Retired Firefighter Saves Mom's Life; Possum Momma; 6,500 Girl Scouts Cross Golden Gate: Saturday Smiles

If you are looking for a lighter news story for your weekend, Patch is here to brighten your day.

Retired East Bay Firefighter Saves His Elderly Mother's Life

• The former Livermore-Pleasanton firefighter says what happened to his mom could happen to your family. Would you know what to do?

Dublin Boy Who Survives Being Hit, Pinned Under Car Scores New Bike, Helmet

• Police officers and a local business owner worked together to get the 12-year-old boy back on the road.

Livermore Schools Honored By Calif. Department of Education

• Title I funded schools recognized for excellence

"Girls On The Run" Attracts Over 300 To Rohnert Park: Images

• Over 300 girls participated Saturday in the annual "Girls On the Run" event held at the Sonoma Mountain Village complex.

Black Cat On Ice Brings Good Luck To San Jose Sharks

• A special furry friend made an appearance on the ice before the San Jose Sharks 5-2 victory over Nashville Friday at the SAP Center.

Nonstop Service From San Jose To London Launched By British Airways

• British Airways on Wednesday launches the first nonstop air service between San Jose and London for travelers in the Silicon Valley.

Watsonville Little League Community Honors Volunteer Of 50 Years

• Nearly 300 residents showed up Saturday at Franich Park in Watsonville to honor Rick Stubblefield, a man who has volunteered for 50 years.

Watch Mercury Pass in Front of the Sun This Monday (NASA Preview Video)

• The Transit of Mercury astrological event happens about 13 times every century. Here are the details for 2016.

Coming to Theaters Near You: 'Captain America: Civil War,' 'A Bigger Splash,' 'The Family Fang,' and More

• WATCH THE TRAILERS: Your guide to movies with a theatrical release on May 6, 2016.

Happy Mother's Day to the Oakland Zoo's River Otters!

• Mother and daughter, Ginger and Rose, have both delivered litters of three pups. The growing otters can be seen frolicking in their habitat.

Photo: Possum Momma and Her 5 Babies

• Using a backyard fence as her own personal carpool lane, this possum momma with "babies on board" survived a near catastrophe.

El Cerrito Law Enforcement Brings Home Big Win at CHP Explorer Competition

• El Cerrito Police Department's Explorer Post competed in the Annual State Capital Explorer Challenge, bringing home five top spots.

K-9 Kepi Helped Students Celebrate National Bike to School Day

• Dixon's mayor, councilmember and police officers hung out at Gretchen Higgins for some fun Wednesday.

Walk to Support Danville Boy With Nephrotic Syndrome Coming Up

• Wilson Callaway is a third grader battling a kidney disease. You can help fund a local Nephrotic Syndrome Symposium by joining in! VIDEO

Bounty Garden and Historical Walk of Hap Magee Ranch Park

• Danville-area seniors are invited to grab a friend, get outdoors and enjoy one of Danville’s great parks.

Police Bring Pizza and K-9 Recruiting Youth Cadets

• Chaplain Bob Duvall and his K-9 companion Kepi hosted Pizza With a Cop at Dixon High School.

UCSF Receives $185M Donation for Neuroscience Institute

• The Weill Family Foundation, along with Sandy and Joan Weill, donated the money to establish the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences.

OLL Middle School Students Shine at the 34th Annual Margie Burke Speech Tournament

• At the Margie Burke Speech Tournament, OLL students competed and earned medals in the areas of Dramatic Interpretation and Impromptu.

Marin's Water Rescue Task Force Recognized for Dozens of 'Saves'

• “This program has saved many lives already and further enhanced our ability to serve our residents and visitors.”

Marin Donates Bicycles to San Rafael CA Fire Department

• Marin Donates bicycles to San Rafael Fire Department

3 Minutes on a Park Bench with Charles Jonath from Alex and Son Coins in downtown Novato

• Charles Jonath offers some tips to find a reputable coin/gold and sliver dealer and explains why precious metals can be a great investment.

More Than 6,500 Girl Scouts Make Annual Trek Across Golden Gate

• "Golden Gate Bridging" brought thousands of girl scouts together here in the Bay Area over the weekend.

Riechel Informs: Bike to Work Day - Thursday, May 12th, between 7:00 - 9:00 a.m

• “Refresher” station located in front of the San Bruno BART station - 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Riechel Informs: SamTrans Board Recognizes Older Americans Month

• "May to be “Older Americans Month.”

National River Cleanup Day

• Volunteer trash pickup and creek cleanup at Colma Creek for National River Cleanup Day.

Silicon Valley Open Studios at The Art Center of Redwood City and San Carlos

• Public welcome at The Art Center on May 14th and 15th (11am-5pm): Thirteen artists participating in SVOS at one location!

Audrey Morse Earns Gold Award, Highest Honor a Girl Scout Can Achieve

• Pleasanton Girl Scout Earns Gold Award working with UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland, CA

Did you miss last week's Saturday Smiles feature?

• Robotic Diver; Free College Tuition; Goose Family Rescued; Special Olympics: Saturday Smiles

-Image via Al Francis from "Girls On The Run" Attracts Over 300 To Rohnert Park: Images