Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend

Shea Center BBQ

Saturday, Sept. 17, 4-10 p.m.

The J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center’s annual barbecue fundraiser will be happening as usual. Bring the family for a night of games, fun and community connections. There will also be live music, a petting zoo and more. Tickets can be purchased online.

The Shea Center
26284 Oso Road, San Juan Capistrano
949.240.8441
sheacenter.org

Friday, September 16

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL WEEK 4
7 p.m.
Five teams are at home this week. Undefeated San Clemente hosts unbeaten Edison, Dana Hills hosts Woodbridge for Homecoming, JSerra hosts Rancho Cucamonga and St. Margaret's hosts Santa Ana. On Saturday, Capistrano Valley Christian hosts Desert Christian Academy for Homecoming at Aliso Niguel HS. Follow South OC Sports on Twitter and Instagram for all the action on Friday and this football season.
@SouthOCSports on Twitter.
@South_OC_Sports on Instagram.

LIVE MUSIC AT OUTER REEF
Outer Reef, 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point
6-9 p.m.
Live music is featured at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa’s Outer Reef restaurant. Artist Spencer Askin will perform.
More info.

‘LITTLE WOMEN’
Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30 p.m.
Starting this Friday, and continuing on weekends through Oct. 9, the Cabrillo Playhouse presents Little Women, Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story of the adventures of the four March sisters. The Civil War is in full swing, and the March sisters live in Concord, Massachusetts with their mother while their father is on the battlefield. Filled with buoyant, joyful melodies, memorable characters, and a big-hearted message, Little Women reminds us that “sometimes when you dream, your dreams come true.” Admission is $33.
More info.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE
33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
8 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Classic folk/pop rock group The Lovin’ Spoonful, known for “Summer in the City” and other hit songs, will perform. Tickets are $40. Doors open at 6 p.m.
949.496.8930
More info.

Saturday, September 17

SC OPEN SKATE CONTEST
Ralphs Skate Court, 241 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente
1-8 p.m.
Go for the gold at the SC Open Skateboard Contest hosted by the City of San Clemente and the Friends of the City of San Clemente Beaches, Parks, & Recreation Foundation. On-site registration will be based upon availability and will begin at 1 p.m. on the day of the event. Other activities include a vendor fair, food and beverages. All participants must wear safety equipment, including a helmet and knee and elbow pads. Skaters will be judged based on a 10-point scale of the following: style/artistry; consistency; originality; difficulty; and variety.
More info.

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL CAPISTRANO BAY CRAFT FAIR
Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Get a head start on your holiday shopping by supporting local vendors and to promote the Soroptimist Mission of supporting young women and girls in the Dana Point community. The event will feature music, food trucks, local artisans and handcrafted items.
More info.

DANA POINT LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point
10 a.m.
Join the Dana Point Public Library’s crochet for beginners group. All supplies are provided. Beginners interested in the art of crochet can take home their project. At 2 p.m. the library will host an author talk with food historian and chef George Geary. Geary will tell remarkable stories of the early 20th century food startups that captured America’s hearts and stomachs, from Bob’s Big Boy to McDonald’s, Winchell’s Donuts to In-N-Out, Peat’s Coffee to Taco Bell. Book signing to follow.
949.496.5517
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FARMERS MARKET
La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags.
More info.

Sunday, September 18

LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE
31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano
2 p.m.
Get ready to chuckle and watch actors perform in Downtown San Juan Capistrano. Camino Real Playhouse is staging Little Shop of Horrors, an adaptation of the classic Broadway musical and comedy film. The show runs through Oct. 2.
949.489.8082
More info.

FARMERS MARKET
100 North Calle Seville, San Clemente
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers at the Community Center/San Clemente Public Library parking lot.
949.361.8200
More info.

Weekend Spotlight

Toast to the Casa: La Belle Epoque

Saturday, 5:30-9 p.m.

Experience Paris of the 1890s with gambling, cocktails, cancan girls, and live music.

More than 40,000 individuals each year in South Orange County and beyond benefit from Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens’ programming of exhibitions, concerts, lectures, performances, horticulture activities, and educational experiences. Casa Romantica also welcomes more than 6,000 local students each year for STEAM-based field trips, weekly and monthly workshops and events, scholarship contests, and summer arts academies: the Music Festival and Academy, and the Summer Dance Workshop. These opportunities are offered for free because of the generosity of its supporters.

The support of Toast to the Casa enables Casa Romantica to provide cultural and educational programs for people of all ages and to preserve the beloved San Clemente landmark and coastal public gardens for future generations. Tickets range from $175 to $200.

Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens
415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente
949.498.2139
casaromantica.org

To learn more about Casa Romantica's programs for its 95th anniversary year, check out the San Clemente Times feature below:

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