Thursday, October 13, 2016

VOLUME LIII, NUMBER 41 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol

Some Call It Too Blunt an Instrument; Others a Political Ploy Housing Moratorium Rejected A proposed moratorium on more City Council meeting, staff downtown, he didn't think the city could not make the findings that housing development in down- was directed to bring back soon a had the carrying capacity to handle anticipated housing developments town Livermore failed to gain the process to update the Downtown the housing planned throughout the constituted the need for an urgency four votes needed to put it into Specific Plan (DSP), one that downtown. He suggested it was measure. effect. would involve the public. time to stop and recalibrate the Spedowfski noted that the DSP See Inside Section A The moratorium would have Mayor John Marchand and plan. The moratorium would pre- has built-in stopping points, with Section A is filled with instituted an interim ordinance Councilmembers Stewart Gary and vent further housing development check-ins required at 1400 units information about arts, people, urgency measure in the Downtown Bob Woerner supported the mora- plans from coming forward during and again at 2000 units. The entertainment and special events. Specific Plan area. A four-fifths torium. Councilmembers Steve its life, which could be 45 days, downtown has been zoned to ac- There are education stories, a vote is required to declare an emer- Spedowfski and Laureen Turner and if approved by the council an commodate 3600 housing units variety of features, and the arts gency based on a threat to public voted against it. additional 10 months and 15 days. ultimately. Less than 1000 have and entertainment and health, safety or welfare. Gary, who proposed the morato- In opposing the moratorium, been built, leaving only 400 left to At the end of Monday's Liver- rium, stated that given the thriving Turner and Spedowfski said they bulletin board. (See MORATORIUM, page 4) Supervisors Complaint Give Go Filed with Ahead to FPPC Over Energy Plan Costco Talks The Alameda County Board of Supervisors gave the go ahead Pleasanton Citizens for Re- last week for staff to proceed with sponsible Growth (PCRG) has Community Choice Aggregation filed complaints with both the (CCA). State of California Fair Political Supervisors voted to accept Practices Commission (FPPC) and the feasibility study, which found the Alameda County Civil Grand that CCA would be viable. Staff Jury over the city of Pleasanton’s was directed to form a joint pow- activities surrounding the proposed ers authority (JPA) and bring in development of Costco on Johnson experts in energy and marketing Drive. to design the program and procure A press release from PCRG energy contracts. The Supervisors claims that the city has been in designated $2.4 million in funding secret negotiations with Costco to accomplish the tasks. and Johnson Drive Economic Development Zone developer The CCA would provide a Nearon Corporation for two years competitive alternative to acquire to provide public subsidies to pay energy at a lower rate with an for the infrastructure and roadway emphasis on renewables. It allows improvements needed for the proj- cities, the county and special dis- ect. A California Public Records tricts to come together to procure or Request filed by PCRG revealed produce power on behalf of people an agreement between the city, who live within their jurisdictions. Costco, and Nearon for almost The goal would be to launch what Photo - Doug Jorgensen $20 million in taxpayer subsidies is beling called East Bay Commu- The Dublin Unified School District, in partnership with Dublin Integrity In Action, hosted the 4th Annual for the project which has been kept nity Energy in Fall 2017. Wellness Fair and See Dub Run 10K Run and 5K Color Run/Walk last Sunday. The 5K color included an hidden from the public. In addi- Both the Pleasanton and Liver- option to run through multi-color powders thrown onto participants. Funds raised support Wellness, tion, Mayor Jerry Thorne has been Bullying Prevention, and Character Education programs in the Dublin Unified School District. advocating for the Costco project (See ENERGY, page 5) (See COSTCO, page 2) Glazer Faces One Challenger Rematch of June Primary in 16th District In State Senate Race Democrat Cheryl Cook-Kallio District. In June, Baker collected the ballot. Baker was asked about 71,906 votes to 63,307 for Cook- her achievements while in office Steve Glazer (D) currently rep- ter units each year and meet any is challenging incumbent Repub- lican Catharine Baker to represent Kallio. and what she would like to accom- resents the 7th District in the State other guidelines set by individual Both were interviewed on a plish if re-elected. Cook-Kallio Senate. In November, he faces a campuses. Low-income, under- the State Assembly 16th District. It is a rematch of the June variety of issues including the en- responded to questions about what run off with Joseph Rubay (R). represented or first-generation vironment, health care, and BART her goals would be if chosen by the They were the top two finishers in college students who fulfill the primary, when they were the only candidates running for the 16th to Livermore, as well as their the June primary. requirements would be guaranteed stands on various propositions on (See ASSEMBLY, page 8) Each was interviewed concern- admission into California Promise ing such issues as affordable hous- programs. Qualified community ing, health care, water, and educa- college transfer students would tion. They were also questioned also be guaranteed slots in the ABAG Jobs, about their support or opposition California Promise. to several state propositions on the Second, he co-sponsored a mea- Housing November ballot. sure that would provide $2 billion Projections for The interviews appear in alpha- to build housing for the mentally betical order. ill. And, third, he supported laws to Tri-Valley Cities close a loophole regarding assault STEVE GLAZER weapons by making the bullet but- By Ron McNicoll Steve Glazer has served for 15 ton illegal. Dublin is expected to grow to months in the State Senate. Asked If re-elected, Glazer said his 23,300 households by 2040, an what he was most proud of, he highest priority would be to sup- addition of 8400 since the baseline listed three measures. port schools and universities year of 2010, according to a new One, the California Promise through reform and funding. Re- “preferred draft” of Plan Bay Area Bill, which seeks to increase the form speaks to addressing short- (PBA) 2040. graduation rates at institutions of falls by instituting policy changes. The Dublin City Council took a higher learning in the state. The An example would relate to how look at the draft at its meeting Oct. current rate of 19% is 25% below teachers are hired. Two years is 4. ABAG set an Oct. 14 deadline the national average, according to too short a time to tell whether a for comments on the draft, and Glazer. teacher is having a positive effect Nov. 17 for final adoption. Under the California Promise on his or her students. He would The numbers are lower than program, CSU students would be prefer a longer period to be able what Dublin projects for itself, offered priority registration and to identify those teachers who are based on growth to date, and by academic advising as long as they doing well and offer help to those buildout in 2040. commit to completing 30 semes- Dublin consists of 21,000 (See STATE SENATE, page 3) households today, and expects to grow to 28,245 by 2040. Dublin also lists 14,900 units for 2010 on Three Candidates Vie for a comparison chart, but has had so much growth since 2010 — about 6000 units, that only about 7200 or Two Seats on LARPD Board so are left to be built. Three candidates are running board. There were questions about Jobs in Dublin are expected for two seats on the Livermore sports fields and programs for the by ABAG to climb by 13,300, to Area Recreation and Park District underserved, as well as seniors. 31,400, virtually the same as pro- Board of Directors. The district provides recreation jected by the Dublin planning staff. There will be at least one new and parks for the 245-square-mile PBA assumes there would be member elected this November, as area bounded by Contra Costa more jobs in the western areas incumbent Steve Goodman chose County to the north, San Joaquin of the Bay Area. Mayor David not to run. On the ballot are incum- County to the east, Santa Clara Haubert said that means there still bent Beth Wilson and challengers County to the south and the cities will be an imbalance of jobs and Jan Palajac and John Kibbe. of Pleasanton and Dublin to the Photo - Doug Jorgensen housing Bayside. Dublin will see During interviews, candidates west. The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department hosted its 5th annual more commuters driving through were asked why they were run- The interviews are listed in Fire Safety Expo last week at the training tower in Pleasanton. the Valley. ning, if they used district facilities, alphabetical order. Demonstrations include fire safety trailer tours, a kids firefighter Dublin Community Develop- and what they would bring to the obstacle course, the Livermore Police Department K-9 unit and more. ment Director Lori Taylor said that (See LARPD, page 10) Elliot Dela Torre is being helped into the turn-our gear. the city has reserved 30 acres for (See ABAG, page 12) PET OF THE WEEK You will never be bored with this boisterous pup! Cheryl is a two-year-old miniature Poodle mix with a big personality. Her Inside comical antics will keep you on your toes! As rambunctious MAIN SECTION Sports...... 7 as she can sometimes be, she will also snuggle into a small fluffy cotton ball at your side. Adopt Cheryl today at Valley Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street in Pleasanton, Tuesday Editorial...... 4 SECTION A through Saturday from 10am – 4pm. For more information, Mailbox...... 4 Art & Entertainment...... 8 visit valleyhumane.org or call (925) 426-8656. 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Forum to Featured Pleasanton School Board Candidates A candidate forum featuring all four candidates vying for The event, which is free to the public, takes place from three seats on the Pleasanton Unified School District Board 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The forum is hosted by PleasantonVoters. of Trustees is scheduled on Monday, October 17, 2016 at the com, a grassroots organization with the goal of retaining the Pleasanton Library at 400 Old Bernal Street. best qualities of our city for future generations. The candidates will speak about themselves and their reasons for running for the Board. The 2016 candidate slate includes incumbents Valerie Arkin and Jamie Yee Hintzke, COSTCO and challengers Steve Maher, retired Hart Middle School (continued from page one) principal, and former school board member Kathleen Rueg- for two years while owning opposition to the project and segger. A moderator will guide the event. Questions from the Costco stock. He has since to undermine Measure MM. audience may be submitted on cards provided at the door. sold the stock. Transparency in government Kelly Cousins, President of PleasantonVoters.com, ob- The FPPC recently issued is critical for a functioning served, “School board members wield an enormous amount a finding that Thorne’s activ- democracy. It is the goal of of power, and make decisions on everything ranging from ities are a conflict of interest Pleasanton Citizens for Re- graduation requirements, to academic curriculum, special under the State of California sponsible Growth to make education, and the construction of new schools. I encourage sure the public is fully aware Political Reform Act. all parents of students in Pleasanton schools to get involved PCRG spokesperson of the issues related to this Matt Sullivan stated, "The project.” in the election process by getting to know the candidates who only reason the details of City Manager Nelson may ultimately be making the decisions for your children." this agreement have been Fialho has said that negotia- For more information about the event, email Pleasan- brought to light is due to a tions with Costco were the tonVoters.com State of California Public same as those that take place Records Request by Pleasan- with any large developer ton Citizens for Responsible contemplating locating in Growth. The request also Pleasanton. He pointed out GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN unearthed several emails that there nothing has been detailing the complicity and signed. The council has not in The Coveted Oaks Development cozy relationship between approved any agreement city officials, Costco, and with Costco. Any negoti- the Chamber of Commerce, ated agreement will be aired as well as city staff strate- during the public approval gies to diffuse the public process. Photo - Doug Jorgensen Livermore's annual Linda Futral Broker/Realtor ArtWalk included hands- 925.980.3561 on projects at the Bothwell John Stein for Council 509 Alden Lane, Livermore [email protected] Downtown Studio. www.lindafutral.com South Livermore Wine Country License #01257605 Pictured are Claudia Willis Your first choice for the resident’s voice. Living Has It All. Come Enjoy Your and her grandson Brady. Paid for by STEIN for COUNCIL 2016, 1230 Lakehurst Road, Livermore 94551 FPPC #1390127 Own Staycation! Totally private lot! 4 bed, 3.5 bath, 2816 sq ft, 17,582 lot October 13, 2016 • The Independent 3 STATE SENATE (continued from page one) VALEY ROUNDUP who need it to make them care, Glazer supports the for governor. One of his district to establish reserves successful. Affordable Care Act point- interests has been working to deal with updates and Dublin Wins Award He would also look at ing out that 2 million Cali- with Riki Ellison, a former maintenance. The City of Dublin was recently awarded a "Community reversing the state's limit on fornians now have health 49er, as part of his Mis- Rubay opposes the ap- Partnership Award" from the International City/County reserves that school districts care that were previously sile Defense Advocacy. He proval of spending money Management Association for its Emerald Vista development. maintain. uninsured. He adds that points out that the system to provide health care for un- Emerald Vista, a mixed-income community, was built Glazer is opposed to availability of doctors as was provided to Israel to documented immigrant chil- on land which was previously home to the low-income Measure RR, which would well as rising costs are issues create its Iron Dome. dren. He questions whether Arroyo Vista properties. After Arroyo Vista had fallen into provide funding to update that need to be addressed. In the past, he has served there is adequate money to severe disrepair, the City of Dublin, in partnership with and repair the current BART Glazer supports the re- on the Contra Costa County pay for the program and Eden Housing and KB Home, rebuilt the community into a system. He referred to it as cent legislation that insti- Fair Board and is currently asks whether it makes sense master-planned community that serves a broad cross-section a half-baked plan that does tutes stricter standards re- treasurer of the Alamo Im- for everyone. He would of the Dublin community not fully account for costs or garding emissions, as well as provement Association. like to see the guest worker future obligations. He writes increased use of renewables. Rubay said he is run- program revived as a way to on his Facebook page that He said of cap and trade, ning for the State Senate deal with undocumenteds, Land Conservation Tool he doesn't have confidence which sells credits to reduce to achieve balance at the people could come here and A new land conservation tool was signed into California in BART’s leadership and greenhouse emissions, that state level. "People become work; then return to their law last month that could bring new funding for protection management. "This current it is under legal challenge. spenders and are more pro- country of origin. of ecosystems. proposal fails to integrate His one issue relates to the gressive than you might Rubay says, "yes" to AB 2087 authorizes the State Department of Fish and the full range of costs of fact that 25% of the funding think at the state level." Proposition 51, which would Wildlife (DFW) to work with local land conservation or- bringing the system into the from a sale goes to the high Rubay classifies himself as provide money for school ganizations to channel mitigation dollars toward regional modern age. BART would speed rail project, which he a moderate conservative. construction. "Schools are biodiversity and habitat resilience priorities. An all-voluntary rather feed the voters bite opposes. As such he opposed the the number one thing. Ev- program set to start at the beginning of 2017, AB 2087 will sized chunks of needs in or- Glazer also opposes the increase in the minimum eryone would be better with create partnerships between local land conservation orga- der to avoid the sticker shock twin tunnels. He noted that wage. "I think they overdid better schools." nizations and the DFW based on agreed upon "Regional of laying out the whole fix." California has made moves it. I support a fair wage," he He said that he was Conservation Investment Strategies" that are proposed by He believes that BART to address water issues. declared. tempted to support Proposi- local agencies and approved by the DFW. should redo its plan dem- There is a water bond that He believes that climate tion 55, the extension of the Four program pilots are underway with two in the Bay onstrating frugality with all provides funding for wa- change is real and supports tax to fund schools. He does Area led by The Nature Conservancy: a bi-county pilot in costs, including salaries and ter conservation programs. increasing the use of renew- oppose it, but would con- Alameda and Contra Costa counties, and one in Santa Clara benefits. Finally, he notes, The state has instituted a ables. However, once again, sider supporting it if people County. BART has done nothing to groundwater management he thinks the state is overdo- could opt out of they don't ban transit strikes and at a plan and set high goals for ing it, but adds, "we've got want to pay the tax. Kilkare Road Construction minimum, to be in a position conservation. to start somewhere." He He opposes the gover- The Alameda County Public Works Agency began con- to keep the trains running The "by right" develop- believes that all new homes nor's push for "by right" struction activities on the Kilkare Road/Main Street inter- during a future walkout. ment would allow develop- should include solar arrays. development. "It's all about section in Sunol realignment project on Monday, October Glazer supports Propo- ers to bypass much of the Cap and trade doesn't local, local, local control." 10, 2016. sition 51, which provides approval process for build- appear to be working. He Rubay didn't think ex- During construction, the off ramp to the intersection will funding for school construc- ing new homes. Glazer is stated, "The market is tell- panding the off-road vehicle be closed from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Realignment of the tion. He opposes Proposi- opposed to the concept. He ing us that it doesn't support use into the Tesla area was intersection is expected to take 45 workdays to complete. tion 55, an extension of stated that the state played the idea." necessarily a good idea. "I The schedule is subject to change, and efforts will be made the current tax with funds a part in providing funds Rubay calls himself an don't see the greater need," to complete the project by the end of 2016. going to schools. "It breaks for affordable housing in anti-regulation person, but he stated. Detour signs will be in place, and motorists should expect the promise to the voters the past by issuing afford- agrees there have to be some To help make higher edu- delays. During hauling and excavation operations, the road that it would be temporary. able housing bonds. "The laws, just not so many. cation more affordable, he may be closed and public traffic stopped for periods of no I know the state could use governor is not willing to do He referred to the twin would bring in market forces longer than 10 minutes. After each closure, accumulated the money. Our credibility so now." The state did away tunnel proposal as a boon- and take government out. traffic will be allowed to pass through the work area before is on the line." with Redevelopment Areas, doggle. He would look at He would promote more another closure is made. He expressed strong sup- which generated funds to expanding storage, such as vocational education. For additional information, call the Construction Depart- port for a BART extension finance affordable housing. the Los Vaqueros Reservoir. He likes charter schools, ment at (510) 670-5591. to Livermore, primarily to He would support a return Desalination would be too but doesn't want to see them connect the system with the to Redevelopment under expensive for now. "blow up" the school system. ACE train. The creation of proper standards. "At the The high speed rail is op- A charter school should a joint powers authority to end of the day, it is up to lo- posed by Rubay. He thinks work within the public move that idea forward has cal governments to oversee that a lane dedicated to au- school system. been discussed, with Glazer housing, to approve or deny tomated cars would be a bet- Money is not spent well backing the concept. a project if it doesn't meet ter solution to help relieve in the health care system. Glazer has not taken a the needs of a community. congestion and move people Some people are paying position on expanding the The governor's plan would between cities. more for health insurance Carnegie Off-Road Vehicle take away local control." He supports BART to then they pay in property Park into the nearby Tesla Livermore. He opposes taxes. He would like to area. He said that he did not JOSEPH RUBAY Measure RR, the BART see health savings accounts want to become involved Joseph Rubay works as bond. "They mismanage working with businesses to during the environmental a real estate appraiser in their money. They have structure a way to set up the review period. He wants partnership with his brother. not created reserves; that's accounts. to see a specific plan to see Prior to that, he had a CPA why they need money from He said if elected, "I what areas would be used career as a controller. a bond." He stated that in can bring ideas and a good or impacted then examine His political involvement the future, he could sup- analytical mind to the job. mitigations to see if they are included working to elect port a bond if it included The less government gets reasonable. Bill Baker, as well as on provisions that require the involved, the better." When it comes to health the Pete Wilson campaign When RE/MA XTakes Your Listing, We Take It Local To Global Our Successful Agents Are Moving Sellers & Buyers Down The Street and Around The Planet Search the World: global.remax.com

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John McPartland similar store, on a 40-acre general fund." No specific but not in Dublin. Costco Wheeler stated the city The Independent recommends re-electing John commercial property on plan has been submitted or wants another store in the needs to go back to the McPartland to represent District 5 representative Johnson Drive along the approved for traffic mitiga- area. If it were to go to Dub- drawing board, and come on the BART board. east side of I-680. A "yes" tion. lin, we would have the traffic up with solutions for the vote would be a vote against According to the study, impacts and no economic Johnson Drive area that District 5 includes the cities of Pleasanton, Costco. neither option would meet benefits. create something positive Dublin, Livermore, parts of Hayward and unin- The potential for a Cost- Bay Area air quality stan- for all residents, ease traf- corporated areas of Alameda County co was part of a study initi- dards. Narum noted that the YES ON MM fic congestion and are more McPartland has spoken in favor of Measure RR, ated by the city to establish fact there are 20,000 Costco Bill Wheeler owns Black equitable financially for the which would provide the money to move BART a Johnson Drive Economic members in Pleasanton who Tie Transportation with of- City. into the 21st century. He has the experience that Development Zone (EDZ) drive to Livermore or Dan- fices within the zone. Asked He stated, "When I first will help guide BART through the upgrade and on the 40 acres, which could ville has to have an impact how Pleasanton would ben- heard about the plans for include a Costco and two on both traffic and pollution. efit if MM were approved, Costco, I immediately gath- repair of the BART system. hotels. Addressing the idea that Wheeler suggested that there ered information. The more His opponent, former Pleasanton Mayor Jen- Prior to completion other types of retail, res- are the beginnings of a solid I talked to people, the more nifer Hosterman, opposes Measure RR. of the EDZ, Citizens for taurants, and entertainment plan with two hotels forming I realized that very few knew There have been complaints regarding BART's Planned Growth circulated would be potential uses the focal point in revitalizing what was being planned. management of funds. However, it doesn't do an initiative aimed at limit- under the 50,000 sq. ft. limit, the area. He asked, "Why It appeared the City was any good to refuse to fund the needed repairs ing the size of new retail Narum said that there has not create a lifestyle center already committed to the now. People want a system where the trains run buildings to no more than been no interest expressed in near the hotels that includes EDZ plan with Costco and 50,000 square feet in the the concept. She added that unique retail, innovative was charging ahead. Where smoothly, safely and on time. area. the size limit would elimi- entertainment and interest- was the voice of Pleasanton McPartland has made a commitment to the Issues include traffic, air nate such uses as Safeway ing restaurants? This would residents and businesses in people of Livermore to stay in this job until BART pollution, jobs, economic and Target. It closes the door create a gateway that truly this process?" expands to Livermore. Whenever the topic of the impacts, and financing of on a wide range of stores, not distinguishes Pleasanton in "I don’t want Costco expansion arises or other local transportation is- transportation infrastruc- just club retail. the region." because of the traffic. I sues, he is in attendance to support bringing BART ture. A report was issued She added that the eco- He added the plus side felt even more strongly that in August analyzing the nomic study found that would be less traffic, less everyone should have a say to Livermore and beyond to connect with ACE. impacts of both the Initia- the initiative would have a pollution and less com- in whether it was going to As mayor, Hosterman appointed herself to many tive and Costco. greater impact on existing mitment of City funds for be built on Johnson Drive." regional boards, but neglected to go to meetings The Independent inter- businesses, because it would infrastructure costs. He pointed out that he was on a regular basis to represent the citizens of viewed initiative sponsor attract businesses similar to Pleasanton has an aver- continually told when rais- Pleasanton. Bill Wheeler, addressed those already in existence. age household income of ing the issue that ‘it was too McPartland is aware that people do not want to the "yes" on MM view; Rather than drive to existing over $155,000, an unem- early in the process’ or ‘we see another strike. He has said that he will deal with and Councilmember Kathy businesses, people living ployment rate of 3.6%, and a will have hearing when the Narum, who represented near the EDZ would shop projected population growth time is right.’ Meanwhile, unions on a personal level in an effort to avoid the the "no" on MM viewpoint. there. She continued, "The of 8 percent over the next 5 the planners were crafting conflicts that have occurred in the past resulting 20,000 Costco members in years. Combine all this with the plan and the Chamber in work stoppages. NO ON MM Pleasanton shopping else- a piece of property having was announcing it as a done We recommend a vote for John McPartland this Kathy Narum pointed where would shop in Pleas- high visibility along a major deal. "So my only alternative November. out in order to avoide piece- anton. In addition, Costco interstate, and you have a was to do the Initiative and meal development that the would draw from a larger retail executive’s dream. He let the questions and oppos- city began the process of area. Both Livermore and asked, "Why would anybody ing viewpoints come out of creating the EDZ in 2014 Danville have Costco's. Both think we couldn’t get others the closet." when the Clorox site was downtowns are doing great." interested in this property Wheeler added that this sold. This site offers prime The study estimated if Costco were out of the is a project that will affect ELECTION 2016 freeway visibility. It was Costco would result in a loss picture?" West Pleasanton, which is anticipated that a total plan of $1.3 million in food and Wheeler pointed out that already under considerable NEUTRAL ON MM were produced by Tri-Valley would encourage economic beverage income to existing the city’s usual approach to stress and will be under At the Alameda County TV. They are currently airing investment. Once Measure businesses; if Measure MM new development is “Pay As on Comcast Channels 28, 29 more from the additional Democratic Party meeting, the MM qualified for the bal- passed $5.7 million would You Go,” with the retail, of- 4,000 vehicles on Stoneridge committee voted to rescind its and 30, AT&T U-Verse via Channel 99 and streaming lot, all work on the EDZ be lost in sales at build-out fices, hotels and other busi- from the Workday expansion prior endorsement of "No on stopped, she stated. across all retail. Building nesses benefitting from the MM." This required a 2/3 vote live at tv30.org and will repeat and the massive influx of of all members present and up to Election Day, Tuesday, The city council asked Costco in Pleasanton would traffic improvements paying regional traffic for the new voting. The vote to rescind November 8th. In addition the for an analysis of the im- shift dollars from Livermore 100% of the costs. Costco is IKEA at Hacienda Cross- was 21 to 8, with 2 not voting. specials are available to watch pacts the EDZ would have and Danville to Pleasanton, proposing that the City take ings in Dublin. Because of All meetings of the Alameda anytime via video on demand versus those that would be said Narum. out a loan from them to pay the continuing development County Democratic Central on the station’s website at permitted if the initiative Narum said that she has for the infrastructure, and along 680 and 580, it is Committee are open to the www.tv30.org were approved. The report heard from people they pay back the loan by reduc- about to become part of a public and are held monthly was issued in August. The would consider Costco to ing the amount of sales tax regional problem. at the San Leandro Public EARLY VOTING developer, Nearon Enter- be an amenity, because they that Costco remits each year. The City's study was so Library. Early Voting for the No- prises, paid the consultant, could shop locally while "If Costco ends up paying favorable to our position, By rescinding its endorse- vember 8, 2016 General Elec- but saw the study at the their children are at other little or no mitigation fees it was not necessary to hire ment of the "No on MM," the tion will be available at the same time as the council. activities. It would be easier for the traffic it produces, further consultants. They es- Alameda County Democratic Alameda County Registrar While the study found more than driving to Livermore. and simply provides a loan sentially concluded that with Party is staying neutral. of Voters’ office 8:30 A.M. jobs would be provided She stated that the city to the city, they are effec- MM in effect, there would to 5:00 P.M., Monday through under the initiative, Narum has received no application tively not paying anything be less traffic, less pollution, FIREFIGHTERS Friday. pointed out that employees from Costco. There had and making money off in- 500 more jobs, comparable The Livermore-Pleasanton The Vote-By-Mail period have impacts on utilities, been discussions, as take terest payments. As a result, for this election is from Mon- sales tax, and would not Firefighters announced en- city services and housing. place when any developer is the City would pay using include subsidies or loans. dorsements for Livermore day, October 10, 2016 through Tuesday, November 1, 2016. "Costco is known to pay a considering a major invest- reserve funds and borrowing He added, "Many people mayor and city council. living wage with benefits. ment in the city. Once an against future income." They have endorsed John Voters may request a who are pro-Costco because Marchand for mayor and Stu Vote-By-Mail ballot at any I'm not sure the types of application were received, He contends that plan- of the sales tax should find it Gary and Laureen Turner for time from Monday, October businesses the initiative staff would come up with ners created the “Johnson interesting that the Costco's city council. 10, 2016 through Tuesday, would create would do a recommendation, public Drive Economic Develop- net sales tax may be less than Peter Richert, president, November 1, 2016, for the so. Retail and restaurant hearings would take place. ment Zone” specifically to the Initiative’s diversified re- noted, "The Livermore-Ple- November 8, 2016 General uses tend to pay minimum The city council would allow Costco to build. The tail after the debt service and santon Firefighters are en- Election by one of the fol- wage." evaluate the application and hotels were already an ap- subsidies. In addition, when dorsing candidates who have lowing ways: completing Narum noted that traffic make sure it makes sense. If proved use. The existing weighing the effects on lo- a plan to keep Livermore the application on the back impacts from Costco were it were not a benefit to the businesses will be grandfa- cal businesses this analysis a strong community and a of their Voter Information seen as higher in the study. city, it won't happen, Narum thered in. So all this work didn’t take into account the great place to live. We be- Pamphlet, sending an email, However, she explained declared. and expense is specifically effects of Costco’s huge vol- lieve strong public safety and sending a written request via that what is important are She stated that sales taxes for one retailer. ume buying on competitive city services are essential to fax to (510) 272-6982, by mail the traffic impacts at peak make up a quarter of the gen- He said the city is taking pricing levels, or Costco’s that plan. These candidates to the Registrar of Voters’ of- AM and PM times. Looking eral fund. The city is wise the easy way out with the impact on the available labor understand that public safety fice, or calling the Registrar at those time periods, Cost- to look at big tax genera- first proposal brought for- pool for small businesses." isn't just another line item in of Voters at (510) 272-6973 co would result in fewer tors. The freeway visibility ward. "All they dream about The total picture about the city budget." to request for a ballot to be trips than the initiative. makes sense for such uses. are unrealistically large sales mailed. Voters may also com- how much Costco will bring Narum said that both the In the end, the taxes provide tax revenues. As a result, in annual sales tax revenue LABOR plete the online Vote-By-Mail application at www.acgov. initiative and EDZ produce funds for other things, such the city produced a less- has been distorted by the The largest labor organi- unavoidable traffic impacts as an expanded library and than-ideal plan where the zation in the East Bay, the org/rov/votebymail.htm. All plan for a loan and subsidies. Alameda Labor Council, Vote-By-Mail ballot requests and require the same miti- a completed Bernal Park. negative impacts of traffic Property taxes would be AFL-CIO composed of 125 must be received no later than gations. Traffic impact fees "It has been estimated that and pollution are 'significant the same, because they are affiliated unions, representing Tuesday, November 1, 2016, have been collected from the city would net $600,000 and unavoidable,' and then assessed on square footage, over 100,000 union members by 5:00 P.M. other development in the a year from Costco. That is compounded the problem by which would be comparable. has endorsed for the Novem- Only the registered voter ber 2016 General Election. may apply for a Vote-By-Mail State Senate No Recom- ballot. An application for a mendation: 7th State Senate Vote-By-Mail ballot that is MORATORIUM (continued from page one) District made by any person other than like to see new council- the registered voter is a crimi- State Assembly: Cheryl be approved prior to the first tor of Governmental Affairs moratorium on residential members lead the vision, Cook-Kallio: 16th Assembly nal offense. The Alameda – East Bay Building Industry construction in all of down- County Registrar of Voters’ check-in. The council can- ones who would listen to District not approve more units than Association. Sblendorio town." the community every day, Special Districts: John office is located at 1225 Fallon stated that more housing is He asked, "Why did McPartland BART Board Street, Room G-1, Oakland. 1400 without a vote of the not just before an election. council to raise the allowed needed, calling the morato- Council members Stu Gary They urged the council to Director Ward #5 For more information, rium a blunt instrument. He and Laureen Turner, along Dublin: David Haubert, go to acvote.org or call the DSP units. Zoning ranges create a very public process Registrar of Voters at (510) from 18 to 20 units per acre supported a public process to with the mayor, vote down to review and update the Mayor; City Council Do- update the DSP to determine on August 8th the motion reen Wehrenberg and Melissa 272-6973. up to 50 units per acre. current DSP. Hernandez-Strah During the public hear- the number of housing units provided by Councilmem- COUNCIL CHAMBERS Alameda County Ballot DONALD TRUMP ing, people on both sides of and their location in the bers Steve Spedowfski and Jean King, speaking dur- Measures: Measure A1 Al- Assemblywoman Catha- a moratorium addressed the downtown. Bob Woerner to reduce the ing the public forum, noted ameda County Affordable rine Baker (R-San Ramon) council. Vorderbrueggen said a proposed 260 units by half that the Planning Commis- Housing Bond, YES issued the following statement Jacob Schroeder told the moratorium is intended for or more? The surprise is that sion had approved plans for Local Ballot Measures: regarding recent statements council that the city is not use in an emergency. "I this question that has been a new council chambers at Measure I1 Pleasanton USD by Donald Trump. building housing for people don't see a threat to the com- before you for months has the old library site on Pacific Bond, YES "I took a stand early and his age. If the younger gen- munity. There is a crisis in now turned into an 'urgent' Avenue. The vote included publicly not to support Donald eration can't find housing housing." She too urged the issue the day the ballots demolishing the old library. CANDIDATES ON TV Trump, and it lost me support- that is affordable, they will council to update the DSP. are mailed out for the City She noted that it was TV30 is giving voters ers. The most recent revela- Those who supported the Council election." referred to as the new civic tions of his taped statements have to move and commute. an opportunity to see the There is not enough housing moratorium also wanted to Dunlop and others point- center meeting hall on the candidates exclusively and about women re-affirm my start a public process to up- ed out that the moratorium stance not to vote for Trump. for those who work in Liver- agenda, not a council cham- hear what they have to say more, he stated in speaking date the DSP. Many pointed would have little impact on bers. In addition, artwork about the issues facing the As a mother and a woman I out that the council had put the Lucky site development Tri-Valley. Races covered find his statements disgusting. against the moratorium. for the new chamber was Also speaking against itself in the current position because the council had approved by the Commis- include candidates running A person has to be able to look by moving forward with the already voted to place the in Dublin, Livermore, and their children in the eye when the moratorium were Sblend sion for the Arts at a recent they say who they are voting Sblendorio, representing Lennar proposal to develop Lennar project on hold for meeting, before the council Pleasanton. The nine separate the 8-acre Old Lucky site 4 to 5 months to conduct non-partisan Election Specials for. I know I can." Innovation Tri-Valley, and had voted to move forward Lisa Vorderbrueggen, Direc- without first updating the further studies regarding with the project. plan. They also commented traffic and parking. He King said that calling it a that they believed the move added that the Community meeting hall made it difficult to stop development was Group concern has always for people to understand MAILBOX political, coming just before been "putting a mass of (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) what the agenda item was Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala Due to the heavy volume an election. housing on the very site that talking about. She asked that Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) Bill Dunlop, Chair of the many think should become a Editor: Janet Armantrout of election news stories, there be more transparency Community Group, said, green Town Square. Putting The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., publication of letters has with the project. Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional "For almost a year now, we some development around She and others have asked entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998.T he Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. been delayed until next have been urging you to the Town Square was not the com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, week. that the $5 million allocated 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. reconsider and further study issue. Our group, certainly, to the council chambers in what was to be done with has never opposed it." Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 Note: League of Women the capital budget should during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. only 8 acres in downtown. Speakers who said they instead be spent to improve Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. Voters Recommendations It seems a little odd that now were in favor of a morato- www.independentnews.com the downtown project on the can be found in Section A. you are requiring an urgent rium, added that they would Lucky site. October 13, 2016 • The Independent 5 ENERGY (continued from page one) Paid Political Ad more city councils heard Mayor Jerry Thorne stat- plants in the county. review the CCA proposal. reports from the county ed that the JPA voting is a Pentin pointed out that He wondered if Spedowfski regarding potential impacts big issue. Three cities can an estimated 25 CCAs are would be willing to head and benefits. put into action the weighted coming on line in California. the group. Pleasanton hired a con- scenario. He asked if there would be Spedowfski said that he sultant to analyze the coun- Councilmember Kathy enough renewable energy agreed to the proposal. ty's findings. Narum stated that the weath- and would the competition DOG PARK NAME Consultant Tom Kelly er is different in the Tri-Val- increase the price. The Pleasanton council explained that customers ley, generating more use of Jensen explained that rejected staff's recommen- would see little change in air conditioning. Therefore, dation to name the new dog there are tax incentives in STOP the pro-growth agenda of excessive service. The CCA would the Tri-Valley homes and park on the Bernal property deliver the power to the grid; place now to build power businesses are likely to be the Bernal Bark Park. development that is rapidly changing PG&E would deliver the plants. Everyone is trying larger users of power. She to take advantage of the tax Mayor Thorne called the the small-town character of Pleasanton. power to homes and busi- suggested too cutesy. He felt that should be taken into credit to build projects now. nesses and would also take added that neighbors of the I will stand up for residents, not developments, consideration in determining He added that the amount care of the billing. park were concerned about I will take a more thoughtful approach to growth He noted that greenhous- the voting policy. of money involved in sell- barking dogs, so using that in Pleasanton- one that considers impacts on es gases associated with Thorne pointed out that ing electricity is immense. in the name probably isn't a power are lower when using PG&E has said it can pro- Banks and power providers good idea. our schools, traffic, water, and quality of life! vide the same level of re- are lining up. renewables. In analyzing The council settled on We do have a choice to Slow Down options, in every case, the newables. Councilmembers Arne naming the park after the and return to responsible planning. study found that the CCA Kelly said that PG&E Olson suggested that it city's first police dog. The should be able to deliver must meet the same Cali- would be better to have a dedication of Cubby's Dog Vote Julie Testa For A Slow-Growth Mayor electricity at a lower cost fornia law as the CCA. The business plan in place, to Park at Bernal will be sched- than PG&E. law requires that 33% of know the level of participa- uled and include recognition JulieTesta.com tion and cost before moving Jobs would be created in the energy must come from of those who suggested us- Paid for by Julie Testa for Mayor FPPC ID#1390608 several ways. One would be renewable sources. forward so cities could make ing Cubby's name. through economic benefits, Councilmember Jerry an informed decision on companies paying lower Pentin pointed out that the whether or not to participate. rates for electricity would plan calls for building sourc- Jensen said the next stud- ies would involve such is- Paid political advertisement have more money to add em- es of energy close to or in ployees. In addition, people sues. the county. "We are reducing Livermore Councilmem- BOB BOB would have more more mon- generation of wind power in ey to spend helping to boost ber Steve Spedowfski com- the Altamont. Would there the economy. Second, there mented that he was looking CARLING &COOMBER would be workers needed to be enough land to add large forward to more informa- build energy projects gener- solar power plants?" tion. "I am encouraged by FOR CITY COUNCIL ated by the program. Bruce Jensen, Alameda progress made." A business plan would County Community De- Councilmember Stewart be developed over the next velopment, said there are Gary suggested exploring eight months. an estimated 6000 acres of creating a small study group Several issues remain to brownfield sites that could comprised of those with be resolved, according to accommodate large power technical backgrounds to Kelly. One is the require- ment of an exit fee that would be paid to PG&E by users joining the CCA. Paid Politcial Ad The other is the two tiered voting policy of the JPA. Tier one would grant The Town Square Adovcate one vote to each member agency. Tier two, a voting share option, could be trig- TWO FOR LIVERMORE gered by a majority of the g Protect Urban Growth Boundary membershp. In a weighted voting scenario, Hayward, g Oppose 260 downtown housing units up to 5-stories Oakland and Fremont would constitute 51% of the vote. g Reduce traffi c and parking congestion They could trigger the vot- ing share on any issue then have the majority to approve Paid for by Friends of Livermore Committee, 1141 Catalina Drive #263, Livermore, CA 94550. an item, which has generated Moore4LivermoreCouncil.com Not authorized by a candidate or a committee controlled by a candidate. FPPC # 1300683. a big city small city divide. Paid for by Moore For Livermore City Council 2016 ID#1390321

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Fusion U12 player Rodrigo Salazar goes airborne for a beautiful header. Pictured are Fusion U13 girls (bottom row) Stephanie O’Shaughnessey. Middle row left to right – Giana Pietro, Kyra Nishimoto, Katie Fenner, Cassidy Castro; (top row) Top row left to right – Bella Finch, Maci McCormick, Bella Lopez, Avery Bingham, Gabi Fields, Jordan Knight, Olivia Hardesty, Gianna Ceccanti, Laney Lawrence, and Coach Mary Whisler; not pictured - Harris Baxter and Carly Chance.

Photo - Doug Jorgensen The Granada High School varsity football lost a conference game with California High 38 to 20.

Foothill High School boys' varsity water polo lost 14-8 to non-league competitor Washington High School of Fremont on Wednesday evening and 17-4 to league leader San Ramon Valley High School on Thursday evening. FHS was missing one of its top players in Aaron Li, due to injury. SRVHS, a The Livermore Junior Football League Advanced Colts dominant EBAL team, controlled FHS's best efforts most of the game. Standing out in the SRVHS game was Fabio Salvioni running back Carter March (34) dodges an aggressive on defense with 7 steals, one caused turnover, and one drawn Chargers defender as he runs in for a touchdown. offensive. Harrison Carter had 7 saves in goal. Scoring for FHS West Coast Krush 05 Girls team for a 22-0 lead. Two point conversion were Matthew Dotson (2), Nathan Williams (1), and Brendan returned to league play this past week- pass to A. Hofmann was successful. Cassidy (1), with his first varsity goal. Williams was the end against two strong teams. Another fumble recovery had the Colts Against Alliance FC Shooting Stars take over on the Chargers 4, which was workhorse for FHS against Washington, drawing 8 exclusions, 05G, Alliance was the first to score converted into a TD, with another pass while scoring 2 goals with 2 assists. Salvioni also scored 3 with one-minute left in the first half. to A. Hofmann. Two point pass conver- goals, while earning 2 steals and causing 4 turnovers. Also Midway through the 2nd half Makenna sion to J. McMahan was successful. Galvan passed to Ciella Seals, who The game was put away in the 4th as Daisy Tompkins (3rd from left) being congratulated by scoring were Dylan Pottgieser (2) and Matthew Kim (1). fired in a goal. Alliance countered a the Colts recovered another fumble at minute later with a second goal. Several the Chargers 3 scoring again to improve West Coast Krush teammates Makenna Galvan, Hailey their record to 4-0 with a 37-0 win. sion's defense and midfielders used minutes later, Krush's Daisy Tompkins Garvin and Ciella Seals (from left) on a corner-kick goal. Pleasanton Seahawks took a corner kick that deflected off LJFL Junior Falcons 36, Raiders superior passing and communications 6: The Falcons' right guard Kooper The Pleasanton Seahawks swam at to thwart the Spurs' offense. U15 player the Alliance goalie at the top of goal, the ‘2016 Pacific Swimming C/B/BB+’ landing inside the net. The game ended Salvador opted for ball to start the loss on second down, cornerback Vil- Annette Rizzo filled in beautifully in game. He and his fellow offensive line meet on October 1-2/2016. The meet the midfield. Keeper Heidi Spaulding in a 2-2 tie. liam Nowicki's tackle on third down CYO Cross Country was hosted be the Orinda Aquatics and Sunday saw Krush facing off of Michael Remley, Jake Frazzitta, produced another loss. The Falcons' The St. Michael CYO cross coun- made two fantastic saves in the 30th and Dyllan Son, and Blake Bourne then was held at Campolindo high school in 35th minutes to preserve the shutout. against Impact 05 G Black. Midway offense went on a 6 play scoring drive, try team continued the season with a Moraga. Representing the Pleasanton through the first half, Kimmie Keller set the tone opening holes for big runs including runs by Sean Evans Jr. and strong performance at their second meet Livermore Fusion U13 Girl’s by backs Sean Evans Jr. and Trenton Seahawks: Maroon Team hosted the Fusion intercepted and scored. After Krush's a touchdown run by quarterback Kyle Sept. 30 at Oak Hill Park in Danville. In Brooke Bennett age 8 with 4 new missed attempt, Katelyn Cainey an- Pearce. The 6 play drive culminated in a Gillman. The Raiders battled their way the half mile race for grades K-2, L.J. Adidas Showcase Tournament over the Kyle Gillman touchdown pass to Tren- person best times, Lillyana Caples (8) weekend of September 24 and 25th , and ticipated the Impact goalie’s short goal back into the game putting together a Parra was first and Nolan Gray was fifth 6BT, Claudia Do (8) 2BT, Francesca Lin kick, taking the ball and sending it into ton Pearce. The Raiders mounted their 6 play drive that featured key runs by for the boys, while Taylor Conover was took home the championship trophy. own eight play drive, which included a (7) 1BT, Serena Trifiletti (8), Sabrina The team enjoyed a stellar weekend the net, for a 2-0 Krush lead. On a defen- back Vincent Gomez and a touchdown 6th and Lucy Schallenberg was 8th for Tsai (8) 5BT, Madison Wainwright sive counter play by Krush, Tompkins key fourth-and-one conversion to keep run by back Zyston Bright. The Falcons the girls. The 3-5 grade girls took first with shutout wins over Santa Clara the drive alive. Ultimately the Falcons (7), Casey Nguyen (8), Christopher Sporting and Impact, and a nail-biting passed the ball to Keller, who crossed bounced back with a quick touchdown as a team led by Jana Barron (3rd), Wang (7) 5BT, Paige Bennett (10) 2BT, to Seals who scored Krush’s third and defense stopped them near midfield. drive on a long run by back Sean Evans Evelyn Ruckmann-Barnes (7th), and tie with MVLA Barcelona which pro- The Falcons drove to the Raiders’ 5 yard Kaitlin Lee (10) 6BT, Emmy Loftus (9) pelled them into the finals. Livermore final goal for the 3 to 0 shutout win. Jr. Another defensive stop by the Fal- Ella Colton (9th). Also running well 2BT, Erin Pan (10) 3BT, Jacqueline line before being stopped by a tough cons, highlighted by a combined tackle were Mikaela Beeler, Kate Walker, won the title with its third shutout in four Raiders' defensive stand. The Raiders Phan (9) 1BT, Brooke Sanders (9) games, defeating Walnut Creek. It was for loss by nose guards Valentino Torres Cedalia Pereira, Susie Beamon, Hannah 1BT, Jessica Tai (9) 3 BT, Emma Wang started their next drive with their backs and Kaden Mock gave the Falcons the Peterson, Rebecca Dean, and Camille an all-out effort by every single player. Livermore Jr. Football to their own goal line. A first down (10) 2BT, Chloe Xu (10) 1BT, Ashwin Fusion U10 Lightning: On Sun- Livermore Junior Football League ball one last time. Falcons' back Sean Steele. In the grades 3-5 boys race, Anugraham (9) 3BT, Aryaa Bhatia (9) 1 QB keeper netted 22 yards. The tough Evans Jr. scored his second touchdown St. Michael was paced by Holden day, October 9, the formidable San results: Falcons' defense stopped them on the BT, Devyn Caples (10) 7 BT, Anthony Ramon Red visited Kellman Park to of the game, taking the ball 40 yards. Hoffman (2nd), Zach Lininger (6th), Chen (10) 2BT, Connor Chen (10) 5BT, LJFL Seniors Cowboys 16, Steel- next four plays, including a tackle for take on Fusion's U10 Girls Livermore ers 12: The Steelers struck first on Sat- SCORES: LJFL Seniors Packers Adrian Gomez (7th), and Andre Pascal Nabil Danandeh (10) 3 BT, Ayan Goel loss by Elias Ferran on fourth down. 22, Patriots 20; LJFL Seniors Cow- (9th). In the grades 6-8 girls race, St. Lightning. Fusion came away with a urday, when Cooper Meyer recovered The Falcons' offense scored a touch- (10) 4BT, Aayush Gupta (10) 3BT, convincing 8 to 2 win. Aubrey Bessolo, boys 16, Steelers 12; LJFL Advanced Michael took 4th on the runs of Viviana Andrew Kanarsky (10) 2BT, Tyler Ly a fumble and took it to the house. The down on the first play after getting the Kaitlyn Sousa, and Gabby Tabaracci Cowboys were able to deny the 2-point Colts: 37, Chargers 0; LJFL Advanced Valenton (5th), Nina Fillari (15th), (9) 3BT, Arnav Murarka (10), ball back on a 45 yard TD pass from Panthers 39, 49ers 6; LJFL Advanced and Anna Gdowski (26th), while the scored for Fusion while Gabby Sisto, conversion, which proved to be crucial Trenton Pearce to Kyle Gillman. The Raghav Vats (9) 5BT, Dominick Marin Lnenicka, Lauryn Meier, and Broncos 13, Ravens 12; LJFL Junior 6-8 grade boys were narrowly edged Wonosaputra (10) 6BT, Ashlyn Anburaj in this defensive slugfest of a game. The Raiders started the second half with the into fourth on a tie-breaker with Justin Jade Selway led a solid defensive effort. Cowboys' offense struck back quickly ball but the Falcons defense came out Falcons 36, Raiders 6 (12) 4BT, Faith Carroll (11) 1BT, Chloe Fusion U12 Boys Maroon, Peterson (5th), Ryken Mak (9th), and Chen (12) 4BT, Zoe Chu (11) 5BT, when Shaun Smith found Zak Gooby fired up. Tackle Elias Ferran and end Roland Ruckmann-Barnes (20th) lead- coached by former US Men's National in the end zone with a nice TD pass. Gabriel Contreras combined for a sack, Camille Demange (12) 5BT, Adora Do Soccer Team captain Kyle Davies, ing the team. (11), Jillian Fu (11) 1BT, Aria Harris Kyle Sands ran in the conversion to put end Gavin Graham's tackle produced a had an action-packed and successful the Cowboys up 8-6. Dylan McDonald (11) 6BT, Breuklynn Harris (11) 7BT, weekend of October 8-9. Lauren Jhong (12) 1BT, Cynthia Li (11) was next to find pay dirt for the Steelers, On Saturday, October 8, the team running for a TD just before the half, 4BT, Florence Rui Lin (11) 4BT, Syd- traveled to Walnut Creek to take on the ney Lu (12) 5BT, Jaimie Nguyen (11) making it 12-8. These two defenses top U12 Norcal Fall Premier division were not giving up much. Dominic Bel- 2BT, Jasmine Phan (11) 3BT, Vivian team. The Fusion offense came out Sun (12) 2BT, Christina Tsai (11) 2BT, loumini and Michael Anolin stood out strong, with Rodrigo Salazar staking on the Steelers, while Aiden Montalvo, Emily Tsai (12) 5BT, Dahlia Versteeg the boys to a 1-0 lead with an early (11) 6BT, Mica Wang (12) 2BT, Joanna Daniel Owen, and Kyle Sands led the goal. In the second half, Tanner Breesch Cowboys. It became clear that if the Zhu (11) 3BT, Richard Bai (11) 2BT, and Marcos Valdez scored back-to-back Aaron Caparaz (12) 3BT, Jai Channon Cowboys were to retake the lead, it to give Fusion a 3-1 lead. Both teams would be the defense who would get it (12) 2BT, Michael L Chen (12) 4BT, played aggressively, but Fusion’s Akshay Gupta (12) 4BT, Joey Huang done. Aiden Montalvo forced a fumble powerhouse offense was too much for in the 4th quarter recovered by Kyle (12) 5BT, Justin Im (11) 4BT, Tom Li WC to handle. (12) 3BT, Brycen Martin (11) 4BT, Sands who ran the ball all the way for On Sunday, October 9, the team a TD. Kyle followed up with a 2-point Alexander Quach (11) 6 BT, Karen faced off against the Montclair Clippers Saini (12) 1BT, Jaden Siu (12), Eric conversion to make the score 16-12, in their 3rd round state cup game. De- Cowboys. The Steelers had a chance Tandean (11) 6 BT, Conan Wang (12) fender Parker Warner assisted Tanner 1BT,Ethan Wang (11) 8 BT, Samuel to win, but the Cowboys defense kept Breesch on a beautiful goal. Breesch up the phenomenal effort, and secured Wang (11) 4BT, Kevin Yuan (11) 4BT, found the back of the net again to put Jolenny Canela (13) 2BT, Emily Chen the victory for the Cowboys. Fusion up 2-0. The defense and offense LJFL Advanced Colts 37, Char- (14), Jocelyn Martin (13) 3BT, Kylie worked cohesively, passing and con- Peters (14) 2BT, Joya Siu (13) 2BT, gers 0: The 1st quarter had Colts flex- trolling the ball throughout the game. ing their offensive muscles as Carter Adrianna Trifiletti (13) 1 BT, Josh Atre Defenders Marco Wilde, Dominic (13) 1BT, Hayden Chen (14) 3BT, Eric March and Royal Jones ran the ball Galo, AJ Hattaway, Parker Warner, and with a focus. With the help of the line Dong (14) 3BT, Ryan Fortani (13) 5BT, keeper Andrew McKeever established Jason Fu (14) 1BT, Kacper Kardasz(14) of Tanner Parker, Chase Parker, Liam a "brick wall" defense that was pivotal Muir, Daniel Waxman, and Justin Tor- 6BT, Andrew Li (14) 1BT, Adity Mehta in securing both wins. (14) 1BT, Gregory Quach (13) 7BT, res, R. Jones was able to get into the Jeans Nicholas Quach (14), Divjot Toor (13) end zone. Two point conversion pass 2BT, Justin Tsai (14) 1BT, Madhav Vats was completed by Julian McMahan. West Coast Soccer The Colts then flexed their defensive (14) 6BT, Andrew Wang (13) 2BT, Er- West Coast Warriors U15 NPL nest Wang (13) 7BT, Samuel Wolf (13) muscles, stuffing the Chargers’ running girls defeated Palo Alto FC NPL 1-0. back for a loss and causing a fumble re- 1BT, Bolyn Yun (14), Nathan Caparaz West Coast got solid defense from (16), Aaron Lee (15), Alexander Luo covered by D. Waxman. The Colts took Jordan Brown, Leila Ganz, Nancy advantage of the turnover and scored Jewels (15) 2BT and Eric Wu age 15 with 1 new best time. Padilla, Malia Yancey, Lindsay Plant, early in the 2nd quarter on a pass from and Arianna Moore. Midfielders Locklan Hewlett to Andrew Hofmann. Isabella Mello, Mia Mendoza, Maddie The Colts' defense remained relentless. Sullivan, Caitlin Carlson & Caitlin Notable defensive stops included plays Livermore Fusion Garrison played well. The offensive by Christian Gomez and Tyler Leonis - Fusion 01 Black U16 Girls shutout line of Maddy Allum, Mikayla Lohman that resulted in lost yardage. The game the All Stars United Spurs, 2-0. Fusion & Heather Tarabini put pressure on the was ripped wide open in the 3rd quarter struck early, with Francesca Hyde Palo Alto Gk. Heather Tarabini final as the Colts' defense continued its scoring on a cross from Myah Bullis relentless attack, led by Payden Ihring in the 6th minute. Noelle Rizzo added broke the draw with a nice ripple shot who helped stop the Chargers' running a goal in the 62nd minute on a perfectly into the net. Victoria Morfin sealed the game. After a fumble recovery by Ryan placed pass from Alyssa George. Fu- win with a solid shutout performance. Bond, Colts' C. March ran it in for a TD Friday, November 4th

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SHARE YOUR TALENTS – GET INVOLVED Hosted Bar IN YOUR COMMUNITY! Dinner The City of Livermore invites applications for appointment to the following Advisory Bodies: Commission for the Arts - encourages and facilitates cultural programs that Dancing enrich the community, and promotes Livermore as a vibrant and stimulating environment for artists and audiences, young and old, to experience the performing, visual, and literary arts. Games Next meeting: October 25, 2016, 4:30 pm Civic Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue Auctions Human Services Commission - provides a forum for the discussion of community social needs, monitors the expenditure of Housing and Human Services funds, assists local agencies in procuring grants, and submits an annual report to City Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery Council on the status of social conditions and progress toward achieving solutions to the community’s human needs. benefitting Tri-Valley Conservancy’s Next meeting: November 8, 2016, 7:00 pm Multi-Service Center conference room, 3311 Pacific Avenue land protection programs.

Livermore Area Youth Advisory Commission - Adult opening - brings together the youths and adults, and private and public sectors of the community to address presenting sponsor responsibility for the care, health, safety, welfare and education of Livermore’s young people. The Commission consists of 15 youths (ages 12-20) and three Beets Hospitality Group adults, and creates a forum for ideas and interests that are communicated to City Council. Next meeting: November 7, 2016, 7:00 pm Robert Livermore Community Center, Elbow Room, 4444 East Avenue

Livermore Housing Authority - administers and oversees the 125 low-income housing units at Leahy Square as well as the Section Eight Certificate Program and the Voucher Program for subsidized housing. Reserve Your Tickets Today Next meeting: November 9, 2016, 5:30 pm, 3203 Leahy Way For more information or to apply, please visit www.cityoflivermore.net/AB. Applications are due to the City Clerk’s office by 5:00 pm on November 18, 2016. TriValleyConservancy.org (925) 449-8706 Must attend at least one meeting of the advisory body applying for before submitting an application and must reside within the Livermore city limits. October 13, 2016 • The Independent 7 8 The Independent • October 13, 2016 ASSEMBLY (continued from page one) Dublin Candidate Joins electorate. financing. I am willing to be Proposition 52, which uses be enough mitigation to deal The interviews appear in at the table to help BART to State Fees on Hospitals to with damage. "Once the land Drive Against IKEA Plan alphabetical order. make that happen." attract Federal Medi-Cal is damaged, there is no way Baker strongly opposes "Matching Funds. The funds to bring it back." Arun Goel has become the first Dublin City Council CATHARINE BAKER "by right" development, would be helpful in achiev- In discussing the "by candidate to sign an on-line petition opposing the 327,000 Catherine Baker, a Dub- calling it the greatest viola- ing additional funding for right" development pro- square-foot IKEA store planned for the corner of Hacienda lin resident, is seeking her tion of local control. "We health care. posal by the governor, Cook- Drive and Martinelli Way. second term in the State should make decisions and Transportation issues Kallio pointed to a need Tom Cignarella, leader of the petition drive aimed at Assembly. be held accountable for would be an area of inter- for a jobs-housing balance. stopping the big-box store, said that he has offered all City She said she believes she those decisions at a local est for Cook-Kallio. She "We are inter-related. There Council candidates and incumbents that if they pledged a is proving that bipartisan- level," she declared. would work to get as much needs to be over-arching “no” vote on IKEA, he would be “happy to post it on the ship really works. Accused of failing to money as possible from rules to make sure everyone petition site." During her term she talks control guns, Baker pointed the federal government for follows the same rules. Lo- The City Council in May approved a procedural move to about her achievements in out that she has voted for 10 projects such as the BART cal control is important." allow IKEA to conduct a supplemental EIR on the 27-acre three key policy areas. or 12 gun control measures, extension and Highway 84 She added, "The California site, which also includes smaller parcels for a restaurant and "I am proud of my work which resulted in an "F" improvements. economy is good, therefore retail spaces, and possibly a hotel. in education. For the first grade from the NRA. When it comes to extend- people want to live here. The vote was 3-1, with Coucilmember Kevin Hart absent. time we will have child When it comes to off- ing BART to Livermore, We need housing. How- Vice Mayor Abe Gupta cast the "no" vote. He said that if abuse prevention rules in road vehicle expansion into Cook-Kallio stated, "We ever, by right is a draconian approved, there would be a huge blue and yellow big box schools." She helped to the Tesla area, she said that need to figure out how to measure." store with a huge sign on it, in the manner of other IKEA author a bill that provides she has been studying the work together to lessen traf- Marijuana will likely stores. Gupta said that, that in the past, once the first step is more resources for veterans issue. She wants to let the fic. Extending BART would be legalized. Regulating it to transition to civilian life. current process finish. approved, it has been hard for the council to pull back from benefit surrounding areas." would be good, said Cook- a proposal. She pointed out that many She calls cap and trade She noted that there is finite Kallio. She is in favor of me- are being implemented at essential in meeting the amount of money available dicinal marijuana. "I would Other councilmembers have disputed that perception. Las Positas College. goals for emission reduc- for transportation projects. like to know more about Staff pointed out that starting the process does not confer Baker added, "I reached tions. She said of Measure RR, what research says about any rights that affect how it will finish. across the aisle to deal with Work on the high speed the BART bond, that she its use." the imbalance of California rail should be stopped. reluctantly favors it. "People If elected she said it is universities relying on out- She opposes the legaliza- want a working system. important to know what of-state tuition. It took a tion of recreational mari- There is a need to fix the ag- needs to be done and how to bipartisan effort." juana, but supports medical ing infrastructure in order to do it. She would fund access BART to ACE is impor- marijuana use. keep the trains running. It's to health care for women, TRAVEL tant. Better connectivity will Preventative health care not about the workers; it's equal pay for equal work help to relieve congestion. is important, stated Baker. about the riders." and deal with the realities Baker introduced a bill to However, because the state When it comes to high of global warming. Cook- BUG create an authority similar has grossly low reimburse- speed rail, Cook-Kallio Kallio would like to have a Sandals to the one that was able to ment for doctors, many will points out that voters ap- conversation in how to deal bring BART to San Jose to not see Medi-Cal patients. proved moving forward with with gun violence preven- Vacations work to connect BART to Spending health care dol- the project. Many people tion to make sure people are (925) 447-4300 ACE. It brings businesses, lars wisely includes greater would prefer the money to safe in public places, this ACE, BART, local jurisdic- accessibility to care by reim- be spent on local projects. could include psychological In Downtown Livermore tions and the public to the bursing doctors adequately. However, the high speed rail testing for security guards. 2269 Third Street table. She stated that BART She has been accused crates jobs. She commented, travelbuglivermore.com can concentrate on fixing its of opposing health care "We just need to make sure system, while the partner- for women. "I am a cancer as much money as possible ship works to extend BART survivor. A mammogram is spent to relieve traffic." to ACE. detected my mother's breast She says that would include She opposed a plan by the cancer. I believe in expanded fixing Highway 84, which governor to increase taxes screening and preventative she referred to as a night- NIVERSAR on health care. The federal care not just women, but for mare commute. N Y government was requiring everyone." Education is important. A P the state to restructure the She challenges Cook- Proposition 51, the school A tax. If we didn't, they would Kallio to post her answers bond construction, is crucial. H R take away $1 billion in fund- online to questionnaires New schools are needed; old T T ing. "After rejecting the from various special in- schools need to be repaired 0 first proposal, we worked terests groups and unions Y and updated with 21st cen- 2 together to restructure the regarding her stands on tury wiring to accommodate tax that will now save $100 various issues online. Baker 21st century technology. million a year in health care points out that question- Proposition 52, which taxes. With the $1 billion naires pave the way for would extend the current tax, we retain, we have been endorsements and financial would continue the funding Est. 1996 paying down transportation donations to candidates. stream for education, said bond debt, unfunded health Baker says she does not Cook-Kallio. "I see it as an care retirement liability and fill out questionnaires. She investment in the commu- providing assistance to the explains that she wants to nity. During the recession, developmentally disabled remain independent, not cre- programs were cut. I think community. I was one of ate expectations on the part the state has broken trust only Republicans who voted of special interests groups with students in how it pro- for it." on how she would vote on vides education." She points out that she an issue. That includes higher Join us Friday, October 21, was the only Republican education. Ten years ago, to vote in favor of SB32, a CHERYL COOK-KALLIO California residents were measure designed to reduce Cheryl Cook-Kallio, a assured a spot in one of the from 5:30-8:30pm greenhouse gases. She also Pleasanton resident, served four year institutions. "Now voted for the climate change on the Pleasanton City it's a gamble. The selection bill, SB350. Council for 8 years. She re- of students to attend the When it comes to propo- tired last year after teaching schools is arbitrary." sitions on the ballot this government and U.S. history Charter schools provide Live Music November, Baker supports for 35 years. She says she is an option for education. 51, the school construction seeking the Assembly seat Check out NOVA, the Bay NOVA "One size does not fit all. bond. Baker stated, "It is because she has a passion There are charter schools Area’s hottest cover band very critical for this area to for public service. that operate well. Any have access to funds to build She believes that if elect- school that receives tax dol- featuring #1 hits of the 80s and refurbish schools." ed, her knowledge of how lars needs to be transparent." She opposes Prop. 55, government operates would Cook-Kallio, in looking and today. which would extend the cur- be an asset. She stated, "I at the economy, notes that rent tax that funds education. am a consensus building. I climate change and global "We told voters it would be a would bring in other points warming are real. That pro- temporary tax. Government of view in order to have a vides an opportunity to look has trust issues." She pointed more robust conversation at innovation and create new out that the reserves that about issues." jobs to address the issues. Food & Beer have been built up, including Health care should focus When it comes to cap and $6.7 billion in a rainy day on preventative medicine as trade she urges people to be Food & craft beer pairings by fund and $3 billion in discre- a way to keep costs down, patient. People tend to resist tionary funds, are more than to keep people from having change, she added. Altamont Beer Works. Entry enough to make up for the to use emergency rooms, A comprehensive plan loss of the tax income when Cook-Kallio stated. Provid- is needed to address water includes 3 craft beer tastings Prop. 30 expires. ing more access to clinics issues. Perhaps there should "We have to find a better would help to achieve that. be incentives for industry paired with 3 small plates. way to fund schools rather She pointed out that she and agriculture to cut water than continue to rely on a helped gain funding for use. statewide budget based on Axis Health Care in Pleas- She opposes extending Plus merchandise giveaways throughout the evening taxes. When the economy anton that provides care for the off-road vehicle park slows down we see deep families. into the Tesla area. She One lucky attendee will win a drawing for free golf for 2017!* cuts in state money with Cook-Kallio supports doesn't think there would schools facing lower funds. I would rather see us commit * to a stable, adequate funding $ source for schools. It is a conversation that needs to 20 happen." Advance purchase Baker authored legisla- tickets available at tion instituting audits of PoppyRidgeGolf.com New Jerusalem and Acacia Must be 21 to attend. charter schools. The Tri- Valley Learning Coproration in Livermore oversees the Acacia schools. "Anyone who receives taxpayer dol- lars should have an indepen- dent outside audit to ensure those dollars are being used properly." She will not vote for Measure RR, the BART bond. "I do believe there is a need for BART to develop a long term capital plan and

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Celebration of Life Gardnerville, Nevada. breakfast at M&M Ranch rounded ing school in San Francisco. moved to South Lake Tahoe. Constance Betty was preceded in House or lunch at Bud’s by his She continued to attend col- He is survived by his (Connie) Duke death by her parents, Wal- Jolly Kone in Red Bluff. His fam- lege when time permitted at daughters, Toni and hus- Oct. 13, 1926 -- Sept. 4, 2016 lace and Grace Peters and grandchildren loved sharing ily af- Chabot and Delta Commu- band Joe Brazil, Sandra and Friends of the late Con- her daughter, Debra Ann ice cream with their beloved ter a 14 nity College. Stacey worked husband Mike Gilmour and nie Duke of Pleasanton are Voelker. ‘Poppy’. month several jobs throughout her son, Rick Sanchez. He also Betty is survived by her John was preceded in battle life, including medical assis- invited to attend a celebra- enjoyed his granddaughter loving husband and best death by his parents and his with tant, behavioral health care Nicholle LaRae Gilmour. tion of her life at 11 a.m. friend Loren Voelker, five sister, Carole Lyke. John is Lung technician, sales associate, There will be a private Saturday, October 15 at sons: Keith (Linda), Kevin, survived by his wife Jan, son Cancer law firm administrator and service at Callaghan Mortu- Graham-Hitch Mortuary, Mark (Eileen), Matthew Evan (Misty), daughter Sally at the store manager. 4167 First Street, Pleas- ary on Thursday, October (Brenda) and David (Rose), Neathamer (Cael), children age 64 Stacey accepted Christ 13. anton. 11 grand children and 6 great from his blended family, years. as her Lord and Savior from Connie, a native of San grand children. Greg Lyons (Christina) and Hap was born February early childhood. Stacey and Francisco and a longtime Arrangements by Nor- James Lyons (Amy), brother 1, 1952 to Arthur & Maxine her mother, Josephine, unit- Gilbert Oliver resident of the Livermore- ton's Funeral Home, Gard- Jerry (Cheryl), sister Linda Plato at St. Paul’s Hospital, ed with True Light Apostolic Gilbert Oliver,lifelong Amador Valley, died peace- nerville, Nevada. (Brad), and eight grand- Livermore. He attended In- Faith Church in Stockton resident of Livermore, left fully on September 4 at her children. He will be greatly man Elementary School and where baptized in JESUS us on October 6, 2016,he son Larry's home in Boise, missed. graduated from Livermore NAME and received the was 75 years old John Evan Attaway Born January 16, Idaho. Contributions in July 27, 1943 – Sept. 30, 2016 John passed away after High School in 1970. gift of the Holy Spirit. Later a 5-year battle with cancer. Hap was a man of many Stacey attended Christian 1941,married to his wife her memory may be sent John Evan Attaway Carol for 53 years to St. Luke's Hospice, 325 passed away at his home A celebration of his life will talents especially with his World Church in Liver- be announced at a later date. creative visions regarding more with her aunt until she He is survived by one W. Idaho St., Boise Idaho in Red Bluff, surrounded son Robert, three grandsons, 33702. by his loving family, on This world is a better place gardening and landscap- moved to Newark. Stacey because of this kind and ing; stained glass projects; believed in prayer, and al- Rick, Bri- Friday, September 30, 2016, an & Tay- on what was his father’s gentle man. swimming pool designs and ways gave thanks to God Donald Nunes Donations in his memory rehabbing old fixer uppers. for her children and grand- lor, one birthday. He was born in Los brother Donald Nunes passed Angeles can be made to the UC Da- He raised and bred blue and daughter. away Sept. 19, 2016 after vis Comprehensive Cancer gold macaw parrots. Stacey departed this life Pete Oli- to Rob- ver and a 6 year battle with NHL. ert and Center or the charity of Hap had several jobs dur- on Monday, October 3, He was choice. For the Cancer Cen- ing his life, but he took most 2016. Surviving is her father, two sis- Harriet ters Pat 48 years Attaway. ter, donations can be mailed pride in being an owner op- Calvin Stuart of Stockton old. to UC Davis Comprehensive erator Plato Auto Transport and two brothers, Calvin Kasberg The and Ruby Don- family Cancer Center, Health Sci- for 20 years. Isam Stuart of Stockton, ny will moved ences Development, 4900 Hap is survived by his and Joseph Akim Stuart of Broadway, Suite 1150, Sac- wife of 41 years, Debra Livermore. She is also sur- Ravazzini(deceased). Broth- be for- to West- ers-in-law Don Kasberg and ever wood ramento, CA, 95820, or Plato, sons Lukas and Tyler vived by her granddaughter made through the UC Davis Plato, Markas Plato and Jada’lee and her nieces and Raul Garcia Sisters-in-law missed and then Ann Oliver & Joyce Gar- by his to Su- Medical Center website daughter Brooklyn Plato, nephews, Nikaela, Amari, ‘giving’ page (click on Com- Mother Maxine Plato 5 sis- Shayna, Skyler, Calvin Jr. cia, and many nieces and family. sanville, nephews. where prehensive Cancer Center). ters Paula Lucio, Patty Plato and a host of aunts, uncles Gloria, Vent, Linda Plato McCloud, and friends. He was a graduate of Justin, John grew up. Livermore High School and John was always depend- William "Bill" Lori Brandes, Lynn An- Stacey was a happy, and drus, brother John Plato, and cheerful, caring and gener- served in the US Army for 2 Ryan; extended family able, and had a code of honor Henry Hoffert Jr. years. He had many hobbies: that was evident in both his many nieces and nephews. ous person. She was well brothers Manuel and Da- William "Bill" Henry His father preceded him in received in the community. gardening and "especially professional and personal caring for his beautiful ros- vid, sister Nancy, mother life. His strong work ethic Hoffert Jr., 72 years old death June 19, 2016. She will always be remem- JoAnn, and sisters-in-law passed away at his home in Services will be held at bered as a dedicated mother es." He loved building bird and high standards were an houses and making patio Carrie and Carol. example for everyone. He Fairfield Ca on September Callaghan Mortuary, 3833 to her children and grand- Donny was an avid 27 in his sleep. East Avenue, Livermore. daughter, as well as caring furniture. was a problem solver, could He worked for Sandia sports fan who loved the fix or build just about any- A former resident and Visitation will be held on for her mother and helping Giants and Kansas City Friday, October 14, 2016 others. Corp, Kaiser Aluminum , thing, and his willingness business man of Livermore and National Refractories, Chiefs. to help others was one of his ran his business Hoffert from 3:00 – 6:00 PM. Cel- A Service of Life for He worked in the con- ebration of Life Services Stacey Juanita Stuart will be when he Retired in 2001, finest qualities. He was also Chiropractic Offices for over and moved up to the foothills struction industry paving a ‘common sense advisor’ Visitation 9:00 AM – 11:00 on Friday October 14, 2016 20 years. He coached little AM Service will commence at Christian World Church, of the sierras to a small com- roads for nearly 30 years. for anyone who asked. league baseball, enjoyed munity of Camino. His career achievements at 11 AM at the Chapel of 3820 East Avenue, Liver- It was a tough and stressful fishing, and watching the Visitation and Rosary job but he loved the chal- included teaching in San Di- Callaghan Mortuary, 3833 more, California at 4pm. Oakland A's. East Ave., Livermore, CA will be held on Oct 17th lenges and always strived ego and Fort Jones, owning from 5:00 to 7 PM at Cal- for the best. and operating his own con- He is survived by his wife with Reverend Kim Listek Richard Sanchez Sandy Hoffert, son Brandon officiating. laghan Mortuary, Liver- Donny was a great hus- struction company in Yreka, Beloved father, husband, more. Funeral services will serving as the Director of (wife Brandi, sons Zach and Entombment will follow and grandfather passed away band , dad, and friend. He at Memory Gardens Mau- held on October 18th at 11 will dearly be missed. Maintenance Operations and Russell, and daughter Lisa. peacefully among his fam- am, with burial to follow at Transportation in Corning, soleum, Livermore, CA. Love you forever Donny. Services will be held at ily on Monday October 10, St. Michaels Cemetery. and serving as the facilities Bryan-Braker Funeral Home East Avenue, Livermore, director for the Castro Val- CA 94550 2016. He was born May 1, Betty Jean Voelker 1850 West Texas St., Fair- 1932 in ley Unified School District. field, Ca 94533. Visitation A Non-Attorney Jan. 10, 1933 - Sept. 19, 2016 After retirement, he was Stacey Juanita Stuart Houston, Betty Voelker passed recruited as a state school Oct.11 from 5pm to 9pm. Texas. Alternative Stacey Juanita Stuart, After away peacefully on Septem- construction inspector. Funeral ceremony Oct.12 at daughter of Calvin and Jo- Paralegal Services ber 19, 2016 at the age of 83. From childhood, John 11am to 12pm. join- sephine Stuart, was born ing the Betty was born and loved fire engines. He would on September 13, 1976, in • Divorce • Deeds raised in Leavenworth, Kan- ride his bike to find the fire Navy, he Gerald Wayman Wright Livermore, California. She met and • Probate • Living Trust sas, and she graduated from when he heard the sirens. Nov. 7, 1930 – Sept. 22, 2016 was the third child born to Leavenworth High School One of his many summer An invitation to Gerry’s married this union, preceded in death his wife CALL NOW! in 1951. jobs was with CAL FIRE. memorial service is ex- by her In 1954 she married the Linda, In retirement, he joined the tended to mother (925) 577-4736 love of her life, Loren James Tehama County Volunteer who preceded him in death all friends Jose- in 2007. He was a long- www.atlasdp.com Voelker. They were married Fire Department, and for six phine just short of 62 years at the and fam- time Livermore resident and years realized his dream of ily. It’ll Stuart. Atlas Document time of her passing. becoming a firefighter. owned a Chevron gas station be held Stacey on First Street. He and his Preparation Betty and Loren made John had many other united their home in Livermore, interests and was always on Sun- wife raised three children Services in Holy in Livermore. He enjoyed California where they lov- goal-oriented. As a young day Octo- Matri- 120 Spring St, PLS ingly raised their six chil- bowling, fishing, golfing and I am not an attorney. I can only man, he joined the Boy ber 16th mony provide self-help service dren. belonged to the Elks Club. at your specific direction. Scouts and was proud to at 2:00 with Rommel Canon. To this Reg Alameda County #96. After retiring he and his wife Charlotte R Hargrave LDA Betty worked at Liver- earn the highest rank of at Cedar union, one child was born; more High School as a Eagle Scout. He lived his Quiana Canon. Later in life, teachers aide for 7 years Grove life by the Boy Scout oath. Community Church in Stacey and Earl Moseby and at Lawrence Livermore John loved everything about united and two sons were National Laboratory for 11 Livermore, 2021 College aviation. He built and flew Avenue. Please bring a fond born: Earl and Emanuel years. She retired in 1993 radio-controlled airplanes, memory of Gerry to share. Moseby. and she and Loren moved and actually piloted small Stacey’s childhood, to Minden, Nevada . Betty aircraft in his younger years. young adult years, and most enjoyed spending time with John also enjoyed camping Arthur Herbert Plato III of her adult life were spent Loren, swimming, golfing, with his wife in their travel Arthur Herbert Plato III, in Livermore where she Complete Burial & Cremation traveling, family events and trailer - Death Valley was “Hap," a native of Liver- graduated from Livermore playing in the local casinos. his favorite destination. He more, CA and a 22 year resi- High School in 1994. 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John Kibbe, a native of business from San Jose State that while synthetic parks the board. He has made us Builders do pay an in lieu Wilson was among the San Jose moved to Liver- University with a minor in are expensive, they allow extremely aware of those fee in place of providing board majority who voted to more in 1999. In San Jose, psychology. He has worked for more play. They can with mobility issues." a park, money which the oppose the expansion of the he had volunteered for such in high tech sales for the take the wear and tear that Wilson uses both parks district uses to build a park Carnegie Off-Road Vehicle organizations as Muscular past 25 years. He notes that a natural turf field cannot. and trails. She is pleased that elsewhere." Park into the Tesla/Corral Dystrophy and the Emer- he has managed budgets in If fields were converted to many of the trails are now In North Livermore, she Hollow area. She said that gency Housing Consortium. his job. "I am good at going synthetic turf, there needs connected. would like to see a spray while the land would not be After arriving in Livermore in and listening to people, to be a replacement fund While she doesn't have park, one of fellow board in the district's service area, with his wife and two young hearing their needs and com- established, because they a background in sports, she member Maryalice Faltings' as an individual, she doesn't daughters, he chose to con- ing up with solutions. I wear out over time. understands that they are an dreams. She would also like want to see an off-road ve- tinue his volunteer work, think that would be an asset She would not support a important area within the to see another community hicle park there, she said. this time for the Livermore in serving on the LARPD merger of the city and dis- district's oversight. "We do garden in North Livermore. "I agree that people should Girls Softball Association. board." trict. As a separate entity, the need more fields. We are She doesn't see a need for be able to recreate as they He has coached for 8 years. He supports the open district has greater control always on the lookout for the district to become part choose, but not at the ex- He also worked with the space initiative on the No- over what it can offer. opportunities to add more of the city. "If we were one pense of others, habitat and Livermore Youth Soccer vember ballot that would re- Palajac added that it fields, including sharing of the departments, funding wildlife corridors." League, now Fusion Soccer. tain the former Springtown looks like the state will with the school district." would come first for police When possible, the dis- He currently serves on the Golf Course as open space. continue to take money from As a resident of Spring- and fire." She pointed out trict has responded to re- Livermore Youth Advisory As a board member, his the district; that is one reason town near the former golf that the district still loses quests by residents, said Commission. goal would be to get kids to the district concentrates on course, she won't be in- 48% of its budget to the state Wilson. For example, a trail Kibbe commented, "I play again, get them off the offering programs that fund volved in any discussions each year. "We would have was built around Watten- think people become frus- couch and off electronics. themselves. with regard to the Spring- more parks and programs berger Park because people trated by politics. If you "There is a lot of cool stuff Palajac would not like to town Open Space planning, if the state did not take the said they would like to see want to make a change, you going on, they don't know see the off-road vehicle park because of a conflict of money. Staff has learned that happen. There have have to get involved." about. It is important to expanded. "The open space interest. to operate in a leaner way been requests for shade He says before he be- make sure they are aware of we have is pretty precious. Asked about parks in the and still offer a variety of structures over playground came a candidate and started the existence of programs, We need to protect it. As city, Wilson said the main programs." equipment. However, she learning about LARPD, he such as the recent Dogto- more high density housing area where there are not As a senior herself, Wil- said, "They are very expen- wasn't aware of what the berfest. My daughter had a is built, we need to have enough parks is the center son would like to have more sive." district offered. "I had no blast." places where people can go of town. There are few lo- programming for seniors She stated, "As a district, idea about Camp Shelly. He would also encourage and enjoy nature and where cations where parks could who are still very active we can't make everyone The district is more than volunteerism at all levels nature can survive." be added. "I wish that when physically. She believes happy all the time. We do a playgrounds and trails." and work to enrich the lives Palajac referred to Ex- plans are made for develop- the district does provide an good job of trying to do so." Kibbe said he would of those who are under- tended Student Services bring the perspective to served to make sure they all (ESS) as a "robust program," the board of a father with have the same opportunities that provides a place where a 12 and 14 year old who to participate. kids can be supervised be- use the parks, trails and fore and after school. She programs. He said one of JAN PALAJAC added, "I wish I'd had a his issues relates to follow- Jan Palajac moved to similar program when my through regarding programs. Livermore in June. She kids were growing up." FORMER As an example, his daughter wanted to become involved Community gardens signed up for a cheerleading in the community. After are an interest of hers. She class. The instructor didn't searching websites, she felt would like to become more LAWRENCE LIVERMORE LAB show up. "While that has that serving on the LARPD involved with them in Liver- nothing to do with the board, board would be a good fit more. "When kids grow I think there needs to be a with her background. vegetables they will eat way to ensure that when Palajac works for the them. They gain an appre- & SANDIA LAB people pay for a program City of San Jose as a land- ciation for fresh fruits and they receive the experience scape architect. Her job in- vegetables." WORKERS they expected." volves designing parks and Palajac believes she He absolutely believes trails, including construction would be a good addition there is a need for more documents and construction to the board. "I would bring sports fields. He pointed out oversight. Among projects a set of fresh eyes that may that there are over 500 girls she has overseen are a soft- potentially see something playing softball with more ball complex, a BMX bike that those who have been younger players coming in. park, plus smaller parks and on the board wouldn't see. I All sports are seeing the urban trails. have connections with col- same influx of younger kids. She said, "I was extreme- leagues that I can consult "We are all competing for ly impressed with what I with if needed. I am excited the same limited resource. learned about LARPD dur- about the community. It has ARE YOU A FORMER LIVERMORE LAB OR He suggested the answer ing a candidates' night." a wonderful downtown." may be to build fields for Palajac admitted that she dual use, such as softball and is not aware of all the issues SANDIA LAB WORKER, VENDOR, OR CONTRACTOR? soccer, to make better use of or programs involving the BETH WILSON available fields. park district. She is however Beth Wilson was first Asked about including a park and trail user. "I am elected to the board in 2007. • Preventative Care • Adding Conditions those who may not be able an avid race walker. I'm at Her motto, "Get kids • Home Health Care Options • New Claims to afford programs or to play Sycamore Grove Park al- outdoors" has led her to sports, Kibbe said there are most every Saturday." work to keep programs go- • Medical Benefits • Denied Claims a lot of talented kids who Palajac said that LARPD ing and initiate others that want to play, can't afford offers a pretty wide variety will attract children and the • Durable Medical Equipment • Survivor Benefits the fee or to purchase equip- of programs. One area she underserved populations to • Claims For Impairment • And Much More... ment. He came up with the sees as a potential to expand use the parks and trails. idea of parents bringing in would be programs for ac- One of her inspirations is equipment their children tive seniors. "I'd like to be the book, "The Last Child in YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO FREE MEDICAL COVERAGE had outgrown and invite able to promote fitness, to the Woods - Nature Deficit kids to come and take what get people out and mov- Disorder," that talks about YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR FINANCIAL COMPENSATION they need. Scholarships are ing around." There is the lack of access to nature. used to defer the cost of fees. potential to build on such Wilson stated, "Getting kids Kibbe said he would like to activities as Pokemon Go, outdoors and getting them see equipment sharing and to use the game to get more excited is important," scholarships citywide for all people out and moving, said One way that has been sports and for all kids. Palajac. accomplished, says Wilson WE’RE HERE TO HELP! He isn't sure the district In reaching out to those involves the gardens at ESS offers the right mix of pro- who are underserved, Pala- sites. Vegetables and flowers grams for teens. jac suggested that may come are grown in raised beds by WE WORK WITH LOCAL AND NATIONAL RESOURCES One thing he would like down to using social media the children and their par- to see is a youth center, as a way to target them. ents. They are outdoors and where kids can come after There is the possibility that they are active. TO HELP YOU GET THE BENEFITS THAT YOU DESERVE! school and feel safe. He some may not participate, Staff is aware that the un- envisions a gym as one of because they cannot afford derserved are a big concern the components. to do so. The district has of mine, she noted. In an CALL FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY! There are many programs used grants to help fund effort to provide programs 925.983.5000 for seniors. He would like participation. "I think that is for low income residents, to look into whether they important to continue." the district has applied for are meeting the needs of all The lack of open space grants. One received from seniors by getting out and in high density housing is Kaiser Permanante has al- talking to seniors. something that could be dis- lowed swimming lessons to Kibbe likes riding dirt cussed at meetings involving be made available. bikes, but doesn't think the city and district liaison Wilson is proud of the pushing mother nature out committee. The district rep- fact that the district will is the best idea in expand- resentative could communi- be renovating four play- ing the off-road vehicle park cate the need for open space. grounds, replacing old into the Tesla area. "There Palajac said she knows equipment with up-to-date, is a need for a place to ride. that there is a high demand safe and strong items. "It However, there is a place for for sports parks. The district is really exciting to me that everything, we just need to has established a pretty good the equipment will be adapt- figure out where." system of assigning the use able for use by those with A Better Choice For California’s Atomic Workers

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Jerry He has reserved $20 million have imposed requirements Facility (NIF) performed ducted by NIF’s National port of the SSP, NIF con- Brown’s signature. in the 2016/17 state budget on charter schools and their Brown returned AB 709 its 400th experiment of Security Applications Pro- ducts additional experimen- for start-up grants for charter school district, even if they to the Assembly Sept. 30. schools. were operating well.” fiscal year (FY) 2016 on gram for the Department tal shots related to national The bill would have required Sept. 18 meeting the year's security, energy security and Sen. Steve Glazer was of the Navy. The increased charter schools to be subject present when the vote was goal several weeks early. shot rate has enabled more discovery science. NIF users to the Brown Act, the Public taken in the Senate, but did In comparison, the facil- scientific exploration, in- and collaborators include re- Records Act, the Political not cast a vote, said his aide ABAG ity completed 356 experi- creased innovation and searchers from DOE nation- Reform Act, as well as the Steve Harmon. In a prepared (continued from page one) ments in FY15 and 191 faster progress on priority al laboratories, universities Government Code section statement, Glazer said that experiments in FY14. NIF areas within the SSP. and other U.S. and foreign 1090, which pertains to con- AB 709 was not any differ- office campuses to provide is on track to complete 415 The more than 110 per- research centers. flict of interest by members ent from the bill that Brown location opportunities so experiments by the end of cent increase in NIF shots “Meeting the commit- of a legislative body, such vetoed in 2014. "It didn’t that Dubliners could live as a school board. They are the fiscal year, more than from FY14 to FY16 is ments laid out in the 120- cross the threshold of a true close to their work. rules under which school fix.” The PBA 2040 document doubling its FY14 accom- a direct result of an effi- day study is an important district boards must operate plishments. achievement for team NIF “I believe in openness lists projected household ciency study conducted in in California. for public agencies. I am Located at Lawrence and job numbers for other FY14. The congressionally and its partners,” said NIF Brown said he vetoed a hopeful that we can find a Valley cities. ABAG expects Livermore National Labo- requested 120-day effi- Director Mark Herrmann. similar bill in 2014. In his compromise that addresses Livermore to add 2300 more ratory (LLNL), NIF is ciency study was developed “We’ve established an ef- veto letter, he repeated the the legitimate concerns of units by 2040, an increase the world's largest and in partnership with other ficient operating baseline reasons he listed two years the Governor,” said Glazer. to 30,900 from 2010. Jobs most energetic laser. The NNSA laboratories and for NIF delivering unprec- ago. Assemblymember Catha- there are expect to climb by chief mission of NIF is to identified more than 80 im- edented data and insights for “Starting a charter school rine Baker voted against AB 6200, to 48,800. provide experimental in- provements to equipment the Stockpile Stewardship requires the strong commit- 709. She said that the bill Pleasanton is expected ment of dedicated individu- sight and data for NNSA's and procedures that could Program. The entire team is makes no distinction be- to grow by 9900 units, to als willing to serve on a gov- tween good charter schools science-based Stockpile lead to reduced time and energized by achieving this 34,600. Jobs will climb by erning board. While I support and those that are underper- 9800, to 69,990. Stewardship Program effort for fielding experi- goal and looks forward to transparency, this bill goes (SSP). ments, nearly all of which continuing to deliver impor- further than simply address- The 400th shot was part have been implemented. tant data for the stewardship ing the issues of potential of a campaign to study In addition to conduct- program.” conflicts of interest, and goes radiation effects on strate- ing high-energy-density too far in prescribing how these boards must operate,” said Brown. WASC Schedules Visit to Charter Prep School The Western Association this process, being able to ing with the TVLC board to sponsorship by the New Je- of Schools and Colleges have an in-depth conver- come up with a plan to pay rusalem Elementary School (WASC) will conduct its sation with WASC repre- off the debt. District after negotiations site visit at Livermore Valley sentatives and coming to According to Lysko, re- on a long list of violations Charter Preparatory (LVCP) resolution on the issues that gardless of the WASC deci- alleged by New Jerusalem. on Nov. 17. have been raised. As we sion about accreditation of TVLC applied to Stockton The WASC visit will have said repeatedly, many LVCP, The University of Unified School District for check on how the school, of the issues they raised as California has told LVCP sponsorship. However, after and its management struc- concerns stemmed from an that its seniors will be eli- a public hearing in Stockton ture, Tri-Valley Learning anonymous complaint al- gible for UC admission. on Sept. 27, the board voted Corporation (TVLC), are leging LVCP had a campus They will still be eligible not to sponsor the two Aca- responding to issues that in China. We are excited to for admission under a UC cia schools. An appeal to the WASC listed in a letter June make sure they see the inac- Regents exception policy. San Joaquin County Office 28 to TVLC. curacy of these allegations.” The TVLC board was of Education is an option. WASC issues accredita- WASC is also interested scheduled to meet Oct. 10 A report by Stockton tion for schools. in the financial condition of in Livermore. The agenda district staff said that TVLC The letter said that WASC TVLC to ensure that TVLC showed only three people has put that Acacia schools’ was concerned about reports “remains a going concern.” now on the board. The board revenues “at risk.” that TVLC was possibly A financial back office was secretary Catherine Lewis operating an exchange pro- hired in the summer by was not listed leading some gram, and that it failed to no- TVLC to discern the condi- to believe that she has re- tify WASC about a planned tion of the finances. It has signed. No announcement move it has made to 3090 reported to the TVLC board was made. She was repre- Independence Drive. that the total debt is $3 senting one of the two TVLC TVLC Acting CEO Lynn million. No final draft of a Acacia schools in Stockton. Lysko said, “We are looking report has come to the board The Acacia elementary forward to the next step in yet. Lysko has been work- and middle schools lost their

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Spooky Spectacular, 'The Michael Mullen in a Addams Family,' On Stage Live Looping By Carol Graham Just when you thought Concert at this election season couldn't get any weirder, along the Bothwell comes The Addams Family. Michael Mullen per- Yet in the hands of the forms in TriaSoli and Trio talented Las Positas College Of One a double bill Live (LPC) Theater Arts Depart- Looping extravaganza ment, this spooky spectacle concert on October 22nd is completely delicious in a at 7:30 pm at the Bothwell thoroughly uplifting way. Arts Center. "The show is a nod to Live Looping involves the iconic Addams Fam- a musician layering live ily characters, with a new single musical tracks to love story full of twists and create the sound of a full turns," says Director Jill band in front of an audi- MacLean. "It is outra- ence. It is made possible geously funny and irrever- outside of the studio with ent, dark in some moments, digital “loopers” either and in others poignant, using special floor pedals. sweet and universal." Live Looping Festivals oc- From the moment the cur across the world, from characters step on stage, Paris to Berlin. Mullen has solemnly snapping their become a regularly featured fingers to the tune "They're performer at international creepy and they're kooky," festivals, the most recent in this production offers a Santa Cruz. laugh-out-loud, stress- While it appears that relieving diversion from the Mullen is creating an entire Michael Mullen nation's more disturbing go- chamber group or Celtic instruments themselves instrument he has played ings on. To say that these band with just his violin, his that require precision and since his youth, his violin. kids nailed it isn't enough. semicircle of pedals spread an acute sense of timing – Mullen offers up two Each performance dazzles, around his feet become The cast prepares for opening night. all the while working the (continued on page 3) (continued on page 6) Cashore Marionettes to Present 'Life in Motion' at the Firehouse The Firehouse Arts Cen- and the full range of human form feats far beyond the ter in Pleasanton presents a emotions, celebrating the wooden, jerky mimicry we rare opportunity to witness richness of life. In sync might expect. These intri- the humorous and moving with a beautiful musical cately crafted characters are live theatrical performance score, each persona acts out definitely not “toys.” “Life in Motion” by the a mesmerizing narrative. Joe Cashore is recipient Cashore Marionettes on Fri. Master puppeteer Joe of the coveted Pew Fel- and Sat., Oct. 21 and 22. Cashore has travelled the lowship for Performance Set to music by world for more than 30 Art. When asked how Beethoven, Vivaldi, Strauss, years, performing with his he got started, Joe recalls Copand, and others, the unique, handcrafted string that when he was ten or production takes the audi- puppets. In his talented eleven he went in a shop ence on a journey full of hands, the marionettes per- poetic insight, pathos, joy, (continued on page 2) 2 The Independent • October 13, 2016

County Line Musical 'In the Heights' Opens at the Bankhead Theater

The Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre's new season will Theatrical Library. Kathleen Breedveld is the producer; open with “In the Heights” on Saturday, October 22, at the Christina Lazo, director, choreographer; Sierra Dee, Bankhead Theater in Livermore. Curtain is at 8pm. musical direction; and Misty Megia, assistant director and Performances will continue weekends through Nov. choreographer. 6 with curtain time at 8 p.m. on Saturdays and 2 p.m. on The cast includes Usnavi: Alexander Gomez; Nina: Sundays and on Sat., Nov. 5. Cheyenne Wells; Benny: Marcel Saunders; Abuela: Anita The production is rated PG-13 Colotto; Kevin: Joshua A Gonzales; Vanessa: Vida Fer- Music and lyrics are by Lin-Manuel Miranda; book by nandez; Sonny: Kevin Redrico; Piragua: Lucas deAyora; Quiara Alegría Hudes. Graffiti Pete: Justin Sabino; Daniela: Amanda Maxwell; "In the Heights" tells the universal story of a vibrant Camila: Shiela Viramontes; and Carla: Emily Alvarado. community in New York’s Washington Heights neighbor- Performing in the women's ensemble are Staci Arriaga, County Line hood – a place where the coffee from the corner bodega Catherine Delos Santos, Christine Curulla, Liz.Marsh, Jas- is light and sweet, the windows are always open and the mine Marie Reyes, Michelle Roque, and Allie Villa; male breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. ensemble, Brandon Canela, Leo Diaz, Zachariah Moham- Salutes the It’s a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, med, Harold Ny, Caedon Perrimon, Joren Chris Reyes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be and Kristoffer Kelsey. deciding which traditions you take with you, and which The Bankhead Theater is located at 2400 First Street Kingston Trio ones you leave behind. The musical was the winner of in downtown Livermore. Tickets may be purchased at the box office, online at www.bankheadtheater.org or by call- the 2008 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Score, Best The County Line Trio brings their salute to The Kings- ing 373-6800. ton Trio to the Firehouse Arts Center stage on Sunday, Choreography and Best Orchestrations. For more information, visit the TVRT website www. October 23 at 2:00 p.m. Used with permission from Rogers and Hammerstein trivalleyrep.org. The trio will perform all the memorable songs of the day, including: Remember Tom Dooley, Lemon Tree, Charlie on the MTA, Scotch and Soda, Worried Man and School of Imagination Launches Make a Match Campaign Where Have All The Flowers Gone? When the original Kingston Trio was constantly top- The School of Imagina- paign, SOI will partner with SOI. For more information, donations, up to $50,000, ping the charts in the 1950s and 60s, three guys decided tion (SOI) is launching its eScrip, the longest-running, supporters are encouraged will be matched by the they were going to form a Kingston Trio tribute band in first-ever “Let’s Make a most successful shop- to visit www.escrip.com or Quest Foundation. 1969. Original members of that band — Millbrae-raised Match” campaign. to-fundraise “electronic contact Jennifer Lombardi Tod Brendlen on vocals, banjo and guitar, San Mateo- “Let’s Make a Match” scrip” program in the U.S. at jennifer@schoolofimagi- raised Dean Hammer on vocals, guitar and conga drum, offers multiple-platform Through eScrip, support- nation.org. Dublin to and Fort Bragg-born Bud Olsen on vocals and guitar donation opportunities to ers can register existing In addition, SOI sup- — were so good, even The Kingston Trio themselves all SOI supporters and will grocery loyalty, debit, ATM porters are encouraged to Host Annual were fans. In fact, they dubbed The County Line Trio the work in tandem with the and credit cards to help help the school maximize “museum version” of The Kingston Trio. Quest Foundation’s com- SOI. Using registered cards its fundraising opportunity Harvest Faire Reserved seating tickets are $15-$25. Tickets can be mitment to double all dona- while paying for mer- with the Quest Founda- purchased online at www.firehousearts.org, by calling tions made to the school chandise and/or dining at tion through all traditional Dublin's annual Har- 925-931-4848, and in person at the Box Office, 4444 Rail- and the Vogt Family Fund participating merchants will means, such as tax-deduct- vest Fair will be held on road Avenue, Pleasanton. Box Office hours are Wednes- through June 2, 2017. result in a percentage of ible donations and employ- Saturday, October 15, 12:00 day - Friday 12:00 noon-6:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am- To lead the new cam- each sale going directly to er-matching programs. All - 5:00 p.m., at the Dublin 4:00pm, and two hours prior to the performance. Heritage Park and Muse- The Kingston Trio single-handedly led the revival of MARIONETTES ums. oral storytelling songs that were once only the purview of (continued from front page) There will be lively folks without much money. The Trio pepped it up a bit, bluegrass music and sea- on the Jersey Shore “where moving the marionette. She purchased online at www. added some humor and clear three-part vocals, with some sonal specialties—caramel I first saw a marionette in turned me down.” And the firehousearts.org, by calling apples, pie, apple cider, and excellent musicianship thrown in, and their followers person.” It was dressed 925-931-4848, and in per- loved it. rest is history. more. Take a tractor-drawn as a pirate, and Joe recalls son at the Box Office, 4444 In 1958, their debut record, “The Kingston Trio,” had a As one reviewer puts hay wagon ride, pan for song, Tom Dooley, which stayed five months on the Bill- “looking at this marionette it, “Let computer trickery Railroad Avenue, Pleasan- gold or make mud pies. Try board Charts. Their second album, released in 1959, “from for a long time, imagin- take you and fake you some ton. Box Office hours are old-fashioned tasks like the Hungry i,” went gold in 1960. By then The Kingston ing the possibilities. It other day. Pure, simple, Wednesday - Friday 12:00 churning butter, making Trio had kicked off a folk revival movement that took the was hanging high out of and beguiling, the Cashore noon-6:00pm and Saturdays applesauce or calf roping. entire country, including the recording industry, by storm. my reach. I was naturally Marionettes are the real 10:00am-4:00pm, and two Admission to the fair is Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Peter, Paul & Mary, The Byrds, the shy… so I had to work up deal.” hours prior to the perfor- free. An activity wristband Smothers Brothers, and the Limeliters all owe a big nod to all my courage to ask the Reserved seating tickets mance. can be purchased for $5 per The Kingston Trio. saleswoman if I could try are $10-$18. Tickets can be person.

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An American Daughter Performance at the Library Encore Players will concerns the nomination of the Encore Players actors, present a reading of Wendy Dr. Lyssa Hughes, a promi- directors and members to Wasserstein's politically- nent physician and health learn more about this grow- themed play, An American care advocate, for surgeon ing theater group and their Daughter, on Sunday, general of the United plans for the future. October 16, 2016, 2 pm, at States. It explores the im- This program is part of the Civic Center Library, pact of the ensuing media the Friends Authors and 1188 S. Livermore Avenue. attention on the nomination Arts Series, supported by There is no charge for this and on the private lives the Friends of the Liver- event. Light refreshments of her family and friends. more Library. For ad- will be served. Encore Players will read ditional events, check the An American Daughter key scenes from this timely library’s website at www. and provocative play. Meet livermorelibrary.net.

MULLEN (continued from front page) concerts in one evening at the Bothwell. First, his Tria Soli “ensemble” gives the audience a unique and powerful connection with The Second City classic chamber favorites, experiencing the layering of each instrumental track he TONIGHT! Performance in front of Museum. creates. Next, Mullen’s Trio of One brings to life the music of his Celtic roots, Free Opera Performance in Front of creating a full jig-blasting “FREE SPEECH WHILE SUPPLIES LAST” band by himself. Museum on Main in Pleasanton Considered an expert in Thu OCT 13 7:30pm the performance and inter- Livermore Valley Opera on October 1 that was very live performing arts in our pretation of Scottish and will host a free event in well received,” says Gary area.” Irish styles of folk violin conjunction with the final Sears, LVO’s Community The MOM exhibit which and fiddle and most popu- weekend of Pleasanton’s Outreach Manager. “The opened August 3rd features larly known as “The Mad photo: Museum on Main exhibit special museum exhibit 25 years of Livermore Val- Fiddler” of internationally Photography “25 years of Music and which closes on October ley Opera with memorabilia touring Celtic rock band owlis Magic” celebrating LVO’s 16, has provided LVO the from operas throughout Tempest fame, Mullen’s F Silver Jubilee Anniversary opportunity to not only LVO’s history. Videos, musical experience spans season. The event will take share its 25 year history posters, elaborate costumes over four decades, starting Julie Fowlis John Nakamatsu place on Saturday, October with the community but and props including swords, with classical training as MUSIC OF THE DEL VALLE FINE ARTS 15; 11:30 a.m. at 1:00 p.m. also offer free performances knives, Romeo’s poison a youth. He has recorded SCOTTISH ISLES Sat OCT 15 8pm at the Museum on Main, to the public.” bottle and the ugly boar’s and performed onstage with Fri OCT 14 8pm 603 Main Street, Pleasan- LVO’s mission includes head from Die Fledermaus. musicians from Celtic to ton. outreach to and engagement “We just completed the Blues and Jazz, including The free opera perfor- with the community. Free first opera of our anni- Caliban with Lief Sorbye, mance will take place out- events such as the Octo- versary season, Wagner’s folk singer Glen Delpit, side in front of the museum ber 15 performance allow The Flying Dutchman, Scottish singer Peter Dald- featuring soprano Revital LVO to bring the beautiful our largest production yet, ry, Irish musician Gabriel Shmerling and baritone music and drama of opera which received multiple Duffin, the Celtic-Tribal Llewellyn Gravely. They to people who might not rave reviews including the band The Wicked Tinkers, will sing arias and duets otherwise get the chance to San Francisco Chronicle and many more. Michael Mullen from well-known operas experience it. “Many in the and The Mercury News. In Held at the Bothwell IN THE HEIGHTS and music theater, accom- Tri-Valley don’t know that March we will present Mo- TRIA SOLI TRI-VALLEY REPERTORY Arts Center, 2466 8th TRIO OF ONE panied by pianist Frank LVO has been producing zart’s comedic opera The Street, Livermore; Tickets THEATRE Johnson. major operas for 25 years. Marriage of Figaro, a won- $15 in advance, $20 at the Sat OCT 22 7:30pm OCT 22 — NOV 6 “This event is an en- We hope that this event will derful opera for newcomers door; doors open at 7:00 AT THE BOTHWELL core of the first program encourage people to seek and long-time opera fans.” pm. Advance tickets are 925.373.6800 LVPAC.org presented at the museum out our opera and other available at lvpac.org. 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 The Independent • October 13, 2016

Pleasanton Community Concert Band Presents Concert of Music Beginning with 'B'

The Pleasanton Community Concert Band will play music by composers with the last name beginning with the letter “B” at a concert to be held at 2 p.m. on Sun., Oct. 16 at the Firehouse Arts Center. The program will include Early Light by Bremer, Rhapsody for Flute by Bulla, Symphonic Dances by Bock, Apollo March by Bruckner, and a special dedication piece for the Band, Monterey Bay Suite by Arthur Barnes. Also included in the program will be other compositions by Barnes, (who will be there to conduct,) Leonard Bernstein, and the band's Director March by Bigelow as the finale. Doors will open at 1:40 p.m. The concert is free. However, donations are appreciated. The Firehouse Arts Center is located at 4444 Railroad Avenue in Pleasanton. For more information call 925-846-5897 or go to the Pleasanton Community Concert Band website at www.pleasantonband.org

LIVERMORE LIBRARY Donations Sought to Pay for Surgery for Xtreme Science Magic Writing Club Two Animal Friends Performer Don O’Brien will be at the Springtown The Writing Club for Young Adults will welcome a special guest at its Oct. 20 meeting. Sonia Patel, the author Branch Library on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 6pm Valley Humane Society is asking for a little help of Rani Patel, In Full Effect which will be published on from its friends in the community for two animals presenting his Xtreme Science Magic show. He offers October 11, 2016 will discuss her new book and her writ- a fast-moving and interactive show full of experiments, needing surgery. Joe Cocker, a curious two-year-old ing process. She will share her skills with aspiring writers spaniel mix is in need of a hip replacement and the demonstrations, and audience participation. and guide them in writing poetry and hip-hop lyrics. The Springtown Branch of the Livermore Public Li- removal of two objects, possibly BB’s from his leg. Young adults aged 13 through 21 are welcome to at- Downy is a three-year-old soulful grey shorthair cat brary is located at 998 Bluebell Drive. Patrons of all ages tend. The talk and workshop will take place from 6:30 are welcome to attend this free event. No registration is whose veterinarian recommended a leg amputation to 8:30 pm on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the Civic as a precaution against a cancerous growth. required. Center Library, 1188 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore For more information, visit www.livermorelibrary.net, Both animals were rescued from local munici- in Community Room B. The event is free. No registration pal shelters, where they arrived needing special or contact Springtown Branch Librarian Caitlyn Lung at is required. medical attention. Valley Humane Society routinely 925-373-5576. For more information, visit Teen Space page on the pulls at-risk animals out of such shelters to alleviate library’s website: www.livermorelibrary.net, or contact overcrowding and save lives. Knowing they could Mock Election Teen Services Librarian Jennifer Mosel at 925-373-5576. make a difference for Downy and Joe Cocker, the Although many teens won't be old enough to vote in organization stepped up to help. Now with the the presidential election, teens are encouraged to become Teen Craft Event revelation of major medical issues, the organization informed about the issues and vote in the Livermore Pub- The Livermore Public Library will host a free teen craft is preparing to spend between $5K and $6K. “We brought these animals into our care and are lic Library’s mock presidential election. on Friday, October 21, 2016, from 4:00 to 5:30 pm in the Storytime Room at the Civic Center Library, 1188 South committed to doing what is needed to heal them,” Votes will be accepted at the Civic Center Library and says executive director Melanie Sadek. “We believe both library branches from Monday, October 24, 2016 Livermore Avenue. Using a white ceramic mug and alco- hol ink, participants will create a one-of-a-kind mug. they both have wonderful lives ahead of them.” through Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Each teen’s vote As an independent nonprofit organization, Val- qualifies as a chance to win one of five gift card prizes in Students in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to partici- pate. Registration is required for this free event. To reg- ley Humane Society relies upon private donations a random drawing. Patrons in grades 6 through 12 are wel- to support its lifesaving programs, receiving no come to participate. One vote per person. The votes will ister, patrons may call (925) 373-5504 or visit the Youth Room Information Desk at the Civic Center Library. money from national humane groups or govern- be tallied and the drawing will take place on Wednesday, Registration is limited to the first 18 patrons. ment sources. November 9, 2016. Results from the mock election will be Mugs, ink, and instructions will be supplied. After the Downy and Joe Cocker still have a lot of love posted in the library after the votes have been tallied. design has dried, participants must bake the mug at home to give, and with the right care, they will each find For more information, visit the Teen Space page on the in an oven in order to set the ink. Take-home instructions a family willing to accept that love for the rest of library’s website: www.livermorelibrary.net, or contact will be provided. their lives. Donations can be made online at valley- Teen Programming Librarian Caitlyn Lung at 925-373- For more information, visit the Teen Space page on the humane.org/surgery, by phone at (925) 426-8656 or 5576. library’s website: www.livermorelibrary.net, or contact by mailing a check to Valley Humane Society, 3670 Teen Programming Librarian Caitlyn Lung at 925-373- Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566. 5576. October 13, 2016 • The Independent 5

Livermore Farm Land by Janice Wei (left) and Harvest Hill and Hay Fields by Jake Siders. Public Invited to View Freeze Frame Competition Winners

Tri-Valley Conservan- ways we utilize our land, Local photographers, People’s Choice: “Sunset Desk Calendar, and other Frame and view all of the cy’s annual Freeze Frame it builds an appreciation youth and adults, went to Over the Vineyards” by communications throughout top Freeze Frame photos at Photography Competition and sense of value for open work to find the perfect shot Barry Zupan. the year. Find the travelling TriValleyConservancy.org. plays an important role in spaces. It also inspires that captures the allure of YOUTH CATEGORY: exhibit schedule for Freeze helping to preserve local future generations to get the Tri-Valley. 1st Place and People’s land by showcasing its outside, explore, and dis- The votes by the judges Choice: “Harvest, Hill, and many uses as well as its cover real natural beauty,” and public are in. Tri-Valley Hay Fields” by Jake Siders; picturesque landscape. explained Laura Mercier, Conservancy invites all to 2nd Place: “Cherry Blos- “When community Executive Director of the view these amazing photos. som” by Kaitlyn Pang; 3rd members can see the many non-profit. Winners are as follows: Place: “Orange Poppies” by When ADULT CATEGORY: Kaitlyn Pang. 1st Place: “Livermore Farm Winning photographs traditional Land” by Janice Wei; 2nd will be featured in Tri- schools Pulitzer Prize Winning Author Place: “After The Rains” by Valley Conservancy’s Brad Rank; 3rd Place and travelling exhibit, 2017 don’t work, at Towne Center Books we do. Pulitzer Prize winning author Geraldine Brooks will be at Towne Center Books on Wed., Oct. 19 at 11:00 to celebrate the paperback release of her newest novel, the At Fusion we meet each student where they are and collaborate Secret Chord. to find just the right solution for each student’s success. With more than two million copies of her novels sold, Our one-to-one classrooms provide a personal approach to New York Times bestselling author Geraldine Brooks learning that stems from understanding first. Together with has achieved both popular and critical acclaim with such books as Year of Wonder, the Pulitzer Prize winning other teacher, staff, and you we create a learning program that March, Caleb’s Crossing, and People of the Books. that unlocks emotional, social, and academic growth. The Secret Chord peels away the myth to bring David to life in Second Iron Age Israel. Brooks traces the arc of his journey from obscurity to fame, from shepherd to sol- dier, from hero to traitor, from beloved king to murderous Join us to learn more about Fusion Walnut Creek. despot and into his remorseful and diminished dotage. Open House - October 27th, 5:30-6:30 pm There is a $20 fee, which includes presentation, book and brunch; or $5 for presentation and brunch. Reserva- tions are encouraged. Contact Towne Center Books for more information at Fusion Walnut Creek 925-846-8826 or www.townecenterbooks. 925.296.0053 FusionWalnutCreek.com 6 The Independent • October 13, 2016

ADDAMS FAMILY League of Women Voters Makes (continued from front page) resulting in an evening of ticia. This accessible for all Recommendations on November must-see entertainment. creates a . . . . costume parade, audiences." Six performances of conflict full contest and trick-or- Next up is Neil California Ballot Measures "The Addams Family - of fun and treating at the final Simon's "Brighton The Musical" take place mayhem, matinee on Sunday . . . Beach Memoirs," The League of Women more people participate, by allowing earlier parole October 21-30. Friday and while crazy November 14-17, of nonviolent felons, with Saturday shows begin at 8 ancestors just try to get followed by Laura Gunder- Voters California has taking and this measure empowers positions on propositions on all people to review, debate, sentence credits for good p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. back to the underworld." son's "Silent Sky," Decem- behavior and rehabilitation General admission is $15, The singing and dancing ber 2-11. the Nov. 8, 2016 ballot. and contribute to the laws PROP 51 – School that impact us all. or education. This measure or $10 for seniors and all are fantastic, and the cos- As for this show, "Per- could save tens of millions students. tumes - in hues of silvery forming The Addams Fam- Bonds: K-12 and Commu- PROP 55 – Children’s nity College -- YES Education and Health Care of dollars. It would be easy to think gray, gunmetal and obsid- ily during the Halloween PROP 58 – English that such affordable prices ian - are spot on: Morticia season makes perfect sense All CA schoolchildren Protection Act -- YES deserve school facilities in Prop 55 is key to main- Proficiency. Multilingual for live theater preclude slinks in a webby, lace dress and is truly a joy and an Education -- YES a top-notch production; it "cut down to Venezuela;" honor," says MacLean. "It good repair and equipped taining economic recovery Proposition 58 repeals would also be grievously Lurch skulks in a one-size- is not officially rated, but to provide all students a and growth in CA by con- the most restrictive parts wrong. No, the reasonable too-small butlers tuxedo; we are promoting it as ap- 21st century education. Our tinuing the current income prices mean just one thing: and Gomez strikes the per- propriate for children ages facilities are massive needs tax rates on the wealthi- of Proposition 227, a 1998 residents of the Tri-Valley fect balance between suave 8 and up. We are thrilled that require a large infusion est 2% of Californians, initiative that limited the are extremely fortunate to and smarmy in a tailored to add a costume parade, of funds. It is eight years established by the voters in methods CA schools can have a first-rate college the- suit. The ghostly attire of contest and trick-or-treating since the last statewide 2012. That measure, Prop use to teach English to ater in the area - allowing the 14 ancestors - including at the final matinee on Sun- bond measure was passed. 30, has moved CA toward students who are not native entire families and groups the hippie, Native Ameri- day, October 30, at 12:30 Chronic underfunding financial stability and English speakers. This of friends to experience the can, flapper, conquistador, p.m. It's a great way to get by the state has left most adequate funding for educa- measure addresses the ineq- excitement and energy live saloon girl, newsboy and everyone into the spirit of public schools unable to ad- tion and other services we uity of Prop 227 and frees performances offer. pilgrim - add whimsy and the season." dress student needs. Many depend on like health care. parents and their schools to "The work that we're zest to the production. Performances take place school districts have passed Without Prop 55 we will provide the best educational doing under the leadership Though each of the in the Barbara F. Mertes local bonds, but due to be back to the days of pink opportunities for all CA of Department Coordinator main characters is superb, Center for the Arts (Bldg. insufficient state matching slips for teachers, over- children regardless of their Titian Lish is stellar," says special mention must be 4000) in the southwest funds, that money remains crowded classrooms, and first language. The League MacLean. "It's a tremen- given Daniel Le as Gomez, corner of the LPC campus. unspent. Prop 51 will help community college students opposed Prop 227 nearly 20 dous learning platform who appears in nearly every Tickets are available online, address that need. waiting years for the classes years ago and urges your for our students, and an scene. One doesn't sense or at the door as space PROP 52 – State Fees on they need. support for this change. opportunity for the com- he is playing Gomez, but allows. Parking is $2 on Hospitals, Federal Medi- PROP 56 – Cigarette Tax PROP 59 – Constitution- munity to consistently see rather that he embodies Fridays, and on Saturdays Cal Matching Funds. No – NEUTRAL al Amendment Advisory quality, affordable shows in Gomez with a likability that before 6 p.m., with exact LWV recommendation Proposition 56 estab- Measure -- NO a beautiful venue. We are is essential to heart of the change needed for the because League positions lishes an increased tax on Eliminating the corrupt- very lucky!" show. kiosks. Parking is free after do not cover the issue. cigarettes, with the money ing influence of money in Much like the '60s TV "As funny as The Ad- 6 p.m. on Saturdays and all PROP 53 – Revenue collected from this tax our democracy is a vital series, the musical high- dams Family musical is, day on Sundays. Bonds, Statewide Voter earmarked for health care concern. Unfortunately, this lights the comically maca- my favorite scene is when "This show is an abso- Approval. No LWV recom- and tobacco use prevention. vague, poorly drafted ballot bre world of the Addams. Gomez sings 'Happy/Sad' to lute blast to put on and to mendation because League The League does not gener- measure is not the solution. What adds soul to the play his daughter Wednesday," prepare, and I want the au- positions do not cover the A constitutional amendment is that the characters are says Le. "I'm a sucker for dience to have as much fun ally support earmarks, but issue. is neutral on this measure to overturn Citizens United dealing with real challenges sappy scenes, and this one watching it as I do perform- PROP 54 – California may have appeal as a quick that all families face: trust, takes the cake. I'm secretly ing in it," adds Le. "It's full because of the benefits from Legislature Transparency fix, but in reality it is a acceptance, staying con- hoping to make all the dads of laughter and sincerity reducing smoking and the Act -- YES slow, laborious, costly, and nected, children's growing in the audience cry." and great moments. I can't increased funding for health Prop 54 will make our care. potentially unsuccessful independence, and commit- The Addams Family is imagine anyone walking strategy. A poorly written ment to working through the first of several produc- out without a smile on his state government more PROP 57 – Public Safety open, honest, and account- and Rehabilitation Act -- amendment could have change. tions the college offers each or her face." significant unintended con- "The Addams Family is season. Smiling definitely, and able. With this common- YES sense reform, every bill This measure restores sequences—not the least of back in a whole new light," "We shifted from a two- perhaps whistling an ir- which is squelching actual says Amber Hill, who plays production season to a four- repressible tune: "So get a must be in print and posted the authority of judges, online for at least 72 hours not prosecutors, to decide political speech Voters de- the suffragette ancestor. or five-production season witch's shawl on, a broom- serve a fair election system "Little Wednesday Addams in an effort to give our stick you can crawl on, before it may pass out of ei- if juveniles as young as ther house—preventing last 14 should be tried in adult today, not years or decades has grown up and fallen students more performance we're gonna pay a call on, from now. Instead of look- in love with a normal boy, and technical opportunities, The Addams Family!" minute, closed-door chang- court, a right judges had ing to an imagined silver much to brother Pugsley's and for the community to To learn more, visit es. A video recording of until 2000. The prosecution bullet, we need to take chagrin. She tells her father see the fine work we do at www.laspositascollege. every public meeting of the may file a motion, but the Gomez that they're getting an affordable cost to them," edu/performingarts, or call Legislature must be posted court decides. Proposition broad action now, including married and makes him lie says Lish. "It is so impor- (925) 424-1120. online in a timely way. Our 57 will also reduce the state fixing our Federal Elections about it to her mother Mor- tant that theater remain democracy is stronger when prison population and costs Commission, expanding October 13, 2016 • The Independent 7 disclosure laws, overturning munition, requires people prisoner’s ability to present CA’s ban on public financ- to notify law enforcement if new evidence of their in- ing of elections, and asking their guns are lost or stolen, nocence. Raising significant October National Bullying Prevention Month a new Supreme Court to and ensures that people constitutional issues, this The Pleasanton City Council has proclaimed October as National Bullying Prevention revisit the ruling. convicted of gun theft are could cause more delays, Month, and has further proclaimed a citywide Unity Day on Wednesday, October 19, PROP 60 – Adult Films. ineligible to own guns. increase taxpayers’ costs 2016, and is asking everyone to wear orange in support of kindness and inclusion. Condoms. Health Require- PROP 64 – Marijuana and add layers of bureau- “Nationally, one out of every four students reports being bullied during the school ments) -- NO LWV recom- Legalization -- NO LWV cracy. It is estimated the year,” said Becky Hopkins, Interim Assistant to the Pleasanton City Manager, adding mendation because League recommendation because state would need as many “and that 57 percent of the time, bullying will stop if a peer intervenes on behalf of the positions do not cover this League positions do not as 400 new taxpayer-funded student who is being bullied.” issue. cover this issue. attorneys to meet the The city, through its Community Education Series, will be hosting a free workshop PROP 61 – State Pre- PROP 65 – Sowing demand. The wise choice is focusing on cyberbullying and how to help teens navigate social media. scription Drug Purchases. Confusion About the Plastic NO on 66 and YES on 62 to Other ways in which communities and individuals can get involved include: changing Pricing Standards -- NO Bag Ban -- NO save costs, provide restitu- profile picture to the Pleasanton Unites Against Bullying logo, which can be downloaded LWV recommendation Don’t be confused by tion, and prevent executing by visiting the Unity Day page at http://ptownlife.org website, using the #UnityDay2016 because League positions this deceptive measure— innocent people. and #PTownUnites2016 hashtags to join the conversation and add a voice to unite do not cover this issue. vote NO. Large players PROP 67 – Protect Cali- against bullying. PROP 62 – Justice That in the plastic bag industry fornia’s Plastic Bag Ban Works: Death Penalty Abo- spent millions to put this -- YES lition -- YES disingenuous initiative The League urges a YES Proposition 62 will on the ballot, creating a vote on Proposition 67 to abolish the death penalty, distraction that could thwart retain California’s plastic replacing it with life with- California’s effort to rein in bag ban. The question out possibility of parole. It plastic bag waste and litter. on the referendum is not will ensure time in prison The plastic bag industry intuitive, you are being PLAN NOW INSTEAD OF THE COURT DECIDING LATER is spent in work, with an wants to use this measure asked if you want to retain increased portion of wages to damage the hard-won the new law. Vote YES to FOR HOMEOWNERS...WILLS RARELY AVOID PROBATE going to restitution to agreement between envi- keep the 2014 statewide victims’ families. Families ronmentalists and grocers law prohibiting single- ASSISTANCE FOR YOUR SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE WHEN YOU PASS deserve restitution, not that made the plastic bag use carryout bags. These EVERY HOMEOWNER - SINGLE OR MARRIED - SHOULD ATTEND THIS SEMINAR endless legal appeals, and ban possible. This is not plastic film bags pollute our closure through knowing about helping fund envi- oceans, pose a deadly threat these worst criminals will ronmental programs, but is to marine wildlife, clutter never be released. CA has simply intended to cause our landscapes, create toxic spent more than $5 billion enough voter confusion byproducts when manufac- to execute 13 people since that the more significant tured, and are very difficult 1978. Nothing indicates this environmental measure, to recycle. CA grocers and has been effective in reduc- Proposition 67, fails. Don’t other retailers support the ing crime, while the risk be confused. Vote NO on 65 ban, and many cities and of executing the innocent and Vote YES on 67. counties have local mea- PLAN TO ATTEND THIS FREE SEMINAR remains. PROP 66 – Shorten- sures that are working. • Create new or replace old, outdated documents • Guardianship issues for your children PROP 63 – Safety for ing Death Penalty Appeals Don’t let out-of-state plastic • Keep your affairs private and out of the courts • What happens without a Living Trust All Act -- YES -- NO bag industry players stop • Provisions for your grandchildren • Danger of Joint Tenancy The facts are sobering. This poorly written mea- our progress. A YES vote From 2002 to 2011, 38,576 sure would greatly increase retains the existing ban law. Californians died from gun California’s risk of execut- Barbara Hempill, violence, including 2,258 ing an innocent person by League of Women Voters LIVERMORE children. In the U.S.. more shortening the time for California, Pleasanton Shari’s Restaurant than 300 Americans are appeals and limiting the 1116 E. Stanley Boulevard shot each day, more than FREE 80 of them fatally. Prop Tuesday, October 18th ~ 1 to 2 pm 63 helps counter those statistics by strengthening background check systems Bring this ad and ensuring that CA law and receive enforcement shares data $300 OFF about dangerous people your Living Trust with the FBI. It ensures that package at the dangerous criminals and Seminar domestic abusers sell or transfer their firearms after they are convicted. This measure requires businesses that sell ammunition to report lost or stolen am- 8 The Independent • October 13, 2016 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th Chris LeBel. 2245-C South Vasco Rd., www.firehousearts.org, 925-931- Theatre. Nov. 5-20. Firehouse Arts centered book group led by a small Livermore Art Association Gallery, Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at 294-8647. 4848, or at the center Box Office, 4444 Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasan- group of book club veterans, with located in the Carnegie Building, offers the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Eighth Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton ton. 931-4848, www.firehousearts.org. reading selections based on member art classes, unusual gifts, painting St., Livermore. Artists bring finished MUSIC/CONCERTS Jimmie Vaughan & The Tilt-a-Whirl One Man Star Wars Trilogy, 8 p.m. Nov. recommendations and consensus. rentals, art exhibits and information or unfinished work to show and if Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- Band; 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27. Bankhead 11. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., No homework required– share your pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third desired, receive a critique from the urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org insights or just listen in! Contact St., Livermore. The gallery has been group. Refreshments are brought by South Livermore Ave., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- or 373-6800. Nancy Tingstrom Turner at ntingstr@ open since 1974 and is run as a co-op some of the artists, and a donation of Chris Bradley's Jazz Band ap- 6800. Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Nile, yahoo.com. by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. $5.00 is desired although not manda- pears regularly at: The Castle Rock Acoustic Alchemy, 8 p.m. Oct. 28. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15. Bankhead Theater, Storied Nights: An Evening of Spoken 11:30-4 p.m. For information call tory. Contact for this event is D’Anne Restaurant in Livermore/on Portola Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., 2400 First St., Livermore. www.bank- Word. 2nd Thursday of each month. 449-9927. Miller at [email protected], or Avenue-- the 2nd Tuesday each month Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org headtheater.org or 373-6800. Features local authors reading their Members of the Pleasanton Art League Linda Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreper- from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, or 373-6800. work 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee Public Art Circuit are currently formingarts.org small cover. . Philharmonia Baroque, 7:30 p.m. Nov. COMEDY and Tea, 152 So. Livermore Ave., Liver- exhibiting art at six businesses in the ACC/Art Critique & Coffee, Discuss and Strings, folk, Scandinavia and the 3. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., 3 Blonde Moms, Saturday, October more. Sponsored by LVPAC and Peet's. Pleasanton - Dublin Area. Viewing share work with Professional Artists Shetlands music, in an intimate Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org 8, 8:00 p.m. at the Firehouse Arts Information go to http://facebook.com/ locations are: Bank of America at 337 in sketching, painting, exhibiting and homey environment, hear the Nordic or 373-6800. Center in Pleasanton. Reserved seating StoriedNights Main Street, Pleasanton; Pleasanton marketing your work. ACC members Fiddlers Bloc (http://www.thenordicfid- Run Boy Run, 8 p.m. Nov. 4. Bankhead tickets $15- $25. Semi-scripted PG Harvest Fair, noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 15. Chamber of Commerce at 777 Peters currently working on exhibiting theme dlersbloc.com/) at a house concert Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. 13 standup comedy show includes Dublin Heritage Park & Museums, Street, Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & works, under the Inspiration of "The in South Livermore on Thursday www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- material about being a Mom, having 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin. Farm Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard Road, Artist's Edge /The Edge of Art & Chosen October 13. Doors open at 6:00 for 6800. a Mom, kids, schools, husbands, harvest activities, wagon rides, gold Pleasanton; US Bank at 749 Main Pathways." Meets and Critiques Friday schmoozing, light refreshments, and The Willis Clan, 8 p.m. Nov. 18. neighbors, in-laws and more. All the panning, bluegrass music, vendors, Street, Pleasanton; Edward Jones at mornings in Pleasanton. PoetryOnCan- enjoying the sunset in the garden. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Moms have many theater , TV, and fall goods, and more. 452-2100. Free 6601 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin; and [email protected] Food and drink contributions to the Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org film credits, and long standup comedy admission; activities $5 wristband. The Bagel Street Café at 6762 Bernal Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday table are most welcome. Music will or 373-6800. resumes including numerous Comedy The Ghosts of Dublin, 6:30 to 11 Avenue Pleasanton. If interested in 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring begin at 7:00, with a 15 minute break. Del Valle Fine Arts, Stephen Waarts, Central appearances. Tickets available p.m. Oct. 28. Dublin Heritage Park & becoming a member of the Pleasanton their own materials and easels. Open All donations are for the musicians violin, Nov. 19, 8 p.m. Bankhead The- at www.firehousearts.org, 925-931- Museums, 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin. Art League or for information regard- to all artists. Professional artist models and will be collected at the door. ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. 4848, or at the center Box Office, 4444 flashlight cemetery tours, dark and ing the Public Art Circuit, call John (nude). No instructor. Students under Suggested amount: $20-25 per adult, bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. spooky history. Register at www. Trimingham at (510) 877-8154. 18 need written parental permission to $5 per child. CDs will be available for 4th annual Holiday Youth Music Fes- The Second City: Free Speech While DublinRedGuide.com. Museum on Main, Livermore Valley attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell purchase. Please RSVP to stketzler@ tival featuring local young musicians, Supplies Last, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13. Downtown Halloween Carnival, down- Opera exhibit 25 Years of Music and Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. gmail.com for further information and 6 p.m. Nov. 26. Firehouse Arts Center, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., town Livermore, Oct. 29, 1 to 5 p.m. Magic,featuring posters, costumes, Coffee, tea and refreshments are include the number in party. Space 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. 931- Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org costume contests, games for children props, and pieces of sets as well as available. Call or e-mail Barbara is limited. 4848, www.firehousearts.org. or 373-6800. in grade 5 and under. www.livermore footage of live LVO performances, Stanton for more info about the work- Marc Broussard, Soulful Bayou Blues. Pleasanton Community Concert Band, Free Comedy Show every Thursday downtown.com 25 Years of Music and Magic. Runs shop, 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ Friday, October 14, 8:00 p.m. at the holiday concert, 2 p.m. Nov. 27. at Sanctuary from 7:30-9pm in the Jeans and Jewels, Tri-Valley Conservan- through October 16. Pleasanton’s earthlink.net. Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 First cy, November 4, evening of delicious Museum on Main is open to the PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, now Reserved seating tickets $30- $40. Ave., Plesanton. Frree, donations ap- St. in Livermore. wine, food, games and dancing. www. public Tuesday through Saturday 10-4 meeting the 1st Thursday and 3rd Louisiana’s own Broussard tours with preciated. www.pleasantonband.org trivalleyconservancy.org and Sunday 1-4. 603 Main Street in Wednesday of each month 7:00 at The Zach Brown, Bonnie Raitt, Dave Mat- Handel’s Messiah 2016, Pacific MOVIES Golden Gate Cat Club fall cat show, downtown Pleasanton; 462-2766, and Corner Bakery Cafe in Pleasanton. Join thews Band, Chris Isaak, Willie Nelson, Chamber Orchestra. 2 p.m. Nov. 27. The Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Nov. 5, ”Colors Of Autumn." The show general inquiries by e-mail may be us as we challenge ourselves to poeti- Maroon 5, Gavin DeGraw; performs Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Library will feature a range of genres. is open to the public from 9 – 5 at the directed to [email protected]. cally relay our thoughts, emotions and on the Tonight Show, Late Night, and Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org “On the Islands,” themed films will Robert Livermore Community Center, Pleasanton Art League’s 7th Annual experiences through poetry. Become a Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and is recipient or 373-6800. be shown the first Thursday of each 4444 East Ave, Livermore. Admission Fall Members’ Juried Exhibition at member & share your work - Contact of HARD ROCK’s prestigious Love All month through June 2017. 6:30 p.m. is $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for kids and the Harrington Gallery runs through [email protected] for more Serve All Award. Tickets available ON THE STAGE at the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 seniors, and a family rate is available Wednesday, October 19. Art media info on Theme Challenges, Member- at www.firehousearts.org, 925-931- The Cashore Marionettes – “Life in Old Bernal Avenue. Free admission. for $25.00. Parking is free in the lot in a variety of disciplines will be ship & Opportunities. 4848, or at the center Box Office, 4444 Motion.” Friday, October 21, 7:30 Everyone is welcome to attend. Some off Loyola Way. The snack bar will have represented. Regular gallery hours: Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the last Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. p.m.; Saturday, October 22, 2:00 p.m. films are mature in content and may refreshments. Proceeds are donated Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from Saturday from 12 noon-1 p.m. at Julie Fowlis, Music of the Scottish In a rare engagement, the famous not be suitable for children. For more to a variety of local rescue organiza- 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 Galina’s Music Studio located at 1756 Isles, 8 p.m. Oct. 14. Bankhead The- Cashore Marionettes present their information or assistance, please tions, and to the Winn Foundation, a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gallery at First St., Livermore. Confirm participa- ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. magical live performance titled “Life in contact the Pleasanton Public Library dedicated to feline research and cures the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasan- tion by calling (925) 960-1194 or via bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Motion” at the Firehouse Arts Center at (925) 931-3400, extension 4. Visit for disease. Rescue cats and kittens ton, 4444 Railroad Avenue. Donations the website at www.GalinasMusicStu- Del Valle Fine Arts, Jon Nakamatsu, in Pleasanton. Reserved seating www.pleasantonlibrary.org for a list of available for adoption. For more always appreciated. dio.com. Beginners are welcome. Bring piano, Oct. 15, 8 p.m. Bankhead The- tickets $10- $18. One-of-a-kind live films and more information. information, call 925-934-3471. Blackhawk Gallery, Alamo Danville some music to share with the group. ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. theatrical performance. In a series Julie Lythcott-Halms, Rae Dorough Artists’ Society presents Blackhawk Ukuleles are available for purchase. bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. of scenes taken from everyday life AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS Speaker Series, Author of How Gallery’s new Exhibit Chroma. On view Small $10 fee to cover meeting costs. Pleasanton Community Concert Band, and set to music by composers such Auditions for Brighton Beach Memoirs to Raise an Adult: “Throw out the seven days a week from September 23 family concert, 2 p.m. Oct. 16. Fire- as Beethoven, Vivaldi, Strauss, and by Neil Simon, Las Positas College check-list child.” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10. to November 27. Free and open to the WINE & SPIRITS house Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Copland, characters of depth, integrity, production, Nov. 14-17, Directed by Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, public. The Chroma exhibit features Cedar Mountain Winery, Traditional Pleasanton. Free admission, donations and humanity are portrayed unlike Ken Ross. For more info visit www. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org one guest artist and forty-one member Halloween Candy and Wine Paring, appreciated. www.pleasantonband.org anything else in theater today. Tickets laspositascollege.edu/thea/auditions. or 373-6800. artists. www.BlackhawkGallery.org every Friday-Sunday in October (noon Livermore-Amador Symphony Pops available at www.firehousearts. Performs in the Spring. Hometown Heroes, noon to 1:30 p.m. Barbara Metes Theater Gallery, featur- to 4 p.m.) Cedar Mountain Winery & Concert, Oct. 21, www.livermoreama- org, 925-931-4848, or at the center Nov. 10. Dublin Senior Center, 7600 ing, 'Rooted in Nature' photography Port Works, 10843 Reuss Rd., Liver- dorsymphony.org/pops Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, MISCELLANEOUS Amador Valley Blvd., Dublin.. www. by award winning artists Lee Serles more. www.cedarmountainwinery.com County Line Trio – Salute to The Pleasanton. Political Issues Book Club meets the rotarydublin.org. and Barbara Nichols Reynolds. Show: We think you will be delighted. Tasting Kingston Trio. Sunday, October 23, The Addams Family Musical, based on 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Holiday Craft Boutique, 10 a.m. Nov. 10/10 - 10/28. Reception: 10/18 fees apply. 2:00 p.m.at the Firehouse Arts Center the TV show, Oct. 21-30, Fri./Sat. 8 books about issues and trends that 19, Dublin Senior Center, 4600 Amador from 6 - 7:30. Gallery is also open Nottingham Cellars, Livermore, Thurs- in Pleasanton. Reserved seating tickets p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Las Positas College, are driving current affairs in both the Valley Blvd., Dublin. Presented by during school hours and during theater day tasting room hours resume to $15- $25. Songs include: Remember 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. national and international arenas. Dublin Senior Center and Dublin Senior performances. Building 4000 Lobby at 12-4:30pm. October Friday Live Music Tom Dooley, Lemon Tree, Charlie on the www.laspositascollege.edu Topics that have been covered include Foundation. Las Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill and Happy Hour: Join us for music on MTA, Scotch and Soda, Worried Man In the Heights, Tri-Valley Repertory politics, governance, economics, mili- Stunt Dogs, 2 and 6 p.m. Nov. 20. Drive, Livermore. Parking $2. the patio from 5:30-7:30pm. Happy and Where Have All The Flowers Gone? Theater production, weekends Oct. tary affairs, history, sociology, science, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Hour 5-7pm - 10/14 BosCo Duo, Wonderful three-part harmonies, with 22 to Nov. 6. Bankhead Theater, 2400 the climate, and religion. Contact Rich Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org MEETINGS/CLASSES 10/21 Mark Clarin, 10/28 Nick Tyrrel. guitar and banjo, blended with delight- First St., Livermore. 373-6800 or www. at 872-7923, for further questions Show and Tell, Artists are invited to Saturday Music on the Patio 1-4pm - ful banter, jokes and just cutting-up bankheadtheater.org. We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- a monthly function at the Bothwell 10/15- Dave Land, Meredith McHenry, and having fun. Tickets available at My Fair Lady, Pacific Coast Repertory October 13, 2016 • The Independent 9 SHORT NOTES

Tutors Sought becue will be hot and ready for popular with clients, chauffeurs nual activity. a reservation, or go to the Black Pleasanton Library’s Lit- anyone that would like to cook Stanford Health Care and the entire staff, the company Those wanting to participate Tie Facebook page at www. eracy Program needs volunteer their dinner. Hot chocolate and Stanford Health Care has decided to make it a regular an- can call 800-445-0444 to make facebook.com/BlackTieTrans. tutors to help adults with English s'mores will be available to enjoy achieved the Magnet Recogni- skills. A volunteer may work at the campfire. A $4 per person tion for nursing excellence, one-on-one with a student, and/ donation is requested. For ques- which is the highest national or assist in our Group Literacy tions and to make reservations, honor for nursing. The American Sully Premier Helps to Raise Funds Classes. please call 925-960-2400. Please Nurses Credentialing Center’s New tutor training will take sign up early – space is limited. Magnet Recognition Program® The Rotary Club of the Livermore Valley held a fundraiser at Livermore Cinemas place Sat., Oct. 29 from 9:30 There is a $7 per vehicle identifies superior quality in parking fee at either entrance to Monday evening, September 12. A sold out crowd watched the Tom Hanks/Clint East- a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pleasanton nursing care by evaluating wood film, Sully. This movie was based on the 2009 event when Chesley Sullenberger, a Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue. Sycamore Grove Park. There is performance outcomes. This is The Literacy Program pro- an annual parking pass available the third time Stanford Health pilot for USA Air, was forced to make an emergency landing on the Hudson River. vides the books and materials. that provides significant savings Care has achieved this recogni- The movie was based not only on Sully’s skill in landing a huge aircraft on water, but A volunteer should be at over the daily fee for regular tion, which is awarded every emphasized the aftermath of this event. When a pilot loses a multi-million dollar aircraft least 18 years old, and fluent in park visitors. Participants may four years. the ugly head of blame comes to the surface. Tom Hanks, as always, did a masterful job American English, and be able call 925-960-2400 for more Magnet-recognized orga- information. portraying the inner thoughts and reflections of Mr. Sullenberger. to devote a consistent hour or nizations consistently demon- The Rotary Club of Livermore holds 2-3 of these movie nights per year to support the two weekly for a minimum of strate: 6 months. Drug Take Back • Higher patient satisfaction club’s grant program. Each year the club donates ten thousand dollars to worthy organi- This session will introduce Dublin Police Services will with nurse communication, zations in Livermore. In the past year various groups such as the Livermore-Pleasanton interested individuals to the be participating, along with the availability of help, and receipt Firefighters Foundation, the Charity Bike Institute, the Tri-Valley Stem Outreach, the literacy program and provide Drug Enforcement Administra- of discharge information. Livermore Art Association and Tri-Valley Haven have received grants. Also schools in an orientation on teaching tion, in this year’s national pre- • Lower risk of 30-day the Livermore Joint Unified School District have received grants; and the Livermore Val- resources, lesson planning and scription drug “Take-Back Initia- mortality and lower failure to ley Education Foundation has matched these grants to our local schools. teaching techniques. The only rescue rates. tive.” The goal of the event is The Fall Grant program will be starting shortly and organizations can apply for these prerequisite is a desire to help to collect potentially dangerous • Lower rates of falls. others improve their English. expired, unused, and unwanted Currently, only 444 U.S. by looking for an application on the club website at livermorevalleyrotary.org. Meetings For more information or prescription drugs for destruc- health care organizations out of are held Tuesday morning (7AM) at Beeb’s Restaurant at the Las Positas Golf Course. to register for the orientation tion. The free and anonymous more than 6,300 U.S. hospitals People who want to learn more about the group and are looking for an avenue to be session, contact achilds@cityof- collection event will take place have achieved Magnet recogni- involved in the community are welcome to attend a meeting. pleasantonca.gov on Saturday, October 22, 10:00 tion. a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the Civic Halloween Fun Center parking lot at 100 Civic Black Tie Goes Pink Halloween Fun will be the Plaza. Dublin Police Officers To commemorate Breast topic of a program presented will collect tablets, capsules, Cancer Awareness Month, in Sun., Oct. 9 by the Livermore and all other solid dosage forms October Black Tie Transporta- Area Recreation and Park Dis- of prescription medications, no tion’s chauffeurs will go “Pink trict ranger staff. Meet Ranger questions asked. Intravenous so- Tie” to raise money for breast Dawn Soles at 4:30 p.m. at the lutions, injectables, and syringes cancer research. reservable picnic area at Syca- will not be accepted. For every customer who more Grove Park. City of Dublin residents are mentions “Pink Tie” at the time This program features some also welcome and encouraged of booking a reservation or likes early Halloween celebrating. to bring any type of documents Black Tie on their Facebook Play spooky games (with prizes), containing personal or sensitive page, the company will donate carve pumpkins, enjoy sing-a- information to be professionally $10 toward the Breast Cancer long songs around a campfire and shredded on-site. The maximum Research Foundation. All chauf- learn the history of Halloween. drop-off is four boxes. Residents feurs will exchange their regular This program will last two to 2½ participating in the shredding black ties for bright pink ones, hours. Please bring your own event must provide a valid I.D. so customers can be reminded pumpkin and carving tools if you with a Dublin address. For more of the effort. have them. Carving stencils will information, call the Dublin Last year, Black Tie began be provided, and there will be a Police Crime Prevention Unit at this special effort and raised few tools to borrow. The bar- 925-833-6677 or 925-833-6686. over $1,000. Because it was so 10 The Independent • October 13, 2016

Fusion 40th BULLETIN BOARD

Anniversary Featured (Organizations wishing to run notices Tickets including lunch are $23. Reservations in Bulletin Board, send information to PO and payment are required. Call 541-554- Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care 8386 or email [email protected] Abby Wambach of Bulletin Board or email information to for reservation information. Reservation [email protected]. Include name of deadline October 13. organization, meeting date, time, place and Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club Livermore Fusion Soccer Club hosted a 40th anni- theme or subject. Phone number and contact meets on October 13, 2016 at 7:00pm. The versary celebration Saturday, September 10 at Robert- person should also be included. Deadline is meeting takes place at Alisal School, 1454 5 p.m. Friday.) Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. Rose Loveall- son Park in Livermore. Granada High School 50th Class Sale will be speaking on “Herbs." From Soccer superstar Abby Wambach headlined the Reunion, first graduating class will celebrate Strawberry Mint to Doone Valley thyme, Rose event. Fusion and Wambach partnered on "Every Goal its 50th reunion on Homecoming weekend, will broaden your herb horizons and help you Counts," a fundraising campaign that culminated with October 28th and 29th. On Friday night join add interest and variety to your home and Granada Alumni for the pre Homecoming garden via marvelous herbs. Check the web Saturday's celebration. The campaign raised over football game BBQ at 5 p.m. The class will site at WWW.lavgc.org or call Jeri Stark at Playing for Pomona-Pitzer, Joe Schafer has continued $48,000 for juvenile diabetes research, Fusion financial be recognized that evening. On Saturday, 541-554-8386 for more information. aid, and Fusion TOPSoccer, a soccer program for spe- October 29th at 2:00 attend an Ed Brush Blood drive, the Livermore City Clerk’s his water polo career at the collegiate level after being Poetry Books Release party at Alden Lane Office will host an American Red Cross blood named a two-time All-America athlete. cial needs children. Players from Fusion and neighbor- Nursery. Former students and teachers drive on Wednesday, October 26, 2016. ing soccer clubs raised all of the money. will be reading from the books. Book sale The Red Cross mobile unit will be in the For five hours under a scorching sun, Wambach proceeds go to Ed’s wife Leona. From 6:00- Police Department parking lot at 1052 South 9:00 Saturday evening the reunion dinner Livermore Avenue from 9:00 am to 3:00 treated the 200+ attendees to clinics, meet & greets, will be held at Cattlemen’s Restaurant 2882 pm. Save time by completing and printing Foothill High School autographs, photos, a Q&A session, selfie shoots, Kitty Hawk Road Livermore. The Class of the RapidPass questionnaire the day of your and contests. For the grand finale, Wambach played 1966 welcomes classmates from 1967, 1968 appointment. RapidPass can be found at Falcon Water Polo Players and 1969 along with Livermore High School www.redcrossblood.org/rapidpass. All are in scrimmages with the top 32 fundraisers. The event friends. Contact Jacquie Williams-Courtright welcome. For more information or to schedule Receive All-American Honors concluded with lunch for Wambach and the top ten for more information and dinner reservations. your appointment, visit www.redcrossblood. fundraisers at Patxi's Pizza, sponsored by Provident [email protected] or 925-447-0280. org and enter sponsor code: Livermore.. GNON (Girls Night Out Networking), 5 Livermore High School PTSA safe Two Foothill High Bank Mortgage. to 7 p.m. Mon., Nov. 7. Action 1 Properties, and sober grad night fundraising: Sat., School water polo players Wambach is the leading goal scorer in international 2340 Santa Rita Rd., Suite 9, Pleasanton. Oct. 22 and Sun., Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. were recently announced as soccer history, two-time Olympic gold medalist, six- November mixer. RSVP by Nov. 5; prepayment at the high school, 600 Maple St., Livermore. time US Soccer Federation Athlete of the Year, World required. www/gnon.org/rsvp/html, questions E-Waste collection – Old phones, computers, All-America athletes for the 487-4748. TVs. Plant Sale - Core Conservation Growers 2015-2016 school year. For Cup Champion, and member of the 2015 TIME 100 Livermore Community Blood Drive: (Jeff Anhorn Nursery). USDA Meat Sale – the second time in Foothill list of the most influential people in the world. Earlier Friday, October 21, 1-7 p.m., Asbury United Choice grade meat. Stock up for the holidays, this year Wambach received ESPN's first-ever ESPY Methodist Church, 4743 East Avenue. Every “Buddy-Up” and split large quantities! Water Polo’s history, a single day, Bay Area hospitals need over Butcher on site to cut meats (nominal fee player or players were se- icon award, along with Kobe Bryant and Peyton Man- 300 units of blood to keep sick and injured for cutting). Information email livermore- lected for All-America. Jo- ning. patients alive. Come donate, bring a friend [email protected] or visit www. Fusion Board President Dave Moore called the or family member to the drive and help save livermorehighschoolptsa.com. seph Schafer and Dominic a life. Register at www.redcrossblood.org Widowed Men and Women of Northern Scalise, both 2016 gradu- event a "perfect way to celebrate our 40th anniversary. and use ASBURY925 as the Sponsor Code, or CA, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. annual picnic in Pleasan- ates, earned 5th Team and Abby Wambach was truly inspirational and left many call Thomas Petty at 925-980-8164 for more ton, open event, RSVP to Ruby at 462-9636. young players with unforgettable memories of a very information. Oct. 22, 1 p.m. friendly bridge in Dublin, Honorable Mention honors, Grants Available, Rotarian Foundation RSVP by Oct. 15 to Dolores, 833-1908. Oct. respectively. Joseph Schafer special day. It was an amazing event that will leave of Livermore is now accepting applications 23, 1 p.m. lunch in Livermore, RSVP by Oct. earned the first All-America a lasting impression on Fusion, the kids who partici- for 2017 community grants. Grant applicants 20 to Ruby, 462-9636. Oct. 30, 1 p.m. brunch honor for Foothill in the Dominic Scalise had a pated, and the City of Livermore." are limited to organizations serving youth in in San Ramon, RSVP by Oct. 27 to Marsha, Assemblywoman Catharine Baker and Livermore Livermore. The Livermore Rotarian Founda- 830-8483. prior year, 2014-2015. breakout season his senior tion now partners with the Livermore Valley Holiday Boutique: Mom2Mom is host- Joseph Schafer was year at Foothill that helped Mayor John Marchand each presented proclamations Education Foundation. Grant applications ing its annual holiday boutique on Saturday a standout in the league earn him All-America honoring Fusion for 40 years of service. "Fusion Soc- can be found online at www.rotarianfoun- November 12 from 9-3 at Harvest Valley cer Club has enriched the lives of local young athletes dationlivermore.org. Deadline for submitting Church, 3200 Hopyard Road in Pleasanton. and section. Joe was voted honors. applications is December 9, 2016. Contact Shop for unique quality handcrafted items First Team All-League, and and families for 40 years, and that is a great milestone Marty Plone for additional information on made by local crafters and artisans. Draw- Second Team All-Section to celebrate," noted Baker. "Having Abby Wambach grant criteria and the application process ings will be held throughout the day. as a dominant MVP of our there to congratulate, encourage, answer questions (925) 443-2629 43rd Annual Bazaar, Friday and All-League, for which only from, and play with the kids just shows how much Armchair Travelers, Livermore Library, Saturday, November 4-5, from 9:00 a.m. till Foothill High School water six players are chosen. Oct. 13, 1:30 p.m. rank and Sigrid Rainer will 3:00 p.m. Unique handmade gifts, children’s Fusion means to our community. Thank you Fusion SC present a slideshow entitled “Cuba: 60 Years items, holiday decorations for Fall and Christ- polo team, after both his Dominic was also second in junior and senior seasons. for promoting the love of soccer and bringing our com- Later.” Frank and Sigrid will share photo- mas, and ornaments. Jellies, candies, and EBAL assists and scored 41 munity together for 40 years!" graphs and stories of their Cuban adventures. baked goods available. Holy Cross Lutheran Joseph also tied for second goals. His best game was Adults are invited to this free program on Church, 1020 Mocho Street, Livermore. in league MVP voting in Wambach is passionate about TOPSoccer, and her the second Thursday of each month in the Holiday Craft Boutique, Livermore his final game of the league TOPSoccer clinic provided some of the day's more Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary is hosting his senior year, an endorse- schedule against rival Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, their annual Holiday Craft Show on Saturday ment by opposing coaches. memorable moments. Katie Moe is a Pleasanton real- Livermore. For additional information, call November 5th at 527 N Livermore Ave from 9 Amador Valley. Dominic tor whose company helped sponsor the event. Her This second All-America scored 5 goals in that game 925 373-5500. to 3 pm. Come shop for handmade treasures honor is a great cap to his daughter Taylor is a Fusion TOPSoccer player who Backyard Chickens! will be the topic from vendors, take a chance on a raffle, have to lead us to a win against participated in the clinic. "Abby connected with Taylor of a workshop 11 a.m. to noon on Oct. 15 at lunch and purchase some delicious baked high school playing career. FertileGround Works Garden of Grace - free to goods. Proceeds go to the local food bank our rivals for the first time on so many different levels," said Moe. "Throughout Joseph is currently play- in several years. This All- the public Asbury United Methodist Church, and animal shelter. For more information or if ing at Pomona-Pitzer in the day Taylor kept wanting to play with Abby or give 4743 East Ave., Livermore. interested in being a participant, call Evy Barr America honor is a testa- her a high five. And all night Taylor kept saying that Livermore Amador Valley Garden @ 925-980-7216 Claremont. Club will be hosting the District Garden ment to his perseverance she and Abby were 'forever friends.' This was the best Voter registration will take place at Dominic Scalise stepped in his sport. Dominic is Clubs luncheon at Alden Lane Nursery on Livermore Thursday Farmers' Market 5-7pm unexpected gift for my Taylor and our family." October 27 from 9:30am to 2PM. Amanda and at Pleasanton Saturday Farmer’s Market up his play in his senior currently attending Baylor year, earning Second Team For more information on Fusion soccer visit www. Prescott from Alden Lane Nursery will speak 9 am-1 pm through Oct. 22. Ballot informa- University in Waco, Texas. fusionsc.org. on “Future Gardeners and the Environment”. tion will be available. Register online at

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RegisterToVote.CA.gov. The last day to mail-in closed Sundays & holidays. ans affairs. Interested veterans will meet with Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., and register online is Oct 24, 2016. Hosted Writing Club for Young Adults. age 13 other like-minded veterans for camaraderie EastBaySecularJews.org. a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 4th Ward: by Tri-Valley for Our Revolution. Contact Kyoko through 21 will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on and support of veteran’s causes. The Ameri- First Church of Christ, Scientist, littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 Sunday 9:30 a.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Takayama 925-290-7124. October 20, November 10, and December 15, can Legion is the largest federally chartered Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. Pathway Community Church, 6533 Dublin 1st Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Spirit Run, Sunday morning, October 2016. Livermore Civic Center Library, 1188 veteran’s organization that is the veterans Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Village Parkway. 30, 2016 is the “purrfect” time to dress South Livermore Avenue, Livermore. The club lobby and voice to congress. The Livermore held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, John Knox Presbyterian Church, 7421 like a black cat and join the Rotary Club of is free and no registration is required. Led by American Legion Post 47 meets the second and reading room are located at Third and adult programs. Biblically based practical Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship service Livermore’s 5 or 10 K Spirit Run to benefit lo- published Young Adult author, J.L. Powers. For and fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 PM N Streets. The Reading Room, which is messages, nondenominational. All are at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3-18 cal community projects. Serious runners and more information, visit Teen Space page on at the Veterans Memorial Building, 522 South open to the public, features books, CDs and welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. during worship. Adult education Sundays families alike are welcome at this event that the library’s website: www.livermorelibrary. L Street, Livermore. Enter the building from magazines for sale. For information, call org (925) 829-4793. at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group Sundays begins and ends at the Carnegie Park Rotary net, or contact Teen Services Librarian Jen- the ramp on the 5th Street side. For more (925) 447-2946. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth group Bandstand near 4th and K Streets at 9:00 nifer Mosel at 925-373-5576. information go to http://www.calegion.org/ or Sunset Community Church, 2200 Ar- 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www.jkpcdublin.org am. Run the race, visit the Sunday Farmers’ Grief Workshop, There is no right or contact Bill Bergmann at calegion.post47@ royo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/Sunday (925)828-1846. Market there, and have a “Healthy Hallow- wrong path, there are stepping stones that gmail.com or (925) 443-2330 or Roy Warner at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service starts at 2 p.m. School at 10:20 am. For more information, Livermore Quakers: Unprogrammed een!” For details, fees and registration forms, are part of each grief journey. Thursdays at 925-449-6048. Nursery and children's church provided. A visit www.goodshepherd-livermore.org or call worship, Sundays at 6 pm, 1886 College Ave. visit LivermoreRotaryRun.org. Interested in at 7:30 p.m. eight consecutive Thursday welcomes visitors to come experience a "Night of Worship" first Sunday of each month (950) 371-6200. (United Christian Church). www.Livermore- a remaining sponsorship? Contact Deborah evenings - September 8 through October 27, great time while making a difference in our at 6 p.m. Wednesday night program for all Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 Quakers.com McQueen at 925-557-8945. 2016 at at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 community & beyond. Dinner meetings every ages at 7 p.m. Information, call 447-6282. North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors "Not Our First Rodeo" is the theme of Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Pre-registration 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) – the LHS Class of "66" 50th reunion to be is required. Space is limited. A one-time $15 Check the website for meeting location: Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Livermore. 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925-906- held at the Livermore-Pleasanton Elks Club donation is requested. Sessions are open Pleasanton. www.pleasantonlionsclub.org Information, 447-8840. a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday Wor- 9561 stfrancisanglican.church. #2117, 940 Larkspur Dr., Livermore, CA on to all, regardless of religious affiliation. Call Assistance League® of Amador Valley Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 ship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary aged Center for Spiritual Living Livermore Saturday October 15, 2016 from 6-11 pm. Eleanor Flatley at 925-846-8708 for more invites all visitors to join this dedicated group S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. children go to Kid’s Church following worship, Valley - People from all faith traditions, The evening program will include no host information. of volunteers, reaching out to those in need in worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. adult Bible nursery available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back cultures, races and sexual orientations cocktails, catered dinner, honoring of our Italian Catholic Federation, meets the Tri-Valley and having fun doing it. Regular study/Sunday school. For information, call to the Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 welcome. Sunday service at 10:00 a.m. Veterans, silent auction, "then & now" picture 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. Elizabeth meetings are held on the third Thursday of 925-447-1246. p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; Youth and teen programs offered as well. All slide show & dancing to 60's DJ tunes. Seton Catholic Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr., the month at 7 p.m. at the Parkview, 100 Asbury United Methodist Church, 925-449-4848. are welcome. Meeting place 1617 2nd St., Plans are underway to unveil a "Class of 66" Pleasanton. Anyone who loves all things Valley Ave., Pleasanton. For more informa- 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Sunday Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 2nd Floor, Livermore. For more information donation to LHS of western themed metal Italian is invited to meet to celebrate the tion, see our website, www.amadorvalley. worship. Information 447-1950. Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. contact [email protected] or visit us sculpture artwork created by internationally Italian heritage with monthly dinner meetings assistanceleague.org, e-mail assistancelea- Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services at Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 925-227- at http://csllvlighthouse.org. known classmate Jim Dolan of Montana. and holding charitable events. The group [email protected], or call (925) 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. www. 1301. www.thecrossing.org St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 Tickets are $100/pp. For more information, supports Children's Hospital research, college 461-6401. calvarylivermore.org or 925-447-4357. Valley Bible Church, Livermore, meets Rincon Ave., Livermore. www, smbclive.com Google livermorehighschool1966reunion or scholarships and other charities. For informa- Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 Southfront or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. Worship email Reunion Committee Chair Mike Zim- tion, contact Judy Wellbeloved, president, to new and established residents of the non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone 925- services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday family Bible merman at [email protected]. 462-2487. Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study and youth min- The 8th annual “Party Palooza” ClutterLess Self Help Support Group, first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon a.m. All are welcome. 447-3428. Cedar Grove Community Church, 2021 istry, Wednesday 7 p.m. Feed the homeless, through November to benefit the Sandra J. nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, support on the second Wednesday of the month, Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 College Ave., Livermore. Worship Services 9 Saturday 11 a.m. Prayer, 6 p.m. weekdays. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation. Events: group for people with difficulty discarding Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www.cedargrove.org or Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives away Oct. 20: dinner at Uncle Yu's at the Vineyard; unwanted possessions. Cluttering is a psy- family activities, and monthly adult socials. services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 call 447-2351. clothing and other items every Monday 10- Oct. 21: 7th annual gourmet dinner with the chological issue, not an organizing issue. New Information, call 925-215-8405 or visit www. a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda.org/ Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palomino 12. Donations are also accepted on Mondays Shapiros; Nov. 5: 8th annual soups of the meeting location: Parkview,100 Valley Avenue PleasantonNewcomers.com All are welcome. Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www.jewishtrival- between 10-12. 4418 E. Avenue, Livermore. world. A full list of events and details is avail- (main entrance), 2nd Floor Activity Room, Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 ley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. Christ Church (a nondenomina- able at www.HealingTherapiesFoundation. Pleasanton. Mondays except some holidays Support Group meets every fourth Tuesday Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School 9:15 Well Community Outreach Center tional evangelical church formerly meeting in org/palooza 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Come or call a volunteer of the month at 10 a.m. in the third floor a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Women's Bible ministry provides meats, canned and dry Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho Rotary Club of Livermore Valley invites at 925)289-5356 or 925-922-1467. More movie room at Heritage Estates Retirement study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., interested individuals to attend its morning information at: www.clutterlesseastbay.org Community. The address is 900 E. Stanley prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Senior adult available prior to the start of the school year). Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; meeting. Meetings are held every Tuesday at Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social Blvd., Livermore All are welcome. Contacts ministries meet every other month. Call the Those with an immediate need or who would Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 7am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & Grill at the Las group of retired men who join together to are: Sandra Grafrath 443-6655 or Lee Parlett office at 846-8650 for more information. like to donate nonperishable food items, a.m. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org or Positas Golf Course, 915 Club House Drive, better enjoy their leisure time. Activities 292-9280. Trinity Church, 557 Olivina Ave. call the office at (925) 479-1414 to begin call 925.846.0665. Livermore. Anyone who would like to give include golf, bridge, photography, travel, Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), Livermore. Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11:00 the process. Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. Unity of Tri-Valley - 7567 Amador Valley back to the community is invited to meet fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technology. Information on programs and memberships, a.m., and Sunday School and Bible study - 3 p.m., and Thursday 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 am Sunday with club members and community leaders The Tri-Valley Branch serves men living in training philosophies and schedules, and for all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday Pick up by appointment only. The Outreach service. Rev. Micah Murdock, minister. All are who work or live in the Livermore area for fun Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, and San all things TVTC, an all inclusive triathlon/ at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday night there is adult Center will be open every 4th Saturday to welcome. Children's program available. Ongo- and fellowship while raising money to help Ramon. The group meets for lunch on the first marathon/endurance training program. www. Bible study, and youth activities at 6:30 p.m. distribute bags from Fresh and Easy Market ing groups and activities. www.trivalleyunity. local schools and various organizations such Thursday of each month at the San Ramon trivalleytriclub.com. Child care during all events. 447-1848, www. and Sprouts. This will be on a first come first org (925.829.2733). as Open Heart Kitchen, AXIS Health, Every Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Lane, San Ramon. trinitylivermore.org serve basis between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. GraceWay Church will worship at 10 15 Minutes, Wheel Chair Foundation, CAPE, Please read more about the Tri-Valley SIR at RELIGION St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas 2333 Nissen Drive, Livermore. a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary School, Veterans groups, and many more. For more http://sirs34.org/ and the Statewide SIR at First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following Lynnewood United Methodist Church, 1454 Santa Rita Rd. until new home is information, go to www.livermorevalleyrotary. www.sirinc.org/. For information or to attend Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contemplative the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton offers a friendly refurbished and updated. Services include org/ or contact Fred Quarterman at 925-337- a meeting, call Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. Service in the Chapel and 10:00 a.m. Tradi- p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire La congregation where all are welcome, no band-led worship music, as well as choir 5342 or Deb Tacker at 925-447-1135. Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a group for tional Service in the Sanctuary and children’s Scola at 447-9800. matter where they are on their faith journey. anthems. Sunday School for infants, pre- Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning and retired men who seek activities to enhance program For more information www.fpcl.us or St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 Sunday worship is at 9:00 and 10:30 schoolers and elementary through high school experienced dancers are welcome. Balkan, their retirement. Monthly meetings feature 925-447-2078. Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy at a.m. with childcare and Sunday school at students. GraceWay will move to its new Israeli and other world dances, easy line lunch and an interesting speaker. Men have Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut 10 a.m. For details, go to www.stinnocent.net 10:30am. First Sundays of the month are home at 1183 Quarry Lane, Pleasanton, later and circle dances, no partners required, the opportunity to learn about and join St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at or call Fr. John Karcher at (831) 278-1916. informal with guitar. Children's choir is at this year. www.gracewayfaith or 846-4436 casual dress. $3 per session (first time free). activities such as hiking, bridge, investment, 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 11:40-12:10. "Come As You Are" is an for information. Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Bothwell bowling, bocce ball and wood carving. There at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on informal service every Sunday at 5:30 p.m. WINGS (Women in God’s Spirit) for Arts Center (West end), 2466 8th Street, is also a neat group of guys to get to know. worship service. AWANA children's program Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Children’s Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer minister. www. women of all ages and life stages. Meets Livermore. Information: George Pavel (925) SIR Branch #121 meets on the 4th Tuesday Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 a.m. All are lynnewood.org, 925 846-0221. Thursday mornings, 9:30 – 11:30 am; 447-8020 or [email protected] of each month at the DoubleTree Hotel, Las Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. most welcome to come and worship with us The Church of Jesus Christ of through May 11, 2017. St. Charles Parish, Square dancing for all ages 8 years and Flores Road (near Bluebell Drive), Livermore, Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco and to enjoy our hospitality. For more infor- Latter-day Saints--Livermore Stake, Sunday Borromeo Hall, 1315 Lomitas Avenue, up Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm at Del Valle at 11:30. Any retired man is welcome to drop Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. mation call the church office 925-462-4802. services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: Springtown Livermore. Speakers during the 2016-2017 High, 2253 5th Street, Livermore. Families by to learn about your opportunities. For more Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.org St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Ward 9:00 am; 1st Ward 11:00 am; 4th Ward season: Father Mark Weisner, Pastor of St. and friends welcome. September classes free information check our website: branch121. Congregation Beth Emek, Center for Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) 1:00 pm. 950 Mocho St.: 3rd Ward 9:00 am; Charles Borromeo; Nancy O’Malley, Alameda to new dancers. Questions? Margaret 925- sirinc2.org or email Neal Cavanaugh at Reform, Jewish Learning, Prayer and Com- 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. 2nd Ward 11:00 am; Mocho Branch (Span- County District Attorney; Father Tom Bonacci, 447-6980 or [email protected] [email protected] (put “SIR” in the munity in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, Service Schedule: 8:00 a.m. Contemplative ish) 12:20 pm. 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: Founder of Interfaith Peace Project; and Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store, open at subject line). Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi Dr. Eucharist; 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study (check Tri-Valley Young Single Adult Ward 1:30 pm. others. For WINGS speaker presentations 4014 East Ave. Hours will be 9 -6 Monday American Legion Post 47 in Livermore Lawrence Milder, www.bethemek.org. web-site): 10:20 Sunday School (Godly Play); The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- and events: stcharleslivermore.org, click on through Saturday. Donations can be left at is looking for veterans in the Livermore area Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with 10:30: Sung Eucharist with choir, child care Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Sunday at “Upcoming Events” and “WINGS”. Ques- 4014 East Ave in the rear of the building, who are interested in performing community the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- provided. 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Pleasanton tions: Donna Leach 925-443-6815 or Phyllis 9:30 AM to 5 PM M-F, 8 – 2:30 PM Sat, service for young people and promoting veter- tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith Little Brown Church, United Church 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at 3574 Vineyard Clearwater 925-337-4299 12 The Independent • October 13, 2016 Milestones

Cadette Troop 30321, led by BaBette Munoz and Jennifer Faria, has successfully completed the Bronze Award. These young ladies have worked over the past few Livermore Girl Scout Troop 30324 recently completed their Bronze Award, the highest months to complete blessing bags for those in need. The Bronze award required a award a Girl Scout Junior (4th and 5th grade) can earn. They decided to work with number of steps to achieve. To begin with, they needed to discuss how and what Valley Humane Society (VHS), a no-kill animal shelter in Pleasanton, to find a way to they wanted to do. Their brainstorming roundtable discussions took place and this help the animals. They found out that volunteers at VHS were spending a lot of time service project was decided. The girls then developed a "necessity" list and set out hand-washing pet food and water dishes, and they would be able to spend more time to do some shopping. Utilizing their bargain shopping and budgeting skills they with the animals if they had a dishwasher. The group of eleven Girl Scouts coordinated compiled the necessary items. The girls again came together and assembled the different money earning activities, and sold over 1000 boxes of cookies, in order to items, ordered the bags and wrote a Blessing Bag card to place in each backpack. raise money to purchase and have the new dishwasher installed. The troop also made The girls discussed how they would be distributed and received a little sensitivity several pet blankets and toys to donate to VHS. Troop members are Brittney Nguyen, training. Finally the girls set out with their leaders into the community and found Chanel Dunbar, Ellen Farley, Emily Vernon, Grace Dalnoki, Katherine Wurster, Leanna people in need. The girls took the time to talk to each individual and explained that May, Madeleine Robbins, Madeleine Van Raden, Mikayla LeDuff, Sierra Swansiger and they were a girl scout troop and just wanted to bless them with some small items. Taylor Pitta. Pictured are members of Troop 30324 with the blankets they made for VHS. The girls are Emily, Tatyahna, Clara, Grace, Erin, Dawn, Alyssa and Riley.

EDUCATION

More than 1,700 freshmen joined ber of Rochester Institute of Technol- scholastically talented seniors. Szikszai from Amador Valley High the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ogy's men's cross country team. School in Pleasanton, and Sophie Livermore resident, Phillip Weiss, community on August 29 with the Rochester Institute of Technology Samii from Foothill High School in (pictured at right) graduated from first day of classes. They include Pleas- offers 24 intercollegiate varsity sports, Loren Jean Pearson, of Livermore Pleasanton. Walden University obtaining a Doc- anton residents, Galen Gold, Tejas Na- including 22 at the Division III level has graduated from the United States Students in SDSU's Honors Pro- torate of Business Administration rayan, Eric Pianin, and Karthik Suresh. and Division I men's and women's Sports Academy. Pearson graduated gram are also expected to show a with an emphasis in Leadership. ice hockey. For complete RIT Athlet- with a Master of Sport Science degree commitment to achievement and Walden University completed its sum- Names of students who have ics news, features, stats, photos, and in Sports Coaching. to giving back to the communities mer commencement ceremony in made the Scholastic Honor Roll Sum- coverage, visit www.ritathletics.com. in which they live and work. Honors National Harbor, Maryland on July 16, mer term have been announced by San Diego State University wel- students will participate in transfor- 2016. Dr. Weiss’ dissertation is titled Oregon State University. A total of coms the largest incoming class of mational educational experiences, “Knowledge Transfer Preferences of 184 students earned straight-A (4.0). Sabri Arac, head of The Quarry Honors students in the history of the including study abroad, leadership Expert Employees Nearing Retire- Another 523 earned a B-plus (3.5) or Lane School in Dublin, announced university. programs, undergraduate research ment” and was considered as one of better to make the listing. To be on that Benjamin Drake, Krisesh Kanchi, Two hundred and eighty five with faculty mentors and internships. Walden University’s 2016 Doctoral the Honor Roll, students must carry Yuvraj Mahadeshwar, Sofia Podvi- high achieving students have been Studies of the Year. at least 12 graded hours of course socka and Subash Sundar Raman accepted into the University Honors Amanda Gallagher Stear, of Liver- work. Students on the Honor Roll have been named Commended Program including the following more, has enrolled at the University included: 3.5 or Better: James L. Pool, Students in the 2017 National Merit residents from your area: Gabriele Simpson University welcomes of Findlay for fall 2016. New students Tehillah Duffy of Livermore, as one Post Baccalaureate, Computer Sci- Scholarship Program. A Letter of Sanchez, Jonathan Son and Cody began their studies at UF on Monday, ence. from Dublin. Commendation from the school and Chang from Dublin High School in of the more than 180 new students Aug. 22. Gallagher Stear is pursuing a entering this fall.The new students, National Merit Scholarship Corpora- Dublin; Isabella Widmann from Liver- degree in animal science. Gallagher Grant Salk of Livermore, who is tion (NMSC), which conducts the more High School in Livermore; Kyle including freshmen and transfers, Stear is a graduate of Livermore High come from 14 states. studying computer science, is a mem- program, will be presented to these Carpenter, Jessica Martin and Caitlin School.