Consider starting your weekend this Saturday by visiting the Placentia Library’s makerspace with the kids, or by attending a workshop on citrus canning at the Rancho Santa Margarita Library.
On Sunday, hike with your dog in the Upper Newport Bay, or watch a screening of “A League of Their Own” at the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library.
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.
North Orange County
Learn to Crochet
Teens and adults are welcome to a crochet class at the Canyon Hills Branch Library in Anaheim. Materials will be provided to crochet a dish cloth, but attendees are welcome to bring their own materials.
When: March 29, 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 400 Scout Trail, Anaheim, CA 92807
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 765-6444
Makerspace Open Hours
Work on a creative project at the Placentia Library’s Hangar Makerspace, featuring various crafting projects.
When: March 29, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: 411 E. Chapman Ave, Placentia CA 92870
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 528-1906
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First Aid Presentation
Learn about emergency preparedness from Sunny Hills High School’s First Responders Club at the Fullerton Public Library’s main branch. First aid kits will be available for the first 20 families in attendance.
When: March 29, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: 353 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, CA, US, 92832
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 738-6326
Central Orange County
Math-Themed Event
Children ages 4+ and their caregivers are welcome to learn about animals and math concepts through themed crafts and activities. Adventures in Living Science will be providing a live animal show.
When: March 29, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: 5331 Orange Ave., Cypress, CA 90630
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 826-0350
Bilingual Storytime
Take the kids to hear songs and stories in Spanish at the Garden Grove Main Library. The storytime is followed by a craft.
When: March 29, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: 11200 Stanford Ave., Garden Grove, CA 92840
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 530-0711
Movie at the Library
Enjoy a screening of the 1992 film “A League of Their Own” based on the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League at the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library.
When: March 30, 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: 1855 Park Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library (949) 646-8845
Coastal Orange County
Lego Mania
All ages are welcome to play with Legos at the Seal Beach Library.
When: March 29, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 707 Electric Ave., Seal Beach, CA 90740
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (562) 431-3584
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Teenagers ages 13-18 are welcome to the Oak View Branch Library in Huntington Beach to play Dungeons & Dragons, a tabletop roleplaying game.
Registration is required.
When: March 29, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: 17251 Oak Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 375-5068
Hike With Your Dog
Take a 3-mile walk with your dog through the Upper Newport Bay.
Registration is required.
When: March 30, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 2301 University Dr., Newport Beach, CA 92660
Cost: Free
For more details, contact Resource Specialist Emma Arago at emma.arago@ocparks.com or call (657) 692-5401
South Orange County
Coloring Club
Adults and children are welcome to color at the Laguna Hills Technology Library. All materials will be provided.
When: March 29, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 25555 Alicia Pkwy., Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Cost: Free
For more details, call the library at (949) 707-2699
Citrus Canning Workshop
Join the University of California Master Food Preservers of Orange County for a workshop on citrus canning at the Rancho Santa Margarita Library. People will learn how to use and preserve different citrus varieties.
When: March 29, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 30902 La Promesa, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Cost: Free
For more details, call the library at (949) 459-6094
Fitness Hike
Enjoy panoramic views of Orange County on a fitness hike through Hicks Haul Road, West Loma and Shoestring trails.
Registration is required.
When: March 30, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 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
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