Teen Plans Virtual Prom | Neighbors Howl: Saturday Smiles

Are you looking for some uplifting stories after another week of bad news? If you are craving some lighter news for your weekend, check out these sweet NorCal stories.

Danville Teen Goes Viral Planning TikTok Prom On March 28

• Natalie Reese was upset when her prom was canceled. But she got glammed up, danced with her dad, and organized an international digital prom.

Unique Birthday Celebration For Boy In The Time Of Coronavirus

• The second grader's birthday party was canceled because of social distancing, but their moms found a way to celebrate Christian's day anyway

Mill Valley Howls For Health Care Workers Fighting Coronavirus

• Inspired by coyotes, Mill Valley residents are howling nightly in support of health care workers and first responders battling COVID-19.

SEE: Grandma's B-Day Surprise Carries On, In Spite Of Coronavirus

• A Tri-Valley family still found a way to wish grandma a happy 91st birthday.

South City Children Help Out Amid Coronavirus Crisis

• Isaac and Anthem Au, aged 5 and 2 ½ years old, participate in Little Free Pantry program.

Friedman's Helps Provide Masks For Sonoma County Medical Workers

• The home-improvement store with three Sonoma County locations has adjusted its hours but remains open — to 30 customers at a time.

'Free Grilled Cheese, Please': East Bay Restaurant's Magic Words

• Soon after hearing schools were closing down to prevent the spread of coronavirus, Vic's Martinez decided to ease the burden on families.

Cuvaison Wines To Donate Wine Club Proceeds To Restaurant Workers

• Napa Valley’s Cuvaison Estate Wines is giving $5 per May wine club shipment to the Restaurant Workers Community Foundation.

San Francisco-Marin Food Bank Opens More Free Pop-Up Pantries

• The SF-Marin Food Bank is opening seven additional free pop-up pantries this week to provide healthy food during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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