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What’s going on in and around town this week

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FRIDAY | 10

HORSE SHOW AT RMV RIDING PARK 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Equestrian enthusiasts and local community members can check out horses in action during the first part of the Blenheim June Classic Series, which will feature jumping. The first part of the series runs through June 12, and additional horse shows will be held throughout the rest of the month. Admission and parking are free. The Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, 30753 Avenida La Pata, San Juan Capistrano. 760.525.8933. theridingpark.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT TREVOR’S 7 p.m. Eat some food, grab a drink and unwind while listening to live music at Trevor’s at the Tracks. Matt Akiona will perform. Trevor’s at the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.9593. trevorsatthetracks.com.

SATURDAY | 11

STAND-UP COMEDY AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE 5 p.m. Have some laughs and watch comedians perform on stage. Fritz Coleman, Jim Taylor, Stephanie Blum, and Keith Michael Ashton will perform. A second show is scheduled at 8 p.m. the same day. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO GHOST WALK 8 p.m. Learn about the eerie history of San Juan Capistrano as you walk through the downtown area and near Mission San Juan Capistrano. The walk is hosted by

Editor’s Pick

Put on your dancing shoes for the first show in the 2022 San Juan Summer Nites Concert series, which debuts on June 15 at Historic Town Center Park. Photo: Allison Jarrell

WEDNESDAY | 15 SAN JUAN SUMMER NITES CONCERT 6-8 p.m. The free outdoor concert series presented by the City of San Juan Capistrano is back on this year, in full form. Motown act Blue Breeze Band kicks off the fun on June 15. Bring a lawn chair and blanket to relax while you soak up music in downtown San Juan. There will be also be food trucks, adult beverages for sale, and booths featuring local businesses and groups. A free trolley service will run on concert days from 4-9 p.m. Historic Town Center Park, 31872 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.5911. sanjuancapistrano.org.

Haunted Orange County. Attendees are asked to meet at the visitor’s information booth near the train tracks. Face masks are required on all tours until further notice. 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano. 866.446.7803. hauntedoc.com.

SATURDAY NIGHT AT PADDY’S STATION 8-11 p.m. Grab a pint, order some fish and chips, and spend the night at a downtown Irish pub. Local Steely Dan tribute band Kids of Charlemagne will perform. Paddy’s Station, 26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano. 949.661.3400. paddysstation.com.

SUNDAY | 12

PAINT YOUR PET 2-5 p.m. Come paint a sketch of your pet on the patio of Dog Pawrk Brewing Company. Reserve your spot by purchasing tickets beforehand online—and after you do, email in a photo of your pet, so an artist can draw the portrait. Drinks and food can also be ordered at the event, which will be hosted by West Workshops. Tickets are $40. The Dog Pawrk Brewing Company, 27122 Paseo Espada, #904, San Juan Capistrano. 949.565.4855. eventbrite.com. LIVE MUSIC AT SAN JUAN HILLS GOLF CLUB 4-7 p.m. Chris Daniels Project will perform. Have fun, grab some drinks, and dance during this local performance. San Juan Hills Golf Club, 32120 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano. 949.565.4855. sanjuanhillsgolf.com.

WEDNESDAY | 15

TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BREWHOUSE 6:30-8:30 p.m. The BrewHouse hosts a trivia night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with friends, or show up solo and join a team. The BrewHouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano. 949.481.6181. brewhousesjc.com.

THURSDAY | 16

MISSION CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring the kids to Mission San Juan Capistrano for hands-on, fun educational activities in the Mission Clubhouse space. Youngsters can weave baskets, build structural arches with miniature blocks, and engage in more Mission-themed tasks. Clubhouse events happen every day from Tuesday through Sunday. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. 949.234.1300. missionsjc.com.

KOI FISH FEEDING AT THE MISSION 12:45 p.m. Enjoy an outdoor afternoon at the Mission San Juan Capistrano fountain while feeding koi fish. The event is fun for kids and families, and happens every day from Tuesday through Sunday. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. 949.234.1300. missionsjc.com.

FRIDAY | 17

FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Enjoy the farmers market in town every Friday afternoon. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more. Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.364.1270. farmakisfarms.com.

‘FRI-YAY FUN’ WOOD WORKSHOP 6-9 p.m. Spend a Friday night crafting a unique item to call your own. Customize a wood sign, bath tray, photo frame, or other item during this hands-on workshop. Registration can be done beforehand online. AR Workshop San Juan Capistrano, 31107 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite B2. 949.482.1362. arworkshop.com.

SATURDAY | 18

YOGA ON THE FARM 9-10:15 a.m. The Ecology Center is providing this outdoor yoga session with yogi Diana Christinson and teachers from Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala. Sessions will include breathing lessons, which you can practice while surrounded by green vegetation and the natural earth. Additional sessions will be held every Saturday in June. Participants must bring their own mat and towel to place on the ground, as well as RSVP online. The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.443.4223. theecologycenter.org.

MOVIE WITH A MISSION 5:30 p.m. Local nonprofit Surf and Turf Therapy, which uses equestrian and surf therapy to treat disabled children, is hosting its third outdoor movie screening and community gathering. Moana will be shown starting at 8 p.m., and there will be fun activities beforehand, including carnival games, line dance lessons, food and drink trucks, stories from patients, therapy horse visits, and more. Cost is $50 per car. Rancho Sierra Vista Equestrian Center, 31441 Avenida De La Vista, San Juan Capistrano. 949.312.7227. surfandturftherapy.org.

AT THE MOVIES ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Soars Yet Again

BY MEGAN BIANCO, THE CAPISTRANO DISPATCH

Tony Scott’s Top Gun (1986) is so ingrained in 1980s pop culture and nostalgia that seeing these characters do everyday things in the 21st century is a little bewildering.

But in the new tradition of Hollywood rebooting hit movies and shows from the past 30-40 years for easy money, Joseph Kosinski’s Top Gun: Maverick does fill that sweet spot. After various release-date changes going back to 2019, Kosinski’s three-decades-later follow-up to Scott’s cult classic was worth the wait for longtime fans.

This time, Capt. Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise) is quite a bit older compared to the younger Navy pilots he’s recruited to mentor. These pilots include Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw (Miles Teller), the son of Maverick’s deceased best friend.

Photo: Courtesy of Skydance Media / Paramount Pictures

While struggling to connect with the aspiring protégé, Maverick also has to deal with his superiors, Adm. Chester Cain (Ed Harris) and Vice Adm. Beau Simpson (Jon Hamm)—both of whom think he should retire from the sky.

There was some minor attention over the fact that Kelly McGillis and Meg Ryan weren’t back for Maverick, and some alleged that they were replaced with “hotter” actresses. I can’t comment on the subjectivity of any of the women’s looks, generally. But I can say Jennifer Connelly’s and Jean Louisa Kelly’s characters are pretty much just extra eye candy (albeit age-appropriate eye candy), and don’t actually add anything to the new plot, unfortunately.

Similarly, I found parts of Val Kilmer’s real-life ailments written into his character, “Iceman,” a little awkward, and his cameo ending on an underwhelming note. That said, I still found Maverick to be a lot of fun and a quintessential theater experience this summer season.

The action, effects, cinematography, sound design and soundtrack all shimmer on the big screen. There’s obvious fan service, but it’s made up with the exhilarating flying sequences and charming cast.

Cruise shows he can slip right back into his famous characters naturally, and that, yes, it’s OK for the greatest action star in the world to be older.

If you can handle the whole first act being nostalgia and exposition overload, Top Gun: Maverick is a decent night out of the house and a solid tribute from Kosinski to Scott’s impact on pop culture and action movies. CD

GUEST OPINION | Moments in Time by Jan Siegel

Plenty to See & Do in San Juan Capistrano This Summer

For the first time in two years, places and events are opening up in San Juan Capistrano. The summer promises to be a very busy time for our town. Recently, the Orange County Register did a summertime spotlight on places to visit by train this summer and how far each place was from the train station. Most of the places highlighted for San Juan Capistrano were between a one- and three-minute walk from the train depot!

While the description was for restaurants, there are many places in town for visitors to walk from the depot—including the Mission, the Historical Society, Los Rios Street, the Blas Aguilar Adobe, and the library. And, remember, the

MOMENTS IN TIME walks starting at the BY JAN SIEGEL depot are sponsored by the Friends of the Library, the Historical Society docents and the Walking Tour Guides of Blas Aguilar Foundation. Although the tours are regularly given on Saturdays and Sundays, they are available for groups during the week. For further information on tours, call the individual places or visit their websites.

Metrolink has also started a summer program with a special $5 weekday pass. That price is good anywhere Metrolink goes, from Los Angeles to any of the other nine lines. With gas prices rising daily, this seems like a great way to visit many places in Southern California, and particularly our town. The special pass is also good on all buses and subways that Metrolink offers as free transfers. This program started on May 31 and ends on September 2. Even for local residents going to the beach, this pass lets you off at the San Clemente Pier, so no parking costs. Check Metrolink web page for more information.

The Historical Society is hosting its annual membership mixer for the first time in two years on June 12 from 1-4 p.m. The traditional taco meal will be served. This will also be an opportunity to see the modifications made on the property since the pandemic. The event is free for current members, and the cost for guests is $10 per person. This is also a great time to renew your membership and support historic preservation in San Juan Capistrano.

The free Summer Nite Concerts in Historic Town Center Park are also back. Food trucks, activities for children and local business expos will be on-site. Time for the events is 6-8 p.m. June 15 is the Blue Breeze Band, July 20 is 4X4 (a tribute to the titans of classic rock), August 17 is Brent Payne singing country and western, and September 21 is Tijuana Dogs, featuring classic rock.

FROM THE ARCHIVES

This photo depicts Juaneño member Marguerite Lobo at a Cinco de Mayo celebration in San Juan Capistrano in the 1990s.

The Capistrano Dispatch regularly publishes a historical photo. To submit your historical photo for consideration, provide information about the photo along with your name, date, location and a small description to cbreaux@picketfencemedia.com.

Photo: Courtesy of Carmen Northen

San Juan Capistrano is also planning on the traditional July 4th celebration at the Community Center.

The Mission continues to have special events all summer long.

Spend a “Moment in Time” in historic San Juan Capistrano this summer, and encourage friends and family to visit the many places and events our town has to offer. We have become a destination for Southern California.

Jan Siegel was a 33-year resident of San Juan Capistrano and now resides in the neighboring town of Rancho Mission Viejo. She served on the city’s Cultural Heritage Commission for 13 years, has been a volunteer guide for the San Juan Capistrano Friends of the Library’s architectural walking tour for 26 years and is currently the museum curator for the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society. She was named Woman of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce in 2005, Volunteer of the Year in 2011 and was inducted into the city’s Wall of Recognition in 2007. CD

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ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK

Blackbeard

THE CAPISTRANO DISPATCH

Ahoy, there! ‘Arrgh’ you looking for a furry mate-y to join your crew? Ninemonth-old Blackbeard is no scallywag. He is litterbox-trained and easy to handle. With his outgoing personality and handsome muttonchops, Blackbeard would make an excellent addition to almost any home. If you are interested in adopting Blackbeard, please visit petprojectfoundation.org/adoptions/ to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment.

Sudoku

BY MYLES MELLOR

SOLUTION: Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9x9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3x3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium

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