VOLUME XLV, NUMBER 21 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2008 Council Votes to Oppose Prop. 98 The Pleasanton City Council quest by residents of Vineyard we move, then the sky is the limit The council asked City Attor- project that financially impacts voted to oppose Proposition 98 Villa mobile home park for the when it comes to rents.” Perkins ney Michael Roush to comment a neighbor. For example, if a de- and support for Proposition 99. council to take a stand in oppo- refers to a provision in the initia- on the issue. He stated that 98 velopment were turned down Both are eminent domain initia- sition to Proposition 98. In ad- tive that would not allow a rent changes the procedures for the because of its impacts on the tives on the June 3 ballot. dition to those who spoke, resi- increase until current residents use of eminent domain. It pro- neighbors, the owner could claim The vote was unanimous. dents wearing red shirts were in moved out of a dwelling. It would hibits condemnation of private that the benefit of his land was The discussion of the propo- the audience to demonstrate also make it more difficult for property if the land were then transferred to the neighbors de- sitions had not been scheduled. their support of the request. moble home owners to sell their turned over to a private devel- valuing his land or representing However, the council was unani- Carol Perkins noted that units. oper. It also eliminates rent con- a reverse taking. The city would Print by Edmee Keele mous in placing the discussion backers of Proposition 98 are Sharon Ward predicted that trol provisions. In Pleasanton, the have to compensate the land- as an emergency item on the spending millions under the passage of Proposition 98 would city’s agreements with mobile owner who made that claim. agenda. A four-fifths vote was re- guise of reforming eminent do- create more homeless people in home owners include rent con- The alternative supported by Memorial Day quired. main. Hidden deep in the initia- Pleasanton. Seniors on social se- trol provisions. the council was Proposition 99. There are no more council tive is the elimination of rent curity, young people starting out, Another aspect of the propo- Roush described it as an attempt Weekend meetings scheduled between now control in California. That im- and those living on low or fixed sition would impact local land to change some of the objections and the election. pacts mobile home residents and incomes would not be able to af- use planning. A city could not to the use of eminent domain. Activities Set The decision followed a re- all renters. “We are okay until ford the higher rents. approve a development or (See PROPOSITION, page 4) The Memorial Day Weekend is a time to remember those who served this country in the military. It is also a time to gather with Pleasanton Schools family and friends. Many special events are planned for the week- end. Look At Stronger SPECIAL CEREMONIES: Livermore Veterans of Foreign Effort to End Bias Wars Post 7265 will host Memo- rial Day ceremonies at three Liv- A stronger effort to promote specific in its language to get the ermore cemeteries on Mon., May various kinds of diversity in the point across that even uncon- 26. Pleasanton school district is be- scious bias among district teach- Each ceremony will last ap- ing advocated by school board ers and staff has to be held in proximately 30 minutes. The first member Chris Grant and a dis- check. one will begin at 10 a.m. at trict committee. The global orientation Roselawn Cemetery, 1240 No. Liv- Grant and the district’s global committee’s proposed language ermore Ave. At 11 a.m., the sec- orientation committee spoke up talks about continuing work to ond ceremony will take place at at the two most recent board meet- “address equity to ensure that stu- St. Michael’s Cemetery, 3885 East ings with recommendations dents and staff of all back- Ave. The final ceremony will be about how the district could grounds feel comfortable, wel- at 11:30 a.m. at Memory Gardens launch a strong effort to make come and successful in the orga- Cemetery, 3873 East Ave. people of all backgrounds feel nization.” Grant suggested that Attending the ceremonies will more welcome, and educate stu- could be changed to “develop be American Gold Star Mothers, dents and teachers about diver- and train faculty and teachers on Blue Star family members, Rev. Bill sity in life. the techniques to foster broad- Nebo of the First Presbyterian During a board discussion of based inclusion and manage un- Church in Livermore, Father Ray the district’s goals at the meet- conscious bias.” Saca of St. Michael’s Catholic ing May 13, Grant said that he Grants added, “Even in the Church of Livermore, Children of Photo - Doug Jorgensen felt one of the announced goals best organizations, there is a need the American Revolution, Travis Air Force Base Color Guard, Liv- The twins are (from left) Robert Nilsen, Christopher Nilsen, Madeline Pruneda, Catherine could be made stronger and more (See BIAS, page 4) ermore Police Department Color Pruneda, Danielle Delledera, Rebekah Delledera, Renee Lind, Taylor Lind, Sarah Bachleda, and Guard, Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Emily Bachleda. Department, Livermore Scout Troop 924, and the VFW firing Friendship Center to squad. The public is invited and en- St. Michael’s Bids Farewell to Ten Twins Suspend Operations couraged to attend. By Patricia Koning twins attending St. Michael’s, Got a problem with homework? The Livermore Area Recre- adult day care program for those Twins represent only about 3% the experience is even more in- Your twin might know the answer. ation and Park District Board of 50 and older, provides socializa- In Pleasanton, the Veterans of of the babies born in the United tense because the school only Foreign Wars Post 6298 and Miss a day of school? If your twin Directors voted to suspend op- tion, recreation and stimulation in American Legion Post 327 will States. However, at St. Michael’s has one class per grade level. was there, he or she can catch you eration of the Friendship Center a safe, supervised, state-licensed conduct a Memorial Day Service Catholic School, it’s a different That means the twins shared ev- up. of July 1, 2008. The current di- environment while giving respite on Mon., May 26 at 11 a.m. It will story. In the fall of 1999, five sets ery single class until sixth grade, “You always have someone to rector of the Friendship Center to families. The program has a take place at the Pleasanton Pio- of twins started kindergarten to- when some were assigned dif- play with or eat lunch with,” says will be retained for another year capacity of 27 participants per neer Cemetery, 5700 Block, Sunol gether in a class of just 38 stu- ferent math classes. Robert Nilsen. to lead a community effort to re- day, but has recently been get- dents. This June, the twins and “I’ve tried to calculate the But with that closeness comes ting an average of only 13 partici- (See MEMORIAL DAY, page 10) sume a senior and adult day care their 28 other classmates will odds of five sets of twins land- some disadvantages. “You can service in the Livermore area on pants most days because of un- graduate eighth grade. ing in the same class,” says Jo- never keep secrets. Your twin a long-term basis. certainty about the program’s fu- “We were very excited when seph Nilsen, father of Robert and goes everywhere you go and The unanimous vote of the ture. they started school here,” says St. Christopher. “I’m a physicist and knows every single thing that board came after a last ditch ef- The Center has shared Michael’s principal Sister I can tell you it’s a pretty com- happened to you all day long,” fort to save the program was Sonoma School with the Liver- Emmanuel. “It’s been a real treat.” plicated problem. The answer is says Ranee Lind. deemed too costly. more Valley Charter School. The Twins have an unusual exist- much greater than a million to Catherine Pruneda adds, The final day of service will school district allowed the pro- ence. With shared genetics and ex- one.” “Sometimes you get sick of your be June 18, with the lease ending gram to use the site rent free. periences from birth, it’s a sibling There are definite advantages twin, but you love them all the June 30. The school plans to expand bond unlike any other. For the to being a twin at St. Michael’s. (See TWINS, page 2) The Friendship Center, an (See FRIENDSHIP, page 4) Questions Answered on Sandia Honors Young Women For Financing Plans for Theater Excellence in The Livermore City Council the projected increase in the tax will consider a report on the pro- increment? There was also a Math and Science posed financing for a regional the- concern about the rising cost of By Patricia Koning ater in downtown Livermore at a construction materials and Last week, Sandia National Photo - Doug Jorgensen special meeting tonight, Thurs., whether the projected cost of Laboratories paid tribute to 20 Bagpipe bands were among May 22. construction took that into con- high school girls from Livermore, the participants in last The Livermore Chamber of sideration. Dublin, Pleasanton, Tracy, and weekend's Scottish Games in Commerce hosted a meeting Len Alexander, executive di- Manteca for their excellence in Livermore. Other traditional Monday to hear some of the de- rector of the Livermore Valley math and science. The girls were events, such as highland tails of the finance plan. Performing Arts Center (LVPAC), chosen by the math and science There were questions raised at also provided information on the teachers at their schools. dancing were part of the The goal of the event is to festivities. In addition, history the Chamber meeting about who potential benefits of a regional theater. LVPAC is the developer both recognize the girls for their re-enactment groups would back a letter of credit, how academic achievements and en- entertained visitors. theaters in other cities worked, and of the theater, which is estimated courage them to pursue careers what happens if the projected to have between 1900 and 2000 in math and science. In atten- housing were not built in the seats. dance were Paul Hommert, Delta Conservation downtown redevelopment area. Alexander said that Sandia/California Vice Presi- What impact would that have on (See THEATER, page 4) dent; Pat Smith, director of Cali- Planning Underway fornia site operations; and Corey Knapp, director of national se- A comprehensive conserva- curity engineering. tion plan for the Sacramento-San Fat Cells Established In his remarks, Hommert Joaquin Delta is underway in an noted that math and science are effort to both recover endangered During Teenage Years difficult fields. “Sometimes fish species and address water- searchers develop new pharma- you’ll fail. However, I am confi- supply reliability for the state. The number of fat cells in a dent that if you take on chal- More than 2.3 million residents human’s body, whether lean or ceuticals to battle obesity as lenges in math and science, it in the Livermore-Amador Valley, obese, is established during the well as the accompanying dis- will give you great confidence the Fremont area and Santa Clara teenage years. Changes in fat eases such as high blood pres- and will help you succeed down County are affected. mass in adulthood can be attrib- sure and diabetes. the road,” he said. Last week California Depart- uted mainly to changes in fat cell A new study by Lawrence Photo - Doug Jorgensen Each awardee is paired with a ment of Water Resources and the volume, not an increase in the ac- Livermore National Laboratory The Livermore Farmers' Market moved to its summer location Sandia hostess who works in the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation tual number of fat cells. scientist Bruce Buchholz - along at Carnegie Park last week bringing shoppers out looking for field of math or science. The kicked off the environmental re- These results could help re- (See FAT CELLS, page 3) (See SANDIA, page 6) view process for the Bay Delta fresh produce. Conservation Plan (BDCP) with a series of statewide public PET OF THE WEEK scoping meetings. Joey Ramone is everything his name implies- a true Zone 7 Water Agency, the Inside rock star! He’s only about a year old and a bit of a wild water wholesaler for Livermore, man; he’s very smart and curious, a bit of a risk taker. Pleasanton, Dublin and Anne Homan ...... 7 Roundup...... 3 He would do best as an only cat in a house where he Dougherty Valley, relies on the Art & Entertainment...... 10 Short Notes...... 14 Delta to convey about 80 percent can live the rockstar life. To party with Ramone, visit of its water supply. It is among Bulletin Board...... 6 Sports...... 8 Valley Humane Society at 3670 Nevada Street in Pleasanton. Visit the web site www.valleyhumane.org, East and South Bay water agen- Classifieds...... 11 Obituaries...... 7 cies serving 2.3 million people or call 925.426.8656. The Wiggle Waggle Dog Wash is receiving State Water Project Editorial...... 4 Open Homes...... 12 Saturday, June 7th from Noon to 4PM- bring your (See DELTA, page 3) Mailbox...... 5 pooch to VHS for a run through the rinse cycle. PAGE 2 - The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 Las Positas College Has Co-Valedictorians Christian Blanco and mained in the Philippines. Katherine Holland were named Over the next few years, the co-valedictorians at Las Positas business slipped dramatically to College in a formal announce- the point that they had to sell ment made last week when the their home to keep the boys in college saluted its outstanding private school. students at its annual awards cer- “The prioritized education emony. They will address the above all. They wanted a real graduation ceremony on Friday, good education for all of us and May 30 at 6 p.m. The ceremony they sacrificed so much,” Chris- will be held in the physical edu- tian said. cation complex. They finally came to the Katherine and Christian took United States in 2005 and Chris- dramatically different paths to tian enrolled in Las Positas in the the valedictorian honor, but both spring of 2006. Initially, he took will be at the University of Cali- a beginning English class and fornia, Berkeley this fall. Chris- pre-calculus and learned he tian already has sent his enroll- could compete at Las Positas. ment to Cal, while Katherine se- Since then, he has flourished lected Cal over UCLA. Christian as a math major. He plans to ma- also was accepted to UCLA and jor in operations research and UC San Diego. obtain his masters. While at Las Katherine grew up in Castro Positas, he has been active in the Valley and was home-schooled Christian Blanco and Katherine Holland will speak at honor society and student gov- by her mother through high graduation ceremonies at Las Positas. ernment, while also juggling his school. Christian, by contrast, part-time jobs. He also serves grew up in the Philippines and ible source of strength and com- that require examining your own with Youth for Christ. immigrated here with his family fort for me,” Katherine added. position and others as well. Looking at his time at Las in 2005, settling in Dublin. Holland plans to pursue a Paul Torres, a faculty member, Positas, Christian cited faculty Holland worked her way bachelor’s degree in political sci- said, “After her mom passed member Randy Taylor as his No. through significant adversity ence and then work for a non- away, her youthful world was 1 mentor, who opened his eyes during her two years at Las profit or earn a law degree and turned upside down by emo- to the possibility of scholarships. Positas. Her mom, Debra, was di- work as a legal consultant to an tional turmoil. Yet, she remains He’s received a combination of a agnosed with a neurological dis- elected official. She would like confident in herself and her abili- merit-based and financial-need ease just after Katherine com- to run for local elected office or ties and is emerging even stron- based scholarship to Cal. pleted her senior year. She was state Assembly. ger and more successful. His honors project, working bed-bound for the last year of her During the awards ceremony, “She probably has taught me with Dr. Mike Ansell on green life and passed away in March. she received the Rotary Club of as much, if not more, than I’ve chemistry, is another memorable Katherine was her primary the Livermore Valley’s Student taught her; how, at such a young time for Blanco at Las Positas. caregiver afternoons and week- of the Year Award and a scholar- age, she’s been able to deal with Blanco’s parents, Danny and ends while attending Las Positas. ship that went with it. She re- one of life’s greatest challenges, Victoria Blanco, now live in She also held two jobs, working ceived two other scholarships as the death of her mom. Hayward. as a nanny and a piano teacher. well. Katherine’s courage, strength “Christian has grown tremen- “She was my best friend, my Looking back at her time at and spirit are a legacy of her dously since coming to Las mentor. We have a real close rela- Las Positas, she commented, “I mom.” Positas College, both as a student tionship and she fostered my love like it that you can build personal Blanco, the youngest of three and as a student leader. I have for learning and my curiosity,” relationships with teachers and brothers, grew up in the Philip- enjoyed immensely working with Holland said. counselors. And the honors pro- pines attending private schools. him and watching his growth. “My mom was very outgoing gram I was able to pursue and His parents applied to come to His story is truly one of attaining and brought a smile to everyone’s then present at Stanford was America in 1990 and, after 13 the American Dream,” said face after she talked to them. great.” years, were given the opportu- Cynthia Ross, Student Life Ad- That’s my goal,” she said. She also cited the small class nity. At the time, their business visor/Psychology Faculty. “My dad has been an incred- sizes that facilitate discussions was doing well and they re- TWINS Pleasanton to Award Character (continued from page one) The Pleasanton Community Community of Character pro- of Character Collaborative will gram, will recognize a citizen same.” have formed their own chapter hold a special luncheon Thurs- each year who consistently dis- According to Sister of “Mothers of Twins” right at day, May 29, to announce the plays sensitivity to relevant so- Emmanuel, the other students in the school. “It’s been nice being winner of the recently estab- cial issues and exhibit the kinds their classes complain sometimes around other parents who are lished Juanita Haugen Award. of behaviors the Collaborative about not having a partner. “The having the same experience,” The Collaborative will also advocates: Responsibility, Com- other kids say we’re lucky,” says says Nilsen. “When they are introduce a new campaign de- passion, Self Discipline, Honesty, Taylor Lind. “They say we have young, people tend to think of signed to encourage Pleasanton Respect and Integrity. twin telepathy.” the kids as ‘the twins’ rather than organizations to become an “Or- Information is available at Twin telepathy, or “it’s a twin as individuals, so it’s been fun ganization of Character” www.communityofcharacter.org. thing” is something this group seeing their personalities In addition, there will be an The new “Organization of hears a lot. “If you ever say some- emerge.” address by Clay Roberts, Senior Character” campaign is aimed at thing at the same time as each For the twins, entering high Trainer at the Search Institute en- businesses and non-profit orga- other, or even use the same school next year will be a big titled “Developing An Asset nizations in Pleasanton. To ap- phrase, everyone shouts ‘twin change. Most are heading to dif- Building Community - What it ply, an organization must explain Means to You, Your Organization thing’,” says Catherine. ferent high schools—the Nilsens how it demonstrates one or more and Our Community. of the Community of Character Over the years, teachers have and Bachledas will attend Liver- The City of Pleasanton, The used hairstyles, clothing colors, more High School, the Linds will traits, attend a Community of Pleasanton Unified School Dis- Character workshop and agree to and seating charts to keep the attend Granada High School, the trict and The Pleasanton Cham- advertise the Community of twins straight. While only Emily Prunedas will attend Hayward’s ber of Commerce are also ex- Character logo. and Sarah Bachleda are identi- Moreau Catholic High School, pected to provide updates about “To be a Community of Char- cal, most of the other twins have and the Dellederas will attend their Character activities. acter, we need organizations similar enough appearances to be Oakland’s Bishop O’Dowd The luncheon starts at 11:30 within our community dedicated confusing. Catholic High School. a.m. at the Hilton Pleasanton at to exemplifying the 6 character Daniella and Rebekah In general, they are looking the Club, 7050 Johnson Drive, traits, said Ellen Pensky McGraw, Delledera laugh when they re- forward to high school but will Pleasanton. Cost is $40 per per- president of the Community of member switching identities for miss St. Michael’s, which they de- son. Character Collaborative. a substitute in third grade, a trick scribe as a second home. “We The Haugen Civic Engage- Organization of Character that their parents learned about won’t have all the same classes,” ment Award, named in honor of applications may be obtained at from their older sibling. says Taylor. “It will be a chance Pleasanton Unified School Dis- www.communityofcharacter.org, The experience also has been to be my own person.” trict Board Member Juanita the school district, City Clerk unique for the parents, who could Haugen and co-founder of the and at the Chamber Office. The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 - PAGE 3 FAT CELLS VALLEY ROUNDUP (continued from page one) with colleagues from the problem by enhancing the risks hood. The group looked at Energy Tax Credits ing 10,000 acre feet of State Water Project Water, Karolinska Institute in Sweden; for cardiovascular diseases and whether the number of fat cells Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) ap- roughly enough to serve 20,000 households for Humboldt University Berlin, metabolic disorders such as type changes under extreme condi- plauded the House Ways and Means Committee a full year. The loss is on top of approximately Foundation of Research and 2 diabetes. According to the Cen- tions such as drastic weight loss for passing legislation that will extend Invest- 25,000 acre feet of water that is being cut from Technology in Greece; ters for Disease Control and Pre- by radical reduction in caloric ment and Production Tax Credits. These tax cred- state deliveries due to this year’s dry weather. Karolinska University Hospital; vention, the prevalence of over- intake, such as through bariatric its have led to the growing use and production Zone 7 has had to dip further into existing re- and Stockholm University - ap- weight and obesity has increased surgery. The treatment resulted of renewable energy like wind, solar and geo- serve storage than it would otherwise have had plied radioactive carbon-14 to sharply for both adults and chil- in a significant decrease in BMI thermal. McNerney was one of the sponsors of to do to meet the demand in a dry year. DNA to discover that the number dren since the 1970s. Data from and fat cell volume; however, it the measure. An average family of three uses about 350 to of fat cells stays constant in adult- two National Health and Nutri- did not reduce the number of fat The legislation, H.R. 6049, The Energy and 450 gallons of water per day irrigating landscape. hood in lean and obese individu- tion Examination surveys show cells two years after the surgery. Tax Extenders Act of 2008, passed the Ways and Zone 7 has conservation tips and other informa- als, even after marked weight that among adults aged 20-74 Similarly, significant weight gain Means Committee today by a vote of 25-12. tion on such things as drought tolerant land- loss, indicating that the number years the prevalence of obesity (15-25 percent) over several Specifically, as it relates to the renewable en- scaping and rebates for water saving appliances of fat cells is set during child- increased from 15 percent (in the months in non-obese adult men ergy tax credits, the bill will: extend the invest- on its website, www.zone7water.com. hood and adolescence. 1976-80 survey) to 32.9 percent resulted in significant increase in ment tax credit (ITC) for solar energy by six years; Carbon dating is typically (in the 2003-04 survey). body fat volume but no change extend the production tax credit (PTC) for en- Congress at Your Corner used in archaeology and paleon- The two surveys also show in number. Subsequent weight ergy derived from biomass, geothermal, hydro- Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) will tology to date the age of artifacts. increases in overweight children loss back to baseline resulted in power, landfill gas and solid waste for three years; host his Congress at Your Corner event in Dub- However, in this application, and teens. For children aged 2-5 a decrease in fat cell volume but and extend the production tax credit (PTC) for lin on May 31. It will be held at the Bagel Street which appeared in the May 4 years, the prevalence increased no change in the number of fat energy derived from wind for one year. Cafe, 4101 Dublin Blvd. from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 early online edition of the jour- from 5 percent to 13.9 percent; cells. a.m. All are welcome. nal Nature, the scientists used the for those aged 6-11 years, preva- “If you are overweight and Pedestrian, Bicycle Plan Workshop Congress at Your Corner is designed to allow pulse of radiocarbon to analyze lence increased from 6.5 percent you lose weight, you still have The City of Pleasanton will hold a workshop constituents to meet and discuss issues with Rep. fat cell turnover in humans. to 18.8 percent; and for those the capacity to store lipids be- to take public input on a proposed pedestrian McNerney in the places where they already shop Approximately 10 percent of aged 12-19 years, prevalence in- cause you still have the same and bicycle master plan. and recreate. fat cells are renewed annually at creased from 5 percent to 17.4 number of fat cells. That may be It will be held Thurs., May 22 from 6:30 to 9 all adult ages and levels of body percent. why it’s so hard to keep the p.m. at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Teens and Grad Night mass index. Neither fat cell death In the Nature study, the team weight off,” Buchholz said. Blvd. The Pleasanton Police Department will host nor its generation rate is altered first found that there was a direct Overweight and obesity result Pleasanton has received a grant from the a town hall meeting at 7 p.m. on June 2 to dis- in early onset obesity, suggest- correlation between the measures from an energy imbalance - eat- Alameda County Transportation Improvement cuss teen drinking and driving issues. The ses- ing a tight regulation of the num- of fat mass measured from body ing too many calories and not Authority to prepare the master plan. The plan sion will be held in the Amador Valley High ber of fat cells in obese adults. mass index (BMI) and fat cell getting enough physical activ- will identify and prioritize areas where improve- School multipurpose room. The Pack Founda- “Fat cells change in size but volume in subcutaneous fat, ity. Body weight is the result of ment in the bicycle and pedestrian network are tion film, “Grad Night,” will be shown. no one had ever measured fat cell which represents about 80 per- genes, metabolism, behavior, en- most needed and would provide the most ben- The meeting is open to all parents and guard- turnover,” Buchholz said. “An cent of all fat, and visceral fat. vironment, culture and socioeco- efit. ians of Foothill, Amador Valley and Village High increase in cell size means it can In a study of 687 adults, the nomic status. “This work may The workshop is led by Tim Bustos of Fehr & School students. hold more mass.” researchers found that number of give us new ideas of how to deal Peers, a consulting firm hired to prepare the mas- A key objective of the presentation is to edu- Obesity is increasing in epi- fat cells increases in childhood with the diseases that go along ter plan. cate parents and guardians as to the dangers teens demic proportions in most coun- and adolescence, but levels off with obesity,” Buchholz said. For further information, contact Janis Stephen will be facing this June during graduation cel- tries and poses a public health and remains constant in adult- of the city’s public works department at 931- ebrations. 5671. For any questions regarding this event, con- tact the Pleasanton Police Department Traffic DELTA Water Conservation Urged Unit Supervisor, Sergeant Michael Collins, at (continued from page one) water through the same Delta With other East Bay water agencies declaring 931-5186. tions in supply become perma- of Water Resources, PO Box water usage restrictions, the Zone 7 Water pumps that supply Southern Cali- nent,” she said. 942836, Sacramento, CA, 94236 fornia and farms in the Central Comments about the scope of or by email to Agency is reiterating its call for residents and Correction the plan’s EIR/EIS may be sub- businesses to conserve water this year. Valley. A federal judge reduced [email protected]. In a story in the Independent it stated Fenes- pumping for 2008 while state mitted by May 30 to Delores For more information go to Zone 7 General Manager Jill Duerig suggests tra Winery was the first winery to install solar and federal agencies work on a Brown, Chief, Office of Environ- www.resources.ca.gov/bdcp/. area residents cut usage by 10 percent. energy. That is incorrect. Eagle Ridge Vineyard mental Compliance, Department Zone 7 has enough stored groundwater and plan to protect endangered Delta converted to solar energy more than two years smelt. Protections could be ex- other reserve supplies to meet projected demands ago. In addition to a substantial decrease in the during 2008. However, the agency is urging con- cost of power, the “landing pad” bank of panels tended to other species that live servation because dry weather conditions may or migrate through the Delta. has intrigued many a visitor at our tasting room The BDCP is a collaborative persist. In addition, court ordered water supply since it opened Aug. 2007. We would appreciate reductions related to pumping from the Delta the correction to the “first solar converted win- effort among water agencies, en- vironmental organizations and are likely to carry forward into future years. ery” story in order to acknowledge our substan- The court ruling has resulted in Zone 7’s los- state and federal wildlife agen- tial investment in “wineries going green." cies to develop a more proactive, comprehensive approach to Delta sustainability. A joint En- vironmental Impact Report/ Pleasanton to Consider Railroad Quiet Zones Statement (EIR/EIS) is being pre- The Pleasanton City Council ting up quiet zones. a request by City Manager pared by the state Department of will take up the issue of estab- The Federal Railroad Admin- Nelson Fialho to hold a special Water Resources, the U.S. Bureau lishing quiet zones on roads istration has adopted a train horn meeting for the council to deal of Reclamation, the National crossed by railroad tracks in the rule that provides local jurisdic- with neighborhood appeals. Marine Fisheries Service and the downtown. As of now, the discus- tions an opportunity to create Fialho noted that agendas are be- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. quiet zones. A quiet zone is a rail- coming impacted by the appeals. Among other things, the EIR/ sion is scheduled for the June 17 EIS will address water convey- meeting. road grade crossing at which An appeal has to be heard within trains are prohibited from sound- 30 days. Once filed it has to be ance options, habitat restoration The council heard from three placed on the agenda, resulting and management, and other eco- residents living near the tracks ing their horns. To create a quiet zone, would in something else being pushed logical problems including inva- during meeting open to the pub- off. sive species and toxic pollutants. lic last Tuesday. All three said require the city to install addi- tional crossing protection at the He was responding to the fact “We are highly supportive of, there had been a big increase in that two appeals that evening and participants in, the Bay Delta train traffic over the last few city’s expense. This involves building a four gate system, re- had taken up most of the Conservation Plan because we years. They are awakened every council’s meeting time. There believe it is the best opportunity night by the trains blowing their placing the current two gate sys- to establish a plan that can stabi- tem. There are four at-grade cross- have been similar situations at whistles. In addition, they con- previous meetings. lize both water supplies and fish tend that so many trains create a ings in Pleasanton that could be The appeals are of disapprov- species in the Delta — the co- safety hazard. considered for quiet zones: Santa als or approvals by the planning equal objectives of the process,” Resident John Felton told the Rita Road, St. Mary Street, Rose commission of such things as re- said Zone 7 General Manager Jill council, “The area near the down- Avenue, and West Angela Street. modeling homes, adding acces- Duerig. “Neither can afford to town is historic and unique. Cre- The estimated cost would be be- sory structures, etc. wait.” Duerig added that recent ating quiet zones would make a tween $1.6 million and $2 mil- Fialho said holding a special water supply cuts ordered by or nice place very much nicer. Trains lion. under consideration by the courts produce an average of 107 deci- Even with the installation of meeting just to hear the appeals would free up agendas for more impact Zone 7’s ability to pro- bels blowing their horns. That is the four gate system, there would vide adequate long-term drought a very, very loud noise, well in still be horn blowing by the ACE policy discussions. Matt Sullivan suggested that protection for its customers. excess of the city’s ordinance for trains as they approach the down- “Water conservation alone, any construction project noise. town station to alert rail passen- perhaps the council could begin its meetings at 6 p.m. to deal with even with measures Zone 7 is It happens repeatedly during the gers of the oncoming train. Pas- pursuing locally to enhance wa- night.” senger trains must, by law, sound such things as proclamations, ter supply, distribution and stor- Previously, the council had their horns. with agenda items beginning at age, will not provide long-term heard a report from city staff re- APPEALS 7 p.m. reliability if court ordered reduc- garding the requirements of set- The council also considered PAGE 4 - The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 Pleasanton Schools Say Board EDITORIALS Member Is District Resident Campus Hill Vineyard The Pleasanton school district nity Foundation in the foothills. exemption on his Camino prop- Kernan also has a property in has released its legal research ad- Julie Testa and other district erty. However, his DMV listing Colorado Springs, but had been Gala festivities took place at Las Positas Community dressing whether school trustee parents say that Kernan’s resi- in Pleasanton “rebuts any pre- spending more than one-half of College May 12 with the dedication of Campus Hill Pat Kernan is a legal city resident. dence is in Camino. He shouldn’t sumption of residency in El his time in Pleasanton, before the Vineyard. Some Pleasanton parents be allowed to sit on the school Dorado (County),” said Freiman. surgery. The three-acre vineyard, covering the hills across the claim that kernan is not a legal board, to which he was first ap- Kernan also has voted in Pleas- For these reasons, Freiman road from the campus, will be run by the college as part resident, and therefore should be pointed in 1996. They are espe- anton elections, which supports finds that Kernan is a legal Pleas- removed as a school trustee. cially concerned that the board the contention that he physically anton resident. of its viticulture program. The program was established Harold Freiman, the school has been discussing going to the resides in Pleasanton, “and has Testa said in a responding in 2004 to support the burgeoning Livermore Valley district’s attorney, concluded in ballot with a parcel tax. They the intent to remain here,” statement that the fact Kernan wine industry. The vineyard will be the cornerstone of a letter to the district May 14th don’t like the fact that he would Freiman wrote. was excused from jury duty in El the program — a living classroom. that Kernan meets “a majority of be voting on Pleasanton prop- Freiman also noted that Dorado County shows that the Concannon Vineyard has committed itself to under- the criteria” for the legal require- erty owners’ having to pay the Kernan was excused from Jury county apparently considers it to ments for residency. “We are tax when he himself would not duty in El Dorado County be- be his legal residence. She cited write the operation of the vineyard for the next 15 years. aware of no evidence of an intent pay taxes. cause of his Pleasanton address. Kernan’s earlier Sacramento law Could this be the start of an agricultural comeback in for him to chance his residence.” The school district’s attorney, The address is not on his busi- practice in a firm, and his current North Livermore? Campus Hill Vineyard is certain to Kernan sold his Pleasanton Harold Freiman, reported in a let- ness card or letterhead, because one-person business listed in grow. This vineyard, springing to life on the hillsides of house in 2006, and bought a ter to the district May 14 that he Pleasanton ordinance prohibits Camino, and noted that the Pleas- North Livermore, will not only give the local wine in- home in Camino, which is in the talked to Kernan and conducted advertising a residential office anton practice has “only a home- Sierra foothills east of Sacra- legal research based on his an- address. Kernan conducts 90 per- based business license.” dustry a boost, but will also help settle the debate over mento. He has an apartment in swers. Freiman said that Kernan cent of his legal business in Pleas- Testa said that she has been in whether crop growing is viable in North Livermore. Pleasanton where he said he re- maintains a rental address in the anton, and is a member of the touch with the Alameda County sides. He also uses it as a home district. His Pleasanton address Pleasanton Chamber of Com- district attorney’s office about office for his legal practice, which is on his driver’s license. His car merce. looking into the validity of his Presidential Scholar he says is mostly in the Bay Area. is registered to that address. That Kernan has stayed in Camino residency. According to Amador Valley High senior Corinne Tu has been However, he is listed on his web DMV registration “evinces his since hip replacement surgery Freiman’s statement, anyone named a Presidential Scholar. Established in 1964, the page as having an office in intent to remain in Pleasanton,” last month, only because his wishing to remove an elected of- nationwide award recognizes seniors who’ve displayed Camino, and also listed on the said Freiman. apartment building does not ficial from office should contact board of the El Dorado Commu- Kernan claims a property tax have an elevator, said Freiman. the state attorney general’s of- excellence in academics, the arts and civic service. fice. Corrine, a native of Paris, has earned straight A’s in high school and is Amador’s valedictorian, as well as THEATER captain of the school dance team. She spends 10 hours (continued from page one) Thursday’s council meeting is not available in a particular year. way to figure out the impact if from a population that lives a week doing volunteer work in the community. LVPAC would be required to set the city were not to build out the within 30 minutes of the theater. Only 141 students nationwide and eight students the culmination of eight months of shared work between the city aside a substantial amount of residential portion of the down- It is estimated there would be statewide are recipients of this prestigious award. The staff and LVPAC to develop a funds to cover the differential if town specific plan. Other things 200 events a year at the regional Presidential Scholars will be honored at a ceremony at viable financial plan. He ex- tax increment funds were not could be built in place of hous- theater; 100 would be produced the White House in June. plained that there are two ques- available. ing. by LVPAC, the remainder would Corrine Tu of Amador High, congratulations! You tions that are being considered. The regional theater would One of the issues the council be rentals. Broadway touring not use up the entire tax incre- will look at is what other projects shows would be among the bring high honor to yourself, your family and your One is how to pay for the regional tax increment funds may be events. These shows are pro- theater. “We think we’ve figured ment available to the redevelop- school. ment agency. Through 2040, needed for. These include a new moted and people are ready for how to do it. The next question parking garage, Livermore Vil- them when they arrive, noted is do we really want the theater.” there would be $51 million (nominal dollars) for other lage infrastructure, assembly of Alexander. Local groups, such A financial study concludes that land for a hotel, additional park- as the California Symphony, have there would be an $811 million projects in the redevelopment ing improvements and a poten- said the Bankhead Theater is too positive impact on the city over area. (Net present value not avail- tial Railroad Avenue/First Street small. Valley Dance Theatre is PROPOSITION 30 years. able.) realignment. Other projects in- also looking for a larger venue. (continued from page one) Alexander commented, “This Gamble suggested that the clude Second Street streetscape A coffee shop in the lobby and Agencies could not take a pri- Councilmember Jerry Thorne is about the future of the com- project should be viewed as an enhancement, completion of the retail or restaurant business vate home and turn the property commented, “I have opposed munity, not tomorrow or next investment by the city. He also First St. streetscape to P Street, along the side of the regional the- over to a private developer. “The Proposition 98 since it was year, but 20, 30, 40 to 50 years. pointed out that the projected tax and the attraction of destination ater is anticipated to boost day- idea was to have real reform and drafted. This thing is really aw- The question is how does Liver- increment increase does not take retail to complement the retail time activity in the area benefit- address the major issue people ful. It’s much worse than Michael more continue to be competitive into consideration the property and restaurant activities already ing downtown businesses. are concerned about.” made it sound. It removes the with other cities. One way is to tax growth in the city outside the taking place in the area. The park- The Bankhead Theater was The proposition with the most ability of cities to make land use have a facility to complement the redevelopment area as a result of ing garage, two catalyst projects predicted to host 150 events the votes, if they both were ap- decisions.” Bankhead Theater known for the the regional theater being lo- and the boutique hotel are all first season. It will end up with cated there. proved, would go into effect. finest, and sometimes even bet- included in the financing plan 200 events. Already there are 190 ter, entertainment that can be As for the increase in the price proposed by LVPAC, Alexander reservations for next year. found outside of San Francisco.” of steel and concrete, Gamble explained. There are still funds “Clearly there is a demand to use CAMPAIGN '98 Consultant Bob Gamble of said that was factored into the for other city priorities, he noted. the Bankhead Theater. There is a The Livermore Police the endorsement of Dolores Public Finance Management projected cost of construction. He said that it is difficult to core audience that can be built Officer’s Association (LPOA), the Huerta,” said Hancock. “Her went through the finance plan. “We are urging a decision be compare how theaters function on.” first POA in the district to en- leadership with the United Farm He described it as a partnership made quickly because of the on- in other cities with how one Alexander stated, “Zillions of dorse in the race for State Assem- Workers and her determination between the City of Livermore going construction cost escala- might work in Livermore. Each consultants have looked at the bly, has selected Scott Kamena. to stand up for worker rights has and LVPAC. tion.” city is unique. However, he regional theater over the years. Alexander pointed out that “Having law enforcement on made her an icon in the progres- The capital cost of construct- added, that theaters mentioned The only thing they agreed on ing the theater is estimated at the Bankhead Theater was built at the Monday meeting have all was that there is a market for a my side in this election means sive community.” on time and on cost providing a everything to me,” said Kamena. In 1962, Huerta joined with $79.3 million. Bonds would be been successful. They don’t regional theater in this area. The used to finance the construction. track record of success for make money. LVPAC would be first city to build it wins.” “There is no greater responsibil- Cesar Chavez to co-found the LVPAC. ity the government has than to organization that is now known A letter of credit from a major responsible for raising funds to City staff will present infor- bank would back the bonds. Don Tishman, who has cover any shortfall in operating mation at the council meeting provide safety for the people, es- as the United Farm Workers of worked in most large cities as a America (UFW). Among her LVPAC would be responsible revenue for the regional theater. which begins at 7:30 p.m. A sec- pecially our children. I will fight developer for the past 45 to 50 At no time would the city be ond meeting is set for June 16, at on the side of public safety in many accomplishments, Huerta for raising the funds to pay off its share of the debt. At the same years, offered several observa- asked to come up with money which time information on an op- the Assembly and make law en- is credited with leading the tions. In the last 15 years, he has from its general fund. eration and use plan will be pro- UFW’s national grape boycott time, LVPAC would be raising forcement a top priority.” money to operate the theaters. seen a rebirth of downtowns. The In considering the population vided along with a review of Kamena has been endorsed by that resulted in the entire Cali- LVPAC would be providing the population in downtowns has from which a theater could draw, market information. There will more public safety officials and fornia table grape industry sign- city with a $45 million subsidy increased by 18 percent. He Alexander noted that edge cit- also be discussion of an alterna- organizations than any other ing a collective bargaining (net present value) covering con- noted that large theaters have ies, such as Livermore would pull tive site. candidate for Assembly, Repub- agreement, the first of its kind in struction, operating and interest been built in many cities, gener- lican or Democrat. Supporters the nation. costs. The city’s share would ating a positive financial impact. There are 5800 performing arts include California Professional come from tax increment funds Firefighters, Alameda County The Contra Costa Chapter of theaters in the United States, with BIAS collected through 2040, with the only 62 in California. (continued from page one) Sheriff Charlie Plummer and Bill the California Republican Assem- net present value of $65 million. to focus on this and make sure dent education at each site. Eastman who formerly served as bly had endorsed Robert Rao for The city has prepared its own Tax increments are additional projections of the estimated tax that staff members are continu- The district also should take Police Chief of Pleasanton and Assembly in the 15th district. property tax revenues generated ing to train and retrain in under- one of its six character education Although Rao won the “straw increment increase. Estimates President of the California Police by redevelopment activities in have become more conservative standing the issues associated traits — compassion — and put Chief’s Association. vote” taken, CRA bylaws do not the downtown redevelopment each time because of the down- with bias.” a statement under it which would The California Small Busi- permit a local CRA chapter to for- area, which can only be spent turn in the housing market. The Grant said that it’s important say “accepting of others’ race, ness Association officially en- mally endorse except at the dis- within the redevelopment area. estimate includes the construc- to acknowledge that there is un- religion and ethnicity.” dorsed Scott Kamena for State trict endorsement meeting held In the early years, LVPAC would tion of 2000 housing units in the conscious bias, whether it’s At the April 22, Grant stated, Assembly, citing Kamena’s busi- earlier in the year. pay the bulk of the debt service. downtown. It was pointed out about gender, ethnic back- “It’s good to emphasize the value ness experience and commitment “We appreciate the wonder- Over time, the majority of the re- that the city is required to check ground, or disabilities. “It just ex- of understanding each other. It’s to economic growth. ful work of the California Repub- sponsibility would shift to the in at 1400 units and consider the ists,” said Grant. He pointed out one thing to have policy state- lican Assembly and would love city. impacts of the housing before that the specifics of his language ments. It’s another thing to have Assemblywoman and State to have their formal endorse- Gamble noted that there proceeding with additional offers a “different nuance than a actions embedded in the every- Senate candidate Loni Hancock ment,” said Rao Spokesman Mike would be no use of general fund homes. statement about continuing to day culture.” Grant said that role has received the sole endorse- Caporusso, “however, no candi- revenues. The city’s name would Alexander commented that work to address equity.” models are important, too, for ment of Dolores Huerta, co- date was endorsed at the Spring not be on the debt, nor would the the tax increment is based on The board did not vote on the example, hiring female science founder of the United Farm Work- meeting, and that’s the official city be obligated to pay the bond planned housing and commercial development. There is no easy proposed goals, but will look at teachers to provide a model for ers of America. vote, so we respect that.” debt if tax increment funds were them again May 27, and might female science students. “I am truly honored to have adopt them at their meeting June Kelly told the board that Su- 3. perintendent John Casey has au- BROAD SCOPE ON thorized a project in which stu- FRIENDSHIP DIVERSITY dents will produce six videos that (continued from page one) Grant’s statements were along coordinate the community of and needs the three classrooms continue to pay the $17,000 per behind the current city council the district at the rate of $6 mil- the lines of recommendations character values with the values occupied by the Friendship Cen- year rent for the current portables. chambers. A pad with all of the lion per year. That “theft” could from two global orientation com- of accepting others. The videos ter. That means the Friendship The $140,000 loan would be utilities already exists at the lo- increase with the current state mittee members, which were pre- would be available in the next Center will have to move. paid back. cation. budget problems. sented to the board at its meet- school year, for use at all second- A meeting held last Wednes- The school district agreed not The board heard pleas from Maryalice Faltings wondered ing April 22. ary schools. day prior to the LARPD board’s to increase the rent for the char- audience members to keep the why the city was not playing a At that meeting, Foothill High STUDENT RECOGNITION session resulted in an offer that ter school. Currently the rent is center open, pointing to its value more active role. The city was a School principal John Dwyer and UNDERSCORES DIVERSITY could allow the center to remain 11 cents per square foot; the for both clients and their fami- founding member of the center. It walked away. She suggested Harvest Park middle school vice The district illustrated its at Sonoma School for three years. planned increase was to 34 cents lies. principal Lauren Kelly said that point concerning diversity at the There was one suggestion to that residents go to city council However, the LARPD board felt per square foot starting next year. the district should expand its meeting May 13 by honoring For its part, the city of Liver- raise funds to open and operate meetings in Livermore, Pleasan- the offer was too expensive. In the center in the future made by ton and Dublin and tell them that commitment to tolerance by rec- seven African American students, addition, the extension would more would help market the ognizing sexual orientation, who were recognized with awards Friendship Center. Michael Miller. He offered to the Friendship Center is an im- not provide a permanent solu- write a check for $10,000 to ini- portant social service for the en- physical appearance, race, reli- from the Alliance of African tion. LARPD staff members looked into other options as well, such tiate an annual concert on behalf tire Tri-Valley. gion and ethnicity as part of the American Educators. The stu- Present for the meeting were as the cost of portable units, us- of seniors. It could be called the Scott Kamena explained that definition of diversity. dents are Keri Butler (arts), representatives of the charter ing park district-owned facilities, Tri-Valley Friendship Music Fes- the district would have to cut The panel came up with three Carmell Dennis (spiritual con- school, the school district, city public-private partnerships, other tival, he told the board. other programs if it decided to recommended goals. One is to sciousness), Chukwuemeka and park district. school district facilities, commer- Dennis Gambs, president of keep the Friendship center open provide staff development to Elendu (improved GPA), Alysse In exchange for keeping the cial and nonprofit space, the Tri-Valley Adult Day Care at its current location. “I do not help overcome stereotypes, and Joyner and Shannon Parker (aca- center at the school, LARPD was churches and other government Program Board, said that the pro- want to turn people out on the teach how language, culture demic excellence), and Titus asked to forgive a $75,000 loan facilities to house the Friendship gram needs the support of the street. I agree we undervalue our “and diversity play out in the ac- Norton and Shatika Rembert it made to the charter school; loan Center while long-term options entire Tri-Valley. It is not some- seniors. It’s not fair. I want to es- quisition of knowledge.” An- (citizenship and civic involve- the charter school $140,000 for were explored. These options thing that LARPD should take tablish the program at a perma- other goal is to hire a more di- ment). site improvements to allow ad- were too expensive to accommo- on alone. nent site that we control to cre- verse staff, so it reflects the com- The board also gave recogni- ditional portables to be brought date the service on a short-term Board members echoed that ate a program that is alive, vital munity at large. A third is to pro- tion to the Best Buddies Club at in; pay $25,000 to install the basis. sentiment. and growing.” mote a supportive environment Foothill High School. A student portables; pay the $27,000 per One option that did appear David Furst declared, “This is Board President Steve for cultural diversity. leader in the club, Druthi Ghanta, year rent on the portables; and promising was placing portables a community service and a com- Goodman stated, “I feel a pro- found sense of sadness in having The global orientation panel and the adviser, Gail Myers, said munity problem. It is not our pro- believes that just having multi- that the club lends a hand to dis- gram. When we turned to other to make this decision. It is some- cities, agencies and the country thing we have to do. It would be cultural fairs at schools, as the abled students and plans activi- Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala district does now, doesn’t do ties such as movies and bowling Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell for help, we didn’t get very much better to use the money that we (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) Editor: Janet Armantrout in return. LARPD is being asked would pay to stay at Sonoma to enough to promote acceptance nights. Sales Manager: Jessica Scherer to bear the brunt of the costs. I find a permanent facility that we of others. Multicultural student Casey stated that the club fits The Independent is published every Thursday at 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550 (Mailing address: PO Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551) don’t think we can do that.” can operate. There are some committees at the schools should in with the district’s efforts to The Independent is delivered by the United States Post Office. Advertising rates and subscription rates may be obtained by calling Furst noted that the state has people here that I think can make be created. The committees make all students feel welcome (925) 447-8700 during regular business hours. • Fax: (925) 447-0212 E-MAIL: [email protected] taken $60 million in taxes from that happen.” should focus on year-round stu- at school. The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 - PAGE 5

(Opinions voiced in letters our downtown, the fairgrounds, The Friends of Shadow Cliffs all our golfers and the following $50,000 and $100,000 per year. California has taken the follow- published in Mailbox are those the Sports Park, and just about have launched a website as a ve- major sponsors: Poverty, you say? As for milita- ing positions on the two state of the author and do not neces- every school in Pleasanton. They hicle for the community to con- AMS.net, Cattlemen’s, CSAA, rism, there seems to be an as- propositions on the Primary Elec- sarily reflect the opinion of The even come to within a block of tact them with comments and Gene Morgan Insurance, Golf- sumption out there that security tion Ballot. Independent. Letter Policy: The our newly developed trail frag- suggestions about the Shadow Earth.com, Jack O. Mills, D.D.S. lies in a bigger military establish- NO on Proposition 98 — De- Independent will not publish ment off Santa Rita and would Cliffs expansion site. Members Inc, Jim’s Country Style Restau- ment, armed with ever more tech- ceptive Measure Would Abolish anonymous letters, nor will it make it useful. However, instead of the group are also offering rant, Kelly Moore, Y’s Men’s nically sophisticated weapons, Rent Control and Harm Environ- publish letters without names. we continue to be mired in find- guided tours of Shadow Cliffs, Club, McNab Painting, Monu- capable of ever more destructive mental Protection Frequent letter writers may have ing solutions to mid-street cross- with a focus on the expansion ment Car Parts, NXP, Orchard power. Californians deserve protec- publication of their letters de- ings for a flawed initiation to the area. Links for suggestions, cur- Supply Hardware, Pacific Dental I protest. To me, Martin Luther tion from eminent domain abuse, layed.) Iron Horse trail that can make the rent recommendations, and infor- Care, PENCON, Professional King’s worry about militarism but Proposition 98 is a radical claim it is historically accurate mation on tours are available on Painting, Reed Brothers Secu- was well placed. It is akin to proposal that goes too far. Its Iron Horse Trail because it is located on land that www.FriendsOfShadowCliffs.com. rity, Swim Masters, Tennyson President Eisenhower’s oft- extreme provisions would elimi- Greg Visscher was part of the original Southern Electric, and Waste Management quoted warning about the growth nate rent control and other renter Pleasanton Pacific right-of-way. Vote for Kamena of the “military-industrial com- protection laws; that is why It is exciting to finally see the To the east, Pleasanton resi- Diane Staedel Hancock Endorsed plex.” wealthy apartment and mobile arrival of the Iron Horse Trail to dents would not only gain access Livermore Pat and Clarence Hoenig The current war, as with all home park owners have contrib- Pleasanton. Trails not only keep to the planned Livermore outlet I am a teacher at Las Positas Livermore wars, elicits many expressions of uted most of the money to us fit, they also add to the finan- mall but also to the several miles College, and am retired from We would like to recommend thanks and praise for those in qualify Proposition 98 for the cial value of our homes and in- of existing Livermore bike trails. teaching in the Livermore School Loni Hancock, candidate for the uniform who are putting their ballot. In addition, Proposition crease our quality of life. As part of their development, it District after 31 years. I teach California State Senate in the lives on the line. And, we honor 98 contains language that would However, in seeing the our is my understanding Livermore Physical Education to Special June 3 primary. She has served the women whose sons and make it difficult to protect the implementation of the Iron Horse plans to extend their trails along Education students, as well as Alameda and Contra Costa coun- daughters are killed by giving environment and regulate land Trail I can’t help but feel that the the Arroyo Mocho right up to the aerobics, kick-boxing, and ties well in the State Assembly them the special title of Gold Star use, growth and development. city of Pleasanton has really Pleasanton city limits. Travel- weight training. since 2002. Mother. It is hard to criticize mili- This hidden agenda would missed the mark. Our modest ing to the west, residents could I have been looking for an Recently Loni came to the tarism while at the same time threaten water qualify, hurt the single mile fragment is an iso- use these same trails to walk, bike elected official I can believe in, Livermore Library to meet resi- honoring the people who have environment, and thwart regula- lated island, totally disconnected or run safely to Club Sport unin- who is going to fight for public dents and to discuss issues im- chosen to be a part of the mili- tions that protect our neighbor- from the rest of the trail. This terrupted and unimpeded. With education in Sacramento. I have portant to Livermore and the Tri- tary establishment. But, we must. hoods. Iron Horse Trail fragment is sup- the potential addition of the found my man. Dr. Scott Kamena Valley. Loni Hancock has a very YES on Proposition 99 — posedly linked to the rest of the Alamo Canal Extension, both will be our champion in Sacra- pleasant and engaging personal- Oppose McCain Homeowners Protection Act contiguous Iron Horse trail by tra- Pleasanton and Livermore would mento for public education. He ity with a genuine interest in lis- Nancy Freedom This measure is a real eminent versing along the busy streets of connect seamlessly to the rest of was born and raised in Liver- tening to others. Alameda County Tri-Valley domain reform measure that will Pleasanton. Getting to the new the Iron Horse ecosystem. De- more, went to public schools up We were impressed with her Chapter National Organization protect homeowners, without the segment from the BART station, veloping the trails along the ca- though, and including, the Uni- experience and understanding of for Women hidden agendas and adverse con- you would have a hard time dis- nals almost guarantees the re- versity of California, Berkeley. a broad range of critical state and As pro-choice voters, mem- sequences of Proposition 98. tinguishing our “trail” from a gional and state funding neces- His mother was a teacher in the local issues. She has a proven bers of the ACT NOW Chapter of Proposition 99 will prohibit the normal everyday sidewalk. This sary for the Alamo Canal Exten- Livermore Public School Sys- record of sponsoring bipartisan the National Organization for government from using eminent “trail of streets,” many sections sion. tem. His two young children will legislation to help make Califor- Women know where John domain to take a home to trans- of which don’t even have bike The arroyos already have ex- be going to the same public nia a better place to live and McCain stands on the fundamen- fer to another private party; It is lanes, leaves the BART station isting safe underpasses with pe- schools he went to. work. tal issues of freedom, privacy, and supported by a broad coalition southeast on city streets for about destrian gate accesses. However He has long been an advocate Loni Hancock’s outstanding civil rights. He is clearly opposed of homeowners, business, labor, 1.5 miles along Owens and Santa these trails currently lie fallow for our youth, as he has twice been record has earned her the respect to a woman’s reproductive free- cities, counties and environmen- Rita, past Walmart and as dangerous gravel roads unus- elected to the LARPD Board, and and endorsements of a broad dom and is not your choice for talists. ValleyCare Hospital. In its cur- able by all but the occasional in- serves on the Tri-Valley YMCA coalition in public safety, health president if you value women’s Vote with the League on June rent implementation, our Iron trepid hiker. Without question, Board. He believes in local con- care, education, labor, environ- rights. 3. Horse Trail is doomed to become developing these trails will in- trol of education, by the locally ment, and transportation. Many Senator McCain has: Voted a series of lone orphans con- crease the property values for all elected Board, and the parents of county supervisors, mayors and anti-choice 125 out of 130 times Redevelopment nected by busy surface streets. I residents in Pleasanton and Liv- students who attend our school. city councilmembers, school in his congressional career. Con- Rich Buckley find it highly unlikely that we ermore. An arroyo-based trail Every educator, every parent, board officials and other civic sistently voted to restrict access Livermore will ever find a sensible way to system in Pleasanton would be- every citizen who values our pub- leaders are also working for her to abortion care. Voted against The ying and yang of philo- safely cross the Stanley Blvd. come a first class addition for all lic education system should be election to the State Senate. measures to prevent unintended sophic opposites creates a pic- “freeway.” to use and enjoy. supporting Dr. Scott Kamena for We ask you to please consider pregnancy. Voted for the global ture of city redevelopment that If you look at the rest of the Let’s not let Pleasanton con- State Assembly. voting for Loni Hancock, State gag rule, which prohibits feder- is sometimes confusing depend- Iron Horse, you’ll notice it is tinue to be the “weakest link” Senate, 9th District, on June 3, ally funded family-planning clin- ing on where one steps into the about connected communities. It among communities that are part Support Hancock 2008. ics from giving women full in- cycle of change and chooses to links cities by using long of the Iron Horse family. We owe Tom Reitter formation about their reproduc- analyze things. Last night the stretches of canal trails or old rail- it to our neighbors. Former Livermore Hard to Criticize tive-health options. Voted for City of Livermore bought back road right-of-ways. It connects Councilmember Donald King and co-sponsored the Federal Livermore Village from an immo- cities in a borderless and con- Shadow Cliffs Loni Hancock is running for Livermore Abortion Ban. Voted to confirm bilized developer. While one can tiguous way for almost the en- Gary Smith the state Senate this year. She has On April 4, the 40th anniver- the nominations of anti-choice argue over the philosophy of tirety of its 24.5 miles. It begins Pleasanton provided decades of service de- sary of the assassination of Mar- Supreme Court Justices. government intervention in the in Concord near Highway 4, run- A few years ago, the East Bay fending the environment, im- tin Luther King, Dr. King’s son, We feel strongly that women, free markets, the time to make that ning south through Pleasant Hill, Regional Park District (EBRPD) proving access to healthcare, get- Martin Luther King III spoke who are the people actually be- argument was about 30 years ago Walnut Creek, Alamo, Danville, planned a major expansion of the ting funding for education, and about this father’s main concerns. coming pregnant, should be able when the redevelopment agency San Ramon and Danville. The water slides at Shadow Cliffs Re- she is trying to clean up cam- They were three: poverty, racism to choose from a full range of was originally formed. trail follows a greenbelt through gional Park that was to be called paign financing using success- and militarism. options, and not have legislators While many see last night’s many residential areas, passing California Splash. The expanded ful programs from other states. Much is being said about rac- and judges, the majority of whom action of city council as a black by major business parks and de- water slides were projected to She has held office as the first ism as we wend our way through are not women, do their choos- hole of despair, as wasted capi- livering kids safely to the many draw over 200,000 users each woman mayor of Berkeley and the many speeches of the Demo- ing for them. tal, and massive errors, the real- schools it stitches together. Right year. Initially, this expansion was state office as a member of the cratic aspirants to that party’s se- ity in the cycle of change is usu- before reaching the Dublin approved, in spite of widespread Assembly since 2002. lection of its presidential nomi- Where League Stands ally far different. Instead, once BART station, it follows along opposition from nearby residents. Please join me in supporting nee. And, much more has been Barbara Hempill, again, creative redevelopment the Alamo Canal which crosses Work was started on the expan- Loni Hancock for State Senate said about the hurting middle Director League of Women Vot- forces will emerge to fill the void under 580 and continues into sion and then abandoned by the in 2008. class, sometimes defined as fami- ers Livermore-Amador Valley (continued on page 6) Pleasanton at the 680/580 inter- Developer, leaving some par- lies with incomes between The League of Women Voters change. tially completed buildings and Thank You It is precisely these canals, partially graded roads. Granada and Livermore called arroyos, which provide us EBRPD is now taking com- HS Grad Night Committee with the obvious solution as to ments and suggestions from the Granada and Livermore High how to link both Pleasanton and public about future uses of the Schools raised more than Livermore to the rest of the Iron expansion site. A group of con- $20,000 in their First Annual Horse Trail. Developing these cerned local residents came to- Safe & Sober Grad Night Golf arroyos into usable trails would gether and formed the Friends of Tournament fund-raiser on April maintain the spirit of the Iron Shadow Cliffs organization as a 18th at Poppy Ridge Golf Course. Horse. They create a network of magnet for gathering suggestions This fund-raiser will help fund trails that could bring you to the from the community and then the two high schools all night doorstep of almost every major being able to organize and com- Grad Night Parties in June keep- destination in Pleasanton. They municate those suggestions to ing over 800 seniors “Safe and come within a few of blocks of EBRPD. Sober,” We would like to thank PAGE 6 - The Independent, MAY 22, 2008

(continued from page 5) place. Being last place in per stu- SANDIA just as they eventually always do, dent spending is not where the (continued from page one) and just as they did with the old Great State of California should hope is that the Sandia women ored for her mathematics achieve- Tubsville properties, now a new be. California has the eighth larg- can mentor the high school stu- ment, made an immediate con- housing development of Signa- est economy in the world, yet dents as they continue in their nection with her hostess, Jane ture Properties. funding for our schools is at an academic and professional ca- Ann Lamph, manager of Sandia’s Unknown to the public (and unacceptable level. Many of the reers. Engineering Design Services probably the City) was a carefully ‘elective’ classes are gone. What Organizer Cathy Branda, a Group. controlled low profile marketing happened to education being a biosystems research postdoc at “We’ve been talking about effort to market the entire basis of broadening our hori- Sandia, highlighted how women the physics problem,” said project. Persistent rumors adrift zons? Driver training is gone. are still disproportionately rep- Diana. “I’m relieved to hear from from day-1 of the appointment Could that be why more teenag- resented in engineering, physics, Jane Ann that I don’t have to love of our designated developer in- ers are involved in accidents and math, despite increases in the physics to become an engineer.” dicated that the project owner than ever before? After school number of women studying those Diana said she has always was open to flip the project and programs are gone. Could that be fields in college. For example, liked math and science and en- move on. This was never a good why our prisons are over- women earn half of all under- joys taking things apart. “I think sign. The persistence of the ru- crowded? Teacher salaries are in- graduate degrees in math but mechanical engineering is a mor kept matching every obser- excusably low. Could that be only 27% of the doctoral degrees. place where I can expand my vation of failed progress all the why many are leaving the pro- She referenced a Women in Sci- knowledge,” she said. “I think an way up to last night. fession? ence, Technology, Engineering internship would open my eyes Realty is different and never Investing in our children’s and Math (STEM) study that to what this profession is all quite what it seems. This void of education is an investment in our cited a dearth of role models and about.” despair will fill quickly with se- future and our children’s future. a lack of “critical mass” of Jane Ann Lamph, a mechanical engineer at Sandia, talks with Science award winners: Alexa rious capital willing to commit We should be offering more edu- women in academic departments Diana George of Livermore High School. Danner, Granada High School; to Livermore for the long run just cational choices for students, as two reasons, among others, for Neda Dastgheyb, Merrill F. West as it has with two developers now rather than fewer. Education will the discrepancy. Technology-Enhanced Simula- engineering, spoke about her High School (Tracy); Aliya Deri, on scene: Madden and Swenson. never be as expensive as igno- “I have been asked why we tion for Homeland Security,” journey into the engineering Amador High School; DonnaLyn These two are not flip-and-go art- rance. Since teachers have a tre- honor only women, especially which is essential a video game profession. “When I started col- Galiguis, Sierra High School ists, rather they are long term mendous influence on our chil- since at the high school level as to train first responders. lege as an engineering major, I (Manteca); Gurwinder Kaur, players both with track records dren, shouldn’t California teach- many girls as boys are enrolled “One day I was a six-year-old didn’t even really know what an Manteca High School; Jenny and expressed corporate philoso- ers should be among the state’s in science and math classes,” she who liked to play Super Mario engineer did. I had this old- Mei, Foothill High School; phy that commit them long term. best paid professionals? said. “The reason is to encour- but had no idea what I wanted to school image of engineers build- Caitlin Miller, Dublin High In the ying and yang of California roads are in a state age our awardees to consider in- be. Now I have a career making ing stuff,” she said. “I was happy School; Stephanie Rebeiro, East progress our darkest moment may of disrepair. Pot holes and uneven ternships and careers in math, sci- video games for national secu- to know that most of the other Union High School (Manteca); actually be our brightest for cre- pavement cause damage to our ence, and engineering disci- rity,” she said. “Find your pas- students were as confused as I Danielle Rond, Tracy High ative opportunity. The city’s ac- vehicles. We would spend less plines, in spite of the fact that sion and look at it from an engi- was.” School; and Anne Sandholtz, tual cost of all this can be looked money to repair the roads than the proportion of women in- neering and problem-solving She described how—through Livermore High School. at in a number of ways. Roughly we are spending to repair our ve- volved in these fields will dimin- perspective, and you’ll find that a series of internships—she Math award winners: Shire the city is into the project for hicles. Many overpasses were ish considerably as the girls pro- sweet middle spot that is right graduated from college knowing Beach, Granada; Melissa about $15-million when you built 30 or more years ago and ceed along their academic paths.” for you.” she wanted to build small things. Bromley, Dublin; Jina Choi, throw in about $1.5-million for were designed to carry the vol- Two young researchers at Donna explained how her in- An interest in working with Amador; Diana George, Liver- the opportunity cost of capital ume of traffic of that era. We need Sandia shared their personal ex- terests in art and video games in- healthcare led to doctoral work more; Prerna Gupta, Foothill; give or take a million. When you to repair and improve the road- periences in arriving at their ca- fluenced her decision to study on lab-on-a-chip applications, Kristen Holtz, Tracy; Amy own both the power to zone prop- ways that we have. reer paths. Donna Djordjevich computer science in college. De- which in turn brought her to McFerran, Sierra; Lauren erty use, and the ownership of the There is talk of closing some told how she went from being a spite graduating from college in Sandia as a postdoctoral fellow Mitchell, East Union; Tiffany property, you own the printing of our state parks. It is impossible self-described theater geek to 2001, she was still one of only in the Biosystems Research De- Szeto, Manteca; and Diana press to print your own money, to lock up a park. The only having one of the coolest jobs in three women in her classes. partment. Trang, Merrill F. West. and that is a good thing. changes would be that more the nuclear weapons complex— Nimisha Srivastava, a Sandia Livermore High School stu- weeds would grow, trash cans principal investigator for “Game postdoc with a Ph.D. in chemical dent Diana George, who was hon- Election Education would not be emptied, and rest Betty Crosby rooms would not be cleaned. Livermore California’s budget crisis can be Dear Friends and Neighbors: likened to a cancer. Every year it Mario Pedrozzi Scholarship Foundation Announces Winners With the overwhelming chal- gets worse. There is a cure. vocational certification to upper Peterson, Kelly Targett, Carissa Kurtis Sherer $3000, Anna Sievers lenges facing all of us, especially Alameda County recently as- The Board of Directors of the Mario Pedrozzi Scholarship graduate degrees. Scholarships of Toyama, Catherine Urabe, Nicole $2500, Andrew Slavec $3000, in this year of huge challenges sessed each parcel $5 for mos- Amanda Stapp $4500, Ni Sun $4500, Foundation has announced that up to $10,000 per year are Voelker, Carol Wilson, Andrea and worldwide chaos, never has quito abatement. Via this assess- Young, Grant Zhu; Kristen Tompkins $3000, James the Serenity Prayer been more ment the county will raise over $500,000 in scholarships have awarded to graduates attending $10,000 scholarships: Kristina Torres $3000, Marla Watson $4500, timely and meaningful: “Grant $2 Million. This is a very fair and been awarded to graduates of St. Patrick’s Seminary and Uni- Cox, Kathleen Defenbaugh, Keith Nicole Williams $2500, Kelli Zenger me the serenity to accept the equitable solution. Property Livermore high schools and versity in Menlo Park. Edwards, Brittany Jessick, Madeleine $4500. things I cannot change, The cour- taxes in California need to be fair. Alameda County high school Applications will be available Klem, Steven Pangelinan, Steven Community college scholarships: age to change the things I can, graduates attending St. Patrick’s in January 2009 for the 2009- Perry, Kristyn Revelli, Dara Stepanek, $2000: Kristen Beardsley, Garrett It is totally unfair that identical Clark, Lindsay Grob, Paige Godrich, And the wisdom to know the dif- houses on the same street are sub- Seminary and University. “Mario 2010 academic year. Information Huyen Tran, Greg Tupper-Eoff, Alyssa Unterreiner, and Li Zhou. Albert Harris, Lindsay Martin, John ference.” ject to such different tax liabili- would be thrilled, as am I,” com- can be found at Winners of $20,000 Marquis Nagel, Daniel Nilson, Jonathan Oliver, All responsible citizens are ties, based solely on how long mented Gene Hale, board presi- www.pedrozzifoundation.org. Scholarships: Holly Christensen, Angela Ramsey, Malika Roy, Adam well aware that how we vote in the current owner has owned the dent and longtime friend and Awards of $6000 to those attend- William Springer. Sack: $1000: Elizabeth Favela, Katie the elections this year will have property. Proposition 13, which business associate of Pedrozzi. ing four year colleges: Amy Behnke, 1, 2 and 2 year scholarships: Haley Schmidt, Jennifer Sirinni, Emily a life-changing effect on the fu- was passed by voters in 1978, has The Foundation awards an- Karen Belak Megan Bell, Ashley Ashcraft $3000, Lindsey Boyle Smyth, Sarah Turner. Brooks, James Brown, Danielle Technical and vocational scholar- ture of our country. The national put a strangle hold on California nual and multiple year scholar- $1500, Catherine Braun $7500, elections are just the tip of the Cowgill, Baljinnyam Dashdorj, Michael Friesen $2 500, Brittany ships of $5000: Taylor Disbrow, government. Proposition 13 ships of up to $5000 per year to Nishani Dharmawardana, Kenneth iceberg. That is more than needs to be repealed. Each par- Markert $2500, Margo Meskin $3000, Travis Eppler, Kyle Godrich, Briana eligible students of all ages Girardin, Olivia Glass, Tracey Brandon Olivo $1500, Rebecca Olivo. enough to think about. But wait, cel should be assessed once ev- whose higher education goals Greilich, Elyse Hallet, Ryan Heath, Graduate school scholarships of there is more, a lot more, for Paddack $7500, Sabina Piras $4500, ery five years, thereby keeping may range from technical and Christine Herman, Wei Jin, Amy Sarah Roth $5000, Joshua Roth $1500, $10,000: Nicole Sadler, Courtney which we must take our rightful tax revenues current. This would Lemmon, Christina Peneda, Lauren Voegele, Timothy Weaver. responsibility. We must also be fair and equitable. One can make wise decisions to save Cali- only imagine the dollars that this fornia from the brink of disaster change would generate. by making informed choices for The population of California better leadership of California in is over 36 Million people. Sup- the forthcoming state elections. pose there was a one time assess- Organizations wishing to run notices in miles Shannon Center south to Pleasanton Old Bernal Ave. The program is free and open CA 94551. Applicants must document at Never have “We the People” ment of every person living in Bulletin Board, send information to PO Box and Sunol, meet 9 a.m. Dan Carhart, 656- to all. No registration required. For more least one-sixteenth American Indian and had bigger and better opportuni- California of $100. Everyone in 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of 2551. Wed., May 28, 40 miles Livermore information, call Penny Johnson, 931-3405. maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher. ties to create a bright future for the state benefits from the ser- Bulletin Board. Include name of organiza- section of the Cinderella, meet 9 a.m. at the Society of American Indians Scholar- RELIGION tion, meeting date, time, place and theme or Livermore Airport, Jennifer Burton, 455- ships, Amelia McClure $100-$500 award. Tri-Valley Unity, “Spiritual but not all of us. This is more than “just vices provided by the infrastruc- subject. Phone number and contact person 8228. Anyone planning to go on a ride is Applications available for Tri-Valley stu- Religious?” — A recent national survey a state election.” California is ture; therefore parents would should also be included. asked to call the leader for details on where dents of American Indian heritage. They may found that 25% of all Americans say Yes to on the brink of disaster. So please need to pay for their children. Scrabble, Fund-raiser to benefit Camp to meet and what to bring. be picked up at the Livermore American that question. Richard Southern will deliver Arroyo. Sunday, May 25, 2 -6 p.m. Veterans Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Indian center, 298 Junction Ave., Livermore, a message on the topic, Sunday, May 25, 10 take the time to get to know the That one time assessment would Memorial Building, 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Support Group, meets Tues., May 27, 10 [email protected], Mary a.m. All are welcome. Tri-Valley Unity candidates and what they stand raise $3.6 Billion. After three de- Lafayette. $35 minimum donation/person. a.m. at Heritage Estates Retirement Commu- Puthoff, 606-3405. Deadline is Wed., May meets at the Radisson, 6680 Regional St., for. Never have we needed stron- cades of handcuffed government, Dollar for dollar matching on first $5,000. nity, second floor conference room, 900 E. 28 to send in application to Society of Dublin. (925) 829-2733. Make checks payable to The Taylor Family Stanley Blvd., Livermore. All are welcome. American Indians, PO Box 2323, Livermore, ger leaders. Who knows? As California has absolutely no idea Foundation and send to goGerber.org, P.O. Suzette Lake, a Bowenwork therapist, will California goes, so could go the how to plan for future growth or Box 6919, Moraga, CA 94570. For more speak about methods of relaxation and heal- information contact Melinda Gerber at 925- ing. Information: Lorene Stack, 447-6158, or nation. Be proud that you have how to fund maintenance of the 766-3680. Ann Laye, 443-4098. the power to vote! Use that current infrastructure. We are Ohlone Wilderness Backpacking - Blame It on Fidel, 2007 French film power to best advantage with the constantly looking toward a new Del Valle Regional Park: 9am, Friday, June with subtitles, will be shown at the IBEW 6 to 3pm, Sunday, June 8 #18739. Explore Hall; 6250 Village Parkway, Dublin on Sat., courage to vote responsibly and bond sale as means of raising ad- the Ohlone Wilderness and meet other back- May 31, 7 p.m. What happens when a vote wisely! The future of our ditional revenue. Enough al- packers on this strenuous 3-day, 20+ mile precocious nine year old girl finds her bour- country and our California is in ready! We need to stop passing trip. No experience necessary, but you must geois life turned upside down as her parents be in good physical condition and attend a become radical activists in the 70’s? This our hands. “The best way to pre- the buck. Let’s restore fiscal re- pre-trip meeting 5/28 7-8pm. Food provided. event is open to the public, free/$3.00 dona- dict your future is to create it!” sponsibility. Together we can Gear rental $2. (13+yrs) Registration Re- tions accepted, wheelchair accessible, and solve California’s budget prob- quired: 1-888-EBPARKS, ?option 2, 3 Fee: refreshments are provided. Meet & greet $84 (non-res. $94) www.ebparks.org. begins at 6:30 PM, while a short discussion Not The Answer lems and return California to the Livermore Valley Business and Pro- follows the film. For more information, call Bob Smith great state it once was. fessional Women, meet 6 p.m. Thurs., May 925-462-3459. Pleasanton 29 at the Nordstrom Cafe in the Stoneridge Sons In Retirement (SIR), Livermore Mall, Pleasanton. Clara Rouse, a motiva- Branch 121, meets Tues., July 1 at the California is in a race for last tional speaker, will present a program en- Doubletree Club Hotel in Springtown at 11 titled, "Secrets of Success." Cost is $20 for a.m. Lunch at 11:30 a.m. with a guest speaker dinner and program. Call Mona at 829-3505 to follow. The meeting begins with a social by May 27 for reservations. hour and includes a luncheon, speaker and Community Sale hosted by Heritage business meeting. There are no dues or Estates Retirement Community to benefit membership fees; open to men retired from Relay for Life on Sunday, June 1st from 8:00 gainful occupation. Programs including golf, am - 3:00 p.m. Residents and employees have bowling, hiking, bridge, touring, travel and donated items to sell for their fund-raising just socializing. For a reservation and intro- effort for Relay for Life. The sale will be held duction, call Bob Wood at 373-6064. at 900 East Stanley Blvd., Livermore, in the Bands in Benefit, Relay for Life team, front parking lot of the buildings. Please call the Weekend Warriors is hosting its second (925) 373-3636 with any questions. Barbe- annual benefit show on Sat. May 24 at 5 p.m. cued hamburgers and hot dogs will be avail- featuring several local bands, Hear the Sirens, able for purchase. All proceeds to be for Relay Us and the Brotherhood, Violet Club, Aegis, for Life. and one more band that has yet to be Toastmasters - Livermore Lunch determined. The concert will be held at the Bunch meets 12 p.m. - 1 p.m Monday’s at Barn on Pacific Avenue in Livermore. Ad- the Robert Livermore Recreation Center, mission is $10 and all ages are welcome. The 4444 East Avenue, Livermore. Learn to team is comprised of college and high school develop communication and leadership skills kids trying to make a difference. in a supportive environment that fosters self- Women’s Stock Investment Club meets confidence and personal growth. For more on the third Wednesday of each month in information visit the Club’s website at: Livermore. Club follows Better Investing’s www.livermoretoastmasters.org or contact principles for studying stocks and investing Valerie Curcuro 925 606 6841 for the long term while having fun. For more [email protected]. information please call Barbara at 484-1319 Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring or Eleanor at 846-6911. Club, Sat., May 24, 35 miles from Pleasan- Meditate at the Pleasanton Library ton Sports Park to Danville, Tassajara and with Marshall Zaslove, M.D. Thursday, Livermore, meet 10 a.m. at the park, Larry May 29, 7pm, simple, effective techniques and Joan Roe, 846-0734. Sun., May 25, 30 will be demonstrated. Meeting Room, 400

California Spirit Elite All-Star that come from all the Tri- Cheer in Pleasanton, Senior Valley. Go to the website Teal team took 2nd place at the www.californiaspiritelite.com World Spirit Federation’s for more information Cheerleading Competition in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 12 and 13. The Senior Black team took 3rd and the Youth Team also had a strong showing in the largest bracket of the competition. Teams came from all over the country to participate in this event. CSE has recreation tumbling classes and competition cheerleading teams for girls and boys from ages 5 to 18 The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 - PAGE 7 Capturing the Class of 2020 By Patricia Koning ecutive directors Yolanda The class of 2020 has never Holmes, Cindy Alba, Mike Nagel, known a president other than and Bob See. Superintendent George W. Bush or that 911 was Brenda Miller sat in the front, sur- once only an emergency phone rounded by the children. number, and probably doesn’t re- About half of the 80 member when Pluto was a planet. kindergarteners from Rancho El- By the time they graduate from ementary were there for the pho- Muriel Doggett: high school, biofuels and hydro- tograph. “The kids knew we were gen may have supplanted gas at doing something at the high Creativity Requires Courage filling stations. school and that it has to do with Recently some 300 members the future,” said Rancho kinder- A watercolor of a pine tree hangs in our living room above the garten teacher Sue Pierson. piano. It is a close-up—you can only see part of the tree and none of of the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District’s class of “They were pretty excited.” the surrounding landscape. It reminds me of my teenage years, when 2020, which today total nearly Another Rancho kindergarten I would occasionally ride my bike over to a reservoir near our home 1,000, gathered on the football teacher, Allison Gomes, stood in Baltimore, hide the bike behind a bush, and climb a large pine field of Granada High School for behind her son, a Rancho tree. Near the top, I would lounge on a large branch and observe the a group photo. Little did these kindergartener, in the picture. world around me, sort of meditating. Perhaps these adventures were kids know, but many of them will Both teachers saw several of their in the back of my mind when my husband and I first saw the water- stand on that same football field former students, who now attend color at a Livermore art show. I have heard that art appeals to us when in about 17 years when they Granada, on the campus. it has a meaning for us. We bought the painting and have enjoyed graduate from high school. “2020 vision represents a ‘per- living with it. “It was fun, but it was hard to fect’ vision or ‘visual acuity.’ The watercolor is by Muriel Kazerman Doggett, who came to sit still and not talk to anyone,” While we cannot see or predict Livermore in 1962 when her husband, Jim, was hired by LLNL as a said Kayla Steinhorst, a kinder- the future, we certainly can shape mechanical engineer. Muriel was born in 1932 in Los Angeles and gartner from Croce Elementary it, and ensure the Livermore Val- met Jim when they were students at UC Berkeley. While Jim was in School. ley Joint Unified School the army, they married in 1954 at Fort Hood, Texas. In Livermore The purpose of the gathering District’s combined 995 indi- Muriel became active in the Livermore Art Association and the Cul- was to capture a snapshot of the vidual members of the Class of Class of 2020 to use in their high 2020, representing ten different tural Arts Council. Her friend, Margo Kirkewoog, said of her, “She school sites, experience a wide was a perfectionist, she was driven. Her art was an absolute vocation; school yearbooks. The District organized the event to com- range of opportunities, designed she was very serious about it—the opposite of me. I was having fun to ensure life-long success,” ex- with it. She worked hard.” memorate their theme for the cur- rent school year: “VISION 2020.” plains Bowers. “We want the en- Muriel became a student of watercolorist Jade Fon and partici- Smith Elementary School tire community to share in our pated in his teaching sessions at Asilomar each year. One of her principal Denise Nathanson and vision of promise for this year’s paintings was chosen as the best at one workshop and remains at Joe Michell Elementary School kindergarten class, the graduat- Asilomar. Her painting of Yosemite Falls won the grand prize award principal Angela Ehrlich along ing Class of 2020.” at a Yosemite Renaissance art show and remains in a permanent with 42 kindergarten teachers The Livermore School Dis- Superintendent Brenda Miller with two members of the Class collection at Yosemite. Another of her paintings, “Jury Duty,” show- from the District’s ten elementary trict is not the only place paying of 2020. ing people waiting to be called for jury duty, won national honors schools joined the students in the attention to the Class of 2020. and appeared in several books. This subject was unusual for her— picture. Also present was school The Today show is producing a she usually chose to paint the natural landscape. She was accepted board president Tom new series, “Class of 2020” that The Livermore Valley Educa- photo. Photos of the Class of as a member of the National Watercolor Society. In 1969 as a part of McLaughlin, trustees Anne follows a class of kindergarteners tion Foundation (LVEF) pro- 2020 are also being taken at the Livermore’s centennial celebration, she helped to found the Festival White and Bill Morrison, assis- from the Los Angeles Unified vided Class of 2020 t-shirts for individual school sites so that all of the Arts that was held in October for many years at various loca- tant superintendents Kelly Bow- School District through their all the kindergarteners, teachers, students can participate. tions including the Barn. A juried show, it caused controversy at first ers and Mike Martinez, and ex- high school graduation. and dignitaries to wear in the with some local artists. She also taught watercolor classes in Liver- more and Pleasanton. One of her former students remembered that Livermore Shakespeare Festival Offers Summer Acting Classes Muriel said: “Creativity is based on having the courage to admit what your eyes really see and what your heart really feels.” Livermore Shakespeare Festi- finding the adventure, mischief, education director Russell Eighth and H streets, Livermore. Muriel had a wonderful sense of humor, and she would be the first val will offer summer acting and humor in this popular com- Marcel, an English and drama Enrolled students receive one to laugh at a reminder of the Tri-Valley Herald and News article of classes for young people. No pre- edy. Students will see that teacher at Bellarmine College free ticket to Twelfth Night, run- February 3, 1973:”Anybody Wanna Buy a Used Kid?” The Doggett’s vious stage experience is neces- Shakespeare is enjoyable for all Preparatory School, will teach the ning July 10-August 2 at Conc- third child, Jim, was soon to have his fourteenth birthday. He had sary. ages. high school classes; youth annon Vineyard, Livermore. asked for a 10-speed bike to help with his paper route, and his par- Budding actors will explore A two-week workshop is of- classes will be instructed by For more information and/or ents gave him a hard time about his request, telling him that it was scenes from the Festival's sum- fered for high school students, members of the company. Tuition an enrollment form, go to way too expensive, even though they intended to give him one. Jim mer production of Twelfth Night running July 21-August 1; and is $185 for youth classes, $250 www.LivermoreShakes.org; e- said that a friend he knew who was an only child had a 10-speed; oh, using the text, theatre games, two one-week youth classes for for the high school class. All will mail questions to Russ Marcel at if he were an only child, he could have anything he wanted. Muriel improvisation and instruction in ages 8 to 13 running July 21-25 meet at the Bothwell Arts Center, [email protected]. told him, “We might be able to help with that.” stage fighting techniques, while or July 28-August 1. Festival Later, Muriel stopped in at the newspaper office to place a classi- fied ad to sell her son. Since, of course, this was a joke, she insisted that their phone number not be included in the ad. Unfortunately, the phone number was published with the ad on January 29. Soon the household was overwhelmed with phone calls. The police were called also, and Detective Gary Findley went to Junction Avenue Duane Dennis Bills was an executive secretary for Lucky preceded in death by his twin sister, years old. Foods for 35 years, when she retired Ida and a brother Martin. He was a drywaller by trade, a School to discuss the ad with Jim, who was in class, unaware of the Duane Dennis Bills, 55, died un- member of the Carpenter’s Union, and problem. The ad read: “14-year-old boy with paper route & rat. Needs expectedly in Galt, California on May in 1986. A memorial mass will be celebrated In lieu of flowers donations can be at 10 a.m. Thurs., May 22 at St. Au- the San Joaquin River Club. He proudly room to roam. Would prefer to be only child. Best offer. 447-8876.” 4, 2008. He was born October 24, served his country in the US Army. 1952 in Oakland, CA. made to Hope Hospice in Dublin, gustine Catholic Church, 3999 Bernal After straightening out the misunderstanding, Jim rushed home for California. Arrangements by Ave., Pleasanton. Burial will be pri- Jack loved working in his yard, paint- lunch. He “stomped in the door with a serious face saying how em- Duane grew up in Hayward and ing and tending his roses. He also Livermore. He was an avid horseman, Callaghan Mortuary. vate at San Joaquin Valley National barrassed he was, but couldn’t keep it up for long.” Soon the whole Cemetery in Gustine. enjoyed playing cards, dominos and and in his youth he lived on two telling jokes to his friends and family. family was laughing. Jim decided that the ad was the best birthday ranches in Hayward. He enjoyed In lieu of flowers, contributions Joseph Wolfenberger may be made to Hope Hospice, 6500 He is preceded in death by his present ever. His father told me that their phone did not stop ringing working with his Grandfather Rodney Joseph Wolfenberger died peace- for many days and that the event made headlines around the world. and friends roping and breaking Dublin Blvd., Suite 100, Dublin, CA stepdaughter Hazel. He will be missed fully on May 16, 2008. He was 86. 94568. by his wife Shirley, son, Donald A London newspaper published a cartoon showing Jim sitting on a horses. Joe was born in Calexico, CA to In 1971 Duane began work as a Arrangements by Graham-Hitch Maples of TX, stepchildren; Judy curb by a stack of newspapers and his old bike, holding up a rat by Joseph and Ida Wolfenberger. In 1934, Mortuary. Jones of Tracy, Jeff Paseka of TN, the tail. truck driver and later became an inde- the family moved to Pleasanton. Joe pendent driver for Four Winds, May- Tim Paseka of Modesto, and Christine The Doggetts’ children—Bill, Valerie, Jim and Leslie—are all graduated from Amador with the Class Exley of CO and several grandchil- gifted musicians. Their mother and father could not read music or flower and United Van Lines. During of 1942. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy James “Jack” W. Maples his time on the road Duane made many dren. play an instrument. All four were very active in drama programs in in October of 1942 and served three A former 35 year resident of Liv- Services were held with honors at friends, his close friends included Nick years. He participated in the activities ermore, James W. Maples, passed the valley. Their parents played a strong supporting role in their & Annie Dipietro, Mike Simonich and Memory Gardens Cemetery, 3873 East at Eniwetok in the Marshall Islands. away on Sunday, May 11, 2008, in Ave., Livermore endeavors, helping especially with painting back-drops. Muriel and Paul Piasecki. He remained there attached to the U.S. Tracy, CA. Jack was born Jan. 12, Glynn Pence founded the Del Valle Dam Dog Club to teach obedi- He was preceded in death by his Arrangements by Callaghan Mor- Navy Air Force. After returning home, 1919 in Ft. Worth, TX. He was 87 tuary. ence classes. The word “Dam” has now been deleted from the title, parents, Betty (Eriksen) and LeRoy he was employed by Pacific Coast and the Del Valle Dog Club has the second largest all-breed show in Bills and his ex-wife Leslie Bills. He Aggregates (later Lone Star Indus- the states each year. is survived by his sisters, Kathleen tries) as a crane operator, a job he held In 1986 Muriel was told that her colon cancer had metastasized (Ted) Glasgow of Galt, Rebecca for 38 years, retiring in 1984. into her liver, and she was given less than a year to live. She chose an (Gene) Neider of Folsom and broth- He enjoyed retirement, taking many ers, Mike (Pam) of Tracy and Robert trips with friends. He was able to visit experimental treatment through UC San Francisco and beat the odds (fiancée, Judy Hedger) of Galt. He is by living two more years. She died at age 55 in March 1988, a his father’s and mother’s childhood also survived by eight nieces and neph- homes in Switzerland. He enjoyed his woman of courage to the end. ews. family, his garden and fishing at Lake (Readers can reach me at [email protected].) He will be truly missed by all of his Almanor. family and friends.He will be interred He is survived by his wife of 65 at Memory Gardens in Livermore, years Barbara, sons Joe, Steven and California. In lieu of flowers the Alan and daughter Joani; daughters- Discount Tickets Available for 143rd family suggests a memorial donation in-law Betty, Georgia and Carrie and to the American Diabetes Associa- son-in-law Lou, nine grandchildren, Highland Gathering and Games tion. P.O. Box 11454 Alexandria, VA and 6 great grandchildren as well as 22312. many nieces and nephews. He was This year marks the first time include the Hammer World Arrangements were made with that patrons of the 143rd Scot- Championships. The world's top Lodi Funeral Home. tish Highland Gathering & Heavy Event athletes compete in Games, held over the Labor Day eight different venues, including Lillian M Martin weekend in Pleasanton, can take the popular ancient tossing of the Livermore resident Lillian Martin advantage of advance ticket sale went home to be with the Lord, peace- caber. fully on May 12, 2008. She was born discounts over the internet. The annual event takes place in Shoal Lake, Manitoba, Canada, on By logging onto the Games at the Alameda County Fair- June 6, 1912. She moved to California website at www.caledonian.org, grounds in Pleasanton from 9 a.m. after marrying her husband in 1945. tickets can be purchased. Go to to 6 p.m. on August 30 and 31. Mrs. Martin is preceded in death "Games" on the top bar to open Advance tickets: adult 1-day by her husband of 48 years, Walter H. the ticket manager. The ticket Martin. She is survived by daughter $15/2-day $22; youth 8-16, se- Linda Pacheco, grandson Travis page also affords the opportunity niors 65+ and handicapped $10; Pacheco both of Livermore, several to purchase advance tickets for children under 8 and service men nieces and nephews in California and the popular Grandstand Show and women in uniform admitted numerous family members in Canada. that entertains thousands both free. Admission at gate: adult 1- She was a person who, without a days beginning at 4 p.m. day $18/2-day $25; youth 8-16, moments hesitation befriended every- Produced by the Caledonian one she met. She was a volunteer for seniors 65+ and handicapped the city of San Leandro, providing Club of San Francisco, the Games $12; children under 8 and ser- companionship and assistance for the are considered by many to be the vice men and women in uniform elderly. She loved spending time with largest in the world, offering a admitted free. her family and friends. Mrs. Martin plethora of cultural and entertain- ment activities including seven stages of music and dance from traditional to Celtic Rock enter- tainers and bands. Rousing bagpipe and drum music from traditional pipe bands, numbering over 30 from the U.S. and Canada, are joined by the U.S. Marine Band San Di- ego. This year's 34th U.S. Invita- tional Heavy Athletic Events will PAGE 8 - The Independent, MAY 22, 2008

enough to stop the Rangers. Josh Stevens MVPs: Peyton McKenzie, Jacob Kixmiller. Swim Scholarship went two for two at bat, Nick Soldati Contra Costa County Public Auto Auc- Thomas Cowles Kayleigh Foley, a four year varsity swim- contributed with a single and Ruben Mercado tion—Ariana Banda, Ashley Beyer, Paige A Division: Mets 10, Yankees 20: Connor mer for Amador Valley High School has had two singles. Justin Gibson made 3 outs, Jones Livingston hit a double and two singles, received a full scholarship at UC Davis. She two fielded on the mound and one at 1st Base. Minor Upper Division: David’s Sun- caught two flyballs and tagged an out at first. is the daughter of Brian and Tammy Foley. Chet Koziol comes up with a big pop fly in flower Seeds 5, PABCO Gypsum 2: David’s Michael Honeycutt and Isaac Montes both hit Center field and another out when he get the Sunflower Seeds were anchored on defense by two singles. Brandon Bruns and DeVonte one hop in center and throws out the runner Sammi Spain at catcher and McKenzie Shields Hawkins were both 3 for 3 with 1 RBI. Seth at 2nd. Chris Coggshall fields the grounder at 2nd base. The offense came from Kendall Buentello was 3 for 3 with 2 RBI. Mets Norcal Champions at 3rd and throws out the batter at 1st. Morrissey with a 2 RBI single. PABCO MVPs: Connor Livingston, Michael The athletes of Springtime Tumbling Angels 6, A’s 7: Max Sanderson held the Gypsum was anchored by the defensive Honeycutt, Isaac Montes. Yankees MVPs: and Trampoline of Livermore, made an Angels at bay and Josh Stevens and Collin efforts of Jenny Beadle at 1st and 3rd base as Brandon Bruns, DeVonte Hawkins, Seth excellent showing at this year’s Norcal Tram- Richardson closed out the game for the win. well as a solid game by Jennifer Ng. Top Buentello poline &Tumbling State Championships. Ryan Gronlund had a hot glove with 4 plays players: David’s Sunflower Seeds—Kendall Devils Rays 12, Marlins 9: Devil Rays The meet, hosted by Powerhouse Ameri- at short, Chet Koziol and Kenny Spivey made Morrissey, Carley Robertson, Sammi Spain; MVPs: Tanner Higgins, Nick Macedo, Nick plays at 2nd. Ruben Mercado picks of the PABCO Gypsum—Jenny Beadle, Jennifer Bouillerce. Marlins MVPs: Conner Johnston, can in Rocklin, was attended by several gyms Ng and independents from Northern California steal going to 2nd. Greg Miller and Josh Christopher Kilday, Sean Rolandelli. Stevens go 2 for 2 at plate, Mihir Naik gets PABCO Gypsum 9, TPCSoftball.com Mets 12, Blue Jays 20: Mets MVPs: and Nevada. It was divided into four sessions 6: Victoria Molina, Hannah Moreno, and Peyton Gibbs, Emory Larson, Ian Toland. by division (age group) and level of difficulty a well earned double. A’s 16, Mets 9: Josh Stevens, Collin Janelle Tanis led a potent PABCO Gypsum Blue Jays MVPs: Justin Forsberg, Kate culminating with the highest levels of mas- offensive attack to a 9-6 victory over Marcel, Jordan Zambonin tery 8, 9, 10 and Elite. Richardson, Kenny Spivey and Ruben Mercado teamed up on the mound to earn the TPCSoftball.com. Molina was on fire at the Red Sox 2, Phillies 15: Red Sox MVPs: Results: Session 1, trampoline: Hayden win over the hard hitting Mets. Josh Stevens, plate with her extra base hits. Kourtney Jared Michaels, Garon Michaels, Max Puls. Bracket, 7-8, level 4, state champion; Robert Ryan Gronlund and Ruben Mercado all came Gonzaga added two hits for TPCSoftball.com Phillies MVPs: Rigo Zapien, Aaron Aguilar, Sutter, 9-10, level 5, 3rd; Josh Davisson, 9- up with pop flies in the infield. Ruben as they tried matching first place PABCO Jay Robinson 10, level 6, state champion. Double Mini: Mercado at short stop runs down a grounder Gypsum on the scoreboard. Top players: Yankees lost to the Nationals: Yankees Hayden Brackett, 7-8, level 5, 2nd; Robert over 2nd and throws the runner out at 1st. PABCO Gypsum—Victoria Molina, Reno MVPs: Drew Braudrick, Ian Partridge, and Sutter, 9-10, level 5, 2nd; Josh Davisson, 9- Both Max Sanderson and Ruben Mercado put Moreno, Janelle Tanis; TPCSoftball.com— Carson King. Nationals MVPs: Morgan 10, level 6, 2nd. the ball in play 4 out of 4 times at plate. Chris Francesca Bartolomucci, Kourtney Gonzaga, Vonderach, Brandon Williams, and Nicholas Session 2: Trampoline: Marina Coggshall goes 2 for 3 with a 2 RBI double. Madison Jefferies DeLisle. Fountaine, 11-12, level 5, 4th; Michael Collin Richardson also comes up with a 2 Major Rec Division: BSM Facility Devil Rays 11, Marlins 7: Devil Rays Service Group 8, Stainless Distributors 6: MVPs: London Paiso - 3 for 3, Avery Korhummel, 11-12, level 6, state champion. RBI double and Nick Soldati has a 1 RBI This was a very competitive game between single. Kempton - 2 for 3. Marlins MVPs: Dante Power tumbling: Joshua Browne, 11-12, two teams battling towards the champion- Demayo - 2 doubles, 3 RBIs, Shane Cromwell level 7, state champion ship game. Stainless Distributors jumped - defense, Lucas Gordon - defense Session 3: Trampoline: Crysta Reese, Granada Little League out to an early lead, only to see BSM Facility AA Division: Indians 3, White Sox 0: 13, 14, level 6, state champion; double mini: Granada Little League results: Service Group respond in kind. At the end Timely hitting up and down the lineup Crusta Reese, 13-14, level 6, state champion, Cardinals 6, Cubs 2: Ryan Dearborn of two innings, the game was tied 6-6. triggered the Indians in a tight 3-0 win over Jackie Neuman, 15-over, level 8, 4th; Power pitched a complete game for the first place However, BSM Facility Service Group was the White Sox in recent LALL action. Nick tumbling: Jackie Neuman, 15-over, level 6, Cardinals. Dearborn Allowed 2 runs on 3 hits able to get one run in each of the next two Monica and Julian Chavira each had 2-out 2nd; Simon Browne, 15-over, level 6, state while striking out 14 Cubs in the process. The innings and the final score was 8-6 BSM RBI singles in the first inning, while Morgan champion. Cardinals got the scoring started in the fourth Facility Service Group. Stainless Distribu- Neu added an important RBI hit in the 2nd Session 4: Trampoline: Joshua Browne, inning when Dearborn sent a first pitch curve tors were led by Cara Carlstrom who was 2- inning to pace the Indians offense. The 11-12, level 10, 2nd; Simon Browne, 15- ball deep over the left field fence for a 1-0 lead. 3 and played solid defense, Savannah Indians’ Michael Hallock made a game sav- over, level 9, state champion; Maya Hauk, Ricky Martinez would score in the 4th also Photo - Doug Jorgensen Simmons who was 2-3 and played solid ing catch in left field when he snagged a deep from a Casey Soltis Sacrafice Fly. The Cubs defense, and Holly Fehrmann who was 1-1 fly ball off the bat of the White Sox Lucas 15-over, level 9, 2nd; Jackie Neuman, 15- Pleasanton National Little League Cubs took on the San Ramon with two RBIs. BSM Facility Service over, level 9, 4th; Hailey Schnorr, 15-16, were able to tie the game in the 5th when Zak O’Brien in the 4th inning with two runners Blair reached base on an error. Next batter Bandits. In the photo, one of the Cubs is tagged out trying to Group were led by Cassidy Butler who was on base. In addition to his bat, O’Brien played level 10, state champion; Bryce Wilson, 15- 2-3 with two RBIs and pitched 3 shutout stellar defense throughout the game for the 16, level 10, state champion; Double mini: Anthony Dondero followed with a walk. That brought up Austin Sivret who drove a 1-1 steal second base. innings, Lanie Boswell who was 1-2 with an Sox. Andre Dawson and Basim Elmashni Joshua Browne, 11-12, level 10, 2nd; Simon RBI and Sarah Machado who sealed the game each had big hits to lead the White Sox Browne, 15-over, level 9, 2nd; Maya Hauk, pitch off the fence in center field to tie the game at 2 a piece. Neither team could score with heads up base running to score the offensively. Top White Sox players: Andrew 15-over, level 9, state champion; Hailey winning run and shut down defense at catcher. Dawson (2B), Basim Elmashni (1B), Lucas again until the 7th inning when the Cardinals Hardesty, Jordan Muller; (Defense) Max Scates of Assist Tel-Com catches a pop fly. Schnorr, 15-16, level 10, state champion; scored 4 runs, all from walks, to win the Top players: BSM Facility Service Group— O’Brien (Defense). Top Indians players: Bryce Wilson, 15-16, level 10, state cham- Silveira, Joshua Collom, Greyson Hubbs. Top players: Assist Tel-Com—Shelby Lanie Boswell, Cassidy Butler, Sara Machado; Morgan Neu (1B, RBI), Nick Monica (1B, game. The leading hitters for the Cardinals Cardinals (Offense) Jeremy Dyson, Andrew Cabral, Hannah Friesen, Callan Jackman; pion; Power tumbling: Hailey Schnorr, 15- were Dearborn with the home run, and Matt Stainless Distributors—Cara Carlstrom, R, RBI), Michael Hallock (Defense) Hayley, Gunnar Hollingshaus; (Defense) Moonshot Girls—Jessica DaMota, Olivia Holly Fehrmann, Savannah Simmons Rigers 4, Cubs 2: The Cubs’ Ledbtter 16, level 10, state champion; Bryce Wilson, Hilgen with a single and a run. Leading the Larsen, Alexa McGee 15-16, level 10, state champion. Zachary Hollingshaus, Ethan Payne, George BSM Facility Service Group 12, Leslie scored both runs, one in the bottom of the 1st way for the Cubs were Matty Proetel (6 inn. Zika -Yankees (Offense) Christopher Irwin, Assist Tel-Com vs. Pleasanton Nursing Springtime Tumbling and Trampoline pitched, 2 runs, 3 hits and 11 strikeouts). Wolf-State Farm Insurance 6 Top players: and one in the bottom of the 4th. Top 3 Tigers: Gabriel Parrish, RJ Mata; (Defense) Connor and Rehabilitation: Great play at 1st by BSM Facility Service Group—Holly Coles, Tyler Gonzales (defense), Zachariah Eme located at 5715 Southfront Rd # D offers Proetel, Blair and Sivret all had hits for the Detlefsen, Nicholas Hill, Ray Montes. Assist Tel-Com’s Brooke Christian and great classes for all levels and ages. Call 925/456- Cubs. Jenessa Ponco, Ashley Woodruff; Leslie (1B), Tristan Dillman-McDougal (RBI). Top T-Ball - Red Sox (Offense) Ryan Stear, pitching by Olivia Larsen. Pleasanton Wolf-State Farm Insurance—Jonelle 3 Cubs: Michael Ledbetter (2 2B, 2 runs), 0110 for more information. Majors – Diamondbacks 8, Cubs 6. Devine Stone, Colton Trudeau (Defense) Nursing and Rehabilitation’s Hannah Myer Tanner Cortez threw a complete game and Balducci, Lindsay Cole, Erica Norton Eric Mork (defense), Christopher Powell Jeffrey Winter Jr., Douglas Wynne, Brent made a nice pop fly catch. Top players: Sallman, Yang & Alameda 13, Leslie (pitching) scored three runs for the Diamondbacks as Young. A’s (Offense) Daniel Becerra, Graciana Assist Tel-Com—Brooke Christian, they clinched a spot in the playoffs. The top Wolf-State Farm Insurance 12: Sallman, Reds 0, Carindials 1: The Cardinals Granada Hires Hoop Ratto, Gregory Short (Defense) Jensen Roldan, McKenzie Fox, Olivia Larsen; Pleasanton Yang & Alameda was down 6 runs, and made scored the only run of the game on a hard hit of the order carried the day for both teams, as Hayden Marshall, Jacob Kilbane: Cardinals Nursing and Rehabilitation—Irina Gutierrez, the D’backs first four went a combined 9 for 7 runs to win the game. Top players: Sallman, ball by Justin Dalin that turned into a four Coaches (Offense) Yash Hammond, Jack Hansen, Hannah Myers, Lilly Ryan Yang & Alameda—Alicia Castelluccio, Allie bagger! The Reds were led by Tyler, Logan 14 with 7 RBI and the Cubs’ leadoff three Christopher Olgardt (Defense) Ty Stewart, E Squared Automotive Group vs. Clear Granada High School announced the scored 5 runs. Austin Sivret had 3 strong Peterson, Madeline Quinn; Leslie Wolf- and Cameron and put up great pitching and hiring of two new basketball coaches. Mike Ben Wiesner, Nathan Woolsey. Diamond Path Business Advisors Top players: E State Farm Insurance—Kaitlin Foley, Kasey defense performances. Cardinals MVPs: innings of relief for the Cubs. Defensively, Backs (Offense) Connor Campbell, Catherine Squared Automotive Group—Madelyn Wood will take over the boys program and centerfielder Brian White made 4 running Jensen, Sabrina McGraw Austin Birdwell, Patrick Schwartz, Justin Linney, Vijay Memula (Defense) Kaegan Anderson, Gabriela Mora, Jessica Schmidt; Sallman, Yang & Alameda 7, J.M. Dalin. Reds MVPs: Tyler McMahon, Logan John Radecke has been tabbed to run the girls catches for the D’backs. Top hitters D’backs Clear Path Business Advisors—Gina program. Nelson, Blake Stokes, Kyle Rodgers: Mari- O’Neill, Inc. Planners/Builders 5 Top play- Koch, Cameron Dixon – Jason Silva 2 singles, double, RBI, 2 runs; ners-(Offense) Mason Eastman, Jade Overton, DiPiazza, Caroline McMorrow, Michelle Radecke has been a part of Granada JT Storti triple, single, 3 RBI, 1 run; Logan ers: Sallman, Yang & Alameda—Elizabeth Astros 2, Cardinals 6: The Cardinals Andy Hankins (Defense) Catherine Frost, Wood Broughton, Kyra Esmeyer, Madeline Quinn; pulled out the win in the seventh inning. basketball for many years, most recently as Van Schaack 2 singles, 3 RBI. Cubs – Austin Austin Overton, Donovan Holmes. E Squared Automotive Group vs. Pleas- the Head Junior Varsity Boys coach. Radecke Sivret single, double, 2 RBI, 2 runs; Nick J.M. O’Neill, Inc. Planners/Builders—Lauren Astros MVPs: Nathan Tabaracci played great Gold Junior 80’s: Granada 9, Manteca anton GlassTop players: E Squared Auto- Brown, Madison Hill, Brianna Molina defense all game! Jared Heise smacked a also has extensive experience coaching girls Campiotti double, 2 runs; Tanner Sandy Gold 1: Granada traveled this weekend to play motive Group—Katelyn Antilla, Amanda single, RBI. Top Pitchers D’backs – Tanner Senior Division: Pleasanton Ready Mix beautiful double! Jose Mariscal got a base hit basketball, including a stint at Moreau Catho- Manteca’s Gold Team. Manteca plays on a Axial All Stars vs. Japonesque Top Concrete, Inc. 11, A.P. Concrete 6: Pleas- that brought in the 2 game tying runs, in the lic as an assistant. In all, Radecke has been Cortez 6 IP, 3 ER, 7 K. Cubs – Austin Sivret 90’s field, so, Granada had to make adjust- players: Axial All Stars—Rebecca Deckinger, 3 1/3 IP, 1 run, 8 K. anton Ready Mix Concrete, Inc. came from bottom of the sixth! Cardinals MVPs: Alex coaching basketball for over 20 years. ments to the larger field. Without missing Grace Nielsen, Megan Rittler; Japonesque— behind to win. A.P. Concrete’s Amber Griffin hit a double in the 7th inning, giving According to Granada principal Chris Cardinals 7, A’s 6. Top Hitters: Cardi- stride, they made those adjustments well. Shanece Hunsaker, Megan Kreider, Danica nals - Ricky Reeves and Matt Ontano both hit Smith did an outstanding job pitching. the Cardinals the lead. Cody Skinner also got Van Schaack, “We are incredibly fortunate to Anthony Olmo and Sean Westphal combined Zierau Monique Montablo made an amazing catch a base hit in the 7th inning. Lazarus McAtee doubles while Michael Pierce, Zachary to throw a no-hitter against the host team in Pilates on Spring vs. Friends of PGSL: be able to get a coach the caliber of John Botelho and Mark Santos hit singles. A’s in the outfield and Erica Smith got 3 RBI’s. was noted for a great at bat with a base hit! Radecke to take over our girls program. Not the first game of a doubleheader. Except for Final game of the season saw two teams For Pleasanton Ready Mix Concrete, Inc. Astros 3, Cardinals 1: The Astros jumped Sebastian Martinez hit a home run over the a few walks, they kept the Manteca hitters off battling it out. Maeve Leininger caught two only does Coach Radecke have extensive fence in center field and Matt Carlo hit a triple. Amanda Zavattero had a great hit and lots of out to a 2 run lead with homers from Jarod balance with good fastballs and off speed fly balls; Raven Bell batted in three runners steals. Kelsey Butler slid into home to give Heise and Will Mohler in the first inning. knowledge of the game, he’s an excellent Michael Bohl, Dominic Carlson, Jacob Lutz, and Abigail Sage displayed excellent offen- teacher and maintains high expectations of pitches. Top Hitters: Taylor Downey 3 for 4, her team another run. Christine Balestreri Alex Griffin made a great catch in center field Matt Droege each hit one single. Top Pitch- 1 run scored, 2 rbi’s; Daniel Whitney 3 for 4, sive and defensive playing. Top players: his players both on and off the court. We ers: Cardinals Matt Hilgen 3 IP, 4H, 4R, 7K, played heads up fielding to get the out at 2nd with the bases loaded in the 4th holding the 1-2B, 2 runs scored, 2 rbi’s; Matt Richards Pilates on Spring—Raven Bell, Maeve base. Top players: Pleasanton Ready Mix Astros to one run in the inning. Cardinals believe he’s the perfect person to help Granada Curtis Wigginton 2IP 1H, 1R, 4K. A’s Jason 1 for 3, 3 rbi’s; Anthony Olmo 4 walks, 3 runs Leininger, Abigail Sage; Friends of PGSL— continue with our recent successes in girls Bohl 2IP, 3H, 3R, 2K, Llewelyn Slone 2IP, Concrete, Inc.—Christine Balestreri, Kelsy MVPs: Brandon Julku 2 - 3; Alex Griffin - scored. Top Pitchers: Anthony Olmo 4 IP, 1 Margaret Cirves, Katie Reding, Danielle Butler, Amanda Zavattero; A.P. Concrete— Great Catch in Outfield; Trevor Chapman - basketball.” The Lady Matadors have earned 2H, 2R, 1K. Michael Pierce hit a walk off run, 5 walks, 7 strikeouts; Sean Westphal 3 Sonobe single driving in the winning run. Monique Montablo, Amber Simon, Erica 1st time pitching.l Astros MVPs: Will NCS Playoff berths each of the past four IP, 2 walks, 1 hit batsman, 3 strikeouts Mini Upper Division: J. Lohr Vine- Smith Mohler - Home Run; Jarod Heise - Home seasons. Diamondbacks 3, Red Sox 0. Starting Granada 15, Manteca Gold 3: Top yards & Wines 7, Titan PCB, Inc. 4: J. Lohr pitchers Logan Van Schaack and Brandon Pleasanton Ready Mix Concrete, Inc. 9, Run; Jordan Scher -Great defense in outfield Wood is known by many in the East Bay Hitters: Kevin Rogers 1 for 3, 1-2B, 2 runs Vineyards & Wines: Jenna O’Neal, Meghan AMS.Net, Inc. 8 Top players: AMS.Net, AAA Division: Mariners 16, Diamond- as a result of his successes as a player at Jefferis were impressive as they hooked up in scored, 3 rbi’s; Daniel Whitney 2 for 2, 1-3B, Pickett and Emily Myer excellent fielding an old-fashioned duel. The Diamondbacks’ Inc.—Michele Benz, Rochelle Erickson, backs 7: The D’backs played a tough game but Foothill High School and Cal State East Bay. 1 run scored, 1 rbi; Nate Preece 1 for 2, 1-2B, and batting. Titan PCB, Inc.: Alyssa Bardakos Ciarra Trujillo; Pleasanton Ready Mix Con- could not hold back the strong Mariner Tanner Cortez set the defensive tone in the 1 run scored, 2 rbi’s; Vince Fernandez 1 for with excellent fielding making 2 outs back to Wood was a four-year college starter and left first inning with a diving stop of a Ryan crete, Inc.—Julia Carvahal, Brittany Jones, offense. For the Diamondbacks, Corbin Cofer as the all-time scoring leader in school 3, 1 run scored, 2 rbi’s; Matt Richards 1 for back. Haley Okumura had good fielding and Trevor Konopka had a great day at the plate with a clutch hit Mathia shot up the middle. In the bottom of 3, 2 runs scored, 1 rbi; David Russell 1 for batting. Sophia Brown made an unassisted history. Wood began coaching and teaching the fourth, the D’backs scored two unearned Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch vs. Tenet and an RBI, and Jacob Huff made an outstand- 2, 1 run scored, 1 rbi. Top Pitchers: Daniel double play, excellent fielding.Top players: Healthcare: Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch’s ing catch in left field and quickly threw to upon graduation from college and has worked runs to break open the game. Top hitters J.Lohr Vineyards & Wines—Emily Myer, with the Amador Valley boys program the Whitney 3 IP, 2 runs, 1 hit, 3 strikeouts; Danielle Scott had great base running, Chelsi Austin Hoggatt to complete the double play. D’backs – Isaiah Mendez single, 2 runs Taylor Downey 2 IP, 1 run, 1 hit, 1 walk, 3 Jenna O’Neal, Meghan Pickett; Titan PCB, last two years. Coach Wood graduated East scored; Michael Duterte single, RBI. Red Bias great catching, injuried Alyssa Santiago For the Mariners, Trevor Davidson had a strikeouts Inc.—Alyssa Bardakos, Sophia Brown, Haley great scorekeeper. Tenet Healthcare’s Megan homerun, Jax Mamaoag had a triple, and Bay with a degree in Kinesiology and cur- Sox – Derek Wilcox 2 singles; Aaron Stoien Granada 4, Pleasanton Foothill 3: The Okumura double; Grant Perry double. Top Pitchers Miller hit a Grand Slam! Leanna Geiger Shaya Filsoof had a double to help the rently teaches physical education in the game started with lead off back-to-back Kimberly Warren~Keller Williams Re- pitched 6 innings, gave up 5 runs, Cassie Livermore school district. D’backs – Logan Van Schaack 5 IP, 0 runs, Mariners to victory. Mariners MVPs: Corbin homers. Granada’s Sean Westphal went op- alty 9, BEMA Electronics 7: There was some Martidale 2 hits and 2 runs. Top players: Cofer, Jacob Huff, Austin Hoggatt. Dia- Principal Van Schaack is excited about 8 K. Red Sox – Brandon Jefferis 4 1/3 IP, 0 posite field, crushing the ball over the right- solid base hits by BEMA Electronics: Celine earned runs, 7 K. Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch—Chelsi Bias, mondbacks MVPs: Trevor Davidson, Jax the passion and enthusiasm that Wood brings center field fence and then Vince Fernandez Germain, Monica Martinez, and Tamilyn Alyssa Santiago, Danielle Scott; Tenet Mamaoag, Shaya Filsoof to the table. “Coach Wood is absolutely the Minor AAA - A’s 15, Diamondbacks 14. followed with a towering and deep homer Kwong. BEMA Electronics’ fielding was What a great game to watch. Each team was Healthcare—Leanna Geiger, Cassie Diamondbacks 5, Giants 6: Diamond- right person for our program at this time. Not over the right field fence. Top Hitters: Vince excellent with plays from Jenyce, Hannah and Martindale, Megan Miller backs MVPs: Kyle Tucker - Great pitching; ahead a couple of times throughout the game Fernandez 2 for 2, 1 HR, 1 run scored, 1 rbi; Karen. Kimberly Warren~Keller Williams only is he committed to making his players but the A’s pulled it off at the end with a Cardinal Jewelers 9, Les Schwab Tires 8: Jordan Davidson - Good “heads-up” defen- better on the basketball court, he’s also a big- Sean Westphal 1 for 3, 1HR, 1 run scored, 1 Realty had great hits with Lauren having a 3 Each team raised the stakes by tying the game sive playing; Conor Cruz - Great pitching couple of key hits. A few of the A’s top hitters rbi; Jordan Thrailkill 1 for 2, 1-2B, 1 run RBI double, and Jenna and Megan each with time character guy. He’s had the opportunity were Conner Gibbons (3 singles, scored during a couple of innings. Christina Schuler Majors: Athletics 13, Yankees 2: The to play for the two of the best coaches in the scored, 1 rbi; Kevin Rogers 1 for 3, 1 run a 2RBI double. Top players: BEMA Elec- scored big with a double. Once on base, she A’s and Yankees battled back and forth for the twice, 2 RBI’s), Sean Haggerty (3 singles, tronics—Hannah Brown, Jenyce Dutcher, area in Coach Isaacs and Coach Biggs, and scored, 3 RBI’s), Adam Padilla (single, scored. stole 3rd and scored at home. Megan Nusser first two innings with the A’s scoring first by Monica Martinez ; Kimberly Warren~Keller highlighted with another double. Top play- plating 2 runs off of singles by Lance Jackson, will no doubt bring a lot of their personality scored twice, 2 RBI’s), Austin Harrison Williams Realty—Lauren Blach, Jenna with him. He has a great career ahead of him (single, double, scored), and Keven Zaia ers: Cardinal Jewelers—Megan Nusser, Jacob McCall and Brent McGarvey. The Pleasanton Girls Softball Crawford, Megan Shackley Christina Schuler; Les Schwab Tires— Yankee’s answered back when Chandler as a varsity basketball coach and we’re thrilled (double, scored); top hitters for the Diamond- Titan PCB, Inc. 16, BEMA Electronics that he’s beginning it with us.” backs were Jacob Jackson (2 HR’s, single, Pleasanton Girls Softball League results: Kensey Anderson, Mykah Harden, Norissa Shetron scored in the bottom of the second 6: BEMA Electronics: Great fielding by Matison. after he singled and was advance by a couple scored three times, 2 RBI’s), Jason Campbell T-Ball: Valentine Wealth Management Maddy McGarry. Base hits by Jenyce Dutcher (triple, single, scored twice), and Matt Ryan Inc. vs. Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream: Top of walks, scored when Leroy Williams and Monica Martinez. Titan PCB, Inc.: RBI grounded to second. With the score at 2-1, (3 singles, scored twice). Top pitchers for the players: Valentine Wealth Management by Caroline Clark. Great batting and fielding Foothill Little League A’s were Conner Gibbons, Joseph Carrillo Inc.—Andrea Harding, Emily Sanchez, Livermore American LL Scott Chapeta drew a walk to lead off the 3rd Pleasanton Foothill Little League re- by Karina Galvez, Karlee Schweitzer and and stole second. He was brought home on and Austin Harrison. Top pitching for the Mackenzie Wiedel; Dreyer’s Grand Ice Caroline Clark. Top players: BEMA Elec- Livermore American Little League re- sults: Diamondbacks were Kyle Tupper, Jason Cream—Francesca Cardoza, Madison sults: a RBI single from Josh Revay who was A Division: Riverdogs vs. Redwings. tronics—Jenyce Dutcher, Monica Martinez, brought home by a towering homerun by Campbell, Randall Young, and Dominic Fingerut, Sophia Moore Maddy McGarry; Titan PCB, Inc.—Caroline T-Ball: Nationals vs. Rockes. Nationals Thursday May 15 was a brutally hot day at Mingione. Micro Division: Saavy Seconds vs. Niki MVPs: Wesley Edwards, Gretchen JKrenz, Trevor Houghton. From there the A’s never the Sports Park, but there was a baseball game Clark, Karina Galvez, Karlee Schweitzer looked back as the bats stayed hot with 3 runs Mariners 11, Diamondbacks 8: Top Pitch- Ward Photography: For Saavy Seconds, Minor Rec Division: Tomarco Contrac- Michael Chen; Rockies MVPs: Tucker to be played between the Redwings and the ers- D’Backs: Jake Jackson- 2 I, 5K; Jake Zoey Castillo had a nice hit to center, Carly Vonderach, Jackson Stuart, Brandon scoring in the 4th and 5th and 2 more runs in Riverdogs, and play it they did. Fortified by tor Specialties 8, West Masonry 7: Tomarco the 6th. The A’s had a strong pitching effort Olofoson-2 I, 5K. Mariners: Anthony Miller Rose Recupero hustled to base to outrun the Contractor Specialties’ Marissa Camarena’s McDougall. Strong bats and swift running of lukewarm Gatorade, Andrew had two base 2 I, 3K; Jared Baranis 2 I, 4 K. Top Hitters: ball, and Kiana Meagher made a great out at the bases by Wesley Edwards, Gretchen from Scott Chapeta and Ian O’Brian as they hits and Devin one. Sean pitched and had two fantastic catch in the outfield; Alex Gray’s kept the Yankees off balance all day scattering D’Backs: Dominic Mingione 3B (off of 3rd. For Niki Ward Photography, McKenna double hit to centerfield, and Catcher Jaclyn Krenz and Michael Chen of the Nationals. K’s. Anthony also pitched, and recorded a errors), 1B; Matthew Ryan- 2B. Mariners- Harris made a nice out at home, Rachel Taffe Superb defense by Tucker Vonderach, Jack- 6 hits over the game, striking out 10 batters. putout and an assist from the mound. Long’s put out throw to 2nd base to end the Yankees MVPs: Tyler Dancer (2b, RBI and Jared Baranis-1 in the park homerun, 3B, 1B; had a wonderful play at 2nd, and Alyssa Wu game. West Masonry’s Jennifer Zaballos’ son Stuart and Brandon McDougall of the The Redwings and the Bees turned in Max Wigginton- 1B, 1W. This was a nailbiter showed great speed getting to the base. Top Rockies. Both teams demonstrated great 3 1/3 innings pitched); Chandler Shetron (2- some great plays in the field and played heads triple and 2 RBI’s; Jordan Brown’s double 1b’s and 1R) and Leroy Williams (1 RBI). A's of a game. Tied 8-8 in the 4th inning and the players: Saavy Seconds—Zoey Castillo, and excellent pitching by Kiley Stoewll.Top fielding and hitting techniques, as well as, up baseball. Playing first base proved to be Mariners pulled off three runs to win the Keana Meagher, Carly Rose Recupero; Niki great team spirit!! MVPs: Trevor Houghton (1-1b, HR, 2- a good spot for Trevor Doster as he made the players: Tomarco Contractor Specialties— RBI’s, 1-R); Josh Revay (3-1b’s, 1-2b, 5- game! Ward Photography—McKenna Harris, Rachel Marissa Camarena, Alex Gray, Jaclyn Long; Twins vs. Brewers: Twins MVPs: Matteo play from two different pitchers. Austin Minor A - Mariners: Offense- Andrew Taffe, Alyssa Wu Crivello, James Wilcox and Joseph Bartoni; RBI’s, 1-R) and Ian O’Brien (1-2b, 1R and Groeniger had a great performance pitching West Masonry—Jordan Brown, Kiley 2 innings pitched with 0 R and 5-K’s) . Lewis, Seth Davis, Tyler Thompson: De- Saavy Seconds vs. Friends of PGSL: Stowell, Jennifer Zaballos Brewers MVPs: Cassandra Matchett, Atlantis and on one play scooped up the ball and threw fense- Dillan Martinez, Bradley Bailey, Top players: Saavy Seconds—Sierra Bohnet, Simmons and Trulani Simmons Junior Division: LALL 80s Giants 2, to Trevor for the out at first. Next inning with ContraCosta CountyPublic Auto Auc- LALL 80s Mariners 12: The Mariners played Michael Thaete. A’s: Offense- Sam Miller, Esparanza Lotti, Brynne Starron; Friends of tion 8, Tomarco Contractor Specialities 8: Pirates vs. Giants: Strong appearnaces at Owen Camp pitching he got the ball and also Vincent Dixon, Seth Street: Defense- Riley PGSL—Aliyah Baxter, Emily Cabral, Sarah the plate by Samuel Bush, Ainsley Gibbs, another great game as they beat the GLL threw to Trevor for another out at first base The star of the game was Ashley Beyer who Giants. Ben Jacobson had an RBI double in Van Trease, Alex Northrop, Lukas Owen. Layer stepped to the plate in the bottom of the 5th and Ben Neumayer. Pirates MVPs: Samuel for the Redwings. Great pitching by Austin, Diamondbacks (Offense): Jason Van All Star Sports vs. Fritz’s Landscaping Bush, Ainsley Gibbs, Ben Neumayer. Giants the second inning and an RBI single in the Owen and Carter. T inning and drove in the tying run. Top Bladel; Lucas Anninos, Brian Mahoney; Company: Top players: All Star Sports— players: Contra Costa County Public Auto AA Division: Red Sox 9, Pirates 8: Top (Defense): Colton Casey, Dominic Giuliano; Haley Carr, Abigail Fried, Addyson Mapes; Offensive Players: Cliff Moran hit one single Auction—Ashley Beyer, Katryna Deluz, Caleb Nale. Red Sox (Offense): Hector Salcedo, Fritz’s Landscaping Company—Claire Emily Roskopf; Tomarco Contractor Speci- with 2 RBI’s, Mitchell Lawrance hit one Garrett Borba, Michael Silva (Defense): JJ Fuller, Hayden Lahr, Lauren Slaton double, Joe Desmond, Will Mattingly, and alities—Kenall Ciesielski, Alex Gray, Kathryn Morley; Joel Gauch; Chad Hemmig. Saavy Seconds vs. Leslie Wolf-State Kitayana Matthew Morosoli scored with home steals. Cardinals vs. Cubs: Cardinals (offense) Farm Insurance: Top players: Saavy Sec- Almost everyone tried to steal a base and ContraCosta CountyPublic Auto Auc- Dmitrij Boyd, Trevor Campbell, Cameron onds—Jordan Ciesielski, Inez Denoncourt, tion 15, Hyatt Summerfield Suites 2 Top succeeded. Top Defensive Players: Mitchell McGee (Defense) Joey Lestochi, Ben Dupuis, Allie Simon; Leslie Wolf-State Farm Insur- Lawrence as a reliever in the 4th top striked players: Hyatt Summerfield Suites—Alexis Nicolas LaRosa Cubs (offense) Mark ance—Alyssa Crumrine, Raina Jasuja, Teirra Bianco, Megan Ferguson, Rachel Lanning; out three hitters closing the game. Matthew Silverthorn, Reid Heffron, Zach McDonald Moncada Morosoli and Tanner Calcagno demonstrated (defense) Tyler Rodgers, Troy Wentworth, J.P. Builders vs. Excel Realty & Mort- solid pitchings for three innings. Weston Bradley. gage: Top players: J.P. Builders— Michaela AAA Division: Nationals 6, Orioles 12: Farm - Giants (Offense) Derek Cabral, Terra McHone, Halle Uhl; Excel The 10-1 first place Orioles took their run Eijansantos, Jacob Eijansantos, Jorden Garcia Realty & Mortgage—Kate Inman, Kailey scoring machince to meet the Nationals (Defense) Chad Goldsberry, Joey Katen, Kalabolas, Avery Long Monday night. Orioles beat the Nationals 12- Ryan Lortie. Red Sox (Offense) Colby Gib- Leslie Wolf-State Farm Insurance vs. 6 on some big hits. Nick Martins single and bons, Sebastian Lechner, Ethan James (De- The Hopyard Alehouse & Grill: Top players: double lead the way. Top Offensive Players: fense) Henry Kath, Taylor Pine, Jaxen Leslie Wolf-State Farm Insurance—Alyssa Nate Gipson, Arthur Hwang; Top Defensive McLaren. Yankees (Offense) Caleb Hachler, Crumrine, Cierra Lofthouse-Wolf, Emma Players: Nick Bush, Timmy Wu, Jimmy Peyton Peterson, Quinn Tudor (Defense) Monsen; The Hopyard Alehouse & Grill— Ritter Ryan Layton, RJ Mata, Christopher Bonnie Crawford, Lauren Melvin, Michaela Red Sox 10, Tigers 6: The Red Sox Schonholtz; Athletics (Offense) Harrison Riter defeated the Tigers 10 – 6 in an exciting and Meadows, Ryan James, Morgan Labrucherie Mini Rec Division: Assist Tel-Com vs. well played game. Luther Little led the Tigers (Defense) Grant Blockley, Elijah Beedles, AMS: Great 1st base back up by Assist Tel- hitting attack with two doubles, a single, one Dylan Graham. Blue Jays (Offense) Jacob Com’s Alexa Mcgee. Nice hit by Jessica RBI and two runs scored. Other Tiger hitting Gonzalez, Robert Sandoval, Noah Wiesner Damota. Great outfielding by McKenna stars were Troy Bachard who had two singles, (Defense) Sydney Keshmiry, Trevor Kerby, Moura. AMS’s Kami Kodama made a great one RBI and scored a run, Sammy Cabral had Wyatt Moseley: Pirates -(Offense) Tyler fly ball catch and Adrianna Lotti hit a a double, one RBI and scored a run, and Nick Hattori, Tommy Reeves, Adrian Ayala (De- double.Top players: Assist Tel-Com—Jes- Powers singled and had two RBI. Defen- fense) Nathan Kamm, Jane Abele, Bradley sica Damota, Alexa McGee, McKenna Moura; sively the Tigers made a lot of great plays. Mitchell. AMS—Kami Kodama, Andrea Lopez, Luther Little picked off a Red Sox runner at Cardinals (Offense) Zachary Macintire, Adrianna Lotti third base from his catcher position, Joshua Drew Marples, Chandler Orluck; (Defense) Assist Tel-Com vs. Moonshot Girls: Ott did a great job catching and Troy Bachard Ethan Lux, Cameron Stephenson, Justin Hannah Friesen and Shelby Cabral of made several great defensive plays for the Watson. Mets (Offense) Angel Becerra, Caleb Moonshot Girls catch pop flys. Nalani Tigers at various positions. Joshua Ott did not give up a hit or run and struck out two Red Sox batters in his two innings of pitching for the Tigers. Top Offensive Players: Luther Little, Troy Bachard, Sammy Cabral; Top Defensive Players: Troy Bachard, Luther Little, Joshua Ott. Majors: Giants 3, Angels 5: The Angels beat the Giants 5:3 in an exciting weekend game. Matt Weir caught a high fly ball in right field in the 1st inning and Camden Murtagh ended the 3rd by catching a line drive at short stop. Kevin Vigallon pitched well to Jordan Ott at catch during the first 4 innings holding the Giants to only one run. Ivan Swalve took the pitchers mound in the 4th with Matt Winsby at catch. In the 5th inning, Winsby bunted a single and Ott had a base hit. Winsby and Ott both stole home bringing the score to a tie 2:2. In the bottom of the 6th the Angels began hitting when Vigi started things off with a base hit. With the bases loaded Derek “D” Bannister hit a double for 3 RBIs bringing in Vigi, Stephen Chipman and Amir Patel and the Angels took the lead. Chipman was the closing pitcher holding the Giants at 3 for the final score Angels 5, Giants 3. A’s 1, Rangers 8: The A’s lost their 2nd game of the season against the hard hitting Rangers. Justin Gibson, Josh Stevens and Ruben Mercado pitched well but it wasn’t The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 - PAGE 9

fourth inning. Nino Carmignani had an RBI Giants; Fans were seeing double as the Giants Junior 80s Gold: Pleasanton 5, Foot- Arellano were also on the third place 200 free designed for those who are new to the game single in the second inning and an RBI double took on the Giants! The Orange Giants hill 6: Down by 6 runs, Pleasanton American relay team. Golf for Women opened with a double from Marcus Robles, scored their first run in the bottom of the 3rd and would enjoy learning how to play in a in the fourth inning. Jed Lipp made a great The third freshman was Tim McLauglin The 3rd annual Business Golf for Women leisurely, relaxed atmosphere. catch in center that resulted in a double play only to be followed by an amazing double- inning, when a double by Jack Hoffmann who took eighth in the 500 free and 9th in the will be held Tues., June 3 at Poppy Ridge play from Black Giant Antonio LaManna. brought runner Mark Slifer home. The runs Some of the special June programs: Each in the fifth inning to end the game. Mariners 200 IM. Golf Course, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday in June, women Top Players: Ben Jacobson, Nino Then, double-trouble for the Orange Giants continued in the 4th with a single by Kevin Not to be overlooked was Tyler Pullen as twins Mason and Colby Smith took to the Faggiano and walk by Ryan Mahoney. Both The day begins with registration and a receive $25 off greens fees for tee times Carmignani, Jed Lipp who finished second in the diving competi- continental breakfast followed by guest speaker LALL 80s Athletics 10, Granada 80s plate with matching set of blasts to the runners advanced after a pitcher balk. A tion. Pullen missed finishing first by the between noon and 3 p.m.; Women receive 30 outfield, knocking in 2 runs, of course. The double by Chis Kinney brought Faggiano Nancy Berkley at 9:30 a.m. Golf clinics will percent discount daily on merchandise in The Cardinals 2: This game was much closer than incredibly small margin of 0.65 points. be offered between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. the final score would indicate. Nick Gaul, Orange Giants answered back with their own and Mahoney home. Eric Crispell had a rbi, Arellano had a pair of narrow misses for Golf Shop; Friend Learns For Free program double-whammy: Joshua Goldstein and Ryan bringing Kinney home. followed by lunch. After lunch a 9-hole golf allows a woman to schedule a regular lesson Jackson Mancieri and Matt Stoebe all pitched individual All-League honors, finishing fourth tournament tees off at 1 p.m. A networking well for the A’s holding the Cardinals to just Myers hitting for power. Pleasanton American 9, Pleasanton Foot- in the 50 free by 0.09 and fourth in the 100 with the Golf Professional Team and bring 6 hits in the game. Sean Followill played Top Players: Black Giants: Antonio hill 5: Lots of enthusiasm and runs scored in free by .37. reception, awards, wine tasting and prizes along a friend to learn at no extra charge; The solid defense behind the plate and also had a LaManna, Mason Smith, Colby Smith; Game 2, despite the heat. In inning 1, Mark The Amador Valley JV Girls finished follow the tournament, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Women’s Learn To Golf Program begins great game offensively going 2-2, scoring 2 Orange Giants: Marcus Robles, Joshua Slifer’s base hit resulted in a run with Tyler fourth in the EBAL League meet with some Tickets are $49 for breakfast, the seminar Monday, June 23 and extends into July runs, and getting a RBI. The A’s Also hit 2 Goldstein, Ryan Myers; Padres: Jared Perrson, Rains’ rbi. A squeeze play bunt by Jack great individual performances. Emily Pease and clinics; and $89 for the full day program. Jarret Baucke, Caden Emry; Black Giants: Hoffmann landed a run by Mark Slifer in featuring five 90-minute instructional ses- home runs the first coming in the 5th from posted the team’s best finish of the day with To register go to www.poppyridgegolf.com. sions, with golf clubs provided to those who Kyle Penrod and the 2nd coming in the 7th Evan Nystrom, Grant Ikeda, Joshua White; inning 3. Eric Crispell’s hit brought in Jack a fifth in the 100 back. Sarah Turner took 9th Diamondbacks: Alexas van der Veen, Blake Hoffmann. 4 runs were scored in the 4th don’t have their own set. Each session is to from Jonny Dalin. Jonny has been on fire at in the same event and also had an 11th in the begin at 6 p.m. Session dates are June 23, July the plate and also had a big single in the first Burrell, Niles Moy; Orange Giants: Jonathon inning with rbe’s by Chris Kinney, Mitch 100 IM. Michelle Schirle and Renee Miller Pro-Amigos Golf Tourney Mulrooney, Victor Samara, Gaston Sanchez; Worsey (brought in 2) and Eric Crispell. The Pro-Amigos Golf Tournament will 1, 7, 14 and 23. Registration is now available and drove in 4 runs for the game. Daniel went 9, 10 in the 50 free for the team’s other for the Women’s Learn To Golf Program, Morgan also played well and went 2-2. The Dodgers: Justin Siegel, Nick Leggat, Kyle Final 2 runs were scored in the 5th inning. top 10 finishes. JV Boys: For the second be held Fri., May 30 at the Las Positas Golf A’s are now 19-0 on the season. As MVPs: Winkler; Cardinals: Nolan Kitsuse, John Barrett Fitzgerald hit a double and later, was week in a row the Amador Valley JV boys had Course, 917 Clubhouse Dr., Livermore. which is $99 per person. Jackson Mancieri, Matt Stoebe, Kyle Penrod Movan, Charles Fillipucci; Padres: Evan able to score on an overthrow. Kinney had the a close call. Last week they finished two Format is 4 person scramble. For more details or to reserve a tee time, LNLL 80s 3, LALL 80s Athletics 5: This Purl, Nicholas Benefield, Ian Humes; Dodg- final rbi. points short of beating Foothill and this week Check in at 11 a.m., shotgun start at 1 call The Course At Wente Vineyards at (925) was a terrific game the Nationals kept the As ers: Ben Leggat, David Woodbridge, Wyatt they finished in fourth place in the EBAL p.m., no host cocktails and dinner at 6 p.m. 456-2475. off balance all night with great pitching. The Calkins; Black Giants: Mason Smith, Mat- League meet by 2.5 points to San Ramon thew Kovacs, Todd Neizman; Rockies: $125 entry fee includes green fees, cart, A’s also had a nice pitching performance by Youth Lacrosse Valley. Despite the disappointment, the team beverages on course, and dinner. William Stewart and Jackson Mancieri the Tommy Latkowski, Luke Helmuth-Bella, Capping off an undefeated season, the was proud of their results. Hats Off America Russell Mendenhall; All proceeds will be donated to Pro- two combined for 11 strikeouts in 7 innings. Pleasanton Girls Lacrosse Twister team was The team started out the meet on the right Amigos, a not for profit organization dedi- The 11th Hats Off America Red T-Shirt The As’ offense was triggered by an incredible T-Ball Division: Once again, the Giants foot, winning the Medley Relay behind the and the Cards played a game for the ages. Eric a favorite to win in the Northern California cated to providing humanitarian services to 10K Run/5K Walk will be held on Saturday, day at the plate by Jonny Dalin, Jonny had Lacrosse Tournament on Saturday, May 17, strong swimming of Justin Sun, Trevor June 7. It begins at 10 a.m. at Sycamore 2 home runs in 2 at bats and drove in 3. Ruluma and Josh Spencer came through for Landas, Sam Martin and Chris Johnston. The communities in or around Puerto Penasco, the Cards with their hitting show! Drew at Mace Ranch Park in Davis, but back to back Mexico. The tournament is limited to 72 Valley Park, 2101 Holbrook Drive, Danville, Continuing his hot streak at the plate! Nick games in 105 temperatures took its toll on the other two relay teams also swam well with the rain or shine. Gaul also had a nice game going 1-2 with a Dillon and Nolan Kelley showed up and put 200 free relay (Nick Wee, Martin, Joey Silva, players. Fourteen trophies and prizes will be on a hitting clinic for the Giants. Ben Twister. awarded. Tournament organizers are cur- Entry fee is $35 per person. All runners clutch 2 out RBI in the first. Drew Falabella, The Twister began the tournament with Landas) taking third and the 400 free relay Chris Holzschuh, Matt Stoebe, Sean Tiedemann played defense for the Cards that team of Matthew Sun, Johnston, Silva, and rently looking for sponsors who would be and volunteers will receive a red t-shirt and Followill, and Zach Moore all chipped in would put any big leaguer to shame. Grant a victory over the South Bay Crusaders with Justin Sun taking fourth. recognized during the event ceremonies, in lunch donated by El Balazo Restaurant . with hits of their own. This was a tough win Dufek came through for the Giants with all- a score of 15-6. Cambi Cukar, Lindsey Kail On the individual side, Justin Sun had the tournament sponsorship materials, as There is no entry fee for volunteers. highlighted by the A’s hallmarks all season star defense. Top Players: Giants: Drew and Mackenzie Schoen each scored hat tricks an impressive meet. He finished a scant .84 well as posted on the website. For information or to register or volun- pitching and defense. The A’s are now 20-0 Dillion, Grant Dufek, Nolan Kelly; Cardi- (3 goals) in the game. Outstanding ground out of first in the 100 back, taking second and For more information on registering for teer, contact Sparky George at (925) 855- for the year with 5 games remaining they have nals: Ben Tiedemann, Josh Spencer, Eric balls were hit by Cierra Kocik and Andrea also had a third in the 100 IM. The backstroke 1950 or [email protected] Visit Ruluma. the tournament or sponsorships, contact a real shot at going undefeated this season. A's Arden. Excellent defense was played by was a particularly strong event for the Dons. Antonio Garcia 413-1890 or Marc Williams www.hatsoffamerica.us. The site includes MVPs: Jonny Dalin, William Stewart, Nick Madison Steele, Hannah Stapp, and Rebecca They placed five of the top 13 swimmers with 337-6209 or visit www.proamigos.org. links to other organizations that support our Gaul Dumanski. Goalie Molly Grozier had amaz- Johnston taking third, Mahir Kalra eighth, troops. Hats Off America is a nonprofit, tax- LALL 80s Mariners 11, San Ramon Pleasanton American LL ing saves. Matthew Sun 10 and Wee 13th. exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Valley 80s Red Sox 10: Mariners’ hitting, PleasantonAmerican Little League re- Twister played Livermore immediately Stefan Hall had a pair of fourth place Memorial Golf Classic pitching, and defense came together to squeak sults: finishes, the 500 free and the 100 breaststroke following the first game. Cukar passed from In an effort to honor and recognize the first by the Red Sox. Ben Jacobson hit a clutch T-Ball: Yankees vs. Athletics: Yankees behind the net to Lynnea Flaherty for the goal. while Martin also had a top five finish, taking Bowling News double in the fifth inning to drive in two runs played an excellent game on Saturday against a third in the 50 fly. fallen Officer from the Dublin office, the 390 McKalee Mooney scored on her infamous Squad Club is sponsoring the First Annual Youth Bowler Payton Giambrone rolled to put the Mariners back in the game. the Athletics. Cole Mattos gave a great boost shovel shot. Flaherty scored again earning a Silva, Landas, Kalra, and James Cheney Jacobson also made a great running catch in to the game by his spectacular batting skills. all had multiple top 10 finishes. Silva in the Officer John P. Miller Memorial Golf Clas- his highest series yet. Payton, with a current the seventh inning to help stop a potential Joshua Frans amazed everyone with his hat trick. Down 4-7 at the half, Olivia 50 free (8th) and the 100 free (10th), Landas sic. It will be held on Monday, June 16, 2008, average of 190, rolled an awesome 808 series game tying Red Sox rally in the bottom of outstanding batting skills. Jaden Cardera Deutschman charged down the field and in the breaststroke (6th) and IM (9th) and 10 AM, at Sunol Valley Golf Club. with games of 240, 289 and 279. In the the seventh. Chris DiPeso and Sara Marquez demonstrated his excellent batting and in- scored. Evan Murphy, Kirsten Jensen, and Cheney with ninth place finishes in the 200 The tournament benefits the California Generation Gap League, youth bowler Travis combined for 10 strike outs on the mound for field play skills. Brianna Nicholas beefed up the defense and and 500 freestyle races. In addition to his 8th Highway Patrol 11-99 Foundation, Northern Norwood rolled 172 over hsi average with the Mariners. DiPeso picked off a runner at Indians vs. Red Sox: Tyler Larson stopped Livermore from scoring. Less than in the backstroke, Kalra took 7th in the 100 California Concerns of Police Survivors games of 209, 206 and 204 for a 619 series. second to keep the Red Sox scoreless in the slammed the ball into the field. He is an a minute left in the game, Tori Larsen raced free. (C.O.P.S.) and 390 Squad Club. Cost is Greg Kwasniak, in the Monday Mashers, bottom of the third. Marquez singled for an awesome outfielder too. Matthew Hong down the field. She misses the shot, but Wee also had a top ten finish taking 10th $125 per person, which includes lunch, golf, turned in games of 279 and 278. Diane Belak RBI and scored a run in a six run rally in the quickly fielded the ball and made some Lauren Hall scooped it up and scored with less in the 50 fly. cart, tee prizes & dinner. Sponsorships start had a great set with games of 186-227-200 for top of the fifth. Mariners MVPs: Ben Jacobson, spectacular plays. He is a great team player. than 20 seconds left. The game was tied and Girls Varsity: With Catherine Breed and for as little as $250. a 613 series. In the same league, Sean Kyle Chris DiPeso, Sara Marquez Michael Rodriguez whizzes around the bases. went into overtime. Livermore scored in Kayleigh Foley leading the way with record rolled a 225. In the Getaway Fours League, The Indians were amazing. They hit like the setting performances, the Amador Valley The public is invited to participate in the sudden death to win 10-9. Outstanding job golf tournament & honor Officer John P. Jerry Friesen had a 727 Series with games of pros and scrambled for the ball. was turned in by goalie Lexi Nicholas. girls closed a successful EBAL season with 216-279-232, while Jeff Cote rolled a 233 Livermore National LL Farm B: Yankees vs. Athletics: The a fourth place finish in the league meet. Miller for his service. Please contact the 390 Yankees were hot against the A’s on Saturday Breed set the tone early, shattering an Squad Club at 925-828-0466 for further game. In the Tuesday night Balhorn/O’Dell Livermore National Little League re- Construction League, Wayne Brewster rolled sults: and it had nothing to do the with the warm Pony Baseball EBAL record in the first individual event of information or to sign up no later than Friday, weather. Grant Hoffman made his bat sizzle the meet. Her 1:47:76 time in the 200 free was May 30, 2008. a 279 game. Also on Tuesday night in the Lab Juniors Division: The LNLL’s 80’s Pony Baseball results: League, Keith Coffee recorded a 232. House Team defeated San Ramon Hammers with heat with his high balls to the outfield. almost four seconds faster than the previous First baseman Garret Riechenbach never let Pleasanton Mustang Cubs 12, Fremont record.. She went on to break the record in the Wednesday Wonders League bowler Eric 11 to 5. Michael George had a great base hit Mustang Pirates 11: Cubs came from behind and stole 2nd 3rd and home. Kevin Humes those A’s see him sweat as he protected his 500 free, a record that had been set in 1992, Football and Cheer Williford was high with a 257. Kings and base hit for an rbi in the 1st and a double in base with determination. Nicholas Skinner, in dramatic fashion to defeat the previously posting a 4:51:21. Both times are Automatic Livermore Youth Football & Cheer Liv- Queens League had great sets from bowler the 4th. Cody West also doubled in the 2nd. set the field on fire with his great awesome unbeaten Pirates in the bottom of 6th inning. All-American times. ermore Youth Football & Cheer (LYF&C) is Chad Chinen with 202-258-254 for a 714 There were numerous rbi’s. Defense was hot catches and throws. With the bases loaded, 2 outs, and a count of After seeing the freshman Breed set a full contact football league that has been series and Todd Winer 245-233-258 for a 736 with the highlights of Stevens high fly catch Farm A: White Sox vs. Yankees: The 2-2, Dustin Dukleth crushed one deep into league records, the senior was not to be out established for 35 years. The league strives to series. In the same league, Greg Kwasniak at 3rd saving runs and Reed Oz’s trick at 1st. team played an excellent game all around. left/center field, driving in Sean Sullivan for done. Foley went out in her first individual bowled 289 and 264 games. Right behind Gene Carns was right on top of his batting event, the 50 free, and, not only won the event teach the fundamentals of both football and It’s all about watching the ball the winning run. Sullivan also had a banner cheer that are needed to make the transition was Dan Gibson with a 252 and Jason Barrett Scores: San Ramon Hammers (5)-80’s form with good drives that produced a double day, getting 2 clutch hits, scoring 2 runs, with by over a second, but broke the league record with a 253 game. Woman Bowler Sheryl and triple. Andrew Millar’s quick fielding at by .32 seconds with a 23.73 time. Following into High School both rewarding and as House (11); 80’s House (0)-Granada Giants 2 RBI’s. Nolan Burton was a leader offen- smooth as possible. Common, in the Early Years Reno Getaway, (5); PFLL Cardinals (2)-90’s House (11); second base earned was great to watch. And sively today with 3 hits, 1 run, and 3 RBI’s. up that outstanding effort, Foley went out in of course Dyllan Hazen is constantly raising the 100 free and broke a 22 year-old record, Football and cheer squads have been very had a great night with games of 189-225-231 LALL1 (12)-80’s House (10); 90’s House (2)- Max Gershman had 2 hits and a pair of RBI’s, for a 645 series. Also in the same loop, Roger San Ramon Bandits (1); Tassajara Valley (9)- the bar at bat and hammered out the very first blazing to a 51.03 finish. Again, both times successful in the highly competitive Diablo home run from the White Sox this season. and Marcel Taboada and Alvin Carroll each are All-American times. Valley Youth Football Conference (DVYFC). Purta bowled a 245 game and Tammy 90’s House (7); LALL2 A’s (5)-80’s House contributed key hits and runs. Reed Marques, Butkiewiez a 209 game. Friday Family Affair (3); 80’s House (4)-LALL1 Mariners (8); White Sox vs. Athletics: A well-fought The future is bright for the Dons as The league consists of 18 “city” teams that game, with two strong teams. The White Sox Kohlton Clark, and Michael Yang showed freshmen, Tory Houston, Natalie Wong, and attract the best football players and cheerlead- bowler Gabe Donahue rolled a 254 game and Dublin Giants (10)-80’s House (9); patience at the plate and savy baserunning, Top Players: San Ramon Hammers: batting stayed solid; Jacob Schreiber nailed Danielle Stickler posted impressive debuts in ers in the Alameda and Contra Costa Coun- Jim Neal a 235. Ending the week in the Speery, Kakishta, Lee; 80’s House: Steven the ball repeatedly with drives to left field, and each converted walks into runs scored. the league meet. Houston took a fourth in the ties. There are 5 levels to tryout for with ages Sunday night Generation Gap League, Ray Chappell, Kevin Humes, Michael George; earning doubles and singles, and Matthew Cubs defense was nearly flawless with just 1 100 Breaststroke and a fifth in the 200 IM. 7 to 14 (football) 5 to 14 (cheerleading). Salas rolled a 278 game. 80’s House: Austin Hummel, Matt Greeny, Papageorge grabbed another home run. At error and providing great backup for pitchers Stickler took a 10th in the 100 back while Registration will be held May 22 from 6-8 pm Reed Ozdinski; Granada Giants: Gan, field, Kaelan Skipper at first base and else- Burton, Gershman, Marques, and Dukleth. Wong finished a couple of seconds behind @ Round Table Pizza 1024 East Stanley Nardirossol, Bondoc; PFLL Cardinals: An- where was solid, and Braxton Henley made Houston in the IM to grab a seventh, and also Lacrosse Coach a great diving catch. took a ninth in the 500 free. Wong led a pack Blvd. “ web-site www.eteamz.com/lyfc or thony, Gio, Sean; 90’s House: Stevie Bender, email [email protected]/lyfc Granada High School has an opening for Josh Diaz, Austin Nelson; LALL1: #10 Joe, Angels vs. Red Sox: It was a slow start Pleasanton Girls Storm B of AV swimmers home in the 500 as Marie a boys Lacrosse coach. Please contact Clark #7 Jed, #9 Dipeso; 80’s House: Cody West, on this hot day for the Angels but by the The Pleasanton Storm B team ended Schmidt and Casey Coughlin finished right second inning the boys were able to rally behind. Conover, GHS AD. at 925-606-4800 x 3636 Bobby Lyons, Ben Alexander; 90’s House: their season on Saturday with outstanding Correction or email [email protected]. Stevie Bender, Christian Tudino, Scott together and really had a great game against Not to be outdone by the fantastic fresh- the Red Sox. First up to catch a fly ball for performances by all team members. In men, the upper classes were also well repre- In the May 15 Independent, a caption Vargas; San Ramon Bandits: Hasselfeld, Petaluma they played the Lamorinda Storm Kido, Polansky; Tassajara Valley: Harrison, the Angels was Mike Wiborn. Then, about sented. Schmidt grabbed an 8th in the 200 free under the photo of a lacrosse game provided half way through the game, it was Jack and were down at half time 3-2. Sabrina Ehlert with Coughlin coming in 11. Jenn Docto and incorrect scores. The Granada High School Leach, Torres; 90’s House: Anthony Mazotti, had a save in goal and also scored a goal. Cameron Nguyen, Frank Robles; LALL2 Nielsen’s turn to catch a fly ball. Lucas Marina Allen went 9,10 in the 50 free. Docto teams won all of the games with Granada at A’s: Dalin, Stewart, Marcien; 80’s House: Babati made a great fly ball catch at center Jackie Gilbert had 4 goals and Emily Barrett also grabbed a 10 in the 100 free. both the varsity and junior varsity level. Craig Woolsen, Mat Greeny, Ben Alexander; field. had 2 goals. Mallory Manzano had 4 saves The relay teams also posted good re- 80’s House: Austin Gomes, Michael George, White Sox vs. Red Sox: This was a well- and the team effort ended in a 7-5 victory. sults, the 200 Medley relay (Breed, Houston, Cody West; LALL1 Mariners: Woods, Devin, played game. Andrew Millar has become a After a brief break to catch their breath, have Allen, Foley) took third, the 200 free relay Baseball Clinic Greg; Dublin Giants: Harrol, Tgro, Keller; firm and consistent batter (including a double a drink and wipe off the sweat they headed (Docto, Allen, Schmidt, Houston) took a this time) and is reliable in the field. Kaelan’s fourth and, capping the meet with a nice Summer All Skills Baseball Clinic, June 80’s House: Steven Chappell, Craig Woolsen, back on the field to face Ross Valley. Jennifer 23-26 for players ages 9-14. Focus on offen- Reed Ozdinski; fielding was excellent, his throwing arm in Gubner had an outstanding game and re- showing, the 400 medley relay team (Bree, evidence with a long throw to third from Docto, Schmidt and Foley) took second. sive/defensive mechanics. With skills devel- Majors Division: Giants vs. Dodgers; corded 6 saves. Goals scored by Victoria opment techniques, this clinic will encourage Nothing like good baseball to get people riled outfield. Jacob Schreiber had some strong Winter, Emily Barrett and Keli Wheatley. up. J.J. sent a homer over the fence and played low drives and made a good hustle to first each player to strive for the next competitive base. Ross Valley proved to be too much and the level of their game. For more information, great on 1st. Pitcher Dowd did a nice job girls lost 8-3. New Player Festival holding back the Giants. A big 2 run dbl from Angels vs. Athletics: The Angels did a call Coach Max Valencia (925) 639-9034 and great job contending with the heat and played Pleasanton Lacrosse Club (PLC) will go to www.colt45s.net Bernacil got the D’s rolling. G’s Johnson had host a New Player Festival on Sunday, June some hot pitching, hitting and fielding. a solid game against the Athletics. Matthew Track and Field Chandler made 5 outs at 1st including 2 Johnson fired a wicked throw to Noah Moreno 1st from 1-3PM at Hart Middle School. It is rockets pulled out of the air. Quesada did a who made an amazing catch at first base. Results for the St. Michael/St. Charles open to new players, boys and girls, in 1st Women Golfers fine job as closer, doubled, singled, scored Tyler Carlson had another successful day athletes at the CYP track and field Diocese through 8th grade. Under the guidance of Women golfers are to be the special twice. Dodgers took a 10-0 deficit to a 14-12 smashing the ball deep into the outfield. Meet. PLC coaches and local players learn to pass, guests of The Course At Wente Vineyards finish and created tons of excitement in the Indians vs. Athletics: The Indians played 8th Grade: Daniel Replogle (1st Long catch, shoot and field ground balls. Registra- throughout the month of June, which has process. a great game Tuesday night. Sam Zevanove Jump 17’10.75); Kyle Farnady (1st High tion fee of $39 includes a new stick and ball. been designated nationally as “Women’s Scores: Giants (14)-Dodgers (12); Cardi- came out strong delivering great hits with Jump 5’2"); Natalie Dimits (1st 1600 Meter Registration is now open at Golf Month.” nals (4)-Dodgers (16); Diamondbacks (0)- every pitch. Santino Stiriti was on fire with 5:34.62); Shelby Leary (5th 1600 Meter www.pleasantonlacrosse.com; click on “reg- Women are to receive preferred rates for Giants (10); A’s (6)-Dodgers (9); Cardinals his outstanding fielding at 3rd base. Pow- 6:21.48); Monica Acton (1st Shotput istration." erhouse Logan Still gave the A’s a run for the golf and merchandise all month, with a free (5)-Dodgers (23); Top Players: Giants: Luke 38’2.50); Katie Gannon (4th Shotput If players like the festival they can sign instructional seminar just for women sched- Quesada, Kameron Johnson, Blake Chan- money as they were unable to catch his hits out to the field. 27’0.50); Stephanie Beaulieu (1st High Junp up for the PLC summer program which starts uled for Thursday, June 19, from 6-7 p.m., dler; Dodgers: Joshua Johnson, Devin 4’9) at the end of June. and a Women’s Learn To Golf Program Bernacil, Jordan Dowd; Cardinals: Jerrod Indians vs. Yankees: There was no stopping the Indians on Saturday despite the 7th Grade: Michael Marcotte (2nd Long Roberts, Michael ditzel, Robbie Quitorio; Jump 16’1); Matt Tyler (4th Long Jump Dodgers: Sierra Levenson, Dalton Miller, heat. Josh Oliver was on fire with his line Baseball Camps Jordan Dowd; Diamondbacks: Mitchell drives past second base and an amazing out 15’8.50 ; 2nd High Jump 4’11"); John Licata, Nick Sposeto, Tony Galindo; Giants: at third. Kyle Walsh smoked the field with Stephanek (2nd Softball Throw 168'); Skylar Livermore High Varsity Baseball Coach Kyle Schloming, Cameron Johnson, Cristian his strong fielding at the pitcher’s mound. Burt (1st Shotput 29.50) David Perotti is hosting three summer camps. Palomo; A’s: Kevin Hayes, Erick Salgado, James Kroll left the Yankees in a pool of sweat 6th Grade: Jeremy Williams (1st High Each camper will receive individual instruc- Anirudh Bokka; Dodgers: David Gomez, as he had them chasing his hits out to center Jump 5’2); Kirsten Mork (3rd High Jump 4’3 tion from coaches and Livermore High play- Tim Ragusa, Brandon Anderson; Cardinals: field. ; 4th Long Jump 13’10) ers, a snack each day and a camp shirt. There Shane Silva, Michael Ditzel, Joshua Tudino; Minor AA: Angels 8 vs. Rangers 1: 5th Grade: Theresa Jimena (2nd High are two 6-12 year old camps that cost $150 Dodgers: Dalton Miller, Bobby Griffin, David Kozuch rattled the Rangers with a Jump 3’9); Dana Anex (3rd 1600 Meter or $130 if sign up before a certain date. The Joshua Johnson; massive triple in the first inning that set the 6:08.2) stage for Angesl dominance in the remainder two dates are: June 23-27 and July 14-18. AAA Division: Cardinals vs. Padres; 4th Grade: Malik Pruitt (1st 50 Meter There is also a a camp for 13-18 year olds from The Cards and Padres had a great game of the game. Other great moments included catcher Joe Geasa¢s quick response that put 7.89); Megan McCandless (4th 800 Meter August 4-6. The cost for this camp is $100 Saturday! The Padres Barry Goldman set the 3:00.82) or $80 if sign up early. For more info to sign tone of the game with a 2nd inning grand a stop to a Ranger steal for home, and Ethan Williams who came out of nowhere with a big 3rd Grade: Samantha Dukes (4th 200 up please contact David Perotti at (925) 443- slam! Everyone was amazed. Jacob Currie Meter 34.23); Ben Sanchez (2nd 400 Meter helped the Padres out with precise pitching hit in the fifth to win the game for the Angels, 2742 or mailto:[email protected] or check and great defense. Koll Waddle stepped up for 8-1. 1:12.09) website www.eteamz.com/lvb. the Padres and hit an amazing triple! The White Sox 19 vs. Indians 7: The White Cardinals battled back with Ryan Windsor Sox came to the ball park ready to play a great throwing heat from the pitchers mound and ball game and that they did. There were huge Amador High Swimming Baseball Camps Missy Nunes was stopping everything that hits and great defensive plays as well. The The Amador Valley High School Varsity Matador Baseball Summer Camps, ages came her way as catcher. William Johnson hit White Sox are coming together as a team and swim team finished fifth in the EBAL league 5-14. Weekly skills-based camps at Granada two doublesl. having a lot of fun. Go White Sox. meet. However, the future is bright as three High School Varsity field run by Varsity Scores: Cardinals (4)-Padres (11); Padres White Sox 19 vs. Athletics 9: The freshman recorded top 10 finishes and two of coaches and players. Camp dates: June 16-19 (5)-A’s (3); A’s (4)-Dodgers (15); Padres (4)- White Sox had a great game. Andrew Bonilla them made All-League with a top three finish. pitched and held on 2 1/3 innings and was (incoming 7, 8, and 9 grades only), June 23- Giants (11); Top Players: Cardinals: William Leading the way for the freshmen, and 26, and June 30-July 3 from 9-12 each day. Johnson, MIssy Nunes, Ryan Windsor; Pa- named MVP for his showing at the mound. the team, was Andrew Seitz who took first in Dylan Pottgieser was honored for hustling Cost is $140 per camp (if registered by June dres: Jacob Currie, Koll Waddle, Barry the 200 free and missed first in the 500 by less 1, $150 after June 1). For more information Goldman; Padres: Josh Garza, Lance Rietveld, and John Flynn received the rat ball for being than a second settling for silver. Kyle Surber Scott Williams; A’s: Ryan Barnes, Zack an aggressive player. Jake Simons had the finished fifth in the 50 free and sixth in the and registration, go to Kline, Jacob Rakestraw; A’s: Josh Blaha, game of his life with big hits, 2 great snags 100 free and earned All-League honors swim- www.granadabaseball.org. Zack Kline, Stone Remy; Dodgers: Hayden and beautiful pitching. Great game White ming anchor on the 200 free relay team. Seitz, Goldstein, Jonathan Stalie, Donivan Win- Sox.. along with juniors Jake Bahls and Scott ters; Padres: Noah White, Kyle Lee, Lance Minors AAA: Athletics 15 vs. Rangers Rietveld; Giants: Tylor Silva, Raul Sandoval, 2: The A's performed strong in their game Landon Finnegan; with the Rangers and piled up the runs on AA Division: The Giants and the Dodg- excellent batting and great fielding. Sam ers played by AAA rules and they played a Molz started off the game with a triple on the great game. Joel Cook got three strike outs first pitch. Justin Goodman made the day for in a row as pitcher for the Giants. He also did the A’s with his fabulous grand slam in the a great job fielding. Javier Guerra and Ethan second, while Brett de Geus, Christian Pricer, Valdez batted great for the Giants. Tyler and Jake Molz each delivered RBIs to win the Ferrick pitched great for the the Dodgers. He game, 15-2. also batted well too. Richard Cheim had great Athletics16 vs. Indians 8: The A's hits and Austin Delisser played great 1st base. delivered an exciting game against the Indi- Both teams played great baseball. ans under a blazing sun. Sam Molz and Logan Top Players: Giants: Joel Cook, Javier Caton each popped huge doubles into the Guerra, Ethan Valdez; Dodgers: Richard outfield. Steven Kluj made a phenomenal Cheim, Austin Delisser, Tyler Ferrick; Gi- throw from the outfield to home that stopped ants: Tyler Henderson, Nicholas Lloyd, Jacob an incoming Indian RBI. Great hitting by Licata; Cardinals: Jake Guttierrez, Derion James Kozuch, Joseph Kwon, Jake Molz, and Hampton, Magnum Resler-Miller; Christian Pricer helped load up the scoreboard A Division: Black Giants vs. Orange for the A's victory. PAGE 10 - The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 Poetry Reading Set at Ravenswood

The Ravenswood Poetry Se- Livermore High School Choir, Wed., mances will be staged at the Bank- ries continues at historic Raven- May 29, presents a pops concert head Theater, 2400 First Street in swood, 2647 Arroyo Rd., Liver- featuring songs from Hairspray. 7 Livermore Livermore-Amador p.m., Livermore High Theater, Symphony will accompany. Tickets more. Maple Street, Livermore. Tickets are $21, $24 and $29 for adults and Livermore Poet Laureate are $8 and available at the door. For $6 for students 17 and under. Tick- Connie Post will host the read- more information, contact 606-4812. ets, by phone at (925) 373-6800, or Pleasanton Playhouse Broadway at the Bankhead Theater box office. ing on Sun., June 1 from 2 to 4 Chorus 2008 Spring Concert will be www.livermoreperformingarts.org. p.m. Featured readers, F.D. Reeve performed at the Amador Theater in Myths for Modern Times, Pleasanton and Jane Mead, will begin at 2 Pleasanton on Friday, May 23 at 8 artist Elaine Drew’s paintings, illus- pm, Saturday, May 24 at 8 pm, and trating a modern mythology, are on p.m. An open mic will take place Sunday, May 25 at 2 pm. 462-2121. display at Brushes Fine Art Gallery after the featured guests and a www.pleasantonplayhouse.com. May 24 through August 7. An artist’s short break. Light refreshments Chanticleer, An orchestra of voices , reception will be held from 5:00 to May 23, 8 p.m. Chanticleer cel- Chanticleers 7:00 pm May 31 at the gallery, 21001 will be served. Admission is ebrates its 30th Season of vocal in- San Ramon Valley Blvd, in the San $5.00; free admission to students Poets F. D. Reeve (left) and Jane terpretations that range from Re- Ramon Dental Center, Gateway Cen- with ID naissance to jazz, gospel to new and awards will be Mon., June 2, 5 to ter Mall. Elaine Drew works in the Mead are the featured readers. 7 p.m. No admission charge. For more information,Contact music. $11/$28/$31/$36/$41. medieval painting techniques of egg Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., A Day in His Life Tribute to John tempera and gold leaf. Gallery hours: Connie Post: of “The New York Quarterly.” His (Sarabande, 1996). Her poems Livermore. 373-6800, Lennon, Saturday, May 31, 8:00 10-6 Tues through Thurs and 9-2 [email protected] www.livermoreperformingarts.org. PM. Tim Piper portrays rock icon Sat. Call 829-0994. latest books are”The Return of appear regularly in literary jour- John Lennon, traveling the remark- Reeve, poet and novelist, is Del Valle Fine Arts Concert, May 24, Bay Area Youth Harp Ensemble, Sun., the Blue Cat,” “The Blue Cat nals such as Poetry, and Ameri- Premiere Saxophone Quartet, Dale able journey that influenced the music May 25, 2 p.m. Livermore Civic the author of ten volumes of po- Walks the Earth,” and “The Toy can Poetry Review, and have Wolford (soprano), Kevin Stewart and culture of a generation and cre- Center Library, 1188 So. Livermore etry, seven books of fiction, three (alto), David Henderson (tenor), and ated a “Revolution” that shook the Ave. Group of young harpists, ages Soldier.”His translation of been included in many antholo- world. All Tickets: $25, $30 $35. books of literary criticism, twelve Aaron Lington (baritone), perform 10 to 19, who will perform a multi- Andreyev’s “A Story about Seven gies. She is the recipient of a a diverse repertoire of music reflect- Pleasanton Civic Arts Presents, cultural program of music from books of translation, four libretti, Who Were Hanged” came out Guggenheim Fellowship, A ing their varied experiences in clas- Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Greece, Turkey, Venezuela, and and countless uncollected es- sical music and jazz. Bankhead The- Rd., Pleasanton. 931-3444 or Mexico on the harp. The Friends of this spring. He is visiting from Completion Grant from the www.civicartstickets.org. says, stories and reviews. He has the East Coast Lannan Foundation, and a Whit- ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Ticket the Livermore Library have under- office open Monday through Satur- Valley Dance Theatre presents written this program as part of the received an Award in Literature Mead is the author of The ing Writer’s Award. For many day from noon to 6 p.m. 373-6800, Révérence, a collection of classical Friends Authors and Arts Series. For from the American Academy of Usable Field (Alice James, 2008), years Poet-in-Residence at Wake www.livermoreperformingarts.org. and innovative ballet, on Saturday, further information about programs, May 31, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. and Sun- Arts and Letters and a Lit. D. from House of Poured-Out Waters (Il- Forest University, she now man- 39th Annual Pleasanton Art League please contact Joyce Nevins at (925) show, May 30 to June 5, 9 a.m. to 5 day, June 1, at 2:00 p.m. The perfor- 373-5500 extension 5577. New England College. He’s a linois, 2001) and The Lord and ages a vineyard in Northern Cali- p.m. Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 memberof the Board of Directors the General Din of the World, fornia. Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton. Reception MEMORIAL DAY (continued from page one) Blvd. The theme will be POWs/ donation for adults and $6 dona- volunteers do for the community. This year there will be 22 MIAs. tion for children under 12 is re- Events like this and Art Under food booths operated by local The keynote speaker will be quested for access to up-close the Oaks aren’t easy to produce.” non-profits. There will be William R. Lowe, a World War II viewing and tours through the in- Wente Vineyards Estate Win- chicken caesar salad, tri-tip sand- prisoner of war. side of the aircraft. Visitors may ery is located at 5565 Tesla Road, wiches, sausage sandwiches, ice The Pleasanton Community also experience the opportunity Livermore. For more information, cream, sushi, hot dogs, hamburg- Concert Band will play. There will to actually take a 30-minute call 925-456-2305. ers, cotton candy, nachos and be several patriotic speeches, flight aboard these rare aircraft. more. colorguards and a 21-gun salute Flight experiences are a tax-de- Let Freedom Song Concerts For more information, call the presented by the Air Force ductible donation. Flights on ei- The Pleasanton Playhouse City of San Ramon Parks and ROTC, Berkeley. ther the B-17 or B-24 are $425 Broadway Chorus will perform a Community Services Depart- For more information, call 580- per person. Flights on the B-25 program entitled, “Let Freedom ment at (925) 973-3200 or check 6661. are $400 for the front fuselage Sing,” on May 23, 24 and 25 at out our website at and $325 for the waist gun sec- the Amador Theater in Pleasan- www.ArtandWind.com. OTHER EVENTS: tion of the plane. P-51 flights are ton. Heritage Guild Aution $2200 for a ½ hour & $3000 for Active duty service men and Fenestra Spring Fling Livermore Heritage Guild pre- a full hour. For reservations and women will be admitted free to Fran and Lanny Replogle of sents its 29th Annual Auction and information on flight experi- this Memorial weekend concert. Fenestra Winery invite the pub- Spaghetti Dinner on Sat., May ences call 800-568-8924. Memorial Weekend Concert! lic to celebrate the Memorial 24 at the Old Duarte Garage. The Wings of Freedom Tour We are back at Amador Theater Day weekend with a day in the The garage opens for preview will arrive at Livermore Munici- in Pleasanton to present “Let country, a picnic on the lawn, and items at 5 p.m. Dinner will be pal Airport at noon on May 25 Freedom Sing”. to taste their outstanding wines. served starting at 6 p.m ($20 fee). and will be on display until May Under the direction of Jenny The "Spring Fling" takes place The auction stages at 7 p.m. 27 at 4 p.m. Hours of ground tours Matteucci and Martie Muldoon, on May 24, 25 and 26th, from There is no charge to attend the and display are: 12 Noon - 4 PM the Broadway Chorus and noon to 5 p.m. each day. auction. on Sunday, May 27; 11:00 AM - Children’s Youth Chorus will This event will be held at Old Duarte Garage on the old 4:00 PM on Monday & Tuesday present a cross section of patri- Fenestra Winery, 83 Vallecitos Lincoln Highway, corner of L St. May 26 & 26. The 30-minute otic songs from all over the coun- Road in Livermore. Each white & Portola Ave., Livermore. flight experiences are normally try. Some of the selections are wine will also be on sale for this Times: 5 pm - Garage open for scheduled before and after the Randall Thompson’s Testament weekend only. There is no charge preview of items, 6 pm – Dinner ground tours. of Freedom, This Land is Your for the event. Service begins ($20 for dinner), Land, and medleys of favorite Winemaker Brent Amos will 7 pm – Auction begins at 7 p.m. Art in the Vineyard patriotic songs from George M. introduce new white wines: There is no charge to attend the Livermore Art Association’s Cohan to Irving Berlin’s “God 2007 Verdelho, Lodi; the 2007 auction. 36th Annual Art in the Vineyard Bless America.” Sauvignon Blanc, Livermore; Dinner tickets can be pur- will be held at the Wente Vine- The concert runs one week- 2007 Semillon, Livermore; 2007 chased in advance (seating lim- yards Estate Winery on Sun., May end only, Friday and Saturday, Torrontes, Lodi; and 2007 ited) at the Carnegie Building, 25. May 23 and 24 at 8 p.m. and Sun- White Riesling, Arroyo Seco. 3rd & K Streets, Livermore; open The works of 40 multimedia day, May 25 at 2 p.m. The The new red wine releases will Wed. – Sun., 11:30 – 4:00. artists will be displayed from 11 Amador Theater is located at include: the 2005 Estate The garage is located on the a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be live 1155 Santa Rita Road, Pleasan- Mourvedre, Livermore; the 2005 old Lincoln Highway, corner of music, winetasting, and art dem- ton. For ticket information, Tempranillo, Lodi; and 2005 Es- L Street and Portola Avenue, Liv- onstrations. Admission is free. please call the office at 925-462- tate Syrah, Livermore. ermore. For inforamtion, call Winetasting is $15, which in- 2121 or log onto 449-9927. cludes a keepsake glass. Food www.pleasantonplayhouse.com. Spring Open House Auction proceeds will benefit and refreshment are offered by Thomas Coyne Winery whill Duarte Garage Restoration Wente and Strizzi’s Restaurant Art and Wind Festival host the annual Spring Open Projects and History Mobile. for nominal fee. The San Ramon Art & Wind House on May 24, 25 and 26 Countless volunteer hours go Festival is scheduled for Sun- noon to 5 p.m. at the historical Wings of Freedom Tour into coordinating the artists, ar- day and Monday May 25th & tasting room at 51 E. Vallecitos The Wings of Freedom Tour ranging displays, food, wine, 26th in San Ramon’s Central Road Livermore. Three new will land at the Livermore Mu- music and publicity. For 26 Park, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. from wines will be released. A selec- nicipal Airport May 25 to May years, Edmee Keele has been the 10am to 5pm both days. tion of fine fruits and cheeses 27. anchor behind the event. The festival will feature an will be served. Planes to be displayed as part Keele, born in Panama, is an early morning hot air balloon New releases will be 2007 of the Collings Foundation tour internationally shown and recog- launch on May 26th at 6am. Viognier, 2002 Livermore Syrah, include the Boeing B-17 Flying nized artist herself, known for her Shop for handmade items at 2005 Contra Costa Mourvédre. Fortress “Nine O Nine” Heavy strong use of color and shape in over 200 arts & crafts booths fea- For the last time this year the Bomber, Consolidated B-24 Lib- the monoprints that have made turing a wide range of artwork winery will offer an interactive erator “Witchcraft” Heavy her career. She is represented by including paintings, sculpture, experience “Bottle Your Own Bomber, North American B-25 Arte Consult Gallery in Panama, woodwork, toys, hand painted Wine.” Available at the open Mitchell “Tondelayo”, Medium Gallery 10 Ltd. In Washington clothing, stained glass, music, house on May 24 and 25 only Bomber, and P-51C Fighter D.C., and has shown as far abroad photography and more. will be Vino Tinto Barato, a red “Betty Jane.” as Italy. Kites are one of the main at- table wine. Bring a clean bottle; Local citizens will have the Keele took over the event tractions of the event. There will it will be filled, corked and la- opportunity to visit, explore, and from founder Margo Kirkewoog be kite flying demonstrations by beled for a fee of $4.50 per bottle. learn more about these treasures in 1986. This is the event’s 36th professionals from all over the Use a winery bottle, the fee is $5 of aviation history. The B-17 is year, and it has become a tradi- country, free kite making work- per bottle. one of only 9 in flying condition tion for local and visiting arts shops for youth, and lots of kites Active military who present in the United States, the B-24J & lovers. to buy. valid ID can get a deep discount. Dual Control P-51C Mustang are “It’s my favorite way to start There will be entertainment For more information call the sole remaining example of a beautiful day in the wine coun- on three stages and an expanded (925) 373-6541 http:// their type flying in the World, try,” says Linda Ryan, founder interactive kids’ activity area thomascoynewinery.com. and the B-25 is one of only a and coordinator of ArtWalk and with wind crafts, Inflatable handful in flying condition. the manager of the Bothwell Arts Bouncers and Slides, Face Paint- Visitors are invited to explore Center. “I really appreciate all ing, Rock-Climbing Wall, Train the aircraft inside and out - $12 that Livermore Art Association Ride and Petting Zoo. The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 - PAGE 11 Library Recognizes Newcott- Livermore Amador Symphony Concert A Caldebery Award Winners Winners of the Livermore Pub- completed books this year. Fifth grade Musical Celebration of Brahms lic Library’s 28th annual Newcott winners are: Megan Kristovich, au- - Caldebery Awards were an- thor of the book, Melissa’s Summer Job; Lindsey Buchmann, for the pic- By Nancy O’Connell copation in the melodies, and in Biological Science and minor ways gave very clear cues and nounced Thursday, April 17th at tures in her book, An ABC Book of The Livermore-Amador Sym- lots of ornamentation. (In syn- in Music at UC Davis. The other made certain, even during the the awards ceremony at the Civic Chicken Breeds. phony performed a musical trib- copation, the accent falls be- three students given awards were choral number, that “all eyes were Center Library. The event was at- Sixth Grade: Six sixth graders en- ute of the 175th anniversary of tween the beats, shifting the Matt Felver, Anthony upon him.” Every orchestra mem- tended by over 200 children and tered books this year. The sixth grade Johannes Brahms’ birth at the rhythms heard.) The longing and Sangiacomo, and Madison Bur- ber and every choral singer knew their families. Awards were pre- winners are: Aminta Dunn, the author Bankhead Theater on Saturday pathos of the Hungarian gypsy gess. what this meant. The musician sented for each grade level (K-9) of The Purple Nail Polish Club; in both author and illustrator cat- Yasmeen Haider for the writing in her night, May 17th. The theater was is evident throughout. The cel- Antonin Dvorak’s “Suite for plays with one eye on his music, book, 1300, the Story of the Aniforms; two thirds filled with an enthusi- los open with a lovely synco- Orchestra, Opus 39” followed, but constantly glances up at the egories. Kindergarten: Seven Sarah Aarestad for the illustrations in astic audience. Philip Manwell’s pated melody followed by a and it was beautifully performed. conductor to follow his beat. It her book, The Mystery of the Treasure pre-concert talk an hour before vivace section with the strings The violins played the melody is amazing that Dr. Barnes has led Kindergarteners created books Map. the concert was stimulating. He playing spiccato, an off the bow in the Praeludium with big full this Livermore - Amador Sym- for the contest. Kindergarten Seventh Grade: One seventh grader told us, “It’s a beautifully cho- technique for staccato passages. bows while the cellos and bas- phony since 1964. The Tri-Val- winners are: Vasudh Iyer, author entered a book for the contest and the sen program because it really Dvorak gave rich melodies to soons had almost a pedal point ley area has been greatly en- of: I Like Babies; May Anne winner is: Kelly McDeavitt for the captures the Romantic period each section in turn, and the Liv- in the bass - a long, sustained riched by his musical knowledge Tulagan, illustrator of: My Fam- writing in her book, The Old Man and very well. The Classical period ermore-Amador Symphony note repeated pattern. The mood and expertise. Next year’s con- ily. the Painted Bird. First Grade: Eight first graders Eighth Grade: Three eighth grad- brought musical forms to frui- played with great feeling as the changed with the Polka which cert season promises to be just as ers entered books and the winners are: tion, whereas the Romantic com- gypsy melodies filled the theater adhered to the minuet form of the exciting. After the yearly fall created books for the contest this year. The first grade winners are: Kristen McDeavitt for the writing in posers found these forms too with glorious sound. classical period with its rapid Pops concert, on December 6th Out of Ireland: the Journey in America; rigid and confining. This be- The Las Positas College Con- dancing rhythms and short re- there will be a musical celebra- Andrew Lau, author of Where I Diana Gateno for the illustrations in came the age of tone poems, of cert and Chamber Choirs, di- peated sections followed by a trio tion honoring Mendelssohn at Got Monkey; Amanda Rose Ong, her book, The Grey Cancer. painting a picture in music for rected by the talented James of a contrasting mood. Here the 200. Circle your calendars! illustrator of Baby Brother Ninth Grade: One ninth grader, the listener.” Heiner, filed onstage and stood cellos and basses had an entire Second Grade: Eleven second Nicolette Mattorano, entered two When Brahms, a shy and mod- behind the orchestra. Brahms’ section with pizzicato, or graders submitted books. The books for this year’s contest and won est man, was offered an honorary “Schicksalslied” or “Song of plucked strings, and then there second grade winners are: Ryan the author award for: Unnatural and Phillips for writing The Great Elf; the Illustration award for: Waking Up doctorate from the University of Destiny” was heard, a sensitive was a return to the original theme PCAC Honors Lost. Breslau, he almost turned it portrayal of a poem by Holderlin. - an ABA form. Anthony Martinez for the pic- tures in Bob Gets Dinner. The Sonia Anderson Cordill down, but friends and admirers As soon as Brahms heard this In the Romanze the flute solo Young Artists Award, given for overall excellence persuaded him to accept. He poem, he literally began to com- by Nathan Wong and the English Third Grade: Eighty-one third grad- ers wrote and illustrated books for the by Writers Bloc judges, was presented then discovered that he was ex- pose music to accompany the horn solo by Larry George were And Musicians contest. The third grade winners are: to first grader, Novelyn Green pected to compose a work in words which moved him deeply. beautifully executed. The or- The Pleasanton Cultural Arts Owen Eli Carlson for the writing in Daugherty author and illustrator of A Twisted Tale. A one-time award, the honor of the occasion. His “Aca- He had been out walking with chestral suite ended with a Council Annual Awards Banquet Fredy and the Aliens; Clare Collity for demic Festival Overture,” which friends when they realized he was Furiant, a Czech dance form. It the pictures in The Search for the Ernie Dust Award for Historical Fic- honoring YEA! winners and an- tion was awarded to Jaimeson Cortez opened the program, was the re- no longer with them. Retracing had challenging parts for all the nouncing the Art Supporter of Missing Falcon. sult. Instead of a solemn proces- their steps they found him seated musicians and they played well. Fourth Grade: Nine fourth graders for his book, Out of the Trenches. All the Year was held Wednesday at entered books in the contest. The 137 books written and illustrated by sional, which the university on the beach, composing, lost in During the Romantic era, nation- children and teens are available to be might have expected, he used his musical world! alism and a pride in one’s cul- the Pleasanton Hotel (in the Vic- winners are: Emma Krisoivich for the torian Room). The event began writing An Elephant for a Week; Kenna checked out at the Civic Center, Rincon themes from four student drink- With this choral work Brahms tural heritage arose, and Dvorak, or Springtown branch libraries in Liv- with an artists’ reception at 6:00 DeMaya for the pictures in Scruffy. ing songs, picturing the students created an operatic sequence of one of the most traveled musi- Fifth Grade: Eleven fifth graders ermore. celebrating the end of their lightness and darkness. It began cians of his time, felt great pride p.m., followed by dinner at 7. school terms. The full orchestra serenely with the music of the in his country. PCAC is the primary non- ended with a fortissimo flourish gods, with the opening words, The last work heard was the profit cultural and literary arts and the clash of cymbals in the “You walk above the light,” but familiar “1812 Overture” by group in Pleasanton, and wel- grand coda which was taken from becomes darker after a dissonant Tchaikovsky. It opened with all comes new members with a pas- the medieval song, “Let Us chord leads into the struggles of of the strings bowing in unison sion for the arts. The Council en- Therefore Rejoice,” words which mortal life. The chorus sings of as the Largo depicted “Mother courages and supports a variety probably resonated with the man’s suffering in the key of C Russia” at peace, but soon a snare of community arts groups and many graduating seniors in our Minor, and the rhythms change: drum enters and the enemy, activities, especially those that own Tri-Valley area. eighth notes versus triplets de- Napoleon’s army invades. offer cultural programs and op- Brahms’ “Hungarian Dances, picts man’s unrest. “We are fated Tchaikovsky composed this in portunities for young people. Nos. 17, 19, 20 and 21” followed. to find no foothold, no rest. And 1882 for a Russian Exhibition. The evening includes the re- Originally for four hands, one suffering mortals, dwindle and His music is often programmatic, ception and dinner, followed by piano, this was an immediate fall.” Despite the melancholy and the French national anthem the awards presentations. The success. Later some of the words, and the dirge heard in the is heard. One can almost picture evening concluded with a vari- dances were orchestrated by instruments, the music returns to the battles that ensue with the ety of presentations by the win- Brahms himself, but tonight’s the themes heard in the begin- advancing French. Just when it ners, including original writing, concert featured Dvorak’s or- ning, and ends with a feeling of looks as though Napoleon’s army chestration. Dvorak and peace. will prevail, the peaceful theme visual arts, music, and dance. Schumann both admired the After the intermission, Jean of the land itself is heard in the This year’s eight Youth Excel- music of Brahms, and Dvorak King, the President of the Board strings, and it is the land which lence Awards winners, all be- sought a wider audience for these of Directors for the Livermore- defeats the invaders. The Rus- tween the ages of 14 and 19, are: dances with his arrangement. No Amador Symphony Association, sian winter drives out the French. Visual Arts: Adrian Wong-1st longer were two people playing presented four awards to young While all the instruments join in place; Young Ji Cha-2nd place, on one piano in the intimacy of graduating seniors. Due to other a frenzy of scurrying 16th and Creative Writing: Ester a drawing room, but this adapta- commitments, only one student 32nd notes, the roar of drums, the Shchemelinin-1st place; tion made them accessible to the was there to receive her honor. ringing of church bells and even Michaela Johnson Blanchard- larger musical audience in a big Olivia Glass is a cellist who has the blasts of a cannon, hail the 2nd place; Edris Bemanian-2nd concert hall. played for two years with the victorious Russians. place; Dance: Elaine Yu-1st These dances featured the LAS, received her award from the Arthur P. Barnes, the conduc- place; Music: Stephanie Ng-1st gypsy style of music with syn- symphony. She plans to major tor throughout this concert, al- place; Curtis Kim-2nd place. . LEGAL NOTICES/CLASSIFIEDS www.independentnews.com on May 1, 2008. 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www.independentnews.com The Independent, MAY 22, 2008 - PAGE 13 Fiesta Mexicana Theme of Ruby Hill Fund-raising Gala

The Ruby Hill Giving Thanks care because of cost, Ruby Hill’s event supporting ValleyCare Garrison at (925) 397-4165. For Charity Committee will hold its contribution will help pay for Hospital.” more information about the or- 11th annual charity event, Fiesta services which probably would The Committee is looking for ganization or to attend the event Mexicana, on Friday evening, not have been available to additional sponsors to support or volunteer, contact Diana June 6, at the Ruby Hill Commu- them." this year’s event. For more in- Nathan at (925) 485-4919 or go nity Center Pool. The Ruby Hill Giving Thanks formation about becoming a online to the website This year’s event will be a fun Charity Committee, a group of sponsor, please contact Donna www.rubyhillgivingthanks.org. and festive Mexican fiesta fea- Pleasanton, Tri-Valley and East turing Margaritas, Mexican fare Bay residents, has devoted itself and dancing to the sounds of to throwing elegant galas to ben- Garratt Wilkin and the efit charities helping children Parrotheads. and families in the Tri-Valley. Proceeds from this year’s The grass roots organization of event will benefit the ValleyCare volunteers has donated over Medical Center Emergency $2,500,000 to worthy causes Room Expansion project. “We since its inception in 1997. “I’m Barbara Stanton will be the featured artists during the month are so pleased that the Ruby Hill pleased to be back for our 11th Giving Thanks group is support- of June at the Livermore Art Association Gallery. Stanton is year,” stated Donna Garrison, ing ValleyCare Hospital again board president for the Ruby Hill known for her miniature oil paintings and pastel figure this year,” declared Ken Mercer, Giving Thanks Charity Commit- drawings. She will be demonstrating pastel portrait drawing vice president of the ValleyCare tee. Garrison along with Debi on June 12 at 4:00. The LAA Gallery hours are 11:30-4:00 Wed- Foundation. They have been so Zentner, Naomi Adams and Sun, and also Thursday evenings until 8:00 during the Farmer’s generous with their support of the Marjorie Wallace were part of the Market. Located in the historic Carnegie Building at 2155 3rd hospital and our patients. Help- group’s inaugural event and St. Livermore. For more info call the Gallery 925-449-9927 or ing children who because of cir- founders group in 1997. “We’ve Barbara Stanton 925-373-9638. Pictured is Barbara Stanton cumstances beyond their control come a long way and it’s fun to holding one of her miniature works. have difficulty getting health be back to our roots, with an A Grand Opening for Two Tasting Rooms Little Valley and Red Feather Celebrate by Harry Stoll (meaning they have been used good lookin’.” Maybe George enjoying the wine and the food By late afternoon the line of three or four times) and that oak Gershwin didn’t write it that way, and the pretty women and brag- parked cars along the long drive- chips or staves are used to get but it’s what he meant. The ging about his chardonnay and way ran nearly to Greenville the oaky taste. amped twang of the guitars, the pinot noir. Many members of the Road during the grand opening In the Little Valley tasting bongos, the whole deal that this local wine industry attended, but of Little Valley and Red Feather space, the top tier of a table group brought to the parking lot mostly it was a grand opening wineries’ tasting rooms. This was stacked with goodies had straw- launched the grand opening. attended by many knowledge- Red Feather’s first day of busi- berries and dried apricots that had The westering sun was a glow- able tasters and many more who ness; Little Valley opened in been soaked so they swelled up ing metallic blur as it descended, have the ultimate taste of know- April. and tasted swell. Something very looking for a landing place on ing what they like. A band played along the cool was going on in the corner the horizon. The wind whipped Little Valley co-owner (with southern edge of the gravelly where sorbet made by Cold Stone and hoodies and jackets came Bill Webster) Sandi Bohner said parking lot as guests tasted the was being served. One gave you out of nowhere. Livermore folks 350 guests attended. She said summery Red Feather unfiltered the raspberry, the other was made know about the wind that comes Little Valley sold about 20 cases Chardonnay, its sturdy and tasty from Little Valley Tempranillo. off San Francisco Bay. It’s pleas- and Red Feather sold 20 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon and white Savvy tasters held a glass of the ant and cooling but always bring futures. Cabernet (with the look of a source in one hand and the sorbet a sweater. A fire-shaped light from As the celebration wound Rosé)—and Little Valley’s in the other, each reinforcing the burning briquettes in a grill down, bandleader John Holland Chardonnay and plain and Al- other. mated with the azure catalogue gave thanks, to “… the good wine mond Champagne, Cabernet Sau- The vocabulary used by tast- color of the evening sky. of Little Valley and Red vignon, White Zin and Pure ers to describe the wines was not Charles R winemaker Randy Feather—the nice people attend- Decandence filter –it-through-a- very original but was heartfelt. Bartlett was there, schmoozing, ing—the long driveway.” chunk-o’-chocolate Port, and an “Awesome,” was one adjective even-tempered Tempranillo—all and awesome many of the wines poured by the gracious and were. Debbie, White Crane’s tast- friendly Elaine and Erlinda. ing room manager, paired “awe- Bob and Bonnie, a married some” with “opulent” to describe pair sat in a pair of chairs and both the cabs. She was fresh from faced the music. “I’m a computer “laying the groundwork” in nerd,” he said and admired the China. “If it moves they eat it,” acoustic steel lap guitar played was her comment on the cuisine. by John Holland of the John Hol- Stephanie Rebieje and Bar- land Band. Bonnie loved Little bara Machen from the Big White Valley’s almond champagne. House tasting room loved the Inside, the doors between the Red Feather White Cab. A young adjoining tasting rooms were man carrying a double large wide open. Guests meandered bottle roamed the parking lot freely between the two, tasting pouring tastes of 2005 Red and buying wine and holding up Feather Cabernet Sauvignon. and pondering the T-shirts. Some- Backslapping glad handing Rick times distinct words could be Corbett, owner of Stony Ridge heard, at other times the sound Winery, said, “I just came by to rose, bounced off the low ceiling feed the horses,” and saw all the and made its own music. A piece commotion. He owns the slop- of art graced a corner of the Red ing property across the way, the Feather side. This mesh manne- one with the weathered home- quin showed a woman who made “Del Arroyo Vineyards” wasn’t prepared to be portrayed sign and has grand plans. because she only had her under- The woman singer with the wear on. John Holland Band has an ap- In the Red Feather barrel room, propriately plaintive voice and co-owner (with wife Connie) Dan played an acoustic guitar as the Davis said all of the wines are group let it all out with “Any- from estate grown grapes. “I’m a where but Here.” Then they got construction guy,” he said, but down and took off with “Sum- he knows plenty about wine and mertime and the living is easy, talked about neutral oak barrels your pa is rich and your ma is PAGE 14 - The Independent, MAY 22, 2008

Summer at Library 58,000 stuffed animals. For more information on the yard The Livermore Public Library’s sale, or Good News Bears, please call three locations will be offering a vari- (925)373-7982 or log on to ety of programs this summer for all www.goodnewsbears.org ages, including a total of nine storytimes each week. On Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Activity Hotlines mornings, while infants, preschoolers Keeping residents informed about and their parents enjoy an indoor pro- events, activities and facilities is a pri- gram of stories, music & fingerplays, ority for the Livermore Area Recre- schoolagers will gather outside for their ation and Park District. To help in- own fun event with stories, games & crease those efforts, the district has jokes. In the evening, Family recently launched three new phone Storytimes offer a diverse program for hotlines to help keep the public up-to- the whole family. Programs last ap- date. proximately 45 minutes. Weekly Existing hotlines that have already storytimes occur as follows: been in use inform the public about Mondays: Preschool & School age field conditions, teen activities and Storytimes, Civic Center Library special events. The new hotlines have 10:30am; Family Storytime, information about pool updates at the Springtown Branch 6:30pm Robert Livermore Community Center, Tuesdays: Preschool & School age senior activities and LARPD employ- Storytimes, Rincon Branch 10:30am; ment opportunities. Family Storytime, Civic Center Li- The LARPD Hotline number is brary 7:00pm 925-373-5702. Hotlines are available Thursdays: Preschool & School age by pressing: “1” for Field Conditions; Storytimes, Springtown Branch “2” for Teen Activities; “3” for Special 10:30am; Family Storytime, Rincon Events; “4” for Pool Updates; “5” for Branch 6:30pm Senior Activities; and “6” for Employ- Storytimes are part of the library’s ment Opportunities Summer Reading Game, “Catch the Pool updates will be recorded weekly Reading Bug @ Your Library”—a free as needed, with employment updates to program in which children can earn be made every month. The senior ac- prizes for reading books and attending tivities hotline will keep the public storytimes, crafts, & special events. informed of any last-minute cancella- Participation is free, and registration is tions, changes or new offerings. not required to attend events. The Sum- mer Reading Game begins Friday, June 13 and ends Saturday, August 16. Photo - Doug Jorgensen PPIE Student Grants Special events throughout the sum- Motorcycle officers drove through an obstacle course as part Pleasanton Partnerships in Educa- mer are scheduled to include magic tion (PPIE) Foundation announced the shows, puppets, animals, and interna- of last weekend's Livermore Police Department open house. latest round of PPIE Student Grants. tional music, performance, & stories. Fifteen Pleasanton Unified School Dis- The Civic Center Library is located trict students have been selected to at 1188 South Livermore Avenue. The Kindergarten classes planted seedlings receive funding for their Student Grant Springtown Branch Library is at 998 Summer Day Camp and seeds of various kinds of veg- projects (see list below). Bluebell Drive, and the Rincon Branch etables. The garden has been rede- The PPIE Student Grant program, Library is at 725 Rincon Avenue. Click The Tri-Valley YMCA is hosting signed and students have been enjoy- now in its eighteenth year, promotes on the Summer Reading Game link summer day camp for nine weeks be- ing a “lunch in the garden” on the new positive learning experiences inside from the Livermore Public Library’s ginning June 16 and ending August 15. picnic tables, along with a new seating and outside the classroom, and sup- web site www.livermore.lib.ca.us or Day campers may sign-up for all area. Teachers and volunteers spent a ports co-curricular and extra curricular call 373-5504 for more information. nine weeks or any number of weeks. Saturday in April pulling weeds, and student activities and projects. General Camp will be held at the Village High adding rock and bark,. guidelines require each application to School, 4645 Bernal Ave., Pleasanton During the week of April 21, the be student authored, to have a teacher Dirt Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays (no fourth graders took part in the Malakoff- sponsor and the site principal’s ap- Alden Lane's first "Dirt Day" will be camp Fri., July 4). Extended day care Diggins immersion field trip. Students proval. To better support student inter- held Sat., May 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 is available for no additional charge hiked each of the 3 days, slept in tents, ests, two grant cycles are offered, the p.m. from 7 to 9 a.m and 4 to 6 p.m. and experienced the gold rush by vis- first in the fall semester and the second Residents are invited to explore Day camp is open to grades K-12. iting the diggings, panning for gold in the spring semester. carnivorous plants, wiggly worms, High school students are encouraged to and spending the morning in the ghost PPIE Foundation Student Grant spiders, beneficial bugs and plants that enroll as counselors in leadership train- town of North Bloomfield. Awards, 2007-2008, Cycle #2 went to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. ing. Cost is $229 per week for K-8 and The Annual Hoe Down will be held the following: Camp Arroyo, Bay Friendly Garden- $129 for 9-12. However, lower costs on Wednesday, June 4. Each grade Cricket Equipment, Abhiraj ing, Livermore-Amador Valley Gar- are possible for families with financial performs a square dance and students Chowdhury, Foothill High School, den Club, Alameda County Vector challenges. dress in western wear. This year, the $150, start up funding to provide equip- Control, Mosquito Abatement District, Camps provide fun along with ac- PTA will provide a BBQ lunch for all ment for a new Cricket club. Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Society, tivities such as sports, games, outdoor the students following the hoe down. Garden Boxes, Stefan Hall, Amador and Our Water, Our World will be on activities, creative art, music and spe- Valley High School, $100 for 2 garden hand to answer questions and provide cial events. Brochures with registration Yard Sale boxes for the Amador Foods Depart- interactive projects for kids. forms are available at the Tri-Valley ment to grow fruits, herbs & veg- Early bird tickets are $10 per child YMCA, 4725 First St., Suite 200, Pleas- Good News Bears, a Livermore based non-profit, will be holding a etables. until May 30 and day of show $12 per anton. Human Rights Conference - AVHS child; family discounts of $1 off with yard sale as a spring fund-raiser on Sat., May 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Amnesty Club, Amy Martin and Claire purchase or three or more until May 30. Wei, Amador Valley High School, $250 Tickets include a dirt cake with worms, Altamont Creek address of the sale is 1394 Carlton Altamont Creek students exceeded Place, near Concannon and Holmes, in each, funding to support facilitation a lizard fizz drink, bug mask, butterfly expenses for Human Rights Confer- friendly plant, a veggie art project, a the school-wide goal of 21,000 AR Livermore. (Accelerated Reader) points to earn There will be books, furniture, ence for local youth. chance to play in the bed of dirt, story Interactive White Board, Cheng time with Miss Adventure at 11 a.m. 24,391 points. Principal Candice Flint- household items and more. Doll collec- Torres promised to be slimed if the tors will be able to browse through a Tian, Amador Valley High School, and 2 p.m., a ladybug release at 2:30 $100 for interactive white board pilot p.m. and more. students met their goal. On Thursday, collection of unique dolls. Donations May 29 at 2:00 pm, she will brave the of new or like new stuffed animals, program. Bring five snails to release into the DECA International Career Devel- special snailtopia environment and be Pitchburst Machine again this year, from Beanie Baby size to 16" will be only instead of water balloons falling accepted, also. Money raised from the opment Conference, Shawn Chen, Kelly eligible to enter the great worm Fisher, Caroline Hsia, Sharon Jiang, composting bin raffle. on her, this year it will be balloons filled yard sale will go directly towards pur- with slime. The two students in each chasing new teddy bears. Nina Saleh, Foothill High School, $50 Young artists are invited to enter the each for conference registration fees. Save Our World interpretive artwork in grade with the most AR points as of Good News Bears provides “stuffed May 16 will have the chance to slime love” to children, seniors, and anyone Foothill High Robotics Club 2008 an art show. The Dirt Day Art Gallery Competition, Kevin Kim, Foothill High will be open form 10 to 4. All entries are the Principal. suffering from trauma, illness, or lone- On Friday, May 9th all Altamont liness. Over 60 agencies such as hospi- School, $250 to support competition due by May 28 at 4:15 p.m. and should fees. include the name of the artist, name of Creek Second Graders celebrated tals, emergency services and shelters Mother’s Day in the MPR. The children throughout the Bay Area are regular Destination Imagination State Com- school and age of the artist. petition, Karna Mendonca-Kamath, Alden Lane is located at the corner served their mom’s breakfast, recited a recipients of teddy bears and other poem, sang a song and delivered hand stuffed animals. Besides making sure Fairlands Elementary School, Tyson of Holmes and Alden Lane in Liver- Payne, Lydiksen Elementary School, more. Parking is free. For additional made gifts to show the mom’s how local agencies have stock on hand, the much they are loved. club responds to disasters and sends $125 each for competition fees. information, call 447-0280 or go to “We The People” National Compe- www.aldenlane.com. Many classes have been busy plant- small stuffed animals around the world. ing in the newly designed garden. To date, the club has donated over tition, Shannon Parker, Meg Haupt, Connie Sun, Amador Valley High School, $125 for competition fees.