Thursday, June 16, 2016

VOLUME LIII, NUMBER 24 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol Council Votes to Permanently Close Springtown Golf Course

The Springtown Golf Course more City Council at its meeting the Springtown Homeowners As- request of members of the public, will be closed permanently; the on Monday. sociation. who spoke during the public hear- See Inside Section A process to create a master plan for The Livermore Area Recreation The council directed staff to ing, the guidelines will be adopted Section A is filled with the area will begin. In addition, a and Park District (LARPD) will prepare a maintenance plan for as an ordinance at a future meet- information about arts, people, ballot measure will be placed on serve as the lead agency in the the golf course area during the 12 ing. The ordinance will include entertainment and special events. the November ballot to ensure that master plan process. The city will to 18 months that it is projected it information on enforcement and There are education stories, a the land remains as permanent fund a master plan consultant up would take to complete the master penalties. variety of features, and the arts open space. to $250,000. plan process. The guidelines include no golf- Separate parcels were also ing, no motorized vehicles, no and entertainment and Those were among the unani- Guidelines for interim open established for the Springtown bulletin board. mous actions taken by the Liver- space use of the property were Library and land belonging to approved in a resolution. At the (See GOLF COURSE, page 2) TVLC Is Pleasanton Progressing Voters Say on Running 'Yes' to Lund Tighter Ship Ranch Plan By Ron McNicoll Measure K, on the June 7 ballot, The Tri-Valley Learning Cor- asked voters to determine whether poration (TVLC) board discussed the 43-unit Lund Ranch project in possibilities for more progress in Southeast Pleasanton should be ap- setting up better procedures and proved. Voters answered "yes" by practices in the administration of a margin of 9,928 to 9,303. its four public charter schools. The counts reported are as of 5 Policies to be considered will p.m. on June 13. deal with such areas as the TVLC Backers of Pleasanton's Mea- relationship with California Pre- sure K reported over $226,412 in paratory Academies (CPA) and contributions and expenditures as Chinese students, and finances. of May 31. Three entities in favor Meeting on June 9, the board of Measure K filed reports. voted to instruct interim CEO Greenbriar Homes Communi- Lynn Lysko to negotiate with CPA ties, Inc. and affiliates reported a on sharing the new quarters at total of $157,617 in expenditures 3090 Independence Drive, which and contributions since January is expected to open in August. 1. Protect Pleasanton Neighbor- The building will be occupied by hoods reported $3,020 and "Yes on CPA's foreign-student high school Measure K," $65,775. The $65,000 and TVLC's public charter school was donated by GHC Lunch Ranch Livermore Valley Charter Prepara- LLC of Fremont. tory (LVCP). The Save Pleasanton Hillsides, The two entities work under a Photo - Doug Jorgensen which backed "no" on Measure MOU, which is renegotiable every Members of the class of 2016 at Foothill High School paused to take a photo during graduation on K, reported $58,630. Contribu- year. It is already known that the 40 June 10. Other high schools in the area held graduation exercises the same day. tors of over $7000 each included rooms in the building will be ap- Luis Beas, Timothy Chu, William portioned one-half to each school. Lincoln, David Melaugh, Greg Certain common rooms, such as O'Connor, Greg Wohlenberg and lunch rooms will be shared. Allen Roberts. Board members said it's im- The Challenges of Dealing with Dementia In other election results, the portant to define how the building three incumbent Zone 7 Water will be shared ahead of time, such By Carol Graham becoming more challenging for to behave appropriately, reason, District Board members were as how long does each school get In her diary, Amy Iver wrote of him." empathize with others and carry returned to office. Sandy Figu- the lunch room, how many park- her 86-year-old husband, "He had After nearly 30 years of mar- out daily activities. ers led with 22,622 votes; An- ing places will be allotted to each his shoes on the wrong feet again riage, the Livermore couple is It is a diagnosis that more and gela Ramirez Holmes was second school. after his nap. I no longer mention facing the ever-growing chal- more Americans receive each year. with 16,887 , and Dick Quigley Even more important would it unless he's going out. It doesn't lenges of Tom's dementia caused As the population ages, dementias third with 14,748. Other candi- be more clarity concerning the seem to hinder him in any way. by Alzheimer's disease. It is easy continue to rise at a staggering rate. dates and votes include Jacqueline terms of rent. There has been a for neither patient nor caregiver, ''Jacquie'' Williams-Courtright "handshake deal," in the phrase of More and more his tray is covered Today, 5.2 million Americans live with food as he eats, with more though the longest and most dif- with Alzheimer's disease, the cause 12,755; Eric Thiel, 11,826; Vic- a past CEO John Zukoski. Under ficult period had been not knowing. tor Karpenko, 8,938; and Alfred that agreement, LVCP would not food on the floor as well. I have of approximately 70 percent of all to remember to wipe down the Amy first noticed changes in dementia cases. That number, bar- Exner, 8,093. pay more rent than the $17,000 In the race to represent Dis- per month that it pays now at the chair where he touches it, as his her husband's behavior in 1999. ring the development of a medical hands are greasy and messy from He became easily agitated and breakthrough, is expected to more trict 4 on the Alameda County old Portola Elementary School. Board of Supervisors, incumbent his using them to eat." started making odd decisions. than triple by 2050. The Livermore Valley Joint Uni- Nate Miley was easily re-elected fied School District (LVJUSD) Two days later, she added, Still, it took 11 years to receive an "Things changed a bit after official diagnosis of Alzheimer's with 39,955 votes to 24,173 for provides the Portola School. With "During dinner, Tom was tidier Tom's diagnosis," said Amy. "He challenger Bryan Parker. District and frontotemporal dementia, a more non-Livermore students in than usual, but then tried to take became nicer, which was a great 1 incumbent Scott Haggerty was the future, that rent could grow a bite out of the paper bowl his progressive, degenerative brain relief to me. But I felt sad for him. unopposed. somewhat, but all that could be potpie had been in. Evenings are disease that leads to an inability Not only does he have dementia, All of the local school bond (See CHARTER, page 10) (See CHALLENGES, page 4) measures were approved by the (See ELECTION, page 4) IKEA to Hear from Public on Conversation to Provide Insight Plans for Dublin Land IKEA will host two open hous- the proposed IKEA Dublin store, Into Muslim Life and Beliefs es for residents and business own- IKEA is seeking public input By Carol Graham ers in Dublin aimed at providing on ideas for the potential retail, Though the event had been project information and receiving restaurant, and entertainment op- scheduled well before the most community input about its pro- tions on the additional six acres recent act of violence rocked the posed retail project in Dublin. it owns adjacent to the proposed nation on a sleepy Sunday morn- The open houses will take IKEA Dublin. ing, it could not be taking place at place on Tues., June 28 from 6 A supplemental environmental a better time. to 8:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, impact report (EIR) is currently "Our deepest condolences are 6680 Regional Street; the second being prepared for the application. with those affected by the horrific on Wed., June 29 from 7 to 9:30 At the council meeting where attacks in Orlando, Florida," said p.m. at Dublin Ranch Golf Course, the work on the EIR was ap- Pleasanton's Alisha Shaik, 15. "We 5900 Signal Hill Drive. proved, Dublin residents ex- hope people come to our event so Community members can stop pressed opposition to the IKEA we may develop an understanding by any time during an open house plans. Increased traffic is cited as for each other, and stand in solidar- to speak with project representa- the major reason. Tom Cignarella, ity against these attacks." tives about a variety of proposal- a Dublin resident, started an on- Shaik coordinated a "Meet a related topics. line petition opposing the plan. Muslim" event Saturday, which is free, open to the public, and IKEA also has launched a Proposed for 27 acres at the will take place on June 18, from project website for residents to northwest corner of I-580 and 4 to 5 p.m. It will be held at New learn more about the proposal and Hacienda Drive, the IKEA proj- York Pizza, 690 Main Street, to provide feedback online. The ect includes an approximately Pleasanton. Photo - Doug Jorgensen website can be found at www. 350,000-square-foot IKEA store. "We will briefly give our back- Ruth Gasten converses with Alicia Shaik during a recent Pleasanton ProposedDublinCA.com. In ad- The development also would fea- ground along with 'Islam 101,' dition to suggestions regarding 1st Wednesday Street Party. (See IKEA, page 2) (See MEETING, page 8)

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In creepy and unacceptable." addition, dogs must be on a addition, she asked that the Clements declared that leash, and people must clean guidelines be adopted as an the lack of maintenance is up after their pets. Air-filled ordinance. "As a resolution, impacting his property. Fox- devices such as jump houses there are no consequences tails now grow in his yard. are prohibited. The area for lack of compliance." The pond is disgusting due would be open from dawn Travers also wanted to to lack of care. Fish are dead. to dusk with no use after know the process for public The future of the duck sunset or overnight camping involvement in the creation pond is up in the air. With the permitted. The council vote of the master plan. closure of the golf course, also bans any commercial She was told that LAR- which provided water for use of the property and am- PD, the consultant and city the pond, the water level has plified music. Those who use would establish a process. dropped. the open space are asked to Stacey Swanson, a mem- The council approved stay near the middle of the ber of the North Livermore language, which will ap- Photo - Doug Jorgensen open space when walking Alliance, said she agreed pear on the November 2016 Family night has become a popular event. The Livermore Rodeo Stockmen's or biking rather than along with the need to create an ballot. It asks: "Shall the Association hosts the evening as part of rodeo week. Fans watch local team roping the edge of the property and ordinance to protect home- ordinance affirming and and wild cow milking competitions. rear yards of homes. owners adjacent to the golf readopting the open space The impact on those with course. The Alliance led the designation “OSP Parks, rear yards adjacent to the campaign to convert the golf Trail Ways, Recreation Cor- golf course was the main course to open space that ridors and Protected Areas” concern raised during the everyone could use. in Land Use Element for the public hearing. The yards One speaker asked 2003-2025 City of Liver- BART Will Put $3.5 Billion are shallow and most do not whether or not the library more General Plan for the have fences. parcel was large enough for Springtown Golf Course, Bond on November Ballot Betty Murillo, a golf potential expansion. except for the Springtown course advocate, said her City Manager Marc Rob- Library and the Springtown BART has placed a $3.5 took exception to McPart- ceiving $4.5 million from concern was for the 260 erts noted that the current Association parcel, be ad- million general obligation land's assertion in a story the state on cap and trade residents with houses on the library building takes up opted?" bond on the November bal- in last week's Independent (revenue). At the same time, golf course. They have to only one-third of the site. Councilmembers Stewart lot to raise funds to create that expansion of BART BART will receive $5.5 mil- deal with dogs off leash run- A.C. Clements wrote to Gary and Steven Spedowf- new infrastructure that will to Livermore would be de- lion less because of a cut in ning around in their yards. the Independent with com- ski will write the arguments restore the system's reliabil- pendent on passage of the another state fund. Our only She then asked how the city ments that were also raised in favor of the measure. ity, and modernize it. bonds. At Monday's council option is to ask voters to planned to handle parking during the public hear. He his statement, he said, "I am The vote by the board meeting, Spedowfski stated reinvest in this system," said as the area becomes open to appalled by the decision of was a unanimous 9-0 at at its that Livermore has paid into Saltzman. everyone. Gail Travers, who cam- the City Council to agree Creek Hill Farm June 9 meeting. In Novem- the system. "It is not appro- Contra Costa director paigned to retain the golf with Staff recommendation Horseback Riding Lessons, ber, the measure will need a priate to ask a community Gail Murray, who seconded course, told the council she to permanently close The Training, Boarding, two-thirds vote for passage. for additional money. The Saltzman's motion, said, believes the closure is un- Springtown Golf Course and Summer Camps, Sales Directors approved a list two issues are separate." He "We are taking control of our avoidable. She noted that deem it Public Open Space." www.creekhillfarms.com of six priorities for spending added, that people are work- destiny. That's what we did she and others are opposed He pointed out that peo- the money. In descending ing on a solution that would in the 1960's. It was funded to any development on the ple purchased their homes order, they are renewal of bring BART to Livermore. by the counties, not federal land and urged the council to on a golf course, not open (925) trackage, power infrastruc- "We don't need any addi- or state money." move forward as quickly as space. The backyards are ture, tunnels and structures, tional roadblocks." small. He described one time 337-5375 mechanical infrastructure, Stuart Cohen, founder while his family was eating replacement of train con- of TransForm, which lob- dinner, people stopped and trols, and increase in capac- bies for smart growth and Interfaith Community ity, and a renewal of stations. public transportation, said To Pray for Peace Two categories were be- at the audience podium that OPEN SATURDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM low the top six: expansion of the group has been one of In response to the trage- the LGBTQ community and safe access to stations, and BART's critics, especially dy of hatred and violence in with peace-loving Muslim the relief of crowding and about expansion of the sys- Orlando, Florida, Sunday, neighbors in the Tri-Valley. traffic congestion. The be- tem, especially at the cost June 12, the interfaith com- Dave and Sheri Dumas will lief is that improved system of deferred maintenance. munity will gather Thurs- lead singing, and faith lead- reliability will build more "We are paying for it today. day, June 16, at 6:00 p.m. at ers will say prayers. ridership and remove more " TransForm has offices Lynnewood United Meth- Lynnewood United traffic from roads. in Oakland, San Jose and odist Church in Pleasanton. Methodist Church is lo- Linda Futral Directors, and virtually Sacramento. Speakers will include Rev. cated at 4444 Black Avenue, Broker/Realtor Heather Leslie Hammer 925.980.3561 all of a dozen or so audience "I think this is a turn- Pleasanton, across from the (Lynnewood UMC), Rabbi aquatic center. Parking is 2375 Senger St, Livermore [email protected] speakers from non-profits, around from a few years Larry Milder (Congrega- available on the street and www.lindafutral.com business organizations, and ago. This measure will $1,149,000 License #01257605 tion Beth Emek, Pleas- in a lot behind the church. 4 bed / 3 bath / 3003 sq ft government agencies, point- help 400,000 riders, and anton), and Iman Hamze For more information, con- Come See ed out how critical it is to is preparing us for another (Muslim Community Cen- tact the church at www. “The Art of Perfection”! create a new, local fund in 400,000. We think BART is ter East Bay, Pleasanton). lynnewood.org, or 925 846- the three BART counties -- heading in the right direc- Congressman Eric Swal- 0221. Alameda, Contra Costa and tion," said Cohen. well has also been invited San Francisco. Director Rebecca to speak. Director John McPart- Saltzman, who made the Community members gathered once before at land, whose district includes motion, said that even if Lynnewood Church on the Valley, said, "This is long BART could use 100 percent December 9, 2015 to mourn overdue." The money would of its capital budget for the the loss of lives in San Ber- keep BART cars from break- infrastructure, it still would nardino, CA, December 2, ing down. Further, expan- not be enough. Transit use is 2015 and to commemorate sion efforts to east Contra increasing, but BART gets the anniversary of the kill- Costa and to Livermore have less money from the fed- ing at Sandy Hook Elemen- put this board in conflict eral and state governments. tary School in Connecticut, with each other, because of Saltzman represents district December 14, 2012. the lack of funds. This will 3, which includes portions of Sunday's killing of 50 innocent people at Pulse, a relieve some of the pressure. Alameda and Contra Costa gay nightclub in Orlando, Livermore City Council- counties. continues the list of crimes RAD LAB WORKERS member Steven Spedowfski "I read about BART re- of hatred and gun violence. At such times, people feel the need to come together W/CANCER to express their grief and IKEA to pray for respect for the (continued from page one) law and for human decency. JUST ADDED 16 MORE YEARS FOR ture approximately 60,000 IKEA previously secured The Livermore-Pleasanton square feet of other special- City approvals for a Dublin Interfaith Clergy Associa- LLNL WORKERS, NOW 40 YEARS, ized retailers and restau- store, at the same location, tion wishes to stand in soli- rants, which IKEA is in the more than ten years ago. darity against hatred toward 1950-1989! process of identifying. However, IKEA decided the For the proposed project, market was not quite devel- IKEA will evaluate potential oped enough to support a on-site power generation, Tri-Valley store, and subse- LAWRENCE LIVERMORE, 1950-1989* among other sustainability quently sold the land. Since initiatives being considered. that time, the population has LAWRENCE BERKELEY, 1942-1961 In addition to the more than grown and the land remained 500 jobs that are expected available. IKEA recently re- SANDIA LIVERMORE, 1956-1994 to be created during the purchased the parcel from a construction phase, approx- private local developer to imately 350 co-workers pursue the current iteration Employees at these national labs, at would join the IKEA family of the IKEA project. when the new store opens. least 250 workdays in the indicated timeframes, diagnosed with any of 23 cancer types, may be eligible for PetCuraVet.com $150,000-$400,000 awards. Similar survivor 1817 Holmes Street, Livermore awards for deceased workers. I’ve done A Facility Cleaning Company (925) 292-0117 2,400 successful claims, with $500 Window million payouts. Not litigation. I’m your cleaning experienced non-attorney advocate. Swift special claim adjudication. Two percent fee, only if 20 outside windows you win. 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Expires 6/30/16. with any offer. Expires 6/30/16. June 16, 2016 • The Independent 3 VALLOU EY R NDUP Smoking Age Now 21 of Directors will start its meetings at 1 p.m., The minimum age of sale for tobacco instead of 2 p.m. Closed session will begin products in California has increased from 18 at 11:30 a.m., instead of 12:30 p.m. to 21. For the first time e-cigarettes are added The changes were approved unanimously to the existing definition of tobacco products. at the Board’s May 17 meeting, as a way to California is the second state in the nation, increase efficiency. following Hawaii, to raise the minimum age The 7-member Board meets the first and for tobacco sales to 21. third Tuesdays of every month at District To help retailers comply with these new headquarters, 2950 Peralta Oaks Court, laws, a series of educational materials has Oakland. Committee meeting times remain been developed, including age-of-sale warn- unchanged. ing signs, window signs reminding custom- ers of the new law and tips to help clerks Police Chase check identification. On Thursday, June 09, 2016 the Pleasan- As part of the new law defining e- ton Police Department received an advisory cigarettes as tobacco products, e-cigarettes, from Alameda County Sheriff’s Office to “be Dear Dublin residents e-liquids including vaping devices and acces- on the lookout” for a stolen vehicle that may sories can no longer be sold in self-service be in the Pleasanton area. It was reported that and local business displays. E-cigarettes are not allowed in the stolen vehicle was driven by a subject locations where smoking has long been pro- wanted for assault with a deadly weapon in hibited, including public transit, worksites, addition to stealing the vehicle. owners, we want to restaurants, schools and playgrounds. Pleasanton Police officers spotted the ve- Resources are available for those who hicle and attempted to pull it over. After the want to quit smoking at www.nobutts.org or driver refused to pull over, a pursuit began. hear your ideas and call 1-800-NO BUTTS After several minutes the pursuit ended in a collision at the intersection of Valley Avenue suggestions. Spedowfski Leads LAVTA Board and Crestline Road. The Board of Directors of the Livermore The suspect, 35 year old Christopher Please join us at one of our upcoming community Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA), Mero was taken into custody without further operator of Wheels bus service, elected resistance. Nobody was injured during this open houses to learn more about the proposed Steven Spedowfski Board Chair and Karla incident. IKEA Dublin store at the northwest corner of I-580 Brown Vice Chair for its Fiscal Year 2017 and Hacienda Drive. beginning July 1st. Work Begins on Stanley Blvd. Spedowfski served as Vice Chair on Construction has begun on a project to In addition to your suggestions regarding the LAVTA’s Board of Directors in Fiscal Year reconstruct and renovate the old part of proposed IKEA store, we also want to hear your input 2016. He was elected to the Livermore City Stanley Blvd. between First and Main streets, on ideas for the potential retail, restaurant and Council in November of 2014. Prior to serv- Undergrounding of overhead utilities will ing on the City Council, take place at the beginning of the project, entertainment options on our additional six acres. Brown was elected to a four-year term followed by street reconstruction, This will The meetings will be organized as open houses, so to serve on the Pleasanton City Council in include new curbs, gutters, sidewalks, bike feel free to stop by any time to speak with IKEA November, 2012. lanes, parallel parking on the north side, representatives about a variety of topics. street lights similar to those downtown, and EBRPD Board Meets Earlier landscaping. Beginning with its July 5, 2016 meeting, Work is anticipated through most of the the East Bay Regional Park District Board summer months

Pleasanton to Install New Water Meters Community Community The Pleasanton City the sole purpose of reading automate meter reading and Open House #1 Open House #2 Council last week voted to water meters. provide accurate data, but authorize installation of a The system is comprised also it will promote water Tuesday, June 28 Wednesday, June 29 new automated water meter- of new meters fitted with conservation, reduce op- 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm ing infrastructure throughout meter transmission units erating costs and improve Holiday Inn Dublin Ranch Golf Course Pleasanton for all residential (MTU), which collect water customer service.” 6680 Regional Street 5900 Signal Hill Drive and commercial users. The data every hour; 16 da- The project cost total for Dublin Dublin vote was unanimous. ta-collector units (DCU), the AMI procurement and The Automated Metering which transmit this data to installation of up to 22,000 Infrastructure (AMI) project the cloud-based computer new water meters is just over has been on the City Council system; and a new customer $7 million. It has been paid Workplan Priorities list since web portal, which will en- for through the city’s Capital 2013 in recognition of the able water users to access Improvement Program (CIP) fact that most of the current their real-time and historic fund and the Water Enter- meters are all older and have consumption data from any prise Fund. You can learn more about the IKEA retail proposal a diminished capacity to smart device or computer. Installation of new me- and provide your ideas and suggestions online at provide accurate readings. “This state-of-the-art me- ters and lids will begin in www.ProposedDublinCA.com Additionally, the current ter reading technology is the August. Additional informa- manual-read method is la- latest in the evolution of this tion on the project can be bor intensive and adversely type of technology,” said found on the City’s website 2016 B.V @ Inter IKEA Systems impacts the city's carbon Kathleen Yurchak, Director at www.cityofpleasantonca. footprint due to the number of Operations and Water gov under Hot Topics. of fleet vehicles out in the Utilities. “Not only will it field on a daily basis for Free Shredding Offered Gene Morgan Insurance Agency is helping local resi- dents prevent identity theft by offering a free paper shred on Saturday, June 18th. Stop by their downtown office from 10 am – 2 pm with up to 5 boxes per household. Shredding is the easiest way to prevent identity theft, so bring old bank statements and other private documents. Light refreshments The Livermore will be served. No RSVP is needed but arrive early to ensure space for documents. Citywide Garage Sale More information is available by contacting Michelle Morgan at (925) 447-2565 ext. 218 or michelle@genem- organinsurance.com. SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2016 - 8am to noon Sales will be staged at the following locations: 2755 1ST ST 2130 BUENA VISTA AVE 5589 FELICIA AVE 1324 MADISON AVE 1139 SHERRY WAY 1724 3RD ST 1746 BUENA VISTA AVE 5239 FELICIA AVE 1300 MADISON AVE 1165 SHERRY WAY 1758 3RD ST 1581 BUTTERCUP CT 6145 FIELDSTONE DR 793 MARCELLA ST 2970 SIENA RD 1740 4TH ST 819 CALIENTE AVE 4473 GALE ST 1575 MARIGOLD RD 21 SPARROW ST 2355 6TH ST 1825 CALLE DEL SOL 213 GARNET DR 322 MARTIN AVE 3832 STANFORD WAY 2342 7TH ST 246 CAMBRIDGE WAY 1141 GENEVA ST 873 MAYVIEW WAY 2771 SUPERIOR DR 2580 8TH ST 1349 CAMEO CT 1747 GENOA ST 808 MCGLINCHEY DR 2795 SUPERIOR DR 2577 8TH ST 1161 CENTRAL WAY 1597 GENOA ST 597 MCLEOD ST 361 SWAN DR 69 AGATE CT 2623 CHATEAU WAY 4022 GUILFORD AVE 1569 MELANIE WAY 452 SWAN DR 754 ALDEN LN 5787 CHERRY WAY 524 HAGEMANN DR 2024 MERCURY RD 2423 TAIT ST 176 ALDEN LN 1412 CHERYL DR 5543 HAGGIN OAKS AVE 2374 MERLOT LN 10 TAMALPAIS AVE 765 ALDEN LN 1426 COLLEGE AVE 2333 HAMPTON RD 2342 MERLOT LN 668 TANAGER RD 832 ALDEN LN 1777 COLLEGE AVE 2140 HAMPTON RD 1069 MONTCLAIR CT 6316 TIFFANY CMN 1832 ALTAIR AVE 498 COLUSA WAY 2289 HAMPTON RD 5486 MOONFLOWER WAY 5458 TREEFLOWER DR 1677 ALTAMONT CIR 586 COLUSA WAY 542 HANOVER ST 5673 MORELAND WAY 878 TRINITY HILLS LN 1650 ALVISO PL 2599 COOPER CIR 558 HAZEL ST 1565 MORNING GLORY CIR 153 TURQUOISE WAY 572 AMBERWOOD WAY 770 COTTONWOOD CT 1565 HEATHER LN 253 MULQUEENEY ST 142 TURQUOISE WAY 695 ANDREWS ST 2442 COWAN WAY 1261 HEATHER LN 1233 MURDELL LN 3710 VALLEY VIEW WAY 1391 ANZA WAY 1995 CREEK RD 1986 HEIDELBERG DR 571 S N ST 903 VERONA AVE 1576 ARLINGTON RD 5665 CRESTMONT AVE 1957 HEIDELBERG DR 131 NADINE ST 946 VERONA AVE 6171 AUGUSTA WAY 1202 CROMWELL ST 5821 HEIDI WAY 2046 NEPTUNE RD 608 VIA DEL SOL 1722 AUTUMN OAK DR 406 CURLEW ST 294 HILLCREST AVE 5376 NORMA WAY 407 VIRGINIA DR 1812 AUTUMN OAK DR 532 CURLEW ST 1218 HILLVIEW DR 643 S O ST 274 VISTA ST 1604 AUTUMN OAK DR 72 DAISYFIELD DR 1178 HOLLYHOCK ST 5572 OAKMONT CIR 626 VIVIAN DR 1362 BALBOA WAY 677 DAISYFIELD DR 1195 HOLMES CT 5989 OCEAN HILLS WAY 884 WAGONER DR 4253 BAYLOR WAY 720 DAISYFIELD DR 1274 HUDSON WAY 577 ONTARIO DR 1838 WALNUT ST 425 BELL AVE 347 DAISYFIELD DR 5534 IDLEWILD AVE 623 ORANGE WAY 1766 WARSAW AVE Law Offices of 3193 BELMONT CT 1129 DANA CIR 1074 INNSBRUCK ST 640 ORIOLE AVE 2613 WELLINGHAM DR 2407 BELMONT CT 4317 DAVIS WAY 467 JACKSON AVE 682 ORIOLE AVE 1276 WESTBROOK PL 5574 BERWIND AVE 1643 DE LEON WAY 1788 JENNIFER DR 2136 ORION CT 2381 WESTMINSTER WAY James J. Phillips 631 BETHAL PL 660 DEBRA ST 793 JUNCTION AVE 757 ORION CT 6549 WILLOWVIEW CT 4147 BISHOP PINE WAY 6911 DEERWOOD CT 5121 KATHY WAY 6433 OWL WAY 6532 WILLOWVIEW CT C ertified Specialist 1832 BLACKWOOD CMN 889 DEL NORTE DR 5445 KATHY WAY 2379 PALM AVE 1338 WILTON DR 843 BRENNAN WAY 5427 DELIA WAY 834 KEYSTONE WAY 3340 PESTANA WAY 1396 WINDING STREAM DR in Probate, Estate Planning, 443 BRIGHTON WAY 5343 DESIREE AVE 1222 KILLARNEY ST 1370 PINE ST 1205 WINDING STREAM DR 536 BRIGHTON WAY 2450 DETERT ST 4646 KIMBERLEY CMN 1842 PINE ST 1379 WINDING STREAM DR and Trust Law 2446 BROADMOOR ST 91 DIAMOND DR 538 KINGLET RD 823 PLACENZA ST 5669 WOODROSE WAY 4401 DRAKE WAY 537 LAGRANGE LN 801 PLACENZA ST 637 YORKSHIRE CT 1274 ECHO SUMMIT ST 1276 LAKELAND DR 727 POLARIS WAY 46 YOSEMITE PL LL.M. in Taxation 668 EL CAMINITO 2140 LAWSON CIR 4129 POMONA WAY 529 YOSEMITE PL 669 EL CAMINITO 5450 LENORE AVE 130 PRATO WAY 2157 ZINFANDEL CT Over 30 Years of 5873 ELDER CIR 524 LEONA DR 5361 RAINFLOWER DR 1470 ELM ST 918 LEXINGTON WAY 2392 REES CIR Experience Serving 253 ELVIRA ST 5345 LILAC AVE 2457 REES CIR 1745 EMBASSY CIR 5314 LILAC AVE 517 ROMA CT Tri Valley 788 ESTATES ST 1216 LILLIAN ST 2877 RUTHERFORD CT 735 ESTATES ST 5177 LILLIAN ST 3937 SANTA CLARA WAY 1349 EVANS PL 1627 LOCUST ST 1935 SANTA CROCE DR 4900 Hopyard Road, 1327 FAIRVIEW CT 816 LUCERNE ST 4970 SCENIC AVE Suite 260, Pleasanton, CA 712 FALCON WAY 285 MACKENZIE CT 373 SCOTT ST 2645 FARNSWORTH DR 3835 MADEIRA WAY 140 SELBY LN (925) 463-1980 jamesjphillips.com www.LivermoreSanitation.com 925-449-7300 4 The Independent • June 16, 2016 Proposed Alameda County Budget EDITORIAL Closes $72.2 Million Funding Gap Tolerance and Understanding The Tri-Valley has responded to the mass Alameda County Ad- ous forecasts suggesting the public safety programs. numbers of working poor ministrator Susan S. Mu- economy could fall back into Even with boosted prop- whose wages are failing to killings in Orlando, Florida. ranishi has proposed a $2.8 recession in the near future. erty tax revenue, this year’s keep up with accelerating The interfaith community will gather Thurs- billion County Budget for Scott Haggerty, Presi- $72.2 million funding gap costs. day, June 16, at 6:00 p.m. at Lynnewood United FY 2016-17 that would dent of the Alameda County suggests that Alameda Soaring housing costs are Methodist Church in Pleasanton. Speakers will include modest funding Board of Supervisors, com- County has a structural defi- one of the biggest factors represent Christians, Jews, and Muslims. increases to community mented, “High demand for cit in which State and fed- squeezing residents with service providers, allow the low incomes. The Board In a press release, it was noted that the safety net services adminis- eral funding combined with County to continue build- tered by the County will con- County’s limited discretion- has committed $5 million to Livermore-Pleasanton Interfaith Clergy As- ing its financial reserves tinue to strain our resources, ary revenues will continue $7.5 million per year of lim- sociation wishes to stand in solidarity against and expand resources for as rising home values and to fall short of rising costs. ited discretionary funding hatred toward the LGBTQ community and affordable housing, while rents reduce the stock of af- Governor Brown contin- towards affordable housing with peace-loving Muslim neighbors in the supporting a workforce of fordable housing and require ues to emphasize building programs across the County. more than 9,600 employees. Tri-Valley. residents to devote larger a Rainy Day Fund to pay The Board also is consider- The proposed spending and larger shares of their down debt and prepare for ing placing a Housing Bond A Meet a Muslim event will be held June plan is balanced and would incomes to housing costs." the next economic down- on the November ballot that 18 in Pleasanton. The organizer, Alisha Shaik, close a $72.2 million fund- Rising real estate values turn, which will limit the would raise hundreds of age 15, states "We hope people come to our ing gap without significant have fueled a 7.1 percent State’s ability to restore millions dollars more for af- event so we may develop an understanding program reductions or staff increase in the County’s safety net programs admin- fordable housing programs. layoffs. While this year’s for each other, and stand in solidarity against assessment roll, resulting in istered by counties that were Alameda County Su- funding gap is smaller than a boost in general purpose cut dramatically during the pervisors and department these attacks." those recorded during and revenues for the County. recession years. This will heads will use the coming One of the scheduled speakers noted that just after the Great Reces- They also are helping the only intensify the strain on weeks to study the Proposed there are many acts of violence that are not sion, its size is daunting, County to fund increases local government resources Budget and will participate attributed to the religion of the perpetrators. given the relatively posi- to many of the Commu- as demand for services re- in Budget Hearings held by For example, no attention was given to the re- tive conditions in which nity Based Organizations mains large. the Board of Supervisors growth in the national and (CBOs) that receive County In Alameda County, de- June 22-24. The Board is ligious views of the shooters from Columbine, local economies is provid- General Fund support. As mand for food assistance, scheduled to adopt the final Newtown, Charleston, or Aurora. ing some boost to County proposed, annual spending subsidized health care, cash Alameda County Budget for Organizers hope to make the point that Islam revenues. County officials by the County will grow aid and other support contin- 2016-17 on Tuesday, June is a universal way of life. It is not owned by said the challenge of keep- to about $500 million for ue at a high level, despite an 28. All sessions will be held people who come from the Middle East. ing County finances in nearly 250 CBOs providing unemployment rate that has in the Board of Supervisors balance is not likely to Chambers, 1221 Oak Street, Spreading messages of hate and fear only health and human services, fallen to 4.3 percent. This ease in the coming years – as well as housing, com- fact suggests that Alameda 5th Floor, Oakland. breeds more hate and fear. We are proud to with a growing wage gap munity development, and County is home to growing see the Tri-Valley focusing on a message of keeping a large number of tolerance and understanding. residents reliant on govern- ment services and numer- MAILBOX (Opinions voiced in let- life happens. fact, commercial businesses ters published in Mailbox The town square at are never supposed to be al- CHALLENGES ground level would have a lowed in residential areas. A (continued from page one) are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect few upscale shops like the hearing is being held on June the opinion of The Inde- ones in San Jose’s Santana 22 by the Pleasanton Plan- he knows what is coming. then relief," said Amy. "The crowave and coffeemaker. ning Commission. Please He's watched other family assessment team said that Amy's initial relief faded pendent. Letter Policy: The Row, a couple food places, Independent will not publish cafes, and other businesses join us in telling the City that members go through this." patients being nicer after the as caring for her husband it’s wrong for the City to al- Although the terms anonymous letters, nor will where people can window diagnosis is typical because became a 24/7 commitment. shop, etc. The selected low commercial businesses Alzheimer's disease and it publish letters without they want to prove how good "There is so little free- businesses should be ones to destroy the peace of resi- dementia are often used names. Abusive letters may dential neighborhoods, and they can be. Now at least we dom to live and do as I once be rejected or edited. Fre- that attract people to come interchangeably in casual that a dangerous precedent can talk about the elephant did. No impromptu dates for quent letter writers may to the square. Above the conversation, they mean dif- in the room, which was coffee, lunch, dinner, a mov- retail level would be a mix is being set which allows have publication of their let- commercial enterprises to ferent things. Dementia is an impossible before without ie," Amy said. "The stress is ters delayed. Letters should of 2 or 3 level condos and overall term for symptoms Tom escalating into anger. truly great and subversive; office space. mushroom into residential be submitted by e-mail to areas. associated with a decline Yet I have been repeatedly it sneaks up on caregivers editmail@compuserve. Could the parking struc- in mental processes that warned about the potential - adding up, bit by bit, so com.) ture be outside of the town impair a person's ability to for violence, and not to walk they can miss how stressed square at the southwest cor- Public Input Missing perform everyday activities. in front of Tom, especially they've become. Be very ner or the southeast corner Susan Steinberg Alzheimer's disease is one Refusal to Protect Area of Railroad and L Street and Livermore when going down stairs, lest careful when dealing with Erika Johnston cause of dementia, along he push me, as has happened caregivers. We often look maybe 1 or 2 levels of park- Why has the Livermore Pleasanton ing below grade? City Council failed to keep with other diseases like Par- with other patients." normal and seem normal, but I am puzzled by As- kinson's and Huntington's, Driving Livermore Ave its promise to the residents Around two years after we are not normal. We are semblymember Catharine between Railroad Ave and and brain injury, medica- who elected them? the diagnosis, it became often on the edge of falling Baker’s and Senator Steve 4th Street is a pain in both Many months ago, we tion side effects, alcoholism clear that Tom could no apart or blowing up or . . . " Glazer’s refusal to support directions due to poor timing were told there would be and drug abuse, thyroid longer be left by himself. Caring for someone with protecting Tesla Park, 3,100 of the traffic lights, two lanes public hearings on the plans abnormalities and vitamin He would throw away fam- dementia can be a long, all- acres of pristine wilderness and on-demand pedestrian for a new Downtown Devel- deficiencies. ily photographs and antique consuming and intensely outside of Livermore that is crosswalks. Having an en- opment. No such meetings "My first response to the books while cleaning, and emotional journey. In the part of a designated Audu- trance/exit from Livermore have been held, while public diagnosis was numbness, was unable to use the mi- United States, about 15 mil- bon Society “Important Bird Ave should be out of the discussions of the Isabel Av- lion people care for someone Area.” The State Parks Off question. enue project were scheduled Highway Motor Vehicle with dementia. As loved Having 6 to 8 pedestrian as promised. Recreation (OHMVR) divi- entrances and exits into and Instead, the public was ones' cognitive, physical and sion wants to expand nearby out of the town square would functional abilities diminish, invited to a Council meeting Carnegie State Vehicular help with the flow of people. where lengthy presentations ELECTION it's easy for caregivers to (continued from page one) Recreation Area into Tesla The square would be smaller by the development finalists become overwhelmed and making it an off-road ve- than area to be developed stretched out for hours. No necessary 55% vote in favor. Cook-Kallio (D). Both will neglect their own health and hicle park. so that a delivery street be on the November 2016 limit was set for their elabo- In Livermore, Measure J well-being. Home to golden eagles, would wrap around the town rate proposals. passed with 66.35% of the ballot. "Often the caregiver be- and the first nesting area square. Inside the square Finally when public com- vote, 13,246 to 6,719. Dub- Cheryl Cook-Kallio com- comes ill. I've read that south of the already im- would be seating, water fea- ment was allowed, speak- mented, "We had a strong lin's Measure H received around 55 percent of care- pacted Altamont Pass Wind tures, trees, etc… something ers were limited to 1 min- showing in the primary elec- Resource Area, Tesla is also 59.61% of the vote, 5,547 givers die before the per- to give people a sense of ute statements because “it tion and are positioned to part of the Diablo Range inclusion, that you’re part of to 3,758. Measure A, the son they're caring for," said was so late” and “so many Chabot-Las Positas Commu- win in the general election Critical Linkage Habitat the community. What about Amy. "Challenges for me wished to offer their points nity College District bond, in November." Corridor. There are three a roof structure in the center of view." passed with 64.19% of the She added, "On a per- are keeping up my health nesting pairs of golden ea- for small gatherings, meet- We had expected a true vote, 78.558 to 43,835. sonal note, few teachers while my life has become gles that use Tesla. None use ings, shade, benches, etc. public hearing - a Town Dublin Superintendent have the privilege of ap- very narrow and restricted. Carnegie cycle park and it If done right, Livermore Hall-type exchange of ideas Stephen Hanke wrote, "On plying what they taught to The long journey has caused is obvious why if you go to could boast of having a town as in previous community Carnegie. Do we want the behalf of the Board of Trust- thousands of students. In this me to feel wounded and less square that people from discussions on city propos- case, I have been the recipi- able to cope. Things like eagles to be pushed out of miles around would want als. Several hundred citizens ees, I want to thank the Tesla too? Dublin community for once ent of active participation in an outside motion-detector to come and visit… not to turned out to speak, but more The California Audubon mention the economic ben- than half had to leave before again demonstrating its ex- addition to practicing what light going out, a broken Society and Sierra Club, as traordinary commitment and I believe. I look forward to toilet seat or a plumbing efits. What do other residents having their say. well as over 25 other en- think? Residents accustomed to support for our schools. We working hard alongside you problem can feel like one vironmental, historic, and are very grateful for the pas- as we head to November." civil discussion of such im- thing too many. Life is just Native American groups portant issues are offended sage of Measure H. We will Catharine Baker com- so different." support the effort to save this Neighborhood mented, "Thank you, As- and outraged by this farce. now be able to move forward Studies show that nearly land. The County of Alam- Impacted We have a proud civic with critical funding support sembly District 16, and all all dementia caregivers feel eda and City of Livermore Michael & Darlene Miller history of defending land- as we continue to meet the of the wonderful volunteers anxiety, loneliness, sadness are among the local agencies Pleasanton use values to opt for open challenges of rapid growth." and supporters for your and exhaustion. Addition- that support protecting Tesla Although you may like space, the Urban Growth Bay Area voters ap- help in the Primary. Our ally, many experience high- with no off-road vehicle use. going to parties, you prob- Boundary and SouthLiver- hard work has given us proved Measure AA, a re- level stress, depression and Why won’t our elected state ably never expected your more Plan. We have sup- a great boost as we head neighbor on the other side gional ballot initiative that burnout. As the number of representatives do the same? ported the Tri-Valley Con- to the November election. of your backyard fence to will generate $500 million people affected by demen- servancy’s land preservation for restoration of San Fran- This showing affirms that morph into a commercial and fought off enticing of- tia increases, more support Town Square cisco Bay wetlands. Over the independent, bipartisan Glenn Stewart party business and finan- fers like Pardee's Plan. the next 20 years, Measure approach to which I am com- groups are being offered cially profit by renting their Will the City council sell through medical facilities Livermore backyard for large public AA will raise $500 million mitted resonates." In response to Nancy Ro- us short by limiting public and research organizations, parties (up to 600 people, input, as it has so obviously to fund conservation and Incumbent Steve Glazer drigue’s Downtown Liver- flood protection projects, (D) will face Republican churches and counseling including serving alcohol), done so far? centers, and senior and com- more letter in the June 2 while creating a noise nui- Developers want more including helping to restore Joseph Rubay in November Independent Mailbox. I wetlands and create numer- for the State Senate District munity programs. sance for you—and that and more housing, since agree with all six of her the City would condone it. that’s where they profit. ous new Bay trails. 7 seat. Glazer led the with "If your parent, friend or points about the location of a 110,126 votes, followed by significant other seems to Think living next to Chuck They dismiss requests for California State As- parking garage, lack of open E. Cheese during the day and sembly District 16 incum- Rubay with 55,353 and fel- have become a different per- underground parking as space, too many condos, an your local bar at night. “too expensive”, but have bent Catharine Baker (R) low Democrat, Guy Moore, son or does some odd things, entrance on Livermore Ave That is what is happen- received 65,745 votes to third with 35,505. The top run - do not walk - to get not shown actual figures to and the lack of green space, ing to us. A Masonic lodge, prove it. Putting the hotel on 56,679 for challenger Cheryl two finishers move on. help," said Amy. "For me, a water features and a place located in the Valley Trails the west side of the parcel, support group for caregivers to enjoy a cup of coffee or a neighborhood of Pleasan- as so many suggest, is also has been an oasis, a respite glass of wine. ton, remodeled and turned “pricey” but no hard num- and a blessing. The sharing, I feel the vacant lot de- their backyard into an out- bers have been cited. door entertainment area to the ability to talk with others velopment lends itself to Livermore deserves a who truly 'get it,' and having a town square. My letter, supplement their income. This change has destroyed great civic downtown, with (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) others who can laugh and cry A Public Square, was pub- open space rather than ex- Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala lished in the April 28 paper. the peace and tranquility of Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) about it all is invaluable." neighboring residents. This panses of hot concrete. We Editor: Janet Armantrout Anyone who’s been to any To find local support is contrary to the zoning deserve more parking than The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., European cities has prob- Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional groups, www.alz.org/care, codes and the use permit the developers’ proposal, entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998.T he Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. and www.larpd.org. ably walked through the that the Planning Commis- which barely increases the com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, town square or sat outside spaces presently filled com- 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. Next week The Indepen- sion approved in 1977. Of a café. Town squares have pletely on a daily basis. This Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 dent will publish the third of course, large parties and during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. a three-part series on demen- always been a destination commercial businesses have is obviously inadequate to Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. serve the patrons of retail, tia and Alzheimer's disease. where people can socialize, their place – but it shouldn’t www.independentnews.com do business and where civic be in residential areas. In (More MAILBOX, page 8) June 16, 2016 • The Independent 5 Arkin to Seek Third Term on Pleasanton School Board

Pleasanton Unified the board in November 2008 issues for residents and par- legal services. decisions.” degree in Health Science School Board Trustee Val- on a platform of supporting ents. She is endorsed by Con- As a school board trustee, from California State Uni- erie Arkin will seek a third the highest quality academic “As a parent of three gressman Eric Swalwell, Arkin serves on the Special versity Northridge, and an term on the school board. programs for students, and children who went through who represents the 15th Education Local Plan Area MBA from California Lu- Arkin was first elected to transparency about school Pleasanton’s public school District of California. "Val- Board and the City of Pleas- theran University. She also system, and as a longtime erie works to ensure that all anton Liaison Committee. completed the Governance school volunteer, I under- students have the resources She has also completed two Training program of the stand the need to keep par- they need in order to reach terms on the Pleasanton Li- California School Boards Freedom of Information ents completely informed their maximum potential. brary Commission and is a Association. about decisions that will Valerie is honest, respectful, past member of the Board of For more information Federal Lawsuit Filed affect their children and that and objective and she en- Managers for the Tri-Valley about Valerie Arkin, visit courages stakeholder input valeriearkinforschoolboard. Tri-Valley CAREs (Communities Against a Radioactive are being conducted using YMCA. in order to make informed com Environment) filed a Federal lawsuit in United States District taxpayer money. During my Arkin holds a bachelor’s Court for the Northern District of California last Friday two terms on the board, I against the U.S. Dept. of Energy (DOE) and its National am very proud of the great Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The suit charges progress that we have made the two failed to comply with the Freedom of Information in improving the communi- Act (FOIA), which requires federal agencies to respond to cations conduit between the public requests for information within 20 days. district and the community,” According to the complaint, Tri-Valley CAREs alleges said Arkin. “It is still a work four separate instances the DOE and NNSA failed to provide in progress, but I will always CANDIDATE INFORMATION MEETING responsive, unclassified documents regarding operations continue to lobby for greater at the agencies’ Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory advances in the arena of On November 8, 2016, the City of Livermore will hold a General Municipal Election (LLNL). The information that is the subject of the litigation communication.” for the purpose of electing a Mayor and two Council Members. is overdue by up to two years, said a press release. High academic achieve- ment as well as fiscal re- The City Clerk’s Office will hold an information meeting for persons who are The group’s lawsuit asks the judge to issue a court order interested in running for office. The purpose of the meeting is to provide information appointing a Special Counsel to investigate the pattern of sponsibility are two areas of focus for Arkin. on the election, such as the nomination process, conflict of interest and campaign abuse wherein DOE and NNSA fail to comply with the law. reporting requirements, the City’s election ordinance and campaign signs. The Special Counsel would then determine whether disci- Among the many other plinary action is warranted and against whom. contributions Arkin points Livermore residents interested in running for office, their campaign managers, “The DOE and NNSA are egregiously out of compliance to during her tenure have treasurers, and other interested parties are invited to attend this informational with the law,” noted Tri-Valley CAREs’ Staff Attorney, Scott been the involvement of stu- meeting. Yundt. “This frustrates the public’s basic right to know.” dent board members to help adult board members better DATE: wednesday, June 22, 2016 Yundt added. “In some cases, important opportunities for TIME: 6:00 PM public input have elapsed and projects have gone forward understand the student per- spective in board decisions, LOCATION: council Chambers while the group’s information requests went unanswered.” 3575 PacificAvenue Tri-Valley CAREs brought similar FOIA litigation to an update of district policies, Livermore, California compel the release of documents under the Freedom of initiating more reading inter- Information act in 1998, 2000, 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2013. vention programs, having a member of the public serve For more information, contact the City Clerk’s Office at 925.960.4200 or “We should not have to file lawsuits in order to obtain public [email protected]. information,” said Yundt. on the audit committee, and an evaluation of the district’s 6 The Independent • June 16, 2016 SPORTS NOTES Pleasanton Seahawks The Pleasanton Seahawks swim team hosted the Long Course Senior II meet at the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center on June 4-5, 2016. Swimming for the Pleasanton Seahawks; Elisabeth Balicanta (14), Emily Chen (13) with 3 new personal best times, Jacqueline Davis (16), Caroline Eckel (15) 1BT, Hannah Franzwa (15), Lauren Jhong (12) 1BT, Olivia Kim (12) 1BT, Marissa Lawrence (15) 2BT, Mackenzie Lee (13) 1BT, Sofia Moufarrej (16) 1BT, Stephanie Shao (14), Ryane Skinner (18), Claire Suen (14) 2BT, Paulina Umansky (15), Emma Valentine (15) 2 BT, Ellen Wang (13), Emma Washam (14) 2 BT, Gwyn- eth Wong (13), Mary Woods (18), So- phia Xing (13) 3 BT, Danielle Zacharias (18), Nja Zuniga (15), Mattias Blanco (15) 4BT, Brandon Brown (17) 2BT, Nathan Caparaz (16) 5BT, Calvin Chui (15), Calvin David, Do Hyun (14) 1 BT, Ryan Kobayashi (13) 3BT, The Livermore Little League Majors: On June 4, Royals Tyler Lu (15), Robert Mitu (14), Franco Moufarrej (14) 3BT, Lleyton survived the Pirates’ rally, and escape dwith 2-1 victory Plattel (13) 3BT, Alex Ren (13) 6BT, to clench the Championship title for the Majors division. Nick Skinner (15) 5BT, Sam Smith (15) 2BT, Ben Sproul (16), Robert The Pirates were never able to get over the hump and Torres (15) 3BT, Justin Tsai (14) 2 BT, overcome their troubles against the Royals after falling and Nicholas Wonosaputra (15) with 1 new Personal Best Time. behind by two runs in the fourth inning. The Pirates scored one run in the fifth inning. Chanston B. baffled Livermore the Pirates, striking out 12 batters. He allowed one Aquacowboys earned run on two hits and two walks over 4 1/3 innings. The Livermore Aquacowboy Swim Riley S. came in to finish the game for the Royals. There Photos - Doug Jorgensen Team competed at three venues simul- taneously resulting in several superb were many great hits by the Royals, but the Pirates’ The World's Fastest Rodeo came out of the chutes in Livermore with fast-paced non- performances. defense kept the runners from scoring more than 2 LAC Senior Elite swimmers Anna stop action on June 11 and 12. The 98th annual Livermore Rodeo included a week Friedrich, Dante Demayo, Brandon runs the entire game. Picturd are the Livermore Little of events, culminating with the competition at Robertson Arena. Events included Fischer and Trent Trump all made League's Major Royals, who finished in 1st place in the finals-placing in the top at the Santa bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and Clara International Grand Prix, a meet regular season won the Major Division Playoffs. bull riding. that brought Olympic and National team members from around the world. Anna made finals in 200 free, 100 fly, 100 back and 200 back and earned a USA swimming Bronze qualifying time in the 200 back. Dante swam unshaved best times in the 100 fly and 50 free and made finals in the 200 fly. Brandon got season best times and qualified finals in the 100 and 200 breaststroke. Trent achieved best times in the 100 fly and 50 free and made finals in the 50 and 100 free. At the Pleasanton Senior 2 meet, LAC had several breakout performanc- es including best times by Matthew Hayes, Jared Tovera, Chris Gonzalez, Dante Demayo, Paige daCosta and Paige Chew. Paige Chew finished 2nd overall at the meet in the 400 IM and Paige daCosta finished 2nd overall in the 1500 free. LAC’s Varsity, Junior, and Novice groups captured some top times at Timing Day with outstanding swims by Alina Ellis, Natalie, Audrey, and Olivia Gravestock, Rivers and Skye Domin- Pictured are Tri-Valley Elite (TVE) wrestling club team guez, Claire Mckinnon, Dominic Persi and Max Ghiglieri, who swam at the members who competed in the Kids' Freestyle State top of their age groups for all races. Championships. Dolphins Swamp Marlins On June 11, 2016 the Pleasanton Valley Club Dolphins swam to victory in their first meet of the season against the Club Sport San Ramon Marlins with a final score of 1186 to 394. The following were first place swims, which represented nearly every event at the meet: 100 Yard Medley Relay: Girls 6 & under: Emily Montgomery, Addison Montoya, Alana Rauscher, Genevieve Schmidt; Mixed 6 & under: Ansel Kading, Delaney Willardson, Poppy Buser, Daniel Heid; Girls 7-8: Mia Live Action Sports at the Fair Trejo, Regan Braga, Elisabeth Gersich, Kaia Hoyman; Mixed 7-8: Jared Risher, Live Action Sports return “The extreme action and updated schedule. Thatcher Douwes, Joshua Salonga, Landon Kenney; Girls 9-10: Beti to Alameda County Fair this shows were such a hit last Action Sports Arena Terpstra, Zoe Allen, Katie Salonga, year with more featured year, we are not only bring- Shows: Extreme Rodeo, Elizabeth Williams; Mixed 9-10: Na- shows and an expanded ing it all back, we are offer- June 17-18, 7 p.m.l Fiesta than Bodensteiner, Colin Braga, Kevin Pictured are Livermore Aquacowboys Senior Elite Franck, Evan Shackelford spectator arena. ing more of it this year along Del Charro, June 19, 7 p.m.; 200 Yard Medley Relay: Girls 11- swimmers Anna Friedrich, Dante Demayo, Brandon Fans of high-octane en- with a bigger arena and more Monster Trucks, June 24-26, 12: Alyssa Lam, Sophia Kang, Elena Fischer and Trent Trump and Coach Alex Silver taken seating,” said Judy Carrico, 7 p.m.; demolition derby, Bolt, Katrina Terpstra; Mixed 11-12: tertainment can look for- Jackson Risher, Daniel Kim, Ethan at the Santa Clara International Grand Prix. ward to a different featured Operations Manager. “It’s July 1-2, 7 p.m.; RV demoli- Braga, Evan Grell; Girls 13-14: Zoe show each weekend includ- still all free with admission. tion, July 3, 7 p.m. Reid, Kaylee Dillon, Julia Gonsman, ing Monster Trucks, Demo- The newly expanded Ac- Trick Roping featuring Vanessa Montiel; Mixed 13-14: Jacob Andres Hall, Zachary Benson, Jared in WPSL action last Friday Night at Lawrence, Nathan Yu, David Gjerde, Risher Mountain House Stadium. Wildkatz lition Derby and Extreme tion Sports Arena offers “El Charro” Tomas Gar- Devin Guinee; Girls 15-18: Brooke 200 Yard Free Relay: Girls 9-10: started the game off strong and got Christian, Meg MacGregor, McKenna Sydney Seipel, Kennedy Morgan, on the scoreboard early with beauti- Rodeo, plus Freestyle Mo- 1,000 more seats than last cilazo, June 15-16, 1:30, Harris, Ally Wu; Mixed 15-18: Chase tocross shows daily. Special year. All nighttime shows 4 and 6:30 p.m.; June 21- Makayla Rauscher, Clair Gersich; ful passing and well orchestrated ball Sinclair, Nathan Williams, Carter Mixed 9-10: Evan Shakelford, Eli movement. Local Tracy High School one-day events, Fiesta Del will begin an hour earlier at 23, 1:30, 4, 6:30 p.m.l K-9 Person, Alan Thomas Morris, Noah Trejo, Nathan Boden- star Ashley Hallen received a heal pass Charro and RV Demolition 7:00 p.m. this year so guests Kings Flying Dog Show, 25 Yard Free: Girls 6 & under: Ad- steiner; Girls 11-12: Norah Dooley, from Delanie Sheehan and laid off a dison Montoya; Girls 7-8: Mia Trejo; Sarah Baer, Marta Wilbrink, Alyssa perfect pass to Sydni Lunt who blasted also return, plus Flat Track can also attend the featured June 28,29, 30, 1:30 and 4 Boys 7-8: Landon Kenney Lam; Mixed 11-12: Evan Grell, Matt into the corner of the net. Second goal 50 Yard Free: Girls 9-10: Katie Baranek, Hudson Terpstra, Dustin would be much of the same ball move- Quad Racing, Trick Roping Big O Tires Concert at 8:00 p.m.; Freestyle Motocross, Salonga; Boys 9-10: Nathan Boden- and the K-9 Kings Flying p.m. if they choose. Visit June 15-July 3 at various Schmidt; Girls 13-14: Savina Deleo, ment between Sheehan and Devyn steiner; Girls 11-12: Katrina Terpstra; Michaela Hoyman, Sarah Banholzer, Gilfoy before Lauren Sisneros rattled Dog Show, all new to the www.alamedacountyfair. times. Boys 11-12: Jackson Risher; Girls 13- Vanessa Montiel; Mixed 13-14: Jacob the side post with a shot into the side Fair this year. com for more information 14: Julia Gonsman ; Boys 13-14: David Lawrence, Will Bosse, Evan Thomas, net. Wildkatz went up 3-0 with a long Gjerde ; Girls 15-18: Meg MacGregor Devin Guinee; Girls 15-18: Brooke throw from Rebekah McCarthy to Lo- ; Boys 15-18: Chase Sinclair Christian, Rachel Baer, Anna Bosse, cal Livermore resident Jessica Hufford 25 Yard Butterfly: Girls 6 & under: McKenna Harris; Mixed 15-18: Cole who slammed it home. Wave would get Addison Montoya; Boys 6 & under: Markley, Carter Person, Daniel Huang, one back with a fast counter at the end Chamber Golf Outing Taking Entries Armando Hall ; Girls 7-8: Elisabeth Matthew Dotson of the half making it 3-1. Second half Gersich; Boys 7-8: Landon Kenney; young players started, replacing all Girls 9-10: Katie Salonga; Boys 9-10: players heading to Idaho to represent The front nine is routed Center and New Leaf Com- ets, putting contest, lunch, Colin Braga Northern California as state champions 50 Yard Butterfly: Girls 11-12: Tri-Valley Wrestling through the valley and the munity Markets, is a great dinner, snacks and drinks The Tri-Valley Elite (TVE) wres- for Far West Regionals. Wave took Alyssa Lam; Girls 13-14: Julia Gons- advantage of the inexperience and back nine sits on a higher opportunity to engage and on the course as well as a man; Boys 13-14: David Gjerde ; tling club travelled to Fresno, CA to compete in the Kid's Freestyle State put in two goals to even the score at elevation with the Hap- provide more exposure for a tee sign and leaderboard Girls 15-18: Ally Wu ; Boys 15-18: 3-3. More adjustments made a huge Carter Person Championships. "Kid's" essentially py Valley Creek winding business. The event is open sponsorship. covers the ages of 8-13 years old. impact as youngster Kayla Grisham 25 Yard Breaststroke: Girls 6 & (14) drew a foul on the right flank, to the public and sign-ups On top of 18 holes of under: Emily Montgomery; Girls 7-8: Freestyle is the International style throughout. Superior views & rules of wrestling, which will be Megan Amick stepped up and launched are coming in daily. scramble golf, golfers had Regan Braga; Boys 7-8: Landon Ken- a game winning rocket shot over the of Mount Diablo fill the sky ney; Girls 9-10: Zoe Allen; Boys 9-10: showcased in the Olympics this sum- lunch, on-course tacos, mar- mer. TVE had 8 kids compete at the GK head and into the back of the net. line to the north and incred- Sponsorship opportuni- Colin Braga This makes two victories on the year so garitas and mai tais just to 50 Yard Breaststroke: Girls 11-12: State tournament, and came away with ible sanctuaries dedicated ties include everything from 5 state placers. far for Wildkatz placing them tied for name a few followed by Sophia Kang; Boys 11-12: Daniel Kim; 2nd in Northern California conference. to the Callippe Butterfly are a tee sign with company Girls 13-14: Kaylee Dillon; Boys 13- Carter Bailey won his first 3 dinner and raffle prizes. matches, earning a spot in the Finals, On Sunday, Wildkatz took on displayed. This is Callippe name out on the course to the 14: Nathan Yu; Girls 15-18: Meg Mac- SF NightHawks at the historic Kezar Contests for putting, long Gregor; Boys 15-18: Nathan Williams where he lost, placing 2nd in State. Preserve Golf Course, where leaderboard, where a logo is EJ Parco dropped his first match of Stadium on Sunday. Wildkatz were drive, closest to the pin and 100 Yards Individual Medley: Girls impressive scoring two beautiful the annual Chamber Golf in front of every golfer while 9-10: Katie Salonga; Boys 9-10: Colin the tournament, but battled back, win- hole-in one were part of the ning 4 straight matches. EJ made it to goals. Rachel Leonard scored from a Outing will be on Friday, they’re in their golf cart. Braga; Girls 11-12: Katrina Terpstra; nice ball from Camilla Fonseca for the outing as well as a tee prize Boys 11-12: Daniel Kim; Girls 13-14: the Consolation Championship match, August 5, 2016. Golfers have the option to where he lost, placing 4th in State. first goal and youngster Kayla Grisham for each golfer from great Kaylee Dillon; Boys 13-14: Jacob (14 years old) gets her second goal of participate as an individual, Lawrence; Girls 15-18: Ally Wu; Boys Donovan Lucente had a really The Chamber’s Golf Out- participating restaurants. tough weight class, but battled hard to part of a foursome or in the 15-18: Chase Sinclair ing, sponsored by Barry Sw- For more information and 25 Yard Backstroke: Girls 6 & earn 7th place in State. Donovan had enson Builder, Big O Tires Corporate VIP Challenge under: Emily Montgomery; Girls 7-8: just placed 5th in Folkstyle State this to sign-up for the golf out- past March, his first State placing ever. of Pleasanton, Black Tie flight. This Corporate VIP Regan Braga; Boys 7-8: Landon Ken- ing, visit www.pleasanton. ney; Girls 9-10: Katie Salonga; Boys Caleb Tatad and Jordan Bets both Transportation, Irby Ranch, Challenge is the all-inclu- org and click on the link for 9-10: Nathan Bodensteiner fought hard, earning their first State sive, full-service package 50 Yard Backstroke: Girls 11-12: placings ever. Both Caleb and Jordan John Muir Health – San August 5 Golf Outing or placed 7th in State. that includes golf, raffle tick- Alyssa Lam; Boys 11-12: Jackson Ramon Regional Medical email [email protected]. Rishe; Girls 13-14: Julia Gonsman; Three other competitors; Gavin Boys 13-14: David Gjerde; Girls 15- Fernandez, Zavion Fernandez and 18: Brooke Christian; Boys 15-18: Rylan Matheson, also battled hard Chase Sinclair and came very close to placing at 100 Yard Free Rela: Girls 6 & State as well. Bocce Tournament Offers Prizes under: Addison Montoya, Genevieve Schmidt, Alana Rauscher, Emily for Cash for information and Livermore and see Bocce’s Montgomery; Girls 7-8: Olivia Kang, West Coast Soccer On June 25th and 26th, West Coast Wildkatz earned a registration forms. Deadline cream of the crop compete Addison Hobizal, Enakshi Devasarma, any Bocce player from Regan Braga; Boys 7-8: Laird Muise, 4-3 victory over North Bay Wave across the United States for registering is June 1. in the Championship finals. will be able to compete in Brainchild of Ben Muso- “The Championships are Campo di Bocce of Liver- lf, COO at Campo di Bocce, free and open to the public more’s Dash for Cash Bocce “This DASH FOR CASH daily,” says Musolf. No ex- Resu ta rant tournament with $11 000 in tournament is specifically cuse not to show up –we’ll prize money. Celebrating designed to get new players be serving appetizers at half For Sale Campo di Bocce’s tenth into the sport, and with this off our regular prices from 10 EAST Kitchen & Tap House anniversary, and as a kickoff type of prize money, I think 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the for the week-long United we’ll get lots of new players Championship tournament Turlock, CA - $1,500,000 States Bocce Champion- interested.” weekdays; we’ll have draft 10EASTKitchenandtaphouse.com ships. All Bocce players This event will kick off beer for $3 and wine by the are eligible to compete. the National Bocce Cham- glass for $6.00 or less, what Kevin H. Donlon (209) 606-7308 Just build a team of 4 and pionships, June 25 through a way to celebrate our tenth register at www.campodi- July 2nd, when Bay Area birthday!” DONLON REALTY bocce.com. Click on Dash Bocce enthusiasts can visit BRE01378612 June 16, 2016 • The Independent 7 SPORTS NOTES Mom Follows Kids in Pursuing Degree

Doreen Wagner of Liver- more wasn’t your stereo- typical student-athlete at Las Positas College, but this en- ergetic 45-year-old mother of five had a lasting impact on the Hawks’ swimming and cross country teams. On Friday, May 27, Doreen became a graduating college student, and was awarded an Associate degree in the field of Kinesiology. “Las Positas College has been a real gift in my life,” says Wagner. “The diver- sity of the students in back- ground and age, and the high Dolphins Sophia Falcione and Kate Dooley in a pre-race quality of education that hug (above). In the lower photo, a Dolphin is shown we all benefit from is just starting off the blocks. amazing.” Two years ago Wagner, a native of Crystal Lake, Illi- nois, decided it was her turn to go to college and enrolled at Las Positas. She had spent Doreen Wagner and family wearing their college shirts. from, left to right, are Doreen two decades home school- ing her children --- three of Wagner (Las Positas), Amanda Wagner (UCLA, daughter in-law), Zachary Wagner whom are currently in col- (UCLA Alumni mathematics), Jordan Wagner (high school) Julian Wagner Barrett lege, along with one college (Honors College ASU, Math / Bio degree) Sydney Wagner (United States Coast Guard graduate, and one child still Academy, math degree) and Caleb Wagner (UC Irvine, engineering degree). living at home. In the fall of 2014, Wag- ner joined the Las Positas Hawks cross-country team opportunity and it turned out State East Bay or San Jose under the guidance of Coach to be very, very rewarding,” State. Steve Navarro. Her hard she added. “Las Positas College work earned her the coveted Wagner was among 53 offered me the flexibility to Coach’s Award in her first competitors in the powerful pursue my goals, and I was season, and a designation the year off a nice cross from Kasidee community and international projects Hawks men’s and women astounded by the level of Wiley. The Nighthawks managed two of the Rotary Club of Pleasanton. as team captain this past swim program. Host Las expertise that my instructors late goals to tie it up 2-2 at the historic There is a race or walk event for season. Wagner enjoyed Positas repeated as men’s had. Most were professors Kezar Stadium in San Fransisco. everyone: 10k/run 8am, 5K walk/run running over hills and trails West Coast Soccer announced 21 8:15am, and a Kids challenge 9:30am. and women’s team champi- with a doctorate, and one of of their graduating seniors earning The 10k and 5k certified courses are with the cross-country team, ons in the Coast Conference my health instructors was an college scholarships at halftime of flat and fast, using the monitored typically logging more than their game. This is a new NPL record downtown streets of Pleasanton and meet, before competing actual medical doctor,” said for the most players moving on to a portion of the paved and unpaved three miles at a time. strongly in the CCCAA Wagner. play college soccer from any 1 club scenic Arroyo Trails. The Kids chal- However, collegiate State Championships in East in Northern California. lenge (2-8yrs) is a series of sprints swimming in the spring down Main Street. Los Angeles, May 5-7. A Event T-Shirts will be given to season represented a much fledgling swimmer, Wagner Slowpitch Softball every 10k and 5k participant, finisher bigger challenge. Wagner The City of Pleasanton Com- ribbons go to all Kids Challenge run- tackled several challenging munity Services Department offers ners, trophies for top male and female didn’t know how to swim distance events this season, over 20 slow pitch softball leagues. and masters(over 50), awards three before taking a Swimming including the 1,650-yard Registration begins soon. deep in designated age groups for for Fitness class at Las Posi- Leagues are open to all skill levels male and female participants. Raffle freestyle, 500 freestyle and and run from Sunday through Friday prizes and giveaways galore, along tas one year ago. She was 200 freestyle. evenings. A new Women’s League, with post-race refreshments including taught proper techniques, in- with Monday night games will be of- fruit, ice cream and face painting are “Doreen has made tre- fered. In addition, the City also offers part of the event. cluding non-competitive and mendous improvement and Coed Business Leagues on Wednesday Register online by June 13th or competitive swim strokes, has always displayed a good and Thursday evenings, with all games mail in by June 10th. Pick up race by Las Positas swim and begin at 5:15 p.m. packet and T-Shirts at Fleet Feet Sports, work ethic and a desire to All games are played at the Ken 234#A Main Street Pleasanton: Friday, dive coach Jason Craighead. challenge herself,” Craig- Mercer Sports Park Adult Softball June 17th noon-7pm and June 18th She has come a long way in Complex (5800 Parkside Drive). 10am-2pm. To register go to www. head says. “If you remove Games begin August 2nd. For further spiritrun.com a short time. the fact that she is a mother information, please visit www.pleas- “Training for the swim of five who is 45-years- antonsports.org. team was really tough. I Raise Your Game (RYG) is the • Early bird registration (open to old, she was very similar to Where: premier co-ed basketball camp. Fall Softball Offered have a new appreciation Featuring current & former Men & all teams) is May 31st – June 22nd. Livermore Girls Softball Asso- half the team coming into Kimball High School Women professional athletes. • Open Registration (fees increase ciation is offering a Fall Recreational for what athletes have to go $50) is June 23rd – July 8th. the season—lacking self- 3200 Jaguar Run, Tracy, CA RYG applies technical basketball season again this year. Registration is through,” according to Wag- instruction, intensive drill sequences • Registration deadline is July 8th already open, go to www.Livermore- confidence and unaware of and guided game situational play (space permitting). GirlsSoftball.org to register. Season ner. “There is an enormous her actual abilities.” Cost: from NBA and FIBA players who have For further information, please excelled at the highest level. starts late August/early September and amount of training required gi roup d scounts available! contact the Sports Office at (925) ends in early November. Those days of insecurity Boys & girls will receive position 931-3437 or at nvelazquez@cityof- for the sport, you have to are now gone, says Wagner, Middle School = $45 per child specific instruction, mental pleasantonca.gov. compete in all weather con- conditioning, speed training and who is looking to finish a High School = $90 per child ongoing analysis for continued Run San Ramon ditions, and factor in the improvement. The annual Run San Ramon will certification as a personal Fusion Soccer Club b e held on July 4. This Independence time it takes to travel to For details, contact: Tickets: trainer and perhaps pursue Jordan Richardson - Camp Director rygbasketballcamp.eventbrite.com Registration is now open online Day classic offers a race or walk for meets. It can be grueling but a bachelor’s degree at Cal for Livermore Fusion Soccer Club all participants, with a 5K Run/Walk I just looked at it as a great o: 209.627.0232 | c: 214.755.9032 Info: fall recreational and select soccer. and a 10K Run. Proceeds from Run e: [email protected] camrestoration.org/events Programs are available for children San Ramon will benefit the City of ages U5-U19. Visit fusionsc.org for San Ramon’s community programs. more information or to register. The two courses feature flat, fast, Visit the office at 1976 Fourth and paved surfaces, running through- Street in Livermore to learn more out the monitored streets in the Bishop about programs. Ranch area of San Ramon (East of 680). In addition, both events will be chip-times by On Your Mark Events. Fall Softball Participants will receive commemora- Livermore Girls Softball Asso- tive T-shirt, beverages, snacks, and ciation is now accepting registration goodies provided by the sponsors. for the Fall Recreational season. The Mayor’s Cup trophies will be season starts in late August and goes awarded to the winning pre-registered through October. No prior experience San Ramon resident, male and female necessary. To learn more, visit the web- of the 5K and 10K events. Mayor’s site at lgsa.org or email [email protected]. Crown trophy will award the lowest combined times of the 2015 Bah Hum- bug Run and 2016 Run San Ramon Mavericks Fastpitch Try- preregistered 5K runner (male and female). Medals are given to the first outs three (male/female) finishers in each Mavericks Fastpitch, a com- age division. petitive travel ball team based out of All events per person: $35.00 Livermore, competes in ASA, NSA & (postmarked by June 24). Entry in- USSSA tournaments. Program seeks creases to $40 from June 25 through volunteers to volunteer time and of- race day. fer a helping hand to organizations All events per person family rate: throughout the local community. $30.00 per person (3 persons or more) Looking for motivated, competi- -- Must be immediate family only, and tive, dedicated players who want to all entry forms must be submitted at play and compete at the highest level the same time, (postmarked by June for the 2016 Spring, Summer and 24). Entry increases to $40 from June Fall seasons. 25 through race day. Currently scheduling tryouts for Registration information at www. our 10U, 12U and 14U programs. sanramon.ca.gov/parks/events/races. To register for tryouts send emails htm to: [email protected] or Check-in and race day registra- call 650-922-2165 tion will be open at 6:45 a.m., at the San Ramon Central Park Community Annual Spirit Run Center, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. (East The Rotary Club of Pleasanton side of 680), in San Ramon—same will host its 23rd Annual Father’s Day location of the races’ start and finish Spirit Run on June 19. It will be held in lines. Both the 10K Run and 5K Run/ downtown Pleasanton, under the Main Walk will start at 8:00 a.m. Street Arch. This Dads' day family For more Run San Ramon infor- tradition funds college scholarships mation and/or an application, contact for Pleasanton Graduates, as well as the San Ramon Parks & Community Services at (925) 973-3200.

Photo - Doug Jorgensen There were moments of joy at Sauced in downtown Livermore as the Golden State Warriors took on the Cleveland Cavaliers in game 3 of the NBA playoffs. The Warriors lost the game, but went on to take game 4. On Tuesday, the Cavaliers won sending the series back to Cleveland for game 6.

8 The Independent • June 16, 2016 MAILBOX Japanese American, Internment hotel, convention center utes, for developers to speak. against other San Joaquin Camp Survivor and Author to Speak planned for the area, much As we celebrate our county schools ended. The Museum on Main less the housing. opportunity to have some The crash put me in a welcomes Tadashi Kishi for We have not worked so change or development at coma for 100 days with hard to preserve open space this location, let's meet it broken and dislocated bones, an author talk on June 23rd around our borders just to with careful thinking as well paralysis, and brain injuries at 7:00pm. Kishi at the age see our downtown over- as enthusiasm. of 20 was living with his whelmed with the clustered that affect me daily. I spent a month at St. Joseph’s Medi- family in the Los Angeles housing being planned and area when Pearl Harbor was the traffic that will add to The Homophobic Roots cal Center in Stockton then street congestion. Rev. Lucas Hergert six months at Golden State attacked. His family, along The new housing that Minister, Unitarian Univer- Rehabilitation Hospital in with thousands of Japanese is being demanded can be salist Church, Livermore San Ramon. 17 months of Americans, both citizens and built on many empty parcels The shooting at the Or- therapy followed. non-citizens, living along throughout the city. We have lando nightclub was a hor- I lost my freedom to the west coast were sent to only one downtown to de- rific act. I am heartbroken live independently. I can- internment camps or concen- velop. Let’s plan something for the victims and their not drive, do certain jobs tration camps in the spring of to be proud of instead of a families. It is hard to fathom and it is difficult touring the 1942. Kishi and his family crowded mini-suburb. the amount of destruction beaches, deserts, forests, and were sent to a camp located done on that single night. fields of beautiful California in Manzanar CA. Kishi was Since then, people have because my hearing, talking Workshop Needed discussed different sources a physics teacher in the Patricia Mann and walking are impaired. camp’s high school for a of blame. News outlets and Show your American Livermore officials have argued over year and then left his fam- The City Council's agree- spirit by designating a sober ily in camp to work for the lenient gun laws and what driver if you drink. Do not ment to consider having a to do about ISIS. Military Intelligent Service drive drunk. Freedom does workshop regarding plans But if there is another teaching Japanese to mem- for development the First thing I hope that people not include cuffs and steel Street/Livermore Avenue bars. bers of the Army Reserve. remember, it’s that this was After the War, Kishi, like area is a helpful offer. an attack on a gay and les- The concept of "buy in" so many Japanese Americans bian nightclub. It was a hate Let's Do It Right who were sent to the camps to assure citizen support for crime against the LGBTQ a project has its origins in Sally Bystroff stayed silent about their ex- community. Livermore New England Town Hall As a gay man and as a periences. It is not until his meetings where members of The very verbal crowd granddaughter asked him to Tadashi Kishi minister committed to equal- that attended the Council the town could learn about ity, I have watched with dis- share his experience with her and react on the spot to what meeting on May 30 is testi- Japanese internment camps call the museum or stop by comfort as some politicians mony to the excitement and class did he begin to discuss is presented by proponents. and news outlets failed to what happened to his family had on his life, as well as to reserve your spot for this Every citizen was invited, involved interest in our com- name it for what it is. in WWII. Kishi eventually the lives of other Japanese very special event! allowed to speak, and hear munity feels for its future. Americans who were held For more information If our society is going to Because there were so decided to write a memoir discussed his ideas and those alleviate the possibility of in these camps. phone the Museum on Main of other people. The citizens many with good ideas with about his time in Manzanar such atrocities happening suggestions and vision for entitled, Ringo-En; My In- The talk will be held in at (925) 462-2766. The Mu- might be persuaded by the in the future, it is important proponents or might reject the future of our downtown ternment at Manzanar, CA. the museum’s gallery space, seum on Main is located at to acknowledge the role please act thoughtfully and which is currently display- 603 Main Street in historic all or part of the proposed homophobia played in the On June 23rd, Kishi will plan, budget or policy. with more than enough in- be at the Museum on Main ing The Art of Survival; The downtown Pleasanton. It is incident. formation about the issues to Art of Tule Lake. Tadashi open to the public Tuesday If the proponents were It is a painful reality that to discuss his book, as well successful, a consensus was be considered at forthcom- Kishi’s book will be avail- through Saturday from 10:00 LGBTQ people still struggle ing community planning as the factors leading up to reached and citizen support against hatred and igno- the internment of Japanese able for purchase in the a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday of any extra requirements opportunities. We do seem museum store and he will from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. For rance. But it exists, and it to need a Hotel downtown Americans during WWII, on their part was likely. If needs to be challenged in be available for signing after more information about cur- consensus was not reached, with conference space; more his experiences in camp, and our schools, workplaces, and parking is necessary and a his family’s experiences in the talk. Tickets are free, but rent exhibits and programs, proponents might have faced houses of worship. We need space is limited and pre- reg- visit the Museum’s web site considerable opposition. large off street plaza. This is camp after he left. Kishi will to strive for a world where possible, which sounds good istration is required. Please at www.museumonmain.org I hope this workshop will people are loved for who also be discussing the impact clarify the following? Are for the Lucky site. There are or call (925)462-2776 they are and not targeted actually a number of sites in we planning for what current for it. residents want and need or the downtown area where That’s something we can surrounding land owners no for the wishes of occasional all do, and we can start by visitors/attendees at special doubt are hoping may be part naming and challenging of the planning. Library Plans Special Programs events? What features would those times when it does not Livermore still has Children will participate citizens like to see in the happen. The Livermore Public Li- ing the past, and creating limited space? What are the enough land areas within brary will host a free Peanut art and animation. This in experiments performed by unmet needs of the center of the city limits to see resi- a LLNL scientist to reinforce Celebrate Freedom! dential growth. I hope the Naturally Festival, put on by free program, sponsored by town? Do the plan options the Charles Schulz Museum the Friends of the Library, basic concepts about elec- take into account unique Lori Martin downtown area is not con- Tracy sidered for housing. We on Saturday, June 18, 2016 is geared toward ages 4 and tricity, chemistry, density, air needs of children,youth, dis- pressure and states of matter. abled, and elders? How cost- Fourth of July is one of have a real opportunity to from 10am to 4pm at the older. effective are the components America’s favorite holidays. think towards Livermore Civic Center Library, located This free program is geared of the plan as envisioned by We proudly celebrate the being a destination town for at 1188 S. Livermore Ave. A free, Fun with Science toward elementary-aged members of the community? freedom and independence weekend excursions because Drop by for hands-on science program will be put on by students. What "look" do people want our brave soldiers fought the downtown is a drawing and art stations. the Lawrence Livermore The Livermore Public for the area: design, color, hard to gain and keep. card. If people want big box With up to 15 nature- National Lab (LLNL) on Library’s Summer Reading variety? Some abuse their free- shopping we already have it. related interactive exhibits, Wednesday, June 22, 2016 Program is a free program Can we save the old I also hope that the Coun- dom by driving drunk. Driv- children will explore and at 10:30am at the Rincon featuring special events and cil will take a minute to Livermore Train Station ing drunk can limit the free- building? It has some class learn about the environment Branch Library, located at prizes for all ages. list rules for the day, e.g. a dom of victims. Scheduled events mechanism to allow citizens and makes a case for use by doing activities such as 725 Rincon Ave. There When I was 16 in 1992 like local stories, artifacts making recycled paper, ex- will be demonstrations and throughout the summer in- to speak in an orderly way and a junior at Tracy High, without having to submit and historic restoration. It ploring animal and plant hands-on activities intended clude storytimes, crafts, speaker cards, and a very a drunken driver hit me. adds flavor. adaptation, using chemistry to spark children’s interest concerts, puppetry, and a limited time, e.g. two min- Schooling and playing sports We have a future- lets do to launch rockets, excavat- in science. wildlife presentation. it right, together. For further information, pick up a 2016 Summer Reading Program calen- MEETING dar of events at any of the (continued from page one) library’s three locations, check online at www.liver- followed by questions and Judaism, a Catholic guerrilla and is not owned by people conceptions that need to a religious head covering for morelibrary.net, or call 925- sets off a bomb in an urban who come from the Middle Muslim women, so I have to answers," said Moina Shaiq, be cleared up, a major one 373-5504. 57, one of three panelists. area, or Serbian Orthodox East. Muslims are scared being that violence is a part be even more conscious of "It's extremely frustrating militiamen kill innocent right now; we feel ostracized of Islam. The Quran states, where I go. At school I feel and scary to be misunder- Muslim civilians, these acts and rejected. We would like 'Whoever kills a person vulnerable to remarks." stood. That Muslims are vio- are not used to stereotype to be appreciated for our unjustly, it is as though he "We are as much victims lent terrorists and extremists an entire faith," said Shaiq. similarities." has killed all mankind. And of terror as anyone else," is the biggest misconception, "Never are these acts at- Event attendees are in- whoever saves one, it is as added Shaiq. "We are your no doubt resulting from the tributed to the religion of vited to ask any question if he has saved mankind neighbors, doctors, engi- Father’s Day stereotyping and bashing the the perpetrators. Yet how during the discussion with entirely,'" said Shaik, an neers, teachers, Marines, Bring a picnic & share media gives Islam. Muslims many times do we hear the assurance that the panelists Amador Valley High School lawyers, entrepreneurs, and a leisurely day with Dad routinely condemn acts of words 'Islamic' and 'Muslim will not be offended. Likely law-abiding citizens. We are junior. "As a Muslim Ameri- Jun 19, 11:30am-4:30pm violence, and issue press re- fundamentalist' linked with questions for the two-wom- can teenager, it is scary to be all the same. We are all to- leases that are never picked violence?" an, one-man panel include: gether in the war on terror." Reservations Required living through these times, $10 Per Person up by the media." Observers note that the Are women oppressed in especially when the actions To learn more, visit www. Shaiq stated that the point is well made. Virtu- Islam? How do Muslims of individuals overshadow facebook.com/MeetAMus- (925) 447-8941 world's Muslim population ally no attention was given practice their faith? What the beliefs and values of limCommunity. 1356 S. Livermore Ave. is around 1.2 billion - or 1 to the religious views of the factors contributed to the more than a billion people. Open 7 Days a week 12-4:30 out of 5 people worldwide. shooters from Columbine, rise of Islamic fundamen- Often after these attacks, "Muslims compose a vast Newtown, Charleston, or talism? Muslims fear going to work range of races, nationalities, Aurora. "There are many mis- or school. I wear the hijab, and cultures from around "It really sucks always the globe - united by their having to prove your hu- common Islamic faith," said manity, to justify your right Special People leave a lasting impression on us. Shaiq. "Only about 18 per- to live in the States, and to cent live in the Arab world. be expected to be apologetic Livermore Cinemas Six million live in the United when accusations against www.cinemawest.com States." a Muslim population of Shaiq began organizing 1.6 billion are highlighted CHOOSE YOUR RESERVED SEAT TODAY Meet a Muslim Community on the news," said panelist NOW FEATURING LUXURY ROCKERS Jehan Hakim, 35. "Muslims Conversations to strengthen AND ELECTRIC RECLINERS relationships with neighbors are Americans. I was born You can make a lasting impact in their name. and community members, and raised in San Francisco. 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June 16, 2016 • The Independent 9 SHORT NOTES Full Moon Hike Participants may call 925-960- • Cindy Won. Cindy, a in many youth group activities happy hour, raffle games and to 3pm at the Rincon Branch A Full Moon Hike will be 2400 for more information. Dublin High School senior, has as a resident guitar player and prizes, a Greenwing raffle for Library, located at 725 Rincon led on Sat., June 18 by the served as a volunteer for the kitchen volunteer. She is inter- ages 17 and under, a special Avenue. Livermore Area Recreation and Stanford Asian Liver Center, ested in helping troubled youth ladies only raffle, live and Youth are invited to bring Scholarship Winners and will be attending Las Positas Park District ranger staff. Meet The Tassajara Scholarship raising awareness about Hepa- silent auctions, dinner catered their bikes to this fun event. The Ranger Glen Florey at 8 a.m. Fund has announced the first- titis B, and has worked with the Community College in the fall by Kinder's Meats, and custom BikeMobile staff provides free at Sycamore Grove Park, 1051 ever winners of the Fund’s Freshmen Mentoring program to study Psychology. shirts and classes. bike repairs, teaches mechanics Wetmore Road. college scholarship program and Kids Against Hunger. Cindy The Tassajara Scholarship Tickets are $75 per person, and safety, and provides free Summer is the perfect time for high school students in the is attending Brown University to Fund was established in 2015 $50 ages 17 and under, $125 bike accessories and decoration for an evening hike into Syca- Dublin Unified School District. pursue a Public Health degree. by real estate developer James for a couple and $700 reserved supplies. The BikeMobile can more Grove Park. The group Barbara Inderbitzen, the • Alexandria Pitts. Alexan- Tong with an initial $500,000 sponsor tables. fix flat tires, adjust brakes and will set out at sunset and hike fund administrator, stated, “It dria has volunteered in various endowment. The scholarship is Doors open at 5 p.m. with gears, and even replace broken into the hills under the light of gives us great pleasure to award leadership groups as well as open to all high school seniors happy hour and games begin- or worn out parts like chains, a full moon. Watch the stars and these scholarships to our deserv- the California Scholarship in Dublin who will be attending ning at 5:01 followed by dinner seats, and tires. The only thing hopefully see a few owls and ing recipients and I wish them Federation. A senior at Dublin a four-year college, community at 6:30 and live auction and raffle it can’t do is replace missing bats. Hike will be approximately success and happiness as they High School, Alexandria has college or technical school dur- at 7:15 p.m. wheels or gears. The event also 3 miles on unpaved trails. begin their college careers and also volunteered in her church ing the 2016/2017 school year. For more event information, includes a workshop teaching The daily parking fee has follow their dreams.” youth group, working in soup contact Craig Reali at craigdutri- how to repair a flat tire. The increased to $7 per vehicle at The three winners will kitchens and serving on mis- Ducks Unlimited [email protected] or 250-0020. BikeMobile will serve as many either entrance to Sycamore each be awarded scholarships sion trips, and was the captain Tri-Valley Ducks Unlimited Tickets can be ordered online people as possible, but the first Grove Park. There is an annual of $3,000 to help cover their of the school lacrosse team. She Chapter will host its 31st Annual at ca.ducks.org. 20 people are guaranteed as- parking pass available that pro- educational expenses. The will be attending the University Fund-raiser and Banquet on Sat., sistance. vides significant savings over the recipients were chosen from a of Texas to pursue a degree in July 16. Bike Repair Day For further information, daily fee for regular park visi- host of applicants with outstand- Sports Medicine. This family event will be The Livermore Public Li- call 925-373-5504, or visit the tors. A $3 donation is requested ing academic records who had • Angelina David. Angelina held at the Pleasanton Senior brary will host the BikeMobile library’s website www.livermo- to help support the programs demonstrated a financial need. is a graduate of Valley High Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. The for a free bike repair day on relibrary.net. unless other fees are specified. The winners include: School, where she participated evening includes a pre-event Friday, June 17, 2016 from 11am

OBITUARIES Eleanor P. Silva ern Europe performing at Rosalyn is survived by tended to his be- and Mi- 4/19/31-6/4/16 many concerts and festivals her brother Antonio (Tony) Sacra- loved state chael. Eleanor Silva passed including Konfrontationen Giannelli of Texas, daugh- mento of Cali- Vada away in Reno, NV on June and the Venice Biennale. ters, Roberta (Bobbie) Sne- State fornia as was 4, 2016 following a recent He most recently lived in digar of Livermore, Lorrie Col- a toddler, born on illness. She was born in Fall Cuernavaca, Mexico for the Champ-husband Kendall lege. with his July 7th, River, MA to Manuel and last few years performing Champ of Livermore and Nanci adoptive 1946 in Mary Souza. with a trio called the Cosmic Sue Dickman-husband Mike was parents, Hay- She spent most of her Brujo’s and had upcoming Dickman of Sacramento. an em- Cleve and ward, life in California as a happy shows scheduled in Mex- Eight grandchildren, Jason ployee Irene Irby, CA to ico, SF, NYC and Europe Snedigar, Jennifer Snedigar, o f wife, mother and home settling in Dorothy maker. With her husband’s through the Fall. Peter Gonzales, Christina Cresco Equipment Rentals Oakland. and Roy Frost. She gradu- retirement they moved to He is survived by his Gonzales, Stephanie Slade- and worked in their corpo- Charles attended Fruit- Nevada. Her favorite hob- mother Margaret of Liver- husband Tony Slade, Jeff rate office for the past 15 vale Grammar, Bret Harte ated from Tennyson High bies were camping, fishing, more, sister Andrea (Mitch Dickman, Travis Champ, years, most recently as Risk Junior and Roosevelt High School in 1963. Vada mar- baking, cooking and gam- Shandley) of San Rafael, Rebecca Jensen-husband Manager. School, graduating in 1939. ried Joe Carnes, a petty bling (she never wanted to girlfriend Daniela of Austria, Brad Jensen. Great grand- Nanci was involved with He met the love of his life, officer in the United States miss her free play once a son Nicco of Oakland and children, Kaiya and Jayden fundraising at her children’s Dorothy Peterson in a teen Navy, in June of 1964. Af- week), and the love she had granddaughter Yzobella of Jensen, Bryce Oreshkin, school, spending numer- group at Fruitvale Presby- ter moving to their home in for her dogs Jackson and Vermont. Sloan Slade, Liam Jackson, ous hours raising money terian Church. They mar- Livermore in 1969 she went Jack. Her chocolate pound There will be a memorial her loving dog and compan- through bingo, served on ried two years later, raising on to raise her children and cake and whoopee pies were service held at his child- ion Ria, and the many that the Granada Little League four children in Oakland grandchildren. Vada was legendary to the entire fam- hood home in Livermore on called her Grammy (and it Board, volunteered her time and eventually moving to viewed as a mother figure to ily, but saved for her grand- Sunday, June 26th at 2 p.m. was MANY). coaching youth soccer and Pleasanton in 1969. Charlie countless friends of the fam- kids-hands off to everyone where sharing of memories In lieu of flowers, memo- never missed watching her worked at Moore Dry Dock ily, and lent a helping hand or else! Her daughters loved and stories will be encour- rial donations may be made children play sports. Nanci before serving in the Army in the upbringing of many. her razza pizzazzas and just aged and appreciated. His to St. Jude (https://www. was not about herself, she during WWII. He served Visitation will take place recently learned there’s no ashes will be spread across stjude.org), ASPCA (http:// was all about others, whether in the Philippines, New on June 17 from noon to 1 such thing. the country in memory of his www.aspca.org/ways-to- it was family, friends or co- Guinea and Japan. While p.m. at Callaghan Mortu- She is survived by her love of travel and nomadic give) or Humane Society workers. She gave without in the Army Charlie played ary. A funeral is scheduled sister Beverly DosVais, lifestyle. (https://secure.humanesoci- wanting anything in return, football, he also played soft- for Friday June 17th, from Westport, MA; beloved hus- For memorial service ety.org). there were no strings at- ball and basketball in high 1:00-2:00 pm at Callaghan information and details, school and took up tennis in band of 62 years, Richard tached to her helping out. Mortuary in Livermore. All contact [email protected]. his fifties, something he and Silva and daughters: Sheryl David A. Augustine Nanci will be remem- are welcome to attend and David A. Augustine bered for her outgoing spirit, Dorothy enjoyed together. Abbott, Reno, NV; Bon- After the war, Charlie celebrate Vada's life. nie (Ken) Hegarty, Liver- Rosalyn Marcia Dickie of Livermore California, athleticism, beautiful smile, Rosalyn Marcia Dickie, passed away on June 9, 2016. trained to be a painter, work- more, CA; Lori Silva, Reno, strength, dedication to work 78 years old, of Pleasanton, David Augustine was born ing for private contractors Vera Bessie NV. Grandchildren: Rus- and family, the love she had passed away on May 24th, in in Erie for her children and always and at UC Berkeley for 25 Cunningham sell (Aja) Hegarty, Prescott Aug. 19, 1913-June 10, 2016 Pleas- Penn- putting others first. years, retiring as Lead man Valley, AZ; Robert Abbott, Vera Bessie Cunningham anton, sylvania Nanci is survived by her in 1985. Reno, NV; Richard (Ja- peacefully passed away on CA. on Oc- husband Justin McCormick In his retirement he en- mie) Abbott, Scottsdale, joyed oil painting, travel- June 10, 2016 at the age of Visi- tober 2, and their children Nolan, AZ; Steven (Lena) Walker, ing with Dorothy in their 102 in Pleasanton, CA. She tation/ 1964 to Maci, and Mitchel; her Fa- Temple, TX and Samantha motorhome and spending was born on August 19, 1913 Vigal mother ther Lloyd Block, Brother Walker, San Diego, CA. time with his grandchildren. in Dallas, will be Carmel- Nick Block, Sister Lori Great grandchildren, Tyler held on la J. Au- Charlie loved camping, mu- TX to par- (Ryan) Street; Grandmother and Juliann Hegarty, Gar- June gustine, sic, art and a good joke, but ents John Betty Block; In-Laws Mike rett Abbott, Steven Michael 16th, father most of all he loved spend- and Nora and Karen McCormick, Walker III and baby girl Cal- Joseph ing time with his family, McGib- Matthew McCormick, and Walker on the way; numer- laghan A. Au- hosting many barbecues and boney. Kelli (Jeff) Passama; sev- ous nieces, nephews and Mortu- gustine Sr., and an older parties over the years. Vera is eral nieces and nephews cousins; special close family ary. brother Joseph A. Augus- He leaves behind his survived she adored, as well as many wife of 76 years, Doro- friend and gambling partner Funeral service will be tine Jr. by her thy, his daughters Carolyn Kathy Alford. held at St. Michaels on June He was survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins and and husband Don Colburn, daugh- A celebration of life will 17th with Rev. Paul Minni- father, brother, three nieces friends. Doreen and husband Paul ters Sheri be held on Saturday August han of St. Augustine’s offici- (Jennifer, Jessica, and Carla) Nanci was predeceased Swift. He was predeceased Cunning- 6, 2016 at 11:30 in Reno, ating. Burial/Interment will and a nephew Joey. by her mother Frances Lynn by his children, Steven and ham-De- NV. Contact Bonnie Hegar- follow at Memory Gardens. David accomplished Block on May 1, 2016. Susan. He also leaves his tlefsen and Linda Reed, ty for further information at Rosalyn (Rosie/Roz) many things in his life. The Memorial Service grandchildren, Debra Col- son-in-law Doug Detlefsen [email protected] Marcia Dickie was born in Early in his life he was will be held on Friday, June burn and David (Racine) and grandchildren Con- Los Angeles, CA to Carmen active in sports, including 24th at 2:00pm at First Pres- Colburn, Dawn Irby and nor and Taylor Detfelsen. and Geraldine Giannelli on softball and karate. David byterian Church located at Marco Eneidi May 26, 1937. She went to Sean (Crystal) Irby, Adam, She was preceded in death Marco Eneidi was born was an avid chess player. He 2020 5th Street in Liver- St. Mary's Academy high Joseph and Lukas Swift, six by her husband Roy O. on November 1st, 1956 in was employed by the Santa more. A reception will fol- school and graduated in great grandchildren and four Cunningham and daughter Portland, Oregon and passed Margarita Water District as low at Robert Livermore 1955. Her pride and joy was great-great grandsons. He Diane DeRocco. Vera will away on May 24th, 2016 in Community Center, Cresta always her family and pets. a water meter reader. One will be dearly missed by all. be dearly missed by all who Pleas- Blanca room, located at She is very proud to belong fateful day in February 1987 Services will be private. know and love her. anton, he was involved in an almost 4444 East Avenue. and assist on the committee A visitation will be held Califor- to the Italian Catholic Feder- fatal accident that left him Memorial donations in nia. Letty Arvada on Friday, June 17, 2016 ation (ICF). Rosie donates to paralyzed. He spent the next lieu of flowers can be made Mar- "Vada" Carnes from 1:30 to 2:30 pm in the many charities, her favorites 29 years as a quadriplegic. to support the McCormick co grad- Letty Arvada "Vada" Heritage Chapel at Lake- being St. Jude, ASPCA and In spite of his condition he family at https://dm2.go- uated Carnes died at home on Fri- wood Funeral Home. Funer- the Humane Society to name went on to graduate from the fund.me/zbg8wp4s with a day, June 10th in Livermore, al services will begin at 2:30 a few. She enjoyed music, University of Texas with a Please consider sharing B.A. CA at the age of 69. pm with burial to follow dancing (her profession as Master’s degree in Psychol- a memory, condolences or from Vada in survived by her after in the Honor Garden at a child), playing the piano ogy. a moment you shared with Sonoma husband of 51 years Joe Lakewood Memorial Park. (with her grandkids). She He brought joy to so Nanci at MemoriesofNan- State Carnes, her two children Family and friends are in- loved traveling, Italy, Hong many people’s lives. He was [email protected] and an Kevin and Joelle Carnes, vited to share their memories Kong, Switzerland, travel- a giving and loving person, M.A. in Composition from daughter in-law Monika ing across the US, on boat, who will always be remem- Charles Lewis Irby and condolences at www. Mills College. Carnes, her brother Robert cruise ship, river boat, train bered for his kindness by Nov. 18, 1921-June 4, 2016 lakewoodhughson.com. He began his music ca- Frost sister Vivian Mathews, and airplane. She had that all who had the privilege to Charles was born in reer from a very young age and 5 grandchildren Hai- personality that could get to meet him. Douglas Arizona. He moved beginning with the clarinet, ley, Brittany, Ashley, Tulsa, know the life of a stranger David will be cremated, then the saxophone, and and visa-versa, in 3 minutes and his ashes will be trans- on to many other instru- or less. ported to Erie, Pennsylvania ments. Marco performed Rosalyn possessed a where services will be held and recorded with many of sweet simple honest de- with family and friends. the great jazz musicians in Obituary/ meanor that won the hearts New York City in the mid- of many, a contagious smile Nanci Jenay Memoriam Policies 90’s and then formed the and entertaining sense of McCormick American Jungle Orchestra, Obituaries are published in humor. Her signature gift of Nanci Jenay McCormick, a big-band ranging in size The Independent at no charge. There joy, shown through her con- 38, passed away peacefully from 15-40 musicians, who is a small charge for stant smiling and laughter on June 4, 2016 at home in performed on cross country photographs in the obituaries. will never be forgotten. Livermore. Nanci was the tours with smaller groups. Rosalyn is preceded in wife of Justin McCormick During the 2000’s he Memoriam ads can also be placed in death by her son, Jeffrey and loving mother to three lived in Vienna, Austria for The Independent when families want to Jameson of Sacramento, beautiful children. They many years with a long run- husband Sid Dickie Los shared 16 years of marriage honor the memories of their loved ones. ning weekly improv session Angeles, son-in-law Tom together. There is a charge for memoriam ads, at Celeste as the Artistic Snedigar Livermore, mother Born in Livermore, Nanci based on the size of the ad. Director of The Neu New and father Geraldine and was the daughter of Lloyd York/Vienna Institute of Im- Carmen Giannelli of Los and Frances Lynn Block. provised Music and toured Please send an email to Angeles, and her beloved She graduated from Granada all across Western and East- [email protected] for more information pets Holly and Ruski. High School in 1995 and at- 10 The Independent • June 16, 2016 Dublin Budget Has $7 Million Surplus The Dublin City Council unanimously approved the city's 2016-17 budget. Acting at its meeting June 7, the council okayed a bud- get that in the coming fiscal year will total $104 million. It includes $78 million in operating expenses and $26 million in capital projects. The projection leave the city with an estimated sur- plus of more than $7 million. The council voted 4-0 to appropriate $7000 to go to Dublin Partners in Educa- tion, with Councilmember Don Biddle recusing him- Photo - Doug Jorgensen self, because he is on the Horses, marching bands, floats and specialty entries were all part of the annual board. Livermore Rodeo Parade in the downtown last Saturday. The event is presented by The city's total fund bal- the Livermore Rotary Club. ance at the end of 2016-17 is projected to be $195 million, compared to $186 million for the end of the current fiscal year June 30. The improvement resulted from CHARTER an increase in general fund (continued from page one) revenue and lower capital spelled out more formally, determined, said Batchelor. only one was contemplated not paying into the State back-office finance firm project expenses for 2015- said directors. There is no CPA has made a specific ef- between a Chinese school Teachers Retirement System hired recently by TVLC, 17. rent paid for facilities to fort to recruit students from and LVCP, and it was never (STRS) for six of its teach- is assisting in ensuring all The council also ap- educate students who reside China, where there is a big finalized. ers, said NJUSD. payments are timely and ac- proved an increase in resi- in Livermore. market for American study. Lysko says that she con- Lysko's letter to NJUSD curate, continues the letter. CSMC is conducting dential garbage collection Rent payments of $1.1 The topic came up at tacted Batchelor, who for- says that several practices fees, which are paid on the million are due every six the meeting when Lysko merly was CEO of TVLC, have been put in place to a thorough examination informed the board of a re- about the pictures. They ensure that there will be full and coordination of TVLC property tax bill twice per months. CPA has covered year. The new fee will be the entire payment for the sponse to a notice of concern were taken last fall, months compliance with regard to books. It expects to have a from LVJUSD Superinten- after he left TVLC. "They credentialing law. report, possibly as soon as $23.14 per month. a boost first half of this calendar of $1.08 per month. That year. CPA will also pay dent Kelly Bowers about displayed the LVCP logo. Lysko replied that there the regular board meeting allegedly passing off LVCP The pictures were published will be weekly meetings June 23. compares to a Tri-Valley for parking lot and traffic One complaint in the average fee of $32.05, said flow improvements in the as a school in China, specifi- without my knowledge. between colleagues and the cally at a campus in Hengshi They have taken them administration, daily moni- NJUSD Notice of Violation Dublin staff. vicinity of 3090 Indepen- City in Hebei Province. down," the letter quotes toring of instruction, lesson- was that TVLC was paying The council selected the dence Drive. That cost was Lysko's letter, dated June Batchelor. planning, and assessment by too much rent compared to design for public art in front estimated at $400,000 to $1 6, told Bowers that there has A woman in the audience administrators. the market in Stockton. In of Bay West's apartment million. As soon as that work never been a TVLC school in said she saw such an LVCP/ On the lack of STRS pay- an effort to change things, development now under is completed, the two high China. TVLC has not hired Chinese page that very day. ments to six teachers at the TVLC has been negotiating construction at the corner schools can move into the teachers in China, or opened Lysko said she would get Acacia schools, Lysko said with the landlord real estate of Dublin Boulevard and Independence Drive build- schools in China. Web pages that taken down. that the previous adminis- investor ACRE. Golden Gate Drive. ing. That will enable CPA have shown misinformation. Lsyko also reported tration was operating with TVLC had been paying The art consists of an to start collecting tuition TVLC is concerned about about the TVLC response to incorrect information. "A $134,000 per month for aluminum metal sculpture, money, and bear the brunt of violation of its copyright, the New Jerusalem Unified few teachers had not been portables and buildings. nearly six feet tall and 25 the rent, as promised previ- Lysko told Bowers. School District's (NJUSD) immediately included in Last year that was reduced feet wide. It depicts the flight ously by CPA manager Bill Further, an announce- concerns about TVLC teach- STRS." to $120,000. Lysko brought of 30 orange crown warblers, Batchelor. ment on the TVLC web er credentialing. NJUSD TVLC has ensured that a new proposal of $58,000 which are native to Dublin page notes that there are not sponsors the two Acacia Batchelor said that he is all teachers employed by per month, and forgiveness and Northern California, working as a volunteer now, partnerships or sister school schools, which TVLC oper- of all of the base rent that ates in Stockton. TVLC are enrolled in STRS. said Sean Murphy of builder and won't be compensated relationships with any edu- was owing up to June 1. Di- cational programs in China, NJUSD said that TVLC The delinquent payments for Bay West. as CPA manager until the the six teachers will be paid rectors said it was good, but The art piece is expected school opens. says the letter. Running appeared to be violating pictures of LVCP students state credentialing law by within 60 days. "By putting perhaps further negotiations to draw school class visits. Earlier estimates of CPA this plan in place, we believe could bring it down further. It will be located in front of tuition were $29,500 annu- appears to be a way for hiring teachers who were Chinese schools to adver- without the proper creden- we are now in compliance," Lysko agreed to continue an expected restaurant at the ally. A new figure will be tise partnerships. However, tials. Further, TVLC was states the letter. CSMC, a talks with ACRE. location, said Murphy.

Page Mill Winery: Dane Stark and Family Celebrate 40 Years By Laura Ness not remain old school: Mc- more grapes he tried was Says Stark, “I am mak- be a contender. The 2015 ebration, Sat. June 18 Forty years is a long time Mansions grew up around Sauvignon Blanc, a variety ing gold medal wines from is intriguing and begging Celebrate with Dane and to be in any kind of busi- the old house and the areas’ he feels is one of Liver- this valley. I am not making for further exploration with the Stark family on Sat. June ness. It’s a testament to the culture changed until it was more’s true stars. He’d al- these wines side by side with its notes of cigar, currant, 18th from 6:30-9:30 p.m., human spirit, that despite no longer recognizable to ways liked the Livermore the old guard vineyards, I chestnut, curry and caraway. when they will treat guests to going through many chang- Dane’s folks. They decided Semillon that his fellow am diving into the possibil- Clearly, Petite Sirah, ar- their award winning wines, es, including relocations, a they wanted out. Santa Cruz Winemakers, Val ity that is Livermore Valley. guably one of Livermore’s food by Simply Elegant and complete overhaul of cellar In 2004, Dane and his and Dexter Ahlgren made, I am not discovering the strongest ambassadors, has entertainment with Meredith processes and a thorough wife, Angela, moved to and decided, after 27 years essence of the Livermore found a very sweet spot in McHenry. about-face when it comes Livermore. Dick and Ome of sourcing Sauv Blanc from Valley, but rather doing Dane’s heart. From a new Page Mill will also re- to wine grape sourcing phi- retired to the Foothills, be- Paso’s French Camp vine- everything possible to bring American oak barrel (he lease its 2012 Blanc de Blanc losophy, the Page Mill Wine ginning Phase 2 of the win- yard to switch to Livermore life to the appellation.” pretty much relies on Ameri- ($75). He made 55 cases of brand lives on. ery’s existence. Dane says Valley fruit. Tasting through the can as his barrel regimen), this Brut style sparkling, It most certainly is not they spent a decade learning He’s been making Sauv 2015’s still in barrel, one the 2015 Petite is nothing from 100% Chardonnay what it was originally. Dane new ways of making wine, Blanc from the Livermore clearly sees that Dane is short of domineering. grown in Dry Creek. He’s Stark recalls that his Dad’s discovering new vineyards Valley since 2007. The 2015 into Livermore grapes Says Stark, “I’m more considering using Livermore first attempt to make Chenin and finding themselves in Ghielmetti Sauvignon Blanc with both feet. The Col- excited about my 2015 reds Valley Sauvignon Blanc for Blanc was so wretched, they new appellations. That was is absolutely spot on, a genu- lier Canyon Syrah is rich than ever. I want to craft future sparklings. dumped it. Now, in the firm back when there were only ine pleaser packed aromatics with smoky plum, insanely wines that blow people Tickets for the celebra- hands of Dane, Page Mill is 24 wineries in the Livermore of citrus blossomes, lime and ripe with a licorice finish; away. I’ve tried to make age- tion are available now in the a brand that is maturing and Valley. mandarin, and packed with the 2015 Walker Cabernet worthy wines in the style of Tasting Room. Call 925- getting comfortable in its They rented space for guava, creamsickle, candied from Kalthoff Commons is Bordeaux. But maybe I am 456-7676 or stop by 1960 Livermore Valley home and a year at Charles R and grapefruit and pineapple on superb, lively and fun, with becoming more Californian. S Livermore Ave, Liver- its rather attractive Liver- worked with Randy Bartlett, the palate. He’s also getting oodles of blackberry and Petite Sirah is so unctuous. more. Underground Wine more Valley skin. looking for a suitable place some from a home vineyard cherry. Maybe I will marry the two Club members are $15; non- Dane is asking himself to purchase. When the Per- on Kalthoff Commons. As Dane climbs the barrel styles. Give me another 27 members, $25.00. Space is a lot of questions about ry’s put their old place on the Stark believes that the stacks, thief in hand, he won- vintages: I need more time!” limited. Stark’s vision for what has been and what is market in 2005 and moved Livermore Valley has a ders, what is our grape? We 40th Anniversary Cel- the future, however, is not. to be. He observes that to out east of Greenville, Dane bright future for Chardonnay talk about Malbec: it could the outside world, it might bought what became the and is committed to bringing appear that Page Mill has present home of Page Mill out the best that Bordeaux been, as he says, “Buying Winery. blends can do here. He’s great grapes and trying not The basket press was already won gold with the to screw them up.” But there retired to the front of the 2013 effort and thinks it’s have been many shifts, some winery where it still sits as just going to get better from subtle, some dramatic, as a subtle reminder of the past, here. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS anton, CA 94566, is hereby Name Statement being aban- the business morphed to its the way old rusted plows Of particular interest is LEGAL NOTICES doned was filed on 7/13/2015 present phase, which Stark and deteriorating tractors the desire to develop a voice NAME STATEMENT registered by the following FOR INFORMATION ON FILE NO. 518422 owner(s): in the County of Alameda. defines as Phase 3. rest forlornly in the fields for this appellation. He’d PLACING LEGAL NOTICES The following person(s) doing Daisy Borba, 6 Plum Tree Ln, The full name of Registrant: Stark defines Phase 1, a of someone elses’ misspent like to help create wines IN THE INDEPENDENT, business as: Julia’s Cre- San Ramon, CA 94583 Jobert G. Verceles, 5607 28-year run that began as youth. that are so very specifically Call 925-243-8000 ations, 1685 Portola Ave. This business is conducted Firestone Rd, Livermore, CA 94551 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS #8, Livermore, CA 94551, by an Individual a way for his Dad, Dick, to Dane says Phase 3 began Livermore Valley that they Signature of Registrant: NAME STATEMENT is hereby registered by the The registrant began to trans- do something “fun” when he when he realized that not simply could not be made /s/: Jobert G. Verceles FILE NO. 518358 following owner(s): act business using the ficti- This statement was filed with retired. Only Dick and his only might there be some elsewhere. That’s where the The following person(s) doing Julia Mirzaian, 1685 Por- tious business name listed the County Clerk of Alameda wife, Ome, (Dane’s Mom), good wines possible from concept of his “GPS” comes business as: Adept Home tola Ave. #8, Livermore, CA above on 8/24/2011. on May 3, 2016. Expires May Inspections, 207 Lee Av- 94551 Signature of Registrant(s) realized it wasn’t as much Livermore Valley, but he into play. 3, 2021. enue, Livermore, CA 94551, This business is conducted :s/: Daisy Borba “fun” as it was work, so they was making them alongside His first blend of Gr- The Independent Legal No. is hereby registered by the by an Individual This statement was filed with 3956. Published May 26, redefined their expectations. fellow winemakers who enache, Syrah and Petite following owner(s): The registrant has not yet the County Clerk of Alameda June 2, 9, 16, 2016. For 28 harvests, wines were as committed as he is Sirah happened in 2008. Gino Landavazo, 207 Lee Av- begun to transact business on May 13, 2016. Expires were made beneath the to help this place realize its It was Stark’s first attempt enue, Livermore, CA 94551 using the fictitious business May 13, 2021. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS house on Page Mill Road. full potential. to create a wine that says This business is conducted by name listed above. The Independent Legal No. NAME STATEMENT an Individual Signature of Registrant(s) 3955. Published May 26, FILE NO. 517911-913 There never was a “winery” One of the realizations he “Livermore.” In what would The registrant has not yet :s/: Julia Mirzaian June 2, 9, 16, 2016. The following person(s) doing proper at this tiny spot in had came at harvest when be a typical “GSM,” Stark begun to transact business This statement was filed with STATEMENT OF business as: (1)The Jobert the Santa Cruz Mountains. he was hauling grapes from replaced the Mourvedre with using the fictitious business the County Clerk of Alameda ABANDONMENT Group (2)Construction Man- Instead, they bought grapes all over, as far south as Bien one of Livermore Valley's name listed above. on May 18, 2016. Expires FICTITIOUS BUSINESS agement Services (3) Jobert and did all the production in Nacido in Santa Barbara to favorites, Petite Syrah. “It Signature of Registrant(s) May 18, 2021. NAME Construction Management :s/: Gino Landavazo The Independent Legal No. FILE NO. 507076-77 Services, 5607 Firestone the driveway. Dane recalls the Pope Valley up north, should be ‘SPG,’” jokes This statement was filed with 3954. Published May 26, The following person(s) has Rd, Livermore, CA 94551, that barrels were pyramid was that this fruit outsourc- Stark. “But heck, it’s my the County Clerk of Alameda June 2, 9, 16, 2016. (have) abandoned the use is hereby registered by the stacked up to the rafters by ing just involved too much ‘location wine!’” on May 17, 2016. Expires FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of the Fictitious Business following owner(s): May 17, 2021. NAME STATEMENT Name: (1)Norcal Construc- Jobert G. Verceles, 5607 the time they left. No ques- driving. Were there not per- He just released his 2014 Firestone Rd, Livermore, tions this was “old school” fectly respectable vineyards version of the wine. It’s The Independent Legal No. FILE NO. 518279 tion & Development (2)Norcal 3952. Published May 26, The following person(s) do- Construction Development & CA 94551 winemaking. to tap right here in Liver- filled with dark-berry and June 2, 9, 16, 2016. ing business as: Pleasanton Consulting, 5607 Firestone This business is conducted The neighborhood did more Valley? dried plum intensity with a Properties Management, Rd, Livermore, CA 94551. by an Individual One of the first Liver- definitive note of charcoal. 120 Spring St, Ste M, Pleas- The Fictitious Business The registrant has not yet June 16, 2016 • The Independent 11

begun to transact business above on 9/26/2006. the County Clerk of Alameda as personal representative persons taking jobs less 8.If you are a creditor or Adopt a new best friend: using the fictitious business Signature of Registrant(s) on May 24, 2016. Expires to administer the estate of MERCHANDISE than $500 must state in their a contingent creditor of TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal name listed above. :s/: Bonnie Bartlett, Member May 24, 2021. the decedent. advertisements that they are the decedent, you must Rescue, offers animals for 118) FREE SECTION Signature of Registrant(s) This statement was filed with The Independent Legal No. not licensed by the Contrac- file your claim with the adoption every Saturday FREE OLD RECORDS :s/: Jobert G. Verceles the County Clerk of Alameda 3961. Published June 2, 9, 4. ( ) The petition requests court and mail a copy to the tors State License Board.” and Sunday, excluding most 78s & 45s This statement was filed with on May 12, 2016. Expires 16, 23, 2016. the decedent’s will and codi- personal representative ap- holidays. On Saturdays from Please call only if REAL ESTATE the County Clerk of Alameda May 12, 2021. cils, if any, be admitted to pointed by the court within FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are interested on May 3, 2016. Expires May The Independent Legal No. probate. The will and any later four Inland Valley NAME STATEMENT the of either (1) available at the Pleasanton (925)447-3126 3, 2021. 3959. Published June 2, 9, codicils are available for Publishing Co. FILE NO. 518221 months from the date of Farmers Market at W. An- The Independent Legal No. 16, 23, 2016. examination in the file kept Client Code:04126-00001 The following person(s) doing first issuance of letters to a gela and First Streets. Two 3957. Published May 26, by the court. ANNOUNCEMENTS Re: Legal Notice for FICTITIOUS BUSINESS business as: Evolve, 1490 general personal represen- locations will showcase cats June 2, 9, 16, 2016. Classified Ads NAME STATEMENT North Vasco Road, Liver- tative, as defined in section only: Petsmart in Dublin from 155) NOTICES 5. ( X ) The petition requests The Federal Fair Housing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 518628 more, CA 94551, is hereby 58(b) of the California Pro- 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet authority to administer the “NOTICE TO READERS: Act, Title VII of the Civil NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) do- registered by the following bate Code, or (2) 60 days Extreme in Livermore from estate under the Independent California law requires that Rights Act of 1964, and state FILE NO. 518035 ing business as: Viet Noms, owner(s): from the date of mailing or 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, Administration of Estates Act. contractors taking jobs that law prohibit advertisements The following person(s) do- 1100 E. Stanley Blvd, Liver- James Arthur Elola, 20613 personal delivery to you of cats are available at Petsmart (This authority will allow the total $500 or more (labor for housing and employment ing business as: Project X more, CA 94550, is hereby Sarazen Place, Patterson, a notice under section 9052 in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, personal representative to and/or materials) be licensed that contain any preference, Consulting, 5200 Iron Horse registered by the following CA 95363 of the California Probate and Pet Extreme in Livermore take many actions without by the Contractors State limitation or discrimination Pkwy, Unit #215, Dublin, CA owner(s): This business is conducted Code. Other California from 12:00 to 4:00. For more obtaining court approval. License Board. State law based on protected classes, 94568, is hereby registered Huey Chieu Tang, 2439 Se- by an Individual statutes and legal author- information, call Terry at Before taking certain very also requires that contractors including race, color, religion, by the following owner(s): villano Cir, Livermore, CA The registrant has not yet ity may affect your rights (925)487-7279 or visit our important actions, however, as a creditor. You may include their license numbers sex, handicap, familial status Jerome Valayathum, 5200 94550 begun to transact business website at www.tvar.org on all advertising. Check your or national origin. IVPC does Iron Horse Pkwy, Unit #215, This business is conducted using the fictitious business the personal representative want to consult with an FERAL CAT FOUNDATION contractor’s status at www. not knowingly accept any Dublin, CA 94568 by an Individual name listed above. will be required to give notice attorney knowledgeable in Cat & kitten adoptions now cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- advertisements that are in This business is conducted The registrant has not yet Signature of Registrant(s) to interested persons unless California law. at the new Livermore Petco CSLB (2752). Unlicensed violation of the law. by an Individual begun to transact business :s/: James Elola they have waived notice or on Saturdays from 10:00AM The registrant has not yet using the fictitious business This statement was filed with consented to the proposed 9.You may examine the file to 2:30PM. We have many begun to transact business name listed above. the County Clerk of Alameda action.) The independent ad- kept by the court. If you are adorable, tame kittens that using the fictitious business Signature of Registrant(s) on May 12, 2016. Expires ministration authority will be a person interested in the have been tested for FIV & name listed above. :s/: Huey Chieu Tang May 12, 2021. granted unless an interested estate, you may file with the FELV, altered & vaccinated. Signature of Registrant(s) This statement was filed with The Independent Legal No. person files an objection to court a Request for Special We also have adult cats & :s/: Jerome Valayathum the County Clerk of Alameda 3962. Published June 9, 16, the petition and shows good Notice (Form DE-154) of ranch cats for adoption. This statement was filed with on May 24, 2016. Expires 23, 30, 2016. cause why the court should the filing of an inventory and not grant the authority. appraisal of estate assets or the County Clerk of Alameda May 24, 2021. NOTICE OF PETITION TO EMPLOYMENT on May 6, 2016. Expires May The Independent Legal No. of any petition or account as ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: 6.A hearing on the petition provided in Probate Code 65) HELP WANTED 6, 2021. 3960. Published June 2, 9, MARLENE K. HAINES, aka The Independent Legal No. 16, 23, 2016. will be held in this court as section 1250. A Request for 10x Genomics, Inc. MARLENE KATHARINA follows: Special Notice form is avail- in Pleasanton, CA Cable Installers Wanted! 3958. Published May 26, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS HAINES June 2, 9, 16, 2016. Date: 7/27/2016 able from the court clerk. seeks Immediate openings for Cable Installers – NAME STATEMENT Case No. RP16818427 TIME: 9:30 AM DEPT: 201 Staff Scientist; No experience Necessary. We will Train. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 518614 at: 10. (X) Petitioner: fax resume to NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) doing 1.To all heirs, SUPERIOR COURT OF MELVIN E. HAINES, JR. (925)401-7300 $2000 bonus with sufficient experience FILE NO. 518193-518197 business as: CSAP & Sunset beneficiaries, creditors, CALIFORNIA 2111 DALIS DRIVE quoting job #SS016 Must have clean DL. The following person(s) doing Christian Preschool, 2200 contingent creditors, and County of Alameda CONCORD, CA 94520 Call 916-215-9309 to apply. business as: (1)Charles R Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA persons who may otherwise 2120 Martin Luther King, (916) 213-0855 BE WARY of out of area Vineyards (2)Charles R Win- 94550, is hereby registered be interested in the will or Jr. Way companies. Check with the ery (3)Charles R Estate (4) by the following owner(s): estate, or both, of: Berkeley, CA 94704 The Independent Legal No. local Better Business Bureau Charles R Cellar (5)Charles R Sunset Community Church, MARLENE K. HAINES, aka Probate Division 3963. before you send money or Vintners, 8195 Crane Ridge 2200 Arroyo Road, Liver- MARLENE KATHARINA Published June 16, 23, 30, fees. 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The concern related the declining birth rate and school district-city liaison 646 students. In 2020, the Pentin asked whether pre- Set for BART to the numbers of students the high cost of housing in committee who asked that prediction for the Donlon vious demographic reports projected at the schools. Pleasanton. Fewer younger the report be presented to the student population shows had been accurate. Johnson Station Housing A demographic report families are able to afford council, commented that she 965. At what point does the responded that the predic- prepared by Davis Demo- to move into the city. Given had been surprised by the district look at additional tion for 2012 was 14,910, Livermore continues to graphics & Planning, Inc. the predicted decline, there steep drop in the forecast of facilities, Brown asked. actual 14,923; in 2013 the work with BART to ex- (DDP) for the Pleasanton will no longer be a need for the number of students who Micaela Ochoa, District predicted student popula- tend service to Livermore at Unified School District a new elementary school. would enroll in Pleasanton Deputy Superintendent of tion was 14,829, the actual I-580/Isabel Avenue. Prepa- (PUSD) was presented at School enrollments would schools. Business Services, told the 14,801; in 2014, predicted ration is underway for the last week's council meeting. be kept at an average of 600 Councilmember Jerry council that the report was 14,881, actual 14.706; and Isabel Neighborhood Plan According to the report, to 700 students. The nine Pentin noted that the city's for information only, not for in 2015, 14,272 predicted to guide development in the elementary schools would a policy discussion. A policy recent demographic trends general plan calls for 600 and 14.754 actual. area surrounding the pro- combined with changes be sufficient for the next ten discussion would need to students per school plus Brown said, "We want to posed station. in the high density devel- years; at maturity, eleven or minus ten percent at the take place during a joint work together. Let us know opment and the council's elementary schools could elementary school level; meeting involving the city how the city can work with A Draft Preferred Plan decision to halt the East be needed. 1000 students per school and school district. Ochoa the district to provide the has been created. An open Pleasanton Specific Plan Councilmembers pointed in middle schools and 2000 said there are no violations best education." house will be held June 28 have changed the ten year to examples of populations students per school at the of any education code within During the public hear- to provide information on resident student forecast for at elementary schools in the two high schools. Pentin the district. ing, resident Sandy Yamaoto the plan. the District. report in questioning the said that school sites exceed Mayor Jerry Thorne pointed out that Amador Val- The open house will take Currently, the PUSD prediction that there would maximum enrollment target asked if the predictions ley High School is ranked place between 4 and 7 p.m. operates a total of 9 elemen- be no need for new facili- numbers already. "Even looked at Regional Housing high in the state with an A Members of the public can tary schools, three middle ties. There are 950 students with the predicted decline in Need Allocation (RHNA) plus in the academics guide. come any time between schools and two comprehen- at Donlon today, 967 in enrollment, the numbers are numbers and the "by right" However, in the resource those hours. sive high schools. Based on 2025 and 1238 at maturity; still above our general plan laws the state is considering. and facility guide, the school The presentation will take the report, DDP determined Fairlands, 809, 828 and 875; numbers. The question is do Johnson said that the received a B; in the extracur- place at the Robert Liver- that no additional middle and Walnut Grove, 758, 649 we need to change the gen- RHNA numbers were in- ricular and activity guide, a more Community Center, school or high school fa- and 790. eral plan. If we do, why?" cluded in the prediction. C, and in the sports and fit- 4444 East Avenue, Liver- cilities would be needed Johnson said the district Councilmember Karla Thorne pointed out that ness guide a B minus. "Aca- more. over the next 10 years or at would keep an eye on birth Brown said the state lists the current RHNA cycle demic achievement is only For additional informa- one contributor to a well tion, visit www.cityofliver- rounded student we want to more.net/BART or email Comment Sought on Proposed Names for New Elements produce," she said. She felt the project team at BART2I- that large schools made it [email protected]. The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry for the entire group that we are recognized for our efforts (IUPAC) opened a public comment period last week for the in accomplishing these highly difficult experiments and recommended names of elements 115, 117 and 118. for the years of work it takes to successfully create a new Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the Joint chemical element.” Institute for Nuclear Research in Dubna, Russia (JINR) LLNL teamed with JINR in 2004 to discover element were credited late last year for discovering elements 115 and 115. LLNL worked again with JINR in 2006 to discover 118. LLNL, JINR, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), element 118. The LLNL/JINR team then jointly worked Vanderbilt University and the University of Nevada, Las with researchers from the Research Institute for Advanced Vegas were credited with the discovery of element 117. Reactors (Dimitrovgrad), ORNL, Vanderbilt University and Moscovium (Mc) is provisionally recommended for ele- the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, to discover element ment 115 in recognition of the Moscow region and honoring 117 in 2010. the ancient Russian land that is home to JINR. Moscow is This discovery brings the total to five new elements the capital of the region. reported by the Dubna-Livermore team (114, 115, 116, 117 Tennessine (Ts) is proposed for element 117, recogniz- and 118, the heaviest element to date). ing the contribution of Tennessee research centers ORNL, The new elements and nuclei will complete the seventh Vanderbilt and the University of Tennessee to superheavy row of the periodic table, and provides evidence for the element research. long sought “island of stability” for superheavy elements. The provisional name for element 118 is Oganesson The concept of the “island of stability” was originally (Og) in recognition of the pioneering contributions of Yuri proposed in the 1960s. It predicts increased stability for su- Oganessian to superheavy element research. Oganessian perheavy nuclei at higher neutron and proton numbers. The created this opportunity for the significant expansion of new nuclei produced in this research exhibit substantially the periodic table and knowledge of superheavy nuclei. increased lifetimes consistent with approaching the island. The provisional names will undergo a statutory period These new elements were discovered using the “hot for public review before the names and symbols can be fi- fusion” approach, developed and implemented by Oganes- nally approved by the IUPAC Council – likely later this year. sian at JINR. This approach involves heavy ion reactions “I’m proud of all of the hard work that this group has of an intense, high-energy calcium beam on rare actinide done over the years performing these experiments,” said targets including berkelium and californium at the Dubna Dawn Shaughnessy,” LLNL’s principal investigator for Gas-Filled Recoil Separator. the Heavy Element Group. “It’s a huge accomplishment

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Road Led From Livermore to 'The Path'

By Carol Graham forces. That puts him in a "There is nothing like When Kyle Allen first desperate situation and, like it. It's a bunch of creative read the script for a new anyone in that scenario, he and weird people coming Hulu series called The Path, jumps from one extreme to together to make something he had a feeling he'd be part another. He’s trying to find that's hopefully entertain- of the show. security and a sense of who ing," he said. "That's liter- "I just kind of knew," he is - different ways to ally what I get paid to do. It said Allen, 21. "I don't identify himself." blows my mind every day. understand it, I just knew Allen's own background "I love actors with the when I read it I was afraid was considerably more ability to make you believe of it, and somehow that's stable. He grew up in that they are the bizarre why I would get it. Maybe Livermore, attending Val- characters they play, like it's because I believe life ley Montessori, Almond Robert Downey Jr., Ralph likes to shove your fears at Avenue Elementary School Fiennes and Benedict you until you realize how and Our Savior Lutheran Cumberbatch. The most silly they are." School. powerful performances Allen's intuition was "He was always funny, I've seen were when I felt correct. He joined actors inventive in the most un- understood while watching Hugh Dancy, Aaron Paul usual ways, quick witted, them. It's a pretty damn and Michelle Monaghan charming, very kind and beautiful feeling, so that would be cool if The Path's viewers can take that from " . . . Maybe it's because I believe life the show," he added. "Also, not to join cults." likes to shove your fears at you until With the success of The Path, Sprague will have the you realize how silly they are." opportunity to watch more of her own favorite actor. "I love to watch Kyle. to star in The Path, which down to earth," said mom I probably watch every debuted on March 30 and Karen Sprague. "He was episode at least five times," has already been picked up on the Junior National she said. "When he first for a second season. Acrobatics Gymnastics started acting, he was Kyle Even before its launch, Team. His older sister was and when he gave his on- the series - part family inducted into the USA screen mother a dirty look I drama, part psychological Gymnastics Hall of Fame thought, 'I've seen that look thriller - was drawing at- last August. They had the before.' Now he becomes tention as the first hour- usual mom and dad. We the character and I forget long original series for the had nothing to do with their that it's Kyle." streaming service Hulu. The successes, we only followed For an actor, that is the Path follows a family at the them in their interests." Kyle Allen on the red carpet. truest compliment. For his center of a controversial After Allen took up hip parents, Allen has a compli- cult as they struggle with hop dance, he was encour- ment of his own. relationships, faith and the aged by a Russian dance wanted to do so much more Apple stores throughout "I loved it. There are "Oh my gosh, I could gravitational pull of belief. teacher to pursue ballet. than ballet," recalled Allen. the U.S. He modeled for pine trees on the side of write a novel," he said. "But About the teenager he For grades 8-12, he studied "When Kyle began to act Barney's New York and did the vineyard that I planted. I'll keep it simple. Above plays, Allen said, "Hawk at the Kirov Academy of it seemed perfect for who a music video - all of which They're like 15 feet tall all else I would like to is trying to figure out who Ballet in Washington, D.C. he is. He fell right into it," is information that, as his now!" he said. "I wonder if thank them for letting me he is. He has grown up "I remember being said Sprague. "He was in mother, I had to dig out of that's what it's like to have be myself, no matter what." in an environment where in my senior year at the print ads and commercials, him." children." To learn more, visit he’s been pulled in differ- Kirov, watching 'Singing Pepsi sent him to Chile and Locally, Allen worked Today, Allen lives in www.hulu.com/the-path, ent directions by different in the Rain' in a dance his- Japan to film. His picture a summer job at Retzlaff New York where he most or www.imdb.com/name/ tory class, and realizing I was on a huge poster in Vineyards. enjoys being on set. nm6563873/ 2 The Independent • June 16, 2016

Annual Bonsai Golden Follies' Rousing Show at the Firehouse Society Show The Golden Follies vari- costumed, the troupe ex- at Alden Lane ety show returns to Pleas- ecute stylish choreography anton in a new show titled as they tap, kick, strut and The Valley Bonsai “Curtains Up!” The troupe dazzle with their radiant Society will present its plays the Firehouse Arts smiles and showmanship. 8th annual show at Alden Center in two big shows, Featured with the Golden Lane Nursery on Sat. and Saturday and Sunday, June Follies will be S.F. chan- Sun., June 18 and 19 from 25 and 26, both at 2:00 p.m. teuse Wiggy Darlington. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reserved seating tickets The Golden Follies was The nursery is located are $15, $20, and $25. founded 18 years ago by at 981 Alden Lane in Tickets can be purchased sister team Diane Stawicki Livermore. online at www.firehouse- and Susan Bostwick, who A bonsai expert will be arts.org, by calling 925- are behind all aspects of the on hand each day at 1:00 931-4848, and in person show, including direction, pm to demonstrate the at the Box Office, 4444 choreography, concept, and complete styling of a tree Railroad Avenue, Pleasan- costumes. Both have exten- from start to finish. The ton. Box Office hours are sive professional perform- finished Bonsai tree will Wednesday - Friday 12:00 ing backgrounds, having be raffled. noon-6:00 p.m. and Satur- traveled throughout the For additional infor- days 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., US and Europe appearing mation, contact Charles and two hours prior to the with such artists as Wayne Harder at bonsainut@ performance. Newton, Robert Goulet, With new routines in a the Pointer Sisters, Rita comcast.net new show, the Las Vegas- Moreno, Paul Anka, Jack style revue features a large Jones, Sammy Davis Jr., 25 member cast of seasoned and Dolly Parton to name Preview of performers ages 60-91 just a few. from all over Northern The troupe members Summer California. According to hail from all walks of life, co-founder and director according to director Susan Productions Susan Bostwick the show is Bostwick. “The majority at the Library “full of talent, energy and are retired, having been Golden Follies return to Pleasanton. pizazz, and packed with teachers, real estate agents, A preview of Liver- memorable music, featur- medical techs, administra- She goes on to say that “all enthusiastic and talented Follies. Besides their dance more Shakespeare ing classic movies, striking tors for the VA and Safeway are homemakers, wives, seniors are active in their involvement, they share Festival’s productions of women, and a rousing, flag Corporate, city and county mothers, grandmothers, and respective communities and life experiences, love, and Jane Austen’s Persuasion waving tribute to our fabu- employees, NASA folks in some cases, great-grand- committed to the Golden friendship with each other.” and Shakespeare’s The lous USA.” Glamorously and restaurant owners.” mothers. These energetic, Tempest will be presented from 7 to 8 p.m. today, Thurs., June 16 at the Livermore Civic Library, Nominate a Local Hero 1188 S. Livermore Ave. Producing Artistic Nominations are being accepted for two local heroes who will be recognized on Director Lisa Tromovitch stage during the Rock Stars & Stripes concerts Aug. 6 and 7 at the Firehouse Arts and company members Center in Pleasanton. will share rehearsal The American Rock Experience takes audiences on a rock ‘n roll road trip across strategies and practices, America with a full-blown live concert celebration of the greatest American rock demonstrating some of music of all time. Featuring vocalist/guitarist David Victor, formerly of the multi- the fascinating processes platinum band BOSTON, this patriotic rock takes the audience to the musical hotbeds that create a profession- of the U.S. and honors both the hometown heroes who have served communities and ally staged production. the artists who created our soundtrack of freedom. The program is To nominate a hero, submit a paragraph or two (250 words MAX) about why the presented as part of the person is inspirational, along with a photo of the nominee to krista.white@cityof- Friends of the Livermore pleasantonca.gov using the subject line “Hometown Hero-[Nominee Name],” or call Library Authors and Arts 925-931-4847. Series. There is no admis- Deadline to submit a local hero’s name is July 6. Winning nominators will also sion charge. receive free ticket to concert. More info, go to www.firehousearts.org, http://rockstarsandstripesshow.com For information about the full productions, go to www.livermoreshakes.org June 16, 2016 • The Independent 3 Historic Depot to Be Moved

On Tuesday May 31, its history. The interior had Transportation Program Livermore’s Planning been largely stripped by funds via a Metropolitan Commission gave the final previous owners. It will be Transportation Commis- approval for the relocation reconfigured to best serve sion's Transportation for and refurbishment reha- its repurposed need using Livable Communities grant. bilitation of the historic all existing original materi- The City of Livermore is railroad depot. The depot, als and original designs managing the project, in ad- which sits in the parking wherever possible. The dition the City will continue lot at L-Street and Railroad passenger waiting area will to and now owns and will Ave., will be relocated to include a historic display. manage the depot into the the transportation center, This project has been future. adjacent to the railroad awarded Federal Surface tracks. It will be returned to service as Livermore’s depot for ACE trains and LAVTA (Wheels) buses. The original Transconti- nental Railroad came across Livermore’s (Altamont) Pass. A station was built on twenty acres of ranchland donated to the railroad by William Mendenhall. That station became the nexus Southern Pacific Railroad’s Livermore depot, in 1969, looking very much as it will of the town of Livermore, again after the refurbishment. Photo by John Harder courtesy of the Livermore Heritage Guild. which grew up around it. Return to Rail service, which began though they did not have A Night at the building was completed, by Livermore Downtown Inc. Movies Neverland in September 1869, helped the Central Pacific Railroad the wherewithal to convert Physical changes to the change Livermore from a it to a museum. Livermore SchooL of Livermore SchooL of in 1892 and stands today building have for the most Dance - Jazz DiviSion Dance - baLLet DiviSion frontier outpost to a thriv- where it was built. It served Since 1973 the depot part not been historically jun 24-25 jun 25-26 ing village. The major cities passengers until 1941 and has seen many uses and relevant or accurate. Much in the region, San Fran- freight until 1971. In 1976 changes. It initially became of the historic fabric of the cisco, Oakland, San Jose the tracks were moved a restaurant that failed structure was covered or and Sacramento, which had away from the depot sev- after a few years. It was removed. been several days away eral blocks to the north. In subsequently a real estate Once the building is by wagon, were now only 1973 the Southern Pacific office, architect's office, relocated it will be re- hours away by train. Railroad started demolition dance studio, interspersed furbished to serve many A small depot building of the depot. The newly with periods of dereliction more passengers than ever constructed at the station in formed Livermore Heritage and homeless hangout. before, but no freight. The The New Christy 1870 burned to the ground Guild interceded prevent- It was most recently and exterior will be restored to Well Strung in 1891. The present depot is currently the office for a briLLiant fuSion of Minstrels ing its total destruction, look as it did for much of cLaSSicaL anD PoP LegenDS in american Fri juL 8 8pm foLk muSic Wed juL 27 7:30pm Heritage Guild to Host Talk on History of the Depot

Livermore Heritage Guild is hosting the second in its and project leader. He recently retired as Curator and series of Summer History Talks on June 22, 2016 at the Historian for the Niles Railway, where he led the project Livermore Main Library at 7:00pm. to restore the 1884 Sunol Depot. Local Resident Alan Frank will be presenting: Liver- Additionally, he was a founder of Livermore Val- more’s Railroad Depot, History, Refurbishment and ley Opera and past president of the Livermore-Amador Reuse. Symphony. John Waite Juice Newton Frank will provide the audience a history of the The event is free of charge. The Livermore is located the wooDen heart tour country-PoP’S changes and the plans for the future of the depot. at 1188 S. Livermore Ave, Livermore. Donations gladly “queen of heartS” Fri juL 29 8pm He is a retired from LLNL where he was a Physicist accepted. Fri Aug 5 8pm

925.373.6800 LVPAC.org 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 The Independent • June 16, 2016

Television Three Scholarships Granted Livermore Filipino- “Grace and Frankie” Season 2 American Organization pre- sented scholarship awards by Linda Milanese of fighting.” But she draws a firm line at allowing the to three graduating senior Netflix recently released its second season of “Grace product to carry her intimate “self portrait” which closely students during their May and Frankie." I’m certain the series will continue for as resembles Georgia O’Keeffe’s flower art. festival on May 21 held many seasons as its aging cast can handle. Speaking of which, the women often say the “V words” at the Asbury Methodist Season one introduced Grace (Jane Fonda) and Frankie aloud (v-g-na and v-br-tor), so be forewarned. In fact, they Church Fellowship Hall. (Lily Tomlin), who are forced to live together after their entertain the idea of creating v-br-tors for women with First place went to husbands, Robert (Martin Sheen) and Sol (Sam Water- arthritis. Jared Maranon of Granada ston), divorce them to marry each other after a secret There’s so much I like about this new season of “Grace High School who received 20-year relationship. and Frankie”—good laughs, weightier subjects, a clearer $1,000; second place is It’s a comedy with most of its humor based on the direction, and more defined characters. Mariel Chiong of Liver- odd-couple pairing of the two women. Grace is an uptight I like that the women remain very different from each more Charter School who Type A, and Frankie is a pot-smoking artist. other but are no longer adversarial. They’ve moved on received $750; and third The first season ended with wedding preparations for past their husbands’ betrayal; they’ve grown and become place is Nicholas Sobrepena the men and a tentative acceptance by the women. I feared friends . . . most of the time. When Frankie learns about who received $500. “These Jared Maranon three students are highly then that the writers’ work was done for these septuage- a true love from Grace’s past, she says, “Tell me more. I motivated and talented. narians, and another season could only deteriorate into a always thought you were my uptight friend who led an We are proud to give these frivolous TV sitcom. uninteresting life. Now I know you were my uptight friend scholarship awards and Last year in a TV interview, Jane Fonda said the show who might have been interesting.” wish them well in college,” is about aging and the ability to go on and live life after I like the changes that the Jane Fonda character experi- says Raquel Holt, scholar- a trauma. She said it shows “how you can come through ences this season. At one point she gets rid of her old ship committee chair. a crisis and be forgiving and be OK and still love life.” clothes right around the time she decides to ditch her old Jared Maranon of Season 2 goes a step further: yes, it shows that life goes “friends” who talk badly about Frankie. Once she wore Granada High School is a on, but it also shows that time is running out. the same shapeless beige sweater for two episodes—her member of the school sym- They’re in their 70s and could easily surrender to their frozen hairdo stayed in place, but at least she wasn’t fo- phony band and received La-Z-Boy loungers and give up any hope for a future. cused on her wardrobe. outstanding recognitions in Instead, this season we see the women still very much in I like the funny little details that are part of every his freshman and sopho- the game of life, facing their old age with vibrant opti- scene. more years and Outstanding mism—not only with a carpe diem mindset but with a For example, the women are jealous of the extrava- Musician in the Jazz Band refusal to compromise or settle for anything less than what gant wedding gifts they see piled up in their ex-husbands’ in his junior year. He plays they really want. house. Guilt-free, they steal the unopened Vitamix the saxophone. Jared has earned a GPA of 4.19 and The new season introduces some serious subjects into blender they’ve always wanted. Nicholas Sobrepena the comedy to further remind them to enjoy their golden Or when Coyote’s birth mother, a fundamentalist plans to enter the Univer- years. Significant subjects like a heart attack, euthanasia, Christian, comes to lunch to meet the family—Frankie, sity of San Diego this fall. alcoholism, and dementia are touched on; and, thus, make Sol, and Bud. She brings Frankie a hostess gift—a figu- Mariel Chiong of Liver- the tone less wacky than that of Season one. When Robert rine of Jesus playing soccer with children. more Valley Charter School was president of the school and Sol reconcile after a long fight, Sol says, “There’s “I don’t have one of these!” exclaims Frankie. “You’d council in her sophomore only so much time we have left, and look how much time think he’d trip on that robe.” and junior years, and is a we’ve wasted.” “What kind of Christians are y’all?” asks Crystal. member of the following There’s still plenty to laugh at. “The Jewish kind.” organizations: Thespian Like Frankie’s negotiations with Brianna, Grace’s “Oh, the original Christians!” Troupe, Interact, and Femi- daughter who’s running her mother’s cosmetics company Or the scene where Bud pretends to text a mock mes- nist Club. She garnered now, on how to market her female lubricant. Frankie’s sage to the entire wedding guest list including way too three Best of Class and initial happiness at entering the business world shows much disastrous information that would open up about seven first place awards for her thinking of catchy names for her product like “Vagi- five cans of worms and . . . bam! . . . it accidentally gets digital photography at the cadabra” and “Slip N’Side.” Her happiness takes a turn sent. A catastrophe until they find out that “auto-correct,” 2015 Alameda County Fair. when she realizes the formula has been tampered with to that gratuitous feature on smart phones, has reworded the With a GPA of 3.9, she will include palm oil to extend its shelf life—an ingredient message into complete gibberish. attend Santa Fe University that goes against her environmental principles. Harkening Fingers crossed these old actors don’t break a hip of Art and Design. back to her ‘60s activism, Frankie indulges in some unex- because I’m looking forward to many more seasons with Nicholas Sobrepena of Mariel Chiong pected Guerrilla Theater at an important business meeting, them. The downside is there are only thirteen 30-min- Livermore Valley Charter smearing ketchup blood everywhere. When that doesn’t ute episodes in Season two, and since they’re produced School is with the school’s work, she returns with her lawyer son Nwabudike (“Bud”) by Netflix, they’re all released at the same time. It’s too Thespian Group, ran with Boy Scouts. Nicholas has looking for a loophole in the contract with Brianna—“I’m tempting to binge-watch the 6 ½ hours in a couple of days the school’s track team, and been taking classes at Las hopped up on ginkgo biloba and ready to rumble!” and then have to wait another year for more. at graduation received his Positas College and will Eventually, Frankie relents and says, “The whole point But I’m planning to rewatch it from the beginning. It’s 200+ hour honor cord for continue at the college until of my lube is to have less friction in the world. I’m sick that good. community service. He has he transfers to a university. also earned the Life rank in He has a GPA of 3.8.

June 16, 2016 • The Independent 5

Las Positas College Foundation Gala Raises over $100,000

ing civic and educational leaders, new and long-time supporters of the LPC campus and community, had the opportunity to vote on the People's Choice Award for their favorite food item and wine before enjoying student per- formances and capping off the evening with champagne and desserts. "Each year our Foundation Board, comprised of com- munity leaders, dedicates many volunteer hours plan- ning for our signature fundraising event. This year's Best of the Best brought together some of the area's finest wineries and restaurants allowing guests to savor cuisine from throughout the Tri-Valley," said Cooper. "We also enjoyed highlighting our excellent academic programs at Las Positas College. Students from our Performing Arts program wowed attendees with numbers from the musi- cal "Chicago" and guests also heard how our faculty and staff provide innovative programs to increase LPC student success." In addition to ticket sales and a pre-event online auc- tion, a special "Fund-A-Need" auction held at the event Las Positas College Viticulture and Winery Technology raised over $12,000 in support of the College's innovative "Math Jam" program. "The funds raised from The Best of Program Coordinator David Everett receives the "Best of the Best are so important because we use them to address Zephyr Bar & Grill Manager Brittany Thompson Accepts the Best 2016" best wine pairing award from Las Positas the most critical unmet needs in our college community," the "Best of the Best 2016" favorite restaurant award College Foundation Executive Director Kenneth Cooper. said LPC President Barry Russell. "That includes scholar- from Las Positas College Foundation Executive Director Attendees of the Foundation's annual fundraiser vote on ships, innovation grants and support for programs that Kenneth Cooper. Attendees of the Foundation's annual their favorite restaurant/winery pairing. provide truly exceptional educational experiences for our fundraiser vote on their favorite restaurant/winery students and campus community." pairing. Las Positas College Foundation Executive Director, Bidders had the opportunity to win tickets to the Battle Kenneth Cooper, announced that the 13th Annual "Best of of the Bay (San Francisco Giants versus Oakland Athlet- the food, wine, liquor and auction items for the event the Best" Gala, held on Saturday, April 23rd at the college, ics), two Disney Resort one-day park hopper passes, two season passes to the Mertes Center for the Arts and a were donated and the lighting, decorations and rentals raised over $100,000 for the benefit of the LPC campus for the event were provided at or below cost to minimize community. Held annually as a fundraiser for the LPC Castlewood Golf Package, among other fantastic auction items that include winery, restaurant and excursion pack- overhead and ensure the maximum funds reach student Foundation, the Best of the Best gala highlighted local beneficiaries. eateries, including Posada Contemporary Southwestern ages. Proceeds from the Best of the Best will benefit the Zephyr Bar & Grill and the Las Positas College Cellars restaurant and Casse-Croûte Bakery and Livermore Valley were voted the best restaurant and winery pairing by event wineries while showcasing students in LPC's dance, the- students, staff, faculty and community, which LPC serves by supporting students who would otherwise be unable to attendees. ater, vocal, music and interpretive speaking departments. Top sponsors of this event were: Platinum: Lawrence At the black tie optional event, over 200 guests, includ- afford many of the expenses of attending college includ- ing textbooks, living costs, and family support. Most of Livermore National Laboratories, and Sandia National Laboratories; Gold: TopCon.

Livermore students gathered with family and friends earlier this month at the Shea Homes Plaza in beautiful downtown Livermore to celebrate becoming 2016 Pedrozzi Scholars – recent awardees of Pedrozzi Scholarships. The Pedrozzi Foundation awarded $437,000 to 114 Livermore students who will be attending an array of community colleges, universities and vocational training programs in the fall. (Photo - John Lankes) 6 The Independent • June 16, 2016

Recognition Program Celebrates 25th Year at Sandia High School Girls Recognized for Math, Science Accomplishments

Celeste Rohlfing, chief and science. taking advantage of the Eunice Han, Skyline High operating officer at the “Twenty-five years exciting years to come. School; and, Alexandra American Association for ago we realized that while “Keep an open mind, never Uskov, Tracy High School the Advancement of Sci- young women were excel- take ‘no’ for an answer, be Outstanding Achieve- ence (AAAS), presented ing in their high school innovative,” said Hamblin. ment in Science: Sandhya Sandia National Labora- math and science classes, “And network, network, Kalavacherla, Amador tories’ 25th annual Math we weren’t seeing them in network.” Valley High School; Naomi and Science Awards to 28 similar numbers in senior The winners of the 2016 Montenegro, Coliseum young women from San positions in industry or Sandia Math and Science College Prep Academy; Francisco Bay Area high academia. The Math and Awards are: Navya Peddireddy, Dublin schools. Rohlfing, a chemist Science Awards was our Outstanding Achieve- High School; Allison Kifer, at Sandia for 11 years, was way of helping to address ment in Mathematics: Alyse Granada High School; one of the original founders that problem,” said Cathy Coonce, Amador Valley Autumn Armstrong, John of the awards. Branda, one of the awards’ High School; Ana Lapota, C. Kimball High School; “I am very proud of the organizers and manager of Coliseum College Prep Farhat Khairzadah, Lathrop hard work and academic the Systems Biology group. Academy; Liubou Klin- High School; Raina Jaing, accomplishments of this The winners were recog- dziuk, Dublin High School; Livermore High School; year’s winners,” said Mari- nized with certificates from Emily Allendorf, Granada Shannon Meyer, Livermore anne Walck, vice president Sandia and State Assembly- High School; Rania Ibra- Valley Charter Preparatory; of Sandia’s California site. woman Catharine Baker. him, John C. Kimball High Jordan Hensley, Manteca “I hope this award and the Those honored, fami- Celeste Rohlfing, chief operating officer at the School; Ayzher Ocsona, High School; Jennifer connections made with San- lies and teachers mingled American Association for the Advancement of Science, Lathrop High School; Sa- Lukban, Merrill F. West dia mentors will inspire and with Sandia researchers congratulates Audrey Kurz, a student at Livermore Valley mantha Dukes, Livermore High School; Alexis Diaz, encourage them throughout and learned about different Charter Preparatory, for her outstanding achievement in High School; Audrey Kurz, Millennium High School; their professional jour- careers in math and science. math. Rohlfing was one of the founders of Sandia’s Math Livermore Valley Charter Merissa Bridgeman, Oak- neys.” Kicking off the ceremony, Preparatory; Jasmine Jaring land Tech High School; The Math and Sci- Rohlfing spoke about the and Science Awards. (Photo - Randy Wong) Angeles, Merrill F. West Miranda Becerra, Sierra ence Awards program history of the awards pro- these awards have not just Antonio. High School; Dayanara High School; Tiffany Wong, encourages high-achieving gram and her career path, endured but become bigger She imparted some Salinas, Millennium High Skyline High School; Erika young women to continue which also included serving and better.” advice to the awardees for School; Margaret Austin, Pulliam, Tracy High School studying STEM (science, as the assistant director Rachelle Hamblin shared Oakland Tech High School; technology, engineering and for physical sciences at her journey from Math and math) subjects and creates the White House Office of Science awardee to college mentoring opportunities Science and Technology intern to technologist in the with Sandia employees. and deputy assistant direc- Systems Biology group. Teachers from 15 northern tor at the National Science She credited her exposure California high schools Foundation. to the people and research in Livermore, Dublin, “I gave the inaugural at Sandia with inspiring her Pleasanton, Tracy, Lath- address at the first Math to pursue a dual medical rop, Manteca and Oakland and Science Awards 25 degree and master’s degree nominated students they years ago,” said Rohlfing. in public health at the deemed outstanding in math “I am overjoyed to see that University of Texas at San Dublin Leadership Academy Planned This fall Beginning this fall, the City of Dublin will host Inside Dublin, a leadership academy designed to provide community members with advanced knowledge of municipal opera- tions and community activities. Residents interested in the program are encouraged to apply now to be part of the 2016 Inside Dublin class. The goal of the academy is to inform the participants about City services and the issues (present and future) facing the community, and to encourage community involvement at all levels. The program will include presentations on top- ics such as public safety, infrastructure, education, local government, and community services. Inside Dublin is a seven-week program (six Thursday evenings, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, and one Saturday field trip) beginning Saturday, October 1, 2016. Class size is limited to the first 20 candidates (candidates must be 18 years of age or older, and live or work in Dublin). Photo - Doug Jorgensen Interested parties may contact Taryn Gavagan Bozzo, Executive Aide, at 925-833- Croce Elementary School in Livermore held its annual hoedown last Wednesday, 6650, or complete an application on the City’s website at http://www.dublin.ca.gov/ June 8. Students, who had been practicing their square dance moves entertained insidedublin. visitors and parents. The hoedown is held each year during Rodeo Week in Livermore. June 16, 2016 • The Independent 7 Family Days Programs Begin with Life on the Ranch on June 18

Museum on Main an- stamp leather and much school,” and matching his- nounces 2016 Family Days, more. toric pictures of Pleasanton free weekend events open Kids just want to have with modern images. to the public where chil- fun.- Saturday, July 16th Plant and Animal life dren, parents, and grandpar- from 11am – 1:00 pm: in Pleasanton- Saturday, ents, enjoy hands-on history Learn how children had September 17th from fun. Adults and children fun in the past and try your 11am - 1pm: The museum will take part in activi- hand at some old time toys is partnering with the Al- ties such as crafts and art and games. There will be viso Adobe Park for a day activities, demonstrations, a game of graces, tabletop of fun at the Museum on music and other special nine pins, vintage old maid, Main. This will be an after- treats. Activities at Family dominos, hopscotch, and noon of learning about the Days are free of charge. No much more. There will also plant and animal life in the Photo - Doug Jorgensen reservations are required. be stations where everyone Amador Livermore Valley. The Mony Nop Foundation presented four checks in the amount of $7000 to four The first family day is this can make their own old Pet a tarantula, plant native different non-profit organizations at Joe Michell School. The organizations were Saturday, June 18th. time toy and doll to take seeds for your garden, and chosen because they meet the Mony Nop Foundation’s mission, particularly in the 2016 Family Days: home. learn how generations of Life on the Ranch- Sat- Life in the City- Sat- people living in Pleasanton areas of arts, athletic, and leadership. urday, June 18th from urday, August 20th from used the land to survive. 11am – 1:00pm: Bring 11am - 1pm: The hustle The Museum on Main boots and spurs to the and bustle of historic Pleas- is located at 603 Main Museum on Main for an anton will be the focus of Street in historic downtown Foundation Presents Grants afternoon of family fun on an afternoon of fun ac- Pleasanton. It is open to The Mony Nop Founda- learn about Shakespearian The award is designed to the ranch. Learn what it tivities and demonstrations. the public Tuesday through tion (MNF) has announced scenes and themes along offer LVJUSD students the was like to live in an adobe While at the museum, stop Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to its Leading the Way Schol- with language study using opportunity to learn about structure during the Cali- by the “milliner” to make 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from arship Awards for 2016. the text of A Midsum- countries outside of the fornio and Rancho periods a hat or the “barber” to get 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. For more The foundation is awarding mer Night’s Dream. The United States and to experi- of California’s history. The a shave. Other activities information about current $7,000 to four different program was created to ence the value of becom- entire family will be able to include washing clothes at exhibits and programs, visit organizations or schools align with Common Core ing leaders by connecting practice roping skills, build the “laundry," gambling at the Museum’s web site at whose programs or projects Literacy standards. See with and making a positive adobe bricks, make butter the “saloon," and practicing www.museumonmain.org align with the Mony Nop http://livermoreshakes.org/ impact on other students’ from scratch, decorate and letters at “Pleasanton’s first or phone (925) 462-2766. Foundation mission to sup- in-school-programs for lives around the world. See port youth in the areas of more information. www.discoveryineastafrica. arts, athletics and leader- Joe Michell School org for more information ship education. Leadership Program about Discovering East The awards ceremony received $2,000 of MNF Africa. took place on Wednesday, funding to support the The foundation’s leader- June 1, 2016, 8:45 am, at school’s leadership educa- ship development programs Joe Michell School, Liver- tion for students enrolled encourage students to real- more. in the fourth through ize their aspirations to “lead The Livermore Val- eighth grades, led by Julie the way” in the future. To ley Education Foundation Ashworth. For more infor- date, the organization has (LVEF) receives $2,000 of mation about Joe Michell provided leadership training MNF funding to enable up School, see https://joemi- to over 350 middle and high to 200 students and accom- chell.schooloop.com school students through panying teachers to attend Joe Michell School re- day-long programs at sporting events. See www. ceived an additional $1,000 LVJUSD middle schools. lvef.org for more informa- of MNF funding to support For more information, tion regarding LVEF’s sup- the school’s involvement contact Mony Nop, Founder port for LVJUSD programs. with Discovering East Af- and President, at mony@ Livermore Shakespeare rica Classroom Connection monynopfoundation.org Festival was given $2,000 program, whose mission or (925) 575-1602. See of MNF funding to sup- is to connect classes of www.monynopfoundation. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, along with the Foothill High School chapter of the Secular port the organization’s “So students around the world org for information about Student Alliance, celebrated "Week of Action," by taking action to do something Wise, So Young” in-school with students and programs MNF Leadership Programs. positive in our community. Members brought donations for the youth living at the education program serving in Uganda, Kenya and Tan- The Mony Nop Founda- Avalon Program at Fred Finch Youth Center in Oakland, CA. The program serves all second graders through- zania. MNF funding will tion is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit adolescents in a specialized residential program for low income youth with intellectual out the LVJUSD. This be designated to purchase organization. Tax ID# 46- disabilities and mental health problems. For donations, the group collected games, 10-week, districtwide pro- backpacks and school sup- 2438663. All donations are gram introduces students plies for students in these tax-deductible to the extent books, and art supplies, along with necessities like toothpaste, shampoo, and body to William Shakespeare three countries in Africa. of the law. wash. and his history. Students 8 The Independent • June 16, 2016 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS describing the process of creating a offered. (925) 216-7231 or email also be pre-purchased at Nottingham Summer Concert Series continues on concert that is authentic and engaging, Livermore Art Association Gallery, lifelike drawing. The show is also open [email protected] for further Cellars. Outside Beer, Wine and Food the patio. Unwind and rock on Friday, much like the experience of seeing the located in the Carnegie Building, offers for viewing through July 10 at Berkshire info. Prohibited. June 24th from 6pm - 9pm with "Greg Bee Gees in their prime. Saturday, art classes, unusual gifts, painting Hathaway HomeService realty, 1983 Piano and keyboard lessons, For Las Positas Vineyards, Livermore, Fri., Lamboy's" awesome acoustic rock! No June 18 (sold out). ADDED SHOW: Sun- rentals, art exhibits and information Second St., Livermore during regular children to adult. Beginner to early June 17, Evening in the Vineyards con- outside alcoholic beverages please, day, June 19, 2:00 p.m. Reserved seat- pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third business hours or by appointment intermediate level. Half-hour private cert, 6 to 9 p.m. featuring Kingsbor- but picnics are welcomed. Upcoming ing tickets $20, $25, $30. Purchase at St., Livermore. The gallery has been with Cher Wollard, 925-784-4679 or classes or small group classes offered. ough. Wine, non-alcoholic beverages, concerts: July 22nd with "Souled www.firehousearts.org, 925-931-4848, open since 1974 and is run as a co-op [email protected]. Twice-yearly recitals. (925) 216-7231 along with Artisan pizza's available for Out" - August 26th with KNR Band - or at the center Box Office, 4444 by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. Asian American Women Artists As- or email [email protected] purchase (sorry no outside food & bev- September 23 with Afterglow. 8195 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. 11:30-4 p.m. For information call sociation, art exhibition, July 28-Sept. for further info. erages permitted) To purchase tickets Crane Ridge Road (end of Greenville) Curtain Up- The Golden Follies Revue. 449-9927. 3, Harrington Gallery, Firehouse Arts PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, now please visit www.laspositasvineyards. in Livermore. 2 big shows: Saturday and Sunday, Members of the Pleasanton Art League Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasan- meeting the 1st Thursday and 3rd Space is limited. Sat., June 18, fea- Album Preview Party, 11 a.m. July 2, June 25 and 26, both shows 2:00 Public Art Circuit are currently ton. Reception, July 28, 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday of each month 7:00 at The tured food pairing flight of Chocolate Wente Vineyards Estate Winery. Hear p.m. at the Firehouse Arts Center in exhibiting art at six businesses in the www.firehousearts.org. Corner Bakery Cafe in Pleasanton. Join Truffle & Wine Pairing Flight. Sun., the newest live music from Wolf Pleasanton - Dublin Area. Viewing Art Under the Oaks, July 16 and 17, us as we challenge ourselves to poeti- June 19, Celebrate Father's Day with a Hamlin & The Front Porch Drifters locations are: Bank of America at 337 Alden Lane Nursery, Livermore. cally relay our thoughts, emotions and special Hot Dog, Sausage, Potato Chip and Crawdad Republic. Doors open at Main Street, Pleasanton; Pleasanton Sponsored by Alden Lane Nursery and experiences through poetry. Become a & Wine Pairing Flight. Tasting Room 11am. Wines by the glass and bottle Chamber of Commerce at 777 Peters the Livermore Art Association, art, member & share your work - Contact will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 and food from The Wood Fire Kitchen Street, Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & demonstrations, entertainment, etc. No [email protected] for more p.m. For more information, contact available for purchase. No outside Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard Road, admission charge. info on Theme Challenges, Membership [email protected] beverages or food permitted. 5565 Pleasanton; US Bank at 749 Main & Opportunities. Tesla Road, Livermore Valley. www. Street, Pleasanton; Edward Jones at MEETINGS/CLASSES Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the last wentevineyards.com 6601 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin; and Show and Tell, Artists are invited to Saturday from 12 noon-1 p.m. at Summer Wine Stroll, Downtown The Bagel Street Café at 6762 Bernal a monthly function at the Bothwell Galina’s Music Studio located at 1756 Pleasanton, July 16, 5 to 8 p.m. Hosted Avenue Pleasanton. If interested in Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th First St., Livermore. Confirm participa- by Pleasanton Downtown Association, becoming a member of the Pleasanton Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at tion by calling (925) 960-1194 or via information at www.pleasantondown- Art League or for information regarding the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Eighth the website at www.GalinasMusicStu- town.net the Public Art Circuit, call John Triming- St., Livermore. Artists bring finished or dio.com. Beginners are welcome. Bring Taste Our Terroir, Livermore Valley ham at (510) 877-8154. unfinished work to show and if desired, some music to share with the group. Winegrowers Association, July 21-24. The Romance of the California Ranch, receive a critique from the group. Ukuleles are available for purchase. July 21, annual food and wine pairing, a photographic exhibit by Susan Ger- Refreshments are brought by some of Small $10 fee to cover meeting costs. Friday through Sunday wineries across ber. Cuda Ridge Wines, through June the artists, and a donation of $5.00 The Young Artists’ Studio has openings the region host ten food and wine 30. 2400 Arroyo Road in Livermore. is desired although not mandatory. in its 2016 Summer Session. Artist Music by Maddy Hudson at events including cooking classes, wine Regular winery hours are 12-4:30 Fri.- Contact for this event is D’Anne Miller Peggy Frank welcomes interested Cedar Mountain seminars, vineyard tours and more. Shawnette Sulker Sun.; open by appointment by calling at [email protected], or Linda students ages 7 and older to sign up Thursday night tickets VIP $125, $85 510-304-0914. Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreperform- for a week or more of small group Grill & Chill, Summer BBQ & Music ($95 after July 14th); weekend event Opera in the Park Feeling Good: Art of Local Artists, juried ingarts.org instruction in art. Projects include all Events, Cedar Mountain Winery & Port tickets $35-$125. fine art exhibit showcases works by ACC/Art Critique & Coffee, Discuss and kinds of drawing, painting, printmaking Works; 6 to 9 p.m., bring own food to The East Bay regional op- members of Pleasanton Art League share work with Professional Artists and sculpture. High school students grill. Wine by the glass/bottle and non MUSIC/CONCERTS era company Festival Opera and Livermore Art Association, May 4 in sketching, painting, exhibiting and working on advanced portfolios are alcoholic beverages, salami, cheese, Concerts In The Park, June 3 to August is bringing its Opera in the to June 27, noon to 6 p.m. the visitors marketing your work. ACC members welcome, as are adults and families, if and crackers will be available for 26, 7 p.m. Lions Wayside Park, corner area of the Bankhead Theater, 2400 currently working on exhibiting theme space allows. Peggy has been working purchase. Call for more information at of First and Neal Streets, downtown Park to San Ramon. Festival First St., Livermore. No admission works, under the Inspiration of "The with young artists in the Livermore (925) 373-6636. Fee is $5 per/person. Pleasanton. No admission charge. Opera is partnering with the charge. Art and wine reception Sun., Artist's Edge /The Edge of Art & Chosen Valley since 1980. For information (cash collected when parking). All fees Pleasanton Downtown Association. City of San Ramon to present June 5, 1 to 4 p.m. Pathways." Meets and Critiques Friday about the summer art program or go to the band. No outside alcohol www.pleasantondowntown.net on the premises. June 17: Maddy a family-friendly summer af- Backyard Beauty, New multi-platform mornings in Pleasanton. PoetryOnCan- weekly school year lessons contact her Evenings on the Green, series of free ternoon of fine music, picnic invitational exhibit opens at the [email protected] at (925) 443-8755 or email frank.a@ Hudson; July 16: Bigfoot & The Moon performances Tuesday evenings from Harrington Gallery June 15, on display Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday comcast.net. Bandits. August 20: band TBD; Sept. June through August 16 on the Shea lunches, and a Community through July 13. With the inspiration of 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring 3: Chris Ahlman; Sept. 17: band TBD. Homes Stage outside the Bankhead Fair featuring children's ac- plant life, insects and other backyard their own materials and easels. Open WINE & SPIRITS 10843 Reuss Road, Livermore. www. Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore. tivities. It's all still free. commonalities, the 7 artists in this to all artists. Professional artist models Valley Humane Society’s 2016 Yappy cedarmountainwinery.com Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- Featured artists include installation have included pieces in (nude). No instructor. Students under Hour, local venues compete to see Charles R Vineyards, A Vintage Father's urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 glass sculpture, oils, acrylic, watercol- 18 need written parental permission to who can raise the most money to help Day Celebration, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. soprano Shawnette Sulker. ors, graphite, and metalwork. Regular attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell homeless dogs and cats. June 18, noon p.m. Sun., June 19. Special "Dad's only Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears Musical director and emcee gallery hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. to 7 pm, Eight Bridges Brewing, Inc., tasting" of Vintage 2006 Tawny Port regularly at: The Castle Rock Restau- is conductor John Kendall Friday from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- 332 Earhart Way, Livermore. June 23, at the outside wine bar. Challenge rant in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- Bailey. 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., McKays Taphouse Dad to a game of corn hole and enjoy the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center for more info about the workshop, and Beer Garden, 252 Main St., Pleas- watching him as he shows his skills from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, The event will be held in Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad Avenue. 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ anton. http://valleyhumane.org at the famous dart board game. 8195 small cover. Sunday, June 26, 4 p.m. The Suggested $5 donation. earthlink.net. Nottingham Cellars, Live music Thurs- Crane Ridge Road (at the end of Ira Stein Trio, The Catholic Community program gets underway at “Spectrum” at the Blackhawk Gallery, Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- days 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., wine by the Greenville), Livermore. of Pleasanton presents the Ira Stein 4 p.m. in the amphitheater, Last Friday Sip by Sunset, Rodrigue May 6-July 10 2016. Open to the ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 glass and bottle, 5 to 8 p.m. Schedule: Trio in concert from 7:30-9:00 p.m. so arrive early to stake out public. 3416 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, are welcome to join this class. Classes 6/16, Kylle Thomasson; 6/23, Eric Molyneaux Winery invites neighbors on Saturday, June 18, at St. Augustine Danville; 648-8023 www.blackhawk- cover drawing, painting, print-making, Eckstein; 6/30, Tom Duarte. Saturday and Club members to Last Friday Sip Church, 3999 Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. a good spot. Chairs, blan- gallery.org sculpture and ceramics. For further in- music on the patio 1 to 4 p.m. 6/18, By Sunsets. On Friday, June 24 from 5 Ira Stein on piano, Joe Hébert on cello, kets, coolers, non-alcoholic From My Heart, paintings and drawing formation, contact Thomasin Dewhurst Kylle Thomasson; 6/25, Chris LeBel. to 8 PM, come enjoy a glass or bottle of and Dann Zinn on soprano saxophone, beverages and food are all by artist Kathleen Hill. June 1 through at (925) 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ June 30 6-9pm Music in the Orchard wine. Try especially summer-friendly will perform improvisations on Bach welcome, but note that no June 30. An artist's reception, which is hotmail.com or visit http://children- at the Purple Orchid Resort and Spa wines, including our 2013 Pinot Grigio, chorales and original compositions. open to the public, will be June 5 from sartclassesprojects.blogspot.com/ returns for its 4th season benefitting 2012 Nebbiolo and 2011 Sangiovese. Suggested donation is $10. For alcohol or cooking gear is 1-3 pm at the winery located at Wente Art Classes, For children, teens and The Pedrozzi Scholarship Founda- Last Friday Sip by Sunset start Friday information, go to catholicsofpleas- permitted in the park. Vineyards Estate Winery, 5565 Tesla adults. Beginner to advanced. Drawing, tion. Meredith and the Mercenaries June 24, 5 to 8 PM. If you can’t come anton.org. San Ramon Central Park Road, in Livermore. painting, printmaking, sculpture and return as the series opener. Food by in June mark calendars for Friday, Bee Gees Gold – A Tribute to the Bee July 29 and Friday, August 26. Rodrigue is located at 12501 Alcosta To the Point 11 showcases the work of ceramics taught by highly experienced will be available from Sauced, wine Gees. At Firehouse Arts Center Theater Blvd., San Ramon. Maryann Kot and 21 of her students, artist and art instructor, Thomasin from Nottingham Cellars and beer Molyneaux Estate Winery and Vineyard, in Pleasanton. Sunday, June 19, featuring images of plants, birds, Dewhurst. Weekday and weekend from Altamont Beerworks. Tickets 3053 Marina Ave., Livermore. www. 2:00 p.m. show added. John Acosta's For more information, animals and other subjects. Included classes, Home school classes, $14 presale online www.purpleorchid. rmwinery.com Bee Gees Gold Tribute is the ultimate visit www.festivalopera.org in the display is an informative panel Special classes during school breaks com $20 at the door. Tickets may Charles R Vineyards, "4th Friday" Free salute, and delivers a complete live or call 925-944-9610. June 16, 2016 • The Independent 9 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

8PM. Preview of The Tempest will be Political Issues Book Club meets the Innovation Tri-Valley's Innovation Forum Valley Chamber of Commerce Wine on July 21st, with performances of The 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads & Expo, July 28, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Country Luncheon Series. For tickets Tempest on July 21, 22, 29, 30, 31, Au- books about issues and trends that Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery, 410 or additional information, go to www. gust 4, 5, 6, and 7 with a Family Night are driving current affairs in both the Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton. Livermore livermorechamber.org performance on Thursday, July 21st. national and international arenas. All performances begin at 7:30PM with Topics that have been covered include the exception of the Benefit Perfor- politics, governance, economics, mili- mance of Persuasion on Saturday, July tary affairs, history, sociology, science, Entries Being Accepted for 16th at 8PM. Wente Vineyards Estate the climate, and religion. Contact Rich Winery & Tasting Room, 5565 Tesla at 872-7923, for further questions Annual Pooch Parade Road, Livermore. $50- $25, Benefit We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- performance with dinner and auction centered book group led by a small The 19th Annual Pooch Dog Puppy Raisers. on July 16th $150. Livermore Shakes group of book club veterans, with Parade will take place on For complete details Family Night (Persuasion) on July 7th reading selections based on member Wednesday, August 3, 2016 and registration, go to (The Tempest) on July 21st; Family recommendations and consensus. In downtown Pleasanton. www.trivalleyguidedogs. Night Kids Tickets $5 Pre-Show Buffet No homework required– share your Price: $49/person added to price of insights or just listen in! Contact Susan This event runs in org. show ticket - available July 9, 23, 30 at 337-1282 regarding the We’re conjunction with the “1st and August 6. (925) 443-BARD or Talkin’ Books! Club. Wednesday Street Party” www.LivermoreShakes.org Alameda County Fair, “Spirit of Sum- Sponsored by the Pleasanton Mary Poppins, weekends July 16 through mer,” June 15 to July 4 at the Alameda Downtown Association. Reg- TRAVEL 31. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. Live St., Livermore. Tickets at the box horse racing, exhibitions, entertain- istration begins at 5PM and BUG Drunken Shakespeare, featuring the Bard’s famous office, www.bankheadtheater.org or ment, extreme sports, food, etc. www. the parade starts at 6PM at 373-6800. alamedacountyfair.com Lions Wayside Park, corner drinking scenes, will be performed on Thursday, June How to Succeed in Business Without Bonsai Show, Valley Bonsai Society An- of First Street and Neal. En- River cruising 16th at 6 p.m. on the new bandstand in Carnegie Park Really Trying, Las Positas College, nual Show. Going on June 18th and 19 outdoor summer music, food trucks, starting at 1:00 PM you can see master ter any size pooch in any of in europe during Livermore Downtown Inc.'s Thirsty Thursday at July 28-31, 8 p.m. 3000 Campus Hill artists demonstrate and display bonsai the seven categories for great the Farmers Market. There is no charge. Pictured are Dr., Livermore. www.laspositascol- styles and techniques at Alden lane prizes. The entry fee is $10 (925) 447-4300 (from left) Nikolai Lokteff, Caitlin Evenson and Gregg lege.edu nursery, 981 Alden Lane,Livermore. Not per category. All proceeds In Downtown Livermore Bound East for Cardiff presented by the only the demonstration tree but other benefit the Tri-Valley Guide 2269 Third Street Le Blanc. The public is invited to attend. Photo - Gregg Eugene O’Neill Foundation in the Old items and prizes are also going to be Le Blanc, CumulusLight.com. Barn at the Eugene O’Neill National raffled off. Admission is free travelbuglivermore.com Historic Site in Danville on July 30-31. Hagemann Ranch Open House, Tickets for public performances will Sponsored by the Livermore Heritage Pleasanton. Reserved seating tickets 7-8PM, Livermore Civic Center Library. be available online at the Eugene Guild. July 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 455 $15, $20, $25. The sparkling Las Producing Artistic Director Lisa Tromo- O’Neill Foundation’s website at www. Olivina Ave., Livermore. All welcome. Vegas-style revue features seasoned vitch and company members will share eugeneoneill.org in March. Free admission. Featuring Cece Otto, performers ages 60-91 from all over rehearsal strategies and practices, 21st Century Vaudeville Singer; free Ages 7-10 and northern California. Full of energy demonstrating some of the fascinating COMEDY BBQ, 1944 fire engine, games and and pizazz, the show is packed with processes that create a professionally Stand Up Against Cancer Comedy petting zoo, meet volunteers, site 11-18 memorable music, featuring classic staged production. 1188 So. Livermore Fundraiser (ages 16 and up) 8 p.m. tours and historic displays, raffles. movies, striking women and a rous- Ave., Livermore. No admission charge. July 9. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Meet Ranch partners, Del Arroyo 4-H, ing, flag waving tribute to the USA. Charley's Aunt '66, Douglas Morrisson Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. Fertile GroundWorks, and Sunflower Featured with the Golden Follies will Theatre presents Staged Reading of firehousearts.org. Hill; Special guest: Cactus Corner Youth be S.F. chanteuse Wiggy Darlington. Charley's Aunt '66 by Scott Munson, Square Dancers; Livermore Heritage Tickets available at www.firehousearts. after Brandon Thomas. The fourth MOVIES Guild HistoryMobile. org, 925-931-4848, or at the center Bare Bones series in the 2015-2016 Dublin “Picnic Flix” Free Summer 4th of July Family Fun Fireworks Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Season: edgier pieces by contemporary Movie Series at Emerald Glen Park. Celebration July 4th, 2016 Livermore at the Pleasanton. writers. June 27, 2016; 8 p.m. Douglas Food, beverages, and snacks will be Downtown, 4pm Street Closure - Well Strung, July 8, Bankhead Theater, Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. Third St., available for purchase beginning at 9:30pm Fireworks. www.livermore- Bothwell 2400 First St., Livermore. www.bank- Hayward. $10 open seating. : (510) 7:00 PM, and movies begin at dusk. downtown.com headtheater.org or 373-6800. 881-6777; www.dmtonline.org Guests are encouraged to bring low- An Evening With…Emperor Norton, Sure to be your child’s summer highlight! These crazy An Evening with George Winston, 8 San Francisco Shakespeare Festival back chairs and/or blankets. June 24: Tuesday, July 12, 7pm. Museum on creative art lessons are taught by professional artists p.m. July 23, Firehouse Arts Center, presents The Winter’s Tale for its 34th Minions (PG); July 22: The Goonies Main Ed Kinney Speakers Series, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. season of Free Shakespeare in the (PG); August 19: Frozen (PG). For more Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad at the Bothwell Arts Center in Livermore. Each week firehousearts.org. Park. Performances in Pleasanton are information, call 925-556-4500. Avenue, Pleasanton. Tickets are $10 has a different theme, and many different media The New Christy Minstrels, July 27, July 2-17 on Saturdays and Sundays at Movies in the Park, free, all begin at general admission, $7 seniors (65+) / Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., 7:30 p.m. at Amador Valley Park. Ad- dusk. Amador Valley Community Park, students (with valid ID), $5 members. will be used. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org mission is free. For more information, 4455 Black Ave., Pleasanton. July - Tickets may be purchased online at June 27–July 1 Pirates and mermaids.* or 373-6800. call the San Francisco Shakespeare Minions, PG; July 14, Labyrinth, PG; www.museumonmain.org, at Museum John Waite, The Wooden Heart Tour, 8 Festival at (415) 558-0888 or visit July 21 - Mulan, G; July 28 - Inside on Main during regular operating hours July 18–22 Dragons and legends.* or by phoning the museum at (925) p.m. July 29. Bankhead Theater, 2400 www.sfshakes.org Out, PG; \Aug. 4 - Ant Man, PG-13; July 25–29 Superheroes and villains.* First St., Livermore. www.bankhead- 2016 Livermore Shakespeare Festival, Aug. 11 - ET the Extra Terrestrial, PG. 462-2766. For more information on the theater.org or 373-6800. The Tempest by William Shakespeare, http://cityofpleasantonca.gov Ed Kinney Speakers Series visit www. *Older students can follow their individual interests. Joni Morris Presents: A Tribute to the Jane Austen’s Persuasion, adapted by museumonmain.org or phone Museum Music Of Patsy Cline, 2 p.m. July 31. Jennifer Le Blanc. July 7 – August 7, OPERA on Main at (925) 462-2766. Space still available - call today! 925.447.ARTS Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad 2016 Preview of Persuasion on July 7, Opera in the Vineyards, 5 p.m. July 17, Livermore Shakespeare Festival’s An- Scholarships available on a limited basis. Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. Persuasion Opening Night Performance Retzlaff Vineyards, 1356 South Liver- nual Benefit Gala at Wente Vineyards, org. on July 8th. Persuasion performances more Avenue, Livermore. Casual “bring July 16, dinner, hors d’ oeuvres are July 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 23, and your own picnic” event. Sampling of and a silent auction. Fund-a-need BANKHEAD THEATER ON THE STAGE 24 with a Family Night performance on favorite arias sung by talented Bay will benefit Livermore Shakespeare BOTHWELL ARTS CENTER Preview of Livermore Shakespeare Thursday, July 7th. The Benefit Gala, Area opera singers 925-462-6964 Festival’s youth education programs. DOWNTOWN ART STUDIOS Festival’s productions of Jane Aus- Auction and Performance of Persuasion www.LivermoreValleyOpera.com At 8pm, guests watch Jane Austen’s 2466 8th St., Livermore, bothwell.lvpac.org Persuasion. Tickets and information at ten’s Persuasion and Shakespeare’s will be held on Saturday, July 16th 925.447.ARTS The Tempest. Thursday, June 16 at 5:00 PM with the performance at MISCELLANEOUS livermoreshakes.org 10 The Independent • June 16, 2016 EDUCATION

Nicole Yozzo of Pleasanton, was among the students who re- ing, humanities, management, and social and natural sciences, along elyn Natasha Hart, Kyle P. Tucker; Pleasanton: Jamaun Jody Charles, ceived the Contribution to Student Life Award at Lehigh University with broad opportunities outside of class. Cassidy Elizabeth Hager, and Brian Michael Soto. in Spring 2016 This award recognizes students who have significantly contributed to improving of the quality of student life during their Soo Young Son, of Dublin, was named to the Dean's List at The following students graduated from the University of San time at Lehigh. Criteria includes: good academic standing and specific Lehigh University in the Spring 2016 semester. Dean's List status, Diego on May 22. contributions to student life through involvement in campus activi- which is awarded to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 Brandon DeFazio of Pleasanton earned a a bachelor's degree in ties, academic initiatives, student governance, community service, or better while carrying at least 12 hours of regularly graded courses. Economics. DeFazio completed the requirements for graduation in leadership and their pursuits to support and empower their peers. January of this year. Marie McCoy-Thompson of Pleasanton, was recently initiated Meghan Hall of Dublin earned a a bachelor's degree in Interna- Oregon State University will hold its 147th commencement on into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and tional Relations and English. Hall graduated magna cum laude. Hall Saturday, June 11. most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. participated in the university's Honors Program designed to provide Local students graduating this June from Oregon State include: McCoy-Thompson was initiated at University of Southern California. smart, passionate and engaged students with challenges and oppor- Dublin: Julie M. Leonard, Bachelor of Science, Speech Com- tunities to allow them to achieve their intellectual goals. munication. An Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) student from Allison Pluschkell of Pleasanton earned a a bachelor's degree in Livermore: Joseph D. Iacono, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Livermore, will be a special presenter at Oregon Tech’s commence- Marketing. Pluschkell graduated magna cum laude. Design; Barret C. Neumayr, Bachelor of Science, Construction ment ceremony. Jeremiah Lipp will graduate with dual Bachelor of Jonathon Richardson of Pleasanton earned a a bachelor's degree Engineering Management. Science degrees in Renewable Energy Engineering and Electrical in Accountancy. Pleasanton: Ronald H. Capilla, Bachelor of Science, Construction Engineering and be featured as a graduating speaker. Christina Sarich of Pleasanton earned a a bachelor's degree in Engineering Management; Sara D. Howard, Bachelor of Science, Communication Studies. Sarich completed the requirements for Cum Laude, Business Administration, Bachelor of Science, Cum Simpson University named more than 240 students to the Dean's graduation in January of this year. Laude, Management; Kyle A. Monson, Bachelor of Science, Business List for the spring 2016 semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, a Sia Stompro of Pleasanton earned a a bachelor's degree in Be- Information Systems; Olivia R. Pipitone, Master of Public Health, student must have a semester grade-point average of 3.50 or higher. havioral Neuroscience. Public Health; Dean A. Rosenberg, Bachelor of Science, Marketing. The following local students were named to the Dean's List: Shreeram Suresh of Dublin earned a a bachelor's degree in Finance Ryan Holmes of Livermore. Holmes's major is Mathematics. and Business Economics. Suresh participated in the university's Oklahoma City University has announced that Shilpa Stanley Sierra Lout of Pleasanton. Lout's major is Psychology. Honors Program designed to provide smart, passionate and engaged of Dublin, has been named to President's Honor Roll for the Spring Aleia Villanueva of Dublin. Villanueva's major is Pre-Nursing. students with challenges and opportunities to allow them to achieve 2016 semester. Students must complete a minimum of 12 credit hours their intellectual goals. during a semester and maintain a GPA of 3.9 or higher to meet the Shubhi Badjatiya, who was raised in Pleasanton, received a $5,000 Laura Zollars of Pleasanton earned a a bachelor's degree in Com- President's Honor Roll requirements. scholarship from the Financial Women of San Francisco (FWSF) munication Studies. to help her pursue a degree in business and finance at Saint Mary’s Rachel Henderson of Pleasanton, graduted from Benedictine College. She was honored by San Francisco’s financial community Edward Achziger of Dublin, received a Bachelor of Science de- College in Atchison, Kansas, on May 14, 2016. Henderson earned a at FWSF’s Scholarship Awards Luncheon. gree in Business Administration from Marist College the weekend Bachelor of Arts in International Business. Cardinal Timothy Dolan FWSF awarded $90,000 in scholarships to 11 undergraduate of May 20. was the featured Commencement Speaker for the event. and graduate students at Bay Area colleges and universities to help further their education for careers in financial services. Of the 11 Ani Nahapetian of Pleasanton, graduated with a Bachelor of scholarship recipients, seven are graduate students who will receive Scholarship Awarded Science degree in Bioengineering from Lehigh University in Spring $10,000 each and four are undergraduate students receiving $5,000 2016. During Commencement ceremonies on May 23, 2016, Lehigh each respectively. Beyond financial support, scholarship recipients Granada High School Livermore Lions Club and conferred 1,159 bachelor's, 519 master's and 80 doctoral degrees to will also have the opportunity to be mentored by FSWF members Senior, Amy Truong, is this supports and/or donates to nearly 1,700 graduates. and attend career development and networking events. year's winner of the $500.00 local high school scholar- scholarship given annually ships, The Ronald McDonald Benedictine College has recognized those students who have dis- Of the nearly 9,900 graduates who walked across the stage during tinguished themselves academically during the last semester. Rachel San Diego State University's Commencement Ceremonies, only a to a Livermore senior by the House, Tri-Valley Haven, Henderson of Pleasanton, was recently named to the Dean's List for select group earned recognition as honors graduates. Livermore Lioness Club. Sheperd’s Gate and needy the spring semester, which ended in May. Any full time student car- Based on a 4.0 GPA scale, the distinction of summa cum laude Amy plans to pursue a degree families, veterans, and se- rying a minimum of 12 hours and a perfect 4.0 grade point average is awarded to undergraduate students with an average of at least in Biochemistry for pre-med niors throughout the year. through the spring term is named to the President's list. 3.8; magna cum laude is awarded to undergraduate students with an and hopes to eventually be- New members are wel- average of at least 3.65; and cum laude is awarded to undergraduate Noor Shahzad recently graduated from Albion College, receiving a students with an average of at least 3.5. come a neonatologist. come all year long. The next degree in international studies and a minor in economics. Shahzad is the Students earned a summa cum laude distinction include: In addition to her studies, meeting is at 6:30 p.m. at the daughter of Shahzad A. Chaudhry and Nighat Shahzad of Livermore. Katelyn Madar from Livermore received a degree in Political Amy has been the main care- Castle Rock Restaurant on Science and graduated summa cum laude. taker for her mother after she Wednesday, July 6. Kevin Silky earned a spot on the Spring 2016 Dean's List at Hope Wortham from Pleasanton received a degree in Interior suffered an Aneurysm Stroke Southern Arkansas University. Silky is a Junior Chemistry (Pre-Health Design and graduated cum laude. during Amy’s sophomore - Biochemistry) major from Dublin. Silky was one of 426 students Kara Matsune from Pleasanton received a degree in Management named to the Dean's List. To qualify, a student must complete 12 or and graduated cum laude. year. The struggles that fol- more semester hours and attain a grade point average of 3.50 or higher. Emily Diggins from Pleasanton received a degree in Nursing and lowed her mother’s rehabili- graduated magna cum laude. tation included translating Carthage College in Kenosha, Wis., has named Benjamin Morgan Emily Alberts from Pleasanton received a degree in Sociology medical and pharmaceutical of Livermore to its Dean's List for academic excellence during the and graduated magna cum laude. information between her spring 2016 semester. Dean's List honors are accorded to Carthage students who achieve a 3.5 grade-point average while carrying at Justin Edward Gibson of Pleasanton, Calif., a junior majoring parents and doctors, and least 14 credit hours during a semester. in civil engineering, was named to the Dean's List for the spring keeping the household run- 2016 semester at Clarkson University. Dean's List students must ning smoothly for her father Joshua D. Valdix of Pleasanton was named to the Spring 2016 achieve a minimum 3.25 grade-point average and also carry at least and four siblings. Dean's List at Samford University.To qualify for the dean's list, a 14 credit hours. The Livermore Lioness student must have earned a minimum 3.5 grade point average out of a possible 4.0 while attempting at least 12 credit hours of coursework. Washington State University’s President’s Honor Roll for the Club is proud to recognize Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school 2015 Spring semester have been announced. this outstanding young wom- at the end of each semester. To be eligible for the honor roll, undergraduate students must be an and help her on her way enrolled in a minimum of nine graded hours in a single term at WSU to a full and rewarding life. Paige Lommerin, Livermore, graduated from Bucknell University and earn a grade point average of 3.75 or earn a 3.50 cumulative GPA The Livermore Lioness on May 22, 2016. Located in Lewisburg, Pa., Bucknell University is based on 15 cumulative hours of graded work. Club is sponsored by the a private liberal arts university that offers majors in the arts, engineer- Local students on the list are: Livermore: Eric Alan Carnes, Joc- Amy Truong June 16, 2016 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD

(Organizations wishing to run notices Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. Elizabeth Assistance League® of Amador Valley tive Service in the Chapel and 10:00 a.m. events. 447-1848, www.trinitylivermore.org at www.lynnewood.org. in Bulletin Board, send information to PO Seton Catholic Church, 4001 Stoneridge invites all visitors to join this dedicated Traditional Service in the Sanctuary and St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care Dr., Pleasanton. Anyone who loves all group of volunteers, reaching out to those children’s program For more information Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following day Saints--Livermore Stake, Sunday of Bulletin Board or email information to things Italian is invited to meet to celebrate in need in the Tri-Valley and having fun www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: Springtown [email protected]. Include name the Italian heritage with monthly dinner doing it. Regular meetings are held on the Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire Ward 9:00 am; 1st Ward 11:00 am; 4th of organization, meeting date, time, place meetings and holding charitable events. The third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at La Scola at 447-9800. Ward 1:00 pm. 950 Mocho St: 3rd Ward and theme or subject. Phone number and group supports Children's Hospital research, Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasanton. For 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 9:00 am; 2nd Ward 11:00 am; Mocho contact person should also be included. college scholarships and other charities. more information, see our website, www. at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult 5860 Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Branch (Spanish) 12:20 pm. 8203 Village Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) For information, contact Judy Wellbeloved, amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, e-mail worship service. AWANA children's program Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to www. Parkway, Dublin: Tri-Valley Young Single Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at Adult Ward 1:30 pm. president, 462-2487. assistanceleagueamadorvalley@yahoo. Food Preservation, presentation, 11 Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. (831) 278-1916. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- a.m. to noon on June 18 at Asbury United ClutterLess Self Help Support Group, com, or call (925) 461-6401. Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Sunday Methodist Church; 4743 East Ave; Liver- nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, support Depression and Bipolar Support Alli- Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Pleas- more. Presented by FertileGround Works group for people with difficulty discarding ance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets Wednes- Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.org on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. anton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at 3574 Garden of Grace - free to the public. unwanted possessions. Cluttering is a days 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's Episcopal Congregation Beth Emek, Center for Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: Sunday Lunafest®, a film festival dedicated psychological issue, not an organizing Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton (not Reform, Jewish Learning, Prayer and Com- a.m. All are most welcome to come and 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton to promoting awareness about women's issue. New meeting location: Parkview,100 affiliated with the church. Information at munity in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, worship with us and to enjoy our hospitality. 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 6100 Paseo issues, highlighting women filmmakers, and Valley Avenue (main entrance), 2nd Floor www.dbsalliance.org/pleasanton or contact Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi For more information call the church office Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: Sunday 9:30 bringing women together in their communi- Activity Room, Pleasanton. Mondays except chapter leader, Al Pereira, 462-6415. Dr. Lawrence Milder, www.bethemek.org. 925-462-4802. a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. ties, will be hosted by Tri-Valley Haven at some holidays 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Come Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church John Knox Presbyterian Church, the Vine Cinema & Ale House in Livermore or call a volunteer at 925)289-5356 or to new and established residents of the the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Summer Sunday 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship on June 22, 2016. VIP Reception with film- 925-922-1467. More information at: www. Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith services with Rev. Andrew Lobban: 9:30 am service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for maker Anna Schumacher at Zephyr’s Grill clutterlesseastbay.org first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or Eucharist with music (child care for children ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education at 1736 First Street in Livermore from 5:30 Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Club. on the second Wednesday of the month, EastBaySecularJews.org. 5 and under provided). The two service Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group p.m. to 7 p.m.,followed by Lunafest at the Feed your wonder about the Night Sky and Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, First Church of Christ, Scientist, schedule, Godly Play and Youth Group Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth Vine Cinemas, at 1722 First Street from 7-9 the Cosmos by joining us on the 3rd Friday family activities, and monthly adult socials. Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. programs will resume on September 18. group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. p.m. Tickets are $15 student, $25 general, of the Month for our club meeting. Unitarian Information, call 925-215-8405 or visit Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is Little Brown Church, United Church jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. $40 VIP. All proceeds from Lunafest® will Universalist Church, 1893 N. Vasco Rd., www.PleasantonNewcomers.com held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 Livermore Quakers: Unprogrammed and reading room are located at Third and a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. worship, Mondays at 7pm, 1886 College benefit Tri-Valley Haven and the Breast Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. talk Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy N Streets. The Reading Room, which is littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 Ave. (United Christian Church). More Cancer Fund. starts at 7:30 pm. For more info visit us @ Support Group meets every fourth Tuesday open to the public, features books, CDs and Pathway Community Church, 6533 information: [email protected] "Trains for Autism" fundraiser will be http://www.trivalleystargazers.org/ of the month at 10 a.m. in the third floor magazines for sale. For information, call Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship or (925) 315-7170. held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., July Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social movie room at Heritage Estates Retirement (925) 447-2946. Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors 17. The event is a showcase of a model group of retired men who join together to Community. The address is 900 E. Stanley Sunset Community Church, 2200 adult programs. Biblically based practical St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) – railroad train empire. Over 1100 feet of better enjoy their leisure time. Activities Blvd., Livermore All are welcome. Contacts Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship messages, nondenominational. All are 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925-906- track, 150 structures, 300 people, 4 towns, include golf, bridge, photography, travel, are: Sandra Grafrath 443-6655 or Lee service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service starts welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. 9561 stfrancisanglican.church. 14 trains and so much more. Kids of all fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technology. Parlett 292-9280. at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's church org (925) 829-4793. St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 ages love trains, and kids on the Autism The Tri-Valley Branch serves men living in DBE Daughters of the British Empire, provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 Rincon Ave., Livermore. www, smbclive.com spectrum seem to have a certain fascina- Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, and San Ra- John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Chapter in of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. worship or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. Worship tion for them. There will be games for mon. The group meets for lunch on the first the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 a.m. on the program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, service. Bible Study/Sunday School 10:20. services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday family the kids, lunch and refreshments will be Thursday of each month at the San Ramon 3rd Thursday of every month at Castlewood call 447-6282. Bible Basics Class, which explores the Bible school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study and provided, and great raffle prizes donated Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Lane, San Ramon. Country Club. DBE was founded in 1909 Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday main teachings of the Bible, meets at 7:00 youth ministry, Wednesday 7 p.m. Feed the by local businesses. A $30 donation per Please read more about the Tri-Valley SIR and is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email homeless, Saturday 11 a.m. Prayer, 6 p.m. family is requested. 1664 Lodestone Road, at http://sirs34.org/ and the Statewide made up of women of British or British more. Information, 447-8840. [email protected] for more info. weekdays. Livermore. SIR at www.sirinc.org/. For information Commonwealth heritage and ancestry with Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives away 27th Annual Nostalgia Day Car Show, or to attend a meeting, call Rich Osborne a focus on charity and fellowship. Those S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don clothing and other items every Monday worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. adult 10-12. Donations are also accepted on Altamont Cruisers Car Club, Sunday, 925-785-3549. interested in helping with “the cause," & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday Bible study/Sunday school. For information, 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 Mondays between 10-12. 4418 E. Avenue, Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a group for September 25, 2016, 9:00 a.m-4:00 p.m. enjoying social activities, and forming long- call 925-447-1246. a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday Livermore. Downtown Livermore. Opening ceremonies retired men who seek activities to enhance lasting friendships, contact Edith Caponigro Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 Worship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary Christ Church (a nondenominational begin at 9:00 a.m. Parade of Champions at their retirement. Monthly meetings feature at 925-998-3500 or Jenny Whitehouse at East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Sunday aged children go to Kid’s Church following evangelical church formerly meeting in 3:30 p.m. www.altamontcruisers.org lunch and an interesting speaker. Men have 925-484-1273 for additional information. worship. Information 447-1950. worship, nursery available; Wednesday 7 Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho Grief workshop, Although there is no the opportunity to learn about and join American Legion Post 237, is looking Calvary Chapel Livermore, meetings p.m. - Back to the Point Bible Study; all Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., right or wrong path, there are stepping activities such as hiking, bridge, invest- for new members, Meetings are the second Sundays at 10 a.m. Robert Livermore Com- ages; Friday 7 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; stones that are part of each grief journey. ment, bowling, bocce ball and wood carving. Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Vet- munity Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. the dining hall; 925-449-4848. Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 Eight (8) Thursday nights at 7:30 pm June There is also a neat group of guys to get to erans Hall, 301 Main St., Pleasanton. Bring (925) 447-4357 - www.calvarylivermore. Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 a.m. Fall adult education course: “Human 23, July 14, 28 and Aug. 11, 25 at St. know. SIR Branch #121 meets on the 4th a copy of discharge document DD-214 to a org. Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. Sexuality: Biblical and Theological Perspec- Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Tuesday of each month at the DoubleTree meeting. Mailing address is Amer. Leg. Post Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 925- tives,” taught by Robert W. Evans (Ph.D. in Drive, Pleasanton. No pre-registration is Hotel, Las Flores Road (near Bluebell Drive), 237, P.O. Box 823, Pleasanton, Ca. 94566. non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday 227-1301. www.thecrossing.org clinical psychology and Ph.D. in systematic necessary. Sessions open to all regardless Livermore, at 11:30. Any retired man is Toastmasters - Livermore Lunch school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Meet- theology). visit: www.christchurch-trivalley. of religious affiliation. Please call Eleanor welcome to drop by to learn about your Bunch meets Mondays at noon, conference a.m. All are welcome. 447-3428. ing at Altamont Creek Elementary School, org or call 925.846.0665. Flatley at 925-846-8708. opportunities. For more information check room, 2157 First St., Livermore. Learn to Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 6500 Garaventa Ranch Road, Livermore. Unity of Tri-Valley - 7567 Amador Valley Valley Bonsai Society will present its our website: branch121.sirinc2.org or email develop communication and leadership Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, Services at 10:00 a.m. Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 am Sunday 8th annual show at Alden Lane Nursery on Neal Cavanaugh at nealfcavanaugh@att. skills in a supportive environment that fos- services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Cedar Grove Community Church, 2021 service. Rev. Micah Murdock, minister. All Sat. and Sun., June 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. net (put “SIR” in the subject line). ters self-confidence and personal growth. a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. College Ave., Livermore. Worship Services 9 are welcome. Children's program available. org/ All are welcome. a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www.cedargrove.org or Ongoing groups and activities. www.trival- to 4 p.m. at 981 Alden Lane in Livermore. Eric's Corner is a free support group for www.livermoretoastmasters.org. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 call 447-2351. leyunity.org (925.829.2733). people who are dealing with a diagnosis of A bonsai expert will be on hand each day VFW Post 7265, Livermore, invites Vet- Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School 9:15 Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palomino GraceWay Church will worship at 10 at 1:00 pm to demonstrate the complete Epilepsy. Everyone is invited to attend these erans of Foreign Wars, all military branches, a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Women's Bible Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www.jewishtri- a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary School, styling of a tree from start to finish. The meetings. Meetings are held at 5725 W. Las to join the group. Any age veteran welcome study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory valley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. 1454 Santa Rita Road, this spring and finished Bonsai tree will be raffled. For ad- Positas Blvd., second floor, Pleasanton. We to meetings held 1st and 3rd Mondays, prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Senior Lynnewood United Methodist Church summer while it’s new home is being re- ditional information, please contact Charles meet from 6:30 -8;00 on the third Thursday 522 South L St., Livermore. Camaraderie, adult ministries meet every other month. at 4444 Black Ave. offers a friendly con- furbished and updated. GraceWay services Harder at [email protected] of each month. For more information please support, connections, advocacy, distinction Call the office at 846-8650 for more gregation where all are welcome. Summer include band-led worship music as well as Widowed Men and Women of Northern visit us at ericscorner.org and community service. Meetings on the information. worship schedule begins on June 12th with choir anthems. Sunday School is offered CA., une 24, 1 p.m. lunch in Livermore, Pleasanton Lions Club welcomes 1st Monday begin at 7:30 p.m. and on the Trinity Church, 557 Olivina Ave. Liver- one morning traditional service at 9:30 to infants, preschoolers and elementary RSVP by June 22 to Gloria, 846-8320. June visitors to come experience a great time 3rd Monday at 8 p.m. Information, call more. Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m., and one evening contemporary service through high school students. GraceWay 26, 1 p.m. brunch in Livermore, RSVP by while making a difference in our community 455-5039. a.m., and Sunday School and Bible study at 5:30 p.m. Childcare is provided at the will move to its new home at 1183 Quarry June 23 to Harriett, 447-8229. June 30, 1 & beyond. Dinner meetings every 2nd & 4th for all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday 9:30 a.m. service. Contact Rev. Heather Lane later this year. For information about p.m. lunch in Fremont, RSVP by June 27 to Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. Check RELIGION at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday night there is adult Hammer at 846-0221, send an email to GraceWay,, see www.graceway.faith or Vickie, 510-656-1166. the website for meeting location: Pleasan- First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth Bible study, youth activities and children's [email protected] or visit our website call (925 Italian Catholic Federation, meets 3rd ton. www.pleasantonlionsclub.org Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contempla- choir at 6:30 p.m. Child care during all 12 The Independent • June 16, 2016 Milestones MILITARY UNCLE Credit Union Announces Election of Board Leaders UNCLE Credit Union elected Board Chairman Chung experience in strategic planning, business operations and Bothwell and Vice Chairman Randy Werner to oversee the financial management. financial cooperative for the 2016-2017 term in its mission In addition to Bothwell and Werner’s re-election as key of promoting the financial success of its members. Bothwell officers of the board, UNCLE elected its former Board Sec- begins her eighth term in this principal role and was elected retary Lee Neely as Treasurer for the 2016-2017 term. Mila by unanimous consent, as was Vice Chairman Randy Werner. Shapovalov, who has served as a director on the board since As veteran officers that have both served in various capaci- 2014 and a member of UNCLE’s Supervisory Committee ties on the board for more than two decades, Bothwell and since 2013, succeeds Neely as Secretary. Board Directors Werner are an integral part of a stable leadership team that Bob Corey and John D. Freeman, Jr. also retained their seats has guided the credit union on its path of continued growth for a third consecutive term as Hugh Bussell was named the while ensuring its financial security. board’s newest member. “Both Randy and I are fortunate to serve with a group of Former senior police executive Mark Weiss, who served individuals who share a deep understanding of the needs of with the Livermore Police Department for 34 years, was also our members, and of the importance of putting the financial re-elected as Chairman of UNCLE’s Supervisory Commit- well-being of members first in all major decisions,” said tee. Weiss will continue to work in collaboration with other Bothwell, who holds an advanced law degree and Master Committee members to safeguard the accuracy of the credit of Business Administration and has more than 33 years of union’s financial statements and soundness of its operating policies and procedures. Roadrunner Transportation Systems to Locate to Marathon Center Tim Darlington Marathon Business Center in Livermore will be the new warehouse in the Marathon Business Center in Livermore at Tim Darlington home for Roadrunner Transportation Systems that will oc- 7600 Patterson Pass Road. This location is unique as there cupy an 86,700 square foot build-to-suit that’s scheduled to are few industrial centers in the San Francisco East Bay Serving in the Navy be completed in October 2016. area that have the capacity for tractor trailer maneuvering, Scannell Properties is currently developing the modern loading and staging along with modern building amenities By Lt. Robert Kearley, like ESFR fire suppression system, cross-dock capability, Navy Office of Community Outreach Public Affairs separate employee parking and extensive trailer parking. A 2005 Valley Christian High School graduate and Liver- Hope Hospice Adds Board Member Headquartered in Cudahy, Wisconsin, Roadrunner is a more native is serving in the U.S. Navy with Commander leading asset-light transportation and logistics service pro- Fleet Activities Sasebo (CFAS). Ellie Lange, a long-time resident of the Tri-Valley, has vider offering a comprehensive suite of global supply chain Petty Officer 3rd Class Tim Darlington is a personnel been elected to the Hope Hospice Board of Directors. She solutions, including customized and expedited less-than- specialist serving with the Personnel Support Detachment joins the 15-member board, each of whom is elected to a truckload, truckload logistics, intermodal solutions, freight at Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo, operating out of two-year term, up to three consecutive two-year terms. consolidation, inventory management, expedited services, air Sasebo, Japan. “Ellie has been an active volunteer in the local community freight, international freight forwarding, customs brokerage, A Navy personnel specialist serves as the expert in pay and has assumed leadership roles with business and civic and transportation management solutions. entitlements, allowances, administrative requirements, and organizations,” says Craig Eicher, president of the Hope “We are very pleased to be developing a build-to-suit processing for all incoming and outgoing sailors. Hospice Board of Directors. “That, along with her business facility for this national company,” said Todd Berryhill, “I like helping sailors to maximize their pay and award skills, makes her a wonderful resource for Hope Hospice, Director, and Scannell Properties. “We’re excited for the entitlements, ensuring they receive what they deserve to be the community and the families we serve,” he adds. opportunity to deliver Roadrunner a modern building that paid,” said Darlington. Currently the owner and manager of several commercial meets their specific needs.” With more than 50 percent of the world's shipping ton- properties in Dublin and Pleasanton, Lange has an extensive nage and a third of the world's crude oil passing through the residential and commercial real estate background in market- region, the United States has historic and enduring interests ing, sales, training, management and office ownership. Her in this part of the world. The Navy's presence in Sasebo is late husband Jim Lange was a pioneer in the development, part of that long-standing commitment. building and growth of Dublin’s commercial community. necew fa s Including the forward deployed ships, Fleet Activities Sasebo is home to more than 25 commands, and more than “In the early days, Hope Hospice’s office was in a building The following children were born at Stanford Health-ValleyCare that my husband developed and built. At the end of his life, in Pleasanton: 5,900 military members and their families as part of the Hope Hospice was there to guide us through a very difficult A daughter, April 23, to Shannon Lee French and Derrick Forward Deployed Naval Forces. time,” says Lange.” We’ve come full circle with Hope Hos- Hayes of Tracy “Forward deployed means always being on the ready, pice, so my heart is with this organization and I am pleased A son, April 7, to Amber Lynn Hobdy and Nicholas Ostrander while sometimes working in less than desirable circum- to be able to make a contribution to the community through of Dublin stances with limited resources to get the job done,” said A son, April 7, to Jessica and Colin Kinlund of Livermore Darlington. serving on the board.” A daughter, May 8, to Neha and Yogesh Singhal of Pleasanton A graduate of Sonoma State University, Lange has lived A son, April 26, to Stephanie Stemplewski and Joseph Hagen “Serving in the Navy has taught me new skills, expanding in Danville for the past 27 years. Prior to that, she lived in of Dublin upon my college education and broadening my understand- Pleasanton for 24 years. She has four adult children, all of A son, April 11, to Thayara Abibe Zeuss and George Zeuss ing of the world at-large,” said Darlington. whom live in California with their families. Hiller of Dublin