Meet 'The Sandlot' Writer + USPS Hosting Job Fairs: Saturday Smiles

It might be hard to believe it but Memorial Day weekend is here. If you are looking to enjoy some lighter news during your long holiday weekend, you have come to the right place.

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

16 Couples To Wed At Mount Diablo Summit

• The couples signed up for the "Destination Wedding" event offered by the Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder's Office.

USPS Hiring Peninsula Workers During Weekly Job Fairs

• The Postal Service is looking to fill hundreds of career roles across the Bay Area, including many on the Peninsula. Here's how to apply.

Meet 'The Sandlot' Writer, Director At Martinez Screening

• The event at Contra Costa Cinemas benefits Marinez Sturgeon baseball players.

Danville Teen Continues Mission To Train Students In Self-Defense

• Sonia Sharma has organized events to train local teachers to train their students in self-defense.

Fremont Native Featured In People Magazine

• Shreya Ramachandran started a nonprofit that encourages the use of grey water.

San Ramon 6th Grader Named International Free-Throw Champion

• Chloe Omega scored higher than any girl her age in the world in the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship.

Are You Holding The Winning SuperLotto Tickets Sold In NorCal?

• The big jackpot is still in play for the SuperLotto Plus, but two NorCal winners netted second-place prizes in Wednesday's drawing.

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.