March 17th, 2015 at 2:00 pm
What:
Ride the train, meet the bunny, and take part in an Easter egg hunt. This annual event takes place inside the Locomotive Loop, just behind the train station. The hunt includes eggs filed with candy, stickers, train tickets, and more. Kids are separated into age groups for each hunt. They can bring their own basket, and the park will have baskets available for purchase. Other activities include moon bounce, hayrides, cookie decorating, picture stands, carnival games, and face painting.
Where:
Irvine Park Railroad
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
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March 11th, 2015 at 2:00 pm
What:
It will be a day for the birds when the swallows make their legendary return to Mission San Juan Capistrano this month. Join the festivities at the 2015 Swallows Day Parade and Mercado Street Faire on March 21. The procession is one of the nation’s largest non-motorized parades and are organized by the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association. A shuttle bus will be available early as most street closures are in effect by 10 a.m.
Where:
Downtown San Juan Capistrano
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March 9th, 2015 at 4:00 pm
What:
Did someone say unlimited samples of craft beers? That’s right! The Orange County Beer and Music Festival is a collaborative effort between #rockstarbeer Productions and breweries such as Stone and Coronado Brewing. Come out for live bands and DJs, food trucks, an awesome after-party and, of course, craft beer. This event also will raise money for Rettsydrome.org, a non-profit that provides funds for people with Rett syndrome. So, grab a beer, join the fun and remember that brew is for a better cause.
Where:
Yost Theater
307 N. Spurgeon St.
Santa Ana, CA 92701
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March 3rd, 2015 at 4:00 pm
What:
Bring your curious young ones for fun field studies on Wood Creek Trail with Canyon View Park’s resource specialist. Participants will check wildlife cameras to see who’s using the park at night, examine woodrat nests, and check for tracks. Attendees should bring a camera and notepad to document findings. The hike, sponsored by the Laguna Canyon Foundation, is approximately two miles and open to ages 9 and up.
Where:
Canyon View Staging Area – meet at the entrance to Canyon View Park
22144 Canyon Vistas
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
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March 2nd, 2015 at 4:00 pm
What:
Discover beautiful, one-of-a-kind works at the Spring Art Show, the first show and sale of the year at Crystal Cove Alliance. Some of the region’s most talented professionals have captured s stunning vistas and scenes with oil, acrylic and canvas, and you can meet some of them in person.
Half of all proceeds will directly benefit the alliance’s mission to restore, conserve, and educate at Crystal Cove State Park to help ensure that the beauty of this natural environment will be around for future generations to enjoy. And perhaps you can help achieve that noble goal with a purchase of some of the beautiful artwork on sale.
Where:
Crystal Cove State Park
Pacific Coast Highway and Los Trancos
Newport Beach, CA 92657
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