News Businesses Opening + Retired BART Car Being Turned Into Pizza Shop: Saturday Smiles

Take a moment this weekend to get caught up on some of the lighter news from across Northern California. Learn more about the retired BART car being turned into a pizza shop and find out which new businesses are opening in the East Bay.

Lamorinda Winemakers Celebrate 10-Years On Wine Map

• Local growers and boutique wineries mark 10 years of the Lamorinda AVA with a public tasting event.

A Retired BART Car Is Being Turned Into A Pizza Shop In The East Bay

• The new shop is expected to open in Downtown Hayward.

Lululemon, Candy Store Opening In City Center

• City Center is welcoming three tenants and an expanded Escapology escape room.

Pickleball Kingdom Opening Livermore Location

• The popular national franchise plans to open an eight-court location in Livermore that will offer coaching, leagues, and youth development.

Getting Crabby At Spud Point: How-To Lessons In How To Catch A Crab

• At Spud Point Marina, the lesson started less like a classroom and more like someone mid-sentence realizing they were already on stage.

San Leandro Cherry Festival Returns In June

• The tradition dates back to 1909, officials said.

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