Community Corner
Best Burger + Top Spa Resort + Shelter Pup Prevents Burglary + Vans Warped Tour To Return: Saturday Smiles
CatCon returns this weekend; city adopts music program written by 12-year-old; I Love The 90s Tour comes to SoCal; 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
CatCon, The World's Biggest Cat-Centric Event, Returns To Pasadena This Weekend
"It's like Comic Con, but for cat people," according to CatCon's parent company, Ticket Out, Inc.
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Dodgers Star's Shelter Dog Prevented Burglary At Hollywood Hills Home: Report
The dog's loud barking is being credited with thwarting the burglar's plans, according to a report by NBC4.
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RivCo Animal Shelter Continues Waiving Adoption Fees: What To Know
Prospective adopters can pick out a dog or cat without worrying about paying the cost of vaccination, microchipping or spay/neutering.
San Diego Humane Society Slashes Adoption Fees To 'Clear The Shelters'
The nonprofit organization has nearly 1,900 animals in care, including 900 pets that are ready for new homes.
Arts and Entertainment
38 Special To Rock The Pechenga Theater In Temecula
The band, which is celebrating its 50 year legacy, is coming to Riverside County in September.
Art Studio Pop-Up Coming To San Diego Resort
Meri Cherry, the process art brand known for sparking creativity in kids, will host an art studio pop-up at Sheraton San Diego Resort.
The production has taken over Highland Park with stunning 1960s detail — but Netflix is keeping quiet.
I Love The 90s Tour Stopping At SeaWorld San Diego
The tour features Color Me Badd, Rob Base, Treach of Naughty by Nature and Young MC.
Local Band Gets $2K Grant For Special Concerts, Community Performances
The grant was given by the Festival of Arts Foundation and will help provide crucial support for the upcoming concert season.
Maren Morris Taking 'The Dreamsicle Tour' To San Diego
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter will perform Thursday at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.
New Concert Series To Debut In Downtown Encinitas
Courtyard Rhythms: A Downtown Encinitas Music Series will take place every Friday and Saturday in August through September.
The Grammy-winning artist will perform Friday at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park.
The Beach Boys Announce Riverside County Concert
For more than six decades, The Beach Boys have embodied the California spirit with a sound that defined a generation.
This Reggae Group's New Single Is An Ode To Their San Pedro Roots: 'Through Thick And Thin'
"The joy that the music brings to us individually is medicine, and it helps to heal our community and those around us," the band said.
Vans Warped Tour Will Return To Long Beach In 2026
Presale tickets for the event go live at 9 a.m. Friday, according to festival officials.
Business
'EPiC' Changes Coming To Murrieta Rollerskating Rink
This beach-themed skating rink has drawn fans since it opened in 2013, and business kept rolling through COVID, but times are changing.
Get A First Taste Of New 'Bold' Ice Cream Flavor At This Upcoming South Bay Pop-Up
Guinness has collaborated with Van Leeuwen to create a limited-edition ice cream flavor that replicates the taste of the iconic stout.
Murrieta Hot Springs Resorts Voted As Top Spa Resort
The Southwest Riverside County resort and spa is celebrating its success with an epic summer giveaway.
New Venice Restaurant Is A 'Love Letter To The European Coast'
“It’s a space for sun-soaked lunches, slow dinners, and spontaneous moments," Venice Beach Club Managing Partner Abdi Manavi said.
Popular Coffee Shop Opens Doors In South OC
Hidden House Coffee has opened its third location in San Clemente this month.
Popular San Diego-Born Coffee Chain Continues Expansion Across County
The new location comes after a handful of recent openings in the San Diego area as well as Orange County, Las Vegas and Arizona.
Ristorante Per L'Ora Offers Fresh Flavors, Coastal Italian Flair For Dine LA
Located inside downtown's Hotel Per La, the restaurant's special Dine LA menu is inspired by peak summer ingredients.
The Edgar Allen Poe Speakeasy Returns To RivCo This Weekend
Sip on themed cocktails while you hear Poe's dark, imaginative poetry brought to life.
This SoCal Fast Food Chain Has The Best Burger In U.S. — And It's Not In-N-Out
In-N-Out came in fourth, behind Jack in the Box, A&W and this SoCal staple in the national top-10 ranking.
'Variety Of Flavors': Pop-Up Brings Hawaiian-Inspired Smashburgers To The South Bay
Kalae DeOcampo says he needed something to set his smashburgers apart from everyone else's. So, he looked to his Hawaiian culture.
Community
3 Carlsbad Residents Honored As Citizens Of The Year
Bonnie and Gunnar Biggs and Patricia "Maureen" Simons were honored for their community service during a ceremony in the Council Chamber.
3,300 Pints Of Blood Collected At San Diego Comic-Con Blood Drive
The Robert A. Heinlein Blood Drive is the San Diego Blood Bank's largest and longest-running blood drive.
Attention To Detail: Monument Refresh At Temecula City Park Honors Local Hero
You may have seen the City of Temecula monument sign at Kent Hintergardt Memorial Park, but there is much more to his story.
City Adopts Music Program Written By 12-Year-Old Boy To Help Homeless Animals
The Mission Viejo Animal Services Center is adopting a new program that encourages volunteer musicians of all skill levels to play for pets.
Man Who Helped Rescue Abused Dog In Long Beach Honored With Courage Award
The man posted surveillance footage online of a dog being abused in May, which led to the animal's rescue, prosecutors said.
Mechanical Bulls, Cow-Milking At Prelude In The Park In Mission Viejo
This very special Prelude in the Park features a "Dust of your Boots" wild west theme in Mission Viejo Aug. 9. What to know.
The largest sport card event on the West Coast is set to return to Anaheim Aug. 21-24 with an expected 40,000 attendees.
Sports
A Diving Accident Paralyzed A Teen Water Polo Player Star. Now He's On A Journey Back To The Water
"He is a warrior," his mother said. "He's pushing himself to do his best."
'Build A Strong Foundation': Softball Camp Coming To South Bay City
A D2 All-American Athlete will be helping with the camp, according to officials.
Murrieta Night Planned This Week At Lake Elsinore Storm Stadium
Murrieta residents are heading to the Lake Elsinore Storm Baseball Stadium on Wednesday to watch the mayor throw out the first pitch.
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