Food Drive Helps Shelter | New Cupcake Shop: Saturday Smiles

As May 2021 draws to a close, we take a look back at a week full of stories about people doing wonderful things in their communities.

Patch has seven Northern California anecdotes to make your weekend a bit brighter.

Memorial Day Weekend Dining Deals 2021: California

• Whether you plan to dine out or at home over the holiday weekend, see Golden State restaurants' specials for military, vets & general public.

Pleasanton Food Drive Helps Needy, Tri-Valley Not-For-Profit

• The drive amassed more than 8,000 non-perishable food items and benefits Tri-Valley Haven, which serves sexual and domestic assault victims.

Dublin Junior Girl Scouts Give Back With Free Little Libraries

• Members of Girl Scout Troop 30266 collected books for the two free libraries and used cookie sales money to pay for paint and materials.

Livermore Tiny House Village Reaches To Serve Homeless Residents

• Goodness Village was inspired by a Livermore pastor who worked with Livermore city officials to provide tiny homes and support services.

Livermore Couple Honors Late Daughter's Legacy With New Bakery

• Goodness Village was inspired by a Livermore pastor who worked with Livermore city officials to provide tiny homes and support services.

New Cupcake Shop To Open In Walnut Creek

• If you need a decadent indulgence, a new cupcake shop is scheduled to open in time for the 4th of July.

Cuvaison Winery To Break Ground On Napa Valley Expansion

• Cuvaison remains open for tastings at its Los Carneros vineyard estate and expects to finish the first phase of construction this summer.

If you have an idea for a nice news story in your town, let us know. Email your story tips to autumn.johnson@patch.com.