Guitarist Eric Henderson to Play

Laguna Niguel Presbyterian Church will present classical guitarist Eric Henderson as part of its Performing Arts Series at 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $7. The church is at 30071 Ivy Glenn Drive, Laguna Niguel. (714) 249-1218.

The Jewish Community Center of Orange County and members of the Hadarim singing group will host Yom Ha Zikaron: Israel Memorial Day event at 7 p.m. Wednesday at JCC. This year’s program will center on Israel’s 50th anniversary.

Today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the JCC will celebrate Israel’s anniversary with a fair at UCI’s Aldrich Park. Attractions include a carnival, petting zoo, arts and crafts and face painting. A concert featuring the Gevatron Choir, a group of 20 singers from Israel. Cost is $18 for adults and $10 for children with advanced registration or $25 / $15 the day of the event.

There will also be a Parade / Walk, sponsored by the Jewish National Fund, before the fair. Aldrich Park is at the UCI campus, University Drive, Irvine. (714) 755-0340. The center is at 250 E. Baker St., Costa Mesa. (714) 755-0340.

Congregation B’nai Tzedek will welcome home its rabbi, Stephen J. Einstein from a six-month sabbatical as he leads a family service at 6 p.m. Friday. He will then speak on “The Ethics of Assisted Suicide” at 7 p.m. May 3 as part of an Ethics series. The congregation is at 9669 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley. (714) 963-4611.

Church Women United will celebrate its “Widening the Circle of Hospitality” May Fellowship Day at 10 a.m. Friday at the Rancho Capistrano Lakeside Room. The event will encourage participants to widen their circle of awareness and hospitality to people in their neighborhoods. There will be a luncheon at noon for $15. Rancho Capistrano is at 29251 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. (714) 498-2309.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church will continue its weekly “Serendipity” discussion series at 8 p.m. Wednesday. The Rev. Bill Flanagan will speak on “Thinking About Remarriage: The Reasons, the Risks, the Rewards.” A $3 donation is requested. The church is at 600 St. Andrews Road, Newport Beach. (714) 631-2880.

Presbyterian Church of the Master will present “A Jungle Jamboree” featuring the New Life Master Singers and the Children’s and Cherub Choirs at 7 p.m. Sunday. An ice cream social will follow.

The Women’s Assn. will have its 24th annual Women’s Retreat Friday through May 3 at the Forest Home Christian Conference Center, Forest Falls. The church is at 26051 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo. (714) 582-2670.

The Hebrew Academy will have a Silver Gan Israel Day Camp Open House at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday and from noon to 3 p.m. May 3. The camp, which offers programs for children of all ages, has recently added a 30- by 70-foot roller hockey rink. The academy is at 14401 Willow Lane, Westminster. (714) 898-0051.

The Rev. Karen Stoyanoff, ministerial candidate, will lead the worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church. A welcoming potluck for Stoyanoff and her family will take place at 5:30 p.m. today. At 3 p.m. Sunday, the church will have its third annual Choir Festival, conducted by Kendra Wohlert. A $5 donation is suggested. The church is at 1259 Victoria St., Costa Mesa. (714) 646-4652.

The Rev. Margaret Mohit will continue her “Creating an Uncommon World” series with the message “Construction in Progress” at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday at the Unity Community Church. Sunday school classes and nursery care will be provided. The church is at 22911 Mill Creek Road, Laguna Hills. (714) 472-9230.

St. Francis Guild of St. Francis Home will host a Spaghetti Dinner and Bake Sale from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. St. Francis Home is a board and care facility for 70 senior women. Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12. St. Francis is at 1718 W. 6th St., Santa Ana. (714) 524-0381.

St. John’s Lutheran Church will present the Cathedral Singers and Harmonia Baroque Ensemble in a Baroque Festival concert at 7 p.m. Sunday. A freewill offering will be taken. Child care will be provided. The church is at 185 S. Center St., Orange. (714) 288-4400.

The Rev. Suzanne B. Dougherty and Dave Kinnear will speak on “Men’s Spirituality” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist Church of South County. There will be an “early-bird” discussion on “The Crisis in Iraq” at 9:30 a.m. The church is at 25801 Obrero Drive, Suite 8, Mission Viejo. (714) 581-0245.

The Rev. Joseph Robillard, of St. Joachim Parish, will lead a Mass of the Holy Spirit at 7 p.m. Tuesday at St. Polycarp Catholic Church. The evening will provide an opportunity for renewal and reconciliation. The church is at 8100 Chapman Ave., Stanton. (714) 897-6306.

Ocean Hills Community Church will dedicate its new facilities and celebrate 19 years of ministry during ceremonies at 8:30 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday. A reception brunch will follow each service. The church is at 32222 Del Obispo St., San Juan Capistrano. (714) 496-7411.

Rick and Mary Jenison will present a “Re-Focus: Growing in Your Relationship With Your Spouse” marriage enrichment program from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Irenaeus Church. Cost is $5 per couple. The church is at 5201 Evergreen Ave., Cypress. (714) 826-0760.

Hugh Hewitt, co-host of KCET-TV’s “Life and Times,” will discuss the National Day of Prayer during the Newport Mesa Irvine Interfaith Council meeting from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday at the Balboa Bay Club. Cost is $15 and lunch is $5. Reservations are required. The club is at 1221 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. (714) 660-8665.

The Women’s Ministry of Calvary Church of Santa Ana will host a “Women’s Night Out” at 7 p.m. Thursday. David Stoop, psychologist and radio show host, will speak on “Setting Your Spirit Free Through Forgiveness.” The event is free. The church is at 1010 N. Tustin Ave, Santa Ana.(714) 973-4800.

The Rev. Chris Schriner will lead a “This I Believe” service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Laguna Beach. Five members will present their personal credos. A religious education program for children age 5 to 12 will take place during the service. The center is at 429 Cypress Drive, Laguna Beach. (714) 497-4568.

The Rev. Joe Scerbo, , a Franciscan Friar of the Atonement, will lead a Healing Mass and Service at 7:30 p.m. Monday at St. Angela Merici Church. Those suffering from emotional, physical or spiritual illness or those concerned for someone who is, are encouraged to attend. The church is at 585 S. Walnut Ave., Brea. (714) 525-1774.

Shannon Peck will discuss “Healing Your Body Through Prayer Alone” at 10 a.m. today at First Church of Christ, Scientist. Peck helped organize the Heal Crime and Violence community project in Los Angeles. The church is at 521 N. Euclid St., La Habra. (714) 738-1484.

A Yom Ha’atzmaut (Israel Independence Day) Birthday Bash Extravaganza will take place at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Hyatt Newporter as part of the Orange County Celebration Jubilee. The Women’s Division of the Jewish Federation of Orange County have planned an evening of dinner, dancing and entertainment to celebrate Israel’s 50th anniversary. Tickets are $75 per person. The Hyatt Newporter is at 1107 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach. (714) 755-5555, Ext. 228.

Temple Beth Emet will offer group Bible studies from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through May 26 in Room 4 of the Temple at 1770 W. Cerritos Ave., Anaheim. Information: (714) 772-4720.

“Everyman,” a “rock opera,” will have its West Coast premiere at 8 p.m. Friday at Trinity United Presbyterian Church. Additional performances are May 2 and 3 at 8 p.m. Cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children. Care for children to 5 years will be provided. The church is at 13922 Prospect Ave., Santa Ana. (714) 544-7850.

The Sonshine Singers, Proclamation, Hosanna Handbells and Sanctuary Bell Choir will present the annual Celebration Concert at 4 p.m. Sunday at United Methodist Church of Garden Grove. A $5 donation will be taken at the door. The church is at 12741 Main St., Garden Grove. (714) 534-1070.