Community CornerCan’t-miss things to do in November; Culture Club coming to Southern California; middle schooler wins gold; and more nice SoCal news.
Posted Fri, Oct 24, 2025 at 10:59 am PT
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.
Arts and Entertainment
Culture Club Set To Perform In Riverside County
Emerging in the New Romantic scene, Culture Club fronted by Boy George is considered one of the most influential bands of the 1980s.
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Disneyland Announces Expanded 4th Of July Fireworks Program
Disneyland just announced plans to hold a big three-day Fourth of July celebration commemorating America’s 250th anniversary.
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Live, Stand-Up Comedy Event In Laguna Beach Aims To Bring Community Together
Laguna Beach residents can enjoy an entertaining mix of comics at the event, organizer and comedian Tim Mann said.
See Phantom Of The Opera In Concert For Free This Weekend In San Diego
Community
4 Bears Lounge In Valley Neighborhood Tree: Report
Four bears have been spotted lounging in a tree in a residential neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley.
12 Can’t-Miss Things To Do In SoCal This November
Palm Desert’s Golf Cart Parade Enters 61st Year With ‘California Dreaming’ Theme
The Golden State themed parade will feature a flyover, marching bands, food trucks, classic cars and more. Learn how to enter.
Winners Chosen In Temecula’s Battle Of The Burgers: ‘The People Have Spoken’
The Rez Burger at Ebullition Brew Works Pub & Grill won first place in the Judge’s Choice category. See the rest of the winners.
Seasonal
Banning Museum To Host Sugar Skull Workshop For Young Artists
The Art & Heritage Museum is hosting the Young Artist Workshop on Saturday for local students.
‘Lightscape’ To Light Up San Diego Botanic Garden Again This Holiday Season
Living Desert Zoo To Host ‘Howl-O-Ween’ In Palm Desert
Palm Desert’s famed botanical garden zoo is hosting a special “fang-tastic” Halloween event. Here’s what to know.
Murrieta To Celebrate Halloween On Friday With ‘Dark In The Park’
The city’s free, family-friendly event will bring a night of music and a light show to Town Square Park.
Sports
Carlsbad Student Wins Gold In Centuries-Old Martial Art
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