Hamilton Returns + Knotts Opens + Search For Road Rage Driver

It's the weekend in Orange County!

Here are some of our favorite stories from this week, as well as a quick news brief to get you up to date.

California Highway Patrol is actively seeking information on a road rage shooting that claimed the life of a 6-year-old boy. Officers are now looking for a white, newer model Volkswagen, Orange Police Department and CHP says.

The Palisades Fire has burned over 1,000 acres as the battle to control the blaze continues.

Saturday's Weather Report:

It will be a partly sunny day Saturday, with a high of 70 and a low of 55. A high surf advisory is in place along the coast until Saturday evening.

Patch Pick: Planning A Trip? U.S. News Releases 2021's Top Vacation Spots The annual list ranked more than 1,100 destinations on things like sights, culture, food, nightlife and adventure.

Here are the top 5 stories in Orange County today.

1. Love sporting events? Seeing your favorite teams play in L.A. and Orange County? right now is kind of the best thing ever thanks to capacity limits. See what Ryan Ritchie has to say. (LA Magazine).
2. "Hamilton" returns to Pantages Theater in October. The "And Peggy" troop, including one of Mission Viejo's own actresses, will take the stage after over a year of waiting for it.(More on Patch).
3. Theme parks in Anaheim, Buena Park, Burbank and Valencia re now able to return to full capacity if they verify vaccinations or negative coronavirus tests. Brady McDonald reports. (OC Register).
4. Speaking of theme parks, Anaheim has reopened its largest hotel to travelers. See what they're doing to keep you safe. (More on Patch).
5. Cruise ship workers are getting vaccinated at the Port of Los Angeles as Princess Cruiselines prepares to set sail again this summer. Will you go? (CBSLA)

Featured Events to look forward to this weekend:

1. OPENING WEEKEND: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor 2021: Valencia

Saturday & Sunday, May 22-23, 2021 - 10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Six Flags Magic Mountain, 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy., Valencia, CA
From Six Flags Magic Mountain:
"We're back with a splash! "Hurricane Harbor opens ... May 22 to the general public! Tickets and reservations: Buy Tickets and Make Reservations.
"The Thrill is Calling you to splash into summer fun! Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Los Angeles is safely reopening and California residents can join us starting May 22 to kick off the summer season with your favorite slides like Lightning Falls, Python Plunge, and Bonzai Pipelines.

2. Butterfly Pavilion 2021: LA Natural History Museum, Los Angeles Sat, May 22, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. Through Monday, Sept. 6, 2021

"Our Butterfly Pavilion is open for the season. Butterflies are taking flight at the museum! Walk among beautiful butterflies in our seasonal Butterfly Pavilion. This springtime exhibition features hundreds of butterflies, colorful native plants, and plenty of natural light to help you see these creatures shimmer.

3. RE-OPENING: Knott's Berry Farm 2021: Buena Park Saturday, May 22 at 10:30 am.

Opening To General Public For Summer Hours: Friday, May 21, 2021. Re-opening to season pass holders: May 6, 2021 Knotts Berry Farm,8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park CA Click here for more.

4. The ID.4 Roadshow: Test Drive the All-Electric Volkswagen ID.4 Sunday, May 23 at 11:00 am

Volkswagen is hosting the ID.4 Roadshow, which offers consumers a chance to test drive the all-new Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV.

Test drives are available for scheduling in Newport Beach, CA during the below times:

-May 22: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. PST
-May 23: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. PST
Address: Fashion Island
401 Newport Center Drive
Click here for more.

5. Orange County Sunset Wine Cruise Sunday, May 23 at 5:30 pm

Join us for a 90-minute evening cruise aboard our luxury catamaran, your special cruise is limited to a select amount of passengers to optimize your wine experience. In the spring and summer enjoy an evening of sunshine, cool ocean breezes and romantic Sunset summer views. In the winter, take in the romantic atmosphere of the beautifully lit Dana Point Harbor. Click here for more.

6. 'Art of Flamenco' Dinner Show 2021: Cafe Sevilla, Costa Mesa Saturday, May 22 at 6:30 pm
Saturdays, May 15, 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2021 - 6:30 p.m.Cafe Sevilla, 1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA Click here for more.

See more on the Orange County calendar!

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~Ashley

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