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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS…

 

HOME LIGHTING CONTEST

Deadline: 12/3/21 @ 5pm
Preliminary Judging: 12/5/21 & 12/6/21. Final Judging: 12/8/21

CLICK HERE For Holiday Lights Tour Driving Directions (.pdf Printable)

All Mission Viejo residents are encouraged to brighten their neighborhood and share the holiday spirit by competing in the annual Holiday Lighting Contest. Winners will receive prizes in addition to the “Winner Sign” for their front yard and a photo.

Videos and photos shot and edited by David Clark
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SANTA’S WORKSHOP

Saturday and Sunday Only, 12/4 – 12/19 2021, 6:00- 8:00 PM
Civic Center Plaza, 200 Civic Center Drive, Mission Viejo

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Jolly Ol’ Santa Claus will plan several return visits to his Workshop. Along with Mrs. Claus and the elves, Santa will greet all visitors with a cheerful, Ho! Ho! Ho! and a peppermint candy cane. You are welcome to take pictures of your visit.


RUDOLPH’S RINK

12/6/21 – 12/13/21
Civic Center Plaza, 200 Civic Center Drive, Mission Viejo

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We invite all to come out and enjoy this new “one week only” event. All are welcome to sit back, relax, enjoy a warm fire and take in the Holiday ambiance whether you skate or not. A “Christmas Café” for your pleasure will be open to purchase  hot beverages, nibbles or water.  Glow in the dark items will be available for purchase to delight the little ones. Skating can be a family fun activity. 40-minute sessions will begin on the hour. Skate rental is $10.00. A signed waiver is required for each participant (skaters under the age of 18 years must have a parental signature).

Helmets are not provided at the rink but participants may bring them from home. Cash will be accepted at the event and a $1.00 Service Charge will be added to all credit card payments.

**Please note Rudolph’s Rink is a “Synthetic Skate Rink” that allows one and all to have the opportunity to skate outdoors in Southern California.

 

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Pam Pedego, Regency

Pam Pedego, Regency

RUDOLPH’S RINK EVENT SPONSORS

Hick’s Insurance

Venture Pacific Insurance


For Sponsorship opportunities please contact Elizabeth Figarsky Administrative Assistant City of Mission Viejo Recreation and Community Services efigarsky@cityofmissionviejo.org 949-470-3061


 

LETTERS TO SANTA

11/28 – 12/20 2021
Civic Center Plaza, 200 Civic Center Drive, Mission Viejo

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Santa promises to answer every holiday wish list deposited in the mailbox next to his Workshop between November 29th and December 21st. The Big Guy will personally respond to the delight of adults and children alike. Make sure to get your letter off early and print names and addresses clearly.


 

 
 
 
 
 

2018 MVAC Outstanding Volunteer Awards

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Congratulations to the recipients of the MVAC Outstanding Volunteer Awards for 2018  (left to right):  Larry G – Rookie of the Year, Anna B – Member of the Year, Jaden E. – Youth Member of the Year, and Omar F. – Ben Gherman Award. Thank you for your service to the Mission Viejo Activities Committee and to the City of Mission Viejo.

Irish Fest – March 16

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When: Saturday, March 16th, 2019, 11 AM – 3 PM
Where: Village Green at Oso Viejo Park, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA
Admission: FREE

Mission Viejo is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day! Entertainment will feature OC’s renowned Irish band Cillian’s Bridge, a lively sheep herding demonstration by SoCal Herding, and bungee jumping for the bravest among us, along with crafts and games for the kids. Delicious Irish (and not so Irish) food, including beer and wine, will be available for purchase. We will also have many free crafts and games.

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OUR SPONSORS

Pot of Gold

Shamrock

Leprechaun

ENTERTAINMENT

Event Time Website
Cillian’s Bridge 11:15-12:00 http://www.cilliansbridge.com/
So Cal Herding 11:30 – 12:00 http://www.socalherding.com
BFOC Irish Dance 12:00 -12:20 http://www.fearon-oconnor.com/
Cillian’s Bridge 12:30-1:30 http://www.cilliansbridge.com/
So Cal Herding 1:30 – 2:00 http://www.socalherding.com
BFOC Irish Dance 1:30 – 1:50 http://www.fearon-oconnor.com/
Cillian’s Bridge  2:00-2:45 http://www.cilliansbridge.com/

Photos from Irish Festival 2018

Santa’s Workshop and Other Things To Do

Santa’s Workshop

When: November 28 – December 19, 2018, 6 – 8 PM (Wed/Sat/Sun only)
Nov 28, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 5, Dec 8, Dec 9, Dec 12, Dec 15, Dec 16, Dec 19

Thanks for coming out to visit with Santa. He will see you all again next year!

Where: Civic Center Plaza, 200 Civic Center Drive, Mission Viejo

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Jolly Ol’ Santa Claus will plan several return visits to his Workshop. Along with Mrs. Claus and the elves, Santa will greet all visitors with a cheerful, Ho! Ho! Ho! and a peppermint candy cane. You are welcome to take pictures of your visit.


Home Lighting Contest Winners

Our 2018 Winners have been announced. Thank you all who participated in this annual fun event. Click below for driving directions to winning homes and neighborhoods.

CLICK HERE For Holiday Lights Tour Driving Directions (Phone or Computer)

CLICK HERE For Holiday Lights Tour Driving Directions (.pdf Printable)

Past Home lighting Contest Winners


Letters to Santa

When: November 25 – December 19, 2018
Where: Civic Center Plaza, 200 Civic Center Drive, Mission Viejo

SANTASLETTERS1Santa promises to answer every letter deposited between November 26 and December 20 in the mailbox in front of his Workshop.
Bring your letters to Santa and the Big Guy will personally respond to the delight of adults and children alike. Make sure to get your letter off early so that Santa has plenty of time to get your list memorized. Be sure to print names and addresses clearly.

Holocaust Survivor Symposium

Mission Viejo Activities Committee Youth Group Presents:

A Holocaust Survivor Symposium
Guest Speaker: Hetty Nihom

September 27th at 6pm

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Norman P. Murray Center – Sycamore Room A
24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo 92692

About MVAC

The Mission Viejo Activities Committee is made up of Mission Viejo residents and business owners who are working together to make the community and the entire South County a better place in which to live, work and play.
The committee is a non-profit, volunteer, civic organization that promotes and carries out community service activities for the benefit of the citizens of Mission Viejo, CA. The group of volunteers has duly elected officers and subcommittees to plan, promote and facilitate each of the many annual functions.

Any resident or business person within the city of Mission Viejo or the surrounding area is welcome to join and participate. There are no dues or fees. You will be welcomed and informed of the many opportunities to put your talents to work making this a better and more enjoyable community.

In addition to our adult volunteers, MVAC also has a Youth Group which participates in all MVAC events. Youth Group volunteers must be between the ages of 10-17. MVAC is a very family oriented organization and encourages parents to join and participate in all events with their children.

Get Ready…The July 4th Street Faire Will Soon Be Here!

Join us for fun on the 4th of July! The Mission Viejo Activities Committee will hold the Annual Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular on Olympiad between Marguerite and Melinda. The fun begins at 12:00 noon with live entertainment on the Main Stage and youth bands performing on our Freedom Stage. There will be rides for the kiddies to enjoy. Food and Game Booths operated by local service groups will be available to delight your taste buds and bring fun and laughter to the little ones. There will also be over 30 booths with wonderful craft and gift ideas. Admission is FREE with tickets being sold for games and rides.. For your convenience, a free shuttle will operate from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

CLICK HERE FOR THE DAY’S EVENTS

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