Holiday Piano Show
Enjoy performances of favorite Christmas, Thanksgiving and other holiday music in brilliant arrangements for 2-4-6-8 and possibly more hands for piano and organ. Saddleback faculty and students, as well as other South Orange County piano artists will join the show featuring Kirill Gliadkovsky and his family. Tickets are $12 Adult; $10 Senior; $7 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE (request ticket in person). Note: The door price for all tickets sold in the hour preceding the performance is $12.
Where: McKinney Theatre at Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA
Cost: Tickets $20 Adult; $15 Senior; $12 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE (request ticket in person).
Yappy Howl-iday!
The Ritz-Carlton, in Dana Point, California will be hosting the popular event, Yappy Howl-idays! Sunday December 15th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This festive gathering of canines and their companions provide furry friends with the opportunity to be photographed with the “big dog” himself – Santa Paws. Guests are asked to bring unopened canned or dry dog food, treats, or dog toys to support animals in need. The event is complimentary, with food and beverages available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting Canine Companions for Independence.
Where: Ritz-Carlton, in Dana Point/Laguna Niguel,
One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, California
Cost: Free
More Info: www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/laguna-niguel/hotel-overview/yappy-hour
Holiday Big Band Concert
Conducted by Joey Sellers, this special holiday concert starts early so you can bring the kids! This fun concert features unique arrangements of holiday favorites and a sing-along and is a great opportunity to introduce youngsters to this great American music called Jazz. Tickets are $12 Adult; $10 Senior; $7 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE (request ticket in person). Note: The door price for all tickets sold in the hour preceding the performance is $12.
Where: McKinney Theatre at Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA
Cost: Tickets $20 Adult; $15 Senior; $12 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE (request ticket in person).
More Info: www.saddleback.edu/news/arts/Holiday-Big-Band-Concert
8th Annual Newport Beach Santa Crawl!
Party with Santa & Mrs. Claus for a Cause in the 8th Annual Newport Beach Santa Crawl through the bars of Newport Beach! Saturday, December 14th Meet at Woody's Wharf at 1pm to pick up your exclusive wristband! in Newport Beach. Dress in your best Santa or Santa's Helper outfit as we take over Newport Beach! Santa's Stops: Woody's Wharf, Malarky's, The Stag Bar, Sharkeez, Avila's Mi Ranchito, The Peninsula & Blue Beet. Proceeds will benefit
The Eli Home, Breaking the Cycle of Child Abuse.
Santa Crawl Ticket includes:
• Wristband
• Exclusive Drink Discounts at each stop
• 3 DJs!
• Costume Contest!
• Givaways!
• Exclusive Drink Specials & Santa Shots!
Where: Begins at Woody's Wharf, 2318 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA
Cost: $30
More Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/8th-annual-oc-santa-crawl-newport-beach-tickets-72648755383
Jazz Combos in Concert
The Jazz Combos in Concert will be playing on Friday, December 13, 7:30pm here at Saddleback College in the McKinney, theater. Enjoy an evening with the members of our student jazz combos as they display their talents as improvisers, arrangers and composers. Tickets are $12 Adult; $10 Senior; $7 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE (request ticket in person). Note: The door price for all tickets sold in the hour preceding the performance is $12.
Where: McKinney Theatre at Saddleback College, 28000 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA
Cost: Tickets $20 Adult; $15 Senior; $12 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE (request ticket in person).
More Info: www.saddleback.edu/news/arts/Jazz-Combos-Concert-4
Wind Ensemble
The Wind Ensemble is an elite concert band, playing the finest traditional and contemporary music. Join them for an evening of classical winds under the direction of Maestro Yorgos Kouritas. Thursday, December 12, at 7:30pm at the McKinney Theatre at Saddleback College. Tickets are $20 Adult; $15 Senior; $12 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE.
Where:
Cost: Tickets $20 Adult; $15 Senior; $12 Student; Child 12 & Under FREE (request ticket in person).
More Info: www.saddleback.edu/news/arts/Wind-Ensemble-3
Home for the Holidays 2019
Help animals find homes at the 13th annual Home for the Holidays pet adoption fair. More than 40 pet rescue groups and animal shelters will bring 600 homeless dogs, cats, rabbits, and small animals for adoption. The fair also features dozens of pet-related vendors, gourmet food trucks, a silent auction, low-cost microchipping on-site, and an opportunity drawing.
Where: Irvine Animal Care Center, 6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine, CA
Cost: $2 per person; $5 per family. Parking is free.
More Info: www.irvineanimals.org or call 949-724-7740
A Feast of Lights
The Saddleback College Choirs and Symphony present A Feast of Lights, a holiday tradition for over 25 years! One of the oldest traditions at Saddleback College, this year’s program will highlight both old and new holiday favorites for chorus and orchestra. Get the holiday season started off with this sparkling concert for all ages!
Where: McKinney Theatre, Saddleback College; 28000 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA
Cost: $30 Adult; $25 Senior; $20 Student; $15 Child 12 & Under; at the door $30
More Info: www.saddleback.edu/news/arts/Feast-Lights-2
Inspecting Carol
A struggling theatre company scrambles toward opening night of their holiday production, in this Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol. Looming over the show is a critical inspection that will determine the future of their company and, of course, nothing is going right. This hilarious comedy is a perfect delight for the whole family this holiday season.
Where: McKinney Theatre, Saddleback College; 28000 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA
Cost: $20 Adult; $15 Senior; $12 Student; $10 Child 12 & Under. BUY 4-SHOW THEATRE SUBSCRIPTION (4 SHOWS FOR THE PRICE OF 3!) At the door $20.
We Give Thanks
The 33nd annual celebration We Give Thanks dinner, will be held on Thursday November 28, from 11:00-3:00pm. This event brings the community together to share a special holiday meal and enjoy entertainment. The mission of We Give Thanks is to enhance the well-being of the less fortunate in Southern California, by making ongoing efforts and contributions to their well-being. Volunteers are welcome, please register online.
Where: Honda Center - 2695 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA
Cost: Free, donations appreciated
More Info: www.wegivethanksinc.org
Kindness Matters Walk
The annual Kindness Matters Walk will be held on Thanksgiving morning, October 28th in Fullerton, CA. Join the 3K main walk or even the Virtual Walk or the raffle drawing. Winners need not be present to win. Proceeds from the walk go towards the KM Legacy Foundation which raises money for brain cancer awareness & research and provides leadership opportunities for Fullerton District high school students.
$10 Base Ticket that allows participation in the walk and comes with snacks, drinks, and a goodie bag at check-in. The second option is a $45 Premium Ticket that includes everything from the base package along with a unique commemorative T-Shirt.
Where: Fullerton Courthouse/North Justice Center, 1275 N Berkeley Avenue, Fullerton, CA
Cost: $10-$45
More Info: https://www.kmlegacyfdn.org/kindness-matters-walk
6th Annual Turkey Trot OC 5K for the Rescue Mission
Join hundreds of other walkers and runners for the 6th Annual Turkey Trot OC 5K, at the Village of Hope in Tustin. Thanksgiving morning, November 28 at 8am! Proceeds from the 5K provide meals for the hungry and homeless of Orange County, who have come to the Rescue Mission to overcome their homelessness. The goal is to raise $44,400 to provide 30,000 meals! Register as an individual or as a team with family and friends. If, your family and friends cannot race, they can still help by donating to your race!
Turkey Trot OC 5K was voted a favorite by Orange County residents in 2019!
• CENTRALLY LOCATED IN ORANGE COUNTY
• FAMILY FRIENDLY
• PET FRIENDLY
• USATF CERTIFIED, FLAT & FAST COURSE
Where: Village of Hope, 1 Hope Dr, Tustin, CA
Cost: See Website
More Info: https://www.rescuemission.org/turkey-trot/
Dana Point Turkey Trot
Trot on down for the 42nd annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot - a Thanksgiving tradition for Orange County families! Located in the beautiful Dana Point Harbor, the Dana Point Turkey Trot features a flat, scenic race and a 10K, 5K and Kids Gobble Wobble. Also, check out the 2019 Health & Wellness Expo on Wednesday, November 27st and Thursday, November 28nd! There will be local and national vendors, and a wide variety of products and services to enhance your life! This year, the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce is devoting this year’s proceeds to Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934 and The Pet Project Foundation in San Clemente-Dana Point.
Where: Dana Point Harbor
Cost: See website
More Info: https://turkeytrot.com/
Silver Photography Exhibition - Irvine Fine Arts Center
The Irvine Fine Arts Center announces the opening of Silver, a group photography exhibition that spans throughout the center’s galleries and features works in the realm of photojournalism, documentation, abstraction, surrealism, and more. An opening reception is 4–6 p.m. Saturday, November 23. The exhibition runs through Saturday, January 11, 2020,
Silver features 20 artists who call the Irvine Fine Arts Center Photography Lab a creative home. The title of the exhibition references the light-sensitive materiality of analog photography, the thread that weaves together the various works on view. Ranging in style and subject matter, the photographs in the exhibition are filled with a sense of wonder in the act of capturing fleeting moments on film, and they are transformed through the alchemy of the darkroom.
Where: Irvine Fine Arts Center is at 14321 Yale Ave, CA
Cost: Opening reception, exhibition, and parking are free.
Winterdance 2019
Winterdance 2020, will be held from Thursday, November 21st, thru Saturday the 23rd at 7:30pm, at the Saddleback College, in the McKinney Theater. The event celebrates the artistry and abilities of the students in the Saddleback College Dance department. It will include a diverse selection of dances showcasing many genres, including African, hip-hop, Latin, contemporary, ballet, jazz, ballroom and tap. Both faculty and guest artist choreographers, will be performing in the fall semester mainstage production.
Where: McKinney Theatre, Saddleback College
Cost: TICKETS $15 Adult; $12 Senior; $10 Student; $7 Child 12 & Under. Note: The door price for all tickets sold in the hour preceding the performance is $15
More Info: www.saddleback.edu/news/arts/Winterdance-2019
Recruitment Information Session - Anaheim, CA
Learn what it takes to become a field worker for Doctors Without Borders November 20, 2019, 6:00pm in Anaheim. All prospective medical and non-medical aid workers: join us for a presentation and question & answer session to learn more about how you can become part of Doctors Without Borders' field work. A Human Resources Officer will be on hand to discuss requirements and the recruitment process and a Doctors Without Borders aid worker from the local area will share their stories of life in the field.
Where: Euclid Branch Library, 1340 S Euclid St, Anaheim, CA
Cost: Free
More Info: www.doctorswithoutborders.org/take-action/attend-event/recruitment-information-session-anaheim-ca
6th Annual Festival of Trees
There's no place like home for the holidays... but many families will spend the holidays homeless and hungry. South County Outreach invites you, your family, and friends to a public viewing of the 6th annual Festival of Trees from November 27th thru December 6th at Park Place in Irvine. The trees will be auctioned off to raise awareness and funds for those in need of shelter and food during the holidays and beyond.
Where: Park Place Irvine, 3347 Michelson Dr, Irvine, CA
Cost: Free
More Info: www.sco-oc.org/festival-of-trees/ or marketingmgr@sco-oc.org
Identifying Substance Abuse and Vaping Dangers
Save the date for the next CUSD and Hoag Hospital Speaker Series event on Identifying Substance Abuse and Vaping Dangers, to be held on November 13, 2019 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Aliso Niguel High School.
Dr. Steven Ey, Chief of Service, Hoag Addiction Treatment Centers will serve as feature speaker, sharing the common warning signs of teen drug and alcohol use, dangers of vaping, how to approach the topic with youth, and what resources are available if help is needed.
A panel of teen mental health experts from ASPIRE at Hoag, including child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Sina Safahieh and licensed marriage and family therapists Prerna Rao and Dave Cook, will also answer audience questions.
Topics will Include:
· How to recognize vape and E-Cig devices
· The dangers of nicotine vaping
· Current vape trends
· Helpful tools and tips for parents
Where: Aliso Niguel High School, 28000 Wolverine Way, Aliso Viejo, CA
Cost: Free
More Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XOyUbWm1EWhfnO5GvJLwv-VfT-kUjs8N/view
South County Outreach – Adopt a Family
Can you open your heart to a family or senior in need this holiday season? Hundreds of local individuals and families in the Orange County area, have asked to receive help to make their holidays a little brighter. You can make a difference with toy donations and the fixings for Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday meals. Please join your neighbors in sponsoring a local family through the South County Outreach Adopt-A-Family program.
Where: Orange County
Cost: Donation
More Info: www.sco-oc.org/events/holiday-adopt-a-family/
Veteran's Day Ceremony and Car Show
On November 11, 2019, 9 AM - 2 PM, The annual Veteran's Day Ceremony and Car Show will be held at the Pier Plaza in Huntington Beach. It remembers and honors the sacrifices of those Americans who gave their time, their fighting spirit and sometimes their lives in war. Beginning at Pier Plaza with a Veteran's Day Ceremony, the day continues with hundreds of classic, collector cars, customs, motorcycles and more at the city beach parking lot across the street from major resort hotels. Enjoy various vendors with great food, stage entertainment including performances from local bands, and more. The event registration and donations support special veteran’s programs with proceeds from the event donated to nonprofit organizations.
Where: Huntington Beach
Cost: Attendance is free though there is a fee if you plan to register and show a car.
More Info: http://www.surfcityusa.com/events/signature-events/veterans-day-car-show/
Salute to Veterans Community Celebration
Join in a free community celebration, to say thank you to our Veterans on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Orange County Fairgrounds, in Costa Mesa. The salute to Veterans Community Celebration will take flight with a dedication and unveiling of the A-4m Skyhawk aircraft. There will be something for the whole family with a veteran’s resource fair, music, and activities for kids. Bring non-perishable food items to be donated to veterans in need for the food drive.
Where: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
Cost: Free, parking is also free
More Info: www.ocea.org/assets/files/event-fliers/2019-veterans-day.pdf
Walk to Fight Suicide
Suicide can be devastating tragedy to a family. Join the Walk to Fight Suicide in the Oak Canyon Park in Silverado, on Saturday November 9th at 8:00am. Help raise awareness and funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss.
This year's event will be held at the beautiful Oak Canyon Park! Oak Canyon Park, 17-acre exclusive recreational commons nestled in the historic Santa Ana Mountains. The walk route is about 2.5 miles and features amazing views of the surrounding area.
Where: Oak Canyon Park - 5305 E Santiago Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA
Cost: Fundraising encouraged. Parking is $10 cash per car.
More Info: https://afsp.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=6064
Walk To Defeat ALS
The Orange County ALS chapter is sponsoring a walk on Saturday November 9, 2019 @ 7:00am. Their efforts lead the fight to treat and cure ALS through global research and nationwide advocacy, while also empowering people with Lou Gehrig's Disease and their families to live fuller lives by providing them with compassionate care and support. ALS or as also known as Lou is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, causing loss of muscle control. It is estimated that approximately 5,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with ALS each year. There is currently no cure for the disease.
Where: The OC Great Park, 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine, CA
Cost: No fee, fundraising highly encouraged
More Info: http://web.alsa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=WLK_BP_FAQ&pw_id=16182&fr_id=13786
Census 2020 Jobs
The 2020 Census is hiring! Jobs pay between $18 and $21.50 an hour throughout Southern California
If you’re looking for a great paying, part time job, with flexible hours, please apply online at 2020census.gov/jobs
More Info: http://2020census.gov/jobs
Irvine’s Holiday Toy Drive
Join the City of Irvine and the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee in brightening the season for military families. The annual holiday Toy Drive benefits families of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion. Help bring joy to these families during the holidays by donating a new, unwrapped gift suitable for infants or children ages 12 and younger.
Donations can be dropped off November 4–December 13 during the following hours at the locations below:
Irvine City Hall, 1 Civic Center Plaza: 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Monday–Thursday, and 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Friday
Irvine Police Department, 1 Civic Center Plaza: 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m. Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday
Orange County Great Park Visitors Center, 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine: 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Where: See above
Cost: Donation
More Info: For more information, call 949-724-6606 or mhaley@cityofirvine.org
Vets and Pets
Join us on Sunday Nov 3rd, 2019 at the Argyros Plaza in Costa Mesa, as Vets and Pets, celebrates military heroes of all kinds. This includes veterans, military families, and their furry companions. Come ready to enjoy live music, tasty food, and goodies for dogs and their humans!
Where: Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, Costa Mesa
Cost: Free
More Info: https://scfta.org/events/2019/vets-pets-free
Raise the Woof
I Care Dog Rescue is sponsoring a Comedy Show called Raise the Woof. Saturday November 2nd, beginning at 6:00pm, at the Rush Bar in Lake Forest. The organization works with animal shelters, rescues and cares for animals with special needs Ticket includes show and Mexican Fiesta appetizers. Plus, enjoy dancing to a live band playing classic hits, a silent auction and raffle prizes!
6:00 - Doors Open
7:30 - Comedy Show
9:00 - Night of Dancing
Where: Rush Bar, 23532 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, CA
Cost: $20 tickets online - $25 at the door
More Info: icaredogrescue.org/fundraisers
Saved by the Scan.org (American Lung Association)
You took the first step and quit smoking, but even former smokers may still be at risk for lung cancer. That’s why Saved by the Scan.org wants you to know to know about a new low dose CT scan that can detect lung cancer early. It takes only 60 seconds and could save your life. You took the first step, now take the next. Visit savebythescan.org for a simple quiz to see if you are eligible and talk to your doctor about screening. Saved by the Scan.org is brought to you by American Lung Association lung initiative and the Ad Council.
More Info: savebythescan.org
Flu Shot Clinic and Mini Resource Fair
Flu shots for people 18+ provided as the vaccine is available from O.C. Health Care Agency. Donations received benefit Senior Services. Stop by the mini resource fair tables to get valuable information and a chance to win Prizes! Drive-through shots available in the parking lot for the mobility impaired.
Where: Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center- 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo
Cost: Donation
More Info: https://cityofmissionviejo.org/events/flu-shot-clinic-and-mini-resource-fair
“Get Help: You’re Not Alone” – Sexual Violence - RAINN
Every 98 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. The effects of sexual violence aren’t always easy to deal with, but with the right help they can be managed. If you need to talk, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE or visit RAINN.org for free, confidential support 24-hours a day, seven days a week. That’s 1-800-656-4673 and RAINN.ORG. You don’t have to go through this alone.
More Info: www. RAINN.org