Boardwalk Distanced-Dancing; B&B Needs Owner: Saturday Smiles

Susan C. Schena
Updated ·4 min read

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Sit back and relax with a few of the week's lighter stories from throughout Southern California.

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Video: Outdoor, Socially Distanced Dance Party At Venice Beach

  • There was a socially distanced, outdoor dance party on the boardwalk at Venice Beach this weekend.

Ready for A Life Change? How About Owner Of B&B Near Joshua Tree?

  • This massive compound was permitted in past as bed and breakfast. Or if you have a huge family, this "castle" works for that, too.

San Diego Region's Best Hospitals: Latest U.S. News Rankings

  • New rankings for 2020-21 from U.S. News & World Report identify the best hospitals in specialty care and the best hospitals by region.

Cal Coast Credit Union, National University Create Scholarship

  • Cal Coast and National University are partnering on a program to provide credit union members with 25% tuition reduction scholarships.

Pilot's Emergency Landing On I-5 Southbound Saved Lives, Cops Say

  • See an airplane on the side of the southbound 5 Freeway? Here's what happened.

Plan Your Outdoor Wedding Summer Of 2020 In Orange County

  • Wedding bells still chime in Orange County, and for those who are planning to get hitched during the 2020 summer season, here's where to go.

Watermelon Meets Wine & Cognac: A Cocktail Recipe Share

  • A sweet sip to complement summer.

San Diego Gas & Electric Customers To Receive $64 Bill Credit

  • Electricity bills for SDG&E residential customers will be reduced in August and September — thanks to a climate credit program.

Santa Monica: Temperature Checks, Distanced Dining (Photos)

  • Santa Monica has a new scene at night, including outdoor socially-distanced dining options.

Vets Who Didn't Graduate HS Can Apply For Diploma In RivCo

  • Former service members who gave up high school to serve their country during WWII, the Korean and/or Vietnam wars can apply.

Top 'Women In STEM' Share Insight With Girls In Whittier & Nearby

  • The scientists from PPG were hosted by X-Bots Robotics, an award-winning, community-based high school robotics team.

Tilly's Fighting 'Terrible Crisis' Among Teens During Pandemic

  • There isn't just one health crisis happening. Nonprofit Tilly’s Life Center offers online courses for teens during the pandemic and beyond.

Community College Students Excluded From CARES Act Can Get Grant

  • Over 1,300 San Diego Community College District students excluded from collecting coronavirus relief funds will get $200 emergency grants.

San Diego Extends Rent Repayment Deadline To Dec. 30

  • The extension gives renters who have lost income due to the coronavirus pandemic a few extra months to repay back rent.

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FROM THIS WEEK'S SOCAL'S DINING NEWS:

Make-At-Home DIY Sushi Kit: Available From Sushi Roku Pasadena

  • Dump your dull, dinner routine with this hands-on, hand-roll feast. Fear not, novices: Instructions included.

Southern Classic 'Low Country Boil': New Westside Weekend Feast

  • It's a backyard, culinary vacation every Saturday and Sunday at Hatchet Hall restaurant in Culver City.

Board & Brew To Open New Temecula Locale With Deals & Raffles

  • Save the date for free samples, buy-one-get-one sandwiches, chance to win weekend getaway, charity fundraiser & intro to the "secret sauce."

If You Can Take The Heat ... You Could Win Free Miguel's Jr Tacos

  • Like it spicy? Snap a selfie as you brave the new Fiery Carnitas Tacos & Hot Sauce for a chance to score a gift card & a free combo order.

Urban Plates To Reopen In Thousand Oaks With More Outdoor Dining

  • The restaurant chain is amping up al fresco options in Woodland Hills, too. And new on summer menus at both: a family-sized, BBQ ribs meal.

New Seafood & Oyster Eatery Opens At Original Farmers Market

  • Roxy & Jo’s Seafood Grill joins L.A. market line-up with salmon burgers, lobster rolls & more - plus, of course, raw oysters on half shell.

Casa Vega Opens Swanky, Al Fresco Dining In Sherman Oaks

  • The legendary, 64-year-old Mexican restaurant is making room for outdoor diners in new, tented patio space. Olé!

Urban Plates Expands Its Al Fresco Dining In Woodland Hills

  • The restaurant chain also will reopen its Thousand Oaks locale next week. And new on the summer menu at both: a family-sized, BBQ ribs meal.

This article originally appeared on the Culver City Patch