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Page 2 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly UpfrontLocal news, information and analysis ‘Time of healing’ needed in school district

Consultants warn of ‘escalated hostility’ report commissioned to assess alle- superintendent and managers, con- needing improvement or action: re- if Board of Education, superintendent don’t address gations from the Palo Alto Manage- sultants said. lations among the board, managers ment Association (PAMA) that out- Discontent with an amorphous and superintendent; the commit- dysfunctional management practices going Superintendent Mary Frances system of governance created a tee system by which information is by Susan Hong Callan and her senior cabinet mem- tense and frustrated atmosphere in gathered and discussed; key work bers treated employees unfairly. which “people too quickly jump processes; board policy leadership; ew Palo Alto schools’ Super- consultants Geoff Ball and Associ- Overall, the report found, the to assumptions of malicious intent and the strategic planning process. intendent Kevin Skelly and ates advised the school board Tues- district lacks clarity on decision (rather than simple misunderstand- The consultants warned that if the N the Palo Alto Board of Edu- day night. making, meeting management and ing, lack of skills or even incompe- board were to forego making sys- cation ought to spearhead a “time The recommendation — and nu- purposes and is confused about the tence),” the report stated. tematic changes the district would of healing” in the school district, merous others — were outlined in a relative roles of the school board, The report identified five areas (continued on page 6)

COMMUNITY Symbolic bedside wedding caps Anna’s life Boyfriend Jarryd Guevara exchanges rings, recites vows during Anna Luskin’s final moments on life support by Jay Thorwaldson hen Anna Luskin’s parents finally arrived at the hos- W pital in San Luis Obispo, where their daughter lay in an in- tensive-care bed on life support, they were met by Jarryd Guevara, her boyfriend of the past year. “Jarryd sat us down immediately Norbert von der GroebenNorbert and took our hands and said, ‘I love you guys so much I want to be part of your lives forever. Could I marry your daughter? I want to marry your daughter,’” Jan Krinsley, Anna’s mother, recalled of the ending days of a horrific week in which they lost their 20-year-old daughter. On hold for the iPhone The ceremony last Friday evening was attended by about 30 friends Patrick Scoble, 13, of Half Moon Bay, staked out a sidewalk spot outside the Apple Store on University Avenue to be the first in line for Friday's and family members and a minister launch of the much-anticipated iPhone. After being told to move repeatedly by store employees, he was eventually granted permission to stay from — even though it was only a sym- the store's assistant manager, Erez Saldinger. Scoble and his father Robert were the first to line up outside the store as of 9:35 a.m. Thursday. bolic marriage because Anna could not officially give her consent for it in Arizona that is also under fire finalized, the East Palo Alto plant to be legal. EAST PALO ALTO from state regulators. will still have wastes to process that “But they had talked about this, “Romic (in East Palo Alto) will could take several months. and Anna included it in her ‘legacy’ not be receiving any wastes at the “The intent will be to not receive paper,” Krinsley said. “He went out Romic’s East Palo Alto site after the closure of the deal,” any other wastes,” Stampolis said. and bought rings. He bought flowers Romic spokesman Chris Stampolis Romic received a shut-down order for her hair. I spoke on her behalf.” said. from the California Department of “He had the courage to stand plant to be shut down The closure of the sale of Romic Toxic Substances Control on May there and recite the vows to some- Clean Harbors to buy hazardous-waste company assets is expected to take several 30. The order said the company one hooked up to the ICU,” Anna’s months. must cease its processing of bulk father, Fred Luskin, added in an in- by Don Kazak “We expect that wastes going to industrial hazardous wastes. But terview this week in their Redwood those facilities (in East Palo Alto Romic filed an appeal to the order, City home. (Their son, Danny, 15, omic Environmental Tech- operations — which the company and Arizona) will be re-routed to allowing it to keep operating for the was asleep on the couch recovering nologies has processed haz- has appealed — has announced it is other facilities,” Clean Harbor Ex- time being. from his injuries and trauma from R ardous industrial wastes at its being sold to a Massachusetts com- ecutive Vice President and General The state enforcement order cited the June 18 crash in Paso Robles on East Palo Alto facility for decades, pany, Clean Harbors. Counsel Bill Geary said. years of violations and chemical U.S. Highway 101. He underwent but that will end within months. Clean Harbors is buying five of There is no closure date yet for the spills, including the release of a tox- surgery to remove his spleen but The embattled company, under an the seven Romic processing sites in East Palo Alto facility. ic cloud last year into the environ- otherwise is expected to recover enforcement order from the State Western states, but is not buying the Stampolis said that even after the mentally sensitive baylands adjacent fully from his injuries.) of California to cease most of its East Palo Alto plant or a similar one sale of Romic to Clean Harbors is to the East Palo Alto facility. ■ (continued on page 6) Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Page 3 703 HIGH STREET, PALO ALTO, CA 94302 (650) 326-8210 PUBLISHER William S. Johnson ReaderReaderWire comments via e-mail, voice mail and U.S. mail EDITORIAL Jay Thorwaldson, Editor Indulging in the illusion ing to now-declassified government Jocelyn Dong, Managing Editor documents, throughout the 1980s Allen Clapp, Carol Blitzer, Assistant Editors Former Iraqi defense minister Ali Keith Peters, Sports Editor Hassan al-Majid (nicknamed “Chemi- President Reagan and President Rick Eymer, Assistant Sports Editor Bush Sr. adopted a “don’t ask don’t Rebecca Wallace, Arts & Entertainment Editor cal Ali”) was sentenced to death for Tyler Hanley, Online Editor slaughtering 180 thousand Kurds tell” policy and continued to ship Don Kazak, Senior Staff Writer between 1986 and 1989. military equipment to Iraq. This Molly Tanenbaum, Becky Trout, Susan Hong, practice continued despite findings Staff Writers The response from the White Norbert von der Groeben, Chief Photographer House is deafening silence. from U.N. and U.S. intelligence that Marjan Sadoughi, Staff Photographer Thanks to the equally muted confirmed Iraq’s “almost daily” use Kelley Cox, Photo Intern of chemical weapons. Sue Dremann, Staff Writer, Special Sections Editor mainstream media, we can continue Karla Kane, Editorial Assistant to indulge in the illusion that our But we don’t have to feel guilty, Jeanne Aufmuth, Dale Bentson, because, as they say, “weapons Lynn Comeskey, Kit Davey, Tim Goode, Jack country is a benevolent superpower, McKinnon, Susan Tavernetti, Robert Taylor, spreading democracy, getting rid of don’t kill people, people kill people.” Contributors tyrants and promoting high moral I am feeling better already. Thea Lamkin-Carughi, Editorial Intern Simon Chiu Elizabeth Obreza, Arts & Entertainment Intern standards. The inconvenient truth is, accord- Talisman Court, Palo Alto DESIGN Carol Hubenthal, Design Director Diane Haas, Sue Peck, Senior Designers; Dana James, Paul Llewellyn, Charmaine THIS WEEK ON Mirsky, Scott Peterson, Designers Caitlin Fitzpatrick, Design Intern TownSquare PRODUCTION Our Fifteenth Year! Jennifer Lindberg, Production Manager Posted June 26 at 9:56 a.m. Dorothy Hassett, Blanca Yoc, by pat, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood: Sales & Production Coordinators 180 Prominent ADVERTISING “If we carry the ‘no impact’ argument to its extreme, we would Vern Ingraham, Advertising Director put a moat around the city. On one hand, the council says it California Clay and Glass Artists Cathy Norfleet, Display Advertising Sales Asst. Tony Gay, Janice Hoogner, Sonia Sebastian, wants to attract tourists — though it seems the only tourist at- Display Advertising Sales traction we have is Stanford. The city also wants to attract busi- FREE Admission • Demonstrations and Special Exhibits Kathryn Brottem, Real Estate Advertising Sales Joan Merritt, Real Estate Advertising Asst. nesses, but when any substantial building is proposed, panic en- At the Palo Alto Art Center • Embarcadero at Newell Evie Marquez, Irene Schwartz, Classified sues. Seems like the only buildings going up are for high-density Advertising Sales housing. Alicia Santillan, Classified Administrative Asst. July 7th & 8th, 10 to 5 • Valet Parking Meanwhile, Google is expanding in Mountain View, and a hotel ONLINE SERVICES www.acga.net Lisa Van Dusen, Director of Palo Alto Online and conference center will be built nearby. Mountain View ex- Shannon White, Assistant to Webmaster pects about $3.8 million this fiscal year from leasing land under BUSINESS the ‘Googleplex.’” Theresa Freidin, Controller Haleh Yee, Manager of Payroll & Benefits Paula Mulugeta, Senior Accountant Posted June 26 at 3:47 a.m. Elena Dineva, Judy Tran, Tina Karabats, Cathy by Mary, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood: Stringari, Doris Taylor, Business Associates ADMINISTRATION Amy Renalds, Assistant to the Publisher & “The City Council MUST reverse its vote on closing Fire Station Promotions Director; 8. The hills and Foothill Park are a dry disaster waiting to happen. Rachel Palmer, Promotions & Online Assistant If there’s money for an Environmental Coordinator at $181K a magine... Janice Covolo, Receptionist; Ruben Espinoza, I Jorge Vera, Couriers year basic expenses (that’s the first year before raises, staff, and EMBARCADERO PUBLISHING CO. perks — forever), then the city can find money for this. 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Page 4 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Upfront movements per second, which enables him or her to pick up 4-5 words per second, or 250-300 DR. RENEE’S words per minute. Thus, the constraints of the COMMUNITY visual span make it nearly impossible to read PIANO more than three hundred words per minute. If you love to read, be sure you are getting Independence Day fireworks the best correction possible to see clearly and Enjoy the FUN eliminate fatigue. Have your eyes examined planned throughout Bay Area of PLAYING regularly and keep your prescription updated. THE PIANO! Here at Menlo Optical we ensure your doctors For first year, no displays at Great America Rx is filed properly and you get the best Lessons materials, options, and frames available to by Susan Hong for ADULTS A FAST READ give you the best vision. and A variety of recent studies challenge the Call us at 322-3900, or bring your prescription ireworks celebrating Inde- Redwood City: A free July notion that speed readers can see a whole page to 1116 University Drive, on the corner of Oak pendence Day on July 4 this Fourth Festival and 66th Annual CHILDREN of print at once. The challenge is based on the Grove Avenue and University Drive. F year will light the sky across Independence Day Parade will take face that the eye’s construction limits their focus P.S. As a person ages, conditions such as the Bay Area — except at Great place in downtown Redwood City. to only one relatively small area of a page at macular degeneration shrink the visual span. America. The parade starts at 10 a.m. and will DR. RENEE CHEVALIER a time. While some people may believe that Mark Schmidt is an American Board of Opticianry and National Contact Lens Examiners Certified Officials at the Santa Clara theme go through downtown along Brew- (650) 854-0543 they can view an entire page, only eight to ten park have decided to discontinue ster Avenue, Veterans Boulevard, letters actually fit into a “window” called the Optician licensed by the Medical Board of California. www.DrReneesPiano.com He can be easily reached at Menlo Optical, 1166 hosting fireworks the week of July Main Street and Arguello Street. “visual span.” Typically a person makes four eye University Drive, Menlo Park. 650-322-3900. 4, opting to focus their pyrotech- The Festival starts at 9 a.m. Crafts, nics on Memorial and Labor days food, music, entertainment, antique instead. fire engines, and clowns will be a However, other groups will mount part of the celebration. Fireworks displays as usual this year. will start at 9:30 p.m. Info: www. Grammy-nominated Big Bad parade.org. Voodoo Daddy will kick off the mid- Foster City: A free Fourth of week party at Stanford University July Celebration at Leo J. Ryan on July 3 with its swing and jump Park on 650 Shell Blvd. will start blues music. A display of fireworks at 8 a.m. and go until 10 p.m. with will close the evening celebration at a pancake breakfast followed by a Frost Amphitheater. day-long celebration. There will be Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for a dog show, a family parade and live picnicking. The concert starts at music. Fireworks will start at 9:30 7:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin at p.m. Info: 650-286-3380, www.fos- 9:30 p.m. Tickets range from $22 tercity.org. for Stanford students to $750 for Half Moon Bay: A parade down tables. Info: 650-725-2787 or visit Main Street will begin at noon. Free http://livelyarts.stanford.edu. fireworks will color the atmosphere The San Francisco Symphony off Pillar Point Harbor starting at will perform in the 21st annual sunset. Info: 650-726-8380, www. Fourth of July Fireworks Spec- halfmoonbaychamber.org. tacular in Mountain View at the San Francisco: The Fourth of Shoreline Amphitheater. Doors July Waterfront Festival on Pier 39 open at 5 p.m. and the show starts will fill the streets with performers at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $24 and music starting at noon and will to $79. Info: 650-967-3000, www. go to 9:30 pm. Fireworks will be- shorelineamp.com. gin at 9:30 p.m. Info: www.pier39. The City of Santa Clara is spon- com. soring a free July 4 fireworks show Oakland: At Jack London Square in Central Park, with prime viewing on Broadway at Embarcadero West spots at the Community Recreation a free live music event will start a Center on 969 Kiely Blvd. Attend- 1 p.m. There will be activities for ees can picnic between 7 to 9:30 children, arts, crafts and food. Fire- p.m. as local school bands play. works start at 9:15 p.m. Info: www. Fireworks start 9:30 p.m. Streets jacklondonsquare.com. will close after 8:30 p.m., and the Berkeley: The City of Berkeley city advises arriving by 7 p.m. will host its annual Fourth of July • SAN MATEO • PALO ALTO • CONCORD • RICHMOND • PLEASANTON • SAN RAFAEL • CAPITOLA • SAN JOSE • SAN MATEO • PALO ALTO •

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for Luskin and Krinsley and Danny, of the Luskin family Photo courtesy from 11:00 to 5:30 who was to celebrate his 15th birth- th th th th day last Thursday. July 5 , 6 , 7 & 8 As Anna was wrapping up her sec- 100 Addison Avenue at Alma, Palo Alto ond year at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, (Across from the Anthropologie Store) her parents decided they would fly 650-328-1540 [email protected] back to Denver to watch the Yan- kees/Colorado Rockies game, as longtime Yankees fans. They had asked if Anna could re- turn home early to be with Danny Jarryd Guevara, Anna Luskin and Danny Luskin. while they were gone, but Anna sug- gested that he come down there to no flights available, and they spent is also their best friend? Not many. hang out with her instead. He took a a frantic, frustrating, anguish-filled But I can.” bus, and they planned to drive home night calling about her condition. “And she said that all the time,” Wednesday to celebrate Danny’s By the time they arrived in San Luskin added. birthday with the family Thursday Luis Obispo a second CAT scan had “She had the unique ability to ap- evening. revealed brain damage that was below preciate and be grateful and under- They took the U.S. Highway 101 the initial hematoma. stand the blessings of her life and be scenic route. Then at about 8:45 p.m., Her parents now are concentrating able to express them,” Jan recalled. as Danny slept and Anna drove, the on the brightness of their memories “And I don’t think most teenagers car drifted toward the center divider. of her. Krinsley is a second-grade do that. I think as you get older and Anna apparently over-corrected, teacher at Nixon Elementary School look back you realize how grateful throwing the car into a spin across in Palo Alto and Luskin is a psy- you are for what you have and ex- the northbound lanes. chologist and Stanford University press it. But she never held back. It smashed sideways into an oak professor who has written books on There was no holding back from ei- tree on the driver’s side, obliterating overcoming stress and forgiveness. ther direction.” the side of the car with enough force They are acutely aware of some iro- Luskin said they held back telling to dislodge the seat and force it over nies of Anna’s passing, from finding Anna about a recent mammogram the divider onto Danny. her paper on “My Legacy” that gave scare involving Jan, a false alarm, A paramedic later told Fred that he her vision of her life, to remembered until after it was resolved. Anna was believes Anna was gone by the time conversations, to Fred’s speaking last upset and told them, “Don’t protect paramedics arrived. She was trans- December at Kara, a grief-support us. I want to be there to help!” ferred from the community hospital agency, on how to deal with sudden Anna called Jan back that evening in Paso Robles to a larger hospital in overwhelming loss. While they live and, crying, said she didn’t know San Luis Obispo, where a neurosur- in Redwood City off Farm Hill Bou- what she’d do without her. geon was available. levard now, they lived in Palo Alto “I said, and it’s kind of amazing I Luskin and Krinsley, in Den- during the early years of school for said this to her, now, thinking about ver, began to become concerned “a Anna and Danny, and Krinsley’s it, I said, ‘Sweetie, the one blessing ACCELERATED couple minutes after 9 p.m.” when teaching job enabled the children to is that if anything ever happened to they hadn’t heard from Anna, who continue in Palo Alto schools. either of us we would have no regrets. maintained frequent phone contact Jan recalled the special closeness We know that everything has been Travel Careers Program with her mother. They tried calling she had with Anna, which Fred ac- said. We have loved as much as we repeatedly, and then there was a call knowledged. could. We have expressed it as much Summer Session from the hospital within an hour. Jan retrieved a 2002 Mother’s Day as we could.’ at Foothill College Danny had regained full con- note from Anna, framed with cut- “And she says, ‘I know, Mommy. sciousness and had given hospital out pictures and illustrations: “Every I know.’” ■ officials the cell-phone number. time I think about you I realize how Editor Jay Thorwaldson can be e- The parents were told they should lucky I am,” Anna had written. “How mailed at jthorwaldson@paweekly. Earn a Career get there immediately. But there were may people can say that their mom com. Certificate for Online School board been made,” consultants said. The board ought to “reaffirm lo- Reservationist: (continued from page 3) Board members would do their cal values,” adopt a renewed focus Basic own research into issues when they on policies, and build a “code of suffer the “loss of long-tenured talent felt the quality of information given conduct” for board members, Tal- to other districts.” There would be them by the staff was questionable, ley said. “continued, if not escalated hostility the report found. “With the superintendent, the between the Board and the manag- District personnel also com- board needs to take the lead in de- ers, loss of energy and commitment mented on the board’s lack of co- veloping and modeling PAUSD val- in support of high performances, herence, as reflected in numerous ues,” he said. loss of trust and rapport, and dam- split votes. Consultants recommended the age to the Board’s credibility.” Board members attributed it district could adopt more respectful Consultants came to these conclu- to “differing views” on how they language to challenge unacceptable This 5-week sions after conducting five months should work with the superintendent behavior such as the following: SABRE Program of interviews with 71 people includ- as well as with one another. Others “Excuse me, but what you just did Starts July 9. ing all school board members, the attributed it to a lack of vision. seems outside our agreements”; and current superintendent, all senior “A strong majority complained “My understanding is that we were cabinet members, and more than 50 that the Board does not provide a not going to do X anymore”; and “I members of the Palo Alto Manage- consistent vision, use educational can hear that you’re angry, but we For schedule and information ,visit ment Association. expert in the formation of policy, agreed to attack the issues and not www.foothill.edu/bss/tc. Many members of the group said or educate itself sufficiently before each other.” they felt their expertise and experi- making a decision,” according to The school district as a whole ence was being disregarded or disre- the report. needs to create an environment in spected, the report said. The district Consultants recommended the which professionals feel safe to ad- lacks a systematic channel to flow school board follow a strategic plan dress complex and conflicted issues FOOTHILL COLLEGE “expertise and advice into policy and avoid reactive decision making, rather than wasting effort on protect- 4000 Middlefield Road N Palo Alto, CA N 94003-4739 making,” the consultants found. consultants added. ing themselves or maneuvering for a Middlefield Campus www.foothill.edu “They reported having been asked “Sometimes you need to say, better position, consultants said. for opinion or input ‘after the fact,’ to ‘No,’” said Jerry Talley of Geoff There needs to be a culture of confirm a decision that had already Ball and Associates. (continued on page 8) Page 6 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Upfront Kepler’s Celebrates Harry Potter: Midnight Magic and Wizardry! Connoisseur’s Market – Kids’ Zone

News Digest Friday, July 20, 9:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 21 – 22, from Human activity likely sparked 128-acre fire 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Stroll through the Quidditch Human activity most likely caused Monday’s fire, which consumed 128 Downtown Menlo Park acres of grassy hiking area in the foothills above Stanford University cam- World Cup and take your pus, investigators have concluded. chances at Bludger batting! In addition to the newly Investigators found the water generator, which they originally thought Join Hagrid (Walter the Giant) released Harry Potter and caused the fire, was unplugged. for mischief in the Youth the Deathly Hallows, we “The area of origin was determined to be near an existing diesel genera- tor. The generator was disconnected and secured at the time of the fire. Department. If you are of will be selling beautifully There was no evidence that arcing or shorting had occurred within any of a darker nature, loiter in crafted wands, suitable for the electrical equipment in the area, and no fuses had blown,’’ according to the Death Eater Enclave. If you have not yet students as well as more accomplished witches a statement by Fire Marshal Dan Firth. acquired your Gringott's Bank Promissory note and wizards; brooms for both professional Police are investigating whether the fire started accidentally or intention- for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, call ally. Firefighters and Stanford police will continue to search for clues and and amateur Quidditch players, Quidditch interview people regarding the fire’s cause. More information will be posted or go to Kepler's Books and Magic in haste. goggles, and other finely made products for as it becomes available. ■ If you are spellbound at home, then just visit Harry Potter fans. —Susan Hong www.keplers.com to purchase your note. At the stroke of Midnight, promissory notes can Joint Middle/High School Book Group District chooses new Duveneck principal be exchanged for the 7th and LAST Harry will be discussing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Duveneck Elementary School now has a new principal, Kathleen Mea- Potter book. gher (pronounced “Mar”). The appointment was confirmed at Tuesday on Wednesday, July 25th, at 6:30 p.m. night’s school board meeting. Meagher will begin July 1. Meagher has been assistant principal for Los Altos High School for the last three years. The Duveneck Principal Selection Input Committee saw Don’t miss these other exciting author events! Meagher as an “outstanding educator.” The committee was impressed with her breadth of understanding of the elementary curriculum and her com- mitment to excellence, according to a district press release. Khaled Hosseini Susan Casey, Kaui Hart Meagher began her teaching career in southern California, where she A Thousand Splendid Suns Hemmings, Ellen Sussman, taught kindergarten, second and fourth grades for seven years. Starting in Thursday, July 5, 7:00 p.m. Joyce Maynard, Kate Moses, 1995, she taught first grade at Fairmeadow Elementary School in Palo Alto. 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Sunday, July 8, 2:00 p.m. The Rise of India and China The district’s superintendent, Kevin Skelly, believes Meagher will “quick- and What It Means for All of Us ly make strong connections with the entire Duveneck community.” ■ Monday, July 23, 7:30 p.m. —Susan Hong Andrew Ferguson Land of Lincoln: Adventures Books Inc. to reopen at Town and Country in Abe’s America Kristin Gore Tuesday, July 10, 7:30 p.m. Sammy’s House: A Novel Independent bookseller Books Inc. will move to a new location at Town Tuesday, July 24, 7:30 p.m. and Country Shopping Center in early 2008 after 50 years in the Stanford GO-GREEN Event: What Can Shopping Center, developer Jim Ellis announced this week. I Do? 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“This is the culmination of a pe- School board riod that has been very, very diffi- (continued from page 6) cult and challenging for the board “mutual respect and belief in each oth- and the community,” board member er’s best intentions even as disagree- Gail Price said. “We are all commit- ments emerge,” the report stated. ted to ensure we move forward in an When it comes to blame, the con- optimistic and hopeful way.” sultants advised district personnel not “This is a time for healing,” board to point fingers. member Mandy Lowell said. “We “No one and everyone” is to want managers to be respected as blame, they said in the 31-page re- professionals.” port. “What does matter is peoples’ “The report presents actionable 40358 ability and willingness to listen to work for us to do,” board member each other without a presumption of Barb Mitchell said. guilt or innocence, of being right or Carol Rosenberg, principal of the Franchised Dance Studios wrong, and with an interest in mov- Palo Alto Adult School, thanked the 650.216.7501 20652065 Broadway, Broadway, Redwood Redwood CityCity ing ahead together.” board on behalf of PAMA for ad- Holiday Parties • Cruises • Weddings • Birthdays Anniversaries Holiday Parties • Cruises Weddings www.arthurmurrayredwoodcity.com Looking forward, the vast major- dressing the organizational process. Holiday Parties • Cruises • Weddings • Birthdays • Anniversaries • Holiday Parties • Cruises ity of teachers and managers felt “Figuring out what the issues are is Palo Alto schools were a great place the easy part,” board candidate Me- in which to work, Talley said. Most lissa Baten Caswell said. “The hard were also “optimistic” the district part is how to make the change.” could change for the better. The consultant is expected to meet “This was the time,” Talley said with Skelly in early July to share he heard from interviewees about their report with him. The board the board and the superintendent to will begin working on changes with make positive changes. “This is the Skelly in the fall. ■ year to do it.” The consultant’s full report can Board members expressed support be found at www.pausd.org. for the consultants’ recommenda- Staff Writer Susan Hong can be tions. reached at [email protected].

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Page 8 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly ArtsA weekly guide to music, & theater, art,Entertainment movies and more, edited by Rebecca Wallace

Hidden Top left: There’s a cast of thousands behind the music at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church; the pipe organ contains 4,568 pipes, and you have to go behind the church walls to see treasures most of them. Above: A grand golden grille conceals many of the mechanics of the Stan- ford Theatre pipe organ. Left: Bill Taylor is Palo Alto’s pipe organs offer musical one of the organists who plays before and riches behind church and theater doors after films at the Stanford Theatre.

by Rebecca Wallace Photographs by Marjan Sadoughi

ozart called it the king of instruments, but the organ. He prepares to play what he calls the most famous off your feet, then smiles sheepishly. pipe organ doesn’t parade its pageantry. In fact, if organ piece, Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D Minor. “We have a sound restriction,” he says, gesturing to the you never go to church or old movies, you might “Curiously, there’s no proof that he wrote it,” Welch quiet neighborhood outside. “We can’t play loudly after miss Palo Alto’s majestic array of instruments. notes. But no matter. He dives right in. 10 p.m.” MBehind church doors — and at the Stanford Theatre — is The St. Mark’s organ is nearing its 50th birthday, but Some nights, it must be hard for him to stop playing. a wealth of keyboards and gleaming pipes. These organs playing it seems remarkably complex, even high-tech. The Welch has been at the keyboard since he was 8, first the play for brides and choirs, of course, but they’re equally console has four manual keyboards and a pedal board: piano and then the organ. Now he holds a Doctor of Musi- at home with Bach and Gershwin. They can rumble like Even while Welch’s hands cross and dance across the keys, cal Art degree from Stanford University and also teaches a bassoon, warble like a human voice and trumpet with his feet can play chords below. With expression pedals, he at Santa Clara University. panache. can also use his feet to make the music louder or softer. He grows reverent as he recalls playing organs in Ger- For a suburban area, Palo Alto has an impressive set of All around the keyboards are stops resembling knobs many that Bach himself had played. “That was my main pipes. This may be due to the Peninsula’s affluence, or to or tabs. In a pipe organ, the sound comes from air going pilgrimage in life.” the local appreciation for musical quality. In any event, through the pipes. Pulling out or flipping a stop chang- Still, the St. Mark’s organ isn’t too shabby. The original there’s a range of musical diversity, which is well repre- es which group of pipes you access when you play the 1957 instrument had three keyboards and 1,555 pipes, and sented by a particular trio of organs: the Casavant Frères keyboard. So when you use the stop marked “Festival now boasts four keyboards and 4,568 pipes. That makes organ at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church; the brand-new Lé- Trumpet,” for example, your notes will sound bright and the organ one of the largest in the area, Welch says. tourneau at First Congregational Church of Palo Alto; and brassy. But even if you’re a regular churchgoer or concert fan, the Wurlitzer at the Stanford Theatre. Welch plays a strings sound and an oboe, then demon- you still see only the console and a few pipes. For the full At St. Mark’s in Midtown, Palo Alto organist James strates different styles of music. “A little Gershwin?” he story, you’ve got to climb a ladder behind the sanctuary Welch, clean-cut and polite, is more than happy to dem- asks, as the organ sings out “tomato, tomahto.” walls, to a world of silvery pipes ranging in height from a onstrate the Casavant. There’s a hum as he turns on the Can he pull out all the stops? But of course. Welch pro- electric blowers, which furnish the wind pressure for the duces a blasting “Wedding March” that could knock you (continued on next page)

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Above: The brand-new First Congrega- tional pipe organ is a dream come true for Joe Guthrie, church organist and as- sistant music director. Left: Guthrie has swapped his flip-flops for shiny oxfords to better play the organ’s pedal board.

grade, I’d play the organ in church for ex- tra money. My friends had paper routes; I played at funerals.” Guthrie joined First Congregational in 1995, and the congregation decided about four years ago to build a new organ. Parts of the previous organ dated back 100 years.

Marjan Sadoughi The church also decided to do major acoustical work to the sanctuary. The (continued from previous page) whole project cost about $3 million and required a ma- jor fundraising campaign, Guthrie says. It took 18 months for the Quebec-based company fraction of an inch to 16 feet. You follow narrow cat- Orgues Létourneau to build the organ in the factory, walks, keeping your elbows in so you don’t touch the and Guthrie flew up to test it out. Then the Létourneau pipes and make them go out of tune. team took the organ apart and shipped it to Palo Alto. Seasonal temperatures affect the metal pipes, too. In “When it arrived, 50-some church volunteers helped fact, the organ sounds different every day. “With this unload it. We had to take all the church pews out to get beast, when you turn it on you never know what you’re it in,” Guthrie said. The team from Létourneau stayed going to get,” Welch says affectionately. for two months putting the instrument together and Some of the pipes have caps on top; some are open; voicing it, working 12- to 14-hour days. some are tapered; some are fluted. The tiniest look like “One day I was leading a choir rehearsal when one of dolls’ piccolos. “All these things make a difference in the technicians came in, handed me the key, and said, harmonics,” Welch says. ‘We’re done.’ I couldn’t believe it was finally finished,” Building this behemoth was a massive undertaking. Guthrie said. “The builders got emotional, too.” In the ‘50s, the organ was fueled by a larger congre- The new organ was unveiled on Sunday, May 13. gation — and a lot of money. Welch estimates that in Although the instrument adheres to air-powered tra- today’s dollars each stop and its mechanism would cost dition, it does have some contemporary touches. Guth- $20,000; the whole organ could cost $1 million to $2 rie can record himself playing, and the organ is built on million. “It’s a relic that could probably not be repeated to- (continued on page 13) day,” Welch says. And yet, not far away, the First Congregational church has just completed its own colossal organ. The console smells like polished wood (“that new-organ smell,” or- Other noteworthy ganist Joe Guthrie jokes) and features black keys of maple and white keys of bone. It has 49 stops and is Palo Alto organs flanked by two sections of soaring pipes. Most of the more than 3,000 pipes are hidden, but • All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 555 Waverley St.: there’s still plenty to see, including trumpet-shaped A newly refurbished D.A. Flentrop organ pipes that jut out regally, as though announcing the ar- rival of a king. • First Lutheran Church, 600 Homer Ave.: A 2002 Guthrie is also assistant music director and pianist Casavant Frères organ with some 1,500 pipes CHOOSE THE BEST for the Beach Blanket Babylon musical revue in San LT O W A E VOTE ONLINE AT WWW.PALOALTOONLINE.COM Francisco, and he’s got a charming theatrical way about • First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton E him. All the excitement of playing this dream of an Ave.: The Merritt Speidel Memorial Organ, in- O K VOTING DEADLINE IS JULY 13 L L instrument glows in his face. stalled in 1963 by the Swain & Kates company A Y

P It’s 2007 and this year’s Best “It’s fantastic!” he exclaims. “I practice every day.” and since refurbished of Palo Alto is a salute to Double -0-Seven. Guthrie, a Palo Alto resident, was an organ major at BEST OF So park that Aston Martin, spy this year’s the University of Missouri at Kansas City’s conserva- • Memorial Church (Stanford University): The 2 0 0 7 tory of music. Before that, he was a small-town boy 1984 Fiske-Nanney Organ with 4,422 pipes ballot and select 2007’s best! yearning to play the organ. “When I was in fifth, sixth Page 10 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Arts & Entertainment

ferent perspectives.” As a companion to the theatrical offerings, “Africa Onstage” includes a free film series: screenings of re- cent movies from countries such as Mali, Rwanda, South Africa and Zaire. Films are being screened Monday evenings at 8 p.m. through Aug. 13 in Cubberley Auditorium on cam- pus; titles include “Hotel Rwanda” on July 2 and “Chocolat” on July 9. Each film is followed by a discussion led by an SST company member. Similarly, a post-show audience discussion period has been sched- uled for one performance of each of (650) 858-7700 the plays. ■ 3001 El Camino Real in Palo Alto www.MikesBikes.com Kelley Cox From left: Wade Ray, Olivia Harewood, Jay-Marie Hill, Robert Watkins and Valerie Ballende rehearse the Lorraine Hansberry play “Les Blancs.” The Bowman program builds confidence, creativity and Spotlight on Africa academic excellence. Stanford Summer Theater’s 2007 festival delves into Lower School - GradesK-5 African culture, politics Middle School - Grades6-8 by Kevin Kirby Individualized, self-directed program s Stanford Summer Theater and violence in the Niger Delta, the Stanford drama professor Harry Rich international & cultural studies ramps up for its 2007 season, source of nearly 10 percent of the oil Elam Jr., director of “Les Blancs,” Aentitled “Africa Onstage,” Me- consumed in the U.S. stresses the vitality and variety rep- Proven, Montessori approach morial Hall is abuzz with activity. The second show in SST’s sea- resented in these four plays, describ- Dancers move to the sounds of Afri- son (July 19-Aug. 5) is Lorraine ing them as “very different in tone.” can jazz and traditional drumming. Hansberry’s “Les Blancs,” a play He also stresses the dual mission of State-of-the-art facility Actors concentrate on mimicking about the struggle for indepen- SST: to educate as well as entertain. unfamiliar dialects — lengthening dence from European colonialism “But that doesn’t mean you’re go- Low student-teacher ratio vowels and blunting consonants. In in an unnamed African country. ing to come and get lectured at,” he the scene shop, one of SST’s design- Even though it was written in 1967 said. “It’s about selecting shows that ers uses a jigsaw to create the silhou- (shortly before Hansberry’s death) have meat to them, that present dif- www.bowmanschool.org ette of a sparse, low-spreading thorn and deals with the political climate 4000 Terman Drive l Palo Alto, CA l Tel: 650-813-9131 tree. of that time, Rehm feels that “Les All of this work is aimed at a Blancs” speaks just as powerfully What: “Africa Onstage,” four single goal: to present onstage a to social and political issues playing plays presented by Stanford dramatically compelling portrait of out in Africa today. Summer Theater at Stanford Real Estate Matters a continent that is known to most It was this play, in fact, that was the University Americans only through news re- catalyst for “Africa Onstage.” Rehm you've found a home you love, you ports of civil wars and humanitar- had originally imagined a season Where: “Tings Dey Happen” FREEDOM FROM can rest assured that your offer will ian crises. dedicated exclusively to Hansber- in Oak Lounge, Tresidder FINANCING FEAR be taken seriously, because your According to Rush Rehm, artistic ry’s works, until a friend suggested Student Union; “Les Blancs” financing has already been condi- director and co-founder of Stanford focusing on Africa instead. This and “Farewell to a Cannibal If you're planning the purchase tionally backed by your lender. Summer Theater, previous seasons suggestion launched Rehm on an in- Rage” presented in Pigott of your first home, you're probably Visit a local real estate profes- have focused on the work of indi- tense period of research into African Theater, Memorial Hall; “Oda experiencing two conflicting emo- sional to get an overview of the vidual playwrights — Harold Pinter, culture, politics and theatrical tradi- Oak Oracle” presented in tions - excitement and apprehen- Anton Chekov, Bertolt Brecht — or tions. He describes his findings as purchase process and to discuss Prosser Studio Theater, Me- sion. The positive energy from your your concerns and dreams with a specific theatrical styles such as ab- “extraordinarily complex and rich.” morial Hall excitement is an asset in your home surdism or Restoration-era comedy. Most Americans, he believes, have professional who can help you take search, but the negative energy those first steps toward ownership. “Africa Onstage” is a distinct depar- only a partial picture of Africa, at When: The theater festi- from your fear of the unknown is a ture from that mold. It may also be best. “When you start working on val opens July 5 and runs liability. Jackie Schoelerman is a Realtor SST’s most ambitious season yet. this you realize, ‘My God, there’s so through Aug. 12. See SST’s Paramount to buying your first with Alain Pinel Realtors and a The season kicks off with “Tings much we don’t know.’” Web site for specific perfor- home is understanding how much Real Estate Specialist for Seniors. Dey Happen,” a one-man show writ- Rehm also felt that it was impor- mance dates and times. you can afford. You can start by Call Jackie for real estate advice. ten and performed by Dan Hoyle tant to include works by African taking the all-important next step of (July 5-8). Based on interviews that playwrights in the mix, works sel- Cost: All seats for all per- loan pre-qualification. Hoyle conducted in the oil-rich Niger dom seen in this country. To that formances are $20 each. (If Pre-qualification may sound in- Delta region of Nigeria, the show re- end, the summer season concludes shows do not sell out in ad- timidating, but it's a great way to cently played to sold-out houses and with “Farewell to a Cannibal Rage” vance, remaining tickets will find your comfort zone and build rave reviews in San Francisco. by Nigerian playwright Femi Oso- be available at the door on a your purchasing confidence. When “It’s really stunning,” Rehm says. fisan (Aug. 9-12) and “Oda Oak pay-what-you-can basis.) a lender interviews you and reviews “Dan plays all of these characters: Oracle” by Ethiopian poet and play- Nigerians and Europeans, warlords, wright Tsegaye Gabre-Medhin (Aug. your financial documentation, you'll Info: Call the box office at know right now how much home oil workers, prostitutes. He even has 16-19). Both plays combine elements 650-725-5838, or go to a scene that’s an imagined dialogue of traditional African theater and you can afford. summertheater.stanford.edu. 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A sobering drama ‘Elephant Man’ looks at the disturbing allure of the grotesque by Melody Dye

he British writer Iris Murdoch was paraphrasing Plato when T she mused that art “tries to cover up ... the harsh but inspiring truth of the distance between man and God.” Art, she meant, is a kind of consolation for a reality we can- not fully comprehend. The playwright Bernard Pomer- ance must have paid little heed to Murdoch’s estimations, for his most famous art — the sobering and in- sistent drama “The Elephant Man” Allen Robert — offers far more questions than consolation. Perhaps rightly so. As the clever character Mrs. Kendal figures in the second act, “There is Aldo Billingslea plays “elephant man” John Merrick and Rebecca no good use to beauty; it does not Dines is the artless Mrs. Kendal. signify very much.” Like his dry comedienne, Pomer- accuracy and the kind of specula- mantic ideals, which are beautiful in ance is less interested in the illusive tive indulgence — and occasional their simplicity, and the grotesque comforts of beauty than in the dis- fabrication — that make for good condition of the society leering in turbing allure of the grotesque. And theater. on him. At times the play feels as it is an exploration of the human Merrick is played by the 6-foot-4 much a meditation on the physically grotesque in its many dimensions Aldo Billingslea, who employs nei- grotesque as a musing on the decay (physical, spiritual, ecumenical) that ther make-up nor costume to con- of society and the human soul, a de- forms the backbone of his play. vey his disfigurement. On stage, the cay seen in those who crowd Mer- “The Elephant Man” is so named chameleon actor contorts his mus- rick with their disgust and their pity, for its theatrical rendering of the life cular frame into a limping, broken who are as ruthless in scorning him of Joseph Merrick, a 19th-century deformation, and knots his pleasing as they are in “civilizing” him. sideshow attraction known for his countenance into a grimace. The ca- It is an engaging play altogether, extreme physical deformities: a host dence of his speech takes on a long, but also one that leaves us wonder- of tumors and lesions that so disfig- halting quality and his movements ing what, precisely, we are meant ured him that he appeared scarcely much the same. Such efforts are im- to make sense of: the meaning of human. Merrick was reviled as a pressive but leave no illusion; it is beauty, the grotesque, the modern monster for his afflictions and long impossible to lose sight of Billings- condition? And how are we to make endured public ridicule. lea’s sinewy body in performance. sense? After being abandoned and swin- This has the effect of forcing our On opening night, the production dled by a showman on the Conti- imaginative understanding of the stumbled slightly in its first scenes, nent, Merrick found refuge with a deformity to take shape through but regained momentum as it Dr. Frederick Treves, a physician how other characters react to it, pushed forward. While some of the at London Hospital who made him and in consequence, to him. The acting is splendid, some is decidedly a permanent home there. Merrick nature of his appearance is mir- less so, and the emotional pitch can thrived, attracting the sympathetic rored in masks of pity and disgust shift all too abruptly at times. Still, attentions of Victorian high society and echoed in sneers. This sort of the production is always enjoyable and finding strength in his unwaver- sophisticated portrayal, develop- and certainly worthy of the weighty ing Christian faith. But Merrick did ing across scenes and characters, is questions it broaches. ■ not long enjoy these pleasures. He subtler than make-up or gesture; it died at the age of 27 of asphyxia- allows Billingslea the room to resist tion, his windpipe collapsing under the sort of physical pantomime that What: The Bernard Pomer- the weight of his engorged head as might too easily slip into parody. ance drama “The Elephant he slept. And parody is just the thing that Man,” presented by Theatre- These are the bare facts of his- any actor in this role must steadfast- Works tory. At TheatreWorks, the play is ly avoid, for Merrick is written as a a fleshed-out and full-bodied re- Romantic, his head full of unlikely Where: Mountain View Cen- imagining of that history. It watch- dreams. In this he is both beauti- ter for the Performing Arts, fully lingers over Merrick’s mental ful and pathetic. Pomerance leaves 500 Castro St. anguish and his hopes for happi- it unclear what we should make of ness, probing at his friendship with his unrelenting optimism; that is, if When: Through July 15, with the troubled Dr. Treves, played by we should be moved or depressed performances Tuesday-Sun- the able and occasionally inspir- by it. To his credit, Billingslea tows day ing Jason Kuykendall, and his lust the line between the two, making for the artless, unrestrained Mrs. of Merrick something neither pa- Cost: Tickets are $20-$56. Kendal, played to droll perfection thetic nor perfect, but more richly by Rebecca Dines. The play takes human. Info: Call 650-903-6000 or some from history and much from Pomerance also deliberately sets go to theatreworks.org. fiction, swimming between factual up a contrast between Merrick’s Ro- Page 12 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Arts & Entertainment James Welch, at the St. Mark’s BEST OF PALO ALTO organ, says his career highlights e c include playing organs in Ger- n many where Bach himself had O e played. t o V LT O W y A E l E About the cover: O K n L L

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Treasures golden screens on either side of the (continued from page 10) movie screen. “All the percussion instruments steel frames for seismic stability. are real,” Taylor says. “There’s a

“If there’s ever an earthquake, marimba behind the lower part of Jamie Davis where you want to be is inside this the grille. ... For Spanish music you THIS Kurt Rosenwinkel organ,” Guthrie said. have tambourines and a castanet.” But enough about the mechanics. True to form in a pipe organ pow- WEEK! How does it sound? ered by wind, the instruments are Guthrie plays a Bach fugue that pneumatically operated. They’re swiftly builds in intensity and com- rigged up through the keyboard; plexity, and passers-by gather in the a bellows attached to a hammer back of the church to listen. Guthrie sounds the instrument. closes his eyes. The sound is almost Behind the screens, organ cura-

impossibly rich and resonant. tor Edward Stout leads the way up Lou Donaldson One of the organ stops is marked a ladder to show off the contrap- “Tutti,” Italian for “all.” It brings tions. Upstairs is a hammer strik- to mind a massive choir singing at ing a gong, and a device that sounds once, and that gives you a taste of like someone knocking on a door. this organ’s power. If you stand in There’s also, of course, a huge host the middle of the sanctuary during of metal pipes. Stout jauntily pulls a “Tutti” moment, you can feel the out a thin one, announces, “Strings,” music pounding throughout your and blows through it, sounding like entire body, vibrating in your feet. a violin. Kurt Rosenwinkel Classical organs such as St. Stout is the retired curator of Mark’s and First Congregational’s organs at Grace Cathedral in San may have the blessing of a church, Francisco, but he doesn’t seem re- but theater organs also enjoy plenty tired. He’s busy rebuilding and in- of spirit. Downtown, the Stanford stalling other organs. And Taylor is Theatre has an organ that James an engineer by day, unsurprising for Welch praises as one of the best someone who was drawn to organs “Mighty Wurlitzers” in the coun- for their mechanics. JUNE 23 – AUGUST 4 try. For now, though, Taylor’s only In the grand theater, which looking ahead to the next film, opened in 1925 and was later re- which will start shortly. stored by the David and Lucile The doors open and people start Packard Foundation, the three-key- filing into the theater, looking eager 6.29 Kurt Rosenwinkel Group board console sits at the base of the to take their red plush seats. They’re “Kurt Rosenwinkel is one of the finest and most movie screen. Organists Bill Taylor, here for Katharine Hepburn, but John Santos creative jazz guitarists playing today” – JOHN SCOFIELD David Hegarty and Jerry Nagano first they’re going to hear the (depending on the day) play before pipe organ — perhaps for the first 6.30 Lou Donaldson Quartet and after films, and the organ is hy- time. ■ “Straight ahead never sounded better” – JAZZPOLICE.COM draulically moved down when the movie starts. Other organists take 7.1 Basie & Beyond: Jamie Davis over to accompany silent films. Installed in 1989, the organ has “Davis’ clear, resonant baritone voice takes you since been upgraded several times, Info: St. Mark’s Episcopal out for a night on the town” – ALL ABOUT JAZZ Taylor says, sitting at the bench. Its Church is at 600 Colorado pipes come from a Lowes movie Ave. in Palo Alto. James 7.6 John Santos Quintet theater in Syracuse, while the con- Welch is scheduled to give “John Santos is one of the gentlemen who live in a concert on July 15; go to sole once lived at Grauman’s Chi- Bobby Hutcherson my heart and pay no rent.” – EDDIE PALMIERI nese Theatre in Hollywood. www.welchorganist.com. During the last century, the The First Congregational 7.7 Bobby Hutcherson Quartet Rudolph Wurlitzer Company, an Church of Palo Alto is at “One of jazz’s greatest improvisers”– SF CHRONICLE

American firm, built pipe organs 1985 Louis Road, and its COMING UP! designed to create a whole audio Web site is at fccpa.org. The 7.8 Klezmer Meets Jazz! world for silent films. So besides Stanford Theatre is at 221 being able to sound like a ‘30s or- University Ave.; go to www. The Gonifs, Left Turn No Signal & Sara Felder chestra, the Stanford organ can also stanfordtheatre.org. be a clip-clopping horse or a xylo- TICKETS: INFO: phone. The secret lies behind the 650.725.ARTS (2787) 650.736.0324 Klezmer Meets Jazz! TicketWeb.com StanfordJazz.org

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A felt Conphorm UM purse ($110) designed by Josh Jakus is made of excess factory scraps. Kelley Cox ECO- chic Kelley Cox Move over hippies, environmentally friendly fashion has gone hip

by Jocelyn Dong But more and more, high fashion and envi- n organic section may be common- ronmentally friendly fabrics and practices are place at farmers’ markets and in gro- converging, Cabanayan said. A T-shirt ($60) A cery stores — but in a clothing bou- Indeed, if recent catwalks are any indica- and jeans ($163) tique? tion, eco-fashion seems to be gaining a toe- by Loomstate Charina Cabanayan of Bloom Butik in hold in the apparel industry. are made of downtown Palo Alto is one retailer who hopes Two years ago at New York Fashion Week, organically her customers will soon be asking where the a show called “FutureFashion” presented eco- grown cotton. organic section is. logically friendly couture by well-known de- “Eco-fashion,” as it is called, is an up-and- signers such as Oscar de la Renta and Diane coming trend in the apparel industry, accord- von Furstenberg. ing to Cabanayan. She plans to sell a line of Crafted out of recycled polyester and or-

Kelley Cox Kelley organic apparel at her store as early as this ganically grown materials — cotton, hemp, fall. bamboo, silk and more — the garments tar- “Where the trends are going is to the ma- geted clients who were hip, not hippies. terials,” said the designer turned boutique That same spring, Sausalito-based Wildlife owner. Works sponsored a similar eco-fashion show, “Eco-fashion” may conjure up notions of “Catwalk on the Wild Side,” in San Francisco formless drawstring skirts and baggy tops in celebration of World Environment Day. handcrafted out of hemp — hardly the ap- The event included the designs from Edun (a parel of fashionistas. (continued on next page)

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Eco-chic said Lynda Grose, a designer, con- But the company founder, (continued from previous page) sultant and adjunct professor who Treading lightly Yvonne Chouinard, was firm. teaches sustainable fashion design “He said, ‘If we can’t use 100 clothing company launched by U2 at California College of the Arts in For mission-minded Patagonia, protecting the percent organic cotton, we won’t singer Bono, wife Ali Hewson and San Francisco. environment is part of its business plan use it at all,’” Drew said. designer Rogan Gregory), Luxury In the early ‘90s, she designed for As a result, Patagonia is the Eco by Linda Loudermilk, Loom- Esprit when it and a few other com- f there has been a frontrunner third-largest brand in the world state by Rogan Gregory, Dosa by panies attempted to go environmen- using organic cotton, according Christina Kim, Wildlife Works and tal with their clothing lines. Fashion in the trend of eco-apparel, it is I the outdoor-gear and clothing to a 2006 report by the Organic others. magazines picked up on the novelty retailer Patagonia. Exchange, an Oakland nonprofit It even featured a “little green and even came out with “Green devoted to the expansion of the dress” — the classic little black Consumer Guides,” Grose recalled The Ventura, Calif., company started thinking organic more global organic cotton-fiber supply. dress reinvented out of earth-friend- — but somehow eco-friendly cloth- Nike is the No. 1 brand. ly hemp/silk. ing turned out to be more of a fad. than a decade ago, and it hasn’t looked back. While Patagonia’s mission state- The event was repeated in 2006, This time around will be differ- ment is “to make the best product, and this spring, Wildlife Works put ent, Grose contends. In 1993, Patagonia started mak- ing its polyester fleece jackets out cause no harm to the environment, on its own show at London Fashion “It’s definitely here to stay,” she and use business to inspire solu- Week. said. Consumers on the whole have of material from recycled soda bottles. In 1996, it switched to tions to the environmental crisis,” “I see it as a long-term trend,” become more environmentally con- no one at the company is assert- scious since the ‘90s, fueling inter- using organic cotton in all of its clothes. ing that going organic necessar- est. Kelley Cox ily makes their items technically “We can see that with organic The company also runs a gar- ment-recycling program in which superior. Wedding food. We can see that with the “We don’t make better products purchase of Prius cars,” she said. it will accept back not only its products but some sold by compet- than Cloudveil, but we are think- “People now know what organic is. Patagonia’s polyester fleece jack- ing about our impact on the envi- People know what organic fiber is itors as well. By this fall, almost Gowns one-third of Patagonia’s clothes ets are made of recycled soda ronment,” Drew said. — it’s not something you eat.” bottles. And that example appears to Industry, too, has changed. Many will be recyclable through the take-back program, according to Some clothing tags are labeled have inspired — or at least paved more companies are making organic with a green “e” — to denote what the way for — similar companies products than did in the ‘90s, Grose the company. “We hope by 2010, we’ll be able the company calls “e-fibers,” or to jump on the eco-bandwagon, said — with sales keeping pace. environmentally friendlier fibers, including the North Face, REI, Statistics bear out that assertion. to recycle all the clothing we sell,” said Jennifer Drew, manager of the such as recycled and recyclable Timberland and others. Sales of products using organi- polyester, hemp, organic wool, Drew is encouraged that even cally grown cotton have been on the new Patagonia store in Palo Alto, which is holding its grand opening chlorine-free wool and organic top fashion designers are wading rise. In 2001, $86 million worth of cotton. in. organic cotton products were sold July 14. Walk into the shop on Alma “Twenty-five percent of the pes- “It doesn’t have to be us on the in the United States. By 2005, that ticides used in the world are used soapbox all by ourselves. Our figure had climbed to $275 million, Street, and customers will see not only clothing but educational signs on cotton. Ten percent of the herbi- rivers would be cleaner, our fish according to Oakland-based Organ- cides in the world are used on cot- would be healthier” if everyone ic Exchange, a nonprofit devoted to pointing out the environmental benefits of various garments. ton,” Drew said. “Pesticides and went organic, she said. the expansion of the global organic herbicides lead to environmental For now, their commitment to cotton-fiber supply. A table of T-shirts includes a stack of pamphlets about organic degradation.” the environment is also making In its “Global Organic Cotton The company’s shift to organic financial sense. In 2005, the com- Market Report,” the organization cotton. Another display features a “theme” T-shirt — one with cotton was not hailed as a smart pany’s sales were $260 million. predicted that by the end of 2008, business move at the time. And that’s key to the continuation worldwide sales would top $2.6 silhouetted ocean animals — to highlight the retailer’s ocean- “When we made the switch to of the movement, she said. billion — up from $275 million in organic, other people in the in- “If we don’t make money, no 2005. awareness campaign, along with brochures from organizations such dustry said, ‘You’re going down; one else is going to want to do The group also noted that more you’re finished,’” Drew said. this,” Drew said. ■ than 30 companies had “grow- as the Marine Fish Conservation Network. “There weren’t farms producing —Jocelyn Dong ing cotton programs” — including cotton in quantities we required.” Whole Foods, Nordstrom, Timber- land, REI and IKEA — and more than 1,200 small and medium-sized of sustainable technology. manufacturer near where it buys its In her store last week, Cabanay- brands and retailers offered organic Environmentally friendly clothes fabrics, thus reducing the amount an picked up a gray felt purse as a cotton products. — in addition to being made of ma- of both fuel used for transportation perfect example of a “sustainable” The trend of eco-fashion goes far terials that have been grown pesti- and air pollution created along the fashion accessory — one both lo- Bay Area Bridal beyond materials, however. cide-free — ideally don’t involve way, according to Cabanayan. cally conceived and produced. BAYAREABRIDAL.NET “Eco-fashion is about making harmful dyes or bleaches; may be Currently, she said, clothing com- The pod-shaped purse, consist- clothes that take into account the made from recycled textiles; are du- panies think little of buying fabrics ing of a single piece of industrial 408. 517. 5700 environment, the health of consum- rable, so people keep them longer; in Korea and shipping them to the wool felt and a zipper, was made by 19640 STEVENS CREEK BLVD. ers and the working conditions of and are made by people working United States and then on to Peru Berkeley-based Conphorm. The felt (at Market Place Center) people in the fashion industry,” under fair-trade conditions. for manufacturing. had been crafted out of manufac- HWY 280 & WOLFE RD. according to the Sustainable Tech- Eco-fashion could also mean “That’s a lot of shipping back and turers’ fabric scraps. It was then cut CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA nology Education Project, a group that a garment company is using a forth,” she said. and sewn in the Bay Area. dedicated to increasing awareness Last winter, the $110 purse was a hot seller at the boutique, Cabanay- an said. She hopes Bono’s line, Edun, will Painted do as well with her customers. Celebrating Bloom Butik isn’t the first down- Portraits town Palo Alto apparel shop to go Our15-Year organic, though. Mary Jaiswal, owner of Cielo and Anniversary! Blu, has been selling eco-fashion for a few seasons. She stocks her stores Our Gift to You- with Loomstate, an American brand A Free Bottle of Shampoo that uses organic cotton, and KO- with any service!* hZO, an earth-friendly Japanese line. “I’m always looking for new ideas on how to be safe to the environ- ment,” she said. She’s had shoppers who came in specifically looking for eco-fash- ion; others discovered the clothes 232 Stanford Shopping Center (between Bloomingdale’s & Macy’s) www.johannauribes.com only after browsing. Open Evenings & Weekends No Appointment Necessary [email protected] “Some customers, they heard 65O.324.2OO7 *expires April 30, 2007 650-368-1192 about it online. Bono is involved in Page 16 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly PenStyle this,” she said. “People will pay for good design,” high-fashion folks are doing it, oth- “This time around, it’s more of created earth-friendly fibers, eco- “Some customers come into the she said. “People don’t buy a gar- ers will copy them ... and it becomes a stable industry,” she said. “The fashion may be poised to come into store, and they have to make their ment because it’s organic. If it’s only mainstream,” she said. “It helps if companies are very serious and its own. choices” about buying organic ver- organic and it doesn’t look good, top designers are involved.” very committed.” “It’s only limited by the creative sus non-organic, she added. people won’t buy it.” Even if some drop off after awhile, And with the availability of a ideas of the designer,” she said. ■ Sales of the clothing have been Offer people a costlier organic Grose still believes eco-fashion will greater range of organic high-end Palo Alto Weekly Managing Edi- good. Beefy T, and they may pass on it. — and should — be here for the fabrics — from bamboo silk to sus- tor Jocelyn Dong can be e-mailed “It’s Palo Alto, after all. Everyone Give them a look they like, at long haul. tainable chiffon — as well as newly at [email protected]. wants to help the environment,” she a price point they like, and that’s said. also well-made and they’ll bite, she But environmental practices can said. cost, especially when the supply of At heart, buying clothing — or- organic cotton, for example, is lower ganic or not — “is an emotional than non-organic, thus sending up decision.” the price. Are consumers willing Which is why Grose is hopeful to pay to be eco-friendly — with now that top designers have got- Loomstate T-shirts going for $60 ten involved in the green-garment and jeans for $163? movement’s latest iteration — better Grose thinks that they will — if designs mean more interest. they like the product. “There’s a trickle-down theory. If

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melanzane ($8.25) was a stack of The crisp, crushed pistachio-coated sliced fried eggplant layered with pastry shell was filled with bland- tempting tomato, onion and basil tasting ricotta, chocolate and or- sauce. It was delicious but awfully ange peel. Only the delightful im- heavy for a first course — unless ported amarena cherries and their you are sharing, or starved. syrup were worth the calories. Fried calamari ($10) was fresh- The panna cotta ($7) was rub- tasting but the sliced, deep-fried bery and reminded me more of lemon slices that were interlaced tapioca than the delicate Italian were burned nearly beyond recog- dessert it tried to mimic. It jiggled nition. The warm red pepper-toma- and shimmied atop my plate like to sauce lacked intensity and added one of those plastic bobble-headed nothing to the seafood. hula dancers I see on dashboards Roasted asparagus salad ($9) was of Peterbilts. my favorite dish. The ample por- Wine is an experience at Rosso tion was served with mouthwater- & Bianco. Besides the myriad of ing wholegrain mustard vinaigrette Francis Coppola labels, the wine and shaved bresaola (dried Italian menu is broad-based and intriguing. beef filet). The dish was pleasantly There are dozens of wines available fleshy in the mouth. by the glass and an Enomatic wine The salmon salad ($8.75) was system that allows tasters to con- disappointing. It was a mountain struct their own wine flights from of arugula and a heap of shaved 24 labels. Not surprisingly, Rosso Kelley Cox Kelley fennel with not much of the deli- & Bianco is also a retail wine shop cate smoked fish. While it was one and all wines are available to go. of the lower-priced menu items, Café Rosso & Bianco is festive I would have been happy to pay and relaxed. The food passes mus- Rosso & Bianco pizzas, including this pizza Margherita, are shaped on a marble slab and cooked in a more for additional salmon. ter and the wine experience can be wood-fired oven. The pasta dishes were all good. exceptional. The black-coated wait thentically Neapolitan. The pizza I especially liked the rigatoni staff is generally attentive but the dough is shaped on a marble slab ($15), which had been baked with kitchen can have lapses. Star power and baked at 500 degrees. The meat sauce, mozzarella and ricotta There is always some slight roughly nine-inch bubbling pizzas cheeses and blanketed in thick, rich chance of glimpsing Mr. Coppola Coppola keeps his stamp on renamed, festive café are brought to the table on a wood tomato sauce. This was comfort hobnobbing at his cafe, but I doubt by Dale F. Bentson slab, sliced and transferred to a ce- food at its finest. it; empire builders seldom have ramic plate. The crust is thin in the The malfatti alla nonna ($15.25) time for so many details. ■ he Niebaum-Coppola Palo branding. Besides his film business, center and thicker on the edges. A was gnocchi with peas, sweet on- Alto bistro has quietly seg- his empire includes three cafés, a half-dozen variations are offered. ion and cream. The gnocchi were T ued into Café Rosso & Bi- literary magazine, a line of pack- gigantic, golf-ball-sized globs of The pizza Margherita ($11) was anco. Francis Ford Coppola still aged food products, vineyards and piping hot and vibrant, with the dumpling. There was no delicacy Café Rosso & Bianco owns the place and little else has a winery. (The name Rosso & Bi- mozzarella gooey atop the scarlet about these brutes; no cloud-like changed since the Italian-themed anco — “red and white” in Italian 473 University Ave. Palo Alto tomato sauce. Alas, I tasted none little pillows here. I’d never seen gn- 650-752-0350 café opened seven years ago. The — reflects the name of Coppola’s of the oregano that was listed as occhi like that before. They didn’t menu remains focused on pizza, new winery in Sonoma County.) Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11:30 an ingredient, and three tiny ba- taste bad but most of the sauce was a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. 11:30 a.m.-9 pasta, antipasti and lots and lots Stars slapping their identities on sil leaves atop were shriveled and quickly absorbed by the dumplings. of wine. products is as American as Hol- p.m. charred, looking as if they had just I could scarcely eat half the portion www.cafecoppola.com A red-and-white awning fes- lywood itself. Ever since celebrity blown off a bonfire. Aesthetically, and felt as if I had contributed to tooned with festive party lights culture overwhelmed the Ameri- the kitchen should have topped the something illegal. ✔ Reservations Catering beckons diners through huge ar- can dream, stars have stampeded finished pizza with a few fresh For dessert, I favored the tira- ticulated French doors. In summer, to cash in. To Coppola’s credit, he misu ($7). The tasty slab had been ✔ Credit cards ✔ Outdoor leaves. seating the doors are open and tables set takes a lead role in his investments. Calzone Italia ($14.50) was roughly cut and dusted with cocoa ✔ Lot Parking for quasi-outdoor dining. According to Zack Shapiro, direc- meal enough for two. The calzone powder. It was rustic and cozy and ✔ Noise level: Inside, there is an abundance tor of restaurant operations, many made all the better with a cup of Wine & Beer Moderate to — pizza dough shaped like a large high of woodwork, a mosaic tile floor, of the recipes are old Coppola fam- turnover — was filled with ricotta, cappuccino. The cake was moist ✔ Takeout handsome padded booths, a 35-foot ily favorites: “Francis has an active and muscular with the espresso and Bathroom prosciutto and mozzarella. It was a ✔ Highchairs zinc bar and a self-service wine hand in developing the menu.” rum-soaked ladyfingers layered Cleanliness: copious affair, doughy and filling. Excellent tasting area. Everywhere, there is The food at Rosso & Bianco The antipasti and salads were the with rivulets of mascarpone. ✔ Wheelchair access Coppola-branded merchandise for sets no new standards for Italian best part of the menu. Tortino di The cannoli ($7) was forgettable. sale; it’s nearly a shrine to the great gastronomy, but isn’t all that bad, Banquet man. either. ON THE WEB: Hundreds of restaurant reviews at www.PaloAltoOnline.com Coppola is a lesson in product The wood-fired pizza oven is au-

NOW SERVING Los Altos (650) 948-9463 Mon.-Thu. 7 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri. 7 a.m.-mid- Brunch: Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Reviewed ner: Daily 5:30-11:30 p.m. (Reviewed Feb. Following are condensed versions, in alpha- Buffet-style meals for both lunch and din- night; Sat 8 a.m- midnight, Sun. 8 a.m.-11 March 30, 2007) 24, 2006) betical order, of longer restaurant reviews ner provide a tasty smorgasbord. There’s p.m. (Reviewed Jan. 19, 2001) Cafe Del Sol Restaurant, 1010 Doyle St., Cafe Pro Bono, 2437 Birch St., Palo Alto published in the Weekly over the past several also a good-sized menu, with many options Cafe Brioche, 445 California Ave., Palo Menlo Park (650) 326-2501 (650) 326-1626 years. This week’s reviews begin where the list for breads, rices, vegetarian fare, Tandoori Alto (650) 326-8640 Specialty dishes include poblano relleno, Very good food with attentive service. ended one week ago. dishes and others. Bollywood music and a Cafe Brioche serves delicious Franco-Cali- mole poblano, seafood, snapper, shrimp, Highlights among the hearty fare are wild Cafe Baklava, 341 Castro St, Mountain rickshaw parked overhead add to the am- fornia food. Especially good starters are filet mignon, ribs ranchera. Lunch: Mon.- boar sausages, King salmon and smoked View (650) 969-3835 bience. Lunch: Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. the crispy brioche beignet fritters, oyster Sun. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner Mon.-Sat. sliced duck breast. Other good choices are Dinner: Sun.-Thu. 5-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5- Cafe Baklava offers well-prepared classic mushrooms and salade Parisienne. Entrees 5-10 p.m. (Reviewed Oct. 15, 2004) gazpacho and house-made cheesecake. 10 p.m., Sun. 4-9:30 p.m. middle Eastern food on Mountain View’s of hazelnut-crusted salmon, grilled duck Cafe Fino, 544 Emerson St., Palo Alto Broad but shallow wine list. Mon.-Fri. 11 main street. Dessert is a mixed bag. Mon.- Cafe Borrone, 1010 El Camino Real, breast, beef short rib and cassoulet will not (650) 326-6082 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Mon.-Sun. 5-10 p.m. (Re- Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sun. noon-9:30 Menlo Park (650) 327-0830 disappoint. Excellent desserts. Reasonable Cafe Fino offers old-styled supper club fare viewed May 19, 2006) p.m. (Reviewed Oct. 14, 2005) Bustling European-style cafe with indoor wine list, cozy, Provencal decor. Breakfast: complete with live cabaret music nightly Cafe Renaissance, 321 Hamilton Ave., Mon.-Fri. 9-11 a.m. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11 Cafe Bombay, 4546 A-5 El Camino Real, and outdoor seating. Salads, quiches, except Sunday. Full bar, shallow wine list. (continued on next page) sandwiches, soups, desserts and coffee. a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner: Daily 5:30-9:30 p.m. Lunch: Tue.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Din- Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Page 19 Eating Out MANDARIN GOURMET RESTAURANT (continued from previous page) stuffed turnover) and mantu (filled steamed (650) 328-3102 dumpling). The house-made naan bread is Casa Isabel serves simple, straightfor- Classy Dining Experience & Fine Healthy Food Palo Alto (650) 321-6222 warm from the oven. Mon. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. ward, delicious Mexican fare in a friendly, Cafe Renaissance specializes in tasty Tue.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 8 a.m.-10 L T O W homey atmosphere. Especially good are A E Persian platters. Don’t miss the khoresh-e E p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (Reviewed June the chimichangas, the tostadas Jardin and O K fesenjan (only available at dinner), in which 1, 2007) chile verde. Bunuelos is an unusual and L Winner of Best Chinese Food L

A Y pomegranate paste is cooked with ground delicious dessert. Margaritas are first rate. P Cafe Yulong, 743 Dana St., Mountain walnuts and tender pieces of butternut View (650) 960-1677 Tequila, sangria and beers are also avail- squash, creating a rustic stew that is then BEST OF Signature dishes include homemade able. Lunch Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; simmered with chicken. The cafe’s kabobs 2 dumplings and noodles, many other dishes Dinner Tues.-Sat. 5:30-9 p.m. (Reviewed Curbside pick-up • Valet parking 0 0 6 are also tender and savory. Mon 11 a.m.-3 and specialty dishes including lemon pep- March 2, 2007) p.m.; Tue-Fri 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-9 p.m.; per prawns, Yulong beef, vegetarian. Tue.- Casa Lupe, 459 Castro St., Mountain Sat 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. (Reviewed Jan. 7, 420 Ramona, Palo Alto Thu. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 View (650) 965-2944 2005) (between University & Lytton) a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. This family-owned and -operated restau- Cafe Rosso & Bianco (formerly Niebaum- Caffe del Doge, 419 University Ave., Palo rant has been serving Northern Mexican Coppola Palo Alto), 473 University Ave., Alto (650) 323-3600 cuisine since 1974. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.- 650-328-8898 Palo Alto (650) 752-0350 This Venice-based chain (with other loca- 2:30 p.m., 5-10 p.m., Sun. 4-9 p.m. Cafe Rosso & Bianco is a casual Italian- tions in Tokyo and Budapest) has brought Cascal, 400 Castro St., Mountain View www.MandarinGourmet-PaloAlto.com themed bistro, owned by Francis Ford its Venetian-style espresso to Palo Alto. (650) 940-9500 Coppola, serving antipasti, pasta and Teas and treats, too. Mon.-Sun. 7 a.m.-11 pizzas. Food can be uneven, but the ambi- Cascal’s “pan Latin cuisine” features Span- p.m. Delivery Available ence is festive and the wine menu broad- ish and South American dishes. Excellent based and intriguing. There are dozens Caffe Riace, 200 Sheridan Ave., Palo Alto tapas -- small dishes meant to be shared of wines available by the glass and an (650) 328-0407 -- include lamb meatballs, veal tagine and Enomatic wine system that allows tasters to Large portions of Italian food and a formi- calimari in red wine sauce The interior, construct their own wine flights from 24 dif- dable pasta selection, but dishes are often reminiscent of a Disneyland version of Mo- ferent labels. Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; bland. Desserts can be hit-or-miss, but the rocco, exudes casual warmth, with warm Sun 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. (Reviewed June 29, coffee gelato is deliciously reminiscent of colors, deeply hued fabrics, beautiful wood 2007) the gelatos of Florence. Daily 11:30 a.m.- floors, and faux-Moorish archways and pillars. The restaurant excels with service, Cafe Silan, 867 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo 2:30 p.m. and 5-10 p.m. (Reviewed Nov. 25, 2005) ambience and pizazz. Lunch Mon.-Sun. Park (650) 326-5404 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Dinner Sun.-Thu. 5-10 California Cafe, 700 Welch Road, Palo A tiny yet charming cafe serving authentic p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m. (Reviewed Feb. 6, Alto (650) 325-2233 -EDITERRANEAN-OROCCAN#UISINE Kurdish and Mediterranean food. That 2004) means lamb kabobs and stews, flat breads Contemporary California-Asian fusion fare Celia’s, 3740 El Camino Real, Palo Alto topped with veal and lamb, and bulgur served in the Stanford Barn. Fish dishes ex- (650) 843-0643. Also at 1850 El Camino h3AN&RANCISCO QUALITYFOODMINUSTHELONGDRIVEv dishes, made from a cracked wheat grain. cel, appetizers are interesting and colorful. Pot stickers and crab cakes are interesting Real, Menlo Park (650) 321-8227 3HEILA(IMMEL -OUNTAIN6IEW6OICE0ALO!LTO7EEKLY The hummus is superb, especially with the house-made bread. Niskan (lentil) and starters and scallops, ahi tuna, chicken and Traditional Mexican food with a full page of balcanres (eggplant) are also great starters. veal medallions are excellent. Full bar, inter- house specialties. Longtime family-owned hAWELCOME ANDNEEDED TASTEOFBIG CITYDININGv Excellent rotisserie meat, and delightful piz- esting wine list. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 establishment. Portions are generous and everything is made from scratch. Mon.-Thu. 3TETT(OLBROOK -ETRO.EWSPAPER za with a Middle Eastern touch. Open daily p.m.; Sun. brunch 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., dinner 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Reviewed Feb. 16, 2007) 4-9 p.m. (Reviewed Aug. 11, 2006) 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Reviewed Aug. California Pizza Kitchen, 531 Cowper St., Cafe Sophia, 2706 Middlefield Road, Palo 1, 2003) (OURS4UESDAY 3UNDAYPM PM Alto (650) 322-2906 Palo Alto (650) 323-7332 Chaat Paradise, 165 E. El Camino Real, This friendly neighborhood cafe offers a Southern California-based chain serving a Mountain View (650) 965-9111 &OR2ESERVATIONS#ALLOR6ISITOUR7EBSITE WWWZITUNECOM slate of tempting American and Afghan variety of pizzas, including vegetarian, Pe- dishes, as well as an international atmo- king duck, Thai chicken, etc. Sandwiches, A South Indian vegetarian cafe specializing -AIN3Ts,OS!LTOSs   sphere. Breakfast includes egg, meat and pasta and soup are also on the menu. This in affordable snack foods. Mini-lunches are vegetarian combinations and baked goods, is a family restaurant -- it’s reliable, consis- anything but mini, with ample portions and with a full lunch and dinner menu offering tent, efficient and clean. The ingredients offerings including cornmeal roti pancakes soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches and are fresh, if not sophisticated, and offer dipped in creamed spinach and raita (yo- Afghan specialties such as bolani (grilled, something for everyone. Mon-Thu 11 a.m.- gurt flecked with carrots and cucumbers). 10 p.m. Fri 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat 11 a.m.-10 Another good choice is the bargan bhartha, p.m. Sun 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (Reviewed March a spread of smoky eggplant, onions, toma- 18, 2005) toes and garlic. Lassis (cold yogurt drinks) are excellent. Often noisy and crowded California Roadhouse, 401 Castro St., with children, even well into the evening. YOUR CHOICE OF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: Mountain View (650) 254-8981 Daily 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. (Reviewed Aug. The top treasures at Roadhouse are the 4, 2006) Loaded Mustard Chicken Caesar Salad burgers and steaks, but the Southern pe- EUROPEAN can-crusted rainbow trout also satisfies. Chapala Mexican Restaurant, 570 N. Shrimp & Baby Mix Greens Salad Friendly, fast service. Open seven days Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View (650) Roasted Chicken & Avocado Sandwich w/Salad a week, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Reviewed 965-8019 Dec. 7, 2005) Traditional Mexican dishes are served, along with a selection of beers and wines. Martin’s Hero Cold Cuts Sandwich w/Salad Cantankerous Fish, 420 Castro St., There is a private room for small parties. Mountain View (650) 966-8124 Papa Paul’s Tuna Melt w/Salad Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. #[W\Sf^`SaaZc\QV With its stylish interior, fresh cuisine and Yoshi’s Seafood Vegetable Stir Fry excellent service, this spin-off from Scott’s Cheesecake Factory, 375 University Ave., Seafood is a classy choice for a casual Palo Alto (650) 473-9622  Capellini Napoli Pomodoro seafood meal. Mon. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; The Cheesecake Factory offers more than %#]`WbÂaT`SS Tue.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 4:30-9:30 200 items that incorporate a variety of eth- p.m. (Reviewed Dec. 12, 2003) nic cuisines. Portions are uniformly bland Served Monday thru Friday from 11 am ‘til 2 pm and gigantic. Seafood and appetizers are Carpaccio, 1120 Crane St., Menlo Park the best dishes. Desserts are huge and (650) 322-1211 innocuous as well, with many of the 50 Veal, pasta, pizzas, chicken and fresh fish cheesecakes having exaggerated flavors. served in a warm, hospitable trattoria. Full Be prepared to wait, as the restaurant does bar. Reservations suggested. Lunch Mon.- Palo Alto 541 Bryant St. not accept reservations. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.- Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Late lunch 2-5 p.m.; 11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-12:30 a.m.; Sun. **Lunch is on the house if your meal is not served within 15 min. Dinner Mon.-Thu. 5-10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. 650.327.0132 10 a.m.-11 p.m. (Reviewed March 5, 2004) from placing order. 5-10 p.m.; Sun. 5-9 p.m. (Reviewed May www.zuccarestaurants.com 23, 2003) Chef Chu’s, 1067 N. San Antonio Road , Los Altos (650) 948-2696 Casa Isabel, 2434 Park Blvd., Palo Alto The mammoth two-story restaurant has a menu ranging from the warhorses of chicken chow mein and fried prawns to more up-to-date choices. Silver anchovies and almonds make for a surprisingly tasty appetizer, and Lovers’ Prawns are the perfect couple. Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-10 p.m. (Reviewed Jan. 20, 2006) Chevy’s, 2116 W. El Camino Real, Moun- tain View (650) 691-9955 Chevys’ “Fresh Mex” comes through with the best Mexican food on the Midpen- insula. Favorites include fajitas, tacos, seafood platters. Huge chain restaurant with a phone-ahead waiting list. Children’s menu. Sun.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Chez TJ, 938 Villa St., Mountain View (650) 964-7466 This isn’t the kind of food you get other places. Some dishes soar, a few flop, but you’ll always end up talking about them. Recent highlights were bay scallops and sweet shrimp, impossibly tender beef served over a ragout of pearl barley and mushrooms, and warm chocolate soup. Tue.-Sat. 5:30-9 p.m. (Reviewed March 10, 2006)

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Chili’s Grill and Bar, 700 El Camino Real, and you can pick up the whole meal, there’s no corkage fee -- so bring your own special. Often caters as well. Mon.-Fri. 7 Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Mon.-Wed. 5- Menlo Park (650) 321-0330 complete with clam chowder, chilled wine, wine to dinner and drink it with impunity. a.m.-6 p.m. 9:30 p.m.; Thu.-Sun. 5-10 p.m. (Reviewed Chain restaurant serving burgers, sand- coleslaw and fresh sourdough bread. Don’t Tues.-Fri. 7 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 8 Dana Street Coffee Roasting Company, Jan. 12, 1996) wiches, soups, salads and lots of bar neglect the fried fish and seafood, which a.m.-8:30 p.m. (Reviewed April 18, 2002) 744 W. Dana St., Mountain View (650) Dashi, 873 Hamilton Ave., Menlo Park snacks. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Fri. are the Cook’s specialty. Steakhouse fries Coupa Cafe, 538 Ramona St., Palo Alto 390-9638 (650) 328-6868 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. aren’t bad, either. Restaurant hours: 11 (650) 322-6872 The comfortable atmosphere provides This hip and stylish Japanese restaurant 11 a.m.-10 p.m. a.m-8:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. High-quality Venezuelan coffee and choco- a place to hang, but the real draw is the serves big portions of fresh and beautiful China Best, 883 Hamilton Ave., Menlo Fri.; 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sat. Market hours: lates are among the highlights of this cafe. coffee, with in-house roasted beans. Early sushi and sashimi, as well as tempura, Park (650) 323-7759 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Sat. (Reviewed Feb. Among the most authentic and interest- morning, find baskets of muffins, bagels udon noodle and grilled fish and vegetable Lots of favorite dishes: pot stickers, mu 23, 2007) ing items on the menu are the arepas, and pastries, while at noontime choose specialties. Lunch: Mon.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-3 shu, chow fun, and a variety of other meat Cool Cafe, 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford cornmeal pancakes stuffed with various from sandwiches and salads. Wireless p.m.; Dinner: Mon.-Thu. 5-9 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. and vegetable dishes. The appetizers also University, Palo Alto (650) 725-4758 ingredients, from traditional Venezuelan Internet access; live jazz on weekends. 5-10 p.m. (Reviewed June 8, 2001) include cheese won tons. Mon.-Fri. 11 Jesse Cool’s latest organic cafe is at the meat stew to smoked salmon to guava jelly. Mon.-Thu. 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. 6:30 a.m.- Deedee’s, 2551 W. Middlefield Road, a.m.-3 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University. Mon.-Sun. 7 a.m.-11 p.m. (Reviewed June 11 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m.-5 Mountain View (650) 967-0568 Dinner served daily from 4 to 9 p.m. Enjoy market-inspired sandwiches, salads 18, 2004) p.m. (Reviewed Dec. 28, 2001) The pure vegetarian homestyle cooking China Cafe, 1760 Miramonte Ave., Moun- and roasted chicken or king salmon. Finish The Cravery, 378 Main St., Los Altos Darbar Indian Cuisine, 129 Lytton Ave., here means handmade roti breads, made- tain View (650) 968-2298 off your meal with a glass of port and a rich (650) 948-8886 Palo Alto (650) 321-6688 from-scratch sauces and chutneys, and Cozy and quiet Chinese restaurant with dessert. Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m; Thu. 11 The Cravery, a chain hailing from Southern Main dishes change daily, but there are a wide selection of vegetables. Lunch is a attentive service. Sit-down, delivery and a.m.-8 p.m. (Reviewed Aug. 18, 2000) California, dreams up a whole world of pot always vegetarian and meat entrees. Trim- bountiful buffet; dinner is a thali platter with catering menus available. Daily 11:30 a.m.- The Counter, 369 California Ave., Palo pies you probably have never imagined: mings include buttery rice, lentils, soups, lots of small bites. Desserts are not to be 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Alto (650) 321-3900 Thai curry chicken, or scrambled eggs, ba- white nan bread, wafer-crisp dosas, three missed. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; China Delight Restaurant, 461 Emerson A trendy build-your-own burger joint that con and cheese? And you try putting Hol- chutneys, salsa, orange wedges, green Sun. 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (Reviewed Nov. St., Palo Alto (650) 326-6065 allows diners to pile their burgers high with landaise sauce inside a crust. Sandwiches, salad, raita and dessert. Lunch buffet. (continued on next page) China Delight is a well-known Szechwan- such toppings/cheese/sauce as horserad- salads and soups are served up, too, for Mandarin alternative to the food of its more ish cheddar, peppercorn steak sauce, scal- those who don’t dare try a pie. Daily 8 incendiary neighbor, Jing Jing, and a com- lions, honey-cured bacon and ginger soy a.m.-8 p.m. ponent of a perfect downtown Palo Alto glaze. Milkshakes and some other sand- Crepes Cafe, 1195 Merrill St., Menlo CITY OF PALO ALTO evening of movies at the Aquarius. Lunch: wiches are also on the menu. A “burger in a Park (650) 473-0506 Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner: Mon.- bowl” comes without the bun. Onion rings This tiny cafe offers a taste of Europe, serv- UNCLAIMED WARRENTS Thu. 5-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 5-10 p.m.; Sun. excel. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. ing traditional Breton crepes, great French 5-9 p.m. (Reviewed May 29, 1998) Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. 1-8 p.m. (Re- onion soup, fine cheeses and the best viewed Nov. 3, 2006) China Wok Restaurant, 2633 California chocolate mousse in a setting that screams The records for the City of Palo Alto show the following checks St., Mountain View (650) 941-4373 Country Gourmet, 2098 W. El Camino French bistrot. Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; outstanding for over three years to the listed payees. Under California Real, Mountain View (650) 962-1700 Sun. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (Reviewed April 8, 2005) The menu at China Wok, a family-owned Government Code Section 50050, unclaimed money will become the and -operated restaurant, contains a wide This “California cuisine” staple has been Crossings Cafe, 2101 Showers Drive, variety of reasonably priced Szechwan dishing up reliable food at fair prices for Mountain View (650) 559-9989 property of the City three years after the check was issued. If you are dishes. Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m. more than 20 years. A comfortable place Crossings Cafe offers typical deli sand- one of the listed payees, please contact Stephen Green at (650) 329- to sit and chat, and the best part is that Cho’s Mandarin Dim Sum, 213 California wiches and salads, as well as a daily 2224 at the City of Palo Alto by August 13, 2007, so that arrangements Ave., Palo Alto (650) 326-4632 can be made to reissue the check. What it lacks in comfort and beauty Cho’s makes up for potstickers and other pork PAYEE REFERENCE AMOUNT dumplings. Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; The City of Palo Alto Arts & Sciences Division A Better Property Mgmt 1007625 73.29 Sun 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. A.L. Silver 1005253 75.00 Chris’s Fish & Chips, 209 First St., Los and the Palo Alto Weekly Alameda County DSS 1010876 296.30 Altos (650) 948-6155 present Alan Salzman 2005992 352.00 This is fried fish heaven and the chips (fries Amir, Jamal 1005351 50.00 to us Yanks) are equally wonderful. Beach Bala, Ravi 1016259 51.85 casual, friendly atmosphere. Daily 11 a.m.- TWILIGHT CONCERT Biykogulu, Bulent 1002052 56.70 8:30 p.m. (Reviewed Sept. 6, 2001) Bonham, Mark 1005255 468.02 Cibo, 3400 El Camino Real, Palo Alto Brian ellison 2016519 70.00 (650) 493-2411 SERIES Brown, David 16243 130.00 Cibo serves up a fusion of California and Christina Hall 2006040 50.00 Mediterranean cuisine, providing new Tuesday evenings Chu, Arthur 1005340 50.00 twists on such old favorites as fried cala- Clardy, Sara 1001669 52.81 mari (using cornmeal batter and a spicy 6:30 – 8 pm Clifford Nass 2006310 62.00 aioli dipping sauce) and crab louie (with Cockrum, Guillermo 1009428 62.47 steamed broccoli and romaine instead of June 19 – August 14 Cockrum, Michael 68145 459.33 iceberg lettuce). Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m.-2:30 In various parks throughout Palo Alto Cone Call Medical 62386 494.96 p.m., 5-9:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Davis Property Mgmt 1007541 115.69 5-9:30 p.m. (Reviewed Aug. 5, 2005) Free to the public Deffeyes Joan 1008059 51.24 Clarke’s Charcoal Broiler, 680 Rancho Dewitt, Eugene 1001642 62.15 Shopping Center, Los Altos (650) 947- With generous support from City of Palo Alto Utilities Eric Versillow 2006441 60.00 0307. Fletcher, Margariet 1005179 280.00 Burgers are at the top of the bill of fare, and the “Palo Alto Green” program Geeske, Joel 1004467 50.76 but chicken Caesar salads, babyback ribs Genc, Kristin 1016428 68.96 and fresh fish are also on offer. Also at 615 6/19 NATIVE ELEMENTS Hiram Perez 2006309 105.00 W. El Camino Real in Mountain View, (650) HSIW- I Lui 1001819 108.81 967-0851. 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Douce France, 104 Town & Country Vil- dishes; all are well prepared. Service is (continued from previous page) place, El Cerrito is family-friendly and a Sundays. (Reviewed Jan. 12, 2007) lage, Palo Alto (650) 322-3601 good. Adequate, fairly priced wine list. Full good value for the money, offering gener- Elbe, 117 University Ave., Palo Alto 10, 2000) Douce France (“sweet France”) is chock- bar in comfortable lounge. Breakfast: Daily ous portions of traditional Mexican fare. (650) 321-3319 Dinah’s Poolside Grill, 4261 El Camino full of decadent dessert and breakfast of- 6:30-10 a.m. Sunday brunch: 10 a.m.-3 Great guacamole is served with quesadil- Elbe offers German-styled food. The Real, Palo Alto (650) 493-4542 ferings. Try a two-bite mini tart with black- p.m. Dinner: Daily 5:30-10 p.m. Lunch: las and many other dishes. Staff is friendly smoked trout and salmon and the po- Run by the Magnuson family for 30 years. berries or blueberries and custard -- or Daily 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (Reviewed June and accommodating. Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.- tato pancakes are good starters. Wiener Menu includes grilled center-cut pork anything else from a huge array of eclairs, 15, 2007) 9 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m.-2 schnitzel, goulash and Rahmgeschnetzelt- chops, Southern fried chicken and rack cookies and cakes. Sandwiches are Dutch Goose, 3567 Alameda de las Pul- p.m. (Reviewed March 19, 2004) es vom Huhn are good main plates. Des- of lamb with caramelized onions. “65,000 pricey but oh-so-French, featuring such gas, Menlo Park (650) 854-3245 El Galope Restaurant, 941 Donohoe St., serts are sweet. Lots of beers but small possible omelet combinations.” Breakfast ingredients as creamy mozzarella, smoked The menu at this classic sports bar and East Palo Alto (650) 322-6355 wine list. Segues into adjacent Rudys Pub served all day. Daily 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (Re- ham and oven-roasted turkey. And when restaurant specializes in your basic burg- This longtime East Palo Alto establishment at 9 p.m. to become a comedy nightclub. viewed Aug. 29, 2002) it comes to salads, Douce France pays ers, fries, pizza and sandwiches. Daily 11 offers Michoacan-style Mexican food, Can be very noisy at night. Lunch: Mon.- Dittmer’s Gourmet Meats and Wurst attention to the details. Mon.-Sat. 7 a.m.-7 a.m.-midnight. including uchepos, morisqueta, and other Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner: Daily 5-9 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (Reviewed July House, 400 San Antonio Road, Mountain El Calderon, 699 Calderon Ave., Moun- regional favorites. Tortillas and salsa are p.m. (Reviewed July 28, 2006) 21, 2006) View (650) 941-3800 tain View (650) 940-9533 made fresh daily. Daily 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Empire Grill & Tap Room, 651 Emerson This small shop is home to almost 50 Duck Club Restaurant, 100 El Camino This family- owned and -operated restau- El Paso Cafe, 1407 W. El Camino Real, St., Palo Alto (650) 321-3030 types of sausage and more than 30 lunch Real in the Stanford Park Hotel, Menlo rant specializes in Salvadoran dishes but Mountain View (650) 961-8858 An extensive menu of well-prepared appe- meats, 40 smoked meats and assorted Park (650) 322-1234 serves traditional Mexican food as well. Mexican food with Texas flair: think bur- tizers, meats, seafood, pastas and pizza. liverwursts, pats, poultry and smoked The Duck Club, housed inside the lovely Lunch 11 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Dinner 5- 8:45 ritos, burgers, chicken and fajitas. Long- The house-smoked ribs and pork chops fish. Offers a lunch menu: sandwiches Stanford Park Hotel in Menlo Park, fea- p.m. horn-horseshoe decor, and the burritos excel, as do the fried calamari, polenta tures a California-French menu. Duck and drinks are available. Seating is only El Cerrito, 325 Sharon Park Drive, Menlo run large and various. It isn’t an all-meat cakes and sausages for starters. Large salad, tempura-battered calamari and available outside on picnic-style benches. Park (650) 854-7300 menu, but close. Huevos rancheros are a bar scene, wonderful outdoor patio. Good Dungeness crab timbale are great start- Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat.: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. While not a first date or wow-’em kind of highlight. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. in the wine list, reasonable prices. Lunch: Mon.- (Reviewed Nov. 29, 2002) ers. Entrees include fish, fowl and meat winter, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. in summer. Closed Fri. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Dinner Sun.-Wed. 4-9 p.m. Dinner Thurs.-Sat. 4-10 p.m. Brunch Sat.-Sun. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Reviewed Jan. 13, 2006) Eric’s Gourmet Delicatessen, 325 Sharon Park Dr., Menlo Park (650) 854- 5501 This delicatessen features fresh-baked meats, hot entrees and homemade soups and salads. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Erik’s Deli Cafe, 1350 Grant Road Suite #18, Mountain View (650) 962-9191 Offers a variety of sandwiches, soups, and salads served up cafeteria style at this chain restaurant. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Estrellita Express, 4141 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (650) 493-9020 Located in Dan Brown’s Lounge and Sports, this quick-service sister restaurant to Estrellita Restaurant in Los Altos offers country-style Mexican dishes. Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat., noon-10 p.m.; Sun., noon-8 p.m. Estrellita Restaurant, 971 N. San Anto- nio Road, Los Altos (650) 948-9865 Southern Mexican cuisine in a no-frills at- mosphere. Regional specialties, tamales, burritos, enchiladas, tacos. Mon.-Thu. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sat. 5-9 p.m. Evvia, 420 Emerson St., Palo Alto (650) 326-0983 Exciting Greek cuisine amid a rustic yet Kepler’s launches GO-GREEN Summer Series in conjunction with local organizations. stylish Mediterranean decor. The room All events are free and located at Kepler’s unless otherwise noted. features large wood tables, wood-fired ov- ens and colored bottles on the walls. Me- zethes (appetizers) are particularly good. At the end of the evening, the Sierra Club Cool Cities Then, farmers from Hidden Villa’s Los Altos Hills Moussaka, lamb chops, lamb shank, quail campaign group will talk briefly about their national JULY 4 Community Supported Agriculture Program will be and seafood excel. Desserts are heaven- Wednesday, July 4 effort to implement greenhouse gas emission presenting information about their small-scale, sent. Knowledgeable service. Excellent 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. standards and how the community can help out organic, biodiverse, direct market farm. Nutrition wine list. Noisy and busy; reservations rec- Independence from Oil locally. Dimensions will have a table of organic foods. ommended. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-2 Green Transportation - Burgess Park p.m.; Dinner Mon.-Thu. 5:30-10 p.m.; Fri.- City of Menlo Park’s Independence JULY 29 Sat. 5-11 p.m.; Sun. 5-9 p.m. (Reviewed Day Celebration JULY 18 Aug. 13, 2004) Wednesday, July 18 Sunday, July 29 Fambrini’s Terrace Cafe, 2600 El Camino Kepler’s will sponsor a tent that will have information on 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. 11:30 a.m. Real, Palo Alto (650) 858-1268 green transportation and the independence from oil. Youth in Nature at Arastradero Preserve Children’s GO-GREEN Straightforward sandwiches and salads Representatives will include Sherry Boschert, president Story Time served in a beautiful terrace setting with a Join local high school students and representatives and co-founder of the San Francisco Electric Vehicle view that just won’t quit. Affordable coffee from Acterra at the Arastradero Preserve Gateway Association and the author of Plug-In Hybrids: The Cars drinks and good range of cookies as well. Center for an interactive, hands-on event highlighting Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Reviewed April that Will Recharge America. Participating organizations It doesn't have to be Earth Day for you to celebrate their stewardship project, hands-on planting station 7, 2000) will provide information on bicycling; livable cities; Mother Nature. The picture books selected for this and new nature center. transit; electric vehicles; and alternative fuels. story time reflect unique visions, teaching respect Fandango Pizza, 3163 Middlefield Road, for living things and our role in taking care of our Palo Alto (650) 494-2929 Please RSVP to [email protected] for this Pizzas, sandwiches, appetizers and lunch planet. Books include: Uno's Garden by Graeme JULY 11 event, as space is limited. combos highlight the Fandango menu. For Base; Our Tree Named Steve by Alan Zweibel; The a change of pace, there’s an espresso bar Wednesday, July 11 Flower by John Light; and, To Everything by Bob and live tunes: regular bluegrass and Irish 8:00 p.m. JULY 26 Barner. music nights. Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; What Can I Do? Thursday, July 26 Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Global Warming Essential Guide 8:00 p.m. Fanny and Alexander, 412 Emerson St., Sissel Waage For August events go to www.keplers.com Organic Foods Palo Alto (650) 326-7183 Ignition: What You Can Do To Fight Jessica Prentice Variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads, Global Warming and Spark a Movement Full Moon Feast: Food and the Hunger seafood and pasta in a modern, stream- for Connection lined atmosphere. On weekend nights, The book Ignition brings together some of the world's F&A is more of a bar than a restaurant, finest thinkers and advocates to jump start the ultimate The book Full Moon Feast invites us to a table with live music and a cover charge. Ban- green revolution. Including celebrated writers like Bill brimming with locally grown foods, radical wisdom, quet facilities and outdoor patio dining. Tue-Fri lunch 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., happy McKibben and renowned scholars like Gus Speth, as and communal nourishment. In Full Moon Feast, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025 well as young activists, the authors draw on direct accomplished chef and passionate food activist Jessica hour 4-7 p.m., appetizers 4-10 p.m. Sat. experience in grassroots organization, education, law, Prentice champions locally grown, humanely raised, (650) 324-4321 happy hour and appetizers only. and social leadership. nutrient-rich foods and traditional cooking methods. www.keplers.com Fiesta del Mar, 1005 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View (650) 965-9354 PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS: Impressive menu that specializes in gour- met Mexican cuisine and seafood dishes. The bar also features more than 200 tequilas. Lunch: Daily 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner: Mon.-Thu. 5-9 p.m.; Fri. 5-10 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (Reviewed Aug. 18, 1995)

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Page 22 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly MoviesMovie reviews by Jeanne Aufmuth, Tyler Hanley and Susan Tavernetti OPENINGS Live Free or Die Hard ✭✭✭ (Century 16, Century 20) Forget Evan and his animal- packed ark — this summer belongs to Bruce almighty. Wil- lis, that is. The charismatic leading man is back in action to remind moviegoers that spandex-clad superheroes and swashbuck- ling pirates are no more heroic than a hardened cop. Backed by a cast of talented co-stars including Justin Long (“Ac- cepted”) and Timothy Olyphant (HBO’s “Deadwood”), Wil- lis sparks an early Independence Day celebration with this explosive thrill ride. The digital age has boomed since John McClane (Willis) rescued a high rise full of hostages in 1988’s “Die Hard.” Michael Moore (left) is back in the game with “Sicko.” “Ratatouille” may please more parents’ palates than kids’. The no-nonsense New York detective and divorced father is still longing for the days when Creedence Clearwater Re- Sicko ✭✭✭✭ Ratatouille ✭✭✭ vival was the “it” band. But modern technology intrudes on (Century 12, Century 16) After accidentally sawing off (Century 16, Century 20) Chez Pixar and Oscar-winning McClane’s world when a group of Internet-savvy terrorists the tips of two fingers, Rick had to choose between restoring director Brad Bird (“The Incredibles”) serve another delec- led by the bitter Thomas Gabriel (Olyphant) begins to take his middle one for $60,000 or his ring finger for $12,000. table animated feature combining fresh ingredients with a advantage of America’s tech dependence. Laura was involved in a head-on car collision, and her insur- beautiful presentation. In food-critic speak, “Ratatouille” McClane is escorting young hacker Matt Farrell (Long) to ance company refused to pay her ambulance bill because she is highly seasoned and layered with complex flavors and the FBI’s command center when things go haywire. Gabriel failed to obtain pre-approval. Cancer survivor Donna and has considerable sweetness on the finish. Yet the titular dish and his team of tattooed thugs and IT geeks systematically her cardiac-patient husband could no longer keep their home poses the basic question: Will children eat their CGI veg- disrupt the American way with computer viruses and hacker after insurance costs wiped them out financially. etables? know-how. Chaotic traffic signals clog the streets, a faux These are only three of the health-care horror stories in Os- Unlike the “Toy Story” films or “Finding Nemo,” this stew anthrax threat evacuates the U.S. Capitol and police stations car-winning director Michael Moore’s most recent attempt to of culinary humor seems best suited for the sophisticated are overrun with panicked citizens. Only McClane and Far- kick-start a movement through a movie. The populist agitator palates of adults — not kids. The world of haute cuisine rell have the brawn and brains to shut down Gabriel’s sinister asked his Web site visitors to send their insurance-company has particular demands. Can you distinguish chervil from ambitions. experiences to him. More than 25,000 emails arrived in the saffron? A sous chef from a saucier? Does the impending John McClane has become a cinematic icon along the lines first week alone. visit of an influential restaurant critic send chills down your of Indiana Jones or Rocky Balboa. Those who worry that “Sicko” looks at the lucky Americans, the 250 million spine? While parents will salivate over these nuances and the Willis is too old to reclaim McClane can rest easy — the who have private health-care insurance. Applying the Moore incredibly detailed animation, the G-rated set may wiggle 52-year-old actor is as spry as ever. In fact, Willis’ added method of documentary filmmaking, the director of “Bowl- restlessly until a dash of slapstick or fast-paced action ramps years give McClane an air of experience and confidence that ing for Columbine” and “Fahrenheit 9/11” combines humor up the kiddie comedy. was missing in the first “Die Hard.” The complex action se- with tales of personal tragedy — and then veers into auda- Bird’s screenplay focuses on Remy (voiced by comedian quences are impressive, with brilliant graphics and top-notch cious, unexpected territory. The folksy firebrand again puts Patton Oswalt), a scruffy-but-likeable rat who forages in gar- stunt work tugging viewers to the edge of their seats. himself in front of the camera, making his position clear: His bage for gourmet tidbits. Although his blue-furred rodent The casting of Willis is a sure bet, but picking a young nonfiction film functions as a personal essay that includes family believes that food is fuel, Remy subscribes to the actor as his frazzled sidekick (and the film’s main comedic pointed commentary, offers a politically charged vision and notion that you are what you eat. His pink nose quivers over relief) is a challenge. Director Len Wiseman (“Underworld”) raises big questions. He’s not interested in providing a forum the finest quality items. And he has a secret. Remy loves scores with Long, a natural performer and perfect opposite for opposing viewpoints. watching Auguste Gusteau’s televised cooking show. The to Willis’ McClane. Even “Clerks” creator Kevin Smith ap- As Moore’s most brilliantly structured work, “Sicko” starts French top chef promotes an “anyone can cook” philosophy, pears (as an accomplished hacker dubbed Warlock) to satisfy off with ordinary Americans whose claims and coverage and Remy dreams of doing so. the comic-book crowd. have been denied for ridiculous reasons. Close-ups capture Accidentally flushed through the sewers of Paris and Gabriel’s complicated plan is far more confusing than the their emotional testimonies, appealing to our hearts more guided by the friendly ghost of Gusteau himself, Remy sur- straightforward snatch-and-grab job of the first “Die Hard” than our minds. Then doctors and industry insiders testify faces at the late chef’s restaurant. Having lost two of its five film, and McClane has grown less empathetic since then, about how insurance companies maximize profits by keep- stars, the once-legendary establishment has seen better days. violently dispatching villains without the slightest remorse. ing benefits from the premium-paying patients who need Before long, Remy befriends a hapless newcomer, hiding A brutal altercation with a high-kicking femme fatale (Mag- them. beneath the tall toque of the redheaded, no-talent Linguini gie Q of “Mission: Impossible III”) culminates in an elevator How did this start? In an Oval Office audiotape predat- (Lou Romano). Like a puppet master, Remy pulls tufts of the shaft (in one of several clever odes to the first “Die Hard”). ing Richard Nixon’s National Health Strategy of 1971 — a young man’s hair to guide his clumsy hands to the perfect Leave the sparklers and skyrockets at home — the best program that promoted private-sector HMOs — John Eh- ingredients. fireworks this year are care of John McClane. rlichman assures the President that “all the incentives are Soon Linguini becomes the rising star in this hell’s kitchen towards less medical care.” The Democrats, including Hill- ruled by a screaming schemer (voiced by Ian Holm). When Rated: PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and ac- ary Clinton, don’t escape Moore’s accusatory finger of being powerful food critic Anton Ego (marvelously voiced by Peter tion, language and a brief sexual situation. 2 hours, 10 bought off by health-care lobbyists. Politics and profit enter O’Toole) announces his plans to grace the restaurant, the minutes. the picture. rat race begins. Can “Little Chef” Remy, Linguini and their Making a plea for universal health care, Moore-at-his- female cohort Colette (voiced by Janeane Garofalo with a — Tyler Hanley comic-best ventures to Canada, England and France before French accent that sometimes makes her dialogue unintel- leading a delegation of sick 9/11 rescue workers to the Guan- ligible) save the day? tanamo Bay Naval Base. Shouldn’t these heroes, who have Many set pieces sparkle with energy and visual ingenuity. Evening ✭✭1/2 been denied U.S. medical attention, get the same top-notch Caught up in culinary passion, Remy secretively seasons (Century 16, Century 12) There’s a better movie some- health care as the Al Qaeda evildoers? The filmmaker’s soup in a scene that truly captures the joy of cooking. As where inside this saccharine weepy that telegraphs its melo- unexpected and confrontational antics elicit laughter while the plot thickens and the kitchen heats up to impress “Grim dramatics with shameless glee. providing some surprisingly poignant moments. Eater” Ego, the comic bits increase with the growing rat The timeless bond between mothers and daughters is the Eventually the rumpled rabble-rouser throws his question- infestation. hook of the screen adaptation of Susan Minot’s beloved novel ing back at us: “Who are we? A nation that dumps its own The film associates ratatouille-the-signature dish with of a wealthy family perpetually on the cusp of crisis. citizens like garbage on the curb because they can’t pay their strong feelings of home and family. Children may get this Ann Lord (Claire Danes) has left the comfort of her Green- medical bills?” message but still long for an animated version of some- wich Village digs and traveled to snooty Newport, Rhode Is- Like Al Gore’s documentary hit, Moore cleverly prods us thing more accessible and American — like macaroni and land to play maid of honor at her best friend’s wedding. Lila to consider and act upon some inconvenient truths. cheese. Wittenborn (Meryl Streep’s eldest daughter, Mamie Gum- Rated: PG-13 for brief strong language. 1 hour. 56 min- mer) is the bride-to-be, professing to be absorbed in lavish utes. Rated: G for general audiences. 1 hour. 50 minutes. (continued on page 25) — Susan Tavernetti — Susan Tavernetti

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MOVIE TIMES “★★★★.

A REVELATION.”hronicle “DELICIOUS Note: Screenings are for Friday through Tuesday only. San Francisco C FUN.” USA Tod ay 1408 (PG-13) Century 16: 12:30, 3, 5:30, 8:10 & 10:40 p.m. Century 20: 11:20 a.m.; 1:45, 3, 4:25, 5:30, 7, 8:05, 9:35 & (Not Reviewed) 10:35p.m. A Mighty Heart (R) ✭✭1/2 Century 16: 11:15 a.m.; 1:50, 4:25, 7 & 9:40 p.m. Century 20: 11:10 a.m.; 12:15, 1:40, 2:50, 4:40, 5:25, 7:15, 7:55, 9:55 & 10:35 p.m. Evan Almighty (PG) ✭✭ Century 16: 11:20 a.m.; 12:10, 1:40, 2:30, 4:05, 5:10, 6:40, 7:35 & 9:25 p.m. Century 12: Noon, 12:40, 1:20, 2, 2:30, 3:10, 3:50, 4:30, 5, 5:40, 6:20, 7, 7:30, 8:10, 8:50, 9:30, 10 & 10:35 p.m. Evening (PG-13) ✭✭ Century 16: 11:30 a.m.; 2:20, 5, 7:45 & 10:30 p.m. Century 20: 12:10, 1:30, 3:20, 4:40, 6:30, 7:40, 9:40 & 10:30 p.m. Fantastic Four: Rise of Century 16: 12:55, 3:20, 5:45, 8:05, & 10:25 p.m. Century 12: 12:30, 1:40, 2:50, 4, 5:10, the Silver Surfer (PG) ✭✭✭ 6:40, 7:50, 9 & 10:10 p.m. MOBILE USERS - FOR SHOWTIMES TEXT WAITRESS AND YOUR ZIP CODE TO 43 KIX (43549) Knocked Up (R) ✭✭1/2 Century 16: 1:10, 4:10, 7:15 & 10:15 p.m. Century 20: 11:40 a.m.; 1:30, 4:30, 5:45, 7:30 & 10:25 p.m. CINEMARK CINEMARK La Vie En Rose Guild: NOW CINÉARTS@PALO ALTO SQUARE CENTURY 20 DOWNTOWN REDWOOD CITY 12:30, 3:30, 6:30 & 9:30 p.m. Palo Alto (650) 493-3456 Redwood City (650) 369-3456 (PG-13) ✭✭✭ PLAYING CALL THEATRE FOR SHOWTIMES Live Free or Die Hard Century 16: 11:05 a.m.; 12:50, 2, 3:55, 4:55, 7:10, 8, 10:15 & 11 p.m. Century 20: 11:05 & 11:35 (PG-13) ✭✭✭ a.m.; 12:05, 12:35, 1:15, 2, 2:40, 3:10, 3:45, 4:20, 5, 5:35, 6:15, 6:45, 7:20, 8, 8:30, 9:15, 9:45 & 10:20 “ ’ “ p.m. DISNEY•PIXAR S Mr. Brooks (R) ✭✭✭ Century 20: 12:10 p.m. The Namesake Century 20: 1:25, 4:15, 7:20 & 10:20 p.m. FUNNIEST (PG-13) ✭✭✭ Nancy Drew (PG) ✭1/2 Century 20: 11:30 a.m.; 1:55, 4:20, 6:55 & 9:20 p.m. ” Ocean’s Thirteen Century 16: 11 a.m.;1:50, 4:45, 7:40 & 10:30 p.m. Century 20: 11:10 a.m.; 1:55, 2:55, 4:50, 7:45, 8:50 & MOVIE EVER! ✭✭✭ (PG-13) 10:30 p.m. Pete Hammond, Once (R) ✭✭✭1/2 Aquarius: 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9 p.m. Paprika (R) ✭✭✭1/2 CinéArts at Palo Alto Square: 2, 4:45, 7:15 & 9:40 p.m. “ “ Paris Je T’aime (R) ✭✭✭ Aquarius: 1:15, 4, 6:40 & 9:20 p.m. TWO Pirates of the Caribbean: Century 16: 11:10 a.m.; 2:45, 6:20 & 9:55 p.m. Century 12: 11:55 a.m.; 3:40, & 8 p.m. ® At World’s End (PG-13) ✭✭1/2 THUMBS UP.” Ratatouille (G) ✭✭✭ Century 16: 11:10 a.m.; 1, 2:15, 4, 5:05, 7:05, 7:50, 9:50 & 10:35 p.m. Century 20: 11:15 & 11:45 a.m.; Richard Roeper and Katherine Turlich, Guest Critic, 12:15, 12:45, 1:25, 2, 2:30, 3, 3:30, 4:10, 4:50, 5:20, 5:50, 6:20, 7, 7:40, 8:10, 8:40, 9:05, 9:50 & 10:30 p.m. Shrek the Third Century 16: 11:25 a.m.; 4:15 & 8:50 p.m. Century 20: Noon, 2:25, 4:45, 7:10 & 9:40 p.m. (PG) ✭✭✭1/2 “A HILARIOUS“ Sicko (PG-13) Century 16: 11 a.m.; 12:45, 1:55, 3:45. 4:40, 6:45, 7:30, 9:35 & 10:20 p.m. Century 12: 11:50 a.m.; 1, 3, AND HEARTFELT (Not Reviewed) 4:20, 6:15, 7:20 & 9:20 p.m. Fri. also at 10:20 p.m. Sat. also at 10:25 p.m. Spider-Man 3 Century 20: 10:05 p.m. WONDER! (PG-13) ✭✭1/2 A NEW MIRACLE IN ANIMATION FROM Surf’s Up (PG) ✭✭ Century 16: 1:45 & 6:35 p.m. Century 12: 11:45 a.m.; 2:20, 4:50, 7:10 & 9:50 p.m. PIXAR...UNIQUE AND UNMISSABLE.” Transformers (PG-13) Century 16: Mon. at 8, 9 & 10:25 p.m.; Tue. at 10:30 & 11:30 a.m.; 12:30, 1:45, 3, 3:45, 5, 6:40, 7:20, Peter Travers, (Not Reviewed) 8:15, 10 & 10:35 p.m. Century 12: Mon. at 8, 8:40, 9:20 & 10 p.m. Tue. at 11:30 a.m.; 12:05, 12:40, 1:15, 1:50 2:30, 3:05, 3:40, 4:15, 4:50, 5:30, 6 6:30, 7:00 7:40, 8:20, 9, 9:30, 10 & 10:30 p.m. “AMAZING!’ Waitress (PG-13) ✭✭✭ Century 20: 11:20 a.m.; 1:50, 4:35 & 7:25 p.m. CinéArts at Palo Alto Square: 1:45, 4:20, 7 & 9:45 p.m. You Kill Me (R) Century 16: 10 p.m. PIXAR REALIZES THAT MOVIES... (Not Reviewed) ARE NOT JUST TALKING PICTURES. ★ Skip it ★★ Some redeeming qualities ★★★ A good bet ★★★★ Outstanding THEY ARE MOTION AND EMOTION PICTURES.” Aquarius: 430 Emerson St., Palo Alto (266-9260) Guild: 949 El Camino Real, Menlo Park (266-9260) Century Cinema 16: 1500 N. Shoreline Blvd., Moun- CinéArts at Palo Alto Square: 3000 El Camino Real, Richard Corliss, tain View (960-0970) Palo Alto (493-3456) Century Park 12: 557 E. Bayshore Blvd., Redwood Internet address: For show times, plot synopses, trailers City (365-9000) and more information about films playing, go to Palo Alto Century 20 Downtown: 825 Middlefield Road, Red- Online at http://www.PaloAltoOnline.com/ wood City (369-3456)

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congressman to build an ark. Soon Evan ie should be: an entertaining, family-friendly NOW PLAYING is shirking his political life to build the ark flick with even doses of humor, heroism A Mighty Heart ✭✭1/2 while God warns of a flood. Joan and the and heart.Rated: PG for sequences of (Century 16, Century 20) The horror and couple’s three children struggle with the action violence, some mild language and heartbreak of Daniel Pearl’s untimely death possibility that dad might be nuts, and an innuendo. 1 hour, 29 minutes. — T.H. (Re- is uneasily re-created in this jittery drama underhanded congressman (John Good- viewed June 15, 2007) based on Mariane Pearl’s biographical man) has greedy plans of his own. The novel. Pearl (Dan Futterman) was the South movie comes across as Sunday school Knocked Up ✭✭1/2 Asia bureau chief for the Wall Street Jour- meets Greenpeace meets Ace Ventura (Century 12, Century 16) E! News reporter nal in January of 2002; he was at the top of — laughter, religion and environmentalism Alison Scott (Katherine Heigl) celebrates his game when things went south. He was make strange bedfellows. Rated: PG for her new promotion by getting smashed at living in the third-world environs of Karachi, mild rude humor and some peril. 1 hour, 30 a local bar. There she meets Ben Stone Pakistan, with wife Mariane (Angelina Jolie), minutes. — T.H. (Reviewed June 22, 2007) (Seth Rogen), a perma-loser whose short- a seasoned freelance journalist pregnant term career plan is launching the Web site with their first child. The initial hours and Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer fleshofthestars.com, a comely counting days of Pearl’s disappearance are the ✭✭✭ (Century 12, Century 16) Life has got- of cinematic nude scenes. Ben lives with focus of “Heart,” palpable with dread and ten a tad too Hollywood for the Fantastic his pubescent roommates while Alison the knowledge of a tragic result. It helps to Four. Despite scientific breakthroughs by has bigger fish to fry. Naturally Alison gets know your Middle East politics, as “Heart” Reed Richards (Ioan Gruffudd), the buzz knocked up when the pair hook up in a is a labyrinth of corruption and buzz words around town centers on his upcoming frenzy of itchy lust and bar fumes. The that resonate with anxiety and afford some wedding to Sue Storm (Jessica Alba). premise is pregnant with possibility when it ©Disney/Pixar narrative confusion. Rated: R for language Meanwhile, Johnny Storm (Chris Evans) focuses on the mismatched duo struggling violence and very adult themes. 1 hour, 40 ENTER TO WIN A TRIP TO PARIS! TEXT RAT TO 49788 lands endorsement deals as the Human with the concept of parenthood and taking No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Begins March 26; ends August 15, 2007. minutes. — J.A. (Reviewed June 22, 2007) Open to legal residents of 50 states or D.C. (excluding Georgia) 18 or older. Standard text Torch and Ben Grimm (Michael Chiklis as baby steps towards an awkward acquain- messaging rates apply. For free entry and rules, visit http://www.rattext2win.com. The Thing) enjoys a blossoming relation- tance. Brush aside the crude formula and See the movie, June 29–July 1—bring your ticket stub to and get Evan Almighty ✭✭ ship with girlfriend Alicia (Kerry Washing- bathroom humor and you’ve got yourself a free “Ratatouille” pin* & check out their exclusive “Ratatouille” merchandise. (Century 12, Century 16) “Evan” features ton).Too bad there’s a stranger in the city *Not for resale. Other restrictions apply. While supplies last. See store for details. a surprisingly delicate social commentary. the carefree Steve Carell as Congressman to toss a wrench into Reed’s and Sue’s Rated: R for sexual situations, profanity STARTS FRIDAY, JUNE 29 Evan Baxter. Evan is enjoying the wealth romantic plans. The Silver Surfer (voiced and nudity. 2 hours, 8 minutes. — J.A. (Re- and power that goes along with question- by Laurence Fishburne) zips across the viewed June 1, 2007) For Theatres and Showtimes: Check Movie Times or Text RAT able politics. When his wife (Lauren Gra- skies, sparking environmental anomalies with your ZIP CODE to 43KIX (43549) ham as Joan) confides that she prays for and creating massive craters in the Earth. their family to grow closer, Evan asks God With frightened citizens wondering if God’s La Vie En Rose ✭✭✭ or Visit www.ratatouille.com SORRY, NO PASSES for the strength to change the world. God wrath is upon them, the U.S. government (Guild) Marion Cotillard burns down the SAVE YOUR TICKET STUBS AND EARN YOUR WAY TOWARDS EXCITING REWARDS. (Morgan Freeman) takes Evan’s prayer seri- enlists the aid of Richards and crew to stop house as France’s gifted but self-destruc- VISIT DISNEYMOVIEREWARDS.COM FOR DETAILS. ously and visits him in person, telling the the Surfer. “Rise” is what a superhero mov- tive superstar Edith Piaf. Piaf wasn’t called Page 24 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Movies

“Little Sparrow” for nothing; her lilting voice Nancy Drew ✭1/2 made the angels weep. But the psychologi- (Century 16, Century 20) Regardless of OPENINGS cal damage from a dysfunctional upbring- the revisions Nancy Drew has undergone ing left scars. Raised by alcoholic parents since debuting in the 1930s, the plucky and left at her grandmother’s dreary teen detective has always been associated (continued from page 23) ches flow like Newport’s best bubbly, sparkling with with a good mystery story. But director brothel, a rejected Edith knew plenty of wedding preparations while secretly dreading a future giddy effervescence and coloring the visuals with a hard times. Ultimately she hoped to leave Andrew Fleming doesn’t have a clue about rosy glow until ultimately falling flat. adapting the franchise to the big screen. attached to a man she doesn’t love. her harrowing past behind and struck out The star power is staggering. Each and every play- on her own, singing in the streets. Piaf’s Emma Roberts plays the title character This should be drama enough to sustain a couple star rose astronomically, but not without with charm. The story takes Nancy and hours of secrets and lies, but director Lajos Koltai er chews the scenery with theatrical gusto with the her attorney father (Tate Donovan) from the whiff of scandal. Cotillard manages to spins a grander web of stagy threads. Lila’s irrepress- exception of Gummer, for whom expectations run embody all of Piaf’s agonizing glory, from their fictional hometown of River Heights mighty high but who simply can’t radiate her mother’s to Los Angeles. Although Nancy has alleg- ible and alcoholic brother Buddy (Hugh Dancy) is her staggering talent to the frivolous mar- legendary charisma. tyrdom and stunning flaws. As arresting as edly sworn off the sleuthing business, the the story’s titular voice of reason, a be-soaked and Cotillard’s performance is, her movie is a Drews have rented a dilapidated mansion bewildered charmer who secretly pines for Ann while Streep as the elder Lila (natch) has a “moment” with that comes with a story: Former owner biopic both bleak and disturbing, a lengthy cutting too close to the high-society truths of his stoic Redgrave, a major meeting of A-list minds that’s al- bad dream that wrings out every drop of Dehlia Draycott (Laura Harring), a movie most worth the price of admission. sympathy and sentiment. Rated: PG-13 for star, died there under mysterious circum- family. unsettling themes and language. In French stances. Nancy explains every cliched The epicenter of this social whirlpool is unwitting with English subtitles. 2 hours, 20 minutes. development immediately after the fact villain Harris Arden (Patrick Wilson), the son of the Rated: PG-13 for some language, nudity and ma- — J.A. (Reviewed June 15, 2007) to make sure the audience gets it. Worse ture themes. 1 hour, 57 minutes. yet, the tale of a secret pregnancy and ex-caretaker grown into a handsome doctor who ap- greedy showbiz types may not be the best pears to have his hooks in more than Lila’s heart. Mr. Brooks ✭✭✭ — Jeanne Aufmuth (Century 12, Century 16) A philanthropist subject matter for the PG crowd. Similar At this point the film threatens to overflow with and family man, Mr. Brooks (Kevin Cost- to the books, the movie ends with news of emotional bounty, and that’s just the flashbacks. The Nancy’s next case. Let’s hope the sequel ner) harbors a dark secret. The seemingly adult Ann (Vanessa Redgrave) lies on her deathbed, harmless entrepreneur spends his days sticks to mystery instead of spending time Write your own film reviews in the Movies section on super-spy heroics. Rated: PG for mild mulling over thrills and regrets to the consternation of alongside the devious Marshall (William of TownSquare. Go to www.PaloAltoOnline.com. Hurt), whom only Brooks can see and violence, thematic elements and brief daughters Nina (Toni Collette) and Connie (Miranda hear. And Marshall’s motivations are language. 1 hour. 30 minutes. — S. T. (Re- Richardson), who puzzle over the identity of mystery viewed June 15, 2007) purely vicarious pleasure as he encourages man “Harris” as mom waxes remorseful about the Brooks to commit murder, turning him ✭✭✭ one that got away. into the Thumbprint Killer. Detective Tracy Ocean’s Thirteen To view the trailers for “Sicko,” "Live Free or Die Harder," Atwood (Demi Moore) has been hunting the (Century 16, Century 20)”Ocean’s” is a The rapid-fire flip-flop between decades is perplex- "Ratatouille" and "Evening"go to Palo Alto Online at Thumbprint Killer for years. The headstrong couple of action-packed hours of eye ing, never finding a smooth groove and offering dis- http://www.PaloAltoOnline.com/ investigator has her own problems, includ- candy with a plot to boot. Not much of traction where clarification would be welcome. Cli- ing an ugly divorce from her adulterous one, but the film is still a catchy retread ex-husband. The killing of a sex-crazed that reworks the concept of the improb- couple puts Atwood back on the Thumb- able scam. In a nutshell: Key players Danny Ocean (George Clooney) and Rusty Ryan print Killer’s trail and provides a distraction poignant tunes and big dreams. He imag- scientific key that allows access to one’s directors — including Joel and Ethan Coen, (Brad Pitt) set out to avenge the betrayal of from her personal issues. Moody and ines rekindling the spark with his lost love most personal dreams. Naturally the Mini Gus Van Sant and Alfonso Cuaron — craft their beloved guru Reuben Tishkoff (Elliott suspenseful, “Mr. Brooks” is worth taking and aspires to a big record deal. Enter an falls into the wrong hands, sending Police 18 blithe snippets of what it means to live Gould). Tishkoff was a trusting half-partner a stab at. Rated: R for strong bloody vio- ardent young Czech (singer-songwriter Detective Konakawa (voice of Akio Oht- and love in the City of Lights. Their interpre- in Vegas’ hottest hotel casino (The Bank) lence, some graphic sexual content, nudity Marketa Irglova) for whom music is an suka) into a parallel universe with a gamine tations are wildly diverse yet never lacking until kingpin Willie Bank (Al Pacino doing and language. 2 hours. — T.H. (Reviewed escape from the realities of new country, redhead named Paprika (voice of Megumi allure. The tales are connected by honeyed his sleaziest lounge lizard) screwed him June 1, 2007) single motherhood and struggling to make Hayashibara) as his guide. The stolen Mini promises and narrative gossamer. Puz- over to the tune of millions. ends meet. A friendship is born of mutual is used to plant a powerful vision in un- zling head-scratchers vie for screen time The duplicity lands Tishkoff in critical The Namesake ✭✭✭ attraction and details are revealed: of an suspecting minds, forcing its victims into with profound observations on affaires du condition from sheer shock. Ocean and (Century 20) No one seems better suited to unhappy marriage and ailing parents. Yes, permanent hypnosis. With the help of the coeur. Vampires, terminal illness and musi- company want revenge. What else to do transform Jhumpa Lahiri’s touching prose it’s the classic take on boy-meets-girl, boy- remaining Minis, Paprika’s alter ego, Dr. cal comedy? Check, check and check. but to take down Bank in a high-profile into film than director Mira Nair (“Monsoon and-girl-make-beautiful-music-together, Atsuko Chiba (Hayashibara again), and cor- Asymmetrical but appealing from start to crash-and-burn? The boys are in rare form: Wedding”). The narrative unfolds differently but “Once” keeps its narrative close to the pulent Mini-inventor Tokita Kohsaku (voice finish. Paris herself is an ethereal picture smooth and breezy in that cooler-than-thou than in the best-selling 2003 book. Starting vest, never giving up where it’s going until it of Toru Furuya) can see the invasive reverie postcard in glorious hues and shades of way that garnered so many fans in 2001. with the train crash that spares bookworm gets there. A dramatic and endearing duet. that wreaks havoc with their colleagues’ grey. The cast is a melting pot of celebrity, The action is snappy enough to mask the Ashoke’s (Irrfan Khan) life in 1974 India, Rated: R for language and mature themes. psyches. Visually arresting and thoroughly from Elijah Wood and Natalie Portman to narrative missteps. This roll of the dice is Sooni Taraporevala’s script initially favors 1 hour, 22 minutes. — J.A. (Reviewed June unsettling, “Paprika” is an animated fever Fanny Ardant, Juliette Binoche and Cata- a guaranteed winner. Rated: PG-13 for the male point of view. Then time leaps 1, 2007) dream sure to haunt. Rated: R for mature lina Moreno. Rated: R for language, sexual- language and some sensuality. 2 hours, 2 forward to the meeting between Ashoke themes and cartoon violence. In Japanese ity and mature themes. 2 hours. In English minutes. — J.A. (Reviwed June 8, 2007) and Ashima (Tabu), whose parents have Paprika ✭✭✭1/2 with English subtitles. 1 hour, 30 minutes. and French with English subtitles. — J.A. arranged for their marriage. When asked if (CineArts) “Paprika” is a bittersweet tutorial — J.A. (Reviwed June 8, 2007) (Reviewed May 25, 2007) Once ✭✭✭1/2 she will be lonely living halfway around the in the form of mind-bending Japanese an- (Aquarius) A street troubadour with a world, the shy beauty looks at her future ime, all caustic wit that veers dangerously Paris, Je T’Aime ✭✭✭ mending heart (Irish band The Frames’ (continued on next page) husband and replies, “Won’t he be there?” close to home. The crux is the DC-Mini, a (Guild) With attitude to spare, 20 respected Humor and humanity go hand in hand, as Glen Hansard) lays bare his soul through the newlyweds embrace each other and life CLAIRECLAIRE in America. Capturing the nuances of such DANESDANES How often does a movie get reviews like this?... a complex novel is impossible. Nair con- CELEBRATE THE SUMMER’S once veys its spirit, creating a saga that speaks to anyone caught between cultures. Rated: MUST-SEE FILM PG-13 for sexuality/nudity, a scene of drug TONI TONICOLLETTE STARRING THE use, some disturbing images and brief COLLETTE “This is a“ ★★★★very little film language. In Bengali, Hindi and English GREATEST ACTRESSES with English subtitles. 2 hours, 2 minutes. withThere a arevery more big emotions heart... — S.T. (Reviewed March 16, 2007) VANESSA OF OUR TIME repressed and then sung out VANESSAREDGRAVE It’s about the choices we make, the risks we take, The infectious music REDGRAVE the secrets we share and the love that fills our lives. inis thissuretranscendent to get your new Irish film than in a year of “ONE OF THE BEST BIOPICS PATRICK “★★★★ feet tapping.” WILSON ! blockbusters,Ruthe andStein in its brief I’VEI’VE SEEN, SEEN, TELLS TELLS PIAF’SPIAF’S LIFELIFE PATRICK WILSON I Loved This Film! 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(continued from previous page) only other possible heir is Fiona’s cousin happy? The result is a mishmash of styles Artie (Justin Timberlake), a mousy high- ® and concepts that try too hard to please Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End school student. Shrek and his sidekicks — everyone. Rated: PG-13 for intensity and ✭✭ ‘‘TWO THUMBS UP!’’ 1/2 the chatterbox Donkey (Eddie Murphy) and violence. 2 hours, 17 minutes. — J.A. (Re- Richard Roeper & Michael Phillips, Guest Critic, EBERT & ROEPER (Century 12, Century 16) The Age of Piracy suave Puss In Boots (Antonio Banderas) viewed May 4, 2007) faces extinction because of the East India — set off to coax Artie into becoming ben kingsley téa leoni luke wilson Company’s Lord Cutler Beckett (Tom Hol- King Arthur. Meanwhile, Prince Charming Surf’s Up ✭✭ lander) and his desire to control the seas. (Rupert Everett) encourages the patrons (Century 12, Century 16) Hollywood’s latest He has already taken over Davy Jones’ of the Poison Apple Tavern to help him as- attempt to capitalize on penguin apprecia- (Bill Nighy) ship, the Flying Dutchman. So sault Far, Far Away and usurp the throne. tion features a forgettable plot, fountains ‘‘Hi, my name is Frank. Will Turner (Orlando Bloom), Elizabeth Some of the comedy may draw more yuck I’m an alcoholic. of toilet humor and enough surfing sce- I kill people a killer comedy by john dahl Swan (Keira Knightley), and Captain Bar- than yuks. Still, the third time’s certainly a for a living... narios to make a viewer seasick. Only bossa (Geoffrey Rush) team up to bring charm. Rated: PG for some crude humor, View the trailer at www.ifcfilms.com/youkillme top-notch animation and some vocal help This is anonymous, together the Nine Lords of the Brethren suggestive content and swashbuckling ac- right?’’ from talented actors keep “Surf’s Up” from Court, a gathering that is their only hope tion. 1 hour, 33 minutes. — T.H. (Reviewed completely sinking. The film unfolds as a of defeating him. However, they first need May 18, 2007) CENTURY CINEMA 16 to rescue one of the lords, Captain Jack faux documentary in which reality-TV pro- NOW PLAYING! 1500 N Shoreline Blvd., Sparrow (Johnny Depp), from Davy Jones’ ducers follow young surfer Cody Maverick Spider-Man 3 ✭✭1/2 (Shia LaBeouf) as he strives to compete in CHECK THEATRE DIRECTORIES OR CALL FOR SHOWTIMES Mountain View (650) 960-0970 locker. Ultimately, Jack, Will, Elizabeth, (Century 16, Century 20) Despite an over- Captain Barbossa, and Captain Sao Feng the Penguin World Surfing Championship whelming sensation of been-there, done- made famous by his idol, Big Z. Cody’s spend most of the time devising their own that, Tobey Maguire and company inject agendas, yielding a highly convoluted film. passion for surfing is fueled by his admira- enough fresh material into Spider-Man’s tion for Z, a surfing legend whose apparent Rated: PG-13 for intense sequences of third outing to keep both fans and converts action/adventure violence and some fright- death shocked fans and rivals alike. De- “ ” happy. It’s business as usual for Peter spite discouraging words from his abusive STUNNING! DELICIOUS! ening images. 2 hours, 45 min. — E.O. Parker (Maguire) and lady love Mary Jane -David Ansen, NEWSWEEK (Reviewed May 25, 2007) brother and his own mother’s disinterest, Watson (Kirsten Dunst). The duo is in a Cody’s spirit earns him an entry into the good space, Parker with plans of popping competition. He finds an unlikely friend- ✭✭✭ Shrek the Third 1/2 the question. But a star-gazing evening for ship when he meets Geek (Jeff Bridges), (Century 16, Century 20) The ornery ogre Parker and Mary Jane turns “War of the a reclusive penguin with a knowledge of brought to life by Mike Myers and Dream- Worlds” when a meteor smashes to earth surfing and making surfboards. Skip this Works in 2001 returns to the screen for his and oozes a slithery black slime. Across washed-up flick and rent “Finding Nemo” third outing, a fantasy rife with witty humor. WWW.SONYCLASSICS.COM town the hardened criminal who murdered for something with real depth. Rated: PG SOUNDTRACK ALBUM ON MILAN “Shrek the Third” picks up where “Shrek 2” Parker’s uncle (Thomas Haden Church as RECORDS for mild language and some rude humor. 1 left off, as Shrek (voiced by Myers) and his Flint Marko) escapes from prison and has hour, 25 minutes. — T.H. (Reviewed June CINÉARTS@PALO ALTO SQUARE wife, Fiona (Cameron Diaz), hunker down a run-in with a scientific de-molecularizer. 8, 2007) NOW PLAYING! 3000 El Camino Real, in the kingdom of Far, Far Away to help the Goodbye Mr. Marko, hello Sandman! How CHECK THEATRE DIRECTORIES OR CALL FOR SHOWTIMES Palo Alto (650) 493-3456 ailing King Harold (John Cleese). But the far to go to ensure that “Spider-Man” can king is on his death lily pad, and his dying hang onto its blockbuster cachet yet retain Waitress ✭✭✭ VIEW THE TRAILER AT WWW.PAPRIKAMOVIE.COM wish is for Shrek to inherit the crown. The its core values and keep the diehard fans (Century 20, CineArts) Jenna (Keri Russell) is a cook and waitperson at cozy Joe’s Pie Diner, a woman for whom the art of baking is an emotional retreat from a bad marriage. Jenna spends her time crafting “ recipes for delectable pies while planning “ to leave her abusive husband (Jeremy A GREAT TIME AT THE Sisto as Earl) and enter a major stakes pie ” bake-off. A positive pregnancy test brings Jenna back to earth. A visit to the town MOVIES FOR EVERYONE! doctor (Nathan Fillion as Dr. Pomatter) Pete Hammond, MAXIM nets her more than her feet in the stirrups NOTICE OF VACANCY ON THE when she and the good doctor embark on LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMISSION “Both adults and a torrid affair. To deal with life’s bell curve FOR AN UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JANUARY 31, 2008 Jenna bakes. And bakes some more. Rus- (Term of Skokowski) kids will laugh and sell is the real deal, her guileless baby face scream during this belying a fierce intelligence and charm that NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council is seeking applications for ushers “Waitress” to a delicious finish yet leaves you hungry for more. Rated: PG-13 an unexpired term ending January 31, 2008. hilarious comedy. Steve Carell, lots of animals for language and sexual situations. 1 hour, Eligibility Requirements: Composed of seven members who shall be 48 minutes. — J.A. (Reviewed May 18, and Morgan Freeman as God, 2007) appointed by and shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council, but who you can’t ask for anything shall not be Council Members, offi cers or employees of the City of Palo Alto. Each member of the commission shall have a demonstrated interest in public more in a comedy!” Jim Ferguson, ABC-TV library matters. All members of the commission shall at all times be residents of the City of Palo Alto. Regular meetings will be held at 7 p.m. on the fourth “ Thursday of each month. Perfect for the ” Purpose and Duties: The purpose of the Library Advisory Commission shall whole family! be to advise the City Council on matters relating to the Palo Alto City Library, Sandie Newton, CBS-TV excluding daily administrative operations. The commission shall have the following duties: 1. Advise the City Council on planning and policy matters pertaining to: a) the goals of and the services provided by the Palo Alto City Library; b) the future delivery of the services by the Palo Alto City Library; c) the City Manager’s recommendations pertaining to the disposition of major gifts WAITRESS (PG 13) of money, personal property and real property to the City to be used for library purposes; d) the construction and renovation of capital facilities of Fri. - Thurs. 1:45, 4:20, 7:00, 9:45 the Palo Alto City Library; and e) joint action projects with other public or PAPRIKA (R) private information entities, including libraries. Fri. - Thurs. 2:00, 4:45, 7:15, 9:40 2. Review state legislative proposals that may affect the operation of the Palo Alto City Library. 3. Review the City Manager’s proposed budget for capital improvements and operations relating to the Palo Alto City Library, and thereafter forward any comments to one or more of the applicable committees of the Council. ATOM SHADYAC FILM “ 4. Provide advice upon such other matters as the City Council may from THe best time to time assign. ‘ ’ ” 5. Receive community input concerning the Palo Alto City Library. PIRATES Yet! MARK S. ALLEN, CBS/CW-TV 6. Review and comment on fund-raising efforts on behalf of the Palo Alto City Library. UNIVERSAL PICTURES AND SPYGLASS ENTERTAINMENT PRESENT IN ASSOCIATION WITH RELATIVITY MEDIAASHADY ACRES/BARBER-BIRNBAUM/ ORIGINAL FILM PRODUCTION MUSIC EXECUTIVE The Library Advisory Commission shall not have the power or authority to STEVE CARELL MORGAN FREEMAN “EVAN ALMIGHTY” LAUREN GRAHAMJOHN GOODMANBY JOHN DEBNEY PRODUCERSILONA HERZBERG DAVE PHILLIPS MATT LUBER cause the expenditure of City funds or to bind the City to any written or PRODUCED BASED ON CHARACTERS BYTOM SHADYAC GARY BARBER ROGER BIRNBAUM NEAL H. MORITZ MICHAEL BOSTICK CREATED BY STEVE KOREN &MARK O’KEEFE implied contract. 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ROGERS CINEMARK CINEMARK CHECK THEATRE DIRECTORIES FOR with your ZIP CODE to 43KIX (43549) SOUND INFORMATION AND SHOWTIMES City Clerk CENTURY 12 DOWNTOWN SAN MATEO CENTURY PARK 12 SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS NO PASSES or Visit www.pirates.movies.com San Mateo (650) 558-0123 Redwood City (650) 365-9000 OR DISCOUNT COUPONS ACCEPTED FOR GROUP TICKET SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL 1-877-447-4670. Page 26 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly GoingsThe best ofOn what’s happening on the Midpeninsula Palo Alto Art Center: Summer 2007 Ex- Antonio Circle, Mountain View. Call 650- Art Galleries hibitions 917-6800, ext. 305. www.arts4all.org CALENDAR LISTINGS “Cross Currents” Summer exhibit fea- “From The Ground Up: Paint- tures all 30 Gallery 9 artists. New works: ing, Process & the Garden - Frances McCormack”; “Photography: Beyond Benefits CALENDAR. Information for Weekly and Master Community Calendar painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmak- Let Freedom Ring “Let Freedom Ring” ing, photography, collage and jewelry. Botanica”; “Renee Adams: Under Fragile Skies.” Through Sept. 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. festival and benefit concert to support listings must now be submitted online. Please go to www.PaloAltoOnline. Meet the artists at Gallery 9 reception: American soldiers stationed in Iraq. Food com, click on “Master Community Calendar,” and then click on “Submit Thurs., July 12, 5-7:30pm. Through Aug. (Tue.-Sat.); 1-5 p.m. (Sun.): 7-9 p.m. (Thu). Free. Palo Alto Art Center, 1313 Newell booths, live music, evening concert and a listing.” Listings are published in the papers on a space-available basis. 25, Tues.-Sat., 11-5 p.m. at Gallery 9, petting zoo. Sat., June 30, 3-8 p.m. Free. 143 Main St., Los Altos. www.gallery9lo- Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-329-2366. www.paacf.org The Rock Church, 263 Escuela Ave., NEWS. The online form is e-mail editor@paweekly. saltos.com Mountain View. Call 650-968-7625. Kay Culpepper’s Watercolors/Hommage Photography Show More than 40 local for Calendar listings only. com; fax (650) 326-3928, fine art photographers explore the theme a Cezanne “En hommage a Cezanne”: a Classes/Workshops To submit information for Attn: Editor; or mail to watercolor show inspired by Cezanne’s of “Captured Light” in this annual, juried 4-Week Childbirth Prep Series This class paintings viewed during the year of his photography show. Reception with the is a 4-week series that provides a brief possible use elsewhere in Editor, Palo Alto Weekly, anniversary show in Aix-en-Provence, artists on Friday, Aug. 3rd, from 6-9 p.m. but comprehensive look at normal labor. Through Aug. 31, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. the paper, send it the usual 703 High St., Palo Alto, CA 2006. Music by la rive gauche opening Our small group size allows for more way: 94301. night, Fri., July 6. 6-9 p.m. Free. Norton & Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Pacific Art League individual attention and time to discuss Gallery, Pacific Art League, 668 Ramona - Norton Gallery, 668 Ramona St., Palo topics of concern. July 11-Aug. 1, 6:30- St., Palo Alto. Call 650-857-0640. Alto. Call 650-321-3891. www.zivkov. 9 p.m. Blossom Birth, 299 S. California QUESTIONS? If you have questions, call the reception desk at the com/pete/PHIG.html Le Jardin: Floral Photographs This sum- Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321-2326. blos- Palo Alto Weekly between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. weekdays, (650) Plein Air & Beyond Outdoor oils and mer Modernbook Gallery will be full of sombirth.org 326-8210. After hours, you may press zero and leave a message in the flowers with the exhibit “Le Jardin,” fea- other paintings by mural artist Erin Tajime Child Anger (3-8 years) In this parent- turing the photographic works of Christina Castelan are currently on display through ing workshop with Sue Dinwiddie, MA, general mailbox. Florkowski and Joanne Koltnow. Through July 7, 7-9 p.m. Free. Avalon Art & Yoga examine children’s anger and coping July 30, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. Modernbook Center, 370 California Ave., Palo Alto. Call strategies. Investigate what works and For complete Calendar listings, go to www.PaloAltoOnline.com Gallery, 494 University Ave., Palo Alto. 650-424-9363. web.mac.com/tajime what doesn’t. Mon., July 9, 7-9 p.m. $30. and click on “Master Community Calendar.” www.modernbook.com/exhibitions.html Watercolor: Faculty & Friends The Com- Parents Place, 200 Channing Ave., Palo LF Contemporary Art Gallery Featuring munity School of Music and Arts (CSMA) Alto. Call 650-688-3040. www.parent- work by established and emerging artists at Finn Center will present “Watercolor: splaceonline.org Hank Buckholdt, Lea Feinstein, Gretchen Faculty & Friends,” featuring local artists Eliciting Cooperative Behavior (18 Frank and William Lynam. Through July and faculty members Karen Bieber, Jean months-4 years) Heidi Emberling, MA Bradshaw, Steve Curl and special guest www.PaloAltoOnline.com 31 (open Thursdays, 5-7 p.m., first Fri- will teach strategies for positive redirec- If it’s useful and local, it’s on Palo Alto Online! days 6-8 p.m., and by appointment). Free. Bob Currie. Mon.-Sat. through July 25, 9 tion, and limit setting while maintaining LF Contemporary Art, 825 Emerson St., a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Community School of a positive child-parent relationship. Pre- Palo Alto. Call 650-743-0852. Music and Arts at Finn Center, 230 San registration is required. Thu., July 12, 7-9 p.m. $30. Parents Place, 200 Channing body and its dramatic changes during Summer Watercolor Painting Class Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-688-3040. www. pregnancy and after birth. Each class will Learn watercolor techniques while experi- parentsplaceonline.org include a “check-in” and finish with a re- menting with ways to paint landscapes, laxation/visualization. Mondays through still life and figures. Mondays through July OF NOTE Exploring a Sense of Place With Karen Aug. 13, 10-11:15 a.m. Blossom Birth, 23, 9 a.m.-noon. $55 members; $60 non- Harwell & Joanna Reynolds. The Explor- 299 S. California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650- members. PV Inc. Little House, Garden ing a Sense of Place guidebook will help 321-2326. blossombirth.org Room, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park. Call you with your own process of discov- 650-326-2025, ext. 230. www.peninsu- ery and reconnection with the natural Peninsula Improvisers Beginning Work- lavolunteers.org world. Sat., July 7, 12-1:30 p.m. Common shop Students will play short improvisa- Ground Organic Garden Supply, 559 tion games and create characters and Twins Summer Camp (2-5 years) While College Ave., Palo Alto. www.common- scenes in a safe, friendly and fun atmo- children play separately, parents discuss groundinpaloalto.org sphere to increase the ability to think, development, twin bond, promoting indi- speak and act spontaneously. Beginning viduality and daily management of twins. Flora in Focus Workshops - Roses Learn and experienced improvisers welcome. Pre-registration required. Tuesdays, June the basic principles and stages of paint- Fourteen-person class limit. Tuesdays, 12 through July 17, 9:30-11 a.m. $120 for ing/drawing to create a detailed plant por- July 10-Aug. 28. No class July 24. 7-9:30 6 sessions for parents, $75 for playcare trait. A materials list will be available upon p.m. $210 for all seven sessions. Dragon for both children. Parents Place, 200 registration. July 10-11, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 Theatre, 535 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call Channing Ave., Palo Alto. Call 688-3040. p.m. $140 member/$170 non-member. 408-205-3111. dragonproductions.net/ www.parentsplaceonline.org Filoli, 86 Canada Road, Woodside. www. classes filoli.org Yoga at All Saints Small-group, medi- Public or Private: Choosing an Elemen- tative Kundalini yoga classes held every German Language Class Conversation, tary School (birth-7 years) Learn more Saturday in the All Saints’ Church Par- reading, writing, basic grammar and Ger- about choices, how programs and phi- ish Hall. Drop-ins welcome, no sign-up manic culture will be covered. This course losophies differ, and how to make the necessary. Through Aug. 25, 8-9 a.m. is meant for those wanting basic com- best decision. With Stephanie Agnew, $5/person. All Saints’ Episcopal Church munication skills for use with friends and BA. Pre-registration is required. Wed., - Parish Hall, 555 Waverley St., Palo Alto. relatives and/or for business, travel and July 11, 7-9 p.m. $30. Parents Place, 200 Call 650-322-4528. www.asaints.org/ everyday purposes. Tuesdays, Through Channing Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-688- parishlife/activities/yoga.html July 17, 7-9:15 p.m. $62. Palo Alto High 3040. www.parentsplaceonline.org School, Room 404, Embarcadero Road Saturday Prenatal Yoga Class The Clubs/Meetings at El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Call 650- Parent/Baby Group (0-6 months) In 329-3752. practice of yoga enhances awareness of the body and its dramatic changes this facilitated group, network with other Honky Tonk Special Line Dance Class during pregnancy and after birth. Each new parents and learn tips on baby care, Classic couples and line dances. Taught class will include a “check-in” and finish sleep, feeding and encouraging infant by Hedy McAdams. Through July 31, 7- with a relaxation/visualization. Saturdays development. Mondays through Aug. 20, 9:30 p.m. Basics $50 on-site/$45 pre- through Aug. 11, 9-10:30 a.m. Classes 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Blossom Birth, 299 S. paid; Interm $62/$57; Both $102/$90; also planned for Tuesday and Thursday California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321- Drop-ins $15. The Woman’s Club of Palo evenings. Blossom Birth, 299 S. Califor- 2326. www.blossombirth.org Alto, 475 Homer Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650- nia Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321-2326. Working Parents Group The Working 856-1249. www.DanceAdventures.com blossombirth.org Parents Group offers the opportunity How to Draw Manga Create Manga, from Summer Creative Writing Class Admis- to connect with other parents, receive idea to story board to finished pages. Au- sions Academy, the Bay Area’s leading and share practical advice and express thor/illustrator Oliver Chin will teach this college admissions resource, is offering frustrations and joys in a relaxed, non- workshop on creating a Japanese-style summer classes in creative writing for cur- judgmental environment. July 4-Aug. 29, comic book. Program limited to kids en- rent and entering high school students. 7-8:30 p.m. Blossom Birth, 299 S. Cali- tering grades 6-12. Advance registration July 10-Aug 2., Ages 12-14: Tue. & Thu. fornia Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-321-2326. required. Call 650-903-6897 to register. 1 - 2:30 p.m. Ages 15-17: Tue. and Thu. blossombirth.org Sat., July 7, 2-4 p.m. Free. Teen Zone, 2:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Tuition: $395. 955 Big bad band Mountain View Public Library, 585 Frank- Alma St., Ste B, Palo Alto. Call 650-463- Community Events With the help of the Grammy-nominated swing band Big Bad Voodoo lin St., Mountain View. Call 650-526-7036. AIDS Kits for Africa Help with AIDS crisis 5530. www.admissionsacademy.com Daddy, Stanford Lively Arts will kick off Independence Day 2007 library.mountainview.gov in Africa. Assemble caregivers' kits to be Summer Line Dance Labs In Mountain Line Dance Summer Camp for Adults distributed in Africa by World Vision. Kits with reds, whites and jump blues. On July 3, the band will play a fu- View Line dance classes based upon Line dance classics taught to upbeat mu- contain important items for both patients sion of 1940s jive, New Orleans jazz and modern rock in the Frost dances taught during previous quarters. sic. Taught by Hedy McAdams. Through and caregivers alike. All are welcome. Do- Deeper exploration of rhythm, variations Amphitheater at Stanford University; the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. July 31, 9:15 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Intro $40 nations also accepted. Fri., July 13 & Sat., and choreography. Taught by choreogra- and includes a fireworks finale. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. for picnick- on-site/$36 prepaid; Interm/Adv $56/$51; July 14, Fri. 6-9 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. pher Hedy McAdams. July 7-Aug.3, 9:30- Both $87/$79; Drop-ins $12. The Wom- Peninsula Bible Church, 3505 Middlefield ing, and seating is on the lawn. Admission is $44 for adults and $22 10:30 a.m. Each series $30 on-site/$27 an’s Club of Palo Alto, 475 Homer Ave., Road, Mountain View. Call 650-494-3840 for Stanford students. Discounts are available for youth, students pre-paid; Both series $54/$49, Drop-ins Palo Alto. Call 650-325-3371. www. ext. 237. www.pbc.org $15/lab. New Century Dance Studio, 215 and groups. For more information call DanceAdventures.com 650-725-ARTS or go to livelyarts.stanford.edu. Moffet Blvd. Suite B, Mountain View. Call Monday Prenatal Yoga Class The prac- 650-325-3371. www.DanceAdventures. tice of yoga enhances awareness of the com (continued on next page) Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Page 27 Goings On (continued from previous page) Thu., July 12. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Lawn out- Baby Storytime This six-week session is side Cantor Arts Center, Stanford Univer- When we set out suitable for babies 6 to 18 months old. sity, Stanford. csp.stanford.edu Tuesdays, July 10-Aug. 14. 11-11:15 p.m. PAN Emergency Preparedness Fair Visit Free. Downtown Library, 270 Forest Ave., the emergency preparation faire at the Palo Alto. Call 650-329-2205. Palo Alto Chili cook-off in Mitchell Park. Creating Great Communities Join us Spin the prize wheel, sample emergency to change the community, for a workshop on creating great new rations, see what should go in an emer- neighborhoods in the South Bay. The day gency kit, learn how to prepare for pets, will include a “Smart Growth Scavenger talk to Red Cross & HAM operators and Hunt.” Sat., June 30, 12-4 p.m. Free. King pick up lots of preparedness info. Weds., of Krung Siam Restaurant, 194 Castro July 4, 12-4:30 p.m. Free. Mitchell Park, St., Mountain View. Call 415-543-6771 . Palo Alto. Call 650-799-6080. we started by FORE the CARE Celebrity Golf Tourna- Patagonia Palo Alto Press Day Area ment and Dinner 2007 FORE the CARE press are invited to get a personal tour Celebrity Golf Tournament and Dinner of the new Patagonia Palo Alto store. & Auction benefiting Stanford’s Can- Participate in the climbing wall, learn cer Concierge Services. The Village of about “Voice Your Choice” and learn changing ourselves. Champions Dinner & Auction will be held about Patagonia’s broader environmen- Sunday, July 8, at 5 p.m. at the Four Sea- tal mission. Thu., July 12, 4-6 p.m. Free. sons Hotel, East Palo Alto. Fore the Care Patagonia Palo Alto, 525 Alma St., Palo Celebrity Golf Tournament will be held Alto. Call 719-634-8055. www.patagonia. Monday, July 9, at the Stanford University com/paloalto Golf Course. Registration, breakfast and Patagonia’s “Voice Your Choice” In putting contest: 8 a.m. Shotgun start: 10 honor of the opening of Patagonia’s Palo a.m. Awards ceremony and reception fol- Alto store, we have decided to present a lowing end of tournament play. Call 650- monetary gift of $5,000 to a local environ- 723-1232 . www.forethecare.org mental organization. We need your vote Independence from Oil - Green Transpor- to decide which group should receive tation Kepler’s will sponsor a tent that will the donation on Grand Opening day (July have information on green transportation 14). Cast your votes at ww.patagonia. and independence from oil. Representa- com/paloalto. Voting until July 9, Pata- tives will include Sherry Boschert, presi- gonia Palo Alto, 525 Alma St., Palo Alto. dent and co-founder of the San Francisco Call 719-634-8055. www.patagonia. Electric Vehicle Association. Wed., July com/paloalto 4, 11:30 a.m. Free. Burgess Park, Laurel Street and Ravenswood, Menlo Park. Call Concerts 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com 4th of July Concert & BBQ Indepen- Live Summer Concert Harry and the Pot- dence Day Concert and BBQ with Menlo ters will rock the library with their original Brass and Nan Bostick. Wednesday, music, just in time for the release of the July 4, 4:30-7 p.m. Concert free. BBQ $5 new and final Harry Potter book. They’ll adults $1 children under 12. First Baptist perform songs from their albums such as Church of Menlo Park, 1100 Middle Ave, “Voldemort Can’t Stop the Rock!” Bring a Menlo Park. Call 650-323 8544. blanket & picnic. Sponsored by Friends of Basie & Beyond Jamie Davis, vocals; the Palo Alto Library. Mon., July 2, 6-8:30 Fred Berry, conductor; and friends. Sun- p.m. Free. Main Library, 1213 Newell Rd., day, July 1. 2:30 p.m. $28 general Din- Palo Alto. Call 329-2205. kelspiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Drive, Outdoor Science Talks at the Cantor Stanford. Call 650-736-0324. www.stan Arts Center Talk two of a four-talk sci- fordjazz.org ence series. Dr. Robert Robbins, Director Bobby Hutcherson Quartet Bobby of Stanford’s Cardiovascular Institute, will Hutcherson, vibraphone; Joe Gilman, discuss recent advances in heart surgery. piano; Glen Richman, bass; Eddie Mar-

NOTICE OF VACANCY ON THE PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR TWO, FOUR- The counties of San Mateo and YEAR TERMS ENDING JULY 31, 2011 The counties of San Mateo and (Term of Lippert) Santa Clara have always stood for NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council is seeking imaginationimagination andand innovation.innovation. SoSo whenwhen applications from persons interested in a four-year term ending itit camecame toto dreamingdreaming upup waysways toto betterbetter July 31, 2011. serveserve thethe region,region, wewe imaginedimagined aa Eligibility Requirements: Composed of seven members who are not Council Members, officers, or employees of the City, and who new way forward for ourselves. are residents of the City of Palo Alto. Regular meetings are at TheThis January,new Silicon the Valley new SiliconCommunity Valley 7:00 p.m. on the second and last Wednesdays of each month. FoundationCommunity openedFoundation its doors opens in its Duties: The Planning and Transportation Commission’s primary duties include: a) Preparing and making recommendations to January,doors, following following the the merger merger of of the City Council on the City’s Comprehensive Plan regarding Peninsula Community Foundation and development, public facilities, and transportation in Palo Alto; INTRODUCING THE NEW b) Considering and making recommendations to the City Council Communityand Community Foundation Foundation Silicon Silicon Valley. on zoning map and zoning ordinance changes; c) Reviewing and SILICON VALLEY making recommendations to the City Council on subdivisions and TheValley. new The foundation new foundation combines combines more appeals on variances and use permits; and d) Considering other policies and programs affecting development and land use in Palo COMMUNITY FOUNDATION thanmore $1.7 than billion $1.5 billion in assets in assets with a with Alto for final City Council action. pricelessa priceless portfolio portfolio of of expertise expertise and and Appointment information and application forms are available from experienceexperience-in – in turn turn creating creating a acatalyst the City Clerk’s Office, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto (Phone: 650-329-2571) or may be obtained on the website at http:// catalystfor change for greaterchange thangreater the than sum the of www.cityofpaloalto.org/clerk/planning.html sumits parts. of its Imagine parts. Imagine that. that. Deadline for receipt of applications in the City Clerk’s Office is 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 6, 2007. If the incumbent does not reap- ply, the deadline will be extended to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, www.siliconvalleycf.org July 11, 2007. 650.358.9369 | 408.278.2200 DONNA J. ROGERS, City Clerk PALO ALTO RESIDENCY IS A REQUIREMENT.

Page 28 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Goings On shall, drums. Saturday, July 7, 8 p.m. $40 Call 725-5317 . museum.stanford.edu/ hybrid forms of traditional and modern Alto. Call 329-2134. www.cityofpaloalto. Club,” “Notes on a Scandal,” “Music & general Campbell Recital Hall, 541 La- news_room/Tuareg.html processes. Mon.-Sat., through June 30. org/library/kids-teens Lyrics” and “The Painted Veil”. July 2-30, suen Mall, Stanford. Call 650-736-0324. Bare Witness: Photographs by Gordon Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-3 Preschool Storytime For children ages 1-3 p.m. $1 members, $2 non-members. www.stanfordjazz.org Parks Exhibition featuring 73 photo- p.m. Free. Pacific Art League, 668 Ramo- 3-5. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Main Library, 1213 PV Inc Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Brown Bag Concert Series Motordude graphs that were selected by the artist na St., Palo Alto. www.pacificartleague. Newell Road, Palo Alto. Call 329-2134. Menlo Park. Call 650-326-2025. www. Zydeco. Thu., July 12, 12-1 p.m. Free. African American photographer, film- org www.cityofpaloalto.org/library/kids- peninsulavolunteers.org Cogswell Plaza, Lytton and Ramona maker, and author Gordon Parks. Hours: Stained Glass by Judy Miller Memo- teens Occupation 101: Voices of the Silenced St., Palo Alto. Call 650-463-4940. www. Wed.-Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thu., 11 a.m.- rial retrospective exhibit of stained-glass Story Time with Karen Beaumont High- Majority Documentary film on the cur- cityofpaloalto.org/concerts 8 p.m. March 21-July 1. Free. Cantor Arts pieces by the late Palo Alto artist Judy energy story time with Karen Beaumont. rent and historical root causes of the Is- City of Mountain View Summer Sounds Center, 328 Lomita Dr., Stanford. Call Miller, along with works in oil by Cherryl Sun., July 1, 11:30 a.m. Free. Kepler’s raeli-Palestinian conflict. Occupation 101 The Bell Brothers perform a blend of 723-3469. museum.stanford.edu Pape, acrylics by Szn Kraft and photog- Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. presents an analysis of the facts and hid- country and roots rock. Thu., July 12, Keeble and Shuchat Photography An ex- raphy by Jean Slocum. April 22-July 31. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com den truths surrounding the conflict. Tue., 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Cuesta Park, Mountain hibit of travel photography by Terry Shu- Visitors must call and make an appoint- Toddler Storytime For children ages 18 July 10, 8 p.m. : $5 to $10 (sliding scale View. www.mountainview.gov/ chat featuring photographs from Brugge, ment to view the exhibit. Free. Sheridan months-3 years. Fridays, 10 a.m. Mitchell suggested donation). First Baptist Church EPAK Chamber Music Concert The Belgium and Cologne, Germany. Back Apartments, 360 Sheridan Ave., Palo Park Library, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo of Palo Alto, 305 N. California Ave., Palo East Palo Alto Kids Foundation invites home in California there are photographs Alto. Call 473-1179. Alto. Call 329-2134. www.cityofpaloalto. Alto. Call 650-326-8837. www.Peaceand you to a free concert. “Yasuko Hattori from the central coast and the Sequoias. org/library/kids-teens Justice.org and Friends.” Chamber music by Vivaldi, The images are on display in The Gallery. Family and Kids Stanford Summer Theater Film Series Gardening Fun for the Family Toddler Storytime For children ages 18 Mozart, and Schubert Violin soloist Ya- Through July 10, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Keeble UCCE Free eight-week film series focusing on Master Gardeners invite families to tour months-3 years. Mondays, 10 and 11 suko Hattori was a member of the Tokyo & Shuchat Photography, 290 California a.m. Main Library, 1213 Newell Road, this year’s Stanford Summer Theater Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra and a Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-327-8996. www. their demo garden and participate in ac- theme “Africa on stage.” Through Aug. tivities delving into the science, art and Palo Alto. Call 329-2134. www.cityofpalo member of the San Francisco Symphony kspphoto.com alto.org/library/kids-teens 13, 7-10 p.m. Free; open to public. Cub- from 1982 to 2000. Sat., June 30, 7:30-9 Look How Things Have Changed! In the joy of gardening. Master Gardeners will berley Auditorium (School of Education), lead activities in arts and crafts, math Wacky Wednesday: “It’s A Mystery” p.m. Free Palo Alto Cultural Center, 1313 1930s, the pace of change accelerated “Peter Wing will have you scratching your Stanford University, Stanford. summer Newell Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-218- dramatically. While the nation struggled and science to encourage gardeners of theater.stanford.edu all ages. Sat., July 7, 10-11 a.m. Free. Palo heads while trying to solve mysterious 9914. www.epak.org with the Depression, electrification en- stories. You’ll be puzzling over mysteri- Wednesday movies at Little House veloped almost every aspect of everyday Alto Demonstration Garden, 851 Center The July movies in the auditorium will Kurt Rosenwinkel Group Mark Turner, Drive, Palo Alto. mastergardeners.org ous signs and symbols as well as hot and saxophone; Kurt Rosenwinkel, guitar; life. After World War II, change was even be: “Swan Lake,” “Romeo & Juliet” and Musical Storytime cold leads as you try to put the pieces Aaron Parks, piano; Joe Martin, bass; more rapid. From entertainment to trans- A half-hour of sing- “Bizet’s ‘Carmen’. July 11-25, 1-3 p.m. a-longs and stories for the whole fam- together.” Sponsored by the Friends of Jochen Rueckert, drums. Friday, June portation, laundry room to living room, the Palo Alto Library. Wednesday, July $1 members, $2 non-members. PV Inc 29, 8 p.m. $36 general Campbell Recital nothing was the same. Fri.-Sun., June 16 ily. Through August 8, 4-4:30 p.m. Free Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station 11, 3:30-4:15 p.m. Free. Downtown Li- Hall, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. Call 650- - Nov. 4. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Museum of brary, 270 Forest Ave, Palo Alto. Call Park. Call 650-326-2025. www.peninsu 736-0324. www.stanfordjazz.org American Heritage, 351 Homer Ave., Palo Lane, Atherton. Call 650-328-2422 . lavolunteers.org www.smcl.org 329-2205. Lou Donaldson Quartet Lou Donaldson, Alto. Call 650-321-1004. www.moah.org Preschool Storytime alto saxophone; Dr. Lonnie Smith, organ; Printmakers of Pacific Art League An For children ages Film Randy Johnston, guitar; Fukushi Taina- exhibition of linocut, etching and mono- 3-5. Wednesdays, 11 a.m. College Ter- Monday Movies at Little House The July ka, drums. Saturday, June 30, 8 p.m. type works features local printmakers. race Library, 2300 Wellesley St., Palo movies in the Auditorium will be “The Last $36 general Dinkelspiel Auditorium, 471 The artists have created works using King of Scotland,” “The Boynton Beach (continued on next page) Lagunita Drive, Stanford. Call 650-736- 0324. www.stanfordjazz.org Melody of China: Young Composers Series Melody of China, the Chinese music ensemble, performs new works by up-and-coming Bay Area composers. They present new and traditional music on traditional Chinese instruments. Led by Hong Wang and Yangqin Zhao, the concert features works by: Alan Chan, Eric Myers, Albert Chang and Bik Lee. Sat., July 7, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $12 students/ seniors $15 general. Community School of Music and Art, Finn Center, 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View. Call 415- 640-9825. www.melodyofchina.org St. Lawrence String Quartet As part of their annual Chamber Music Seminar, the quartet musicians will perform music with friends and seminar adjunct faculty. Works will be announced from the stage. Friday, June 29, 12:15 p.m. Free. Dinkel- spiel Auditorium, 471 Lagunita Dr., Stan- ford. Call 650-723-2720. music.stanford. edu/Events/calendar.html Twilight Concert Series Luce. Tue., July 10, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. California Ave., Palo Alto. Call 650-463-4940. www.cityof paloalto.org/concerts Dance Ballroom Dancing The waltz will be taught. Lessons for beginning and in- termediate levels, no experience and no partner necessary. Singles & couples welcome. Free refreshments. Dressy ca- sual attire. Fri., June 29, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. $7. Cubberley Community Center Pavil- ion, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-856-9930. www.readybyte. com/fridaynightdance Congolese Dance Class The class is lead by Muisi-kongo Malonga. Class is accompanied by live drumming by drum- mers Constant Massengo and Raphael Matingou. All Levels welcome. Sundays, June 10 through July 15, 3:30-5 p.m. $12. Cubberley Dance Studio, 4000 Middle- field Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-814-8213. www.congorhythms.org Live Music /Contra Dance Caller: Eric Black. Band: Celtic Junket (Pat Ryan, Morgan Meadow, Tawnya Kovach). A traditional form of American social folk dance. Sat., June 30, 7:30-11 p.m. $5 students; $8 Members; $10 Non Mem- bers. 1st United Methodist Church of PA Fellowship Hall 2F, 625 Hamilton Ave. & Byron St., Palo Alto. Call 650-965-9169. Www.BACDS.org/NEWCOMERS Exhibits Art of Being Tuareg: Sahara Nomads in a Modern World An exhibit on Tuareg art, culture, and history. Features more than 200 objects, including jewelry, cloth- ing, leatherwork, and other distinctive items of these semi-nomadic North Af- rican people of Niger, Mali, and Algeria. Wed.-Sun., through Sept. 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Stanford Cantor Arts Center, Lomita Dr. and Museum Way, Stanford.

Palo Alto Weekly • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Page 29 Goings On (continued from previous page) Campbell Recital Hall, Braun Music Cen- Pentimento Jazz Mike Bastian’s Pen- “The Pale Pink Dragon” Bring a picnic and her sister were shaped into stars Health ter, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. Call 650- timento Jazz Trio. Live, no cover. Sun., dinner or buy BBQ food from the Friends by their overbearing stage mother. Per- CBHP Open House “Do you have ques- 736-0324. www.stanfordjazz.org July 1, 6-9 p.m. No cover. Lavanda, 185 of the Children’s Theatre and enjoy an formed by high school & college mem- tions about breast cancer? Do you under- Margie Baker Wednesdays, 7:30-10:30 University Ave., Palo Alto. outdoor live play. Doors to “Secret Gar- bers of the Wingspread summer stock stand your diagnosis? Are you exploring p.m. Singer Margie Baker performs live. Record Release Show at The Jungle Bay den” open at 5:45 p.m., play begins at company. June 29-30 at 7:30 p.m.; July treatment options?” Each week a doctor Free. Cafe Fino, 544 Emerson St., Palo Area band Make Amends will release its 6:30 p.m. June 19-23 and 26-29, 6:30- 1 at 2:30 p.m.; July 6-7 at 7:30 p.m. $8 from a different breast cancer specialty Alto. Call 326-6082. www.maddalenas full-length album. Also playing, Art & Ran- 7:30 p.m. $8 adults/$4 children. Palo Alto Adult, $4 Child. Palo Alto Children’s The- and a therapist are available to address restaurant.com/ som, Trampolines and BxF. This is an all Children’s Theatre, Magic Castle Stage, atre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. medical questions and concerns. Every Maria Marquez Quintet Maria Marquez, -ages show. Fri., June 29, 7:15-11 p.m. 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call Call 650-463-4930. Thursday evening. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. vocals; Rich Kuhns, accordion/piano/ Free. The Jungle, 542 High St., Palo Alto. 650-463-4970. Pew Players Presents “Museum” Tina Community Breast Health Project, 390 keyboard; Andre Bush, acoustic/electric Call 650-326-7622. "Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids" Bring Howe’s satire of the modern art world Cambridge Ave., Palo Alto. www.cbhp. guitar; Dan Feiszli, upright bass; Dave a picnic dinner or buy BBQ food from takes place on the final day of a show by org Flores, percussion/drums. Fri., July 13. 8 On Stage the Friends of the Children’s Theatre three fictitious contemporary American Health Services Blood pressure screen- p.m. $14-28 Campbell Recital Hall, Braun “A Little Princess” Peninsula Youth The- and view an outdoor live play. Doors to artists in a major museum. Throughout ing with Registered Nurse Nualan Shaw. Music Center, 541 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. atre will present a musical adaptation of Secret Garden open at 5:45. July 5-7 & the day, some forty people walk through Second Tuesdays, noon-2 p.m. Free. Call 650-736-0324. www.stanfordjazz. Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic novel 10-14, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $8 Adult, $4 Child the show. The play is about the move- Little House, 800 Middle Ave., Menlo org “A Little Princess” July 6-15. Showtimes Palo Alto Children’s Theatre Magic Castle ment and yearnings of these people. Sat., Park. Call 326-2025. www.peninsulavol Pentimento Jazz Mike Bastian’s Pen- are 7:30 p.m. July 6 and 11; 2 and 7:30 Stage, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. June 30 and Sun., June 1, 7:30 p.m. $15/ unteers.org timento Jazz Trio. Contemporary jazz p.m. July 7 and 14; 4 p.m. July 8 and 15; Call 650-463-4930. www.city.palo-alto. person, $10/student. All Saints’ Episcopal standards performed live. Through July and 1 and 7:30 p.m. July 12 and 13. $10- ca.us/community-services/theater-index. Church - Parish Hall, 555 Waverley St., Live Music $16 Cubberley Community Center The- html Palo Alto. www.asaints.org Alan Broadbent Trio Alan Broadbent, 13, 6-9 p.m. Free. Caffe Riace, 200 Sheri- atre, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. "Gypsy" Gypsy relates the real-life story "Space is Blue (and the birds fly in it)" piano; Putter Smith, bass; Kendall Kay, dan Ave., Palo Alto. www.cafferiace.com www.pytnet.org of how burlesque star Gypsy Rose Lee Gregory Meyer’s script dwells on the link drums. Sat., July 14. 8 p.m. $18-36 between scientific truth and human expe- rience, as a self-styled “family” of loners, related by friendship but not by blood, struggles over the fate of a brilliant child. This marks the Pear’s 6th world premiere. June 29-July 15, 8 p.m. $10 - $25. The Pear Avenue Theatre, 1220 Pear Ave. Unit K, Mountain View. Call 650-254-1148. Small Buildings for Sale www.thepear.org TheatreWorks presents “The Elephant The ineyard Man” TheatreWorks opens its 38th sea- Convenient Mountain View Location son with a revival of Tony Award-winning V play “The Elephant Man.” Robert Kelley directs. Weds., June 20 through Sun. July 15, Tue.-Wed.,7:30 p.m., Thu. through Sat, 8 p.m.; Sun, 2,7 p.m. $20-56 The- Prices Range From $425,000 to $1,149,000 atreWorks at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., A TYPICAL OFFICE SUITE Mountain View. www.theatreworks.org 475 Whisman, Suite 300 Outdoors Escape to the Shade Join docents Mari- lyn and Bill Bauriedel, and Tommi and N 1251 SQUARE FEET Strether Smith on a 7-mile tour through N LOBBY & CONFERENCE ROOM the Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve. Climb through chapar- N 2 PVT OFFICES 1 CONFERENCE RM ral in the morning and descend through N SPACE FOR 3 WORKSTATIONS a redwood and Douglas fir forest in the afternoon. Meet at the Higgins-Purisima N KITCHENETTE W/SINK & FRIDGE entrance. Sat., July 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. N BREAK AREA & BATHROOM Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space CARPETING AND DROPPED CEILING Preserve. www.openspace.org N Hike For Discovery Information Meet- N FULLY AIR CONDITIONED ing The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Hike for Discovery program prepares AS SHOWN people to hike some of the world’s natural $512,374 wonders while raising money for cancer (Furniture, work stations, research. Sat., June 30, 10-11 a.m. Free. office equipment not included) Compadres Restaurant, 3877 El Camino Real, Palo Alto. Call 408-271-CURE. Design Your Own Space Plan! www.hikefordiscovery.org CONCEPTUAL SPACE PLAN Seniors Feldenkrais: Private Lessons A one-to- • An Exclusive Community for Business and Professionals one hands-on interaction designed to meet the needs of the individual. Mon- • 425-495 Whisman Road (near Ellis St. off ramp from hwy 101) days, through Dec. 31, 1:30-3:15 p.m. $18 for 30-minutes. Avenidas, 450 Bryant • 1118-8000+ square feet St., Palo Alto. Call 289-5423. Nutrition Talks: Pathways to Health • 90% financing available Friday talks about nutrition: Plan meals based on new food pyramid; Read food labels; Identify foods that are low in sugar, fat and salt. Maria Kwok, R.D., Food & Clinical Nutrition Supervisor, Kaiser Per- manente Hospital, San Francisco. Fridays through Sept. 1. 9-11 p.m. Avenidas, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call 650-289- 5423. Nutrition Counseling: One-to-One 45- minute individual counseling session to help with specific dietary needs. Through Sept. 1, $10. Avenidas, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Special Events 4th of July Parade & Celebration City of Menlo Park’s 4th of July Parade & Cel- ebration. The parade will go from down- town Menlo Park to Burgess Park. All ages are encouraged to come decorated and participate in the parade. The 4th of July Celebration will follow at Burgess Park. Wed., July 4, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free ($5 for some activities). Burgess Park, 700 Alma St., Menlo Park. Call 650- Contact Exclusive Agents 330-2200. www.menlopark.org First Friday Art Walk Reception at Fire KEVIN CUNNINGHAM RICK BELL House Gallery Meet photographer D. www.TheVineyardMV.com Cichon, recent first prize winner in Palo 650.688.8521 408.982.8428 Alto Weekly’s photo contest, and view her [email protected] [email protected] latest body of work of images that capture views of Mono Lake, Death Valley and the Amargosa Opera House. The exhibit con- tinues through July 25. Refreshments will ONLY 9 UNITS LEFT! be served at a reception. Fri., July 6, 5-8 p.m. Free. Fire House Gallery, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call 650-289-5430.

Page 30 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly Sports BASEBALL ROUNDUP Veteran coach Shorts AWARD WINNNER . . . Atherton is hoping for resident Jackie Nguyen, a 2007 graduate from UCLA, has been awarded one of 58 post-gradu- proper sendoff ate scholarships ($7,500) by the NCAA. Nguyen was one of 15 track and field athletes across McGregor has Babe Ruth team the country to receive one of the primed to defend its Palo Alto scholarships and was the only woman on the West Coast to City title before he leaves area receive the honor. Nguyen was by Keith Peters a 2004 All-American in the pole eil McGregor is counting the days until he vault and ranks fifth all-time in takes a summer vacation unlike any other in Bruin history with a mark of 13- N his lifetime. 7 1/4. The Castilleja graduate When McGregor packs his bags and heads for the was slated to compete at the Midwest in a few weeks, it’ll be for good. A new life NCAA Championships earlier this and lifestyle in Oklahoma awaits the longtime local month, but an injury forced her baseball coach. to cut her season short. While at “It’s time for a change,” McGregor said Tuesday UCLA, Nguyen earned numer- before his Alhouse-King Realty team defeated Old ous academic accolades as she Pro, 4-0, in the semifinals of the Palo Alto Babe constantly maintained a high GPA Ruth City Tournament at Baylands Athletic Center. while studying Physiological Sci- “It’s a good time to make the move. I was getting ence. The NCAA awarded the ready to retire from being a mechanic and the real post-graduate scholarships to 29 estate prices are crazy around here.” male and 29 female student-ath- McGregor found a nice little 160-acre ranch in letes in all three NCAA divisions Crescent, Okla., some 30 miles outside of Oklahoma who participated in spring sports City. There’s a new house on the property, a stable, this academic year. barn, shop and arena to show horses — something McGregor’s wife, Shelly, is planning to do. SOCCER NOTES . . . The Palo The town of Crescent, population of around 1,000, Alto Storm, a girls’ U-13 CYSA probably has more animal life than human life. Class III team, is looking for a “And we’re taking two horses and three dogs, so goalkeeper for the upcoming we’re increasing that number,” McGregor joked. season. Those interested must McGregor’s daughter, Kristin, is in the Oklahoma be born after 8-1-94. For a tryout, City area finishing up a degree and will be wed call 740-7812 . . . The Stanford next year. McGregor’s youngest son, Rob (one of Typhoons, a U-12 (born after July his assistant coaches), may accompany his dad on 31, 1995) girls’ CYSA Class I team the trip. is looking for players for this fall. “He will try it for a month or two,” said McGregor, For more information: www.stan- “but my guess is that he’ll end up back here living fordsoccerclub.org or abmaha- with his brother (Jeff).” [email protected]. The town of Crescent does have a high school with a new baseball field, but McGregor isn’t planning on SUMMER CAMPS . . . The returning to coaching just yet. It may depend on how school year is quickly coming to quiet things get. an end, which means it’s time for Keith Peters The town’s claim to fame may date to 1974 when summer camps. Palo Alto High Karen Silkwood died under mysterious circum- coaches Peter Diepenbrock stances while reportedly gathering evidence of poor and Scott Peters will be hosting safety standards at Kerr-McGee’s plutonium produc- camps throughout the summer Veteran Palo Alto baseball coach Neil McGregor was all smiles on Tuesday as his Alhouse- tion plant in Crescent. A Hollywood movie (“Silk- for boys and girls. The camps be- King team advanced to the finals of the Palo Alto Babe Ruth City Tournament finals. (continued on page 33) gin each Monday and run through early August. For more informa- STANFORD SWIMMING YOUTH ROUNDUP tion call Diepenbrock at 714-1522 or go to www.paloaltobasket- ballschool.com . . . Palo Alto vol- leyball will be hosting a camp for Plenty of swim Gunn’s Trainer tops girls in the seventh through ninth grades (as of fall 2007). The camp showdowns set for the local golf field runs July 23-26 from 6-8:30 p.m. Paly varsity coach Dave Winn will lead the camp. Information on the Santa Clara meet for U.S. Publinx camp and registration form can by Rick Eymer by Rick Eymer be found at: http://eteamz.active. tanford grad Tara Kirk may get her rematch unn High junior Martin Trainer can expect com/palyvolleyball. with world recordholder Leisel Jones of Aus- clear, 80-degree weather when he travels to S tralia in the 100 breast on Saturday. Stanford G the Cantigny Golf Course in Wheaton, Ill., COACHING CORNER . . . Palo grad Ben Wildman-Tobriner can continue to show for a tournament beginning July 9. Thunderstorms Alto High is looking for junior var- his ability in the 50 free on the same day. are expected to hit the area next week. sity water polo coaches (boys and Kirk and Wildman-Tobriner are among the high- Whatever the weather he faces, Trainer probably girls) for the fall season. Contact lighters at the Santa Clara International meet which won’t mind. The trip to the Midwest represents a suc- Paly AD Earl Hansen at 329-3886 continues through Sunday at the George Haines In- cessful two rounds of golf on Monday at the Coyote . . . Castilleja is looking for a var- ternational Swim Center. Creek Golf Club in San Jose. sity tennis coach for the fall sea- The meet is the fifth stop on the Toyota Grand Prix Shooting rounds of 67 and 69 on the Valley Course son. Contact AD Jez McIntosh at series and comes a week after the Pan Pacific Invi- to not only qualify for the U.S. Men’s Amateur Public 470-7830 . . . Pinewood is looking tational at Stanford’s Avery Aquatic Center. That’s Links national championship, Trainer earned medal- for a girls’ head volleyball coach. where Jones and Kirk swam an incredibly competi- ist honors with his total of 136. Stanford junior Dan- Please contact AD Matt Stimson tive 100-meter breast, with Jones out touching Kirk, iel Lim, who finished four strokes behind Trainer, at 941-6044 or mstimson@pine- 1:07.27 to 1:07.62. also qualified for the national championships. wood.edu. Jones holds the world record in the 200 breast Paul Trainer Menlo School grad Colin Peck shot rounds of 69 (2:20.54), while Kirk won four straight NCAA and 75 to finish in a fifth-place tie at the sectional SPORTS ONLINE titles in the 100-yard breast and is the No. 2 all- qualifying tournament. Portola Valley resident John For expanded daily coverage of college time American swimmer in the 100-meter breast at Miller finished with a 180. Both failed to qualify. and prep sports, please see our online 1:06.82. Gunn junior Martin Trainer has two big Trainer, meanwhile, knows winning; he’s been near edition at www.PaloAltoOnline.com (continued on page 34) tourneys coming up. 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DISTRICT 52 LITTLE LEAGUE ALL-STAR ROSTERS DISTRICT 52 MAJORS 10-11 ALL-STAR TOURNEY Hosted by San Carlos Little League (All games at Highland Park, N. Field)

PALO ALTO NATIONAL 12s Jorden Cano, Matt Christ, Daniel PA NATIONAL SUPER BOWL (11-12) SATURDAY THURSDAY Clay Carey, Kirby Gee, Owen Lew- Erlich, Jack Jaffe, Joe Kelmon, Raviv Dylan Cambridge, Ryan Deslauri- Game 1: San Mateo American vs. Game 15: Game 11 loser vs. Game is, David Oyer, Austin Poore, Math- Levins, Aiden Lonsky, Arjun Parikh, ers, Brandon Douty, Max Eberhart, Belmont-Redwood Shores, 8 a.m. 12 loser, 4:30 p.m. ias Schmutz, Grant Shorin, Jimmy Adin Roskoph, Kevin Sharp, Chris Nicholas Fortenza, Andrew Frick, Alec Game 2: Palo Alto National vs. Game 16: Game 10 loser vs. Game Smale, Peter Verheecke, Nick Wells, Smith. Furrier, Kenny Jones, Andy Katznel- Jack Witte, Alec Wong. Manager: David Siegel. son, Scott Peery, Nicholas Sullivan, Redwood City National, 10:15 a.m. 9 loser, 7 p.m. Manager: Todd Lewis. Coaches: Austin Erlich, Gary Arun Varma. Game 3: Hillsborough vs. High- FRIDAY, JULY 6 landers, 12:30 p.m. Coaches: Russell Poore. Sharp, Tup Fisher. Manager: Rob Cambridge. Game 17: Game 10 winner vs. Coaches: Peter Sullivan. Game 4: Palo Alto American vs. Game 12 winner, 4:30 p.m. Half Moon Bay, 2:45 p.m. PALO ALTO AMERICAN 12s ALPINE/WEST MENLO 10-11s Game 18: Game 9 winner vs. Game 5: Alpine vs. Menlo-Ather- Game 11 winner, 7 p.m. Alex Beroza, Issac Feldstein, EJ Adam Yecies, Bradley Knox, Brian PA AMERICAN SUPER BOWL (11- Floreal, Andre Guzman, Justin Grey, Jaggers, Carson Kelley, Charlie Boy- 12) ton, 5 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 7 Khalil Johnson, Khalid Johnson, Chris den, Charlie Cain, Christian Kurtela, Dylan Arsac-Ellison, Jason Bri- Game 6: Foster City vs. Pacifica Game 19: Game 13 winner vs. Christopher Lee, Drew Matthews, Rea, Gilbert Simonetti, Ben Samp- gel, Oko Best, Bret Byrne, Michael American, 7:15 p.m. Game 15 winner, 10 a.m. son, Nick Sinchek, Danny Wallace, George Purtell, Landon Baty, Mi- Halimek, Michael Jorgensen, Ar- SUNDAY Game 20: Jon Wong. chael Diekroeger, Michael Tinsley, thur Rogers, Ramsey Salamar, Gen Game 14 winner vs. Ryan Galvin. Game 7: Foster City-Pacifica Game 16 winner, 12:30 p.m. Manager: Ed Rea Murphy Shigematsu, Adam Erbasik, Adam Young. American loser vs. Palo Alto Ameri- SUNDAY, JULY 8 Coaches: Russ Sampson, Steve can-Half Moon Bay loser, 9 a.m. Sinchek. PALO ALTO NATIONAL 9-10s Manager: Scott Best. Game 21: Game 19 winner vs. Jack Anderson, Galen Byrd, Griffin Coaches: Joe Urbasik, Patrick El- Game 8: Hillsborough-Highland- Game 17 loser, 10 a.m. ers loser vs. Alpine/Menlo-Atherton Cool, Joseph Kadifa, Isaac Kasevich, lison. Game 22: Game 20 winner vs. ALPINE/WEST MENLO 11-12s loser, 11:30 a.m. Jack Krasnow, Philip Lewis, Mat- Game 18 loser, 12:30 p.m. Adam Greenstein, Chase McQuil- thew Lewis, Owen Plambeck, Chris ALPINE/W. MENLO SUPER BOWL Game 9: San Mateo National vs. lan, Colin Lockareef, Dominic And- Skokowski, Will Snodgrass, Owen MONDAY, JULY 9 (Majors) Belmont RS-San Mateo American righetto, Eric Bet, Jake Rachleff, Luke Staiger, Kenta Yanagisawa. Game 23: Game 18 winner Thomas, Max Krieg, Nick Lange, Kyle Kosling, Michael Degnan, Pat- winner, 2 p.m. Manager: Pete Anderson. vs.Game 17 winner, 4:30 p.m. Shane Artim, Tabor Edwards, Thom- rick Tinsley, James Kollar-Gasiewski, Game 10: San Carlos vs. Redwood as Kaheli, Zach Jones, Duke Moran, Coaches: Kevin Cool, Greg Snod- Michael Fraser, Craig McGrouther, City National-Palo Alto National win- Game 24: Game 21 winner vs. Will Cabral. grass. Peter Quinby, Tom Flippen, Justin ner, 4:30 p.m. Game 22 winner, 7 p.m. Austin, James Tedesco, Joey Alftin, MONDAY TUESDAY, JULY 10 PALO ALTO NATIONAL 11s ALPINE/WEST MENLO 9-10s Tyler Norwood, Zachary Churukian, Game 25: Taylor Oliver. Game 11: Hillsborough-Highland- Skyler Anderson, Jack Cleasby, Matthew Baszucki, Brian Cog- ers winner vs. Alpine/Menlo-Atherton Game 24 winner vs. Game 23 los- James Foug, Jamie Hayward, Jacob gins, Kodiak Conrad, Brad Degnan, winner, 4:30 p.m. er, 5:30 p.m. Hoffman, Alvin Kim, Austin Kron, Con- Will Johnston, Cameron Kirkpatrick, ALPINE/W. MENLO SUPER BOWL Game 12: Foster City-Pacifica WEDNEDAY, JULY 11 nor Scheel, Clark Schmutz, Jordan Jordan Long, Jared Lucian, Mitch- (Minors) Scott, Kyle Stewart, Michael Strong, ell Martella, Leo McCabe, Matthew Neil Schott, Justin Harmon, Ga- American winner vs. Palo Alto Ameri- Game 26: Game 23 winner vs. Rowan Thompson, Kevin Tracy. McGarry, Will Richardson, Jordan briel McLarnan, Greg Ramies, Hunter can-Half Moon Bay winner, 7 p.m. Game 25 winner (championship Riches, Thomas Suesser. Manager: Jimmy Brown. Sevy, Trevor Hernstadt, Grant Hen- TUESDAY game), 5:30 p.m. Manager: Dave Denier. ninger, Nick Oliver, Chris Scherm, Coaches: Ted Tracy, Jeff Scheel. Game 13: Game 7 winner vs. THURSDAY, JULY 12 Coaches: Jeff Degnan, Guy Lucian, Miles McCann Robinson, Connor Game 1 loser, 4:30 p.m. Game 27: Challenge champion- Mark Martella. Hegarty, Andrew Wilkinson, Matt Wil- PALO AMERICAN 11s liams, Danny Draeger. Game 14: Game 8 winner vs. ship game (if necessary), 5:30 p.m. Game 2 loser, 7 p.m.

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sary, will follow at 8 p.m. Baseball roundup ATV advanced with a 5-4 victory DISTRICT 52 MAJORS 11-12 ALL-STAR TOURNAMENT (continued from page 31) over Corium in Tuesday’s elimina- Hosted by Belmont/Redwood Shores (All games at Marina Field) wood’) later was made, starring tion game. ATV had a 5-1 lead be- Meryl Streep in the lead role. fore Corium rallied in the seventh. SATURDAY THURSDAY, JULY 5 winner, 5:30 p.m. McGregor knows only that the It took a precise relay from left field Game 1: Pacifica American vs. Belmont- Game 13: Game 7 loser vs. Game 8 TUESDAY, JULY 10 area is laid back and the people are to shortstop TJ Braff, who gunned RS, 9 a.m. loser, 5:30 p.m. Game 25: Game 20 winner vs. Game 21 friendly. There are more tractors on a runner down at home to preserve Game 2: San Mateo American vs. Palo FRIDAY, JULY 6 winner, 5:30 p.m. the roads than Mercedes, Porsches the win. Alto National, 11:30 a.m. Game 14: Game 2 winner vs. Game 3 WEDNESDAY, JULY 11 or BMWs. McGregor, in fact, al- McGregor can think of only one Game 3: Hillsborough vs. Half Moon winner, 5:30 p.m. Game 26: Game 22 winner vs. Game 23 ready has increased the local tractor time when the undefeated team was Bay, 2 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 7 winner, 5:30 p.m. population by one. Game 4: Redwood City National vs. Al- Game 15: Game 4 winner vs. Game 5 THURSDAY, JULY 12 beaten twice to lose the city title. pine, 4:30 p.m. While Oklahoma beckons in a winner, 9 a.m. Game 27: Game 24 winner vs. Game 22 That’s when the Ed Rea-coached Game 5: Foster City vs. Highlanders, 7 few weeks, there are a few chores Badgers beat Rick Farr’s Tigers. Game 16: Game 6 winner vs. Game 7 loser, 5:30 p.m. p.m. winner, 11:30 a.m. remaining for McGregor in Palo Rea is now the scorekeeper for FRIDAY, JULY 13 SUNDAY Game 17: Alto. First up is defending his city McGregor and Farr, one of Mc- Game 8 winner vs. Game 9 Game 28: Game 25 winner vs. Game 17 Game 6: Menlo-Atherton vs. Palo Alto winner, 2 p.m. loser, 5:30 p.m. Babe Ruth title and then it’s helping Gregor’s assistants, also will co- American, 9 a.m. Game 18: Game 10 winner vs. Game 9 SATURDAY, JULY 14 coach the Palo Alto Babe Ruth 13- coach the 13-year-old all-star team Game 7: Pacifica National vs. Raven- loser, 4:30 p.m. Game 29: Game 27 winner vs. Game year-old all-star team next month in swood, 11:30 a.m. with McGregor. Game 19: Game 11 winner vs. Game 23 loser, 9 a.m. the District 6 Tournament at McK- Game 8: San Mateo National vs. Red- 14 loser, 7 p.m. Rea’s son, Jon, was the winning Game 30: Game 28 winner vs. Game 26 wood City American, 2 p.m. elvey Park in Mountain View. pitcher Tuesday. He twirled a five- SUNDAY, JULY 8 loser, 11:30 a.m. McGregor is finishing his 13th Game 9: San Carlos vs. Pacifica Ameri- hitter, taking a no-hitter into the Game 20: Game 12 winner vs. Game SUNDAY, JULY 15 season of Babe Ruth coaching and can/Belmont-RS winner, 4:30 p.m. 15 loser, 9 a.m. fifth after retiring the first nine bat- Game 31: Game 29 winner vs. Game 30 Game 10: Game 1 loser vs. Game 2 has a chance to leave on a high note. ters he faced. Rea allowed a leadoff Game 21: Game 13 winner vs. Game 16 winner, 11 a.m. loser, 7 p.m. loser, 11:30 a.m. His Alhouse-King Realty team won walk in the fourth and another lead- MONDAY, JULY 16 MONDAY Game 22: Game 14 winner vs. Game 15 last season, McGregor’s first city ti- off walk in the fifth before Timothy Game 32: Game 26 winner vs. Game 31 Game 11: Game 3 loser vs. Game 4 winner, 2 p.m. tle, and the squad is primed to make Benton ended the no-hit bid with a winner for championship, 5:30 p.m. loser, 5:30 p.m. Game 23: Game 16 winner vs. Game 17 it two straight on Friday night. single. TUESDAY, JULY 17 TUESDAY winner, 4:30 p.m. “We’ve got to be beaten twice, so “He’s pitched a lot more than I Game 33: Challenge game if undefeated Game 12: Game 5 loser vs. Game 6 MONDAY, JULY 9 we’re in pretty good shape,” said team in Game 32 loses, 5:30 p.m. thought he would this year,” Mc- loser, 5:30 p.m. McGregor, whose team has won Gregor said of the diminutive Rea. Game 24: Game 18 winner vs. Game 19 seven straight since losing to Old “He’s got everything but size. I York plucked the ball from the catch it. Moran retrieved the ball said Ed Rea, who has seen more Pro, 11-1, on June 6. think a lot of people overlook him air and fired it to second to start a and fired a strike to shortstop Joe than his share of games over the Alhouse-King is undefeated in the because of that.” double play. Rea finished the inning Xavier, who relayed it to York — years. tournament after edging No. 4 seed Rea, however, came up big on with a strikeout, one of four. who was pulled up the third-base Xavier helped Jon Rea get out of Corium International on Monday, Tuesday with the help of three big With Alhouse-King holding a 4-0 line. the inning without allowing a run 2-1, and then shutting down No. 2 defensive plays. lead in the top of the fifth, Old Pro Johnson raced past York, who when he leaped to grab a high chop- seed Old Pro on Tuesday, 4-0. Al- The first came in the second af- put runners on first and second with turned and threw to Rea, who was per off the bat of Matt Martella, house-King will play the winner of ter Alec Haley had walked. Losing one out. Charlie Moran lined a fly covering home. Rea tagged out a flipping to second baseman Matt Thursday’s consolation-bracket fi- pitcher Blake Johnson chopped one ball to center, just over the reach of sliding Johnson to complete a wild Jost for the final out. nal between Old Pro and Advanced in front of the plate. Both Haley and Shane Turner. Both runners froze 8-6-2-1 out. Old Pro got runners at third and Technology Ventures on Friday at Johnson thought the ball was foul, until it was clear Moran couldn’t “I’ve never seen that play before,” 5:30 p.m. A second game, if neces- but Alhouse-King catcher Mike (continued on page 36)

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by Rick Eymer two-time NCAA singles champion. percent helped Granville, who at- ormer Stanford All-American By contrast, Brammer reached the tacked the net repeatedly and con- Laura Granville had a tough quarterfinals of the French Open sistently played aggressively in the F few weeks this season. After before losing to eventual champion match that lasted 1:08, including 40 Wednesday’s 6-1, 6-4 victory over Justine Henin. minutes for the second set. From steaks to burgers to everything 21st-ranked Sybrille Bammer in Granville also beat Brammer in Former Stanford star Anne Kre- for great July 4th grilling the second round of their only other mer lost her first Wimbledon, she’s prob- career meeting. round match, 5-7, – it’s all at Safeway. ably feeling a whole lot Granville also 6-4, 6-3, to Fran- better. has experience cesca Schiavone, Granville dodged the against Hingis, while Stanford rain to advance to the to whom she lost grad Sam War- third round of the Lawn in the first round burg lost to Flo- Tennis Championships of the 2001 U.S. rian Mayer, 6-4, for the first time in four Open after win- 6-2, 6-2, after years. Another victory ning the second winning three and she’ll match her of her collegiate matches to qual- best finish ever at a titles at Stan- ify for the main Grand Slam event. ford. draw. She’ll have to go Laura GranvilleGranville im- Dmitry Tursunov Granville has through Martina Hingis, weather proved to 2-0 against Aleksandra yet to win a title on the WTA Tour permitting, to advance to the fourth Wozniak, whom she beat in the first (she has six career ITF titles) while round. round, 7-6 (4), 6-3. Hingis has won 43 tournaments, and “I’ve been here before and played A first serve success rate of 71 has 522 career victories.■ matches,” The 77th-ranked Gran- ville said. “But playing Hingis, I’ll probably play on one of the bigger courts. It is really an honor to play at any of the Grand Slams.” The 11th-ranked Switzerland resi- dent defeated Aiko Nakamura, 6-1, 6-2, to reach the next round. The former world No.1 Hingis is a five- time Grand Slam champion, includ- ing the 1997 crown at Wimbledon. NOTICE OF VACANCY ON THE PARKS AND RECREATION Because of rain, eight matches COMMISSION FOR AN UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING were stopped in progress, and 10 DECEMBER 31, 2008 were postponed before they began. (Term of Trailer) Former Menlo School standout Dmitry Tursunov won his second- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council is seeking applications round match over Michael Berren, from persons interested in applying for an unexpired term on the Parks 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, on Thursday. Tursu- and Recreation Commission ending December 31, 2008. nov next will play Tommy Haas of Germany. Tursunov is hoping for his Eligibility Requirements: Composed of seven members who shall be third consecutive trip to the fourth appointed by and shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council, but round. who shall not be Council Members, offi cers or employees of the City of Hingis, meanwhile, had a good Palo Alto. Each member of the commission shall have a demonstrated tuneup for Granville. “I think the score was a lot interest in parks, open space and recreation matters. All members of the more than what the match kind of commission shall at all times be residents of the City of Palo Alto. Regular showed,” said Hingis, who beat meetings are at 7:00 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Nakamura by the same score at the Australian Open. “I beat her like Duties: The Parks and Recreation Commission shall advise the City Council that last time we played in Australia. on matters relating to the activities of the Parks and Golf Division and the It was definitely much more difficult Recreation, Open Space and Sciences Division of the Community Services today, especially in the beginning.” Department, excluding daily administrative operations. The commission Hingis has been unable to play shall also advise the City Council on planning and policy matters pertaining since the Sony Ericsson Open at to the goals of and the services provided by the Parks and Golf Division the end of March because of a leg injury. and the Recreation, Open Space and Sciences Division of the Community “I don’t see myself right now as Services Department, review state legislative proposals that may affect a contender,” Hingis said. “It’s an the operation of the Parks and Golf Division and Recreation, Open Space inflammation in the femur bone. and Sciences Division of the Community Services Department, review the Usually it takes six to eight weeks City Manager’s proposed budget for capital improvements and operations but I’m like, I don’t want to miss out relating to the Parks and Golf Division and Recreation, Open Space and on Wimbledon no matter what hap- Sciences Division of the Community Services Department, and thereafter pens. I was happy (my doctor) told forward any comments to one or more of the applicable committees of me I can’t make it worse.” the City Council. Granville and Hingis are sched- uled to meet today, if the rain holds off. Appointment information and application forms are available in the City “Obviously she is a great player Clerk’s Offi ce, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto (Phone: 650-329-2571). with a great backhand,” Granville said. “I think I am not going to think Deadline for receipt of applications in the City Clerk’s Offi ce is 5:30 p.m., about it much. I’ll worry about it a Wednesday, July 11, 2007. little closer to match time.” In her previous six tournaments, PALO ALTO RESIDENCY IS A REQUIREMENT. Granville has failed to get out of the first round in five of them, and DONNA J. ROGERS failed to qualify for the main draw in the other. 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Little League Baseball roundup The annual District 52 all-star (continued from page 33) tournaments get under way this weekend at various sites. Palo Alto second with out in the seventh, but National, the defending district Rea got a popout and a groundout to champ in the 11-12 division, will end the threat and the game. open Saturday against San Mateo “We’ve been playing really good American at Belmont/Redwood defense all year,” McGregor said. Shores’ Marina Field (take Ralston Alhouse-King scored twice in the Avenue east) at 11:30 a.m. first, with Rea and Xavier starting PA National won the district things off with back-to-back singles. crown with a 3-2 win over Alpine/ York was hit by a pitch to load the West Menlo a year ago, capping a bases. Asher Krohn followed with a run through the consolation bracket fielder’s choice, which scored both after Palo Alto dropped its opening- Rea and Xavier. round game. Alhouse-King added a pair of A handful of players from that runs in the fourth, with Jordan Piha team return and will be joined by lining an RBI single and later scor- players from the Palo Alto National ing on a wild pitch. 10-11 team that also won its district McGregor now heads into one title in 2006. more championship game, knowing Also entered will be teams from full well what he’ll be missing when Palo Alto American, Ravenswood it’s over. and Menlo-Atherton. “Absolutely,” McGregor said when Running at the same time will asked if he’ll miss coaching. “Espe- be the 10-11 all-star tournament at cially when you’ve been doing it for Highlands Park in San Carlos (off so long. And, I’ll miss the kids and Melendy) and the 9-10 tournament the acquaintances from baseball. at Lakeshore Park (exit Hillsdale But, I really don’t have any regrets. towards Foster City, left on Norfolk I’m leaving on a high note.” and right on Marina), hosted by San Keith Peters Mateo National.■

Winning pitcher Jon Rea (5) is congratulated by Jesus Gomez (11) and and coach Frank York (right) after throwing a complete-game five-hitter as Alhouse-King beat Old Pro, 4-0, on Tuesday night at Baylands. Keith Peters

Asher Krohn (right) of Alhouse-King gets caught in a rundown and eventually tagged out by Blake Johnson (9) of Old Pro. Keith Peters Keith Peters

Asher Krohn (right) is congratulated by Jon Rea (5) Alhouse-King first baseman Reed Foster catches a after scoring on a single by Jordan Piha. foul popup against the dugout. Keith Peters Keith Peters

Jon Rea shows the umpire the ball after tagging a sliding Blake Johnson Rea (with ball) runs to congratulate Alhouse-King catcher Michael York (right) after a remarkable relay from (9) of Old Pro to preserve the shutout. center, to short to catcher to Rea (at home) to gun down Johnson (9) in the top of the fifth inning Tuesday. Page 36 • Friday, June 29, 2007 • Palo Alto Weekly