One of my favorite activities with the kiddo in the summer is to shop at a local farmer’s market.  We are so lucky to be surrounded by them here in OC!

Tuesdays are a particular favorite of mine.  I like to head to the market at Irvine Historical Park.  It’s on Irvine Blvd. and Myford Road (on the back side of the Tustin Marketplace).  It’s a very small market, which makes it very manageable to walk through.  It also tends to not be very crowded, which is more pleasant for strolling.  Initially, the small number of vendors may seem underwhelming, particularly if you’re used to the Saturday Irvine market over near UCI.  And if you’re looking for handcrafted goods, this is not your market.  But if you’re looking for a variety of fresh foods and produce, there is plenty of variety.  And it’s just the right size for kids – they don’t have to worry about which vendor to choose strawberries from….there’s only one!

I bring along an ice chest with some ice packs so I can stow away our purchases in the car for awhile, because after we stroll the market there, we like to head over to the Katie Wheeler library (right across from the market).  It’s an old restored house, full of charm, and the librarians and staff are extremely friendly and helpful.  One helpful hint – this library is part of the OC Public Library system, so if you check out books here, you can return them to any other OC Public Library.

Once we’ve checked out a few books, we head outside to the big lawn in front of the library.  I spread out a large blanket, we break open some of our fresh fruit from the farmer’s market, or sometimes a picnic lunch, if I’ve come really prepared, and we enjoy some reading and dining al fresco.  There’s plenty of shade under the large trees to keep you comfortable, too.

Now doesn’t that sound like a nice way to spend a summer day?

For a list of all farmer’s markets around Orange County, click HERE.

Katie Wheeler Library

I love, love, love Colonel Bill Barber Park in Irvine.  I was so lucky that when I called a good friend to see if she wanted to get together for an outdoor playdate, she suggested we go there.  We hadn’t been in a few months, so I was excited to go back.  And I wasn’t disappointed!

If you’ve never been there, it’s really worth a trip.  There are multiple sets of play equipment, shaded table areas, lots of open grass space, sidewalks perfect for bikes and scooters, and nice tennis courts.  But the highlight of the park, for my daughter, has always been the water faucet with cascading bowls in the sandy area.  We bring a giant bag of sand toys, a beach towel, and a change of clothes, and she is entertained for hours.  It’s not a big fountain (though they do have one of those in the lovely, picturesque rose garden), just a faucet with bowls to catch the water.  It’s perfect for sand castles and moats.

Our day started out with a ride on the tire swing and a bit of climbing on the play equipment.  Then Real OC Daughter and her friends played a few rounds of hide and seek on one of the play structures.  After that, we settled in under the shade for a nice picnic.  It was such a gorgeous day!

After lunch, the kids ripped off their shoes and pulled out the sand toys.  And that’s when the real fun began!  They poured, splashed, and dug and dug and dug.  There were holes, and puddles, and towers of sand, and they were all having such a great time.  They created a river in the sand that was about 6-feet long.

Oh, and the best part?  She fell asleep tonight so easily – content, tired, rosy-cheeked, and talking about what a wonderful day she had at the park.

If you’re looking for a fun park to visit with the family, go check it out!  Two bonuses – there is usually plenty of parking and the restrooms are close to the playground.   One caveat – if you have multiple, younger children, the play area is a little spread out and it can be hard to keep an eye on them.  It’s good to come with another family and split up supervising duties.

I was having too much fun today to take any photos, but there are a few nice images on their website so you can get an idea of what’s there.  There’s also a great review of the park, along with some photos, over at FunOrangeCountyParks.com.

It’s the last month before school kicks into full swing for most of us around here!  I can’t believe how the time has flown by!  Here are some fun things happening around the OC for you and your family to enjoy.

2nd - Concerts in the Park at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa – Dan Krikorian Band (Acoustic, Folk and Pop).  5:30 pm.

3rd – Concerts in the Park at Peppertree Park in Tustin – Silverados (Country).  6-8 pm.

Concerts in the Park at Fullerton Sports Complex in Fullerton – The Mighty Cash Cats (Johnny Cash Tribute).  6:30 – 8:30 pm.

4th – Movies in the Park at Frontier Park in Tustin – Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Begins at dusk.

“Under the Sea” Toddler Program at the OC Zoo in Orange.  10 – 11 am.  Activities and crafts for kids age 3-4.  Event fee – $5 per child.  Parking fee – $3.  Registration required – call Marcy Crede-Booth at 714-973-6847

5th – La Habra Corn Festival opens.  5:30 – 11:30 pm.

Evening campfire at Bommer Canyon Park in Irvine.  Storytelling, songs, and s’mores around the campfire.  $4 per person.  7:30 – 9 pm.  Register HERE. (Course #96102)

Flights & Sounds Summer Festival at the Great Park in Irvine.  Friday night dance party with DJ HAPA (Disco) at 8 pm.  Free dance lessons begin at 7:30 pm.  Free admission, parking $10.

Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “The Sandlot”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10. Movie begins at sunset.

6th – Family Art Time at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. 10 – 11:30 am.  Children and their parents can experiment with different art media with guidance from an instructor. Ages 5 and up, $8 fee.  To register, click HERE

Free First Saturday at the La Habra Children’s Museum.  Enjoy free admission all day, as well as a reptile show at 11 am or 1 pm.

La Habra Corn Festival continues.  11 am – 11 pm.

Flights & Sounds Summer Festival at the Great Park in Irvine.  Saturday night concert with performance by Tribute to the Blues Brothers Band at 8 pm. Seating is limited, so bring your lawn chairs. Free admission, parking $10.

Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “How to Train Your Dragon”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.

Fullerton Arboretum Children’s Class – “Bug Safari” from 9:30 – 10:30 am.  Garden exploration and interactive bug investigation led by the Arboretum Bug Lady.  $5 per child, ages 5 and up. Registration required by Wednesday before class – call 657-278-3407.  Admission to the Arboretum is free.

Concerts in the Park at Civic Center Green in Cypress – Who’s Your Daddy (Rock a cappella).  6 pm.

7th – Last day of the La Habra Corn Festival.  11:30 am – 7:30 pm.

Free First Sunday at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana.  10 am – 4 pm.  Come early – limited to 250 free tickets per hour and 1,500 per day.

Concerts in the Park at Sea Terrace Park in Dana Point – Rockin’ the Paradise (Styx Tribute).  4:30 – 6 pm

9th – Tuesdays in the Garden at the Fullerton Arboretum.  6 – 7:30 pm.  ”Scavenger Hunt” – join an exciting expedition through the new children’s garden and farm, where you’ll use all 5 senses to follow the clues.  $5 per family, registration appreciated by Monday before the program – call 657-278-3407.

10th – Concerts in the Park at Peppertree Park in Tustin – Don’t Stop Believin’(Journey).  6-8 pm.

Junior Environmentalists class at the Irvine Civic Center in Irvine.  Free educational program for children who want to learn more about recycling and pollution.  Crafts and giveaways.  Ages 5-8, parent participation required.  10:30 – 11:30 am.  To register (registration required), click HERE

Concerts in the Park at Fullerton Sports Complex in Fullerton – The Yard Sale (Classic Rock).  6:30 – 8:30 pm.

11th – Movies in the Park at Magnolia Tree Park in Tustin – Despicable Me.  Begins at dusk.

“Animals in My Backyard” Toddler Program at the OC Zoo in Orange.  10 – 11 am.  Activities and crafts for kids age 3-4.  Event fee is $5 per child.  Parking fee – $3.  Registration required – call Marcy Crede-Booth at 714-973-6847

12th – Moonlit Marshmallows at the Turtle Rock Nature Center in Irvine.  Bring a flashlight, dress warm, and come make a gooey s’more around the campfire.  $3 per person, 6-7 pm or 7-8 pm.  To register, click HERE

Flights & Sounds Summer Festival at the Great Park in Irvine.  Friday night dance party with Nuriya (Middle Eastern and Latin American music) at 8 pm. Free dance lessons begin at 7:30 pm.  Free admission, parking $10.

Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Megamind”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10. Movie begins at sunset.

13th – Family Art Time at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. 10 – 11:30 am.  Children and their parents can experiment with different art media with guidance from an instructor. Ages 5 and up, $8 fee.  To register, click HERE

Flights & Sounds Summer Festival at the Great Park in Irvine.  Saturday night concert by Grammy winner Lucinda Williams at 8 pm.  Seating is limited, so bring your lawn chairs. Free admission, parking $10.

Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Jungle Book”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10. Movie begins at sunset.

Concerts in the Park at Civic Center Green in Cypress – Dean Colley’s Neil Diamond Tribute.  6 pm.

“Toy Making” Kids Program at the OC Zoo in Orange.  11 am – noon.  Activities and crafts for kids age 5-8.  Event fee – $5 per child.  Parking fee – $5.  Registration required – call Marcy Crede-Booth at 714-973-6847

14th – Free Second Sundays at the OC Museum of Art.  From 11 am – 4 pm, come enjoy free admission to the museum, lots of crafts and activities for kids, and entertainment.

Sizzlin’ Summer Concert at Woodbridge Community Park in Irvine – Proud Mary Band (Tina Turner Tribute).  6 – 7:30 pm

San Clemente Street Fair and Fiesta from 9 am to 7 pm.  Food, crafts, entertainment, children’s activities, games and more.

Concerts in the Park at Sea Terrace Park in Dana Point – Dog & Butterfly (Heart Tribute).  4:30 – 6 pm

16th – Broadway in the Park presents “Oliver” at Peppertree Park in Tustin.  Gates open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 6 pm.  For more info and to purchase tickets, click HERE

17th – Broadway in the Park presents “Oliver” at Peppertree Park in Tustin.  Gates open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 6 pm.  For more info and to purchase tickets, click HERE

Concerts in the Park at Fullerton Sports Complex in Fullerton – The Lucky Stars (Country).  6:30 – 8:30 pm.

18th – Movies in the Park at Cedar Grove Park in Tustin – How to Train Your Dragon.  Begins at dusk.

Broadway in the Park presents “Oliver” at Peppertree Park in Tustin.  Gates open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 6 pm.  For more info and to purchase tickets, click HERE

19th – Broadway in the Park presents “Oliver” at Peppertree Park in Tustin.  Gates open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 6 pm.  For more info and to purchase tickets, click HERE

Flights & Sounds Summer Festival at the Great Park in Irvine.  Friday night dance party with Shotgun Wedding Quintet (jazz and horns) at 8 pm.  Free dance lessons begin at 7:30 pm.  Free admission, parking $10.

Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Meet the Robinsons”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.

“Animal Art II” Toddler Program at the OC Zoo in Orange.  10 – 11 am.  Activities and crafts for kids age 3-4.  Event fee – $5 per child.  Parking fee – $3.  Registration required – call Marcy Crede-Booth at 714-973-6847

20th – Broadway in the Park presents “Oliver” at Peppertree Park in Tustin.  Gates open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 6 pm.  For more info and to purchase tickets, click HERE

Family Art Time at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. 10 – 11:30 am.  Children and their parents can experiment with different art media with guidance from an instructor. Ages 5 and up, $8 fee.  To register, click HERE

Flights & Sounds Summer Festival at the Great Park in Irvine.  Saturday night concert by Jazz Mafia (jazz and symphonic hip-hop) at 8 pm.  Seating is limited, bring your lawn chairs  Free admission, parking $10.

Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Meet the Robinsons”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.

Concerts in the Park at Civic Center Green in Cypress – Elm Street Band (Garage Surf).  6 pm.

21st – Concerts in the Park at Sea Terrace Park in Dana Point – Hot August Nights (Neil Diamond Tribute).  4:30 – 6 pm

23rd – Tuesdays in the Garden at the Fullerton Arboretum.  6 – 7:30 pm.  ”Creatures of the Night” – come learn all about bats, possums and other night creatures with Cheryl Rendes from Wonders of Wildlife.  $5 per family, registration appreciated by Monday before the program – call 657-278-3407.

25th – Movies in the Park at Centennial Park in Tustin – Toy Story 3.  Begins at dusk.

27th – Dive-in Movie and Swim at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center in Irvine.  $2 for kids, $4 for adults.  6:30 – 9:30 pm. Call 949-724-6717 for more information and movie title.

Family Art Time at the Irvine Fine Arts Center. 10 – 11:30 am.  Children and their parents can experiment with different art media with guidance from an instructor. Ages 5 and up, $8 fee.  To register, click HERE

Flights & Sounds Summer Festival at the Great Park in Irvine.  Saturday night concert by Del McCoury (Bluegrass) at 8 pm. Seating is limited, bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.

Concerts in the Park at Civic Center Green in Cypress – The Rock It’s/Hi Lites (50’s and 60’s doo wop).  6 pm.

28th – Concerts in the Park at Sea Terrace Park in Dana Point – Chicago Tribute Authority (Chicago Tribute).  4:30 – 6 pm

31st – Junior Environmentalists class at the Irvine Civic Center in Irvine.  Free educational program for children who want to learn more about recycling and pollution.  Crafts and giveaways.  Ages 5-8, parent participation required.  10:30 – 11:30 am.  To register (registration required), click HERE

I can’t believe I missed this when I was putting together my family and budget-friendly list of July activities!  I guess technically, it IS just outside the OC – Long Beach, but that’s still very close to home.  And best of all, this activity is free!  The Arts Council for Long Beach has generously sponsored these free Sundays, as well as free museum admission every Friday throughout the summer.

Every Sunday throughout the summer, the Long Beach Museum of Art is offering a family art day from 1 – 3 pm.  All materials are provided to help your family create a masterpiece based on one currently displayed in the museum.  Each Sunday offers a different artwork inspiration using varied medium.

This Sunday, July 10th is an embossed aluminum painting based on a work by Max Finkelstein.  Looks like fun!

As a side note, I have been to the lovely cafe just outside the museum, Claire’s, and I would recommend it for a nice family brunch before the class, if you’re in the mood. The cafe has very pretty patio seating overlooking the ocean.  They have a very nice breakfast menu that’s available all day Saturday or Sunday.  Reservations are recommended – call 562-432-2119 ext. 270.

This looks like tons of fun!  For more information and to see the list of projects, click HERE

Summer is just around the corner, and there are all kinds of fun activities happening around here!  Every year I promise myself we will get out and enjoy some of these great events, but time flies by, I don’t keep a good list of the activities, and I forget about them.  So, to help out our family, and hopefully yours, here is a list of just some of the fun things happening around here in June.  If you have something to add to the list, please email me with the details.

If you like this list, let me know, and I’ll make sure to publish one for July and another for August.  Also, please remember to check each event before heading out, just in case any of the details have changed.

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• Toddler Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  9:30 – 10 am and 10:30 – 11 am, stories and songs for kids age 2-3.  No older siblings, please.
• Toddler Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids ages 1 – 3.
• Toddler Storytime at the Orange Public Library. 10:30 am.  Ages Newborn – 2.
• Books and Babies at the Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months.
• Books and Babies at the Balboa Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months.
• Preschool Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Preschool and Toddler Storytime at the Westminster Library.  10:30 – ages 3-5.  11 – ages 1-3.  Stories, songs and crafts.
• Preschool Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids ages 3 – 5
• Storytime at the Tustin Library.  For kids ages up to 5 and their parents.  11 am and 3 pm.
• Toddler Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  11 – 11:30 am and 12 – 12:30 pm.  Bring children aged infant to 3 1/2 for stories, finger puppetry, and songs.
• Bilingual Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library.  11:30 am.  Stories and crafts in Spanish and English  For kids of all ages, no advance registration required.
• Grandparents and Books at the Oakview Library in Huntington Beach.  2 – 4 pm, come listen to a volunteer grandparent read stories.  All ages welcome
• Read to a Dog at the Brea Library.  6:30 pm, come read to Kibbles, Shoop and Roxy.
• Family Movie Night at the Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  Free program, kids and teens welcome. 6:30 pm.  Tickets available 30 minutes prior to show.

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• Toddler Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Tideland Tykes at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 10:30 – 11:30 am.  For kids age 2-8, activities may include crafts, storytelling, guided nature hike or hands-on activities.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Preschool Storytime at the Orange Public Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Preschool Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2 -3.
• Korean Family Storytime at Heritage Library in Irvine.  4 – 5 pm in the Community Room.

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• Lake Stroll at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park in Laguna Beach.  9 – 11:30 am.  Leisurely 2-mile guided hike.  $2 per person event fee, parking $5. Ages 10 and up, please.
• Art-A-Faire in Huntington Beach.  Located at the Pier Plaza.  Unique, handmade gifts and crafts.  10 am.
• Toddler Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2-3, no older siblings, please.
• Wild Tales at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 11 am – noon.  For kids age 2-8.  Begin with a story followed by crafts and an outdoor nature walk.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. Double feature – “Toy Story” and “Toy Story 2″.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.
• Movies at the Muth at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 6-9 pm.  ”Endless Summer”.  Bring comfortable chairs, warm clothes, and a blanket.  Crafts, guided nature walks, and other activities begin at 6 pm, movie begins at 7 pm.  Program will move indoors in case of rain. Free admission.
• Movies in the Park at Lantern Bay Park in Dana Point.  ”How to Train Your Dragon”.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments for sale and glow necklaces for $1 to benefit the adopt-a-family program.  Movie begins at 8 pm.

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• Walk with a Ranger at Mason Park in Irvine.  8 am.  Join a park ranger for a guided nature walk through the park, all ages welcome.  Free event, parking fee is $5.  Meet at the butterfly habitat near the amphitheater.
• Nature/Bird Walk at O’Neill Regional Park in Trabuco Canyon.  9 am.  Join a naturalist to learn about the park and its birds.  Free event, $5 parking fee.
• “Rev Up for Fun” at the Disney Store (check link for your local store).  Celebrate the release of “Cars 2″ every Saturday in June.  Events begin at 10:30 am. ”Martial Arts Action”
• Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning Stores in Laguna Hills and Fountain Valley.  11 am – 3 pm.  View link for more information.
• Studio Arts Festival at Heritage Park in Irvine.  9 am – 5 pm.  Art presented by local artisans – painting, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and more. Free admission.  For more information, click HERE.
• Family Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am.  Stories and crafts for kids age 3 – 7 and their favorite grownups.
• Lions Club Annual Fish Fry and Carnival in Costa Mesa.  11 am – 8:30 pm.  Live entertainment, contests, carnival rides, and food.
• Kids Craft Day at the Seal Beach/Mary Wilson Library in Seal Beach.  Free crafts for kids all day in the library.
• Westminster Library Family Storytime – 10:30 am.  All ages welcome.
• Lounge Chair Theatre sponsored by DARE at Heritage Park in Irvine.  ”Megamind” will be shown on the outdoor screen.  There will also be bounce houses, a snack bar, and outdoor games. 6 – 10 pm.  Free admission.
• Outdoor showing of “Kung-Fu Panda” at the Great Park in Irvine.  8:15 pm, free parking and admission.  Bring your lawn chairs, weather permitting.
• Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach.  Movie is either “Bolt” or “Toy Story 3″ (website lists both).  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.
• Caspers Campfire Program at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 pm.  Join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about the park – may include slideshow, wilderness safety, children’s activities and games,  animal adaptations, live animals or a chance to visit the nature center.  $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).

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• Tustin Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off in Old Town Tustin from 11 am – 6 pm.  Craft fair, carnival rides, music, food, and chili cook-off.  Free admission.
• Lions Club Annual Fish Fry and Carnival in Costa Mesa.  11 am – 8:30 pm.  Live entertainment, contests, carnival rides, and food
• Balboa Island Parade in Newport Beach.  11 am (bridge closes at 10:30 am).  Route goes along Marine Ave.
• Caspers Nature Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 am.  Join a ranger for an easy 1-mile hike.  Appropriate for all ages.  $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).
• Surfin’ Sundays Concert Series in Huntington Beach.  11 am – 5 pm at Pier Plaza.
• Free Concerts at OC Marketplace in Costa Mesa.  Noon and 2 pm.  Rip Cat Records Blues and Roots concert.
• Family Sun Day Fun Day at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park in Laguna Beach.  3-5 pm.  Come enjoy and connect with nature through family activities and games.  $2 per person event fee, parking $5.  Closed-toed shoes, long pants, hats and water are recommended.
• Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Bee Movie”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.

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• Toddler Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Little Naturalists Program at the Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach.  Class for ages kids 3-5 and their adult friends from 10 – 11 am.  $5 per child, adult participation required.  Register (required) by calling 949-645-8489 or email lori@encenter.org.
• Morning Storytime at the El Modena Library in Orange.  10:30 – 11 am, children ages 5 and under.
• Toddler Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  11 am – stories, songs and snacks for babies and toddlers.
• Read to a Therapy Dog at the Katie Wheeler Library in Irvine – 4:30 – 5:30 pm.  Come put your name on the list to read to Onyx the therapy dog.  For beginning readers.

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• Books & Babies at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10 – 10:30 am, for babies age 6 – 24 months.
• Morning Storytime at the Taft Library in Orange.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 5 and under.
• Toddler Storytime at Villa Park Library.  10:30 am in the City Council chambers.
• Toddlertime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, come to learn about colors, shapes, and numbers.  For children ages 2-3 with adult participation. Advance signup required.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library – 11:15 am.  For kids age 3-6 with adult participation.  Stories, rhymes and crafts.
• Preschool Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  1:15 pm, for kids ages 3 1/2 – 5 who can attend on their own.
• Family Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  2 pm – stories, songs, snacks and crafts.
• Yoga for Kids at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park in Laguna Beach.  3:30 – 4:30 pm.  Ages 6-10.  $18 for a 6-class series or $3 for drop-in.  Please bring a yoga mat, towel and water.
• Award-Winning Book Club at the Brea Library.  3:30 – 4:30 pm, for kids in Grades 3-8.  Come discuss award-winning books.  A new book will be discussed every 2 weeks.
• Surf City Nights Street Fair in Huntington Beach.  5 – 9 pm.  Farmer’s Market, children’s activities, entertainment and more.
• Family Storytime at the La Palma Libary.  6:30 – 7:30 pm.  Stories, craft, snack and a free book for each child.
• Pajama Storytime at the Ladera Ranch Library.  6:30 – 7 pm.  Come dressed in jammies and bring a favorite stuffed animal.
• Pajama Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  7 pm, for all ages.  No advance signup required.

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• Toddler Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  9:30 – 10 am and 10:30 – 11 am, stories and songs for kids age 2-3.  No older siblings, please.
• Toddler Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids ages 1 – 3
• Books and Babies at the Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months
• Toddler Storytime at the Orange Public Library. 10:30 am.  Ages Newborn – 2.
• Books and Babies at the Balboa Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months.
• Preschool Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Preschool and Toddler Storytime at the Westminster Library.  10:30 – ages 3-5.  11 – ages 1-3.  Stories, songs and crafts.
• Preschool Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids ages 3 – 5
• Toddler Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  11 – 11:30 am and 12 – 12:30 pm.  Bring children aged infant to 3 1/2 for stories, finger puppetry, and songs.
• Bilingual Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library.  11:30 am.  Stories and crafts in Spanish and English  For kids of all ages, no advance registration required.
• Grandparents and Books at the Oakview Library in Huntington Beach.  2 – 4 pm, come listen to a volunteer grandparent read stories.  All ages welcome
• Read to a Dog at the University Park Library in Irvine.  6-7 pm, for kids age 4-12.
• Read to a Dog at the Brea Library.  6:30 pm, come read to Kibbles, Shoop and Roxy.
• Family Movie Night at the Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  Free program, kids and teens welcome.  6:30 pm.  Tickets available 30 minutes prior to show.

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• Toddler Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Tideland Tykes at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 10:30 – 11:30 am.  For kids age 2-8, activities may include crafts, storytelling, guided nature hike or hands-on activities.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Preschool Storytime at the Orange Public Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Preschool Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2 -3.
• Storytime at the Tustin Library.  For kids ages up to 5 and their parents.  11 am and 3 pm.
• Craft Afternoon at the Westminster Library.  3:30 pm.
• Korean Family Storytime at Heritage Library in Irvine.  4 – 5 pm in the Community Room.
• Family Reading Time at the Costa Mesa/Mesa Verde Library.  6:30 – 8 pm, for families with at least one child under age 5.  For parents and children, includes stories, crafts, and a free book for each child.

10th -

• Art-A-Faire in Huntington Beach.  Located at the Pier Plaza.  Unique, handmade gifts and crafts.  10 am.
• Toddler Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2-3, no older siblings, please.
• Family Reading Time at the University Park Library in Irvine.  10 am – 12 pm, for families with at least one child under age 5.  For parents and children, includes stories, crafts, and a free book for each child.  Older siblings are welcome.
• Wild Tales at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 11 am – noon.  For kids age 2-8.  Begin with a story followed by crafts and an outdoor nature walk.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Movies in the Park at Lantern Bay Park in Dana Point.  ”The Chronicles of Narnia”.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments for sale and glow necklaces for $1 to benefit the adopt-a-family program.  Movie begins at 8 pm.

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• Fullerton Arboretum Children’s Class – “Bug Safari” from 9:30 – 10:30 am.  Garden exploration and interactive bug investigation led by the Arboretum Bug Lady.  $5 per child, ages 5 and up. Registration required by Wednesday before class – call 657-278-3407.  Admission to the Arboretum is free.
• Super Pet Adoption Event at the Irvine Animal Care Center.  Over 800 adoptable animals, low-cost microchipping, free veterinary and dog trainer advice, and more. $1 admission fee.  10 am – 4 pm
• “Make It and Take It” crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  10 am – noon.
• “Rev Up for Fun” at the Disney Store (check link for your local store).  Celebrate the release of “Cars 2″ every Saturday in June.  Events begin at 10:30 am.  ”Undercover Adventure”.  Minimum age of 3.
• Westminster Library Family Storytime – 10:30 am.  All ages welcome.
• Family Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am.  Stories and crafts for kids age 3 – 7 and their favorite grownups.
• Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning Stores in Laguna Hills and Fountain Valley.  11 am – 3 pm.  View link for more information.
• Kidgits Super Duper Mini Chefs event at the The Shops in Mission Viejo.  Free event to teach kids about the fun of food through hands-on culinary activities.  Food-related art and crafts, free apron, bring canned goods for food drive.  10 am – Noon in the center court.
• Concerts in the Park at Civic Center Green in Cypress – Cypress Orchestra (Pops).  6 pm.
• Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Cars”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.
• Caspers Campfire Program at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 pm.  Join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about the park – may include slideshow, wilderness safety, children’s activities and games,  animal adaptations, live animals or a chance to visit the nature center.  $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).

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• Caspers Nature Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 am.  Join a ranger for an easy 1-mile hike.  Appropriate for all ages. $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).
• Free Second Sundays at Orange County Art Museum in Newport Beach.  ”Abstract Expressions”  Head over from 11 am – 4 pm for a day of crafts and artistic fun.
• Free Concerts at OC Marketplace in Costa Mesa.  Noon and 2 pm.  Hollywood U2 (U2 Tribute)
• “Make It and Take It” crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  1 – 3 pm.
• Surfin’ Sundays Concert Series in Huntington Beach.  The Nocturnes from 1-4 pm at the Surfing Museum back lot.
• Sunset at the Zoo at the Santa Ana Zoo.  5:30 – 7:30 pm.  Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening of live music, coffee and dessert, train rides and animals.

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• Toddler Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Morning Storytime at the El Modena Library in Orange.  10:30 – 11 am, children ages 5 and under.
• Toddler Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  11 am – stories, songs and snacks for babies and toddlers.
• Preschool Storytime at the Garden Grove Library.  11:30 – noon, for kids age 3 1/2 – 6.

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• Books & Babies at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10 – 10:30 am, for babies age 6 – 24 months.
• Morning Storytime at the Taft Library in Orange.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 5 and under.
• Toddler Storytime at Villa Park Library.  10:30 am in the City Council chambers.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library – 11:15 am.  For kids age 3-6 with adult participation.  Stories, rhymes and crafts.
• Preschool Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  1:15 pm, for kids ages 3 1/2 – 5 who can attend on their own.
• Family Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  2 pm – stories, songs, snacks and crafts.
• Award-Winning Book Club at the Brea Library.  3:30 – 4:30 pm, for kids in Grades 3-8.  Come discuss major award winning books.  A new book will be discussed every 2 weeks.
• Surf City Nights Street Fair in Huntington Beach.  5 – 9 pm.  Farmer’s Market, children’s activities, entertainment and more.
• “Make It and Take It” crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  6 – 8 pm.
• Pajama Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  7 pm, for all ages.  No advance signup required.
• Family Storytime at the La Palma Libary.  6:30 – 7:30 pm.  Stories, craft, snack and a free book for each child.

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• Toddler Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  9:30 – 10 am and 10:30 – 11 am, stories and songs for kids age 2-3.  No older siblings, please.
• Toddler Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids ages 1 – 3
• Books and Babies at the Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months
• Books and Babies at the Balboa Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months.
• Toddler Storytime at the Orange Public Library. 10:30 am.  Ages Newborn – 2.
• Preschool Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Storytime at Rascals to Rebels in Los Alamitos.  10:30 am, no registration required.
• Preschool Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids ages 3 – 5
• Toddler Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  11 – 11:30 am and 12 – 12:30 pm.  Bring children aged infant to 3 1/2 for stories, finger puppetry, and songs.
• Preschool and Toddler Storytime at the Westminster Library.  10:30 – ages 3-5.  11 – ages 1-3.  Stories, songs and crafts.
• Bilingual Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library.  11:30 am.  Stories and crafts in Spanish and English  For kids of all ages, no advance registration required.
• Grandparents and Books at the Oakview Library in Huntington Beach.  2 – 4 pm, come listen to a volunteer grandparent read stories.  All ages welcome
• Read to a Dog at the Brea Library.  6:30 pm, come read to Kibbles, Shoop and Roxy.
• Family Movie Night at the Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  Free program, kids and teens welcome.  6:30 pm.  Tickets available 30 minutes prior to show.

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• Toddler Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Little Naturalists Program at the Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach.  Class for ages kids 3-5 and their adult friends from 10 – 11 am. $5 per child, adult participation required.  Register (required) by calling 949-645-8489 or email lori@encenter.org.
• Preschool Storytime at the Orange Public Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2 -3.
• Tideland Tykes at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 10:30 – 11:30 am.  For kids age 2-8, activities may include crafts, storytelling, guided nature hike or hands-on activities.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Storytime at the Tustin Library.  For kids ages up to 5 and their parents.  11 am and 3 pm.
• Korean Family Storytime at Heritage Library in Irvine.  4 – 5 pm in the Community Room.
• “Make It and Take It” FREE crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  6 – 8 pm.
• Family Game Night at the Aliso Viejo Library.  6:30 – 8:30 pm.
• Family Reading Night at the Tustin Library.  7 pm, for families with at least one child under age 5 (older siblings welcome.)  Stories, songs, crafts, and a free book for each child.

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• Tot Walk at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park in Laguna Beach.  9 – 10 am.  For babies to 3 years old.  Outdoor exploration with park volunteers.  $2 per person event fee, parking $5.
• Lake Stroll at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park in Laguna Beach.  9 – 11:30 am.  Leisurely 2-mile guided hike.  $2 per person event fee, parking $5. Ages 10 and up, please.
• Art-A-Faire in Huntington Beach.  Located at the Pier Plaza.  Unique, handmade gifts and crafts.  10 am.
• “What’s for Lunch” Toddler Program at the OC Zoo in Orange.  10 – 11 am.  Activities and crafts for kids age 3-4.  Event fee – $5 per child.  Parking fee – $3.  Registration required – call Marcy Crede-Booth at 714-973-6847
• Wild Tales at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 11 am – noon.  For kids age 2-8.  Begin with a story followed by crafts and an outdoor nature walk.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Toddler Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2-3, no older siblings, please.
• Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Kung Fu Panda”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.
• Movies in the Park at Lantern Bay Park in Dana Point.  ”Shrek Forever After”.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments for sale and glow necklaces for $1 to benefit the adopt-a-family program.  Movie begins at 8 pm.

18th -

• “Make It and Take It” FREE crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  10 am – noon.
• Kidgits Super Duper Mini Chefs event at the Laguna Hills Mall.  Free event to teach kids about the fun of food through hands-on culinary activities.  Food-related art and crafts, free apron, bring canned goods for food drive.  10 am – Noon in the center court.
• “Rev Up for Fun” at the Disney Store (check link for your local store).  Celebrate the release of “Cars 2″ every Saturday in June.  Events begin at 10:30 am.  ”City of Lights, City of Speed”.  Minimum age of 3.
• Family Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am.  Stories and crafts for kids age 3 – 7 and their favorite grownups.
• Westminster Library Family Storytime – 10:30 am.  All ages welcome.
• Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning Stores in Laguna Hills and Fountain Valley.  11 am – 3 pm.  View link for more information.
• Kidgits Super Duper Mini Chefs event at the Brea Mall.  Free event to teach kids about the fun of food through hands-on culinary activities.  Food-related art and crafts, free apron, bring canned goods for food drive.  Noon in the center court.
• Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Horton Hears a Who”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.
• Concerts in the Park at Civic Center Green in Cypress – Southland Mega Groove (Music of California).  6 pm.
• Caspers Campfire Program at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 pm.  Join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about the park – may include slideshow, wilderness safety, children’s activities and games,  animal adaptations, live animals or a chance to visit the nature center.  $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).

19th -

• HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
• Caspers Nature Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 am.  Join a ranger for an easy 1-mile hike.  Appropriate for all ages.  $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).
• Free Concerts at OC Marketplace in Costa Mesa.  Noon and 2 pm.  Rod Piazza and the Mighty Flyers.

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• Morning Storytime at the El Modena Library in Orange.  10:30 – 11 am, children ages 5 and under.
• Toddler Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  11 am – stories, songs and snacks for babies and toddlers.
• Karate with Zack at the Brea Library.  11 am, for elementary aged kids.  Karate demonstration and class.
• Preschool Storytime at the Garden Grove Library.  11:30 – noon, for kids age 3 1/2 – 6.
• Read to a Therapy Dog at the Katie Wheeler Library in Irvine – 4:30 – 5:30 pm.  Come put your name on the list to read to Onyx the therapy dog.  For beginning readers.
• Pajama Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library.  Wear your jammies and join the Sunshine Readers at 7 pm.

21st -

• $1 Kids Movies at participating Regal Cinema Theatres.  Click HERE for locations and movies.
• Books & Babies at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10 – 10:30 am, for babies age 6 – 24 months.
• Morning Storytime at the Taft Library in Orange.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 5 and under.
• “Make It and Take It” FREE crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  11 am – 2 pm.
• Preschool Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  1:15 pm, for kids ages 3 1/2 – 5 who can attend on their own.
• Family Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  2 pm – stories, songs, snacks and crafts.
• Award-Winning Book Club at the Brea Library.  3:30 – 4:30 pm, for kids in Grades 3-8.  Come discuss major award winning books.  A new book will be discussed every 2 weeks.
• Surf City Nights Street Fair in Huntington Beach.  5 – 9 pm.  Farmer’s Market, children’s activities, entertainment and more.
• Family Storytime at the La Palma Libary.  6:30 – 7:30 pm.  Stories, craft, snack and a free book for each child.
• Pajama Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  7 pm, for all ages.  No advance signup required.

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• Toddler Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  9:30 – 10 am and 10:30 – 11 am, stories and songs for kids age 2-3.  No older siblings, please.
• Toddler Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids ages 1 – 3
• Toddler Storytime at the Orange Public Library. 10:30 am.  Ages Newborn – 2.
• $1 Kids Movies at participating Regal Cinema Theatres.  Click HERE for locations and movies.
• Books and Babies at the Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months
• Books and Babies at the Balboa Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months.
• Preschool Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids ages 3 – 5
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Preschool and Toddler Storytime at the Westminster Library.  10:30 – ages 3-5.  11 – ages 1-3.  Stories, songs and crafts.
• Toddler Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  11 – 11:30 am and 12 – 12:30 pm.  Bring children aged infant to 3 1/2 for stories, finger puppetry, and songs.
• Bilingual Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library.  11:30 am.  Stories and crafts in Spanish and English  For kids of all ages, no advance registration required.
• Grandparents and Books at the Oakview Library in Huntington Beach.  2 – 4 pm, come listen to a volunteer grandparent read stories.  All ages welcome
• PAWS to Read at the Villa Park Library.  Come in at 4 pm and read to Wally the Basset Hound.
• Read to a Dog at the Brea Library.  6:30 pm, come read to Kibbles, Shoop and Roxy.
• Concerts in the Park at Peppertree Park in Tustin – Stone Soul (Soul and Motown).  6-8 pm.
• Family Movie Night at the Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  Free program, kids and teens welcome.  6:30 pm.  Tickets available 30 minutes prior to show.
• Concerts in the Park at Boiserranc Park in Buena Park – Raymond Michael (Elvis Tribute).  7-9 pm.

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• Toddler Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2-3, no older siblings, please.
• Tideland Tykes at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 10:30 – 11:30 am.  For kids age 2-8, activities may include crafts, storytelling, guided nature hike or hands-on activities.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Preschool Storytime at the Orange Public Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2 -3.
• Summer Safety Class at the Brea Library.  Come learn all about summer safety from a park ranger.  11 am
• “Make It and Take It” FREE crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  11 am – 2 pm.
• Storytime at the Tustin Library.  For kids ages up to 5 and their parents.  11 am and 3 pm.
• Curious Chemistry Class at the Stanton Library.  Come in at 3 pm to learn all about chemistry.  For kids age 6 and up, advance signup required.  Call 714-898-3302.
• Bayside Buddies at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 3:30 – 4:30 pm.  For kids age 2-8, activities may include crafts, storytelling, guided nature hike or hands-on activities.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Korean Family Storytime at Heritage Library in Irvine.  4 – 5 pm in the Community Room.

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• Little Naturalists Program at the Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach.  Class for ages kids 3-5 and their adult friends from 10 – 11 am. $5 per child, adult participation required.  Register (required) by calling 949-645-8489 or email lori@encenter.org.
• Art-A-Faire in Huntington Beach.  Located at the Pier Plaza.  Unique, handmade gifts and crafts.  10 am.
• Under the Sea” Toddler Program at the OC Zoo in Orange.  10 – 11 am.  Activities and crafts for kids age 3-4.  Event fee – $5 per child.  Parking fee – $3.  Registration required – call Marcy Crede-Booth at 714-973-6847
• Wild Tales at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 11 am – noon.  For kids age 2-8.  Begin with a story followed by crafts and an outdoor nature walk.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• St. Paul’s Greek Festival in Irvine.  5-10 pm.  Food, entertainment, crafts, carnival rides, and more.  For more information, click HERE
• Movies on the Beach at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach. “Wall-E”.  Bring your lawn chairs.  Free admission, parking $10.  Movie begins at sunset.
• Movies in the Park at Lantern Bay Park in Dana Point.  ”Despicable Me”.  Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments for sale and glow necklaces for $1 to benefit the adopt-a-family program.  Movie begins at 8 pm.

25th -

• “Art in the Park” arts festival at Mariners Park in Newport Beach.  8 am – 5 pm.  Original arts and handmade goods for sale.
• Caspers Weed Warrior Work Day at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  9 am – 1 pm.  Help restore native habitat by removing invasive plants.  Appropriate for all ages.  Free parking, lunch provided.  RSVP to Cindi Morgan at 949-923-2207 or cindi.morgan@ocparks.com
• Summer Story Walk at the Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach.  Free, self-guided walk for families anytime between 10 am – 3 pm.  Follow the nature trail by reading book pages posted at stations along the way.
• Westminster Library Family Storytime – 10:30 am.  All ages welcome.
• Family Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am.  Stories and crafts for kids age 3 – 7 and their favorite grownups.
• “Rev Up for Fun” at the Disney Store (check link for your local store).  Celebrate the release of “Cars 2″ every Saturday in June.  11 am – 1:30 pm. “Secret Agent Escapade”.  Minimum age of 3.
• “Make It and Take It” FREE crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  11 am – 2 pm
• St. Paul’s Greek Festival in Irvine.  12-10 pm.  Food, entertainment, crafts, carnival rides, and more.  For more information, click HERE
• Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning Stores in Laguna Hills and Fountain Valley.  11 am – 3 pm.  View link for more information.
• Caspers Campfire Program at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 pm.  Join a ranger for an hour of fun and learning about the park – may include slideshow, wilderness safety, children’s activities and games,  animal adaptations, live animals or a chance to visit the nature center.  $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).
• Summer Reading Program begins at the Newport Beach Public Library.

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• Caspers Nature Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano.  8 – 9 am.  Join a ranger for an easy 1-mile hike.  Appropriate for all ages. $5 parking fee, free admission (camping not required).
• St. Paul’s Greek Festival in Irvine.  12 – 9 pm.  Food, entertainment, crafts, carnival rides, and more.  For more information, click HERE
• Summer Concert Series at Heritage Park in Dana Point - Bella Donna (Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac Tribute).  4:30 – 6 pm.
• Sunset at the Zoo at the Santa Ana Zoo.  5:30 – 7:30 pm.  Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening of live music, coffee and dessert, train rides and animals.
• Concerts in the Park at Grant Howald Park in Newport Beach.  The Showcase Singers.  6 pm.

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• Toddler Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Helen Murphy Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  11 am – stories, songs and snacks for babies and toddlers.
• Sidewalk Chalk Art at the Foothill Ranch Library.  11 am, come decorate the patio and front walkway of the library with chalk art.  Come in afterwards to sign up for the summer reading program beginning July 2nd.
• Preschool Storytime at the Garden Grove Library.  11:30 – noon, for kids age 3 1/2 – 6.
• Face Painting at Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  3-4 pm, for kids of all ages.
• Pajama Storytime at the Dana Point Library.  Wear your jammies and come listen to the Sunshine Readers at 7 pm.

28th -

• Books & Babies at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10 – 10:30 am, for babies age 6 – 24 months.
• Morning Storytime at the Taft Library in Orange.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 5 and under.
• Allen Oshiro Magic Show at the Newport Beach Public Library.  10 – 11 am, for kids of all ages.
• “Make It and Take It” crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  11 am – 2 pm
• $1 Kids Movies at participating Regal Cinema Theatres.  Click HERE for locations and movies.
• Preschool Storytime at the Los Alamitos/Rossmoor Library.  11:30 am.  Stories, songs and a craft for kids ages 2-5.
• Preschool Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  1:15 pm, for kids ages 3 1/2 – 5 who can attend on their own.
• Family Storytime at Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  2 pm – stories, songs, snacks and crafts.
• Award-Winning Book Club at the Brea Library.  3:30 – 4:30 pm, for kids in Grades 3-8.  Come discuss major award winning books.  A new book will be discussed every 2 weeks.
• Drop-in craft at the Garden Grove Library.  Ages 4-12, from 4-6 pm.  Come in for a fun and easy craft.
• Surf City Nights Street Fair in Huntington Beach.  5 – 9 pm.  Farmer’s Market, children’s activities, entertainment and more.
• Pajama Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  7 pm, for all ages.  No advance signup required.
• Family Storytime at the La Palma Libary.  6:30 – 7:30 pm.  Stories, craft, snack and a free book for each child.

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• Toddler Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  9:30 – 10 am and 10:30 – 11 am, stories and songs for kids age 2-3.  No older siblings, please.
• Toddler Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids ages 1 – 3
• Preschool Storytime at the Main Street Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids ages 3 – 5
• $1 Kids Movies at participating Regal Cinema Theatres.  Click HERE for locations and movies.
• Toddler Storytime at the Orange Public Library. 10:30 am.  Ages Newborn – 2.
• Books and Babies at the Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months
• Books and Babies at the Balboa Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for babies ages 6 – 24 months.
• Preschool Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• “Make It and Take It” FREE crafting event at Michael’s at The District in Tustin.  11 am – 2 pm
• Preschool and Toddler Storytime at the Westminster Library.  10:30 am – ages 3-5.  11 am – ages 1-3.  Stories, songs and crafts.
• Toddler Storytime at the Aliso Viejo Library.  11 – 11:30 am and 12 – 12:30 pm.  Bring children aged infant to 3 1/2 for stories, finger puppetry, and songs.
• Bilingual Storytime at the San Juan Capistrano Library.  11:30 am.  Stories and crafts in Spanish and English  For kids of all ages, no advance registration required.
• Allen Oshiro Magic Show at the Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  2 – 3 pm and 4-5 pm.  All ages welcome.
• Grandparents and Books at the Oakview Library in Huntington Beach.  2 – 4 pm, come listen to a volunteer grandparent read stories.  All ages welcome
• Anime and Origami Club at the Stanton Library.  4 – 5:45 pm.  Screen an anime film while making a new origami design.  Suitable for older kids and teens
• Concerts in the Park at Peppertree Park in Tustin – Ronny & the Classics (50’s, 60’s, Swing).  6-8 pm.
• Concerts in the Park at Boiserranc Park in Buena Park – Ladies of Motown.  7-9 pm.
• Read to a Dog at the Brea Library.  6:30 pm, come read to Kibbles, Shoop and Roxy.
• Family Movie Night at the Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library.  Free program, kids and teens welcome.  6:30 pm.  Tickets available 30 minutes prior to show.

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• Toddler Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  10 am, for kids 1 – 3.
• Preschool Storytime at Banning Library in Huntington Beach.  11 am, for kids 3 – 5.
• “Animal Art” Program for kids at the OC Zoo in Orange.  10 – 11 am.  Activities and crafts for kids ages 5-8.  Event fee – $5 per child.  Parking fee – $3.  Registration required – call Marcy Crede-Booth at 714-973-6847
• Preschool Storytime at the Orange Public Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at the CDM Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2-3, no older siblings, please.
• Tideland Tykes at the Muth Interpretive Center in Newport Beach from 10:30 – 11:30 am.  For kids age 2-8, activities may include crafts, storytelling, guided nature hike or hands-on activities.  $5 per child fee, registration is required.  Call 949-923-2275 or email unbic@ocparks.com to register.
• Preschool Storytime at the Central Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 3 – 5.
• Toddler Storytime at Mariners Library in Newport Beach.  10:30 am, for kids age 2 -3.
• Preschool Storytime at the San Clemente Library.  10:30 – 11 am, for kids aged 3-5.  Children attend on their own while parents remain in the library. Advance registration required.
• Storytime at the Tustin Library.  For kids ages up to 5 and their parents.  11 am and 3 pm.
• Ice Cream Social and Summer Reading Program kickoff at the Stanton Library.  4 pm.
• Korean Family Storytime at Heritage Library in Irvine.  4 – 5 pm in the Community Room.