Fund Drive for Pleasanton Schools to Begin

VOLUME XLVII, NUMBER 10 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 Fund Drive for Pleasanton Schools to Begin By Ron McNicoll appeal through the news media to back through the community tions continue with the classified specifics will be cited in the A drive to raise an estimted the whole community to donate fund-drive effort. employees’ union, which has information coming to parents $900,000 by June 1 to save Pleas- to the district. The district has been looking shown signs of making some and public. anton school programs will begin As occurred last year in a at a projected $8 million shortfall concessions in the best interests The list at the board meeting late this week or next week. two-month, quick-start drive that for the next fiscal year, which be- of the district. March 2 shows four hours of a The school district will open raised $450,000, two established gins July 1. That’s the best guess Already declared saved by technology specialist per day the drive with a letter to parents foundations will act as central so far about the impact that a still the administration and the board, at each elementary school for a asking for their donations to save collection points. They will turn unsettled state budget for next because of concessions and ad- total of $202,500. Five hours of a specific programs. The $900,000 the money over to the district. year will hold for schools. ministrative staff voluntary cuts, library assistant position per day Find Out What's is a ballpark estimate, said district The foundations are Pleasanton Some Pleasanton programs have been such major items as at each school costs $152,000. public relations officer Myla Partners in Education (PPIE) and that were headed for cuts have class size reduction, reading, PE, Figures were not applied Happening Grasso. The figure had not been Pleasanton Schools Educational been saved by the teachers and science specialists. yet to various student support firmed up in time for The Inde- Enrichment (PSEE) foundation. union’s one-year concessions The board approved a list programs. Those needs will be pendent’s deadline. The school board at its meet- on their new three-year contract of specific things that trustees determined at individual sites. Check out the The letter to parents will be ing March 2 approved a list of with the district. That savings would like to see brought back They will make up part of the second section followed in a week or so by an programs that could be brought will total $4.5 million. Negotia- or preserved for next year. Such (See DRIVE, page 10) Section II is filled with information about arts, entertainment and special events. There are education stories, a variety of Oak Grove Referendum features, and the arts and entertainment and bulletin board listings. Debate Is Underway Campaigning was underway year legal battle, the issue will on the Oak Grove referendum now go to the voters. There has at last week’s Pleasanton City been controversy over whether Sandia Good Council meeting. arguments criticizing the devel- Comments made during the opment were correct as presented Place to Work council meeting led Mayor Jen- by the opponents of Oak Grove. Sandia National Laborato- nifer Hosterman to declare, “Ap- The development includes 51 ries’ California site in Livermore parently the Oak Grove debate custom home lots. is ranked eighth among the win- has begun here and now.” Co-chairmen of the “No on ners in The Scientist magazine’s 8th annual Best Places to Work The development is located in Oak Grove Committee,” Karla for Postdocs survey. the southeast hills of Pleasanton. Brown and Kay Ayala, began “This year’s award winners After being approved by the what will likely become an on- represent an array of forward council, it was referended. Fol- going part of council meetings thinking institutions that are lowing the settlement of a two (See OAK GROVE, page 2) open to changing in support of the values and needs of its postdocs,” said The Scientist in a press release announcing the winners of the survey. The ‘Time to step up’ Scientist cites “remuneration Photo - Doug Jorgensen Retiree Group Hopes to and compensation” and “family Juliette Goodrich and Lynn Owens read a book written by Goodrich about the oldest burning light Reach Its Fundraising Goal and personal life” as strengths of bulb in the world, “The Little Light Shines Bright.” They were at Arroyo Seco School in Livermore. Sandia/California. To arrive at its rankings, The For the story, go to Section II. The UC Livermore Lab Re- documents that reveal a trail of Scientist tallied 3,105 responses tiree Group is approaching its health care policies and contrac- from its postdoc audience. Re- financial goal of raising enough tual decisions that evolved over spondents assessed their work- money to begin legal action to decades and were changed only ing conditions and environ- Livermore City Council Votes to try to restore membership in Uni- recently. ments, indicating their level of versity of California health plans. Legal action has always been agreement and importance with Support Appeal of Kennel Approval It needs a final push to reach its a last resort for the retirees group, target of $150,000, according to which has petitioned the Univer- 43 criteria in 11 different areas. That doesn’t mean that anything Sufficient responses — a mini- The Livermore City Council could be approved in other areas, group leaders. sity for reinstatement to health voted unanimously to support the such as North Livermore. goes.” “We are close but not there plans, appealed to the UC Board mum of five — were received The Sierra Club filed the from each of 90 institutions appeal of an approval of a large Mayor Marshall Kamena said, yet,” said Joe Requa, founder of Regents, met with UC General kennel in the unincorporated area “The issue isn’t the quality of the appeal after the County Zoning of the organization. “We have Counsel and secured a promise considered in the rankings. Board of Adjustments had ap- Sandia’s Albuquerque, N.M., of Alameda County. architecture, but the permitted about $125,000 now, with more from newly elected representa- proved it. The matter will now go laboratory ranked 23rd in the The concern was that it would uses under Measure D. It’s my coming in. I’m hopeful, because tive John Garamendi to form set a precedent that could mean opinion that horse boarding is a to the Board of Supervisors. members have voted overwhelm- a committee to investigate the survey. (See APPEAL, page 10) More information on The such urban commercial uses specific permitted use. Boarding ingly to support legal action. It health care situation. Scientist’s Best Places to Work for dogs and cats is not listed. really isn’t certain that we can None of these approaches has for Postdocs survey can visit collect that last $25,000 to make been successful. Most recently, http://www.the-scientist.com/. Innovation Hub Aims to Create Jobs legal action possible. Garamendi communicated his change of heart on forming the Livermore will establish two the recently designated innova- and the Lawrence Livermore Na- “This is the time for people tion for Green Advanced Trans- to step up who are planning to investigative committee, al- nonprofit corporations that are tional Laboratory to designation though he emphasized his inter- projected to help develop high portation Excellence (i-GATE) i-GATE as part of the state’s iHub do so.” Innovation Hub (iHub). The group’s attorneys believe est in pursuing other means of paying jobs in the city. Demonstration Program. reaching an accommodation. The city council on Monday The State of California se- The i-GATE partnership in- its legal case is sound. However, Yucca Mountain lected a proposal by Livermore, it will be necessary to take the The Retiree Group expects directed staff to move forward cludes over 25 other governmen- (See GOAL, page 10) Application with the corporations as part of Sandia National Laboratories, (See iHUB, page 4) University to court to discover Withdrawn The U.S. Department of En- ergy today filed a motion with the New Animal Shelter to Nuclear Regulatory Commission to withdraw the license applica- Be Built in Pleasanton tion for a high-level nuclear waste repository at Yucca Mountain Valley Humane Society In April 2007, VHS moved with prejudice. (VHS) has begun the process to from a small building on Spring “President Obama is fully build a new, 5,000 square foot Street in downtown Pleasanton committed to ensuring that the animal shelter on Nevada Street to a modular building at 3670 Nation meets our long-term in Pleasanton. Nevada Street. The construction storage obligations for nuclear “Last year was a turning point of a new building will allow VHS waste,” said Department of En- for VHS,” said Wendy McNelley, to expand its services to the com- ergy General Counsel Scott VHS General Manager, “Thanks munity and triple the number of Blake Harris. “In light of the to the hard work of our Board animals saved every year. decision not to proceed with the and the support of our volunteers Through a bequest from the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste we are now poised to make our late Joyce Keeler, a former Liver- repository, the President directed dream of a new building come more teacher and animal lover, Secretary Chu to establish the true.” (See SHELTER, page 4) Blue Ribbon Commission on America’s Nuclear Future to conduct a comprehensive review of policies for managing the back end of the nuclear fuel cycle and Essay Contest Brings to provide recommendations for developing a safe, long-term so- Out Foothill’s Virtues lution to managing the Nation’s By Ron McNicoll anton’s community of character. used nuclear fuel and nuclear Foothill High School is be- The traits were adopted by the waste.” coming the home of many ar- Pleasanton school board 10 years In its motion, DOE reaffirmed ticulate writers who show a ago. Many schools throughout Photo - Doug Jorgensen its obligation to take posses- George (standing) and his father Jack Fiorio look over the new mural in Downtown Pleasanton. sion and dispose of the nation’s great deal of compassion, if the the United States participate in a annual Laws of Life contest is “schools of character” program. The mural is located at the corner of Peters Street and Rose Avenue on the side of the Valley spent nuclear fuel and high-level Plumbing Home Center business. The mural was created by artists Ron Norman and Bill Weber. nuclear waste. However, the Sec- any indicator. Foothill held a luncheon last retary of Energy has decided that The contest asks entrants to week that recognized 39 of the This is the second mural that the Pleasanton Downtown Association has commissioned for the a geologic repository at Yucca write about one of the six char- more than 800 essay contestants beautification of the downtown. Mountain is not a workable op- acter traits that are part of Pleas- (See ESSAYS, page 12) tion for long-term disposition of these materials. Additionally, at the direction of the President, the Secretary has established the Inside PET OF THE WEEK Blue Ribbon Commission on The "Cream" of the crop! This stunning kitty is named America’s Nuclear Future, which Art & Entertainment...... Section II Short Notes...... 8 Cream (he has a sister named Cookies), and he is as sweet will conduct a comprehensive as can be. He gets along well with everyone and is just Bulletin Board...... Section II review and consider alternatives Sports...... 6 gorgeous to look at, too! Add some beauty to your home for disposal of the materials. Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 The action will provide final- with this show stopper. To meet Cream, come to Valley ity in ending the Yucca Mountain Editorial...... 4 Humane Society's Kitty City, located at 3670 Nevada Street project as a permanent geologic Mailbox...... 4 in Pleasanton. Call 925-426-8656 or visit the web site www. valleyhumane.org for more information. (See MOUNTAIN, page 2) Roundup...... 3 PAGE 2 - The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 OAK GROVE (continued from page one) leading up to the June vote on “You can understand why the Attorney Jonathan Lowell com- Oak Grove. public becomes confused. Facts mented on the council’s ability to In response to comments by were presented in three ways at comment on presentations by the the council majority that the cam- one meeting,” said Ayala. public under the “meeting open paign be “fact driven,” Ayala and She then read the ordinance, to the public” portion. Brown each talked about an issue which states that the zoning Councilmember Jerry Thorne regarding the housing plans. administrator will review and wondered what the council’s Brown discussed the grading approve each home as it comes responsibility was in discussing plans. She noted that there have forward. The decision can be issues raised by the public under been comments that indicated appealed to the planning com- “meeting open to the public.” “I that the development would not mission and eventually to the have been told that I cannot com- occur on ridgetops. “I take ex- city council. She asked that staff ment or give any feedback. It’s ception to that statement,” she confirm her presentation as cor- obvious we will see campaign- declared. She showed a map to il- rect. ing. What are the restrictions?” lustrate her points. Brown stated, City Manager Nelson Fialho Lowell explained that the “In a typical area, 20 feet of the stated that design guidelines were Brown Act prohibits any public ridge is cut off to make space for approved as part of the develop- resources from being used to lots and the road. One site cuts 43 ment. The zoning administrator campaign. Councilmembers feet from the ridge, the equivalent would check the houses against need to be cautious on how they of a four story building. That cut the guidelines. If there were respond. They can answer ques- is dumped into an existing land issues with the administrator’s tions, or direct staff to answer. area. There will be 640,000 cu. decision, it could be appealed as Councilmembers cannot hold yd. of dirt moved. Almost all of described. a back and forth discussion or the lots are cut; others are created Hosterman said the develop- include statements that could be by a cut and fill method.” ment includes 500 acres of open construed as pro or con on an is- Ayala talked about the ap- space for the people of Pleasan- sue. “The mayor needs to control proval process for the custom ton. There is an opportunity for some of these discussions,” he The Pleasanton Paratransit Service is one of many that will participate in the 5th Annual Transit homes. Ayala said that at a recent 51 custom home lots. They are stated. Fair at the Pleasanton Senior Center on March 17. council meeting Hosterman had not approved by the ballot. Each Thorne wondered about re- said all of the houses would individual lot will be reviewed. sponding to comments directed come to the council for approval. Councilmember Matt Sullivan at an individual councilmember Councilmember Cheryl Cook- asked for clarification on the ap- by a member of the public. Pleasanton to Host Annual Transit Fair Kallio said that the planning proval process, noting, “I won’t Lowell stated, “Not respond- commission would approve the throw in any political elaboration ing is the best course of action. The City of Pleasanton will share information on transporta- senior discount passes and cards homes. At the same meeting, the way the mayor just did.” If there is a response, a council- host the 5th Annual Transit Fair tion options. during the event. These include Councilmember Cindy McGov- Fialho again confirmed that member needs to be cautious. He at the Pleasanton Senior Center The Alameda County Health the $9 Senior BART pass (a $24 ern pointed out that the zoning statements made by Ayala were or she could find a complaint filed on Wednesday, March 17, from Department will host a presenta- value), the Pleasanton Paratran- administrator would be respon- correct as presented. with the district attorney.” 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. tion on maintaining driving skills sit $30 punch card for residents sible for approving the houses. Later in the meeting, City This free event is open to the and safe behaviors as people of Pleasanton, the Pleasanton public. It will feature representa- age. Free Car Fit assessments, Paratransit Downtown Route tives from local transit agencies sponsored by AAA of Northern which offers 8 rides for just $12, such as WHEELS, Pleasanton California and the Pleasanton Dial-A-Ride’s 10 rides for $35, Paratransit Service, BART, the Senior Center, will also be of- and a Wheels monthly senior bus Alameda County Transportation fered. These free evaluations pass for $18. Improvement Authority (AC- for seniors over 65 years of age The Pleasanton Senior Cen- TIA), the Department of Motor consist of trained professionals ter’s ‘Snappy Café’ will offer The Cost Will Go Up to Self-Haul Trash Vehicles, and the ACE train to leading participants through a a St. Patrick’s Day meal for $5 It will soon cost more for point of origin. She explained fect this summer. 15-minute, 12-point checklist for adults and $3.50 for seniors. Livermore residents to haul their that because of the lower rates for Livermore’s diversion rate with their vehicle to recommend Reservations must be made by own trash to the Vasco Road Livermore, out of town haulers for 2008 was 64 percent. Trends adjustments and adaptations that 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 12. Landfill. were claiming the trash origi- indicate the rate may be higher in MOUNTAIN can make the vehicle ‘fit’ better For more information or to make On Monday, the Livermore nated in Livermore. “This has led 2009. However, the staff report (continued from page one) and enhance safety. a luncheon reservation, please City Council voted to revoke the to a disproportionate amount of Participating transit agencies contact the Pleasanton Senior points out that the trend will repository. It was noted that discount for Livermore residents. waste being attributed to Liver- not continue when the economy will also sell their reduced cost Center at (925) 931-5365. In addition, the council instituted scientific and engineering knowl- more. This is making it difficult recovers and consumption in- edge on issues relevant to dis- a $4.53 per ton Livermore waste for Livermore to meet its required creases. equalization charge for non-fran- position of high-level waste and 75 percent waste diversion rate,” Mayor Marshall Kamena spent nuclear fuel has advanced chised, nonresidential waste. explained Erlandson. commented, “It is good news dramatically over the twenty Judy Erlandson, the city’s re- The city will have to negotiate that these changes will stop the years since the Yucca Mountain cycling and waste manager, said an amendment to its agreement practice. It is bad news that it will project was initiated. the city needed to remove the with the Vasco Road Landfill to penalize our residents. However, The Blue Ribbon Commis- incentive for people taking trash institute the new rates. Erlandson I do think the benefits outweigh sion’s first meeting will take to the landfill to misrepresent its said they are expected to take ef- the negatives.” place on March 25th and March 26th. The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 - PAGE 3 VALLEY ROUNDUP

Funds for Transportation Projects starting March 5th through March 29th. Bidding will begin on March The Department of Transportation has announced nearly $84 mil- 30th and end on March 31st. If a potential bidder does not have Inter- lion in transportation projects for California out of more than $600 net access, an Offline Bid Form is available from the Tax Collector’s million in projects nationwide. Office, which is located at 1221 Oak Street, 1st floor, in Oakland. Projects in Northern California include: The properties for sale are located primarily in Oakland. To be • $799,046 to the Livermore-Amador Valley Transit Authority for eligible to participate in the auction, a bidder must pre-qualify with preventative maintenance. a $5,000.00 deposit. More information regarding the online auction LAVTA will receive $779,046 for a variety of projects being can be obtained from the Treasurer Tax Collector’s website at www. completed by the agency. LAVTA will use the funds for bus main- acgov.org/treasurer/index.shtml. tenance, which will help ensure that mechanics in charge of bus maintenance will keep their jobs. In addition, funds will be used for St. Patrick's Day Dinner the paratransit program, which offers door-to-door service for disabled The Eden Area United Democratic Campaign presents its 12th patrons. LAVTA, which serves the Tri-Valley area, including Dublin, annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner. Livermore and Pleasanton, operates a bus system that provides over It will be held Thurs., May 18, 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Carpenter's 2 million trips each year. Union Hall, Local 713, 1050 Mattox Rd., Hayward. • $18,221,874 to the Municipal Transportation Agency of San State Treasurer Bill Lockyer, Board of Equalization Chair Betty Francisco for preventative maintenance and to replace light rail Yee and State Attorney General Candidate Alberto Torrico will be the vehicles; dinner’s special guest speakers. Also in attendance will be State Sena- • $16,972,052 for Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) railcar and tor Ellen Corbett, 18th AD Assemblymember Mary Hayashi, current station equipment improvements; elected officials, and Democratic Party officers. • $6,682,626 to the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District for The sponsors and organizers of this event are the Eden Area United preventative maintenance; Democratic Campaign Committee which is comprised of four local Democratic Clubs: Hayward Demos, Castro Valley, South County McNerney Most Moderate Young Democrats and Greater Hayward. All monies will go towards In a recent issue of National Journal, a non-partisan publication the Eden Area United Democratic Campaign (EAUDC) for the 2010 that analyzes the legislative records of Members of Congress, Con- election in the Castro Valley, Hayward, San Leandro and San Lorenzo gressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) is ranked as the most moderate of area. California’s House members. Overall, Rep. McNerney is identified as The event is open to all Democrats. Cost is: $25 prepaid/$30 at one of the “centrist members” of the U.S. House of Representatives. door; Seniors/Students: $20 prepaid/$25 at door; Children 12 or Under Out of more than 400 House members, he places only 15 spots away – Free (when accompanied by an adult). More information or to RSVP, from the dead center of the ideological spectrum. please call (510) 635-3121 or [email protected] For almost thirty years, National Journal, widely considered to be a respected source on vote rankings, has analyzed the legislative records of Members of Congress by compiling key votes on legislation. Through an in-depth statistical process, National Journal ranks each Member of Congress from most conservative to most liberal on economic, social and foreign policy issues as well as through an average composite score of all three areas. This year, National Journal compared over 90 relevant votes in these key categories, selected to statistically demonstrate the ideology of Members of Congress. Funds to Help Displaced Workers Chabot College has received a federal grant and contract funds from the U.S. Department of Education’s Fund for the Improvement of Post Secondary Education and American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Stimulus to help recently displaced workers in the East Bay. Many of these workers have been displaced due to the impending NUMMI plant closure and its effect on local suppliers of the plant. Through a partnership between Chabot College and the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board (ACWIB), over $1 million will be spent over three-years to support dislocated workers and adult learners in Chabot’s service area and Alameda County by providing career transitional services such as job search assistance, career counseling, career development workshops, education and workforce training from a wide range of courses and programs offered at Chabot and at neighboring schools, many of which specifically meet the needs of dislocated workers and working adults. For additional information, please contact Matthew Kritscher, Chabot College Dean of Counseling at (510) 723-6717 or Roy Bertucelli, ACWIB Workforce Development Specialist at (510) 259-3833. Online Auction of Houses Alameda County Treasurer Tax Collector Donald R. White announces the County’s online auction to sell tax delinquent parcels of property. The auction will take place at www.bid4assets.com March 30 through March 31, 2010. The properties are being sold using Bid4Assets, Inc., a leading asset disposition and advisory services company. Interested persons may preview the properties on the website at www.bid4assets.com, PAGE 4 - The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 Election News EDITORIAL Congressman Garamendi Announces Wrong Place For Kennel When Alameda County voters passed Measure D, no Plans to Run for Re-election one imagined the open space goals of D would one day be John Garamendi (D-Walnut bringing our troops home, and the right to ask,” added Secretary Committee Lew Uhler, and eight threatened by dogs and cats. Creek, CA) has submitted his supporting them when they re- Bowen. “Have you changed your former Chairs of the California But that has indeed happened, in the form of a 37-acre, Declaration of Candidacy to turn. These remain my goals. mind after signing? You can Republican Party. continue to serve California’s “In the four months that I have withdraw your signature.” two-story, 20,000-square-foot kennel proposed for the south served in Congress many criti- Voters may call the Secretary side of Interstate 580 in Dublin Canyon. The facility would tenth district. O’Malley Files for District He stated, “It is an honor to cal issues have been debated. I of State’s Voter Hotline at (800) Attorney house up to 400 dogs and 50 cats. serve in Congress, and I thank voted for comprehensive health 345-VOTE to ask election-re- The development has received the county zoning adjust- Nancy O’Malley became an the voters for their support in insurance reform and improv- lated questions, or to report official candidate for Alameda ment board’s approval in a 2-1 vote, a decision the Sierra the November 2009 special elec- ing Medicare benefits. I voted potential election fraud or voter County District Attorney today Club intends to appeal, with the support of the Livermore tion. As a lifelong rancher, Peace for renewable energy programs, intimidation. when she filed papers to put City Council and a group of Castro Valley residents. Corps Volunteer in Ethiopia, State money for transportation net- her name on the June ballot. “This is a hotel, a Regency for pets,” observed Sierra Senator, State Insurance Commis- works, reorganizing our intel- Poizner Endorsed In September 2009, O’Malley Club spokesman Dick Schneider. “It’s not a low density sioner, US Interior Department ligence systems, and veterans Rep. Tom McClintock, Re- was appointed by the Alameda use, as D sets forth.” Deputy Secretary, and California support. publican, endorsed Steve Poizner County Board of Supervisors to Livermore voted 5-0 to back the appeal. “Our council Lieutenant Governor, I saw dif- For more information visit for Governor. He is running in replace retiring DA Tom Orloff, www.garamendi.org. is very much on record in support of Measure D,” stated ficult times but none worse than the state primary to represent becoming the first female Dis- today. I conducted eight Con- Mayor Marshall Kamena. the Republican party on the trict Attorney in the history of gressional town halls and heard Initiatives November ballot. In making his the office. Among the concerns, it’s feared the kennel would open from fellow citizens about their With 80 initiative proposals endorsement, Rep. McClintock up to commercialization the I-580 corridor through the can- O’Malley served as an Al- deep concerns for America. Our currently circulating throughout called Steve Poizner the only ameda County prosecutor for 25 yon between Dublin/Pleasanton and Castro Valley, which economy has a long way to go, California, Secretary of State conservative candidate” in the years and prosecuted thousands is considered a scenic corridor. It would violate the urban but I believe we are on a path to Debra Bowen is reminding voters race and the only real reformer of felony cases from child sexual growth boundary of D. recovery. of their key rights and responsi- running for governor. assault to murder before being We cheer the Sierra Club for its fierce watchdogging “During the election I said that bilities when deciding whether to Many conservative lead- promoted to Chief Assistant Dis- over Measure D. The Livermore City Council’s involvement my top priority was job creation, sign petitions. ers in California have rallied trict Attorney under Orloff. deserves praise, too. Measure D affects the entire county. and then set about regulating Wall “Anyone walking into a gro- behind Steve Poizner, including She has won the support of It’s good to see the city stepping up to the plate to defend Street, protecting Social Security cery store knows election season Governor George Deukmejian, the employees of the District its provisions. and Medicare, creating affordable is in full swing,” said Secretary CA Americans for Prosperity Attorney’s Office, the Sheriff, universally available healthcare, Bowen, California’s chief elec- Chairman Peter Foy, former CRA Chiefs of Police, victims rights creating a renewable green energy tions officer. “Voters have many President Mike Spence, former groups, civil leaders and legisla- policy, improving education, fix- rights when it comes to dealing State Senator Richard Mountjoy, tors, as well as former Alameda ing our crumbling transportation with petition circulators, and it is Ward Connerly, Orange County County District Attorneys D. infrastructure, protecting our important that voters not be bash- GOP Chairman Emeritus Tom Lowell Jensen, Jack Meehan and parks, promoting research and ful in exercising those rights.” Fuentes, Orange County Su- Tom Orloff .” (See website for SHELTER development, reinvigorating a (continued from page one) “Want to know if someone is pervisor Pat Bates, President complete list: www.nancyomal- Founded in 1987, Valley Hu- domestic manufacturing base, paid or volunteering? You have of the National Tax Limitation leyforda.org) VHS has acquired a significant mane Society has saved thou- portion of the funds needed to sands of homeless pets through begin construction. A Capital its animal adoption program. Campaign will run in tandem to Other programs include a pet the building process to help raise food pantry for low-income Livermore Growth Control Tied to additional support. Naming right families with pets, a pet visita- opportunities for certain portions tion program that benefits seniors of the building will be available and wounded veterans, humane Bigger Population Picture through this campaign. education programs that edu- Livermore’s 38-year evolu- population growth is having one point, saying, “What land devel- Proforma Construction of sion applied only to Livermore. cate children about responsible tion in controlling the city’s set of its negative effects,” said opers might call conversion of Pleasanton will be the contractor Later Pleasanton enacted its own pet ownership, and a fund that population through its growth Whitney. raw land to happy communities is for the project. growth control based on limited provides financial assistance for rate is the subject of an on-line Many people are not aware of often the same phenomenon that In other news, Valley Humane wastewater treatment capacity at emergency veterinary care. publication. It was written by the link between these problems, environmentalists would call loss Society has elected Lori Rice, the DSRSD treatment plant. For information, call Wendy a nonprofit organization. The because the news media doesn’t of critical wildlife habitat.” FACILTIES HAD President of the Amador Valley McNelley, General Manager of organization recently observed talk about them, said Whitney. INITIATIVE TO CATCH UP High School Athletic Boosters Valley Humane Society at (925) February as “Global Population He cited a paper written by T. TOOK THE LEAD and active community volunteer, The SAVE ordinance pro- 426-8656 or by email at wmcnel- Speak Out” month. Michael Maher, which appears It is in the context of that “raw to the office of President of the vided that growth could not [email protected]. Joel Quick wrote the article on the web site of Minnesotans land conversion” that Quick’s Board. The former President, occur, unless the city could pro- VHS is located at 3670 Ne- for the Institute for Popula- for Sustainability (mnforsustain. paper on Livermore growth Cindy Vallar, had to step down vide adequate water, wastewater vada St., Pleasanton, CA. The tion Studies. The institute was org). The paper is “How and Why control’s history documents the unexpectedly after accepting a treatment, and school facilities phone number is (925) 426-8656. founded to “empower people to Journalists Avoid the Population city’s efforts to try to achieve job position in Ohio. for growth. Visit www.valleyhumane.org. determine the best population – Environment Connection.” population balance within its Density was also an issue, size for their region and for the Maher reported that a survey city limits. The goal has been to because of the air pollution con- planet,” founder Searle Whitney of 150 randomly chosen stories minimize impacts on local ser- ditions that made Livermore the iHUB told the Independent. on urban sprawl, water shortages, vices. Later in Livermore history, worst city in Alameda County for (continued from page one) The article is found on the and threats to endangered species an urban growth boundary was air quality. tal institutions, local jurisdic- A 12-member board of directors institute’s web page, howmany. habitat, showed that only about added to save open space outside Livermore came up with a tions, educational institutions, has been formed comprised of org. Much of the research is one story in 10 framed population the city, and foster agriculture plan that included a growth rate, economic development agencies, representatives from the city, based on city government and growth as a source of the prob- preservation and expansion. and criteria for developers to domestic and international busi- laboratories, entrepreneurs and press reports. It also includes lem. Only one in the 150 stories Quick’s article goes through meet to gain priority points to ness, young tech companies and other stakeholders from across an interview with Don Miller, mentioned population stability the highlights of Livermore’s have development approved. venture capitalists. The applica- the Tri-Valley. They include former Livermore city council- among possible solutions. efforts, starting with the SAVE The article goes on to talk tion for designation as an iHub Livermore Mayor Marshall Ka- member who helped spearhead So Whitney is glad that there intiative. Livermore and Pleas- about the refinements that Liver- included the formation of two mena and DeRionne Pollard, the Save All Valley Environ- has been a concerted push by an anton voters both passed the nonprofit corporations to support more added to computing the president of Las Positas Col- ments (SAVE) initiative, in 1972, alliance of more than 100 spon- initiative. growth rate, and requirements the activities of the iHub. lege. The initial start-up phase One of the nonprofits is the which began Livermore’s growth sors to let the news media know The initiative was taken to inserted to make sure that there is estimated at between 18 to 36 control policies. that they need to look at the big- court by developers who won in National Energy Systems Tech- months, after which there would would be enough affordable nology (NEST) incubator. It will be funding available to hire a full With world and U.S. popu- ger picture when talking about superior court. However, Liver- housing. provide support services and re- fledged director. lation doubling in the past 50 local growth issues. more won an appeal. Pleasanton Efforts in the 1970s, ’80, and sources to young companies with White and Balfour will also years, communities that have There is really no controversy, did not join in the appeal, because ’90s to develop North Livermore the goal of developing them into head the i-GATE Corporation. problems with the local impacts said Whitney. He explained the city council majority did not in the unincorporated area are financially viable businesses. Kamena will also serve as one of growth need to look at the big- that both environmentalists and want to do so. Bob Pearson, elect- also chronicled. The second nonprofit is the of the 12-member board of di- ger picture, said Whitney. developers agree that expand- ed on a growth control platform, Growth control is now so i-GATE Development Corpora- rectors. Chamber of Commerce “To me, that’s where the ing population is what drives was the only councilmember to routine that Florida adopted a tion, which will create public CEO Dale Kaye and City Man- rubber meets the road, in lo- development. favor appealing the decision. statewide growth control mea- and private partnerships. It will ager Linda Barton are proposed cal communities. That’s where Maher’s paper makes that The appellate court deci- sure in 2005, says Quick. aid the city, Sandia and the Lab to be members, as well. in efforts to jointly develop an Barton commented, “It’s re- area on the two laboratories ally important to point out that campuses and related develop- this is a very long term and im- ment of research and science portant vision for the city going business districts across the city. forward. It offers an opportunity The shared campus development to create a lot of excellent jobs, at the laboratories involves an ap- as well as gain recognition for (Opinions voiced in letters cleanup have become the norm. the collapse of the Soviet Union necessary to cut our military bud- proximate 110-acre open access the laboratories and the city in published in Mailbox are those The administration needs a we were in a position to put our get, further reducing our security area known as the Livermore science and technology fields.” of the author and do not neces- 2/3rds Senate vote to ratify the house in order and to finally catch when we may need it most as Valley Open Campus (LVOC). Livermore City Councilmem- sarily reflect the opinion of The up in our areas of neglect. The our enemies become bolder. The It will host facilities for research START treaty. In an extortion ber Jeff Williams wondered if the Independent. Letter Policy: The quid pro quo letter Senate Re- Clinton years even left us with longer we wait to get out of our development, academic institu- use of NEST had been cleared Independent will not publish publicans and Joe Lieberman a fiscal surplus. But instead of predicament the more difficult it tions, technology incubation with the Lab, as it is used to anonymous letters, nor will it using it for attacking the many becomes and the less secure we and industrial and commercial designate a nuclear emergency publish letters without names. made it known that without this increased weapons funding the problems we faced, we were led remain. partnerships. LVOC will serve response team. Abusive letters may be rejected (lied) into another series of wars. as the core of an energy research White replied, “They did ap- or edited. Frequent letter writers START treaty is DOA. But, as Of course 9/11 was a severe blow cluster with the goal of expand- may have publication of their has been seen in numerous recent Yes on Oak Grove prove it. They felt it was too cute that had to be dealt with, but it Peter MacDonald ing it to benefit the regional to pass up, with NEST incubating letters delayed.) negotiations, these same Senators didn't call for the military re- economy, create jobs, mitigate can hardly be trusted. Pleasanton businesses.” sponse that left us bogged down Augustin Bernal Park near climate change, increase energy i-GATE partners include the Arm or Disarm? To paraphrase Albert Einstein, in stupid wars with no end, nor security, educate the future tech- Matthew Swyers “You cannot simultaneously the top of Pleasanton Ridge is a cities of Livermore, Pleasan- victory in sight. community asset without equal. nical workforce and form an ton, Dublin, San Ramon, Tracy Livermore prevent and prepare for [nuclear] With our sagging economy interlocking innovation web with On February 18th V.P. Biden On walks along its trails I have and West Sacramento, Sandia, war." and saddled with debt, we ap- seen deer, fox, bobcat, and even global impact. LLNL, Joint BioEnergy Institute, spoke about “The Future of Nu- pear to be sliding down to the The NEST incubator pro- clear Deterrence." Oddly, most the occasional snake in its tree Scion Group, California Fuel Our Wars Are Killing Us status of a third world country as covered wilderness. vides a funding vehicle to allow Cell Partnership, East Bay Eco- of his speech was a weak attempt Aaron Latkin characterized by the following: i-GATE to accept charitable to conflate the cold war action Now Pleasanton has an op- nomic Alliance, the University Combat veteran of Nonfunctional government, cor- portunity for an open space park donations, such as corporation of Michigan, UC Berkeley CI- of deterrence with disarmament. World War II ruption at high levels, increasing sponsorships, and a variety of The nuclear Non-Proliferation twice the size of Augustin Bernal TRIS (UC Institute for Science Livermore disparity in wealth, deteriorating Park with Oak Grove (497 acres economic development grants and Innovation), UC Davis, Cal Treaty demands that signatory After our victorious conclu- infrastructure, inferior educa- that the national laboratories are v. 237 acres). That won’t hap- State East Bay, Las Positas Col- nuclear states disarm; it says sion of World War II the United tional system, dependency on pen unless we vote yes for Oak unable to accept due to program- lege, Small Business Develop- nothing about deterrence. Biden Stated has undertaken a series foreign governments for loans matic restrictions. Grove. ment Center, NewLine Ventures, represents the largest nuclear of frivolous wars. I call them and assistance, increasing num- The Oak Grove referendum The city’s economic devel- LLC, Livermore Chamber of weapons budget in history as cen- frivolous because the reasons for bers in poverty (foreclosures, opment director, Rob White, is was started by a minority of rich Commerce, Tri-Valley Business tral to disarmament, but money our involvement were not clear food stamps, soup kitchens, etc.), NIMBY’s from the adjacent proposed to be the executive Council, Alameda County One for weapons dismantlement was and there was no threat to our high unemployment, little control director of NEST. The deputy neighborhoods. A majority of Stop (job training), Alameda actually cut in this proposed security. The Vietnam War was of pollution, lack of adequate the neighborhood committee director would be provided by County Workforce Investment budget. particularly devastating in many health care along with frequency Sandia, currently Bruce Balfour. compromised on a development and Bridgelux, Inc. B i d e n d e f e n d s t h i s ways. It was costly in human of disease, inability to raise plan for Oak Grove, but then $624,000,000 increase by claim- lives. It put our country further standard-of-living, little time or a minority broke away to start ing the weapons complex has in debt, and it kept our country resources for arts, entertainment this referendum. A few rich Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala been underfunded during the divided for many years to come. and leisure, a disproportionate NIMBY’s don’t want to look at Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell last decade, when in fact fund- During the ensuing years, we large amount of resources in- houses that look just like their (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) Editor: Janet Armantrout ing has remained flat or slightly were inclined to neglect much of vested in military, and frequent own houses. higher each year. I would agree the care and maintenance needed armed conflicts But, for those of us who would The Independent is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., to assure the progress befitting a As the United States descends Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Application to Mail at Periodical Postage Prices Pending at the that the weapons labs have been enjoy a 500 acre open space park Livermore Post Office and additional mailing offices. The Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www. great nation. We've fallen behind into third world status and be- independentnews.com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The neglected – from any real over- with trails and over 12,000 oak Independent, 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. in education, health care, infra- comes a debtor nation, we lose sight as mismanagement, illegal trees, I recommend a yes vote on Advertising rates and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 structure, industrial productivity much of our clout as a great Oak Grove. during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. accounting, security violations, Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. and world trade to name a few. world power. It may even become and dereliction in environmental After the Vietnam War and (More MAILBOX, page 5) The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 - PAGE 5 Phoenix High School Receives WASC Accreditation By Patricia Koning the quality of our program and principal, teachers, and support serve more than the 180-student examine everything you do to the way it engaged students and Students graduating from the level of rigor.” staff. “Right now there is not a lot limit for our current facility. The identify where you are strong parents,” says Hannah. “And Phoenix High School this June Phoenix High School was es- of difference between the two,” need is definitely there.” and where you need to grow.” our accreditation is a tangible will leave with something all tablished in 1993 as a very small says Hannah. The students and staff of The Phoenix staff, students, and result.” previous graduates of the pro- program for the most at-risk She adds that this is one rea- Phoenix began the accreditation school community cited the six- Leadership students helped gram lacked—a fully accredited students in the Livermore Valley son for seeking the accreditation. process in February 2009, mak- class schedule, direct instruction, with the self-study report and met diploma. The school recently Joint Unified School District. Del Valle has been a WASC-ac- ing a request for initial affilia- close staff relationships, and with the WASC visiting commit- learned that it received a full, Organized under the Small and credited program for many years. tion. In the fall of 2009, the staff safe campus as strengths of the tee. “It was a little stressful,” says three-year initial accreditation Necessary Schools Program, With the two programs being collaboratively prepared a report school. Phoenix student Patrick Wright. from the Western Association of which no longer exists, the school so similar, Phoenix has been about Phoenix High School, cit- “We’ve really shifted our “The fate of the accreditation was Schools and Colleges (WASC). combined flexible, individualized functioning like an accredited ing school-wide student data and focus,” says Hannah. “The high in our hands.” “WASC accreditation is in- programming with work experi- program but without the official responding to questions in the school diploma is no longer the Erik Potts, another Phoenix credibly important,” says Kat ence and extra social-emotional stamp. areas of school governance and pinnacle. It’s about what happens student also involved in the Hannah, principal of Phoenix support to keep students engaged “We do not expect these two leadership, curriculum, instruc- next.” WASC process, says he was im- and Del Valle Continuation in school. schools always to remain so tion, assessment, and school Areas of weakness include test pressed with the way his fellow High School. “Without it, our In 2004, Phoenix was moved similar, as the need for alternative culture. scores in math and English Lan- students rallied together. “I was students’ diplomas are not nec- from the Sonoma School site to education continues to increase,” A key component of the guage Arts as well as attendance, surprised how much school spirit essarily recognized by colleges, the Del Valle campus on Fifth says Hannah. “When budget con- WASC process is self-study, specifically tardies. Phoenix staff some people had,” he explains. vocational schools, and the mili- Street as a cost-saving measure. ditions improve, the two schools which Hannah describes as “a have developed action plans to “Everyone wanted the same thing tary. The WASC process verifies The two schools now share a could exist on separate sites and painfully honest time when you improve math and English Lan- so we all worked together.” guage Arts performance that are In the spring of 2013, Phoe- in alignment with larger District nix and Del Valle will both goals in the same areas. participate in another full self- Group Starts Monthly Protest Against War The Phoenix staff considers study visitation to seek the next the visit a success because the accreditation term. For more By Ron McNicoll The demonstrators held signs With Mayor Jennifer Hoster- letters or phoning representatives committee’s findings line up with information about WASC, visit Pleasantonians 4 Peace has that said “End the War,” and man active in Mayors for Peace, can be more effective, because the self-study report. “It was a www.acswasc.org. added a monthly peaceful anti- “Health Care, Not Warfare.” and councilmember Cheryl it lets the decision-makers know really great process, especially war demonstration to its long- They said they wanted to add Cook-Kallio a signer of an anti- how one feels, she said. standing vigil concerning U.S. this anti-war stance, and make it war ad from Historians Against “As a constitutional scholar, I hostilities in Iraq and Afghani- visible on the last Wednesday of War, they wondered why the two support everyone’s right to free stan. the month so that people coming have not shown up for the vigil speech. That’s what it is. I have The group has been assem- home from work would see that and whether they would take part no problem with the right of free bling in a vigil for several years local people care about ending in the peaceful demonstration. speech, but it’s not exclusive to in front of the Museum on Main the wars. Both said they had other ways to them (Pleasanotnians 4 Peace).” to honor the fallen in the two war One of the people at the core express their opposition. When Cook-Kallio was a fronts. In that observance, the of the group, Steve Dowding, “It’s a calendar issue, really,” fellow in the summer of 2002 in names of the recent dead are read. said that he doesn’t see the two- said Hosterman of the timing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s office, Those in attendance talk about front war as an effective war on the vigil. Hosterman added that she was witness to a process that ways to achieve peace. terror. Attacking Iraq and Af- she is “not crazy about vigils. the senator established for mak- Typically, the event held on ghanistan appears to have driven I’m crazy about demonstrations. ing a decision about whether to the second Wednesday each out any Al- Qaida members that I love carrying signs and yell- support President Bush’s attack month draws from 20 to 35 may have been there, and sent ing.” As a member of Mayors on Iraq. people, said Pleasanton City them to the new scenes of ter- for Peace, she has been able to “I was extremely impressed Councilmember Matt Sullivan, rorist activity: Yemen, Somalia “take part in loud arguments on with the process. People don’t one of the group’s founders. and Pakistan. the voting floor.” realize how much goes into a The group has branched out One or more of the group has The first resolution she helped decision. Feinstein was not go- to an anti-war demonstration at appeared at virtually every city sponsor, in 2007, was to urge all ing to vote in favor of the war. the intersection of first and Neal council meeting since the group nations to sign the nuclear non- She was adamant. She asked streets. There were nine people, was formed. Despite extending proliferation treaty. She said that the intelligence committee and split almost equally, between invitations to all of the council to nuclear weapons are a threat to appropriations about it,” said one corner and another across attend the vigil, none has shown all cities. Cook-Kallio. the street, at 5 p.m. on the first up, except for founder Sullivan, Cook-Kallio said that while “When she voted for it in Oc- evening of action, Feb. 24. they said. she is opposed to the war, she tober, all I could deduce is that feels there are better ways to ex- something came up in (secret) in- press opposition than holding up telligence briefings that changed signs to passing drivers. Writing her mind,” Cook-Kallio said.

with no road crossings. Also Transit Development widened medians for I-580, SR- Robert S. Allen 4 and I-80 allow BART at grade Former BART Director in these corridors to Livermore, Livermore Brentwood and Crockett. Let the TOD (transit oriented devel- legislature form such a district opment) refers to land use near and let the people vote on it. A rail transit stations. Too often bond issue such as funded BART land use planners use the term in 1962 (paid off a decade ago) to promote dense housing near would raise $16 billion to give new suburban BART stations. our region first class rail. People who live there, they say, are much more likely to use rail transit than people living further Airport Initiative away. They seek to deny public Clarence Hoenig funding for new stations without Livermore a heavy housing element. Pleasanton interlopers are New BART stations need now circulating the Anti-Liver- ample surface parking far more more Airport Initiative. The lo- than housing. More automobiles - cal group opposed to the airport each with at least one transit rider don’t seem to be able to get - will fit per acre than dwelling enough Livermore citizens to units. Most people have access carry their petition. Even more to an automobile at their homes. onerous are the untruths barked People can drive much further at passing market shoppers. than they can walk to a station. “Keep a San Jose size airport out An auto accessible station can of Livermore. Help prevent air attract far more transit riders than accidents. Stop those noisy jets. one with little or no convenient Protect your property values and parking. on and on.” As land values increase, park- The Airport is a valuable as- ing structures to replace surface set to the City and surrounding parking uproot no dwellings. region. Airport tax revenues Land is there for development support our city, schools and with little community impact. LARPD. Equally important, Transit planners would bet- our airport brings millions of ter work for BART around the business dollars which, in turn, Bay and reading out. Form a support hundreds of jobs. This single rail district of the five large initiative could also cause the BART and Caltrain counties (as loss of crucial Federal and State was done for BART in 1957). The Airport funding important to six million people deserve and our local tax base. Livermore can afford converting Caltrain to taxpayers beware. You should not BART and high speed rail on a sign or circulate this restrictive wide, fenced peninsula trainway initiative harmful to our local tax base.

PAGE 6 - The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010

Tri-Valley CYO Champs: The Catholic Community of Pleasanton (CCOP) 6th grade girls beat St. Raymond’s in a thriller championship Two LifeStyleRx Tiger Sharks were chosen to represent Zone 2 at the game that came right down to the wire, 29-28. Although late in the Pacific Swimming Meet in Morgan Hill. They are Miranda Heckman game CCOP was down by 11 points, they clawed back, making high (8) and Caroline Eckel (8) (pictured). Miranda swam her personal pressure shots from the foul line and from the floor. The girls are best and took fourth place in her 25 yard butterfly with a time of coached by a remarkably capable and dedicated team of coaches: 16.40 and sixth place in her freestyle with another personal best time Shawny Williams, Dave McMorrow, and Randy Isaacs. Pictured of 15.48. Miranda also took third place in 25 yard backstroke and are (back, left to right) Haley Wesenberg, Alyson Isaacs, Caroline joined her 100 yard medley relay team in taking second and her 100 McMorrow, Daniela Williams, Louisa DuBose, Olivia Larsen, Monica yard freestyle relay team swam into fourth place. Caroline placed Martinez; (front row) Haley Wesenberg, Alyson Isaacs, Caroline thirteenth in her 50 yard freestyle and swam for personal best times McMorrow, Daniela Williams, Louisa DuBose, Olivia Larsen, Monica in her 25 yard backstroke with a time of 19.22 giving her seventh Martinez place and her 25 yard breaststroke with a time of 22.71 placing tenth. Caroline joined her 100 yard freestyle relay team placing fifth and her medley relay team placing second. Miranda and Caroline are coached by David Tambuwun and Jeremy Wada. Rachel Knowles (12) and Nick Silverthorn (13) (pictured) of the Pleasanton Seahawks (PLS) Swim Team were selected to attend run. Bradley Archer added insurance with the Dublin Gaels at Dublin, 8 - 3. Livermore a strong hit and RBI. The Astros Michael was led by Eric Loberg, Tommy Parker, and the Western Zone Select Camp sponsored by USA Swimming. Honeycutt showed his power and speed in Matt Holzschuh who scored two goals each. Based on IMX point scores, and fastest times for the USA the sixth inning by ripping a single down the Ryan Wilkerson and Daniel Rowan netted first-base line and stealing 2nd. But the Cubs one goal each. Parker had three assists, Kyle Swimming four Zones, 28 male and 28 female swimmers are held on to take the game with a final score of Kline had two assists, and Scott Gragg had selected to attend. While determining emerging young athletes 2-0. Top 3 players for Cubs: Shane Clifton, one assist. Gavin Herr recorded eight saves Conner Livingston, Bradley Archer. Top 3 in the victory. The defense was led by Chris in the four Zones, the purpose of this Select Camp is to move players for Astros: Carson King, Daulton Hill, Rusty Schmidt, Joe Gonzalez, Aubrey these swimmers to the national stage and to provide them with Johnston, Michael Honeycutt. Gott, and Michael Fischer. Tigers 2, Indians 1: Mason Arnold Livermore defeated the Cougars from a unique and educational incentive. pitched 8 strike-outs; hit a single and a Campolindo by a score of 11 - 5. It was double. Nolan Smith hit two singles and 3 - 0 to start the game on goals by Scott end of the 2nd inning the score was tied 2- caught a high fly. Joseph Fields hit a single Gragg, Tommy Parker, and Daniel Rowan. 2, and at the beginning of the 6th the score and a double. Scott Ragatz scored a run and Campolindo fought back with two goals of Record Tied was still a close 5-3. But then the Mariners' caught an infield fly. Nick Bouillerce pitched their own to make it 3 - 2 after one quarter Aaron Thigpen, owner of Gamespeed 4 solid innings and went two for two with of play. Livermore widened the lead to a Sports Performance in Pleasanton, tied the pitching fell apart and the next 6 Angels batters walked home. The final score was a RBI double. Andrew Arruda pitched well score of 5 - 2 at the half on goals by Eric American record for the Master’s Division and played a solid second base. Tigers top Loberg and Matt Holzschuh. In the third Men 45-49 in the 60m dash at the WMA Angels 14, Mariners 4. Outstanding Angels: Chase Dunn pitched 2.3 innings (5K), one 2B, players: Mason Arnold, Nolan Smith, Joseph quarter, Livermore proceeded to score three World Indoor Championships held March Fields; Indians top players: Scott Ragatz, unanswered goals to take an 8 - 2 lead; after 1-6 in Kamloops, Canada. one RBI, two runs; Logan Cole pitched 2.7 innings (5K), one RBI, one run; Josh Pesso Andrew Arruda, Nick Bouillerce. three quarters of play, it was Livermore 10, Thigpen ran the 60m dash in 7.02 seconds A Division: Mets 17, Orioles 8: The Campolindo 4. The third quarter goals were in the semifinals, tying the American record caught a fly ball in right field at the bottom of the 2nd, one 1B, one RBI. Outstanding Mets came out swinging and scored many three by Loberg, and one goal each for Parker for men ages 45-49. He won a gold medal on runs early. The Orioles defense tightened and Ryan Wilkerson. Parker finished off the Tuesday in the 60m dash with a time of 7.10 Mariners: Bobby Payne pitched 2.1 innings (4K), two 1B, 1 run; Aaron Epstein made a up and their bats came alive making it close scoring by collecting his third goal of the seconds. He placed third in the 200m dash late in the game. The Mets offense countered game in the fourth quarter making the final final with a time of 23.88 seconds. great double-play at first base to catcher, two 1B, one RBI, one run; Zachariah Eme was strong in the final inning and put it away for a score Livermore 11, Campolindo 5. In the During his career, Thigpen has been a final score of 17-8. Top Mets players: Carson victory Kyle Kline had four assists, Gragg member of 11 U.S. national teams, won a two-for-two at bat (two 1B), 1 RBI. AA Division: Cubs 2, Astros 0: The Mohler, Blaze Hill, Adam Chapman. Orioles had two assists and Wilkerson had one as- 2007 World silver medal at 100 meters and is top players: Jarod Michaelis, Cameron sist. Goalie Gavin Herr had 11 saves. The the current American Master’s record holder Cubs and the Astros met up for their season opener. Both teams played strong but re- Winter, Tucker Vonderach. defense of Chris Hill, Rusty Schmidt, Joe for the 60 meter and 100 meter distances in Gonzalez, Aubrey Gott and Michael Fischer the Men’s Division 40-44. mained scoreless through four innings. For the Astros, Carson King displayed awesome were excellent in the victory. In addition to being a competitive ath- In JV play, Livermore defeated Dublin, lete, Thigpen has been a professional speed pitching with eleven strike outs for the day. Livermore Boys' Lacrosse Daulton Johnston helped the Astros start It really was a great week for the Liver- 17 - 2. Goals scored for Livermore were specialist for nearly two decades. He started more High School boys' lacrosse program. six by Junior McCammon, four by Steven coaching other athletes part-time between his strong in the first inning with a single and great base running by stealing 2nd and 3rd. Both the varsity and JV teams won 2 games Niessen, and two goal each by Gary Chapeta professional track and field seasons before each. Livermore is currently ranked second and Max Kreger; single goals were netted finally opening Gamespeed in 1995, where he The Cubs came alive in the bottom of the 5th inning. Conner Livingston hit a rocket in the California North Coast ratings. by Kyler Peterson, Patrick Feltz, and Nick specializes in speed, power and agility train- In varsity action, Livermore defeated Vickers. Niessen, Tim Braun, James Ellis, ing programs for athletes in all sports. line drive into centerfield. Shane Clifton During his career, Thigpen has trained followed with a towering double, scoring a 17 NFL athletes, 34 Major League Baseball players, more than 100 scholarship athletes in soccer, baseball, track, rugby, lacrosse, tennis, swimming and basketball.

Granada Little League Granada Little League opened its season last week. Following are highlights: Minor AA- Red Sox 10, Phillies 7. Red Sox Pitchers- Jordan Collum, Logan Greenough, Joshua Collum, Diego Wilde- Highlights: Jordan & Joshua Collum each with a pitch, catch and throw to 1st base resulting in a put-out at 1st. Red Sox Top hitters-Jordan Collum, Diego Wilde and Colton Morlan. Game Highlights: Score was tied 7/7- 4th inning- Red Sox at bat with bases loaded- Next batter hits a pop fly (caught by Phillies) sending runner on 3rd to home plate. Next batter hits a single and sends 2 more players home. With 2 outs, and 2 minutes remaining, the last Red Sox batter struck out which completed the 4th inning just in the nick of time. Giants 9, Dodgers 8. An excellent start of the GLL 2010 Season with a close match up between the Giants and the Dodgers which went to the bottom of the fourth with the Giants trailing 5-8 when the Giants climbed back to win the game 9-8. Excellent pitching by both the Dodgers and Giants and superb fielding for both teams. Minor A - A's (Offense) Ryan Layton, Mateo Wilde, Jeffrey Winter (Defense) Michael Buti, Tyler Hattori, Nicholas Melendez-Yankee's (Offense) Aden Cle- ments, Connor Cramption, Jacob Kilbane, (Defense) A.J. Morais, Brendan Paterson, Devon Pearce Mariners (Offense) Jack Hansen, Aiden Lewis, Colton Trudeau (Defense) Thomas Stevenson, Gavin Carreira, Peyton Stultz : Pirates- (Offense) Jaxen McClaren, Danny Geissbuhler, Vincent Eastman. Giants (offense) Tyler Stewart, Ryan Grace, Henry Kath (defense) Ethan James, Christopher Schonholtz, Wyatt Moseley: Dodgers (offense) Duncan Maloney, Nathan Kamm, Franco Moufarrej (defense) Michael Gauch, Max Weasner, Ryan Van Bladel. Phillies (Offense) Aidan Ackerman, Alec Faith, Nick Hill (Defense) Ty Bothwell- Mitlitsky, Matthew Kronmall, Nick Puso: Diamondbacks (Offense) Jacob Gutke, Connor Hardesty, R.J. Little (Defense) Carson Devine, Andy Hankins, Christian Neumann. Farm - A's (offense) - John Orsini, Ryan MacIntire, Neil Shah (defense) - Clare March, Colin McConnell, Danny Knight. Phillies- (offense) Cooper Meyer, Jasmine Lisondora, Hunter Houghton- (Defense) Izaiah Garrido-Ramariez, Austin Melendez, Austin Macedo - Diamond Backs- ( offense) Ben Wiesner,

Livermore American LL Livermore American Little League opening week included the following highlights: Junior Gold 80's: Granada 4, Livermore American 1: In the season opener for Granada gold 80's pitcher Devon Strugill displayed pin point accuracy and holding Livermore American team to only l run. Kyle McCubbin and Bryan Brinkley provided the defense and offense needed for their first win (4-1) of the season. Livermore American 9, Granada 6: In the second game John Christman pitched 5 innings allowing one run. Livermore American team bats awoke and put 9 runs on the scoreboard. Granada's comeback was stopped by a Garret Torres defensive play and the runs supplied by the bats of Daniel Cavalieri and Josh Revay. AAA Division: Diamondbacks 10, A's 4: Lots of excitement on Opening Day with Dante De Mayo having 3 put-outs at 2nd & Short. Cole Escover had a great put-out at 3rd. Among those that scored runs were Logan Miller, Trenton Wiedner, and Matt Tivey. Final score 10-4 Diamondbacks. Top Players for the Diamondbacks: Hunter Burke - 3 hits including a triple and 1 RBI. Tyler McMahon - 5 strike outs, 1 hit & 1 RBI. Jordan Esling - 2 for 3 with 2 RBIs. Top Players for the A's: Kaine Montez - 5 strike outs. Nicholas Monica - 2 Hits. Stephen Mohler - 1 RBI. Angels 14, Mariners 4: In the first AAA game of the season, the Mariners and Angels both came out looking very strong. At the The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 - PAGE 7 Seniors Helping Seniors A Success Daniel Lanci, Vickers, Robert Nguyen, and 1st Nicholas Chua, 10 yrs., Dublin; 2nd Kai includes detailed trail descriptions, including The third annual Seniors Help- Steven Martinez each had one assist. Goalie Ikegami, 10 yrs., Dublin; 3rd, Grant Atchin- driving directions, to ten parks and 30 of the Steven Martinez recorded nine saves in the son, 10 yrs., Livermore; Vincent Dixon, 9 most popular trails in the Regional Parks. ing Seniors event, with a theme victory. Defensemen Spencer Davidson, Max yrs., Livermore; Each park includes three hikes ranging from of “Love Through the Years,” Byrne, Jacob Farmos and Nikalus Palomba 10-12 years white belt division: 1st easy to challenging. There are trails open to all played well. Gabrielle Gamboa, 11 yrs., Dublin; 2nd proved to be a success again for hikers, bicyclists and equestrians, and many As with the varsity game, the Cowboys Garrison Groves, 10 yrs., Pleasanton; are wheelchair accessible. both the Livermore High School had a tough time against the Cougars from 3rd, Chandler Orluck, 10 yrs., Livermore; To register, visit www.ebparks.org, click senior class of 2010 and Seniors Campolindo, before coming away with a 6 10-11 years white-yellow belt: 1st Joshua on “Trails Challenge” in the “Features” sec- to 3 win. Livermore was down 2 - 1 after Rodrigues-Lahann, 11 yrs., Dublin; 2nd tion on the right side of the home page, and Services of the Livermore Area one quarter; Steven Niessen had the lone Logan Atchinson, 11 yrs., Livermore; 3rd proceed as directed. Registrants must have Recreation and Park District. goal. Niessen scored again in the second Rafael Gamboa, 10 yrs., Dublin. an e-mail address as further instructions will quarter to tie the game at 2 - 2 at the half. be e-mailed. The dinner and dancing event, Livermore fell behind 3 - 2; then James Ellis held at the Robert Livermore tied the score at 3 all. Finally the Cowboys Junior Golf Pasta Feed Community Center in February, took control and scored the next three goals, Junior Golf Pasta Feed, hosted by The Baseball Players two by Niessen and the final goal was by First Tee Tri-Valley on March 21, Sunday 2 Colt .45s 19U baseball players wanted. served as a fun evening as well Junior McCammon. Steven Martinez had 12 - 4 pm at Castlewood Country Club. (2 - 4 Focus is on high school and freshmen college as a fundraiser for both groups. saves in the victory. The defense by Spencer pm, Sunday afternoon). Theme - Believing, players. No conflicts with the high school Proceeds will benefit the class Davidson, Jacob Framos, and Max Byrnes learning, and making good choices in life and season. For more information, contact Coach were spectacular in the win, through the game of golf. Speakers will share Max Valencia at (925) 639-9034 or email of 2010’s senior ball, grad night, tips about nutrition, banking, developing [email protected]. senior trip and senior class gift core values, and golf. Youth will then enjoy Granada Lacrosse pasta, bingo, prizes and relationship building. to Livermore High. Additional The Granada varsity boys lacrosse team Entry form on www.thefirsteetrivalley.org, Charity Golf Tournament proceeds will benefit LARPD played a hard fought battle against Jesuit High click on Pasta Feed. All youth ages 7 - 17, The Tri-Valley YMCA will host its 3rd School of Sacramento. In the end Granada golfers and non-golfers, welcome. Deadline Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Fri., Senior Services activities. was defeated, 5 to 9. Hard hits were given to sign up - March 15th. Cost $15 (Financial April 30 at the Callippe Preserve Golf Course High school students per- and received by both teams. Turnovers and need - contact Terri Maxoutopoulis at 925- in Pleasanton. penalties plagued Granada. Granada scored 366-7956). The event will include silent and live formed live music for the en- 4 goals in the 1st quarter, 1 goal in both the auctions, a women's beauty event, and a tertainment and danced and 2nd and 3rd quarters, but were shut out in the dinner. Free certified childcare will be pro- socialized with the seniors in 4th quarter. Jesuit scored 4 in the 1st, 1 in the Junior Football vided from 3:30 p.m. until the conclusion 2nd, 3 in the 3rd and 1 in the 4th. The Livermore Junior Football League of the festivities. attendance. Two attendees were Top Scorers for Granada were Jared Mc- registration for 2010 is underway. For all who register by April 1st, the crowned king and queen of the Callister 3, Brad Juzkow 1, and Eric Martin Due to its success over its three-year cost is $165. After April 1st, the price is 1. Assists for Granada were credited to Jared existence and the support of LARPD and $185 which includes golf, lunch, dinner event, Patrick O’Conner and McCallister 1 and Collin Rigby 1. the high school football programs, LJFL is and refreshments. The golf begins at 1 p.m. Joyce Di Bari O’Conner. Goalie Jim Goritz had an impressive expanding to all children aged 8 through 14 with a shotgun start but golfers may begin “I thought it was incredible,” 9 saves. Defense for Granada was led by, (as of December 31, 2010.) Football partici- checking in at 10 a.m. Kevin Thrailkill, Matt Lonsinger, Alex Barto, pants will learn the fundamentals of contact The funds raised for this event benefit said Dana Messa, Senior Rec- and Ben Fouts. football in a safe and positive environment the programs of the Tri-Valley YMCA whose reation Leader. “The kids were Granada's record is 0-2 for the season. and play regardless of talent level or ability. policy is to never turn away a child or family Cheer participants will learn the fundamen- for lack of funds. There are many sponsorship amazing the way they mingled tals, cheer at games and compete locally. All opportunities such as hole sponsorship and a with the older generation se- West Coast Gymnastic games will be played in Livermore at the "Corporate Outing Foursome" special. Live niors.” West Coast Olympic Gymnastic Acad- high schools. All practices will take place and silent auction items are being welcomed emy girls optional team competed at two in Livermore. The season begins on August to help raise funds in support of the Y mis- The success of this year’s meets this weekend. 1 and concludes in early November. sion of building strong kids, strong families, event has organizers already The optional team level 8's competed at Online registration is open at www. strong communities. LivermoreJuniorFootball.com. In person planning for another fun Seniors the 2010 Byer's Invitational in Rocklin. The team placed 2nd. sign-ups will occur on Saturday, March Helping Seniors event in 2011. Results: Katelyn Kleinhienz (older): 20, 10 am to 6 pm at the Robert Livermore Diablo Trails Challenge For more information on vault 8.5, bars 9.3( 3rd), beam 9.1 (3rd), floor Community Center gymnasium lobby, 4444 The Diablo Trails Challenge will be held 8.85, AA 35.75 (5th). Alicia Woo (younger): East Ave, Livermore. Sat., March 20. The event was created to help LARPD Senior Services, visit vault 9.0 (7th), bars 9.55 (3rd), beam 9.35 The registration cost is $265 for celebrate and support efforts to Save Mount www.larpd.dst.ca.us or call 925- Pictured are Joyce Di Bari O’Conner and Patrick O’Conner, who (4th), floor 9.275 (6th), AA 37.175 (4th). football and $95 (noncompetitive) or $120 Diablo. Distances include (competitive) for cheer. Registration costs 50K, half mara- 373-5760. were crowned king and queen during the event. Hannabeth Magnussen (younger): vault thon, 10K, 5K Runs. A portion of all entry 8.5, bars 9.35 (8th), beam 9.375 (3rd), floor increases after April 24. Each player pays fees will go to Save Mount Diablo. 9.25 (8th), AA 36.475 (8th). Elizabeth Higa a $25 refundable volunteer fee. Sibling All runners will receive custom finisher (middle): vault 8.575 (4th), bars 9.0 (4th), discounts apply. With the help of local medals and custom shirts (cotton and tech beam 8.55, floor 8.95 (5th), AA 35.075 (4th). businesses and residents, LJFL has a limited shirts available). There will also be a post- Isabella Orecchia (younger): vault 9.225 number of scholarships for needy families. race BBQ available for all runners. (5th), bars 9.2, beam 9.050, floor 9.025, Applications are available at www.Liver- Age group awards will be awarded to the AA 36.5 (7th). moreJuniorFootball.com. top 3 finishers in 5 year categories (smaller Registration will close when the league Coin Show and Sale Set for Sunday The optional team level 9 & 10 competed categories for the younger ages). at the Novato classic. The team captured reaches 12 teams. Players that are not able The 5K, 10K and Half Marathon will The Livermore Valley Coin to register with LJFL will be given instruc- 6/$5.00, available at the show. and will be available to discuss 2nd place. all begin and end at Castle Rock Park in Club will hold its 47th annual Amber Woo (level 10): vault 9.250 (1st), tions to Pleasanton Junior Football League Walnut Creek. An hourly drawing will also the club’s activities. bars 8.950 (1st), beam 8.250 (3rd), floor 9.4 registration. LJFL intends to expand in the The 50K is a point to point run and will coin show and sale on Sunday future to accept all Livermore children who be held for a U.S. silver dollar. Lunch service will be avail- (1st), AA 35.85 (1st). Sean Tafuri (level 9 Sr begin at Round Valley Regional Preserve, March 14, from 10 am to 5 pm. Members of the Livermore Val- A): vault 9.075 (4th), bars 8.575 (4th tie), wish to play contact football or to cheer. following the Diablo Trail through Morgan able. For further information beam 8.825 (6th), floor 9.375 (3rd), AA 35.85 For additional information, interested Territory Regional Preserve, Mount Diablo The show will be held at the ley Coin Club will set up numis- please call Stephen Kramer at (4th). Rain Sullivan (level 9 Sr B): vault 9.1 parents should visit: www.LivermoreJunior- State Park and finishing in Castle Rock Park. Elks Lodge, 940 Larkspur Drive Football.com. President and Vice-President matic displays, information table (925) 980-9307. (4th), bars 6.475, beam 8.725 (4th), floor 9.5 There will be a bus leaving from Castle Rock Springtown in Livermore. (1st), AA 33.8 (3rd). Jennifer Silver (level of LJFL are Jim Burke and Jon Parker. Park to the race start at 6:30am (seats must 9 Sr B): vault 9.150 (2nd), bars 9.025 (1st), be reserved in advance). More than 30 dealers from beam 9.325 2nd), floor 9.150 (2nd), AA 36.65 Start times will be: 8:00am for the 50K all over Northern California will (1st). Jordan Garza (level 9 Sr B): vault 9.350 Diablo Century (bus departs from start area at 6:30), 9:00am (1st), bars 9.0 (2nd), beam 9.4 (1st), floor Cycling enthusiasts are invited to register for the Half Marathon, 9:10am for the 10K offer gold, silver, and base metal New WellWorks Facility to 8.650 (5th), AA 36.4 (2nd). for the 2nd annual Diablo Century to be held and 9:20am for the 5K. coins from the United States on Sunday morning, April 25 at the Contra Participation will be limited to a total of and foreign countries. Ancient Costa JCC in Walnut Creek. 600 entrants for all races combined. Open at Medical Center Livermore Aquacowboys Three routes, all beginning at the CCJCC There are three prices: early bird (before coins will be offered as well. Four Livermore Aquacowboys attended on Tice Valley Blvd. in Walnut Creek, will 2/7), regular (until 3/7) and late/race day entry Prices range from a few cents to San Ramon Regional Medical Center will celebrate the grand the Walnut Creek Aquabears meet held at accommodate various cycling levels: the 25- (until 3/20). 5K Entry Fee: $33 until 2/7, $38 opening and ribbon cutting of the new facility for WellWorks—oc- DVC on 3/6/10-3/7/10. mile route will take casual cyclists through hundreds of dollars. Dealers will until 3/7, $43 until 3/20; 10K Entry Fee: $39 cupational medicine program, and the MRI on Wednesday, March Sofia Moufarrej took three 1st Place the scenic hills of Danville and Alamo to until 2/7, $44 until 3/7, $49 until 3/20; Half make appraisals and purchase awards: 100 Breast, 50 Back and 50 Free. the foot of Mt. Diablo and back. The more Marathon Entry Fee: $56 until 2/7, $61 until coins from the public. 17, 2010. The new building is located outside the south entrance Victoria Moufarrej took 3rd Place in the 100 challenging 100-K route (62 miles) will have 3/7, $66 until 3/20; 50K Entry Fee: $75 until to the Medical Center, located at 6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Breast and 7th in the 50 Free. Catherine Elliott cyclists enjoying the breathtaking backside 2/7, $85 until 3/7, $95 until 3/20. Admission is free. Wooden swam to 5th overall in the 100 Back and 8th and spectacular views of Mt. Diablo via If the race has not sold out before then, “nickels” commemorating the Ramon. overall in the 50 Back and Shahini Ananth Clayton and the Morgan Territory. Cyclists race day registration will be available. Please WellWorks provides 24-hour care for injured workers from busi- took 8th overall in the 100 Breast. will descend into Livermore and return via event will be given away while note that for the 50K, race day registration nesses throughout the area. The new GE 1.5 Tesla MRI (Magnetic The Livermore Aquacowboys offers Danville and scenic Blackhawk. The final will only be available at the 50K race start supplies last. This year’s raffle training and competitive groups, ages 5yrs 100-M route (100 miles) will have serious (at Round Valley Regional Preserve). Race will feature a U.S. $10 gold Resonance Imaging) scanner is a 16-channel high definition XT to 18yrs old and all ability levels. Open cyclists taking the 100-K route and then add- day registration for the other distances will Excite with new breast imaging technology. enrollment is underway. Please call us at ing to the challenge with a vigorous jaunt to be available at Castle Rock Park. coin for the grand prize and 14 925-443-7700 to schedule a free one-week Castro Valley, followed by an energetic climb On-line registration is at http://brazen- additional runner-up gold and San Ramon Regional Medical Center opened in 1990 and is a tryout. up Redwood Road to Moraga. racing.com/diablo.html 123-bed acute care hospital. It provides inpatient, outpatient and All three routes conclude with a return silver coins. ride to the Contra Costa JCC, where a lun- Tickets are $1.00 each or 24-hour emergency services. Edge Gymnastics cheon and commemorative t-shirt will await Inline Hockey Edge Gymnastics team members com- registered riders. Valley Inline Hockey in Livermore is peted at the Byers invitational hosted by The Diablo Century will take place come preparing for Spring with youth and adult Byers Gymnastics Center Sacramento in rain or shine. Start time for the 100-K and signups. They are scheduled for Saturday, Rocklin over the weekend. 100-M routes is from 6:30 to 8:00 am. The March 13 at the rink from 10am-1pm. The Results: 25-M route begins at 8:00 am. Individual rink is located behind Junction Ave Middle Level 7: Younger age group: Julia registration fee for all routes is $50 per School with parking off Ladd Ave. Leagues Pfluger, 10th floor; Middle age group: Stephe- person ($60 the day of the event). Tandem include Mites (ages 6 and under) free learn nie Relova, 12th vault, 2nd floor, 3rd beam, for all routes is $100 per tandem ($110 the to play and skate class. Squirts (ages 7-10), 5th floor, 2nd all around; Samantha Jower, day of the event) and additional luncheon PeeWees (10-13), Bantams (13-16), adults 3rd vault, 1st bars, 2nd floor, 3rd all around; tickets for non-registered riders are available (16 and up). Equipment can be borrowed, Older age group: Adriana Gascon, 12th vault, for $10 each. as long as a participant has skates. For 2nd bars, 9th beam, 1st floor, 3rd all around; To register for the Diablo Century or to more details on costs and league call us at Nadine Vomund, 10th vault, 10th bars, 3rd learn more, please visit www.ccjcc.org/dia- 925-443-1500 or check the web at www. beam, 3rd floor, 6th all around; Kelsey Fer- blo. To learn about volunteering opportuni- valleyrollerhockey.net ranti, 3rd vault, 4th floor 9.325 ties, please contact Phil Hankin at philh@ Level 8: Middle age group: Heather ccjcc.org or (925) 938-7800, ext. 273. Hovander 1st vault, 9th bars, 2nd beam, Chabot in State Finals 1st floor, 1st all around; Hayley Timmons, For the first time in Chabot College 2nd vault, 1st bars, 2nd all around; Hannah Trails Challenge history, the women’s basketball team has Skinner, 2nd beam 9.275, 3rd floor The East Bay Regional Park District’s advanced to the State Finals Tournament. Level 9: Younger age group; Hannah seventeenth annual Trails Challenge is now A 77-71 win over Sierra College on Satur- Hitchcock, 2nd bars; Middle age group; accepting registrations for 2010. This self- day night put the Lady Gladiators into the Vinnesa Narvaez, 5th vault, 2nd bars, 1st guided hiking program grew to nearly 8,000 State "Elite Eight.” The team travels to Cal beam , 5th floor, 2nd all around participants in 2009, and even more are Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, to Level 10: Younger age group: Serena expected to sign up this year. In celebration compete in the tournament this week. Leong, 1st vault, 2nd bars, 1st beam, 1st floor, of the Park District’s 75th Anniversary the “This was not supposed to happen,” 1st all around: Jordan Ratcliff, 5th vault , 8th “Challenge” will be free this year thanks to says Don Queyrel, Chabot College Athletic bars, 3rd beam, 3rd floor, 4th all around a partnership with Kaiser Permanente heath Director and Women’s Basketball Coach. maintenance organization. “We were not even rated among the top Judo Tournament The Trails Challenge is a hiking program 15 teams. The team got here through sheer Judo players from the Amador Judo team that gives participants an incentive to visit determination." in Livermore competed recently in a local regional parks new to them, while promot- As one of the four qualifiers from tournament. The results are as follows: ing good health and conditioning through Northern California, Chabot will face its 6-8 yrs. white-yellow belt: 1st Dan Ike- enjoyable outdoor exercise. first opponent, the Fullerton College Hornets gami, 8 yrs., Dublin; 2nd, James Stonecipher, Participants who register for the Trails - the number-one rated team in the state - on 7 yrs., Dublin; 3rd, Abby Macial-Lahann, 6 Challenge will receive a free t-shirt and online Thursday, March 11 at 5 p.m. Winners will yrs., Dublin; 9-10 years white-yellow belt: access to the 2010 trail booklet. The booklet move to the state semi-finals on Saturday. PAGE 8 - The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 ValleyCare Distinctive Center for Surgery Blue Shield of California has American Association of Hip facility including intensive and Ag Week at the Farmers' Market designated ValleyCare Health and Knee Surgeons, the North emergency care; Experience and System as a Blue Distinction American Spine Society and the training of program surgeons; American agriculture is re- Market there will be an Ag Week locally-grown products, espe- Center for Knee and Hip Replace- American Association of Neuro- Quality management programs; sponsible for providing the ne- contest! Thoughts are sought on cially at neighborhood farmers’ ment and Spine Surgery. logical surgeons. Multi-disciplinary clinical path- cessities of everyday life…food, how a farmers’ market provides markets where consumers can According to Blue Shield “Blue Distinction Centers set ways and teams; and, Shared fiber, clothing, and even fuel. fresh food for your family, what purchase those products directly of California, Blue Distinction themselves apart by adhering to decision making and preopera- That’s the message of National does buying fresh and local from the farmers themselves. Centers demonstrate their com- best practices in patient safety tive patient education. Ag Day, which is celebrated mean, and any other thoughts and To learn more about National mitment to quality care resulting and surgical care and producing “We are pleased to be awarded this year on March 20. Farm- opinions of the farmers’ market. Ag Day and National Ag Week, in better overall outcomes for consistently strong outcomes the Blue Distinction for Spine ers, ranchers, agricultural asso- Win a big basket full of fresh please visit www.agday.org. patients. ValleyCare’s Spine Sur- with fewer complications,” said Surgery and Hip and Knee Re- ciations, corporations, farmers’ seasonal produce. The winner For more information on the gery and Knee and Hip Replace- Michael-Anne Browne, MD, placement by Blue Shield of market operators, government will have his or her entry posted Livermore Farmers’ Market, ment program meets evidenced medical director for quality at California,” said Marcy Feit, agencies, and countless others on the website and at the market. please contact the Pacific Coast based clinical criteria, developed Blue Shield of California. ValleyCare Health System CEO. across America will gather to cel- Entry forms are available at the Farmers’ Market Association at in collaboration with a panel of To be designated a Blue Dis- “It further demonstrates our ebrate the abundance provided Information Booth. (800) 949-FARM, (925) 825- expert physicians and medical or- tinction Center, the following commitment to the highest qual- by agriculture on this first day PCFMA is encouraging con- 9090, or go to www.pcfma. ganizations. These organizations types of criteria were evaluated: ity standards in providing these of spring. sumers around the Bay Area to com. include the American Academy Established acute care inpatient services to our community.” This year’s theme is “Ameri- of Orthopedic Surgeons, the show their thanks to California can Agriculture: Abundant. Af- farmers and ranchers by buying fordable. AMAZING.” Linda Tank, Ag Day committee chair- Employer Information Sessions Scheduled man says “The focus for 2010 Tri-Valley businesses are in- more back to work, and to help mentary continental breakfast and beyond is to capture the at- vited to an “Employer Informa- Tri-Valley employers grow their will be provided. tention of consumers who think tion Session” to learn more about businesses. RSVP via email to tbrink@ they have no relationship to the American Family Recovery The American Family Recov- trivalley.org by noon on the agriculture. Our new campaign Project, an American Recovery ery Project benefits employers by Monday preceding your desired reinforces that American agricul- and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) providing referrals of job can- date of attendance. ture is a part of all of us.” project led by the Tri-Valley didates qualified for the Project Upcoming dates are Wed., To mark National Agriculture The 2010 Livermore Rodeo is three short months away. Mark Community Foundation and Al- and by subsidizing 80% of their March 18, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. June 12 and 13 on your calendar. ameda County Supervisor Scott Livermore Library, 1188 South Week, the Pacific Coast Farmers’ wages and payroll taxes until Market Association (PCFMA) is According to the Livermore Stockmen’s Association, this year Haggerty. September 30, 2010. There is no Livermore Ave.; and Wed., is going to be a big year. LARPD and the Rodeo Association have The objective of the Project limit on the number of positions March 24, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. hosting events in the Bay Area Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Farmers’ Markets that it will teamed up to install new fencing, irrigation and turf in front of the is to use federal stimulus fund- a company can fill through this arena. The Riata Cowboy Girl’s trick riding team is coming back. ing to get family wage earners program. Plaza. operate that week, with music, in the Alameda County cities of The Tri-Valley Business Call the the Foundation at children’s events, and special Sponsors are all on board. Family Night has a couple of surprises Pleasanton, Dublin, and Liver- Council is hosting free weekly 925-734-5672 for information. giveaways. planned. information sessions. Compli- At the Livermore Farmers’ Sponsors onboard are Groth Brothers Chevrolet, Markstein Sales, Hertz, Pendleton Whiskey, Wrangler, Ising’s Culligan Water, Nestle, Wells Fargo, Peterson Caterpillar, Arrow Rentals, Calco Fence, Toyota Material Handling, MidCal John Deere, Bobcat West, Oak- land Coliseum, Extended Stay Hotels, Cochran Landscape Supply, Livermore Feed and Farm and many more. Ticket sales and sponsors Gotta Pretty Garden? the Diablo Chapter's annual MATH- ervations are suggested; however, COUNTS competition. Students tickets may be purchased at the door. keep this rodeo going. If you love your local rodeo, please support Valley Humane Society VHS is Nature Programs these businesses. looking for gardens. March Mud March will be led by competed in three rounds of tough For reservations and information call Its Hidden Gardens of the Valley Livermore Area Recreation and Park math questions. The Harvest Park the museum on (925) 462-2766. The The capital improvement work at the front of the arena is a joint Tour is celebrating its 5th year as one District ranger staff on Sat., March 13. team scored a first place finish. They museum is located at 603 Main Street, effort between LARPD and LSRA. There has been some great sup- of the most successful fundraisers for Meet at 10 a.m. at the Wetmore Road will move on to the state competition, Pleasanton. Hours are Wednesday port from CALCO Fencing, which supplied the fence materials at homeless pets. entrance to Sycamore Grove Park. along with the Thomas Hart Middle through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. cost and to Pacheco Brothers Gardening for donating the trenching VHS is searching for private The rains have been falling, and School team who finished second. and Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Visit www. In the individual portion of the museumonmain.org. for the irrigation system. FYI – the rodeo arena is basically a creek gardens in Pleasanton to include on Sycamore Grove Park is very wet. bed with some dirt on top. The District employees and Pacheco our tour this year. Come out this Saturday for an ad- competition, Harvest Park took six The tour will be held Sunday, venture in the muddy back trails of of the top eight places. Eugene Chen History Lecture Series Brothers employees performed some tough work to get the water to May 16, 2010 from 10AM until Sycamore Grove. Bring your most repeated as champion with a score of The Livermore Heritage Guild the front of the arena. 4PM. Gardens must be within the mud-capable shoes and clothes for 45, followed by Jerry Li (who was will present Richard Finn as the March 27th is a very special day this year. On Saturday, March 27, Pleasanton city limits. some dirt-encrusted fun. A hose will the only student in the competition to guest speaker at the Wed., March 17 the Queen Contest, National Anthem Contest and our Foundation’s Interested persons with gardens, be available after the hike to remove score a perfect 30 in the Sprint Round) and Brian Shimanuki who took History Lecture. Spaghetti Feed will be held. The Queen contest starts around 9 a.m. please contact Garden Tour Chairper- large chunks of mud, but be prepared Finn is past president and vice and goes to around 3 p.m. The National Anthem Contest is around 10 to get messy. Hike goes rain or shine second and third with scores of 44. son Charli Hyden at 925.918.0799. president of the Livermore-Amador a.m. The Livermore Rodeo Foundation Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. (Participants will receive private – even better if raining. Nathan Zhang and Akshay Raviku- Genealogical Society. He is also a access to all of the gardens just for Funky Fish is the Sun., March 14 man of Hart finished fourth and fifth, member of the Amador-Livermore Queen and National Anthem contestants need to go to the Liver- participating, plus great discounts at topic. Meet at the Ravenswood His- respectively. They were followed by Historical Society, San Ramon Ge- more Rodeo website, fill out the applications and submit them to local garden centers.) toric Site, 2647 Arroyo Rd., at 7:30 three more Harvest Park students as nealogical Society, and the Livermore the appropriate Director. Queen Contestants; call Cindy Goltz at p.m. The oceans are home to many Ian Zhou finished sixth, Rick Huang was seventh and Christine Xu finished Heritage Guild. Finn is a volunteer (925)373-7357 ASAP. Time is getting short so do it now to ensure creatures both great and small. Join for several groups, working as a a spot in the competitions. Summer Showcase us today for a slide show to look at 8th. Each of these students qualified genealogy docent at the Pleasanton The Livermore Rodeo Foundation Annual Dinner Fundraiser The Pleasanton Parks and Com- some of the stranger, or just outright for the state championship at Stanford Library, at the Museum on Main in munity Services Department hosts goofy-looking, fish that swim in the on March 20. Pleasanton, the Livermore Family (quite a mouthful) will be held at 5:30 p.m. It will feature an all-you- a special Summer Showcase on oceans and seas around the world. The tournament ended with the History Center, and the Livermore can-eat family-style spaghetti dinner with bread and salad. Saturday, March 20, to unveil the There is a $4 per vehicle parking Countdown Round, a head to head Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for kids age 10 and under. There competition among the the top 12 Heritage Guild. dozens of summer camps, classes fee. A $2 donation is requested to help His talk will focus on the Gar- will be a silent auction with several goodies and a live auction for and activities that are available to finishers in the chapter competition. support the programs. Participants demeyers, a Livermore family. some really exceptional items. The winner of the Queen Contest will the public this summer. may call 925-960-2400 for more Ian Zhou was crowned champion this Some of the family members were be announced. There will be a DJ and dancing after dinner. It will be held from 10:00 a.m. to information. year and Jerry Li finished third. Many landowners, others were successful 2:00 p.m. at the Harvest Park Middle thanks are due to be extended to all businessmen, and a few had runs-in Call Phyllis at (209)835-4084 or (209)346-6359 to purchase your School gym located at 4900 Valley the volunteers who work to run the with the law. One family member tickets. Last year we sold out at 300 people. This year we are add- Avenue in Pleasanton. The free event Water-Wise Workshops competition. A special thank you also ing a tent and upping the number of tickets to 400. As of March 1st Several water-wise workshops goes out to the many Amador math was murdered. Finn will talk about will feature demonstrations, hands-on the family and the part it played in we have sold just under 300 tickets. Call and buy your tickets now activities, and an opportunity to speak are planned. team members that came to help with These free workshops offer ways Livermore's history. before the event is sold out. It was a great time last year and will to the instructors of the programs. the competition again this year. The lecture will be held at the Pleasanton residents who attend to cut water waste and still maintain only get better. a beautiful yard. The workshops Civic Center Library, 1188 So. Liver- the Summer Showcase will have the Fairgrounds History more Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. The All the money raised goes to local agricultural education via grants additional benefit to register onsite for will feature local plant and irriga- and scholarships, local veterans, local charities that help the homeless tion experts and are sponsored by The Museum On Main Street Ed talk starts at 7:30 p.m. Come early camps and classes prior to the official Kinney Lecture Series presents a for conversation and refreshments. and families in need and to Livermore’s own Breast Cancer Library start of Summer internet registration Zone 7 Water Agency, Livermore Municipal Water, California Water lecture with the theme "History of The talk is open to all. A $2 donation at ValleyCare Medical Center. on March 22. the Alameda County Fairgrounds." is suggested. For more information about the Service Company, City of Pleasanton The Livermore Rodeo Foundation is committed to serving the and the Dublin San Ramon Services Alameda County Agricultural Fair For more information, call 443- community. Please support the Foundation any way you can. Summer Showcase event, please call Association CEO Rick Pickering, and 9740. (925) 931-5340. District. 2010 is going to be a big year. Everyone is invited to take part in Workshops are Sat., March 27 former CEO Peter Bailey are the guest speakers for this 7 p.m., Thursday, a few hours of traditional, family-friendly, cowboy-style fun. Mark from 2:00 – 3:30 pm at the Livermore Summer Camp Fair June 12th and 13th on your calendar. Check out the website at www. Iron Horse Nutrition Civic Center Library or Sat., April 3 March 18 presentation at Lynnewood The City of San Ramon is hosting Centro Properties Group (ASX: from 11:00 – 12:30 pm at the Pleas- United Methodist Church, 4444 a Summer Camp Fair on Thursday, livermorerodeo.org for a complete run down of the week’s events. CNP) announced a 2,874 square anton Library and Sat., April 24 2:00 Black Avenue, Pleasanton. March 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at foot lease has been executed with – 3:30 pm at the Dublin Library. The Alameda County Fairgrounds the San Ramon Community Center, Iron Horse Nutrition, a retailer of Call 925- 454-5015 to find out in Pleasanton encompasses 268 acres, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. nutritional supplements and related more. and has the oldest one-mile race track The Summer Camp Fair will accessories. The lease is for Rose in America. The fairgrounds hosts the provide parents an opportunity to Pavilion Shopping Center, corner of annual Fair and is the site of a wide shop the variety of camps offered, the intersection at Santa Rita Road Money to Food Bank variety of monthly shows and events. talk to instructors, meet the camp and Rosewood Drive in Pleasanton. Coldwell Banker Residential The fairgrounds has facility rentals, Brokerage will be donating $3,380 leaders, and learn about the new Centro Properties Group is the owner off-track betting, an RV park, and a Camp Central program. There will be of Rose Pavilion and was represented to the Alameda County Community golf course. Food Bank. a kids' activity area and refreshments. by Matthew Berger with Centro The Fair has been named one Registration will be available during Properties Group. Half of that amount was raised by of the "Top 50 Fairs in the Nation" sales associates and staff of Coldwell the Summer Camp Fair with a 10% For leasing information at Rose and Pickering has been selected by early registration discount on Camp Pavilion, please contact Centro Banker Residential Brokerage's Amusement Business Magazine Alameda County offices during a Central programs. Properties Group, Matthew Berger as "One of the Most Creative Fair For more information contact the (888) 457-3179 or matthew.berger@ fundraiser to benefit Bay Area Food Managers in the Nation." The Fair Banks. The amount was matched San Ramon Community Center at centroprop.com. has been the most awarded Fair facil- 925.973.3200. Centro Properties Group is the by the Coldwell Banker Community ity in the Western United States for third largest owner of community and Fund to further help those in Alameda the past four years and has garnered neighborhood shopping centers in the County who are facing hunger. seven international awards. Ladies Night US. Its portfolio of 600 properties is "We are very grateful for the Pickering holds a Bachelor's The Specific Chiropractic Center strategically located across 39 states support from Coldwell Banker Resi- Degree from Biola University, La Mi- hosts the annual Ladies Night of and aggregates approximately 98 dential Brokerage," said Paul Ash, ex- rada; and a Master's Degree from the Indulgence on March 18 from 5 to million square feet of gross leasable ecutive director of the San Francisco University of Southern California. 9 p.m. area. For more information on Centro Food Bank. "The contributions will Admission is $5 members and There will be free food, wine, mas- Properties Group in the US, please help the Food Bank feed the growing seniors, $10 non-members, and $3 sage, facials, and more, compliments visit www.centroprop.com. number of hungry people in our com- students and teachers with ID. Res- of local businesses. munity We hope that this will inspire The event will be held at 1985 First others to get involved with their local St., Ste 209, Livermore. RSVP: http:// Scholarships Bay Area Food Bank." www.tinyurl.com/LadiesLivermore For over 20 years, the ValleyCare The week-long fundraiser was or call 925-292-4425 Auxiliary has been awarding scholar- held in December. All 37 Coldwell ships, totaling more than $100,000, Banker Residential Brokerage offices to local high school students. This in Sonoma, Marin, San Francisco, year, four $4,000 and two $1,000 San Mateo, Contra Costa, Alameda, scholarships will be awarded. Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Monterey The Auxiliary is currently re- and San Benito Counties collected ceiving applications for scholarship donations online and in person from awards. The scholarship program sales associates, staff and clients who is offered to graduating high school contributed at least five dollars to seniors who reside in the Tri-Valley help the hungry in their communi- and plan to enter training in a health- ties. In all, $23,804 was collected related profession. and donated to nine Bay Area Food Application forms are available Banks. at the local high schools. They are also available at the Information and Reception desks and Auxiliary offices Harvest Park Mathcounts at both Valley Memorial Center, 1111 Over 100 middle school students E. Stanley Boulevard in Livermore recently converged at Harvest Park and ValleyCare Medical Center, Middle School in Pleasanton for 5555 W. Las Positas Boulevard in Pleasanton.. Applications must be postmarked no later than March 31, 2010 and mailed to Scholarship Chair Petey Pehrson, 643 Via Del Sol, Livermore, CA 94550. Funds for these scholarships have been raised through gifts to the Auxiliary, proceeds from sales at the Auxiliary’s Livermore Thrift Shop, and the Gift Shop at ValleyCare Medical Center, Pleasanton. Scholarships will be awarded at the Auxiliary Appreciation Luncheon on May 10. For more information, please call Scholarship Chair Petey Pehrson at (925) 449-5543. The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 - PAGE 9 Resolution Would Spell Out Potential Council Actions In an effort to defuse criticism policy matters with regard to the rect some of the things folks have would happen with the addition of the City of Livermore’s plan airport.” been saying about the impact of of a fixed base operator (FBO). Girl Scouts to Host to rezone the Livermore Airport, He listed five statements that the rezoning,” said Kamena. They contend that setting up a Mayor Marshall Kamena has would be included in the resolu- Many of the concerns have business that provides a variety 'Thinking Day' proposed a resolution listing what tion as part of the rezoning effort. been raised by the citizens group of services for aircraft would at- the council would or would not They are as follows: circulating an initiative that, if tract the air traffic. The rezoning do with regard to the airport. 1. Future development would approved, would place major will not include an EIR to take The Girl Scouts of Livermore will be holding a special The airport rezoning is cur- only be approved by the council changes at the airport in the hands into account the impact of a fixed event called Thinking Day on March 13. The intent of this rently scheduled for the March in response to existing demand. of voters. base operator (FBO) in attracting event is to help Girl Scouts discover and connect with cultures 22 city council meeting. The 2. Staff will take no action to They stated purpose of the new air traffic, particularly jets. all over the world. encourage a major cargo carrier Airport Usage Growth Control Another issue is that the re- Each year Livermore Girl Scout troops learn about a coun- rezoning would replace the cur- zoning removes all of the restric- rent airport master plan, which service to come to Livermore. Initiative is to ensure that the try of their choosing and then create an activity, make a native voters of the City of Livermore tions on growth at the airport that was approved in 1975. 3. The council does not intend now exist in the master plan. dish, or share knowledge of the country they’ve explored. It Kamena, at the last council to extend the existing run-ways. approve any capital improve- They believe that the rezoning is is a morning full of fun and learning. meeting, stated, “I don’t know 4. The council will continue ments at the airport totaling in an attempt to circumvent those Preschool girls and their parents are invited to learn a little how large the concern is. How- to aggressively foster reduction excess of $100,000 annually or restrictions. Finally, they point bit about the Girl Scouts program in Livermore. The event ever, there is some about how of airport noise consistent with the application/acceptance for out that references to noise miti- will be held at the Granada High School Student Union on the rezoning will change the federal law and in cooperation non-maintenance related Federal/ gations in the master plan will be Saturday, March 13 from 11:30am - 12:30pm. Admission is fundamental or any other type of with other Tri-Valley cities. State Grants for the Livermore eliminated in the rezoning. free to preschool girls and their parents. character of the airport. I’d like 5. The city will operate the Airport. The initiative supporters have For additional information contact, Shelly, 925-243- to clearly communicate the intent airport as a self-sustaining en- Among their main concerns until April to collect 6,000 sig- 1046. of the council regarding future terprise. is the potential for the increase natures. development and operational “I hope the resolution will cor- in jet traffic, which they argue

Raymond Michael Kotla 8323 Baldwin Street, Oakland, her work helping children with 428 Maple St., Livermore. A T. Young was born. physicist at Lawrence Livermore Raymond Michael Kotla died CA 94621, attn: Kendra. special needs and was a tireless Reception will follow at the Bert taught in Stockton from National Laboratory; and was February 27, 2010. He was born champion of their rights at both St. Michael’s Community Hall. 1947 to 1979. He was an active a proud scratch golfer and past October 7, 1942. Molly Patricia Lewis the local and state levels. There will be a private inurn- member of the International president and member of the He was the beloved husband Molly Patricia Lewis died Jan loved family outings, ment at St. Michael’s Catholic Brotherhood of Electrical Work- board of Castlewood Golf and of Dee Ann Kotla, devoted father March 1, 2010. boating, waterskiing, traveling Cemetery. ers, the California Teachers As- Country Club. of Michele Wright, Kimberly She was the beloved daugh- the world with her “cruising In lieu of flowers you may sociation and served as president His love of sports spanned Iverson and Craig Kotla, devoted ter of Paul and Julia Lewis, the partner” Mom, as well as explor- send donations to the Muscular of the faculty senate at Delta the seasons. From his favorite stepfather to James Hooper and second oldest from a family of ing the USA with her family. We Dystrophy Association or Kaiser College. tv chair, he filled our home with Gary Hooper, and loving grand- 8 siblings, devoted mother of lived in Cupertino, CA until 2001 Permanente Hospice. Following the death of his the sounds of the stadium and father to 7 grandchildren. Abby Lewis-Osborne. Mol- when we moved to Spokane, Arrangements by Callaghan wife Kathryn, Bert lived alone the golf course gallery. His was Ray retired after 33 years of ly has touched all our lives WA. We most recently moved Mortuary. at his place in the mountains near service with Pacific Bell and a quiet, unspoken love. But its with her gallant strength of to Vancouver, WA in September Avery, California. In 2004, due went on to work for Lawrence silence embraced us. The memo- character and determined soul. of 2008. We have been blessed Bert J. Young to failing eye sight and back and Livermore National Laboratory ries he leaves behind will last for She was born in Columbus, OH over the past year and a half that Bert J. Young passed away hip problems, he could no longer for 10 years. Ray enjoyed motor- all seasons. on October 31, 1967. She gradu- Jan’s health was good enough so peacefully in his apartment in live by himself in the mountains. cycles, but most loved holidays Sweetheart, Frankie, Daddy- ated from Granada High School she enjoyed our son Jonathan’s Carson City, Nevada on February He moved to Carson City in order and family gatherings. o, Grandpa, the last year and a in Livermore, CA. She obtained wedding to Anna completing our 21, 2010 at the age of 93. to be near his son and daughter- A service was held March 7, family circle. We enjoyed a won- half was a long par drive off the her Bachelor’s of Art degree from Bert was born on December in-law and grandson. He is sur- in Pleasanton. tee. But you gave it your best UC Berkeley. She worked at derful Christmas and New Years 5, 1916 in Livermore, Califor- vived and mourned by his family, Arrangements by Graham- shot. So here’s a fist pump for our Channel 30 as a media reporter in 2008 with Jonathan and Anna. nia. His parents were Frederick friends and the generations of Hitch Mortuary. champ. You earned it. and did an intern at KPIX later Most recently we had a great time Young and Josephine Young students whom he taught. obtaining a spot as a local TV with our son and daughter, plus (O’Mera). He had two brothers We will miss you terribly, Mike McCole Anchor in Medford Oregon, later my Mom and Sister at a Fam- and two sisters: Fred, Francis, especially mom. Thank you for Mike McCole was born Sept. ily Reunion here in Vancouver Albert Michael Will all your love. transferring to Northern Idaho Ann and Mary. He is survived by Long time Livermore resident 14, 1927. He went to Heaven and Pendleton this past August. “Your memory is my keep- with Cabletron, was later married his son; Bert T. Young, daughter- and Elk member Albert Michael on March 1, Jan loved life, family, friends, and returned to Livermore. She in-law; Vickie L. Clay, grandson; Will died on February 26, 2010. sake with which I’ll never part 2010. and enjoyed life’s danced to the has been battling breast cancer Adam G. Young; and sister Mary He was 82 God has you in His keeping, I He was fullest. for the past 8 years. Young. Albert served in the Marines have you in my heart.” t h e s o n If you would like to make a Friends and family are invited Bert grew up in Livermore, and the Army reserve, retiring Frank was pre-deceased by his o f C a t h - donation on behalf of Jan, our to a Memorial service on Friday California. Although his family after 30 years service. Albert also first wife Gladys and daughter, erine and charity of choice is the Juvenile March 12, 2010 at 11:00 am at owned a small ranch and cream- retired from Pacific Bell. Noel. Cornelius Diabetes Research Foundation Callaghan Mortuary Chapel, ery, the majority of the family's He is survived by his children, A memorial service will be M c C o l e . (JDRF). To donate please call 3833 East Ave., Livermore. income came from their work son Donald, daughter Camille held at the Graham Hitch Mortu- H e w a s 800-533-2873 or go to their In lieu of flowers the family re- as electrical contractors. By the and sons Alan and Toby, his ary, 4617 First Street, Pleasanton b l e s s e d , website at jdrf.org. If you care spectfully requests contributions time Bert graduated from high wife Ruth-Miller-Will and her on Friday, March 12, 2010 at 2:00 wise, kind to donate to another charity, be made to Saint Charles Borro- school in 1934 he was already children Raymond, Lynnette, p.m. reception to follow. and a friend please feel free to do so. Please, meo- Molly Lewis Burial Fund an accomplished electrician. His and Wayne to everyone. no flowers, Jan would want your In lieu of flowers, the family (Attention; Brian O’Reilly), 1315 first job out of high school was as A private service will be held He is survived by his loving donation to help children in what- requests donations be made to Lomitas Ave., Livermore CA, a county fireman in Livermore. in April at the San Joaquin Valley wife and friend of 58 years, Kath- ever form you choose. Hope Hospice, 6377 Clark Ave., 94550, (925)447-4549. In 1939, Bert married the love National Cemetery. Ste #100, Dublin, CA 94568 in leen; his son, Michael Brian Mc- of his life, Kathryn V. Harris. Cole (Judy); daughters Kimberly Anthony (Tony) Kliss Jr. They were absolutely devoted to his memory, thank you. Janet Mary Silva Houle Franklin Carson Ford Arrangements by Graham- McCole, Robin Heinrich (Greg), Janet passed away on Novem- Tony, a loving husband, father each other and spent almost all Kelly McCole, and Kathleen and grandfather, passed away Franklin Carson Ford passed Hitch Mortuary. ber 28, 2010 after battling the of their free time in each other’s away peacefully at home in "Sam" Kraft (Patrick), and four increasingly debilitating effects peacefully at his home in Liver- company. grandsons, "Pa," was so very of inoperable brain tumors. She m o r e In 1940, Bert went to work Sinclair “Larry” Hague proud of: Max, Cole, Ben, and was 58 years young, and loved S u n d a y as an electrician in the Kaiser Larry entered in to our Lord’s Chad; also his brother Jack. family, friends and life’s dance. evening, Shipyards. He was frustrated arms on March 1, 2010. He was He served proudly in the Mar- Janet was born April 24, 1951 M a r c h with the confusion and inef- surrounded by his family. He itime in World War II and later to her loving parents, Joe and 7, 2010. ficiency of the process, and he was born March 14, 1923. as a combat medic in the Korean Dorothy Silva. Janet is survived He was redid the wiring plans, which He is survived by his wife War. Whether selling newspapers by her husband Peter, their son born to brought him to the attention of of 65 years, Evelyn. He was a on the dock in Oakland at age Jonathan and his wife Anna, the Anton & the shipyard managers. They put loving father to Debbie VanBus- eight, or simply welcoming folks daughter she always wanted. Jan Theresa him to work training electricians kirk (Dan) of Livermore, Daniel into his home in Pleasanton since is also survived by her brother Kliss in first directly for Kaiser and then Pleasanton on March 7, 2010. Hague (Jody) of Sacramento, 1965, Mike McCole never knew Leonard Silva and sister Wilma Oakland, in Oakland at what is now Laney He was born Jan. 28, 1922 in and David Hague of Fremont. a stranger. Shannon. CA on Oct. 9, 1921. Tony re- College. This was the beginning Chewella, Washington. He was Grandpa to Kelly Moore At his wish, a private service Jan grew up on the family tired from Lawrence Livermore of his teaching career. He took He leaves behind his loving (Rich), Scott VanBuskirk (Kelly), was held. ranch out on Tassajara Rd., Pleas- National Lab after a 25-year ca- courses at Cal, Berkeley and wife, Lourdes; his sister Fay; his Mark VanBuskirk (Tess), and Any donations may be made anton, CA and attended Alisal El- reer as a carpenter. Tony was an later at Fresno State, but he never sons and daughters, Cameron and Megan VanBuskirk (Alex) all to the Mended Hearts, for which ementary and Pleasanton Jr. High avid golfer who enjoyed a long, earned a degree. Jan, Carol and Tom, Lou and Jim, from Livermore. He was Logan he volunteered, or the American School. Jan excelled at school, healthy life, fulfilling his obliga- In 1942 Bert joined the U.S. Iza and Bernie, Isabel and Niall, and Ashley’s Great Grandpa. He Heart Association. played clarinet in the school band tions to family and friends with Navy Seabees. He went on ac- Lia and Jack, Sherry and Don, was the older brother of Wayne and began her 4H club activities. grace and zest. tive duty in 1943 and served Weena and Joey, and Marika; Hague of Merced, and Beverly Doreen R. Livingston While at Amador Valley High Tony is survived by his wife, in the 91st Seabee battalion on grandchildren, Miggy and Kelly, Dively of Cleveland. Belle: 5 children, Theresa (Pete) Larry was a member of Lo- On March 6, 2010 a Memorial School in Pleasanton, CA, was New Guinea and later in the Nikki, Dominique, Rocky, Franc- Service honoring the memory of President of the Alisal 4-H Club. Spraggins, Susan Henderson, Philippines. He was discharged cal 595 IBEW for more than 60 Carol (Hank) Meals, Paul (Bren- esca, Angelica, Anton, Sela, DJ, years. His positive outlook on Doreen Ruthelen Way Livingston Alameda County 4-H All Star, in 1945. Brandon, Steve, Eric, Brian and was held at the Little Brown da) Kliss, Jean Rooney, and by life left a lasting memory to rela- named 1968 Calif. State Out- After the war he had a series Tommy; his caregiver, Chona; Church of Sunol. standing Jr Catholic Daughter of his four granddaughters, Sarah, of unusual jobs including as a tives and many friends. Doreen was born on April 30, Alisyn, Samantha and Caitlin. flume tender and an electrician his faithful companion, Pooch A private family service will America, and played clarinet in and devoted pack, Stacia, Gucci 1933 in Prague, OK. She died her HS Marching Band. Tony is also survived by his sis- on a dredger. In 1947 Bert and be held. In lieu of flowers, please peacefully at her home in Sunol, ters, Mary Dietrich & Dorothy Kathryn moved to Stockton and and Chiquita. send donations to Vitas, 39899 Janet went on to earn a BS at Franklin served his country after a long illness, in Sunol, on UC Davis in Child Development Bold, and brother, James Kliss. he began teaching first at Stock- Balentine Drive, Suite 161, New- February 18, 2010. and Physiology and a Masters in Tony was preceded in death by ton High School, then Stockton with honor as a Navy fighter ark, CA 94560. She is survived by her hus- School Psychology and Special his wife of 50 years, Phyllis, and College and then at Delta Col- pilot during World War II; had a band of 59 years, LeRoy Livings- Education at CA State University their son, Edward. lege. In 1949 his only child Bert distinguished career as a nuclear ton (Sunol), by three daughters, Hayward. Jan spent most of her Tony will be sorely missed by Kathleen Livingston (Reno, NV), career first as a School Psycholo- his wife, children, grandchildren Karen Martin (Sacramento), and gist and then Director of Special and his golfing buddies, espe- Katrina Kerby (Sunol). She has Ed for San Mateo County. Jan cially Bob Anderson. two grandsons, Jeremy Kerby also worked in Pleasanton, Gil- A Memorial Mass will be held (Groton, CT) and Jayson Kerby roy and Imperial School Districts on Tuesday, March 16 at 11am at (Sunol). She is also survived during her career. Jan loved St. Michael’s Catholic Church, by two sisters, Doris Shamblin (Buckeye, AZ) and Ruby Al- len (Ione) and a brother, Virgil Way(Bakersfield). Doreen loved life and people and was blessed with many friends. She was a loving wife and mother. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: East Bay SPCA,

PAGE 10 - The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 APPEAL GOAL (continued from page one) (continued from page one) to file for non-profit status by sometimes poor communication, Approved was a 20,000 square vistas in the flat areas of North creek under 3000 cubic yards of The Sierra Cl;ub points out the end of March, Requa said. with incorrect written instruc- foot facility adjacent to I-580 on Livermore and also the hills just dirt to create an exercise area. that Dublin Canyon Road is in a The Group’s website, with more tions from health consultants Dublin Canyon Road. It is lo- adjacent to I-580. “The kennel is an urban com- designated Corridor of Outstand- information and instructions on and hours spent on the phone cated on a largely steep, wooded Three members of the public mercial use. It is not related to ing Scenic Beauty. This facility contributing, is http://llnlretiree. sometimes ending in dropped hillside. The kennel would ac- spoke in favor of supporting the recreation or agriculture. Ap- would mar the views as well as com calls or conflicting advice from commodate 400 dogs and 50 appeal. proving such urban commercial violate the General Plan Scenic Lawrence Livermore Lab different operators. cats, include an exercise area, John Stein said that the kennel uses would make the urban Route Element policy against employees and retirees were part Not all retirees report dissatis- a walking trail and pet drop-off was a more appropriate use for growth boundary meaningless,” locating non-emergency highway of UC group health coverage faction in the current year. Some area. A full range of grooming a light commercial, industrial he concluded. business and commercial devel- under a succession of contracts are paying no more for health and training services would be area. “I am also disturbed by Councilmember John March- opment on scenic rural routes. It that began in 1952 and ended at care than in the past. However, provided. the extension of services into an and added, “This is not a rural could lead to a strip of highway the beginning of 2008, when a concern remains for the future, The area is designated by agriculture area.” Stein suggested use. This is urban.” commercial businesses on Dublin for-profit contractor took over that being forced out of UC group Measure D as a resource manage- that there should be an effort to In its appeal, signed by Dick Canyon Road between Castro Laboratory management from plans and into individual plans ment area. find economically viable uses for Schneider, the Sierra Club notes Valley and Pleasanton typified by University of California. The will make them vulnerable to City Planner Ingrid Rade- such areas. Because the kennel that the proposed facility is the unsightly Lockaway Storage new contract specified benefits rapid price hikes or even to being maker told the council, “The de- would change the expectation inconsistent with Measure D RV facility with its garish neon “substantially equivalent” to dropped as they age and require cision has implications for North for similar areas, there would because the intended use (pet lights, multiple advertising signs, Livermore, which has the same care) is unrelated to the purposes and building façade that detracts UC’s group plans, but the con- be continuous pressure from the land designation. The proposed of Measure D—the long-term from the surrounding natural tract wording was changed a county and state, both of which project conflicts with the intent preservation of open space, environment. year later under circumstances need money.. of Measure D and is inconsistent Archer Futch stated, “The including agriculture, outdoor that have never been explained DRIVE with policies and implementing recreation, and protection of (continued from page one) kennel sets a precedent that un- to retirees. programs in the East County dermines Measure D and under- natural resources. Retirees contend that the new current estimate of the $900,000 Area Plan.” mines agriculture in the county The appeal refers to the kennel health arrangements have come total, said Grasso. In her staff report, she notes and North Livermore. According as “a very large-scale, urban- across as a patchwork of plans At the middle school level, that county staff indicates that to county counsel, kennels are serving, commercial develop- that appear to abandon individual four hours of a technology spe- the use is consistent with the re- not a prohibited use. County ment. As such, the proposed retirees to fend for themselves in cialist per day at each site can source management designation, staff said kennels were a similar facility is an urban use outside a complex and uncaring system. be funded for $67,500. To fund which allows both recreational use to horse boarding. Riding is the urban growth boundary of Retirees share painful stories six hours of a library assistant and agricultural uses. Rademaker a recreation use. Boarding the the county. In addition, the use with one another about former per day at each site the price explained that analysis does not horses is a secondary one needed is inconsistent with the specific colleagues or their spouses who tag is $42,188. No costs have indicate which of these catego- for the recreational use. A kennel intent clause of the applicable have been unable to obtain ser- been applied yet to the purchase ries is applicable to the kennel is a commercial use unrelated to Resource Management land use vice from the health consulting of hardware and software and use, leading to the conclusion that recreation.” He called the kennel designation.” firms that now separate retirees student support programs at the neither applies. The report also a badly located development. Allowing this commercial de- from the Laboratory and Univer- finds that the commercial nature Bob Baltzer objected to the velopment would set a precedent middle school level. of a project like this could require for other applicants and other sity that once took an interest in In the high schools, tech sup- 1980s strip mall appearance of their welfare. building design and potential the kennel. He also noted that commercial developments out- port is the only topic on the list. advertising signage to attract cus- side the established urban growth Their unhappiness has been That has no price tag attached many trees would be removed. tomers that could impact scenic There are plans to bury an open boundaries of the county. exacerbated by inconsistent and to it yet. LEGAL NOTICES/CLASSIFIEDS www.independentnews.com

LEGAL NOTICES or names listed. the County of Alameda. This business is conducted Registrant has not yet begun by:an Individual CONFERENCE and SITE 6)LOST INDEPENDENT Signature of Registrant: Full name of registrant by:an Individual to transact business under Registrant has not yet begun VISIT - S. CountyProject LOST FEMALE CAT CONTRACTORS WANTED FOR INFORMATION /s/:Michael Cooper Elias Haro, 6001 Alham- The registrant began to trans- the fictitious business name to transact business under #CPPADA10013070A, HAY- for Senior Home Health PLACING LEGAL This statement was filed with bra Valley Rd., Martinez Ca act business under the ficti- or names listed. the fictitious business name WARD VETERANS BUILD- Missing Family Pet Since Feb 28th Care Must Have NOTICES the County Clerk of Alameda 94553 tious business name (s) listed Signature of Registrant: or names listed. ING ADA RAMP REPAIR, Experience CONTACT BARBARA @ on February 3, 2010. Expires This business was conducted above on January 1, 2010. /s/:Carlos Ratinho Signature of Registrant: Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at Around Scenic Ave., Liv. 925 243-8000 Calico in Color Senior Solutions, Inc. February 3, 2015. by:Elias Haro Signature of Registrant: This statement was filed with /s/:Karl Mueller 1:00 p.m., Hayward Veterans 925 443-3101 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Independent Legal /s/:Elias Haro /s/:Steve D. Mattos the County Clerk of Alameda This statement was filed with Building, Hayward, CA Atten- with Blue Eyes, Indoor Kitty. NAME STATEMENT No.2701. Publish February This statement was filed with This statement was filed with on February 23, 2010. Expires the County Clerk of Alameda dance at the Mandatory Pre- Please call: 925 395-0699 COOK/CHEF APPRENTICE. Get paid to learn. Medical/ FILE NO. 434504-434505 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2010. the County Clerk of Alam- the County Clerk of Alameda February 23, 2015. on February 22, 2010. Expires Bid Conference is required LOST A FAMILY PET? FREE eda County on February 18, on February 19, 2010. Expires The Independent Legal February 22, 2015. Responses Due by 2:00 dental 30 days vacation/yr, The following person(s) doing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS SECTION. Call Barbara 2010. February 19, 2015. No.2720. Publish March 4, The Independent Legal pm on April 7, 2010 County $ for school. No experience business as:1)WaxCraft Wax- NAME STATEMENT 925 243-8000 to let 38,000 ing Parlor & Beauty Boutique, The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. 11, 18, 25, 2010. No.2724. Publish March Contact : Tom McKimmy at needed. HS grads ages 17- FILE NO. 434598 2706. Publish February 25, 2714. Publish February 25, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2010. households know! 34. Call Mon-Fri 1-800-345- 2)The Bikini Waxer, 22151 The following person(s) doing (510) 208-3990 or via email: March 4, 11, 18, 2010 March 4, 11, 18, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 6289. (CAL*SCAN) Redwood Rd., Castro Valley business as:R-2 Investments, [email protected] AUTOS/BOATS/RV’S/TRUCKS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Information regarding the Ca 94546 is hereby registered 547 Sycamore Rd., Pleas- LOGISTICS TRAINEE Earn FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 435065 NAME STATEMENT above may be obtained at 10)AUTOS WANTED by the following owner(s): anton Ca 94566 is hereby The following person(s) do- as you learn. Good pay, medi- NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 434595 the Current Contracting Op- Cathy Stranahan Coakley, registered by the following ing business as: Mr. Pickle’s The following person(s) doing DONATE VEHICLE: RE- cal/dental, $ for school. No FILE NO. 434866 FILE NO. 434616 portunities Internet website 8650 Beverly Lane, Dublin owner(s): The following person(s) do- The following person(s) doing Pleasanton, 3059 Hopyard business as: Fit Moms Club, CEIVE $1000 Grocery Cou- experience needed. HS grads at www.acgov.org. Ca 94568 Rob Rose, 653 Blue Spruce ing business as:The New business as: Fit For Life, 1141 Suite I, Pleasanton Ca 94588 5568 Corte Sierra, Pleas- pon. Your Choice. Noahs ages 17-34. Call Mon-Fri 1- 3/11/10 This business is conducted Lane, Danville Ca 94506 Harvest Farm, 112 Maple St., Catalina Dr. #103, Livermore is hereby registered by the anton CA 94566 is hereby Arc - Support No Kill Animal 800-345-6289. (CAL*SCAN) CNS-1811780# by:a Individual John Rocha, 547 Sycamore Livermore Ca 94550 is hereby Ca 94550 is hereby registered following owner(s): registered by the following Shelters, Advance Veterinary The Independent Legal No. TRUCK DRIVERS: CDL train- The registrant began to trans- Rd., Pleasanton Ca 94566 registered by the following by the following owner(s): Michael John McKenna, 623 owner(s): Treatments. Free Towing, 2726. Publish March 11, ing. Part-time driving job. Full- act business under the ficti- This business is conducted owner(s): Jeff King, 2645 Farnsworth Old Oak Rd., Livermore Ca Julie M Monette, 5568 Corte IRS Tax Deductible, Non- tious business name (s) listed 2010 Runners. 1-866-912-GIVE. time benefits. Get paid to train by:a Joint venture Ana Victoria Garcia, 112 Dr., Livermore Ca 94551 94550 Sierra, Pleasanton Ca 94566 in the California Army National above on October 1, 2009. The registrant began to trans- Maple St., Livermore Ca This business is conducted This business is conducted This business is conducted NOTICE OF INVITING BIDS (CAL*SCAN) Signature of Registrant: Guard. May qualify for bonus. act business under the ficti- 94550 by:an Individual by:an Individual by:an Individual Notice is hereby given that DONATE YOUR CAR: Chil- www.NationalGuard.com/ /s/:Cathy Stranahan Coakley tious business name (s) listed This business is conducted Registrant has not yet begun Registrant has not yet begun Registrant has not yet begun sealed competitive bids will This statement was filed with dren’s Cancer Fund! Help Truck or 1-800-GO-GUARD. above on January 3, 2010. by:an Individual to transact business under to transact business under to transact business under be accepted in the office of Save A Child’s Life Through (CAL*SCAN) the County Clerk of Alameda Signature of Registrant: The registrant began to trans- the fictitious business name the fictitious business name the fictitious business name the GSA-Purchasing Depart- on February 9, 2010. Expires Research & Support! Free Va- /s/:Rob Rose act business under the ficti- or names listed. or names listed. or names listed. ment, County of Alameda, cation Package. Fast, Easy & FOREMEN TO LEAD Utility February 9, 2015. This statement was filed with tious business name (s) listed Signature of Registrant: Signature of Registrant: Signature of Registrant: 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite Field Crews. Outdoor physi- The Independent Legal No. Tax Deductible. Call 1-800- the County Clerk of Alameda above on January 1, 2010. /s/:Jeff King /s/:Michael J. McKenna /s/:Julie M Monette 907, Oakland, CA 94612 252-0615. (CAL*SCAN) cal work, many positions, 2698. Publish February 18, on February 10, 2010. Expires Signature of Registrant: This statement was filed with This statement was filed with This statement was filed with NETWORKING/NORTH paid training. $17-22/hr. plus 25, March 4, 11, 2010. February 10, 2015. /s/:Ana Victoria Garcia the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda COUNTY BIDDERS CON- SELL YOUR USED CAR performance bonuses after FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Independent Legal No. This statement was filed with on February 10, 2010. Expires on February 23, 2010. Expires on February 10, 2010. Expires FERENCE RFP #900601 HERE. Call Barbara at promotion, company truck NAME STATEMENT 2702. Publish February 18, the County Clerk of Alameda February 10, 2015. February 23, 2015. February 10, 2015. for Labor Relations Consult- 925-243-8000 0R www. and benefits. Must have FILE NO. 433930 25, March 4, 11, 2010. on February 18, 2010. Expires The Independent Legal The Independent Legal The Independent Legal ing Services, Wednesday, independentnews.com Pay strong leadership skills, good The following person(s) doing February 18, 2015. No.2715. Publish February No.2721. Publish March 4, No.2725. Publish March March 24, 2010, 2:00 p.m. by Credit Card for any Clas- driving history and be able to FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Independent Legal No. 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2010. 11, 18, 25, 2010. 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2010. – Lakeside Plaza Building, sified or Display ads. travel for extended periods in business as:Alamo Capi- NAME STATEMENT tal Partners, 5328 Charlotte 2707. Publish February 25, 1401 Lakeside Drive, Room EMPLOYMENT California and western State. FILE NO. 433973 March 4, 11, 18, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 1107, 11th Floor, Oakland, Email resume to Recruit- Way, Livermore Ca 94550 The following person(s) doing NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT is hereby registered by the CA NETWORKING/SOUTH 56) ADULT CARE [email protected] or apply business as: SW Decor, 740 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 434498 FILE NO. 435072 FILE NO. 435527 online at www.OsmoseUtili- following owner(s): St John Circle, Pleasanton Ca The following person(s) do- The following person(s) doing The following person(s) doing COUNTY BIDDERS CON- CAREGIVERS NAME STATEMENT RFP #900601 for ties.com (CAL*SCAN) Michael Stack LLC., 5328 94566 is hereby registered by ing business as: Wild Styles, business as: Slap Warehouse, business as:Faz Restaurant FERENCE NEEDED for elder care. FILE NO. 434868 Labor Relations Consulting Charlotte Way, Livermore the following owner(s): The following person(s) do- 2634 Lariat Ct., Livermore Ca 421 Hillcrest Ave., Livermore & Catering, 5121 Hopyard Light housekeeping 72) HELP WANTED/DRIVERS Services, Thursday, March Ca 94550 Susan Wilson, 740 St John ing business as:Carniceria 94551 is hereby registered by Ca 94550 is hereby registered Rd., Pleasanton Ca 94588 errands transportation 25, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – Public SLT NEEDS CLASS A TEAM This business is conducted Circle, Pleasanton Ca 94566 la Aurora, 4014 East Ave., the following owner(s): by the following owner(s): is hereby registered by the meal prep personal care. Works Agency, 4825 Gleason DRIVERS with Hazmat. by:a Limited liability com- This business is conducted Livermore Ca 94550 is hereby Brent J.Thurman, 210 South P Paul Simpson, 421 Hillcrest following owner(s): Please fax resume Drive, Room 410 B, Dublin, $2,000 Bonus. Split $0.68 for pany by:an Individual registered by the following Street, Livermore Ca 94550 Ave., Livermore Ca 94550 S.D. Inc., 5121 Hopyard Rd., 925 371-8118 The registrant began to trans- CA Responses Due by 2:00 all miles. Regional contractor Registrant has not yet begun owner(s): This business is conducted This business is conducted Pleasanton Ca 94588 60) BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY positions available. 1-800- act business under the ficti- to transact business under Elias Haro, 4014 East Ave., by:an Individual by:an Individual This business is conducted pm on April 29, 2010 County Contact : Tudor S. Mosu ALL CASH VENDING! Be 835-9471 (CAL*SCAN) tious business name (s) listed the fictitious business name Livermore Ca 94550 Registrant has not yet begun Registrant has not yet begun by:a Corporation Your Own Boss! Your Own above on January 1, 2010. or names listed. This business is conducted to transact business under to transact business under The registrant began to trans- (510) 208-9614 or via email: Local Vending Route. In- CLASSIFIEDS Signature of Registrant: Signature of Registrant: by:an Individual the fictitious business name the fictitious business name act business under the ficti- [email protected] cludes 25 Machines and Attendance at Networking /s/:Jeanne Michael /s/:Susan Wilson The registrant began to trans- or names listed. or names listed. tious business name (s) listed Candy for $9,995. Multi- Conference is Non-manda- ************** This statement was filed with This statement was filed with act business under the ficti- Signature of Registrant: Signature of Registrant: above on 1996. Vend LLC, 1-888-625-2405. tory. Specifications and bid (CAL*SCAN) the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda tious business name (s) listed /s/:Brent Thurman /s/:Paul Simpson Signature of Registrant: Reaches copies regarding the above BE WARY of out of area on January 26, 2010. Expires on January 26, 2010. Expires above on 2005. This statement was filed with This statement was filed with /s/:Faz Poursohi may be obtained at the Cur- companies. Check with the 38,000 Homes January 26, 2015. January 26, 2015. Signature of Registrant: the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda This statement was filed with rent Contracting Opportunities local Better Business Bureau Direct mail The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal /s/:Elias Haro on February 8, 2010. Expires on February 23, 2010. Expires the County Clerk of Alameda before you send any money Internet website at www. 2699. Publish February 18, No.2703. Publish February This statement was filed with February 8, 2015. February 23, 2015. on March 3, 2010. Expires or fees. Read and understand to acgov.org. 25, March 4, 11, 2010. 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2010. the County Clerk of Alameda The Independent Legal The Independent Legal March 3, 2015. any contracts before you sign. 3/11/10 Livermore, Dublin, on February 18, 2010. Expires No.2716. Publish February No.2722. Publish March 4, The Independent Legal No. Shop around for rates. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CNS-1812844# Pleasanton FICTITIOUS BUSINESS February 18, 2015. 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2010. 11, 18, 25, 2010. 2727. Publish March 11, 18, NAME STATEMENT The Independent Legal No. 71) HELP WANTED NAME STATEMENT The Independent Legal No. 25, April 1, 2010. & Sunol FILE NO. 434529 2727. Publish March 11, FILE NO. 434654-434655 2708. Publish February 25, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Opportunity Knocking Call Barbara The following person(s) do- The following person(s) doing 2010 March 4, 11, 18, 2010. NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NOTICE OF APPLICATION Auto Sales ing business as:American business as: 1)Pro Trucks FILE NO. 434647 FILE NO. 435057 TO Self-Motivated 925 243-8000 Mechanical Services, 1872 ANIMALS Plus, 2) Pro Lease, 4546 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The following person(s) do- The following person(s) doing SELL ALCOHOLIC Easy Schedule Calle Del Sueno, Livermore Contractors Place, Livermore NAME STATEMENT ing business as:Green De- business as:Richard T Lee BEVERAGES 2) CATS/DOGS ADOPT A No Experience Needed Ca 94551 is hereby registered Ca 94551 is hereby registered FILE NO. 434934 sign Solutions, 2751 Lotus Sold! Corporation, 1625 Vetta Date of Filing Application: DOG OR CAT, for adoption by the following owner(s): Will Train! by the following owner(s): The following person(s) doing St., Pleasanton Ca 94588 Drive, Livermore CA 94550 February 23, 2010 information contact Valley Benefits John B. McMenemy, 1872 Pro Trucks Plus LLC., 3130 business as: Living Memories, is hereby registered by the is hereby registered by the To Whom It May Concern: Humane Society at 925 Apply Within Calle Del Sueno, Livermore Bay Meadows Ct., Livermore 709 Hazel Street, Livermore following owner(s): following owner(s): The Names(s) of the 426-8656. Ca 94551 Ca 94550 Ca 94550 is hereby registered Meera A, Jaeel, 2751 Lotus Richard T Lee Sold! Cor- Applicant(s) is/are: Or Online @ Adopt a new best friend: This business is conducted This business is conducted by the following owner(s): St., Pleasanton Ca 94588 poration, 1625 Vetta Drive, PIZZA RATINHO INC. LivermoreAutoGroup.com by:an Individual by:a Limited liability com- Nancy R. Randall, 709 Hazel This business is conducted Livermore CA 94550 The Applicants listed above TVAR, the Tri-Valley Ani- Call Parm or Ravi @ The registrant began to trans- pany Street, Livermore Ca 94550 by:an Individual This business is conducted are applying to the Depart- mal Rescue, offers animals (925) 294-7700 act business under the ficti- Registrant has not yet begun This business is conducted The registrant began to by:a Corporation ment of Alcoholic Beverage for adoption every Saturday Ford / Lincoln / Mercury tious business name (s) listed to transact business under by:an Individual transact business under the The registrant began to trans- Control to sell alcoholic bev- and Sunday, excluding most above on February 8, 1994. the fictitious business name Registrant has not yet begun fictitious business name (s) act business under the ficti- ages at: holidays. On Saturdays from Signature of Registrant: 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, both dogs PART-TIME JOB or names listed. to transact business under listed above on February tious business name (s) listed 2175 1ST STREET Greeter/Sales /s/:John B. McMenemy Signature of Registrant: the fictitious business name 10, 2010. above on March 2007. and cats are available at the LIVERMORE, CA 94550- Will Train - Call for Details This statement was filed with /s/:Matthew L. Hicks or names listed. Signature of Registrant: Signature of Registrant: 4543 Pleasanton Farmers Market at Steve Song or Parm the County Clerk of Alameda This statement was filed with Signature of Registrant: /s/:Meera A. Jaeel /s/:Richard T Lee Type of license(s) Applied W. Angela and First Streets. 925 294-7700 on February 9, 2010. Expires the County Clerk of Alameda /s/:Nancy R. Randall This statement was filed with This statement was filed with for: Two locations will showcase February 9, 2015. on February 11, 2010. Expires This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda 41 - ON-SALE BEER AND cats only: Petsmart in Dublin Livermore Ford Lincoln & The Independent Legal No. February 11, 2015. the County Clerk of Alameda on February 11, 2010. Expires on February 23, 2010. Expires WINE - EATING PLACE from noon to 4 and the Pet Mercury 2700. Publish February 18, The Independent Legal on February 19, 2010. Expires February 11, 2015. February 23, 2015. Department of Alcoholic 25, March 4, 11, 2010. Food Express in Livermore No.2705. Publish February February 19, 2015. The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. Beverage Control from 1 to 4. On Sundays, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2010. The Independent Legal 2717. Publish February 25, 2723. Publish March 4, 11, 1515 Clay St. Ste 2208 cats are available at Petsmart No.2713. Publish February March 4, 11, 18, 2010. 18, 25, 2010. Oakland, Ca 94612 NAME STATEMENT in Dublin from 1 to 4, and STATEMENT OF 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2010. (510) 622-4970 FILE NO. 434311 ABANDONMENT OF USE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS PetCo in San Ramon from 11 The following person(s) do- The Independent Legal No. OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT 2719. Publish March 4, 11, to 3. Information, call TVAR ing business as: Tri-Valley NAME NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 435071 FILE NO. 435032 at (925) 803-7043 or visit our Process Service, 78 Snowball 18, 2010 FILE NO. 410039 FILE NO. 434903 The following person(s) doing The following person(s) doing website at www.tvar.org Ct., Livermore Ca 94551 is The following person (s) has The following person(s) do- business as: Mountain Mike’s business as: Curb Appeal, NOTICE OF INVITING BIDS hereby registered by the fol- (have) Abandoned the use ing business as:Recreation Pizza, 2175 First Street, Liver- 2481 Buena Vista Avenue, Notice is hereby given that 4)FOUND lowing owner(s): of the Fictitious Business Publishing, 6810 Brookview more Ca 94550 is hereby Livermore Ca 94550 is hereby sealed competitive bids will Michael Cooper, 78 Snowball FOUND AN ANIMAL? Name: The New Harvest Court, Livermore Ca 94551 registered by the following registered by the following be accepted in the office of Call Ct., Livermore Ca 94551 FREE SECTION. Farm, 112 Maple St., Liver- is hereby registered by the owner(s): owner(s): the GSA-Purchasing De- Barbara This business is conducted more Ca 94550 following owner(s): Pizza Ratinho Inc., 2175 First Karl Erwin Mueller, 2481 partment, County of Alam- 925 243-8000 by:an Individual The fictitious business Name Steve David Mattos, 6810 Street, Livermore Ca 94550 Buena Vista Avenue, Liver- eda, 1401 Lakeside Drive, to let 38,000 Registrant has not yet begun th Statement for the Partnership Brookview Court, Livermore This business is conducted more Ca 94550 9 Floor, Oakland, CA 94612 households know! to transact business under was filed on April 28, 2008 in Ca 94551 by:a Corporation This business is conducted MANDATORY PRE-BID the fictitious business name The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 - PAGE 11 LEGAL NOTICES/CLASSIFIEDS www.independentnews.com

79)HELPWANTED/WARE- 20 ACRE RANCH FORE- 185)HEALTH/MISC. 185)HEALTH/MISC. 186)HOME SERVICES 187)SCHOOLS/TRAINING HOUSE CLOSURES Near Booming AFFORDABLE FAMILY Advertisement for Training. El Paso, Texas. Was $16,900 If you used Type 2 Drug SUNSCAPE DESIGN We are currently seeking 10 HEALTH Insurance Now Aluminum Patio Cover! HEAVY EQUIPMENT TRAIN- Now $12,856. $0 Down, as- AVANDIA and Clamp or Slip Sheet Opera- Available in California. Health Wood like texture, won’t rot, ING. Learn to operate bull- sume payments, $159/month. SUFFERED a STROKE or tors for a major food distri- and Dental Insurance Starting warp or crack. Maintenance dozer, backhoe, loader, motor Beautiful views, owner fi- HEART ATTACK. bution in Tracy. Must be at $139. Call 800-571-3165 x Free! grader, excavator. Job place- nancing. FREE map/pictures You may be entitled to flexible for all shifts. Pay is 108 for a quick quote or go to Lic.& bonded #941818 ment assistance. Call 888- 1-800-343-9444. compensation. Call Attorney 210-4534. Northern California between $11.50-$12.00 per Charles Johnson 1-800-535- www.AgentbenefitTeam.com Call for free estimate hour. All applicants must (CAL*SCAN) College of Construction. www. By Advertising with The Inde- 5727. (CAL*SCAN) 925-625-0843 HEAVY4.com promocode: have a minimum of 1 year of pendent reaching over 38,000 NCPA1. (CAL*SCAN) recent experience with the homes and businesses with required equipment! Must your ad placement. Call Bar- be able to pass a criminal bara 925 243-8000 background check and a drug screen. Please apply 172)LOTS & ACREAGE/OUT on line at www.selectstaff- OF STATE ing.com and follow up on By Advertising with The In- your application by calling dependent, you reach over How to Purchase 209.836.9630. 38,000 homes and business- MERCHANDISE es with your ad placement. Call Barbara 925 243-8000 Government-Owned 82)EQUIPMENT FOR SALE 175)OFFICE SPACE NEW Norwood SAWMILLS - LumberMate-Pro handles BEAUTIFUL SMALL EX- logs 34” diameter, mills ECUTIVE OFFICE SUITES Property in heart of Downtown Liver- boards 28” wide. Automated By Cher Wollard more. Third floor views. quick-cycle-sawing increases Save money by sharing re- Buyers looking for well-priced real estate may find what they efficiency up to 40%! www. ceptionist, common areas. NorwoodSawmills.com/300N are looking for amid government-owned properties. Full services available. 1-800-661-7746 ext. 300N $595+/mo. The department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) (CAL*SCAN) (925)454-4400 and other government entities own foreclosed properties through- 118) FREE/GIVEAWAY www.LVPCOffices.com out the United States that they are eager to sell to the highest GOT OLD JUNK SERVICES bidder. FREE/GIVEAWAY 176)BUSINESS SERVICES SECTION “Buying government-owned properties, it’s a streamlined Call 925 243-8000 Barbara CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING process and easier to do,” said Russell Barto, a loan advisor with in 240 Cal-SCAN newspapers Landmark Mortgage Group in Livermore. 121)ESTATE/GARAGE/ for the best reach, coverage, YARD SALES and price. 25-words $450. Currently there are 54 government-owned residences on the RAIN OR SHINE! Call Bar- Reach 6 million Californians! market in Southern Alameda County – about a third of them in bara 925-243-8000 or go to FREE email brochure. Call the Tri-Valley, ranging in price from $79,900 for a one-bedroom www.independentnews. (916) 288-6019.www.Cal- condominium to $1.1 million for a luxury home. com before 8am Tuesdays SCAN.com to get your ad in for the next That’s a small percentage of available properties. Until the last edition. DISPLAY ADVERTISING in 140 Cal-SCAN newspapers two years, when home prices fell and FHA financing limits were 125)HOUSEHOLD GOODS statewide for $1,550! raised, most Tri-Valley homes were priced too high for govern- Place your household items Reach over 3 million ment-backed mortgages. So few foreclosure properties here are here for sale. Call Californians! FREE email 925 243-8000 or go on-line brochure. government-owned. Those that are may prove to be good deals at www.independentnews. Call (916) 288-6019. for smart buyers. com Also you can pay by www.Cal-SCAN.com How would you go about purchasing one of these homes? The Credit Card for Classified (CAL*SCAN) and Display Ads. process is not quite the same as in a conventional sale. ADVERTISE ONLINE in a Most HUD-owned homes are foreclosed properties that were 127) LOST/FOUND network of 50-plus news- LOST or FOUND AN ITEM paper websites. Border purchased with loans insured by FHA (Federal Housing Authority). FREE SECTION to Border with one order! When the government takes ownership, the property is appraised Call Barbara 925 243-8000 $7 cost and then priced at fair market value. per thousand impressions HUD homes are listed by state on the department’s website, NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS statewide. Minimum $5,000 151)ANNOUNCEMENTS order. Call for de- www.hud.gov. Some are sold through auction; many are listed Axis Health Center tails: (916) 288-6010. with Realtors and appear on the multiple listing service. 4361 Railroad Ave., Pleasan- www.CaliforniaBannerAd A time frame is established during which sealed bids may be ton. Serves Valley residents Network.com (CAL*SCAN) submitted. You must use a licensed real estate agent. At the end of with emphasis on those with 178)CHILD CARE SERVICES low income. The center has the bidding period, the offer that brings HUD the highest net price general medical services, CHILD CARE will likely be accepted, with first consideration given to buyers family planning, well baby, 0 to 5, prenatal and maternity pro- Open M-F 5am-7pm who intend to occupy the home. grams, social services, blood info Genevieve If no offers are received during the bidding period, offers will pressure checks, WIC food (925) 960-0760 be considered in the order received. supplement programs, pre- LIC #013420423 marital blood test, sports/ Remember, the government wants to sell these homes at “mar- camp physicals, TB screen- 180)EDUCATION ket value.” Given the number of buyers looking to purchase a ing, free transportation avail- HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA! home, it is likely to yield a fair price, considering condition. This able. 925 462-1755 Graduate in 4 weeks! may still be a very good value for buyers. BECOME DIETARY MAN- FREE Brochure. AGER (average annual sal- Call Now! As with most foreclosure sales, HUD properties are sold “as ary $40,374) in eight months 1-866-562-3650 ext. 60 is” and without most customary seller disclosures. in online program offered www.SouthEasternHS.com Because no repairs will be done, some government-owned by Tennessee Technology (CAL*SCAN) Center, Elizabethton. Details properties do not qualify for certain financing programs, even if www.TTCElizabethton.edu, the buyer meets all borrower requirements, unless the buyer pays 1-888-986-2368 or email: patricia.roark@ttcelizabeth for the repairs. ton.edu. (CAL*SCAN) “You might get FHA financing,” Barto said. “FHA doesn’t 155)NOTICES require termite clearances if it’s not in the contract. I’ve had some “NOTICE TO READERS: properties that were kind of beat up, but as long as there are no California law requires that health and safety issues, we can do it.” contractors taking jobs that to- Your offer should include an earnest deposit – usually 1 to 3 tal $500 or more (labor and/or materials) be licensed by the percent of the purchase price – which will be held in escrow until Contractors State License the sale closes. Board. State law also requires that contractors include their With most purchase offers, the buyer sets the date to close es- license numbers on all adver- crow, which may be negotiated. In government contracts, however, tising. Check your contractor’s the seller determines the settlement date, which is usually 30 to 60 status at www.cslb.ca.gov or 800-321-CSL B (2752). days after the offer is accepted. You and your agent will likely still Unlicensed persons taking want to include a proposed settlement date in your offer. jobs less than $500 must Government entities tend to be strict about time frames, so it state in their advertisements that they are not licensed by is important to have your financing arranged before you make a the Contractors State License bid. Board.” Some foreclosed properties are held by the Federal National REAL ESTATE Mortgage Association (FNMA) – known colloquially as Fannie The Federal Fair Housing Act, Mae, a quasi-governmental agency that purchases and securitizes Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state law mortgages. prohibit advertisements for Fannie Mae sales are similar to HUD sales. However, properties housing and employment owned by Fannie Mae are eligible for special financing through that contain any preference, limitation or discrimination a program called HomePath. based on protected classes, “Only certain lenders are doing the HomePath program, and including race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status each has its own guidelines,” according to Linda Grassi, a mort- or national origin. IVPC does gage specialist with First Priority Financial. “There’s huge benefits not knowingly accept any to the program, especially for purchasing condominiums.” advertisements that are in violation of the law. Barto agrees. “Lenders are really being hard on condominiums,” 157)APT/CONDOS/HOUSE/ he said. “If you’ve got a Fannie Mae property and it’s a condo, that TOWNHOUSE/RENTAL might be the only way you can get financing right now.” HOUSE RENTAL Among the key points of the HomePath program: Charming is the essence of • Down payments as low as 3 percent, which can be in the this 2 bdrm, 1 bath home .Hardwood floors - all ap- form of a gift. pliances. $1690. Call 925- • No monthly mortgage insurance. Upfront mortgage insurance 354-7800 is required. However, the lenders pays this fee and passes it on in GOT A HOUSE FOR RENT? the form of slightly higher interest rates. Let the 38,000+ households that read the Independent • Flexible mortgage terms. Fixed rate, adjustable rate and inter- find out about it. . To place an est only loans are available. ad go to www.independent- • No appraisal is required. This is because Fannie Mae has news.com or call Barbara at 925 243-8000 already determined value when it priced the property. 160)BOAT/RV and RETAIL • Borrower does not have to be a first-time homebuyer, and is not required to attend home-ownership classes. In fact, the bor- LOOKING FOR RETAIL OR rower does not have to occupy the home. STORAGE SPACE? • Borrower can have credit scores as low as 660 in some cases, Great Location Off Hwy 580 On Kitty Hawk Road and can have up to 45 percent debt-to-income ratios. For Details Email: • The borrower is not required to have reserve funds. [email protected] • Requirements for condominium complexes are less stringent 162)HOMES FOR SALE than in many loan programs. Advertise with The Indepen- • Fannie Mae will pay up to 3 percent of the buyer’s closing dent and reach over 38,000 costs, if negotiated in the contract. In fact, on sales that close homes and businesses with through April 30, Fannie Mae will pay up to 3.5 percent in clos- your ad. Call Barbara 925 243-8000 ing costs and/or the purchase of new Whirlpool appliances on 165) HOUSE/ROOMS/RENT- owner-occupied homes. ALS TO SHARE These requirements are easier to meet than most low-downpay- RENT YOUR EMPTY LIV- ment programs. ING SPACE By Advertis- “That’s why they’re special,” Grassi said. ing with The Independent. Of the government properties listed in Livermore, seven are Reachover 38,000 homes and businesses with your ad owned by Fannie Mae. They range from a two-bedroom, 2-bath placement. Call Barbara 925 condominium priced at $109,900, to a three-bedroom, two-bath 243-8000 house at $399,000. None are currently listed in Pleasanton. 170)LAND FOR SALE/OUT “Out in the Tracy-Stockton area, there are more of these prop- OF STATE erties,” Barto said. BANK OWNED LAND! 10 To find properties or learn more about HomePath, check out acres. Fish Lake Valley, NV. $39,750. Substantial dis- Fannie Mae’s website, www.fanniemae.com. count, gorgeous views. Great To find out whether there’s a government-owned property that’s recreational opportunities, right for you, contact your local Realtor. upscale ranch community. Rainbow Trout creek front- Cher Wollard is a Realtor with age. Financing available to Windermere Welcome Home Realty, Livermore. qualified buyers. 1-877-236- 5204. (CAL*SCAN) PAGE 12 - The Independent, MARCH 11, 2010 ESSAYS (continued from page one) at the school. There were five top short because of another commit- driver about the poverty. The people, it meant so much to the places in each of the four-year ment, Hosterman left the students man replied, “This is simply a boy that the exchange taught her classes, and 19 writers all told in with three thoughts: “Be kind to way of life.” that kindness sometimes involves the honorable mention category. yourself, and others and the en- The rickshaw driver had a giving up something of great Some 27 of the 39 recognized vironment, be a life-long learner, blind eye. Fewer people took value, even though it may appear essays featured compassion as and be happy and play. You’ll be his cab because of his blindness. insignificant to others. their theme. The other five char- an adult for the rest of your life, Barman’s question about seeking Juniors who placed in the acter topics were responsibility, but you are a kid only once.” treatment was met with the an- contest were Christopher Dotson, honesty, integrity, respect and ENCOUNTER WITH swer that the most he ever made Jason Scott, Jennifer Sparks, and self-discipline. A RICKSHAW DRIVER during his 16-hour days was less Wendy Li. City government is a backer A look at the wire-bound than $2. Sophomore Mitchell Schena’s of the “community of character.” volume of essays shows a wide When Barman came home to won first place with his tale of a Councilmember Jerry Thorne diversity of stories related to the Pleasanton, he took up a “quest shirt with a slight, barely notice- was in attendance. Mayor Jenni- contest’s themes. One of the most to make a difference.” He vol- able stain on it, which he gave to fer Hosterman briefly addressed dramatic concerning compassion unteered at Open Heart Kitchen a drive for holiday gifts to needy the luncheon, which was attended was submitted by the senior class and other charities. It was not children. by proud parents and teachers, first-place winner Naman Bar- enough for him. “If that rickshaw A few days after the holidays, too. man. He said that he is Indian driver could work tirelessly in the back at school, Mitchell saw a Hosterman, who has attended and American. He wrote about intense heat sixteen hours a day, I classmate in a shirt of the same several past contest luncheons, discovering the reality of Indian could give back more than a few style. When the boy took off his said, “I am impressed with the society during his visit to Vara- hours a week,” wrote Barman. backpack, Mitchell could see a level of writing, and the way you nasi, India. Barman looked around and stain, the same one on the shirt address life. Some of the stories Barman walked among emaci- found a foundation that tries to he had donated. He didn’t say left me in a puddle of tears.” ated bodies lying in the streets. prevent blindness in India. “I anything about it. “I just sat in Having to cut her approach He commented to a rickshaw immediately pictured Hanuman my chair with a grin on my face, with his bleak eyes staring at me. and tears filling up my eyes,” he This time I knew I could make a wrote. direct impact,” said Barman. Sophomore place finishers New Tool Used to Barman organized a fund- were Ryan O’Hair, Emily Wil- raiser centered on Indian folk liams, Camille Lusher, and Mary Monitor Nuclear Stockpile dancing, and raised $1500 for the Gruen. blindness charity. In first place among fresh- The Department of Energy’s inside the human body without National Nuclear Security Ad- exploratory surgery. The other senior class contest men was Kelly McDeavitt. She ministration (NNSA) annouced Called CoLOSSIS (Confined winners were Brynn Kron, Na- wrote about visiting a senior that it recently completed the Large Optical Scintillator Screen than Cheung, Angela Chan, and convalescent home, and learning, installation and successful startup and Imaging System), the high- Sylvia Wong. over time, about the loneliness of of a new surveillance diagnostic resolution imaging system is SMALL GIFT SHOWS HOW people living there unnoticed by tool that is capable of detecting used to scan weapons compo- COMPASSION WORKS most people, and how she could aging defects on critical com- nents to identify any anomalies Ellen Wilson won first place become “a light to those in the ponents in the nation’s nuclear that require additional attention. among the juniors for her essay shadows.” weapons stockpile. The system’s software assembles about a visit to Guatemala. A Freshmen who place second In response to NNSA’s need the collected digital radiographs marble given to her by a young through fifth were Marie Morley, to implement cost effective, into a large three-dimensional boy was his treasure. Though Tanvi Gurazada, Hunju Hwang, optimized inspection of nuclear image that scientists can analyze apparently insignificant to most and Mihir Naik. components (also known as to discover any problems or “surveillance transformation”), anomalies. scientists at Lawrence Livermore After several years of de- National Laboratory (LLNL) signing and testing at LLNL, teamed with NNSA’s Pantex the CoLOSSIS installation and Plant near Amarillo, Texas, to qualification was completed develop a new X-ray computed in September 2009 at Pantex. tomography (CT) system to im- The project was managed and age nuclear weapon components. supported through NNSA’s En- The new CT scan will enhance hanced Surveillance and Core NNSA’s surveillance program Surveillance Programs. by providing a precise non-de- This new capability will be structive means for the detection used to detect structural varia- of aging phenomena on nuclear tions arising from so-called weapon components for evalua- “birth defects” or from the aging tion of potential impact, and to effects. One key feature of this provide a basis for assuring a state-of-the-art, nondestructive high level of confidence in their tool lies in the fact that it con- continued performance. serves resources and assets by “This new system is a prime eliminating some destructive example of NNSA’s ability to le- procedures and disassembly verage the best science and tech- operations. Future inspections nology in the world to solve com- at Pantex will generate detailed, plex national security challenges high fidelity surveillance data and highlights our commitment for scientists at LLNL and Los to transforming a Cold War Alamos National Laboratory nuclear weapons complex into (LANL). This tool and the associ- a 21st century nuclear security ated data that it generates repre- enterprise,” said NNSA Adminis- sent a substantial improvement to trator Thomas P. D’Agostino. NNSA’s approach to conducting This new, state-of-the-art surveillance. nondestructive tool is similar The first user of the CoLOSIS in concept to CT scanners used will be LANL in support of pit by doctors and hospitals to view surveillance activities for the Air Force’s B61 gravity bomb. THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION II THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 Art, Community, & Education

Livermore School of Dance Performs 'Reveries and Remembrances' Le Tableau Magnifique, premier Ballet day, March 27. Tickets are $8 for adults and seniors and tion of diversity in dance by offering a clas- Company with Livermore School of Dance, Performances will be at 1:00 p.m. and $6 for children age 17 and under.” sical and contemporary ballet program. The will present its second annual showcase, 7:00 p.m. at The Livermore High Performing For the 2009-2010 season, Le Tableau performance includes a full-length produc- “Reveries and Remembrances,” on Satur- Arts Theater at 600 Maple Street. Magnifique (LTM) continues with its reputation of the hauntingly beautiful Giselle, with original choreography by Yuri Grigorovich and Marius Petipa. Other classical ballet pieces include excerpts from The Firebird, with Stravinsky’s remarkable score enhancing the elegant dancers. There is also a montage of contemporary ballet set to some of the late Michael Jackson’s most innovative music. The final dance pays homage to The Phantom of the Opera and the grandiose “Masquerade Ball,” complete with winding staircases for the masked dancers to make their grand entrance. Le Tableau Magnifique Ballet Company dancers commit many hours each month outside of their regular dance classes to the art of ballet and the community. They have performed for local charitable venues, including The Taylor Family Foundation, Rosewood Gardens, Heritage Estates, and ValleyCare Health Care Foundation. The dancers’ passion for ballet, shows in their beautiful execution of movement and ex- pressions of joy while performing. For more information about “Reveries and Remembrances,” please contact Liver- more School of Dance at (925) 245-9322 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Tickets are on sale now.

Photos by Lynn Fitzpatrick feature Albrecht and Giselle (left) and the Willis facing off over Albrecht (photo at right). 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 Art & Entertainment

“Making of an Opera” Part Three: Finishing Touches by Heidi Massie and LVO’s volunteers. (This is the last of a three-part “It’s my job as stage manager series about Livermore Valley to keep tech week stress-free, calm Opera’s March production of Jo- and organized,” said Bethanie hann Strauss’ “Die Fledermaus,” Baeyen, LVO’s professional stage and the dedicated volunteers who manager for “Die Fledermaus.” bring opera to the stage.) “I’m the liaison between the stage It’s crunch time. director and actors and techni- It’s the final day of Livermore cal staff, making sure everyone Valley Opera’s dress rehearsals for knows the director’s rehearsal their production of Johann Strauss’ schedule.” comedic opera “Die Fledermaus” Tech week begins on the Sunday which opens Saturday night at the before opening night. The sets and Bankhead Theater. The opera has large props are transported to the been almost 18 months in the mak- theater from the construction shop ing and now the first performance with the help of many volunteers is just days away. like Bill Rabe, set construction This week, known as “tech chief. He rents a truck and orga- week,” has been busy with ac- nizes a team for this laborious task. tivities every day and evening. Set designer Jean Francois Revon There’s a lot to accomplish such supervises the unloading and as putting up sets in the theater, ensures the sets are properly put rehearsals with costumes and or- together and secured. Costumes chestra, lighting checks and final and smaller props arrive as well, all pushes to sell tickets. The finishing with the help of volunteers. touches to sets built by LVO’s vol- For the next four days, the unteers are placed, while others are theater is buzzing with Bankhead readying themselves with steam stage crew, opera technical staff, irons and needles and thread for directors and performers. The last minute costume adjustments. lighting designer, set designer, Photos - Doug Jorgensen Though it’s a hectic week, it will stage manager and volunteers may In the top photo, Jillian Boye has her Adele costume adjusted by Costume Designer Christina all come together – it always does, spend up to 12 hours each day per- Weiland. In the lower photo, Daniel Ebbers (left) (Eisenstein) plots with Igor Viera (Dr. Falke) to crash with the help of the stage manager fecting sets and lights. Then, for the Prince's elaborate ball.

three hours each night, everyone is As the saying goes, “practice on hand for rehearsals. makes perfect.” That is the focus “Monday night is the first op- of the nightly rehearsals. It’s not portunity for all performers to be until Wednesday and Thursday on stage with costumes,” explained that full dress rehearsals with Baeyen. “We do a ‘walk-through’ costumes, wigs, make-up and of each scene so the stage director orchestra occur. and artistic director can review “Wednesday is my first oppor- everything to ensure the audience tunity to work with the orchestra will see and hear the performance in the theater,” said LVO’s music as it should be.” Tuesday is more director Alexander Katsman. “It’s of the same but with piano accom- the first time I hear the orchestra paniment for the singers. and singers together and work to “Tech week is all about decid- achieve a well balanced sound.” ing what the entire picture will With only two nights to accom- look like,” added David Cox, plish this, does he feel pressure? LVO’s professional stage director. “No, I don’t get stressed,” he said “I look to fine-tune the production. confidently. However, I step aside and let the Though stage manager Baeyen technical people do their job. If I works to keep rehearsals mov- see something that needs adjusting, ing, there are always unforeseen changes are made.” Though Cox glitches. “Sometimes there’s a says there can be times of frustra- delay with costume changes or a tion, he looks forward to this final wig falls off while rehearsing. With phase of the production. “It’s the help of the volunteers, we keep exciting to see it all come together things moving.” with the costumes, sets, lighting Baeyen who has managed and performers on stage.” numerous theater productions is Art & Entertainment THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 3 OPERA (continued from page 2) amazed at the degree of support want it any other way. For them, from LVO’s volunteers. “I don’t it’s all about sharing opera with the know of any other company that community. has this kind of support. It makes This Weekend! my job so much easier.” Livemore Valley Opera presents: Artistic director and LVO Johann Strauss’ founder Raquel Holt agreed. “LVO “Die Fledermaus” relies heavily on volunteers. We Saturday Opening Night Gala are very fortunate that so many Tribute to John Shirley: have stayed with LVO for so long. March 13. Gala 5:00pm (separate It’s their passion for opera that ticket). Curtain 8:00 p.m. keeps them involved.” orchestra plays its first notes, Sunday, March 14, 2:00pm Mati- Friday arrives quickly. The the- the audience will have no idea nee and Family ater is “dark,” meaning the singers the amount of work and months Ice Cream Sunday get the night off to rest their voices. of preparation that went into the Saturday March 20, 8:00pm And then, it’s opening night. performance. That’s okay with Sunday March 21, 2:00pm Mat- As the curtain rises and the LVO’s volunteers; they wouldn’t inee Bankhead Theater For tickets, call 925-373-6800 or visit www.bankheadtheater.com. St. Patrick's Day Festivities For more information about LVO, visit www.livermoreval- This Weekend in Dublin leyopera.org The City of Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival will be held at the Dublin Civic Center (parking lot) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat. and Sun., March 13 and 14. There will be over 100 craft and commercial vendor booths, an international food court, three stages featuring authentic Irish entertainment, sheep herding, carnival rides and other attractions. The Irish Tea Cottage will be open in the Library Program Room featuring a Celtic harpist, storytelling, crafts, knitting and of course, tea. There is no admission charge. Parking is free. The Annual Firefighter’s Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station #16 (located on Donohue Drive and Amador Valley Blvd) will take place on Saturday morning – with green pancakes ready at 7am. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $5 each. The annual parade, presented by the Dublin Lions Club, can be seen on Amador Valley Blvd. or Village Parkway. The parade has over 80 entries including equestrian riders, clowns, local marching bands, bag- pipes, and more. The parade steps-off promptly at 9:30 a.m. On Sunday morning, the Shamrock 5K Fun Run and Walk will be held. This is a certified 3.5 mile course. Register on-line at Active.com or download an application from the event website. The celebration will also include two other activities: the Green & White Gala sponsored by the Sister City Organization will be held on Friday, March 12th at the Dublin Senior Center. Tickets are only $65 per person. Call 925. 829-4758 to make reservations. Lady K and the Kings of Swing will be performing at the Dublin Senior Center on Saturday, March 13th at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 Art & Entertainment Symphony Presents 'Enigma, Romance and Scandal'

“Enigma, Romance and Scan- tions to be led by guest conductor, dal” is the theme of the March 27 Mitchell Sardou Klein. This work Livermore Amador Symphony consists of the theme and its four- concert to be presented at the teen variations that develop from Bankhead Theater in Livermore. the theme’s various harmonic, There will be a prelude at 7 p.m. rhythmic and melodic elements. The concert begins at 8 p.m. It was dedicated by Elgar to his This program is wide in its “friends pictured within;” each scope, both in its scenic range and variation being a portrayal of each the variety of moods presented; of his circle of acquaintances. The from the intimate personal portraits first variation represents his wife, depicted in Elgar’s Enigma Varia- Caroline, who was a constant tions to the tempestuous descent source of encouragement to him; into the Inferno depicted by Tchai- while the popular variation “Nim- kovsky in Francesca de Rimini. rod” commemorates his friend, The concert opens with Samuel music editor, Jaeger. Mitchell Sardou Klein Barber’s overture to The School Maestro Klein has had exten- as familiar as Beethoven’s large for Scandal under the direction sive experience in conducting both works they have been classed as of Dr. Arthur Barnes. Although symphony and ballet orchestras “rare gems.” Romantic, of course, Kirstin Anderson this piece was only suggested by both nationally and internationally. they present an exquisite dialogue Sheridan’s play and not composed He has led concert tours through between the strings and the audi- recounts the story of the tragic point of view with a plaintive for any particular production Austria, Hungary, Australia and ence. The interchange of melodies lovers, Paulo and Francesca, who clarinet melody. She describes her of that comedy, its quick tempo New Zealand-to name but a few. between the soloist and the orches- are tormented in the second circle past happiness and present misery suggests the witty exchanges and He has appeared in national and with accompanying melodies from th tra is expressive and “dolce.” of Hell, which is reserved for gossip of an 18 century salon. It international broadcasts including Anderson is widely experi- punishment of those who gave in harp and English horn. Inevitably, opens with a theatrical flourish PBS and KQED television, and he enced, both as violin soloist and to sensual pleasures. the music draws the audience back played by the entire orchestra. has been the recipient of numerous as concertmaster for several or- The heavy brass harmonies into that terrifying storm from This is followed by varied themes awards. chestras. The piece provides a introduce a somber, dark atmo- which there is no escape. and tempi introduced by strings, The tranquil mood is then taken calm interlude before the audience sphere, which gives way to a The Bankhead Theater is oboe and clarinet-both lyrical and up by Kirstin Anderson, LAS Con- descends into the depths of the furious orchestral acceleration located at 2400 First St., Liver- jaunty. It all comes together in a cert Master, as she continues the second circle of the Inferno. describing the spinning tempest more. For tickets call 925-373- rollicking, emphatic finish. program with her performance With Francesca da Rimini of souls confined to this region. In 6800, or go online to www.liver- This selection is followed by of Beethoven’s Romances for Tchaikovsky created what he contrast, the second section intro- moreperformingarts.org. Elgar’s well-known Enigma Varia- violin No. 1 and 2. Although not styled a “symphonic fantasy.” It duces the story from Francesca’s

Early Music Series Continues with 'Girltopia' to Raise Funds for Haiti Harpsichord and Fortepiano Pleasanton Senior Girl Scout senior Girl Scout Marie McCoy- mended. The money raised at this Las Positas College 2010 Early The pre-concert talk also fea- Troop 31473 will host a perfor- Thompson. event will be sent to the people Music Concert Series continues tures Kevin Fryer, a master San mance with two goals. One is to For the past few months, the of Haiti who faced a devastating March 20 with a presentation by Francisco instrument builder with raise funds for UNICEF’s Haiti troop has been discussing the earthquake, putting many adults Yuko Tanaka on the harpsichord a worldwide reputation who will Earthquake Fund. The second is to similarities and differences be- and children in difficult situations. and fortepiano. interview the artist and discuss raise awareness concerning girls’ tween girls’ positions in societies Mahatma Gandhi once said, “You There is a 7:30 pre-concert talk, the instruments as well as the rights around the world. around the world. The show will must be the change you wish to followed by the concert at 8 p.m. repertoire. The March 16 performance has focus on promoting “Girltopia”- a see in this world.” To make a real Tanaka returns to Las Positas The concert concludes with a the theme “Girltopia.” It will be utopia for girls where girls’ values, change in peoples’ lives, one must College to demonstrate her virtu- reception where the audience can held at Pleasanton Middle School needs, and interests are respected learn about the quality of those osity on both the harpsichord and meet the performer and the see the from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Interactive and celebrated. lives right now in the real world. the fortepiano. She will perform instruments. Refreshments for the games and artistic showcases will Learning about the difficulties Join local Girl Scout troops music from three generations of reception are provided by Amador symbolize girls’ positions in societ- girls and women around the world on March 16, 2010 to learn what the Bach family from the early Valley Catering Co., a student run ies around the world and the hard- face will expose the audience to the lives of girls around the world are baroque to the high baroque on the catering business at AVHS. ships they constantly face. problems in societies and in what really like and how our community harpsichord and the early classical Tickets are available at the door “There is no better cause that ways they can take action. Raising can help. period on the fortepiano. at $15 general admission, $5.00 is more relevant or deserving right awareness is the first step in mak- Pleasanton Middle School is The Bach dynasty held an un- students now than Haiti; it has experienced ing the world a better place, but located at 5001 Case Ave., Pleas- disputed place in the music world The concerts are held in the col- a devastating loss. We would like taking action is what counts. anton. All are invited to attend. For for two hundred years with more lege library, building 2000, 3000 to do what we can to help, “ said Although this event will be free information, contact Preeti Tata at than fifty musicians of that name. Campus Hill Drive, Livermore. of charge, donations are recom- 523-3230. Today, Bach remains synonymous The venue is wheelchair accessible. with great music. This program For additional information, visit will demonstrate the reason for the website at www.lpcearlymusic. The Cool Tones The Cool Tones Big Band to perform at the Pleasanton Public their fame. org or contact Marilyn Marquisa Library on Sun., March 21 from 2 to 3 p.m. Yuko will play on two instru- at 925.424.1209 or mmarquis@ Perform at The band plays swing hits. ments: a harpsichord, built by laspositascollege.edu. Library programs are free and open to everyone. The Friends of the master instrument builder, Kevin These concerts are sponsored Pleasanton Pleasanton Library is sponsoring the program. Call Penny Johnson at Fryer and a Stein fortepiano, re- in part by the Las Positas Col- 925/931-3405 for information. built by Janine Johnson, specialist lege Foundation and the Alameda Library No registration required. in Viennese style fortepianos. County Arts Council. Art & Entertainment THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 5 Amador Friends of California Writers Club Offers Workshop The California Writers Club– their work to a judge or editors. Writing” classes, led workshops Tri-Valley Branch offers writers Lauderdale is a contest winner on editing and revising and is a Music Fund-raiser: of all genres and experience levels herself, most recently for her latest popular speaker at writers’ confer- the opportunity to learn about book, In Franklin’s House. This ences. Lauderdale divides her time 'The Sidewalk Cafe' their craft and share their work. workshop is perfect for writers between her homes in Martinez The next meeting is on Saturday, who have taken their manuscripts and Cedarville and can often be The public is invited to attend the Amador Friends of Music 6th March 20 from 11:30 am to 3:00 as far as they can on their own, found airborne with her husband Annual Magic of Music fund-raiser on Saturday, March 27, 6 p.m. pm at Empire Buffet, 1070 East but want to know what else they in their 1958 Cessna 175. at the Pleasanton Senior Center. This year’s event is called “The Stanley Boulevard, Livermore. can do to polish, edit, and improve The meeting cost is $21 for Sidewalk Café.” This is a new meeting location for their work. members and $27 for nonmem- The Magic of Music is the annual fund-raising event for the Ama- the group. Lauderdale has been in love bers, including lunch. Anyone dor Friends of Music, the non- Author Beverly Lauderdale, a with writing since she could hold curious about the group is invited profit organization supporting longtime writing instructor and a pencil. to attend with no obligation to join. Reservations are required. the activities of the Amador frequent judge of national and The author of three novels, The To make a reservation for Valley High School Band and regional writing contests, will Long Wind, Notes When Summer Ends, and In Franklin’s House, March 20, contact Fred Norman Color Guard. It replaces many reveal the inside track on what she has also authored hundreds at [email protected] or 925- smaller fund-raisers with one contest judges want and how can writers give their manuscripts a of articles and short stories for 462-7495 by Wednesday, March fun night which includes an competitive edge. In a two-hour publications including: The Los 17. For more information on the upscale dinner, dancing, silent workshop, Lauderdale will offer Angeles Times; Biography; The California Writers Club–Tri-Valley auction, live auction, raffles, practical advice and specific tips Writer; Essence; Travel & Leisure; Branch, contact Lani Longshore games, with musical enter- to ensure a finely crafted entry, and Timber Creek Review. She at 925-455-1338 or go to long- tainment provided by students whether writers are submitting has taught numerous “Craft of [email protected] or go to in the award-winning Amador www.trivalleywriters.org. jazz bands. The event is crucial to sup- Parent and Me Art Class Offered at the Bothwell porting the band’s activities and growth. In fact, notes A new parent-and-me art class, would be a perfect place to launch week session on Thursday, March Magic of Music Chairman Pee Wee Art Time, will begin Pee Wee Art Time. A bonus for 11th, 9:30 to 10:30 am. The first Steve Kirch, “over the past March 11 at the Bothwell Arts the wee ones is that a playground class of this session will be free Center in Livermore. is being constructed right outside of charge. RSVP, space is lim- five years we’ve raised over “We’ve had many parents ask $175,000 to purchase $70,000 in instruments, $50,000 for new uni- the building, which is soon to be ited. Additional 4-week sessions about preschool art programs in the completed. forms, $5000 for a new golf cart as well as many other items. We continue thru June. The Bothwell past and are pleased to finally offer Jen Queirolo has been bringing Arts Center is located at 2466 8th have been able to support the growth of the band to 230 members, something creative for the young her daughter Siena to Miss Ava’s Street, Livermore. Visit http://sites. making it the largest organization on campus, comprising nearly 10% ones,” said Linda Ryan, manager Pee Wee Playtime class for 2 years google.com/site/peeweearttime/ of the Amador Valley High School student body.” of the Bothwell Arts Center. and has one of those children who for more information and to reg- This year’s event is a tribute to this year’s marching band show Ava Chinn, who currently can’t seem to get enough art time. ister. “Where the Sidewalk Ends” that started with the entire band lying on teaches Pee Wee Playtime in Dub- “Siena loves Miss Ava and she the ground forming a sidewalk on the field. They finished the year lin, will teach Pee Wee Playtime. loves her class—especially the art at the WBA championships for CA in seventh place with their finest She said she has been impressed by projects. Personally, I cherish the performance of the season. how her students (even the 2-year special time we’ve spent together The night includes a specially created three course French Bistro olds) were engaged and focused in such a fun, creative, loving menu provided by Eddie Papa’s. An extra special treat will be the on the arts and craft portion of environment. It’s amazing how Purple and Gold and Sidewalk Martinis. And of course the wonder- her class. much Siena has grown, learned to ful opportunities to support our band with live and silent auctions “It’s really exciting to see these express herself in her art and be and games. young children enjoying art and be- creative in her art technique, and Amador Friends of Music invites everyone in the community to ing proud of their ‘masterpieces.’ overall become more confident. grab a beret for their last chance to see where the sidewalk ends with They inspire me because their art We are both looking forward to fellow music friends, adding that you won’t want to miss out on the is pure, innocent and uninhibited,” this opportunity to spend more opportunity to see world-class performances by our own Amador says Ava Chinn. After taking a time together being creative,” said Jazz Bands. painting class herself at the Both- Queirolo. well Arts Center, she knew this Tickets for this exciting event are $65 per person (down from $75 Pee Wee Art Time begins a 4- last year). There will also be a cash bar with half of the proceeds coming back to the band. For more information, to purchase tickets or to learn more about sponsorships, go to www.amadormusic.org. Ticket orders and donations can also be sent to AFM, PO Box 602, Pleasanton, CA 94566. 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 Art & Entertainment Italian Film Festival Comedy Night Benefits Planned at College PAR 4 Kids Following a successful event which spoke of the immigrant’s last year, Las Positas College offi- pain at being separated from home cials have announced the College’s and family. A comedy night benefit Second Annual Italian Film Festi- On Saturday, March 27 the for PAR 4 Kids’ Sake will be val. It will be held March 26-27 feature film will be My Brother, held at Tommy T’s Comedy in Building 2400 at Las Positas My Sister Sold for a Fistful of Lira (90 minutes). Steakhouse in Pleasanton, on College, 3000 Campus Hill Drive in Livermore. Following World War II, Italy Thursday, March 18. The schedule is the same for was a place of such great privation Regina Stoops, who lives both events. From 6 p.m. to 6:30 that tens of thousands of young in Pleasanton, will be the p.m. guests are invited to attend a children, especially in the rural opening act. Regina has reception, followed at 7 p.m. with South, were “sold” to a Neapoli- performed all over the Bay a discussion of the feature film, tan-American adoption agency for Area and utilizes her per- and a question and answer period. a few thousand lire. The Catholic sonal knowledge of raising The feature film will begin at 7:30 Church organized this effort. an autistic child to keep the p.m. My Brother, My Sister follows audience entertained. Bobby On Friday, March 26 the fea- the efforts of Pia Dilisa to find her siblings, who were 7 and 9 Collins, who took over for ture film will be Pane Amaro (103 minutes). Pane Amaro recounts years old when they were shipped Rosie O’Donnell on VH1 important events that shaped the to America in 1952, never to be and has toured with Cher, Italian American experience by heard from again. Pia’s remarkable Dolly Parton, Julio Iglesias, weaving together compelling per- quest, 45 years later, is punctuated and Tony Bennett will be the sonal accounts, commentary by by mind-boggling interviews with featured performer. noted scholars, and rare historical church officials (in Rome and New One hundred percent of photographs and footage. York) who stonewall her: somehow the tickets sales proceeds to records were not kept or cannot be PAR 4 Kids’ Sake. Among other events, the film found today; “it all happened so PAR 4 Kids’ Sake is a looks at the lynching of 11 Italian very long ago,” she’s told. Pia is a salt-of-the-earth heroine - embed 8 year old charity that was immigrants in New Orleans in Dasha Ryutor, a 7th grade student from Livermore, operates the 1891 - the largest in U.S. history, with tenacity, unfailing decency, founded by parents of special the establishment and growth of and loyalty to a brother and sister education kids and supported camera while Jeff Eorio, Director of Parks and Community Services she hardly remembers. Her story for San Ramon, prepares to be interviewed for “Tri-Valley Youth “Little Italys,” the 1911 Triangle by a dedicated committee Factory fire, in which dozens of is enthralling. of 20 people. PAR has been View." immigrant women workers died, The Italian Film Festival is raising and donating money the crucial role of Italian work- co-sponsored by the LPC Foreign to groups that focus on curing ers in the development of the Language Department, LPC Foun- autism and helping kids and American labor movement, and dation, Campus Change Network, families with autism. TV Camp Open to the internment of Italian American and the Western Regional Chapter Tickets can be purchased civilians declared “enemy aliens” of the American Italian Historical Association. on the PAR 4 Kids’ Sake during World War II. The title of Grades 6 to 11 the film comes from a popular Nea- For further information, please website at www.par4kids politan song of the early 1900’s, contact Catherine Suarez at (924) sake.org or directly from any Tri-Valley TV Camp, offered by Tri-Valley Community Television, 424-1212. of the committee members. includes an introduction to studio production, field production, writ- Tickets are $20 each, 2 for ing, producing and digital video editing. The day camp consists of a Vine Center to Host $35, or a table of 10 for $150. total of 20 hours and is open to students in grades 6 – 11 from all over The show will start at 7.30 the Tri-Valley. Participants will work within a group to produce a TV Taste of the Vine program. PM with the doors opening nd Tri-Valley TV Camp sold out last year in its first year of existence. The Vine Center will host its 2 Chenes Winery, Occasio Winery, at 5:30 PM. Optional dinner, Therefore, this year, two sessions will be offered to campers. The first Annual Taste of the Vine on Thurs- Page Mill Winery, Red Feather appetizers, and drinks can be session will take place June 14 - 18. The second session will be avail- day, March 25 from 5 to 8 p.m. The Winery, Retzlaff Vineyards, Ruby purchased during the eve- able from August 9 – 13. Tri-Valley TV Camp will run from 9 a.m. – 1 community is invited to stop by Hill Winery, Ryhan Estate Vine- ning with a 2 item minimum p.m. each day. The fee is $495 and registration is limited. the free event. There will be live yards, Steven Kent Winery, Wood purchase. “Last year students produced a one hour special that aired on TV30 music, complimentary appetizers Family Vineyards will be pouring “Our success would not titled “Tri-Valley Youth View”, said Melissa Tench-Stevens, Executive and wine from local vintners. their wines while taxi service will be possible without the tre- Director of Tri-Valley TV. “Students not only had the opportunity to The event is being hosted by be available through DeSoto Cab mendous support we receive work with our staff at a real television station, but interviewed two The Vine Center’s businesses Company. Participants will also from individuals and busi- Mayors and other key city personnel. We were fielding calls all year including Tri-Valley Bank, Candy have a chance to win a gift basket nesses throughout our com- long from the positive buzz created by last year’s camp and this year’s Bouquet, Zephyrs Grill & Bar, by turning in their Taste of the munity” explained Cindy camp will be just as exciting.” Vine Cinema, Fusion 3 Salon, Vine passports after having them Everson, mother of 2 autistic In addition to providing valuable hands-on experience in television Edward Jones, Café Art, Verizon stamped by each of The Vine children and co-founder of production, Tri-Valley TV Camp will give students an overall picture – Elite Club Wireless, Windermere businesses. PAR 4 Kids’ Sake. “We are of the production process, help prepare them for related courses in Real Estate and Extreme Pizza. While admission is free, at- so thankful to Tommy T’s for video and provide an edge for their future in the television industry. Childcare services will be pro- tendees are encouraged to make a donation to Tri-Valley Haven, putting on this comedy night. Experienced ROP Media instructor Mitch Eason will be returning as vided at Café Art for children 5 years and older. A $20 fee will which is a safe house for adults Events like this will help us to Camp Director. The camp is located at the Tri-Valley Community Television Studios cover the childcare as well as art and children who have experienced achieve our goal of finding a materials, pizza, drinks and pop- abuse or homelessness. Tri-Val- cure and helping the kids who of TV28, TV29 and TV30 which is on the grounds of the Pleasanton Unified School District, 4663 Bernal Avenue, Suite B in Pleasanton. corn. Live music will be provided ley Haven will have a table at the have special needs reach their by local band Jammies. event with information about their potential”. For more information and to register for the Tri-Valley TV Camp, visit the Tri-Valley TV web site at www.trivalleytv.org or phone the Livermore wineries Fenestra services. station at 925.462.3030. Winery, Cedar Mountain Winery, The Vine Center is located on John Christopher Cellars, Les First Street in Livermore. Wine Country THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 7

Hidden Creek Wine: A trendy warehouse winery by Harry Stoll Try that. Vine yards. ma, and a complex and balanced growers to determine when to waned rather than wined. Ask him Off of scenic Vasco Road, nes- All Hidden Creek Wine has taste and finish. harvest. He aims to stay faithful to start the classes again. tled among roll-up corrugated steel going for it is its very classy wines • 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon to the grape as it was grown and So where is the Hidden Creek? doors, near a cheery sign about a at fair prices. Napa Valley ($28). A classic Bor- harvested. His idea is to leave the It remains well-hidden. It’s the security camera, on a picturesque Such as: deaux, with Merlot and Petit Ver- wine be, with as little intervention name of the street he lives on. Hid- big-rig-size access road, in a bland • 2006 Chardonnay Napa Valley dot making the cab behave. Put it as possible. The juice is fermented den Creek started as The Crush in greige building facing a bland ecru Berry Lane ($18). Selected from with Yankee Pot Roast. for several weeks to extract the a, you guessed it, industrial park. building, find a tasting room the a vine yard just east of the city of • 2005 Syrah Napa Valley ($28). maximum flavor from the grapes. This one in Pleasanton, off of Val- size of a large janitor’s closet. In Napa. Fruity. Fermented in steel A sensuous blast of spice. It’s hot Aging is done barrel-by-barrel to ley Drive. The winery was moved this unlikely venue you can taste and aged in 60% new French oak. in the cool way, not in the burn assure the quality is sustained. to its Vasco Road site a few years wines that have nothing to with the Rich on the palate and easy on the way, and easy to drink. Dark meat Hidden Creek Wine winery is ago and a tasting room opened in dull surroundings. This is Hidden wallet, it’s pairs well with light on the grill. green. It doesn’t use polystyrene in Blacksmith Square. The tasting Creek, one of five valley wineries dishes night and day. Jim marches to a different its shipping boxes, make sure there room was moved to the present that have found it practical to stake • 2005 Reserve Chardonnay drummer when he crosses over is no runoff of waste into storm location on January 3. out space in industrial parks. You Napa Valley Berry Lane ($21). to Solano County for Sangiovese. drains, and minimizes the addi- Jim pioneered placing a winery won’t find teeter-totters or picnic From the same vine yard as the Hidden Creek is out of it right now, tion of sulfites and other additives. in a light industrial are and small tables, nor will you find a well-hid- 2006, but chuck in three bucks but will release more in the fall. It’s Organic waste is recycled, as are winery is not now alone. Other den creek, but you will find sturdy more—a reasonable increase. a wonderful medium bodied wine bottle, cardboard ink cartridges, wineries in industrial sites are Lon- wines to delight you. Steel, oak, palate, and pairing as that goes with most foods. and batteries. It buys grapes from gevity Wine, in the final approach Tip the glass to the light, tip above. This winemaker is very careful vineyards that use sustainable to Livermore airport, Occasio and it back, sniff, taste, and you’ll • 2006 Merlot Napa Valley and particular—perhaps persnick- farming and use few pesticides. Nottingham Cellars—who are forget the physical surroundings La Cerezas Vineyard ($25). Bal- ety, certainly painstaking—at all The space is small, but a recent next door neighbors, a few blacks and know this is great wine. The anced and easy enjoying but not stages of vinifying. (He doesn’t expansion will allow for barrel away—and Las Positas, which will winemaker and owner is Jim Frost. a wussy Merlot. Swellegant as a like the word “producing,” be- tasting and tours. To listen to Jim soon open in an industrial park A vineyard wouldn’t go well with dinner wine with light fare and cause it sounds like something explain what’s going on is a joy. near Greenville Road and I-580. all the concrete around the winery, good friends. factory-made.) He buys grapes He used to hold tasting classes, Hidden Creek’s location is so he selects fruit from the best • 2006 Syrah Livermore Valley from independent vine yards in complete with very informative strictly utilitarian, the wine simply vineyards. We pause here for an Nelson Vineyard ($24). Wants small quantities, one to five tones. handouts. The sessions were re- great, even though it’s not near a observation. Jim is British. He pro- beouf bourguinon. A delicate aro- Hidden Creek works closely with velatory, but he said interest has vineyard. nounces vineyards as two words.

8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010

Call for Artists, Art in the Park, Danville: Valley 2008 Petit Chenin Blanc and 2007 for a relaxing day of wine tasting. Local shall. Tickets are on sale at Little Valley 12th Annual Fine Arts Festival, October Zinfandel. March 20 and 21 Barrel Tasting wineries will showcase their wines for Winery Tasting Room at 739 Main St. 2 & 3, On the Town Green, Front Street with goodies.Tasting Room at the Good tasting while you enjoy finger food, music, in Downtown Pleasanton every Thurs.- Park, by the Library. Categories: Paintings Brewer located at: 2960 Pacific Avenue, inspirational speakers, and, raffles. Mean- Sun. 12-5 p.m. For more information in All Media, Photography, Ceramics, Livermore. der through silent auction items to fit every go to www.sunol.net/srt. Performance Sculpture, Graphics and limited openings Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery, Sunday budget. 10% discount when purchasing dates are March 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27 in Fine Jewelry (no crafts). Sponsored by March 14 taste wine and Irish Soda Bread your $25 ticket on line. https://WineHike. at the Sunol Glen School Theatre, 11601 Alamo Danville Artists’ Society and the to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. No tasting ticketleap.com Use code: SUPPORT or Main St., Sunol. Admission is $15 for Town of Danville, this event is a Fund fee Sunday. There will be a private Cab- call 925 413 7788 925 413 7788 reserved seating. Raiser for Art in the Schools of the San ernet Sauvignon Vertical Tasting hosted One Act Plays, presented by Las Positas Ramon School District. Art in the Park by the winemaker. Vertical tasting begins MUSIC/CONCERTS College, March 10 at 12:30 p.m. and includes a Judged Inside Art Show and on the hour at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 & 4:00 Jake Shimabukuro, ukulele, March 17, March 12 at 8 p.m. Campus theater, 3000 food, wine and live entertainment. Booth p.m. in the winery. $10.00 per person/ plays jazz, blues, funk, classical, blue- Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. Free admis- Judy Rice’s collection of spaces are 10’ x 10’ and the fees are $85 for free for wine club. Classes are first grass, folk, flamenco, and rock. 7:30 p.m. sion. 424-1119. paintings on Masa Paper will be non ADAS members. Artist’s applications come first served & will close when full. in the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, The Curious Savage, presented by Asbury available: e-mail ormawebb@comcast. contact [email protected] for more Livermore. Cost: $26 - $46. Information: Players, Sat., March 13, Sun., March 14, on display at the Garré Winery net or call 925 828-9170. information. The winery is located at 3053 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePer- Friday, March 19 and Sat., March 20. and Restaurant from March 1 Marina Ave, Livermore; 443-1998, www. formingArts.org. Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 - April 30. Garré Winery is at 7986 MEETINGS rmwinery.com Three Generations of Bach, Harpsichord East Ave., Livermore. Curtain time is 8 Middle School Poetry Society, Students Wine release, Mitchell Katz Winery, Sat., and Fortepiano Recital, March 20, Early p.m. on Friday and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Tesla Road. Hours are M-F 11:00- from Harvest Park, Hart and Pleasanton March 20, noon to 5 p.m. Live music, Music Concert series, Yuko Tanaka will on Sunday. Tickets are $10 general admis- 2:30, and Sat-Sun 11:30-5:30. middle schools are invited to participate heavy appetizers, keepsake wine stem, perform music from three generations of sion, $8 for seniors and children under 12. in Middle School Poetry Society. Poet various varietal tasting. New releases: the Bach family from the early baroque For additional information or to reserve Martha Meltzer will lead a series of six 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon - Walker Vine- to the high baroque on the harpsichord tickets, please call 455-1048. Wednesday workshops which will be held yards - Certified Organic and Gold Medal and the early classical period on the Die Fledermaus, Livermore Valley Opera, at Harvest Park Middle School in room fortepiano. At 7:30 p.m. in the library at March 13, 14, 19, 20, 21. Bankhead The- ART EXHIBITS 2010 SF Chronicle Wine Competition D-33 on March 17, 24, 31 and April 14. Las Positas College, 3033 Collier Canyon ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Tickets at Livermore Art Association Gallery, award winning wine, 2007 Petite Sirah On April 21, the students will share their Road, Livermore. Cost: $15. For infor- 925-373-6800, www.livermoreperform- located in Carnegie Park, offers art - Falling Star Vineyard. $20 per person work at a poetry reading. Please contact mation call 925-424-1467 or see www. ingarts.org. classes, unusual gifts, painting rentals, art entry fee. 1188 Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton. Lynn Gatehouse at lgatehouse@pleasan- lpcearlymusic.org. exhibits and information pertaining to the No reservations required. 931-0744 oar ton.k12.ca.us to register Tao Lin, Classical Piano, Ohlone College art field, 2155 Third St., Livermore. The www.mitchellkatzwinery.com. Pleasanton Art League and Livermore Smith Center Presents! Sat., March 20, gallery has been open since 1974 and is 3rd Annual Wine Tasting Silent Auction, Art Association, General meeting Mon., 8 p.m. Smith Center at Ohlone College, run as a co-op by local artists. Hours are White Crane Winery, noon to 4pm, Sun., March 15, 7:30 p.m. Cultural Arts Build- 43600 Mission Boulevard in Fremont. Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 p.m. For information April 25. Benefitting the Leukemia and ing, 4455 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Theme Tickets: $15-$25 at 510-659-6031 or call 449-9927. Lymphoma Society. Hosted by HIKE is Art Materials Play Night. Try many www.smithcenterpresents.com. Seward Johnson Sculptures Coming to members of Team in Training. Join us different mediums, some new on the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, Fri., March Downtown Pleasanton, April 1, interac- for a relaxing day of wine tasting. Local market, such as water-soluble oil paint, 26, 8 p.m. Del Valle Fine Arts concert. tive exhibit by sculptor J. Seward John- wineries will showcase their wines for scratchboard, self-hardening clay, water- Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Liver- son placed on sidewalk locations. The tasting while you enjoy finger food, music, color crayons, acrylic paints, plasticized more. 925-373-6800, www.livermoreper- eleven life-size, three-dimensional bronze inspirational speakers, and, raffles. Mean- papers, Tyvek and liquid watercolors and formingarts.org. sculptures depict the everyday activities der through silent auction items to fit every more. Everyone is welcome. Materials Livermore Amador Symphony, concert of people who may be found anywhere, budget. 10% discount when purchasing will be supplied by PAL and Way Up March 27, “Enigma, Romance and Scan- from a man reading a newspaper on a park your $25 ticket on line. https://WineHike. Art & Frame at no charge to you. Bring dal,” 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First bench and an elderly woman carrying a ticketleap.com Use code: SUPPORT or an apron.. St., Livermore. Kristina Anderson, violin. bag of groceries to a child welcoming a call 925 413 7788 925 413 7788 Livermore Valley's Barrel Tasting Week- Mitchell Sardou Kein, conductor, Elgar’s soldier home from duty. The exhibit will Seussical, the Musical, Amador Valley and WINERY EVENTS end, March 20 and 21, noon to 4:30 p.m. Enigma Variations. 925-373-6800, www. remain in place through June 30, 2010. Foothill High Schools, March 18-20 and Big Red Wine Tasting, Murrieta's Well and Chance to pre-purchase wines before they livermoreperformingarts.org. More information about the J. Seward 25-27, Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Wente Vineyards. Sat., March 13, 6 to 8 have even bottled (aka "futures") and ex- Diablo Symphony Orchestra, guest con- Johnson exhibit is available by contacting Rd., Pleasanton. Adults $12, student (18 p.m. at Murrieta's Well tasting room, 3005 perience unique activities offered at each ductor Eric Kujawsky, works by Brahms Pleasanton Fine Arts Coordinator Julie and under) $10. Tickets at http://civicart- Mines Rd., Livermore. Light appetizers, of our participating wineries throughout and Chabrier; Gershwin's "Rhapsody Finegan at [email protected] stickets.org or (925) 931-3444. wine tasting and special purchasing privi- the weekend including food pairings, in Blue," played by 12-year old piano or (925) 931-5355. Friday Night Open Mic for Teens, March leges in our historic barrel room. $25 per bottle your own wines, winemaker discus- virtuoso Alex Chien. 2 p.m. March 28, Art exhibit, Judy Rice's collection of paint- 19. Performers sign up between 6 and guest and $20 per Silver Spur member plus sions, music and more! For a list of wines Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic ings on Masa Paper will be on display at 7 p.m. Rules and forms available on tax includes wine tasting, light appetizers being sampled, activities by winery, and Dr., Walnut Creek. $12, $18, $20. 943- the Garré Winery and Restaurant from ptown411.com. Veterans Hall, 301 Main and special purchasing privileges Reser- to purchase tickets visit www.LVwine.org 7469, www.lesherartscenter.org or www. March 1 - April 30. Garré Winery is at St., Pleasanton. $8 in advance and $10 at vations are required. Limited capacity. Advance Tickets are $25 and $35 day of diablosymphony.org. 7986 Tesla Road. Hours are M-F 11:00- the door; student tickets with valid ID $5 Please RSVP by calling: 925.456.2395 event. Ticket includes: a take home glass 2:30, and Sat-Sun 11:30-5:30. in advance and at the door. or by visiting shop.murrietaswell. with the Livermore Valley Wine Country Livermore Art Association Spring Show, Cabaret, straight from New York, Fri., Chocolate and Cabernet, Fenestra Winery Logo, barrel tasting at each participating March 27 and 28, The Barn, 3131 Pacific March 19, 8 p.m. Dougherty Valley will be hosting its annual “Chocolate and winery for Saturday & Sunday, and a Ave., Livermore. Reception is Saturday, Performing Arts Center. www.sanramon- Cabernet Weekend” on March 13 and Barrel Tasting map. Proceeds benefit the March 27, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. No ad- performingarts.com or 973-ARTS. 14 from noon to 5 p.m., both days. Red Livermore Valley Winegrowers Associa- mission charge. Information Angela Johal, The Mikado Singalong, Lamplighters Mu- wines are paired with different chocolate tion, a nonprofit organization that supports 925-371-7777 or angelajohaldesigns@ sic Theatre presents, Gilbert & Sullivan. dishes, both savory recipes and sweet the marketing and educational programs yahoo.com, or Bill Hackett, 925-606-0812 March 20, 8 p.m. Lesher Center for the chocolate treats. The fee is $10 per person for wineries and growers in the Livermore or [email protected]. Arts in Walnut Creek, 1606 Civic Drive. ($5 for non-drinkers and children). The Valley AVA. Participating Wineries: Bent Trevor Pawlak – Poetry Exhibit, San Tickets $14-$48. 925-943-7469 or lesher- fee includes wine samples, buffet plate, Creek Winery, Big White House & John Ramon Library Art Gallery, 10 year old artscenter.org. For more information call logo glass and a decadent pairing for your Evan Cellars, Cedar Mountain Winery, Trevor Pawlak finds words beyond his The Lamplighters at 415-227-4797 or go taste buds. Wine club members get in an Charles R Vineyards, Chouinard Vine- Jeffrey Siegel, Livermore Valley Per- years to express himself through poetry. to lamplighters.org/season.html. Patrons hour early at 11 a.m. on March 13 only. yards, Concannon Vineyard, Crooked forming Arts Center Presents. March He has Autism and enjoys writing poetry are invited to be a part of the extended Guest chefs include Gimanelli’s Deli in Vine & Stony Ridge Winery, Cuda 31. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., to share his feelings, as he is nonverbal. chorus in this fun production. Also fea- Pleasanton and some home-made recipes Ridge Wines, Deer Ridge Vineyards, Livermore. 925-373-6800, www.liver- Trevor addresses some of his struggles turing a costume contest, raffle and face from Fenestra’s own tasting room staff. Eagle Ridge Vineyards, Eckert Estate moreperformingarts.org. with Autism through his unique perspec- painting, this unique event promises to be Dishes will range from snacks and ap- Winery, el Sol Winery, Fenestra Winery, tive on the world. Exhibit open through a lot of fun. Competition to rewrite the petizers to main dishes and desserts, all Garre Vineyard & Winery, Les Chenes ON THE STAGE April 30th at the San Ramon Library, 100 little list lyrics. including some version of chocolate in Estate Vineyards, McGrail Vineyards & I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, Montgomery Street. The gallery is open their ingredients. The winery is located Winery, Mitchell Katz Winery, Murrieta's Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre Studio The- during regular library hours: Monday COMEDY at 83 Vallecitos Road, Livermore. It is Well, Nottingham Cellars, Page Mill atre production. March 12, 13, 14. 1048 – Thursday from 10:00am – 8:00pm, Comedy night benefit for PAR 4 Kids’ open for sales and tasting every Friday, Winery, Retzlaff Estate Winery, Tamas Serpentine Lane, Suite 309, Pleasanton. Friday - Saturday from 10:00am – 5:00pm, Sake, Tommy T’s Comedy Steakhouse Saturday and Sunday from noon – 5 p.m. Estates, The Steven Kent Winery, Wente Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. Ticket and on Sunday from 1:00 – 5:00pm. The in Pleasanton, on Thursday, March 18. For more information, visit the website at Vineyards, White Crane Winery, Wood information 462-2121 or www.trival- San Ramon Library is closed on 3/31 Regina Stoops is the opening act. 100% www.fenestrawinery.com or email info@ Family Vineyards. leyrep.com. for furlough and on 4/4 for Easter. For of the tickets sales proceeds to PAR 4 fenestrawinery.com. 3rd Annual Wine Tasting Silent Auction, Melodrama - Sunol Repertory Theatre, more information please contact the San Kids’ Sake. PAR 4 Kids’ Sake is a 8 year Lavish Laines Winery, St. Patrick's Day White Crane Winery, noon to 4pm, Sun., "She Was Only Marginally Modest or Ramon Library at 925-973-2850, visit old charity that was founded by parents Sales and Food Pairing. March 12, 13, April 25. Benefitting the Leukemia and Have You No Shame!" takes place in a their website at www.ccclib.org or contact of special education kids and supported and 14. Truffles and tidbits will be avail- Lymphoma Society. Hosted by HIKE Colorado Moose Lodge. It is written by Suzy Chow at 925-973-3372. by a dedicated committee of 20 people. able. Featuring the first in the Livermore members of Team in Training. Join us Vern Harden, and directed by Sue Mar- PAR has been raising and donating money THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 9

to groups that focus on curing autism and be shown on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. www.allamericangettogether.com Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, 12 to 7 Fri., 10 13-15, Alameda County Fairgrounds, helping kids and families with autism. as follows: April 14, Hamlet; and May Science and Engineering Fair, March 30, to 6 Sat., 10 to 5 Sun. Quality jewelry & Pleasanton. Features artisans from across Tickets can be purchased on the PAR 4 19, Armida. April 2, 2010. Robert Livermore Commu- beads at manufacturer’s prices. Classes the country, offering their handmade Kids’ Sake website or directly from any nity Center, 4444 East Avenue, Livermore. and demonstrations for your jewelry items and unique, hand-selected gift of the committee members. Tickets are MISCELLANEOUS Information https://tvsef.llnl.gov/ making needs. Adult weekend pass $5, items for sale. 5 to 9 Fri., 10 to 5 Sat., $20 each, 2 for $35, or a table of 10 for Livermore Valley Coin Club 47th annual child under 12 free Parking: $8. www. 10 to 4 Sun. $7 adults; $2 children 5-10; $150. The show will start at 7.30 PM with coin show and sale, Sunday March 14, COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS gemfaire.com. children under 5 free Parking: $8. www. the doors opening at 5:30 PM. Optional from 10 am to 5 pm. at the Elks Lodge, 940 Gem Fair, March 12-14, Alameda County Country Folk Art Craft Show, March countryfolkart.com dinner, appetizers, and drinks can be Larkspur Drive Springtown in Livermore. purchased during the evening with a 2 Dealers offering appraisals and opportu- item minimum purchase. nity to purchase coins. Admission is free. Livermore Looking for Ideas for Mural Wooden “nickels” commemorating the DANCE event will be given away while supplies The City of Livermore Com- addition to the existing marine ci.livermore.ca.us. Interested ap- Le Tableau Magnifique, premier Bal- last. Raffle will feature a U.S. $10 gold mission for the Arts has allocated life murals that were previously plicants may also obtain a copy let Company with Livermore School coin for the grand prize and 14 additional up to $20,000 for its Public Art painted on the north and east walls of the RFP by calling the City of of Dance, will present its second an- runner-up gold and silver coins. Tickets Mural Program and is inviting all of the Solids Handling Building. Livermore’s Economic Develop- nual showcase, "Reveries and Remem- for the raffle are $1.00 each or 6/$5.00, qualified artists to submit their pro- The new murals are to be of the ment Department at (925) 960- brances", on Saturday, March 27, 2010. available at the show. An hourly drawing The performance includes a full-length will also be held for a U.S. silver dollar. posals. The mural will be placed same marine life theme and be 4140. The deadline for submission production of the hauntingly beautiful Members of the Livermore Valley Coin on the two digester tanks and the of the same style of the existing of proposals is April 4, 2010 at 4 Giselle, excerpts from The Firebird, a Club will set up numismatic displays, south wall of the solids handling murals. p.m. For more information, please montage of contemporary ballet set to information table and will be available building at the Water Reclamation The Public Art Mural Pro- contact Catherine Hagebusch, Eco- some of the late Michael Jackson's most to discuss the club’s activities. Lunch Plan on Jack London Boulevard, in gram Request for Proposals innovative music and Phantom of the service will be available. For further nomic Development Coordinator Opera "Masquerade Ball." Performances information please call Stephen Kramer Livermore. (RFP) is available on the City at (925) 960-4477. will be at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at The at (925) 980-9307. These new murals will be in of Livermore’s website at www. Livermore High Performing Arts Theater St. Patrick's Day Festival, March 13 and at 600 Maple Street. Tickets are $8 for 14. Two days of Irish events including Early Registration Deadline Near for Festival adults and seniors and $6 for children age entertainment, games, food, and arts and 17 and under. For more information or crafts. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Dublin The Pleasanton Cultural Arts awards banquet. Also included registrations will be taken through tickets please contact Livermore School Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin. Council (PCAC) and City of will be a Saturday afternoon Lit- April 9, 2010. An online brochure, of Dance at (925) 245-9322 or by e-mail Information: www.dublinstpats.com. at [email protected]. Evening with author Lisa See, Wed., Pleasanton Civic Arts will pres- erary Row and Book Signing registration forms for mailing and March 10, 7 p.m. Dublin Library. Books ent the 9th Annual Poetry, Prose and Pleasanton Art League Visual information may be obtained from AUDITIONS/VOLUNTEERS include Snow Flower and the Secret & Arts Festival April 17 and 18, Arts Show, to which the public is the Pleasanton Cultural Arts Coun- Heidi Chronicles audition, Directed Fan. Copes of her books will be for sale. 2010. The weekend-long festival invited at no charge. cil website at www.pleasantonarts. by Susan Hovey. Tri-Valley Repertory 556-4500. will take place at the Pleasanton Registration packages range org or by contacting Michelle Theatre production. Auditions: Saturday, Carey Perloff, from Archaeology to Ar- April 3rd, auditions at 1pm and Tuesday, tistic Director: A career in the American Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Bou- from $20-$185 with early registra- Russo at (925) 931-5350 or go to April 6th at 7:30 p.m. Callbacks at Studio levard in Pleasanton. tion discounts available February [email protected]. Theatre, 1048 Serpentine Lane, Suite 309, The complete festival for reg- 1 through March 15, 2010. Late Pleasanton. Roles for 5 women and 3 men istered participants will feature who need to appear ages 20-40 throughout the show. Go to www.trivalleyrep.org for 16 workshops, including two-ses- audition materials and information. sion mini-courses and individual workshops for adults, youth and MOVIES teens as well as a poetry and prose Book Into Film, "The Rear Window," March 14, A film based on the book, It Had to Be Murder by Cornell Woolrich. Read the book. View the movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Theater, Livermore Valley Performing Irish Dancers Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton. Followed by Arts Center Presents. March 18, 7:30 a comparison of the movie with the book. p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Free. Information: 925-931-3405. Livermore. 925-373-6800, www.liver- Featured Flow, Amador Valley High School’s moreperformingarts.org. Members of the McBride Environmental Club, will be showing History of the Alameda County Fair- School of Irish Dance perform at the award-winning film Flow about the grounds, Thursday, March 18, Rick the Pleasanton Public Library on world water crisis. The film has won Pickering, Director of the Alameda many awards, including Best Documen- County Fairgrounds, discusses the rich Saturday, March 20 beginning at tary at the United Nations Association history of the site. Museum on Main Ed 4:00 pm. Film Festival and Jury Prize at the 2008 Kinney Lecture series. 7 p.m. at Lyn- Their solo and team danc- Mumbai International Film Festival. The newood United Methodist Church, 4444 movie will be shown in Amador Valley ers have won medals and ob- Black Ave., Pleasanton. Tickets are $5 tained championships and titles High School’s multipurpose room on members and seniors, $10 non-members, Wednesday, April 21 from 7:00 PM - 9:00 $3 students and teachers with ID. Reser- throughout the Western U.S, the PM. Admission is free and snacks will vations are suggested. Tickets may be North American National Cham- be for sale. The club can be contacted at purchased at the door. Call the Museum pionships, All Irelands and World [email protected]. on Main at 462-2766. Championships. Come enjoy a Haiku Workshop with Jerry Ball, Tues- CHORAL day, March 23, 7:30-9:30 pm. Century rousing conclusion to the week’s Cantabella Children’s Chorus, performs House, 2401 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Sun., March 28, 4 p.m. Amador Theater, Cost $5; students free. www.ci.pleasanton. This performance is part of the 1155 Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton. Pleas- ca.us/community/arts. library’s ongoing Dance & Sing anton Cultural Arts Council fund-raising Goodguys 27th All-American Get-To- Around the World series, celebrat- event. Tickets at www.civicartstickets. gether, March 28-29. Alameda County org. Fairgrounds, Pleasanton. Presented by ing the many cultures which make Goodguys Rod & Custom Association. 8 up the Pleasanton community. OPERA to 5 Sat., 8 to 4 Sun. Over 3,000 Ameri- These free programs are open to Die Fledermaus, Livermore Valley Opera, can-Made & Powered hot rods, customs, all ages, no registration required. March 13, 14, 19, 20, 21. Bankhead The- classics, muscle cars and trick trucks. For information on this and other ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Tickets at Vendor/exhibitor booths or take a trip to 925-373-6800, www.livermoreperform- the Swap Meet for automotive related family events, visit the library web- ingarts.org. parts and Cars 4 Sale. There's fun for the site at www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/li- Live Theater-Casts from the Met: 10 a.m. whole family with a Model Car Show, brary/programs-and-events.html Saturdays at Dublin's Royal Hacienda free model make and take, plus a kids Cinema. March 29, Hamlet; and May or call the Children’s Desk at (925) play area. Adults $15; youth ages 6-12 931-3400 ext. 8. 1, Armida. Replays of each opera will $6; children 6 and under free. Parking: $8.

10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 Education Arroyo Seco Students Read for Water Balloons, Recess, and Prizes By Patricia Koning Students at Arroyo Seco El- ementary School could earn themselves extra recess time, popsicles, bookmarks, pizza, the opportunity to be principal for a day, and even the chance to throw water balloons at their principal Stephen Beh- ring—all for reading. The school kicked off its annual Read-A-Thon fundraiser on Thursday, March 4 with a host of special activities and incentives. Jenn O’Hara, the Read-A- Thon’s chairperson, says that the primary goal is to encourage the students to develop their reading skills and enjoy reading. The Read- A-Thon also serves as a fundraiser for the school library wish list and PTA-sponsored programs. On March 4, Juliette Goodrich, an Emmy award-winning anchor for the CBS 5 noon newscast, visited the school to read with kindergarten through second graders. She read her book, “The Little Light Shines Bright” about the oldest burning light bulb in the world at Livermore’s Fire Station #6. Join- ing Goodrich was retired firefighter Lynn Owens, who is featured in the book and whose granddaugh- Juliete Goodrich and Lynn Owens read a book about the oldest burning light bulb in the world, "The Little Light Shines Bright." It is ter attends Arroyo Seco. Owens housed at Livermore Fire Station #6. demonstrated some old-fashioned firefighter gear and both he and go anyplace.” Goodrich answered questions from The Read-A-Thon will end on the eager students. Friday, March 19. Students will Third through fifth graders were track their individual reading by treated to KKIQ disc jockey Faith coloring a stripe on a Dr. Seuss- Alpher, who read “Oh, the Places style hat for reading at least 10 You’ll Go!” by Dr. Seuss. After minutes each day. The also will reading, Alpher gave a surprise turn in sheets to track the entire birthday gift—a KKIQ tote bag school’s progress, which will be and pen—to Savannah, a fourth marked on a giant hat in the mul- grader in Ms. Wilson’s class, who tipurpose room. happened to be celebrating her There are plenty of incentives to tenth birthday that day. keep students motivated through- Alpher then took questions out the course of the Read-A-Thon. from the students, answering in- All students can earn gold, silver, quiries about her favorite books and bronze medals for achieving (Kristen Chenoweth’s memoir specific goals depending on their “A Little Bit Wicked” and Lucille grade. Gold medal winners will Ball’s biography), her career as receive an ice cream coupon, an entertainer, her favorite part silver medal winners will receive of “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” a school twin pop coupon, and (the part with the lurches), and if bronze level winners will receive she’d ever been to Hollywood. She a bookmark. told the students that two months Other rewards are lunch with ago she made her first trip to Hol- the principal for the top three lywood, where she took a picture readers in each grade, pizza gift with Dr. Seuss’ star on the Hol- certificates for the top three readers lywood Walk of Fame. in each class, and a pizza party for Light Shines Bright.” achieves one-third of the total goal, If the school meets or exceeds “I was not that good at reading the top class in terms of minutes Behring also set a goal for the all classes will get five additional the goal, things could get very wet. as a kid and we never had programs read and participation. The top entire school to read 122,250 min- minutes of recess. When the stu- Three Read-A-Thon participants in like this,” Alpher said. “If you need reader for the entire school will utes—more than 2,000 hours— dents hit the two-thirds mark, they each grade will be chosen at ran- help, ask your teachers. They are get to be principal for a day and by March 19. When the school will get a Popsicle treat. dom to take part in a water balloon not lurches. If you read, you can receive signed copy of “The Little toss with Behring. Community THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 11

Army Sgt. Garrett C. Kirby has returned to Fort Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska after being deployed to Afghanistan for one year. The soldier is one of 3,500 members of the 4th Airborne Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division stationed at Fort Richardson. Airborne combat team members included soldiers assigned to one of six battalions and regiments of the 25th Infantry Division. The airborne brigade served in three eastern provinces of Afghanistan, which included the Paktya, Paktika and Khost. Some of the challenges the brigade soldiers faced included poverty, unemployment, security, and management of natural resources and government institutions. Soldiers improved roads, provided vocational training in construction and civics, improved and re-opened 29 schools, remodeled six medical clinics and improved three district courthouses. Kirby, a cavalry scout, is assigned to the 1st Battalion, 40th Cavalry Regiment. The sergeant has served in the military for five years. He is the son of Shariw Kirby of Pleasanton.

Army National Guard Spec. Andrea M. Magee is returning to the U.S. after a deployment to Iraqi or Afghanistan in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom, respectively. The soldiers return to Fort Dix, N.J. for debriefing, evaluations and out-pro- cessing procedures before returning to their regularly assigned Army Reserve Pictured are (from left) Amy Miller, DPIE Events Manager; Janet Lockhart, DPIE Executive Director, or National Guard units. Alcina Wegrzynowski, DPIE Board President; DPIE Board Members: Mona Lisa Ballesteros, Fawn The specialist served in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in the Iraq Holman, Chris Bennett, Kathy de Jong, and Ted Hoffman, Jr. Theater of Operations. Magee, an aviation operations specialist, is assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 104th General Support Aviation Bat- DPIE Selected as 2009 Dublin Organization of the Year talion, Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, Pa. She has served in the military for three years. Dublin Partners in Education • Dublin citizen Dan Scannell as well as DPIE’s support of the She is the daughter of Shelly and stepdaughter of Ken Schnur of Livermore. (DPIE), a nonprofit organization nominated DPIE for its ability to DUSD Show Up for Education In 2001, she graduated from Granada High School. dedicated to fostering mutually bring businesses together to raise program. beneficial business, community, funds for Dublin schools during “We’re so honored to receive U.S. Naval Academy: Admissions officials from the U.S. Naval Academy and education partnerships for the this time of fiscal crisis. this prestigious award,” said invite all interested middle and high school students to attend an admissions benefit of students of the Dublin • Integrity in Action, an orga- DPIE’s Executive Director, Janet information forum in Alameda, Calif., Saturday, March 20, from 1 to 4 p.m. The Unified School District (DUSD) nization dedicated to fostering Lockhart. “We’d like to thank the event will take place at the USS Hornet Museum located at 707 West Hornet integrity characteristics throughout judges, the people who nominated Ave., Alameda, Calif., 94501. Check- in begins at 12:30 p.m. local time. To was named Dublin’s 2009 Orga- nization of the Year at the City of the schools, families, businesses, our organization, as well as Mayor register, please email your full name, number in party and email address to and organizations of Dublin, nomi- Sbranti, and the City Council. Our [email protected] and ensure that your subject line reads “Alameda Admis- Dublin Annual Volunteer Recogni- sions Forum registration.” tion Event. nated DPIE for its partnership ca- three nominations demonstrate the Award selection for Organiza- pability. DPIE is helping Integrity breadth of the connections we’ve tion of the Year was conducted in Action achieve 501(c)3 status worked hard to attain. Dublin by a panel of judges from outside and has connected the organization students deserve support from the of Dublin. According to Dublin with important partners. entire community.” City Mayor, Tim Sbranti, who • Frederiksen School principal, More information on Dublin emceed the event, DPIE is the first Holly Scroggins, nominated DPIE Partners in Education can be found Debaters Are Champions organization ever to receive three for its work assisting classrooms in at www.dublin.k12.ca.us (click on Twelve debaters from Valley Christian High School recently travelled nominations: obtaining much needed supplies the DPIE tab). to a debate tournament at Contra Costa Christian School. The tournament, hosted by the Logos Forensics Association, featured 40 students Jazzercise recently joined forces competing from four different schools: Ripon Christian School, Berean with the Golden State Warriors to Christian High School, Valley Christian School, and Contra Costa raise money for the Greater Bay Christian School. Area Make-A-Wish Foundation®. The Logos Forensics Association (LFA) is a debate league created The event raised $49, 524 to support for private Christian schools. Founded by the Institute for Principle the efforts of the Greater Bay Area Studies in Modesto, the goal of the league is to provide high school chapter which grants the wishes of students with opportunities to refine their skills in public speaking, children with life-threatening medical rhetoric, and research. conditions to enrich the human The topic of debate at the tournament was healthcare policy. Each experience with hope, strength and team (two people per team) presented their researched opinion on what joy. Area Jazzercise instructors and the federal government’s next step should be in healthcare reform. The students collected pledges in order tournament consisted of four debate rounds where students had to face to perform a specially choreographed different teams and various positions. dance routine for the Warriors half The Valley Christian team took first place overall at the tournament. time. Livermore-Dublin instructor In the Individual Debaters category, Kendyl Clausen was 10th, Hannah Barbara VanTrease and 25 of her Pryfogle 8th, Joshua Landgraf 6th, and Alex Buescher captured 3rd. In customers participated. For more Team Awards, Olivia Coackley & Claire Zasso placed 4th, mere points information or to refer a child for beneath their teammates Joshua Landgraf & Skylar Burt who placed a wish, please call 415/982-9474 or 3rd, while Alex Buescher & Hannah Pryfogle took the 1st place award visit www.makewish.org. in Team Debate. 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2010 Community

(Organizations wishing to run notices in excessive wear or are in original condition. later than April 19, 2010 City Association is hosting the 25th annual at 699-4147 or [email protected]. Bulletin Board, send information to PO Box Admission: $1. Information, 948-0004 or 3rd Annual Wine Tasting Silent Auction, event March 12, at the Dublin Senior Center Wellness Panel, Danville-Alamo Branch 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of Bulletin www.tvmotc.org. White Crane Winery, noon to 4pm, Sun., April in honor of its sister city, Bray, Ireland and of AAUW presents on Saturday, March 20, Board. Include name of organization, meeting Junior Golf Pasta Feed, hosted by The 25. Benefitting the Leukemia and Lymphoma in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. The Gala a wellness panel presentation discussing date, time, place and theme or subject. Phone First Tee Tri-Valley on March 21, Sunday 2 Society. Hosted by HIKE members of Team includes dinner by the Pampered Chef, prizes women’s health issues in the second half of number and contact person should also be - 4 pm at Castlewood Country Club. (2 - 4 in Training. Join us for a relaxing day of wine and surprises and a full evening of Irish music life. The focus of these presentations will be included. Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) pm, Sunday afternoon). Theme - Believing, tasting. Local wineries will showcase their and entertainment. Tickets are $65 per person for women over 50. Sondra Altman, MD, will Plant Sale, wholesale prices for trees, learning, and making good choices in life and wines for tasting while you enjoy finger food, and may be obtained by calling the Green & present a talk titled “Hormones: The Good, The shrubs and bedding plants, Sat., March 20 from through the game of golf. Speakers will share music, inspirational speakers, and, raffles. White hotline 925-828-4758. Bad and The Confusing.” She will be joined 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sun., March 21, 9 a.m. tips about nutrition, banking, developing core Meander through silent auction items to fit Armchair Travelers, a monthly program, by Linda Michaelis, RD, Nutritionist who will to 3 p.m. at Livermore High School, Cowboy values, and golf. Youth will then enjoy pasta, every budget. 10% discount when purchas- will take place at the Livermore Civic Center discuss ideas about eating correctly and Asha Alley. Proceeds from sale will go towards a new bingo, prizes and relationship building. Entry ing your $25 ticket on line. https://WineHike. Library Thurs., March 11, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Bajaj, DPT, Physical Therapist discussing electronic timing system for LHS track. form on www.thefirsteetrivalley.org, click on ticketleap.com Use code: SUPPORT or call There is no charge for this event. Dale Schauer “Bone up on Bone Health." This event is being Sunol 4-H 44th Annual Pancake Break- Pasta Feed. All youth ages 7 - 17, golfers and 925 413 7788 925 413 7788 will share digital photographs and video of the held at the Shadow Hills Cabana Club House, fast fund-raiser, April 25, 8 a.m. to noon at non-golfers, welcome. Deadline to sign up - San Ramon Valley Newcomers Club two-week trip he and his wife Carlotta took 1001 El Capitan Drive, Danville from 9:30 Sunol Glen Elementary School, 11601 Main March 15th. Cost $15 (Financial need - contact invites new and established residents to its on the Seine and Rhone rivers in France. The a.m. to Noon. Refreshments will be served at Street, Sunol, CA 94586. Tickets at the door Terri Maxoutopoulis at 925-366-7956). monthly luncheon on Thursday, April 15th. presentation will showcase scenes of their 9:30 a.m. prior to our panel presentation. To $6 adults, $4 children. Also silent auction, bake Tri-Valley Democratic Club, meets Jacquie Williams-Courtwright, owner of Alden journey from the coast of Normandy to Paris, attend, please send a check for $8.00/person sale, plant sale. Information contact Paulette Mon., March 15, 7 p.m. at IBEW Hall, 6250 Lane Nursery, 981 Alden Lane, Livermore, and then on to Arles near the Mediterranean (Payable to Danville-Alamo AAUW) by Hartkopf 510.862.6247 or email phartkopf@ Village Pkwy., Dublin. Guest speaker will be will talk about "Spring in the Garden." The Sea. In the north, they visited the Gardens of Monday, March 15. Mail your reservation to yahoo.com. Derek Cressman, Regional Director of Com- meeting is from ll:30 to 2pm. Lunch will be Claude Monet, the port of Honfleur, the D-Day Danville-Alamo Branch of AAUW, P.O. Box Volunteers Needed To Coach Calculus, mon Cause. He will speak about the recent a box lunch for $9.00 For information, call Normandy beaches and other historic towns on 996, Alamo, CA 94507 Attn. Programs. If you Livermore High School is in need of four supreme court decision - corporate citizenship Myrna at 925-560-0656. the Seine. After a short Paris tour, a motorcoach have any questions about this program, contact or more calculus coaches to help advanced and campaign spending. Discussion - Q&A Reunion Amador Valley High School took them to Chalon on the Saone River for Loretta at 765-0895. students work on calculus problems during - Refreshments. – Class of 1980, 30 year reunion. Fri., Sept. 17, a trip through some of the prime vineyards March Madness Bingo Mondays, Sports weekly review sessions in March and April in Free computer class, Livermore Adult casual BBQ at a classmate's ranch; Sat., Sept. of France. They also visited Beaune, Lyon, fans receive a free Treasure Hunt game at Bingo order to prepare for the AP Calculus exam on Education is offering a free computer class 18, Pleasanton Hilton. For more information, Viviers, Avignon, and Arles. Dale will provide every Monday in March. Wear any sports May 5th. The students are highly motivated, to people who qualify through a One-Stop go to Facebook or contact Mindy Gottesman- historical information about the sites they vis- related attire to receive a free game. Proceeds hard working, and committed to mastering Career Center. This intensive computer course Smith at [email protected]. ited. Adults are invited to this free program in benefit Buenas Vidas Youth Ranch, Arroyo the subject matter. If you are a mathemati- includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook California Retired Teachers Association, the Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic Seco Elementary School and East Avenue cian, physicist, engineer or math aficionado 2007. Some computer experience is required. Tri-Valley Division 85 will hold a luncheon Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Middle School. Payouts ranging from $175 interested in volunteering, contact Susan For more information please call 925-606-4722 meeting on Tuesday, March 16, 11:15 at Livermore. For additional information please - $500 Just $9 to play one pack. Door prizes, Johnston, [email protected]. or visit us at 1401 Almond Ave. Livermore. The International Brotherhood of Electrical call 925 373-5500. free homemade treats, pull tabs, flash games, ca.us, via email. Indian education program, public hear- Workers Union Hall (IBEW), 6250 Village Tri-Valley Holistic Moms Network, and more. Bingo Ranch, 3070 Pacific Avenue, Dual Immersion Meeting—your child ing for 2010-11 Title VII Indian Education Parkway, Dublin. The meeting will feature a meets March 15 at Harvest Park Middle School, doors open at 4 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. can learn Spanish in elementary school starting Program grant application will be heard Mon., panel discussion on domestic and foreign travel. 4900 Valley Ave., Pleasanton. Kat Weiss, owner Contact Laura Sheppard with any questions: in Kindergarten. The Spanish/English Dual March 15, 7 p.m. at the Livermore American The cost is $11:00. Guests are welcome. For of Kat Weiss Landscape Design in Livermore 925-606-7777 or www.bvyr.org/bingo.html. Immersion program, which teaches in two Indian Center, 298 Junction Ave., Livermore information call 925 443-9913. and a Registered Landscape Architect in Cali- 2nd Annual K9 Cancer Awareness Hike languages, will be accepting new kindergarten (northside of the school in the portable on Birds of Mt. Wanda, free morning walk, fornia, will talk about low maintenance, low for Life will be held Sat., April 3 in Brushy students for 2010-2011. Come find out more: the parking lot). The public is invited. The Sat., March 13, John Muir National Historic water gardens. This meeting is free for Chapter Peak Regional Park, north end of Laughlin March 16 at 6pm and March 17 at 7:45am Indian Education Action of the U.S. Dept. of Site, 8:30 a.m. Gradual climb led by Ranger members & first time visitors. For further infor- Road, Livermore. The event begins at 9 a.m. followed by a tour of the classes. Portola El- Education to meet the academic and cultural Cheryl Abel. Meet at the CalTrans Park and mation, please visit www.holisticmoms.org or The walk is led by Bob Coomber. All proceeds ementary Library, 2451 Portola Ave. For more needs of American Indian students funds this Ride lot, corner of Alhambra Ave. and Franklin e-mail [email protected] benefit the American Cancer Society's Relay information, please call 606-4743. program in local public schools in Livermore, Canyon Rd., Martinez. Bring water and binocu- Computer classes, free, Livermore Li- for Life. All dogs are free, $5 suggested dona- Livermore Military Families is a new Pleasanton, Dublin, Sunol and Castro Valley. lars (if available). Wear good walking shoes. brary, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. Introduction tion per two-legger. Each K9 will receive a support group for families in Livermore who For more information, contact Mary Puthoff Trail is steep. Heavy rain cancels. Information, to the Internet, Saturday, March 13, 10:15 am homemade dog treat at the end of the hike. have a loved one serving in the Military. It is at 606-3405. call 228-8860. – 12:15 pm. Searching the Internet, Saturday, For information, or to register, call 719-1910. intended to be a safe place for family mem- Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring Club, Livermore Lions Lunch Branch invites March 20, 10:15 – 12:15 pm. Classes are Let the organizers know how many K9s will bers to come and share their experiences and Sat., March 13, 50 miles feather Pedals Cin- the public to a luncheon meeting Wednesday, hands on, first come first served, and take be taking part. concerns with others who understand what derella training ride from Benicia to the Jelly March 24 from noon to 1:30 PM at Applebee’s place in Community Meeting Room B. Stop The Bingo Ranch, 3070 Pacific Ave. in they are going through. All family members Belly company and on to Suisun City, meet 9 Neighborhood Grill, 4301 First Street in Liver- by the Civic Center Library Adult Information Livermore and is open Mondays, Wednesday, are welcome to attend meetings. Support will a.m. in Benicia, Karin Ball, featherpedals@ more for a presentation by DeRionne Pollard, Services Desk or call 373-5505 for further Thursday, Friday and Saturdays. Buenas Vidas be provided by sharing and socializing with yahoo.com. Sun., March 14, 35 miles ride to President Las Positas College. Pollard is the information. Youth Ranch has been running Bingo for 16 each other and by serving the troops, veterans Las Trampas, meet 10 a.m. at Heather Farm, fourth President of Las Positas College and The American Cancer Society Discovery years and is now working with Christensen, and other Military organizations in any way Dan Granahan, 323-9798. Wed., March 17, 30 became the first African American President Shop in Pleasanton will hold its annual jew- Arroyo Seco and East Ave Schools, and Ex- we can. Our next meeting will be held on miles San Francisco and Cal Academy Science at the College and within the Chabot-Las elry event on March 12 and 13. The “Gems, ceptional Needs Network and All American March 16 at 2851 Tahoe Drive in Livermore Museum, meet 10 a.m. at Ferry Building on Positas Community College District. S This Jewels and Jeans” event will feature precious Sports Academy Teams. 925-606-7777 for from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information the Embarcadero, Bill Goodwin, 487-0521. program is open to all interested individuals. and semi-precious gems; themed, heirloom, or more information. please call Tami Jenkins, 925-784-5014 or Wed., March 17, 35 miles from Walnut Creek $15 for lunch and program – pay at the door. contemporary jewelry pieces; and a new addi- Grant Available, The local chapter of email [email protected] to Danville, meet 10 a.m. at Heather Farm, Dan Call Lion Carol Beddome at 925-201-6068 tion this year-designer jeans. The Discovery Delta Kappa Gamma, an international honor National Federation of the Blind, Tri- Granahan, 323-9798. Anyone planning to go on for reservation. Shop is located in the Mission Plaza Shopping society for women educators, is taking applica- Valley Chapter, meets Saturday, March 13, a ride is asked to contact the leader for details Tri-Valley Republican Women Feder- Center at 1987A Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. tions for a $500 recruitment grant. The grant is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Cafeteria Room 2 on where to meet and what to bring. ated will host Laurie Firestone, former White The shop hours are Monday to Friday 10-6, available to a woman student pursuing a career at Valley Memorial Hospital in Livermore, Widowed Men and Women of Northern House Social Secretary for President George Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5. Contact Monda in education. It is open to a graduate of a high 1111 East Stanley Blvd. Do you know anyone CA., Fish fry every Friday evening in March at H.W. Bush, as speaker at the club’s annual Wiseman, Mgr. at (925) 462-7374 for more school in Livermore, Pleasanton or Dublin; a who is blind or is experiencing vision loss? St. Raymond Church in Dublin; no host events. membership luncheon starting 11:30 a.m. on information. All proceeds benefit the American full-time student of upper division or graduate Our organization can help people to adjust. Birthday dinner in Pleasanton, March 14, RSVP Saturday, March 13, at Castlewood Country Cancer Society’s programs of research, educa- standing as of fall 2010; must have a good GPA. All are welcome, especially any visually im- by March 11 to Ruby, 462-9636. Happy hour Club, Pleasanton. TVRWF invites registered tion, service and advocacy. The deadline to apply is March 20, 2010. To paired or blind person. Call, Carl, 449-9362 in Pleasanton, March 18, 5:30 p.m., RSVP by Republican women and men to attend to learn AAUW Scholarships, Scholarships for receive an application form, send a self-ad- for more info. March 16 to Lorraine, 846-5695. Champagne about the club and its activities in this impor- college women undergraduates are being dressed, stamped envelope to: Kathy Brooks, Iron-Jawed Angels, will be shown in brunch in San Ramon, March 21, 11:45 a.m., tant election year. $30 per person. Advance offered by the American Association of Uni- 1581 Oslo Ct., Livermore, CA 94550. honor of Women's History Month. Sat., March RSVP by March 18 to Marsha, 830-8483. reservations required. Call (925) 454-2927 to versity Women Livermore-Pleasanton-Dublin San Ramon Valley Newcomers Club 27, 7 p.m. IBEW Hall; 6250 Village Parkway, Livermore High School wresting team RSVP. www.trivalleyrepublicanwomen.org Branch. Two or more scholarships from $500 to invites new and longtime residents to their Dublin. This film is about Alice Paul and Lucy pasta feed, fund-raising, March 28, 4 to 7:30 for more information. . $2500 will be awarded to women who currently monthly luncheon on March 18 at Crow Canyon Burns, who were part of the second wave of p.m. at the Livermore-Pleasanton Elks Lodge, Family Game Day, Bring the entire fam- live in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin or Sunol Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. young suffragettes who led the final fight for 940 Larkspur Dr., Livermore. Adults $10, ily and learn to play some of the newer hit or who graduated from a Livermore, Pleasanton The speaker will be John DeKoven, owner of the 19th amendment. Such notables star in children 6 to 12, $5. No host bar available. board games with Kevin O’Hare and friends or Dublin high school. The recipients must be Bunjo's Comedy Club in Dublin. Cost depends this film as Hillary Swank, as Alice Paul, Julia Proceeds will be used to purchase equipment. from KublaCon, a family gaming club (www. college undergraduates who will be juniors or on menu choice. 11:30 to 2 p.m. Call Myrna, Ormand, Angelica Huston, & others. Meet & Tickets, contact Sherry Pratt, 449-8959 or kublacon.com). Enjoy playing some of the seniors at the beginning of the 2010 college 925-560-0656 for reservations. greet begins at 6:30 PM, refreshments/potluck [email protected]. familiar classic games you know and love as fall term and plan to complete a full course Pleasanton Newcomers Club and Tri- served, admission is free/$3.00 donations Scholarships available, Chapter FX, of well. Drop in on Saturday, March 27, any time of study at an accredited four-year college or Valley, great way for new and established resi- encouraged, the hall is wheelchair accessible, the P.E.O. Sisterhood (a philanthropic and between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., in the Craft Room university. The deadline for an application to dents to meet new friends, keep in touch with and a short discussion follows the film. For educational organization promoting women’s of the Civic Center Library, located at 1188 be submitted is April 1, 2010. For an applica- old friends, have fun and become acquainted more information, call 925-462-3459. education) announces that applications are S. Livermore Avenue. All ages are welcome tion and further information, contact Joan at with neighbors, merchants, restaurants, profes- Pasta Feed and silent auction, Village available for their annual $600 scholarship to this free library program. Contact Youth (925) 484-0602. sional services, and Pleasanton and Tri-Valley High School on Thursday, March 18, 4 - 7 p.m. and the Marcia M. Howie Memorial Scholar- Services at (925) 373-5504 or Gary Myer at Pleasanton VIP Travelers, offering the communities. Coffee on first Wednesday of Eat in or take out. Dinner includes lasagna, ship. The awards are open to any female who (925) 373-5500, ext. 5582. following trips: San Juan Bautista, 135 year each month, or come for lunch on the second bread, salad, cookies, and a beverage. Tickets is a graduating senior intending to further her Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club old family farm, have lunch, shop, March 31, Wednesday of each month.Visit the website at are $7/adults; $5 seniors/students; $3/kids education by attending an accredited college, (LAVGC), meets Thurs., March 11, 7 to 9 p.m. depart 8:30 a.m. return 6 p.m. $65 members, $67 www.pleasantonewcomers.com or call Sandy under 8. Contact Denise at drobb@pleasanton. business school, cosmetology or nursing at Harvest Park Middle School, in the multi- nonmembers. Grand Ladies of San Francisco, B. at 249-1776. k12.ca.us or 426-4260 for information and course. Applicants must be residents of purpose room, 4900 Valley Blvd., Pleasanton. tour of old Victorians, lunch included, April RELIGION reservations. Livermore. When awarding these scholarships, Guest speakers are Susan Ballinger and Victor 15, leave Pleasanton 8:30 a.m. return 5 p.m. Divorce Care, Valley Bible Church, 7106 Semi-Annual Used Clothing & Equip- financial need is considered, as well as scho- Ruesga. Both speakers have extensive training $83 members, $84 nonmembers. Sign up at Johnson Dr., Pleasanton. Begins March 16, 13 ment Sale, Twin Valley Mothers of Twins lastic achievement and extracurricular activi- and education in garden design theory and the tour desk at the Pleasanton Senior Center, week seminar and support group for people Club. March 13, 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. in the ties. Letters of recommendation and official will share their knowledge. The topic will be 5353 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton. who are separated or divorced. 30-minute Pleasanton Avenue parking lot across from the transcripts must be attached to the application. "Designing Beautiful and Bountiful Gardens: Daughters of the American Revolution, video shown each meeting featuring experts on Alameda County Fairgrounds main entrnace. Applications may be obtained from high school Plants we love, edibles and more." All garden Jose Maria Amador Chapter, Pleasanton, a variety of topics. Meetings Tuesdays from 7 Maternity wear, children's clothing (0-14), car scholarship advisors or by sending a stamped, enthusiasts are welcome to attend -- get outside volunteer women's organization that promotes to 9 p.m. There is a $25 charge for workbook seats, strollers, swings, bouncy seats, baby self addressed envelope to: Chapter FX, P.E.O., and garden. For more information call Lydia patriotism, preservation of American history and other materials. Preregistration is required. carriers, cribs, high chairs, safety gates, toys, 1961 Evans Street, Livermore CA94550. If Roberts at (925) 461-1725, or, visit www. and promotion of education. Members and Contact Mark Porter, 846-9693 or mcporter@ books, videos, DVDs and more. All items for there are any questions, please call (925) 366 orgsites.com/ca/lavgc. prospective members welcome. For more in- hotmail.com for details or to register. sale are thoroughly inspected and free of stains, 5567. Applications must be postmarked no Green & White Gala, Dublin Sister formation and meeting location, contact Susan