Community Corner
Raccoon Siblings Reunited; Mickey's Toontown Express: Saturday Smiles
Game show contestants win big, $15,000 lottery ticket sold, Hollywood Sign's 100th birthday, 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
Orphaned Raccoon Siblings Reunited In Mission Viejo
A small litter of raccoon siblings without their mother were reunited in Mission Viejo, thanks to the city's Animal Services Center.
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San Diego Humane Society Sets New Record With Dogs In Shelters
To help pups find forever families, the organization is hosting a "Pick Your Pup and Your Price" adoption promotion Friday through Sunday.
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Arts and Entertainment
Kali's Long-Hidden Images Get Viewing Party In Palm Springs
The party will get underway at 6 p.m. for Palm Springs Art Museum members and 7 p.m. for non-members on Nov. 18.
La Mesa Kidney Donor Wins, Raises Awareness On 'Let's Make A Deal'
"I'm really excited to bring awareness and save some lives," La Mesa resident Eryn Roberts said on the show.
Laguna Concert Band Holds 'Sailing With Whales' To Benefit PMMC
The benefit concert will solicit donations for the Pacific Marine Mammal Center's $14-million expansion project.
Latin Music Returns To Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
Noches De Fuego features GRUPO METÁL with Chris Perez at the Rock Yard, on Sunday, Nov. 5 in. Indio.
New Kids 'Magic Summer' Concert Planned For Southern California: Dates
The New Kids are stepping foot on stages across SoCal in 2024 with special guests Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff: How to buy presale tickets.
North County Woman Wins Sizzling Prizes On 'Let's Make A Deal'
"I was just so happy to experience being on 'Let's Make a Deal' and having Wayne Brady call my name," Oceanside resident Emily Reed said.
Business
Disneyland, Alaska Airlines Introduce 'Mickey's Toontown Express" Jet
It's a wrap! The newly bedecked Alaska Airlines plane will fly visitors from Seattle to Orange County with a touch of Disney magic.
Robert Renzoni Winemaker Tests Ancient Winemaking For 2023 Harvest
After the fall harvest and crush, winemaker Olivia Bue and winery owner Robert Renzoni trialed a time-honored winemaking practice in 2023.
Community
$15K SuperLotto Plus Ticket Sold In La Mesa
Supervisor Chuck Washington tours the Animal Friends of the Valleys facility and the under-construction spay and neuter clinic next door.
Carlsbad Police Department Gets Grant For Traffic Safety Programs
The $200,000 grant will support enforcement and education programs to help reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on local roads.
City Seeks Donations For Adopted Marines In Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo residents can get a head start supporting the annual Adopt-A-Marine program in their town.
Friends Of Temecula Libraries Seeks Your 'Letters To Military'
You can drop off your unsealed letters through Nov. 30 at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library.
Get Cash For Candy: The Super Dentists Hosts Candy Buy-Back Program
Children will receive $1 for each pound of candy they bring in through Monday.
Hollywood Sign At 100: A History Of The Icon's First Century
Civic leaders celebrated the Hollywood Sign's 100th birthday on Oct. 31. Here's a rundown of the highs and lows of the centenarian's life.
Laguna Ocean Foundation Celebrates 20 Years Of Nonprofit Work
The Laguna Ocean Foundation celebrated its anniversary on Oct. 26 with a special night at the Ocean Institute in Dana Point.
Murrieta's Field Of Honor Opens This Weekend At Town Square Park
Thousands of American flags will be on display Nov. 4-11. Each flag honors someone who served or is serving.
Newly-Restored Cottages At Crystal Cove Conservancy To Soft Open
Eight newly restored cottages at the Crystal Cove Conservancy will open to the public after a soft opening starting Monday, Nov. 13.
NASA Grants $900K To College Of The Desert For Mars Research
COD is one of only two community colleges in the nation to receive the prestigious "M-Star Grant Award."
San Diego Blood Bank To Donate Meals To Food Bank For Donations In November
"This is a great way for people to double their impact as we head into the holiday season."
Thanksgiving Up High, Palm Springs Style
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway announces its Thanksgiving holiday scoop: schedules, menus.
USNS Robert F. Kennedy Christened In San Diego
"Bobby Kennedy represents hope for a better future, a future of equality, justice and unity," said Rear Admiral Brendan McLane.
Vets Celebrated At Pechanga Resort Casino This Veteran's Day
Pechanga is offering active and retired military guests a $30 gift card and resort discounts. Read more for details.
Events
16th Annual Fall Family Festival Coming To Indio
Festival organizers expect more than 2,000 attendees at the venue, which will be lined with more than 50 family-oriented exhibitors.
The runDisney events are planned for Disneyland Resort in 2024, offering themed kids races, yoga, a 5K, 10K and 1/2 marathon.
Holiday Shop, Support Local South OC Artists In Mission Viejo
Orange County residents can get a head-start on holiday shopping by saving the date for the annual Gifts & Goodies Holiday Boutique.
San Diego County Residents Can Trade Guns For Gift Cards At Event
The Sheriff's Department, District Attorney's Office and Carlsbad Police Department are working to get unwanted guns off the streets.
Santa's Arrival And Lighting Ceremony Nov. 26 In Mission Viejo: Save The Date
See the latest announcement from the City of Mission Viejo.
According to event organizers, 40 trout will be tagged for prizes from Phenix Rods.
Schools
Professor Inducted Into Steinway & Sons Music Teacher Hall Of Fame
Cal State San Marcos music professor Dr. Ching-Ming Cheng was inducted into the Steinway & Sons Music Teacher Hall of Fame.
Sports
Pepperdine Basketball Game Will Benefit PCH Crash Victims' Memorial
All ticket-sale proceeds will benefit a fund set up in memory of the four Pepperdine seniors who were killed in a PCH crash last month.
US Women's National Soccer Team Defeats Colombia At Snapdragon Stadium
Former Patrick Henry High School and San Diego Surf SC standout Mia Fishel scored her first goal with the U.S. women's national team.
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