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Baby Penguin; Pixar-Themed Hotel; Halloween Events: Saturday Smiles
Dog wins World's Cutest Rescue contest, humpbacks "dance" for whale watchers, teen wins best acting award, and more nice SoCal news.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — To keep your weekend light, Patch presents some positive Southern California stories from the past week — many that hopefully will brighten your day.
Animals
'Dancing' Humpbacks Wow Whale-Watching Tourists In South OC: Photos
A group of whale watchers were treated to a once-in-a-lifetime performance when humpbacks appeared to dance for them off the south OC coast.
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Emperor Penguin Chick Hatches At SeaWorld San Diego
The female chick is the first Emperor penguin chick to hatch at the theme park since 2010, SeaWorld officials said.
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Laguna Beach Pooch Wins PEOPLE's 'World's Cutest Rescue' Award
Hobie, the one-eyed rescue dog from Laguna Beach, was crowned the victor in PEOPLE's World's Cutest Rescue Dog contest.
Pet Adoption Fees Waived As County Animal Shelters Near Capacity
There are only a handful of kennels available for dogs at the Bonita and Carlsbad shelters, according to the Department of Animal Services.
Rare Monster-Looking Fish Washes Up On Orange County Beach
A Pacific football fish with a face fit for Halloween was found washed up on the shore at Newport Beach's Crystal Cove State Park.
Arts and Entertainment
14-Year-Old South OC Actress Claims 19th Best Acting Award
The South Orange County actress claimed two best acting awards from the Independent Shorts Awards this month.
The highlight of the Veterans Day celebration will be a 90-minute concert performed by the Temecula Valley Symphony.
'Mixed Feelings' Series Returns To Palm Springs Art Museum
The series features talks on seemingly unrelated topics that are somehow connected after all.
Palm Springs Art Museum's 'Artful Events' Series Kicks Off
Proceeds fund the museum's exhibitions, programming and institutional maintenance, according to officials.
Business
Disney's Pixar-Themed Hotel Opening Date Revealed
The transformation of Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel will be completed early 2024 and will be the "first fully Pixar-themed hotel in the U.S."
Fred Segal Returns To Santa Monica After 7 Years
After its last Santa Monica store closed seven years ago, Fred Segal is opening up a new storefront on Montana Avenue.
Kids Eat Free On Halloween At Applebee's In San Diego County
Customers can get a free kid's meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Renovations Underway At Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa
The project for client Trinity Real Estate Investments comes a year after the investment firm purchased the 36-acre Indian Wells property.
Community
Hardworking South OC Family Gets Free AC Unit Thanks To Local Business
The Mission Viejo family received a free AC unit and heating system earlier this month thanks to the Lennox Feel the Love Program.
Home Halloween Display Raises Supplies For People In Need In South OC
Rancho Santa Margarita resident James Gabbriellini has been hard at work all October setting up his annual Halloween display. How to visit.
Outreach Volunteers Who Care About The Environment Sought In RivCo
Help the earth by helping others become better recyclers and composters.
Events
The City of Mission Viejo’s annual Veterans Day observance is on Saturday, November 11 at the Norman P. Murray Community Center.
Coachella Valley Days of Los Muertos Begin
Eight local organizations will put up altars at Sunnylands Center and Gardens for the public to view.
Dia De Los Muertos Event To Return To SeaWorld San Diego
The weekend event, slated Nov. 3-5, will showcase the flavors and sounds of the holiday.
Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest Scheduled This Weekend In CatCity
The event will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday.
Pick Pumpkins, Make A Splash At Halloween Event
Laguna Beach residents are invited to the Spooktacular Splash and Cinema event Friday, Oct. 27. How to attend.
Thousands of people will flock to the Manhattan Beach Pier on Sunday for the 15th annual Sketchers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk.
Santee Lakes To Host First-Ever Spooktacular And Trunk-Or-Treat Event
The new event will feature a ghoulish day of games, a giant maze, face painting, creepy crafts, festive photo opportunities and more.
Halloween Events
Haunted Houses 2023: IE Guide To Halloween's Bone-Chilling Best
Attention, Inland Empire fear-seekers. This list is for you.
Haunted Houses 2023: LA Guide To Halloween's Bone-Chilling Best
Attention, Los Angeles County fear-seekers. This list is for you.
Haunted Houses 2023: OC Guide To Halloween's Bone-Chilling Best
Attention, Orange County fear-seekers. This list is for you.
Haunted Houses 2023: San Diego Guide To Halloween's Bone-Chilling Best
Attention, San Diego County fear-seekers. This list is for you.
Sports
4 Athletes Represent Riverside County In Pan American Games
Opening ceremonies for the 2023 games in Santiago, Chile, kicked off Friday.
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