Recreation

Date: August 31, 2018

If you know a hero in Mission Viejo, now's your chance to nominate the individual for our annual Male and Female Veterans of the Year awards. These are residents who bravely served our country and continue to serve our community by giving back.

We launched this program in 2011 to celebrate local veterans from all wars and conflicts. Since then, veteran honorees have been recognized during our annual Veterans Day ceremony.

Date: August 30, 2018

The City of Mission Viejo is seeking lifeguards of all ages to help staff its recreation centers that are open year-round. The job can be rewarding for retired adults, with a passion for water safety and working outdoors, seeking a part-time position.

Across the country, older adults and retirees are stepping up to the lifeguard chair "” a job that historically has been a rite of passage for high-schoolers and college students. But with school back in session, the teen summer job is drying up and older adults are stepping up to fill the gaps.

Date: August 29, 2018

The Mission Viejo Nadadores Diving Team is flying high after finishing a new community outreach program designed to serve kids in need.

The first of its kind in the nation, the "Discover a Diver" 10-lesson series was funded by a $3,000 grant from USA Diving, the national governing body for the sport. The program identified 10 underserved children in the area and taught them the sport of diving.

Date: August 15, 2018

Calling all superheroes! Bring your superpowers, grandparents and zest for fun to our Grandparents Day Dinner Dance Sunday, September 9 at the Norman P. Murray Community Center.

In honor of our special grandparents, this superhero-themed celebration is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 24932 Veterans Way. This fun-filled evening with your favorite superheroes features activities by the Mad Platter, a photo booth, arts and crafts and delectable dinner.

A prize will be awarded for the best superhero costume. Cost is $5 for kids and $10 for adults.

Date: August 9, 2018

Get ready to make a splash and compete for bragging rights at this yearâ€™s Cardboard Boat Derby event on Saturday, August 25 at the Marguerite Aquatics Complex.

The fun takes place 3-6 p.m. and includes an exciting derby race where teams will build a boat out of cardboard and duct tape and attempt to race to the other side of the pool without sinking. Before the competition heats up, guests will enjoy games, music and food.

Date: August 7, 2018

The Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center will be closed Saturday until 5 p.m. (private rentals that evening) and on Sunday while the West Coast Futbol soccer tournament takes place.

The closure will accommodate the many visitors expected to flock to the event at the community center and Oso Viejo Park. The facility will resume normal operations at 8 a.m. on Monday, August 13.

The Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center is located at 24932 Veterans Way. For information about this beautiful facility, room rentals, programs and more, call 949-470-3062

Guidelines

The following guidelines are provided to assist with the application process for the City of Mission Viejo Community Services Funding Program.

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Date: July 26, 2018

With people of all ages expected to flock to the Cityâ€™s Symphony in the Cities and Prelude in the Park event this Saturday, July 28, the City of Mission Viejo is making it easier for residents to enjoy the fabulous festivities at the Norman Murray Center and neighboring Oso Viejo Community Park.

In addition to onsite parking at the community center and Newhart Middle School, the City is offering free shuttle rides from the Civic Center from 4-9 p.m. as well as additional street parking along the south side of Jeronimo between Marguerite and Via San Fernando.