Kite Magic; Poetry & Scout Accolades; Free Fair Tickets; Cops Buy Lemonade: Saturday Smiles

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

Saratoga Teen Wins National Poetry Contest

• Aashna Belenje, a teenager from Saratoga who's an 8th grade student at Redwood Middle School is 1 of 5 winners in a national poetry contest.

UC Davis Professor Receives Distinguished Speaker Award From Texas A&M

• UC Davis entomology professor Frank Zalom recently received the Perry Adkisson Distinguished Speaker Award from Texas A&M University.

Novato Scouts Receive Prestigious Awards from Boy Scouts of America, Marin Council

• Novato Troop 200 Boy Scout Named "Scout of the Year" & Venturing Crew 200 Scout Named "Venturer of the Year" at recent awards dinner

Go Fly A Kite!: Patch Photos Of The Week

• Patch loves photos! Submit your images and they could be featured!

Pigs Feet and Power Tools: Young women experience ortho surgery at Kaiser Permanente

• Perry Initiative, hosted by KP doctors, inspires high school girls to pursue medical, engineering careers.

Hey, Kids! Los Altos' Spring Egg Hunt Set For April 15 At Hillview Park

• The City of Los Altos' annual free Spring Egg Hunt is being held rain or shine at Hillview Park's soccer field on April 15.

Berkeley Woman Wins Oakland Marathon

• She won the women's division with a time of 3:09:06.

Baby Otter Moves Into Aquarium of the Bay

• Tahoe joins otters Shasta, Baxter and Ryer.

Outside Lands 2017 Announces Bands: Metallica, The Who, And More

• Check the lineup now - tickets go on sale Thursday! The three day festival in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park will return Aug. 11-13.

Cruz511 In Your Neighborhood Coming to Watsonville

• This program is designed to connect with people who are interested in leaving their car at home and making changes in their travel behavior.

Free Easter Egg Hunt Planned in Downtown San Leandro

• There will also be face painting, music, story time, family friendly activities and a petting zoo.

Pleasanton Seeks Community of Character Nominees

• The Juanita Haugen Community of Character award nominations are due on Monday, April 3 in Pleasanton.

Livermore Public Libraries Participate In National Library Week

• Livermore libraries are holding the Library Bingo Challenge beginning Apr. 9 for adults and teens to participate in National Library Week.

Mobile Food Pantry Available For Fremont Seniors

• It provides adults 55 and older with a selection of free fresh produce and shelf-stable items. Location, days and time.

Record Shattering Fundraisers Inspire Repeat Performances in Livermore

• The Livermore Valley Education Foundation Hosts Two Fundraising Games with the Harlem Wizards Basketball Team

The HGTV Connection; Mountain Retreat With Stream, Waterfall; Dreamy Ocean Views: California Wow Houses

• Soak in your bathtub while gazing at the scenery or have a glass of wine on the deck while watching the sun sink into the Pacific Ocean.

Win Free Tickets To The Alameda County Fair

• Do you like entering sweepstakes, drawings, contests and giveaways? We have a great one for you that adds up to local family fun! #sweeps

San Leandro Trivia Bee This Weekend

• Get your tickets now - they will not be sold at the door!

Glorious Evening Sky: Photo Of The Week

• If you need to take a deep breath...gaze that this photo for a few minutes.

Construction To Begin On Affordable Housing In Fremont

• The project is a collaboration with Habitat For Humanity. Link included to apply for one of the homes.

Newark Police Support Kids' Lemonade Stand

• "To protect and to serve" can take many forms!

Assistance League Way Side Inn Thrift Shop Revisits Asian Handicrafts

• These Asian-inspired treasures illustrate how medium, line, and color work in concert with each other.

Jaw-Dropping $39.8 Million Atherton Estate Is 'Incomparable'

• WOW House: Principles of Feng Shui surround the property that's full of history.

Image courtesy of Maria Joachim