Mission Viejo Library Celebrates 25 Years With Gala

MISSION VIEJO, CA — The Mission Viejo Library is turning 25 this year, and the Friends of the Library are hosting a celebratory 25th Anniversary Gala on Oct. 7 to commemorate the event.

The gala will celebrate the library's first quarter-century, as well as the Friends of the Library's contributions to the Mission Viejo community.

Originally opening in October 1997, the Mission Viejo Library had a collection of 65,000 items, 44,000 cardholders and a 27,000-square-foot building. Twenty-five years later, the library has grown steadily.

Today, the collection includes more than 150,000 items, almost 200,000 cardholders and a generous expansion to the library itself.

In addition, the library has expanded its reach and support to the community by offering interactive programs for all ages, including story-times, book clubs and bestselling author events.

The Mission Viejo Library 25th Anniversary Gala takes place Friday, Oct. 7 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Mission Viejo Library. Residents can purchase tickets at $75 per single admission or $125 for a pair. Tickets can be purchased online and prices include food, drinks and music.

According to a city news release, the first 75 tickets purchased will receive a special event gift. Proceeds from the gala go straight toward the Friends of the Mission Viejo Library.

For more information, contact 949-830-7100, ext. 5105 or libreference@cityofmissionviejo.org.