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Don’t miss a special afternoon at Giracci Vineyards & Farms !

Join us on Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 12pm–4pm at Giracci Vineyards & Farms (16162 Jackson Ranch Road, Silverado, CA 92676) for an afternoon of wine, cheese, history, live music, vendors, and community — all in support of the Helena Modjeska Foundation.

Enjoy a wine and cheese tasting, followed by a special talk from Rob Brown, Modjeska Historian and Docent, on Madame Helena Modjeska and J.E. Pleasants, the original owner of the land where Giracci sits today. After the talk, guests will take part in a walking tour of the venue, exploring more of the property’s rich history and the story of the winery.

Following the talk and tour, we will hold a raffle with the chance to win a gift basket full of goodies, including a special “Golden Ticket” for a private tour for up to 10 guests at Modjeska’s historic home, Arden.

After the raffle, stay and enjoy the beautiful grounds, vendors, and live music. Please click the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot.

https://giracci.orderport.net/product-details/1173/arden-house--wine-and-tour

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April 11, 2026

Join us for Free Painting Lessons at Arden !

You are cordially invited to attend the "Create in the Park -- Blooming Art" event at Helena Modjeska residence (Arden) on Saturday April 11. There will be a professional artist teaching techniques for creating paintings of the flowers in the garden.

Click the flyer image below to open the printable PDF flyer for the event with more details.

To register for this event please follow the instructions on this page:
https://letsgooutside.org/activities/2026/04/11/create-in-the-park-2/

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October 11, 2025

Modjeska's Birthday Celebration

Come celebrate Helena Modjeska’s birthday at her historic home of Arden!

Helena Modjeska was one of America’s most famous Shakespearean actresses of the late 19th century. Her home, designed in 1888 by renowned New York architect Stanford White, is one of two National Historic Landmarks in Orange County.

Enjoy an opportunity to sample Polish food as well as watch a traditional Polish folk dance performance. Explore the iconic home and grounds with volunteers on site to share stories and answer questions about the property and Helena Modjeska.

This event is free with free parking, but reservations are required due to limited parking on-site. The registration page has the address and a map to the location. When you register you need to select your prefered time slot.

To register please visit: [CLICK THIS LINK >>] Modjeska's Birthday Celebration on OC Parks web site

Please contact the Old Courthouse park office at (714) 973-6605 or OldCourthouse@OCParks.com for questions or registration issues.