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Upcoming Events

Ghost Tours
October 25, 2008

Get in the spirit of Halloween by joining the Historical Society Walking Tour Guides on a spooky walking tour of Los Rios Street, the oldest residential neighborhood in California. Be prepared for creepy tales of big black dogs, strange monks who have lost their heads, ghostly tales about a lady in white and other goings on.

LOCATION:
O'Neill Museum on Los Rios Street

INFORMATION:
Reservations can be made by calling 949.493.8444

Movie Night at the Mission
October 25, 2008
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Bring along a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoy a movie under the stars in the Mission Courtyard. The Ben Stiller and Robin Williams film, "Night at the Museum" will be shown. Popcorn, candy and other snacks will be available for $1.00 to $2.00. Costumes are encouraged! Prizes will be awarded for the best "San Juan Capistrano" costume, best "Historical" costume and "Most Creative" costume.

Admission is $5.00 per person.

LOCATION:
Mission San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
949-234-1315

Haunted Halloween Mystery Dinner
October 31, 2008

Is El Adobe de Capistrano Haunted - or is a Murderer Roaming in the Room? If so, DO YOU KNOW WHO IT IS? It may just be your server or the guest seated next to you. Join El Adobe for fun evening of food & haunted mystery.

Price Includes... Murder Mystery Show, Fiesta Taco Buffet, Dessert, Coffee & Tea, Tax and Service Charge..

LOCATION:
El Adobe de Capistrano
31891 Camino Capistrano

INFORMATION:
949-493-1163

Annual Simon Evening of Giving to benefit CARE at the Shops at Missions Viejo
Sunday, November 23, 2008, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Enjoy dozens of door prizes, food, special music and entertainment for the whole family while many of the stores hold special sales and giveaways in this early, private, once a year holiday shopping event.

$10 admission. $7 of every ticket sold goes directly to the Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort.

INFORMATION:
949-240-1735

Second Saturday Art Fair
November 8 & December 13, 2008

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.

INFORMATION:
949-493-4700

Letters to Santa Program
November 24 - December 19, 2008

Children who write a letter or send a wish list to Santa in care of the Community Services Department will receive a handwritten letter and holiday trinket from Jolly Ol' Saint Nick.

INFORMATION:
949-493-1171

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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.

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Now On Stage
- A Guide to San Juan Capistrano Theater


Camino Real Playhouse presents: "The Supporting Cast"
September 19th thru October 12th, 2008

N.Y. and L.A. differences delight in this colorful and biting comedy about egos and friendships. The wife of an accomplished author from California is about to publish a book about her friends in New York but requires their approval. They convene at her Malibu home expecting the worst in the tell-all book and also get a dose of Pacific perils including mudslides, brushfires and earthquakes. This verbal and physical comedy takes you on a hilarious ride!

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 6:10 p.m. each evening; five concert evenings are scheduled for the 2008 season which runs May 10 - September 21, 2008.

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. Six concert evenings are scheduled for 2008. 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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