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Festive St. Patrick’s Picks at Irvine Spectrum Center
03.15.21
Are you searching for your St. Patrick's Day pot of gold? Here are some festive picks for you at Irvine Spectrum Center.
Paul Martin's American Grill: Enjoy the two-course St. Patrick’s Day pre-fixe special featuring a Seasonal House Salad and Corned Beef, slow-braised with onions and beer for over five hours until tender. Available for dine-in and takeout for just $29.***
***Excludes tax and gratuity. Available on 3/17/2021 only. For more information, visit paulmartinsamericangrill.com.
Duff's Cakemix : On Wednesdays and Thursdays in March, get 20% off your DIY decorating experience in-store or pick-up order. Use the code MARCH20 in your reservation notes online or by mentioning the code in-store at checkout to redeem. *Valid through 03/31/2021 on Wednesday and Thursday reservations and pick up orders at their Irvine studio. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Code not valid for Grubhub or Goldbelly orders.
TLT Food Make your taco wish come true! Quench your thirst with a refreshing ale beer and get one free when you buy one.** Or enjoy a Free "Green" Limeade with your purchase of $10 or more.**
**Valid on 3/17/2021 for in-store dining and pick up only. Excludes tax and gratuity. Some restrictions may apply. See restaurant for details. View menu here.
The Escape Game Escape to another world with your crew in a challenging immersive environment. You might escape, but you will have fun! Plus, get $4 OFF per player using the code CLOVER when online at checkout.†Valid through 3/31/2021 only. Some restrictions may apply. See store for details.
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Mission San Juan Capistrano Celebrates St. Joseph Day and Return of the Swallows
03.15.21
Mission San Juan Capistrano is open for visitors and will mark St. Joseph Day and its world-renowned annual return of the swallows tradition with both virtual and in-person activities on Friday, March 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The historic Mission grounds are open with limited capacity and strict COVID-19 requirements (properly worn masks and social distancing).
A special St. Joseph’s Table marking the Year of St. Joseph, led by Mission Board member Vicky Carabini and the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles, will raise money for the local foodbank, Serra’s Pantry.
On-site Timeline:
- 9 a.m.: Gates Open
- 9 a.m.: Bell Ringing and official welcome by Executive Director, Mechelle Lawrence Adams; Prayer by Mission Pastor, Reverend Monsignor J. Michael McKiernan; Native Prayer by Adelia Sandoval, Spiritual Leader of the Juañeno Band of Mission Indians/Acjachemen Nation; and National Anthem performed by entertainer, Darren Huntting
- 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and noon: Historic Bell Ringing
- 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: St. Joseph’s Table – Fundraiser for the local community.
- All Day: Museum rooms and Serra Chapel open, audio tour available. Coloring pages available for children, Swallows “Sticker Tour” available for purchase at the Gate House and Store.
Virtual Timeline: facebook.com/MissionSJC
- 9 a.m.: Bell Ringing and official welcome by Executive Director, Mechelle Lawrence Adams; Prayer by Mission Pastor, Reverend Monsignor J. Michael McKiernan; Native Prayer by Adelia Sandoval, Spiritual Leader of the Juañeno Band of Mission Indians/Acjachemen Nation; and National Anthem performed by entertainer, Darren Huntting
- 9:30 a.m.: Mission Basilica School’s 2021 Royal Court Presentation (Recorded Video)
- 10 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.: Mission Basilica School Dance Performances Livestream (Facebook)
- 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.: “The Swallows of Capistrano” a virtual lecture by swallow expert, Dr. Charles Brown. Pre-register at: surveymonkey.com/r/SXBLNKR
- 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and noon: Historic Bell Ringing
- 2 p.m.: “Walk and Talk Swallows Tour” led by Mission Guide, Alexander Warner. Pre-register at surveymonkey.com/r/SFMQWZY
- 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Themed coloring pages available for download at missionsjc.com
Pricing:
Individual adults - $14, individual seniors - $12, youth/students - $9, Children under four - free. Special pricing/discount offered for groups of four of any age are $45. VIP Tours for up to eight, available by advance reservation at myan@missionsjc.com. The multi-language on-site audio tour is free with admission. Members of the Mission Preservation Society are free.
For online tickets, schedules, virtual reservations, and more information visit missionsjc.com or call (949) 234-1316, Stephanie Montes De Oca, Events Director.
Mission San Juan Capistrano is located at 26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano.
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