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Orinda Community Park Photo Ohlen Alexander Moraga Fireworks Photo Kevin Goto By Sophie Braccini t’s almost Independence Day, so strike up the band! This ing Band, and the Saint Gabriel Celestial Brass Band. Local walk along the parade route or ride on creatively decorated year’s Fourth of July parade in Orinda will offer some - veterans will lead the fun and colorful parade, which starts floats. thing new: The Blue Devils C Drum and Bugle Corps, at 10 a.m. from the east BART parking lot, while volunteers “This year we have made a big effort to decorate Orinda,” aIlong with four other marching bands, will be part of the fes - from local organizations, community members, little tykes, s a y s Orinda Association President Bill Waterman. “People tivities. The parade will feature bands such as MJ's Brass students from local schools, and staff from local businesses will notice, for example, the multi-colored balloon arches that Boppers, the Mariachi Trio, the Lamorinda Pick-up March - will show off their love of country and Lamorinda while they will be installed in town.” ... continued on page A12 Advertising

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The Parking Design Review to parking technology company pavement, that relay information a f e e-based proposal that included Ordinance Committee unanimously Monday, July 14, 7 p.m. Streetline’s generous proposal of no about the availability of parking some start-up costs, but in April it agreed this proposal was worth pur - Lafayette Library & Learning Center, cost services for a period of 10 years spaces in real time to would-be park - came back with a second, no-cost al - suing. Arts & Science Discovery Center, with no obligation? ers via their smart phones. ternative that calls for advertising and City Manager Steven Falk was 3491 Mt. 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Chamber of Commerce: o n - street sensors, similar in appear - ticketing. have discretion over what type of ad - www.lafayettechamber.org Share your thoughts, Leisurely Progress on Water Pumping Plant insights and opinions By Cathy Tyson with your community. umping water since 1954 to Send a letter to the Pcustomers in Lafayette, and por - editor: tions of Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill, the existing Diablo Vista Pump - [email protected] ing plant can move 12 million gallons of water per day; that’s a lot of water through those aging pipes. Given the cramped confines of its existing please... garage-like space near Ace Hardware, the East Bay Municipal Water District ...thanks! decided a whole new plant is needed to increase reliability and efficiency, along with increased capacity – a new proposed facility will be able to han - Image provided by EBMUD dle 16 million gallons per day. At 60 years old, more than a facelift is Lafayette City Council agreed in con - constructive comments, mostly about asphalt.” Niroop Srivatsa, planning needed to upgrade this workhorse. cept to the unique land swap proposed the landscape plans. and building director, recognized that It has been three years since the for the new plant, to be located further In 2011, a land swap was pro - it must be frustrating for commission - east on Mt. Diablo Boulevard; the p o s ed between the city and the utility, ers to comment on a project where the utility finally presented proposed under which city-owned land on the city has no authority. She assured drawings of the new pumping plant at east end of town near Pleasant Hill them that EBMUD would take their Lafayette Police a recent meeting of the Design Re - Road would be traded for the current comments seriously. Department incident view Commission. pumping plant location. Once the Larry Blodgett, who owns the ad - summary report, While every other project that gets new plant is up and running, the old j a c e nt parcel, wants to be a good June 8-21 b u i l t in Lafayette must go through a facility would be demolished and neighbor but is concerned that con - rigorous process, utilities are exempt. turned into a city-owned, off-street struction of the facility and ripping up Alarms 76 Panhandling EBMUD volunteered to work with the parking area. 1,200 feet of Mt. Diablo Boulevard to 911 Calls 14 Safeway (2) city to develop a mutually acceptable The functional building has to install a new pipeline might deter cus - Animal Cruelty Petty Theft plan for the structure and landscaping. a l l o w for emergency access into the tomers from his family-owned store, Bank of America Bank of the West While technically not required, structure, parking, and ongoing low- Blodgett’s Abbey Carpet & Flooring. CVS El Charro EBMUD staff presented their plans for maintenance planting, along with a The utility will be soliciting bids 3500 block Mt Diablo Bl 1400 block Rancho View Dr a new pumping plant located at the east fence around the perimeter. Commis - o n t he project by the end of the year, Battery 10 block Toledo Ct end of town near the intersection of sioners offered compliments on the with the board of directors approving 3000 block Rohrer Dr 1400 block Rancho View Dr Mt. Diablo Boulevard and Diablo “clever and cool” grasses and low construction in early 2015. The con - Burglary, Auto 3800 block Los Arabis Dr Court. Commissioners appreciated the ground cover, but they weren’t fans of struction process is estimated to take Safeway 3100 block Stanley Bl (2) opportunity to take a look and made the large driveway, calling it a “sea of a year and a half. 900 block Moraga Rd 900 block Bell St 900 block Dewing Av 1100 block Robles Ct 900 block Mt View Dr 3500 block Mt Diablo Bl 1000 block 2nd St Grand Theft 1000 block Carol Ln 1800 block Reliez Valley Rd

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n elderly woman from Pleasant trian had crossed in front of him. The Hill was struck and died June pedestrian likely believed that the A17 at El Nido Road and Upper Happy driver saw her because he was Valley Road in the middle of the af - stopped for the time that he was, not ternoon by a dump truck driver who realizing that he was looking at an - 2055 Ascot Drive #206, Moraga 4 bedroom, 2.25 bath, 2142± sq. ft. Cul-de-sac. didn’t see her. The driver was shaken other driver.” Oered at $329,000! Call for Price & Details and upset when taken in for question - To prevent this type of collision, ing by police; he fully cooperated and t h e chief suggests it’s best to make had no signs of drug or alcohol im - sure that you have the attention of the pairment, or use of a cell phone at the driver, “your eyes connecting with time of the accident. The deceased their eyes,” before entering the cross - was well known in the area, with walk. He adds when crossing directly grown children and grandchildren liv - in front of large commercial vehicles, ing in Lamorinda. it may be better not to enter the cross - “This accident was likely the re - walk until the commercial vehicle has s u l t of the driver not seeing the pedes - cleared the intersection. trian,” said Lafayette Police Chief This is Lafayette’s first and hope - Eric Christensen. “At the time the f u l l y only fatal collision this year. truck stopped, there was another ve - There were vehicle versus pedestrian hicle at the intersection. The truck accidents in 2012 and 2013, but no fa - came to a stop at the stop sign and the talities. The police department offers driver of the dump truck looked at the the service of chaplains for witnesses other driver. The truck driver then of the incident; they will be recog - likely shifted his vision to going nized for their efforts on this case and straight, not realizing that the pedes - others at a date not yet determined. Roll Around the Res

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Town Council 253 Manzanita Drive, Orinda 4 bedroom / 3 bath with 2691 sq. ft. Wednesday, July 9, 7 p.m. Classic Orinda Rancher in private and peaceful setting Gary Bernie Ken Ryerson Joaquin Moraga Intermediate School, Recently remodeled and close to BART CalBRE#00686144 CalBRE#01418309 1010 Camino Pablo Local Knowledge of Lamorinda & Extraordinary Results pacificunion.com | A Member of Real Living Planning Commission Monday, July 7, 7 p.m. Moraga Library, 1500 St. Mary’s Rd. Town to Conduct Focus Groups on Recreation Facilities Design Review By Sophie Braccini ay Ingram, Moraga’s parks and to reach out to groups such as the asking each member to reminisce as we create a vision of what we want Monday, July 14 , 7 p.m. recreation director, is working to Moraga Juniors and the Moraga about some of his or her best childhood to offer our community.” Moraga Library, 1500 St. Mary’s Rd . Jdevelop a vision for sports and recre - Movers so that all demographics can memories involving recreation. They Ingram also reported that he is Check online for agendas, meeting ation facilities in town; a vision built be represented, and he also wants to had plenty to share. Memories of trips w o r king with the Moraga School Dis - notes and announcements on community consensus. His strat - hear from residents who are interested to the hockey rink in Massachusetts trict, Campolindo High School and Town of Moraga: egy is multi-pronged. While the Joint in participating; email jingram@mor - were conjured up; long summer days Saint Mary's College to cross-refer - www.moraga.ca.us Ad Hoc Facilities subcommittee tack - aga.ca.us. spent in open recreation centers where ence the availability of sports fields Phone: (925) 888-7022 les the practical aspects of visioning The subcommittee met June 23 to informal activities happened; the local and facilities; he was asked to con - Chamber of Commerce: – listing needs, existing facilities and c o n tinue its conversation about sports YMCA; bike rides and open space. tinue working with these same organ - www.moragachamber.org potential sites – Ingram wants to or - and recreation infrastructure. The “What strikes me is that all our prior izations to sign joint-use agreements Moraga Citizens’ Network: ganize diverse focus groups to imag - group that includes council members meetings have been about organized, for the recreation facilities. www.moragacitizensnetwork.org ine the future. and representatives from the school structured activities,” said subcommit - The next meeting of the Joint Ad The focus groups will meet in districts and local sports groups is set tee member Shari Simon, “but our best H o c Facilities subcommittee is sched - S e p tember, led by Ingram and Maura to give the town council and the school childhood memories are about free uled for 6 p.m. on July 23 in the Mo - Wolf of the Leadership Program at board a report in the fall of 2014. form recreational activities. That’s saic Room at the Hacienda de las Saint Mary's College. Ingram plans The meeting began with Ingram something we should pay attention to Flores, 2100 Donald Drive.

Moraga Police Final Closure for School District's Painful Past Department By Sophie Braccini he lessons will not be forgotten as After the facts came out, Witters arate suits were filed against the dis - settled with Cunnane last year. A brief flash, 6/24/14 An unknown the Moraga School District puts a c o m mitted suicide in 1996. An alleged trict by Cunnane and the two unnamed “We want to again apologize to suspect allegedly burped upon enter - Tsad, shameful episode of its past to rest school district cover-up surfaced when victims who claimed that responsible t h e s e women and to their families for ing a business on Rheem Boulevard. with the settlement that was reached mid- another former student, Kristin Cun - parties at the time had been repeatedly the pain that was inflicted on them by Staff person gave him a dirty look, June between the district and two women nane, revealed her abuse at the hands inactive regarding assertions of sexual former staff of the district,” said Su - then the subject pulled down the who were sexually abused by middle of a different teacher who was subse - misconduct by Witters, which led to perintendent Bruce Burns. back of his shorts and shook his al - school teacher Dan Witters in the 1990s. quently convicted and sent to jail. Sep - prolonged sexual abuse. The district ... continued on page A11 legedly exposed buttocks at the staff person. The subject denied every - thing. Moraga Sports Honored

Somebody’s watching, 6/17/14 Cops By Sophie Braccini received a report of a possible shoplift at Safeway. Two subjects were observed entering the store sep - arately, but leaving together – possi - bly with concealed merchandise. Store management is reviewing closed caption camera footage to see if they snitched anything.

Shattered slider, 6/14/14 A sliding glass door at an unoccupied home on Calle La Montana was shattered with a wooden patio table sometime dur - ing a four-day period. Cops con - firmed that the house had a functioning security alarm system, but it wasn’t activated. It looked like The Town Council and the Campolindo boys’ varsity volleyball team. Vice mayor Roger Wykle and Lucy Dendinger, nothing had been taken. The son-in- OMPA meet director. Photos Andy Scheck law of the elderly homeowner, who now lives in Virginia, was contacted he Moraga Town Council issued two procla - nationally by MaxPreps. weekly dual meets and culminates in August with by phone and will be visiting in July. Tmations June 25 for two very different sports The council also recognized the Orinda Moraga the OMPA Championship meet, one of the largest Thoughtful next door neighbor groups. First it honored the Campolindo boys’ var - P o o ls Association, a 58-year-old institution in recreational swim meets in the country, with over helped coordinate the repair of the sity volleyball team, which recently won its fourth which more than 3,000 young swimmers, age 3 to 2,000 swimmers expected to participate. Echoing door and secure the home. consecutive North Coast Section Championship 18, participate each year. OMPA is comprised of OMPA’s theme this year, the council proclaimed and second NorCal Regional Championship. The nine recreational swimming teams located in Mor - Aug. 8, 9 and 10 to be “SwimTown USA” days in D.U.I. 6/19/14 A disabled car was team was ranked No. 1 in the East Bay and No. 8 aga and Orinda. Its summer swim season features Moraga. stopped in the bike lane on Moraga Road at St. Mary’s Road. It was after midnight when police found the teenagers hanging out near Camino paused car, the driver smelled of al - Ricardo at Ashbrook Place. The 17- cohol. When the young man was un - year-old driver told the cop there was able to complete any of the field a pot pipe, cigarette rolling papers sobriety tests, he was placed under and a bit of pot in his ukulele case. arrest for D.U.I. He was taken to the The driver was issued multiple cita - Moraga Police Department where he tions and released to his parents. agreed to take a breathalyzer test, but the fellow was unable to successfully In addition, the following crimes complete that. The 20-year-old was were reported in Moraga June 17-24: then taken to the Martinez Detention False Alarm: Facility where he agreed to a blood Birchwood Dr test. Woodford Dr Canyon Rd Car stolen, later found, 6/18/14 A Walford Dr Camino Peral resident reported that Paseo Grande her car was stolen, perhaps because Sullivan Dr she left the car keys in the door lock. Suspicious Circumstances: Prior to the vehicle being entered in Woodford Dr the missing car database, it was Bogus Debit Card: found and towed. She must pay to Moraga Rd get her car back. Making Annoying Phone Calls: Cypress Point Wy Bike stolen, 5/25/14 A custom made Civil Dispute: bicycle was left outside of a Saint Courter Lane Mary’s College dormitory for ap - Ascot Ct proximately one week, when the Found Property: owner discovered the bike was miss - Center St ing. No serial number on the bike Speeding: and nothing seen or heard, therefore Rheem Blvd no suspects or leads. Alcohol Poisoning: Louise Ct Teens hanging out with contraband, D.U.I: 6/22/14 It was just after 9 p.m. when St. Andrews Dr cops responded to a complaint of Wednesday, July 2, 2014 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A5 Exceeding Client Expectations SUPPORT THE JULY 4TH Lovely 4 Bed/3.5 Bath home ready to move in and enjoy the best of Burton Valley. Great lot, lIos cProudation to Announce a New Partnership FIREWORKS SHOW! and yard. $1,250,000 BUY5A5ROCKET Susan Sch licher Office (925)253-46 00 MORAGA PARKS & RECREATION Cell (510)220-2034 925-888-7045 • www.moraga.ca.us Client Centered Service CalBRE# 01395579 ©2014 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Office Is Owned And Operated by NRT LLC. CalBRE License # 01908304

Fourth Anniversary of New Rheem Theatre By Sophie Braccini

erek Zemrak and Leonard Pirkle greeted a group of about 30 supporters who came D to celebrate the fourth anniversary of the New Rheem Theatre in Moraga last week. Zemrak re -

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aga and Orinda as a six-plex, and we feel an enormous gratitude toward the community.” Zemrak and Pirkle have their own fulltime ca - reers outside of running the theaters; for them, Two real estate professionals dedicated to providing an the Lamorinda theaters are a labor of love. outstanding level of service to meet all of your real estate needs. Councilmember Dave Trotter presented the We look forward to working with you in 2014! t h e a ter owners with a certificate of recognition from Assemblymember Joan Buchanan that ChrisChristinetine Cu Curranrran & LaurenLaure Woolseyn Woo lsey read, “As part of the cultural landscape of Mor - 925.285.5336925.8 [email protected] aga for over 50 years, Rheem Theater will con - www 925.899.9837.atHomein [email protected] tinue to be a well-loved and supported institution www.atHomeinLamorinda.com in the county.” Lic.# 01896147/01940797 The event included the dedication of the new Is Proud to Announce a New Partnership License#: 01896147 & 01940797 A D A lift and Moraga’s Citizen of the Year, Cliff Cliff Dochterman gets a lift. Photo Sophie Braccini Dochterman, took a ceremonial first ride.

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CalBRE License # 01908304 Tuesday, July 8, 7 p.m. Auditorium, Orinda Library, 26 Orinda Way The Balancing Act of Orinda Budgeting By Laurie Snyder Citizens' Infrastructure he General Fund is bal - housing element, home design re - vey conducted by the Parks and dedication fees were adjusted as re - Oversight Commission anced, and it maintains ex - views and other matters have drained Recreation Department,” explained quired by our municipal code, and the “istinT g service levels. All of the other city coffers of nearly $130,000 in Mahoney. “With this 10 percent in - transportation impact fees were ad - Wednesday, July 9, 6:30 p.m. funds are projected to have a positive General Fund monies. crease, the fees will be considered in justed, which is consistent with the di - Sarge Littlehale Community Room, fund balance at June 30, 2015.” That On the plus side, though, the rev - the mid-range among area cities.” rection received from the Lamorinda 22 Orinda Way good news was delivered by Orinda e n u e picture is now rosier. An increas - Parks and recreation director Michelle Fee and Financing Authority,” said Check online for agendas, meeting finance director Susan Mahoney to ingly busy Planning Department has Lacy noted that the increase was ap - Mahoney. “In total, we anticipate the notes and announcements the Orinda City Council at its meeting generated an unexpected $230,000, proved by the Parks and Recreation new fees will generate about $40,000 City of Orinda: June 17. and newly opened sports fields have Commission, and said that adjust - in additional revenues.” www.cityoforinda.org Collectively, it was the eighth in also helped bring in the bucks. Plus, ments were being made largely to As she has done in past presen - Phone (925) 253-4200 a s e ries of recent opportunities for the Orinda will likely garner $376,000 in help cover increasing costs for water t a t i o ns, Mahoney sounded a note of Chamber of Commerce: public to watch their elected officials property taxes thanks to an effervesc - and electricity. Although the new fee caution. As it stands now, the budget and volunteer Finance Advisory ing real estate market. structure will take effect July 1, she is projected to be in the black by a www.orindachamber.org Committee members in action as they Earlier in the evening, when added, sports teams with existing con - razor thin margin of just $158,000. The Orinda Association: assessed the city’s fiscal health as part m u l ling over whether or not to imple - tracts with the city will not see in - So it is possible that, without contin - www.orindaassociation.org of Orinda’s annual budget review. ment new fees while increasing oth - creases until those contracts expire. ued vigilance, Orinda could tip over Now in the second year of a two- ers, council members considered the In addition, planning and en - into a deficit at some point down the y e a r budget cycle, city officials were impacts of rate hikes on everything g i n eering fees will also climb by road. After reiterating their intent to required to tweak budget projections from sports field rentals to traffic col - 2.8 percent – the same rate as the be prudent in their fiscal oversight, approved in June 2013 in order to ac - lision reports. As a result of their de - consumer price index for the San council members gave staff a 5-0 count for overages in legal and per - liberations, indoor, outdoor and sports Francisco-Oakland-Bay Area – thumbs up for the revised budget. sonnel costs. Threatened and settled facility-related fees will jump by 10 an adjustment which is consistent General fund operating expenses for litigation by parties unhappy with the percent. The double digit hike is with increases instituted by the 2014-15 are now projected to be Orinda Police city’s handling of the state-mandated “based on an annual facility fee sur - city in prior years. Also, “Park $11.3 million. Department Incident summary report, June 8-21 Heated Housing Element Workshop Sparks Fear – But Also Determination Alarms 85 By Laurie Snyder Animal Cruelty Orinda Theatre proceedings, the protesters even 6:05 p.m. Welcome and 911 Calls 11 shouted down other audience mem - Introductions Burglary, Residential bers who were calling for quiet so 6:10 p.m. Presentation: 10 block Altarinda Cr that the presentation could continue. • Housing Element update 20 block Charles Hill Rd “I’m intimidated by the overview 20 block Bates Bl y e l l ing,” said one resident who was • Regional Housing Needs 20 block Muth Dr willing to be quoted, but asked that Allocation Disturbance her name not be used because she • Summary of City 10 block Via Farallon now fears for her physical safety. “I demographics/housing needs 100 block Moraga just came to find out what was • Environmental Impact Report Ivy Dr/Coral Dr going on.” overview 400 block Camino Sobrante “I really wanted to know the • Description of workshop H&S violation t r u t h,” said another who attended at activities 100 block Crest View Dr the urging of a fellow dog walker 6:45-7 p.m. Workshop Activity Juvenile Disturbance because she’d been told government Stations: Glorietta Elementary Loud Party leaders were engaging in “political • Station 1: Sign-in/Housing Via Corte/Camino Pablo More than two dozen Orindans calmly milled around several information shenanigans.” Disappointed be - Element Overview Missing Adult sharing stations following the city's housing element workshop June 26. cause she couldn’t hear the presen - • Station 2: Housing Programs reported at Orinda PD Photo Ohlen Alexander ter and “appalled by the lack of and Services Mentally Ill “Forgiveness and reconciliation are process mandated by state law, decorum,” she hopes future work - • Housing Types 10 block La Campana Rd not just ethereal, spiritual, other- Gastelum had just advised attendees shops will be scheduled by the city. • Environmental Review Petty Theft worldly activities. They have to do that she had amassed 14 years of ex - “This is an embarrassment for • Potential Housing Sites Miramonte HS with the real world. They are re - perience working on 70 other hous - t h e community,” said a third, ex - • Housing Element Ideas and BevMo alpolitik, because in a very real ing elements. pressing frustration that a small Suggestions CVS sense, without forgiveness, there is But before she could explain the number of residents had prevented In his book, titled "In Defense of Promiscuous shoot no future.” – Desmond Tutu w o r kshop's format to those in the the larger group from receiving in - C i v ility," Middlebury College pro - 40 block Estates Dr formation they felt they needed to fessor James Calvin Davis writes, 200 block Tappan Ln hocking. Rude. Embarrassing. nearly full auditorium, she was in - Frightening. Just some of the terrupted by a handful of angry in - hear. Another younger resident con - “I like to define civility as the exer - Public Nuisance S curred. Many in the auditorium cise of patience, integrity, humility Hwy 24/Camino Pablo adjectives uttered by Orindans fol - dividuals who took turns standing were “new faces” – residents attend - and mutual respect in civil conver - Reckless Driving lowing the early end to the city’s and shouting. Some were members Camino Pablo/Bear Cr Rd 2015-2023 Housing Element Com - of Orinda Watch, a group which ing only their first or second council sation, even (or especially) with Camino Pablo/Miner Rd munity Workshop June 26. came out against the recent Measure meetings who said they knew little those with whom we disagree.” Al - Safeway The program began quietly with J road improvement bond and, in about the housing element. Most though civil discourse, aimed at en - Camino Pablo/Camino Sobrante J e n nifer Gastelum outlining the 2013, accused city officials of work - said they planned to attend future hancing understanding, was Camino Pablo/Hwy 24 meeting’s purpose. A representative ing outside the full view of the pub - city-sponsored events. derailed June 26, enough residents Camino Pablo/San Pablo Dam Rd from Pacific Municipal Consultants lic to update Orinda's General Plan Had the program been allowed expressed a desire to hear directly Camino Pablo/Monte Vista Rd (PMC) – the firm approved by the in order to bring high-density, low t o p rogress as planned, the agenda from the consultant that city staff Moraga Wy/Glorietta Bl Orinda City Council to help guide income housing to Orinda. Seem - would have unfolded as follows: will try again at another workshop 200 block Overhill Rd Orinda through the fifth cycle of a ingly determined to obstruct the scheduled for July 9. 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Eof those seats I’d ___ (fill in the blank)?” Has a If you are running for a special district or a Lafayette City Council friend suggested that you should be on the school s c h o ol district, the County Elections Office is your Two seats; the incumbents are Brandt Andersson and Don Tatzin. board? Your window of opportunity is about to filing office. Candidates for the Moraga-Orinda Lafayette School District Governing Board open. Fire District board or one of the four school boards Three seats; the incumbents are Teresa Gerringer, David Gerson and Art Kapoor. Lamorinda’s heroic elected officials work should file at 555 Escobar Street, Martinez. For in - m a n y hours each month and receive no pay. Some formation, call (925) 335-7874 or go to www.co - Orinda City Council serve to give back to their communities, others covote.us. Three seats; the incumbents are Dean Orr, Sue Severson and Amy Worth. want to make a difference – it can be a very re - If you are seeking public office in a city or Orinda Union School District Governing Board warding experience. But these jobs also require t o w n, the city clerk is your filing office and ap - Three seats; the incumbents are Julie Rossiter, Christopher Severson and Tyson something of a thick skin because, to twist a pointments are recommended. Krumholtz. phrase, you will never please all of the people even Lafayette: City Clerk Joanne Robbins, 3675 Mt. Moraga Town Council some of the time. Diablo Blvd., (925) 299-3210, jrobbins@love - Two seats; the incumbents are Ken Chew and Dave Trotter. The general rules for candidates are that you lafayette.org. Moraga School District Governing Board m u s t be 18 years old by the next election, a citizen Moraga: Town Clerk Marty McInturf, 329 of the U.S., a registered voter in the district or city Four seats (one seat has a two-year term); the incumbents are Kathy Ranstrom, Kym Rheem Blvd., (925) 888-7022, mmcinturf@mor - Leserman, Charles McNulty and Parker Colvin. you wish to run for, and you must have not been aga.ca.us. Moraga-Orinda Fire District Board of Directors convicted of designated crimes as specified in the Orinda: City Clerk Michele Olsen, 22 Orinda Three seats; the incumbents are Steve Anderson (Division 3, parts of Moraga and state constitution and laws. Way, (925) 253-4221, [email protected]. Orinda), Kathleen Famulener (Divison 1, Moraga) and John Wyro (Division 4, Orinda). The candidate filing period opens July 14 and The term of service is four years except c l o s es Aug. 8. If one, or more, incumbent does not w h ere noted. The following seats will be up Collected and compiled by Lamorinda Weekly staff writers. file nomination papers, the filing period is ex - for election Nov. 4: Subtle Differences in Designating Price Increase for BART Historic Landmarks Parking By Sophie Braccini The early bird catches the coveted ccording to the National Reg - owner needs to consent; we can't des - also the president of the Lafayette istry of Historic Places, “the ignate (a historic landmark) if a prop - Historical Society. asphalt spot Ahistorical and cultural foundations of erty owner doesn't want to,” said The historical society is a big part By Cathy Tyson the Nation should be preserved … in planning director Emmanuel Ursu. o f t he process in Lafayette and the order to give a sense of orientation to The ordinance that the Moraga Planning Department asks that prop - the American people.” To encourage P l a nning Commission recom - erty owners wanting to remodel prop - property owners to preserve a prop - mended for approval to the Moraga erties of historical interest consult erty as a historic landmark the gov - Town Council in June also requires with the historical society – one ex - ernment offers tax credits. To benefit the property owner’s consent, both at ample is the work currently taking from tax relief, landmarks must go the time a property is nominated as a place along Plaza Way. “The owners through a review process. historic landmark and prior to the of the former Pioneer Store on Plaza Lafayette and Orinda have ordi - council’s designation of a landmark. Way are restoring that strip of build - n a n ces that regulate this process and A final decision on the ordinance is ings, and are working with us, looking Moraga is about to approve its own expected at the end of the summer. at old pictures of the site to preserve version. But each jurisdiction has A historic landmark designation the historical character of the land - specific rules and, although the find - h a s advantages and constraints. In mark as they rebuild it,” explained ings may be similar, what makes a addition to the federal tax breaks McCosker. difference is the role property owners given for maintenance and restora - In Lafayette, if the nomination of play in the process. tion, property owners can sign a a p r operty to become a historic land - “Our ordinance allows both the Mills Act Agreement with the city. mark is made by the property owner p r o p erty owner and the historical so - Orinda is the only Lamorinda juris - the historical society has a period of ciety to submit nominations for land - diction that participates in the Mills six months to investigate and make a mark designation and does not Act program. “The (Mills Act) con - recommendation. The Lafayette City specifically grant the property owner tract would reduce the assessed value Council then conducts a public hear - any veto powers over the nomina - of the property for tax purposes,” ex - ing and provides an opportunity for Cole Martin after a long day at the office, happy that he was able to snag a tion,” said Niroop Srivatsa, plained Ursu. “It is an incentive to all interested parties to express their spot at Orinda BART. Photo C. Tyson Lafayette’s planning director. “When maintain, restore and rehabilitate a opinions for and against the proposed the City Council reviews the applica - property.” But, he does not know of landmark designation. The final de - here’s only so much supply efforts to make it easier for cus - tion, it does not say in the code that an existing Mills Act agreement in cision is made by the council, which and lots of demand for park - tomers to get to BART.” He clari - the owner can oppose the process, but Orinda. considers a series of criteria that in - iTng spots at Lamorinda’s two fies that while that includes park the council listens to all parties and The flipside of being a historic clude its historic significance, embod - BART stations. Not only do locals and ride services, there is nothing takes everyone’s concern into consid - l a n d mark is that the character of the iment of distinguishing characteristics have to duke it out with folks from specific planned at this time for the eration, including, of course, that of property must be preserved. “When of an architectural type of specimen, Moraga, but a surprising number two Lamorinda stations. the property owner.” Town Hall Theatre was flooded a few and character as part of the develop - of other commuters from Walnut “Because one driver/no pas - The code also encourages the years ago, we could restore the inte - ment of the city, among other criteria. Creek to Pittsburg. s e n gers vehicles are a key source L a f ayette Historical Society to iden - rior as needed, but we could not In Orinda the Historic Landmark Hard to imagine, but before of greenhouse gas emissions, most tify those landmarks that would ben - change the exterior, including the C o m mittee meets once a month to es - 2 0 0 5 parking at BART was free, of our efforts will be focused on efit from being acquired by the city to color of the outside paint,” says Mary tablish a list of proposed historic land - then it went up to $1 per day and improving bus connectivity, ex - ensure their preservation, according McCosker, who sits on the board of marks for recommendation to the has been going up ever since. In panding drop off/pick up areas and to Srivatsa. the Lafayette Improvement Associa - Planning Commission. Lafayette there is additional, if improving pedestrian and bicycle But in Orinda, “The property tion, which owns the theater, and is ... continued on page A11 limited, metered street parking. In access,” said Allison. One such Orinda there are virtually no street improvement is shuttle infrastruc - spaces, aside from the overflow ture upgrading; $250,000 has been lot, a bit of a walk up hill to Santa earmarked for designated Do you want the best in home care for your family? Maria Way. Both cities strongly pickup/drop off locations, signage Call Home Care Assistance. discourage BART patrons from and shelters to be spent throughout parking in residential neighbor - the BART system, along with hoods. funds to expand bike storage for In mid-July parking fees are in - up to 20 additional locker spaces c r e asing at Lamorinda’s two in Lafayette and improved pedes - BART stations by 50 cents per day, trian links at Orinda. bringing both Orinda and One entrepreneurial home - Lafayette stations to $2.50 per day o w ner who lives very close to the for a parking space, for those who Lafayette BART station recently “Named national winner of the ‘Best of Home arrive early enough to snag one – advertised a spot in her spacious generally by 7:30 a.m. While this driveway for $99 per month on Care Award’ by Home Care Pulse.” is cheaper than a Bay Bridge toll Craigslist. For those locals look - It starts with our caregivers. We carefully screen nearly 25 applicants for each caregiver we which runs from $4 to $6 depend - ing to opt-out of parking, there’s hire. Only the best are good enough for Home Care Assistance! ing on the time of day, and clearly always the County Connection, way cheaper than paying for park - which services both Lamorinda We follow this with extensive training. Finally we invite geriatric experts to meet with our caregivers so that they are up-to-date with the newest ideas about senior care. ing in San Francisco, it’s not in - BART stations. consequential. When you add in Recent college graduate and Hourly and Live-In Care. Our caregiving services focus on two basic types of care: hourly the fare, workers lucky enough to L a f ayette resident Cole Martin and live-in. The service you choose is determined by your particular needs. labor Monday through Friday will commutes every morning to his job Hourly caregiving works well for many families. In this situation we provide trained spend about $60 per week just to at law firm Gordon & Rees on Bat - caregivers on an hourly basis. Here the caregiver focuses all her attention exclusively on BART to the office. tery Street, so he gets off at the Em - the senior. BART officials state that park - barcadero station. To be at the Live-in care differs from hourly care in that we provide personal aides on a daily basis. i n g lot usage is evaluated every six office at 8:15 a.m. he usually ar - Live-in caregivers are often the best choice for those seniors who need the companionship months and if the station is full, rives at BART by 7:30 a.m. He’s of another person, but who do not have intense “all the time” personal needs. then the price for a spot goes up by not too worried about the rate in - At Home Care Assistance we mean it when we talk about providing the best in senior care– 50 cents. Revenue generated from crease and says it won’t stop him whether it is on an hourly basis or a live-in basis. new fees will be placed into a spe - from driving to the station. Regular cial account to be used only for commuter Jeremy Hauser of Mor - programs for improved station ac - aga doesn’t start work as an associ - Meet Jill. Jill Cabeceiras is the client care manager for the East Bay. She cess. A number of patrons would ate at TBWB Strategies in San has been working with older adults for more than ten years and is an expert have preferred that revenue be Francisco until 10 a.m., so the lot is on managing care within the home. Let Jill help you and your family! spent to acquire additional park - always full for him; he gets a lift ing. from a family friend or takes a taxi. Call Jill today to schedule your free assessment! “There are no immediate plans The good news – weekend t o a dd parking spaces at the two p a r king is still free at both stations. 925-820-8390 • HomeCareAssistance.com stations, said BART spokesperson For those looking to purchase a 190-G Alamo Plaza, Alamo, CA 94507 James Allison. “In terms of ‘im - monthly permit it will cost $84, We've moved to Alamo! proved station access,’ that is a but that doesn’t guarantee a space general description of our renewed will be available. Wednesday, July 2, 2014 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A9

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 3(1',1* MOFD's Darrell Lee and his wife Nancy, with daughters Kelsey and Priscilla,  after his retirement presentation June 18. Photo N. Marnell %HHFKZRRG'U /DID\HWWH e arrived on the scene in 1984 vided logistical and communication  in his Angels Flight pants and support at Ground Zero. Lee later be - %5_%$_6) Hflip flops, according to Gil Cara - came a founding member of the De -  vantes, captain with the Contra Costa partment of Homeland Security. &ODVVLF7UDLOV QHLJKERUKRRGFRWWDJH County Fire Protection District. And Directors and staff and the rank  on June 27, division chief Darrell Lee a n d file recognized Lee’s helpful,  punched out of Moraga-Orinda Fire easy going manner. “Darrell Lee has District station 45 for the final time in as much institutional knowledge and his firefighting career. Some of the enthusiasm for the fire service as any - people whose lives Lee impacted one the district has ever had working 925|708-1396 Tony Conte over those 30 years shared their feel - here,” said Mark DeWeese, MOFD 925|324-6246 Mary Beth MacLennan [email protected] ings about the retired division chief. labor representative. California Realty “He's been my friend since Fire district volunteers shared that [email protected] CalBRE License #: 1 9 9 5,” said John Wyro, MOFD board s e n timent as well. “This community 00959101|01480008 president. “Whenever you needed has been very fortunate to have Dar - help, Darrell was there.” Wyro re - rell as a member of our fire district all flected on the many programs Lee these years,” said Gordon Nathan, implemented that improved pre-hos - past MOFD director and president of pital patient care, notably the 12-lede the Rescue One Foundation. “Darrell electrocardiogram procedure which has been the district’s liaison to Res - he instituted in the district in 1997. cue One Foundation and he has “Lee is a model who will be held as worked with the board to educate it an example as long as this district is on the latest in EMS equipment and around,” said Wyro. technology.” As he rose through the ranks of “Lee has always been a big asset t h e fire service, Lee served in numer - t o t h e county,” said retiring ConFire ous capacities throughout the Contra assistant chief Alan Hartford, ac - Costa County emergency medical knowledging that Lee’s reputation services system, including the Med - “dropped” all district boundaries. ical Advisory Committee and the Caravantes described a near Holly - Emergency Medical Care Commit - wood ending to his professional re - tee, which he chairs. “He has served lationship with Lee. “I got to serve the county with distinction, and has with him on probably the last fire of made many contributions to our EMS his career,” said the ConFire captain, community. For that he deserves our who was called to help suppress the deep appreciation and respect,” said Tarry Lane structure fire in Orinda Pat Frost, EMS director of Contra on June 23. Costa Health Services. “I admire him “Darrell is a pretty amazing guy,” as an individual and will miss his s a i d Andersen. “He will be missed.” leadership,” added Dr. William Lee was scheduled to transfer the Walker, CCHS director and health of - c o m mand of his shift to new battalion ficer. chief Felipe Barreto at a ceremony “Many lives have been saved be - outside station 45 in Orinda July 1. c a u se of the work of Chief Lee,” said “The next generation is coming, the Supervisor Candace Andersen. And old generation is leaving, but the old not only because of his fire and med - guard isn't dead yet,” said Lee. “I’ll ical responses; Lee also served on the still stand in the background and sup - board of the East Bay Regional Com - port the district.” munication System. “I was surprised by how much he knows about mod - Moraga-Orinda ern communications systems and Fire District hardware,” said MOFD fire chief Board of Directors Stephen Healy. “His skills took years Meetings to acquire and will be irreplaceable in Next meetings: many ways.” In September 2001 the federal Next meetings: g o v ernment knew plenty about Lee’s Wednesday, July 2 and July 16 communication skills. After the 9/11 check website for updates terrorist attacks, he was assigned as (Go to www.mofd.org as the meeting the communications officer of the date approaches for location and Mission Support Team, and he pro - more information) ConFire Assistant Chief Departs Late in the evening of June 27, assistant chief of operations Alan Hartford stunned colleagues at the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District by announcing his retirement effective July 1. Hartford was promoted in October to replace John Ross, who re - tired in April, 2013. Hartford ends a 34-year career in public service, where he started as an emergency medical technician for a private ambu - lance company in central Contra Costa County. He joined the Riverview Fire District in 1986 as a firefighter. The Riverview Fire District dissolved in 1994 and became a part of ConFire, where Hartford rose to battalion chief in 2004 until his latest promotion in October. “It has been a tremendous career,” said Hartford in an internal email. “I am honored and humbled having worked for this organ - ization and all of you; particularly this recent period as your op - erations chief.” Page: A10 LAMORINDA WEEKLY www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 Wednesday, July 2, 2014 Today: Whole Foods’ 5 Percent Day Supports a Local Business By Sophie Braccini “It is hard to develop a small business and “I was invited along with winners from the other everything can help. And maybe down the road stores to an information day, meeting Whole they can become one of our suppliers.” Foods buyers and understanding their process It was the first time Whole Foods opened its to be accredited in order to sell to the stores. It g r a n t program to local food producers – usually can be an eight to 12 month process." the proceeds from the “5 percent days” go to Currently Lucas-Alcalay sells her herbs, non-profits. The East Bay region received 73 t e a s , culinary salts, infused olive oils, bath salts entries and the leadership team at each store se - and salves at farmers’ markets and the Renegade lected three vendors as finalists. “We had crite - Craft Fair. “Selling directly makes sense to me ria such as size (no more than around $100,000 right now,” she said, “but down the road as vol - per year in gross sales),” said Shafer, “and we ume grows it might make sense to sell whole - looked for local vendors whose products al - sale.” ready met our quality standards.” Her immediate goal is to acquire a Monti - Cake opened in 2012 at 35 Lafayette Circle. c e l l o greenhouse. “The most interesting herbs Q u i nn bakes all-organic cupcakes, macaroons you grow from seeds,” she said. “It is cost ef - and beautiful custom cakes. She wanted to win fective and will allow me to grow.” Her green - the grant in order to get her organic and non- house of choice is solar powered and has an GMO certification, a process that can be costly efficient watering system. “Growing seeds is for a small business. Chop Chop Go offers a like baking,” she said. “You need to constantly complete meal-planning and shopping service. keep an eye on your temperature and humidity From left: Hollie Lucas-Alcalay, Chop Chop Go representative Chris Casado, and Andrea Quinn Kwon would have used the grant to expand her levels. Having this greenhouse in my garden Photo Lily Dong services to more locations and integrate with will allow me to grow my seeds and also take hree local small businesses recently com - who owns Cake in Lafayette, and Un Kwon, third-party content providers on her online plat - care of my two kids, not to mention run a busi - peted for a Local Food Makers grant owner of Orinda’s Chop Chop Go. Neither Hol - form. ness.” Hollie's Homegrown is online at Tfrom Whole Foods – the winner was Hollie lie's Homegrown nor Cake products are distrib - The three business owners were given the www.hollieshomegrown.com and Lucas-Alcalay, who may soon be able to pur - uted by Whole Foods; Chop Chop Go gets o p p ortunity to display their products and discuss www.Etsy.com. chase her dream greenhouse. The owner of supplies from the Lafayette food retailer. Whole their businesses in the store for a day. “In order For more information about Cake and Chop Hollie's Homegrown, a home-based herb busi - Foods’ team member Jane Shafer says the con - to win, we had to get the most votes on the C h o p Go, visit their websites: www.cake - ness in Moraga, will receive 5 percent of the test was not about promoting her company. “We Whole Foods' voting site,” said Lucas-Alcalay. lafayette.com and www.chopchopgo.com. revenue generated on July 2 at Whole Foods in want to support local small businesses that are “I asked my friends and clients for their support, Lamorinda Weekly business articles are intended to inform the Lafayette. in line with our mission of supplying sustainable but I was not too hopeful.” When the results community about local business activities, not to endorse a Also in the competition were Andrea Quinn, food and strengthening communities,” she said. were tabulated, Lucas-Alcalay came out on top. particular company, product or service.

If you have a business brief to share, please contact business briefs Sophie Braccini at sophie@ lamorindaweekly.com The Mechanic: New Name and New Angle for a Seasoned Lafayette Car Wash – 3319 Mt. Diablo Blvd., (925) 283-1190, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Business www.lafayettecarwash.com 5 Moraga Way, Orinda 3328 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette Orchard Nursery – 4010 Mt. Diablo Blvd., (925) 284-4474, (925) 253-4600 (925) 283-5212, http://themechaniclafayette.com www.orchardnursery.com Lana Fitzpatrick of Coldwell Banker Roam Artisan Burgers – 23 Lafayette Circle, (925) 385-0798, Residential Brokerage’s Orinda office www.roamburgers.com has earned status in the Coldwell Banker Patxi’s – 3577 Mt. Diablo Blvd., (925) 299-0700, International President’s Elite, a presti - www.patxispizza.com gious honor bestowed upon the top Millie’s Kitchen – 1018 Oak Hill Road, (925) 283-2397 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Uncle Yu’s – 999 Oak Hill Road. Ste. 3, (925) 283-1688, sales associates worldwide. Since Fitz - www.uncleyus.com patrick joined Coldwell Banker in 2007 Lana Fitzpatrick Chevalier – 960 Moraga Road, (925) 385-0793, she has been a top agent in the Lamor - Photo provided www.chevalierrestaurant.com inda area. She lives in Moraga, where Swad – 3602 Mt. Diablo Blvd, (925) 962-9575, she is actively involved in her children’s schools and athletic pro - www.theswadindia.com grams. This year she is the premier sponsor of the Moraga Base - El Charro – 3339 Mt. Diablo Blvd., (925) 283-2345, ball Association, Moraga Ranch Swim Club and the OMPA. www.elcharro1947.com The Cooperage American Grille – 32 Lafayette Circle, Business Anniversary (925) 298-5915, www.thecooperagelafayette.com Leola the cow in front of The Mechanic in Lafayette. Piccolo Napoli’s First Anniversary Postino – 3565 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Photo provided by the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce 2 Orinda Theatre Square #144, Orinda (925) 299-8700, www.postinorestaurant.com (925) 253-1225, www.piccolo-napoli.com René Aguirre recently changed the name of his auto repair busi - Piccolo Napoli, the Italian restaurant and pizzeria in Theatre ness from Urban Suburban to The Mechanic. “I changed the name Moraga Employee of the Month Square, is celebrating its one year anniversary this summer and because people had misconceptions about my business,” says will be offering special menu items, new pizza combinations, and Aguirre, who opened his Lafayette shop in 1996. “We always a refreshing white wine Sangria to commemorate this milestone. catered to general automotive and foreign cars, but as the market The family-friendly restaurant specializes in Neapolitan thin-crust changed, the make-up of our clients has changed also and we pizza, pastas with a variety of house made sauces, fresh salads, wanted our name to reflect this.” Aguirre says he is expanding his soups and daily specials, including the popular Eggplant Parmesan ability to service hybrid and electric cars. But not all traditions and Creamy Pesto Fettuccine. There are also gluten free pizzas were abandoned when the name changed. Aguirre, a Texan, would and pastas available. Piccolo Napoli now offers delivery in Orinda not get rid of Leola, the beautiful cow that stands in front of the daily from 5 to 8 p.m., with catering available. store. “It was more of a joke at first,” he acknowledges, “but over the years Leola has become a welcoming and familiar sign for our clients.” News from the three Chambers of Commerce Chamber Mega-Mixer July 9 Diablo Magazine’s “Best of the East Bay 2014” Picks in Picnic at the Grove with Cal Shakes, 100 Shakespeare Way in Lamorinda Orinda from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Appetizers provided by local restau - (All are located in Lafayette except where noted) rants, raffle prizes, networking with members of the chambers of From left: Kevin Reneau, Debra Flynn, Debra Shin and Glamorous Boutique – 1048 Brown Ave., (925) 285-6096, commerce of Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda and surrounding areas. Frank May Photo provided www.glamour4me.com Transportation will be available from Wilder. Discounted pre-sale Venture Quality Goods – 3571 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Debra Flynn, customer service manager at Moraga Cleaners and tickets for Cal Shakes production of “The Comedy of Errors” will (925) 385-0259, www.venturegoods.com Laundry, was recently named the Moraga Employee of the Month be available for purchase. J. Colleen Boutique – 261 Lafayette Circle, (925) 258-0300, for June, as announced by the Moraga Chamber of Commerce Lafayette www.jcolleen.com and the Rotary Club of Moraga. Flynn, who has worked at the Ribbon cutting for the new Lafayette business Gem Lust, at 5 p.m. Lafayette Academy – 3400 Mt. Diablo Blvd., (925) 284-1644; store for more than 30 years, runs the front counter and provides on Tuesday, July 15, 3529 Mt. Diablo Blvd. and 1400 Moraga Way, Moraga, (925) 376-0747; service to hundreds of customers. “Debra is just a great em - www.lafayetteacademy.com ployee,” said owner Debra Shin. “It starts with her wonderful at - Moraga Lavande Spa and Boutique – 3589 Mt. Diablo Blvd., titude. She always goes over and beyond the call of duty for our The 3rd annual Moraga Chamber Golf Tournament will be played (925) 299-8877, customers and they all love her because of how friendly and per - on Monday, July 14. This event is the chamber's largest fundrais - www.lavandenailspa.com sonable she is.” Flynn will be presented with her award and gift ing event of the year. Proceeds support the chamber's many com - Nextbarre – 3471 Mt. Diablo Blvd., (925) 284-5400, cards to Safeway and Pennini’s at the Moraga Rotary luncheon munity and business-based programs. The cost is $175 per player www.nextbarre.com on July 15. and includes golf, BBQ lunch, prizes, dinner, refreshments, and Powell’s Sweet Shop –3591 Mt. Diablo Blvd., (925) 299-9866, raffle. For more information or to sign up, visit www.mora - www.powellsss.com gachamber.org. Celebrating an Anniversary? 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Supervisors Nix Sales Tax Hike Poll shows voter support for education, fire and emergency services By Nick Marnell measure to increase the Contra “Passing a tax would be challeng - In an open ended question posed favor of both maintaining emergency quires a two-thirds majority for pas - Costa County sales tax will not i n g , ” said EMC vice president Tom b y the research company, voters medical service and funding emer - sage. Aappear on the November ballot. Patras, who presented the poll results picked education as the most impor - gency medical response. Categories “I'm not happy, but we need to be Based on the results of a poll con - to the Board of Supervisors on June tant problem facing the county. But from which the 806 polled voters r e a l istic about these results,” said Su - ducted by Oakland-based EMC Re - 24. He explained that if the election in a question on the passage of a chose included fire and emergency pervisor John Gioia. “Generally, what search, county voters would be in were held today, there was a 49 per - measure that would use sales tax rev - medical response, more police offi - you see in a poll on tax revenue favor of using proceeds from a sales cent chance for a half-cent sales tax enue for dedicated funding rather than cers, road repair, prosecution of crim - erodes over time. It takes a very ex - tax to augment fire and emergency re - increase to pass and a 54 percent going into the general fund, voters re - inals, increased hours for libraries and pensive campaign to hold your sup - sponse and to reopen fire stations, but chance for voters to pass a quarter- sponded 65 percent in favor of imple - funding for Doctors Medical Center port.” The board unanimously passed were not likely to pass the countywide cent increase. Passage of a general menting a sales tax specifically for San Pablo; education was not listed as a motion to not place the sales tax in - sales tax increase itself. sales tax requires a simple majority. funding fire service, and 63 percent in a selection. A dedicated sales tax re - crease on the November ballot. Wednesday, July 2, 2014 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A11 Trash Fire Consequences Civic News Fire Districts By Cathy Dausman t was only a small pile of charred A back road like the one being in - charges are pressed, she added. trash – a couple of blackened cata - v e s tigated “can lend itself to illegal Robert Priebe, Moraga’s police Ilogs lying along a packed earth Orinda activities such as this,” Leonard said, c h i e f, echoed the sentiment. “All po - roadway near Wilder – but in a hot, adding that this fire was in a particu - lice and fire [personnel] are very, very windy and dry fire season, it could eas - larly dangerous location due to the concerned about fire during this dry ily have gotten out of hand. Lamorinda steep upslope, dry vegetation and season,” he said, adding that his de - Weekly was alerted to the incident by a apartment buildings atop the ridge. partment wants to be notified even if reader who remembers the Oakland “Parents need to be aware that someone spots a person simply carry - hills fire. Moraga-Orinda Fire District f i r e s that are determined to be started ing fireworks, because all fireworks chief Stephen Healy confirmed the site by their child are subject to fines and are illegal in Contra Costa County. “If was under investigation. recovery costs as a result of the inci - anybody sees someone setting off “We are very concerned about this dent. Additionally, criminal charges fireworks in a dry field they should i n c i dent,” said Kathy Leonard, MOFD for both the parent and the child may call 911,” said Priebe. fire marshal. “We are at a more severe result. If parents suspect that their Read a related article in this drought than during the Oakland hills child is involved with juvenile fire i s s u e: Red Flag Fire Patrol – MOFD fire which distorted 3,500 homes, setting, they may contact MOFD,” will deploy communication volun - caused two deaths and resulted in one said Leonard, whose direct line is teers to watch for grass fires on at of the largest loss from fire in the his - (925) 258-4520. But law is the lead least one Lamorinda hill July 4 (page tory of the Bay Area,” she said. agency if a crime is determined and D12).

U-Turn, Then Full Speed Photo provided by Stephen Healy Ahead ... continued from page A1 Those details were outlined by Andersson, co-chair of the C o n Fire assistant chief Lewis Lafayette Emergency Services Task Broschard. According to the deal Force, at its June 17 meeting. “Now points he presented, ConFire will pay that we've reached this milestone, for the construction of the station on where do we go next?” JUST SOLD land that MOFD purchased last year “We should redirect our focus on for $1.2 million. The construction is g e t t ing 46 built,” said co-chair Traci 172 Paso Nogal Rd Pleasant Hill expected to be completed by fiscal Reilly. The group agreed to next meet l year 2016-17 at an estimated cost of $6 in October, allowing time for both Tastefully updated home with Mt. Diablo views! million; ConFire would pay $2.5 mil - districts to work out further details, • 4+BR/3BA - 2900 sqft lion from its capital fund up front and including design review. “That will • Includes 1BR/1BA in-law unit finance $3.5 million over seven years. be the critical point,” said MOFD fire • Main kitchen and baths were remodeled Once the station opens, MOFD chief Stephen Healy. “The selection in 2013. w i l l pay 100 percent of the operating of an architect will be very impor - • Spacious great room with vaulted ceiling costs for five years before ConFire tant.” • Convenient office with built-ins begins to chip in. Broschard pre - One stakeholder offered words of • Two lovely lawn areas are perfect for sented a detailed payment schedule c a u tion. “Local 1230 is in support of entertaining and play which showed that both districts will the concept,” said Vince Wells, union • Close to Contra Costa Country Club and golf! have contributed nearly $16 million president. “But we have not yet sat each for the purchase, construction down and agreed on the staffing and operational costs by 2026-27. model.” Sold for $975,000 From that point forward, the esti - The agreement states that fire sta - mated $2.2 million annual operating t i o n 46, though physically in cost of station 46 will be shared Lafayette – ConFire's territory – will equally by MOFD and ConFire. be staffed by MOFD personnel. “By September, we hope to have “Having MOFD staff a station in a f i n al draft of an agreement to pres - Lafayette is something we have to ent to the supervisors, along with a talk about,” said Wells. He explained detailed financing plan,” said that ConFire would be relinquishing Broschard, who noted that meetings up to nine positions under the pro - with county counsel and with MOFD posed staffing model. had already been scheduled. Broschard remained undaunted. “What happened today pushed “ W e are going to get everybody in a u s t oward a solution for fire service room and make this thing work,” he for western Lafayette,” said Brandt said. Civic News Moraga Final Closure for School District's Painful Past Announcing a ... continued from page A4 home loan with a “They were innocent victims, abused Prevention Council of Contra Costa at a young age by someone in a posi - County. tion of trust. The betrayal of that trust “The curriculum we are using is has caused real and lasting suffering. c a l l ed ‘Speak Up, Be Safe,’” said child It is our hope that this settlement will safety awareness coordinator Carol allow these women to continue to Shenon. “It has been rolled out exten - welcoming heal and will help them and their fam - sively, it is very age appropriate, and ilies move forward.” parents are an important part of it.” Under the terms of the agreement, This year Shenon met with 3,457 t h e district’s insurer will pay each of c h i l dren in 148 classrooms across the the two women $7 million for the suf - three school districts – all of the first, fering they and their families experi - third, fifth and sixth graders. “It is enced as a result of the abuse. In about child abuse prevention and bul - exchange, the women have agreed to lying,” she added. “In upper grades drop their lawsuits and release all we also talk about sexual abuse.” waiver. claims against the district and its for - Shenon emphasizes that kids are told mer staff. that if something happens that makes The crisis led the district to them uncomfortable it is never their s t r e ngthen its safety policy and re - fault and that they should reach out to quirements to ensure that all employ - their ‘safe-adult,’ since it is adults’ re - ees report suspected abuse of a sponsibility to ensure children’s student. The district also pioneered a safety. The program, which Shenon If you’re buying a home, or even if you’re re nancing child safety prevention program, part - says has been very well received, will * nering with the Lafayette and Orinda continue next year. $ a current loan, you deserve a nice housewarming school districts and the Child Abuse 3,000 gift to go with it. 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Now (800) SEE-SAFE ext. 2772 Some of the Moraga buildings Lafayette Plaza, the Way Side Inn, the there’s a welcoming o er. safecu.org/homeloans t h a t are more than 50 years old and former Pioneer Store on Plaza Way, could become historic landmarks in - Town Hall Theatre, a portion of clude the Hacienda de las Flores, parts Lafayette United Methodist Church of Saint Mary's College, the Moraga (known as the Old Lafayette Gram - *Credits for closing costs cannot be applied to discount points or loan-level price adjustments. O er Ranch, and the Rheem Theatre. mar School), and a stone plaque on only available to members who live or work in Contra Costa County. Complete application must be submitted by 9/21/14. Owner-occupied properties only. Not available for re nance of existing SAFE loan. Orinda’s historic landmarks include Happy Valley Road marking the site NMLS# 466072 See SAFE for details. the deLaveaga home and train station, of the first settlement in Lafayette.

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Letters should be 350 words or less; letters of up to 500 words will be accepted on a space-available basis. email: [email protected] ; Regular mail: Lamorinda Weekly, P.O.Box 6133, Moraga, CA 94570 Editor: action. Like China they may decide to take effective ac - tion. More likely, like India they will decide to take in - Reading the bright yellow and chartreuse flyer left at our effective action. In either case, demographic momentum door by Preserve Lamorinda Open Space (PLOS), I was will carry America's population to 1.4 billion and Lam - reminded of something that occurred in 2007. After I orinda's population to 240,000. Such a legacy to leave made a presentation titled “One Billion Americans” at our grandchildren! the Moraga Library, a member of the Town Council Until America abandons its ad hoc population growth came to me and said, “Ed, I agree with most of your talk. policy, Lamorinda and its open space will never be se - But you have to understand--we are so involved in trying cure. I sincerely hope someday Lamorinda citizens, to decide what to do with the next 3,000 Moraga resi - politicians, and organizations such as PLOS come to un - dents we don’t have time to worry about America’s next derstand that demographical . . . and political truth. Call Tom three million residents.” for a free Since 1993! Driving 15,000 miles and talking with people across the Edward C. 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Col. Lloyd F. Childers By Laurie Snyder Solomons, and helped sink the Shōhō. By May 8, they were fighting in t h e Battle of the Coral Sea. As USS Yorktown and Lexington planes laid waste to the Shōkaku, the Japanese Celebrate our sent an armor-piercing bomb through the Yorktown’s flight deck, killing 50 One Year men. Meanwhile, code breakers back at Anniversary P e a rl saved the day by deciphering at Piccolo Napoli Japan’s plans to attack Midway – and the month of July! possibly the West Coast. Told repairs to the Yorktown would take three months, Admiral Chester Nimitz gave Pearl crews just three days to fix the • New entrée specials flattop. Midway, June 4 • Specialty pizzas Reveille sounded at 3 a.m. Break - f a s t was steak and eggs – proof com - • New Sangria manders knew many would die. “We Now offering delivery to Orinda were hopelessly outnumbered,” Nightly 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Catering available!) muses Childers. Even with the York - town engaged, Nimitz and his staff Check out our new website at expected only 1 out of every 5 planes www.piccolo-napoli.com to return. “Finally, we got the call. Boy, you Lunch Wed-Sun 11:30-5:00 pm Dinner Nightly ‘til 9:00 pm n e v er heard such activity in your life.” Fri-Sat ‘til 10:00 pm Childers’ Devastator “dropped off the Lloyd Childers (left) joined his brother, Wayne, aboard the Yorktown in end of the carrier – 100 feet above the 2 Theatre Square, Orinda March 1942. A third brother, Lyon, served as a cadet in the Army Air Corps. water,” struggling with its 2-ton pay - (925) 253-1225 Photo courtesy Lloyd Childers load. Yorktown’s 12 torpedo bombers “Japan was on a roll. The Philippines death on America’s Pacific Fleet. A a n d six fighters faced a sky filled with had fallen … Bataan and Corregidor post-attack photo shows the Cassin Japanese zeroes – dreaded for their 12 …the supposedly ‘impregnable capsized onto the other destroyer after to 1 kill ratios. They aimed for the fortress’ of Singapore…. Japanese fires spread between the ships. (See Akagi, flagship of Vice Admiral forces were advancing into Burma “Mickey Ganitch – a True Man of Chūichi Nagumo – commander of and might proceed to India. Even Honor” at http://www.lamor - Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor. Planes Theater View Australia appeared to be threatened. indaweekly.com/archive/issue0718/p from the USS Enterprise and Hornet American naval forces, significantly df/page%2013.pdf.) hunted others from the day of infamy weakened by the attack at Pearl Har - After the dust settled, he made a – the Kaga, Hiryū and Sōryū. Veterinary Clinic bor, appeared vastly inferior to the ar - b e e line for his battered ship. “I went Ten Yorktown aircraft were de - mada that Japan was gathering to back aboard to get my wallet,” recalls s t r o yed at the outset. Two Japanese advance eastward … possibly to the Childers, now a resident of Moraga. bullets pierced Childers’ left thigh. A Theater View Hawaiian Islands or even the West Stuffed with 30 days’ pay, it was the third struck his ankle, shattering his Veterinary Clinic Coast.” – James R. Schlesinger, U.S. sum total of his wealth. “The Cassin right leg. A shipmate’s plane hit the is a brand new Secretary of Defense (1973-1975) was at about a 45 degree angle. I was water in flames. facility owned by t all started for one 20-year-old literally walking on the walls.” As his pilot wove their strafed “Dr. Laurie” sailor Dec. 7, 1941. Reading a By March 1942, Childers was p l a n e in and out of flak, Childers’ gun Langford who has Inewspaper in the radio shack of the s e r v ing with the USS Yorktown’s jammed – just as two more zeroes USS Cassin, Lloyd Childers was pro - Torpedo Squadron Three as a rear were approaching from both sides. He been caring for pelled from his chair at 7:55 a.m. by gunner and radioman. His brother, pulled out his pistol and fired – three animals in Orinda several explosions. 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Page: B4 LAMORINDA WEEKLY www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 Wednesday, July 2, 2014 Local Aviatrix and Author Discusses Life in the Sky ... continued from page B3 Early on women weren’t chosen f o r the astronaut program so Marggraff trained to be a pilot, com - mercial pilot and an instructor. “I per - severed and carved my place in the sky even though feeling out of place most of the time in the mainly male world of aviation. I was tested in more ways than just by flying exams,” she says with a wry smile. When she began this adventure s o m e of her acquaintances thought she was crazy or maybe had a mid- life death wish but her group of close friends, the “Chicks in Charge” en - MJ Marggraff at a recent Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary meeting. Photo provided couraged her and also began their own search for more stimulating a second book, “Time for a Lift” due real and touchable space artifacts, lives. “I treasure their friendship and to be released in December. It’s based space suits, and parts of spacecrafts. their attitude. “We never said ‘That’s on true events when she reconnected I do hands-on experiments related to too hard, or too dangerous, you can’t with her dream of learning to fly at a astronomy such as how eclipses work do it,’” Marggraff remarks. time her family included children, 8 and what makes a prism. Others there The next big step was to train at and 10, and she was in her 40s. While include former NASA employees and t h e NASTAR Center outside of she doesn’t expect all her readers will local astronauts who drop in to visit. Philadelphia in the Phoenix Cen - take up flying, the message is “finding I think I’m the only aviatrix and, not trifuge where one can “fly” to 16,000 your passion in life is a necessity.” surprisingly, I encourage learning to feet at a perceived speed of 25,000 “It’s not without hard work and fly, especially to girls. Only 8 percent miles per hour seated in a gondola at h u m ility, but there will be a personal of pilots are women.” the end of a 25-foot arm. Marggraff transformation that will be yours for - Space Fest, which includes lots of says, as she took up to 6Gs momen - ever,” she explains. b o o ths and rides in a lunar rover, will Local newspaper delivered to Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda tarily, “Your face can look 10 to 20 A volunteer at the Space Station be held Aug. 2 at the museum. The years older as it strains against the G M u seum in Novato, this trim, blonde Space Station Museum is located in forces. There’s heavy pressure and woman with a ready smile transmits Pacheco Plaza, 464 Ignacio Blvd. in we’re told we should push our breath her enthusiasm for space to young Novato. The hours are Thursdays and Submit stories and story ideas to and squeeze our muscles. Another students and the importance of Fridays: 11 am to 3 pm.; Saturdays mother in the class quipped, ‘We STEM, (Science, Technology, Engi - and Sundays: noon to 4 p.m. For in - [email protected] shouldn’t have any trouble, it sounds neering, and Mathematics) to prepare formation about a presentation on just like child birth.’” them for all the challenges new tech - “The Edge” to your group, email Author of "100 Things to Make a nology brings. Marggraff at D i f f erence," Marggraff has completed “The museum inspires all with its [email protected].

We are pleased to make space available whenever possible for some of Lamorinda’s dedicated community service organizations to submit news and information about their activities. Submissions can be sent to [email protected] with the Community Service subject header In Service to the Community. Lafayette Juniors Raise Nearly $50,000 for Charity Submitted by Christy Mack he Lafayette Juniors raised events like the Rummage Sale in director of major gifts for First nearly $50,000 in the past the fall and Kitchen Tour in the Place for Youth. The Lafayette T12 months for local non-profit or - spring for the sole purpose of rais - Juniors also donated $10,000 to ganizations. The funds were dis - ing money for selected beneficiar - STAND!, $5,000 each to SEED tributed by the Juniors June 5 in a ies. This year the Juniors chose and the Lafayette Library, and special ceremony at the Lafayette First Place for Youth as their major $4,000 to Twin Canyon Camp. Community Center to First Place beneficiary and donated $25,000 to The Juniors are looking for - for Youth, STAND!, the Lafayette support its work with foster youth w a r d to continuing this tradition Library, the Special Education 16 to 24 years old who are close to of giving and are now accepting Enrichment and Development aging out of the foster care system applications from all non-profits Foundation of Lafayette (SEED), or have recently aged out of care. in Contra Costa and neighboring and Twin Canyon Camp. “We “The Lafayette Juniors are a counties in the San Francisco Bay would like to thank everyone who r e m arkable group of women with Area who serve children, families supported us throughout the the magic combination of com - and seniors. They will select 4 to year,” said Tina Sebree, Lafayette passion and action. Their dona - 5 organizations from the applicant Juniors president. “Their excep - tion of $25,000 will be used to pool to become their 2014-15 tional generosity enabled our ben - give foster kids support right beneficiaries. Fundraising for eficiaries to expand the services when they are learning to support these groups will begin this fall. they provide to children and fam - themselves, including helping To obtain an application or learn ilies in our local communities.” them get their first apartment, more about the Lafayette Juniors From left: Melanie Brinkman, Laura Lashinsky, Candy Calhoun, Amy Friedli, Whitney The Lafayette Juniors have a their first job and continue on with please visit www.lafayetteju - Firestone, and Jenny Shepherd Photo provided h i s t ory of organizing fundraising school,” explained Valerie Todd, niors.org. Preschoolers Donate Blankets Congo Swim Kicks Off to Project Linus Some local residents walk Lafayette Reservoir to help Submitted by Jennifer Gerst Submitted by Bobbie Dodson women and children in eastern from mining such valuable min - Congo have endured sexual vio - erals as coltran, tin and gold in lence. Funds raised will be dis - Congo. Orindan Suzanna tributed as grants by Global Fund Creasey, an eighth grader, re - for Women and Friends of the cently walked 22 miles around Congo to women and youth-led Lafayette Reservoir with her fam - groups in Congo.” ily, to mimic the 22 miles Participants are invited to Dahlkamp swam in Lake Tahoe. s w i m, walk, run, ride, dance or Oakland resident Cora donate. Activities suggested are K a l ukuta says, “As a Congolese to: learn to swim as a child or woman I’m participating because Cora Kalukuta from the Demo - adult; walk around Lafayette I desire for women in all of Congo cratic Republic of Congo and Reservoir as many times as you to be empowered to nurture their Suzanna Creasy, an eighth-grade can; ride your bike a certain dis - families, work good jobs, have an graduate of Seven Hills School in tance once a week; time some education - to go anywhere in Orinda, launched Congo Swim at minutes each day, or week while their country without being the Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian you dance; get your swim team to afraid.” Church on Father's Day. sponsor a Swimathon; organize a The culmination will be on Photo provided Congo Swim barbecue or party. A u g . 23 when Dahlkamp will he third annual Congo “Choose a fun activity, involve again be swimming at Lake Swim is now accepting your family and try to get spon - Tahoe, with others invited to join Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church Nurtury Preschool students show off one of two Tregistrations. “Most people in our sors so more people will be in - him there. Closer to home a blankets made for Project Linus. Photo provided Lamorinda community are not formed about the dire situation in “Lake Merritt Walk for Congo” aware of the humanitarian crisis Congo,” Dahlkamp suggests. will take place. “If it were my t’s never too young for children to social service agencies. Miss Jennifer’s in Congo,” states Keris Donations are also accepted. wife or child being affected by vi - start doing service projects to help class decorated hearts that were ap - Dahlkamp, Congo Swim founder, A 9-year old participant from olence in this way, I hope that oIthers in need – at least that’s the phi - pliquéd to fleece fabric, and (with some who has swum the length of Lake l a s t year shared, “I joined because those who could do something losophy at Moraga Valley Presbyterian adult help) tied the fringe around the Tahoe twice for this event. people in Congo are suffering and would do something,” he says. “I Church Nurtury Preschool. While edges to create two cozy blankets to do - “Our hope is to break the si - I am here using an iPad made invite everyone to join me in searching for a hands-on project her nate to Project Linus. The children were l e n c e about this issue. It is esti - from valuable minerals that are Congo Swim because we can do class of 3-year-olds could do, a Nurtury excited to know that their hard work mated that at least 6 million supposed to benefit them, but something that will make a differ - teacher came across Project Linus. This will comfort a child in need. For more people have died from war-re - don’t.” For the past 16 years, ence.” organization solicits handmade blan - information on MVPC Nurtury Pre - lated causes since 1996, half neighboring countries such a To learn more and register go kets to be given to children in crisis – school, call (925) 376-4800 or visit being children under the age of 5. Rwanda, Uganda and Burundi t o w ww.congoswim.org or phone in hospitals, shelters, or in the care of www.MVPCtoday.org. Also, hundreds of thousands of have reaped most of the profits (925) 812-2496. 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BP ad 5.875 x 8 Lamorinda Weekly.indd 1 5/2/2014 9:52:01 AM Page: B6 LAMORINDA WEEKLY www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 Wednesday, July 2, 2014 2014 Poul Anderson Writing Contest Winners Announced Submitted by Robin Jones he Friends of the Orinda Li - This year's contest included four Winners were as follows: brary recently announced the c a t e gories: science fiction, short Science Fiction: Alexa Barger (Orinda Academy, Grade 12), “Short Circuit” wTinners of the 2014 Poul Anderson story, essay/memoir and poetry. Short Story: Neil Binnie (Miramonte High School, Grade 9), “The Soda Pop Bootlegger” Creative Writing Contest, an annual First place prizes in each category Essay/Memoir: Kate Nerone (Miramonte High School, Grade 9), “Wave Goodbye” competition open to all high school were awarded $250. In addition, Poetry: Gabriel Ostler (Miramonte High School, Grade 12), “Ballad of the Creator” students who live or attend school honorable mentions were granted to in Orinda. Winning entries were se - deserving pieces. Entries were from Honorable Mentions went to the following: lected by a panel of judges who in - students who attended Miramonte Short Story: Laura Li (Miramonte High School, Grade 10), “Alice” cluded: Ginger Wadsworth, author; High School, Orinda Academy, Essay/Memoir: Caie Kelley (Miramonte High School, Grade 12), “Why I Write” Sally Small, author; and Janet College Prep, the Athenian School Essay/Memoir: Katherine Richardson (Miramonte High School, Grade 12), “Glimpses Through the Cracks” Boreta and Marian Nielsen of and students who were home Poetry: Katarina Cohen (Miramonte High School, Grade 10), “Nothing Really” Orinda Books. schooled. Moraga Library ‘Artist of the Month’ Miramonte Public Speaking Captures Local Harmony and Balance Wins Top 10 in the Nation! Submitted by Wenda Pyman Submitted by Cecelia Andrews

“Moonrise over Mt. Diablo” Photo provided he Moraga Public Library will feature member since 2003. She was instrumental in “Luminous Landscapes – Intercepting relocating the gallery to its current location. Her TLight,” a solo landscape photography show by exhibit venues cover Danville, Lamorinda, Oak - Wenda Pyman, a longtime Moraga Art Gallery land and San Francisco. Her photography has Back row, from left: Kristen Plant, Charles Hinman, Cecelia Andrews, Caie Kelley, Fatima member, through July 30 during library hours. graced CD album covers, calendars and the Hasanain, Asher Kalman, and Bennett Stehr; front row: Alex Jang, Connor Meckfessel, Ethan Pyaman’s body of work reflects her all-con - walls of collectors, both locally and internation - Miles, Noah Goldstein, and Sandra Maguire. Photo Gloria Jang s u m ing passion to capture diverse patterns and ally. Her portfolio includes images from India, hile many high school students en - possible,” noted Stehr. In an outstanding cul - imagery, both locally and worldwide. Her style Europe, Indonesia, Sri Lanka and, more re - joyed their first swims of the summer, mination of his high school competitive career, reveals a unique perception of her surroundings. cently, Myanmar (Burma), Laos, and Vietnam. WMiramonte public speaking teacher and head California state champion Meckfessel placed in For her, it is not just about finding a perfect lo - When she is not globetrotting, she wanders the coach Kristen Plant flew with 10 of her top the top five for the third year in a row, earning cation or composition, but finding harmony and hills of the East Bay, Lamorinda, Mount Diablo competitors to the 84th annual National Speech second place in the country, and solidifying his balance between elements of color, lines, texture and beyond. and Debate Association National Tournament legacy as one of the most successful Congres - and shapes that are both pleasing to her and the You can also see selected work at the Mor - in Overland Park, Kan. From June 16-20, these sional Debaters in the Miramonte program’s viewer. Photography for her is a means of self- a g a Art Gallery, Rheem Valley Shopping Center talented Matadors competed alongside over rich 35 year history. expression as well as an outlet from the stresses and at Handworks of Danville, 155 Railroad Av - 3,300 students in the largest academic compe - Because Miramonte was so successful in of everyday life. enue, Danville. Visit her website: wendapy - tition in the world, participating in a variety of b o t h speech and debate events, the school was Pyman has been a Moraga Art Gallery man.com or contact her at (415) 859-8030. events ranging from persuasive oratory-style awarded the tournament’s highest honor of speech to intense two-vs-two debate. Although School of Outstanding Distinction as one of the Miramonte had a lot to prove after placing in top 10 schools out of the over 1,000 schools who Two Lamorinda Residents Part of the top 10 schools in the country last year, the qualified to compete at nationals. As much as team exceeded all expectations with their in - the students and coaches worked hard to achieve ‘Les Misérables’ Cast at Woodminster credible success. this goal, the program would not be possible Summer Musicals' 48th season opens July 11 With the help of teachers and coaches Plant without the generous support of the Educational a n d Franck Reyherme, as well as retired coach Foundation of Orinda. EFO’s sponsorship of Submitted by Kathy Kahn and six-time Diamond Award winner coach specialized coaches, state-of-the-art resources Sandra Maguire, graduated seniors Noah Gold - and technology, and highest-level competitions stein, Connor Meckfessel, Ethan Miles, and allows the voices of the 220 students enrolled in Bennett Stehr continued Miramonte’s tradition Miramonte’s program to be heard. Kalman and of excellence in Congressional Debate, an event Meckfessel have earned debate scholarships to in which students debate legislation in a format Lewis and Clark College, where they will be similar to the actual U.S. Congress. Stehr will roommates and Parliamentary Debate partners. attend Georgetown University’s renowned Rising senior Alexander Jang commented, “The School of Foreign Service next fall. “I was most week we spent in Kansas was one of the most inspired when the chair of Congressional De - challenging experiences I’ve ever had, but I’m bate pointed out that America is the greatest also incredibly happy with what we accom - country in the world, not because here every - plished. I proved that I can debate well, but I also thing is perfect, but because here anything is learned a lot about how I can get better.” OIS Student Earns License Early By Cathy Dausman

Woodminster’s “Les Misérables” ensemble cast members Ginnie Menezes of Lafayette and Lau - body signed up [for the radio class] except ren Bond of Orinda look at some music before their rehearsal. Photos Kathy Kahn Cameron,” said his father, Ken Nielsen. The Nielsen family was already acquainted afayette resident Ginnie Menezes and peace, he decides to break parole, but is relent - w i t h amateur radio, having been neighbors with LOrinda resident Lauren Bond will join a lessly pursued by a policeman, Javert. Their Ham Radio Outlet owner and founder Robert cast of over 40 in the production of “Les Mis - story intertwines with several others, culminat - Ferrero. Cameron found it fascinating people érables” at Oakland's Woodminster Amphithe - ing in the Paris student uprising of 1832, and a could talk to someone as far away as Brazil so ater, an open-air performance facility in dramatic and romantic climax where justice tri - easily. The license class was a series of six two- Oakland's Joaquin Miller Park, located at 3300 umphs. The production will be directed by Joel hour sessions with optional practice test-taking Joaquin Miller Road in the Oakland hills. This Schlader, with music direction by Brian Allan exams online. A written license exam was ad - stirring pop opera will be presented July 11-20 Hobbs. The music from “Les Misérables” in - ministered at the final meeting. by Woodminster Summer Musicals, outdoors cludes several songs that are already popular “It took me a little longer to take the test,” under the stars, with a live, professional orches - standards, like "I Dreamed A Dream," "On My C a m eron said, but he passed it the first time. tra. Own," and "One Day More." Cameron Nielsen, 12, of Orinda is a newly li - censed amateur radio operator. The older Nielsen is justifiably proud of his Lauren, a 15-year-old student at Miramonte Tickets are available by phone, at (510) 531- Photo Cathy Dausman s o n ’s math abilities, saying his son easily mem - H i g h School, is one of the youngest people in the 9 5 9 7, online at www.woodminster.com, or in orized the household’s 26 digit alpha-numeric show. She is making her professional debut in person at Woodminster Amphitheater 11-4 daily ameron Nielsen, 12, is barely out of sev - Internet access code. “Les Miserables” at Woodminster Amphitheater. or at the box office before any performance. enth grade and already has his license – an Both father and son credit Riley for working Previously, Lauren has been involved in school Performances are July 11 (opening), July 12, 13, aCmateur radio license, that is, with a personal w i t h Cameron to learn radio protocols, earn his productions, the most recent being Miramonte's 17, 18, 19, and 20, all at 8 p.m. For information call sign of K-K-6-M-V-U. license and become involved with LARIG it - “Shrek” in spring 2014. In addition, she has per - about tickets, check www.woodminster.com or Cameron was by far the youngest student in self. “He’s invited me to work [communica - formed in shows such as “Guys and Dolls,” call (510) 531-9597. Woodminster is continuing a T e chnician’s level license class recently taught tions for] the Moraga Treeline Triathlon and the “Once on this Island,” “The Wiz,” “Peter Pan” its popular Kids Come Free program, where by Lamorinda Area Radio Interest Group pres - Orinda Fourth of July Parade,” Cameron said. and “A Midsummer Night's Dream.” Lauren also children and teens 16 or younger who are at - ident Keith Riley. All amateur radio operators But Cameron has had little time even to lis - studies ballet, piano, tap and voice. Menezes has tending with paying adults can get free tickets must pass a test before being licensed by the t e n in on his Icom multiband radio yet, a gift performed under the stars at Woodminster for on performance nights. Producers Associates is Federal Communications Commission; the test from Berkeley Yacht Club’s Michael Whitfield, over 30 years. She has also performed with the seeking sponsors for this longstanding program, is heavy on science and math, and there is no because of his other activities: He’s just finished Lamplighters, Pacific Rep in Carmel by the Sea, which helps families introduce their kids to live child-friendly version. playing baseball, and is currently sailing and and performs with the Children's Theatre Asso - theater in a relaxed and affordable environment. According to the Amateur Radio Relay taking acting classes. That’s a full plate for the ciation of San Francisco. The final dress rehearsal of “Les Mis - L e a gue, there are more than 700,000 radio ama - Orinda Intermediate School student, who’s con - One of the most popular musicals in history, é r a b les” on July 10 will be open to the public as teurs in the U.S. licensed as Technician, General tent to “sign off” his radio for now. “ L e s Misérables” is set in 19th Century France a "preview performance." It will start at 8 p.m.; and Extra class. Cameron first learned of the To learn more about amateur radio events and tells the story of Jean Valjean, a peasant all tickets are $18 at the door, and seating is training opportunity through his Boy Scout troop. a n d activities in Lamorinda, go to who has been released after serving 19 years in open, first-come, first-choice. No group rates, He’d already earned his Communications badge https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lamorinda- prison for stealing a loaf of bread for his sister's "Kids Come Free," or other further discounts and wanted to work on his Radio badge. Of all Area-Radio-Interest- starving child. In his quest for redemption and apply for preview performances. the members in his troop (Orinda’s 237), “no - Group/252700361590786?fref=nf. Wednesday, July 2, 2014 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: B7

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Tressa and Gary Rust celebrated the one-year anniver - s a r y of Lafayette’s Rustic Tavern on April 30. With ample seating, bright flower boxes, afternoon tree shade and outdoor heat lamps, Rustic Tavern beckons al fresco eaters. And with the recent installation of an acoustic ceil - ing, the dining room now offers a more intimate atmos - phere. Lunchtime diners can nosh on a Diamond Ranch burger served with peppercorn bacon or the well- renowned Lacinato kale and farro salad. The daily house- smoked specials are another winner. Afternoon and evening cocktails include the Lavender Loves Lemon Martini and the Rustic Woodsman, a smoky scotch-based Postino drink you won’t find elsewhere. Add an order of PEI mus - sels and consider sticking around for some house-made ple of Lafayette, Postino is “the old school restaurant in pasta or a grass fed New York steak. Starting this summer, town,” according to manager Paul Crotty. “The first this the Tavern will serve a Taco Tuesday special, featuring the side of the tunnel to serve burrata (a fresh Italian cheese refreshing Rusticrita. The Rustic Tavern is located at 3576 made from mozzarella and cream),” Postino keeps a fairly Mt Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette. For information, call (925) consistent and traditional menu, with a few changes each 385-0559 or visit www.rustictavernlafayette.com. month and “an Asia flare” once in a while. They’ve re - Tucked behind a vine-draped trellis and winding cently redone the lawn that spreads in front of the historic a r o u nd a non-descript building, the outdoor dining of 1930s building designed by Carr Jones. The area is avail -

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It is no store, Hello Vino lets you scan the conservation, Brian has some com - surprise that there is a great app avail - label to instantly access food-pairing mon-sense tips worth paying close able that makes it easy to buy wine information, critical reviews and other attention to: like an oenophile. Hello Vino is the useful information. This is a great app 1. Turn off the faucet and don’t let perfect wine app to sort out all sorts of for anyone who enjoys wine and water run when you don’t need it. questions one might have when buy - wants to learn more about choosing 2. Take shorter showers. ing wine. You start your search from the right wine, and a delicious wine, 3. Use sprinklers in the early morn - a list which includes a wine pairing for for any occasion. You’ll be considered ing or late evening to minimize your meal, a wine suggestion for an an authority on vino in no time! evaporation. occasion, a wine according to 4. 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COCONUT FLAG CAKE with Cream Cheese Frosting, Raspberries & Blueberries Cake Cream Cheese Frosting INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks) 1 8-ounce package cream cheese at room temp 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) butter, softened to room temp 4 eggs 1/4 cup sweetened cream of coconut 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 cup milk (may not need all of this) 1 cup canned or bottled, sweetened cream of coconut (such as 4 cups powdered sugar you'd use for pina coladas – can be found near cocktail mixers 1 teaspoon vanilla in the alcohol section of the store ... Coco Lopez or Coco Real both work well) DIRECTIONS 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 teaspoon cider vinegar added) In a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese together with 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour electric mixer until well blended. Add cream of coconut and 1 teaspoon baking powder vanilla. Add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, and beat until 1/2 teaspoon baking soda well mixed and fluffy. Add milk as needed to obtain good 1/2 teaspoon salt spreading consistency. If you go overboard on the milk, just Susie Iventosch is the author add a little more powdered sugar! Spread over cooled cake and of Tax Bites and Tasty DIRECTIONS allow to sit for 5-10 minutes before decorating with berries. Morsels, which can be found Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 10x15 jelly roll tin with at Across the Way in Moraga, cooking spray or line bottom of pan with parchment paper. Garnish www.amazon.com, and Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt and set 2 pints raspberries www.taxbites.net. aside. 1 pint blueberries Susie can be reached at [email protected]. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and Rinse berries and thoroughly dry on paper towels. This recipe can be found on fluffy with an electric mixer. Add eggs, one at a time, beating Once frosting on cake is set, arrange blueberries in the upper well after each. Stir in vanilla and coconut cream. our website: left corner of the cake to make the stars. Make 7 rows of www.lamorindaweekly.com. On slow speed, beat in sifted dries alternately with buttermilk, raspberries for the stripes, with the frosting in between the If you would like to share beginning and ending with dries. rows for the white stripes. your favorite recipe with Pour batter into prepared 10x15 jelly roll tin. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Susie please contact her by Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 25 minutes, or until cake email or call our office at tester comes out clean. Cool cake, then wrap in plastic wrap (925) 377-0977. and refrigerate until ready to frost.

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Demonstrations for all ages in - the often fleeting, yet immortalized shuttle is available for those who may cluding: 3D printing, air-powered beauty of the natural world through floral need assistance. Uniforms are optional rocketry, micro-controllers, book art, photographs by resident artist Lucy but encouraged. Bring a picnic and quadcopter FPV drones, metal working Beck, and fruit and vegetable bowls and enjoy. and so much more. Hands-on projects jewelry by guest artist Margaret Dorf - like giant bubble making, duct tape wal - man will run through Aug. 9. The Summer “Pops” Concert, an enter - lets, button making, make your own Gallery is located at 522 Center Street in X taining program of light classical slime, build a rocket, rubber stamp-mak - 6XPPHU6XQGD\V $0 the Rheem Shopping Center. -XO\WKURXJK$XJXVW music and marches at 7:30 p.m. July 22 ing, and computer programming for kids at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic mean there's something for everyone. X6HUPRQ6HULHV´)DLWKDWWKH0RYLHVµ The City of Lafayette Public Art Drive, Walnut Creek. This year’s “Sum - This free event for all ages will be held Committee's newest art exhibit, “Ad - mer Pops” will feature Leonard Bern - from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lafayette  X6RPHWKLQJIRU(YHU\RQH ventures in Wildlife and Glass,” features VSHDNHUVVPDOOJURXSVFODVVHV stein’s Symphonic Dance Music from Library and Learning Center on July 19, two local artists from Lafayette - Dwight West Side Story and John Williams Star in the Community Hall and outside am -  \RXWKJURXSVPLVVLRQWULSVPRUH Yassany and Janice Peacock. The exhibit Wars Trilogy. The Walnut Creek Concert phitheater. Register online at will run until Aug. 11. The Lafayette Li - Band is the Official Band of the City of tinyurl.com/lafayettemakerfest. LAFAYETTE-ORINDA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH brary gallery is open every Monday Walnut Creek, celebrating 25 years of evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and during pub - 49 Knox Drive, Lafayette LOPC.org serving the Walnut Creek Community Join us again this year for the Kids lic events in the Community Hall. and is under the direction of Harvey Day fundraiser at 11 a.m. Saturday, Benstein, with assistant conductor, July 26 to benefit Special Olympics ORINDA CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH Klein Gallery invites the public to visit Johnny Johnson. For tickets call (925) Northern California, sponsored by the “Orchestra of Time,” an exhibit that 24 Orinda Way (next to the Library) - 254-4212 943-7469 or order online at Moraga Police Officers Association in looks at the evolution of time. Particu - www.Lesherartscenter.org. Cost: adult partnership with the New Rheem The - Sunday Service and Sunday School 10 - 11 am larly, the show looks at how art can serve $17; seniors and students $14. Group atre. See a special $5 matinee showing Informal Wednesday Meeting 7:30 - 8:30 pm as a snapshot of a moment in history. rates available. For info, visit www.wal - of “Shrek” followed by fun activities in - Reading Room/Bookstore M - F 11 - 4; Sat 11 – 2 “Orchestra of Time” will be on display nutcreekconcertband.org. cluding a bounce house, face painting, through Aug. 1. The show will feature www.christianscienceorinda.org balloons, carnival games, and more. art by Bay Area artists Erik Bender, Jes - Great summer outdoor concert fun Contact Sgt. Brian South at (925) 888- lyn Cantrell, Tim Hancock, James Jarett, will include two hours of listening to 7052 or General Manager Lindsay Pirkle and Deni Kending. Paintings, sculpture, the 16-piece Studio Big Band with a dy - at the New Rheem Theatre for more in - wood block prints, and a mural will be namic vocalist from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, formation. on display. Klein Gallery is located at 50 July 27 at the outside courtyard patio of Lafayette Circle. For info, visit klein - Lafayette Christian Church, 584 Glen - HighlineKites.com presents the Worship the Lord! gallery.net. side Drive. Sit outside surrounded by Berkeley Kite Festival from 10 a.m. to Sunday Mornings at oak trees and listen to jazz and Count 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27 The Moraga Public Library will fea - Basie/Frank Sinatra music. Refresh - both days at Berkeley Marina's Cesar E. 9:30am during the summer ture “Luminous Landscapes – Inter - ments available to purchase. Donation Chavez Park, 11 Spinnaker Way, Berke - cepting Light,” a solo landscape request: $15 ($5 for kids). ley. Arts and crafts, bounce houses, pony photography show by Wenda Pyman. rides, petting zoo, candy drop, free kite M V P    C The show can be viewed through July Summer Concerts in the Park - It's making, team kite flying, giant kites, 10 Moraga Valley Lane, Moraga CA 30, during library hours. 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Concerts are from Church More than 20 different artists from 66 St. Stephen’s Drive, Orinda 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights at For the fourth year in a row Sustainable 254-3770. www.ststephensorinda.org the Lamorinda Arts Alliance will be 254-3770.Sun d www.ststephensorinda.orgay 8am, 10am & the Orinda Community Center Park, 28 Lafayette will be hosting a summer film Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church participating the Moraga Country Club Orinda Way. Schedule: July 8, David series at the Lafayette Library and Learn - 5:30p.m. Casual Eucharist 433 MoragaSunday Way, 8am Orinda,&10am Rite 254-3422 II services. art exhibit, which opens July 15. An Correa and CASCADA - Latin/World ing Center (Community Hall) that will fea - Musicwww.holyshepherd.org at both service. Choir at 10am. Forartis tissue recept ioMayn will 7b e held from 5 to Music; and July 15, Lamorinda Idol ture three recently released documentaries 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 24, including a SundayWorship SchoolServices & 8:15 childcare & 10:45 a.m.at 10am. Singers – Variety; July 22 - Mike Vax on weekday evenings in June, July, and WILLOW S9:40PRI a.m.NG Education CHUR CH buffet of Chef Kevin’s favorites. Cost: Big Band Jazz Orchestra - Big Band August. See website for movie descrip - YouCoffeer Hom St.eFellowshiptow nStephen’s Comm atu n9:15ity CPreschool &hu 11:45rch a.m. $15. Complimentary wine tasting. Non- Childcare available for ages 5 and younger Jazz tions and event info at http://www.sustain - Try Something New With Y254-3770our Whole F ax19mily This Week members welcome. RSVP today at ablelafayette.org/our-events/summer-film- Sundays: 9:00SaUMMERm Ad WulORSHIPt Sund aSyCHEDULE School CBlEGINSasses MAY 18 (925) -376-2200 or frontdesk@mora - THEATER series/. Free snacks, cookies, coffee, and 10:00am Pre-Service Fellowship (Free Coffee & Bagels) 9:30 a.m. Worship Service gacc.com. refreshments will be served at each movie 10:45am CCoffeeontem pFellowshiporary Wor s10:30hip S a.m.ervic e 11:15am Childrens' Church Cal Shakes presents William Shake - and special guest speakers will be included Childcare available for ages 5 and younger Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery presents Wednesdays: 10:00am Community Bible Study speare's "The Comedy of Errors" when possible. Cost: $10 donation re - “Belonging,” an exhibit featuring the through July 20. Two sets of twins, ten quested; $5 for students. 1689 School Street, Moraga (925)376-3550 work of Laura VanDuren and Carol www.willowspringchurch.net tons of trouble - "The Comedy of Errors" Aust. Through sculpture and paintings, is the ultimate in mistaken identity. Enter to win $100 through the Orinda the show explores identity, home and our Aaron Posner returns to Cal Shakes for Fourth of July Parade Photo Contest. relation to it. “Belonging” will be on ex - Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church the first time since directing one of the This year two Miramonte students have hibit through July 19. The exhibit will be most-loved productions in our recent taken on a new element for the Orinda 433 Moraga Way, Orinda, 254-3422 open to the public Monday-Saturday, 11 www.holyshepherd.org history, 2009's "A Midsummer Night's 4th of July festivities. Kyle McKeen and a.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment, at Dream", to crank up the hilarity and un - Maya McGrath have created an Insta - SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE JeFornnife rissue Perlm uMaytter G a21ller y, 3620 Mt. cover fresh truths in one of the master's gram page where photos of the parade 9:30 a.m. Worship Service Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. For more infor - cleverest comedies. For more informa - can be submitted for a chance to win Coffee Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. mation, contact Jennifer Perlmutter at Childcare available for ages 5 and younger tion and to purchase tickets go to $100 cash prize. Post photos from the (925) 284-1485 or jp@jenniferperlmut - www.calshakes.org. day's events at #orindaparade. You can tergallery.com. also follow on Instagram at Orindapa - Diablo Ballet’s Annual Dance on Film rade to see all the submissions! Dale Chihuly: The Venetians. An ex - series will feature the Oscar-nominated hibition of 72 works from Chihuly’s musical "Funny Face" (1957), with Moraga's 4th of July events begin at Stunning Glass Venetians at the Saint songs by George and Ira Gershwin, star - the Moraga Commons Park at 8 a.m. Mary’s College Museum of Art runs ring Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire with a full day of activities with a pan - through July 20 from the George R. at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10 at the cake breakfast, then at 9 a.m. a dog pa - Stroemple Collection, A Community Hall of the Lafayette Li - rade and community booths. At 10:30 Stroemple/Stirek Collaboration. Three brary and Learning Center. Enjoy a pre- a.m. the children's bike parade and from more new exhibitions include: Michael screening fun facts discussion by Diablo 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. kids games. Collopy Face to Face: Movers and Shak - Ballet Artistic Director Lauren Jonas. Then at 7 p.m. enjoy music from Busta ers, Armistead Gallery; All Natural: Cost: $5. Groove and the Fireworks around 9:30 Work by Pamela Blotner and Sam Perry, p.m. Check www.moraga.ca.us for a de - Studio Gallery; Keith’s The Big Paint - The 2014 season of Woodminster tailed schedule. (See story page A1) ings, William Keith Gallery. Museum Summer Musicals will open with Les hours are Wednesday through Sunday, Misérables, one of the most popular mu - Fourth of July activities in Orinda! 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission: Adults sicals in history. It will run July 11-20 at The festivities begin at 7:30 a.m. with $5; members and K-12 graders free Woodminster Amphitheater in Oakland's the Roadrunners' Pancake Breakfast in The Orinda (parking free). For info, call (925) 631- Joaquin Miller Park, located at 3300 the park/Community Center. At 8 a.m., Community Church 4379 or visit stmarys-ca.edu/museum. Joaquin Miller Road in the Oakland join the Roadrunners' Fun Run and An Open and Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Christ hills. Tickets: (510) 531-9597, or Haley's Run for a Reason at the Com - 10 Irwin Way, Orinda | 925.254.4906 | www.orindachurch.org MUSIC www.woodminster.com, $28-$59 ($2 munity Center. The Friends of the “No matter who you are, wherever you are on life’s discount for children/seniors). Orinda Library Book Sale in Library journey, you are welcome here!” You are invited to join your neighbors Breezeway begins at 9 a.m. and the pa - on Thursday evenings at the Moraga KIDS, PARENTS & TEENS rade begins at 10 a.m. followed by com - Join us Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Commons for a relaxing free concert in Sunday School 10:00 a.m munity center park activities at 11:30 the park. Bring your picnic blanket or All Francophiles are invited to cele - a.m. (See story page A1) lawn chairs to the grassy hillside in front St. Anselm’s Episcopal Church brate Bastille Day a day earlier, Sun - of the band shell. Enjoy the music while day, July 13, on the beautiful Pétanque The 10th Annual Haley's Run for a A Loving Community your children enjoy the park. The volun - grounds of Lafayette at 480 Saint Mary's Reason event will be held on July 4. The Sunday Services: 8 and 10 AM teers of the Moraga Park and Recreation Rd. The party will start at 11:30 a.m. 5-mile run and 2-mile family walk will Foundation will even cook dinner for In-church Youth Zone, 10 AM Nursery Childcare with a wide pot-luck picnic under the kick-off Orinda's Fourth of July celebra - you with the Snack Bar opening at 6 site's ancient pear trees. Local French tion in front of the Orinda Community 682 Michael Lane, Lafayette, 284-7420, www.stanselms.ws p.m. Concerts run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. singer Isabelle Magidson (part of the Center. All proceeds from this event ben - July schedule: July 4, Busta-Groove - popular jazz group Duo Gadjo) will join efit The SUDC (Sudden Unexplained dance party (7 p.m. concert); and July the group and all will be invited to sing. Death in Childhood) Program. NBC's 10, Aja Vu - Chicago and Steeley Dan Lafayette United Methodist Church Then everyone from 5 to 99 years old own Diane Dwyer will be there to meet tribute. can learn how to play pétanque, the old and greet participants and to show her 955 Moraga Rd., Lafayette, French bowling game. A lot of French support for Haley and the SUDC pro - 284-4765, offi[email protected] Remember our veterans at Operation speakers will be present, so you can gram! Registration starts at 7 a.m. in the Worship Sunday 10 am Swingtime - USO Show and Picnic - brush up on your high school French, but plaza in front of the Community Center Children/Youth Sunday School Sunday 10 am featuring the Big Band of Rossmoor and the Lamorinda Pétanque Club has and Library. Visit www.angelhaley.org Youth Fellowship Sunday 6 pm the Swingin’ Blue Stars 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 American members who do not speak a for more event details or to register on - p.m. Saturday, July 19, at the Rotary's word of French. Kids are welcome. line. ... continued on next page Wednesday, July 2, 2014 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: B11 Not to be missed Not to be missed Not to be missed Lamorindans and plan a potluck, an ice Einstein explaining the Theory of Rel - OTHER ... continued cream social, a happy hour, a block ativity in a fun, exciting way without a party or a barbecue. Any event that knowledge of physics required! Enjoy Learn about Lafayette’s Amazing brings neighbors together is great and Einstein’s wonderful sense of humor, Natural History from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Service Clubs helps build a stronger community. Sep - and his thoughts on time travel, gravity Saturday, July 12. Doc Jim Hale, tember is National Emergency Pre - and space-time. It’s a blast. Reserva - Announcements wildlife biologist, naturalist and ethno - paredness Month a good time to get tions required. Call (925) 376-4221. biologist will bring alive the natural his - together, help your neighborhood get Explore Lamorinda Rotary clubs The heart of tory of the Lamorinda area. Learn what Rotary is our clubs- dedicated people who share ready and have fun. Contact your Sons In Retirement - Las Trampas a passion for both community service and friend - plants thrived here and how they were neighbors— plan an event for your Branch 116- Luncheon Meeting -- ship. Learn about Lamorinda’s Rotary clubs. used by local Native Americans. 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Classes at the aga email Diana Graham at diana.gra - United States Navy launched a 13 year July 4: July 11: Lafayette Community Garden, unless [email protected]. campaign (1955-1968) against Port Start your 4th of July celebration at specified, are free. However, a $5 do - Learn more about our Chicago and finally succeeded in up - our Pancake Breakfast from 7:30- exciting plans for 2014-15 nation to support education programs is SENIORS rooting the town from the county. 10am at the Orinda Community by joining us for our first appreciated. To register for classes or Today Port Chicago is a ghost town. Center! Club Assembly! for more info, visit http://lafayettecom - Moraga Movers Dinner Monday be - Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m., July 21, at munitygarden.org. gins at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 9 at the the Walnut Creek Elks Lodge, 1475 No formal meeting on July 4th – join us at the Orinda July 4th Celebration! Saint Mary’s College Soda Center. 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If it omous insects, the subjects of earlier man’s wife, Julie, sipped the Hen - sounds scientific, it is, but that doesn’t books, no one offered to help with the drick’s cocktail made with grapefruit mean it isn’t packed with spectacular research. “But tool around France, I juice and black and green tea as she tales. Like the happy discovery of had all kinds of people volunteering to explained why she purchased the book beer, when a bucket of barley, left to carry my suitcase,” she said. Hosting for her husband. “He volunteers for soak overnight, resulted in a yeasty, parties, she noticed an upswing in at - the San Francisco botanical garden Amy Stewart delicious foam. Or the sex life of corn tendance. “My liquor tab was a tax and he likes martinis,” she said. “It Photo Delightful Eye Photography and how corn silk is equivalent to fal - write-off when I was working on the was the perfect gift.” lopian tubes in its egg-fertilizing role. book. I had to build shelving in my Stewart said her current project is very fruit on the planet, every Add to that, the importance of bees, house (for all the bottles),” she said. a s i d etrack from non-fiction: a nearly- seed, nut, flower, tree, shrub and the acceptance of bugs in one’s booze, Alcohol’s serious aspects, during Efungi – no matter the taste – has been the necessity of spanking herbs before t h e presentation and also in her book, Upcoming Author Discussion at LLLC harvested, fermented, brewed and adding them to alcohol, and the proper received absolute clarity. Stating that New York Times bestselling author Karin Slaughter will speak about her turned into alcohol. The pursuit of size of a martini (“The modern martini her husband told her there were too new book, “Cop Town,” from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 18 at the great and sometimes dangerous drinks glass is a monstrosity,” she writes, and many warnings in a draft of the book Lafayette Library and Learning Center Community Hall. Set in Atlanta in has led to fabulous fun and fatal folly later states that “warm, undiluted gin” – the final version has 28 references to 1974, “Cop Town” is an epic story of a city in the midst of seismic upheaval, ever since botany and chemistry got is “not a cocktail”). These are just a toxicity and a strong warning in the in - a serial killer targeting cops, and a divided police force tasked with bring - married and appeared in bottled form. handful of the stories Stewart delivers troductory “aperitif” – Stewart said, “I ing a madman to justice. 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Acalanes finished in fifth and impressive feats by the Diablo Foothill Athletic Nathan Brickman Acalanes place to lead Lamorinda. Camplindo took ninth League. Drew Cirelli Campolindo place, and Miramonte followed in 12th place. Sam deRoque Acalanes Lamorinda athletes also qualified for the finals at All three baseball teams qualified for the NCS Kevin Hull Campolindo the CIF State Championships in their respective playoffs. Campolindo (20-4) earned the No. 1 seed Will Rack Campolindo events. Campolindo’s Aidan Goltra competed in the in the Division II tournament. After dominating the Sam Tuttle Miramonte 3200 meter run. He finished in 11th place. Acalanes’ postseason in the past years, the Cougars were Joshua Chen Miramonte Matt Thomas competed in the discus, finishing in shocked by No. 16 Casa Grande, losing in the open - Matt Moran Miramonte 10th place. ing round 0-1. Spencer Hardwick Miramonte In the Division III playoffs, No. 6 Miramonte (14- Honorable Mention: First Team: 11) defeated Albany 4-3 in a two-day, 18 inning af - Austin Mello Campolindo Michael Wang Acalanes fair. The Mats fell in the next round. Acalanes (16-10) Sam Essabhoy Miramonte Marcus Harland-DunawayCampolindo made some noise as the No. 7 seed. The Dons upset Tyler Henderson Acalanes Alex Hennis Acalanes the No. 2 seed to advance to the semifinals, where Chris Lane Acalanes Dan Cardiff Acalanes they lost to the eventual champions. Alex Wahl Campolindo Nathan Downey Miramonte Aidan Goltra Campolindo Calvin Saribay Acalanes Will Fuller Miramonte Matt Thomas Acalanes Charles O’Brien Miramonte Luke Lundstrom Miramonte Scott Rein Miramonte Second Team: Nick Comly Acalanes Cameron Gaskell Acalanes Andrew Bertics Acalanes Jack Shurtz Campolindo Tiaki Chiba Acalanes Denis Karas Photos Gint Federas Peter Mitchell Sid Vitale Acalanes Honorable Mention: Most Valuable Player: The Lamorinda swim teams finished in the Top 20 at Parker Lothamer Campolindo Denis Karas Campolindo the NCS meet. Campolindo finished in third place Justin Pfaff Campolindo Most Valuable Pitcher: with 187 points. Miramonte took 12th place and Jonathan Rowland Campolindo Matt Ladrech Campolindo Acalanes took 16th place. Niki Moore Campolindo First Team: Jonathan Hughes Campolindo Matt Tuan Campolindo First Team: James Vaccaro Miramonte Austin Wentzel Acalanes Both Miramonte and Campolindo qualified for the Connor McNally Campolindo Alex Shieman Campolindo NCS volleyball tournament. Miramonte (6-8) Logan Boersma Miramonte Peter Brassigna Campolindo earned the No. 9 seed and lost a heartbreaker in the Austin Fisher Acalanes Jolen Griffin Campolindo first round. The Mats were up two games before Max Flower Campolindo Grant Sivesind Campolindo dropping three straight to Livermore for the loss. Scott Singh Campolindo Gabe Ostler Miramonte Going undefeated in league play, Campolindo (32- Drew Anderson Miramonte Tommy Laresen Miramonte 2) earned the No. 1 seed. Campo swept through the Andrew Rosenzweig Miramonte Tyler Kirchberg Miramonte NCS tournament to earn its fourth straight title. Adam Remotto Campolindo Trevor Whitsitt Miramonte Campo then advanced to the Nor-Cal tournament. Second Team: Second Team: The Cougars again swept through the tournament Doug Nimura Acalanes Henry Baer Acalanes to earn the Nor-Cal title for the second straight year. Zach Stromberg Acalanes Jack Peterson Acalanes Bear Smith Campolindo Nick Inserra Acalanes Matt Metheny Miramonte Nicky Erickson Campolindo Max Diaz Acalanes Weston Carpenter Acalanes Bennett Stehr Miramonte Honorable Mention: Daniel Kim Acalanes Brad Robison Acalanes Grant Henderson Acalanes Jack Avery Acalanes Honorable Mention: Jordan Hoover Miramonte Dominic Paoletti Miramonte Miles Kalbus Miramonte Matt Jorgensen Acalanes Ben Skinner Campolindo Both Miramonte and Acalanes qualified for the NCS Gold Glove: tennis tournament. Acalanes (16-5) earned the No. Ben Skinner Campolindo 3 seed and Miramonte (13-5) earned the No. 6 seed. Austin Fisher Acalanes The Mats and Dons faced off in the second round Yize Dong Matt Metheny Miramonte and Miramonte upset its crosstown rival, winning 4- 3. The Mats won in the semifinals and advanced to Most Valuable Player: All three teams placed at the NCS golf tournament. face undefeated No. 1 Dougherty Valley in the finals, Yize Dong Campolindo Campolindo led Lamorinda, earning a third place where they lost 6-1. Acalanes’ Cardiff brothers First Team: finish with a score of 386. Acalanes finished in sev - reached the NCS finals in doubles play. Dan and Ryan Stephen Buhl Campolindo enth overall. Miramonte followed close behind fin - were seeded No. 2 and faced the No. 1 seed from Ryan First Campolindo ishing in eighth place. At the Tournament of Redwood in the finals. The Dons fell 6-2, 4-6, 6-3. Joe Worsley Campolindo Champions, Campolindo earned a second place fin - Griffin Bell Campolindo ish and qualified for the Nor Cal regional tourna - Mitch Brooks Miramonte ment. The Cougars finished fourth overall. Will Second Team: Brueckner of Acalanes qualified as an individual for Michael Standring Campolindo the Nor Cal regional and then earned a spot at the Jack Eisner Campolindo State finals. Brueckner finished in fourth place in the Gage Worsley Campolindo state. Mitchell Tang Miramonte Most Valuable Player: Tommy Graham Acalanes Will Brueckner Acalanes Honorable Mention: First Team: Seth Strumwasser Acalanes Henry Cassriel Miramonte Luke Hoyle Campolindo Manny Manzone Campolindo Elliot Alper Miramonte Second Team: Robert Young Campolindo Jim Coon Campolindo Dan Cardiff Kent Kao Miramonte First Team (single/double): Kennedy Kim Acalanes Dan Cardiff Acalanes Austin Fisher Campolindo Kyle Everly Acalanes Peter Martin Miramonte All three teams qualified for the NCS lacrosse tour - Kyle Rechnitz/Bryce Hummer nament. At 12-7, Campolindo earned the No. 10 Miramonte spot and lost in the first round. 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Clay Courts come to Lamorinda Strokes Take National Titles By Marissa Harnett Submitted by Abby Klinkenberg and Lynn Klinkenberg

Photos provided Varsity Womens 8+, Gold medal (back row): Elizabeth Elmgren, Tara Bozzini (Acalanes), Jen - nifer Mundelius, Abby Vare, Coxswain Margaret Ross (Miramonte), Evelyn McManus (Mira - onger rallies, a forgiving surface, the abil - Many members are surprised by the differ - monte), Olivia Klinkenberg (Acalanes), Marie Johnson (Miramonte), Lindy Clute ity to slide. These are just a few of the ben - e n c e. The clay allows athletes to play longer. “I Lefits of playing tennis on clay courts. Although like it more than I thought I would,” said mem - standard in Europe (red clay) and common on ber Julia Grimsrud. “It’s not as hot and it’s easier the east coast (green clay), clay courts are anom - on my knees.” alies in the west. From the standpoint of developing future In May, the Moraga Valley Swim and Tennis c h a mpions, MVP tennis director Heather Ran - C l u b in Orinda completed the installation of two dolph is thrilled to add clay courts to the club’s Har-Tru (green clay) courts, making them the Junior Program. “It is widely thought that clay only clay courts in the East Bay at the club level. is the best surface to learn tennis on,” she said. Easier to maintain than its red clay counter - Most of the world’s top players train from a p a r t , Har-Tru is actually composed of crushed y o u ng age on clay. The United States Tennis As - stone. The first court of its kind was built in sociation is even starting to acknowledge the 1931 in Hagerstown, Md., and by the 1970s, this importance of training on clay. new surface became wildly popular in the east “It shows them (juniors) how to understand and south. The trend stopped short of the west, t h e construction of a point, and it gets them to however. Only 1 percent of tennis courts in Cal - understand what you need (in order) to have ifornia are clay compared to 50 percent of courts longevity in a point,” Randolph said. in Florida. Resurgence in the popularity of Har- On clay, the ball typically moves slower. Tru, combined with improved strategies for T h i s allows the player more time to reach and keeping the clay moist, has slowly delivered the return it, thereby making points last longer. “On Left to right: Varsity Mens 8+, Silver medal: Daniel Hogan (De LaSalle), Kevin Chang (Bentley green clay to the west. Still, it has been installed clay it is not so easy to hit a winner. Usually it School), Marshall Krock (Monte Vista HS), Christian Cuellar (Alameda HS), Coxswain Hannah mostly at private residences. takes a combination of good shots to get the op - Christopher (Miramonte HS), Josef Starc (Oakland Tech HS), Alexandr Lilichenko (Miramonte MVP tennis pro, Scott Borowiak, who ponent in enough trouble to finish the points,” HS), Viggo Hoite (Berkeley HS), David Parker (Bentley School) Photos provided p l a y ed a major role in acquiring the clay, is ex - said Randolph. “Clay court play develops akland Strokes competed at the US Row - most a boat length ahead of second-place Con - cited to finally have them at the club. While toughness, stamina, patience and strategy that ing Junior Nationals and took home three necticut. hard courts don’t last long before they need re - hard court play does not.” Omedals. Over 130 rowing clubs and 1,800 ath - "It couldn't have gone any better,” said jun - pairs, clay courts are built to last because they All early signs suggest that the clay courts letes from across the country traveled to Lake i o r Marie Johnson. “Our coxswain made a call are dynamic. “MVP, like many, many other h a v e been a worthwhile investment for both Natoma in Folsom to compete at the event in to 'sprint for the five seniors, for all the pieces clubs in northern California, has problems with MVP and the tennis world. “We’re getting calls mid-June. that we've done all year;' we've worked so hard. asphalt courts that crack due to earth move - from all over the Bay Area to come play on the Both the women’s Lightweight 8+ and It's everything I could have wished for – exhil - ments,” explained Borowiak. “Clay courts do clay, especially kids who want to train for na - w o m en’s Varsity 8+ took home the gold medal arating and surreal." not crack and last for 20 to 30 years with only tional events,” Borowiak said. “It’s been an ex - in their respective races, while the men’s Varsity Some of the five graduating seniors missed minor repairs necessary.” citing time.” 8+ took silver. The Lightweight 8+ boat beat out t h e i r graduations to compete. The graduates will longtime rival, Long Beach, for the first place be joining university rowing programs at Har - finish. vard, Brown (2), Michigan, and UC Berkeley in Seals End Season in New York The women’s Varsity 8+ boat finished al - the fall. Submitted by Matt Hansen and Jon Zuber A’s Go all the Way Submitted by Christine Curran

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he LBA Seals completed their spring sea - tion knockout bracket. Lamorinda's bats stayed son by competing in a 104-team national hot, notching 14 runs while holding the Illinois Back row, from left: Coach Brian Green, manager Len Curran, coach Matt Patterson; middle row: Ttournament at Cooperstown Dreams Park from opponent to one run. On the final day of play, Aaron Zemelman, Marco Green, Ben Goldzband, Luke Seeyle, Jackson Cano, Ben Foox; bottom row: Quincey Patterson, Blake Chehlaoui, Nick Curran, Jackson Hink, Riley Bonner and Everett Glass June 14-20. The Seals dominated the first three the Seals lost and were knocked out of the tour - days of pool play, going 6-0 and defeating teams nament, finishing at No. 9. Along with playing, he Lafayette Little League Athletics to the wins. The A's represented Lafayette from Ohio, Colorado, Washington, Georgia, the Seals were able to enjoy visiting the National clinched the AA Championship by well by winning their first game of the Dis - Florida, and Virginia. Lamorinda was awarded Baseball Hall of Fame. Twinning two games on June 7. Great pitch - trict 4 Tournament of Champions against An - the No. 3 seed moving into the single-elimina - ing, defense and timely hitting all contributed tioch. Submit stories to [email protected] (we prefer to receive your original photo file, minimum size: 200 dpi and 1200 pixels wide) Page: C4 LAMORINDA WEEKLY www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 Wednesday, July 2, 2014

National Recognition AB Wins Tournament of Champions Submitted by Natalie Lane Submitted by Buddy Rowell

Bottom row, from left: Tyler Schenone, Simon Oh, Seppi Ortman, Brian Merken, Parker Win - datt, and John Torchio; top row: Coach Buddy Rowell, Ryan Regan, coach Craig Mizell, Vince Mossotti, Kyle Mizell, Robby Rowell, coach Conner Hulse, Jake Finegold, Sam Walker, and coach Greg Ditmer calanes High School senior Chris Lane lected to represent the Western Region at the dvanced Baseball’s 14U Blues (39-3) In the finals, the Blues defeated Pleasanton Awas named to the 2014 Brine National Brine National Lacrosse Classic. The tourna - won their second consecutive Gold Divi - N a t ional, 12-5. The Blues’ offense was led by a High School All-American team. He was se - ment is played June 30-July 3 in Maryland. Asion regular season title, and on June 13-14, they three-RBI performance by Robby Rowell, in - won the 2014 California District 57 14U Gold cluding a two-run homerun in the first inning Tournament of Champions. which started a six-run rally. Regan also scored Red-Hot Reds Win Title In the semifinals, the Blues defeated Walnut twice. Mossotti and Sam Walker both had three- Submitted by Kathi Torres C r e ek 14-5. Kyle Mizell pitched five solid in - hit games. John Torchio was stellar behind the nings and Ryan Regan was perfect in relief. The plate, and Simon Oh and Seppi Ortman pro - Blues' offense was led by Vince Mossotti and vided solid defense behind their lefty-ace Brian homeruns from Mizell, Parker Windatt, and Merken (5.1) and Schenone (1.2), who closed Jake Finegold (grand slam). Tyler Schenone the game. also reached base three times. Spring League Champs Submitted by Max Truax

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wo Lafayette AB 13U teams duked it To reach the finals, the Red team earned a out in the Advanced Baseball 13 Divi - d e c isive 11-1 victory over No. 1 Canyon Tsion Championship game. On June 8, the Reds Creek. Meanwhile, the Royals stayed tough in and the Royals faced off. The Royals took an their playoff game against Granada, scoring early lead, but the Reds came back and won five runs in the bottom of the seventh to grab 11-10. the walk-off win. From left, back row: Coach Billal Samy, Jonathan Montoya, Jack Nunn, Simon Neuwirth-Stein, Hari Stoyanov, Jacob Tabibian, Danilo Mendoza, Jamiel Liu; front row: Luke Rodriguez, Greg Kornguth, Charlie Peacock, Steven Metcalf, Justin Truax, Kade Finegold, Alex Clare, Andrew Cusumano

Softball All-Stars’ Game he Lamorinda Soccer Club’s boys’ Finegold, Jack Nunn, and Luke Rodriguez, Submitted by Joyce Mirabito U11 Navy team went undefeated this and goalies Jacob Tabibian and Simon Tspring, winning the league with a record of Neuwirth-Stein. The team also had a potent 9-1-0. The team had a strong defense, led by offense, with 31 goals in 10 games scored by defenders Jamiel Liu, Danilo Mendoza, Kade nine different players. Aquanuts Compete at Nationals Submitted by Linda Bowers

From left, back row: Tony Rago, Rob Storrs, Saul Tallarico; middle row: Marina Rago, Parisa Shapoorian, Evi Storrs, Amarita Malhotra, Sarah Tallarico, Olivia Mirabito; bottom row: Madison Nazemi, Sophia Charlton, Ella Johnston, Chase Obstinik, Elissa Goldman, Aubrey Fitzsimmons Photo Andrea Nazemi LMYA softball hosted the fourth grade all-star softball game at Acalanes High School on June 7. The game ended with a final score of 9-4. Riding to Nationals Submitted by Tracey Seals rinda’s Jamie Seals Photo provided Ocompeted in the he Walnut Creek Aquanuts synchronized petitions. At the Regionals, the 10U “A” team Arabian Horse Associa - swimming team sent seven members to took first place in the team event, the 11/12 “A” tion’s Regional Champi - Tthe 2014 U.S. eSynchro Age Group Synchro - and “B” team took second and third respec - onship on June 21-22 in nized Swimming Championships last weekend. tively, and the 13-15 “A” team took second. Santa Barbara. Seals, a 13- The largest synchronized swimming meet in the At the qualifying meet, Lafayette’s Emma year-old, earned a Reserve world began on June 27 and will continue N g o and Yara Elian finished first in Duet and Championship in “Half through July 5. second in Solo, respectively. Orinda’s Daria Arabian” Junior. She com - The Aquanuts qualified at Regionals to Torba finished first in Solo and second in Duet. peted in the 18U section. c o m pete in the team, solo, duet, and trio com - Her top finish qualified her for the Youth National Championships that will be held mid-July in Albu - Follow us on querque. Twitter@ LamorindaSports Photo provided amorinda LOUR HOMES Lamorinda Weekly Volume 08 Issue 9 Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Cynthia Brian’s G ardening Guide fo r July . .. read on p age D13 Stylish Solutions Decorating with Red, White and Blue By Ann McDonald ed, white and blue are quintessential summer colors. Let’s be honest, your first Rthought about decorating the living room doesn’t automatically go to the Amer - ican Flag. When you start to train your eye and see color combinations, however, you will be shocked at how often this classic color combination pops up. These colors are actually incredibly easy to work with. Red, white and blue can be placed into almost any color story. The good news: I will teach you a few tricks so you can think outside the box with m y T op Stylish Solutions for red, white and blue decorating. 1) Get to know your undertones. An undertone is the foundation of the color or re - duced color. You can mix any color with another, as long as the undertone is the same. This is one of those color theory truths many homeowners don’t understand. It is single handedly responsible for sending us to the funny farm when trying to choose a basic white. The easiest way to find the undertone is to look at the paint sample with variations o f c o lor from light to dark. Is it pink at the bottom and deep red at the top? The under - tone is pink. Find a similar color of red where the light color at the bottom is yellow? The undertone is yellow. If you are mixing red with blue, you can match any tone as long as the undertones are the same. Look for a blue and red that stem from the same undertone and they will work together. In a current Moraga family room project, we brought in deep cranberry reds in t h e b oucle (for a large custom ottoman), a woven blue and white square pattern (side chair) and then a graphic bright red and white pattern with the same undertones (cus - tom bench). What could have been loud and overdone became accessible and easy to live with simply by using and understanding tone. The floors are a gorgeous deep brown hardwood and the custom chesterfields a r i c h f elt grey menswear fabric from Scotland – all with the same undertones. ... continued on page D4

Here we used two contemporary pieces in a traditional living room: a graphic blue lamp, white lacquer table and mixed stacks of design books, but added the tassel in red with the same undertones as the antique cabinet in the back. We also looked for books to stack that had varying tones of red and blue in their bindings. Photos courtesy Couture Chateau llc, photos Faryn Davis Photography Page: D2 OUR HOMES W ed., July 2, 2014

VLATKA BATHGATE IF I HAD A BUYER FOR YOUR Lamorinda Home Sales recorded HOME WOULD YOU SELL IT? City Last reported: LOWEST AMOUNT: HIGHEST AMOUNT: Call me at 925 597 1573 LAFAYETTE 15 $489,000 $1,949,000 MORAGA 11 $550,000 $1,625,000 [email protected] ORINDA 14 $875,000 $2,950 ,000 CalBRE#01390784 Home sales are compiled by Cal REsource, an Oakland real estate information company. Sale prices are computed from the county transfer tax in - formation shown on the deeds that record at close of escrow and are published five to eight weeks after such recording. This information is obtained from public county records and is provided to us by California REsource. Neither Cal REsource nor this publication are liable for errors or omissions. LAFAYETTE 975 1st Street, $850,000, 3 Bdrms, 1223 SqFt, 1938 YrBlt, 5-30-14; FOR SALE FOR SALE Previous Sale: $840,000, 03-09-07 67 Barbara Rd, Orinda, 588 Dalewood Dr, Orinda, 3317 Betty Lane, $770,000, 3 Bdrms, 1291 SqFt, 1952 YrBlt, 6-3-14 Offered at $998,000 Offered at $1,749,000 3230 Burton Court, $1,326,000, 3 Bdrms, 1833 SqFt, 1957 YrBlt, 6-3-14 Downtown Orinda with Spectacular Views Romantic Retreat in Orinda Downs 3237 Camino Diablo, $1,195,000, 3 Bdrms, 3694 SqFt, 1981 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Previous Sale: $819,000, 05-30-02 3204 Glenside Drive, $1,188,000, 4 Bdrms, 2802 SqFt, 1941 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Previous Sale: $1,100,000, 07-14-06 3284 Marlene Drive, $489,000, 3 Bdrms, 1160 SqFt, 1981 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Previous Sale: $345,000, 10-30-09 945 Mountain View Drive, $565,000, 1 Bdrms, 867 SqFt, 1949 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Previous Sale: $549,000, 10-05-06 1245 Panorama Drive, $1,710,000, 3 Bdrms, 2632 SqFt, 1951 YrBlt, 6-3-14; High end updates in this exquisite 4 bd/ Previous Sale: $563,500, 03-20-92 3 baths, 2373 sqft approx. home with 3168 Rohrer Drive, $900,000, 4 Bdrms, 1752 SqFt, 1952 YrBlt, 5-28-14; additional 200sqft of bonus/exercise room. Orinda Downs luxury awaits you in this Previous Sale: $73,000, 11-24-76 Attention to details. Incredible views of enchanting residence with tranquil setting 533 Silverado Drive, $1,080,000, 4 Bdrms, 1707 SqFt, 1963 YrBlt, 6-6-14 Orinda including downtown and Theatre. on over-sized lot with playful flat areas. 3742 Sundale Road, $540,000, 3 Bdrms, 933 SqFt, 1951 YrBlt, 6-5-14; FOR SALE SALE PENDING Previous Sale: $635,000, 07-24-07 953 Bridgecrossing Way, Concord , 1079 Sunrise Ridge Drive, $1,191,000, 4 Bdrms, 3615 SqFt, 1997 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Offered at $370,000 42 Knox Dr, Lafayette Previous Sale: $1,164,000, 04-30-13 1720 Toyon Road, $1,825,000, 4 Bdrms, 3920 SqFt, 1998 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Charming Retreat in Hidden Valley Previous Sale: $2,550,000, 08-02-07 960 Yorkshire Court, $1,235,000, 3 Bdrms, 2243 SqFt, 1941 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Previous Sale: $320,000, 09-23-94 501 Winchester Court, $1,949,000, 5 Bdrms, 3798 SqFt, 1989 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Previous Sale: $1,550,000, 12-03-03 ... continued on page D11

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A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity… 26 Cosso Court, Lafayette East Coast meets West Coast in this exquisite 4BR/4BA (plus 2 half bathroom) custom gem located in the heart of Happy Valley on a private cul-de-sac. Designed by local architect, Alan Page, built by (and for) the Branagh family, timeless nishes , impeccable design and unparalleled quality are evident throughout this exceptional estate. Situated on a 1.13± acre, pancake-at dream parcel, the exterior grounds include an outdoor loggia with wood-burning replace, Mugnaini pizza oven and a fully appointed outdoor kitchen, salt water pool with spa and play area, oversized patio, Bocce ball court, raised vegetable beds, and a 1BR/1BA guest house above the detached 2nd 2-car garage. Offered at $5,850,000 | 26CossoCourt.com

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Stylish Solutions Decorating with Red, White and Blue ... continued from page D1 2) Look for something close by that is red, white or blue as a starting point. Trust me, when we were first contacted about an historic exterior on a major corner in Berkeley my heart skipped a beat. The building was out - dated and needed major restoration. The old colors were all off. The owners wanted something fresh and I had one chance to get the color right. A wrong tone, especially when my first thought went to red in Berkeley, and we’d have the Cal Marching Band saying “Take off that red paint!” This Cal alum dec - orator didn’t want to get the proverbial axe. What did I do? I started with the blue from the nearby street signs and t h e r e d from the brick at the back of the building. I used that as a jumping off point for our main color selections, diminished the colors to common undertones in both red and blue, and applied the triad rule from the color wheel. The shades then fell into place. There was a great deal of testing and we actually have four shades of red as an accent, but it was so fun. Sometimes you have to go bold. The next time you are considering an update, look around. What in y o u r home is red, white or blue. Is it a stack of books? Is it a simple accessory from Home Goods? Then use them and group them! Get intentional about those details and your space will perk up imme - d i a t e ly. ... continued on page D8

A classic tonal red, white and blue color story is being used for this residential project in Moraga. The undertone is brown-beige. Classic Glorietta Charmer COMING SOON!

This fabulous traditional home has been lovingly maintained to preserve the original charm and beautifully updated for today’s lifestyle. The home is approximately 2249 sq. ft., with four bedrooms…including an en suite master with separate sitting room, three baths, formal dining room, gracious living room, and separate family room. The kitchen opens to and inviting deck with lovely views from the breakfast nook. The private .40 acre lot offers garden and play areas, patios, and decks…great outdoor living. A perfect setting for family gatherings and entertaining friends.

Presented by SUE LAYNG Cell: 925-963-7189 [email protected] www.SueLayng.com ASSOCIATES CalBRE # 000970956 REAL ESTATE Recently Updated! 28 Calvin Court, Orinda 4 Bedrooms • 3.5 Baths • 3146 Square Feet • Pool • Guest House • 2 Extra Lots Located at the end of a cul-de-sac, in a private location with fantastic views, this remarkably updated home boasts lovely indoor-outdoor living. • Guest House with hardwood floors, office area, bath, and fireplace • Pool with mini kitchen • Sun porch - logia, great for morning breakfasts • Garden for fresh veggies www.28CalvinCourt.com Offered at $2,395,000

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1 Virginia Drive, Orinda 2BD / 2BA with 1,478 sq. feet featuring vaulted ceilings, sweeping Spacious Glorietta rancher on large .69± acre lot. views & two car garage. Tasteful updates and outdoor spaces. Walk Approximately 2309± sq. ft. with 3BR/2BA, dual pane to Trails. An Urban Sanctuary for you to discover! windows & doors, hardwood floors, central heat & A/C, alarm system and paver driveway. Minutes to Glorietta Elementary (check availability) and Meadow Swim & Tennis Club. Kress Hauri/Larry Jacobs 925.899.5739/925.788.1362 û!.! ƫ0ƫĸāČāăĀČĀĀĀƫđƫ((ƫ"+.ƫ)+.!ƫ%*"+.)0%+* [email protected] Paul & Virginia Ratto [email protected] 925.998.9501 [email protected] www.RattoandRatto.com License #: 00900621 | 01361537 CalBRE#01465617/#01495118 89 Davis Road Suite 100, Orinda Soraya G Soraya G Soraya G SSorayaoraya GG Soraya Golesorkhi, Realtor ® With Soraya…. It’s Simple! SorayaSoraya G G SorayaTop 3G0 Coldwell BankSeroraya San Fra nGcisco Bay Area Soraya550 Orindawoods G Dr. Orinda 63 Moraga Via, Moraga Soraya72 Silverwood G Dr. LafayeƩe $1,875,000 550 Orindawoods Dr. Orinda 550 Orindawoods Dr. Orinda 550 Orindawoods Dr. Orinda 63 Moraga Via, Moraga $1,410,000 550 63Orindawoods Moraga$1,175,000 Via, Dr. Moraga Orinda 72 63Silverwood63 Moraga Moraga Via, Dr.Via, MoragaLafaye MoragaƩ e 72 Silverwood Dr. LafayeƩe Represented the Buyer 72 Silverwood$1,875,000 Dr. Lafaye Ʃe $1,875,000 72 Silverwood Dr. LafayeƩe $1,875,000 $1,410,000 Represented the Buyer $1,875,000$1,410,000 $1,175,000$1,410,000$1,410,000 $1,175,000 Represented$1,175,000 the Buyer Represented the Buyer $1,175,000 Represented the Buyer Represented the Buyer Happy 4th RepresentedoRepresentedf Ju the thel yBuyer Buyer! RepresentedRepresented the the Buyer Buyer

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Stylish Solutions Decorating with Red, White and Blue ... continued from page D4 3) Understand that mixing textures and types is what takes it to the next level. Mix it up to look more expensive. This season we had an abundance of red, white and blue projects. From rental properties in Tahoe to traditional in Moraga, many clients were drawn to this combination. To keep red, white and blue projects from being too “room in a box,” w e m ix textures and types. Get comfortable mixing simple cotton prints with heavier crewel fabrics or buying one yard of an over the top fabric and upholstering a simple vintage foot stool with it, then bringing it down a level by using woven or natural fibers such as with a tray, or use a blue grass cloth. I like using stacks of books, which you can purchase second hand, s i n g l e tassels and white ceramic accessories to fill out statement rooms with red and blue. Easily changed, these are good places to start. Mistakes aren’t costly and you can practice with scale. Whatever you choose, make a statement, do it with style, and live a c u s t o m life!

Ann McDonald, IIDA, NAPO, is the Founder/CEO of Couture Chateau, a lux - ury interior design firm in Orinda. If you are interested in chatting about your next decorating project, give us a call at (925) 386-0720 – we’re here all summer. For more photos of red, white and blue projects, visit www.couturechateau.com/blog. Old books from the Met are flanked by simple accessories from Home Goods for less than $50. Removing the glossy covers from the books helps with tones. Andy Scheck

From: Wendy Scheck Sent: Friday, June 27, 2014 5:52 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Truitt and White

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BIyt Cíasthy Daau smGan ray (Water) Day, Lamorinda n abundance of late spring rain storms makes it difficult for Lamorin - to take the burden off existing water infrastructure dans to accept California still suffers from drought. Still, when it comes (http://sfwater.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=55). Lafayette ex - Ato residential water use, weather experts insist we must learn to live pects contractors to supply rain barrel collectors and dig pits to collect groundwater with less. So you’ve installed low flow shower heads and learned to brush your teeth runoff into aquifers at new construction sites. with the tap off. What more can be done? Hello, gray water recycling! For residential use, Leuteneker described three ways to glean gray water: from You might not even realize it, but gray water recycling is already a reality in the roof, from storm water runoff, and through gray water recycling. Capturing rain - commercial car washes (which can operate at up to 95 percent efficiency) and com - w a t e r runoff from the roof into a gravity fed system is simple, state approved, and m e r c ial laundries. California’s newly revised (January, 2014) Uniform Plumbing requires no permit. Storm water runoff – rainwater from larger, flat surfaces (a drive - Code defines gray water as “untreated waste water which has not come into contact way or patio) must be treated. Leuteneker is most excited, though, about gray water with toilet waste.” Gray water includes water from bath and shower drains, wash recycling. basins, washing machines (except loads of soiled diapers), and laundry tubs. Laundry Professional gray water recycling systems are custom engineered and assembled water from soiled diapers is classified as black water, as is waste water from kitchen on site, but a do-it-yourselfer can recycle water from washing machine to garden use sinks, photo lab sinks, and dishwashers, none of which can currently be recycled. ( L e u teneker calls it “laundry to landscape”) simply and inexpensively with a three- Andy Scheck captures gray water from the tub otherwise headed for the drain way valve and hose. Out of pocket cost, depending on hose length, runs between with a pump placed just outside the bathroom window. The water gets used to water $150 and $500. An older style top-load washer yields about 45 gallons of gray water h i s fl owers and fruit trees. (See story at http://www.lamorindaweekly.com/ per load. Running two loads a week for a year makes 4,500 gallons available for sec - archive/issue0401/Catching-the-Rain.html) “It’s all about storage,” said Erik ondary use. Leuteneker, of Reflow Water Works. A contractor, Leuteneker is learning this new You’ll want to use low-phosphate detergent and non-chlorine bleach; both of business from the ground up … or more precisely, down. He’s had endless conver - which are available in local stores. A permit is required only if your gray water recy - sations with municipal and county permit, engineering and health department per - c l i n g system involves tank storage or pumps. Most gray water recycling technology sonnel. Japanese, German, Israeli and Australian gray water recycling is far more is fairly similar, Leuteneker said, differing only by how the system filters the water. advanced, Leuteneker said, citing the Australian Nubian Water Systems Standard filtration uses a bio membrane, ultra violet light or chemicals. It simply (http://www.nubian.com.au). becomes a matter of environmental stewardship. Closer to home, “San Francisco is on the cutting edge,” he said. New develop - “You recycle everything [else],” he said. “Why not lightly used residential ments over 100,000 square feet are required to have water recycling systems on site water? I don’t see any downside.”

Additional Gray Water Recycling Resources For more information call (734) 476-2543 or email [email protected]. Many gray water recycling sources are available online, including: http://www.urbanfarmerstore.com/pdflibrary/rainwater-harvesting/ http://greywateraction.org/ http://pacinst.org/ Gray water recycling comes to the Alameda County Fair July 3: http://www.alamedacountyfair.com/2014fair/index.php Greywater Design and Installation Workshop (Richmond) Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. DIY gray water system parts available through www.urbanfarmerstore.com. Download the San Francisco gray water design manual for outdoor irrigation (83 pages) http://sfwater.org/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=55 Additional websites: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Laundry-Water-Recycler-Gray-Water-S/ http://www.letsgogreen.com/greywater-recycling.html (Canada) http://www.sustainable.com.au/greywater-treatment.html (Australia) http://www.greywater.com/ (private author) http://extension.ucdavis.edu/unit/green_building_and_sustainability/pdf/resources/greywater.pdf Wed., July 2, 2014 OUR HOMES Pag e: D11 655 Augusta Drive, Moraga Moraga Country Club Townhouse Expanded 2 Bdr (from 3 Bdr) 3 Bath, 1 Half Bath Loft with Built-in Cabinets 2,352 Square Feet, Approx. Exp. Bath Master Suite w/ Lamorinda Home Sales recorded refinished Marble, Euro Décor ... continued from page D2 Cabinets, Recessed Lighting MORAGA 3 Skylights, Blackout curtains 653 Augusta Drive, $751,000, 3 Bdrms, 2148 SqFt, 1976 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Granite Kitchen, Extended Family Previous Sale: $795,000, 07-24-08 Room, Newly Painted, New Solid 1320 Bollinger Canyon, $1,290,000, 4489 SqFt, 1983 YrBlt, 6-3-14; Hardwood First Floor, French Previous Sale: $1,075,000, 10-06-09 Doors to Patio from Dining and 394 Calle La Montana, $1,019,500, 3 Bdrms, 1756 SqFt, 1971 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Living Rooms, Closets, Closets, Previous Sale: $679,000, 09-06-02 Closets, Level Lot 1443 Camino Peral, $710,000, 3 Bdrms, 1697 SqFt, 1973 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Offered at $839,000 Previous Sale: $380,000, 03-13-02 12 Doral Drive, $865,000, 2 Bdrms, 1857 SqFt, 1978 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Previous Sale: $800,000, 05-02-07 Jason Evans 17 Francisca Drive, $600,000, 2 Bdrms, 1211 SqFt, 1984 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Mobile: 925-788-3889 Previous Sale: $650,000, 06-21-06 [email protected] 2 Magee Court, $1,625,000, 3 Bdrms, 2920 SqFt, 1984 YrBlt, 5-30-14; www.JasonEvansRealEstate.com Previous Sale: $775,000, 06-01-98 DRE#01887768 40 Merrill Circle #S, $1,210,000, 3 Bdrms, 2946 SqFt, 1988 YrBlt, 6-5-14; ©2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Previous Sale: $600,000, 07-25-91 Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office is owned by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. DRE License # 01908304 106 Miramonte Drive, $560,000, 2 Bdrms, 1514 SqFt, 1965 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Previous Sale: $381,000, 04-19-02 1537 Moraga Way, $550,000, 2 Bdrms, 1548 SqFt, 1974 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Previous Sale: $220,000, 04-02-91 40 Wandel Drive, $700,000, 3 Bdrms, 1544 SqFt, 1962 YrBlt, 6-4-14 THE BEST MOVE YOU WILL EVER MAKE ORINDA 25 Bel Air Drive, $1,010,000, 3 Bdrms, 1429 SqFt, 1959 YrBlt, 5-27-14; Previous Sale: $700,000, 07-10-09 36 Candle Terrace, $2,950,000, 4 Bdrms, 4865 SqFt, 1993 YrBlt, 6-6-14 484 Dalewood Drive, $2,205,000, 5 Bdrms, 4124 SqFt, 1972 YrBlt, 5-29-14; Previous Sale: $1,595,000, 06-16-11 2 Easton Court, $963,000, 4 Bdrms, 2119 SqFt, 1956 YrBlt, 6-5-14 364 El Toyonal, $1,140,000, 4 Bdrms, 2137 SqFt, 1960 YrBlt, 5-28-14; A Locally Grown Experienced Realtor! Previous Sale: $341,000, 09-23-94 Serving Lamorinda and the Surrounding Communities! 26 Fern Way, $875,000, 3 Bdrms, 1844 SqFt, 1968 YrBlt, 6-3-14; Previous Sale: $854,000, 08-14-07 JUSTIN BUNDY, REALTOR 101 Meadow View Road, $1,200,000, 3 Bdrms, 1811 SqFt, 1952 YrBlt, 5-29-14; Previous Sale: $742,000, 08-23-02 As an East Bay native, I bring to my clients the knowledge & experience 42 Morello Place, $1,383,500, 6-4-14 of living & working in the East Bay Area throughout my entire life. 50 Morello Place, $1,332,500, 6-4-14 This gives me a tremendous advantage in knowing the subtle 206 Overhill Road, $1,170,000, 3 Bdrms, 1844 SqFt, 1950 YrBlt, 5-30-14; differences that make each community unique. Previous Sale: $950,000, 09-01-06 95 Scenic Drive, $2,250,000, 4 Bdrms, 3791 SqFt, 1974 YrBlt, 5-30-14; Previous Sale: $1,650,000, 07-09-09 129 Sleepy Hollow Lane, $1,125,000, 3 Bdrms, 2337 SqFt, 1950 YrBlt, 5-30-14 Justin Bundy, CalBRE #01376492 89 Tarry Lane, $1,218,000, 3 Bdrms, 1711 SqFt, 1956 YrBlt, 6-6-14; Office: 925-855-4030 Previous Sale: $803,500, 04-15-11 Mobile: 925-330-0579 J. Rockcliff [email protected] 119 Via Floreado, $2,150,000, 4 Bdrms, 3362 SqFt, 2003 YrBlt, 5-28-14; REALTORS Previous Sale: $2,050,000, 05-30-08 www.JustinBundy.com Page: D 1 2 LAMORINDA WEEKLY OUR HOMES www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Watching for Wildfire in Lamorinda Red Flag Fire Patrol

By Csamtahll ycr oDwda guatshemreda antop Moraga’s Donald Drive July 4, 2013. Most came to for the Aridgeline view of local fireworks, but others came to work. They were participants in Lamorinda’s first Red Flag Fire Patrol – volunteers from Moraga-Orinda Fire District’s Commu - nications Support-245. They brought binoculars and radios, and took turns in the hot sun and cool evening scanning surrounding hills for signs of smoke or fire. They had been trained to look for wild fire and describe it well – its smoke color, plume s i z e , n earby hazards and roads, fire fuel, size and direction of burn. This year fire stations in both Alameda and Contra Costa County will fly red flags distributed by Diablo FireSafe Council, when warnings are issued by the National Weather Service. Lamorinda’s Red Flag Patrol will be on the job again this year. Keith Riley, who worked the afternoon shift last year, remembers “lots of interaction with t h e p ublic, who seemed surprised, but pleased that we were on watch." Carol Bergren remembers overlooking Orinda Intermediate School grounds (the site of an earlier fire) and seeing “all the way to Diablo, Tilden Park maybe even to San Jose, and of course the whole valley south of Orinda and Moraga.” Fortunately, shifts were pretty much uneventful, said volunteer Patti Young. “There was one small ruckus at the country club, but it was taken care of pretty quickly,” she added. “I don't recall even seeing any backyard barbecues,” added Riley. “It was a great team; not hard work, just hot, and I would gladly sign up for another tour of d u t y , ” Bergren said. Photo Cathy Dausman

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Cynthia Brianís Gardening Guide for July “All good things are wild and free.” – Henry David Thoreau By Cynthia Brian Summer is here in its full glory with the Fourth of July promise of parades, pancake break - fasts, barbecues, fireworks, and family fun. Our dry hills glisten golden while water con - servation is the talk of the town. The warm winter allowed fruit trees to burst into bloom only to have the blossoms knocked to the ground by a late rain. Ripening fruit is sparse, if nonexistent, except for certain varieties. My experiment of early vegetable planting in April resulted in plants that didn’t survive the acute climate changes. Despite this dismal failure, I’m glad I attempted the unexpected. Next spring I’ll wait until the optimum moment to transplant seedlings. On the positive side, plants that froze have recovered and are thriving. Other than straightforward yard maintenance, July is relatively labor-free since we’ve al - ready done all the really hard work in preparation for the season. Sit on the patio, pour yourself a cold one, and enjoy living in the land of the free. • RETHINK summer beverages by making your own flavored waters with fruits and herbs from your garden. Add mint, cucumbers, tangerines, basil, and berries to your favorite cocktail for a splash of sunshine. • REMOVE your lawn and replace it with an East Bay Municipal Utility District sus - tainable landscape option and you’ll qualify for a rebate of 50 cents per square foot of grass removed. Call (866) 403-2683 to schedule an appointment. • CONSERVE moisture by adding 2-3 inches of mulch to your landscape if you haven’t already. Visit www.EBMUD.com for discount coupons on purchasing mulch. • WATER early in the morning or evening to eliminate evaporation and water deeply yet infrequently. It’s hot and deep watering encourages a deeper root system. • SOAK tree roots with a deep soaker. While lawns will come back if they are not wa - tered, your trees will die without H20. Buy a deep soaker rod and use it. • LINGER on a bench at the beach, in your garden, or at the park to enjoy the scenery. • GROW your own vegetables, fruits, and herbs and be water-wise. Home gardeners use 1/4 to 1/8 less water than commercial growers for the same produce. • ADD straw to beds as an excellent covering that provides a habitat for beneficial mi - crobes while keeping the soil moist. • THIN apricots, peaches, pears, apples, and lemons on your trees to allow for a tastier, larger fruit harvest when ripe. Thin the fruit on your tress. Santa Rosa plums are ripening but the large ... continued on page D14 crop could break the limbs. Photos Cynthia Brian

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Cynthia Brianís Gardening Guide for July ... continued from page D13 • PROPAGATE herbs such as lovage and lemon grass and edible flowers like nasturtiums and cal - endula for a perennial party of exotic flavors. • INCREASE the amount of sunscreen you use while in the garden. Make sure to re-apply often, wear a hat, and sunglasses to protect your eyes. • EAT fresh organic eggs as eggs currently sold in supermarkets are nutritionally inferior to eggs produced by hens raised on pasture. Testing has found that, compared to official U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrient data for commercial eggs, eggs from hens raised on pasture contain 1/3 less cholesterol, 1/4 less saturated fat, 2/3 more vita - min A, two times more omega-3 fatty acids, three times more vitamins, and seven times more beta carotene. • CLEAR debris, leaves, limbs, dead grass, wood, reeds, and all flammable materials from around the perimeter of your home. Fire danger is high all summer. Red and white cyclamen, blue lobelia, white peren - Uncle Sam rides happily amidst a plethora of potted • PREPARE to pay more for fresh produce at your nial alyssum paired with variegated society garlic plants. local grocer and farmers’ market if you haven’t makes a festive moveable display. grown your own. • SPRINKLE Growstone’s Gnat Nix®, a non-toxic, chemical-free fungus gnat control top dressing made from recycled landfill glass on the surface of your containers and beds to reduce gnats on plants, indoors and out. www.growstone.com. • VOLUNTEER in a city or community garden even if you are not a gardener. Research indicates that even a little digging in the dirt boosts sero - tonin levels and decreases depression. • LEARN from your mistakes. Don’t get frazzled when something you planted doesn’t grow in a particular spot. Plants wither and die. Plant some - thing else. • CUT back alliums after they are dry to encourage new growth and naturalization. • CHECK yourself for ticks every time you come in from the outdoors. Ticks will jump on your body during hiking, gardening, or just strolling. (I’ve had four hitchhike so far this season!) • WALK around your garden daily to observe what is new, what needs attention, and to admire your The delicate blue Nigela flower makes a wonderful cut flower, and next month the pod will be the star. artistry. Wed., July 2, 2014 OUR HOMES Pag e: D15

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Get a rebate from EBMUD when you substitute lawn for sustainable landscaping such as this agave, aloe, and gravel yard. • DECORATE for Independence Day by filling con - tainers with the colors of our flag. Red and white cycla - men, blue lobelia, white perennial alyssum paired with variegated society garlic makes a festive moveable display. Lic.: #611120 • NAP in the shade. You deserve a break today. & Landscaping Family owned in Moraga since 1987 Wishing you a fabulous Fourth of July with family and Your friendly neighborhood friends. Be safe, be wild, be free! Happy gardening and arborists Darren and Lew Edwards happy growing! IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR Time to Prune - Proper pruning is essential in developing a tree with a strong structure and desirable form. Trees that receive the appropriate pruning measures while they are young will require little corrective pruning when they mature. Proper technique is essential. Each cut has the potential to change the growth of the tree. Poor pruning can cause damage that lasts for the life of the tree. So don't wait until it's too late, have a complete inspection by a Su Certified Arborist at Advance Tree Service and Landscaping. mme Men r Sp tion eci and this al rec ad Advance Tree Service 1 eive ©2014 5% Exp ires J o Your Authority on Trees and Landscape. uly 30 ff Cynthia Brian , 2014 The Goddess Gardener Starstyle® Productions, llc 925-376-6528 [email protected] [email protected] www.advancetree.com www.GoddessGardener.com Follow us on Twitter (advancetree) and like us on Face Book I am available as a speaker, designer, and consultant. (ADVANCETREESERVICEANDLANDSCAPINGINC.) Lamorinda’s Leading Independent Real Estate Firm

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