Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend

Doheny Surf & Art Festival

SATURDAY, JUNE 24: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

 The free two-day festival celebrating the historic surf culture and coastal beauty of Doheny State Beach will feature vendors selling surf- and ocean-related goods.

Doheny State Beach

25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive

Dana Point

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Friday, June 23

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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LINE DANCING FRIDAYS
Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente
10-11 a.m.
Join Age Well Senior Services for line dancing every Friday at San Clemente’s senior center. No partner required. For a $5 donation, learn some easy and fun line dances to get you moving. Carrie Wojo teaches all over South Orange County and makes it easy to stay active and have fun. 949.498.3322.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT THE NOBLE PATH FOUNDATION
The Noble Path Foundation, 420 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente
4:30 p.m.
The Noble Path Foundation hosts events multiple times a week to get youth and young adults out and about and participating in safe, productive activities. There will be an improv lesson from 4:30-5:30 p.m., and TGIF Night starting at 6 p.m.—the theme being video games on numerous consoles. 949.234.7259.
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LIVE MUSIC AT LUXE RESTAURANT
Luxe Restaurant and Martini Bar, 24582 Del Prado Avenue, Dana Point
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Dana Point singer/songwriter duo Molly Bergman & Sidney Bowen, who have been performing together since childhood, will sing at Luxe Restaurant and Martini Bar. 949.276.4990.
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LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S
Iva Lee’s Restaurant and Lounge, 555 N. El Camino Real, Suite E, San Clemente
7:30 p.m.
Relax at this chill Southern lounge well-regarded for its live music performances. Family Style will perform. 949.361.2855.
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MOVIES IN THE PARK: ‘LYLE, LYLE CROCODILE’
Dana Crest Park, 24461 Josiah Drive, Dana Point
8 p.m.
Each Friday in June, movies will be shown in Dana Point parks. These free movie nights bring back the nostalgic feel of a drive-in movie, but without the car. Bring your low-back lawn chair or blanket. Refreshments available to purchase.

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. Musician Debby Holiday and her band will perform a tribute act to late singer Tina Turner. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 6 p.m. 949.496.8930.
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FRIDAY NIGHT AT SWALLOW’S
Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
9 pm.-1 a.m.
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. 33 Thunder Band will perform. Happy hour is from 4-7 p.m. 949.493.3188.
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Saturday, June 24

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. 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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BERRY U-PICK
The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano
9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Ecology Center is providing a chance to pick fresh berries. While baskets will be provided, participants are also welcome to bring their own. After you finish collecting a harvest, head over to the Farm Stand to pay for what you picked. Cost to attend is $8. 949.443.4223.
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KAYAK HARBOR TOUR AND SAIL AT THE OCEAN INSTITUTE
Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
10.a.m.-noon.
Join the Ocean Institute for a two-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point Harbor and learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem. All experience levels are welcome. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $28. In the afternoon, from 2-5 p.m., set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tall ship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tall. 949.496.2274.
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LIVE MUSIC AT TREVOR’S
Trevor’s at the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano
11 a.m.
Local singer-songwriter Karly Moreno 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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SUMMERTIME AT THE BEER GARDEN
Dana Point Ale House, 24471 Del Prado, Unit A, Dana Point
Noon-4 p.m.
Join the Dana Point Ale House in celebrating the opening of its new beer garden with live music and specialty beers. 949.525.6551.
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11TH ANNUAL MARY COLBY TEA
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente
2:30-5 p.m.
The Mary Colby Tea includes a champagne welcome, and a traditional assortment of canapés, desserts, and cream teas. Activities include a champagne and sparkling apple cider welcome, opportunity drawings with items donated from local businesses, and a teacup toss game. This event is appropriate for all ages. All funds raised at the Mary Colby Tea directly underwrite the costs of providing Casa Romantica’s education programs for people of all ages. The cost to attend ranges from $100 to $680. 949.498.2139.
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THE RITZ-CARLTON $30,000 GRAND PRIX II
Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, 30753 La Pata Road, San Juan Capistrano
3-4 p.m.
Blenheim Equisports is holding a free horse jumping show. Spectators are welcome to bring a picnic blanket and beach chairs. The event is family-friendly. 949.299.7219.
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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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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. Cover band Bad Habit Video Star will perform. 949.661.6003.
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Sunday, June 25

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. 949.361.8200.
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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
4-7 p.m.
Jimmy Church & Texas Flood will perform. Stop in to listen and dance, perhaps after playing a round of golf. 949.565.4855.
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LIVE MUSIC AT PADDY’S
Paddy’s Station, 26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
6-9 p.m.
Listen to some live music and dance, perhaps after enjoying fish and chips and a pint. Sticks & Stones will perform. 949.661.3400.
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BIG BAND CONCERT
Community Presbyterian Church, 32202 Del Obispo Street, San Juan Capistrano
3 p.m.
The Orange County big band music group South Coast Swing will hold a free concert. Concertgoers are welcome to dance in the aisle. 949.493.1502.

LIVE MUSIC AT SAN JUAN HILLS GOLF CLUB
San Juan Hills Golf Club, 32120 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano
4-7 p.m.
Chris Cram will perform. Stop in to listen and dance, perhaps after playing a round of golf. 949.565.4855.
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LIVE MUSIC AT PADDY’S
Paddy’s Station, 26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
6-9 p.m.
Listen to some live music and dance, perhaps after enjoying fish and chips and a pint. Brad Johnson Band will perform. 949.661.3400.
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Weekend Spotlight

Spotlight: Paint San Clemente 

SATURDAY, JUNE 24-SUNDAY, JUNE 25: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

The 21st annual Paint San Clemente festivities, presented by the San Clemente Art Association, continue with a two-day Outdoor Artist Exhibit and Sale, held Saturday and Sunday at the San Clemente Art Gallery lawn. At 6 p.m.

Saturday, step inside for the Plein Air Awards ceremony and reception. Tickets for the ceremony are $20, which pay for hors d’oeuvres and wine.

San Clemente Community Center

100 N. Calle Seville

San Clemente

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