Rehabilitated Turtle; Surfer Dogs; Resilience Funds: Saturday Smiles

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

Adoption Fees Slashed This Weekend At San Diego Humane Society

Adoption fees for adult dogs and cats will be $20 on Saturday and Sunday, thanks to a promotion sponsored by Purina.

San Diego Humane Society To Host 'Prepare Fair' Ahead Of July 4

The event will offer free services, including pet licensing and microchipping, as well as pet ID tags and behavior consultations.

SeaWorld San Diego Releases Rehabilitated Sea Turtle Back To Ocean

"The return of an endangered species back to the ocean is why we do what we do."

See Dogs Surf At Annual Competition In Huntington Beach

Orange County residents can watch talented dogs take to the waves in Huntington Beach this weekend. What to know.

Business

12 Inland Empire Restaurants Earn Resilience Fund Grant

Each $5,000 grant is focused on aiding restaurants, fueled by donations from local energy corporations like SoCalGas, PG&E and others.

24/7 Pet Emergency Room Opens First LA Hospital In Santa Monica

The Santa Monica pet hospital will provide round-the-clock emergency care including surgeries, ultrasounds and x-rays.

Dave & Buster's Now Hiring For First Coachella Valley Location

The company is looking to hire 175 people for its Rancho Mirage location that opens Sept. 25.

Foodie Phenomenon Happening In SoCal's Largest Wine Region

If you haven't tasted the cuisine in Temecula Valley Wine Country, your tastebuds are missing out. Here are 21 eateries to visit.

MotoDoffo Of Temecula Named Official Wine Of Sturgis Buffalo Chip

Ahead of the 2023 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, MotoDoffo, a moto-inspired division of Doffo Winery, released a specially labeled Cabernet.

New Artisanal Pizza Opens Doors In Dana Point

The new restaurant is the brainchild of three World Pizza Champions, who have created a five-day-fermented pizza dough found only in OC.

Rivian Retail Center To Take Place Of Former South Coast Cinemas

The Irvine-based electric-vehicle maker is opening a retail and "experience center" at the former South Coast Cinemas on Coast Highway.

Community

5 Disneyland Resort Updates For Summer 2023: What To Know When You Go

Starting in June, expect new sights, sounds and flavors at the Disneyland Resort. Here's what and who to expect, and where!

6 SoCal Beaches Have Among The Bluest Water In The U.S, Report Finds

From La Jolla to Malibu, Southern California beaches are home to some of the bluest water in the country, according to a new report.

Carlsbad Foundation Awards Over $86K In Grants To Local Nonprofits

Since 2008, Carlsbad Charitable Foundation has granted more than $1.3 million to over 70 programs.

Discovery Days To Bring Children's Exhibits To The Forum Carlsbad

The San Diego Children's Discovery Museum will set up free hands-on, mobile exhibits at The Forum Carlsbad this summer.

Family Sells 1 Million Pennies Discovered In LA Crawlspace

They opted to sell the pennies all together, listing them for $25,000, due to the possibility there could be a rare coin among the bunch.

First Ever Redondo Beach Community Garden Celebrates Grand Opening

Growing as a community is easy as ever in Redondo Beach as the city's first community garden celebrated its grand opening.

How Walkable Are San Diego Towns? UCSD Studies Benefits To Walking

Walkable neighborhoods promote active behaviors like walking for leisure or transportation to school, work, shopping, or home.

Impact Of Tourism In San Diego Totaled $22.7B In 2022: Report

Tourism in San Diego supports nearly 214,000 jobs and brought in $22.7 billion in business to the city in 2022, a report found.

Local Boy Wins Grand Prize For Wyland's Annual Art Classes

Andrew Wang, a 12-year-old boy from Laguna Niguel, just won the 2023 Grand Prize Wyland’s Whale and Dolphin Adventure Art Lessons.

SDG&E Encourages Customers To Save Energy, Earn Rewards This Summer

"The grid is interconnected statewide, and we appreciate our customers' willingness to do their part to help."

Stonesteps Beach Access Reopens Following Emergency Repairs

Access to the beach was closed in January after the stairway platform and support beam were deemed "structurally compromised and unsafe."

Winners Announced For Greater Coachella Valley Chamber Awards Dinner

These 10 businesses and individuals will be celebrated with special awards at the annual "From the Chamber With Love" dinner.

Events

Over 25 Restaurants To Participate In 2023 Taste Of Encinitas

The 34th annual Taste of Encinitas is scheduled Sept. 19 along Coast Highway 101 in downtown Encinitas.

Santee Summer Concerts To Continue Despite Teen Brawl

"Our highest priority in an event setting is safety," the city said.

Health

Rady Children's Hospital Ranked Among Top 10 In Nation

Rady Children's Hospital San Diego was named one of the top 10 children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

Schools

Vista Murrieta's Spirit Shines: Winner Of 'Most Spirited High School

It's official. Vista Murrieta still has the most spirit, yes they do. For the third year in a row, they have won the coveted award and $25K.

Sports

Pacific Palisades' Riviera Country Club Will Host The 2031 US Open

The Riviera Country Club last hosted the U.S. Open in 1948.

Weekend Events

E Weekend: 3 Fireworks Shows; U-Pick Lavender; Wine & Music Festival

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, June 24-25, throughout the Inland Empire? Patch has you covered.

LA Weekend: The FRIENDS Experience; Pier 360 Beach Fest; Venice Fest

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, June 24-25, throughout Greater Los Angeles? Patch has you covered.

OC Weekend Guide: U-Pick Sunflowers; Ocean Encounter; 'Old Laguna' Art

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, June 24-25, in Orange County? Patch has you covered.

SD Weekend Guide: OB Street Fair; Ice Cream Fest; Independence Parade

Looking for things to do this weekend, June 24-25, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.