Non-government Events

Following is a sampling of events and activities that are not funded by taxpayers or promoted by the Nanny State. Please support private enterprise and non-profit groups.

Crossline’s Christmas Festival, Fri., Dec. 14, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., sledding on real snow, entertainment, refreshments, Santa, Crossline Church, 23331 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills, (949) 916-0250, http://www.crosslinechurch.com

Poiema Christmas Show (in the spirit of Cirque Noel), Mount of Olives Church, Fri., Dec. 14, 7:00 p.m., Sat., Dec. 15, 7:00 p.m., and Sun., Dec. 16, 2:00 p.m., 24772 Chrisanta Drive, (949) 837-7467, Mission Viejo, http://www.moochurch.org/events.aspx?parentnavigationid=6090

Dana Point Boat Parade, Fri., Dec. 14, and Sat., Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., photos with Santa, Thurs., Dec. 13, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Dana Point Harbor, (949) 923-2255, http://www.danapointharbor.com/Holiday.html

Concert at Soka, All-American Boys Chorus, ”The Sounds of Christmas,” on Sun., Dec. 16, 4:00 p.m., Performing Arts Center, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, (949) 480-4278, http://www.performingarts.soka.edu

Daily Guided Tours at the Mission during the week, Monday through Friday, 11:15 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. No advance reservation required, but a minimum group size is needed to proceed, Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, (949) 234-1300, http://www.missionsjc.com/

Encore Dinner Theatre, “A Song for Christmas,” through Dec. 30, 690 El Camino Real, Tustin (657) 210-3200, http://www.EncoreDinnerTheatre.com

Holiday Ice Rink in Spectrum. Outdoor rink is open daily, skating lessons are available. Check the website for schedule. Giant Wheel Court, Irvine Spectrum Center, (949) 748-8280, http://www.skatespectrum.com