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510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com March 10, 2015 Vol. 14 No. 10

BY LINDA-ROBIN CRAIG

Many say that Ustad Farida Mahwash is the most loved voice of Afghanistan and possibly in all of Central Asia, calling her Afghanistan’s am- bassador of love. When asked why such a renowned celebrity singer was giving a free con- cert at the Fremont Main Library, she an- swered, “Because I love my Fremont community and I want to do this for them.” Mahwash’s vigorous style and sonorous voice, coupled with subtle mastery of ornamentation has entertained and stunned audiences world- wide as she shares her country’s rich musical heritage in live concerts and recordings. Mahwash recalled that when she was young in Afghanistan, her mother taught Quran and recited in a beautiful voice, which inspired Mahwash to express her deepest feelings through song. Her family was conservative and religion was a point of constant focus in her youth. As she grew older, Mahwash’s interest in music was stifled as she learned that female singers and musicians met with disapproval, even disdain. When finished with her studies, she was fortunate to receive encouragement from the director of the Kabul Radio station, Ustad Hafiz Ullah Khayal, who not only gave her a position at the station but immediately rec- ognized her soaring talent and potential. Khayal gave her a stage name, and the girl who was born Farida Gulali Ayubi became Farida Mahwash, which means “like the moon,” and her career was launched. continued on page 39

SUBMITTED BY JEEVAN ZUTSHI Francisco; California State Treasurer John Chiang; California State Controller Betty T. Yee; as well as Assembly members; mayors and city council Fred Hempel in his greenhouse with yuzu plants. Photo by David R. Newman. Indo-American Community Federation’s (IACF) 14th annual “Unity Dinner” will be held members from surrounding cities. Cultural seg- on Friday, March 20 at the India Community ments include The Last Bullfighter, a Spanish fu- Center in Milpitas. IACF was founded in 1994 as sion dramatic Mambo; and Babarabatiri, a fast the first Indo-American community organization and furious Salsa Señorita; and a Bollywood fla- to build bridges with mainstream organizations, vored Flamenco Cha-Cha. diverse leadership groups, think tanks and public Tickets are $80 per person, $800 per table of officials. Unity Dinner started in 2002 after the ten, and $1,000 for VIP table of ten. For tickets or September 11th attacks to promote understanding sponsorship opportunities, contact (510) 589- and unity within diversity. 3702 or e-mail [email protected]. You may The event has been growing every year with also purchase tickets at www.indocommunity.us public officials represented at every level and the by clicking “Donate.” Proceeds from the event BY DAVID R. NEWMAN participation of diverse organizations. Keynote will benefit the Amit Zutshi Foundation, fighting the use of dangerous over-the-counter drugs and Fred Hempel talks as he waters plants on his farm, where row upon speakers in previous years have included the First giving scholarships to young people in need. row of green leafy plants, some with flowers, stretch out around him. Lady of California, Attorney General, and Silicon He is tall and lean with a weathered face. A small greenhouse sits near Valley leaders. Unity Dinner the center of this seven and a half acre plot of land, nestled in a small Join honored guests and public officials for Friday, Mar 20 valley in beautiful Sunol. sumptuous Indian food by Raja Sweets and host 6 p.m. Welcome to Baia Nicchia Farm, where the focus is on organic gour- bar. This year’s keynote speaker is Russell Han- India Community Center met vegetables. Winter crops include mustards and broccoli spi- cock, president and CEO of Joint Venture Silicon 525 Los Coches St, Milpitas gariello; summer crops are tomatoes, squash, peppers, and edible Valley, a prime advocate for regional government (510) 589-3702 flowers and herbs. Most harvests are sold to high-end restaurants and economic cooperation. Honored guest speak- [email protected] throughout the West Coast including The Vine in Fremont, Wente ers include Congressman Mike Honda (CA-17); www.indocommunity.us Vineyard in Livermore, Boulevard and Atelier Crenn in San Francisco, Congressman Ami Bera (CA-7); Ambassador Venkatesan Ashok, Consul General of India, San Tickets: $80 and the Google Café in Mountain View. continued on page 19

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Washington Hospital’s Baby ‘n’ Me Offers Support for New Moms aving a baby is a wonderful and “It’s very informal; just come as you are,” joyful event for most new moms. she said. “With a new baby, it always takes HBut even if you’re enjoying moth- longer to get out of the house than you think erhood, caring for a new baby can be stress- it’s going to. There’s no such thing as being ful. And if you are struggling, it can be late. It’s not that kind of group. Just come especially isolating. Whatever you’re feeling, when you can. You don’t have to dress up. chances are other new moms are experienc- Just throw on some clothes and join us.” ing similar issues. Washington Hospital’s The discussion is open for any topics new Arlene Fryling, RN and a Baby ‘n’ Me Support Group participating baby. Baby ‘n’ Me is open to new moms Baby ‘n’ Me Support Group provides a safe moms want to talk about, said Fryling, who and baby up until the time the baby can crawl. The group meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from place for new moms to talk about some of facilitates the group on Mondays while Susan 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 3569 Beacon Avenue in Fremont. the ups and downs of life with a new baby Cortez leads the group on Wednesdays and lic,” Fryling said. “It’s a good way to get sues they are dealing with as new moms, and share tips that can help. Fridays. You can ask questions, share tips, or started because you’re in a nurturing group.” whether it’s postpartum depression, loss of “Bringing home a new baby can be over- just talk about your feelings. Fryling said some new moms have trou- sleep, trouble breastfeeding, going back to whelming,” said Arlene Fryling, RN, who fa- “You can say as much or as little as you ble breastfeeding, and the support group of- work, dealing with a husband who isn’t cilitates the Baby ‘n’ Me Support Group. “If want,” Fryling added. “Sometimes if there is a fers a caring place to talk about it and learn very helpful, or whatever else they would it’s your first child, it can be a big change. But lag in the conversation, I might ask questions from other new moms. She said often like to discuss. even if you already have children, adding an- to get the conversation going, like what is the women are surprised to find out it can be dif- “Sometimes I see women come to the other baby to the family creates new issues.” hardest think about being a new mom or ficult to breastfeed and they may be feeling group who look so frazzled, like they are really Baby ‘n’ Me is open to new moms up what do you do to replenish yourself.” guilty about it. struggling,” Fryling said. “But by the time until the time your baby can crawl. It is Shared Experiences “You will find other women in the sup- they leave, they look so much calmer. I really held every Monday, Wednesday, and Fri- For many new moms, the support port group who have experienced the same encourage new moms to join the group as day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. New moms group provides an opportunity to get to- thing,” Fryling added. “You can learn a lot soon as possible. By the time your baby can come to the support group anytime gether with other adults. Often women of little tips and advice from the other crawls, it’s too late. New moms often tell me and no registration is required. While it is can feel isolated and alone after they give moms. Sometimes just the acknowledge- they wish they had come sooner.” also open to moms who already have chil- birth, she said. It’s also a place where you ment that what you are feeling is normal To learn more about Washington Hos- dren, only moms and newborns should at- can feel comfortable with your new baby. helps you to not feel so quite alone.” pital’s programs and services for pregnant tend the sessions. The group meets at 3569 “The support group is the first time some She said the idea is to provide a place or new moms, visit www.whhs.com/child- Beacon Avenue in Fremont. of the new moms try breastfeeding in pub- where women can talk freely about the is- birth-classes.

InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com

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03/10/15 0311/15 03/12/15 03/13/15 03/14/15 03/15/15 03/16/15 Diabetes Matters: Insulin: Voices InHealth: New 12:00 PM Everything You Want to Surgical Options for Breast 12:00 AM Know Sidelined by Back Pain? Superbugs: Are We Cancer Treatment Kidney Transplants Sidelined by Back Pain? 12:30 PM Get Back in the Game Winning the Germ War? Get Back in the Game 12:30 AM Community Based Senior Supportive Services Keeping Your Heart on 1:00 PM the Right Beat 1:00 AM Alzheimer's Disease How Healthy Are Your Get Your Child's Plate in Living with Heart Failure Deep Venous Thrombosis 1:30 PM Lungs? Shape 1:30 AM Crohn's & Colitis

2:00 PM 2:00 AM Varicose Veins and Women's Health Chronic Venous Disease Do You Have Sinus Deep Venous Conference: Age 2:30 PM Problems? Thrombosis Appropriate Screenings 2:30 AM Washington Township Washington Township Washington Township Health Care District Health Care District Health Care District 3:00 PM Board Meeting Board Meeting Board Meeting 3:00 AM February 11, 2015 February 11, 2015 Eating for Heart Health & Lunch and Learn: Yard to February 11, 2015 Blood Pressure Control Table Turning 65? Get To Shingles 3:30 PM Know Medicare Diabetes Matters: Insulin: 3:30 AM Prostate Health and Everything You Want to Know Prostate Cancer 4:00 PM 4:00 AM Diabetes Matters: Peripheral Vascular Learn If You Are at Risk for Strengthen Your Back! Heel Problems and Learn to Improve Your Research: Advancing Disease: Leg Weakness, 4:30 PM Vitamins and Liver Disease Treatment Options Do You Suffer From Back Fitness Diabetes Management Symptoms and Treatment 4:30 AM Supplements - How Anxiety or Depression? Useful Are They? 5:00 PM 5:00 AM The Weigh to Success Do You Suffer From Breathing Problems? Heart Healthy Eating After Learn More About Kidney Chronic Obstructive Knee Pain & Replacement 5:30 PM Diabetes Matters: How to Maintain a Surgery and Beyond Disease Inside Washington Hospital: Pulmonary Disease or 5:30 AM Partnering with your Doc- Healthy Weight: Good Patient Safety Asthma tor to Improve Control Nutrition is Key 6:00 PM 6:00 AM The Weigh to Success Arthritis: Do I Have One Shingles Kidney Transplants 6:30 PM of 100 Types? 6:30 AM Don't Let Back Pain Sideline You Washington Township Washington Township GERD & Your Risk of Health Care District Health Care District 7:00 PM Esophageal Cancer Board Meeting Board Meeting 7:00 AM February 11, 2015 February 11, 2015 Turning 65? Get To Know Keeping Your Heart Living with Heart Failure 7:30 PM Medicare on the Right Beat 7:30 AM What Are Your Vital Signs Acetaminophen Overuse Telling You? Danger

8:00 PM Sports-Related Voices InHealth: The Cataracts and Diabetic Inside Washington 8:00 AM The Weigh to Success Concussions Greatest Gift of All Eye Conditions Hospital: Patient Safety

8:30 PM 8:30 AM Washington Township Washington Township Health Care District Health Care District Learn If You Are at Learn About Nutrition for 9:00 PM Board Meeting Board Meeting Risk for Liver Disease a Healthy Life 9:00 AM February 11, 2015 Diabetes Matters: Back to February 11, 2015 Vitamins and Supplements - Don't Let Back Pain the Basic Keys for Success How Useful Are They? Sideline You

9:30 PM 9:30 AM From One Second to the Next Minimally Invasive Surgery 10:00 PM Voices InHealth: New for Lower Back Disorders How to Maintain a Diabetes Matters: 10:00 AM Living with Arthritis Surgical Options for Breast Healthy Weight: Good Strategies for Support Sidelined by Back Pain? GERD & Your Risk of Cancer Treatment Nutrition is Key 10:30 PM Get Back in the Game Esophageal Cancer Voices InHealth: Bras for Community Based Senior 10:30 AM Skin Cancer Body & Soul Supportive Services

11:00 PM 11:00 AM Hypertension: The Silent Hip Pain in the Young and Varicose Veins and Killer Middle-Aged Adult Chronic Venous Disease Take the Steps: What You From One Second to Your Concerns InHealth: Community Based Senior Should Know About Foot 11:30 PM the Next Senior Scam Prevention Supportive Services Diabetes Matters: Insulin: Care 11:30 AM Everything You Want to Know March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 3 Preventive Screenings Promote Lifelong Health Seminar to Discuss Exams and Tests for Potential Health Issues

hen you are healthy, Bone density screenings to de- it is easy to put off tect osteoporosis may also be an W having an annual important consideration, particu- wellness exam to assess your larly for post-menopausal health risks, review your immu- women. nizations and determine which “The age when women should screening tests might be benefi- start having bone density screenings cial to help you avoid serious is generally between 60 and 65,” health problems. But the old Dr. Parmley explains. “However, if adage, “An ounce of prevention is a woman goes through either early worth a pound of cure,” is still natural menopause or ‘induced’ sound advice. menopause following a hysterec- “Preventive care focuses on tomy with removal of the uterus evaluating your current health and ovaries, it might be beneficial status and making sure you don’t to have a baseline bone density test have any health conditions to performed at age 40 or 50.” worry about,” says Michael Parm- All male smokers over age 65 ley, MD, a board-certified inter- should get a screening for an ab- nal medicine physician and dominal aortic aneurysm, an en- primary care doctor at Washing- larged area in the lower part of the ton Township Medical Founda- aorta, the major blood vessel that tion. “With a preventive exam supplies blood to the body. Because and routine screening tests, your Preventive care and routine health screenings can help identify potentially serious health problems. Michael Parmley, MD, will be the aorta is the body's main sup- doctor can look for warning signs speaking at a free seminar about the benefits of preventive exams, screenings and vaccinations on Tuesday, March 17, from 1 to 3 plier of blood, a ruptured abdomi- of potentially serious health prob- p.m. in the Conrad E. Anderson, MD Auditorium in the Washington West building located at 2500 Mowry Avenue in Fremont. To nal aortic aneurysm can cause lems so you can take steps to re- register for the free seminar, visit www.whhs.com or call (800) 963-7070. life-threatening bleeding. duce your risk factors. Plus, it is everything related to preventive “We used to start measuring agnosis of diabetes, while per- A colon cancer screening is better for your health to establish care will be covered. patients’ blood sugar levels at age centages between 5.7 and 6.4 recommended for everyone over an ongoing relationship with a In general, a wellness exam 35, but now we recommend would be considered pre-diabetes. age 50. People who have a family doctor who knows you and your would include measuring the pa- blood glucose screenings for peo- “Having pre-diabetes is a sub- history of colon cancer, with ei- health history.” tient’s height, weight, body mass ple beginning in their 20s,” says stantial risk factor for developing ther a parent or a sibling who has To promote greater awareness index (BMI) and blood pressure. Dr. Parmley. “In some cases, we diabetes, but there are many steps been diagnosed, should start of the benefits of preventive In addition, blood tests may be also may screen patients in their pre-diabetes patients can take to screenings 10 years before the age exams, screenings and vaccina- ordered to evaluate factors such as teens if they are obese or have a prevent diabetes,” says Dr. Parmley. of onset in their parent or sibling tions, Washington Hospital is of- cholesterol levels, liver and kid- family history of diabetes.” Preventive health screenings or at age 40, whichever is earlier. fering a free seminar on Tuesday, ney function, electrolytes and The most common test meas- for women also should include a “The statistics back up the fact March 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. in thyroid hormone levels. ures the blood glucose level after mammogram every one to two that a colonoscopy is the best the Conrad E. Anderson, MD “When it comes to blood fasting for at least 8 hours, and years, depending on their age and means of detecting colon cancer, as Auditorium in the Washington pressure, a reading over 140/90 the result should be less than 100 risk factors for breast cancer. Pap well as pre-cancerous polyps that West building located at 2500 for people under age 65 is consid- mg/dL. Another test, called the smears to detect cervical cancer might develop into cancer in the Mowry Avenue in Fremont. The ered high,” Dr. Parmley explains. glucose tolerance test, measures should be performed every one to future,” says Dr. Purely. “Other seminar will feature a presenta- “For cholesterol, a total choles- blood glucose after the patient three years. tests, such as the fecal occult blood tion by Dr. Parmley and will in- terol level below 200 mg/dL is has fasted for 8 hours and then “Current recommendations test, are simply not as reliable for clude time for questions from considered desirable. With HDL consumes a sugary drink. for Pap smears state that women detecting colon cancer at an early people who attend. cholesterol, the ‘good’ cholesterol, “In my practice, I prefer to use should have one every three stage, when it is easier to cure.” Dr. Parmley notes that the the higher the number the better, the A1C test for blood glucose years,” Dr. Parmley says. “A During a preventive care Affordable Care Act (sometimes and anything less than 40 mg/dL levels,” Dr. Parmley notes. “The woman over age 30 who has had exam, the physician also will go referred to as “Obamacare”) cov- could be considered a risk factor A1C test provides a measure of a negative Pap smear and a nega- over the patient’s personal and ers a variety of free preventive for cardiovascular disease. The the person’s average levels of tive test for HPV (human papil- family health history. care services and one wellness desired level of LDL cholesterol, blood glucose over the past two lomarvirus) infections, the main “It’s very important for your exam per year on most major the ‘bad’ cholesterol is under 130 to three months, so it is a better cause of cervical cancer, can wait physician to know about any medical insurance plans sold mg/dL, but less than 100 mg/dL indicator of diabetes risks than five years between Pap smears chronic health issues or a family after 2014 without copays or is optimal.” the fasting glucose or glucose tol- and HPV tests. With the intro- history of conditions such as coinsurance, regardless of Checking blood glucose levels erance tests.” duction of vaccinations to pre- asthma, heart disease, diabetes, whether any deductible has been can also be an important aspect A normal A1C level is below vent HPV infections, Pap smears lung disease or cancer,” Dr. met yet. It’s important to check of preventive care, helping people 5.7 percent. An A1C level above may become less important than Parmley emphasizes. with your plan before assuming to avoid developing diabetes. 6.5 percent would indicate a di- they are now.” continued on page 5

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This is an ongoing column in which Dr. Mary Maish Excels in Nationally Recognized Nursing answers your health-related questions. Questions for Dr. Maish should be emailed to Ask the Doctor at: Performance Standards [email protected] Online databases help consumers learn how Left-handed Child and nursing care measures up at their local hospital Worrying Linked When you or your loved one goes to the to Aging hospital, you want to feel confident about the quality and safety of the care you will re- Dear Doctor, ceive. But, how can you judge the quality of I notice that my 2 year old son may be left-handed. a hospital’s care? One way is to measure and Neither I nor my husband is left-handed. Is it genetic? track what its nurses do. Should I try to convert him to right-handedness? Over the last 20 years, leading health care organizations including the Centers for Dis- Dear Reader, ease Control and The Joint Commission, as Although the science is not perfectly understood, most well as a number of highly respected nursing believe that handedness is genetic. Most people carry the groups such as the American Nurses Associa- D gene which encodes for right-handedness, but some tion, have recognized “Nursing Sensitive Indi- carry the C gene which gives those individuals a 50% cators” that track the things hospital nurses do chance of being left-handed. There is no reason for con- for their patients every day. These indicators cern if your child is developing a left-handed tendency. have been proven to contribute to quality of Conversion is not necessary. care and positive patient outcomes. Hospitals compile data related to the In- Nurse Sensitive Indicators are a way for hospitals and leading health care organizations Dear Doctor, dicators on a quarterly basis and submit it to to track the things that hospital nurses do for their patients every day. Washington Hospital’s data shows that nurses at Washington excel in meeting standards. To learn Does worry really contribute to aging or is it just national and statewide databases for com- more, visit the independent organization’s websites listed at the end of this article. a myth? parison against their previous performance and the performance of other hospitals and Resource Management Mary Bowron, RN, who re- Dear Reader, across the country. Established benchmarks indicate how ported to the Board. “Our nurses are exceeding the Indeed, worry contributes to more than just new lines well the hospital should be performing. Among the most benchmarks for nearly every indicator, and that is one of on your face! A chemical that is released in the body in re- important databases recognized by experts are the Na- the main reasons we are a Magnet hospital.” sponse to worry actually fragments pieces of DNA that can tional Database for Nursing Quality Indicators Magnet designation by the American Nurses Creden- lead to wearing down of the body and is associated with (NDNQI) and a database maintained by the California tialing Center is the highest level of recognition a hospi- some disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, diabetes and Nursing Outcomes Coalition (CalNOC). tal can achieve for nursing excellence. cancer. Do what you can to replace worry with pleasant Anyone with access to the internet can visit the web- Nursing Sensitive Indicators track 15 measurable data thoughts and activities. sites of these organizations and find valuable information points that play a critical role in achieving the best pa- Mary S. Maish, M.D. about the quality of nursing care being delivered at their tient outcomes. They cover the “structure of care,” such local hospital and others. as how well educated nurses are and the number of Dr. Maish is a board certified thoracic and Washington Hospital is a longtime participant in hours they spend with their patients each day. Other In- general surgeon. She holds a Master’s both the NDNQI and CalNOC databases. dicators measure the “process of care,” like how soon and degree from Harvard University and At its February meeting, the Washington Township how often patients are assessed for pain. Another group completed her thoracic surgery training Health Care District’s Board of Directors learned about of Indicators termed “patient-focused outcomes” moni- at Baylor/MD Anderson in Houston, Texas. the Hospital’s latest performance associated with the tors specific aspects of nursing care, such as the fre- Dr. Maish currently serves as the Chief Nursing Sensitive Indicators. quency of central line-associated infections, patient falls, of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery at “This data relates directly to the outcomes of nursing pressure ulcers and the use of patient restraints. Washington Township Medical Foundation care, and it shows that our nurses excel in meeting the and is on the Medical Staff at continued on page 5 Washington Hospital. standards,” said the Hospital’s Senior Director of Quality Niles Boulevard Bridge Replacement Project to Begin Soon The Niles Boulevard Bridge spans over control measures will be in place along Niles Union Pacific Railroad and BART rail lines, Boulevard during removal work as needed. connecting the City of Fremont and Union Portions of this area will be re-landscaped City. Constructed by BART in the 1970s, with new trees and shrubs after construction the existing bridge is being replaced with a of the new bridge is complete. new cast-in-place, pre-stressed concrete box Viking Construction Company has been girder bridge to meet current seismic and selected as the project contractor. Project design standards. The new bridge will be construction is anticipated to begin spring built next to the existing bridge, allowing it 2015 and take approximately 13 months to to remain open during construction. complete. A community meeting will be Before new bridge construction begins, a held to introduce the project contractor be- number of trees and shrubs within City of fore heavy construction begins. Information Fremont and City of Union City right of about meeting date, location and time will way along Niles Boulevard—between Fox be provided in advance. Road and Linda Drive—need to be re- For more information about the proj- moved. Workers began tree and shrub re- ect and how to contact the project team, moval on Monday, March 2 and will take visit www.NilesBlvdBridge.com or call approximately 12 days to complete. Traffic 510-355-1502.

Love nature and serving the commu- bring a waiver form signed by a parent nity? Join the City of Fremont’s Environ- or guardian. Children 12 or under re- mental Services for a day of habitat quire an accompanying adult. restoration work on Sabercat Creek the Please bring a reusable water bottle first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. and clothing that is suitable for outdoor to 1 p.m. and the third Sunday of every work (hats, sunscreen, sturdy closed toe month from noon to 4 p.m. We will be shoes, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts weeding, planting native trees and shrubs, are recommended). We will be providing and creating or restoring plant basins and gloves and tools, but you are also wel- mulch mats around native plants to pre- come to bring your own. serve soil moisture and decrease competi- For more information, visit tion from aggressive exotic plants. www.Fremont.gov/SabercatCleanup. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, Please contact Barbara Silva at and a signed waiver form is required for [email protected] or 510-494-4575 each participant. Minors under 18 must if you have any questions. Northgate Community Park Private Video Surveillance Join Us for Improvements Planned Camera Registration Coffee with the Cops

Plans are under way to roll out brand new cricket and baseball bat- Do you currently utilize ting cages, improve pathways, and resurface both play areas at North- private video surveillance at gate Community Park, located on Paseo Padre Parkway and Milton your home or business? If Street. All projects are planned to wrap up by the end of 2015. For you do, the Fremont Police more information visit www.Fremont.gov/Northgate or contact proj- Department would like to ect manager, Andrew B. Mayes, Landscape Architect II, at hear from you. [email protected] or 510-494-4700. Video surveillance is one of the best methods for apprehending criminals and convicting suspects who are caught in the act of committing a crime. Join Fremont Police Chief Richard Lucero and Installing private video surveillance is a great ex- members of his command staff for coffee in an informal ample of community-police partnerships and is and friendly setting on Wednesday, March 18 from something the City highly values as the Fremont 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Suju's Coffee & Tea, located at Police Department serves a very large community. 4949 Stevenson Blvd. in Fremont. If you would like to let the Fremont Police De- partment know that you have video surveillance and Officers from Patrol, Investigations, and other Police allow police officers to contact you should a crime Department units will be available to talk with residents occur in or near where your cameras are installed, and business owners about community issues, neigh- please register your camera online. Registration is borhood concerns, or just get acquainted. Regular and voluntary. decaffeinated coffee will be provided. For more information please visit For more information, call the Community En- www.FremontPolice.org/CameraRegistration. gagement Unit at 510-790-6740. Job Fair for Aqua Adventure Waterpark Are you looking for a summer job that is fun and exciting? Come to the City of Fre- Applicants should dress to impress and bring a resume if they have one. Fast track mont Recreation Services Job Fair on Tuesday, March 17 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the your interview by downloading an application and filling it out ahead of time. For infor- Aqua Adventure Waterpark, located at 40500 Paseo Padre Pkwy. This is an excellent op- mation on all the jobs available and/or to download an application, visit us online at portunity for college and high school students to meet directly with our supervisors, sub- www.Fremont.gov/RecJobs or www.GoAquaAdventure.com. If you are unable to attend mit an application, and have a chance to interview. Positions include Lifeguards, this job fair, applications can be submitted in person or by mail to: City of Fremont Waterpark Staff, Food Services/Concessions Staff, Sports Leaders, and more. Recreation Services, 3300 Capitol Ave. Bldg. B., Fremont, CA 94538. March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 5

continued from page 3 Preventive Screenings Promote Lifelong Health Seminar to Discuss Exams and Tests for Potential Health Issues “We also need to be sure our pa- diet, exercise, smoking, and the tients are current on all their immu- use of seatbelts and sunscreen. nizations,” he adds. “If you haven’t “A doctor shouldn’t be some- had all the basic childhood immu- one to see only when you’re sick,” nizations – or if you’re not sure of Dr. Parmley says. “Preventive care your immunity to a particular dis- serves a different purpose than ease – let your doctor know. In gen- urgent care does. Preventive care eral, we want to be sure patients get is intended to help keep you a flu vaccine every year, aTdap vac- healthy throughout your life.” cine every 10 years – which is im- Learn More portant because of a resurgence in pertussis, or whooping cough – a To register for the seminar on meningococcal vaccine if they are Tuesday, March 17, or to learn young people heading off to live in more about seminars offered by college dorms, a shingles vaccine if Washington Hospital, visit they are over age 60, and two differ- www.whhs.com and click on ent pneumonia vaccines if they are “Upcoming Health Seminars” or over age 65 or have significant call (800) 963-7070. chronic health issues such as lung or heart disease or asthma. There may For help in finding a primary care be other vaccines that people physician who can discuss your should receive if they are traveling health risks and the appropriate outside the country or if they work in health care.” screenings, visit www.whhs.com Dr. Parmley notes that physi- and click on the tab for “Find My cians also may offer counseling Physician,” or visit the Washington during a preventive care exam on Township Medical Foundation general health factors such as website at www.mywtmf.com.

continued from page 3 Washington Hospital Excels in Nationally Recognized Nursing Performance Standards Bowron’s report to the Board patients do not tend to develop of Directors covered Washington skin ulcers.” Hospital’s performance on Nurs- • The number of patients falls ing Sensitive Indicators for the with moderate to severe injury— quarter ending December 2014. Patient falls have decreased in the Results were compared with the past year after an action plan was Hospital’s performance for the implemented. The Hospital has previous four quarters, beginning had zero falls in three of the last in October 2013, as well as data five quarters. from other hospitals in the state “We have a multi-faceted plan and across the country. High- to prevent patient falls, including lights of the report included: purchasing low boy beds, increas- • How much time registered ing the monitoring of high risk nurses on the Medical/Surgical patients, improving early identifi- unit spent with their patients— cation of high risk patients and Washington Hospital patients enhancing staff education,” were cared for by RNs for a sig- Bowron stated. nificantly longer period of time The Hospital has also performed each day (between 8.4 and 9 better than national and statewide hours) compared with the bench- benchmarks for most of the last five mark for hospitals around the quarters in preventing central line- country (6.2 hours). associated bloodstream infections • The percentage of patients who and catheter-associated urinary tract get a pressure ulcer while in the infections. hospital—For the past five quar- “We take our commitment to ters, no patient in Washington the Nursing Sensitive Indicators Hospital’s Medical/Surgical and very seriously,” concluded Critical Care units has suffered a Bowron. “And, we are proud of stage II or above pressure ulcer. our nurses for their hard work This is notably better than the and persistence in providing safe, national NDNQI benchmark, high quality care for patients at which ranges from 1.1 percent to Washington Hospital.” 1.2 percent of patients in Med- ical/Surgical units and 4.3 per- Learn more. cent to 5.3 percent of patients in Critical Care. To find out more, visit the following websites to access online data- “We have a comprehensive ap- bases: www.calnoc.org, www.nurs- proach to preventing pressure ul- ingquality.org or cers for our patients,” explained www.jointcommission.org. Bowron. “That includes turning For more information about quality patients frequently, doing regular initiatives at Washington Hospital, skin assessments, checking their go to www.whhs.com. Click on nutrition status and more. As a “About Us” and select result of all of these things, our “Quality Initiatives.” Start Smart Teen Driver SUBMITTED BY NATHAN SILVA

On March 23, the California Highway Patrol and the Castro Valley Library present Start Smart: Teen Driver Program. CHP officers will discuss traffic collision avoidance techniques, collision causing factors, driver/parent responsibilities and seatbelt usage. Additionally, testi- monies will be provided by officers who have investigated fatal colli- sions involving teens and by family members who have lost love ones in traffic collisions. The Start Smart program is a driver safety education class which targets new and future licensed teenage drivers between the ages of 15 - 19 and their parents/guardians. To register, please contact the Castro Valley Library (510) 667-7900 or the California Highway Patrol (510) 581-9028.

Start Smart Teen Driving Monday, Mar 23 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley Register: (510) 667-7900 / (510) 581-9028 Free Page 6 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015 New bus service to Avaya Stadium

SUBMITTED BY SANTA CLARA VALLEY after the game ends. Stops will be TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY made along Coleman Avenue, Market Street and Santa Clara Avaya Stadium is the new Street, with a stop at the Market home of the San Jose Earth- shopping center. After the event, quakes. Located at 1123 Cole- please catch the bus along Earth- man Avenue across the street quake Way. from Mineta San Jose Interna- Both Line 10 and 231 are an tional Airport, Avaya Stadium is easy connection to VTA Light served by Santa Clara Valley Rail. It’s convenient to leave your Transportation Authority (VTA) car at one of the many Park-n- Line 10 and now, the all new Ride lots in the county and hop on Line 231. light rail. Line 10 connects to the Line 231’s special game-day Santa Clara Caltrain Station for service will operate from First and those traveling to the game via Santa Clara streets in downtown Caltrain. For more information, San Jose to the front door of the visit www.vta.org/getting- stadium two hours before the around/event-service/avaya-sta- start of the game and one hour dium.

SUBMITTED BY JEFF BLISS “The musical is written about the Dominican and Puerto Rican-American neighborhood of Washington California State University, East Bay’s (CSUEB) Heights, but it transcends the specific ethnicity. It is the Theatre and Dance Department will mount a pro- classic American immigrant story, the story of a com- duction of the Tony award-winning musical “In the munity that is under pressure, one that is changing, Heights,” March 13–15. Tickets are on sale at growing, and transforming,” said Professor Darryl V. www.csueastbaytickets.com. Jones, director of the CSUEB production. “In the Heights,” the 2008 Tony award winner Jones also noted that the Bay Area’s own diversity for Best Musical as well as three other categories, is reflected in the production. “Made up of Cal was written by composer Lin-Manuel Miranda and State East Bay Theatre and Dance students, guest playwright Quiara Alegria Hudes. The first musical artists from Foothill College, San Jose State, and written by and about Latinos to win a Tony award, others from throughout the Bay Area, our talented “In the Heights” tells the story of a vibrant commu- cast reflects the lively diversity of our local commu- nity on the brink of change in New York City’s nity and our own ‘Pioneer Heights,’ ” Jones said. Washington Heights neighborhood, and explores In the Heights themes such as the pressures of reaching for one’s Friday, Mar 13 and Saturday, Mar 14 dreams and the struggle to keep traditions alive. 8 p.m. “In the Heights” broke new ground on Broadway Sunday, Mar 15 by interweaving rap dialogue with Latin American 2 p.m. dance and music. The musical score is a mix of salsa, California State University, East Bay merengue, hip-hop, breakdancing, and traditional 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward Broadway musical numbers. This fusion of dance and www.csueastbaytickets.com musical styles reflects the diversity of the Washington (510) 885-3118 Heights community that the story is set in. $10 - $20 Subscribe today. We deliver. United for better 39737 Paseo Padre Parkway Suite B, Fremont, CA 94538 510-494-1999 fax 510-796-2462 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com parenting Subscription Form q 12 Months for $75 SUBMITTED BY FREMONT UNIFIED STUDENT STORE PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY q Renewal - 12 months for $50 To empower parents to be more effective in parenting, school q q q Date: Check Credit Card Cash organizations including Fremont Unified School District (FUSD), Fremont Council Parent Teachers Association (FCPTA), City of Fremont Youth and Family Services, Fremont Education Founda- Name: Credit Card #: tion, other school-parent groups, community organizations and in- dividuals are coming together to form United for Better Parenting Card Type: Coalition (UBPC). Address: UBPC is inviting representatives from every FUSD school to or- ganize discussion forums, which address important parenting top- Exp. Date: Zip Code: ics. A meeting will be held at the FUSD District Office on City, State, Zip Code: Saturday, March 14. If you’d like to participate, please contact your PTA or FUSS at [email protected]. Delivery Name & Address if different from Billing: Participants will finalize the parent topics, including academic Business Name if applicable: success, social/behavioral wellness, physical wellness, and emo- tional/mental wellness. q q Home Delivery Mail United for Better Parenting Coalition Meeting Saturday, Mar 14 Phone: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. FUSD District Office 4210 Technology Dr, Fremont E-Mail: Authorized Signature: (Required for all forms of [email protected] payment) www.fuss4schools.org March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 7

BY SARA GIUSTI paign walks, where Superintend- memorized. Sponsored by PHOTOS COURTESY OF ent Dobbs, teachers, administra- Chabot College and HUSD, the tors, and staff go door-to-door festival will be held at Chabot HAYWARD UNIFIED throughout Hayward’s neighbor- College’s Little Theatre and is free SCHOOL DISTRICT hoods speaking to parents about and open to the public. Made in Hayward and school ac- Prizes will be awarded to stu- ublic speaking has long tivities; a Community Kick-Off dents based on grade level. First been hailed as a top fear for Breakfast just took place on Feb- place winners in high school will Timing Belt Special Timing Belt Pmany, but Hayward Uni- ruary 27. The breakfast connects receive an educational scholarship fied School District (HUSD) is With Water Pump/Collant & Labor educational and community lead- of $350; first place middle school $269 4 Cyl. Plus Tax tackling this fear head on with ers in planning the Cradle to Ca- winners will receive $200; and $359 4 Cyl. Plus Tax their second annual “Made in 6 Cyl. Plus Tax reer Education Summit in April, first place elementary school win- $369 4 Cyl. Plus Tax Hayward Oratorical Festival” $459 a community forum to discuss ners will receive $100. Second Includes Timing Belt Honda /Toyota/Nissan Factory/OEM Parts later this month. 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[email protected] www.thefremontrotaryclub.org $20/Buffet lunch Lions host St. Patrick’s ‘Not My Life’ Day dinner documentary SUBMITTED BY THE SUBMITTED BY SUZANNE BARBA CASTRO VALLEY/EDEN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE A screening of “Not My Life,” a 2011 documentary film written, produced, and directed by Robert Bilheimer, will be held on Tuesday, March 10 at the Castro Valley Library. Join us for the 15th annual “Corned Beef “Not My Life” is the first film to depict the cruel and dehu- and Cabbage Dinner” hosted by the Castro manizing practices of human trafficking and modern slavery Valley Breakfast Lions Club. There will be on a global scale. Filmed on five continents in a dozen coun- great raffle prizes and an unbelievable silent tries, “Not My Life” takes viewers into a world where mil- auction. All proceeds benefit Lions Club lions of children are exploited every day through an Charities of the Bay Area, Castro Valley astonishing array of practices, including forced labor, domes- schools, and local community groups. For tic servitude, sexual violence and child soldiering. The tickets call Rudy at (510) 538-6020 or Joe at screening is sponsored by the American Association of Uni- (510) 581-2897. Tickets may also be pur- DID YOU KNOW? versity Women and the Castro Valley Library. For more in- chased at The Cobblers, 22443 Foothill formation, call (510) 667-7900. Without new Car replacement endorsement Boulevard in Hayward. you couldlose money within six months of “Not My Life” Film Screening Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner Tuesday, Mar 10 purchase if accident should occur Saturday, Mar 14 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. THINK MELLO INSURANCE Castro Valley Library, Chabot Room Castro Valley Moose Hall 3600 Norbridge Ave, Castro Valley 510-790-1118 #OB84518 20835 Rutledge Rd, Castro Valley (510) 667-7900 (510) 538-6020 www.insurancemsm.com www.hcv-ca.aauw.net Tickets: $20 adults, Free $15 children (under 12) Page 8 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015 History

raveling entertainers oc- city and country dancing brought light was seen in the back room casionally visited local down the house. The side show in the saloon of Reiss and Com- T towns. A troupe that did a good business, and it was pany by a person from Hayward’s came through in June 1894 in- well worth a quarter of a dollar to who had attended the circus. The cluded two men, a woman, a lit- see the curiosities. The concert editor of the Hayward’s Journal tle girl, and a pack of dogs. The was a success.” wrote, “Centerville had a careless program consisted of throwing a The circus apparently left chap who visited the circus here lasso, making bridles with a single town on Sunday, taking between last Saturday night and forgot to

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ance in which they did everything $1,500 and $2,000 the residents blow his lamp out, and it cost the horses could do, or be expected paid to see the shows. They sim- town just $25,000. That was to do. The performance was ply packed up and moved on for costly trip to the circus.” nearly two and a half hours long their next performance, but the We just happen to have and kept a “good crowd for Cen- excitement for Centerville was records of these circus events at terville” in high spirits and expec- not over. Centerville. There were probably tation. “Barney” and “Tommy” Fire broke out about one o’- many other events for which we were Belmont stock and “Jack,” clock Monday morning in the have no record. the white, did the clown’s part to lower story of a Centerville hall perfection. The last act, in which occupied upstairs by the order of Tommy and Jack performed on a United Friends of the Pacific; see-saw, showed great intelligence flames raged through part of on the part of the animals. town. It is said the fire started in A traveling circus came to the lower story of the building Centerville in September 1887 occupied by John Reiss & Co. as and brought a sense of wonder a saloon. The saloon keeper was and enjoyment to many. A local absent and knew nothing of it reporter wrote: until the building had burned to “The town was filled with the ground. A one-story building people Saturday and the excite- belonging to Samuel Sandholdt ment was next door to a Fourth and occupied by John Michelson of July celebration. A small boy as a saloon was also consumed. stayed with the circus all day. He Fire enveloped and destroyed the was there at each performance, store of William Haley and and is no doubt trying to per- caused almost total loss of its form some of the difficult tricks contents: dry goods, groceries in the back-yard. The show was a and general merchandise. The good one. The entire seating ca- shoe shop of William Lucia was PHILIP HOLMES pacity was filled, and there must in flames and torn down by the have been nearly 1500 under the energetic citizens to prevent fur- PEEK INTO THE PAST canvas. The audience was greatly ther destruction. This tactic amused over the peculiar antics of proved successful. Total loss was www.museumoflocalhistory.org the clown, and the local hits estimated to be about $25,000. caused a roar of laughter. The ex- Cause of the fire was an active Photos courtesy of The Museum of Local History hibition of the difference between topic of conversation for days. A March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE PagePage 9 9

Alameda County Water District builds a stronger water portfolio hen ACWD formed acre-feet of water. This represents We also could 100 years ago, our enough water for our entire serv- save money on con- W water came from two ice area for three years. The ca- struction by siting sources – Alameda Creek and the pacity meets our long-term goal the plant near one of aquifers of the Niles Cone ground- of having no more than a 10 per- the pumping sta- water basin. Later, we were able to cent shortage in available supplies tions where we al- purchase additional water from San during critically dry years. Be- ready discharged brackish water Francisco after completion of the tween 1996 and 2009, we banked from the lower aquifers. Addi- Hetch Hetchy system. surplus water from our state allo- tional design elements would save Those supplies served us well cation and in 2014 we were able the District even more money, so until local demand mushroomed to withdraw from that reserve we incorporated energy recovery with growth in the 1950s. We during the drought. This im- facilities and designed it as an un- worked with the State to supple- proved our ability to meet local manned facility to be monitored ment the water we had. This cul- demand without resorting to and operated from the Mission minated in the South Bay more stringent conservation re- San Jose Water Treatment Plant. Aqueduct, part of the State Water quirements for our customers. We broke ground for the plant Project; it became a significant Another way we improved our in 2001 at a site at the end of component of our water supply. water reliability was with the Cherry Street in Newark. The fa- In recent years, State Water Newark Desalination Facility. cility was completed in 2003 and Project supplies have become This plant removes salt from the expanded in 2010. more unreliable as California’s brackish water that exists in por- Our plant now has the capac- population, industry and tions of our groundwater basin. ity to desalinate 12 million gal- agribusiness have grown, and Bay water seeped into the lower lons a day. The high-quality more interests compete for the aquifers of the basin in the early drinking water it produces adds same water in dry years. To better years of this District’s history to our water portfolio and is a serve our customers, we’ve sought when too much pumping and more reliable source of supply supplemental sources that are not enough recharge took place. when other sources are cut back. more reliable – and that we have Brackish water in the shallow The newest approach to im- more control over. aquifers can be flushed out with proving our water reliability is a It took a state law in 1913 be- an infusion of groundwater, but water-transfer arrangement with fore unincorporated counties it’s trapped in the deeper aquifers. Contra Costa Water District. Last could create their own water dis- We have been pumping out that year we purchased 5,000 acre-feet tricts. Eighty years later it took a salty water since the 1970s and of water storage in their Los Va- change in state water policy be- discharging it back into San Fran- queros Reservoir. During the fore water districts could store cisco Bay. summer of 2014 – in one of the water outside their service areas. As part of the long-range plan- worst droughts in the state’s his- We looked for a reservoir or ning that went into developing tory – we withdrew the stored groundwater basin where we the Integrated Resource Plan in water, which represented about Sons In Retirement is a nonprofit public benefit corporation could store wet-year excess water the 1990s, we considered adding 15 percent of the District’s an- for retired men. SIR Branch 59 is one of over 100 SIR branches from our State Water Project allo- a desalination plant which could nual water supply. This approach located throughout Northern California meets at noon on the cation (or extra water we could turn undrinkable water into a to short-term water storage third Thursday of each month at the Newark Pavilion. Every purchase) and withdraw it during “new” and relatively inexpensive showed the value of regional co- meeting features a guest speaker from the community. Speakers dry years when cutbacks occurred local supply. operation and will be explored have included college professors, police officers, retired SF Giant in our imported supplies. We chose a reverse osmosis sys- further in coming years. and 49er players, and even the editor of TCV. Twice a year the The alternative that best met tem for the plant, which produces As the District continues to meeting is open to spouses – the May sweetheart luncheon and the our needs was the Semitropic a salty concentrate (brine). State seek opportunities to expand its December Holiday Luncheon. The goal of Branch 59 and all other Groundwater Banking Program and federal fish and wildlife agen- water portfolio, it also is faced SIR branches throughout Northern California is to provide an av- in Kern County, and we began cies responsible for issuing permits with the daunting task of upgrad- enue for men to have fun in their retirement years. Activities in- storing water there in the early for us to discharge the brine said ing an aging and seismically vul- clude golf, bowling, walking, computer club, sports, bridge, 1990s. Since then, we have been that the habitat of the estuary nerable system. Next month we’ll reading, and much more. able to triple our original amount would actually be enhanced by the take a look at our efforts to deal Two of the more popular activities are bowling and golf. Members of storage capacity to 150,000 proposed discharge. with these pressing issues. bowl once a week and participate in about 20 tournaments a year. Tournament days usually begin with a breakfast meeting followed by Education Technology Symposium travel to the tournament, sometimes as far as Reno. Some branches allow women to join them in bowling. rate technology in the classroom. petition, will share her project at SUBMITTED BY COLEEN MATSUNO SIR branch 59 is NCGA certified and plays golf weekly at Sunol. Currently, there are 48 projects the event as well. They attend state tournaments about seven times a year. To find more with more than 100 students Milpitas Community Educa- information about the SIR golf group, visit their website at participating. Come see Anima- Education Technology tion Endowment (MCEE) and www.sirstategolf.com. The golfers travel to Reno, Las Vegas, Solvang, tion; Stairs to Mars; Microscopic Symposium Milpitas Unified School District and the Monterey area for their tournaments. The standard format is World; Building an Earthquake- Saturday, Mar 14 (MUSD) are partnering to present scramble, but there is also individual play and 2-man best ball. Ladies Safe Building; Recycling in For- 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. the “3rd Annual Education Tech- (with NCGA handicaps) have a separate tournament at the state tour- eign Countries; Life on an Alien Milpitas High School Learning nology Symposium” (formerly nament, always a scramble format. The average handicap for the SIR Planet; and other student proj- Center MUSD Technology Showcase) on golfers statewide is mid-20s. Saturday, March 14 at the new ects in the area of science, tech- 1285 Escuela Pkwy, Milpitas SIR branch 59 is always looking for new members Milpitas High School (MHS) nology, engineering, art and [email protected] If interested, visit the SIR websit www.sirinc.org or Learning Center. math. Student Parneet Sandhu, www.mceefoundation.weebly.com Call Rob Ingebretson 510-657-7828 The purpose of the event is to who won first place at Google- Free highlight projects that incorpo- PBS NewsHour’s Zeitgeist com- Page 10 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

Fremont Chamber holds successful Bowl-A-Thon SUBMITTED BY CINDY BONIOR

Over 40 people gathered at Cloverleaf Bowl on February 21 to raise money for the Fremont Chamber of Commerce’s “Dollars for Scholars” program. The Bowl-A-Thon funds are used to assist local high school students who are heading off to college. Over $4,600 was raised by the event for this program. Special thanks to the teams from Mission San Jose High School, American High School, Fremont Uni- fied School District central office, the Fremont Kiwanis Club and the teams put together by Chamber Board members Dan Smith and Ken Ariathurai.

Circus World committed to Cardinal keeping elephants in acts Health AP WIRE SERVICE checks out prospective performers to ensure they properly care for offers to BARABOO, Wis. (AP), Cir- elephants. cus World, with its roots in the Longtime ringmaster and per- buy J&J Ringling Bros., says it’s commit- formance director Dave SaLoutos ted to keeping elephants in its said it’s usually clear when an ele- unit for shows in Baraboo. phant is unhappy. The parent company of Rin- “You look at the animals first about gling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey and foremost, how are the ani- Circus announced plans Thurs- mals in appearance, how are their $1.94B day to eliminate elephants from feet, how is their grooming, do they look like they’re well-fed,’’ its circus performances by 2018. AP WIRE SERVICE Feld Entertainment says some SaLoutos said. cities and counties have passed Hannah West with Alliance NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. “anti-circus’’ and “anti-elephant’’ for Animals and the Environment (AP), Cardinal Health is offering ordinances, making touring diffi- said she was amazed by Feld En- to buy a unit of Johnson & John- cult with changing regulations. tertainment’s decision, and that it son that makes heart devices for Baraboo was home to the Rin- sends a message that animals approximately $1.94 billion. gling Bros. when they began their aren’t meant for entertainment. Johnson & Johnson’s Cordis first tour as a circus in 1884. ‘The way that these animals business, which is based in Fre- Today, Circus World continues are trained is not by bribing them mont, California, had 2014 revenue big top shows with performers with peanuts or anything, the of about $780 million. The U.S. is from all over the world. way that you train your dog, be- its biggest single market, but 70 Executive director Scott O’- cause they’re wild animals.’’ West percent of total sales come from Donnell said Circus World has a said. “They can’t be trained un- outside the U.S. Cordis has opera- great environment for the ele- less they’re made afraid of some- tions in more than 50 countries, in- phants and an exemplary record thing, unless they’re harmed and cluding China, Japan, Germany, for keeping them safe. The ele- they’re hurt.’’ Italy, France, the U.K. and Brazil. phants are the museum’s most Kenneth Feld, who runs Feld Cardinal Health expects the popular attraction, he said. Entertainment, told The Associ- proposed deal to add more than “We are very committed to hav- ated Press that the elephant act 20 cents per share to its fiscal ing elephants here with us as long as retirement plan for Ringling 2017 adjusted earnings. This in- we are able to do that,’’ he said. Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Cir- cludes the cost of an incremental O’Donnell told WKOW-TV cus wasn’t made in response to 7 cents to 8 cents per share of in- (http://bit.ly/18lXCvv) state and critics. terest expense associated with fi- federal inspectors visit the circus Information from: WKOW-TV, nancing it. regularly. He said Circus World http://www.wkow.com The acquisition is targeted to close toward the end of the year, if Johnson & Johnson accepts the offer. NASCAR The Cordis business will re- port to Don Casey, CEO of Car- dinal Health’s medical segment, announces effort once the acquisition is complete. ``This initiative is part of our ongoing disciplined portfolio to promote management approach to focus on our most promising opportu- nities to help patients and drive math, science growth,’’ Gary Pruden, World- wide Chairman of Johnson & BY KIMBERLY HEFLING and he hopes that bringing race Johnson’s global surgery group, AP EDUCATION WRITER cars into science discussions will said in a statement. spark interest. Cardinal Health Inc. expects WASHINGTON (AP), It takes Edwards said that with every cost savings of more than $100 a lot of geometry and physics to get lap, scientific data is involved, million annually by the end of a race car to go 200 laps at speeds from tracking the statistical fiscal 2018. The Dublin, Ohio- that can top 200 mph. probability of crashing at dif- based company said Monday that In a nod to the often over- ferent parts of the race to the it plans to finance the proposed looked science behind races like amount of fuel used by the en- deal with a combination of $1 Sunday’s Daytona 500, NASCAR gine at different speeds in vari- billion in new senior unsecured announced Friday a commitment ous throttle positions. notes and existing cash. to promote “STEM’’ – the buzz- Although he said he still uses Johnson & Johnson is based word for science, technology, en- the science and math he learned in New Brunswick, New Jersey. gineering and math – inside in school, Edwards wishes he’d classrooms and out. learned even more. The NASCAR Acceleration “You can take any part of teachers can also go online to Nation initiative focuses on the the car and talk about how it download the material and view three D’s of speed – downforce, was engineered and why it’s de- online demonstrations. The ef- drafting and drag – and in- signed the way it is to interact fort includes a website for fans cludes instructional materials with the rest of the race car, with math and other games and for teachers. and there’s a physics or a math an interactive play area that The effort is a way for or a science lesson in any of children and teens can visit on NASCAR to show the fun side that,’’ he said. race days. of engineering and math and to As part of the initiative, NASCAR’s effort is part of a encourage fans to view NASCAR partnered with pub- larger push in both the private NASCAR in a new way, said lisher Scholastic Corp. to de- and public sector to promote Brent Dewar, NASCAR’s chief velop fact sheets and quizzes STEM out of concern for the operating officer. primarily for middle school nation’s global competitiveness “A lot of people see cars racing teachers focused on aerodynam- and because of strong projected and they love the sport for the ics. An example of topics ad- job growth in those fields. sporting element of cars winning, dressed: Why can race cars in a Michael Lynch, a NASCAR and racing and passing,’’ Dewar drafting formation lined up be- executive involved with the ef- said. ``Behind all of that is pure hind each other go faster than fort, said NASCAR is tracking science. It’s the horse power, and cars moving solo? (The answer how students do on a quiz be- it’s drag and it’s aerodynamics.’’ is that the air acts like a vac- fore and after using the mate- Driver Carl Edwards was a uum and sucks trailing cars for- rial, so they can see what works substitute teacher in Columbia, ward; leading cars also get a and what needs to be changed. Missouri, long before he became boost because the trailing cars NASCAR wouldn’t say how known for his back-flip off cars push high-pressure air over the much it’s spending on the after winning races. For him, one leading cars’ spoilers.) STEM-related activities. of the biggest teaching challenges About 7,400 kits will be Online: http://www.accelera- was keeping students’ attention, mailed to teachers initially, but tionnation.com/ March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 11 A to F: Development Along Mission Boulevard Slows Traffic

2011 General Plan Mission Blvd. is used as a proved since December 2011. least two cars per household - either use the ITE standards. In December of 2011, a new morning commute route from There are over 1,100 more in the two commuters or one commuter • Revoke the policy that if an in- General Plan was adopted which cities to the north headed down approval process. And Ohlone and one school transporter. tersection is already bad, the de- increased allowable residential to Silicon Valley. The Niles College plans to lease its Mission If the city has already desig- velopment has to make it a whole density of parcels along Mission Canyon and the Mowry intersec- Blvd. frontage land for 300 apart- nated a traffic intersection as hav- lot worse in order for the project Boulevard. It was approved de- tions with Mission Blvd. were al- ments. That’s potentially 1,700 to ing an unacceptable LOS, the to be denied for traffic reasons. spite a traffic impact study show- ready rated as E or F in 2011. 3,400 more cars that will be development won’t be denied for • Stop allowing General Plan ing that the traffic Level of Morning commuters trying to added to the already congested traffic reasons unless “the addi- Land Use Amendments that in- Service (LOS) along Mission reach I-680 combine with parents commute and school traffic. By tion of the project causes the in- crease density for small parcels for Blvd. will drop from A down to F taking their children to Hopkins 2020, when all these units are tersection average control delay a single development - use GPA’s by at least 2035. Junior High or Mission San Jose completed, the traffic LOS will to increase by more than 4 sec- only for projects with a Master Parcels that are currently des- High School. That slowdown was near an F. onds per vehicle.” Plan like the Downtown Center ignated as Commercial or Low rated C back in 2011. Each proposed development is Changes to traffic controls on or the Warm Springs/South Fre- Density Residential can easily be Afternoon and evening com- subject to a traffic impact review. Mission Blvd. are subject to Cal- mont area. changed to Medium Density muters on northbound I-680 But developers are not held respon- trans approval and the city uses • Require that the density of Residential. Developers just re- often get off at Mission Blvd- sible for the cumulative impact of that to justify why they don’t parcels of less than two acres be quest a General Plan Land Use South and use Mission Blvd. to new housing along the streets. hold developers responsible for in the lower 10% of the density Amendment (GPA). So there reach I-680 Mission Blvd-North Fremont uses the Institute of traffic problems. range designated for that area. could be even more new housing in order to skip the stoppage on Transportation Engineers (ITE) What Can We than is planned for in the 2011 I-680 between those inter- standards for traffic studies. The Do About This? • No longer allow small parcels to General Plan. changes. This clogs the streets in trip generation calculation gives a Mission Blvd. is just one ex- be developed as planned districts The Current Traffic Mission San Jose each workday. lower rate for townhouses than for ample of the impact that new res- - set a minimum parcel size rather Situation Ohlone College students and single-family houses of the same idential developments will have than leave it up to the City Mission Blvd. runs from I-680 staff have to deal with an over- square footage or number of bed- on the future traffic in Fremont. Council. in Warm Springs through the loaded street. The parents of stu- rooms. And even for single-family New housing isn’t the only prob- • Use the cumulative impact of Mission San Jose district. It con- dents in the many schools in houses, they say that it will gener- lem, but keeping new housing to recently approved and proposed tinues north as State Route 238 Mission San Jose also join the ate, at most, one car trip per house. a minimum can be part of the so- developments as part of the traf- from the I-680 Mission Blvd- queue. All of the approved units are lution. What can we do? fic impact study. North interchange up to the Fre- New Housing large traditional single-family • Have Fremont’s traffic impact mont - Union City border and Developments houses or just-as-large three-story studies rate townhouses the www.ShapeOurFremont.com beyond. Mission Blvd. is under Over 300 housing units along townhouses. They have three to five same as single-family houses - the jurisdiction of Caltrans. Mission Blvd. have been ap- bedrooms and will likely generate at look at bedrooms and not just UPS honors Cargill donates salt and funds to rescue wildlife employees for SUBMITTED BY JILL SINGLETON IBR’s wildlife hospital is a triage safety record center for shorebirds, and waterfowl When Cargill Environmental Health & that are rescued in the field by IBR’s SUBMITTED BY Safety Manager Sean Riley learned of a myste- carefully trained volunteers and staff. Dozens of volunteers, including two DAN MCMACKIN rious pollutant affecting waterfowl in the Central San Francisco Bay near San Leandro veterinarians and several veterinarian technicians, work around the clock, UPS (United Parcel Service) and Alameda, his first thought was to see carefully hand-cleaning the birds – a recently announced that 138 elite what Cargill could do to help International multi-step, days-long process that in- drivers from California are Bird Rescue (IBR), a non-profit environmen- cludes confinement in specially-modi- among 1,445 newly inducted tal first-responder organization. fied baby cribs as well as above worldwide into the Circle of In the past, Cargill has donated salt for the ground pools. Honor, an honorary organization IBR’s rehabilitation tanks at its Fairfield Through careful handling, the IBR for UPS drivers who have wildlife rehabilitation center, located 50 miles was able to save more than 200 of the achieved 25 or more years of acci- away from Cargill’s salt production operations 325 rescued birds, with “hospital” dent-free driving. in the South San Francisco Bay. This year, stays lasting several weeks. Those recognized Cargill again delivered salt, two pallets of (Left to right): Sean Riley, Cargill Environmental, Health & For more information, visit locally are: water conditioning pellets, and stepped in Safety Manager; Barbara Callahan; Cargill.com Hilario Magallanes and with a $2,000 donation. Interim Executive Director IBR; Russ Curtis, IBR volunteer Jim Sanchez of Castro Valley Thomas Dougherty of Fremont Union City celebrates Emerio Torres of Hayward Ken Van Trease of Livermore 10 years of compost giveaways Jeromy McCoy, Gary Philips, SUBMITTED BY TRI-CED COMMU- duction of food scrap recycling in Union City. scrap recycling and composting in Union Rodney Reed and NITY RECYCLING, REPUBLIC SERVICES, For the first time, residents were encouraged City. Michael Stowers of Oakland to place their leftover food items and food- If you are a Union City resident with green AND CITY OF UNION CITY Steven Purpura of Pleasanton soiled paper products into the green waste waste cart service, simply bring the coupon on cart for weekly curbside collection. Food the address panel of the quarterly newsletter John Burgess of San Leandro For the tenth year in a row, Tri-CED scraps and other organics are heavy and bulky, that you should receive in the mail, to collect Community Recycling and Republic Services Keith Barros of San Lorenzo making up a large portion of the residential your two free bags of compost. It’s a lot of fun are joining with the City of Union City in “My thanks go to all of them waste stream. Keeping this material out of our and we guarantee you’ll really “dig” it!” hosting a compost giveaway and electronic for their dedication and focus, landfill and converting it into compost helps waste drop-off event. This year’s event is and for the countless lives they’ve us to reduce waste. Union City Compost Giveaway scheduled for Saturday, March 28 at Tri-CED saved,” said Jerry Mattes, presi- The annual compost giveaway is our way Saturday, Mar 28 in Union City. When gates open at 9 a.m., dent, UPS West Region. UPS’s of saying “thank you” for participating in the 9 a.m. Union City residents who subscribe to green 102,000 drivers are among the food scrap recycling program. Over the years, Tri-CED waste cart service will be able to drive through safest on the roads, logging more residents have taken home more than 30,000 33377 Western Ave at Pacific, Union City and collect two free bags of nutrient-rich than 3 billion miles a year and bags of compost, making it one of the City’s (510) 471-3850 compost, perfect for planting or gardening. delivering more than 4 billion most popular and environmentally friendly www.tri-ced.org The idea for the compost giveaway origi- packages safely. community events. So please, join us on Green waste cart coupon required nated back in 2006, shortly after the intro- March 28 as we celebrate 10 years of food

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LETTERS POLICY The Tri-City Voice welcomes letters to the editor. Letters must be signed and include an address and daytime tele- phone number. Only the writer’s name will be pub- lished. Letters that are 350 words or fewer will be give preference. Letters are sub- ject to editing for length, grammar and style. trici- [email protected] BY DAVID R. NEWMAN

What started out as portable tions, from ski shelters to work- housing for Mongolian nomads shops to retreat centers to art stu- has today become the shelter of dios to meditation rooms. And choice for those seeking an af- they are ideal for people in tran- fordable way to live closer to na- sition, or “modern nomads,” ture. Introducing the yurt! often set up as a temporary or Today, several state parks and even primary dwelling. “glamping” sites feature yurts, So what makes a yurt a yurt? among them areTreebones Re- A yurt is a round, tent-like struc- Above: Photo courtesy of Rainier Yurts Left: Photo courtesy of Mandala Homes quakes, strong winds, and heavy can be energy independent, using snow loads.” solar power or other alternative The yurt first appeared in green forms of energy. “It creates North America in the sixties, a very efficient, large space with primarily as a teaching and the minimal amount of materials community-building tool. Later and resources, which is why the it was developed as a camping traditional yurt was called an ar-

sort in Big Sur and Yosemite ture using a circular lattice “Eye of God” to the sheep Lakes near Yosemite. These mod- framework, a tension band encir- herders that called it home). In ern camping shelters are semi- cling the perimeter, and roof her book “Yurts: Living in the permanent, built on platforms, rafters that spiral out from an Round,” Becky Kemery explains, and can feature many upgrades, inner central ring. This unique “This gives the yurt an uncom- including built in bathrooms, architectural design allows the mon feeling of spaciousness and kitchens, appliances, a stove, and cone-shaped roof to span with- uplift. The roof design also cre- even cable TV. out the need of internal support, ates an incredibly strong and re- Yurts are highly versatile and and a central skylight allows light silient structure that is uniquely can be used for a variety of func- in from the top (known as the equipped to withstand earth-

Above: Photo courtesy of Pacific Yurts Inc. www.yurts.com Left: Photo courtesy of Mandala Homes

shelter by Alan Bair at Pacific chitectural wonder by Architec- Yurts, Inc. New technologies tural Digest,” says Bair. were introduced, including ar- Several companies sell tradi- chitectural fabrics, milled lum- tional and modern yurt kits, with ber, NASA space insulation, easy set-up instructions. Prices and steel cable. Its portable na- range anywhere from $1,000 to ture, durability, and strength $20,000 depending on size (gener- appealed to many outdoor en- ally 8 to 30 feet in diameter) and thusiasts. upgrades. They usually take from Yurts are extremely efficient two hours to two days to put to- and highly sustainable because gether, and many people call in they can be removed without a contractors for help. Invite all trace, use recycled material, and your friends over for a yurt raising Page 14 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

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party and soon you’ll see why they are such a strong community-building tool! For those who can afford to make a larger investment, many artisans now build custom homes using the yurt model. David Raitt, who started California Yurts in 1976, uses a frame panel system that he devel- oped himself and now uses it worldwide. “Most of our designs try to keep the buildings open, with multi-round rooms that interconnect,” says Raitt. And be- cause the frame panels are interchange- able, Raitt explains that many clients “grow their yurt.” They start off small, then expand by repositioning and then adding new panels. A modern yurt home can cost any- where from $50,000 to $500,000. Many of Raitt’s structures boast multiple stories and wings that extend outward from the original hub, making them the perfect yurt family dwelling. Above: Photo courtesy of Pacific Yurts Inc. www.yurts.com Left: Photo courtesy of Mandala Homes

Above: Photo courtesy of Pacific Yurts Inc. www.yurts.com Left: Photo courtesy of Mandala Homes With all the ups and downs in the Bair cites several reasons for the yurt’s housing market, demand for yurts has allure, among them the unique experi- remained surprisingly constant. Raitt es- ence of living in a circular structure. timates that perhaps ten percent of the “Being round, it’s not something that buying public worldwide has an interest people typically experience, with all of in yurt living, and that there is still a lot the rectilinear space that we live and of room for growth within the yurt work in. It has a connection to the an- community. California remains the cient world, and I think there’s some- leader in yurt sales, followed by the Pa- thing really special about that.” cific Northwest and Canada. And so one question remains: to yurt or Raitt warns people, however, to be not to yurt? Why not try it? It is a lifestyle wary of building codes, especially in that remains as relevant today as it was California. He has seen too many cases centuries ago. where people set up a yurt, then have to For more information on Pacific Yurts, take it down because it is not up to Inc, call 1-800-944-0240 or visit code. www.yurts.com; contact California Yurts at Raitt extols the efficiency of the yurt (707) 319-3267 or visit design. “It’s possible to have a house with www.yurtpeople.com. General info can also a zero carbon footprint, made out of re- be found at www.yurtinfo.org. For vacation newable resources, and not cost anything stays, call Treebones Resort at 1-877-424- to live in. That is where yurts have evolved 4787 and Yosemite Lakes at 1-888-535-2151 over the years.” or online at www.yurtsatyosemite.com. March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 15

CASTRO VALLEY | TOTAL SALES: 08 MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 08 Highest $:1,065,000 Median $: 632,000 Highest $: 842,500 Median $: 695,000 Lowest $: 387,000 Average $: 698,750 Lowest $: 588,000 Average $: 712,125 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILT CLOSED ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 19002 Crest Avenue 94546 632,000 3 1376 1960 02-06-15 1750 Arizona Avenue 95035 588,000 3 1067 1954 02-13-15 4640 James Avenue 94546 620,000 3 1542 1950 02-09-15 1390 Coyote Creek Way 95035 842,500 3 1951 2013 02-13-15 22078 Queen Street 94546 410,000 2 984 1947 02-04-15 1396 Coyote Creek Way 95035 631,500 2 1215 2013 02-11-15 20115 Redwood Rd #10 94546 387,000 2 866 1988 02-06-15 880 Erie Circle 95035 651,000 2 1350 1984 02-11-15

5034 Tyler Lane 94546 796,000 4 2206 1964 02-10-15 951 Erie Circle 95035 710,000 2 1350 1984 02-13-15 Home Sales Report 20427 Beacon Hill Court 94552 1,065,000 4 3236 1970 02-06-15 1389 Glacier Drive 95035 745,000 5 1769 1963 02-10-15 5193 Salvia Drive 94552 930,000 4 2605 1999 02-06-15 1813 Lee Way 95035 834,000 3 1941 2013 02-10-15 18871 WCavendish Dr 94552 750,000 - 1712 1978 02-05-15 1170 Park Brook Court 95035 695,000 3 1146 1962 02-10-15 FREMONT | TOTAL SALES: 16 NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 02 Highest $: 1,550,000 Median $: 540,000 Highest $: 645,000 Median $: 541,000 Lowest $: 265,000 Average $: 641,531 Lowest $: 541,000 Average $: 593,000 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILT CLOSED ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 38024 3rd Street 94536 633,000 2 1108 1948 02-04-15 36149 Cedar Boulevard 94560 541,000 4 1360 1961 02-06-15 4675 Bianca Drive 94536 675,000 3 1107 1958 02-10-15 37843 Starflower Street 94560 645,000 4 1391 1969 02-05-15 38627 Cherry Lane #78 94536 265,000 1 623 1974 02-04-15 SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES: 09 35766 Hibiscus Avenue 94536 1,023,000 4 2365 1988 02-06-15 Highest $: 580,000 Median $: 440,000 37248 Meadowbrk Cn 302 94536 287,000 1 714 1984 02-05-15 Lowest $: 100,000 Average $: 386,444 3356 Red Cedar Tc #225 94536 325,000 2 750 1986 02-09-15 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 752 Vanda Way 94536 925,000 4 2317 1955 02-10-15 966 Donovan Drive 94577 318,000 2 832 1942 02-05-15 1980 Barrymore Cmn #Y 94538 450,000 2 991 1981 02-09-15 543 East Merle Court 94577 580,000 3 1332 1925 02-04-15 4529 Capewood Terrace 94538 540,000 3 1242 1971 02-09-15 1515 168th Avenue 94578 465,000 2 1170 1917 02-09-15 4629 Fanwood Terrace 94538 540,000 3 1242 1971 02-10-15 16006 East 14th Stt #102 94578 100,000 1 811 1987 02-05-15 3515 Langdon Common 94538 750,000 3 1637 1998 02-04-15 15789 Maubert Avenue 94578 120,000 3 1131 1974 02-06-15 4057 Margery Drive 94538 312,500 4 1632 1958 02-10-15 14947 Crosby Street 94579 440,000 3 1073 1952 02-04-15 44699 Parkmeadow Drive 94539 1,550,000 4 2844 1978 02-05-15 15219 Galt Street 94579 430,000 3 1114 1950 02-06-15 177 Wenatchee Cmn #15 94539 510,000 2 936 1987 02-10-15 15368 Sunnyhaven Street 94579 490,000 3 1169 1956 02-06-15 33780 Shallow Court 94555 872,000 3 1480 1985 02-05-15 1240 Vining Drive 94579 535,000 4 1402 1981 02-05-15 4270 Tanager Common 94555 607,000 2 1405 1985 02-06-15 SAN LORENZO | TOTAL SALES: 05 HAYWARD | TOTAL SALES: 14 Highest $: 500,000 Median $: 470,500 Highest $: 650,000 Median $: 402,000 Lowest $: 265,000 Average $: 432,700 Lowest $: 203,000 Average $: 413,964 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILT CLOSED 543 Doane Street 94580 428,000 4 1323 1950 02-06-15 1315 A Street #310 94541 249,000 2 1056 1984 02-05-15 924 Elgin Street #Q 94580 265,000 2 894 1990 02-10-15 21961 Arbor Avenue 94541 333,500 2 775 1946 02-05-15 17467 Via Anacapa 94580 470,500 3 1512 1944 02-10-15 16960 Westerman Court 94541 380,000 3 1071 1951 02-10-15 1335 Via Hermana 94580 500,000 3 1800 1955 02-04-15 26843 New Dobbel Ave 94542 605,000 4 2193 1981 02-04-15 15956 Via Marlin 94580 500,000 3 1305 1951 02-10-15 24462 Alves Street 94544 360,000 3 1180 1950 02-10-15 UNION CITY | TOTAL SALES: 07 670 Carmar Street 94544 450,000 4 1718 1956 02-05-15 Highest $: 958,500 Median $: 350,000 218 Catherine Place 94544 650,000 - - - 02-04-15 Lowest $: 299,000 Average $: 505,929 677 Dartmore Lane #347 94544 240,000 1 643 1988 02-06-15 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDSSQFT BUILTCLOSED 29627 Desert Oak Ct 23 94544 203,000 1 531 1985 02-05-15 32825 Arbor Vine Dr #18 94587 330,000 2 903 1985 02-04-15 29125 Lone Tree Place 94544 492,000 3 1386 1989 02-05-15 2171 Canary Court #3 94587 299,000 2 903 1972 02-05-15 26623 Tyrrell Avenue 94544 460,000 7 2253 1961 02-09-15 1042 Chalcedony Terrace 94587 550,000 4 1431 2006 02-06-15 27848 Coronado Way 94545 402,000 3 1119 1955 02-10-15 4404 Corto Monterey 94587 350,000 2 1054 1972 02-10-15 1924 Florida Street 94545 423,000 3 1000 1955 02-06-15 206 Galano Plaza 94587 304,000 2 710 1985 02-06-15 1315 Linfield Lane 94545 548,000 3 1285 1956 02-06-15 4197 Oliver Way 94587 750,000 4 2076 2001 02-09-15 5165 Rose Way 94587 958,500 5 2763 1997 02-06-15

Visions of Nonprofit executive Tomorrowland seminar series SUBMITTED BY SUBMITTED BY SUBMITTED BY HAYWARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ALAN GILLETTE SHARON FILIPPI The Hayward Area Historical Society (HAHS), Hayward Nonprofit Alliance and City of Hayward The Ferriss Project announces Music for Minors II (MFMII) Department of Community Services are hosting a Nonprofit Executive Seminar for the executive officer its very first Visions of Tomor- is presenting a Recorder Work- and board members of organizations. Workshops during the seminar are designed to help build the ca- rowland contest. Students are shop on Monday, March 23 at pacity of nonprofit administrators and board members to deliver programs and services that will benefit asked to address some or all of the Castro Valley School of Music Hayward area residents, particularly children, youth and individuals of low income. the following questions: (CVSOM), which is operated by The seminar fee of $400 includes lunch and other provisions. Scholarships will be available for 34 in- What do you think the world Shane Sharkey, a MFMII docent. dividuals to attend the series. Pairs of the administrator and board chair of organizations are encouraged will look like in 2065? What will Ed Sueta, a recorder teacher for to apply. Applications are available from the Hayward Nonprofit Alliance of the Hayward Chamber of cars be like? How will humans more than 25 years, will be teach- Commerce no later than Tuesday, March 10, 2015. The customized curriculum includes: communicate? What will our ing us how to play the recorder The two-day long sessions will be held on March 31 and April 7 at HAHS Center for History and major problems be? What will be using his method via a webinar. Culture. For more information, contact the Hayward Area Historical Society at (510) 581-0223. our successes? The webinar will last for 1.5 hours, Student responses can come in followed by half an hour for do- many forms, such as: cents to share their experience of Cal State East An essay, a poem, artwork, a teaching the recorder and any ques- song, a film, or a design/creation tions. Ed’s Recorder Curriculum is (mechanical or otherwise). designed to help teachers instill a Bay receives love and appreciation of music in Prizes will be awarded to the their students and to encourage best submissions at the 10-12 continued musical involvement. All grade levels, 7-9 grade levels, and SUBMITTED BY CARMEN HERLIHY $2.5 million participants will receive a recorder K-6 grade levels, respectively. and a “Be a Recorder Star” book, In March, NewPark Mall, Newark, welcomes First prize at each level is with over 50 songs to keep. back Lakshmi Shankarreddy, one of Cultural Cor- grant $100. Second prize is $50. Third You will also be entered into a ner’s favorite artists, to host a student art show prize is $25. drawing for a month’s worth of SUBMITTED BY JEFF BLISS fundraiser for Small Steps Foundation, a non-profit Submissions must be music lessons ($150) at CVSOM. organization that supports formal and informal ed- completed by April 1. Workshop participants will enjoy California State University, East Bay (CSUEB) ucation for under privileged children in India. Submissions in digital format a fun, stimulating experience has received a $2.5 million grant from the S. D. Although Shankarreddy is known for creating (text, image, music, video) must while learning how to play the Bechtel, Jr. Foundation to support development oil paintings of landscapes, still life and life-like be emailed by 12 noon on April 1 recorder, and how to help stu- and construction of the Center for Interdiscipli- portraits, one of her passions is teaching children, to: [email protected] dents do the same. This event is nary Research and Collaborative Learning (CIR- teens and adults to cultivate their creativity Each student submission will open to the public if you want to CLe), which will support STEM education on the through art. Shankareddy’s art workshops are de- be responded to and registered. bring a friend. The workshop is university’s Hayward campus. The foundation’s signed for all ages and many creative levels. The K-6 students and students that free to all MFMII docents and grant is the lead gift in a newly launched effort to display fee from the students and other dona- do not have email addresses their classroom teachers and prin- raise funds for STEM education at CSUEB. tions from the show will go to Small Steps Foun- should send their submissions via cipals of MFMII schools. There is “We are grateful that the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. dation. The art show fundraiser is free and open a parent’s or teacher’s email. a $15 fee for non-MFMII partici- Foundation continues to play a pivotal role in the to the public. For more information on Lakshmi The top 50 submissions will be pants. Please RSVP by calling development of Cal State East Bay as a leader in Shankarreddy, visit selected and then displayed at the (510) 733-1189 or via email at STEM education,” said University President Leroy www.lakshmisartworkshop.com. Visions of Tomorrowland Exhibi- [email protected]. M. Morishita. “We truly appreciate the founda- For more information on Cultural Corner ac- tion on April 4, at a location to be tion’s support for this new facility, which will sig- tivities, visit www.NewParkMall.com. announced. From these 50, awards Recorder Workshop nificantly advance the practice of STEM will be presented to the top three Monday, Mar 23 education along the entire pre-kindergarten Cultural Corner Art Fundraiser submissions in each age category. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. through college continuum. The foundation’s sup- Saturday, Mar 21 The Ferriss Project is a pro- Castro Valley School of Music port will help Cal State East Bay prepare our fu- 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. duction company and research 3300 E Castro Valley Blvd, ture leaders—and their teachers—to address the Sunday, Mar 22 institute based in Fremont, which Castro Valley complex challenges of the 21st century. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. explores and imagines what life RSVP: (510) 733-1189 “The S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation is proud to NewPark Mall, Lower level near Sears will be like fifty years from now. [email protected] partner with Cal State East Bay on this effort to 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark For questions, please email: cura- www.musicforminors2.org ensure that young people have opportunities to www.NewParkMall.com [email protected] MFMII docents: free excel in the STEM fields,” said Foundation Presi- www.lakshmisartworkshop.com Non-MFMII participants: $15 dent Lauren Dachs. Free Page 16 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015 March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 17

Pat Kite’s Garden

Polly is a gentle kitty who loves to sit on your lap for pets and TRI-CITY GARDEN CLUB MEETINGS: purrs. She's easy going and a Friends of Heirloom Flowers Work Parties - Every Tuesday - at Shinn Park, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. sweet girl. She also enjoys alone 1251 Peralta near Mowry, Fremont (510) 656-7702 time to lounge and simply be a Bring gloves and tools. - Social Hour afterward purrfect cat. Meet Polly at the Every Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Niles Rose Garden - 36501 Niles Boulevard, Fremont Hayward Animal Shelter. More Bring gloves and tools. info: (510) 293-7200. [Across Driveway from Mission Adobe Nursery] Contact Joyce Ruiz: 659-9396 AT ITE Meetings are held quarterly. Call for details P K Bam Bam is a spunky, Fremont Senior Center Garden Club First Friday of each month, 1-2 p.m. L. Patricia [Pat] Kite’s several 8-month-old pup, looking for Tanya Mendoza, Program Coordinator 510-790-6602 garden books include KISS Guide an active family with whom to Gardening, Gardening Wiz- Fremont Garden Club to run or hike. He's social ardry for Kids, Raccoons, Lady- The Fremont Garden Club meets the third Wednesday of each month, with other dogs, loves tennis bug Facts and Folklore and February - October, in members’ homes & gardens, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 balls and squeaky toys. Kids p.m. Locations are posted on the Fremont Garden Clubs’ web site at Silkworms. They may be found at www.fremontgardenclub.org or email: [email protected] Amazon.com and Alibris.com. 13+ years. Meet Bam Bam at the Hayward Animal Shelter. More info: (510) 293-7200. If you hanker to grow ferns in- BY PAT KITE teensy white flowers and repro- doors, sword ferns are recom- duce by seeds. [True ferns do not mended as a good starter. They Enrich Your Life - Become a Volunteer! I never have been a fern fan, produce flowers or seed. Repro- will spread through rhizomes, un- but one does get desperate. While duction is by spores.] derground stems and spores. You Hayward Animal Shelter walking my dogs, I inspect peo- Experts inform that asparagus probably know what spores are, www.haywardanimals.org ple’s gardens. When I espy gar- ferns are members of the lily fam- but in case you aren’t sure, look at 510-293-7200 dens or areas that look drab and ily. This means nothing to me; the back of the fronds. Those tiny 16 Barnes Court (Near Soto & Jackson) Hayward ignored, I check what plants are everybody calls it a fern and so do brown dots are spores. If given Tuesday - Saturday1pm - 5pm surviving well. I. Foliage is fine and feathery, the correct site, sword ferns can On my route, there are feisty profuse on long skinny stems that become a ground cover. Preferred ferns succeeding against apparent dangle if given the opportunity. location is moist and shady, but neglect. Noticing that asparagus The type most often seen is As- they are adaptable. Niagara Falls showers. For the years old and has over 1000 inter- ferns had red berries, which paragus sprengeri. It has light There are about 12,000 fern gardener who likes exotica, there national members. [amer- might please the birds, I forgave green fronds. Asparagus “foxtail” species. Maidenhair, Bird’s Nest are also tree ferns, reaching to 10 fernsoc.org] It has a Fiddlehead them for no ornate flowers. As fern looks like its name, upright and staghorn ferns are most com- feet tall locally and up to 66-feet forum, field trips and a Spore Ex- such, I bought a few asparagus and medium green. monly seen in stores. You can tall in New Zealand. There are change. If you lack for conversa- ferns and plopped them in semi- Sword ferns are much less grow many indoors, but my expe- even tiny water ferns. tion topics at a party, try shady difficult spaces against the graceful than asparagus ferns, but rience has been dismal. They Many folk have rose gardens, mentioning spore exchange. Gar- backyard fence. Please do not they are true ferns. Their fronds need humidity or moist air, usu- some do bonsai, and a select deners are the liveliest people, correct me, saying asparagus ferns grow from two to five feet long, ally only found in a bathroom group has fern gardens. The never lacking for something to are not truly ferns. They have and are three to five inches wide. where a household member takes American Fern Society is 100 chat about.

BY JOHNNA M. LAIRD

Jessica and Franco Pincilotti found themselves thrust into a journey 17 years ago with dark, painful nights, and no guidebook to light their path. Their son, then three, was diagnosed with autism. Doctors painted a bleak picture. Franco Pincilotti had nowhere to turn but to his faith and a diary where he poured his feelings and frustrations onto page after page. This helped him keep his cool and accomplish his Jessica Pastrana’s classroom at Mission Valley Elementary School received a technology goal of being a strong father and donation from Autism: Yesterday and Today in December 2014. family man. time he attended a friend’s wedding planned to relocate several cities With no one to teach him Autism: Yesterday and Today founders Jessica and Franco Pincilotti with their son with Giovanni. Pincilotti advised away, which would cut into Pin- Giovanni. about his son, Pincilotti used his son that they would walk out of cilotti’s time with his son. After keen observation and a stubborn the wedding if the boy hummed thought and prayer, he quit his The foundation’s commitment vanni watched his mom work on will on a foundation of religious loudly. Giovanni managed for 10 job and convinced Costco in Fre- calls for a classroom to benefit each the computer one evening, staring faith to help integrate his son, minutes before his disruptive hum- mont to hire him, where he has year, and the Pincilottis have al- at her every move. Later, while the Giovanni, into everyday life. In ming began. The two left the wed- worked now for 11 years. ready met with the Hayward Uni- Pincilottis became engrossed in a 2012 he used his diary to publish ding. Pincilotti had a brief The Autism: Yesterday and fied School District to identify a movie, he slipped into the com- a book, “Autism: Yesterday and conversation with Giovanni and Today foundation enables the Pin- special needs classroom for 2015. puter room. Without instruction, Today—Faith Never Dies,” out silently cheered that Giovanni had cilottis to purchase computer Jessica, who manages Bedrosian he accessed the computer and of a desire to help other families succeeded for 10 minutes. They equipment for public school special Tile and Stone in Hayward, esti- began working away. Today, at 20, facing autism. The book led to went back into the wedding, and education classrooms. In December mates that about $9,000 in dona- he types 95 words per minute, invitations for Pincilotti to speak this time Giovanni succeeded for 2014, they presented Jessica Pas- tion and book profits are need to knows all of the world’s countries, to organizations that included 15 minutes. trana’s classroom at Mission Valley make computer purchases. Costco their capitals, and many of their Parents Helping Parents in San From school days to bus rides to Elementary School in Fremont donations played a key role in flags, thanks to technology. Access Jose and at Chabot College. He swimming lessons, Pincilotti ob- with 14 mini iPads, complete with 2014’s purchases. to computers enriched his educa- focuses his message on creating served his son. He accompanied protective cases, a Mac Desktop Computer technology became tion, says Jessica and enabled him love, holding to hope, and stead- him on the school bus, sat with teacher’s computer, an HP scan- the foundation’s focus for several to advance beyond expectations. fastly maintaining family unity to him inside classrooms and watched ner/printer, a digital Sony camera, reasons. The Pincilottis believe Now, in addition to attending accomplish the hard work needed poolside. He identified behaviors and insurance for two years for all their son could have benefitted school, he volunteers for nonprofit to address autism. All profits that interfered with learning and Apple products. from technology in school in his agencies providing data entry. from book sales go to a founda- social acceptance then earlier years, particularly “Some kids in the special tion, established in 2014, that strategized to correct to assist with communica- needs classrooms are non-verbal,” bears the same name as the book: the behaviors. He made tion, which has not come says Jessica. “They can use tech- Autism: Yesterday and Today. games of learning and easily to him. Giovanni nology to their advantage, help- Autism refers to complex dis- incorporated laughter, did not put words to- ing them to communicate and orders of brain development even when he was ex- gether in phrases or sen- explore the world. Through the that create impairments in social hausted from his job. tences until age five; he foundation and the book, we feel interaction and verbal and non- “He is the most relied upon a card system blessed to help other children and verbal communication, accom- stubborn man I have to communicate at school parents going through similar sit- panied by restricted, repetitive ever met,” says Jessica and home, alerting adults uations that we went through.” and stereotypical behaviors. In Pincilotti about her that he was hungry, A technology fundraiser, a 2014, the Centers for Disease husband, “and that wanted water, or needed a Zumbathon, is set for March 28 Control and Prevention re- has worked to our ad- bathroom break. Recently at St. Jarlath School in Oakland, ported one in every 68 children vantage. He refused to when Jessica returned to a from 10 a.m. to noon. in the United States has autism, accept ‘can’t.’ He special needs classroom, a 30 percent increase after one found a way.” she saw the same card sys- Zumbathon in every 88 children were re- Having worked for tem in use. Saturday, Mar 28 ported to have autism, based on a bakery that afforded While school offered lit- 10 a.m. - noon 2008 data. him a schedule to tle computer experience to St. Jarlath School In the book, Pincilotti provides spend daytime hours Giovanni, his parents gave 2620 Pleasant St, Oakland a detailed account of how he with his son, Pincilotti him abundant access, espe- (510) 796-1278 helped his son acclimate and di- faced a dilemma when cially after his precocious ex- www.autismyesterdayandto- minish behaviors that could have Giovanni was nine ploration of technology day.org isolated him and led others to stare years old. The bakery around the age of six. Gio- $10 Donation and move away. 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Tri-City Stargazer MARCH 11 – MARCH 17, 2014 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: We have arrived at the seventh (and last) crossing of Uranus and Pluto. It so happens there is a Federal Open Market Committee meeting on March 17-18. When these occur there is usually fallout in the markets and multiple reactions globally. The Feds have no new tricks up their sleeves. This may be the moment when a new mon- etary system is introduced, which will serve to further alienate the 1 percent from the world. Ultimately that will not turn out well for them. The U.S. dollar may lose its precious status as the Reserve currency of the globe. There are multiple threats in the works, including hot spots geopolitically. One trembling earthquake could send everything financial flying. Given we are approaching a new moon eclipse at the 29th degree of Pisces (the last degree of the zodiac), the plans may be settled in the dark, with the surprising public news to come at a later point. Whatever is announced is likely to be deceptive and misrepresented to the public. Stay informed about what is really happening so you can do what is good for you. Don’t rely upon official interpretations.

Aries the Ram (March 21- Cancer the Crab (June 21- Libra the Scales (September identity, but for now you are need to back out of social commit- April 20): There will be an explo- July 21): The torque of tension is 23-October 22): This is a week to given time to prepare. ments. This week Saturn turns ret- sion in the sign of Aries. You may all around you. It seems everyone bring projects toward closure, so rograde and the pressure on these set a bonfire, have an accident, or you meet is needy somehow. You you can prepare for a new cycle Capricorn the Goat (Decem- issues will be reduced for four join activist movements. Motion may want to stay home and pull next week. You may feel bored or ber 22-January 19): There are de- months. and taking action are prominent. your crab shell around you. It will disenchanted with your everyday veloping problems in and around There is potential for your explo- be well for you to practice some routine, but this will be relieved your home that may suddenly be- Pisces the Fish (February 19- sion to bring some kind of reprisal kind of meditation or yoga on a soon. Let your imagination flow come visible. If not property, then March 20): You may be more having to do with career or life di- daily basis, which is healthier than and consider adding something the restlessness and potentially sur- than a little bit tempted to pursue rection. Maybe you have already staying under the covers. beautiful, maybe inspirational, to prising events may become appar- a dangerous course of action this done this recently. your everyday surroundings. It will ent in your family life. Usually week. This could be really expen- Leo the Lion (July 22-August perk up your attitude. there are clues ahead of time about sive . Stay alert to how you talk Taurus the Bull (April 21- 22): Those who have experienced the nature of the disorder. yourself into something, just be- May 20): Be aware that you are in physical ill health in the last two Scorpio the Scorpion (Octo- cause you want it. Your mental a sensitive frame of mind and may months are recovering. This is a ber 23-November 21): You and Aquarius the Water Bearer side knows this isn’t a good idea. misinterpret that which is said to time in which you have go signals Aries have things in common this (January 20-February 18): Since you. You may be the one who in the arenas of distance travel, In- week. An emotional explosion or mid-December, Saturn’s position hears what you want to hear. So ternet activities, publishing, teach- accident may suddenly alter the has altered your perspective on take your impressions with a grain ing, and legal activities. The rules picture. There may be conse- your community. You have felt the of salt until you clarify what was and regulations are hot on your quences on your health, at your obligation to offer your talents for originally intended. Don’t talk heels. workplace, or in rental property a greater social purpose. Alterna- yourself into a funk. that you own. Drive and handle tively, you may have felt a strong Virgo the Virgin (August 23- tools very carefully. Gemini the Tw ins (May 21- September 22): Beware the liar. June 20): You may be in the midst The probability is high you will Sagittarius the Archer (No- Are you interested in a personal of a negotiation. It appears that encounter one this week – some- vember 22-December 21): horoscope? you want to create something new one who believes his ow n story, Saturn entered your sign in De- Vivian Carol may be reached at and different for your future. You thus making it unclear if he is cember, adding a serious or are attempting to persuade the telling the truth. Check out the somber level to your thinking (704) 366-3777 powers-that-be to find a way to sources and ask other people who process. This week Saturn turns for private psychotherapy help you. However, this is proba- may know something about the retrograde for the next several or astrology appointments bly a lost cause this spring. Don’t situation. Don’t accept anything of months. This will reduce the (fee required). waste energy if you find a push- importance at face va lue. pressure or weight of your con- back. There is a better opportunity cerns. The overall task contin- www.horoscopesbyvivian.com in the future. ues to be how to grow a new March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 19

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Mix of cherry tomatoes under development. Photo courtesy of Fred Hempel.

Hempel is no ordinary farmer. He holds a PhD in Plant Biology from UC Berkeley, and worked for a biotech company before discovering his passion for breeding plants. He began to experiment with tomatoes in his backyard and in community gardens. Then, in 2006, he decided to take the plunge and start breeding and farming simultaneously. With help from California FarmLink, a non-profit that provides small farms with financing and other critical support services, Hempel and part- ner Jill Shepard founded Baia Nicchia. They rent land on an 18-acre plot known as the Sunol AgPark, adjacent to the 100-year-old Sunol Water Temple. The site is home to several small farms and is managed by an or- ganization called Sustainable Agriculture Education (SAGE) that, in turn, leases the land from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. Hempel’s key to success has been to select crops that are unique and highly sought by chefs that would not be found in an average market (hence the name Baia Nicchia, which means “bay niche”). “We’re growing things that are just a little bit off the beaten path that are used by higher end chefs,” says Hempel who enjoys working with restau- rants and often considers their feedback when selecting crops to grow. Hempel’s passion for plants is evident as he talks about one of his latest discoveries, the yuzu. “It looks like a lemon, but tastes more like a lime. The zest is used in ponzu sauce, and we started to use it in our teas. But then we discovered that actually using the leaves is very simi- lar to using the zest, and it’s a lot easier to deal with the leaves. One of the things that’s very unique about yuzu leaves is that, compared to most other citrus leaves, they have a nice strong flavor but no bitter- ness. They also release all of their flavor very quickly into hot water. So now we cut the leaves off and sell them fresh to high end restaurants.” Edible squash blossoms are another popular product, even more so than the squash itself, as well as arugula flowers (which, surprisingly, taste just like arugula) and nasturtium. Hempel also tinkers with herbs, like Wild French Savory, Roman Mint, and Zaatar, creating tea blends out of some. Baia Nicchia Farm sells many of their tomato seeds worldwide under the name Artisan Seeds; a big part of their business. His experi- ments with tomatoes have produced a colorful selection of popular va- rieties, with names just as colorful: Blush, Purple Bumble Bee, Captain Lucky, Yellow Jazz, Marzano Fire, Amana Orange, Spike. And he has many more in development. Hempel looks for tomatoes that not only thrive in our local micro- climates, but that look nice and taste delicious. The breeding process is fairly straightforward, but can take time. First he identifies two plants with desirable traits. Then he takes the pollen from the flower of one and places it on a female flower of the other (cross pollination). Then he uses the seed from this cross pollination to grow a new plant (a hy- brid plant). He uses the seed produced by the fruit of this hybrid plant to grow many new plants that will all be different. This is where you start creating new varieties, by selecting the plants you like and saving their seed. It takes seven generations until a new variety is “stable.” Seed from a stable variety, will produce identical plants. “You need to have a hit record,” says Hempel. “You can be a good tomato breeder and breed lots of interesting varieties, but even then, you’re not going to make money unless you have something that’s widely sold.” Hempel maintains a breeding farm in Baja, Mexico, and hosts hands- on workshops in plant breeding. Baia Nicchia also has a presence at the Menlo Park Farmer’s Market during the summer, and offers group tours. So the next time you’re dining in a nice restaurant, consider the unique ingredients and the science it took to create that delicious expe- rience. Hempel sure hopes you do. On April 18, Baia Nicchia and the other farms of the Sunol AgPark will host a spring plant sale in collaboration with the Alameda County Master Gardeners. For updates on this and other events, visit the Baia Nicchia blog at www.baianicchia.blogspot.com, Artisan Seeds Face- book page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Artisan- Seeds/172647249459847?ref=hl, or call (510) 384-2716.

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he Ohlone College Foundation Many scholarships, covering a broad is offering over $150,000 in range of interests and fields, are now Tscholarships for Ohlone College available from the Ohlone College students this year! Yet behind each Foundation for Ohlone College stu- scholarship is the story of an incredible dents, $150,000 in total. New students individual with the belief that investing entering Ohlone College, students in our students is investing in the future. continuing at Ohlone, and graduating One such story is that of Evelyn students who are transferring to four Henderson and the new East Bay Com- year colleges or universities are all eligi- munity Foundation Evelyn Henderson ble for scholarships. Students can apply Scholarship for Deaf Students. In 2015, by visiting scholarships.ohlone.edu. this newly created endowed scholarship East Bay Community Foundation will provide up to ten $750 scholar- is one of the largest sources of ships for Deaf students at Ohlone. philanthropic support for the East Ohlone’s Deaf Studies Division, formed son worked with high-school students Bay Community Foundation. In 2010, Bay, managing more than 500 charita- in 1972, is one of the largest commu- for a number of years at the School for the East Bay Community Foundation/ ble funds and endowments. To learn nity college programs for the Deaf, the Deaf, as well as the Arizona School Evelyn Henderson Fund provided more about EBCF, visit their website educating nearly 200 Deaf and Hard for the Deaf, and in Los Angeles public $200,000 to build the Evelyn Hender- at www.ebcf.org or call 510-208-0858 of Hearing students each year. schools before health problems limited son Deaf Studies Lab at Ohlone College. for more information. Evelyn Henderson began her career her teaching activities. With the addition of the new Evelyn To learn more about the Evelyn at the California School for the Deaf in Evelyn Henderson dedicated her life Henderson Scholarship for California Henderson Scholarship for California the late 1940s after graduating from to supporting Deaf students, and after Deaf Students, Ms. Henderson contin- Deaf Students, or to support the UCLA. She discovered that she had a she passed away at the age of 80, her pas- ues to touch the lives of California’s Deaf Ohlone College Foundation, please facility for learning and using American sion for Deaf education lives on in the students by providing them an opportu- call 510-659-6020. Sign Language (or ASL). Ms. Hender- financial legacy she left through the East nity to pursue their education.

Regular ticket prices are $27 general and $22 for students, sen- iors and TBA (Theatre Bay Area) members. Thursday, March 26, April 9 and 16 performances are $20 ($15 students, seniors, TBA members); bargain Thursday (no reservations – first come, first seat!) held on April 2 - all tickets $12. Brunch Sunday perform- ances and opening night are $27 for everyone. All ticket prices in- clude refreshments. For reservations: (510) 683-9218 or www.broadwaywest.org.

Social Security Friday, Mar 20 – Saturday, Apr 18 8 p.m. Evenings / Matinees 1 p.m. Broadway West Theatre Company 4000-B Bay St, Fremont (510) 683-9218 www.broadwaywest.org $15-$27

(Left to Right): Jim Coryelle, Joe Barra, Dawn Cates, Jackie Blue, Helena C. Clarkson, Keith Larson

SUBMITTED BY MARY GALDE PHOTO BY CHRISTIAN PIZZIRANI

Broadway West Theatre Company presents the laugh-out-loud funny “Social Security” by Andrew Bergman, March 20 – April 18. This hilarious comedy is about a married couple who are art deal- ers. Their domestic tranquility is shattered upon the arrival of the wife’s goody-goody nerd of a sister, her uptight CPA husband and her archetypal Jewish mother, who are all there to save the couple’s college student daughter from the horrors of living only for sex. The comic sparks really begin to fly when the mother hits it off with the elderly minimalist artist who is the art dealers’ best client. Performance times are 8 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. There are three Sunday matinees: March 29 and April 5 matinee per- formances begin with a continental brunch (included in price of ticket) at 12:15 p.m., and the show begins at 1 p.m. The April 8 per- formance starts at 1 p.m. with refreshments during intermission (in- cluded in price of ticket). March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 21

$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change. Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.

Wednesdays & Thursdays, Saturdays, Feb 7 thru Apr 11 Feb 4 thru Apr 9 Free Quality Tax Assistance Tax Assistance – R 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tax help for low income households Volunteer preparation and e-filing tax Union City Branch Library assistance 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., CONTINUING Castro Valley Library Union City 3600 Norbridge Ave., (510) 574-2020 EVENTS Castro Valley (510) 667-7900 www.aclibrary.org Mondays & Wednesdays, Jan Friday, Feb 13 - Sunday, 28 thru Mar 18 Mar 14 Saturdays, Feb 7 thru Apr 11 Sunol Wilderness Docent Newton’s Grimm’s: The Work Training $R Free Quality Tax Assistance of Frost Newton 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 12 noon - 5 p.m. Assist naturalists with school programs Tax help for low income households Surrealist paintings of Grimm’s fairytales Ages 18+ Newark Branch Library Opening reception Friday, Feb 13 Sunol Regional Wilderness 6300 Civic Terrace Ave., Newark from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol (510) 574-2020 Olive Hyde Art Gallery (510) 544-3242 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont www.ebparks.org (510) 791-4357 www.fremont.gov/Art/OliveHy- Tuesday, Jan 27 - Saturday, deGallery Mar 27 Prom Dress Swap Donations Mon - Wed: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Thurs - Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Donate formal dresses, shoes and acces- sories Hayward Weekes Branch Library 27300 Patrick Ave., Hayward (510) 293-5065 [email protected]

Tuesday, Jan 27 - Saturday, Mar 27 Prom Dress Swap Donations Mon - Wed: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Thurs - Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Donate formal dresses, shoes and acces- sories Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7946 [email protected]

Monday, Jan 27-Friday, Mar 27 82 Years of Art: Visions, Land- scapes and Characters along the Way 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Works by Doyle Wegner and Gerald Thompson Artist reception Friday, Feb 6 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward (510) 208-0410 www.hayward.org

Monday, Wednesday & Sat- urday, Jan 28 thru Apr 15 Alameda County Low-Moder- ate Income Tax Assistance Mon & Wed: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Sat: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Tax preparation help for low income households Eden Area Multi-Service Center 24100 Amador St, Hayward (510) 670-5700 www.alamedasocialservices.org

Monday, Feb 2 thru Friday, Apr 15 Free Quality Tax Assistance Mon & Wed: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Fri: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tax help for low income households Fremont Family Resource Center 39155 Liberty St., Fremont (510) 574-2020 Page 22 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

Friday, Feb 13 - Saturday, Monday, Feb 23 - Friday, Saturdays, Mar 7 thru Mar 28 May 16 Mar 31 How the Other Half Dies $ Farmers’ Markets Trajes Regionales de Mexico New Student Centralized En- 8 p.m. rollment – R 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fun murder-mystery parody Mon - Thurs: 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 Collection of costumes from Ballet Folk- Sunol Glen School p.m. lorico Mexicano 11601 Main St., Sunol FREMONT: SAN LEANDRO: Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon San Leandro Public Library (925) 862-2026 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro Schedule an appointment to register a Centerville Kaiser Permanente http://www.sunol.net/srt/index. (510) 577-3971 new student html Saturdays San Leandro San Leandro Unified School www.aclibrary.org Thursday, Mar 13 - Sunday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday District Mar 29 Year-round 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturdays, Feb 14 thru Apr 11 2255 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro (510) 618-4420 Into the Woods $ Bonde Way at Fremont Blvd., June 11, 2014 to Free Quality Tax Assistance Fremont 2:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. December 31, 2014 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (510) 909-2067 2500 Merced St, San Leandro Thursday, Feb 26 - Saturday, Fractured Fairy Tale about a witch’s www.fremontfarmersmarket.com www.cafarmersmarkets.com Tax help for low income households Apr 11 curse Holly Community Center Fabric Creations Irvington High School 31600 Alvarado Blvd., 41800 Blacow Rd., Fremont Kaiser Permanente Fremont MILPITAS: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Farmers’ Market Union City (510) 590-7510 (510) 574-2020 Textile art www.ihsdrams.com Thursdays Milpitas Farmers’ Market at Artist reception Saturday, March 7: 1 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. ICC Tuesdays, Feb 17 thru Mar 31 p.m. - 3 p.m. Mondays, Mar 16 thru Apr Sundays Year-round Bridge 1 Foothill Arts of the Bay 20 39400 Paseo Padre Pkwy., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 22394 Foothill Blvd., Hayward Nutritional Champion for Fremont 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Year-round (510) 538-2787 Change Program – R 800-949-FARM Set up, bid play and score keeping www.haywardarts.org India Community Center 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. www.pcfma.com 525 Los Coches St. Newark Senior Center Discuss healthy foods, eating on a budget 800-949-FARM 7401 Enterprise Dr., Newark Monday, Mar 2 -Friday, Mar 27 and physical fitness Irvington Farmers’ Market www.pcfma.com (510) 578-4840 www.newark.org Shared Perceptions Safe Alternatives to Violent Sundays 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Environments – SAVE 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. NEWARK: Tuesdays, Feb 17 thru Mar 31 San Lorenzo Adult School Exhibit 1900 Mowry Ave, Fremont Year-round Bridge 2 Artist reception Saturday, March (510 574-2256 Bay Street and Trimboli Way, Newark Farmers’ Market 7: 12 noon - 3 p.m. [email protected] 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Fremont Sundays Alameda Historical Museum www.save-dv.org 800-949-FARM 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Mastering game strategy 2324 Alameda Ave., Alameda www.pcfma.com Year-round Newark Senior Center (510) 521-1233 Tuesday, Mar 10 - Saturday, NewPark Mall 7401 Enterprise Dr., Newark www.alamedamuseum.org Mar 14 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark (510) 578-4840 www.newark.org American Red Cross Blood Niles Farmer's Market 1-800-897-FARM Wednesday, Mar 4 - Sunday, Drive – R Saturdays www.agriculturalinstitute.org Apr 12 Tues - Thurs: 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 Thursdays, Feb 19 thru Mar 26 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Indigenous Flux Artists Honor- p.m. Year-round Bayfair Mall Bingo $ ing Their Roots Fri - Sat: 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Niles Town Plaza Saturdays 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Call to schedule an appointment 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Games, refreshments and door prizes Artworks celebrate traditions in the Drop-ins welcome www.westcoastfarmersmarket.org Year-round Newark Senior Center modern world Fremont-Newark Blood Center Fairmont and East 14th St., San 7401 Enterprise Dr., Newark Hayward Area Historical Society 39227 Cedar Blvd., Newark Leandro (510) 578-4840 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (800) 733-2767 HAYWARD: (925) 465-4690 www.newark.org (501) 581-0223 www.redcrossblood.org www.cafarmersmkts.com www.haywardareahistory.org Hayward Farmers’ Market Fridays, Feb 20 thru Mar 27 Fridays, Mar 6 thru Mar 27 Saturdays UNION CITY: Spanish Story Time Toddler Ramble: Let’s Come to 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Our Senses Year-round Kaiser Permanente Union Stories, songs, music and rhymes in 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Hayward City Plaza City Farmers’ Market Spanish Children ages 1 - 3 have fun using their 777 B. St., Hayward Tuesdays Ages preschool - school aged children five senses 1-800-897-FARM 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Fremont Main Library Hayward Shoreline Interpretive www.agriculturalinstitute.org Year-round 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Center Kaiser Permanente Medical (510) 745-1421 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward South Hayward Glad Tidings Offices www.aclibrary.org (510) 670-7270 Saturdays 3553 Whipple Rd., Union City www.haywardrec.org 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 800-949-FARM Saturdays, Feb 21thru Mar 28 Year-round www.pcfma.com Bridges to Jobs W. Tennyson Rd. between Tyrell 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Ave. and Tampa Ave., Hayward Union City Farmers’ Market Job interview training class (510) 783-9377 Saturdays Centerville Presbyterian Church www.cafarmersmarkets.com 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 4360 Central Ave., Fremont Year-round (510) 299-2223 Old Alvarado Park http://bridgestojobs.org Smith and Watkins Streets, Union City 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com

FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at the Alameda County Library Tell A Friend Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480

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THIS WEEK Hayward City Hall Emerging playwrights explore a variety Friday, Mar 13 Friday, Mar 13 - Saturday, 777 B St., Hayward of topics Wild, Wild, West Night $ Mar 14 (510) 208-0410 Smith Center 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Jungle Book $ www.ci.hayward.ca.us 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont Tuesday, Mar 10 Cowboy games, BBQ and mechanical Fri: 7:00 p.m. (510) 659-6031 bull Sat: 2:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Not My Life Thursday, Mar 12 www.smithcenter.com 6th graders only Story of a boy raised in the jungle by 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Outdoor Discoveries $R Silliman Activity Center wolves Film depicts human trafficking of chil- 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Friday, Mar 13 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark Milpitas Community Center dren Search land and creeks for insects Zodiac Trio $ (510) 578-4620 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas Castro Valley Library Ages 3 – 6 8 p.m. www.newark.org (408) 707-7158 3600 Norbridge Ave., www.centerstagepa.org Castro Valley Sunol Regional Wilderness Clarinet, violin and piano music Friday, Mar 13 (510) 667-7900 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol Smith Center Saturday, Mar 14 - Sunday, [email protected] (510) 544-3249 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont Leprechaun Land for Wee Folks www.ebparks.org (510) 659-6031 $ Mar 15 Public Open House Tuesday, Mar 10 - Friday, www.smithcenter.com 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Mar 15 Thursday, Mar 12 Games, snacks, and crafts for St. Patrick’s 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Day Diana Mihalakis Student Art Career Fair – R Friday, Mar 13 - Sunday, Mar View historical artifacts Show 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 15 Ages 2+ Museum of Local History Fremont Teen Center 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Meet prospective employers In the Heights $ 190 Anza Street, Fremont 39770 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Dress professionally and bring resumes Fri & Sat: 8 p.m. (510) 623-7907 Colorful show from student artists Fremont Sun: 2 p.m. www.museumoflocalhistory.org Milpitas Community Center DeVry University Campus (510) 494-4344 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas 6600 Dumbarton Cir., Fremont Latin American musical www.RegeRec.com Saturday, Mar 14 (408) 586-3210 (866) 613-8664 Cal State East Bay University www.devry.edu 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Little Lamb Preschool Open House Wednesday, Mar 11 Hayward 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Starting Your Own Food Busi- Thursday, Mar 12 - Friday, (510) 885-3118 ness – R Mar 13 www.csueastbaytickets.com Meet the staff and tour classrooms 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Playwrights Festival Showcases Bridges Community Church 505 Driscoll Rd., Fremont Discuss financial planning, marketing $ and food laws 8 p.m. (510) 651-2030 www.littlelambpreschoolbcc.org

SUBMITTED BY MEI-WAN CHAI Anne – with an “e” – an inde- a $3 transaction fee due at time of pendent, red-headed, freckle- auditioning (fee is returned if not Center Stage Performing Arts faced girl who changes their lives cast). Cast info sheet with parent invites children to audition for and touches the hearts of all who signature is also due at audition; the upcoming production of come to know and love her. download from Recreation Services’ “Anne of Green Gables.” Auditions will be held March Children’s Theatre section at Share the adventures of Anne 23 and 24 and are open to youth www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov. Shirley and her “best friend for life” ages 8 and up. Be prepared to Diana Barry as they travel from read from a provided script. Re- Auditions for childhood to maturity in this heart- hearsals are March 25 through “Anne of Green Gables” warming adaptation by Jody May 14 with performances May Monday & Tuesday, Davidson, which beautifully cap- 15 through 17. School perform- Mar 23 & 24 tures the highlights of the classic ances will be held Tuesday, May 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. novel by L.M. Montgomery. 19 and Wednesday, May 20. Per- Milpitas Community Center Maria Cuthbert asks for an or- formance dates and times are 457 E. Calaveras Blvd, Milpitas phan boy to help her and her subject to change. (408) 707-7158 brother take care of Green There is a participation fee of www.centerstagepa.org Gables, but the orphanage sends $130 ($150 for non-residents) and Fee: $130, $150 non-residents Workshop for Youth Career young adults Options Summit

SUBMITTED BY SUBMITTED BY GINA COLE SISTER FRANCES MARY PIERSON, OP A Youth Career Options Summit will be held at This is a retreat type presentation for young Palma Ceia Baptist Church on Saturday, March 21. adults, men and women, ages 18-40 on “Dealing The summit will consist of business professionals and with Transitions—Making Life Choices.” The fa- educators who will share information in their area of cilitators are: Sister Ingrid Clemmensen, a spiri- expertise and offer career and educational planning ad- tual director who leads many retreats and Sister vice. This will give youth the opportunity to gain a bet- Mary Yun, a licensed clinical social worker. ter understanding of career choices and offer essential Register online at www.msjdominicans.org or information to educational paths for their careers. www.bit.ly/YAretreatreg Also, the summit will be an opportunity for youth Suggested donation of $15 includes lunch, re- from local schools to meet with business professionals, freshments and materials. community and faith-based leaders, who are positive “Dealing with Transitions role models and mentors who support our efforts in di- Making Life Choices” recting our youth. This is a free event, which also in- Saturday, Mar 21 cludes prizes and activities. To register, visit 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. www.palmaceiachurch.org or check our Facebook page Dominican Sisters of Mission at www.facebook.com/palmaceiabaptistchurch. San Jose Motherhouse Youth Career Options Summit 43326 Mission Blvd. (entrance on Mission Saturday, Mar 21 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tierra Pl), Fremont Palma Ceia Baptist Church (510) 933-6335 28605 Ruus Rd, Hayward Register: www.msjdominicans.org or (510) 786-2866 www.bit.ly/YAretreatreg www.palmaceiachurch.org $15 suggested donation/lunch and materials www.facebook.com/palmaceiabaptistchurch Free Happy hour to empower SUBMITTED BY This is a great opportunity to TINA FERNANDEZ learn more about SAVE as well as socialize and make new connec- SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Vi- tions. SAVE’s Happy Hour to olent Environments) will host its Empower is free; RSVP by calling first “Happy Hour to Empower” Samantha at (510) 574-2250 ext. social/networking event on 110 or email samanthah@save- Wednesday, March 25 at Fre- dv.org. For more information, mont’s Whole Foods Tap Alley. visit the event page at www.face- Join SAVE staff, volunteers, and book.com/events/160181313670 Board Members for this fun and 0050. empowering meet up. For more information about Guests will enjoy complimen- SAVE, visit www.save-dv.org or tary Whole Foods savory and call (510) 574-2250 ext.106. sweet bites, non-alcoholic bever- ages, music by Fremont Christian Happy Hour to Empower School’s Dixie Dominus Band, Wednesday, Mar 25 and the opportunity to win 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. amazing raffle prizes, including Whole Foods Market Whole Foods gourmet gift bas- 3111 Mowry Ave, Fremont kets; a sports package; and a RSVP: (510) 574-2250 x 110 “Date Night” basket, which will [email protected] include dinner for two at Mas- www.facebook.com/events/160 simo’s, gourmet chocolates, 1813136700050 sparkling wine, and more. Free Page 24 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

Saturday, Mar 14 Saturday, Mar 14 Sunday, Mar 15 Tuesday, Mar 17 Parents and children pre-school - Ustad Farida Mahwash in Con- Intro to Wildlife Illustration – Rockin’ the Run $R Healthy at All Ages 3rd grade cert R 8 a.m. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Fremont Adult School 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon 5k and 10k fun run and walk Preventative health screening informa- (510) 793-2240 Techniques to create drawings outdoors tion Legendary singer Union City City Hall [email protected] Fremont Main Library Ages 9 – 12 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Washington Hospital 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont SF Bay Wildlife Refuge Union City 2500 Mowry Ave., Fremont Friday, Mar 20 (510) 745-1400 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 675-5808 (800) 963-7070 www.aclibrary.org (510) 792-0222 x362 www.UnionCity.org/depart- www.whhs.com/seminars Unity Dinner $R http://wildlifeillustration.eventbr ments/leisure-services 6 p.m. Saturday, Mar 14 ite.com Wednesday, Mar 18 Food, drinks and guest speakers Education Technology Sympo- Sunday, Mar 15 Family Literacy Night: Read India Community Center sium Saturday, Mar 14 Meet the Chickens $ and Grow – R 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas 9 a.m. - 12 noon Family Bird Walk – R 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 408-934-1130 www.IndiaCC.org Student showcase 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Visit the coop and feed chickens Storytelling and book related crafts Milpitas High School Create a field guide and use binoculars Ardenwood Historic Farm 1285 Escuela Pkwy., Milpitas Ages 5 – 10 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., (408) 635-2800 SF Bay Wildlife Refuge Fremont 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 Saturday, Mar 14 (510) 792-0222 x362 www.ebparks.org http://familybirdspirng.eventbrit California Condors $ e.com Sunday, Mar 15 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Adult nature program Finding Rainbows $ Saturday, Mar 14 Sulphur Creek Nature Center 11 a.m. - 12 noon Team Citizen Scientists – R 1801 D. St., Hayward Discover the science behind creating 12 noon - 2 p.m. rainbows (510) 881-6747 SUBMITTED BY BOB MILLER www.haywardrec.org Community service to monitor plants Ardenwood Historic Farm and animals 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Morrisson Theatre Chorus, under the musical direction of Saturday, Mar 14 Alviso Environmental Education Fremont Center (510) 544-2797 César Cancino, will present its Spring Concert: The Magic of Canine Capers Dog Walk – R 1751 Grand Blvd., Alviso www.ebparks.org Movies and Music, March 20 –March 22, in Hayward. The 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. (408) 262-5513 x104 Spring Concert will feature music from many great and beloved Explore nature with your dog http://tcseec.eventbrite.com Sunday, Mar 15 films, including “Casablanca,” “Titanic,” “The Mission,” “The Ages 8+ Lucky Clovers $ Wizard of Oz,” and many more. Also featured will be a medley of Coyote Hills Regional Park Saturday, Mar 14 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. James Bond movie “hits.” 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Free Admission Day Search the farm for four leaf clovers Fremont Tickets are $18 adults, $15 senior and $12 junior/student. (888) 327-2757 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Ardenwood Historic Farm www.ebparks.org Explore the gallery and view exhibits 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Hayward Area Historical Society Fremont Spring Concert: The Magic of Movies and Music Friday, Mar 20 and Saturday, Mar 21 Saturday, Mar 14 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (510) 544-2797 (501) 581-0223 www.ebparks.org 8 p.m. Apple Cider Pressing $ www.haywardareahistory.org Sunday, Mar 22 12 noon - 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Mar 15 2 p.m. Squeeze juice for a tasty treat Saturday, Mar 14 Wild Edibles and Plant Uses – Douglas Morrisson Theatre Ardenwood Historic Farm Celebrate National “Pi Day” R 22311 N. Third St, Hayward 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., 3.1415 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (510) 881-6777 Fremont www.dmtonline.org (510) 544-2797 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Identify and taste edible wild plants $18 adults/$15 seniors/$12 juniors/students www.ebparks.org Special drawings, prizes, dinner, live Garin Regional Park music 1320 Garin Ave., Hayward Saturday, Mar 14 Niles Pie Company (888) 327-2757 32990 Alvarado-Niles Rd, www.ebparks.org Chores for Little Farmers $ Union City 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (510) 324-4743 Sunday, Mar 15 Prepare treats for farm animals http://www.nilespie.com/blogs/ni Sunol to Mission Peak Hike $ Ardenwood Historic Farm les-pie-news-1 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Guided 10.5 mile hike with 2,200 ele- Fremont Saturday, Mar 14 vation (510) 544-2797 Walk on the Wild Side SUBMITTED BY SARAH KISHLER www.ebparks.org Meet at visitor center, ages 12+ 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sunol Regional Wilderness Naturalist led bird walk 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol Sleep consultant Arlene Fryling, of Gentle Touch Sleep Time, Saturday, Mar 14 Hayward Shoreline Interpretive (510) 544-2233 will share tips and ideas with parents and caregivers about helping There’s Gold in Them Thar Center www.ebparks.org babies and toddlers sleep. This program is free and no registration Hills! $ 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward is necessary. 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. (510) 670-7270 Sunday, Mar 15 Pan for Gold www.haywardrec.org Story Hunters – R Helping Babies Sleep Monday, Mar 23 Ardenwood Historic Farm 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Sunday, Mar 15 Discover landmarks using GPS 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Fremont Open House $ units Fremont Main Library (510) 544-2797 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. SF Bay Wildlife Refuge 2400 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont www.ebparks.org Docent led tours of historic home 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 (510) 792-0222x362 Free Saturday, Mar 14 Shinn House 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont http://donedwarsstory.eventbrite. Colony Caretakers – R (510) 793-9352 com 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE Create nesting habitats for endangered Sunday, Mar 15 Sunday, Mar 15 birds Kids Art Contest $ Life Cycles Alameda County 10:25 – 10:55 Daycare Center Visit – Hayward Shoreline Interpretive 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Renew books by phone UNION CITY Center Observe animals and make a craft (510) 790-8096 1:45 – 2:45 Delaine Eastin School, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward Children create images of India Hayward Shoreline Interpretive For more information 34901 Eastin Dr., UNION CITY (888) 327-2757 Ages 4 – 12 Center about the Bookmobile call 4:15 – 4:45 Contempo Homes, www.ebparks.org/register India Community Center 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 745-1477 or visit 4190 Gemini Dr., UNION CITY (510) 670-7270 www.aclibrary.org. 5:15 – 6:45 Forest Park School, Saturday, Mar 14 (408) 934-1130 www.IndiaCC.org www.haywardrec.org Times & Stops subject to change 34400 Maybird Circle, FREMONT Multicultural Food Fest 12 noon - 3 p.m. Sunday, Mar 15 Tuesday, March 10 Tuesday, March 17 Sunday, Mar 15 9:15 – 11:00 Daycare Center Visit – Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Wine Tasting Social – R 9:30– 10:15 Daycare Center Visit – Create Squishy Circuits – R FREMONT FREMONT H&R Block 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 5111 Mowry Ave, Fremont 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 10:45 – 11:15 Daycare Center Visit – 2:30 – 3:25 Build electric circuits with colored dough League of Women Voters Eden Area FREMONT Cabrillo School, 36700 San Pedro Dr., (510) 313-3996 Event Ages 7 – 12 2:15 – 2:45 Daycare Center Visit - FREMONT Don’s Wine Shop NEWARK 4:45 – 5:30 Baywood Apts., Saturday, Mar 14 Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont 22570 Foothill Blvd, Hayward 4:30 – 5:20 Weibel School, 4275 Bay St., FREMONT Comedy Short Subject Night $ (510) 745-1400 (510) 733-9463 45135 South Grimmer Blvd., 5:50 – 6:30 Jerome Ave. and Ohlones St., 7:30 p.m. www.aclibrary.org [email protected] FREMONT FREMONT The Playhouse, A Small Town Idol, and 5:50 – 6:40 Liberty Monday, Mar 16 Booster Park, Gable Dr. & Wednesday, March 18 Sunday, Mar 15 Niles Essanay Theater McDuff Ave., FREMONT 1:00 – 2:00 Del Rey School, Science Day for Kids Coyote Cubs 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 1510 Via Sony, SAN LORENZO 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 2:30 – 3:00 Eden House Apts., (510) 494-1411 Play games and explore park www.nilesfilmmuseum.org Lectures, demonstrations and experi- 12:45 – 2:15 Glenmoor School, 1601 165th Ave., SAN LEANDRO ments Ages 3 – 5 4620 Mattos Drive, FREMONT 3:30 – 4:00 Baywood Ct., Coyote Hills Regional Park Saturday, Mar 14 Grades K – 6 2:45 – 3:45 Mission Hills Middle School, 21966 Dolores St., CASTRO VALLEY Fremont Main Library 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., 250 Tamarack Dr., UNION CITY 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., Corned Beef and Cabbage Din- 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Fremont 4:00 – 4:30 Purple Lotus Buddhist FREMONT ner $ (510) 745-1400 (510) 544-3220 School, 33615 – 9th St., UNION CITY 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. www.aclibrary.org www.ebparks.org 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., Raffle prizes and silent auction Tuesday, Mar 17 FREMONT Milpitas Bookmobile stops Castro Valley Moose Lodge Sunday, Mar 15 Free Notary Signings for Sen- Renew books by phone 20835 Rutledge Rd., Bridal Fair – R iors Thursday, March 12 (800) 471-0991 Castro Valley 10:00 – 10:30 Daycare Center Visit – For more information 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (510) 538-6020 SAN LORENZO (408) 293-2326 x3060 Vendor presentation for wedding needs Call to schedule an appointment Ages 50+ 10:45 – 11:45 Daycare Center Visit – Massimos Restaurant Wednesday, March 18 Kenneth C. Aitken Center CASTRO VALLEY 5200 Mowry Ave., Fremont 3:15 – 4:00 17800 Redwood Rd., 1:20 – 1:50 Daycare Center Visit, (510) 792-2000 x16 Friendly Village Park, Castro Valley HAYWARD www.massimos.com 120 Dixon Landing Rd., MILPITAS (510) 881-6738 2:15 – 3:15 Cherryland School, 585 Willow Ave., HAYWARD

Monday, March 16 9:30 – 10:05 Daycare Center Visit – UNION CITY March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 25

In 2009, the U.S. House of Rep- resentatives passed a non-binding Champions for Change resolution recognizing March 14, 2009 as National Pi Day. This six-part health year, the decimal digits of pi will be further represented at 9:26:53 workshop a.m. as it will translate to 3.141592653. Be sure to arrive at SUBMITTED BY TINA FERNANDEZ Niles Pie or the Niles Farmer’s Market at 9:26 a.m. to recite pi SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments) is pleased to to its furthest digit. announce a collaboration with the Alameda County Public Health The Pi Day menu will include Nutrition Program’s Champions for Change, a peer-led effort to several savory pot pies, em- raise community awareness about healthy nutrition choices, exer- panadas and pasties, featuring cise and more. local produce and meats. There Community Health Champion Myla Wong will present a free will also be shaker lemon pie, fea- 6-part course beginning Monday, March 16 at The Empowerment turing local organic Meyer Center at SAVE in Fremont. This course is especially designed to lemons at the top of their season, benefit victims of domestic violence and their families, and will along with longtime favorites: cover topics such as healthy food and beverage choices, eating on a Dutch apple, blackberry blue- budget, physical fitness, and community resources. berry, banana cream, and double Participants must commit to attend all six classes on the follow- chocolate pie. A house jazz band ing dates: March 16, 23, and 30; and April 6, 13, and 20. This is a of locals featuring Matt Hayden wonderful opportunity for individuals and parents who are domes- on guitar, Nate Fredericks on tic violence survivors to receive free nutrition and wellness instruc- drums, Nelson Saarni on bass, tion in a warm, welcoming space. and Dave Carter on keyboard To register, call Ashley at (510) 574-2256 or email will perform in the evening. For [email protected]. more information, visit www.facebook.com/NilesPie. Champions for Change Health Workshop Monday, Mar 16, Mar 23, Mar 30, Apr 6, Apr 13 & Apr 20 A special Pi Day Pi Day 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Mar 14 The Empowerment Center SUBMITTED BY Celebrating Pi Day on March 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 1900 Mowry Ave, Suite 201, Fremont CAROLYN BERKE 14, 2015 is only fitting as the nu- (510) 574-2256 merical date (3/14/15) represents Niles Farmers Market 37592 Niles Blvd, Fremont [email protected] Niles Pie Company is cele- the first five digits of the mathe- www.save-dv.org matical constant, π or pi. For math brating a special Pi Day on Satur- Saturday, Mar 14 Free day, March 14. Festivities will enthusiasts, pi is the ratio of a cir- cle’s circumference to its diameter, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. take place at the Niles Pie Com- 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Jazz & pany shop in Union City and at which is constant for all circles of any size. Pi is an irrational number, Pi Dinner Niles Farmers’ Market in Fre- Niles Pie Company mont. There will be prizes for which has infinite number of digits in its decimal representation ap- 32990 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Suite reciting pi to the furthest digit, 960, Union City special drawings and more proximated at 3.1415. The fraction SUBMITTED BY UNION CITY 22/7 is also commonly used to ap- (510) 324-4743 throughout the day at both loca- LEISURE SERVICES SENIOR PROGRAMS proximate pi. www.nilespie.com tions. A Jazz & Pi Dinner at the www.facebook.com/NilesPie shop will conclude the commem- One of the earliest celebra- Don’t be late, for a very important date! On Friday, March 27, tions of Pi Day began in 1988 at Free admission, oration, with live jazz and a selec- food for purchase follow us down the rabbit hole for a Mad Hatter’s tea party in tion of dinner and dessert items. the San Francisco Exploratorium. Wonderland! Bring your grandkids and help us celebrate the begin- ning of spring with a memorable and animated experience! Come dressed as your favorite Wonderland character. (It’s optional, but more fun in costume!) Advance registration is required. The last day to register is by 4 p.m. SUBMITTED BY SUZANNE BARBA March 10 for yourself and a friend. Street parking is on March 25. Grandchildren: Ages: 4 and up please. available, as well as the lots behind the AT&T building Registration includes tea, refreshments, mini-sandwiches and cake. Please join League of Women Voters Eden Area and Buffalo Bill’s. Music, karaoke, dancing, games, and prizes, add to the festivities. (LWVEA) members at a wine tasting social on Sunday, Mad Hatter’s Springtime Tea Party for Grandparents/Grandchildren March 15 at Doc’s Wine Shop in Hayward, and bring LWVEA Wine Tasting Social Friday, Mar 27 a friend who would like to know more about the Sunday, Mar 15 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. League and membership. This free event is our way of 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Ruggieri Senior Center getting to know current members better and to en- Doc’s Wine Shop 33997 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City courage prospective members to join LWVEA. We will 22570 Foothill Blvd, Hayward (510) 675-5445 have an opportunity to discuss League priorities and RSVP: [email protected] $15 for one grandparent or ways in which the League can meet your needs. Please www.lwvea.org grandparent with one grandchild RSVP to Gail at [email protected] by Tuesday, Free $5 for each additional attendee

SUBMITTED BY CENTER Pascual, while Cheyanna Jimenea or Sa- able at Milpitas Community Center from STAGE PERFORMING ARTS vannah Polanco will portray the role of the March 16-19 between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. School Performances: evil queen. Performances are scheduled on You may also purchase tickets in advance Tuesday, Mar 24 & Wednesday, Mar 25 Center Stage Performing Arts (CSPA) March 20, 21, 27, and 28 at Milpitas at www.centerstagepa.org by clicking on 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. presents “Snow White and the Seven Community Center. the Eventbrite link; tickets will also be Dwarfs” adapted by Tim Kelly, with music CSPA, formerly known as Milpitas available at the door for $15. School per- Milpitas Community Center and lyrics by Bill Francoeur. Meet the cap- Rainbow Theatre, is presented by Milpitas formances will take place on March 24 and 457 E Calaveras Blvd, Milpitas tivating Princess Snow White, the prince, Recreation Services. With the support of 25. They are open to any schools; reserva- (408) 707-7158 the evil queen and of course, the seven dedicated parents and performers, the Mil- tions are needed, with tickets available for [email protected] mischievous dwarfs — Sarge, Gabby, pitas Children’s Theatre Alliance (MCTA) $5 per person. For more information, call www.centerstagepa.org Gloomy Gus, Ticklish, Spritely, Snore, and was founded. Together, the MCTA and (408) 707-7158 or e-mail Advanced: $10 seniors & students, Slowpoke. Following the traditional story- CSPA work together to showcase the nu- [email protected]. $12 general line, the fairy tale is brought to life with merous talents of all the performers and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Door price: $15 this marvelous musical adaptation. staff involved in the theatre. Friday, Mar 20 & Mar 27 School performance: $5 per person Mei-Wan Chai will be directing the cast Advanced tickets cost $10 for seniors 7 p.m. (reservation required) of talented youth. Snow White will be and students with identification, and $12 Saturday, Mar 21 & Mar 28 played by Aryana Ong-Beith or Madeleine for the general public. Tickets will be avail- 2:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. Page 26 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

Taylor Cross Named KAP7 Player of the Week

SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM high four goals in an 8-3 victory over Pomona- Pitzer. She added a pair of scores in triumphs over Taylor Cross of the Cal State East Bay women’s Occidental and Chapman. Cross leads the squad water polo team has been named the Western Water with 21 goals and ranks second with 26 drawn ex- Polo Association clusions. She has (WWPA) KAP7 Player scored multiple goals of the Week, announced in eight of the team’s on March 3, 2015. The 15 games this season. junior two-meter player The 2014 All- finished with eight goals, WWPA Second Team six assists, and three steals selection is the second as the Pioneers went 3-1 Pioneer to earn the at the Tina Finali Invita- weekly honor in 2015. tional this past weekend. Teammate Alyssa Hess Cross scored goals in earned the distinction all three of the team’s on Jan. 20. wins including a season- Ohlone squeezes to a win

SUBMITTED AND PHOTO BY New Address DON JEDLOVEC

It took the Renegades 10 in- nings to do it, but they finally squeezed in the winning run with a bunt, winning 3-2 over Skyline College on March 7th. What a game!

21-Run barrage powers Pioneers to split

SUBMITTED BY STEVE CONNOLLY

The Cal State East Bay baseball team exploded for 21 runs in the first game of a March 1st doubleheader to secure a 21-10 victory over No. 17 UC San Diego. The Tritons came back to capture the nightcap by a score of 10-2 to close out the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) series. Game 1 - CSUEB 21, UCSD 10 The Pioneers had their biggest offensive outburst of the season in the morning game. Their 21 runs came on just 11 hits, as they took advantage of 11 defensive errors by the Tritons. Game 2 - UCSD 10, CSUEB 2 Cal State East Bay’s offense couldn’t carry over its momentum to the second game — a scheduled seven- inning contest — as the team struggled to mount a rally against UCSD starter Troy Cruz. The junior right- hander picked up the win, allowing one run in five innings.

CSUEB’s Whitfield earns men’s basketball Mariners fall to all-conference honors O’Dowd Dragons SUBMITTED BY STEPHEN CONNOLLY SUBMITTED AND PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW Cal State University East Bay (CSUEB) The Bishop O’Dowd Dragons beat Moreau Catholic senior Jacari Whitfield has been named to Mariners in Division III final 70-61 at Saint Mary’s Col- the 2014-15 All-California Collegiate Ath- lege. Bishop O’Dowd came out setting a fast pace and letic Association men’s basketball honorable opening a lead at the end of the first quarter. They contin- mention team, the conference office an- ued to lead midway though the second quarter at 28-20 nounced on March 4 during the annual but the Mariners fought back with a great offensive effort awards banquet. with four 3-point shots followed by a pair of baskets by This is the first All-CCAA selection of Mariner Armond Simmons and plays by Oscar Frayer to Whitfield’s four-year career, and the first close the gap to just 39-36 at half. for CSUEB men’s basketball since Mark In the third quarter, Bishop O’Dowd defense took con- Samuels captured second team honors in trol of the game, closing shooting lanes and only allowing 2011-12. Moreau Catholic outside shots and one three point shot in A native of San Francisco, the 5’7” guard the second half. Final score: Bishop O’Dowd 70, Moreau recently completed his best season as a Pio- Catholic 61. neer to cap off a remarkable career. During Stars for Moreau Catholic were Oscar Frayer with 20 conference play this year, Whitfield led all points and Damari Milstead with 16. Moreau Catholic CCAA players in minutes (35.3 per game) will now have to wait to see if it is selected for CIF Open and free throw percentage (.903), while rank- Division competition. ing second in assists (4.9 per game) and 10th in scoring (13.0 points per game). Whitfield was CSUEB’s leading scorer for the season, reaching double figures in 11 straight games to finish the season. He played all 40 minutes in six contests for the injury-plagued Pioneer squad and notched a career high with 26 points recently against Cal State Stanislaus in the penulti- mate game of his career. Whitfield’s career began with CCAA Freshman of the Year honors in 2011-12. Since then, he’s played in 86 games and more than 3,000 minutes for CSUEB. This season, he established school records for ca- reer three-pointers (195) and highest free throw percentage (.855). He also moved up to second place in program history with 326 assists and ninth place with 959 career points. The All-CCAA teams are selected by the league’s 12 head coaches and announced during the awards banquet, which is held in Stockton the night before the start of the CCAA Postseason Tournament. March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 27 Susan Polgar Chess Tournament

SUBMITTED BY JOE LONSDALE Stanescu-Bellu of Grand Rapids, MI. The girls under 10 section had an ex- MSJE won the first place team trophy with The tournament had separate sections tremely exciting finish. Annapoorni Meiyap- 13.5 points. Weibel was second with 13 More than 400 girls and boys competed for girls and boys based on ages. Team pan of MSJE (rated 1547) was the third points. in the 10th Annual Susan Polgar Chess competitions were held in each section. highest rated player in the section. In the fifth In the boys under 12 section Joshua Gra- Tournament on the weekend of February The team score was the sum of the scores round Annapoorni played Rianne Ke (rated binsky of Coquille, OR and Ivan Ke of 28-March 1 at the San Mateo Event Cen- of the top three players on the team. 1634) and won her game. Rianna had de- Burlingame Intermediate School tied for first ter. Susan Polgar is world famous for be- There was a special unrated section for feated top rated Nastassja Matus (1735) in with 5.5 points. Weibel was the top team coming the first woman to obtain the players in kindergarten to grade two. This the fourth round. This left Annapoorni with with 12 points. MSJE (missing its four top grandmaster title. Susan and her husband section was won by Viraj Walia of Gomes 5 points playing Nastassja (with 4 points) in rated players) was second with 10 points. Paul Troung have moved to St. Louis, MO Elementary School in Fremont with the last round. Annapoorni needed only a In the boys U14 section Gabriel Sam was where they have coached the Webster Uni- 4.5/5.0. The top team in the unrated sec- draw to win the section. In the last round An- a clear first with 5.5 points. Horner Junior versity chess team to numerous national tion was MSJE (Mission San Jose Elemen- napoorni had a slightly superior position and High won the team competition with 10.5 collegiate chess championships. tary School of Fremont) with 10 points. agreed to a draw in a time scramble to clinch points. Andrea Botez of Happy Valley won In addition to a large number of trophies, Collins School of Cupertino and Town first place and an invitation to the prestigious the girls U14 section with 5.5 points. the players were competing for two full School of San Francisco tied for second Susan Polgar Foundation Girls Invitational In the girls U16/18 section Ana Lopez scholarships to Webster University (worth place with 5 points each. chess tournament in July. Sanchez was a clear first with 5 points. Colin over $100,000 each) and to qualify for the The boys under age 8 section was won by The team competition in girl U10 was Chow and Aaron Grabinsky tied for first in prestigious Susan Polgar Foundation Girls MSJE with 11 points. Collins school of Cu- won by MSJE with 13.5 points. Weibel was the boys U18/16 section. Invitational chess tournament which will be pertino was second with 9.5 points. The girls second with 8.5 points. The tournament was well run with most held in St. Louis, July 26-30. The scholar- under 8 section was won by Weibel Elemen- In the boys U10 section Chinguun Baa- rounds starting on time. All of the trophy ships were won by Aaron Grabinsky, Co- tary, Fremont, with 11 points; MSJE was sec- yaraa of Spring Valley and Rishith Susarla of winners got to have their picture taken with Champion from Coquille, OR and Sofia ond with 9.5 points. MSJE tied for first place with 5.5 points. Susan Polgar. Basketball at Mattos Elementary Fremont Historic SUBMITTED BY MARY BESSLER AND KATHY LEWIS Mattos’s Boys Basketball team had an undefeated season! The team, lead by Coach Billy Marshall, went 12-0 this year to make a perfect season. They ended the season by bringing home the 1st place trophy in the Kennedy Atten- win advances dance area tournament. Mattos’s Girls Basketball team, lead by Melissa Tebow and Joel Luevano, had a winning season as well, ending Pioneer Women with a 6-1-1 record. Congratulations to all the players.

SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM

Cal State East Bay 75, Cal Poly Pomona 70. The mon- key is gone, the weight is lifted, and the celebration, albeit brief, can commence. The women’s basketball team earned the first California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) postseason team victory by any of the athletic programs in the school’s five year history in the league in the March 5th quarterfinal contest at Stockton Arena. “It hasn’t hit me yet, and probably won’t. But it’s a pretty special win today,” said East Bay Head Coach Suzy Barcomb. “I wanted this team to have a historical moment for Cal State East Bay and all our sports as we move for- ward in the Division II cycle.” East Bay would need the efforts of many to make his- tory and capture victory. As the team had done throughout most of the season, it got going offensively in the second half. The Pioneers put up 46 points over the final 20 min- utes to erase a 13-point deficit early in the period. Laci Effenberger scored a season-high 17 points with 15 coming in the crucial second half comeback. Effenberger’s third 3-pointer gave the Pioneers their first lead of the game with just under five minutes left. After Cal Poly Pomona regained a 58-57 lead, Shannon Bland knocked down a 3-pointer to give East Bay a lead it would hold until the final buzzer. Her only field goal of the game was arguably the most important for the Pioneers as Stephanie Lopez found her in the corner for three. Tori Breshers recorded five first half blocks including two on the back-to-back CCAA Player of the Year in Jada Blackwell. She would collect six on the day to tie the pro- gram’s single game (6) and career blocks record (115). However she picked up four personal fouls over the span of six second half minutes and watched from the bench. Meanwhile Blackwell led all players with 26 points and 10 rebounds. However she was 1-of-6 from distance and in the second half the Broncos combined to knock down only 1-of-11 from beyond the arc. Teammate Ariel Marsh finished with 16 points on 5-of- 17 shooting from the floor. Blackwell and Marsh combined to take 33 of the team’s 54 shots, and score 42 of the Bron- cos’ 70 points. Lopez led East Bay with 20 points and three assists in the win. Remy Puou added 11 points on 5-of-12 shooting from the field. East Bay senior Micah Walker was on the three previous teams which reached the CCAA Championships but failed to earn that historic win. She described what it felt like to finally get that elusive victory. “It was a good team win, and that’s what makes this spe- cial. It took all of us to get here,” said Walker. “It’s a good feeling, but we have a short memory. We are already think- ing about Humboldt.” Page 28 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015 Government Briefs City Council summaries do not include all business transacted at the noted meetings. These outlines represent selected topics and actions. For a full description of agendas, decisions and discussion, please consult the website of the city of interest: Fremont (www.fremont.gov), Hayward (www.hayward-ca.gov), Milpitas (www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov), Newark (www.ci.newark.ca.us), Union City (www.ci.union-city.ca.us).

Fremont City 6.07 acres at the “Henkel Site” in TAKES FROM SILICON VALLEY EAST City Council/Public Agency Niles. Some public support but MEETINGS Council much criticism of character of de- Readers are advised to check sign, density, traffic impacts and websites for special meetings, site circulation. The public and March 3, 2015 council discussed a need to create cancellations, minutes, agendas an appropriate development as a and webcasts Consent: gateway to Niles and develop va- Approval of minutes – special cant and untended land. and regular meetings: Jan 13, Feb CITY COUNCILS Approved: 3-2 (Bacon, Mei 3, Feb 10, Feb 17 voted Nay) Fremont City Council Ceremonial Items: Approve Zoning Text Amend- 1st/2nd/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. Declare March American Red ment to update Affordable Hous- City Hall, Bldg A Cross Month 3300 Capitol Ave., Fremont ing Ordinance. Use of a (510) 284-4000 Public Communications: residential “nexus” analysis to in- BY JENNIFER CHEN, on its Top 5 Women-Owned Busi- www.fremont.gov Comment about negative ef- corporate 12.9% affordable hous- ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT nesses in the Bay Area. fect of hiking restrictions at Mis- Noreen King, President and ing fees; encourage low, very low COORDINATOR Hayward City Council sion Peak CEO, Evolve Manufacturing 1st/3rd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. and extremely low units in future Special event on March 20, Technologies — Founded in City Hall, second floor housing developments. Discus- he Chinese saying “women 777 B Street, Hayward 2015 - Meals on Wheels 1999, Evolve Manufacturing sion centered on the wisdom of hold up half the sky” sup- (510) 583-4000 Many speakers from R.I.S.E. Technologies is a contract manu- lowering the current fee structure, ports gender equality. www.ci.hayward.ca.us (Residents Insisting on Social Eq- T facturer specializing in medical, rather than raising it. Suggestion Often truncated to “half the sky,” uity) spoke about immediate needs life sciences, and industrial equip- Milpitas City Council from councilmember to add an the phrase has been used as a title 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. for affordable housing, rent control, ment market. In December 2014, additional 2.1% fee using a sepa- for television episodes, news arti- 455 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas and a Community Benefits Agree- Evolve opened their new head- (408) 586-3001 rate payment schedule was de- cles, and organizations advocating ment related to the BART/Warm quarters in Fremont. Fremont is www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov feated. for women’s rights. As we celebrate Springs area. Families with working delighted to welcome Evolve to Approved 3-2 (Bacon, Mei the Chinese New Year of the Newark City Council adults are unable to meet rent in- the City’s Innovation Ecosystem. voted Nay) Sheep, Ram, or Goat, I thought 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:30 p.m. creases by landlords. Emily Liggett, CEO, Nova- City Hall, 6th Floor Other Business: the phrase would also be an appro- Scheduled Items: Torque— Founded in 2005, No- 37101 Newark Blvd., Newark FY 2014/15 Mid Year Budget priate blog title to honor a few of Rezone 10.3 acres from Open vaTorque is a cleantech company (510) 578-4266 Review shows increasing income the female CEOs who are leading www.ci.newark.ca.us Space to Planned District to focused on creating innovative, primarily from sales tax. Transfers some of the most innovative com- allow development of 20 single- cost-effective, and energy-effi- San Leandro City Council to the Strategic Opportunities panies here in Fremont. These family homes and preservation of cient conical-shaped electric mo- 1st/3rd Monday @ 7 p.m. Fund and Uncertainty Reserves women and others like them are 835 East 14th St., San Leandro historic home at 42232 Mission tors. A 2006 Energy Efficiency provide stability but street main- doing their part to keep Fremont’s (510) 577-3366 Blvd. Public comment was gener- Finalist in the Cleantech Open, tenance and unfunded retirement economic engines firing. www.sanleandro.org ally positive on the development NovaTorque has been innovating benefits are challenges. In sum- Hannah Kain, Founder and but concerns were voiced about and sharpening their technology Union City City Council mary, although the regional econ- CEO, ALOM — Founded in 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. noise and a sound wall proposed. in Fremont for the last ten years. omy is growing, there is “limited 1997, ALOM is a global leader in City Hall One speaker expressed criticism These are just a handful of the 34009 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City capacity for enhancing services or supply chain management. In of zero lot lines and lack of park- strong women leaders in Fre- (510) 471-3232 additional funding for unmet February 2015, Ms. Kain was ing for small “granny units.” Traf- mont. This month, Smart Asset www.ci.union-city.ca.us needs.” The increase of income named a recipient of the es- fic along Mission Boulevard cited listed Fremont the third-best pay- will allow the City to maintain or teemed YWCA Tribute to WATER/SEWER as reason for concern for all such ing city for women in tech, with improve current service, but pen- Women Award. This award rec- developments. Council com- a gender pay gap earning ratio of Alameda County Water District sion and healthcare costs con- ognizes the achievements of top- ments favored development but 87% and the only Bay Area city 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 p.m. tinue to pose fiscal problems. level Silicon Valley executives in a questioned masonry vs. wood in the top 15 cities. 43885 S. Grimmer Blvd., Fremont Mayor Bill Harrison Aye variety of industries. (510) 668-4200 sound wall and extension to in- In the Chinese Zodiac, the Vice Mayor Suzanne Lee Chan Aye Christine Liang, Founder and www.acwd.org clude a sixth home affected. Year of the Sheep honors loyalty, Vinnie Bacon Aye (2 Nay) President, ASI Corp — Founded in Approved: 4-1 hard work, and steadfastness. It East Bay Municipal Utility District Lilly Mei Aye (2 Nay) 1987, ASI is a computer compo- (Mei voted Nay) only seems fitting that we high- 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 1:15 p.m. Rick Jones Aye nents distribution company with 375 11th St., Oakland General Plan amendment to light the achievements of Fre- over 100 employees in Fremont. In (866) 403-2683 change land use designation for mont’s female CEOs to ring in www.ebmud.com 2013, the San Francisco Business the New Year. Times listed Christine Liang No. 1 Santa Clara Valley Water District 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m. 5700 Almaden Expwy., San Jose Hayward City to establish a cooperative agree- Legislative Business: administration and possible pri- (408) 265-2607, ext. 2277 ment with CalTrans for reimburse- Community and Media Rela- vate security patrols. The pro- www.valleywater.org Council ment of Phase 2 design expenses tions Officer Frank Holland and posed ordinance extends the Union Sanitary District March 3, 2015 from LATIP. City staff will apply Assistant City Manager Kelly lifetime of the CBD to 20 years 2nd/4th Monday @ 7:00 p.m. for a $12 million grant through the McAdoo introduced an ordi- and lowers the petition threshold 5072 Benson Rd., Union City Consent: Transportation Investment Gener- nance amending the Hayward to 30 percent of property or busi- (510) 477-7503 ating Economic Recovery Municipal Code by adding Arti- ness owners. Councilmember www.unionsanitary.com Council authorized city man- ager to execute agreements for (TIGER) Discretionary Grant pro- cle 20 to Chapter 8 of the Hay- Zermeño moved the motion, but SCHOOL DISTRICTS funding of Phase 2 and 3 of Route gram for additional funding. ward Municipal Code Relating to modified to lower the CBD time 238 Corridor Improvement Proj- Work Session: the establishment of Community period from 20 to 15 years. Castro Valley Unified School Board ect. According to staff report, Hayward Police Department’s Benefit Districts (CBD). Accord- (Márquez, Jones – Abstain) 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:00 p.m. 2nd quarter reports on their ing to the staff report, CBD is a 4400 Alma Ave., Castro Valley Phases 2 and 3 of the project will (510) 537-3000 improve Mission Boulevard from progress toward achieving Council “special benefit districts created Mayor Barbara Halliday Aye www.cv.k12.ca.us Industrial Parkway to the south city Priorities for FY 2015 was pre- for the purpose of establishing a Mayor Pro Tempore Greg Jones limit, and from A Street to the sented by Hayward Police Chief stable revenue source to fund spe- Aye, 1 Abstain Fremont Unified School Board Diane Urban. For full report, visit cial benefit services within the Francisco Zermeño Aye 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. north city limit, respectively. An 4210 Technology Dr., Fremont additional $21.9 million of LATIP www.hayward-ca.gov/city-govern- district.” Special services may in- Marvin Peixoto Aye (510) 657-2350 ment/city-council- clude more sidewalk sweeping, Al Mendall Absent www.fremont.k12.ca.us (Local Alternative Transportation Improvement Program) funds are meetings/2015/cca15pdf/cca03031 beautification programs, district Sara Lamnin Aye branding, marketing and promo- Hayward Unified School Board available for the Phase 2 and Phase 5full.pdf. Elisa Márquez Aye, 1 Abstain 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. 3 project. Part of the resolution is tions, parking mitigation pro- 24411 Amador Street, Hayward grams, social media, website, (510) 784-2600 www.husd.k12.ca.us Milpitas City mit and conditional use permit to construct Milpitas Unified School Board a 128-room, 4-story Holiday Inn Hotel. 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m. Unfinished Business: 1331 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas Council Meeting ACWD www.musd.org March 3, 2015 Authorize city manager to execute (406) 635-2600 ext. 6013 agreements with R3 Studios, Inc. to hire a Consent: landscape architect firm to prepare a construction New Haven Unified School Board 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m. Approve grant agreement with Federal street tree master plan in the not-to-ex- 34200 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City Emergency Management Agency and the ceed amount of $20,000. (510) 471-1100 Department of Homeland Security in the Reports of Commissions: update www.nhusd.k12.ca.us amount of $48,713 with a local match of Receive the mayor’s report on the UBMITTED BY ANIEL AIMES Newark Unified School District $5,412 for purchase of new breathing air 2015 national mayors’ challenge for water S D J 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. compressor for fire department. conservation and direct staff to enroll city 5715 Musick Ave., Newark Approve amendment to increase amount as a participant. ACWD (Alameda County Water District) (510) 818-4103 of existing agreement with BFGC Architects Consider request from Milpitas Execu- pipeline replacement work is underway near the www.newarkunified.org Planners, Inc. by $75,115. tive Lions Club to donate $1,500 and homes on Curtner Road off of Mission Blvd. in San Leandro Unified School Board Approve a consultant agreement with M- waive fees totaling $1,847 for “Kids & Warm Springs. This pipeline replacement work is to 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m. Group, Inc. to provide contract-planning Adults Day” on April 25, 2015. ensure that homes in the area have a reliable water 835 E. 14th St., San Leandro services as needed in the amount of Agreements: supply following an earthquake. (510) 667-3500 www.sanleandro.k12.ca.us $140,000. Receive presentation on the proposed In order to conduct this pipeline replacement Approve the first amendment to consult- Milpitas Skate Park feasibility study, direct work, the contractor requires a two-week road clo- San Lorenzo Unified School Board ing services agreement with Kelly Smith staff to prepare a funding plan for design sure of Curtner Road between Mission Blvd and 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7:30 p.m. Briar Place going on now until mid-March. Over 15510 Usher St., San Lorenzo doing business as the Smith Firm bringing and construction. The total project cost is (510) 317-4600 agreement to grand total of $35,000. estimated at $1.5 million with a possible the next two weeks, construction crews will be in- www.slzusd.org Public Hearings: completion date of 2019 or 2020. stalling a brand new ACWD water delivery pipeline Conduct a public hearing and adopt a Mayor José Esteves: Aye that will connect to the newly installed SFPUC Sunol Glen Unified School Board BDPL3&4 pipelines. 2nd Tuesday @ 5:30 p.m. resolution approving a site development and Vice Mayor Carmen Montano: Aye 11601 Main Street, Sunol conditional use permit to construct a 124- Debbie Indihar Giordano: Aye Residents in the area should take Paseo Padre (925) 862-2026 room, 5-story Springhill Hotel. Garry Barbadillo: Absent Parkway for entry to and exit from the neighbor- www.sunol.k12.ca.us Conduct a public hearing and adopt a Marsha Grilli: Aye hood during work hours. resolution approving a site development per- March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 29

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agenda extended meeting hours until the and thoughtful examination of the issue, PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN wee hours of the next morning. A group but a decision was required. The result Ramya Raman of affordable housing advocates made a was a split vote with even the maker of ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT rational and emotional case for their an alternative motion voting for the orig- Sharon Marshak cause. This preceded a series of public inal proposal to facilitate an end to the COPY EDITOR hearings on significant decisions. As the proceedings. Miriam G. Mazliach evening wore on, the toll on coun- A budget review that followed was cilmembers became evident. No less im- ASSIGNMENT EDITOR brief and superficial. Council comment, Julie Grabowski portant measures remained on the “Can we go home now?” calendar and could not be rescheduled CONTENT EDITOR for the following week since that meeting The lesson from such sessions should Maria Maniego had been cancelled. be that good decisions are not based on TRAVEL & DINING WILLIAM MARSHAK long, tiring meetings that elicit rote re- Finally, a staff recommendation and Sharon Marshak sponses. If groups are expected to rally critical vote on modification of the Af- PHOTOGRAPHERS magine that have just finished a day many speakers during Oral Communica- fordable Housing Ordinance was before Mike Heightchew of work with an average quota of ups tions, advance notification of the City the council. Developers had been waiting Don Jedlovec and downs. It’s time to relax at Clerk/Mayor may allow an earlier start I for hours, holding business decisions in home. Not so fast… for at least one time or special pre-council meeting com- abeyance until a decision was reached. OFFICE MANAGER evening – or more - each week, city munications. A plethora of public hear- Most citizens had left by this time; argu- Karin Diamond councilmembers, opponents and propo- ings in one council meeting may also be ments began over fees, unit sizes and in- nents of significant matters have addi- counterproductive. Balancing time and centives. At the heart of the discussion tional responsibilities to attend to. The issues at council meetings is an art that was how best to balance developer and BOOKKEEPING most visible of these are city council can result in reasoned and clear decisions Vandana Dua City goals, especially as they relate to af- meetings that can be brief but every so or a tangled web of confusion. All public fordable housing. Changing develop- often filled with hours of impassioned meetings should strive toward adequate ment rules and fees is a critical design DELIVERY MANAGER pleas for assistance, praise and criticism. time for discussion and deliberation tool for the City, especially in the Carlis Roberts without gratuitous and repetitive dis- Arguments over vital issues are often BART/Warm Springs area but the debate course. It’s a balancing act! emphatic, aggressive and lengthy. Deci- seemed to resolve nothing. REPORTERS sions require considerable evaluation As the hour grew later and later, pro- coupled with alert and attentive analysis Frank Addiego posals and counter proposals were shared to avoid negative unintended conse- Linda-Robin Craig dealing with a basic philosophical argu- quences. Attention to detail is often a Robbie Finley ment over how to address the need for critical factor for decision makers so Jessica Noël Chapin low and very low income units for sale or hours of mind-numbing debate that Sara Giusti rent. By the time a vote was taken, con- erode attention and critical thinking can Janet Grant fusion began to set in; councilmembers be counterproductive. Philip Holmes asked for clarification of exactly what William Marshak M.J. Laird In the Fremont City Council meeting they were voting on. It was evident that PUBLISHER Gustavo Lomas of March 3rd, a lengthy and substantial additional time was necessary for clear David R. Newman Jesse Peters Hillary Schmeel Scientists zeroing in on Mauricio Segura where air pollution goes in winter INTERNS Navya Kaur Simran Moza BY BROCK VERGAKIS “The emissions that lead to those things don’t Each flight starts with a plan based on Medha Raman ASSOCIATED PRESS stop in the wintertime, but there’s much less weather patterns and target zones focused on understanding of what the impacts are in the either large urban areas, coal-fired power HAMPTON, Va. (AP),Flying at night wintertime.’’ plants, oil and gas extraction fields, agricul- over some of the nation’s largest metropolitan Scientists believe the pollutants travel tural burning, or vegetation. But those plans WEB MASTER areas, a team of scientists is trying to get a much farther distances from their source in can change as specially designed instruments the winter because there’s less sunlight, caus- detect any hint of a pollutant. The instru- RAMAN CONSULTING better idea of exactly how far air pollution Venkat Raman travels and how it transforms during the cold, ing them to react with the atmosphere and ments on board can detect concentrations dark days of winter. create secondary pollutants at a much slower that are one out of a trillion air molecules that LEGAL COUNSEL The role that emissions from automobiles, rate. Ultimately, the research could result in are measured each second. Stephen F. Von Till, Esq. agriculture and power plants play in creating better forecasts for air quality in regions far “In the case of Atlanta, the goals would be unhealthy air during the summertime has away from the pollution’s primary source. to characterize Atlanta, but we follow the pol- been understood for a long time, but there’s NOAA and researchers from five universi- lution as it’s pushed by the winds into the been little research about what happens to ties sponsored by the National Science Foun- rural and suburban communities. We can fol- those same pollutants during the winter. dation have been conducting flights from low it for hundreds of miles,’’ said Joel Thorn- That’s primarily because summertime condi- NASA’s Langley Research Center in Virginia ton, a University of Washington atmospheric tions of intense sunlight and stagnant atmos- since Feb. 1 to measure pollutants in the air scientist who is serving as the project’s co- ADJUDICATION: from New York to Atlanta, and as far west as principal investigator with Brown. pheric conditions result in noticeably worse What’s Happening’s Tri-City Voice Cincinnati. The flights – in a C-130 plane The other universities involved in the re- ozone conditions, inviting the extra scrutiny. is a “newspaper of general circula- turned into a laboratory in the air – will con- search are the University of Colorado, Univer- “The acute pollution happens close to the tion” as set forth in sections 6000, tinue through mid-March and extend out to sity of New Hampshire, Georgia Tech and the source in the summertime, so people notice it et. seq., of the Government Code, the Atlantic Ocean, allowing researchers to University of California at Berkeley. and people regulate it and people study it,’’ for the County of Alameda, and get a better understanding of what happens to Steve Brown, a National Oceanic and Atmos- the State of California. pheric Administration researcher said Friday. the pollutants once they leave the U.S.

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The City of San Leandro has The seminar focuses on how to SUBMITTED BY TERESA MEYER announced that a Below Market prepare to become a homeowner, PHOTO BY JERRY HAMILTON Rate 3-bedroom, 2-bath town- strategies and protocols to finance PHOTOGRAPHY home is currently available for sale and purchase your home in the as part of the City’s Inclusionary current competitive real estate mar- Mayor Pauline Russo Cutter and the San Housing Program, which requires ket, and special homebuyer assis- Leandro City Council unanimously adopted that 15 percent of for-sale housing tance programs available to first a new five-year contract with current City units be sold at affordable units to time homebuyers. Upon complet- Manager Chris Zapata. He has been serving income qualified buyers. The home ing the seminar, eligible San Lean- the community in this capacity since Janu- is located in the desirable Cherry- dro residents may make an ary 2012, and brings with him over 20 years wood subdivision, at 710 Matoza appointment to receive free home- of experience as a city manager. Street, (close to the San Leandro buyer counseling. “The City Council and I have been BART Station, downtown, and There are a number of helpful highly impressed with Chris’ leadership over freeway access. homebuyer assistance programs the past three years, as well as all of the posi- The home will be open for that are made available through tive momentum that has been developing in viewing on Saturday, March 14 public and private sources that may our city since he joined the organization,” from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The sales be helpful to interested buyers for noted Mayor Cutter. “We are so excited to price of the home is $307,000, the BMR unit for sale. These pro- have a person of his caliber continue in his which cannot be bid up because grams could significantly reduce role as our City Manager, and we’re de- of affordability restrictions. the amount of down payment and lighted to have the stability at the top of the All interested households are re- monthly costs for eligible home- organization that goes along with this quired to submit a program eligi- buyers. The seminar will discuss multi-year contract. Now we can continue bility application to the City’s how a homebuyer may be able to to plan for the short term as well as five contracted Program Administrator, take advantage of one or more of years out.” Bay Area Homebuyer Agency these programs. As part of his new contract, the City Man- (BAHBA). To obtain a copy of the ager will earn a salary of $223,000 to be ad- application and/or to get more in- Viewing of Housing Unit justed annually based upon the Bay Area Consumer Price Index, as well as a one-time $22,300 payment in formation on the property, please Saturday, Mar 14 recognition of exemplary performance and his not having received any salary increases for the past three years. email BAHBA at info@myhome- 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. The City Manager will continue to voluntarily contribute $20,000 annually from his own salary to that of the gateway.com or call (415) 213- 710 Matoza St, San Leandro Assistant City Manager and Chief of Police until 2017. Under the terms of the new contract, the City Manager 8368. Please reference San Leandro (415) 213-8368 will also continue to pay his full employee share of retirement contributions, and the City Council will provide an BMR in your email. Information Apply: annual evaluation of his performance. on the home is also available on the [email protected] “I am truly honored that the City Council has offered me the opportunity to continue serving the San BAHBA website www.myhome- www.myhomegateway.com Leandro community over the next five years,” added Zapata. “I look forward to working with the City gateway.com. Council, city staff, local residents, businesses, and other stakeholders as we continue to move San Leandro For anyone interested in pur- First Time Homebuyer Seminar forward. The future is bright for our fine city.” chasing their first home, the City of Saturday, Mar 28 San Leandro and BAHBA will be 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. conducting a free first time home- Marina Community Center buyer seminar on Saturday, March 15301 Wicks Blvd, Union City Whipple Road pavement 28 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sem- San Leandro inar will be held at the Marina (415) 213-8368 rehabilitation project Register: Community Center located at SUBMITTED BY THE CITY OF HAYWARD 15301 Wicks Blvd and is part of www.myhomegateway.com The City of Union City will be performing pavement rehabilitation on Whipple Road from Amaral Street to Ithaca Street starting the week of March 9. Weather permitting, the work is scheduled for completion the week of March 30. The contractor will be allowed lane closures on Whipple Road between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to Kansen Chu 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Milling of intersections and all asphalt concrete placement will occur at night, 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Utility adjustments and striping will occur after final pavement has been placed. Please appointed to key direct questions to the Union City Department of Public Works at (510) 675-5308. select committees San Leandro Human Resources

SUBMITTED BY REICHEL EVERHART receives national award of excellence UBMITTED BY ERESA EYER hard work and dedication of our staff. This award is Assemblymember Kansen Chu (D – San Jose) has been appointed S T M about people, and our people are the best.” to the following select committees in the California State Assembly: Mayor Pauline Russo Cutter and the San Lean- The new online enrollment system is important Select Committee on Asia/California Trade and Investment Promotion dro City Council announced that the City’s Human because it facilitates the open enrollment process for Select Committee on Foster Care Resources Department was recently honored with a employees and empowers them to manage and up- Select Committee on Homelessness national award of excellence from the International date their benefit selections. The introduction of the Public Management Association for its on-line ben- system vastly increased efficiency in benefits admin- Select Committee on Improving Bay Area Transportation Systems efits system. The online benefits system is used by istration, streamlined the delivery of benefits, and “I am honored to be appointed to these important select commit- City personnel in order to sign up for their health has made it a near paperless process. tees and I am looking forward to productive conversations on issues care coverage and various other employee benefits. Each year the organization selects only three or- that are important to the 25th Assembly District and the State of Cali- “This award demonstrates the constant strides ganizations from the northern California region, fornia,” stated Chu. we are making at City Hall in order to streamline making this a highly coveted and distinguished Kansen Chu represents the 25th District in the California State As- processes and increase the efficiency of our opera- honor for the City of San Leandro. For more infor- sembly, which consists of the cities of Santa Clara, Milpitas, Newark tions,” noted Mayor Cutter. “Receiving national mation, please call (510) 577-3399, or email: lbel- and portions of Fremont and San Jose. recognition for these efforts is a testament to the [email protected]. MacDonald named national Moreau wins: in section finals player of the week SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM SUBMITTED AND PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW Cal State East Bay softball senior Jaynie MacDonald was named the Louisville/Slugger National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Division II Na- Moreau Catholic rallied from being as many as eight points behind in the first half; of- tional Player of the Week, for games played over Feb. 23-March 1. fense toward the end of the first half closed the gap to 35-34 and then took control with a “Jaynie is a special student-athlete,” said Cal State East Bay head coach Barbara Pierce. 10-0 run to start things moving in the right direction. “She is the first one at practice and the last one to leave. She always does the little things Opening a lead, the and the things no one else wants to do. She had a monster week, and it was well earned Mariners finally found a way through the hard work she puts in every day at practice and in the gym.” to take control of the paint MacDonald launched five home runs in five games while hitting .417 (8-for-17) over area which led to a 80-69 the week. She hit homers in three consecutive at bats over two games, and blasted the victory. Star athletes of the game-winning 3-run homer in a series opening 4-3 win versus No. 19 Humboldt State. game for Moreau Catholic MacDonald was also named California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) were Armond Simmons who Player of the Week, and Cal State East Bay Female Athlete of the Week. She leads all had 14 points and Oscar CCAA players with seven home runs and ranks second with 20 RBI. Frayer who again demon- strated his speed with 13 points. This was a well earned win as the Pirates of Sir Francis Drake-San Anselmo fought to the fin- ish with great play and good ball passing closed the deficit to four points, 63-59, in the final quarter. But the last four minutes belonged to the Moreau Catholic Mariners as they drove in the last 17 points to move to advance to Saturday’s divi- sion 3 North Coast Section final against Bishop O’- Dowd at St. Mary’s College. March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 31

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in the medical field of the military in Costa Rica, Hawaii and other places. After leaving the military, he attended school to become a real estate broker and later a mort- gage loan broker associate. He attended De Anza College in Cupertino where he received his asso- ciate’s degree in business administration. He often remarked on how he loved his job and loved going to work. He was in the real estate in- dustry for more than 50 years. As a longtime pro- fessional, he was very honest and personable and received great pleasure in helping other people. The Drakes have been residents of Milpitas for approximately 36 years. Mr. Drake is survived by Dianna Lee Cramer, age 73, form of recreation and entertain- his wife of 38 years, Georgia, their only child Gi- took her last breath on February ment. Along with her love of anna, their family pet Candie Royale, and two 26, 2015, with her three children food came great hospitality. cousins, John Harrington of Orland and Sheri and her granddaughter by her Neighbors, friends and family Royers of Chico. He was predeceased by his side. Dianna was peaceful at last were known to gather around her mother Monita May Boyd-Drake, a native of Cali- after numerous health battles kitchen table for love, warmth, fornia, and his father James Lee Drake, originally spanning decades of her life. conversation and sharing. of Tennessee. Dianna was born on March Dianna also enjoyed sewing, The Drake family would like to thank the doc- 27, 1941 to George Alonzo and shopping, reading, meeting with tors and their staff, the nurses, the technicians, Treasa Milburn in Kansas City, friends and going to Half Moon The Drake family announces with deep sor- Washington Radiation Oncology Center, Valley Missouri. Dianna moved to Cali- Bay, her “church”. She took row the passing away of James Lee Drake, loving Medical Oncology Consultants, emergency medical fornia as a child, grew up in Con- pride in her appearance and was husband and father, on Jan. 17, 2015 in Fre- technicians, Washington Hospital, Palo Alto Med- cord, and went to Mt. Diablo beautiful both inside and out. mont. He was surrounded by family while his fa- ical Foundation, and Lincoln Villa and Gentiva High School. She met Robert Dianna was a strong, independ- vorite music CDs played in the background. Hospice, who greatly contributed to making Mr. “Bob” Cramer while working at ent and courageous woman, Mr. Drake was a native of California and Drake’s last days as comfortable as possible. Capwell’s and after a short fighting through many physical was born in Oakland. He grew up in Lafayette, A memorial service in “Celebration of Jim’s courtship, they married on Au- challenges over the years. The played the trumpet in the high school band, Life” is scheduled Saturday, March 14, at 2 p.m. gust 8, 1959. Dianna and Bob hardest thing for her was when and worked in a butcher shop after school All family and friends are welcome. The service moved to Belmont, where they her declining health required her making hamburgers so that he could buy old will be held at Christ Community Church of lived and raised their family, only and Bob to move into assisted liv- clunker cars to restore. His car hobby pro- Milpitas, 1000 S. Park Victoria Drive. A recep- recently moving from their home ing in 2014. The family wishes gressed to collecting classic cars and he was a tion at the church will follow immediately after on Hiller Street when their health to thank all of the loving, caring member of the Antique Chevrolet Club of the service and everyone is welcome. required them to move into as- people at Lincoln Villa in Fre- America for many years. His other hobbies in- The family asks that donations be considered sisted living. mont who cared for her, be- cluded flying, boating and coin collecting. He for the Deacons Fund at Christ Community Dianna was a stay at home friended her (and shopped with sang, played the accordion and piano and had a Church of Milpitas, Gentiva Hospice, or to the Mom, raising four children and her) in this past year. deep passion for music, especially classical charity of your choice. perfecting the art of homemaking. Dianna is survived by her hus- music. After graduating from Acalanes High Tri-City Cremation & Funeral Service 5800 She also worked at an answering band, Robert Cramer; her School in Lafayette in 1955, Mr. Drake en- Thornton Ave. Suite 400 Newark, CA service and was the resident Avon brother, William Jenkins of Car- listed in the U.S. Naval Air Reserves and served 510.494.1984 lady in the neighborhood for son City, NV; her children, Matt years. As a homemaker, Dianna (son) and his wife Eileen, and took pride in her home and family grandchildren Chris, Jessica and VTA BART Silicon Valley Project on track and spent much of her time shut- Erik; Kelly (daughter) and grand- tling her children to Little League children Josh and Emily; Bliss and softball practices and games, Karen (daughter) and grandson SUBMITTED BY SANTA CLARA VALLEY placed south of Dixon Landing Road for a com- scorekeeping, working the conces- Rolf; and a number of other close TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (SCVTA) bined total of two miles of trackway. sion stand, driving to dance les- relatives and friends. Now that the initial trackway has been laid, sons and recitals. She sacrificed of There will be a private scatter- After nearly three years of construction, VTA SSH will continue north building the track sys- her time and resources to give her ing of her remains off of Pillar has reached another major milestone that indi- tem until the new Warm Springs BART Station children every opportunity to pur- Point Harbor in Half Moon Bay cates that the project remains on track – literally. in South Fremont is reached. BART service to sue their dreams and individuality. and a memorial celebration of her Joint venture contractor Skanska, Shimmick, Warm Spring is scheduled to open later this year. One of Dianna’s favorite life for close family and friends. Herzog (SSH) recently installed the first set of This will provide the connection between VTA’s things to do was cook, and she Dianna was a devoted wife, tracks for VTA’s BART Silicon Valley Berryessa BART Silicon Valley Berryessa Extension to passed on the love of good food mother, grandmother and friend, Extension. Approximately 7,100 feet of rail is in BART’s infrastructure, enabling the beginning of and wine to her children, who and will be deeply missed by all the ground north of Kato Road in the City of system testing. Passenger service on the Berryessa have been known to peruse the who knew her and loved her. Fremont. In the City of Milpitas, 3,500 feet was Extension is anticipated to start by late 2017. aisles of the grocery store as a Page 32 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

BY SIMRAN MOZA puter science. “I personally found it re- warding to share my enthusiasm for build- Since its inception two years ago, Irv- ing software,” Meng said. ington Science Olympiad and STEM Club The club also invites professional guest has striven to increase community interest speakers from the technology industry to in Science, Technology, Engineering, and increase Irvington High School’s student Math (STEM) fields via guest speakers, body interest in the STEM fields. “Work- workshops, and lab experiments. On ing in conjunction with Irvington’s Com- March 15, the club will host “Science puter Science Club this year, we had guest Day” at the Fremont Main Library. speakers from companies such as Nutanix “The goal is to bring hands-on oppor- and MakeSchool hold workshops at Irv- tunities, a positive peer culture, and per- ington on topics ranging from cloud com- sonalized education for youth to learn and puting to iOS game development,” Meng love the STEM fields,” said Michael said. Currently, the club is planning to run Meng, Co-President of Irvington Science Amgen-Bruce Wallace Biotechnology labs Olympiad and STEM club. at Irvington related to DNA replication At “Science Day” the club will conduct and PCR techniques. various demonstrations, mini-experiments, Aside from organizing STEM-related and lectures that cover a wide range of top- workshops in the community, the club also ics, such as illustrating how water mole- competes in regional Science Olympiad cules move, showing how the human tournaments. Science Olympiad is a sci- muscular system works, making glycerol ence competition with a wide variety of super bubbles, extracting DNA from events, including written or study events, strawberries, explaining drag forces in- wet laboratory events, and construction volved with DIY paper mini-helicopters, events, most of which emphasize multiple examining the separation of pigments from STEM disciplines. “Our competition team black marker ink, and learning about elec- consists of 15 members, and we organize tric and magnetic forces. study groups and promote collaborative Last December, the club worked with learning when preparing for competitions” Science Day Mentors help grades Code for Fun to run a computer science Meng added. Sunday, Mar 15 K-6 with science fair ideas workshop at the Fremont Main Library. As event coordinator, Meng hopes that 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Grades K-3 – lec- Fremont Main Library Elementary school kids were taught how to everything goes smoothly and the kids tures and experiments 2400 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont make games using Scratch Programming, have fun while learning about science and 2:40 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.: Grades 4-6 – lec- (510) 745-1421 enabling them to solve problems, design engineering. tures and experiments http://guides.aclibrary.org/Fremont projects, and communicate ideas via com- 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: High School

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“Are you certain what you wish is what you want?” Irvington High School’s Irving- ton Conservatory Theatre is proud to pres- ent “Into the Woods,” Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s 1988 musical that ex- plores the world of fairy tales and what really happens after “happily ever after.” This crowd-favorite musical performs March 13 through 28 at the Valhalla Theatre.

Combining the familiar stories of Cin- derella, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Little Red Riding Hood with some over the district who are part of Irvington’s 14, 22, and 28 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets range new stories about a childless baker and his arts magnet program, and local audiences from $10 - $20 and are available online or wife who are cursed by a witch, “Into the have watched many of the performers liter- at the door a half hour before curtain time. Woods” is both charming and thought ally grow up on stage. Many of the cast For more information, visit www.ihs- provoking. With the woods as a metaphor members have also performed with drama.com or call (510) 396-7790. for life, each character learns something StarStruck Theatre, Stage 1, Ohlone Sum- new—and vital—as they face the un- merFest, Aaaahz Theatre, and Theatre- Into the Woods known in search of their heart’s desires. Works, to name a few, since they were very Friday, Mar 13 – Saturday, Mar 28 A recently released movie version, star- young children. This lush production fea- 7:00 p.m., matinees at 2:30 p.m. ring Meryl Streep, has made this intriguing tures a full orchestra, and costumes and Irvington High School and sometimes dark musical popular with scenic design by award-winning designers Valhalla Theatre new audiences, who are now eager to see and directors. It’s sure to be a memorable 41800 Blacow Rd, Fremont the live version on stage. time at the theatre. www.ihsdrama.com Irvington Conservatory Theatre is com- Performances will be March 13 - 15, 19 (510) 396-7790 prised of hand-selected students from all - 21, and 26 - 28 at 7:00 p.m., and March Tickets: $10 - $20 March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 33

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Fremont indecent exposure report at Fre- block of Holly Street on a re- mont Main Library (2400 ported battery. Information re- Police Log Stevenson Boulevard). An un- vealed that the female suspect had known suspect exposed himself to barricaded herself in a residence a female on the second floor of and refused to cooperate with of- SUBMITTED BY GENEVA the library. The suspect is de- ficers. Just prior to the door being BOSQUES, FREMONT PD scribed as a Hispanic male adult, forced open, the female exited the 30 years old, with black, shoul- residence where she was then Friday, February 27 der-length hair, and wearing sun- taken into custody for battery. At 9:00 a.m., a female victim glasses on his head; dark green, Thursday, March 5 called 911 to report she had her long-sleeved shirt; navy colored At approximately 7:00 p.m., a purse pulled from her and money blue shorts; and red sneaker resident returned to his apart- stolen in the area of Five Corners shoes. The suspect fled prior to ment on the 4900 block of (Irvington). Officers responded and police arrival. Case was investi- Stevenson Blvd. As he started to located the male suspect who was gated by Officer Hollifield. enter the apartment, an unknown arrested for the robbery along with Officers investigated a residen- suspect pushed the door shut two active arrest warrants. Case was tial burglary in the 43000 block from the inside and locked the investigated by Officer Candler. of Washington Common. Point resident out. He called police At 1:15 p.m., Fremont Fire En- of entry was the rear sliding glass right away, but the suspect fled gine 53 came across a 17-year-old door. No suspect leads, prints and prior to police arrival. juvenile female robbery victim near video surveillance are available at At approximately 8:35 p.m., a Fremont Boulevard and Clough this time. Losses were jewelry and male approached a victim at the Street. The victim reported that a electronics. Case was investigated Wells Fargo ATM located at Wal- male had reached into her pockets by Officer Malcomson. nut Ace and Liberty St. The sus- and stole her cash. Citizen witnesses Multiple officers responded to pect simulated a handgun and and fire fighters detained the sus- Mowry Avenue and Mission demanded the victim’s money, pect before he was able to flee as of- Boulevard for a verified alarm at but the victim refused and the ficers arrived. An adult male was an auto dealership. The caller re- suspect fled in an unknown color arrested and the loss was recovered. ported live video of suspects in- sedan. Case was investigated by Officer side the business. A perimeter was A resident on Yucutan Drive Dodson. established followed by a K-9 in the south endof town arrived Saturday, February 28 search. No suspects were located. home shortly after 10:00 pm Three classrooms at Irvington No vehicles or keys were taken and heard drilling sounds com- High School were broken into by but the office had been searched. ing from the bedroom. As the unknown suspect(s). Loss was a This is the second time in two resident walked toward the laptop computer. weeks that this business has been bedroom he was confronted by A call came into dispatch re- burglarized. Case was investigated a fleeing suspect who pointed a garding two groups of men get- by Officer San Luis. handgun at him and told him ting into a fight at Cloverleaf Monday, March 2 to get out. The victim ran to Bowl. One male was struck in the A vehicle was stolen from the his neighbor’s house and called head with a baseball bat. The Chipotle restaurant, located on police. A perimeter was set-up male’s injuries included a lacera- the 5500 block of Automall Park- and a K9 search was conducted, tion and a possible broken nose. way. The suspect vehicle is a red but the suspect(s) escaped prior The male was transported to a 4-door Jetta or Passat. to police arrival. The suspect(s) hospital with non-life threatening Officers investigated an auto used the victim’s power tools to injuries. There were numerous burglary at Chili’s (Fremont attempt defeat a large safe in witnesses but no suspect was Hub), where there was no suspect the bedroom and there was ex- identified. Case was investigated information. tensive ransacking. A bag of by Officer San Luis and Field Tuesday, March 3 items stolen from the home was Training Officer (FTO) Taylor. At approximately 8:20 a.m., found down the street. Investi- Sunday, March 1 Officer Rodriguez and FTO Ma- gated by Officer Forsberg and Officers were dispatched to an gana responded to the 37000 FTO Macciola. DID YOU KNOW? Some Bank, Loan Institutions Require Flood Insurance In Order To Finance Your Home Attempted kidnapping THINK MELLO INSURANCE SUBMITTED BY SGT. MARK ORMSBY, #OB84518 510-790-1118 HAYWARD PD www.insurancemsm.com The Hayward Police Department is seek- ing the assistance of the public in identifying the suspect in the attempted kidnapping of a 15 year old girl early on Friday, March 6, 2015. On March 6th at 4:09 p.m., patrol offi- cers responded to the area of the 24000 block of Whitman Ave on a report of an at- tempted kidnapping. A 15 year old female victim stated she was approached by a white male who tried to pull her into his vehicle as she was walking home alone from school. The victim was able to fight back and escape from the male and ran to a nearby neighbor’s house. The suspect fled the scene and was not located by responding patrol officers. The suspect was not known to the victim and she explained to investigators that she had not seen him before. The suspect is described as a white male adult, 20’s, tan complexion, scruffy short beard, no mustache, brown short hair, 5’6” – 5’7”inches tall, 140 to 150 pounds, skinny build, squared prescription glasses, hazel eyes. Last seen wearing a gray shirt, black knee length shorts, orange athletic socks, and sandals. He was last seen driving a white sedan, possibly a newer model 4-door Honda Civic, with paper plates. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Hayward Police Communications Center at (510) 293-7000 or their local law enforcement agency. The description is similar to the incident that oc- curred on 2/20/2015 around 3:06 p.m. There is a possibility these two incidents are related. Domestic battery suspect arrested

SUBMITTED BY Edsel Drive in Milpitas. The offi- Nearby homes were evacuated LT. RAJ MAHARAJ, cer exited his patrol car to contact and the evacuated residents were Gutierrez, who at the time was allowed to return home shortly MILPITAS PD holding a knife. Gutierrez refused after the conclusion of this inci- to comply with the officer’s direc- dent. Gutierrez was booked into On Tuesday, February 24, tives to drop his knife and the Santa Clara County Main Jail 2015 at approximately 3:47 p.m., Gutierrez was eventually con- for domestic battery. the victim called 9-1-1 to report tained to a driveway in the 300 Anyone with any information the father of her child, Geronimo block of Carnegie Drive. Gutier- regarding this investigation or Gomez Gutierrez, had struck her rez produced a second knife, held witnessed this incident involving and was trying to take their both knives to his throat, and Geronimo Gomez Gutierrez is daughter from the home. The threatened to hurt himself. encouraged to call the Milpitas victim said Gutierrez was last Several Milpitas Police officers Police Department at (408) 586- seen outside of their home and he responded to the 300 block of 2400. Information can be given was in possession of a knife. Carnegie Drive and a Crisis Ne- anonymously by calling the Within minutes, Milpitas Police gotiator spoke with Gutierrez for Crime Tip Hotline at (408) 586- officers arrived on scene and approximately one hour. As nego- 2500 or via the Milpitas Police started to search for Gutierrez in tiations deteriorated, officers im- Department website at: the area. An officer located plemented a plan to disarm http://www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/gov Gutierrez on the 1300 block of Gutierrez and arrested him. ernment/police/crime_tip.asp Page 34 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

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AP WIRE SERVICE service, made nervous by a series “My mom, she wanted some tions that go off without a hitch. common-sense precautions. BY CRAIG SCHNEIDER of deaths police have linked to tires off Craigslist. She went to Similarly, many people who Marino Callum, 23, buys cars Craigslist transactions. Buyers meet the guy,’’ said Kameyah regularly use the Atlanta section off Craigslist, which he refur- THE ATLANTA JOURNAL- and sellers are asking more ques- Ransom, 18, of Atlanta, recalling of the site say the great majority bishes and resells. He says he sells CONSTITUTION tions over the phone before meet- the nighttime incident in the of deals occur without incident. about a dozen a year, specializing ing. They’re taking fewer chances Panola Road area last year. “She ``My research shows that the in Honda Civics. ATLANTA (AP), With gray and observing stricter rules about saw him. He was in a small car public tends to exaggerate the fre- “You get to interact with peo- skies and a curtain of drizzly rain, when and where they’ll meet. and she didn’t see any tires. She quency of relatively rare but seri- ple instead of dealerships, with all the transaction at the McDon- A search this week on just turned around.’’ ous crimes like homicide, because their lies and foolishness,’’ he ald’s had an aura of film noir. Craigslist Atlanta for the term Others have simply sworn off these crimes are selected out and said. As Bill Lucas conferred with “police station’’ turned up almost the site, fearful that they will be disproportionately reported by Often, he’s bringing several the buyer in one booth, his wife – 300 ads. A spot check revealed swindled, beaten or worse. the news media because of their thousand dollars in cash to the a black belt in American Karate – that most specified that the per- “I’ve sold on Craigslist. Some newsworthiness,’’ said Mark transactions. watched discretely from another, son placing the ad wanted to con- furniture. I let a guy come to my Warr, a criminologist and sociol- “I don’t go to deals unarmed,’’ strategically located between duct any transaction at a local house,’’ said Lauren Sheldon, 56, ogy professor at the University of he said. “I take a gun, a Glock.’’ them and the door. Lucas had police station. of Dunwoody. “I’ll never do that Texas at Austin. Still others say they’ve learned chosen the restaurant specifically In recent months, an increas- again. Really, I wouldn’t even go Still, random interviews by the the hard way to steer clear of cer- for its surveillance cameras. And, ing number of metro Atlanta po- on Craigslist. Never. I would AJC with about 15 people found tain transactions. as always, he didn’t hand over the lice departments have offered never even think about it.’’ that the majority have increasing Rob Cuddeback said he’s refurbished iPhone 5 until the “safe zones’’ for such transactions. Lately, one crime has followed concern about the safety of doing learned his lesson about the dan- buyer produced the $215. They include Smyrna, Wood- on the heels of another. In Janu- business via Craigslist. And some gers of Craigslist. Last year, he Given the recent spate of stock, Kennesaw, Roswell and the ary, Bud and June Runion of Ma- have crafted elaborate game plans bought a 59-inch TV that the crimes linked to Craigslist, more county departments of Cobb and rietta were killed after driving to for their Craigslist transactions. seller delivered to his home and and more people are adopting Gwinnett. a remote spot in Telfair County When Marvelle Fluker sold her helped set up. He turned it on, it precautions long urged by the “I pick the place. I don’t let in search of a classic Mustang. couch last month on Craigslist, she worked for several minutes and site’s owners and law enforcement them pick the place,’’ said Glenn Two weeks later, a Clark Atlanta made sure to meet the buyer at a he handed over $200. officials. For Lucas, a computer Reynolds, 50, of Cartersville. University student, James Earl nearby gas station, and she brought Minutes after the guy left, the executive who’s been selling and “And I would have a gun in the Jones Jr., was robbed and killed her two sons along. The buyer set died, said Cuddeback, 35, a buying on Craigslist part-time for car, and a pocket knife on me.’’ while attempting to buy an seemed to be alone, but Fluker Dunwoody real estate investor. 15 years, such precautions are He prefers buying on iPhone 6 from someone who ad- asked her to open the back of her “It’s inherently stupid to con- second nature. Craigslist over, say, eBay, because vertised it on the site. rental truck, “to make sure nobody tact a stranger online, notify “I’m careful,’’ said Lucas, 53, he can actually see and handle the Craigslist crime is a national oc- else was there.’’ them that you have money, and “and procedural.’’ product. currence. Peter Zollman, whose When they drove out of the then invite that stranger into the Craigslist, in some ways, is the “As long as you’re willing to classified ad consulting firm tracks gas station to head back to house,’’ he said. “If I was a crimi- new Casablanca, an alluring but take the risks involved in the phenomenon, said he found Fluker’s Atlanta home, Fluker nal, I would say this is the great- somewhat dodgy realm where you Craigslist, it’s better, because you news reports for over 20 killings re- went first, followed by the est thing in the world.’’ can meet a stranger, come to terms can go and see it. If it’s a piece of lated to the site in 2014. woman, followed by Fluker’s sons So is he through with and, in a matter of minutes, buy or electronics, you can turn it on to Craigslist officials did not re- in a third car, “just to make sure Craigslist? sell almost anything your heart de- make sure it works,’’ he said. spond to interview requests. In the we weren’t followed,’’ she re- “I would sell, not buy,’’ he said. sires. Despite some risk, there is the “Plus you can haggle a little.’’ past they have said the number of called. “And I wouldn’t let her Information from: The Atlanta promise of a great deal. If something doesn’t smell crimes linked to the online market- into my house.’’ Journal-Constitution, Many people, however, are re- right, some people say they auto- place is negligible, compared the Other people say they’ve al- http://www.ajc.com thinking how they use the online matically bail. hundreds of millions of transac- ways taken what, to them, seem Page 36 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015

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The address of the court is 24405 Amador St., NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of The registrant began to transact business using This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Hayward, CA 94544 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- the fictitious business name(s) listed above on Alameda County on February 13, 2015 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be ally expires at the end of five years from the date N/A. NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of CIVIL published at least once each week for four suc- on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, I declare that all information in this statement Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- cessive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section is true and correct. (A registrant who declares ally expires at the end of five years from the date the petition in the following newspaper of general 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change as true any material matter pursuant to Section on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, circulation, printed in this county: Tri-City Voice in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant 17913 of the Business and Professions code that except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Date: Feb 9, 2015 to section 17913 other than a change in the the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change FOR CHANGE OF NAME Winifred Y. Smith residence address of a registered owner. A new demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Case No. HG15759944 Judge of the Superior Court fictitious business name statement must be filed thousand dollars [$1,000].) to section 17913 other than a change in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 before the expiration. /s/ Maninder Singh residence address of a registered owner. A new Petition of: Sean Leonard Boynton for Change CNS-2716910# The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of fictitious business name statement must be filed of Name rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Alameda County on February 6, 2015. before the expiration. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: name in violation of the rights of another under NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- Petitioner Sean Leonard Boynton filed a petition federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- rize the use in this state of a fictitious business with this court for a decree changing names as et seq., Business and Professions Code). ally expires at the end of five years from the date name in violation of the rights of another under follows: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Sean Leonard Boynton to Sean Leonard Pope CNS-2722917# except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section et seq., Business and Professions Code). The Court orders that all persons interested in this 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/15 NAMES in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant matter appear before this court at the hearing indi- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CNS-2719183# cated below to show cause, if any, why the petition to section 17913 other than a change in the NAME STATEMENT residence address of a registered owner. A new for change of name should not be granted. Any File No. 501437 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT person objecting to the name changes described fictitious business name statement must be filed Fictitious Business Name(s): before the expiration. OF USE OF FICTITIOUS above must file a written objection that includes FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Otomooch, 37447 Fremont Blvd., #204, BUSINESS NAME the reasons for the objection at least two court NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda; P.O. rize the use in this state of a fictitious business File No. 474973 days before the matter is scheduled to be heard File No. 502022 Box 1472, Fremont, CA 94538 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned and must appear at the hearing to show cause Fictitious Business Name(s): name in violation of the rights of another under Registrant(s): federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 the use of the fictitious business name: Aone why the petition should not be granted. If no writ- Onvase LLC, 964 Dowling Blvd, San Leandro, Sonia Sohn, 6025 Joaquin Murieta Ave. #G, Beauty Saloon, 4927 Mansbury St., Fremont, ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant CA 94577, County of Alameda et seq., Business and Professions Code). Newark, CA 94560 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 CA 94538 the petition without a hearing. 1319 Washington Ave Suite 762, San Leandro, Business conducted by: an Individual The Fictitious Business Name Statement being Notice of Hearing: CA 94577 The registrant began to transact business using CNS-2721018# abandoned was filed on 02/15/2013 in the County Date: 5/8/2015, Time: 8:45 a.m., Dept.: 503 Registrant(s): the fictitious business name(s) listed above on of Alameda. The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, Onvase LLC, 964 Dowling Blvd, San Leandro, N/A. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT Ranjita Khadka, 4927 Mansbury St., Fremont, Civil Division, Rm. 108, Hayward, CA 94544 CA 94577; CA I declare that all information in this statement OF USE OF FICTITIOUS CA 94538 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be Business conducted by: A Limited Liability is true and correct. (A registrant who declares BUSINESS NAME This business was conducted by: published at least once each week for four suc- Company as true any material matter pursuant to Section File No. 449768 S/ Ranjita Khadka cessive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on The registrant began to transact business using 17913 of the Business and Professions code that The following person(s) has (have) abandoned This statement was filed with the County Clerk of the petition in the following newspaper of general the fictitious business name(s) listed above on the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- the use of the fictitious business name: Tapioca Alameda County on January 30, 2015. circulation, printed in this county: Tri-City Voice N/A demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one & Tastea, 1964 Driscoll Rd., Fremont, CA 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/15 Date: Feb. 25, 2015 I declare that all information in this statement thousand dollars [$1,000].) 94539; Mailing Address: 255 Anza St., Fremont, CNS-2718961# WINIFRED Y. SMITH is true and correct. (A registrant who declares /s/ Sonia Sohn CA 94539 Judge of the Superior Court as true any material matter pursuant to Section This statement was filed with the County Clerk of The Fictitious Business Name Statement for the 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/15 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Alameda County on February 18, 2015. Partnership was filed on March 20, 2011 in the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- CNS-2724789# NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of County of Alameda. NAME STATEMENT demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Linda International, Inc., 1964 Driscoll Rd., File No. 501285 thousand dollars [$1,000].) ally expires at the end of five years from the date Fremont, CA 94539; California Fictitious Business Name(s): ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE /s/ Tom Francis, Member Hathi Brand Foods Inc, 30315 Union City Blvd, FOR CHANGE OF NAME on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, S/ Lei Chen, CFO Onvase LLC except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section Linda International, Inc. Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Case No. HG15757599 This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Registrant(s): Superior Court of California, County of Alameda 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on March 3, 2015 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Alameda County on February 13, 2015. Hathi Brand Foods Inc, 30315 Union City Blvd, Petition of: Daljit Kaur Dhaliwal for Change of NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Union City, CA 94587; California Name to section 17913 other than a change in the 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- residence address of a registered owner. A new Business conducted by: A Corporation TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: ally expires at the end of five years from the date CNS-2721017# The registrant began to transact business using Petitioner Daljit Kaur Dhaliwal filed a petition fictitious business name statement must be filed on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, before the expiration. the fictitious business name(s) listed above on with this court for a decree changing names as except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT N/A follows: The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change rize the use in this state of a fictitious business OF USE OF FICTITIOUS I declare that all information in this statement Daljit Kaur Dhaliwal to Daljit Kaur Bahrey in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant BUSINESS NAME is true and correct. (A registrant who declares The Court orders that all persons interested in this name in violation of the rights of another under to section 17913 other than a change in the federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 File No. 459168 as true any material matter pursuant to Section matter appear before this court at the hearing indi- residence address of a registered owner. A new The following person(s) has (have) abandoned 17913 of the Business and Professions code that cated below to show cause, if any, why the petition et seq., Business and Professions Code). fictitious business name statement must be filed 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 the use of the fictitious business name: The Chi the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- for change of name should not be granted. Any before the expiration. Center, 40488 Vogel Court, Fremont, CA 94538 demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one person objecting to the name changes described The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- CNS-2722910# The Fictitious Business Name Statement for the thousand dollars [$1,000].) above must file a written objection that includes rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Partnership was filed on 11/01/2014 in the County /s/ Sanjay Birla, VP=Vice President the reasons for the objection at least two court name in violation of the rights of another under FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of Alameda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of days before the matter is scheduled to be heard federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 NAME STATEMENT Hsiuling Chen, 40488 Vogel Court, Fremont, CA Alameda County on February 11, 2015 and must appear at the hearing to show cause et seq., Business and Professions Code). File No. 501036 94538 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of why the petition should not be granted. If no writ- 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/15 Fictitious Business Name(s): This business was conducted by: Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant CNS-2725982# Prime Time Investigations, 4327 San Juan S/ Hsiuling Chen, Owner ally expires at the end of five years from the date the petition without a hearing. Ave., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda This statement was filed with the County Clerk of on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Notice of Hearing: Registrant(s): Alameda County on January 28, 2015. except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section Date: 4/17/15, Time: 9:00 a.m., Dept.: 503 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Harry Samra, 4327 San Juan Ave., Fremont, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change The address of the court is 24405 Amador St., NAME STATEMENT CA 94536 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Hayward, CA 94544 File No. 501925 Business conducted by: an Individual CNS-2721012# to section 17913 other than a change in the A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be pub- Fictitious Business Name(s): The registrant began to transact business using residence address of a registered owner. A new lished at least once each week for four successive Lavish Limousines, 30872 Huntwood Ave Unit the fictitious business name(s) listed above on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS fictitious business name statement must be filed weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the peti- 9, Hayward, CA 94544, County of Alameda N/A. NAME STATEMENT before the expiration. tion in the following newspaper of general circula- Registrant(s): I declare that all information in this statement File No. 501345 The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- tion, printed in this county: What’s Happening, Jean Lee Lopez-Martinez, 2861 House Ct., is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Fictitious Business Name(s): rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Tri-City Voice, Fremont Fairfield, CA 94534 as true any material matter pursuant to Section USA Cab Of Union City, 2462 Almaden Blvd., name in violation of the rights of another under Date: Feb. 5, 2015 Business conducted by: An Individual 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 WINIFRED Y. SMITH The registrant began to transact business using the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Registrant(s): et seq., Business and Professions Code). Presiding Judge of the Superior Court the fictitious business name(s) listed above on demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Baslair A. Latify, 2462 Almaden Blvd., Union City, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 N/A thousand dollars [$1,000].) CA 94587 I declare that all information in this statement CNS-2718285# CNS-2718228# /s/ Harry Samra Business conducted by: an individual is true and correct. (A registrant who declares This statement was filed with the County Clerk of The registrant began to transact business using as true any material matter pursuant to Section the fictitious business name(s) listed above on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS SUMMONS Alameda County on February 5, 2015. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of 02-13-15 NAME STATEMENT (CITACION JUDICIAL) the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- I declare that all information in this statement File No. 501185 CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one ally expires at the end of five years from the date is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Fictitious Business Name(s): HG14740597 thousand dollars [$1,000].) as true any material matter pursuant to Section West Coast Auto Sales, 400 Mowry Ave., NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, /s/ Jean L. Lopez-Martinez except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda DEMANDADO): RANDY BAKER, and DOES 1 This statement was filed with the County Clerk of the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Registrant(s): through 10, inclusive, 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Alameda County on February 27, 2015 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Tej Bahader Singh Mushiana, 2904 Begonia St., YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of thousand dollars [$1,000].) Union City, CA 94587 ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): to section 17913 other than a change in the Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- residence address of a registered owner. A new /s/ Baslair Latify Shamsher Mushiana, 32885 Arbor Vine Dr., Union JEFFERSON CAPITAL SYSTEMS, LLC. ally expires at the end of five years from the date This statement was filed with the County Clerk of City, CA 94587 NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may fictitious business name statement must be filed on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, before the expiration. Alameda County on February 13, 2015 Business conducted by: a Limited partnership decide against you without your being heard except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of The registrant began to transact business using unless you respond within 30 days. Read the The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- the fictitious business name(s) listed above on information below. in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant ally expires at the end of five years from the date N/A. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this sum- name in violation of the rights of another under to section 17913 other than a change in the federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, I declare that all information in this statement mons and legal papers are served on you to file residence address of a registered owner. A new except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section is true and correct. (A registrant who declares a written response at this court and have a copy et seq., Business and Professions Code). fictitious business name statement must be filed 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change as true any material matter pursuant to Section served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will before the expiration. in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant 17913 of the Business and Professions code that not protect you. Your written response must be in The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- CNS-2722710# to section 17913 other than a change in the the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- proper legal form if you want the court to hear your rize the use in this state of a fictitious business residence address of a registered owner. A new demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one case. There may be a court form that you can use name in violation of the rights of another under FICTITIOUS BUSINESS fictitious business name statement must be filed thousand dollars [$1,000].) for your response. You can find these court forms federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 NAME STATEMENT before the expiration. /s/ Tej Bahader Singh Mushiana, Partner and more information at the California Courts et seq., Business and Professions Code). File No. 501609 The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/15 Fictitious Business Name(s): rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Alameda County on February 9, 2015. selfhelp), your county law library, or the court- CNS-2724865# Dar Baar, 3021 Stoneheng Rd., Fremont, CA name in violation of the rights of another under NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of house nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing 94555, County of Alameda federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If Registrant(s): et seq., Business and Professions Code). ally expires at the end of five years from the date you do not file your response on time, you may FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Dar Baar Inc., 3021 Stoneheng Rd., Fremont, CA 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/15 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, lose the case by default, and your wages, money, NAME STATEMENT 94555; California except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section and property may be taken without further warning File No. 501439 Business conducted by: a Corporation CNS-2719919# 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change from the court. Fictitious Business Name(s): The registrant began to transact business using in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant There are other legal requirements. You may want Golden Gate Real Estate, 1155 New Park Mall, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to section 17913 other than a change in the to call an attorney right away. If you do not know Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda N/A. NAME STATEMENT residence address of a registered owner. A new an attorney, you may want to call an attorney Mailing address: P.O. Box 459, Union City, CA I declare that all information in this statement File No. 500822 fictitious business name statement must be filed referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, 94587, County of Alameda is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Fictitious Business Name(s): before the expiration. you may be eligible for free legal services from a Registrant(s): as true any material matter pursuant to Section Swift PCB, 5239 Colonial Park Ct., Fremont, CA The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- nonprofit legal services program. You can locate Ken Smith, 2811 Zinnia Court, Union City, CA 17913 of the Business and Professions code that 94538, County of Alameda rize the use in this state of a fictitious business these nonprofit groups at the California Legal 94587 the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Registrant(s): name in violation of the rights of another under Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org) Business conducted by: an individual demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Safi Matin, 5239 Colonial Park Ct., Fremont, CA federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 , the California Courts Online Self-Help Center The registrant began to transact business using thousand dollars [$1,000].) 94538 et seq., Business and Professions Code). (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contact- the fictitious business name(s) listed above on /s/ Khalil Ayal, President Business conducted by: an individual 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 ing your local court or county bar association. N/A The registrant began to transact business using This statement was filed with the County Clerk of CNS-2717626# NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived I declare that all information in this statement Alameda County on February 23, 2015. the fictitious business name(s) listed above on fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration is true and correct. (A registrant who declares NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of N/A. award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The as true any material matter pursuant to Section Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- I declare that all information in this statement FICTITIOUS BUSINESS court’s lien must be paid before the court will 17913 of the Business and Professions code that ally expires at the end of five years from the date is true and correct. (A registrant who declares NAME STATEMENT dismiss the case. the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, as true any material matter pursuant to Section File No. 500996 ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Fictitious Business Name(s): dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su thousand dollars [$1,000].) 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- House of Wisdom Micro Roastery, 4231 Queen contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información /s/ Ken Smith in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Anne Dr., Union City, CA 94587, County of a continuación. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of to section 17913 other than a change in the thousand dollars [$1,000].) Alameda Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de Alameda County on February 18, 2015. residence address of a registered owner. A new /s/ Safi Matin Registrant(s): que le entreguen esta citación y papeles lega- NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of fictitious business name statement must be filed This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Mark Reyes Sison, 4231 Queen Anne Dr., Union les para presentar una respuesta por escrito en Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- before the expiration. Alameda County on January 30, 2015 City, CA 94587 esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al ally expires at the end of five years from the date The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Business conducted by: an Individual demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- The registrant began to transact business using no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section name in violation of the rights of another under ally expires at the end of five years from the date the fictitious business name(s) listed above on que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, N/A. procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant et seq., Business and Professions Code). except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section I declare that all information in this statement haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su to section 17913 other than a change in the 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change is true and correct. (A registrant who declares respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de residence address of a registered owner. A new in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant as true any material matter pursuant to Section la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda fictitious business name statement must be filed CNS-2722501# to section 17913 other than a change in the 17913 of the Business and Professions code that de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), before the expiration. residence address of a registered owner. A new the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT fictitious business name statement must be filed demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar rize the use in this state of a fictitious business OF USE OF FICTITIOUS before the expiration. thousand dollars [$1,000].) la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la name in violation of the rights of another under BUSINESS NAME The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- /s/ Mark Sison corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 File No. 440642 rize the use in this state of a fictitious business This statement was filed with the County Clerk of de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, et seq., Business and Professions Code). The following person(s) has (have) abandoned name in violation of the rights of another under Alameda County on February 4, 2015. puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/15 the use of the fictitious business name: Mopar federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más CNS-2724856# Engine West, 3750 Enterprise Ct. #4, Newark, et seq., Business and Professions Code). Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- advertencia. CA 94560 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/15 ally expires at the end of five years from the date Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable The Fictitious Business Name Statement for the on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Partnership was filed on 7/13/2010 in the County CNS-2719725# except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio NAME STATEMENT of Alameda. 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un File No. 501843 TNT Engines Inc, 12112 Mines Rd., Livermore, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisi- Fictitious Business Name(s): CA 94550; CA NAME STATEMENT to section 17913 other than a change in the tos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un Computer Parts for Sales, 3717 Turner Pl., S/ David G. Timmons, President File No. 500348 residence address of a registered owner. A new programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda; 3717 TNT Engines Inc Fictitious Business Name(s): fictitious business name statement must be filed Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro Turner Pl., Fremont, CA 94536 This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Starrim, 40991 Valero Drive, Fremont, CA before the expiration. en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (w Registrant(s): Alameda County on February 10, 2015. 94539, County of Alameda The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- ww.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda Majid Nikfarjam, 3717 Turner Pl., Fremont, CA 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 Mailing address: same as above rize the use in this state of a fictitious business de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) 94536 Registrant(s): name in violation of the rights of another under o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el Business conducted by: an individual CNS-2722310# NangYau Tay, 40991 Valero Drive, Fremont, CA federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la The registrant began to transact business using 94539 et seq., Business and Professions Code). corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los the fictitious business name(s) listed above on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Business conducted by: an individual 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre N/A NAME STATEMENT The registrant began to transact business using cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor I declare that all information in this statement File No. 501245 the fictitious business name(s) listed above on CNS-2717623# recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Fictitious Business Name(s): N/A. arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que as true any material matter pursuant to Section ELZ Prestige Home Care, 3900 Newpark Mall I declare that all information in this statement FICTITIOUS BUSINESS pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la 17913 of the Business and Professions code that 3rd Flr., Ste. 335, Newark, CA 94560, County is true and correct. (A registrant who declares NAME STATEMENT corte pueda desechar el caso. the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- of Alameda as true any material matter pursuant to Section File No. 501236 The name and address of the court is (El nombre demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Registrant(s): 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Fictitious Business Name(s): y dirección de la corte es): Superior Court of thousand dollars [$1,000].) RoELZ Enterprises, LLC, 3900 Newpark Mall 3rd the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Alina Beauty Salon, 37477 Fremont Blvd., Suite Calif-County of Alameda - Hayward Civil Court, /s/ M Nikfarjam Floor, Suite 335, Newark, CA 94560; California demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one D, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Hayward Hall of Justice, 24405 Amador St., This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Business conducted by: a Limited Liability thousand dollars [$1,000].) Registrant(s): Hayward, CA 94544 Alameda County on February 26, 2015 Company /s/ NangYau Tay Sosan Masrour, 4036 Beloveria Ct. #5, Fremont, The name, address, and telephone number of NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of The registrant began to transact business using This statement was filed with the County Clerk of CA 94536 plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- the fictitious business name(s) listed above on Alameda County on January 20, 2015 Ramika Ghulam Yahya, 4101 Broadmoor is (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono ally expires at the end of five years from the date 2/01/2015. NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Common #213, Fremont, CA 94538 del abogado del demandante, o del demandante on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, I declare that all information in this statement Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Business conducted by: a General Partnership que no tiene abogado, es): Allicia B. Tomolo, Esq., except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section is true and correct. (A registrant who declares ally expires at the end of five years from the date The registrant began to transact business using 3080 S. Durango Dr., Suite 207, Las Vegas, NV 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change as true any material matter pursuant to Section on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 89117 (702) 946-8440 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant 17913 of the Business and Professions code that except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section N/A. DATE (Fecha): September 1, 2014 to section 17913 other than a change in the the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change I declare that all information in this statement Leah T. Wilson, Executive Officer/Clerk residence address of a registered owner. A new demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant is true and correct. (A registrant who declares (Secretario), by Classie Roberts, Deputy fictitious business name statement must be filed thousand dollars [$1,000].) to section 17913 other than a change in the as true any material matter pursuant to Section (Adjunto) before the expiration. /s/ Elsa S. Payumo, Managing Member residence address of a registered owner. A new 17913 of the Business and Professions code that (SEAL) The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of fictitious business name statement must be filed the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Alameda County on February 10, 2015. before the expiration. demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one served as an individual defendant. name in violation of the rights of another under NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- thousand dollars [$1,000].) 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- rize the use in this state of a fictitious business /s/ Ramika et seq., Business and Professions Code). ally expires at the end of five years from the date name in violation of the rights of another under This statement was filed with the County Clerk of CNS-2717248# 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31/15 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Alameda County on February 10, 2015. CNS-2723683# except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section et seq., Business and Professions Code). NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17/15 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- FOR CHANGE OF NAME in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant ally expires at the end of five years from the date Case No. HG15757781 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to section 17913 other than a change in the CNS-2719185# on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Superior Court of California, County of Alameda NAME STATEMENT residence address of a registered owner. A new except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section Petition of: Manvinder Singh Oberai for Change File No. 501059 fictitious business name statement must be filed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change of Name Fictitious Business Name(s): before the expiration. NAME STATEMENT in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Stage & Shine, 30742 Granger Ave., Union City, The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- File No. 501310 to section 17913 other than a change in the Petitioner filed a petition with this court for a CA 94587, County of Alameda rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Fictitious Business Name(s): residence address of a registered owner. A new decree changing names as follows: Registrant(s): name in violation of the rights of another under Relational Repair, 3100 Mowry Ave., Suite 205, fictitious business name statement must be filed Manvinder Singh Oberai to Manvinder Singh Adrienne Realiza, 30742 Granger Ave., Union federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda before the expiration. Oberoi City, CA 94587 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Registrant(s): The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- The Court orders that all persons interested in this Business conducted by: an Individual 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24/15 Esther I. Wei, 700 Mesa Cir., Hayward, CA rize the use in this state of a fictitious business matter appear before this court at the hearing indi- The registrant began to transact business using 94541. name in violation of the rights of another under cated below to show cause, if any, why the petition the fictitious business name(s) listed above on CNS-2721408# Business conducted by: an individual federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 for change of name should not be granted. Any N/A. The registrant began to transact business using et seq., Business and Professions Code). person objecting to the name changes described I declare that all information in this statement FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 above must file a written objection that includes is true and correct. (A registrant who declares NAME STATEMENT N/A the reasons for the objection at least two court as true any material matter pursuant to Section File No. 501142 I declare that all information in this statement CNS-2717619# days before the matter is scheduled to be heard 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Fictitious Business Name(s): is true and correct. (A registrant who declares and must appear at the hearing to show cause the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Rajajung Transport, 3843 Carol Ave., Apt. #204, as true any material matter pursuant to Section STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT why the petition should not be granted. If no writ- demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda 17913 of the Business and Professions code that OF USE OF FICTITIOUS ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant thousand dollars [$1,000].) Registrant(s): the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- BUSINESS NAME the petition without a hearing. /s/ Adrienne Realiza Maninder Singh, 3843 Carol Ave., Apt. #204, demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one File No. 441901 Notice of Hearing: This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Fremont, CA 94538 thousand dollars [$1,000].) The following person(s) has (have) aban- Date: 4/24/2015, Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 503 Alameda County on February 5, 2015. Business conducted by: an Individual /s/ Esther I. Wei doned the use of the fictitious business name: March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 37

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Professional Tax Services, 43153 Luzon Dr, fictitious business name statement must be filed demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one City Hall, PUBLIC WORKS’ COUNTER OR $20.00 IF Fremont, CA 94539 before the expiration. thousand dollars [$1,000].) 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City REQUESTED TO BE MAILED General Work The Fictitious Business Name Statement for the The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- /s/ Eric C. Braa, CEO Description : The work to be done, in general, of Partnership was filed on 8-18-10 in the County rize the use in this state of a fictitious business This statement was filed with the County Clerk of The City Council meeting packet, which includes installing a traffic signal system at the intersec- of Alameda. name in violation of the rights of another under Alameda County on February 3, 2015. the meeting agenda and staff report for this tions of 11 th Street/Transit Loop East and 11 Vincent Saponara, 43153 Luzon Dr, Fremont, federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of project, can be accessed on-line on the City’s th Street/Transit Loop West, and other miscel- CA 94539 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Agendas and Minutes webpage which is located laneous work shown in the plans, specs and bid This business was conducted by: 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 ally expires at the end of five years from the date at http://www.ci.union-city.ca.us/departments/city- schedule and all associated items indicated and S/ Vincent Saponara on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, manager-s-office/city-clerk/agendas-and-minutes. required by the plans, Standard Specifications, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of CNS-2717270# except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section Meeting packets are generally available on-line and these special provisions. All questions should Alameda County on February 5, 2015. 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change the Friday before the meeting. be faxed to Michael Renk, City of Union City, at 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant (510) 489-9468 . The successful bidder shall NAME STATEMENT to section 17913 other than a change in the If you challenge the above described project in furnish a Payment Bond, a Performance Bond, CNS-2717281# File No. 500884 residence address of a registered owner. A new court, you may be limited to raising only those and a Maintenance Bond. Minimum wage rates Fictitious Business Name(s): fictitious business name statement must be filed issues you or someone else raised at the Planning for this project as predetermined by the Secretary FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Kurodard Productions, 32981 Lake Huron St., before the expiration. Commission public hearing for this project or the of Labor are set forth in the special provisions. NAME STATEMENT Fremont, CA 94555, County of Alameda The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- City Council public hearing described in this If there is a difference between the minimum File No. 500593 Registrant(s): rize the use in this state of a fictitious business notice, or in written correspondence delivered to wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Fictitious Business Name(s): Jeffery Wang, 32981 Lake Huron St., Fremont, name in violation of the rights of another under the Planning Commission or to the City Council Labor and prevailing wage rates determined by Professional Tax Services, 2450 Peralta CA 94555 federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 at, or prior to, the public hearing. the Department of Industrial Relations for similar Blvd Suite 208 Fremont CA 94536, County of Business conducted by: an Individual et seq., Business and Professions Code). classifications of labor, the contractor and his Alameda The registrant began to transact business using 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 JOAN MALLOY subcontractors shall pay not less than the higher Registrant(s): the fictitious business name(s) listed above on Economic & Community Development wage rates. Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Neil Narvaez, 36044 Toulouse St., Newark CA N/A. CNS-2716086# Director Code, the general prevailing rate of wages in the 94560 I declare that all information in this statement 3/10/15 county in which the work is to be done has been Business conducted by: an individual is true and correct. (A registrant who declares determined by the Director of the wage rates The registrant began to transact business using as true any material matter pursuant to Section CNS-2726129# appear in the Department of Transportation pub- the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 17913 of the Business and Professions code that lication entitled General Prevailing Wage Rates, N/A the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- CITY OF UNION CITY NOTICE OF (current semi-annual which have been prede- I declare that all information in this statement demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one GOVERNMENT PUBLIC HEARING termined and are on file with the Department of is true and correct. (A registrant who declares thousand dollars [$1,000].) Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed as true any material matter pursuant to Section /s/ Jeffery Wang NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY in said publication. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that This statement was filed with the County Clerk of COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY, at CITY OF UNION CITY the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Alameda County on February 2, 2015. their regularly scheduled meeting of Tuesday, PLANNING COMMISSION OF DATED: 3/2/15 demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of April 14, 2015 that starts at 7:00 PM in the 3/10/15 thousand dollars [$1,000].) Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- THE CITY OF UNION CITY Council Chambers located at City Hall, 34009 /s/ Neil Narvaez ally expires at the end of five years from the date NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587, will CNS-2724648# This statement was filed with the County Clerk of on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, hold a public hearing to discuss Saturday, August Alameda County on January 26, 2015 except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing 1, 2015 service change proposals to the Union NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change will be held by the Planning Commission of the City Transit network. Proposals will be available Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant City of Union City for the purpose of considering in English, Spanish and Chinese on the Union ally expires at the end of five years from the date to section 17913 other than a change in the the following: City Transit website, www.uctransit.org or by PUBLIC AUCTION/SALES on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, residence address of a registered owner. A new requesting a copy from the front the counter at except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section fictitious business name statement must be filed Municipal Code Amendment (AT-15-001(A)): City Hall. ALL INTERESTED PARTIES are invited 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change before the expiration. The City of Union City is proposing to modify Title to attend said hearing and express opinions or in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 18, Zoning, of the Municipal Code and Chapter submit evidence for or against the proposal as to section 17913 other than a change in the rize the use in this state of a fictitious business 9.34, Regulations for Massage Establishments outlined above. The facility is accessible to the NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION residence address of a registered owner. A new name in violation of the rights of another under and Massage Technicians, to: disabled and hearing impaired. Union City Transit Notice is hereby given that personal property in fictitious business name statement must be filed federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 - Distinguish massage establishments from gen- routes 1, 3, 5, and 8 along with AC Transit route the following units will be sold at public auction: before the expiration. et seq., Business and Professions Code). eral personal service uses in commercial zoning 97 serve the facility with public transit. If special on the 20th day of March, 2015 at or after 12: The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 districts and require a conditional use permit pro- assistance is required, please call (510) 675-5346 30 pm pursuant to the California Self-Storage rize the use in this state of a fictitious business cess for massage establishments; and so accommodations can be arranged. While not Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: U-Haul name in violation of the rights of another under CNS-2717176# - Update regulations pertaining to massage required, 48 hours’ notice is appreciated for any Moving & Storage of Thornton, 4833 Thornton federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 licensing and performance standards consistent such request. Ave. Fremont, CA 94536. The items to be sold et seq., Business and Professions Code). STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT with recent changes to State law are generally described as follows: clothing, furni- 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 OF USE OF FICTITIOUS DATED: March 6, 2015 ture, and / or other household items stored by the BUSINESS NAME Municipal Code Amendment (AT-15-001(B)): City Clerk following people: CNS-2717278# File No. 489065 The City of Union City is proposing to modify 3/10/15 Name Unit # Paid Through Date The following person(s) has (have) abandoned Chapter 18.39, Zoning, of the Municipal Code to: Earl Harper AA6691A 12/22/14 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use of the fictitious business name: Sala De - Distinguish indoor theaters that sell alcoholic CNS-2725865# Earl Harper AA8409A 12/22/14 NAME STATEMENT Belleza Universal, 37477 Fremont Blvd., Suite beverages from those that do not sell alcoholic Venencio Torres B137 1/10/15 File No. 500351 D, Fremont, CA 94536 beverages and require a conditional use permit CITY OF UNION CITY Evelyn Danso B154 12/28/14 Fictitious Business Name(s): The Fictitious Business Name Statement for the process for indoor theaters that sell alcoholic bev- DEPARTMENT OF Jamie Marks B246 1/2/15 Palladium Pool & Spa Services, 35545 Partnership was filed on 3/12/14 in the County erages in the CC Subarea of the CUL District. PUBLIC WORKS CITY Celia Molina B265 12/30/14 Provance St., Newark, CA 94560, County of of Alameda. CONTRACT NO. 14-11 Crol Allison C303 12/27/14 Alameda; Mailing Address: 1180 Beech St., E. Ena Edith Martinez, 37477 Fremont Blvd., Suite NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that the City Council NOTICE TO 3/3, 3/10/15 Palo Alto, CA 94303 D, Fremont, CA 94536 will consider a proposed California Environmental CONTRACTORS Registrant(s): This business was conducted by: Quality Act (CEQA) determination that the pro- CNS-2722798# Jose Cortez, 35545 Provance St., Newark, CA S/ Ena Edith Martinez posed amendments are exempt from environmen- Sealed proposals for the work shown on the 94560 This statement was filed with the County Clerk of tal review in accordance with CEQA Guidelines plans entitled: 11 TH STREET TRAFFIC SIGNAL NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION Business conducted by: an Individual Alameda County on February 6, 2015. Section 15061(b)(3), the general exemption for IMPROVEMENTS will be received at the office Notice is hereby given that personal property in The registrant began to transact business using 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10/15 projects with no potential for significant effect on of the City Clerk of the City of Union City, City the following units will be sold at public auction: the fictitious business name(s) listed above on the environment. Government Building, 34009 Alvarado-Niles on the 20th day of March, 2015at or after1: N/A. CNS-2716783# Road, Union City, California, until THURSDAY, 30 pmpursuant to the California Self-Storage I declare that all information in this statement These items were heard at a public hearing by the MARCH 26, 2015 AT 2 P.M. , at which time they Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: U-Haul is true and correct. (A registrant who declares FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Planning Commission on March 5, 2015 and were will be publicly opened and read in the Council Moving & Storage of Fremont, 44511 Grimmer as true any material matter pursuant to Section NAME STATEMENT recommended for approval to the City Council on Chambers of said building. The Contractor shall Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538. The items to be sold 17913 of the Business and Professions code that File No. 500925-26 a 5-0 vote. possess a Class A or C-12 license at the time are generally described as follows: clothing, furni- the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Fictitious Business Name(s): this contract is awarded. Bids are required for ture, and / or other household items stored by the demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one 1. Presidential Wine Club, 2. Sunpulse Motors, This item will be heard at a public hearing the entire work described herein. This contract following people: thousand dollars [$1,000].) 1063 Adana Terr., Union City, CA 94587, County by the City Council at the meeting listed is subject to the State contract nondiscrimina- Name Unit # Paid Through Date /s/ Jose Cortez of Alameda below. The project planner, Avalon Schultz, tion and compliance requirements pursuant Monica Applegate 254U 10/24/14 This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Registrant(s): can be reached at (510) 675-5321. You may to Government Code Section 12990. Plans, Marco Camacho 274U 11/08/14 Alameda County on January 20, 2015. Keylink Inc., 1063 Adana Terrace, Union City, CA attend the meeting and voice your comments specifications and proposal forms to be used for Sara McDowell 278U 11/28/14 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of 94587; California or you may submit comments in writing to bidding on this project can only be obtained at Habib Qadir 325 11/5/14 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Business conducted by: a Corporation [email protected]. the Department of Public Works, 34009 Alvarado- Ralph McFerren 328 1/4/15 ally expires at the end of five years from the date The registrant began to transact business using Niles Road, Union City, California, or by calling Baljit Bajwa 341 1/16/15 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on CITY COUNCIL MEETING (510) 675-5308 .In addition, you may call (510) Habib Qadir 345 10/11/14 except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section N/A. Tuesday, March 24, 2015 675-5308 for a copy of the Plan Holder’s List. Matthew Ajiake 367 11/17/14 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change I declare that all information in this statement Plans and specifications fees are as follows: Jarad Schaub 382 12/24/14 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Said hearing will be held at NON-REFUNDABLE FEE OF $10.00 PER CD 3/3, 3/10/15 as true any material matter pursuant to Section to section 17913 other than a change in the 7:00 p.m. (CONTAINING PLANS AND SPECIFICATION CNS-2722797# residence address of a registered owner. A new 17913 of the Business and Professions code that In the Council Chambers of IN PDF FORMAT) WHEN PICKED UP AT THE the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis-

Police Unity Tour honors BART Police Sergeant

SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD

The Newark Police Department (NPD) is proud to help get the word out about a special event to honor the life of Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Police Sgt. Tommy Smith, who was accidently killed in the line of duty. Please know you will be helping one of our own. Sgt. Smith’s brother, Offi- cer Pat Smith, is an officer with NPD. Newark Police Officer Jeff Neithercutt will be honoring Sgt. Smith and all fallen officers by participating in the 2015 Police Unity Tour. This cycling event starts in New Jersey and ends in Washington D.C. at the National Law Enforcement Memo- rial. Officer Neithercutt will be riding in the event and representing Sgt. Smith as well as other fallen officers. Proceeds raised by Officer Neithercutt go to the National Law Enforcement Memorial. For more information or to help with this great cause, visit www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/NPD/po- lice-unity-tour-2015-chapter-1-ride.

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SUBMITTED BY At 8:36 p.m., Officer Geser investigated while taking out his trash. result of the collision. Special thanks to CMDR. MIKE CARROLL, a residential burglary on Farnham Drive. At 8:31 p.m., officers handled four win- our RAVEN volunteers who responded to At 7:25 a.m., officers responded to a dow smash vehicle burglaries in the area of assist with traffic control during the inci- NEWARK PD collision on Cherry Street in front of Mowry Avenue and Cedar Boulevard. dent. Officer Stone and Field Training Of- Ohlone College. A solo vehicle collided Wednesday, March 4 ficer (FTO) Smith documented our role in Saturday, February 28 with a tree causing extensive damage to the At 10:22 a.m., a victim called NPD to the incident. At 12:02 p.m., officers responded to a vehicle. All northbound lanes of Cherry report his vehicle had been stolen and he Thursday, March 5 residential burglary on Robertson Avenue. Street were shut down. The 65-year-old fe- had located it on the 37200 block of Oak At 7:26 a.m., Community Service Offi- While investigating a disturbance at the male driver was transported to a local Street. Officer Fredstrom located the occu- cer (CSO) Verandes investigated a theft of corner of Birch Street/Campanula Court, trauma center with moderate injuries. pied stolen vehicle and arrested a 38-year- a vehicle from the Meadows Apartments at Officer Neithercutt arrested a 39-year-old As officers were finishing up at the pre- old male transient. Bettencourt Street. female of Newark for a warrant and posses- viously mentioned collision, a driver trav- At 8:22 p.m., officers were dispatched At 10:06 a.m., Officer Knutson investi- sion of burglary tools. eling south on Cherry Street rear-ended to Cedar Boulevard/railroad tracks for a re- gated a theft of a vehicle from the 7900 Sunday, March 1 the vehicle in front of him, causing an port of a passenger train that struck a vehi- block of Thornton Avenue. At 3:07 p.m., Newark Police Depart- airbag deployment. This collision caused cle. Upon arrival, officers learned that all At 1:49 p.m., officers responded to a ment (NPD) officers responded to Macy’s the southbound lanes of Cherry Street to three of the vehicle’s occupants made it out family disturbance on the 37100 block of on a report of a citizen’s arrest. Officer be closed. One driver was transported to of the vehicle unscathed. As it turns out, Spruce Street. Officer Fredstrom arrested a Neithercutt took custody of a 17-year-old an area hospital with a complaint of pain. the driver of the vehicle decided to ignore 46-year-old male of Newark for violation juvenile for shoplifting. At 7:14 p.m., officers responded to col- the flashing red lights and crossing arms, of a domestic violence protection order. At 6:32 p.m., Officer Slater investigated lision with one vehicle that rolled over at and attempted to beat the train. Once he At 3:31 p.m., Officer Allum responded an armed robbery that occurred 30 min- the intersection of Balentine Drive/Steven- and his passengers realized their lapse in to the Newark Square shopping center to utes earlier in the parking lot of the Mead- son Boulevard. This collision resulted in judgment, all three exited the vehicle and investigate an injury collision involving a ows Apartments on Bettencourt Street. one driver having a complaint of pain. ran to safety just prior to the collision. All scooter. A 31-year-old male was riding an Monday, March 2 7:49 p.m., officers were dispatched to passengers and crew members of the train electric scooter on the sidewalk in front of At 7:54 p.m., Officer Germano in- the 6500 block of Mayhews Landing were uninjured. the stores when he was thrown off. The vestigated a residential burglary on Mc- Road on a report of an armed robbery. All lanes of Cedar Boulevard were shut male struck his head and was transported Donald Avenue. The victim was robbed at gun point down for approximately three hours as a to the hospital for observation. Page 38 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 10, 2015 A Two-for-one Space First

to pull itself out of the gravita- tional field using even more fuel, like hauling itself up out of a deep hole. You can’t really put that much rocket fuel on a space- craft. It would be too heavy and expensive to launch. But Dawn BY ALEX H. KASPRAK, works very differently. Dawn uses NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND electricity to propel itself. Its ion SPACE ADMINISTRATION propulsion technology shoots PHOTO BY NASA/JPL- charged atoms, called ions, out of CALTECH/UCLA/MPS/DLR/IDA a small engine at super high A NASA spacecraft named speed. The electrical energy Dawn is making space explo- comes from solar panels and the ration history. It is the first space- atoms are from a gas called craft to orbit two different solar xenon. system targets. This technology has allowed Dawn to make its historic jour- These two views of Ceres were seen by NASA’s Dawn spacecraft on February12, 2015, from a distance of about 52,000 miles as Plenty of spacecraft have the dwarf planet rotated. flown by two or more planets or ney to the asteroid belt, first or- moons during their missions. But biting and studying the asteroid back out, and have enough fuel the power to make big changes to long time, Dawn can do things orbiting something is a lot harder. Vesta, then leaving that orbit, left to go and do it all over again its course. The only real draw- no other craft has done! The spacecraft has to put itself traveling another 900 million (although Dawn will not be leav- back is that it can’t accelerate very Visit NASA’s Space Place to into “reverse” using its thrusters miles and going into orbit around ing Ceres orbit). fast. In fact, it would take four learn more about ion thrusters at and lots of fuel in order to be dwarf planet Ceres. Dawn is also Ion propulsion uses much less whole days for Dawn to go from http://spaceplace.nasa.gov/ion-bal- captured by the gravity of a the first spacecraft to visit a dwarf fuel than other means of space 0 to 60 miles per hour! loons. planet and go into orbit. Other- planet. The ion engine has en- travel humans have tried. There- But once it gets going, it really Learn more about the Dawn wise, it would just fly right on by. abled Dawn to spiral into the fore, the spacecraft is light gets going! By keeping these ion- mission at And to leave orbit, it would have “gravity well” of one body, spiral enough to launch, but still has powered engines thrusting for a http://dawn.jpl.nasa.gov/ CIP, helping to make sense of municipal budgets

owhere do more acronyms exist than in the govern- ment circles. Within a group of specialists, this short- Nhand is a timesaving device to communicate quickly and with some precision. However, for those outside the initi- ated, this terminology can lead to misunderstandings or no comprehension at all. At budget time, the term “CIP” is often used to indicate a specific part of government budgetary plan- ning. What is it and why does it matter? TCV asked Soren Fa- jeau, P.E., Assistant City Engineer at the City of Newark to explain. TCV: What is CIP and what function does it have in the City Budget? Fajeau: CIP is an acronym for Capital Improvement Plan, a detailed policy statement of plans to fund capital improvement projects over a two-year budget cycle with a combination of re- Children’s author JaNay Brown-Wood, will be among those giving a workshop stricted and unrestricted funds. This can include roads, buildings, parks and any part of the City’s infrastructure. It can also include SUBMITTED BY ROBIN MICHEL on cardboard creations and STEM activities, breathing major equipment purchases that are not included in a specific exercises for teachers to do in the classroom to decrease equipment replacement program. Restricted funds can only be The San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD) stress and find inner calm, interactive and engaging expended on specific types of items. Gas tax is an example a type invites parents and educators of young children to at- reading activities, and how to appreciate and work of restricted fund; these monies can only be expended on roadway tend an early learning forum, School Readiness: Is your with your child’s emotional temperament are just a few improvements. Unrestricted funds can be used to fund capital child ready? Are you? Teachers, are your classrooms of the offerings. equipment purchases or non-roadway projects. ready? The event will be held at Jefferson Elementary For workshop information, or to register online, TCV: What is included in Newark’s CIP at this time? in San Leandro, on Saturday, March 28. please visit the district website at Fajeau: Our focus at this time is on the existing infrastruc- “Preschoolers soak everything up,” said Superin- www.sanleandro.k12.ca.us/ ture and assets. We are currently in a maintenance mode rather tendent Mike McLaughlin, who is the father of a pre- SLUSD Early Learning Forum than expansion, preserving what we have. schooler himself. “There is so much we can do as Saturday, Mar 28 parents and educators—in playful and fun, exciting 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. TCV: Has revenue from the Utility Users Tax been ways—to nurture the creativity and love of learning in Jefferson Elementary School added to the CIP? young children.” 14300 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro Fajeau: In 2011, $100,000 of UUT funds was added to the The day will contain lots of hands-on activities, (510) 667-6208 unrestricted portion of the Capital Improvement Fund. That was providing fun strategies to make sure children are get- Register: www.sanleandro.k12.ca.us/ the only addition of unrestricted monies since 2004. With the ap- ting good, quality educational experiences. Workshops Childcare available proval of Measure Y by the voters combined with the improving economy, the City Council has approved a $2 million transfer of UUT funds into the unrestricted portion of the Capital Improve- ment fund as an amendment to this year’s budget. Globe-traveling mystery author TCV: Which department handles the CIP? Fajeau: In Newark, the Engineering Division of the Public PHOTOS COURTESY OF NANCY CURTEMAN Works Department takes the lead. A ‘Call for Projects’ is issued in the fall of odd years to all City departments to submit re- Award-winning mystery local author Nancy Curte- quests for the following two-year budget cycle. Engineering man will discuss her latest travel-oriented crime tale, staff then evaluates these proposals on the basis of critical is- “Murder on the Seine.” The event will have a French sues, funding sources and impacts. The requests for projects far air, with French cookies to nibble and free recipes for exceed the available funding. For the most recent budget cycle, desserts mentioned in the book. Curteman will share funding needs were estimated at $122,935,000. Due to cur- inside information about characters and plot. There rent fiscal restraints, expenditures are scrutinized to see if they will be a free drawing for a signed copy of her novel. satisfy a regulatory requirement, a liability issue or preserve ex- In “Murder on the Seine,” corporate trainer Lysi isting assets. A project list is created for review by senior man- Weston is on assignment in Paris, when a woman’s agement staff and City Council. body is pulled from the Seine River with no identifica- TCV: Are there any other sources of funds for Capi- tion – except Lysi’s business card. tal Improvement Fund? Lysi’s plans for a memorable tour of the City of Light did not include having to investigate the Fajeau: Traditionally, unrestricted funding for the Capital woman’s suspicious death. Nor did she expect to deal Improvement Fund, which is the most flexible, has been gener- with Basque separatists, a French supremacist gang ated from any City operating surplus. When economic condi- leader, and an overzealous Hercule Poirot-wannabe de- tions were better, we were able to add funds on a fairly regular tective who targets her as his prime suspect. To prove basis. This was a source of funds for major community facilities her innocence, Lysi, aided by her brash friend Grace such as the Silliman Activity Center and Fire Station #1 on Wright, has to find the real killer. Thornton Avenue. Since there has not been a surplus from op- Curteman is a member of the California Writers erating revenues since 2004, we have taken a very conservative Club and Mystery Writers of America. For more infor- approach on projects utilizing unrestricted funds. The unre- mation about the author, visit Fremont Main Library, Fukaya Room A stricted funding has been used on building maintenance proj- www.nancycurteman.com. 2400 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont ects, park maintenance projects, emergency repairs and new (510) 745-1401 equipment necessary for City operations. Restricted funds in- Brown Bag with Nancy Curteman www.nancycurteman.com clude gas tax, Measure B, Community Development Block Thursday, Mar 19 www.aclibrary.org Grant and other grant funding. 12:30 p.m. Free March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 39

SUBMITTED BY VANDANA DEEP sented a skit of how different evils are re- leased in the world, and how the world can Two teams from Union City’s Delaine become a better place with hope. They cre- Eastin Elementary participated in the re- ated a skit of their student life and experi- gional Odyssey of the Mind competition ences, showing how they can become held on Saturday, February 28 in San Jose. better students and citizens of the world by Odyssey of the Mind teaches students overcoming emotions such as anger and to learn creative problem solving methods greed, and standing up against bullying. while having fun in the process. The yearly Comprised of 5th graders Esha Bhasin, competition requires teams to prepare an Rayna Arora, Sania Choudhary, Cyrus D’- eight-minute presentation on a selected Souza, Jayden Pulickal, and 4th grader problem in different categories (Classics, Ankita Deep, the team designed and con- Team “6 myths” Technical, Performance, Structure) and a structed the backgrounds, props, and cos- 10 to 30 minute spontaneous session that tumes needed for the presentation using division. The students are very proud of from their home creating their own cos- tests verbal and mechanical skills. recycle material and craft supplies from their accomplishments and wish to spread tumes and prop background, depicting Team “6 myths” laboriously worked on home. They put up a flawless presentation the message and awareness at their home various scenarios of a classroom, play- solving the myth of Pandora’s Box and pre- and won an overall 4th position in their school. In addition they took home a lot of ground, and movie theater. One of their valuable lessons about team spirit, com- biggest accomplishments was the ability to mitment, and responsibility towards a quickly identify and pick anti-bullying as team project. The team was co-coached by the theme and find a creative way to com- parents Vandana Deep, Deepak Bhasin, municate it. and 8th grader Riya Arora. One of the team members, Rishan, is Team Eastin 3rd graders communicated visually impaired. The kids adjusted to his a powerful social message – anti-bullying. impairment seamlessly and supported his Their challenge was to create a short movie participation in Odyssey of the Mind com- depicting an actor, villain, critique, and di- petition and Braille Challenge on the same rector, all to be done in silence. The team day, at the same time! came up with a creative idea to communi- The team was comprised of students cate their message via healthy fruits. Reeana Srivastava, Saanvi Garg, Rigel de Exhibiting confidence, brilliant the- Souza, Rishan Sardana, Rushil Gupta, atrics, and enthusiasm with their first par- Zion McEvoy, and Abosede Elegbede, led ticipation in the Odyssey of the Mind by coaches Kanchana Srivastava, Shaloo competition, the team used 100 percent Garg, and Madhu Sardana. Team Eastin 3rd graders recycled products, reused items, and crafts

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Mahwash began music and singing les- sons under the guidance of Ustad Moham- mad Hashim Chishti, an established and much respected maestro. Chishti’s arduous training of his protégé was based on North Indian classical music; still the basis of train- ing for Afghan singers today. As she mas- tered her training, Mahwash moved on and expression. These two warring factions Kaboul (Accords Croisés),” an album In 2013, Ustad Mahwash, together began to study with the celebrated Afghan both wanted the woman who had been the which pays homage to the vanished or ex- with Kabir Howaida, the renowned pianist singer Ustad Hussain Khan Sarahang, who most popular singer for two decades to iled composers and musicians of Afghan and composer, received the coveted Rumi steered her dazzling rise to stardom. support their causes… or else. Assassina- radio’s golden era. Later that year, Mah- Award in Las Vegas. Residents of the Tri- Master composer Ustad Shahwali wrote tion was a very real threat to Mahwash, wash received the prestigious BBC Radio 3 Cities will be able to enjoy these two living many songs for Mahwash and she was sud- and in 1991 she and her family moved to World Music Award, for both her artistic legends when they are reunited in concert denly heard constantly on the radio. One Pakistan. Exhausted and nearly shattered excellence and her work on behalf of thou- in Fremont on March 14. of her best known songs, “O Bacha (Oh by events, she applied for political asylum sands of orphaned Afghan children. Afghanistan’s traditional music will Boy),” combined several regional songs abroad. The United Nations High Com- Mahwash built her extraordinary career continue to flourish as Ustad Mahwash’s into one extended modern song cycle. missioner for Refugees (UNHCR) granted in spite of two wars and what amounted to new team of artists – Khalil Rahgeb (Har- After Mahwash learned the multifaceted, Mahwash asylum in the United States in exile from Afghanistan, but never lost her monium), Kabir Howaida (Piano), and intricate piece and recorded it in a single October, 1991. deep love for the country and its people. She Eshan Ahmad (Tabla) – bring her coun- day, she gained the title of Ustad, or “mas- In 2001, Mahwash made contact with equally loves her new community in Fre- try’s music and songs to the world. ter.” She remains the only female singer to other exiled musicians to form and lead mont. Though she recently expressed her in- Ustad Farida Mahwash live concert receive this recognition, an honor previ- The Kabul Ensemble. This group per- tention to continue touring the world, Saturday, Mar 14 ously reserved only for men. formed at some of the most prestigious bringing her country’s traditional music and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Mahwash was forced to leave concert halls in Europe and introduced songs to others, she reiterated how much she Fremont Main Library Afghanistan after the occupation of the their uniquely beautiful music to a com- has come to love her new “home away from 2400 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont Russian army and the rise of the Taliban in pletely new audience. In 2003, Mahwash home” in Fremont, which prompted her up- (510) 745-1401 1979, who forbade any individual musical and the Kabul Ensemble recorded “Radio coming free concert. Free March 10, 2015 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 40 City of Fremont News Briefs

SUBMITTED BY CHERYL GOLDEN

Coming Soon: 2015 State of the City Address If you want to learn more about the issues and opportunities facing the City of Fremont, stay tuned! Fremont Mayor Bill Harrison will be presenting the annual State of the City Address at a luncheon hosted by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce on Friday, March 27, noon to 2 p.m. at the Fremont Marriott Hotel. To buy tickets, please call the Chamber at 510-795-2244 or go to www.Fremontbusiness.com. And in case you can’t make it, the State of the City Address will be rebroadcast on Cable TV Channel 27, as well as posted to the City website by the end of the following week. For more information, please call the City Manager’s Office at 510-284-4000 or visit www.Fremont.gov/StateoftheCity.

New Synthetic Turf Field at Karl Nordvik Park The Karl Nordvik Park renovation project is complete, and is officially open for the public to enjoy. This park has a brand new playground and two new half-court basketball courts. The main feature of the renovation project at Nordvik Park is a state-of-the-art, 100,000-plus square foot syn- thetic turf field. This lighted field is designed for multisport play and can be used for football, soccer, softball, and baseball. The synthetic turf field at Karl Nordvik Park is now one of three lighted synthetic turf fields available through the City of Fremont’s Recreation Services Division. Irvington Community Park and Center- ville Community Park host the City’s other two synthetic turf fields. Irvington’s field (located within Irvington Community Park, 41885 Blacow Rd.) can be used for youth football, youth soccer, baseball and softball; and Sigman Field (located within Centerville Community Park, 3355 Country Dr.) is a youth softball or baseball field only. These synthetic turf fields allow for all weather play, which leads to fewer rainouts compared to traditional grass fields, which can take days to dry out and be playable again. All City of Fremont synthetic fields have field lights which allow them to be used day or night. This is particularly useful during the fall and winter months when daylight hours are compressed. For more information on these state-of-the-art synthetic turf fields or how to rent them please contact the Sports Office at 510- 790-5520 or email [email protected].

Youth Scholarship Program The City of Fremont’s Parks and Recreation Scholarship Fund is seeking donations for their scholarship program administered by the Community Services Department. The program is designed for chil- dren who, without financial assistance, would not have the opportu- nity to participate in the Department’s youth activities. The scholarship program makes enriching activities such as swim lessons, participation in the Tiny Tots preschool program, camps, reading de- velopment, art classes, etc., more accessible to low-income families by partially covering up to $75 of the cost of current registration fees for youth who qualify. Each year, requests for assistance increase as does the need for funding. More than 400 scholarships were given out last summer and a 10 percent increase in need is anticipated for this sum- mer. A contribution would have a direct, positive, and life-enhancing impact for families and youth in Fremont. Children who qualify for the “School Lunch” program are eligible to apply. One hundred percent of donations are directed toward subsi- dizing these classes and activities for low-income youth that need the support. For more information please contact Lance Scheetz at 510-494-4331 or [email protected].

Save the Date for the Giving Hope Program’s Crab Feed Fundraiser! The Giving Hope Fundraiser means two things: supporting a note- worthy cause and an all-you-can-eat crab feast! The Niles Main Street Association will host a Crab Feed fundraiser on March 28 that benefits the City’s Giving Hope Program and the Niles Main Street Association, and you won’t want to miss it. By par- ticipating in this fundraiser, you will have the opportunity to help out local families and seniors in need, while enjoying a full spread of all- you-can-eat crab, pasta, salad, garlic bread, iced tea, and dessert! But the fun doesn’t stop there. Beatles cover band, “No Fly List,” will be performing your favorite Beatles tunes all night long starting at 6:30 p.m., so come dressed as your favorite Beatle or someone from that era. There will also be a raffle and silent auction! The event will take place on Saturday, March 28 at the Fremont Veterans’ Hall, 37154 Second Street in Fremont’s Niles District. Beer and wine bar and performances will start at 6:30 p.m.; crab feed will follow from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.niles.org for $50. Additional donations and sponsorships are always welcome. Please contact Han Trinh at [email protected] or 510- 565-8884. We hope to see you there!

FUSD Parent Satisfaction Survey now available

SUBMITTED BY BRIAN KILLGORE

Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) is reaching out to its fam- ilies for feedback on its programs and services. The Parent Satisfaction Survey 2015 is available online at www.fremont.k12.ca.us The feedback will assist FUSD in revising its current Local Control and Accountability Plan for the 2015-16 school year, as well as provide the District with valuable information about parent engagement at dis- trict schools. The survey is available in Spanish and English versions for now: Parent Survey English: http://bit.ly/fusdparent2015 Parent Survey Spanish: http://bit.ly/fusdpadres2015 A Mandarin version will be available shortly and Title I schools will also receive a version that includes the survey, plus additional Title I questions. The survey window will remain open through April 15. Hard copies in both languages of the survey will also be made available at the front office of all FUSD schools.