Consider starting your weekend this Saturday by attending Game Day at the Hunt Branch Library, or hike through the Red Rock Wilderness.
On Sunday, consider visiting Heritage House in Mission Viejo, or enjoy nature journaling under a full moon.
This is just a handful of the many free events and activities happening throughout Orange County — funded by public tax dollars.
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Here are a few noteworthy free events happening this weekend.
Saturday, August 17
Game Day at the Hunt Branch Library
All ages are welcome to Game Day at the Hunt. Play card games, social deduction games, board games and other games.
When: 9:o0 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 201 S Basque Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 738-6365
[Read: Mid-Century Fullerton Library Restored to Former Glory]
Teen and Adult Sewing Workshop
Teens ages 14+ and adults are invited to bring personal sewing projects, or start a new project, at the Laguna Niguel Branch Library.
Registration is required, and can be done by emailing or calling the library.
When: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 30341 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at ocpl.lagunaniguel@occr.ocgov.com or by calling the library at (949) 249-5252
Wilderness Access Day
Explore 8 miles of trails in the Red Rock Wilderness during a Wilderness Access Day.
Registration in advance is required.
When: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Augustine Staging Area, 5524 Santiago Canyon Road, Silverado, CA
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at irvineranchopenspace@ocparks.com or info@irconservancy.org
[Read: OC Parks Unveils Red Rock Wilderness For Public Access]
Sunday, August 18
Hike in Limestone Canyon
Hike 6 miles from the Portola staging area to the West Sinks in OC Parks’ Limestone Canyon.
Registration is required.
When: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: 13333 Black Star Canyon Rd., Silverado, CA 92676
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at irvineranchopenspace@ocparks.com or info@irconservancy.org
Learn About Mission Viejo History
Learn about the City of Mission Viejo’s history at the open house of Heritage House, a collection of local history located in Melinda Park.
The museum was established in 2003 to educate the public about the city’s history.
When: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: 28951 Melinda Road, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Cost: Free
For questions, please contact (949) 470-8488 or localhistory@cityofmissionviejo.org
Nature Journaling at Night
Go nature journaling under a full moon in the Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park.
Attendees are asked to bring a soft light or red-tinted flashlight as a light source, their own journal and art materials. A portable chair is also recommended, along with warm layers, water and snacks.
Registration is required.
When: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 13333 Black Star Canyon Rd., Silverado, CA 92676
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at irvineranchopenspace@ocparks.com or info@irconservancy.org
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