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VOLUME LIV, NUMBER 49 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol Arctic Sea Ice Loss Could Dry Out California

Arctic sea ice loss of the magnitude expected in the next few decades of Nature Communications. could impact California’s rainfall and exacerbate future droughts, ac- The study identifies a new link between Arctic sea ice loss and the See Inside Section A cording to new research led by Lawrence Livermore National Labora- development of an atmospheric ridging system in the North Pacific. This atmospheric feature also played a central role in the 2012-2016 California Section A is filled with tory (LLNL) scientists. The dramatic loss of Arctic sea ice cover observed over the satellite drought. It is known for steering precipitation-rich storms northward, information about arts, people, era is expected to continue throughout the 21st century. Over the next into Alaska and Canada, and away from California. The team found entertainment and special events. few decades, the Arctic Ocean is projected to become ice-free during that sea ice changes can lead to convection changes over the tropical There are education stories, a the summer. A new study by Ivana Cvijanovic and colleagues from Pacific. These convection changes can in turn drive the formation of an variety of features, and the arts Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and University of Califor- atmospheric ridge in the North Pacific, resulting in significant drying and entertainment and nia, Berkeley shows that substantial loss of Arctic sea ice could have over California. bulletin board. significant far-field effects. The research appears in the Dec. 5 edition “On average, when considering the 20-year mean, we find a 10-15 (See SEA ICE, page 5) Springtown Critic of High Open Space Medical Costs On Agenda To Speak at

At its December 11 meeting, the Bankhead Livermore City Council is being asked to approve the Springtown A prominent author and critic Open Space Concept Plan. of the high costs of American medicine will speak next Tuesday As part of the discussion, staff evening at Livermore’s Bankhead would work with the Livermore Theater. Area Recreation and Park District The speaker, Elisabeth Rosen- (LARPD) staff to identify potential thal, is a Harvard-trained physician funding options to implement the who spent more than two decades plan. writing health-related articles for The city owns the 85-acre the New York Times and other former Springtown Golf Course national publications. property. LARPD prepared the Today, Rosenthal is executive open space concept plan. editor of Kaiser Health News, a A ballot measure approved by nonprofit, Washington-based news voters in November 2016, perma- service that is part of the Kaiser nently designates the property as Family Foundation and not af- open space. filiated with the Kaiser Permanente A preliminary cost estimate of medical care system. $16 to $22 million was included Early this year, she published as part of the plan. However, no Photo - Doug Jorgensen An American Sickness, a book funding is currently identified. The spirit of Christmas was alive and well when 250 volunteers gathered at the Alameda County that details the evolution of the American healthcare system from With the completion of the Fairgrounds on Saturday, December 2, to make the dream of getting a bike for Christmas come true Concept Plan, staff is developing a small, experimental health insur- for children of under served families. Volunteers from Kids Bike Lane assembled 616 bikes that will ance program in Texas more than a plan to remove the duck pond on lead to 616 big smiles on the children who receive their first new bike as a surprise Christmas gift. a century ago to today’s business- the property in early 2018. Action Most of the volunteers live in the Tri-Valley and many of the families receiving the bikes are served by oriented healthcare giants. is needed at this time because there In addition to presenting his- is no longer a viable water source charities in the Tri-Valley. Kids Bike Lane is a Livermore based non-profit that partners with charities, community groups, corporations, and individuals to provide new bikes for under-served youth toward tory, the book also offers strategies for the pond. Staff believes that the for reducing costs. Its subtitle is, presence of the resident waterfowl the goal of empowering them to live a healthy, active lifestyle. More information can be found at www. “How healthcare became big busi- represent a significant ongoing li- kidsbikelane.org. ability for the city. (See TALK, page 4) The plan incorporates two “community-scale areas” near the Library and Marlin Pound Park Council Chooses Eastside A and Unified Vision Council Asked that include amenities “intended to serve the greater Livermore com- At its November 29 session, the would like to see in the downtown. One of the two plans chosen To Consider munity and attract visitors from Livermore City Council directed Over 1038 people participated. for study by the council, the plan across the city." staff to refine two concepts for de- A proposal from the Livermore known as Eastside Concept A, will Additional Topics LARPD staff has indicated that velopment of 8.2 acres belonging Stockmen's Rodeo Association include a hotel located on the east- the District would not be able to to the city in downtown Livermore. (LSRA) contributed to the Unified side facing on Livermore Avenue. The Community Group was take on operation of the Spring- The two options are based on what option. LSRA had offered to ex- The other plan, based on the Uni- pleased when its concept for de- town Open Space unless a funding is called the Unified Vision change 2 acres on Pacific Avenue, fied Vision, featured a hotel on the velopment, Westside Hotel A, in source were identified. If no viable Citizens from the ranching, where affordable housing could westside at the corner of L Street the center of downtown Livermore funding option is ultimately identi- scientific, wine growing, hospital- be built, for a park in the center of and Railroad Avenue. Outcome was endorsed by the vast majority fied, the Open Space area would ity and performing arts communi- Livermore. of the public outreach showed of the Outreach participants. The ties produced the Unified Vision, Councilmember Steve Spe- that participants strongly favored other three concepts, submitted likely continue to be operated by by the Downtown Steering Com- the city in its current condition as bringing it forward after the out- dowfski asked the council to a hotel on the westside facing on reach process had been completed. consider a third alternative with Livermore Avenue. Experts, too, mittee to jump start conversation passive-open space. The city's outreach process had cultural facilities and parking had recommended that a hotel front during the Outreach, came in far Staff is working on two addi- involved workshops, on-line sub- adjacent to the Bankhead Theater. on Livermore Avenue. behind. tional issues regarding the Spring- missions, and pop-up events to so- Other councilmembers said that Dave Finster, president of Bill Dunlop, Community licit input on what the community two plans were enough. Group Chair, commented, "One (See SPRINGTOWN, page 5) (See DOWNTOWN, page 2) of the major benefits of our plan cheered on by citizens was our 2.7 acre community park running from Meeting to Discuss Potential the Bankhead Theater all the way through to L Street." He pointed Sales Tax for Early Education out that in responding to city con- sultants’ advice, it is activated by Alameda County Supervisor favor the measure. Another poll the hotel/conference center, retail Nate Miley is sponsoring a lis- will be taken this month. The su- and restaurants, as well as residen- tening initiative about a potential pervisors will decide in February tial units that are primarily located countywide revenue measure that about putting the tax on the ballot. on L Street. would help improve the quality Passage would need approval from Parking was also a focus of the of pre-school child care and give two-thirds of voters. The measure Community plan. It provided 99 more families access to it. would be used only for child-care more stalls than were required. The meeting will be held from support. The public particularly supported 6:30 pm. to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 12 The true cost for child-care at the garage near eastside businesses at the Pleasanton Senior Center, $17,000, is well above the current contiguous to the westside of the 5353 Sunol Boulevard. It will be government reimbursement is Bankhead Theater, said Dunlop. the last of a series of meetings, $11,700. If the tax passes, supervi- Jeff Kaskey added, "Nearly to a which began Oct. 26, and included sors would fit in the county’s con- person participants supported not a stop in Livermore Oct. 30. tribution with state reimbursement just adequate parking, but good Miley and fellow supervisor, and other subsidy money to cover parking and disabled access for Wilma Chan, are in charge of the cost, said Erin Armstrong, a downtown activities without hav- the Board of Supervisors’ efforts special projects manager for Mi- ing parking as a central feature of in exploring the possibility of a ley’s office. the space." one-half cent sales tax annually. There are 10,000 families in The Community Group be- If approved, it would raise an esti- the county who qualify for the lieves that the character of the mated $140 million. The measure early education system. Families community was enhanced by would be on the June 2018 bal- spend years on a waiting list, said locating the boutique hotel on lot. Armstrong. the westside where it was given a Over 20 years, the measure The money would also go highly visible location with front- would raise $2.8 billion, which toward improving child care, by Photo - Doug Jorgensen age on Livermore Avenue, the would create 148,000 scholarships establishing quality metrics with The annual Pleasanton Home for the Holiday Parade headed down entrance to the downtown. The annually for families “furthest five different tiers. In research, the Main Street last Saturday, featuring marching bands, floats and architecture of the upscale hotel from opportunity” in the county, would serve as a focal point, en- county found that only 3 percent of community entries. Following the parade, residents gathered to says a slide show on the measure. child-care providers are using that hancing the center of town. Early polling showed that 73% system, said Armstrong. take part in the annual tree lighting ceremony. A visit from Santa Kaskey said, "I am concerned capped off the festivities. (See COUNCIL, page 2)

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DOWNTOWN gested formation of a coun- that the council does not sion. "We should talk to the (continued from page one) cil subcommittee to work work for private entities, people who suggested the LSRA, told the council that depends on what we think by participants during the with the public to finalize but the public. "We should Unified Vision before mov- the organization was look- should go next to the Bank- outreach process. A confer- details. do what works for the plan." ing stuff around." ing for a centrally located head." ence center of up to 2000 Spedowfski preferred to Woerner pointed out that Coomber said that refer- park of at least a half-acre Retaining the character square foot would be con- have all five councilmem- a tremendous number of ence should be to the com- connected to a small plaza and design of the commu- sidered as part of the hotel. bers work on refining plans. people showed up to express munity, not the community surrounded. The area would nity was ranked the second The location of the hotel Coomber commented support for the Unified Vi- of interest. be used to recognize the most important issue by the was the major issue. Data contributions of ranching public. The points agreed from the city's consultants COUNCIL and the rodeo to the city, as to include using building found that a hotel could (continued from page one) well as honor veterans. materials that include brick work on either side of Liver- Stockmen have expressed. Community Character and Councilmember Steve and heavy wood. Develop- more Avenue. The idea of that the council lost sight of We believe that these can Parking. We think that each Spedowfski commented, "I ment should complement locating it on L and Railroad the important input gathered be included in the down- of the plans improves the love the offer. It opens up and enhance Blacksmith emerged as a new concept. during the public outreach town plan in a way that others. We hope that all these possibilities on the west- Square and First Street. On Rikesh Patel from Presi- process." preserves the three highest objectives can be included in side." the eastside buildings would dio Companies, which has The other plans do not citizen goals of Open Space, the City’s review process." The city council also be four stories; on the west- an exclusive negotiation offer support for these three agreed to zone for 130 side, building along L Street agreement with the city to goals, Dunlop noted. "We workforce housing units. could be 4 stories, step- build a hotel, responded to would like the Council to COMING SOON! As envisioned, an apartment ping down to three stories questions regarding the L reconsider last Wednesday building would be built and near Livermore Avenue with Street site. He said a hotel night’s late night decision. 6591 Altamont Creek Drive operated by a nonprofit in heights varying across the would work anywhere on We would appreciate having order to keep rents low. The Livermore Village property. the 8 acres. It depends on the elements of our plan that housing would be construct- The third ranked issue other factors, such as the provide open space, parking ed on the site not chosen was open space. Points Blacksmith Square integrity, and character included in the by the council for a hotel, agreed to were a centrally location of the Stockmen staff review process." either next to the Bankhead located area, open space's Park and building heights Kaskey concluded, "Over Linda Futral Theater or at the corner of L overall shape should be allowed. 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The design does not Spedowfski noted that near park, trails, school, and within walking used to buy the property. preclude north-south road. the L Street side opens up last week, and the ranching distance to local shops and restaurants. and veteran themes that the The two concepts mov- Councilmember Bob the area." I am very intrigued ing forward also include a Carling wanted to make by the Railroad and L Street blackbox theater, a science sure that there was a walking location." and society center, and a path connecting L Street and Woerner asked that the HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS parking garage on the south- Livermore Avenue. plan allow space for cultural west corner of the Livermore Traffic and circulation amenities to allow time to Village site sith retail on the was the next topic addressed. raise funds. Home For ground floor. Spedowfski wanted to look Woerner pointed out that Part of the outreach pro- at being able to shutdown during public testimony streets for events or festivals. cess included asking partici- there was strong support The Holidays pants to rank issues. Parking Carling was opposed to for workforce housing. "I'm was listed as the top concern a north-south road saying talking about partnering and housing the lowest. The that it would take up space. with a nonprofit to keep rents TVAR is sponsoring ALL TVARmy is council discussed each of "I heard loud and clear about as low as possible." sponsoring all my the issues in order of their public open space." Woerner said that those costs and adoption fee.costs ranking. Bob Coomber agreed living in the units may not And adoption fee Parking was the top with Carling in that he did have as many vehicles. He So for the right home, For the right home,I go home I have for Free! my concern for residents who not see a need for a north- asked that staff be flexible So come down to the Shelter wanted to make sure that ex- south road. with its parking require- bed and stocking ready At 4595 Gleason Drive isting parking was replaced A boutique hotel of 125 ments. And take me home for Christmas and new parking developed to 135 rooms was supported Mayor Marchand sug- to come home with me! So I can start to thrive to serve new uses. A park- So come down to the ing garage in the southwest corner of the Livermore Dublin Shelter at Village was identified in all 4595 Gleason Drive. concepts. Councilmember Steve Spedowfski pointed out Live Music Every Sunday! Take me home for Christmas that the city does not own (indoors if poor weather) so I can start to THRIVE. all of the property needed to build the I Street facility. 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ROPDEC15P Hours 8 am - 7 pm 11/24 thru 12/10 Lifetime Delivery Advantage Sale valid now through 12/10/2017 Guarantee Available Club Limited to quantities on hand on all trees & shrubs with minimum purchase Earn dollar rewards DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 3 4 The Independent • DECEMBER 7, 2017 TALK (continued from page one) ness and how you can take intelligible only to special- be a serious voting issue in motivate subsequent writing EDITORIAL it back.” ists and computers. 2018," she said. for the New York Times and Rosenthal’s talk, which In the course of inves- Even since leaving the gave her personal anecdotes Gifts and Food is scheduled to begin at 7:30 tigating healthcare costs New York Times more than to use as platforms for dis- p.m. December 12, is part of and writing the articles, she a year ago, she has continued cussing comparative costs. The Tri-Valley Haven has sent out a call the Rae Dorough Speaker accumulated large numbers to hear from people – “well- For example, a doctor in for donations of gifts and food so that low Series. of personal stories of people educated people who should Italy stitched a cut on her income and homeless families will be able As a New York Times re- who were challenged and be able to understand their forehead and then apolo- porter in 2013-14, Rosenthal even ruined financially when health care system” – who gized for charging $100. to celebrate the holidays. wrote an extended series of faced with unexpected and hope she can answer billing Similarly, a Swedish doctor Over 3,500 pepole have signed up for the articles on health care costs, often unexplained medical questions that their doc- apologized for charging program. “Paying Till It Hurts.” bills totaling tens and some- tors, hospitals and insurance $400 after setting a broken Needed are cash donations, gift cards, new From childbirth to asthma times hundreds of thousands regulators cannot. wrist. treatment, from vaccinations of dollars. “It’s flattering (that By contrast, back in the toys and gifts for teens, women, chldren, men to hospital visits, the series In an interview prior to they write) but a sign of a U.S., she underwent an ordi- and seniors living in Livermore, Pleasanton examined the extraordinarily her Bankhead talk, Rosen- problem,” she said. “They nary screening colonoscopy and Dublin. Most needed are items for teens. rapid rise of U.S. healthcare thal described the U.S. shouldn’t have to track down and was billed $11,000, ne- costs in comparison with healthcare system as “floun- a reporter.” gotiated down to $9,000 by New, nonviolent gifts and toys may be other kinds of inflation as dering badly now. In addition to provid- her insurance company. dropped off at Asbury United Methodist well as the costs of compa- “We’ve trusted in the ing healthcare as a New “My out-of-pocket cost Church in Livermore on December 11, 12 rable healthcare abroad. business system to give us York City physician, she was zero so a lot of people It detailed the lack of good health care,” she said, has received it while living would have been happy and and 13. consistency in pricing prac- “but businesses are respon- in the U.S. and also abroad, thought they dodged a bullet, Tri-Valley Haven is counting on the com- tices across the country and sible to their shareholders.” in Sweden and Italy, while but I was pissed,” she said in munity to help fill the need. We have no doubt a severe lack of transparency She hopes the coming working for the New York an online interview. that they will. in the bills themselves due year will see some improve- Times. “I know that a nation in part to the rise of medical ment. Healthcare "should These experiences helped which pays $9,000 or coding terminology that is $10,000 for a colonoscopy finds itself in an inflationary cycle where premiums go up, deductibles go up and we can’t afford the things Survey Shows Increased Attendance at the Bankhead we really need.” An American Sickness A recently-completed than 700 respondents, pa- 2018. Ticket sales are 20 of its location in Livermore. of parking in the downtown is available at bookstores survey by Livermore Val- trons are attending more percent higher to date than Many also cited the number area, which was the most like Towne Center Books in ley Performing Arts Cen- shows and spending money last season. and variety of dining choices cited concern overall. We Pleasanton as well as online, ter (LVPAC) indicated an locally when they do so. Ap- At least half of all re- at different price ranges know that for all theaters, and Towne Center said it increase in attendance and proximately 36 percent said spondents indicated that nearby. LVPAC’s free com- the number one concern is will have copies for sale in participation at both the they go to more than seven when they attend events at munity events including always parking, followed by the Bankhead Theater lobby. Bankhead Theater and the performances a year at the the Bankhead, they spend at the Evenings on the Green easy access to restaurants.” Rosenthal’s talk is sched- businesses in downtown Bankhead Theater, up from least $25 per person at local summer concerts, ArtWalk, Kenison added, “The uled for the Bankhead at Livermore. Designed to 31 percent when the last ma- businesses. Some indicated and cultural events such as restaurant access we have 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, De- build LVPAC’s connection jor survey was performed in that they spend far more. Diwali, Chinese New Year covered. We have begun cember 12. Tickets are with the community and 2014. The data would seem When asked about attend- and Native American Day sending out alerts when we available at the box office, increase understanding of to be reflected in the rising ing performances at the were also praised. know parking will be par- 2400 First Street, Liver- patron’s interests and needs, attendance at the theater. Bankhead, most open-ended LVPAC Executive Direc- ticularly difficult.” more, (925) 373-6800; or the survey was emailed in Over the past six months, responses highlighted the tor Scott Kenison said, “As A list of upcoming events online at https://lvpac.org/ late summer to a broad list of nearly a dozen shows have value for the high perfor- with any survey, some sug- and performances is avail- event/elisabeth_rosenthal/. attendees from prior events. sold out, including two that mance quality, the intimate gestions relate to issues be- able at lvpac.org According to the more are not scheduled until early venue size, and convenience yond our control such as lack MAILBOX

(Opinions voiced in let- ments - the list is endless! Livermore’s social history, Council no longer supports year of time and a sizable Recall that city voters and architectural heritage, ag- ters published in Mailbox Bus tickets are key to their the recommendations of amount of money, the city leaders established an urban ricultural past, the scien- more than 2,000 citizens council ignored a gigantic growth boundary, beyond are those of the author and ability to get where they tific and artistic influences… do not necessarily reflect the need to go. who participated in work- amount of the data gathered which residential housing have a vibrant pedestrian shops providing their input. from the workshops, pop- would not occur. The trade- opinion of The Independent. Donna McKenzie, co-di- environment.” The Independent will not rector of Livermore Home- I hope that the half million up events and city council off is that all future housing The results of the Neigh- dollars spent on those work- meetings that represented be built within city limits publish anonymous letters. less Refuge, says it best: borhood Outreach meetings shops is not wasted by the the community’s wishes. All letters are required to "Bus passes are a necessity, filling in vacant or redevel- as tabulated by Placeworks adoption of the United Vi- The joke is on me and oped parcels designated for have the names of the per- not a luxury for our friends in order of priority were sion’s plan to build housing you. We followed the pro- sons submitting them. Abu- living on the street, strug- housing. All of this is laid Parking, Community Char- next to the Bankhead. cess, while another group out in Livermore’s blueprint sive letters may be rejected gling in their day to day life. acter, Open Space, Traffic, Building the hotel on submitted a plan on the night for future growth – its Gen- or edited. Frequent letter To most of them, a bus pass Hotel, Conference Cen- the westside of the Lucky the city council was to set a eral Plan. writers may have publica- is not a band aid but rather a ter, Retail, Office, Cultural property, not the southeast goal list for PlaceWorks to And, while there are not tion of their letters delayed. life preserver. Getting from Facilities, Public Finance, side on L Street, was the pre- move forward with direc- many fans of the City of Letters should be sent by Point A to Point B, carrying Housing. ferred choice of the citizens tions to the staff. This plan Dublin’s development pat- email to editmail@com- a heavy backpack and their This is a huge challenge of Livermore. The process was not vetted by experts, tern, my hat is off to that puserve.com) belongings is very difficult. to marry the wants of the for arriving at that recom- so its flaws were not visible. fine city for taking advan- The rain and cold season is residents with the DSP ob- mendation was a demo- The last plan gets remem- tage of its central access to jectives to create a vibrant Bus Ticket Drive for here, making it even more cratic one. Please support bered! major highways and transit difficult for our friends to get Livermore. The City has the concept the citizens of The business needs have systems by building housing Homeless around…please help us help to determine what will be Livermore developed and been met. There will be a to accommodate working Jacky Poulsen built… where… when… supported. hotel downtown. singles and families, aging them. We are so grateful!” how big…how tall… how Livermore This program has no over- But what has not been seniors, veterans and oth- Many thanks to our com- much… traffic impact… met is the needs of the Liver- ers. I’ve toured some of head. 100% of your donation financial impact… traffic Disappointed munity members who have goes toward purchasing Dennise Leddon more residents to have an the Dublin apartments “of already donated to the 2017- flow… parking… the list iconic green park stretching conspicuous tastelessness” bus tickets. Asbury United goes on. Danville 18 bus ticket drive! This What happened?! I feel from Livermore Avenue to L and the interior indoor and Methodist Church processes Can everyone take a deep Street, community character drive provides vital trans- donations and bus tickets are like the rug was pulled out outdoor spaces are really portation for Tri-Valley’s breath, step back and give with an inspiring Westside distributed directly to the the City Council, City Man- from under me. very attractive. Besides, I homeless people and others I am extremely disap- hotel on Livermore Avenue can’t imagine what I-580 service organizations which ager and the Community and parking on the eastside. struggling with poverty. If help these folks. Recipi- Planning Department rec- pointed with the 2 plans and the Altamont would be you haven’t donated yet, that city council directed These were all specified by like if those same Dublin ent organizations this year ognition for what they’ve the majority of the 1000 there’s still time! This drive include: Livermore Home- accomplished to date on PlaceWorks to work up for residents had instead, moved runs through January 1, review in January. comments from the input to the Central Valley. less Refuge, Axis Com- downtown development gathered. These elements are 2018. (no Hwy 84 through town… Plan 1 – Eastside Hotel While we should ac- munity Health, Tri-Valley Concept A. In the Outreach for everybody. knowledge and reflect the Tax deductible dona- Haven, Open Heart Kitchen slate sidewalks… beauti- tions can be made online at ful arbors… restaurants… process, the Westside Hotel character of Livermore’s (all locations) and Partners Concept A was supported Housing Needed heritage when planning new http://bit.ly/2017bustickets. for Change. For additional the Bankhead theater… the Checks can be written Livermore Cinemas… office by the vast majority, far Dawn Argula development, I’d also like information, see https:// more than those who advo- Livermore to believe that we should to AUMC and mailed to www.asburylive.org/news/ space) and a chance to con- Asbury United Method- tinue revitalizing our great cated for the Eastside Hotel. I am writing to express be confident enough to try holiday-bus-ticket-drive/. Why did the Council select my appreciation for the something new and differ- ist Church at 4743 East Please add bus tickets for downtown? Avenue, Livermore 94550. the Eastside Hotel concept different types of housing ent. “Hodge podge” is in the homeless to your holiday and not the Westside Hotel being built in the City of the eye of the beholder. It Please write ‘BUS TICK- giving plans. Thank you so Careful Look concept? Livermore. These are defi- makes me sad and a bit ETS’ on the memo line, and much in advance! Rifka Several Plan 2 – This plan is nitely different from the disappointed when I read include an email address so Antioch backed by the leaders of majority of housing stock criticisms from Livermore we can email a thank-you I would urge Livermore those who were behind the of single-family detached neighbors about these new letter and receipt. We also Take a Deep Breathe Glenn Stewart decision-makers to take a Eastside Hotel Concept A. housing that has been built housing styles. These houses gratefully accept sheets of careful look at the actual They were defeated in the in this city since the 1950’s. are probably the single, larg- bus tickets. Wheels is gen- Livermore Wow! them vs. us… east- data gathered for the down- Outreach process, so they We have had our home in the est investment made by resi- erously matching $1500 in town plan - not just the "in- came back with many of the Sunset East neighborhood dents. This housing contains donated funds! side vs. westside hotel… conventional vs. automated terpreted data." Citizens who same concepts in what they since the mid-1980’s when the newest members of our Many people in our parking garage… no parking, turned out for collaborative call their “Unified Plan”. the population of Livermore Livermore community. community struggle with more parking, underground meetings recommended in They can call their plan a was just over 32,000. To my new and future transportation. It’s a huge parking, handicap park- the majority a westside ho- westside plan because the We have lovingly main- neighbors - I am glad you are issue. Winters are particu- ing… no housing, affordable tel, a very large green space hotel is placed on L Street. tained and upgraded our here to add to the energy of larly difficult. There are housing, co-housing, high on the westside, parking (in- However, the elements in 1466 square foot home over our community, and to con- many wonderful services in density housing… no office cluding handicapped spaces) their plan approved by the the years as new neighbor- tribute towards its economic the Tri-Valley, such as free space, open space, green next to the Bankhead and a Council do not provide what hoods sprung up around us prosperity, but please don’t meals (Open Heart Kitchen space, live/work space, town mix of housing, retail and the Westside A plan pro- and as Concannon Blvd. was close the door behind you. in Livermore, Pleasanton square space… downtown cultural spaces on the west vides, that is, significant realigned and connected to As a 30+ year resident of and Dublin), health care center, conference center, slide. green open space, a parking Isabel/SR 84. Livermore, the door is open (Axis Community Health), cultural art center… retail There was strong inter- garage on the eastside, and Today, Livermore has and I am rolling out the mat the benefits of a distinctive a population closing in on and say “welcome” - I hope shelters (Livermore Home- shops, market-place, science est in "live/work" housing, which is not available in the hotel on Livermore Avenue. 90,000. All of this has cre- you’ll invite me over. less Refuge and Tri-Valley museum, etc. The objectives of the other housing developments Instead, it proposes just a ated a dynamic that has Haven) and more. However, in Livermore. I ask you to half acre park and a mass of attracted development and people can’t get to these Downtown Specific Plan Downtown Livermore (DSP) are “…to create an also review the hand-drawn housing next to the Bank- growth in our retail and Tom O'Neill sites without transporta- maps generated at these head. Live-work apartments hospitality offerings; wine tion; nor can they get to active, vibrant and urban Livermore experience… with an unique meetings - the majority fea- are important, but the city region; and cultural and There has been a great medical appointments, job ture the large green space council could have placed recreational activities – all of interviews, DMV appoint- shopping district… a neigh- deal of celebrating the mag- borhood hub… incorporate as important to the mix of them on the northwest cor- which have made Livermore nificently democratic out- hotel, retail and housing - ner of the development site a wonderful and cool place reach effort sponsored by and youth respondents also as all the concepts proposed. to live, play and work. the city council throughout requested this space. Thank The character of the center The new homes along most of 2017. A great deal you for your consideration of town was not respected. First Street, Railroad Av- of money was spent and a of the input from citizens. Increased parking next to enue, Vasco and Brisa, adja- great deal of citizen-partici- (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) eastside businesses and the cent to Las Positas College Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala pation time was expended to Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) Bankhead was ignored. Oth- are surely different than Editor: Janet Armantrout Citizen Input register what the dominant er features of the plan are our beloved, cookie-cutter The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., Connie and Bill Bish concerns of the participating disappointing as well. single family home style. Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional Livermore public are. entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998.T he Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. Neither of these two But they also offer won- So far, one looks in vain com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, After reading the article plans met the top 3 wishes of derful amenities including 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. for any serious consideration in the November 30 Inde- Livermore residents: Park- attractive greenspace and Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 by the mayor or the rest of pendent about the Livermore ing, Community Character public areas which rival during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. Downtown Development, Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. and Open Space. that of our older homes and www.independentnews.com I am concerned the City After approximately a neighborhoods. (More MAILBOX, page 7) DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 5 SEA ICE (continued from page one) percent decrease in Cali- ence through the SciDAC and Scale-Aware Models of fornia’s rainfall. However, project on Multiscale Meth- the Earth System. some individual years could ods for Accurate, Efficient, become much drier, and oth- ers wetter,” Cvijanovic said. The study does not attri- 68th bute the 2012-2016 drought SPRINGTOWN (continued from page one) to Arctic sea ice loss. How- fencing between the Open ever, the simulations indi- town Open Space that must Space and adjacent residen- cate that the sea-ice driven be addressed regardless of tial properties; the second is precipitation changes re- whether funding is identi- the removal of the duck pond Anniversary semble the global rainfall fied to construct and operate on the property. patterns observed during the Open Space Concept The December 11 meet- that drought, leaving the Plan. The first issue involves ing begins at 7 p.m. in the possibility that Arctic sea- property lines and rear-yard ice loss could have played council chambers. Celebration a role in the recent drought. California’s winter pre- cipitation has decreased over the last two decades, with the 2012-2016 drought Zone 7 Creates JPA for being one of the most se- vere on record. The impacts Ozone Financing of reduced rainfall have By Ron McNicoll been intensified by high Zone 7 has formed a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) temperatures that have en- with the California Statewide Communities Development hanced evaporation. Several Authority in order to sell bonds to finance construction of studies suggest that recent ozone treatment facilities at two local water treatment plants. Californian droughts have a The newly created JPA board, the Zone 7 board, held man-made component aris- a meeting Nov. 15 within the regular Zone 7 meeting to ing from increased tempera- create the authority. tures, with the likelihood Under the bylaws adopted, the Zone 7 board will be of such warming-enhanced conducting meetings as the business of the JPA continues. droughts expected to in- Zone 7 will be selling bonds to finance $68 million crease in the future. worth of facilities for the ozone treatment at the Del Valle “Our study identifies one and Patterson Pass treatment plants . Use of the ozone is more pathway by which hu- intended to better control taste and odor problems that can man activities could affect crop up during summer heat. There are also certain toxins the occurrence of future that it can control. droughts over California A fee of $10,000 is charged for creation of the JPA. – through human-induced The board also heard the news that for the second time, Arctic sea ice decline,” Cvi- Zone 7 has received an award for its communication and janovic said. “While more transparency from the Special Districts Leadership Foun- research should be done, we dation. should be aware that an in- Agencies are required to demonstrate that they meet basic creasing number of studies, transparency, website and outreach requirements. including this one, suggest Board president John Greci quipped, “Are we going to that the loss of Arctic sea ice send a copy to the Grand Jury?” The Alameda County Civil cover is not only a problem Grand Jury several years ago criticized Zone 7 for a lack of Up to 50% Off for remote Arctic communi- transparency, and made recommendations for improvement. Some exclusions apply. Sale ends December 24, 2017. ties, but could affect millions One way Zone 7 moved ahead was televise its board of people worldwide. Arctic meetings, a two-year old policy, which the board voted this sea ice loss could affect us, fall to continue. right here in California.” On another item, director Sandy Figuers reported on a Other co-authors on the symposium that educated water officials about how science study include Benjamin is moving ahead in trying to forecast weather further into the Santer (LLNL), Celine Bon- future. Currently forecasts that are two or three days ahead fils (LLNL), Donald Lucas are accurate. However, the accuracy drops fairly quickly, (LLNL), John Chiang (Uni- the longer into the future it goes. 2056 First Street, Downtown Livermore versity of California, Berke- If forecasting can be made more precise for a longer 925.447.2381 | www.CarattiJewelers.com ley) and Susan Zimmerman period, water agencies such as Zone 7 that have dams used (LLNL). for both flood control and water storage can determine how The research is funded much longer they can retain their water, before having to by Department of Energy lower the lake level to make room for storm water. (DOE) Office of Science. Figuers said that scientists are working at the micro level Cvijanovic and Bonfils were looking at the water in “atmospheric rivers,” which carry funded by the DOE Early high loads of water through the atmosphere. 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The West Coast Kryptonite controlled the rest of the game and finished on top with a 3-2 win over Tracy Alternativo.

Umpires Sought The Livermore Pleasanton Um- pires Association is looking for um- pires for the upcoming 2018 fast pitch softball season. The association serves the high school, as well as the youth programs in Livermore and Pleasan- ton. Training and meetings will begin in early January 2018. Those interested should contact Brian Jensen, (925) 640-4932 or email, [email protected].

CYO Track Signups St. Michael CYO Track team signups will take place on January 9, 11 and 18th in the Small Hall at St. Michael Catholic Church, 458 Maple Street, Livermore. Practice will start Granada Little League held its first of two baseball on February 5th, The team is open to all children from kindergarten through tryouts on Saturday in anticipation of the 2018 season. eighth grade who live in Livermore The second tryout will be this coming Saturday, Dec. or attend St. Michael. Go to http:// www.smisctrack.org for more infor- 9, after which teams will be formed. Practices start in mation or contact Mandy Costello January, with opening day at the beginning of March. at [email protected] or Shown are the 10 year old youth lined up for fielding 925-337-7344. and pitching tryouts. Photo - Bill Nale Baseball Camp Livermore High Varsity Baseball Coach David Perotti is hosting a winter Photo - Doug Jorgensen baseball camp on January 3-5. Each The Granada High School varsity football team reached the championship round of camper will receive individual instruc- tion from coaches and Livermore the Division II North Coast Section Division playoffs. They faced Campolindo in the High players, a snack each day and finale, losing 42 to 7. It was the fourth straight title for Campolindo. Granada's only a certificate. The 5-12 year old camp costs $125 and runs from 9:00-12:00 score came on a Tommy Reeves 50-yard run. everyday. The camp is being held at the Livermore High Varsity Field. For on a beautifully placed pass by Piper more info to sign up please contact Sweeney. Skyler Patillo provided great David Perotti at (925) 586-2811 or dp- energy the rest of the game to keep it [email protected] or check website on the opponent's side. Madden Black www.eteamz.com/lvb was stellar in the second half in goal.

The West Coast Kryptonite 07 Girls took on Tracy Alternativo FC in a Sunday clash in Livermore at Cayetano fields, coming away with a 3 to 2 victory.

CYO Girls 4th Grade basketball “Team Lightning” played last Sunday 12/3 against St. Isidore at Granada High School. The final score was 18/11 with Team Lightning winning. Addy #14 scored 8 points for the team, Katie #15 - 4 points, Ava #25 - 4 points and Dana #10 with 2 points. The girls showed excellent defense during the game with Sierra # 32 helping block several plays.

“Some may wonder why no individuals and confident women while building are cited. The answer is simple. The lifelong memories and friendships.” success of the Blue Devils was the For more information about Lady result of a complete team effort. Five Blue Devils and girls’ ice hockey games were played and ultimately all please visit: http://www.trivalleymi- had meaning. Different players rose in norhockey.com/lady. each game. Every skater either had at least one point, made a key defensive Tri-Valley Lady Blue Devils won their First Tournament play or helped set up an offensive score. CYO Basketball Championship. The 10U team of Kayla Baumann-Norris, Both goalies were outstanding. It was SMSC 3007 faced St. Isidore on a complete team effort and success. December 4, 2017. The girls exhibited Cali Byrd, Adriana Fernandez, Alexandra Fernandez, This win wouldn’t be possible without resolve in the final minutes of a close Andrea Fernandez, Natalia Frost, Jazlynn Jefferson, all the tireless work and dedication of game. In the end, the team came up Tri-Valley coaches who help train this short, 12-14. The girls are having fun Amber Kaplenko, Cora Kerton, Anna Markova, Sofia team, namely Gordon Moore, Mark and continue to grow closer as a team. Redding, and Richard Rodgers.” Tichauer, Madison Wingerd, and Haley Woelkers are led For more information about the by the coaching staff of Alex Kaplenko, Matt Jefferson, Tri-Valley Blue Devils and Tri-Valley West Coast Soccer Reto Baumann, Derek Kerton, and Nick Byrd and team Minor Hockey Association please visit The West Coast Kryptonite 07 http://trivalleyminorhockey.com. Girls took on Tracy Alternativo FC manager, Suzy Wingerd. in a Sunday clash in Livermore at Thanksgiving weekend was a Cayetano fields. victorious one for the Lady Blue Devils The game started with a crazy (LBD) as the 10 and Under squad cap- pace, Aubrey Westbrook and Jariah tured the championship banner at the Indalecio put intense pressure on the 2017 Lady Ducks Fall Classic Hockey Tracy Alternativo goal. Alternativo Tournament in Lakewood, CA. This scored first. Kryptonite's Nylah Trias is the first championship banner in drove a shot from 20yds out into the the history of the LBD girls’ hockey back of the net to equalize the game. program that was started at Tri-Valley Jayden Reynolds and Nikki Orth Minor Hockey Association (TVMHA) showed their accurate passing and in 2013. And the girls earned it in a Kryptonite was able to keep the dramatic fashion. pressure on. Alternativo fired in their LBD lost their first game to the second shot for a 2-1 advantage. The San Diego Gulls (1-3). Then the girls Kryptonite midfield of Ella Nguyen, rallied to beat the San Jose Jr. Sharks Kambrie Jehs, and Trias provided a (8-0) and the Anaheim Lady Ducks defensive fortress in the middle. The (3-0). These two shutouts earned LBD backline of Ryan Rodriguez, Kendall a place in the finals and a rematch Shetter, and Westbrook anticipated any against the San Diego Gulls, who further attacks. Jariah Indalecio was went 3-0 in round robin games. The able to score twice for West Coast, once Tri-Valley Blue Devils are the 2017 Pacific Regional championship game went into sudden SilverStick Champions death overtime tied at zero and then a shootout. Jazlynn Jefferson #2, after a dominating two-way play all weekend, Ice Hockey Champs the 1:40 mark, after great teamwork scored the lone and championship- The Tri-Valley Blue Devils 14U A following a face-off win, a rifled shot winning goal in the shootout. 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IRT-1848D-A 2300 First Street Suite 232 REALTOR®, Lic. #00979099 Livermore, CA 94550 925-373-0652 IRT-1848D-A DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 7 MAILBOX (continued from page 4) overflow room was so cold who think sticking an apart- councilmembers, Carling Some suggestions included the council regarding the that people left early before parking next to the Bank- ment complex, regardless concerns that emerged from and Coomber, in the last a conference center, a black- being able to provide their head where it is needed. of size, in the middle of the election to oust members box theater, and a culinary that very expensive and comments Is there any hope the City downtown superblock is re- time-consuming process. who favored the earlier hair- arts academy. The Monday Council staff will be able to make ally a good idea? We want brained scheme to sell out There was a glow to the Perhaps we are too far meeting was continued to something good out of this to complement our earlier from the next election for our downtown. Apparently, evening as the council began Wednesday when the Coun- before their January report? downtown investments with that hasn’t been enough, and to recognize that a decisive the council members to care cil began their deliberations. an area where citizens can just what those who chose we need to continue cleaning consensus was emerging Amazingly, at that Wednes- Council Not Listening congregate and have a good out the council. from the participants, in- to participate have in mind. day meeting the Council time. Who wants to go near cluding even the discussion settled on two concepts for William and Mary Zagotta an apartment house while Livermore Council's Vision of the internal automobile Downtown further study, at least one enjoying our downtown cross-street network needed (maybe two) of which was The Livermore City area? Think I’m overstating Chester Moore Development Council on Wednesday laid Livermore to service the housing ele- Tom Jefferson essentially an option from a it? Just go across L Street plan that a “Unified group” out a number of parameters and walk through the apart- It was fun last week to Livermore for formulating a design of watch the special Nov. 29, (More MAILBOX, page 8) In the past week or so had put forth just about a ment complex along Rail- week before—hardly time the downtown development road Avenue. It’s nice and 2017 Livermore City Coun- Livermore's downtown de- on the 8.5 acres of what is cil Meeting broadcast on velop plans have gotten in- for their proposal to be pub- quiet, and that’s the way it licly vetted. now eyesore parking. After should be. Is that what we Channel 29 as the coun- teresting (or disappointing), months of community meet- cil members brainstormed to say the least. At the City One of the two accepted want behind the First Street concepts placed the hotel on ings, the City Council seems Alehouse? where they wanted to place Council's Monday 11/27 to have been not listening to their three favorite elements meeting the big agenda item the westside at the corner of I’ve heard arguments that L St. and Railroad Avenue the community. we need to use that down- (the hotel, the parking struc- was the Next Steps for the The consultant reported ture, and the multi-family downtown development. with a smallish 1/2-acre or town property for afford- so green space/park just west three community priori- able housing, or to provide housing development) into At that 5-hour meeting the ties… replace parking, pro- the downtown redevelop- Council heard comments of Livermore Ave, and up- housing for our young peo- wards of 130 housing units vide open space that recog- ple. Really? Over the years ment area.) The mood was from upwards of 80 people. nizes Livermore’s history high because the plan in- Unfortunately, the Coun- next to the Bankhead. there have been ample times Yes, the great majority of and character, and hous- when organizations and cluded the prospect of cre- cil did not have the foresight ing (presumably affordable ating a 2 acre pocket park Free Santa Pictures to, or purposely decided the 2000+ public outreach individuals have donated or participants favored a west- housing). volunteered properties for near Blacksmith Square Bring Your Camera! not to, schedule that meet- Parking was barely dis- resulting from an affordable ing for a larger facility. In side hotel location. But, on housing – and city councils Sat. Dec. 9 5-7 pm L St??? How would this help cussed on Wednesday. Re- have ignored them. Why on housing land swap with the advance it was obvious that placing (and adding to) the Stockmen's Association who there would be a very large activate that smallish distant earth is the downtown option Sat. Dec. 16 5-7 pm green space? 500 spaces that will be lost the only solution? There are wanted only a statue to hon- turnout for this meeting. Not must dominate the Plan. I or the Livermore veterans only did the Council meet- Placing all that housing other options, and we should FREE Pictures next to the Bankhead would didn’t hear the whole meet- be asking our council to who lost their lives in WWI. ing room overflow, but the ing on Wednesday but I By the end of their agree- with “Kate” Our Elf overflow room overflowed preclude handicap or other think of those options before heard almost no mention of gumming up downtown with able discussions, the council on the Shelf! too. And, I learned that the parking. Did the CC have could entertain all the en- four story apartment houses. Sat. Dec. 23, 4-6 pm a good plan to solve the In terms of quality of life thusiastic suggestions from parking problem? What for the city, I would prefer invited cultural and down- was it? Was it good or even the oversized parking lot town groups to describe their Cooleykatz Toys adequate? we now have over the plans other favorite amenities to fit 1959 Second Street I understand CC included the council is throwing at into any remaining spaces. (925) 245-1035 0.5 acres of green space. us. We, as citizens, have The community wanted a paid out a sizable amount of restful area for families and money for Project Outreach guests and a gathering spot to give our council a means for community activities. for citizens to express their You can’t do that on 0.5 desires for a beautiful city. acres. Where was the cre- The council seems to be ative imagination? ignoring many of the voices Aside from the desirable who have been express- stockman’s proposal, where ing their views to keep the was the recognition of Liver- downtown vibrant. Want to more’s history and character. develop the parking lot? Try The stockman’s proposal open green space and a busi- helped to reduce the lack ness hotel at a Marriott level. of affordable housing but Photo - Doug Jorgensen Oh, but there’s more money the CC didn’t mention that for the council in the apart- A special guest from the North Pole was on hand on it is nearly impossible to ment option – who decided November 30 to greet kids of all ages following the provide affordable housing that selling off our quality of Dublin tree lighting festivities. The newly lit tree is shown in the Livermore market life with a vibrant downtown in the background. place. What is the plan for could be auctioned off? housing that the community Citizens of Livermore – prioritized? wake up! We elected two So was the CC listening at all of those community meetings the city paid 0.5 million dollars for? I don’t think so. Outreach Process Tom Ramos Livermore I am astounded, and de- pressed, that after all the hard work and planning that went into making downtown Livermore the incredible beauty it is, that our city council would come up with Photo - Doug Jorgensen a scheme as haphazard and Livermore Valley wineries were all decked out for the poorly planned as it has. My holidays as they hosted Holidays in the Vineyards over foremost thought goes to the weekend. Visitors were entertained, tasted wine, and housing. Are there really that shopped for gifts during the two day event presented by many citizens of Livermore the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association. Rosa Fierro Cellars Debuts: Grand Release Party, December 9 Winemaker Rosie Fierro B Livermore. Open to the Contact Rosie at 925- of Rosa Fierro Cellars will public Saturday, December 963-1406, email her at hold her Grand Release 9, only for the Grand Re- [email protected] Party on Saturday, Decem- lease Party, 1-4pm. or visit her website at rosafi- ber 9, from 1 — 4pm on errocellars.com Graham Court. There will be an opportunity to taste her current lineup, which in- cludes a couple of “compare and contrasts.” First, there’s the oaked vs. the unoaked Chardonnay, followed by a vertical tasting of de la luna Merlot and then two 2014 Thatcher Bay Cabernets that were crafted, quite dif- ferently, two weeks apart. She likes to experiment and tasters reap the rewards. The tasting concludes with her delicious Quatro blend. Tickets are $20 per per- son with a keepsake logo crystal wine glass. Accom- panying the education tast- ing will be a buffet of fancy cheese and meats to enjoy. All the wines are available for purchase. Stay tuned on where and when she might hopefully offer more regular tasting hours in the New Year. Rosa Fierro Cellars is at 5937 Graham Court, Unit 8 The Independent • DECEMBER 7, 2017 MAILBOX (continued from page 7) but not too many and let the hotel on the east side westside hotel, so why con- City Council bother spend- the west of South Livermore, ments and their on-site park- us try something new and of Livermore Avenue. The ing a small fortune on this which now has to be crossed ing needs. tinue pursuing a plan with an unique to appeal to the target west side plan recommended eastside hotel? Furthermore, community outreach fakery? (“WARNING: VEHICLES In the congratulatory dis- millennial work force that Why were residents asked to MAY NOT STOP!”), anoth- cussion among the council- for study has a small green there was not the emphasis is attracted to living down- on parking and open space spend their valuable time if er hazardous undertaking. members, I only heard one town. The council directed space, not the roughly two- member mention that they acre space the community in the two plans, which all of their input was going Please, can we have a Placeworks to develop plans were clear priorities from were there to represent all for an apartment complex. desires for public gatherings, to be disregarded? modern parking structure, the Citizens of Livermore. activities, and seating. the community. Why did we Livermore residents including plenty of handi- The citizens said their most spend the effort and money I also heard no mention of important concern was park- Housing in the heart of should contact the City capped stalls, that is part the ambitious Town Square on the outreach if we were Council and express their of the same block as the ing and one suggestion was downtown was rated last by not going to follow the com- business-district concept a parking garage with ex- unhappiness with its deci- Bankhead and Livermore the community outreach, munity preferences? sion. of the last election that in- panded handicapped parking in spite of emphasis on Cinemas? This could be cluded a different set of ele- placed on the East Side near housing at City-sponsored Results Ignored pay-to-park, to help defray ments that could potentially the Bankhead. The coun- Downtown some of the costs, and would generate a lot of local jobs, meetings. The Stockmen’s Maryann Brent cil directed Placeworks to Parking Needs indicate available stalls. especially for our younger look at housing next to the Association has offered its Livermore land near the Civic Center Brian Mayall I note that the Westside populations. Bankhead. Hello Livermore resi- Livermore for housing, in exchange Hotel Concept A is the vi- Thus, the meeting in- So, what happened? To dents! What would you think As our mayor and council cluded no discussion of a for a downtown park. The sion plan that is most com- repeat, the city council “got if the most popular concept consider alternate plans for Town Square Trolley Transit rolled” and they got rolled 14 million dollars in low- patible with such parking. I to populate the old Lucky downtown development, it System, an underground by a well orchestrated dog cost housing funds used to hope the mayor and council site by 2 to 1, according to would be reassuring if exist- parking garage, or a Book- and pony show that flooded partially fund purchase the will heed the needs of all the City’s $500,000 study, ing needs were assigned a store Tower, or a Flexibly- the council chambers last downtown property can go citizens of Livermore as the was suddenly and mysteri- priority. I refer to our park- designed Multistory Office- week with citizens and stu- toward housing offered by City moves forward. structure along Railroad ously ignored last Wednes- ing needs. dents advocating this new this public-spirited property Avenue that would overlook coalition’s “Unified” plan day night for essentially a The Bankhead Theater, exchange. If any housing is the active pedestrian town- for a science museum (and new plan, called the Unified Livermore Cinemas, and as- to be downtown, the public square on the south side, and oh, by the way, an L Street Plan, that was distributed by sociated restaurants are the wants it at the north-west the spectacular views toward hotel and housing near the supporters at a City Council primary reason for many to MorganTerritory and Brushy corner at Railroad Avenue Bankhead). And some on meeting two days earlier? go downtown. But this is an Peak on the north side. There the council were effusive and L Street, where the City That’s what I thought too. increasing frustrating (and was also no mention of a about how wonderful it was recommends the west-side Why bother spending your hazardous) undertaking, par- Tax Preparation Teen Center, which has been that this great cross section hotel to be! The public un- tax dollars if the City ignores ticularly for our more senior & Planning described to a recent high of the community was com- derstands that hotel front- the results? citizens, who may not be as IRS Representation school audience by a city ing together and agreeing on age on Livermore Avenue planner as not affordable. The new plan loses a fast or agile as we once were. common themes. Gentle- is desirable for its visibility QuickBooks Consulting Instead, the city council men, this was not an organic significant area of green An evening out starts by at an entrance to downtown Business Consulting talked of allowing a few demonstration of the will of space and places the hotel driving around the Park- from I-580. The City is rec- ground-floor shops along the people. It was planned, on L Street. The popular ing Structure. If lucky, my Bookkeeping ommending housing next Railroad Avenue, so long orchestrated and perfectly concept, Westside A, places wife and I find a space, but Outsourced Accounting as affordable housing could to the Bankhead Theater, timed to interfere with the the entrance to the hotel on then have to cross Railroad be built on the floors above. clear wishes of the commu- eliminating existing park- Solutions Livermore Avenue, which is Avenue (and hope the traf- How this would relate to the nity and the six month’s long ing there, where expanded the default entry into Liver- fic behaves itself as one vanishing business district citizen outreach process. handicapped parking is de- more from the freeway. crosses). If unlucky, then a (925) 399-4226 across the street was not Of course, it is possible sirable. In short, the City The Livermore Stock- drive around downtown in conundrumgroup.net discussed in the glow of that some on the council did Council is proposing a west the moment, but never fear, men’s offer to swap land for search of a space, usually to not get fooled, but instead side hotel plan that was not Affordable that whole area is zoned got what they always want- residences away from the Experienced • Friendly for mixed-use housing too. ed. Remember back eigh- endorsed by the costly out- old Lucky site is generous, There is no need to pull an teen months ago when the reach process. thoughtful, and welcomed emergency cord. council was getting ready I urge all who are inter- by many residents. How- Merry christmas Liver- to approve the Lennar plan ested in the great opportu- ever, the new concept that JUST more, the cake is baked. And with its high-rise hotel next nity afforded by eight acres suddenly appeared last week they can't wait to lock their to the Bankhead with no in the heart of the City to does not fit the results of all LISTED design up. There may be a parking on site, a large rental be at the Council Meeting the outreach and hard work slice among all those ideas apartment complex on the Monday December 11th and that may draw some of you west side and a tiny green of the Downtown Steering make your views known. Committee over the past six to visit your downtown in space with no connectivity future decades, if you can between the Bankhead and or so months. If you agree, contend with all those auto- L Street Not Listening please contact our mayor mobiles! It is frustrating to see Rich Buckley and city council members. months of passionate citi- Livermore zen input ignored and hun- The next time I hear a Direction for Downtown Council person in Livermore Wishes Ignored David Rounds dreds of thousands of dollars Michael & Diana Fredrich wasted just to circle back to use the word “outreach” Livermore excuse me if I appear nau- Livermore The city council “got the beginning. If you agree, The City Council appears then make sure you speak up seous. Outreach implies rolled” last Monday night listening. We’ve just been to have ignored the wishes of by a cabal of the Chamber at the city council meeting next Monday. rolled, by a Council that the Livermore residents that of Commerce, Innovation isn’t listening... never in- took the time to participate Tri-Valley, the Wine Grow- tended to. ers Group and a few others. Downtown in the community outreach The people overwhelm- process regarding the devel- After a year and a half of Development ingly spoke out for signifi- false starts, a city council opment of downtown Liver- Richard Ryon cant open space and parking more. Instead the Council election and an intensive Livermore next to the Bankhead. The public outreach process that As one of those who has people chose Westside Plan chose to go with a last min- lasted six months and that spent precious time attend- A two to one over the next ute proposal from a small cost one half million dollars ing City Council meetings most popular plan; it was group of Livermore’s most the council decided to ignore not chosen. powerful people. This so overwhelming feed back by and public forums spon- sored by the City regarding A better word may be called “Unified” plan neither the citizens of Livermore contempt. The Council holds reflected the contributions of about how to develop the downtown development, I the public in contempt. Sure- the community nor the opin- Give the gift of gift certificates! vacant parcels downtown. am vexed that the Council ly it will pay its karmic debt Over one thousand citi- is directing staff to study two ions of various development Available in any amount. one way or the other. What professionals. Why did the zens actively participated in plans that do not conform a waste. the public outreach process. to the results of the City’s These citizens said by a 2-1 half million dollar public Concern about margin that they wanted a outreach and study. “wine country” hotel to an- Downtown chor the west parcel and to The consultant’s report Jim and Lindsey Murray have frontage on Livermore to the City Council on the Livermore Avenue. The council di- results of public outreach We are concerned that the rected the consultant, Place- says that the top three priori- two choices for the down- works, to look at a high-rise ties are parking, community town plan selected by the hotel fronting L Street. The character, and open space. city council do not include citizens asked for a large The community favors a many of the preferences open space, common areas hotel on the west side of from the PlaceWorks com- and pathways connecting the Livermore Avenue in order munity outreach. In par- Bankhead with L Street. The to enhance and activate a ticular, the community had council directed Placeworks a strong preference for a to come up with ideas for a large open space for the much smaller green space public’s use and enjoyment. that starts on Livermore The City Council has Ave and peters out some- asked Staff to study two where in the middle of the plans for downtown Liver- development. The citizen more, one with the hotel on input said housing was OK the west side and one with

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Henrietta (Henri) Saia, Thomas and (Rhonda) Linda Gary (Deann) and many March 9, 1950 in Newhall, Jose, M. Fankhauser Saia and daughter in law Jan Castro. nieces and nephews. California. She moved to Cali- Henrietta (Henri) Saia; seven grandchildren, She Dave’s life began in Se- Livermore, California in fornia. Fankhauser, 96, of Liver- Scott, Shaundra and (Chris) attended attle and then the family 1952 where she lived until George more passed away peace- Palmer, Bobby, Brendon, Califor- moved to a dude ranch in her death. ex- fully on November 27, 2017. Justin, Erik and (Lauren), nia High central Washington. Once She is preceded in death celled in She has and Dylan; and, four great School the boys were of school age by her father, Harry Lee school, now grandchildren, Miranda, in San they moved back to Seattle Spears and mother Mary sports joined Kai, Natalie, and Brooke. Ramon to begin school. Their par- Ethel Spears. and mak- Chet, Services have been held before ents built a house in Yakima, Patty is survived by her her lov- for Helen Saia with burial moving ing life- Washington and when it was husband of 48 years, Den- long ing hus- at Irvington Memorial Cem- to Livermore in 1980. She finished the family moved nis Rankin, children Tammy band etery 41001 Chapel Way, went on to reside in Pleas- friends. there when Dave was in Ann Rankin-Conover and After of 36 Fremont, CA. anton, Palo Alto, Nevada the 5th grade. He gradu- Timothy Rankin, grandchil- Fremont Chapel of the graduating from Willow years. City, Portland Oregon, and ated from Eisenhower High dren Taylor Ann Conover, Glen High School in 1953, Born on Roses - 510-797-1900 Grass Valley. School in 1959. During Ty Rankin, Tatum Conover he enlisted into with the Febru- Theresa spent most of her his teenage years he was and Taryn Rankin, in-laws United States Marine Corps. ary 25, Sharon Fazio Liscio career working in the field of part of a band called “The Clark Conover and De- George served honorably in 1921 in 12/04/1940 – 8/24/2017 marketing where she thrived Rumblers.” He spent several nise Rankin, siblings Rich- Radio Communications and Oconto, WI, Henri was the Sharon Liscio, former for many years as marketing years traveling and perform- ard Spears, Jack Spears, Repair in Korea for three and daughter of the late Henry resident of Walnut Creek, director for various high tech ing for dances. In 1961 he Beverali Fifield, and Jesse half years. and Rosetta Hanson. died of natural causes at her firms. During her working joined the U.S. Navy and Spears, and many nieces and George met his future Henri married Chet home in Desert Hot Springs, years she was known for eventually was stationed on nephews. wife Carol Ann Musick in Fankhauser on June 30, California, on August 24, an ability to get things done the U.S.S. Watchman (AGR- Patty attended Livermore 1958 on a blind date. They 1956. They were both very 2017. quickly and accurately. Her 16) at Treasure Island. In schools K-12 where she ex- were married in Modesto, active in Livermore's com- Sharon was born in sense of style, class, and November 1962 he attended celled in athletics. She grad- California on March 22, munity organizations as Council Bluffs, Iowa, to taste served her very well in an IBM school in Oakland. uated from Livermore High 1959. After graduating from well as avid antique collec- Louis J. Fazio and Dorothy her career. There he met Janie, who School in 1968. She was a San Jose State University tors. Henri and Chet owned Holtz Fazio, on December Theresa had an impec- was also attending an IBM member of Job's Daughters with a degree in technical and operated the Blue Door 4, 1940. She was raised in cable sense of fashion and arts and physical education, school. They met at the and later became a member daughter Patti was born in Antique Store in Livermore Walnut Creek by her father décor that was second to coffee machine, fell in love of Eastern Star. Patty attend- for many years. In addition, Lou and her stepmother none, always having the 1962 and son, Davie was and were married in April ed Chabot College where born in 1965. George earned they loved to travel to many Carmela Telesca Fazio. She nicest clothing, cars, and of 1963. When Dave was she received an AA degree. places around the world and graduated from Las Lomas accessories to look her best. his Master of Arts degree discharged from the Navy in In 1969, while cheerleading in Education at Cal Poly enjoyed learning about the High School in 1959. She Her contagious laugh and 1965 he almost immediately for Chabot College, she met while teaching auto shop cultures of the many places worked for State Farm Insur- smile would always light up was hired by IBM Corpora- the student body president, and coaching football at San they visited. ance in Berkeley and then the room and lift the spirits tion. He worked for them Dennis Rankin and married Luis Obispo High School. After Chet's unexpected Santa Rosa before moving of people around her. for 32-½ years and loved him November 6, 1969. In 1967 the family relo- death from a heart attack to Southern California. She Theresa enjoyed time almost every minute of it. He They made their home in cated to Livermore where in 1992, Henri continued to married and started a family with a wide variety of retired in November 1997 Livermore where they raised George was hired to teach travel extensively, includ- while living in Torrance and friends, family, and her dog and began working for the their two children. Patty at Granada High School. He ing yearly trips to Ocon- then moved to Thousand Cooper. Theresa also en- Livermore Valley Unified worked for the Livermore taught metal, auto and wood to, WI to visit family, and Palms and became a postal joyed cycling, hiking, and School District as a Tech- Valley Joint Unified School shop, drafting and physical many cruises and land trips worker. She retired from eating dark chocolate. nology Specialist that he District and later the Law- education. George also took abroad. Henri was active USPS after working for over She was blessed to be considered his dream job. He rence Livermore Lab, where the helm of building up the in many Livermore com- 30 years. able to spend many years retired from this job in 2007. she retired in 2010. Over the school’s football program as munity organizations and She loved music, to trav- later in life with her best Dave’s hobbies were years, she also worked for varsity head coach. was a generous supporter of el, cook and sew; was an friend of all, her mother, many and varied: he was an the Valley Times supervising As an organized vision- many charities and organiza- excellent photographer and Linda Castro of Grass Val- amateur radio operator and many neighborhood children ary, he was responsible for tions over the years. Henri enjoyed gold prospecting. ley. The mother and daugh- forming the Granada Sup- a private pilot, worked on delivering newspapers and porters Club which allowed enjoyed sewing and was She loved the Southwest, ter bond that they had was personal computers, enjoyed managed the Rhonewood a lifelong quilter. She dis- both the food, décor and the an example of true human parents, community and crossword puzzles and soli- Cabana Club where she business to finance school- played many of her beautiful Indian arts and crafts. She kindness that we all could taire on the computer, was started the swim team. quilts at shows and exhibits. was an independent, direct learn from. wide activities and clubs. a voracious reader, loved Family came first with Establishing a school song, Henri also enjoyed cooking, and strong willed individual Theresa is survived by movies old and new, and Patty. She loved spend- rally club, practice fields weaving, crossword puzzles who enjoyed her home, gar- her family: Dan Castro made the best tub of popcorn ing time with her family, and a lighted stadium were and was an avid reader. dening and a good adven- (Brother), Stacy Castro, on the west coast. He also especially her four grand- just a few accomplishments Henri is survived by her ture. She was blessed with a Lindy Castro, Danielle Cas- enjoyed visiting and meet- children. She also enjoyed at Granada High under special nieces, Barbara (Ted) wicked sense of humor and tro, Cassidy Castro, Steven ing friends at flea markets watching the Oakland A's George’s leadership. Se- Wendland, Wausaukee, WI was loyal and loving to fam- Lucker, Don Huston, Fran featuring electronics. His and San Francisco Giants. lected to be the first East and Katherine Young, Nova- ily and friends. The world is Huston, Charlie Huston, family was the most impor- Patty had fun spending many Bay Athletic League Com- to, CA. Additional survivors diminished by her passing. Virginia Huston, Clementine tant part of his life; he would hours crocheting blankets missioner in 1973, George are niece, Junsuree (Joe) She is predeceased by her Huston, Cliff Ramos, Kim do anything for them. for her family. officiated two decades with Hanson, Captain Cook, HI parents Louis and Carmela Allen, Scout Ramos, Maya For the past 2-½ years Friends and family are distinction over eight east and nephew Bill (Colleen) Fazio, her brothers Donald Ramos, Max Ramos, Lois our wonderful caregivers invited to celebrate Patty's bay high schools. Pittman, Olathe, KS. Fazio of Livermore, and Jo- Webb, Michelle Webb, Patty Ace, Karla, Ryan, and Lea life on December 11, 2017 In the late 1970’s George Henri was preceded in seph Fazio of Tracy, and her Kubich, Amee Kubich, San- cared for Dave. Dave was at 10:30 AM at Sunset Com- taught welding at Chabot/ death by her parents, her former spouse Rocco Lis- di Kubich, Dawna Ramos. under hospice care the past munity Church in Liver- Las Positas College. He husband Chet, sister Evelyn cio. She is survived by her 15 months. The Hope Hos- more, California. obtained his general con- Hanson Wright, brother Har- daughter Gina Rouse (Rus- tractor’s license in the early David Wade Morgan pice team of Laurel, Julia, In Lieu of flowers, dona- 1980’s and co-founded P&H ry Hanson, brother Harvey sell) of Missouri, her grand- Oct. 16, 1941 – Nov. 27, 2017 Amina, Veronica, Dr. Mul- tions can be made to Al- Hanson and sister Elisabeth daughter Racquel, great Dave Morgan, beloved Construction Company, with tani, and various nurses tamont Creek Elementary a specialty of building cus- (Betty) Hanson Pittman. granddaughter Burnadette, husband, father, grandfa- took great care of him and School in Livermore, Cali- At Henri's request, there her sister-in-law Margaret tom barns. After retiring ther, and brother, passed the family. fornia where her grandchil- from Granada in 1991 with will be no services. The Fazio, her nieces Jennifer away peacefully at home on Friends and family are dren attend school. 29 years of continuous ser- family would like to extend and Rachel Fazio (Chad Novem- invited to attend Dave’s me- Callaghan Mortuary is vice in secondary education, a heartfelt thank you to all Hanson), her nephew J.W. ber 27, morial service on Saturday, honored to be serving the George taught welding at of Henri's friends over the Fazio (Shannon) and grand- 2017 December 16 at 1:00 p.m. in Rankin family. An online college and worked in con- years and special thank you nieces Kate and Madelyn, after the Chapel at the First Pres- guestbook is available for struction for the next decade. to Henri's Visiting Angel, niece Tiffany Soliman and a long byterian Church on Fourth condolences at www.cal- George was a creative Beth, for the loving care in grandniece Giada, nieces battle Street in Livermore. laghanmortuary.com artist. He enjoyed design- her later years. Macy and Kaelie Puz-Fazio. with In Lieu of flowers a dona- ing and creating ornamental Lewy tion can be made to: Hope George Richard Wilson wrought iron installations Helen T. Saia Edna Souza Body Hospice, 6377 Clark Av- George Richard Wilson, which are found all over Resident of Fremont Edna Souza passed away Demen- enue Suite 100, Dublin, CA 82, a long time Livermore Northern California. He also Jan. 26, 1917 – Nov. 30, 2017 peacefully on November 27, tia. 94568-3024 resident, died suddenly on oversaw the construction Helen Saia passed away 2017 at the age of 99. Dave Callaghan Mortuary is November 14, 2017, af- of the fellowship hall for on November 30, 2017 at the She is survived by her was honored to be serving the ter suffering a brain hem- his church, Asbury United age of 100. Helen was born niece Kathy Fell, nephews born in Morgan family. An online orrhage. According to his Methodist and served as driver for senior-based trips on the Skip Vargas and Paul San- Seattle, Washington on Oc- guestbook is available for wishes, he enjoyed a life Murray tober 16, 1941 to parents of quality and happiness for the Livermore Valley tos, and many other nieces condolences at www.cal- Park and Recreation District. Ranch and nephews. Edna was Lois and Walter Morgan. laghanmortuary.com as he aggressively fought He interrupted a birthday prostate cancer for 17 years. George absolutely loved i n predeceased in death by her playing golf and sharing Liver- husband, John Souza and party for his maternal grand- George’s immediate family Patricia Ann Rankin was honored to be at his lunch with his “Sons in more, 1 daughter, Judy Tate, and 7 mother Edna McCormick to Patricia Ann Rankin, be- of 8 sib- siblings. make his way into the world. side as he peacefully left an loved wife, mother, grand- Earthly presence to meet His lings to A Celebration of Life was Dave was preceded in ma, and parents held on December 4, 2017 death by his parents Lois Creator in heaven. George sister was a positive, thoughtful Michael at 10:00 a.m. at Callaghan and Walter and his in-laws passed Rachel and George Yanes. and intelligent man that en- and Mortuary in Livermore, CA. away De- riched the lives of those he Mary Callaghan Mortuary is Dave is survived by cember 2, knew and loved. He epito- (Fallon) honored to be serving the his loving wife Janie, his 2017 af- mized the term of patient Murray. Souza family. An online children Laura (Joe) and ter a long patriarch taking excellent She was a graduate of guestbook is available for Todd (Vicki); grandchildren illness care of his entire family. Livermore High in 1935. condolences at www.cal- Carlo, Francesco, Enzo, with her George was born on May Helen received her degree laghanmortuary.com. and Echo; his brothers Walt family by 15, 1935 in Oakland, Cali- from St. Mary’s School Of (Lynn) and Pat (Sandee); his her side. fornia. His childhood was Nursing, San Francisco in Theresa Marie Castro sister-in-law Mary; brothers- Patty spent living in the Willow 1939 and served as a nurse Theresa Marie Castro, in-law George (Bobbie) and was born Glen neighborhood of San during WWII. known to family and friends She was preceded in as “T” passed away sud- death by her husband of denly on October 25th, 2017 over 50 years, Joseph Saia at her home in Grass Valley, City of Livermore (1996), sons Gregory Saia California at the age of 53. City of Livermore (1990) and Joseph M. Saia Theresa was born in Oak- BMR Program (2012). Helen is survived land, California on June 1st BMRCity ofProgram Livermore On-Call by sons Robert and (Tracy) 1964 to parents Jerry and ProvidingCityBMR brand of Program newLivermore and resale Clean Up! 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Retirement” friends. He search at https://makeagift. Three kids later and off to Kylie used quick to invite friends over was a life-long reader, pas- ucsf/hosptials. the farm in Northern Cali- Cambe- to ride for dinner, or on a trip. She sionate traveler and a great A celebration of George fornia. ros. She her was always game for an chef. Holidays and rites of Wilson’s life will be held at He tried his hand at was pre- horse adventure, whether it was a passage celebrations with Saturday, December 16th at growing oranges for a spell. ceded in the tame adventure like a hike in family and friends were 11:00 am at Asbury United Times were hard and money in death hills the hills or a crazy one like a week-long camping trip in among his favorite gather- Methodist Church, 4743 was tight. He worked on by her sur- ings. Traditions were held the Sierras where we were East Avenue in Livermore. tractors for neighbors and loving round- and passed down by George even did a stint at the Inter- dropped off by horses and Callaghan Mortuary is husband ing Ca- with sincere reverence. honored to be serving the national Truck Dealer. He mules 2 hours into the back George enjoyed follow- Ronald noga country. She liked to explore Wilson family. An online worked for local farmers Park, ing Stanford and 49ers foot- helping out with harvesting, Ama- and taught her kids to always guestbook is available for includ- ball, the Golden State War- condolences at www.cal- but times got even tighter. ral, her be curious. riors and the US track and laghanmortuary.com He had to leave the farm dur- mother Lorene Pacheaco, ing In 2006 Karen and Don field events of the Summer ing the week for two years to father & stepmother Har- Spahn Ranch. bought a Harley Davidson Olympics. He took great go to the Bay Area and work old & Loretta Clough, and She enjoyed yearly visits and began touring the United Jimmie I. Spickler mother & father-in-law John to Grandparents and cousins States each summer with pride in the accomplish- On Wednesday, Sep- as a Carpenter. After the ments of his family. George & Mary Amaral. In her free in Susanville and camping friends. Their trips included tember 20, 2017, Jimmie second year, he moved the was a man of focused insight family to Dublin, California. time she loved cooking, bak- at Eagle Lake. After high South Dakota, Montana, the Spickler that could help solve chal- Dublin became his home, ing, scrapbooking, sewing school she packed up her Southwest, the Northwest, of Dublin, lenging problems. Disci- but the boy never left that and traveling. VW bug with just a map and and much of Idaho, Colo- passed pline and honesty, balanced farm. During the 80’s, Jim- Services will be held drove by herself to Rexbug, rado, and Utah. They visited away sud- with humbleness, made mie went back to school. December 7th. Viewing and Idaho to attend Ricks Col- every National Park in the denly at George a revered friend, Night school. He was “burn- Rosary from 6-8pm at Cal- lege. On September 19th, West. In Summer 2017, the age of coach, teacher, husband, dad ing the candle at both ends” laghan Mortuary, 3833 East 1970 she drove down to Pro- they shipped their bikes to 74 years. and grandfather. as he always told us kids. Ave Livermore. On Decem- vo, Utah to attend a Santana New Orleans, Louisiana and Jimmie George is survived by his He took real estate, horti- ber 8th, services at 10 a.m. concert. That weekend she then spent 3 weeks riding will be also went to a dance hall and home through Kentucky, beloved wife of 58 years, culture, and welding courses at St. Michael's Church, 458 Carol, his devoted daugh- forever met Don. He proposed mar- Oklahoma, Kansas….all at then Chabot Las Positas Maple Street , Livermore. ter, Patricia (Brian) Smy- remem- Livermore. He retired from riage on Friday the 13th of the way to California. She Burial will follow at Holy lie, his adoring grandsons, bered by the Carpenters Union a well November 1970. They were and Don also bought a travel Sepulcher Cemetery,26320 Brett Smylie of Dublin and his wife and best friend of respected and sought after married on April 10,1971. trailer, which they only got Mission Blvd., Hayward. Chad Smylie of Los An- 51 years, Janet and their hand. He had a hand in Their first son, Peter, was to use twice before her pass- Reception to follow. geles as well as his proud precious children, Keri and almost every large develop- born November 10, 1975. ing. However, it remains a brother, David J. Wilson of Michael, 4 grandsons, his ment of housing in the Bay Callaghan Mortuary is They moved around early symbol of her love for the Goodyear, AZ along with brother Ray Jr. and extended Area from 1979 till 1990. honored to be serving the in their marriage, eventually outdoors. She worked in the nephews, Scott(Wednesday) family and dear friends. He will never be forgot- Amaral family. An online ending up in Mountain View, Livermore School District Wilson of Portland, OR and Jimmie was predeceased by ten! guestbook is available for CA. Their second son, Scott, for many years in Special Brett Wilson of Culver City. his sister, two brothers, and condolences at www.cal- was born April 29 1979. Education. Karen leaves George was preceded in his son Jeffrey. laghanmortuary.com Their third son, Kevin, was her husband Don, 3 chil- death by his parents David Lydia “Darlene” born on December 1, 1980. dren, 2 daughers-in-law, 8 Jimmie came to Califor- (Clough) Amaral H. Wilson, Marjorie (Pre- nia as soon as he graduated Karen Wilson Andrus They lived in Mountain grandchildren, 2 sisters, and shaw) Wilson and his son Age 73 View until 1986, when they countless friends behind. high dchool. He drove out of Long term Livermore Karen Wilson Andrus David M. Wilson. Kansas City with his father, was born on October 13, moved to Livermore, CA. She will be sorely missed by resident passed away on Karen was an adven- all who knew her. The family is grateful for “Dad wanted to make sure I 1951 in San Luis Obispo the outpouring of sympathy Wednesday, November 22, turous spirit. She raised 3 Callaghan Mortuary is got there Ok". He lived with to Oscar Elijah Wilson and and prayers. Condolences his brother Ray in the begin- 2017. At the time of her boys, while also raising, honored to be serving the can be made online at www. passing, she was surrounded Jodell Diggle Wilson. At the and feeding as many of the Andrus family. An online ning. Ray and he worked time they lived in a trailer callahanmortuary.com. in an automotive garage in by her 4 children, Debbie boys around the neighbor- guestbook is available for George was a champion of Gallacher, Doug Amaral, while Oscar studied Electri- hood as passed through her condolences at www.cal- Santa Paula, California in cal Engineering at Cal Poly. the Pastoral Fund at Asbury the beginning. Then they Rita Camberos, and Lydia kitchen. She was always laghanmortuary.com United Methodist Church both went to work as car- Link. During that time Karen slept and is grateful for the ex- penters. A trade that Jimmie Darlene was also a lov- in a kitchen drawer because cellent care he received at would eventually become a ing and caring mother to they had no room for a crib. Truly Warm Italian Atmosphere University California San master in. He built houses Kelly Gallacher, Mike Cam- Oscar eventually took work Francisco Hospital. Please all over Southern California beros and Sarah McGovern. in the TV industry, so they consider honoring George before he met Janet, later to She was blessed with 8 moved to Hollywood, and Book Your Holiday with a gift-in-kind to Asbury become his best friend and grandchildren, Katie Amos, then later to Canoga Park Parties Now! United Methodist Church wife, on an outing with his Allison, Matthew, and Owen in the San Fernando Valley. at www.asburylive.org or car club. They married and Amaral, Eric Gallacher, She enjoyed the outdoors Lunch UCSF Prostrate Cancer Re- built quite the life together. and riding her horse. She Mon - Fri 11am - 2:30pm Gavin Link, and Allie and Brunch Sat - Sun 10:30am -2:30pm Dinner Mon - Fri 5pm - 9:30pm SHORT NOTES Sat 3 - 9:30pm; Sun 3 - 8:30pm Weekend Happy Hours Ornament Craft at the Civic Center Library, 1188 gravel trails, so strollers may not Healthful Meal Planning $6 Well Drinks The Livermore Public Library South Livermore Avenue. Partici- be appropriate. Canceled if raining Hope Hospice and Home Health Sat - Sun 10:30am - 4:30pm is hosting a free tea light snowman pants at this craft activity will use heavily; hike continues if it is just present a class on, Healthful Meal ornament craft activity at the Spring- damaged copies of popular books sprinkling. Planning for the Elderly and Chroni- 4040 East Ave, Livermore 925.456.3333 town Branch Library on Tuesday, and clear round ornaments to create Happy Holidays Campfire will cally Ill, on Saturday, December 9, www.terramialivermore.com December 12, 2017, from 3:30 to a one-of-a-kind holiday ornament. be held starting at 4 p.m. on Dec. from 9:45 a.m. to noon. 5:00 pm. Participants will use LED Instructions and supplies will be 10. Meet Ranger Dawn Soles at During this class, Terry Stowell, Private Rooms • Fireplace • Patio • Banquet Facilities • Fine Wines • Full Bar tea light candles to create a winter provided. the Sycamore Grove Reservable registered dietitian at Hope, will holiday decoration. Students in grades 6 through 12 Picnic Area. share valuable information about Instructions and supplies will are welcome to attend. Registration The holidays are fast approach- caring for the nutritional needs of be provided, while supplies last. is required for this free event. Call ing. Join this program to make a elderly and/or chronically-ill adults, No registration is required for this (925) 373 – 5504 or visit the Civic personalized ornament. Participants including: identifying the obstacles free event. This activity is recom- Center Youth Room Desk to register. are also welcome to bring dinner to to healthful eating; avoiding nutri- mended for children ages four and cook on the barbecue. After dinner, tional deficiencies and nutrition- up. The Springtown Branch Library the group will go to the campfire related disorders; and practical tips is located at 998 Bluebell Drive. Nature Programs area to enjoy hot cocoa and s’mores and suggestions for preparing meals For more information, visit the Winter Wander (70 Miles for 70 while singing holiday carols. There that are healthy, satisfying, and easy. library’s website: www.livermo- Years Challenge) will be led by the are no seats in the campfire area, so Any community member en- relibrary.net. Livermore Area Recreation and Park bring a chair or blanket to sit on. gaged in the role of family care- District ranger staff on Sun., Dec. Reservations are required by calling giver or expecting to soon become General contractor 10. Meet Ranger Amy Wolitzer at 1 925-960-2400. An $8 per person a caregiver is invited to attend Recycled Book p.m. at Sycamore Grove Park, 1051 donation is requested. Canceled these classes. Classes are held at remodels • additions Hope Hospice, 6377 Clark Avenue, Wetmore Road. if raining. custom homes Ornament Join Ranger Amy for a slow- Suite 100, Dublin (2nd floor confer- The Livermore Public Library There is a $7 per vehicle parking paced, 5-mile walk where we will fee at either entrance to Sycamore ence room). Light refreshments Faux grass is hosting a free Recycled Book look for the wonders of winter from will be served. Register online Ornament Craft for teens on Friday, Grove Park. For more information green grass to fungi to mistletoe. on December nature programs, call at HopeHospice.com or contact (925) 580-2380 December 15, 2017, from 4:00 pm Hope Hospice Community Health Children are welcome, but please 925-960-2400. License #B767646 to 5:30 pm in the Storytime Room be aware we will be on dirt and Educator Debbie Emerson at debe@ hopehospice.com. New Gifts and Toys Dona te Donate cars, trucks, Needed For Tri-Valley Families boats, tractors Tri-Valley Haven’s Holiday Program helps survivors of Your domestic and sexual violence, low income and homeless and RV’s. Running families celebrate the holidays by providing them with Vehicle to or not. Tax gifts and food. This year, over 3,500 people have signed Deductible. up – over half are children. Tri-Valley Support of the Tri-Valley community is needed to make this event successful. Tri-Valley Haven is requesting do- nations of cash, gift cards, new toys, and gifts for teens, Conservancy women, children, men and seniors, to meet the needs of the Livermore, Pleasanton, and Dublin community members Help Preserve in need. Teen items are most needed. Land for Future New, non-violent gifts and toys may be dropped off at Tri-Valley Haven’s Holiday Site: Asbury Methodist Church, Generations 4743 East Avenue in Livermore on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, December 11th, 12th or 13th from 10 am – 4 Call 1-888-686-4483 pm. or visit For additional information, call Christine at Tri-Valley TriValleyConservancy.org Haven at (925) 667-2707.

doing business as: Stage Hampton Rd, Livermore, This business is conducted fictitious business name(s) This statement was filed with pires November 16, 2022. LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Sisters, 1707 Third St, Liver- CA 94550 by an Individual listed above: October 30, the County Clerk of Alam- The Independent Legal No. NAME STATEMENT FOR INFORMATION more, CA 94550, is hereby This business is conducted The date on which the reg- 2017 eda on November 3, 2017. 4243. Published November FILE NO. 537742 PLACING LEGAL registered by the following by a Limited Liability Com- istrant first commenced to Signature of Registrants: Expires November 3, 2022. 30, December 7, 14, 21, NOTICES The following person(s) owner(s): pany transact business under the /s/: Joceline Smayra/Owner The Independent Legal No. 2017. Call 925-243-8000 doing business as: Blos- Brenda Lang, 1707 Third The date on which the reg- fictitious business name(s) This statement was filed with 4242. Published November som Skincare and Nutrition, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Street, Livermore, CA 94550 istrant first commenced to listed above: N/A the County Clerk of Alam- 23, 30, December 7, 14, NAME STATEMENT 1080 Concannon Blvd, Suite This business is conducted transact business under the Signature of Registrants: eda on October 30, 2017. 2017. NAME STATEMENT #160, Livermore, CA 94550, FILE NO. 537433 FILE NO. 537741 by an Individual fictitious business name(s) /s/: Christopher Kozlik Expires October 30, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The following person(s) do- is hereby registered by the The date on which the reg- listed above: October 1, This statement was filed with The Independent Legal No. The following person(s) do- following owner(s): NAME STATEMENT ing business as: A-1 Fur- ing business as: Livermore istrant first commenced to 2017 the County Clerk of Alameda 4241. Published November FILE NO. 538036 nishings Repair, 1404 Chel- Natalie Shende, 1002 Wynn transact business under the Signature of Registrants: on November 15, 2017. Ex- 23, 30, December 7, 14, Skin, 1080 Concannon Blvd Circle, Livermore, CA 94550 The following person(s) sea Way, Livermore, CA #160, Livermore, CA 94550, fictitious business name(s) /s/: L. Michelle Boss, Mem- pires November 15, 2022. 2017. doing business as: Perla 94550, is hereby registered This business is conducted listed above: N/A The Independent Legal No. is hereby registered by the ber FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Spanish Tutoring Center, by the following owner(s): by an Individual Signature of Registrants: 4240. Published November following owner(s): This statement was filed with NAME STATEMENT 4713 1st St, Suite 120, Russell Kamp, 1404 Chel- The date on which the reg- /s/: Brenda Lang/Owner 23, 30, December 7, 14, sea Way, Livermore, CA Laura Kell, 1092 Geneva the County Clerk of Alam- FILE NO. 537577 Pleasanton, CA 94566, is istrant first commenced to This statement was filed with eda on November 6, 2017. 2017. 94550 Street, Livermore, CA 94550 transact business under the The following person(s) hereby registered by the This business is conducted the County Clerk of Alam- Expires November 6, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS following owner(s): This business is conducted fictitious business name(s) eda on October 16, 2017. doing business as: Super by an Individual by an Individual The Independent Legal No. NAME STATEMENT Resolution Analytics, 2816 Perla A. Francese, 291 Fen- listed above: N/A Expires October 16, 2022. 4239. Published November The date on which the reg- The date on which the reg- Signature of Registrants: FILE NO. 537336 Bresso Ct, Livermore, CA nel Way, Livermore, CA istrant first commenced to The Independent Legal No. 16, 23, 30, December 7, 94551 istrant first commenced to /s/: Natalie Shende The following person(s) do- 94550, is hereby registered transact business under the transact business under the 4238. Published November 2017. ing business as: CAL Cus- by the following owner(s): This business is conducted This statement was filed with 16, 23, 30, December 7, fictitious business name(s) fictitious business name(s) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS tom & Tint, 2177 Las Positas Florin Munteanu, 2816 Bres- by an Individual the County Clerk of Alam- 2017. listed above: August 20, listed above: N/A eda on November 8, 2017. NAME STATEMENT Ct Unit M, Livermore, CA so Ct, Livermore, CA 94550 The date on which the reg- istrant first commenced to 1993 Signature of Registrants: Expires November 8, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 537982 94551, is hereby registered This business is conducted Signature of Registrants: /s/: Laura Kell The Independent Legal No. NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) do- by the following owner(s): by an Individual transact business under the fictitious business name(s) /s/: Russell Kamp, Owner This statement was filed with 4237. Published November FILE NO. 537656 ing business as: C. Kaye Joceline Smayra, 3022 The date on which the reg- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alam- 16, 23, 30, December 7, The following person(s) do- Drywall, 12465 Mines Road, Faltings Ct, Livermore, CA istrant first commenced to listed above: N/A Signature of Registrants: the County Clerk of Alam- eda on November 8, 2017. 2017. ing business as: The Money Livermore, CA 94550, is 94550 transact business under the eda on November 1, 2017. Expires November 8, 2022. Boss, 2231 Hampton Rd, hereby registered by the This business is conducted fictitious business name(s) /s/: Perla A. Francese, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Expires November 1, 2022. The Independent Legal No. Livermore, CA 94550, is following owner(s): by an Individual listed above: October10, Owner The Independent Legal No. NAME STATEMENT 4236. Published November hereby registered by the Christopher Kozlik, 12465 The date on which the reg- 2017 This statement was filed with 4244. Published November FILE NO. 536663 16, 23, 30, December 7, following owner(s): Mines Road, Livermore, istrant first commenced to Signature of Registrants: the County Clerk of Alameda 30, December 7, 14, 21, 2017. The following person(s) L. Michelle Boss LLC, 2231 CA 94550 transact business under the /s/: Florin Munteanu on November 16, 2017. Ex- 2017. DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 11

Owner FERAL CAT FOUNDATION with at least 3-4 full life cycle REAL ESTATE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS SAP implementation experi- ANNOUNCEMENTS NAME STATEMENT This statement was filed with Cat & kitten adoptions now the County Clerk of Alam- at the new Livermore Petco ence. Hands-on experience 155) NOTICES Inland Valley FILE NO. 538205 in Sales and cross-function- Publishing Co. eda on November 9, 2017. on Saturdays from 10:00AM “NOTICE TO READERS: The following person(s) do- al configurations of SAP is Client Code:04126-00001 ing business as: Dependable Expires November 9, 2022. to 2:30PM. We have many California law requires a must. Experience with Re: Legal Notice for Lawn & Garden Services, The Independent Legal No. adorable, tame kittens that that contractors taking jobs 4247. Published December have been tested for FIV & implementing and support- Classified Ads 884 Geraldine St., Liver- that total $500 or more 7, 14, 21, 28, 2017. FELV, altered & vaccinated. ing the SAP Order Manage- The Federal Fair Housing more, CA 94550, is hereby (labor and/or materials) be We also have adult cats & ment module, in both the Act, Title VII of the Civil Cable Installers Wanted! registered by the following FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ECC and CRM versions. licensed by the Contrac- ranch cats for adoption. Rights Act of 1964, and owner(s): NAME STATEMENT Hands on with different help tors State License Board. Immediate openings for Cable Installers Justin Burns, 884 Geraldine FILE NO. 538236 state law prohibit adver- EMPLOYMENT desk tools Remedy, SM9 State law also requires St., Livermore, CA 94550 The following person(s) do- tisements for housing and No experience necessary, we will train. 65) HELP WANTED etc. Should have business that contractors include This business is conducted ing business as: Teortiz En- employment that contain processes knowledge for their license numbers on by an Individual terprises Incorporated, 367 SAP Techno Functional any preference, limitation $5,000 Bonus for experienced techs designing, developing, and all advertising. Check your The date on which the reg- Virginia Dr, Livermore, CA Consultant - testing SAP functions as- or discrimination based on istrant first commenced to Pleasanton, CA contractor’s status at www. $2,500 Bonus for no experience 94550, is hereby registered sociated with pricing, sales, protected classes, including transact business under the by the following owner(s): – Scane Corp cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- channel management, and race, color, religion, sex, Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, 401K fictitious business name(s) Teortiz Enterprises Incor- CSLB (2752). Unlicensed other customer focused handicap, familial status or Company vehicle with gas card provided listed above: November porated, 367 Virginia Dr, Participate in program/ persons taking jobs less application. national origin. IVPC does 20, 2017 Livermore, CA 94550 projects and contribute to than $500 must state in not knowingly accept any Bring current DMW report to interview. Signature of Registrants: This business is conducted the design, development Skills Required: SAP SD. their advertisements that advertisements that are in Call (916) 215-9309 to apply. /s/: Justin Burns by a Corporation and implementation of IT Logistics Execution, ATP, they are not licensed by This statement was filed with solutions related to Order violation of the law. The date on which the reg- ALE- IDOCS, ABAP,ABAP the Contractors State Li- the County Clerk of Alameda istrant first commenced to to Cash Management and Open Interviews Mon-Fri 9am-3pm Query, LSMW, BAPI BRF cense Board.” on November 22, 2017. Ex- transact business under the Revenue management sys- plus FPM POWL,Module 1920 Mark Ct. #190, Concord, CA pires November 22, 2022. fictitious business name(s) tems; responsible for analy- pool program/transaction- The Independent Legal No. listed above: N/A sis of business require- ,webdynpro, tuning and 4245. Published December Signature of Registrants: ments and configuration optimization, NACE and 7, 14, 21, 28, 2017. /s/: Teodoro Ortiz, President of Revenue management VOFM and pricing, Siebel e FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed with systems and SAP systems via Tibco and web servic- NAME STATEMENT the County Clerk of Alameda to meet the overall design; es.SPAU/SPDD Activities, FILE NO. 538146 on November 27, 2017. Ex- sets priorities, manages SAP forms like Adobe forms The following person(s) do- pires November 27, 2022. schedules, and assures /Smartforms, data migration ing business as: Chicago’s The Independent Legal No. quality/timely releases of using BDC, LSMW and Pizza with a Twist, 922 Lark- 4248. 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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever on Stage In partnership with Bay Christmas classic “The Best Theater in Pleasanton, 1155 December 17. Area Children’s Theatre, Christmas Pageant Ever!” Santa Rita Road. The show Reserved seating tickets the City of Pleasanton Civic The youth musical opens Friday, December are $12, $15, $18; child or Arts Stage Company pres- theater production will 8, at 7:30 p.m., and runs senior: $7, $10, $13. Per- ents the fun-filled family be staged at the Amador weekends through Sunday, formances are Fridays, 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www. firehousearts.org, by call- ing 925-931-4848, and in person at the Firehouse Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasan- ton. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” (also titled "The Worst Kids in the World" in Australia, New

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Holiday Quilt Inspired Cantabella Concert Program

Cantabella presents Holiday Quilt- A Patchwork of Carols from Around the World as its winter concert. Holiday Quilt, is inspired by a winter quilt created by Jazz Age Fundraising Artistic Director Eileen Chang’s friend, Hae-Ok Chang. Admiring her friend’s work, Chang noted, "The small or Planned for Bothwell large patches mean nothing important until they become a part of a beautiful quilt. It's like making music in the Learn how to 'Gatsby' choir. Everyone, every part is so important to make beauti- The Bothwell Arts Center will bring back the ful music together.” glitz and glamour of the 1920s in a “Gatsby Jazz Age Inspired by this theme, Chang has assembled an exotic Party” on Saturday, February 3, 2018. repertoire of winter and holiday songs from around the The Bothwell will be decorated in art deco style globe. The audience hear sounds of the season in Latin, and costumes featuring the generous fringe, feathers Ukrainian, Puerto Rican, Basque, German, French, Span- and gems of the period are encouraged. With profes- ish, Finnish, Zulu, Nigerian, Chinese, Indian, Filipino, sional dancer Marina Shumilova leading the way, and, of course, English. It will, indeed, be “a patchwork of guests can dance to music from the Roaring Twenties carols from around the world.” era by the Royal Society Jazz Orchestra. Appetizers, The concert will feature the works of prominent Bay a silent auction, and a prohibition-themed blind wine Area composer, Kirke Mechem, including ‘Seven Joys raffle will round out the evening. The biggest fund- raising event of the year for the Bothwell, tickets are of Christmas,’ which will be accompanied by virtuoso $100 each. harpist, Dan Levitan. Choristers will perform songs from “We’ve designed this event to be a glittering Africa to the rhythms of a variety of drums. Audiences celebration of the 1920s and to reflect the many types will see intricately choreographed movements of the of art created at the Bothwell every day,” said Anne choristers as they fill the church with music. No Canta- Giancola, manager of the Bothwell Arts Center. “The bella concert is complete without the crowd favorite, the 1920s ushered in a vibrant period of art, from archi- audience sing-a-long. tecture and glassware, to jewelry and clothing, as well In keeping with the theme, Trinity Church in Liver- as music.” Part of Livermore Valley Performing Arts more will showcase the Holiday Quilt, which inspired (continued on page 3) (continued on page 6) 2 The Independent • DECEMBER 7, 2017 Golden Follies Returns to Firehouse for Two Holiday Performances Glitzy Vegas-style in person at the Box Office, pearing with such artists numbers, high-spirited 4444 Railroad Avenue, as Wayne Newton, Robert toe-tapping choreogra- Pleasanton. Box Office Goulet, the Pointer Sisters, phy, lavish costumes, and hours are Wednesday - Rita Moreno, Paul Anka, heartwarming music of the Friday 12:00 noon-6:00pm Jack Jones, Sammy Davis season are all part of The and Saturdays 10:00am- Jr., and Dolly Parton to Golden Follies. Returning 4:00pm. Tickets also at the name just a few. to the Firehouse Arts Center door two hours prior to the Troupe members hail in Pleasanton, the troupe of performance if not sold out. from all walks of life, ac- “sizzling senior sensations” Please check for availabil- cording to director Bost- presents two big matinee ity! wick. “The majority are re- shows on Saturday and Tapping to professional tired, having been teachers, Sunday, December 9 and choreography by co-found- real estate agents, medical 10, both at 2:00 p.m. ers and artistic directors techs, administrators for the Always a sell-out, the Susan Bostwick and Diane VA and Safeway Corporate, sparkling holiday dance Stawicki, the troupe’s city and county employees, revue features a large 25 mission is to pay loving NASA folks and restaurant member cast of seasoned tribute to the heyday of the owners.” She goes on to performers ages 55-90 from great Broadway vaudeville say that “all are homemak- all over Northern Califor- revues. ers, wives, mothers, grand- nia. The Golden Follies mothers, and in some cases, San Francisco Chan- was founded 20 years ago great-grandmothers. These teuse Wiggy Darlington by sister team Diane and energetic, enthusiastic and will make an appearance, Susan, who are the dynamic talented seniors are active plus Frosty The Snowman, force behind all aspects of in their respective com- reindeer, and “the jolly old the show, including direc- munities and committed to elf” himself tion, choreography, con- the Golden Follies. Besides Reserved seating tickets cept, and costumes. Both their dance involvement, are $15 - $25. Tickets can have extensive professional they share life experiences, be purchased online at performing backgrounds, love, and friendship with www.firehousearts.org, by having traveled throughout each other.” Holiday theme revue planned. calling 925-931-4848, and the US and Europe ap- Season 9 American Idol Winner to Make Stop in Livermore American Idol Season 9 ments in TV shows such Huffington Post, and was Foundation, MusiCares, located at 2400 First Street at the box office, online at winner, singer-songwriter as Elementary, Suits, The considered a top 10 album and SXSW. in downtown Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org Lee DeWyze, will perform Fosters, Nashville, Reign, of the year by PopDose The Bankhead Theater is Tickets may be purchased or by calling 373-6800. at the Bankhead Theater in Hart of Dixie, Bull, and Magazine. Livermore on Thurs., Dec. many others. His song Lee also released the 14. “Don’t Be Afraid” was the single, “Weight” in Dec. of The performance begins national campaign song for 2016. It was featured in the at 7:30 p.m. 2 years for Blue Cross Blue season finale of CBS’ Ele- Lee had a breakout Shield, and ESPN used his mentary. Originally written moment when he wrote song “The Ride” in several for the feature “Collateral an original song for The NASCAR commercials. His Beauty," this song was Walking Dead. “Blackbird song “Fight” which was on considered a turning point Song” has over 10 Million the Hot AC Top 40 chart in Lee’s writing career. YouTube views collective- for 10 weeks straight was His new single “The ly, and 5M Spotify streams. featured in the independent Breakdown” is currently The single has gone on to movie, Sister. Lee also won available. When not in sell more than 100k copies an award from the LA Indie his studio writing, Lee is and was considered one of Film Festival for his video consistently touring the the top 10 most influential for the song “Fight," which US, performing over 100 syncs in 2014 from the Mu- he wrote and directed shows per year for the sicians Guild of America. himself. past 4 years. He has most Since the release of In 2016, Lee released recently opened for Lady “Blackbird Song," Lee his album “Oil and Water,” Antebellum, and also has gone on to have more which received high praise performed at The Sundance than 35 syncs and place- from both Billboard and Film Festival, The Grammy Lee DeWyze DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 3 'Elfing' Season Raises Funds for Agape Villages

By Carol Graham kind instead of mean, and I ing," adds Johnston. "It's a Beware a ringing door- like that." fun way to earn money for bell when the evening shad- Elfings take place a good cause." ows fall. As holiday seasons throughout the Tri-Valley, A final note: not all elves beckon, there are elves who and may be ordered for ring elfees' doorbells . . . heed the call. $40. The final day to place So step carefully into the "My favorite memory an order is December 20 to wintry dawn, there may be is after we 'elfed' a house, ensure elves have enough elves dancing on your lawn. we had someone run up time to complete their To order, visit www. and ring the doorbell," handiwork before Christ- trivalleychurch.org, or call says 16-year-old Kylen mas. (925) 447-4333. Tri-Valley Johnston. "We sat in the car "To elf a house is so Church of Christ is located across the yard; watching much fun. It's like sneaking at 4481 East Avenue, Liver- people's faces when they around, but with a mean- more. see the balloons is price- less." From now till Christmas, the Tri-Valley Church of Christ's 6th annual Elfing fundraiser is in full swing. "The elfing fundraiser is Photo features Rachel McGrandle. Photo - Darren McGrandle in the tradition of 'forking' OPENING THIS WEEKEND! or 'flamingo-ing' someone's lawn," says Minister Jacob ties – including Alameda. workers by visiting the Tri- Last year, around 40 yards The Nutcracker Parnell. "People hire our "Tri-Valley Church Valley Church of Christ's were elfed – a number VALLEY DANCE THEATRE youth-group teens to elf of Christ has an existing website and filling out a Garza hopes will increase someone's yard with 20 red relationship with Agape brief form that includes the significantly this year. DEC 9 — DEC 17 and green balloons, two elf Villages and we know they target's address. "The more elfings that cutouts, and a sign say- have a constant need for "One father ordered a happen, the more money we ing, 'Elfed!' All proceeds funding and for foster fami- 'double hit' (twice as many raise for Agape," he adds. A spirited community celebration go to Agape Villages, and lies," says Youth Minister balloons and elf cutouts) on "For elfers, it's such a cool filled with music, food and laughter. last year we raised nearly Justin Garza. "We hope the his own house so that his way for teens to connect $1,500. We would like this people who are elfed will young children could go with each other and adult Bothwell Arts Center tradition to grow for the be delighted. The goal is outside and see they'd been volunteers, creating lasting Sun DEC 10 at 6:30pm sake of the children who to decorate nicely so that elfed," Garza says. "People memories they will fondly are helped by this organiza- it looks good and is a fun enjoy being elfed, and since remember later." With Gabe Duffin’s “Pog Mo Thoin” Band tion." surprise for the family who the sign placed in the yard Asked what it's like Since 1958, Agape Vil- has been elfed, and that elf- tells who ordered the elfing, to go elfing, 13-year-old The lages Foster Family Agency ees will be inspired to fund elfees instantly know which Rachel McGrandle says, has been mobilizing com- another elfing, starting a of their friends is respon- "Exciting! Thrilling! It munity resources to provide chain reaction that benefits sible." gives me a burst of adrena- Hot quality homes and profes- Agape Villages." Often, Garza adds, first- line and a sense of danger Sardines sional services that help Anyone may an order time elfees order reciprocal without really being in HOLIDAY STOMP disadvantaged children in an elfing for friends, family elfings along with adding danger - except of getting Northern California coun- members, neighbors and co- one or two for other yards. caught! It’s a prank that is Mon DEC 11 • 7:30pm GREAT GATSBY NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION WITH (continued from front page) CRAWDAD REPUBLIC Center, the Bothwell Arts will turn out for the ‘Gatsby the fundraiser on Saturday “How to Gatsby” costs just Sparkling wine & dessert reception after the show Center is as a non-profit arts Jazz Age Party’ to celebrate afternoon January 20th, will $10, which can be applied incubator offering afford- what the Bothwell brings provide an opportunity to to the price of a “Gatsby All Seats $40 Sun DEC 31 at 8pm able classroom, rehearsal, to the community and the get ready for the big event. Jazz Age Party” fundraising performance, event, and ways we envision growing Liz Roberts, co-owner event ticket. studio space for artists, into the future.” The event and jazz dance director Tickets are available musicians, and arts organi- has been sponsored by at Livermore School of now through the Bank- zations. UNCLE Credit Union, Jean Dance, will teach simple head ticket office at 2400 “There is no other facil- King and Joan Seppala. steps to the Charleston. First Street, 925.373.6800, ity in the area that can as Additional sponsorships Attendees will also be able or online at www.lvpac. easily accommodate such are available, contact Anne to purchase 1920’s-style org . Both the Bothwell a wide range of visual and Giancola at agiancola@ costume finery to comple- Arts Center and Bankhead performing arts experiences lvpac.org. ment their outfits. Free for Theater are operated by as the Bothwell,” Giancola “How to Gatsby,” “Gatsby Jazz Age Party” Livermore Valley Perform- 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org added. “We hope everyone scheduled two weeks before ticket holders, admission to ing Arts Center. 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore

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PAGEANT AAUW Program Promotes STEM Learning (continued from front page) Zealand and the UK) tells Women still today make and high school AP science the story of Imogene, up a disproportionately teacher Sarah Palmer taught Claude, Ralph, Leroy, Ollie, low percentage of the work “Fun with Energy”; Theo- and Gladys Herdman - six force in STEM (science, retical Physicist Mekena rowdy children who are technology, engineering, Metcalf taught “Prisms, known throughout the town and math) fields. Subtle, Colors and Angles”; and as trouble making misfits. Upon discovering that and not so subtle, messages Computer Engineer Carol discouraging girls from sci- snacks are available at the Kinnard taught “Get Cre- local church, they decide ence, math, and other tech ative with Code”. Each fields, begin as soon as first to give it a try. Despite workshop had an inter- heated protests from numer- grade or even earlier. woven art element, hence Encouraging girls and ous church members, the “STEAM”. Eleven former women to pursue stud- siblings are given roles in ies and careers in STEM AAUW-LPD Tech Trek- the Sunday school's annual fields is a key component kers, now in 8th to 12th Christmas play, in which of the American Associa- grade, served as workshop they tell the Christmas story tion of University Women’s aides, having fun with the in a distinctly unconven- (AAUW) national mission. younger girls while serving tional but heartwarming The Livermore-Pleasanton- as excellent role models. fashion. Dublin (LPD) Branch is AAUW-LPD, in con- Author Barbara Rob- actively engaged in this tinued collaboration with inson first published the important mission with girls the EYH Network, hopes story in McCall's magazine in our local communities. to expand this event next before it was adapted into a In 2017 two programs, Tech year to include events in book in 1971, which went Trek STEM Summer Camp Livermore, Pleasanton, and on to sell over 800,000 and STEAM Divas, focused Dublin in their continuing copies. “The Best Christ- on engaging Tri-Valley girls efforts to keep girls excited mas Pageant Ever” is also in STEM. about science, technology, adapted into a beloved movie version which is still Every year since the LPD Trekkers engineering, and math from summer camp’s inception shown on TV every holiday a very young age. season. twenty years ago, AAUW- During the camp, girls AAUW-LPD appreci- LPD has sent local middle live in a dorm and eat in a BACT’s Salim Razawi ates generous donations to is Director for this year’s school girls to Tech Trek, a dining hall, just like a col- the STEAM Divas event hands-on week-long STEM show. Salim is joined on lege student. Their morn- from Livermore Nob Hill camp for girls entering the ings are filled with hands- the production team by 8th grade. Tech Trek is Foods, the Clorox Com- Choreographer Amanda on activities exploring pany, Lawrence Livermore an all-scholarship camp. Engineering Design, Cyber Boyan, Music Director Am- National Laboratory, and All funds to send girls to Security, Forensics, Marine ber Dyson, Stage Manager camp are raised locally, via Biology, or Computer Cod- the Tri-Valley EYH Confer- Christine Hornbaker, Set member and other indi- ing. Afternoons and eve- ence, as well as the support Designer Spencer Rich- vidual donations, as well nings are filled with field of LVJUSD. ardson, Costume Designer as donations from local trips, workshops and other For further information Brooke Jennings, Lighting businesses and community STEM pursuits, all led by about AAUW-LPD and Designer Cassie Barnes, organizations. Bay Area women work- these programs, as well as Props Master Joan Howard, Girls in Livermore, ing in a variety of STEM numerous photos of the Technical Director Yusuke Pleasanton, and Dublin fields. For many girls, Tech Prisms & Light events, visit www.aauw- Soi, Production Manager public middle schools are Trek sparks their interest lpd.org or Facebook www. Maria Castro, and Associate nominated by their 7th in careers they never knew facebook.com/aauwlpd. Production Manager Amy its 40th year, is well-known that as early as elementary Hulsey. grade math, science, or existed, and places them on in the Tri-Valley. The day- school, girls’ interest in The next Tri-Valley STEM teachers. Nominees a path toward successful, Expanding Your Horizons The actors are from long conference, for girls in STEM fields begins to fade. grade school through high complete an application, high tech careers. conference is scheduled the 6th to 9th grade, offers The first STEAM Diva school age from all around write an essay, and are STEAM Divas was a hands-on workshops de- event held on Saturday, for February 24, 2018. For interviewed by members of pilot event organized by the the Tri-Valley. As is the tra- signed to encourage girls to September 30, at Junc- more information, visit dition for Civic Arts Stage the LPD Tech Trek Com- AAUW-LPD in collabora- consider education and ca- tion Avenue K-8 School https://www.tveyh.org/ . mittee. From a group of 30 Company productions, the tion with the Expanding reer options in STEM. The was a resounding success Information submit- to 40 highly qualified nomi- Your Horizons (EYH) Net- students split into two casts. AAUW-LPD, a long-time with twenty-seven 5th ted by Wendy Ping, Tech For this holiday production nees, eight or nine girls work, and with the support partner in the Conference, grade girls from Livermore are selected each year to Trek Branch Coordina- the casts are appropriately of the Livermore Valley wanted to engender excite- schools who spent the tor, STEAM Divas Event attend Camp Marie Curie, Joint Unified School Dis- named the “JOY” cast and ment about STEM at a morning rotating through Leader - pingfamilyca@ the “COMFORT” cast. held in July on the Stanford trict (LVJUSD). The annual younger age with 5th grade three hands-on STEM University campus. EYH Conference, now in gmail.com girls because it is known workshops: Microbiologist DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 5

PAGEANT (continued from front page) Acts of Kindness Captured on Film

By Carol Graham Joey Travolta under- stands the power of kind- ness. "People aren’t kind to each other," said Travolta, founder of Inclusion Films. "Kids aren’t kind to each other, so I wanted to get them thinking in that direc- tion. Campers needed to make sure that the twist, the plot, the story, the hero - whatever it was - involved some act of kindness in their films." With that, the 54 young filmmakers who participat- ed in Joey Travolta’s Short Film Camp this summer embraced the "Simple Act of Kindness" theme and created top-notch short films that are both beauti- fully crafted and delight- fully moving. A red-carpet premiere took place on November 7 at The Vine Cinema & Photo - Doug Jorgensen Shown, clockwise starting Alehouse in Livermore. Joey Travolta greets those attending the screening. at left, are works created by Short films shown included Charlotte Severin, Helene A Dog’s Kindness, When Roylance, Justin Trent, and the Chips are Down, and grow their confidence, Film Camps. This year, on curriculum to teach June Ferreri. Lost and Found. communication skills, and students aged 10 to 22 adults with developmental "I learned that it's very collaborative abilities. attended the camp at Saint disabilities all aspects of hard to play an old man," "My favorite moments Mary's College in Moraga. film production. Over the Traveling Artists to Show said 17-year-old Isaiah at premieres are when "Most campers come course of each semester, Youngblood, who played parents say that this camp from the Bay Area, students work together to Work at Livermore Library; Louis in Lost and Found. has changed their kid’s although we get campers develop and shoot a thesis "The voice was pretty hard life," Travolta said. "I from around the world," film along with smaller Opening Reception Dec. 9 to do actually. I also learned love seeing campers' faces Travolta said. "Some video projects. Workshops that you sometimes have to when they come up on travelled from as far as help students gain the skills The Tri-Valley Traveling Artists exhibit opens Dec. 1 at compromise when you don't stage after the screening, Ireland, Arkansas and needed for employment in the Livermore Civic Center Library Gallery. have all of the materials so proud as they receive Oregon." the film and media industry, The public is invited to the opening artists' reception you need." DVDs of their films that The Short Film Camps as well as other transfer- on Sat., Dec. 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the library, 1188 So. Youngblood's insights they can share with friends are made possible through able, independent-living Livermore Avenue. on artistic expression and and families. It’s pretty a partnership with Futures skills. Paintings and photographs from the group's September practicality are the kind powerful. It’s also wonder- Explored, Inc., an organi- "Filmmaking gives trip to Mendocino will be shown as well as scenes from Travolta hopes all camp- ful to see former campers zation that for more than campers a voice," said Yosemite and other California sites. ers gain. Joey Travolta’s actually working at the 50 years has helped adults Travolta. "Campers make Participating artists are Bonnie Bartlett, Steve Barkka- Short Film Camps teach screening – shooting vid- with developmental dis- lifetime friends with bonds rie, Kathleen Elm, June Ferreri, Helena Hallett, Mary Jane teens and young adults with eos, doing interviews, and abilities gain life skills and that will take them through Hassman, Carole Hilton, Robyn Leimer, Dorothy Maestas, high-functioning autism taking photographs." employment. life and give them building Beverly Patterson, Carolyn Ramsey, Helene Royland, and Asperger syndrome the Joey Travolta – an ac- Inclusion Films and blocks to go into the world. Charlotte Severin, Justin Trent, and Lorraine Walls. principles of filmmaking tor, director, former special Futures Explored also Camp is a confidence The show will be open for viewing during regular over a two-week session. education teacher and partner to provide Voca- builder, with campers hav- library hours from Dec. 1 to Dec. 30. While developing ideas, brother of John Travolta tional Film Workshops, ing fun and are learning at The Dec. 9 reception is free. All are invited to come writing scripts, performing, – has spent the past 11 with Livermore offering the same time." and meet the artists. and shooting films with years traveling the country one of five California lo- To learn more, visit For more information, contact the library at 373-5500. professional equipment to spread awareness of cations. Workshops follow inclusionfilms.com, and and support, campers also autism through his Short a collaborative, hands- futures-explored.org. 6 The Independent • DECEMBER 7, 2017 Drive-Through Nativity Scheduled 'Master Storyteller' to Discuss The members of Trinity Church in Livermore are at it again, preparing the How to Create Emotional church campus for the 27th annual presentation of the Depth with Local Writers story of Jesus’ birth. The 30 minute presenta- Sofia Grant (pictured at tion comes alive with over right), author of dozens of 300 volunteers, aged 5 to novels, will speak to local 83, along with live animals, writers Saturday, Dec. 16 as they recreate Mary’s about how to create emo- memories of Jesus’ birth. tional depth in a novel. The The story is told through event will begin at 2 p.m. at six drama scenes assembled the Four Points by Shera- on the grounds of Trinity ton, 5115 Hopyard Rd., Church with live actors Pleasanton, with check in at and animals. Visitors drive 1:30 p.m. The presentation through the six scenes dot- is hosted by the Tri-Valley ting the entire church cam- Branch of the California pus listening to the story Writers Club (CWC). dialog on their car radios "I started the way all while viewing live actors writers must -- with a blank and animals, portray the page and a sense of trepidation," Grant said. "But I kept at characters in each scene. it, and once I had a few short stories under my belt, I took The annual presenta- a tip from an author acquaintance and joined Romance tion has become a tradition Writers of America. I . . . gathered the courage to write for many in the Tri-Valley my first novel. Thank heavens I didn't know how very drawing over 2000 visi- terrible it was, or I might never have had the audacity to tors each year. Half are Church members prepare for annual event. write the next one . . . and the one after that, and the one return visitors. Some who after that . . ." attended when they were traffic control, child care, Grant has written books for adults and teens under the of Jesus’ birth through the The presentation is free. name Sophie Littlefield. The New York Times called her children now return with lighting and sound mainte- Live Drive-Through Nativ- Everyone is invited. their children. Church nance for radio reception. a "writing machine," and the Midwest Book Review said ity presentation. she is a "master storyteller." members are not only scene The members of Trinity The Nativity story actors but provide the many Baptist Church extend an Concert Set Grant’s talk is open to members of the public who will be presented on three make advance reservations and pay a fee at the door. Cost support functions; scene invitation to the community nights, 7pm to 9pm on De- The 25th annual Commu- direction, food preparation, to share in the experience for CWC members is $12, non-members, $17. Anyone cember 15 through 17. nity Christmas Concert will interested in the program or CWC may attend with no feature carols on Sunday, obligation to join. Reservations can be made by sending CANTABELLA Dec. 10. For more than two a message via e-mail to [email protected] decades, choirs from local no later than Wednesday, Dec. 13. (continued from front page) churches and schools have this concert. The church more. The 1 PM concert sharing at the winter con- joined to celebrate the season Grant’s presentation will describe "emotion’s relation- will also be adorned with will feature all the training cert, stop by the Stanford with music. In addition to ship to plot and character." She will also discuss how to several smaller quilts cre- choirs (ages 5-10) from Healthcare-ValleyCare choir and handbell perfor- avoid "common pitfalls" and how to create a character’s ated by Mrs. Beverly Jones, Cantabella's three rehearsal Hospital in Pleasanton on mances, this holiday tradi- "emotion palette." a quilting enthusiast and sites in Livermore, Pleas- Friday, December 1 at 4:30 tion includes the audience in "The Dress in the Window," Grant’s latest novel, was released in July by William Morrow. This book is about grandmother of a Cantabel- anton, and San Ramon, as PM, Grace United Method- singing favorite Christmas hymns. The finale of the three women who enter the fashion industry after World la alumnus Christa Berry, well as a sampling of songs ist Church in San Ramon on War II. Two of Grant’s other novels are "The Guilty One" Granada High School class by the performing choirs. Sunday, December 3 at 10 yearly event is a rousing sing-along of the Hallelujah and "The Missing Place." of 2016. Mrs. Jones is a The 4 PM concert will fea- AM, or Valley Community chorus from Handel's Mes- Grant’s upcoming book, "The Daisy Children," is member of the Piecemakers ture the complete repertoire Church in Pleasanton on siah. about a woman who meets the extended family she never Quilting Group. Her quilts of the performing choirs December 3 at 9 AM and The Community Christ- knew and discovers their ties to a long-ago tragedy. This have been displayed at the (ages 10-18). 10:45 AM. mas Concert is free and novel is slated for publication in 2018 by William Mor- Pacific International Quilt For concert tickets, go to Cantabella will soon be open to the public. Light row. Grant is the winner of the Anthony and RT Book Festival, at Alden Lane's www.cantabella.org/tickets. accepting applications for holiday refreshments will be Awards. For more information about her, visit http://sofia- "Quilting in the Garden," Adults are $18 in advance; the spring session. No expe- served following the music. grant.com/ and at the Sierra Quilt $22 after December 1. Chil- rience is required. To regis- The concert will take place The CWC Tri-Valley Branch invites writers of all Guild's "Quilts & Threads." dren under 18 are free when ter for the Training Choirs on Sunday, December 10 genres and experience levels to learn about their craft The winter concert will accompanied by an adult or Performing Choirs, go to at 7:00 pm at the Church at its monthly meetings. For more information about of Jesus Christ of Latter- the CWC Tri-Valley Branch, contact Patricia Boyle at be held on Saturday, De- (ticket is required). cantabella.org/register/join day Saints, 1501 Hillcrest cember 9 at Trinity Church, For a sneak preview of or call 925-292-2663. Avenue, Livermore. All are [email protected] or visit http://www.trival- 557 Olivina Avenue, Liver- what Cantabella will be welcome. leywriters.org. DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 7 Pleasanton’s Museum on Main Hosts Smithsonian’s Hometown Teams, December People - Classic Rock Christmas Rock Stars Perform Mega-Holiday Concert for the Whole Celebrating Sports, Community Family; Food Donations benefitting Open Heart Kitchen Pleasanton’s Museum on Main will host the Classic rock ‘n roll hits, is to put on a spectacular Before Boston, Pihl was Smithsonian’s Hometown classic holiday carols are holiday show and at the guitar for the Sammy Hagar Teams: How Sports Shape fused into one a high- same time give back to the Band where he played America. A production energy and family-friendly local community.” on many hit records with of the Smithsonian’s Classic Rock Christmas For all their work on Sammy. Gary adds his Museum on Main Street show. The holiday rock behalf of the hungry, undeniable rock edge to the program (no connec- extravaganza known as December People was December People sound. tion), Hometown Teams ‘December People’ (DP) recently awarded The Driving DP’s pulse is captures not only the returns this year to the Army National Guard David Lauser, a world heroics, heartbreaks, and Total Victory Team Medal. high-fives that punctuate Firehouse Arts Center in renowned drummer with The honor is intended for the experience of sport Pleasanton for two big a real love for all kinds National Guard troops in America, but also the shows on Friday, De- of music, and with over post- 911who have been way that sports influence cember 15, and Saturday, 30 years with the Sammy activated and/or civil- communities and culture. December 16, both shows Hagar Band. David brings ians that played a part From pickup basketball to 8:00 p.m. DP’s pas- the thunder like nobody’s stadium tailgating, from sion, a close second to of extraordinary support business. He has a passion playing youth soccer to the music, is feeding the for their troops and have that can only be matched by watching our heroes play hungry. Food donations contributed to supporting the December People. in the big leagues, sports will benefit the Open Heart freedom. The Tubes’ keyboard- connects people and Kitchen Holiday Food Part of the citation ist Dave Medd performs divides them, shapes their Drive, which helps to feed reads: “I have determined not only on keyboards for daily routines and chan- the hungry in the local Tri- that December People's DP, but also adds the high nels their passions. Valley. Suggested donation goals, values, and actions lead vocals. Medd has also The traveling exhibit 5+ non-perishable, non- are those that are in line toured with Quicksilver uses video, audio, and expired items. Bring a big with the KSARNG (Kan- Messenger Service and Al- hands-on interactives as bag of food for the barrels sas Army National Guard). liance among many others. well as artifacts and im- For an athlete, there is no substitute for pure and get your picture taken Their giving hearts and Berry notes that Medd’s ages in order to explore determination. Players from Ohio’s Wellington and with the band passion for our commu- power and dexterity are key its theme. Objects such as Independence High Schools compete on a muddy field, Reserved seating tickets nity, country, and Soldiers in the DP sound. the Wheaties box featuring 2011. Anna Norris, Morning Journal are $30-$40, plus food has greatly impacted the Jack Foster, on second Brandi Chastain join video donation for the lobby bar- success and call to action guitar for December People, of past Army-Navy games rels (see www.openheart- to support our community is a world-renowned singer/ and a “Name That Sport” kitchen.org for suggested and our Soldiers. Decem- songwriter, and has three guessing game to help items). Free parking in lot. ber People exemplify acclaimed solo albums out illustrate the way America Purchase online at www. the seven Army values; in Europe and Japan with relates to athletics. The firehousearts.org, by phone Loyalty, Duty, Respect, his Jack Foster Band. His Museum has added dis- at 925-931-4848, or in Selfless Service, Honor, skills in vocal harmony and plays of local sports pho- person at the Firehouse Integrity, and Personal his technical guitar chops tography and memorabilia Arts Center Box Office, Courage. They are truly are invaluable to the DP dating from to the turn 4444 Railroad Avenue in part of the National Guard mix. of the 20th century to the Pleasanton. Team and deserve to be present day, as well as a DP founder Robert Ber- recognized as such.” video featuring several of ry states, “Our main focus DP guiding light Robert Pleasanton’s youth sports beyond the music is sup- Berry has performed with organizations. porting local charities… some of the best musicians TRAVEL This exhibition runs These guys have sold of today and of the Classic through January 21, 2018. millions of records in the Rock era, including Keith BUG Pleasanton’s Museum on Winners of the 1939 Amador Valley High School other bands they perform Emerson, Carl Palmer, Main is located at 603 intramural tennis tournament pose with their racquets. with…but as December Sammy Hagar, Ambrosia. Ocean and Main Street in downtown Museum on Main Collection People, they get to come He is currently bass player Pleasanton. Telephone together to play traditional for the Greg Kihn Band. river cruises 925/462-2766; URL day. An opening reception programs will be an- holiday songs in Classic Gary Pihl, guitars/vo- (925) 447-4300 www.museumonmain. will be held at the museum nounced on the Museum’s Rock style for the ben- cals for December People, org. Hours 10-4 Tuesday on Wednesday, December website and Facebook page. efit of local food banks… has been a member of the In Downtown Livermore through Saturday, 1-4 Sun- 6 from 5-7 PM. Supporting December People’s goal band Boston since 1985. travelbuglivermore.com 8 The Independent • DECEMBER 7, 2017 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS bankheadtheater.org day of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Any style music. Bands welcome. Age asks ticket holders to bring as much The Conversion of Hetherington by Livermore Art Association Gallery, The Granite Group: Plein Air Paint- the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Eighth 21 +. Place Live Music Club, 2562 food donations to the concerts as they John Kendrick Bangs. Wednesday, located in the Carnegie Building, ings of the High Sierras, Jan. St., Livermore. Artists are welcome to Old First St., Livermore. can. Band: Gary Pihl (Boston), Robert December 6, 2017 5:30 pm & 7:30 offers art classes, unusual gifts, 12-Feb. 17, Harrington Gallery. bring finished, unfinished or no work Blacksmith Square, music every Berry (Greg Kihn Band, Sammy Hag- pm; Wednesday, December 13, 2017 painting rentals, art exhibits and Opening reception Jan. 11, 7 to 9 p.m. at all to receive a critique from the Saturday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, gar Band), David Medd (The Tubes), 5:30 pm & 7:30 pm; Wednesday, information pertaining to the art field, Works by premiere artist such as Bill group. Refreshments are brought by 21 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. David Lauser (Sammy Haggar Band), December 20, 2017 5:30 pm & 7:30 2155 Third St., Livermore. The gallery Cone, Paul Kratter, and Kim Lordier. some of the artists, and a donation of Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears Jack Foster (Jack Foster Band). pm. Swirl on the Square, Downtown has been open since 1974 and is run Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad $5.00 is desired although not manda- regularly at: The Castle Rock Restau- Purchase at: www.firehousearts. Livermore, 21 S. Livermore Avenue. as a co-op by local artists. Hours are Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. tory. Contact for this event is D’Anne rant in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- org, 925-931-4848, or at the Box Wine and tapas served from Swirl on Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 p.m. For informa- org Miller at [email protected] the 2nd Tuesday each month from Office at the Firehouse Arts Center, the Square as the artists perform. tion call 449-9927. Figure Drawing Workshop, every 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, 4444 Railroad Avenue in downtown Info at 925-443-2273 (BARD) Members of the Pleasanton Art MEETINGS/CLASSES Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists small cover. Pleasanton. SPECIAL NOTE: This The Best Christmas Pageant Ever - League Public Art Circuit are cur- Colored Pencil: Basics and Beyond. bring their own materials and easels. Holiday Music Concert, Dec. 7, 8 show benefits hungry local families. Family musical theater performed by rently exhibiting art at six businesses Classes are for beginners and inter- Open to all artists. Professional artist p.m. Barbara Mertes Performing Arts Bring food donations for the barrels local youth opens Friday, December in the Pleasanton - Dublin Area. mediate students. Classes start Mon., models (nude). No instructor. Stu- Center, Las Positas College, 3000 (suggested donation 5+ cans), and 8. Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Viewing locations are: Bank of Amer- Jan 8th, 9:30 to Noon for five weeks. dents under 18 need written parental Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. www. get your picture taken with the band! Road, Pleasanton. Hilarious family ica at 337 Main Street, Pleasanton; Beginners will learn the properties permission to attend. Cost $20 per laspositascollege.edu/performing arts An Irish Christmas, Dec. 21, Olate holiday classic. A couple struggling to Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce at of the colored pencil, color theory, session. Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Annual Our Savior Christmas Concert, Dogs, “Santa Paws Holiday Show,” put on a church Christmas pageant 777 Peters Street, Pleasanton; Sall- and how to create realistic drawings. 8th St., Livermore. Coffee, tea and 4:00 PM on December 10th, join Dec. 23, Bankhead Theater, 2400 must cast the Herdman kids, possibly man, Yang, & Alameda CPA's at 4900 Intermediate students will review refreshments are available. Call or the choirs and instrumentalists of First St., Livermore, www.bankhead- the most creatively mischievous Hopyard Road, Pleasanton; US Bank basic principles of colored pencil e-mail Barbara Stanton for more info Our Savior as they gather together theater.org or 373-6800. bunch in history. Full of fun and at 749 Main Street, Pleasanton; Ed- and learn more colored pencil tech- about the workshop, 925-373-9638 - to present an afternoon of music on New Year’s Eve with Crawdad Repub- mayhem! Presented by Civic Arts ward Jones at 6601 Dublin Boulevard, niques. Adult $135. Bothwell Arts [email protected]. the theme of The Shepherd’s Lamb. lic, Dec. 31, Bankhead Theater, 2400 Stage Company in partnership with Dublin; and The Bagel Street Café Center, 2466 8th Street, Livermore CA Preschool Art classes: Thursday Singers and instrumentalists join the First St., Livermore, www.bankhead- Bay Area Children’s Theater. The at 6762 Bernal Avenue Pleasanton. (classes also offered in Brentwood). mornings 9:45 – 10:45. Children shepherds as they hurry to Bethlehem theater.org or 373-6800. youth musical theater production runs If interested in becoming a member Contact [email protected] for aged 3-5 are welcome to join this and find the baby Jesus, and ponder Dave Coulier, Jan. 5, Bankhead The- December 8 through 17. Fridays and of the Pleasanton Art League or for more information or to sign up. class. Classes cover drawing, the dual role of the Babe in the ater, 2400 First St., Livermore, www. Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; matinees information regarding the Public Art Drawing: Focus on Nature. This class painting, print-making, sculpture and manger, who is both the Shepherd bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Circuit, call John Trimingham at (510) is for beginners and the artists who ceramics. For further information, and Lamb of Salvation. Address: Richard Glazier, “They’re Playing Our Tickets are $12, $15, $18; Child 877-8154. want to improve drawing techniques. contact Thomasin Dewhurst at (925) OSLM Sanctuary, 1385 S. Livermore Song,” with special guest Karen or Senior: $7, $10, $13. Tickets Art As A Spiritual Metaphor (Exhibit). Instruction includes site techniques, 216-7231 or thomasin_d@hotmail. Ave, Livermore. Marguth, Jan. 6, Bankhead Theater, available at www.firehousearts.org, November 1 – December 16, Fire- three dimensional development and com or visit http://childrensart- The 25th annual Community Christ- 2400 First St., Livermore, www. 925-931-4848, or at the Firehouse house Arts Center Harrington Gallery. composition. Class start Thurs.,, Jan classesprojects.blogspot.com/ mas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 10. bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad Six Bay Area artists will address 11th, 9:30 - Noon for 5 weeks. Adult Art Classes, For children, teens and For more than two decades, choirs Fleetwood Mask, The Ultimate Tribute Avenue, Pleasanton. the spiritual in art, using mythology, $135. Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 adults. Beginner to advanced. Draw- from local churches and schools to Fleetwood Mac, Jan. 13 and 14, A Very “Follies” Holiday 2017! – mandalas, Biblical narrative, and cal- 8th Street, Livermore CA (classes ing, painting, printmaking, sculpture have joined to celebrate the season Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Always a sell-out, The Golden Follies ligraphy in their diverse expressions. also offered in Brentwood). Contact and ceramics taught by highly with music. In addition to choir and Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. sparkling holiday review returns to Artists: Salma Arastu, Johanna Ba- [email protected] for more experienced artist and art instructor, handbell performances, this holiday org or 931-4848. the Firehouse Arts Center Theater in ruch, Pauletta Chanco, Pam Fingado, information or to sign up. Thomasin Dewhurst. Weekday and tradition includes the audience in Marc Cohn and the Blind Boys of Pleasanton for 2 big shows: Saturday Wendy Robushi, SeongMi Seol. Gallery Call to Artists: Celebrate Women! weekend classes, Home school singing favorite Christmas hymns. Alabama, Jan. 19, Bankhead Theater, and Sunday, December 9 and 10, hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 2018. All submissions must have classes, Special classes during The finale of the yearly event is a 2400 First St., Livermore, www. both at 2pm. Reserved seating from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday one woman/many women as subject. school breaks offered. (925) 216- rousing sing-along of the Hallelujah bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. tickets $15- $25. With glamour, glitz, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Image may be any size. Fees: Two 7231 or email thomasin_d@hotmail. chorus from Handel's Messiah. The The Special Consensus, O Brother, and those trademark Vegas-style Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center Categories, artist self-selects: Emerg- com for further info. Community Christmas Concert is free that’s Good Bluegrass! 8 p.m. Jan. costumes, the talented and energetic in Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad Avenue. ing Artists, $5 for first submission, $2 Piano and keyboard lessons, For and open to the public. Light holiday 19, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 senior performers brighten the holiday Donations always appreciated. for an additional one. Established Art- children to adult. Beginner to early refreshments will be served following Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. season with high-spirited choreogra- Out Loud – Oakland artist Lorrie ists, $20 for up to two submissions. intermediate level. Half-hour private the music. The concert will take place firehousearts.org or 931-4848. phy, heartwarming music, plus Santa Fink - new fine art exhibit at Har- Digital Submissions due February 13, classes or small group classes on Sunday, December 10 at 7:00 Singer/songwriter Five For Fighting, Claus, Frosty The Snowman, reindeer, rington Gallery’s Public Exhibition 2018. Email to: celebratewomen18@ offered. Twice-yearly recitals. (925) pm at the Church of Jesus Christ backed by a string quartet. January and more. All the best that is shiny Galleries @ Firehouse Arts Center in gmail.com. Show will take place at 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ of Latter-day Saints, 1501 Hillcrest 25, 7:30 p.m. Bankhead Theater, and bright as only the Follies can do! Pleasanton. Botanic-inspired colorful the Livermore Library. People who feel hotmail.com for further info. Avenue, Livermore. All are welcome. 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Popular San Francisco Chanteuse oil abstracts. The exhibit will be on they are not 'real' photographers are Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the The Hot Sardines, Dec. 11, Bankhead bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Wiggy Darlington will put in an ap- display from November 8 through very much encouraged to submit their last Saturday from 12 noon-1 p.m. Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, Unique Piano-Guitar Concert with pearance with several numbers. Tick- December 16. For more information framed photo of a woman (great- at Galina’s Music Studio located at www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- Tamriko Siprashvili (piano) and Ian ets available at www.firehousearts. visit www.firehousearts.org Regular grandma, perhaps) that they would 1756 First St., Livermore. Confirm 6800. Rowe (guitar), Sat., Jan 27, 2018 org, 925-931-4848, or at the center gallery hours: Wednesday, Thursday, like to honor by having it hung in participation by calling (925) 960- American Idol Winner Lee DeWyze, at Amador Theater in Pleasanton. Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Friday from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Satur- the show. As long as I am informed, 1194 or via the website at www. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14. Bankhead Theater, Tickets $20-35. Call (925) 931-4848 Pleasanton. Tickets at door 2 hours day 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington these type of framed photos will not GalinasMusicStudio.com. Beginners 2400 First St., Livermore. www. for reserved seats. Tickets make before performances, if not sold out. Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center, be judged; but, will be hung to give are welcome. Bring some music to bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. thoughtful gifts for budding artists Please check for availability. 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. the subject honor. Curated by Barbara share with the group. Ukuleles are December People - "A Classic Rock and the young at heart. 1776, Jan. 13-28, 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 Donations appreciated. Reynolds. Sponsored by: Elizabeth available for purchase. Small $10 fee Christmas" - Firehouse Arts Center p.m. Sunday. Tri-Valley Repertory The- Artistas Naturalistas: Art of the Natu- and John Nguyen, D.D.S., Livermore to cover meeting costs. in Pleasanton, Friday & Saturday, ON THE STAGE atre, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First ral World exhibit at the Bankhead and Sue Evans Photography December 15 & 16, 8:00 p.m. Tickets Dancing at Lughnasa, Dec. 1-10, 8 St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Gallery runs through January 8, 2018. Art Classes always on-going at the USIC/CONCERTS $30-$40. Plus food drive to benefit p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Barbara org, 373-6800. Sixty pieces of art bring the outside Bothwell Arts Center. Acrylics, oils, Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Music Open Heart Kitchen, feeding the Mertes Performing Arts Center, Las Noises Off, PCRT non-musical show, in, as dozens of local artists show watercolor, drawing, colored pencil, every Sunday. 12:00 - 4:30. 1356 hungry in the Tri-Valley. High- Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Firehouse Arts Center, Jan. 27-Feb. the natural world from an artist’s mixed media classes for adults and S. Livermore Ave, Livermore. http:// powered quintet of some of the finest Dr., Livermore. www.laspositascol- 11, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 perspective. Reception 1 to 3 p.m. multiple children's classes always retzlaffvineyards.com musicians from some of the world’s lege.edu/performing arts Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. on Nov. 18 opportunity to meet the available. Register at. bothwell. Nor Cal Open Jam Nights, Thursday biggest rock’n’roll bands performs Livermore Shakespeare Festival firehousearts.org or 931-4848. artists, light refreshments and the lvpac.org and Sunday nights, 9 p.m. to 2 p.m. loads of holiday favorites, but in the reading by Livermore Shakespeare music of the Matt Finders Trio. Gallery Show and Tell, Artists are invited to a All equipment supplies, full PA with styles of rock ‘n roll hits. DP puts on Festival artists: Twas the Night COMEDY in the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First monthly function at the Bothwell Arts 4 vocal mics, 4 piece drum set w/ these amazing holiday shows each Before Christmas, A Visit from St. Free Comedy Show every Thursday Street, Downtown Livermore. www. Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th Tues- double kick, guitar and bass amp. year to benefit local food banks, and Nicholas by Clement C. Moore and at Sanctuary from 7:30-9 pm in the DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 9 ctivities a nd Program ART & ENTERTAINMENT A in your s Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 choral pieces. Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m. First desserts for sale, visits with Santa Regional Parks First St. in Livermore. Presbyterian Church, Livermore; and Claus and a holiday gift shop. 2647 The Big Fat Year-End Kiss-Off, Starring Dec. 10, 3 p.m. Lynnewood United Arroyo Road. For more information, Will Durst & Friends, 8 p.m. Dec. 27, Methodist Church, Pleasanton. www. call 925-443-0238. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad valleyconcerchorale.org Celtic Christmas Concert & Gather- Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. ing, Sun., December 10, 6:30 pm. org or 931-4848. MISCELLANEOUS Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th Vicki Lawrence and Mama, Jan. 26, Hagemann Ranch Open House. Tours Street, Livermore. Old fashioned January-February 2018 Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., of the 140+ year old ranch and free, seasonal gathering with live music Livermore, www.bankheadtheater.org family friendly seasonal activities. by Pog Mo Thoin. Produced by Gabe or 373-6800. The last Sunday of each month, 1-4 Duffin. www.bankheadtheater.org or January – February 2018 PM. Go to www.livermorehistory.com 373-6800. MOVIES for the monthly program. 455 Olivina Elisabeth Rosenthal, author of An Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Public Ave., Livermore. American Sickness, 7:30 p.m. Dec. Library, 6 p.m. first Thursday of the Political Issues Book Club meets the 12, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First month. The films are free and are 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Street, Livermore. www.bankheadthe- screened in the Pleasanton Library books about issues and trends that ater.org or 373-6800. large meeting room. Theme this year are driving current affairs in both the Christmas Nativity Display, St. Eliza- is "Turning the Wheels." Everyone is national and international arenas. beth Seton Chapel, 4001 Stoneridge

welcome to attend. Some films are Topics that have been covered include Dr., Pleasanton. Dec. 10 from 9 Sahlin Eric Photo: mature in content and may not be politics, governance, economics, a.m. to 8 p.m. Display of Christmas suitable for children. Contact the military affairs, history, sociology, Nativity Scenes from around the Pleasanton Public Library at (925) science, the climate, and religion. world. Sponsored by Italian Catholic 931-3400, extension 4. 400 Old Contact Rich at 872-7923, for further Federation. All are welcome. Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton. questions David Shoemaker: Gravitational Storied Nights: An Evening of Spoken Waves – the New Cosmic Messenger. DANCE Word. 2nd Thursday of each month. Thursday, January 18, 2018, Rae The Nutcracker, Valley Dance Theatre Features local authors reading their Dorough Speaker Series. Bankhead full-length production. Dec. 9 at 2 and work 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. 7 p.m.; Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Dec. 15, 7 and Tea, 152 So. Livermore Ave., 373-6800 or www.bankheadtheater. Look inside p.m. Dec. 16 and 17 at 2 and 7 p.m. Livermore. Sponsored by LVPAC org. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., and Peet's. http://facebook.com/ Music Industry Roundtable, Jan. 26, Livermore. www-bankheadtheater.org StoriedNights 12:30 p.m. Barbara Mertes Perform- for this Activity Guide or 373-6800. Ravenswood Victorian Yuletide, Dec. ing Arts Center, Las Positas College, 10, noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. CHORAL 1890s estate decorated for a Victo- www.laspositascollege.edu/perform- Valley Concert Chorale, A Mid- rian Christmas. Costumed docents, ing arts winter Rose, featuring Christmas musical entertainment, drinks and

Hot Sardines to Perform Regional Park District firefightersSee “Fire Prevention remove - a hazardous365 Day Effort” vegetation page 3. Jazzy Holiday Stomp Inside: New York-based band jazz with a seasonal-theme day evening, December Kayaking, Pole Walking & Pole Hiking • page 4 the Hot Sardines return to in “Holiday Stomp” at the 11, 2017. With musicians Marvelous Monarchs • page 5 deliver an evening of lively Bankhead Theater on Mon- and a tap dancer, the Hot Naturalist interprets at Crab Cove Visitor Center Tilden Fungal Fair • page 11 See “Measure CC Supporting Vital Park Services...” page 3. Sardines bring a mischie- 10th Annual MLKing Jr. Day of Service • page 13 vous twist of French culture Wednesday Walks, Sunday Strolls • page 14 to their blend of old-time jazz infused with new-time energy. The lobby will open at 7:00 p.m. Special Holiday Kayaking, Pole Walking at Various Parks Stomp-themed cocktails will be available for pur- Marvelous Monarchs at Ardenwood chase in the concessions area crafted by a guest Tilden Fungal Fair mixologist from The Last 10th Annual MLKing Jr. Day of Service Word. Described as “unforget- Wednesday Walks, Sunday Strolls tably wild [and] consis- Plus many other activities for kids and families tently electrifying,” the Hot Sardines bring an innova- in your East Bay Regional Parks! tive and sophisticated style Photo - Joseph Cultice (continued on page 10) 10 The Independent • DECEMBER 7, 2017

HOT SARDINES BULLETIN BOARD (continued from page 9) to the history-defining on Craigslist, looking for adopted by the percussion (Organizations wishing to run notices “Pau, the Pyrenees & Basque Country.” A at Vineyard Ballet Academy, 39 California jazz of the 1920, 30s and others interested in play- section. in Bulletin Board, send information to PO regional capital in Southwest France, Pau Avenue, Ste. 110, Pleasanton. No prior ing early jazz and blues. By 2011, the Hot Sar- Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care is the birthplace of King Henry IV. Alan's dance experience or partner required. 40s. Their skill at making of Bulletin Board or email information to presentation will feature sites in Pau, as A youth class (ages 8 thru high school) classic music current has Bougerol sings effortlessly dines found themselves [email protected]. Include name well as side trips to Lourdes, the Pyrenees, Mondays 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Pleasanton earned them a broad audi- in both French and English playing for an audience of organization, meeting date, time, place and the coastal towns of Biarritz, France, is also available. Call Margaret Ward at and writes original songs in of 6,000 music lovers at and theme or subject. Phone number and and San Sebastián, Spain. Adults are (925) 449-5932 or Sheena MacQueen at ence, effortlessly reaching contact person should also be included. invited to this free program on the second (925) 784-3662 for more information. across genres and genera- both languages as well. the Midsummer Night’s Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) Thursday of each month in the Community Rotary Club of Livermore Valley tions since their unlikely Palazzo, who holds a de- Swing at Lincoln Center. BSA Troop 900 Christmas Tree Meeting Rooms of the Civic Center Library, invites interested individuals to attend its beginning at an open jazz gree in theater from Univer- They have since been called Lot - The troop's annual fund raiser is a 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. For morning meeting. Meetings are held every sity of the Arts in Philadel- “one of the best jazz bands Christmas Tree Lot located at the corner of additional information, call 925-373-5500. Tuesday at 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & jam over a noodle shop in Hillcrest and East Ave. Starting Saturday, Christmas Nativity Display, St. Eliza- Grill at the Las Positas Golf Course, 915 Manhattan. phia, was earning a living in New York today” by November 25th, the lot is open 9AM-9PM beth Seton Chapel, 4001 Stoneridge Dr., Club House Drive, Livermore. For more Bandleader Evan “Bibs” in his native New York as Forbes magazine. In 2014, on weekends, 5PM-9PM Monday-Friday. Pleasanton. Dec. 10 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. information, go to www.livermorevalleyro- an actor in theater and com- their first album “The Hot Three types of 6’-7’ trees are available Display of Christmas Nativity Scenes from tary.org/ or contact Frank Vallejo, President Palazzo and lead singer ranging in price from $54-$72. Tree stands around the world. Sponsored by Italian of Rotary Club of Livermore Valley, at 925- “Miz Elizabeth” Bougerol mercials and playing stride- Sardines” made its debut in and mistletoe are available, too. Please Catholic Federation. All are welcome. 595-2004 or [email protected] first met when they an- jazz piano whenever he the top 10 on the Billboard help support Troop 900 by purchasing a Holiday Boutique Fundraiser for Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning could. After Bougerol and Jazz Chart. Their most re- tree at their Christmas Tree Lot this year. LHS Safe & Sober Grad Night, Sat., Dec. and experienced dancers are welcome. swered a Craigslist open Ring in the New Year 2018, 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Livermore High School Balkan, Israeli and other world dances, call for jazz musicians in Palazzo met and discovered cent album “French Fries & fundraiser for Elks National Foundation. large gym, 600 Maple St., Livermore. Local easy line and circle dances, no partners 2007. Born in France and their mutual love for the Champagne,” was released Dec. 31. No host cocktails 5:30 p.m., vendors & crafters and hourly raffles. required, casual dress. $3 per session with a master’s degree in music of Fats Waller, they in 2016. dinner prepared by Chef Chris Vigil at 6:30 Those interested in donating a raffle item (first time free). Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. continued to work at their Tickets for “Holiday p.m. Dance to the music of the Richard or in participating in this event, please at the Bothwell Arts Center (West end), media and communica- Dorffi Trio. Fee includes champagne toast email [email protected]. For 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Information: tions, Bougerol was living day jobs, slowly building Stomp” featuring the Hot at 9 (East Coast midnight time). $40 per more information go to www.livermore- George Pavel (925) 447-8020 or george. in New York working as an a band of accomplished Sardines on December 11th person. Prepaid reservations a must by highschoolptsa.com/giving/fundraising/ or [email protected] musicians dedicated to their start at just $30 for adults Dec. 27. RSCP to the office, 455-8829. https://www.facebook.com/lhsssgn Square Dance Lessons in Livermore, editor for a travel website. Livermore Community Blood Drive: Counter Point (Addiction Family 7 p.m. at Del Valle High School, 2253 5th She had a lifelong love lively style of American and are $17 for students. Friday, December 15, 1-7 p.m., Asbury Support Group), Counter Point is a free Street. All ages welcome. Dancing Thurs- for jazz music but, as an jazz. One day, Edwin “Fast They are available now at United Methodist Church, 4743 East Av- faith based, Christ centered (Al Anon days weekly from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. untrained singer, found few Eddy” Francisco stopped the Bankhead Theater ticket enue. Every single day, Bay Area hospitals based) program designed to help individu- No partner or special attire needed. For by Evan’s house on an er- office, 2400 First Street in need over 300 units of blood to keep sick als with family members who suffer from more information call Margaret 925-447- opportunities to perform. and injured patients alive. Please come alcoholism and drug addiction. We meet 6980 or [email protected]. Undaunted, she bought rand. Hearing the music, he downtown Livermore, on- donate, bring a friend or family member Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. at Cor- Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store, open a washboard and taught started to tap dance and his line at www.bankheadthe- to the drive and give the gift of life to our nerstone Fellowship (348 North Canyons at 4014 East Ave. Hours will be 9 -6 unique rhythmic contri- ater.org or by calling (925) friends and neighbors who need it. This Parkway, Livermore across from Costco) Monday through Saturday. Donations can herself to play, then began is an excellent way to give back during and Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. at St. be left at 4014 East Ave in the rear of the placing and answering ads bution was immediately 373-6800. this holiday season. Register at www. Michael Elementary School (345 Church building, 9:30 AM to 5 PM M-F, 8 – 2:30 redcrossblood.org and use ASBURY925 as Street, Livermore). For further information PM Sat, closed Sundays & holidays. the Sponsor Code, or call Thomas Petty at contact Kent (925-243-0211) or Rachel Italian Catholic Federation, meets 925-980-8164 for more information. (510-501-1411). 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. Livermore-Amador Genealogical Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults who Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 4001 Society, meeting 7 p.m. Dec. 11 at Con- get together for events like board games, Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Anyone who Towne Center Books to Host Authors gregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Ct., movies and fan conventions. Meetings loves all things Italian is invited to meet to Pleasanton. Stephen P. Morse, the creator every Tuesday at 5:30 for dinner and board celebrate the Italian heritage with monthly Towne Center Books will be hosting au- of the website, will speak on the topic A games at IHOP, 4567 First St., Livermore. A dinner meetings and holding charitable thors Lauren Markham and Shanthi Sekaran One-Step Portal for Online Genealogy. No schedule of upcoming events can be found events. The group supports Children's Hos- Charge ~Visitors Welcome For additional on Facebook at: Facebook.com/groups/ pital research, college scholarships and (pictured at right) on Wed., Dec. 13 at 11 a.m. information contact: Kay Speaks, L-AGS TriValleyGeeks. Text Melody Evenson at other charities. For information, contact Both have woven tales of immigration and Program Chair, email: program@L-AGS. 925-209-1214 for more information. Judy Wellbeloved, president, 462-2487. the American Dream in their latest books. org Refreshments following the presenta- Golden Circle Seniors, meetings Questers is an international Markham’s The Far Away Brothers tells tion. Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center organization of lovers of antiques, Widowed Men and Women of North- in the Robert Livermore Community Center, collectibles, and history who encourage the true account of Ernesto and Raul Flores ern CA Dec. 14, 1 p.m. lunch in Pleasan- 4444 East Ave. Sewing, knitting and preservation and restoration of historical who escape the violence of their native El Sal- ton, RSVP by Dec. 12 to Gloria, 846-8320. crocheting all year, saving items for the landmarks. At chapter meetings, members vador to chase a new life in America. A story Dec. 17, 1 p.m. lunch at Poppy Ridge, annual bazaar in November. Ninety-five learn about antiques, share and view urgent in today’s politics, Markham profound- RSVP by Dec. 14 to Ruby, 462-9636. Dec. present of the proceeds are donated to members' collections, visit historic sites, ly humanizes not only the topic of illegal 21, 1 p.m. lunch in San Ramon, RSVP by local charities. museums and antiques shops and help Dec. 28 to Marsha, 830-8483. Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner meet- non-profit organizations with restoration immigration but more specifically, the reality Christmas Party hosted by the ings every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:30 and preservation work. Chapter meets of traveling across the border as am unsuper- Tri-Valley Republican Women Federated p.m. 530 Inklings Coffee Shop in the Ward- the 4th Tuesday monthly from September vised child. From these circumstances, a life in America is built by the two brothers as Thursday, December 14, 2017, 6:00 robe Room, Pleasanton. Check website to May. New members are invited to join they face all the burden, triumph, and danger of their situation with the tenacity of youth. pm – 9:00 pm. Banquet room at Beeb's for meeting updates pleasantonlionsclub. the local Amador Chapter. If interested Restaurant, 915 Clubhouse Drive, org. Pleasanton Lions Club is a non-profit call President Rickie at 925-292-8123 or Markham has spent the past decade working in the field of refugee resettlement and Livermore.Cost: $30 per person (this will organization that seeks to identify needs e-mail [email protected]. immigrant education. Her work has appeared in publications such as VICE, Orion, The be a buffet). Celebrate Christmas the New within the community and work together to Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Guardian, Guernica, and NewYorker.com. She is based in Berkeley, California. Year and each other. Please bring Safeway, fulfill those needs. For more information or Club. Feed your wonder about the Night Shanthi Sekaran, another Bay Area local, wrote her latest novel Lucky Boy after find- Walmart, or Gas Gift Cards for a special to get involved visit pleasantonlionsclub. Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the Pleasanton Military Families husband org. All are welcome. 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- ing inspiration from a true story of a Guatemalan woman having her child adopted away who is battling cancer. RSVPs are a MUST: Learn Scottish country dancing ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. from her. The complexity of the story is captured in Sekaran’s writing as she explains the Contact Jo Molz @ (925) 846-6155 or in Livermore. Enjoy the lively reels and Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 implications of family love, safety, and morality. (925) 367-6155 or rjm911@sbcglobal. jigs and graceful strathspeys that are p.m. talk starts at 7:30 p.m.. For more info Both books offer a glimpse into the nature of immigration and the deep desire to build net. Pay at the door. No outside alcohol, the traditional social dance of Scotland. visit us @ http://www.trivalleystargaz- a better life for oneself and one’s children. no food to go. Make new friends and have fun while you ers.org/ Armchair Travelers, Livermore exercise! We welcome you to our class, Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 Tickets are $5 each. Reservations are helpful, call 925-846-8846 or email townecen- Public Library Civic Center on Thursday, Mondays 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Liver- Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s [email protected] December 14, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. Alan more Veteran’s Hall, 522 South L Street, costumes give free guided tours beginning Burnham will present a slideshow entitled Livermore. Or: Fridays 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at noon, on the second and fourth Sundays DECEMBER 7, 2017 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD of the month. Each tour includes the 1885 pendent Living (CRIL) offers services to Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher who would like to donate nonperishable a.m. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org Cottage and the 1891 Main House, and help people with disabilities and supports Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. at (831) 278-1916. food items, call the office at (925) 479- or call 925.846.0665. the beautifully landscaped grounds. For them to live independently and participate Vasco Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday and Unity of Tri-Valley is a welcoming information on the Ravenswood Progress in their community for as long as they are service. Information 447-8747 or www. Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Thursday 4 spiritual community for people of all faiths League (RPL) or the volunteer Docent willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains uucil.org on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up by appointment and backgrounds. Children's program Program, please call the Docent Coordina- offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore Congregation Beth Emek, Center for Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at only. The Outreach Center will be open available. Ongoing groups and activities. tor at (925) 443-0238. to provide information and referrals and Jewish Learning, Prayer and Community 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come every 4th Saturday to distribute bags from Rev. Micah Murdock, minister. 7567 Ama- Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social provide community education at senior in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, and worship with us and to enjoy our Fresh and Easy Market and Sprouts. This dor Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 group of retired men who join together to centers and affordable housing complexes Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi hospitality. For more information call the will be on a first come first serve basis am Sunday service. www.unityoftrivalley. better enjoy their leisure time. Activities to residents of Southern Alameda County. Dr. Laurence Milder, www.bethemek.org. church office 925-462-4802. between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2333 Nis- org. 925.829.2733. include golf, bridge, photography, travel, The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated St. Bartholomew's Episcopal sen Drive, Livermore. GraceWay Church worships at 10 fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can with the Congress of Secular Jewish Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) Lynnewood United Methodist a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary School, ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, Organizations (csjo.org). Information, 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. Church, 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton 1454 Santa Rita Road while its new facility living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Sunday service with Rev. Andrew Lobban, offers a friendly congregation where all is being prepared. Services include band- and San Ramon. The group meets for [email protected]. All services 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. Priest-in-Charge, 10:00 am Eucharist with are welcome. Worship at 9 or 10:30 a.m. led worship music, Sunday School for lunch on the first Thursday of each month are free. First Church of Christ, Scientist, music, childcare and Godly Play children on Sundays with Sunday school for youth preschoolers and elementary through high at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Livermore, services 10 a.m. every education. and adults at 10:30 a.m. and childcare at school students. Infant care is provided. Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about Support Group meets every fourth Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages Little Brown Church, United Church both services. Contact Pastor Henry Kim www.gracewaylife.org (925) 846-4436. the Tri-Valley SIR at www.trivalleysir.org Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 at 846-0221, send an email to office@ Grace Missionary Baptist Church, and the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. third floor movie room at Heritage Estates church and reading room are located at a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. lynnewood.org or visit www.lynnewood.org. meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. For information or to attend a meeting, call Retirement Community. The address is Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- The Church of Jesus Christ of Lat- (925) 667-1610. www.gracembc.com. Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. 900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All are which is open to the public, features 2580 ter-day Saints--Livermore Stake: Sunday Sunday School, 9:45 am; Sunday Worship, Tri-Valley Haven provides crisis sta- welcome. Contact is Lee Parlett 292-9280. books, CDs and magazines for sale. For Pathway Community Church, 1055 services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: Sycamore 11 am. Relevant and refreshing Bible bilization counseling for those experiencing DBE Daughters of the British information, call (925) 447-2946. Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contempo- Grove Ward 9:00 am; Windmill Springs teaching. Pastor: Jeff Barger. difficulties related to domestic violence, Empire, John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Sunset Community Church, 2200 rary Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 am. Ward 11:00 am. 950 Mocho St: Valley View Discovery Church of the Nazarene, abusive situations, sexual assault or other Chapter in the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship Children, youth, adult programs. Biblically Ward 9:00 am; Vineyard Hills Ward 11:00 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor challenging emotional issues. We provide a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service based practIcal messages, nondenomi- am; Mocho Branch (Spanish) 12:20 p.m.. Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community assistance with individual therapy and/or at Castlewood Country Club. DBE was starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's national. All are welcome. www.pathway- 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: Tri-Valley Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at group support. Please call to schedule an founded in 1909 and is a nonprofit 501(c) church provided. A "Night of Worship" communitychurch.org (925) 322-1222. Young Single Adult Ward 1:30 p.m.. 9:30 AM. Worship Service, Sundays at appointment: 925 449-5845 (Counseling (3) organization made up of women of first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of 10:45 AM Intake) British or British Commonwealth heritage Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Av- Assistance League® of Amador and ancestry with a focus on charity and p.m. Information, call 447-6282. at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/ Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. enue, Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Valley invites all visitors to join this dedi- fellowship. Those interested in helping Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday Sunday School at 10:20 am. For more Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at 11:00 a.m. Worship. For more information cated group of volunteers, reaching out to with “the cause," enjoying social activities, Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., information, visit www.goodshepherd- 3574 Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton 3rd Ward: visit gatewaylivermore.org or call Larry those in need in the Tri-Valley and having and forming long-lasting friendships, Livermore. Information, 447-8840. livermore.org or call (950) 371-6200. Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave., Trummel at 449.1444. fun doing it. Regular meetings are held on contact Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., Grace Missionary Baptist Church the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. or Jenny Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz, Dublin 1st Ward: in Livermore invites members of the at the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasan- additional information. a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. community to Wednesday evening study, ton. For more information, see our website, Pleasanton Military Families is adult Bible study/Sunday school. For Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; John Knox Presbyterian Church, “Discovering the Bible.” Currently, the www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, a Pleasanton based support group for information, call 925-447-1246. Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship subject is , “The Holy Spirit and His Work.” e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ those who have a loved one serving in the Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for The church address is 1759 Locust Street yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on at 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. a.m. - Elementary aged children go to ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education in Livermore. Wednesday Bible Study Operation: SAM “Supporting All the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share www.calvarylivermore.org or 925-447- Kid’s Church following worship, nursery Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group begins at 6:30 p.m. www.gracembc.com Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys 4357. available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth Celebration Christian Center, 1135 support organization based in Livermore. that are experienced. There is no better Granada Baptist Church, 945 Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. Bluebell Dr., Livermore. 455-4250. Sunday S.A.M. has been in operation since January support than being surrounded by others Concannon Boulevard, Livermore. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. Services: 9am, 10:30am; children’s pro- 2004. It is dedicated to the continued who know what you are going through. Services: Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; wor- 925-449-4848. St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors grams: 9am & 10:30am; Spanish service morale support of deployed troops. For Three times per year, the group collect ship service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) 3:00pm; Jr. & Sr. High: Wednesdays, 6:30- information or donations, visit www. supplies and sends care packages to the 447-3428. 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925- 8:30pm. For more information on weekday operationsam.org, email operationsam@ troops. Contact [email protected] for Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. Bible study and prayer group schedules, go comcast.net the location of the next meeting. Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org Center for Spiritual Living to www.celebrationcc.org Depression and Bipolar Support Livermore Military Families, a services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Livermore Valley - People from all faith WINGS (Women in God’s Spirit) A Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets support group for families in Livermore a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. meets at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 South- traditions, cultures, races and sexual faith enrichment ministry for women of Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's who have a loved one serving in the org/ All are welcome. front Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone orientations welcome. Sunday service all ages and life stages. Meets Thursday Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., Military, is intended to be a safe place for Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs mornings, 9:30 – 11:30 am through Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. family members to come and share their 6656 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Adult Sunday Cedar Grove Community Church, offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting May 10, 2018. St. Charles Borromeo Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ experiences and concerns with others who school 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship place 1886 College Ave., Livermore. For Catholic Church, Borromeo Hall, 1315 pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al understand what they are going through. Children's Church (Pre-K-5th grade) 11:15 Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. more information contact revharriet1@ Lomitas Avenue, Livermore. Guest speaker Pereira, 462-6415. All family members are welcome to attend a.m., Nursery to age 3, Women's Bible cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. yahoo.com or visit us at http://csllvlight- “highlights” of the 2017-2018 season: Bereaved Mother’s Network of meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday study Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Senior Adult Asbury United Methodist Church house.org. Father Mark Wiesner, Pastor of St. Charles the Tri-Valley meets the first Tuesday of of each month at the Livermore Veterans Ministries meet every other month. For 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconcil- St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 Borromeo; Janet Sullivan Whitaker, Liturgi- each month, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Livermore Memorial Building, 522 South L Street ministry information call (925) 846-8650 ing Church, where all are welcomed. Rincon Ave., Livermore. www, smbclive. cal/Worship Music Artist; Monia Shaiq, Civic Center Library, Small Conference from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more Trinity Church,557 Olivina Ave., Sunday Worship time is at 10:00 a.m. com or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. “Meet a Muslim” Interfaith Outreach; and Room. The aim of the network is to allow information, call Tami Jenkins, 925-784- Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services Join us for new children and youth group Worship services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday others. For WINGS speaker presentations bereaved mothers to make connections 5014 or email livermoremilitaryfamilies@ & Children’s Ministry times now at 9AM programs. This year our Christmas Eve family Bible school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study and events: stcharleslivermore.org, click with, share resources, and support other yahoo. & 10:30AM. Small Groups also meet on Candlelight Services will be at 7 and and youth ministry, Wednesday 7 p.m. on “Upcoming Events” and “WINGS”. mothers who have been through the worst Sundays, and during the week at various 11pm. For more information visit our Feed the homeless, Saturday 11 a.m. Questions: Janet Schott 925-373-9346 or experience of their lives, losing a child. For RELIGION times/locations. Trinity Student Ministries website at www.asburylive.org or call 925- Prayer, 6 p.m. weekdays. Phyllis Clearwater 925-337-4299 more information, contact katiestrube@ First Presbyterian Church, 2020 (7-12th Grade) meet on Sundays at 9AM 447-1950. Asbury UMC can also be found Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Hanukkah, comcast.net. Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contem- and on Weds. eve. from 7-9PM. Awana on Facebook at Asbury UMC Livermore, away clothing and other items every Friday, December 15 from 6:00 – 8:00pm, Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open plative Service in the Chapel and 10:00 meets Sundays from 3:30-5:30PM trinity- where you find our most updated informa- Monday 10-12. Donations are also ac- evening of latkes, light, music and yummy to new and established residents of the a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary livermore.org or 925-447-1848. tion and worship sermons. cepted on Mondays between 10-12. 4481 food. Celebration this year will be at the Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the and children’s program For more informa- St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palo- E. Avenue, Livermore. Mogilefsky home, 18929 California St. in first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon tion www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- mino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. Christ Church (a nondenominational Castro Valley. Bring menorah, and gather on the second Wednesday of the month, Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut ing the John Main tradition, every Monday jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. evangelical church formerly meeting in to light the candles together, sing tradi- Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Well Community Outreach Center Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho tional holiday songs, and eat the freshly family activities, and monthly adult a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 Claire La Scola at 447-9800. ministry provides meats, canned and dry Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., fried latkes pouring from the kitchen. $5 socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or a.m. Children's classes during adult wor- St. Innocent Orthodox Church, goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; per adult non-member. RSVP to Amy at visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com ship service. AWANA children's program 1047 Serpentine Lane #300, Pleasanton. available prior to the start of the school Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 [email protected]. Community Resources for Inde- Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. Sunday Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to year). Those with an immediate need or 12 The Independent • DECEMBER 7, 2017 Milestones

On October 18th, 2017, Talen Stephens received the rank of Eagle Scout after a long 12 year journey. Talen is a leader at Livermore High School, Photography Commissioner, and President of Ignited Youth (Christian Club). He is an active member of his Church's (Cedar Grove Community Church) leadership team and praise band. With a 4.2 GPA, Talen plans to attain a BS in fire services and will pursue a career as a firefighter when he graduates from college. Pictured are Paul, Lauri and Stevie Rae Stephens with Talen. Girl Scout troop 31278, based out of Croce and Altamont Creek elementary schools, sorted non perishable foods and personal hygiene items, installed and stocked the Blessing Box. The box is located at Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 East Avenue in Livermore. The box serves those in need in Livermore and will be maintained by the Website with Holiday Lights Has Grown troop for at least a year. The box was made as part of the Brownie (second & third From humble beginnings The http://California- traditional strings of lights grade) level Quest Journey Take Action Project and Daisy (kindergarten & first grade) in a brand new house back in ChristmasLights.com/ web- or simple decorations. level Good Citizen badge. 1992 with just a few strings site, now in its 19th year Started in 1999 as http:// of lights, to a fully synchro- of operation, is the largest LightsOfTheValley.com with nized light show, with FM and most comprehensive just 25 houses in the Tri-Val- broadcast, a snow machine, a collection of the best and ley area, the site has grown, North Pole telephone and in- brightest Christmas light showcasing the best and EDUCATION teractive elements for kids of and yard displays from all of brightest across the state. A all ages to enjoy at 467 Knot- California including the San community service effort of tingham Circle, Livermore. Francisco Bay Area, Central Alex Dourov, the site is up- Tess Cayton of Pleasanton Twenty five years of Valley, Sacramento Valley, dated constantly between late was among more than 600 bringing joy, smiles and Los Angeles and San Diego. October to mid-December, students who earned endowed laughter to the thousands and California Christmas Lights requiring approx. 120 hours scholarships at Baldwin Wallace thousands that visit the house is designed to show holiday of time each year to ensure University this fall. Cayton, a each year. It’s a featured stop decorations in California accuracy and yearly verifica- graduate of Amador Valley High on the Livermore Wine Trol- that are unusual, elaborate tion of each house that is on School majoring in instrumental performance, earned the E.S. & ley Lights Tour, charter buses or decorated beyond the display. M.R. Griffiths Scholarship. and limos. According to the website Army and Navy Academy listing light displays, "Don't Granada High School Girl Scout Troop #33248 recently visited recognizes students who have skip this fabulous facade on Livermore Toyota to learn about safe and fuel efficient cars been named to the Honor Roll Knottingham Circle, featur- offered at the dealership. Alex Mancuso at Livermore Toyota for the first grading period of ing a mix of old school decor arranged a tour for the girls to meet with all the specialized the 2017-2018 school year. They and modern green lighting. departments. The girls were impressed by Tony and his crew have each achieved a grade point Santas and more are mixed in detailing who work non-stop restoring and maintaining all average of 3.5 or above. in with the latest in LED KiranRaj Amuthan of Pleas- kinds of vehicles. These girls are currently working towards anton was named to Honor Roll lighting and technology. their drivers licenses while learning basic car care. Pictured at Army and Navy Academy This display, a favorite stop from left to right are Tami Harman - Sully's Cafe Manager - Trevor Krysler of Pleasanton of Santa, will wow kids and Livermore Toyota, Alex Mancuso- Livermore Toyota, Jazmin was n to Honor Roll at Army and adults alike. Seems like the Garza, Amanda Shingler, Marisa Mayfield, Ashley Perry, and Navy Academy folks on Knottingham Circle Julianne Hamilton- Livermore Toyota. Missing from photo are don't want global warming to Alyson Machi and Katie Darling. melt Santas workshop."