Celebrate South American festivities including live entertainment, delicious food, and drinks, a children’s pavilion with inflatable games, face painting, giant slides, and more. All welcomed.
Max Berg Plaza Park at 1100 Calle Puente, San Clemente. Saturday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free. For more information, visit www.san-clemente.org
Looking to improve your storytelling skills? Join writers and experts at the California Writers Club, a monthly meeting focused on the craft and business of writing. Meetings are held on the first Saturday of each month led by a special guest speaker.
Anaheim Packing House, 440 South Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Free. For more information, visit www.calwritersorangecounty.org
Sponsor local kids while enjoying a day of outdoor fun as schools compete against each other in running and other activities.
According to organizers, the event is designed to help children become more physically fit, promote an active and healthy lifestyle, and combat the onset of childhood obesity. Dozens of Orange County schools are participating.
88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa. Saturday, 8 a.m. Sponsorships vary. To register, visit kidsruntheoc.org
Skate to all of your favorite tunes while meeting locals and making friends. Led by a roller-skating coach and open for ages 20 and older.
Fountain Valley Skating Center at 9105 Recreation Circle, Fountain Valley. Friday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tickets $12. To register, visit www.meetup.com
This free screening, part of the Dana Point Film Festival, marks the 60th anniversary of “Endless Summer,” a surf documentary following surfers Mike Hynson and Robert August as they go around the world on their quest for the perfect wave.
Attendees must reserve their free tickets beforehand for entry.
Salt Creek Beach Park at 33333 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point. Friday, 4 p.m. Free. For tickets, visit danapointfilmfestival.eventive.org
The poster and a scene from the film “The Endless Summer” are seen in a file photo. (Courtesy of the Dana Point Film Festival)Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with margaritas, delicious tacos, and other Mexican treats, a free live mariachi show, and more at the Anaheim Packing District, an indoor marketplace chock full of small unique eateries and shops.
Anaheim MAKE at 500 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim. Friday, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free. For more information, visit www.anaheimpackingdistrict.com