Fireworks Shows Returning; Marilyn Monroe Statue: Saturday Smiles

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — If you are looking for the positive side of news, we are here to help. Patch has sweet Southern California stories we hope you will enjoy.

Abandoned, Blind Horse Found Near Lake Elsinore: Hearts Step Up

• The starving animal didn't have a chance until the equestrian community came to her rescue.

Giant Marilyn Monroe Statue: Installation Begins In Palm Springs

• The statue of the iconic star reimagines her dress-flying pose from the 1955 romantic comedy "The Seven Year Itch."

Gourmet Food Trucks Bring Burgers, Lobster To Marina Del Rey

• Beach Eats TO GO features gourmet food trucks from across Los Angeles each week in Marina del Rey.

Disney Avengers Campus Survival Guide: Day One Lines, Super Fun

• Line waits, food delays, fans still want to try their hands at becoming the next Avenger Recruit at Disney California Adventure.

Riverside County Resident Wins Vaccination Lottery

• Gov. Gavin Newsom said the lottery incentive has been effective in boosting California's vaccination rates.

Annenberg Community Beach House Reopening In Santa Monica

• Annenberg Community Beach House begins its reopening next week in Santa Monica.

Orange County Students Participate In Kids World Ocean Day 2021

• This year on World Ocean Day, Garden Grove student Tracy N. was featured in a collective art project.

Locals Invited To Join Native Plant Volunteer Day

• Join a native plant volunteer event Sunday at the Point Vicente Interpretive Center.

Aero Theatre Reopens In Santa Monica

• The Aero Theatre on Montana Avenue is officially reopening.

Santa Margarita HS Seniors Celebrate Commencement At Honda Center

• The class of 2021 graduates joined the ranks of more than 11,000 Eagle alumni in a ceremony held at the home of the Anaheim Ducks.

Murrieta Rotary Honored For Support Of MVUSD Students, Teachers

• Since its inception 29 years ago, Murrieta Rotarians have offered programs and services to the students and teachers of the community.

Catch A Movie In The Park In Rancho Palos Verdes

• Movie in the Park will present Disney Pixar's "Onward" in Rancho Palos Verdes this month, plus a taco truck.

Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines Expand Palm Springs Service

• The airliners are eyeing Coachella Valley tourism.

South Bay Organization Honored For Prison To Employment Program

• The South Bay Workforce Investment Board was recognized for its important work connecting people in the justice system to the workforce.

Student Art Mural In Temecula's Sam Hicks Monument Park Celebrates Juneteenth

• See the latest announcement from the City of Temecula.

Skirball 'Ai Weiwei' Art; Belly-Dance Hush Hike: SoCal Weekend

• Looking for things to do this weekend in Southern California? Patch has you covered.

4th Of July Fireworks Shows Announced

July 4 Fireworks Shows Planned In Redondo Beach

• Get ready. July 4 firework displays are back this year in Redondo Beach.

July 4 Fireworks Return To Marina Del Rey

• Fireworks are returning to Marina del Rey this July 4 holiday.

Pechanga Announces July 4 Fireworks Show

• The show will be visible from many vantage points across south Temecula, according to Pechanga.

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