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Pumpkin Palooza Returns to Discovery Cube OC This October

By Greer Wylder

September 29, 2025

Discovery Cube Orange County invites families to the fourth annual Pumpkin Palooza, presented by OC Waste & Recycling, running Saturdays and Sundays from Oct. 4 through Oct. 26. This family-friendly Halloween celebration fills two floors with interactive exhibits, a high-energy dance party, and hands-on science fun for all ages.A highlight of this year’s event is the all-new Pumpkin Path, an interactive maze where guests use a special pumpkin device to uncover spooky surprises and lessons on sustainable living. Families will learn how composting, organic choices, and simple daily actions can make a lasting impact on the planet. The adventure ends…

Bubble Blast Brings Summer Fun to The District

By Greer Wylder

August 01, 2025

The District at Tustin Legacy is hosting Bubble Blast on Saturday, Aug. 9, from noon to 2 p.m. It's a high-energy summer celebration for all ages.Families can enjoy bubble stations by BubblePOP, a foamy interactive zone (bring a towel!), live DJ, ocean-themed crafts like Sea Jelly Kaleidoscopes and Nemo Sea Anemone Forests, plus a Baby Shark meet-and-greet.Admission is free. After the fun, explore the shops and dining at The District.More details and a full directory at thedistricttl.com.2437 Park Ave. in Tustin.

Hotel del Coronado Unveils Restored Victorian Building

By Greer Wylder

July 16, 2025

The iconic Hotel del Coronado has completed the restoration of its legendary Victorian building, marking the final chapter in a $550 million revitalization led by Blackstone Real Estate.The transformation includes refreshed Victorian guest rooms, updated event spaces—including the historic Crown Room—and the return of the hotel’s original garden courtyard, complete with the recreated Naiad Queen Fountain.Two new dining destinations also debuted: Veranda, a coastal California concept inspired by the hotel’s original wraparound porch, and Nobu Del Coronado, blending Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature cuisine with oceanfront views and modern elegance.This milestone caps off years of enhancements across the property, from new…

Anaheim Hills Festival to Host Bubble Poppin’ Fun Event June 14

By Greer Wylder

June 09, 2025

Anaheim Hills Festival is kicking off summer with a free, family-friendly Bubble Poppin’ Fun event on Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Guests can enjoy millions of bubbles, interactive stations by Bubble Pop, a foam zone, photo ops with a costumed character and more. The event takes place in the parking lot next to Hobby Lobby and is open to the public.Bubble stations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.Anaheim Hills Festival is located at 8020 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road in Anaheim.For more details and a full store directory, visit AnaheimHillsFestival.com.

Beckman Arts and Science Family Festival Returns to Segerstrom Center

By Greer Wylder

May 25, 2025

Segerstrom Center for the Arts will host the fourth annual Beckman Arts and Science Family Festival on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza. The free community celebration brings together the worlds of art and science for an afternoon of live performances, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities designed for all ages.Families can explore a wide range of experiences—from building mini-robots and holding real fossils to creating colorful chemical reactions and experimenting with art. New additions this year include mini train rides around the Segerstrom Center campus, balloon twisters, a bubble…