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Page 2 • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly On The Web The following special graduation features are available at the Weekly’s Web site, www.PaloAltoOnline.com: ■ A multimedia slideshow of the Graduation ’07 ceremonies at Castilleja School, East- side Prep, and Gunn and Palo Alto high schools. ■ Lists of graduates from: Castilleja, East Palo Alto Academy, Eastside Prep, Gunn, Palo Alto, Menlo School, Menlo-Atherton, Mid-Peninsula, Palo Alto Preparatory, Sacred Heart and Woodside Priory.

CLASS PROFILES Norbert von der GroebenNorbert Marjan Sadoughi Tori Anthony Vaulting to success in athletics Humble, hardworking and high- Newly minted Gunn High School grads toss their mortar boards skyward Wednesday evening on campus as the ceremony wrapped up. achieving describe Olympic-hopeful Tori Anthony. With more than 40 medals under her belt — all gold medals and two silvers won in the last two years At Paly graduation, — Anthony has broken three of four national records for girls in pole vaulting. prankster gets a ‘standing O’ She thinks of her accomplish- ments as a byproduct of what she loves to do. Local high schools graduate nearly 1,800 students this spring “I started just for fun,” she said about her first experiences in pole by Susan Hong vaulting the summer after her fresh- heering on Palo Alto High School’s gradu- Coast, six to Harvard University, two to Yale about $3,000. man year at Castilleja School. ating class of 436 students, parents and University, three to Princeton University, one He has instead been charged with one count As a gymnast, she had become C family members from across the coun- to Columbia University and seven to New York of misdemeanor vandalism, known as mali- a state champion in balance beam try weathered the sweltering heat Wednesday University. cious mischief, Jay Boyarsky, supervising dis- by freshman year, but she felt too evening on the school lawn. Students wore leis, Closer to home, 11 Paly grads will attend Stan- trict attorney for North Santa Clara County, said sheltered and wanted to move on. flowers and wreaths woven with dollar bills and ford University; 23 students will go to University Wednesday. She approached Castilleja’s athletic candy bars. of California (UC), Berkeley; 17 to UC Santa Boyarsky said the actual damage to the deck, director about doing pole vaulting The ceremony was bittersweet for many of the Cruz; eight to UCLA; and 36 to Foothill Col- large planter and landscaping turned out to be after hearing another gymnast at graduates, who said they will miss their class- lege. $530. the school had also tried the sport. mates. From Gunn, 147 students will go to University The maximum penalty for the charge March- “I’ve been doing it ever since,” “I’ll never forget the friends I have made, of California schools. Mostly notably 33 to UC ant is facing is up to one year in county jail, up she said. “I have so much fun every (and) teachers who guided me through,” senior Berkeley; 18 to UC Santa Cruz; 18 to UC Davis; to $1,000 in fines and suspension of his driving time I come to practice.” Greer Stone said in his commencement address. 14 to UCLA; and 26 to UC San Diego. license. She loves everything about the “Thank you to all.” Seventeen Gunn students plan to attend Stan- “Obviously, those are the maximums and not sport: the sheer joy of lifting herself “I can’t think of a better place to finish our ford. necessarily what is likely,” Boyarsky said. up high off the ground, releasing high school career,” classmate Will Frazier said Two Gunn graduates plan to go to Harvard, Marchant admitted leaving the car on the deck the pole and falling. “It’s a great in his speech. “It seems like yesterday it was the two to Yale, three to Duke University, and two when police were able to recover the vehicle’s se- feeling.” first day of school.” to Princeton. rial number, which had been partially removed. She’s done so well in pole vault- More than 90 percent of this year’s class will Seven Gunn graduates plan to attend women’s No other students have come forward as partici- ing that she also holds the girls’ go on to attend two- and four-year colleges, ac- colleges. pants. high school record, which she cording to Assistant Principal Katya Villalobos, While each student received cheers when his Marchant was suspended from classes for three broke at 14 feet 1 inch earlier this substituting for Principal Scott Laurence who or her name was called Wednesday, one senior days last week. month. To compete, she had to was across town attending his son’s graduation — Blaine Marchant — received a standing ova- By graduation the deck was fixed. miss her graduation. at Gunn High School. tion from more than half his class. “It felt good,” Marchant said about the support She runs for an hour three times According to informal surveys by student-run Marchant was the student who left his graffiti- his classmates gave him. a week and pole vaults for several newspapers at both Paly and Gunn, graduates covered Volvo station wagon overturned on the Classmates and their parents and grandparents hours twice a week, she said. will go far and wide in the coming year. deck in the school’s Quad last week as a senior mostly supported Marchant. Those who disap- She works hard at staying in top One Paly student will go to Oxford University, prank. Initially Palo Alto police arrested March- proved did not want to be quoted in the news- form, but her secret to success is while 14 will travel. ant on a felony charge for vandalism because it paper. (continued on page 5) Paly graduates will also head for the East was thought the damage to the wooden deck was (continued on page 8) Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 3 Upfront

703 HIGH STREET, PALO ALTO, CA 94302 (650) 326-8210 PUBLISHER Upfront William S. Johnson EDITORIAL Jay Thorwaldson, Editor Editor’s note: This edition’s news stories, ReaderWire, and Public Jocelyn Dong, Managing Editor Agenda can be read in their entirety on the Internet. Go to our Web site Allen Clapp, Carol Blitzer, Assistant Editors at www.PaloAltoOnline.com. Keith Peters, Sports Editor Rick Eymer, Assistant Sports Editor Rebecca Wallace, Arts & Entertainment Editor Tyler Hanley, Online Editor Delgado convicted of lesser crash charges Don Kazak, Senior Staff Writer Molly Tanenbaum, Becky Trout, Susan Hong, A San Mateo County jury Thursday found 19-year-old Edith Delgado Staff Writers innocent of felony vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence for causing Norbert von der Groeben, Chief Photographer Marjan Sadoughi, Staff Photographer a July 5, 2006, crash on U.S. Highway 101 in Menlo Park that killed three Kelley Cox, Photo Intern people, including two members of the Tongan royal family. Sue Dremann, Staff Writer, Special Sections Editor Karla Kane, Editorial Assistant After a nearly three-week trial, Delgado was convicted of the lesser Jeanne Aufmuth, Dale Bentson, charge of three counts of misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter without Lynn Comeskey, Kit Davey, Tim Goode, Jack gross negligence, prompting her to break down in tears in the courtroom McKinnon, Susan Tavernetti, Robert Taylor, Contributors as her attorney, Randy Moore, hugged her. Thea Lamkin-Carughi, Editorial Intern Delgado faced a possibility of serving up to eight years in prison but Elizabeth Obreza, Arts & Entertainment Intern will now likely only face one year in county jail at her sentencing Aug. DESIGN 24, according to Moore. 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(continued on page 3) The math aficionado served as president of the Paly Math Club for three years, during which time he helped optimism and commitment. the club participate in a dozen math competitions. “I take all my competitions and practices seriously,” Sanborn also taught AP calculus to his peers. she said. “I know my whole world doesn’t revolve around But he’s not all about the math. Sanborn plays the pole vaulting. It’s not the absolute end of the world if I flute and piano, too, including a two-year stint with the have a bad competition or a bad practice,” she said. San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra. Her drive to succeed comes with some sacrifices, but He attributes the teaching and musical experiences they have paid off, she said. with helping him to get comfortable with speaking in “It’s tough sometimes when all my friends are going front of people. out and I have a meet the next weekend,” she said. “So I “I’m certainly a lot more social now,” he said. have to get sleep.” He expects he’ll be a lifelong fan of academia. But, she said, “it’s worth it.” “I also just think learning is so important that I’m hap- She takes her inspiration from current female pole

py to be a part of it and give back to the community,” he Marjan Sadoughi vaulters who have jumped higher than 16 feet. said. ■ “They make those bars look easy, so that’s what I —Susan Hong want to hit.” This summer she has her eyes on going to the World Junior Championship in Berlin. In the fall she will attend to University of California, Los Angeles, on a scholar- ship. The school has produced two former NCAA record holders. Beyond that she’s hoping for the London 2012 Olym- pics. “If I could have a perfect world, I would want to go to the Olympics for pole vaulting,” she said. ■ —Susan Hong Marjan Sadoughi Adrian Sanborn Student’s interest in math adds up

During his last weekend of school, Palo Alto High Marjan Sadoughi School senior Adrian Sanborn flew to Las Vegas for one Gea Kang final challenge: the American Editor-in-chief eyes United Nations work Regional Math Meeting deadlines, assigning news stories to report- League Competi- ers and managing a team of 50 could be stressful for tion. anyone young or old, but Gea Kang, editor-in-chief of the Two-time Gunn High School “Oracle,” has taken it in stride. American Math “A certain amount of pressure is good for you,” she Contest winner said. and a nationally Voted “Most Likely to Succeed” by her peers, Kang ranked competi- holds a national merit scholar award, an honorable men- tor in the United tion in review writing from the Journalism Education States of Amer- Association/National Scholastic Press Association and ica Mathemati- a certificate of merit for all-around journalist from the cal Olympiad, Columbia Scholastic Press Association. Sanborn loves She received a Yale Book Award and an award of numbers.

excellence from South Korean Ambassador Seok Hyun Marjan Sadoughi “I like math Marjan Sadoughi Hong for public speech in Korean, among other awards. because a lot Coming from a Korean-American background and of it is really leading a diverse group of people at the school’s news- beautiful — the paper propelled Kang to discover how important it was symmetries be- for her to understand others. tween parts are “I have learned how difficult and how valuable it is at really cool. Once the same time to be able to be a part of different worlds you’ve proven something that’s true, it can’t be refuted Paly seniors file into the seating and to be able to bridge that,” she said. by anybody,” he said. area as the graduation ceremony She attributes working and writing for the school’s In fact, he’s thinking about dedicating his professional begins (top). Nick Moorehead, Jeff monthly newspaper with broadening her perspective on life to learning about and teaching math after he finishes Christopherson, Paul Reamy and her role in a community. Harvard University, where he plans to attend this fall. Alex Schmarzo wait for graduation “I’ve met a lot of different people that I wouldn’t have “I think it’d be really cool to be a math professor be- to begin (second from top). The spoken to otherwise,” she said. cause I get to do a lot of really hard math and I get to Paly women wore white dresses The leadership experience has helped her grow a lot, teach smart students,” he said. for the ceremony (above). Blaine she added. It was at Jordan Middle School where he discovered Marchant (left) gets a standing “It’s interesting to see people’s different strengths, his talent for math. As an eighth-grader, he won a region- ovation as he received his diplo- where their strengths lie and where my strengths and al math contest and went on to compete in a statewide ma. The class of 2007 (below) gets weaknesses lie,” she said. competition. After moving to high school, the math club ready to graduate. She dreams of working at the United Nations, where Marjan Sadoughi he had been in at Jordan disbanded because no teacher she hopes she will fulfill her goal of bridging culture gaps. would coach the club. “There are so many conflicts going on because people Sanborn decided to do something about it. Sopho- don’t understand each other,” she said, referring to the more year he persuaded his father, Noel, to act as Middle East. the parent-sponsor for the club. Then the high school At the age of 18, she’s already traveled to 40 different student got 30 kids signed up — and coached them countries. himself. Gunn has certainly helped prepare her for a bigger Three year later, Sanborn’s infectious excitement for world, she said. math has grown the club to 100 students, helped mem- “I know what I like doing: studying languages, travel- bers win competitions and persuaded a teacher-mentor ing, connecting people with writing,” she said. to volunteer. Fluent in Korean and English, and having studied Span- He said he really opened up as a person at Paly. ish, Kang said she wants to continue learning as many “It’s been really good,” he said. While in middle school different languages as she can. This fall, she will attend he had a small circle of friends with whom he played Stanford University. magic cards, but high school opened up a whole new

She plans to continue with journalism, too. Marjan Sadoughi world. “I’d be interested in using the media in education in “I loved my freshman year. I came to Paly with a lot of some way,” she said. ■ very cool, very smart people,” he said. “I made a lot of friends. I started participating in a lot of activities and in —Susan Hong a lot of clubs.” (continued on next page) Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 5 Graduation 2007 Marjan Sadoughi

George Lu Ready to help Having volunteered more than 400 hours in Palo Alto hospitals so far, George Lu said his high school experiences have been just the beginning of what he sees as a lifelong involvement in medicine. “I just really enjoy giving my time to help other patients,” he said. He’s volunteered at the VA and El Camino hospitals, transporting lab Norbert von der Groeben samples and escorting patients. Through the Palo Alto Fire Department’s Caroline Binkley and Nikita Dodani blow bubbles during the Gunn High School graduation program. emergency medical-response program, Lu got first-aid training, which en- abled him to stand by as an emergency aide for city events. What drives him to help others and do well in school? Something internal, he says. “Just being able to meet a variety of people — everyone from World War II veterans to younger people whom I discharged” was rewarding for him, he said. Along with volunteering, Lu enjoys playing music for the public. He played the lead cello with the Palo Alto Chamber Orchestra, a youth-only group. He also plays piano. He views playing music for the public as an extension of his interest in com- munity service. “The piece that I enjoyed learning and working on and preparing — that en- joyment and interest translates to the audience, and I’m able to impart that to whomever’s listening to the piece,” he said. Lu plans to attend Harvard University this September. Moving beyond Gunn will taste bittersweet for him, though. “I guess I’m a little sad to realize it might be the last time I see a lot of my friends for a while,” he said. At the same time he’s looking forward to going to the East Coast because he will be able to travel to a new part of the country and meet people, he said. He attributes much of his success to the people in his life. “I have to give a lot of credit to my parents, my teachers, all my friends, and all the patients I’ve been in contact with,” he said. “I try to see the good in all the people I meet.” His top priority for college is to do well. “First, keep up what I’ve been doing: keep learning, keep the grades up obviously. And I’d like to do some undergraduate research,” he said.

Norbert von der Groeben The research Lu wants to look at is in an area of biochemistry called “pro- Gunn High School grads celebrate (above and below) during Wednesday evening's graduation ceremony in tein folding.” The subject piqued his interest junior year after he read about the school's amphitheater. the topic in his biology textbook. “It’s a combination of everything I’m interested in,” he said. “I think if we can figure out how proteins fold, it will be extremely beneficial for medicine. “Once we’re on the track to finding the solution to how proteins fold, there are a lot of diseases that can be treated with that knowledge.” ■ —Susan Hong Hannah Sachs Recognizing a woman’s place in the world Robotics changed Hannah Sachs’ life. “That was an amazing part of my high school experience,” she said of her role as one of three team leaders for Gatorbotics, the Castilleja School robotics team. “Before robotics I would never have considered science as a ca- reer because before I was really into debate and politics,” she said. “I think it kinda made me more of a feminist, because I really hadn’t thought about sexism in the work- place very much. Marjan Sadoughi “As we went to the nationals each year, I kind of saw how little women were represented — especially in the science field —and also thinking Norbert von der Groeben Page 6 • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Graduation 2007 about it in positions of power in many fields,” she said. “A lot of my career goals involve becoming an influential woman to show that women can really do as much as man can.” Sachs joined the robotics team her sophomore year after watching a video about FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technol- ogy) competitions. She thought it was really “cool.” “It was one season where I didn’t have a sport, and I decided to join on a whim, not thinking it would be a major commitment, but after that season I really enjoyed it,” she said. “So I took a leadership position the next season, and I just got more and more involved as I got older.” Her team won the DaimlerChrysler Spirit of the First Award in the San Jose regional competition in March this year and went on to place the highest of any all-girls team ever in the national competitions in April. She enjoyed her all-girls high school experience. She attended Castilleja for seven years, and the time was both rewarding and challenging, she said. “People tend to think all-girls schools are very catty,” she said. “It’s the complete opposite, and all my classmates couldn’t be nicer.” Her junior and senior years hit Sachs the hardest due to four AP classes and extracurricular activities. They made it hard for her to have time to spend with friends. She often spent four hours a day on homework and a day on the weekend trying to get ahead. “Sometimes it’s hard to achieve an active social life,” she said. She said she found a happy medium, though. She fondly remembers her senior retreat, when she and her 57 class- Kelley Cox mates went whitewater rafting on the American River near Coloma. “It’s so beautiful up there. It was such an amazing way to wind things down,” she said. On the calmer parts of the river, she and her friends re- laxed. “We could just sit there and talk together.” Mobolaji David, Noel Cruz and Zaquis In the fall, Sachs will head to Princeton University and major in operations re- Coleman celebrate commencement at East- search and financial engineering. She wants to work in the world of finance. This side College Preparatory School Wednesday summer, she will intern at the investment banking firm Lehman Brothers. ■ afternoon (above). Keynote speaker Angelique —Susan Hong Burton (left), an Eastside Prep alumna, ad- dresses the class of 2007 at the school's graduation ceremony. Below, parents and Elijah Guo students mingle on the Paly campus where school colors and decorations honor the new Slamming through graduating class. high school Elijah Guo discovered his love for the spoken word at Gunn High School. “I won the slam that we held in class,” he said, recalling his first slam-poetry contest during his freshman year. Before that event, Guo had run on the high- school track team and played in school bands. But winning the contest sparked an inner passion that sent him on a journey through high school slam- Marjan Sadoughi poetry contests around the Bay Area. Senior year, Guo wanted to take his slam poetry talent one step further. He quit sports and starting acting. He auditioned for the school musical “Bat Boy,” snagging the role of a village rancher. “It has been really relieving,” he said about acting. “Being able to be a part of a new community so quickly was really exciting for me.” English teachers found Guo’s talent for the written and spoken word good enough to award him the honor of addressing his class at graduation Wednesday. “I’m really honored,” he said prior to giving his speech. “I’m glad that I’m going to be able to address all the seniors during this important time.” Kelley Cox Guo likes to combine his passion for poetry with his enjoyment of volun- teerism. He served as president of the Key Club, one of Gunn’s community- service groups. He raised $3,000 for cancer patients, increased awareness of the problem of hunger in Africa, planted trees, and helped children at the Palo Alto Art Center. With his slam poetry club, he performed for a school assembly on the conflict in Darfur. “The U.N. has imposed sanctions on the henchmen but too timidly,” Guo wrote and performed with a group. “There is a gap, a chasm between what we are doing and what reaches (the hand of a dying woman). ... The key is simply in acknowledging the gap. ... In calling your representatives.” But all is not serious for Guo. He enjoys bringing humor into his written work as well. “I had seen videos of some humorous slam poets, and I thought I could do some funny things about my admissions (application),” he said. Guo shared an excerpt from one essay: “I have ways to provide the oppressed with sweet salvation, drops of dew that free them from tyranny. I see great things for this society we live in. I see every issue, and I can improve upon it! Which is why, Mr. Admissions Officer, I want to attend your university. Oh yeah, I take all the advanced placement classes: AP smothering the flames of war / AP providing salvation, AP improving upon society / AP getting into college, AP making a collage / AP tying shoes / AP telling time, AP singing the blues.” At the University of California, Berkeley, where he will study this fall, Guo

plans to continue pursuing drama. Marjan Sadoughi “I have interests that are academic, too, so I won’t be a starving actor,” he added, but if he happens to make it big as an actor or writer, “That’ll be good news.” ■ —Susan Hong Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 7 Graduation 2007

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Paly grads say goodbye to their high school days Wednesday evening at the close of the graduation ceremony.

Graduation ridiculous.” and smaller, Stanford Stadium. (continued from page 3) After the ceremony the graduates Commencement begins at 9:30 boarded several buses and went to a.m. with the undergraduates enter- “I think it was an unforgettable San Francisco for an all-night senior ing the stadium en masse in what is thing here at Paly,” classmate Kevin party. called the “Wacky Walk.” Dexter said about the incident. “He’s This spring, nearly 1,800 seniors Dana Gioia, a poet, literary critic got a bunch of publicity.” have graduated from area high and chairman of the National En- “It was a good prank, but he got schools from Palo Alto to Wood- dowment for the Arts, will give the caught,” classmate Burke Boyle side. keynote address. He is a Stanford said. “I approve of his prank as far On Sunday, Stanford University alumnus. ■ as pranks go.” will hold its 116th commencement. Susan Hong can be e-mailed at “It didn’t hurt anything,” a grand- The event is expected to draw about [email protected]. parent, Susan Young, said. About 27,000 graduates, faculty and family Senior Staff Writer Don Kazak the felony charge: “It’s just totally members to the newly refurbished, contributed to this report. Page 8 • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly ArtsA weekly guide to music, & theater, art,Entertainment movies and more, edited by Rebecca Wallace

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enjamin Kreitman, a 15-year-old Palo Alto trumpeter, sometimes listens to the same jazz song up to 100 times in a row. He never gets bored, though: This exercise Bhelps him study the “rhythms of individual in- struments and different ideas,” he says. Kreitman, a member of Gunn High School’s jazz band and combo, also works to train his ear by going to festivals and listening to live music. “That’s how you learn to play jazz. Listen to someone else play.” Alto saxophonist Lee Konitz may be of a different generation — he started his career playing cool jazz with Miles Davis in the 1940s — but he speaks the same language of collaboration. He says jazz musi- cians strive to musically “listen” and “speak” to each other during a song. “Trying to be as spontaneous as possible is part of the communication style,” he said. Generations come together and learn from each other each summer at the Stanford Jazz Festival and Workshop. There’s a series of concerts, running this year from June 23 through Aug. 4. The workshop fea- tures educational programs for young musicians: an evening summer program for ages 12 through adult; a jazz camp for ages 12 through 17; and a jazz resi- dency, open by audition for musicians under 18. Marjan Sadoughi

Konitz is one of the artists taking part in both the festival and the workshop. He’ll help train novice mu- sicians by teaching portions of the jazz residency pro- gram. And, for the first time in his jazz career, Konitz will perform at the festival on Aug. 4, collaborating with Ray Drummond, a bassist he admires. Drummer Akira Tana and “special guests” will also join the performance the closing night of the festival. Meanwhile, Kreitman is trying something new this summer. He has attended Stanford’s festival concerts and studied at the jazz camp for the past three years. For the first time, he’ll be part of the jazz residency. “I improve so much each time (I go to jazz camp),” said Kreitman, who also plays the classical trumpet. “I see what I’ve been missing all year. I improve my playing in every aspect.” Marjan Sadoughi About eight years ago, Kreitman switched from the violin to the trumpet after experiencing the sound of brass at his older brother’s jazz band performances. Now he practices up to two hours per day. (continued on next page)

Palo Alto musician Benjamin Kreitman, 15, plays jazz and classical trumpet.

Stanford Jazz programs allow young and seasoned musicians to A Musical Conversation learn from each other

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■ A giant of a play. Wonderful, moving Atherton jazz camper Alexander up.” Dubovoy, 13, has found the same to be true. “You’ve learned all and purely theatrical. these songs. If you don’t perform New York Post them, then there is no real reason for learning them,” he said. Stanford Jazz performers, fac- Dubovoy began playing the pia- ulty and students often gather for no when he was 3 and singing be- spontaneous jam sessions at the THE TONY AWARD-WINNING DRAMA fore he can remember. He also be- CoHo (Stanford Coffee House) lieves in the collaborative spirit of at the Tresidder Student Union jazz. “After you’ve learned theory on campus. Scheduled hours this all you can do is learn by listen- summer are 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. ing,” he said. June 25-July 9; and 10 p.m. to Kreitman enjoys the size of midnight July 16-19, July 23-26 The Elephant Man Stanford Jazz, saying that it’s small and July 29-Aug. 2. enough to “create a good vibe” and By Bernard Pomerance to allow audience members to ap- proach the musicians after their Directed by Robert Kelley performances, as Kreitman has in What: Stanford Jazz Festival past years. He’s looking forward concerts Starring Aldo Billingslea, Jason Kuykendall, and Rebecca Dines to speaking with two of his jazz Where: Stanford University’s Winner of every major award for drama, this enthralling, ravishingly theatrical play chroni- role models, workshop graduates Campbell Recital Hall and Din- Taylor Eigsti and Julian Lage, who kelspiel Auditorium in Palo Alto cles the life of John Merrick, the deformed 19th century carnival attraction who became an will both perform at the festival in When: June 23 - Aug. 4 urbane and clever favorite of Victorian society. Portrayed without makeup or device, the July. Cost: Tickets typically are Elephant Man is one of the epic characters of contemporary theatre. Brief partial nudity. Those looking for more oppor- $28-$40 for general admis- tunities to interact with jazz musi- sion and $10-$20 for students. cians might also want to drop by Some performances are free. the CoHo (the Stanford Coffee Info: For concert details, go House) at the Tresidder Student to www.stanfordjazz.org or call THE NATIONALLY-ACCLAIMED THEATRE OF SILICON VALLEY Union on campus in the evenings 650-736-0324. this summer. The audience can Watercourse Way

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shows in a typical month, and in the summer the schedule is espe- cially full. Cortez said the band especially enjoys outdoor shows such as Palo Alto’s Twilight Concert series. “We did one in Belmont, and San Carlos and San Mateo...we love ‘em. You get a whole mixed bag of folks, au- diences young and old.” Twilight concerts — which fea- ture bands playing music from funk to salsa to tributes to the Doors — take place Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at various locations in Palo Alto, through Aug. 14. There’s also a midday concert series, the Brown Bag concerts, held Thursdays at noon at Cogswell Plaza downtown. That series kicks off on July 12 with Motordude Zydeco’s dance music from Southwest Louisiana. Next Tuesday, when Native El- ements plays at the Mitchell Park Above: Native Elements (pictured are the core members of the band) Bowl, the audience will likely hear brings the sunny bounce of reggae to Palo Alto next week. Below: Mo- original songs from the band’s tordude Zydeco plays dance music from Louisiana. two albums, as well as classic Bob Marley tunes for sing-alongs. Their original tunes include “Reg- gae Dancin’,” which is fueled by sweet vocal harmonies and a par- ticularly sprightly horn section; and the melodic, earnest “For the Love,” which includes a poignant Jamie Brunson guitar solo reminiscent of Spanish guitarists. Songwriting is a collective en- deavor for the band, unsurprising when musicians know each other so well. “It’s very democratic the way we put things together,” Cortez said. “Someone will come up with a bass line or a rhythm and someone will write a lyric to it. And the horn players will come in and put their stamp on it.” With a grin in his voice, he add- ed, “By the time everyone has put their two cents into the tune, it’s re- Summertime songs ally something monstrous.” ■ Palo Alto’s Twilight and Brown Bag concerts open with a rich blend of tunes What: The Twilight and by Rebecca Wallace Brown Bag concert series, pre- sented by the City of Palo Alto’s hen reggae drummer Chris “It would seem pretty natural Arts and Sciences Division Cortez answers the phone, that we would end up rooting our Where: Twilight concerts are Wthere’s music in the back- music into that genre because it at parks and other locations ground. Not a Bob Marley track, has so many influences,” Cortez throughout Palo Alto (Native but a cool stream of piano. said. “There was something very Elements plays at the Mitchell Cortez will have to call back cool about the message behind the Park Bowl, 600 E. Meadow later. Right now, he’s on-air at the music. It wasn’t just about parties; Drive, on June 19.) Brown Bag radio station KCSM hosting the it was more about bringing positive concerts are in Cogswell Plaza Arcadia Oil on Panel 66” X 66” 2007 mid-day jazz program. messages to people.” at Lytton Avenue and Ramona No band is an island, not even one On the band’s Web site, www.na Street. Opening Reception Saturday June 16 that focuses on the sunny bounce tive-elements.com, the musicians When: Twilight shows are of reggae. The musicians of Native describe themselves as a collec- Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m., 6 pm to 9 pm Elements — which will open the tive and “a family before anything June 19 through Aug. 14 (no City of Palo Alto’s summer out- else.” show July 3). Brown Bag door concert series next Tuesday It’s certainly a large family. The shows are Thursdays from Michael Rosenthal Contemporary Art evening — also have backgrounds 11 members are: Jose Pangan and noon to 1 p.m., July 12 through in blues, jazz, rock and pop. Joseph Quianzon on lead vocals; Aug. 2. 2317 Broadway, Redwood City Native Elements grew out of a Cortez on drums and back-up vo- Cost: Free group of friends having jam ses- cals; Jaime Duran on bass guitar; Info: For details on the other 650-369-1948 www.michaelrosenthal.org sions after school in Daly City and Pete Hadden on keyboards; Joel bands set to perform, call 650- South San Francisco, starting about Atanacio on guitar, Ben Thomp- 463-4940 or go to www.cityof 13 years ago. son on keyboards; Mike Heuser on paloalto.org/concerts. “That’s how we kept out of trombone; Mike Bazlamit on saxo- trouble,” Cortez says during a later phone; Steve Krchniak on trumpet; Share a part of phone call. “We would emulate our and Martin Garro on percussion. favorite records: It was everything The musicians balance tunes For those of you who prefer your life – from Jimi Hendrix to the Beatles, with day jobs. There are two nurses your arts tidbits served online, or Metallica.” in the band, as well as an insurance may we suggest arts editor Re- Give blood Over time, the band evolved. salesman, a guy calling himself a becca Wallace’s blog. The full More musicians joined — the band CPA (certified parking attendant), creative menu is available at all 1-888-723-7831 now numbers 11 — and ultimately and radio producer/program host hours on www.PaloAltoOnline. that whirl of music came to center Cortez. Native Elements has any- com. Scroll down to Ad Libs. http://BloodCenter.Stanford.edu on reggae. where from four to eight or nine

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or purchase hot dogs, hamburg- Hot Dog Shows ers, veggie burgers, chips and soft Children’s theater meets chil- drinks at the theater. Tickets are dren’s taste buds with Hot Dog $8 for adults and $4 for children Suppertime Shows, presented by through high school age. Palo Alto Children’s Theatre. This For more information and tick- summer’s menu, themed “Drag- ets, call 650-463-4930. ons, Dogs and Ducks,” includes Worth a Look “The Pale Pink Dragon,” “Disney’s A lively Palo Alto Players cast 101 Dalmatians Kids” and “Honk! presents “Noises Off.” Jr.,” served with sides of hot dogs, Theater hamburgers and soft drinks. Music ‘Noises Off’ “The Pale Pink Dragon” is about ‘Divas for Life’ a prince, who with the help of a Song and laughter may not In a generation obsessed with field Road in Palo Alto. The pro- fierce white cat, ventures to defeat directly cure cancer, but support- reality television, dramatic perfec- duction runs from June 16 through a dragon. This production, with ing Miss Molly Bell’s singing divas tion has almost become passé. In July 1, with a preview show on book written by Phyllis McCallum, could help this worthy cause. Bell Michael Frayn’s play-within-a-play June 15 at 8 p.m. A gala reception music by Jean Tandowsky and lyr- thinks this cause is particularly “Noises Off,” Palo Alto Players ex- will be held after the opening-night ics by Prue Holden, will run June worthy because she lost her father plores the reality, farce and fiasco performance on June 16. 19-23 and June 26-29. to lymphoma in 1999. of stage acting by literally bringing Show times are 8 p.m Wednes- Later this summer, “Dalmatians” Bell, who has performed with the backstage to center stage. days, Thursdays, Fridays and Sat- opens on July 5, and “Honk! Jr.” TheatreWorks and other com- Whereas most actors try to urdays and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. opens on July 17. panies and trains students in the memorize their lines and timing, Preview tickets cost $20; Wednes- All performances begin at 6:30 performing arts at her own studio, Frayn’s script has these actors day, Thursday and Sunday perfor- p.m. and are about one hour. has gathered together Bay Area deliberately miss their cues and mances cost $26; and Friday and Shows are performed in the

Joyce Goldschmid leading ladies as well as several forget their lines. Personal drama Saturday performances cost $30. Palo Alto Children’s Theatre’s young “Divas-in-Training” to per- makes its way into the scripted Students receive a $3 discount for Secret Garden located at 1305 form the cabaret show “Divas for drama. Backstage happenings Wednesday, Friday and Sunday Middlefield Road in Palo Alto. Life” for the Los Altos Relay for become part of the act. performances. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Families Life. Past “Divas for Life” concerts Performances will be at the Lu- Call 650-329-0891 or go to may bring their own picnic dinners have included humorous songs cie Stern Theatre at 1305 Middle- www.paplayers.org. such as “Taylor the Latte Boy.” The concert will be held on June 18 at Los Altos High School, 210 PARTICIPANTS WANTED Almond Ave. The show begins at 7 p.m. with a VIP reception to be for Stanford Research Study held at 8:30 p.m. General admission tickets cost .FFU $25, VIP tickets $50, and Super Interested in Complementary VIP $75. For tickets, go to www. and Alternative Medicine? missmollybell.com.
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The infectious music is Piaf’s music is equally mournful and palliative, resourceful, Nancy starts to investigate with the help sure to get your feet tapping.” eerily evocative as it smoothes over a whirlwind of of the Internet and housekeeper Hannah’s tasty lemon Ruthe Stein flashbacks and the visual squalor of life on the stark bars and blondies. side. Instead of building a suspenseful mystery, the As arresting as Cotillard’s performance is, her narrative hits a snag spending so much time at Hol- “ONCE may well be the best movie is a tousled biopic both bleak and disturbing, lywood High. The mean girls (Daniella Monet and a lengthy bad dream that wrings out every drop of Kelly Vitz) bully Nancy, the new student garbed in music film of our generation.” sympathy and sentiment. Michael Phillips old-fashioned penny loafers and clothes sewn from her late mother’s patterns (Jeffrey Kurland’s adorable FOR MORE RAVE REVIEWS, LOG ON TO Rated: PG-13 for unsettling themes and language. www.OnceinaLifetimeReviews.com retro designs). Enter Josh Flitter as 12-year-old Corky, In French with English subtitles. 2 hours, 20 min- who develops a fast friendship with Nancy and steals utes. the film from under her bookworm nose. A fireball of energy and fun, Flitter has the best lines and perfect — Jeanne Aufmuth comic timing. He makes wholesome teen hearthrob Ned (Max Theriot) look even more boring than he really is. Nancy Drew ✭1/2 Oh, the mystery? Nancy explains every clichéd de- (Century 16, Century 20) Regardless of the revi- velopment immediately after the fact to make sure sions Nancy Drew has undergone since debuting in the audience gets it. Worse yet, the tale of a secret the 1930s, the plucky teen detective has always been pregnancy and greedy showbiz types may not be the associated with a good mystery story. But director best subject matter for the PG crowd. Several scenes, Andrew Fleming (“The In-Laws” and “Dick”) doesn’t including a cameo appearance by Bruce Willis, add have a clue about successfully adapting this beloved nothing but more running time to the sluggish mov- franchise to the big screen. A sleuth kit couldn’t help ie. solve all the problems of this tedious production. Similar to the books, the movie ends with news Emma Roberts (Nickelodeon’s “Unfabulous”) plays of Nancy’s next case. Let’s hope the sequel sticks to the title character with winsome charm. She’s whip- mystery instead of spending time on super-spy heroics smart, kind, fearless and filled with an insatiable and convincing everyone that a good-girl detective curiosity. Unfortunately, the script by Fleming and can be cool. co-writer Tiffany Paulsen transforms the amateur detective from a normal girl to a Sydney Bristow-like Rated: PG for mild violence, thematic elements agent in the making. Her bomb-disposing and stunt- and brief language. 1 hour. 30 minutes. driving skills are more informed by “Alias” than by How often do you find the right person? the printed pages of the series. Even local law en- — Susan Tavernetti forcement officials remind us that Nancy’s abilities are superior to those of their staff. Why worry about Want to add your two cents to our film coverage? her safety? Write your own review on the Movies section of The story takes Nancy and her attorney father (Tate TownSquare. Go to www.PaloAltoOnline.com. Donovan) from their fictional hometown of River Heights to Los Angeles. 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28 Weeks Later (R) Century 20: 12:20, 3:05, 5:40, 8:05 & 10:30 p.m. “THE MOST ASTONISHING IMMERSION OF ONE (Not Reviewed) PERFORMER INTO THE BODY AND SOUL OF Bug (R) ✭✭1/2 Century 20: 7:55 & 10:20 p.m. ANOTHER I’VE EVER ENCOUNTERED IN A FILM.” DOA: Dead or Alive (PG-13) Century 20: 12:05, 2:20, 4:40, 7:10 & 9:45 p.m. –– STEPHENSTEPHEN HOLDEN,HOLDEN, THE NEW YORK TIMES (Not Reviewed) “ ” Fantastic Four: Rise of the Century 16: 11:10 & 11:45 a.m.; 12:20, 12:55, 1:35, 2:15, 2:45, 3:20, 4, 4:35, 5:10, 5:45, 6:25, 7, “ ” Silver Surfer (PG) 7:35, 8:10, 8:50, 9:25, 10 & 10:35 p.m. Century 12: 11:50 a.m.; 12:30, 1:10, 1:40, 2:15, 2:50, 3:30, ★★★★ (Not Reviewed) 4, 4:35, 5:10, 6:20, 7, 7:30, 8, 8:40, 9:25, 9:50 & 10:20 p.m. –– STEVENSTEVEN REA,REA, THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER Fracture (R) ✭✭✭✭ Century 20: 1, 4, 7:05 & 9:55 p.m. Gracie (PG-13) ✭✭1/2 Century 20: 11:55 a.m.; 2:35 & 5:05 p.m. “A TRIUMPH YOU WILL WANT Hostel Part II (R) Century 16: 12:15, 2:40, 5:20, 8:05 & 10:30 p.m. Century 12: Noon, 1:30, 2:30, 4:15, 5:00, 6:45, TO SEE AGAIN AND AGAIN.” (Not Reviewed) 7:40, 9:10 & 10 p.m. –– REXREX REED, REED, NEW YORK OBSERVER ✭✭✭ Hot Fuzz (R) Century 20: 11:20 a.m.; 2:15, 5, 7:45 & 10:25 p.m. “SPRAWLING AND Knocked Up (R) ✭✭1/2 Century 16: 11:15 a.m.; 1:10, 2:15, 4:10, 5:15, 7:10, 8:15 & 10:10 p.m. Century 20: 11:35 a.m.; 12:40, 1:30, 2:30, 3:35, 4:30, 5:35, 6:35, 7:30, 8:35, 9:35 & 10:35 p.m. PASSIONATE... La Vie En Rose (PG-13) ✭✭✭ Guild: 1, 3:45, 6:40 & 9:30 p.m. EXTRAORDINARY.” – PHILIP KENNICOTT, Mr. Brooks (R) ✭✭✭ Century 12: 12:40, 4:10, 7:20 & 10:10 p.m. THE WASHINGTON POST The Namesake (PG-13) ✭✭✭ Century 20: 1:25, 4:15, 7:20 & 10:20 p.m. Nancy Drew (PG) ✭1/2 Century 16: 11:30 a.m.; 2, 4:25, 7:15 & 9:40 p.m. Century 20: 11:25 a.m.; 12:45, 1:55, 3:15, 4:25, “GIVE MARION COTILLARD ® 5:40, 7, 8:10, 9:30 & 10:35 p.m. THE OSCAR® NOW!” Ocean’s Thirteen (PG-13) ✭✭✭ Century 16: 11 a.m.; noon, 1, 1:55, 2:50, 3:55, 4:50, 5:50, 7:05, 7:50, 8:45, 9:55 & 10:40 p.m. –JAN WAHL, KRON TV/KCBS RADIO San Francisco Century 20: 11:15 & 11:50 a.m.; 12:30, 1:10, 2:00, 2:40, 3:20, 4, 4:50, 5:30, 6:15, 6:50, 7:40, 8:20, 9:10, 9:50 & 10:30 p.m. A FILM BY OLIVIER DAHAN Once (R) ✭✭✭1/2 Aquarius: 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. MARION COTILLARD Paprika (R) ✭✭✭1/2 CinéArts at Palo Alto Square: 2, 4:45 & 7:15 p.m.; Fri.-Sun. also at 9:40 p.m. Paris Je T’aime (R) ✭✭✭ Aquarius: 1:15, 4, 6:40 & 9:20 p.m. LA VIE EN ROSE Pirates of the Caribbean: Century 16: 11:20 a.m.; 12:45, 4:20 & 8 p.m.; Fri., Sun.-Tue. also at 6:45 p.m. Century 12: At THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE OF EDITH PIAF World’s End (PG-13) ✭✭1/2 12:10,1:50, 3:50, 7:50, & 9:35 p.m.; Fri., Sun.-Tue. also at 6 p.m. Ratatouille (G) Sneak Preview Century 16: Sat. at 7 p.m. Century 12: Sat. at 7 p.m. The Rocky Horror Picture Guild: Sat. at midnight. STARTS FRIDAY, JUNE 15 Show (1975) (R) (Not Reviewed) Landmark Theatres GUILD 949 El Camino Real 650/266-9260 Shrek the Third (PG) ✭✭✭1/2 Century 16: 11:25 a.m.; 1:50, 4:15, 6:50 & 9:10 p.m. Century 20: 11:15 a.m.; noon, 12:50, 1:35, CHECK THEATRE DIRECTORY OR CALL FOR SHOWTIMES SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT NO PASSES OR DISCOUNT COUPONS ACCEPTED 2:25, 3:10, 3:55, 4:45, 5:45, 6:15, 7:15, 8, 8:40, 9:40 & 10:20 p.m. Spider-Man 3 (PG-13) ✭✭1/2 Century 16: 3 & 10:20 p.m. Century 20: 12:35, 3:50, 7 & 10:10 p.m. Surf’s Up (PG) ✭✭ Century 16: 11:05 a.m.; 12:05, 1:20, 2:20, 3:30, 4:30, 5:40, 6:55, 7:55, 9:15 & 10:05 p.m. “IRRESISTIBLE,CHARMING AND FUN. Century 12: 12:20, 1:20, 2, 3:00, 3:40, 4:25, 5:40, 6:30, 7:10, 8:10, 9, 9:40 & 10:30 p.m. AMODERN TWIST ON ABELOVED CLASSIC THAT TRANSCENDS GENERATIONS.” ✭✭✭ Waitress (PG-13) Century 20: 11:20 a.m.; 1:55, 4:35, 7:25 & 10 p.m. CinéArts at Palo Alto Square: 1:30, 4:15 & 7 p.m.; –-Alanna Slepitsky, AOL Fri.-Sun. also at 9:45 p.m. “A DELIGHTFUL ADVENTURE FOR THE ★ Skip it ★★ Some redeeming qualities ★★★ A good bet ★★★★ Outstanding WHOLE FAMILY!” -Jeffrey Lyons, NBC’s Reel Talk Aquarius: 430 Emerson St., Palo Alto (266-9260) Guild: 949 El Camino Real, Menlo Park (266-9260) “★★★★ ‘NANCY DREW’ Century Cinema 16: 1500 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain CinéArts at Palo Alto Square: 3000 El Camino Real, IS ADEFINITE MUST-SEE!” View (960-0970) Palo Alto (493-3456) -Earl Dittman, Wireless Magazines Century Park 12: 557 E. Bayshore Blvd., Redwood Internet address: For show times, plot synopses, trailers “ADVENTUROUS City (365-9000 and more information about films playing, go to Palo Alto AND FUN! Century 20 Downtown: 825 Middlefield Road, Red- Online at http://www.PaloAltoOnline.com/ GREAT FAMILY wood City (369-3456) ENTERTAINMENT!” -Maria Salas, ON THE WEB: The most up-to-date movie listings at www.PaloAltoOnline.com NBC-TV/MIAMI “EMMA ROBERTS HAS GENUINE NOW PLAYING investigator has her own problems, includ- 16, 2007) STAR POWER ing an ugly divorce from her greedy ex- AS SHE husband. The killing of a sex-crazed couple Ocean’s Thirteen ✭✭✭ BRINGS THE Gracie ✭✭1/2 puts Atwood back on the Thumbprint (Century 16, Century 20) “Ocean’s” is (Century 16, Century 20) Grace Bowen Killer’s trail. Moody and suspenseful, “Mr. a couple of action-packed hours of eye FAMOUS wants to play high school soccer when only Brooks” is worth taking a stab at. Rated: R candy. There’s not much of a plot, but the TEEN SLEUTH boys are perceived as having the requisite for strong bloody violence, some graphic film is still a catchy retread that reworks the TO LIFE athletic talent and toughness. Carly Schro- sexual content, nudity and language. 2 concept of the world’s most improbable eder plays the 15-year-old title character hours. — T.H. (Reviewed June 1, 2007) scam. In a nutshell: Key players Danny FOR ANEW with fire in her eyes. Every day, Gracie’s Ocean (George Clooney) and Rusty Ryan GENERATION.”– soccer-obsessed father (Dermot Mulroney) The Namesake ✭✭✭ (Brad Pitt) set out to avenge the betrayal of -Sara Edwards, runs his three sons through drills in their (Century 20) No one seems better suited to their guru Reuben Tishkoff (Elliott Gould). The Comcast Network South Orange, N.J., backyard. When the transform Jhumpa Lahiri’s touching prose Tishkoff was a trusting half-partner in Ve- oldest sibling and soccer star (Jesse Lee into film than director Mira Nair (“Monsoon gas’ hottest hotel casino (The Bank) until Soffer) dies in an accident, Gracie an- Wedding”). The narrative unfolds differently kingpin Willie Bank (Al Pacino doing his nounces that she intends to try out for the than in the best-selling 2003 book. Starting sleaziest lounge lizard) screwed him over to team. Forget a level playing field. She just with the train crash that spares bookworm the tune of millions. wants a chance to get on it. Despite flaws, Ashoke’s (Irrfan Khan) life in 1974 India, The duplicity lands Tishkoff in critical con- this stirring independent production is re- Sooni Taraporevala’s script initially favors dition from sheer shock. Ocean and com- markable for its honest portrayal of a family the male point of view. Then time leaps pany want revenge. What else to do but to grappling with grief and a female scoring forward to the meeting between Ashoke take down Bank? The boys are in rare form points for gender equity. Rated: PG-13 for and Ashima (Tabu), whose parents have in that cooler-than-thou way that garnered brief sexual content. 1 hour. 32 minutes. arranged for their marriage. When asked if so many fans in 2001. The action is snappy — S.T. (Reviewed June 1, 2007) she will be lonely living halfway around the enough to mask the narrative missteps. world from her family, the shy beauty looks This roll of the dice is a guaranteed win- Mr. Brooks ✭✭✭ at her future husband and replies, “Won’t ner.Rated: PG-13 for language and some (Century 12, Century 16) A philanthropist he be there?” Humor and humanity go sensuality. 2 hours, 2 minutes. — J.A. (Re- and family man, Mr. Brooks (Kevin Costner) hand in hand, as the newlyweds embrace viwed June 8, 2007) harbors a dark secret. He spends his days each other and life in America. Capturing alongside the devious Marshall (William the nuances of such a complex novel is Once ✭✭✭1/2 Hurt), whom only Brooks can see and impossible. Nair conveys its spirit, creating (Aquarius) A street troubadour with a hear. And Marshall’s motivations are purely a saga that speaks to anyone caught be- mending heart (Glen Hansard of the Irish vicarious pleasure as he slyly encourages tween cultures. Rated: PG-13 for sexuality/ band, The Frames) lays bare his soul MOBILE USERS: For Showtimes, Text Message NANCY and your ZIP CODE to 43KIX (43549) Brooks to commit murder, turning him nudity, a scene of drug use, some disturb- through poignant tunes. He imagines STARTS FRIDAY, JUNE 15 ing images and brief language. In Bengali, into the Thumbprint Killer. Detective Tracy rekindling the spark with his lost love and Cinemark CENTURY PARK 12 Cinemark CENTURY 12 DOWNTOWN Cinemark CENTURY PLAZA 10 Atwood (Demi Moore) has been hunting the Hindi and English with English subtitles. 2 (continued on next page) Redwood City 650/365-9000 San Mateo 650/558-0123 So San Francisco 650/742-9200 Thumbprint Killer for years. The headstrong hours, 2 minutes. — S.T. (Reviewed March CHECK THEATRE DIRECTORY OR CALL FOR SOUND INFORMATION AND SHOWTIMES SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS NO PASSES OR DISCOUNT COUPONS ACCEPTED Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 15 Movies

✭✭✭ ✭✭✭ (continued from previous page) unhappy marriage and ailing parents. Yes, Paprika 1/2 Shrek the Third 1/2 it’s a classic take on boy-meets-girl, boy- (CineArts) “Paprika” is a bittersweet tuto- (Century 16, Century 20) The ornery ogre STANFORD aspires to a big record deal. Then enters and-girl-make-beautiful-music-together, rial in the form of mind-bending Japanese brought to life by Mike Myers and Dream- an ardent young Czech (singer-songwriter but “Once” keeps its narrative close to the anime, all caustic wit that veers danger- Works in 2001 returns to the screen for his THEATRE Marketa Irglova) for whom music is an vest, never giving away where it’s going un- ously close to home. The crux is the DC- third outing, a fantasy rife with witty humor. The Stanford Theatre is at 221 Uni- escape from the realities of new country, til it gets there. Rated: R for language and Mini, a scientific key that allows access “Shrek the Third” picks up where “Shrek 2” versity Ave. in Palo Alto. Listings single motherhood and struggles to make mature themes. 1 hour, 22 minutes. — J.A. to one’s most personal dreams. Naturally left off, as Shrek (voiced by Myers) and his are for Friday through Sunday only. ends meet. A friendship is born of mutual (Reviewed June 1, 2007) the Mini falls into the wrong hands, send- wife, Fiona (Cameron Diaz), hunker down For more information, go to www. attraction and details are revealed: of an ing Police Detective Konakawa (voice of in the kingdom of Far, Far Away to help the Akio Ohtsuka) into a parallel universe with ailing King Harold (John Cleese). But the stanfordtheatre.org. a gamine redhead named Paprika (voice king is on his death lily pad, and his dying Clean Home, Clean Conscience. of Megumi Hayashibara) as his guide. The wish is for Shrek to inherit the crown. The Bringing Up Baby (1938) stolen Mini is used to plant a powerful vi- only other possible heir is Fiona’s cousin A screwball comedy about a sion in unsuspecting minds, forcing its Artie (Justin Timberlake), a mousy high- socialite and a paleontologist in victims into permanent hypnosis. With the school student. Shrek and his sidekicks — WEco-friendly housecleaning services help of the remaining Minis, Paprika’s alter the chatterbox Donkey (Eddie Murphy) and pursuit of his missing dinosaur ego, Dr. Atsuko Chiba (also Hayashibara), suave Puss In Boots (Antonio Banderas) bone and her escaped pet W Rates competitive and Mini-inventor Tokita Kohsaku (voice of — set off to coax Artie into becoming King leopard. Starring Cary Grant Toru Furuya) can see the invasive reverie Arthur. Meanwhile, Prince Charming (Ru- and Katharine Hepburn. Fri.- with cleaning franchises that wreaks havoc with their colleagues’ pert Everett) encourages the patrons of the psyches.W Visually arresting and thoroughly Poison Apple Tavern to help him assault Sun. at 7:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. unsettling, “Paprika” is an animated fever Far, Far Away and usurp the throne. Some also at 3:45 p.m. TeamWorks provides its staff dream. Rated: R for mature themes and of the comedy may draw more yuck than cartoon violence. In Japanese with English yuks. Still, the third time’s certainly a charm The Solid Gold Cadillac with living wages, quality health subtitles. 1 hour, 30 minutes. — J.A. (Revi- for this fairytale family. Rated: PG for some wed June 8, 2007) crude humor, suggestive content and (1956) A small-time stockhold- insurance, extensive training, swashbuckling action. 1 hour, 33 minutes. er asks too many questions and ownership opportunities as Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End — T.H. (Reviewed May 18, 2007) at a shareholder meeting and members of our cooperative. ✭✭1/2 trouble begins. Starring Judy (Century 12, Century 16) The Age of Piracy Spider-Man 3 ✭✭1/2 Holliday and Paul Douglas.Fri.- faces extinction because of the East India (Century 16, Century 20) Despite an over- Sun. at 5:40 & 9:25 p.m. W www.teamworks.coop Company’s Lord Cutler Beckett (Tom Hol- whelming sensation of been-there, done- lander) and his desire to control the seas. that, Tobey Maguire and company inject 650-940-9773 He has already taken over Davy Jones’ enough fresh material into Spider-Man’s W (Bill Nighy) ship, the Flying Dutchman. So third outing to keep both fans and converts Will Turner (Orlando Bloom), Elizabeth happy. It’s business as usual for Peter Proudly providing our customers with great service! Swan (Keira Knightley), and Captain Bar- Parker (Maguire) and lady love Mary Jane and concepts that try too hard to please bossa (Geoffrey Rush) team up to bring Watson (Kirsten Dunst). The duo is in a everyone. Rated: PG-13 for intensity and together the Nine Lords of the Brethren good space, Parker with plans of popping violence. 2 hours, 17 minutes. — J.A. (Re- Court, a gathering that is their only hope the question. But a star-gazing evening viewed May 4, 2007) The City of Palo Alto Arts & Sciences Division of defeating him. However, they first need for Parker and Mary Jane turns “War of to rescue one of the lords, Captain Jack the Worlds” when a meteor smashes to Waitress ✭✭✭ and the Palo Alto Weekly Sparrow (Johnny Depp), from Davy Jones’ earth and oozes a slithery black slime. (Century 20, CineArts) Jenna (Keri Russell) locker. Ultimately, Jack, Will, Elizabeth, Across town the criminal who murdered is a cook and waitperson at cozy Joe’s present Captain Barbossa, and Captain Sao Feng Parker’s uncle (Thomas Haden Church Pie Diner, a woman for whom the art of spend most of the time devising their own as Flint Marko) escapes from prison and baking is an emotional retreat from a bad TWILIGHT CONCERT agendas, yielding a highly convoluted film. has a run-in with a scientific de-molecu- marriage. Jenna spends her time crafting Rated: PG-13 for intense sequences of larizer. Hello, Sandman! How far to go to recipes for delectable pies while planning action/adventure violence and some fright- ensure that “Spider-Man” can hang onto to leave her abusive husband (Jeremy Sisto SERIES ening images. 2 hours, 45 min. — E.O. its blockbuster cachet yet retain its core as Earl) and enter a major stakes pie bake- (Reviewed May 25, 2007) values and keep the fans happy? The result off. A positive pregnancy test brings Jenna is an overly ambitious mishmash of styles back to earth. A visit to the town doctor Tuesday evenings (Nathan Fillion as Dr. Pomatter) nets more 6:30 – 8 pm than her feet in the stirrups when she and “ the good doctor embark on a torrid affair. June 19 – August 14 AH, BLISS, THE GANG’S ALL HERE. To deal with life’s bell curve Jenna bakes. And bakes some more. Russell is the real In various parks throughout Palo Alto deal, her guileless baby face belying a The third time really is a charm.” fierce intelligence and charm that ushers Free to the public –Manohla Dargis, THE NEW YORK TIMES “Waitress” to a delicious finish yet leaves you hungry for more. Rated: PG-13 for With generous support from City of Palo Alto Utilities “LUCKY NUMBER 13! “A COMEDY with attitude.” language and sexual situations. 1 hour, 48 and the “Palo Alto Green” program They’re back and better than ever! –Owen Gleiberman, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY minutes. — J.A. (Reviewed May 18, 2007) ® The absolute best of the summer threequels, “TWO THUMBS UP.” 6/19 NATIVE ELEMENTS –Richard Roeper and David Edelstein, Guest Critic, Ebert & Roeper Reggae at its finest! 7/31 LOS PINGUOS and you can bet on it!” Mitchell Park Bowl, 600 East Meadow Dr. A Latin smorgasbord of salsa, –Joel Siegel, GOOD MORNING AMERICA “Fast, FUNNY and über-cool.” flamenco,samba, regaae & rock! –Leah Rozen, PEOPLE 6/26 WILD CHILD “ELEGANT AND SO MUCH FUN!” Eleanor Pardee Park, 851 Center Dr. –David Edelstein, NEW YORK MAGAZINE “The best of the summer ‘threequels.’ The Doors revisited Rinconada Park Bowl, 777 Embarcadero BREEZY, CLEVER FUN.” 8/7 VIENNA TENG “...REAL LAUGHS!” –Claudia Puig, USA TODAY Bay area raised singer/songwriter –David Ansen, NEWSWEEK Megumi Hayashibara 7/3 NO CONCERT and pianist performing folk WAITRESSPAPRIKA (PG(R) 13) and pop originals Fri.- Sun.Wed. 1:30, 2-4:50-7:15-9:40 4:15, 7:00 & 9:45 7/10 LUCE Thu. 2 Warm up with music by Melodic flair, warm vocal tunes PAPRIKAKeri Russell (R) AUSTIN WILLACY at 6 pm WAITRESS (PG–13) and big grooves! Fri.- Sun. 2:00, 4:45, 7:15 & 9:40 Bol Park, Laguna at Barron & Matadero Wed. & Thu. 1:30-4:15-7-9:45 California Avenue Street Concert Times Valid For Wednesday, 6/13 thru Thursday,6/14 Only © 2007 between Ash and Birch Streets 8/14 ALAN IGLESIAS AND (bring low chairs for seating) CROSSFIRE “ 7/17 LYDIA PENSE AND A loving tribute to blues guitarist THe best COLD BLOOD Stevie Ray Vaughn ‘PIRATES’ Yep, the real thing! and Double Trouble Hot vocals and horns Peers Park, 1899 Park Blvd yet!” Mitchell Park Bowl, 600 East Meadow Dr. Special thanks to Piazza’s Fine Foods MARK S. ALLEN, CBS/CW-TV for catering to our bands! 7/24 SILA AND THE AFROFUNK EXPERIENCE Please help us send less waste to the WARNER BROS. PICTURES PRESENTS High energy funk with remarkable landfill. Avoid the use of disposable IN ASSOCIATION WITH VILLAGE ROADSHOW PICTURES AJERRY WEINTRAUB/SECTION EIGHT PRODUCTION GEORGE CLOONEY musicianship! place settings and use BRAD PITT MATT DAMON ANDY GARCIA DON CHEADLE BERNIE MAC ELLEN BARKIN AND AL PACINO “OCEAN’S THIRTEEN” Mitchell Park Bowl reusables when CASEY AFFLECK SCOTT CAAN EDDIE JEMISON SHAOBO QIN WITH CARL REINER AND ELLIOTT GOULD you picnic at the MUSIC EXECUTIVE 600 East Meadow Dr. BYDAVID HOLMES PRODUCERSSUSAN EKINS GREGORY JACOBS FREDERIC W. BROST AND BRUCE BERMAN park. Make “zero WRITTEN BYBRIAN KOPPELMAN & DAVID LEVIEN waste” where you PRODUCED DIRECTED BY JERRY WEINTRAUB BY STEVEN SODERBERGH live, work AND For Theatres and Showtimes:

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try and an attractive apple confit. The third component was supposed A tranquil respite to be green apple sorbet, but the kitchen had none and offered va- Appealing menu, splendid ambiance nilla gelato instead. Twice I ordered the goat cheese await at The Duck Club cheesecake ($8) and was informed by Dale F. Bentson the kitchen had none prepared but had a substitute non-house-made he Stanford Park Hotel is bisque ($10), a bowl of creamy New York cheesecake if I were in- a lovely oasis perched just broth made from lobster stock and terested. I was not. T north of the Menlo Park/ fresh sweet corn, was subtly lus- The wine list is upscale yet the Palo Alto border. Catty-corner to cious but not too rich to impinge labels are fairly common, consid- the Stanford Shopping Center, the on the appetite. ering the quality of the food. That walled-off, shingled hostelry is a The duck salad ($12) was es- is not to say that it is a poorly con- serene setting amid the hubbub of pecially good. The large por- structed list. The primarily Cali- El Camino Real. tion featured duck confit, mixed fornia menu offers little from small The four-story English Colo- greens, pine nuts and green beans premium producers: nothing rare nial luxury hotel boasts an elegant with walnut dressing and a slice or exotic that would make dining lobby and a spacious interior patio of warm foie gras atop. Confit is at The Duck Club a singular expe- that is used for special events. It’s a method of cooking and storing rience. stylishly European with American duck in its own fat, then re-cooking While prices aren’t bashful at down-to-earthiness. at a later date. The flavorful duck The Duck Club, they’re not exor- To the left of the lobby, just be- was fall-off-the-bone tender. bitant either. The menu is well- fore the massive stone fireplace, The calamari ($10) was terrific. crafted and, for the most part, is the entrance to The Duck Club. The dinner-sized portion featured well-executed by the kitchen. The The roomy, smartly decorated res- tempura-battered, deep-fried Mey- ambiance is lovely, and it is a great taurant is imbued with pale yellow er lemon slices and baby zucchini place for a special occasion. In my walls festooned with duck prints; along with the Monterey Bay cala- book, special occasions can be just green tartan upholstered chairs; mari. A peppy piquillo chili aioli about any night of the week. ■ and Roman shades and tables sauce complemented. aligned to view the fountain and Dungeness crab timbale ($11) Anyone can join the club of palm trees in the reception court- was a shredded combination of Weekly online restaurant review- yard. fresh crab and celery root remou- ers. Write your own appraisal of Tables are draped with white lade with slices of grapefruit sitting local dining options at www.Palo linens, and there is enough space on a bed of greens. The rémoulade AltoOnline.com/restaurants. between to allow conversation at had just enough mayonnaise to hold low-decibel levels. On my visits, the cold timbale together without the waitstaff was not terribly pol- overwhelming its delicate flavors. ished but nonetheless professional I know many of you will cringe, Kelley Cox enough and eager to please. but I fancied the imported foie Executive chef Philippe Reynaud works in the kitchen. The Duck Club Executive Chef Philippe Rayn- gras, that delicacy of despair ($11). 100 El Camino Real, Menlo aud, who hails from coastal France, What restaurant named The Duck While the flavors were good, the lini onions. The grilled pork chop Park 650-330-2790 is responsible for The Duck Club Club would be complete without it? breast was smallish and the fondant ($22) was appetizing in a pool of Breakfast: Daily 6:30-10 menu as well as all other food-re- The buttery, rich pan-seared liver barely room-temperature. What pomegranate reduction with ba- a.m. Sunday brunch: 10 a.m.- lated activities in the hotel, from was served with crostini, quince saved the dish was the delicious con mashed potatoes and braised 3 p.m. Dinner: Daily 5:30-10 room service to weddings. paste and pear chutney. The Cali- porcini and onion mélange. greens. p.m. Lunch: Daily 11:30 a.m.- Raynaud, with native French cu- fornia ban on foie gras, by the way, The filet of salmon ($22) was Desserts were uneven and un- 2:30 p.m. linary acumen, honed his kitchen doesn’t take effect until 2012. solid. The pan-seared, oven-roast- distinguished. The chocolate park www.woodsidehotels.com/ skills at Michelin-rated restau- For main courses, the Stanford ed Chinook came with rosemary ($8.50), a dense ganache cake, was stanford rants in Germany, London, Nas- Park Duck Two Ways ($27) fea- mashed potatoes, Provençal ra- paired with fresh pear and caramel tatouille and lemon beurre blanc compote. It was the signature dish, sau and several restaurants in the tured duck leg confit and bacon- ✔ Reservations ✔ Catering South Bay, including AP Stumps wrapped tournedos of duck breast sauce. according to the menu, but I had a in San Jose. His Duck Club menu that were over-cooked and dry. Cornmeal-encrusted fillet of difficult time recalling it when I ar- ✔ Credit cards ✔ Outdoor is a meld of Californian and French The dish was served with sautéed Alaskan black cod ($24) was rived home to make my notes. seating equally good and featured an en- Philippe’s Bread Pudding ($8.25) ✔ Lot Parking with hints of Asian fusion. apples in calvados cream and with- ✔ Noise level: While patrons are perusing the ered tatsoï, an Asian green similar joyable stew of white asparagus, fared better. It was fresh-tasting Full Bar Low morels and tomatoes. 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NOW SERVING wiches; the small market also sells deli spe- Eggs San Francisco (English muffin, imita- homemade sorbets. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30 ties. Wines are offered by the taste, glass or Following are condensed versions, in alpha- cialties and imported cheeses. Mon.-Sat. 9 tion crabmeat, Swiss cheese, and poached a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner nightly 5-10 p.m.. bottle and prices are very affordable. Most betical order, of longer restaurant reviews a.m.-5:30 p.m. eggs with hollandaise sauce). Daily 7 a.m.-2 Bar/lounge menu Mon.-Fri. 2:30-10 p.m. of the food served at Vino Locale is organic, published in the Weekly over the past several The Village Pantry, 184 Second St., Los p.m. (Reviewed Sept. 21, 2001) locally produced and seasonally fresh. years. This week’s reviews begin where the list Altos (650) 941-0384 Village Pub, The, 2967 Woodside Road, Vino Locale, 431 Kipling St, Palo Alto However, at Vino Locale, the main course ended one week ago. Friendly service, a homey atmosphere, and Woodside (650) 851-9888 (650) 328-0450 is the wine. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. (Reviewed May Village Cheese House, 157 Town and breakfast served all day: definitely inviting. Village Pub serves some of the best dishes This cozy Victorian house bustles with both 20, 2005) Country Village, Palo Alto (650) 326-9251 The lunch menu features a broad array of we’ve had since visits to New York’s top wine aficionados and beginners sipping The Village Cheese House offers much sandwiches, burgers and salads. Breakfast restaurants. Save room for a decadent some of the best local wines from Santa (continued on page 19) more than its incredibly popular sand- specials include the Village Benedict, and dessert souffle or end on a lighter note with Cruz, Santa Clara and San Benito coun- Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 17 MEXICAN

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PIZZA AMERICAN EUROPEAN Fandango Pizza 494-2928 Armadillo Willy’s 941-2922 Chez Zucca 327-0132 3163 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto 1031 N. San Antonio Rd., Los Altos 541 Bryant St, Palo Alto Live Bluegrass Music Lunch M-F 11:30am-3:00pm Range: $5.00-13.00 www.fandangopizza.com Dinner Sun-Wed 5-10pm; Th-Sat 5-11pm Hobee’s 856-6124 Brunch Sun 11:30am-3:30pm We Serve the Pizza My Heart 327-9400 4224 El Camino Real, Palo Alto Now serving our Spring Menu 220 University Ave., Palo Alto Also at Town & Country Village, Tenderest, Tastiest Palo Alto 327-4111 FRENCH Range: $1.50-16.50 BBQ This Side of Pizza Chicago 424-9400 BURMESE Chez TJ 964-7466 938 Villa St., Mountain View 4115 El Camino Real, Palo Alto Texas... Tues-Sat Dinners only 5:30-9:00pm This IS the best pizza in town Green Elephant Gourmet “Outrageously good” New French-American fare (650) 494-7391 —Zagat 2003 Spot A Pizza 324-3131 Burmese & Chinese Cuisine 107 Town & Country Village 3950 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto INDIAN Voted Best Pizza in Palo Alto (Charleston Shopping Center) Dine-In, Take-Out, Local Delivery-Catering www.spotpizza.com Cafe Bombay 948-9463 CHINESE 4546 El Camino, Los Altos POLYNESIAN at San Antonio Lunch, Dinner, Buffets every day Chef Chu’s (650) 948-2696 Trader Vic's 849-9800 1031 N. San Antonio Road Darbar Indian Cuisine 1067 N. San Antonio Road 321-6688 4269 El Camino Real, Palo Alto Los Altos, CA 94022 on the corner of El Camino, Los Altos 129 Lytton, Downtown Palo Alto Try our Sunday á la Carte Brunch! 2002 Zagat: “Gold Standard in Lunch Buffet M-F; Open 7 days Lunch Tue-Fri 11:30am - 2pm 650.941.2922 Fresh Chinese Cuisine.” Janta Indian Restaurant 462-5903 Brunch Sun 10:30am - 2pm Dinner Mon-Thurs 5-10pm; Fri-Sat 5-11pm; Jing Jing 328-6885 369 Lytton Ave., Downtown Palo Alto Lunch Buffet M-F; Organic Veggies Sun 4:30 - 9:30pm 443 Emerson St., Palo Alto Texas at your door... Lounge open nightly Authentic Szechwan, Hunan ITALIAN Great catered barbeque at Food To Go, Delivery www.jingjinggourmet.com SEAFOOD your next event Oregano’s 941-3600 4546 El Camino, Los Altos Ming’s 856-7700 Cook’s Seafood 325-0604 Call (800) 585-RIBS (7427) Gourmet Pasta, Pizza. Banquet Rooms 1700 Embarcadero East, Palo Alto 751 El Camino Real, Menlo Park www.mings.com Spalti Ristorante 327-9390 Seafood Dinners from New Tung Kee Noodle House 417 California Ave, Palo Alto $5.95 to $9.95 Exquisite Food • Outdoor Dining 520 Showers Dr., MV in San Antonio Ctr. THAI Voted MV Voice Best ‘01, ‘02, ‘03 & ‘04 Trattoria Buon Gusto 328-2778 Prices start at $3.75 See Coupon 651 Maloney Lane, Menlo Park 947-8888 Sicilian Menu • Family owned Thaiphoon Restaurant 323-7700 543 Emerson St., Palo Alto Peking Duck 856-3338 JAPANESE & SUSHI Full Bar, Outdoor Seating 2310 El Camino Real, Palo Alto www.thaiphoonrestaurant.com We also deliver. Fuki Sushi 494-9383 2006 Best Thai Restaurant in Palo Alto 4119 El Camino Real, Palo Alto Search a complete CHINESE Open 7 days a Week Indochine 853-1238 listing of local Thai & Vietnamese Cuisine Su Hong—Menlo Park LEBANESE restaurant www.indochinethai.com Dining Phone: 323–6852 reviews by location 2710 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto To Go: 322–4631 Illusions fayrouz Dining & Entertainment or type of food on Winner, Palo Alto Weekly “Best Of” Midtown Shopping Center 260 S.California Ave, Palo Alto PaloAltoOnline.com 8 years in a row! 650-321-6464 Krung Siam 322-5900 Lunch: Tue-Fri, Dinner: Tues-Sun Windy’s (Chinese) 325-3188 Take out, Banquet facility, 423 University Ave., Palo Alto 168 University Ave., Palo Alto Belly dancing King of Krung Siam 960-7077 Award-winning food. Catering/To Go www.illusionssuperclub.com 194 Castro St., Mtn. View

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(continued from page 17) DR. RENEE’S Vive Sol, 2020 West El Camino Real, PIANO Mountain View (650) 938-2020 Owners Helena and Hector Sol have -EDITERRANEAN-OROCCAN#UISINE brought the seductive appeal of California Enjoy the FUN Avenue’s Palo Alto Sol to Mountain View. Menu boasts cuisine from Puebla, a distinc- of PLAYING h3AN&RANCISCO QUALITYFOODMINUSTHELONGDRIVEv tive region in Mexico. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11 Goalkeeper 3HEILA(IMMEL -OUNTAIN6IEW6OICE0ALO!LTO7EEKLY a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner Sun.-Thu. 5-9 p.m. and THE PIANO! Fri.-Sat. 5-9:30 p.m. (Reviewed Dec. 14, Lessons Wanted 2001) hAWELCOME ANDNEEDED TASTEOFBIG CITYDININGv Wang’s Chinese Restaurant, 2209 El for ADULTS Girls CYSA U13 3TETT(OLBROOK -ETRO.EWSPAPER Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 327-2888 and seeking Goalie Basic, neighborhood restaurant with all the (OURS4UESDAY 3UNDAYPM PM standard dishes Americans have come to CHILDREN (born after 8/1/94) expect from stateside Chinese restaurants: &OR2ESERVATIONS#ALLOR6ISITOUR7EBSITE WWWZITUNECOM appetizers such as the po po tray, egg Palo Alto Soccer Club. rolls and pot stickers; and entrees such as -AIN3Ts,OS!LTOSs   Mongolian beef and Szechuan chicken. DR. RENEE CHEVALIER Mon.-Thu. and Sun., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and Tryout info: 4:30-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (650) 854-0543 and 4:30-10 p.m. (Reviewed Sept. 27, 2002) www.DrReneesPiano.com 650-740-7812 Westin Restaurant Soleil, 675 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 321-4422, ext. 7122 Soleil is creative Mediterranean cuisine at its finest. Salads, soups and grilled prawns shine at lunch, while salmon, lamb and Bay Area Bridal pastas glow at night. Daily breakfast 6:30- MANDARIN GOURMET 11 a.m.; Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner 5-10 p.m. (Reviewed May 9, 2002) RESTAURANT Windy’s Chinese Restaurant, 168 Univer- Classy Dining Experience & Fine Healthy Food sity Avenue, Palo Alto (650) 325-3188 L T O W A E This small restaurant on University offers a E variety of typical Chinese dishes. Of note O K L Winner of Best Chinese Food L are the General’s Chicken and Orange Peel A Y Beef. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Din- P ner: Mon.-Thu. 4-9:30 p.m.; Fri. 4-10 p.m.; BEST OF Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Curbside pick-up • Valet parking 2 0 0 6 Woodside Bakery and Cafe, 3052 Wood- side Road, Woodside (650) 851-0812 The bakery side turns out serviceable sticky 420 Ramona, Palo Alto buns and cakes with gooey buttercream (between University & Lytton) roses, but the cafe side has refined and distilled its hip Cal-Ital menu. Bakery: Daily 650-328-8898 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Cafe: Daily 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. (Reviewed April 9, 1999) www.MandarinGourmet-PaloAlto.com Xanh Restaurant, 185 Castro Street, Mountain View (650) 964-1888 Chef Phuy Tham has created a traditional Vietnamese menu with a modern California Delivery Available twist. Highlights include the banana leaf sea bass and catfish in a clay pot. Xanh Restu- arant provides stylish, casual ambiance and well-prepared dishes. Full wine list available. Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Mon.-Sun. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. (Reviewed June 16, 2006) Yakko, 975 W. Dana St., Mountain View (650) 960-0626 A Mountain View favorite, Yakko has a broad array of imaginatively named sushi specials, including The New Girlfriend (spi- der rolls of soft shell crab wrapped in eel, then wrapped in cucumber). The restaurant Palo Alto: Mountain View: also does a fine job with sukiyaki, and serves up ice cream with flavors ranging 541 Bryant St. 186 Castro St. from tasty to bizarre. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30 650.327.0132 650.864.9940 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Thu. 5:30-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 5:30-10:30 p.m. (Reviewed Lunch Mon-Fri Lunch Mon-Fri April 21, 2006) BAYAREABRIDAL.NET Dinner Nightly Dinner Nightly Zao Noodle Bar, 261 University Ave., Palo Alto (650) 328-1988 NEWTHINGS.COM Sun Brunch, 11:30-3 Sun Brunch, 11:30-3 Small, trendy, good noodle house. Heavy emphasis on the history and spiritual mean- 408. 517. 5700 ing of the noodle. Huge bowls of aromatic, 19640 STEVENS CREEK Blvd. savory noodle soups. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. (Reviewed (at Market Place Center) Jan. 19, 2001) HWY 280 & WOLFE RD. Zibibbo, 430 Kipling St., Palo Alto (650) CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA EUROPEAN CUISINE 328-6722 www.chezzucca.com • www.zuccaristorante.com The menu spans the cuisines of the Medi- terranean, including dishes from the south of France, Italy, Greece, Morocco and Spain. Iron skillet mussels, seasonal salads, antipasti, rotisserie and wood-burning oven items are first-rate. Desserts excel. Mag- nificent wine list, full bar. Lunch and dinner: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-10 pm; Fri. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. (Reviewed June 3, 2005) Zitune, 325 Main St., Los Altos (650) 947-0247 San Francisco-quality food minus the long drive. The food is Moroccan with Mediter- ranean and Middle Eastern accents, classic French technique and California immediacy. Other restaurants, mainly Indian and Chi- nese, ply this upscale ethnic trade, often with awkward results. Zituneís cultural hybrid feels seamless. Tues.-Sun. 5:30-10 p.m. (Reviewed March 9, 2007) Zucca, 186 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 864-9940 “Zucca,” meaning squash in Italian, serves up the flavors of the sunny Mediterranean, focusing on Italy, Turkey, Greece and south- ern France. Casually elegant, the dining room and bar are comfortable and perfect (continued on page 22)

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A Matter of Thai, 242 State Street, Los (continued from page 19) Altos (650) 941-7702 When we set out for enjoying convivial meals with friends and The cleverly named dishes on the Thai family. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 menu include Dangerous Seafood, Mango p.m. Dinner: Sun.-Thurs. 4:30 p.m. to 10 Tangos with Chicken and Cashews on Fire. p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Reviewed Many vegetarian, curry and salad options March 31, 2006) along with the entrees. Lunch: Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Dinner: Mon.-Sat. 5 p.m.-9 to change the community, Zucca European, 541 Bryant St., Palo p.m. Alto (650) 327-0132 More Mediterranean fare from the creators Abundant Air Cafe, 1901 Embarcadero of Mountain View’s Zucca, but also a Road, Suite 104, Palo Alto (650) 858- broader global reach: A recent menu in- 1003 we started by cluded Swiss fondue along with California- A breezy counter-service cafe, the restau- style dishes from Turkey, Spain and France. rant has a proximity to the Palo Alto Airport Tapas options include the delicious sauteed that informs the riveted sheet-metal decor. eggplant with garlic yogurt. Thorough wine “Stackers” and other sandwiches clearly list. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. noon to 3 p.m. Dinner: have a devoted lunch following. Mon-Fri 7 Mon.-Thurs. 5-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m. a.m.-5 p.m. Sat-Sun 9 a.m.-5 p.m. changing ourselves. (Reviewed April 20, 2007) Akane, 250 Third St., Los Altos (650) 3TA, 156 Castro St., Mountain View (650) 941-8150 988-1382 This full-service restaurant and sushi bar One of the latest chic newcomers to the in Los Altos will go a long way to fulfilling Castro Street dining scene, 3TA offers the any cravings for Japanese food. Daily 11:30 intriguing combination of “Thai-French fu- a.m.-2 p.m. (Reviewed Jan. 17, 2003) sion” cuisine. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.- Aldo Los Altos, 388 Main St, Los Altos 2:30 p.m.; Dinner: Mon.-Thurs. 5-9:30 p.m.; (650) 949-2300 Fri. 5-10 p.m.; Sat. 4:30-10 p.m. Aldo Los Altos serves light and tasty Ital- 4290 Bistro & Bar, Crowne Plaza Cabana, ian fare with reasonable prices in a casual 4290 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) atmosphere. Particularly good are the tutti 857-0787 frutti (crispy calamari, portabella and arti- It’s no wonder that the Beatles purport- choke), lush tomato soup, and pasta dishes. edly stayed at this hotel once upon a day: Desserts are worth the calories. Reasonably The design of the new Crowne Plaza is a priced wines with emphasis on northern gorgeous study in hip good taste and the Italian wine districts. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30 brunch buffet is a steal. (Reviewed Dec. 3, a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Dinner: Sun.-Wed. 5 p.m.-9 1999) Open 24 hours a day (hotel restau- p.m., Thu.-Sat. 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. (Reviewed rant), serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Nov. 30, 2005) Brunch: Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Mon.-Fri. through June 29, of yoga enhances awareness of the body Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321-2326. blos- com, click on “Master Community Calendar,” and then click on “Submit 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Firehouse Gallery at and its dramatic changes during preg- sombirth.org. Avenidas, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call nancy and after birth. Each class will a listing.” Listings are published in the papers on a space-available basis. 650-289-5430. Backyard Chickens Learn everything include a “check-in” and finish with a re- needed to raise happy hens. Sat., June laxation/visualization. Saturdays through Le Jardin: Floral Photographs This sum- NEWS. The online form is e-mail editor@paweekly. 23, 1:30-4:30 p.m. $36. Common Ground Aug. 11, 9-10:30 a.m. Blossom Birth, 299 mer Modernbook Gallery will be full of for Calendar listings only. com; fax (650) 326-3928, Organic Garden Supply, 559 College S. California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321- flowers with the exhibit “Le Jardin,” fea- Ave., Palo Alto. www.commongroundin 2326. blossombirth.org. To submit information for Attn: Editor; or mail to turing the photographic works of Christina paloalto.org. Florkowski and Joanne Koltnow. Through Summer Watercolor Painting Class possible use elsewhere in Editor, Palo Alto Weekly, July 30. Free. Modernbook Gallery, 494 Beyond Sibling Rivalry (3-8 years) This Learn watercolor techniques while experi- the paper, send it the usual 703 High St., Palo Alto, CA parenting workshop will address con- menting with ways to paint landscapes, University Ave., Palo Alto. www.modern way: 94301. book.com/exhibitions.html. flict, fairness and sharing. Help children still life and figures. Mondays through July become cooperative, caring and com- 23, 9 a.m.-noon. $55 members; $60 non- LF Contemporary Art Gallery Featuring passionate. Pre-registration is required. members. PV Inc. Little House, Garden work by established and emerging artists QUESTIONS? If you have questions, call the reception desk at the Wed., June 20, 7-9 p.m. $30. Parents Room, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Call Hank Buckholdt, Lea Feinstein, Gretchen Palo Alto Weekly between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. weekdays, (650) Place, 200 Channing Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-326-2025, ext. 230. www.peninsu- Frank and William Lynam. Through July 650-688-3040. www.parentsplaceonline. lavolunteers.org. 326-8210. After hours, you may press zero and leave a message in the 31 (open Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., first Fri- org. days, 6-8 p.m., and by appointment). Surviving the First Six Weeks with Your general mailbox. Free. LF Contemporary Art, 825 Emerson Downloading Ebooks and Audio Books Baby This class will help prepare parents St., Palo Alto. Call 650-743-0852. An introduction to the ebooks and audio for the changes birth and a new baby will For complete Calendar listings, go to www.PaloAltoOnline.com books available through the Palo Alto City bring and offer practical advice on how MFA Thesis Exhibition Second-year and click on “Master Community Calendar.” Library. Librarians will demonstrate how to make the transition as smooth as pos- MFA students Binta Ayofemi, Chris Bell, to download ebooks and audio books sible. Parents are encouraged to bring Julie Chang, Kamau Patton and Heather onto a home computer. Wed., June 20, their individual concerns and questions, Sparks display artwork created. Through 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Main Library, 1213 as there will be time for discussion and June 17. Gallery hours: Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.- Newell Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-329- brainstorming. Sat., June 23, 1-4:30 p.m. 5 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., 1-5 p.m. Free. Thomas 2436. www.cityofpaloalto.org/library. Blossom Birth, 299 S. California Ave., Welton Stanford Art Gallery, 419 Lasuen www.PaloAltoOnline.com Palo Alto. Call 650-321-2326. www.blos- If it’s useful and local, it’s on Palo Alto Online! Mall, Stanford. Call 650-723-3404. German Language Class Conversation, sombirth.org. Palo Alto Art Center: Summer 2007 Ex- reading, writing, basic grammar and Ger- manic culture will be covered. This course Thu. Prenatal Yoga Class The practice hibitions “From The Ground Up: Paint- is meant for those wanting basic com- of yoga enhances awareness of the body nificant caregivers to bring their children be. The Working Parents Group offers the ing, Process & the Garden — Frances munication skills for use with friends and and its dramatic changes during preg- and families to Coyote Point Park for a opportunity to connect with other par- McCormack”; “Photography: Beyond relatives and/or for business, travel and nancy and after birth. Each class will free day of activities to celebrate “Father- ents, receive and share practical advice. Botanica”; “Renee Adams: Under Fragile everyday purposes. Tuesdays, June 19- include a “check-in” and finish with a re- hood Awareness Week”. Enjoy lunch, en- Mondays through June 25. 7-8:30 p.m. Skies.” June 21-Sept. 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 17, 7-9:15 p.m. $62. Palo Alto High laxation/visualization. Thursdays through tertainment and games. Sun., June 17, $15 drop-in. Blossom Birth, 299 Califor- (Tue.-Sat.); 1-5 p.m. (Sun.); 7-9 p.m. (Thu). School, Room 404, Embarcadero Road Aug. 9, 6:30-8 p.m. Blossom Birth, 299 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Coyote Point Park, nia Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321-2326. Free. Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell at El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Call 650- S. California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321- 1961 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo. Call www.blossombirth.org. Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-329-2366. 329-3752. 2326. blossombirth.org. 650-655-5038. www.fatherhoodcollabo- www.paacf.org. MOAH Math and Science Summer Toddler Summer Camp ages 16-24 rative.org. Concerts Plein Air & Beyond Outdoor oils and Camp June 25-29, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mem- months Parent/child class with Heidi Em- Father’s Day Pillow Fight Come join the Basie & Beyond Jamie Davis, vocals; other paintings by mural artist Erin Tajime bers $400/non members $450. Museum berling. Art and activities for children and fun and get closer to the children in your Fred Berry, conductor; and friends. Sun., Castelan are currently on display through of American Heritage, 351 Homer Ave., discussion of toddler issues for parents. life in a series of playful and exhilarating July 1, 2:30 p.m. $28 general Dinkelspiel July 7, 7-9 p.m. Free. Avalon Art & Yoga Palo Alto. Call 650-321-1004. www. Mondays, June 18-July 30, 10-11:30 a.m. 10-minute pillow fights for children, par- Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford. Center, 370 California Ave., Palo Alto. Call moah.org. $120 for six sessions. No class July 23. ents, family and friends of all ages. You Call 650-736-0324. www.stanfordjazz. 650-424-9363. web.mac.com/tajime. org. Mon. Prenatal Yoga Class The practice Pre-registration required. Parents Place, can also create a Father’s Day card at an of yoga enhances awareness of the body 200 Channing Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650- art table and join in for a sing-along. Sun., DIVAS for LIFE Benefit Molly Bell will Classes/Workshops and its dramatic changes during pregnan- 688-3040. www.parentsplaceonline.org. June 17, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Rinco- present “Divas for Life,” a benefit con- Baby Care Class This class covers issues cy and after birth. Each class will include Tue. Prenatal Yoga Class The practice nada Park, 777 Embarcadero Road, Palo cert for Relay for Life: American Cancer relevant to parents and their newborns. a “check-in” and finish with a relaxation/ of yoga enhances awareness of the body Alto. Contact Todd Erickson at onenod Society. Some of the Bay Area’s most and its dramatic changes during preg- [email protected]. acclaimed singers, women who’ve col- nancy and after birth. Each class will Mystery Mon.: FBI’s Most Wanted Come lectively performed in dozens of musicals include a “check-in” and finish with a re- witness Agent Greg Casey from the FBI together, gather for one night in the spot- OF NOTE laxation/visualization. Tuesdays through discuss how the agency uses intelligence light. Mon., June 18, 7-8:30 p.m. $25; $50 Aug. 7, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Blossom Birth, “to protect the nation from threats and to (VIP); $75 (Super VIP) Eagle Theater, Los 299 S. California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650- bring justice to those who violate the law.” Altos High School, 201 Almond Ave., Los 321-2326. blossombirth.org. Mon., June 18, 7-7:45 p.m. Free. Mitchell Altos. www.mismollybell.com. Twins Summer Camp (2-5 years) While Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Early Bird: An Intro to Jazz for Kids children play separately, parents discuss Alto. Call 650-329-2436. Akira Tana, percussion; Jeff Sanford, development, twin bond, promoting indi- Outdoor Science Talks at the Cantor clarinet/flute; Stefan Cohen, tenor saxo- viduality and daily management of twins. Arts Center First in the four science-lec- phone; Jim Nadel, alto saxophone; David Pre-registration required. Tuesdays, June ture series. Regenerative medicine and Brigham, trumpet; Wayne Wallace, trom- 12-July 17, 9:30-11 a.m. $120 for six ses- tissue engineering, hosted by Dr. Michael bone; Rob Kohler, strings; Dee Spencer, sions for parents, $75 for playcare for T. Longaker. Thu., June 28, 7-8:30 p.m. piano; Allegra Bandy, vocals. Sat., June both children. Parents Place, 200 Chan- Free. Lawn outside Cantor Arts Center, 30, 10 a.m. Free. Dinkelspiel Auditorium, ning Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-688-3040. Stanford University, Stanford. 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford. Call 650- www.parentsplaceonline.org. Run for the Future A community run ben- 736-0324. www.stanfordjazz.org. Watercolor Painting Learn to achieve efiting brain-cancer research sponsored Kurt Rosenwinkel Group Mark Turner, vibrant, lifelike color of flowers, natural by the Future Brain Cancer Institute. Sun., saxophone; Kurt Rosenwinkel, guitar; greens and architectural features. Val- June 17. The 10K run starts at 8:30 a.m. Aaron Parks, piano; Joe Martin, bass; ues and painting in shadows as well as and 5K run/walk starts at 9 a.m. Freebies, Jochen Rueckert, drums. Fri., June 29, 8 tips and tricks for painting on location is raffles, music and more. 8:30 a.m. $25. p.m. $36 general. Campbell Recital Hall, included. A critique session will be held Baylands, 1900 Geng Road, Palo Alto. 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. Call 650-736- each afternoon. Students should have Townfest Chamber Business Mixer Join 0324. www.stanfordjazz.org. some basic watercolor experience. June the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce for Lou Donaldson Quartet Lou Donaldson, 19-22, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $300 mem- its annual all-member meeting. Prospec- alto saxophone; Dr. Lonnie Smith, organ; bers/$360 non-members. Filoli, 86 Ca- tive members welcome. Wed., June 27, Randy Johnston, guitar; Fukushi Tainaka, ñada Road, Woodside. www.filoli.org. 5:30-7 p.m. $10 (members); $15 (non- drums. Sat., June 30, 8 p.m. $36 gen- members). Garden Court Hotel, 520 eral. Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Community Events Cowper St., Palo Alto. Call 650-324-3121. Drive, Stanford. Call 650-736-0324. www. Community Arts Day Community School www.paloaltochamber.com. stanfordjazz.org. of Music and Arts’ annual free event. Wacky Wed.: Creepies, Crawlies & Crit- Nancy King Nancy King, vocals; Steve Hands-on activities, concerts, refresh- ters The East Bay Vivarium will bring their Christofferson, piano. Sun., June 24, 2:30 Field of dreams ments, special info and more for pre- traveling menagerie. All ages. Wed., June p.m. $36 general. Campbell Recital Hall, “Weekend Warrior” is among the oil paintings by plein air artist schoolers & families. Co-sponsored by 27, 3:30-4:15 p.m. Free. Main Library, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. Call 650-736- Julia Munger Seelos now at the Portola Art Gallery in Menlo Park, FIRST 5 Santa Clara County. Sat., June 1213 Newell Road, Palo Alto. Call 650- 0324. www.stanfordjazz.org. 23, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Community 329-2205. Nicholas Payton Quintet Nicholas Pay- as part of an exhibit called “The Rural Landscape.” The paintings School of Music and Arts at Finn Center, Working Parent Group There are spe- ton, trumpet; Kevin Hays, piano; Vicente will be shown through the end of June at the gallery, which is 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View. Archer, bass; Bill Summers, percussion; Call 650-917-6800. www.arts4all.org. cial challenges facing parents who work located in the Allied Arts Guild at 75 Arbor Road. Call outside the home. These include finding Marcus Gilmore, drums. Sat., June 23, 8 650-321-0220 or go to www.portolaartgallery.com. Dad & Me at the Park The Fatherhood the resources and support necessary to p.m. $36 general. Dinkelspiel Auditorium, Collaborative of San Mateo County in- help you become the best parent you can 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford. Call 650- vites fathers, grandfathers and other sig- 736-0324. www.stanfordjazz.org. Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 23 Goings On

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Four in a concert of original works by Bay Area quartet will perform with friends and ries. Tue., June 19, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. www.cityofpaloalto.org/concerts. world premieres and New Voices Com- composers. Represented are S. Clark, R. seminar adjunct faculty. Mon., June 25, Mitchell Park Bowl, 600 East Meadow petition winners. Ages 30 and under free Conrad, N.B. Deussen, L. Griswold, D. 12:15 p.m. Free. Dinkelspiel Auditorium, Drive, Palo Alto. Call 650-463-4940. Dance with paid ticket holder. Sat., June 23, 8 Victorine and others. Sat., June 16, 8-10 471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford. Call 650- www.cityofpaloalto.org/concerts. 50’s Sock Hop East Coast Swing les- p.m. $18-25; group rates available. St. p.m. $15 adults/$10 seniors and students son, dance party. Includes twist contest with prizes, The Stroll, limbo poles, free ice cream sundaes and other refresh- ments. Fri., June 15, 8 p.m.-midnight. $7. 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Page 26 • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Sports State Shorts made it MENLO MEMO . . . Former Gunn High soccer coach Owen unique Flannery resigned as the Menlo College women’s soccer coach Reaching the ultimate top assume a similar position at Foothill College. A two-time plateau marked Coach of the Year selection, Flan- a season of records nery compiled a 42-28-5 record with the women and a 17-18-2 by Keith Peters record with the men. “I owe my national title in boys’ ten- success at Menlo College to my nis. National records in the assistant coaches and the players A girls’ pole vault. Seven teams I have had the pleasure of work- reaching the state championships ing with,” Flannery said. “I truly and some two dozen athletes com- appreciated the opportunity to peting in state finals. work with a great athletic depart- Simply put, the 2006-07 season ment.” In Flannery’s four years, for local high school teams and in- the Oaks produced 20 Cal Pac dividuals was unlike any other be- team selections, three Daktronics fore it. Scholar Athletes and one NAIA All-American Honorable Men- tion. “Owen did an outstanding job building two quality soccer 2006-07 programs through great recruiting and hard work,” Athletic Director THE YEAR Caitlin Collier said. “I am excited for him as he embarks on a new IN REVIEW opportunity and challenge.” . . . The Menlo volleyball program HIGH SCHOOL announced the commitment of six players who will join the team What tipped the scales this past in the fall. The Oaks will look to year was football, which saw the defend their third California Pacific first state championship games in Conference title after their second 79 years. Palo Alto’s appearance undefeated conference season in the Division II finale against Or- in three years. Woodside High’s ange Lutheran last December made Mia Ortiz is among those who this school year one for the record committed. She will be joined by books. LaRisa Parker, Shaleia Auld, Never mind that the Vikings, who and Pomai Ibarra all from Hawaii, were selected by the state’s 10 sec- Katie Darneille, from Fife, Wash- tion commissioners, dropped a 42- ington and Rosanna Lenz, a ju- 28 decision to the nationally ranked nior college transfer from Merced Lancers. Palo Alto was one of only College. six teams in the entire state still playing on Dec. 16, making the ‘06 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED . . . If football season the longest ever in you are at least 18 years of age CCS history. and want the chance to earn Speaking of history, Palo Alto free tickets to one of the premier set a school record with 12 wins professional women’s tennis von der GroebenNorbert (against two losses). The Vikings tournaments on the West Coast, won their first outright league title become a volunteer at the 37th in 11 years and their first CCS title annual Bank of the West Classic during that time. Palo Alto’s season, (July 23-29) at the Taube Family from the first day of practice to the Tennis Stadium at Stanford Uni- very last game, lasted 132 days. versity. Volunteer positions are Paly’s football season made this currently available in several areas school year unique. Never before including transportation, ushers, Palo Alto’s John Hall recovered an onside kick that set up a touchdown in the Vikings’ state championship had a local team played in a state media, ball kids, scoreboard, game loss in December, then returned to state competition in the winter and won a silver medal in wrestling. player lounge, guest services (continued on page 30) and tournament administration. For more information please STANFORD AWARDS Stanford wins its 13th contact Mary Ann Cochrane at [email protected] or go to Wildman-Tobriner’s straight Director’s Cup www.bankofthewestclassic.com by Rick Eymer and click on “Volunteers” to apply aquatic achievements online. here are still a few sports left to be counted, earn the top honor but it no longer matters. Stanford’s lucky TALENT POOL . . . Stanford grad T number reached 13, as in consecutive years Tara Kirk of Palo Alto won two by Rick Eymer in winning the U.S. Sports Academy Director’s gold medals plus a bronze at Cup. the Mare Nostrum Series stop in en Wildman-Tobriner always stood tall A national championship in men’s golf put the

Canet, France last weekend. Kirk among his swimming competitors. The 6- Dav finishing touches on the honor for the Cardinal,

won the 50-meter breaststroke i B foot-4 Stanford senior owns three school d Gonzales/Stanford Athlet which has 1,345 1/2 points, nearly 300 points (31.09) and 100 breast (1:07.75) in records, all of which he obtained this season. He ahead of UCLA. addition to taking third in the 200 set three American records alone in the 50 free Florida is the only other school with more than breast (2:29.30). Next up for Kirk (the last one at 18.87) while helping the Cardinal 1,000 points with Track and Field and baseball and her fellow Americans was the finish second at the NCAA championships. remaining to be counted, with a maximum of 100 series stop in Barcelona, Spain. Those achievements helped Wildman-Tobri- points available in each sport. ner win the Al Masters Award at Stanford’s an- Both golf programs, with their combined 175 nual awards luncheon on Thursday. The award is points, were instrumental in securing the title.

the highest honor a student-athlete can achieve i Also in the spring, softball, women’s tennis and SPORTS ONLINE cs For expanded daily coverage of college on The Farm. It’s presented to the athlete who women’s water polo added another 233 points to and prep sports, please see our online attains the highest standards of athletic perfor- Senior swimmer Ben Wildman-Tobriner is the total. edition at www.PaloAltoOnline.com (continued on page 32) Stanford’s athlete of the year. (continued on page 29) Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 27 Sports Stanford women’s hoop team adds former player Former 1992 national championship team member Bobbie Kelsey returns to Cardinal basketball squad as an assistant coach for upcoming season by Rick Eymer “I am just so excited and honored “We are thrilled to have Bobbie as NCAA Tournament berths in 2005 Men’s gymnastics nother former Cardinal has that Tara wants me to be a part of a part of our staff,” said VanDerveer. and 2006. Stanford grad David Durante was returned to Maples Pavilion this staff,” Kelsey said. “I love Stan- “Bobbie brings tremendous experi- From 2002-04, Kelsey served as among the six men nominated by A to help coach women’s bas- ford, so the decision to come back ence to our program and obviously an assistant coach at Western Caro- USA Gymnastics to the U.S. Olym- ketball. and coach is a no-brainer. I think has a great connection with Stan- lina and worked primarily with the pic Committee to represent the Bobbie Kelsey was never the that being part of a national cham- ford. She is extremely positive and post players while assisting with re- United States at the Pan American star player during her four years at pionship team also brings instant upbeat, a super motivator and an cruiting and camps. Games, July 13-29, in Rio de Ja- Stanford between 1993-96, but no credibility. This is already a tre- excellent recruiter. Bobbie is pas- Kelsey spent the 2000-02 seasons neiro, Brazil. one could outwork the gritty guard, mendous program and I am looking sionate about both basketball and as the top assistant and recruiting Durante was joined by Guiller- whose tenacity was unquestioned. forward to the opportunity.” Stanford, and that makes her a fun coordinator at Evansville. mo Alvarez, Sean Golden, Joseph Now she’s bringing those quali- Kelsey, a four-year letterwinner person to be around.” Prior to her stint with the Aces, Hagerty, Justin Spring, and Todd ties, along with a resume full of ex- with the Cardinal, spent the last Kelsey was part of three Final she was an assistant coach at Florida Thornton. perience, to join Tara VanDerveer’s three years as an assistant coach at Four appearances in five years and for two seasons where she was re- Stanford junior Sho Nakamori and staff. Virginia Tech. was a member of the 1992 national sponsible for film exchange, scout- Cardinal sophomore Bryant Hadden championship team. ing and coaching the posts. Kelsey will serve as replacements. She was a team co-captain in helped the Lady Gators to back- Minnesota coach Mike Burns 1995 and 1996, voted the team’s to-back postseason appearances, heads the coaching staff, which also PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL most inspirational player in 1992 including an NCAA Tournament includes Alex Shchennikov, who is CIVIC CENTER, 250 HAMILTON AVENUE and 1996, and named the team’s trip in 1999 and a trip to the WNIT on the gymnastics coaching staff at BROADCAST LIVE ON KZSU, FM 90.1 most improved player in 1993. She championship game in 2000. the U.S. Olympic Training Center. CABLECAST LIVE ON GOVERNMENT ACCESS earned her B.A. in communication Prior to her tenure at Florida, “The Pan Am Games is a great CHANNEL 26 from Stanford in 1996. Kelsey served as a practice player opportunity for these men to expand During her appointment at Vir- for the Atlanta Glory of the Ameri- their international experience,” USA COUNCIL AGENDA HOTLINE 329-2477 ginia Tech, Kelsey helped guide can Basketball League for one year Gymnastics President Steve Penny the Hokies to three consecutive and as an assistant at Boise State for said. “All of them have the potential (TENTATIVE) AGENDA – SPECIAL MEETING – COUNCIL CHAMBERS JUNE 18, 2007 – 5:30 p.m. postseason appearances, including one season. (continued on page 29)

1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Agency Designated Representative: John Shannon Unrepresented Employee: City Manager Frank Benest CityAttorney Gary Baum CityAuditor Sharon Erickson CityClerk Donna Rogers Authority: Government Code section 54957.6(a) California Ave. 2. 2nd Reading - Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Section 18.08.040 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code (the Zoning Map) to Change the Classifica- tion of Property known as 3401, 3415 and 3445 Alma Street from PC Newspaper, Coffee & Caltrain - Planned Community 1362 to PC Planned Community 3. 2nd Reading – Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Section 9.48.025 (Sitting or Lying on University Avenue Public Sidewalks Prohibited) of Title Your day is off to a great start! 9 [Public Peace, Morals and Safety] to Expand the Area Affected by the Section and to Add an Exemption for Bus Zones 4. 2nd Reading - Ordinance Establishing a Citywide Transportation Impact Fee and Amending the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Title 16 (Building Regu- lations) by Adding Chapter 16.59 - Citywide Transportation Impact Fee 5. Approval of Consulting Contracts with Navigant Consulting for Electric Regulatory and Technical Consulting for a Total Amount of $325,000; and $325,000 for Gas Regulatory and Technical Consulting; and Flynn Re- source Consulting Inc. for Electric Regulatory and Technical Consulting for a Total Amount of $150,000 for the Fiscal Years FY 2007-08, FY 2008-09 and FY 2009-10 6. Request by Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life for Approval of a Final Map to Create One Mixed-Use Lot Containing 193 Multiple-Family Con- gregate Care and Assisted Living Condominium Units and a Community Center. Zone District: PC 7. Approval of Parks and Recreation Commission Recommendation Re- garding the Golf Course Preliminary Feasibility Study 8. Approval of Revisions to Sustainability Policy 9. Approval of Agreement with the Friends of Heritage Park, L.L.C., For the Design, Construction and Installation of Playground Facilities and Other Improvements at Heritage Park 10. Approval of First Amended and Restated Contract Between the City of Palo Alto and the City of Mountain View; Three Related Enterprise Fund Contracts - McGuire & Hester in the Amount of $15,950,279, URS Cor- poration in the Amount of $1,093,218, and Amendment 2 to RMC Water & Environment Contract C3151060 in the Amount of $174,000 - Totaling $17,217,497; a State Revolving Fund Loan in the Amount of $9,000,000; and a Budget Amendment Ordinance of $4,137,300 for the Mountain View/Moffett Area Reclaimed Water Pipeline Project (Capital Improvement Program Project #WQ-04010) 11. Policy and Services Committee Recommendation to Maintain the Council Term Commencement Following Election as the First Meeting in January 12. Public Hearing: 1st Reading Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chap- California Ave. ters 18.76 and 18.77 of Title 18 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Con- form the Architectural Review Process to the Requirements of the Califor- Join us on Tuesday, June 19 from 6:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the California nia Digital Infrastructure and Video Competition Act of 2006 13. Request for Council Direction Concerning Citywide Ultra-High-Speed Ave. Caltrain Station for FREE coffee and San Jose Mercury News. Broadband System Negotiations 14. Colleague’s Memo from Mayor Kishimoto and Council Members Bern You also can win a free train ticket or other great prizes! Beecham and John Barton Regarding a Letter of Intent for Palo Alto to Host with Stanford University the Start of the Tour de California Race 15. Conference with City Attorney – Potential/Anticipated Litigation Subject: Written liability claims against the City of Palo Alto by Charles Edel- Discover the convenience and ease of riding Caltrain as stein Properties and Lytton Associates you read, catch up on your work or just take a nap. Authority: Government Code Sections 54956.9(b)(1) & 54956.9(b)(3)(C) And, with gas prices climbing higher and higher, STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING Caltrain is a better alternative. Join your neighbors on ® The Finance Committee will hold its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 19, Caltrain today. 2007 re Request to Increase the City of Palo Alto’s Transient Occupancy Tax 1.800.660.4287 www.caltrain.com/calave

Page 28 • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Sports PERFORMANCE. 2006 World Championships, where 174.900. He was followed by Naka- Stanford roundup he advanced to the all-around finals. mori (174.300) in fourth and Had- LUXURY. SAFETY. (continued from page 29) Golden, Spring and Thornton were den (171.650) in eighth. All three to medal as a team and as individu- members of the 2005 U.S. World gymnasts will compete at the Visa als and will proudly represent our Championships Team. Spring re- Championships at San Jose’s HP Pa- country.” cently finished second on the hori- vilion beginning Aug. 15.■ Durante is making his second zontal bar at the World Cup event in appearance at the Pan Am Games. Moscow. Golden advanced to the He was second in the all-around in vault finals at the 2005 World Cup Director’s cup 2003. Since then, he has competed in Cottbus, Germany. Thornton (continued from page 27) in numerous international competi- was the all-around champion at the The Bruins moved into second tions, including the Tyson American 2005 Visa Championships and he place after accumulating 455 points Cup and the Pacific Alliance Cham- advanced to the all-around finals at in the spring. They will also receive pionships. Durante and Hagerty the 2005 World Championships points for track and field and base- both competed on the team that won The athletes were chosen based ball. the team gold medal at the 2005 Pan on performances at the U.S. Men’s For Stanford, 18 different sports American Championships. Qualifier, held last weekend in Col- teams (out of a possible 20) con- THEALL-NEWVOLVOS80.THE ALL-NEW VOLVO S80. Alvarez, who won the all-around orado Springs, Colo. tributed to the total, including 15 of at the U.S. Men’s Qualifier, was a Durante finished third in all- which were ranked among the top $ * member of the U.S. Team for the around competition with a score of 10.■ Starting at 39,388 The all-new Volvo S80 is proof that luxury, EXCLUSIVE BAY AREA ENGAGEMENT! performance and safety can be soul mates.

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Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 29 Sports Ke Ke i i th Peters th Peters

The Sacred Heart Prep boys’ soccer team earned the right to give coach Matt Dodge (holding trophy) a Mo- Menlo senior Ben Hohl scored a remarkable 465 career goals, capping hawk haircut after winning the Central Coast Section Division III championship in the fall. his final season with a second straight CCS team title. Year in review its resiliency. Junior wide receiver Tennis Invitational Team Tourna- nior National Championships in In- the state Division V all-tournament (continued from page 27) Mike Scott caught 10 passes for 210 ment in Ohio in April — thus laying dianapolis, Ind., where she’ll defend team. yards to put an exclamation mark claim to being the best prep boys’ her title, Anthony is riding the crest Castilleja’s season was even more championship football game. Palo on the season. Scott later helped the tennis team in the nation. of an undefeated season. amazing considering the Gators Alto, under veteran coach Earl Han- Paly boys’ basketball team reach the While the Gators (26-1) lost that While Anthony’s performance played all their matches away from sen, earned the right to call itself the CCS semifinals and in the spring re- distinction by having their unde- this season was not totally unex- campus while their new gym was best football team in school history turned to state competition in track feated season end in the semifinals pected, the volleyball season that under construction. — bumping the undefeated 1950 and field in the triple jump. of the Central Coast Section tourna- her classmates at Castilleja had in Castilleja also sent a team to team into second place. Along with the Palo Alto foot- ment and failed to defend both their 2006 was quite remarkable. the state championships in cross The 2006 Vikings were bigger, ball team, the Sacred Heart Prep CCS and NorCal titles, Castilleja After losing key starters off a country, where the CCS Division faster, deeper and proved it by beat- boys’ tennis team helped make the senior Tori Anthony clearly was the team that reached the state finals the V champion Gators placed eighth. ing the best teams possible. Playing season unique by winning the first- nation’s best in the girls’ pole vault year before, the Gators played .500 They were joined in Fresno by the in the CCS Open Division for the ever “national championship” of the for the second straight season. ball most of the ‘06 season until get- Gunn boys and girls plus the Sacred first time ever, Palo Alto pulled out sport. In fact, Anthony was even better ting hot in the postseason playoffs Heart Prep boys and SHP girls in victories over Aragon (23-21) and The Gators qualified for the four- in 2007. She not only defended her and making a run through the CCS one of the largest number of local Palma (41-38 in four overtimes) be- team national event by going 4-0 title in the CIF State Meet, but set and NorCal tournaments. teams at the state meet in recent fore avenging its only regular-eason and winning the regional in New- a national indoor record (14-2 1/2) The Gators (22-18) reached the years. loss of the year with a 23-21 triumph port Beach. That was the most sig- and twice broke the national out- Division V state finals for a second Individually, Castilleja’s Carolyn over Oak Grove in the title game. nificant accomplishment in Sacred door mark and American Junior straight season and pushed favored Rennels won the girls’ Division V While overmatched in the state Heart Prep’s history, until the Gators Record (20-under) with clearances Bakersfield Christian to the limit title at CCS and Paly’s Philip Mac- championships at the Home Depot took it to the next level by winning of 14-1 and 14-1 1/4 on back-to-back before falling in five games. Cas- Quitty was the fastest freshman Center in Carson, Paly made a game two matches and capturing the first weekends. tilleja senior Katherine Jordan and (finishing third). Pinewood’s Me- of it in the second half and showed championship of the National Boys Heading into next week’s U.S. Ju- junior Laura Smith were named to (continued on page 31)

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The Menlo-Atherton girls’ lacrosse team made history this season by going undefeated in Peninsula Athletic League play for the first time ever and winning the PAL playoffs over defending champion Menlo. Year in review The fall season also produced two upend Palo Alto, as many had ex- (continued from page 30) CCS water polo titles, both by Menlo pected, in their annual showdowns. School. The boys won their second One of the biggest basketball gan Endersby and Chrissa Trudelle straight section crown under coach stories of the winter involved the of Woodside Priory also reached the Jack Bowen to cap a sensational Woodside Priory boys, who fea- state meet in cross country. 28-1 season while the girls (25-4) tured 7-1 and 6-5 transfers Gregory MacQuitty was the No. 2 fresh- won their third straight — the first and George Somogyi from Hunga- man at the state meet and later won under new coach Jenny Booth. The ry. Along with league MVP Reggie the freshman boys’ race at the Foot Knights defeated Sacred Heart Prep Willhite, the Panthers ended Sa- Locker Western Regionals. He was in both Division II finales, while the cred Heart Prep’s four-year PSAL th Peters named to the freshman all-state Menlo-Atherton boys reached the win streak of 78-0 and followed that i Ke first team in the sport by dyestat- CCS Division I title match before with another victory over the Ga- The Castilleja girls’ volleyball team had plenty to celebrate as it won cal.com. losing to Bellarmine. tors while compiling a 16-0 league CCS and NorCal title matches to reach the Division V state finals. In the spring, MacQuitty quali- Menlo senior Ben Hohl, who was championship season. fied for the state meet in track and regarded by many as one of the Perhaps the No. 2 hoops story field after becoming the first fresh- top three players in the nation and featured the Menlo-Atherton boys’ man in CCS history to win the 3,200 ranked as high as No. 1, finished team, which reached the CCS Divi- meters. with 465 career goals and earned a sion II championship game against Fellow Palo Alto freshman Al- scholarship to UCLA. Mitty and advanced to the NorCal exandra Groetsema also stamped Not to be overlooked in the fall playoffs. There, the Bears pulled the herself as a talent for the future af- was the Sacred Heart Prep boys’ shocker of the postseason by upend- ter she reached the girls’ CIF State soccer team, which overcame a No. ing heavily favored Richmond in the Championships in golf. 4 seed and battled to a CCS Division opening round, 60-57. M-A, howev- III championship with a 1-0 victory er, fell to Mitty again in the NorCal over King’s Academy. SHP coach semifinals, joining Woodside Priory Matt Dodge, who promised his play- (boys) and Pinewood (girls) on the er they could shave his head after a sidelines. victory, made good on his promise. On the wrestling mats, Paly se- The Gators gave him a Mohawk. nior John Hall captured his first The Menlo girls’ volleyball team CCS title and advanced to the state won the CCS Division IV title, the meet, where he earned a silver med- Menlo girls’ tennis team finished al to finish off a remarkable 38-2 second in the CCS and NorCal campaign. He was the only athlete playoffs while the Sacred Heart from the CCS to participate in back- Prep team of junior Haley Hemm to-back state championships, after and senior Sam Rosekrans won the playing on Paly’s football team that CCS doubles title. reached the Division II state finals in the fall. Winter Local basketball teams had a lot to Spring live up to after Palo Alto (boys) and Tennis topped the season, start- Pinewood (girls) won state titles the ing with Sacred Heart Prep’s amaz- previous season. Thus, it was disap- ing streak and ending with Menlo’s pointing when the Vikings failed to remarkable finish. The Gators reach the CCS championship game won 26 in a row, winning regional th Peters (beaten by state finalist Mitty in the and national titles, but it was the i

semifinals) and the Panthers were Knights’ 11-game win streak that Ke eliminated in the NorCal playoffs included CCS and NorCal crowns The Menlo girls’ water polo team had a new coach in Jenny Booth, but (after winning their 10th straight that overshadowed SHP’s early-sea- the Knights gave her a dunking, too, after a third straight CCS title. CCS Division V crown), thus end- son accomplishment. ing the outstanding career of senior In lacrosse, the Menlo-Atherton Sacred Heart Prep senior Aus- Much like the swimmers, Cas- Sami Field-Polisso. girls went undefeated during the tin Stahley were among the many tilleja’s Anthony continued to raise Ke

i Speaking of outstanding careers, Peninsula Athletic League season standouts during yet another highly the bar in the girls’ pole vault with th Peters Gunn senior Peter Jordan saw his for the first time in school history, successful swim season, with both her record clearances. derailed early in the season when capping its historic season with its earning numerous All-American Clearly, the standards are set high he fell and injured an elbow while third triumph over defending champ honors while winning two individ- for the 2007-08 high school sports Woodside Priory’s 7-1 Gregory dunking. He never was his old self Menlo in the PAL playoff finale. ual events each at the CCS cham- season, one that begins in three Somogyi was a big hoop story. after that and the Titans failed to Palo Alto junior Liv Jensen and pionships. short months.■ Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 31 Sports

He also won two gold medals at She was honored with the Pac-10 munity service. freshmen awards went to basketball Stanford awards this year’s FINA World Champi- Sportsmanship Award for her con- Derman, a walk-on as a freshman, player Jayne Appel, swimmer Elaine (continued from page 27) onships in the 50 free and the 400 tributions. became a team captain the past two Breeden, gymnast Carly Janiga and mance, leadership and academic relay. The Biff Hoffman Award for Out- years. He’s a three-time All-Ameri- soccer player Kelley O’Hara. achievement. Wildman-Tobriner was one of standing Male Senior went to golfer can and part of Stanford’s third- Basketball player Lawrence Hill, Wildman-Tobriner made the 37 athletes honored at the year-end Zack Miller, who helped lead Stan- place NCAA showing. water polo player Will Hindle-Katel choice easy. A member of the Unit- banquet. ford to the national title and was The Captain’s Award, an honor and swimmer Paul Kornfeld earned ed States national swim team, he’s Senior women’s golfer Jennifer named to the All-American team. bestowed by Dick and Anne Gould sophomore male awards. Volleyball favored to compete in the Beijing Tangtiphaiboontana turned a tragic NCAA Diver of the Year Cassidy in honor of their three children Kar- players Foluke Akinradewo and Olympics next year. He was sev- event into a pursuit of dreams and Krug and synchronized swimmer in, Rick and Anne, went to men’s Cynthia Barboza and gymnast Ni- enth in the 50 free Olympic trials helped the Cardinal achieve a fifth- Elizabeth Anne Markman shared triple jumper Feranmi Okanlami as cole Ourada were recipients of the in 2004. place national finish. the Stanford Athletic Board award the senior captain who exhibited un- sophomore female awards. Wildman-Tobriner earned 20 All- Tangtiphaiboontana lost her par- for Outstanding Female senior. common leadership. Juniors honored were men’s track American honors and was this year’s ents in a car accident while she was Men’s gymnast Peter Derman The Bill Walsh Award, selected and field star Russell Brown., men’s Pac-10 Swimmer of the Year as the in high school. Since then she has was presented the Donald Kennedy by the Student-Athlete Leadership gymnast David Sender, women’s cardinal won its 26th straight con- not only developed as a golfer, she Award for the senior athlete who Advisory Board, went to wrestler track star Erica McLain, women’s ference title. He also owns school has donated her time to children best exhibited the combination of Tanner Gardner for most effectively basketball player Candice Wig- records in the 100 free (41.90), and infants at hospitals and nurs- excellent academics, strong athletic inspiring his team and the Stanford gins and women’s gymnast Tabitha and100 fly (45.36). eries. ability and a commitment to com- community through exemplary Yim. commitment, service, composure The Conference Male Athlete and integrity. of the Year went to wrestler Tan- The Stanford football team was ner Gardner, and the Conference awarded the Thomas W. Ford award Female Athlete of the Year went The Children’s Health Council presents... for their commitment to local com- to cross-country/track runner Ari- munity outreach programs. anna Lambie, lacrosse player Laura 48th Summer Symphony Block ‘S’ outstanding male fresh- Shane and swimmer Julia Smit. man awards were presented to golf- Block ‘S’ honors award for the er Joseph Bramlett, wrestler Zack top male and female senior letter DIONNE WARWICK Giesen and basketball player Brook winner with the highest GPA went Lopez. to men’s swimmer Matt Crowe and SUNDAY, JULY 15, 2007 Block ‘S’ outstanding female sailor Rebecca Levin.■ Frost Amphitheater, Stanford University

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A Lifestyle Wanted,Lg room/studio $500 The following individual(s) is (are) doing 840 Vacation business as, Service is my Style, 4262 Woodside Native*Secluded Cottage Rentals/Time Shares Davis St., Santa Clara, CA 95054: Oak Creek Woodside, 1BR/1BA JENAFER BARLAAN OTOVO Luxury Apts. Monterey/Pacific Grove & starting from $1775 4262 Davis St. D M 820 Home Exchanges Pajaro Dunes Condo Santa Clara, CA 95054 PAI NTI NG FREE REAL ESTATE SEMINARS 2BR/2BA or 1BR/1BA. On beach, ocean This business is being conducted by Interior & Exterior Call for our 2007 Special view. Cable TV, VCR, CD, tennis, W/D. an individual. Great Refs & Low Rates Great 3 BR 1 BA in Menlo Park - 2495 Pvt. deck, BBQ. Owner, 650/424-1747. Registrant has not yet begun to ● Spacious studios, 1 & 2 BRS [email protected] transact business under the fictitious Lic. 52643 (650) 575-2022 792 Pool Services ● 27 Beautifully landscaped acres 825 Homes/Condos Point Reyes / Tomales Bay business name(s) listed herein. This Clear Pool Service statement was filed with the County Complete Service/Repair. Refs. Low along San Francisquito Creek for Sale Pt. Reyes/Tomales Bay***** ● High speed internet access 707-878-2602,[email protected] Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County Rates. Free Est. Licensed. c.(650)906- Belmont Hills, 3 BR/4+ BA - $1370000 on May 14, 2007. 1973 h.(650)321-8264 ● State of the art Health Club www.vrbo.com/43075 Los Altos, 3 BR/2.5 BA - $1,950,000 (PAW May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 2007) ● Walking distance to Stanford Timeshare sale 795 Tree Care Los Altos, 4 BR/3.5 BA - $2,795,000 GREAT PACIFIC IRON WORKS Shopping Center Waikiki Beach Studio FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Maguire Tree Care ● 5 Pools and 3 Tennis Courts Mountain View, 2 BR/1 BA - $738,000 STATEMENT ● 860 Housesitting File No. 494385 OZZIES TREE SERVICE: Cardio, Aqua Aerobic & Yoga ● The following individual(s) is (are) doing Certified arborist, 22 yrs exp. Tree 10 minutes from Downtown Palo Alto business as, Great Pacific Iron Works, trimming, removals & stump grind- ● Fully furn. & accessorized units 525 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301: FARIAS PAINTING ing. Free chips & wood. Free est. ● All newly remodeled interiors GREAT PACIFIC IRON WORKS Interior/Exterior. Avail. 24/7. Lic. & insured. (650)368-8065, cell: 259 W. Santa Clara Street 25 Yrs. h.(650)814-1910 (650)704-5588 Open daily 9 to 5:30 Ventura, CA 93001 c.(650)248-6911 1600 Sand Hill Road, P. A. California Palo Alto Tree Service 650 321-1701 This business is being conducted by Business/Res. Tree Removal www.oakcreekapts.com a corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the Gary Rossi PAINTING Certified/Ins. 17 yrs exp. Prices subject to change/ Residential/Commercial. Wall paper Free estimate. Lic. #819244 select units only fictitious business name(s) listed herein. removal. Licensed (#559953) and 650/380-2297; 650/380-5897 This statement was filed with the Bonded. Free est. 650/345-4245 Mountain View, 2 BR/2 BA Free Professional House-sitting County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara 729 Cottage Ct, 3 yrs new cottage [email protected]. County on May 21, 2007. H.D.A. Painting & Drywall (PAW June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2007) Ext/Int. Painting. Complete Drywall Svc. 805 Homes for Rent style home w/ upgrades. 1st fl berm Res./Co. 12 yrs exp. Lic’d Good Ref’s. w/ view to a small garden. Master ALL PHASE BUILDERS & ASSOCIATES 24/7. (650)207-7703 Real bdrm suite w/ high ceiling & storage. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Private patio. https://www.reil.com STATEMENT Italian Painter is Back! MLS#728958, Listing broker Vicky File No. 494749 20 years experience. Peng 650-887-4323 The following individual(s) is (are) doing Can Work Immediately! Estate business as, All Phase Builders & Mtn. View, 2 BR/2 BA - $179,500 Call Domenico (650)575-9032 Associates, 1111 Arguello St., # 101, Larry Dolan Wallcoverings 801 Apartments/ Palo Alto, 1 BR/1 BA - FREE CLASS Redwood City, CA 94063: 30 yrs.exp.CSL#460896 Redwood City, 2 BR/2 BA - $635000 Public WILLIAM BUCKLEMAN Phone#408-739-4240 Condos/Studios 1111 Arguello St. # 101 Redwood City, 3 BR/2 BA - 760,000 Redwood City, CA 94063 Mountain View, Studio - $1095 Woodside Central, 4 BR/3 BA - This business is being conducted by an Mountain View, Studio BR/1 BA - $1075 $3,550,000 individual. Registrant began transacting Notices business under the fictitious business MP: 2BR/2BA Woodside, 4 BR/3.5 BA - $3550000 name(s) listed herein on May 11, 2007. in Sharon Heights. Very nicely furnished. Woodside, 4 BR/3.5 BA This statement was filed with the Frplc, pool, under ground parking, sec. Quality custom home,3440 SF, blt in County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara building. Short or longterm. $2900/mo. LA: 3BR/1.5BA 2005. Gourmet kit.Master w/fp & walk- 995 Fictitious Name County on May 29, 2007. (650)815-8850 New carpet. Beautiful backyard. Close in. 770 SF guest house w/br, ba, off & (PAW June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2007) to country club. $2900 w/gardener. MP: 3BR/2.5BA Sharon Heights gar. 1/2 acre + on cul-de-sac. Pool & Statement 650/438-7087; 650/941-0852 townhome putting grn. WOODSIDE schools!John COSMIC CLEANING DUNHILL PROFESSIONAL SEARCH Hrdwd flrs, new appliances & paint, 2 MV: 4BR/2BA Doherty (650) 787-0382 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME OF SAN JOSE car garage, play ground. N/S/P. $3500/ Hrdwd flrs, carpet, W/D, fridge, pets STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME mo. (760)360-6929 ok, available 7/1. $3295/mo (650)968- 830 Commercial/ File No. 494361 STATEMENT 2647 The following individual(s) is (are) doing File No. 494675 MV-PA Vicinity: Studio & 1BR Income Property business as, Cosmic Cleaning, 2239 Two locations. Flex rent. Prof. MV: 5BR/2.f BA The following individual(s) is (are) doing Capitol Ave., East Palo Alto, CA 94303: business as, Dunhill Professional Search Painting and Handyman Services residence. Unique features. Studios 2000 sq.ft. Hrdwd flrs, carpet, fridge, ENRIQUE ALVAREZ $975-1250 & 1BR’s $1250-1450 Call pets ok, auto irrigation, Available 7/1. Portola Commercial Property Of San Jose, 1790 Hamilton Avenue, $2600000 Call Judith Brooks, RE/ 2239 Capitol Ave. San Jose, CA 95125: Richard Myles Painting 650/969-1190 or [email protected] $3395/mo. (650)968-2647 MAX Pioneer @ 1-888-258-6854 East Palo Alto, CA 94303 HAMILTON PROFESSIONAL LLC (650)814-5523 MV: 1BR Senior Apts PA: 3BR/2BA This business is being conducted by California www.remopaints.com Waiting list open. Central Park Apartments, 450 Adobe Pl. Nicely updated $4500/ an individual. This business is being conducted by a lic. #803250 90 Sierra Vista Ave. Application dates: mo. Open Sunday, 1-4. Mike Murnane Registrant has not yet begun to limited liability company. We Love To Paint! Tues. 9-12 only or Thur. 1-4pm only Medical Condo In Palo Alto transact business under the fictitious (650)793-1675 Call Adam Levin (650) 391-1782 Registrant has not yet begun to 650/964-5600. Section 8 and vouch- business name(s) listed herein. This transact business under the fictitious Palo Alto, 2 BR/1 BA ers OK MP: Downtown Space for Lease statement was filed with the County business name(s) listed herein. This 883 Oak Grove Avenue, 700 sf., $2.50/ Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County Wallpapering by Trish PA: 1BR/1BA Palo Alto, 2 BR/2 BA - $2000/m statement was filed with the County 24 years of experience psf. 650-329-0203 on May 18, 2007. Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County Lg. unit w/20x20’ deck. Downtown. Palo Alto, 4 BR/3 BA - $6,800/mon (PAW May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2007) Free Estimates Hardwood flrs., office space, gar., laun- MV: Hair Station For Rent on May 24, 2007. 949-1820 dry, pool. $1425 mo. 650/321-4535 RWC: West. architects 2BR/2BA Tuscany Hair Design FIX IT UP (PAW June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2007) 2 car garage. Formal DR, AEK, frplc. (650)969-7070 www.tuscanyhairdesign. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME PROCESS PERFORMANCE PA: 1BR/1BA $2300/mo. Avail. July 7. (650)369- com STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Patios, pool, laundry, covered park- 9762 File No. 494173 STATEMENT ing. $1050 mo. For more info, call 775 Asphalt/ San Carlos, 3 BR/2 BA - $3,375.00 PA: Downtown The following individual(s) is (are) doing File No. 494819 650/796-7096. 240-3065 sf offices for lease. business as, Fix It Up, 2064 Oregon The following individual(s) is (are) doing Ave., Redwood City, CA 94061: Concrete Palo Alto, 1 BR/1 BA - $1,225/mo Photos, plans, pricing: business as, Process Performance, 809 Shared Housing/ ROBERT DEAN MERRILL Roe General Engineering www.paoffices.com 26600 Elena Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 2064 Oregon Ave. Maintenance Palo Alto, 1 BR/1 BA - $1,395 Rooms 650/776-5390 94022: Redwood City, CA 94061 Asphalt * Paving * Sealing LUCAS INSTRUMENTS EPA: Room for rent This business is being conducted by New Construction & Repairs 26600 Elena Road Avail. now. $325/mo. plus dep. Incl. PA: Offices for Rent an individual. 30 years experience. No job too small. No number? Find it at Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 PG&E, water, garbage. Ref’s req’d. Rick Multi-use garden office bldg., full ser- Registrant has not yet begun to Lic. #663703 (650)814-5572 (650)328-9017 California vice. Janitorial and utils. 4/1 parking, transact business under the fictitious This business is being conducted by a fogster.com freeway access. 300-2365 sf. Lease business name(s) listed herein. This Seal-Way Construction RWC: Share 2BR/1BA - $950 corporation. $2/sf. 650/856-6672 statement was filed with the County Registrant began transacting business * Pavement Services * Seal Coating i RWC: Share 2BR/1BA - $950.00/mo Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County * Patching * Crack Filling * Free Est. under the fictitious business name(s) Info Palo Alto, PA: Professional Office Space for on May 15, 2007. listed herein on April 1, 2007. 10% Off with this ad. 408/655-8876. nfo 810 Cottages for Lease: (PAW May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2007) Serving the Peninsula Lic. #460794 Info Menlo & This statement was filed with the Rent One large corner and one smaller STATEMENT OF WITHRAWAL FROM County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara Info Mountain office. Offices are furnished (or unfur- PARTNERSHIP UNDER FICTITIOUS County on May 30, 2007. MP: 1BR/1BA nished if you prefer) and secretarial BUSINESS NAME (PAW June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2007) 779 Organizing View Attached cottage. 200 block Willow Rd. space is available. Includes reception File Number 493495 Utilities incl. $950/mo. Call (650)326- service, use of conference rooms, DATELINEMEDIA COMMUNICATIONS Services The following person(s) has/have USA LLC 7679 and access to copier and kitchen withdrawn as a general partner(s) from End the Clutter & Get Organized access. Located in the Courthouse FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Redwood City, Studio - $990.00/mo operating under the following fictitious Residential organizing Place your advertisement Plaza Bldg. at 260 Sheridan Avenue, STATEMENT business name (s). The information give File No. 494693 by Debra Robinson Woodside/Portola Valley, 2 BR/2 BA Suite 200. Location is 3 blocks south below is at is appeared on the fictitious (650)941-5073 in our services directories. - Under $2K of California Avenue and 2 blocks The following individual(s) is (are) A Child’s World Professional Services business statement that was filed at the doing business as, Datelinemedia east of El Camino Real. Inquiries via County Clerk-Recorder’s Office. 783 Plumbing Home Services Well Being email to [email protected] or Communications USA LLC, 228 815 Rentals Wanted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME(S): Hamilton Ave., Level 3, Palo Alto, CA Very Reasonable Plumbing Contact Irene 650-326-8210 x213 or by telephone to Maureen at 650- MOUNTAIN VIEW HOME IMPROVEMENT, 6 month lease in Los Altos area 327-0100. 94301 : Drains Cleaned, Repairs & Installation. Evie 650-326-8210 x216 to reserve 840 Mora Dr., FITZPATRICK & PARTNERS MEDIA Cottage Wanted 20 yrs exp. Very fast & efficient ser- your space. Deadline June 27 Los Altos, CA 94024 COMMUNICATIONS LLC vice. Call Jimmy, 968-7187 Housing Wanted - Exchange FILED IN SANTA CLARA COUNTY ON: 228 Hamilton Ave., Level 3 Page 38 • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly THE PENINSULA’S FREE CLASSIFIEDS WEBSITE MARKETPLACE the printed version of TO RESPOND TO ADS WITHOUT PHONE NUMBERS GO TO WWW.FOGSTER.COM fogster.com

Palo Alto, CA 94301 edness secured by said Deed of Trust, Santa Clara, 191 N. First Street, San NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER representative to administer the estate California advances thereunder, with interest as Jose, CA 95113. A copy of this ORDER ESTATE OF: ARTHUR J. PLESUR of the decedent. This business is being conducted by a provided, and the unpaid principal of TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published 1-07-PR-161523 THE PETITION requests the decedent’s limited liability company. the Note secured by said Deed of Trust at least once each week for four suc- To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, will and codicils, if any, be admitted to Registrant began transacting business with interest thereon as provided in said cessive weeks prior to the date set for contingent creditors and persons who probate. The will and any codicils are under the fictitious business name(s) Note, plus fees, charges and expenses hearing on the petition in the following may otherwise be interested in the available for examination in the file kept listed herein on Nov. 12, 2002. of the Trustee and of the trusts cre- newspaper of general circulation, print- will or estate, or both, of ARTHUR by the court. This statement was filed with the ated by said Deed of Trust. DATED: ed in this county: PALO ALTO WEEKLY. J. PLESUR, also known as ARTHUR THE PETITION requests authority County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara 06/08/2007 RECONTRUST COMPANY, Date: May 29, 2007 JECHIEL PLESUR. to administer the estate under the County on May 25, 2007. N.A. 1757 TAPO CANYON ROAD, SVW- /s/ Eugene M. Hyman A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been Independent Administration of Estates (PAW June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2007) 88 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT filed by: KAREN PLESUR-MAZZA in the Act. (This authority will allow the person- (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (805) (PAW June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2007) Superior Court of California, County of al representative to take many actions QIMERA HOLDINGS 578-6618 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer SANTA CLARA. without obtaining court approval. Before FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests taking certain very important actions, STATEMENT collector attempting to collect a debt. ESTATE OF: ETHEL C. WALKER that KAREN PLESUR-MAZZA be however, the personal representative File No. 495073 Any information obtained will be used 1-07-PR-161529 appointed as personal representative to will be required to give notice to inter- The following individual(s) is (are) doing for that purpose. ASAP# 858791 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, administer the estate of the decedent. ested persons unless they have waived business as, Qimera Holdings, 135 (PAW 06/08, 06/15, 06/22/2007) contingent creditors and persons who THE PETITION requests the decedent’s notice or consented to the proposed Seale Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301: may otherwise be interested in the will and codicils, if any, be admitted to action.) The independent administra- JACK HONG, as trustee of the Qimera NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE will or estate, or both, of ETHEL C. probate. The will and any codicils are tion authority will be granted unless an Trust U/D/T June 16, 2004 TS No. 07-08318 Doc ID WALKER. available for examination in the file kept interested person files an objection to MEI-ERL VICKY HUANG, as Trustee of #000864196412005N Title Order A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been by the court. THE PETITION requests the petition and shows good cause why the Qimera Trust U/D/T June 16, 2004 No. 07-8-029110 Investor/Insurer No. filed by: JOHNIE MAE DANTZLER in the authority to administer the estate the court should not grant the authority. 135 Seale Ave. 086419641 APN No. 81703020 YOU Superior Court of California, County under the Independent Administration A HEARING on the petition will be held Palo Alto, CA 94301 ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF of SANTA CLARA. THE PETITION FOR of Estates Act. (This authority will on July 9, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. This business is being conducted by TRUST, DATED 12/07/2004. UNLESS PROBATE requests that JOHNIE MAE allow the personal representative to 15 of the Superior Court of California, a family trust. Registrant has not yet YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT DANTZLER be appointed as personal take many actions without obtaining Santa Clara County, located at 191 N. begun to transact business under the YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD representative to administer the estate court approval. Before taking certain First St., San Jose, CA, 95113. IF YOU fictitious business name(s) listed herein. AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN of the decedent. very important actions, however, the OBJECT to the granting of the petition, This statement was filed with the EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PETITION requests the decedent’s personal representative will be required you should appear at the hearing and County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU will and codicils, if any, be admitted to to give notice to interested persons state your objections or file written County on June 4, 2007. SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice probate. The will and any codicils are unless they have waived notice or objections with the court before the Did you (PAW June 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2007) is hereby given that RECONTRUST available for examination in the file kept consented to the proposed action.) The hearing. Your appearance may be in by the court. OAKVILLE GROCERY COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed independent administration authority person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE THE PETITION requests authority FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME trustee pursuant to the Deed of will be granted unless an interested A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor to administer the estate under the STATEMENT Trust executed by JOSE FERNANDEZ person files an objection to the peti- of the deceased, you must file your Independent Administration of Estates File No. 494575 , AND MARIA RISCO, HUSBAND tion and shows good cause why the claim with the court and mail a copy to AND WIFE, dated 12/07/2004 and Act. (This authority will allow the person- know? The following individual(s) is (are) doing court should not grant the authority. the personal representative appointed al representative to take many actions business as, Oakville Grocery, 715 recorded 12/15/04, as Instrument No. A HEARING on the petition will be held by the court within four months from without obtaining court approval. Before Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto, 18148816, in Book , Page ), of Official on July 9, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. the date of first issuance of letters taking certain very important actions, CA 94303: Records in the office of the County 15 of the Superior Court of California, as provided in section 9100 of the however, the personal representative OGC INVESTMENTS, LLC Recorder of Santa Clara County, State Santa Clara County, located at 191 N. California Probate Code. The time for will be required to give notice to inter- 500 Oakville Crossroad of California, will sell on 06/29/2007 First St., San Jose, CA, 95113. IF YOU filing claims will not expire before four ested persons unless they have waived Oakville, CA 94562 at 11:00AM, AT THE NORTH MARKET OBJECT to the granting of the petition, months from the hearing date noticed notice or consented to the proposed California STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY you should appear at the hearing and above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file action.) The independent administra- This business is being conducted by a COURTHOUSE, 190 NORTH MARKET state your objections or file written kept by the court. If you are a person tion authority will be granted unless an limited liability company. STREET, SAN JOSE, CA at public auc- objections with the court before the interested in the estate, you may file interested person files an objection to Registrant began transacting business tion, to the highest bidder for cash or hearing. Your appearance may be in with the court a Request for Special the petition and shows good cause why under the fictitious business name(s) check as described below, payable in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an • The Palo Alto Weekly the court should not grant the authority. listed herein on March 26, 2007. This full at time of sale, all right, title, and A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor inventory and appraisal of estate assets A HEARING on the petition will be held statement was filed with the County interest conveyed to and now held of the deceased, you must file your or of any petition or account as pro- on July 12, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. is adjudicated to Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County by it under said Deed of Trust, in the claim with the court and mail a copy to vided in Probate Code section 1250. 15 of the Superior Court of California, on May 23, 2007. property situated in said County and the personal representative appointed A Request for Special Notice form is Santa Clara County, located at 191 N. (PAW June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2007) State and as more fully described in by the court within four months from available from the court clerk. Attorney publish in the County the above referenced Deed of Trust. First St., San Jose, CA, 95113. IF YOU the date of first issuance of letters for Petitioner: The street address and other common OBJECT to the granting of the petition, as provided in section 9100 of the /s/ Alison Cherry Marer of Santa Clara. 997 All Other Legals designation, if any, of the real property you should appear at the hearing and California Probate Code. The time for 310 Bryant Street described above is purported to be: state your objections or file written filing claims will not expire before four Palo Alto, CA 94301 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 16245 CHURCH STREET, MORGAN objections with the court before the months from the hearing date noticed (650)323-0213 • Our adjudication TS No. 07-08442 Doc ID HILL, CA, 95037. The undersigned hearing. Your appearance may be in above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file (PAW June 15, 20, 22, 2007) #0001198009792005N Title Order Trustee disclaims any liability for any person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE kept by the court. If you are a person includes the No. 07-8-029222 Investor/Insurer No. incorrectness of the street address A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor interested in the estate, you may file 119800979 APN No. 14838099 YOU and other common designation, if any, of the deceased, you must file your with the court a Request for Special ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF shown herein. The total amount of the claim with the court and mail a copy to Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an Mid-Peninsula TRUST, DATED 05/10/2006. UNLESS unpaid balance with interest thereon of the personal representative appointed inventory and appraisal of estate assets YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT the obligation secured by the property by the court within four months from or of any petition or account as pro- communities of Palo YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD to be sold plus reasonable estimated the date of first issuance of letters vided in Probate Code section 1250. AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN costs, expenses and advances at as provided in section 9100 of the A Request for Special Notice form is EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF the time of the initial publication of California Probate Code. The time for available from the court clerk. Attorney Alto, Stanford, Los THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU the Notice of Sale is $768,129.88. filing claims will not expire before four for Petitioner: SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice It is possible that at the time of sale months from the hearing date noticed /s/ Peter S. Stern Altos, and Mountain is hereby given that RECONTRUST the opening bid may be less than the above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file 400 Cambridge Avenue, Suite A, Palo About those ads COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed total indebtedness due. In addition to kept by the court. If you are a person Alto, CA 94306 trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s interested in the estate, you may file 650)326-2282 without phone View executed by ELENA FERNANDEZ, A checks drawn on a state or national with the court a Request for Special (PAW June 13, 15, 20, 2007) SINGLE WOMAN, dated 05/10/2006 bank, a check drawn by a state or Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an numbers... and recorded 05/25/06, as Instrument federal credit union, or a check drawn inventory and appraisal of estate assets ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE • The Palo Alto Weekly No. 18951034, in Book , Page ), by a state or federal savings and loan or of any petition or account as pro- OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE of Official Records in the office of association, savings association, or vided in Probate Code section 1250. STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE Ads in the paper without publishes every the County Recorder of Santa Clara savings bank specified in Section 5102 A Request for Special Notice form is COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA County, State of California, will sell of the Financial Code and authorized to available from the court clerk. Attorney No.107CV087506 phone numbers are free on 06/29/2007 at 11:00AM, AT THE do business in this state. Said sale will for Petitioner: TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Wednesday and NORTH MARKET STREET ENTRANCE be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but /s/ Janet L. Tallett SBN 237290 Petitioner TATIANA MEJIA BERNHARD. ads posted through our TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 190 without covenant or warranty, express 2300 Geng Road Suite 200 filed a petition with this court for a Friday. NORTH MARKET STREET, SAN JOSE, or implied, regarding title, possession Palo Alto, CA 94303 decree changing names as follows: fogster.com classified web CA at public auction, to the highest or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebt- (650)493-8070 TATIANA MEJIA BERNHARD to TATIANA bidder for cash or check as described edness secured by said Deed of Trust, (PAW June 8, 13, 15, 2007) MEJIA BARONA. site. Complete information Deadlines: below, payable in full at time of sale, all advances thereunder, with interest as NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL THE COURT ORDERS that all persons right, title, and interest conveyed to and provided, and the unpaid principal of ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES interested in this matter shall appear appears on the web site. Wednesday now held by it under said Deed of Trust, the Note secured by said Deed of Trust Date of Filing Application: MAY 23, before this court at the hearing indi- in the property situated in said County with interest thereon as provided in said 2007 cated below to show cause, if any, why The person placing the and State and as more fully described Note, plus fees, charges and expenses To Whom it may concern: the petition for change of name should Publication: in the above referenced Deed of Trust. of the Trustee and of the trusts cre- The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING: ad always has the option The street address and other common ated by said Deed of Trust. DATED: ALTO PALO INC. July 24, 2007, 8:45 a.m., Dept. 15. designation, if any, of the real property 06/08/2007 RECONTRUST COMPANY, Superior Court of California, County of Noon Thursday The applicants listed above are apply- of buying lines for print described above is purported to be: N.A. 1757 TAPO CANYON ROAD, SVW- ing to the Department of Alcoholic Santa Clara, 191 N. First Street, San 134 FAIR OAKS STREET, MOUNTAIN 88 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: Beverage Control to sell alcoholic bev- Jose, CA 95113. A copy of this ORDER Friday Publication: VIEW, CA, 94040. The undersigned (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (805) erages at: 201 S CALIFORNIA AVE, TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published in the newspaper. Many Trustee disclaims any liability for any 578-6618 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer PALO ALTO, CA 94306-1912. at least once each week for four suc- incorrectness of the street address RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt Type of License(s) Applied for: 41 - ON- cessive weeks prior to the date set for do, some do not – it is Noon Tuesday and other common designation, if any, collector attempting to collect a debt. SALE BEER AND WINE - EATING PLACE. hearing on the petition in the following shown herein. The total amount of the Any information obtained will be used Department of Alcoholic Beverage newspaper of general circulation, print- their choice. These free Call Alicia Santillan unpaid balance with interest thereon of for that purpose. ASAP# 858686 Control SAN JOSE. ed in this county: PALO ALTO WEEKLY. the obligation secured by the property (PAW 06/08, 06/15, 06/22/2007) LA130373 Date: June 8, 2007 lines in print are meant to to be sold plus reasonable estimated PALO ALTO WEEKLY 6/8,15,22 2007 /s/ Eugene M. Hyman (650) 326-8210 x239 costs, expenses and advances at ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT share with you a little of a the time of the initial publication of OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE (PAW June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 2007) the Notice of Sale is $687,165.47. STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL to assist you with It is possible that at the time of sale COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AMENDED lot that is available online. the opening bid may be less than the No. 107CV086742 Date of Filing Application: June 5, 2007 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER your legal advertising total indebtedness due. In addition to TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: To Whom It May Concern: ESTATE OF: BEN C. FINNEY We offer it as an added cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s Petitioner KARI TAYLOR. filed a petition The Name(s) of Applicant(s) is/are: 1-07-PR-161518 checks drawn on a state or national with this court for a decree changing B&G PROPERTY VENTURES LLC To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, bonus. Hopefully, you will needs. bank, a check drawn by a state or names as follows: The applicants listed above are apply- contingent creditors and persons who federal credit union, or a check drawn TATIANA DENAI REEVES to TATIANA ing to the Department of Alcoholic may otherwise be interested in the will be encouraged to check E-mail asantillan@ by a state or federal savings and loan DENAI TAYLOR. Beverage Control to sell alcoholic or estate, or both, of BEN C. FINNEY, association, savings association, or THE COURT ORDERS that all persons beverages at: also known as BENJAMIN CURLER out fogster.com savings bank specified in Section 5102 interested in this matter shall appear 520 Ramona St. FINNEY. paweekly.com of the Financial Code and authorized to before this court at the hearing indi- Palo Alto, CA 94301-1709 A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been do business in this state. Said sale will cated below to show cause, if any, why Type of license(s) Applied for: filed by: VALERIE A. MCCLAIN in the be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but the petition for change of name should 20 - OFF-SALE BEER & WINE Superior Court of California, County without covenant or warranty, express not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING: 42 - ON- SALE BEER & WINE-PUBLIC of SANTA CLARA. THE PETITION FOR or implied, regarding title, possession July 17, 2007, 8:45 a.m., Dept. 15. PREMISES PROBATE requests that VALERIE A. or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebt- Superior Court of California, County of (PAW June 13, 20, 27, 2007) MCCLAIN be appointed as personal Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 15, 2007 • Page 39 HEALTHCARE TOMORROW • SPEAKER SERIES •

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1313 Newell Road FEATURED SPEAKERS Palo Alto James R. Diaz, FAIA Light refreshments will be served. Director, KMD Architects For more information, please visit our website at: Greg Mare, AIA WWW.STANFORDPACKARD.ORG Senior Vice President, Director of Planning, Karlsberger Marty B. Scott, M.D., MBA HEALTHCARE TOMORROW is a speaker series presented by the Stanford University Medical Center Renewal and Replacement Project discussing Vice President, Quality and Patient topics ranging from the Future of Healthcare to Sustainability and Modern Safety, Memorial Health University Hospital Design. Medical Center Kevin Tabb, M.D. Chief Quality & Medical Information Officer, Stanford Hospital & Clinics and Stanford Medical Center

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