BART Board to Drop Idea to Study Downtown Alignment

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VOLUME L, NUMBER 51 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 BART Board to Drop Idea to Study Downtown Alignment

A routine report on the residents. Since the meeting, once and for all. I applaud cisco stated, "A downtown best served by the down- Find Out What's progress of a project level there has been a change in the decision." option makes a lot of sense. town-Vasco alignment," he Happening environmental impact report attitude. Haggerty continued, "I'd Livermore may change its declared. (EIR) for a BART exten- Alameda County Super- like to thank John McPart- mind. I sure hope it does." He asked BART staff to Check Out Section A sion to Livermore produced visor Scott Haggerty said land for his efforts to con- He argued that the route include more alternatives. Section A is filled with an unwanted surprise for Tuesday, "It is my under- vince directors to remove the through downtown to Vasco "Politics may intervene. On information about arts, Livermore. downtown alignment from Road represented a 21st cen- our part, we need to be more people, entertainment and standing that the BART special events. There are Several directors sug- board will be discussing consideration." tury project, taking people aggressive in planning. We education stories, a variety gested that the study include the downtown alignment at The controversy started to places where they want have narrowed the list of of features, and the arts and a BART extension to down- its February meeting. The at the December meeting, to go rather than having to alternatives too much." entertainment and bulletin town Livermore, a route recommendaion is to pull when board member Tom take a bus the last mile. "All Livermore Mayor John board. rejected by the the city's the downtown alignment Radulovich from San Fran- of BART's project goals are (See BART, page 5)

Museum New Caucus Collecting Tri-Valley To Focus on Holocaust Poverty and Survivor Inequality Histories Senator Mark DeSaulnier In January of 2014, (D-Concord) announced the Pleasanton’s Museum on formation of a new legis- Main will host “Multiply lative caucus focused on by Six Million: Portraits poverty and inequality in and Stories of Holocaust California. The mission of Survivors,” an exhibition the Ending Poverty and showcasing photographer Inequality in California Evvy Eisen’s 15-year-long (EPIC) Caucus is to reduce project to create portraits of the number of people living Holocaust survivors living in poverty and to increase in California and to collect economic opportunity for all their personal histories. Californians. In an effort to include Senator DeSaulnier will Tri-Valley portraits of sur- serve as chair of the caucus, vival, Pleasanton’s Museum which is supported by lead- on Main is taking steps to ers from both legislative photograph and record the houses. stories of Tri-Valley resi- “The California Dream dents whose families were impacted by the Holocaust. remains a reality for many By featuring individ- Photo - Doug Jorgensen from the Silicon Valley to ual survivor portraits and Volunteers assembled bicycles to be given out as Christmas Gifts through Turning Wheels. For the story, go to the Hollywood Hills, but stories, “Multiply By Six page 6. Pictured are Alice and Jeff Klingman from the First Presbyterian Church in Livermore. there is another California Million” offers viewers a that can no longer be ig- personal perspective on the nored,” Senator DeSaulnier Holocaust. Organized and said. toured by Exhibit Envoy, “Nearly one in four of the exhibition will be open Charter School Board Picks New Member, Re-elects 2 our fellow Californians live from January 8th through By Ron McNicoll TVLC receives by state tion Dec. 12 at its meeting board meeting. Biographical in poverty, one-third of the 6 February 28th at Museum Umashankar Meda joins education money, but elects room at 3252 Constitution information obtained from million impoverished Cali- on Main. The project is a the board of the Tri-Val- its own board. Anyone can Drive, Livermore. his application shows that he fornians are children, and visually arresting and pow- ley Learning Corporation apply for a board position. Three seats were avail- is an IT manager for Cisco California is home to nearly erful first-person history of (TVLC), replacing Dave It is not restricted to parents able, staggered at one-, two- in Milpitas. He emphasized one-third of the nation’s one of the defining events Vopnford. of students or Livermore and three-year terms. Meda technology as an area where chronically homeless indi- residents. chose to interview for the he could bring "a strong of the 20th century and is TVLC operates a K-8 and viduals. Endemic, crippling included in the archives a high school in Livermore Meda is the only new- one-year seat, which put partnership with technology and, starting this year, an comer to the board, follow- him in competition with companies." Meda lives in poverty should no longer of the United States Holo- exist amidst the world’s caust Memorial Museum in elementary school and a ing the elections held at the Vopnford. Livermore. Washington DC, the Simon middle school in Stockton. board's annual reorganiza- Meda did not attend the (See CHARTER, page 4) (See CAUCUS, page 4) Wiesenthal Center in Los Angeles, and the Centre de Documentation Juive Con- temporaine in Paris, France. Hintzke Chosen to Lead Museum on Main wants to bring the exhibit closer Pleasanton School Board to home. Jennifer Amiel, Director of Education for Jamie Yee Hintzke begins Hintzke, and Joan Laursen the museum notes, “Most her sixth year on the Pleasan- for vice president, on the people have learned about ton school board as its new same motion. It was the only the holocaust and read The president. motion made. Diary of Anne Frank when It is Hintzke's first time as Hintzke grew up in Pleas- president of the five-member anton, and graduated from they were in school, but board. She was elected to her Foothill High School. As what they may not realize first term as trustee in 2008, community relations coor- is that there are individuals and is the first Asian-Amer- dinator for Alameda Coun- in their own community ican elected to the board and ty Health Care Services who narrowly escaped the to become its president. Agency, Hintzke works with Nazis or whose families At the board meeting REACH Ashland Youth were exterminated in Nazi Dec. 10, Bowser nominated (See PLEASANTON, page 4) death camps.” Survivors tell their stories in hopes that the seeds of today’s intolerance and Brighter Picture for bigotry are recognized in time to prevent tomorrow’s Livermore School Budget (See MUSEUM, page 12) The budget picture for uted to the improvement in the Livermore Valley Joint the district's budget outlook. 'Ellen' Show Unified School District for The report to the board Photo - Doug Jorgensen 2013-14 is rosier than it has projects that the district will Joey Travolta enjoys a light moment with Lenore Denoix. to Feature been for some years. end the year with a fund Pleasanton The school board re- balance of $3.5 million. Of ceived an update on the dis- that total, $3.3 million would Film Workshop Helps Prepare Special Teachers trict's finances at its meeting be reserved for economic Pleasanton teacher Chris- last week. State law requires uncertainty. Needs Students for Life After School tie Carnahan was all excited districts to submit certified The total projected ex- earlier this week about her financial interim reports. penditures as of the first By Carol Graham in September, the San Ra- to be quiet on the set,” said scheduled appearance on The first covers the period period totaled $70. 2 million. Shannen Knudsen is mon resident heads home Shannen. “I love watching the Ellen DeGeneres Show. through Oct. 31, 2013. The The board was given a thrilled to be getting the col- each night eager to share movies to learn about soft Carnahan and three other second is due Jan. 31, 2014. glimpse of projected budgets lege experience she always what she’s learned. “Being lights, hard lights, warm and Valley View Elementary The state's improved fi- through 2016 with positive wanted. an assistant director, you get cool colors, and continuity. After starting film school to tell people what to do and School teachers were chosen nancial situation has contrib- (See LIVERMORE, page 4) (See FILM SCHOOL, page 8) by Ellen producers from among 20 nominees to appear on the show. PET OF THE WEEK Carnahan and the others Inside Tallahassee’s top of his class at Adopt U! A major love, were to fly to Los Angeles the three-year-old grey tuxedo is ready to commence on Dec. 18 for the show that SECTION A Editorial...... 4 life with a family all his own. Give Tallahassee the old day. They were to appear college try, and receive half off all adult pet adoption either that day or perhaps Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 fees through December 31. Valley Humane Society on tape on Dec. 19, or even Bulletin Board...... 10 Roundup...... 2 (VHS) is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am later. The show airs at 4 p.m. Milestones ...... 12 Short Notes...... 10 – 4 pm and Sunday from 11 am – 2 pm, 3670 Nevada on the NBC network. Street in Pleasanton. For more information please call MAIN SECTION Sports...... 7 Joining Carnahan on the (925) 426-8656 or visit valleyhumane.org. (See TEACHERS, page 5) Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 Photo - Valley Humane Society/D. Smith

PAGE 2 - The Independent, DECEMBER 19, 2013 Livermore Approves Funds to Buy Land; Asks for Information on When Public Can Access Sites Dublin Receives Business Award and can be found in the Community Funds to purchase Ed- Acquisitions have gotten purchase. "I very much want The City of Dublin was one of seven section of the District web page: http:// die's Flat in North Livermore ahead of development. He to preserve open space. We local public Bay Area agencies who re- www.livermoreschools.com/cms/page_vi were approved by the Liver- suggested meeting quar- need to take the time to de- ceived the inaugural “Red Tape to Red ew?d=x&piid=&vpid=1228578822532. more City Council at its Dec. terly with Livermore staff termine how to use it." Carpet” Awards from the Silicon Valley Applications should be turned in at the 9 meeting. to discuss acquisitions and In addition to Livermore, Leadership Group for its work in helping LVJUSD District Office, 685 East Jack The East Bay Regional to work collaboratively in the Altamont Landfill Open build the economy and grow jobs through London Blvd., Livermore, Attention: Park District will purchase opening up the parks. Space Committee and the innovative government services. Susan Kinder. the property using $250,000 City Manager Marc Rob- Alameda County Board of Dublin received the small city award from two funds - the Al- erts proposed that the coun- Supervisors must approve in the Business Retention and Expansion tamont Landfill Settlement cil approve the purchase. use of the Altamont funds. category for the City’s Toolkit for Revi- Road Signs Now through Saturday, December 21 and Dougherty Valley Settle- Staff would come back in The committee has approved talization and Job Growth. ment. The 79 acre parcel February with a report after the purchase. The supervi- Dublin was lauded for a series of in- from 9:00 p.m. until 6:00 am Caltrans contractors will be replacing and relocating located north of the city's ur- there has been time to evalu- sors will consider the issue at centive programs that helped to address ban growth boundary (UGB) ate the properties. The report its first meeting in January. specific community needs, including overhead road signs along the southbound its Sales Tax Incentive Program, Com- Interstate 680/580 connector ramps. between Vasco and Laughlin would make clear where Use of the Dougherty mercial Façade Improvement Program, Lane closures will be in effect. Mo- roads is adjacent to Brushy the district is in the process Valley Settlement funds was Small Business Assistance Program, and torists are advised to expect delays and Peak Preserve. of improving them, what is approved earlier by Citizens the Sewer Capacity Assistance Program. encouraged to take alternate routes if The vote was unanimous. planned, what steps need to for Balanced Growth, a party Dublin's efforts resulted in the creation necessary. Traffic fines are doubled in However, the approval in- be completed and what are to the original lawsuit. of several hundred new jobs and more than construction zones. cluded the caveat that the the obstacles to access for The vote by the council $1.5 million of new revenues anticipated park district and Livermore the public, such as funding also included a $5,000 grant from these efforts. Hutchinson Board President city staff meet to provide and permits. He pointed out to develop a geographic in- Dublin was one of 21 public agencies At the annual organizational meeting information to the council that the goal of the Altamont formation system. Stewart participating, submitting 33 applications Wednesday night, the Board of Directors on when the properties pur- fund is preservation of open explained the system would involving innovative programs and ser- for the Livermore Area Recreation and chased by the settlement space. Access is down the help to track conservation as vices that have made a positive difference Park District (LARPD) elected officers funds might be open to the list. Permits from the state it occurs as well as assistance in the region. for 2014. public. and federal government are in evaluating important land The awards program was judged by David Hutchinson will serve as Board City Senior Planner Steve difficult to obtain, he added. sites for acquisition. an independent group of Silicon Valley President for 2014, and Bob Coomber Stewart told the council that Councilmember Bob experts. Vice President. the strategic location of the Woerner said the council The information would In other announcements, the District land helps to secure the UGB should move ahead with the be available to the public. Openings on Oversight Committee offices and Community Center will be as well as provide significant In November 2008, the Livermore closed for normal functions from Sat- urday, Dec. 21, through Sunday, Jan. 5. species habitat. electorate passed a parcel tax, known as Councilmember Doug Measure M, to provide funds to maintain Rentals and other special activities will continue. Time will be spent performing Horner raised the issue of critical programs for Livermore Valley improving land already pur- Joint Unified School District (LVJUSD) needed cleaning and maintenance tasks. The Parks and Open Space division of- chased. He wanted informa- students. Specific in the ballot language tion on when and how the was the formation of an independent fices and the ESS centers will remain open except for holiday dates of Dec. 24, 25, 31 EBRPD planned to start Citizens’ Oversight Committee to perform improving these properties annual audits. and Jan. 1. Parks are open 365 days a year. The LVJUSD is extending an invitation General Manager Tim Barry shared a to the point where the public to the Livermore community to apply for story of LARPD Park Ranger Glen Florey, would have access to them. vacancies on the Measure M Citizens’ who was thanked by Livermore resident Stewart replied that work Oversight Committee. The LVJUSD has Patricia Curcio in a letter to the editor in is underway on the Doolan 5 positions to fill on the Committee this The Independent. Florey was involved in Ranch acquisition. EBRPD year. The positions to be filled are: One a successful lifesaving effort on Nov. 14 is plotting trails to avoid sen- parent/guardian of a student enrolled in when he was in the downtown area and sitive areas. He anticipated the District and active in a parent-teacher heard a cry for help. Curcio had gone into it would take another 6 to organization or School Site Council; anaphylactic shock. Florey was able to 8 months to have the pieces one member of a business organization retrieve an oxygen bottle and mask to help in place to locate the trails in in the business community located in the save her. In her letter to the editor, Curcio the right locations. District; two members of the community thanked him and others who helped that Horner stated that in the day for their lifesaving efforts. at-large; and one financial professional. future he would be less The Committee usually meets in the likely to fund open space evening at the LVJUSD District Office Dublin Hours purchases involving the during the months of March through May City of Dublin facilities will be closed EBRPD if they were drag- on dates agreed to by the committee. In at various times over the holiday season. ging their feet. addition, the committee prepares an an- City Hall and the Shannon Community Robert Nisbet, Assistant nual report for the Board of Education, Center will be closed December 24 and General Manager of the to be presented at the first Board meeting 25, as well as December 31 and January EBRPD Land Division, told each June. 1. The Dublin Senior Center will be closed from December 23 through January 1, the council that the district For more information about the Mea- is committed to working to- sure M Citizens’ Oversight Committee, and the Dublin Library will be closed on December 25 and January 1. The library wards opening the properties contact Susan Kinder, Chief Business to the public. He explained Official, [email protected], (925) will also close early, at 6:00 p.m., on both December 24 and December 31. that over the last five years 606-3255. Applications are due 1/10/14 it has been a buyers' market. 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Residents narrowing the street, reduc- A Non-Starter The road, one of the con- solutely packed with kids." would also be polled as to ing the distance pedestrians The BART Board has apparently changed its nections between Hopyard The measures won't be whether they want to retain would have to travel to cross mind regarding a downtown alignment for BART Road and Santa Rita Road, is in place for sometime. The them. it. In addition, the speed to Livermore. heavily traveled. With seven estimated cost is around Residents have been ask- limit would be painted on At its most recent meeting, during an update on educational institutions, an $300,000. Councilmember ing for help in slowing traffic the pavement and striping the project environmental review several members aquatic center, three parks Cheryl Cook-Kallio sug- along the street since 2003. would be placed along some of the board suggested that the downtown-Vasco and the main post office, it gested that the least expen- Seven residents of the street sections to create a feeling Road route be included. also sees a lot of pedestrian sive traffic calming measure developed a plan to con- that the street is narrow. We're glad to hear the board has reversed traffic, many of them chil- be put in place immediately, trol traffic, with the help Resident Eric Helmgren direction. It plans to remove the downtown dren. then the remainder added as of city staff. The plan was told the council that the The Pleasanton City money is available. then circulated to all of the street is unique in the num- alignment for good. Council approved the mea- The least costly option homes on the street. No one ber of educational institu- Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty sures by a unanimous vote. is speed lumps. They would opposed it. tions and parks located there. stated, "I applaud the decision." Jerry Pentin participated be put in place on a 6-month In addition to speed "We need to control traffic Livermore residents have made it clear they in the meeting via a phone trial basis. The police and lumps, another tool would to make it saner and safer." want any extension of BART to travel down the connection. fire departments would de- I-580 median to Isabel Avenue. The City Council adopted an initiative circulated by those residents, taking the downtown-Vasco Road option off the (continuedPLEASANTON from page one) table. Center in San Leandro. She million donated to the dis- it had been before the reces- Index, a standard gauge for The BART board's proposal wouldn't just also runs a program for CPR trict by the community since sion in 2008. inflation, is at 2 percent this impact Livermore; it would have jeopardized instruction for 7th graders in July. However, there are two year. There will be cumula- the effort to pass Measure B in November 2014, all of the 18 school districts The budget discussion caveats, Superintendent tive increases, so that next which provides funding for many transportation in the county. brought forth a commitment Parvin Ahmadi told The year costs are estimated to projects in Alameda County. Finances occupied most to hold a board workshop Independent. One is that the grow by another 2.3 percent We hope the BART board will follow through of the trustees' time at the on the district's debt. Such finance picture can change and in the following year by meeting. They reviewed a topics as restoring the Syca- before 2021, causing the 2.5 percent, so the three-year with its plans to remove the downtown alignment report by Assistant Super- more Fund to its previous economy to dive again. The inflation total is 6.8 percent. from consideration. As Livermore Mayor John intendent Luz Cázares con- level of $7 million, and other problem is that the At the beginning of the Marchand declared, "It's a non-starter." cerning future revenue and fully funding the district's state's idea of making the meeting, Bowser called expenditure projects for the obligation on OPEB (Other district whole at 2008 levels for a moment of silence to two years beyond the current Post Employment Benefits) ignores inflation. That 2021 honor the late South African academic year. will be included. Lack of level will be paid in inflated president Nelson Mandela. Stepping Up Those two years will be state funding in the past five dollars, which are not worth Bowser said that when he It speaks well of the younger generation when the first time under the state's years has kept the district as much as they would have was in college in the 1980s, students are able to connect lessons they learn in new Local Control Funding from fully funding OPEB, been in 2008. his first civil rights protest school to real life actions. Formula (LCFF). Currently, which includes retiree medi- Ahmadi said it is impor- was a demonstration on At Vintage Hills Elementary School in the figures coming out of cal benefits. tant to notice that the cost of behalf of ending apartheid Pleasanton, third grade students recently learned Sacramento are not as clear The Sycamore fund was running the school district in South Africa. about the plants and animals of the rainforests. as they will be later, when established to fund tech- has increased since 2008. "Mandela was willing some final adjustments are nology for students using In effect, the state's idea of to give up his freedom, risk Upon completing the subject, students decided they made, said Cázares. proceeds from the sale of a making Pleasanton and all his relationship with his wanted to take action to help save the rainforests. During the current year, school site in the Sycamore other districts whole by 2021 wife and children, for his They organized a Rainforest Read-a-thon, some $2.9 million in pro- area of Pleasanton. won't send enough dollars to people. I applaud his cour- collecting just over $2750. The funds were donated grams have been restored The board also heard them to take inflation into age and fortitude to bring to the Rainforest Action Network, a nonprofit by the board. One of the that the money promised as account, she said. an end to the apartheid laws organization that has been working to protect decisions that the board will a result of voter approval of Cázares' presentation to of 42 years," said Bowser. face during its budget delib- Proposition 30 will begin to the board backed up that Ahmadi and Grant later in rainforests since 1985. erations will be whether to flow this year. It is scheduled statement. Her explanatory the meeting read quota- Their teacher, Adam Randall, noted that holding keep those restorations. to increase annually until chart on the issue showed tions about justice, courage the read-a-thon helped empower the students, On another bright note, 2021, when it is supposed that the Consumer Price and conscience in tribute to because it put the responsibility of raising funds the board heard about $2 to bring the district to where Mandela. in their hands. Students loved the fact that what they were doing in their homes would help the plants, animals and people of rainforests around (continuedLIVERMORE from page one) the world. In addition to direct action, one student balances seen for each year. that the state will come in at dia Excellence in Teaching to see teachers go above and remarked, "We can always help the rainforest by The 2013-14 ending balance $6 billion above what was Award. beyond to prepare the next spreading awareness." is projected at $3.5 million; anticipated." The announcement was generation of scientists and We like spreading awareness that students, when 2014-15 at $3.3 million; Trustee Anne White com- made by Vicki Schellenberg- engineers. These two have and 2015-16 at just over $5 mented, "There is a lot of er from the Livermore Val- exhibited that trait." they see a need, are ready and willing to step up million. uncertainty as to where the ley Education Foundation Greenaway teachers sci- and make good things happen. Susan Kinder, chief busi- $6 billion will be spent. We and Stephanie Beasly from ence. Beasly stated, "He is ness official, told the board can't spend until we see Sandia. The two organiza- more than a science teacher. that flat enrollment is pre- funds." tions partner in the selection He is a mentor and a friend, dicted over the next three Board President William of the recipients. not just to students, but to years. The ending balances Dunlop added, "This the first Chosen to receive the parents and other teachers." assume extension of the time in a such a long time award, which includes a Hallenbeck heads the parcel tax. that the outlook was this check for $500 for each, chemistry program at Liver- The next evaluation will good, I can hardly remember were Terry Greenaway from more High. "She is a tireless include the Governor's Janu- when that was." Jackson Avenue School and champion for her students. (continuedCAUCUS from page one) ary income projections. "Ev- TEACHERS HONORED Kathy Hallenbeck from She has built the program to greatest wealth. As more Hancock, Liu, Monning, erything looks optimistic," Two teachers were se- Livermore High School. what it is today," said Beasly. stated Kinder. "All signs are lected to receive the San- Beasly stated, "We like Californians struggle to re- Mitchell, Padilla and Wright main in the middle class, our for their early support of entire economy is hindered. the EPIC caucus. With their This caucus is our commit- commitment we can renew (continuedCHARTER from page one) ment to tackle the causes of the fight to end poverty in poverty and inequality in California,” Senator De- Appointee to the two- by the holdover members. incumbents who sought Batchelor confirmed to California in a bi-cameral, Saulnier said. year term was board veteran There also was no ap- reelection should have been The Independent that was data driven manner.” The 2011 Census reports John Zukoski. He won the plication form required of required to apply for their the advice from the board's votes of all three direc- Goals of the EPIC Cau- that 16.3 percent of Califor- the incumbents, which the seats, too, and complete the attorney. The important nians live at or below the tors who were eligible to public in theory could have same paperwork as the new thing was that the board cus include: vote: Hana Colbert, David federal poverty level. This examined. Applications for candidates. They should also members whose terms were • Increasing awareness Goulart, and Scott Lessard. the new candidates were to go through the same oral expiring this year did not by elevating the conversa- number jumps to 23.5 per- They were the only directors made available to The Inde- interview process. "That vote on any of the seats that tion around poverty and cent of Californians when whose terms did not expire pendent via e-mail. would have been a fair pro- opened up in this election, inequality expanding the federal pov- this year. The other applicant The lack of examination cess," she said. said Batchelor. • Working with the Ex- erty level formula to infor the two-year term was of the incumbents was an Another parent, Kathleen One of the candidates, ecutive branch, academia, clude basic needs, such as Keith Mizuhara, a Hayward issue for two parents in the Schoening, said that she Catherine Branda, withdrew employers, community clothing, shelter, utilities police officer who lives in audience. A woman on a agreed with Pico. She had her application, Batchelor based organizations, labor, and government programs Livermore. videotape on the internet, received the applications of told the Dec. 12 meeting. Incumbent Tim Hall won local government and others designed to assist low in- who later was identified the new candidates. When Branda was the only woman come families. the three-year term, with as Tristan Pico, (no one at she arrived at the meeting, to apply. Colbert is the only to develop and implement votes from Goulart and Les- One-third of the 6 million TVLC meetings identifies she thought there would be woman on the board. Batch- data driven policy changes sard. Colbert voted for Ra- themselves, and there is no only those five candidates elor told The Indpendent that to reduce poverty rates and impoverished Californians fael Valle. A third applicant audience podium) said that for the board. TVLC has tried to reach out increase income equality are children. Nearly one out for the seat was Scott Kohn. the board should not have In response to the two and encourage more women • Providing a lasting of four children in the state Hall later was chosen board left it up to candidates to parents, Bill Batchelor, to apply for the board. structure within the Legisla- is currently living in a pov- president, replacing Swiers. apply for the one-, two-, or TVLC CEO, said, "This is The board also looked at ture to regularly examine the erty-stricken household. The Members of the public three-year term. our current board and our an audit draft from its audi- state of poverty and income impact of childhood poverty who attended a board meet- Pico said that the board board's process. (The board) tor, Hosaka Rotham & Co. inequality in California and can last a lifetime; children ing two days earlier, Dec. would be better off opening can devise any process it The report found no irregu- 10, were able to hear three of to drive policy change who grow up in poverty are the three seats to the entire likes to deal with its ap- larities, and said the books three times as likely to live the five new applicants, but talent pool, to find the best pointed members. It's a fair were an accurate depiction The EPIC Caucus has none of the incumbent board in poverty as adults. trustees for the board. process, and will benefit the of the TVLC finances. a diverse group of initial members were interviewed Pico also said that the organization overall." partners, including Western Center on Law and Poverty, Service Employees Interna- tional Union (SEIU) Califor- nia, the California Business Roundtable, and the County Welfare Directors Associa- (Opinions voiced in let- have publication of their let- lic awareness important Shop Local and Economic Development tion of California. ters published in Mailbox ters delayed. Letters should scientific and legislative Senate Majority Leader (GO-Biz), “California’s 3.4 “I want to thank Presi- are those of the author and be submitted by e-mail to ed- information about what goes Ellen M. Corbett million small businesses ac- dent )pro Tem Steinberg do not necessarily reflect [email protected].) on at the Lab. 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East Contra Costa County, Zakhary Mallett stated study, "It's a non-starter for John McPartland, who would drop the cost to $2 that at the least a full BART of Ammo in the Bay Area. the City of Livermore. Over represents the Valley, indi- billion. Passengers would would be seen as warranted. 8,000 people signed an ini- cated support to study the be required to transfer to He expressed reservations tiative opposing the down- downtown option at the or from a traditional BART about DMU. As the region town route." The council meeting. He later changed train. keeps growing, the continu- adopted the initiative. his mind. At the meeting, he The bus options are ity of service becomes im- The idea has raised con- reasoned that the downtown far less expensive with an perative. There is negative cerns about how the idea option should be vetted to express bus coming in at value in multiple transfers between systems. He didn't would impact the passage avoid some group in the fu- about a quarter of a billion; see the benefit of a Green- of a new version of Measure ture saying the project level enhanced bus service $55 million. Both bus options ville station, other than its D in 2014. The measure did EIR did not study it as an include $36 million to add a connection to ACE. not pass in any precinct in alternative. He pointed out 500 space parking structure Thomas Blalock declared 1870 First Street, Livermore Livermore in 2012 over con- that there is anticipated to at the Dublin-Pleasanton support for one-seat-ride to (925) 447-9629 cerns about where the BART be job growth in the Vasco station. Isabel, then some place else www.domsoutdoor.com extension would go and the area that could create a ro- One factor in determin- as the community develops. lack of a sunset clause. bust reverse commute type ing how to proceed with an "It would be nice to have an Haggerty, stated, "Mov- of development. extension is ridership. A staff ACE connection," he added. ing ahead with a downtown In addition to no project, report indicated that with a A one-seat-ride would option could jeopardize sup- staff presented four options reduced projection of jobs mean that riders would not port for the measure. The planned for study in the and housing in the Central have to change from full spending plan includes $400 project level EIR. Valley, estimates of ridership BART to either an express million for a BART exten- Two of the proposals have been down graded. bus or DMU at Dublin- sion to Livermore along were for buses. One would A market analysis found Pleasanton. Store Closing I-580." improve feeder service to a direct relationship between Gail Murray favored He pointed out that the Dublin-Pleasanton and east- parking and ridership. It looking at all of the alterna- Livermore City Council had side ACE with 500 new found little demand for re- tives proposed by staff. She %_ % taken the option for a down- parking spaces at Dublin- mote park and ride lots. said, "It may be that nothing OFF town route off the table. Pleasanton. The second bus Robert Rayburn declared, but the DMU option would 30 70 Marchand, a member proposal would provide a "The express bus is an excel- be affordable." Everything of the Alameda County direct transfer to BART via lent project whether BART Transportation Commis- a new platform at the east sion (ACTC), which plans to Dublin-Pleasanton station. place the measure on the bal- Up to 1000 parking spaces (continuedTEACHERS from page one) lot in November 2014, said would be constructed at show will be teachers Amy 8th grade. At Valley View, Cardinal Jewelers at a recent council meeting Isabel/Greenville. Smith, Lennis Sadler, and some 350 students, or about that ACTC had approved the A third proposal focuses “A World of Fine Gems” Rosie Clark. Each teacher one-half of the school's en- ORIGINAL OWNER est. 1977 spending plan with the $400 on a diesel multiple unit could invite a guest, so Car- rollment, participate in Dual million for BART to Liver- (DMU) or electrical multiple nahan chose her son's teach- Immersion. Pleasanton has trusted us for 35 years... more. The measure includes unit (EMU), which could er, Felicia Douwes. 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3356 East Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550 License #019200452 PAGE 6 - The Independent, DECEMBER 19, 2013 Livermore Man Grateful For Help from Community By Carol Graham sees that they're given to the relevant When volunteer Bob Chulata was ministry. He personally calls people who called into Pastor Mark Calcagno's office want to talk or pray together. He ensures last month, his first thought was, "Am I in there will be enough team members avail- trouble?" able on weekends to pray with people. Instead, Mark handed him an envelope. And he leads Faith in Action, a benevolent "Bob was given an envelope with a group that helps the elderly, the widowed, generous check inside," said Mark. "He single parents, or those who are financially was completely speechless, which is struggling with projects they are unable to unusual for him. He could only utter do themselves. the word, 'Wow.' He must have said it "It may sound like a lot, but God makes about 50 times over the course of several a way," said Bob. "Volunteering is a true minutes." joy to me." Mark watched Bob leave the office in Bob was born with congenital myas- his wheelchair. "My heart was incred- thenia, a rare neuromuscular disorder that ibly warmed by people's generosity and progresses over time. About ten years Photo - Doug Jorgensen Bob's contagious joy. It was the joy of an ago, the condition that had lain dormant Finished bicycles are sorted by Lisa Russell in preparation for delivery. answered prayer, prayed by a devoted man for more than three decades reared up confined to a wheelchair," he said. "I de- with a vengeance. "I almost had to give cided to track Bob down, to see if he was custody of my daughter to my mom Volunteers Assemble Early still in the church and still saying wow. I because I was getting weak quickly and was looking from the second floor balcony having a very hard time even taking care down to the courtyard when I saw in my of myself," he remembered. "As days and Christmas Gifts for Kids peripheral vision a sight that I will never weeks and months passed, I was question- forget. Bob was on the ground. ing where God was in all this. One day, By Carol Graham Lesher Foundation. Along had requests for over twice "I started to panic, thinking he'd fallen after I took my daughter to school, I came On December 7th, one with financial support, the as many bikes as we could out of his wheelchair. Then I took a closer home, sat on the ground and cried. I asked local boy received an early First Presbyterian Church provide. We are limited only look and discovered Bob had fallen all God, 'Did you let me be born with this Christmas gift he'll likely in Livermore provides space by our budget. " right - he had fallen on his knees to thank rare disease that not even the best doctors never forget. for TWFK meetings and Griggs noted that for less God for the amazing and unexpected gift." in the country know about just to let me "He didn't say a word, but repair clinics. than $10 a month, individu- The previous few months had been dwindle away and die?' I put my face in boy, did he smile from ear "We know that for the als can provide a bicycle and especially challenging for Bob. His '93 my hands. All of a sudden God spoke to to ear!" said Cathy Griggs, kids we serve, a flat tire or a helmet for a child. Mercury Villager was stolen in August and me, saying, 'If I allowed this in your life, I co-chair of the Tri-Valley loose chain means the bike "My favorite memory although it was later found, its steering have a purpose.' chapter of TurningWheels is going to sit in the garage of the Big Bike Build was column had sustained extensive dam- "All I can say is that at that very mo- for Kids (TWFK). "His since their family can't af- seeing that young boy get age that needed repairs costing $800 - an ment, I felt the storm winds shift behind mom kept saying how grate- ford to get it fixed," said his bike and watching him astronomical sum both for a 20-year-old me. A peace came over me, and from that ful she was and what a merry Griggs. "We offer free repair learn to ride it," she added. van and for a man struggling to make ends day forward everything began to change." Christmas this was for her clinics to get kids back on "His smile reminded me that meet. Bob simply didn't have the money. With compassion, Bob continues to and her son because of what their bikes." 500 more children and youth Repairs had to wait while Bob tried to find reach out daily to countless others sharing we did for them." Additionally, TWFK do- will have the joy of a new ways to get himself, his wheelchair, and messages of acceptance, encouragement What Griggs and 250 nates bicycles throughout bike this Christmas because his daughter around. and hope. In fact, before the new year other volunteers did was the year to youth fighting of what we've done." Yet Bob didn't waver in his faith. He arrives, he plans to begin a blog where he to participate in TWFK's obesity which enables chil- For more information, remembered that he'd left his Bible sitting can share stories and messages of faith. annual Big Bike Build at dren to have a fun, inexpen- email cathy@ or rich@ turn- on the passenger seat. He hoped that who- "The more I see, learn and come to un- the Alameda County Fair- sive way to exercise, while ingwheelsforkids.org. ever had stolen the van would read it. derstand, the more I realize that those mo- grounds. By 1:30 p.m., the Tri-Valley chapter also "When the world would say something ments in life that change the way you live they'd built 500 bicycles that partners with the Livermore is hopeless, Bobby would say there is and see the world, are the moments you were ready to be picked up Homeless Refuge by re- hope," said friend Patty Rose. "When the should give thanks for," he said. "Every- by pre-selected charities. pairing used bikes that the world would say his condition is bad, Bob- thing that's happened since having the van "We identified charities Refuge distributes. by would say, 'Let me tell you the good stolen has drawn me closer to my children within Alameda and Contra "The moms and dads of things.' Bob is not a victim; he walks in and family. People offering to give me Costa counties that help un- the kids we serve are work- victory. He disarms people with love. rides caused me to step out of my comfort derserved youth, and invited ing hard to put food on the When you look in Bobby's eyes, you see zone. I'm used to being the one helping them to apply for bikes," table and keep a roof over the love of God in him." and giving, and now I've had to ask for said Griggs. "We always their heads," said Griggs. Friends and the community rallied help and receive it. It's felt awkward, but receive requests for more "The children are very ap- around Bob after an article reporting the I'm realizing that giving and receiving are bikes than we have to give preciative and can't believe theft of his van appeared in the September two sides of the same coin." away, but each charity is we would give them a bike, 5th Independent. They offered rides, and For Mark, who pastors Cornerstone's grateful for the bikes we or fix their bike for free. 'Re- prayers, and by November had collected care ministries, Bob's story shines light on give them to distribute to the ally, it's my bike? To keep enough donations to repair the van as well what Christmas is truly about. families they serve." forever?' is something we as to provide Bob with some much-needed "The story of Christmas is that what Since its inception in hear often." additional funds totaling $3,500. It was a has been ripped off can be restored. Per- 2005,TWFK has given more As for the volunteers who Godsend that brought Bob to his knees. haps your hope, joy or optimism has been than 13,000 bicycles to chil- participated in this year's Big "It's been mind-blowing how this stolen. Maybe you've been robbed of a dren who may have had Bike Build, the only concern whole thing has unfolded," Bob said. "I relationship, a job you loved, or your de- "to experience Christmas heard was that they wish could never have imagined that in having sire to live or forgive. What has been lost without any cool and excit- they had more bikes to build. my van stolen I would have met so many can be found, and those who have been ing gifts," said founder and "Although we built 500 people and received such care, both for me victimized can become victorious," said Santa Clara County nurse bikes this year, and that is and my family. I've met people in stores Mark. "The story of Christmas begins Susan Runsvold, who recalls a LOT of bikes, the need and in Kaiser who read the article and with an infant's cry from a manger, it con- having shared that fear as a is so much greater," said co-chair Rich Sims. "We wanted to thank me for sharing my story. tinues with a Savior's cry from the cross, youngster. LSI newspaper ad holidaypickup 2013b_newspaper ad 1 12/6/13 2:01 PM Page 1 They wanted to know how I was doing. and it reaches full crescendo when we cry Yet the benefits of own- A person in Brentwood sent me an email out to God and invite Him to restore what ing a bicycle go beyond letting me know my story had helped her has been stolen from our own lives. just making Christmas mer- see the struggles she's been going through "Through the generosity of Bob’s rier. "Bikes can be life more clearly. Just yesterday, I returned a friends, his church, and our community changing," said Griggs, call to a woman who'd called the church in of caring people, a heartbreaking story who started the non-profit

need of help and before we hung up, she became a heartwarming story. Christmas organization's Tri-Valley said, 'Bob, I have a question. Did you get came early to Bob this year because of Chapter in 2011. "For little

your van back?' I was like, 'Wow!'" the provision of God - and the kindness of kids, it's a fun way to get Holiday As a volunteer leader at Cornerstone very generous people who care." exercise. As they're playing Fellowship, Bob oversees several teams in their neighborhood, they For the week of Collection that minister to the needs of others. He Bob can be reached at FaithinMo- are learning a lifestyle of December 23-27, 2013 reviews all incoming prayer requests and [email protected]. activity rather than just sit- If your regular

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Prize in America Recycles Day Challenge friend’s house and even to collection Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. NO LATER THAN day is: get a job." 6AM ON YOUR Your holiday Mon. Tue. Thu. Fri. Sat. USAgain, the textile re- for the community. We’re to keep textiles out of the Throughout the year, collection day will be: 30 31 2 3 4 cycling company locally pleased to award them first landfills.” TWFK raises funds from COLLECTION DAY. based in Hayward, has an- prize and look forward to a Amador Valley’s wres- individual donors and cor- nounced that Amador Valley bright future of recycling at tling team was the driving porate sponsors including Happy Holidays from Livermore Sanitation! High School in Pleasanton, the school.” force behind the school’s Therma, DPR Construction, CA has taken 1st prize in In total, over 600 schools first place finish. By promot- the Safeway Foundation, Call or visit our website for more information. its America Recycles Day across the U.S. participated ing the textile recycling bin and the Dean and Margaret 925-449-7300 Challenge. in the 7th annual America to family and classmates, the www.LivermoreSanitation.com America Recycles Day Recycles Day Challenge, wrestling team did a phe- Challenge is USAgain’s recycling a total of 198,545 nomenal job rallying support recycling competition for pounds of clothing, shoes for recycling in the commu- schools across the U.S. Par- and other textiles. This a nity and raised money to be ticipating schools collect- truly significant amount used for new equipment and ed textiles throughout the of materials recycled, as it tournaments. month of November in a US- represents over 1.3 million “The wrestling team Again recycling bin located pounds of climate-changing spread the word through The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of on school grounds. Amador CO2 saved from entering the email and by word of Valley High School recycled atmosphere. mouth,” said Mark Hamil- CITY HISTORIAN an impressive 3,724 pounds “We are so excited to ton, coach of the wrestling of clothing and textiles, be winners of the USAgain team. “We asked our school The role of the City Historian is to increase public awareness of the history earning them a $1000 prize. America Recycles Day newspaper to advertise the of the City and community of Livermore. The duties may include: “Amador Valley High Challenge,” said Nancy fundraiser that has already School did a great job heed- Boxberger, parent coordi- brought funds in, even with- • Making presentations to organizations and social groups ing the call of textile recy- nator at Amador Valley HS. out this $1,000 bonus. We • Developing an education program for schools, including history walks cling,” said Mattias Wal- “We are so glad recycling are excited that our coordi- • Preparing and teaching adult education courses in local and lander, CEO of USAgain. bins are doing so well in nated efforts and hard work regional history “Their commitment to re- our community and helping paid off.” cycling is a great example • Providing articles on local history topics for publication in local media • Assisting and providing resources to the City’s Historic Preservation Commission • Supporting the endeavors of the local historical society The person appointed to this volunteer position will serve a two year term Reed and must be a Livermore resident. Qualified applicants will have experience Plumbing presenting local historical information to community groups, teaching courses Company in local and regional history to students at schools or in community classes, Livermore, CA or be affiliated with an organization associated with the advancement of the (925) history of Livermore. 371-5671 Applications can be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office at 1052 South [email protected] Livermore Avenue, downloaded from www.cityoflivermore.net, or by calling License #601931 (925) 960-4200. The deadline to apply for this position is January 17, 2014. The Independent, DECEMBER 19, 2013 - PAGE 7

Livermore Fusion SC '02 Boys Maroon played their final Fall league game on 12/15/13, ending with a 10-0 record. They have been undefeated all season clenching First Place in the Norcal U11 Boys Gold Division. The Pictured are Pleasanton Seahawks swim team members team's breakout season also includes three first place who competed at the Winter National Championships. tournament finishes since July of this year. Pictured They are Nick Silverthorn, Moriah Simonds, Erika Brown, Maxime Rooney. Not pictured Celina Li, Catherine Breed back to front and left to right are Edwin Zabala, Aiden Livermore Aquacowboys' swimmers Trent Trump (Cal swimmers) and Iris Brand. Lewis, Dane Winslow, Joey Keller, Dylan Baxter, and Bryce McLaggan (above) competed at the USA Professional Coach Matt Caution, Abraham Zarate, Swimming Junior Nationals meet this past week, Colton Trudeau, Landon Ratinho, Parker Moore, Devin December 12-14, in Greensboro, North Carolina. Ruzich and Mateo Wilde. took over 30 swimmers to the 14 and new FW, 100 fly new FW, 200 fly new are filling fast. Boy’s rules teams are Seahawks at Nationals under Junior Olympics held in Morgan PRT. Nicholas Skinner- 50 Free new forming for players born between Seven Pleasanton Seahawks at- Hill. Jared Tovera made finals in the FW, 100 FR new FW, 50 BK new PRT, September 1, 1998 and August 31, tended the Winter National Cham- 50 breast and the 50 freestyle. Best 200 BK new PRT, 200IM new FW. 2006. Boy’s rules team are open to pionships in Knoxville, Tennessee, times were achieved by 70% of the Ben Sproul-200 BK new FW. both boys and girls. The season runs December 5-7th. These swimmers LAC swimmers. early-January through May. For more competed against college and post That same week LAC took 11 information and to register on-line go college athletes, Iris Brand swam in of their senior level swimmers to the Water Polo to www.phantomlacrosse.org. the same heat as Natalie Coughlin and Husky Invitational in Washington. The Livermore Lazers hosted Moriah Simonds swam with Missy Haley Hamza, Sam Yoon, and Katie the first of their three Winter Session Franklin. Kulp all made finals. Best times were water polo tournaments on Saturday Girls Softball There were several top 20 finishes. achieved by Celine Nguyen, Shahini at the Robert Livermore Community LGSA Registration: Livermore For the boys- Maxime Rooney swam Ananth, Nathan Boas, Alex Gonzalez, Center Pool. Twelve teams represent- Girls Softball Association welcomes -200 free (20th), 500 free (20th), Jared Brandley, Addison Mclaggan, ing six Tri-Valley area clubs braved all Livermore girls aged 5-18, no 100/200 back, 200 fly. Nick Silver- Shelby Diehl, Megan Fairbanks, Haley the bone-chilling cold for a full day experience necessary. Register by thorn – 200IM, 100 Brst, 200 Brst Hamza, Katie Kulp, and Sam Yoon. of competition. December 31st to avoid a late fee. (18th), 200 Free. The Lazers' Level II boys were Visit www.LivermoreGirlsSoftball. For the girls Iris Brand- 50/100 free led by Scott Ragatz, who had a great org for more information. , Erika Brown -100/200 free, 100/200 afternoon in the cage, and Noah Pettit, back. Moriah Simonds -200/500 Seahawks at Jr. who was outstanding in the field. Also free (11th), 1650 free (8th), Moriah among the top all-around performers broke the Pacific Swimming Record Olympic Meet were twins Ryan and Dylan Weiglein. Half Marathon The Pleasanton Seahawks' swim- The new Livermore Half Marathon Pictured is Pleasanton Seahawks swim team Junior in the 1650. mers showed great determination at The top Lazers' Level I boys included Camden Kiernan and James will run on March 29, 2014, according Group Coach Joe Loftus and High Point Winner Nicole the Junior Olympic Age Group Swim to event producer Project Sport. Meet, December 6-8th. The meet was West, both tremendous in the field, Livermore and stingy goalkeeper Steven Ragatz. Runners will pass through our Stiles. hosted by the Morgan Hill Swim Club, downtown, into the vineyards and Intermiate 1: Ryan Fortani had an Several Lazers' girls played a Aquacowboys great tournament as well, including finish on First Street. followed by a concluding 5K after a from the Salinas area who was the Livermore Aquacowboy swim- excellent performance in his 100 back Local leaders have been working recovery period of about an hour; final second American at this year’s Boston mers Trent Trump and Bryce McLag- and swam on both boys 9-10 relays. Madison Weiglein, who pumped in a steady stream of goals; Gianna Paden, with Project Sport to conceptualize a placings are determined on the basis of Marathon, and Crouch will face Tina gan competed at the USA Swimming Junior Group: Nicole Stiles-high springtime event mixing fitness with combined or aggregate time. Kefalas of Hillsborough, Calif., the for- Junior Nationals meet this past week, point award for 10 and under girls. who stood out in the field; Devyn Baldus, who had a strong defensive entertainment. The result will be the The event was first held on Ameri- mer world record holder in the Double December 12-14, in Greensboro, North Lexi Barrera-5 best times. Lizzie 13.1 mile run followed by a downtown can soil last Dec. 23 when more than who won the Pleasanton Double last Carolina. Both swimmers achieved Balicanta-best time 50 breast. Kyra day and added some scoring; and Em- ily McElroy, who earned high praise festival of local wineries, craft beer, 1000 runners competed in the inaugu- year and the Athens (Greece) Double new best times. Black-best times 50/100 free 100 artisan chefs, specialty boutique shop- ral Pleasanton Double. That’s the day just three weeks ago. Bryce competed in the 50 free, 100 back. Farrah Brown swam 50 back from the coaching staff with excellent work in the cage. ping and live music. the Double Road Race™ (Double for The second annual Pleasanton free, and 100 fly while Trent swam 50, and huge contributor to relays. Olivia Registration for the Livermore short) and the sport of Double Road Double will feature several age-group 100, and 200 free, and 100 and 200 Kim-5 new best times, made finals in For more information regarding Lazers Water Polo, contact lazerswp@ Half Marathon is underway. Pre-reg- Racing were born. champions, including Christine Ken- backstroke. Trent qualified for the the 50 fly. Jaewoo Kim-made finals istration will continue at $69 through Sunday’s race will be the second nedy of Los Gatos, who dominated the Championship finals and finished 6th in 4 events. Kaela Lee swam well in gmail.com. January 3. Entry will approach its full annual Pleasanton Double. Present 2013 Women’s Double Leader Board, over-all at the meet in the men’s 200 the 50 free and 200 free relay. Aaron price of $89 as race day nears. Register for the event will be the men’s and plus Sharon Voss of New York City freestyle achieving a new short course Lin-best time 100 breast. Stephanie CYO Basketball at runlivermore.com. women’s world record holders in the and Peter Mullin of Houston, Tex., the Senior National time. Trent's outstand- Shao-best time 200 fly. Andrew Wang On Sunday, St. Michael's/St. Double – Julius Koskei, 31, of Kenya 2013 men’s and women’s Ujena Fit ing performances have earned him a 4 new best times. Nick Wonosaputra Charles (SMSC) CYO basketball and Sarah Crouch, 24, of South Lake Club Runners of the Year respectively. spot on the California/Nevada All Star made finals in the 200 breast. Boys' 7th Grade 715, aka Spartans, Tahoe, Calif. The opening 10K of the second Team which will take 18 men and 18 Pre-Senior Group: Calvin Chui- were defeated by St. Joan's (716) after Livermore Outlaws Between that inaugural Pleasanton annual Pleasanton Double will start women to Japan to compete against the 1650 new PRT, 400IM New PRT. showing the crowd true team spirit 13U Baseball Double and this Sunday’s race, six just south of the Hart Middle School Itoman team, comprised of Japan’s top Miranda Heckman-100 IM new PRT. and great sportsmanship. Spartans' The Livermore Outlaws Baseball Doubles have been held around the auditorium on Sunday at 7:30 – and young swimmers, in February. Nawoo Kim- 1000 FR new JO, 100 top scorers included Jacob Blaha and Club is currently holding team tryouts country and one in Greece. the other events (the Christmas 5K The week of December 6-8, LAC BR new PRT. Lleyton Plattel-50 FR Daniel Pryor. Defensive standouts for the Spring 2014 travel team season. The men’s world record in the Run & Walk, the concluding 5K of the were Aden Cavalcanti, Eric Valdez Practices and evaluations are now Double now stands at 44:31 – the ag- Double and the Bob Anderson Kids’ and Brandon Bruns. Top scorers for beginning in Livermore. The Outlaws gregate time Julius Koskei posted in Cup One- Mile) will follow later in St. Joan's were Evan Gosal, Andrew are in their fourth year of operations Indianapolis, Ind., on Aug. 11 when the morning. Dang and Andrew Smith. and the coaching staff has over 40 years he ran the 10K in 29:48 and the 5K in Competitors can register for any of combined baseball coaching experi- 14:43. The women’s world record in of these races at Fleet Feet Pleasanton ence. All competitive players from the the Double is now 55:23, which is the (234 Main St. Pleasanton, all day Sat- LGSA Registration Tri-Valley area are welcome to attend aggregate time Sarah Crouch recorded urday or at Hart Middle School 4433 LGSA Registration: Livermore an open practice. Please contact the in San Juan Bautista, Calif., on Sept. Willow Road. Pleasanton, CA 94588 Girls Softball Association welcomes Outlaws to get more details or schedule 28 when she ran the 10K in 35:02 and on the morning of the event. all Livermore girls aged 5-18, no an evaluation at Outlawstravelball@ the 5K in 17:21. More information is available experience necessary. Visit www. yahoo.com Those records could be improved online by going to www.Pleasanton- LivermoreGirlsSoftball.org for more upon in Pleasanton, where Koskei Double.com. For questions about information or to register online. Reg- will be challenged by, among others, the press release, contact Justin Wall, ister by December 31 to avoid a late fee. Double Road Race Daniel Tapia, ace marathon runner [email protected]. The Double Road Race™ returns to Pleasanton this Sunday, Dec. 22 as LGSA Evaluations an established event on the American LGSA Evaluations: LGSA player running scene. evaluations will take place on Janu- It is described as a festive family Outdoor Enthusiast ary 11 at Joe Michell. All players fun event and world-class competition in age groups 8U through 14U must all rolled into one!.In addition to the attend an evaluation. Players must Double Road Race™, the event pro- be registered prior to January 11, gram will also feature a Christmas 5K on-site player registration will not be Run andWalk and the Bob Anderson’s available at evaluations. Visit www. Kids Cup One-Mile for youngsters 13 LivermoreGirlsSoftball.org for more and under. information. 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(continuedFILM from SCHOOL page one) It’s also fun to hold the boom most important thing, be- with so much respect. It and monitor the sound.” cause everything that goes adds to the overall profes- Such an education was into filmmaking goes into sionalism on the set and in not a sure thing for the other types of work: sched- the classroom,” she said. 22-year-old. Shannen is uling, communicating, flex- “And, because Shannen’s one of 14 developmentally ibility and deadlines,” said interest level is high, she’s disabled young adults par- Travolta. really stepping it up.” ticipating in Joey Travolta’s Over the course of each Travolta added, “I want Inclusion Films’ and Futures session, students produce up these kids to have confi- Explored, Inc.’s Practical to two short films that may dence going into the work- Film and Media Workshop be original works, docu- place. I want them to work, in Livermore. mentaries, public service an- and I want to see them suc- “When special needs in- nouncements or marketing ceed whether it’s in the dividuals leave high school films. Currently, Livermore movie business or whatever. and are thrown into the real students are filming Beauti- I tell employers who want world it can be devastating ful Disaster at various loca- to hire developmentally for them,” said Shannen’s tions around town, including disabled individuals that mother Dianne. “They can Centennial Park, Casse- they will be their best em- feel lost and without a pur- Croûte Bakery, Granada ployees. They’ll be there pose. Having a good adult High School, the Carnegie on time, they’ll be reliable, Photos - Doug Jorgensen day program is essential; building and the Reinstein and they’ll work harder than Living Bethlehem, a 35,000-square-foot re-enactment of the Nativity and the life during having one that puts her in Ranch. anybody else.” that time, welcomed visitors over the weekend. Shows depicted the night Jesus was the direction of a job she’d “This thesis film is struc- For both the Sacramento love to do is a blessing!” tured to run as close to a and the Livermore work- born in Bethlehem, complete with Roman soldiers, Mary and Joseph, a baby Jesus, Following the model of professional shoot as pos- shop, located at 2021 Las the wise men and even a camel. Travolta’s first film work- sible to give our students real Positas Court, Joey Tra- shops in Burbank and Ba- world experience,” said lead volta’s Inclusion Films has kersfield, the Livermore instructor Hester Wagner. partnered with Futures Ex- workshop opened in Feb- “For this project, we bring in plored, a Lafayette-based, Livermore Scientists Discover How ruary. A fourth workshop outside actors. Our students non-profit organization that opened in Sacramento this work in crew roles - script teaches life skills to adults fall, with a fifth scheduled supervising, lighting and with developmental dis- Explosives Respond to Shockwaves to open in Michigan in early sound operating, wardrobe abilities by providing work- Lawrence Livermore Na- pyrotechnic compositions, “At the initiation thresh- 2014. and prop management, de- related training. tional Laboratory research- propellants such as smoke- old, we were able to di- “My father used to say sign, craft services and as The next semester is ers have combined ultrafast less gunpowders and rocket rectly observe a significant when you have a job that production assistants. It’s scheduled to begin Febru- time-resolved experimental fuels, and fuels such as die- jump in the shock velocity, you enjoy going to, and that really a thrill to come in ary 10, 2014. “I encourage measurements with theory sel fuel and gasoline. indicating that we had me- you look forward to going every day and be creative people to audit the class to to reveal how an explosive When an energetic ma- chanically initiated chemical to, that’s the greatest job in with an amazing group of make sure they like it before responds to a high-impact terial is hit hard and fast reactions in the sample,” the world,” said Travolta. people.” they get into it because it’s a shock. enough it will explode. What Armstrong said. “That’s what I have - the It’s a philosophy that commitment,” said Travolta, The work involved ad- occurs between the moment With the help of addi- greatest job in the world. I starts with Travolta. In the noting that each student can vances in both ultrafast of initial impact and the tional high-pressure sound- think we’re building some- early ’70s he worked as a take the workshop up to four experimental shock wave time the explosion occurs speed measurements made thing really special.” special education teacher be- times. “The big problem is methods and molecular dy- continues to be a highly by Zaug and Jonathan Crow- The Practical Film and fore moving into show busi- that the kids don’t want to namics (MD) simulation studied topic. hurst, Bastea was able to techniques. The combination “Hydrogen peroxide, further calculate the amount Media Workshop 20-week ness. “When I made my first leave.” vocational program focuses of experiment and simulation composed of one oxygen- of chemical reaction ob- single, I thought, ‘Oh, this Dianne stated, “This film is a milestone in understand- oxygen bond and two oxy- served in the team’s ultrafast on providing adults with is the coolest thing,’” said school has allowed Shannen ing chemical initiation and gen-hydrogen bonds within shock experiments to be developmental disabilities, Travolta. “Then I starred to participate in an atmo- detonation. a hydrogen bonding network approximately 50 percent. such as autism, Down syn- in my first movie, and said, sphere of creativity, and This is a step forward afforded us the opportu- Bastea emphasized that the drome and cerebral palsy, ‘This is my favorite thing.’ given her a sense of purpose where eventually we can nity to study a very complex collaboration between ex- with a working knowledge Then when I directed my that so many individuals have a better understanding process using a relatively perimentalists and theorists of film production. Stu- first movie, I thought that with special needs have of how to control the deliv- simple molecular liquid,” was key to enabling a more dents engage with industry that was the ultimate. But a hard time finding. This ery of chemical energy for a said project leader Sorin comprehensive understand- professionals to learn every this is my life now. I love is a chance for her to be variety of energetic materials Bastea. “We also knew that ing of shock-induced chemi- aspect of filmmaking from it more than anything I’ve a contributing member of applications. the final reaction products cal initiation. screenwriting to schedul- ever done.” society, and in a field she is Energetic materials are a would be simple too: They The work was supported ing, and sound engineering Travolta’s dedication interested in.” class of material with high are just oxygen and water.” by Laboratory Directed Re- to editing. means the world to parents For more information, amount of stored chemical The Livermore team search and Development. “I enjoy providing as like Dianne. “I appreciate visit www.inclusionfilms. energy that can be released. demonstrated that 50 tril- The research team included much knowledge to our the way the workshop staff com or www.futures-ex- Typical classes of energetic lionths of a second (50 pico- Armstrong and Zaug as students as I have learned and Joey treat the students plored.org. materials are explosives, seconds) after the peroxide co-principal authors, Gold- over the years,” said editor was shocked it begins to tear man and Kuo performing Seth Shulman, one of the apart. The chemical bonds molecular dynamics simu- workshop’s first Burbank were completely broken lations, thermochemical employees. “One of my by 100 picoseconds. The calculations from Bastea, primary objectives in post- temperature increased by hydrodynamic calculations production is teaching how more than 1,500 degrees and from Mike Howard, and to tell a story in the editing the explosive pressure wave additional experimental sup- room. After I’ve explained spiked to more than 200,000 port from Crowhurst, Jeffrey the editing software and dis- atmospheres. Carter, Michaele Kashgar- cussed our objective in cut- “What is unique about ian, John (Bud) Chesser and ting a scene, I like to watch this research effort is that Troy Barbee Jr. the students just cut loose we have ultrafast time-re- The work is featured on and discuss what they’re go- solved experimental data the cover of the Dec.12 issue ing to do creatively. That’s that corroborate our theoreti- of the Journal of Physical how I learned.” cal predictions on the exact Chemistry A. While the goal of the same timescale,” said Nir workshop is to expose stu- Goldman who, along with dents to the technology and Will Kuo led the simulation creative processes involved efforts. The experiment, led by in filmmaking, it’s equally Mike Armstrong and Joe focused on increasing stu- Reserve Our Lovely Zaug, used a very short burst Grounds for Your dents’ ability to work col- of laser energy to blast into laboratively with others - an a 0.001 millimeter-thick Special Celebration invaluable skill that can be aluminum film that was in or Wedding applied to many aspects of contact with the peroxide. 1356 S. Livermore Ave. their professional and per- Photo - Doug Jorgensen They measured the shock- Hours: Tue-Fri 12-2pm, sonal lives. Film crew is shown shooting inside Casse-Croûte Bakery. wave speed as it traveled Sat-Sun 12-4:30pm, “Their life skills are the through the fluid using a Mon-Closed technique called optical (925) 447-8941 interferometry.

Livermore Seeking Livermorium Art Piece Livermore Cinemas The Livermore City to support providing the tory’s (LLNL) contributions teers in the preparation and saving mr. banks (pg13) dlp 12:05 3:10 6:20 9:20* Council approved a request remainder of the cost. to heavy and super-heavy serving of over 1500 free walking with dinosaurs (pg) dlp 11:45 2:00 3:00 4:15 6:35 8:50* for qualifications for art- The conceptual design element research. turkey dinners with all the walking with dinosaurs (pg) dlp-3d 12:45 trimmings to people at the American hustle (r) dlp 1:00 4:00 6:05 7:00 9:00* 9:50* ists to commission a Liver- proposals will be displayed MAYOR'S AWARD anchorman 2: the legend continues (pg13) dlp 11:50 12:50 2:45 3:45 morium themed public art to take public comments on The council presented Bothwell Arts Center. In ad- 5:40 6:40 8:30* 9:30* project. the ideas. the Mayor's Special Award dition, hundreds of meals are the hobbit: The desolation of smaug (pg13) dlp The council decision oc- Livermore Mayor John for Livermore Communi- delivered to the elderly and 3d-dbox 12:00 3:30 7:00 cured at its Dec. 9 meeting. Marchand suggested releas- ty Service to Randy and people unable to join in the 3d-cc 1:00 4:30 8:00* The work, which con- ing design proposals to the Lurline Moore in honor of festivities at the community 2d-cc 2:00 5:30 9:00* event. . . . The city council frozen (pg) dlp 12:00 1:00 2:40 3:45 5:20 6:45 8:00* 9:25* tinues the city's ongoing public on May 30, during the the couple's work in organiz- of Livermore honors Lurline hunger games: catching fire (pg13) dlp 11:45 3:00 6:15 9:30* ing the annual Community celebration of the arts and annual Livermorium Day and Randy Moore for their a madea christmas (pg13) dlp 1:05 3:50 6:35 9:20* Thanksgiving Dinner for the science, will be placed on event. "The art piece will contributions and selfless PReview Tue, Dec. 24: the secret life of walter mitty (pg) dlp 4:00 7:00 Livermorium Plaza in Mills recognize the importance past 31 years. service to the Livermore opening christmas day: the secret life of walter mitty, *no shows Square Park at the southeast of the Lab to the commu- They started the annu- community." the wolf of wall street, grudge match, 47 ronin Dec 24. corner of First Street and nity and world as well," he al dinner after hosting a South Livermore Avenue. stated. Thanksgiving for a few An art budget of up to On May 30, 2012, the friends with no family in $175,000 that includes over- International Union of the area. The dinner among head, installation and design Pure and Applied Chem- friends grew into an all in- was approved. Of that total, istry (IUPAC) officially clusive event open to anyone $125,000 will come from approved Livermorium as wishing to come together as the City’s Public Art In-Lieu the name for element #116 a community on Thanksgiv- fund. Lawrence Livermore on the Periodic Table of ing. National Laboratory along Elements. The name was The proclamation reads, with other private funding chosen to honor Lawrence in part, "Each year the sources will be approached Livermore National Labora- Moores lead 300 volun- The Independent, DECEMBER 19, 2013 - PAGE 9

(continued from page 4) Brown signed important the state and throughout the allows consumers to more er, Alexis De Tocqueville, cycle where people don’t legislation that will help world. SB 12, which will easily identify California decided that self-interest vote because government in the mid 1990’s through California small businesses take effect on January 1st, produced goods. would, “Become the chief, does not serve their needs, today. Earlier this year, I market and promote their creates the “Made in Cali- This unique program will if not the only, driving force and government doesn’t authored, the Legislature high quality products within fornia” label program that help spur the California behind all behavior” of hu- serve their needs because passed and Governor Jerry economy by enabling shop- man character. He also ob- those people do not vote. pers to buy local and in- served that, “It is difficult to Many people may say state products. During these force a man out of himself they don’t have time or they times of economic recovery, and get him to take interest have work, or they’re just I know that shoppers are in the affairs of the whole not interested. The truth is, Jackson Avenue Receives looking for opportunities state, for he has little under- you don’t have time not to to buy local goods made by standing of the way in which vote. This really is one of local businesses. Thanks the fate of the state can influ- the most basic civic duties Thriving Schools Grant to the passage of SB 12, ence his own lot. But if it is citizens can perform. When Students and teachers at has already been installed on Yvette Radford, vice presi- consumers will be able to a question of taking a road you think about it, and the Jackson Avenue Elementary the playground. dent of External and Com- buy “Made in California” past his property, he sees at impact that voting can have in Livermore are on their • Purchase of a salad bar munity Affairs in Northern products and know with once that this small public on not just you, but your way to promoting health cart to promote and reinforce California. “This initiative certainty that those goods matter has a bearing on his children, future posterity, and wellness thanks to a healthy eating habits for is one of the cornerstones were made within the state greatest private interests, and the future of this coun- new Thriving Schools grant students, staff and families, of our organizational com- or even locally. and there is no need to point try, then it should become a from Kaiser Permanente. by increasing their fruit and mitment to the total health So before you finish your out to him the close con- priority. It doesn’t take too The health care organiza- vegetable intake. Cooking of our members and the holiday shopping, I hope that nection between his private much time, and you can get tion is awarding 14 Thriv- classes will also provide communities that we serve. you will consider shopping profit and the general inter- a mail-in ballot. It has never ing Schools grants across consistent nutrition mes- It is also builds on our many local so that East Bay and est." Even though this is a been easier to vote. Northern California this year sages to families. The goal years of work with schools Tri-Valley communities and pretty simple civic duty, it to increase physical activity is to increase vegetable and in our community.” businesses will continue to has huge bearing on aspects Deacon Dave and improve healthy food fruit consumption by 75% This grant is one of sev- prosper in the months and of one’s life. We rationalize Carolyn Hunt offerings for students and by increasing awareness of eral grants that Kaiser Per- years ahead. and say that there are mil- Livermore teachers at their schools. healthy food options manente made recently to lions of people, and I’m just You gotta see Deacon Jackson Avenue Elemen- “This is an exciting op- Livermore students. In ad- Low Voter Turnout one among them. When we Dave’s light display at 352 tary’s grant of $23,000 will portunity for our school,” dition to Jackson Avenue Karissa Miller see an ocean, we see a vast Hillcrest Ave in Livermore, help with projects that pro- said Shari Johnston, prin- Elementary, Kaiser Perman- Livermore, student at body of water, but it takes 6 pm until 9 or 10, lights stay mote health and wellness cipal at Jackson Avenue ente also awarded support to Livermore Valley Charter tons of little drops to make on until midnight. “Over the for the students, staff, and Elementary. “Our students Marilyn Avenue Elementary Preparatory it up. top” doesn’t do it justice. families of the school. The are truly benefitting from for health benefit educa- If voting is a freedom In the presidential elec- (For more info, send your goal is to create a culture of the generous donation from tion and assistance and also in this country, then why tion of 2000, such was the favorite search engine to wellness in the school com- Kaiser Permanente. We are to the Livermore Valley do many people not vote? case. George Bush won by “Deacon Dave.”) munity. not only seeing students Joint Unified School District Wouldn’t one want to vote only 537 votes, which is extremely small in relation Dubbed the “Healthy thinking more about being in support of workshops for the leaders who will Got It Right Active Stingrays” after the active but it has also lowered for Latina youth and their make the major decisions to the billions of people out there who vote. This just Alison Forrest school mascot, the Thriving the referrals for discipline mothers focused on health, for the country? It is a right Livermore School grant will help with during recess and lunch due physical changes and sexual to vote, and should not be an goes to show if that many more people voted for Gore Harvard University’s In- three projects at Jackson to having a wellness coordi- responsibility. entitlement. We should not stitute of Politics has been Avenue Elementary: nator out on the playground Thriving Schools also take this right for granted. I and those who voted for Bush had stayed home, the surveying undergrad stu- • Creation of a dedicated supporting games and activi- features Fire Up Your Feet, have conducted research and dents since 2000 to deter- walking path that will be ties. This grant is bringing a new online program devel- have found the underlying result could have been very different. The elections of mine the attitudes of young supported by a Wellness new energy to our school.” oped by the Safe Routes to reasons why people don’t adults (18-29 year olds) on Coordinator who organizes The grants are just one School National Partnership vote. They are uninformed 2000 show that a few votes can go a long way. The em- many different social and activities to increase physi- part of Kaiser Permanente' in collaboration with Kaiser and unconnected to public political issues. cal activities for students, new Thriving Schools ini- Permanente and the National affairs and news events. phasis on elections comes from the principle of popu- On the October 30 – No- families and staff. The goal tiative to build healthy, sus- PTA. The program’s goal They disagree with the way vember 11, 2013 survey, one is to reach 60 minutes per tainable communities by is to improve the health government does things. lar sovereignty, or that the government is created by of the questions asked was if day of physical activity to creating a culture of health of students, teachers, and They feel even if they do the students supported “Re- improve health and fitness in schools. It provides pre- families by encouraging vote it won’t make a dif- and subject to the will of the people. Moreover, if politi- duced spending related to while reducing obesity. vention-focused, evidence- safe walking, bicycling, and ference, and that the gov- the nuclear arsenal by reduc- • Purchase and installa- based wellness tools—at no other physical activities with ernment is on the “wrong cal authority comes from the people, what better way to ing U.S. nuclear warheads tion of two hydration stations cost—to any school. online tools free for anyone track” to fix its problems. from approximately 2,000 to to increase availability of “Kaiser Permanente’s to use. The list goes on and on. But exercise that authority than by voting? When people approximately 1,550.” This free, potable water to empha- Thriving Schools initia- For more information, your vote does add up. You was supported across the size the importance of water tive is focused on making visit kp.org/community- yourself may not represent choose not to vote, they are effectively denied represen- board by Democrats, Repub- and reduce the consumption healthy choices easy, acces- benefit/ncal. To learn more a large percentage, but your licans, and Independents. of sugar-sweetened drinks. sible, and a part of everyday about Thriving Schools, visit vote does matter. tation in government. This can then lead to a vicious I’d say we young people Also launch a “Rethink Your life in our schools,” said kp.org/thrivingschools. French political think- have got it right. Drink” program. One station

horseman, a real cowboy. born in Lake Stevens, Wash- March 20, 1920 to Alphonso years. Graced with charac- of Gary Garino. Devoted He and Janna were thank- ington on January 18, 1934 and Felipa Aranda. Ruth ter, humor and capability, mother of Gina Marie Ta- ful in retirement to have and was raised in Granite loved to crochet, read, dance Eddie brought sunshine, vares, and husband Darren, been able to “go places Falls, Washington with his and mostly loved to spend direction and comfort into of Livermore, Rita Noel together” - so many places two brothers Donald and time with her family. the lives of many. Zimmerman, and husband around the world, always Gary Sawyer and three sis- Ruth’s daughter Inez Or- He is survived by his wife Robert, of Monroe, WA, making friends along the ters, Lois Fincher, Bonnie doins passed away earlier Thelma, daughters Denise, Leonard Gary Garino of way. Lindell and Nancy Stott. this year. She is survived by Gail (David) Ponsiano, Di- Fremont. Cherished sister He was a handyman who Douglas served in the her daughters Marty Sando- ane (Mike) Wallace, all of of Vasco Bigongiari of Cas- would fix almost anything. Air Force, worked at Boe- val (Tuto Sandoval), Cookie Livermore; daughter Debo- tro Valley. Loving Nonna On the rare instance he needing, and after thirty years, Scott (Jack Merideth), and rah (Gary) Whitney of Los of Mitchell, Joshua, Julia, ed hired help, he’d watch he retired from Lawrence Rosie Crow. She was also Gatos, his stepsons Larry Andrew, Zachary, Jared and and learn, saying, “I only Livermore National Labo- preceded in death by her (Melinda) Hollis of Gil- Samantha. Jannes Takens want to pay for it once.” A ratory. He enjoyed building husband Homer Matsell and roy, Chet (Sandy) Hollis of Diana was a member of Jannes Takens, born in tireless worker, he was up model airplanes, roller blad- son Chuck Matsell. Ruth Manteca, David Hollis of the Alameda Yacht Club Helpman, The Netherlands before dawn for decades, ing, hiking and Bonsai. leaves behind 12 grandchil- Blocksburg and step-daugh- where she became a Com- in 1919, passed away at the always needing to milk the Douglas is survived by dren, 26 great grandchildren ter Nancy (Wes) Fite of Dos modore. age of 94 in his Pleasanton cows or mend the fences. his wife of 59 years/high and 1 great great grandson. Palos, his grandchildren Family and friends are home on Sunday, November “That’s the one I was look- school sweetheart Colleen A visitation is sched- Anthony, Rochelle, Lindsy, invited to attend a 2:00 pm 24, 2013. ing for,” he’d laugh, eyeing J. Sawyer and their children uled at Callaghan Mortuary Tricia, Dustin and Adam Celebration of Life on Sat- He and his wife Janna, the very last bale of hay that Martin Sawyer, Lisa Ball, Thursday, December 19, and his nieces and nephews urday, December 21, 2013 at married just 2 weeks short needed unloading. and Kent Sawyer; grand- 2013 from 5-7 PM with a who held a special place in Berge-Pappas-Smith Chapel of 65 years, immigrated to He was the perfect neigh- children Douglas Sawyer, rosary following at 7:30 PM. his heart. of the Angels, 40842 Fre- Pleasanton in 1950, finding bor to many, always willing Linnea Ball, Troy Sawyer A mass will be celebrated on A Funeral Service will mont Blvd., Fremont, CA their first job at the Mead- to lend a hand. and Kendra Sawyer; and Friday December 20, 2013 be held on Thursday, Dec. owlark Dairy. They became He is survived by his great grandchildren Julian at 11 AM at St. Michael’s 19th, 1 p.m. at Callaghan proud citizens of the USA loving wife Janna; son Bob Ball, Hailey Sawyer and Church in Livermore. Mortuary, 3833 East Ave. in 1955. and wife Cheryl, daugh- Laina Sawyer. Livermore. They were helped by and ter Winnie Smith and Joel The Celebration of Life Edward Paul Pevarnick thankful to so many gener- Geldermann, and son Bruce will be held at 3 p.m. on Jan- Resident of Livermore Diana J. Garino ous and trusting people in and wife Patti; grandchil- uary 11, 2014 at the Veterans Eddie was born July, July 18, 1946 - Dec. 12, 2013 their new country and com- dren Kyla (Smith) Thomas Memorial Hall, 522 South 20th, 1928 in New York City Resident of Fremont munity, making business and husband Brian, Brent L Street in Livermore, CA. and passed away Monday, Diana J. Garino, formerly deals on as little as a hand- Smith, Katie, Jesse and wife Dec. 16, of San Francisco, was born shake, to eventually become Kelsey, and Shelby Takens; Ruth Matsell 2013 in on July owners of the Dairy. and great-grandchildren Ruth Matsell, a long time Liver- 18, Jannes was an avid sports Madison Thomas, Kennedi resident more, 1946 fan and sportsman. In his Thomas, and Caleb Takens. of Liver- CA. Af- to Gino youth he won speed skating A private service will more, ter serv- and El- medals and played center be held. Memorial dona- CA, died ing in eanora midfielder for Bequick Soc- tions may be made to Hope Saturday the U.S Bigon- cer NL. Upon arrival in Hospice in Dublin, the Al- ,Decem- Navy, giari, the U.S. he became an avid zheimer’s Association, or ber 14, he ven- and baseball fan, and a popu- your favorite charity. 2013. tured to passed away peacefully on lar coach of Little League Ruth Califor- December 12, 2013 in Fre- baseball and soccer teams Douglas Leon Sawyer was nia, where he was is the mont, CA. in Pleasanton. He loved born on Building Trades for 40+ Beloved wife for 48 years bowling, sponsoring many Douglas Leon Sawyer, teams, and continued to 79, of Indio, CA, passed bowl well into his retirement away on years with his SIR friends. Novem- Obituary/ Memoriam Policies He helped put on many 4-H ber 15, BBQ’s at the fairgrounds, 2013 af- was an avid fairgoer holding ter a long Obituaries are published in box seats at the fairgrounds, battle with The Independent at no charge. and also helped pay for new Alzheim- grandstands. A little-known ers. There is a small charge for photographs fact is that he was a good He was in the obituaries. Memoriam ads can also be placed in The Independent when families want to honor the memories of their loved ones. There is a charge for memoriam ads, 2177 Las Positas Ct, Ste. K, Livermore CA 94551 based on the size of the ad. (925) 454-1974 Please send an email to www.neptune-society.com [email protected] Sam Miller, Branch Director FD#1823

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Police Academy [email protected]. parking fee at either entrance The shows may be viewed on The Pleasanton Home- Nature Day Camp A Yule Log Hunt will take to Sycamore Grove Park. A Comcast TV Channel 30 and town Holiday Parade and Tree Children ages 6-12 can take Applications $2 donation is requested to help AT&T U-verse via Channel 99 Lighting was held on Saturday, The Livermore Police De- place on Sun., Dec. 22. Meet part Winter Ramblers Nature Chief Ranger Pat Sotelo at 2 p.m. support the programs unless as well as streaming live and December 7th on Main Street Day Camp held on January 2 and partment is now accepting ap- video demand on the TV 30 plications for its 26th Citizens’ at the reservable picnic area at other fees are specified. Partici- in downtown Pleasanton. The 3 at Alviso Adobe Community Sycamore Grove Park. pants may call 925-960-2400 for website at www.tv30.org DVDs annual community celebration Park in Pleasanton. Police Academy (CPA). are also available for purchase The 17 week academy will Grab your silliest holiday more information. included a parade with floats, The program runs from 9am hats, and join the 19th annual on the website. marching bands, drill teams, to 3pm both days. begin on February 5, 2014 with Kicking off the festivities a graduation ceremony on May hunt for the fabled Yule Log. Celebrations on TV and more. It was followed by Participants will explore Prepare for the hunt with games, was Dublin’s 30th Annual Tree the lighting of the holiday tree the park and learn about the 29, 2014. The class sessions are Community holiday parades Lighting Ceremony that took merriment and tales of ancient and tree lightings will be shown in front of the Museum on Main nature and history of the area. held every Wednesday evening place on Thursday, December Yule celebrations. Then join an on TV30. They include the 2013 Street. Crafts, skills, and games are from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the 5th at the Dublin Civic Cen- old-fashioned hunt for that elu- celebrations from the Tri-Valley Also taking place on De- also planned. Livermore Police Department. ter Plaza. Entertainment was sive log. After the hunt, gather cities of Dublin, Livermore, cember 7th was the 18th annual Those attending will provide There are no physical require- provided by the Dublin Uni- around the fire and make our and Pleasanton. TV 30 is Downtown Livermore Holiday their own lunches. ments for most activities and no fied School District Children’s own Yule logs to take home. broadcasting the taped holiday Sights & Sounds Parade featur- For more information, please costs charged to the participants. Choir, under the direction of Canceled if raining. Call for events for each city at various ing local marching bands, floats, call (925) 931-5340 or visit The CPA provides partici- Irene Fong, and the Fallon directions to the Group Picnic times throughout the holiday light displays and the official www.pleasantonfun.com. pants with a unique inside look Middle School Jazz Band, led Area. season (see attached schedule). tree lighting. at the Livermore Police Depart- by Lee Carpenter. ment and the law enforcement There is a $5 per vehicle community. Participants will be presented with a variety of topics, including patrol operations, communications, evidence collection, hiring and recruitment, traffic, animal control, laws of Special Services arrest, search and seizure, use Celebrate with Us of force, investigations, crime at Our Savior analysis, terrorism, ethical is- Celebrate Christmas sues, and many others. Lutheran Ministries! The sessions are designed so that participants are involved asking questions and doing Cedar Grove Community Church Dec. 24, 7 pm & 10 pm hands-on activities. A tour of Candlelight Christmas the police facility is included in Christmas Eve Services Eve Services the first session. There will also be opportunities for ride-a-longs 4:30 • 6:00 • 11:00 pm with patrol officers and sit-a- Childcare available at 4:30 & 6:00 pm Dec. 25, 10 am longs with police dispatchers. Festival Communion Service The program also includes a Sunday Services Range/SWAT day that will be on a Saturday or Sunday, date 9:00 & 10:45 am Dec. 31, 5:30 pm yet to be determined. 2021 College Avenue New Year’s Eve Worship Applications can be ob- 925-447-2351 tained at the front counter in www.cedargrove.org the lobby of the police station, Our Savior Lutheran Ministries by calling Supervising Public Safety Dispatcher Lesli Prado 1385 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore (925) 371-4936, by email, or 925.447.1246 | www.oslm.net by completing and downloading A Christian Family that is– the application at (http://www. Rooted in Grace, Growing in Faith, Serving with Joy cityoflivermore.net/citygov/ police/academy.asp). All applications must be submitted to Lesli Prado via email – lprado@ cityoflivermore.net by January 31, 2014 for consideration to attend the program.

Bird Count, Yule Log Hunt The 2013 Audubon Christ- mas Bird Count will take place in Livermore on Fri., Dec. 20. The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District ranger staff will lead the count. Join Ranger Patti Cole for the fifth annual Eastern Alameda County Christmas Bird Count. The Audubon Christmas Bird Count is likely the largest, longest-running citizen science activity in the world. Join for a morning at Sycamore Grove Park and an afternoon in Springtown. This is a full day of counting species and individual birds, starting with owls before sunrise and ending with wetland and grassland birds in the afternoon. You can volunteer for the full day or a part of the day. For more information or to sign up, please contact Ranger Patti at

LEGAL NOTICES 11501 Dublin Blvd, #200, Signature of Registrants business as: G. H. Bass & transact business under the 3579. Published December CAT G Enterprises, LLC, January 06, 2014 District’s Dublin, CA 94568, is hereby :s/: Annette J. Mifsud Co., 3338 Paragon Outlets fictitious business name(s) 12, 19, 26, 2013 January 5860 W. Las Positas Blvd #7, representative will call out the FOR INFORMATION registered by the following This statement was filed Dr., Livermore, CA 94551, listed above on 12/01/2004. 2, 2014. Pleasanton, CA 94566 designated time in the Zone PLACING LEGAL owner(s): with the County Clerk of is hereby registered by the Signature of Registrants FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This business is conducted 7 office lobby, stating that NOTICES Laarni Theresa Ricafort, Alameda on October 24, following owner(s): :s/: Wassim Suliman NAME STATEMENT by a Limited liability company the period for accepting Bids Call 925-243-8000 4281 Clarinbridge Circle, 2013. Expires October 24, AM Retail Group, Inc, 7401 This statement was filed FILE NO. 485579 The registrant began to is closed. The Bid opening FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Dublin, CA 94568 2018. Boone Ave. N., Brooklyn with the County Clerk of The following person(s) doing transact business under the will be in accordance with NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted The Independent Legal No. Park, MN 55428 Alameda on November 22, business as: CrossFit NST, fictitious business name(s) procedures set forth in Docu- FILE NO. 484750 by an Individual 3572. Published December This business is conducted 2013. Expires November 5860 W. Las Positas Blvd listed above on N/A. ment 00200 (Instructions to The following person(s) do- The registrant began to 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013. by a Corporation 22, 2018. #7, Pleasanton, CA 94566, Signature of Registrants Bidders). ing business as: Pleasanton transact business under the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The registrant began to The Independent Legal No. is hereby registered by the :s/: Channing Azzolino, Man- Ministerial Association, 6656 fictitious business name(s) NAME STATEMENT transact business under the 3577. Published December following owner(s): aging Member 3.CONTACT INFORMA- Alisal Street, Pleasanton, CA listed above on N/A. FILE NO. 485121 fictitious business name(s) 12, 19, 26, 2013 January West Las Positas Associates, This statement was filed TION. 94566, is hereby registered Signature of Registrants The following person(s) doing listed above on 11/4/2013. 2, 2014. LLC, 7077 Koll Center Pkwy with the County Clerk of Mailing address: by the following owner(s): :s/: Laarni Theresa Ricafort business as: Sweet Cakes Signature of Registrants FICTITIOUS BUSINESS #110, Pleasanton, CA 94566 Alameda on December 5, Zone 7 Water Agency Faith Chapel Assembly of This statement was filed Bake Shop, 388 Pearl Drive, :s/: Randon Q. Roland, Sr. NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted 2013. Expires December 100 North Canyons Parkway God Pleasanton, 6656 Alisal with the County Clerk of Livermore, CA 94550, is VP/CFO FILE NO. 485284 by a Limited liability company 5, 2018. Livermore, CA 94551 Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566 Alameda on November 15, hereby registered by the This statement was filed The following person(s) doing The registrant began to The Independent Legal No. This business is conducted 2013. Expires November following owner(s): with the County Clerk of business as: Diab & Suliman transact business under the 3582. Published December Project Manager: by a Corporation 15, 2018. (1)Katrina Agamau, 388 Alameda on November 14, DBA Wienerschnitzel Vasco, fictitious business name(s) 19, 26, 2013 January 2, 9, John Koltz, The registrant began to trans- The Independent Legal No. Pearl Drive, Livermore, CA 2013. Expires November 816 N. Vasco Rd, Liver- listed above on N/A. 2014. Senior Civil Engineer act business under the ficti- 3569. Published November 94550 (2)Archille Cuyle, 1736 14, 2018. more, CA 94551, is hereby Signature of Registrants FICTITIOUS BUSINESS tious business name(s) listed 28, December 5, 12, 19, William Moss Blvd., Stockton, The Independent Legal No. registered by the following :s/: Patrick J. O’Brien, Man- NAME STATEMENT Telephone: (925) 454-5067 above on 11/6/2013. 2013. CA 95206 3575. Published December owner(s): aging Member FILE NO. 485678 or (925) 454-5000 Fax: (925) 454-5726 Signature of Registrants FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This business is conducted 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013. (1)Wassim Suliman, 557 W. This statement was filed The following person(s) :s/: Richard J. Rogers by Co-partners Viento St, Mountain House, with the County Clerk of doing business as: Grafco E-mail: jkoltz@zone7water. NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS com This statement was filed FILE NO. 484931 The registrant began to NAME STATEMENT CA 95391 (2)Farouk Diab, Alameda on December 4, Mini Mart, 1309 Portola Ave, with the County Clerk of The following person(s) do- transact business under the 1107 W. March Ln, Stockton, 2013. Expires December Livermore, CA 94551, is FILE NO. 485424 4.DESCRIPTION OF THE Alameda on November 6, ing business as: Eye For fictitious business name(s) The following person(s) do- CA 95207 4, 2018. hereby registered by the 2013. Expires November listed above on N/A. This business is conducted The Independent Legal No. following owner(s): WORK. This project is to Design, 755 Rose Ave, Apt ing business as: Cheese have a well drilling contractor 6, 2018. #1, Pleasanton, CA 94566, Signature of Registrants Therapy, 1880 S. Livermore by a General partnership 3580. Published December Harbans Singh, 352 Green- for the Removal/replace- The Independent Legal No. is hereby registered by the :s/: Katrina Agamau, Owner Avenue, Livermore, CA The registrant began to 12, 19, 26, 2013 January park Way, San Jose, CA ment of a 600 HP, 5.8 mgd 3567. Published November following owner(s): This statement was filed 94550, is hereby registered transact business under the 2, 2014. 95136 well pump and up to ap- 28, December 5, 12, 19, Crystel Marie Squier, 755 with the County Clerk of by the following owner(s): fictitious business name(s) This business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS proximately 460 feet of 2013. Rose Ave, Apt #1, Pleasan- Alameda on November 18, Concannon Creek, LLC, listed above on 03/01/2009. by an Individual NAME STATEMENT pump column at the Mocho FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ton, CA 94566 2013. Expires November 1880 S. Livermore Avenue, Signature of Registrants FILE NO. 485586-7 The registrant began to 18, 2018. :s/: Wassim Suliman transact business under the 4 well. The Work for the Well NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted Livermore, CA 94550 The following person(s) do- Repair typically consists of: FILE NO. 484999 by an Individual The Independent Legal No. This business is conducted This statement was filed ing business as: (1)Intellifos, fictitious business name(s) The registrant began to 3573. Published December by a Limited liability company with the County Clerk of listed above on N/A. The following person(s) do- LLC (2)Intellifos, 333 Lloyd 1) Removal of the roof transact business under the 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013. The registrant began to Alameda on November 22, Signature of Registrants ing business as: Affinity for Street, Livermore, CA 94550, section above the pump- fictitious business name(s) transact business under the 2013. Expires November :s/: Harbans Singh Beauty and Wellness Spa, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS is hereby registered by the house, removal of the mo- listed above on 10/24/2008. fictitious business name(s) 22, 2018. This statement was filed 152 South K Street, Liver- NAME STATEMENT following owner(s): tor, motor base, discharge Signature of Registrants listed above on 11/13/2013. The Independent Legal No. with the County Clerk of more, CA 94550, is hereby FILE NO. 485157 Intellifos, LLC, 333 Lloyd head, pump column, pump, :s/: Crystel Squier Signature of Registrants 3578. Published December Alameda on December 6, registered by the following The following person(s) doing Street, Livermore, CA 94550 suction pipe, and other This statement was filed :s/: Teri Tith, Member 12, 19, 26, 2013 January 2013. Expires December owner(s): business as: The Hole Event, This business is conducted appurtenances, 2) video with the County Clerk of This statement was filed 2, 2014. 6, 2018. Water Over Rocks LLC, 3133 388 Pearl Drive, Livermore, by a Limited liability company recording of the well cas- Alameda on November 14, with the County Clerk of The Independent Legal No. Rodeo Lane, Livermore, CA CA 94550, is hereby reg- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The registrant began to ing and screens, 3) review/ 2013. Expires November Alameda on November 27, 3583. Published December 94550 istered by the following NAME STATEMENT transact business under the diagnosis of the pump 4) 14, 2018. 2013. Expires November 19, 26, 2013 January 2, 9, This business is conducted owner(s): FILE NO. 485193 fictitious business name(s) installation of the new well The Independent Legal No. 27, 2018. 2014. by a Limited liability company Katrina Agamau, 388 Pearl The following person(s) doing listed above on 01/01/2009. pump and portions of new 3570. Published November The Independent Legal No. The registrant began to trans- Drive, Livermore, CA 94550 business as: Advanced Acu- Signature of Registrants Advertisement for pump column and retainers 28, December 5, 12, 19, 3576. Published December act business under the ficti- This business is conducted puncture Centre, 1478 Sec- :s/: Jo Ellen Neuman, Man- Bids with existing pump column, 2013. 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013. tious business name(s) listed by an Individual ond Street, Livermore, CA ager and 5) well cleaning, dis- above on 10/1/2013. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The registrant began to FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 94550, is hereby registered This statement was filed 1.NOTICE. The ALAMEDA infection, and regulated Signature of Registrants NAME STATEMENT transact business under the NAME STATEMENT by the following owner(s): with the County Clerk of COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL disposal of discharge to :s/: Krista Bean, Owner/ FILE NO. 484332 fictitious business name(s) FILE NO. 485279 Jens Maassen, 1060 Bluebell Alameda on December 4, and WATER CONSERVA- the local creek. Manager The following person(s) doing listed above on 7/22/2008. The following person(s) doing Dr, Livermore, CA 94551 2013. Expires December TION DISTRICT, acting by This statement was filed business as: Cookie Express, Signature of Registrants business as: Diab & Suliman This business is conducted 4, 2018. and through its ZONE 7 Bidding Documents con- with the County Clerk of 2483 Bess Avenue, Liver- :s/: Katrina Agamau, Owner DBA Strings Italian Cafe, by an Individual The Independent Legal No. WATER AGENCY (“District”) tain the full description of Alameda on November 14, more, CA 94550, is hereby This statement was filed 2205 Las Positas Rd, Liver- The registrant began to trans- 3581. Published December hereby gives notice that it will the Work. The Engineer’s 2013. Expires November registered by the following with the County Clerk of more, CA 94551, is hereby act business under the ficti- 12, 19, 26, 2013 January accept Bids for construction estimate for this Contract is 14, 2018. owner(s): Alameda on November 19, registered by the following tious business name(s) listed 2, 2014. of the following public work: $105,000 - $145,000. The Independent Legal No. Annette Jo Mifsud, 2483 2013. Expires November owner(s): above on October 2007. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 3568. Published November Bess Avenue, Livermore, 19, 2018. (1)Wassim Suliman, 557 W. Signature of Registrants NAME STATEMENT DISTRICT PROJECT 5.CONTRACT TIME. Work 28, December 5, 12, 19, CA 94550 The Independent Legal No. Viento St, Mountain House, :s/: Jens Maassen FILE NO. 485645 NUMBER 234-14 for Mocho Well 4 shall be 2013. This business is conducted 3574. Published December CA 95391 (2)Farouk Diab, This statement was filed The following person(s) doing Mocho 4 Well Repair finally completed within 35 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by an Individual 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013. 1107 W. March Ln, Stockton, with the County Clerk of business as: THE QUAD, Project Days from the date when NAME STATEMENT The registrant began to FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA 95207 Alameda on November 19, 5860 W. Las Positas Blvd Contract Time commences FILE NO. 485067 transact business under the NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted 2013. Expires November #7, Pleasanton, CA 94566, 2.BID SUBMISSION. Dis- to run. The following person(s) do- fictitious business name(s) FILE NO. 484964 by a General partnership 19, 2018. is hereby registered by the trict will receive sealed Bids ing business as: Laafort, listed above on N/A. The following person(s) doing The registrant began to The Independent Legal No. following owner(s): no later than 2:00 p.m. on 6.REQUIRED CONTRAC- The Independent, DECEMBER 19, 2013 - PAGE 11

TOR’S LICENSE(S). Each 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- The Federal Fair Housing bidder is required to have a cats are available at Petsmart CSLB (2752). Unlicensed Act, Title VII of the Civil current California Class-57- in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, 155) NOTICES persons taking jobs less Rights Act of 1964, and state Well Drilling Contractor li- and Pet Extreme in Livermore than $500 must state in their law prohibit advertisements “NOTICE TO READERS: advertisements that they are cense to bid this Contract. from 12:00 to 4:00. For more California law requires that for housing and employment Joint ventures must secure information, call Terry at not licensed by the Contrac- that contain any preference, contractors taking jobs that tors State License Board.” a joint venture license prior (925)487-7279 or visit our total $500 or more (labor limitation or discrimination to award of this Contract. website at www.tvar.org and/or materials) be licensed REAL ESTATE based on protected classes, including race, color, reli- Removal, handling, and/ FERAL CAT FOUNDATION by the Contractors State Inland Valley gion, sex, handicap, familial or disposal of hazardous Cat & kitten adoptions now License Board. State law Publishing Co. status or national origin. materials may by law re- at the new Livermore Petco also requires that contractors Client Code:04126-00001 IVPC does not knowingly quire hazardous substance on Saturdays from 10:00AM include their license numbers Re: Legal Notice for accept any advertisements removal certification by the to 2:30PM. We have many on all advertising. Check your Classified Ads Contractor’s State License adorable, tame kittens that contractor’s status at www. that are in violation of the law. Board. have been tested for FIV & FELV, altered & vaccinated. 7.PREVAILING WAGE We also have adult cats & The successful Bid- LAWS. ranch cats for adoption. der must comply with all prevailing wage laws applicable EMPLOYMENT Selling Your Home to the Project, and related 56) ADULT CARE requirements contained in the Contract Documents. Independent Contractors Wanted Over the Holidays 8.VOLUNTARY PRE-BID Senior Home Health Care SITE VISIT. District will Must have experience By Cher Wollard conduct a Voluntary Pre- Senior Solutions, Inc Selling a house at this time of year can seem like a lot of Bid Site Visit at 10:00 a.m. (925)443-3101 on December 30, 2013 at trouble. There are parties, decorating, shopping and entertaining Zone 7 Water Agency, 100 BE WARY of out of area companies. Check with the to contend with. Who has time to keep the house “show ready” North Canyons Parkway, this time of year? Livermore, CA 94551. Any local Better Business Bureau Bidder wishing to investigate before you send money or In many parts of the country, selling a home in winter can be subsurface conditions at the fees. Read and understand a challenge – especially if you are still living in it. any contracts before you Site must schedule such a Dreary, cold weather and end-of-the-year holidays can keep visit with the District in accor- sign. Shop around for rates. dance with Document 00200 TO PLACE A buyers away. (Instructions to Bidders). CLASSIFIED AD But in the Bay Area, winters are generally mild. Yes, it’s been Call (925)243-8000 unusually cold the last few weeks, but nothing like the freezing 9.SUBSTITUTION OF SE- MERCHANDISE weather in the mountains or back East. CURITIES. District will per- mit successful Bidder to sub- 127) LOST/ FOUND And this year, housing inventory has been so low for so many stitute securities for retention LOST months, many buyers are still scrambling to find homes. monies withheld to ensure at Livermore Premium For a variety of reasons, this may be the perfect season for performance of Contract, Outlets as set forth in Document you to sell. 00680 (Escrow Agreement 2-carat Diamond Stud Marketing a home before the “official selling season” begins for Security Deposits in Lieu earring offers both advantages and concerns: of Retention), in accordance VERY important to owner • Low Inventory with California Public Con- REWARD tract Code, Section 22300. Fewer homes are put up for sale – and many sellers choose By this reference, Document Please call (319)759-9961 to take existing inventory off the market – at the end of the year, 00680 (Escrow Agreement Thank you in advance resulting in less competition. for Security Deposits in Lieu for your honesty. of Retention) is incorpo- This year marks an extreme of this general rule. A balanced rated in full in this Document Livermore market has about 250 residential properties on the 00100. Multiple Listing Service at any one time, and a typical December

10.PROCUREMENT OF market can plunge to fewer than half that number. BIDDING DOCUMENTS. As of the beginning of this week, we had a mere 75 Livermore Bidders may examine Bid- Professionals Choice properties on the MLS. ding Documents at the Dis- Buyers, many of whom have lost out to multiple bids on previ- trict’s offices. Bidders may obtain copies of Bidding Real Estate Directory ous homes, are still shopping. So homes that do come on to the Documents upon payment of market are quickly snatched up. a non-refundable fee of $35 Local guide to the Valley’s Leading Other Bay Area communities are seeing similar shortages. per set. Bidders may contact the District’s main phone Real Estate Professionals & Services That means this year you have a good shot at selling your number at (925) 454-5000 Livermore’s Top Producing home quickly, even over the holidays. to order Bidding Documents. Ivy • More Serious Buyers District will accept cash (ex- RealLivermore’s Estate AgentTop Producing 2012 Fracisco Realty Real Esate Agent 2012 Generally, there are fewer buyers out looking this time of year, act amount only), checks, IvyLivermore’swww.IvyLoGerfo.com Top Producing or money orders payable to & Investments Ivy but the ones who are tend to be serious about purchasing a home. Real www.IvyLoGerfo.comEstate Agent 2012 Livermore’s Top Producing the “Zone 7 Water Agency.” Residential • Commercial • Property Mgmt (925) 925998-5312 998-5312 Even in this tight market, that is likely to be the case.Ivy Bidding Documents need not www.IvyLoGerfo.com Real Estate Agent 2012 CalBRE#01267853 The folks touring properties and visiting open houses over the be returned to District. (925) 998-8131 925 998-5312 BRE #01267853 www.IvyLoGerfo.com www.MikeFracisco.com Mike Fracisco holidays are the folks who intend to buy now. Otherwise they 11.BID PREPARATION DRE #01378428 REALTOR® BRE #01267853 would be at Paragon Outlets or Stoneridge Mall, or spending 925 998-5312 COST. Bidders are solely GENE WILLIAMS time with their families. responsible for the cost of ® Mortgage Consultant, REALTOR Sandee Utterback • Decorations, Scents and Lighting BRE #01267853 preparing their Bids. (510) 390-0325 (888) 823-8315 CINDY WILLIAMS DRE#00855150 If you are living in the property, go ahead and add a little 12.RESERVATION OF CRS, GRI - REALTOR® WWW.SANDEEU.COM holiday spirit. You don’t have to deprive your family of the joy RIGHTS. District specifically (925) 243-0900 of the season just because your home is on the market. reserves the right, in its sole www.williamsteam.net discretion, to reject any or all Over Three Decades of Experience!!! “Specializing in Livermore’s Finest Homes” Days are short and sometimes overcast, so adding festive lights Bids, or re-bid, or to waive or other bright touches is nice. Just don’t overdo it. You don’t inconsequential deviations Gail Henderson want to overwhelm a potential buyer. from Bid requirements not Broker Associate, MPA Real Estate... involving time, price, or qual- Commercial • Residential A People Business If you’re not certain you have hit the right balance, consult ity of the Work. (925) 980-5648 with your Realtor. He or she may also recommend you meet with www.gailhenderson.com Experience, Honesty, Integrity a stager, who can suggest ways to make your property appealing The Independent CA DRE#01709171 to potential buyers. Legal No. 3584. Steve & Lorraine Published December 19, And, when you know buyers are coming to view the home, 26, 2013. Mattos either by appointment or during an open house, turn on the holi- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 925.426.7978 day lights along with the rest of the illumination in the house. A NAME STATEMENTMORTGAGE LOAN bright home is more appealing. 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He or she can put a The registrant began to (925) 963-9572 (925) 784-1169 DRE#01848451 transact business under the  [email protected][email protected] note on the MLS if a particular day or time is inconvenient for fictitious business name(s) www.loansbybarbara.comwww.lender4lifemichelle.com 101 E. Vineyard Ave    you. But try to be flexible. When your home is on the market, listed above on N/A. Mortgage Market, Inc. DUBLIN, CA DRE#0887562 / NMLS#287856 #103, Livermore, CA   you have to be prepared for showings. Signature of Registrants  :s/: Jennifer M. Vergen - Donna Garrison Perhaps a few scheduled open houses will work well for you Owner/CEO  (925) 980-0273 and your agent. Believe it or not, successful open houses can be This statement was filed  Susan Schall with the County Clerk of held even on the weekends around Christmas and New Year’s. Alameda on December 9, (925) 519-8226 You may not get huge numbers of visitors, but those who come 2013. Expires December Search Tri-Valley Homes for Sale at 9, 2018. www.FabulousProperties.net are likely to be serious buyers. The Independent Legal No. CA LIC#’s: 01735040, 01713497 • Seasonal Marketing Plans 3585. Published December If you are just now going on the market, your agent will con- 19, 26, 2013 January 2, 9, 2014. sider time of year when calculating the right price point for your property. Either way, he or she will compare your home with FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT similar homes sold in the last few months. FILE NO. 485382 If your home has been on the market for several months, it's The following person(s) do- probably time to change your sales approach. ing business as: A Beautiful Gathering, 1826 Broadmoor Your asking price may be too high for current conditions. St., Livermore, CA 94551, If the marketing materials your agent created – flyers, websites, is hereby registered by the etc. -- show your home in full summer bloom, ask that they be “THE BEST Realtor I have Ever Dealt With!” -K. Cahill following owner(s): updated to include a few more recent shots. This doesn’t mean Amanda Bea Gagliardi, 1826 “Completely Honest & Candid.” -B. Lindemann do away with those sunny-day photographs with green trees and Broadmoor St., Livermore, “Exceeded all Our Expectations.” CA 94551 -Beth O’Conner bright flowers, just add a little holiday spirit to the mix. This business is conducted “Top of the Line Professionalism.” • Stepping in from the Cold, Wind and Rain by an Individual -C. Cowgill The registrant began to Staying on top of winter maintenance and chores is vital. transact business under the Kathleen & Keep the gutters and walkways clear of leaves. Make sure the fictitious business name(s) Larry Waelde furnace is in working order, then keep the house at a comfortable listed above on 10/01/2013. Cindy Greci Dominic Greci Associate Brokers temperature. Stepping from the blustery winds outside into a Signature of Registrants REALTOR®, GRI REALTOR®, GRI :s/: Amanda Bea Gagliardi Direct (925) 321-3169 cozy house makes a good first impression for potential buyers. (925) 784-1243 (925) 525-0864 This statement was filed BRE#01323804 BRE#01707140 Mobile (925) 216-5869 Put a mat out and maybe an umbrella stand, so visitors don’t with the County Clerk of www.kathleenwaelde.com track water on the carpet in inclement weather. Alameda on November 26, Gravelle Group Fine Homes & Estates 2013. Expires November Your agent may provide signage asking folks to remove their 26, 2018. www.GreciGroup.com Free Moving Van! shoes or wear special booties when they tour the house, especially The Independent Legal No. on rainy days. 3586. Published December 19, 26, 2013 January 2, 9, reserved for your ad, Most buyers are used to this by now and understand the need 2014. to keep carpets beautiful in the home they may buy! ANIMALS call 243-8001 for Take yourself on a tour of the house. 2) CATS/ DOGS (925) 337-2461 additional information Is it warm, inviting and uncluttered? Are all repairs completed? [email protected] ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for Buyers will see what you see, through even more critical eyes. www.PamCole4Homes.com adoption information contact If you do decide to put your home on the market now, talk to Valley Humane Society at your Realtor. (925)426-8656. Tammy Yau & Steven Wang, CPA Real Estate & Property He or she can help you determine the best sales plan for your Adopt a new best friend: individual property. A property that is comfortable, attractive and TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal DRE#01254257 Management Services priced appropriately can sell even in the winter months. Rescue, offers animals for (925) 583-3086 / (408) 309-8920 adoption every Saturday Cher Wollard is a Realtor with and Sunday, excluding most CaGoldenProperties.com Prudential California Realty, Livermore. holidays. On Saturdays from BRE#01260501 / BRE#01368485 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are available at the Pleasanton Farmers Market at W. An- gela and First Streets. Two To Place Your Ad, Call Your Account locations will showcase cats only: Petsmart in Dublin from Representative At (925) 243-8001 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet Extreme in Livermore from PAGE 12 - The Independent, DECEMBER 19, 2013 Del Valle High School Adds Culinary Academy Over the last many meeting as a means to pre- emy talked about its impacts. idea gained such popularity and apply what they have class on a regular basis. It is months, with support from pare students for life beyond Conor Kordes declared, that the kitchen is at full learned while working in the wonderful to see them take the Livermore Valley Joint high school. “I have learned a lot in the capacity with cookies being school district commercial on new responsibilities and Unified School District They pointed to the culinary class and when I go baked and delivered each kitchen. Students are posi- work together as a team to (LVJUSD) Board of Educa- collaboration, creativity, into the culinary field, I will day through December 18. tive, engaged, and attend accomplish a goal." tion, Del Valle High School communication and critical have a great head start." Dianne Russell, Culinary has incorporated an on- thinking that are 21st Centu- Devon Maldonado stated, Academy teacher, stated, campus Culinary Academy, ry skills that employers seek “The Del Valle culinary “This new class provides serving students with an ad- and can be taught to students class has inspired me to cook students an opportunity to ditional educational option. through this academy. “The dishes I had never thought learn basic cooking tech- Principal Darrel Avilla, goal of the Culinary Acade- possible. It is really a fun niques and food service Culinary Arts teacher Di- my is to provide our students learning class”. skills, build confidence, anne Russell, and Director with a hands-on approach Tyler Cockerham added, of Campus Catering Barbara to developing entry level “This class helped me figure Lee, presented the idea for skills in the food service out what I would like to Del Valle High School to the profession. Participation in do with my future. I have Board, LVJUSD staff and the Academy will develop learned basic cooking in a the community at a board self-confidence, self-worth commercial kitchen, prac- and a sense of completion," ticed sanitation and safety stated Avilla. rules and earned my food Del Valle Continuation handler's card." MUSEUM High School as an alterna- Students complete (continued from page one) tive school, serves approxi- the Academy with the genocides. The exhibition mately 150 students from the "ServSafe" food handlers describes the horrors that Livermore Valley Joint Uni- certification and skills that the survivors experienced fied School District. Most will make them employable in Europe during the Ho- students who attend Del in the culinary field. The locaust and how they then Valle are looking for a differ- academy will offer a cater- came to the United States to ent approach to education. ing component that will keep create meaningful lives and Del Valle offers students a the program sustained and contribute to society in their smaller school population, self-sufficient. adopted country. smaller class sizes, staff The Academy is currently Survivor Frank Roubicek who know students on an selling holiday cookies to shares, “The horror years individual basis, and pro- LVJUSD employees as a of the wartime taught me grams that connect students fundraiser for the purchase how to appreciate the basic to the school. of new student chef jack- values of life and to fully Students who are taking ets. The sugar cookies are appreciate the good things part in the Culinary Acad- decorated and wrapped. The it has to offer.” Museum on Main hopes the addition of local stories will help to bring an even more personal perspective to the exhibition. Those who have a story or know someone who has a story to share, please contact Museum on Main, education@museumonmain.org. For more information on the exhibition visit www.museumonmain. org or phone Museum on Main at (925) 462-2766. iscover the amazing secrets of a Mediterranean chef! The Museum on Main is Join us in a joyous celebration of Mediterranean fusion located at 603 Main Street in Din downtown Livermore. We’ve paired culinary excel- historic downtown Pleasan- lence with the best service in town to create the ultimate dining ton. It is open to the public experience. Highlighted by fresh local ingredients and seasonal Tuesday through Saturday tastes, our menu boasts an exquisite selection of regional favor- from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ites from the Middle East, North Africa, and Southern Europe. and Sunday from 1:00 – 4:00 Featuring exotic meat entrees, vegetarian/vegan favorites, celiac p.m. For more information and special diet needs, and an 85% gluten-free menu. about current exhibits and programs, visit the Mu- seum’s web site at www. museumonmain.org or call (925)462-2776. 1770 First Street, Livermore (925) 243-1477 www.casbahexotic.com

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January Brings Shows Paying Tribute to Rock Legends

Ricky Nelson's twin sons, Matthew and Gunnar, relive the music and memories of their father in a multi-media concert event. Ricky Nelson Remembered Jim Anderson as Elvis Presley. Ricky Nelson is the only Ricky Nelson Remem- Featuring hit songs like in 1986, Ricky Nelson died artist to have a No. 1 song, bered is live at Pleasan- “Hello Mary Lou,” “Poor in a plane crash. His legacy No. 1 movie, and No. 1 TV ton’s Firehouse Arts Center Little Fool,” “Travelin’ includes 53 hit singles on show in the same week. on Friday, January 10, at Man,” “I’m Walkin’,” “I the Billboard Hot 100, Celebrating Elvis Presley’s Life Magazine coined the 8:00 p.m. Reserved seating Gotta Feeling,” “Teenage and nineteen other top-ten phrase “Teen Idol” after tickets are $40-$50, and Idol,” “Garden Party” and hits. Nelson is one of the Birthday Weekend him. He is credited with can be purchased online at many more, RNR show- biggest-selling artists of pioneering the country rock www.firehousearts.org, by cases his life with never- all time, a Golden Globe Pleasanton’s Firehouse birthday weekend, the sound. Rock ‘n Roll Hall calling 925-931-4848, and before-seen interviews winner for his performance Arts Center kicks off its Firehouse presents two big of Famer Ricky Nelson’s in person at the Box Office, from artists he influenced, alongside John Wayne in 2014 programming with shows, Saturday January life and music touched 4444 Railroad Avenue, including Paul McCartney Rio Bravo, and a member the welcome return of Jim 4 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, millions; his twin sons, Pleasanton. Box Office and Chris Isaak. Matthew of the Rockabilly Hall of Anderson & The Rebels, January 5 at 2 p.m. multi-platinum record- hours are Wednesday - and Gunnar’s musical Fame. back by popular demand From “Heartbreak ing artists Matthew and Friday 12:00 noon-6:00pm event is heartfelt and full With “Nelson,” Mat- with their hit “Early Elvis” Hotel” and “Hound Dog," Gunnar Nelson, relive the and Saturdays 10:00am- of laughter. thew and Gunnar’s pop music and memories in 4:00pm, and two hours On his way to perform rock band, the two identi- Tribute Show. Celebrat- to “Don’t Be Cruel” and their multi-media event. prior to the performance. a New Year’s Eve concert (continued on page 7) ing Elvis Presley’s 79th (continued on page 7) 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 Enchanting Production of 'The Nutcracker' Playing at the Bankhead Theater By Carol Graham among the most recogniz- One reason for this is an might be surprised to know He died under mysteri- able, beautiful and beloved increased number of male that it also increases focus, ous circumstances far too in history, from his robust dancers. organization, planning and young, at 53. 1812 Overture to his endur- “This year I had to critical thinking skills. The His life had been ing ballets - Swan Lake, choreograph a version of whole brain gets a workout punctuated by personal The Sleeping Beauty, and the Russian dance that in- from the combination of crises and depression. Early The Nutcracker. cluded two males instead of creative movement, cho- separation from his mother Now playing at Liver- only one,” added Newman. reographed rigidity, music to attend boarding school more’s Bankhead Theater, “That was when we found interpretation and struc- caused emotional trauma. The Nutcracker is per- out that I could jump over tured counting.” Her death when he was 14 formed with lyrical beauty dancer Madison Burgess’s While The Nutcracker is resulted in lifelong mourn- by the talented dancers of head. That was certainly famous for its breathtaking ing; he called this loss the the Valley Dance Theatre a surprising discovery for Snow Queen, dazzling Sug- crucial event that shaped (VDT), the Tri-Valley’s everyone, even myself! We ar Plum Fairy and charm- his life. premiere ballet company simply had to put that in ing Clara, it’s nice to see He was educated as a for more than three de- the show.” that this year’s production civil servant, graduating at cades. With a confluence of One of the most exciting celebrates the men who add 19 with the rank of titular mesmerizing choreography, aspects of The Nutcracker magic to the story - from counselor, a low rung on opulent sets, glamorous is its blending of classi- the dashing Herr Drossel- the civil servant ladder. Al- costumes and lovely light- cal ballet with elements meyer, to the talented con- though he attended music ing, The Nutcracker has be- of other styles of dance, ductor of the Livermore- classes at the Mikhailovsky come a favorite Tri-Valley including the athleticism of Amador Symphony, Bob Palace in St. Petersburg, Christmastime tradition. Russian dance, the playful- Williams - to the inimitable his early successes were “The Valley Dance ness of Chinese dance, and genius who never gave up, infrequent, won only with Theatre’s production is a the hypnotic languor of Tchaikovsky. tremendous effort. For fi- full, two-hour show filled Arabian dance. The Nutcracker opened nancial reasons, he consid- with professional qual- “There are ten men on December 14, with ered continuing to pursue a ity dancing and orchestral dancing significant roles upcoming performances career in civil service. accompaniment,” said in The Nutcracker this on Friday, Dec. 20 at 7 pm; For the millions of performer Ted Newman. year,” said Newman. “The Saturday, Dec. 21 at both younger, can be purchased or the Harmony Fusion people enchanted by his “While much of the show number has been increas- 2 and 7 pm; and Sunday, online at www.livermore- Chorus, an a cappella, four- work each Christmas, it’s a remains true to previous ing over the past few years, Dec. 22, also at both 2 and performingarts.org, or by part harmony women’s good thing he didn’t. years, quite a few pieces which is great for every- 7 pm. phone at (925)373-6800. chorus. Pyotr Ilyich Tchai- have been completely re- one because men have the Tickets, which cost $24 Preceding each show is The Bankhead Theater kovsky’s compositions are choreographed this year.” chance to dance, and more - $38 for adults and $18 a performance by the Can- is located at 2400 First women are able to have for students aged 17 and tabella Children’s Chorus Street, Livermore. someone be their partner, to lift and support them in the pieces.” Newman attributes this increase to the popularity of dance-related TV shows like Dancing With the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, and America’s Best Dance Crew. “Dance is an incredibly applicable activity. Not only is it the second best form of full body aerobic exercise after swimming, but it also helps with many other aspects of the brain and body,” said Newman. “While it’s clear that dancing helps improve balance, coordination, flexibility and range of movement, people Photos - Doug Jorgensen Scenes from this year's "Nutcracker" performed at the Bankhead Theater in Livermore. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 3

Celebrate The eason SValley Dance Theatre with Livermore-Amador Symphony The Nutcracker dec 20 at 7pm 21,22 at 2 & 7pm Will Durst Comedy Show Big Fat Year End Kiss Off XXI friday dec 27 at 8pm New Year’s Eve Party! Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm Kings tuesday dec 31 at 8pm

Big Fat Year End Comedy XXI comes to the Bankhead Theater in Livermore at 8 p.m. Fri., Dec. 27. Pictured are Mari Magalori, Debi Durst, Johnny Steele, Will Durst and Michael Bossier; not pictured Arthur Gaus and John Boehner. The theater is located at 2400 First St., Livermore. Tickets are available at the box office, online at www.bankheadtheater.org or by calling 373-6800. Photo - Mark Doneza New Annual Year End Comedy Show Year’s Eve Takes Aim at Almost Everything Package The Big Fat Year stand up comedy, im- dy show. Some language Show in the early 2000s. End Kiss Off Comedy provisation and loosely may not be suitable for Debi is an established for Two Show is celebrating its written sketches about younger audiences. This Bay Area comedian Only Twenty First Year of the news highlights of the is a PG-13 rated show. who’s opened for every- $299 bringing laughter to entire year. Presenting “comedy one from George Carlin the masses in the week Joining Will Durst is for people who read, to her husband, Will. between Christmas and Pittsburgh native Johnny or know someone who Michael is a comedi- Gourmet four-course dinner New Year’s. Big Fat Steele, the improvisation does,” Will makes a an. Mari is a member of & bottle of Livermore Valley wine at Sanctuary Ultra Lounge Year End Comedy XXI duo of Debi Durst and point of puncturing the the sketch comedy troupe Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm will be presented at the Michael Bossier, Mari pomposity of sacred Comedy Noir. Arthur is Kings performance at the Bankhead Theater Bankhead Theater in Magaloni, and Arthur cows on both sides of the a stand-up comedian and with a Champagne and dessert post-show reception Livermore on Fri., Dec. Gaus. Together they are aisle. He is a five-time actor. 27 at 8 p.m. a traveling show bring- Emmy nominee and a The Bankhead The- Overnight stay at Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham, Helmed by comedian ing yucks to the masses, regular commentator for ater is located at 2400 bottle of Livermore Valley Wine, hot buffet breakfast and more! Will Durst, it is a show much like Bob Hope and audible.com, CNN, and First Street in downtown that travels the Bay his Holiday Christmas NPR. Livermore. call 925.373.6800 click www.bankheadtheater.com Area during that week, Tours. Johnny is known to Tickets are available come by 2400 First Street / Livermore presenting a show that is The show is approxi- many Bay Area folks as at the box office, on-line written by the cast just mately two and one-half the host of the Live 105 at www.bankheadtheater. before the end of the hours long, with one Morning Radio Show org or by calling 373- Christmas season. It is a intermission after the first in the late 1990s and 6800. night of hilarity, offering hour. This is a live come- co-host of KRON’s The 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 Gift Wrap for a Cause at Stoneridge Mall Annual fundraiser aims once-in-a-lifetime camp to raise funds for terminally experience at no cost to their and chronically ill children families. At camp, kids meet The Taylor Family Foun- other children with similar dation’s 4th Annual Holiday conditions, learn to live Gift Wrapping fundraiser is with their disease and make scheduled through Christ- lasting friendships. Children mas Eve at Stoneridge Mall are given the opportunity to in Pleasanton. just be kids without worry- Join TTFF and have gifts ing about medicine, doctors, wrapped for a great cause. surgeries and other difficult In exchange for a $5 dona- life circumstances. tion per gift, TTFF will wrap In addition to funding C.O. McCauley and Sam Pierstorff will read work. holiday gifts. The gift wrap camp programs, TTFF con- station will be located on the tinues their commitment first floor of the Stoneridge to providing financial and Mall near Santa Claus and living with life-threatening skin disease, Crohn’s & coli- emotional support for chil- Two Poets Featured at directly across from the Ann and chronic illnesses, de- tis, diabetes, brain tumors, dren and families in the Taylor store. Volunteers will velopmental disabilities and autism and other chronic community who are in des- be wrapping from 11am- youth at-risk through unique and critical illnesses. Since perate need. Too often, when Ravenswood' Reading 9pm daily. therapeutic experiences and its inception in 1990, TTFF a child falls seriously ill, the entire family becomes Proceeds from the fun- support. has helped more than 45,000 children and 75,000 parents ill and infrastructures begin Poetry at Ravenswood will launch the new year on Jan. draiser support The Tay- TTFF facilitates more to crumble. TTFF continues 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. lor Family Foundation’s than 30 summer and week- by providing respite and to support these families in Featured poets will be Sam Pierstorff and C.O. Mc- (TTFF) mission to preserve end camp sessions at Camp unique camp opportunities. their time of need. Cauley. the wellness and enhance Arroyo, a safe haven and Each year, TTFF is able For more information, The guest poets will read at 2 p.m. followed by an open the quality of life for chil- exciting experience for chil- to provide 3,000 children please visit www.ttff.org or mic after a short break. dren in Northern California dren living with HIV/AIDS, with what is sadly often a call (925) 455-5118. Sam Pierstorff received his MFA in poetry from CSU Long Beach and soon became the youngest Poet Laureate in California when he was selected to the position in 2004 by the city of Modesto where he teaches English at Modesto Dublin Taking Nominations for Citizens of Year Awards Junior College. He is the editor of Quercus Review Press and creator of The Ill List Poetry Slam. His debut poetry The City of Dublin is 1st-12th grade. relevance and importance prize, and a $300 donation collection, Growing Up in Someone Else’s Shoes, was now accepting nominations Nominations for the to the Dublin community; will be given to each of the published by World Parade Books in 2010. He is currently for the 2013 Citizen of the awards are based on five es- time and effort spent; and Citizen and Young Citizen working on a new collection of epistolary poems, writing Year, Young Citizen of the tablished criteria: the Dublin challenge(s) in accomplish- of the Year’s favorite non- a YA novel, and training to be a ninja warrior. Year, and Organization of Pride – Integrity in Action ing the activity/project. profit organization. C. O. McCauley is an actor, singer/songwriter and poet. the Year. Program’s ten characteris- All nominees will be Nominations can be A retired Naval aviator and banking executive, he is a two- These awards recognize tics (i.e. Responsibility, Re- recognized at the Volunteer completed online at the outstanding individuals and spectfulness, Caring, Giv- Recognition Event to be held City’s website, www.dublin. time Grand Prize winner in the Ina Coolbrith poetry contests, groups who have contrib- ing, Positive Attitude, Trust- at the Shannon Community ca.gov/vre, or by calling the and his work has appeared in Barbaric Yawp, Blue’s Cuzio uted to the quality of life in worthiness, Cooperation, Center on Wednesday, Feb- City Clerk’s Office at (925) Cafe, Smoking Poet, Voices in Wartime, Blue Unicorn Dublin in 2013. The Young Doing One’s Best, Honesty, ruary 19, 2014, where the 833-6650. The nomination and Subliminal Intentions. Much of his work is about the Citizen of the Year recog- and Self-Discipline); origi- winners will be announced. deadline is Friday, January Vietnam War. His chapbooks in-clude, Apache Tango and nizes the volunteer service nality and uniqueness of The Organization of the Year 17, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. West of Eden, and he is the frontman for the rockabilly of a Dublin youth in the the activity/project; overall will receive a $500 cash band, Collateral Damnnage. Admission is $5. Light refreshments will be served. Ravenswood Historic Site is located at 2657 Arroyo Road, Livermore. Look for the sign. For information, contact Connie Post at [email protected] or 925- Tickets Available for Rajun Cajun Fund-raising Event 323-0884 . Early bird tickets are Tickets are $105 per per- therapiesfoundation.org. for complementary healing available now for Ragin' son. After December 24, the Be ready to enjoy music, services during the course of Cajun, the annual fund- price goes up to $125. dancing, dinner, live and their chemo and/or radiation Artistic Table in Livermore raiser event for the Sandra This annual dinner/dance silent auctions, and more. therapy that are not covered Artistic Edge is opening a new store Artistic Table. It J. Wing Healing Therapies takes place Friday, March The Foundation is a non- by insurance. is open on limited basis while waiting for food and liquor Foundaion. 7 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. profit organization that pro- The Sandra J. Wing Heal- licenses. A grand opening is planned in 2014. The evengin includes mu- at Casa Real at Ruby Hill vides cancer patients in the ing Therapies Foundation is Artistic Table, featuring artisan food products, is open sic, dancing, dinner, live and Winer. To purchase tickets East Bay Tri-Valley area a 100% volunteer organiza- for retail sales only on Saturday and Sunday through the silent auctions, and more. online, go to www.healing- with financial assistance tion month of December. It is located at 56 South Livermore Ave.

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By Sarah Bobson Humane Telephones Society I’m zipping along in my ing out at the gym, to see my machine, though, was, work, I noticed I had Has Wish car when the first few bars a map of where I am or to I believe, unique. At that about 10 messages on my of Beethoven’s 9th begin navigate to a location, find time, I had a very special machine. I became very List to play. I look down at my restaurants or movies or older friend who had been excited, hoping that many cell phone nestled in the shops, to use as a calcula- in show business. His name or all of them were from cup holder. I activate the tor and a stopwatch, to take was Will Jordan. He had an ardent admirer. When I speaker phone and take the still pictures and videos made a name for himself played back the first mes- incoming call. and then send them almost in the 50s by appearing on sage, though, I heard only In the 60s, the idea that instantaneously to whom- the Ed Sullivan Show and laughter. On the second a telephone could be the ever, to surf the Internet, impersonating the iconic message, a man said some- size of a person’s palm and to check the stock market, M.C. himself. Will was thing to the effect: “Ethel, fit into a cup holder or a and to communicate with the first, in fact, to do that. come over here and listen woman’s purse or a man’s people via text messages All impersonators who to this.” On the third mes- shirt pocket was inconceiv- and emails. came after him imperson- sage, I heard more laugh- able. We had big, bulky, While I enjoy all of ated his rendition of Ed ter and a woman’s voice usually black square- these modern functions, I Sullivan. Will had the saying, “That’s great.” shaped home phones the really appreciate voice mail uncanny ability, without The other messages were Reportedly, all the kitties and puppies at the Valley Hu- size of half a shoe box, and and the fact that I don’t having to resort to makeup either variations of this or mane Society (VHS) have been very good this year, and are they weren’t portable. For have to be stuck at home or props, but by simply hang-ups. The next night, I hoping Santa Claws will bring them something from their wish list. Items help reduce VHS's operating costs, and one thing, they weighed waiting for an important changing his expression had 20 such calls, none of allow the organization to focus monetary donations where and facial muscles and the too much. For another, they phone call. When I was them, I’m sorry to say, for they are most needed. were permanently attached in my 20s, I didn’t want tone of his voice, to look me. I finally had to replace Items can be delivered to VHS and placed under the to the wall by a black wire. to miss a single call from and sound like any number Will’s wonderful imperson- giving tree in the lobby any time Tuesday through Saturday Only the phone company a young man I happened of prominent people in ation with my own boring from 10 am to 4 pm or Sunday from 11 am to 2 pm. could install and uninstall to be interested in. I’d show business and politics, message. The wish list includes the following items: them. It wasn’t until the sit home nights, waiting, including Groucho Marx, The fact that a telephone • Frontline or Advantage flea control (new/unopened) 70s that portable, modular afraid that if I weren’t there Charles Laughton, Charles would actually become a • Kuranda beds (large) phones came into exis- when he called he might Boyer, Robert Mitchum, mini-computer 40 years • Dog harnesses (x-small/small) tence. You could use them think either that I wasn’t and President Dwight later was unthinkable back • Peanut butter for dog treats (creamy/smooth only) in several rooms simply interested or that I had an- Eisenhower, to name a few. in the 60s, when most of us • Kitty litter by unplugging them from other boyfriend, and he’d It was Will who came didn’t even have personal • Wet kitten food: “Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s a wall jack in one room move on. up with the idea to imper- computers. We now live in Soul” and re-plugging them in a Those were the days sonate President Richard an age that is complex and • Gerber brand baby food, poultry flavor (pure chicken wall jack in another room. before the first answering Nixon on my outgoing sophisticated and offers or turkey not blended with veggies ) Along with this variability machine hit the market, message. It went some- many conveniences. But I • KMR brand kitten formula came fancy, even pretty, which I believe was called thing like this: “Hello, think something is missing. • Cat toys: catnip pillows, mice & balls - no feathers or light-weight, oblong- the Record-a-Call. It was Sarah is not in right now, Perhaps it’s the mystery external bells, please shaped models, such as the a heavy, clunky box you but if you will leave your and the charm. Now I’m • Cat treats Princess and the Trimline, attached to your phone. name and number and the reachable immediately, • Stainless steel cat food dishes which came in different It held two cassette tapes best times to reach you, 24/7, anywhere in the • Stainless steel litter pans (large size) • Paper towels colors. inside: One contained your I promise this tape will world, provided, of course, • Automatic dishwasher tablets not be erased.” This was The biggest differ- outgoing message on an that there’s a Wi-Fi con- • Washing machine detergent for an HD washer (must ence, of course, was that endless loop that played for in the 70s, after the 1972 nection and the battery’s say HD) back then phones were 30- or 45 seconds, and the Watergate Hotel break-in charged. And, I no longer • Swiffer refill pads (wet) used only to make calls, other recorded the messag- and ensuing scandal, and have to wait a whole day • Sponges a concept anyone under es that people left. Outgo- the mystery of missing por- to get that special call. But • Hand sanitizer 15 might find downright ing messages were pretty tions of tapes that President the anticipation’s gone of • Ziplock baggies (sandwich size) prehistoric. Today, I can much the same as they are Nixon supposedly recorded thinking about what might • Humidifier use my phone in multiple today on voicemail. You in the Oval Office. be, and then experiencing • White copy paper ways: to access messages left a short greeting and It took no more than a the excitement of arriving • Gift Cards to purchase supplies: ACE Hardware, Costco, from voice mail, to find out then instructed the caller to day or two for me to start home at the end of the day Gas gift cards, Home Depot, JoAnn Craft Store, Office Max, the weather, to play video leave his or her name and seeing the unexpected and dashing to the phone to Pet food Express, Petco, Petsmart, or Safeway games, to read or listen to a number and the best times results of that outgoing see if the red light is blink- Valley Humane Society is located at 3670 Nevada Street book, to listen to music or to reach him or her. message. One evening ing that I have a message, in Pleasanton. For information, call (925) 426-8656 or go to lectures while I’m work- The message I had on after returning home from or two, or three. . . . www.valleyhumane.org 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 7

Photos courtesy of Don Wentz Rotarian Foundation of Livermore Hosts Annual Holiday Party by Kathy Coyle the tables and doorways. Brightly covered tables were laden children squealed with laughter and delight, completely On December 8, The Barn in Livermore was filled with with food for snacking. enthralled by their elf-like costumes and personalities. the sights and sounds of the holidays, as 175 children, aged The doors opened at 1:45 and the hall quickly filled up Santa arrived to the delight of all in attendance. As the from 1 month to 10 years, enjoyed an afternoon of song, food with families. The tiny guests were treated to face paint- guests left for home, many asleep in their parents’ arms, and entertainment. The Rotarian Foundation of Livermore ing and balloon creations, while they snacked and played, they received a brightly colored tote bag filled with special hosted its fourth annual event, continuing its history of sup- eagerly anticipating Santa’s arrival from the North Pole. gifts for the holidays. porting programs for youth in the Livermore community. “Sparkles the Elf and Ravioli” entertained the entire The party was supported by local businesses, Rotarians, The children arrived to find the gaily decorated hall. afternoon, with slapstick, riddles and funny tricks and then Interact Clubs, Amelia’s Sock nonprofit, CAPE Head Start Holiday music was playing and festive greenery adorned entertained everyone with a comedy/magic show! The and volunteers.

RICKY NELSON ELVIS PRESLEY (continued from front page) (continued from front page) cal twins reached an un- the Rain.” “Jailhouse Rock,” the show the last two years at the reaction was so positive ered “dangerous," this precedented achievement According to the event will be full of the songs Firehouse in record-break- that Jim was immediately show will take you back in 1990 with their self- website, www.RickyNel- that keep the legend alive. ing time, the five-member booked for several small in time and introduce the penned No. 1 hit “(Can’t sonRemembered.com, Along with his band The group has been touted venues. The venues contin- songs that changed the Live Without Your) Love Matthew and Gunnar Rebels, each a talented by lifelong Elvis fans as, ued to grow larger and he direction of music forever. and Affection,” cementing “learned from their grand- the Nelson family as the parents Ozzie and Harriet solo musician in his own “The most authentic tribute became an opening act for Tickets are $15, $20, only family history with at an early age that the right, Jim Anderson will to early Elvis Presley to such renowned names as: $25; child $12; senior $22; three successive genera- Nelsons are not in the en- recreate the sound, the date.” Jim is not an ‘Elvis The Platters, The Coasters, group discounts available. tions of No.1 hit-makers, tertainment business; they songs, and the memories Impersonator’. He is, The Isley Brothers, and the Tickets can be pur- which also won them a are in the connection busi- of Elvis Presley, and join however, thought by many “Ragin’ Cajun” himself, chased online at www. listing in the Guinness ness. Whether it is swap- together with the crowds in to be the best interpreter of Doug Kershaw. firehousearts.org, by call- Book of World Records ping stories after a concert Memphis and fans all over Elvis’ early music today. For those who had the ing the 925-931-4848, and along with dad Ricky with their fans or writing a the world to say ‘Happy According to Anderson, opportunity to see and in person at the Box Office, and grandparents Ozzie new song, for Matthew and Birthday, Elvis!’ he began performing in hear Elvis Presley in the 4444 Railroad Avenue, and Harriet. The siblings’ Gunnar it’s just the family Vocalist Jim Anderson 1986 while in high school first half of his career, this Pleasanton. soaring harmonies and way.” penchant for crafted song The Firehouse Arts has made a big name for after being coerced by his show will bring back great Box Office hours are hooks resulted in four addi- Center is located at 4444 himself with his tribute football buddies. After memories. Wednesday - Friday 12:00 tional Top 40 songs. They Railroad Avenue in down- to the early years (1954- about 6 words of “Love For those who never noon-6:00pm and Satur- dominated MTV in the town Pleasanton. Media: 1966) and early hits of Me Tender," to his surprise, had the opportunity to see days 10:00am-4:00pm, early 1990s and would go Jane Onojafe, jonojafe@ Elvis Presley. he received a screaming Elvis when his brand of and two hours prior to the on to sell over 3.5 million cityofpleasantonca.gov, or Selling out most venues, standing ovation and could rock ‘n’ roll was consid- performance. copies of their debut “After 925-931-4855 including their appearances barely hear the music. The 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Classes at the Figurehead Gallery: and easels. Open to all artists. WINERY EVENTS and his long-time backing band Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Livermore Art Association Gallery, Figure Open Studio: Long Pose, on Professional artist models (nude). Wine Wednesdays, Livermore Valley The Tennessee Three. Saturday, Company, Jan. 31, 8 p.m. Dough- located in the Carnegie Building, the Third Saturday of the month No instructor. Students under 18 wineries will be hosting "Wine December 21 for two shows: 2:00 erty Valley Performing Arts Center, offers art classes, unusual gifts, 12/21, 1/18, 2/15, 3/15, 4/19, need written parental permission Wednesdays" each Wednesday p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Tickets are 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. painting rentals, art exhibits and 5/17, 6/21 with Jacob Hankinson, to attend. Cost $20 per session. through October. One featured win- $15-$25; child, senior, and group www.sanramonperformingarts. information pertaining to the art Ozell Hudson, or Carolyn Lord. Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th ery will be open from 5 to 8 p.m. to discounts available. Tickets online com or 973-3343. field, 2155 Third St., Livermore. 9 am –1 pm. $30. Painting the St., Livermore. Coffee, tea and help guests "wine-down" from the at www.firehousearts.org, (925) The gallery has been open since Figure with a Limited Oil Palette, refreshments are available. Call work week or just grab a taste of 931-4848, or in person at the Fire- ON THE STAGE 1974 and is run as a co-op by Weekend Workshop with Carolyn or e-mail Barbara Stanton for wine before going out to dinner in house Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Willy Wonka Jr. at the historic Ama- local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. Lord, Sat., 1/11, 11 am–5 pm, more info about the workshop, the Tri-Valley. Check for the winery Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. dor Theater. Roald Dahl's timeless 11:30-4 p.m. For information call Fee: $150. Introduction to Figure 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ listings at www.lvwine.org. New Year’s Eve Party. Tues., Dec. story of the world-famous candy 449-9927. Drawing, Level 1, Instructor: Caro- earthlink.net. The Winemaker's Pour House, Live 31, 8 p.m. Master slide guitarist man Willy Wonka, plucky youngster Landscapes, Peggy & Alan Frank, lyn Lord, Mon., 1/20 – 3/31, 7–9 Preschool Art classes: Thursday music: Dec. 19, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm Charlie, his beloved grandfather, paintings and photographs, pm, (10 Lessons), No Prerequisite, mornings 9:45 – 10:45. Children Natalia Sings!; Dec. 20, 6:30-9:30 Kings deliver a night of contem- and those crazy Oompah- Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Fee: $250. Introduction to Figure aged 3-5 are welcome to join this p.m., Andy Joe Stewart; Dec. 21, porary blues, Americana and Loompahs. This Broadway stage Livermore. Nov. 13-Jan. 6. Drawing, Level 2, Instructor: class. Classes cover drawing, 2013 Guitar Fest LIVE singer- roots music, followed by a festive adaptation of Dahl’s Charlie and Photography by Ian Danielson, Carolyn Lord, Mon., 1/20 – painting, print-making, sculpture songwriter competition winner reception in the theater lobby. the Chocolate Factory features all Wente Vineyards Estate Winery. 3/31, 9–11 am (10 Lessons), and ceramics. For further informa- Chris Lebel; Dec. 26, 6:30-9:30 Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., the colorful characters (plus a few Artwork will be on display in the Prerequisite Level 1, Fee: $250. tion please contact Thomasin p.m., Natalia Sings!; Dec. 17, 7-10 Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. more!) and wonderful songs from tasting room through December. Intro to Perspective Drawing, Level Dewhurst at (925) 216-7231 or p.m., Tommy G & Dueling Guitars!; org or 373-6800. the classic family film. Presented For more information call 925- 1, Instructor: Carolyn Lord, Fri., [email protected] or visit Dec. 28, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Toucan Happy Birthday, Elvis! The by City of Pleasanton Civic Arts 456-2305. Wente Vineyards Estate 1/24 – 4/4, 7–9 pm (10 Lessons) http://childrensartclassesprojects. Jam; Dec. 31, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Firehouse Arts Center celebrates Stage Company in partnership Winery & Tasting Room, 5565 No Prerequisite, Fee: $250. Intro blogspot.com/ Glenn Osur at the Piano; Dec. 31, Elvis Presley’s Birthday Weekend with Bay Area Children’s Theatre. Tesla Road, Livermore. to Perspective Drawing, Level 2, Art Classes, For children, teens and 9 p.m. to Jan. 1, midnight, New with The Early Elvis Tribute Show Friday, December 20, 7:30 p.m.; Holiday Boutique, hosted by Instructor: Carolyn Lord, Fri., 1/24 adults. Beginner to advanced. Year's Eve Party featuring Joey T; featuring returning hit group Jim Saturday, December 21, 7:30 p.m.; Livermore Art Association Gallery – 4/4, 9–11 am (10 Lessons) Drawing, painting, printmaking, Jan. 2, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Natalia Anderson & The Rebels. Saturday, and 2 p.m. matinees on Saturdays through Dec. 24th. Members of Prerequisite Level 1, Fee: $250. sculpture and ceramics taught by Sings!; Jan. 3, 7-10 p.m., Better January 4 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, and Sundays December 21, 22. the Gallery and invited Artists Clothed Figure Drawing, Instructor: highly experienced artist and art Days; Jan. 4, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Tou- January 5 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15, Tickets are $12, $15, $18; Child or and Crafters are offering fine art, Ozell Hudson Jr., Tues., 1/14 – instructor, Thomasin Dewhurst. can Jam. 2241 First St., Livermore. $20, $25; child $12; senior $22; Senior: $6, $9, $12. Tickets avail- gifts, and holiday decorations for 2/11, 7–9 pm, (5 Lessons), Fee: Weekday and weekend classes, www.winemakerspourhouse.com group discounts available. Tickets able at www.firehousearts.org, sale. Join the Opening Celebration $125. Composition, Instructor: Homeschool classes, Special or 215-2656. available at www.firehousearts. 925-931-4848, or at the Firehouse on Fri. and Sat., Dec. 6th and 7th Ozell Hudson Jr., Wed., 1/15 – classes during school breaks Las Positas Vineyards, Saturday, org, 925-931-4848, or at the Arts Center Box Office, 4444 for door prizes and refreshments 2/12, 7–9 pm, (5 Lessons), Fee: offered. Please phone (925) December 28 from 2-5pm come center Box Office, 4444 Railroad Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. The at the Gallery on 2155 3rd St. $125. Please register at www. 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ celebrate the holidays with some Avenue, Pleasanton. Amador Theater is located at 1155 Livermore. figureheadgallery.com/classes. hotmail.com for further info. live music by acoustic guitar- Ricky Nelson Remembered: Live Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton. "Where We Live," the beauty html or call Ken Ball at 925-353- Piano and keyboard lessons, For ist Jim Ashley. Newly released at Firehouse Arts Center. Matthew A Year with Frog and Toad, Bay of the Livermore Valley, is the 0419. children to adult. Beginner to Casimira dessert wines served in a and Gunnar Nelson, Ricky’s twin Area Children’s Theatre, Dec. 21 theme of an invitational art show Show and Tell, Artists are invited to early intermediate level. Half-hour chocolate port cup, perfect for any sons and multi-platinum recording and 22 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Prudential California Realty. a monthly function at the Bothwell private classes or small group holiday occasion. www.laspositas- artists in their own right, in concert Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Artists displaying work are Carolyn Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. classes offered. Twice-yearly recit- vineyards.com, 1828 Wetmore Rd, at the Firehouse Arts Center on Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramsey, Nova Starling, Bette 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 als. Please phone (925) 216-7231 Livermore; (925) 449-9463 Friday, January 10, at 8:00 p.m. Ramon. www.sanramonperformin- Goosman and John West. The p.m. at the Bothwell Arts Center, or email thomasin_d@hotmail. Featuring hit songs like “Hello garts.com or 973-3343. show will be on display at the 2466 Eighth St., Livermore. Artists com for further info. MUSIC/CONCERTS Mary Lou,” “Poor Little Fool,” Grace, Douglas Morrisson Theatre new office at 1983 Second Street bring finished or unfinished work PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, Blacksmith Square, music every “Travelin’ Man,” “I’m Walkin’,” presents Staged Reading of through January 13, 2014. The to show and if desired, receive a now meeting the 1st Thursday and Saturday 3 to 6 p.m. in the court- “I Gotta Feeling,” “Teenage Idol,” “GRACE” by Craig Wright, a darkly public is invited to view the show critique from the group. Refresh- 3rd Wednesday of each month yard, 21 South Livermore Ave., “Garden Party” and many more, comic play about the changing during regular business hours or ments are brought by the artists, 7:00 at The Corner Bakery Cafe Livermore. RNR showcases his life with nature of faith and belief. The fifth by appointment. For information, and a donation of $5.00 is desired in Pleasanton. Join us as we Chris Bradley's Jazz Band ap- never-before-seen interviews from DMT Bare Bones series in the contact Cher Wollard at 784-4679 although not mandatory. Contact challenge ourselves to poeti- pears regularly at: The Castle artists he influenced, includ- 2013-2014 season: edgier pieces or [email protected]. for this event is D’Anne Miller at cally relay our thoughts, emotions Rock Restaurant in Livermore/ ing Paul McCartney and Chris by contemporary writers. Jan. 7, 8 Just Add Water & Black on White, [email protected], or Linda and experiences through poetry. on Portola Avenue-- the 2nd and Isaak. Reserved seating tickets p.m. Douglas Morrisson Theatre, art exhibition, Harrington Gallery, Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreper- Become a member & share your 4th Tuesday each month from are $40-$50; available at www. 22311 N. Third St., Hayward. $10 Jan. 22-Feb. 22. Reception 7 to formingarts.org work - Contact PoetryOnCanvas@ 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, firehousearts.org, 925-931-4848, open seating. (510) 881-6777; 9 p.m. Jan. 22. Firehouse Arts ACC / Art Critique & Coffee meet- Mac.Com for more info on Theme small cover. or at the center Box Office, 4444 www.dmtonline.org Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., ings now at New Leaf in Pleasan- Challenges, Membership & Op- Happy Holidays Musical Revue, Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. The Matchmaker, Role Players Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. ton's Vintage Shopping Center on portunities. Dec. 6-22, San Ramon Community The Special Consensus, blue- Ensemble, Jan. 17-Feb. 8. Village org or 931-4848. Bernal & Vineyard. Brings together Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the Theater production. Front Row grass, Jan. 11, 8 p.m. Firehouse Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. professional, local and emerging 2nd and last Saturday from 12 Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., http://roleplayersensemble.com/ MEETINGS/CLASSES artists meetings each Friday at noon-1 p.m. at Galina’s Music Rd., San Ramon. www.sanramon- Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org The Drowsy Chaperone, Tri-Valley Weekend Workshop: Figure Open 10:30 a.m. to share latest work, Studio located at 2222 Second performingarts.com or 973-3343. or 931-4848. Repertory Theatre, Bankhead The- Studio for Long Pose at the fine tune each piece with gentle St., Suite 2, Livermore. Please San Ramon Symphonic Band, Wailin’ Jennys, folk harmonies. Sat., ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Jan. Figurehead Gallery: Saturday, critiques and share tips, tech- confirm participation by calling Dec. 20, 7 p.m. Horns for the Holi- Jan. 11, 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31; and Feb. 1, Dec. 21, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Either niques and opportunities. Join the (925) 960-1194 or via the website days. Dougherty Valley Performing 2400 First St., Livermore. www. 2014. www.bankheadtheater.org or Jacob Hankinson, Ozell Hudson, mailing list and receive the latest at www.GalinasMusicStudio.com. Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. 373-6800. or Carolyn Lord will be on hand to news on when and where the next Beginners are welcome. Bring Ramon. www.sanramonperformin- Wyrick Chamber Players, San A Chorus Line, , Pacific Coast assist with the Long Pose Session. meeting will be held. PoetryOnCan- some music to share with the garts.com or 973-3343. Francisco Symphony family Repertory Theatre, Jan. 24-Feb. Fee: $30. To register: http://www. [email protected] group. Ukuleles are available for A Cash Country Christmas: quartet, Jan. 12, 2 p.m. Firehouse 9 Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 figureheadgallery.com/classes. Figure Drawing Workshop, every purchase. Small $5 fee to cover Holiday tribute to the songs of Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 html Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. meeting costs. Johnny Cash. A holiday-flavored Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. Artists bring their own materials production featuring James Garner or 931-4848. firehousearts.org or 931-4848. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 9

Livermore. Proceeds will benefit 14, 7 p.m. Museum on Main COMEDY Sleep Train Foster Care children 2014 Ed Kinney Speakers Series, Grants Available for Arts Programs Big Fat Year End Comedy XXI, and families. The performance Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 8 p.m. Fri., Dec. 27, Bankhead will have a fusion of four dif- Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Through Alameda County Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. ferent acts: Broadway Tribute, Tickets are $10 general admission, www.bankheadtheater.org or Salsa Fever, Urban Funk, and a $7 seniors, $5 members, and $3 The Alameda County environment for the arts, provided by the County 373-6800. piece dedicated to the children. students/teachers with ID. Tickets Arts Commission released promoting economic op- of Alameda, individual Colin Quinn, ‘Unconstitutional,’ Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., may be purchased at Museum the 2014 ARTSFUND portunities for Alameda contributions submitted Jan. 17, 8 p.m. Firehouse Arts Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. on Main during regular operating Grants Program Applica- County’s artists and arts with County property tax Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., org or 373-6800. hours or by phoning the museum Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org at (925) 462-2766. Tickets pur- tion Packet for Alameda organizations, and encour- payments, and donations to or 931-4848. CHORAL chased by phone will be available County-based nonprofit aging public participation the Foundation for the Arts Broadway Chorus, Sings Your for pick up at Will Call in the lobby organizations. Information in the arts. in Alameda County. MOVIES Favorites, Jan. 10, 11, 12, Fri. and of the Firehouse Arts Center on the can be found at the Arts The Arts Commis- Further details are avail- Classic Films at the Pleasanton Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Amador evening of the event. Tickets may Commission website www. sion staff will host three able within the ARTS- Library, 7 p.m. first Thursday Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Rd., be available at the event subject to of each month through June 5, Pleasanton. Tri-Valley Repertory availability. Cash, check, Visa and acgov.org/arts. free workshops to assist FUND Grants Program 2014. Las Positas College and the Theatre community chorus. Tickets MasterCard accepted. Standard grants awards organizations in preparing Guidelines and Applica- Pleasanton Public Library present 462-2121. Livermore Reads Together Kick-off are $1,000 each. The ap- their grant applications. tion available at the Arts "Make 'em Laugh" Series" Hosted Event, Jan. 26, 2 p.m. Civic plication deadline is March Reservations are required. Commission website www. by Candy Klaschus, film historian OPERA Center Library, 1188 So. Livermore 5, 2014. Workshops will be held acgov.org/arts (click on and Coordinator of the Humanities 22nd Anniversary Celebration, Ave. afternoon with Laurie R. Program at Las Positas College. Livermore Valley Opera, January King, author of The Beekeeper's The ARTSFUND Grants on Wednesday, January 15 “Programs”) or contact A brief talk about each film is 25, 5 p.m. Ruby Hill Golf Club, Apprentice. Chosen as one of the Program supports all types from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. the Alameda County Arts presented prior to the screening. Pleasanton. Formal concert fol- 100 Favorite Mysteries of the 20th of arts programming such at the Fremont Main Li- Commission by email Refreshments are served. For more lowed by dinner and an auction. Century, The Beekeeper's Ap- as dance, literature, media brary in Fremont; Wednes- artscommission@acgov. information, call Penny Johnson, Black-tie optional. www.livermor- prentice presents Mary Russell, a arts, music, theater, visual day, January 22 from 3:00 org or phone at (510) 208- 925-931-3405. Admission is free. evalleyopera.com or 960-9210. fifteen-year-old American orphan, 400 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. who meets Sherlock Holmes in arts, and multidisciplinary p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the 9646. MISCELLANEOUS 1915 in Sussex Downs. Holmes, arts programs presented Alameda County Lakeside DANCE Political Issues Book Club meets who spends his quiet days study- in Alameda County by Plaza Building in Oakland; Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn the 4th Tuesday of each month, ing beekeeping and dabbling in Alameda County nonprofit and Wednesday, February how to dance with great instruc- and reads books about issues and detective work, takes the spirited organizations. Last year’s 5 from 6:00 – 7:30pm at tors from It's All About Dancing, trends that are driving current Russell on as an apprentice. In her, ARTSFUND program the Livermore Community new dance every week from Salsa, affairs in both the national and Holmes finds his perfect partner in Tango, Swing and more. Group international arenas. Topics that detection. www.cityoflivermore.net awarded grants of $1,000 Center, Livermore. Contact lesson starts at 7:30, followed have been covered include politics, or 373-5500. to $2,500 to 48 nonprofit the Arts Commission at by open dance until 9:45 in our governance, economics, military Mike Montemerlo, Rae Dorough organizations throughout [email protected] new location at the Bothwell Arts affairs, history, sociology, science, Speaker Series, 7:30 p.m. Tues., Alameda County. During or phone (510) 208-9646 to Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore; the climate, and religion. Contact Jan. 28: Google Self-Driving Car the 2014 funding cycle, RSVP to attend a workshop 925-449-9292. $15. Rich at 872-7923, for further Project - A Glimpse of the Future. The Nutcracker, Valley Dance The- questions Mike Montemerlo is a Staff Soft- between 40-50 arts orga- at least seven days prior to ater production, full-length ballet, We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a ware Engineer at Google working nizations may be awarded the workshop date. accompanied by the Livermore- member-centered book group on self-driving cars. He received grants. The Alameda Funding for the ARTS- Amador Symphony. Dec. 20, 21, led by a small group of book club his B.S. and M.S. in Electrical/ County Arts Commission, FUND Grants Program is 22. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First veterans, with reading selections Computer Engineering and PhD a division of the County St., Livermore. www.bankheadthe- based on member recom- in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon ater.org or 373-6800. mendations and consensus. No University. $30, $15 for students of Alameda, is dedicated Livermore School of Dance pres- homework required– share your 21 and under. Bankhead Theater, to improving the quality ents “Steppin’ Up” performed insights or just listen in! Contact 2400 First St., Livermore. www. of life in Alameda County by the Jazz, Tap & Hip Hop Susan at 337-1282 regarding the bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. by nurturing a thriving Companies. 2 and 7 p.m. on Sat., We’re Talkin’ Books! Club. Jan. 4 at the Bankhead Theater in An Evening with Mark Twain, Jan.

Are You Hearing Lessons in Piano, Voice, Guitar, & Ukulele And Understanding Give the gift of music The Sounds of Life? Gift Certificates Kenneth Billheimer, Au.D. Hearing Services Starting at $10 and up Audiologist/Hearing Aid Specialist Pleasanton Livermore (925) 960-1194 Sierra Parini, Au.D. 4460 Black Ave, #F 1613 Second Street Audiologist/Hearing Aid Specialist www.GalinasMusicStudio.com Jacque Pedraza 484-3507 960-0391 Hearing Aid Specialist www.pleasantonhearingservices.com 2222 Second Street, Suite 2, Downtown Livermore 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013

(Organizations wishing to run notices 7600 Amador Valley Blvd. Class is open to in Bulletin Board, send information to PO adults of all ages (not just Seniors) with Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care pre diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Please of Bulletin Board or email information to call the Alameda County Diabetes Program [email protected]. Include name at 510-383-5185 to register. Space is of organization, meeting date, time, place limited. and theme or subject. Phone number and ClutterLess (CL), ClutterLess is a contact person should also be included. nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, support Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) group for people with difficulty discarding Depression Support Group, Discus- unwanted possessions. Meeting 7 p.m. sion includes: What is happening to your Regular meetings Mondays at the St. Mary body; how to combat the imbalance; things & St. John Coptic Orthodox Church. Room you can do to help yourself. Sessions will 7, 4300 Mirador Drive, Pleasanton. Just begin January, 2014, in Livermore and come or call a volunteer at 925-525-3992 space is limited. Meetings run from 1-2 or 925-200-1943 or visit www.Clutter- hours, twice a month (group will be closed Less.org. No meetings on holidays. Meet- after 2nd meeting). To reserve a space or ing free, optional $2 to $5 appreciated. for more information email depart14@ Widowed Men and Women of comcast.net. Northern CA., Early dinner in San Ramon, Dress a Girl Around the World,an Dec. 31, 3 p.m., RSVP to Janet by Dec. 28 invitation to make simple dresses for girls at 443-3317. in third world countries. Next Sew-Fest is Birthright of Livermore needs Saturday, Jan. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. volunteers: Birthright Crisis Pregnancy Michael's Hall, Livermore. Help is needed Service in Livermore is looking for sub- sewing, ironing, cutting. (Those planning stitute office volunteers, board members, to stay all day should bring a bag lunch.) computer tech and website assistance. There is a lot of fabric and pillowcases, so A grant writer, a CPA to review the books there are many kits ready to sew. Those annually & assist with tax forms, a fund- who can’t make the Sew-Fest but would raising chairman, publicity/advertising like to sew, please arrange for kits that chairman and an administrative secretary can be sews at home. Questions? Suzanne are also needed. Office is open M-Tu-W-F, Beck, 925-352-8447 or suzbeck@yahoo. 10 am-2 pm and Th eve. 6-9 pm. To com discuss a variety of volunteer opportuni- 59th annual Crab Feed, Livermore ties please call John M. Kupski evenings at Rotary Club, Friday, January 31, 2014 606-8230 (or Thursday evenings 6-9 pm at 6:00 PM at the Aahmes Shrine Event at Birthright office 449-5887). Birthright Center, 170 Lindbergh Avenue, Livermore. offers free pregnancy tests, guidance, Preschoolers enjoying books and craft time at Museum on Main’s pre-literacy program. Photo courtesy of Museum on Main. The event features a crab dinner and adoption and medical referrals, baby and dancing to live music by the Gabe Duffin maternity clothing, and more. Those in Band Tickets $45 per person. Please call need of services, please visit the Liver- for special pricing for groups of 8 to 10 more office at 1520 Catalina Ct., or call people. To order tickets call Debbie Peck (925) 449-5887 during business hours. (925) 447-4300. The 1-800-550-4900 Hotline number is Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring staffed 24 hours a day. Please see our Museum Announces 2014 Themes Club, Sat., Dec. 21, 25-35 miles Feather website at www.birthright.org for more Pedals Ride start at Draeger's Market in information. All Birthright services are free Blackhawk Plaza, meet 9:30 a.m., Karin and confidential. Ball, [email protected]. Sun., Dec. 22, Depression and Bipolar Support for Preschool Reading Time 35 miles, starting at Pleasant Hill BART Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets station over Pig Farm hill to Orinda, meet Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's 9:30 a.m., Joan Spiegel, 705-7183. Sun., Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., Dec. 22, 42 miles, climber's special, meet Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. The Museum on Main recently announced the themes March 12: Here Comes Holi 10 a.m. at old Nob Hill shopping center Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ for 2014 preschool pre-literacy program, M.o.M.’s Read- April 9: Teddy Bear Hugs in Livermore ride over Morgan Territory to pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al ing Time. In its fifth year, this popular program introduces May 14: Cowboys and Cowgirls Marsh Creek Road and back, Dave and Pereira, 462-6415. Carolyn Neal, 321-4378. Anyone planning Crab Feed, benefit for St. Michael's/ preschoolers to a variety of holidays, events, and cultures June 11: Clowning Around to go on a ride is asked to contact the St. Charles CYO basketball. Sat., Jan. 25, through books and activities. July 9: Ramadan Moon leader for details on where to meet and Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindbergh Ave., Preschoolers (ages 2-5) and their families are invited to August 13: Old Time Summertime what to bring. Livermore, 6 p.m. to midnight. All you Beginner internet and e-mail can eat crab or chicken, pasta, salad, meet at the Museum on Main for this free monthly read- September 10: Gold Fever classes, Free classes for absolute begin- bread. Raffle prizes. Tickets $40, at www. ing program on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from October 8: Celebrate Sukkot ners who have never clicked a mouse, smsccyo.org. Additional information at 10am-11am. Book reading begins at 10am with activities November 12: Roaring Rockets used e-mail, or surfed the net. Learn the [email protected] or 216-2519. basics in a non-judgmental atmosphere. Pleasantonians 4 Peace, Since our immediately following. December 10: Native Winter Tales Pleasanton Library, Tuesday and Thursday involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan began “We are seeing larger and larger groups returning for Admission is free. Donations are always appreciated. mornings. Four one-hour classes in each 12 years ago, almost 7,000 American men the programs,” notes Jennifer Amiel, Director of Education No Reservations are required. Large groups or playgroups series. Registration is required, as space and women have been killed, as well as is limited. Ask at the Reference Desk or hundreds of thousands of innocent civil- for the museum and coordinator of the program. “This pre- should call in advance: 925-462-2766 or email: education@ call 925-931-3400, extension 4. Library ians, including children. Many of us feel literacy program is a fun way to introduce young children museumonmain.org. programs are free and open to everyone. that it is time to bring our troops home. to a semi-structured learning environment. The children are The Museum on Main is located at 603 Main Street An ongoing program. Call Merry Luskin at Additionally, we oppose involvement in 925/931-3400 ext. 4 for information. 400 Syria except to provide humanitarian encouraged to sit with the group, raise hands to answer ques- in historic downtown Pleasanton. It is open to the public Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. aid. Those who want peace, not war, are tions, and participate in discussions about the book topics. Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free Diabetes Self-Management invited to join vigils the second Wednesday We always finish with a fun activity or craft they take home.” and Sunday from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. For more information Classes. 7 week series teaches how to of each month in front of the Museum manage diabetes with exercise, healthy on Main, 603 Main Street in downtown 2014 M.o.M.’s Reading Time Dates and Themes: about current exhibits and programs, visit the Museum’s eating and medications, and answer all Pleasanton, at 7 PM. Please call (925) January 8: Just Be Me web site at www.museumonmain.org or call 925-462-2776. questions about living with diabetes. 462-7495 with questions. February 12: Winter Olympics Saturdays January 11 through February Shepherd's Gate Thrift Store, 22, 9:30-11:30, Dublin Senior Center, 1362 Railroad Avenue, Livermore. Open THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 11

Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Last centers and affordable housing complexes Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on Worship" first Sunday of each month at 6 Church, 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. Friday of every month 50% off most of to residents of Southern Alameda County. the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share p.m. Wednesday night program for all ages 447-3289. Sunday Services: Contempla- 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org the store sale. For more information visit The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys at 7 p.m. Information, call 447-6282. tive Eucharist 8:00 a.m. Sunday School Valley Bible Church, Livermore, www.shepgate.org/holiday Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can that are experienced. There is no better Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday 10:20 a.m. Choral Eucharist with choir Meeting at Altamont Creek Elementary Writing Club for Young Adults led by be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, support than being surrounded by others Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., 10:30 a.m.; child care for children under 5 School, 6500 Garraventa Ranch Road, published young adult author J.L. Powers by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at who know what you are going through. Livermore. Information, 447-8840. available at 10:30 service. Livermore. Services at 10:00 a.m. at the Livermore Public Library. The Club [email protected]. All services Three times per year, the group collect Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 Cedar Grove Community Church, will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on are free. supplies and sends care packages to the 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 East Avenue, Livermore, worship service 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship Thursday, December 19 in the Storytime Assistance League® of Amador troops. Please contact PMFSG.ca@gmail. a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. Room at the Civic Center Library, 1188 Valley invites all visitors to join this group com for the location of the next meeting. adult Bible study/Sunday school. For welcome. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. South Livermore Avenue, Livermore. The of volunteers, reaching out to those in Livermore Military Families, a information, call 925-447-1246. p.m.) St. Francis of Assisi Anglican event is free. No registration is required. need in the Tri-Valley and having fun doing support group for families in Livermore Asbury United Methodist Church, Little Brown Church, United Church Church (1928 Book of Common Prayer), For more information, please visit TEEN it. Regular meetings are held on the third who have a loved one serving in the 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 193 Contractors Avenue, Livermore. Sun- SPACE on the library’s website: www. Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Military, is intended to be a safe place for Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. day services: 8:45 am (Low Mass) and 10 livermorelibrary.net, or contact Jennifer at Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasanton. family members to come and share their Calvary Chapel Livermore, meet- littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- am (High Mass with Sunday School). Other 925-373-5576. For more information, go to www. experiences and concerns with others ings Saturdays at 6 p.m. 5860 Las Positas 2580 Holy Days as announced. For information, Josefa Higuera Livermore Chapter, amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, e-mail who understand what they are going Road, Livermore. (925) 447-4357 - www. Pathway Community Church, 6533 call msg. center at 925/906-9561. Daughters of the American Revolution, assistanceleagueamadorvalley@yahoo. through. All family members are welcome calvarylivermore.org. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Wor- Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 meets the first Saturday of the month com, or call (925) 461-6401. to attend meetings. Meetings on the 3rd St. Matthew's Baptist Church, ship Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, Palomino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. through May at 9:30 a.m. in the chapel Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Thursday of each month at the Livermore 1239 North Livermore Ave., Livermore. youth, adult programs. Biblically based www.jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh of Asbury United Methodist Church, Support Group meets every fourth Tues- Veterans Memorial Building, 522 South Services on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. practical messages, nondenominational. Resnick. Livermore. Members are descendants day of the month at 10 a.m. in the second L Street from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For Adult Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's All are welcomed. www.pathwaycom- Well Community Outreach Center of patriots of the American Revolution. floor conference room at Heritage Estates more information please call Tami Jenkins, Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each muntiychurch.org (925) 829-4793. ministry provides meats, canned and dry DAR is dedicated to preserving American Retirement Community. The address is 925-784-5014 or email livermoremilitary- Wednesday at 7 p.m. followed by Bible Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only history, promoting patriotism and securing 900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All are families@yahoo. study at 7:30 p.m. 449-3824. 486 S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. wor- available prior to the start of the school America's future through patriotism and welcome. Contacts are: Sandra Grafrath Good News Bears, nonprofit with United Christian Church, celebrating ship service. Bible Study/Sunday School year). Those with an immediate need better education. For information contact 443-6655 or Lee Parlett 292-9280. a mission to distribute stuffed animals 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College 10:20. Bible Basics Class, which explores or who would like to donate nonperish- [email protected] or 784-1935. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental to social services, emergency services, Ave. at M St., Livermore; worships on the main teachings of the Bible, meets at able food items, please call the office at Arthritis/Chronic Pain Support Illness), Tri-Valley Parent Resource and medical facilities and anyone who needs Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s 7:00 Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email (925) 479-1414 to begin the process. Group, Wednesdays, 4 to 5 p.m. Asbury Support Group is a twice-a-month parent a hug. Based in Livermore, the group program on Sunday morning and first Fri- [email protected] for more info. Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., support group for parents with children reaches around the Bay Area and the days. The community is welcome. United Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 and Thursday 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up Livermore. Information, contact Barbara to age 18 diagnosed with or suspected of world. Volunteers needed to hold collec- CC is an Open and Affirming ministry. Call East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. by appointment only. The Outreach Center 503-449-3861, or email bltrey@gmail. having bipolar or other mood disorders. tions of gently used teddy bears and other 449-6820 for more information. trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for will be open every 4th Saturday to dis- com. Free will donations accepted toward It meets First and third Tuesdays of each stuffed animals, assist with fund-raising Granada Baptist Church, 945 Con- The Story 9 to 10:00 a.m.. Worship Service tribute bags from Fresh and Easy Market room rent. month from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at and deliver the animals to organizations cannon Boulevard, Livermore. Services: 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. and Sprouts. This will be on a first come Bereaved Mothers' Network of the Pathways To Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge supported by the group. Meetings 2nd Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; worship Holiday Theme, Unity of Tri-Valley: first serve basis between 11 a.m. to 12:30 Tri-Valley, offering support, understand- Dr., Suite #114, Pleasanton. The group Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m. at the service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. 1-888- “Mystics, Master, Saints & Sages.” Dec. p.m. 2333 Nissen Drive, Livermore. ing and compassion to mothers who is drop-in, no registration required and is Livermore Police Station. Log on to www. 805-7151. 22nd: “Trinity of Transformation: Jesus, Philosophers’ Café/Culture Chat, have suffered the loss (past or present) free. Suzi Glorioso by phone: (925) 443- goodnewsbears.org or call 373-7982 for Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 Mary and Joseph.” Dec. 29th: “Into an informal gathering to discuss ideas, of a precious child. Safe, confidential, 1797 or by e-mail: [email protected] more information. Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, the Silence: Sally Kempton and Myrtle 10:45 a.m. at Café Rumi, 4799 Heyer non-judgmental environment. Monthly Tri-Valley Haven is offering a sexual services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Fillmore.” Christmas Eve Candlelight Ave., Castro Valley. The topic is “What will meeting held at 7 P.M. on the first Tuesday assault support group for survivors of RELIGION a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Service, Dec. 24, 6 pm. Services held at happen to Jews in the United States over of the month. Livermore Civic Center sexual assault on Fridays at 1 pm at their First Presbyterian Church, 2020 org/ All are welcome. 9875 Dublin Canyon Road, Castro Valley the next 25 Years?” Philosophers’ Café/ Library in Community Room "B." Small Livermore community building. The group Fifth Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Con- Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 (just over the Pleasanton border), 10 a.m. Culture Chat is an activity of the Tri-Valley voluntary donations to help with meeting will help survivors gain further knowledge templative Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for Sundays. Rev. Karen Epps, minister. All Cultural Jews, a Secular Humanistic Jew- and outreach costs are appreciated. For and understanding of the effects of sexual Traditional Service in the Sanctuary and all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., are welcome! ish community, but is open to the entire further information reach Katie Strube at assault and help them find support in a children’s program. For more information Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bethel Family Christian Center, community. (Non-members are asked to [email protected]. safe and confidential environment. This www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. Bible study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Inter- 501 North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are donate $5 per session.) Further sessions Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open group aims to support each participant Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut cessory prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: are scheduled for December 15, January to new and established residents of the by creating an empowering atmosphere St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship Please call office at 846-8650 for weekly Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; 5 and February 2 with topics to be an- Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the where participants can learn new coping at 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all programs. Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- nounced. For information, please contact first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon skills. To sign up for the SA Group or for ages at 9 a.m. Children's classes during Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 (925) 240-5612. on the second Wednesday of the month, additional information, please call Chris- adult worship service. AWANA children's Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and a.m. - Elementary aged children go to Healing journey after death of a Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, tine at Tri-Valley Haven: 925-667-2707. program Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 6 p.m. Sunday school or Bible study for Kid’s Church following worship, nursery loved one. St. Elizabeth Seton Church, family activities, and monthly adult Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), or www.Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the 4001 Stoneridge Dr. Pleasanton. Second socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or Information on 2012 programs and Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. 3:30 p.m. Wednesday nights there is adult Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. and fourth Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com memberships, training philosophies and Vasco Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday Bible study at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; December 12 and 26, 2013, January 9 and Overeaters Anonymous. All are schedules, and all things TVTC, an all service. Information 447-8747 or www. for youth, and children's choir for kids. 925-449-4848. 23. February 13 and 27, 2014. No pre- welcome. No weigh-ins, free will donations inclusive triathlon/marathon/endurance uucil.org Child care during all events. 447-1848, Lynnewood United Methodist registration is necessary. These sessions for rent. Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at St. Bar- training program. www.trivalleytriclub. Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 www.trinitylivermore.org. Church, 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. are open to all, regardless of religious tholomew's Episcopal Church, 678 Enos com. Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Information St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas Sunday Services at 9:00 and 10:30 am. affiliation. Please call Mary Hagerty at Way, Livermore. Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All 931-1055. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- Christmas Sunday with orchestra Dec. 22; 925-846-5377 for more information. at Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated ing the John Main tradition, every Monday Christmas Eve Dec. 24, 5:00pm (families), St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Vasco Rd., Livermore. Call Nora for further support organization based in Livermore. with the Congress of Secular Jewish 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact 7:30pm & 9:00pm (traditional). All wel- Church, 678 Enos Way, Livermore. www. information at (925) 447-1676 S.A.M. has been in operation since Janu- Organizations (csjo.org). Information, Claire La Scola at 447-9800. come, Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer, Pastor. SaintBartsLivermore.com. Christmas TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), ary 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 www.lynnewood.org, 925 846-0221 Services: December 24: Family Eucharist self-help weight loss support group meets support of deployed troops. Preparation of 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy (across from the aquatic center, parking with pageant 5:00 pm; December 24 : in Livermore on Mondays, 6:15-6:45 p.m., comfort packages takes place every other First Church of Christ, Scientist, at 10 a.m. For details please see www. behind church). Special choir music with carol signing, Weigh-in (private); meeting 6:45 p.m. All week - all year long. Providing morale Livermore, services 10 a.m. every stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at Centerpointe Church, 3410 10:00 pm followed by Choral Eucharist are welcome. Information, contact Phyllis support for those deployed. All information Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages (831) 278-1916. Cornerstone Court, Pleasanton. Services: 10:30 pm. at 443-5943. provided is confidential and is not shared 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 9 a.m. blended with choir and band. Christmas Eve Candle Light Community Resources for Inde- for security purposes. To submit a name church and reading room are located at Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services Childcare offered for infants through age 6 Service - 6:00 p.m. at Unity of Tri-Valley, pendent Living (CRIL) offers services to and address, inquire about donations or Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. and children start in the worship service. 9875 Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley. A help people with disabilities and supports helping, please visit www.operationsam. which is open to the public, features Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:40 a.m. contemporary worship led by sacred time to honor the birth of the Christ them to live independently and participate org, email [email protected] or books, CDs and magazines for sale. For 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come a band. Sunday school for children and through music and the message, and in their community for as long as they are call 925 443-7620 for more information information, call (925) 447-2946. and worship with us and to enjoy our middle-schoolers. www.centerpointe- then symbolically bring that light out into willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains and the calendar of events. Sunset Community Church, 2200 hospitality. For more information call the church.org 925-846-4436. the world when you leave. Everyone is offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore Pleasanton Military Families is Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship church office 925-462-4802. Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, welcome! www.trivalleyunity.com (925) to provide information and referrals and a Pleasanton based support group for service at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and St. Bartholomew's Episcopal 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 829-2733. provide community education at senior those who have a loved one serving in the children's church provided. A "Night of 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013

problem solving skills. After- ward, they completed two full days of training. Peer counseling teaches cadets decision-making skills to help combat negative peer pressure and provides cadets with communication skills to understand others, reduce lone- liness, and support academic and personal achievement. Founded in 1910, the Army and Navy Academy is a private not-for-profit institution that provides an academically robust, character-based education for young men, grades 7 through 12. It is the only private boarding school in San Diego County Livermore resident Jacob and the only private military McKenzie Kirby (pictured academy for high school-age above) graduated Nov. 1, 2013 students in California and sur- from U.S. Navy Great Lakes rounding states. Boot Camp in Chicago, IL. He is now attending Aviation Ordnance School in Pensacola, Florida. After completing the course, he will be deployed in the U.S. Navy Fleet. Pictured (from left) are Las Positas College "Shark Tank," judges Jody Bagno-Dill, Brandon Cardwell, and Scott He is a graduate in 2013 at Vigallon; event organizer Business Instructor Tom Blinn; and student winners Amy Lundeen, Jonathan Schannep, Livermore High and Del Valle. Jacob is the son of Jim Kirby Mario Castillo, and Keven Hempel. Photo - Mary Lauffer and Gina McKenzie.

Army and Navy Academy Las Positas Announces 'Shark Tank' Competition Winners has announced that Nicholas Chung, Class of 2017, has been Four business-savvy stu- lo of Pleasanton and Keven mentary mentoring sessions ic Year that are providing selected as a Peer Counselor for dents hailing from the Tri- Hempel of Livermore won from Livermore's i-GATE entrepreneurship education the 2013-2014 school year. He has been chosen through an an- Valley are winners in Las "Idea Most Likely to Suc- Innovation Hub. and enrichment for the cam- nual survey administered to the Positas College's "Shark ceed" for "Laundry Buddy," "We were very impressed pus and community. entire Corps of Cadets. Tank"®,an entrepreneurship their software application with the ideas and presenta- In September, the depart- The Peer Counseling team competition in the style of to improve laundry day at a tion skills of the students," ment brought to campus the was developed because youth the popular ABC television self-service laundry. said Business and Marketing "Extreme Entrepreneurship often turn to their friends or Aviation Structural Mechanic series of the same name. The Three individuals volun- Department Coordinator Tour," a national motiva- peers when they are experienc- competition was open to all teered to serve as judges, or Lisa Taylor Weaver, Ph.D. tional touring event that fea- ing problems. The Peer Coun- 3rd Class Kyle Suensson, students in all majors. "sharks." There are Scott Vi- Business Instructor and tured some of the country's selors are trained in listening from Pleasanton, moves an The team of Amy Lun- gallon, Las Positas College "Head Shark," Tom Blinn top young entrepreneurs and support skills so they can aircraft piece on the flight effectively help their peers work deen of San Ramon and Instructional Technology/ of Livermore, organized and supports success in all through difficulties. They are deck display board, or “Quiji Jonathan Schannep of Liver- Open Learning Coordina- the competition designed majors and all careers. The also trained to know when a board," aboard the aircraft more won the prize for 'Most tor, Brandon Cardwell, Las to spark interest in entre- department also sponsors an fellow cadet’s dilemma is such carrier USS Ronald Reagan Innovative Idea' for "Infor- Positas College alumnus preneurship, foster innova- ongoing "Business & Entre- that it should be referred to an (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan mation Life-Line," a soft- and Vice President of the tion and give students the preneurship Speaker Series" adult counselor. is currently underway ware application that can i-GATE Innovation Hub of opportunity to develop the featuring area business lead- This year, the peer coun- conducting engineering help save lives in an emer- Livermore and Jody Bagno- mindset and skills of suc- ers who have embraced an selors traveled to UCSD for a gency. Schannep has served Dill, founder and CEO of cessful entrepreneurs. entrepreneurial approach team building exercise at the exercises. (U.S. Navy photo by as a Marine and earned his JAZZ Business Consult- "Shark Tank" is one of and startup spirit to achieve University’s Outdoor Adventure Mass Communication Specialist degree in Fire Science from ing. Student winners were three Business and Market- professional and organiza- Camp, where they will engage 3rd Class Charles D. Gaddis IV/ in a Challenge Ropes Course Released) Las Positas College. presented with cash prizes ing Department initiatives tional success. to develop team-building and The team of Mario Castil- and also will receive compli- during tha 2013-14 Academ-