Mission Viejo|News|
'Big Fat Greek Wedding' Star in Mission Viejo Saturday
Nia Vardalos will discuss life and motherhood as she promotes her new book "Instant Mom."

Email: peter.schelden (a) patch.com
Phone: 949-280-4719 | Hometown: Boulder City, Nevada (now Mission Viejo)
Hello, and welcome to the site. I edit and report on Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel and Dana Point for Patch.com.
I have spent my professional life writing news in suburban communities, mostly in South County. Before joining Patch I worked for the Orange County Register, where I covered San Juan, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo and Laguna Beach. I have also written for the Daily Sparks Tribune.
I studied British literature of the 18th century and will talk your ear off about Samuel Johnson if I am provoked. I also studied journalism.
Nia Vardalos will discuss life and motherhood as she promotes her new book "Instant Mom."

There are only two days left to sign up for the Battle of the Bands.
Nia Vardalos will discuss life and motherhood as she promotes her new book "Instant Mom."
The bestselling author with 30 Emmys will discuss her career and writing projects Thursday evening.
Councilman Dave Leckness spots some ghastly sights along the Oso Creek Trail as he describes the city's Oct. 19 campout.
Trial has been delayed of a tall ship captain accused of negligence after two women were injured from live cannon fire.
Read recent police calls made in Laguna Niguel and Dana Point
Craving dinner? Learn what food trucks are in Mission Viejo Wednesday night.
Check out all the highlights from Trabuco Hills High's challenging match against JSerra.