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VOLUME LVI, NUMBER 21 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN, LIVERMORE, PLEASANTON, SUNOL Initiative Would Allow Voters to Decide Livermore Downtown Plan A recently formed committee, will be able to choose between the He explained, “The council of the elements that community Citizens for a Livermore Central city’s existing downtown plan and ignored what the majority of citi- members had opposed. Park, reported that they are fil- an alternative. zens said they wanted in the city’s “By turning to the initiative ing an initiative with the City of Bill Dunlop, chair of the orga- Outreach Process. As a result, process, ‘we, the people’ can now Livermore this week that outlines nization, stated in a press release, more than 6400 voters signed a choose the plan that is best for our See Inside Section A Section A is filled with a new plan for the center of the “The Central Park Plan provides referendum petition last year ex- community,” Dunlop stated. information about arts, city. Within the next two weeks, better parks and better parking, pecting to vote on the city’s plan, He continued, “The Livermore people, entertainment and they expect to begin collecting for a better Livermore. The City but the council declined to put the Central Park Plan area is located special events. There are signatures for the initiative to Council was given a once in a life- referendum on the ballot. Because on the former Lucky site and the education stories, a variety qualify it for the ballot. Once the time opportunity to create some- referendums by law are limited portion of the Livermore Valley of features, and the arts required signatures are gathered, thing special on the 8.2 acres of in scope, the council was able to Center west of the Bankhead The- and entertainment and the initiative will be put to a vote city owned land in the downtown adopt the referendum, then work ater. The entire development will bulletin board. of the people. In effect, residents core; they failed to do so.” around it to maintain virtually all (See INITIATIVE, page 12) Work Begins on Housing For Special Needs People A groundbreaking ceremony similar to senior living. All units for Sunflower Hill at Irby Ranch, will provide an affordable and in- a residential community spe- dependent living opportunity with cifically designed for individuals monthly rents 20 to 60 percent of with special needs, took place last the area median income. Thursday in Pleasanton. Residents will have access to The City of Pleasanton, Sun- community amenities, such as flower Hill, Alameda County multi-use sports facilities, fitness and Satellite Affordable Housing room, makerspace rooms, commu- Associates (SAHA) have worked nity gathering areas, therapeutic in partnership to make the project spa and caretaker respite areas. In a reality. addition, residents will have the Scheduled for completion in option to elect a meal plan service. spring 2020, the 1.64 acre inno- On-site property management, vative residential community will tenant services and activities will offer 31 one and two-bedroom be provided by SAHA, Housing units for developmentally disabled Consortium of the East Bay and residents. The environment will be (See HOUSING, page 2)

Sun-colored wild mustard blossoms contrast with the tawny hills bordering north Livermore. Legend has it that the Franciscan Missionaries dropped mustard seeds from sacks slung over their backs Lawsuit Targets EIR – complete with small holes - as they walked through the countryside looking for sites to establish missions. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen) For Garaventa Hills On Tuesday, Save The Hill that make up the protected “alkali Group notified the City of Liver- sink” environment that envelops LLNL role more of its intention to file litiga- the property and its surrounding tion against the City Council’s area. According to the citizens’ decision on April 22nd to certify group, the proposed hydrological an Environmental Impact Report changes at the development site Astronomers Will Undertake (EIR). pose threats to the surrounding The EIR was produced as part environment that aren't able to be of the approval process for a hous- mitigated. ‘Greatest Survey’ of Skies ing development project, proposed A press release issued by Save by Lafferty Communities. The Hill notes that its existence By Jeff Garberson The 32-acre parcel is located as an undisturbed, natural feature Astronomy is on the brink of being collected. Starting next year, it will be the in northeast Livermore between is essential for the protection of opening an “unprecedented win- The telescope that will generate focus of a kind of astronomy that Laughlin Road and North Vasco several endangered species, such dow on the universe,” generating the information, called the Large is a far cry from the traditional Road, known as “Garaventa Hills". as the California Tiger Salamander so much information about the Synoptic Survey Telescope, is now concept of a lonely star-gazer peer- Save The Hill believes that this and the Livermore Tarplant, to ever-changing night skies that sci- being assembled on Cerro Pachon, ing through a long telescope at a land is an integral part of the name a few. entists will be challenged to handle a 8,800-foot mountain ridge in distant galaxy, according to William well-known biological systems “It is hard to believe the Liver- the intense stream of information Chile. (See ASTRONOMERS, page 3) (See GARAVENTA HILLS, page 4) DUSD Election Will Fill 4th Trustee Seat Letter Urges Senate to Dublin Unified School District appointed to the seat Dec. 11 on said that both candidates were Confirm Nuclear Expert (DUSD) voters will cast ballots in a 3-1 board vote. That decision good, but he preferred Blackman By Jeff Garberson a June 4 special election to select was rescinded through a petition for her experience on the district's The physicist is William Book- a trustee for Area 4, to replace Joe submitted to the Alameda County Local Review Committee in 2027. An extraordinary letter from 18 senior managers of U.S. nuclear less, first nominated last August Giannini, who resigned from the Office of Education (ACOE). Blackman ran in the 2016 elec- to be NNSA’s principal deputy board Oct. 22. An election was called for June tion, finishing fourth in a field of weapons programs urges Senate leaders to take prompt action to administrator. The candidates are Gabrielle 4, because the petition contained five. There were three seats open. Reflecting the importance to U.S. Blackman and Niranjana “Nini” enough valid . Giannini, board President Amy confirm a former Livermore physi- cist and manager to a senior post security of the NNSA’s efforts, as Natarajan. Blackman and Natarajan were Miller and Dan Cunningham, who well as the challenge faced by its The replacement process has publicly interviewed for the ap- in the Nuclear National Security (See ELECTION, page 2) been a long one. Natarajan was pointment. Trustee Dan Cherrier Administration. (See NUCLEAR, page 9) DSRSD Expected to Switch to Area Elections By Ron McNicoll Dublin San Ramon Services deadline. District (DSRSD) was expected Board members already com- to authorize a switch to future pleted the process of holding hear- elections by areas, replacing the ings on proposed maps showing current system of districtwide five districts. The winning map elections. was named Scarlet, an update of The board was set to act on the Red map. May 21, after The Independent’s (See DSRSD, page 10) Capital Improvement Program 2019-2021 includes 86 Projects By Bruce Gach add new assets, as well as other At the Livermore City Coun- projects that replace or rehabilitate cil workshop on May 20, Cheri current assets. The new proposed Sheets, City Engineer presented CIP includes 86 projects totaling the proposed capital improvement $109 million. Because of staffing plan to be finalized at the June 10 and funding limitations, only 56 of On Thursday, May 16, a groundbreaking ceremony was held in Pleasanton for Sunflower Hill At Irby city council meeting. the projects are slated for comple- Ranch, a new housing community for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The Capital Improvement Pro- tion. Fifteen additional projects The community of 31 affordable homes will include several amenities, including a maker space, fitness gram (CIP) includes projects that (See FINANCIAL PLAN, page 7) center, community room, multi‐use sport court and a bocce ball court. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen)

PET OF THE WEEK WEBSTER If you open up your dictionary and look up “terrier,” it’s likely you’ll INSIDE see a picture of Webster! This two-year-old male defines “cute” and “scruffy.” Webster is a polite gentlemen who responds well MAIN SECTION Sports...... 6 to treats and belly rubs. He’s housebroken and knows "stay" and Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 "come". Meet Webster at Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street Editorial...... 4 SECTION A in Pleasanton. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am – 4pm. Mailbox...... 4 Art & Entertainment...... 8 Visit valleyhumane.org or call (925) 426-8656 for more information. Real Estate...... 10 Bulletin Board...... 10 Photo Credit: Valley Humane Society/E. Scholz Short Notes...... 2 Milestones...... 12 2 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019 Human Services Commission ELECTION (Continued from first page)

resigned his seat effective that as a relative newcomer the Alameda County Regis- Action Plan Adopted by Council March 1, were the winners living in East Dublin, she trar of Voters. The trustees By Bruce Gach in 2016. There will be an could bring a newer perspec- then rescinded Natarajan’s election in the fall to fill tive to the board. appointment. At its May 13th meeting, objectives, including assis- need it.” Cunningham’s seat. Natarajan attended four Election polls will be the The Livermore City tance for low- and moder- Young explained that the In the board vote that board functions. A group open at 7 a.m. June 4, and Council unanimously ap- ate-income individuals, the funds remaining were spe- appointed Natarajan, Miller, of residents challenged the close at 8 p.m. Mail-in bal- proved Livermore’s 2019- prevention and/or elimina- cific to capital improvement Cunningham and Megan appointment by circulating lots must be postmarked by 2020 Annual Action Plan tion of slums and blight, and projects, economic develop- Rouse said they liked Na- a petition that called for an June 4, said a source at the for the HOME Investment addressing urgent needs that ment and could not be used tarajan’s volunteer involve- election. The required 76 County Registrar’s Office. Partnership and Community pose an immediate threat to for personal services. ment in schools, and felt signatures were validated by Development Block Grant health and safety. Mayor John Marchand Programs (CDBG). The Livermore qualifies as an mentioned, “Sometimes the council also voted to sub- entitlement city for CBDG criteria to spend the money HOUSING mit the plan to the Alameda funds. HUD defines the aren’t developed at the same (Continued from first page) County HOME Consortium process by which commu- time as the funding. You (ACHC) and to the U.S. nity needs are identified and can’t spend the funds when Sunflower Hill. community, city and county will only make a small dent Department of Housing resources are allocated. Very you are waiting for the cri- Edie Nehls, Sunflower leaders who have made this in the need for affordable and Urban Development specific reporting is required teria.” Hill’s executive director, day a reality. Sunflower housing for people with (HUD). for access to these funds. During the public hear- commented, “There are Hill is dedicated to provid- special needs… I have a Claudia Young, Human As a member of ACHC, the ing, Greg Scott expressed more than 331,000 indi- ing innovative residential dream that this is just the Services Program Manager, city also receives an annual concern about the results. viduals in California and options and vocational pro- beginning." said, "This year the commis- funding allocation through He suggested a data dump more than 20,000 in Alam- grams to those with special She added, "Thanks to all sion selected three of the Alameda County in a sepa- without names to determine eda County who identify as needs. Pleasanton, a city of you and your wonderful Commission members to be rate process. how long someone has been developmentally disabled. that’s truly a community support of Sunflower Hill part of a subcommittee to sit For the program year homeless, the period from Our community will provide of character, has embraced at Irby Ranch…a vibrant with staff to understand the 2019-2020, the allocations when they signed up for as- affordable living to a popu- our exceptional individuals dream is becoming a real- different funding sources for CBDG amounted to sistance to the present. lation that’s often forgotten and those with differing ity." and the restrictions concern- $440,642, representing Marchand reported that in the housing crisis discus- abilities.” Susan Friedland, exec- ing applications for grants." a HUD decrease of 4%. last year, $2 billion in state sions.” Houghton spoke about utive director of SAHA, The Action Plan address- Through ACHC, the city re- funds for homelessness Funding for the esti- Sunflower Hill's goals. "For stated, “Affordable housing es federal funds, community ceived $137,639, a decrease and $2.5 billion for mental mated $19 million cost of the last seven years, Sun- is a building block for trans- development block grant of 9% to the HOME alloca- health had not been spent the development was made flower Hill has sought to forming lives. It is an honor funds and home funds spe- tion. In the 2018-2019 time because the recipients were possible through a public/ change the paradigm of resi- and pleasure to be working cifically. period, as much as $229,716 waiting for the development private partnership. The dential living options for in- with Sunflower Hill to help HUD sets priorities, were not spent. of the criteria on how to City of Pleasanton provided dividuals with special needs make their unique vision needs and goals to achieve Vice Mayor Robert Car- spend the money. more than $2.2 million and and to create vocational and a reality. Breaking ground economic opportunities, ling complimented Young, He appreciated the work Alameda County allocated social opportunities for a today is an important mile- create suitable living envi- and encouraged her not to that Young and others in $7.1 million from the 2016 full and rewarding life. stone, and we are looking ronments and provide de- carry over money again. Human Services are doing. A-1 housing bond. The "Our garden at Hage- forward to the day new cent affordable housing. In “It is important to get the He noted that it is difficult to project was ranked as the mann Ranch is thriving. residents move into their addition, there are national money out to the people who allocate the resources. #1 special needs project in Our program at Stable Café beautiful new homes.” the State of California in is offering important hospi- For more information the July 2018 Tax Credit tality skills. Now, thanks to on Sunflower Hill at Irby Tourism Continued To Support Allocation cycle. Additional so many of you here today, Ranch visit https://sunflow- funding was provided by we’re breaking ground on erhill.org/about-sunflower- National Equity Fund and our first residential com- hill/sunflower-hill-irby- Alameda County’s Economy In 2018 Silicon Valley Bank. Proj- munity. While the 31 units ranchpleasanton/. Alameda County con- contributing $69.6 million local tax revenue last year, ect partners include Dahlin that will be constructed here tinued to thrive from visi- in taxes from 1.64 mil- providing a stream of rev- Architects, BKF Engineers, tor spending in 2018. Visit lion visitors in 2017. We enue in Alameda County to and Huff Construction, as California’s latest economic look forward to getting the fund local services. Essen- the general contractor. impact report demonstrates 2018 numbers in June, and tial programs, such as public “Pleasanton has been visitor spending reached expect to see continued safety, infrastructure and committed to providing $4.3 billion and supported growth in all areas,” states parks, are supported by the affordable housing solu- 30,700 jobs in Alameda Barbara Steinfeld, President tourism industry. Without tions for our residents with County, a 4 percent boost and CEO of Visit Tri-Valley. tourism, each Californian special needs,” said Nel- from last year, equivalent Statewide, visitor spend- household would have to son Fialho, Pleasanton city to a $153 million increase. ing increased to $140.6 pay an additional $890 in manager. “When complet- This growth highlights the billion, and the tourism taxes each year to make up ed, Sunflower Hill at Irby ongoing importance of tour- industry provided nearly the difference. Ranch will be the first of its ism to the region and Cali- 1.16 million jobs in 2018. Visit Tri-Valley is the kind in northern California, fornia’s economy. Visit California’s economic destination marketing or- and I hope this can be a “Visit Tri-Valley has impact report’s findings ganization that represents model for other communi- experienced double-digit signal the steady influence Pleasanton, Livermore, ties to replicate across the growth in hotel room rev- tourism has on California’s Dublin and Danville as a State.” enue from 2012 – 2017, economy. preferred destination for Susan Houghton, found- impacting our economy Visitor spending also visitors. For more informa- er of Sunflower Hill, added, by creating 6000 jobs and generated $367 million in tion, visit visittrivalley.com. “We are so very grateful to our partners, vendors, Swalwell Introduces Second Bill Designed to Curb Foreign Interference in U.S. Elections On May 20th, Rep. Eric accounts linked to the Rus- per incident if it failed to again. It follows on another Swalwell (CA-15), a mem- sian government’s Internet ask, in cases in which it bill Swalwell introduced in ber of the Committee on the Research Agency bought received funds intended for April, H.R. 2424, the Duty Judiciary and the Permanent about 3,500 advertisements a political message, whether to Report Act, which would Select Committee on Intel- on political or public policy the funds amounted to an require the reporting to the ligence, introduced the Cor- topics – paid for in rubles independent expenditure or government of offers by porate Duty to Report Act of – across Facebook and In- electioneering communica- foreign persons and entities 2019, which would require stagram between June 2015 tion and, if so, if the provider to help campaigns in U.S. companies to disclose to the and August 2017. These ads of the funds was a foreign elections. government when a foreign alone were seen by more national. person, country, or organiza- than 10 million people. Corporations would tion attempts to subvert our These actions were argu- have a defense to a crimi- election with political ads. ably unlawful. Current law nal violation if they relied The act is intended to deter makes it illegal for foreign in good faith on attesta- foreign agents from buying countries and non-U.S. citi- tions from the provider of U.S. political ads. zens to use resources to af- the funds that they were “Our very democracy fect the outcome of a U.S. not a foreign national or was attacked by Russia in election. But, current law the funds were not for a 2016,” said Swalwell. “Spe- does not provide an easy covered political message. cial Counsel Mueller in his mechanism for the U.S. to “Had we known about report called their assault detect this attempted influ- the Russian attack sooner, ‘sweeping and systemic.’ As ence. we might have been able his report reminds us, one of The Corporate Duty to to stop it,” said Swalwell. its methods were paid ads Report Act of 2019 would “The Corporate Duty to Re- on social media platforms. address this problem by port Act will push corpora- Companies should now imposing two new duties on tions to ask who is funding be on notice that this can corporations. First, a corpo- political ads and then to happen. The bill I’m intro- ration would face criminal report to law enforcement ducing today will put teeth fines of up to $1 million if they learn the source is into what is their civic duty per incident if it failed to a foreign national. That to disclose to authorities report to the FBI instances could go a long way toward when it does. With President in which it received funds thwarting future election Trump unwilling to discuss for a political message that interference attempts. We improving election security, it knew was either an in- can no longer let our own it’s all the more important dependent expenditure or social media infrastructure that Congress take action.” electioneering communica- be used against us.” Reports have detailed the tion (i.e., ads that mention a The bill is part of Swal- Russian government’s use particular candidate) where well’s efforts to ensure of paid political advertise- the provider of the funds that Russia’s 2016 election ments on social media plat- was a foreign national (in- interventions do not repeat forms in its attack, and this cludes persons, countries, tactic is described in Special and organizations). 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He cares deeply Livermore for Memorial der of the legislative session. about the housing crisis, and Day. Sen. Anthony Portan- I expect him to continue to On Saturday, May 25, of tino, a Democrat from La pursue his goals. Hopefully, the Memorial Day weekend, Canada Flintridge, is chair we provided the opportunity the AL will partner with lo- of the Senate Appropriations to broaden the conversation, cal Boy Scout Troop 931 to Committee, and shelved the which can result in a more put out over 1,400 flags on bill there. targeted legislative effort.” the veteran graves in these Portantino said in a news Portantino was quoted in three cemeteries. release that “SB 50 is a well- the SF Chronicle as saying On Monday 27 May, intentioned effort to help that the way SB 50 is writ- Memorial Day, ceremo- solve our state’s housing ten, it could discourage sub- nies start at 9 a.m. at the crisis, and it highlights two urban cities from wanting to Roselawn Cemetery 1240 valid ways to affect land have light rail extended to N. Livermore with the tra- use decisions across the them, if the price amounted ditional raising of the flag state: providing incentives to losing local planning to half-staff and Boy Scout or legislating mandates. My control. Wiener’s bill would Troops 942 and 975 flag preference has always fallen create areas near public ceremonies along with the Scouts place flags on the graves of veterans. Photo - Doug Jorgensen on the side of incentives for transit corridors that would VFW Honor Guard. Gina local governments to ac- allow higher multi-family Collinsworth will sing sev- Blue Star Moms and the tions. The Laying of the Wreath complish goals.” unit densities. eral patriotic songs during Daughters of the American Following the ceremo- will be joined with a bag- “There were legitimate SB 50 would establish the event. The ceremony Revolution. nies, all participants can pipe rendition of Amaz- concerns expressed from high-density multifamily continues with speeches The ceremony then pro- proceed to the Veterans Hall ing Grace. The ceremony both large and small cities buildings within one-quarter by Mayor John Marchand, ceeds to East Avenue at St. on the corner of 5th and L will last approximately 90 about the scope of SB 50 to one-half mile of transit Sgt. Major Jason Johnson Michael’s Cemetery at 11 Street for light snacks and minutes. as it pertained to bus cor- corridors, such as BART or from Camp Parks Reserve a.m. and then to Memory a social gathering at noon. The 2019 Memorial Day ridors, historic preservation, certain express bus routes. Training Center and Con- Gardens Cemetery at 11:30 At 1 p.m., the local chapter ceremony will be hosted by the definition of ‘jobs rich’ It also would permit taller gressmen Swalwell’s office. to honor all those veterans of the Quilts of Valor will American Legion Post 237 neighborhoods, and whether buildings, up to two or three Wreath presentations will be done by the VFW, AL, laid to rest in these loca- conduct a Quilt presentation Pleasanton. it would increase gentrifica- stories more than currently to deserving veterans. The As a Veterans Service tion and discourage light rail allowed in suburban zones, public is cordially invited Organization, American expansion as unintended a tiered density plan that to attend any or all of the Legion Post 237 is a social consequences; all of which allows higher density in big ceremonies. organization comprised of justified the pause estab- cities like Oakland, San Jose Veterans having served dur- lished today by the commit- and San Francisco. High PLEASANTON ing recognized times of tee,” said Portantino. density residences could The Veterans Organiza- conflict, coming together in Referring to the author of also be constructed near or tions of Pleasanton will friendship and camaraderie. SB 50, Sen. Scott Wiener, in “job centers.” present the celebrations for Dedicated to the mutual Memorial Day, scheduled helpfulness of fellow Vet- ASTRONOMERS for Monday, May 27th. erans in need, the group (Continued from first page) Patriotic music will precede also supports active-duty the ceremony at 10:30, per- Servicemembers, sponsors Dawson, a Lawrence Liver- after the universe as we know formed by the Pleasanton Youth programs, and par- more National Laboratory it blossomed out in the so- Community Band with Bob ticipation in American civic physicist. called “Big Bang.” Williams conducting. The responsibilities. Astronomers will indeed He showed slides compar- ceremony will begin at Free limited parking is use the new telescope’s find- ing detailed observation of 11:00. available at the Pleasanton ings, he said, but they won’t the same patch of sky by the The ceremony will be Senior Center, public trans- do so in a darkened observa- Sloane Digital Sky Survey, held on the south lawn of the portation is available from tory. which began in 2000, with Pleasanton Senior Center, LAVTA Wheels Bus Route Instead, they will sit at that anticipated from LSST 5353 Sunol Blvd., Pleasan- 8 on the weekend/holiday their desks in astronomy de- in coming years. ton. Included in the program schedule (standard bus fares partments around the world, The Sloan survey has pro- is the Veterans Organiza- will apply). receiving such an intense duced an abundance of high stream of information over quality research, yet LSST tions of Pleasanton Color fiber optic cable that it will be results are expected to be far Guard, presentations by a major challenge to separate more detailed. members of our Military what they need to know from One of Dawson’s personal Community supported by what they do not. scientific interests will be in the Scout troops and Sea After initial operations images of distant galaxies Cadets, culminating with – CONCRETE WORK – next year, LSST will be that appear to brighten and the Reading of Honor Roll 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE ramped up to full operation in then dim. of Silence. The ceremony will also • Foundations 2022. As Dawson described These might reveal the • feature Three-Round Volley Driveways it, the 8.4 meter telescope will passage of an otherwise un- • Sidewalks (Stamped, generate a “multicolor time- observed black hole whose Presenting the colors at last year's Pleasanton with the playing of Taps. Exposed, etc.) resolved faint sky map” that gravitational field tempo- Memorial Day celebration. Photo - Doug Jorgensen [email protected] reveals what is changing and rarily focuses light headed Call for your what is not, night after night, towards Earth. Free Estimate Today! 707.490.4470 among “20 billion galaxies If enough black holes License #847620 and 20 billion stars.” could be found, they might Emphases are simultane- provide at least a partial ously on the word “faint,” explanation for one of as- Zone 7 Directors Raise Their Pay by 3% meaning faraway and hard tronomy's current mysteries, to see, and also on the idea of the nature of “dark matter” Zone 7 Water Agency against the raise. Quigley increased their compensa- BODY MASSAGE the entire, constantly chang- that seems to constitute some directors voted themselves said as he voted, “I don’t do tion by 5% per year for ACUPRESSURE ing sky, not just a single star 85 percent of the universe. a raise of 3% for the next it for the money.” Ramirez each of the past four years. THERAPY or galaxy for an hour or two. Ordinarily, telescopes two years. Holmes made no personal That would have raised their have either looked deep but The board took the action comment about her vote. salaries to $211. & FOOT EVERY TWO NIGHTS narrowly into space – some- on a 5-2 vote at its May 15 She did point out as meeting The board’s Adminis- REFLEXOLOGY Every patch of the sky will times called the soda-straw meeting. The current stipend chair that staff in a compen- trative Committee recom- be imaged every two nights, view – or with a wide angle. of $176 per meeting will rise sation study found that Zone mended the option that the $5 OFF Dawson said. Astronomers Revolutionary advances to $181, and be in effect over 7 is the only water service board chose. Any One Hour Treatment. will be able to examine enor- in technology, some of them the next two fiscal years. agency that does not offer Director Sandy Figu- Offer good Monday- Friday mously detailed time-lapse contributed by LLNL, will Must present or mention According to its policy, the any group benefits, such as ers moved approval of the this ad before treatment. recordings to search for phe- enable the LSST to do both. board reviews compensation dental, medical or retirement pay hike. He said that over Offer ends 6/30/19. nomena they are interested It will scan the skies with a every two years. The 3% investment funds. the previous 15 years, he in, from supernovae to near 3.5-degree view, seven times comes in below the increas- In the compensation sur- voted against raises, but in HOLIDAY Earth objects. the width of the moon as seen es of 3.2% in 2017 and 3.9% vey, the lowest cost to an a tongue in cheek way, he LIVERMORE SPA The 20 billion stars are from Earth. in 2018 in the Consumer agency for group benefits said that now he is nearing Body & Foot Reflexology those of our own Milky Way For comparison, the Gem- Price Index (CPI). was $743 per month per retirement age. “I want my 925.606.1098 galaxy, constituting nearly ini Observatory has twin The policy allows com- person, and the highest was extra $5.” 1883 Second St. all of what we see at night 8.1-meter telescopes with a Downtown Livermore pensation for up to 10 meet- $1159. No one from the public Open 7 Days a Week 10am–9pm with the unaided eye. The 20 much narrower 0.2-degree ings per month. On-line The agencies in the study addressed the item. billion galaxies fade off into field of view. These are lo- records show that since included Dublin San Ramon the celestial distance, many cated in Hawaii and in Chile Services District, EBMUD, of them a challenge to view near the LSST site. January this year, Zone 7 even with powerful ordinary “With 20 billion galaxies has called five regular and and water districts in Fre- telescopes. and 20 billion stars all in five special board meetings. mont, Marin County, Contra In stargazing, great dis- color, (LSST) is much more Nine committee meetings Costa County and Santa tance corresponds to the than a traditional telescope,” were scheduled. Three di- Clara County. passage of time. Dawson said. rectors serve on each com- The directors were pre- Dawson said that the NEW BREED mittee. The panels include sented with three options. LSST will look so deep into OF ASTRONOMERS Administrative, Finance, The others included no raise the sky that it will see back Operation will be “mostly Water Resources, and Li- at all, or a 20% increase, to the time when primordial a data analysis challenge,” he aison. which is allowed by law be- galaxies overlapped one an- continued. “Dealing with this Director Dick Quigley cause Zone 7 directors have other in a celestial blur. This amount of data, processing and Board President An- not received an increase is around 100 million years (See ASTRONOMERS, page 9) gela Ramirez Holmes voted since 2015. They could have SELL YOUR CAR BY NEXT FRIDAY! Established online Auto Auction will EXPOSE YOUR CAR TO 500+ AUTO DEALERS OVER 100 VEHICLES SOLD EACH WEEK! BRING YOUR CAR AND TITLE TO OUR OFFICE EACH M, W, F FROM 10AM - 2PM for a Free evaluation and photos

• No Charge To List Your Car • Your Car and Car Title Stay In Your Possession • Pay only $99 sales fee if your car sells 486 S. K Street, Livermore, CA 925.315.4033 4 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019 EDITORIAL MAILBOX (Opinions voiced in letters and cigarillos in pack sizes to address problems in each Care Act, so that so many Foundation to published in Mailbox are as small as one (singles) of these areas. who now have medical cov- Boost Valley Link those of the author and do for less than two dollars, Establishing minimum erage will lose it and die? not necessarily reflect the with the cheapest single price and package-size 3. Separate children from A Valley Link Foundation has been formed opinion of The Independent. cigar priced at $0.69 – that’s requirements for tobacco their parents at the border, to finance efforts to acquaint the public with the The Independent will not cheaper than the price of a products and prohibiting so they die in detention? To Valley Link Project. publish anonymous letters. candy bar. The average price the redemption of tobacco date, four children have died All letters are required to of the cheapest pack of ciga- discounts and coupons are since December 2018 – look Valley Link represents the answer to the BART have the names of the per- rettes is $6.84 before tax. On effective ways to reduce it up. board’s refusal to build the planned BART exten- sons submitting them and April 5, the Livermore Po- youth smoking and tobacco 4. Deny immigrants asy- city of residence. Abusive sion to Livermore. letters may be rejected or lice Department conducted use. Most recently (5/20/19), lum so they die in their war- Legislation authored by Assemblymember edited. Frequent letter writ- a youth decoy operation in the City of Albany passed torn countries? Susan Eggman of San Joaquin County and former ers may have publication of which employees at four legislation that prohibits 5. Reject gun control so of the eight retailers visited the redemption of tobacco that more and more students Assemblymember Catharine Baker of Dublin cre- their letters delayed. Letters should be sent by email to sold tobacco to minors; this discounts and requires ciga- and other individuals are ated Tri-Valley-San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail [email protected]) confirms the presumption rettes, little cigars/cigarillos killed so easily because as- Authority. The authority has put forth the Valley that underage youth are and single large cigars to be sault weapons are so readily Link proposal to connect Livermore and San Tobacco’s Tasteless acquiring tobacco products sold for at least $8.00 per available? locally in Livermore. pack. Albany’s ordinance re- 6. Start a war with other Joaquin County. The San Joaquin cities involved Tactics: Price and Pack Size Marketing Prohibiting the sale of quires little cigars/cigarillos nations so that not only our and Livermore hope to have it operating by 2025. flavored tobacco would go to be sold in packs of at least military are killed but civil- Nathan Subramanian, a long way in curbing youth 20, and large cigars to be ians as well? Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty Alameda County Tobacco has been a leader in moving Valley Link forward access to the addictive starter sold in packs of at least six. 7. Praise dictator heads Control Coalition products most marketed to Such action is legally sound of countries who have killed When tobacco is cheap and in establishing the foundation. minors. However, even if and has been shown effec- so many, even their own and pack sizes are small, We welcome his efforts and those of the new flavored tobacco options are tive in not only reducing families? tobacco products are more removed from shelves, low tobacco sales and consump- This is not “pro-life” – Foundation to raise funds to educate the public affordable for youth to buy. price points and small pack tion rates, but also disparities this is “pro-death.” about the project. While prohibiting the sale sizes make unflavored little in tobacco use and related People, wake up and “smell of flavored products will cigars affordable and con- illness in low-income areas the White House!” curb the spread of a vap- cealable from adults; they and communities of color. GARAVENTA HILLS ing “epidemic,” the price require less commitment When included as part of a (Continued from first page) and package size of little Open letter to Janet than, for example, a pack Tobacco Retailer Licensing cigars and cigarillos is also more City Council actually any further progress on the of 20 cigarettes, which pro- ordinance, tobacco mini- Napolitano, President certified the same EIR that development until the legal- an important consideration motes the trial and initiation mum price and package-size of Univ. of California we are reading through," ity of the April 22nd action in reducing youth access that often leads to addiction. laws become feasible to Alan C. Hindmarsh, states Bianca Covarelli, a is determined. The City will to tobacco. Young people Paired with the perception enforce, ensuring they are Livermore representative of the Save have 30 days to respond to and low-income individuals that little cigars are safer upheld by retailers to dis- I am writing to you as a the Hill Group. the suit, followed by addi- are price sensitive – some- than cigarettes, in much the suade underage purchases. retiree of the University of "This land is undevelop- tional legal procedures. thing tobacco companies same way that vapes are California, having worked able. The Council failed to The actual lawsuit will are well-aware of, as they misperceived as “safe,” we as a mathematician at the consider a number of factors be filed this week. Greenfire spend millions annually on A Wake up Call may see unflavored little Lawrence Livermore Na- which make it incompatible Law, PC is representing the strategically pricing and On Abortion cigars increase in popular- tional Laboratory for over with such a use, as our law- Group. discounting their products Ramona Krausnick, Dublin suit will clearly describe.” The group has started a ity as a replacement for less 34 years. I retired as a UC in the retail environment. Today, Sunday, May 19, The group has worked for Go Fund Me Page to raise accessible flavored items, employee in 2002. I am 76 And with little cigars and 2019, I read in the news over 8 years to put a stop to money to save the hill and especially among nicotine- years old. cigarillos available indi- where Donald Trump said, the proposed housing devel- keep it as an open space in addicted youth. For all of those years, I vidually wrapped for less yet again, that he is “pro- opment. perpetuity. Go to https:// In March 2019, the Al- was repeatedly promised, than a dollar, a ban on the life” because he is against The effect of the filing www.gofundme.com/save- ameda County Tobacco in various UC employee sale of flavored tobacco abortion. Being against abor- will be to temporarily halt the the-hill-fund for information. Control Program polled literature, that my wife and and nicotine products may tion makes him “pro-birth,” EIR certification, as well as 100 Livermore residents to I would have access to UC- mean that cheap, unflavored not “pro-life.” There is a big gain a community-informed sponsored health insurance little cigars are the next difference between “pro- perspective on tobacco- plans after retirement. Start- most-accessible option for life” and “pro-birth.” Is it related issues in Livermore. ing in 2008, that promise nicotine-dependent youth. “pro-life” to: Of those surveyed, 81% feel was broken. As a result of (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) In fact, an April 2019 1. As a presidential can- that cheap tobacco products being in the much smaller PUBLISHER: Joan Kinney Seppala store observation survey didate say that you can walk ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) are appealing to youth and, LLNS retiree insurance risk EDITOR: Janet Armantrout conducted by the Alameda down 5th Avenue in New respectively, 76% and 70% pool, my (non-Medicare) THE INDEPENDENT (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., County Tobacco Control York and shoot someone and Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional agree that discounts and health insurance premiums entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998. THE INDEPENDENT is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. Program in partnership with get away with it? He said this small package sizes increase have cost me about $5000 com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, Bay Area Community Re- on the national news – look 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. youth access to tobacco. annually more than they sources shows that 84% of it up. Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 Moreover, most respondents would if I were covered by a during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. the 62 Livermore tobacco re- 2. Get rid of health care, say they would support laws Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. tailers visited sell little cigars specifically the Affordable (See MAILBOX, page 6) www.independentnews.com THE LIVERMORE CENTRAL PARK PLAN

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Signature Central Park to form a Center for Science, Culture & Education continuous expanse of greenery from the for classes, performances and displays of Bankhead Theater Park Plaza to L Street. science, art and history. Retain Stockmen’s Park to honor our Affordable housing, in an appropriate ranching history and the service of location not covering the Central Park, to Livermore’s veterans. meet City needs. Convenient Parking with new garages Wine Country Hotel with up to 160 rooms, to offer 316 more spaces than the city plan a resort destination. near Livermore Avenue. L Street Parking Garage, a new, 3-story Black Box Theater with flexible seating for parking garage with convenient parking performance, education and cultural events. near L Street.

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C Ye s ! It’s Finally Here ... Your Chance To Vote For A Better Downtown Plan For Livermore THE CENTRAL PARK PLAN INITIATIVE!

BETTER PARKS. BETTER PARKING. BETTER LIVERMORE. After years of debate about the revitalization of downtown Livermore, it’s finally time to let voters decide. That’s why the Citizens for a Livermore Central Park have submitted a citizens’ initiative to let residents, not just the government, decide the future of our beautiful city.

Better Parks Better Parking Better Livermore The citizens’ plan showcases a We need convenient parking This is a once in a lifetime beautiful, activated Central Park, near Livermore Avenue. opportunity to create which will join with the lawn and The City’s plan will result in a beautiful Livermore other features in Stockmen’s Park, 201 fewer available parking downtown for generations to provide 3 acres of parkland spaces3 than we have now in to come. The Central stretching from the Bankhead Park the Livermore Avenue area, Park plan includes new Plaza to L Street. The City’s plan while the Central Park Plan cultural, restaurant, only includes “a park (Stockmen’s delivers 316 more spaces retail, educational, art and Park),”1 1.5 acres,2 half of what the than the city plan provides! entertainment amenities. citizens’ plan offers. SIGN THE INITIATIVE. LET VOTERS DECIDE! Call (925) 243-7098 or visit betterlivermore.com to volunteer!

1. Council Meeting May 13, 2019 Agenda, Public Hearing Item 5.01, page 505, A Resolution approving Specific Plan Amendment 18-003; 2. Council Meeting September 24, 2018 Agenda, Public Hearing Item 5.05, page 557, Stockmen’s Park; 3. Community Newsletter Summer/Fall 2018 #50, page 2. Downtown Interim Parking Timeline; City Council Meeting May 13, 2019, Item 5.01 Staff discussion of I Street garage; City Council Special Meeting, Budget Workshop Agenda, May 20, 2019, page 493, LVC Compactor Facility; Council January 29, 2018 Meeting Agenda page 39, Parking Requirements; Community Newsletter Special Edition 2 Winter 2018, page 2 (New Retail Uses), page 5 (Eastside Hotel Concept)

Paid for by Citizens for a Livermore Central Park. 6 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019 SPORTS NOTES

On, Friday May 5, the Foothill Falcons faced the Dougherty Valley Wildcats in the The Amador Valley Dons eliminated the Clayton Valley Charter Eagles 7 to 0 in quarterfinals of the NCS CIF Division 1 playoffs. Foothill’s first baseman Tommy Friday’s NCS CIF quarterfinals Division 1 playoffs. The Dons face Heritage in the Scavone tags a Wildcats’ runner for an out. Foothill won 10 to 3, but then lost to De semifinals. The winner will play in the NCS CIF Division 1 Championship. (Photo – La Salle in Tuesday evening's semi-finals. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen) Doug Jorgensen)

Pleasanton Rage 05 ECNL (Elite Clubs National League) girls finished their regular season last weekend by attaining two more shutouts. The Rage 05 ECNL girls finished second in both ECNL and NPL leagues, and qualified to the ECNL National Playoffs in San Diego on June 26. Amador Girls Varsity Lacrosse traveled to San Ramon Valley High to play the Wolves in the NCS CIF Division 1 Girls Lacrosse Championship on Thursday, May 16. In pouring rain, the Dons lost 19 to 9. Amador’s Bella Mayo drives to score against the Wolves. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen)

Livermore Baseball Grant Scharnhorst shut down Tracy Yankees, throwing a complete game shutout and leading LB Black to a 12-0 victory on Tuesday. LB Black opened up scoring in the first inning. Alden Schwartz drove in two when he singled. LB Black notched five runs in the third inning. LB Black offense in the inning was led by Adams Doyle, Amelia Sanchez, Mason Shelton, Jacob Roach, and Scharnhorst, all sending runners across the plate with RBIs in the inning. A single by Nolasco Livermore Baseball JR 90s in the fourth inning was a positive for Livermore Phantoms U14 Black's Alex Operin (51) Black's Grant Scharnhorst Tracy Yankees. Scharnhorst got the and Dom Gozzo (56) helped close out the season with start for LB Black. He went five in- nings, allowing one run on three hits, another strong victory. stepped up their game on all fronts. striking out 12 and walking one. Juull Phantoms looked to ensure that was West Coast Kaos Fifteen minutes into the second half, West Coast Kaos Defender Maddie Long navigating was on the mound for Tracy Yankees. the case at the end of the game. The The West Coast Kaos U16 girls Forward Alivia Ganz charged down They went four innings, allowing 11 Phantoms' defense was ferocious, as participated in the Norcal Premier NPL the left side of the field, maneuvered past her opponent. runs on 11 hits and striking out two. LB Andrew Kramar (8) only needed one College Showcase over the weekend. around the Almaden defenders and got Black had 11 hits in the game. Doyle successful save the entire game. In With more than 15 college coaches a shot off skimmed off the reach of the and Scharnhorst all collected multiple addition to the awesome defense, the watching, Kaos showcased their soccer Keeper to find a spot in the net. Kaos hits for LB Black. Scharnhorst and Phantoms also gave it their all on goals, skills on both offense and defense to moved ahead 2-1 and closed out the Doyle each collected two hits to lead faceoffs and assists. Fourteen goals beat out Almaden Quicksilver FC 2-1. match with the victory. Kaos earned 3 LB Black. LB Black didn't commit a were scored by the Phantoms by: Ben Kaos started the match strong points for the victory and moved one single error in the field. Marcus Bernal Wojewski (17), two goals by Jacob with several offensive attempts but game closer to the top of their spring had the most chances in the field with Salhoff (34), Nick Swartzendruber none making their mark. At the 25th league NPL 1 division. 12. LB Black tore up the base paths, (37), Dom Gozzo (56), Chase Parker minute, Almaden capitalized on a “Our team responded well and as five players stole at least two bases. (66), Aidan Andre (84), and Josh loose ball deep in the Kaos defense. showed great determination to make a Brayden Vash led the way with two. Gnoval (98) who also had an insane Almaden moved ahead 0-1 and held comeback," said Coach Dayak. "These Tracy Yankees stole five bases during career day with seven goals. In addi- the lead until late in the first half. At are traits that college coaches like about the game as two players stole more tion to the goals, Wojewski, Salhoff, the 35th minute, Midfield Haylee our players.” than one. Walsh led the way with two. Parker, Alex Operin (51), and Luke Heffner connected with Madison Del Next up for Kaos is the West Bauer (53) combined to win 61% of Prado. Del Prado dribbled around the Coast Cup and Showcase this com- Livermore faceoffs. Wojewski, Swartzendruber, Almaden defense and delivered a shot ing weekend. The girls will also be Phantoms Lacrosse Anders Bostrom (2), Gozzo, and Quin into the left corner. The match went traveling to Boise, Idaho, to compete Wetzel (72) helped with the blowout, into the half tied 1-1. in the U.S. Youth Soccer Far West The Phantoms U14 Black closed by tallying nine assists. All in all the Regionals. Later in July, Kaos will Amador Dons finished the season runners-up to Cal out their season against the Diablo After the half, Kaos came out Phantoms closed out the season very stronger and more determined to put head to the Silverlakes Showcase in High with a score of 2-5 in the championship game, Scorpion Stingers on May 11. Hav- strong as they walked off into the off- Norco, Calif., to show their skills off ing only one loss in the season, the this game away. With a change of with Coaches Eric Lahrs, Quinn Harker and Dane Garis. season with a 14-0 victory. jersey colors and a new mindset, Kaos to more college coaches. MAILBOX (Continued from page 4) similar UC-sponsored plan. unofficial mission statement live with “defend the securi- deserve equal rights and fault of a different holiday! tion on diversity at their As you know, a class for a deep state endless war? ty of our country.” Hey, I’m opportunities”? Hypocriti- There certainly are not meeting last Monday, May action lawsuit is in progress But if you search through expected to nail you dead no cal as we humans are by enough months either to 13, under agenda item “Mat- on this issue. I am one of many administrative lessor matter where you’re at. nature, is not the goal to be declare each month a special ters for Consideration.” I the plaintiffs representing but official websites that are If I’m in the U.S. Army, free of the fear-and anxiety- month for a certain "group" was thinking: the 7000+ class members, oriented to contract provid- hey, no question, I want “to caused bigotry based on (“Flags,” Paul Stone, Dub- What if the whole Liver- all UC-LLNL retirees like ers to the U.S. government, defend the security of our race, gender, disability, age, lin, Mailbox in The Inde- more City Council discussed myself (or their survivors). you will discover and see an country and sustain Ameri- culture, heritage, religion, pendent,” 16 May 2019). homelessness at large for As such, I urge you to see unauthorized modification can influence abroad.” no religion, heterosexuality, Though not every month can this amount of time? that this lawsuit is brought to to the official mission. Every word matters homosexuality, bisexuality, be declared a special month Perhaps homelessness a speedy and just end, with The mission, as posted greatly in the policies that transgenderness, economic for a group, or should be, I can also be included in any a full correction of this in- on www.dod.defense.gov, flow from this department, status and/or homelessness? say replace no flag: fly many consideration of a proclama- justice. I have no doubt that reads: "The mission of the and right now the mis- In my time, there was a flags, as Tibetan prayer flags tion on diversity? UC has the cash available Department of Defense is sion statement that can be holiday in February called would be flown. Perhaps the homeless to accomplish this, perhaps to provide a lethal Joint changed at will is broken “Lincoln’s Birthday.” Very Transgender and home- will be included and rep- drawing upon the $134 mil- Force to defend the security and leads to misuse of pow- fun to have a day off in less Jamie was found dead resented in Livermore’s lion collected as UC’s share of our country and sustain er, policy, and direction. February! There was an- at the end of some cordage “Rally for Love” Festival on of the LLNL management American influence abroad.” other holiday later in Feb- on Sunday, Cinco de Mayo Sunday, June 9? fees since 2008. Clearly the latter mission The Homeless Games, ruary called “Washington’s (May 5), behind a market If we are to be cognizant statement appeals to the Part XVII – Birthday.” Two days off in in Livermore. I say fly two and respectful of diverse Department of Defense CIA’s deep state influence February! Hooray! Then flags for Jamie: one for the ‘groups,’ then we should be Mission Statement in conducting endless wars Homeless Flag came the assassination of Dr. transgender and one for the open to representation of Rich Buckley, Livermore of aggression and meddling Greg Scott, Livermore Martin Luther King, Jr., and homeless. Livermore Mayor the homeless as well. I say One of the huge decep- in affairs of other counties, What happens the mythological end to the Marchand frequently states fly a flag for the homeless, tions that infiltrate the ranks yet serving their corporate to a dream deferred? “Civil Rights Movement” that “Homelessness is a as well as for other ‘groups’ of the Department of De- masters. There can be seen Does it dry up – as if there were sufficient regional problem.” Well, all that have been slighted by fense is the unauthorized a universe of difference be- like a raisin in the sun? changes – and we got one right, then have each mu- bigotry, oppression, simply Or fester like a sore… deep state rewriting the of- tween “defending” as com- “President's Day” holiday nicipality in the Tri-Valley being who they are, circum- pared to “sustain American Maybe it just sags in February, and one “Martin fly a transgender flag and a stances beyond one’s control ficial mission statement of like a heavy load. the Department of Defense. influence abroad.” Or does it explode? Luther King, Jr. Day” holi- homeless flag for those that and/or personal mistakes. It The official mission state- If I’m in the U.S. Navy, (Langston Hughes, part of day in January. No, there are may be in one of the ‘groups’ is all part of the quest “in ment, as posted on grants. I would want the term “sus- his poem “Harlem” [1951]). not enough days to declare and some that may be in Order to form a more perfect gov, reads: “The mission of taining American influence What is the “dream”? holidays for all the great both ‘groups.’ Other flags Union, establish Justice” the Department of Defense abroad” because I’m in the In America, is it not an ones or all the great events, for diverse ‘groups’ may be (From the Preamble to the is to provide the military service of projecting my egalitarian dream, which and yes, the question may flown as well. Constitution of the United forces needed to deter war power. is to say “relating to or be- be: Who are the “Presidents” I listened as the Liver- States of America, 1789). and to protect the security If I’m in the U.S. Space lieving in the principle that anyway? Such is a price to more City Council quibbled of our country.” Is this the Force or Air Force, I could all people are equal and pay; however, it was not the at length over a proclama- MAY 23, 2019 • The Independent 7 LVJUSD Attendance Support Countywide Count Program Recognized by State Suggests Upward When students show primary language – as well partners for our outstand- the need for extra support as their representation in ing and innovative results- to maintain regular atten- the community, from child based school attendance Trend In Homeless dance, the Livermore Val- welfare specialists to police and behavior improvement ley Joint Unified School officers to counselors. programs. We look forward The 2019 EveryOne experiencing homelessness. County spent $106 million District (LVJUSD) School The district’s SARB pur- to sharing our expertise, Counts!, the biennial point- Currently, Alameda County addressing homelessness Attendance Review Board sues resources and partner- and serving as a model and in-time count for Alameda receives more than $37 mil- in FY 2107/2018. While (SARB) provides the re- ships that provide early mentor for other SARBs County, found a total of lion in HUD Continuum of that investment success- sources to keep students on intervention for students in the State that are com- 8,022 people experiencing Care (CoC) funding, a key fully housed a significant track to succeed. On April with attendance issues, and mitted to reducing chronic homelessness countywide, source of funding for the portion of the population 19, LVJUSD was recog- focuses on chronic absen- absenteeism, suspensions, including 1,710 sheltered county’s permanent hous- falling into homelessness, in nized for winning a 2019 teeism across the board and expulsion rates, as well and 6,312 unsheltered. This ing and services for the order to reverse the overall Model SARB Award by the – whether absences are as improving graduation represents a dramatic over- homeless. trend, the County needs to CA Department of Educa- contributing toward truancy rates.” all increase of 43 percent Point-in-time count data aggressively scale invest- tion. The program was cel- violations or academic de- This statewide distinc- compared to the last count helps to inform communi- ment in strategies that pre- ebrated for its strategies to cline. Led by SARB Chair tion recognizes the work in 2017, according to data ties’ local strategic planning vent people from becoming reduce chronic absenteeism and LVJUSD Director of of the District’s dedicated reported by independent re- and advocacy campaigns homeless and expand af- and increase student atten- Student Services Scott Ver- SARB, for its commitment search company, ASR, and to prevent and end home- fordable housing. The 2018 dance. LVJUSD’s SARB noy, the members of SARB to recognizing trends across released May 16 by Every- lessness. The 2019 Every- Strategic Update estimates was one of only 23 to be are dedicated to ensuring its sites, developing im- One Home. The full county One Counts figure includes that a total of $330 million recognized in the State for all students are supported in portant relationships with report will be completed 1,710 people sheltered in per year would effectively its attention to students’ overcoming barriers to their students and their families, by the end of July and will emergency shelters and end unsheltered homeless- educational success, as well attendance. using every resource at its include detailed information transitional housing and ness, calling for an increase as its potential to improve “We are both honored disposal to improve the including jurisdictional and 6,312 people on the streets, of $228 million. attendance strategies for and humbled to be recog- academic opportunities to demographic breakdowns. in vehicles or staying in While the 2018 Strategic other districts statewide. nized as a Model SARB all students, and for posi- The report will also contain tents or encampments. Update supports short-term LVJUSD detailed its Program,” said Vernoy. “It tively encouraging good an analysis of the survey “These numbers are dev- interventions—such as shel- SARB membership, dem- is a testament to the wonder- attendance habits by its responses of people experi- astating and unacceptable. ter, safe parking, outreach, onstrating the diversity of ful collaboration between students and strategies at its encing homelessness. City Everyone deserves the dig- and hygiene stations—it its members – in age, gen- the District, Livermore school sites. reports for Oakland, Berke- nity of a safe, stable home, also states that increased der, ethnicity, culture, and school sites, and community ley, Fremont, and Hayward and yet this basic human investment in shelter alone will be available at the end need is going unfulfilled for will not reverse the trend. of August. thousands of people in Al- The only way to reverse The topline, countywide ameda County,” says Elaine the trend is to decrease the numbers confirm the analy- de Coligny, Executive Di- number of people becom- sis of the EveryOne Home rector of EveryOne Home. ing homeless by providing Plan to End Homelessness: “The homeless count con- targeted homelessness pre- Strategic Update 2018, that firms what everyday people vention services and to in- for every two people becom- in Alameda County already crease the number of people ing homeless in Alameda know: the number of people becoming housed through County, only one returns to living on the streets of their increased investment in housing, and that the rate at own communities—seniors, housing for extremely low- which people are becom- disabled, young people, and income people. ing homeless outpaces the families— continues to in- Doug Biggs, Executive ability to house them with crease at an alarming rate.” Director of the Alameda existing resources. According to Supervisor Point Collaborative and the EveryOne Counts! is a Wilma Chan, “These num- recent, voter-approved Al- comprehensive count of the bers offer clear evidence ameda Center for Senior local population experienc- that our housing crisis has Housing and Medical Re- ing homelessness. Alameda become a homelessness cri- spite, says "Our friends, County’s EveryOne Home sis. Everyone is impacted by families, and neighbors are worked in conjunction with this problem, and Alameda falling into homelessness Aspire Consulting LLC County’s top priorities must at a shocking rate, and like and Applied Survey Re- be to prevent homelessness the City of Alameda, com- search (ASR) to conduct before it starts, and to pro- munities across the county the EveryOne Counts! 2019 vide housing and services are stepping up to support Homeless Count and Sur- for our most vulnerable solutions that work. While Model SARB Award Ceremony: Scott Vernoy, Trustee Chris Wenzel, Reily Gibbs, Jorge vey, using a methodology residents.” shelters solve the immediate that provides a consistent The EveryOne Home need of somewhere to sleep, (Photo courtesy of LVJUSD) DePaz, Terri Saenz, Marissa Martin, Steven Pangelinan measure of homelessness Plan to End Homelessness: our communities really need in Alameda County. The 2018 Strategic Update, re- to scale-up the strategies count includes information leased by EveryOne Home that directly address hous- on individuals and families in December 2018, identi- ing instability and provide FINANCIAL PLAN sleeping on the streets, in fied the trajectory affirmed permanent homes.” (Continued from first page) cars, in abandoned proper- by the homeless count. Ser- For more information, go could be led or funded by cated to street resurfacing, of the capital improvement ties, or in other places not vice providers assist ap- to www.everyonehome.org. East Bay Regional Park street maintenance, and budget, with 46% coming meant for human habitation, proximately 1,500 people to District, LARPD, the Tri- traffic improvements, in in from development im- as well as those residing return to permanent housing Valley Conservancy or other addition to $7.7 million for pact fees, general fund and in emergency shelters and every year, yet there are departments within the city, trail projects. Downtown local city fees, which can transitional housing. 3,000 people becoming such as Public Works or the revitalization, including I only be used on the specific Biennial point-in-time homeless for the first time. Reed Police Department. The re- Street Garage, Stockmen’s facility for which they are counts are conducted once The rate at which people are Plumbing maining projects would only Park and Livermorium Pla- designated. every two years during the becoming homeless outpac- LIVERMORE, CA be pursued if an original za, are estimated to cost During the 2017-2019 last 10 days of January by es the ability to house them project were reprioritized $27.6 million. Waste water program, the projects com- communities across the with existing resources and, (925) 371-5671 or eliminated. Seventy-five and potable water projects pleted totaled over $80 mil- country and is the only without significant changes, [email protected] source of nationwide data the homeless population percent of the CIP expendi- are budgeted for $26.5 mil- lion. The transportation LICENSE #601931 tures deal with investments lion, beautification $11.5 portion cost $21.8 million; on sheltered and unsheltered will continue to grow by in transportation facilities, million, of which $6 million beautification, downtown homelessness. The count is as many as 1,500 people downtown revitalization, will be spent on community revitalization, including required by the U.S. Depart- per year. waste water and water utili- parks. Public safety, public parks, required $28.9 mil- ment of Housing and Urban The 2018 Strategic Up- ties. buildings, flood control lion, with public safety, Development (HUD) in date outlines that Alameda Transportation projects and airport improvements flood control, public build- all jurisdictions receiving are projected to receive require $14.1 million. ings, airport, and water federal funding to provide $29.2 million dollars, with Local and non-local projects completing the ex- housing and services for the greatest amount allo- user fees contribute 40% penditures at $29.3 million. individuals and families DONATE Donate cars, trucks, boats, tractors YOUR and RV’s. Running Country Registrar of Voters Discusses Voting Updates VEHICLE TO or not. Tax On Thursday, May 16, boxes from the current 13 to at a ballot drop box, or visit rent polling locations, which Deductible. Tim Dupuis, the Alameda 27 by 2020. The audience any county vote center to could disenfranchise voters TRI-VALLEY County Registrar of Voters confirmed its preference for vote in-person. A vote center without transportation. On (ROV), presented updates drop boxes, as concern was model is slightly different the other hand, keeping vote CONSERVANCY on the County’s election raised over the delivery of from the current model with centers open for 10 days system, including newly ballots by postal service. traditional polling places, before the election would Help Preserve purchased voting machines, Another benefit to the boxes since voters can utilize any create a longer period for high volume scanners for is the County will not need vote center in the county, voters to cast their ballots Land for Future paper ballot counting in to pay for the postage. instead of just their assigned in person. Generations Oakland, and a plan to in- Dupuis informed the at- polling location. Other questions dis- crease ballot drop boxes. tendees of the Alameda One of the concerns cussed included provisional Call 1-888-686-4483 The event was part of Liver- County Board of Supervi- raised at Dupuis’ presenta- ballots, voter purge, integ- Tri-Valley more Indivisible’s 2019 sors’ decision not to partici- tion is access to vote centers rity of counting ballots, the or visit Voter Engagement Series, pate in the Voter’s Choice under the Voter’s Choice signature confirmation pro- Conservancy TriValleyConservancy.org held at Livermore Civic Act in 2020. The Board will Act. Starting 10 days before cess, and cross-party voting Center Library. Over 40 at- closely watch the impacts to the election, through the in the presidential primary tendees heard directly from voter turn-out in participat- Friday before election day, the director about election ing counties. Madera, Napa, one vote center is required process. Nevada, Sacramento, and for every 50,000 registered Mr. Dupuis reported on San Mateo counties are voters. From the Saturday updates to the Vote-by-Mail currently participating. A before election day through ballot. He showed a surge significant change under the election day, one vote cen- of permanent Vote-By-Mail Voter’s Choice Act is that ter is required per 10,000 (VBM) voters. Currently traditional polling stations voters. The concern would over 70% of Alameda Coun- are replaced by vote centers. be that, under the Voter’s ty voters are permanent All voters would be mailed Choice Act, the number of VBM voters. The figure is ballots 28 days before the vote centers in Alameda expected to increase to over election. Voters can either County would be approxi- 80% by 2020. Most VBM mail the ballot, drop it off mately 1/10th of total cur- voters do not vote early. In 2018, 300,000 VBM voters dropped off ballots on elec- tion day. Dupuis stressed that early voting would be appreciated, since ballots can be scanned up to 11 days prior to election day. Then, as soon as the polls close, computers could quickly tally the votes. Dupuis reported that due to the popularity of the bal- lot drop boxes, the County will increase the number of 8 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019

LVJUSD Welcomes Las Positas College Fire Service Program First in California New Leadership for To Receive FESHE Recognition Las Positas College's as a profession and to reduce LPC curriculum and student 2019-20 School Year (LPC) Fire Service Technol- the loss of life and property outcomes to verify they ogy Program is the first pro- from fire and other hazards. meet national standards. Matthew Hart has served San Jose State University, gram in California to receive "This is a monumental The program's ability to LVJUSD students for 20 and she received her mas- the Fire and Emergency moment for the FST pro- meet national standards also years in the District, both ter’s degree in Educational Services Higher Education gram," said Chief Chad needed to be reviewed by the as teacher and administra- Leadership from CSU East (FESHE) recognition. McMullen, LPC Public National Fire Academy. tor. For the past four years, Bay. She taught Art and Established by the United Safety Manager. "Being LPC offers a Fire Service he has been a vice princi- English Language Arts, States Fire Administration the first FESHE recognized Technology associate in sci- pal – three of those years and has served as a middle and administered by the program in the state places ence degree, four Fire Ser- at GHS. Prior to that, he school counselor. Scud- Federal Emergency Man- the LPC FST program on vice Technology certificates taught English at GHS for der has chaired the School agement Agency (FEMA), the national map and allows and the Las Positas Regional 16 years. Hart was the Eng- Attendance Review Board FESHE works with coordi- our graduates to transfer to Fire Academy, which is lish Department chair for six (SARB) at the District level, nators of two and four year participating FESHE recog- accredited by the Califor- years, the WASC Self-Study and has been a member academic fire and emer- nized four-year institution nia State Fire Marshall and Coordinator, the supervisor of the District negotiating gency medical services to obtain their bachelor's held in partnership with for facilities, and GHS’s team. A champion of eq- (EMS) management and degree in fire management." the Livermore-Pleasanton State testing coordinator. He uity, she was instrumental degree programs to develop LPC was informed it had Fire Department, utilizing holds a bachelor’s degree in developing and leading a network of emergency received the recognition personnel from fire agen- in English from Califor- diversity activities at all services-related education earlier this month. The pro- cies throughout Alameda nia State University (CSU) schools. Scudder has long and training providers. The cess, spearheaded by LPC County. Visit laspositascol- Fresno and a master’s in been a leader in professional initiative additionally works FST Program Coordinator lege.edu/fst/index.php for English Literature from development, and looks to enhance the recognition of German Sierra, included additional information on CSU Hayward. “Granada forward to working with ad- fire and emergency services having FESHE review the LPC's FST program. has been my educational ministrative colleagues and home for 20 years, and teachers in her new district I’m excited to build on the position. foundation that Mr. Daley Kim McNeely currently has established and to help serves as LVJUSD’s Bond LPC Commencement to Feature teachers continue the work Program Administrator. of the past few years,” says McNeely has 29 years of Former Assemblywoman Baker Hart. “This is an incredible experience devoted to K-12 opportunity for me, and I facilities; she had worked 1,282 Las Positas Col- Amador Valley Transit Au- years of experience in senior appreciate the support of with LVJUSD for ten years, lege (LPC) graduates will thority (LAVTA) Executive positions within the public our district, our school-site as well as for the Lodi Uni- see their hard work pay off Director Michael Tree will sector, including stints as the staff, our students, and their fied School District and when they receive degrees or be named the 2019 Friend Missoula Urban Transporta- families.” Dublin Unified School Dis- certificates later this month. of the College. tion District general manag- Helen Gladden views trict. She has experience Approximately 300 Tree was instrumental er in Montana, city manager her appointment as “head- in all facets of facilities graduates are expected to in helping LPC initiate the for the city of Twentynine ing home,” after serving in development, management, participate in the college's Student Mobility Initia- Palms in California and the District office as Assis- funding, and implementa- annual graduation ceremony tive, which piloted a pub- general manager for Sierra tant Director of Curriculum tion. McNeely is a graduate where former Assembly- lic transportation opera- Management, which oper- and Special Projects. She of CSU East Bay, where she woman Catharine Baker will tion that directly connected ates the public transit system spent a decade at LHS as earned a bachelor’s degree provide the keynote address. LPC with the Bay Area in Porterville, California. an English teacher, depart- in Economics and a master’s Baker served California's Rapid Transit (BART) in He has a Bachelor of Sci- ment chairperson, profes- degree in Public Adminis- 16th District from 2014 to Dublin/Pleasanton and the ence in business administra- sional development lead, tration, with an emphasis in 2018. Although affiliated Livermore Transit Center tion from Brigham Young accreditation coordinator, public policy development. with the Republican Party, that links to the Altamont University and Master of and finally as vice principal. She looks forward to man- Baker developed a reputa- Corridor Express (ACE) Science in transportation Gladden entered the field aging the implementation tion as an independent, bi- train. The effort resulted in management from San Jose of education after a 20-year of Measure J Bond signa- partisan voice in the legisla- a student transportation fee State University. From top: Matthew Hart, career with the federal gov- ture projects at LHS, East ture, fostering collaboration to solidify the partnership The 29th Annual Com- Helen Gladden, Vicki ernment, and has been with Avenue Middle School, and that led to accountability in between LPC and LAVTA mencement Ceremony is Scudder, and Kim LVJUSD for 14 years. She Joe Michell K-8, as well as environmental, transporta- yielding approximately 800 scheduled to take place on McNeely (Photos courtesy earned her bachelor’s degree completing the GHS Athlet- tion and government issues. individual rides each day Saturday, May 25 at 10 a.m. of LVJUSD) in Rhetoric from UC Berke- ics and Aquatics Renovation She was the vice-chair of and approximately 60,000 at LPC's Physical Education ley and a master’s degree Project and the districtwide the Higher Education Com- individual rides each aca- Complex, Building 2500, Both comprehensive in Educational Leadership Video Projection and Voice mittee for four years and demic semester. 3000 Campus Hill Drive in high schools will have from CSU East Bay. “I look Enhancement Projects. Mc- authored legislation to put Tree has more than 20 Livermore. new principals for 2019- forward to working with the Neely states, “I am honored California residents above 20. The Livermore Valley entire LHS community to to be part of the amazing out-of-state students in Uni- Joint Unified School District build a support system that LVJUSD team and to con- versity of California (UC) (LVJUSD) will welcome prepares students to gradu- tinue my lifelong interest admissions, capping out- two current administrators ate college career ready,” in contributing to the learn- of-state student enrollment to the District-level leader- Gladden says. “I believe ing environment for our at UC schools and bringing ship team. Matthew Hart, that preparation requires students.” financial transparency and currently Vice Principal not only academic support “We are thrilled to wel- accountability to UC's Of- at Granada High School but also a concerted effort come these accomplished fice of the President. Baker (GHS), has been promoted to develop self-confidence, leaders to their new roles in additionally authored legis- to Principal at GHS. Helen resilience, and compassion our district,” said LVJUSD lation to establish and fund Gladden, who has previ- in our students.” Superintendent of Schools Veteran Resource Centers at ously served as principal of Vicki Scudder has de- Kelly Bowers, Ed.D. “Our California community col- East Avenue Middle School voted her career as an ed- students, staff, and com- leges and a bill to support from 2015 – 2017, has been ucator to supporting the munity deserve the highest veterans as they transition named Principal of Liver- students, staff, and families quality leadership in their from active duty into higher more High School (LHS). of LVJUSD as a school schools and their programs.” education. Current LHS Principal Vicki principal at every level, Current GHS Principal Prior to serving as an Scudder has accepted a po- from elementary through PJ Daley is relocating from elected official, Baker was sition at the District Office high school – most recently the area with his family. Tim special counsel at Hoge as the Assistant Director as LHS Principal. Scudder Boczanowski, LVJUSD’s Fenton Jones and Appel law of Curriculum and Special holds a bachelor’s degree in outgoing Bond Program firm in Pleasanton, advising Projects. Kim McNeely, Art, with English and Histo- Director, is pursuing new small businesses and local the present Bond Program ry minors, from Holy Names opportunities in the private non-profits on how to get Administrator, will be the University; she earned a sector. started and succeed. She District’s new Bond Pro- Pupil Personnel Services was also a California leader gram Director. counseling credential from in her community, serving on local school improve- ment committees, a local preschool board and volun- teering with Girl Scouts and Livermore Police Requesting Boy Scouts as an archery instructor. She is currently Assistance in Suspect Identification a member of the board of California Women Lead, an organization helping women seek appointed and elected office; board advisor to the Tri-Valley Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs (APAPA) organiza- tion and a board member for the Diablo Regional Arts Association. Baker has a Bachelor of The Livermore Police Department colored older model Toyota Corolla Arts degree from the Uni- (LPD) is requesting the community’s four-door sedan onto Pine Street. LPD versity of Chicago and Juris assistant in identifying three suspects Detectives obtained photos from the Doctorate from the Univer- involved in an armed robbery on May store’s surveillance cameras and are sity of California Berkeley 14. At about 10:50 PM, an employee hoping someone recognizes any or all School of Law. at the AM PM, located at 899 Rincon of the suspects. If you recognize or Additionally, Livermore Avenue in Livermore, was robbed at can identify the suspects in the images, gunpoint. Three Hispanic and/or light please contact Detective Tony Esquivel skin males, in their mid to late teens, at 925-371-4756 or email mesquivel@ entered the store carrying handguns cityoflivermore.net. Those who wish and demanded money from the clerk. to remain anonymous may do so and The three suspects stole money, tobacco submit their tip to the You and Blue Tip products and the clerk’s cellular phone. Line at www.youandblue.org/LPD424/ *Extractions & Bone The suspects fled the AM PM in a black cases/am-pm-armed-robbery. Grafting Are Not Included SINGLE TOOTH REPLACEMENT MAY 23, 2019 • The Independent 9 OBITUARIES Lula Jolly Area native, born to Wayne He was one of a few original Layton (John) Ryan; his son, Marian is survived by her ter Zoe and son Zac, and by Resident of Redding and Rachel Erwin on April families to start the Tri-Valley Todd (Jenny) DeSantis; 12 daughters, Sue and Pame- Marian, the wife with whom 19, 1966. The oldest of three Quarter Midget Club and built grandchildren; sister, Peggy la; her son-in-law Gary; her he happily shared the last 11 Aug. 22, 1919 - May 8, 2019 children, she is survived by the racetrack for children in Layton Komada; aunt, Jo- grandchildren Caia, Marni, years of his life, and who has Lula Jolly passed away her two brothers, David and Livermore. sephine Layton; and many Holly and Corey; and her become a blessing to his entire peacefully on Wednesday, Daniel Erwin. Neil is survived by his cousins. seven great-grandchildren family. May 8, 2019, at Reutlinger She graduated from John F. loving wife Cheryl, devoted In addition to his parents, Megan, Nathan, Lewis, Sam, Beyond his considerable Community in Danville, Calif. Kennedy High School in Fre- children Eric and Brian of Tom was preceded in death Justin, Tate and Maile. personal and professional ac- Lula was born on August mont, Calif., in 1984. Carmen Livermore, Brian’s girlfriend by his son, Kevin Layton, and Marian’s family wants to complishments, he is remem- 22, 1919, in Adamson, Okla. went on to study nursing, then Nicole, and his granddaughter his brother-in-law, Joseph thank Pleasanton Parkview bered by his family simply as She later moved to Sheep changed majors, graduating Hunter. He is also survived Komada. Assisted Living, Livermore’s “Pop” and “Papa,” a man who Ranch where she married Rob- with a business degree from by his sister Joyce of Nevada His body was interred at Visiting Angels, San Ramon’s defined his life with grace, ert Lee Jolly, and later settled Ohlone College and working City, his brother in love Bob a family plot in Ohio in a Comfort Keepers, and Fre- humility, loyalty, generosity, in Redding, Calif. in the field of marketing until Yates of Volcano, his sister in wooden casket constructed by mont's Suncrest Hospice. integrity, truth, and love, and leaving the workforce to start law Debra Fox of Scottsdale, his cousins. They want to thank Marian’s by a deep and enduring respect a family. Ariz., sister in law Doreen In lieu of flowers, the fam- great-grandchildren, who sent for and devotion to humanity. While attending Ohlone Yates of Auburn, and many ily request that memorials handmade cards and gifts, and College, she met the love of nieces and nephews. He will in Tom’s name be made to made frequent visits over the Clarence “Bob” Klein her life, Robert Moeller. They be greatly missed by all. Samaritan’s Purse at: www. last nine years, which brought were married on April 17, A day of remembrance samaritanspurse.org. additional joy to Marian. Apr. 21, 1936 – May 17, 2019 1993, in Fremont, where they of his life will be held at the To share your memory of Marian’s ashes are in the Bob passed away on May also resided, later having two ranch. Memorial donations Tom or leave a condolence for Pleasanton Pioneer Cemetery, 17, after a long illness. He sons, Brandon and Brian. The may be made to the Tri-Valley the family, please visit: www. across the street from the was surrounded by those who family moved to Livermore, Retired Educators Scholarship reedegan.com. Parkview Assisted Living. Her loved him. Calif., at the end of 2012. Car- Fund, 1792 Old Tower Rd., friendships were so dear to her. men taught Faith Formation Livermore, CA 94550. Marian Elsa at Holy Spirit Catholic Parish Vester Mood Alexander in Fremont and St. Charles Richard Thomas “Tom” Lula enjoyed fishing, play- Borromeo in Livermore. Car- Dec. 23, 1919 - Apr. 8, 2018 McFarlane Mood ing bingo, doing her clay men was a strong advocate Layton Marian was born on De- May 31, 1913 - Apr. 26, 2009 artwork of birds, and enjoying for Brian and championed Nov. 11, 1942 - May 5, 2019 cember 23, 1919, in Nashville, Alexander was born on all of her family. the cause of autism. She also A Celebration of Life for Tenn. She passed away on May 31, 1913, in Amarillo, Lula is survived by her chil- loved the San Francisco Giants Richard Thomas “Tom” Lay- April 8, 2018, in Pleasanton, Texas. He passed away on dren: Lynne Richards (Hank), and Golden State Warriors, ton, 76, of Delray Beach, Fla., Calif. April 26, 2009, in Orange Ron Jolly of Redding, Linda just like her mom. will be held at Celebration Marian was raised in Grand County, Calif. Lonnberg (Michael) of Liver- Carmen is survived by her Christian Center in Livermore Rapids, Mich. After high Alex had unusually varied more, grandchildren Joyce husband Robert, sons Brandon at 11 a.m., on Saturday, May school, Marian worked sum- academic and professional Kewely (Don) of Oregon, and Brian, her mother-in-law 25, 2019. mers in Chicago, working for careers, which included: a Bob is survived by Clau- Theresa Thomsen, Regina Virginia Moeller, sister-in-law a magician (who sawed her in doctorate in mathematics from dette, his loving wife of 50 Sharrett (Craig) of Redding, Sue Park, her father Wayne Er- half every performance) and Princeton; advanced studies years; his devoted son Bob Nicole, Crystal, Roberta Jolly win and stepmother Glenda, as at a resort in Potoski, Mich. with Albert Einstein; profes- Klein; stepchildren Ken Dig- of Florida, Jenn Tole-Lon- well as her brothers David and Marian graduated from Grand sorships at several distin- ness, Karen Shindler, and nberg, and Curtis Lonnberg Daniel Erwin. She is preceded Rapids Community College, guished universities, includ- Christine De Luca; and eight (Jennie) of Livermore, and ten by her mother Rachel Garcia and attended UCLA. ing the University of Texas, grandchildren and seven great- great-grandchildren. Erwin, and father-in-law Ron- In 1942, Marian married UCLA and UCI; various Unit- grandchildren. Lula was preceded in death ald Moeller. Fred Garbrecht, who was serv- ed States government posi- Bob was born in Waco, by her husband Robert Jol- Services will be held at St. ing in the U.S. Navy at North tions, including assignments Texas, and moved to Liver- ly, her three sisters and one Charles Borromeo Catholic Island, Calif. After WWII, the for the military during World more at three months old. He brother. Church, 1315 Lomitas Ave., family moved to Grand Rapids War II, charter membership in lived in Livermore all of his A Celebration of Life will Livermore, 94550, on Thurs- where they raised their daugh- the RAND Corporation, for life, except when he served be held at a later date. In lieu day, May 30, 2019, at 11 a.m., ters, Sue and Pamela. In 1956, which he directed research for three years in the Marine of flowers, donations in Lula's with reception immediately Marian returned to California for the U.S. Air Force and Corps. He was proud to serve memory may be made to Con- following. Donations in Car- Tom, a graduate of Newark to join her brother, mother and Atomic Energy Commission. his country in the Korean War. tinuum Care Hospice, 5884 W. men’s name can be made to Catholic High School, died at great-aunts. He served as president of He became a union carpenter, Las Positas Boulevard, Suite Autism Speaks or your pre- the Trustbridge Hospice Cen- Marian loved to dance: as a two scientific societies, on and then acted as a business 221, Pleasanton, CA 94588. ferred cancer charity. ter of Delray Medical Center teenager, she starred in Grand the editorial boards of three agent for the union. He was on Sunday, May 5, 2019. He Rapids ballets; she taught journals, and participated in involved in the political arena dance while at UCLA; and for the Democratic National Carmen Erwin Moeller Neil Alan "Jorgy" was born in Newark, Ohio, a half dozen international she danced the square dance in conferences in Europe. Convention, traveling back Apr. 19, 1966 - May 8, 2019 Joergensen on November 11, 1942, to the late Elmer and Ann (Camp- China when in her 60s. His private-sector activities and forth for the Carpenters Resident of Livermore bell) Layton. He attended St. In 1998, Marian married included formation of the Gen- Union to present their cause Feb. 20, 1946 - May 15, 2019 Vincent College in Latrobe, Alex McFarlane Mood and eral Analysis Corporation. He before Congress and House A California native, Neil Pa., and Ohio State University. lived in Irvine, where they was Assistant Commissioner representatives. grew up in Castro Valley. He In the late '70s, he moved played bridge, made many of the Education Commission, He loved his family and graduated from Castro Val- to Livermore, Calif. His oc- friends, traveled, attended which later became the United friends, and was a very active ley High School, and earned cupation was marketing, and ballets, and enjoyed a spe- States Dept. of Education. He person until a near- death ac- a B.A. in Industrial Arts and he was an active member of cial friendship with Alex’s published over 40 research ar- cident changed his life forever. his teaching credential from Celebration Christian Center daughter, Margaret. When ticles in professional journals We will miss him dearly. San Jose State. Neil taught of Livermore. Tom enjoyed Alex died in 2009, Marian and four books, one of which The funeral mass will be at Sunset High in Hayward, his dogs and politics, and moved to Pleasanton, Calif., is an advanced mathematics held at St. Charles Borromeo Hayward High, and Granada was a very compassionate where she made new friends, textbook, which has been in Catholic Church in Livermore High in Livermore. He took and jovial person who made played ACBL bridge, and met use worldwide. on May 29, at 11 a.m. All are a special love of her life, Mike great pride in the fact that friends easily and was always He was preceded in death welcome! he, a close friend and PG&E available to listen and counsel LoDolce, of Pleasanton. Mike by his four siblings and Har- Carmen Erwin Moeller, took Marian out to Peet’s for Donations may be made to 53, loving and devoted wife, developed the Sunset Energy his friends. He proudly served riet, his wife of over 60 years. Shepherd's Gate and VITAS Center in the early 1980s. The on the Selective Service Draft coffee every afternoon, where He is survived by their mother, daughter and sister, they enjoyed making new Hospice. passed away on Wednesday, program earned number one Board and on the Alameda children Margaret, Carolyn St. Michael Cemetery & in the state and number two County Grand Jury. friends. Marian enjoyed the and Alex, along with grand- May 8, 2019, in Pleasanton, friendships of Mike’s daughter Funeral Center, (925) 455- Calif., after a heroic battle in the nation. Tom is survived by his wife daughter Lisa, her daughter 9696. Neil loved family, skiing, of 41 years, Luana (Trovato) and son-in-law, Sharon and Sara, grandson Warren, his with metastatic breast cancer. Byron. She was a San Francisco Bay Tahoe, dancing and racing. Layton; his daughter, Kristine wife Cindy and their daugh-

ASTRONOMERS (Continued from page 3) that, finding a rare object from Charles and Lisa Si- Another feature of LSST physicist already associated revolutionary design involv- The three-mirror assem- of interest in the vast sea of monyi and from Bill Gates. operations will be an active with the project, Seppala ing three mirrors, two of bly will reflect light into data, will bring new chal- So rich is the flow of public outreach program, created an innovative three- them fabricated on the same LSST’s digital camera, the lenges taking a new breed of information expected to be making LSST data available mirror design that impressed piece of glass, he said. largest ever built. Rough- astronomers. that the project requires an to K-12 schools and amateur reviewers and gave the po- The telescope had to ac- ly the size of a small car “There is so much data automated alert system for astronomers. tential funding agency, the count for six color ranges, and weighing more than that simply processing that notifying astronomers of National Science Founda- greatly increasing the diffi- three tons, it will have 189 data requires a great deal of detected changes in the night INNOVATIONS tion, confidence that LSST culty compared to designing 16-megapixel detectors and work.” skies. FROM LLNL could be successful. a laser system that emits light will collect so much light that Dawson described the The alerts are expected Present in the retiree au- In an email following the at a single wavelength. heat control is a serious issue. LSST and its capabilities to number in the millions, dience was Lynn Seppala, luncheon talk, Seppala called The result was a relatively As the time approaches last week to a meeting of raising the question of how former chief optical designer the design effort “enormous- compact design – as compact for the LSST to see “first the Livermore Laboratory to identify the most impor- for LLNL’s laser program, ly complex,” with “many, as an 8.4-meter telescope can light,” Dawson said he is Retirees Association. tant for immediate further who 20 years ago moved the many iterations” required to be – that can pivot rapidly to “very excited.” The project is jointly scrutiny. dream of a telescope with create a telescope that would view a new part of the night In fact, he thinks “we funded by the U.S. Depart- New statistical techniques LSST’s capabilities close to maintain high resolution sky, settle into stability and should all be excited… This ment of Energy and the Na- are being developed to deal reality. across a wide field of view. start making observations will be the greatest survey tional Science Foundation, with the data flow, Dawson With the encouragement It was something of a quickly compared with more that man has ever made of with private contributions said. of Kem Cook, an LLNL “leap of faith” to propose a elongated designs. the universe.” NUCLEAR (Continued from first page) current management, sign- high regard in which he was propulsion systems for Navy qualified, very capable person Senate for not living up to its and the blame falls not just ers of the letter are all either held in several positions, ac- ships and submarines, and as- at a time when the program responsibilities by confirming on the Senate, but on ad- former directors of the three cording to observers familiar sists in responding to nuclear needs all the informed leader- Bookless earlier? None of the ministrations of both parties, nuclear weapons laboratories with his career. emergencies in the United ship it can get.” letter’s signers said so when which put people through the or past administrators of the He joined LLNL in 1980, States and around the world.” According to Jill Hru- asked for a comment. ringer in vetting processes NNSA. remaining for more than 30 Gordon-Hagerty “has put by, former Sandia director, However, John Harvey, a and delays that discourage The letter was dated May years in research and increas- together an impressive team “There was no hesitation on former senior defense official good people from wanting to 14. Former Lawrence Liver- ingly senior management in to achieve these objectives, anyone's part to sign the letter who did not sign the letter, serve their country.” more National Laboratory the weapons program, and and has moved out with great in short order. Leadership in believes that is the message In this view, Harvey has directors who signed included in safety and environmental care and professionalism in NNSA is key to complete the that is being sent. lots of company. The Wash- Mike May, Mike Anastasio, protection. advancing her priorities and challenging tasks assigned Harvey once worked at ington Post, for example, George Miller, Bruce Tartar By the time he left to vision.” to the NNSA and their labs LLNL in weapons and intel- keeps tabs on 716 key Ad- and Parney Albright. work in Washington, D.C. as Bookless should be con- and plants over the coming ligence programs and later ministration positions that re- Signing from Sandia Na- senior advisor to the NNSA’s firmed to allow her to com- years. Having someone with became a senior manager at quire Senate approval. These tional Laboratory, which administrator, he had served plete her management team to experience like Bill's will be the Defense Department and are senior level jobs, such as manages a major Livermore as an associate director. From make it possible for NNSA to important.” NNSA. In addition, he also cabinet secretary, chief legal site, were former directors there, he moved to Long carry out its national respon- John Browne, a former helped to lead arms control counsel and chief financial Paul Robinson, Tom Hunter, Island to became assistant sibilities, the letter comments. Los Alamos director who negotiations. officer. Paul Hommert and Jill Hruby. director for policy and stra- Bookless brings a “unique once worked at LLNL, wrote “I don't think that I could As of this week, the Post The letter urges Senate tegic planning at Brookhaven body of technical and mana- in an email, “I agreed to be cast as overly partisan reported, 444 nominations majority leader Mitch Mc- National Laboratory in 2011. gerial experience” to the job support this letter…because by noting that the process have been confirmed, 135 Connell (R-Ky) and minor- Another former LLNL from his time at Livermore NNSA needs outstanding for getting potential senior have yet to be confirmed, ity leader Charles Schumer employee, Lisa Gordon- and elsewhere that can make leadership to help manage government officials named, and 133 are open with no (D-NY) “to schedule an early Hagerty, serves as NNSA’s him an invaluable member of their affairs during one of the vetted, nominated, reviewed nominee. vote on the confirmation” of administrator today. the NNSA management, the heaviest workloads in their and eventually approved by The problem is not unique Bookless, who had to be re- The letter states that letter added. history.” the Senate is broken and has to this Administration or nominated for the NNSA po- NNSA “ensures the safety, Asked for further com- He said he has known been broken for years,” he today’s famously partisan sition in early 2019 after last security, and effectiveness ment, all of the signers who Bookless “for over 30 years wrote in an email. atmosphere in Washington, year’s nomination expired. of America’s nuclear weap- responded reiterated their and found him to be techni- He notes that, apart from according to multiple online That 18 top-level nuclear ons stockpile, provides the support for Bookless. cally excellent and a person defense positions, “lots of news sources. Complaints defense officials would urge technical support to meet na- Mike May, former LLNL of high integrity.” jobs at the State Department about obstructed confirma- Bookless’s prompt confirma- tional non-proliferation goals, director, wrote in an email, Did the sending of the are not getting filled. tion have come from both tion is in part a tribute to the designs and fields nuclear “Bill Bookless is a very well letter imply a criticism of the “The process is broken, parties and go back decades. 10 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019

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Very few people turned Stephenson used to clar- Ed Duarte and Ann Marie letter as allowed under the more diverse points of view. and the San Ramon Valley out at four hearings to give ity the map’s districts. She Johnson reside in Ward 2. California Voting Rights Act In the I-680 corridor, Fire District. The jurisdic- opinions about how the said it can be confusing to Both of them cannot re- (CVRA), in an effort to cre- Rafferty’s demand letter tions are at various levels wards should be drawn, refer to “election districts,” main on the board after the ate smaller districts where went to DSRSD, the city of considering or moving said DSRSD spokesperson since DSRSD is a special 2020 election, because that minority people could have councils in Danville, San toward adopting the ward Sue Stephenson. As a re- services district. Ward is a would put membership at a better chance to win one Ramon, the San Ramon Val- elections. sult, DSRSD turned to the word used by EBMUD and one over the five-seat limit. seat on a board, to bring in ley Unified School District, Next Door website, where EBRPD, both special ser- The board determined that neighbors post information vices districts like DSRSD, Johnson, who was elected for their neighbors to read. for their map boundaries. in 2018, should finish her The Scarlet map was the Stephenson said that it is four-year term. Duarte, who most popular, with more too early in the process for was elected in 2016, will go than 100 votes. DSRSD to determine what off the board for two years, In drawing up the maps, the areas will be called. So and be eligible to run again the board worked to bal- far, the board has referred in the 2022 election. ance representation between to them as “election areas.” ATTORNEY PRAISES Dublin and San Ramon, not Board president Maddi DSRSD DECISION an easy task, considering the Misheloff and director Rich Scott Rafferty, the Wal- population differential be- Halket live in Ward 3, so if nut Creek attorney whose tween the two cities within both decide to run, they will demand letter led to the DSRSD. The Dublin side be facing each other. Other DSRSD decision to conduct contains 29,311 registered residents can file for the ward elections, praised the voters, and San Ramon seat, too. board. He told a reporter, 22,539, as of May 17 this No incumbent resides “I think DSRSD is doing year. Total registration adds in Wards 1 and 5. DSRSD it right. I hope people ap- up to 51,850. would be recruiting people preciate their integrity. Two To correct the imbal- to run for those seats. Ste- of them are going to leave ance, the map shows Ward phenson said that an op- the board, but they will be 3 straddling the county line, portune time to reach out leaving the district better with most of it west of I-680 to applicants would be in than they found it.” in both cities. However, a the spring of 2020, when The two leaving the small part of it is east of DSRSD plans to hold its board are Duarte, who won’t I-680 in Dublin. “water academy,” a series of be eligible to run until the Wards 4 and 5 are wholly orientation meetings about 2022 election, instead of within Dublin, and 1 and 2 DSRSD’s mission in water the 2020 election, and either are within San Ramon. delivery, wastewater treat- Misheloff or Halket, who EFFECTS ON FALL ment, and water recycling. would be running against 2020 ELECTION In the 2022 elections, each other in Ward 3, if Adoption of the map has seats for Wards 2 and 4 they both choose to run. If the potential to pit some will be placed on the bal- one decides not to run, that lot. Incumbent Georgeanne directors against each other person will be leaving the The 28th Annual Livermore Downtown Street Fest, a two-day event hosted on May in the new wards. Vonheeder Leopold lives board. in Ward 4. Incumbents 18-19 this year, offers fun for visitors of all ages. “Wards” is a term that Rafferty sent the demand (Photo – Doug Jorgensen)

record the measurements. This way you’ll know if you can delivering the information in an upbeat way. squeeze the china cabinet through a corner door, or if you “In moving with children, one should help them feel safe have to bring the sofa in through the patio slider. This will and secure among all the hustle and bustle and the many also help you choose a properly sized truck. changes ahead,” Mundy advises. 2. Pre-pack your home. Give them assignments to help with the move. Children You’ll need several weeks to pack up your home. past the toddler stage can pack their own toys and clothes. Go through your belongings room-by-room putting Teach them how to label boxes properly. Older children may everything into one of three categories: Things you plan to want to research the area you are moving to or help plan the take with you, things you will sell or give away, and things route to the new home. you will toss out. The more involved children are, the more they will feel Moving? Seven Tips Anything to be thrown away should go right into garbage connected to their new home before they even arrive. bags or the recycle bin. 5. Notify service providers about your move. Items in useable condition that you don’t want or need You’ll want to contact utility companies (gas and electric, To Make It Easier can be sold or given away. water, garbage, cable, etc.) about a week before your move. By Cher Wollard Anything you plan to give away can be bagged up and Notify the post office, so your mail can be forwarded to tagged for the charity of your choice—tax deductible, in your new address. We’re entering the peak season for moving – June, July many cases. For many services, you can make these changes on line. and August. Set aside those things you plan to sell. You can find buyers Make arrangements with any service providers you have Since the beginning of this year, 837 homes that were by advertising, holding a garage sale or placing items with – house cleaners, gardeners, pool maintenance – about when listed on the Multiple Listing Service have closed in Liver- a local consignment shop. you will be moving. more, Pleasanton and Dublin. This is in addition to new Once that’s done, you’ll only have to pack the things you Give yourself a few days leeway, especially on the move home sales and private sales. intend to take with you to your new home. out date. Not every transaction closes on the date specified And many others are moving into rental homes or apart- If you are selling your present home, start sorting before in the contract. ments. the house goes on the market. This will make it easier to 6. If possible, plan a day at your new home to clean So that means lots of families are getting ready to move. keep your home clutter-free during showings. before you move in. If yours is one of those—whether you are going across the It will also reduce stress when it comes time for the It is nice when sellers or property managers clean the street or across the country–you’ll need a plan. actual move. home thoroughly or even hire professional cleaners to do it 1. Give yourself plenty of time. 3. Pack smartly. before they move out, but not everyone one does, so you’ll Most people underestimate how much stuff they have and Use sturdy boxes and label everything by room with dif- want to ensure at least the kitchen and bathrooms, including how long it will take to get things sorted, packed and moved. ferent colored tape or markers to indicate each room. This all drawers and shelves, are up to your standards before you You can start getting ready to move even before your will make unpacking more orderly. start unpacking. Realtor puts the “For Sale” sign in your yard. To save on boxes, pack clothes in luggage. Old towels, Then give yourself a day to clean the home you are Professional movers and truck rental companies get sheets and blankets can be used as extra padding for deli- leaving. booked up this time of year, so if you plan to use professional cate items. 7. Be ready to go the day of the move. movers, make arrangements a month or more in advance, Heavy items, such as books, should go in small boxes. Each member of the family should pack a small bag with if possible. You can get recommendations from friends or Clothes, bedding and other lightweight items can go in essentials such as toothbrushes, shampoo and soap, daily neighbors who have moved recently, or from your agent. larger boxes. medications and a change of clothes. You may want to get estimates of cost from two or three To avoid breakage, stack dishes vertically with packing Pack the items you will need first (box cutter, toilet pa- companies before signing a contract. paper or bubble wrap, and always wrap glassware and other per, paper towels, trash bags, eating utensils, power strips, When choosing a company, consider reputation and what delicate items before packing them in boxes. phone chargers, a few cleaning supplies, tools, etc.) in a services they provide, in addition to the price they charge. 4. Prepare your children for the move. clear plastic bin marked ‘’Unpack First.” Paying a few dollars more for movers who are prompt and Children need time to get used to change, so let them Carry the bin and the overnight bags with you, if possible. efficient, and will use care with your possessions, can save know you are planning to move as soon as you have made For long-distance moves, that bin should be the last thing you headaches down the road. the decision. loaded on the moving van. You may also consider renting a storage unit. Some Michaelene Mundy, author of “Saying Good-bye, Saying moving companies offer mobile storage units that can be If you are thinking about moving, contact your local Hello … When Your Family Is Moving” (Elf-help Books for Realtor today. delivered to your driveway for packing up and then held at Kids from Abbey Press) advises giving them as much infor- their facility until your move. mation as possible about their new home and community, Cher Wollard is a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway If you are moving some or all of your possessions the school they will be attending – even their rooms – and yourself, measure your furniture and other large items, and HomeServices Drysdale Properties, Livermore.

#208, Livermore, CA 94550 This statement was filed Street, Livemore, CA 94550 with the County Clerk of Al- 94551, is hereby registered by with the County Clerk of Al- is hereby registered by LEGAL NOTICES is hereby registered by with the County Clerk of Al- is hereby registered by ameda on April 10, 2019. the following owner(s): ameda on April 26, 2019. the following owner(s): the following owner(s): ameda on April 11, 2019. the following owner(s): Expires April 10, 2024. USAVEonFLOORS, Inc., Expires April 26, 2024. Special Tactics Solutions, Inc., FOR INFORMATION Aimee Farmer, 5800 East Ave Expires April 11, 2024. Shauna Lay, 750 S L Street, The Independent Le- 137 E Airway Blvd #173/175, The Independent Legal 301 Armstrong Street, Suite PLACING # 208, Livermore, CA 94550. The Independent Le- Livemore, CA 94550. This gal No. 4541. Published Livermore, CA 94551. This No. 4544. Published May 207, Livermore, CA 94551. LEGAL NOTICES This business is conducted gal No. 4538. Published business is conducted by May 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019. business is conducted by a 16, 23, 30, June 6, 2019. This business is conducted Call 925-243-8000 by an individual. The date on May 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019. an individual. The date on Corporation. The date on which by a Corporationl. The date on which the registrant first com- which the registrant first com- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the registrant first commenced FICTITIOUS BUSINESS which the registrant first com- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS menced to transact business FICTITIOUS BUSINESS menced to transact business NAME STATEMENT to transact business under the NAME STATEMENT menced to transact business NAME STATEMENT under the fictitious business NAME STATEMENT under the fictitious business FILE NO. 558469 fictitious business name(s) FILE NO. 558822 under the fictitious business FILE NO. 557845 name(s) listed above: N/A. FILE NO. 558472 name(s) listed above: N/A. The following person(s) doing listed above: September 16, The following person(s) do- name(s) listed above: July 6, The following person(s) Signature of Registrants: The following person(s) do- Signature of Registrants: business as: Aby Stitches, 7286 2018. Signature of Registrants: ing business as: Pleasanton 2011. Signature of Registrants: doing business as: Hans- /s/: Aimee Farmer, Owner. ing business as: A.A.A. En- /s/: Shauna Lay, Sole prop- Carneros Lane, Dublin, CA /s/: Lisa Batinich, President. Smiles, 514 Main Street, /s/: Shaun Rice, President. bakes, 18495 Boston This statement was filed terprises, 20885 Redwood prietor. This statement was 94568 is hereby registered by This statement was filed Pleasanton, CA 94566, This statement was filed Road, Hayward, CA 94541, with the County Clerk of Rd #143, Castro Valley, CA filed with the County Clerk of the following owner(s): with the County Clerk of is hereby registered by with the County Clerk of is hereby registered by Alameda on April 3, 2019. 94546 is hereby registered by Alameda on April 11, 2019. Blue Box Investments, Inc. Alameda on May 2, 2019. the following owner(s): Alameda on May 2, 2019. the following owner(s): Expires April 3, 2024. the following owner(s): Expires April 11, 2024. ,7286 Carneros Lane, Dublin, Expires May 2, 2024. Sumeet Masaun, 199 Mon- Expires May 2, 2024. Johanna Moa, 18495 Boston The Independent Le- Matthew Anaya, 1479 155th The Independent Le- CA 94568 (Nevada Corp). The Independent Le- tevideo Circle, Fremont, CA The Independent Legal No. Road, Hayward, CA 94541.This gal No. 4537. Published Ave, San Leandro, CA 94578. gal No. 4540. Published This business is conducted gal No. 4543. Published 94539. This business is con- 4546. Published May 16, 23, business is conducted by an May 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019. This business is conducted May 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019. by an individual. The date on May 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019. ducted by an Individual. The 30, June 6, 2019. individual. The date on which by an individual. The date on which the registrant first com- date on which the registrant the registrant first commenced FICTITIOUS BUSINESS which the registrant first com- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS menced to transact business FICTITIOUS BUSINESS first commenced to transact SUMMONS to transact business under NAME STATEMENT menced to transact business NAME STATEMENT under the fictitious business NAME STATEMENT business under the fictitious COMPLAINT NOTICE the fictitious business name(s) FILE NO. 557748 under the fictitious business FILE NO. 557638 name(s) listed above: N/A. FILE NO. 558467 business name(s) listed above: TO DEFENDANT: Ri- listed above: January 1, 2019. The following person(s) name(s) listed above: April 26, The following person(s) doing Signature of Registrants: The following person(s) do- N/A. Signature of Registrants: cardo Ibarra Pina, and Signature of Registrants: doing business as: Liver- 2019. Signature of Registrants: business as: Aloha Nail, 869 /s/: Anne Beale Yancey, ing business as: The State /s/: Sumeet Masaun, Owner. DOES 1-25, inclusive. /s/: Johanna Moa, Owner. more Printer, 383 South I /s/: Matthew Anaya, Founder/ E. Stanley Blvd, Livemore, CA President. This statement was Coiffuer, 2219 1ST Street, This statement was filed This statement was filed Street, Livermore, CA 94550 Owner. This statement was 94550 is hereby registered by filed with the County Clerk of FL2, Livermore, CA 94550, with the County Clerk of YOU ARE BEING SUED with the County Clerk of Al- is hereby registered by filed with the County Clerk of the following owner(s): Alameda on April 26, 2019. is hereby registered by Alameda on May 6, 2019. BY PLAINTIFF ROBERTO ameda on April 12, 2019. the following owner(s): Alameda on April 26, 2019. Thanh H. Nguyen, 534 Downs- Expires April 26, 2024. the following owner(s): Expires May 6, 2024. LOPEZ. Short Name of Expires April 12, 2024. Daniel Twomey and Loni Expires April 26, 2024. glen Way, San Jose, CA 95133. The Independent Le- Capital Beauty Inc, 2219 1ST The Independent Legal Case: LOPEZ v. PINA, et al., The Independent Le- Twomey, 1170 Larkspur Dr, The Independent Le- This business is conducted gal No. 4542. Published Street, FL2, Livermore, CA No. 4545. Published May Case Number: CV-18-002280. gal No. 4536. Published Livemore, CA 94550. This gal No. 4539. Published by an individual. The date on May 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019. 94550. This business is con- 16, 23, 30, June 6, 2019. May 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019. business is conducted by a May 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019. which the registrant first com- ducted by a Corporation. The NOTICE! You have been married couple. The date on menced to transact business FICTITIOUS BUSINESS date on which the registrant FICTITIOUS BUSINESS sued. The court may decide FICTITIOUS BUSINESS which the registrant first com- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS under the fictitious business NAME STATEMENT first commenced to transact NAME STATEMENT against you without your be- NAME STATEMENT menced to transact business NAME STATEMENT name(s) listed above: April 1, FILE NO. 558726 business under the fictitious FILE NO. 558711 ing heard unless you respond FILE NO. 557323 under the fictitious business FILE NO. 557763 2019. Signature of Registrants: The following person(s) do- business name(s) listed above: The following person(s) do- within 30 days. Read the The following person(s) do- name(s) listed above: N/A. The following person(s) do- /s/: Thanh H. Nguyen, Owner. ing business as: M & M Car- N/A. Signature of Registrants: ing business as: STS, Inc, information below. You have ing business as: Bustle Signature of Registrants: ing business as: Shauna This statement was filed pet Service, 137 East Airway /s/: Amy Scrivner, President. 2301 Armstrong Street, Suite 30 CALENDAR DAYS after Boutiques, 5800 East Ave /s/: Daniel Twomey, Owner. Lay Coaching, 750 S L Blvd #173/175, Livermore, CA This statement was filed 207, Livermore, CA 94551, this summons and legal pa- MAY 23, 2019 • The Independent 11

pers are served on you to file the registrant first commenced Signature of Registrants: Alameda on April 29, 2019. Ste. 300, Charlotte, NC 28277. 168) LAND FOR SALE The Federal Fair Housing Act, a written response at this court to transact business under the /s/: Codie Howe, Owner. Expires April 29, 2024. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act TO PLACE 170) LAND FOR RENT and have a copy served on the fictitious business name(s) This statement was filed The Independent Legal SVP - CXWP Solutions Lead CLASSIFIED AD of 1964, and state law prohibit plaintiff. A letter or phone call listed above: April a, 2019. with the County Clerk of Al- No. 4553. Published May Pleasanton, CA advertisements for housing and Call (925)243-8000 157) OFFICE/HOUSE/CONDO / will not protect you. Your writ- Signature of Registrants: ameda on May 10, 2019. 23, 30, June 6, 13., 2019. Duties: Determine regional DUPLEX / APT RENTAL employment that contain any ten response must be in proper /s/: Tony Souza, Manager. Expires May 10, 2024. or local solutions leadership preference, limitation or dis- MERCHANDISE 165) HOUSE/ROOMS/RENT- legal form if you want the court This statement was filed The Independent Legal ANIMALS strategy & strategic objectives crimination based on protected to hear your case. There may with the County Clerk of Al- No. 4551. Published May across the Customer Experi- 114) FOR SALE ALS TO SHARE classes, including race, color, 2) CATS/ DOGS be a court form that you can ameda on April 25, 2019. 16, 23, 30, June 6, 2019. ence & Digital Workplace so- 115)ESTATE/ GARAGE/ 160) BOAT / RV RENTAL religion, sex, handicap, familial use for your response. You Expires April 25, 2024. lutions landscape. Understand YARD SALES SPACE status or national origin. IVPC can find these court forms and The Independent Legal FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, service frameworks (ITIL) & does not knowingly accept any more information at the Cali- No. 4548. Published May NAME STATEMENT for adoption information con- SAFe Agile methodologies; 18) FREE SECTION Inland Valley Publishing Co. advertisements that are in vio- fornia courts online Self-Help 16, 23, 30, June 6, 2019. FILE NO. 559035 tact Valley Humane Society at & C-suite in business value Free Pine & Oak Wood Client Code:04126-00001 lation of the law. Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ The following person(s) doing (925)426-8656 creation. 60% int’l. travel. You cut & haul it Re: Legal Notice for selfhelp), your county law li- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS business as: Lucid Dreams Reqs: Master’s deg. or foreign Lots of Pine cones, too Classified Ads brary, or the courthouse near- NAME STATEMENT Consulting Group, 6775 Gold- equiv. in Telecommunica- Please call est you. If you cannot pay the FILE NO. 558179 en Gate Dr. # 261, Dublin, CA tions or closely rel. field & 5 (408)897-3156 filing fee, ask the court clerk for The following person(s) do- 94568, is hereby registered by yrs. of exp. in job offered or a fee waiver form. If you do not ing business as: The Har- the following owner(s): in a product mgmt. leadership 127) LOST/ FOUND file your response on time, you pos. Concurrent exp. must ris Group, 6144 Forget Me Changil Kim, 6775 Golden NOTICES / may lose the case by default, incl. 5 yrs. of technical exp. Not, Livermore, CA 94551, Gate Dr. # 261, Dublin, CA ANNOUNCEMENTS and your wages, money, and is hereby registered by 94568.This business is con- in all areas of Customer Exp. property may be taken without the following owner(s): ducted by an individual. The Adopt a new best friend & Digital Workplace technol- 155) NOTICES further warning from the court. Clive Harris, 6144 Forget Me date on which the registrant TVAR ogy, spanning Voice, Video, “NOTICE TO READERS: Cali- There are other legal require- Not, Livermore, CA 94551. first commenced to transact Tri-Valley Animal Collaboration, Contact Center fornia law requires that contrac- ments. You may want to call an This business is conducted business under the fictitious Rescue & mobile technologies (IMS); tors taking jobs that total $500 attorney right away. If you do by an individual. The date on business name(s) listed above: service frameworks (ITIL) & or more (labor and/or materials) not know an attorney, you may which the registrant first com- N/A. Signature of Registrants: Our current weekly adoption SAFe Agile methodologies; & be licensed by the Contractors want to call an attorney referral menced to transact business /s/: Changil Kim, Founder/ events include: SaaS services. Mail resume State License Board. State law service. If you cannot afford an under the fictitious business Owner. This statement was to: Nicole Salmond, DDNA, also requires that contractors attorney, you may be eligible for name(s) listed above: N/A. filed with the County Clerk of Saturdays - Dogs & Puppies at 11006 Rushmore Dr., Ste. include their license numbers free legal services from a non- Signature of Registrants: Alameda on May 10, 2019. Farmer’s Market in Pleasanton. 300, Charlotte, NC 28277. on all advertising. Check your profit legal services program. /s/: Clive Harris, Owner. Expires May 10, 2024. The location is Delucchi Park, contractor’s status at www. You can locate these nonprofit This statement was filed The Independent Legal 4501 First St. Hours: 10:00am 65) HELP WANTED cslb.ca.gov or (800)321-CSLB groups at the California Le- with the County Clerk of Al- No. 4552. Published May to 1:00pm. (2752). Unlicensed persons 57) SERVICES gal Services Web site (www. ameda on April 19, 2019. 23, 30, June 6, 13, 2019. Saturdays & Sundays - Kittens taking jobs less than $500 must lawhelpcalifornia.org), the Cali- Expires April 19, 2024. at Dublin PetSmart, 6960 Ama- BE WARY of out of area com- state in their advertisements fornia Courts Online Self-Help The Independent Legal FICTITIOUS BUSINESS dor Plaza Rd. Hours: 11am to panies. Check with the local that they are not licensed by Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ No. 4549. Published May NAME STATEMENT 3pm. Better Business Bureau before the Contractors State License selfhelp), or contact your local 16, 23, 30, June 6, 2019. FILE NO. 559131-559132 Visit our website, WWW.TVAR. you send money or fees. Read Board.” court or county bar association. The following person(s) do- ORG, to see adoptable ani- and understand any contracts REAL ESTATE NOTE: The court has a statu- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing business as: 1. Credit mals, volunteer opportunities, before you sign. Shop around tory lien for waived fees and NAME STATEMENT Moxie, 2. Urban Beauty Net- and how to donate. for rates. costs on any settlement or ar- FILE NO. 558862-558863 work, 11501 Dublin Blvd. bitration award of $10,000 or The following person(s) doing Suite 200, Dublin, CA 94568, Follow TRI-VALLEY ANIMAL more in a civil case. The court’s business as: 1. Better Being is hereby registered by RESCUE on Facebook, Twit- lien must be paid before the Project, 2. Better Breathing the following owner(s): ter, and Instagram. court will dismiss the case. The Project, 6160 Crater Lake Rowens & Co., LLC, 11501 FERAL CAT FOUNDATION name & address of the court is: CT, Pleasanton, CA 94588, Dublin Blvd. Suite 200, Dub- Cat & kitten adoptions now at is hereby registered by lin, CA 94568.This business the new Livermore Petco on MODESTO SUPERIOR the following owner(s): is conducted by a Limited Li- Saturdays from 10:00AM to COURT, COUNTY OF STAN- Mark Szymczak, 6160 Cra- ability Company. The date 2:30PM. We have many ador- ISLAUS, 801 10TH St., ter Lake CT Pleasantong on which the registrant first able, tame kittens that have Modesto, CA 95354. CA 94588. This business is commenced to transact busi- been tested for FIV & FELV, conducted by an individual. ness under the fictitious busi- altered & vaccinated. We also The name, address, The date on which the reg- ness name(s) listed above: have adu Cherie Doyle Leslie Faught and telephone num- istrant first commenced to N/A. Signature of Registrants: lt cats & ranch cats for adop- 925.580.2552 925.784.7979 ber of plaintiff’s attorney: transact business under the /s/: Rita Owens, CEO. This tion. [email protected] [email protected] fictitious business name(s) statement was filed with compass.com lesliefaught.com EMPLOYMENT Brent L. Bixby (SBN 182729) listed above: March 30, 2019. the County Clerk of Al- DRE # 01950716 DRE # 01027778 Kacie Aguiar (SBN 296733) Signature of Registrants: ameda on May 14, 2019. 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George Escutia, Jr. Promoted To Senate District 7 Director

Senator Steve Glazer, D- District Director. sues facing many in the 7th Orinda, announced on May “I have high standards Senate District. 20 that George Escutia, Jr., for the engagement and Escutia has extensive has been promoted to serve responsiveness of my of- history advocating for com- as the District Director for fice on issues affecting our munity colleges: he has his 7th Senate District of- residents. George has the worked for the Roosevelt fice. ability and leadership to Institute as a coordinator for Escutia, 38, has served as sustain that excellent level chapters in California Com- a senior district representa- of service.” munity Colleges; worked tive since Glazer’s election As senior district rep- with the Campaign for Col- to the Senate in May, 2015. resentative, Escutia was lege Opportunity on reforms “George has been a dedi- responsible for handling is- of the community college cated and effective district sues of concern for constitu- transfer system to California field representative for the ents. He served as a liaison State University; and was past four years,” Senator with state, district and local the Vice President for Ex- Glazer said. “He has built agencies, organized town ternal Affairs for the Student and sustained strong rela- halls across the district, Senate for California Com- tionships with local gov- Glazer’s involvement with munity Colleges. ernment and community the annual Contra Costa Escutia currently is en- leaders. He is very familiar Point in Time homeless rolled at St. Mary’s College with our unique cities and census, and others. Escu- of California in Moraga towns that make our area tia’s own experience with studying Leadership and deserving of special protec- poverty, housing and food Organizational Studies after tion and advocacy. That is insecurity has provided transferring from the Cali- why he is perfectly suited Glazer’s office with an im- fornia community college Protesters rallied as part of the #StoptheBan campaign in downtown Livermore on to assume the position of portant perspective on is- system. Tuesday. They expressed discontent over restrictive new laws limiting abortion, such as the law passed last week in Alabama. Livermore Indivisible and moveon.org hosted the protest, which drew about 30 people, despite the rain. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen) INITIATIVE (Continued from first page)

be limited to three stories.“ cates units on the edge of the by the council, believe that proved (Downtown) Plan 2 on the priority list was to ary initiatives to block ur- According to Dunlop, park, not sprawling over it; the results of the last elec- reflects a tremendous maintain and protect Black- ban sprawl from destroying the Plan accomplishes the • Allows for a relaxed, tion were an endorsement amount of community in- smith Square and the down- our surrounding vineyards, following: wine country hotel on the by the majority of voters of put and thoughtfully bal- town character. The location ranchlands and scenic hills. • Creates a signature west side of Livermore decisions made by the city ances all the competing of the hotel was number 7 The community needs to Central Park stretching from Avenue with views of the council. priorities and is financially on the priority list. No one turn to an initiative measure the Bankhead Park Plaza to Central Park and open hills The incumbents who responsible. I am still open wanted a large hotel loom- again. This time, it must L Street, with wandering beyond; were re-elected, John to further refinements dur- ing over Blacksmith Square. prevent four-story devel- paths, art panels, game ar- • Adds to Livermore’s Marchand and Bob Wo- ing implementation. For The only way to achieve opments from taking over eas, a children’s playground reputation as a cultural hub erner, were the top vote example, optimizing the those two conflicting pri- what should be an inspiring and shaded seating; by encouraging the creation getters. "It is gratifying to housing element and open orities was to put the hotel Central Park enlivened by • Retains Stockmen’s of a Black Box Theater and see that the overwhelming space configuration in the on the east side of South recreational, cultural and Park, an open grassy area Center for Science, Culture majority of voters approve northwest corner will prob- Livermore Ave.” commercial destinations at that can support events and and Education; and of what the City Council is ably occur as the conceptual Dunlop believes that the very heart of our com- provide seating for perfor- • Provides for the de- doing," Marchand is quoted design is turned into reality.” because of the flexibility munity.” mances on an outdoor stage; velopment of interesting as saying. "Under my lead- Marchand declared, embedded in the Central Dunlop said that vol- • Constructs convenient shops and restaurants along ership, the city has been able “I absolutely support the Park Plan, it will not delay unteers wishing to collect parking near Livermore Livermore Avenue, creating to achieve goals and fulfill downtown plan.” He added downtown development. signatures to place the Cen- Avenue, the entertainment a connection with existing promises that have been that the last three votes on He concluded, “In the tral Park Plan on the ballot center of the city; First Street businesses. sought for decades." the downtown plan were past, Livermore citizens should call 925-243-7098 • Addresses the need for Those who support the During the election, unanimous. "We had com- have successfully fought or visit betterlivermore.com affordable housing, but lo- downtown plan approved Woerner stated, “The ap- peting priorities. Number for urban growth bound- LLNL Scientists Develop Solution for Defects in Metal 3D Builds

Lawrence Livermore Na- develop under the surface of simply told the simulation bed fusion is the preferred Jenny Wang, Phil Depond, tional Laboratory (LLNL) the printed object. to maintain the melt pool method of metal 3D printing Gabe Guss and Tony van researchers, along with sci- “It’s been a known prob- depths constant. That fixed for many larger automotive Buuren. SLAC collaborators MILLS entists at the SLAC Nation- lem, but this is the first the problem. You don’t see and aerospace companies, were Anthony Fong, Vi- ENGLISH al Accelerator Laboratory demonstration that we can pores; you don’t see key- Martin said he anticipates vek Thampy, Andrew Kiss, (SLAC) have discovered a correct it in a predictive holes. And as an added ben- the mitigation strategy will Kevin Stone, Christopher TUTORING solution to a major type of way,” said principal in- efit, you get a power map be adopted for use by in- Tassone, Johanna Weker and defect in metal 3D-printed vestigator Ibo Matthews, — an output of the simula- dustry. Michael Toney. The Ames millsenglishtutoring.com parts. who has analyzed melt pool tion model that indicates the “Right now, it requires team included researchers Combining high perfor- dynamics for several years. power needed as a function additional electronics, but Matthew Kramer and Ryan 925.315.1956 mance computer simulations “Most important is the fact of location along the track in the future it’s something Ott. [email protected] with X-ray imaging of the the pores are always created to prevent pore formation.” that could probably be in- laser powder bed fusion at a distinct point in time, One of the best methods corporated directly into (LBPF) metal additive man- as the laser accelerates out for examining porosity as the software,” Martin said. ufacturing process obtained of the turn. The timing is the laser scans a part is to “We’re hoping with some with SLAC’s synchrotron, quite interesting. The as- use X-rays to see below the fine tuning that can slowly researchers have found a sumption was that pores surface of the melt pool. be incorporated into the way to negate the forma- formed only at the deepest Using a test chamber built at builds.” tion of pores — tiny holes part of the melt pool. The LLNL that allows research- The next step for the team created under the surface fact that the pores occurred ers to spread a single thin is incorporating the strategy of a build that can initiate after the turn was a surprise layer of powder, LLNL and into actual part builds that cracking in the finished part to everybody.” SLAC researchers captured can involve more complex under stress. The mitigation The mitigation technique images of the laser scanning scan patterns. Matthews strategy involves reducing the team developed, Mat- on a synchrotron beam- said they are interested in the power of the laser as it thews said, is part of a suite line. Inspired by the results leveraging these methods slows down to make its turn of tools tied to the Lab’s “in- of the simulations and the to print lattice structures along the serpentine path it telligent feed-forward” strat- power map, they performed and using thermal, acoustic takes to scan and build a egy, which relies heavily on experiments showing pore and tomographic methods to metal layer. By varying the simulations and model vali- formations under the sur- detect where pores begin to laser power throughout the dation prior to printing and face when they kept the form in multi-layered parts. build, they found, they could is already being adopted by laser’s power constant, and The work was per- keep the laser’s depression companies in the automotive a consistent melt pool depth formed with funding from 4BD, depth shallow and constant. and aerospace industries, with no pores when they the Department of Energy’s JUST 3.5BA The research is described in among others. Researchers reduced power at the turn. Advanced Manufacturing LISTED! the journal Nature Commu- said the strategy could be The experiments were then Office, within the Office 3,182sf. nications, published online deployed on “virtually any compared to the simulations of Energy Efficiency and on April 30. commercial machine” by to verify them. Renewable Energy. Ames Single Level “We found in a lot of constructing power maps The work, researchers Laboratory contributed to in Ironwood parts that at the end of that with a 3D slicer software said, provides further insight related work by completing $1,850,000 area where the turnaround that converts the parameters into the laser powder bed design of the powder feed Estates is, there’s a huge concentra- defined by a computer-aided fusion process and dem- system for in-situ X-ray tion of pores, which affect design (CAD) file into ma- onstrates the potential for characterization during the 1479 Irongate Dr., Pleasanton the material quality. We’ve chine instructions. science-based approaches to directed energy printing Tyler Moxley had simulations that show LLNL computer scientist increase confidence in metal process and participating in 4th Generation Realtor this, and we needed some Saad Khairallah developed components produced by the the X-ray diffraction studies. Broker Associate experimental validation,” the simulation model be- process. Other LLNL contribu- 925.518.1083 lead author and LLNL re- hind the mitigation strategy “The pores are a real ini- tors included Nick Calta, License #01412130 TylerMoxley.coM searcher Aiden Martin ex- using a multi-physics code tiator of failure, like crack- plained. “We now have a called ALE3D. The further ing and other processes that mitigation strategy where addition of laser ray tracing occur at the pore sites,” we measure the speed of to the model, improved the Martin said. “So, if we can the laser as it makes that fidelity of the predictions. eliminate the pores in the turn, and we change the “The way you fix the part, we have a harder part power dynamically during problem is adding ‘cruise and something we can ulti- the turnaround. If we know control’ to your simula- mately certify for use.” the speed, we can adjust the tion,” Khairallah said. “I Because laser powder power of the laser, and that keeps that depression nice and stable at the surface, and we don’t get that depression that forms the pore at the end.” Researchers found that during the printing process, as the laser melts the metal powder and makes the turn, the laser’s power density intensifies, penetrating deep under the surface, form- ing a “keyhole depression” and leaving tiny bubbles of gas trailing behind it in the solidifying metal. These bubbles then cause pores to SECTION A Thursday, MAY 23, 2019

Symphony to Perform Program of 'Classical Contrasts' By Patricia Boyle “Classical Contrasts,” the season finale of Livermore- Amador Symphony’s fifty-sixth regular season, will take place June 1 at the Bankhead Theater, with Music Direc- tor Lara Webber conducting. The concert will include Igor Stravinsky’s Suite No. 2 for chamber orchestra, Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 4, and Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4, featuring soloist Gwendolyn Mok. Russian-born Stravinsky orchestrated Suite No. 2 for chamber orchestra while living in Switzerland during the period 1914-1920. Webber says, “This little suite is quirky and fun. The opening march grabs our attention with a fanfare in the brasses. The waltz is elegant and a bit diz- zying with the perpetual pulsation of two clarinets. There is a delightful polka, and then an exuberant final “gal- lop” that is very reminiscent of Stravinsky’s great ballet, “Petroushka.” Regarding the Beethoven concerto, Webber observes: “Beethoven’s fourth piano concerto is a transforma-

(continued on page 4) Gwendolyn Mok

DLUX Puppets Puppets Used to Tell the Tale Of 'Peter Pan' DLUX Puppets returns to the Bankhead Theater with their second production of the season, a new and visu- ally exciting “Peter Pan.” The tale of the magical Peter Pan and his travels with Wendy to Neverland comes to life with intricately-engineered puppets, hand-built and voiced by company founder Derek Lux. The show, which made its debut in Walnut Creek at the beginning of this year, will be presented for one performance only at the Bankhead on Sunday afternoon, June 2, 2019. Tickets are priced at just $10 for students and $20 for adults. From the moment Wendy accepts Peter’s invitation and learns to fly, all the way through their encounter with Captain Hook and the pirates, Peter teaches Wendy that “a brain filled with fear has little space for dreams!” DLUX Puppets’ innovative and imaginative retelling of “Peter Pan” is a feast for the eyes and an afternoon of genuine family fun. The puppets interact with Wendy, played by Derek’s wife Lauren Lux, their antics and activities en- (continued on page 4) 2 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019 2019-2020 Bankhead Presents Season Announced Line-Up Includes International Stars of Broadway, Country, Dance, and More

Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center announced the 2019-2020 Bankhead Presents season which officially begins on September 7, 2019 with the annual Brilliance at the Bankhead Gala featuring Broadway and television star Matthew Morrison. The nearly four dozen events include live performances, classic film musicals, free family concerts, and a new Los Lonely Boys co-presented healthcare speaker series. Among the performers in the Bank- head Presents series will be country hit makers Lonestar and Phil Vassar, Texican rock group Los Lonely Boys, folk legend Arlo Guthrie, comedian Rita Rudner, Preservation Hall VIVA Momix 59 Jazz Band, BoDeans, Joan Osborne and The Weepies, musicians, shows and school break. folk dance company Ballet A Charlie Brown Christmas events across the spectrum The Bankhead will also Folklorico de Los Angeles Live! on Stage, and dance of styles and genres, so ev- host the music of legend- with Jarabe Mexicano in group MOMIX. Member eryone will find something ary greats with The Glenn the spring. presale begins May 22, to enjoy,” said Executive Miller Orchestra, The Tap “Cultivating collabora- 2019 and tickets for all Director Scott Kenison. Pack an elegant tribute to tive relationships with local Lonestar & Phil Vassar shows go on sale to the “As always, we have both the smooth vocals of the groups is also a priority public beginning June 12th. exciting new entertainers, Rat Pack era, Georgia on for us,” Kenison added. Perhaps best known for as well as returning favor- my Mind: The Music of “Luna Mexicana will be engaging onstage pub show Steps will land in an elec- his endearing role as Mr. ites. Many artists who have Ray Charles, Harlem 100 the second time this year following their sold out tion year primed for their Schuester in the Emmy performed at the Bankhead a tribute created in col- Oakland Ballet will perform event last spring, Cirque satiric wit. Award-winning television want to come back. Some laboration with the National both for local students Mechanics will bring their In addition to Bank- show “Glee,” Matthew tell us they appreciate the Jazz Museum, and Benny during the day and for the breath-taking circus-themed head Presents shows, the Morrison is widely seen as welcoming audiences every Goodman at Carnegie Hall, public in the evening. San show “42FT a Menagerie of Resident Companies of the a “triple threat” for his ex- bit as much as the great which recaptures the magic Francisco-based Philhar- Mechanical Marvels” and Bankhead – Del Valle Fine ceptional singing, dancing acoustics of the house.” of the famous 1938 concert. monia Baroque will offer a Drum TAO will showcase Arts, Livermore-Amador and acting talent. He has Country stars known More contemporary vocal concert of music inspired their modern take on the an- Symphony, Livermore Val- appeared in leading roles for such blockbuster hits magic is also represented by Shakespeare, and we’re cient Japanese art of Taiko ley Opera, Pacific Chamber on Broadway in the original as “Amazed” and “Just during the season with A proud to co-present a new drumming. Orchestra, Rae Dorough cast of “Hairspray,” “The Another Day in Paradise,” Cappella Live featuring ris- speaker series with the The Bankhead continues Speakers Series, Tri-Valley Light in the Piazza,” “South Lonestar and Phil Vas- ing star ensembles such as Valleycare Foundation to be a popular venue for Repertory Theatre, and Val- Pacific,” and most recently sar team up to bring their Filharmonic from the film supporting Stanford Health comedy shows and this ley Dance Theatre – offer in “Finding Neverland.” rollicking “Not So Silent Pitch Perfect 2 and Four Care-Valleycare. Research season comic hybrids will nearly 50 performances and Another renowned Broad- Night” tour to Livermore Italian Tenors singing both professors and practitioners deliver laughs as well. Co- events of their own during way star closes the season, for Christmas. They start opera arias and pop hits. from Stanford will speak on lin Mochrie, star of “Whose the season. Lea Salonga. Known for off a holiday season that Dance is well represent- important and timely topics Line is it Anyway?,” Members of LVPAC are taking the starring role in includes the traditional Irish ed in the 2019-2020 Season including concussion and arrives in October with eligible for priority ticket “Miss Saigon” at the age of music of Danú, klezmer with the athletic dance il- stroke.” HYPROV a hilarious blend purchase now and receive 18, Salonga’s voice is also gypsy-rock band Mostly lusionists MOMIX, the As- This season builds on of hypnotism and improv, a discount on Bankhead familiar to fans of Disney’s Kosher on the first night of pen Santa Fe Ballet, as well last year’s success with and Livermore native Jason Presents shows year-round animated films as Princess Chanukah, and A Charlie as Oakland Ballet’s “Luna shows that combine music Lyle Black will impress as well as other benefits. Jasmine and Mulan. Brown Christmas Live! Mexicana” to celebrate with dance or live theatri- audiences with his virtuoso An introductory member- “We strive to create on Stage for three perfor- Dia de los Muertos in the cal action. The Choir of backwards piano playing. a season that showcases mances during the holiday fall, and premier Mexican Man will return with their The annual visit of Capitol (continued on page 6) MAY 23, 2019 • The Independent 3 Curtain Goes Up on New Theater Group for Youth

By Carol Graham The Stress of Moving Day Adds Worley, “Through The recently formed shows a woman discussing the process of putting on “Center Stage East Bay” is with her therapist the dual productions, Center Stage about to open its doors. misfortunes of her young participants are guided and “Center Stage East Bay son getting into a car ac- mentored to maturity by the provides mentorship to cident, and the discovery foundation of a theatrical youths through inclusive of her husband’s infidel- family.” community-based arts. We ity; and Tired Eyes, taking To learn more, visit have established an organi- place in the 1920s, depicts CenterStageEastBay.com, zation of youth performers, the dramatic romance of or email CenterStageEast- technicians, and business- Harvey and Charlotte, [email protected]. Bothwell minded collaborators,” says whose love is impacted by Arts Center is located at CEO Micaelan Schrecken- family crime. 2466 8th Street, Livermore. gost, 18. “Our first pro- duction is the ‘Festival of Short Plays,’ featuring three student-written and directed plays based on the Maya Angelou quote, ‘There is no greater agony than bear- ing an untold story inside you.’” The plays featured are: May is for The Stress of Moving Day, Photo - Doug Jorgensen by Sukhjanvir Grewal; My Pictured are (from left to right) Kylie ScottBecome (Assistant a Member Production Now Manager), and Join Erinthe Park Baby Hasn't Come Home Season Launch Member Party May 22 Yet, by Micaelan Schreck- (Board Member), Anya Worley (CEO and Production Manager), Micaelan Schreckengost Membership engost; and Tired Eyes, by (Vice President, Creative Director), Laura DiSimone (Board Member), Sukhjanvir www.lvpac.org/donate Dylan Lucas. Grewal (Head of Fundraising), Dylan Lucas (Short Plays Director), Regino John All are invited to at- Calub - kneeling (Board Member), Blanchard Kenfack (Chief Financial Officer), and IN MAY, MEMBERSHIP STARTS AT $99 tend the Festival of Short Sean Pascual (Head of Publicity). Plays, which takes place There’s Value For YOU on Friday, May 24, and legal structure, mentors, ing relationships within our spring, and a Festival of VALLEYMimi Fox Saturday, May 25, both at 7 and a nonprofit status,” family community. Theater Short Plays each summer. Members are invited to the SeasonGuitarist p.m., and Sunday, May 26, Schreckengost says. “We is merely a dramatized ver- In addition, Worley notes Announcement Party, alwaysDANCE first to at 2 p.m. General admis- sat down for a meeting sion of life, and we hope to that Center Stage is offering hear about new shows, eligibleTHEATRE for sion tickets are $20, and the with Kiran Guleria, Head help our members develop theater workshops at the access to Ticket Presales, enjoy performances take place at of Education at Livermore in communication, relating Livermore Public Library MAY 25-26 the Bothwell Arts Center in Valley Performing Arts to others, empathy, and self- in July, and those interested 10-15% Discounts on Bankhead Livermore. Center (LVPAC), and our confidence through genuine may inquire at the Youth Presents shows, and more. Music by “The plays focus on wish came true.” friendship.” Services desk. the deep topics, exploring the That wish was to provide Currently, Center Stage “As a new company, we There’s Value For EVERYONE Membership supports all Valleyour Dance breaking points of humans an artistic community for includes 18 members who are always seeking financial Theatre and the agony that untold efforts including great entertainment, youths aged 13-20 that serve in business-manage- sponsorships or partner- Pit Orchestra stories cause,” says Produc- would build up the talents ment roles in publicity and ships to support our upcom- educational outreach, free cultural tion Manager Anya Worley, of individual performers, fundraising, and as adult ing programs,” Schrecken- celebrations, and community events 17. “Yet, while the stories and treat participants as mentors and board mem- gost says. “Potential donors may cause pain, these plays human beings, not replace- bers. Around 21 members can inquire on our website, JANGALAsuch as ArtWalk and Innovation Fair. evaluate the positive poten- able parts. are involved as production email us (address below) Oakland Ballet tial for growth introduced “Center Stage partici- leads, actors, chaperones, or Kiran Guleria at LVPAC If you’ve never been a member by hardship. Beyond the pants, actors and business and directors for the Festi- ([email protected]), Tue MAYJOIN 28 in atMAY 7:30pm for JUST $99. That’s a plays' inspiring quality, we managers alike, gain real- val of Short Plays – though or donate on GoFundMe 21% discount or just $8.25/month also hope to show that you world skills and experience there is overlap with these (search Center Stage East Tickets Start at $20 ! are never too young to do to add to their resumes or two groups. Bay).” something big.” portfolios,” says Worley. “People are always wel- As for the Festival of Doing something big “We hope to give them come to join the organiza- Short Plays, Center Stage PETER PAN came naturally to the two significant experience in the tion in whichever of the is showing its chops by DLUX PUPPETSHELP US GROW founders. Following Center arts and business, mentor- three branches (creators, unflinchingly biting into Stage’s first board meet- ing them to improve their performers, and techni- powerful topics: My Baby Sun JUN 2 at 3pm ing last September, “The talent or learn how to mar- cians) that appeal to them,” Hasn’t Come Home Yet fo- fire of inspiration was lit, ket or do website design. Worley says. cuses on a young mother’s Youth Tickets at $10 and we needed a system or “Our overall goal how- Upcoming productions struggle with her recent an organization to provide ever is that Center Stage include a comedic play in miscarriage and the toll it 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org participants will form last- the fall, a musical in the takes on her mental health; 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore For a complete list of benefits: lvpac.org/membership 4 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019

PETER PAN (continued from front page) hanced by a charming script a few feet to over seven and see one of the puppets filled with popular songs feet tall and each one is close up. DLUX Puppets’ from past decades and different in terms of style first production, “Alice in remarkable digital scenery and scale. Some of the Wonderland,” sold out in that helps make the magic most complex take up to its initial appearance at real. 200 hours to construct and the Bankhead in February A nationally-recognized remarkable dexterity to 2018 and returned earlier company, DLUX Puppets operate smoothly. Lauren, this season for two per- uses their life-size puppetry a former elementary school formances, including one and engaging stage action teacher, helps develop the specifically modified to be to turn classic stories into shows, subtly aligning them sensory-friendly. fun musical adaptations. with educational standards The Bankhead Theater Derek is a multi-talented that support social-emotion- is located at 2400 First performer who originally al development. Street in downtown Liver- began building the puppets Together, Derek and more. Tickets are available while he was still starring Lauren come out to greet at the box office, online at in “Beach Blanket Baby- members of the audience in www.lvpac.org or by call- lon” in San Francisco. The the lobby after each show, ing 373-6800. puppets range in size from so fans can take photos Captain Hook SYMPHONY (continued from front page) tional work, musically and opportunity to work with psychology from Yale, and wanted me to get things just ing forward to it greatly.” or played without pause emotionally. This lush, Gwendolyn Mok. Col- a Doctor of Musical Arts right. At the end of my tu- Schumann’s Symphony between movements, and inventive music is full of laborating with an artist of from the State University of telage with him, he wanted No. 4 was originally com- linked by thematic connec- beautiful surprises right her musical brilliance and New York at Stony Brook. me to play all of Ravel’s posed in 1841, but revised tions throughout that make from the beginning, with stature is a privilege.” In 1994, she was chosen to works for him. He never in 1851. Webber says, it feel almost like a tone the soloist playing alone in Mok describes study with Lithuanian-born complimented me much, “Schumann’s fourth sym- poem. It’s beautiful and G major, being answered by Beethoven’s concerto: pianist Vlado Perlemuter, but after that he said, ‘Not phony reveals the range of profoundly personal.” the orchestra in the warm “Beethoven's music reflects who had himself studied bad,’ which, coming from emotion and inner conflict The concert begins at unexpected key of B major. the human condition so with Maurice Ravel. Mok him, meant a lot.” the composer experienced 8:00 PM, preceded by a The extraordinary second beautifully. In this particu- relates her experience of be- Mok is excited about throughout his troubled life. prelude talk from 7:00 – movement is a dialogue be- lar concerto, he speaks to a ing tutored by Perlemuter: the upcoming concert. She Within one turn of phrase 7:30. The Symphony Guild tween the lyrically expres- greater spirit. The concerto “He was quite old, almost says, “I have performed we can hear jovial energy will host a post-concert sive writing for solo piano opens in a unique way in ninety at the time, and he at the Bankhead Theater turn to a great conflict or reception in the lobby. Tick- and the harsh, strict music that the pianist speaks alone selected five students or so (before) and love it! This threat. Anxiety can evolve ets at www.lvpac.org, at of the orchestral strings. in the softest and most to teach during the week. will, however, be my first into flirtatious love… the Bankhead ticket office, From the quiet conclu- intimate way. The second It was a pipe dream at the time performing with the all within a few phrases. 2400 First St., Livermore, sion of this dark exchange movement is amazing in time, but I wanted to study Livermore-Amador Sym- This is a symphony, but or call 925-373-6800. emerges a wonderful rondo that the pianist is pitted the complete works of phony and Lara. I am look- it is through-composed, that begins with whispered against the orchestra in the Ravel with him in Paris. energy, eventually bursting style of call and response. “That fall, I made a de- at the seams with joy.” The orchestra begins in tour to Paris and auditioned Pianist Gwendolyn Mok full voice, answered by the for Perlemuter and he took is Coordinator of Keyboard quiet but confident piano me as his last student. The Studies at San Jose State part. This 'conversation' French Ministry of Culture University and one of the continues in this manner gave me a very generous leading experts on the piano until the orchestra is tamed grant to study with him, music of French composer into joining the pianist in and for six months I flew Maurice Ravel. She has a softer dynamic. The last from New York to Paris to frequently been invited to movement is a rondo and is study with Perlemuter for a perform with international charming and virtuosic at week at a time. Every day orchestras and has ap- the same time. Pianist pitted I would receive a lesson peared in many of the major against the orchestra!” on Ravel from him. Our concert halls in America, Mok’s musical career lessons were very methodi- Europe, and Asia. Webber began in New York City cal and planned, sometimes is looking forward to Mok where she studied in the two or three hours long, performing with the Liver- Julliard pre-college division and as I would finish one more-Amador Symphony. from ages six to eighteen. phrase, he would jump up She says, “We are thrilled She earned her undergradu- and stop me. It was very to have the extraordinary ate degree in music and rigorous training, but he Livermore-Amador Symphony MAY 23, 2019 • The Independent 5

Tuesday Tunes Features Old Favorites, New Performers

“Tuesday Tunes” will return this summer. The Shea Homes Stage in the Livermore Plaza adjacent to the Bankhead Theater will be alive with music starting Tues- day, June 11th at 6:45 pm. Organized by the Livermore Cultural Arts Council (LCAC), “Tuesday Tunes” opens its free Tuesday night 10-concert family-friendly series with local artist Jim Hurley’s band, “Night Harvest”, playing Jazz and World Music. “Night Harvest” is one of five new groups that LCAC will bring this summer. Shea Homes is a major sponsor of this concert series. Additional funding comes from the Alameda County Arts Commission, Fremont Bank, The Independent, Tri-Valley Conservancy, Uncle Credit Union, and Uncle Yu’s at the Vineyards. The next group to appear on June 18th will be “Matt Finders and Friends” playing Jazz, Blues, Funk and Latin. Other popular bands returning are “Sacred Fire”, a San- tana Tribute Band; “LunaFish”, Psychedelic Rock of the 60's & 70's; “Secret Tattoo”, a Bebop & Cool Jazz Sextet; and “Audio Illusion”, Classic Rock, Pop, Blues from the 50's and later. New bands include “Mr. Chin’s Hot Sauce”, Blues, Soul, and...Rock n' Roll; “Joey T and Friends”, Classic Tuesday Tunes Rock and Blues Infusion; “Charged Particles”, Funky Afro-Latin Jazz; and “Nightlife Big Band”, Sounds of the A full schedule and more details about each band can LCAC. Concert goers should be aware of City Municipal popular bands in the 40’s. be found at www.lcac.org and Facebook postings by Codes restricting the use of alcohol in public places.

Rotarian Foundation of Livermore Awards Grants

On May 7, 2019, The Rotarian Foundation of Liver- program for Low-Income Livermore High School Students more (RFL) awarded $44.000 to ten community organiza- Assistance League of Amador Valley, Operation School Valley Humane Society, Valley Humane Society - tions at the Rotary Club of Livermore Valley meeting. Bell® - Clothing the Children Video Production Founded in In 1987, the RFL consists of members of Livermore Science and Society Center, Exhibit Devel- Contributions, fund-raisers, corporate sponsorships, The Rotary Club of Livermore and The Rotary Club of opment for Livermore Science and Society Center bequests, and professionally managed investments for Livermore Valley. As a public charity, it provides support CityServe of the Tri-Valley, CityServe's Financial Cri- long-term sustainability, make it possible for the RFL will to create opportunities for young people, promote commu- sis Response for Livermore Families in Need continue support to organizations serving the community nity service, and improve the quality of life for the benefit Close Up Foundation, Civic Education Programming into the future. of all in the Livermore Valley. The RFL awarded $1,233,328 from 1999 to 2019 in community grants. In 2019 the Foundation awarded $44,000 for the ten community organization grants listed below and $10,000 for Innovation in Education grants in a matching funds partnership with The Livermore Valley Education Foundation (LVEF). The following organizations were awarded funds from the RFL’s annual grantmaking program: Kids Bike Lane, Big Bike Build 2019 Tri-Valley Conservancy, “Discovery - Youth in Nature Program” – Connecting Kids to Nature & Science Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District, Com- munity Children's Health Access Axis Community Health, Equipment for New Dental Clinic Serving Low-Income Tri-Valley Families Pictured are recipients of funds. Open Heart Kitchen, Children's weekend bag lunch 6 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019

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ship offer for just $99 runs through the end of May 2019. Those under the age of 35 can join at just $55 all year long. To become a member, contact the development department at 925-373-2305 or visit the website at lvpac.org.

LVPAC 2019-2020 SEASON SEPTEMBER: 7 Bril- liance at the Bankhead with Backwards piano player Matthew Morrison; 14 The Glenn Miller Orchestra Black: The Backwards 20 San Francisco Com- LVJUSD Migrant Education Debate Team Piano Man Photos courtesy of LVJUSD edy Competition MARCH: 20 Second OCTOBER: 4 Hyprov City: Laughing for All The with Colin Mochrie; 15 Wrong Reasons; 28 The Students Compete in Migrant Oakland Ballet: Luna Mexi- Tap Pack; 29 Joan Osborne cana; 18 Rita Rudner + The Weepies Education State Debate Tournament 19 MOMIX Viva; 25 Todd Snider & Ramblin’ On May 4, 2019, the APRIL: 5 Benny Good- Jack Elliott Livermore Valley Joint man at Carnegie Hall; Unified School District’s 13 Drum TAO; 24 Arlo NOVEMBER: 2 (LVJUSD) Migrant Educa- Guthrie BoDeans; 3 Aspen Santa tion Program English and Fe Ballet; 8 Subdudes; 9 Spanish Debate Teams both MAY: 1 Capitol Steps: Vitaly: Evening of Won- competed in the Migrant The Lyin’ Kings; 8 Lea ders; 11 Preservation Hall Education State Debate Salonga; 9 Jarabe Mexicano Jazz Band; 15 Los Lonely Tournament at Oxnard feat. Ballet Folklorico de Boys; 17 Four Italian Lea Salonga High School in Ventura, CA Los Angeles Tenors; 23 Harlem 100; 24 - where the English Debate of Superbugs and Vaccine- Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog team earned 2nd place. VALLEYCARE Preventable Infections Experience Twelve high school English SPEAKER SERIES: Sept. Debate Teams and thirteen 12 The Cutting Edge CLASSIC FILM MU- DECEMBER: 9 Lon- high school Spanish Debate Management of Concus- SICALS: Sept. 18 “Royal estar and Phil Vassar; 16 Teams competed in the sions; Jan. 9 The Aftermath Wedding”; Oct. 16 “South Danú: Emerald Isle Christ- competition. of Stroke: Improving What Pacific”; Nov. 13 “High mas; 23 Mostly Kosher; 29 The English and Spanish Goes Right and What Goes Society” English Debate Team at the Migrant Education State A Charlie Brown Christmas Debate teams both qualified Wrong; May 7 The Rise Debate Tournament, with Alyson Noble Live! on Stage; 31 New for the State tournament Year’s Eve with Crawdad after earning first place at ated on a rubric focused on were very passionate and Republic the Regional tournament five phases of the debate supportive of one another, on March 16th. Each team – opening arguments, cross and others could tell they JANUARY: 10 Classic comprises five students examination, response, were good friends, both Albums Live: Abbey Road; from Granada and Liver- rebuttal, and closing argu- inside and outside of the 11 Philharmonia Baroque: more high schools, and ment – as well as the qual- competition,” said Alyson The Music of Shakespeare; Middle College. Jazmin ity of evidence, preparation, Noble, English and English 20 A Cappella Live!; 27 Lopez, Andrea Munoz, collaboration, and respect. Language Development The Choir of Man Harlet Nieblas, Emmanuel Significant attention was teacher at Granada High. Sanchez, and Josue San- paid toward how well the “They exemplified aca- FEBRUARY: 9 Cirque chez made up the English team worked together and demic success and respect Mechanics: 42FT a Menag- team; and Evelyn Ar- the level of professionalism throughout the tournament. erie of Mechanical Marvels; royo, Andrea Cruz, Staicy in the members’ behavior. Our team even stated how 14 Georgia on my Mind: Robles, Alan Ruiz, and Erik Both teams had met they thought the 1st place Celebrating the Music of Vazquez made up the Span- twice a week after school to team deserved the win be- Ray Charles; 16 Riders in ish team. prepare, research, and write cause they were very strong the Sky; 21 International The teams were evalu- since January. “Our teams and respectful.” Guitar Night; 28 Jason Lyle PH Jazz Band

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Yesterday into Today By Sarah Bobson

Sixties Commercials and Jingles

If you’re like me, you try to avoid television commer- jingle that ended with: “... Imagine seeing Speedy Alka- cials by only watching noncommercial streaming services Seltzer on the moon!” Yes, just imagine that! Somehow, I or fast forwarding through the commercials on prerecord- don’t think that was the type of “imagining” John Lennon ed programs. But back in the sixties, we didn’t have that had in mind when he wrote his iconic song, “Imagine.” James Hall luxury. Nevertheless, we (at least I) still managed to skip In another incarnation for a 1969 commercial, Speedy the commercials, making good use of the time in between took on the persona of George Raft playing an incarcer- Good Vibes Tribute to program segments by going to the kitchen or bathroom. ated gangster who takes one bite of food in the prison I avoided a lot of commercials that way, but some still lunchroom and immediately demands Alka-Seltzer, except seeped through with their jingles like alien seed pods from that Raft, in his striped outfit, did not burst into the jingle Shearing and Silver outer space, taking position of my brain, playing over and “Plop, plot, fizz, fizz ….” There are also other scenarios Veteran drummer Leon Joyce will join Pleasanton's over again at the most inopportune moments. Sometimes, for the antacid, including one where we see a bunch of 14 year-old James Hall on Inklings stage, May 31st, in a I’d even discover that I was helplessly emitting one of overweight men suffering in the bloated aftermath of a tribute to two past jazz masters. It will be Joyce's fourth them out loud. pie-eating contest, great candidates, indeed, for the tiny partneship with Hall, and the third at Inklings, where they In the sixties, commercials advertised a range of prod- tablet. will be augmented by Matt Finders (bass) and master ucts, many of which could be found in the supermarket As long as we’re on the topic of relief from discom- pianist John R Burr. and/or drugstore. Here are a few that come to my mind. fort and pain, how about this commercial. A homemaker Hall will lead the quartet on vibraphone and he has See how many you remember. wearing an apron is mashing potatoes in a pot on the stove chosen a program focused on two pianists whose groups, “You work too hard, you ate too much, the cheesecake (stop me at any point in the scenario if you recognize the compositions, and voicings, greatly influenced his musical made you greedy. But your aching head and stomach product). Her adorable, perky, pigtailed daughter enters development. hears this message from ‘Ole Speedy.” In case you’re not the kitchen carrying a bowl of something, which she pres- Said Hall, " My English-born father was always play- sure about the product, here’s another clue, which should ents to her mom and asks, “How’s this, mommy?” “That’s ing recordings at home of George Shearing, the blind be the clencher: “Plop, plop, fizz, fizz, oh what a relief it good,” her mother answers. The daughter exits. The kitch- pianist from London who found fame in America with his is.” Yup … the commercial was for Alka Seltzer tablets, en door opens and in walks the daddy/husband carrying a unique voicing of piano, vibes and guitar. He impressed an effervescent antacid and pain reliever for people suffer- briefcase, wearing early 1960s business attire: a hat, suit, on me that Shearing,despite his blindness, was one of the ing from acid indigestion. It was sung by Speedy, the little shirt, and tie. He is about to hang up his hat when the little great innovators of jazz and a superb pianist. Later he in- animated character that sort of reminded me of Howdy homemaker says, “Hurry, get ready for dinner. PTA meet- troduced me to the music of Horace Silver, another pianist Doody, except without freckles. Howdy Doody, who had ing tonight.” The husband, a pained look suddenly burst- with a unique keyboard style and a distinct group sound. 48 freckles, the number representing each of the states ing forth on his face, says, “Helen, please, I just got home, Shearing and Silver were also accomplished composers in the union at that time, was a marionette who, together don’t rush me!” In musical terms, we would describe and at Inklings we will be paying tribute to them with our with his human partner, Buffalo Bob Smith, co-hosted the tone and volume of his voice as crescendoing from program". an American children’s television program entitled The a piano to a fortissimo. He rubs his temple and thinks to Inklings Event Room doors will open at 6.15 pm and Howdy Doody Show from 1947 to 1960. But getting back himself, Control yourself. Sure you have a headache …. the music will start at 7 pm. The concert is fully sponsored to Speedy, he held an umbrella which, after the top was Don’t take it out on her. We hear another male voice say: and admission is free. Seats can be reserved on Event- flicked off, became a magic wand that waved to create You need (can you guess the product yet?) Anacin for fast Brite. magic bubbles to make the little tummy aches disappear. relief….Minutes after taking Anacin, headache’s gone. Speedy, with that characteristic thick curl that reached Tension’s gone … so irritability is gone. The family, now Exam Cram Program down nearly between his eyes, appropriately wore a tablet gathered around the dinner table, have harmonious smiles The Livermore Public Library is hosting an Exam for a hat and he had an Alka Seltzer tablet for a midriff, a on their faces. Along this same vein, in a 1962 Anacin Cram program for teens during finals week in June of not-very-subtle reminder about the product and the brand. commercial, a mother, meddling, as a mother can some- 2019. The Storytime Room and Community Room will Alka-Seltzer tablets didn’t just plop, plop and fizz, fizz times do, in her grown daughter’s task, says, "Don't you be open and set up with extra tables and school supplies. during the sixties. They had been around since the thirties, think it needs a little salt?" Her daughter, whose last nerve Teens are encouraged to use this space to study for their in fact, when, according to Wikiwand, print ads started ap- is standing on alert, shouts, "Mother, please, I'd rather final examinations at the end of the school year. pearing. By the sixties, though, advertising had migrated do it myself!" and then berates herself for taking out her The Community Room will be reserved for quiet in- to a potentially more lucrative medium, television, where discomfort on her mother. These are but two of the com- dividual study. The Storytime Room will be available for for the next two decades the Alka Seltzer commercials mercials that reflected, according to wikipedia, Anacin’s collaboration and group work. Snacks and drinks will be would become one of the most popular ads on U.S. televi- concerted television marketing campaign, which began in served. Exam Cram will be open on Monday, June 3, 2019 sion. Paul Margulies, father of actress Julianna Margulies, the fifties. Like Alka-Seltzer, there were also variations of from 6:00 – 9:00 pm; Tuesday, June 4, 2019 from 6:00 – created the famous "Plop, plop, fizz, fizz" ad campaign the Anacin ad, but the scenarios always reflected tension- 9:00 pm; and Wednesday, June 5, 2019 from 4:00 – 9:00 when he worked as a Madison Avenue ad executive. Tom producing situations where tension resulted in pressure pm. Dawes, a former member of The Cyrkle, an American and pressure resulted in pain. Ahhhh! But have no fear, Registration is not required for this free event. rock and roll band active in the early and mid-sixties, Anacin was there to the rescue. For more information about this event, visit Teen Space composed the ubiquitous jingle. Speedy went through a ______page on the library’s website: www.cityoflivermore.net/ number of incarnations. During the race for space in the Next month: More sixties commercials. citygov/lib/teens/default.htm, or contact Teen Program- early sixties, he appeared in a space suit, and we heard the ming Librarian Caitlyn Lung at 925-373-5576.

8 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS tion, applications du May 24; WINERIES John Waite, 8 p.m. May 31. Bank- 373-6800. have been covered include politics, Livermore Art Association Gallery, check-in May 31, 11:30 a.m. to Fun Fridays at Wood Family Vine- head Theater, 2400 First Street, governance, economics, military af- located in the Carnegie Building, 4 p.m. Carnegie Bldg., 2155 3rd yards. Live Music 5 to 8 pm, tasting Livermore; www.lvpac.org or call MOVIES fairs, history, sociology, science, the offers art classes, unusual gifts, St., Livermore. U to four painting room opens at noon. May 24 - The 925-373-6800 Classic Film Series, Pleasanton climate, and religion. Contact Rich painting rentals, art exhibits and surfaces stamped on the back; Foxcatchers; May 31 - Evan Thomas Livermore-Amador Symphony, Public Library, 6 p.m. first Thursday at 872-7923, for further questions. . information pertaining to the art artwork done from May 31 to June 2 Goldstein Blues- 2407 Research Dr., June 1, concert begins, 8 p.m. of the month with host Steve Annual Ho’ike Luau, May 18, doors field, 2155 Third St., Livermore. The and stamped eligible to be judged. Livermore. Stravinsky: Suite No. 2 for chamber Chiolis. This year's theme is FOG open 1:30 p.m. Shrine Event Center, gallery has been open since 1974 Information, dp.rodriguez@icloud. Las Positas Vineyards, Fri., May 24, orchestra, Beethoven: Piano CITY – films about San Francisco. 170 Lindbergh Ave., Livermore and is run as a co-op by local art- com. Sponsored by the Liverore Art Evening in the Vineyards summer Concerto No. 4, Gwendolyn Mok, Films are free. No registration is Halau Makana Lani presents; ac- ists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 Association, www.livermoreartas- concert series featuring Tammy soloist, Schumann: Symphony No. required. The films are screened companied by Faith Ako. $40 adults, p.m. For information call 449-9927. sociation.org. Beverly on the patio; wine and arti- 4. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First in the Pleasanton Library large $10 youth 10 and under. Ticket Members of the Pleasanton Art The Young Artists’ Studio has san pizza's available for purchase ( St., Livermore. www.lvpac.org, meeting room. Everyone is welcome includes lunch late. Information at League Public Art Circuit are openings in its 2018 – 2019 school sorry no outside food or beverages 373-6800. to attend. Some films are mature in www.wegothula.com currently exhibiting art at five year art classes. Artist Peggy Frank permitted ) to purchase tickets, Lee DeWyze 8 p.m. June 22. Bank- content and may not be suitable for 28th Annual Livermore Downtown businesses in the area. Viewing offers small group, individualized visit www.laspositasvineyards.com. head Theater, 2400 First St., Liver- children. For more information or Street Fest, May 18- May 19, locations are: The Stanford Health instruction in art to students ages Space is limited. more. www.lvpac.org, 373-6800. assistance, contact the Pleasanton Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday Care Dermatology Clinic, 1133 E. 7 through high school. She also Charles R Vineyards 4th Friday Free Piano Men: The Music of Elton John Public Library at (925) 931-3400, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Along First Street Stanley Blvd. Suite 111, Livermore; works with adults. Projects include Summer Concert Series launching & Billy Joel Featuring Kyle Martin, extension 4. 400 Old Bernal Avenue, from the Livermore Cinema down Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce all kinds of drawing, painting, May 24th with local talent Robbie p.m. June 22. Firehouse Arts Center, Pleasanton. to N Street. The side Streets have at 777 Peters Street, Pleasanton; print making and sculpture. Home Wilson’s outlaw country, folk and 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. Star Trek: the Wrath of Khan (1982 unique experiences and activities. Sallman, Yang, & Alameda CPA's schoolers and high school students a little bit of rock; June 28 - Jack www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. movie) June 19, 7:30 p.m. all tickets The best of the Livermore Valley’s at 7077 Koll Center Parkway, working on advanced portfolios are Quigley Souled Out! – Serving up a $5. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First wineries and breweries will be Suite 183, Pleasanton; The Bagel welcome. Peggy has been an art gumbo pot of acoustic blues, rock ON THE STAGE St., Livermore. www.lvpac.org, creating Pop Up Tasting Room Street Café at 6762 Bernal Ave., instructor in the Livermore Valley and soul; July 26 - Chris Ahlman – Festival of Short Plays 2019, May 373-6800. experiences. Livermore Downtown Pleasanton; and The Bagel Street for many years. Contact her at Singer Songwriter, playing acoustic 24, 7 p.m., May 25, 2 and 7 p.m., Inc. www.livermoredowntown.com/ Café at 4101-A Dublin Blvd., Dublin. (925) 443-8755 or email frank.a@ pop, folk and rock; August 23 - Rick May 27, 2 and 7 p.m. Bothwell Arts OPERA events If interested in becoming a member comcast.net. Spitaleri - Danceable rock and Center, 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Livermore Valley Opera Opera In The Memorial Day Ceremony - Mon., of the Pleasanton Art League or for Figure Drawing Workshop, every roll from the 60s through today; Center Stage East Bay presents Vineyard #1 at Nella Terra Cellars, May 27, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., information regarding the Public Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. September 27 – The Spencer James three student written and directed Sunol, special Father’s Day Edition, Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Art Circuit, call John Trimingham at Artists bring their own materials Band - A remix and a mashup of plays. www.lvpac.org or 373-6800 June 16th. Tickets and information Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton. Pleasanton (510) 877-8154. and easels. Open to all artists. great blues and rock 'n' roll. 8195 The Addams Family - Bay Area at www.livermorevalleypera.com Community Concert Band will play. “Fresh Works IX.” through June 1 Professional artist models (nude). Crane Ridge Road, Livermore, www. Children's Theatre Livermore Next Ao Li: An Evening of Favorite Arias, Livermore Rodeo Parade, June 8, in the Harrington Gallery at the No instructor. Students under 18 CharlesRVineyards.com 925-454- Stage Performers young@part, 8 p.m. June 29. Firehouse Arts Cen- 10 a.m. downtown Livermore. Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton. need written parental permission 3040. June 6 and 7 at 7:00 p.m. Bankhead ter, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. Livermore Memorial Day Ceremo- 9th annual juried exhibition featur- to attend. Cost $20 per session. Wine & Wags, noon to 4:30 p.m. June Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. nies, Monday, May 27, Livermore ing 66 emerging and established Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., 2. Livermore Valley’s dog friendly www.lvpac.org, 373-6800. VFW and American Legion will per- fine artists from around the Bay Livermore. Coffee, tea and refresh- wineries host a day of fun for dogs As You Like It, free Shakespeare in CHORAL form ceremonies at the 3 Livermore Area. Wide variety of media, includ- ments are available. Call or e-mail and their owners across the region. the Park presented by San Francisco Cantabella Children’s Chorus cemeteries. 9:00 AM at Roselawn ing painting, drawing, sculpture, Barbara Stanton for more info about Information and tickets at www. Shakespeare Festival, Saturdays “Portraits” Sat., May 18, 1 and Cemetery on North Livermore photography. Regular gallery hours: the workshop, 925-373-9638 - lvwine.org and Sundays at 7:00pm June 29– 4 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 Ave. 11:00 AM at St. Michaels Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from [email protected]. July 14 Amador Valley Community First St., Livermore. www.lvpac.org, and 11:30 AM at Memory Gardens 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 Art Classes, For children, teens and MUSIC/CONCERTS Park, Santa Rita & Black Avenue, 373-6800. Cemeteries on East Avenue. a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gallery at adults. Beginner to advanced. Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Music Pleasanton. There will be a light refreshments the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleas- Drawing, painting, printmaking, every Sunday. 12:00 - 4:30. 1356 MISCELLANEOUS at noon for participants at the anton, 4444 Railroad Avenue. sculpture and ceramics taught by S. Livermore Ave, Livermore. http:// COMEDY Hagemann Ranch Open House. Livermore Veterans Hall, 522 South 47th Annual Art in the Vineyard, highly experienced artist and art in- retzlaffvineyards.com Free Comedy Show every Thursday Tours of the 140+ year old ranch L St. followed by a Quilts of Valor Livermore Art Association, Sunday, structor, Thomasin Dewhurst. Week- Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears at Sanctuary from 7:30-9 pm in the and free, family friendly sea- presentation at 1:00PM. The public May 26, 2019 11:00 to 5:00, day and weekend classes, Home regularly at: The Castle Rock Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 sonal activities. The last Sunday is invited to attend any and all of Wente Vineyards Estate Winery, school classes, Special classes Restaurant in Livermore/on Portola First St. in Livermore. of each month, 1-4 PM. Go to these local events. 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore. www. during school breaks offered. (925) Avenue-- the 2nd Tuesday each Free comedy show every Thursday www.livermorehistory.com for the Livermore Rodeo, June 8 and 9 at livermoreartassociation.org 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ month from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, at Rebel Kitchen & Libations, 2369 monthly program. 455 Olivina Ave., Robertson Park Stadium. Gates California Art Club exhibit of Bay hotmail.com for further info. full bar, small cover. First St., Livermore 7:30pm. Livermore. open at 11:00am. Grand Entry at Area Parks: Outdoor Treasures. June Piano and keyboard lessons, For G.I. Blues: The Songs of Elvis A Writers Meetup for adults 18 and 3:00pm. World’s Fastest Rodeo. 14-July 20. Opening Reception: children to adult. Beginner to early Presley. Special Memorial Weekend DANCE older meets on the first Tuesday www.livermorerodeo.com Saturday, June 15, 1:00–3:00 pm. intermediate level. Half-hour private concert, Sunday, May 26, 7:00 p.m. Vineyard Ballet Academy presents of every month, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 Museum on Main, An Afternoon Harrington Gallery, Firehouse Arts classes or small group classes at Firehouse Arts Center in down- 'The Firebird and the Princess' 5:45 p.m. at the Livermore Civic Center or Evening with… Nathaniel Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, offered. Twice-yearly recitals. (925) town Pleasanton. Featuring Jim pm May 25. Amador Theater, Pleas- Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Hawthorne: Tuesday, June 11th, Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ Anderson & The Rebels. Sound, the anton. Tickets at www.firehousearts. Livermore, CA. There is no charge 2pm; Tuesday, June 11th, 7pm; EBOS - East Bay Open Studios hotmail.com for further info. songs, and the memories of Elvis org or 931-4848. and no sign-up needed to attend Firehouse Arts Center. Tickets at June 15, 16, 22 and 23 from 11 Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the Presley on this special weekend. Valley Dance Theatre Spring REP this informal gathering. Hosted www.museumonmain.org or (925) am. to 6 pm. Meet artists and last Saturday of each month from Hits include of course Heartbreak 2019. May 25 at 7 p.m., May 26 by local writer and NaNoWriMo 462-2766. see how some of the art is made. 12 noon-1 p.m. at Galina’s Music Hotel, Hound Dog, Don't Be Cruel, at 2 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 (National Novel Writing Month) 2019 Alameda County Fair -- June Free catalogs available at Way Up Studio located at 1756 First St., Jailhouse Rock, and many more. First St., Livermore. www.lvpac.org, participant Sydney Dent. To learn 14 -July 7. live Action Sports shows, Art and Frame, 1912 2nd. Street Livermore. Confirm participation by Reserved Seat Tickets: $15 - $25. 373-6800. more about this program check big name concerts and Live Horse and Bothwell Arts Center 2466 calling (925) 960-1194 or via the Tickets available at www.firehouse- Oakland Ballet Company “Jangala,” the library’s website at Livermo- Racing. For more information and Eight Street in Livermore and the website at www.GalinasMusicStu- arts.org, 925-931-4848, or at the Tue., May 28, 7:30 p.m. One lost relibrary.net or call the library at schedules, visit www.Alamed- Firehouse Art Center, 4444 Railroad dio.com. Beginners are welcome. center Box Office, 4444 Railroad boy … a pack of wolves…a band 925-373-5500. aCountyFair.com Avenue in Pleasanton. It can also Bring some music to share with the Avenue, in downtown Pleasanton. of monkeys…a herd of buffalo … Political Issues Book Club meets Valley Bonsai ­Society 10th Annual be downloaded from the website group. Ukuleles are available for Free parking. and one power hungry tiger. Fusing the 4th Tuesday of each month, Bonsai Show at Alden Lane Nursery, eastbayopenstudios.com. purchase. Small $10 fee to cover Jim Anderson & The Rebels, May 26, contemporary ballet with south and reads books about issues and Livermore, Saturday, June 16 and meeting costs. 2 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Indian classical Bharatanatyam trends that are driving current Sunday, June 17 from 10 am to 4 MEETINGS/CLASSES Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. dance. Bankhead Theater, 2400 affairs in both the national and pm. www.valleybonsaisociety.com/ Paint Livermore, open competi- firehousearts.org or 931-4848. First St., Livermore. www.lvpac.org, international arenas. 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LPC School Readiness Art and Wind Festival Set over Weekend Program Taking Applications The San Ramon Art & Wind Festival is scheduled the center will feature hands on displays and activities. for Sunday and Monday, May 26 - 27 of Memorial Day Make sure to check out the San Ramon Police and San Low and middle income families can apply for Las Weekend in San Ramon’s Central Park, 12501 Alcosta Ramon Valley Fire Protection District as they demonstrate Positas College's (LPC) School Readiness Program. Of- Blvd. from 11am to 6pm both days. the Jaws of Life, Hands-only CPR and K-9 demonstration fered through LPC's Child Development Center (CDC), This annual event features a variety of fine arts, crafts during the festival. For a little more excitement also stop the School Readiness Program offers free half day educa- and specialty food vendors as well as 4 stages of enter- by the tethered balloon demonstration, professional skate- tion for children aged three to five. tainment with a variety of music performers and dancers. board & scooter demonstrations and stay for the Sunday "We put our families at the heart of our program and Enjoy eats from 2 food courts and experience our family helicopter landing. strive to partner with you to support and nurture a child's amusement zones, professional choreographed kite flying This event highlights 100 artists from California and demonstrations, a helicopter landing, free kite making beyond exhibiting and selling their work over Memorial individual needs, abilities, interests and culture," said workshop and much more. The Art and Wind Festival is Day weekend. Visitors will enjoy a wide variety of beauti- CDC Director Angie Lopez. pet friendly and admission is always free. fully hand-crafted items including paintings, photographs, Children will learn in a play-based learning environ- Entertainment will take lace on 4 stages featuring jewelry, clothing, pottery, toys, kites and more. ment with integrated academic and skill development dance groups, vocal performances, exciting bands and Sports Basement of San Ramon will provide FREE va- through hands-on educational experiences. The program, more. A wide variety of dance and talented music groups let bike parking at the San Ramon Art & Wind Festival. In Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., ad- will be featured on the Alcosta Stage and Bishop Ranch addition, Sports Basement is providing each person who ditionally offers free breakfast to admitted students. Amphitheater Stage, including community drumming, valets their bicycle a 20% off coupon for store merchan- Parents do not need to attend or work at LPC to enroll belly dance, ballet, jazz dance, as well as Indian dance. dise. Just follow the signs to the location adjacent to the their children, however they must meet the income guide- Choreographed professional kite flying demonstrations Iron Horse Trail. lines for low or moderate income or be a current federal take place both Sunday and Monday through the day. The valet bike parking will be available both days of Find some space to sit back and relax while watching the the festival and is conveniently located next to the Iron aid recipient, homeless or in protective services to attend. artistry that is kite flying. Horse Trail, an accessible bike path that runs from Con- All children, regardless of income, with an Individualized On Sunday and Monday, May 26 & 27, the Luce Pup- cord to Pleasanton. Education Program (IEP) automatically qualify. pet Company will present Circus Fantastico. at 1:30 p.m., For more information, please visit www.ArtandWind. The program begins in August. To enroll, parents must Zomo the Trickster Rabbit at 2:30 p.m. and The Reluctant com or call the City of San Ramon Parks & Community complete the application and provide proof of current ad- Dragon at 3:30 p.m. Services Department at (925) 973-3200. dress, their child's birth certificate, a current immunization A free kite making workshop, face painting and free record for their child and income verification, which can crafts, as well as family friendly music and performances Vehicles Theme of be in the form of paycheck stubs, tax returns or documen- will return this year to entertain children and adults alike. tation of public assistance, unemployment. In addition to the puppet shows and entertainment, the Art Sundays at Hagemann For additional information, call (925) 424-1560 or and Wind Festival features two kids zones, with rides and amusements. Plus, the Mobile Visitors Center from East The Sundays at Hagemann event on May 26th from visit the CDC at 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Building 2300, in Bay Regional Park District. Connecting kids to nature, 1-4 pm is all about vehicles of every sort. Livermore. The CDC is licensed by the State of Califor- There will be vintage cars and house trailers, work- nia, Community Care Licensing Division, #013420889. ing, restored hit and miss engines. The Heritage Guild's Art in the Vineyard Set at restored Livermore fire trucks will be on display. One Wente Vineyards of the antique tractors will be hooked up to the wagon for Livermorium Celebration hayrides and tours. 47th Annual Art in the Vineyard will be held at Wente Greg Pane will be on hand to provide the musical On Calendar for May 30 Vineyard Estate Winery on Sun., May 26 starting at 11 ambiance. As usual, there will be art demonstrations, a.m. refreshments and the animals waiting for attention. The event is presented by the Livermore Art Associa- The 7th Annual Liver- Laboratory who collaborat- Hagemann Ranch is located at 455 Olivina Ave. in tion. It will feature art demonstrations, works of art from Livermore. morium Day celebration on ed with a team from Russia. Livermore Valley artists, fantastic food from The Wood will take place Thursday, Livermore is one of only Fire Kitchen and VinX. May 30, 2019, from 4:00- six cities in the world for Live music will be performed by Vintage Noise. 5:00 p.m. at Livermorium which an element has been Admission is complimentary. JAZZ ON Plaza at Mills Square Park named that appears on the Wine tasting will be $25 / $15 for Club Members - All (116 S. Livermore Ave. – Periodic Table of Elements. tastings include a commemorative glass. corner of First St. and S. The winery is located at 5565 Tesla Road Livermore. Livermore Ave.). The program will in- clude guest speakers, award STAGE presentations, the youth TraveL TraveL band “Element 116,” and Friday, May 31st 7pm - 8:30pm light refreshments. In June 2013, Mayor BuG BuG LEON JOYCE John Marchand established Ocean and Ocean and Quartet Livermorium Day in May with… to recognize the creation river cruises river cruises of chemical element 116, James Hall John Burr Matt Finders which was named in honor (925) 447-4300 (925) 447-4300 Free admission • Doors open at 6:15pm of the City and a team of scientists from the Law- in downtown Livermore in downtown Livermore Seat reservations on EventBrite rence Livermore National travelbuglivermore.com travelbuglivermore.com Inklings Event Room • 530 Main St, Pleasanton

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(Organizations wishing to run notices present a short introduction to vineyard man- Pleasanton, on May 23, June 13 and 27, July No prior dance experience or partner Center. Small fee. Square Dance Lessons in Livermore, in Bulletin Board, send information to PO agement. Attendees will have the option to 11 and 25 and August 8. Please call Eleanor required. We welcome new dancers at any Counter Point (Addiction Family Sup- 7 p.m. at Del Valle High School, 2253 5th Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care attend a brief presentation to learn about the at 846-8708 for more information. All are time. Call Margaret Ward at (925) 449-5932 port Group) free faith based, Christ centered Street. All ages welcome. Dancing Thursdays of Bulletin Board or email information to efforts to preserve the Tesla area. Space is welcome regardless of religious affiliation. or Sheena MacQueen at (925) 784-3662 for (Al Anon based) program designed to help weekly from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. No [email protected]. Include name limited, so sign up soon. Proceeds from this National Society Daughters of the more information. individuals with family members who suffer partner or special attire needed. For more of organization, meeting date, time, place event will support FOV's actions to protect American Revolution, Josefa Higuera Wednesday Night Run with Sunrise from alcoholism and drug addiction. Meet information call Margaret 925-447-6980 or and theme or subject. Phone number and open space and enhance the success of Livermore Chapter. Meets September Mountain Sports, every Wednesday night Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. at St. Michael [email protected]. contact person should also be included. the vineyards and wineries in the Livermore through May on the first Saturday of each (rain or shine) at 6:30PM. Start/End Loca- Elementary School (345 Church Street, Shepherd’s Gate New Life Thrift Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) Valley. Visit www.fov.org/events for additional month. DAR was founded in 1890 to promote tion: Sunrise Mountain Sports 2184 First Livermore). For further information, contact Store, open at 4014 East Ave. Hours will be event information and to purchase tickets. education, historic preservation, and Street Livermore. The run/walk will start Rachel at (510-501-1411). 9-7 Monday through Friday, 9-5 Saturday, Livermore-Amador Genealogical Dress a Girl Around the World, an patriotism. Its members are descended from at 6:30PM, but come hang with us around Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults who closed Sunday. Donations can be left at 4014 Society Presents a Family History Workshop, invitation to make simple dresses for patriots who supported and/or fought for 6PM to socialize/warm-up/change. There get together for events like board games, East Ave in the rear of the building, 9:30 AM Saturday, June 8, 2019, Nnoon until 4:00 girls in third world countries. Meetings American independence during the Revolu- are a variety of distances starting at 2 miles movies and fan conventions. Meetings every to 5 PM M-F, 8–2:30pm Sat, closed Sundays PM, Livermore Family History Center, 950 are once a month. The next meeting is tionary War. With nearly 185,000 members and they go up to 9 miles. The most popular Tuesday at 5:30 for dinner and board games & holidays. Mocho St., Livermore. COST: No charge. June 22, from 9 am to 3 pm at St. Michael’s in approximately 3,000 chapters worldwide, is the 3.5 mile course (that does have two A schedule of upcoming events can be found Italian Catholic Federation, meets Visitors welcome. For additional information Hall, Corner of 3rd and Maple St., Livermore. DAR is one of the world’s largest and most water fountains along its route). Dogs, kids, on Facebook at: Facebook.com/groups/ 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. Elizabeth contact: Tom Mathews, L-AGS Program Bring sewing machine or serger, iron, ironing active service organizations. For additional and people of all paces are welcome. More TriValleyGeeks. Text Melody Evenson at 925- Seton Catholic Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr., Chair, email: [email protected] board, scissors, along with helping hands. information, visit http://jhl.californiadar.org. information located on Sunrise's Facebook 209-1214 for more information. Pleasanton. Anyone who loves all things Tri-Valley Republican Women Feder- (Those planning to stay all day should bring a Writing Club for Young Adults led by Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/ Golden Circle Seniors, meetings Mon- Italian is invited to meet to celebrate the ated, a “Silver Award Club,” meeting June bag lunch.) Always accepting cheerful cotton young adult author J.L. Powers will meet events/237597100263100/ days at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center in the Italian heritage with monthly dinner meetings 13. Special Guest Speaker: Rochelle Conner fabric donations. Those who can’t make the from 6:30 to 8:30 pm on the third Thursday The City of Pleasanton Library’s Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 and holding charitable events. The group will talk about Why Faith Matters in Today’s Sew-Fest but would like to sew, arrange for of the month: May 16, 2019. The meetings Literacy Program is searching for patient, East Ave. Sewing, knitting and crocheting supports Children's Hospital research, Culture. Beeb’s Sports Bar and Grill Banquet kits that can be sews at home. Ques- will be held at the Civic Center Library, 1188 caring volunteer tutors to help adults practice all year, saving items for the annual bazaar college scholarships and other charities. Room (At the Las Positas Golf Course), 915 tions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352-8447 or South Livermore Avenue, Livermore. The club and improve their English reading, writing, in November. Ninety-five present of the For information, contact Judy Wellbeloved, Clubhouse Drive, Livermore. (925) 455- [email protected] is free. No registration is required. Aspiring and conversation skills. Volunteers will work proceeds are donated to local charities. president, 462-2487. 7070. Social time 6 p.m., meeting 6:45 p.m. Master Gardeners talks, Demonstra- writers may attend each meeting or as many one-on-one with students, lead small group Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner ClutterLess Self Help Support Group Reservations due by June 11, 2019 Call: Jo tion Garden, 3575 Greenville Rd., Livermore or few as wanted. Teen Space page on the conversation practice, conduct citizenship meetings every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at (CL) is a non profit,peer based, all volunteer, Molz: Cell / Text: 925-367-6155 Include all . trained Master Gardeners are on site at to library’s website: www.livermorelibrary.net, test preparation, or lead book clubs. No 6:30 p.m. 530 Inklings Coffee Shop in the self help in-person support group for people names and a phone # or email: rjm911@ answer question and give tours of the garden or contact Teen Services Librarian Jennifer advance preparation is needed. Find more Wardrobe Room, Pleasanton. Check website with difficulty discarding unwanted pos- sbcglobal.net TVRWF Members: $ 30.00; 9:30am-11:30am on the second Saturday of Mosel at 925-373-5576. information contact the Adult Literacy team for meeting updates pleasantonlionsclub. sessions. Meetings at Parkview, 100 Valley Guests: $ 35.00. www.trivalleyrepublican- the month; talks on seasonally appropriate Tri-Valley Parkinson's Support [email protected] / 925- org. Pleasanton Lions Club is a non-profit Avenue, (main entrance), 2nd Floor Activity womenfederated.org topics. All Talks are 10 am- 11 on the second Group - those with Parkinson's or a variant 931-3405. organization that seeks to identify needs Room, Pleasanton, every Monday 7 - 8:30 Livermore Lions Club meets for dinner Saturday of the Month Mar-Nov. June 8 diagnosis plus their care partners meet at the Livermore Veterans of Foreign Wars within the community and work together to pm (except postal holidays). www.clutterless. every third Thursday of the month at 6:30pm Citrus- Varieties and Care; July 13 Irrigation Pleasanton Sr. Center on the 2nd Sat of every (VFW), Post 7265, seeking returning Veter- fulfill those needs. For more information or to org (national) or www.ClutterlessEastBay.org at Emil Villa's Restaurant, 3064 Pacific Ave. How much water do I really need to apply; month from 10am-12Noon. Hear speakers ans from foreign conflicts who are interested get involved visit pleasantonlionsclub.org. All for more info. in Livermore. Lions are the world's largest Aug. 10 Soil- why does it matter so much; on a variety of related topics and to share in staying engaged with other Veterans and are welcome. Questers is an international organiza- service organization. Livermore Lions Sept. 14 Firescaping in a Suburban environ- challenges, solutions, and triumphs! Contact their families. The VFW is one of the strongest Have you been affected by someone's tion of lovers of antiques, collectibles, and support the needs within our community and ment; Oct. 12 Propagation: Seed Saving; Nov. [email protected] or 925-462- Veterans organizations in America but is in drinking? Al-Anon and Alateen offer hope history who encourage preservation and state, the nation and the world. Provides 9 MG Plant Favorites- Winter interest 5081 for more information. No cost. serious decline because of lack of member- and strength for families and friends of restoration of historical landmarks. At chap- funds to support the homeless, the fire Bingo bash, Italian Catholic Federation Pleasanton Amer. Leg. Post 237 ship. Meetings on the first and third Mondays problem drinkers. www.AlanonTriValley.org, ter meetings, members learn about antiques, victims, and the hurricane and earthquakes Br. 285 fundraiser, June 1, St. Augustine' located at 301 Main St. is looking for few of each month with a light dinner social at 925-277-7661, [email protected]. share and view members' collections, visit victims. Charities include: Canine Com- Hall 3999 Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. Doors good veterans to join us. We meet the 6:00pm followed by a business meeting at Recovery International Support Group historic sites, museums and antiques shops panions, Blind Centers, and the Ear of the open at 6 p.m. bingo at 6:30 p.m. $10 per second Tuesday of each month at 1900 7:00pm at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 522 meets 1300 S Livermore Avenue, Livermore, and help non-profit organizations with resto- Lion. Check the website (livermorelionsclub) packet (10 games). Pizza, snacks, beverages hr. or consider joining us for coffee/donuts So. L. St. (corner of So. L & 5th Street-enter at 2pm every Sunday except holidays. No ration and preservation work. Chapter meets for up-coming projects and events. All are Reservations required by May 28 RSVP Patty every Saturday 0700-0830. All veterans all on 5th St.). For more information contact RSVP needed. Contact : Ken 510-754-4599 the 4th Tuesday monthly from September welcome at meetings and to participate in 462-2491 or [email protected] welcome to join us at coffee. You qualify to Commander Hank Jean: 480-585-8970 or or Barbara 916-335-8836 to May. New members are invited to join our activities. National Alliance on Mental Illness attend if you served. Come and meet other Service Officer Ron Gillette: 925-443-4444. Ethos 1010 Murrieta Blvd., Suite B, the local Amador Chapter. If interested call Brunch for Aisha Wahab, CA-15 can- (NAMI) Tri-Valley's Connections Support veterans and you will hear and see nothing Tri-Valley Haven - Individual Counsel- Livermore. Free and confidential services President Rickie at 925-292-8123 or e-mail didate. Kyoko Takayama is hosting a house Group, meets every Wednesday, from has changed since you were discharged. We ing & Group Therapy Openings, For over forty related to pregnancy include guidance and [email protected]. party on May 25 (Sat) 11AM-1PM. For RSVP 7:15pm - 8:45pm at St. Clare's Episcopal enjoy new faces and guarantee you will enjoy years, Tri-Valley Haven, a non-profit agency, referrals, baby clothing, and diapers. Call Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy and details, RSVP at bit.ly/Brunch4Aisha. Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton. This being around veterans. Please consider com- has provided shelter and counseling for (925) 449-5887 for an appointment. Club. Feed your wonder about the Night Sky Aisha Wahab, newly elected Hayward City group provides support and education for ing and joining your comrades, because there survivors of sexual assault and domestic vio- Meals on Wheels Volunteers are and the Cosmos by joining us on the 3rd Council member, and first Afghan woman in anyone experiencing a mental illness. For still fun to be around. Lock and Load. Ready lence, and their children in the Tri-Valley. The needed to deliver fresh meals to homebound Friday of the Month for our club meeting. the office, is running for an open seat cur- further information, visit www.nami-trivalley. on the right ready on the left. Visit our post at Haven provides free, professional individual seniors in Livermore or Pleasanton one day Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. Vasco rently held by Rep Swalwell who is running org or contact Kendall @ 925-872-0170. [email protected] and group therapy for survivors of domestic per week, Monday-Friday between 10 am-12 Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. talk for President in 2020. Daughters of the American Revolution AA If you want to drink, that's your busi- violence, sexual assault, and poverty. For p.m.. For more information, please call starts at 7:30 p.m.. For more info visit us @ Singles Happy Hour Party, Single (DAR), Jose Maria Amador, Pleasanton ness. If you want to stop, we can help. Call more information on Tri-Valley Haven’s (925)483-1989. http://www.trivalleystargazers.org/ Professionals are encouraged to meet new Chapter. The local Jose Maria Amador Alcoholics Anonymous 925-829-0666 Support Groups and Individual Counseling, Rotary Club of Livermore Valley Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 friends Sunday, June 9, 2019, 4-6pm, chapter meets on the second Saturday of Native Daughters of the Golden please call: (925) 449-5845. invites interested individuals to attend its Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s at Coco Cabana, 4500 Tassajara Road, the month from September to May, with a West, (California born Women) is a fraternal Docents for the Livermore HistoryMo- morning meeting. Meetings are held every costumes give free guided tours beginning Dublin. The cost is $10 at the door, which short business meeting and a program. DAR and patriotic organization founded on the bile. Volunteers interested in Livermore his- Tuesday at 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & Grill at noon, on the second and fourth Sundays includes: Complimentary light appetiz- was founded in 1890 to promote historic principles of : Love of Home; Devotion to tory and/or like working with children (mostly at the Las Positas Golf Course, 915 Club of the month. Each tour includes the 1885 ers, served at 4pm, as long as they last. preservation, education and patriotism. Its the Flag; Veneration of the Pioneers; Faith 3rd graders) are needed. Mission is to teach House Drive, Livermore. For more informa- Cottage and the 1891 Main House, and the Fun Mixer Game, with prizes. This event members are descended from the patriots in the Existence of God., Angelita Parlor No. children the history of Livermore and instill in tion, go to www.livermorevalleyrotary.org/ beautifully landscaped grounds. For informa- is co-sponsored by The Society of Single who won American independence during 32, Livermore, meet first Monday of the them a sense of pride in the city. There will or contact Frank Vallejo, President of Rotary tion on the Ravenswood Progress League Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit the Revolutionary War. DAR is one of the month, 6:30 PM, I.O.O.F Hall, 2160 First be training. Time commitment could be as Club of Livermore Valley, at 925-595-2004 or (RPL) or the volunteer Docent Program, singles organization; and many singles world's largest and most active service St., Livermore (easy entrance from back little as a few days a year. There are usually [email protected] please call the Docent Coordinator at (925) meetups. Anyone wishing more information organizations. DAR members are committed of building) Rec. Sec.: Shelley Buchberger, have 3 docents at each school. If interested, Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning and 443-0238. about this and many more events for singles to volunteer service having served more than 925-698-4345- website: NDGW.org call Nancy Mulligan, 925-443-3076 or experienced dancers are welcome. Balkan, Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social may visit www.thepartyhotline.com or call 12.5 million hours in communities throughout Scottish country dancing in E-mail [email protected]. Israeli and other world dances, easy line group of retired men who join together to 415-507-9962. the world during the past three years. For Livermore. Enjoy the lively reels and jigs and Sing for fun, Music Sing-a-Long, sing and circle dances, no partners required, better enjoy their leisure time. Activities Friends of Open Space and Vineyards more information, please visit https:// graceful strathspeys that are the traditional familiar tunes with other folks along with casual dress. $3 per session (first time free). include golf, bridge, photography, travel, invite all to take part on Friday, May 31st for josemaria.californiadar.org/ or contact Debbie social dance of Scotland. Make new friends piano accompaniment. The words of the Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Bothwell fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technology. a walk at Holdener Park followed by lunch Janes at [email protected]. and have fun while you exercise. Join us songs will be provided. No musical experi- Arts Center (West end), 2466 8th Street, The Tri-Valley Branch serves men living in and a glass of wine at Rodrigue Molyneaux Grief support meetings. 7:30 pm at Mondays 8:00 to 10:00 pm at the Livermore ence needed. Most Mondays, from 11:00- Livermore. Information: George Pavel (925) Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, and San Ra- Winery. Winery owner Garry Rodrigue will St. Elizabeth Seton, 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Veteran’s Hall, 522 South L Street, Livermore. 12:00 at the Robert Livermore Community 447-8020 or [email protected] mon. The group meets for lunch on the first MAY 23, 2019 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD

Thursday of each month at the San Ramon 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril.tamayo@ Childcare, and religious education for Serpentine Lane #300, Pleasanton. Sunday Lynnewood United Methodist 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconciling Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Lane, San Ramon. cril-online.org. All services are free. children as well as adults are offered. For Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to www. Church at 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton, Church, where all are welcomed. Sunday Please read more about the Tri-Valley SIR at Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy more information, visit www.uucil.org or call stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at offers a friendly congregation where all are Worship time is at 10:00 a.m.. Children’s and www.trivalleysir.org and the Statewide SIR at Support Group meets every fourth Tuesday 925-447-8747. (831) 278-1916. welcome. Summer worship schedule begins youth groups Sunday School during worship www.sirinc.org/. For information or to attend of the month at 10 a.m. in the third floor Congregation Beth Emek, Center for St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 on May 26th with one service at 9:30 a.m. services and Sunday evening Middle School a meeting, call Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. movie room at Heritage Estates Retirement Jewish Learning, Prayer and Commu- Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on Childcare provided. Contact the church and High School Youth Groups. Children American Legion Post 47 in Livermore Community. The address is 900 E. Stanley nity in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Children’s office 846-0221, send an email to office@ are welcome at all services, and childcare is looking for veterans in the Livermore area Blvd., Livermore All are welcome. Contact is Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi Dr. Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 a.m. All lynnewood.org or visit our website at www. in the nursery. For more information about who are interested in performing community Lee Parlett 292-9280. Laurence Milder, www.bethemek.org. are most welcome to come and worship lynnewood.org. other opportunities visit our website at www. service for young people and promoting DBE Daughters of the British Empire, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with with us and to enjoy our hospitality. For The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- asburylive.org or call 925-447-1950. Asbury veterans affairs. Interested veterans will John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Chapter in the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- more information call the church office day Saints – Livermore Stake: Sunday UMC can also be found on Facebook at meet with other like-minded veterans for the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 a.m. on the tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith 925-462-4802. services –1501 Hillcrest Ave: Sycamore “Asbury UMC Livermore,” where you can find camaraderie and support of veterans' 3rd Thursday of every month at Castlewood Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church Grove Ward 9:00 am; Windmill Springs Ward our most updated information and worship causes. The American Legion is the largest Country Club. DBE was founded in 1909 and EastBaySecularJews.org. , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) 447-3289. 10:30 am. 950 Mocho St.; Valley View Ward sermons. federally chartered veterans organization that is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization made up First Church of Christ, Scientist, www.saintbartslivermore.com. Sunday 9:00 am; Vineyard Hills Ward 10:30 am; Del Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Avenue, is the veterans lobby and voice to congress. of women of British or British Commonwealth Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. service with Rev. Andrew Lobban, pastor Valle Branch (Spanish) first meeting 11:40, Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 11:00 The Livermore American Legion Post 47 heritage and ancestry with a focus on charity Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is and priest, 10:00 am Eucharist with music, Sacrament meeting 12:40; 8203 Village a.m. Worship. For more information visit meets the second and fourth Monday of each and fellowship. Those interested in helping held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church childcare and Godly Play children education. Parkway, Dublin: Tri-Valley Young Single Adult gatewaylivermore.org or call Larry Trummel month at 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial with “the cause," enjoying social activities, and reading room are located at Third and Little Brown Church, United Church Ward 12:30. at 449.1444. Building, 522 South L Street, Livermore. Enter and forming long-lasting friendships, contact N Streets. The Reading Room, which is of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Grace Missionary Baptist Church in the building from the ramp on the 5th Street Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 or Jenny open to the public, features books, CDs and a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Sunday at Livermore invites members of the community side. For more information go to http://www. Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for additional magazines for sale. For information, call littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Pleasanton to Wednesday evening study, “Discover- calegion.org/ or contact Bill Bergmann at information. (925) 447-2946. Pathway Community Church, 1055 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at 3574 Vineyard ing the Bible.” Currently, the subject is , [email protected] or (925) 443- Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), Sunset Community Church, 2200 Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contemporary Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., “The Holy Spirit and His Work.” The church 2330 or Roy Warner at 925-449-6048. Information on programs and memberships, Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 am. Chil- 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 4th Ward: address is 1759 Locust Street in Livermore. Eric's Corner is a free support group for training philosophies and schedules, and service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service starts dren, youth, adult programs. Biblically based Sunday 9:30 a.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Wednesday Bible Study begins at 6:30 p.m. people who are dealing with a diagnosis of all things TVTC, an all inclusive triathlon/ at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's church practical messages, nondenominational. Dublin 1st Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 www.gracembc.com Epilepsy. Everyone is invited to attend these marathon/endurance training program. www. provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday All are welcome. www.pathwaycommunity- Village Parkway. Celebration Church, 1135 Bluebell meetings. Meetings are held at 5725 W. Las trivalleytriclub.com. of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night church.org (925) 322-1222. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 7421 Drive, Livermore. 925-455-4250. Sunday Positas Blvd., second floor, Pleasanton. We Pleasanton Military Families is a program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship service Service: 9:45am; children’s programs: meet from 6:30 -8;00 on the third Thursday Pleasanton based support group for those call 447-6282. 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3-18 9:45am; Spanish service at 1:00pm; Jr. & of each month. For more information please who have a loved one serving in the Military. Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/Sunday during worship. Adult education Sundays Sr. High: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. For visit us at ericscorner.org The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- School at 10:20 am. For more information, at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group Sundays more information or weekday Bible study Assistance League® of Amador Val- Tuesday of each month to share concerns, more. Information, 447-8840. visit www.goodshepherd-livermore.org or call 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth group and Prayer group schedules, go to www. ley invites all visitors to join this dedicated fears, and to celebrate the joys that are Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 (950) 371-6200. Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www.jkpcdublin.org celebrationcc.org. Welcome home. group of volunteers, reaching out to those experienced. There is no better support than S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 (925)828-1846. B'rit Ahabah Messianic Congregation, in need in the Tri-Valley and having fun being surrounded by others who know what worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. adult Bible North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors worship every Saturday, 11 a.m. at 193 Con- doing it. Regular meetings are held on the you are going through. Three times per year, study/Sunday school. For information, call & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) – tractors Ave., Livermore. Congregation and third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the the group collects supplies and sends care 925-447-1246. 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925-906- Jews and Gentiles. Liturgy presented in both Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasanton. For packages to the troops. Contact PMFSG. Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services at a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday Wor- 9561 stfrancisanglican.church. Hebrew and English. Families are welcome. more information, see our website, www. [email protected] for the location of the next 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. www. ship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary aged The Center for Spiritual Living Liver- Blessing of bread and wine (or grape juice) amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, e-mail meeting. calvarylivermore.org or 925-447-4357. children go to Kid’s Church following worship, more Valley is now holding Sunday services follows each service and all are invited to [email protected], Livermore Military Families, a support Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- nursery available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back at the Robert Livermore Community Center, Oneg, a fellowship meal. or call (925) 461-6401. group for families in Livermore who have a non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday to the Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 4444 East Ave., at 10 a.m. Asbury United Methodist Church Operation: SAM “Supporting All loved one serving in the Military, is intended school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives away 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconciling Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military to be a safe place for family members to a.m. All are welcome. 447-3428. 925-449-4848. clothing and other items every Monday 10- Church, where all are welcome is starting a A support organization based in Livermore. come and share their experiences and Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 12. Donations are also accepted on Mondays Caregivers Support Group. Second Saturday S.A.M. has been in operation since January concerns with others who understand what Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. between 10-12. 4481 E. Avenue, Livermore. of the month from 10:30 – Noon in the 2004. It is dedicated to the continued morale they are going through. All family members services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org Christ Church (a nondenominational Fireside Room. The group will be facilitated support of deployed troops. For information are welcome to attend meetings. Meetings a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Valley Bible Church, Livermore, meets evangelical church formerly meeting in by Pastor Kathy, some Stephen Leaders and or donations, visit www.operationsam.org, on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the org/ All are welcome. at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 Southfront Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho others with experience in this area. This email [email protected] Livermore Veterans Memorial Building, 522 Faith Chapel Assembly of God, Pleas- Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone 925- Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., group is open to people in the community as Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open South L Street from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. anton, 6656 Alisal Street. Sunday school for 227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; well. For more information, please talk with to new and established residents of the For more information, call Tami Jenkins, all ages at 9:30 a.m., Worship at 10:35 a.m., Cedar Grove Community Church, Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 Pastor Kathy. www.asburylive.org or call 925- Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the 925-784-5014 or email livermoremilitary- Nursery, Children’s Church (ages 3-12) at 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship a.m. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org or 447-1950. Asbury UMC can also be found on first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon families@yahoo. 11:15 a.m., Wednesday Women’s Bible Study Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. call 925.846.0665. Facebook at “Asbury UMC Livermore,” where on the second Wednesday of the month, will be taking a break, Senior Adult Ministry cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. GraceWay Church worships at 10 a.m. you can find our most updated information Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, RELIGION every other month. Call for date and time and Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palomino Sundays at 1183 Quarry Lane in Pleasanton. and worship sermons. All are welcome.. family activities, and monthly adult socials. First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth other church programs at 846-8650. Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www.jewishtri- Services include band-led worship music, Center for Spiritual Living Livermore Information, call 925-215-8405 or visit www. Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contemplative Trinity Church, 557 Olivina Ave., valley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. Bible-based messages and Sunday School Valley - Join us on a journey of individual PleasantonNewcomers.com Service in the Chapel and 10:00 a.m. Tradi- Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services Well Community Outreach Center for pre-schoolers and elementary through and collective spiritual awakening. Sunday Community Resources for Indepen- tional Service in the Sanctuary and children’s & Children’s Ministry times now at 9 a.m ministry provides meats, canned and dry high school students. Infant care is provided. service at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen dent Living (CRIL) offers services to help program For more information www.fpcl.us or & 10:30 a.m. Small Groups also meet on goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only www.gracewaylife.org (925) 846-4436. programs offered as well. All are welcome. people with disabilities and supports them 925-447-2078. Sundays, and during the week at various available prior to the start of the school year). Grace Missionary Baptist Church, Meeting place Parish Hall, 678 Enos Way, to live independently and participate in their Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut times/locations. Trinity Student Ministries (7- Those with an immediate need or who would meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. (925) Livermore. For more information contact community for as long as they are willing St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 12th Grade) meet on Sundays at 9 a.m and like to donate nonperishable food items, call 667-1610. www.gracembc.com. Sunday [email protected] or visit us at http:// and able to do so. CRIL maintains offices 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages on Weds. eve. from 7-9 p.m. Awana meets the office at (925) 479-1414 to begin the School, 9:45 am; Sunday Worship, 11 am. csllvlighthouse.org. in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore to at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Sundays from 3:30-5:30PM trinitylivermore. process. Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. - 3 Relevant and refreshing Bible teaching. Life Transitions for Aging Adults, provide information and referrals and provide worship service. AWANA children's program org or 925-447-1848. p.m., and Thursday 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick Pastor: Jeff Barger. (LTAA) St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, community education at senior centers and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas up by appointment only. The Outreach Discovery Church of the Nazarene, 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore - Sleep and affordable housing complexes to residents Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following Center will be open every 4th Saturday to 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor Aging (video), Joseph Loredo, MD, MS, MPH, of Southern Alameda County. The Tri-Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 distribute bags from Fresh and Easy Market Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community UC San Diego; Tuesday, May 21, 1:00 – 2:30, office is located at 3311 Pacific Avenue, North Vasco Road, Livermore. Sunday Service p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire La and Sprouts. This will be on a first come first Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at 9:30 Borromeo Hall. Doors open at 12:30 for Livermore 94550 and can be reached by 10:30am. Church of the open mind, loving Scola at 447-9800. serve basis between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. AM. Worship Service, Sundays at 10:45 AM social time. All are welcome to attend. For phone at (925) 371-1531, by FAX at (925) heart and helping hands. All are welcome. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 1047 2333 Nissen Drive, Livermore. Asbury United Methodist Church information: Molly Fisher 925-449-8849

12 The Independent • MAY 23, 2019 Milestones Firefighter Recruits Graduate

Recruits have demonstrated that they are ready for re- sponse through extensive testing and evaluation. The Recruits had Friday evening off, but on Saturday morn- ing, many reported to their first shift.

The dancers of Xtreme Force Dance Company competed in over 100 routines in Cupertino May 3-5th. The dancers were able to win many top awards including the Top Dance Studio. The dancers were awarded the highest scoring routines for both the 12 and under and 13 and over. The team had dancers ages 4 to 18 compete in all styles of dance. The team is preparing to compete at Nationals this summer in Anaheim.

Realtors Find Unusual Use for Easter Baskets Livermore REALTORS® turned Easter Baskets into support for an innovative Autism awareness program. The Real Estate Alliance of Livermore (REAL), a weekly meeting of real estate professionals, raised $4,430 for the Creative Autism Solutions Team (CAST) by selling Easter baskets during their April 18 meeting. CAST is a nonprofit organization founded in 2011 by Annette Musso to help families At rest and organizations affected by autism. Musso was inspired to establish CAST when her then 12-year-old Autistic son Matteo, developed techniques to communicate non-verbally. On May 17th the Liver- the recruits arrived at work Matteo has since become a popular speaker whose presentations demonstrate that those more-Pleasanton Fire De- before sunrise for physical with autism and limited verbal skills can effectively communicate and inspire. partment (LPFD) Recruit fitness training and equip- “Matteo has a huge mission and we have a huge job to do,” Musso said. “Autistic people Academy graduated and cel- ment checks. They then went in the world have been misunderstood since the beginning of time and they now have one ebrated their achievements through a full day of instruc- of a few voices that were previously silent that are now able to express what’s really going after a grueling 17-week fire tion and practice followed by on inside their brains.” academy. Ten Recruits had an evening clean-up routine REAL participants auctioned more than 20 Easter baskets and signed copies of Matteo’s their badges pinned and took that usually lasted till around Susie Beamon, 5th grader books. Sweeney said the baskets “were just fun, a combination of Spring and Easter that their Oath of Allegiance in 6:00 p.m. Most nights, they at Junction Ave K-8 School, also included home-made goodies.” front of friends and family would then have to study was honored at the 15th Musso appreciated the financial and other backing from REAL members. She said, “I was amazed at how generous and sweet and supportive they are and a lot of people came up members at the Mertes Cen- and complete homework as- Annual African American to us afterwards and expressed their emotional support as well which means just as much.” ter for the Arts on the campus signments for the next day. Student Achievement She said the CAST will be able to expand it’s program thanks to the contribution from of Las Positas College. Completing the LPFD Fire Excellence Awards on REAL. “It allows us to continue producing Matteo’s messages out to those who really Over the last seventeen Academy is a significant April 12th, 2019 at Chabot need to hear it. That’s what this money does.” weeks, the Recruit Firefight- achievement that these Re- College. Susie was REAL holds several fundraisers throughout the year to support a variety of community ers have been trained and cruits can be proud of for the recognized for Academic organizations. Sweeney said REAL members are asked to suggest organizations that could tested on structural firefight- rest of their careers. benefit from their support. CAST was selected because their cause appealed to the REAL ing, wildland firefighting, The graduating Recruits Excellence. The Livermore Board of Directors. “April is also National Autism Awareness Month, which I thought vehicle extrication, hazard- vary from seasoned firefight- Valley Joint Unified School was particularly fitting. ous materials, stress and ers making a change in fire District also recognized “This auction was a little different because we invited the recipients to attend,” Sweeney grief management, emer- departments to a Recruit who her as one of the "Rising said. “It gave everybody goosebumps and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. Matteo gency medical services and had never touched a fire hose Stars" from Livermore at had a message for everyone in the group thanking them for their support and believing in technical rescue. Each day, prior to the Academy. All the its May 7th Board Meeting. his cause.”