Upcoming events.
Swingin’ by the Sea
Join us on September 7th at the Community Center for live music from the 30s, 40s, and 50s by three swing-stational bands: James Intveld and The Swing Sinners, Amazing Wildcats and Mercedes Moore Band. Come dressed in your vintage best and dance the night away! The event includes dancing, dinner available for purchase, and a cash bar. Early birds can even take dance lessons! Don't miss out on this spectacular soiree', sure to be a sell out!
Tickets and more information available at Swinging by the Sea Tickets. Contact Mary Sykes with any questions at chiefster@cox.net.
Time Capsule Viewing
The Talega Maintenance Corporation will host a public viewing of our time capsule's contents on Monday, December 11th, from 10am to 5pm in the Fireplace Room at the Talega Swim & Athletic Club Clubhouse, 100 Calle Altea, San Clemente, CA 92673.
Quarterly Meeting - Open to all Members
Join us for our next quarterly meeting on Thursday, December 7th at 6pm in the Fireside Room of the Community Center. In honor of Ole’ Hanson Day on December 6th, our meeting will feature a presentation on – you guessed it – Ole Hanson! Larry Culbertson, our resident Ole expert, will share information and photographs on the astounding life and times of our town’s founding father. Additionally, we will be honoring a San Clemente resident for their preservation achievements with an Ole Hanson Preservation Award. Cookies and refreshments will be served. A small holiday boutique will offer items for sale in support of the Historical Society. Please invite your friends and family and join us.
Puttin' on the Glitz at Santa's Village by the Sea
In partnership with the City of San Clemente's 'Santa's Village by the Sea', 'Puttin' on the Glitz' is a festive holiday stroll down Avenida Del Mar. Enjoys carolers, street musicians, sweet treats, holiday shopping...and a special visit from St. Nick himself. Visit our booth to get your own special historic holiday treat.
Home Tour
The Home Tour is back and better than ever. Join us on October 14 from 12pm to 4pm as we celebrate and tour San Clemente’s historic “Ole Hanson” homes. Tickets and more information here.
Time Capsule
In conjunction with our Golden Anniversary celebration, we are creating a time capsule to be opened in 50 years. What do you want San Clemente residents in 2073 to know about our town?
Join The 2073 San Clemente Time Capsule Project!
We welcome HOAs to act as a community and submit a group entry. If you live in an HOA, please forward this email to The Board and Management Company Director.
Building community, one individual, family, and neighborhood at a time. Especially meaningful for children and students who can watch the opening of the time capsule and revisit what they placed inside.
What do you have to say to San Clemente residents 50 years from now about the feel of our town and your place in it?
Now, you, your family, and our community have a chance when you join the 2073 San Clemente Time Capsule Project.
Mail your life stories, photos, or mementos by Wednesday, December 6, 2023, to San Clemente Historical Society, PO Box 283, San Clemente, CA 92672-0283.
See what’s inside The 2073 Time Capsule on Monday, December 11, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at The Talega Swim & Athletic Club, 100 Calle Altea, San Clemente, 92673 or at the opening of the Time Capsule in 50 years!
More information is available at 949-429-8298, SC2073TimeCapsule@outlook.com.
Annual Meeting - Open to all Members
On Thursday September 14, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, we will hold our Annual Meeting in the Ole Hanson Fireside Room at the Community Center, 100 Calle Seville. Members will be voting for three Directors to serve a two year term on the Board. Our Nominating Committee is putting together a slate of candidates which will be posted in the September Newsletter. Following the election, our archivist, Jackie Dooley, will have a presentation on archiving. Jackie is a retired professional archivist so this promises to be a great presentation.
Village Art Faire and Historic Walking Tour
Visit our booth at the Community Center Lawn (100 N Calle Seville) on the first Saturday of every month to check out our amazing collection of historic photo prints and books about San Clemente. Plus, new Historic Society souvenirs. Look for us on the grassy knoll next to the Library.
Our Historic Walking Tour will begin at 9:20am. Meet us at the Historical Society Booth at the Village Art Faire (100 N Calle Seville) to learn about the vibrant history of Avenida Del Mar and surrounding buildings. Tours last around 45 minutes. We also offer private, group, or company tours for 5 or more people. Please email us to make an appointment.
Village Art Faire and Historic Walking Tour
Visit our booth at the Community Center Lawn (100 N Calle Seville) on the first Saturday of every month to check out our amazing collection of historic photo prints and books about San Clemente. Plus, new Historic Society souvenirs. Look for us on the grassy knoll next to the Library.
Our Historic Walking Tour will begin at 9:20am. Meet us at the Historical Society Booth at the Village Art Faire (100 N Calle Seville) to learn about the vibrant history of Avenida Del Mar and surrounding buildings. Tours last around 45 minutes. We also offer private, group, or company tours for 5 or more people. Please email us to make an appointment.
San Clemente Car Show
Join SCHS at the 26th San Clemente Car Show on Saturday September 10 from 10am to 3pm along Avenida Del Mar. We’ll have a booth set up to engage our community about San Clemente’s history. Be sure to check out our selection of historic photographs of San Clemente’s classic cars. View the event website for full details
Quarterly Meeting - Open to all Members
Join us for our Quarterly Meeting on June 8 from 6 to 8pm at the San Clemente Community Center. Our Quarterly Meetings are open to all Members. Our speaker will be Bob Minty of the Dana Point Historical Society. He will be giving a talk on Richard Henry Dana. He does an amazing in-character presentation and we are thrilled he will join us.
Village Art Faire and Historic Walking Tour
Visit our booth at the Community Center Lawn (100 N Calle Seville) on the first Saturday of every month to check out our amazing collection of historic photo prints and books about San Clemente. Plus, new Historic Society souvenirs. Look for us on the grassy knoll next to the Library.
Our Historic Walking Tour will begin at 9:20am. Meet us at the Historical Society Booth at the Village Art Faire (100 N Calle Seville) to learn about the vibrant history of Avenida Del Mar and surrounding buildings. Tours last around 45 minutes. We also offer private, group, or company tours for 5 or more people. Please email us to make an appointment.
Village Art Faire and Historic Walking Tour
Visit our booth at the Community Center Lawn (100 N Calle Seville) on the first Saturday of every month to check out our amazing collection of historic photo prints and books about San Clemente. Plus, new Historic Society souvenirs. Look for us on the grassy knoll next to the Library.
Our Historic Walking Tour will begin at 9:20am. Meet us at the Historical Society Booth at the Village Art Faire (100 N Calle Seville) to learn about the vibrant history of Avenida Del Mar and surrounding buildings. Tours last around 45 minutes. We also offer private, group, or company tours for 5 or more people. Please email us to make an appointment.
Village Art Faire and Historic Walking Tour
Visit our booth at the Community Center Lawn (100 N Calle Seville) on the first Saturday of every month to check out our amazing collection of historic photo prints and books about San Clemente. Plus, new Historic Society souvenirs. Look for us on the grassy knoll next to the Library.
Our Historic Walking Tour will begin at 9:20am. Meet us at the Historical Society Booth at the Village Art Faire (100 N Calle Seville) to learn about the vibrant history of Avenida Del Mar and surrounding buildings. Tours last around 45 minutes. We also offer private, group, or company tours for 5 or more people. Please email us to make an appointment.