The Weekender
Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend
Monarch Butterfly Planting
Saturday, March 11, 9 a.m.-Noon
Join the City of Dana Point in creating habitats for Monarch butterflies in parks throughout the city. Water, tools and snacks will be provided. Volunteers will meet at Sea Canyon Park.
Sea Canyon Park
33121 Santiago Drive
Dana Point
Friday, March 10
FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN
Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
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. 949.364.1270.
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DANA POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY: JIGSAW PUZZLERS
Dana Point Public Library, 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point
10-11 a.m.
Join the Dana Point Public Library as it puts together mini wooden puzzles with interesting shapes. Each participant will choose one puzzle to complete from their stash. 949.496.5517.
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LIVE MUSIC AT SAN JUAN HILLS GOLF CLUB
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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‘CHUNKY KNIT’ BLANKET WORKSHOP
AR Workshop San Juan Capistrano, 31107 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite B2, San Juan Capistrano
2-5 p.m.
Craft your own blanket with this fun DIY workshop. Participants can register online beforehand. 949.482.1362.
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LIVE THEATER AT CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE
Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30 p.m.
Through March 26, enjoy I Hate Hamlet, in which television star Andrew Rally is about to start rehearsing to play Hamlet but is also terrified and unsure of himself. The ghost of legendary actor John Barrymore visits Rally and explains that all actors playing Hamlet are to be visited and mentored by their predecessors until the actor takes the stage. As Rally grows under Barrymore’s wing, he is confronted by the ultimate question: who he wants to be, or not to be. Tickets are $28. 949.492.0465.
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LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE
Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano
7:30 p.m.
For one final weekend, watch a live performance of family comedy Over the River and Through the Woods at San Juan Capistrano’s local theater. 949.489.8082.
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DANA POINT SYMPHONY CONCERT
St. Edward Church, 33926 Calle La Primavera, Dana Point
7:30 p.m.
Enjoy the music of Mendelssohn and Mozart with the Dana Point Symphony at the St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church. Tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for seniors, students and active military. 949.542.6282.
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LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER
StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point
9 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. The ’80s cover band Fast Times will perform. 949.661.6003.
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Saturday, March 11
SAN CLEMENTE DAY FISHING DERBY
San Clemente Municipal Pier, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente
9-11 a.m.
Join the City of San Clemente in celebrating its 95th anniversary. To commemorate the history and traditions of the city, there will be a youth fishing derby at the San Clemente Pier, where kids between the ages of 6 and 13 are invited to participate. There will be four categories: first fish caught, most fish, biggest fish and smallest fish. There will also be other activities, plus event shirts, awards and more. The California Department of Fish & Wildlife will supply the equipment. Pre-register for the derby on the city’s website. The cost is $5 without a pole rental or $10 with a pole rental. The city will continue the day’s celebration with a free family swim from noon to 1 p.m. at the San Clemente Aquatics Center. This event was initially scheduled for Feb. 25, but it was postponed because of inclement weather.
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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 they 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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DANA POINT 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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FIELD TRIP FEST
Reata Park and Event Center, 28632 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano
Noon-6 p.m.
Docent Brewing is hosting a festival to celebrate craft beer. More than 40 craft breweries will provide samples from 1-4:30 p.m. Jamestown Revival, Victoria Bailey, and other artists will perform live music. Local favorite Heritage Barbecue will also be on hand for anyone who wants to chow down on brisket between drinks, along with food trucks. General admission tickets are $59.
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EL PRESIDENTÉ BALL
El Adobe de Capistrano, 31891 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
6-10 p.m.
The San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association celebrates the upcoming Swallows Day Parade and Old Western days with food, music, and costume contests. Come out for drinks and the chance to have a good time with familiar friends. Tickets are $75. 949.615.1920.
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LIVE MUSIC AT TREVOR’S
Trevor’s at the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano
7 p.m.
Phil Vandermost will perform. Enjoy the entertainment on the outdoor patio while you chow down on food and sip drinks. 949.493.9593.
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GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA NIGHT
Left Coast Tasting Room, 1251 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente
7-9 p.m.
Left Coast Brewing presents trivia modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the United Kingdom, covering everything from Hungary to the Hunger Games. Teams can include up to six people. Winning teams earn bar cash and other prizes.
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CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE
The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
8 p.m.
Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Rock band The Smithereens will perform. Tickets are $38. Doors open at 6 p.m. 949.496.8930.
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LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER
StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point
9 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Hard rock cover band Coverfire will perform. 949.661.6003.
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Sunday, March 12
SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET
Avenida Del Mar
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers along. 949 361 8200.
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SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT SWALLOW’S INN
Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
2-6 pm.
Put on your cowboy hat and boots and get ready to enjoy all the Western-style fun at one of San Juan Capistrano’s best-known dive bars and country music spots. The Big Fat Steve Band will perform. 949.493.3188.
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LIVE MUSIC AT PADDY’S
Paddy’s Station, 26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
6-9 p.m.
Come enjoy some live music and dance, perhaps after ordering fish and chips and a pint. Winslow Band will perform. 949.661.3400.
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Weekend Spotlight
Dana Point Woman’s Club to Host Fashion Show Fundraiser
The Dana Point Woman’s Club will host a “Classy, Sassy, Razzle, Dazzle” fashion show and luncheon on March 25 to benefit the nonprofit’s philanthropies: Project Scholarship and Project Literacy.
From 11 a.m.-3 p.m., the fashion show and luncheon will feature a champagne reception, appetizers, a three-course catered lunch and desserts, raffles, a silent auction and a designer boutique. Tickets to attend the event are $70 each.
“This is a major fundraiser for two of our favorite philanthropies—Project Scholarship, benefiting Dana Hills High School graduates, and Project Literacy, benefiting the Dana Point Public Library’s Children’s Summer Reading Program,” Marla Freeman, DPWC 3rd Vice President and Ways and Means Chair, said in a media release.
Guests will be greeted by a champagne reception and light appetizers and encouraged to browse the boutique, which includes designs curated by Eileen Gerber of Fashion-4-Ever.