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3 Winning Powerball Tickets + Rare Flower Blooms + Free Tickets For First Responders: Saturday Smiles
Baseball team needs help picking new name; free tickets to Halloween event; kids raise money for youth in need; 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
Fall Art & Wine Walk Returns This Weekend To The Forum Carlsbad
The free event will feature art installations, live music and wine tastings at the outdoor shopping center.
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First Responders Get Free Admission This Weekend To Sesame Place San Diego
Police officers, firefighters and emergency medical technicians can get free one-day admission tickets during First Responders Weekend.
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Jazz Festival Returns To The South Bay This Weekend
The free event in Harbor City will feature live jazz performances and local vendors.
Business
Popular Clothing Store Opens At Mission Viejo Mall
The Japanese clothing brand is known for its reasonable prices and simple clothing lines.
Community
2 Winning Powerball Tickets Sold In CA; Grand Prize Jackpot Swells To $1.7B
Nobody hit all six numbers for the $1.4 billion jackpot, but two people in SoCal will take home just under $1 million.
Donate Blood, Get Free Tickets To Howl-O-Scream At SeaWorld San Diego
The special offer runs through Sept. 30 at any San Diego Blood Bank donation center or mobile blood drive.
Encinitas Oktoberfest And Artisan Faire To 'Bring Best Of Bavaria' To California Coast
The 29th annual event will feature German food, beer gardens, a dog costume contest, a kids zone, an artisan fair and more.
It's Almost Time For Fall Fest At This Historic Schoolhouse Near Beaumont
The 1880s-era schoolhouse was once the heart of the rural area. Come enjoy pumpkin painting, a local history scavenger hunt and more.
Lottery Ticket Worth $1,165,399 Sold In Inland Empire
The winning numbers were 3, 18, 22,27, 33, and the Powerball was 17.
Mariachi Fest, Tequila Expo Returns To Lake Elsinore For Hispanic Heritage Month
Just in time to celebrate Hispanic culture, Lake Elsinore's Diamond Stadium will transform into a hub of music and flavor next month.
Murrieta PD Introduces New K-9: Fender
Meet Fender: Murrieta’s newest four-legged officer has completed his training and is ready to serve alongside his handler, Officer Calise.
Pechanga Resort Casino's 4th Annual Tacos & Tequila Festival Is Coming Up
Indulge in "limitless" bites of al pastor, chicken, carne asada and veggie tacos.
Rare And Smelly Corpse Flower Blooms At San Diego Botanic Garden
Officials said this particular flower was donated in 2016 and had never bloomed until now.
RSM Kids Raise Money For Youth In Need During Charity Event
Three south Orange County kids proved that compassion has no age limit after leading a back-to-school charity event.
Stockzilla Weekend Event Coming To Santee Lakes
The two-day event will bring 3,500 pounds of catfish to Santee Lakes.
Wildomar To Host Mariachi Night Sept. 19
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the city of Wildomar is hosting a celebration of culture, food and music.
Restaurants
From pasta to sushi, to dinner and a show, here are several ideas for the appetites of guests looking for the next night out for couples this fall.
Beloved San Diego Coffee Chain Opening New Location
The new location is the chain's 25th store in the San Diego region.
Schools
Grants Available For San Diego County Teachers With Innovative Classroom Project Ideas
The Cal Coast Cares Foundation awards educator grants annually, ranging from $500 to $2,500 throughout San Diego and Riverside counties.
Sports
Long Beach's Incoming Pro Baseball Team Needs Help Picking A New Name
"This is your chance to leave a legacy in Long Beach sports history," the Long Beach Baseball club said on its website.
Pro Soccer Returns To Temecula: FC Quails Play Home Match Saturday
Howay the Quails! Pro-soccer is back in Temecula with a team shooting towards big goals in the National Independent Soccer Association.
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