Free Food On Halloween; Neon Signs Installed: Saturday Smiles

Bea Karnes
Updated ·6 min read

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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — These are some of the lighter stories this week in Southern California —

Macy's Announces Holiday Hiring, Including San Diego Stores

  • The company will be filling seasonal work positions on Thursday during a virtual holiday hiring event.

Redondo Beach To Add 2 New Skateparks

  • Redondo Beach City Council approved two new skateparks, including one at the pier.

Roadside Neon Art Exhibition Installed In West Hollywood

  • The exhibits add a positive, uplifting twist to iconic California road signage.

Disneyland Resort Expands Reopening Into Buena Vista Street

  • Just in time for the holidays, fans of Disneyland can extend their shopping & dining from Downtown Disney into Disney California Adventure.

Temecula Brewers Snag Big Wins During International Competition

  • Garage Brewing Co, Aftershock Brewing Company, and Batch Mead scored at the 2020 San Diego International Beer Competition.

Craft Brew Month Continues In Temecula Valley

  • October is Craft Brew Month.

Virtual Joyce Forum Jewish Short Film Festival Kicks Off Friday

  • The three-day virtual event will feature 31 short films from the U.S., United Kingdom, France, Germany, Israel and Russia.

Great Plates Meal Delivery Extended For Redondo Beach Seniors

  • Do you know a senior in Redondo Beach who could benefit from meal delivery?

New Sherman Oaks Whole Foods To Open October 28

  • The market will feature a taproom called Sherman Hops, featuring 30 local beers along with seasonal wine and food items.

Lake Forest Pup, Little Red Dog Rescue Up For Dirty Dog Award

  • The Little Red Dog Rescue is in the running to win $5,000 for their amazing transformation of American Stafford Terrier, Florence.

Palm Springs Aerial Tram Continues Operations Amid County Setback

  • The county's purple tier classification will force tram staff to slightly modify the Tramway's offerings, especially those indoors.

Input Sought On Food Vision 2030 Plan For San Diego County

  • Food Vision 2030 is a 10-year plan intended to cultivate a healthier, more sustainable and more just food system in the county.

National Teen Driver Safety Week: How To Talk To New Drivers

  • It's National Teen Driver Safety Week and Torrance police are encouraging families to talk to new drivers.

Small Business Coronavirus Grant Program Relaunched In L.A.

  • Eligible applicants can receive $30,000 for employee payroll, working capital, outstanding payments or similar expenses.

SoCal Sports Advocates Challenge Gov. Newsom To Let Kids Compete

  • "Enough is enough!" was the rallying cry Monday as coaches and elected officials met to show plans and protocols for returning to play.

'BioBlitz' Underway In Idyllwild, Community Invited

  • The BioBlitz is covering all hiking trails around Mount San Jacinto, as well as within the Santa Rosa Mountains.

Surfliner Reservations Required For Thanksgiving Holiday

  • Reservations will be required Nov. 23 through Nov. 30 to help manage capacity and allow for social distancing onboard trains, Amtrak said.

Voting Centers Planned At Santa Monica Schools

  • Voting centers at Santa Monica and Malibu schools will open in October for early voting, along with Election Day.

Voting Centers Planned At Malibu Schools

  • Voting centers at Santa Monica and Malibu schools will open in October for early voting, along with Election Day.

Riverside County Sees Big Uptick In 2020 Election Ballots Cast

  • Nearly double the intake of mail-in ballots have been received by the registrar compared to the same time during the 2016 election.

San Diegans Have 1 Week To Reclaim Over $450K In Tax Refunds

  • "The impacts of COVID-19 have left many families in need of money, so we want to return every cent available."

County Child Welfare Workers To Receive Gun Safety Law Training

  • Child welfare social workers in San Diego County will receive specialized training regarding firearm safety regulations.

Have You Planned For A Disaster? Join The Prepared Peninsula Expo

  • Join the Prepared Peninsula Expo on Sunday—virtually.

Gridlock In Heisler Park: Tire-d Installation By Chakaia Booker

  • There is a lot to admire about this installation of sculptures by famed artist Chakaia Booker. To her, the meanings are multi-layered.

Living Desert Zoo Remains Open In Palm Desert

  • Zoo patrons are still invited to enjoy 80 acres of outdoor space amid safety protocols, officials said.

Former Home Of Sonny Bono Hits Market In Palm Springs

  • The estate at 294 W. Crestview Drive is located in the Mesa neighborhood at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains.


Halloween

Where To Eat Free On Halloween 2020: Restaurant Steals & Deals

  • California eateries are rolling out scary good treats - minus the tricks - with freebies, BOGOs & special menus for the spooky season.

Santa Monica Pier Gets Spooky Design For Halloween

  • The Santa Monica Pier's Pacific Wheel will feature ghosts and a sugar skull design on the 90-foot tall attraction.

Pali High 'Halloween Freak Fest' Winners To Air This Friday

  • See the winners of the school's first annual Halloween short film competition.

San Diego's 'Haunted' Whaley House Goes Virtual For Halloween

  • Although the Whaley House is closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, the popular attraction is offering virtual programs this Halloween.

The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow In Santee

  • Forget the map — even Google can't help you find Sleepy Hollow in Santee. But longtime residents know its lore.


Science and Health

Scripps Medical Center Jefferson Opens In Oceanside

  • The medical center has 93 exam rooms, 12 procedure rooms, 12 cancer treatment bays, four operating rooms and two gastroenterology suites.

Magic Johnson And Cigna Team Up To Improve Minority Healthcare

  • The initiative will provide customized healthcare plans dedicated to issues that disproportionally affect people of color.

Irvine Woman First To Participate In Coronavirus Vaccine Trial

  • Hoag Hospital volunteers have begun the first phase of a trial of the hAd5-COVID-19 vaccine.

Children's Hospital L.A. Awarded for LGBTQ-Inclusive Policies

  • For the third straight year, CHLA received high marks for its inclusivity toward LGBTQ patients.

Schools

Redondo Beach Unified Schools Ranked Top In CA

  • The Redondo Beach Unified School District was recognized as a top California school district.

Malibu Schools: Virtual Town Halls Will Discuss Reopening

  • Parents, guardians, staff and community members are invited to join a virtual town hall on reopening schools with SMMUSD.

Santa Monica Schools: Virtual Town Halls Will Discuss Reopening

  • Parents, guardians, staff and community members are invited to join a virtual town hall on reopening schools with SMMUSD.

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This article originally appeared on the Lemon Grove Patch