Information for the residents and those looking to relocate in San Juan Capistrano

   
 

San Juan Capistrano
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Pets in San Juan Places of Worship
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To live in San Juan Capistrano is to share a rich historical legacy. Walk through the Mission, Historic Los Rios District and the downtown area as part of your daily life and you began to feel a part of the history here. You feel the same adobe, old brick, and dust beneath your feet that the previous generations of Native American Indians, Spanish, Rancheros, European settlers, outlaws and even pirates walked upon more than 200 years ago. Recent history also breaths of nostalgia. The Swallows Inn with all itís character and characters is still making history for itís "life in a western town" ambiance.

Today San Juan Capistrano is a historic cultural center full of art, music and magic. Most every restaurant is family owned and operated treasured memorable recipes or an American classic diner feel.

Situated around the historic Capistrano Depot, this train town can bring you back in time intstantly. The geography of San Juan Capistrano makes for a perfect climate as this little hilly valley nestled next to the ocean. The smell of the brush covered hillsides that bloom in spring with wildflowers, the changing colors of trees in fall and the many species of birds are some of the things that make San Juan Capistrano living so special.

 
   

 

Classes

The Children's Repertory Theater Company
Located in the Franciscan Plaza in San Juan Capistrano. Glass, photography, jewelry, beading, and painting classes are held weekly in the attached fused and stained glass studio.

This gallery specializes in contemporary crafts, offering unique handmade gifts, jewelry, and garden sculpture.

Mission Summer Camps
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a variety of entertaining, hands-on summer camps for children. Each is designed to teach children about Mission and California history.

Camps include Ceramics/Clay instruction, Science Camp and Discovery Camps.

Information: Regina Lozic 949-234-1318

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Education

Capistrano Unified School District - CUSD’s mission, in partnership with the home and our richly diverse community, is to educate students and to assist them in realizing their full potential as responsible, productive, and contributing members of society by providing an educational environment in which students are challenged, excellence is expected and differences are valued.

Mission Parish School
Catholic Parochial school with single grade classrooms from Junior Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. Founded in 1928, Mission Parish School is steeped in a rich heritage begun over 200 years ago.

Rancho Capistrano
The most memorable day of your life should take place in the most romantic lakeside setting imaginable. Rancho Capistrano's beautiful "spiritual oasis" features a shimmering lake surrounded by towering palms, weeping willows, and shady eucalyptus trees. The natural beauty of the lush property and exquisite details of the mission-style architecture provide the perfect scenery for photographs and video footage of your big day. Providing accomodations for your ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner and overnight stay.

St. Margaret's Episcopal School
A a private school located in San Juan Capistrano and have very strong relationship with the community. Numerous resources can be found in their website.

2-Way Language Immersion Program Exclusive to Las Palmas and San Juan Elementary Schools
Help your children learn to think, read, write and speak naturally in two languages! Capistrano Unified School District's intensive 2-Way Language Immersion Program is designed for students to:

  • Achieve proficiency in English and Spanish while developing high level academic skills
  • Build strong thinking and reasoning for problem solving in math and science
  • Provide them with the cutting edge for admission in colleges and universities that value and promote biliterate, multicultural and global learning
  • Perform at or above grade level in academic areas
  • Prepare them for a real world with positive opportunities and challenges

Get College Funding
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For families who want them to take care of the entire College Funding element - from start to finish - they offer a fee-based all-inclusive-service.

 

- Schools nearby San Juan Capistrano -

Marina View Preschool and Kindergarten
Laguna Niguel

Providing a Safe Environment for Children to Learn and Have Fun. Offering full and half day programs. Marina View's teachers are degreed teachers not baby-sitters. Their year round school with summer camp features computer lab, foreign languages, art music and movement, phonics and reading, math, science, geography, gymnastics and dance. Also provides potty training.

Saddleback College
Mission Viejo

Dedicated to provide access to learning opportunities that promote student success; to foster intellectual growth, individual expression, and character development; and to support a dynamic environment of innovation and collegiality.

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Employment Opportunities

San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce
Employment opportunities from local business owners.

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Volunteer & Non-Profit Organizations

C.A.R.E.
Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort

As the result of continued attempts to trap and exterminate one of San Juan Capistrano’s oldest feral cat colonies, the Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort was born. Offering animal shelter and pet adoptions.

J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center
Dedicated to improving the cognitive, physical and psychological abilities of disabled children and adults through therapeutic horseback riding and other equine programs. The Center provides a safe and nurturing environment for individuals who will be challenged by professional instructors, therapists and trained volunteers. Additionally, the Center is committed to assisting in the growth and enhancement of the field of equine therapy.

The Heart and Soul Coalition
The Heart and Soul Coalition was formed to preserve southern Orange County's history and scenic landscapes that contribute to our clean air and water, and our quality of life. Our children and all future generations deserve the protection of these natural treasures. We must keep this promise to our children.

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Pets in San Juan Capistrano
Pets, Pet Supplies & Pet Care


Alpacas at Lone Ranch
A world class Alpaca Ranch in southern Oregon offering exquisite Alpacas for sale, trade, and breeding including highly desired maroon, black and grey alpacas and herdsires. They will ship anywhere within the United States.

The best website for Alpaca information and resources!

Capistrano Veterinary Clinic
Offering the very best medical care for the pet in your family. Known for their competence, compassion and service, this Capistrano Veterinary Clinic is a popular place for South Orange County pet owners.

C.A.R.E.
Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort

As the result of continued attempts to trap and exterminate one of San Juan Capistrano’s oldest feral cat colonies, the Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort was born. Offering animal shelter and pet adoptions.

Ortega Animal Care Center
Dedicated to providing the highest quality veterinary care to meet your pet's needs. Veterinary service includes the latest technology, including laser surgery, digital radiology, ultrasound, dentistry and an in-house laboratory. This facility also offers boarding at their 5-Star Pet Hotel and grooming services.

Omar's Exotic Birds
In business since 1984 with it's signature concept of birds merchandised on suspended perches rather than caged. Their petting zoo environment is just one of the many things that Omar's have become famous for. Specializing in exotic birds ranging from cockatiels to macaws. Customers are encouraged to play with the birds while shopping. Services at Omar's include boarding & grooming.

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HISTORY
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Los Rios District
The Depot
SJC Library

MYSTERY
The History & Mystery
The SJC Fiesta Association

Equestrian (Caballos)
Photo Album

ROMANCE
Music & Events
The Art of San Juan
"Capistrano" Album
The Coach House

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