Mission Viejo

Residents of all ages are invited to enjoy a Concert on the Courts on Saturday, May 6 at the Marguerite Tennis Pavilion.

This fun and unique event from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. gives families and individuals the chance to dance and sing to great tunes pumped out by classic rock band "The Answer."  This special event also features crafts, ping pong and food for purchase from gourmet food trucks The Cut and Stickaberry.

Local business owners filled Council Chambers today for the Board of Equalization's Small Business Seminar and Resource Expo hosted by the City of Mission Viejo.

If a terror attack happened in Mission Viejo, would you know what to do? Preparing for terrorist attacks is unfortunately something we all should do, just like planning for earthquakes, fires and other emergencies. 

As part of an ongoing effort to educate residents in emergency preparedness, the City of Mission Viejo is offering detailed emergency preparedness information through the Emergency Survival Program (ESP).  This guide features monthly topics, historical information and what you can do now to prepare. May's focus is on terrorism.

The Kiwanis Club of Mission Viejo is seeking donations of "gently used" musical instruments that can be refurbished for use by elementary through high school students in Capistrano and Saddleback Valley Unified School Districts. 

Drop off your violin, viola, guitar, ukulele, brass, woodwind or percussion instrument during operating hours at the Mission Viejo Library at 100 Civic Center or Lexus dealership located at 28242 Marguerite Parkway. 

Twelve instruments have been donated so far since the Kiwanis Club started the collection drive at the beginning of the month.

If you are interested in taking a daylong excursion that's out of the norm, then listen up. The City of Mission Viejo is offering a special excursion on Thursday, May 4 that includes a trip to "The Vault" Petersen Automotive Museum.

The City of Mission Viejo is gearing up for its spectacular Arts Alive Festival from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30 at the Oso Viejo Community Park on the Village Green and neighboring community center at 24932 Veterans Way.

The Norman P. Murray Center will host a special Open House Thursday, April 27 giving folks the chance to sip, snack and socialize while discovering the many exciting programs, services and opportunities the center offers.
 
The event is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and will feature free class demonstrations, giveaways and refreshments.
 
From karate, music and fun biology classes for kids to longevity, fine arts, water color and travel talk for the young at heart, the community center offers a cornucopia of programs for all ages.
 

What's your vision of transit in Mission Viejo and throughout Orange County?  Do you want trains, buses, shuttles, or something different? The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is asking for your help in shaping the future of transit.

Celebrating different cultures from around the globe, La Paz Intermediate School will host its 6th annual International Festival on Friday, April 28.

The vivid festival is from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 25151 Pradera Drive and includes local businesses, dance and musical groups.

Guests will savor a wide selection of international foods for purchase including Mexican, Chinese, Persian and Indian. Student booths will represent diverse countries, cultures and heritages while performances by Scandinavian, Irish, Greek, Bolivian and flamenco dancers entertain the masses.

For the past several years, Gayle Wood has poured her heart and soul into supporting the men and women who bravely serve our country. On Thursday, she was recognized for that selfless dedication with a Volunteer Merit Award from the California Parks and Recreation Society.

Gayle is the chairperson of Mission Viejo's Marine and Sailor Adoption Committee, which for more than a decade has supported the City's adopted Headquarters Battalion of the 1st Marine Division.