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• FRIDAY August 1st

• SATURDAY August 2nd

• SUNDAY August 3rd

  • Trivia Quiz

  • OC's Best Bakery

• NICE NEWS!

• PLAN AHEAD

🗓️ THIS WEEKEND’S PICKS 🗓️

~~ FRIDAY AUGUST 1st ~~

🏮 Water Lantern Festival Create and decorate your own floating lantern with a personal message, then release it onto the water at sunset in a stunning display of light and reflection.
Friday-Sunday, August 1-3 | 5–9pm | Centennial Park, Santa Ana


🎉 Mission Viejo Vibe Fest Go-karts, axe throwing, Bluey meet-and-greets, and local vendors—Vibe Fest is bringing the party to Kaleidoscope with food, music, and family fun. Free entry and parking.
Friday, August 1 | 5–10pm | Kaleidoscope, Mission Viejo

🤠Two Line Dancing Options:

1. Line Dancing in the Canyon Cook’s Corner is hosting an evening of dancing and lessons outside with live music from The Dogs inside.
Friday, August 1 | 7–10pm | Cook’s Corner, Silverado Canyon | $10

2. Line Dancing in the Barn Kick up your boots for a night of line dancing in the barn with DJ Marie Kelly! Food & drinks available on-site.
Friday, August 1 | 7–10pm | Farmakis Farms, San Juan Capistrano | $16.75

🎹 Checkout South OC Live Music Options

🤔 Trivia Quiz

Which of these bands did NOT originate in Orange County?

A) Berlin
B) No Doubt
C) The Offspring
D) Linkin Park

(Scroll to bottom for answer)

This Famous Chef Built the Best Bakery in Orange County

Instagram made him famous—but the pastries made him a legend.

1️⃣ The first time we went to Diotima Bakehouse in Mission Viejo, everything was sold out because we got there late.

2️⃣ The second time, the line wrapped around the parking lot.

3️⃣ The third time? No line, fully stocked, and I cried happy tears.

From kouign-amanns to cream-filled croissants to browned butter chocolate chip cookies, we’ve now tried almost everything in the case—and Diotima absolutely lives up to the hype.

The man behind the magic is Kian Moltaji, a classically trained chef who studied in Paris and lives right here in South OC.

It had been his dream to open up a little bakery, but when no one would lease him a storefront, he started posting baking videos to build credibility. One of them went viral—then another—and millions of views later, Diotima opened in 2023.

Now, in 2025, the bakery is legendary, with a rotating menu of sweet and savory French pastries that often take three days to make. The ham & cheese croissant alone is worth the drive.

There’s no printed menu and no daily rundown online—just whatever Kian feels like baking that day. Your best bet is to check his Instagram stories (@kianthechef), show up early, and trust the bakery case.

Diotima Bakehouse
📍 25542 Jeronimo Rd, Mission Viejo
⏰ Tuesday, Thursday–Saturday (Wednesday hours begin in August), 11 AM–4 PM
📱 @kianthechef

Watch a quick video to see what makes this Mission Viejo bakery worth the wait.

Check out the full list of must-try pastries.

🌮 Taco Tuesday Deal

$2 Street Tacos in Mission Viejo & Foothill Ranch

We stumbled on a budget-friendly gem: $2 tacos every Tuesday at La Tia Tacos in Mission Viejo and Foothill Ranch.

Choose from carnitas, chile verde, chicken, asada, or al pastor. We’re partial to the carne asada, but honestly, at $2 a pop, why choose?

📍 Mission Viejo: 24001 Via Fabricante #903
📍 Foothill Ranch: 41 Auto Center Dr

⏰ Tuesdays only | $2 tacos all day

🎉 Musical Bingo @ Patsy’s

Sing, bingo-card, repeat— prizes, cheers, and karaoke to follow

Every Thursday night, Patsy’s Irish Pub in Laguna Niguel turns into a sing-along playground with Musical Bingo.

Instead of numbers, your bingo card’s filled with pop hits—so when the DJ spins “Sweet Caroline,” you’d better mark your square and shout “Bum bum bum!”

🟩 Here’s what you can expect:
– Four prize rounds
– No cover
– A crowd that will sing along
– DJ + karaoke starting at 9pm

🎯 Insider tip: Get there early for Happy Hour from 4–7pm, and fuel up on discounted drinks and pub bites before the game begins.

📍 Patsy’s Irish Pub 28971 Golden Lantern, Suite 108, Laguna Niguel

🕖 Thursdays, 7–9pm Bingo | 🎤 DJ & karaoke kicks off after 9pm

🎤 Summer Concerts This Weekend

Friday August 1
Laguna Niguel: 90’s Rock Show, Crown Valley Park – 6:30pm
Laguna Hills: Family Style: Community Center 6:30pm
Ladera Ranch: Flashback Heart Attack, Town Green – 6:30pm

Saturday August 2
Irvine: Your Mom, Mike Ward Community Park – Woodbridge

Sunday August 3
Dana Point: Flock of 80’s & Yachty by Nature, Sea Terrace Park – 2:30pm & 4:30pm
RSM: Wayward Sons (6-8pm), Central Park

See all the concerts happening around South OC…

🗓️ Add these events to your Calendar

🤣 Secret Comedy Night Underground comedy show with surprise comedians and a secret San Clemente location (revealed day-of).
Friday, August 8th | San Clemente

🍷 OC Wine & Spirit Fest Sip, dance, and soak in the magic of Silverado Canyon at this luxe tasting event under the stars. Enjoy unlimited pours of wine, spirits, and brews, live music, dancing—all set against the lush charm of Giracci Vineyards. Use promo code GIRACCI for 50% off.
Saturday, August 9, 6:30–9:30pm | Silverado

🧘‍♀️ Morning Yoga Hike Start your day with a 4-mile hike through scenic Baker Canyon, followed by a gentle yoga flow under a shaded canopy. This is a FREE event but you must pre-register. These always fill up fast!
Saturday, August 9 | 8:30–11am | Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park

🛶 Kayak Harbor Tour Paddle through Dana Point Harbor with a Naturalist guide and learn about local marine life and harbor history on this 2-hour tour. All levels welcome; gear included. Ages 3+ (under 16 must be with an adult).
Saturday, August 9 | 9–11am | Dana Point

🎻 Symphony in the Cities: Wild West Edition Kick off the night with western-themed fun—petting zoo, gold panning, games, and food trucks—then settle in for a live symphony concert under the stars.
Saturday, August 9 | 4–8pm | Oso Viejo Park, Mission Viejo

🛍️ The Coast Vintage Market Hunt for hidden gems, vintage treasures, and curated finds from SoCal’s best vendors—everything from retro decor to family-kept heirlooms. Free.
Sunday, August 10 | 8:00am–3:00pm | Laguna Hills Mall Parking Lot

🐶 Puppy Yoga at Laguna Cliffs Flow through an all-levels outdoor yoga class while cuddling adoptable puppies from @promise4pawsrescue. Proceeds support rescue efforts.
Sunday, August 10 | 8:45 & 10am | Dana Point | Advance booking required

🐎 Capistrano Polo Classic  The First Annual Capistrano Polo Classic brings horses, live music, food trucks, and cocktails to the Ortega Equestrian Center.
Sunday, August 10 | 11–3pm | San Juan Capistrano

🖼️ Glass in Motion A bold new exhibition of molten glass frozen mid-ripple, with color, light, and gravity-defying forms by Irvine artist Greg Price. Opening reception includes artist Q&A and light bites.
Thursday, August 14, 2–4pm | Art at City Hall, Irvine Civic Center. Exhibit runs Aug 14–Dec 12 | FREE

🤠 Western Night in SJC Line-dancing warms up the night (6:30pm) before Western Medicine hits the stage at 8pm, Mama Tried serves country classics, and a Western movie caps it off under the stars.
Thursday, August 14 | 6pm–late | The Swanner House, San Juan Capistrano

🛍️ Vintage Walk ‘n’ Shop Explore Old Towne Orange’s best thrift and vintage shops, collect passport stamps, and enter to win a $600 gift card. Saturday, August 16, 10am–5pm | Orange

🛹 Ramps & Amps Skateboarding & BMX demonstration from X Games pros, a street course open to public, live bands, and beer-plus-food trucks—hosted by legendary pro skateboarder Christian Hosoi.
Saturday, Aug 16 | 3–8pm | Dana Point | FREE

🔥 OC Smoke Show Dig into top-tier BBQ from SoCal pitmasters, sample 100+ whiskeys at the Barrel Saloon, and hit the line dancing tent between bites. Chris Young to headline.
Saturday, August 16, 1–10pm | San Juan Capistrano

🌊 Floating Obstacle Course Challenge Run, slip, and splash your way across a giant inflatable course at Sierra Rec Center. Free for members; $10 guest pass.
Sunday, August 17, 12–4pm | Mission Viejo

🎠 Sea Country Festival  Carnival rides, live music, food vendors, and family fun return to Laguna Niguel’s biggest annual bash.
Friday–Sunday, August 22–24 | Crown Valley Park, Laguna Niguel

📚 Meet Author Louis Sachar Bestselling author of Holes and Wayside School, Louis Sachar is coming to Laguna Hills to talk about his beloved books—and his debut novel for adults, The Magician of Tiger Castle. He’s a Newbery Medal and National Book Award winner.
Friday, August 22 at 6:30pm  Laguna Hills

⚓️ Maritime Festival Tall-ship tours, live cannon battles, mermaid encounters, carnival games, food trucks, a beer garden, and Friday-night Sails N’ Ales.
Friday–Sunday, September 12–14 | Ocean Institute, Dana Point

🎉 Fiesta Latina  Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, food trucks, crafts, cultural demos, and a pop-up art show honoring Latin American history and traditions. Free and family-friendly.
Sunday, September 14 | Great Park, Irvine

🎸 Ohana Festival Three days of ocean views and live music featuring Eddie Vedder, Green Day, Hozier & more. Food, art, and storytelling panels round out this beachside weekend.
September 26–28 | All day | Doheny State Beach, Dana Point

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About Us: Lorna’s an OC native who has lived in Spain, France and New Zealand but always returns home for the tacos, the trails, and the beautiful tree-lined streets of Mission Viejo. Jason’s a Brit who swapped pub life for paddleboards and now splits his time between aquascaping and crafting perfect cocktails. We started The Scene because there’s so much to see, do, and savor. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your weekend.

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