Father’s Day Specials + Popular County Fair Opens: Saturday Smiles

The popular Alameda County Fair opened Friday, which means summer has arrived in the Bay Area. If you are taking a break from celebrating dad, and looking for some nice news, Patch is here to help.

Take a look at these uplifting stories from across Northern California.

Father's Day Restaurant Brunch & Dinner Specials 2022: SF Bay Area

• Give dear ol' dad the royal treatment on his big day. See what San Francisco Bay Area eateries are prepping for Sunday, June 19.

Alameda County Fair Starts Friday

• From dueling knights to horses to roller coasters to fireworks to drone shows, the Alameda County Fair has it all. Here are some highlights.

Tri-Valley Juneteenth Festival Set At Bankhead Plaza In Livermore

• Dancers, singers and drummers will join local Black-owned businesses and organizations to commemorate the holiday.

Lifeguard Shortage: Danville Seeks To Fill Summer Positions

• Summer camp season starts soon and the town is still looking to fill positions.

Levi's Stadium Chosen As Host Site For 2026 FIFA World Cup

• Levi’s Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, will be the first Bay Area stadium to host World Cup games since 1999.

'Playful And Curious' Smuggled Parrot Chicks Land At San Francisco Zoo

• "When these chicks were confiscated, U.S. Fish and Wildlife sought out zoos with expertise in hand-rearing parrot species."

San Mateo Man To Serve As Guide For U.S. Association Of Blind Athletes

• Bryan Lam is an avid triathlete and runner who has completed five of the six world marathon majors.

Marin Coach Captures Prestigious Honor

• San Rafael High coach Shawna Hoch was named the 2021-22 State Coach of the Year for competitive cheer by the California Coaches Association.

Dipsea Crowns Youngest Champ In Over 50 Years

• Eddie Owens, 28, won the 111th Dipsea Race, topping a field of 1,500. He ran the rugged 7.5-mile foot course in 48:35.

'Playful And Curious' Smuggled Parrot Chicks Land At San Francisco Zoo

• "When these chicks were confiscated, U.S. Fish and Wildlife sought out zoos with expertise in hand-rearing parrot species."

New Restaurant Sweetgreen Opens In Walnut Creek

• The restaurant serves salads, warm bowls and sides.

D1 Group Fitness Facility Opens In Pleasanton

• The group training franchise will offer age-based group workouts and private trainer sessions.

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.