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.

Soka University events: “Meet the Artists of Shesh Besh” on Thurs., Apr. 4, 7:00 p.m., no admission charge (RSVP required). 12th Annual International Festival on Sat., May 4, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Fun With Chalk on Sat.-Sun., May 4-5, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, (949) 480-4278, http://www.performingarts.soka.edu

Michaels, ongoing and new classes throughout April: demonstrations, arts and crafts, 25310 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, (949) 770-5001
http://locations.michaels.com/CA/MISSION-VIEJO/8513/index.html

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, for new classes this week, visit the website or go to the store at 26672 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, (949) 588-7420, http://Joann.com

Roger’s Gardens presents spring classes: “My Edible Garden” on Sat., Apr. 6, 9:00, and “Smart and Easy Gardening Tips” on Sat., Apr. 13, 9:00 a.m., 2301 San Joaquin Hills, Corona del Mar, (949) 640-5800, http://www.rogersgardens.com

Mariachis at the Mission, Sat., Apr. 13, 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., music by the Capistrano Community Mariachi Program, Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, (949) 234-1300, http://www.missionsjc.com

Bubblefest at Discovery Science Center, through Sun., Apr. 14. Play zone, interactive science activities and a laser show, 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, (714) 542-2823, http://www.discoverycube.org/

Crossline Church will offer classes on finance, beginning Tues., Apr. 16, 7:00 p.m., “Super Saving Common Sense for Your Dollars and Cents.” Other topics in a series of nine classes will include how to beat debt and save money. Location is 23331 Moulton Pkwy., Laguna Hills, (949) 916-0251, http://www.crosslinechurch.com

Big Bucks Bingo, Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m. early bird and 6:45 p.m. regular games, Mission Viejo Elks Lodge, Marguerite and La Paz, Mission Viejo, (949) 830-3557. 
http://www.mvelks.com/

Recycling Drive at St. Kilian’s Church, Sat., Apr. 20, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, held on the third Saturday of each month. Organized by Knights of Columbus; acceptable items include aluminum, paper and plastic. No glass or cardboard. Lower parking lot, 26872 Estanciero Drive, Mission Viejo, (949) 472-1249, http://www.stkilianchurch.org