🎪 Star-studded Main Street: What’s happening at Disneyland today

Sometimes the best weekends are a mix of things you planned and things you just happened to stumble across. You might head out for a vintage market and end up staying for live music, or grab dinner and discover a new favorite spot.

This week has plenty of those possibilities. There is a rebranded collectibles shop to check out, free music around town, and a chance for kids to run the bases after Sunday's Angels game. Pick a few and see where the weekend takes you.

✨ Main Street gets a star-studded parade!

The Gist: Disneyland is hosting a Disney Legends Cavalcade on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 1:30 p.m. to kick off the big D23 fan convention in Anaheim. The parade along Main Street, U.S.A. features the Disneyland Band, 23 Disney and Pixar characters, and Disney Legends riding aboard double-decker buses. Big names expected around the convention week include Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Robin Roberts, and the Jonas Brothers.

Why It Matters: Events like this bring extra excitement to our backyard, turning a regular afternoon in Anaheim into a star-studded celebration.

🏫 The neighborhood-hub school model gets a boost

The Gist: A new $35.5 million investment in the state budget will expand community schools across Orange County. District leaders, trustees and students gathered August 4 in Anaheim High School's Cook Auditorium to mark it. Roughly $215 million has already gone to 147 schools across 14 county districts and OCDE alternative education programs, reaching an estimated 85,000 students.

Why It Matters: Anaheim Union's campuses are the working model here. Community schools link families to mental health services, resource centers, tutoring and after-school support in their own neighborhood, which Superintendent Jaron Fried described as keeping schools "vibrant hubs within our community."

🌮 Classic Mexican plates built for big appetites

For over five decades, La Casa Garcia has been the ultimate anchor for celebratory table-gatherings, post-meeting debriefs, and spontaneous weeknight feasts. The aroma of daily-simmered menudo and house-made salsa sets the stage for sizzling fajitas, comforting chili rellenos, and generous shredded beef enchiladas.

Whether you are splitting a legendary ten-pound burrito with your crew or unwinding over strawberry margaritas, Frank Garcia’s dining room delivers genuine warmth and unbeatable taste.

🎒 Capsules, collectibles, and a fresh look

The spot on La Palma formerly known as The ArToy is kicking off the school year with a new name on the sign: MINTOX LAB. Owner John keeps the shelves stocked with rows of gachapon machines, blind boxes, and Pokémon restocks, plus a duplicate trade section and practice claw machine.

To mark the rebrand, a soft opening party on Saturday, August 15th at 11am features welcome gifts, face painting, and blind box raffles.

Jimmi is a delightful young Domestic Short Hair

At just one to three years old and petite in size, she is an affectionate, friendly, and playful companion who is already spayed, vaccinated, and house-trained. Her gentle demeanor suggests she would make a wonderful addition to the right home.

Please reach out to Meowtopia Cat Rescue for details regarding the adoption fee.

To learn more about this adorable girl,

🛍️ Figure 8 Market | Center Street Promenade | 08/15 | More 
Vintage resellers and small makers take over the promenade. Free to browse.

🕰️ 2nd Time Around Vintage Market | Farmers Park | 08/15 | More 
Secondhand racks under the trees, easy afternoon poking around.

🎶 Summer Night Series: Latin Soul | Pearson Park Amphitheatre | 08/15 | More
Free with advance reservation. Bring a blanket and a real dinner.

⚾ Angels vs. Royals: Family Sunday & Kids Run the Bases | Angel Stadium | 08/16 | More 
Kids circle the infield postgame, plus games at the Gate 5 courtyard.

♻️ Really Really Free Market | Pearson Park | 08/16 | More 
A community sharing event where everything is free; bring items to pass along.

🐰 Wild About Animals Group Show | East Anaheim Branch Library | 08/17 | More 
Interactive wildlife educational showcase: exotic animals and touch encounters.

🎸 California Jammin' '76: Clever Soul | Carnegie Plaza at Muzeo | 08/14 | More Free 70s soul and rock outdoors.

⚡ The Glow Show: Firing All Cylinders | House of Blues | 08/15 | More 
Immersive heavy rock showcase powered by blacklights and thrilling energy.

🎺 Los Yonic's, Los Caminantes y Grupo Yndio | Grove of Anaheim | 08/15 | More 
Three generations of Mexican romantic classics on one bill. Ticketed.

♟️ Weekly Game Night | Main Street | 08/15 | More 
A sober, welcoming social evening of video, card, and board games.

💘 Love on Draft Speed Dating | MAKE | 08/20 | More 
Meet new people in a low-pressure social environment with craft drinks.

🎷 Thursday Nite Jazz: JB Quartet | Anaheim Packing House | 08/20 | More 
Free end-of-week jazz for the after-work crowd.

A huge thank-you to all the teachers heading back to school. You deserve the laughs ahead more than anyone! ❤️

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