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ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Happy Friday! can you believe tomorrow is the weekend?
It's the grand opening of Disney California Adventure's Avengers Campus. Patch took a look at the ins and outs of the new land for you and even found some Easter Eggs to look for. We also hear rumors of changes to the
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Friday's Orange County Weather and Surf Report:
Expect sunny weather inland, with a high of 81 and a low of 61. The local chance of rain is at 10 percent.
Find out what's happening in Orange Countyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
At the beach, expect a sunny day high of 70 and a low of 61 degrees.
High tide in Orange County is at 6:19 p.m., at 3.58 feet. Low tide is at 12:17 a.m. at .89 feet.
Sunrise will be at 5:42 a.m. and sunset will be at 7:58 p.m.
Patch Pick: Vanessa Bryant Rages At Nike: Nike has not yet commented on the accusations that they released a shoe designed in honor of Gianna Bryant without permission. (More on Patch)
Here are 5 of Orange County's top news stories of the day:
1. Valedictorians from Los Alamitos to San Clemente are celebrating their top scholars of the class of 2021. Take a look at this photo retrospective. (OC Register).
2. Orange County has hundreds of millions of extra tax dollars. Here, Nick Gerda researches what should be done with it. (Voice of OC).
3. When you go to Disneyland's Avengers Campus, expect a bit of a wait to ride Webslingers in Anaheim. A new "virtual standby queue" will help will control access into the land. (Disney Parks Blog).
4. Costa Mesa vendors and shoppers are loving the new operator at the OC Fairgrounds. (Daily Pilot).
5. A DNA program collecting samples from defendents facing low level misdemeanors was put to the legal litmus test. OCDA Todd Spitzer demands an apology from UC Irvine for filing lawsuit. (More on Patch).
Featured Events To Get You Through To The Weekend:
Girls Inc. of Orange County's Better Together: Virtual Livestrem
Friday, June 4 at 12:00 pm
As we continue to navigate social distancing and virtual learning, Girls Inc. of Orange County has seen rsthand that we are Better Together. On Friday, June 4 at 12 PM PST, be a part of the nonprofits biggest event of the year where youll hear directly from the amazing girls the organization serves and enjoy an exciting livestream experience and online auction all while raising critical funds for Girls Inc. of Orange County.
Celebrate the Grand Opening of Whimsical Charm at The OC Mix
Friday, June 4 at 4:30 pm
Join us to celebrate the opening of Whimsical Charms second location at SOCO + The OC Mix!
- Community members are invited to shop luxe gifts for kids and babies, while enjoying various activities and entertainment during a special Grand Opening event.
- The celebration will be held on Friday, June 4 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
FEATURED EVENT:
Saturday, June 5 at 8:00 am
(Nearby)
Meet in the Kelp Forest just off Main Beach for an ocean clean-up like none other.
"Dare to Prepare" for parents/teens before getting driver permit
Saturday, June 5 at 10:00 am
Be prepared to get adriving permit and drivers license by attending a free Auto Club virtual Dare to Prepare workshop that details the requirements and responsibilities of learning to drive in California. The 75-minute interactive session is being offered live online, and parents and teens are required to attend together. Pre-enrollment is required and space is limited.
FEATURED EVENT:
Virtual Pacific Islander Festival 2021: Aquarium Of Pacific, LB
Saturday, June 5 at 10:00 am
(Nearby)
Saturday
June 5, 2021 - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Online viaAquarium of the Pacific,100 Aquarium Way,Long Beach, CA
Saturday, June 5 at 10:00 am
Calling all bikers, trikers, and scooter-ers! Were hosting a festival! Enjoy pint-sized obstacle courses, games, and activity booths in this fun-filled day supporting Silverado Childrens Center. We're even bringing a bounce house and dunk tank! Sign up today!
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