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VOLUME LV, NUMBER 4 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol Livermore Council Moves Ahead with Stockmen Deal

The Livermore City Council 8.2 acres belonging to the city in downtown park built in a horse- tory, the Stockmen’s contribution voted unanimously to direct staff downtown Livermore. shoe shape with a minimum half- to the Livermore Community, See Inside Section A to accept the offer from the Liver- The proposal from the Stock- acre of grass, trees, a plaza and and Livermore veterans. The park Section A is filled with more Stockmen’s Rodeo Associa- men includes a centrally located public art to celebrate rodeo his- name would commemorate the tion that would allow city owned Stockmen's contribution to Liver- information about arts, people, more. entertainment and special events. property in the civic center to be Eastside Chosen for Hotel used for affordable housing in ex- At the civic center site, two There are education stories, a change for an easement and a park Tuesday, the council voted 4 to 1 to place the hotel on the eastside. acres would be rezoned for 75 units variety of features, and the arts for the Stockmen in the downtown. Councilmember Bob Carling made the motion. Bob Coomber was or more of affordable housing for and entertainment and The vote took place on Janu- the "no" vote. seniors and/or veterans. Building bulletin board. ary 29 during a special meeting to Staff was directed to configure the residential into multiple build- these units would partially offset discuss the future development on ings on the westside to provide for a central green space running from Livermore Avenue to L Street. (See STOCKMEN, page 12) Feds May ‘Speed Tables’ Give Boost May Slow to BART- Commuters ACE Link By Ron McNicoll on Tesla The federal Department of By Ron McNicoll Transportation (DOT) has given Alameda County will be install- some optimism to Valley mayors ing 10 speed tables on a 3.5 mile that federal funding may come for stretch of Tesla Road in an effort to helping to build a BART-ACE rail slow commute traffic there. connection. Tesla residents say some drivers Valley mayors visited Wash- go as fast as 70 or 80 mph, putting ington last week for the National people’s lives in danger, and caus- Conference of Mayors convention. ing many crashes, damaging fences They spent most of their working and other property. time meeting with federal officials The speed tables were an- and congressional members. nounced at a meeting that county When the mayors met with staff officials held Jan. 25 with an esti- at DOT, they were told that Presi- mated audience of more than 200 dent Trump would recommend in rural residents at the Boaventura his State of the Union speech a $1 de Caires Winery on Tesla Road. trillion infrastructure bill. To ob- The tables are much longer tain some of that $1 trillion, local than speed bumps. They are 22 funds already committed to future feet long, which allows a vehicle’s projects would be counted, said entire wheelbase to be elevated Pleasanton Mayor Jerry Thorne. Photos of Livermore students at the 2018 MathCounts Competition. For the story, go to page 2. Courtesy across the table at the same time, important in not shaking up a Thorne said that BART has of Livermore Granada Boosters committed $500 million to the (See TESLA, page 12) BART extension to Livermore, but that has been the limit. That reluctance by a majority of the BART board to commit more Fast Stroke Response Reported by Kaiser funds led Valley politicians to join with San Joaquin County repre- By Jeff Garberson In a study published in the stroke each year, with nearly half tients over a wide geographic area, sentatives to form the Tri-Valley- Minutes count in treating journal Stroke, Kaiser reported a million experiencing non-fatal according to Mai Nguyen-Huynh, San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail stroke. In recent years a number that 87% of its stroke patients were strokes. the program's director. Authority. of hospitals and clinics have made treated in 60 minutes or less, 73% Most strokes – nearly 90% – are Nguyen-Huynh is a vascular The Rail Authority held its first important progress in reducing the in 45 minutes or less and 41% in caused by blood clots. These are neurologist and lead author on meeting Jan. 17 in Livermore. time it takes emergency rooms to under 30 minutes. called ischemic strokes. The only the Stroke paper. In an interview, Plans are to seek grants that will diagnose and treat apparent stroke Last week, the American Heart medication approved by the federal she said that Kaiser has stroke bring the local end of funding to the victims. Association and American Stroke Food and Drug Administration to neurologists on duty from seven in project. Local effort is exactly what Locally, an impressive advance Association recognized Kaiser’s treat them is intravenous r-tPA, the morning until midnight, able to DOT wants, said Thorne. was reported late last year, when Northern California rapid-response also known as alteplase, which is examine a local patient in person Dublin Mayor David Haubert Kaiser Permanente announced that stroke program by giving achieve- administered to dissolve the clots. or a distant one remotely using ro- said that Washington “really likes it has cut its response time in half ment awards to each of its hospi- It is vital for emergency teams botic high-resolution telemedicine local funding’s role” in infrastruc- for dealing with stroke victims at tals. to distinguish ischemic strokes systems. ture projects. "I got the impression all 21 of its Northern California Stroke occurs when there is from the less common hemor- The EXPRESS program will rhagic strokes, which can be made move to 24 hours per day once (See BOOST, page 2) hospitals. inadequate blood flow in the brain, Average treatment time for a and cells begin to die. The longer worse if treated with clot-dissolv- Kaiser is able to hire additional re- patient arriving at these hospitals is treatment is delayed, the more cells ing drugs. quired medical personnel, she said. now 34 minutes, Kaiser reported. will be lost. Kaiser calls its program EX- Members of Kaiser’s stroke Dublin Tops This easily meets the national According to the American PRESS, for EXpediting the PRo- response teams – doctors, nurses, standard of treatment within 60 Heart Association and American cess of Evaluating and Stopping IT specialists -- literally have role Tobacco Control minutes, as recommended by the Stroke Association, 10% of brain Stroke. cards with individual instructions American Heart Association and function may be lost every 30 The program is now two years and responsibilities, Nguyen- Report; Pleasanton American Stroke Association. minutes without treatment. old. It relies on both modern tech- Huynh said. The result is a consis- (The two associations are typically nology and carefully orchestrated tent, standardized level of care that Moves Up teamwork to achieve consistent can be repeated whenever stroke is By Ron McNicoll listed separately although the latter 130,000 deaths Some 130,000 Americans die of results with large numbers of pa- Dublin rolled to another year at is a division of the former.) (See STROKE, page 12) the top of results of the American Lung Association's tobacco control report card. Dublin earned an overall A LAVTA SAV Testing Project Slowed, but not Stalled grade in the annual California rat- ings, continuing a streak of A’s. By Emily Patton were successful. The Lung Association awarded The Livermore Amador Valley Tests are expected to run from 31 A grades in 2017 to munici- Transit Authority (LAVTA) hopes the BART station to high density palities and unincorporated areas to begin testing shared autono- residential and business areas of counties in California in the mous vehicles (SAV) within the Before the vehicles are deemed report, which was released Jan. City of Dublin sometime within 24. The total is up from 21 in the safe enough for public use, they the next year. must be able to pass 128 testing previous year. The SAV's to be used for test- Livermore remained at its D scenarios with full confidence, ing have been ordered and are grade from last year. says Tree. Such scenarios will Pleasanton improved its over- scheduled to arrive by Febru- test the vehicle’s ability to handle all grade, moving up to C from ary. The ribbon cutting will be things like intersections, multiple last year’s D grade. The city was sometime in March or April, most lane roads, and interactions with listed in the report’s page that lists likely in April with the demo rides pedestrians and bicyclists. “cities and counties on the rise” in in April. According to Tree, this testing improving their laws about tobacco While the tests exact location process will likely take about two control. still has yet to be determined, years. If the project can adhere to Pleasanton got the boost for an LAVTA’s Executive Director Mi- its most ambitious schedule, he ordinance that it passed last June chael Tree has confirmed that they says, civilians could expect to see a to ban smoking in multi-family will likely be taking place around simple route involving passengers apartment buildings. The ban in- the city grid near the Dublin/ sometime in 2020. cludes the apartments themselves, Pleasanton BART station. Ideally, Alameda County Supervisor patios, balconies and all indoor and he says, the testing routes will Scott Haggerty has played an in- outdoor common areas, including take the vehicles to and from the strumental role in getting the SAV station, a route that LAVTA would project off the ground. Haggerty (See REPORT, page 12) Shown is the EZ10. ultimately hope to make available to civilian passengers if the testing (See SAV, page 3)

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2 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 Annual Livermore Middle School Tournament Multiplies the Value of Math

Middle school students from throughout Livermore gathered at Granada High School on Saturday, January 20, 2018 for the 22nd Annu- al MathCounts competition, hosted by the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District (LVJUSD). The event was made possible through the support of the Livermore Valley Educa- tion Foundation (LVEF). On hand were 148 students from seven Livermore schools who showcased their mathe- matical skills and creativity. Students were from Chris- tensen Middle School, East Avenue Middle School, Joe Michell K-8 School, Junc- tion Avenue K-8 School, and Mendenhall Middle School Students compete at Math Counts. from LVJUSD; as well as Pictured (from left) are Pleasanton Mayor Jerry Thorne, Livermore Valley Montes- teachers lead the clubs. The support of the parents who 6th grade came from East Danville Mayor Newell Arnerich Dublin Mayor Dave sori School and Our Savior weekly activities reinforce assist with the scoring of the Avenue Middle School; Lutheran School. middle school math content, papers, and the district staff with members Amber Belk, Haubert, San Ramon Mayor Bill Clarkson, and Livermore Robyn Schlichter, Coor- Mayor John Marchand while providing opportuni- and volunteers who help Soham Khedkar, Siddarth dinator of MathCounts for ties for extended application organize the program are Velnati, and Michael Zhang. LVJUSD, commented on of problem-solving skills. much appreciated.” Mendenhall Middle School the studious engagement “It was a wonderfully or- Superintendent Kelly claimed first, second, and BOOST from the students attending ganized event to help high- Bowers cheered on the third place for the combined (continued from page one) the event. “MathCounts light some of our district’s mathematicians. “The ear- 7th and 8th grade teams. The that (BART to ACE) may be weekend at the county fair- provides a great opportu- budding math stars,” said nestness and the creativity students from the first place considered for federal fund- grounds. nity for students to stretch Kevin Grier, Director of these students show while team were Clarissa Cheung, ing. There was no obligation The mayors also heard their minds in mathemat- Curriculum for LVJUSD. engaging in difficult prob- Liam Manley, Daniel Thin- (from them), but it seemed to about the impact of the new ics because of the types “The event is another great lems is truly inspiring,” said fen, and Daphne Yan. The fit the criteria.” tax legislation. The biggest of problem solving both example of how our district Bowers. “I am grateful to top five scorers from 6th effect locally and through- during the competition as provides a wide variety the LVEF for their ongoing grade were given individual The mayors also ex- well as during their weekly pressed concern to Veter- out the state will be capping of avenues and activities support in making this op- awards, as were the top ten property tax deductions at MathCounts club meetings,” for our students to connect portunity available to our scorers from the 7th and 8th ans Administration officials Schlichter said. about a long-held intention $10,000. The change will and showcase their unique students,” she added. grade division. Each LVJUSD school talents.” The first place team in to eliminate the Livermore be keeping some people in runs its own MathCounts their houses longer, because Bill Dunlop, LVEF Board VA hospital, possibly selling club to foster a commu- Member and MathCounts it off for housing. a move to a higher cost home nity of dedicated math stu- would cost them more on volunteer, spoke about how In Thorne’s opinion, the dents. The club provides a great it was to see such a delegation may be able to their taxes, said both Thorne key foundation for STEM large turnout for this year’s have VA change its mind and Haubert. education - science, tech- MathCounts Competition. DOWNTOWN CHARMER! about selling off the hospi- There will be a statewide nology, engineering, and “The students seemed to 630 N. Livermore Avenue tal property. “We told them impact, but it’s not clear math. Volunteer coaches really enjoy demonstrat- about the (rural) setting, what that will mean for the that include local scientists, ing their capabilities,” said $675,000 and told them to take a look housing market, other than mathematicians, commu- Dunlop. “And we had some at it. It is a good place for pressure for lower prices for nity members, parents, and really fantastic mathemati- recovery from PTSD. They houses. That could affect the cians in the competition. The seemed to be interested in assessed valuation that helps that.” However, no commit- form a city’s tax base, said Linda Futral ments were made. Haubert. Broker/Realtor Donations of Warm 925.980.3561 Livermore Mayor John Annually, the mayors [email protected] Marchand and many others have lobbied for a change in www.lindafutral.com over the years, including language of a law that affects Clothing Sought License #01257605 funding from certain cable Where classic charm and modern congressional representa- upgrades blend in complete harmony. tives from the Valley, have TV firms to local non-profit 3BD/2BA w/ exceptionally large yard. television stations, such as Tri-Valley Haven is (925) 667-2702; Email: been trying to prevent elimi- seeking help in assisting [email protected] nation of the facility and a TV30. However, after so the homeless combat the possible posting for sale. many years of trying, and Haubert said that Marchand not getting anywhere, we cold temperatures. raised the issue in the con- took PEG funds off our For those living on the versations. Marchand was agenda, said Haubert. street, it is hard to find a ATTENTION unavailable for comment via PEG means public, edu- way to escape the frigid phone or e-mail before The cational and governmental temperatures. The drastic Independent’s deadline. funds for local access TV. drop in the temperature of- FORMER LIVERMORE, BERKELEY Haubert was interested Cable firms pay a royalty ten presents serious health in the VA Reveille program, to PEG operators, which issues for many homeless & SANDIA LAB WORKERS which was begun in 2016. in the Valley are the cities. individuals. It is designed to help home- However, a law instituted a Tri-Valley Haven is less veterans. He said VA few years ago restricts the seeking donations of new MORE THAN 48,000 PEOPLE IN THE TRI-VALLEY AREA staff indicated more money funds to capital expendi- and gently used coats, might be devoted to it this tures, which rules out using gloves, scarfs, hats, socks, MAY QUALIFY FOR NO-COST IN HOME CARE year, to increase services for it for the station’s operating etc. for men, women and veterans. The stand-downs budget, which drives pro- children as well as sleeping provide medical examina- gramming. bags and one-person tents tions, and some minor treat- The mayors also met with to distribute to the homeless ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Sen. Dianne Feinstein and ment, and other services to residing in the Tri-Valley veterans who attend for a Reps. Eric Swalwell and Mark DeSaulnier. area. Drop off your dona- Worked at Livermore, Berkeley or tions at 3663 Pacific Av- enue in Livermore by 4pm 1 Sandia Lab on Monday, February 5th. 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Better Care for Former Livermore, Berkeley & Sandia Lab Workers FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 3 VALLEY ROUNDUP

STEM Center Proposed in the Bay Area. This roadmap represents an unprecedented of growth in 2017, resulting in a seventh straight year of Efforts are underway to build a dedicated youth oriented level of collaboration at the regional level - including Al- positive absorption at year end. Nearly 440,000 sf of tenant STEM Center at the Livermore Airport. ameda CTC, MTC, the Port of Oakland, the Bay Area Air activity occurred last year, accompanied by new project ap- This facility will be housed in new hangar space at the Quality Management District, Caltrans, the East Bay Eco- provals and the completion of construction work on a new Livermore Airport. nomic Development Alliance, community organizations and office building (70,700 sf) and two residential complexes A series of meetings have been scheduled to update the congestion management agencies throughout the Bay Area (506 units total with retail). public - and especially the flying community - about plans and beyond, including partners in our greater megaregion." “2017 ended with Hacienda seeing slight reductions year- for the STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) The roadmap will fund various projects and programs over-year in both office and retail vacancy, and another year Center. These meetings will provide the latest information developed during Alameda CTC and MTC roundtable dis- of net positive absorption” says James Paxson, Hacienda's and an opportunity to ask questions. cussions held over the past three years including: general manager. "Hacienda also came in with its highest The meetings will be held on Monday, Feb. 5 at 6pm at More efficient and safer options to move goods; Five Rivers Aviation; Sat., Feb. 10, 9 a.m. at Five Rivers year-end occupancy on record at just over 7.5 million square The Cool Port project - an innovative refrigerated feet of space; occurring at the same time, new space was Aviation; Sun., Feb. 11, 12:30 p.m. at Robot Garden mak- warehouse served by major rail lines and trucks that will added to the park. We continue to be encouraged by the erspace; Sat., Feb. 17, noon at Five Rivers Aviation; and expand the Port's capacity to export United States produce Sun., March 11 at 12:30 p.m. at Robot Garden makerspace. and meats; and ongoing trends in the market and the prospect of new activ- Five Rivers Aviation is located at 700 Terminal Circle, Emission reduction programs to further improve air ity both from existing tenants who may want to expand and Livermore; the Robot Garden at 1911 2nd Street, Liver- quality in Bay Area neighborhoods. interest expressed in Hacienda from around the Bay Area.” more. Alameda CTC honored State Senator Jim Beall for his Major transactions in 2017 were seen by companies in These meetings will also include brief discussions about work to pass Senate Bill 1 and Senate Bill 595. Senate Bill a variety of business segments, including Roche Molecular the Boy Scouts Aviation Explorer Post programs at LVK 1, or the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, went Systems (biomedical), Gritstone Oncology, Inc. (biomedi- and efforts to get youth interested in aviation and aerospace. into effect in November providing an average of $5.4 bil- cal), Philips (health technology), Service Now (business Those unable to attend one of these meetings, are encour- lion per year for state and local road, transit, bicycle and services), Essex Hacienda (reidential), and Summerhill aged to visit the STEM Center's website TriValleySTEM. pedestrian safety and congestion relief projects. It also Development (residential development). net), or, contact Tom Manger, the project lead, with any helps fund popular programs like Safe Routes to Schools. questions at [email protected] or 415-706-8264. Over one-third of all jobs in the Bay Area are related Bank Robbery to goods movement, and almost $1 billion in freight flows Pleasanton Police patrol officers responded to a report Moving Freight through the Northern California megaregion. These new of a bank robbery at Chase Bank, 5800 Stoneridge Mall Alameda County Transportation Commission in part- funding streams provide an opportunity to achieve impor- Road Friday morning. An unknown male had entered the nership with the Metropolitan Transportation Commis- tant investments in our goods movement system. bank and presented a note to the teller demanding money. sion (MTC) hosted the Future of Freight Roundtable in The teller complied and provided an unspecified amount December, bringing together government leaders, business Pleasanton State of the City of money to the suspect. The suspect then exited the bank representatives, industry experts and community partners The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce will host the and fled the area. A newer model silver Toyota Camry was to further the 10-year vision for goods movement invest- annual State of the City address on February 13. seen in the area at the time and may have been associated. ments - supporting efficient connectivity, mobility, safety Mayor Jerry Thorne, who will be running for his fourth The suspect is described as a black male, 50 to 60 years and emissions reductions in the Bay Area. two-year term, will give the address. All goods that move through the Bay Area from and to old, approximately 6’3” tall and 200 pounds. He was wear- The event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at ing gray pants, a white shirt, a dark green beanie and dark the Port of Oakland must move through Alameda County. DoubleTree By Hilton Pleasanton at The Club, 7050 rimmed eyeglasses. This January, MTC considered a 10-year funding strat- Johnson Drive, Pleasanton. Tickets are $35 per person for egy for goods movement investments. lunch. Registration can be completed at http://pleasanton. The Pleasanton Police Department is actively pursuing Alameda County Supervisor and Alameda CTC Com- chambermaster.com investigative leads; due to the ongoing nature of this inves- missioner Scott Haggerty sommented, "We are excited to tigation, additional details are not being released at this time. embark upon a 10-year roadmap to get the region to support Hacienda News Positive Anybody with information about this crime is asked to the efficient movement of goods necessary for everyday life Hacienda Business Park in Pleasanton saw another year call the Pleasanton Police Department at (925) 931-5100.

SAV TESTING (continued from page one) Free Bicycle states that while the early cause it’s a public transit single-occupant vehicles. Safety Inspection phases of the project went vehicle, there’ll always be In addition, Brown notes organization and we’re do- Free Bike Pick Up by fairly smoothly, the lat- an attendant on board as that the goal is to increase ing leading-edge technology & Delivery in est steps of the process have well even when it’s in pas- ridership in areas not served for public transportation,” the Tri-Valley been plagued with delays. senger service.” He hopes says Brown. She added a by full size buses. "That de- Service All Brands “It’s already taken a lot lon- that this stipulation will help creases cost. It is inefficent plug for drivers. We have ger than I had expected,” he assuage fears that introduc- to send a full size bus to a serve shortage, she com- Skilled Service commented. ing autonomous vehicles collect two people." mented. Technicans According to Hagger- will take away jobs from the The SAVs connect people Concluded Haggerty, Ask About Our Group Rides ty, the conversation about transportation sector. with other forms of transit, “This certainly is a direc- incorporating SAV’s into While most of the proj- such as ACE, BART and tion in which the future is LAVTA’s public transport ect’s development so far Wheels buses. Increasing moving. And the future is in system began sometime has taken place within the ridership, which increases Dublin.” around 2016. Shortly there- confines of private board- fare box recovery, explains after, he and his colleagues rooms, Tree, Haggerty, and Brown. secured $2 million in grant LAVTA Board President While the pilot program funding from the Bay Area Karla Brown all expect to would begin in Dublin, Hag- Air Quality Management see more community en- gerty hopes to see the project District. In June of 2017, gagement as LAVTA and its expand to the entire Tri- the California State As- partners prepare to introduce Valley, as well as the other sembly authorized LAVTA the SAVs to public roads. part of his district, which to conduct a shared autono- One goal of this will be to extends into the Tri-Cities. mous vehicle demonstration elicit community feedback. “This program isn’t being project within the City of Showing the vehicles around started just to run for two Dublin. will serve another important years. People want to see Currently, project leaders function. “We want people the program continue,” says are waiting to finalize an to be used to the SAV’s as Haggerty. agreement with GoMentum they hit the street, because By that time, Tree ex- Station, a testing facility in we don’t want them to be a pects SAV technology will Concord. “We’re about one distraction,” says Haggerty. likely have outstripped the month behind on that,” says The EZ10 shared autono- models currently slated for Tree. Contributing to the mous vehicle has the capac- testing. If that turns out to stall are unresolved ques- ity to accommodate twelve be the case, says Tree. “We tions regarding liability and people (six seated and six would go with whatever infrastructural needs. standing). Its compact size would be the best value, the Other collaborators on and fully electric system best technology, and have the project include Cali- make it an ideal tool for the best amenities.” fornia manufacturing com- fixing one of the Tri-Valley While LAVTA may be pany Santec and the Contra area’s most vexing public behind on its own timeline, Costa Transit Authority, transportation puzzles - how it’s still far ahead of many which launched its own pi- to maintain an efficient and other cities when it comes to lot demonstration project in environmentally bus routes incorporating SAV’s into its San Ramon’s Bishop Ranch without neglecting riders public transit system. business park in 2017. who live along lower-den- “We’re certainly amongst sity routes. the leaders in [SAV] technol- Thinking Outside the Bus LAVTA hopes that by ogy and even where we’re The shared autonomous attracting more people to at in the testing,” says Tree. vehicle that LAVTA current- shared public transportation, Pleasanton City Coun- ly plans to test is called the it can reduce commuter traf- cilmember Karla Brown EZ10. Developed by a com- fic (and pollution) caused by agrees. “Wheels is a small pany called EasyMile, the EZ10 has neither a steering wheel nor a break. Instead, the vehicle is controlled by a computer system, which could be managed by an in- vehicle operator. Markets change. “It’s pretty much the most advanced SAV on the market Are you prepared? right now,” says Tree. Though the vehicle is Stop by or contact your fully equipped to operate Edward Jones fi nancial advisor on its own, says Tree, “my to schedule a fi nancial review. anticipation is that […] be-

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Hospitality Center, Crush Parenting EDITORIAL Forum Set Facility, Homes Set for SLVAP The City of Pleasan- ton, in partnership with the A hospitality center and Callahan said two lots restaurant. They just move Pleasanton Unified School Pleasanton's Grade Goes Up the Valley’s first indepen- will have crush facilities in,” said Callahan. District, Pleasanton Partner- We were pleased to see that Pleasanton dent wine-crush service for that can be leased for one or A regularly operated win- ships in Education, and the fledgling winemakers are many services, something ery would be located on Pleasanton PTA Council, achieved a higher grade in this year's Ameri- proposed as part of a 12-lot that is designed for people another lot. will host the 2nd Annual, can Lung Association report card. The city wine country subdivision at who don’t want to go fully The hospitality center or Community Education Se- was included in the report's page that lists 6741 Tesla Road. into the winery business. events center would share a ries Parenting Forum on cities and counties on the rise in improving The East County Board They can take their grapes lot with a winery. The center Saturday February 3, 2018 of Zoning Adjustments ap- to the facility, or store prod- was planned for 150 events It will take place at Har- their laws aimed at controlling tobacco use. proved a conditional use uct, or have other services annually, but that might vest Park Middle School in Pleasanton earned a C, up from a D, due permit for the subdivision for making wine of high rise to 225 or a little more, Pleasanton. Keynote speaker to its ban on smoking in multi-unit housing. at its meeting Jan. 25 in quality. depending on the approval Denise Pope, Ph.D. is the Dublin, as usual, led Valley cities with an Pleasanton. No one spoke in Two other lots are of the planning administra- Co-founder of Challenge opposition to the plan. planned for up to four incu- tor, said Alameda County overall A grade. Success, Stanford University Each of the 12 lots are bator wineries with tasting Interim Senior Planner Senior Lecturer and author. Livermore remained in last place among located within the South rooms. People who want to Andrew Young. Pope will discuss how you local cities with an overall rating of D. How- Livermore Valley Area Plan try out the winery business The center would cover can best support mentally ever, the city did achieve a B on smoke-free (SLVAP) on a total of 244 could lease them to see how 14,000 square feet. The and physically healthy kids they like it, said Callahan. winery area footprint would outdoor air. acres owned by Wente Fam- who are engaged in learning ily Vineyards. The plan will If it’s not for them, they can be 6000 square feet. (A 20- and have strong connections Both Pleasanton and Livermore received be developed by Michael move on. acre lot measures 871,000 with friends, families and an F in reducing sales of tobacco products. Callahan of Pleasanton. The other two lots would square feet.) The two facilt- their communities. Break- Dublin was awarded an A in smoke-free Each of the 12 lots are accommodate one large win- ies would share a 116-space out sessions to follow the ery/hospitality event center, parking lot. outdoor air and a B in smoke-free housing sized at 20 acres. Six will in- keynote presentation. clude residences in a 2-acre and the other a winery with The initial submission to The school is located at and reducing sales of tobacco projects. building envelope, with a moderately large tasting the county for the subdivi- 4900 Valley Avenue. The Given the health impacts related to to- the remaining 18 acres in room. sion took place in 2013. A program will run from 9 bacco, we urge Livermore and Pleasanton to grapes. “We would have all the traffic study was completed a.m. to noon. Registration follow Dublin's lead by implementing new The other six lots will permitting in place , sew- then, but a condition at- at www.pleasantonfun.com have provide for commercial erage taken care of, and tached to the BZA approval Course number - 6698 restrictions on the use and sales of tobacco. uses that will contribute to refrigeration. It would be is that the applicant must up- For more information, the SLVAP mission of fur- like a tenant moving into date the study to determine contact Andrea McGovern thering agriculture in South a retail center to operate a today’s traffic. – amcgovern@cityofpleas- Livermore. antonca.gov

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(Opinions voiced in let- and the blatant violation of there needs to be common answer to both is probably, need to control spending let room for the dog owner’s ters published in Mailbox are city policies, dismissed the sense immigration laws that yes. alone reduce programs that judgement; laws require those of the author and do not arguments of project oppo- are enforced. Having said can or should be reduced. law enforcers at taxpayer’s necessarily reflect the opin- nents, ignored independent that, let’s cover a few high- Time for a Change Sacramento doesn’t need to expense and take away the ion of The Independent. The economic studies that re- lights of what’s been writ- Dwight LeVan cut services, just the waste freedom that we have been Independent will not publish vealed it was a bad invest- ten here, and why you’re Livermore that exists throughout any given by our Veterans. If the anonymous letters. All let- ment, and endorsed a flawed wrong… It is finally nice to see Government so tightly con- City of Livermore were to ters are required to have Environmental Impact Re- Immigration is bad for local Californians voicing trolled by one party. issue Guidelines our com- the names of the persons port that ignored air quality our economy: How? Ac- support for a change revival. Then there is Nancy Pe- munity would look more like submitting them. Abusive health impacts. Instead, they cording to The Small Busi- Whether its Robert Adams' losi. At federal level. Who a Democracy than a heavy letters may be rejected or enthusiastically approved ness Administration, nearly “They Deserve it” or Ken keeps voting her into office? handed Communist State. edited. Frequent letter writ- the project and subsidies 20% of businesses in the US Nather's “Drain the Swamp” I guess I am the only one Dogs on Leashes ers may have publication of last November and then are owned by immigrants, letters. I say we need to see who thinks she’s an em- This writer’s observation their letters delayed. Letters congratulated themselves on creating jobs for everyone. more of this type of support barrassment to California. is that when a dog is being should be sent by email to their progressive economic Those businesses pay more against the public servants For those people enjoying walked on a short leash and [email protected]) achievement. Unfortunately, than their share of income who are voted in year after their Companies' prosper- a small dog on a long leash a slight hiccup in their grand tax, state tax, EDD tax, etc. year and do nothing to actu- ity, enjoy your increases. comes forward to meet and Costco Costs scheme is that the city now etc. etc. Just a small list of ally better this state. The nerve of her calling greet their dog, they pull on Matt Sullivan finds itself in court over the immigrants or children of Start with local repre- them “Crumbs”. To her of their dog’s leash which is Pleasanton EIR. immigrants who have pro- sentation. Our City Council course they are. This state likely attached to the neck The city of Pleasanton With this approval, we duced hundreds of thousands has failed its citizens. Read is crumbling and it’s not collar on the dog. Their dog is picking our pockets and thought we were done giving of jobs: Elon Musk (Tesla), Nancy McKenzie’s YOU because you can’t deduct shows distress at having to paying large corporations developers our money. But Sergey Brin (Google), Jeff Asked…she’s right…Out your property taxes any endure this abuse from their for the honor of coming to last week the city announced Bezos (Amazon), Jerry Yang they go! Robert Adams has more. Its crumbling because owner; the small dog picks town and is not being hon- that it was reconsidering the (Yahoo), Steve Jobs (Apple), one fine point. They deserve voters get what they ask for up on this distress and the est with us about it. The plan to collect fees from the I can keep going… Where it. Keep voting Democrats when they rubber stamp the fight response is activated in city General Plan – essen- future hotel and retail devel- would we be without them? into Sacramento and you Democratic tickets or are the small dog and the situa- tially the “constitution” of opers. Instead, they will lav- Spoiler alert, still paying by have a broken California. fooled by the Unions that tion escalates very quickly. local government – states ish even more public money the hour for AOL… Really?...do you want a law demonize any opponent to The owner of the small dog that new development must on these businesses using Immigration holds the that penalizes restaurant a Republican candidate. then must take control of this “pay its own way” and fund “fee credits”. Shouldn’t this US worker down: Again, servers a fine up to $1.000 Voters are hoodwinked by situation quickly. It is not the the necessary infrastructure plan have been made public how? While it’s true that if they offer a straw to a cus- local Politicians who say dogs who are causing this improvements to mitigate before the project was ap- many developments in tech, tomer who doesn’t ask for it? they want to listen but don’t. situation to occur it is the its impacts. This policy has proved last year? science and various other in- (Ian Calderon (D). to intro- Robert Adams you are right. uneducated owners, about worked very well for de- The city has not repealed novators come from outside duce Assembly Bill 1884). Voters deserve it. Ken Na- dogs, who are causing these cades – until Costco came to the General Plan policy that of the US, how is it their Are you kidding me? Liberal ther's; no doubt about it. situations to occur. A dog on town. Our “representatives” development must pay its fault that the US is failing to Lunacy at its best. Yet Cali- Drain the Swamp. Nancy a short leash can be thought in government agreed to gift way or these other polices, produce people with a mind fornians still send these folks McKenzie…you said it best. of as a dog under control. A millions in subsidies to this they are just conveniently towards the future? to Sacramento. How long do We Vote. dog on a long leash can be multibillion dollar corpora- ignoring them. Based on the Illegal immigrants are you want to keep voting so Local California. It’s time thought of as a dog running tion two years ago as part of long history of this devel- costing US taxpayers mon- called moderates like Jerry for a change. Look to a Re- free but under control. The the new Johnson Drive Eco- oper-friendly City Council ey through social services: Brown to the Governor’s publican led leadership team dogs like to meet and greet, nomic Development Zone, this is not surprising. But Pretty much the only social mansion? Can you Bullet and see if you’re not better so let them meet and greet, at but didn’t want you to know what is surprising is the services illegal immigrants Train to nowhere? Sadly off the next year. least the nose touching part about it. They kept this hush- lack of public outrage over can take advantage of are those Democrats running of the ritual, then move on. hush during the Measure the selling out of our de- public schools. The 1996 to replace him cannot be Dog Guidelines, Not Dogs and Open Space MM campaign, the anti-Big mocracy and the misuse of Reconciliation Act prohibits described as moderates. Laws There was recently a pro- Box initiative in 2016, be- public money that should illegal immigrants from re- Far, far from moderation. Jack E. Johnston gram on public television cause they knew if the public be reserved for the common ceiving practically all social Citizens should look long Livermore about a European town that was fully informed about the good. Our acquiescence to service programs like SNAP and hard at those running City of Livermore allowed their dogs to run subsidies the vote might not this corrupt process sends a (food stamps), Medicaid, for Governor as a Democrat. Amended Leash Laws: free in their city. The dogs go their way. But after MM clear message and opens the etc. On a related note, it's They’re moving a bit too far 6.12.140 Running at large managed themselves and went down in defeat, the door to yet more government pretty tough to call yourself left as I see it. It’s time for a prohibited would often meet in an open non-existent subsidy agree- corruption in the future. Is "pro-life" when you're let- change in Sacramento, but A. No owner of any dog park and play out their dog ment was suddenly reached! this really acceptable to the ting people starve to death not towards Socialism. shall cause or permit such instincts. Dogs really can The city characterized people of Pleasanton just to and deny them basic medical Frankly, if this State dog to be or run at large manage themselves without the subsidies as a “tax shar- have a Costco? attention, but I digress... screams that the Federal tax upon any public place or any the supervision of us Homo ing plan” limited to a $6.8 Build a wall: Ugh…OK, cuts don’t help California private property other than sapiens. These dogs running million public contribution. Downtown Livermore let me explain an invention workers, ask yourself why?. that of such owner except free knew when it was din- Their pitch was that it would Daryl R. Carlson that you’ve obviously have Oh, you can no longer take with the prior consent of ner time and returned home. be paid back over time from Livermore never heard of. It may edu- deductions (Other states the person in charge of such In small towns, like the one sales tax revenue and from Inserts in the Independent cate you as to why building don’t have to). If your taxes private property, unless such this writer grew up in, watch development fee contribu- the last two weeks from a wall won’t work. There’s a are so high that you have to dog is securely restrained for dog packs to form and tions from the future hotels VibrantLivermore.com, the device, typically constructed deduct them the problem by a substantial leash not the pack is mitigated. and other businesses in the renamed “Funds of Liver- of two sidepieces, with bars doesn’t lie in Washington to exceed six feet in length Livermore has too much project. In reality, the public more” group (?) who feel or slats between them. It’s or with the Republicans, and is under the charge and traffic and too many “Fox subsidies are closer to $20 that important City decisions used to climb high objects, but rather at the County control of a person compe- Tails” that come up in the million with the inappropri- should be left to the affluent. like onto a roof, or yes, over and State level (yes Alam- tent to keep such dog under spring for our dogs to run ate diversion of transporta- Onlyrichpeoplematter.com? a wall. Some go only a few eda County residents, your effective charge and control. free. But there are some tion fee reserves earmarked feet high, others go much County representation is A dog may be secured by a areas, particularly around for other projects. But of Immigrants higher. It’s called a ladder. a problem). Just look at a retractable leash; however, the Arroyo, which many course, the city didn’t want Michael Delfino They’re not fake news; in tax bill and see where your the leash may not exceed dog owners have found to you to know that this diver- Livermore fact, they’re very real. If you money goes to Alameda this, six feet in length when in be useful to let their dog be sion was a violation of city In the last few issues, go to any hardware store and Alameda that. Fees they call the presence of other people. a dog and run free. Not all policy so they portrayed it there have been posts rav- ask for one, they’ll be able to it. Sorry to inform people… A substantial leash must be dogs are alike and certainly as “normal”. ing against immigration and show you examples. they’re taxes. Supervisors capable of restraining the dog owners are not all alike. The City Council touting Trump’s presidency. I’ll close by reminding can be more fiscally respon- dog without breaking when Some dogs are companions, shrugged off this dishonesty When it comes to immigra- you that the huge majority sible because it’s certainly the animal is pulling with others wrestlers, runners, tion, I think everyone agrees of people in this country are not the amount of taxes they all of its strength. Excep- hunters or gopher watchers decedents of immigrants. get each year, it's spending. tion: Nothing in this section and they all seem to like to While at the current time, Local Californians, it’s shall prevent a dog from run in a pack now and then. it’s easy to pick on the His- time for a change. Local being without a leash in any But some dogs just want to panic population because leadership has failed to lis- fenced dog park approved run free in the woods and their lack of political power, track anything that has left (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) ten to you. County officials by the city. 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Governor Underscores Bipartisanship in State of State “The governor really dug By Ron McNicoll form, as were support for and 1.3 million into the their property tax revenue, Brown said he is convinced his heels in on support- Bipartisan accomplish- the statewide water bond California health insurance with discrepancies between it will conserve water, pro- ing high speed rail, Delta ments, a solid financial to improve water storage, exchange (Covered Califor- wealthier and poorer dis- tect the fish and habitat in tunnels, and a gas and car foundation for California, the Rainy Day Fund in case nia), opportunities offered tricts. the Delta, and ensure the tax increase that lacks a and the potential impacts of the economy falters and tax by the ACA which the state Future gains in k-12 delivery of badly needed wa- comprehensive lock box to federal policy changes and revenues fade, and the Cap- adopted. education should be made ter to the millions of people protect transportation funds budgets on the state were and-Trade Program. Brown quoted statistics through funding more teach- who depend on California's from being raided and lacks among Gov. Jerry Brown’s Cap and Trade reduces from the Great Recession, er training for further impact aqueducts. any CalTrans reforms. As topics in his 16th and final greenhouse gas emissions which showed 12% unem- on classrooms, said Brown. Brown also said that the passionately as he feels in State of the State message. through a system of credits, ployment in the state and a At the college level, gasoline tax, subject of a support of those, I believe Brown is winding up two which are given to busi- state deficit in 2011 of $27 Brown has set aside $5.8 potential referendum for Californians deserve much consecutive four-year terms. nesses that reduce pollution, billion. Now there is a sur- billion for the UC, CSUC, repeal, must be retained better,” said Baker. He also served as governor and then are traded over to plus and a Rainy Day Fund. and community colleges, in order to make up for Sen. Steve Glazer, an from 1975 to 1983, be- businesses that need them, Unemployment is below 5% including $623 million in deferred maintenance of in- Orinda Democrat whose dis- fore term limits. His father, with a net overall effect of and 2.8 million jobs have additional financial aid. frastructure. He said he will trict includes the Valley, ran Democrat Edmund Brown, carbon emissions reduction. been created in the past eight Brown also referred to his do all in his power to fight Brown’s 2010 gubernatorial Sr., was governor from 1959 Brown also gave a nod years in an economy that has two pet capital projects — against repeal. campaign. He was Brown’s to 1967. His sister, who was to a small segment of bi- grown to $2.4 trillion. “Very high-speed rail between San BAKER, GLAZER chief political advisor from state treasurer Kathleen partisanship in the U.S. Sen- few places in the world can Francisco and Los Angeles, VIEWS ON SPEECH 2009-12. Brown, was nominated by ate when he talked about the match that record,” said via the Central Valley, and Asked for a response to Glazer’s response to the the Democratic Party for Republican failure to elimi- Brown. the Delta tunnels designed Brown’s speech, Republican speech, he stated, "It was in governor in 1994, but lost nate the Affordable Care Act On education, Brown to improve water delivery Assemblymember Catharine keeping with Brown’s style to Republican incumbent (ACA), and replace it with a said that the Local Control to the State Water Project, Baker of Dublin said, “We - a measured, moderate ap- Pete Wilson. different plan. Funding Formula (LCFF) which supplies the Valley’s have opportunities to work proach to governing, always In his speech on Jan. “Thank God for John Mc- for k-12 is working. It dis- Zone 7 Water Agency and together. I agree with the with an eye toward fiscal 25, Brown recited a list Cain, Lisa Murkowski, and tributes more money per water services in the Central governor on the need to prudence. He made a strong of legislation that solved Susan Collins,” said Brown, pupil for the schools that Valley and Los Angeles. increase investment in our stance on Climate Change important problems during about the three Republi- need it most — those that Brown said voters ap- education system, and to and the part California is the past eight years. He can senators who joined all have a high percentage of proved the high-speed rail keep making progress on playing in reducing carbon credited Republicans as well Senate Democrats in voting low-income students and project in 2008. It is now protecting our environment. emissions.” as Democrats for supporting against “repeal and replace.” English language learners. billions of dollars over bud- I was pleased to hear him “I was very happy to see the bills. Elimination of the ACA Brown said LCFF fulfills get, but “it still is cheaper mention pension reform, the governor highlight the The Legislature tack- would have had a major the intention of the Ser- and more convenient than which we must undertake. importance of rain recap- led pension reform, which negative effect on Cali- rano v. Priest decision in expanding airports, which These are good opportuni- ture as part of California’s Brown said was “a big re- fornia’s treasury, since the the 1970s, which equalized nobody wants, and build- ties for bipartisan work.” water conservation efforts. form. It may not be the state would have to fill in so school tax support through- ing new freeways, which “We need to dig deep- It was the last State of the final one, but it was there. many gaps that would have out the state. It accomplished landowners often object er, though, and reform the State speech of his historic You did it, Republicans and been created by the change, that by sending all local tax to. It will be fast, quiet, school funding formula and tenure as governor, so I felt Democrats.” said Brown. As examples, he revenue to Sacramento, then and powered by renewable bring accountability reforms some nostalgia as he walked Workers compensation cited the state’s enrollment redistributing it equally per electricity, and last for 100 to both K-12 schools and off the rostrum for the last was another bipartisan re- of 5 million more people pupil to each district. Previ- years.” UC,” said Baker. time,” said Glazer. into the Medi-Cal program, ously, local districts kept On the Cal WaterFix, Council to Make Decisions on Parking, Housing and Hotel

Last Monday, decisions ing on the land owned by David Kent called the year. She was disturbed by Lucky site at L Street east be to locate a large parking on downtown Livermore the city designated for the I outreach process inclusive the idea of replacing the to K Street. "Building on structure next to the Bank- regarding parking, a hotel Street Garage. and diverse. He said he housing on the eastside with what the Council has al- head Theater. It would be the and housing locations were Steven Spedowfski asked started as a supporter of an a parking garage and put- ready planned, we are asking best location for handicap continued to January 30 by about building housing on eastside hotel "I haven't giv- ting the homes next to the you to rework these four parking, a drop-off zone and the Livermore City Council. the I Street Garage site, if en up on getting a consensus railroad tracks. elements in your develop- a large garage to serve the The city owns 8.2 acres of a setback would reduce the plan." He raised the possibil- Sheri Souza said that the ment process – an L Street Bankhead and other busi- land in the downtown on the number of units. ity of realigning the hotel on outreach had been excellent. and Railroad Avenue Hotel, nesses in the Superblock. east and west sides of South City Manager Marc Rob- the westside along Railroad "I think there is huge support linear green space bound Michael Fredrich favored Livermore Avenue between erts said that there is a 75 for the Community Group for the two concepts put with the Stockmen’s Park, the westside concept with Railroad Avenue and First foot setback that would take to be able create green space forward. housing on L Street, and an a few suggestions. Con- Street. up a significant portion of connectivity they want. Tamara Reuss said these eastside garage with retail." sider realigning the hotel Two concepts were put the land the city owns. The Chris Chandler, CEO of are concepts, not plans. Jim Murray said that along Railroad Avenue and forward for consideration setback deals with vibrations the Livermore Valley Wine- The two sides aren't that far neither of the two city plans combining the two housing by the council. One placed from passing trains. growers Association, stated, apart. The hotel works best provide for the number one structures to open up more the hotel on the eastside After the meeting, some "The process has worked." on the westside. I don't like concern, parking. He sug- land for open space. of Livermore Avenue with expressed interest in study- She expressed a slight pref- the housing or a hotel on the gested that a solution would housing at the northwest ing how many units could erence for the hotel next to eastside. She would like to corner of the old Lucky site; be built on the I Street site. the Bankhead Theater "Se- see parking on the eastside. the other sited the hotel on Bob Woerner raised the lect one of the two plans so She supported David Kent's the westside at the corner issue of using land next to we can all move forward and idea of flipping the hotel of L Street and Railroad Av- the Bankhead Theater for a embrace the amenities this to orient it along Railroad enue. Housing would be split parking garage, stating that development will bring." Avenue. between the eastside and the Treat Your Sweetheart it would trigger $5 million Mike Madden said he Jean King urged the westside. Each includes the from the general fund to found the plans on the table council to look at the entire Stockmen Park, a Black Box replace affordable housing to be respecftul of busi- project. Her personal prefer- to a Valentine’s Dinner Theater and Science Center, money used to purchase the nesses and property owners. ence was for open space. I Wed, Feb. 14 • 5pm-9:30pm and expanded retail. site. He asked Roberts if that They clean up the back of want it downtown. It should Traditional Italian 3-Course Menu A public outreach process were true. First Street. He expressed be the most important part was held to hear what the $69 per person + tax + gratuity "Yes, but not exactly," re- a preference for a westside of downtown. She liked the public would like to see on plied Roberts. He explained hotel, stating the location idea of lining the hotel along Complimentary Rose & Prosecco Toast the land. Consultant Da- said that the city would need would provide more room Railroad Avenue from L to For Your Valentine! vid Early from PlaceWorks to find an appropriate space to make a hotel successful. K Street because it would noted that the three high- to place all of the 130 units Alan Burnham was allow for a linear park south est priorities identified by on the sites the city controls, pleased that the Stockmen of the hotel all the way from participants were parking, either on the west or eastside Deal would help to sat- L Street to Bankhead Plaza. community character and property. isfy housing required by the She suggested that eough open space. Speakers urged the coun- purchase of the land using housing could be accom- Early noted that within cil to move forward with affordable housing money. modated along L Street, with the two concepts there was selecting an option. The He was pleased to see the 130 to 140 microunits. consensus on the need for council and staff were com- Science and Society Center Bill Dunlop, chair of the replacement park and park- plimented for the work they in the plans. Community Group, stated, Reservations Required ing for new uses. There was had done by many speakers. First Street Alehouse first, we agree with David support for a boutique hotel. (925) 456-3333 The consensus of many owner Brook Witherspoon Kent’s recommendation Each concept includes 130 4040 East Ave, Livermore was voiced by Evan Bran- said that the development that the hotel be realigned housing units. Both include a terramialivermore.com ning who said, "Both plans will have a positive impact along Railroad Avenue from new east-west street through are gorgeous. They meet on her business. No other the northwest corner of the the center of the site. the goals of the city and plan has respected the needs Diverging views have residents." of businesses. been expressed regarding the Asa Strout said he wanted Drew Felker urged the location of a hotel, the type to see the downtown built. council to select one of the of open space, and where Moving forward with the plans. He preferred the east- parking and housing should Stockmen deal allows the side hotel. It would round- go. The two concepts were city to decrease the housing out that block. put together by staff and units, while allowing flex- Dawn Argula liked the Notice of a Community Open House Regarding the consultants. "The ideas can ibility to put in a large park. two concepts. She asked be mixed and matched to cre- Draft Isabel Neighborhood Plan The 130 workforce units will the council to approve the ate other ideas," said Early. go a long way towards keep- Stockmen deal and get the The City of Livermore will be holding a community open house for the Draft Isabel Ideas raised during the ing the community together. ball rolling on a park this Neighborhood Plan (INP) on Thursday, February 8, 2018, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., public hearing included hav- at the City Council Chambers, 3575 Pacific Avenue, Livermore, CA. The open ing the hotel stretch along house will focus on providing information and answering questions on the Draft Railroad Avenue from L INP and the associated Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Street to K Street and con- structing some of the hous- The Planning Area for the INP is located in northwest Livermore about 2.5 miles from the Downtown, and is bisected by Interstate 580 in an area developed primarily with industrial and commercial uses, as well as residential uses, Las Positas College, and several large undeveloped sites. The Draft INP proposes development of up to 4,095 new multi-family housing units, a neighborhood commercial center that may include a grocery store and other neighborhood- serving retail uses, approximately 2.1 million square feet of net new non- residential development, and a pedestrian and bicycle trail plan.

Copies of the Draft INP and Draft EIR are now available online at the web link listed below or in printed form at the City of Livermore City Hall at 1052 South GENERAL CONTRACTOR Livermore Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550 and Civic Center Library, 1188 South REMODELS • ADDITIONS Livermore Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550. For more information, please contact CUSTOM HOMES Assistant Planner Ashley McBride at the City of Livermore Planning Division at FAUX GRASS (925) 960- 4479 by phone or [email protected] by email. (925) 580-2380 http://www.cityoflivermore.net/citygov/cdd/bart/isabel_neighborhood_ License #B767646 plan.htm 6 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 SPORTS NOTES Little League Recognizes Dave Wetmore with Distinguised Service Award Little League® International announced Dave Wetmore (California District 57) as the recipient of the Peter J. Mc- Govern Distinguished Service Award at the Chairman’s Banquet of the 27th Little League International Congress in New Orleans on January 22. Presented at the Little League International Congress since 1958, the Peter J. McGovern Distinguished Service Award recognizes the special efforts of an individual who has embraced the ideals of Little League and, in turn, exemplifies the benefits of children learning life lessons through playing Little League Baseball West Coast Wildkatz 05 Girls in action during the second and Softball.” round of Norcal Premier Soccer State Cup play. “On behalf of Little League International, we are proud to present Dave with this honor,” said Stephen D. Keener, Little League President and CEO. “Dave’s dedication to the put up a good fight but West Coast's Granada Wrestling power and speed of play connected on organization and the success that he has brought to the Little During the week of January 22, three goals that day. Goal scorers were League Intermediate Baseball Division World Series over 2018 the Granada Wrestling Team took Cameron Silva, Savannah Cordero and part in competitions. On Wednesday, Jayden Morton. Incredible offensive the last five years in Livermore truly displays the magnitude January 24, the team beat Dublin High play came from Karlee Lywandowsky, of the impact that he has in his community.” School 54-12. Friday, January 26, the Nadia Sherman, Zusette Zamora & Wetmore began his Little League career in 1987 as the team sent four wrestlers to Gilroy, CA Alana Albarran. West Coast had a Dave Wetmore (left) receives the Little League® Peter to wrestle at the 2018 MidCal Tourna- rock solid defense, led by GK Isabella Player Agent and Vice President for the San Ramon (Calif.) J. McGovern Distinguished Service Award from Steven ment. With only four going they came Gelao, Madison Reid, Jasmine Staples, Little League. The following year, he became President in 23rd place as a team out of 79 teams. Makenna Galvan, Taryn Richey, Syd- P. Johnson. Anthony Martinez (160) and Francisco ney Goodwin and Adriana Paneda. of the league for one year before joining the district staff. Midkiff (220) missed the medal rounds Jayden Morton and Dakota Baird kept Since then, he has served as the District Administrator for by 1 match, making the top-12 in their the team connected through smooth California District 57, a position that he continues to hold weight classes. Jack Kilner (182) took midfield play. 5th place winning by a major decision On Sunday, the Wildkatz began today. Along with his service to the District, Mr. Wetmore (9-0) in that match. Zach Stewart (195) constructing a perfect 10-0 game with held in Livermore each year. ended his day placing 8th. has served as a member of the Little League Advisory Board beautiful rhythmic passing sequences from 2011-2014. “In California District 57, we have been very lucky and The girls' team traveled to Hol- that left Marin FC heads spinning. are so pleased that Little League now has introduced the lister, CA on Saturday, January 27 Nadia Sherman got things started with “Throughout this journey I have had the opportunity to to enter the Lady Baler Bash where two quick goals and led the scoring create so many relationships,” said Wetmore. “I hope we 50/70 program,” said Wetmore. “In 2000, I introduced the Jordynn Parker medaled for 4th place. along with Zusette Zamora who both 80-foot program and since then it has been a huge success Also on Saturday, many of the boys all just continue to go back to our community and grow this ended the game with hat tricks. Cam- and it’s been a tremendous retention tool within our district.” wrestling team traveled to Santa Rosa, eron Silva scored two and a goal by program because the kids need us. Thank you all so very CA to wrestle at the Puma Classic Savannah Cordero and Madison Reid Throughout his time with Little League, Wetmore has Tournament. Majed Moussalli (120) gave the team a perfect 10. much, this is very humbling.” and Edward Vilchis (128) placed 6th One of Wetmore’s most notable achievements has been also been instrumental in the creation of the Western Region and 7th. the successful launch of the Little League Intermediate Challenger Division Jamboree, coordinating Little League High School Basketball (50/70) Baseball Division and the establishment of the Little days at MLB Parks, and working with his staff to provide For the seventh year, Tri-Valley training and education to coaches and umpires in the district. West Coast Soccer TV30 broadcast local high school League Intermediate (50/70) Baseball Division World Series West Coast Soccer Earthquakes basketball. TV30 will broadcast three official affiliate program of the San varsity basketball games this season Jose Earthquakes 05 Boys played including two boys games and one @theRanch home soccer field near girls match-up. Tracy, Livermore & Brentwood for Starting on February 3th at 7 p.m., their second game of the Norcal catch the Dublin girls varsity team fac- Winter League. The game started cializes in youth athletes from ages 7 to ing off against Foothill High School. 18, is building a team to compete this off with Richmond Sol scoring in the The games will be tape delayed and first 12 minutes. Earthquakes struck winter/spring in USATF track meets debut every Saturday through February including a meet at the national level back with a goal by Diego Collazo 10th. Watch on Comcast TV Channel assisted by Angad Bains. Two min- in July. The organizers are looking 30 and AT&T U-verse via Channel 99 for athletes of all ages and different utes later Jose Cazares scored off a as well as streaming live on the TV30 rebound giving the Earthquakes a 2 events, especially relays. Visit www. website at www.tv30.org. ftctrackclub.com or contact Coach to 1 lead. This was just the beginning Play by play and color announcing for Earthquakes as Bains crossed the Jorge Quero, jquero@ftctrackclub. will include TV30 sports personalities com or (925) 209 7520. ball and Emanuel Collazo headed it Ian Bartholomew and George "Dr. B" in giving Earthquakes a 3 to 0 lead. Baljevich. Moments later Angad Bains assisted The schedule will include: Youth Distance Emanuel Collazo again. During 2nd Dublin @ Foothill – Girls (game half, Earthquakes continued dominant date 2/2) Runners play as Diego Collazo scored again to Granada @ Amador Valley – Boys Mount Diablo Heat Track Club is give Earthquakes 5 goals. Richmond (game date 2/6) looking for youth 4th to 8th graders Sol Tiburones came back and scored a Foothill @ Livermore – Boys who love to run. The Heat is a 503(c)3 second goal. With time winding down, (game date 2/9) USATF sanctioned club specializing in the Earthquakes scored two more one Games will air on TV30 multiple distance events: 800-meter (1/2 mile), by Ricardo Ramos assisted by Daniel times including every Saturday night 1 mile and 2 mile. The club trains at Valverde and Jose Cazares shot the at 7 p.m. For complete air dates and locations in Livermore, Pleasanton and final goal making it 7 to 2 West Coast times visit the TV30 website at www. Dublin. The Heat routinely advances Earthquake U13 Boys day. tv30.org. DVDs of the games may also athletes to national level competition West Coast Wildkatz 05 Girls be purchased by going to the website. and prepares them to excel in high played in the second round of Norcal school competition. Athletes compete Premier Soccer state cup play, which in community runs and sanctioned concluded last weekend. West Coast track meets. Middle school members Soccer Wildkatz 05 Girls displayed a Youth Track Club also compete on their middle school well orchestrated team performance. FTC Track Club, a USATF (USA teams. Find contact information by Saturday the young MVLA Roma blue Track and Field) certified club that spe- visiting www.mtdiabloheat.com

Photo - Doug Jorgensen Trails Challenge Marks 25th Year The Granada High School girls varsity soccer team scored a second half goal to register a 1 to 1 tie with Foothill High in conference action. This year marks the 25th Each year, a new Trails Antioch; Crown Memorial anniversary of the Park Challenge guidebook high- State Beach, Alameda; Cull District’s signature outdoor lights 20 different trails Canyon Regional Recre- activity program, Trails throughout the parks. From ation Area, Castro Valley; Challenge. Launched in shorelines to ridgetops, there Del Valle Regional Park, 1993 to get East Bay resi- is something for everyone. A Livermore; Diablo Foot- dents moving outdoors and handy matrix helps readers hills Regional Park, Alamo; exploring their trails, the choose from easy, medium Dublin Hills Regional Park, program makes it easy for or challenging hikes, and to Dublin; Garin/Dry Creek hikers of all abilities to identify trails accessible to Pioneer Regional Parks, get to know and love their wheelchair users, and those Hayward; Lake Chabot Regional Parks. Trails Chal- that allow dogs, bikes or Regional Park, Castro Val- lenge is a free program horses. ley; Las Trampas Regional supported through financial “The Trails Challenge Wilderness, Alamo; Morgan contributions from the East guidebook was especially Territory Regional Preserve, Bay Regional Park District, helpful,” said Petersen. “The East Contra Costa Coun- Kaiser Permanente, and the guidebook allowed me to ty; Point Pinole Regional Regional Parks Foundation. pick a hike with a level of Shoreline, Richmond; Point “The 2017 Trails Chal- difficulty that matched how Isabel Regional Shoreline, lenge was great. My pups I felt that day. Richmond; Sibley Vol- especially liked the Trails Participation in Trails canic Regional Preserve, Challenge because they got Challenge is easy – sim- Oakland; Sunol Regional to go to new parks with new ply visit www.ebparks.org/ Wilderness, Sunol; Tilden sniffs!” said Diane Petersen, TrailsChallenge to down- Regional Park, Berkeley/ who plans on taking on the load the guidebook and get Orinda Hills; Vargas Plateau 2018 challenge with her started. No online registra- Regional Park, Fremont; canine hiking companions. tion is required. Free printed Waterbird Regional Pre- To complete the 2018 guidebooks and T-shirts are serve, Martinez; Wildcat Trails Challenge, partici- also available at participat- Canyon Regional Park, Photo - Doug Jorgensen pants need to hike a mara- ing Visitor Centers while Richmond The Amador Valley High School varsity soccer team scored two goals in each half thon’s length of trails (26.2 supplies last. to defeat Dublin, 4 to 0 in a conference game. miles) or at least five of the Participants who com- 20 designated hikes in the plete the challenge and turn Trails Challenge guidebook. in their log by December 1st Golf Tournament Benefits Hope Hospice “Trails Challenge is receive a commemorative about people getting out- Trails Challenge pin. Members of the Cas- for Tots, and 42 secret Santa for their ongoing support Tri-Valley and surrounding doors and connecting with This year, all 20 featured tlettes, Castlewood Country gifts to Senior Support of the of Hope Hospice and ap- areas can receive high qual- nature,” said Interpretive trails are featured on the Club's women's nine-hole Tri-Valley. preciate the time and effort ity, personalized end-of-life care so they can enjoy what and Recreation Services free mobile app AllTrails. golf group, presented a cer- "The Castlettes are a gen- they put into this wonder- erous and lively group of ful event. Thanks to their matters most to them.” Manager David Zucker- To use the app, participants emonial donation check in the amount of $5,700 to Bob women who are passionate generosity, families in the mann. “Hiking is one of the should download the app, Boehm, Hope Hospice CEO, about giving back to their best ways people can enjoy sign-up and log in, then go on January 23, 2018. Each community. Hope Hospice our Regional Parks.” to https://www.alltrails.com/ December, the Castlettes is especially near and dear lists/trails-challenge-2018, host a charity holiday lun- to our hearts, as this orga- click on “Copy cheon benefiting several lo- nization has provided care to my lists”, and cal organizations, and Hope for several past Castlettes. then click "Con- Hospice is always at the top While there have been many tinue in App". of the list. that passed over the years, The 2018 After months of planning we would specifically like to honor the following ladies: featured hikes and a village of Castlettes' participation and donations, Sharry Bautista, Connie are located in Linda Simpson, Castlettes Duke, Juliette Simpson, the following Co-Captain, chaired a "Holi- and Piper Wagner (Cas- parks: day Soiree" themed charity tlettes golf professional). Black Dia- luncheon on December 12, We are truly grateful for the mond Mines Re- 2017. The luncheon brought compassionate services that gional Preserve, in more than 31 donated Hope Hospice provides. Antioch; Brio- raffle and silent auction Thank you Bob and team," nes Regional items, valued at over $6,700. says Nicole Murray, Cas- Pictured from left to right are Castlettes: Connie Park, Martinez; In addition to Hope Hospice, tlettes' Captain. Cannella, Paula Lutz, Elaine Blonigan, Nicole Murray, Hope Hospice CEO Contra Loma the Castlettes provided sev- Karma Glynn, Laura DeMott, Sue Fitz, and Hope Hospice eral overflowing bins to Toys Bob Boehm stated, “We Regional Park, are grateful to the Castlettes CEO Bob Boehm. FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 7 MAILBOX

(continued from page 4) Square is a great idea. Pro- tion without public subsidy.” smoke and fantasize your westside hotel places hous- disincentive for us locals posed is 8,500 sq. ft. of retail Livermore has come a way out of a problem to the ing in the center of the enter- to attend. With a westside selves, when the owners in four new buildings. One long way since Downtown solution you want. tainment district right next to hotel, the tourists/visitors- get involved it usually leads of the goals of downtown Revitalization started in What we are seeing now the Bankhead Theater. This -who will have been healthy to noise pollution from the revitalization is adding new 2004 and was interrupted is the typical smoke and creates a conflict between enough to travel from a owners yelling at their dog. stores and making areas by the Great Recession in mirror misinformation cam- the people who need to retire distance to get to Livermore- If a dog fight occurs, this is pedestrian-friendly which 2008… We are almost there. paign used by consultants early and the sounds gener- -will, for the most part, be a natural act for a dog and attracts people. The hotel and their sponsors. ated from the Blacksmith able to walk through the park the dogs will manage this would have retail too… mis- ACE Plans The fact remains, as the Square on the west and a short distance to arrive at situation themselves, they sion accomplished. Robert S. Allen users are fully aware, the the plaza with surrounding the theater. On the other do not need our help. The community wants a Livermore, BART Lucky parking lot is full restaurants adjacent to the hand, I can see us locals Conclusion Hotel (#5 priority)… both Director, from 5 PM on weekday Bankhead on the east. It staying home with Netflix “Dog Laws” cannot pos- concept plans call for a 125 District 5, 1974-1988 nights and by about 2 PM would be far better to put a and Hulu rather than go sibly be made to accommo- room, 4 story boutique hotel ACE rail over the Al- or earlier on weekends. In- parking garage on the east wandering through the dark date all dogs or all dog own- with 100 parking spaces un- tamont Pass links lower-cost adequate parking will result side next to the Bankhead in search of parking. ers; “Dog Guidelines” leave der the hotel… a 4,000 sq. ft. Central Valley housing well in reduced revenues to the Theater. Retail uses like If the council can make room for the dog owner’s hotel restaurant… 2,300 sq. with the job-rich Silicon businesses in the First Street restaurants and shops could a decision to abandon the judgement and control of ft. of retail and a 2,000 sq. ft. Valley. It is being planned to area and also have a major be located on the first level. notion of an eastside hotel, their dog. It is the owner’s conference center… Wow. Sacramento, and in the San impact on the Bankhead. Walnut Creek does just that I think we're really almost responsibility to meet their Hotel location (#7 prior- Joaquin Valley to Manteca The City Council should not on Locust Street just north of "there" with a wonderfully dog’s needs and control ity) appears to be the trigger and Modesto and meeting have paid the consultants for Mt Diablo Boulevard, where rich and solid plan--one that their dog’s behavior. This is for verbal ‘sides’. You’re High Speed Rail at Merced this drivel, unless of course restaurants cleverly disguise fully honors the priorities not the responsibility of the either in favor of a hotel and Madera. the end result is what they the parking garage. This that came to the fore in the City of Livermore. More location on the Eastside, the Linking ACE with BART wanted. What are needed to garage could have a drop- council-sponsored outreach. control by the city results Westside or you don’t care. in the Tri-Valley makes beat the dishonest sponsors off zone and ample regular The final touch in doing that- in more law enforcers at My opinion… an East- sense, best solved by extend- and consultants are Com- and disabled parking. The -namely, a gentle tweaking taxpayer’s expense and re- side 4 story hotel would look ing BART along I-580 to mon Sense, Transparency delivery trucks necessary for to provide a beautiful swath duces the freedom we have and ‘feel’ over-whelming Greenville Road. Some 8400 and Courage to do the right the superblock businesses of parkland that travels all been given. and as someone mentioned Livermore voters signed an thing. and the servicing of garbage the way from the Bankhead in an Independent letter initiative petition that quali- would be far less offensive Plaza to L Street--would not Downtown Livermore “shoe horned-in”… The fied for the 2011 Municipal Animosity Out of Hand than if either housing or be difficult. In order for this Rodney Smith hotel occupies most of the ballot to modify Livermore's Elizabeth Judge a hotel were to be placed to happen, the hotel would Livermore land space and the existing General Plan. It made the Livermore there. Imagine residents or have to be reconfigured I live downtown and am parking lot shrinks from City's preference for BART While taking part in the hotel guests watching de- somewhat so that it lined up opposed to more housing 63 spaces to 34 spaces (10 along I-580, initially to Isa- downtown process since livery trucks during the day along Railroad Avenue from as part of the plan. It is un- spaces would be for disabled bel and ultimately to Green- May, I witnessed the cre- and seeing garbage moving L Street to K Street. This was necessary. parking). ville. ation or continuation of a to the storage area at night, David Kent’s idea. I hope Assuming the housing A traffic study at four BART's project DEIR vendetta against a Com- all in front of their homes this can happen. component will go through, intersections in the area of for the line to Isabel shows munity Group (CG) which or hotel rooms. An east side however, I have the follow- development reported that… a rat-tail-like track to a shop proposed a different idea for garage with retail eliminates Downtown Livermore ing input: “Congestion on Livermore and yard north of I-580. The downtown. They are pushy these conflicts. It also has Joanne Foy 1. The hotel be realigned Ave for an Eastside Hotel track east of Isabel instead and relentless about their enormous benefits for the Livermore along Railroad Avenue from concept would be more belongs along I-580, with task. I do not favor their Bankhead and adjacent busi- We do want a hotel so the northwest corner of the pronounced on the already the shop, train yard, and methods, nor do I agree with nesses by adding parking people can enjoy our winer- Lucky site at L Street east to busy Livermore Ave, be- an ACE transfer as part of all their ideas. where it is most needed. ies and stay for conferences. K Street. cause of the hotel pick-up a follow-on project near If you bother to educate We do love our veterans (me 2. This opens up space for and drop-off activities, ex- Greenville. yourself about CG history, City Council Meeting being one) and the cow- a large, continuous, linear isting pedestrian mid-block Hopefully the BART however, you cannot deny Tom Ramos boys who have framed our public park south of the hotel crosswalk, and hotel garage Board will adopt these that their so called “special Livermore town and the history we that joins with the Stock- circulation.” changes that I requested in interest” is none other than Livermore’s city coun- still enjoy. We do want a men’s Park Plaza, connect- In the Westside concept my timely comment, when the welfare of Livermore. cil met in the converted large green open area for ing the downtown from L plan, the hotel is located on they vote on the final EIR. They use their time and trailer last night to hear from our children to enjoy and a Street to the Bankhead Park L St.… which from a traf- The DMU/EMU con- funds for the city for no prof- citizens about the downtown place for all to relax and take Plaza. The linear open space fic perspective is a better nection being proposed it and are taking undeserved plan. (When will the city in the splendor of a beauti- paired with the Stockmen's location than on Livermore would severely degrade the abuse from others seeking ever move council meet- ful downtown. We do want park will tie the key down- Ave… but having housing fine commute service that their own selfish gain. ings to the spacious old city more retail shops and restau- town amenities together. behind a westside hotel and ACE has developed over Steering Committee library next door?) rants so we can stay and play 3. 130 rental housing located on the eastside site the years. meetings brought out the I hope the city will make in our own backyard and units on two sites, along L will probably not fly with worst in some authority an adjustment to its plans keep our spending money Street on the Lucky site and Livermore residents. Downtown Parking figures seemingly threat- to allow the planned hotel right here in Livermore. We the City owned I Street lot The majority at the com- ened by CG’s existence. to be built in the northwest do want additional parking munity meetings thought Roger Lake north of Railroad Avenue. Livermore Other members of the city’s corner of the super block. to accommodate the growth Both are near public transit residential located at the cor- political elite followed suit. That makes utmost sense to and development that we ner of L Street and Railroad Reading last week's and the downtown. letters to the editor, I was Younger members of the me in terms of parking and know is going to occur. 4. An Eastside parking was appropriate in light of committee, witnessing this easy access for hotel patrons There were some new the fact that 220 residential stunned when I came across garage adjacent to eastside the statement in Alex Abey’s behavior, hopped on the to the shops in the downtown suggestions offered last businesses and the Bank- units will be built across L bandwagon seeing their area along First Street. night that seemed to go Street on the Groth Broth- letter concerning the park- head Theater including res- ing needs of downtown: chance for self-aggrandize- It would be nice if the over well. Parking next to taurant and retail on the sur- ers site. ment . council decided to forego the Bankhead, move the 4 A suggestion with the “The consultant presented face level along Livermore data showing very moderate One of their websites putting apartments in the story, 130 unit residential Avenue, with parking behind Westside concept plan… published a hateful opinion downtown area, but that spaces over to the west side locate the two separate hous- parking utilization during and on the higher levels. most day parts (sic).” I as- piece about the CG individu- seems to be too much to (if it absolutely has to be ing building into a single 130 als last summer. Now there hope for. If they have to go right downtown) and make unit residential workforce sume this was a presenta- Almost There tion by the consultant that is another website deciding in, then put them in along L the hotel with its lobby on Glenn Stewart housing (studio, 1 bedroom to do a second outreach Street, adjacent to the apart- “L” Street and have it stretch or 2 bedroom rental apart- justified limited replacement Livermore parking. Well, between 2 and process while trashing the ment complex that already alomg Railroad Ave. It will On January 24, the City ments) on L street. group and even the local exists across the street. blend in and back up to Have a westside hotel 4 am in the morning there is of Livermore posted on virtually “no parking utili- newspaper. some beautiful open space YourLivermore.org website, face the open space with a Some Council members Desire for Parking with the Stockman's park lobby on the North K St. zation” so would this mean a Draft Downtown Land Use no replacement parking is perpetuate this animosity Tom O'Neill and memorial. I like the Concepts Evaluation Report. extension… or set the hotel even blaming the associated Livermore walkway that will connect back from Railroad Ave to needed? This is the type of This is a must read for all misinformation that is being PAC, Friends of Livermore, For the life of me, I can't the Bankhead and the park. residents who participated accommodate a hotel lobby for changes brought about see how the council can be The linear look seems to fit driveway to stage guest used to push some people’s in the public engagement agenda. Consultants work by the last election. Were honoring the community's in very well with our exist- Outreach program (com- vehicles and tour buses (im- it not for the Friends of expressed desire for better ing town organization. portant). for those who pay them! munity meetings) and/or This was an example of Livermore, the we would parking downtown unless We appreciate all of your have written letters to The Keep the North K St. have had to pay for a costly it adds to the parking in the hard work and we know you extension as shown. Where twisting the truth to get what Independent. is wanted. I remember see- referendum to defeat the immediate vicinity of the are still working in our best We went from four con- the 2-story Science and So- Lennar plan. Bankhead. The movie-the- interest. ciety Center is on the plan… ing this trick used at an info- cept plans to two. Yes, the mercial for the 2000 seat the- The fever conjures up a ater complex, the Bankhead, plans aren’t perfect and may will be additional parking at wave from the 40’s, “First and the hotel will all be com- ground level with the hotel ater. A question was asked: never make everyone happy. “What would be the effect they came for the CG mem- peting for the same scarce Let’s take a look where we conference center above. bers, but I didn’t speak up parking it seems to me, if the Build an enclosed pedestrian on the traffic on show night are. at the 2000 seat theater." The because I wasn’t a CG…” hotel ends up cheek-by-jowl The community wanted bridge over the K Street If this is the true character next to the Bankhead. extension between the hotel answer came back, “At Mur- Parking… both plans ad- rieta and Stanley, the effect of Livermore, I wish I never I think it will create a Valentines dress those concerns with a and conference center. moved here. Full disclosure: On the Speedee Oil would be a 1 minute delay” Weekend at parking structure in the SW and then some words about Nobody asked me to write corner, surface parking lots Change lot, build an iconic this letter. I thought it up “all the Winery 4-story building on half of how minimal that impact Sunday, Feb. 11 behind the Ale House and on was. True information, but by myself.” I Street, an access road and the lot. First-level: retail… 12pm - 4:30pm Second-level: leased of- used dishonestly. What was parking lot behind the First left out of the statement Housing/Entertainment Live Music St. merchants for deliver- fice spaces… Third-level: cultural/museum area (see was the impact at Railroad Conflict Featuring Jeff Bordes ies, trash pickup, parking and North Livermore about Lynn Seppala and the Burnt Ends and emergency services. An note below)… Fourth-level: science center with roof top a mile away, which would Livermore Craft Vendors and East-West street to provide have been gridlock. Moving the west side Food For Sale easy access and more diago- access for solar displays, etc. This building uses the exist- Coupled in with Abey’s hotel to the corner of L Salt Craft nal parking. letter, is the next statement. Street and Railroad Avenue, The community wanted ing parking garage. Note: from page 28 in the “We all want adequate park- as suggested by David Kent RetzlaffVineyards.com Open Space… both plans ing, but what that looks like and the Unity Group, makes Open 12-4:30; Closed Wed have Stockman’s Park, Evaluation Report: “Cultural facilities such as museums in the forthcoming era of a great deal of sense. The walkways from east to west, Uber, car sharing and self- hotel would look upon the north to south, an area for and theaters typically re- quire a combination of do- driving cars is MUCH dif- expanded Stockman’s Park gatherings and park bench- ferent than what it looks like and would be much closer es… with trees, shrubs, nations and public subsidy to construct and operate. today." A nice way to blow to retail areas. However, the public art to celebrate rodeo proposed City plans for the history, Stockmen’s contri- Therefore, a successful cul- bution, and Livermore veter- tural facility would require a ans. The park gives residents community-based organiza- a reason to come downtown. tion to fund, construct and The community wanted operate it. The City Council New Retail Use… the retail has called for any cultural Friday, February 9th expansion of Blacksmith use to be able to self-finance and provide for future opera- at Inklings The Pleasanton Jazz Society and Inklings Present... FURNACE TUNE-UP & Matt Finders SAFETY INSPECTION Tri-Valley Jazz Trio bass $ (Includes FREE Duct Inspection) Plus Guest Alto Sax Kelly Fasman Exp. 2/28/18 drums 85 Andrew Speight James Hall FEB 9th • 7-9pm electric piano 530 Main St, Pleasanton No admission charge. Listening and Dancing

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Back in Railroad Time at John Kinney’s Sidewinder by Laura Ness yourself. He’ll tell you honestly that tasting all the avail- of the Sidewinder vermouths this Friday, February 2. This Rejoice, Livermore! The storied past has not yet left able vermouths on the market was a disappointing and release will be available to Society members only for tast- the building. In fact, it is ever-present when you pay at- distasteful process. Not a single effort could be held up as ing and purchase for now. Another great reason to belong. tention to all the clues your forebears left behind. In the a benchmark. Most were oxidized beyond description, and Kinney has gone above and beyond to create an envi- new Sidewinder Lounge on Research Drive, in the very many tasted cooked or stewed. What John and Dave were ronment that evokes the period before Prohibition, with spot where the Thomas Coyne tasting room once existed, after was something fresher and more vibrant: a drink that century old brick walls, a gorgeous tin ceiling reflecting you’ll find a painstaking recreation of a bar that might could be enjoyed on its own as easily as it could add life off the gleam of the zinc bar top, and carefully chosen have existed at a rail station in Livermore during the and energy to a cocktail. authentic Victorian and Belle Époque furnishings through- Roaring 20s. The shelves are stocked with pretty much They decided to use Sauvignon Blanc as a base wine, out. You’ll exhale as you take in the beautifully wallpa- any kind of booze your heart desires, if you long for and not able to source sufficient quantity from Del Ar- pered seating area that greets you upon walking in. The cocktails made in the days of yore, like Blood and Sand, royo Vineyard, turned to Ghielmetti to supplement. As look is rich and inviting, and decidedly not of our time. a concoction of equal parts blood orange juice, sweet a sidebar here, the 2017 Sauvignon Blanc is filled with Kinney says much of the inspiration for the place came vermouth, Cherry Heering and blended Scotch. perfumey aromatics of key lime blossoms, honey and from Livermore’s Pioneer saloon. Sidewinder is meant as a sanctuary for relaxation hibiscus, barely hinting at the tropical. It’s on the phone A harmonious color scheme uses primarily dark green amid a whirlwind world. It is open Thursday and Fridays with a banana from Honduras, but that’s as close as it and black with deep red accents in the copious mahogany from 3 until 7pm for Occasio Society Members, and is gets. On the palate, flavors of kiwi, lime and papaya are furniture, including tables and wonderfully upholstered designed as a place to socialize with friends and mem- interwoven with grilled nectarine, for a most enjoyable chairs that are much more comfortable than anything you bers while enjoying the finest wines and spirits. Special finish. Similarly, the 2017 Malvasia Bianca, this time could find at IKEA. God rest the soul of the inventor. tastings will be held from time to time, like the recent done with no sulphur at crush, is brimming with rose An eclectic collection of accent pieces include an old Scotch tasting which introduced lucky attendees to the petals, hyacinth and lilac, as pretty as a summer day. Its wall phone from 1918 (made with wood as steel was dif- various whisky producing regions of Scotland. pristine flavors and texture make it the perfect choice for ficult to score during WWI) to a full sized and stunning For John Kinney, the obsession with making ver- an eau de vie, also in the works. 1911 NCR cash register that shines like a massive chan- mouth stemmed from Fleming’s James Bond and the dis- And a further sidebar, in support of the Occasio delier in the palace of Versailles. Kinney says he found covery of a 1950s men’s social club in San Francisco, the winemaking effort, which is producing stellar results, the it on eBay: it cost $1000 and $50 to ship, making it the Lower Montgomery Street Olive or Onion Society. They 2016 Chardonnay, awarded 93 points by Wine Enthusi- most expensive item in the place. There’s an old ice box apparently had created the world’s best martini using the ast, is indeed a wine you should salt away in your cellar. that might be turned into a chiller for beer, and beautiful dry vermouth from Livermore’s Cresta Blanca Winery, Hendrickson really nailed this one, oozing ripe peaches sideboard made somewhere on the east coast on account which James Bond enjoyed in Diamonds are Forever. and pear, yet delicately imbued with lemon and lime, with of its style, that was rescued from the basement of the And so, the quest to make both a dry and sweet vermouth flavors of tangerine and brioche building up like a wave Bohemian Club in San Francisco. You have to do a lot of began and the endless formulations gradually honed in on the palate. Dave says he’s even more stoked about the research into old bars and traditional clubs to garner ideas on bottled bounty, as the Sidewinder Spirits Company 2017 Chard, still resting in French oak barrels. and inspiration for such a venture. wound from dream to reality. Back to the spirits, though. Both the sweet and dry Take this steam trunk covered with colorful stickers Sidewinder is not just a snake, but a type of pocket vermouths are painstakingly crafted by distilling already tracing the journey of its lucky owners of nearly a century watch, where the winding post is at three instead of virtuous and distinctive white wine, then infusing it with ago, as they traveled from exotic hotels in France to Mo- twelve. Kinney explains that this is the connection to a variety of herbs and spices. Obviously, these products naco to Egypt. It arrived while we were enjoying a round Occasio, whose pocket watch symbolizes the timeless- already start out with a high cost of premium ingredients, of freshly made Sidewinder Martini’s, made with Side- ness of the winemaking process. Sidewinder is meant to whereas most vermouths are basically flavored flawed winder dry vermouth and insanely perfumey Nolet’s gin, evoke the artisanship required to recreate the fine spirits wines that have been distilled from offal to create a prod- which contains some raspberry eau de vie, amping it up of Livermore’s golden age. With the release of Sidewind- uct that is actually quite awful. and over the top on the aromatic scale. The floral elements er’s first vermouths, Livermore celebrates a return to one Now that formulas and labels and bottles (500 ml) of the gin combine with the more savory and intriguing of its more well-known products of yesteryear. It has have been procured and sorted out for the Sidewinder elements of the vermouth, which contains wormwood, an been over 100 years since the region produced vermouth. vermouth products, they will turn to distilling gin and ingredient few, if any other commercially available ver- Dave Hendrickson’s initial efforts in creating this first making bourbon and rye as well. But that’s Phase 2. mouths possess. It’s a combination of flavors that elevates in a century spirit are definitely worth experiencing for As for the moment, Club Members are invited to expe- the martini from a cocktail to a ritual infused with all the rience the culmination of Phase 1, which is the enjoyment mystery that makes it compelling and worth repeating.

Police Officers Work with Students Officers from the Liver- more Police Department (LPD) on Wednesday, Janu- ary 17, reminded third grad- ers at Junction Avenue K-8 to serve their own commu- nities as much as they can. Officer Arturo Rosas read the book Making it Better in Our Community. The story followed a young boy and girl in their neighborhood as they interacted with a lo- cal police officer and found ways to take responsibility Students read along with the officer; author André A. for their community. Lewis in back. Photos courtesy of LVJUSD The author of the book, André A. Lewis, flew to DOE Awards Fossil Energy Funding

The Department of Ener- alloys by controlling their “The national labs will bring gy’s Office of Fossil Energy solidification microstruc- significant expertise to help (FE) announced the funding tures; and Vacuum Process companies discover, make, of $450,000 for the first two Engineering working with and manufacture new mate- LPD officers, Junction Avenue staff, and author André A. Lewis private-public partnerships Sandia National Laboratory rials to perform in extreme under a brand-new initiative to simulate the lifetime of conditions.” aimed at discovering, design- compact microchannel heat The HPC4Mtls program ing and scaling up production exchangers (MCHEs), an es- seeks to dramatically reduce Livermore to be present for The goal is to generate more munity every day.” of novel materials for severe sential component to several the cost and development the reading of his book. He interest among schools and Junction Avenue was the environments. clean energy technologies time, and increase perfor- expressed his hope that the find additional sources of first stop for the program; The projects are the first including hydrogen fueling mance of materials in severe book would encourage the funding to provide every LPD will visit Marylin Av- to receive funding under the stations and supercritical environments across a wide students to see the police the third grader a copy of the enue Elementary next, with HPC4Materials for Severe carbon dioxide. swath of industrial sectors. way he did growing up, as book. “As a police depart- plans to reach all of Liver- Environments (HPC4Mtls) The Arconic project Goals include predicting friends of their community. ment, we truly embrace the more’s elementary schools. program, led by Lawrence with LLNL and ORNL is behavior in severe environ- “I knew I could trust the importance of building com- “Junction would like to Livermore National Labora- funded jointly by the Office ments, improving the per- police to always help me,” munity,” said Rosas. “Third thank the Livermore PD tory (LLNL) in strong part- of Fossil Energy through formance of alloys, scaling he said. He took a picture grade is a perfect age to start officers for donating their nership with Los Alamos Na- HPC4Mtls, and the DOE’s up materials from gram to with each student holding a the process of building posi- time and providing all of tional Laboratory (LANL), Advanced Manufacturing kilograms, and developing freshly signed book to com- tive relationships.” our third graders with their the National Energy Technol- Office (AMO) through the a better of understanding memorate the event. The students asked the own copies of Making it ogy Laboratory (NETL), and HPC4Manufacturing pro- of critical processes such The LPD purchased 180 officers about their equip- Better in Our Community,” Oak Ridge National Labora- gram. The project will re- as oxidation, corrosion and books from its own funds ment, their job, and their said Principal Dayna Taylor. tory (ORNL). The program ceive $150,000 from FE and electrochemical interactions. to start this book program, role in the community. When “Our students loved reading seeks to engage industry with $150,000 from AMO. San- Under the program, industry providing Junction Avenue’s asked by one student how with Livermore’s police DOE’s high-performance dia’s project with Vacuum partners provide in-kind third grade class with 70 important the job is, Officer officers and learning about computing systems and Process Engineering will contributions of at least 20 books - enough for each Rosas answered, “Our job ways to participate in our expertise in modeling and receive $300,000 in funds percent of the total project student - and the officers is as important to the com- community to make it a bet- simulation to predict material from FE. budget. took the time to sign every munity as it is for you to do ter place.” performance and behavior “This is a new pillar un- The HPC4Mtls program student’s book personally. the right thing in your com- in severe environments, and der the HPC4EnergyIn- is currently sponsored by the assist with data interpretation novation program umbrella DOE Office of Fossil Ener- and analytics. that will have an impact gy. Principal partnering lab- The two seedling projects across a broad spectrum of oratories are ANL, NETL, Planning and paying for your final arrangements, are: Arconic Inc. partnering industries and energy offices ORNL. Other laboratories will be the greatest gift you will ever give to your family! with LLNL and ORNL to who need accelerated mate- within the DOE complex improve microstructure mod- rials research,” said LLNL’s are eligible to participate, Affordable payment plans available! eling of additive manufacture deputy director for Energy and the program is seeking metal parts, which is expected and Climate Security Jeff additional partners. The next to provide essential informa- Roberts, who helped create HPC4Mtls solicitation will tion for tailoring mechanical the HPC4Mtls program. take place later this month. performances of 3D printed

Callaghan Mortuary & Livermore Crematory Helping Families To Plan Since 1906 3833 East Ave, Livermore, CA | (925) 447-2942 | callaghanmortuary.org FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 9 SHORT NOTES Understanding offers a series of 14 classes gardens, where visitors can Case for Kids Drive Meet Ranger Amy Wolitzer significant new works of the- designed to provide train- see how plants from Australia, Gene Morgan Insurance and Vishal Subramanyan at 3 ater, spoken word and musical Behavior ing, education, support, and South Africa and Chile – as theater and premiere them in With the goal of promot- Agency is hosting a Valen- p.m. at Sycamore Grove Park, ing meaningful connections resources for those caring for well as from California – can tine’s Collection Drive for 1505 Wetmore Road. the Bay Area. Applications for loved ones with chronic or dis- be combined with mounds of Case for Kids, benefitting Wildlife photographer this year’s awards are due by between the individual with foster children. The insurance dementia and those providing abling conditions. Download soil, boulders, drip irrigation, Vishal Subramanyan, who is April 20. a copy of the class schedule at and mulch to achieve attractive agency is collecting new twin- only 15, has been observing Each year of the five-year care, Hope Hospice presents sized sheets, comfy blankets, a class on Understanding HopeHospice.com and select landscaping that can reduce and photographing bobcats in initiative focuses on a differ- the Family Caregiver Educa- water usage by up to 90%, and full sized shampoo and Sycamore Grove Park since ent performing arts discipline, Behavior as Communication, conditioner bottles at the on Saturday, February 10, tion Series. compared to typical lawn areas. August. Join this program at supporting the creation of new These classes are available The garden club meets downtown Livermore office "The Grove" (the gathering works by accomplished artists from 9:45 a.m. to noon. This located at 2020 Fourth Street. class is part of the Living with at no cost to all community the second Thursday of each area a few hundred feet from from around the world. members; however, donations month, September through May, Items collected will be given Applicants for the 2018 Dementia series. to Case for Kids, an outreach the Wetmore Road Entrance) to During this class, Hope’s to Hope Hospice are greatly in the multi-purpose room of for foster children. The of- see some of Vishal's fantastic awards must be nonprofit Director of Volunteers Jill appreciated. This program is Alisal Elementary School, 1454 fice is open from 9-12 and bobcat photos and hear the sto- organizations with 501(c)(3) Smith, RN; and Debbie Emer- supported in part by a generous Santa Rita Road, in Pleasanton. 1-5 Monday through Friday. ries behind them. Afterward, public charity status based in son, MS, Hope Hospice Com- grant from the Rotary Club of Meetings start at 7:00 p.m., and Contact Stacie or Michelle those interested can join Vishal one of the 11 Bay Area counties munity Health Educator, will Pleasanton. visitors are welcome. to arrange for a drop-off after and Ranger Amy for a 4-mile (Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, demonstrate ways in which In addition to the evening hours. Donations will be round-trip walk to visit some Monterey, Napa, San Francisco, behaviors can be assessed, Landscaping Ideas meetings, the garden club has collected until February 16th. of the locations the photos were San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa interpreted and responded to California’s long drought luncheon meetings on the fourth taken and look for bobcats. Cruz, Solano, or Sonoma), but in a manner that can help to may officially be over, but Mondays. Other interest groups Canceled if raining heavily; they do not need to be focused on that meet separately include seed Nature Programs the arts as part of their primary manage cognitive deficits and most home-owners know that An Arroyo Mocho Walk will still meet if it is sprinkling. sharing, floral design, and edible mission. improve the quality of life for it is essential to continue to (Healthy Parks, Healthy Peo- There is a $7 per vehicle plant gardening. Club members Awardees will be decided all involved. Both Smith and conserve water, particularly ple) will be hosted by the parking fee at either entrance also volunteer their time and based on four selection criteria: Emerson are certified demen- on landscaping. One way to Livermore Area Recreation to Sycamore Grove Park. A $3 talents to maintain the Sensory artistic excellence, community tia care specialists. do this is to use plants suited and Park District ranger staff donation is requested to help Garden in Pleasanton, and the support the programs unless engagement, collaboration and Any community member to a Mediterranean climate. on Feb. 3. Meet Ranger Danny Hansen Park Rose Garden in other fees are specified. leadership, and financial capac- engaged in the role of family Livermore-Amador Valley Haberman at 11 a.m. at Ernie Livermore. They help raise food ity. Finalists for the awards caregiver or expecting to soon Garden Club will host at its Rodrigues Park, 1505 S. Liver- for neighbors in need at Eden will be nominated by a panel become a caregiver is invited February 8 meeting an expert more Ave. Applications Open Garden, located in Livermore. of outside experts. The Hewlett to attend these classes. Classes on that topic. Come explore nature close The William and Flora Members will share plants Foundation’s Performing Arts are held at Hope Hospice, Guest speaker Jeff Rosen- to home with this free ranger- Hewlett Foundation has an- from their own gardens at their Program staff will select this 6377 Clark Avenue, Suite 100, dale, owner of Sierra Azul led program. Meet Ranger nounced that applications annual plant sale, which will year’s 10 recipients from among Dublin (2nd floor conference Nursery and Gardens in Danny in the parking lot by are now open for the 2018 take place on Saturday, April 7, the finalists. room). Light refreshments will Watsonville, grows and sells the Ernie Rodrigues Softball round of its Hewlett 50 Arts from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at For more information about be served. Register online at native and Mediterranean Fields. Take an easy walk on Commissions, an $8 million the parking lot of Amador Valley the Hewlett 50 Arts Com- HopeHospice.com or contact climate plants. He has more the paved path along the creek. commissioning initiative that High School, 1155 Santa Rita missions, visit www.hewlett. Hope Hospice Community than 20 years’ experience in This hike is perfect for anyone is the largest of its kind in Road, Pleasanton. org/50commissions. For in- Health Educator Debbie Em- designing and consulting on who enjoys a slow-paced walk, the United States. Reflecting For further information formation about the 2018 grant erson at debe@hopehospice. water-wise gardening and but all are welcome. Ranger the foundation’s longstanding about the club and its activi- application process, please visit com. lawn-to-plant conversions. Danny will be there rain or commitment to the performing ties, visit their website at www. www.hewlett.org/about50com- Hope Hospice’s Family Rosendale’s business includes shine. arts in the San Francisco Bay lavgc.org . missions. Caregiver Education Series two acres of demonstration On Feb. 4, the program Area, 10 local nonprofit orga- will be Following the Bobcats. nizations will receive grants of $150,000 each to commission OBITUARIES Tom H. Takahashi fam- She is fondly remem- and had a powerful impact mother ing discharged in Novem- Tom H. Takahashi was ily pur- bered by her husband and on the generations that she Lupe ber 1945, he returned to born in Oakland, California chased best friend Scott, their pre- loved so deeply. Sue and Prince Oklahoma State University on January 29, 1920 and the his- cious children, Diana, Ben, Woody had two beautiful and father from which he received both died peacefully December toric Ariella, and Lindsay, by her daughters, Alice Carol Boyd Jimmy his Bachelors and Masters 26, 2017 in Livermore, Cali- Cha- parents Jim and Sue Dal- and Rebecca Lynne Schaefer Norwood, Degrees in Electrical Engi- fornia. He was a resident in teau las, her brothers, Patrick, (Biff); five grandchildren, his son neering. Livermore since 1961 and Bel- Barnaby, and Joseph Dal- Cyndie Woodworth (Ed), Dustin, Gayle married his col- was levue las, Michael Gill, and many Rick Boyd (Edna), Tracy his sib- lege sweetheart, Wanda Jean em- Winery extended family members. Debus (Dave), Janea Haley lings Barbi, Joe, Benjamin, States in December of 1948. ployed across We are all forever grateful (Bobby), and Bret McKin- and Cynthia, his nephews In his own words, he always as an Val- for her wonderful spirit, ley; eleven great grandchil- Joey, Ryan, and Jacob, and said it was the best thing that engi- lecitos friendship, and love. dren, Billy Veach (Jennifer), his nieces Shania and Ella. ever happened to him. His neer at Road, where Walter lived for Celebrating and remind- Breanna Smoak (Jeffrey), Also all of his other amazing first job was in Milwaukee, Sandia the next 68 years. There, he ing us all of Jamie’s kind, Brandon Woodworth (Kim- friends and family. Timmy where his two daughters, Na- raised sheep, cattle, and the thoughtful, full of grace and berly), Christopher Veach, was known for his love for Deborah Gayle and Vickie tional occasional llama, as well as elegance, witty, sarcastic Cameron Veach, Samantha God and endless faith. He Lynn were born. In Decem- Labo- red oat hay and wine grapes. and funny as hell persona, a Cahoon (Levi), Jacob Boyd, would take mission trips to ber of 1952, Gayle relocated rato- For decades, he provided celebration of Jamie’s great Caitlyn Debus, Kylie De- Mexico to build churches. the family to Albuquerque to ries grapes to local wineries, life will be held on Saturday, bus, Chase McKinley, and He also inspired many men begin his 35-year career with both in such as Wente Brothers. February 24, 2018 from 2 Austin Haley; and eight to achieve sobriety through Sandia Corporation. In Oc- Albu- Walter was an exception- pm to 5 pm, at the Bankhead great great grandchildren, Salvation Army. Timmy tober of 1955, Sandia trans- quer- ally skilled mechanic, and Theater at 2400 First St., Chandler Smoak, Logan loved playing his harmonica ferred him to Livermore, que, was happiest working in his Livermore, California. Smoak, Jett Woodworth, to anyone who would listen. California to start as part New Mexico and Livermore, shop fixing or fabricating Leeland Cahoon, Mackenzie His endless love and laugh- of the original team for this California from 1949 to 1982 all the parts needed to keep Evelyn “Sue” Bone Veach, Violet Woodworth, ter will be greatly missed. new location. Until his re- when he retired. equipment running. Walter Livermore Daisy Cahoon, and Graham This isn't goodbye. See you tirement, Gayle worked for He was drafted into the worked very hard at being a Evelyn “Sue” Bone, Smoak. She was known to later, Timmy. The service Sandia conducting research Army out of a Japanese in- farmer, and enjoyed every affectionately known as look up to heaven and sweet- will be held at Callaghan and development of nuclear ternment camp in 1943. Tom minute of it. “Granny,” “Granny Sue,” or ly comment to Woody, “look Mortuary in Livermore, CA weapons under the Atomic was a member of the distin- In the fall of 2013, Walter “Nan” to most, passed away what we started” as she sat on February 2. The viewing Energy Commission. guished 442nd Regimental and his wife Joan moved to peacefully in her home sur- back in awe and amusement will be at 4:00 p.m. followed Gayle wishes to be re- Combat Team, US Army in Wisconsin to be nearer to rounded of the generations that came by the service at 5:00 p.m.. membered as a man who WWII, that liberated a Jew- her family. by loving from their love. Please come wearing bright loved his country and his ish concentration camp in He will be remembered family Sue was not only dedi- colors for this is a celebra- family; a devoted husband southern France and rescued for tremendous work ethic, on Janu- cated to her family, but she tion of Timmy's life! and loving grandparent. 200 soldiers of the "Lost Bat- his impish sense of humor ary 28th, made a life of caring deeply Callaghan Mortuary is Gayle is survived by daugh- talion" of Texas, which was and his never ceasing desire 2018. for others and sharing the honored to be serving the ters Deborah Millaway surrounded by the enemy in to help his fellow man. Sue was gospel. She taught hundreds Norwood family. An online (James) and Vickie Ner- southern Italy. They suffered Walter is survived by his born of children and adults the guestbook is available for vino (David), grandchildren 800 casualties and were the loving wife of 27 years Joan, April true meaning of serving condolences at www.cal- Blake Nervino (Allison); most highly decorated unit sister Margaret Andersen, 14th, the Lord. She was always laghanmortuary.com Jessica Nervino, Jack Milla- of all the wars. son Eric, stepchildren Kris- 1921 in faithful to attend and serve way (Ellye), brothers-in-law Two times a purple heart tine, William and Richard, Paducah, in her local church. Sue was Stanford Gayle Cain Dene States (Wanda) and recipient, he was sent to nephews Paul and Max, Kentucky a dedicated musician within Stanford Gayle Cain was Joe States (Maydona), sis- the hospital in Rome for and many grandchildren. to her caring parents Wil- the church, where she sang born in Hennessey, OK, on ters-in-law Linda Olmstead treatment and eligible to go He was predeceased by his liam and Lula Osborne, who soprano in the choir and February 3, 1925. He was and Melva Drury (Bill), home, but he chose to return parents Max and Christine, preceded her in death. She played piano and organ. For the third of six children born and more loving nieces and to his unit to support their son Tim, and brother Robert. was also preceded in death 77 years, Sue was commit- at the family farm to Samuel nephews in Oklahoma than missions. Walter will be interred at by her 8 siblings. ted to teaching or directing Glenn can be named. He and his beloved wife Memory Garden Cemetery Sue was raised in Lone Sunday School in her com- (Jack) He is preceded in death Sally celebrated their 74th in Livermore with a private Oak, Kentucky, and she munity churches - Lone Oak Cain by his father Jack Cain, anniversary on September 9, graveside service this spring. attended Lone Oak High Baptist in Lone Oak, KY, and mother Nora Cain, sister 2017. He is also survived by School. There, she met First Baptist Church in Los Nora Kathleen Hobs, and broth- his daughters June Ferreri, Jamie Sue Dallas Gill her husband, Woodson Alamos, NM, and Trinity O’Hern ers, A.B. Cain, Vern Cain, Sharon Takahashi both of Elegant, Sweet, Loving, “Woody” H. Bone in study Church in Livermore, CA. Cain. and Willey Cain. Gayle’s Livermore and his son Thane and Wonderful, Jamie Sue hall, where his curly hair Stubborn and witty, com- Gayle loving wife Wanda Jean Takahashi of Citrus Heights, Dallas Gill passed away caught her eye. They were passionate and devoted, attended States passed away in Oc- California; grandson Tony after a more than yearlong well-matched and married independent and selfless, elemen- tober 2015, after nearly 67 Ferreri of Pleasanton, Cali- strug- on June 27, 1937. Together she was a loyal friend and tary years of marriage. Gayle fornia; granddaughter Shau- gle they moved to Los Alamos, advisor. We reflect on a life school will rejoin Wanda when he na Sturgess of Livermore, with New Mexico in March of well lived, rejoice in hope, in a one is interred at the San Joaquin California and grandson cancer 1947 and then to Livermore, and are glad because you room schoolhouse named Valley National Cemetery Tyler Takahashi of Citrus on Jan- California in September of are home in the arms of the Surprise, and then gradu- on February 13, 2018. Heights, California. uary 4, 1959. Woody worked as a Lord. ated from Hennessey High Callaghan Mortuary A celebration of his life 2018. chemist and Sue spent much Celebration of Life will School in 1942. His studies is honored to be serving memorial service will be W e of her time as a homemaker be held on Friday, February at Oklahoma State Univer- the Cain family. An online held at 11 a.m. on Friday, are all and baking cakes for loved 9th, 2018 at 2:00 pm, at sity were interrupted after guestbook is available for February 16, 2018 at Cal- blessed ones’ birthdays and wed- Trinity Church, 557 Olivina one year by WWII in 1943. condolences at www.cal- laghan Mortuary, 3833 East and dings. Later, she enjoyed Avenue Livermore, CA. Do- He trained in the Army Air laghanmortuary.com Avenue, Livermore. A recep- grate- working at the Good Book nations can be made in honor Force as a radio operator tion will follow the service at ful to Store and being a Mary Kay of Sue Bone to Trinity Kids mechanic gunner on a B-24 the Elks Lodge, 940 Lark- have Consultant. In 1960 Woody Ministry or Hope Hospice. bomber. From October 1944 spur Drive, Livermore. her grace our lives with her and Sue purchased their Callaghan Mortuary is to VE Day, he flew 26 mis- wonderful soul and all her home on Cabrillo Avenue in honored to be serving the sions over Germany and Walter H. Detjens love. Raised in Santa Clara, Livermore. Sue and Woody Bone family. An online occupied Europe. After be- July 22, 1929 – Dec. 7, 2017 California, Jamie’s sweet were blessed with 40 years guestbook is available for Longtime resident of Livermore and darling soul charmed together until Woody passed condolences at www.cal- Walter Detjens, a long the lives of all she interacted on March 19, 1978. He was laghanmortuary.com time Livermore rancher and with. Mother of Diana and her one and only true love. farmer, passed away in Eau Ariella and bonus mother Their home on Cabrillo was Timothy Ray Norwood Claire, Wisconsin at the age of Ben and Lindsay, Jamie known for being a safe, Timothy Ray Norwood, of 88. exemplified the grace, charm loving place for family and aged 54, of Livermore, CA, Walter was born in Liver- and fortitude that every friends to gather, stop by for went home to God on Janu- more and graduated from mother strives to replicate. a snack, or to seek comfort ary 25, 2018. Livermore High in 1947. Her heart is huge; she leaves and advice. This is also the Timmy had a heart of His early years were spent on us with so much love, good- warm home where Sue went gold and loved everyone he True Winery property, where ness, kindness, and grace to be with the Lord. encountered. Rich or poor the Fenestra Winery now op- that we will keep leaning Survived by her family of he would treat everyone the erates. In 1945, the Detjens into and holding close for- 5 generations, Sue was truly same. ever. the matriarch of her family He is survived by his 10 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018

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This business is conducted NAME STATEMENT The date on which the reg- SUPERIOR COURT OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS Client Code:04126-00001 by a Corporation FILE NO. 539385-539386 CALIFORNIA, SPECIALIST II: 127) LOST/ FOUND istrant first commenced to Re: Legal Notice for The date on which the reg- The following person(s) do- transact business under the COUNTY OF ALAMEDA St. Jude Medical LOST Classified Ads istrant first commenced to ing business as: 1)Gaoiran fictitious business name(s) TO ALL INTERESTED Cardiology Division RED FANNY PACK The Federal Fair Housing transact business under the Properties 2)Tony’s Handy- listed above: N/A PERSONS: in Pleasanton, CA with keys Act, Title VII of the Civil fictitious business name(s) man, 4039 Pomona Way, Signature of Registrants: seeks qualified Regulatory Area of Buena Vista Ave Rights Act of 1964, and state listed above: N/A Livermore, CA 94550, is /s/: Darrell Lutz, General 1.Petitioner: Affairs Specialist II. Resp for preparing robust regulatory Livermore law prohibit advertisements Signature of Registrants: hereby registered by the Partner Tim Minh Nguyen Please contact Douglas for housing and employment /s/: Tim Seymour, President/ following owner(s): filed a petition with this court Adopt a new best friend applications This statement was filed with (for FDA or int’l regulatory (530)541-3413 that contain any preference, CEO 1)Tony S. Gaoiran Jr 2) the County Clerk of Alameda for a decree changing names TVAR limitation or discrimination This statement was filed Evelyn J. Gaoiran, 4039 as follows: agencies) to achieve de- ANNOUNCEMENTS on December 27, 2017. Ex- Tri-Valley Animal Rescue partmental & organizational based on protected classes, with the County Clerk of Al- Pomona Way, Livermore, pires December 27, 2022. 155) NOTICES including race, color, religion, ameda on January 2, 2018. CA 94550 Present Name: business objectives. 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To Place Your Ad, Call Your Account APR.COM Over 30 Real Estate Offices Serving Representative At (925) 243-8001 The San Francisco Bay Area Including the Tri-Valley 925.251.1111 12 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 REPORT STROKE (continued from page one) (continued from page one) suspected. swimming pools. receptacle. products. The Stroke article’s co- rapidly as patients who are to acknowledge that larger The ban will be enforce- The Pleasanton smok- Livermore earned a B on author, Jeffrey Klingman, Kaiser members, Nguyen- numbers will need to be able beginning on April ing ban affects all smoking smoke-free outdoor air, a D who is chair of the chiefs Huynh said. studied before reaching firm 5. The city wanted to give products in the apartments, in smoke-free housing, and of neurology for Kaiser in “We really thought that conclusions. landlords time to notify ten- an F in reducing sales of Northern California, said might be a hangup. If a non- In addition, as she re- including pipes, cigarettes, ants, and post signs about e-cigarettes, and marijuana. tobacco products. that one key to speeding up Kaiser member comes in and ported a medical conference the ban, said Pleasanton we don’t know their past in Southern California earlier Landlords must act on tenant The report says that 50% stroke response was learning Assistant City Attorney La- to carry out activities in par- history and couldn’t access this month, patients in their complaints. If they don’t, of the California population allel rather than sequentially. their medical charts, did that 90s often have other condi- rissa Seto. they face city enforcement, lives in communities “that The idea is not original slow things down? tions (called co-morbidities) Before the city acts on including fines. are still unprotected,” and with Kaiser – it is sometimes “It was a legitimate ques- that make hospital stays any complaints, landlords In the complicated scor- receiving an overall grade called the Helsinki model tion, but it turns out, there longer or riskier – atrial must show that they have ing system used by the Lung of D or F. for a much imitated fast- was no difference. Everyone fibrillation, for example, or put up signs, updated leases, Association for subcatego- The purpose of the an- response program pioneered was just so focused on the high blood pressure. and used their best efforts to ries, Dublin earned an A in nual report card is to in- in Finland – but applying it goal: has this patient had Once those added condi- enforce the ban, said Seto. crease public awareness of successfully to 21 hospitals a stroke, does this patient tions were accounted for smoke-free outdoor air and A landlord may create B in smoke-free housing and how well their communities across northern California is qualify for a treatment? under the 2016 program, a designated outdoor non- Then get going! Everything however, treatment returned reducing sales of tobacco are instituting measures to a substantial organizational smoking area at least 25 feet feat, as indicated by the else just falls in place.” 90-year-old patients to their products. prevent exposure to side- awards from the Ameri- Another surprise, she pre-stroke lives as success- away from non-smoking Pleasanton received a B smoke, which has been im- can Heart Association and said, is that during 2016, fully as it did patients in areas, both horizontally and in smoke-free outdoor air plicated by studies as a cause American Stroke Associa- Kaiser’s stroke response their 80s, 70s and younger, vertically. There must be in- and indoor air, but an F in of lung diseases. tion. program was as successful she said. dicator signs and a disposal reducing sales of tobacco for stroke victims in their Surprising findings 90s as for those who are One surprising finding younger. from the Kaiser stroke pro- The program treated TESLA gram is that non-Kaiser 62 patients that year, and (continued from page one) patients are being treated as Nguyen-Huynh is quick vehicle or trailer too much. good enough so that the Dublin CHP Capt. Chris- STOCKMEN The tables’ height is about 3 short-cut still looks good to topher Sherry and Officer (continued from page one) inches. They can slow traf- Waze users. Derek Reed told the audi- fic down to 25 to 45 mph, Recently, residents have ence about collision statis- the need for housing in the the Stockmen Deal. Many depending on their spacing been posting false informa- tics for 2017. On Tesla, there downtown. also thanked the Stockmen along the road. tion about police sightings were 55 recorded accidents, A Black Box Theater for coming forward with The winery’s owner, along Tesla, making it look 27 on Patterson Pass Road, would be located west of the the offer. Brett Caires, has organized like there are many more and 55 on Vasco Road. None park and a Science Center Dave Finster, president Tesla Neighbors Together police. That has had the of the accidents was fatal. on the northwest edge of of the Stockmen, said he (TNT) in an effort to get a effect of making the time * the park. Blacksmith Square could not believe the broad solution to what residents savings computed by Waze would be expanded to in- range and diverse groups of consider speedway driving go down. If not much time clude additional retail and people in support of this. by commuters using Tesla as can be saved, motorists will commercial uses. "We wanted a community a short cut from the Central stick with I-580 for their In response to a threat park and a diverse park Valley. commute, said Caires. of litigation if the housing where the whole town could Tesla Road residents ex- The county’s strategy were moved from the down- go and enjoy it." pect even more traffic in the includes trying to improve Don Staysa, board mem- Donate cars, trucks, town location, City Attorney future, now that the 4700- traffic flow on I-580 so com- Donate Jason Alcala proposed a ber, added that it is important unit Tracy Hills planned boats, tractors that every city recognize muters to Silicon Valley resolution that would direct community has been cleared won’t opt for the rural roads. Your staff to immediately initiate veterans for their service. and RV’s. Running It is also important for the for construction. The com- Art Dao, executive direc- or not. Tax a general plan amendment to munity is the largest ad- tor of the Alameda County Vehicle to allow for affordable housing community to realize the roots of this town. The roots dition ever to Tracy. It is Transportation Commission, Deductible. land use on Pacific Avenue. near Corral Hollow Road, Tri-Valley Staff would also initiate are agriculture. The rodeo said that the strategy has a zoning change to cor- brought this town to promi- which becomes Tesla Road been working, with more respond to the new general nence throughout the nation. after it crosses into Alameda traffic able to take the free- Conservancy plan designation. The city It is recognized as one of the County from San Joaquin ways. It will get even better would pursue a Request for biggest rodeos in the whole County. after Highway 84 to I-680 is Help Preserve Proposal (RFP) to identify a United States. Caires said that he came completed, especially when Land for Future partner to develop affordable Finster added, The rodeo up with the speed tables the interchange is finished, senior housing on the civic is celebrating 100 years idea by searching on the said Dao. Generations center campus and to take all this June. "What better way internet. He said he met with Haggerty said , "I was necessary steps to process to celebrate than with a County Public Works Direc- thrilled to see so many of my Call 1-888-686-4483 these applications for city ground-breaking of a park." tor Daniel Woldesenbet, who constituents turn out for this Tri-Valley or visit Lanning Thompson, council consideration at the approved of the idea. important meeting.” TriValleyConservancy.org earliest possible date. president of Interfaith Hous- The installation is fairly Conservancy Victoria Fierce from the ing, addressed the need for simple. All 10 should be California Renters Legal affordable housing for se- installed by May, a date Advocacy and Education niors. The organization, confirmed by Shawn Wilson, which is celebrating its 50th Fund called the proposed chief of staff for Supervisor downtown concepts a won- anniversary, has built three other complexes in the civic Scott Haggerty. derful plan with the ex- Haggerty founded the ception of the park. She center area. She noted that there is a waiting list of 1500 Rural Roads Group in 2002 pointed out that the land was to help solve commuter cut- purchased using affordable seniors seeking housing with housing money. State law a five year wait. "The goal is through traffic problems in says the land must be used to keep grandpas and gran- rural areas. for affordable housing, she nies like me off the street." Haggerty was at the said. A park provides zero The Stockmen have been meeting, and mentioned units. waiting since 1962 for a another problem that ties in Fierce said, "It's not dif- park. In that year, the city with the Tesla traffic rush. ficult to demonstrate that acquired 33 acres that com- Drivers are using the Waze the city has no intent to prise the civic center. The app on their smart phones build that affordable hous- property was provided to the to find the fastest shortcut ing out there (civic center). City for the development of to get to work. If they find 1st Annual Tech and Biotech Moving affordable housing a civic center, and for parks shorter times along Tesla, from the downtown creates and recreation facilities. that’s the route they choose. economic segregation. We The park on the property Caires told a reporter that Career Fair – Connecting are not afraid to employ was to be designated as a authorities installed some legal remedies to dismantle permanent memorial by the pullover areas where CHP Tri-Valley Companies and Talent Stockmen for the residents this segregation." offices could park. However, During the public hear- of the Murray and Pleasan- ton Townships who served drivers use the Waze app to ing, all who addressed the post that information. The February 6th • 4pm-8pm Stockmen Park deal spoke in in the armed forces of the United States. A park was result is that motorists slow support of moving forward. down just before they come Mercedes-Benz of Pleasanton Evan Branning noted that he never built on the property, represented 800 people who and the Stockmen’s memo- to the policed area, then signed a petition supporting rial was never designated. speed up again afterward. 5885 Owens Drive, Pleasanton That keeps the time-saving sponsored by:

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Chinese New Year's Celebration Set at the Bankhead Theater

A free Chinese New Year celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Sunday, February 18th in the Bankhead Theater lobby. It will feature traditional dancing, demonstrations, food and crafts. According to Chinese tradition, a different animal represents each year in the 12-year Chinese zodiac. 2018 marks the Year of the Brown Dog. The event will include a colorful and dramatic lion dance, one of the most familiar Chinese New Year traditions, by KungFu Dragon USA who will also perform an exhibition of martial arts. Xiaopei Chinese Dance will also be performing, and two presentations will be offered. Margaret Zhao of the Life Renewing Center will speak on “Chinese Health and Healing: The Art of QiGong” and a representative from the Dragon School in Oakland’s Chinatown will talk about the success of their innovative community street art program for young people and artists. Throughout the morning, an art activity station will (continued on page 3) Dragon - an illustration by Irma Grant Firehouse, Towne Center Host New Year's Festivities

In recognition and collaboration with Towne February 17. Arts Center, is hosting celebration of Chinese Center Books presents free The launch party starts Irma Grant, author of the New Year, Pleasanton’s public events with author at 11 am at Towne Center children’s picture book The Harrington Gallery at the and artist Irma Grant at Books, located on 555 Main Red Lantern, on Saturday, Firehouse Arts Center in both locations on Saturday, Street. Irma Grant will be February 17 from 11 – 1pm. signing books that will be The Red Lantern cap- available for purchase at the tures Chinese New Year book store as well as giving celebrations for even the a brief presentation, art youngest readers. activity and Q & A. The Red Lantern is a Following the signing, at story about a girl named 12:30 pm, a small gathering Annie who spends the day and discussion will be held helping Gung Gung, her at the Firehouse Arts Center grandfather, at his shop in on 4444 Railroad Ave. Chinatown. Unwittingly, where the oil paintings / she meets the Jade Em- illustrations of Irma Grant’s peror's daughter who tells children’s book The Red Annie all about the origins Lantern will be displayed. of the lantern festival, a Admission is free to both celebration that is part of events. modern Chinese New Year. In honor of Chinese New The Jade Emperor's daugh- Year celebrations, Towne ter needs help solving three Center Books in conjunc- Photo - Doug Jorgensen Tane Chan and Irma Grant at the Wok Shop tion with the Firehouse (continued on page 6) 2 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 Puppets Bring the World of Alice in Wonderland to Life

A fun musical adapta- ented performer who stars tion, DLUX Puppets’ Alice in San Francisco’s long- in Wonderland will bring running “Beach Blanket to life the classic tale of Babylon,” Lux has always Alice’s journey through been interested in pup- the marvelous world of the pets and has been actively Mad Hatter, the Cheshire designing and creating Cat and the Queen of innovative puppets for Hearts, in two performanc- nearly a decade. “Alice in es at the Bankhead Theater Wonderland” features seven in February. Filled with puppets, ranging in size custom-built puppetry and from just two feet in height digital scenery, the show is to over seven-feet tall. Each a visually-engaging, fam- one took between 100 and ily-friendly experience. In 200 hours to construct and addition to a public matinee each is different from the on Sunday afternoon, Feb- rest, both in the way they ruary 11, 2018, a second are built and in terms of performance the following style and scale. day will be attended by stu- Just designing and oper- dents from local elementary ating the puppets requires schools through a special complex engineering. arts educational outreach For example, playing the effort, sponsored in part Queen of Hearts requires by the Livermore Valley a hybrid of puppet and Performing Arts Center costume. “I literally have Education Fund. to ‘step into the character, In the production, all strapping myself into a of the characters Alice harness so I can wear her encounters are intricately- body while performing her engineered life-size pup- arms and head,” says Lux. pets, hand-built and voiced The Cheshire Cat is also Alice and the Queen by DLUX Puppets’ founder attached to a harness that Derek Lux. A multi-tal-

Strange Travel Suggestions Program Planned at the Livermore Library

In celebration of wald -- best known for his as the Executive Director Livermore Reads Together, critically acclaimed travel of Ethical Traveler (www. best-selling travel writer books, including Shopping ethicaltraveler.org) — a Jeff Greenwald will be pre- for Buddhas, Snake Lake, global alliance of travel- senting his one-man show and The Size of the World ers dedicated to human Strange Travel Suggestions -- brings the hand of destiny rights and environmental on Thursday, February 8, into his show: an impro- protection — and hosts the 2018, 7 pm, at the Civic vised monologue inspired recently launched Ethical Center Library on 1188 S. by the vagaries of wander- Traveler Podcast. For more Livermore Avenue. This lust. Audience members information on Jeff Green- event is free for everyone. step up and spin a colorful wald, visit his website at "Strange travel sugges- Wheel of Fortune—setting www.jeffgreenwald.com. tions," Kurt Vonnegut Jr. the course for each journey. Livermore Reads To- once wrote, "are danc- Greenwald's work has gether 2018, celebrating the ing lessons from God." appeared in many print book A Long Way Home by Indeed, it's those sudden and online publications, Saroo Brierley, is spon- inspirations and unpredict- and his one-man show, sored by The Friends of able encounters that make Strange Travel Suggestions, the Livermore Library. For world travel so wild and premiered in San Francisco more information, please illuminating. Oakland- in 2003. visit the library’s website at based author Jeff Green- Greenwald also serves www.livermorelibrary.net. Jeff Greenwald FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 3 Prize Winning Quartet Performs at the Bankhead Theater

Del Valle Fine Arts 40th arguably the most extraor- raising tempo, that tests bankheadtheater.org. High season continues with the dinary "late bloomer" in the virtuosity of the finest school student’s tickets are Calidore String Quartet on the classical pantheon. His players. Calidore's resume free but must be picked up Saturday, February 10th at masterworks came late as indicates they will be up at the box office. College 8:00 pm in the Bankhead he was 69 in 1923 when to the challenge, making a students’ tickets are $16. Theater. he composed his Quartet thrilling finale to an evening DVFA’s next concert is The Quartet – violinists No. 1. Titled "Kreutzer of extraordinary music. March 24th featuring cellist Jeffrey Myers and Ryan Sonata", it was inspired Tickets are $49 to $31, Austin Huntington who per- Meehan, violist Jeremy by a Tolstoy story. This available at the Bankhead formed with the Livermore- Berry, and cellist Estelle piece, while not precisely box office, 2400 First Amador Symphony last Choi – won the $100,000 program music, does evoke Street, Livermore, (925) year. Grand-Prize of the inaugu- the story’s passion, conflict 373-6800 or at www. ral 2016 M-Prize Inter- and tragedy. None of the national Chamber Music four movements follow Competition, world’s larg- a conventional form; the est chamber music prize. tempi, inflections, and inter- Their “deep reserves of play between instruments virtuosity and irrepressible shift constantly. The sonata dramatic instinct” (New is dramatically modern for Lawrence Livermore York Times) and “balance its time, yet withal intensely National Laboratory of intellect and expres- musical and moving. MARVELOUS sion” (Los Angeles Times) Beethoven's Op. 59 have won global accolades. quartets (1808) are con- MACHINES In 2017, they earned the sidered the first of his FREE one hour presentation Lincoln Center Emerging "middle period" works. He FEB 3 - FEB 24 Artist Award. Their most moved beyond the models 9:30am & 11:15am recent recording are quar- of Haydn & Mozart and tets by Tchaikovsky and infused the music with new Livermore School of Dance Mendelssohn recorded live ideas first showcased in his at the 2016 Music@Menlo Eroica Symphony. The C DANCE FOR A WISH Festival. Major Quartet begins with Benefit for The evening begins and a dramatic, rather spooky, Make-A-Wish Foundation ends with quartets by Men- slow introduction that Two Performances delssohn and Beethoven suddenly blossoms into Sat FEB 3 • 2:30pm & 7pm from the first half of the Calidore String Quartet a sprightly allegro. The 19th Century that can be following gently-rocking photo: John Buyer Photography readily labeled as "Early Quartet in D major, Op. 44 moves through a graceful andante is notable for the Romantic". In between is cello’s pizzicato lines. The GALA FUNDRAISER No. 1 (1938) is a confident minuet and a lovely andante FOR THE BOTHWELL an early 20th Century work, and mature statement from in the spirit of his beloved 3rd movement is a minuet defying categorization, by the once child prodigy, just "Songs Without Words", which abruptly transitions Gatsby Jazz Czech composer Janácek. newlywed at 29. It begins and ends with a driving, to an ending fugue. This is Felix Mendelssohn's not an ordinary garden va- Age Party with an energetic allegro, dance-inspired presto con GET yOUR GATSBy ON brio. riety fugue, but a headlong & PARTy LIkE IT’S 1925! runaway freight train of a Leoš Janácek, however, Sat FEB 3 at 7pm was no prodigy; he was fugue, played at a hair- NEW YEAR'S Sponsored in part by (continued from front page) allow visitors to create a Sponsored by Livermore Chinese New Year craft to Valley Performing Arts take home. Food, including Center, the event is free but FINEST RUSSIAN authentic Chinese dim sum online registration is recom- BALLET TRADITIONS and noodles, will be for sale mended. Everyone who Moscow Festival in the concessions area, and registers will be automati- a festive Community Altar cally entered in a drawing Ballet will be set up so visitors to win a colorful Chinese CINDERELLA can offer gifts such as fruit, Calendar. Must be present Tue FEB 6 at 7:30pm flowers or money for good to win. tidings of health and pros- For more information © Alexander Daev perity in the coming year. visit www.mylvpac.com 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018

2017-18 Young Musician Competition Winners Announced By Denise Leddon were chosen: Joey Zhu on perform their competition School, will perform the movement of the E Minor Massoud. The Livermore-Amador piano, Sean Lee playing pieces with the Symphony first movement of Rach- Chopin Piano Concerto No. Ticket information for Symphony Association has cello and David Davisson at 8 pm on the February 24 maninoff’s Piano Concerto 1. The Livermore-Amador the February 24 concert announced the winners of on flute. The last time there concert at the Bankhead No. 2 in C Minor. Cellist Symphony Association is at www.livermoreama- the 45th annual competi- were three winners was in Theater, Livermore. Sean Lee, a junior attend- thanked past LASA Compe- dorsymphony.org/tickets tion held October 1. Three 1974. Joey Zhu, a junior at ing Dougherty Valley High tition Chair JoAnn Cox or www.bankheadtheater. equally-matched winners These soloists will San Ramon California High School in San Ramon, will for her 44 dedicated years org and the Bankhead ticket perform the first movement of service to the Competi- office, 2400 First St., Liver- of Cello Concerto No. 1 in tion. The new chair is Jutta more, 925-373-6800. E-flat Major by Shostakov- ich. David Davisson will perform the first movement of Mozart’s Flute Concerto in G Major. He attends Livermore High School where he is a junior. Judges for the competi- tion were Lara Webber, Livermore-Amador Sym- phony conductor and music director, and Symphony concertmaster Kristina Anderson. Competition participant Alicia Zhang was selected to perform for the Symphony Guild on January 18. She is a fresh- man at Livermore High School and played the first Sean Lee David Davisson Joey Zhu Tickets Still Available for Evening with Eugene O'Neill and Carlotta

The names Eugene Galentine’s and Valentine’s where he wrote all his pick up at Will Call in the O’Neill and Carlotta Day holidays! final plays, including The lobby of the Firehouse Arts Monterey are synonymous In a twenty-year period, Iceman Cometh and Long Center on the afternoon and with the American Theater beginning with his first Day’s Journey Into Night. evening of the event. and for Tri-Valley residents New York production in These two masterpieces, Individuals with tickets the famous Tao House in 1916 and culminating with the latter published after to the cancelled “An After- Danville. In honor of these the Nobel Prize in 1936, his death, reestablished noon or Evening with Colo- famous past residents of the Eugene O’Neill trans- his position as America’s nel Charles Young” may Tri-Valley, the Museum on formed the Broadway stage preeminent dramatist and bring their tickets to the Main is welcomes Chau- from a place where com- the playwright who brought Firehouse Arts Center on tauquan Brian Kral and his mercial entertainment was realism and the American February 13th to gain entry wife, educator and actress king, into a laboratory for vernacular to the stage. to the replacement per- Dale Kral, to perform as theatrical experiments and Those who are interested formance of “An Evening Eugene O’Neill and his serious works that could in attending the Febru- with Eugene O’Neill and wife Carlotta Monterey examine the American ary 13th performance can wife Carlotta Monterey.” on February 13th at 2pm psyche. By the late 30s and purchase tickets online at All speaker series events and 7pm at the Firehouse 40s, he had disappeared www.museumonmain.org, are general seating at either Arts Center. O’Neill and from the American theatre at the Museum on Main the Firehouse Arts Center, Monterey were married he had helped to create, and during regular operating 4444 Railroad Avenue, for 24 years, and although would soon be dismissed by hours, or by phoning the Pleasanton, CA 94566 or their relationship was at critics and audiences alike museum at (925) 462- the Amador Theater, 1155 times tumultuous they as ‘old-fashioned.’ 2766. Tickets are $15 for Santa Rita Road, Pleasan- never divorced and Mon- He retired from the general admission, $10 ton, CA 94566. For more terey remained loyal to her public eye to a Chinese- for seniors (65+)/students information on the Ed Kin- husband’s legacy after his style home in the hills (with valid ID), and $7 for ney Speakers Series visit death. The performance on above Danville, California. Museum Members. Tickets www.museumonmain.org February 13th will be the Designed by Carlotta, Tao purchased by phone and or phone Museum on Main Brian Kral as Eugene O’Neill at the Boulder City perfect way to celebrate the House became the place online will be available for at (925) 462-2766. Chautauqua

FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 5 Benefit Concert Program to Feature Masterpieces by French Composers Valley Concert Chorale by French composers to Church, 2020 Fifth St., audience’s musical experi- interior of the instrument… about the Valley Concert will offer the community a benefit the Chorale. Livermore. ence. a flawless sense of Lisztian Chorale performances, unique musical experience The Tribute to French Mr. Glover will perform The San Francisco style incorporating its ticket purchases and audi- when concert pianist Daniel Composers will take place a selection of master- Classical Voice remarked, emotional depth.” tions, visit www.valleycon- Glover performs a collec- 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 17 pieces devoted to French "Brilliant, tender, whimsi- Proceeds from the per- certchorale.org or call the tion of piano masterpieces at the First Presbyterian piano music, with a special cal, sparkling…Glover formance will benefit the general information line at emphasis on Debussy in brought everything together Valley Concert Chorale. (925) 866-4003. commemoration of the into a well-balanced, evenly Tickets are $25.00. Glover, who has been 100th anniversary of the measured medium.” “The Advance tickets may be the Valley Concert Cho- great composer’s death. The elegance and civility of ordered by calling 866- rale’s accompanist since program will begin with Glover's approach was 4003, by email to info@ 1998, has performed in a harpsichord Suite in E musically unimpeachable." valleyconcertchorale.org, or 42 states and 25 countries minor by the great Jean- “Dazzling…golly can he www.valleyconcertchorale. throughout Europe, Asia, Philippe Rameau. Debussy play! I kept expecting org. North America, South will be represented by his smoke to emerge from the For more information America and the Caribbean. own three-movement Suite Pour le Piano. The second half of the concert will feature works that focus on musical representations of the wind by Charles-Valentin Alkan, Olivier Messiaen and De- bussy. The concluding three works by Debussy and Saint-Saens were inspired by their trips to Italy and Africa. Mr. Glover also shares his depth of knowl- edge of each composer’s work and style, breaking down the components of Daniel Glover the music, enhancing the

PUPPETS (continued from page 2) allows Derek to swivel his its debut last May in Walnut and feelings are powerful, body around 360 degrees, Creek. that she can change them making the Cat fly and The character of Alice and change her world in float and appear magical on is played by Lux’ wife, a positive way. Above all, stage. During the perfor- second grade teacher the show is a feast for the mance, Lux works alone Lauren Lux, who is also eyes, a fun and imaginative backstage putting on and the company’s education retelling of a familiar story taking off all the puppets by director. She developed a that will enchant audiences himself. performance activity kit, of all ages. After the show, Unlike the single-screen available to students at the both Derek and Lauren projections used in other show, which aligns with Lux will be available in the shows, DLUX Puppets Common Core literature lobby so members of the uses a “Live Virtual Set” standards and provides a audience can take photos by Steve Axtell, digitally- STEAM focus through the with Alice and see one of projected scenery that helps arts and engineering ele- the puppets close up. tell the story in a virtual ments in the puppet design. Tickets for DLUX sense. “When Alice falls In addition, Lux says, Puppets’ Alice on Won- derland on February 11th down the rabbit hole, the there is a social-emotional aspect for students since the are $17 for students and screen behind her really $20 for adults. The can be makes it appear as if she’s show’s underlying mes- purchased at the Bankhead falling into a massive hole sage is that Alice learns her Theater box office, 2400 down into the center of the words have more power First Street, downtown earth,” says Lux. DLUX than she realizes. The char- Livermore, online at www. Puppets’ production of “Al- acters in Wonderland teach bankheadtheater.org or by ice in Wonderland” made her that words, thoughts calling 383-6800.

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FIREHOUSE Imperial Woodpecker (continued from front page) lantern riddles. Will Annie paintings are generally on Display at Firehouse live up to the challenge and visual narrations of stories. find the answers before the “Every painting presents sun sets and fireworks light a new adventure: a means The Harrington Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center in up the night sky? Or will to express some favorite Pleasanton announces a large-scale single piece installa- the Jade Emperor's daughter memories, moments, and tion in the Grand Atrium Lobby exhibition space. Opening be barred from going home causes,” she notes. To February 16, and on display until March 10 is a showing for another year? explore more of her work: of “Imperial Woodpecker” by San Francisco native and Irma Grant is an artist, www.irmagrant.com first-generation Korean American artist Sarah Lee. writer and teacher. She For more information “Imperial Woodpecker” is approximately 6’ tall and 12’ was born and raised in on the Harrington Gallery in length notes Harrington Gallery Director Julie Finegan, the Netherlands, lived in exhibit, contact the gal- and is both a metaphorical and literal exploration of the Canada and Sweden, and lery at 925-931-4849, or Korean War. In explaining her idea for the work, the artist studied in France before visit www.firehousearts.org/ writes: “The weasels, squirrels, and other birds always moving to the United States harrington-gallery. Regular find a way to occupy the woodpeckers’ homes that they of America. Multicultural gallery hours: Wednesday, worked so hard in building. These species of woodpeckers themes dominate her art Thursday, Friday from are also extinct birds from human occupation and inva- and writing. She lives with noon-5:00 p.m.; Saturday sion.” her husband and their two 11-3 p.m. 4444 Railroad Regarding her influences and artistic life, Lee says daughters in Pleasanton. Avenue, Pleasanton. Dona- Grant notes that her tions always appreciated. that “as a woman and first-generation Korean Ameri- can, I embrace ideas of cultural hybridity, and play with multiple themes of cross-pollination and blending in my STEAM Activities Planned work. These include: cultural hybridity, aesthetic hybrid- The Livermore Public Library will host several ity, economic class hybridity, environmental hybridity, and Detail of Imperial Woodpecker STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and most importantly disciplinary and material hybridity.” She Math) activities for children this winter at the Civic Center develops her expression of these themes “in the form of srhlee.com The Harrington Gallery is located inside the Firehouse Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave. Children ages 5 and up narratives, using animals as symbols of humans to echo are welcome at these free events. the voices of the underrepresented—women, minority Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue in Pleasanton, Califor- nia. Regular gallery hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday • Saturday, February 10, 2018 1-3pm – Creative Valen- groups, and people of color—and to reveal their shared tines. Children will make one valentine to take home and histories.” from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Donations always one to give to our neighbors at the senior center. Born in San Francisco and now residing in Dublin, • Saturday, March 10, 2018 1-3pm – Recycled Troll California, Sarah Lee received her BFA at the Art Center appreciated. For more information, contact the gallery at 925-931- House. Children will create a troll house from recycled College of Design, and Masters from California College and natural materials. of the Arts. She is widely respected as both a painter and 4849, [email protected], or visit www. firehousearts.org/harrington-gallery. For further information, call 925-373-5504, or visit the a sculptor. Images and video may be explored here: www. library’s website www.livermorelibrary.net.

'Black and White in Black and White' Exhibition at the Museum on Main “Black and White in Americans in Early 20th- Doug Keister acquired garage sale. He immedi- hood as his canvas, Johnson where African Americans Black and White” Reveals Century America 280 glass plate negatives, ately made prints from crafted these ennobling were treated as second-class Dignity, Hope of African In 1965, 16-year-old originally found at a local some of the plates, reveal- images of his friends and citizens but lived their lives ing powerful, early 20th- family between 1910 and with dignity...You can read century portraits of African 1925. Equally as important about it and hear people Americans in Lincoln, as Johnson’s depictions of talk about it, but to actually Nebraska. These images are African Americans are his see the images is something now on display in a new images of blacks, whites, entirely different." traveling exhibition curated and other racial groups Additional related by Keister, Black and White together, an occurrence that programming will be an- in Black and White: Im- was almost unheard of at nounced on the Museum ages of Dignity, Hope, and the time. website (www.museumon- Diversity in America. The The Smithsonian Institu- main.org) and Facebook exhibition appears at Pleas- tion recently acquired 60 page. anton’s Museum on Main of these photographs for Black and White in from January 24 through its collection. Michèle Black and White: Images of March 18th Gates Moresi, curator at Dignity, Hope, and Diver- Black and White in the Smithsonian National sity in America is curated Black and White features Museum of African Ameri- by Douglas Keister, trav- striking photographs attrib- can History and Culture, eled by Exhibit Envoy, and Shown are two of the uted to African American underscores the importance presented with support from photographs. photographer John Johnson. of Johnson's work: “They California State University, Using his Lincoln neighbor- speak to a time and a place Chico.

FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 7 Review Noises Off: Fast-Paced and Enjoyable Farce

By Carol Graham David Judson. "When one Firstenberg as Brooke In 1970, Michael Frayn door opens, another shuts. Ashton, an actress hilari- stood in the wings watching It's a brilliant ballet of ously incapable of not only a play he'd written for Lynn comedic acting." acting but interacting; and Redgrave being performed. Judson not only skill- David Bryant, who portrays "It was funnier from fully directs Noises Off, the drunk Selsdon with behind than in front," said but also portrays the such funny authenticity one the English playwright. "I temperamental, aggravated wonders what was, in fact, thought that one day I must director of Nothing's On, a in the J&B bottle. write a farce from behind." sex farce that serves as the "We have a Broadway He did so a dozen years play-within-a-play. Noises star in our production ─ later, and today Frayn's hys- Off is set in three acts: Act David Bryant was the terically funny "Noises Off" I takes place at midnight first Marius in the Tony is joyfully bouncing off the of the Nothing's On dress Award-winning produc- walls at the Firehouse Arts rehearsal which reveals that tion of Les Misérables," Center in Pleasanton. The the cast, crew and sets are Judson said. "Beyond the Pacific Coast Repertory hopelessly unprepared; Act New York actor, we have Theatre's outstanding pro- II shows the play about a people traveling a long duction of the Tony Award- month later – from back- distance to be in this cast. winning play opened on stage; and Act III takes We have also sprinkled January 27 and will run place near the end of the some our own creative dust through February 11. show's run when relation- on this production to help it Noises Off takes its ships have soured, sets are resonate with our regional name from sounds made completely breaking down, audience here in California. offstage intended for the au- and actors scarcely try to Photo - Doug Jorgensen In the original production, dience to hear, which slyly cover up the mounting 'Noises Off' at the Firehouse Arts Center. all of the actors are British. hints at the exploits to fol- chaos. I chose to make three of low. Like a snowball rolling "My favorite act is Act a misstep, they could actu- "It's high energy, very Noises Off work is that the our actors American. As a breakneck downhill, the II, undoubtedly one of the ally get hurt in real life. It's physical, and likely the fun- actors in Nothing's On are result, our audiences will play picks up speed with hardest acts in theater for dangerous and exciting." niest play I've ever seen," oblivious to their quirks and be able to have a clearer each line until the satisfying a play," Judson said. "It For attendees it's pure, said Jennifer Stark (Dotty misunderstandings. That, understanding of when an end when audience mem- takes place backstage and, unleashed fun, and not until Otley). "We play extreme along with the fact that each actor is the character within bers are left awed, spent without giving anything long after the show has end- versions of personalities role has been superbly cast the play, or the actor play- and utterly delighted. away, there is literally a ed does one begin to marvel that we experience, almost to bring to life the essence ing the character. When in "Noises Off is an incred- 15-minute segment where at the expertise required to daily, as actors. Very over of each character, includ- character, they are British; ibly fast-paced and enjoy- anything that can go wrong pull off the intricate madcap the top." ing Stark, whose deadpan when they are not, they timing is uproarious; Ayelet able farce," said Director might, and if an actor takes action. Part of what makes (continued on page 9) Wines and Valentines Event to Benefit Museum on Main Love is in the air as members. The doors to opportunities. The evening purchased online at www. Museum on Main prepares the dining room will open concludes with an oppor- museumonmain.org, at for the 11th Annual Wines at 7:00 p.m. Guests will tunity drawing for over a Museum on Main during & Valentines fundraiser at be served a three-course dozen items contributed by regular operating hours or Castlewood Country Club dinner (choice of filet community members. by phoning the museum at on Friday, February 9th mignon, Covina sea bass “Many guests return (925) 462-2766. Tickets beginning at 6:00 pm. or vegetable risotto) served year after year for the purchased by phone and This year’s Sweetheart with appropriate wines great food and wine,” says online will be available for Sponsor is the Republic for each course. Between Executive Director for the pick up at Will Call in the Family of Companies and each course, there will be museum, Jim DeMersman. lobby of Castlewood Coun- the general sponsor is the a round of the traditional “But they also love the 2-bit try Club on the evening of LISI Corporation. 2-Bit Auction, in which auction, a fast-paced live the event. Cash, check, Visa The night begins with guests can bet quarters on auction where guests can and MasterCard accepted. a cocktail hour featuring a wide variety of small win prizes for the equiva- The Museum on Main is sparkling wine and a no prizes. A special game of lent of 2-bits, equal to one located at 603 Main Street host bar. Guests will be Heads or Tails will lead into quarter.” in downtown Pleasanton. programs, visit www. able to bid on silent auction a spirited live auction with Tickets to the event are For more information A scene from last year's museumonmain.org or call baskets prepared by Board a chance for some unique $95 per person and may be about current exhibits and (925)462-2776. event. 8 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gallery at Call to Artists: Art in the Vineyards ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 All equipment supplies, full PA with 4 Lee Ann Womack, All the Trouble Tour, Livermore Art Association Gallery, lo- the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton, 2018. Sunday May 27, 2018. Sponsored are welcome to join this class. Classes vocal mics, 4 piece drum set w/double Feb. 19, 2018 at 7:30 pm. Bankhead cated in the Carnegie Building, offers art 4444 Railroad Avenue. Donations by Livermore Art Association and cover drawing, painting, print-making, kick, guitar and bass amp. Any style Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. classes, unusual gifts, painting rentals, always appreciated. held at Wente Vineyards State Winery sculpture and ceramics. For further in- music. Bands welcome. Age 21 +. bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. art exhibits and information pertaining Quilt Display, work of Alex Anderson - 2 Dimensional Art, Photography, formation, contact Thomasin Dewhurst Place Live Music Club, 2562 Old First Beatles vs Stones, 8 p.m. Feb. 21. The to the art field, 2155 Third St., Liver- from vintage pieces based on traditional sculpture, Ceramics and Glass. Request at (925) 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ St., Livermore. Fab Four, represented by tribute band more. The gallery has been open since designs to newer, more contemporary information and application at ekeele@ hotmail.com or visit http://childrensart- Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- Abbey Road will engage in a barrage 1974 and is run as a co-op by local work, through Feb. 28 at Berkshire sbcglobal.net classesprojects.blogspot.com/ urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 of hits against premier Rolling Stones artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Matting and Framing Workshop, Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the last South Livermore Ave., Livermore. tribute band Satisfaction. Bankhead p.m. For information call 449-9927. Properties, 1983 Second Street, and one-day workshop geared to works Saturday from 12 noon-1 p.m. at Ga- Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, www. Members of the Pleasanton Art League Livermore. The public is invited view on paper. Learn various matting and lina’s Music Studio located at 1756 First regularly at: The Castle Rock Restaurant bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Public Art Circuit are currently the show during regular business hours. framing alternatives with a focus on St., Livermore. Confirm participation by in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- International Guitar Night, Feb. 23, exhibiting art at six businesses in the For information on the reception or to cutting single and double beveled-edge calling (925) 960-1194 or via the web- the 2nd Tuesday each month from Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Pleasanton - Dublin Area. Viewing arrange a private showing, contact Cher window mats. Bring an artwork and a site at www.GalinasMusicStudio.com. 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, small Livermore, www.bankheadtheater.org or locations are: Bank of America at 337 Wollard at 925-784-4679 or cherw@ frame. Equipment and materials will be Beginners are welcome. Bring some cover. 373-6800. Main Street, Pleasanton; Pleasanton cherw.com. provided. There will be a $10 materials music to share with the group. Ukuleles Vineyard View House Concerts presents Livermore-Amador Symphony, Wild Chamber of Commerce at 777 Peters Special Art Installation & Book Illustra- fee. Additional details will be provided are available for purchase. Small $10 Hoot 'N' Holler. Thursday, February 1, Water and Wonder, solos by the winners Street, Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & tion Event, Pleasanton - In honor of to registered students. Class is limited fee to cover meeting costs. 2018, 6:00 Potluck Social, 7:30 Music of the 2017-18 Competition for Young Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard Road, Chinese New Year, Harrington Gallery to 12. The class will be held Saturday Concert. Guitarist Mark Kilianski and Musicians. Feb. 24, 8 p.m. Bankhead Pleasanton; US Bank at 749 Main at the Firehouse Arts Center presents February 10, 2018, 10am-4pm. For WINE & SPIRITS fiddler Amy Alvey (aka Hoot and Holler) Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Street, Pleasanton; Edward Jones at exhibition of Irma Grant’s original oil more information and registration go Wood Family Vineyards, Fiesta Fridays share their love of American Folk music bankheadtheater.org, 373-6800. 6601 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin; and paintings from her children’s picture to: http://laspositas.augusoft.net/index. - Tasting room open from noon to 7 and Appalachian fiddle tunes. Hailing This One’s For You: The Songs of Barry The Bagel Street Café at 6762 Bernal book The Red Lantern. On public display cfm and search for class AL270 or call pm with live music from 4 - 7 pm. from the East Coast (now residing in Manilow - A Cabaret Tribute to a Pop Avenue Pleasanton. If interested in be- February 16 through March 14. February 925-424-1467. 1/26/18 Chaz & Ed; 2/2/18 The Monkey Asheville, NC), each are songwriters Legend, 2 p.m. Feb. 25, Firehouse Arts coming a member of the Pleasanton Art 17 special events with the author/artist: Call to Artists: Celebrate Women! Liver- Lizards; 2/2/18 The Monkey Lizards; dedicated to honing their craft. Instru- Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. League or for information regarding the Book launch party 11:00 a.m., Towne more Art Association Gallery coffee 2/9/18 Frankie Bones Trio; 2/16/18 ment swapping is common during a www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Public Art Circuit, call John Trimingham Center Books, 555 Main Street. Art & cookies served on Saturday, Feb. 10 The Midnights; 2/23/18 The Mundaze; performance. Sometimes they don two Jake Shimabukuro, ukulele master, Feb. at (510) 877-8154. discussion 12.30 p.m., Firehouse Arts from 11:30 to 4 pm while browsing the 3/2/18 Ky Thomason; 3/9/18 Frankie guitars, other times switching to fiddle 25, noon, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Special Winter Painting Exhibit - Jade Center Harrington Gallery, 4444 Railroad Valentine's Day boutique at the Carnegie Bones Trio; 3/16/18 Meshach; 3/23/18 and banjo, all the while seamlessly St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Fon Plein Air Group at Firehouse Avenue. For more info: 925-931-4849, Building, 2155 3rd St., Livermore. The Truth Without Fear; 3/30/18 Better blending their vocals as they sing songs org or 373-6800. Arts Center Harrington Gallery public or [email protected]. Gallery is featuring unique Valentine's Days. 2407 Research Dr., Livermore. infused with the vitality of the land- US Navy Sea Chanters Concert, Tues., exhibition spaces in Pleasanton. Instal- Regular gallery hours: Wednesday, gifts for your special someone. Open woodfamilyvineyards.com scapes which they have traveled. House February 27, 7:30 pm. Bankhead The- lation is on display January 11 through Thursday, Friday from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Wednesdays through Saturdays join Cedar Mountain Winery events: Port limit: 40 music lovers. RSVP at: http:// ater, , 2400 First St., Livermore, www. February 17. Students and devotees Saturday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4444 us 11:30 to 4, Sundays 10 to 2:30 Seminar and tasting, 3 to 5 p.m. Feb. vineyardview.pingg.com/HootandHoller - bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. of respected national and Bay Area Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Dona- during the Farmer's Market. The Gallery 10. Earl Ault, will guide participants hosted by Ann Brown & Steve Ketzler Forejour, Tribute to the 80s Mega Bands watercolor artist and teacher Jade tions always appreciated. hosts local artisans who make and sell through the history of Port and how it is Classic Albums Live: Led Zeppelin II, Foreigner and Journey, March 2 and 3, Fon. The Artists: Pam Della, Becky Special Art Installation – Large-scale Jewelry, Quilling, Felting, Ceramics, made. Taste a variety of award-winning Feb. 2, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Davies, Jeanne Kapp, Geri Keary, Loreta triptych “Imperial Woodpecker” by San Paintings, Pottery, Glass, Textiles, Cedar Mountain Winery Ports alongside St., Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Landucci, Catherine McCargar, Nancy Francisco native and Korean-American Photography, Novelties, Note Cards and other California and Portuguese Ports. org or 373-6800. or 931-4848. Partovi, Dori Sassin, Charlotte Severin, artist Sarah Lee. On exhibit at Har- much, much more. Light appetizers will be served. Tickets Tri-Valley Jazz Trio with guest Andrew Danù, March 16, Bankhead Theater, 2400 Larry Wilson. For more info: 925-931- rington Gallery Grand Atrium Lobby in Call to Artists: Celebrate Women! 2018. are $40 p/person. Contact the Tasting Speight, world class jazz alto-saxo- First St., Livermore, www.bankheadthe- 4849, or jfinegan@cityofpleasantonca. the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton. All submissions must have one woman/ Room for tickets. (925) 373-6636. Non- phonist. Inklings Coffee Event Room, ater.org or 373-6800. gov. Regular gallery hours: Wednesday, February 16 through March 10. The many women as subject. Image may be refundable advance paid reservations 530 Main Street, Pleasanton. Friday, Jazz Concert, March 22, 7 p.m. Barbara Thursday, Friday from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; artist notes: “The paintings were influ- any size. Fees: Two Categories, artist required. Port and Chocolate, noon February 9, 7PM – 9PM. Admission Mertes Performing Arts Center, Las Saturday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4444 enced by the Korean War. The weasels, self-selects: Emerging Artists, $5 for to 4 p.m Feb. 16, 17, 18. $20 non- free thanks to sponsorship. www. Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Donations squirrels, and other birds always find a first submission, $2 for an additional refundable towards wine purchases. trivalleyjazz.org Livermore. www.laspositascollege.edu/ always appreciated. way to occupy the woodpeckers’ homes one. Established Artists, $20 for up to Sip and Paint with Pinot's Palette, Feb. Calidore Quartet, strings, Del Valle Fine performing arts Granite Group: Plein Air Paintings of the that they worked so hard in building. two submissions. Digital Submissions 23, 10843 Reuss Rd., Livermore. Wine Arts, Feb. 10. Bankhead Theater, 2400 Austin Huntington, cello, Del Valle Fine High Sierras. January 12 – February These species of woodpeckers are due February 13, 2018. Email to: tasting 6 to 7; sip and paint 7 to 9. All First Street, Livermore. www.bankhead- Arts, March 24. Del Valle Fine Arts, May 17, 2018. Firehouse Arts Center Har- extinct from human occupation and [email protected]. Show guests must register to attend. www. theater.org or 373-6800. 5. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, rington Gallery. 26 artists from across invasion.” For more info: 925-931- will take place at the Livermore Library. pinotspalette.com/livermore. $49 Per California Feetwarmers, “Enough Spark Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or California and beyond, who come to- 4849, or jfinegan@cityofpleasantonca. People who feel they are not 'real' pho- Person. to Raise the Dead!” 8 p.m. Feb. 16, 373-6800. gether once a year to trek the High Sier- gov. Regular gallery hours: Wednesday, tographers are very much encouraged to Rodrigue Molyneaux, Sunday, February Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Kaki King, “A genre unto herself” – Rolling ras and paint onsite. Works will include Thursday, Friday from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; submit their framed photo of a woman 11th, bring your Valentine to for the Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Stone, 8 p.m. March 31, Firehouse Arts smaller pieces completed entirely while Saturday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4444 (great-grandma, perhaps) that they public release of the 2013 Cabernet or 931-4848. Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. trekking, and larger formats inspired on Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Dona- would like to honor by having it hung Sauvignon, Gold Medal winner at the Piano Concert, 6 pm Saturday, February www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. the adventures but completed in studio. tions always appreciated. in the show. As long as I am informed, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Tasting, 17, 2018. Evening celebrating Alexander Notable artists: Paul Kratter, Bill Cone, Pleasanton Art League, Alviso Adobe these type of framed photos will not and the 2013 Petit Verdot, Bronze Katsman’s 10 years as Livermore Valley ON THE STAGE Terry Miura, Kevin Courter, Kim Lordier, Show, March 2, 3, 4. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. be judged; but, will be hung to give Medal winner. www.rmwinery.com 3053 Opera’s Music Director. This solo piano Noises Off: Pacific Coast Repertory The- Suzie Baker, Lori Putnam, Michele 3465 Old Foothill Rd., Pleasanton. the subject honor. Curated by Barbara Marina Ave. Livermore concert will take place in a beautiful atre kicks off 2018 at the Firehouse Arts Usibelli, Greg LaRock, Jim Wodark. Youth Reception and awards on March 4 from Reynolds. Sponsored by: Elizabeth and Barrel Tasting Weekend, Livermore Valley private home in Livermore (location Center in Pleasanton. Starring Broadway Event: “The Outside Arts” Young@Art 2 to 4 p.m. John Nguyen, D.D.S., Livermore and Sue Winegrowers Association event, March given upon purchase) and will be headliner David Bryant (“Marius” in session: February 8, 4:30-5:45 pm. $15 Nordic Voyage: A Sense of Place, art Evans Photography 10 and 11, noon to 4:30 p.m. Join more followed by appetizers and local wines. Broadway’s Les Miserables) in the for residents, $18 for non-residents. exhibition Harrington Gallery, March Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday than 30 Livermore Valley wineries, meet Tickets for this concert will benefit the hilarious Tony award winning play that Students tour and discuss the exhibit, 2-April 7. Opening reception, March 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring winemakers and sample wines still in Orchestra of the Livermore Valley Opera. fondly pokes fun at everything that then head outside to create an art piece 1, 7 to 9 p.m. Works by members of their own materials and easels. Open development–right out of the barrel. Purchase early as only 60 guests can can possibly go wrong for a delightfully “en plein air.” Register at Pleasan- Nordic 5 Arts. Firehouse Arts Center, to all artists. Professional artist models Tickets $45 online and $55 day of at attend. Tickets $125. http://livermorev- dysfunctional touring theater troupe. tonfun.com, select “School Age,” and 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. (nude). No instructor. Students under event. 1 ticket, 2 days--Tickets are good alleyopera.com Flubbed lines, missed cues, cast fric- “The Arts,” then “Young@Art.” Class firehousearts.org. 18 need written parental permission to for Saturday & Sunday. www.lvwine.org We Banjo 3, Flamboyant Mix of Irish, tions, slamming doors, flying sardines. code is 4931. Painting Demo: Granite attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Bluegrass, and Old-Time Music, Feb. Shows run through Sunday, February Group co-founders Paul Kratter and MEETINGS/CLASSES Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. MUSIC/CONCERTS 17 and 18, Firehouse Arts Center, 11: Fridays at 8:00 p.m., Saturdays at 2 Bill Cone present a dual painting LAA/PAL meeting, Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m. Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Music 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sundays matinees demo, plus guided walk-through of the at the Bothwell Arts Center, 8th and H able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton every Sunday. 12:00 - 4:30. 1356 S. firehousearts.org or 931-4848. at 2 p.m. Check website or box office exhibition. Saturday, January 20, from Streets, Livermore. Guest will be Elisa for more info about the workshop, Livermore Ave, Livermore. http://ret- Pacific Chamber Orchestra, Golden to confirm availability. Reserved seat 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Regular gallery Kleven, children's book author and 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ zlaffvineyards.com Strings, 2 p.m. Feb. 18. Bankhead The- tickets are $19-$41. Purchase online hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday illustrator. No admission charge; visitors earthlink.net. Nor Cal Open Jam Nights, Thursday ater, 2400 First Street, Livermore. www. at www.firehousearts.org, 925-931- from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 welcome. Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- and Sunday nights, 9 p.m. to 2 p.m. bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. 4848, or at the center Box Office, 4444 FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 9 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. The Music Man Jr., Civic Arts Stage to attend. Some films are mature in Roger Bales: Avoiding California’s Next Park; Saturday, March 31, 2018; 8:30 must be pre-registered to participate. Animal Farm by George Orwell, Role Play- Company, March 16-25, Firehouse Arts content and may not be suitable for Water Crisis, Thursday, February 15, a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Egg Hunts at 8:30 http://ca-dublin2.civicplus.com ers Ensemble (RPE) production - Feb. Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. children. For more information or as- 2018, Rae Dorough Speaker Series. a.m.; 10:00 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. Children 2-18 at the Village Theater in Danville. www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. sistance, contact the Pleasanton Public Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., The book was adapted by Nelson Bond. Aquila Theatre: “Sense and Sensibility,” Library at (925) 931-3400, extension 4. Livermore. 373-6800 or www.bank- The animals have taken over the farm! March 22, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton. headtheater.org. Can they govern it better than the cruel St., Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. Bankhead Film Series: 7 p.m. March Tails at Twilight, March 2, 6 to 11 p.m. NOISES OFF humans did? Their primary law is “All org or 373-6800. 14, "Easter Parade," May 2, "Singin' in Palm Event Center, Pleasanton. Gala (continued from page 7) Animals Are Equal.” Is that for real, or Catapult, “Magic Shadows,” 3 p.m. the Rain," June 6, "Shall We Dance." event in support of Valley Humane from my character, 'I don't just fake news? See at how relevant March 25. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Society. Champagne reception, elegant are American, yet I didn't want people to come to the this 1940’s story is to our modern St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Livermore. Tickets $5 each. seated dinner and fun activities. Silent change one line in the theater worrying about their world, brought to entertaining life by org or 373-6800. and live auctions Sponsorship oppor- show." own problems and chal- RPE. Directed by Eric Fraisher Hayes, DANCE tunities and tickets are now available. The seven upcoming lenges in life; I want them produced by Sharon Ritchey. Perfor- COMEDY Moscow Festival Ballet, “Cinderella,” https://valleyhumane.org performances take place on to be able to relax and be mances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 Free Comedy Show every Thursday Feb. 6, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First 2018 Livermore Half Marathon & 5K, p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Feb. 2-18 at Sanctuary from 7:30-9 pm in the St., Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. Sunday, March 4, 2018. Start Line First February 2-3 and 9-11, with taken out of their prob- at the Village Theater, 233 Front Street, Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 First org or 373-6800. Street & S. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Friday shows at 8 p.m.; Sat- lems,'" said Judson, adding Danville. Tickets are $20-30; online at St. in Livermore. runliv.com urdays at 2 and 8 p.m.; and about Noises Off, "I want www.RolePlayersEnsemble.com; also at One Night, Three Women, Too Funny! AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS St. Patrick’s Festivities, Dublin. Green Sunday at 2 p.m. Reserved- people to relax, laugh, and Danville Community Center, 420 Front benefit Foothill High School at Tommy Auditions: Disney's The Little Mer- and white gala, Friday, March 16 at seating tickets are $19-$41. laugh some more. I want St., Danville; or call (925) 314-3400. T’s Comedy Club in Pleasanton on maid, Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre. 6:00 p.m.; Pancake breakfast, Saturday, The PG-13 rated show has people to have smiles on Reduced Shakespeare: “William Tuesday, February 6 at 5104 Hopyard Produced by Special Arrangement with March 17 at 7:00 a.m.; Dublin Lions Shakespeare’s Long Lost First Play,” Rd. Doors open 6:30pm, show starts Music Theatre International. Producer: Club Parade, Saturday, March 17 at two intermissions, the first their faces when they leave Feb. 9, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20.00 each or Kathleen Breedveld; Director: Brian 9:30 a.m.; St. Patrick’s Day Festival, is 15 minutes and the sec- the theater." St., Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. table of 8 for $120. Two item minimum Olkowski; Musical Director: Sierra Dee; Saturday & Sunday, March 17 & 18, ond is eight minutes. Wine, Judson's wish is coming org or 373-6800. purchase required. A silent auction will Choreographer: Catherine Delos Santo. 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Dublin Civic soft drinks and popcorn are true. DLux Puppets: “Alice in Wonderland,” begin at 6:30 pm. Proceeds will benefit February 10th at 11:00am and February Center; Shamrock 5K fun run and walk, available for purchase in To learn more, visit Feb. 11, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Foothill PTSA and Band Boosters. 11th at 6:00p; Callbacks (by invitation Sunday, March 18 at 8:30 a.m. the Firehouse lobby, and St., Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. Second City: “Look Both Ways Before only) February 17th at Tri-Valley Reper- Ben Santer: Fingerprinting the Climate pcrtproductions.org and org or 373-6800. Talking,” Feb. 16, Bankhead Theater, tory Theatre Rehearsal Space, 1020 System, Thursday, March 29, 2018, guests are invited to enjoy firehousearts.org, or call SF Shakespeare Festival: Romeo and 2400 First St., Livermore, www.bank- Serpentine Lane Suite 101, Pleasanton. Rae Dorough Speaker Series. Bankhead them during the show. (925) 931-4848. The Fire- Juliet, Sunday, February 11, 2018, 2 headtheater.org or 373-6800. Prepare 16-32 bars and bring sheet Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. 373- "We live in a bit of house Arts Center is located to 3 p.m. Pleasanton Library, 400 Old music in the proper key. No a cappella 6800 or www.bankheadtheater.org. a stressful environment at 4444 Railroad Avenue, Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. MOVIES auditions, and do not sing selections Spring Eggstravaganza - Emerald Glen right now. To quote a line Pleasanton. All Hands on Deck - Show brings you an Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Public from the production. Bring comfortable authentic American roadshow and radio Library, 6 p.m. first Thursday of the clothes and shoes that you can dance broadcast re-creation circa 1942. 8 month. The films are free and are in. No appointment necessary. Addi- p.m. Feb. 17. Bankhead Theater, 2400 screened in the Pleasanton Library large tional information, contact the Producer, First St., Livermore, www.bankheadthe- meeting room. Theme this year is "Turn- Kathleen Breedveld at 925-899-3451. ater.org or 373-6800. ing the Wheels." Everyone is welcome www.trivalleyrep.org

CHORAL Valley Concert Chorale, The Eternal Rose, Marten Lauridsen’s Lux Aeterna and GALA FUNDRAISER FOR THE BOTHWELL ARTS CENTER Daniel Elgar’s Requiem. March 17, 7:30 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, Pleasan- ton. www.valleyconcerchorale.org

MISCELLANEOUS Hagemann Ranch Open House. Tours of the 140+ year old ranch and free, family friendly seasonal activities. The last Sunday of each month, 1-4 PM. Go to www.livermorehistory.com for the monthly program. 455 Olivina Ave., Livermore. We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- centered book group led by a small group of book club veterans, with reading selections based on member recommendations and consensus. SAT • FEB 3 • 7pm No homework required– share your insights or just listen in! Contact Nancy Tingstrom Turner at ntingstr@yahoo. Get your Gatsby on com. Storied Nights: An Evening of Spoken and party like it’s Word. 2nd Thursday of each month. Features local authors reading their 1925! work 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee and Tea, 152 So. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Sponsored by LVPAC and Peet's. Information go to http://facebook.com/ StoriedNights Gatsby Jazz Age Party, 7 p.m. Feb. 3, Myles Romo and Ella Ruth Francis in the title roles of San Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th Street, Francisco Shakespeare Festival’s touring production of Livermore. Tickets at www.bankhead- 2466 8th St, Livermore • 925.373.6800 • www.lvpac.org Romeo and Juliet. (Photo: Jay Yamada) theater.org, 373-6800. 10 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018 BULLETIN BOARD

(Organizations wishing to run notices about the state of affordable housing in Eleanor Flatley at 925-846-8708 for more eight in order to reserve a special spot. the traditional social dance of Scotland. Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy in Bulletin Board, send information to PO California and new housing resources information. For additional information go to www. Make new friends and have fun while you Club. Feed your wonder about the Night Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care and services within Alameda County. This Tri-Valley GO (Grassroots Organiz- livermorehighalumni.com or emailing us at exercise! We welcome you to our class, Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the of Bulletin Board or email information to meeting is free and open to the public. ing) activities are as following. voter [email protected]. Questions Mondays 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Liver- 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- [email protected]. Include name Ohlone Audubon will meet Tuesday, registration at Pleasanton Farmer’s market may also be directed to Ray: 925-606- more Veteran’s Hall, 522 South L Street, ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. of organization, meeting date, time, place Feb. 6th at 7:30pm at Niles Discovery 9AM-1PM every Saturday. Joint meeting of 5518" Livermore. Or: Fridays 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 and theme or subject. Phone number and Church, 36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont. OFA EBC (Tri-Valley America) and Tri-Valley Sing for fun, Music Sing-a-Long, at Vineyard Ballet Academy, 39 California p.m. talk starts at 7:30 p.m.. For more info contact person should also be included. Meredith Elliot will present a program on Progressives for Our Revolution will be sing familiar tunes with other folks along Avenue, Ste. 110, Pleasanton. No prior visit us @ http://www.trivalleystargaz- Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) Least Terns - How diet plays a role in their held first Thursday of every month. Feb. 1 with piano accompaniment. The words dance experience or partner required. ers.org/ Eagles annual Crab Feed, all-you- recovery The California Least Tern is an (Thurs.) 6:30PM IBEW Hall (6250 Village of the songs will be provided. No musical A youth class (ages 8 thru high school) Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 can-eat, Feb. 17, 6 p.m. POE Aerie #609, endangered species largely due to habitat Parkway). SEIU UHW rep Doug Jones will experience needed. Most Mondays, from Mondays 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Pleasanton Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s 527 N. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Crab, loss. While a lot of effort in the recovery present City Initiative for Livermore and 11:00-12:00 at the Robert Livermore Com- is also available. Call Margaret Ward at costumes give free guided tours beginning pasta, salad, rolls, dessert. $45 per per- of this species is devoted to managing Pleasanton to lower Health Care cost and munity Center. Small fee. (925) 449-5932 or Sheena MacQueen at at noon, on the second and fourth Sundays son, tickets must be purchased in advance breeding sites and managing predators, improve quality of care. It will be followed Dress a Girl Around the World, an (925) 784-3662 for more information. of the month. Each tour includes the 1885 by Feb. 9. 449-6281 or 449-4557. not much attention is given to what this by business meeting. Potluck, bring a dish invitation to make simple dresses for girls Rotary Club of Livermore Valley Cottage and the 1891 Main House, and Docents for the Livermore species eats. No admission charge. Re- to share. Email [email protected] for in third world countries. Meetings are once invites interested individuals to attend its the beautifully landscaped grounds. For HistoryMobiie. Volunteers interested in freshments served. For more information information. Pleasanton GO Team Action a month. The next meeting is February morning meeting. Meetings are held every information on the Ravenswood Progress Livermore history and/or like working with go to www.ohloneaudubon.org. Planning Meeting on Feb. 8 (Thurs.) 7PM 17th, from 9 am to 3 pm at St. Michael’s Tuesday at 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & League (RPL) or the volunteer Docent children (mostly 3rd graders) are needed. Livermore-Amador Genealogical at Gabor’s home (1570 Loganberry Way, Hall, 325 Maple St., Livermore. Bring sew- Grill at the Las Positas Golf Course, 915 Program, please call the Docent Coordina- Mission is to teach children the history Society meeting 7 p.m. on Mon., Feb. 12 Pleasanton). Identifying projects such as ing machine or serger, iron, ironing board, Club House Drive, Livermore. For more tor at (925) 443-0238. of Livermore and instill in them a sense at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Community Choice Energy for Pleasanton. scissors, along with helping hands. (Those information, go to www.livermorevalleyro- Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social of pride in the city. There will be training. Ct., Pleasanton. Speaker will be Karen Email [email protected]. BART2Liver- planning to stay all day should bring a tary.org/ or contact Frank Vallejo, President group of retired men who join together to Time commitment could be as little as a LaDuca, Livermore FHC Docent, who more Coalition meeting Feb. 9 (Fri.) 5PM bag lunch.) Always accepting cheerful of Rotary Club of Livermore Valley, at 925- better enjoy their leisure time. Activities few days a year. There are usually have 3 will speak about searching Italian Civil at the Switch (1911 2nd St., Livermore). cotton fabric donations. Those who can’t 595-2004 or [email protected] include golf, bridge, photography, travel, docents at each school. If interested, call Records. No charge. Visitors welcome. Seeking coalition partners to bring BART make the Sew-Fest but would like to sew, Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- Nancy Mulligan, 925-443-3076 or E-mail For additional information contact: Kay to Livermore and connect to ACE. Email arrange for kits that can be sews at home. and experienced dancers are welcome. ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men [email protected]. Speaks, L-AGS Program Chair, email: [email protected] for more information. Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352-8447 Balkan, Israeli and other world dances, living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, Widowed Men and Women of [email protected]. Refreshments fol- Paws In Need Valentine Crab or [email protected] easy line and circle dances, no partners and San Ramon. The group meets for Northern CA, Feb. 7, 12:30 p.m. lunch lowing the program. Feed fundraiser on Saturday, February Counter Point (Addiction Family required, casual dress. $3 per session lunch on the first Thursday of each month in Fremont, RSVP by Feb. 5 to Vicki, 510- Tri-Valley Republican Women Fed- 3rd, 2018. Includes dinner, games, raffle Support Group), Counter Point is a free (first time free). Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest 656-1166. Feb. 10, 11:30 a.m. lunch prior erated invite all Women and Men to meet- baskets and auction items from 6-10 pm faith based, Christ centered (Al Anon at the Bothwell Arts Center (West end), Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about to play in Pleasanton, RSVP by Feb. 7 to ing on Thursday, February 8, 2018 to hear at the Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindbergh based) program designed to help individu- 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Information: the Tri-Valley SIR at www.trivalleysir.org Athene, 846-0111. Feb. 11, 1 p.m. general Special Guest Speaker: Tom Palzer, Chair- Ave., Livermore. All proceeds will benefit als with family members who suffer from George Pavel (925) 447-8020 or george. and the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. meeting and birthday lunch in San Ramon, man & State Coordinator for the Initiative local animals. Dinner tickets $75. Tickets alcoholism and drug addiction. We meet [email protected] For information or to attend a meeting, call RSVP by Feb. 8 to Marsha, 830-8483. to Repeal The Top Two Open Primary Law. are available online at www.Paws-In- Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. at Cor- Square Dance Lessons in Livermore, Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. Feb. ;17, 11:30 p.m. friendly bridge, RSVP Beeb’s Sports Bar and Grill Banquet Room Need.org, or by mailing checks to Paws nerstone Fellowship (348 North Canyons 7 p.m. at Del Valle High School, 2253 5th American Legion Post 47 in by Feb. 10 to Ruby, 462-9636. Feb. 18, 1 (At the Las Positas Golf Course), 915 In Need, P.O. Box 3436, San Ramon, CA Parkway, Livermore across from Costco) Street. All ages welcome. Dancing Thurs- Livermore is looking for veterans in the p.m. lunch in Pleasanton, RSVP by Feb. Clubhouse Drive, Livermore. Social time 94583. Contact event coordinator Cindy and Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. at St. days weekly from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Livermore area who are interested in 15 to Bette, 510-357-7873. Feb. 12, 12:3 6:30 p.m., meeting 7 p.m. Reservations Ferrin at [email protected] or 925-323- Michael Elementary School (345 Church No partner or special attire needed. For performing community service for young p.m. board meeting, RSVP by Feb. 21 to due by February 5, 2018 - call Jo Molz: 8517 for more information. Street, Livermore). For further information more information call Margaret 925-447- people and promoting veterans affairs. Athene, 846-0111. Feb. 25, 1 p.m. lunch 925-846-6155 / Cell/Text: 925-367-6155. 6th Annual Crab Feed by Livermore contact Kent (925-243-0211) or Rachel 6980 or [email protected]. Interested veterans will meet with other in Livermore, RSVP by Feb. 22 to Ruby, Include all names and a phone number or High School Alumni Assoc. Saturday March (510-501-1411). Italian Catholic Federation, meets like-minded veterans for camaraderie and 462-9636. email: [email protected] Members 3, 2018. Plenty of crab, pasta, salad, Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults who 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. support of veterans' causes. The Livermore NAMI Tri-Valley general meeting, Feb. $30, guests $35. bread & dessert. Live and silent auctions, get together for events like board games, Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 4001 American Legion Post 47 meets the 5, 7 to 8P45 p.m. at the Livermore Public Grief Workshop Schedule: Thursday raffles and games. Change of location to movies and fan conventions. Meetings Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Anyone who second and fourth Monday of each month Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave. Robert nights at 7:30 pm starting Thursday, "Shriners Center". Reservations are $55/ every Tuesday at 5:30 for dinner and board loves all things Italian is invited to meet to at 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial Ratner, MD, MPH is the Housing Services Feb. 8, 2018, Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018, person and may be purchased along with games A schedule of upcoming events celebrate the Italian heritage with monthly Building, 522 South L Street, Livermore. Director for Alameda County Behavioral Thursday, March 8, 2018, Thursday, March drink tickets by going to: http.//mkt.com/ can be found on Facebook at: Facebook. dinner meetings and holding charitable Enter the building from the ramp on the Health Care Services, and will be the 22, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, lhsaa. Order reservations for table of com/groups/TriValleyGeeks. Text Melody events. The group supports Children's Hos- 5th Street side. For more information go guest speaker. He will share information 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton.C all Evenson at 925-209-1214 for more pital research, college scholarships and to http://www.calegion.org/ or contact Bill information. other charities. For information, contact Bergmann at calegion.post47@gmail. Golden Circle Seniors, meetings Judy Wellbeloved, president, 462-2487. com or (925) 443-2330 or Roy Warner at Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center ClutterLess Self Help Support 925-449-6048. Interfaith Interconnect Religion Chat Set for Feb. 14 in the Robert Livermore Community Center, Group, nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, Eric's Corner is a free support group 4444 East Ave. Sewing, knitting and support group for people with difficulty dis- for people who are dealing with a diag- crocheting all year, saving items for the carding unwanted possessions. Cluttering nosis of Epilepsy. Everyone is invited to Interfaith Interconnect will present the February Religion Chat on Wednesday, Febru- annual bazaar in November. Ninety-five is a psychological issue, not an organizing attend these meetings. Meetings are held ary 14, 2018 from 5:00–6:00 p.m. at the Muslim Community Center East Bay, 5724 present of the proceeds are donated to issue. New meeting location: Parkview,100 at 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., second floor, W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite #100, Pleasanton. There is ample parking in the adjacent local charities. Valley Avenue (main entrance), 2nd Floor Pleasanton. We meet from 6:30 -8;00 lot. Doors will be open 4:30–6:30 p.m. to encourage attendees to visit with each other Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner meet- Activity Room, Pleasanton. Mondays on the third Thursday of each month. ings every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:30 except some holidays 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. For more information please visit us at before and after the official program. As always, this event is free of charge. Everyone is p.m. 530 Inklings Coffee Shop in the Ward- Come or call a volunteer at 925)289-5356 ericscorner.org welcome. robe Room, Pleasanton. Check website or 925-922-1467. More information at: Assistance League® of Amador The topic is, “What behaviors will get you thrown out of your religion? How has for meeting updates pleasantonlionsclub. www.clutterlesseastbay.org Valley invites all visitors to join this dedi- org. Pleasanton Lions Club is a non-profit Questers is an international cated group of volunteers, reaching out to this changed through the years?” Speakers are Christopher Andrus, M.Div., a member organization that seeks to identify needs organization of lovers of antiques, those in need in the Tri-Valley and having of Canyon Creek Presbyterian, San Ramon (Presbyterian Church in America), and Ken within the community and work together to collectibles, and history who encourage fun doing it. Regular meetings are held on Black, Livermore Stake, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Following the fulfill those needs. For more information or preservation and restoration of historical the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. presentations, there will be time for attendees to share in small groups. to get involved visit pleasantonlionsclub. landmarks. At chapter meetings, members at the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasan- org. All are welcome. learn about antiques, share and view ton. For more information, see our website, Religion Chat is a monthly interfaith forum held on the second Wednesday of the Have you been affected by some- members' collections, visit historic sites, www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, month at one of Interfaith Interconnect's 20 participating congregations in Livermore one's drinking? Al-Anon and Alateen offer museums and antiques shops and help e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ and Pleasanton. The group's mission statement reads, “To enrich, educate, and inform hope and strength for families and friends non-profit organizations with restoration yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. ourselves and others about the great diversity of faiths and cultures in our Valley.” In of problem drinkers. www.AlanonTriValley. and preservation work. Chapter meets Navy, Marine Corp & Coast Guard org, 925-277-7661, help@AlanonTriVal- the 4th Tuesday monthly from September Veterans. Meet with other like minded addition to Religion Chats, a variety of events are held each year to accomplish this mis- ley.org. to May. New members are invited to join veterans for camaraderie and support sion. To contact the group, e-mail [email protected]. For information, Learn Scottish country dancing the local Amador Chapter. If interested of veterans causes. The Fleet Reserve go to Interfaith interconnect.weebly.com or the group’s Facebook page. in Livermore. Enjoy the lively reels and call President Rickie at 925-292-8123 or Association is a chartered organization jigs and graceful strathspeys that are e-mail [email protected]. that provides a voice in Congress. Young FEBRUARY 1, 2018 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD veterans are highly encouraged to get training philosophies and schedules, and Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Sunday School at 10:20 am. For more 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: visit gatewaylivermore.org or call Larry involved in promoting the concerns of your all things TVTC, an all inclusive triathlon/ Livermore. Information, 447-8840. information, visit www.goodshepherd- Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. Trummel at 449.1444. generation. The local branch of the FRA marathon/endurance training program. Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, livermore.org or call (950) 371-6200. Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., Grace Missionary Baptist Church meets the first Friday of each month at www.trivalleytriclub.com. 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: in Livermore invites members of the 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial Build- Pleasanton Military Families is a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. community to Wednesday evening study, ing, 522 South L St., Livermore. For more a Pleasanton based support group for adult Bible study/Sunday school. For Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: John Knox Presbyterian Church, “Discovering the Bible.” Currently, the information go to www.fra.org or contact those who have a loved one serving in the information, call 925-447-1246. Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship subject is , “The Holy Spirit and His Work.” Roy Warner at 925-449-6048 or Loraine Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for The church address is 1759 Locust Street Maese at 454-1582. the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share at 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education in Livermore. Wednesday Bible Study Operation: SAM “Supporting All concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys www.calvarylivermore.org or 925-447- a.m. - Elementary aged children go to Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group begins at 6:30 p.m. www.gracembc.com Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military that are experienced. There is no better 4357. Kid’s Church following worship, nursery Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth Celebration Christian Center, 1135 support organization based in Livermore. support than being surrounded by others Granada Baptist Church, 945 available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. Bluebell Dr., Livermore. 455-4250. Sunday S.A.M. has been in operation since January who know what you are going through. Concannon Boulevard, Livermore. Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. Services: 9am, 10:30am; children’s pro- 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Three times per year, the group collects Services: Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; wor- - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors grams: 9am & 10:30am; Spanish service morale support of deployed troops. For supplies and sends care packages to the ship service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. 925-449-4848. St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) 3:00pm; Jr. & Sr. High: Wednesdays, 6:30- information or donations, visit www. troops. Contact [email protected] for 447-3428. Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925- 8:30pm. For more information on weekday operationsam.org, email operationsam@ the location of the next meeting. Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. Bible study and prayer group schedules, go comcast.net Livermore Military Families, a Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. Center for Spiritual Living to www.celebrationcc.org Depression and Bipolar Support support group for families in Livermore services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org Livermore Valley - People from all faith WINGS (Women in God’s Spirit) A Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets who have a loved one serving in the a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Valley Bible Church, Livermore, traditions, cultures, races and sexual faith enrichment ministry for women of Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's Military, is intended to be a safe place for org/ All are welcome. meets at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 South- orientations welcome. Sunday service all ages and life stages. Meets Thursday Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., family members to come and share their Faith Chapel Assembly of God, front Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs mornings, 9:30 – 11:30 am through May Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. experiences and concerns with others who 6656 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Adult Sunday 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting 10, 2018. St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ understand what they are going through. school 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Cedar Grove Community Church, place Hilton Garden Inn, 2801 Constitution Church, Borromeo Hall, 1315 Lomitas pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al All family members are welcome to attend Children's Church (Pre-K-5th grade) 11:15 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship Dr., Livermore. For more information Avenue, Livermore. For WINGS speaker Pereira, 462-6415. meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday a.m., Nursery to age 3, Women's Bible Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. contact [email protected] or visit presentations and events: stcharlesliver- Bereaved Mother’s Network of of each month at the Livermore Veterans study Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Senior Adult cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. us at http://csllvlighthouse.org. more.org, click on “Upcoming Events” the Tri-Valley meets the first Tuesday of Memorial Building, 522 South L Street Ministries meet every other month. For Asbury United Methodist Church, St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 and “WINGS”. Questions: Janet Schott each month, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Livermore from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more ministry information call (925) 846-8650 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconcil- Rincon Ave., Livermore. www.smbclive. 925-373-9346 or Phyllis Clearwater Civic Center Library, Small Conference information, call Tami Jenkins, 925-784- Trinity Church,557 Olivina Ave., ing Church, where all are welcomed. com or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. 925-337-4299 Room. The aim of the network is to allow 5014 or email livermoremilitaryfamilies@ Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services Sunday Worship time is at 10:00 a.m. Worship services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Tu B'Shvat bereaved mothers to make connections yahoo. & Children’s Ministry times now at 9AM Join us for new children and youth group family Bible school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study celebration. interactive presentation led with, share resources, and support other & 10:30AM. Small Groups also meet on programs. www.asburylive.org or call and youth ministry, Wednesday 7 p.m. by a Naturalist from Tree Frog Treks who mothers who have been through the worst RELIGION Sundays, and during the week at various 925-447-1950. Asbury UMC can also be Feed the homeless, Saturday 11 a.m. will bring some Reptiles & Amphibians experience of their lives, losing a child. First Presbyterian Church, 2020 times/locations. Trinity Student Ministries found on Facebook at Asbury UMC Liver- Prayer, 6 p.m. weekdays. for a hands-on look at their Animal [email protected]. Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contem- (7-12th Grade) meet on Sundays at 9AM more, where you find our most updated Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives Ambassadors and their relationship to Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open plative Service in the Chapel and 10:00 and on Weds. eve. from 7-9PM. Awana information and worship sermons. away clothing and other items every the environment. Sunday, February 4th, to new and established residents of the a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary meets Sundays from 3:30-5:30PM trinity- Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palo- Monday 10-12. Donations are also ac- 2018;10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bothwell Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the and children’s program For more informa- livermore.org or 925-447-1848. mino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. cepted on Mondays between 10-12. 4481 Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. After first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon tion www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. E. Avenue, Livermore. the presentation, there will be a potluck on the second Wednesday of the month, Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- Well Community Outreach Center Christ Church (a nondenominational lunch. Bring a dish that includes one of Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 ing the John Main tradition, every Monday ministry provides meats, canned and dry evangelical church formerly meeting in the seven species indigenous to Israel family activities, and monthly adult a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho (raisins, dates, figs, carob, olive, citrus or socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or a.m. Children's classes during adult wor- Claire La Scola at 447-9800. available prior to the start of the school Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., almond). Free to members. $5 per adult visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com ship service. AWANA children's program St. Innocent Orthodox Church, year). Those with an immediate need or Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; non-members. Community Resources for Inde- Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. 1047 Serpentine Lane #300, Pleasanton. who would like to donate nonperishable Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 HEAL Documentary Screening pendent Living (CRIL) offers services to Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. Sunday Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to food items, call the office at (925) 479- a.m. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org Thursday, February 15, 2018 7:00 PM. help people with disabilities and supports Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday and or call 925.846.0665. This documentary takes viewer on a them to live independently and participate Vasco Rd., Livermore. Sunday service at (831) 278-1916. Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Thursday 4 Unity of Tri-Valley is a welcoming scientific and spiritual journey Tickets in their community for as long as they are 10:30 a.m. Information 447-8747 or www. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up by appointment spiritual community for people of all faiths are $20 each. For more information, willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains uucil.org Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services only. The Outreach Center will be open and backgrounds. Children's program visit SoulConnectionHealingCenter.com/ offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore Congregation Beth Emek, Center for on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. every 4th Saturday to distribute bags from available. Ongoing groups and activities. heal-documentary or buy tickets at The to provide information and referrals and Jewish Learning, Prayer and Community Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at Fresh and Easy Market and Sprouts. This Rev. Micah Murdock, minister. 7567 Ama- Vine Cinema. provide community education at senior in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come will be on a first come first serve basis dor Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 Peace Concert and Sacred Gong centers and affordable housing complexes Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi and worship with us and to enjoy our between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2333 Nis- am Sunday service. www.unityoftrivalley. Meditation: Unity of Tri-Valley with to residents of Southern Alameda County. Dr. Laurence Milder, www.bethemek.org. hospitality. For more information call the sen Drive, Livermore. org. 925.829.2733. musician and singer Todd Glacy on March The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated church office 925-462-4802. Lynnewood United Methodist GraceWay Church worships at 10 25th. He will be the guest musician during Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can with the Congress of Secular Jewish St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary School, the service and then lead the concert and be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, Organizations (csjo.org). Information, Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) offers a friendly congregation where all 1454 Santa Rita Road while its new facility meditation afterward, starting at 12:00. by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. are welcome. Worship at 9 or 10:30 a.m. is being prepared. Services include band- Todd is an ordained minister, life coach, [email protected]. All services 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. Sunday service with Rev. Andrew Lobban, on Sundays with Sunday school for youth led worship music, Sunday School for yoga instructor, drum circle facilitator are free. First Church of Christ, Scientist, Priest-in-Charge, 10:00 am Eucharist with and adults at 10:30 a.m. and childcare at preschoolers and elementary through high and the creator of the Gong Journeywork DBE Daughters of the British Livermore, services 10 a.m. every music, childcare and Godly Play children both services. Contact Pastor Henry Kim school students. Infant care is provided. Wisdoming process. Light refreshments Empire, John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages education. at 846-0221, send an email to office@ www.gracewaylife.org (925) 846-4436. after the service. $10 love offering; all are Chapter in the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The Little Brown Church, United Church lynnewood.org or visit www.lynnewood.org. Grace Missionary Baptist Church, welcome. See http://www.sacredsoundan- a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month church and reading room are located at of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 The Church of Jesus Christ of meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. dliving.com/ and http://www.unityoftrival- at Castlewood Country Club. DBE was Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. Latter-day Saints--Livermore Stake: (925) 667-1610. www.gracembc.com. ley.org/. 7567 Amador Valley Blvd.,, suite founded in 1909 and is a nonprofit 501(c) which is open to the public, features littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- Sunday services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: Sunday School, 9:45 am; Sunday Worship, 108, Dublin. 925-829-2733. (3) organization made up of women of books, CDs and magazines for sale. For 2580 Sycamore Grove Ward 9:00 am; Windmill 11 am. Relevant and refreshing Bible B'rit Ahabah Messianic Congrega- British or British Commonwealth heritage information, call (925) 447-2946. Pathway Community Church, 1055 Springs Ward 11:00 am. 950 Mocho St.,: teaching. Pastor: Jeff Barger. tion, worship every Saturday, 11 a.m. and ancestry with a focus on charity and Sunset Community Church, 2200 Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contempo- Valley View Ward 9:00 am; Vineyard Hills Discovery Church of the Nazarene, at 193 Contractors Ave., Livermore. fellowship. Those interested in helping Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship rary Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 am. Ward 11:00 am; Mocho Branch (Spanish) 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor Congregation and Jews and Gentiles. with “the cause," enjoying social activities, service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service Children, youth, adult programs. Biblically 12:20 p.m.. 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community Liturgy presented in both Hebrew and and forming long-lasting friendships, starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's based practical messages, nondenomi- Tri-Valley Young Single Adult Ward 1:30 Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at English. Families are welcome. Blessing contact Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 church provided. A "Night of Worship" national. All are welcome. www.pathway- p.m.. 9:30 AM. Worship Service, Sundays at of bread and wine (or grape juice) follows or Jenny Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. communitychurch.org (925) 322-1222. The Church of Jesus Christ of 10:45 AM each service and all are invited to Oneg, a additional information. Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Av- fellowship meal. Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), In- p.m. Information, call 447-6282. 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. enue, Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, formation on programs and memberships, Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/ Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at 11:00 a.m. Worship. For more information 12 The Independent • FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Knights Help Raise Funds The Knights of Columbus joined forces with sixth grade students from St. Michael School, and their parents, to host Milestones a breakfast for hundreds of parishioners and visitors. This event raised much needed funds for the students to attend Science Camp this Spring. Science Camp is a popular weeklong field trip that engages young people in a program to explore the natural world, to build community with others, and develop skills. Working in small groups, students share their discoveries and grow as ecological stewards. The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic fraternal organiza- tion devoted to works of charity. They raise funds through various community events and donate the net proceeds to worthy causes, mostly in Livermore and the Tri-Valley region. Counter Custom Burgers Opens The Counter® Custom Burgers, the original, build-your- own-burger restaurant, opened its newest location in Pleas- anton, at Stoneridge Shopping Center . The Counter offers over a million possible burger combinations, along with a wide selection of signature burgers and burger bowls, bold sides and fries, refreshing milkshakes, cocktails, craft beers, and wines—all featuring the finest ingredients. "The Counter brings the Tri-Valley area a restaurant with vibrant energy, a broad selection of local draught beers and wines, and most importantly, the most delicious custom-built burgers on the market,” said Frank Chao, managing partner of the new location. “Pleasanton has been my home for the past 19 years and we are excited to bring The Counter to the community." The Counteruses all-natural and humanely-raised, no added hormones or antibiotics Angus beef, grass-fed organic Over the last two weeks, Foothill High School's Competition Cheer Teams successfully competed in back to back bison, all-natural chicken and turkey, and a house-made USA Regional Cheer Competitions. On January 13, 2018 both JV and Varsity placed 1st while at the USA Regional vegan/veggie burger for their burger and salad style burger Competition held at Deer Valley High School in Antioch, CA in the JV Show Cheer Novice Division and Varsity bowls. They are also serving the next wave in burgers, the Show Cheer Intermediate Division. On January 20, 2018 both teams headed to Orange County, CA to compete in plant based Impossible Burger. Gluten-free, vegan, and paleo the USA Regional Competition held at Yorba Linda High School in Yorba Linda, CA. JV placed first in the JV Show options are aplenty, in addition to a Kids’ Menu. Cheer Novice Division and Varsity first in the Varsity Show Cheer Intermediate Lg/Super Division. Both teams will For more information on The Counter, visit www.the- compete in the USA Spirit Nationals to be held in Anaheim, CA February 23-25, 2018. #wedontflywesoar. Photo - Kelly counter.com or follow us on Facebook.com/TheCounter- Redgrave and Trish Kearney Fenton. Pleasanton and Instagram @TheCounterNorCal.

Alameda County Fair Receives Top Honors

The Western Fairs Association (WFA) and the Interna- outstanding achievement in specific areas and to share suc- ration; (IAFE) Electronic Newsletter (E-blast), Promotional tional Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) have cessful ideas and programs with other fairs. Poster, Promotional Display Piece, Promotional Event recognized the Alameda County Fair with top honors for in- “We are incredibly honored to be recognized within the The Fair received additional awards in a variety of novation and excellence in competitive exhibits, agricultural industry for our continued efforts in making Alameda County categories for competitive exhibits, contests, agricultural programs & communications for 2017. Fair the best experience for our community each year,” said programming & events, advertising, marketing, communi- In all, the Fair took home 25 WFA Awards in its division Alameda County Fairgrounds’ CEO, Jerome Hoban. “We are cations, sponsorship, guest services, non-profits, and com- including nine 1st place, nine 2nd place & seven 3rd place fortunate to have such a dedicated team and look forward to munity outreach. honors. Alameda County Fair was also nominated for the more great things to come in 2018.” Venues Today consistently ranks Alameda County Fair Merrill Award, WFA’s highest honor, for its digital market- The Fair received first-place honors in the following among the Top 50 Fairs in North America. ing campaign. categories: (WFA) Social Media Campaign, Innovative The Fair is operated by the Alameda County Agricultural IAFE honored the Fair with 13 internationally recognized Marketing Strategy, Sponsorship, New Technology, Volun- Fair Association, a 501(c)3, non-profit organization, without awards: four 1st place, three 2nd place and six 3rd place. Both teer Program, Event within an Event, Interim Event, Collabo- any tax funding from the government. organizations sponsor annual awards programs to recognize