The Weekender
Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend
Hike at San Mateo Campground
Saturday, Jan. 21, 9-11 a.m.
Join California State Parks Naturalist Heather Rice to experience a local state park. Meet at the amphitheater for a three-mile walk from Panhe Canyon to the ocean. Day use fees apply.
San Onofre State Beach
830 Cristianitos Road
San Clemente
Friday, January 20
COFFEE CONCERTS WITH HIGH TIDE
Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente
10-11 a.m.
In partnership with High Tide Coffee, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch an acoustic performance with local musicians in Casa Romantica’s Main Salon this winter. This week’s musical guest is Corey Angell. The concert is free with admission to the Casa.
949.498.2139
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CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS ‘LEADING LADIES’
Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30 p.m.
Through Feb. 12, enjoy the production of Leading Ladies, set in the 1950s and focusing on two English Shakespearean actors, Jack and Leo, who find their careers in a rut. When they hear that an old lady in York, Pennsylvania is about to die and leave her fortune to her two long-lost English nephews, the actors resolve to pass themselves off as her beloved relatives and get the cash, only to find that the nephews are actually nieces. Tickets are $28.
949.492.0465
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LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S
Iva Lee’s Restaurant & Lounge, 555 North El Camino Real, San Clemente
7:30 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Leroy and the Bad Browns will perform. Reservations for lounge are strongly recommended, so call ahead.
949.361.2855
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LIVE MUSIC AT SAN JUAN HILLS GOLF CLUB
32120 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Family Style will perform. Stop in to listen and dance, perhaps after playing a round of golf.
949.565.4855
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FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy the farmers market in town every Friday. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more.
Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
949.364.1270
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Saturday, January 21
CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY: A SAGE IN EVERY GARDEN
The Nature Interpretive Center, 34558 Scenic Drive, Dana Point
10 a.m.-Noon
Orange County residents are invited to visit the Nature Interpretive Center at the Dana Point Headlands to pick up a free four-inch white sage plant while supplies last. A Sage in Every Garden is a campaign to add more than 2,000 native white sage plants to Orange County gardens. White sage is a water-wise magnet for pollinators and supports wildlife.
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HORSE SHOW AT THE RIDING PARK
Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, 30753 Avenida La Pata, San Juan Capistrano
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Check out the equestrian event happening in one of San Juan Capistrano’s premier open space destinations. The No Show is a chance for young horses or riders to get experience and for the public to watch them perform.
949.371.6158
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MUSIC AT DELAHUNT BREWING CO.
Delahunt Brewing, 34091 La Plaza, Dana Point
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Country duo Rust and Dust will perform at the Orange County-based Delahunt Brewing Co.’s Dana Point taproom and taqueria.
949.503.1348
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LIVE MUSIC AT BEACHFIRE
BeachFire Bar & Grill, 204 Avenida Del Mar, Suite D, San Clemente
8-11:45 p.m.
Stop in for great food, atmosphere and music. Sticks and Stones will perform.
949.366.3232
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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.
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SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE
The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente
9-11 a.m.
South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. Those attending are encouraged to practice responsible social distancing. Face masks are not mandatory but are recommended. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts.
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Sunday, January 22
MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS—DOES CHARACTER MATTER ANYMORE?
Bahá’ís of San Clemente, 3316 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente
3-4:30 p.m.
Join a conversation diving into the importance of qualities related to human character, such as truthfulness, integrity, and kindness. Bahá’í Teachings offers a spiritual perspective on how developing character can improve society. Reserve a spot for free at eventbrite.com.
WHERE YOU GO, I GO—EVENING WITH HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR
The Port Hole Theater, Dana Hill High School, 33333 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point
6 p.m.
Holocaust survivor Dr. Jacob Eisenbach will share his story of survival, resilience and hope, growing up as a teenager in Poland when the Nazis invaded in 1939. Copies of his book, Where You Go, I Go, will be available for purchase. Seating is limited; RSVP is required.
949.930.3711
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LIVE MUSIC AT PADDY’S
Paddy’s Station, 26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
6-9 p.m.
Strawberry Blonde will perform. Enjoy the music and have a pint at this Downtown San Juan Capistrano pub.
949.661.3400
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LIVE MUSIC AT HENNESSEY’S DANA POINT
Hennessey’s Tavern, 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point
9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Pop Vision will perform.
949.488.0121
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MELLOW MUSIC SUNDAY AT INKA MAMA’S
111 Avenida Palizada, Suite 303, San Clemente
2:30-6 p.m.
The band Driftwood Creek will play a “mellow” version of its 2022 set list at this authentic Peruvian restaurant.
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
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Weekend Spotlight
Stand-Up Comedy Night
Saturday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m.
Have some laughs during this stand-up comedy event. San Juan Capistrano community fixture Jim Taylor will perform, along with Daniel Eachus, Eddie Jarvis and Rachel Burch. Tickets are $21.50 for a table seat or $19.50 for the mezzanine section.
Camino Real Playhouse
31776 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano
949.489.8082
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