VOLUME L, NUMBER 10 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 Lab Researchers Work to Protect Borders, Elephants in Fight Against Terrorism Elephant ivory and ma- Nuclear Security Admin- member states under Chap- (KWS) in methods to harden China and Southeast Asia. terials related to weapons istration’s (NNSA) Inter- ter VII of the UN Charter their borders. Here the pri- An older elephant, with the of mass destruction (WMD) national Nonproliferation to take and enforce effec- mary threat is poachers kill- largest tusks, has as much have more in common than Export Control Program is tive measures against the ing elephants and smuggling as 200 pounds of ivory. Find Out What's one might think. Both are directed primarily at WMD proliferation of WMD, their the ivory to fund terrorism. The elephant slaughter in smuggled across porous smuggling through com- means of delivery and re- KWS is an active, armed Africa is at an all-time high Happening international boundaries, mercial channels, it also lated materials component of Kenya’s bor- to meet rising demand for Check Out Section A often as far from border pa- includes a program called As part of this NNSA der security and all too often ivory in Asia’s rapidly grow- Section A is filled with trols and official trade routes Counter-Trafficking System program, two border analy- has to combat poachers from ing economies. In 2012, 15 information about arts, as the smugglers can get. Development. It focuses on sis experts from Lawrence Somalia. KWS rangers were killed by people, entertainment and Both are used for nefarious securing foreign borders Livermore National Labo- Elephant ivory poaching poachers. special events. There are purposes, with profits from between commercial ports ratory (LLNL), Bob Green- is big business in Africa. In Leaders around the globe education stories, a variety elephant ivory supporting of entry in support of United walt and Wilthea Hibbard, 2011 alone, approximately recognize the seriousness of of features, and the arts and entertainment and bulletin terrorism and unrest across Nations Security Council spent a week in Kenya late 2,000 elephants were killed this threat. Kenya’s Prime board. Africa. Resolution 1540. last year training officers of for their ivory, which fetches Minister, Raila Odinga, said Although the National The resolution requires the Kenya Wildlife Service about $1,000 a pound in (See TERRORISM, page 4) Council Sequestration Candidates Comes While Offer Views Livermore Schools Look on Issues at Layoffs Four candidates are run- ning for the Pleasanton City By Ron McNicoll Council seat vacated when The federal sequestration Jerry Thorne was elected bill that went into effect last mayor last November. Friday with a reduction of The by-mail only voting $85 billion in spending will is set for May 7. Ballots will affect Valley schools, cities be automatically mailed out and businesses. to all eligible registered vot- ers living in Pleasanton. Aside from Lawrence The candidates are Mark Livermore National Labora- Hamilton, David Miller, tory employees who might Kathy Narum, and Olivia experience direct pay cuts Sanwong. All are first time of 10 percent, alternating candidates. Friday furlough days, and Each was interviewed layoffs, the Livermore Val- by The Independent. Ques- ley Joint Unified School tions related to such areas as residential and business District might feel the most development, high density direct pain from sequestra- housing, cut-through traffic, tion. open space, and programs Potentially, the district for youth and seniors. The could lose up to $210,000, candidates were also asked which is the equivalent of what skills they would bring four teaching positions. to the council and what However, that salary they would like to achieve Photo - Doug Jorgensen if elected. Pleasanton American Little League launched the 2013 season with an Opening Day Jamboree on Sat., March 2. equivalent of four teachers The interviews are in Following the ceremonies, it was time to play ball. doesn't mean that four teach- alphabetical order. (See IMPACTS, page 5) MARK HAMILTON Mark Hamilton has worked in Pleasanton as Director of Financial Ser- Pleasanton Restores 38 Positions for Next School Year vices at ADP Inc. for over 15 years. He served in the The Pleasanton school almost all of the positions, tary schools, and an elemen- Laursen against. the unanimous vote. Other U.S. Marine Corps for 24 board voted to bring back a was unanimous. tary band/strings teaching That motion, made by coaching positions autho- years retiring as a Major. For total of 38 full-time equiva- Among programs autho- position. Arkin, added a full-time rized in the unanimous vote his service, Miller received lent staff at a cost of $2.8 rized for restoration were The second vote was 3- equivalent library techni- were two in math and one in several Meritorious Com- million for the coming counselors at all three school 2, with board vice president cian position, split equally technology. mendations, leadership, and school year. levels, tech specialists for Valerie Arkin and trustees between Amador Valley and The instructional coaches awards in armed combat The board at its meeting elementary and middle Chris Grant and Jamie Hintz- Foothill high schools. It also will replace the specialist ap- situations. Feb. 26 took two separate schools, a PE specialist sec- ke for it, and board president added one literacy coach to proach of the past. Instead of On the civilian side he votes. The first, authorizing tion once a week in elemen- Jeff Bowser and trustee Joan three that were approved in (See PLEASANTON, page 4) has managed multi-million dollar budgets and large staffs in financial arenas, including Bank of America and West America Bank. New CEO Selected Hamilton has coached local youth in various sports for over 12 years starting To Head i-GATE with the Pleasanton National Thomas Spirgi has been being finalized. It should Little League, Pleasanton selected as the next chief ex- be completed soon, stated Junior Football League, ecutive officer for i-GATE Marchand. "I am very ex- and YMCA Basketball. He (Innovation for Green Ad- cited to see him coming on currently coaches wres- vanced Transportation Ex- tling at Amador Valley High board." School. cellence) in Livermore. Prior to i-GATE, Thomas Hamilton said he decided Livermore Mayor John worked at Solyndra, a Pho- to seek the council seat after Marchand said that Spirgi, tovoltaic Manufacturing he was approached by a who has been on the job company. school board member who for about a month, will re- At Solyndra, Spirgi suggested he run. He de- place Rob White. Details worked as Director of En- clared, "I bring an indepen- of Spirgi's contract are still (See i-GATE, page 4) dent view. I have no ties to real estate or development. I Non-profit Career Center would bring a common man approach to issues." Focuses on Educating Clients He added that he lives A non-profit career cen- The spread in educational and works in Pleasanton. He understands local busi- ter in Pleasanton has been achievement ranges from nesses. "I would work to keeping costs low for job- people who are just out of bring in new businesses." He seekers, and has taught them high school to those who proposes working with Sili- a variety of skills, including hold Ph.D's. One physicist Photo - Doug Jorgensen con Valley companies look- how to act during a job in- with a doctorate did not re- ing to relocate to bring them Students work with vacuum technology to expand and shrink a marshmallow. The terview. quire any job training, but he No. California Chapter American Vacuum Society provided the equipment. to Pleasanton. To help keep Many of the clients at definitely wanted to develop businesses, Hamilton would Hand 'n Hand Career Train- his interviewing skills. like to understand why some leave the city to relocate to ing center are younger The physicist took the Students Have Fun with Science other areas. His goal would people, who are looking for five-day course in interview- be to fill empty buildings certain certificates that are ing and resume writing. By Carol Graham best instrument for getting at Livermore Valley Joint with companies new to the job-related. Other clients Some older clients, who For the record, Dad- baby brother to sleep, and in- Unified School District's city and local companies have ranged in age as high have been in one job for dy takes more steps than expensive sunscreen works 11th annual Science Odys- looking to expand. as 74 years old, said founder a long time, are not even Mommy each week, baby just as well pricier brands. sey held at Junction K-8 He said that he is com- chicks breathe through their These were just some School on February 28th. Sue Bartolotti. (See CAREER, page 4) mitted to further streamline eggshells, guitars are the of the questions answered (See ODYSSEY, page 8) city processes to support careful planning to grow the economy and the creation PET OF THE WEEK of higher wage technology Inside Lizz has a kind soul and is eager to please her new forever oriented jobs. "This will family. She came to the adoption center last May as a teen increase city tax revenue and mom with two kittens of her own. Soon after intake, her SECTION A Editorial...... 4 bring important high wage babies were adopted and she was left alone. Lizz has formed jobs to the city. In addition, Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 a tough shell during her long stay at VHS and would do so more shopping opportunities well in a new home where she could shine and get all of the Bulletin Board...... 11 Roundup...... 3 would bring more people to attention to herself. For more information, call 925-426-8656 the city generating more rev- Milestones ...... 12 Short Notes...... 7 or go online to www.valleyhumane.org or www.facebook. enue to help fund services com/ValleyHumaneSociety to see other adoptable dogs MAIN SECTION Sports...... 6 the residents want." and cats. Valley Humane Society is located at 3670 Nevada (See CANDIDATES, page 9) Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 Street in Pleasanton. 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PAGE 2 - The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 Fifth-grade Friends' Recycling Brings $500 to Haven This makes me feel better. they present the check to this is great." I'm excited to bering in the Tri-Valley Haven. "I talked to Drew about check, and that made me re- Liva's mother, Pernille, compassion. If you have ally ecstatic," she said. said, "Both Drew and Liva that, all of the other other Liva said, "It was hard, learned to be kind, and in- (five Community of Char- the first couple of times." teract with people they didn't acter) traits fall in place. There was the process of know. The neighbors know Compassion is the big one in educating potential donors. Liva by name now." our household. It is the key The girls will be follow- Drew's mother, Erin, add- to respect, so it should be ing up with thank-you notes ed, "In education, we try to part of the regular dialogue to the neighbors. Their big make kids more aware, and in the home and in school," moment will come when be students of the world, so said Erin Pagtakhan.

Liva Helt and Drew Pagtakhan have been busy collecting recyclable materials for a good cause.

By Ron McNicoll Darren Pagtakhan teaches for the participating neigh- Two Pleasanton fifth- English at Amador Valley. bors. They came back faith- graders turned cans and Vintage Hills fifth-grade fully every Friday to collect bottles into $500 for the teacher Adam Randall as- them, which was a lesson in Tri-Valley Haven. signed the class to read a service. Then their mothers It was not exactly magic - story about a boy who did drove them to the recycling - it involved hard work. Liva not fit in. Hills used it as centers. Helt and Drew Pagtakhan a lesson to teach compas- The girls even learned a were able to raise $250, sion, which is one of the six little bit about marketing. and will be presenting it "Community of Character" They called their project next week to officials at the traits that the school dis- "Cans for Care," which has Haven. trict wants to instill in its the catchy alliteration and The donation comes dur- students. succinct phrasing for which ing a pledge-match period, Randall's assignment to some advertising writers which will continue until the children was to come up strive. June, so their donation will with a project that demon- They even functioned double to $500, thanks to the strates compassion. Drew in the role of publicists and generosity of the matching and Liva talked about it, teachers. Liva said the girls donor. found out there are certain had to make it clear that they The match was a pleasant recycling centers that pay did not want banana peels surprise for the girls, who cash for bringing in bottles and plastic bags to show up have been Best Friends For- and cans, and went right to in their buckets. They also ever since enterting the first work the next day. did not want any recyclables grade at Vintage Hills. Both girls had to take the that centers would not pay Liva lives near Vintage initiative in assomplishing money for, such as newspa- Hills Elementary. Drew many things they had never pers or most kinds of glass lives in Livermore, but at- done. They picked out an bottles. tends Vintage Hills because area in each of their neigh- Drew said that she was her parents work in Pleasan- borhoods, and went door to "really shy" about going ton. Mother Erin Pagtakhan door, introducing themselves neighbors and making a teaches English at Foothill to their neighbors. pitch for their cooperation. "I High School, her father They left plastic buckets didn't know a lot of people. The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 - PAGE 3

State Budget Session mid-year review. State Senator DeSaulnier will be host- To help cover turf and lighting costs for ing a budget town hall meeting on March the Robertson Park sports field improve- 13 in Dublin. ments, the Board approved increasing the The session will be from 7 to 9 p.m. in appropriation by $113,000. The additional the Dublin City Council Chambers, 100 funds will cover costs for unanticipated Civic Plaza. underground work and engineering for the Residents are invited to stop by with new lighting system and a higher grade of questions or comments. synthetic turf material. An additional $25,000 was allocated Sunset to Present New Plans for the Robertson Park respite area and Sunset Development Company will trail to cover additional staff time for de- hold a second neighborhood meeting to sign, bidding and project management. discuss its proposed conversion of the Sun- The budget will be adjusted for up- set Office Plaza and Livermore Financial grades to Ravenswood Historic Site. The Center into some type of residential use. City of Livermore and LARPD have a The meeting is set for Thurs., March 7, funding partnership for renovations to 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Elementary School, protect the Victorian estate from weather, 1671 Frankfurt Way, Livermore. including upgraded roofing and siding In response to comments made at the plus safety upgrades to the porch area. previous meeting, Sunset has developed The City had to reduce its contribution additional conceptual plans. Proposals from $133,000 to $103,000. LARPD has for apartments and three-story townhomes committed $50,000 to the project. have been elminiated, according to an e- mail sent to neighbors and tenants. Olive Oil Basics Neighbors have been vocal in express- The Alameda County Conservation ing their opposition to rezoning the two Partnership, Hillcrest Ranch and UC Co- sites. Their view was presented at last operative Extension will present a program week's Livermore City Council meeting on Olive Oil Basics: Introduction to Prun- speaking in the public forum. ing and Tasting from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sun., March 17. New Firefighters Begin Training This will be a field-based workshop at The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire De- Hillcrest Ranch in Sunol. Bring pruning partment (LPFD) in partnership with the attire, gloves and clippers, as well as a Moraga-Orinda Fire Department (MOFD) sample of oil from 2012 for an afternoon started its first Recruit Fire Academy in tasting session. Extra clippers and pruning almost 2 years on March 4. Sixteen Fire- equipment will be available. fighters started their careers by lining up This field day will be geared towards at attention at the LPFD Training Center olive growers in the first ten years of pro- located on Busch Rd. in Pleasanton. duction, however is open to all interested They began their 11 week training that parties. will include topics such as structural and Cost is $5 to cover the cost of snacks. wildland firefighting, technical rescue, Hillcrest Ranch is located at 11901 Foot- vehicle extrication and hazardous materi- hill Road, Sunol. als. Most of the Academy will be held at The agenda is as follows: the LPFD Training Center. Some will be 9am-12pm: Receive hands on training off-site at locations that house specialty from Hillcrest Ranch owner Kathleen training equipment and instructors such as Elliot, who will provide background on a Camp Parks, the Chevron refinery in Rich- range of pruning approaches. mond and San Francisco Fire Department’s 12pm-1pm: Learn the basics of olive oil Treasure Island training center. tasting and how to characterize the taste The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire De- profile of a product. partment and the Moraga-Orinda Fire 1pm-2pm: Hear about the history of Department have partnered in providing olive production in the East Bay while training to recruits in an effort create a enjoying snacks and sharing samples of more efficient and cost effective process this year's oil. that utilizes a regional approach to train- Please RSVP by March 12, 2013. Email ing. Ten members of the Recruit Fire Susan Ellsworth at susan.ellsworth@ Academy were hired by the LPFD and acrcd.org or call (925) 371-0154 x 103 to six by MOFD. register. Include name, number of years The recruits are scheduled to graduate in olive production, as well as email and on May 17, 2013. phone. For more information visit: www.acrcd. org/workshops.aspx LARPD Budget Changes This field day is part of a series funded The Livermore Area Recreation and by the USDA NIFA Beginning Farmer & Park District board of directors approved Rancher Development Program Grant # several adjustments to the 2012-2013 2011-49400-30641. The series is hosted capital improvement budget as part of the in conjunction with SAGE PAGE 4 - The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013

(continuedCAREER from page one) EDITORIAL aware that resume writing Hand 'n Hand holds a job Pleasanton. She was director lin to "let them know we are has changed, said Bartolotti. fair every month on its prem- there, but when the automo- here, especially students in a Now the resumes are tailored ises on Stoneridge Drive. tive industry took a dive in non-traditional school, who Continue the Positive to the person's job skills, as There are other special pre- 2008, they facility closed might have had problems. Art and science are in the forefront in the they match up to a job de- sentations, as employers its doors. "Auto compa- They just need more skills. Valley. scription. In the old days, come in ready to hire people, nies were not ready to sign We are able to offer them Events last week were designed to engage and one simply listed education said Bartolotti. $16,000 checks anymore small classes, and make sure excite student interest in science, technology, and work experience. "Safeway held an ex- for five weeks of training," there is one-on-one instruc- engineering and mathematics. All of the classes go for clusive job fair here. They she said. tion. That's why we are here a week, eight hours a day. brought in 12 of their staff, Many of the people who all day, and that's why there The Livermore School District hosted its an- They include classes about and even conducted drug- use Hand 'n Hand are eli- is homework. When you nual Scence Odyssey. Students from all of the entrepreneurial manage- testing here. There were 60 gible to have their expenses come into our center, you district's schools entered projects. ment, the credit field, e-com- interviewed, and 15 walked covered by various govern- are coming to work, said Las Positas College was the site of the annual merce, and retail sales. out with job offers that day. ment programs. The state Bartolotti. Expanding Your Horizons conference, which A sampling from the on- Safeway offered them jobs employment department Bartolotti opened the line catalogue shows that that included positions for often picks up the tab for its center last year, though plan- focused on encouraging young women to seek the sales class covers many clerks, bakers, coffee serv- clients, since Hand 'n Hand ning began in 2009. She is careers in math and science. things, including a step by ers, produce and gas station has qualified as an institution still volunteering her time, The event was organized by the Lawrence step analysis of a sale, role attendants," said Bartolotti. on the state's list. though she hopes one day Livermore National Laboratory. playing focusing on the sales Bartolotti's background Bartolotti also offers out- the non-profit will be bring- The Lab is also behind the annual Science and process, how to manage is in business eduction. She reach to schools. She went to ing in enough revenue to pay time, and even learning retail worked with the College of Valley High School in Dub- her a salary. Engineering Fair. This countywide competition sales slang. Automotive Management in will be held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton March 8 and 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. In the art world, Carnegie Hall announced Recycled Water Coalition Is Growing that Pleasanton's Annie Wu, a student at Foothill The Western Recycled but is not a member. The changed, all members must system travels through the High School, has been selected to perform with Water Coalition (WRWC) city uses recycled water at rejoin the organization. The Delta, which is a bottleneck the first ever National Youth Orchestra of the is showing off its new name its municipal golf course membership is not contro- for water delivery. and in select areas north of United States of America. Wu plays the flute. Her as it spreads its geographical versial for Zone 7, so it will Court decisions about the reach to the Central Valley. Interstate 580, including fire be on the board's consent proper times to pump water time with the orchestra will include two weeks The alliance of water hydrants, which are painted calendar at the March 20 to avoid Delta fish kills have of training followed by an international tour with recyclers had been called the purple to designate their meeting, said general man- restricted the times when stops in Moscow and London. Bay Area Recycled Water water status. ager Jill Duerig. Zone 7 can take water. The Lab, school districts, and parents are to Coalition. Now that it has DSRSD recycled water Zone 7 has two interests Further, this winter has added Fresno and some projects irrigate sports fields be commended. Opportunities where students in belonging to the WRWC, become a dry one. The state cities in Tulare County, the and other public landscapes. said Duerig. Besides the has told Zone 7 that it will can see what is possible, will encourage them to name had to be changed. Pleasanton sends its waste- desalination project, Zone be allowed a water alloca- make positive choices in the future. The coalition works to water to the DSRSD plant. 7 wants to support recycled tion this year that is 20 find grants for its members Zone 7 joined several water as an easing of the percentage points lower so that recycled water proj- years ago. It does not have burden of providing potable than normal. However, it ects can be enabled. any recycled water projects, water to customers. The is too soon to make a final In the Valley, Pleasanton, but has been looking at the more recycled water that determination. With plenty Dublin San Ramon Services possibility of a joint desali- can be delivered, the less of rain and snow, things District (DSRSD), and Zone nization project in San Fran- demand on Zone 7. could get better. However, TERRORISM 7 Water Agencies are mem- (continued from page one) cisco Bay, probably on the Zone 7 obtains its wa- if March is a dry month, the bers. Carquinez Strait in northern ter from Lake Oroville in recently that “Security agen- then followed by a two-day Livermore operates a 20-point deficit could grow Contra Costa County. Northern California. The even more, said Duerig. cies must treat the emerging comprehensive exercise in wastewater treatment plant, Since the name has been poaching threat as part of which the students applied the insecurity gripping the what they had learned to a local problem on their country and not a wildlife (continuedCAREER from page one) issue….” . country’s terrain. Under the NNSA pro- “When I saw that we gineering, responsible for hiring Thomas because of On Tuesday, the Davis White has been com- gram of “capacity building,” would be teaching highly the development, building his connection to Solyndra. City Council voted to ap- muting from Sacramento to Solyndra was the cen- in which countries are given experienced officers, I was and implementation of PV prove a contract with Rob Livermore. By taking the ter of controversy after it job with Davis, he reduces tools to solve their problems, concerned that perhaps our Manufacturing tools. His White as its chief technology material was at too low last role was Chief of Staff received federal stimulus officer. In that capacity, he his commute time by almost LLNL Global Security staff a level,” says Greenwalt. where he supported the CEO dollars and then went out of will be working closely with three hours. have developed an analysis “The KWS officers were on Corporate Level initia- business. i-GATE on behalf of the City i-GATE operates a 501(c) process to help countries thrilled with what we had tives. Thomas joined Solyn- Cardwell stated, "Spirgi's of Davis. Half of White's 3 non-profit technology secure their borders as well brought. They said they had dra in 2007, after work- skill set was too good to salary will by paid the city, commercialization center as a curriculum to teach the never done an analysis at this ing for Novellus Systems, ignore. He brings a strong the other half by a technol- (NEST), an Academic Alli- process. depth, tying all components a Semiconductor Capital technical background and ogy and industry group. ance, and a non-profit facil- Greenwalt and Hibbard together. They took with Equipment company. At has filled high administra- Rochelle Swanson, vice ity development corporation. taught the curriculum to them our entire curriculum Novellus, he held numerous tive positions. He is excel- mayor of Davis, represents The i-GATE partnership is KWS trainers and senior for use at their training acad- positions in Business Devel- lent with people." the city at i-GATE. She supported by economic and management. The process emy.” opment, Strategic Marketing In 1996, Thomas emigrat- confirmed the city's com- workforce development or- began with three major This is not the first LLNL and Global Product Manage- ed from Switzerland, where mitment to i-GATE and ganizations, federal labora- analyses: the smugglers’ in- effort to assist in the problem ment. he was born and raised. said that she looks forward tories, universities, the State tent and capabilities; border of elephant poaching. Brandon Cardwell, i- Thomas lives in Danville to working with Livermore of California iHub program, patrol goals, methods, and Several years ago, other GATE vice president, said with his wife and their two to advance the mission of and nine regional cities. capabilities; and the local LLNL researchers working there was no hesitation in boys. i-GATE. terrain. at the Lab’s Center for Ac- Technologies and tactics celerator Mass Spectrome- are developed to fill gaps and try, used AMS technology to improve effectiveness. The analyze the age of elephant resulting solutions are tested tusks to determine whether in a virtual testbed. The first poaching crimes had been life of Violetta. He watches three days of the training committed in Africa. The (Opinions voiced in let- clearly and obviously be en- for the Vatican and other gaged in bigotry. That would institutions to apologize to every detail, every move- were devoted to instruction team was led by principal ters published in Mailbox are those of the author and be very embarrassing. LGBT people, please un- ment and every pause. He and exercises based on a investigator Tom Brown. generic country, which was do not necessarily reflect When did you choose to derstand that (1) NOBODY is a master of his craft. The the opinion of The Inde- become hetero? Amazingly, voluntarily joins a stigma- stage design was created for pendent. Letter Policy: The many citizens continue to tized minority group, (2) this performance and uses Independent will not publish believe that LGBT people Some people in your family layers of scenic drapes. Alex Katsman has assembled a (continuedPLEASANTON from page one) anonymous letters, nor will wake up one day and say to tree were born LGBT, (3) it publish letters without themselves, “I think today I Stigma kills, (4) The holy dream team of singers. specialists working directly when we consider providing Rebecca Davis is a vi- names. Abusive letters may would like to risk losing my scriptures instruct us to love with children, the coaches for it in the budget. and embrace the poor, down- vacious Violetta, a strong be rejected or edited. Fre- family, my friends, my job, will work with teachers, who Grant said that the district my religious standing, my trodden and ostracized – not willed woman that has will then be able to work needs to "keep investing in quent letter writers may spouse and possibly my life. drive them to suicide in the adapted to a hard life and with the students. reading intervention pro- have publication of their let- I’m eager to live under laws name of God, and (5) Your then discovers true love. Superintendent Ahmadi grams." He added, "We can ters delayed. Letters should that deny me my civil liber- level of personal peace will This is one of the most said that the district is in look at the budget in the be submitted by e-mail to ties. I think I’ll choose to improve dramatically once demanding roles in Opera, Program Improvement, an future, but this is a priority editmail@compuserve. become LGBT. That looks you suppress your ego, drop besides continually being imposed condition, because area for all of us." com.) like something fun to do.” your fear, open your heart on stage, the part requires certain student populations Bowser said he voted I believe that there is no and honor the Golden Rule; that she sing in three styles, at two schools failed to "no" because he wanted to Social Stigma good reason why religious Mine has. a coloratura, a full lyric and score up to proficient level be "fiscally prudent. Look- Grace Clark faith and science cannot dramatic. It is a tour de force in certain academic areas on ing at the multi-year pro- Livermore co-exist without acrimony. and she was made for the the Annual Yearly Progress jection, I'm not sure I can Brown Paper Bags part. Her flashing dark eyes Shortly after our recent All that is required is letting Mary McMahon tests. Part of complying to comply with this." presidential election, the go of some of the beliefs melt men’s hearts. David correct the problem is to The restored positions created long ago by fal- Livermore Gustafson, tenor, is Alfredo, Vatican reaffirmed its con- Now that the shock and provide coaching and sup- for next year are for one demnation of LGBT people. lible humans. Predictably a naive son from the country port for teachers. time only. They are funded however, despite modern panic with the demise of that is smitten by Violetta in In addition, many other po- plastic bags has been abated, Further, with a new core partly by the concessions litical and religious leaders scientific knowledge, many spite of her notorious past. curriculum becoming stan- that the teachers, classified social leaders continue to may I suggest the use of His devotion to her knows continue to work hard every brown paper bags. Many dard in California and 46 personnel, and administra- day to stigmatize, dehuman- protect their egos and long- no bounds, his love is time- other states in 2016, many tors agreed to this year when ize and pass laws against held power by taking moral food banks and churches in less and her loss throws him teachers will have to be it looked like Proposition 30 LGBT people. Why do cover behind ancient texts Livermore distribute grocer- into the depths of despair. trained to meet those stan- might not pass. these good, well-meaning and cherished traditions. ies every week to our needy The chemistry between them dards, and coaching is the Prop. 30 saved programs people do this? The funda- This is exactly what the Vati- neighbors. For a few dimes is white hot. Torlef Borsting, way to accomplish that. in this school year. The dis- mental reason given is that can did to Galileo Galilei each week donate the bags bass baritone, is Germont, Also, having the teacher trict employees did not ask they believe LGBT people after he proved in 1613 that, to these groups. You will a father asking Violetta to training is a more efficient for their concession money are making an immoral contrary to church teachings, feel better. do the unimaginable for the use of limited dollars for the back this year, so that carry- “perverted lifestyle choice.” the Earth rotates around the sake of his family. We could task, added Ahmadi. over will be used for next They simply do not believe Sun. The Roman Inquisition feel his anguish as he real- Explaining her vote year. Livermore Opera ized the unseen impact. The that LGBT people could put Galileo under house ar- Roger Lake against Arkin's motion, Further, Pleasanton Part- possibly be born that way. rest until his death in 1642 supporting staff of full-time Laursen said that it is clear ners in Education (PPIE) has for heresy against the Pope. Livermore opera professionals and the “LGBT people are disgust- The Livermore Valley the additional positions are been raising funds. Some of ing. God does not make mis- They banned his scientific Livermore Opera Chorus desired by all board mem- the money will go for specif- publications. It was not until Opera has done it again. rounds out the excellent cast. takes, and God would never From the Bohemians in bers, but she wanted to wait ic restorations. As of Feb. 21, make anybody that way. It’s 1984, fifteen years after the One of the high points is the until later in the budget PPIE had raised $298,000. first manned moon land- 1890’s they will transform dusk-to-dawn bacchanalian just not natural.” The “ick the Bankhead Theater into process before committing Pleasanton Schools Educa- factor” is very strong. ing, that the Vatican finally party with the full company the extra $102,000. A big tional Enrichment (PSEE) apologized to Galileo. Parisian high society in the featuring gypsies, fortune- The problem is that seri- 1840’s with their perfor- consideration is funding has also raised money for ous responsible medical, Today, many LGBT tellers, matadors and bulls. for Class Size Reduction, the arts programs. people continue to suffer mance of La Traviata by Ver- We unreservedly urge psychological and biologi- di. It is the story of a fallen making sure there is funding cal scientists/professionals depression, diminished lives you to come to one of the and hate crimes. 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The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 - PAGE 5 IMPACTS (continued from page one) Director of Library Services for ers will be laid off. It is just a would add up to $208,000, Livermore assistant city way of quantifying what the according to Director of Fis- manager Troy Brown said Livermore Announces Retirement loss of revenue from seques- cal Services Suzy Chan. that the city receives very tration represents. Most of it would be little funding from the fed- of the "Library-in-a-Box," a for the public and numerous Assistant superintendent $157,000 for special educa- eral government. Director of Library Ser- 12 ft. x 12 ft. construction examples of public art. Chris Van Schaack told The tion. The Title I loss wold "When we look at seques- vices Susan Gallinger has box that offered books and Her contributions to the Independent that for one be $33,000. For Title II, the tration, we see broad cuts in announced her retirement other materials at various Livermore Library are rec- thing, although there appar- teacher education money, social services, which would after a 43-year career in ently will be cuts in special locations around the com- ognized by City Leaders it would be $10,000. Other be spread out over many ju- library services, 28 of which education funding, he won't munity during the summer who appreciate the positive losses would be $5000 for risdictions. It would not be she has spent with the City recommend that any special months. This program was impact she has had. Liver- the English Learners pro- 10 percent (for example) on of Livermore. Susan will education teachers be laid the genesis for the creation more Mayor John Marchand gram, and $3,000 for career us," said Brown. end her tenure as Livermore off. of the Rincon Branch Library said, "Because of Susan's and technical education. Nevertheless, the impacts Library Director on April The district was prepared which opened in 1992. efforts, we have a world RIPPLE EFFECT of sequestration are serious. 15, 2013. by the school board meeting "We are at a tenuous state In 1986, Susan began class library system, and our MIGHT BE FELT Prior to coming to Liver- March 6 to consider laying in the economic recovery. what has become the Liver- Main Library is the crown The cities of Livermore more as Library Director off 18 full-time equivalent Anything that can impact on more Library Summer Read- jewel of libraries in the Tri and Pleasanton don't receive in 1985, Susan served as positions, including one ad- a global or regional scale (is ing Program. Children who Valley area." ministrator, in order to meet much federal money directly assistant director for the serious)," said Brown. read 100 books in this pro- In addition to her du- the state requirement of a 3 into their budgets. However, Nicholson Memorial Li- "People shouldn't worry gram are presented awards ties as Library Director, percent fund reserve. there is potential impact out brary in the City of Garland, about the level of services at a regular City Council Susan has been active in The current reserve is 3.5 in the communities. Texas. She then moved to here. We have found the meeting in September every the Livermore community. percent. It had been higher, Pleasanton City Man- Tacoma, Washington where, bottom of the economy, and year. In 1986 when it started, In 1999-2000, she was the because of layoffs several ager Nelson Fialho said that as assistant director for the have a pretty bright future 19 children were eligible for first female president of the years ago. However, it has sequestration will touch the ahead, with Paragon (Out- Tacoma Public Library, she the awards. In 2012, over Livermore Rotary Club. gone back down because of local economy with a ripple let Mall) opening. We are oversaw a library system 800 children had a chance She has served on numer- annual deficit spending. This effect from the furloughs of optimistic. Paragon is doing that included a Main library to be recognized by the City ous non-profit boards and year the deficit expenditures federal employees, such as great," said Brown. and eleven branch libraries. Council. has been involved in many total $4.7 million. those at the science labs. Congressman Eric Swal- Susan came to Livermore in If the board were to lay Susan's proudest achieve- community service projects. Pleasanton receives well has also commented 1985 when the City had only off people, any teachers in ment is the opening of the $300,000 to support some on sequestration. He said in one library - serving 45,000 In 2001, she traveled to Sne- the group would have to re- Main Library at the City's social services and police a press release that he has residents. zhinsk, Russia to represent ceive a preliminary notice by Civic Center. This 56,000 and fire. They may be vul- signed on as a co-author of Upon arriving in Liver- Livermore and establish a March 15, according to state nerable to some small per- HR 699, a bill that would more, Susan was tasked with s.f. facility opened in 2004. Rotary Club in this Liver- law. Final notice would go centage of revenue cuts, but replace the sequestration improving the technology The Civic Center Library more Sister City. out in May. If a teacher does there would be no significant with a "balanced approach. of the library and enhanc- has an annual circulation Susan plans to spend not receive a preliminary impacts to the city budget, It would include additional ing the outreach of library of over 800,000 items, 75 more time with her family, notice, he or she cannot be said Fialho. revenue from multi-mil- services. Library automation public computers, free wifi travel and play lots of golf. laid off in the next school "The impact on the local lionaires and smart cuts to was introduced and con- year. Other district employ- economy is a bigger point. reduce unnecessary spend- tinues to be utilized in the ees have later notification A lot of our residents work ing." delivery of library services deadlines. at the national laboratories. Swalwell said sequestra- to the community. Sequestration would cut Without continued employ- tion has "broad, indiscrimi- Under Susan's watch, the out a small percentage of ment there, there would be nate cuts." In the 15th Con- Springtown Branch Library the district's special educa- an impact on Pleasanton and gressional District, schools was opened at its current tion and Title I low-income the Tri-Valley, "said Fialho. will lose $11 million in fed- location in 1986. The City's household funding. There Fialho said that there are eral funding, and the figure library outreach services also would be a cut in Title a number of small business- for the state is $87.6 million, were expanded with the use II funds, which are used to es that work with the labs as said Swalwell. train teachers and princi- contractors. They could be pals. impacted. For example, if a Costs will go up auto- small local electrical firm or matically for the district a custodial services is tapped next year, because teachers for some of the ongoing maintenance at the labs, that will have step-and-column work might be reduced. pay increases. Utilities and Job losses also translate supplies are expected to to less discretionary income cost more with a rise in for people who are laid off. inflation. That dampens spending "We were deficit spend- in stores and restaurants. ing this year, and it will be Cutbacks in personal spend- even more next year," said ing also mean less money Susan Kinder, chief business donated to non-profits and official. school fund-raisers, said In Pleasanton schools, the Fialho. total bite from sequestration PAGE 6 - The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013

In the photo are members of the Granada Little League Junior 80's opening day Taylor’s Martial Arts pictured are (back row) David Mordick, Vince Aying, Katrina teamMark Silverthorn, Manager Kyle Hemmig, Connor Detlefsen, Manager Doug Curbelo, Keith Britto, Debbie May, Wade Taylor, Kevlin Husser; (middle) Ariyana Detlefsen, Alez Gonzales, Jack McCaffrey, Jason Van Bladel, Chad Hemmig, Coach Walling, Ethan Chao, Joseph Ventura, Hector Flores, Jaden Husser, Tanya Kevin Van Bladel, Connor McGothin, Jack Kath, Zach Stewart, Justin Szopa, Coach Sharetskaya; and (front) Sofie McMichael, Helena Macias, Mayalanni Erediano, Alexis Jeff Stewart; and kneeling, Tristan Clark, and Tyler Rodgers. Aying, Devin Mordick, Elizabeth Garcia, and Noah Britto.

Tallon Chambers, from the Amador Judo team in Livermore, competed in the Vacaville PAL Judo Club The Livermore Aquacowboys were represented at event. the Pacific Swimming Zone All-Star meet. The meet was hosted by the Carson City Tiger sharks in Carson City, Nevada on March 3, 2013. Alex Gonzalez (14) and Scholar/Athlete and 3 RBI's. Solid performance by Caroline Eckel (11) from the Livermore Aquacowboys Las Positas College "Hawks" the defense helped lead the team to swimmer Kyle Suchland has been victory. represented Zone 2 at the All-Star meet. selected for inclusion on the 2012 Cali- Yankees 4, A's 5: A's pitcher Grant fornia Community College Athletic Blockley pitched a strong 3 innings, Association's (CCCAA) prestigious allowing 2 runs on 5 hits. Blockley Scholar Athlete Honor Roll. Suchland also had an RBI and 2 runs scored. will be among a select group of recipi- Zachary Parodi pitched 2 solid innings Majors: Phillies 4, Giants 12: L6 23.8/1st, DM L6 56.0/2nd, TU ents of this honor at the Celebration of and went 2 for 3 with a run scored. Phillies top players: Dalton Johnston, L5 54.4/1st; Kaitlyn Clevenger: TR Scholar Athletes Luncheon during the Yankee's pitcher Andrew Hayley Jackson Brown, Aaron Aguilar; Giants L8 51.1/1st, DM L8 60.6/1st; Boys 16th Annual CCCAA Convention on went 3 innings allowing 3 runs on 4 top players: Mikey Bryson, Evan Ages 11-12: Nick Francken: TR Wednesday, March 27 at the San Mateo hits, Hayley also went 1 for 2 with 2 Capurro, Nolan Martin. L7 22.1/2nd, DM L7 56.1/1st, TU Marriott Hotel in San Mateo, CA. RBI's. Mcgee also went 2 for 3 with A Division: Angels 14, Giants 22. L5/53.1/3rd; David Davisson: TR L8 Suchland is a backstroke and 1 run scored. VanTrease had a stellar Angels 13, Red Socks 13. 46.8/1st, DM L8 50.5/3rd; Nicolai freestyle specialist at Las Positas defensive game. T-Ball: MudCats: Top players Petersen: TR L8 46.2/3rd, DM L8 College. His athletic accomplishments Junior 80's: Granada Jr 80’s Black were Noah, Chris and Angeline. 58.8/1st, TU L6 51.4/2nd; Ruben include holding the team records in the Team had a strong opening day with a Padilla: TR L10 55.6/1st, DM L10 100 (53.32) and 200 (1:57.39) yard 15-8 victory over Pleasanton National. Tumbling and 62.2/1st, TU L9 52.9/1st Photo - Doug Jorgensen backstroke, and the 200 (1:52.21) Contributions up and down the lineup Girls Ages 13-14: Camille Wong: Dublin High School boys varsity basketball team lost 74 and 500 (5:01.03) freestyle, as well as contributed to the win. Starting pitcher Trampoline TR L7 21.4/5th, DM L6 56.9/1st, TU the fastest 100 yard freestyle (46.72) Jack Kath and starting catcher Tyler Several higher-level gymnasts L4/56.1/1st; Megan Contarciego: to 60 to Newark Memorial last week. The Gaels, with a in a relay. Rodgers held Pleasanton scoreless in from Livermore's Springtime Tum- DM L8 49.4/5th, TU L6 52.3/4th; 24-6 record for the year, move into state championship While deeply involved in his extra- the first inning while Granada jumped bling and Trampoline team traveled Boys Ages 13-14: Jeremy Pigford: curricular, time-intensive, swimming out to a 3-0 lead. Pleasanton roared to Phoenix, Arizona for the Classic TR L8 51.2/1st, DM L8 59.0/1st, division II second round action this Saturday with the activities, Kyle also maintained a 4.0 back by the third inning taking a 7-4 Rock Gymnastics Invitational held TU L7 46.3/1st: Nicholas Chan: TR opponent to be determined. Dublin's record earned it a GPA (Grade Point Average) while lead over Granada. Relief pitcher Februrary 15-17th. In addition to L8/42.6/3rd, DM L7 56.5/1st, TU carrying a full load (13-20 units per Chad Hemmig held Pleasanton to individual awards, Springtime won L5 52.9/1st first round bye. semester) of academic courses. For only 4 more runs as Granada’s bats two team awards: 1st place for Level Girls Ages 15 & over: Kendall more information, contact Dean Dyan came alive to score 11 more runs to 10 trampoline and 2nd place for Level Aasen: TR L8 49.4/2nd, DM L8 59.5/1st, TU L8 54.0/1st; Loren Cou- Miller at (925) 424-1275 or dmiller@ end the game, 6 of the runs coming 10 double-mini. Below are the indi- August 1 and concludes in early No- laspositascollege.edu. in the fourth inning on a two out rally. vidual scores: ture: TR L8 47.4/5th, DM L8 57.6/5th, Amador Judo TU L7 50.2/1st; Alex Holland: TR vember. Online registration is open at Judo competitors from the Ama- The CCCAA is the governing body Strong offense came from 1st baseman Kendall Aasen 15 & over: Tram- www.LJFL.org. dor Judo team in Livermore traveled providing oversight of intercollegiate Connor Detlefsen going 3 for 3 with 2 poline Level 8: 51.5/1st, Double-Mini L8 47.1/6th, DM L8 58.0/4th, TU L9 55.2/1st There is an early registration dis- recently to Vacaville to take part in a athletics within the California Com- singles, 1 double, 2 RBIs and 3 runs. Level 8: 60.2/1st, Tumbling Level 8: count of $50.00 for football and $25 judo tournament hosted by the Vacav- munity College System. That network 3rd baseman/catcher Mark Silverthorn 52.9/2nd; Kaitlyn Clevenger 11-12: for cheer. Registration cost increases ille PAL Judo Club. Competitors came of higher education institutions is the was 3 for 3 with 2 singles, 1 double, Trampoline Level 8: 52.5/1st, Double- Livermore after April 30. Each player pays a from all over Northern California. single largest educational system in 2 RBIs and 3 runs. Tristan Clark and Mini Level 8: 59.4/2nd $35 refundable volunteer fee. Sibling Amador's Fabiola Valle went the world, with attendance in excess of Zach Stewart each had a double, while Robathan Harries 15 & over: Aquacowboys discounts apply. With the help of undefeated, winning all five of her over 2.6 million students annually. The lead off hitter Jason Van Bladel stole Trampoline Level 10: 53.9/2nd, The Livermore Aquacowboys local businesses and residents, LJFL matches by ippon. Also placing in the CCCAA establishes the rules and regu- his way around the bases for 2 runs. Double-Mini Level 9: 50.4/5th, Tum- (LAC) seniors swam at the 2013 has a limited number of scholarships top were the following judo players lations to administer the intercollegiate The defense team of Alex Gonzalez, bling Level 7: 36.6/2nd; Ruben Padilla Central California Swimming, Juanita for needy families. Applications are from the Amador Judo team: athletic activities of the nearly 27,000 Connor McGlothin and Justin Szopa 11-12: Trampoline Level 10: 59.9/1st, Allington Memorial Senior Champi- available at www.LJFL.org and must 1st place: Charlize Maravilla, student athletes attending California's helped relief pitcher Hemmig hold Double-Mini Level 10: 63.2/1st, Tum- onship Meet. This meet was hosted be submitted by April 30. Livermore, 6 yrs, white-yellow community colleges. off the Pleasanton bats. Right fielder bling Level 9: 56.2/2nd by Clovis Swim Club on February 28- Anyone interested in coaching is belt; Eric Maravilla, Livermore, 13 Jack McCaffrey caught a soaring pop March 3, 2013 with trials and finals. invited to go to www.LJFL.org and yrs., white-orange belt; Andre Valle, fly with 2 outs and 2 on base to end LOCAL MEETS Swimming for the LAC seniors register by filling out an application Livermore, 6 yrs., white-yellow belt; the inning for Pleasanton. Gymnasts from Livermore's were Haley Hamza; Haley recorded to start the process. LJFL provides Fabiola Valle, Livermore, 12 yrs, Granada Little League Farm: Giants vs. Orioles: Thomas Granada Little League results from Springtime Tumbling and Trampoline a new Spring Junior time and new training for all coaches; no experience white-orange belt; opening weekend: Cooper was the Giants star on offense competed in two local meets in Febru- necessary. 2nd place (all white-yellow belt): while Gavin Bates was the Giants’ Sectional time as well as placed 5th T-Ball: Rangers vs. D-Backs: Top ary. On February 10th they traveled to in the 100 back and 15th in the 200 Registration will close when the Catherine Alfaro, San Leandro, 9 yrs.; leader on defense. In the second inning league reaches 16 teams. No players offensive players for the Rangers were Marin to compete in the MEGA TnT IM. Stephen Mackanic made finals in Tallon Chambers, Livermore, 9 yrs.; Hans Randall, Anya Eastman and Tyler Cooper broke the game open when he Invitational. On the 24th they went are ever cut. All players play the entire Alexa Firestone, Livermore, 7 yrs.; launched the biggest hit of the contest the 100 back and the 200 IM. Shahini game on offense or defense. Players are Palma; for the D-backs were Dario Be- to San Jose to compete in the Vargas Ananth, Celine Nguyen achieved a Kristen Wong, Livermore, 12 yrs. into deep right field towards the 200 Invitational. Below are the results for not limited to a few plays per game. jines, James Foulke and Charlie Hertz. new Far Western Time. Josh Ledbet- 3rd place: Rafael Valle, Livermore Top defensive players for the Rangers foot sign, and cleared the bases driving both meets. Everyone plays the entire game. 11 yrs., white-yellow belt. were Jess Wilder, Blake Downs and in 3 runs. Dom Franco contributed an (TR: Trampoline, DM: Double ter achieved a new Far Western Time. For additional information, inter- Andrew Van Raden; for the D-backs RBI plus two long singles. Dominic Mini, TU: Tumbling, L: Level) Jared Brandley made finals. ested parents should visit: www.LJFL. were Seth Sprague, Preston Temple, was strong behind the plate as catcher. MEGA Invitational: Boys: Trent Trump placed second in the org. President and Vice-President of In the second inning Jack Robbins was Fusion Soccer and Brayden Tennyson. Ben Tomlin: TR L6 20.1/2nd, DM 100 back, placed 6th in the 100 fly; LJFL are Rico Richardson and Matt Registration for fall recreational Minor A: Rangers vs. Yankees: the standout on defense. Ava Schwarz L6 55.4/2nd; Timothy Chan: TR L7 Trent made finals in all of his events. Archer. turned in two solid defensive plays. and select soccer now open. Regis- The top all around players for the Yan- 21.3/2nd, DM L6 55.9/1st; David Bryce McLaggan placed 4th in the tration for Livermore Fusion Soccer kees were Nathan Blanton, AJ Bridges, Conner Raridan had a good day at the Davisson: TR L7 24.4/1st, DM L8 50 free and 4th in the 100 free, made and Nicky Pietro. The Rangers's top plate with a sacrifice out and RBI single 59.2/2nd; Nick Francken: TR L7 finals in the 100 fly and 100 IM and players overall were Drew Hansen, in the third inning. Lukas Cusimano 21.8/2nd, DM L7 55.6/3rd; Connor had a sacrifice RBI in the first and achieved a New Spring Junior time. Quinn Boyd, and Jack Taggart. Tomlin: TR L8 48.2/2nd, DM L7 Shelby Diehl qualifed for finals in 100 Caridinals vs. Red Sox: Cardinal singled his teammate to second base 56.6/1st ; Nicholas Chan: TR L8 in the next inning. Luke Schwarz breast and recorded a new Far Western standouts were Ben Johnston, who 46.5/3rd, DM L7 56.3/1st ; Jeremy time. Jenna Chew achieved a new far went 3 for 3 with a double and 3 RBIs; had two long singles to center field. Pigford: TR L8 48.5/1st, DM L8 He also made some good plays on Western time as did Nathan Boas. Hayden Borg with 3 RBIs as well to 50.6/2nd ; Nicolai Petersen: TR L8 The Livermore Aquacowboys accompany his solid D at first. Red defense.Scotty Lineweber sent a long 48.5/1st, DM L8 58.0/1st smash into center field to drive in a seniors had an outstanding meet with Sox standouts: Dominic Skally played Girls Ages 6-11: Emma Petersen: 90% personal best times achieved. a great game at first base, making some run. Natnael Leary was a standout on TR L6 22.0/1st, DM L6 53.8/2nd; great catches. Jo Jo Camilleri was great offense with three strong hits. Gavin Megan Wong: TR L6 23.4/1st, DM in the field and had a big hit. Bates flexed his muscles on defense L6 57.8/1st; Sabra Wilson: TR L7 in all three innings. Jr. Football Signup Phillies 13, A's 13: It was an 23.1/1st, DM L7 57.6/1st; Girls Livermore Junior Football League unassisted double play by Adrian Ages 12 & over: Camille Wong: is registering players for the 2013 Vargas which secured the tie for the Gymnastics TR L6 24.1/1st, DM L6 57.3/1st; season. Athletics. At the top of the six inning Several levels of boys gymnastics Kendall Aasen: TR L8 49.3/1st, DM LJFL is founded under the prin- there was a late rally by the Athletics teams from West Coast Olympic L8 60.2/1st; Loren Couture: TR L8 ciple that every Livermore child who fueled by Ozzy Cervantez' double, Gymnastics Academy (WCOGA) of 27.8/2nd, DM L8 59.6/2nd wants to play football or cheer should Gavin Benitez’ RBI line drive double Pleasanton competed on February Vargas Invitational: Girls Ages have the opportunity. to the left field fence, and then a clutch 23rd-24th at the Top Flight Invitational 9-10: Emma Petersen: TR L6 21.9/4th, Due to its success over its six-year RBI single by Joey Keeler for the A’s in Fremont. TU L4 55.6/2nd; Sabra Wilson: TR existence and the support of LARPD thirteenth run. Throughout the game The Level 5 and 6 Team took L7 22.8/2nd, DM L7 55.8/3rd, TU L5 and the high school football programs, the lead changed hands 3 times. Lu- second place and third place respect- 54.1/2nd; Boys Ages 9-10: Ben Tom- LJFL is expanding to all children aged cian Wolf hit three singles, including fully. Bringing in top scores in the lin: TR L6 20.4/5th, DM L6 54.7/4th, 7 through 14 (as of September 1, an RBI. Lucian Wolf’s single kept level 5 division was Isaiah Mlay 1st TU L4 55.0/1st; Timothy Chan: TR 2013.) Football participants will learn the rally alive. On defense in the place AA and Anish Lahorani in the L7 21.3/2nd, DM L6 54.9/3rd, TU the fundamentals of contact football fifth inning, Lucian Wolf recorded an 6-8 age bracket, and in the level 5 L5 51.8/2nd; Connor Tomlin: TR in a safe and positive environment unassisted out at first. Ashton Baswell Age 9 bracket Malakai Mlay earned L8 48.1/1st, DM L7 54.5/2nd, TU and play regardless of talent level or made a key defensive play in the fifth 8th place AA , Tyler Hom 12th place L7 49.5/1st ability. Cheer participants will learn inning, backing up at third to prevent AA, Andrew Tambunting 14th AA. In Girls Ages 11-12: Dawn Powell: the fundamentals, cheer at games the winning run. Luke Leary contrib- the Level 6 division Cameron Levine TR L5 21.5/3rd, DM L5 55.7/5th, and compete locally. All games will uted 4 singles and a nice catch at 3rd took 8th AA, Cameron Higgins earned TU L4 54.3/4th; Kaitlyn Firestone: be played in Livermore at the high base. Marco Wilde added two RBI’s 10th and Kiran Bhat took 13th, Aden TR L5 21.2/4th, DM L5 55.9/4th, schools. All practices will take place in the 4th inning. Ozzy Cervantez Cohen earned 17th. In the Level 8 age TU L4 56.3/2nd; Megan Wong: TR in Livermore. The season begins on charged a slow grounder in the 3rd 11-12 bracket Zion English earned 2nd inning and completed a hard throw to place, Dominic Costa 4th, Ben Roller first for an out. Adrian Vargas never 6th. In the 13 and older age bracket saw first base as he opted to only hit of level 8 Robbie Tambunting took doubles on opening day. Noah Olivier 3rd, Stephen Chan took 5th, Yianni hit the ball well in the first inning and Constantanides 6th and the Level 8 was robbed of a base hit. Wyatt Krauss Team took 1st Place. For the Level lined a single. Joey Keeler and Gavin 10 Team Nikita Latman took 2nd and Benitez both pitched-in with two ad- Chris Siebel 5th AA. ditional key singles prior to their big The Level 9 WCOGA boys team hits in the sixth inning. Connor Rosales traveled down to Southern California had a nice scoop and throw to Luke on Feb 16th to compete in the Palm Leary for a close play at second base Tree Classic and earned the First Place in the 4th inning. Connor reached first Team award. In the 13-14 age bracket base three times on Saturday. Leary Thomas Mistretta took 3rd AA and had an unassisted out at third base in Bennett Huang took 4th AA. Travis the 5th inning. Gollott (level 10 age 17-18 bracket) AA Division: Yankees 12, A's swept the field, taking first AA. 5: Sean Nadeau and Colin Johnston pitched a great game. Donovan Hol- mes hit a single and a double. Josh Livermore American LL Cullen, Denny Durham and Jackson Livermore American Little League Snodgress also all had hits. Neil Patel scores: stole three bases. AA Division: Angels 5, Padres Majors: Giants 6, Phillies 3: 5: Padres top players: Jarret Wil- Stellar performance on opening day liams, Matthew Villareal, Garret by all Giants pitchers including Ian Montgomery; Angels top players: Rasmussen,Grant Borjon and Ryan Jordan Lamendola, Roberto Alvear, Escover. Giants offense, Ethan Vincent Matthew Warren. drove in 2 RBI's and Ian Rasmussen Orioles 10, Phillies 0. Yankees 1, had an in the park homerun,driving Orioles 16. The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 - PAGE 7

Support Livermore High Sports At the Cowboy Round-Up

By Patricia Koning ages are: Player Package for eree stands, bleachers, balls, On Saturday, March 9, 1, admission and five drink swim caps, scoreboard con- the Livermore High School tickets ($50); Fan Package trollers, and other items. In (LHS) Boosters Club pres- for 2, admission for two addition, LHS Boosters has ents its Cowboy Round-Up and 10 drink tickets ($100); purchased many items from fundraiser from 6 to 11 pm at Head Coach Package, Table the wish lists of coaches. the Robert Livermore Com- for 4 with one bottle of wine “These are all things the munity Center. The event ($200); and Team Package, District used to pay for,” ex- includes dinner catered by Table for 8 and two bottles plains LHS Boosters presi- Texas Roadhouse, a dessert of wine ($400). A portion of dent Barbara Morgan. “We auction, DJ and dancing, si- each Head Coach and Team try to honor all requests to lent and live auctions, and a Package ordered will be fill the needs of our teams. raffle of gift baskets created donated to the team of your The only rule is that items Photo - Doug Jorgensen by LHS sports teams. choice. funded by the Boosters must The Likeness family, Tawny holding Peyton, Matt and Caydence posed with the two The Cowboy-Round up Packages, individual ad- be used for multiple years San Francisco Giants World Series trophies. They were on display Saturday at the is the LHS Boosters Club’s mission, drink tickets, and and belong to the sports Robert Livermore Community Center in Livermore. largest fundraising event. It raffle tickets can be ordered teams.” allows the organization to at www.cowboyboosters. The other half of the raise funds to support sports org/auction.html. Tickets $26,000 has come from the teams at LHS. At the event, will not be sold at the door. proceeds of the stadium teams are able to directly Questions can be directed and large gymnasium snack earn funds by providing to cowboyboosters@gmail. shacks at LHS. The LHS Book Sale 10am to 2pm the 2nd Saturday Home Farms Historic Park, raffle baskets with 100% com. Boosters stock and inventory Friends of the Dublin Library of each month. including the tractor museum, at 11am and 1pm. Each tour lasts of proceeds returned to the LHS Boosters has donat- the snack shacks, which are spring used book sale will be On March 9, 2013 the theme ed over $26,000 to the high held at the library, 200 Civic for the day will be “Mystery approximately 45 minutes and individual teams. run by athletes and parents the fee is $5 per person or $8 for school’s sports teams. About Plaza. Friday, March 8 - Sunday, Gadgets and Tools.” Over the Tickets are $45 for indi- during sporting events. March 10, 2013. years the patent office has been both tours taken on the same day. viduals or available in pack- half that amount has been “In the past, only a few The sale features specially busy recording the latest ideas Tour tickets can be purchased in ages that include admission awarded to sports teams as sports teams have operated priced books, new or of extra to make work in the kitchen and the Gift Shoppe. Children ages and drink tickets. The pack- grants for uniforms, ref- value; special collection of around the farm easier. Many of 2 and under are free. the snack shacks. This year, vintage books, and teacher these time-saving contraptions For information about For- we are giving that opportuni- materials section. Most prices have been replaced by newer est Home Farms Historic Park ty to all of the sports teams. are $1 or less. Funds from technology. call (925) 973-3284 or visit In addition, we are operating sales go towards purchasing the Tours of the restored Victo- www.SanRamon.ca.gov. For- est Home Farms Historic Park Club is open online. Please visit www. can win medals in their age division. the snack shack during more Library's materials and support- rian Glass House Museum will fusionsc.org. Two walk-in dates have Prizes include Best Costume in adult, ing its programs. be held at 10am, 11am, 12pm is located at 19953 San Ramon been scheduled as well: Sunday, March teen, and team categories, as well as sports, like girls’ lacrosse Friday, March 8 is open to and 1pm and tours of Forest Valley Blvd. 17th and Sunday, April 14th, both top fund-raiser in each category. The and track,” says Morgan. members only, 6:00 p.m. to 10am-2pm at the Livermore High event takes place rain or shine. To School Student Union. For questions register, sponsor or volunteer, go to To date, 17 teams have 8:30 p.m. Memberships will be or more information, please visit us www.AxisAprilFools5K.org or call operated and benefitted from available starting at 5:30 PM. at www.fusionsc.org or call (925) 925-201-6221. Hours on Sat., March 9 are 10 443-7570. the snack shack. An added a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sun., March bonus, says Morgan, is the 10, 1 to 4:30 p.m. is Bag Day. Bike Race Volunteers Fill a paper bag (provided) Martial Arts Fans have the unique opportunity interaction between parents Taylor’s Martial Arts in Livermore to experience the 2013 Amgen Tour and athletes of different for $4 or fill a special edition sent 15 of its students to compete in of California, from the inside. sports, as multiple teams Friends of the Library canvas the California Black Belt League 2013 Race organizers are recruiting tote bag for$8. Totes are also Kick Off Tournament in Modesto, nearly 5,000 volunteers to assist with may operate the snack shack available for $5, including sales CA, on March 2, 2013. The following the race along the approximately 750- on the same night. tax. Bag Day Special features students competed and placed: mile course from Escondido to Santa Forms: Sofie McMichael – 1st Rosa, May 12 – 19, 2013. Volunteer The LHS Boosters also all audiovisual and specially Place First Timers; Alexis Aying registration is now open at www. expanded their spirit wear priced items ½ off. – 1st Place 8-10 yr old Beginners; amgentourofcalifornia.com. Friends of the Dublin Helena Macias – 2nd Place 8-10 yr Many of the volunteer positions offerings to include items Library invite you to shop for old Intermediate; Jaden Husser – 1st available are Course Marshals, a like socks, beanies, scarves, bargain books and audiovisual Place 11-13 yr old Beginners; Katrina critical race duty. Course Marshals are and necklaces. “It’s gone materials at the semi-annual Curbelo – 3rd Place 11-13 yr old Begin- assigned along the race course to assist race staff and local law enforcement really well,” says Morgan. Used Book Sale. ners; Hector Flores – 1st Place 11-13 authorities in each city. They have the More information is avail- yr old Intermediate; Ariyana Walling opportunity to be on the race route “The most popular item is – 2nd Place 11-13 yr old Intermediate; able on the Library's website at and close to the cyclists, helping to the flannel pajama pants.” www.aclibrary.org, the Friends’ Joseph Ventura – 1st Place 18-39 yr monitor pedestrian traffic, barricades old Advanced and road closures, as well as keeping The goals and objectives website at www.dublinfriends. Sparring: Mayalanni Erediano spectators informed as the race is in of the LHS Boosters are to org, or you can call the Library – 1st Place First Timers, 3rd Place progress. maintain and improve the at 925-828-1315. The Library is 6-7 yr old Girls Beginners; Devin Additional volunteer positions, wheelchair accessible. Mordick – 3rd Place 8-9 yr old Boys such as media support, security and athletic facilities at LHS; Beginners; Alexis Aying – 1st Place volunteer check-in, are being recruited support and recognize the by the 12 host cities as needed. Vol- 8-9 yr old Girls Intermediate, 8-9 yr efforts of teams and athletes; Gem Faire old Girls Grand Champion; Elizabeth unteers must be over the age of 18 or Gem Faire will be in Pleas- Garcia – 1st Place 10-11 yr old Girls accompanied by an adult. Shortly after provide additional oppor- filling out the online form at www. anton Mar. 8-10, 2013 at Intermediate, 10-11 yr old Girls Grand tunities to teams and ath- Alameda County Fairgrounds Champion; Noah Britto – 4th Place amgentourofcalifornial.com, appli- cants will be contacted by their local letes not funded by school in Pleasanton. Hours are Fri. 10-11 yr old Boys Intermediate; Ka- organizing committee with further trina Curbelo – 1st Place 12-13 yr old money; and have an ongoing 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, information. and Sun. 10am-5pm. General Girls Beginners; Ariyana Walling – 1st Stage 7 on Sat., May 18 follows a dialogue with the commu- Place 12-13 yr old Girls Intermediate; route through Livermore to the summit admission is $7, valid for the Hector Flores – 1st Place 12-13 yr old of Mount Diablo. nity, increasing awareness entire weekend. Boys Intermediate, 12-13 yr old Grand For more information, please visit of LHS athletic events. Over 60 world renowned Champion; Joseph Vitale – 2nd Place www.AmgenTourofCalifornia.com. To learn more, visit www. importers/exporters and manu- 14-15 yr old Boys Advanced; and facturers will be on site with Tanya Sharetskaya – 2nd Place 14-15 cowboyboosters.org. yr old Girls Black Belt. the largest selection of fine jewelry, gems, beads, crystals,

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If you have or email: [email protected]. any information to share, please send it anton Run for Education porting Pleasanton public to [email protected], along with on Sunday, April 14, 2013. schools by raising funds for your contact information. Thanks so The event will include a half programs that are threatened Fun on the Farm much for your help. Forest Home Farms Historic marathon, 5K and 1-mile by state budget cuts. “It is Park and the Glass House Mu- Run, Walk Kids’ Challenge. Both the our hope that this event will seum offer Fun on the Farm from Axis Community Health’s first- half marathon and 5K routes be an annual highlight that ever fun, foolish, and fabulous 5K pass through the scenic his- will bring the community Walk & Run takes to the streets on Sunday, April 7th. toric Main Street of Pleasan- together to increase support The event starts at the future ton and finish at the Alameda of our education initiatives,” Axis location, 5925 West Las Positas County Fairgrounds. said Kelly French, Pleas- Blvd., in Pleasanton’s Hacienda Busi- ness Park. The Pleasanton Run for anton Run for Education Registration includes a commemo- Education is presented by chair. rative tech T-shirt. Registration fee is ClubSport Pleasanton and To register or to sign-up $30 for adults until April 3, $35 after; and $15 for youth (17 or under) until 100% of the proceeds from to volunteer on race day, April 5, $20 after. Event logistics are the half marathon, 5K & please go to www.ppierun. by On Your Mark Events. Runners 1-mile Kids’ Challenge will com. PAGE 8 - The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 Young Women Learn about Careers in Pleasanton Girl's Talk Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Helps Guard Against By Carol Graham Las Positas College host- Cyberbullyies ed the Tri-Valley Expanding Your Horizons conference By Ron McNicoll the police. In that way, such on March 2. The event is With the demeaning and attacks can be stopped, not designed to encourage 6th intimidating behavior of bul- only against a particular - 9th grade girls to consider individual, but also against education and career options lying in schools spreading to in the STEM fields: science, on-line contact, Pleasanton others, said Aashna. technology, engineering and Middle School 8th-grader Students should not be mathematics. Aashna Avachat decided to afraid to go on Facebook, "It couldn't have gone do something about it. provided they use the pri- better," said event chair- As a service project in- vacy feature that is available person Jean Shuler. "The tended to attain her silver allowing access to their site weather was perfect, the medal in Girl Scouts, Aashna only if people log in. conference was full and the created a slide show. She vis- There are fake Facebook workshops were great. The ited her former elementary logos on-line. If you click girls seemed to really enjoy school, Hearst, on Jan. 25, on one, a computer may get the entire day learning about and made a presentation of a virus, said Aashna. STEM subjects. They were the show to a combined audi- It's also important to be energized and had fun." ence of 4th and 5th graders. careful what one writes on About 300 girls from LLNL scientist Sonia Wharton (far left) lead a workshop where students learned the Aashna demonstrated a Facebook page. "Eighty Livermore, Pleasanton, principles of wind energy and designing windmills. (Photo - Jacqueline McGride, LLNL) percent of colleges look at Dublin and the surround- creativity in searching the internet for images, choosing social networking accounts. ing areas attended the event minute hands-on workshops, Expanding Your Horizons part of a project that helps organized by the Lawrence colorful drawings and varied If you post pictures at a party which included Modern Network, the umbrella for young women get into sci- type styles that appeal to doing crazy things, you may Livermore and Sandia Na- Alchemy - Livermorium, EYH conferences through- ence professions." elementary school children. have perfect grades, but tional Laboratories. LEGO Robotics and Junior out the world. Although During the conference, colleges also look at how "I was surprised about Vets for Pets. conferences in past years an adult program, conducted She received help from a the size of the event," said Livermore High School had been held at LPC, its by LPC and Oakland's Tech- friend, Alisia Blair. students act after school. father Bill Washington, freshman Isabella Widmann most recent venue had been bridge, was offered to par- Aashna attended forums They may not want you," whose 12-year-old daugh- joined the Fingerprinting Diablo Valley College. ents to provide information about cyberbullying in said Aashna. ter Zoe attended the event. Whodunnit? workshop. "I "We are very pleased that on preparing their daughters Pleasanton and San Ramon Like computer users of "There's a huge void in the had fun exploring the differ- we were able to bring this for college and stimulat- to gather much of her infor- all ages, young people need business world in which ent aspects of science that I great event back to Liver- ing their interest in STEM mation for the presentation. to be aware of the danger these subjects are impera- can pursue and the different more and Alameda County," subjects. Other material, including of viruses. "A lot of times, tive for advancement. It's ideas of what I can become," said LPC President Kevin Local dignitaries were of- visuals, came from Common a virus might be hidden in encouraging to see so many she said. "I liked how the Walthers, Ph.D. "This is the fered tours of the workshops. Sense Media, a San Fran- an attachment. There might young ladies interested in class opened up a whole heart of our mission - serv- "Every classroom was alive expanding their knowledge cisco-based non-profit. be an attached picture, and variety of ideas." ing our community partners with action and enthusiasm," Common Sense Media you catch the virus when and acumen." Since 1979, Tri-Valley and building educational op- said LPC Vice President Jan- Attendees visited a ca- works to guide children and you open it up. Sometimes Expanding Your Horizons portunities. I can't imagine ice Noble, Ph.D. "My hope parents about age-appropri- pop-up ads for anti-virus reer fair and participated has provided an indepen- a better way to reach out to is that these young women ate materials on the web, as programs will you give you in their choice of two 90- dent conference under the the community than to be begin to see themselves in a virus, which is ironic," said the role of women of sci- well as in other media, such ence, technology, engineer- as books and television. Aashna. ing and math. I also hope Aashna's slide show cov- One good protection for (continuedODYSSEY from page one) that the college campus is ers many facets designed to kids on-line is for them to teach kids how to keep their use a parent's e-mail address. Other projects included solar ducting research, analyzing no longer a scary adult place, work-free incentive." but a place where they can guard up to prevent being In that way, if anything goes energy, nanotechnology and the results, and forming a Cortez's third-grade come for educational op- exploited while on-line. wrong, the parents will know robotics. conclusion. daughter Madalen worked "This year's event was portunities, and the begin- One basic rule is in four about it immediately. The "By completing science with a friend to submit a ning of a life of learning and great, about 700 students projects, students develop bread mold experiment: words: Stop, block, talk, and child won't be a victim, said with 500 projects partici- growth." Aashna. and use reasoning, creativity White or Wheat? Light or Noble added that the save. The first three words of pated," said event coordi- and critical thinking skills," Dark? "The part of the proj- the rule mean that the victim District assistant super- nator and science teacher coordination between EYH said Brinker. "Not everyone ect I liked most was making organizers and Las Positas should stop looking at the intendent Odie Douglas Regina Brinker. "Many will grow up to be a scientist the board because we got bullying attack, and stop the happened to be at Hearst on more students and families College was exceptional. or researcher, but everyone to use our 'art brains,'" said LPC looks forward to a re- the day Aashna was giving attended the event to see attack by blocking it on the will grow up having to make Madalen. "The best part of turn engagement next year. her talk. He was invited to the projects, visit the many computer. Then kids should life choices using critical the fair was to see that we "The conference is a display booths and listen to talk about the attack with attend. Douglas came away thinking skills to help deci- got a 1st Place ribbon." completely volunteer ef- live music." their parents. impressed with both Aashna sion making." The day before Thurs- fort; we're always seeking With original songs like Only 10 percent of chil- and her friend, Alisia. Teachers in the district day's fair, students brought female professionals to lead Dance of the Muscle Groove dren are willing to talk to "They were very well- encourage students to par- their projects to Junction and or help in the workshops," and Fathom the Atom, local their parents about such at- versed young women, poised ticipate though don't require met with two judges who said LLNL organizer Susan band Scientific Jam per- tacks, said Aashna. "Some and informative in their pre- it. Two Joe Michell School questioned them about how Springer. "We hope the formed during the fair in sentation," said Douglas. teachers found a unique their topics had been chosen, girls realize that there are no think that they can handle Junction's multi-purpose way to inspire their second- what difficulties they had limitations on their futures. it themselves, or that it's not Aashna hopes to interest room. "The Odyssey is a They need to keep their grade students. "To show faced, and what they had a big deal, or their parents other schools in hearing her great event where students minds open and explore all how much we value the learned. will be overprotective. But presentation. have a forum to present their of their options. Science is thinking process and work "Students were awarded parents had a childhood. scientific ideas and experi- a girl thing, too." that go into researching, first, second or third place, They know what it's like ments," said band founder For more information, conducting and completing or honorable mention," said to be bullied, and they can and Christensen Middle visit tveyh.org. a Science Odyssey project, Brinker. "Regardless of the School science teacher Jef- help," said Aashna. we offered students two placement students were frey Hale. "Students learn Saving the material in weeks free from homework proud of their work and their the scientific process and Engineering the cyberattack is important. last year," said Katie Cortez. accomplishment." how to communicate find- When someone is bullied on "At first they just bought into Attendees visited ex- ings in a public forum." and Science the playground, it's usually the homework pass, but in hibitor booths to discover Any K-12 student in the the victim's word against the the end they all raved about firsthand what developments Fair This district may participate. perpetrator's. However, with the whole process and how are taking place in the com- Students must complete computers, the material can much they learned about sci- munity. Solar Universe, Weekend scientific investigations that ence. The real pay-off came Wattz On, Friends of the Ar- be saved and printed out. include formulating a ques- Lawrence Livermore Na- this year when the majority royos and Livermore High Printing out the bullying tion, posing an hypothesis, tional Laboratory presents of those students completed School Green Engineering material is essential, because testing the prediction by the Alameda County Sci- another project as third grad- Academy were among the it can be shown to school collecting data and con- ence & Engineering Fair on ers even without the home- two dozen exhibitors at the Sat., March 9 at the Alameda officials, and, if necessary, Odyssey. County Fairgrounds. "Students are exposed to Students in 6 - 12th new ideas, and to old ideas grades from schools in Al- from a different perspective, ameda County have submit- which each can use to make ted science and engineerin- better decisions in their ing projects. future," said New World The science fair projects Systems' David Darlington will be open to the public who educates students about on Saturday, March 9th how to conserve energy and from 2:30 pm until 6:00 resources while at school. pm at the Alameda County Both Sandia and Law- Fairgrounds in Pleasanton rence Livermore National . Follow the signs to the Laboratories sponsored the project buildings O, P, R event, along with support Fairgrounds MAP Admis- from many others including sion. Parking is free - enter Livermore Valley Educa- at Gate 12 off of Valley tional Foundation, Adopt a Avenue. Creek, PG&E, and Zone 7 More information can be Water Agency. found at www.acsef.com "It's amazing listening to and watching students describe their experiences with experimenting, fail- ing, succeeding, and then completing a judged inter- view," said Cortez. "There truly is no measure to how Pictured are Abbie Otte, Sean Taulbee and Kate many academic and life les- Merritt, who were awarded the 4th and 5th Grade Best sons they learn just through in Show/First Place winners in the district for the the journey from idea to Science Odyssey held last Wednesday and Thursday culmination at the Science Odyssey." night. The students are 4th Graders at Emma C, Smith Elementary. The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 - PAGE 9

be necessary, there is the Initiatives and referendums direction. We can't continue He believes that it is CANDIDATES issue of fairness, he stated. are options open to people to as we have." possible to retain more lo- (continued from page one) "A city should be able to express opposition to a deci- Currently, the city is cal control. "It starts with determine its own future. sion made by government. preparing a plan for East awareness, then action. We There is the potential important, he continued. At We want to maintain the As for the ridgeline pro- Pleasanton. Miller said that are still in the awareness to look at incentives to at- the same time, there is a need Pleasanton feeling. We have tection initiative by voters, the main thing is that it be stage," he declared. tract businesses, he added. for growth. "It is unrealistic a vibrancy that is not found Miller said the key is to balanced for both property He suggested there may to say we are not going to elsewhere." make sure that the rules are owners and the people of KATHY NARUM be a need to revisit fees to grow. Any development clear to everyone. Pleasanton. Kathy Narum has served determine if they are ap- should include a look at DAVID MILLER He supports the gen- When it comes to any on the planning commis- propriate. potential revenues as well David Miller studied eral concept of an urban development or projects in sion for five years. Prior to Hamilton said he believes as environmental impacts." electrical and computer en- growth boundary. "Every the city, Miller stated he that she was a member of that the downtown needs to He wants to make sure the gineering at the Univer- town should have its own would want three questions the Parks and Recreation expand to provide a good city has enough parks and sity of Texas. He works as character. One way that can answered: how much will it Commission. Other civic mix of businesses and enter- playing fields, which he a smartphone engineering be achieved is by retaining cost, who pays, and where activities include co-chair of tainment. At the same time, said could come along with executive in Santa Clara. separation. Pleasanton's ur- will the money come from? the East Pleasanton Specific it is important to maintain development. Miller said he was asked ban growth boundary was "We need to understand the Plan Task Force, member of the historic feeling. "I don't He saw some benefit to to run for the vacant council approved by citizens," he cost." the Downtown Hospitality want the downtown to turn the Oak Grove development seat by business people, added. He opposed Measure B, Guideline Task Force, Hous- into a shopping mall," he with its park and trails. "The homeowners and taxpayers Pleasanton has been re- because it did not contain a ing Element Task Force and stated. Lins do own the land. We looking for a voice in city quired to zone for high den- sunset clause. Asked where Hacienda Transit Oriented Expanding entertainment have to respect their right to government. "They see me sity housing. Miller said that funds would come from for Development Task Force. opportunities would bring build on it within reason. A as a fresh voice." goes back to local control. such projects as widening She is involved with the in revenue. "The Firehouse referendum overturned the Miller noted that many of He opposes high density Highway 84, Miller replied Pleasanton Seahawks swim was a good first step. There approval. Perhaps we could his supporters are blue-collar because it doesn't fit the that using the money for team and Pleasanton RAGE should be more entertain- have negotiated a project and middle-class profession- character of Pleasanton. the high speed rail system girls soccer. ment centers," he stated, that would have been sup- als. They are concerned that Plus, residents never had might go a long way towards Narum earned a BS de- pointing to the Vine Theatre ported. There is a need to city government is evolving a say. "A court decision financing other infrastruc- gree in chemical engineer- in Livermore as an example. balance the rights of owner- into a self-perpetuating bu- overturned the will of the ture. ing from the University of "It's an experience, not just a ship versus what is right for reaucracy. "They are afraid voters, overtuning the hous- In the downtown, Miller California, Davis. place to see a movie." the town." that as members of the com- ing cap." described himself as pro- She said of her decision One of his main interests He said of future growth munity, they will be given There needs to be an business. "We need to make to run for the city council, is youth engagement. He he would respect the ur- less and less say in how open debate about housing sure that what the city does "It's time. I'm ready. I have declared, "It is important to ban growth boundary. "We the community is being run options, to come up with the helps business owners, while learned how to get things invest in our youth." One have to listen to the voters. because of regional and state right way to solve the prob- being respectful of residents done. My experience has way is to maintain a strong They approved the growth mandates." lem of providing housing for who live in the downtown." provided me with a perspec- working relationship with boundary. I want to keep He stated that he would a variety of people who want He added that the historic tive of the entire city." the schools. He would seek our uniqueness," he said. bring several skills to the to live in Pleasanton, Miller buildings in the area are One of her areas of focus joint development opportu- He supports the ridgeline council. He has been a com- continued. part of the character of the would be parks and open nities between the city and protections. munity advocate for the last He offered two views re- town. "However, we have to space. "I want to make sure school district for new parks When it comes to high several years, so knows is- garding the addition of more be smart about what we do, that we continue toward fis- and affordable recreational density housing, he states, sues. For the last 25 years, population to the city. More making sure that the rules cal sustainability in order to facilities such as the duel "I'm somewhere in the mid- he has worked in the high people means more money. are clear about what can maintain the quality of life use gyms at Hart and Har- dle. There was a lot of mon- tech industry solving prob- At the same time, there is or cannot happen. Property residents have come to ex- vest Park middle schools. ey spent fighting the lawsuit lems, working with others to more crime and congestion, rights come with property pect. That includes parks and "There is a need to support that led to the requirement reach a common objective. more kids in classrooms and responsibility," he stated. open space," said Narum. teachers, high school sports to zone for high density He would use what he has the need for more govern- He absolutely believes While some see the un- and clubs. One of the rea- housing. That money could learned to benefit the city, ment (services). that an election to fill the funded liability the city faces sons people live here is the have been spent on other if elected. "I support the right kind vacant seat was the right due to employee benefits as school system. Making sure things." He added, "I don't Focusing on transparen- of growth, such as small way to proceed. "There is a big issue, Narum doesn't it is a strong system helps to think there is a requirement cy, keeping local decisions businesses, high tech com- a need for voices from dif- think that should be the retain high property values," that every person should be under local control, and panies and single family ferent perspectives to be focus of the campaign. She he stated. able to have a house. There keeping Pleasanton’s small housing," he stated. part of city government. believes the city is moving He also believes that edu- should be preference for town charm safe from out- He would work to bring Pleasanton tends to have a in the right direction to deal cation and activities help to housing given to people side special interests, Miller in businesses using "deter- varsity team that comes up with its unfunded liability. build strong future citizens, who have lived in town for said, would be his focus. ministic processes," which through the commissions. If As the market recovers, the reduce crime and graffiti. a long time." "I'm big on fighting for he defined as making it less an appointment were made, liability will be reduced. "We have to give kids hope. An election is the best local control. The City of cumbersome to open a busi- it would likely have been a This year's reduction in They are the future." Hamil- way to fill the vacant council Pleasanton should decide ness. That would include commissioner. Bureaucrats the liability was solely the ton would like to implement seat. That avoids the issue of Pleasanton's future. I want looking at fees, zonings tend to support bureaucrats; result of market recovery, after-school programs and a council majority appoint- to keep raising awareness and the approval process. we need leadership." she noted. tutor sessions. He would ing a like-minded person. on how local government "I want to be pro-business," One of his goals would be She continued, that it is work with businesses to help Hamilton supported Mea- is losing local control. We he added. to keep the schools strong. important to grow city rev- set up jobs or internships for sure B in the last election. "I are being told what to do by The city faces an unfund- He pointed out that his enues in order to be able to youth. saw value in it, in that it unelected bureaucrats," he ed liability when it comes to mother was a teacher. "I fund capital improvement, He is also seeking to would to reduce cut-through declared. retiree benefits. Miller said learned the value of educa- projects such as the next improve housing opportuni- traffic in the city." Funds Asked how he would that it is important that the tion. I’m teaching it to my phase of the Bernal Property. ties and programs for senior would have been available have voted on the Oak Grove city meet its obligations to three daughters, who attend Businesses are the engines citizens. He explained that to widen Highway 84. development, Miller said he city workers. He said that public school in Pleasanton. that drive the city's rev- much like the Youth Task In East Pleasanton, he believes in property rights he supports the Mayor’s I will continue to support the enues. Focusing on ways to Forces, "I would like to es- would like to add parks and an owner's ability to use efforts to create a sustain- exceptional work of teachers increase sales and property tablish a Senior Citizen Ad- and trails along with some his or her property as zoned. able budget with a balanced at our top ranked schools." tax income to the city will visory Committee to ensure development. He stated, "It When a zoning change is spending plan that is both While there is a school generate revenue. She sug- preservation and enhance- should be controlled and proposed, the community fair and affordable, and board to deal with school gested working with shop- ment of services dedicated to measurable growth." needs to be involved. He meets the obligations. "It's a issues, Miller points out ping center and mall prop- the senior population." Local control is an issue. supports the process that tough situation. You have to the city can impact schools. erty owners to revitalize and Open space and parks are While some mandates may overturned the approval of pay now or pay later. I think High density creates crowd- the Oak Grove development. the city is headed in the right ed classrooms. (continued on page 10)

Mary Lou Moore her four daughters, and ten ter-in-law Jessica Lanski of American Heart Association View, CA. tionship with Jesus. His aim Resident of Livermore grandchildren. Reno, Nevada; grandchil- in memory of Artie. Mark loved sports most was to be more like Jesus in 1934 – 2013 Mary Lou will be missed dren, Jaxen Ryder Perry- specifically the San Fran- his everyday actions, words Born In Johnstown, PA by all who knew her. She man, Grayson Levi Perry- cisco 49ers, SF Giants; loved and thoughts. Those who Mary Lou attended col- Mark Weston Harrell was a compassionate, loving man, Kyler Paul Lanski and Mark Weston Harrell was watching NHRA Drag Rac- knew him best would say lege at Chestnut Hill in woman with a great sense of Kinsley Marie Perryman. ing; that “he was just a special Philadelphia, PA where she humor and irony. He is also survived by his born on September 28, 1955 Mark found a home man.” He would say he was achieved a Bachelor’s de- A memorial service will mother Vera Perryman of and went for his heart in the love he trying to let Jesus live life gree in mathematics. be held on March 11, 2013 Hayward, California, sister to be with shared with his beautiful through him. I n t h e at 1:00 pm PT at Saint Mi- Debra Athanacio of San Jesus at wife Tina. He smiled bright The Memorial Service 1 9 5 0 s , chael Church, 458 Maple St., Lorenzo, California and his home around any of his 9 beloved will be held at Celebra- Mary Lou Livermore. A Celebration of brother Larry Perryman of in Liver- grandchildren. He loved tion Christian Center, 1135 worked for Life will follow at Saint Mi- Brentwood, California, and more, CA trying new recipes, work- Bluebell Dr. Livermore, on Remming- chael Large Hall, 326 Maple many nieces, nephews and February ing out, reading, and was March 7th, 2013 at 4:00 pm ton Rand as St., Livermore. friends. Artie was preceded 25th, 2012 a sound engineer for many with Pastor Larry Ihrig of- a computer In lieu of flowers, the in death by his father, Arthur at the age years. ficiating. In lieu of flowers, designer. family would appreciate a R. Perryman, Sr. of Hay- of 57. He enjoyed riding his memorial donations may There she donation to Hope Hospice. ward, California. Mark is Harley bikes with his friends be made to the Livermore m e t a n d A collection basket will Artie was born on Janu- predeceased by his parents, of the Celebration Riders, Pregnancy Resource Center m a r r i e d be available at the service, ary 31, 1945 in Oakland, Warren and Dorothy Harrell. taking the boat out with 4200 East Ave. Suite 104 James M. Moore (Jim). or you can contact Hope California and moved with He is survived by his loving family and friends, as well Livermore, CA 94550 or go Mary Lou and Jim moved Hospice at 925-829-8770 his family to Livermore in wife of 18 years, Tina. They as reading the Bible and to www.livermoreprc.org to Livermore, California by E-mail: info@HopeHos- 1978, where he has since were married in San Jose on writing in his journal. Arrangements by Cal- where they had four daugh- pice.com, or online www. resided. Artie graduated October 20, 1994. Mark had a strong rela- laghan Mortuary. Mark is lovingly re- ters, Lucy, Peggy, Amy, and hopehospice.com/donation. in 1962 from Sunset High Katie. membered by his wife Tina; html. School in Hayward, Cali- brothers Warren, Randy and While raising her family, fornia. Mary Lou enjoyed playing Ken; sons Mark Jr., Chris, Artie was an extraordi- Phillip and Travis; daughter an active role at St. Michael Arthur R. Perryman, Jr. nary craftsman and artist. Church. She taught CCD and On February 25, 2013, Amanda; 9 grandchildren, Artie unexpectedly passed He enjoyed riding his bike and loving nieces, nephews volunteered in numerous ac- around Livermore cover- tivities of the schools where away while visiting his chil- and other relatives. dren in Lake Tahoe, Cali- ing up graffiti, golfing with Mark was born in Oak- her children attended. She friends, and spending time land, CA in 1955. He gradu- also enjoyed reading, gar- fornia. He is survived by his two with his two sons and grand- ated from Newark High dening, and sewing. Mary children. School. He worked as a Lou was an avid Bridge s o n s , Zackery Artie will be dearly Director IT for Netflix and player and part of a monthly missed by his family and most recently as the Director club that spanned more than P e r r y - man and friends. of Corporate IT for Com- 50 years. There will be a “Celebra- plete Genomics in Mountain As her children matured, d a u g h - t e r - i n - tion of Life” on Saturday, Mary Lou returned to col- March 9, 2013 from 1:00 lege and earned a degree law Col- leen Per- p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at his resi- in accounting, after which dence in Livermore, Califor- she served as a bookkeeper r y m a n of Lake Tahoe, California. nia. In lieu of flowers, do- for Davidson’s Pharmacy’s. nations can be made to The Later she was employed as Jesse Perryman and daugh- a teller by Bank of the West where she provided years of loyal service to many Livermore businesses and residents. Mary Lou is survived by her two brothers Thomas and George, husband James, PAGE 10 - The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 CANDIDATES from The Simmons School Valley have provided for ment opportunities, such as (continued from page 9) activities in areas that she classes in Excel. of Management, a Bachelor Cut-through traffic is an improve their developments to defend itself against the the downtown hospitality of Science degree in Applied and others enjoy, such as vis- lawsuit that led to the re- guidelines task force. She iting wine country or hiking issue, particularly in the thereby attracting shoppers. Mathematics from UCLA, downtown. She supported The city should encourage quirement to rezone land. opposed the final recommen- and completed Economics on the ridge. She thinks that She stated, "That is money dation, preferring a wider higher densities are a good Measure B. Sanwong said companies to locate in the courses at Harvard Univer- she is hopeful that any new Hacienda Business Park. that could have gone to parks transition zone along Peters sity Extension. trade-off to maintain such or some other desired proj- Street between residents amenities. "It's about mak- proposal will look at ways to To assist businesses, Na- Her professional career solve traffic on 580, 680 and rum said, "We need to be ect. The lawsuit resulted in and downtown businesses. includes working as a senior ing smart decisions and get- a loss of some control over "I want the downtown to ting out the right message. work to improve and widen as efficient as we can when market research analyst at Highway 84. it comes to permitting and development on sites around be successful. If we don't Autodesk, and a teaching The overall cost to society the BART station." have buy in from residents, in terms of infrastructure East Pleasanton plan- the approval process." She assistant at Simmons School ning is underway. Sanwong pointed out that fees are Narum pointed out that it won't happen." of Management. is less for higher density the city will not build one She believes an elec- than if development were said she doesn't hear a lot in seen as an issue. However, Sanwong said she would the discussions about using many people don't know unit. Development will be tion was the best way to bring a knowledge of Pleas- sprawled," she stated. market driven. "I think some fill the vacant council seat. There are some sites in modeling and visualization that Pleasanton collects re- anton and technology skills tools in creating a specific gional fees along with city of the opposition to high However, in the future con- to the council. Her career in Pleasanton that would be density housing is fear of sideration might be given to conducive to higher density, plan. For example, extending fees. Other cities, such as the tech industry has includ- El Charro to Stanley would Livermore, only collect city change. So far, the applica- appointing the person who ed exploring and analyzing such as those near transit. tions we have seen for high finishes third in the previ- "I know there is no support be expensive. I would like fees. The regional agencies models that create change to see a cost analysis to see collect their own fees. That density housing are high ous election. There would through new applications for building high density quality communities that have to be some criteria, throughout the city. I do be- whether an extension works gives the perception that it of technology. If elected, with the entire road system cost more to conduct busi- come with a lot of ameni- such as finishing within a set she would look at using lieve in walk-able communi- ties such as a pool, BBQ percentage of the winners. ties." Sanwong would like and if it is worth building. ness in Pleasanton. technology to increase civic A model would provide that Incentives, such as allow- area, open space and play- Otherwise there should be an engagement in government. to see more housing options ground." election. "There is a lot to be in the city, noting it can be information. ing city fees to be paid over "Residents would see a 21st When it comes to local a number of years, might She admits that the prob- said for having a dialog and century leader using 21st very expensive to live in lem of providing housing discussing the issues." Pleasanton. control, it comes back to be one way to attract more century tools, like social communication. "This isn't businesses, she said. for local workers, such as Narum would like to see media, to address the city's She and her husband live police, fire and teachers, has the senior housing at Kot- in the downtown. "We enjoy the Pleasanton of yester- She is focusing on the highest priorities," she de- day. The secret is out about Stoneridge Mall, as an ex- been ignored. The pendulum tinger Place and Pleasanton clared. living in a building that has had swung too far in ap- gardens move forward. been preserved. At the same California. People are com- ample. There is an additional If elected, she would like ing here. There needs to 250,000 square feet of space proving expensive homes; In talking to seniors, she to update the city's website, time, there are structural is- now, it is swinging back the said that "greening" the sues that could raise issues be a conversation to make approved for Stoneridge. "I as well as look at other our concerns known, to tell would work with the owners other way. cemetery is another issue ways for information to be about the cost of repairs." "I'm not happy that we important to them. Consideration needs to be Sacramento we need more to encourage them to move provided to residents about property tax money back to forward. The mall needs re- don't have more local con- She would like to see programs that are available. given to property rights and trol." Narum said that local more activities for kids. "I the cost to preserve a build- deal with the cost associated vitalization." She says other One of the goals of the with mandates approved by shopping centers around the leaders lobby in Washington, know it's a money issue. EVC is to keep businesses ing when coming up with D.C. for regional projects. At the same time, there is a plan for preserving the the state." city should also be revital- in Pleasanton and encour- Not all solutions will ized. The staff should en- Local control is a regional nothing that says the square age others to locate in the historic character of the concern. Why not go to Sac- footage at the mall couldn't downtown. come from government. courage and support owners. city. "I've noticed that a lot Sanwong is an advocate of Keeping people shopping in ramento and lobby to return be filled by entertainment of people who live in Pleas- The city's recent business control back to the region. options such as a movie the- survey found that people partnerships that involve Pleasanton and bringing in anton commute elsewhere. government, nonprofits and people from outside of town "We need to be aggressive ater or a bowling alley." This is a very technology- would like to see more en- in telling our legislators that If elected, Narum said, "I tertainment options. She for-profit entities. Open means money for the city. oriented workforce. I would Heart Kitchen is a good She supported the Oak loss of local control is not am a believer in focusing on try to convince technology thinks the city should spend acceptable." a few priorities and getting some energy in trying to example, she said. It is a Grove development project companies to take advantage volunteer organization that mainly because of the park Cut-through traffic is those done rather than hav- of the workforce and locate accomplish that goal. For coming out of the busi- ing a laundry list of where teens, she doesn't think a receives support from Safe- and trails that would have in Pleasanton," she stated. way. come with it. "In hindsight, ness park. The Stoneridge it seems like nothing really Sanwong isn't convinced youth center would be the Road extension offers an op- gets accomplished. To fulfill best idea. There needs to be For-profits aren't the only there are some questions that incentives are needed type of organization that can I would have asked. But tion for commuters to leave the wishes of residents, the to attract business. "It's all options that attract teens and Pleasanton. Narum opposed bottom line is that we need others, such as bowling. enhance city revenues. She I'm not sure I would have about the story, providing points to nonprofits such changed my vote." Measure B because it did not to increase revenues, she the information about the Sanwong says that the contain a sunset clause. declared. city is headed in the right as hospitals and museums Narum said she respects advantages of Pleasanton as other options to boost the vote of the people that In the downtown, Narum and the region as a business direction in dealing with said, "I have a soft spot for OLIVIA SANWONG its unfunded liability for economic development. In overturned the approval. locale." She mentioned In- Pleasanton, Maddie's Fund She also is supportive of historic buildings. When Olivia Sanwong is a novation Tri-Valley, i-GATE worker benefits. "I don't it became evident that the native of Pleasanton. She think it is as big an issue as is an animal rescue organiza- the ridgeline protection ini- and trips taken by regional tion located in the Hacienda tiative. However, there is a Downtown Specific Plan graduated from Amador leaders to Washington, D.C. it is made out to be. Pairing did not address applications Valley High School. While it with a discussion about Business Park. There are need to define terms in the as tools that can be utilized plans to provide classes in initiative. One issue that has that tore down or modified in high school, she was to promote the area. economic development, the historic homes, the decision a member of the "We the city can look at ways to re- how to go about organizat- been discussed at the plan- She was living in Boston ing such efforts. People ning commission is what was made to provide more People" competition team. at the time the Oak Grove duce the deficits by increas- clear direction. That effort She is currently a member ing revenues. It comes back who come from all over to constitutes a 25% slope. referendum was circulated, take the classes will stay in Some have been created by is underway. The downtown of the Pleasanton Economic so did not take a stand. She to education and economic contributes to the charm and Vitality Committee (EVC) growth." Pleasanton hotels and eat grading, others are natural. sees the ridgeline protec- locally. In her view, there is nothing character of Pleasanton. and has been appointed to tions as important, noting, Education is a key, San- Some people want nothing the Cultural Steering Plan wong declared. She would The example is just one in the initiative that says "People in Pleasanton do of the cases available to there should be exemptions done, others want to take Committee. Congressman not want development on look at ways to utilize a bulldozer to the area. My Eric Swalwell named her to younger people with higher send out the message backed for man-made slopes. hills." by quantitative data that State law requires the focus would be to maintain serve on the Women’s Advi- She supports the urban degrees. They know how to the integrity of the area, but sory Committee for the 15th use technology. They are Pleasanton is a good place city to zone for high density growth boundary. Sanwong to conduct business. "There housing. She points out that allow some change." Congressional District. pointed out that urban the future. It is important to Narum was a member of Sanwong earned an MBA provide workforce develop- are so many positives," she it cost the city $3 million growth boundaries in the stated.

LEGAL NOTICES fictitious business name(s) by an Individual by an Individual following owner(s): 3/7/13 day, March 13, 2013 at 2:00 with the County Clerk of listed above on N/A. The registrant began to The registrant began to Mark W. Lemke, 15827 CNS-2451601# PM at Public Works Agency, Alameda on February 7, FOR INFORMATION Signature of Registrants transact business under the transact business under the Ash Avenue, Patterson, CA THE INDEPENDENT Legal Main Conference Room, 2013. Expires February 7, PLACING LEGAL :s/: Raymond Haywood, fictitious business name(s) fictitious business name(s) 95363 No. 3414 4825 Gleason Drive, Dublin, 2018. NOTICES President listed above on N/A. listed above on N/A. This business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA Responses Due by 2:00 The Independent Legal No. Call 925-243-8000 This statement was filed Signature of Registrants Signature of Registrants by an Individual pm on April 9, 2013 County 3419. 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Published February 2018. 2018. :s/: Mark Lemke 94551, is hereby registered tory. Specifications regarding Home Remodeling, 2390 RICHARD A. VAN 14, 21, 28, March 7, 2013. The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. This statement was filed by the following owner(s): the above may be obtained Pasatiempo St, Livermore CA KONYNENBURG FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 3403. Published February 3407. Published February with the County Clerk of Bittmore Horse Services LLC, at the Alameda County GSA 94551, is hereby registered Case No. RP13664323 NAME STATEMENT 14, 21, 28, March 7, 2013. 21, 28, March 7, 14, 2013. Alameda on February 1, 1286 Geneve Ct, Livermore, Current Contracting Oppor- 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, by the following owner(s): FILE NO. 473572 2013. Expires February 1, CA 94551 tunities Internet website at creditors, contingent credi- Michael Sean Henry, 2390 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The following person(s) do- 2018. 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VAN by an Individual 94550, is hereby registered 5162 Preston Ave, Liver- 2245 South Vasco Rd Unit act business under the ficti- No. 3417 KONYNENBURG, also The registrant began to trans- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by the following owner(s): more, CA 94551, is hereby B, Livermore, CA 94550, tious business name(s) listed known as RICHARD ARIE act business under the ficti- NAME STATEMENT NOTICE of INVITING BIDS Caleb Leighton, 5157 Norma registered by the following is hereby registered by the above on 10/24/2007. Notice is hereby given that VAN KONYNENBURG tious business name(s) listed FILE NO. 474361 Way, Apt 239, Livermore, owner(s): following owner(s): The following person(s) do- Signature of Registrants sealed competitive bids 2.A Petition for Probate above on May 3, 1991. has been filed by: CA 94550 Boatmasters, 5162 Preston Christopher J. Sorensen, ing business as: Restoration :s/: Brian Bogie, Owner/Of- will be accepted in the of- DIANA G. Signature of Registrants VAN KONYNENBURG in the This business is conducted Ave, Livermore, CA 94551 4336 Baylor Way, Livermore, Chiropractic, 1682 First St., ficer fice of the GSA-Purchas- :s/: Michael S. Henry Superior Court of California, by an Individual This business is conducted CA 94550 Livermore, CA 94550, is This statement was filed ing Department, County of This statement was filed County of ALAMEDA. The registrant began to by a Corporation This business is conducted hereby registered by the with the County Clerk of Alameda, 1401 Lakeside with the County Clerk of 3.The Petition for Probate transact business under the The registrant began to by an Individual following owner(s): Alameda on February 7, Drive, Suite 907, Oakland, Alameda on January 29, requests that: DIANA G. fictitious business name(s) transact business under the The registrant began to Lessard Chiropractic Inc, 2013. Expires February 7, CA 94612 2013. Expires January 29, NETWORKING VAN KONYNENBURG be listed above on 12/26/2012. fictitious business name(s) transact business under the 1682 First St., Livermore, 2018. 2018. BIDDERS CONFERENCES appointed as personal rep- Signature of Registrants listed above on 7/9/90. fictitious business name(s) CA 94550 The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. for RFP #901004 Behav- resentative to administer the :s/: Caleb Leighton Signature of Registrants listed above on N/A. This business is conducted 3415. Published March 7, estate of the decedent. 3396. Published February ioral Health Management This statement was filed :s/: Michael P. Schmitt Signature of Registrants by a Corporation 14, 21, 28, 2013. Information System South 4. ( X ) The petition requests 14, 21, 28, March 7, 2013. with the County Clerk of the decedent’s will and codi- This statement was filed :s/: Christopher J. 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Published February This business is conducted (510) 208-9619 or via email: Before taking certain very more, CA 94551 94551, is hereby registered Street, Livermore, CA 94551, Management, 403 Junction 28, March 7, 14, 21, 2013. by a Trust [email protected] important actions, however, This business is conducted the personal representative by the following owner(s): is hereby registered by the Ave #117, Livermore, CA NOTICE of INVITING BIDS The registrant began to trans- Attendance at Networking by a General partnership will be required to give notice Belkasim Maklaf, 1312 following owner(s): 94551, is hereby registered Notice is hereby given that act business under the ficti- Conference is Non-manda- The registrant began to trans- to interested persons unless Maplewood Dr, Livermore, AG Professional Group Inc, by the following owner(s): sealed competitive bids will tious business name(s) listed tory. Specifications regarding act business under the ficti- they have waived notice or CA 94551 691 New Well Ct, Lathrop, (1)Victor D. Baldi, 55 Head- be accepted in the office of above on 5/18/2012. the above may be obtained tious business name(s) listed consented to the proposed This business is conducted CA 95330 land Ct, Danville, CA 94506, the GSA-Purchasing Depart- Signature of Registrants at the Alameda County GSA above on 1/1/2013. action.) The independent ad- by an Individual This business is conducted Livermore, CA 94550 (2)Cyn- ment, County of Alameda, :s/: Kenneth Nather, Trustee Current Contracting Oppor- Signature of Registrants ministration authority will be The registrant began to by a Corporation thia M. Silveira, 6204 Detjen 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite / Kenneth & Nancy Nather tunities Internet website at :s/: Taj N. Kamkar, Marjan granted unless an interested transact business under the The registrant began to Ct, Pleasanton, CA 94588 907, Oakland, CA 94612 Trust www.acgov.org. Fotouhi, Partners person files an objection to fictitious business name(s) transact business under the This business is conducted NETWORKING BIDDERS This statement was filed 3/7/13 the petition and shows good This statement was filed listed above on N/A. fictitious business name(s) by a General partnership CONFERENCES for RFP with the County Clerk of CNS-2452316# cause why the court should with the County Clerk of Signature of Registrants listed above on N/A. The registrant began to #901083 Pharmacy Ben- Alameda on February 27, THE INDEPENDENT Legal not grant the authority. Alameda on January 30, :s/: Belkasim Maklaf Signature of Registrants transact business under the efit Management North 2013. Expires February 27, No. 3418 6.A hearing on the petition 2013. Expires January 30, This statement was filed :s/: Amninder Sandhu - VP fictitious business name(s) County – Monday, March 11, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS will be held in this court as 2018. 2013, 10:00 a.m. at Alameda with the County Clerk of This statement was filed listed above on January The Independent Legal No. NAME STATEMENT follows: The Independent Legal No. County General Services Date: April 2, 2013 Alameda on February 5, with the County Clerk of 1, 2013. th 3416. Published March 7, FILE NO. 474755 3397. Published February Agency, Room 1107, 11 TIME: 9:30 AM DEPT: 201 2013. Expires February 5, Alameda on February 7, Signature of Registrants Floor, 1401 Lakeside Drive, 14, 21, 28, 2013. The following person(s) doing 14, 21, 28, March 7, 2013. 2018. at: 2013. Expires February 7, :s/: Victor Baldi - General Oakland, CA and South NOTICE of INVITING BIDS business as: White House / FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Independent Legal No. SUPERIOR COURT OF 2018. Partner County – Tuesday, March Notice is hereby given that Black Market #3595, 5663 CALIFORNIA, NAME STATEMENT 3402. Published February The Independent Legal No. This statement was filed 12, 2013, 2:00 p.m. at Social sealed competitive bids will Bay St., Emeryville, CA County of Alameda FILE NO. 474457 14, 21, 28, March 7, 2013. 3406. Published February with the County Clerk of Services Agency, Shooting be accepted in the office of 94608, is hereby registered 2120 Martin Luther King The following person(s) doing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 21, 28, March 7, 14, 2013. Alameda on February 8, Star A #637, 24100 Amador the GSA-Purchasing Depart- by the following owner(s): Jr. Way business as: Mechanic King NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2013. Expires February 8, Street, Hayward, CA Re- ment, County of Alameda, White House / Black Market, Berkeley, CA 94704 Auto Repair, 3687 Old Santa sponses Due by 2:00 pm FILE NO. 474621 2018. 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite Inc, 11215 Metro Pkwy., Fort Probate Branch Rita Rd #14, Pleasanton, CA NAME STATEMENT on April 9, 2013 County The following person(s) doing The Independent Legal No. 907, Oakland, CA 94612 Myers, FL 33966 7.If you object to the 94588, is hereby registered FILE NO. 474754 Contact: Gina Temporal at business as: Animal Medical The following person(s) do- 3410. Published February This business is conducted granting of the petition, by the following owner(s): (510) 208-9606 or via email: NETWORKING BIDDERS Center of Pleasanton, 3901 ing business as: Sweet Dee 28, March 7, 14, 21, 2013. by a Corporation you should appear at the RJB Enterprises LLC, 4011 [email protected] CONFERENCES for RFP Santa Rita Road, Suite A, Photography, 726 South K The registrant began to hearing and state your Regatta Dr., Discovery Bay, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Attendance at Networking #901088 Employee Service Pleasanton, CA 94588, is Street, Livermore, CA 94550, transact business under the objections or file written CA 94505 NAME STATEMENT Conference is Non-manda- Recognition Awards North hereby registered by the is hereby registered by the – Tuesday, March fictitious business name(s) objections with the court This business is conducted FILE NO. 474506 tory. Specifications regarding County following owner(s): following owner(s): The following person(s) doing 12, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Gen- listed above on N/A. before the hearing. Your ap- by a Limited liability com- the above may be obtained Harinder Bains, 1318 Rail- Danielle Courtney Norheim, business as: Mark’s Truck eral Services Agency, Room Signature of Registrants pearance may be in person pany at the Alameda County GSA road Avenue, Livermore, 726 South K Street, Liver- and Auto Repair, 248 North I 222, 2nd Floor, 1401 Lake- :s/: Kevin R. Schockling, or by your attorney. The registrant began to Current Contracting Oppor- CA 94550 more, CA 94550 Street, Livermore, CA 94551, side Drive, Oakland, CA and VP-Tax 8.If you are a creditor or transact business under the tunities Internet website at This statement was filed This business is conducted This business is conducted is hereby registered by the www.acgov.org. 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the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and REAL ESTATE mail a copy to the personal 157) HOUSE/CONDO/ representative appointed DUPLEX RENTAL by the court within the later FOR RENT of either (1) four months from the date of first issu- Home in Patterson, CA ance of letters to a general Diablo Grande personal representative, as Gated Golfing Community defined in section 58(b) of 3 Bedrooms plus Den the California Probate Code, 3 Full Baths or (2) 60 days from the date $1450/month of mailing or personal deliv- $1450 Deposit ery to you of a notice under (510)651-4268 section 9052 of the California Inland Valley Probate Code. Other Cali- Publishing Co. fornia statutes and legal Client Code:04126-00001 authority may affect your Re: Legal Notice for rights as a creditor. You Classified Ads may want to consult with The Federal Fair Housing Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Tax Tips for Homeowners an attorney knowledgeable and state law prohibit advertisements in California law. for housing and employment that By Cher Wollard 9.You may examine the file contain any preference, limitation or discrimination based on protected The advantages of buying and owning your home are numerous: kept by the court. If you are classes, including race, color, reli- a person interested in the gion, sex, handicap, familial status pride of ownership, stability and community involvement, opportu- estate, you may file with the or national origin. IVPC does not knowingly accept any advertise- nity to build wealth for yourself and future generations. court a Request for Special ments that are in violation of the law. As you prepare to file your federal income taxes this year, keep in Notice (Form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and mind that home ownership also offers significant tax advantages. appraisal of estate assets or “The main advantage is that you have additional write-off’s that of any petition or account as can lower your taxable income,” says IRS Registered Tax Preparer provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Jenny DeSantis of Livermore. Special Notice form is avail- This means you can itemize your deductions and pay taxes on able from the court clerk. a smaller amount of your income. It could even push you into a 10.Attorney for Petitioner: lower tax bracket. TERRY CAMPBELL The two main write-off's, according to DeSantis, are: WALLACE 2125 Wylie Drive, Suite 7 1. property taxes that you pay annually, and Modesto, CA 95355 2. mortgage interest paid on your loan. (209) 529-4800 “When preparing a tax return, all taxpayers receive what is called The Independent Legal No. a standard deduction,” she explained. “Depending on your filing 3420. Published March 7, status, it can range anywhere from $5,950 (for individuals or for 14, 21, 2013. married taxpayers filing separately), to $11,900 for married couples ANIMALS who file a joint return. 2) CATS/ DOGS "This standard deduction is taken against your adjusted gross ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for income to lower your taxable income,” she explained. adoption information contact “When you purchase a home, if you take into account property Valley Humane Society at taxes and mortgage interest alone, you generally will have enough (925)426-8656. expenses to exceed the standard deduction, allowing you to itemize Adopt a new best friend: your deductions using a Schedule A.” TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal Rescue, offers animals for Most married couples filing jointly can deduct interest on up to $1 adoption every Saturday million in mortgage debt ($500,000 for individuals) on their primary and Sunday, excluding most residence or second home on their federal and state income taxes. holidays. On Saturdays from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are “Once you are able to exceed the standard deduction, there are available at the Pleasanton other deductions that you can take as well, including, but not limited Farmers Market at W. An- to, sales tax, state income tax, medical expenses, and charitable gela and First Streets. Two contributions,” DeSantis said. locations will showcase cats only: Petsmart in Dublin from In addition to mortgage interest and property taxes, some hom- 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet eowners can also deduct private mortgage insurance, sometimes Extreme in Livermore from called MI or PMI. Those who purchase homes with less than 20 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, cats are available at Petsmart percent downpayment – and anyone using FHA to purchase or in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, refinance a home – are required to carry PMI. and Pet Extreme in Livermore The PMI tax deduction was due to expire at the end of 2011, but from 12:00 to 4:00. For more was extended retroactively for 2012 and through 2013 in the “fiscal information, call Terry at (925) 487-7279 or visit our cliff” negotiations earlier this year. website at www.tvar.org It is, however, phased out by 10 percent for each $1,000 by FERAL CAT FOUNDATION which your adjusted gross income tops $100,000. That means that Cat & kitten adoptions now you can’t use the deduction if your adjusted gross income exceeds at the new Livermore Petco $110,000. on Saturdays from 10:00AM If you purchased or refinanced your primary residence in 2012, to 2:30PM. We have many you may also be able to take a deduction for fees, known as points, adorable, tame kittens that have been tested for FIV & paid to obtain a mortgage with good interest rates and terms. A point FELV, altered & vaccinated. is equal to 1 percent of the loan principal. We also have adult cats & Points on mortgages obtained to purchase a home may be deduct- ranch cats for adoption. ible on your federal taxes. EMPLOYMENT The deduction for points is subject to certain criteria, so con- 65) HELP WANTED sult with your tax advisor as to whether or not you can claim this ELECTRONICS advantage. ENGINEER Depending on your circumstances, you could also be eligible for such tax advantages as a home office deduction (for those who Livermore optoelectronics work out of their home) or a mortgage credit certificate (MCC) for company seeks Electron- low-income first-time homebuyers who purchase in certain areas. ics Engineer. MS in Electri- cal/Electronics Engineer- Homeowners who installed solar energy systems or qualified ing plus 6 months’ exp. Energy Star products may also qualify for credits on their federal taxes. Mail resume to: Credits differ from deductions in that they are applied to the Peggy Loo bottom line, rather than reducing the income on which taxes are InPhenix, Inc. 250 North Mines Road paid. Livermore, CA 94551 Those who sold a home last year have other tax issues to con- 56) ADULT CARE sider. Profits made on the sale of real estate are generally considered to Independent Contractors Wanted. Senior Home be capital gains, rather than income. The good news: You are likely Health Care. Must have ex- entitled to a hefty exemption in your capital gains tax. perience. Senior Solutions, “The way the tax code reads right now, for your personal Inc (925)443-3101. residence, individuals are not taxed on the first $250,000 of profit BE WARY of out of area and married couples are not taxed on the first $500,000 of profit,” companies. Check with the DeSantis said. “That’s profit, not the sales price.” local Better Business Bureau before you send money or So, for example, if you purchased a home in 1999 for $650,000 fees. Read and understand and sold it last year for $875,000, that is a profit of $225,000, re- any contracts before you gardless of how much you owe on the property. sign. Shop around for rates. That profit may be offset somewhat by the cost of improvements, TO PLACE A as well as the costs of selling your home. The difference is your net CLASSIFIED AD gain, which would be subject to capital gains tax rules. Call (925)243-8000 In this case, if the home was your primary residence, you would NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS likely not pay tax on this amount, as your profit is below the ex- 155) NOTICES emption. “NOTICE TO READERS: (Contrary to some reports, the Affordable Care Act does not California law requires that impact profits from the sale of real estate in 2012. Starting next contractors taking jobs that year, however, certain investors could be subject to a surtax on real total $500 or more (labor and/or materials) be licensed estate transactions.) by the Contractors State If you sold your property in a short sale or were subject to fore- License Board. State law closure in 2012, the Mortgage Forgiveness and Debt Relief Act of also requires that contractors 2007 may provide some help. include their license numbers on all advertising. Check your Normally, any debt forgiveness is considered to be income. For contractor’s status at www. example, if you owned someone $100,000 and they settled with you cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- for $70,000, the $30,000 in “forgiven” debt would be considered CSLB (2752). Unlicensed persons taking jobs less taxable income. than $500 must state in their Under the act, however, qualified homeowners who were forced advertisements that they are into foreclosure or mortgage restructuring on their principal resi- not licensed by the Contrac- dence can usually exclude income of up to $2 million ($1 million tors State License Board.” for single people or married taxpayers filing separately) on the dif- ference between the amount the lender received from the sale and the amount owed. California offers similar relief on state taxes. The federal tax relief expires at the end of this year. If you bought or sold a home in 2012, you’ll need a copy of the end-of-year statement from your mortgage company as well as the escrow statement, also known as HUD-1, from your transaction. These documents should contain all of the information you need to report the sale on your 2012 tax return. Your real estate agent should be able to provide you with a copy of the HUD-1 if you do not have yours handy. For information and advice on which deductions and credits you may be eligible to claim, consult a tax professional. Or see details at www.irs.gov and www.ftb.ca.gov Mortgage Insurance Increase Ahead for FHA Buyers Mortgage insurance premiums for FHA borrowers will increase from 1.25 percent to 1.35 percent as of April 1. Those borrowing more than $625,500 will experience even higher rates. In addition, as of June 3, FHA will no longer allow borrowers to drop mortgage insurance once their loan balance drops to 78 percent of the property’s value. This adds up to higher costs for FHA borrowers. Best advice: Act now, if you are planning to use FHA financing to purchase or refinance a home. If you need a tax expert to help you sort through your eligible deductions, or if you are thinking about buying or selling a home, contact your local Realtor. Next time: Tax Tips for Real Estate Investors Cher Wollard is a Realtor with WWW.INDEPENDENTNEWS.COM Prudential California Realty, Livermore. PAGE 12 - The Independent, MARCH 7, 2013 Brownies Raising Funds for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

By Carol Graham running. heart with joy. The girls have February's afternoon sun- "The girls have inspired lifted my spirit and reminded light glinted off sparkly and motivated me to keep me to keep following my headbands, neon sunglasses working toward my fund- passion. It's never too late and gold-colored pins in the raising goals and my Iron- to be who you could have courtyard of Smith Elemen- man goals," she added. "Ev- been." tary School in Livermore. ery time I watch the dance To donate, visit www. With ponytails bouncing gram we made it fills my IronNik.com. and hot pink shoelaces flash- ing, the second-grade girls of Brownie Troop 30309 filmed a dance video to help raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS). "Part of the Brownie program involves learning financial literacy in con- junction with cookie sales. There's also a patch that relates to philanthropy," said parent and co-leader Jenn Bowman. "My friend Ni- cole Nicolay is training for her first Ironman triathlon, fundraising for LLS's Team in Training, and making Photo - Doug Jorgensen dance grams for people who Nicole Nicolay coached the Brownies in how to create a video. donate. The girls voted to support her with a portion of Road," she said. "I suffered Livermore "Mompreneur" All cookies cost $4 per their cookie sale proceeds." quite a few injuries, one of whose most recent startup box, including the Gift of In turn, Nicolay, 36, of- which required surgery. I is Agent Evolution, has been Caring which allows pur- fered to make a dance gram spent two months in bed and posting spirited dance grams chasers to donate a desig- not just for the troop, but several months in physical on friends' social media nated box of cookies to their with the troop - an offer that therapy. I wanted to work sites and walls, as well as choice of a local food bank was met with much enthusi- hard to regain my strength. on her channel: www.you- or to military troops. For asm and excitement. A friend gave me the idea tube/therealniknik - which more information contact "I knew the girls would to join Team in Training's also features the Brownies' Jenn Bowman at (925)216- love to do it since we often IronTeam." video, "Troop 30309 In- 0201. have a crazy dance party at The LLS signature fund- spires #IronTeamSF." "I know the girls have a the end of our meetings," raising program Team in Brownie Kimmie Keller better understanding of what said Bowman. "I wanted the Training is the world's larg- said, "The best part of mak- the Leukemia and Lympho- girls to meet a woman who est charity sports training ing the dance gram is it will ma Society does and, more is accomplishing something program, raising nearly $1 help people get the help they importantly, how it helps incredibly difficult but using billion for blood cancer need while I got to have kids just like them who are the experience to do good research and patient sup- fun and be a dancing video fighting cancer. I hope they for others." port since its inception 20 star!" realize there are many fun Nicolay began training years ago. Upcoming cookie sale ways you can make a differ- for Ironman Lake Tahoe four "I, like many in our com- booths in Livermore will be ence in your local commu- months ago after recover- munity, have been affected Sunday, 3/10 at Emil Villas's nity," said Nicolay who will ing from a traffic accident by the immense courage and from 2 - 4 p.m.; Friday, the compete in the September last summer. "The car I determination of my family 3/15 at Sauced from 5 - 7 22nd triathlon, an endurance was riding in was hit by members battling cancer," p.m.; and Saturday, 3/16 at event that includes 2.4 miles a texting driver as we ex- said Nicolay. Safeway (OSH center) from of swimming, 112 miles of ited the freeway near Vasco For five years Nicolay, a 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. cycling, and 26.2 miles of BART Boosts Fares, Parking Fees The BART board ap- The Valley's two BART parking," said McPartland. McPartland would like to proved a 5.2 percent fare stations, West Dublin/Pleas- He said that it costs at least see the spaces come up to the increase and 50-cent parking anton and East Dublin/Pleas- $2.50 per day per space, and break-even point. Currently, fee boosts that will begin anton are full daily. The in- possibly $3.50, but BART all riders are subsidizing the next January. creases will go into effect in takes in only 92 cents per parking through the fare box. Acting at their meeting January. The exception will space. That is not fair, he said. Feb. 28, directors approved a be the free-parking period at plan to tie fare hikes between the stations on weekends. 2014 and 2020 to one-half The parking is so lacking percent below the cost of liv- at the two stations during the ing adjustments that would busy times that BART and be used as a benchmark. other agencies are working The fares would rise every on building an addition to two years. accommodate 550 more The vote to increase fares vehicles at the current East was unanimous. The parking Dublin station. fee vote was 8-1, with Fre- BART director John mont director Tom Blalock McPartland said that he voting "no." supports the increases, espe- The average fare will rise cially in the light of the $8 from $3.59 to $3.78, and the billion needed for operation minimum fare from $1.75 and maintenance expenses, to $1.85. including acquiring new On parking, the board de- cided to charge a minimum BART cars. of $1 per day at all BART McPartland said that the stations. Currently seven of higher parking fees will them provide free parking. come nowhere near paying Parking will rise by 50 for the cost of maintaining cents at all stations that are the parking areas. Those routinely full daily. The in- costs include security and creases will continue every electricity for lighting the six months, until a $3 cap lots. is reached, unless parking "We are running in red drops below the full levels. ink on a continuous basis for THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION A

Dublin Gears Up for St. Patrick's Weekend Festivities Dublin's 30th Annual pancakes served fresh off colorful floats, bagpipes, St. Patrick’s Day Celebra- the griddle at the Annual equestrian riders and more tion will be held March 16 Firefighter’s Pancake Break- will step-off promptly at and 17. fast. Breakfast will be served 9:30 a.m. onto Dublin Blvd. The weekend’s festivi- beginning at 7:00 a.m. at from Amador Plaza Road. ties will begin on Friday Fire Station #16, located at The 30th Annual St. Pat- evening, March 15, with Donohue Drive and Amador rick’s Day Festival will the annual Green and White Valley Boulevard. Tickets be held on Saturday and Gala hosted by the Dublin can be purchased at the door Sunday, March 16 and 17, Sister City Association. The for $5 per person. Proceeds from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 event will take place at the will benefit the Alameda p.m., at the Dublin Civic Dublin Senior Center, 7600 County Fire Fighters As- Center. There will be three Amador Valley Blvd. and sociation-Local 55 Charity stages featuring authentic welcomes guests and digni- Fund, which supports local Irish entertainment, 250 taries from sister city, Bray, non-profit and community- craft and commercial ven- Ireland visiting Dublin for based organizations. dors, an Irish Tea Cottage, a the weekend’s events. “Irish Afterwards, head down Festival Food Court serving Happy Hour” will com- Amador Valley Boulevard up unique Irish specialties, mence at 6:00 p.m., followed or Village Parkway to find carnival rides and of course, by dinner and dancing to live the perfect viewing spot a leprechaun!. music. For tickets or more for the 30th Annual Dublin • Entertainment at the information, please contact Lions Club Parade. Bring festival will include two Carol Satterthwaite at (925) chairs or take advantage of stages of all-Irish music 829-3657. the bleacher seating avail- with everything from tra- On Saturday, March 16, able at 7400 Amador Valley ditional Irish folk music to the morning begins with Boulevard. Over 80 entries Celtic Rock and bagpipes a serving of hot “green” featuring marching bands, Photo - Doug Jorgensen (See FESTIVITIES, page 7) Improv Troupes Compete using Hunger Games Styled Themes

Creatures of Impulse, Each night Creatures of pets of Impulse to its team, a 26-member teen improv Impulse “faces-off” with performing a full-length troupe, presents Improv another improve team, per- improvised musical play Face Off, in three differ- forming seven to nine rounds which kicks off its Spring ent performances at the per night, with one game or tour in San Francisco’s Un- Firehouse Arts Center in scene per round. After each Scripted Theater in Union Pleasanton. round, the teams will present Square. COI will close their Each unique show is the audience with a “wall season with a bang at the based loosely on a Hun- of prizes.” (Sound familiar, Teen Comedy Festival in ger Games-styled theme, movie fans?) An audience Chicago on May 12. This and each features a differ- member is randomly se- marks COI’s fourth time ent guest opponent troupe: lected to choose a prize (continued on page 6) Wednesday, 3/13 (free pre- from a performer. Points are view show) with Livermore awarded. The games con- Valley Charter Prep’s High tinue with the goal being to School Improv Team; Thurs- foster interactions between day, 3/14 with Think Fast troupes. from Granada High School; Creatures of Impulse has Friday, 3/15 with Improv the grown from its beginnings in Nation from Dublin High 2006 as a result of the City School; Saturday, 3/16 with of Pleasanton’s Haunted professional troupe The Un- House Performance Class, Scripted Theater Company into an award-winning teen from San Francisco. All improv program. This sea- shows are at 7:30 p.m. son COI has added Pup- Facing off are (left) Alex Cappa of Dublin High School and Drew Orlando of Creatures of Impulse. Photo at right is of the troupe. (Aaron) Zwiefel Photography 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 'Talent Against Trafficking,' Community-wide Benefit By Carol Graham the selling and treatment services. Last year, Braden Swee- of humans as objects," said Tickets for the two-hour ney asked twenty Bay Area Braden. "It takes everything show are $15 for adults, performers to take a leap of it means to live as a human and $10 for children 12 faith and perform in a talent being and rips it out of vic- and under. The evening showcase he was produc- tims. It ends lives without will include raffle drawings ing as a community-wide ending heartbeats." for "Nights on the Town" benefit. The Polaris Project is a themed baskets, provided This year, the performers leading organization in the by Casa Orozco, Piccola leapt at the chance to be a global fight against human Casa, Peet's, Granada Bowl, part of it again. trafficking and modern-day Boomer's, the Bankhead Sweeney will present slavery. Named after Polar- Theater, Beeb's and Bruno's. "Talent Against Trafficking: is, the North Star that guided "I'm most looking for- A Vocal and Dance Show- slaves to freedom along the ward to the excitement and case" at the Livermore High Underground Railroad, the positive energy of the eve- School Performing Arts The- project pushes for stronger ning itself. As an audience atre on Saturday, March 16th federal and state laws, oper- member it will be palpable," at 7:30 p.m. ates the National Human said mom Nicole Sweeney. "Although human traf- Trafficking Resource Center "What we want most of ficking is a serious and ma- hotline, conducts trainings, all is to fill the (450-seat) ture matter, ALL material and provides services to audience. Not only are presented during this event victims of trafficking. people helping support a will be appropriate for all "Statistics show that over very important effort against ages," said Braden. "The 27 million people are in human trafficking and help- show will be fun and highly modern-day slavery around Braden Sweeney is planning show. ing spread awareness, but energetic, celebrating our the world. Over one mil- they will be able to enjoy ability to make a difference lion are children, and 70% today. We owe it to those "Human trafficking is Exposing it is the first step a fun, energetic evening of as a community." are female," said performer who are suffering to do what not only happening in other we must take as a worldwide entertainment." After the success of last Melissa Heinrich. "The we can." countries," said Braden. community to bring it to an Braden's siblings are also year's showcase, "Perform- statistics and stories are hor- Every year, human traf- "With an estimated 300,000 end." involved in the showcase: ing For the Protection Plan," rifying and harrowing. We ficking generates billions children prostituted in the Every dollar raised will sister Lauren will be sing- which earned nearly $8,000 are lucky enough to live in of dollars in profits by vic- United States, it's a huge go to the Polaris Project, as ing solo as well as a duet to benefit Africa's Invisible a place where we may not timizing millions of people problem in our country, too. production costs have been with Braden, and brother Children, Braden chose this witness these crimes in our around the world as well as It's not always easy to talk sponsored by local busi- Connor is set to document year to support an inter- daily lives, however human here in the United States. about, but we have to start nesses. Mony Nop Real the evening. "I'll be filming national cause: the Polaris trafficking is a heinous viola- It's considered to be one of the conversation. We have Estate covered the theater backstage and in the audi- Project. tion of human rights for so the fastest growing criminal to start calling it what it is: costs. Fantasy Sound will ence for a montage piece that "Human trafficking is many people in our world industries in the world. human trafficking is slavery. provide professional sound (continued on page 3) Rising Star in Contemporary Jazz Julian Lage to Perform Guitarist Julian Lage has A native of Santa Rosa, backgrounds. Classically- tic Guitar. A concept album been described as “fero- Lage first picked up the trained cellist Aristides Ri- meant to evoke the personal ciously gifted" and his band guitar at the age of five and vas, percussionist Tupac connection and intimacy as one of the best up-and- has been performing virtu- Mantilla, bassist Jorge Ro- of a small town, Lage said, coming ensembles in im- ally ever since. At the age eder and tenor saxophonist “’Gladwell’ presented us provised music today. While of eight, his musical abilities Dan Blake each bring their with a clear architecture to paying tribute to his classical were profiled in the docu- own unique talents into the compose songs that evoke music background and broad mentary “Jules at Eight.” group, letting their creative feelings of people and places musical influences, from Just four years later, he was improvisations roam freely, we hold dear.” The 12 album folk and bluegrass, to Latin invited to perform with other while weaving together a tracks paint a picture of a and jazz, Lage is known both young talents at the 42nd rich and complex chamber quiet town much like the for his artistry as a musician Annual Grammy Awards jazz sound. charming wine country sur- and his emerging skills as a show and appeared at the The group’s debut album, roundings of the Sonoma composer. San Francisco Jazz Festival “Sounding Point,” released County region in which Lage LVPAC Presents will the same year. Julian Lage in 2009 was nominated for grew up. offer audiences the oppor- Lage made his first re- a Grammy Award in the The Bankhead Theater is tunity to experience the full cording at the age of 11 with now discontinued “Con- located at 2400 First Street range of his talents when the jazzman David Grisman and temporary Jazz Album” cat- in Downtown Livermore. Julian Lage Group appears has since performed with nu- well as fiddle master Mark of Music in 2008, the Julian egory. Their second album Tickets may be purchased at the Bankhead Theater merous other legends of the O’Connor. Lage Group is an eclectic “Gladwell” was immediately at the box office, by calling for the first time in a single music world including Car- Formed shortly after mix of artists and instru- credited as one of the best 925-373-6800 or visiting performance on Tuesday, los Santana, Pat Metheny, Lage finished his degree at ments with a musical style jazz albums of 2011 by the www.bankheadtheater.org March 12, 2013. and Herbie Hancock, as Boston’s Berklee College that reflects their diverse Chicago Tribune and Acous- THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 3 Ensemble to Perform Varied Program Philharmonia Baroque Or- chestra and American Bach Soloists. She has performed 2012 and recorded with many SEASON2013 of the leading Baroque en- sembles in the USA, and has also played under Sir Roger Norrington in London. John Dornenburg is BY VERDI known primarily as a viola La Traviata da gamba soloist, but he Livermore Valley Opera has also performed and re- MAR 9,10,16,17 2 & 8pm corded on the violone with large ensembles in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, Seattle, Julian and New York over the past 20 years. He has directed Lage performances of large-scale Group Baroque works such as Mon- A Rising Star in teverdi’s Vespers of 1610, Contemporary Jazz L’incoronazione di Pop- TUE MAR 12 7:30pm pea, and Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas. Fellow Archetti members include violinists The Red Clay Anthony Martin, David Wil- The Archetti Baroque String Ensemble prepares for performace at the Bankhead. son and Alicia Yang; violist Ramblers David Sego; cellist Elisabeth The Authentic American Reed and harpsichordist String Band Del Valle Fine Arts con- violin Concerto, but also will Bach’s Brandenburg Con- Yuko Tanaka. WED MAR 13 7:30pm tinues its 33rd annual concert also be small enough for the certos. Archetti will perform The remaining pieces on season with a performance intimacy needed for Bach’s the Concerto Grosso in D their program include the by the Archetti Baroque Concerto for Two Violins in Major. Introduttione teatrale in G Archetti String Ensemble on Satur- D minor. Another highlight This eight-person ba- Major by Locatelli and the day March 23, 2013 at 8 pm of this concert is Vivaldi’s roque ensemble was formed Concerto Grosso in G by Baroque at the Bankhead Theater. Concerto in E Major, La in 2009 from the leading Hellendaal. Their performance is en- Primavera (Spring from the performers of early music Ticket prices are $35, Ensemble titled “Master of the Italian Four Seasons). Handel’s in the Bay Area. In the best $29 and $23. They can be Del Valle Fine Arts Concerto." Concerti Grossi was directly tradition of small baroque purchased at the Bankhead SAT MAR 23 8pm Archetti means “bows” influenced by the concerti chamber orchestras, this Theater box office,2400 First in Italian. The name was grossi of Arcangeli Corelli, group performs without a Street, Livermore, by phone chosen both for its literal whom he met while work- conductor. Founders Carla at (925) 373-6800 or from Jesse Cook depiction of the group’s es- ing in Italy between 1706 Moore (violin) and John the LVPAC web site, www. Extraordinary and sential music-making tool, and 1710. His 12 Grand Dornenburg (violone) have mylvpac.org. High school Imaginative World Music and for its evocation of the Concertos for Strings, Opus performed together in a wide and grade school children FRI APR 5 8pm dominance of the Italian 6, are considered by Handel spectrum of early music en- can attend free, with tickets concerto in this repertory. scholar Winton Dean to be sembles since 1986. available at the box office. The group’s size is perfectly “one of the twin peaks of the Carla is concertmaster The final concert for suited to play Torelli’s Four- Baroque concerto” alongside of the Portland Baroque Or- DVFA 2012-2013 season GUEST CONDUCTOR chestra, and a frequent con- will be the Debussy Trio on POTPOURRI: certmaster and soloist with April 27. Dawn Harms TALENT Livermore-Amador Symphony (continued from page 2) SAT APR 6 8pm Braden would like to have time to put on an incredible done," said Connor. event benefitting a worthy Melissa added, "Braden cause. Did I mention he did is incredible for organizing this last year too? And that Menopause this event. He's a senior at it was wildly successful? the Musical Granada High School, tak- Whatever college he winds Gfour Productions ing many AP and honors up going to will be a lucky APR 10,12,13 7:30, 2 & 8pm classes, pouring so much institution because he is one energy and time into his amazing, talented and self- college auditions for musical less person." CALL CLICK theater programs, keeping To learn more or purchase 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org up with his intense training tickets, visit: https://sites. and family responsibilities, google.com/site/talentagain- COME BY AND he somehow finds sttrafficking/ 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 Buddhist Boot Camp Focuses on Training the Mind

By Carol Graham started years ago while One of Buddhism's gov- as they left, and several "What strikes me working as a paralegal. erning principles is that all emails from people since the most about Timber When he moved from suffering is self-inflicted. the event saying how Hawkeye and the Bud- California to Washington "All of our joy is self- much they enjoyed hearing dhist Boot Camp book and he discovered that despite inflicted as well," added Timber. I'm impressed that talk is that the message is making half the money, Hawkeye. "I was looking people took the time to do true for everyone," said he was twice as happy. "I for something inspirational that." audience member Sandy learned that how happy I that people today would Hawkeye might gently O'Connor. "No matter am has nothing to do with not only have the attention object to the focus being who we are, where we how much money I'm mak- span to read all the way on the messenger instead come from or even what ing," he said. "The money through, but actually un- of the message. "People we believe in, we can all is never enough because derstand and implement in come to see someone ex- learn a little something our definition of enough their daily lives. I pictured traordinary; I am anything about acceptance, forgive- continually changes." a simple guide to being but," he said. "I'm the ness and compassion. We He decided to leave the happy, and in it just two same as you. There are no can nurture happiness in corporate world behind, words: 'Be grateful.'" enlightened beings, only our own lives and in turn, sell his belongings and Wearing a "Sit Hap- enlightened activity." the lives of others." move to Hawaii. Friends pens" t-shirt, a playful nod Copies of Buddhist O'Connor was one of told him, "Dude, keep in to meditation, Hawkeye Boot Camp are available dozens who attended Bud- touch. We want to know spoke to the audience at Towne Center Books for dhist Boot Camp author what happens with your for nearly an hour before $12.99. The bookstore's Timber Hawkeye's talk at life." taking questions from the future events include a talk Pleasanton's Towne Center What happened is that attendees. by Murder Misdirected Books on February 28th. Hawkeye learned to live "How can I juggle striv- author Andrew MacCrae, The premise behind mindfully and with deep ing to be more enlightened along with upcoming visits Hawkeye's book is that joy. "My intention is to without being attached to from bestselling authors boot camp is a training awaken, enlighten, enrich goals?" asked one attendee. J.A. Jance, Meg Wolitzer method. Buddhism is all and inspire," he said of Hawkeye answered, and Elizabeth Berg. about training the mind. sharing his experiences in "Act without wanting any- As for Hawkeye's visit, Many people don't have a book that evolved from thing in return, without at- "I think a lot of people find time to meditate every his blog. "I hope readers tachment to any outcome." issues with religion and its morning yet still want walk away empowered to Hawkeye's Towne dogma," said O'Connor. spiritual guidance without see the world through the Center Books visit is one "This book is perfect for dogma or rituals, which is eyes of gratitude and deep of 26 stops on a book tour those of us who may have what Buddhist Boot Camp appreciation for life itself, concentrated on the west been disillusioned but still provides in a highly-read- making love-based deci- and east coasts, with a trail have faith in whatever able format. sions instead of letting fear Photo - Doug Jorgensen of visits across the central form. The beauty is it is "I talk about putting control their choices." Timber Hawkeye discusses his book. United States. also perfect for those who compassion into action, Livermore's Yvonne "Our customers are embrace religion as well. about bridging the gap be- Miller said of attending by his message of personal three gates in our throats: interested in spirituality Buddhist Boot Camp is tween what we believe and the talk, "The topics of truths spoken in sincerity at the first gate, ask if a in general - Buddhism of definitely a book to be how we act in the world," mindfulness and medita- and gentleness. statement is true; at the course included," said shared by all." said Hawkeye. "My book tion are what propelled me "What I choose to carry second gate, ask if a state- Judy Wheeler who owns For more information, is a map to being the best to Towne Center Books with me is to consider my ment is necessary; at the the independent bookstore visit buddhistbootcamp. version of ourselves." today to listen to Timber words before speaking. third gate, ask if a state- on Main Street. "We had com, or townecenterbooks. Hawkeye's journey Hawkeye. I was moved Timber spoke about having ment is kind." great feedback from people com. Heritage Guild Photos Art Walk Set for Saturday in Pleasanton Displayed at the Pour House On eight art walks, over Art Walks. The first walk and the Harrington Art Part- tours are needed to view all The Livermore Heritage Guild presents, "Livermore," 120 art enthusiasts joined is this Saturday, March 9. It nership have brought 11 public art in the Pleasanton a photo collection from the 1930s to the 1960s that was Nancy and Gary Harrington will begin at 8:30 a.m., in the public art pieces to Pleas- downtown area, Library, published by Arcadia in the "Images of America" series. on the Saturday Pleasanton Pleasanton City Hall parking anton. At least three new art Firehouse Arts Center, and The exhibit will be at the Winemaker's Pour House, 2241 Public Art Walks. These lot on Old Bernal Avenue. pieces are planned for 2013. Centennial Park with the First St., Livermore on Thurs., March 14 starting at 6 p.m. walks are held in conjunc- Each Art Walk will last Pleasanton Public Art Walk Senior Center. March and The event will include a conversation and book signing. tion with the World Walk To approximately two hours, brochures, with map, will be May Art Walks will include The new book shares photos from "Mid-Century" Liver- Wellness program. with frequent stops to view available. Learn how you the northern half, while the more. Loretta Kaskey and CSUEB History Grad student The second Saturday of and hear informative tales can become a partner. All southern half will be in April John Christian led the effort to comb through thousands of each month, March – June, regarding the public sculp- donations are acceptable, and June. The Firehouse Guild photos to provide researched pictures for this book. Nancy and Gary will lead tures and murals. regardless of amount. Arts Center is included in For information about the Pour House, call 215-2656 or Saturday Pleasanton Public Since 2010, Nancy, Gary Two separate Art Walk all art walks. go to www.winemakerspourhouse.com.

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 5 'Relatively Speaking' Exhibit Opens at the Bankhead Theater Relatively Speaking, an which do not have an im- early 1990’s she has been exhibit featuring artists who mediate relationship to the hand tinting black & white are related, will be on dis- landscape. He is interested photographs and teaches play at the Bankhead The- in creating an unstable con- this technique at Las Positas ater, located at 2400 First dition in the paintings where College. Street in Livermore, from nature is contrasted with the Linda Ryan is a local art- March 6 to May 7. An artist emerging forces of abstrac- ist, manager of the Bothwell reception will be held during tion. His techniques support Arts Center and co-manager Downtown's Art Happens on the delicate conflict among 'Walking in the Garden' by Lisa of the Downtown Art Stu- March 14 from 6:00pm-to abstraction, representation, Rigg dios among many other local 8:00pm. and the resolution of each arts-related projects. Her Abstract painting allows painting. work explores movement Louise Gray to freely ex- Jonathon Miller grew up 'Brush Can Knife #7' by Andrew and rhythm and honors the plore color, form and tex- in the Bay Area where he Roberts-Gray human form as much as the ture as a direct medium of took his first photography feels the journey is the most experience of painting. expression, unhampered by class in high school. Though important part of life, and 'Pruning Ladders' by Ron Rigge Grace Ryan, her daugh- the demands and concerns he primarily works digitally, this is reflected in her work. ter, is now studying for a of representational forms. his first love will always be Though she has been work- enjoys working with classic joint Master's at King’s Col- She works with a balance black and white film. His ing on this idea for many silver techniques. lege Institute of Psychiatry of spontaneity and careful specialty and passion is years, she feels this series 'Crossing to Safety' by Louise His wife, Lisa Rigge has and the London School of editing. environmental portraiture. may never have a definitive Gray been photographing since Hygiene and Tropical Medi- Her son, Andrew Rob- He is currently working with end. 1978. She studied black and cine. She is showing works erts-Gray, creates paintings alternative processes with an Ronald Rigge's photogra- films that are still available. white photographic printing she produced while complet- that present an environment industrial theme. phy includes a series on the He prints all of his own at the M.I.T. Photography ing her minor in Visual and where ideas and images His wife, Joanna Craw- disappearing aspects of the work, including Ilfochrome Lab in Cambridge, MA. Environmental Studies at work with and against each shaw, focuses on paint- American West, from decay- color prints, in a conven- Since then, she has taken nu- Harvard University. Grace other simultaneously. He ings that play with texture ing signs and architecture to tional home darkroom. He merous photography classes focuses on realism with at- paints scenes from nature and color relationships and orchards. His most satisfy- has explored digital pho- and workshops held in the tention to detail and celebra- and imposes patterns and explore the emotions that ing recent work has been of tography methods, but still US and Mexico. Since the tion of form and color. images with technological many of us share through a "pictorialist" style that can and/or organic references our journey in life. She be produced from infrared 'Mad As a March Hare' Theme for We Joined for Arts Happens in Downtown Livermore Business & Fellowship. Art Happens on March tively Speaking, an exhibit We Stayed to 14th from 6-8 at several lo- by Family Members in Art cations in downtown Liver- will be held at the Bankhead Change the World. more. The evening’s theme Theater as well as opening is “Mad as a March Hare." night for an exhibition of joinrotary5170.org Bring something to add fine graphic hyperrealism to the Community Found by Tim Dangaran. End the Object Sculpture-Building evening night karaoke and Celebrating Rotary’s 108th Anniversary event at the Downtown Art a rotating display by mixed Studios (especially related media artist Trish Fenton at ROTARY CLUBS & Weekly Meetings to Mad, March or Hare) Sanctuary Ultra Lounge. LIVERMORE, Pres. Ralph Sherman - DoubleTree Hotel Wed., 12:30 p.m. and check out an art exhibi- Art Happens events are tion by Joanna Crawshaw free and open to the public. LIVERMORE VALLEY, Pres. George Wineinger - Beed’s Sports Bar & Grill Tues., 7a.m. as well; partake in a drum Download a map brochure at In, 2012 the Rotary Clubs of Livermore (and the Rotarian Foundation of Livermore) circle workshop at ABC http://mylvpac.com/index. collectively donated over $120k to support community projects for kids, schools, Music Source & Academy; php/bac/art-happens.html scholarships, food and clothing for those in need. We also donated dictionaries view portraiture by Jacob or pick one up at any of the Hankinson and watch him above locations, and like to all 3rd3 grade students for the 10th year in a row. www.livermore-rotary.org demonstrate live portraiture Cher Wollard Bothwell Arts Center on DUBLIN Pres. Tim Delaporte - Dublin Ranch Golf Club, Tues., 12 noon while taking part in Open Facebook to keep informed. Rotarians are a group of dynamic individuals who place service above self. Mic Night at Panama Red Gallery. There will be art- Art Happens is coordinated Coffee House; experience making demonstrations at by the Bothwell Arts Center Join us at one of our fun and engaging meetings. Together we can change open mic poetry led by Poet Winemaker’s Pour House. with help from the Bank- the world. www.dublinrotary.org Laureat Cher Wollard and “Animal Art – a fundraiser head Theater/Livermore A donation of $15 an exemplary alternative for Little Creatures," will Performing Arts Center. will save 25 photography exhibition be this month’s art focus at Art Happens each sec- children from Polio. featuring works by Walter ond Thursday of the month Artistic Edge at Blacksmith www.endpolionow.org Davies, and Lisa and Ron Square - check out www.bothwel- Rigge at Figurehead Art A reception for Rela- lartscenter.org for info!

6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 Art Show IMPROV (continued from front page) Set at Alviso being the only teen improv improv is all about listening, troupe to represent the State supporting, saying ‘yes’ and Adobe of California at this presti- together creating something The Pleasanton Art gious national festival. from nothing.” League will host an open COI founder and director COI is a performance show at the Alviso Adobe. Mark Duncanson is a huge group for teens in grades The exhibit will be open advocate of the supportive 9-12. Auditions are held to the public on March 9 and improv culture, himself a in early summer for the fall 10. A reception and awards seasoned graduate of the season. Also available are ceremony will be held on Bay Area Theater Sports improv workshops, includ- Sat., March 9 from 1:30 to improv program, and con- ing “The Great IMPROV 3:30 p.m. tinuing professional per- Play Date” for ages 11-18, The Alviso Adobe is lo- former himself. He credits and “The Middle School cated at 3465 Old Foothill his college theater instructor IMPROV Experiment,” Road, Pleasanton. “Max” Pentilescu with un- both available through the locking his “improv brain” City of Pleasanton Parks and Amador to and teaching him that im- Recreation Department. prov isn’t just about comedy, For more information on Screen 'Miss it’s about connecting. He Creatures of Impulse Im- developed his love for long- prov Troupe, Improv Face Representation' form, story-based improv in Off 2013, or supporting the 1994 when he was cast in spring tour, contact Mark The Amador Valley High Photo - Doug Jorgensen School Career Academies “Liquid Soap,” an impro- Duncanson at 925-931-4828 will be showing the movie The Sunol Repertory Theatre production of “Murder in the House of Horrors,” A Who vised episodic soap-opera or mduncanson@cityof- “Miss Representation." on Done It Mystery, opens this weekend in Sunol. Performances of the interactive play based out of San Francisco. pleasantonca.gov March 12. This is an impor- are Fri. and Sat March 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23 at Sunol Glen School 11601 Main St. Sunol. “All kinds of kids per- General admission tick- tant film for young women, Doors open at 7:30. The performance starts at 8 p.m. Beverages are sold at intermission form in Creatures of Im- ets: $10 in advance, $15 at men, and their families. by charitable organizations. Tickets at $15 are available at Elliston Winery, 463 Kilkare pulse,” says COI Director the door. Student tickets: $5 In a society where young Road between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Pictured are Linda Hinshaw- Mark Duncanson. “Over in advance, $8 at the door. girls struggle with eating Kramm as Elvira Gray; Victoria King-Bowman as Lorenda Westbrook, and Donna Blevins the past six seasons, we Tickets can be purchased disorders, cutting, and de- as Lt. Josephine Friday. have had aspiring actors online at www.firehousearts. pression, this movie will and musicians, but we also org, by calling 925-931- bring clarity, education, and attract teens that have never 4848, and in person at the comfort as well as incite Follow the Threads of History during performed on stage, and Box Office, 4444 Railroad questions. don’t even have aspirations Avenue, Pleasanton. Box Ultimately, the goal is An Evening with Lady Carolyn of being on stage later in Office hours are Wednesday to empower young women life. The great thing about - Friday 12:00 noon-6:00pm to find their true potential Museum on Main cel- A recent certification by improv and its inclusive and Saturdays 10:00am- through the film’s mes- ebrates Women’s History the National Association of and supportive ideals is the 4:00pm, and two hours prior sage and the inspirational Month at the Firehouse Arts Interpretation allows Run- universal appeal it has… to the performance. women it highlights. The Center in Downtown Pleas- nells to combine her love film encourages girls to anton on Tuesday, March of history and her extensive understand that they are 12th at 7pm with An Eve- collection of award winning Wine Night Features a Movie valued not because they are ning with Lady Carolyn. costumes into informative simply pretty or wear nice Carolyn Runnells en- and educational presenta- and Wine Tasting clothes, rather they possess tertains as Lady Carolyn tions. intelligence and leadership weaving her way through the All events are general The Vine Cinemas and local wineries will be partnering qualities that benefit their threads of history by wear- seating at the Firehouse Arts for an event at the Vine Cinema in downtown Livermore. school community. ing and displaying clothing Center, 4444 Railroad Av- On Wednesday, March 13th, four local wineries will be Following the movie, that brings history to life by enue, Pleasanton. Tickets are pouring their wines and pairing them up with the movie the audience will have the sharing stories about people $10 general admission, $5 feature, My Big Fat Greek Wedding. At 5:45 the doors opportunity to engage in who wore the clothing and members and seniors, and $3 will open to En Guarde, Rodrigue Molyneaux, 3 Steves, discussion with a panel of the occasions and special students/teachers with ID. and Concannon Vineyard. John and Jim Concannon, Steve experts to better understand circumstances in which they For more information or Burnham, Csaba Szakal, and Lindsey Roffey will be on the film’s message and how were worn. to purchase tickets, contact hand to talk about their wines and why they pair so well it pertains to our lives. A retired history teacher, Carolyn Runnells as Lady Museum on Main during with the featured movie. The movie will be shown Runnells owns more than Carolyn regular operating hours or The movie will begin at 6:30pm. The Vine Cinema serves at 7:00 p.m. in the multi- 100 different outfits rang- by phoning the museum at a full dinner menu. At 8:15, the winemakers, who also hap- purpose room at Amador ing over 400 years, from 27 pounds. (925) 462-2766. Tickets pen to be Livermore historians, will gather at the front of the Valley High School. The the Renaissance Era in the Piece by piece she will purchased by phone will suggested donation is $5. early 1560s to the vintage remove the layers, discuss- be available for pick up at movie theatre for a round table discussion about their wine, Some content may not be clothing from the 1960s. ing the design and history of Will Call in the lobby of the the Livermore Valley wine scene, and answer questions. suitable for students under The 1870s, Victorian period each piece. Runnells jokes, Firehouse Arts Center on the Tickets are $15 per person.Contact the Vine Cinema for the age of 14. - See more at clothing she will wear on the “Women love it and men are evening of the event. Tick- tickets. Vine Cinema is located in downtown Livermore, www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/ Firehouse stage includes 17 amused . . . and thankful by ets may be available at the 1722 First Street, 925-447-2545, www.VineCinema.com community/calendar/event/ layers and weighs more than the time I finish!” event subject to availability. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 7 FESTIVITIES (continued from front page) to Celtic harp. “Celtica” a high-energy Celtic Rock band will headline the Main Stage with performances on both Saturday and Sun- day. A third stage will fea- ture the performers of the McBride School of Irish Dance and also the McGrath Irish Dancers performing throughout the weekend. • The Arts & Crafts fair will showcase a variety of talented artists. The “Irish Marketplace,” will offer Irish tartans, Celtic capes and shawls, hand knit wool sweaters, Irish histories of Photo - Doug Jorgensen names and Coats of Arms, Young Irish dancers took part in last year's parade in beautiful Celtic jewelry and Dublin. much more. • The Festival Food Court inside the Irish Tea Cottage for participants. Register Red Clay Ramblers will feature many unique to enjoy live music along online at www.active.com Irish inspired specialties with shortbread and scones by March 13. For race in- Red Clay Ramblers Swing into such as Guinness marinated served with freshly brewed formation please call (925) tri-tip, corned beef sliders tea. 556-4500. with spicy slaw, beer braised • A Carnival will offer Festival admission is Livermore for Show at the Bankhead Irish bangers with boxty and rides and attractions for all free. Plenty of free parking For more than 40 years, Ramblers have been de- Companion,” played with sautéed cabbage, authentic ages will also be available nearby. the Red Clay Ramblers have scribed as “purveyors of symphony orchestras, ap- fish and chips and be sure On Sunday, March 17, Or, visitors can take BART been ambassadors for string down-home, foot-stomping peared on television, pro- to save room for delicious the 15th Annual Shamrock to the Dublin-Pleasanton band music, bringing their music with attitude” by the duced shows for children, Bailey’s Irish Crème Bru- 5K Fun Run and Walk be- BART Station and con- sound to such diverse art Seattle Times and “string and have composed and lee for dessert. A variety of gins along Dublin Blvd. near nect with a free Wheels forms as symphony, ballet, band masterminds” by the performed music for several traditional festival favorites the Civic Center at 8:30 a.m. pass available at the station Broadway, and film scores. Cleveland Plain Dealer. film scores. and International choices The race will wind its way during the weekend of the Audiences at the Bankhead The Red Clay Ramblers Classic folk music con- will also be available. through town and finish at event. Call (925) 556-4500 Theater will have the op- have also worked to expand tinues at the Bankhead • For a steaming cup of the festival with live mu- or visit www.DublinStPats. portunity to see the Red Clay audiences for the musical Theater in April with the authentic Irish Tea, step sic, awards and giveaways com for more information. Ramblers as they swing into style through creative proj- legendary Arlo Guthrie. town on Wednesday eve- ects in multiple art forms. In June, the Quebe Sisters ning, March 13, 2013. In 1999 they were given a return with their Western Formed in 1972, the Red special Tony Award for their swing fiddles and sweet Clay Ramblers started out Broadway hit “Full Moon” three-part harmonies to help with just a banjo, a guitar which also had successful kick off the 95th Annual St. Patrick's Day Brew Crawl Set for March 15 and a fiddle, and a name runs in Los Angeles, San Livermore Rodeo. Tickets Downtown merchants, town responsibly. To support rial Building – 301 Main St. they chose to reflect the Francisco, and in Europe. for all events in the current restaurants and local brew- this effort the PDA will be Tickets must be redeemed characteristic red clay earth They have collaborated on LVPAC Presents season are eries will come together on selling designated driver by 7:30 p.m. Ticket price of the hills surrounding their works with Carolina Ballet available now through the Friday, March 15, 6-9 p.m., tickets for $10 on the night includes beer tastings at hometown of Chapel Hill, and with Atlanta Ballet, Bankhead ticket office. North Carolina. The group uniting lively string band The Bankhead Theater is at the second annual St. of the Brew Crawl and the 25 downtown locations, a evolved and grew over the music with innovative dance located at 2400 First Street Patrick’s Day Brew Crawl, event programs will include commemorative beer glass next decade, but since the movements. The Red Clay in Livermore. Purchase tick- hosted by the Pleasanton taxi contact information. and tasting map. Only 1000 late 1980s the members Ramblers have also been ets at the box office, call Downtown Association Tickets are on sale for tickets will be sold. “Like” have remained much the frequent guests on Garrison 925-373-6800 or visit www. (PDA) and sponsored by $30 at Pleasanton Main Pleasanton Downtown As- same, keeping their eclectic Kellior’s “A Prairie Home bankheadtheater.org. the Tri Valley Convention Street Brewery – 830 Main sociation on Facebook for style and sound remarkably and Visitors Bureau and Street, Redcoats Pub – 336 the latest Brew Crawl info. consistent. Their music owes Markstein Sales Co. St. Mary Street, Studio Sev- Event is rain or shine, no much to their North Caro- Patrons can shop along en Arts – 400 Main Street refunds. We are not respon- lina mountain string band Main Street and sample over and online at www.Pleasan- sible for lost, misplaced or roots, to which they have 25 varieties of beer while tonDowntown.net. stolen tickets. added a touch of bluegrass, enjoying a beautiful spring Brew Crawl events take country, rock, gospel and evening. If not sold out, tickets place twice per year. This New Orleans style jazz in The Pleasanton Down- will be available for $35 at year’s Halloween Brew an irresistible combination. town Association encourag- 5:30 p.m. on the night of the Crawl is scheduled for Sat- With their impeccable mu- es everyone to enjoy down- event at the Veterans Memo- urday, October 26. sicianship and lighthearted sense of fun, the Red Clay

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ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Tickets are $35 in advance/ $40 event Forever Plaid, March 22 - 30, Village Art Happens, 2nd Thursday of each MEETINGS/CLASSES day and includes barrel tasting at over Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. month, 6 to 9 p.m. March 14, April Livermore Art Association, Pleasanton 30 wineries on Saturday and Sunday, a Presented by the Tri-Valley Repertory 11. Downtown Livermore. Art displays, Art League, meeting Mon., March logo wine glass and wine tasting map. Theatre. 925-314-3400, www.danville. poetry, entertainment, special events. 18, 7:30 p.m. Cultural Arts Building, Visit www.LVwine.org for tickets and a ca.gov For the brochure go to www.bothwel- 4455 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Patti list of participating wineries. Menopause The Musical, April 10, 7:39 lartscenter.org. Heimburger, will present a program on p.m., April 12 and 13 8 p.m. and April California: Earth, Air, Water, Fire, Life. textural art. www.LivermoreArtAssocia- MUSIC/CONCERTS 13 2 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Exhibit at the Harrington Gallery at the tion.olrg, www.PAL-ART.com. Blacksmith Square, music every Saturday St., Livermore. Includes lesson guide. Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton, Fine Art on Friday, 10 a.m. with Art 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 South www.ctcinc.org., 800-606-0424. March 2 through April 6. Exhibi- Critique & Coffee at the Corner Bakery Livermore Ave., Livermore. Hair, spring musical, Las Positas College, tion interprets and honors nature in Cafe, Pleasanton Gateway Plaza. Pro- Chris Bradley's Jazz Band will appear April 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21. Barbara California, and features painter Engela fessional, Local and Emerging Artists at The Castle Rock Restaurant in Mertes Center for the Arts, 3000 Cam- Olivier-Wilson, photographer William of the San Francisco Bay Area. Contact Livermore/at Portola Ave. Band performs pus Hill Dr., Livermore. $10 students/ Hackett, and sculptor/designer Mat- Claudette for more information 510 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Dance Floor, seniors, $15 general admission. www. thew Nylander. Regular gallery hours: 543-4776. Small Cover. brownpapertickets.com or 1-800-838- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from Classes, Colored Pencil Classes "Basics San Ramon Symphonic Band, March 3006. 12-5 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Beyond." Instructor Maryann Kot. 8, 7:30 p.m. A Night at the Symphony, She Loves Me, Pacific Coast Repertory Harrington Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Starting at 6:30 PM-9:00 PM on Tues., Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, Theater, weekends April 12-28, 8 p.m. Center in Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad March 19th for five weeks. Classes Albion Rd., San Ramon; sanramonper- Fri. & Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Firehouse Arts Avenue. Admission is free, donations will be held at the Bothwell Arts Center formingarts.com. 973-3343. Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. always appreciated. 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Sign up Laurie Rubin, Mezzo Soprano, 8 p.m. www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Art Show, Livermore artist Maryann Kot at Way Up Art and Frame, Livermore. Sat., March 9. Smith Center at Ohlone Cinderella, April 19 - May 5, Presented by is showing her art at the Wente Winery 925-443-3388. Space is limited. See College, 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont. San Ramon Community Theatre, Front tasting room at 5565 Tesla Rd., Liver- Maryann's paintings at Wente Winery, She has appeared in multiple venues, The swinging sounds of the Silver Moon Band will be heard Row Theater, Dougherty Station Commu- more for the month of March. Hours 11 5565 Tesla Rd., Livermore. March 1st including the Lincoln Center, Carnegie at the Pleasanton Library at 2p.m. on Sunday, March 10. The nity Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., AM to 4:30 PM through March 28th Hall and the White House and has band performs favorite ballads sung in the style of Old Blue San Ramon; sanramonperformingarts. Livermore artist, Gloria Sayers, is exhib- Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday performed in operas, as a soloist and in com. 973-3343. iting her paintings at the café at Garre 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring her own musical ensemble. $15-$20, Eyes, Bobby Darin and others. The musicians in this eleven- It’s Magic, April 21, 3 p.m. Bankhead Winery, 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore for their own materials and easels. Open event parking $2. www.smithcenter.com piece all star group have appeared with such notables as: Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. the months of March and April. The to all artists. Professional artist models or 510-659-6031. Steve Allen, Ray Charles, Paul Anka, Tito Puente, Jack Jones, bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. café is open weekdays 11 am to 2 p.m. (nude). No instructor. Students under Julian Lage Group, March 12, 7:30 p.m. Best of the Best, Sat., April 27, Las and weekends 11 am to 3 p.m. 18 need written parental permission to Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Maynard Ferguson, The Drifters, and many others. All library Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Seasons of the Valley, an exhibit of the attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or programs are free and open to the public. No registration is Livermore. Barbara Mertes Center for art of Bettie Goosman is displayed at Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. 373-6800. the Arts, showcasing performing arts The Purple Orchid Inn, 4549 Cross Rd., Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- Red Clay Ramblers, March 13, 7:30 required. For more information, please call Penny Johnson, students. Las Positas College Founda- Livermore. Art can be viewed daily from able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton for p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., 925/931-3405. tion fundraising. 424-1100. 8 am to 6 pm. For more information call more info about the workshop, 925-373- Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or Reach for the Stars, Livermore Valley (925) 606-8855 9638 - [email protected]. 373-6800. 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. Free 16, 22 & 23 at Sunol Glen School 11601 Education Foundation fund-raiser for Cuda Ridge Wines features work of local Preschool Art classes: Thursday Story Road, featuring members of admission. Main St. Sunol. Doors open at 7:30. arts in the schools, April 28, 2 p.m. photographers, Jennie and Chuck mornings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged Molly’s Revenge, concert 7 p.m. Sat., Kathy Mattea, April 11, 7:30 p.m. Bank- Performance starts at 8 p.m. Beverages Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., McGregor featuring Livermore land- 3-5 are welcome to join this class. March 16, St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, head Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. are sold at intermission by charitable Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or scapes, runs through March 31st. The Classes cover drawing, painting, 3350 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton. Great www.bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. organizations. 373-6800. winery is located at 5385 East Avenue print-making, sculpture and ceramics. music, Good Food - traditional Irish The Beatles Concert Experience, West Pippi Longstocking at the Firehouse in Livermore. The art is on display, For further information please contact Fare. Child care will be provided. Coast Performing Arts Presenters, April Arts Center. Pleasanton Civic Arts COMEDY and available for purchase, during Thomasin Dewhurst at (925) 216-7231 Tickets are $40.00 for adults, $25.00 for 19, 7 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Stage Company presents the popular Creatures of Impulse, teen improv troupe, normal tasting hours from Fri.-Sun., or [email protected] or children. Membership in St. Clare's is St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. children’s tale. Friday, March 8, 7:30 presents Improv Face Off, in three 12:00 - 4:30. visit http://childrensartclassesprojects. not required. To purchase tickets, please org or 373-6800. p.m.; Saturday March 9, 7:30 p.m.; different performances all at 7:30pm. Pleasanton Art League Show at the Al- blogspot.com/ call the Church office:925-462-4802 or Arlo Guthrie, April 22, 7:30 p.m. Bankhead and 2 p.m. matinees on Saturdays and Each unique show is based loosely on viso Adobe, March 9 and 10. Reception Livermore Art Classes, Artist and e-mail [email protected], www. Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Sundays March 8, 9. Tickets are $10, a Hunger Games-styled theme, and and awards Sat., March 9, 1:30 to 3:30 art instructor, Thomasin Dewhurst stclarespleasanton.org bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. $15, $18; Child or Senior: $6, $9, $12. each features a different guest opponent p.m. Located between Old Foothill Road offers art instruction to children Pleasanton Chamber Players, March The Paris Combo, April 24, 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at www.firehousearts. troupe: Wednesday, 3/13 (free preview and Foothill Road, 3465 Old Foothill and adults. Classes cover painting, 17, 2 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., org, 925-931-4848, or at the Firehouse show) with Livermore Valley Charter Road, Pleasanton. www.pal-art.com/ drawing, sculpture, ceramics, collage, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad Prep’s High School Improv Team; Thurs- Paper Cuts of Livermore Wineries and animation and construction. For further firehousearts.org or 931-4848. 373-6800. Avenue, Pleasanton. day, 3/14 with Think Fast from Granada Vineyards features the work of Mad- information please call (925) 216-7231 Steve Seskin & Friends The Songwriters The Lettermen, April 26, 8 p.m. Bankhead Murder Most Fouled-Up, a comedy by High School; Friday, 3/15 with Improv elynn Ellis. Second floor Pleasanton e-mail [email protected] or sing, March 16, 8 p.m. Dougherty Valley Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. the award-winning playwright, Nikki the Nation from Dublin High School; Art League Wall at the Firehouse Arts visit http://childrensartclassesprojects. Performing Arts Center, Albion Rd., San bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Harmon, presented by Asbury Players Saturday, 3/16 with professional troupe Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton blogspot.com Ramon; sanramonperformingarts.com. Debussy Trio, Del Valle Fine Arts concert, Community Theater. Story of a greedy The UN-Scripted Theater Company from from March 5 through April 2. Gallery 973-3343. April 27, 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 family, a confused household staff and San Francisco. Firehouse Arts Center, hours are Wednesday-Saturday 12-5pm WINERY EVENTS Archetti Baroque String Ensemble, Del First St., Livermore. www.bankheadthe- some unhappy spirits who only have 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Stu- and Saturdays 11am to 3pm. There Live music and special events, Wine- Valle Fine Arts concert, March 23, 8 ater.org or 373-6800. 24 hours to find the treasure hidden by dents $5 advance, $8 door; adults $10 will be a reception on Wednesday maker's Pour House, 2241 First St., p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., the diabolical Edwin Randolph and his advance, $15 door. www.firehousearts. evening, March 6 from 7 to 9 pm open Livermore. www.winemakerspourhouse. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or ON THE STAGE ancestors. Performances March 8 and org, 925-931-4848, or at the Box Office to the public. Inquiries regarding the com. March 7, 6:30-9 p.m. Steve 373-6800. Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure, 9, 2013. Show time Friday and Saturday at the center. Free parking. show can be made by contacting the Fread; March 8, 6:30-9:30 Natalia Beatles tribute, the Sun Kings, March Feb. 14-March 10. By Steven Dietz. 8 p.m.; Sunday matinee 2 p.m. General artist by email at [email protected] Suseoff; March 9, 6:30-9, Marchine Gun 30, 8 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, Based on the original 1899 play by admission $10. Asbury United Methodist MOVIES or by telephone at (925) 462-7964. Banana; March 10, 4-5 p.m. David Cor- 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. William Gillette and Arthur Conan Doyle Church, 4743 East Avenue, Livermore, Free Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Livermore Art Association, spring show, rea and Cascada. Vintner Evening with firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Winner of the 2007 Edgar Award for Best CA. (925) 447-1950. Tickets available Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, April 6 and 7, The Barn, 3131 Pacific John Concannon of Concannon Vineyard, Jesse Cook, April 5, 8 p.m. Bankhead Mystery Play Combining two of Arthur at the door or online at Brown Paper 1st Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. Ave., Livermore. Sat., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thurs., March 7, 6:30-9 p.m. food and Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Conan Doyle's stories, The Scandal in Tickets. For more information about this through June 6, 2013. The program Reception and awards ceremony, Sat., wine pariing. St. Patrick's Day at the bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Bohemia and the Final Adventure. The show or about Asbury Players Commu- is hosted by Candy Klaschus, a film April 6, 7 to 9 p.m. Public is invited. No Winemaker's Pour House, 5 to 8 p.m. Livermore-Amador Symphony, April 6, 8 Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. nity Theater, go to www.asburylivepre- historian who coordinates the Humani- admission charge. Sun., March 17. Live music with Pog Mo p.m. guest conductor potpourri: Dawn Third St. in Hayward. The Box Office is sents.com. ties program at Las Positas College. The Essential Nude Figurative Show, April Thoin, Gabe Duffin, Celtic and Irish folm Harms. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First open Tuesday through Friday, 12:30 to Ivy and Bean, The Musical, March 9-17, programs are free and all are welcome 18-21, Bothwell Arts Center, 8th and H music, special Irish menu. St., Livermore. 2400 First St., Livermore. 5:30 and can be reached at (510) 881- 11 a.m., 2 and 4:30 p.m. Front Row to attend. Penny Johnson at 925/931- Streets, Livermore. Reception on April Barrel Tasting Weekend, noon to 4:30 www.bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. 6777. www.dmtonline.org. Theater, Dougherty Station Community 3405. 18, 7 p.m. No admission charge. www. p.m., March 23 and 24, taste wines Joni Morris: A tribute to the Legend- Tickets for the 32nd year of the Sunol Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San LivermoreArtAssociation.org. right out of the barrel, meet winemakers ary Ladies of Country Music, April Repertory Theatre are on sale at Ramon; sanramonperformingarts.com. AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS Fresh Work III: Open Juried Exhibit, and more. Each winery will host a 6, 2 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Elliston Winery, 463 Kilkare Rd. Tickets 973-3343. Children’s Choir Auditions. Galina’s Harrington Gallery, April 24-May 25, re- unique experience during barrel tasting Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. can be purchased for $15 on Sat. & Student One Acts, Mar. 20, 12:30 p.m. Music Studio is currently holding open ception and awards April 27, 1 to 3 p.m. weekend including at least one barrel firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Sun. between 11am-4pm. This is a first and Mar. 22, 8 pm. Black Box Theater, auditions for its youth choir ages 7 to 17 Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad sample for each ticket holder. Chance Pleasanton Community Concert Band, for the theatre “Murder in the House of Barbara Mertes Center for the Arts, Las on Friday, March 15th, 6-7 p.m. and on Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. to pre-purchase wines before they have Spring Concert, “A Concerted Effort,” Horrors” A Who Done It Mystery. Perfor- Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Friday, March 22nd, 6-7 p.m. at Galina’s org or 931-4848. even been bottled (aka “futures”)! 2 p.m. April 7, Firehouse Arts Center, mances are Fri. & Sat March 8, 9, 15, Livermore. 424-110. Music Studio located at 2222 Second THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 9

St., Suite 2, Livermore. Please submit migrate and mammals get ready for History Lecture, Livermore Heritage Guild, open 7 p.m. talk at 7:30 p.m. Suggested an audition information form online at babies as California wakens from the new Livermore “Images of America” donation $2. Livermore Library, 1188 So. www.galinasmusicstudio.com. For more winter. The Water Explorations class photo book featured. Doors open 7 p.m., Livermore Ave., Livermore. information go to www.galinasmusicstu- in April lets young children have fun talk begins at 7:30 p.m. Livermore Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club dio.com or call (925) 960-1194. discovering the mysteries of water and Library, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. $2 annual Plant Sale on Saturday, April Auditions - Oliver, Tri-Valley Repertory water mixtures, and get a little wet in donation suggested. 27, 9am to 1pm at the parking lot of Theatre. Vocal auditions April 8 and 9, the process. Classes are 10-11 AM for An Evening with Titanic Expert Richard Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa kids 13 and under 7 to 8 p.m., adults age 2.5-5 with an adult, and 3-4:30 PM Shaw, Tues., April 2, 7 p.m. Museum Rita Road, Pleasanton. All plants are 8 p.m.; dance auditoins April 11, kids for age 4-6 (and teacher's helpers age on Main Ed Kinney Lecture series, Join grown by members of the garden club at 7 p.m., adults 8 p.m. Callbacks 9-14). Register online at www.wildlife- Titanic Expert Richard Shaw for stories and are sold for low, low, prices. There April 13 at 11 a.m. Open auditions. No museum.org of day-to-day activities on the Titanic as will be an assortment of annuals, peren- appointments. Please prepare 32 bars Ragin’ Cajun, Mardi Gras event, music, well as the famous and not-so-famous nials, roses, succulents, vegetables up-tempo Broadway. Please bring sheet dancing, dinner, beads, live auctions, tales of passengers and crew. Firehouse and garden related items. Garden club music in your key. No transposing, no a and more on Friday, March 8, 2013, Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleas- members will provide expert advice. cappella. 1020 Serpentine Lane Suite 6:30 to 11 p.m. at the Palm Event Cen- anton. www.firehousearts.org. For more information call Bev at 925 101 in Pleasanton. www.trivalleyrep.org/ ter, 1184 Vineyard Avenue, Pleasanton. 18th annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, 485 7812. auditions.php Annual fund-raiser event for the Sandra hosted by Assistance League® of 5th annual Wine Tasting Fund-raiser, J. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation, Amador Valley, will be held on April 13 Sat., April 28, noon to 4 p.m. The Purple CHORAL which provides cancer patients in the from 12 – 4 at the Castlewood Country Orchid, 4549 Cross Rd., Livermore. Valley Concert Chorale, Songs of Serenity: East Bay Tri-Valley area with financial Club in Pleasanton. The event includes Silent auction, wine tastaing, finger food, Featuring the music of two of the choral assistance for complementary healing charming tea tables decorated by the live performance by John Lee Hooker, world’s most creative contemporary services during the course of their members, delicious food, raffle prizes, Jr. $35 in advance, $40 at the door. composers, Las Positas College chemo and/or radiation therapy that lucky teacups, a hat contest and silent Benefit for Leukemia and Lymphoma Chamber Choir will join the Chorale in are not covered by insurance. Tickets auction. Penny Warner will be the guest Societies. hhtp://winehike.ticketleap. The 18th annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, hosted by performing Durufle’s beautiful Requiem, are available online at http://www. speaker. She is an award-winning com. 413-7788. Assistance League® of Amador Valley, will be held on and Lauridsen’s moving Lux Aeterna. healingtherapiesfoundation.org or by author, family life columnist and child Scholarships, Tri-Valley Republican Sat., April 13, 7:30 p.m. First Presbyte- calling (866) 862-7270. development educator. The tickets are Women Federated presents its sixth April 13 from 12 – 4 at the Castlewood Country Club in rian Church, 4th & L Streets, Livermore. 50th Annual Coin Show, Livermore $50 and must be reserved by March 29. annual college scholarship program. Pleasanton. The event includes tea tables decorated by Tickets are $20 advance, $25 at the Valley Coin Club, March 10, 10 a.m. to Proceeds from this event provide school The 2013 awards are directed toward all the members, delicious food, raffle prizes, lucky teacups, door. High school and college students 5 p.m. Elks Lodge, 940 Larkspur Dr., clothes and shoes to children in need. eligible high school seniors throughout $10 with valid student ID. Children 12 Livermore. Displays, bourse, prizes. Free For information, call Annette at (925) the Tri-Valley who will be attending a hat contest and a silent auction. Guest speaker is an and under are free. www.valleyconcert- admission, free wooden nickels, hourly 462-5275, or go to www.amadorvalley. two or four year academic colleges in award-winning author, family life columnist and child chorale.org or (925) 866-4003 drawings. Lunch available. assistanceleague.org. September, 2013. Three non-partisan An Evening with Lady Carolyn, Tues., Run for the Parks, April 14, 2013 - scholarships shall be awarded -one for development educator. Her book can be purchased OPERA March 12, 7 p.m. Museum on Main Sycamore Grove Park. 10K starts 9 a.m. $1,000 and two at $500. To qualify, at Towne Center Books in Pleasanton. The tickets La Traviata by Verdi, presented by Ed Kinney Lecture series, Celebrate - fee $30 by April 12/$35 on Race Day, students submit an original essay of not Livermore Valley Opera. Sat., March 9, Women’s History Month with Carolyn 5K starts 9:10 a.m. - fee $30 by April less than 500 words on the theme: Why are $50 and must be reserved by March 29. For more 8 p.m.; Sun., March 10, 2 p.m.; Sat., Runnells, as the lovely Lady Carolyn. 12/$35 on Race Day; kids’ 1 mile fun Do People From Other Countries Want information, call Annette at (925) 462-5275, or go to www. March 16, 8 p.m.; Sun., March 17, 2 Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad run starts 9:30 a.m. - fee $10 by April To Come to The United States? Submit amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org. This chapter of a p.m.. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. 12/$15 on Race Day; Special Family essays in Microsoft Word format to Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or org. entry of $25 per person is available to [email protected] during the week national philanthropic organization has many programs 373-6800. St. Patrick’s Day Brew Crawl, March families of 4 or more. Race day fes- of April 15-19th, or mailed no later that benefit residents of all ages in the Tri-Valley. The MISCELLANEOUS 15, 6 to 9 p.m. downtown Pleasanton. tivities will start and end at the Wente than April 19th to Tri-Valley Republican New Lindsay Wildlife Museum classes, Downtown merchants, restaurants and Vineyards Wine Garden area located at Women Federated, 6 La Sonoma Drive, proceeds from this event will provide school clothes and 3-week long Saturday classes run from local breweries. www.pleasantondown- the main vineyard on Arroyo Road. www. Alamo, CA 94507. Include home shoes to children in need. March 9-March 23 and April 13-27. town.net larpd.dst.ca.us/ telephone number and name of school The Signs of Spring class in March lets St. Patrick’s Day Festival, March 16-17, History Lecture, Livermore Heritage Guild, attending or type of schooling being children discover how plants bloom, Civic Center, Dublin. Parade on March speaker Henry Bailey, “The California received. Winners will be decided by insects hatch, reptiles move, birds 16. www.ci.dublin.ca.us State Guard.” Wed., April 17, doors May 10, 2013. Asbury Invites All to Join 'Walk to Jerusalem'

By Carol Graham "This year at Asbury may be able to pull it off. said Risedorph, there was a salem gives me a reason to bers to discuss their faith as This year, members of UMC we decided to add It would show the power of question at the center of all slow down and force myself they explore trails around Livermore's Asbury United something special to our what could happen if enough early Methodist gatherings: to get away from the busy the Bay Area. "Being on top Methodist Church decided Lenten season. We decided people pull together and "How goes it with your day-to-day things that must of a ridge gives you a great to add something to a sea- we would walk to Jerusa- commit to something." soul?" get done. There is always view of God's creation and son that typically calls for lem." Asbury UMC invites all "Our walk to Jerusalem one more thing that needs to a great appreciation of the subtracting something. From Livermore to the interested to join the walk by is our modern-day version be accomplished. This has beauty that surrounds us in "The forty days leading city of Jerusalem are 7,422 recording distances covered of that question," she said. given me the time to take a our own backyard," she said. up to Easter are known as miles. Each mile partici- and workout periods on their "When we walk together, breath and take a walk. The Added Risedorph, "Giv- Lent," said Reverend Kim pants walk during Lent con- web site. "Our goal is to get we are trying to use some of symbolism of taking it one ing something up for Lent Risedorph of the period tributes to meeting that mile- moving, and to be develop- that time to consider: What's step at a time reflects how can be meaningful, yet during which many Chris- age goal by Easter Sunday, ing healthy exercise habits happening in my life? Where we have to deal with life's sometimes we have to look tians prepare for Easter by March 31st. that keep us in good health," have I experienced God's challenges." at traditional practices from observing a period of fasting "It's seems like such a said Risedorph. "Another presence? Where do I yearn To sign up or learn more a different angle to get fresh or giving up certain luxuries. daunting task," said partici- goal is to practice talking for God's presence? What about Asbury UMC's Jour- meaning. Over time, when "Traditionally, Lent is a time pant Tony Gnecco. "How- about things that matter - are my burning questions ney to Jerusalem, visit www. we are faithful in taking care of reflection and introspec- ever, if enough of us can the things that give our life about God and faith?" Asburylive.com. of our souls and our bodies, tion, a time to intentionally commit to it and encourage meaning, purpose and joy." For participant Thomas Mitchie McCammon par- we gain an abiding sense of draw closer to God, the Di- others to do the same, we In Methodist tradition, Petty, "The Journey to Jeru- ticipates with the Asbury well being. I hope our walk vine Presence. Hikers, which invites mem- leads us in that direction." 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2013 Pleasanton Chamber Hosts Community Service Awards Gala International Film Series at The Pleasanton Chamber Award recipients include: Award: For non-profit orga- ployees, customers or the of Commerce will recog- 1st United Services nizations that have contrib- community. Vine Cinema and Alehouse First nize individuals, groups Credit Union, Business uted to Pleasanton. This event, sponsored and businesses who have Philanthropy Award: For Debi Covello, Distin- by Chevron, will feature Movie Shown on March 10 demonstrated excellence businesses that have pro- guished Individual Service a Parisian theme woven and community leadership vided philanthropic service Award: For individuals who throughout the evening's The Annual International Film Series will be screened at in business, volunteer activi- beyond the scope of normal have contributed to Pleas- gourmet food stations and the Vine Cinema and Alehouse, 1722 First St., Livermore. ties and achievement within business activity. anton through exceptional entertainment vignettes. The first film, "David," will be shown at 4 p.m. on Sun., the Pleasanton community Simpson Manufactur- service to the community or The public is invited to at- March 10. (USA, 2011, 80 minutes, English, Arabic with on Thursday, March 21 at ing, Excellence in Business philanthropic efforts. tend this fun-filled evening subtitles). Daud, the 11 year-old son of an imam, feels the Firehouse Arts Center. Award: For businesses that The Clorox Company beginning at 6:00 p.m with marginalized from society and other youth in the Muslim The Community Ser- have made a positive impact and Café Main, Green Busi- a hosted bar, and heavy hors' community. He becomes acquainted with a group of Jewish vice Awards began in 1963 in the Pleasanton communi- ness Award: For businesses doeurve food stations and a boys and a genuine friendship develops between him and one to recognize good people ty through their achievement that are small or large that silent auction followed by of the boys—a relationship that is challenged when Daud’s doing great things in the within the scope of normal promote sustainable envi- the awards presentations and religion is revealed. PG-13. community and since then business activity. ronmental business practices live auction. Cost to attend The film will be followed at 7:15 p.m. by the film, "My hundreds of recipients have Volunteers in Police Ser- throughout their organiza- is $75 per person and tickets been honored. vices, Excellence in Service tion for the benefit of em- are on sale now. Dad is Baryshnikov." (Russia, 2011, 88 minutes, Russian/ English with subtitles) In order to gain “mojo,” the gangly and untalented Boris Fishkin, a student at the prestigious Bolshoi Academy, tells his classmates that his runaway father is Mikhail Barysh- Downton Abbey - Season 3 nikov, one of the world’s foremost ballet stars. This twisting By Linda Milanese season 3 transforms Branson a less than evil light? And, stands out as especially ad- of the facts gains him self-confidence and clout in the school. The seven episodes of from an IRA revolutionary of all things, she appears to mirable, they’re next. Who Set in Moscow in 1986, this comedy showcases the cultural Downtown Abbey’s 3rd to a member of the ruling have distinguished herself was the previous most hon- face of the Soviet Union. season have flown by with class. Yes, he struggles with as a hairdresser? This from orable Crawley? Sybil. And "Le Concert" will be shown at 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., 2 weddings, 2 births, and 2 his new identity as estate a woman whose own hairdo look what happened to her. March 14. (France/Russia, 2009, 100 Minutes, Russian/ funerals—well, technically agent, but in a few months’ is reminiscent of—and about I was ready and dry-eyed for French with subtitles) 1½ weddings, counting time he’s changed from an as attractive as—that of Al- Matthew’s end. Andrei Filipov refuses to think of himself as a janitor at Edith’s. unruly revolutionary to a ice the housekeeper on “The The next day I read it was So why haven’t I been soft spoken overlord in a Brady Bunch.” about contracts. Matthew Moscow’s Bolshoi Orchestra. Demoted years ago by Soviet moved to tears by the char- suit. Edith seems to be a dif- and Sybil wanted out of bureaucrats, Andrei dreams of returning as the orchestra’s acters yet? Thomas: His role for 2½ ferent person every season. the show. Killing them was conductor. He accidentally intercepts an invitation for the I’ve been fascinated by seasons was to smoke in She started out as an ex- apparently the only reason- Bolshoi to play in Paris, and starts reuniting his former the fast-moving plot, enter- the alley with O’Brien and ample of sibling rivalry at able exit. musicians to play a Tchaikovsky concerto that the Soviet tained by the quirky person- scheme against the residents its worst—the source of the I think the show’s plot government had outlawed. Le Concert is an emotionally alities, and intrigued by the of Downton. He was clearly rumors about the Turkish takes precedence over char- stirring film that will leave you cheering! lifestyle of a bygone age. a villain. After a homosexual ambassador that almost de- acter development. What Purchase tickets online at eastbayjewishfilm.org or But I haven’t been reach- incident—set up by the most stroyed her sister Mary. She appears to be an extreme 510.318.6484, or at the door ing for tissues. evil O’Brien—Thomas is was transformed into a nurse makeover is simply accom- The festival is co-sponsored by Congregation Beth Emek, One thing is for sure: almost completely destroyed in Season 2 and a feminist modating the story line. The Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Temple Beth Torah, Tri-Valley/ Julian Fellowes keeps the for the wrong reasons. We’d journalist who rises from the story must be told—and Tri-Cities Midrasha, Jewish Federation of the East Bay. show moving. He can never have been delighted to see ashes of being left at the altar quickly. A sad event hap- be accused of creating flat him punished for his past in Season 3. Who will she be pens, and the distracting plot Dickens-like characters crimes hatched in the alley next year? By the way, I saw just moves right along. Tickets Available for 2013 who always behave in a with O’Brien, but his vul- an online photo story show- Besides, I can’t remem- predictable way. But while nerability in a homophobic ing the “Downton Abbey” ber Downton characters Shakespeare Festival the characters aren’t static, society doesn’t satisfy our characters out of costume. themselves indulging in any neither are their changes ex- thirst for justice. So it’s a re- Edith is really attractive. really tearful, opera-worthy Tickets for the 2013 Livermore Shakespeare Festival actly subtle. The Downton lief to see the open-minded- This homely spinster role scenes—except for Tom season are now available. folks sometimes experience ness and protection the staff can’t be good for her ego. Branson—but he is Irish if Performances are weekends June 20 to July 21 at Concan- hard-to-believe, extreme and Robert Crawley extend Now Matthew didn’t that has any bearing. When non Vineyard in Livermore. makeovers that prime you to him, however anachro- experience a huge make- something bad happens, to be ready for anything the nistic it might actually be. over, but I saw his death everyone on Downton gets This year's productions include "The Liar," by David plot serves up. When Thomas, in the very coming—I wasn’t gob- over it. They look pained Ives adapted from the comedy by Pierre Cirneille, and "The Let’s start with Tom next episode, selflessly sac- smacked. Everyone was for awhile; they look sad or Taming of the Shrew." Branson (or as Maggie rifices himself to protect practically eulogizing him angry. But they get over it This year Tiered Pricing for Livermore Shakes patrons is Smith calls him “the chauf- his accuser from a terrible throughout that last episode without histrionics, so the being offered The first two rows and aisle seats in the first 8 feur”). He begins as a mem- beating, I should have been of Season 3. Mary loved logical conclusion is: why rows are our "Premier" seats. The 8 seats on the outer aisle ber of the downstairs staff, moved. But presented with him because only he knew shouldn’t we? in the last two rows (in both House Right and House Left falls in love with the demo- such an extreme personality “the real Mary;" Edith’s So I remain interested, sections) are the "Discount" Seats. All other seats are called cratic daughter, Sybil, and change, you’re mostly left editor/love interest defers yes—really interested. "Regular" seats. returns to Ireland after they wondering, “Who is this to Matthew’s sage advice; But moved? No. The may be purchased at www.livermoreshakes.org or marry where he pursues his man?” and, most notable, Robert fi- Moved or not, I’m al- 1-800-838-3006. political activism. Forced And, there is the despi- nally admits that Matthew’s ready counting down the ten by political events to return cable O’Brien. Am I mis- modernization efforts have long months for the start of to Downton—followed by taken or did the events at the saved Downton. It seems Season 4. NOTE: Anne Homan is on vacation this week. Sybil’s death in childbirth— Scottish castle show her in that whenever someone

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(Organizations wishing to run notices and tender geraniums and pelargoniums. 13th to raise money for a youth mission trip Touch sessions for active, inactive, combat study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship (in- Days as announced. For information, call in Bulletin Board, send information to PO Visitors are welcome. For more information to Guatemala this summer. For only $30, or retired Veterans from any military branch. formal). For information, call 925-447-1246. msg. center at 925/906-9561. Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of call Bev at 925-485-7812 or visit www. community members are invited to rent Healing Touch Program is endorsed by Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 East Bulletin Board or email information to edit- lavgc.org. a 10' x 18' space in the parking lot to sell the American Holistic Nurses Association. East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Sunday Avenue, Livermore, worship service 10:30 [email protected]. Include name of Tri-Valley Democratic Club and items or represent/advertise an organization. Advance reservation required as space is worship. Information 447-1950. to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are welcome. organization, meeting date, time, place and Tri-Valley Chapter of Move On will host The garage sale starts at 8:00am and ends limited. Sessions held at Las Positas Col- Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday Ser- 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) theme or subject. Phone number and contact Congressman Eric Swawell on Sun., March at 3:00pm. There will be endors, music, hot lege, Veterans First Center, Building 1000, vices 10:30 a.m. 545 No. L Street Livermore. Little Brown Church, United Church person should also be included. Deadline is 10 at the iBEW 595 Hall, 6250 Village dogs and sodas, and all proceeds go toward Livermore. Student status is not required. (925) 447-4357 - www.calvarylivermore.org. of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 5 p.m. Friday.) Parkway, Dublin. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., sending students to San Cristobal, Guate- For more information or to schedule a ses- St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. Crab feed, Sat., March 9, 2013 hosted event starts at 1 p.m. Discuss what can be mala, to help the poor and needy. Anyone sion, please visit www.quantumhealinghth. North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 by the Livermore Lions Club in Livermore, at done and is being done, meet new people, interested in renting a space (first come, com or call 925-352-8917. on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult Pathway Community Church, 6533 St. Matthews Baptist Church, 1239 N Liver- bring finger food to share & beverages. first served), contact Orinda Weiss at (925) Ragin Cajun Mardi Gras Gala hosted Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship more Ave. Doors open at 5:30 PM to 8:30 Public is invited. 606-7598 or [email protected]. by the Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapies school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, PM. All you can eat crab for $40 per person. Congressmen, Temple Beth Torah Livermore Amador Valley Garden Foundation on March 8, 2013 at the Palm at 7 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 adult programs. Biblically based practical The ticket also includes a chance to win a presents U.S. Congressional Representa- Club annual Plant Sale on Saturday, Center in Pleasanton. The event includes p.m. 449-3824. messages, nondenominational. All are door prize of a Melvin Jones Membership. tives Mike Honda and Eric Swalwell on April 27, 9am to 1pm at the parking lot of dinner, music, dancing as well as silent and United Christian Church, celebrating welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. During the event various other fund raising Sunday, March 10. With the new districting, Amador Valley High School, 1155 Santa Rita live auctions. The proceeds benefit cancer 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. org (925) 829-4793. raffles will be held. Dessert will be provided Congressman Eric Swalwell represents Road, Pleasanton. All plants are grown by patients living in the Tri-Valley by providing at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 for a donation to the Livermore Leo's (Lions' Pleasanton and surrounding areas, as well members of the garden club and are sold for healing therapies that help offset the side- morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. worship Program for future Lions). The menu also as, northern Fremont. It will be held at low, low, prices. There will be an assortment effects of radiation and chemotherapy and on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The service. Bible Study/Sunday School 10:20. includes pasta, salad, clam chowder, bread, Temple Beth Torah, Social Hall, 42000 Paseo of annuals, perennials, roses, succulents, are not covered by insurance. Information community is welcome. United CC is an Bible Basics Class, which explores the main tea, coffee, water and soda. Proceeds of Padre Pkwy, Fremont from 9:30am to 11am. vegetables and garden related items. Garden and tickets, contact the Sandra J. Wing Heal- Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 teachings of the Bible, meets at 7:00 Sunday the event go to support the Livermore Lion's The cost is $10 or $8 for seniors (+60). A club members will provide expert advice. For ing Therapies Foundation at 866-862-7270 for more information. night. Call 371-6200 or email pmjrmuel- services to the community. Ticket may be light breakfast (lochs, bagels, coffee, fruit more information call Bev at 925 485 7812. or visit the website at www.healingthera- Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- [email protected] for more info. purchased at 925 443 4414 or bbarrien- and orange juice). Two local networking groups GNON piesfoundation.org non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 [email protected] or 925 449 9974. Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring (Girls Night Out Networking) and B2B M.I. Hummel Club, San Francisco Bay school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. Semi-Annual Used Clothing and Equip- Club, Sat., March 9, 39-54 miles over Cala- Gathering Inc. once again join forces in Chapter, meets second Saturday of each a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for ment Sale, Twin Valley Mothers of Twins veras, meet 9 a.m. at Crank-2 Bike Shop in Pleasanton on March 27th to provide the month at 1 p.m. at a member's home. Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 The Story 9 to 10:00 a.m.. Worship Service Club, 9 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. March 9 at the Pleasanton, Rob Delfosse, 216-4823. Sat., community with a networking seminar and Guests always welcome. Topics include Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. March 9, 50/60 miles, Cinderella Classic tradeshow. The event, sponsored by Saun- sharing of Hummel figurine news and services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Lynnewood United Methodist Church, Clothing, gear and toys-from 200+ sellers. conditioning rides, meet 9 a.m. at Jakroo ders Accountancy Corporation, will allow information. For information, contact Joan a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Sunday wor- If you're looking for maternity wear, clothing in Pleasanton, psyclejulz@sbcglobalnet or attendees the opportunity to network with Mumma, club secretary, 447-5164 or org/ All are welcome. ship at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. with childcare for newborns to teens, car seats, single and [email protected]. Anyone planning 150+ in one night and have the opportunity www.mumma.org/hummel/ Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 and Sunday school at 10:30 a.m. (First Sun. double strollers, swings, bouncy seats, baby to go on a ride is asked to call the leader for to visit trade show booths. In addition to the Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for of month 9 a.m. is traditional with organ, carriers, cribs, high chairs, safety gates, details on where to meet and what to bring. tradeshow, participants will attend the B2B Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. is informal with guitar.) Rev. toys, books, videos/DVDs and more. www. Armchair Travelers, a monthly program, fast paced 90 minute networking seminar. support organization based in Livermore. Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible Heather Leslie Hammer minister. All wel- tvmotc.org will take place at the Livermore Civic Center March 27th, 2013 from 5-8:30 pm at the S.A.M. has been in operation since January study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory come. www.lynnewood.org, 925 846-0221. Tea Dance, The Pleasanton VFW Post Library Thurs., March 14, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Four Points by Sheraton (5115 Hopyard Rd., 2004. It is dedicated to the continued prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call St. Michael’s Centennial celebration, 6298 will host Tea Dance on Wednesday, Phillip Mumford talk about his four-month, Pleasanton) ALL for only $5/pp. RSVP to support of deployed troops. Preparation office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. mass and dinner, April 27, at St. Michael March 20, 2013 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The 7,500-mile trip by bicycle through Africa [email protected]. Information, contact of comfort packages takes place every Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. Sun- Church. Mass at 3 p.m. followed by a dance will be held at the Veterans Memorial from the deserts of Egypt and Sudan, on GNON Founder/Director, Frances Hewitt at other week - all year long. Providing morale day worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. celebration dinner with two seatings: 5 p.m. Hall, 301 Main Street, Pleasanton. Dance to to the mountains of Ethiopia and the (925) 487-4748 or at [email protected]. support for those deployed. All information Sunday school or Bible study for all ages and 6 p.m. Tickets for dinner are available in the music of the 30’s and 40’s played by the game parks of Kenya and Tanzania, along Tri-Valley Republican Women present provided is confidential and is not shared at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at 3:30 p.m. the rectory and at the school. For additional Mellotones Combo. This event will cost only Lake Malawi, through Zambia, Botswana, former State Legislator, Lynne Leach, at the for security purposes. To submit a name Wednesday nights there is adult Bible study information, please email Jacki Tyler jtyler@ $7, including refreshments. The Mellotones Namibia, and ending in South Africa. Adults annual Membership Luncheon to be held on and address, inquire about donations or at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for youth, and csdo.org from St. Michael's School or Sister combo has been playing for various activities are invited to this free program at the Civic March 9 at Cattlemen's Restaurant. Leach is helping, please visit www.operationsam.org, children's choir for kids. Child care during all Emmanuel [email protected]. (private parties, celebrations, etc.) in the Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, a member of the Contra Costa County Sher- email [email protected] or call events. 447-1848, www.trinitylivermore.org. Cedar Grove Community Church lo- Tri-Valley area for the past several years. Livermore. For additional information, call iff's Posse, on the executive board of Mount 925 443-7620 for more information and the St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas cated at 2021 College Avenue in Livermore. The group consists of seven musicians 925 373-5500. Diablo Boy Scouts of America, and advisory calendar of events. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University including piano, bass, drums, guitar, trumpet Livermore-Amador Genealogical baord of the Chinese-American Political As- the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 classes will begin Friday, March 1, 2013 at and saxophone, plus a vocalist. They play Society presents Tim Fox, a genealogist for sociation. As a legislator, Ms. Leach worked RELIGION p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire 7:00 PM. Contact Gary Chang at (925)447- what some might call the Great American more than 20years to speak on "Fun Tools on various committees: Transportation, First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth La Scola at 447-9800. 2351 for more information or to register. Songbook; that is, popular tunes of stage, to Help Genealogist Work Smarter," March Insurance, Jobs and Economic Development, Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative Centerpointe Church, 3410 Cornerstone Lenten Series, St. Bartholomew’s Epis- screen and radio, plus all-time favorites from 12. Meeting at Congregation Beth Emek, Aging and Long Term Care, and Legislative Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional Court, Pleasanton. Services: 9 a.m. blended copal Church, 678 Enos Way, Livermore, is the Swing Era of the 1930s and 1940s. 3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton at 7:30 pm, Audit. Social time is 12:30, meeting begins Service in the Sanctuary and children’s with choir and band. Childcare offered for offering Wednesday evening programs during Tri-Valley Chapter 397 of the National doors open at 7. Learn how to keep up with at 1:00 p.m. Cost is $24 per person. For program. For more information www.fpcl.us infants through age 6 and children start in Lent. All are welcome at 6:00pm potluck Active and Retired Federal Employees As- new software, websites, tools and devices information and reservations, contact Devy or 925-447-2078. the worship service. 10:40 a.m. contempo- dinners and 7:00pm Evening Prayer services sociation (NARFE) will meet Thurs., March and use of Smart Phones, Tablets and other Torrance at [email protected] or Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut rary worship led by a band. Sunday school with discussions led by guest speakers. 14 at Vic's All Star Kitchen, 201 A Main St., tools. For additional information contact phone 925-234-2209. St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at for children and middle-schoolers. www. Topics include “Women and Literature” with Pleasanton. Federal employees and retirees Pat Northam, Progam chairperson,email: SAT Prep Classes in Livermore - 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages centerpointechurch.org 925-846-4436. Susan Mayall, March 13, and “Women Mys- are invited to attend to learn about a national [email protected]. LARPD is offering classes in Strategic SAT at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 tics,” led by St. Bart’s rector, the Rev. Joyce association that advocates for them. Attend- Pleasantonians for Peace, candlelight Prep (Saturdays 4/6 - 4/27/13 - 9 am - worship service. AWANA children's program Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy Parry Moore, on March 20. There will also be ees need not be NARFE members. A no host vigil 7 p.m. Wed., March 13 in front of noon), "Spring Break SAT Prep" (Tues. - Fri. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. at 10 a.m. For details please see www. a labyrinth walk at 7:00pm on Friday, March luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. A business the Museum on Main, 603 Main Street, 4/2 -4/5 - 9 - noon), and Last Minute SAT Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at 1. For further information, call the church at meeting will follow at 1 p.m. Guest speaker downtown Pleasanton. Participants will Prep (4/15/13 - 5:30 - 9 pm or 4/20/13 - Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco (831) 278-1916. 925-447-3289. Josh Laine, owner of the Valor Winery in reflect on the human and monetary costs of 1:30 - 5 pm). Classes will be held at Robert Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Tri-Valley Cultural Jews' annual com- Livermore, will speak about hiring veterans. the war, honor veterans who have sacrificed, Livermore Community Center 4444 East Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.net. Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services munity seder Saturday, March 30 at 5 pm He assists them in obtaining benefits and in and visualize ways of moving beyond this Avenue, Livermore. Register at 925 373- Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. at the Bothwell Arts Center in Livermore. other ways as well. Look for chapter signs conflict to a more peaceful world. Peaceful 5700, or go to susanprep.com for additional Court, Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 The hour-long English haggadah is secular at the restaurant side entrance. To request War Protest on the fourth Wednesday of information. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with a.m. All are most welcome to come and and progressive, and includes music, more information, directions or transporta- the month, March 27, between 5 - 6 at the Foothill High School’s Academic & the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- worship with us and to enjoy our hospitality. along with ritual elements with Humanistic tion to the meeting, please call Gary at (925) corners of First and Neal Streets. Call Cathe Activities Booster Club (AABC) is offering 6 tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith For more information call the church office explanations. The ceremony is followed by 373-6758. Background on NARFE is on the Norman at (925) 462-7495; Matt Sullivan scholarships of $500 each to the graduating Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or 925-462-4802. a non-kosher-for-Passover potluck dinner. Web at www.narfe.org. at [email protected]; or kdowding@ seniors. Applicants must attend a higher EastBaySecularJews.org. St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, To make a reservation and claim a potluck 50 Shades of Red, casino and auction pacbell.net. www.Pleasantonians4Peace.org education college/university. Three of these First Church of Christ, Scientist, 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Sunday services assignment, please call 510-888-1404. evening benefit the Livermore and Granada Widowed Men and Women of Northern scholarships are on academic basis and Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. with Rev. Joyce Parry Moore, Rector: 8:00 Canned and boxed food for the food bank High School Safe & Sober Grad Night. April CA, lunch in Dublin, March 14, 11:30 a.m., other three are based on need. Application Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is am Contemplative Eucharist with Taize will be collected at the event. Free to 12, 7 to 11 p.m. Robert Livermore Com- RSVP by March 11 to David, 833-7647. forms are available with Mrs. Bing at the held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church music; 10:20 am Godly Play for children; members and children. A $10 donation is munity Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. friendly bridge, March 16, 1 p.m., RSVP Counseling Desk at Foothill HS. Awards will and reading room are located at Third and 10:30 am Sung Eucharist with choir (child requested from non-member adults (13 and Evening includes light appetizers, raffle by March 9 to Jeanne, 361-6110. lunch be based on effort, activities and interests N Streets. The Reading Room, which is care available). Youth Group meets Sundays over) to help defray costs of rent and ritual prizes, starter chips for gaming, dancing, in San Ramon, March 19, noon, RSVP by both in and out of school. Consideration will open to the public, features books, CDs and from 4 to 5:30 pm in the Parish Hall for “Rite foods. 925-485-1049, http://trivalleycultur- silent and live auctions. $45 in advance, $50 March 16 to Janet, 443-3317. Happy hour be given to students who have demonstrated magazines for sale. For information, call 13” and Journey to Adulthood” programs. aljews.wordpress.com at the door. www.lhsgradnight.org or www. in Pleasanton, March 21, 5 p.m., RSVP by academic improvement during the past four (925) 447-2946. www.saintbartslivermore.com for more Unity of Tri-Valley Church, Sunday granadagradnight.com. March 10 to Marge, 828-5124. lunch at DVC years. The last date of application is Friday, Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday information. services 10:00 a.m.; all are welcome. Ongo- Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club culinary facility, March 27, 11 a.m., RSVP by April 19, 2013. Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church ing small groups, weekly activities, choir, will meet on Thursday, March 14, 7 p.m. March 17 to Ruby, 462-9636. Free Healing Touch Sessions for more. Information, 447-8840. (1928 Book of Common Prayer), 193 classes, and Children's church. 9875 Dublin at Alisal School's multipurpose room, 1454 Garage sale, Tri-Valley Church of Christ, Tri-Valley Veterans March 9, April 13, May Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 Contractors Avenue, Livermore. Sunday Canyon Rd., Castro Valley. 829-2733, www. Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. Robin Parer, Livermore, (4481 East Ave) is hosting a 11 and June 8. Available time slots: 9:00 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. services: 8:45 a.m. (Low Mass) and 10 a.m. trivalleyunity.com Rev. Karen Epps. owner of Geraniaceae will speak on hardy community garage sale on Saturday, April a.m., 10:15 a.m., or 11:30 a.m. Free Healing worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. adult Bible (High Mass with Sunday School). Other Holy

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Pleasanton Musician Selected for First-Ever National Youth Orchestra Carnegie Hall an- first National Youth Orches- represent their country as the summer by violinist Joshua nounced the names of the tra of the United States of NYO-USA undertakes its Bell as soloist. 120 young musicians from America will travel to New inaugural international tour The orchestra’s concert across America who have York in late June 2013 for a with stops at Washington program will include Tchai- been specially selected to two-week training residency DC’s Kennedy Center, fol- kovsky’s Violin Concerto, come together from June on the campus of Purchase lowed by dates in Moscow, Shostakovich’s Symphony 30 through July 23, 2013 to College, State University St. Petersburg, and London. No. 10 in E Minor, and a Visit Tri-Valley capped off January's Restaurant Month create the first-ever National of New York, working with Internationally-re- new work by young Ameri- celebration with the presentation of checks to the Youth Orchestra of the Unit- some of the country’s best nowned conductor Valery can composer Sean Shep- local-based charities that were the beneficiaries. The ed States of America. professional orchestral play- Gergiev will lead the NYO- herd, co-commissioned by checks were presented during a luncheon at the San Among them is Annie ers. USA in its first year, with Carnegie Hall especially for Ramon Marriott's new Bishop Grill. Overall, $4,500 Wu, flute, of Pleasanton. The young musicians will the ensemble joined this NYO-USA. was raised. Participating in the wrap-up event were, The musicians of the then have the opportunity to from left: Geoffrey Sarabia-Mason, Visit Tri-Valley vice president; Ana Cardenas, Chief Operations Officer, Meals On Wheels and Senior Outreach Services; Larry Sly, Executive Director, Food Bank of Contra Costa and Alameda County Fair Continues to Collect Awards Solano; Sarah Alessi, Hospitality Marketing Coordinator, Wente Family Estates, and Debbie Gudmundson, general In addition to now being third place, and 1 honorable gram, use of fair's theme Fairs, while the Alameda manager, Residence Inn, Pleasanton and Visit Tri-Valley ranked 33rd in the Top 50 mention. Among the Alam- throughout competitive ex- County Fair is successfully Board of Directors member. Not represented, but also a Fairs in North America by eda County Fair’s 8 First hibits, new innovative use of operated by the nonprofit beneficiary, was Open Heart Kitchen. Carnival Warehouse, the Place awards, the Fair was technology, interim events, Fair Association, without 2012 Alameda County Fair presented with honors for and new agricultural pro- any tax funding from the took home 27 Western Fair the following entries: radio gram - Sudsy's Barn. government. Association (WFA) awards advertising, outdoor ad- The Alameda County “We truly appreciate all at the 90th Annual Achieve- vertising, fair logo contest, Fair also received 12 inter- of the people that attended ment Awards Convention in printed newsletter, electron- national awards from the and supported the 2012 Al- Reno, NV in January. ic newsletter, e-blast, news- International Association ameda County Fair, making The Western Fairs Asso- paper advertisement - black of Fairs and Expositions it one of our all-time best ciation is a non-profit trade and white and color, any (IAFE) for its 2012 Fair Fairs. When this record at- Berklee College of Music announced that Peter Chatterjee of association serving the Fair other advertising piece - fair Marketing Programs and tendance is coupled with Livermore has earned placement on the Dean's List for the fall semester of the 2012 academic year. To be eligible for this honor, Industry throughout the backpack, poster, printed continues to be ranked in the industry recognition and a full-time student must achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or Western United States and fair souvenir - cookbook, Top 50 Fairs in the United awards it makes for a very above; a part-time student must achieve a grade point average of Canada. WFA offers an An- fair sponsored event, fair in- States. special year,” commented 3.6 or above. nual Achievement Awards novation marketing strategy, Recently released atten- Randy Magee, Interim CEO. Program to recognize excel- Interim event rental in- dance numbers from Fairs Planning is currently un- Elizabeth Wilkins of Livermore, is among some 35 Bryan lence and to share successful novative marketing, exhi- across the nation show that derway for the next award- College students who will spend their spring break in service and Fair ideas and programs. bitions competition - cell the Alameda County Fair winning annual Fair. This ministry projects throughout the United States March 9 to 17. Five teams led by students and a faculty or staff mentor, will The Alameda County phone scavenger hunt, ex- is ranked 33 on the list of year’s Fair will mark the provide "extra hands for our partner organizations," according to Fair continues as the most hibits display, new chil- the Top 50 North American 101st year with a theme of Heather McIntyre, a student intern in the college office of faith awarded Fair in the United dren's program - Storyville, Fairs and the 6 largest Fair in "Summer Fun Starts Here". and mission who is helping coordinate the project. States and Canada in the maintenance, fair sponsor- California. This is the high- The Fair will run every day Elizabeth, daughter of Ron and Mary Wilkins of Livermore Mega Fair category. The ship program, employee est ranking in history for except Mondays, from June will work with children and youth at Hope for Opelousas in 2012 Fair, which saw an at- programs, service member the Alameda County Fair. 19th through July 7th. For Opelousas, LA. tendance record of 534,577 partnership, new community Of particular note, 16 of the more information, please Megan K. Grabowski, a resident of Livermore, has been named patrons during its 17-day outreach program - Kids Fairs larger than the Alam- visit our website at www. to the fall 2012 Dean's List at Texas State University. To be named event, received 8 first place Against Hunger, theme pro- eda County Fair are State AlamedaCountyFair.com or to the list at Texas State, a student must earn a minimum grade- honors, 8 second place, 10 call (925)426-7600. point average of 3.50 while carrying a class load of at least 12 semester hours.