Free Balloon Fest Passes; Roos; Ferris Wheels: Saturday Smiles

If you are looking for a lighter news story for your weekend, Patch is here to brighten your day.

25-Cent Bus Rides Kick Off This Summer For Students

• Youth under 19 years old, with ID, can ride anywhere on the Riverside Transit system --- and that includes trips to the beach!

Father's Day Car Show Is Not On Father's Day

• Heads up! There is a date change planned for the 2018 annual event in Murrieta.

Walkabout Australia Opens Friday At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

• Safari Park visitors will be able to stroll among kangaroos, wallabies, cassowaries, wombats and other Australian wildlife.

San Diego Gulls Coach Gets Contract Extension

• Coach Dallas Eakins has a 118-71-10-5 record and .615 points percentage in his three seasons with the Gulls.

San Diego Native To Play On U.S. Soccer Team

• Alejandro Guido is a graduate of Chula Vista's Mater Dei Catholic High School. He has played for Liga MX's Club Tijuana since 2012.

San Diego Staycation: Photo Of The Week

• Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

Create 'Ultimate Ice Cream Pie' For Memorial Day: RECIPE

• This sweet ice-cream-and-fudge concoction will be a sure-fire hit at your barbecues and parties.

Santa Ana Zoo 50 Monkeys Ferris Wheel Grand Opening Saturday

• This weekend at the Santa Ana Zoo, prepare to have more fun than a barrel of monkeys as you board the new Ferris Wheel, open May 26.

Student Didn't Throw Away Her Shot, Wins Pair Of Hamilton Tickets

• Orange County sophomore Iris Pena won 2 show tickets, after writing a "Hamilton" themed essay on overcoming challenges with cerebral palsy.

Laguna Beach Track And Field Represents At County Championships

• These Laguna Beach track and field stars were honored by the city for their exceptional work at the May 20th County Track & Field games

SEE: Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge To Open Next Summer

• It's not too far away, fans! Disneyland Resort offered a glimpse of the anticipated Galaxy's Edge, opening to visitors in summer of 2019.

West Coast Thunder 2018: Motorcyclists To Honor Vets In Ride

• The 19th annual "West Coast Thunder" is set for Memorial Day, May 28. Last year, more than 6,000 riders turned out.

Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Fest: Enter To Win 4 Free Passes!

• Treat your family or friends to a day of fun! Sign up for your free neighborhood morning newsletter to enter to win.

Early Voting Open This Weekend At 4 RivCo Locations

• Want to cast your ballot early for the June 5 election? Here's your chance.

All Around Temecula: 6 Reader Photos Of The Week

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Love Temecula? How About A Game Of 'Temecula-opoly'?

• YES, it's a real game!

2018 Summer 'Bookmobile' Schedule: Stops Slated In SWR

• The summer schedule will operate Monday — Friday to support neighborhoods without a nearby Library Branch or limited public transportation.

California's Most Popular Baby Names For 2017

• The Social Security Administration is out with its annual rankings of America’s most popular baby names. See what names dominate in CA.

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