Drop off food to benefit the less fortunate at Mission Viejo Library
If you would like to help local families in need, then drop off some canned or non-perishable food items at the Mission Viejo Library, which serves as a drop-point for South County Outreach. Food barrels are conveniently located near the entrance to the library at 100 Civic Center. Most-needed canned and non-perishable items include peanut butter; [...]
Mission Viejo Library takes part in World Book Night
In honor of World Book Night, the Mission Viejo Library is taking part in an effort to distribute more than 200 books to schools, international book charities and local organizations such as South County Outreach to benefit the less fortunate. From Kodiak, Alaska to Key West, Florida to New York’s Times Square — in 5,000 [...]
Rose Society of Saddleback Mountain meeting May 10
Sally Long, an American Rose Society Judge, will give a colorful, unique presentation during the Rose Society of Saddleback Mountain’s May 10 meeting. Doors open a half hour early for the 7 p.m. meeting that takes place at the Rancho Santa Margarita Water District building at 26111 Antonio Parkway. The public is invited to attend. [...]
Register today for exciting Teen Anime Festival Sunday
Anime and manga fans: If you haven’t signed up yet for the Teen Anime Festival, then don’t delay. This colorful event is a celebration of Japanese pop culture for teens ages 12-17, and takes place from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 29. During the festival, you’ll have the chance to make your own [...]
Good Samaritan volunteers sought for Trauma Intervention Program
The Trauma Intervention Program, TIP, is looking for caring volunteers to participate in a training program to provide emotional and practical support to victims of traumatic events. The next training session takes place on August 16. After training, these “modern-day Good Samaritans” are called to provide comfort to people affected by crisis and emergency situations. [...]
