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Upcoming Events

San Juan Capistrano Library - First Friday Film
Friday, September 3, 2010
7 pm

Featuring Spellbound! Every spring since 1925, Scripps Howard newpapers sponsor spelling bees at schools across the U.S. Ten million kids competed in 1999. Spellbound follows eight of them as they win regional bees and prepare for the national contest in Washington D.C. They're from big cities, suburbs and small towns. We watch them practice, we hear their views on study, competition, victory and defeat. Each is engaging, all are talented, and one might win it all. A $2 donation supports the library. For more information, please call 949-248-5132.

LOCATION:
San Juan Capistrano Library
31495 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
Please contact 949-248-5132 for more information about this film.

San Juan Capistrano Library - Family Film
Saturday, September 4, 2010
11 am

Featuring - James and the Giant Peach. From Tim Burton, the acclaimed director of The Nightmare Before Christmas, comes another magical stop-motion animated adventure. Based on Roald Dahl's beloved children's book, James and the Giant Peach tells the captivating story of a young boy's journey and his unforeseen encounters with human-sized insects and a juicy, giant peach. Free admission and popcorn for this fun family event!

LOCATION:
San Juan Capistrano Library
31495 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
949-
493-1752

Music at the Library
Saturday, September 4, 2010
6:30 and 8:30 pm

Los Angeles based Quetzal perform their eclectic mix of Mexican, Afro-Cuban, jazz, R&B and rock in the courtyard. Seating is open so come early for a good seat. Attendance is usually lighter at the 8:30 show.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under.

LOCATION:
San Juan Capistrano Library
31495 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
949-
493-1752

Second Saturday Art Fair
September 11, 2010

This juried monthly art fair showcases 50 talented artists, craftspeople and musicians. The show is located in historic downtown SJC on Camino Capistrano, Yorba, & Los Rios Streets.

Find some great holiday gifts!

INFORMATION:
949-493-4700

Summer Nights Concert Series
September 15, 2010
6-8 pm

Sponsored by the city of San Juan Capistrano, these popular concerts feature live music, local restaurants and a shop & dine expo with local businesses selling products and offering giveaways. Hodads will be performing top 40's classic rock at this concert.

LOCATION:
Historic Town Center Park
31852 El Camino Real - Cross streets are Ortega Highway and El Camino Real

INFORMATION:
949-
493-5911

San Juan Capistrano Library - Pajama Storytime with the Sunshine Readers
Monday, September 20, 2010
7 pm

Welcome the first official day of summer with the National Charity League Sunshine Readers! They'll share energetic and entertaining stories for kids of all ages. Wear your pjs and join the fun!

LOCATION:
San Juan Capistrano Library
31495 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
949-
493-1752

Creek Cleanup
September 25, 2010
8 am - 12 pm

Groups and individuals are sought to don some rubber gloves, grab a bag and help remove trash and debris from local creeks. Volunteers will receive a free T-shirt and will be treated to lunch following the event courtesy of San Juan Capistrano Rotary Club.

LOCATION:
Descanso Park, 32400 Paseo Adelanto, near City Hall

Great Western Grub Fest & Chili Cook-Off
September 26, 2010
11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Chili Cook Off to benefit our Troops & Military Families. Civilian and military teams compete in the cook-off with up to 12 military teams from all 5 branches will be participating. Live Country Western music by Swingshift, Dunk Tank (one of the dunkees is our Mayor!), Pie eating contest & Kids games/activities. There will also be Vendor and carnival booths plus an award for Best Western Attire.

LOCATION:
Historic Town Center Park
31852 El Camino Real

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Ongoing Community Events

Downtown Farmer's Market

Every Wednesday, 3-7 pm

More Information

Barbershop Harmony Society Meeting

Anywhere from 20 to 40 men gather every Monday at 7 pm to learn how to 'ring chords' and make great four-part harmony. Generally familiar to those attending, the songs are great to listen to for guests and 'listening'loos' who are welcome to drop in.

Belonging to the International Barbershop Harmony Society, the San Clemente Chapter is seeking new members and is rapidly becoming a part of the vibrant San Clemente arts scene.

LOCATION:
119 N. Avenida de la Estrella
San Clemente CA 92663

INFORMATION / CONTACT:
Warren Willard at (714) 742-0844 or (949) 369-7384

Oaks Blenheim Exhibitions
Horse Jumping and special events.

Situated on 40 acres at the Oaks/Blenheim Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park in San Juan Capistrano, it is the premier equestrian facility on the West Coast.

Antonio Parkway/La Pata Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Camino Real Playhouse
1776 El Camino real
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 489-8082

In the previous 12 seasons the Camino Real Playhouse has presented nearly 100 full scale productions including 11 Show Off playwriting festivals and 16 Shakespeare Under the Stars productions.

In addition, they have offered drama classes for both adults and children and have presented more than three dozen children's productions. Click here for current production

Living History Day
Take a step back in time and experience the romance of the Mission! Individuals portrayed, include Native Americans, founding padres, Soldiers or Leather jackets, Weavers and Gold Miners. For many years, the Living History Society has helped history come alive for visitors to the Mission. This group of dedicated volunteers, entertain adults and children of all ages, while sharing their love of history through the characters they portray.

Second Saturday of each month 11:00 am - 3:00 PM Authentic demonstrations and costumes. Free with Mission entrance.

San Juan Capistrano Architectural Walking Tour
Architecture buffs may want to sign up for a walk through 200 years of architecture in the city. The walkincludes adobes, Spanish-era dwellings and streamlined modern building s covers about a mile on level ground and lasts 90 minutes.

A donation of $5 per person is requested. All proceeds support the Friends of the Library. Prospective walkers should call 949-489-0736, and meet at the train depot on Verdugo Street in San Juan Capistrano at 10 AM on Saturday.

Walk of Faith Church Hymn Sing Potluck
1st Saturday of the Month
5:00 pm

We will sing together in four parts the Hymn of the Month and share our memory verses. Be sure to bring something to share for the potluck, just in case the nourishment from God doesn't completely fill you up.

INFORMATION:
949-606-0409

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Now On Stage
- A Guide to San Juan Capistrano Theater


Camino Real Playhouse presents their Annual Shakespeare Festival
Starts July 9, 2010

This year, this annual festival will present 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', 'Much Ado About Nothing' & 'The Merchant of Menace - A Old World Melodrama', a specially created Melodrama set in Old Capestrano Italy. Performances will be in the Historic Town Center Park as well as on the main Stage of the Camino Real Playhouse. See all three shows for one price!

Location:
Camino Real Playhouse
El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
Box Office (949) 489-8082

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Concerts & Musical Events

Barbershop Harmony Society

Anywhere from 20 to 40 men gather every Monday at 7 pm to learn how to 'ring chords' and make great four-part harmony. Generally familiar to those attending, the songs are great to listen to for guests and 'listening'loos' who are welcome to drop in.

Belonging to the International Barbershop Harmony Society, the San Clemente Chapter is seeking new members and is rapidly becoming a part of the vibrant San Clemente arts scene.

LOCATION:
119 N. Avenida de la Estrella
San Clemente CA 92663

INFORMATION / CONTACT:
Warren Willard at (714) 742-0844 or (949) 369-7384

Capo Valley Symphony
The Mission presents a Symphonic Celebration Series with Sunday Evening Pops Concerts by the Capistrano Valley Symphony, May - September featuring classic symphony sounds and show tunes and popular music from the 40's to the present day in the beautiful Mission courtyard.

The music began at 6:15 p.m. each evening; 2009 Dates: May 30, June 28, July 26, August 29 and September 20

Music Under the Stars
Featuring dining and dancing in the beautiful Mission courtyard to a variety of live music including Big Band, Latina, Top 40 and more!

Concert runs from 6:30-9:30 pm. Seven concert evenings are scheduled for 2009. Tables are available.

Multicultural Art Series
The Series provides multiple shows each year, with one show per month from November through February, and 2 shows per month the rest of the year.

Concert times are 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. (unless otherwise noted). Performances last about one hour.

San Juan Summer Nights Concert begins 6 pm

Free concert series with entertainment, kids area, food and exhibit booths.

Location: Historic Town Center Park

Phone: 949-493-5911

The Coach House
33157 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, Ca
(949)496-8930

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Annual Events

Annual Swallow Day Parade & Mercado
Welcoming the annual return of the swallows from their winter home in Argentina. This world renown event includes 3 weeks of celebration - parades, mercado, hoosegow day, and much more.

Mission San Juan Capistrano Art Exhibits

949-234-1322

Music Under the Stars
Featuring dining and dancing in the beautiful Mission courtyard to a variety of live music including Big Band, Latina, Top 40 and more!

Concert runs from 6:30-9:30 pm each evening. Eight concert evenings are scheduled for 2004. Cost is $12 for adults, $10 seniors. Tables are available.

San Juan Summer Nights Concert begins 6 pm

Free concert series with entertainment, kids area, food and exhibit booths.

Location: Historic Town Center Park

Phone: 949-493-5911

J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center Annual County BBQ

Over 1500 attendees attend this traditional family barbecue in a casual setting featuring live country western entertainment, activities for children, live and silent auctions and riding demonstrations throughout the evening. All proceeds benefit the programs of the J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center dedicated to improving the lives of persons with disabilities through horsemanship.

LOCATION: The J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center 26284 Oso Road San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

INFORMATION: 949-240-8441

Vintage at the Mission - October

An annual celebration produced by the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce to commemorate the return of its famous, small swallows to their winter home in Goya, Argentina. Includes dancing, entertainment, dining and wine tasting.

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Local Musicians

Christina & Velvet Bleu
With Velvet Bleu, their signature style is a seasoned blend of folk, classic jazz and classical rock balladry.

 

Gale Storm
This official website for Gale Storm offers a selection of her cds, autographed photos and memorabilia.

Los Tanyaderos
Created and directed by renowned mezzo-soprano vocalist Bonita Nahoum Jaros, Los Tanyaderos is an ensemble of two to ten performers dedicated to the preservation of the ethnic music of endangered cultures.

 

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