On Tuesday, March 19, the Mission San Juan Capistrano hosted its Return of the Swallows celebrations. The annual event marks the return of the famous swallows to the city with the ringing of the ...

Those who are familiar with the old crooners, will perhaps remember “When the Swallows Return to Capistrano.” It was first composed by Leon Rene, and performed in 1940 by the Ink Spots. It was quite ...

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I. Preparation for founding -- Patron saint -- Viceroy Bucareli -- Cross planted -- Indians pleased -- Work suspended -- Founding by Fr. Junipero Serra -- Threatened by savages -- Mission locality -- ...

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The traditional powwow also helped kick off a year-long celebration marking the 250th anniversary coming up in 2026 of the ...