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If you want to capture the magic of the season, check out the winners of the Mission Viejo Activities Committee’s annual Holiday Home Lighting Contest.

With winning themes like “showstopper”; “how’d they do that?”; and “light up the neighborhood,” the homes display spirit and a huge wow factor.

Beginning with the decorations and festive lights at our Civic Center, drive by these addresses for a fun and memorable family night out.

Longtime City Environmental Program Administrator Denise Matson has been named 2018 Mission Viejo Employee of the Year.

Denise’s strong work ethic and commitment to the City of Mission Viejo has earned her the respect of peers, supervisors and community members alike.

With UnitedHealthcare dropping the SilverSneakers benefits program in 2019, the City of Mission Viejo has worked diligently to add two new wellness programs so seniors can continue to enjoy essential free and low-cost access to our Recreation Centers. 

If you know a Mission Viejo resident who has made a substantial difference in the lives of others, consider nominating that special person for our annual Wall of Recognition.

This special program was created several years ago to recognize folks who have contributed extraordinary, lasting and highly significant service to our community. To qualify, the individual's service must have been performed here in Mission Viejo or can be demonstrated to have directed benefited our City. 

South Mission Viejo Little League has rolled out a new the Little League Challenger Division designed to provide kids with physical, intellectual or developmental challenges the chance to play ball. 

This adaptive baseball program is free and open to players ages 4-14.  Athletes in the Challenger Division are accompanied during each game by a "buddy" who is a mainstream Little Leaguer. This buddy helps the athlete in every aspect of the game while stressing safety and fun. 

There's no other place like this Santa's Village in Orange County.  When you drive down La Paz and Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo, you are transcended into a world of holiday magic and cheer.  The City of Mission Viejo and Mission Viejo Activities Committee have again created a winter wonderland for your enjoyment.
 
Every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 6-8 p.m. until December 19, Santa and Mrs. Claus are in their workshop at Mission Viejo Civic Center Plaza at 200 Civic Center.
 

A wayward duck went on its merry way after being rescued from netting high above a skate park.

On Monday, Mission Viejo Animal Services received several reports from concerned citizens about a duck that had flown into the netting at the Laguna Niguel Skate and Soccer Park on Alicia Parkway.

Register today for fun and creative classes at the Potocki Center for the Arts, 27301 La Paz Road.

Ceramic Ornament Workshop

Join the Mission Viejo Community of Character Committee for a free screening of the romantic comedy "It Could Happen to You" on Sunday, November 18 at 2 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber.

Based on a true story, the film stars Nicholas Cage as a dedicated policeman who promises to share his lottery ticket with a waitress (Bridget Fonda) in lieu of a tip.

Gilbert Calderon Castro and Carlia Oldfather will be honored as Mission Viejo's Veterans of the Year on Sunday, November 11 at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center.