“Jesus has been the greatest help! I always make sure I email/ go to him when needing help with something. He explains everything thoroughly, has the best energy, is so polite, professional, patient, and helpful with everything I’ve ever gone to him with. Thank you, Jesus, and good job for hiring an incredible employee!”
“We bought our tickets on line, parking wasn't too bad as we arrived at 9:30, parking cost was hourly @2.50. Line to get in got pretty long but we were in the beginning of it. I went straight to the pottery and put myself on the list, they had a cancellation and I got right in. I loved "throwing a bowl" it was so much fun, watched "Muffin" blow some glass, she was working a heart that was for a senior that her husband passed away and was provided some of the husbands ashes and added them to the glass, it was so beautiful. I will provide a picture of her card so you can check out her work. It was so awesome to watch this process. The hot cocoa was so delicious it had some extra cinnamon and was amazing. Lived looking around at the artists creations! Magic show and pictures with Santa. We plan to come every year and make it an annual seasonal trip. I recommend this event to anyone!”
“Lovely place with incredible produce and flowers. The quality of the cafe food is unmatched, and it's such a beautiful and welcoming outdoor atmosphere. Everything we've tried from baked goods & jams, to breakfast sandwiches & tacos have been wonderful. It's certainly not cheap (so beware if you're on a budget), but I'm always happy to support this place!”
“Never underestimate the simplicity of a make- up sponge and a Q-Tip and some paint & canvas
A layer is not to cover up a layer but to learn & grow from each layer to bring light into the movement of growth as I enter the next Journey life will guide me through.”
“Our family has been attending shows as well as performing in productions here for the last three years. Each year the theater puts on at least six different family-friendly musicals. It is true community theater in which people of all ages and skill levels can come together to put on productions. As an audience member, I appreciate the small, intimate feel — any seat in the theater is a great seat. As a parent of performers, I love being able to watch my kids develop their skills, make new friends, and have fun (and occasionally I join my kids on stage, too!). My children can participate in these productions for a fraction of the cost that a traditional youth-only theater might be and they have grown so much as performers.”
“Awesome organization. Friendly people and wonderful examples of people who love volunteering to benefit the community. I recently volunteered at the Elk Ladies Fashion Show which is so popular within the community that tickets sold out in record time! Everyone was happy and worked together as a team. I highly recommend this organization.”
“A little unorganized in areas, but good prices. A great store for those who like to rummage through books, clothes, and such. Many historical finds were found this way ?”
“My wife and I would come here back in the early 90s before we moved away. We would come and visit the cats and play with them. Our favorite was Romeo who was a huge orange lover boy, we miss him....”
“I’ve found Mercy to be a treasure chest full of amazing and unique items at a fraction of original retail prices, and by far less than the average local OC thrift stores. The staff members are both friendly and affable. The store is well organized and tidy! It is my favorite go to!?”
10AM - 6:30PM
1304 Calle Valle, San Clemente
Community Services Non Profits
“I am beyond thankful for this Boys and Girls Club! The adults who run this organization are truly caring and dedicated to the children. My son has such a wonderful time here, and it gives me incredible peace of mind knowing he's in good hands with people who genuinely care about his well-being.
This place is an absolute gem in our community! From their fantastic (and affordable) summer camp and sports programs to the reliable after-school care, they offer an invaluable resource for families in our community.”
“Chris was great, and helped me learn all about permits and licensing requirements. Mark was awesome and came in the nick of time for his inspection to prevent a worker from damaging my window frames, and showed him what he shouldn't be doing.”
“Leaving a review on an experience from almost 25 years ago:
Van Gogh Elementary School would take the 4th graders on a field trip to the San Juan Capistrano Mission and then they would bring them here to camp for the night. The amount of fun we had on this trip has stuck with me all these years. I don't remember it being a Christian camp but I'm happy to see fellow believers were responsible for all these kids and how God worked through them to give us a safe and fun time at this camp.
Here's what I do remember from the trip: shopping at a general store with a certain budget, searching for gold in a creek, grinding corn into corn flour, being surprised by kids drinking milk during dinner, and a late night bathroom trip where we saw a pair of gold, shining eyes staring at us through the bushes.”
10AM - 4PM
29 Hubble, Irvine
Community Services Non Profits
“Our pass is 100% worth it! We are here weekly now that I am a stay at home mom. I love how affordable this place is and how they give back to the community. There are a ton of cultural events throughout the year as well”
“I don’t even have the words to describe how grateful we are for Christina. I have truly never met someone so positive, kind, and genuine. She helped our family through one of the hardest times in our lives with such grace and compassion.
After I became disabled from a spinal condition and both my husband and I were laid off so we could care for our children, we didn’t know how we would make it. This program, and especially Christina, saved our family, our home, and gave us hope again.
Christina deserves to be recognized for the incredible work she does. She is the heart of this program and a blessing to every family she helps. We will never forget her kindness, and we hope one day to be in a position to give back and help others the way she helped us.”
“Sukyo MahiKari is a great place. Been a member for over three years. The people are kind and helpful and the teachings and light are incredible. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to expand their knowledge and experience more peace in their lives.”
“This ministry does so much good for our community and its people it’s incredible!I went to their annual Gala last night and was so impressed with everything about them. An extremely worthy cause!!!!”
“I always come here, the staff is always so unbelievably kind and caring. Joseph and Raph always greet me with a smile and ask me how I’m doing. They both so helpful and sweet and I enjoy chatting with them <3”
“Went for bingo night it was a great time. We had never been there before everybody was extremely outgoing and nice! Also had never played bingo at an official bingo hall everyone was more then willing to help explain the rules and diffrent games. I definitely recommend!But get there early because it was packed.”
10:30AM - 3:30PM
26200 Country Club Dr, Mission Viejo
Community Services Non Profits
“Mission Viejo Country Club is one of the hidden gems of South OC golf — a well-maintained private course with beautiful mature landscaping and mountain views that make every round memorable. I've had the pleasure of playing here with clients and the experience always impresses. The banquet facilities are top-notch for events as well. For buyers looking at Mission Viejo, proximity to a quality private country club is absolutely a lifestyle selling point that resonates. A true community asset.”
“We had a great experience working with Coastal German Shepherd Rescue! We are so grateful for the support in finding us the perfect fit for our family. Ubbe (Echo) has adjusted so well to his new family and is already fitting right in!
Update on Ubbe! He is 6 months old, and has become an amazing part of our family. He and my 2 year old son are best friends. Ubbe has been an extremely quick learner and has done fantastic in socialization with other dogs and people. Greatly appreciative of the support provided in adoption process. Would absolutely recommend to others!”
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
384 Legion St, Laguna Beach
Community Services Non Profits
“We saw Matilda. It was fantastic. The cast, set, and experience were wonderful. Parking is a challenge, but there is a school up the street, so park there and walk.”
“??❤️??? Amazing Hard working volunteer women, if you make a donation to this rescue, please make a donation towards to their fosters, you can write a check, Zelle or Venmo, to the rescue saying that you would like that the money that are you donating to them goes towards to their fosters in a little note. Fosters pays all supplies and food for their cats and kittens out of their pockets until all goes to their Furrever ?. Mostly all Rescues who have Fosters work as is, that's the only way Rescues could survive. ? Please Adopt don't Shop! Or if you can Open your door to a Foster kitty or Doggie Thank you. GBY.”
“My son goes to the Boys and Girls Club in Laguna Beach. He absolutely loves all the things it has to offer and the teammates who work there. Together they have made it an amazing experience for him!”
“LNCC is one of the best local chamber of commerces. They are very organized and supportive. There are monthly networking events in which you get chance to meet local business owners. I can’t imagine anyone has a small business in Laguna Niguel and don’t join them.”
“This place is awesome!!
My Daughter has béen going her for years. She gets mad when I tell her it's the weekend and its not open. That says a lot. Shout out to Karen and Chelsea”
“My son and I love go visit on Sundays! While we have not fostered through this organization, we love the work they do and their adoption events. If we were to adopt a dog, I would absolutely consider adopting through Doggie Bonez.”
“Always a great place for meetings, lunches, classes etc. Staff is warm and caring and the seniors always have a great time here!! The first Friday of each month is $5 lunch and dancing!! Super fun!!”
“Experience was good. Ongoing communications with staff after the pickup have been timely and very helpful. Records and medical 'To Do List' was very clear and easy to follow with instructions and vouchers for the services.”
“I was shopping for a unique decorative wall piece and found one for $7 on a Friday afternoon. Went to the checkout desk and was glad to learn that it was actually $3. Fantastic!”
“My daughter had a basketball game here, and while the address is correct, the Google Maps location name is wrong. It’s called The Pavilion.
What’s Actually Here:
• Indoor basketball court
• Outdoor basketball court
• Playground area
It’s a well-maintained space that’s perfect for youth sports and family gatherings if you have access.
Google Maps should update the name to reflect its true identity.”