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Trash collection in parts of Orange County are facing delays as local sanitation workers honor picket lines in support of strikes on the East Coast.

The work stoppage stems from a strike at a Republic Services facility in Boston, where more than 400 workers walked off the job last week demanding higher wages and better health benefits. That strike has now reached California, including Orange County.

“There is no strike in Orange County, but these workers have contract language that allows them to honor that picket line,” said Adan Alvarez, spokesperson for Teamsters Local 396, which represents around 3,000 Republic Services workers in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

Republic Services, the second-largest residential waste hauler in North America after Waste Management, operates in multiple Orange County cities including Anaheim, Brea, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Placentia, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Villa Park and Yorba Linda.

Alvarez said “hundreds” of sanitation workers in Orange County are currently honoring the picket line.

In three of those cities — Villa Park, Brea and Santa Ana — local officials sent out notices to their residents on Wednesday, July 9, that Wednesday pickups could be delayed by a day or more.

Villa Park officials said residents should leave bins out for “potential” makeup service on Thursday, “similar to a holiday week.” Local crews were not on strike, they added, but were picketing in support of their East Coast colleagues.

Brea city officials said some customers may also see delayed trash and recycling collection this week. “If your trash was not picked up, leave your bins out for potential makeup service on Thursday,” city officials said in a notice.

“If you are in an association community, check with your management for any guidance,” they added. “Republic is working on contingency plans in Brea.”

In Santa Ana, officials confirmed that Republic Services had delayed the pickup scheduled for July 9 and would be working through the weekend to catch up. They advised residents to leave trash carts out at the curb “until they have been serviced.”

“Republic Services will implement an accelerated recovery schedule that includes working through the weekend to catch up on any missed collections as quickly as possible,” the city said in a statement.

Alvarez said it’s unclear when services will return to normal.

“The majority are honoring the picket line. When services will go back to normal is unforeseen. Republic Services can end this today if they bargain in good faith,” he added.

Republic Services officials said three Orange County facilities were affected by employees participating in the work stoppage related to the contract negotiations with the union representing employees in the Boston area and four other locations.

“We are making adjustments to our operations and working to resume regular service as quickly as possible,” company officials said in a statement. “Residents are advised to leave their containers out. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.”

The strike has also impacted cities in the Bay Area, where union workers are also refusing to cross the picket line in solidarity.

THE ERRORS TOURBayside & Smoking PopesHouse of Blues Anaheim, CA06.19.25 – 06.20.25

The second leg of Bayside’s 25th anniversary The Errors Tour stopped in Anaheim for two nights at the House of Blues. Opening both nights was Chicago pop punk band Smoking Popes fresh off the release of their live album for the 30th anniversary of Born to Quit. The album was originally re-released when the band signed with Capitol Records in the 90s.Bayside frontman Anthony Ranieri told the crowd Smoking Popes was one of his favorite bands. On Bayside’s 2005 Acoustic EP, they covered Smoking Popes’ “Megan” with Popes frontman Josh Caterer guesting on vocals. The Smoking Popes played a tight set that proved the band is still going strong, although the mainstream success teased in the 90s never came to full fruition.

Night 1 featured the early era of Bayside. The set list was evenly spread between their self-titled Bayside, The Walking Wounded, Shudder, and Sirens and Condolences. From the moment they started with “Montauk” until the final encore of “Devotion and Desire,” the crowd was singing along and celebrating their long relationship with the band. These weren’t fair-weather Johnny-come-latelies in the audience. After a nearly 90-minute set, the crowd still wanted more. Fortunately, that’s just what they got on night 2.

The latter era on night 2 featured another 90 minutes, this time from Killing Time, Cult, Vacancy, Interrobang, and the band’s most recent release There Are Worse Things Thing Being Alive. It’s easy to think a band celebrating 25 years is resting on its laurels of the early hits, but this set proved that this isn’t a nostalgia act playing the old hits. Bayside has continued to get better and hasn’t slowed down. They came out full-speed ahead showcasing the heavier feel of night 2 with thrasher “How to Ruin Everything (Patience).” They slowed things down a bit here and there to let the crowd catch its breath, but the overall feel and pace of the night was a harder rock assault. They ended the night with “Sick, Sick, Sick” for the final encore. This may be the song that bridges the two eras the most with the heavier new feel and all the melody that Bayside solidified in the early years. This was one of the minority of tours where multiple nights are justified. The third leg starts in September with The Sleeping opening.

The Happiest Place on Earth has leaned heavily into “Happy” during Disneyland’s yearlong 70th anniversary party that will see the Anaheim theme park “Celebrate Happy” in five different ways.

Happiness will be the theme behind a daytime parade, nighttime spectacular, two projection shows and a song by the Jonas Brothers during the 70th anniversary celebration at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure that officially kicks off on Friday, May 16.

Disneyland unveiled the Mickey and Friends Celebrate Happy Cavalcade, “World of Color Happiness” water show, “Tapestry of Happiness” and “Celebrate Happy” projection shows and “Celebrate Happy” song during media previews on Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14.

Fans will find quite a few things named “Celebrate Happy” during Disneyland’s 70th anniversary — including the new Jonas Brothers song.

The upbeat theme song served as a soundtrack everywhere in the parks during the media previews — from the character cavalcade to the nighttime projection shows.

The song has that distinctive Jonas Brothers sound from the “Camp Rock” days and the band’s Disney Channel show. A shuffling drum beat that makes you want to dance was accompanied by whistling, hand claps, horns and soaring vocals.

I found myself humming the chord progression of the chorus after the earworm got stuck in my head. It was hard not to smile whenever I heard the song.

The chorus was easy to memorize: “Happy, happy, happy, celebrate happy.”

The Mickey and Friends Celebrate Happy Cavalcade stars Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Daisy in their new anniversary outfits along with pals Goofy, Max, Duffy and ShellieMay.

A “cavalcade” is Disneyland’s way of setting expectations below what fans have come to expect from a full-fledged parade.

It took less than three minutes for the entire cavalcade of a dozen dancers and nearly two dozen Disney characters to pass by on two modest floats dressed in a pop art style.

Fans lining the parade route three rows deep cheered for Mickey’s arrival as Daisy pumped up the crowd during the soft opening presentation of the cavalcade.

Disneylanders should know the JoBros song by heart by the end of the summer with “Celebrate Happy” playing on a loop during the cavalcade.

I wouldn’t stand around waiting for the Celebrate Happy Cavalcade. Think of it as more of a delightful surprise if you happen to catch it rather than something to build your whole day around. It’s a great way to see a bunch of characters real quick as they pass by. If you’re lucky, maybe Chip or Dale will stop by long enough for you to snap a selfie.

The new “Tapestry of Happiness” projection show played on the facade of It’s a Small World at Disneyland just before the start of the Paint the Night nighttime parade.

The brief but delightful five-minute show was everything I’d hoped and imagined the Disneyland 70th anniversary celebration would be: A loving tribute to seven decades of park history.

“Tapestry of Happiness” played as a love letter to Disneyland with a graphic design inspired by Disney Legend Mary Blair’s signature artistic style.

There were fun visual nods to the Haunted Mansion, Main Street Electrical Parade, Disneyland Monorail, “Fantasmic” and the classic Fantasyland rides.

The Dapper Dans made a cameo appearance along with song snippets from the familiar soundtracks to the Enchanted Tiki Room, Pirates of the Caribbean and It’s a Small World.

The best moment of the show was a well-deserved shout out to a trio of retired Disneyland favorites — Skyway, PeopleMover and Rocket Rods.

The Star Wars sequence was the one moment that didn’t seem very happy with Kylo Ren and a pair of massive stormtroopers menacing the crowd gathered along the parade route.

My favorite part: When an animated Small World facade was projected on the real Small World facade. I laughed out loud at the redundant but worthy tribute.

The shortest show in Disneyland history might also have the longest name. Unfortunately, it was also the biggest disappointment of the new 70th anniversary entertainment.

The Carthay Circle restaurant exterior served as the canvas for a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it two-minute show that plays a few times each night.

Tinker Bell was our host as the Carthay tower was bathed in colorful confetti, starbursts, fireworks and pixie dust.

The whole thing felt like the start of something that never happened. It was fun and bright. The graphics looked sharp. But there wasn’t much there to recommend.

The underwhelming “Celebrate Happy: A Little Bit of Magic Every Night” was especially disappointing in comparison to the wonderful “Tapestry of Happiness.”

The new “World of Color” water show hosted by Joy from “Inside Out” will deliver the final dose of happiness each night during the 70th party with a kiss goodnight worthy of the best Disney nighttime spectaculars.

Joy’s “Inside Out” co-stars Sadness, Anger, Fear, Disgust, Anxiety, Envy, Embarrassment and Ennui make cameo appearances throughout the show that explores a kaleidoscope of emotions.

Plenty of other Disney and Pixar characters share the spotlight during “World of Color Happiness” with moments from the “Lion King,” “Little Mermaid,” “Frozen,” “The Incredibles,” “Turning Red,” “Wish” and “A Goofy Movie” films projected on water screens in DCA’s Paradise Bay.

The message of the nighttime spectacular: You can’t be truly happy without all of life’s other emotions. You can’t feel joy without sorrow. You can’t appreciate the good times without making it through the hard times.

Disney’s seventh full-length World of Color was filled with several unexpected moments — including extended musical numbers with the Snuggly Duckling pub thugs from “Tangled” singing “I’ve Got a Dream” and super strong sister Luisa Madrigal sharing the stress of trying to make everyone in the family happy during “Surface Pressure” from “Encanto.”

My favorite part of the water show featured familiar scenes of happiness from Disney films playing inside massive bubbles on the mist screens while smoke-filled bubbles floated over the audience.

Orange County residents will gather in celebration of independence for the Fourth of July holiday tomorrow through a number of parades, carnivals and firework shows.

Independence Day commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

There’s a host of cities in OC that actually celebrate Independence Day with events tonight – offering festival celebrations and fireworks early.

Here are a few noteworthy free events happening today and tomorrow.

North Orange County

Watch a livestream of fireworks at the 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular on the City of Los Alamitos’ Instagram and Facebook.

When: July 3, 9:00 p.m.

Cost: Free

For more details, contact Los Alamitos Recreation and Community

Services Department at (562) 430-1073

Enjoy a variety of patriotic festivities at the City of Brea’s annual Country Fair. The fair will include live entertainment, a classic car show, food games, exhibits and more.

When: July 4, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Where: 401 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

Cost: Free

For more details, contact (714) 990-7771

The City of Anaheim’s Fourth of July Celebration includes a 5k/10k run, dog show, parade, food, entertainment and fireworks.

The event is free to attend, but entries to the 5k/10k run and the dog show require a fee.

When: 7:00 a.m.

Where: Peralta Canyon Park, 115 N Pinney Dr., Anaheim, CA 92807

Cost: Free

For more details, contact (714) 765-5161

Enjoy a car show, carnival and fireworks show at the 4th of July celebration in Fullerton Downtown Plaza.

When: July 4, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where: 125 E. Wilshire Ave. Fullerton, CA 92832

Cost: Free

For more details, contact (714) 738-6587

Enjoy an Independence Day celebration at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library including a Continental Militia Skirmish and other Revolutionary War reenactors.

When: July 4, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where: 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Cost: Free

For more details, contact the museum at (714) 983-9120

Central Orange County

Enjoy live music, food vendors, inflatables and a firework show at Centennial Park in Santa Ana.

Attendees are asked to bring their own lawn chair and to arrive early.

When: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where: 3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92704

Cost: Free

For more details, contact the city at (714) 647-5400

Attend a celebration with food, music and a firework show at the Tustin High School Stadium.

When: July 4, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where: 31171 El Camino Real, CA 92780

Cost: Free

For more details, contact (714) 573-3326

Coastal Orange County

View a Condor Squadron flyover featuring WWII AT-6 aircraft and fireworks display over the San Clemente Pier.

When: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Where: 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, California 92672

Cost: Free

For more details, contact Parks & Recreation at (949) 361-8264

Attend a parade and fireworks show at Main St. in Huntington Beach.

All beach viewing of the fireworks show, which starts at 9:00 p.m., is open to the public.

When: July 4, 10:00 a.m.

Where: 136 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Cost: Free

For more details, call (714) 536-5577

Celebrate the Fourth of July early with live music, contests, food vendors and a fireworks show at a community celebration at the OC Fair & Event Center.

Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.

When: July 3, 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Where: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Cost: Free

For more details, contact the OC Fair at (714) 708-1500

View a firework display off Doheny State Beach in Dana Point.

When: July 4, 9:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Where: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA, 92629

Cost: Free

For more details, contact Parks & Recreation at (949) 248-3536

Enjoy a drone light show from Monument Point in Heisler Park in Laguna Beach. Attendees are encouraged to listen to live audio of patriotic music on the Voice of Laguna and KXFM Radio during the show.

When: July 4, 9:00 p.m.

Where: Heisler Park, 375 Cliff Dr., Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Cost: Free

For more details, contact Parks & Recreation at (949) 464-6645

South Orange County

Enjoy live music, food, a fireworks display and other patriotic festivities at the Fourth of July Celebration.

When: July 4, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where: 25555 Alicia Pkwy., Laguna Hills, CA

Cost: Free

For more details, contact the Community Services Department at (949) 707-2680 or email communityservices@lagunahillsca.org

Visit Crown Valley Park for free activities, including an adult lap swim, patriotic flyover, concert and drone show experience.

When: July 4, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where: 25555 Alicia Pkwy., Laguna Niguel, CA

Cost: Free

For more details, contact the Community Services Department at (949) 707-2680 or email communityservices@lagunahillsca.org

Line the streets for the 32nd Annual Fourth of July Parade in Lake Forest. Starting at 9:30 a.m, the parade will travel through Toledo Way, Lake Forest Dr., Serrano Rd. and Ridge Route.

When: July 4, 9:30 a.m.

Where: 25255 Toledo Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630

Cost: Free

For more details, call (949) 461-3439

Take the kids to a street faire and fireworks display in Mission Viejo.

When: July 4, 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Where: Olympiad Rd., between Marguerite Pkwy. and Melinda Rd.

Cost: Free

For more details, contact the Community Services Department at (949) 707-2680 or email communityservices@lagunahillsca.org

Take the kids to a family-friendly Fourth of July celebration in San Juan Capistrano. Festivities include games, live music, food and a fireworks display.

When: July 4, 2:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m.

Where: 25601 Camino del Avion, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Cost: Free

For more details, contact the Community Services Department at (949) 493-5911

If you know of a free public agency event that the Voice of OC should be aware of, send an email to etaylor@voiceofoc.org

For more events, please refer to the Voice of OC Calendar.

The Pantera Palooza Car Show is revving up in Anaheim for another unforgettable gathering in 2025!

Taking place at Yorba Park in Anaheim, this event brings together the largest collection of Panteras in the USA. From classic models to rare finds, car enthusiasts can admire these iconic vehicles up close in a vibrant, park-style atmosphere. With a scenic backdrop, the cars shine as the main stars of the show, offering a rare opportunity to see some of the finest Panteras in one place.

The event is more than just a car show; it’s a community gathering with a DJ spinning tunes, a 50/50 raffle, and trophies up for grabs. The event also features a vendor row, adding to the excitement with food, drinks, and car-related merchandise.

So bring your passion for Panteras, your friends, and your appetite for fun to Yorba Park, where the horsepower meets community spirit in one incredible day!

Pantera Palooza Car Show - Orange County, California

Location: Yorba Park, 7400 E La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92807Starts: 10:00 AMEnds: 2:00 PMAdmission: FreeVehicle Registration: HERE

*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact Pantera Palooza Car Show event organizers HERE . Including details about attending and displaying your car. Also about becoming a car meet vendor or sponsor.

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