Otter Birthday; WineFest; New Steakhouse: Saturday Smiles

CALIFORNIA — Did you have a stressful week? Slow doen and enjoy some of the lighter stories from Southern California this week.

Charlie, Oldest Sea Otter Living In A Zoo Or Aquarium, Turns 22

• Charlie is an aquarium ambassador, has contributed to scientific research and had a feature in a Guinness Book of World Records book.

Texas de Brazil Opens At The Shoppes In Carlsbad

• Arrive hungry! The Brazilian-style steakhouse is known for its flame-grilled meats and "continuous dining" experience.

OCWineFest: A Stone’s Throw Winery in San Juan Capistrano

• Sip wine at the historic property, and support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Kids Konnected and the Swanner House Restoration Foundation.

San Diego Co. Credit Union Raises Nearly $14K For Animal Shelters

• Donations were collected at local branches during the “Presents for Paws” campaign.

SpaceX Completes Historic Mission, Plans For Astronauts In Space

• Watch the Crew Dragon, meant to carry astronauts, splash down in the Atlantic Ocean.

Disneyland Announces Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Opening Dates

• Plan your trip to Disneyland this summer for the grand opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge! What are you MOST looking forward to about it?

Carlsbad Named Among America’s Best Cities To Live

• A new set of rankings from the website Niche rated the best places to live in 2019, and Carlsbad is on it!

Kite Festival Returns To Redondo Beach Pier

• Bring your kites and be ready to win some prizes, listen to live music, watch demonstrations and more.

Anne Frank's Stepsister To Meet Nazi-Saluting Newport Teens

• It's a teachable moment for Newport Harbor students, who will get a lesson in tolerance from Anne Frank's stepsister, a Holocaust survivor.

New Killer Whale Species Possibly Discovered: Scripps

• The whales, called Type D, were something of a legend until possibly spotted by scientists off the coast of Chile. SEE VIDEO ...

Cult Classic 'Cruel Intentions' Returns To Theaters For One Week

• The movie will be in theaters nationwide to celebrate the film's 20th anniversary.

Registration Begins For 2019 Online Property Auction

• More than 700 properties, including homes and timeshares, will be available to bidders, San Diego County treasurer-tax collector said.

8 Activities To Do During 'Golden Hour' In Santa Monica

• The clock springs forward March 10 – here are some ideas to soak up the extra hour of daylight.

'Sweet Rose' Is Glendora 2018 Citizen Of The Year

• Glendora's Chamber of Commerce has announced Roze Wentz as the citizen of the year.

Local Researchers Make Advances In Acne Studies

• Human skin conditions simulated in mice could lead to therapies and vaccines for individuals, scientists said.

Marine Corps Jr. ROTC Program To Host Burger Night Fundraiser

• Redondo Union High School's MCJOTC program is hosting their first fundraiser of the year at American Legion Post 184.

San Clemente Boys Soccer Earns CIF Division 1 Title

• It was high school soccer at its finest in San Clemente. The finals of the CIF Southern California Division 1 Game, vs. Cathedral, won in OT

Monrovia Middle School Fundraising For New Soccer Uniforms

• Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet School soccer teams are looking to raise $1,500 for new soccer uniforms.

Stolen Chihuahua Returned To Loving Family, Suspect Arrested

• When a passerby saw a man being cruel to a dog, she said something and called in the Santa Ana police. Now, the sweet pup is going home.

'Take The Friendly Road' Initiative Encourages Safe Drivers

• The City is distributing 2,000 lawn signs to Santa Monica households in March.