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Helpful
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 EMERGENCY
SERVICES
For
Emergencies: Dial 911
Non-emergency information: 949-770-6011
Non-emergency
information:
Police Department:
Orange
County Sheriff
phone: 949-770-6011
Fire
Department:
Fire Protection and Emergency Services
are provided by the Orange
County Fire Authority (OCFA).
phone: (714) 573-6000
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 LIBRARIES
El
Toro Library
24672 Raymond Way
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 855-8173
Offers:
Children's programs, computers, storytime
The
Friends of the El Toro Library operate
a used book store adjacent to the library;
proceeds help fund library programs
and materials..
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Places
of Worship
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 TerraNova
Church
TerraNova
Church is a fresh, new community of Christ
followers in South Orange County who are
passionately committed to loving God and
loving people.
Join
us this weekend!
Saturdays @ 5pm
Sundays @ 9:30 am and 11:00 am
We
offer classes and experiences for kids
and teens, infant through grade 12. Check
out our website for more information!
7 Whatney, in Lake Forest / Irvine
949-458-2424
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Education
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Preschools
in Lake Forest
 Fulbright
Montessori Academy
Preschool
through First Grade
Serving Foothill Ranch, Lake Forest,
Irvine, and surrounding areas.
At
Fulbright Montessori, they are committed
to the education of the heart and mind
of their children in an atmosphere of
kindness, respect and intellectual discovery!
Fulbright Montessori is a beautiful, must-see
facility with a private and convenient
location off of Bake Parkway in the Pacific
Commercentre Business Park area. Fulbright
Montessori offers a highly educated and
caring staff, potty training, keyed entry,
summer camp, extended care, Spanish, music,
art, computers and much more!!!
 Orange
Tree Christian Preschool
Nurturing
young children in the love of Jesus Christ
and providing each child with a positive
introduction to formal education, Orange
Tree believes a child's first school experience
is important because it lays the foundation
for all future educational experiences.
They provide an encouraging atmosphere
conducive to individual growth and development
with the belief that each child is a unique
gift of God. Their approach involves the
whole child with the recognition that
each one develops at their own rate. They
strive to provide and environment that
is safe, loving and rich in opportunities
for learning and growth through age appropriate,
hand-on activities.
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Hospitals
& Health Care
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Parks
& Recreation
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Mountain
Biking / Cycling:
Whiting
Ranch: Very
popular for the novice rider. Please use
caution when riding. Especially if you
are a beginner. You'll have to learn what
your limits are and when to slow down.
A little bit of info for advanced riders
Directions:
Exit Interstate 5 at Lake Forest
Drive and head east for 4-5 miles until
you get to Portola Ave. Go left on Portola,
past Bake Ave. and turn into the Ralph's
parking lot on the right hand side.
Towards the far left end of the parking
lot you will see the entrance to the
park and designated parking. Make sure
you put money in the box or it can cost
you a big fat ticket.
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Parking
costs: $2.00 in the lot.
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Facilities:
Off of the parking area
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Difficulty:
Beginner to intermediate
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Trail
Users: Mostly bikers, but equestrians
are common, hikers also are present
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Shopping
& Services
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 SHOPPING
Lake
Forest Shopping:
The
Arbor on El Toro
- Starts on El Toro Rd east of the
5 Freeway - Newly constructed, includes
apparel, Coffee Houses & dining,
fitness club, home furnishings &
more.
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Laguna
Hills Mall
- Laguna Hills - Easy to get to,
easy to shop. Anchor stores include
Macys, JCPenney and Sears. (5 minutes
away)
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The
Shops at Mission Viejo - Showcase
mall with Nordstrom's, Sak's and more.
(10 minutes away)
More
Orange County Shopping
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Wine
Shops & Wine Tasting in Lake Forest:
 The
Wine Artist - Lake Forest
The Ultimate Private Party Place!
At this stunning Tuscan-themed winery,
you will indulge in everything wine: wine
tasting, wine making, bottling and personalized
wine bottles. Think of the fun you will
have tasting wine and bottling your own
personal vintage with family and friends
- a truly unforgettable experience! Known
for its impeccable service, The Wine Artist
is the perfect setting for milestone birthday
parties, client events, corporate teambuilding
events, intimate wedding receptions and
rehearsal dinners.
 Hamilton
Oaks Vineyard
Trabuco Canyon
Tucked
in Trabuco Canyon, Hamilton Oaks Winery
is producing international award winning
wine right here in Orange County. Created
with handcrafted winemaking equipment
and aged in French Oak Barrels, Hamilton
Oaks Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are
exquisite as are the Barbera and Mélange
Du Sud. Award Winning Port, and Excellent
Syrah are also now available. Served in
Orange County's finest restaurants, these
wines must be experienced and shared as
one of Orange Counties hidden treasures.
Please
visit their tasting room in beautiful
Trabuco Canyon. Open by appointment only.
New!
- Join the Hamiliton Oaks Wine Club. Membership
lets you enjoy great wines delivered conveniently
and automatically to your doorstep! Approximately
four bottles are shipped twice a year.
No membership fees, annual cost of wine
is $85 + shipping.
Tasting room Open by appointment
Please call for details - (949) 459-6913
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Restaurants
& Dining
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Orange County Restaurants
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Nearby
Hotels & Lodging
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Information,
phone numbers, shopping & services
in Lake Forest
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