Lost Hiker Rescued + Turkey Donations Needed: Saturday Smiles

The weekend is here, and now is a good time to catch up on some of the lighter Northern California news you may have missed last week.

Lost Hiker Rescued In Novato

• Novato officers and firefighters worked with the Sonoma County Sheriff to quickly reach a lost hiker Wednesday evening.

Prime Rib At The Garden: Now Open In Downtown Walnut Creek

• A grand opening was recently held for the restaurant at the popular local venue.

Fundraiser High Tea To Benefit Monterey’s Historic Casa Serrano Adobe

• The elegant high tea, to be held later this month, will support preservation efforts.

Mony Nop Turkey Drop Accepting Donations Through November

• Guests can drop off food, money, and gifts to help over 800 local families in need.

Holiday Comedy 'A Sherlock Carol' Scheduled In Bay Area

• The classic British detective meets Christmas cheer in a holiday mystery running Nov. 20 to Dec. 15.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Coming To San Jose

• The holiday music show is scheduled for a single performance on November 26.

A.C.T. Prepares For World Premiere of 'A Whynot Christmas Carol'

• This new adaptation of the Dickens classic runs from Nov. 26 to Dec. 24 at Toni Rembe Theater. Tickets are on sale now.

Festive Holiday Bay Cruises Scheduled From Berkeley

• Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s offerings are available to book now for fall and winter celebrations.

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