Recreation

The City of Mission Viejo is seeking volunteers to take part in Orange County's Point-in-Time Homeless Count and Survey on Saturday, January 28. Donations of essentials and hygiene products that will be distributed to the homeless are also now sought.

The Point-in-Time County and Survey conducts a biennial count to gauge homelessness in our region and what it will take to help connect people to secure housing.

The City is accepting nominations for its annual Community Services Wall of Recognition program, which was created to recognize folks who have contributed extraordinary, lasting and significant service to the community.

Nominees must live in Mission Viejo, and their service to the community must have been performed in town or demonstrates a direct benefit to the City.  Nominations can be submitted by the nominee's family, a community member, local official, business or nonprofit organization.  Nominations must be signed by at least 20 people whose primary residences are in town.

Grab your sneakers and head to the Felipe Tennis Center on February 3 for an exhilarating night of High School Dodgeball.

That's right, High School Dodgeball is returning to the center at 27161 Nogal from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.  Bring your pals or come solo to make new friends while competing for forever bragging rights in a 6 vs 6 dodgeball tournament.  If you're not a dodgeball fan, don't fret. The event will also feature music, fire pits, s'mores and more for a memorable, fun night. 

From toddlers and teens to kids in between, the City of Mission Viejo is offering a host of fun, creative youth programs this winter at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center. Register today for the following programs:

If you think you can handle the Polar Bear Plunge, then make plans to attend the Sierra Snow Summit on Saturday, January 28. The spa at the Sierra Recreation Center will be transformed into a mini winter wonderland as part of a family-friendly event from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This fun afternoon will feature more than 180 gallons of artificial snow, winter treats including snow cones and hot chocolate, photo opportunities, games and much more. The heated swimming pool will be open so bring your swim suits to ride the water slide.

Young and old alike are joining the pickleball craze in Mission Viejo and now you can too. The Sierra Recreation Center is offering 5-week beginner pickleball clinics on Fridays from December 30 through January 27 and February 10 through March 10.

The City of Mission Viejo Recreation and Community Services Department is seeking young and upcoming amateur bands to play in a Battle of the Bands in January. 

Local teenage bands are sought to compete for forever bragging rights and the title of Mission Viejo's "Best Band" from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. January 20 at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way.

Several spectacularly decorated homes have been crowned winners of the annual Holiday Home Lighting Contest by the Mission Viejo Activities Committee.

Homes were judged on use of creativity in categories such as "How did they do that?" and "Reason for the season." 

See the festive spirit on display in Mission Viejo by downloading a map to the vibrant homes here. 

With rain in Friday's forecast, the City is moving the Middle School Teen Scene to the Marguerite Tennis Pavilion clubhouse.

Middle School Teen Scene is a fun night for Mission Viejo students in grades 6-8 that features activities, music, games, snacks, comradery and more.

The December 16 event, which was originally planned for the Felipe Tennis Center, takes place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 27474 Casta Del Sol.

During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, don’t forget to make time for free and low-cost programs at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center.