Beloved Bakery Opens + Tennis Player Sets School Record + Halloween Events: 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.

Arts and Entertainment

5 Upcoming Yaamava Shows With Tickets Still Up for Grabs

Tim McGraw, Kali Uchis and a handful more artists will take the stage at Yaamava Theater this October.

'Cruising At Altitude' Concert Comes To San Bernardino Airport

Celebrating three years of Breeze Airways service, the airport will host live music on its World Famous 737 Plane Stage.

Ted Neeley Appears At Temecula Valley Film Festival At Temecula Cinemas: 'Jesus Christ Superstar' Screening

A special event featuring a showing of "Jesus Christ Superstar," with a special appearance and autograph signing by original star Ted Neeley.

Business

85° Bakery Opens In Palm Desert: Report

The beloved Taiwanese bakery is now serving customers for a soft opening phase.

'Blank Slate' Program Opens At Palm Springs International Airport, Coachella Valley Concessions Wanted

Retail, food and beverage concessions can write their name in this new program. Which local spots should apply for a space at the airport?

Community

$230K In Grants Awarded To 26 San Diego Nonprofits

"We're proud to support a range of organizations that make a meaningful impact every day and contribute to our community's well-being."

Christmas Comes To In Bloom Bookery Romance Bookstore In Temecula

Author Meghan Quinn is signing her latest spicy romance, available at Temecula's romance bookstore this weekend. Here's what to know.

Lake Elsinore's Oktoberfest Is Coming Up At Launche Pointe

Enjoy draft beers and the authentic taste of old Bavaria in Lake Elsinore this weekend.

Learn To Live With Wildlife At Workshop In Laguna Beach

The free workshop will be held by the Laguna Beach Police Department's Animal Services on Saturday, Oct. 18.

San Diego County Fair Announces 2026 Theme: 'Once Upon A Fair'

"The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told."

Santee To Celebrate New Fire Station With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

"We are very excited to open Santee's third fire station in the southwestern area of our city," Fire Chief Harley Wallace said.

Seasonal

Free Family Halloween Festival In RSM: What To Know

Residents can celebrate the spooky season with safe trick-or-treating, bounce houses, a haunted house and more.

Murrieta To Celebrate Halloween Early With 'Dark In The Park'

The city's free, family-friendly event will bring a night of music and a light show to Town Square Park.

Nature Collective's Fall Family Festival Coming To North County

The family-friendly festival will feature a costume contest, hands-on nature crafts, face painting, and live animal encounters.

Santee Lakes To Host 'Wizard Of Oz'-Themed Spooktacular And Trunk-Or-Treat

The family-friendly Halloween event will include candy, games, a donut walk, face painting, food trucks, creepy critters and more.

The 'CarnEvil Ball' Is Back: Temecula's Dark Circus Party Returns To Europa Winery

Le Cirque Du Mal will bring an evening of eerie performers, sinister bites and devilish cocktails inspired by the dark side of the circus.

There's Still Time To Get Into The Halloween Spirit At These 22 Events In SoCal

From haunted houses to trick-or-treat trails, there are a variety of festive events taking place in Southern California.

Sports

Encinitas Tennis Player Sets New School Record With 100th Career Singles Win

"This is a tremendous accomplishment, a new school record, and a huge testament to Beatrix's hard work over the past four years."

US Speedgolf Open Hits Temecula Creek Golf Course With International Play, Local Fun

Over 80 players from around the world competed over the weekend at the U.S. Speedgolf Open in Temecula