Grab ’n’ Go Kids Planner: School’s in Session

This week brings several family-friendly events, including author events, a celebration of surf music and art and beach cleanups.

Where/When: , 100 Civic Center, Mission Viejo; 4 p.m. Wednesday
Why go: The children’s book author will read from her new series, Kindergators.
Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 1200 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach; 6 p.m. Thursday
Why go: Open to students and parents, educational consultant Cindy Muchnick discusses success in school through good study skills.
Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 105 W. Avenida Pico, San Clemente; 7 to 9 p.m. Friday
Why go: For San Clemente seventh and eighth graders only, celebrate the beginning of the school year with your friends.
Pricing: $4 in advance, $5 at the door

COASTAL CLEANUP DAY: SAN CLEMENTE ANDBEACHES
Where/When: 615 Avenida Victoria and 225 Avenida Califia, San Clemente, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday
Why go: Join in the county- and statewide effort to keep beaches and waterways clear of trash.
Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 241 Avenida la Pata, San Clemente; 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday
Why go: Enjoy live music and an expo of surf art that includes more than 100 booths.
Pricing: $15 for adults, $5 for children