sjc250, 26801 Old Mission Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA (2026)

06/01/2026

Andrew Stroscher
Fourth-generation
San Juan Capistrano resident

Date and Time

Sunday, June 14th, 2026
1:30PM-3:00PM

Topic

Step into the late 19th and 20th centuries to explore San Juan Capistrano’s “recent” history and uncover the fascinating evolution of the city. This presentation takes a close look at the community as a whole, with a special focus on East Downtown—an area rich with stories of change, growth, and local life.

Learn how this vibrant neighborhood developed over time, meet the people who shaped it, and see how the past continues to influence San Juan Capistrano today.

Program Schedule

1:30PM – Arrival and light refreshments
Heritage Bites: Culinary Echoes of SJC Farms
2:00PM–3:00PM – Presentation with Q&A

Admission

Free with reservations
Space is limited

Reservations and Information

For more information or to reserve your spot , go to sjc250.org

06/01/2026

The SJC250 committee was recognized by the San Juan Capistrano City Council for their continuous efforts to showcase San Juan Capistrano along side the Mission San Juan Capistrano in celebration of 250 yrs of the USA and Mission San Juan Capistrano.
The creative mind of Rich Heiman from the The Alliance for San Juan Art developed along with others a Student Art Exhibit. For more information take a look at the sjc250.org website for all things SJC250!
Thank you Evan Burgher from Thatch Creative for the action shots!

05/29/2026

Take the FREE Historical Trolley Tour in downtown with members for the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society
Hop aboard for a fun, story-filled ride through the heart of SJC with a tour guide and discover the fascinating people and places that shaped San Juan Capistrano.
Register on the website at https://sjc250.org/trolley/

04/18/2026

Join us 04/26/2026 ......

None of the popular dishes of either the first people of California or the Spaniards of the Mission period are common today. Why? How did the native people survive in the many environments of the state, and how did the introduction of agriculture change their lives? What delicacies did the pleasure-loving Californian Dons enjoy in their haciendas, and why did their cuisine die out so quickly after the USA annexed the territory? Culinary historian Richard Foss presents an insightful survey of food ways that were nearly lost but are attracting new attention in the 21st century.

Event is free with registration. Space is limited.

1:30PM – Arrival and light refreshments
Heritage Bites: Culinary Echoes of Early Califonia
Prepared by Farm Dinner Los Angeles
2:00PM–3:00PM – Presentation with Q&A

Located at the SJC Community Center
25925 Camino Del Avion
San Juan Capistrano, 92675

04/15/2026

Take the FREE Historical Trolley Tour in downtown with members for the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society
Hop aboard for a fun, story-filled ride through the heart of SJC with a tour guide and discover the fascinating people and places that shaped San Juan Capistrano.
Register on the website at https://sjc250.org/trolley/

04/14/2026

In addition to the SJC250 committee events throughout the year- sjc250.org , the Mission San Juan Capistrano, CA has a list of events celebrating 250 yrs of the Mission and 250 yrs of the U.S.A

04/13/2026

The Plaza Art Gallery in San Juan Capistrano, CA
For 1 month starting April 23rd 2026 the art work will be on display at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, CA -
Public Exhibition at the Silvas Adobe

Thank you Ted Rosenfeldt from the PLAZA ART GALLERY for donating his services to mount our entries!
Photos courtesy of Rick Valasek at PicRick.com

More details : https://sjc250.org/art-contest/

Pictured (from left to right):
Carter Deck, Charles Bean, and Ted Rosenfeldt

04/05/2026

Celebrating 250 years of Mission San Juan Capistrano and the enduring spirit of the United States 🇺🇸
Right here in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, history isn’t just something we read about… it’s something we live, walk through, and celebrate every day.
For 250 years, the Mission has stood as a symbol of resilience, culture, and community—bringing people together through generations. From its beautiful architecture to the stories held within its walls, it reminds us how deeply rooted this town truly is.
As we celebrate this incredible milestone alongside our country, it’s a moment to reflect on where we’ve been, appreciate where we are, and look forward to what’s ahead.
Proud to be part of a community that honors its history while continuing to grow.
✨ Have you visited the Mission recently?
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