San Clemente, CA – Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is proud to announce that the institution netted in excess of $130,000 for its artistic and educational programs at the annual Toast to the Casa gala. Funds from the gala also support the preservation of the historic Ole Hanson home and maintenance for its 2.5 acres of coastal botanical gardens. Toast to the Casa 15th Anniversary Crystal Ball: Fortune Favors the Brave was held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 from 5:30pm to 10:00pm. Fred Swegles of the Orange County Register detailed the evening in his feature, “‘Toast to the Casa’ celebrates 15 […]

Casa Romantica was excited to host its Bee’s Knees: 90th Birthday Bash as part of its D. Yoder Family Sunday series on September 3, 2017. Guests received an experience to remember, as they arrived in 1920s attire, were greeted at the door by Ole and Nellie Hanson look-alikes with “Happy 90th Birthday Casa Romantica” buttons, engaged in 1920s family-fun games, ate birthday cake, and were serenaded by the Happiness Band. The highlight of the event was the presentation of a dedication certificate by California Assemblyman Bill Brough from the Office of Senator Bates, recognizing Casa Romantica as an historic landmark, and commemorating the founding […]

Are you looking for something family-friendly to do this weekend? Come enjoy historical tours, a 1920s costume contest and board games, birthday cake, and a resolution presentation by Assemblyman Bill Brough, all in honor of Casa Romantica’s 90th birthday bash on Sunday, September 3. Casa Romantica is excited to announce that our 90th birthday bash has been featured in the Orange County Register alongside other highly esteemed local cultural festivities, such as the Beach Street Dance Festival and the annual Orange International Street Fair. Additional details regarding Casa Romantica’s 90th birthday bash may be found by following the link to the article […]

“History seeps from every nook and cranny of the former home of San Clemente’s founder,” notes Eric Heinz, City Editor of the San Clemente Times in his recent article regarding Casa Romantica’s upcoming 90th birthday celebration. On Sunday, September 3, 2017, Casa Romantica will host its Bee’s Knees: 90th Birthday Bash in conjunction with its D. Yoder Family Sundays series to celebrate not only the history of the home as a landmark, but also the growth of the cultural center as an artistic and educational institution in recent years. “It’s so wonderful to welcome the members and non-members of the community here,” states Casa Romantica Board […]