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New Amusement Park Announced + New Businesses Open: Saturday Smiles
Dodgers win World Series with historic comeback victory; veterans get free cruises and SeaWorld tickets; 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
'Friendly Ghost' Of The Safari Park To Celebrate Birthday On Halloween
The albino wallaby named Everest, who is also known as the park's "friendly ghost," is turning 5 years old on Halloween.
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Arts and Entertainment
Towering Inflatable Sculptures Inspire Whimsy At LA Balloon Museum
Visitors of all ages are invited to soar through unique, inflatable art exhibits that inspire your inner child at the LA Balloon Museum.
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Business
Bowling Alley To Open Doors In Ladera Ranch
Lucky Strike is bringing its bowling alley to a closed retail space in Ladera Ranch. What to know.
Harbor Freight On Temecula Parkway To Open Nov. 2024
The low-cost tool store will open seven days a week and creates 20 to 30 new jobs for Temecula.
New Amusement Park With 150-Foot Ferris Wheel Coming To LA Waterfront
The brand new amusement park will feature the largest coastal observation wheel in Southern California.
Popular Coffee Chain To Open Doors In Dana Point
San Francisco-based coffee roaster Philz Coffee is opening its first location in Dana Point Nov. 6. What to know.
The San Marino-based company — known for its fruit-based juices, teas and smoothies — said the opening will occur in early 2025.
Trader Joe's To Open New Store In San Diego County
"We are excited to be opening more stores in San Diego County," store manager Frank Bennett told Patch.
Events
Celebrate Día De Los Muertos At This Coachella Cemetery
The Coachella Valley Public Cemetery will be transformed into a celebration of loved ones who have passed and Mexican culture on Nov. 2.
Dia De Los Muertos Celebration Returning This Weekend To SeaWorld
The weekend event, scheduled Nov. 1-3, will showcase the flavors and sounds of the holiday.
Galway Downs Hosting Eventing Championships, Oct. 30-Nov. 3
The equestrian competition takes place at the 240-acre venue situated at 38801 Los Corralitos Road, Temecula.
SeaWorld To Honor Veterans With Free Admission, Special Events
SeaWorld is honoring active-duty military, veterans and their families with free admission and special events during Veterans Day weekend.
Veterans Cruise Free With City Cruises On Veterans Day In San Diego
City Cruises will welcome veterans aboard the company's "Best of the Bay" sightseeing cruise for free.
Restaurants
America's Best Vegan Restaurant Is In LA County: Ranking
Southern California dominated Yelp's ranking of the country's 100 best vegan restaurants, with three SoCal spots cracking the top 10.
Downtown Disney's Black Tap: Fright Night CrazyShake Flight Delights
The fall-themed shake flight is unique and decadent. Try them from Halloween night through Nov. 3 at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes.
Temecula's Historic Swing Inn Celebrates New BBQ Takeout Service
The Old Town restaurant, open since 1927, has some new tricks — pork belly mac and cheese, meat by the pound and more.
Sports
The city hasn't been able to host a World Series parade for 36 years, and today they will do so on the birthday of a late Dodger legend.
Dodgers Win World Series With Historic Comeback Victory
The champions managed to come back from a 5-0 deficit to beat the Yankees in front of a stunned Yankee Stadium.
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