Centennial Farm’s 35th Anniversary

On September 14, Centennial Farm will mark its 35th anniversary with a family-friendly celebration designed for all ages. This event will highlight the farm's rich history and its important role in agricultural education for the Orange County community and beyond. Attendees can look forward to a day filled with engaging activities, learning opportunities, and delicious food.

The celebration will feature a variety of activities, including close encounters with farm animals, where guests can pet and take photos with them. Children will have the chance to become "Farmers for a Day," participating in hands-on farming activities that are sure to delight. 

Guided tours of the farm will offer insights into agricultural practices and the farm’s history. Guests can also enjoy a mouth-watering tri-tip lunch, with a vegetarian option available, and a scrumptious dessert. Each attendee will receive a commemorative gift bag filled with farm-themed goodies.

Additional activities, available for a separate fee, include Cow Chip Bingo, a unique and entertaining game with proceeds supporting agricultural education, and a raffle and wine pull, offering the chance to win fantastic prizes while further supporting the farm’s educational programs.

The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and tickets are priced at $45 for adults, $25 for youth (ages 6-17), and free for children aged 5 and under. Tickets include access to all activities, lunch, dessert, and a gift bag. For more information and to secure tickets, please visit the event website.

Please note that there will be no refunds for cancellations made after September 6. Cancellations before this date will receive a refund of the ticket fee, excluding booking fees.

OC Fair & Event Center is at 88 Fair Drive in Costa Mesa. 714.708.1619

Celebrate the Heartbeat of Mexico at Musco Center for the Arts!

Musco Center for the Arts presents the Heartbeat of Mexico Free Family Festival returning on September 8 and Mariachi Herencia de Mexico on Friday, September 13! Join them for another celebration of Mexican and Mexican-American culture, featuring a fun-filled day of music, dance, arts & crafts, food, and more!

Heartbeat of Mexico – Free Family Festival
Sunday, September 8 from 12 to 7 PM
Musco Center for the Arts – Aitken Arts Plaza

With two stages, a program jam-packed with music and dance, community organizations, live painting, and a chalk art contest, as well as a beer garden and crafts, there is something for everyone to join in the festivities! Registration required.
Register here

Mariachi Herencia de Mexico
Friday, September 13 – 7:30 PM
Musco Center for the Arts

Mariachi Herencia is paving the way for a new wave of mariachi musicians in the United States, representing a bicultural generation that is preserving the historic traditions of mariachi while embracing the endless evolution of the genre. Tickets on sale now!
Buy tickets here

Musco Center for the Arts is located at 415 North Glassell in Orange, CA.

Project Playhouse: Tour, Bid, and Support HomeAid at Irvine Spectrum

HomeAid Orange County invites you to the return of Project Playhouse at Irvine Spectrum, a fundraising event showcasing the talents and creativity of the building industry to raise money and awareness for neighbors experiencing homelessness. Thrilling crowds since its debut in 1992, this popular community event brings together top builders, designers, and trade partners who donate their time and resources to create stunning, one-of-a-kind playhouse designs that will delight kids of all ages.

The playhouses will be auctioned off to the highest bidders on October 5th (at AV Irvine) with proceeds benefiting HomeAid’s mission to help people experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives.

Playhouse Village Tours (September 7-October 5)
Opening Day: September 7^th
Time: 11 AM - 5 PM
Location: Irvine Spectrum (near the Giant Wheel)

Project Playhouse Village tours will offer the community and interested buyers an up-close experience. Opening Day on September 7^th will feature special activities including face painting, goodie bags, and an opportunity to win prizes from Dave and Busters. Paused in 2012, Project Playhouse returns as part of HomeAid's 35th Anniversary celebration, and to raise critical funding. 

With housing affordability continuing to impact more individuals and families in Orange County, HomeAid’s mission to build a future without homelessness is more relevant than ever. Proceeds from the sale of the playhouses, Playhouse Village tours, and the Auction Party will support programs and housing solutions for struggling families in Orange County. Interested playhouse buyers are encouraged to complete an online interest form or contact HomeAid at 949-949-220-1136. 

Tickets for playhouse tours and more information can be found online at homeaidoc.org/projectplayhouse

Playhouse Builders:
Shea Homes
Tri Pointe Homes
City Ventures
Toll Brothers
The New Home Co.

Playhouse judges will cast their votes for six awards including, The Grand Award (Best in Show), The Designer Award, The Imagination Award, The Playful Award, and The Secret Garden Award. Community members can vote for their favorite design to determine the People’s Choice Award. 

Project Playhouse Judges:
Wing Lam (Wahoo’s Fish Tacos)
Gretchen Rossi (RHOC)
Slade Smiley (Grayson Entertainment)
Steve Cederquist, (HGTV Flip or Flop/Flipping 101)
Leigh Steinberg (Sports Agent, Philanthropist, Author)
Steve Murow (HomeAid Orange County Board President) 
Gina Kirschenheiter (RHOC)
Emily Simpson (RHOC)
John Lavender (Division President Lennar Cal Coastal)
John Patterson (OC Mazda President)
Charles Antis (Founder/CEO Antis Roofing)
Jennifer Friend-Smith, Project Hope Alliance
 

Project Playhouse Auction Party
Date: October 5^th
Time: 6-10 PM
Location: AV Irvine

Bid on silent and live auction items, including the custom playhouses, and enjoy music by Power Serge, “OC’s greatest fake real glam metal cover band,” and artisanal culinary selections, while mingling with some of the best and brightest from the building, healthcare, sports, and finance industries, all for a great cause!

About HomeAid Orange County  
HomeAid Orange County’s mission is to end homelessness by building new lives for homeless families and individuals through housing and community outreach. HomeAid Orange County was founded by the Orange County Chapter of the Building Industry Association of Southern California in 1989. HomeAid develops emergency, bridge, and affordable housing for nonprofits that serve people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Since 1989, HomeAid Orange County has developed 71 different forms of housing, providing a place to call home to over 77,000 individuals.