Consider starting your weekend this Saturday by taking the kids to play board games at the Fullerton Public Library, or by attending a Native American dance and cultural presentation at Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library.
Weather permitting, consider starting the Sunday with a garden maintenance demonstration at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s Native Seed Farm.
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, April 6
Board Games at Fullerton Main Library
Take the kids to play a board game at Fullerton Main Library.
Beginner and experienced players are welcome.
When: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: 353 W. Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA, 92832
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 738-6333
Native American Cultural Presentation
Attend a Native American dance performance at the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library.
When: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: 1855 Park Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (949) 646-8845
Outdoor Evening of Jazz
Enjoy an evening of jazz at the Potocki Center for the Arts. Listen to the Brian Watson Quartet play standards and other popular songs.
Registration is required and closes at 5:00 p.m. on April 6.
When: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: 27301 La Paz Rd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (949) 493-1752
Sunday, April 7
Garden Maintenance Demonstration
Join OC Parks staff for a garden maintenance demonstration at the Irvine Ranch Conservancy’s Native Seed Farm.
Registration is required.
When: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Where: 13333 Black Star Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA 92676
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at (714) 508-4757
Lego Mania at La Habra Library
All ages are welcome to play with legos at the La Habra Library every Sunday.
When: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 221 E La Habra Blvd, La Habra, CA 90631
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 526-7728 or (562) 694-0078
Basic Tech Help at Irvine University Park Library
For adults needing assistance with using technology, Irvine University Park Library is hosting a Basic Tech Help workshop.
Attendees are welcome to bring their own laptop, or use one at the library.
When: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: 4512 Sandburg Way, Irvine, CA 92612
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (949) 786-4001
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