• Editor's Caution: Because dates, times, locations, and other details are subject to change, readers are urged to confirm dates and details with the sponsoring organizations before making plans. Unless otherwise noted, all activities are in Ladera Ranch.
  
  On Going Events
  
  Every Tuesday
• Tuesday Teen Night, 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Loft of the Oak Knoll Village Club, 28912 O’Neill Drive, during the school year, and at the Covered Picnic Site in Founders Park, Avendale Boulevard and Sellas Road N, during the summer. Middle schoolers from grades 6 thru 8 gather each Tuesday for an evening of activities that vary weekly from capture the flag to water wars to scavenger hunts, local trips, volunteer opportunities and other special activities planned by the teens. Dinner, beverages, and fun included in the fee of $7 (checks made payable to CampCo. Additional fees may apply for occasional special activities. The group also holds a Teen Council Meeting, 7:30 to 8:30 pm on first Tuesday of each month. For more information, email: kinder@campcodaycamps.com.
  
  Every Saturday
• Unless otherwise notified, the Ladera Ranch Farmer's Market, will be held at the Town Green, corner of Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way, from 8:00 am to 1:00 PM.
  

SCHEDULED EVENTS

Friday, July 11 
      n Ladera Ranch Community Services (LARCS) kicks off a summer of concerts and movies tonight at the Town Green, located on the corner of Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way next to the Mercantile West Shopping Center, The fun begins this with a Reggae music concert by Lesterfari and the Kings from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. 

Sunday, July 13 
      n The Ladera Car Club meets every the 2nd Sunday of every month at 8:00 am in the WAMU/Pacific Whey parking lot in Mercantile West Shopping Plaza, Mercantile Way and 1st Street.

Friday, July 18 
      n The annual LARCS "Movies in the Park" series begins tonight at the Town Green, located on the corner of Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way next to the Mercantile West Shopping Plaza with the showing of the 1990s remake of "The Little Rascals" at dusk (about 8:00 pm).

Wednesday, July 23
      n LARCS Open Sessions are the 4th Wednesday of every other month (odd months) at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, beginning at 5:30 pm. The open session gives residents an opportunity to ask questions of the board and provide feedback on issues that pertain to LARCS. The Board meets in a closed Executive Session from 3:00 to 5:30 pm prior to the Open Session.

Friday, July 25 
      n Knight Ryder will rock to hit cover songs from the 80’s during the second "Concert in the Park" beginning starting at 6:30 pm at the Town Green, located on the corner of Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way, next to the Mercantile West Shopping Plaza. Back by popular demand, this band knows how to engage the crowd. Bring your own picnic or enjoy takeout from a local restaurant. A concession stand also will serve movie goodies such as popcorn, candy, ice cream, and soft drinks.

Friday, August 1 
      n Concert in the Park series will continue with a performance by the 
Hi-Fi Quintet, performing the sounds of jazz from the birth of big bands to the 50’s and 60’s at 6:30 pm at the Town Green, located on the corner of Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way, next to the Mercantile West Shopping Plaza. The band is comprised of five music virtuosos with a laundry list of accomplishments. Individually, every member has worked with a range of renowned musical personalities. Together, the band has garnered an impressive list of accomplishments. They continue to deliver timeless music with a Rat-Pack punch. A concession stand also will serve movie goodies such as popcorn, candy, ice cream, and soft drinks. Be sure to check with participating local restaurants for special discounts as well. For more information, visit www.laderalife.com or call 949-388-8300.

Friday, August 8 
      n Movie in the Park from 8:00 to 10:00 pm at Town Green, Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way.

Sunday, August 10 
      n The Ladera Car Club meets every the 2nd Sunday of every month at 8:00 am in the WAMU/Pacific Whey parking lot in Mercantile West Shopping Plaza, Mercantile Way and 1st Street.

Wednesday, August 13 
      n LARMAC Open Session Board meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of every other month (even months) at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, beginning with a closed Executive Session from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, followed by the Homeowner Forum at 6:00 pm, during which members of LARMAC can make 3 minute presentations to the Board. Homeowners are invited to stay for the Open Session of the Board meeting starting at 6:30 pm.

Friday, August 15 
      n Concert in the Park from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Town Green, Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way.

Sunday, August 17 
      n 2nd Annual Ladera Grand Prix Cycle Race, Founders Park, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Saturday and Sunday, August 23-24 
      n Ladera Ranch Tennis Tournament, Avendale Courts, Avendale Boulevbard and Daisy, and Covenant Hills Courts, Covenant Hills Road, beginning at 8:00 am.

Monday, September 1 
      n Labor Day.

Sunday, September 14 
      n The Ladera Car Club meets every the 2nd Sunday of every month at 8:00 am in the WAMU/Pacific Whey parking lot in Mercantile West Shopping Plaza, Mercantile Way and 1st Street.

Friday, September 19
      n Fall Adult Event, 6:00 to 10:00 pm, Flintridge Clubhouse, 28112 Roanoke Drive.

Monday, September 22
      n First day of Autumn.

Wednesday, September 24 
      n LARCS Open Sessions are the 4th Wednesday of every other month (odd months) at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, beginning at 5:30 pm. The open session gives residents an opportunity to ask questions of the board and provide feedback on issues that pertain to LARCS. The Board meets in a closed Executive Session from 3:00 to 5:30 pm prior to the Open Session.

Tuesday, September 30 
      n Rosh Hashanah.

Saturday, October 4 (tentative date) 
      n Oktoberfest featuring Dogue Vogue, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm at Town Green, Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way. 
      n Sandy Rancher Volleyball Tournament, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, at the Volleyball Pits in Founders Park, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy.

Wednesday, October 8 
      n LARMAC Open Session Board meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of every other month (even months) at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, beginning with a closed Executive Session from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, followed by the Homeowner Forum at 6:00 pm, during which members of LARMAC can make 3 minute presentations to the Board. Homeowners are invited to stay for the Open Session of the Board meeting starting at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, October 9 
      n Yom Kippur.

Sunday, October 12 
      n The Ladera Car Club meets every the 2nd Sunday of every month at 8:00 am in the WAMU/Pacific Whey parking lot in Mercantile West Shopping Plaza, Mercantile Way and 1st Street.

Monday, October 13 
      n Columbus Day.

Friday, October 31
      n Halloween.

Saturday, November 1 
      n Harvest Festival, Founders Park, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.

Sunday, November 2 
      n Daylight Savings Time ends at 2:00 am.

Sunday, November 4 
      n General Election Day when the United States elects its next President..

Sunday, November 9 
      n The Ladera Car Club meets every the 2nd Sunday of every month at 8:00 am in the WAMU/Pacific Whey parking lot in Mercantile West Shopping Plaza, Mercantile Way and 1st Street.

Tuesday, November 11 
      n Veteran’s Day.

Wednesday, November 13 
      n LARMAC election and Annual Meeting of the Neighborhood Representatives beginning at 6:30 pm, location to be announced.

Wednesday, November 26 
      n LARCS Open Sessions are the 4th Wednesday of every other month (odd months) at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, beginning at 5:30 pm. The open session gives residents an opportunity to ask questions of the board and provide feedback on issues that pertain to LARCS. The Board meets in a closed Executive Session from 3:00 to 5:30 pm prior to the Open Session.

Thursday, November 27 
      n Thanksgiving Day.

Tuesday, December 2
      n Deadline for entries in the Neighborhood Lighting Contest to by sumitted at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, by 5:00 pm.

Friday, December 5
      n Deadline for entries in the Individual Home Decorating Contest to by sumitted at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, by 5:00 pm.
      n Tree Lighting Ceremony Town Green, Sienne Parkway and Mercantile Way, 6:00 pm.

Sunday, December 7
      n Old Fashioned Christmas in the Avendale Clubhouse parking lot, 1 Daisy Street, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm with real snow, refreshments, hot coffee and cocoa, and carolers. Presented by Front Street Realty, the 4th annual event is free with the donation of a canned food for the food bank.

Wednesday, December 10 
      n LARMAC Open Session Board meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of every other month (even months) at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, beginning with a closed Executive Session from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, followed by the Homeowner Forum at 6:00 pm, during which members of LARMAC can make 3 minute presentations to the Board. Homeowners are invited to stay for the Open Session of the Board meeting starting at 6:30 pm.

Saturday, December 13
      n Santa Visits from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Avendale Clubhouse, Avendale Boulevard and Daisy, and the Covenant Hills Clubhouse, Covenant Hills Drive.
      n Judging for the Neighborhood Lighting Contest from 5:00 to 9:00 pm.
      n Live Nativity scene 5:00 to 7:00 pm in Town Green, Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way.

Sunday, December 14 
      n The Ladera Car Club meets every the 2nd Sunday of every month at 8:00 am in the WAMU/Pacific Whey parking lot in Mercantile West Shopping Plaza, Mercantile Way and 1st Street.

Monday, December 15
      n Judging for the Individual Home Decorating Contest completed.

Sunday, December 21
      n Annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony from 3:00 to 5:00 pm in the Town Green, Sienna Parkway and Mercantile Way, live music, a candle-making factory, food, children’s activities, and the lighting of the Menorah.

Monday through Sunday, December 10 thru December 16
      n Judging for the individual Decorating Contest.

Sunday, December 21
      n First day of Winter.
      n Hanukkah begins at sundown.

Wednesday, December 24
      n Christmas Eve.

Thursday, December 25
      n Christmas, the day Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

Friday thru Monday, December 26 thru January 1
      n Kwanzaa, an African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated by millions throughout the world African community, Kwanzaa brings a cultural message which speaks to the best of what it means to be African and human in the fullest sense.

Wednesday, December 31
      n New Year’s Eve.

Thursday, January 1, 2009
      n New Year’s Day.