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Discounted Disneyland Tickets; Holiday Events: Saturday Smiles
Last Chuck E. Cheese "Make Believe Band," Princess Diana's blouse up for auction, teachers awarded grants, 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.
Arts and Entertainment
Princess Diana's 'Engagement' Blouse Is Up For Auction At Julien's
Worn by Diana in a portrait used to announce her engagement to Prince Charles, the blouse was designed by the team behind her wedding gown.
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Business
Disneyland Offers Special Pricing For SoCal Residents
The special ticket offer applies exclusively to Southern California residents, Disneyland Resort officials said.
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DoorDash Brings Reusable Delivery Containers To LA Restaurants
After you eat your food, a courier picks up the container, which is washed and sanitized before being used for another restaurant delivery.
Last Chuck E. Cheese 'Make Believe Band' Standing Is In SoCal
The large animatronic band has been a holdover family fun pizza party franchise for 40 years. Now, you can only find them in Northridge.
Manufacturer Of Self-Driving Shuttle Buses Setting Up HQ In RivCo
Ohmio currently operates all-electric autonomous buses in Australia, Luxembourg, New York City, New Zealand and South Korea.
Temecula's Brick-And-Mortar Businesses Have New Funding Opportunity
The city's inaugural "Level Up Training-and-Funding Grant Program" includes thousands of dollars in grants for eligible businesses.
Wildomar's Annual 'Holiday Lights Home Decorating Contest' Underway
There are three categories to compete in for 2023: Traditional, Clark Griswold, and Best Inflatable.
Community
Compass Real Estate Gives $30K To Rancho Coastal Humane Society
"By working together, we are helping people and their pets at the same time," said Judi Sanzo, president of Rancho Coastal Humane Society.
Oldest Living 'Rose Queen' Dies At 102: Her Life, Celebrated
The Tournament of Roses Foundation announced the death of the oldest living Rose Queen, Margaret Jayne Huntley Main.
Pickleball Court Reservations, Play Sessions Now Open At Memorial Park
Pickleball players in Santa Monica can now book court time at Memorial Park and participate in sessions with other players.
Ronnie's House For Hope Receives $25K Grant From Berger Foundation
The grant marks a pivotal time for the nonprofit, which recently moved into a Palm Desert facility.
San Diego County Receives $375K In Grants For Pedestrian, Child Car Seat Safety
Both grant programs will run through September 2024.
Santee Recognized For Excellence In Financial Reporting
"The Finance Department strives to carry out our fiscal responsibilities with accountability, professionalism and integrity."
SoCal Ski Resort Opens For The Season
Mountain High, located 90 minutes from LA, opens for the ski season this week.
Events
31st Annual Indio International Tamale Festival Spicing It Up
The festival will be held Saturday and Sunday between 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Miles Avenue Park, 82524 Miles Ave.
Christmas, Hanukkah Celebrations Return To Sesame Place San Diego
The Chula Vista-based theme park is celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah this holiday season.
'Lights At The Lakes' Holiday Show Kicks Off Friday At Santee Lakes
See photos of the drive-through light show, which features a mile of dazzling light displays synchronized to holiday music.
Rotary Club Of Carlsbad's Tree Lighting Ceremony To Return Sunday
The event will kick off with the arrival of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus in an antique fire engine, the Rotary Club of Carlsbad said.
Reimagined 'Lightscape' Returns To San Diego Botanic Garden
Lightscape illuminates Encinitas-based San Diego Botanic Garden with new artistic installations throughout a one-mile walking trail.
Winter WNDRland: Iced In! features icy interpretations of fan-favorite WNDR Museum installations.
Volunteers Needed For Litter Free La Mesa Event
A litter cleanup will take place along Alvarado Avenue.
Schools
2 Carlsbad Unified High Schools Earn AP School Honor Roll Accolades
Carlsbad High School and Sage Creek High School received awards.
2 Grossmont Union High Schools Earn AP School Honor Roll Accolades
Steele Canyon High School in Spring Valley and West Hills High School in Santee received awards.
4 San Dieguito Union High Schools Earn AP School Honor Roll Accolades
Canyon Crest Academy, La Costa Canyon High School, San Dieguito High School Academy and Torrey Pines High School received awards.
5 Encinitas 'Rising Stars' Honored During Chamber Of Commerce Event
The Rising Star program is a monthly breakfast that honors seniors from high schools in the San Dieguito Union High School District.
10 San Diego County Teachers Get Grants From North Island Credit Union
The grants, totaling $5,000, will support a variety of class projects in the San Diego region.
CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Receives Grant For 'Street Medicine' Program
The nursing program assists vulnerable Coachella Valley community members.
San Diego College Of Continuing Education Receives $1.175M Welding Grant
The funding from BlueForge Alliance is part of a nationwide effort addressing a shortage of skilled welders.
Sports
SDSU Taps Colorado's Sean Lewis As Next Head Football Coach
"San Diego State University, my family and I can't express how excited we are to be joining this incredible community," Sean Lewis said.
Travel
Palm Springs Sees 35K Travelers Depart From Airport Thanksgiving Week
Over the Thanksgiving holiday, the desert's growing airport was bursting with travelers looking for parking, food, and flights.
Weekend Events
IE Weekend: 'Magic Lights' Drive-Thru; Living Nativity; Polar Express
Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, Dec. 2-3, throughout the Inland Empire? Patch has you covered.
LA Weekend: Festive Zoo Lights; 2 Holiday Parades; Aquarium Santa
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