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Best Holiday Light Show + Fossa Pups Born + Top Place To Go + Turkey Cuddle Therapy: Saturday Smiles
NFL star gives back to shelter; orphaned bear cubs rehabilitated; popular king tide brunch series returns; 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
3 Fossa Pups Born At San Diego Zoo
The newborn trio includes two males named Isalo and Fiaro and a female named Volana.
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A Beatles Holiday Spectacle To Bring Joy To The Belly Up
The Christmas show, which features holiday mashups and fan-favorite Beatles tunes, has toured nationally since 2015.
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Meet Taxi, Wellness K-9 For San Diego County Sheriff's Office
The English Labrador was originally raised as a guide dog and now serves as a certified therapy dog.
Orphaned Bear Cubs Rehabilitated In San Diego County Move To Sonoma County
The brothers were about 5 to 6 months old when they were brought to the Ramona Wildlife Center for care and rehabilitation.
Shelter Dogs And Cats Get Special 'Barks-Giving' Meals This Thanksgiving
San Diego Humane Society currently has nearly 1,400 pets in its care who need homes, including 683 dogs and 466 cats.
Turkey Cuddle Therapy, Fowl Acupuncture: CA Sanctuary Offers Gentle Living For Rescued Animals
Feeling fried this holiday season? An hourlong turkey cuddle session could be the reset you didn't know you needed.
Community
Fodor's Travel Names This Riverside County City 'A Top Place To Go' In 2026
Only six U.S. places were named to the list. Hint: The Riverside County locale is not Palm Springs, Riverside, or Temecula.
Restaurants
Growing Greek Street Food Chain Expanding In San Diego County
The fast-casual restaurant chain offers gyros and pitas, traditional bowls and plates, salads, sides and desserts.
Popular King Tide Brunch Returning To The Marine Room
This special experience offers diners a chance to enjoy a meal just feet from the surf as waves crash against the restaurant's windows.
Seasonal
Annual Holiday Lights Competition Starts In Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo residents were encouraged to get festive and spread holiday cheer. What to know.
CA Festival Of Lights Tops National 'Readers' Choice' Holiday Light Show List
The news is out! This one destination hotel & spa in Southern California is nationally ranked as the best Festival of Lights in the U.S.
Celebrate The Holidays Aboard Jingle Belle Family Cruises On Mission Bay
The family-friendly cruise features festive décor, carolers, holiday cocktails, homemade cookies, kids' crafts, and photos with Santa.
Coastal Christmas Returning To Del Mar Fairgrounds With Reimagined Experience
The 10-day holiday light spectacular will feature a light trail, skating rink, holiday market and more.
Murrieta's Festival Of Trees Asks Residents, Businesses To Get In On The Holiday Magic In 2025
Holiday tree decorating is open to all who wish to sponsor a special tree. Here are the details for getting in on holiday fun.
Old-Fashioned Cookie Exchange To Bring Holiday Cheer To Beaumont
The free event invites the community to share baked goods, enjoy sweet samples and snap photos with Santa.
Sports
'It Brings Hope': NFL Star Gives Back To Shelter He Once Lived In Ahead Of Thanksgiving
The Los Angeles Chargers star helped deliver 50 turkeys to the Richmond community this past week.
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