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VOLUME LIV, NUMBER 23 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol Prominent Local Climatologist Criticizes Paris Announcement

By Jeff Garberson now an international “leadership on several counts. economically as they try to live Ben Santer, the prominent local vacuum” that other countries will First, it is the leading per capita up to restrictions imposed by the fill somehow.” generator of the greenhouse gases See Inside Section A climatologist, joined many others agreement. in the scientific community last The Paris accord, reached in that trap heat in the lower atmo- President Trump’s announce- Section A is filled with week in denouncing President late 2015 and taking effective last sphere. Second, its scientists have ment that the U.S. would withdraw information about arts, people, Trump’s decision to withdraw the year, was an effort by nearly all the helped lead efforts to explain the from the Paris accord ignited a entertainment and special events. U.S. from the Paris climate accord. nations of the Earth to slow the rate many, complex factors involved storm of criticism from scientists There are education stories, a The announcement made for of human-induced climate change in climate change. in this country and abroad. variety of features, and the arts “a sad day,” Santer said. “It feels and reduce its devastating effects In addition, the U.S. is wealthy It’s not that there are no scien- and entertainment and like our country is diminished. on the planet. enough to be able to help de- tists at all who support the Presi- bulletin board. It’s smaller.” He said there is The U.S. was a key participant veloping nations that sacrifice (See CLIMATE, page 4) ‘Neighbors’ Closure in Valley with No Place of Charter to Sleep Schools Numbered 180 By Ron McNicoll Avoided A census of homeless people Students attending the Liver- taken one day in January shows more Valley K-8 Charter School 180 people in the Valley who were (LVCS) and the Livermore Valley not sheltered on the night before Charter Preparatory High School the survey was taken. (LVCP) will be able to extend The countywide survey was their school year instead of having taken on Jan. 31. Homeless people school end abruptly on June 5. were asked where they spent At a bankruptcy hearing on the night of Jan. 30. The survey Monday, a representative of TVLC has been conducted every two years since 2009 by EveryOne told Judge Charles Novack that it Home, a non-profit initiative that was unclear whether the lender has participation from Alameda could fund the schools on an in- County government, 14 cities in terim basis. "As a result, we have the county, and various nonprofits decided to inform our employees and interested builders. that they should not come to work. Data from the survey were tab- Photo - Doug Jorgensen There are insufficent funds to meet ulated. In further research, more The Foothill High School softball team poses with the North Coast Section Division I championship the payroll." than 1200 people were given an awards. They earned the championship by defeating James Logan High 6 to 2 in the finals. The lack of teachers would in-depth interview about aspects mean the schools would not be of their experiences. The whole able to operate. However, a col- report was released May 25. laborative agreement between the In addition to the 180 Valley Dubliners Picket Development Over School Planning Tri-Valley Learning Corporation people who had no place to stay, (TVLC) and its oversight agency, 102 Valley homeless people spent Dublin residents set up an in- up on the property. near Gleason Drive was defeated the Livermore Valley Joint Uni- the night in shelters. Those who formational picket line across from Typical of the signs were a 3-2 by a school board vote at the fied School District (LVJUSD), were sheltered represented 36% of a new development on the Camp couple that said, “Buyers Beware. board meeting May 23. provides for LVJUSD support that the 282 Valley people surveyed. It Park site to let prospective home- Schools are full,” and “We don’t The board majority referred to will allow LVCS to remain open at compares to 31% countywide who buyers know that they should not have enough money for new overwhelming opposition from least until June 7th and LVCP to had shelter. expect a neighborhood elementary schools.” among 81 speakers in an audience remain open at least until June 9th. A significant finding in the Members of Dubliners for school there. of 600 that said students and teach- Following the hearing, LVJUSD census shows that eight out of The picketers were out with Change said that they want to ers could be in danger, because the every 10 people surveyed were see local developers pay more in Superintendent Kelly Bowers, their signs on the weekend at the site is close to Santa Rita Jail, a tar- Ed.D., Asst. Superintendent Chris county residents before they were intersection of Dublin and DeMar- mitigation fees for schools. They get range, and a new East County Van Schaack, and Fiscal Director homeless. Many citizens think cus boulevards, near the future site also want the city to build a sec- Court Building. The board will Teresa Fiscus met Monday with that homeless people come from of a large residential development. ond high school on the East Side. be addressing its options to try to somewhere else, and wind up in They said the developer was show- An attempt to acquire an already secure a new site, but all would be their city or county, but “these ing model plans in a huge tent set developed site on Hacienda Drive (See CHARTER, page 8) are our neighbors,” said Elaine (See PICKETS, page 5) de Coligny, Executive Director of EveryOne Home. What is true countywide is also Superintendent Finalist Brings People Skills Event Looks true in Valley cities. Although no By Ron McNicoll I like to engage folks prior to deci- in use. at Economic specific numbers were available sions." Haglund serves as Deputy about previous residence in the The man identified as the fi- nalist for the Pleasanton Unified Such buy-in is important in the Superintendent of Educational Valley, most homeless in the sur- School District’s superintendent’s Pleasanton district. For example, Services and Chief Academic Of- Challenges vey said they previously lived in job sees open communication and some in the community criticized ficer in the Santa Ana District, Or- the Valley, said de Coligny. Past an academic year calendar change ange County’s second largest city. Lack of affordable housing, a stakeholder buy-in as important need to plan for upcoming genera- interviews with local homeless parts of leading a school district. decision by the school board sev- The district has an enrollment of shelter providers have shown the The finalist, David Haglund, eral years ago as a rushed one, 56,000. There are 62 schools, with tions, and the economic outlook same thing. a district administrator in Santa without enough consultation with a budget of $583 million. were some of the topics touched The count in Valley cities Ana, said, “I’d describe myself as a broader cross-section of schools Haglund was selected by trust- on during the Livermore Valley shows 18 unsheltered people in a collaborative, capacity-building and community. The board re- ees as the finalist after a search Chamber of Commerce luncheon Pleasanton and 21 in Dublin. leader. I don’t think I’m the smart- tracted its decision, and expanded process that included deliberations held May 24 at the Robert Liver- Neither city operates a homeless est in the room. I have the ability the process through another year by community members, faculty, more Community Center. to have people talk to one another. to come up with the calendar now (See HOMELESS, page 5) (See SUPERINTENDENT, page 5) (See CHAMBER, page 8) Helping Those in Need: Sandia Gillig Officially Welcomed to Livermore Physician Moves To East Africa By Carol Graham Tri-Valley residents need not By Jeff Garberson literal sense of the term. While worry if they notice buses around After a 27-year career helping some patients arrive by bus or mo- town marked Denver, Indianapolis, her fellow Sandia National Labo- torcycle – known locally as picki- Pittsburgh, or even Disney World. ratory employees stay healthy on pickis – many show up on foot. The drivers aren't lost, just test driving buses manufactured by Gil- the job, Stephanie Ball, M.D., has In some cases, that means walk- lig, Livermore's newest corporate moved to East Africa to apply her ing in from Tanzania, whose near- resident – one that comes with a medical skills in a vastly different est border is about 10 miles to the 127-year history of creating well- setting: rural Kenya. south. An equivalent effort in the paying, dependable American jobs. There, in the village of Matoso, Tri Valley would be to seek medi- On June 1, Gillig hosted a on the eastern shore of Lake Vic- cal care at Stanford-ValleyCare ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new toria, Ball has become medical Hospital in Pleasanton by walking state-of-art plant located at 451 director of a clinic that sees 50 to from Vasco Road in Livermore. Discovery Drive. 100 patients daily. The Matoso clinic deals with Gillig President Derek Maunus It is the largest of three clinics malaria, tuberculosis, snakebite, commented, "What a pleasure to welcome you to Gillig's brand new operated by Lalmba Association, dysentery and a range of other Photo - Doug Jorgensen home in Livermore, California. a nonprofit organization that has problems, according to the Lalmba Gillig officially opened its new headquarters in Livermore on Today really is a great day - not brought medical care to East Af- website. Malaria is the most com- June 1. Gillig built a 600,000-square-foot main facility, as well as just a great day for Gillig, not just rica since the early 1960s. mon cause of death for children a 50,000-square-foot building used for fabrication and assembly a great day for the city of Liver- The Matoso facility, opened under age 5, while a quarter of the and a 27,000 square-foot facility to prepare the buses for delivery more, the Bay Area and the state of in 1989, is a walk-in clinic in the (See AFRICA, page 2) at its Livermore site. (See GILLIG, page 12)

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Tauscher was one of four new University of California ing the New START strategic arms treaty with the Russian Beyond offering medi- Regents appointed last week by Governor Jerry Brown. Federation. The treaty was signed and ratified in 2010. cal care at its clinics, Lalm- The appointments are subject to confirmation by the state Tauscher left the State Department in 2012 and returned ba also supports extensive senate and are not compensated. to the private sector. She is an advisor to the Washington, outreach programs to bring Tauscher, 65, is a former investment banker who repre- D.C., law firm, Baker Donelson. A cancer survivor, she health education, immuni- sented the 10th Congressional District from 1997 to 2009. has been active on behalf of the National Comprehensive zation and prenatal care to A centrist Democrat, she supported business, national de- Cancer Network. more remote communities. fense and a balanced budget while advocating childhood Other new Regents appointed were: In an email from Ke- education programs, universal health care and a woman’s • Peter Guber, an entertainment industry executive from nya, Ball said that the right to choose. Los Angeles; clinic’s electrical system She served on the House Armed Services Committee • Maria Anguino, chief financial officer at the Minerva is assembled from solar and chaired its Strategic Forces Subcommittee, making her Project, an undergraduate and graduate education program, panels and batteries. Most tenure particularly important to Lawrence Livermore and and former vice chancellor at UC Riverside; and of the electrical equipment Sandia National Laboratories. • Lark Park, the governor’s senior adviser for policy. is run on batteries. There is Stephanie Ball, Now in After serving in Congress, she became Undersecretary of a computer in every room Africa but very few light bulbs. The clinic does have Las Positas College Taking Registration vehicles, although roads of a major epidemic. broken up by what she Even the bright color calls “lethal” potholes of their clothing seemed for Community Summer Programs to symbolize a love of life, make nighttime driving physics. New this summer an ability to rise above Registration is open for like Natural A's and Test- information, visit www.las- extremely risky. is the Friday only Real Com- hardship, which she found Las Positas College (LPC) Taking Secrets, and a new positascollege.edu/commu- Ball arrived last month puter Coding Camp for Kids, inspirational. Community Education adult Universal Reading course. nityed and follow the links shortly before the out- taught by Progressive Kids. Returning from Africa, and child summer camps. Community Education to the online registration and going medical director, One of the newest offer- approaching an age when Adult summer camps classes have no exams, no course listing page. Class another California doctor, ings includes TV News Pro- she could consider retiring, this year include Civic En- pressure, and are non-credit start dates continue through completed his tour. She duction. Instructor, Emmy she was inspired to offer gagement with LPC Media classes. August 2017. There are appreciated the days of award-winning freelance her services in a similar instructor Alex Galindo. The college is located hundreds of 6-week online overlap and the chance to television technician Pete environment. “If people Campers will learn how at 3000 Campus Hill Drive classes as well. www.ed2go. learn as much as possible D'Alonzo is offering classes like me don’t think there’s to responsibly and civilly in Livermore. For more com/lpccommed from him before he left. in the skills necessary to get anything in Africa, then we participate in the political In just a few days after a technical job in televi- risk losing an incredible process in today's climate. she arrived, Ball dealt with sion. Courses are designed resource,” she said. Camp consists of 3 modules: spinal tuberculosis; a pos- for high school graduates She has committed to Keeping Tabs on the Media, JUST LISTED - OPEN SUN. 1-4PM sible case of brucellosis, a looking for a career and for at least one year working which includes learning to highly infectious bacterial people interested in how it for Lalmba. The passing discern reliable information disease; and “a critically all works. Internships may months will tell whether from fake news and survey- ill pregnant woman with be available. cerebral malaria and se- she extends her service ing ethical standards in the or moves on, possibly to Online certification and vere eclampsia, having media; fulfilling civic duty, skill building courses like seizures.” another humanitarian or- safely and respectfully with ganization like Doctors Social Media Management The pregnant woman tips to engage in political and Data Analysis are also Kaaren Brickman was stabilized and trans- Without Borders. discourse in a positive way, 318 S. Livermore Ave. #104, Whatever the course of available. In August, Com- Livermore $899,000 Realtor and learning to protect our- 925.351.5049 ferred to a hospital for Luxurious turn-key 4BD/3.5BA, her future career, it is start- munity Education is offering [email protected] induction of labor, which selves from online bully- 2,154+/- sq.ft. condominium located in classes for teens going back CalBRE #01932119 ing out to be very different ing and misinformation; South Livermore just a short distance both baby and mother sur- to school in order to improve vived – a matter of joy at from the medical environ- and a refresher course on from the vibrant downtown dining ment at Sandia. their performance in class, establishments and shopping areas. the clinic, where, “as is U.S. Civics and U.S. Gov- 318SLivermoreAvenue.com common in a small, closed Ball grew up in Reno ernment. The camp is not community, the mother and attended the University designed as a forum for was related to one of the of Nevada both as an un- discussion of personal politi- staff.” dergraduate and a medical cal viewpoints, but rather a In addition to treating school student. She trained camp about participating in patients, Ball mentors four as a resident at University modern political life. nurses, who handle much of New Mexico hospitals, In addition to the adult of the medical care, while where she specialized in summer camp, several fa- overseeing the use of phar- internal medicine. vorite community classes maceuticals. She worked briefly for are back by popular demand. While she retains re- an HMO in Albuquerque Beginning Fencing for Kids sponsibility for the overall before joining Sandia’s with Sophie Rheinheimer quality of medical care, main site there. Follow- and summer Kids STEM she admires both the nurs- ing the grinding pace of camps in chemistry and es’ skills and their calm work at the HMO, which professionalism -- what resembled that of her resi- she calls their “aplomb” dency, it was a relief to -- in dealing with difficult find a civilized, normal cases, such as treating workweek at the national a patient experiencing a laboratory. malaria crisis, acute sickle A decade later, she cell symptoms or pneu- moved to Sandia’s Liver- monia. more site, where she re- mained for the 17 years 2017 Livermore Rodeo Parade A fifth nurse works in a remote clinic 45 min- until retirement last month. utes away over rough dirt In Livermore, she dealt roads, which Ball will with the usual range of visit weekly. This facility industrial medical issues sees most of the visitors ranging from sprains and from Tanzania as well as bruises to influenza and the most malnutrition, in heart attacks. part due to poverty and in She was impressed part to the distance from by the Laboratory’s wide Lake Victoria. Fish there range of educational and provide much protein to preventive services like nu- the diet. trition, fitness and mental Ball was inspired to health counseling. Sandia take the Kenya job by a was “a fabulous place to month working as a vol- work,” she said. unteer on the opposite side Working with profes- of the continent, in Sierra sionals in related health Leone in West Africa, dur- fields was a learning expe- ing the Ebola crisis of rience, and she continues to 2014-2016. learn at Matoso by working There, she joined teams closely with nurses and including Sandians that other staff who have prac- processed and tested medi- tical experience in dealing cal samples in a mobile lab with diseases that are not that the U.S. government common in the U.S. had provided as part of its Although internet con- contribution to an interna- nectivity there is a chal- tional assistance effort. lenge, she plans to maintain She was impressed by a blog about her experienc- the everyday attitudes of es at https://oneyearinke- local residents, people nya.blog who seemed full of joy and To learn more about happiness despite not be- Lalmba and its humanitar- ing materially wealthy by ian work, and to contribute, western standards and de- check the organization’s spite living in the shadow website, https://www.lalm- ba.org/

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Call 1-888-686-4483 or visit Proudlyly PrePresented by the Rotary Clulub ooff LiLivermore TriValleyConservancy.org June 8, 2017 • The Independent 3 VALLOU EY R NDUP Swalwell Gives Weekly Address The Weekly Democratic Address is delivered by a dif- Arrest at Emerald Glen Rep. Eric Swalwell (CA-15) - co-chair of the Democratic ferent prominent Democrat each week, alternating between Dublin Police Services detectives were conducting a Steering and Policy Committee and founder and chairman House Members and Senators. Future Forum is a group of patrol check of Emerald Glen Park in Dublin on June 1 of the Future Forum - delivered the Weekly Democratic 26 young House Democrats, focused on issues and oppor- around 1 p.m. Address. He highlighted Trump's budget assault on higher tunities for millennials. A citizen informed the detectives of a suspicious male education and Democrats’ commitment to restore Ameri- Swalwell’s address describes how his parents strived to in the Park. The detectives contacted the subject who was cans’ freedom to dream a better life for our children. give him and his brothers more opportunity than they had later identified as 25-year-old Dwayne Grady from Salida, Swalwell stated, “In 1941, President Franklin Delano themselves. However, this American Dream is becoming California. Roosevelt outlined four freedoms on which every man, harder to attain as college costs and debts rise, and good Further investigation revealed Grady was on probation. woman, and child should be able to rely: freedom of jobs remain hard to find. The address describes Swalwell’s Pursuant to his probation, a search of a duffle bag he was speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, freedom Future Forum visits to almost 40 U.S. cities to hear from carrying revealed gloves, a window breaking device, lock from fear. Our challenge in Congress now is to restore a millennials about these issues confronting this and other picking equipment, and a loaded sawed-off shotgun. fifth, uniquely American freedom: the freedom to dream. generations, and takes to task President Trump’s plans to Dublin Police Services Detectives placed Grady under The dream that our parents dreamed for us, and that we all raise barriers to affordable higher education. arrest for multiple felony charges. He was booked into dream for our own kids. With all of our hands and all of Video of the address is available at https://youtube/ Santa Rita Jail. our hearts, House Democrats are committed to expand your c4n8QrT9h8g. This investigation is currently ongoing. Anyone wishing family’s freedom to dream.” to provide additional information can contact Lieutenant Victor Fox at 925-833-6689. Pleasanton Police Introduce New App The Pleasanton commu- report abandoned vehicles, nity can now be more con- animal nuisances, graffiti Books for Shelter Children Family Beauty Salon nected to the police depart- and suspected drug activity Revenues from a book discount that stretched the ment thanks to a free new (not in progress). If desired, of 100-word stories that purchase as far as possible, mobile app. The app allows photos can be submitted were written and published according to Peggy Schim- users to submit crime tips, with the tip. by eight Livermore women melman, one of the authors receive alerts and view other “Our goal is to encourage have been used to purchase of Long Stories Short. department information. a deeper connection between 65 books for children at Tri- She said the writing The app also provides ac- the police department and Valley Haven, the Livermore group expects to purchase cess to the department's so- the Pleasanton community,” shelter. about 50 more books for cial media feeds, recruitment said Chief David Spiller. The book, Long Sto- Shelter children in coming announcements, safety tips “The app offers access to the ries Short, was written by weeks. Eliambrose’s Cuts ! and media releases. Other police department in a way a Livermore group called She expressed gratitude features include a link to the the community is most com- Wild Vine Writers, consist- to Towne Center Books for $2 Off $10 Off department’s online report- fortable engaging – through ing of eight women with its generosity as well as to COLOR OR HAIRCUTS HIGHLIGHTS ing system and a unique their phones.” Reg $13 - $20 connections to teaching and Swirl Wine and Tapas Bar Reg $50 - $90 property function that allows The free mobile app was education. in Livermore’s Blacksmith users to log property (includ- developed by Apex Mo- Long Stories Short is Square for its support of $8.99 MILITARY CUTS ing photos). The property bile (formerly Cloudspace available on Amazon and writers including the book log may be exported and Mobile) and is available (925) 245-0588 on the independent book launch party last month. 120 S. 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He has addressed Jane Lubchenco, now a have been galvanized to try ley Chamber of Commerce recently held events observed. Tri-Valley groups several marine biologist at Oregon to take some kind of action. where the focus was on the need for more af- Santer, who works at times in recent years ranging State University, said, “It’s “Mayors, governors, fordable housing. Lawrence Livermore Na- from retiree associations to hard to imagine anyone con- faith leaders, scientists and tional Laboratory and is the Valley Study Group to sciously choosing to leave a business executives under- There is a quality of life issue involved for church organizations. workers. People who live where they work will a member of the National legacy of impoverishment, stand what is at risk…and Academies of Science, said Following the Trump an- economic disruption, in- see the powerful economic have more time with their families and to become nouncement, Santer wrote a involved in their communities. in an interview that one part creasingly bizarre weather, potential and moral im- of his concern is that one column for the website of health impacts ranging from perative in shifting to renew- Businesses are impacted in that the lack of an Scientific American maga- heat strokes to spread of able energy…and investing affordable and a diverse housing stock makes it constructive effort is being eliminated – the Paris accord zine and commented for diseases, rising sea levels in science and monitoring difficult for them to attract and retain its work- – without a replacement for a news summary carried and flooding — but that is to guide future decisions. force. it. He compared the problem by the scientific journal, just what the president has There is strong economic The problem is made worse when areas where to trying to eliminate Obam- Nature. done.” momentum to continue these there is tremendous job growth, such as Silicon acare without a new program In the scientific American However, she went on to actions” in the absence of Valley, do not provide adequate housing. This to take its place. blog, Santer complained that argue that there may be at the U.S. government, Lub- has pushed the problem of providing the hous- “I think we saw how the Paris decision indicates least one silver lining in the chenco said. ing into other communities, such as those in the disastrous that was and is,” that “science and rationality Tri-Valley. he said. “It seems like the lost; willful ignorance and What is missing from the discussion is the overriding concern was to narrow self-interest won… need for schools and parks for new residents. fulfill a campaign promise” “Our President owns ca- Paris Withdrawal Called How schools and parks would be paid for and rather than to solve a serious sinos, hotels, and golf cours- built should be part of the development equation. national problem. es. He does not own our “Magnificently Stupid” In Dublin, residents have taken to picketing He noted that the pres- atmosphere and our oceans. a new development to make prospective buyers ident’s proposed budget Those are part of the global commons. The health of that Among the many com- rich and poor, agreed to aware of the lack of adequate schools in the would eliminate roughly 70 cooperate to reduce the rate percent of U.S. Department global commons concerns ments from people stunned vicinity. all of us. With the decision by Pres. Trump’s announced at which carbon dioxide The community needs to work with develop- of Energy funding for the accumulation is changing kind of research that has led to leave the Paris Climate decision to withdraw from ers to make development complete by adding Agreement, the President the Paris climate accord was the heat content of the at- schools and parks. to the current understanding mosphere. of climate dynamics and has seriously jeopardized the this from the public diplo- health of the atmosphere and macy expert who spoke in Among other things, the change. agreement had to do with He also noted that the oceans we share with other Livermore in late April: it citizens of this planet.” was “magnificently stupid.” “fairness” when nations very president has not appointed different standards of living Dublin Corrected 17 a science advisor and has In the Nature article, he The comment was made is quoted as saying that, by Robert Gallucci, who in that generate very different filled few of the vacant po- amounts of carbon dioxide Faults to Open Slides sitions that demand scien- “Far from ‘Making America late April discussed nuclear Great Again,’ this decision diplomacy and international must work together for the By Ron McNicoll CalOSHA inspectors, said tifically competent people, common good. Three Cal-OSHA inspec- Erika Monterroza, a spokes- such as Administrator for condemns the United States tensions as part of the Rae to becoming one of the 'has- Dorough Speaker Series. Trump “destroyed that tions of water slides at The person for the department. the National Oceanic and At- compromise…putting Wave in Dublin’s Emerald The slide operator, in this beens' of history. We will be- Gallucci is an internation- mospheric Administration, a America first as if we did Glen Park in April turned up case Dublin, must com- government agency that sup- come increasingly irrelevant ally respected authority and 17 violations. All were cor- municate with the equip- to the rest of the world. They professor of public diploma- not share the atmosphere ports the work of thousands with the rest of the world… rected by the time the same ment manufacturer to make of scientists doing research are going forward; we are cy at Georgetown University inspector revisited the park sure everything is working going backward.” in Washington, D.C. It is fair to say that his cal- on the Earth, its atmosphere culation was magnificently May 26. well, and maintenance of and oceans, including the Santer’s criticisms were In an email to the In- The park’s water fea- the equipment is understood, far from isolated in the world dependent, he noted that stupid.” tures opened for public use said Monterroza. use of satellites and severe At a second level, the weather forecasting. of science. The president of “the weight of scientific May 27. Approximately 90 Some of the 17 violations the American Physical So- thinking” indicates that that decision indicates Trump's minutes later a 10-year-old found by the Cal OSHA “It’s clear that there’s a belief that compromises are pattern of behavior here that ciety, Laura Greene, called “small changes in average boy was slightly hurt when inspector in April had to do Trump’s decision “flawed.” temperatures over decades” “bad deals.” They “make us he apparently was propelled with Dublin being unable this particular administration The president of the Ameri- will lead to a “profound losers because they make out of his lane on the 80-foot to provide documentation does not value science, does others winners.” Emerald Plunge slide. He got about various procedures not value climate science can Association for the Ad- and negative impact on the vancement of Science, Rush quality of life for the human He said Trump dimin- up almost immediately, said that are required to help en- in particular, thinks it’s ir- ishes or abandons alliances a witness. sure the slide’s safety. Holt, a physicist and former race.” relevant to the needs of the and trade agreements like Assistant City Manag- Others violations ap- United States,” he said. congressman, warned that The damage is expected er Linda Smith, who was peared to be potential physi- “choosing not to address to be the “irretrievable loss NATO, NAFTA and the Iran In recent years, Santer nuclear weapons accord, nearby when the accident cal hazards, for example, has become a prominent climate change abdicates our of species, rise in sea lev- happened, said that the boy’s installing required emer- leadership role in a critical els…amount and location promising to “make better spokesperson in climate deals than his predecessors parents reported after being gency eye-wash equipment research. In part, this is science policy issue and puts of arable land and…other checked for injuries, the boy in some areas, but not in current and future genera- fundamental conditions on could negotiate over the last was recovering at home. re others. due to his reputation for 60 years.” scientific excellence. He has tions at great risk.” the planet.” The city shut down Em- Qualified Dublin fire per- Nature magazine pub- Focusing on international He believes “the chances erald Plunge immediately, sonnel are inspecting the won a number of national that the president can do this and international science lished comparable com- political consequences, he and also another 80-foot-tall four slides still in operation ments from scientists at said Trump’s decision can are nil,” and “will inevitably slide, the Dublin Screamer, before The Wave opens each awards, is a member of the universities and other insti- be understood at two levels, endanger the security and until more is learned about day. The state inspector not- prestigious National Acad- economic health of our na- the accident. As of early ed that the fire department emies of Science and is one tutions from research centers both damaging to the welfare around the U.S. and Europe. of the U.S. tion.” this week, the slides were must continue to conduct of the most frequently cited In his view, “the presi- still closed. Four other slides the inspections, until city One such comment, rep- First, he has “destroyed climate researchers in the dent’s approach to these are open. staff has been trained to do world. resentative of made others, (the) compromise” by which Finding violations be- so. When staff is trained, was made by the former the U.S., China, India and issues reflects profound ig- Santer goes out of his norance and arrogance that fore water slides are cleared Emerald Plunge and Dublin way to make himself avail- administrator of one of the nearly 200 other countries, to open is not unusual for Screamer will reopen. government agencies that is clinical in its character.

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(Opinions voiced in let- project EIR for the extension ever some residents with Think about it! The ag- to build Jordan Ranch now ters published in Mailbox to Isabel. Canines have not yet got gressive behavior you have named Cotton Creek School Downtown are those of the author and Extending BART from “The Hang of It." observed from your Canine as K-8 school instead of a do not necessarily reflect the Development there about 0.7 miles in the The City has provided with the Leash attached to full middle school. Only in Don and Linda Milanese opinion of The Independent. median and on to the former sidewalks and walkways their Collar will disappear Feb. 2016, did the Board Livermore The Independent will not SP railroad grade under for us to walk our Canine when attached to a harness pass a resolution to build a We need to plan our publish anonymous letters. and the Canines are giving the westbound I-580 lanes Friends, but some “Dog- 2nd high school with 2500 downtown development All letters are required to would reach the high UP/ Walkers” still insist on mak- their “Head." have the names of the per- capacity in east side of Dub- with a clear vision—an or- ACE trestle, no longer in the ing a detour into the street lin. ganized master plan that sons submitting them. Abu- to avoid a confrontation of constricted freeway median. Lack of Vision After the resolution was takes into account how all its sive letters may be rejected their Canine with an on- Jegadheesa Murugesan A West Altamont intermodal passed, Board employs Terra elements relate and coordi- or edited. Frequent letter coming Canine also out Dublin writers may have publica- station and nearby train yard Realty a real estate firm to nate. We need to also include there would achieve the for a walk. This presents a Dublin has gone through tion of their letters delayed. dangerous situation as the a phase of extreme growth look for high school sites how the 8-acre development Letters should be sent by goal of AB 758 (connecting and gave directions to look interacts with the adjacent BART and ACE), but better streets are provided for auto- for the past decade or so. In email to editmail@com- mobile traffic and after dark for a site with 2000 capacity parts of downtown. and at much lower cost. 2006, Dublin school board puserve.com) and with the increase in in- instead of 2500 capacity it We need to make sure the An immediate answer to of trustees decided not to attentive drivers addicted to build a 2nd high school and passed resolution on. Terra downtown reflects the com- clogged traffic over the Al- BART to ACE their cell phones, this could decided to expand the exist- Realty found a commercial munity’s vision rather than tamont would be HOV lanes Robert S. Allen, BART prove to be a fatal error for ing high school to accom- building of 13.2 acres oppo- the developer’s vision. Last over the pass, and a massive Director, District 5, 1974- the Canines and Walker! modate 2500 students. site the 3rd largest jail in the year Livermore was almost park/ride facility at Grant 1988 This subject can be Since then, irrespective state as the optimal location forced into accepting a plan Line /I-580 in far eastern AB 758 (amended April summed up with whose of the ground reality and for the 2nd high school. Fal- that grew without a traffic Alameda County. 18), would give legislative “Will” should be respected, choosing the mid-level pro- lon Middle School is twice study or without clear input blessing to a new agency the “Will” of the Canine jection numbers from de- the size of this commercial from citizens on open space, planning a connection be- Dog Friendly Town II or the “Will” of the Dog- mographer projections of building. The community housing density, or hotel Jack E Johnston tween BART and ACE. It Walker. The more the Dog- student enrollments, DUSD had to come together to op- preferences. Livermore Walker exerts their “Will” conceives extending ACE in consistently has been short- pose this land as a feasible Yes, we need a hotel. . I have noticed that some over the Canine the worse a widened freeway median sighted in planning for the location to house 2500 kids . soon! But it needs to be from Greenville Road to a residents of Livermore are the situation is going to get. or as a safe option for the one that fits into our larger getting “The Hang of It” future. BART connection (Dublin The Canines are perfectly students to be right across vision for Livermore. Last when it comes to our Canine capable of dealing with the Priority was given to or possibly Isabel). the street from the 3rd larg- year we were presented Friends meeting each other “Meet and Greet” ritual building elementary schools Livermore's General (which helps the developers est jail in the nation. with a mediocre hotel with Plan (per 2011 initiative on the city byways, paths themselves; they have been and parking lots. They are to sell homes) while ignor- Our city's growth is al- no parking and complicated petition) favors extending doing this for thousands of letting their Canines be in years! Give your Canine ing the fact that if there is a ways in plain sight but the turns on downtown streets to BART initially to Isabel, control of the “Meet and their “Head” and let them huge elementary growth in- board always hides behind even gain access. and then along I-580 to a Greet” ritual and all goes go thought this “Meet and flow it is common sense that the demographer projected Let’s start with the big Greenville/I-580 station. well with this meeting. How- Greet” ritual on their own. the kids will move through numbers and hasn't ad- picture this time and fill it BART is about to release its On another thought, we grades and will end up in dressed the growth of mid- in logically. do not put collars on horses, middle and high schools. dle and high school needs, we put them in a harness. First visible public uproar which are going to explode Alarming Implications Collars are meant to hold came in 2015 where there in the coming years. Stephanie Ericson their License number and was a town hall for talking The board has floated Dublin I.D. Tags. Collars were not 2 biggest bonds (Measure Trump has taken the U.S. (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) about District Optimization Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala meant to be a place to at- committee's discussion re- E for 99M and Measure H out of the Paris Climate Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) tach a leash. Why treat your Editor: Janet Armantrout sults and recommendation. for 283M) to prevent over- Agreement. What a reckless Canine Friend differently The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., Board assured that there crowding but did little to step backwards! But not Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional than you would treat a horse. would be no cap nor bound- prevent overcrowding. surprising from someone entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998.T he Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. Put the Canine in a harness com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, ary change and there would Lack of Vision and ex- who heedlessly rejects the 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. and attach the leash to the be a new middle school ecution strategy over the worldwide scientific con- Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 harness. How would you past decade is leaving the sensus that human-caused during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. like a collar around your coming up in Jordan Ranch Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. community with a worri- global warming is real threat neck attached to a leash. to address the middle school www.independentnews.com growth. Board finally chose some future. (More MAILBOX, page 10) June 8, 2017 • The Independent 5

other four trustees, who, with the staff, students, par- learning and tools and tech- SUPERINTENDENT under Brown Act rules, con- ents and community leaders niques. However, it is not an (continued from page one) vened an official meeting throughout our district who academy set up for students of the board. Miller was work together to make edu- to learn exclusively on-line. administrators, support staff, their unofficial choice, trust- to see how well Haglund has It’s all there in the class- students and parents. ees, staff representatives, done there. joined on the early visit by cation a great experience for Interim Superintendent Mi- all students.” room,” said Miller. A decision on hiring Ha- and administrators traveled Trustee Mark Miller vis- Working in the tech field glund will be on the board’s to Santa Ana on Friday and ited Santa Ana last Friday, caela Ochoa, Assistant Su- Miller noted that Ha- perintendent Odie Douglas, glund started the Advanced himself, Miller has been regular meeting agenda June Monday to sound out their because he could not be interested in promoting the 13. In order to double-check counterparts in that district there on Monday with the and board secretary Roseann Learning Academy within Pryor. the district in Santa Ana. district’s use of technology Miller met with two San- “They use a lot of on-line to enhance learning. ta Ana trustees, community LARPD Reports on Finished Projects members, graduates , and The Livermore Area Rec- the Robert Livermore Park shop, and run a gift shop on various school employees, reation and Park District snack shack. site. They hold annual events and visited a school site. NEW BIKE Board held a budget work- Outreach to underserved including the Victorian Tea, “I came away more con- SHOP shop Wednesday evening, groups has continued with Old-Fashioned Ice Cream vinced that we are making followed by a regular meet- community meetings, a Social and Victorian Yule- the right choice. I went (to IN TOWN ing. scholarship program through tide. Directors thanked RPL Santa Ana) to be informed, As part of the workshop, the LARPD Foundation and volunteers for their years of and I ended up being in- Ask About Our Group Rides the Board and staff reviewed Kaiser grant-funded swim service. spired,” said Miller. WE SERVICE the status of the 2016-2017 lessons. The Board also acknowl- In a prepared statement District Goals. The Parks During the regular meet- edged the District earning a few days before the board ALL BRANDS & Facilities Division was ing, the Board recognized the Ted Winslow Safety meeting in Santa Ana, board Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm successful in providing the Ravenswood Progress Award from the California president Joan Laursen not- maintenance during flood- League (RPL) for providing Association of Park and ed Haglund’s wide range FREE Bike Pick Up & Delivery in the Tri-Valley, ing conditions this winter. 20 years of docent tours at Recreation Indemnity, an of experiences in 29 years when you service your bike or purchase a new one! Parks appearance is gradu- Ravenswood Historic Site. insurance pool to which as an educator. She wrote, ally improving following An 1890s Victorian estate, LARPD has been a long- "He demonstrates genuine FREE the drought. An Asset Man- Ravenswood is open semi- standing member. Every respect and empathy for all BICYCLE SAFETY agement Study and Plan monthly for public tours pro- year and a half, the district functions throughout the My Buddy’s Bike Shop INSPECTION to identify future repair vided by costumed volunteer is eligible for this award, district. We believe that his 1601-B Railroad Ave, Livermore and replacement needs for docents. The RPL started in which is given to member warm and personable na- District infrastructure was 1997 and is dedicated to the agencies for completing ture will help him connect 925.583.5454 completed. restoration and preserva- rigorous requirements that As part of the capital tion of the historic house help prevent loss and im- improvement budget, the museum, which is on the prove safety. If the District following projects were fin- National Register of Historic successfully passes the site ished: Sycamore Grove Park Places. Nearly 100 people inspection, records inspec- interpretive nature education have volunteered with the tion and safety committee improvements, Cayetano progress league since its in- requirements, the award can Park soccer netting, May ception, many for long spans be given. It also provides Nissen Swim Center locker of time. RPL has invested a significant discount on room floor replacement, time and money in purchas- insurance premiums for the various improvements to ing furniture, decorations next year. Safety of employ- Extended Student Services and other period pieces for ees and the public is a prior- buildings, the Sycamore Ravenswood. Its members ity at LARPD. Safety Com- Grove trail from Valley View created an exhibit in the mittee Chair Fred Haldeman into the new extension and carriage barn and blacksmith received the award on behalf BEST. CONCERTS.AMPHITHEATER 8PM EVER. of staff and the Committee. PICKETS (continued from page one) more expensive than the $47 The protesters said they district and the city is try- million location that trustees also believe that developers ing to work out a solution turned down. should be paying more for concerning conditions under SUGAR RAY PLAIN WHITE T’S JANA KRAMER JOHN MICHAEL MONTGOMERY CLINT BLACK Although there is a 12- sites. The developer at Camp which the district would take JUNE 16 JUNE 18 JUNE 21 JUNE 23 JUNE 28 acre site marked on a map for Parks signed a mitigation possession of the land. a school in the Camp Parks agreement that locked the After the special agree- LIVE HORSE RACING development, no money company into a mitigation ment was signed, the school board raised mitigation fees FREE has been identified to build fee for the school district of WITH FAIR ADMISSION one. The city was going to approximately $5 per square to about $10 per square foot. lease the land cheaply to the foot of residential construc- The state has given permis- school district. However, the tion. According to observers, sion to raise the fees to Level council took up a suggestion the school board consent- III, approximately $20 per by departed Councilmember ed reluctantly, believing it square foot for new devel- Kevin Hart and decided to would get them a school, but opment. However, much WESTERN WEEKEND require, if possible, that the so far the city still controls of Dublin’s future growth JUNE 16-18 school district eventually the designated school site. already has been approved pay the city for the land. A committee involving the at the Level II fee of $10.

BEST. MEMORIES. EVER. HOMELESS SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT FAIR SCHEDULE JUNE 16 JUNE 17 (continued from page one) Opening Day Fair Hours: 11AM–11PM Daily Cattle Drive Western shelter. Other things cited were affordable housing problem Carnival Hours: Wed–Thurs, 12PM–Closing, Fri–Sun & July 3 & 4, 11AM–Closing Kids Free Weekend 8PM Nightly Until 5PM* In Livermore, there were personal relationships, 12%; came from a 74% decline Big O Tires Concert Series: Presented by Con Funk Shun in federal and state fund- 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular: 9:30PM Budweiser Grandstand 141 unsheltered people, and substance use, 12%, physi- Military FREE: All Day Every Day, with valid Military I.D. Western Weekend 102 in shelters. Livermore cal health issues, 10%, and ing since the 2008-09 fiscal Sugar Ray has shelters sponsored by incarceration, 6%. year. Available funding in JUNE 18 JUNE 19 JUNE 20 JUNE 21 JUNE 22 JUNE 23 JUNE 24 several organizations. Those Asked what might have that year amounted to about Father’s Day Foster Kids Seniors Free Kids Free Red, White & provided by Tri-Valley Ha- prevented homelessness, $154 million; in 2015-16, it Dads Free CLOSED CLOSED Clothing Drive Until 5PM* Until 5PM* Brew Fest Until 5PM* Presented by Until 5PM* $2 Taste of Fair Extreme Rodeo ven and Shepherd’s Gate 42% of respondents said rent dropped to $40 million. Western Presented by Until 5PM* Extreme Rodeo provide accommodations assistance; 26% said em- Gov. Jerry Brown’s ter- Weekend Tower of Power ASIA Featuring Plain White T’s $1 Rides Horse Racing John Michael John Payne for women and children ployment assistance; 24% mination of redevelopment Until 5PM* Montgomery Horse Racing Jana Kramer Horse Racing who are violent abuse vic- named benefits or income; agencies was seen as the big- tims. Sojourner House takes and 22% listed mental health gest blow to funding. Many JUNE 25 JUNE 26 JUNE 27 JUNE 28 JUNE 29 JUNE 30 JULY 1 women and children, but services. Only 2% said they projects, including one in Festival Latino Feed the Need Seniors Free Kids Free Sip, Savor & CLOSED CLOSED Until 5PM* Fiesta Del Food Drive Until 5PM* Wager also couples and men with were not interested in inde- Livermore, were built as Until 5PM* $2 Taste of Fair Presented by Charro Until 5PM* Wine Fest the result of redevelopment Extreme Rodeo $1 Rides Until Monster Trucks children. pendent affordable rental Until 5PM* Ann Wilson Monster Trucks Rose Royce of Heart Sheila E programs. Some $57 million Clint Black Super Diamond In the winter, four Liver- housing, or housing with Horse Racing Horse Racing Horse Racing more churches take turns supportive services. statewide was lost from that Horse Racing operating shelter space on ECONOMIC CAUSES abolition. JULY 2 JULY 3 JULY 4 JULY 5 JULY 6 JULY 7 JULY 8 State housing bonds and a by-night basis when the IN ANOTHER REPORT Fireworks Monster Trucks Queen Nation Spectacular $1 Admission & Seniors Free Kids Free Demo Derby temperature drops below Another document, “Al- programs declined from Presented by $1 Rides Until 5PM* Until 5PM* America Presented by Jody Watley Until 5PM* Featuring a certain level or rain is ameda County Renters in $64 million to $15 million Horse Racing $2 Taste of Fair Red, White & Wynonna & Until 5PM Shalamar Reloaded * Demo Derby forecast. Crisis,” shows the economic over the period. Federal Blues Festival the Big Noise Journey Horse Racing First Responders Revisited Foreverland Overall, the number of causes of homelessness in HUD money dipped from Day Until 5PM* Horse Racing homeless in the county was the county. It was published $33 million to $24 million. Horse Racing 5629 this year, reversing by the East Bay Housing Alameda County govern- JULY 9 a general trend downward Organization and the Non- ment took leadership to fill RV Demo the void by putting Measure Derby alamedacountyfair.com after the the first survey in Profit Housing Association Night Ranger 2009 showed 4341. A1 on the ballot last year. It Horse Racing of Northern California. ALL DISCOUNTS END AT 5PM * Check website for details Services that homeless The report states that the passed with 73% of the vote, people reported using in- median rent in the county and is authorized to sell $580 cluded 69% free meals, 30% has increased 29% since million worth of bonds to health services, 16% mental 2000. At the same time, provide affordable housing. 17275 GM TR 4/17 health services, and 12% job median household income training. for renters has grown only Not everyone can use, or 3%. The median rent now wants to use shelters. Some in the county is $2593. The 41% said they found that household income needed recognized shelters were full,;29% said to afford that rent is $8642 29 years in they were too crowded; 40% per month, or $49.86 per respected talked about bugs and germs hour, based on using 30% real estate in them; and 22% expressed of income for rent. recommended concerns about personal The study estimates that safety. the county needs 60,175 Money issues were cited more affordable rental as the biggest cause for homes. ® homelessness, with 57% A huge setback to the SENIORS REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST naming that as a factor. county’s ability to solve the

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® [email protected] REA L ESTA TE SERV ICES REALTOR®, Lic. #00979099 6 The Independent • June 8, 2017 SPORTS NOTES Cricket for Cubs Awards Year-End Trophies Cricket for Cubs started just 18 months ago with 5 youth board members and a dream to have local schools compete with each other in a youth cricket tournament. Eighteen months later, there are 14 teams, 180 play- ers from 11 schools from 4 different school districts, DUSD, PUSD, SRVUSD & LUSD (Mountain house) who played 35 games in two different divisions, Middle Pictured are guests and kids. and Elementary over two weekends in three different Board Member, Ken Mintz struction of a cricket field at Club; and, Best Fielder - grounds with some nail bait- , SRVUSD, Satyen Lokan- the Ken Mercer Sports Park, Anika Kolan, Amador El- ing finishes. andi , SRCA President, Anuj Pleasanton. ementary Cricket Club The tournament with Patel, NCCA President, Following the finals, Middle School Division: gala closing ceremony in- Vineet Kataria, BACA, Yasir Pleasanton Unified School Championship - Harvest cluded Akhtar Masood Chik Farooqui, Milpitas Cricket, District board recognized Park Middle School Cricket Syed, Sankar Renganathan, Biju Nair, ThinkPalm Chair- the Harvest Park Cricket Club, Pleasanton; Runner USACA officials, Catha- man and President, Sujesh Club for winning the Cham- Up - Iron Horse Middle rine Baker, State Assembly P, Santa Clara Cricket Club, pionship. School Cricket Club, San Member, David Haubert, Dashrath Sankhe, Cricket Trophies were awarded Ramon; Best Player - Ajay Dublin Mayor, Abe Gupta, Coach, Clint Copeland, in the following categories: Immadi, Harvest Park Mid- Dublin Council Member, Cricket Coach and many Elementary Division: dle School Cricket Club; Arun Goel, Dublin Council more local and Bay Area Championship - Amador Best Batsman - Shamith Member, Mellisa Hernan- cricket fraternity. Elementary Cricket Club, Pasula, Iron Horse Middle dez, Dublin Council Mem- Catharine Baker distrib- Dublin; Runner Up - John Schoo Cricket Club; Best ber, Jerry T. Thorne, Pleas- uted the participation cer- Green Cricket Club, Dublin; Bowler - Vasu Gupta, Gale anton Mayor, Kathy Reed tificates to all the players Best Player - Ayush Bat- Ranch Middle School Crick- Narum, Pleasanton Council who participated in the 4th ghare, Amador Elementary et Club; and Best Fielder Member, Phil O'Loane, San edition of CFC inter-school Cricket Club; Best Bats- - Khilan Surapaneni, Har- Ramon Council Member, tournament. man - Aarush Vaid , Moun- vest Park Middle Schol and Sridhar Verose, San Ramon Jerry T. Thorne, an- tain House Schools Cricket Shresta Talluri, Windmere Parks and Rec. Commis- nounced that City of Pleas- Club; Best Bowler - Prabhav Ranch Middle School, San sionare, Steve Meher, PUSD anton has approved the con- Doma, John Green Cricket Ramon.

Members of the St. Michael track and field team in the parade of teams before the Diocese Championship meet on May 13.

Junction K-8 School girls' 4X100m relay took home the Livermore Girls Softball 2017 spring rec champions and 2nd place medal at the Tri-Valley Athletic League Meet of runners-up posed for pictures. The champions were Champions. Arianna started the race, with Brianna and decided in games played Sat., May 20. Pictured from Francesca running the second and third legs. Finishing top to bottom are: 8U - Dabbin' Divas, 9U - Inferno, 10U strong at anchor was Jacqueline. - Bomb Squad, and Middle School - Stealerz. Finishing in second place were 8U - Hurricanes, 9U - Crushers, 10U - Heat, and Middle School - Mauraders. The 8U Fuschia Crushers took 3rd place in their age division. The Cubs finished in 1st place in the regular season in the Granada Little League AAA division, and went on to win the post season tournament by beating the Mets 6-3 in the championship game. The Cubs pictured are (bottom row) Nicolas Bist, Eli Wigginton, Mike Boyd, Nate Mutz, Kameron Huffman, Colin Franklin; (top row) Top row: Josh Eichenberger, Tyler Gerace, Jordan Aldape, Tyler Palma, and Luke Beasley; coaches Tom Beasley, Zeke Palma, and Drew Boyd.

2017 Northern California Okaigan Dojo Tournament was held in Cupertino. Tri-Valley Karate competitors were: Arnav Saxena - Gold Medal Kata, Bronze Kumite; Roshi Pictured (from left) are Pleasanton Seahawk swimmers - Bronze in Kumite; Daisy Doshi - Bronze in Kata and Jonah Cooper, Miranda Heckman, and Calvin David. Kumite; Neela Mandal - Gold Medal Kata, Silver Kumite. In the photo are (back, from left) Sanjit Mandal, Arnav Saxena; (front) Roshni, Daisy Doshi, Atishay Belagodu, Neela Mandal, and Sarina Mandal.

Hawks Basketball Team “Bigs” were also superb on their inside The Tri-Valley All Sports Hawks shooting as well as making numerous 7th grade basketball team won the Jam assists with amazing inside, short The Pirates won the Granada Little League Majors On It Memorial Day AAU basketball passes, giving their teammates many tournament by defeating the Red Sox 7-2 in the finals tourney in Reno over Memorial Day sure shots. on Saturday morning. Pictured are (bottom row) Daniel weekend in the Boys 7th, Division 2, Blue level. The year ending tourney CYO Track & Field Wollner, Zack Caufield, Jack Taggart, Christian Clouser; is billed as the World’s Largest Bas- The St. Michael CYO track and (top row) Max Ghiglieri, Carter March, Parker Warner, ketball tournament. The Hawks ran field team finished their season with the table with 5 wins and 0 losses, a great performance at the Oakland Kyle Denton, Daniel Bochner, Bryce Berry, Tyler Trudeau; including one non-tourney win. Diocese Championship May 12 and (back row) coaches Gary March, Brian Caufield, Manager The team has played together as 13. Leading the way for the team were unit for the last 4 years under coach Jana Barron, who swept the 400m, Mike Trudeau, and Mike Ghiglieri. Not Pictured Joseph Brian Atkinson. This was their best 800m, and long jump, and Villiam finish yet. All the tournament games Nowicki, who won the 50m and long Camilleri, and Coach Vance Earls. were competitive in the first half but jump. Others Diocese champions in the second half the Hawks superior were Aubrey Bessolo (50m), Dillon conditioning would begin to show as Maheshwari (1600m), Emily Gnecco Lleyton Platell, who took 3rd Place, Valley Charter School (LVCS) wres- they pulled away and won by margins swimming the race in 4:27.00. Mak- (800m), Julian McMahan (200m), Pictured is National Champion, Emma Kavanagh, on the tling team. As the sole representative of victory between 30+ points in the Justin Peterson (1600m), Nina Fillari ing Finals in the 100 Breaststroke was for the Dragons, Emma competed in first game to 10 points in the title game. Lyon Zhang, a senior, taking 8th with (100m), Roland Ruckman-Barnes left with LVCS wrestling Head Coach Marc Kavanagh. 6 tournaments and 4 Tri-meets with The one close game came in the non- (800m), Viviana Valenton (800m), a time of 56.30. Zhang also swam the other local schools. Overall, Emma tourney game against a Division 1 team 200 IM with a time of 1:51.07, giving and the 4X100 relay of Andre Pascal, was 26-7 for the season. In the first whose scheduled opponent forfeited, Holden Hoffman, Jordan Featherstone, him 10th place. Tyler Lu, a sophomore, four tournaments, Emma made the the Hawks stepped in for what their Heckman also took first place with her finaled and took 8th in the 500 Free and Julian Mcmahon. Seahawks at State finals every time. She finished with opponent thought was going to be an Other top-3 placings were Au- time of 1:47.21. (4:29.25) and made consolation finals two first and two second place fin- easy win. Instead the Hawks won by For the men, Calvin David, a in the 200 Free, taking 12th (1:39.47). brey Bessolo (100m), Callan Mak Championships ishes. Her second place finish at the two points in what can best described (1600m), Chase Vogler (1600m), Three Pleasanton Seahawks sophomore, broke the 500 Free meet Senior Ed Smith raced to an 11th place Tri-Valley Athletic League finals set as a “basketbrawl” as the refs adopted record in Saturday’s Finals, swimming finish in the 200 Free with a 1:39.23. Evelyn Ruckman-Barnes (HJ), Holden swimmers broke three records at the her up to compete in the prestigious an apparent “no blood, no foul” policy, Hoffman (200m, 400m, HJ), Julian 2017 CIF State Swimming & Diving to first place and the record in 4:21.66. For the women, Daniella Hawkins, Middle School Girls State meet held which was applied evenly to both sides. David also placed 10th in the 200 Free a sophomore, took 6th place in the 500 McMahan (400m), Kate Walker Championships May 19-20, 2017 at in Vallejo, California. Emma came Adam Moore, Luke Atkinson, (softball), Mikaela Beeler (1600m), Clovis West High School in Clovis, with a 1:38.31. Jonah Cooper, also Free with a 4:51.29. Hawkins also through a tough bracket and finished John Thalblum, T.J. Costello, Bryce a sophomore, had a record breaking made finals in the 200 free, finishing Nina Fillari (200m), Nora Blair (HJ), California. Many Seahawk swim- 3rd place. Her only loss was 1-0 to the Osaki and Ethan Daily led the back- Ryken Mak (800m), Sophia Zuniga mers, representing multiple local high performance in the 100 Backstroke. He in 8th place, swimming it in 1:51.12. eventual champion, Keila Martinez court, dazzling the crowd and their broke the record in his prelim swim on Claire Suen, a freshman making her (LJ), Viviana Valenton (400m), the schools, also placed in the finals (top from Benicia. The season ending US opponents with precision passing, 4x100 relay (Madison Ikeda, Sophia 8) or the consolation finals (top 9-16) Friday (47.57) and then broke his own first appearance at the state meet, swam Girls Wrestling Association National superior ball handling and Warrior- record again during Saturday’s Finals the 100 Free in 51.04, winning the Zuniga, Lorilei Hennigan, Aubrey of the two day meet. Championships was held again in esque downtown shooting. In addition, Bessolo), the 4x100 relay (Nola McAl- Miranda Heckman, a sophomore, with a time of 47.34. consolation finals and taking 9th place. Vallejo California, following the state many easy layups came off intercepted Other Seahawks placing at the lister, Evelyn Ruckman-Barnes, Nora took the title of champion in both the meet. At nationals, Emma avenged passes and flat out steals. Blair, Jana Barron), and the 4x400 relay 200 Free and the 500 Free. Her time of meet include Chris Jhong, a Junior, her loss to Benicia's Martinez with a The front court was led by who placed 2nd in the 200 Individual (Jana Barron, Emily Gnecco, Evelyn 4:41.53 in the prelim swim of the 500 Wrestling convincing 7 to 3 victory. With that Noah Boedecker, Kai Burgermeister, Ruckman-Barnes, Viviana Valenton). Free on Friday broke the state meet Medley with a 1:47.34. Jhong also win, Emma earned her first National Thomas LaBat And Colin Wallace as placed 6th in the 500 Free with a time of The St. Michael track team will record, seeding her first in finals on Championship Championship. Next year, she plans they crashed the boards relentlessly, be back again in February. In the Saturday, where she went on to win 4:28.11. Another Seahawk swimming Emma Kavanagh completed a very to make her mark on the Livermore coming down with numerous rebounds well in the 500 Free was freshman successful season on the Livermore meantime, the cross country team the race at 4:45.28. In the 200 Free, High School wrestling team. against much taller opponents. The will begin practicing in mid-August. June 8, 2017 • The Independent 7 SPORTS NOTES

Photo - Doug Jorgensen Photo - Doug Jorgensen The Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation hosted the 9th Annual Hook The Livermore High School softball team gets ready to take the field in the North Coast and Ladder Run last Sunday. The event raised funds for the Livermore-Pleasanton Section Division II finals. Livermore finished second, after losing to Concord 17 to 1. Firefighters Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 that supports injured and fallen firefighters, the Burn Foundation and other local charities in the Tri-Valley.

Pictgured are the West Coast Soccer Wildkatz 05 team members, who captured the NorCal Spring League Cross Pictured (from left) are Pleasanton Seahawk swimmers Pictured is the Tri-Valley 7th grade boys All-Sports Hawks Regional Championships. Jonah Cooper, Miranda Heckman, Calvin David basketball team

coming to practice and being able to Karlee Lywandowsky passed to Emma Robert Hansen 1-1; Jenner Becker 1-1, race every day. Baseball Camps Colomero. A header by Jayden Morton 3 RBIs; Porter Seiwald 1-1, 1 RBI; Livermore High Varsity Baseball Jessica He (Mission San Jose on a corner kick from Lywandowsky Jake Sharp, 2 RBIs; Parker Stimmell, High School) will be attending and Coach David Perotti is hosting two gave the Wildkatz a 4-0 lead. With 2 RBIs; Lucas Kinney, 1 RBI. summer camps. Each camper will swimming for Columbia Univer- just minutes left in the first half, Blues Red Sox 8, Cubs 9: The second sity in New York where she will be receive individual instruction from scored and the half would end with the playoff game, the Red Sox vs. the coaches and Livermore High players, a studying Financial Economics with Wildkatz in the lead 4-1. Katie Strong Cubs, came down to the bottom of a concentration in Business. Sofia snack each day and a camp shirt. There had a breakaway in the second half the 6th inning where the cubs scored are two 5-12 year old camps that cost Moufarrej (Granada High School) and helped put the game away with the go-ahead run to win the game. The will be studying Business at Cal State $150. The two dates are: June 12-16 Wildkatz up 5-1. Red Sox battled hard, acquiring 14 hits, and July 10-14 and run from 9-12 each East Bay while also swimming for the In the second day, Wildkatz met allowing only 7, and scoring in five of Pioneers. After her bachelor’s degree day. For more info to sign up, contact the Mustang Elite from Danville. The the six innings played. Top Red Sox David Perotti at (925) 586-2811 or dp- she hopes to continue her education first half of the match found both teams defense: Josh Katz (4 SO), with an in culinary school to become a pastry [email protected] or check website battling back and forth, but neither unassisted out by Robert Hansen (1B). www.eteamz.com/lvb chef. She has been a Seahawk for the team could score. In the secondhalf, Jake Sharp (P) faced 7 batters with all last 3 years and said that swimming has Wildkatz found the net quickly with three put-outs at first. Jake to Hansen, taught her persistence, determination, a goal by Karlee Lywandowsky and and Hansen with 2 unassisted outs. patience and hard work. She enjoys, a header by Nadia Sherman off of a Robert Hansen (5 SO), with a runner Water Polo for All Ages “the thrill of racing, the explosive Livermore Area Recreation and cross from Kendall Keric, for a 2-0 tagged out at 2nd by Lucas Kinney( C) Park District (LARPD) sponsors a feeling, and looking at the clock after a lead. Mustang found the net to bring to Noa Capistrant (SS). Jenner Becker race and knowing that an entire season USA Water Polo team (USWP), the the score to 2-1. Wildkatz answered (1 SO). Top Hitters for the Red Sox: LAZERS. Splashball is a "T-Ball" In winning the championship, the Pleasanton Foothill has paid off.” with another goal by Katie Strong to Josh Katz 3-3, double, 1 RBI; Jenner Ed Smith (Dublin High School), version of water polo, designed to Little League AAA Phillies played 5 games spread over secure a spot in the finals with a 3-1 Becker 2-2; Tanner Bingham 2-3, introduce the sport of water polo to will also be swimming for Columbia win over Mustang SC. double, 2 RBIs; Noa Capistrant 2-3, 8 days including a loss to the Pirates in an extra inning University in New York, and hopes kids 6-10 yrs. A masters water polo In the championship match, Wild- 2 RBIs; Jordan Kawano 1-2; Lucas is available for adults to study either Biology or Computer katz met MVLA United of Mountain Kinney 1-3, 2 RBIs; Robert Hansen battle that continued over two days and two ballparks. Science. Smith’s favorite Seahawk The next session begins the week View. In the first 5 minutes of play, 1-3; Jake Sharp 1-3; Jack Larson 1-3; of June 13, at the Robert Livermore The Phillies would find themselves in the losers' bracket memory is traveling with the team Karlee Lywandowsky sent the ball and Porter Seiwald, 1 RBI. and getting to spend time with his Aquatic Center, and includes play and would need to win their last 3 games in a row for a soaring over the goalie and gave the for the following age groups: 12 & best friends. “The opportunity to Wildkatz an early lead. Katie Strong shot at the title. With over 100 in attendance to watch travel to whole different places and Under Co-Ed, 14 & Under Co-Ed, would find the net after dribbling LGSA Registration: 18 & Under Girls, 18 & Under Boys. swim against some talented and well- through several MVLA defenders, the last PFLL game of the season, the Phillies went renowned athletes is amazing.” Livermore Girls Softball As- Additionally Splashball is for kids age Wildkatz were up 2-0. Strong scored sociation welcomes girls who are 5 6-10, and Adult Water Polo is for kids on to beat the Pirates 12-2 for the trophy. The Phillies Lyon Zhang (Mission San Jose again on another drive down the field. High School) has committed to attend years of age and older for the 2017 over 18 years. Mustang answered with a goal of their Fall Recreational season. No prior To register, call LARPD at 925- complete their season winning both the regular season and swim for Northwestern Univer- own and the score was 3-1. Before the sity in Illinois. He is thinking about experience necessary. Online registra- 373-5700, or visit www.larpd.org. For and playoff crowns with a final record of 17 wins 4 end of the half, Katie Strong would tion is open at www.lgsa.org. Visit the more information about the LARPD studying Economics or Applied Math. complete a hat trick and the half losses. Phillies Pictured (left to right) are Eli McDuffie, When asked about what he enjoyed website or email [email protected] for LAZERS, visit LARPD Aquatics ended with the Wildkatz in the lead more information. website or e-mail [email protected]. Ryan Bull, Reese Fulton, Coach Chris Fulton, Ryan most about being a Seahawk he said, 4-1. MVLA was able to find the net “constantly being around those with again, but Strong dribbled through the Herberger, Head Coach Sean Kullman, Mike McDuffie, similar goals and aspirations. I enjoyed back line of MVLA and sent the ball Justin Yu, Nic Kullman, Aiden Herberger, Sam Masek, the friendships swimming has led to into the net one more time ending the the most.” game 5-2. West Coast Wildkatz won Coach Carmen Bischer; (front) Andrew Chao and Roman Norcal Premier League and the Cross Bischer. Regionals making them the top U12 UNITED West Coast Soccer girls team in Norcal. The West Coast Soccer Wildkatz 05 took to the pitch with something CONSTRUCTION For more information about the St. graduating with the class of 2017 from to prove in the NorCal Spring League Michael CYO track and cross country local high schools. All of them will go Cross Regional Championships. Granada Little League REMODELING teams, check out the team website at on to attend colleges throughout the Granada Little League results: Cross regionals is a playoff series Minor AA: Red Sox 9, Mets 5: The http://www.smisctrack.org/ or contact country and have made commitments that puts all of the top finishers from ROOFING Tracy Vogler at [email protected] to swim for those schools. Red Sox came out on top, clinching 3rd each region 1-8 in Northern California place for the AA Division. Top Red or 925-980-2159. Brandon Brown (Tracy High to play against each other. PAINTING School) has been a part of the Seahawks Sox defense: Jake Sharp (2 SO), and On Saturday, in Davis, West Coast a full-swing bunt dropped in front of PLUMBING for the past 6 years. He will attend the Wildkatz’s faced off against Blues FC PLS Graduating University of the Pacific majoring in home plate for an incredible 2-3 play from Rocklin. The Wildkatz scored by Josh Katz (C) to Robert Hansen (1B) Seniors Biological Sciences and swimming early in the game on a goal by Zusette (209) 818-9300 distance for the Tigers. He loved the in the 1st. Jenner Becker (3 SO). Tan- The Senior and Senior Elite groups Zamora. Just a few minutes later, Nadia ner Bingham (1SO), and an unassisted [email protected] of the Pleasanton Seahawks competi- competitive nature and hard work Sherman scored off a pass from Katie that goes into being a Seahawk, and out at first. Lucas Kinney (3 SO). Top License #916970 tive USA Swim Club have 5 seniors Strong. 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Failing to that a 19-member steer- Switch. bring its $5 billion vehicle cheons consisted of a look at to match their lifestyles. plan and act means planning ing committee is charged He added, "We are super electronics company to a the Livermore Valley, "Op- Other reasons include to fail. "Livermore is chang- with the task of determining excited that Gillig is locat- 290,000 sq. foot facility, creating 350 new high pay- portunities and Challenges refinancing because of great ing and that is a good thing. the future of 8 acres in the ing in Livermore." The bus in a Robust Economy." interest rates, low prop- The city hit a homerun with company chose Livermore ing advanced manufacturing the vision and imagination downtown and presenting jobs in 2017. Speakers included Darien erty taxes, and capital gains plans to the community. over Texas. Another new Louie from the East Bay hits. The median price for a used in planning downtown home in Livermore is now Livermore. The changes The consensus is a need for Economic Development a hotel and parking. Alliance, who provided an $756,000, making the city kept the Livermore feel. overview of the economy; the most affordable in the Change can be good." Roberts noted that a Will Doerlich from the Bay Tri-Valley. Both Pleasanton The final speaker, Rob- council goal, innovation Spokesmen Take Over East Association of Realtors, and Dublin show a median erts talked about homeless- and economic development, who focused on residential price of over $1 million. ness and housing as related could be achieved by en- Mount Diablo Challenge real estate; and Livermore He noted that new job issues. Those living in the couraging an innovation- creation in California at City Manager Marc Roberts, very cheapest housing are driven economy, supporting On October 8th, the Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Club will who discussed the future in 200,000 is impacted by one life event away from revenue-generating busi- housing permits at 40,000 be hosting the 35th Mount Diablo Challenge. The Mount the Livermore Valley. homelessess. An increase in nesses, high-quality jobs, Diablo Challenge is an 11.2 mile climb that starts from the Louie talked about popu- units, leading to a hous- ing inventory issue. In the affordable housing oppor- and entrepreneurs. The idea Athenian School to the summit (3,849 feet). For this event lation growth and changes. tunities is one of the goals is to create wealth through She noted that since 2000, Tri-Valley, housing has flat the road will be closed to everyone other than Challenge the population in the Tri- lined since 2012. In order of the city council with an business creation. He men- riders and each rider will be timed using computerized chips. Valley of those age 46 to 65 for Livermore to stay great, effort to find the right place tioned i-GATE and The Mount Diablo is the iconic climb in the Bay Area and has grown by 31% with the Doerlich, said employees and build at the right den- Switch. He said that over has been used as the mountain top finish for several of the increase in the 18 to 24 age need to live and work lo- sity in partnership with a $50 million has been in- Tour of California stages. group at 8%. There will be cally. Housing to age in nonprofit. vested in i-GATE alumni After the event there will be a festival with vendors, food, a shift from 2017 to 2021, place and for children to To help deal with home- companies. POC Medical beer, wine, and music. with millennials and gen- stay or return to the commu- lessness, Livermore has Systems recently received For questions, contact Jane Moorehead at director@ nity where they were raised X cohorts predicted to add approved a housing first pro- $21 million in funding mtdiablochallenge.org 11,000 residents. is important. "It's time to Feather Pedals, the women’s training arm of Valley get comfortable with smart gram that includes services and will locate in a 24,000 Louie pointed out that as part of the housing. square foot Livermore facil- Spokesmen, will be doing conditioning rides and clinics the next generation cohorts growth, to reinvent mori- There are currently 1000 ity. KalpTree Energy (bat- to prepare people for this iconic event. Watch the Valley are comfortable with using bund shopping centers with Spokesmen ride calendar for information. www.val- homes under production in tery tech) opened a 4,000 technology. Rather than din- infill, mixed use, and higher leyspokesmen.org/ridecalendar. ing out, they order restaurant density housing," he stated. the city, he said. square foot Livermore R&D delivery online. They like Open space and ridge- He continued, the city facility. Over 150 high qual- to be entertained. She told lines are all important and has done a pretty god job so ity jobs have been directly those at the luncheon to need to be preserved, he far in the downtown, which created by i-GATE alumni; keep track of the trends of added. makes people very posses- 13 resident companies are the next generation. They Local control and an are different from the current population. There is a shortage of housing throughout the CHARTER Bay Area resulting in rising (continued from page one) housing costs that are im- TVLC CEO, Lynn Lysko demic work so that students education and well-being of pacting those with lower and to determine how LVJUSD are prepared for the next each student.” middle incomes. Because could provide immediate grade level, students want TVLC is scheduled to re- the more affordable homes intervention and assistance to be able to say goodbye ceive additional funds from are further from the jobs, a to minimize the impact of to teachers and classmates. the state, but not until July high percentage of outbound TVLC’s fiscal standing on At the high school level, at the earliest. "We won't commuters going to jobs LVCS and LVCP students. students need to be able to know how much until they elsewhere impact traffic LVJUSD’s support al- present their final projects, come in." congestion. Contributing to the lack of affordable hous- lows a less abrupt closure and teachers need time to TVLC will return to the ing are seniors who remain to the school year, with the enter grades so that students court in the future to deter- in their homes, using them least possible disruption, have complete transcripts." mine how to proceed with like piggy banks. ensuring course completion, She added that LVJUSD the bankruptcy case. Louie described the Tri- administrative and custodial feels strongly that students Valley as one of the least support, and instructional and families need to finish diverse regions when it minutes compliance. There the year with adequate no- comes to population. It isn't will be necessary time for tice, and that students need likely to change because the teachers of record to assign to complete their academic amenities attract the more grades, for office staff and year to the greatest extent wealthy. The population is one of the more highly edu- the registrar to close up with possible. cated in the region, which proper recordkeeping, and For over a year, the cur- correlates to higher incomes. for students and their fami- rent TVLC management High school graduates lies to participate in planned team has been working to and those with AA degrees promotion and graduation improve and strengthen the are earning more due to ceremonies. organization's fiscal sys- changes in the minimum The state requires a mini- tems. Monday's agreement wage. Businesses located in mum of 175 days in class helps TVLC finish out the communities without a high for charter schools. The K-8 school year and continue its minimum wage ordinance school is very close to that; focus on long-term recovery. have to set competitive wag- es in order to compete for the high school students Lysko stated, “We appreci- employees. would need to complete final ate the District joining with and exams. us to put our children first ivities Progra While people are earning Act in your ms and spending more, a lot Bowers commented, under these extraordinary of sales take place on-line. “The last day of school circumstances. This act is Regional Parks Livermore showed the larg- is an important milestone an important reminder of est jump in sales tax income for students of all ages. In the shared responsibility our in the Tri-Valley with a gain addition to completing aca- entire community has to the of 10.2% from 2015 to 2016. In looking at business trends, Louie listed the larg- est growing employment sector in the East Bay as food preparation and serv- July – August 2017 ing; second, computer and Andares math related jobs; and third, A SummerHill Homes Development health care. Venture capi- talists are still looking at investments. However, the Providing ten brand new, two-bedroom, interest is in more estab- homeownership opportunities to income- lished companies rather than qualified buyers earning at or below 80% start-ups. AMI in the City of Pleasanton. The next speaker, Do- Beyaert Bruce Photo: erlich continued the theme of a lack of affordable hous- ing. He noted that people are Pre-Application period moving to Livermore be- June 9th June 30th, 2017 cause of the amenities, sense of community, the arts, and Please call Hello Housing at (415) 930-4112 schools. The lack of housing or visit www.hellohousing.org/andares creates a downside, because to learn more about program restrictions, eligibility more people want to be part requirements and the online application process. of the community and can't find homes. Doerlich listed reasons why housing prices are in- creasing. People are staying Look inside longer in their homes. In the past people moved every 3 to 5 to 7 years. Now the aver- for this Activity Guide age move is after 10 years.

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“Thoughtful service within the means of all” f d #416 June 8, 2017 • The Independent 9 Las Positas College Programs in the Spotlight Las Positas College (LPC) in Livermore has scheduled On Tuesday, June 27 at 4 p.m. a look into the Arts and faculty and staff. Discussions about the Business, Account- a Spotlight Series of open houses this summer to introduce Humanities divisions at Las Positas will be offered, where ing, Work-based Learning, and Entrepreneurship are also new and current students and their families to the many visitors can experience Music, Theater, Dance, Languages, planned. Dean Amir Law, the faculty, staff, and athletic academic programs and services available at the college and the Arts and Humanities. Dean Don Miller will host coaches will also be on hand to answer questions. located at 3000 Campus Hill Drive in Livermore. Partici- the event with the talented and creative faculty and staff at Finally, on Tuesday, July 25, students with a special pants are encouraged to pre-register for these free programs the Barbara Fracisco Mertes Center for the Arts (Building interest in the Computing, Applied Technology, and Social by visiting www.laspositascollege.edu/get2knowLPC or by 4000). Sciences are invited to learn about LPC's Early Childhood calling (925) 424-1407. On Tuesday, July 11, students can learn about the Busi- Development, Automotive and Welding Technology, Com- LPC President Barry Russell stated, "This unique series ness, Health, Athletics, Work Experience, and Kinesiology puting and Social Sciences programs. Dean Don Carlson offers students an excellent opportunity to take a glimpse programs at Las Positas College. Presentations will be held and his talented and technically savvy faculty and staff will into life at Las Positas College. In addition to a compre- between 4 and 7 p.m. in the Physical Education Complex be in the Learning Resource Center (Library in Building hensive overview of our programs, faculty and staff from (Building 2500) and will feature Health, Nutrition and Ki- 2000) ready to meet the public and answer questions from admissions, financial aid, counseling, and special programs nesiology activities led by LPC's well-trained and certified 4 to 7 p.m. will be available at each event to answer questions." OBITUARIES

David Nemeroff Louise Alice Cobb Foresters of America Court Aahmes. He also is a mem- office. One day Raymond Resident of Livermore Lester S. Lane On May 31, 2017, Louise 77 (past grand Chief Rang- ber of the Royal Canadian Koch came in with his moth- 1943 – 2017 Jan. 23, 1939 – May 31, 2017 earned her Angel Wings. er); SIRS #101. He worked Legion. er and seeing Laura, was David Nemeroff passed Les passed away peace- Born in Centralia Wash- for Wente Vineyards from Terry had lived a full immediately smitten. Ray away on May 28th from fully on May 31, 2017. Born ington, on November 27, 1975-1989. Connie enjoyed life from playing hockey proposed, Laura accepted trauma sustained in an auto to Wesley and Inez Lane in 1931, where she grew up and hunting, golf, traveling and to racing snow mobiles to and started filling a beautiful accident. Oklahoma, he grew up in gradu- checking on his cattle, sheep running a variety of busi- carved wooden hope chest. David was born in Hol- Nevada. The family moved ated and vineyards. nesses. Terry sat on the However, Laura’s father, lywood and was a life-long to California in the early from Some of his most cher- Board of Governors of the wanting her to continue Califor- Fifties. Les graduated from Cen- ished times were family Shrine Hospital, Northern contributing to the family in- nia resi- Livermore High School and tralia gatherings with his five chil- California, as well as several come, pushed the hope chest dent. He had a 47 High. dren. Linda (Bruce) Ol- community groups such as out a second story window earned – year In the son and their three children Hayward Chamber of Com- in a moment of displeasure. Bach- career early Brandon, Jeremy and Katie merce and the Hayward Her granddaughter, Chris- elor’s at Law- 50’s + 5 grandchildren. Rich (de- Area Recreation Department tina, currently has the chest. Degrees ceased). Paul (Jayanthi) and rence she Foundation. He also held a But love prevailed and in Me- moved their two children, Neil and Liver- patent for an animal burial Laura and Ray were married chanical to San Leandro and in the Riya. Chuck (Corie) and more urn. He had several hobbies on April 9, 1938. Shortly Engi- Nation- ’60's worked for Moore their two children, Hunter including gardening, cook- after, they bought a house on neer- al Labo- Business Forms as a Pay- and Rachelle + 1 grandchild. ing, smoking and bbq, wine Long Island in Uniondale, ing and ratory. roll Clerk until March ’78. Mark (Carol) and their three collecting and water sports. Busi- H e That’s when she met and children Eric, Kelly and He also received two lifesav- NY, in a new neighbor- ness is sur- married Lou. In June ’79, Mark. ing awards when working as hood filled with other young Admin- vived by they moved to Livermore. Connie and Peg were a Lineman in Canada. couples. istration in the 1960’s from his wife Fern, son Steven, They became active with the married 64 years. His broth- He was owner and Head When WWII came along, California Polytechnic Uni- his wife Linda, and daughter Elks and Shrine and Louise ers Mervin J. and Robert Silverback at Metal Service Ray was drafted and Laura versity in Pomona. Through- Laurie. Also surviving are was always ready and will- W. preceded him in death. Center Inc DBA Gorilla worked as a telephone op- out his varied and extensive grandson Austin, his mother ing to help anytime and any- He passed away peacefully Metals located in Hayward erator for Bell Telephone. 45 year career, he worked Melinda, his brother Charles body. Only question, “What on May 27, 2017, with his and Santa Clara. He en- After Ray returned, Laura in the fields of aerospace (Barbara) and sister Char- can I do.” 30 years ago she family at his side. There joyed being an advocate for stayed employed until their and information technology lotte, as well as many nieces went with some Elks to the will be a “Celebration” of children and was Santa and daughter, Carol Lokke, was (IT). He also owned a real and nephews. Veterans Nursing Home his life on Sunday June 25th Easter Bunny at Aahmes born in 1945. Their son, Carl estate business “Nemo Re- Les was a man who loved and found a new family. at 12:30pm, at the Veterans each year. He loved his fam- Koch, was born in 1946. alty” in southern California life, his family, and enjoyed She became a volunteer, her Memorial Building 522 “L” ily and was an amazing man. Sadly, Ray developed health during the late 1970s and the great outdoors with spe- new passion. From washing St. Livermore, Ca 94550. Terry was loved by many difficulties and passed away early 80s. David stepped off cial joy for the Grand Tetons. clothes for a WWll veteran Please send Memorial and there will be a hole in the in 1953. the corporate career path in As a young man he raced nurse, taking patients to the donations to the charity of many lives that he touched. Laura was left to raise the mid-1990s, finishing his your choice. cars and motorcycles, and bank, shopping, and local A Celebration of his her two children on her own. career as an IT executive for trips and even joining them always had a one-liner for Life will be Friday, June 30 She was a wonderful mother. both Kings and Santa Clara on National Golden Years every situation. Terrance A. at 1:30 pm at the Aahmes She never complained, her Counties, retiring in 2006. Services were held on Games in places like Dallas Moody (Terry) Shrine Center at 170 Lind- attitude, pre-dating Nike’s David was an active and June 6 at Callaghan Mor- Texas at her own expense. bergh Avenue in Livermore. May 25, 1951-May 27, 2017 motto, was simply “just do energetic man, who was tuary, 3833 East Avenue, For years she dealt Black- Resident of Livermore In lieu of flowers, please young at heart and loved to Livermore. jack for her veteran “guys” Terry passed suddenly on consider a donation in his it.” Laura was a friendly, have fun. Never sitting still Callaghan Mortuary is every Monday and Thursday his birthday at noon. His wife name to Shrine Hospital outgoing woman all her life for very long, David enjoyed honored to be serving the and helped with Bingo on Vesta was at his side talking for Children Northern Cali- with many close friends traveling to Hawaii, Palm Lane family. An online Thursday night, supplying to him and holding his hand. fornia. in her neighborhood. For Springs, Carmel, Las Vegas, guestbook is available for refreshments and goodies. He was decades, the ladies regu- and Reno. He enjoyed play- condolences at www.cal- She has over 10,000 record- born in Laura Koch larly got together for kaf- ing poker and loved beef laghanmortuary.com ed hours of volunteering – New- Laura Koch almost made feeklatsch’s – coffee and ribs and big desserts with and unknown hours without market, it to 100! She was born July cake. Holidays and fam- extra whipped cream! He Douglas Duane Walker signing in. These were her Ontario 12, 1917, in Toronto, Cana- ily celebrations involving also loved cars, owning more Resident of Livermore guys, period. Her work was and be- da, and passed away peace- many relatives and friends than 70 during his lifetime, Sept. 18, 1957 - May 13, 2017 recognized by the American came a fully on were usually held at Laura’s including two Ferraris. Douglas Duane Walker, Legion Auxiliary, Livermore US citi- April house – everyone loved David is survived by the 59, of Livermore died May Elks, Veterans Administra- zen in 30, her. Throughout her many love of his life and soul 13, 2017. He was born Sep- tion, Elk's National Veter- 2010. 2017 in years on Long Island, she mate, Linda. David and tember 18, 1957, in Castro ans Service Commission, He was Liver- was a member of Christ’s Linda met while working at Valley, the oldest of two Livermore Veteran's Com- proud more. First Presbyterian Church of Kings County and have been children, and only son, of munity Living Center, De- to have A t Hempstead. together for 19 years, 12 of partment of Veterans Affairs, DaEl and Tarry Walker. He dual the age When daughter Carol them as husband and wife Elk's Distinguished Citizen- citizen- was educated in the Liver- of 11, moved to Livermore Lau- and best friends. The bond more public schools and ship Award and Veterans ship. Laura they shared helped build a ra made frequent trips for graduated from Granada of Livermore VA Resident He is emi- strong and lasting marriage Council. visits, especially after her High School in 1975. survived by his loving wife, grated and their love for each other Louise loved to travel. Vesta, daughter Jody An- granddaughter Christina’s In 1979, he was married to the has no end. David is also She was ready to go at the dersen (Justin), stepchil- birth in 1980. Her trips be- to the former Terry Lynn U.S. came less frequent as she survived by his best friend, drop of a hat. A tour of dren Nicole Stump (Brian from Canada with her par- Victor Merlino of San Jose, Akins at New Covenant Fel- Europe, Asian trips, Down Joergensen) and Jeremy aged, until 2012, when she lowship, now Celebration ents, Elizabeth and George who was truly his brother in Under or reunions, conven- Stump (Ashley Rego), as Forster, two sisters, Hazel moved to Livermore to live all the ways that mattered Christian Center, in Liver- tions, vacations, or visits all well as five grandchildren: with Carol for over four more. They have three chil- and Alice, and brother Harry. most. over the country. Socializ- Logan, Bailey, Gracelyn, After living for a short time years. She lived her last two dren - Derek, Christopher Celebration of Life gath- ing was fun with no limits. Piper and Hunter. Also his in New Jersey the fam- months at Quail Garden erings will be organized at and Colin, who all reside in Dressing as Popeye’s Olive father Arthur Moody and his ily moved to St. Albans, in in Livermore where she a later date. In lieu of flow- Livermore. Oil in a parade, or as Big wife Marg, who live in Mt. Queens, N.Y. Upon Laura’s was welcomed, made new ers, please support Eden Doug was an active Bird at an Elk’s fund raiser. Albert, Ontario and mother- graduation from Jamaica friends and loved her sur- Medical Center (Trauma member of his church com- All in all, to know her was in-law Donna Lee Freeman High School, their parents roundings. & Emergency Services) at munity - first Celebration to love her and when that of Livermore. His mother, decided to send Laura and The family wishes to https://betterhealtheastbay. gigantic heart stopped it was Christian Center, and then Ethel, passed a few days Harry to England to meet extend its heartfelt thanks org/donate. Many thanks to a great loss to all who loved Cornerstone Fellowship, after Terry. their English relatives. to the many caregivers of Doctors Phillips and Kaku both of Livermore. Doug her. We can’t forget. At the height of the De- Visiting Angels, who over and all the ICU staff for giv- Celebration of Life to be Terry was active in the loved music - both perform- Mason groups and was Po- pression, the family had the past three years helped ing us two more days with ing it and experiencing it announced at a later date. funds for only one way David. tentate of Aahmes Shrine make her stay with Carol so being performed by others. tickets. Laura and Harry comforting. And though her Cornelius A. Frydendal in 2009. Which he would He was incredibly proud of tell you was the best year sailed to England on the stay at Quail Garden was Henry Garcia Davis Sr. his sons, and had become a Nov. 28, 1929-May 25, 2017 new Queen Mary, during the in his life. Terry was raised brief, the staff and then Hope Henry was born on July grandfather in recent years - summer of 1936, the year of 16th, 1961 in Newman, CA a Master Mason at Saanich Hospice caregivers added an experience he cherished its maiden voyage. and spent most of his life Lodge #89, located in Saa- their loving gift of care to and spoke of often. Laura and Harry toured her last days. in Livermore, CA. On May nichton, B.C., in 1998. He England, socialized with He leaves his beloved Laura donated her body 26th, 2017, Henry passed joined the Oakland Chapter relatives, and while visiting away suddenly in Tracy, CA wife Terry; his sons Derek, of the Scottish Rite and to science through UCSF’s Christopher and Colin; his the British Museum, even at the age of 55. received his 32nd degree in met the Queen. In December Willed Body Program. daughter-in-law Amy; his He is survived by his 2002. He became a Shriner their parents were finally A celebration of her life granddaughters Atley and parents at Aahmes Shrine in 2002. able to send them funds for will be held on July 15 at Angie and Emerson; his father DaEl daughter Carol’s home. Connie was born in He then joined the Knights their fare to return home by Alonso and stepmother Laurie; and Livermore, the third son of Saint Andrew and served Christmas. Five days before Davis, as his sister Kelly; along with of Cornelius Paulson Fry- as Lord of the Clan in 2005. their sailing, England’s King well as his various extended family dendal and Catherine Fry- In 2006, he was elected the Edward VIII announced his children and friends, who cherished dendal. He graduated from Commander of the Demolay abdication. Amber his big personality and gen- A Non-Attorney Livermore High in 1947, Council, Knights Kadosh Upon returning home, Lewis, erosity. where he was Student Body No. 2, at the Scottish Rite Laura began working as a Alternative Andrea A celebration of Doug’s President. He served in the as well. In 2006, he joined receptionist in a doctor’s Reynolds, Paralegal Services life will be held at 10:30 Army, in Korea. Connie Summitt Lodge #112, locat- Amanda am on June 12, 2017 at returned home to marry Davis and ed in Knights Ferry. Terry • Divorce • Deeds Cornerstone Fellowship in his high school sweetheart, Henry was made Knight Com- • Probate • Living Trust Livermore. In lieu of flowers Margaret (Peg) Kelly, in Davis Jr. mander Court of Honour in or memorial gifts, the fam- 1953. He began working CALL NOW! He is also survived by his 2007 for the Oakland Scot- ily asks that any donations for Graham Nissen and then four grandchildren Zoey tish Rite. Terry is a member (925) 577-4736 be made online to support continued farming on his Davis, Madison Lewis, Dax of the Royal Order of Jesters the family Doug has left own. Connie and Peg raised www.atlasdp.com Davis and Mia Lewis as well Court #6-and was Director behind at gofundme.com/ one daughter and four sons. as his siblings Alonso Davis, 2016- and the Order of the He was active in Alameda Atlas Document Ralph Davis, Lupe Nissen, in-memory-of-doug-walker. Quetzalcoatl Teocali # 13. County Soil Conservation Preparation Virginia Davis, Mark Davis Arrangements have been He is also a member of Ra- (past president); Alameda and Alice Davis. handled by Graham-Hitch meses Shriners in Toronto, Services County Farm Bureau (board Henry graduated from Mortuary in Pleasanton. as well as the Newbeaver 120 Spring St, PLS member); VFW Post 7625 I am not an attorney. I can only Livermore High and enjoyed Shrine Club. He belongs provide self-help service (past Post Commander); at your specific direction. fishing on the Feather River. to several clubs and units at Reg Alameda County #96. American Legion Post 47; Charlotte R Hargrave LDA 10 The Independent • June 8, 2017 MAILBOX (continued from page 4) expansion, is ideally located of us in the Livermore com- Robotic parking elimi- Downtown Hotel across Railroad Avenue for munity should pray that this on TV one fired American to humanity. nates personal exposure to Susan Steinberg valet and self-parking op- does not happen. worker (as shown just re- Trump cites dubious eco- crimes in parking lots and Livermore tions. cently on 60 minutes) being nomic figures to justify his garages around the world. It would be a serious Conversely, any west- Paris Climate Accord forced to train his replace- decision. His enumeration of Automated parking also error for the City council side location for a boutique Lex Manwill ment at considerable lower future economic costs from eliminates theft and vandal- to rush into a separate pre- hotel would likely be sand- Livermore wages or not getting his Paris Accord restrictions ism and makes the common mature plan for a downtown wiched between Uncle Yu’s Are you, too, fighting severance pay, to make you is based on a coal-industry fender benders and vehicle hotel before consideration of and Blacksmith Square on mad about Trump pulling nauseous. While the law commissioned study. The dings and dents that occur the entire parcel is decided. Livermore Avenue. This the U.S. out of the Paris required that foreign work- economic costs of not tack- while parking virtually im- Commercial interests and former Lucky supermarket climate accord? Then let's ers be paid the prevailing ling climate change weren’t possible. Councilman Woerner seem site would share all the traf- fight back three times a day wage – what an American mentioned, nor were the Automatic parking pro- intent on pushing for a quick fic concerns of the eastside by adopting an eco-friendly would make for the same economic benefits of de- vides a greater ROI by re- decision on this one element location, but it would be plant-based diet. job – Stahl reported it was veloping renewal energy ducing operational costs, of the plan, when the sense farther from the parking Yes, our diet is pivotal. A often completely ignored technology. higher depreciation and of public comment through garage, require pedestrians 2010 United Nations report and never enforced. Trump's espousal of, and faster time to market. Then last summer’s long meetings to cross at least one more blames animal agriculture According to the report, apparent reliance on, bi- there’s sustainability… re- was to plan the whole layout, street and the hotel’s 4-story for 19% of greenhouse gas suppliers of foreign labor, ased, incomplete and inac- ducing pollution by more not just one item. height could set a precedent emissions, 38% of land use, lied when filling out visa curate information on such than 80% through lower fuel Placement of the hotel for development on the rest and 70% of global freshwa- forms, and the Labor De- a globally critical issue is consumption, minimal light- next to the Bankhead was of the block. The concept of ter consumption. partment merely checked alarming, and not just about ing, power and ventilation faulted as ”crowded togeth- building a much larger con- Carbon dioxide is emitted the forms were completed. climate change, where we requirements. er” and “unbalanced” with ference hotel on this site was by burning forests to create Many of the outsourcing still have some time to re- Development costs for “increased traffic conges- derided by the experts as out animal pastures and by fossil firms and their employees verse course. a conventional parking ga- tion." Most speakers (except of step with market realities: fuels combustion to operate weren’t paying state or fed- But think about nuclear rage with ramps is approx. for business representatives) conference centers require farm machinery, trucks, eral income taxes, Social weapons. Do we really trust $47,500/space (400 cars) vs. pointed out the better bal- massive taxpayer subsidies; factory farms, and slaughter- Security, or unemployment Trump’s gut instincts on $38,000/space for robotic ance with the hotel on the generic extended-stay hotels houses. The more damaging taxes. that? Or the information he parking (825 cars). Liver- Lucky site. This would require on-site parking and methane and nitrous oxide In conclusion, Ameri- chooses to pay attention to? more hired Watry-Buehler also allow for landscaping, would directly compete with are released from digestive cans are being sold down Presently there is no check Collaborative, a planning, set-back, better access, and identical hotels being built tracts of cattle and from the river. You can believe on the President’s ability to engineering, and parking adjacent parking and dining and remodeled along I580. animal waste cesspools, what you want to believe, launch a nuclear strike at any company used to build our options. It is well understood that respectively. and I will do the same. It time, against any country for current parking garage and The hotel is a keystone the City of Livermore will In an environmentally isn’t going to change either any reason. to provide options for a sec- element of the entire down- need to accommodate any sustainable world, meat and one of our opinions. End of No single person should ond adjacent parking garage town, and should be careful- developer with appropriate dairy products in our diet discussion. have that awesome power. on North I Street. There’s no ly planned as such. A quick land and parking access to must be replaced by veg- Please urge Congress to mention of ‘robotic parking’ fix is NOT in the City’s best make a downtown hotel etables, fruits, and grains, Greening of Livermore pass “The Restricting First on their website. interests, and would meet pencil out. This should be just as fossil fuels are re- Glenn Stewart Use of Nuclear Weapons I think it would be worth- with another expensive voter enough incentive to see a placed by wind, solar, and Livermore Act of 2017,” introduced by while to consult with a ro- revolt. boutique hotel open its doors other pollution-free energy At the upcoming June Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. botic parking company to by the end of 2018. Many in sources. 12 City Council meeting Ted Lieu. see what’s possible at the Boutique Hotel the audience were shocked Each of us has the power there’s an agenda item to North I Street location. Overdue by proposals that the City to protest Trump's failure to discuss the framework for To Proceed or Not to On the roof of a robotic David B. Kent also acquire Blacksmith maintain America's leader- the development of a Green Proceed parking building could be Livermore Square from its private own- ship in moderating climate Infrastructure Plan. Alan Burnham an array of solar panels that There is a growing con- er and donate this historic change, simply and effec- The goal could be carbon Livermore back-feed into the garage sensus that Livermore is treasure free of charge to a tively, by what we choose neutrality. Carbon neutral- Proceeding with the ho- electrical system, possibly long overdue for a “bou- developer in order to facili- at the grocery store. ity is a fancy way of saying tel without an overall plan achieving carbon neutrality. tique” hotel. Such a hotel tate a hotel on the westside. that Livermore would work sounds reasonable until one The downtown hotel with would be a one-of-a-kind de- Even more upsetting was Rebuttal towards reducing its carbon considers that it may lock roof top solar panels could sign that seamlessly matches the notion that Blacksmith Michael Duncan footprint to produce as much in a non-optimal east side be a second step towards the character of our vibrant Square could be knocked Livermore energy as it uses. location without fair con- carbon neutrality. downtown and features ap- down to overcome one of the Regarding Mr. Delfino’s With the pending down- sideration of all options. To I’d like to see more let- proximately 125 rooms, a clear disadvantages of the response to my comments town development, there’s be clear, I have not yet seen ters to The Independent, as great restaurant and roof top westside location: no highly in the Mailbox section June an opportunity to taking a a downtown plan that makes to what other residents think bar. Local businesses, area visible corner on which to 1, I would like to respond to first step towards carbon complete sense to me, al- about robotic parking and wineries and multiple civic build a hotel. his bullet points, also real- neutrality by building a ro- though I have seen some that the greening of Livermore. groups advocating for the Blacksmith Square is the izing we got off the original botic parking garage. are far better than the Lennar subject: From Livermore’s Com- plan. The majority of voters performing arts, conserva- visual embodiment of Liver- tion and innovation appear more’s evolution; it cannot 1. In Arizona of this year munity and Economic De- Let Freedom Ring last fall thought so also and Lori Martin united in their desire to see be sacrificed on the altar of two white men were shot velopment Department there replaced two incumbents. dead in separate instances in are 23 residential projects Tracy I did not agree with many this hotel built as a stand- development. alone project. For many different states even though either under construction or It is time for barbecues, of the statements of Len- Equally distressing is the fireworks, and/or enjoying of us, this hotel is not an unreasonable demand that they complied with police review for a total of 1,947 nar opponents, but I knew officers. This would most residential units or approxi- yourself at Jack London there could be something “amenity," but an essential the City Council halt every Square in Oakland. Par- service our beloved down- aspect of the timely imple- certainly have elicited in- mately 2,000 to 3,900 more far better. dignant protest nationwide cars (think traffic conges- ties often include alcohol I am very concerned town is lacking. Appropriate mentation of a very suc- and can turn from festive to food and lodging options are cessful downtown specific if they had been black. tion). Let’s say 5-10% drive about the traffic congestion 2. According to Caro- downtown to eat out, that’s fatal if driving is involved. getting worse than intoler- required to establish our area plan simply to keep “every Before drinking, choosing as an overnight destination conceivable option open” line Lee Smith, a journal- 100-200 additional cars able with a hotel and confer- ist, survey results released looking for parking. a designated sober driver is ence center on the east side. for wine country and the per- in terms of re-developing a priority. forming arts. Many of these the Lucky site. Old-time by Pew Research Center There are 567 park- Perhaps a pedestrian bridge show that more Americans ing spaces behind the Ale When I was 16 in 1992, I to a center on either the west local organizations cannot computer programmers will was hit head-on by a drunk- prosper without them. recognize this as an “infinite favor stricter enforcement House, 63 spaces behind side or next to the planned of immigration laws. 23% SpeeDee Oil Change, the ho- en driver. The collision I-Street garage might solve I was in the audience loop” wherein nothing can gave me many broken and when three hotel consul- be resolved and the process prioritize creating a way for tel developer says they need the problem, but even those people in the U.S. to legally 195 spaces and with the 150 dislocated bones, paralysis, options may be inferior to a tants, all experts in their repeats indefinitely. It is and a 100 day coma. I was fields, spoke to the Down- time to move forward. obtain citizenship. 41% say new residents dining out, it west-side location. enforcement and a path to suggests we need 975+ new a patient in two hospitals for While it may make sense town Steering Committee. Despite false inferences seven months followed by Their comments essentially of “no difference in timing” citizenship should be priori- parking spaces in downtown to proceed with constructing tized equally. When you try Livermore. therapy for 17 months. Not the hotel first, it should not validated the current specific to build a boutique hotel on a life wanted. plan that calls for a boutique the east or westside of Liver- to equate legal immigration A robotic parking system be rushed to the extent that with illegal immigration is can reduce the land area My hearing, talking and its location is not considered hotel to be built on the east- more Avenue, the westside walking are damaged be- side of Livermore Avenue, clearly has more obstacles where I have a problem. required for parking by 50% within a conceptual plan for 3. In 1993, 60 Min- as compared to a conven- cause a drunken driver hit the entire downtown that adjacent to the Bankhead. and is a decade behind in the me 25 years ago. This trag- This corner site, currently a City’s planning process. The utes reported on computer tional ramp-style garage. meets the overall wishes of companies that were firing This increases development edy can happen to anyone. the citizenry, at least to the street level parking lot and only scenario where a hotel Driving drunk is preventable Speedy Lube shop, is suf- could be built on the Lucky Americans in order to bring revenue generating space, extent that is financially fea- in foreigners making a sub- lowers development costs, and we must make that clear sible. Let’s not fall into the ficiently large for a boutique site as quickly as adjacent to all. hotel that meets our City’s to the Bankhead would be stantially lower salary. They lowers insurance hazard same trap as the last rushed were doing so because of risk… since vehicles are You don’t have to be development planning, caus- needs. A 4-story hotel will if special interest groups falling-down drunk to be too integrate perfectly with the seeking to have taxpayers the H-1B visa, which Les- stored in a fully enclosed ing residents to rise up again lie Stahl, a correspondent, building, are protected from impaired to drive. There- at the ballot box so we have Bankhead’s soaring and un- subsidize a large conference fore, a fun-filled summer adorned 5-story height. The center would delay construc- described then as “a huge the weather and are 100% to start all over again. That loophole in the immigration secure from access by others comes only with a sober is truly a waste of money. City’s current parking struc- tion of any eastside boutique driver. ture, as well as its planned hotel purely out of spite. All law.” All it takes is seeing and graffiti taggers.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS LEGAL NOTICES June 1, 8, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS STATEMENT OF 4000 Pimlico Dr 114-295, This business is conducted fictitious business name(s) NAME STATEMENT ABANDONMENT NAME STATEMENT Pleasanton, CA 94588, is by an Individual listed above: N/A FOR INFORMATION FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 531148-531154 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 530781 hereby registered by the The date on which the reg- Signature of Registrants: NAME STATEMENT PLACING LEGAL The following person(s) do- NAME The following person(s) do- following owner(s): istrant first commenced to /s/: Kelly Herrera FILE NO. 531015-531016 NOTICES ing business as: 1)Goodguys FILE NO. 480521-523 ing business as: House on Paul Anthony Garcia, 4000 transact business under the This statement was filed with Call 925-243-8000 The following person(s) 2)Good Guy Enterprises 3) The person(s) listed below the Hill, 49 Golf Rd, Pleas- Pimlico Dr 114-295, Pleas- fictitious business name(s) the County Clerk of Alameda doing business as: 1)Of- has(have) abandoned the anton, CA 94566, is hereby FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Good Guys 4)Goodguys anton, CA 94588 listed above: N/A on May 19, 2017. Expires ficer MNOP 2)Mony Nop Rod & Custom Association use of the following Ficti- registered by the following This business is conducted Signature of Registrants: May 19, 2022. NAME STATEMENT Inspirational Speaking, 1926 tious Business Name: 1) owner(s): FILE NO. 530055 5)Goodguys Goodtimes Ga- by an Individual /s/: Laura Kell The Independent Legal No. Railroad Ave #102, Liver- Rhodes Business Services 1)Jennifer Hines 2)James This statement was filed with The following person(s) do- zette 6)Goodguys Vintage The date on which the reg- 4139. Published May 25, more, CA 94550, is hereby 2)BizBreak Services 3)One Hines, 49 Golf Rd, Pleasan- the County Clerk of Alameda ing business as: Renee’s Drag Racing 7)Goodguys istrant first commenced to June 1, 8, 15, 2017. registered by the following Great Cup, 2142 Rheen ton, CA 94566 on May 11, 2017. Expires Fashion Designs & Em- AutoCross, 1071 Serpen- transact business under the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS owner(s): Dr., Suite C, Pleasanton, This business is conducted May 11, 2022. broidery, 1745 Linden St, tine Lane, Pleasanton, CA fictitious business name(s) NAME STATEMENT Mony Nop, LLC, 1926 Rail- CA 94588. by Married Couple The Independent Legal No. Livermore, CA 94551, is 94566, is hereby registered listed above: N/A FILE NO. 531301 road Ave #102, Livermore, The Fictitious Business The date on which the reg- 4138. Published May 25, hereby registered by the by the following owner(s): Signature of Registrants: The following person(s) do- CA 94550 Goodguy Enterprises, Inc., Name Statement for the istrant first commenced to /s/: Paul Garcia June 1, 8, 15, 2017. following owner(s): This business is conducted Partnership filed on transact business under the ing business as: Livermore 1071 Serpentine Lane, This statement was filed with FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Renee Yvonne Needens, by a Limited Liability Com- 07/15/2013 in the County of fictitious business name(s) Real Estate Services, 3563 Pleasanton, CA 94566 the County Clerk of Alameda NAME STATEMENT 1745 Linden St, Livermore, pany Alameda. listed above: May 5, 2017 Madeira Way, Livermore, CA This business is conducted on May 18, 2017. Expires FILE NO. 531293-531294 CA 94551 The date on which the reg- The full name of Registrant: Signature of Registrants: 94550, is hereby registered This business is conducted by a Corporation May 18, 2022. The following person(s) by the following owner(s): istrant first commenced to The date on which the reg- BizBreak Services, Inc., /s/: Jennifer Hines The Independent Legal No. by an Individual transact business under the 2142 Rheem Dr., Suite C, This statement was filed with doing business as: 1)Skin Paula Cavagnaro, 3563 The date on which the reg- istrant first commenced to 4137. Published May 25, Philosophy 2)Skin Philoso- Madeira Way, Livermore, fictitious business name(s) transact business under the Pleasanton, CA 94588 the County Clerk of Alameda June 1, 8, 15, 2017. istrant first commenced to listed above: May 11, 2017 This Business is Conducted on May 5, 2017. Expires May phy by Kelly, 411 S. L St. CA 94550 transact business under the fictitious business name(s) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS #G, Livermore, CA 94550, This business is conducted Signature of Registrants: listed above: May 01, 2017 by: a Corporation 5, 2022. fictitious business name(s) /s/: Mony Nop, Managing Signature of Registrant: The Independent Legal No. NAME STATEMENT is hereby registered by the by an Individual listed above: N/A Signature of Registrants: FILE NO. 531005 following owner(s): The date on which the reg- Member /s/: Andrew Ebel, Secretary /s/: Kenneth Rhodes, Presi- 4136. Published May 25, Signature of Registrants: This statement was filed with dent June 1, 8, 15, 2017. The following person(s) do- Kelly Herrera, 4012 Comp- istrant first commenced to /s/: Renee Needens This statement was filed with ing business as: Pleasanton ton Ct., Livermore, CA transact business under the the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda This statement was filed with FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed with on May 11, 2017. Expires the County Clerk of Alameda Skin, 264 Spring St, Pleas- 94550 fictitious business name(s) the County Clerk of Alameda on May 16, 2017. Expires NAME STATEMENT anton, CA 94566, is hereby This business is conducted listed above: N/A May 11, 2022. May 16, 2022. on May 16, 2017. Expires FILE NO. 531258 on April 19, 2017. Expires The Independent Legal No. registered by the following by an Individual Signature of Registrants: The Independent Legal No. May 16, 2022. The following person(s) do- April 19, 2022. 4133. Published May 18, 25, owner(s): The date on which the reg- /s/: Paula Cavagnaro 4134. Published May 25, The Independent Legal No. ing business as: ACT AUTO The Independent Legal No. June 1, 8, 2017. Laura Kell, 264 Spring St, istrant first commenced to This statement was filed with June 1, 8, 15, 2017. 4135. Published May 25, TRANSPORT BROKER, 4132. Published May 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2017. Pleasanton, CA 94566 transact business under the the County Clerk of Alameda June 8, 2017 • The Independent 11

4145. Published June 8, 15, on May 19, 2017. Expires Ideal Clean and Restora- We also have adult cats & 127) LOST/ FOUND jobs less than $500 must May 19, 2022. tion LLC, 20885 Redwood 22, 29, 2017. ranch cats for adoption. state in their advertisements The Independent Legal No. Rd, #314, Castro Valley, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CAMERA that they are not licensed 4140. Published May 25, CA 94546 NAME STATEMENT Found on Mocho Street, by the Contractors State near Holy Cross Church, June 1, 8, 15, 2017. This business is conducted FILE NO. 531656-531658 License Board.” by a Limited Liability Com- The following person(s) do- on May 17th FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Please call REAL ESTATE pany ing business as: 1)THIRY NAME STATEMENT (925)373-3575 Inland Valley The date on which the reg- TENTH CO 2)THIRYTENTH FILE NO. 531469 Publishing Co. Cable Installers Wanted! istrant first commenced to CO 3)THIRYTENTH, 841 The following person(s) do- Client Code:04126-00001 transact business under the Montevino Dr, Pleasan- ANNOUNCEMENTS Immediate openings for Cable Installers ing business as: Brothers Re: Legal Notice for fictitious business name(s) ton, CA 94566, is hereby Inspections Services, 2418 Adopt a new best friend 155) NOTICES Classified Ads Armstrong Street, Liver- listed above: June 1, 2017 registered by the following TVAR No experience necessary, we will train. Signature of Registrants: owner(s): “NOTICE TO READERS: The Federal Fair Housing more, CA 94551, is hereby Tri-Valley Animal Rescue Act, Title VII of the Civil registered by the following /s/: Regina Santos, Manag- Richard G. Pascual, 841 California law requires that $500 Bonus for no experience ing Member Montevino Dr, Pleasanton, contractors taking jobs that Rights Act of 1964, and state $2500 Bonus with sufficient experience owner(s): Our current weekly adoption law prohibit advertisements Brothers Inspections Servic- This statement was filed with CA 94566 events include: total $500 or more (labor the County Clerk of Alameda This business is conducted and/or materials) be licensed for housing and employment Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, 401K es, 2418 Armstrong Street, that contain any preference, Livermore, CA 94551 on May 26, 2017. Expires by an Individual Saturdays - Dogs & Pup- by the Contractors State Company vehicle with gas card provided May 26, 2022. The date on which the reg- License Board. State law limitation or discrimination This business is conducted pies at Farmer’s Market in based on protected classes, by a Corporation The Independent Legal No. istrant first commenced to Pleasanton. The location is also requires that contrac- Bring current DMW report to interview. 4143. Published June 1, 8, transact business under the tors include their license including race, color, reli- The date on which the reg- Delucchi Park, 4501 First St. gion, sex, handicap, familial Call (916) 215-9309 to apply. istrant first commenced to 15, 22, 2017. fictitious business name(s) Hours: 10:00am to 1:00pm. numbers on all advertising. listed above: May 18, 2017 Check your contractor’s status or national origin. transact business under the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IVPC does not knowingly ac- Open Interviews Mon-Fri 9am-3pm fictitious business name(s) NAME STATEMENT Signature of Registrants: Saturdays & Sundays - Kit- status at www.cslb.ca.gov 1920 Mark Ct. #190, Concord, CA /s/: Richard G. Pascual, or (800)321-CSLB (2752). cept any advertisements that listed above: N/A FILE NO. 531660-531661 tens at Dublin PetSmart, are in violation of the law. Signature of Registrants: The following person(s) do- Owner 6960 Amador Plaza Rd. Unlicensed persons taking /s/: Cody Wallace, CEO/ ing business as: 1)GEO- This statement was filed with Hours: 11am to 3pm. Secretary NETZ.CITY 2)GEONETZ- the County Clerk of Alameda This statement was filed with ITY, 841 Montevino Dr, on June 1, 2017. Expires Visit our website, WWW. e the County Clerk of Alameda Pleasanton, CA 94566, is June 1, 2022. TVAR.ORG, to see adopt- on May 25, 2017. Expires hereby registered by the The Independent Legal No. able animals, volunteer May 25, 2022. following owner(s): 4146. Published June 8, 15, opportunities, and how to The Independent Legal No. Richard G. Pascual, 841 22, 29, 2017. donate. 4141. Published June 1, 8, Montevino Dr, Pleasanton, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 15, 22, 2017. CA 94566 NAME STATEMENT Follow TRI-VALLEY ANI- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This business is conducted FILE NO. 531800 MAL RESCUE on Facebook, by an Individual Twitter, and Instagram. NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) do- Daniel Alpher Sally Blaze The date on which the reg- ing business as: First Class FILE NO. 531518-522 EMPLOYMENT REALTOR® ® istrant first commenced to Shipping Service, 3061 In- REALTOR The following person(s) do- 65) HELP WANTED ing business as: 1)Toyota transact business under the dependence Drive, Ste A, 925.548.6500 925.998.1284 Material Handling Northern fictitious business name(s) Livermore, CA 94551, is IT: [email protected] listed above: N/A [email protected] California 2)Toyota Material hereby registered by the Teqtron Inc. daniel.apr.com sblaze.apr.com Handling 3)Toyota Golf and Signature of Registrants: following owner(s): has openings in Industrial 4)TMHNC 5)TMH, /s/: Richard G. Pascual, First Class Signing Service, Livermore CA: 6999 Southfront Rd., Liver- Custodian Inc., 3061 Independence Software Engineers – Or- more, CA 94551, is hereby This statement was filed with Drive, Ste A, Livermore, acle; Software Engineers registered by the following the County Clerk of Alameda CA 94551 - Agile PLM; Software En- Lynn Borley Tracey Esling owner(s): on June 1, 2017. Expires This business is conducted gineers – PLM process. REALTOR® REALTOR® June 1, 2022. RJMS Corporation, 6999 by a Corporation Travel &/or reloc. to var. 925.487.3371 925.366.8275 The Independent Legal No. The date on which the reg- unanticipated loc’s thruout Southfront Rd., Livermore, [email protected] [email protected] CA 94551 4144. Published June 8, 15, istrant first commenced to the US may be req’d. This business is conducted 22, 29, 2017. transact business under the Res. to lynnb.apr.com tesling.apr.com by a Corporation FICTITIOUS BUSINESS fictitious business name(s) 256 Snider Ct The date on which the reg- NAME STATEMENT listed above: N/A istrant first commenced to FILE NO. 531662-531663 Signature of Registrants: BE WARY of out of area transact business under the The following person(s) do- /s/: Eric D. Hill, President companies. Check with the Leslie Faught Alain Pinel Realtors is Pleased Linda Futral This statement was filed with to Announce Our Association fictitious business name(s) ing business as: 1)EBO8 local Better Business Bureau REALTOR® with Tracey Esling Broker/Realtor listed above: April 1, 2017 COM 2)EB08, 841 Mon- the County Clerk of Alameda in Our Pleasanton Office before you send money or Experience The Difference 925.784.7979 Tracey Esling 925.366.8275 925.980.3561 Signature of Registrants: tevino Dr, Pleasanton, CA on June 5, 2017. Expires tesling.apr.com fees. Read and understand [email protected] [email protected] /s/: Mark Andres, President 94566, is hereby registered June 5, 2022. any contracts before you & CEO by the following owner(s): The Independent Legal No. sign. Shop around for rates. LeslieFaught.com LindaFutral.com This statement was filed with Richard G. Pascual, 841 4147. Published June 8, 15, the County Clerk of Alameda Montevino Dr, Pleasanton, 22, 29, 2017. TO PLACE on May 26, 2017. Expires CA 94566 ANIMALS A CLASSIFIED AD OR May 26, 2022. This business is conducted LEGAL NOTICE IN THE The Independent Legal No. by an Individual 2) CATS/ DOGS INDEPENDENT Dan Gamache Kat Gaskins Call (925)243-8000 REALTOR® ® 4142. Published June 1, 8, The date on which the reg- ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for REALTOR 15, 22, 2017. istrant first commenced to adoption information contact 925.918.0332 925.963.7940 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS transact business under the Valley Humane Society at MERCHANDISE [email protected] [email protected] fictitious business name(s) (925)426-8656 TriValleyHomeSearch.com NAME STATEMENT listed above: N/A 118) FREE SECTION KatGaskins.com FILE NO. 531527 Signature of Registrants: FERAL CAT FOUNDATION Free Pine & Oak Wood The following person(s) do- /s/: Richard G. Pascual, Cat & kitten adoptions now You cut & haul it ing business as: Ideal Clean, Chief Editor at the new Livermore Petco Lots of Pine cones, too The Rug Colorist, Pro Carpet This statement was filed with on Saturdays from 10:00AM Please call Gail Henneberry Leigh Anne Hoffman Repair, 3546 Quail Avenue, to 2:30PM. We have many the County Clerk of Alameda (408)897-3156 REALTOR® ® Castro Valley, CA 94546, on June 1, 2017. 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I'd go so far as to exemplifies quality of life It’s rodeo season with the partnership between the Liver- Lawrence, LARPD Assistant General Manager. “The rodeo say that today is a great day and excellence in our work- more Area Recreation and Park District and the Livermore reflects Livermore’s western culture, and the District shares for America and American force, so it was natural that Rodeo helping to make the season a success. a significant part in making sure this event continues on.” manufacturing. There are we would partner to bring The Rodeo comes to town June 10 and 11. However, the LARPD is always represented in the Rodeo Parade by 900 men and women here this remarkable project to partnership with LARPD extends year-round. As the owner members from the Board of Directors. This year the Dis- who have worked hard for fruition. One of the first and operator of Robertson Park, home of the World’s Fastest trict is adding a float entry with more staff and volunteers decades to make this com- buses rolling off the assem- Rodeo, the District is involved in celebrating Livermore’s to join the fun. pany great. Because of this bly line will be going to the rich and colorful western heritage. facility, these jobs are stay- Livermore Amador Valley “We consider the Park District a great partner in help- ing here in Livermore." Transit Authority; we are Last year, the partnership between the Livermore Stock- ing us bring the rodeo to the Tri-Valley,” said Don Staysa, Since 1890, Gillig has keeping local jobs and cre- men’s Rodeo Association and LARPD was recognized with who is on the Rodeo’s Board of Directors and serves as evolved from a business that ating local products for the an Outstanding Community Organization award from the liaison to LARPD. provided "Upholstery for the local people to use." California Association of Recreation and Park Districts. Rodeo volunteers help provide upkeep of the rodeo Fine Carriage Trade" in San Alameda County Super- “The rodeo is one of the largest and most important arena, keeping it looking good throughout the year. In turn, Francisco, to becoming the visor Scott Haggerty in- events that brings the whole community together,” said John the District provides additional assistance to the Rodeo to country's top manufacturer spired cheers from the crowd add final touches, Staysa said. of school and transit buses when he offered Golden “LARPD has been extremely supportive of what we’re in Hayward. The company's State Warriors tickets to two doing,” Staysa said. “We’ve worked really hard on both move to Livermore was longtime employees: one Good News Bears in sides.” prompted by a need for ad- who has worked at Gillig for Livermore Rodeo Week kicked off with a Princess ditional capacity. 50 years; the second, a 42- Need of Storage Space Coronation Dinner on Saturday, June 3; followed by "Livermore is focused year employee who is also events throughout the week: the Livermore Rodeo Mixer on innovation and support- one of four generations that & Team Branding on Wednesday, June 7; the Rodeo Family ing local jobs," said Mau- has worked for the company. Good News Bears, a 501c3 charity organization based in Livermore, is in need of a new "home" for its inventory Night on Thursday, June 8; and the Cowgirl Luncheon on nus. "It is central to where "In my opinion, this Friday, June 9. Look for LARPD’s entries into the Rodeo Gillig employees live, and move was a civics lesson – of stuffed animals. The mission of the all-volunteer organization is to Parade, hosted by the Livermore Rotary Club, starting is a great community that a businessman standing up at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 10, in downtown Livermore. will allow for recruiting top for his employees, standing provide comfort through stuffed animals to boys and girls, candidates. There are a lot of up for good-paying union men and women of any age. An average of 12,000 stuffed The Livermore Rodeo will open at 11 a.m. June 10, and companies that have taken jobs, standing up for jobs animals per year are given to social, medical, and emergency Sunday, June 11, at Robertson Park, 3200 Robertson Park a different path – Peterbilt, that have good health care services agencies, along with nursing homes, active duty Road. For more information, visit www.larpd.org or www. Mack Truck, Trailmobile, benefits – everything that military, and shelters. In addition, the group responds to livermorerodeo.com. Ford and GM Parts – com- this county wants," said emergency situations and natural disasters. panies that decided to chase Haggerty. "I'm happy that A minimum of 500sq ft of clean, accessible space is low-cost labor and left the they are now in my district, needed, "but more would be fantastic." New teddy bears state or the country. Not a district that also houses purchased for distribution are stored. Gently used critters Gillig. What we've done Tesla, another great innova- received through donations are sorted and bagged. Supplies with this 600,000 square foot tor. Today is a great day. and giftings awaiting delivery are also stored. Ideally, ac- plant is double down here in You are working in a brand- cess to the space 7 days a week and evenings would be best. America. This is the team new, beautiful facility in a Drop-offs are not accepted at the space, it is only accessed that made this company suc- wonderful community that cessful over the years. This is really close to some great by members, and limited to two members with access unless is the team that is going to wines." a “sort day” is planned for all members. make this company success- The ceremony included All funds are put into purchasing new teddy bears, so ful well into the future." lunch and tours of the plant, funds are not available to pay rent. The donation of space Spanning three centuries, which is located adjacent to is tax-deductible, though, as we are a registered charity. Gillig survived the 1906 San the Livermore airport. Previous locations have all been unused office space. Hav- Francisco Earthquake, two Maunus added, "Gillig's ing a key and unlimited access enables the group to meet World Wars and the Great steadfast focus on quality the needs of the agencies as needs arise. Depression. It witnessed and unwavering commit- A certificate of insurance will be provided. Access and LAS POSITAS COLLEGE the advent of automobiles ment to exceptional cus- security are all negotiable. For information, to contact MULTIPLE START DATES FOR SUMMER SESSION. and airplanes, radio and tomer service sets us apart Chairbear Jeanie Haigh at [email protected] FLEXIBLE CLASS SCHEDULES AVAILABLE! TV, and Disneyland and from our competition. We or cell 510-409-6754 McDonald's. Gillig's new- are committed to building est chapter begins with the buses that connect commu- WWW.LASPOSITASCOLLEGE.EDU opening of its corporate nities, eliminate congestion headquarters and production and contribute to a greener line in Livermore. environment. Our 100-per- Mayor John Marchand cent U.S. presence creates stated, "The reason Liver- American jobs and recycles more is now the proud part- tax dollars back into the Annual Father’s Day Picnic ner of Gillig is because of community. Sunday, June 18 their leadership and their "There is something spe- Rese rvations required. commitment to their work- cial here at Gillig. It's the force and to the quality of people - it's this culture of Gorgeous Grounds Avail. For Weddings & Events their buses. There's a motto greatness that these people Fine Wines Made From Our Own California on their lunchroom wall that have; it's pride in themselves Certified Organic Grapes says, 'Quality is a reflection and pride in the company." 1356 S. Livermore Ave, CA | (925) 447-8941 of our people.' That is what To learn more, visit www. Hours: 12-4:30pm; Closed Wed Gillig is all about. Livermore gillig.com.

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Livermore Valley Wineries Dominate at Both the Cal State, Alameda County Fairs

By Laura Ness and Best of Class of Region Dating back to 1854, for the 2012 Grenache, and the oldest commercial wine a Silver, Best of Class of competition in the US, the Region for the 2012 Mal- 2017 California State Fair bec. Its 2011 Tempranillo evaluated 2,663 wines from and 2015 Verdelho from 711 California wineries, Lodi also scored Silvers. awarding 137 double-gold The 2013 Infrared took medals – the competition’s bronze. highest ranking – 295 gold Las Positas Vineyards medals and 1,051 silver scored Gold, Best of Class medals. A Viognier from of Region for the 2013 Cab- Rendez-vous Winery in ernet Sauvignon, and Silver, Clarksburg was crowned Best of Class of Region Best White and a Cabernet for the 2014 Tempranillo. Franc from Imagery Estates They also came away with in Sonoma was Best Red. Silvers for the 2013 Coc- The Fair also awarded cineous and 2013 Meritage 381 Best of Class of Region blends, as well as Silver Awards, 26 Best of Califor- for the 2016 Alta Mesa nia Awards and 22 Best of Verdelho. The 2015 Petite Region Awards. Sirah scored Bronze. Livermore Valley winer- Livermore Crossings ies, and Crooked Vine and scored a Gold, Best of Class Stony Ridge in particular, of Region for its 2013 Mer- had a pretty impressive lot, while Livermore Ranch showing at this competi- scored Silver for its 2013 tion. Livermore Merlot. Both are Read more here: http:// brands of the Bronco Wine www.sacbee.com/food- Company. drink/article145790124. Livermore Valley Wine Country at sunset. Photo - Barry Zupan Murietta’s Well scored html#storylink=cpy Silver, Best of Class of State Fair: Livermore of Region Red and Best eda/Greater Bay/Livermore 95 points, Best of Class of the 2014 Cabernet. Region for its 2015 Whip, Valley Does the Region of Class of Region for the Valley region with: Region Ehrenberg Cellars scored while the Spur also gar- Proud 2014 Nina’s Cuvee Petite • 2014 Stony Ridge 2014 • 2014 Stony Ridge Pe- Double Gold and Best of nered Silver. The 2016 At the State Fair, Bent Sirah, quite fitting, con- Zinfandel, Double Gold, 98 tite Sirah, Gold, 95 points Class of Region for a 2012 Grenache/Counoise blend Creek came away with sidering its position as the points, Best of California, • 2015 Crooked Vine Napa Cabernet, along with scored Bronze. Best of Class of Region for cradle of varietal Petite Best of Class of Region Fume Blanc, Silver, 91 Silvers for a 2013 Cari- Retzlaff Estate Winery its 2010 Petite Sirah port, Sirah in North America. • 2014 Crooked Vine points, Best of Class gnane (Contra Costa) and took home Bronze for its a Gold for its 2015 Men- They also scored Silver for “Moxie,” Red Blend, • 2015 Crooked Vine a 2012 Syrah (Solano). 2014 Chardonnay and 2015 docino Sauv Blanc; Silvers Concannon Reserve 2014 Double Gold, 98 points, Viognier, Silver, 88 points Bronzes winners were the Isabelle’s Blush. for Chardonnay, Petite Captain Joe’s Petite Sirah, Best of Class of Region The 2015 Crooked Vine 2012 Zin blend from Ama- Wente Vineyards scored Sirah and Zinfandel; and and bronzes for 2015 Con- • 2014 Crooked Vine Chardonnay, 2015 Pinot dor, “Seduction” dessert Gold and Best of Class of bronzes for 2014 Cabernet cannon Chardonnay, 2014 Cabernet Franc, Double Noir and 2014 Petite Sirah wine and 2012 Zinfandel Region for the 2015 Morn- Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Cabernet and 2013 Petite Gold, 95 points, Best of all scored bronze medals. from Contra Costa. ing Fog Chardonnay, and and Syrah. Sirah, all Livermore Valley. Class of Region Eagle Ridge Winery Fenestra Winery came brought home Silver for Concannon Reserve Crooked Vine/Stony • 2014 Stony Ridge “Tri- scored Silver for the 2013 away with a Gold for the the 2014 Charles Wet- Ridge dominated the Alam- fecta,” Red Blend, Gold, Petite Sirah, and bronze for 2013 Petite Sirah, a Silver scored Double Gold, Best (continued on page 5) 2 The Independent • June 8, 2017

'Lines' Theme of New Exhibit at the Harrington Gallery

objects that explore both the linear qualities of sculpture and the dimensional possibilities of drawing.” He has had numerous Bay Area solo and group exhibitions to his credit, plus works shown at the Whitney and Apex Art in New York City. Howard Hersh creates geometric 3-D wall sculptures which incorporate multiple media. He “uses structural imagery as a metaphor for identifying ourselves in space and time… Structure is a template for social, intellectual, work, and virtually every aspect of our daily lives. In this way, structure serves not only as a metaphor, but as a physical presence.” Among the works to be shown (from left) are SF Sunflower by Mel Prest, painting by Jeff Snell and Skin Deep by Mel Prest’s work comes courtesy of Chandra Cer- Howard Hersh rito Gallery in Oakland. She paints painstaking, accurate lines freehand in a vibrant color palette, with op-art-esque Lines - undulating, stick-straight, colorful, curvi- tions and chat with the artists. Free and open to the public. results. Her work has shown in galleries across Northern linear… and functional create and divide space, sug- A special class connected to the exhibit for young California, including MH DeYoung Artist Studio in San gest movement, or produce intriguing optical illusions. people ages 5-11. Thursday, June 22, 4:30-5:45 p.m. Lines Francisco. Recent honors include an Artist in Residence The Harrington Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center in divide everything! They can be thick, thin, wavy, dotted, post at Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. Pleasanton explores “Along the Lines” in the next major and so much more. Participants will have a guided explo- Jeff Snell returns to the Firehouse, having shown in installation, opening Friday, June 16 and running through ration of the exhibit, then create their own linear master- both a recent group landscapes exhibit and a solo instal- July 15, 2017. pieces in the upstairs art studio. Instructors: Julie Finegan lation. His is a very abstract, painterly approach to line. Five distinctly dissimilar artists have been chosen by and Debbie Wardrope. Register at www.pleasantonfun. Curated for this installation are mainly works from his Harrington Gallery Director Julie Finegan to explore com, code 2050. Residents: $15 / Non-residents: $20 “Carny” series. Often small, recognizable objects are this interesting theme, working variously in painting, ink Jenny Balisle’s fine-line ink drawings show intriguing visible below wide, textured linear divisions in space. In drawing, sculpture, and 3-D multi-media. pattern and design. She says her “art practice investigates his words: “(I) create dynamic compositions with spaces Artists include fine-line ink drawing practitioner Jenny diverse relationships and systems within natural and man- that shift between dimensional space and purely textural Balisle (Richmond); geometric sculptor David Fought made environments… The goal is to identify how patterns surfaces... (the approach) allows for improvisation and (San Francisco); Howard Hersh (San Francisco) contrib- and symbols of influence impact perception.” She has chance discoveries.” utes 3-D multi-media wall pieces; abstract-realist painter exhibited at Oakland Museum, Chicago Cultural Center, The Harrington Gallery is located inside the Firehouse Jeff Snell (Vallejo); and colorist and meticulous free-hand Korean Cultural Center, and Harvard University. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, Calif. “op-artist” Mel Prest (San Francisco) . David Fought’s work is on loan through Traywick Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 12:00- A public reception will be held in the Harrington Gal- Contemporary in Berkeley. Using burned metal rods and 5:00 p.m., Saturday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., and also one lery on Thursday, June 15, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Artists plaster to create twisted geometric sculptures, Traywick hour before most performances and during intermissions. will be on hand. Light refreshments will be served. Guests describes David as “well-known for a slow, monastic Admission for this exhibit is free. Donations are gratefully are welcome to come explore the exhibit, and ask ques- practice that translates into minimal and meditative accepted.

Storytelling and Public Speaking Presentation Planned by Writers Club Kate Farrell, an editor of several anthologies and an Farrell's presentation is open to members of the public and the 2015 Indie Excellence Award. author, will speak to local writers Saturday, June 17 about who make advance reservations and pay a fee at the door. Ferrell founded the Word Weaving Storytelling Project "A New Age of Fire: Storytelling and Public Speaking." Cost for CWC members is $12, non-members, $17. Any- in collaboration with the California State Department The talk will begin at 2 p.m. at the Four Points by Shera- one interested in the program or CWC may attend with no of Education funded by grants from Zellerbach Family ton, 5115 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton, with check in at 1:30 obligation to join. Reservations can be made by sending Fund, San Francisco, 1979-1991, to train educators. She p.m. The event is hosted by the Tri-Valley Branch of the a message via e-mail to [email protected] also has published educational materials. California Writers Club (CWC). no later than Wednesday, June 14. More information about Ferrell and her activities are "All through my childhood, I read folktales and fairy Farrell edited the anthology, Wisdom Has a Voice: on her website, Wonder Woman Tales, at http://katefar- tales whenever I could," Farrell wrote in a recent blog. Every Daughter’s Memories of Mother. She is co-editor rell.net/. "My early years were uncertain; we moved frequently, of the anthology, Times They Were A-Changing: Women The CWC Tri-Valley Branch invites writers of all from place to place, changing towns, states, finding Remember the 60s & 70s, a finalist for Foreword Reviews genres and experience levels to learn about their craft homes in a variety of circumstances. Those ancient stories 2014 Book of the Year Award and the 2014 Indie Excel- at its monthly meetings. For more information about sustained me, since no matter what the culture or country lence Award. She is also co-editor of the anthology, Cry the CWC Tri-Valley Branch, contact Patricia Boyle at of origin, they told of a heroic courage that won out in the of the Nightbird: Writers Against Domestic Violence, a [email protected] or visit http://www.trival- end, overcoming all wickedness." finalist for the 2015 Next Generation Indie Book Award leywriters.org. June 8, 2017 • The Independent 3

Livermore-Amador Symphony 'Peter and the Wolf' Performance Sparks Interest in Music by Patricia Boyle posure some of my students Valley Performing Arts On April 20, the Liver- have to fine arts, as their Center. The Livermore- more-Amador Symphony families may not be able to Amador Symphony also brought a full orchestra to afford tickets.” performed at assemblies in two elementary schools in The concerts were made some Livermore schools Pleasanton, reaching over possible by grants from the during the 2015-2016 sea- 900 students in one day. Pleasanton Arts Commis- son and plans to continue to The performances at Vin- sion and the Pleasanton bring similar programs to tage Hills and Valley View Youth Commission, with schools throughout the Tri- schools featured Prokofiev's administrative help and Valley in the coming years. classic meet-the-orchestra support from the Livermore piece, “Peter and the Wolf.” Lara Webber, the music director of the Livermore- Amador Symphony, conducted. Actor Michael Wayne Rice, an associate artist with the Livermore Shakespeare Festival, nar- rated this imaginative tale Jerry Jeff of how a bright young boy outwits a big gray wolf with the help of his animal Walker friends. Different instru- Conductor and narrator entertain students. WITH SPECIAL GUEST ments portray each of the DJANGO WALKER characters in the story. basic academic skills, from joyful. We ask the students: respects. My students were Webber says of the memorization and pattern How does the duck’s music engaged, attentive, and Father and Son: assemblies, “The music recognition to spatial rea- change when he is heard came back discussing the Up Close & Personal captivated the imagination soning and proportion, you from inside the wolf’s instruments and story.” of the kids, who enthusiasti- name it. Most significantly, belly? Why does Prokofiev Another teacher re- Sun JUN 18 at 3pm cally answered questions music taps directly into our move Peter’s theme from marked, “This assembly and shared their ideas about emotions, and engages the the strings to the horns at was an incredible, engag- the music they heard. They imagination and our innate the end?” ing, and educational intro- were particularly enthralled human creativity. As one One kindergarten teacher duction to the symphony East Bay Jazz with the narration by child at Vintage Hills said commented, “The musi- and how music can tell a High School Michael Wayne Rice. The to me after our perfor- cal story of ‘Peter and the story. I also appreciate it mance, ‘The music tickles All Stars Band program was tied into the Wolf’ was excellent in all since it may be the only ex- DIRECTED BY SPENCER Common Core curriculum, my feelings.’” “Peter and the Wolf” is a SUSSMAN with an emphasis on criti- Thu JUN 8 at 7:30pm cal thinking, imagery and piece that is rich in emotion storytelling through music. and well-suited to encour- Health and Wellness Fair Each performance opened age children’s thinking with the ‘Star Spangled about musical expression. Resource Set for Seniors Black Girl. Banner,’ with full-throated Webber says, “We are Funny World. creative animals, and no The Tri-Valley Senior Roundtable will host a Health singing from all the stu- STARRING FAITH ALPHER dents, and closed with the musical work brings that and Wellness Resource Fair on Wed., June 14. The event kids clapping and marching out more than ‘Peter and will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the dining room Fri JUN 9 at 8pm along to Sousa’s ‘Washing- the Wolf.’ Each character at Ridge View Commons, 5200 Case Ave., Pleasanton. ton Post March.’” is described in sound by a There will be free ice cream sundaes, free raffle prizes She continues, “Com- specific theme played by a and free give-aways. The Doo mon Core seeks to integrate particular instrument. These Community vendors will be on hand. The money raised creative and critical think- themes change in ways both from the providers will be donated to the Ridge View Wop ing into all subject areas, subtle and obvious as the Common's Activities Fund. with a particular focus characters are affected by Some examples of the agencies who will be represent- Project the events in the story . . . ed at the fair are: Home Care Agencies; Assisted Living on students being able to Sun JUN 11 demonstrate reasoning and one can hear when Peter is Facilities; Placement Agencies; Legal Assistance; The STARS FROM BROADWAY’S understanding in multiple brave, when the grandfather Department of Labor Resource Center; Skilled Nursing at 3pm JERSEY BOYS & MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL ways. Music does this is angry, when the duck Facilities; Hospice; and Mortuaries. These agencies will inherently. Listening to mu- is afraid of the wolf, and have hand-outs and information about their services as 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org sic reinforces all kinds of when the bird is excited and well as free ‘give-aways.’ 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore The public is invited to attend. 4 The Independent • June 8, 2017 Tri-Valley Haven to Celebrate a Milestone

Like Apple Computers shelter in the tri-valley area always grown in a way that and The Who, Tri-Valley that accepts families headed is true to our grassroots Haven started operations in by men. beginning -- we are still a garage forty years ago. The Haven provides torchbearers for the Found- That Livermore garage many different programs ing Mothers of the Haven. housed a key piece of concerning parenting, “Often in an organi- equipment -- a telephone legal clinics for temporary zation’s life, especially that volunteers used to restraining orders, counsel- when making the move answer crisis calls from ing, self-defense and resist- from modest donations to women whose relation- ing bullies in local schools. government contracts, it is ships had become abusive. One of its newest programs, a struggle to retain the soul Since those days in 1977, started in August 2013, is of the organization. When the Haven has expanded Prison Rape Elimination applying for funding, we and become a multi-faceted Act (PREA) services. Staff keep our mission and the social service agency, cur- members provide crisis best interests of our clients rently providing not only a counseling and advocacy at the forefront. In another dedicated domestic violence for male and female survi- 40 years, I hope and believe shelter, but also a homeless vors of sexual harassment that the Haven still stands shelter, a legal clinic, as- and assault who are incar- strong for Peace and Safety, sistance for victims of rape cerated within Alameda one person, one family, one and sexual assault, a food County Santa Rita Jail and community at a time. pantry, and even anti-bul- the Federal Correctional “Blessed with wonderful lying programs at schools. Institute, Dublin. staff, board and volunteers The Haven’s 24-hour crisis In 2013, TVH took to keep TVH responding to line continues today. Each over the thrift store at those in crisis, our primary year some 1,500 calls for Local residents line up to receive a bag of food at Tri-Valley Haven’s Food Pantry, 116 N. L St. in Livermore concern -- after the people assistance are answered by located at the Mar Thoma Church on Junction Avenue in Livermore. operated by Buenas Vidas we serve -- is the budget. staff or trained volunteers. Youth Ranch, which had Will we have enough fund- Tri-Valley Haven (TVH) ceased operations; it is ing to continue acting on originated with a group of Mothers” Claire Nelson shot April 4 in Richmond as 3663 Pacific Avenue, which now the Tri-Valley Haven our mission?” women from Livermore and and Barbara Tuck will be she drove her two toddlers houses TVH’s administra- Thrift Store, with proceeds Local residents line up Pleasanton who wanted to honored guests at the gala to school by a boyfriend she tive staff, was completed benefitting the Haven. The to receive a bag of food at provide resources for vic- event. Cathie Brown will was trying to escape. in 1996 under the watchful shop needed many upgrades Tri-Valley Haven’s Food tims of domestic violence: be recognized in absentia. Andrea Brooks, current eye of Helen Meier, the and renovations, so a team Pantry, located at the Mar advice about legal options, Back in 1977, battered president of the TVH board executive director at that of volunteers from Asbury Thoma Church on Junction and, especially, a refuge women were sheltered at of directors, was herself a time. Methodist Church worked Avenue in Livermore. where they could hide from volunteers’ homes until victim of abuse, and stayed Sheltering abused wom- for many months to trans- Board members Jenny a threatening, controlling a temporary shelter was in the TVH domestic vio- en and children represent form it into a bright, open Hamilton and Sue Reynolds partner. The agency’s created and staff (including lence shelter with her infant just a part of what the Ha- place for bargain-hunting. are co-chairing the 40th Articles of Incorporation, Linda Woodward, TVH’s daughter some 20 years ven does today. Staff and Asbury team members Anniversary Gala. It will filed on June 21, 1977, were first program director) was ago. Now an executive volunteers from the Rape Steve Elliott, Dick Craw- take place on Friday, June signed by the nine women hired the following year. member of the management Crisis Center meet sexual ford, Roger Everett and 30 at the Dublin Ranch forming the first board A permanent domestic team for a local financial in- assault victims at hospitals Bob Hoffman will also be Golf Course. The evening of directors: Cathie L. C. violence (DV) shelter was stitution, she says, “I raised and serve as their advocates recognized for their efforts will start with a VIP recep- Brown, Ann Briley, Martie opened in a confidential a healthy child, and I'm a in court. The Haven oper- at the 40th Anniversary tion at 6:00pm featuring Vassallo, Cheryl Foreman, location in 1984, and homeowner and college- ates a food pantry located Gala on June 30. champagne and live music; Josephine Ivins, Barbara transitional housing added educated . . . Now I am able at the Mar Thoma Church Ann King, the Haven’s VIP tickets are $150. The Tuck, Donna McAlice, in 1992, bringing the total to give back to the commu- in Livermore, and a16-bed Executive Director, sums main event starts at 7:00pm. Claire Nelson and Michele number of DV beds to 30. nity that helped me. I could homeless shelter across it up this way, “We have Tickets at $125 will include Axelson. Domestic violence not have done that without town. (Both the pantry and grown from a grassroots, a prime rib (or vegetarian) The Haven’s current shelters are still in criti- the supportive community the homeless shelter were shoestring program with dinner, a live and silent Board of Directors will be cal need today. Roselyn of Livermore and TVH. So previously operated by the a few dedicated local vol- auction and dancing, all celebrating its 40th Anni- Policarpio, 47, a mother of by empowering me, TVH Valley Community Health unteer leaders working out emceed by KKIQ’s Mark versary with a dinner-dance four, was killed April 27 empowered my family, and Center and taken over by of a garage into a thriving Davis. Reservations may on Friday, June 30, 2017 in Walnut Creek by a guy added to our community!” TVH in 2002.) The home- professional organization be made by calling Brenda at the Dublin Ranch Golf who claimed to love her. The Tri-Valley Haven less shelter, called Sojourn- with 36 paid staff, hundreds Dutton, ticket chairman, at Course, and “Founding Rashanda Franklin, 29, was Community Building at er House, is the only family of volunteers and five sepa- 925-828-7173, or Tri-Valley rate facilities. But we have Haven at 925-667-2728. June 8, 2017 • The Independent 5

WINERIES WIN AWARDS (continued from front page) more Cabernet. The 2015 Silver medal winners ing off for his current gig. Livermore Franc. pleasing flavors of black- channeled in its more herbal Louis Mel Sauvignon Blanc were awarded to 2012 Sarboria finished them off Bigger and stoutly living berry, juniper, sage, clove than fruity approach. This scored Bronze. BoaVentura Syrah, 2014 and bottled them. Kudos to up to its name, the 2014 and cinnamon, finishing is not Central Valley Zin by Chouinard Petite Sirah, good teamwork. Crooked Vine “Moxie” with savory-sweet ginger- any means. It has a nervy Alameda Fair: Is It? 2015 Crooked Vine Viog- The 2015 Crooked Vine packs all five Bordeaux bread. An absolute standout edge, walking a tightrope The Alameda Fair nier, 2016 Darcie Kent Fume Blanc, which was varieties into a complex and and worthy of its 98-point line between red cherry, recently hosted its annual Grüner Veltliner, 2013 done in 30% new oak, voluminous blend. Seri- rating. blueberry, pumpernickel commercial and amateur Darcie Kent Firepit, 2010 delivers smoked apple and ous stuff, with aromas of The biggest winner of and white pepper, almost wine competitions. From Eckert Estate Boa Quinta grilled pineapple aromas, leather, fennel, dark cherry, all, the 2014 Stony Ridge Amaro-like in its tautness. 293 commercial entries, dessert wine, 2012 Fenes- and hits the palate with river rock and chervil, and Zinfandel, is restrained and Definitely one to check out. it appears that of the 82 tra Touriga, 2013 Fenestra intense creaminess and fla- absolutely intense and medalists listed in the Infrared, 2012 Fenestra vors of pear butter. Sarboria final results, only six were Syrah, 2016 Fenestra True says she wants to move awarded gold. That’s a White, 2016 Las Positas away from so much wood remarkable failure to score Verdelho, 2013 Las Positas on this white in the future. rate of 73%, along with a Meritage, Las Positas Con- The 2014 Trifecta, a dismal gold medal award spiratus I (NV), 2013 Lon- blend of 15% Syrah, 27% rate of 2%. Compare that gevity Tempranillo, 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon and with the State Fair’s gold Mitchell Katz Syrah, 2015 58% Petite Sirah, is a win- medal rate of 16%. Only 21 Murrieta’s Well The Whip, ing combination for sure, silver medals were award- Pat Paulsen Vineyards enticing with aromas of wet ed, for a 7% rate, compared Angelica (NV), 2014 Stony rocks, blackberry bushes to the State Fair rate of Ridge Trifecta, 2015 Wente and blueberry pie. It’s nice- 40%. Tougher judges? Morning Fog Chardonnay ly layered and packed with More undeserving entries? and 2015 Wood Family bright blueberry and sage, Both? Chardonnay. pepper and a touch of plum Regardless, the Liver- Many of the wines sauce. The acid and tannins more Valley, which awarded bronze had are firm and in balance, unsurprisingly dominated previously scored silver or the body is perfect and the the entries, showed swim- higher in other competi- finish is lengthy and packed mingly: tions. with plum and chocolate. • Best of Show Red: Las The Amateur Winemak- At only 13.5%, it’s a great Positas Vineyards, 2014 ing contest drew 78 entries food wine and shows enor- Tempranillo and crowned the following: mous aging promise. • Best of Show White: • Best of Show Red: The 2014 Stony Ridge The Wine Group, 2015 Shakespeare Estates of Petite Sirah delivers big Concannon Reserve Char- Livermore toasty notes of American donnay • Best of Show White: oak, plum and chocolate, • Best of Show Dessert: Toloti of Fremont and brings to mind mole Chouinard Vineyard, 2014 • Best of Show Dessert: instantly. Flavors of blue- Orange Muscat Fred Watkins of Hayward berry, roasted chile pepper, • Best of Show Sau- For a complete list of tar, pepper, sage and even vignon Blanc: Melrose wines and winners: http:// grapefruit are packed into Vineyards, Sauvignon annual.alamedacountyfair. this concentrated wine Blanc 2015 com/compete/alameda- which speaks of the intense • Best of Show Zinfan- county-wine-competition drought. Massive, but not del: Frank Family Vine- Tasting Golds With Mer- hot: it’s only 13.4%. yards, Reserve Zinfandel edith Sarboria Cabernet Franc lov- 2014 Curious about those ers should head for the • Best of Show Zin Des- high-scoring Crooked Vine/ 2014 Crooked Vine for its sert: Bent Creek Winery, Stony Ridge wines? We amazingly pure aromas of Zinfandel Port 2012 sat down with consulting raspberry, cranberry, juniper Other Gold medal win- winemaker, Mere Sarboria, and violets, and then its ners included BoaVentura for a taste of the State Fair silky smooth and engaging de Caires for its 2011 De- medalists. Much credit for texture, weaving pome- Ported Port, Las Positas for the success of these wines granate, black cherry and the 2014 Coccineous red goes to previous consulting raspberry around fragrant blend and Fenestra for the winemaker, Chris Sorensen, rosemary in one sensational 2015 Riesling. who made them before tak- and elegant example of 6 The Independent • June 8, 2017

Spring Rep Performance Features Difference Opera in the Vineyard Set at Dance Pieces from Different Genres Nella Terra Cellars By Carol Graham Livermore Valley Opera (LVO) will present Opera in the Vineyard on June 11 at Nella Terra Cellars in Shortly after his birth on March 4, 1678, Antonio Lucio Sunol. Vivaldi was immediately baptized by the midwife at The winery is located at 5005 Sheridan Rd. Fes- home. It was an unusual occurrence leading to the belief tivities will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. that the baby's life was in imminent danger from either The event offers a chance for the community to poor health or an earthquake that shook Venice that day. enjoy popular classic opera arias, show tunes and Fortunately, neither circumstance silenced the virtuoso possibly even a little cabaret performed by profes- violinist who some 50 years later would compose one of sional opera singers. It is a "bring-your-own-picnic" the world's most recognizable and beloved concertos, the event with table seating for all. Four Seasons. LVO will offer the popular "Arias a la carte" por- On May 27 and 28, Valley Dance Theatre (VDT) tion of the program when guests have the opportunity hosted its annual "Spring Rep" featuring Vivaldi's compo- to purchase songs from a "menu of delectable arias" sition played by the Sycamore Chamber Orchestra under for the singers to perform at the purchaser's table or the direction of Goran Berg. Dancers of all ages took to seating area. the stage in costumes depicting winter, spring, summer Performing will be soprano Christie Conover, who and fall, with VDT adding a delightful sense of whimsy sang the role of Susanna in The Marriage of Figaro in by including a leaf stomper, gardener and pollen. March. Joining her are mezzo soprano Nikola Printz "Spring Rep artistically showcases classic and con- (Lucia di Lammermoor, 2015;, tenor Mason Gates temporary pieces choreographed by our talented instruc- and baritone, Kiril Havezov, all will be accompanied tors and director while debuting the senior dancers," said by pianist Frank Johnson, clarinetist Gary Sears and dancer Jessica Seu. "Valley Dance Theatre offers dancers flautist Karen Veca. unique opportunities to dance in beautiful costumes with Tickets are $45 each in advance, $50 each at the door. Tickets can be purchased online on the scenic backdrops accompanied by a live orchestra." Livermore Valley Opera website at www.livermo- Along with the Four Seasons, this year's production revalleyopera.com. All ticket levels will have table featured La Fille mal gardée (in English, The Wayward seating. Tables of eight are available for purchase in Daughter or, literally, The Poorly-Guarded Girl), Ballder- advance for $340. dash, Spanish Guitar, and Raymonda. Woven together, While wines will be available for purchase from the eclectic pieces carried the audience along on a joyous each winery, no outside wine is permitted. Guests are ride that ranged from lilting and hypnotic to sparkling and encouraged to carpool. exuberant. "My highlight of this Spring Rep would be having the honor of dancing my senior piece with Cincinnati Ballet's Jake Casey in the La Fille mal gardée pas de deux," said Seu. "The choreography is charmingly fun, uplifting and Author at Pleasanton Library delightful." At Livermore's Bankhead Theater, VDT each year New York Times Best- Contact Teen Service presents two professionally-staged productions: The seller Sarah Dessen, young Librarian Teresa Parham at Nutcracker during the holiday season (which last year adult author, will make a tparhamcityofpleasantonca. featured Seu as the Sugar Plum Fairy), and Spring Rep in stop at the Pleasanton Li- gov or 925-931-3404 for May or June. As is fitting for the season of fresh begin- brary on June 14, 7:30 p.m. more. The library is located nings, Spring Rep is infused with liveliness and humor. Towne Center Books at 400 Old Bernal Ave., Photos - Doug Jorgensen will be selling books at this Pleasanton. "Ballderdash is my favorite piece because it looks cool Scenes from Spring Rep free event. and is funny," said 12-year-old dancer Meera Memula. "I Dessen is on tour to pro- especially like the section where the dancers are swim- "Spring Rep demonstrates to the community the many mote her thirteenth novel, ming on the big balls." capabilities of the studio and the dancers," added Je- Once and For All. An ac- Ballderdash included a series of dances incorporat- ronimo. "It shows how well-rounded the performers are complished author of fiction ing tennis and tennis balls, synchronized swimming and outside of the traditional confines of the annual Nutcrack- for young adults, Dessen's stability balls, and Sleigh Ride and snowballs. er season." books have been on the "Spring Rep is a mixture of different dance pieces from Valley Dance Theatre was formed in 1980 by Betsy New York Times bestseller different genres brought together under one main theme," Hausburg and Penny Tomasello with the goal of provid- list, the American Library said dancer Kat Jeronimo. "Generally the theme revolves ing performance opportunities for talented local dancers, Association’s list, “Best Fiction for Young Adults,” around an act of a traditional ballet, this year's being and bringing affordable, quality ballet to the Tri-Valley. and most recently, Dessen Raymonda." "I hope the audience enjoyed watching the perfor- was awarded the Margaret Raymonda, a ballet first presented in 1898 at Russia's mances," said Memula, "and maybe even were inspired to A. Edwards Award for a Imperial Mariinsky Theatre, features the music of Alexan- dance." series of novels. der Glazunov performed by the Valley Dance Theatre Pit To learn more, visit www.valleydancetheatre.com, or No registration is re- Orchestra under the direction of Bob Williams. www.livermoreperformingarts.org. quired but space is limited to the first 200 visitors. June 8, 2017 • The Independent 7 Pleasanton-Tulancingo Group Marks 34 Years of Exchanges

For the 34th year, a delegation of members of the Pleasanton Tulancingo Sister City Association returned to Tulancingo, Mexico for a semi-annual exchange visit. Daniel Villasenor, Recreation Supervisor for the City of Pleasanton, joined the group. The delegation was wel- comed at the airport by a large group from Tulancingo. The activities over the five days included a visit to a local University where students learned how to run a dairy in a working environment; a trip to Tlaxcala, a pre-Colum- bian city and state in central Mexico; a day at a hacienda in Acaxochitlan featuring food and dancers from the Vera Cruz region; and a tour of a woolen factory in Tulancingo that processes wool into fine fabrics used by some of the most expensive garment makers in the world. There was also a tour of Tulancingo City Hall and luncheon with the mayor, Fernando Perez Rodriguez; an oak tree was planted at City Hall with a plaque in dedication to the sister city association; a celebration with the fire depart- ment as they unveiled fire trucks donated by the City of Pleasanton that they had refurbished and are now in use by their fire department; a visit to a Tulancingo orphanage for disadvantaged girls run by nuns, which has become a tradition by Pleasanton member’s request. Events and meals during the visit were sponsored by the Soroptimists, the Lions Club, the Rotary, the City of Tulancingo, members of the organization and local busi- nesses. Group photo in front of city offices. New members are welcome. Visit www.ptsca.org for more information. A Celebration to Bene t Sun ower Hill Religion Chat to Take Place at St. Clare's The June Religion Chat will be held at St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, CA on June 14, 2017, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The facilities will be open at 4:30 PM and close at 6:30 PM so that attendees can have a chance to make new friends and visit. This event is free of charge and open to all. The discussion topic will be What does your faith teach about the acceptance of other religions? Has it changed over time? Speaking about the Scientology perspective will be Moonlight Angelika Voss-Guinn. Paul Thompson will talk about Buddhism. IN THE Religion Chat is a monthly interfaith forum held on the second Wednesday of the month at one of Interfaith Interconnect's nineteen participating congregations in Liver- more and Pleasanton. The group's mission statement reads, "To enrich, educate, and inform ourselves and others about the great diversity of faiths and cultures in our Valley." Vines Saturday, July 29, 2017 In order to accomplish the mission, a variety of events are held each year. To contact the group, e-mail [email protected]. For information, go 5:00 - 10:00pm to www.interfaithinterconnect.weebly.com. They are also on Facebook. Wente Vineyard

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TRAVEL FEATURING Join us for an evening of fun & surprises under the stars at Wente Vineyards! Enjoy live music with Dream Posse Band, dancing, BUG fabulous food, award winning wines, silent & live auctions, and more. All proceeds to help with Sun ower Hill’s mission group Travel of creating an intentional community for individuals with special needs. (925) 447-4300 Sponsorships available. In Downtown Livermore Purchase tickets at www.sun owerhill.org travelbuglivermore.com Sunfl ower Hill is an IRS recognized 501c3 non-profi t organization. Tax ID# 80-0897595 A Sustainable Special Needs Community 8 The Independent • June 8, 2017 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Donations appreciated. Tinger, batik artist. He will explore Figure Drawing Workshop, every neaux (RM) Winery, Saturday, June Avenue-- the 2nd Tuesday each Livermore Art Association Gallery, Visual Rhythm, Livermore Valley Per- the ancient and contemporary art of Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 10, 5 to 8 p.m. Equestrian field month from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, located in the Carnegie Building, forming Arts Center, May 3 to June batik. Meetings are open & everyone Artists bring their own materials views, and intimate wine-barrel full bar, small cover. . offers art classes, unusual gifts, 27 at the Bankhead Theater Gallery, is welcome. and easels. Open to all artists. picnic tables. Wines will be available The Doo Wop Project, 3 p.m. June 11. painting rentals, art exhibits and 2400 First St., Livermore. Bothwell Arts Center, ongoing art Professional artist models (nude). for purchase by the glass or by the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., information pertaining to the art Alamo Danville Artists’ Society classes: figure drawing, drawing No instructor. Students under 18 bottle to share with friends. Tasting Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. field, 2155 Third St., Livermore. The Blackhawk Gallery’s new Exhibit and painting, colored pencil, oils, need written parental permission flights are not available for evening org or 373-6800. gallery has been open since 1974 Syncopation on view seven days a collage, portraiture; beginners to attend. Cost $20 per session. events. K-12 teachers and retired San Francisco String Trio Presents and is run as a co-op by local art- week through July 9th, 2017. Black- through intermediate and beyond. Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., K-12 teachers, with a valid ID, will Sgt. Pepper, Sat., June 17, 8 p.m. ists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 hawk Gallery is located at 3416 Contact Anne Giancola, www.both- Livermore. Coffee, tea and refresh- receive one free glass of wine as a Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad p.m. For information call 449-9927. Blackhawk Plaza Circle in Danville, well.lvpac.org or email agiancola@ ments are available. Call or e-mail thanks for their great work. Picnics Ave., Pleasanton. Presented by Members of the Pleasanton Art California, in the Blackhawk Plaza. lvpac.org Barbara Stanton for more info about are welcome. Come early to get your Red-Legged Frog Productions. www. League Public Art Circuit are Telephone: (925) 648-8023. "A Summer Colored Pencil Experi- the workshop, 925-373-9638 - choice of table. www.rmwinery.com firehousearts.org or 931-4848. currently exhibiting art at six busi- East Bay Open Studios, 6 local artists ence" This class will combine [email protected]. 3053 Marina Ave. Livermore Jerry Jeff Walker with Special Guest nesses in the Pleasanton - Dublin showing at the Bothwell Arts Center colored pencil and graphite using Preschool Art classes: Thursday Wente Vineyards, celebrate Dad at the Django Walker. Father and Son: Up Area. Viewing locations are: Bank and several more in their private several techniques and drawing mornings 9:45 – 10:45. Children Estate Winery & Tasting Room and Close and Personal, June 18, 3 p.m. of America at 337 Main Street, studios throughout the area from surfaces. Some colored pencil expe- aged 3-5 are welcome to join this The Winemakers Studio. Wine by the Bankhead Theater, , 2400 First St., Pleasanton; Pleasanton Chamber 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on June 10, 11, rience helpful. Instructor Maryann class. Classes cover drawing, paint- glass and bottle will be available for Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. of Commerce at 777 Peters Street, 17 and 18. Printed guidebooks are Kot. Starts Mon., June 19th, 9:30- ing, print-making, sculpture and purchase. The Wood Fire Kitchen will org or 373-6800. Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & available at Way Up Art & Frame noon for 6 weeks at the Bothwell ceramics. For further information, also be offering riblets and potato The Kinsey Sicks: “Dragapella” Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard and many locations in downtown Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. contact Thomasin Dewhurst at (925) salad for purchase. Music by touring Beautyshop Quartet. 8 p.m. June 24. Road, Pleasanton; US Bank at 749 Livermore, or download an app for Adult Fee $145 for six classes. 216-7231 or thomasin_d@hotmail. and recording artist Triton. Friday Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Main Street, Pleasanton; Edward smartphones at www.eastbayopen- Contact [email protected] for com or visit http://childrensart- June 16th, 6 to 9 p.m. 5565 Tesla Ave., Pleasanton. 931-4848, www. Jones at 6601 Dublin Boulevard, studios.com to help find and explore more info or to sign up. classesprojects.blogspot.com/ Road, Livermore. firehousearts.org. Dublin; and The Bagel Street Café the artworks of the 200+ artists on "Colored Pencil Class for Beginners" Art Classes, For children, teens and 1st annual Crawfish Boil & Beer Pleasanton Community Concert at 6762 Bernal Avenue Pleasanton. the tour. Students will learn the properties of adults. Beginner to advanced. Draw- Fest, presented by Shadow Puppet Band, July 4, noon to 2:30 p.m. If interested in becoming a member Livermore Art Association, Spring the colored pencil, color theory, and ing, painting, printmaking, sculpture Brewing Company and Backyard All-Time Favorite Patriotic Music. of the Pleasanton Art League or for Art Show, June 10 and 11 at The how to create realistic drawings. and ceramics taught by highly Bayou, June 11, 1 to 4 p.m. all you Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad information regarding the Public Barn, 3131 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Students will create their own experienced artist and art instructor, can eat crawfish; $49 adult, $22 Ave., Pleasanton. Art Circuit, call John Trimingham at Hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days; projects during the six week session. Thomasin Dewhurst. Weekday and child. Tickets at shawdowpup- The Lettermen, July 21, 8 p.m. (510) 877-8154. reception, awards and dessert bar, 7 Instructor Maryann Kot. Starts weekend classes, Home school petbrewing.com or tasting room Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., California’s Wild Edge: The Coast in to 9 p.m. June 10. Thurs., June 22nd, 9:30-noon at classes, Special classes dur- at 4771 Arroyo Vista b, Livermore, Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Prints, Poetry, and History, captur- Along the Lines. New installation at the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th ing school breaks offered. (925) purchase by June 8. org or 373-6800. ing the beauty of the California coast Harrington Gallery in Pleasanton’s St., Livermore. Adult Fee $145 for 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ Retzlaff Estate Winery, Annual Hadleigh Adams: “Classical Broad- through woodcut prints and prose, Firehouse Arts Center. On display six classes. Contact maryannkot@ hotmail.com for further info. Father’s Day Picnic, Sunday June way” 2 p.m. July 23. Firehouse a new traveling exhibition appearing June 16 through July 15, 2017. gmail.com for more info or to sign Piano and keyboard lessons, For 18. Reservations required. 1356 S. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., at Pleasanton’s Museum on Main Bringing together 5 very different up. children to adult. Beginner to early Livermore Ave, Livermore. http:// Pleasanton. 931-4848, www. through June 25. The exhibition fea- artists whose works somehow The Young Artists’ Studio has open- intermediate level. Half-hour private retzlaffvineyards.com firehousearts.org. tures artist Tom Killion’s Japanese- feature “lines:” curvilinear or stick- ings in its 2017 Summer Session. classes or small group classes Taste Our Terroir, Thursday, July 20, 5,6,7,8….The Golden Follies 2017! style woodcut prints, which vividly straight, broad or fine, integrated or Artist Peggy Frank welcomes offered. Twice-yearly recitals. (925) 2017 - Sunday, July 23, 2017, food July 29 and 30, 2 p.m. Firehouse portray the coast’s ever-changing thematic. The artists: Jenny Balisle interested students ages 7 and 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ and wine affair spans four days. On Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., moods and diverse formations. (Richmond), David Fought (San older to sign up for a week or more hotmail.com for further info. Thursday July 20, 2017 is the annual Pleasanton. 931-4848, www. For more information, visit www. Francisco), Howard Hersh (San of small group instruction in art. Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the quest for food and wine pairing firehousearts.org. exhibitenvoy.org. The Museum on Francisco), Jeff Snell (Vallejo), Mel Projects include all kinds of drawing, last Saturday from 12 noon-1 p.m. excellence which has 20 winemak- Main is located at 603 Main Street Prest (San Francisco). Free public painting, printmaking and sculpture at Galina’s Music Studio located at ers partnering with Bay Area chefs ON THE STAGE in downtown Pleasanton. www. opening reception with the artists on and are held in Peggy’s studio. 1756 First St., Livermore. Confirm to compete for honors at Casa Real. Black Girl, Funny World, June 9, 8 museumonmain.org Thursday, June 15, 7:00-9:00 p.m. High school students working on participation by calling (925) 960- Friday through Sunday wineries p.m. Jewish dancing, Irish blessing Special Art Exhibit – “View Beyond Regular gallery hours: Wednesday, advanced portfolios are welcome, 1194 or via the website at www. across the region host ten food and a Soul Train Line, Faith Rodman the Gate.” Curated exhibit of works Thursday, Friday from 12:00-5:00 as are adults and families, if space GalinasMusicStudio.com. Beginners and wine events including cooking Alpher new show. Bankhead Theater, by Northern California artist Glenn p.m.; Saturday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 allows. For information about the are welcome. Bring some music to classes, wine seminars, vineyard 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Carter. May 4 through June 10, p.m. Harrington Gallery at the summer art program or weekly share with the group. Ukuleles are tours and more. www.lvwine.org bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Firehouse Arts Center’s Harrington Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton, school year lessons contact her at available for purchase. Small $10 CIRQUE DES BÊTES, Fri., June 23, Gallery in Pleasanton. Complex, 4444 Railroad Avenue. Donations (925) 443-8755 or email frank.a@ fee to cover meeting costs. MUSIC/CONCERTS 7 p.m. Circus Performing Arts and fascinating abstract works, com- always appreciated. “Along the comcast.net. Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Music Burlesque Show. Open to age 21 + prised of mixed media on canvas Lines” class for young people ages Show and Tell, Artists are invited to WINE & SPIRITS every Sunday. 12:00 - 4:30. 1356 . Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., and panels, and oil and thread on 5-11. Guided exhibit exploration, a monthly function at the Bothwell Wente Vineyards: Garden Tour & S. Livermore Ave, Livermore. http:// Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. paper. Artist statement: “This work plus hands-on art work activities. Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th Workshop Series: Discover The retzlaffvineyards.com org or 373-6800. is rooted in the intuitive response Thursday, June 22, 4:30-5:45 p.m. Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Garden at Wente Vineyards with Bluegrass open mic and pickup Honky By Greg Kalleres, Role Players to materials and mark making. The Register at www.pleasantonfun.com, at the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Master Gardener, Diane Dovholuk. band; The Bandstand in Carnegie Ensemble, script-in hand perfor- evocation of space, time, matter and Code 2050. Eighth St., Livermore. Artists bring Aug. 5, 10 a.m. to noon, Fall Veg- Park, 4th and K Streets, Livermore. mance, June 24 at 8 p.m., June 25 being.” The Firehouse installations Pleasanton Art League, fall members’ finished or unfinished work to show etables; Sept. 23, 10 a.m. to noon, Kickoff Easter Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m. at 2 p.m. Peace Lutheran Church, will be located in the triple-storey exhibit at the Firehouse Arts Center, and if desired, receive a critique Sensory Herb Class; Oct. 14, 10 then first Sunday of each month 3201 Camino Tassajara, Danville. Grand Atrium Lobby, Hallway, and 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. July from the group. Refreshments are a.m. to noon, The Art of Composting. until Oct. 1, 2017. Honky is a provocative and hilarious Mezzanine exhibition spaces, and 27-Sept. 2. Reception and awards, brought by some of the artists, Price per guest, per session: $20 Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- take on the language of race and open to the public during regular July 26, 6 to 8 p.m. and a donation of $5.00 is desired Entertainment Club, $25 Non-Club. urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, racism. Political correctness goes gallery hours: Wednesday, Thursday, although not mandatory. Contact Space is limited. Reservations are 21 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. out the window as five people, both Friday from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Satur- MEETINGS/CLASSES for this event is D’Anne Miller at required. Call 925.456.2424 or visit Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears black and white, muddle through day 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington PAL & LAA general meeting, Monday, [email protected], or Linda wentevineyards.com regularly at: The Castle Rock one of the most difficult discussions Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center, June 12, 2017, 7:30 pm at Bothwell Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreperform- Sip By Sunset at Rodrigue Moly- Restaurant in Livermore/on Portola of our time. Each performance will 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Arts Center, Livermore. Guest, John ingarts.org June 8, 2017 • The Independent 9 ART & ENTERTAINMENT Adaptive Horticulture Class

be followed by an open discussion films will be shown the first Monday Livermore Rodeo Parade, June of the play’s themes featuring the of each month through June 2017. 10, 10 a.m. downtown Livermore. Offered at Las Positas College artists and experts working on this 6:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Public Presented by the Livermore Rotary Las Positas College lege.edu or (925) 424-1467. and Tomorrow student presentation. Directed by: Eric Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue. Free Club. www.livermore-rotary.org/ is offering a free Adap- Las Positas College's club, get involved in many Fraisher Hayes. Featuring: Michael admission. Everyone is welcome Livermore Rodeo, June 10 and 11, L. Grayson II, Danielle Levin, Dorian to attend. Some films are mature Robertson Park Stadium, Livermore. tive Horticulture Summer Adaptive Horticulture Sum- campus projects: harvesting Lockett, Aaron Murphy, Edward in content and may not be suitable Grand entry 3 p.m. www.livermor- Program for students with mer Program is offered in olives and making extra vir- Nattenberg, Kimberly Ridgeway, for children. For more information erodeo.org special needs from 9 a.m. partnership with Pleasanton gin olive oil, holding plant Aaron Wilton. Tickets: $25.00; online or assistance, please contact the An Evening with Huey Long: Tuesday, to noon, Tuesday through Adult and Career Educa- sales, creating a demonstra- at www.RolePlayersEnsemble.com. Pleasanton Public Library at (925) June 13th, 7 pm. Ed Kinney Speak- Friday, July 18-21. tion, Regional Center of tion project in aquaponics Full Season Information: www. 931-3400, extension 4. Visit www. ers Series. All events are general The program will focus the East Bay, Tri-Valley and contributing to campus RolePlayersEnsemble.com pleasantonlibrary.org for a list of seating at the Firehouse Arts Center, on vocational training, Regional Occupational Pro- landscaping, including the Summer Show Series @ Firehouse films and more information. 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, horticulture therapy and gram and Sunflower Hill, Native Plant Walk. Arts Center in Pleasanton: The Kin- CA 94566. Tickets are $15 General experience with learn- a sustainable residential Typical courses include sey Sicks: “Dragapella!” Saturday, AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS Admission, $10 Seniors (65+) June 24, 8pm – $17-$27; Hadleigh Vita Voci, an 8 voice a cappella group, / Students (with valid ID), $7 ing at a college campus. community for individuals Introduction to Horticul- Adams: “Classical Broadway.” Sun- is currently auditioning experienced Members. Tickets may be purchased Planned activities include with special needs, located ture, Fall/Spring Plant day, July 23, 2:00 p.m. – $15-$25; Tenors. Please contact Susan online at www.museumonmain.org, propagating new plants in Livermore and Pleasan- Material Identification, “5, 6, 7, 8…” The Golden Follies Anderson at vitavocimadrigals@ at Museum on Main during regular from cuttings, pruning ton. Also providing support Integrated Pest Manage- 2017. Saturday, July 29 & Sunday, gmail.com for more information operating hours or by phoning the shrubs, planting an annual are the college's Career and ment, Planting Media and July 30, 2:00 p.m. – $15 - $25; “The or to schedule an audition. www. museum at (925) 462-2766. flower display, learning Technical Education Office Nutrition, Horticulture Music of Simon & Garfunkel” by AJ vitavoci.org Bonsai Show at Alden Lane. The about plant water require- and the Disabled Students Management and Opera- Swearingen and Jayne Kelli. Satur- Valley Bonsai Society will present ments and installing a new Programs and Services tions, Landscape Irriga- day, August 12, 8:00 p.m. & Sunday, OPERA its 9th annual show at Alden Lane landscape on the college Center. tion, Landscape Design August 13, 2:00 p.m. – $15 - $25. Opera In The Vineyard At Nella Terra Nursery on Sat. and Sun., June 17 Visit www.firehousearts.org for show Cellars, June 11, 5 p.m. Nella Terra and 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the campus. Students also will About the Las Posi- and Work Experience and and ticketing details, or call or visit Cellars, 5005 Sheridan Road, Sunol. nursery, 981 Alden Lane, Livermore. take a fieldtrip to Sunflower tas College Horticulture Seminar. the venue Box Office: 4444 Railroad http://livermorevalleyopera.com A bonsai expert will be on hand Hill Gardens at Hagemann Program To meet community Avenue, Pleasanton, 925-931-4848. Opera In The Vineyard at Retzlaff each day at 1:00 pm to demonstrate Ranch and learn about Las Positas College needs, the program recently Livermore Shakespeare Festival: Vineyards, July 16, 5 p.m. 1356 So. the complete styling of a tree from farming, growing plants for offers both an Associate in has introduced some new Summer 2017 productions William Livermore Ave., http://livermoreval- start to finish. The finished Bonsai food and urban agriculture. Science Degree and a Cer- classes: California Native Shakespeare’s A Midsummer leyopera.com tree will be raffled. For additional "We are proud to offer tificate of Achievement in Plants and Dry Landscapes, Night’s Dream, June 29 – July 16, information, contact Charles Harder this new educational op- Horticulture. The degree is Sustainable Landscape, 2017; Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano MISCELLANEOUS at [email protected] portunity for an important recommended for students Interior Plantscapes and de Bergerac; July 13 – 30, 2017. Hagemann Ranch Open House. Tours Alameda County Fair, June 19 - July Wente Vineyards Estate Winery. 10 of the 140+ year old ranch and 9, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Alameda population in our com- planning to transfer to a Fundamentals of Hydro- performances of each show in July of free, family friendly seasonal activi- County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton. munity," said Las Positas four-year degree program ponics and Aquaponics. 2017. livermoreshakes.org ties. The last Sunday of each month, Live horse racing, exhibits, concerts, College President Barry A. and for career advancement. For information about Hamlet, San Francisco Shakespeare 1-4 PM. Go to www.livermorehistory. 4th of July fireworks, contests. Russell, Ph.D. "Our Hor- Students can typically earn Horticulture occupations, Festival 35th Anniversary Free com for the monthly program. 455 (closed June 19 and 20 and June ticulture Program faculty a degree in two years and students can visit https:// Shakespeare in the Park program at Olivina Ave., Livermore. 26 and 27). Tickets and schedule at has been working with our a certificate in one year. www.onetonline.org/find/ Pleasanton’s Amador Valley Commu- Political Issues Book Club meets www.alamedacountyfair.com Tri-Valley partners to create Students can choose from quick?s=horticulture. th nity Park on July 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and the 4 Tuesday of each month, and 4th of July Celebration, Downtown the best Horticulture learn- concentrations in landscape To register for classes, 16 at 7:30 p.m. corner of Santa Rita reads books about issues and trends Livermore, fireworks and fun. www. ing experiences that will installation and mainte- please visit the college Road and Black Avenue. Admission that are driving current affairs livermoredowntown.com is free. For more information, call in both the national and interna- 1st Wednesday Street Party, 6 to provide the most benefits nance or nursery man- website at www.laspositas- the San Francisco Shakespeare tional arenas. Topics that have been p.m. downtown Pleasanton. Theme and vocational training." agement and operations. college.edu. Fall semester Festival at (415) 558-0888 or visit covered include politics, governance, for July 5, “Salute to Public Safety.” The following are "HOTTies," members of the begins Aug. 16. www.sfshakes.org economics, military affairs, history, www.pleasantondowntown.net student requirements: Must Horticulturalists of Today The Wizard of Oz, Tri-Valley Repertory sociology, science, the climate, and An Evening with George Washington: be at least 18 years of age. Theater production, weekends July religion. Contact Rich at 872-7923, Tuesday, July 11th, 7 pm. Ed Kinney Program is designed for in- 15-30, 2017. Bankhead Theater, for further questions Speakers Series. All events are dividuals with mild to mod- Volunteer Tutors Sought 2400 First St., Livermore. 373-6800 We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a general seating at the Firehouse erate disabilities. Interest in or www.bankheadtheater.org. member-centered book group led by Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, pursuing employment in the by Pleasanton Library a small group of book club veterans, Pleasanton, CA 94566. Tickets are COMEDY with reading selections based on $15 General Admission, $10 Seniors horticulture, landscaping or New tutor training will take place this Sat., June 10 Free Comedy Show every Thursday member recommendations and (65+) / Students (with valid ID), $7 viticulture industry. Access from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Pleasanton Library, 400 OldBernal at Sanctuary from 7:30-9 pm in the consensus. No homework required– Members. Tickets may be purchased to transportation to and Ave. Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 share your insights or just listen in! online at www.museumonmain.org, from Las Positas College. The library is looking for volunteers to help adult First St. in Livermore. Contact Nancy Tingstrom Turner at at Museum on Main during regular Access to home and agency language learners practice and improve English reading, Paula Poundstone, 8 p.m. July 7. [email protected]. operating hours or by phoning the support needed for success- writing and conversation skills. Volunteers work one on Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Storied Nights: An Evening of Spoken museum at (925) 462-2766. ful program participation Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Word. 2nd Thursday of each month. Summer Wine Stroll, 5 to 8 p.m. one or in small groups to practice conversation, prepare The application deadline for citizenship test or read from the book club selected list org or 373-6800. Features local authors reading their downtown Pleasanton, July 15. is Friday, June 30. For in- work 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee Listen to live music, taste a variety of books. MOVIES and Tea, 152 So. Livermore Ave., of local wines and small bites. formation and applications, Tutors should be 18 years of age or older, fluent in The Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Livermore. Sponsored by LVPAC Information, Pleasanton Downtown please contact Community American English, and speak with a minimal accent. Library will feature a range of and Peet's. Information go to http:// Association, www.downtownpleas- Education Program Coor- For more information or to register, email literacy@ genres. “On the Islands,” themed facebook.com/StoriedNights anton.net dinator Frances DeNisco at cityofpleasantonca.gov or call 925-931-3405 FDeNisco@laspositascol- 10 The Independent • June 8, 2017 BULLETIN BOARD

(Organizations wishing to run notices classes. Thurs. 7pm - 9:30pm 6/8-7/3 family (scholarships available) Registra- in Bulletin Board, send information to PO $103. Robert Livermore Community Center, tion forms available on the CityServe Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care 4444 East Avenue, Livermore. To register: website - www.cityserveofthetrivalley.org of Bulletin Board or email information to call 925 373-5700 or visit LARPD.ORG Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults [email protected]. Include name Contact Barbara Flores: bfbarbaraflores@ who get together for events like board of organization, meeting date, time, place gmail.com games, movies and fan conventions. and theme or subject. Phone number and Widowed Men and Women of Meetings every Tuesday at 5:30 for dinner contact person should also be included. Northern CA, June 15, 5 p.m. happy and board games at Livermore Shari's Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) hour in Dublin, RSVP by June 13 to Mary, Cafe, 1116 E Stanley Blvd., Livermore. A Learning Series Talk, 11 a.m. to 705-7337. June 17, 1 p.m. friendly bridge schedule of upcoming events can be found noon on June 17. Planning, Planting and in San Ramon, RSVP by June 10 to Patty, on Facebook at: Facebook.com/groups/ Caring for Your Summer Food Garden. 875-0988. June 25, 1 p.m. lunch in Sunol, TriValleyGeeks. Text Melody Evenson at Presented by FertileGround Works Garden RSVP by June 22 to Ruby, 462-9636. June 925-209-1214 for more information. of Grace - free to the public. Asbury 29, 1 p.m. lunch in San Ramon, RSVP by Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner meet- United Methodist Church; 4743 East Ave; June 26 to Marsha, 830-8483. ings every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:30 Livermore. Livermore-Amador Genealogical p.m. 530 Inklings Coffee Shop in the Ward- Now is the Time Healthcare for Society meeting June 12, doors open 7 robe Room, Pleasanton. Check website Everybody, will be shown on Sat., June 10 p.m. program begins at 7:30 p.m. Con- for meeting updates pleasantonlionsclub. at the IBEW Hall; 6250 Village Parkway, gregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Ct., org. Pleasanton Lions Club is a non-profit Dublin at 7 PM. Meet & Greet Potluck at Pleasanton. Professional genealogist Cat organization that seeks to identify needs Amador Valley students pictured are (first row) Martha Vasquez, Kimberly Snyder, 6:30 PM. After this 30 minute film, Special Nielsen will present the program. There is within the community and work together to Guest and nearly 30 year Alameda County no charge. Visitors welcome. Refresh- fulfill those needs. For more information or Jordan Plumeridge; (second row) Rotarian Larry Annis, Francisco Flores, Matthew healthcare advocate/single payer activist ments. For addition information, contact to get involved visit pleasantonlionsclub. Reyes, Bryce Taylor, Rotarian Dick Stafford; not pictured Amrit Singh and Jason Castro. , nurse, and co-founder of Healthcare Kay Speaks, L-AGS Program Chair, email org. All are welcome. for All, Sue Bergman, will be hosting the [email protected] Dress a Girl Around the World, an discussion and Q & A after the film. This Support Fertile GroundWorks by invitation to make simple dresses for girls Rotary Club Awards event is unaffiliated, free, wheelchair eating Patxi's Pizza on June 14 to help in third world countries. Next Sew-Fest is accessible, plenty of off-street parking, run local educational gardens and grow June 20, from 10 am to 3 pm at Livermore Scholarships and A/C. For more information about this nutritious food for those in need in our Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave. Help is event, call 925-462-3459 or email flick- community. On June 14, Patxi's Livermore needed sewing, ironing, cutting. Bring sew- The Rotary Club of Pleas- [email protected]. will donate 10% of takeout, delivery and ing machine or serger, iron, ironing board, Amador Valley Quilters, Linda dine-in sales to Fertile GroundWorks. Men- scissors, along with helping hands. (Those anton awarded 12 Pleasanton Wagner will be the featured speaker at tion when ordering you are there because planning to stay all day should bring a high school students scholar- the June 10, 2017 meeting with the topic, Fertile GroundWorks sent you. 11 a.m. to bag lunch.) Always accepting cheerful ships totaling $31,950. These "Make Mine Scrappy." Many of Linda's 1 p.m. Patxi's Livermore, 2470 First St., cotton fabric donations. Those who can’t scholarships were based on quilts contain up to 400 or more different Livermore. www.patxispizza.com/Location/ make the Sew-Fest but would like to sew, fabrics that include design choices in not Livermore arrange for kits that can be sews at home. student applications stating only color, but border decisions and the Armchair Travelers, a monthly Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352-8447 financial need, and on inter- impact of quilting style on the finished program, will take place at the Livermore or [email protected] views. The funds were raised product. The Amador Valley Quilters meet Public Library Civic Center on Thursday, Have you been affected by some- through the 2016 Rotary on the second Saturday of each month at June 8, 2017 at 1:30 pm. Blanche Angelo one's drinking? Al-Anon and Alateen offer Pleasanton Middle School, 5001 Case Av- will share photos and stories from three hope and strength for families and friends Club’s Annual Father’s Day enue, Pleasanton, from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. tent camping trips she and her husband of problem drinkers. www.AlanonTriValley. Run held on Father’s Day, Dublin Community Blood Drive have taken to Organ Pipe Cactus National org, 925-277-7661, help@AlanonTriVal- (this year on June 18). The - The American Red Cross is in need of Monument, a UNESCO biosphere reserve ley.org. sudents are invited to the blood and platelet donations. I Blood in Arizona and the only place in the United Grief Workshop - Stepping Stones Drive on Friday, June 23, 10:00 a.m. to States where the organ pipe cactus grows on Your Grief Journey. Second and fourth July 20th Rotary meeting for 4:00 p.m., in the Community Room at the wild. She also camped in Reserva de la Thursday at 7:30 pm now through August lunch and to be recognized Dublin Library (200 Civic Plaza). Drop-ins Biosfera El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de 24, 2017 at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, and honored by Rotarians in Foothill student Jason Roney is pictured with with are welcome during the six-hour window, Altar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton. No the club. or schedule an appointment at www.red- Northwest Mexico. Blanche’s presentation pre-registration is necessary. Sessions Rotarians Jim Hansen and Nancy Harrington. crossblood.org, entering the sponsor code, will highlight hikes in both reserves, as open to all, regardless of religious affilia- DublinCommunity. Appointments can also well as visits to Ajo, Arizona. Adults are tion. For additional information please call be made by calling 1-800-REDCROSS. invited to this free program on the second Eleanor Flatley at 925-846-8708. Livermore Community Blood Drive: Thursday of each month in the Community Rotary Club of Livermore Valley Friday, June 16, 1-7 p.m., Asbury United Meeting Rooms of the Civic Center Library, invites interested individuals to attend its Methodist Church, 4743 East Avenue. 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. morning meeting. Meetings are held every Every single day, Bay Area hospitals need For additional information please call 925 Tuesday at 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & over 300 units of blood to keep sick and 373-5500. Grill at the Las Positas Golf Course, 915 injured patients alive. The summertime Bonsai Show at Alden Lane. The Club House Drive, Livermore. Anyone who is a particularly difficult time to collect Valley Bonsai Society will present its 9th would like to give back to the For more blood. Please come donate, bring a friend annual show at Alden Lane Nursery on information, go to www.livermoreval- or family member to the drive and give the Sat. and Sun., June 17 and 18 from 10 leyrotary.org/ or contact Fred Quarter- gift of life to our friends and neighbors who a.m. to 4 p.m. at the nursery, 981 Alden man at 925-337-5342 or Deb Tacker at need it. Register at www.redcrossblood.org Lane, Livermore. A bonsai expert will be on 925-447-1135. and use ASBURY925 as the Sponsor Code, hand each day at 1:00 pm to demonstrate Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store, open or call Thomas Petty at 925-980-8164 for the complete styling of a tree from start at 4014 East Ave. Hours will be 9 -6 more information. to finish. The finished Bonsai tree will Monday through Saturday. Donations can How to Write a Book in Six Weeks, be raffled. For additional information, be left at 4014 East Ave in the rear of the Whether dabbling with an idea or have contact Charles Harder at bonsainut@ building, 9:30 AM to 5 PM M-F, 8 – 2:30 completed a first draft, this fast-track comcast.net PM Sat, closed Sundays & holidays. class teaches writing secrets and CityBlast 4th Annual Day Camp for Italian Catholic Federation, meets techniques to turn prose into page-turners. 2017, at Maker Fun Factory . This Day 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. All prose genres: fiction, nonfiction, Camp is for all Tri-Valley kids entering 1st- Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 4001 children’s, and playwriting. Ages over 18 6th grades in the fall of 2017. June 20-23 Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Anyone who welcome. Fee includes professional editing (Tuesday - Friday), 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon loves all things Italian is invited to meet to Village students pictured are Ivan Ramos, Abigail Richardson, Mariah Raygoza, of your work by instructor Barbara Flores, Emerald Glen Park / Soccer Fields Central celebrate the Italian heritage with monthly Rotarian Dan Hall. a three-time award-winning author. 6 Parkway, Dublin. $40 per child or $70 per dinner meetings and holding charitable June 8, 2017 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD events. The group supports Children's Hos- Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military who know what you are going through. 10:00 a.m. beginning June 11. Bring at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/ ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education pital research, college scholarships and support organization based in Livermore. Three times per year, the group collect your children to participant in childcare Sunday School at 10:20 am. For more Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group other charities. For information, contact S.A.M. has been in operation since January supplies and sends care packages to the and children/youth Sunday School. For information, visit www.goodshepherd- Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth Judy Wellbeloved, president, 462-2487. 2004. It is dedicated to the continued troops. Contact [email protected] for information visit our website at www. livermore.org or call (950) 371-6200. group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. ClutterLess Self Help Support morale support of deployed troops. For the location of the next meeting. asburylive.org or call 925-447-1950. Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. Group, nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, information or donations, visit www. Livermore Military Families, a Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Livermore Quakers: Unprogrammed support group for people with difficulty dis- operationsam.org, email operationsam@ support group for families in Livermore at 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: worship, Sundays at 6 pm, 1886 College carding unwanted possessions. Cluttering comcast.net who have a loved one serving in the www.calvarylivermore.org or 925-447- Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Ave. (United Christian Church). www. is a psychological issue, not an organizing Depression and Bipolar Support Military, is intended to be a safe place for 4357. Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- LivermoreQuakers.com issue. New meeting location: Parkview,100 Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets family members to come and share their Granada Baptist Church, 945 lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors Valley Avenue (main entrance), 2nd Floor Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's experiences and concerns with others who Concannon Boulevard, Livermore. a.m. - Elementary aged children go to St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) Activity Room, Pleasanton. Mondays Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., understand what they are going through. Services: Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; wor- Kid’s Church following worship, nursery – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925- except some holidays 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. All family members are welcome to attend ship service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the 906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. Come or call a volunteer at 925)289-5356 Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday 447-3428. Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. Center for Spiritual Living or 925-922-1467. More information at: pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al of each month at the Livermore Veterans Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; Livermore Valley - People from all faith www.clutterlesseastbay.org Pereira, 462-6415. Memorial Building, 522 South L Street Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, 925-449-4848. traditions, cultures, races and sexual Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, orientations welcome. Sunday service Club. Feed your wonder about the Night to new and established residents of the information, call Tami Jenkins, 925-784- a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the 5014 or email livermoremilitaryfamilies@ org/ All are welcome. 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon yahoo. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org place 1886 College Ave., Livermore. For ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. on the second Wednesday of the month, 6656 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Adult Sunday Valley Bible Church, Livermore, more information contact revharriet1@ Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, RELIGION school 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., meets at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 South- yahoo.com or visit us at http://csllvlight- p.m. talk starts at 7:30 pm. For more info family activities, and monthly adult First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Children's Church (Pre-K-5th grade) 11:15 front Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone house.org. visit us @ http://www.trivalleystargaz- socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contem- a.m., Nursery to age 3, Women's Bible 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 ers.org/ visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com plative Service in the Chapel and 10:00 study Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Senior Adult Cedar Grove Community Church, Rincon Ave., Livermore. www, smbclive. Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 Community Resources for Inde- a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary Ministries meet every other month. For 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship com or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s pendent Living (CRIL) offers services to and children’s program For more informa- ministry information call (925) 846-8650 Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. Worship services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday costumes give free guided tours beginning help people with disabilities and supports tion www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. Trinity Church,557 Olivina Ave., cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. family Bible school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study at noon, on the second and fourth Sundays them to live independently and participate Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palo- and youth ministry, Wednesday 7 p.m. of the month. Each tour includes the 1885 in their community for as long as they are St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 & Children’s Ministry times now at 9AM mino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. Feed the homeless, Saturday 11 a.m. Cottage and the 1891 Main House, and willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 & 10:30AM. Small Groups also meet on jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. Prayer, 6 p.m. weekdays. the beautifully landscaped grounds. For offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore a.m. Children's classes during adult wor- Sundays, and during the week at various Well Community Outreach Center Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives information on the Ravenswood Progress to provide information and referrals and ship service. AWANA children's program times/locations. Trinity Student Ministries ministry provides meats, canned and dry away clothing and other items every League (RPL) or the volunteer Docent provide community education at senior Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. (7-12th Grade) meet on Sundays at 9AM goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only Monday 10-12. Donations are also ac- Program, please call the Docent Coordina- centers and affordable housing complexes Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. and on Weds. eve. from 7-9PM. Awana available prior to the start of the school cepted on Mondays between 10-12. 4418 tor at (925) 443-0238. to residents of Southern Alameda County. Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. meets Sundays from 3:30-5:30PM trinity- year). Those with an immediate need or E. Avenue, Livermore. Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 Vasco Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday livermore.org or 925-447-1848. who would like to donate nonperishable Christ Church (a nondenominational group of retired men who join together to Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can service. Information 447-8747 or www. St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas food items, call the office at (925) 479- evangelical church formerly meeting in better enjoy their leisure time. Activities be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, uucil.org Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday and Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho include golf, bridge, photography, travel, by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at Congregation Beth Emek, Center for ing the John Main tradition, every Monday Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Thursday 4 Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- [email protected]. All services Jewish Learning, Prayer and Community 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up by appointment Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men are free. in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, Claire La Scola at 447-9800. only. The Outreach Center will be open Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi St. Innocent Orthodox Church, every 4th Saturday to distribute bags from a.m. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org and San Ramon. The group meets for Support Group meets every fourth Dr. Laurence Milder, www.bethemek.org. 5860 Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Fresh and Easy Market and Sprouts. This or call 925.846.0665. lunch on the first Thursday of each month Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to www. will be on a first come first serve basis Unity of Tri-Valley is a welcoming at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest third floor movie room at Heritage Estates with the Congress of Secular Jewish stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2333 Nis- spiritual community for people of all faiths Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about Retirement Community. The address is Organizations (csjo.org). Information, (831) 278-1916. sen Drive, Livermore. and backgrounds. Children's program the Tri-Valley SIR at www.trivalleysir.org 900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All are Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Lynnewood United Methodist available. Ongoing groups and activities. and the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. welcome. Contact is Lee Parlett 292-9280. 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services Church, 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton, Rev. Micah Murdock, minister. 7567 Ama- For information or to attend a meeting, call DBE Daughters of the British First Church of Christ, Scientist, on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. offers a friendly congregation where all dor Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. Empire, John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at are welcome. Summer schedule is one am Sunday service. www.unityoftrivalley. Assistance League® of Amador Chapter in the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come service at 9:30 a.m. May 28-Sept. 3. org. 925.829.2733. Valley invites all visitors to join this dedi- a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The and worship with us and to enjoy our Childcare provided. Contact the church GraceWay Church worships at 10 cated group of volunteers, reaching out to at Castlewood Country Club. DBE was church and reading room are located at hospitality. For more information call the office at (925) 846-0221, send an email to a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary School, those in need in the Tri-Valley and having founded in 1909 and is a nonprofit 501(c) Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, church office 925-462-4802. [email protected] or visit our website 1454 Santa Rita Road while its new facility fun doing it. Regular meetings are held on (3) organization made up of women of which is open to the public, features St. Bartholomew's Episcopal at www.lynnewood.org. is being prepared. Services include band- the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. British or British Commonwealth heritage books, CDs and magazines for sale. For Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) The Church of Jesus Christ of Lat- led worship music, Sunday School for at the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasan- and ancestry with a focus on charity and information, call (925) 447-2946. 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. ter-day Saints--Livermore Stake: Sunday preschoolers and elementary through high ton. For more information, see our website, fellowship. Those interested in helping Sunset Community Church, 2200 Service Schedule: 8:00 a.m. Contempla- services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: Sycamore school students. Infant care is provided. www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, with “the cause," enjoying social activities, Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship tive Eucharist; 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study Grove Ward 9:00 am; Windmill Springs www.gracewaylife.org (925) 846-4436. e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ and forming long-lasting friendships, service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service (check web-site): 10:20 Sunday School Ward 11:00 am. 950 Mocho St: Valley View Grace Missionary Baptist Church, yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. contact Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's (Godly Play); 10:30: Sung Eucharist with Ward 9:00 am; Vineyard Hills Ward 11:00 meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. Navy, Marine Corp & Coast Guard or Jenny Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for church provided. A "Night of Worship" choir, child care provided. am; Mocho Branch (Spanish) 12:20 pm. (925) 667-1610. www.gracembc.com. Veterans. Meet with other like minded additional information. first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. Little Brown Church, United Church 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: Tri-Valley Sunday School, 9:45 am; Sunday Worship, veterans for camaraderie and support Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), In- Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 Young Single Adult Ward 1:30 pm. 11 am. Relevant and refreshing Bible of veterans causes. The Fleet Reserve formation on programs and memberships, p.m. Information, call 447-6282. a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. The Church of Jesus Christ of teaching. Pastor: Jeff Barger. Association is a chartered organization training philosophies and schedules, and Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Discovery Church of the Nazarene, that provides a voice in Congress. Young all things TVTC, an all inclusive triathlon/ Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., 2580 Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor veterans are highly encouraged to get marathon/endurance training program. Livermore. Information, 447-8840. Pathway Community Church, 1055 Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community involved in promoting the concerns of your www.trivalleytriclub.com. Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contempo- 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at generation. The local branch of the FRA Pleasanton Military Families is 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 rary Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 am. Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. 9:30 AM. Worship Service, Sundays at meets the first Friday of each month at a Pleasanton based support group for a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. Children, youth, adult programs. Biblically Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 10:45 AM 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial Build- those who have a loved one serving in the adult Bible study/Sunday school. For based practIcal messages, nondenomi- 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Av- ing, 522 South L St., Livermore. For more Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on information, call 925-447-1246. national. All are welcome. www.pathway- Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. enue, Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, information go to www.fra.org or contact the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share Asbury United Methodist Church, communitychurch.org (925) 322-1222. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 11:00 a.m. Worship. For more information Roy Warner at 925-449-6048 or Loraine concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconcil- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship visit gatewaylivermore.org or call Larry Maese at 454-1582. that are experienced. There is no better ing Church, where all are welcomed. 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for Trummel at 449.1444. Operation: SAM “Supporting All support than being surrounded by others Sunday Worship time is changing to 12 The Independent • June 8, 2017 Milestones

Nicolina Priess Victoria Martinez Amanda Harding Future Teachers Scholarships Three retired veterinarians, who graduated from UCLA in the first class of 1952, were reunited at the Livermore Airport during the Wings of Freedom Tour over the Memorial California Retired Teach- Day Weekend. They are all WWII veterans. They wore their original uniforms. Pictured, ers Association (CalRTA), Division #85, recently from left) are Wendell Pearl, 92 years old, USS Tuscaloosa, U.S. Navy; John Shirley, 92 awarded $2,500 scholarships years old, 15th Regiment 3rd Infantry Division, U.S. Army; and Walt Hughes, 95 years to five students in the Tri- old, B-24 Liberator Pilot, U.S. Air Force. Valley. All five students are planning to become teachers and all have been enrolled in the ROP (Regional Oc- Kaitlin Judson Jordan Wolf cupational Program), which enables them to go into class- Nevada in Reno. where she volunteered. rooms and work with stu- Victoria Martinez was an Jordan Wolf is a senior dents and teachers. All found excellent student at Granada at Granada High School in this to be a very worthwhile High School in Livermore Livermore. She is an Honor experience and this was the and now is a sophomore at Roll student and a Scholar- final deciding factor for them University of California, Athlete. Her plans are to at- in choosing teaching as a Merced. tend USF, St Mary’s or UOP. career. Amanda Harding is a se- Kaitlin Judson is a se- Nicolina Priess is a se- nior at Foothill High School nior at Amador Valley High nior at Amador Valley High in Pleasanton and plans to School and will attend West- School in Pleasanton and attend the University of Ne- mont College in Santa Bar- Senior Class President. She vada in Reno. She has re- bara. As her dad is also a plans to attend University of ceived great reviews from the teacher she enjoyed volun- first and fifth grade teachers teering in his classroom.

National Security Technologies Awards Scholarships Two outstanding Livermore area high school students have been awarded $5,000 schol- arships each by National Security Technologies LLC (NSTec), to encourage their interest in science and engineering. This year’s recipients of the NSTec Engineering and Science Scholarship are Matthew Pham and Kiara L. Steinhorst, both graduates of Livermore High Don and Anne Home will celebrate School. Matthew will attend the University of California, Berkeley and major in Chemical their 60th wedding anniversary on Engineering. Kiara plans to attend the University of Nevada, Reno and major in Chemical Engineering. June 15, 2017. The scholarship program, an extension of the NSTec education investment philosophy, The couple moved to Livermore in 1970 when Don was hired by the Lawrence National was launched in 2006 and has provided more than 221 scholarships and $1 million to high Laboratory. He worked for the Lab as a physicist until his retirement. Then he continued school seniors across the country planning an education in engineering and science. NSTec partners with the Livermore Valley Education Foundation to administer the scholarships. his work as a sculptor, producing the Livermore Peace Monument among other efforts. He The company is the management and operating contractor for the Nevada National Security also restored old cars, including two Ford convertibles, two Woodie Wagons, two Morgans, Site and its related facilities including the company’s Livermore Operations. and his latest - a 1940 Plymouth pick-up. Anne began teaching English at Livermore High, “We created these scholarships to encourage the next generation of scientists and engi- retiring in 1996. She started writing, her second career, with the publication of a book on neers who are essential for our national security mission,” says NSTec President Jim Holt. Livermore history in 2001. She continued with two more local history books and wrote “Several of our NSTec Engineering and Science Scholarship recipients also serve summer columns on local history for The Independent for four years. Don and Anne belong to St. internships – our vision is that one day they may become our employees.” Bartholomew's Episcopal Church. Scholarship recipients are given an opportunity to intern at NSTec after their first year of college.