Consider starting your weekend this Saturday visiting the 58th annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition, or watch a screening of “Superman: The Movie” at the Fullerton Public Library in the evening.
On Sunday, attend a screening of “The Hustler” at the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library, or listen to live jazz music at the Laguna Niguel 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
“Superman: The Movie” Screening
Enjoy a screening of the 1978 movie “Superman: The Movie” at the main branch of the Fullerton Public Library.
When: June 28, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: 353 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 738-6326
Teen Fashion Upcycling
Teens are welcome to the Anaheim Central Library to design their own clothing by upcycling clothes, fabric scraps, lace, patches and other materials. All materials will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their own clothing or materials.
Sewing machines will be available with guidance by an instructor. No registration is required, but space is limited.
When: June 28, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 500 W. Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 765-1880
Crochet & Knitting Circle
Enjoy knitting or crocheting in a group at the Placentia Library. Participants must bring their own needles, crochet hooks and yarn.
When: June 29, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 411 E. Chapman Ave., Placentia CA 92870
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 528-1906
Central Orange County
Advanced Cardio Hike
Embark on a challenging, fast-paced hike in the Red Rock Wilderness, part of the Irvine Ranch Open Space. This strenuous hike is best suited for hikers experienced with multiple steep climbs and descents.
Registration is required.
When: June 28, 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Where: Airfield Staging Area, address to be released after registering
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at irvineranchopenspace@ocparks.com
Creativity Lab
Children ages 3-12 are welcome to the main branch of the Orange Public Library for a craft program exploring texture, shape and color.
When: June 28, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: 407 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA 92866
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 288-2400
“The Hustler” Screening
Watch a screening of the 1961 film “The Hustler” at the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library.
When: June 29, 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
Plant Swap
Take cuttings, seedlings and plants to exchange with other gardeners at a plant swap at the Huntington Beach Central Library.
Propagation supplies, seedling pots and soil will be available to help take plants home.
Registration is encouraged, but not required.
When: June 28, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (714) 842-4481
Newport Beach Art Exhibition
See recently created original artwork in various mediums at the 58th annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition. The public will have the opportunity to mingle with artists. Activities are also offered for children.
When: June 28, 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Newport Beach Civic Center Community Room, 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach 92660
Cost: Free
For more details, call (949) 717-3802 or send an email to arts@newportbeachca.gov
LEGO Club
Take the kids to play with LEGOs at the Laguna Beach Library.
When: June 28, 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 363 Glenneyre St., Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (949) 497-1733
South Orange County
Learn to Pickle Vegetables
Learn the best methods of preserving and pickling vegetables at the El Toro Library from UCCE Master Gardeners.
When: June 28, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: 24672 Raymond Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (949) 855-8173
Jazz Concert
Adults are welcome to the Laguna Niguel Library to listen to live jazz music.
When: June 29, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 30341 Crown Valley Pkwy., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the library at (949) 249-5252
Hike in Limestone Canyon
Embark on a 7-mile hike through Limestone Canyon to Dripping Springs, a year-round spring estimated to be 20 to 40 million years old.
Registration is required.
When: June 29, 8:00 a.m.. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: Augustine Staging Area
Cost: Free
For more details, contact the Irvine Ranch Conservancy at irvineranchopenspace@ocparks.com
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