Drive-Through Pet Vaccine Clinic May 11 Date Sat, 05/11/2024 – 8:30 am – Sat, 05/11/2024 – 10:00 am Low-cost Vaccination/Microchip Clinic – For residents of Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills and Rancho Santa Margarita only. All vaccinations include a $2 medical disposal fee per pet. May is National Microchip Your Pet Month Microchips enable shelter workers across the country to reunite pets with their families. Every pet – including indoor-only animals – should wear a collar and tags as identification. This serves as identification, so if your pet is lost, an ..read more

  Ominous clouds, wind, rain and chilly temperatures couldn’t keep this important event from happening! The 4th Annual Konrad Reuland Charity Tennis/ Pickleball Tournament took place the weekend of March 22, 23 and 24. The Tournament was held at the Marguerite Tennis Pavilion and Felipe Tennis & Recreation Center. The events are held in honor of Konrad Reuland, a Mission Viejo High School graduate who played football for Stanford, the New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens. Last year this tournament raised over $40,000 for various charities sponsored by the Reuland gro ..read more

The Mission Viejo-Saddleback Valley Elks Lodge #2444 is proud to welcome its newest members.  Elks Lodges across the country are enjoying record numbers of people joining the organization.  The Elks are committed to giving back to their community, while having fun doing it.  They initiated these new members with the same ritual that has been used since the organization’s inception in 1868. The Elks exist to promote and practice the four cardinal virtues of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its members; to quicken t ..read more

Enjoy a fancy tea party with ‘Fancy Nancy’ illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser  The Mission Viejo Library is hosting a “Fancy Nancy Tea Party” with illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser at 11 am on Saturday, April 20. Dress in your fanciest clothes or casually for a morning of refreshments, crafts, and lessons on how to be fancy. Following the activities, Glasser will sign books available for purchase at the event through the Whale Of A Tale Children’s Bookshoppe. This event is free and open for all ages in the Storytime Room and The Kershaw Garden at 100 Civic Center. For more information ..read more

Pacific Symphony this week announced that Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is now the orchestra’s “Official Hotel Partner” through December 2024. Conveniently located directly across the street from the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall where Pacific Symphony performs, the 238-room property is poised in the hub of Orange County’s Corporate and Cultural Center and the Performing Arts District, as well as steps away from South Coast Plaza, the renowned luxury shopping destination.   “We are immensely grateful for the generous sponsorship and unwavering support ..read more

 The OC STEM Initiative in partnership with Cox Communications seeks to identify and honor STEM educators who are exemplars of best practice in the delivery of inquiry-based STEM learning opportunities. These practitioners should stand out for their ability to engage, motivate, and inspire learners and will be recognized for their unique contributions to STEM Education and the Orange County community. Each awardee will receive a gift of $500 and be honored at a ceremony in May. Additionally, a $1,500 grant will be awarded to their respective organizations to support STEM activities.   ..read more

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE  announces its 2024-2025 SEASON OF SHOWS! LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE is thrilled to announce its 2024-2025 season of shows! This sensational season begins with a special bonus production of the legendary musical,  Lerner & Loewe’s CAMELOT; followed by an uproarious comedy, DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER; next is one of Arthur Miller’s most powerful plays, A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE; then spend some time with one of America’s greatest first ladies in the tour-de-force play, ELEANOR; followed by everyone’s favorite detective in a new musical comed ..read more

Academy of St Martin in the Fields celebrates the centenary of founder Sir Neville Marriner with Soka Performing Arts Center and Philharmonic Society of Orange County proudly presenting Joshua Bell and the Academy of St Martin in the Fields on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 8PM. Violinist Joshua Bell appears with percussionist Douglas Marriner performing a new commission, Vince Mendoza’s Flight of Moving Days, marking the centenary of Sir Neville Marriner, Founder of Academy of St Martin in the Fields. The program will also consist of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 and Schumann ..read more

City Council to honor outstanding schools, consider results of performing arts facility study   The City Council on Tuesday, March 26 will honor three Mission Viejo schools and an administrator for outstanding achievements as well as consider the results of a performing arts facility feasibility study. The business portion of the meeting starts at 6 pm in the Council Chamber at 200 Civic Center. During the presentation portion of the meeting, the Council will honor Carl Hankey Middle School, La Paz Intermediate School and Mission Viejo High School for each being chosen by the Ca ..read more

  Mentors, business leaders and community champions of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast (BGC Central OC) gathered at the 7th annual Women of Greatness Brunch & Bubbly presented by KPMG to honor the women who have impacted the lives of Orange County youth and their families. The event raised $80K, enabling BGC Central OC to enhance its programs and initiatives to support future female leaders at the Club.   BGC Central OC presented its prestigious 2024 Woman of Greatness and Community Partner Awards to those who support the Club’s work strengthening families, providi ..read more