Jumbo Shrimp Circus returns to Mission Viejo Oct. 29
Families are invited to enjoy some “spook-tacular” Halloween fun when the Jumbo Shrimp Circus returns to Mission Viejo on October 29. Entertaining families for nearly two decades, this clown troupe is sure to dazzle and amaze with its Halloween-themed variety show that boasts spinning plates, flying witches, spooky magic and silly surprises galore. Shows will [...]
Registration available for Mission Viejo Storm Lacrosse
Boys in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to take part in the Mission Viejo Storm Lacrosse clinic from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 23 at Mission Viejo High School, 25025 Chrisanta Drive. The clinic will help current players to improve and new players to develop their skills. It will be led by Ryan [...]
Commission to consider proposed restaurant Monday
Five Guys Burgers & Fries, one of the fastest growing restaurant chains in the country, wants to open in a former bank site on the corner of Alicia Parkway and Charlinda Drive, under a plan the Planning and Transportation Commission will consider on Monday. The proposed restaurant would be housed in the former La Jolla [...]
Saddleback students create special set for Percy Jackson author’s appearance
Two students from the Saddleback College Theatre Arts Department are building a special set that will be featured during Saturday’s Mission Viejo appearance of Percy Jackson creator Rick Riordan. Like master set designers, Heather McLain and Zack Lapinski are building a special set boasting limestone wall, hanging tools and more – to emulate the Cabin [...]
Adorable dog available for permanent, loving home
Penelope is an adorable 1-year-old Terrier mix who is seeking her “forever” home. She has been bounced around between shelters and homes lately and needs a family to call her own. She is best suited in a home with no small children or other animals, since she can be stubborn when she wants to do [...]
Make plans for Free Movie of Character, performance Oct. 16
Community members will have the opportunity to chat with nationally recognized autism expert Areva Martin during the City’s free Movie of Character event on Sunday, October 16. Martin, a special-needs advocate and frequent guest on the “Dr. Phil” show, will speak after the 2 p.m. screening of “Temple Grandin.” The event is part of a [...]
Ultimate Fighting Championship Middleweight Contender will headline 23rd Annual Walk Against Drugs Oct. 22
Ultimate Fighting Middleweight Championship Contender Mark Munoz will appear at the 23rd Annual Walk Against Drugs and Community Fair on Saturday, Oct. 22. Munoz will join thousands in the event that unites the City, Sheriff’s Department, schools, businesses and local groups with students and families to embrace a healthy lifestyle and say “no” to drugs, [...]
Tennis Center improvement project underway
The Marguerite Tennis Center Capital Improvement Project is underway with demolition of the existing clubhouse on Tuesday, making way for a new, larger facility to serve the community. The capital improvement project, which will improve the aging facility for the people of all ages its serves, started last week and is expected to be finished [...]
Saturday’s ‘Son of Neptune’ event sold out, will call opens for ticket holders at 10 a.m.
With excitement buzzing about Percy Jackson creator Rick Riordan’s upcoming appearance in Mission Viejo, tickets for the October 8 “Son of Neptune” sold out like hotcakes. People who purchased their tickets at the Mission Viejo Library, A Whale of a Tale Bookstore or through the City’s online eConnect but haven’t picked them up can do [...]
City flags will be flown at half-staff October 16
Flags at City facilities will be flown at half-staff on Sunday, October 16 in honor of our nation’s firefighters. Each year, the President traditionally issues a proclamation for the American flag to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset honoring firefighters for their heroism. The gesture is also in honor of National Fire Prevention [...]
