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Page 2 • December 22, 2006 • Danville Weekly Streetwise Empowering ASKED AT BLACKHAWK PLAZA Education that

What’s the best thing that Opens Q: happened to you in 2006? Your World

I went on a trip back east to Boston, New York Exciting and Engaging and Washington, D.C. I’ve never really been Curriculum Teaches there and it was pretty cool especially when we went to a Yankees game. Analytical Thinking ADMISSION OPEN HOUSES Classes Average For fall 2007 Enrollment Zachary Goldblatt 15 Students Grades 6-8: January 6 @ 1pm fifth grade Diverse International Grades 9-12: January 7 @ 1pm Programs and Community For more information call: My parents visited here for the first time from China. It was a really nice thing for me. Nearly 100% Admitted to (925) 362-7223 Outstanding 4-Year Colleges www.athenian.org Danville Julia Abelmann Extraordinary Cold Stone Creamery employee 75-Acre Campus Transportation and Financial Aid Available My dog survived hemorrhagic gastroenteritis. I work at a vet hospital and I love my dog. It would have been a really sad Thanksgiving without him.

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I went to Washington, D.C. I went on a lot of tours and saw famous things like museums and memorials.

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We moved into a new house on our 10th anniversary. It’s a nice house and a big achievement for us.

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Page 4 • December 29, 2006 • Danville Weekly Newsfront SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF DANVILLE • BLACKHAWK • DIABLO • ALAMO

This man’s home is truly his castle Neighbors debate the impact of living with one man’s whimsy

By Natalie O’Neill Improvement Association. Residents in the upscale community take lamo carpenter T.J. Baker was born pride in their individuality—and in home 800 years too late. improvement projects—but neighbors ques- A Baker, who is converting his 1950s tion just how far one should be able to push Alamo country home into an authentic looking freedom of expression. 12th century medieval castle, says romance For some, that line is crossed when it both- today is lost. And he wants to transport ers others. And others say live and let live. medieval aesthetics and values to the modern “Unless you go out of your way to see it, world. it’s not disturbing anybody,” said Fernando “I want to bring a 12th century-type char- Olivas, 70, a neighbor on Hemme. “He’s liv- acteristic to society. Love is underrated in ing out his childhood dream and I think it’s today’s world,” said Baker who is writ- phenomenal.” ing a book called “The Digital World and But some active community members say Mankind.” the architecture is just bizarre enough to bring Working at Disneyland eight years ago, down neighboring property values. Baker caught a whimsical bug. Doing under- Taylor, who advises the county on building ground electric work on roller coasters for approval, says he only foresees it negatively Henzel Philips, Baker admired the Disney affecting property values in two instances: if castle from afar. it draws enough attention to increase traffic or Today he need not look farther than his own disturbs the neighborhood ambiance. front yard to find that light hearted romanti- “If it attracts boisterous traffic and neigh- cism. His castle on Hemme Avenue, which bors are known as living three doors down he hopes to finish in 2008, will be complete from the ‘Alamo Castle’ then it could affect with a drawbridge, moat, and even decorative property values,” he said. cannonballs. The ambiance issue seems to be what’s To Baker, a house is more than a home—it’s open to interpretation. Taylor, who has an artistic canvas. received two phone calls complaining about “Some of the most beautiful artistic sculp- the house in two weeks, said AIA always tures in the world are castles,” said Baker, strives to keep the houses cohesive in who said living in a castle was his dream as Alamo. a kid. He lives with his “queen” Rebecca and “We don’t want a mishmash of different his 19-year-old son T.J. houses—or castles,” he said. The converted home is getting much atten- And there’s no arguing that a castle doesn’t NATALIE O’NEILL tion from curious Alamo residents, who both exactly fit easily into the Hemme neighbor- love and loathe the idea. hood. “There have been smatterings of conver- “You don’t see too many other castles in sation (about the castle) around Alamo,” T.J. Baker is turning his home into a castle after being bitten with the whimsy bug while doing electrical work ➤ said Preston Taylor, president of Alamo Continued on page 9 at Disneyland. A caroling School district passes in Diablo energy policy Community renews Plan conserves energy as well as money a holiday tradition by Jordan M. Doronila for students and staff to help them under- stand the significance and methods of pre- by Amanda Wight AMANDA WIGHT oard trustees approved a plan earlier serving power. Additionally, the district this month to save energy and water is working with the East Bay Municipal hristmas season in Diablo includes all B in the San Ramon Valley Unified Utility District and the San Ramon Valley the classic holiday elements: eggnog School District. Recycled Water Program to bring in recy- by a crackling fire, stockings hung with The school board unanimously passed a cled water to eight schools. C Residents of Diablo enjoy the tradition of carolers care, milk and cookies for Santa. And carol- going door-to-door on its main avenue the night before new policy for energy and water conserva- ing also makes the list. On Saturday, Dec. 23, Christmas Eve. tion at its meeting Tuesday, Dec. 5. around 35 carolers gathered on the main street, “Our board is taking a proactive look at “Costs will continue to go Alameda Diablo, for the singing of Christmas all these efforts,” said Thomas Jamison, up but not as high as they cheer. which is a nice contrast to some of the stuff this district director of maintenance, opera- In Diablo, caroling was always a tradition, time of year, which can be expensive and too tions, transportation and child nutrition. would if we did nothing.” but in recent years, it had stopped. Then last commercialized.” “It’s going to help us avoid unnecessary —Mike Bush, assistant superintendent year marked the beginning of a resurgence of The carolers met for hot chocolate before set- costs,” said Mike Bush, assistant superin- of business services the practice. This December, plans circulated ting off and were each given a song book con- tendent of business services. “Costs will for a community event welcoming children taining 12 Christmas carols. There was some- continue to go up but not as high as they and their families from Diablo and surrounding thing for everyone, from “Winter Wonderland” would if we did nothing.” Also, it is working with a system that areas to once again share the Christmas spirit to “O Little Town of Bethlehem” to “Rudolph The policy includes developing solar manages water use through tracking humid- by caroling to the houses on Alameda Diablo. the Red Nosed Reindeer.” Children were projects, low voltage energy sources and ity. The district has an irrigation apparatus “It was a grassroots project,” Diablo resident encouraged to bring their own bells to jingle energy management systems, such as using that turns itself off during the rainy season, Shannon Warburg said. “Caroling is a throw- during the caroling. efficient heating, venting and air condition- Jamison said. back to a simpler time, and it connects us to Warburg called homes on Alameda Diablo ing units, to reduce the amount of power He has been instrumental in finding generations of Christmases past. The best part used in the district. about it is that it’s really fun and it’s free fun, ➤ Continued on page 9 It also includes educational programs ➤ Continued on page 9 Danville Weekly • December 29, 2006 • Page 5 NEWSFRONT Athenian School founder dies at 91 Commitment to health, truth and beauty lives on

by Natalie O’Neill

The founder of Danville’s esteemed preparatory school Athenian passed away Dec. 16 but his educational philosophy lives on, friends and school staff mem- bers say.

Dyke Brown, who opened the Courtesy Athenian School Athenian School in 1965, founded it based on the Greek principle that one should be strong in body and belief and be committed to truth, beauty and the well being of a democratic society. After traveling the world and being exposed to European edu- COURTESY VFW cational ideals and regimes, Dyke Brown, the founder of Athenian he embraced the importance of School in 1965. community service, international understanding, diversity, and both visibly exited to talk to him and be social and intellectual challenges at around him. Athenian. These philosophies are “Kids would flock to him, even It’s an honor now taught to students in grades the ones that didn’t know him VFW Post Commander Mac McCuskey presents the Firefighter of the Year award to Mike French as 6-12 at the school, which located at well,” Bradford said. Fire Chief Craig Bowen looks on. The Veterans of Foreign Wars honored the police and fire department the base of Mount Diablo. Since students were on holiday personnel at its annual Holiday Awards Dinner on Dec. 10 at the Brass Door Restaurant in San Ramon. “He was a visionary thinker and break at the time of his passing, “They look after our health and welfare all year long and it’s our way of saying thank you,” said a wonderful human being—warm, Bradford couldn’t comment on his McCuskey. empathetic and articulate,” said on students’ reactions. But he said Also honored were Fire Protection District Employee of the Year John Duggan; Danville Police Officer Dick Bradford, dean of the upper that when classes resume in January of the Year Detective Paul Murphy; and San Ramon Police Officer of the Year Detective Allan Shields. In school, who taught Brown’s chil- there will be an initial morning attendance were Danville 2006 Mayor Karen Stepper, 2007 Mayor Mike Shimansky, Danville Police Chief dren and had many conversations meeting to announce his death and with him over the years. to talk about it. Chris Wenzel, San Ramon Mayor H. Abram Wilson and San Ramon Police Chief Scott Holder. He remembered that when Brown visited the school, students were ➤ Continued on page 9

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Weekly visits Africa Leslie Young, a 1996 graduate of San Bora Bora bliss Ramon Valley high, catches up on home- This group of Alamo residents remembered their hometown reading when town news while she vacations in the traveling to Bora Bora in August. After a leisurely lunch at the famous Bloody Seychelles in the Indian Ocean on vaca- This is summer? Mary’s Restaurant and Bar, they walked across the street for this photo; (l-r) tion from her job at the U.N. World Food Thomas, Sarah, Chris, Cindy and Dan Schmid Kevin and Shelley Clark, Jon and Nicole Gilmore, Steve and Tammy Herley, Programme in Nairobi, Kenya. visit the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska, on Greg and Jeanine Newman, and Cindy and Bob Norsworthy. Aug. 5—with, of course, their Weekly.

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Cracking the code Jenna Famular, a student at San Ramon Valley High, poses inside the Louvre’s inverted pyramid made famous in “The Da Vinci Code.” She was enjoying a trip to Paris with her parents Paul and Michelle—and the Danville Weekly—last summer.

News in the ruins Jason and Alex Intravaia visit the remains of the ancient city of Corinth near Athens while touring Greece Where’s Tommy? and four other European countries last summer. Mindy and Monica Marquardt enjoy their August vacation on the white sandy beaches Totem time and emerald green waters of the Grand The Weekly makes a new friend in Ketchikan, Alaska, Bahamas—with their Weekly—while their while on a cruise with Lee and Sharline Ginn. mom Caralee takes their photo.

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garden, and you can do what you castle being erected in their neigh- Castle like with yours,” Baker said. borhood, their kids sure are. There have been some vocal “Hey, I like your castle!” stu- ➤ Continued from page 5 220-C1 Alamo Plaza, Alamo complaints but most residents dents shouted from Rancho don’t want to publicly express that Romero, the neighboring elemen- 925.855.0886 Alamo,” resident Alicia Watson they aren’t happy with it, Taylor tary school. to the left of Safeway said at a recent informal community said. It’s that child-like magical out- meeting. “No one really wants to come look Baker wishes more people M-F 10-7 • Sat 9-6 • Sun 10-5 It may be different but that out and say anything (bad) about had. No appointment necessary doesn’t make it bad, Olivas said. it,” he said. “All I can say is thank you but And according to county regula- And since the concerns are I want to go over there and hug tions, Baker isn’t breaking any mostly aesthetic, there isn’t much them,” he said. rules. that disapproving neighbors can In the future, Baker hopes his con- “He’s pursuing his individuality do, according to county regula- struction company, T.J. Construction, Adult Cut Kid Cut and isn’t that the basis of American tions. AIA got wind that one of his is commissioned for work on more $ 95 $ 95 society?” Olivas said. walls was exceeding an existing medieval architecture. He said all he Reg. $16.00 The castle is being constructed height limitation earlier this year can do is hope that people embrace 9 7Reg. $10.00 Offer valid at Alamo location only. One Offer valid at Alamo location only. One with white concrete and acrylic and Baker responded by quickly his offbeat taste. coupon per person. Not valid with any coupon per person. Not valid with any limestone and is surrounded by complying with county regula- “Hopefully people won’t be other offer. Expires 1/26/07 other offer. Expires 1/26/07 statues of Greek gods and columns tions. upset but will just say, ‘Here’s a Most salons independently owned and operated. ©2006 FS Concepts, Inc. www.fantasticsams.com about six feet in height. But while some Alamo residents guy who is doing something a little “I can do what I like with my aren’t happy about the idea of a bit bold,’” he said. ■ bell and as soon as everyone was the end of each song, homeowners FEEL AND LOOK Diablo ready, the group sang a pre-selected clapped enthusiastically for all the ➤ carol. Another child then asked the carolers. GREAT IN 2007!! Continued from page 5 homeowner if they had a request “It’s fun to sing,” said 6-year- from the list on the songbooks. old Ciara Chow. “It’s really, really Lose 10-30 lbs in 2 weeks beforehand to see if they had time After the requested song, the group exciting to go all around the neigh- to be serenaded by the carolers, would all sing, “We wish you a borhood.” Tahara Detox Weight Loss Program leads YOU and wound up with 12 homes to Merry Christmas and a Happy New Caroling was a great event for all • To reduce/stop your current medications. visit. The group set off around five Year.” who joined in. Everyone had fun • To cleanse Body ( G.I tract, Liver) o’clock, just as the sun was set- “It’s a part of Diablo, it just socializing and sharing Christmas • To lose more FAT ting. is,” said Anne Smith, whose house cheer in the neighborhood. Diablo • To change eating habits “It’s a wonderful tradition,” was the caroler’s first stop. “The caroling looks to become a renewed Betty Matthews said as the carol- carolers bring back memories of tradition with the success of this Call for a FREE ers walked down her driveway. “It Christmases past. It’s just lovely.” year’s festivities. reminds me of my teenage years As the carolers made their way “I like caroling because it was Consultation fun to go to all the different houses when I’d get up at 4 a.m. to go down Alameda Diablo, they worked Detox Weight Loss Center caroling.” through most of the carols in the to carol,” said Jacob Wight, 8. “I (925) 249-9642 The protocol for Diablo caroling songbook. The overwhelmingly liked the cookies that some of the 4725 First Street #270 was simple. The group approached requested carol was “Rudolph,” houses gave us for singing, too.” Downtown Pleasanton the home’s front door, with the which delighted the children at first His 5-year-old brother Gavin www.taharacenter.com children often running down the and then elicited a few groans by agreed. driveway to arrive much before the fourth time. But everyone sang “I liked singing all the songs, but the adults. A child rang the door- with gusto and lots of smiles. At Rudolph was my favorite,” he said. ■

After the war, he practiced law until the early 1950s and then began Brown to work for the Ford Foundation, Energy policy ➤ ➤ Continued from page 6 going on to become vice president Continued from page 5 in New York. Brown took this opportunity to travel the world in ways to conserve energy. “He’s definitely an icon for the connection with the foundation’s “It’s a nice little challenge,” school and we hope his message work. Then in 1962, he left the Jamison said. keeps burning bright,” said Mandi Ford Foundation and began work- Bush said the district had been Semple, Athenian alumni and pub- ing to open Athenian School. working to conserve energy in lic relations coordinator. The school was originally schools even before the new energy Born April 16, 1915, in San opened as a boarding school, policy was passed. Last month, Francisco, Brown recognized the admitting only students in grades the board approved a measure to importance of education through- 9-12. When a middle school was install solar cells in Greenbrook, out his entire life. He attended pub- added in 1979 and the demand Bollinger Canyon and Walt Disney lic schools before getting accepted for Athenian education expanded, elementary schools. PG&E had to UC Berkeley, where he studied it became a day school. Today, approved the district’s application philosophy, politics and econom- the school has grown to 457 stu- for a grant of approximately $1.2 ics. After graduating from college dents and is accredited by the million to help finance the project. in the Bay Area, he went on to Western Association of Schools Discussion of the energy policy receive his B.A. and M.A. from and Colleges, which validates the began around September, Bush said, Oxford University in England and integrity of school programs. when the district was developing its then to earn a law degree from Brown was predeceased by his solar projects. Board members made Yale. wife Kate in 1996 after 56 years comments about how they wanted While at Oxford, Brown took of marriage and is survived by the policy to be formulated. Then he Consignment goes upscale! a trip to Florence, Italy, where his daughters Tish Campbell and made revisions and submitted it for he met Catherine Whiteley who Susan Nebesar and his son Chris approval earlier this month. eventually became his wife. On Brown. “A number of board members the brink of World War II, Brown An evening of remembrance in have been interested in this area,” chose to serve in the military and his name will be held Friday, Jan. Bush said, adding that he does not Come discover our boutique where was on active duty in the Navy 12, at Athenian in the Kate and know yet how much money will be RESALE IS ALWAYS UPSCALE! from 1942-45. Dyke Brown Hall. ■ saved as a result of the policy. ■ WOW! Try on our 7 for ALL MANKIND MATERNITY JEANS Still accepting Snow Boots & Gear! First Class FREE! Spring Consignment starts January 16, 2007 We will be closed Sun.-Wed. • Jump start weight loss • Make new friends (12/31/06-1/3/07)

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The interest rate may change more frequently than the minimum payment amount. The minimum payment is always the lowest payment that can be made each month. Making the minimum payment each month can result in negative amortization. All payment options are not available her arm straight up meant she was strengthen our resolve as we all go each month. In addition, on 15-year loans, only up to three payment options are available. Interest that accrues between the date of closing and the month preceding the month in which your first about to turn right. Holding the arm about doing the right thing, be it payment is due will be based on the higher of the start rates or the fully indexed rate. APR is effective 4/05/06. The APR and 1.000% start rate are available only to borrowers with FICO scores equal to or greater than 720. Different start rates and APRs may apply to borrowers with different credit profiles. 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Danville Weekly • December 29, 2006 • Page 11 COVER STORY FAREWELL TO 2006

by the Danville Weekly staff JANUARY APRIL

The old year is ending, giving way to the new • Storms strike Danville to the tune of $1.5 mil- • Volunteers from the Umbrella of Churches lion in damage. headed up by the Community Presbyterian In Danville, Alamo and Diablo, too • Diablo 14-and-under Girls Water Polo team Church in Danville travel to McComb, Miss., wins the Speedo Cup National Championship. to help build houses for victims of Hurricane • Danville Heritage Resource Commission passes Katrina. In Danville there’s been much reason for song: policy of one marker for each historic site. • David Duffield steps forward to sponsor the New stores have opened; the planning goes on. • District 3 Supervisor Mary N. Piepho and some Devil Mountain Run after Andronico’s pulls out. Danville and Alamo residents speak out at super- • Guy Greco named chairman of Danville Area visors meeting against a resolution to bring the Chamber of Commerce for the second time. The shops behind Danville Hotel are rundown California National Guard back to the state. • Museum of the San Ramon Valley displays local artifacts from the Earthquake of 1906 in a Please renovate soon, help our precious downtown. FEBRUARY centennial recognition. • SonRise Equestrian Foundation pairs troubled youths and horses for mutual rehabilitation. Last year several bank robbers took some leeway • The San Ramon Valley High School choir And picked on poor Danville, so close directed by Ken Abrams travels to hurricane-rav- aged New Orleans to help out and to entertain. to the freeway. • Bryan Ranch residents vote to limit house sizes in their neighborhood to 10,000 square feet. • Danville Town Council approves an updated Meanwhile in Alamo, residents were grim. disaster plan. They lost their dear YardBirds; no one else has MAY moved in. • Gottschalks closes its Mount Diablo was covered with snow in February when Blackhawk store; Draeger’s A water main broke, causing floods on Livorna temperatures were in the 30s. Market announces its plans This was not good for folks, flora or fauna. for the space. • Fire district purchases land on Danville • County Public Works Boulevard at the corner of Hemme Avenue to Department cracks down David Duffield kept planning his Bryan Ranch home build a new station. on violations of the right of • Danville OKs new community center at Oak way on the Iron Horse Trail It’s tough when a billionaire has nowhere to roam. Hill Park. by residents who live on the • Veterinarians warn about dogs eating slug and trail. snail bait. • YardBirds liquidates its A heat wave in July made transformers go crazy • Town Council directs town staff to save old oak inventory and closes Alamo Thousands lost power, and called PG&E lazy. tree on El Pintado. store, much to the disap- • County removes trees from in front of pointment of locals. YardBirds, infuriating Alamo residents, especial- • Andrew H. Young Park Our favorite news story was in mid-November ly those who worked on Boulevard of Trees. There were signs on is dedicated on Danville • Planning Commission postpones discussion of every street corner of Boulevard at Jackson Way A dead deer lay decaying for five days Weber Property on Feb. 14 due to needing more Alamo in May when to honor Young for his years to remember. information about red-legged frogs in the vicin- YardBirds was liqui- of dedication to recreation ity. Folks who ignored Valentine’s Day to attend dating. and parks in Alamo. are upset. JUNE Farewell to dear old ‘06, we now sing. MARCH Hello to the New Year and all it will bring. • An overhaul begins on sewers on Prospect • David Duffield’s proposed scaled down 17,000- Avenue to take all summer, with work done at square-foot home heads for mediation. nighttime. • Danville residents take part in Food Waste • Alamo voters reject increased property tax in Recycling Pilot Program. mail-in vote. • Eugene O’Neill’s great-granddaughter Kiera • Carmen and Bob Pack, whose children Troy Chaplin visits Tao House for the first time and and Alana were killed by a hit-and-run driver attends a documentary on the playwright present- in 2003, have a healthy baby girl they name ed by the Eugene O’Neill Foundation. Noelle Corinne. • San Ramon Valley High Lady Wolves win • Work begins on auxiliary lanes on I-680 in North Coast Section basketball championship. Danville. • Expansion is planned for All-Wars Memorial at • Diablo Scorpion Lacrosse Club concludes its Oak Hill Park to add two quotations by Abraham second undefeated season and wins the 7A cham- Lincoln. pionship. • Danville Town Council votes to allow liquor in • Caltrans repairs hillside on I-680 near Livorna designated areas at Danville Area Chamber of Road to prevent slippage the following winter. Commerce street fairs. • Albertsons closes grocery store on Diablo Road • Valerie Matlock is named Alamo Parks and in Danville. Recreation coordinator. • Mt. Diablo State Park closes Summit Road for • San Ramon Valley Unified School District OKs repairs. plans for Measure A projects at Green Valley and • Andrew Maute, an incoming senior at Monte Rancho Romero elementary schools. Vista High School, is killed when he crashes into • School district students ace high school exit a tree on his way home from a party.

LUCAS HIRST, SRVFPD/FILE PHOTO LUCAS HIRST, exam. Capt. Bruno Spani of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District fought a two- • Danville Police Department welcomes K-9 JULY alarm fire on Joaquin Drive in Danville in the wee hours of Jan. 26. Donna to the force. • Newly arrived Jayme and Joey Bozik are stars

Page 12 • December 29, 2006 • Danville Weekly COVER STORY LOOKING BACK MAKES IT CLEAR: Hand Made IT HAS BEEN QUITE A YEAR for the Holidays

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in the Danville Fourth of July Parade. They are it meets. Monte Vista High Open for your being sponsored by the Sentinels of Freedom to • Longs Drugs science teacher make a life for themselves in Danville as Joey Challenge Patti Carothers shopping continues to recover from injuries sustained in the LPGA Tour showed joy pleasure! Iraq War. takes place at and surprise • Mt. Diablo Region YMCA and the Willows Blackhawk when she was Theatre Company of Concord agree to partner Country Club announced to complete the theater at La Gonda Way and El for the first time. Contra Costa Cerro Boulevard in Danville. • Monte Vista County Teacher • Danville and Alamo suffer a series of power science teacher of the Year in September. outages as temperatures stay in the 100s for days Patti Carothers 155A Railroad Avenue at a time. is named Contra • Diablo Ballet Company closes due to rising Costa County Teacher of the Year. Danville rents at its location in Alamo Plaza. • Danville Town Council OKs study to amend OCTOBER 925-820-3645 general plan to allow higher density when www.hand-works.net developing corner at Diablo Road and El Cerro • Diablo women’s 2.5 tennis team goes to Boulevard. Nationals in Palm Springs and comes in fourth. • A 40-year-old woman robs the U.S. Bank on • Vally Medlyn’s, oldtime café in downtown San Ramon Valley Boulevard, the third bank rob- Danville, is sold. bery in Danville this year. • Sunset Magazine idea house in Alamo is open • A water main breaks in Alamo at Danville to all before being put up for sale. Boulevard and Livorna Road, leaving 140 homes • Zone 36 county service district landscaping without water and shutting down Livorna Road. and lighting committee decides to meet without county personnel to save money. AUGUST • Prospector Square in downtown Danville opens BRINGING LEARNING TO LIFE for business with Flaunt and Christina’s Fine • Home Depot meets with Alamo residents to out- Women’s Clothing as its first tenants. line plans for former YardBirds location. • Old Tassajara School has stable rebuilt and rest- NOVEMBER rooms added by Shapell Homes. • Valley Swim Association Championship ends • Beth Chaim Congregation breaks ground for with two winners: the Blackhawk Hox and the synagogue on Camino Tassajara. Crow Canyon Sea Lions. Roundhill is a strong • Danville voters choose incumbents Karen third. Stepper and Mike Shimansky over Robert • Danville Public Library on Front Street cel- Storer for Town Council; trustees Joan ebrates turning 10. Buchanan and Bill Clarkson and newcomer • New student parking lot across Stone Valley Rachel Hurd are chosen for the school board Road from Monte Vista High School is completed over Jim McVay. in time for the start of school. • Danville boy, 16, arrested for bludgeoning • New maps of downtown Danville are developed his mother to death in their home near for LPGA tournament in September. Blackhawk. • Charlotte Wood Middle School Symphonic SEPTEMBER Band is chosen to attention prestigious convention in Southern California. • Danville Town Council approves a motion to • Police officers begin to carry maps of Alamo support fundraising efforts for a new Veterans school campuses to use in case of emergency. Memorial Building. • Los Cerros Middle School again holds its • Artists co-op finds space in downtown Danville Basket Brigade to fill 340 baskets to be given out Application Deadline January 31, 2007 above Leku Eder on Prospect Street. for the Thanksgiving holiday. • Andronico’s sells Danville store on Railroad • High school football regular season ends with Avenue to Lunardi’s, a cross-town showdown, at which San Ramon another upscale Valley High beats Monte Vista, 34-7. grocer. exploring • Veterans and other DECEMBER civic groups hold Sept. 11 remem- • Sycamore Homeowners vote to change CC&Rs brance at Oak Hill to allow its swim team to be open to non-residents. & imagining Park to honor the • School district approves measure that allows victims of five years three schools to install solar cells. ago. • Danville Town Council names Mike Shimansky • Danville Seniors’ The Danville Seniors’ club cele- mayor. Club turns 35 and brated turning 35 in September • Bryan Ranch homeowners in Alamo remove holds a bash at the with a Hawaiian-themed party at amendment to CC&Rs to limit house sizes to Veterans Hall, where the Veterans Hall. 10,000 square feet. ■ The Seven Hills School 975 North San Carlos Drive, CA 94598 tel 925.933.0666 www.sevenhillsschool.org

Danville Weekly • December 29, 2006 • Page 13 Sports A LOOK AT THE LOCAL SPORTS SCENE San Ramon Valley quarterback Corbin Louks in the spotlight Rotarians honor outstanding Louks, who received recruit- Brentwood residents, were at the high school girls soccer teams to the ing calls from Utah State, Nevada, presentation. local fields. San Ramon had a 0-1 football players New Hampshire and Idaho, estab- “The great thing is that the lun- loss to De La Salle and a 5-0 shutout lished himself as one of the premier cheon brings together not only kids win over the Bishop’s School, put- by Rachel McMurdie dual-threat quarterbacks in the East from different high schools but ting them second with 18 points in Bay this season, throwing for 2,033 parents, coaches and principals,” their sub-bracket. San Ramon Valley an Ramon Valley High School yards and 23 touchdowns in lead- Beaton said. “About the only other girls had one 3-0 win over Hockaday quarterback Corbin Louks ing the Wolves to a 9-1 regular time the coaches see each other is School and a 0-1 loss to Mayfair S is the recipient of Danville season record. on the opposite sides of the field.” rounding out a mid-pack standing Rotary’s 10th annual Peter Villa The 6-foot-1, 175-pound senior As part of the award program, in their sub-bracket, with 10 points.

Award. Louks was one of nine out- has orally committed to continue Danville Rotary presented each of Last year San Ramon Valley won the COURTESY DANVILLE ROTARY standing football players nominated his football career at Utah State, the three schools a $500 grant for overall invitational bracket. by coaches and administrators from becoming the second SRV quarter- athletic programs. Monte Vista, San Ramon Valley back to go to an NCAA Division Boys basketball and California high schools. 1-A school in four years. Boys soccer San Ramon Valley boys basket- “Corbin’s just had a great sea- Other nominees included first Still undefeated after eight pre- ball team took a 14-point win over son,” said Rotarian Bob Beaton, runner up Roy Helu Jr. of San season match-ups, the San Ramon Acalanes last week on Tuesday who helped sift through the nomi- Ramon Valley, second runner up Valley boys soccer team (1-0-0 night in a game that went 70-56 in nees. “First of all, San Ramon Ryan Whalen of Monte Vista, Zach EBAL, 9-0-0 overall) will play the Wolves favor. The Wolves, 6-4 San Ramon Valley High School quarter- Valley won league. Secondly, he Madonick of San Ramon Valley, Pleasanton’s Amador Valley High in preseason play, will hit the road back Corbin Louks received the Danville was voted first team all-league Drew McCallister and Brandon on Jan. 9. The Wolves have scored Jan. 8 for their first regular season Rotary’s 10th annual Peter Villa Award. quarterback, and third, he’s an out- Sweeny of Monte Vista, Nick Rosato, 32 goals so far this year, holding game against Granada at 7 p.m. standing kid and a great leader. Nick Salliero and Brandon Catley their opponents to just three goals. Monte Vista boys, meanwhile, con- be looking to top last year’s league He’s really developed a lot between Thompson of California High. Monte Vista boys soccer team tinue to dominate the pre-season. champions San Ramon Valley. Last his junior and senior years.” The award is named after Peter (3-0-0 EBAL, 8-0-3 overall) will The Mustangs (7-1) beat Fair Oaks’ year the Mustangs (18-9-0 overall) Judging is based on athletic abil- Villa, a former Danville Rotarian play at Granada High on Jan. 10. Del Campo last week 57-50. They’ll came in second. This year, the ity and performance, leadership on and founder of Danville T-Birds host Foothill High on Jan. 8. Wolves (2-6) have struggled in pre- and off the field, citizenship, and youth football program. Villa Girls soccer season, losing their most recent the number and quality of football coached the Thunderbirds for 13 Last weekend’s Tri-Valley Classic Girls basketball game 33-46 against Fremont’s scholarships offered, Beaton said. seasons. He and his wife, now brought Northern California’s best Still undefeated after beating Las Washington High. They’ll host Vegas’ Rancho High 53-39, the Granada, in their first season Monte Vista girls basketball team match-up Jan. 8. ■ will play its first regular season E-mail results to Sports@ game at Foothill High on Jan. 8. DanvilleWeekly.com; e-mail photos HOLIDAY SPARKLE ­`U_ `TQ _QM_[Z The Mustangs (10-0 overall) will to [email protected]. Pet Allergy Center 820-2287 Plaza Pet Hospital & Surgery Center $25 OFF 120 E. Alamo Plaza Alamo Allergy Testing

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Danville Weekly • December 29, 2006 • Page 15 Living PEOPLE & LIFESTYLESWild IN OUR COMMUNITY about wool Knitting makes a comeback as a great way to unwind

by Cheri Eplin

t used to be when you went Though knitting has come to the local park, you would full circle, it remains a mostly I see a mother simply sitting female sport. Scheduled knitting on the bench, watching her little groups, similar to book clubs, one play in the sandbox. Now, are popping up all over the place. the moms in Danville knit away The Thursday Night Group and as they chat about the latest hap- Charity Knitting Group out of penings and keep an eye on the That Yarn Store in Dublin have kids. And it’s not just happening individuals making anything on the park bench. You see them from scarves to knitted caps to gathering in Peet’s Coffee Shop, send to troops in Iraq. sit next to them in PTA meet- “Knitting is a great way to ings, and wait with them at your make friends as it is both a social doctor’s office. and casual learning atmosphere,” Knitting isn’t just for Grandma said Jamelle Lampkin, owner of anymore. It’s cool to be knit- That Yarn Store. “It’s time for ting. From individuals to sew- you that can’t be interrupted, and ing circles to an Internet knitting that’s why it’s so valuable. It’s group called the Happy Hookers, like the old quilting bees.” Class today’s knitters are wild about schedules can be found at www. their wool. knitmke.com. Call 828-1327. There’s Betty Crocker, Betty At Fashion-knit, a knitting Boop and Bette Smith, “knit- store in Walnut Creek, owner ting guru” of the knitting classes Jeanine Johnson promises that a held at the Danville Community beginner can learn to knit in 20 Center. minutes. Johnson, an American “She’s the best and makes knit- Airlines flight attendant, opened ting so easy to learn. She is so her store to fuel the fire of her patient and inspiring,” said Cheryl passion to knit. Edwards, a Danville residents with “I began to knit after 9/11 and twin teenagers. “I began three believe others started as well to years ago and haven’t stopped keep closer to home—to return since. I first wanted to make a to the basic pleasures—and to be baby blanket for my sister-in-law creative,” she said. because I wanted to make her Johnson said women often stop something special and from my by the store just to knit together. heart.” “From the beginning knitter Smith’s classes are so popu- to the more advanced, I encour- lar that she’s booked through age customers to stop by for March. any troubleshooting needs,” she Cookie Allred, another said. “Also, there are amazing Danville resident and mother of and fashionable pieces that can five, also started three years ago be knitted, not just scarves.” after she saw friends making In her store, “those cool scarves with fun hundreds of differ- fabric.” She’s included wash- ent kinds of yarn can cloths and purses in her reper- be purchased. Classes toire and can’t seem to put down at Fashion-knit will the needles. begin in January, and “I love to make unique schedules will purses for my friends and be posted on it’s just a relaxing way to its Web site, spend time,” Allred www.fashion- said. knit.net. Call The craft 943-3994. dates back Knitting can thousands be done alone in of years, and front of the fire knitted socks or the TV but it have been dated is also a great back to the opportunity for third century. It socializing. The wasn’t until the hands can work 16th century that on creating but knitting became an the ability to share industrialized art. And now one and listen to stories is a natural CHERI EPLIN can open any fashion magazine part of the art. Knitting has and the knitted clothes and acces- become the ultimate way to sories jump out at you. unwind. ■ Cookie Allred finds knitting the perfect way to relax as she knits scarves, purses and more for her friends and relatives. Page 16 • December 29, 2006 • Danville Weekly 'OT#OMPUTER0ROBLEMS ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ,ETUSWORRYABOUTTHAT    15% OFF Epicure ✔,APTOP0#2EPAIRSANDUPGRADES LABOR BY JACQUI LOVE MARSHALL ✔$3, %MAIL .ETWORKSETUP with this ad ✔/N 3ITE3ERVICES✔$ATA2ECOVERY NO DATA-NO CHARGE Closing out the year .ORTH-AIN3TREET7ALNUT#REEK #!WWWCCIATHOMECOM with a sip of scotch Jerol Garden Day Spa Transform your look in the “blink” of an eye

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Peat is often the 301 Hartz Avenue last 365 days with my health and spirit intact. fuel used to dry the grain, lending a naturally smoky Downtown Danville This intended plan of mine led me to ponder about flavor to the scotch. The malt is converted to “mash” Extensions of the Hollywood stars 820.6044 Scotch—what exactly is it, how it is produced, and then “wort” to which yeast is added and allowed to Susan Schrimpf, Aesthetician why single-malt is considered the king of all Scotch ferment, now becoming “wash back.” The “wash whiskies. While I have a preference for wines, I am back” is distilled, creating a stronger, purer alcohol. Specializing in make up consultation & application, increasingly intrigued by the passion Scotch lovers Finally, the “new wine scotch” is placed into oak casks post surgical camouflage, facials, waxing and tinting. have for this spirit. Hearing folks describe “good” for maturation and aging, for up to 25 years. As Featured in Diablo Magazine scotch as “rich … complex … strong but smooth going The cool, northern climate of Scotland lends to the down … smoky with a lingering finish, it sounds pretty full maturation of the grain and the aging process, unlike close to a description of my year, and therefore, an any place else in the world, according to Scotch enthu- appropriate way to bring it to a close. After reading siasts. Scotland is traditionally divided into four scotch- this column, perhaps you will join me in celebrating producing regions: The Highlands, Lowland, Islay and the end of 2006 and welcoming the beginning of a new Campbeltown. However, more than half of the distilleries Wyletta’s year … with a taste of scotch yourself. in Scotland fall within the boundaries of Speyside, a part of the Highlands. For example, the Balvenie, Glenfiddich, History or legend? Glenlivet and Macallan distilleries fall within Speyside. A According to www.scotchwhiskey.com: “The word ‘whisky’ derives from ‘uisge,’ which is an abbrevia- What about the new “boutique” scotches? tion of ‘uisge beatha,’ the Scots Gaelic for ‘Water of Based on the centuries-old process for scotch produc- Perfect Life.’ It was first used in the 18th century.” tion, which is highly regulated by the Scotch Whisky Much of the history of scotch is more legend than Association, scotch must conform to stringent laws and anything. According to legend, the secret of distilling guidelines. But more and more consumers are look- was introduced to Scotland by the Irish, being brought ing for their favorite products to offer flexibility and Place there by St. Patrick in the 400s A.D. Distilling began in personalization. We’ve seen the new-age liquors offer Massage, facials, eyelash extensions monasteries to produce medicine. Next, came domes- a variety of fruit and other infusions to liven up vodka, tic distilling. Many rural households brewed beer but gin, rum, etc. but, until recently, scotch distillers were they also distilled “uisge beatha,” particularly in the limited. Recently, though, scotch distillers have begun Highlands, to augment their household income and use experimenting with new processes. Some are aging 199 E. Linda Mesa #C their surplus grains. their whiskey in barrels previously used for aging wine and other spirits; others are blending whiskeys of differ- Danville What is scotch? ent ages. Scotch devotees may not be happy about the 362-1444 Whiskey is a spirit made from malted (or sprouted) newer scotches but keep your eye out for increasingly grain and aged in oak casks. Scotch is a form of whis- unique varieties of scotches and whiskies. key, made always in Scotland, from sprouted barley and One last thing to consider: Once you decide to try aged for a minimum of three years. There are four types scotch, you’ve got to decide how to drink it. Don’t let Facing Changes to Your of scotch whiskey: single malt, vatted (or “pure”) malt, the purists intimidate you. There is no right answer, blended and single grain. Single malt scotch is 100 per- it’s a matter of personal preference. You can drink it Health Insurance? cent malted barley made at a single distillery while vatted “neat”—by itself in a glassv—or with water in it, or scotch is made by mixing single malt whiskies from more with a water chaser, or even with a little ice or coke. Need a new Primary Care Provider? than one distillery. Blended Scotch combines malt whis- Whichever way tastes best to you is the right way. key with other lesser flavored grain whiskey. Most scotch Finally, I asked several people I know love scotch to sold is actually the blended variety. name their favorites and below is the selection I com- Stephen Pratt, MD “The beauty of single malt scotch is the unique taste piled. Perhaps it will help in trying out a few samplers at is accepting new patients at and character that comes from the barley grown in home, bar or party during the holiday season so that you the same field of land and processed the same way at are ready for that New Year’s Eve farewell toast to 2006. Oak Tree Internal Medicine one distillery every year. It’s akin to tasting the new Salut and Happy New Year! releases of French Bordeaux wines each year,” said Jacqui Love Marshall lives in Danville with her We are a Participating Provider with Mike Kohlmeyer at BevMo! in Danville. vintage-car-loving husband, two pugs and binders of most major insurance plans, including recipes. E-mail her at [email protected]. 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Page 18 • December 29, 2006 • Danville Weekly Presenting the Past BY BEVERLY LANE

on a county temperance conven- When ‘dry’ didn’t tion held in July 1893, which was chaired by D.N. Sherburne of Sycamore Valley. Others from the refer to the weather San Ramon Valley included R.O. Baldwin, W.Z. Stone, A.B. Hoag, (part 1) A.J. Young, Jo. O Boone, George Wood, David Glass, George e lift a glass of cham- onstration in Martinez opposing a McCamley and H.C. Hurst. Their pagne to the new year Danville liquor license: goal was to restrict the saloon W and casually accept bars “When the San Ramon train business in the county. as part of the restaurant scene. But arrived Monday morning it brought George McCauley was refused a in 19th-century Danville, setting up a delegation of 70 strong from liquor license at the new Danville a saloon was no easy matter. Danville, many of them ladies, and Hotel in 1893. “This action was Like much of rural California, all of them among the best class of taken in defense to the almost Danville had a group of strong tem- people of that neighborhood. Each unanimous sentiment existing in perance supporters. What we call wore a bit of blue ribbon conspicu- Danville against the presence of substance abuse today was “demon ously displayed, and on landing a public bar in that town.” In this rum” then. There was much national marched up the street in couples. case there was no personal objec- prohibition sentiment in the 19th It was soon ascertained that they tion lodged against the applicant century and, during the California had an object in view, and that but “there is a deep feeling that a Gold Rush, some of the miners was to appear before the Board of saloon however carefully conduct- were temperance thinkers. Although Supervisors and protest against the ed is an evil to the community with accounts of those years show that, in issuance of a license to sell liquor no redeeming features, and they San Francisco and in the gold coun- to one Flagel, who is now the only protest against having one forced try, temperance principles made person engaged in that business in COURTESY MUSEUM OF THE SAN RAMON VALLEY upon them.” nary a dent. Danville, and whose present license Who knows what debates Some of the organizations that expires today, Nov. 4.” occurred over this topic? One opposed liquor consumption were the They presented a 157-signature columnist, Pomagadel, wrote Sons of Temperance, Good Templars petition and pointed out that, while “Danville deserves the thanks of and Women’s Temperance Alliances. most of them were not strictly tem- the entire county, and I for one In San Francisco, the Dashaway perance people, they regarded “a desire to accord it to her. For the Association urged members to “dash saloon … as a menace to the well- first time in five years we have away” any alcoholic drink offered to being of the community.” The report- something resulting in our county them. er wrote, “Danville is noted as the in which we can take pride.” In Contra Costa County dur- center of a prosperous, highly culti- Saloons and liquor sales in the ing the 1870s, communities could vated and progressive neighborhood, 20th century were a different matter. vote on a local liquor option sale and the moral tone is exceptionally This postcard shows an early 20th-century poster produced for the “Strengthen To be continued next week. and, even though women could not high.” America” campaign during the struggle over Prohibition. vote, their opposition to sales was Mrs. A.J. Young, wife of a highly Sources: CC Gazette Nov. 4 , 1891, Dec. significant. respected teacher and church leader The Gazette covered Andrew a unanimous decision “to revoke 16, 1891, July 8, 1893; museum archives In November of 1891, five in the valley, addressed the board “in Flagel’s lengthy license hearing. the license for violations of the Beverly Lane, a longtime Danville months after the Southern Pacific the name of the wives and mothers Witnesses said he had “sold liquor conditions under which it was resident, is curator of the Museum opened train service to the valley, there (and) fervently pleaded that to minors and that gambling had obtained.” of the San Ramon Valley the Contra Costa Gazette published the temptation should not be placed been practiced in the saloon.” After that success, opposition and co-author of “San Ramon an article headed “The Question before husbands and sons to lure Each charge was answered and to saloons and liquor sales con- Valley: Alamo, Danville, of a License.” It covered a dem- them to ruin.” refuted. Finally, the board made tinued. The newspaper reported and San Ramon.”

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Art Author Visits WEEKEND PREVIEW Alamo-Danville Artists’ Society Rakestraw Hosting Authors All aboard! This society will present a group Rakestraw Books will host numerous showing of art work until Jan. 16, authors throughout the beginning of the Blackhawk Museum at the Danville Town offices, 510 La new year including: John Schinnerer, presents the European Gonda Way. The offices are open from author of “A Guide to Self,” at 7 p.m., Train Enthusiasts exhibit 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Thursday, Jan. 18; Eoin McNamee, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Ann McMillan author of “The Navigator,” at 10 a.m., Alamo-Danville Artists Society will host Monday, Feb. 12; Peggy Orenstein, Wednesday-Saturday, a demo with oil and pastel painter, author of “Waiting for Daisy: A Tale of running until Jan. 7, at the Two Continents,” at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Ann McMillian, at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, museum, 3700 Blackhawk Jan. 9, at Danville Congregational Feb. 20; Alison Weir, author of “Innocent Church, Social Hall, 989 San Ramon Traitor,” at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 17, Plaza Circle, Danville. The Valley Blvd., Danville. This event is all at the bookstore, 409 Railroad Ave., exhibit includes 360 feet free. Dessert and refreshments will be Danville. For reservations, call 837-7337. served. Call 691-5030 or visit www. of track, 57 turn-outs, adas4art.org. 35 working signals and Winter Exhibit Classes more. The museum will BLACKHAWK MUSEUM The California Watercolor be closed New Year’s Association will host its annual Adult CPR Day. For information, call Members’ Winter Exhibit from now Town of Danville will host a CPR class until March 9, at Blackhawk Plaza, for ages 12 and up from 9 a.m.-1 736-2277 or visit www. 3480 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, p.m., Saturday, Jan. 20, at Los Cerros blackhawkmuseum.org. Danville. Call 648-9113. Middle School Community Gym, 968 Blemer Road, Danville. Cost is $45 for residents, $53 for non-residents; plus $18 for materials and certifica- and childcare are free. Call 837-5525, Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. For Hartz Avenue, Danville. The program Auditions tion. Register by visiting the Danville ext. 319, e-mail [email protected] information, visit www.danvillerotary.org. features speakers and business net- Community Center, 420 Front St. or or visit www.cpcdanville.org. Danville-Sycamore Valley Rotary working. Guests are welcome. call 275- High School Musical visit www.ci.danville.ca.us. Mixed Media Fun for Kids The Danville-Sycamore Valley Rotary 2412 or visit www.srvexchangeclub.org. Danville Children’s Musical Theatre Danville Fine Arts Gallery, 233 Front St., Club meets for breakfast at 7 a.m. Food and Wine Book Group will hold open auditions for Disney’s Clay Character Modeling for Kids Danville Fine Arts Gallery, 233 Front offers a Mixed Media Fun for Kids class every Tuesday at Crow Canyon This group will begin to discuss Brian “High School Musical” from 4-6:30 from 3-4:30 p.m., Wednesdays, for Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Doyle’s “The Grail: A Year Ambling p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 10, at Village St., offers a Clay Character Modeling for Kids class from 10-11:30 a.m., ages 6-13. Marilyn MacDougall is the Danville. Join them for great fellowship & Shambling Through an Oregon Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. instructor. Classes are ongoing. Fee is and make a difference in your com- Vineyard in Pursuit of the Best Pinot Applicants should be ages 10-16 Saturdays, for ages 6-13. Michael Yen is the instructor. Classes are ongoing. Fee $78 for five weeks, plus $8 for materials. munity and the world. Call Scott at Noir in the World” at 7 p.m., Tuesday, years old. Cost to participate is $350. For information, call 838-1959. 743-8449. Jan. 23, at Rakestraw Books, 409 Call 355-8605. is $86 for four weeks plus $15 for mate- rials. For information, call 838-1959. Oil and Acrylic Painting Class Diablo Diggers Dance Club Railroad Ave., Danville. For reserva- Ruthless! the Musical, Bus Stop tions, call 837-7337. Divorce and Raising Kids Danville Fine Arts Gallery, 233 Front The Diablo Diggers Dance Club meets and School for Scandal St., offers an Oil and Acrylic Painting five times a year for dinner and danc- Friends of the Danville Library Role Players Ensemble Theatre will Community Presbyterian Church will host two classes for adults on “Moving class from 10 a.m.-noon, Mondays, ing with a live band in the Danville or Friends of the Danville Library are hold auditions for “Ruthless!,” “Bus and from 7-9 p.m., Wednesdays. Walnut Creek area. The club is looking renewing annual memberships and Stop” and “School Scandal” by Forward After Divorce” from 7-9 p.m., Wednesdays, for 12 weeks starting Charles White is the instructor. for a few new members, couples only. recruiting new members to help sup- appointment only, at Village Theatre, Classes are ongoing and for all levels. For information, call 938-0316. port, raise funds and sponsor programs 233 Front St., Danville. Actors Jan. 10 and “Got Kids? For Parents Who Want to Raise Great Kids” from Fee is $84 for four weeks. For infor- Diablo Singles Dance Club for the Danville library. There are many should prepare a two-minute mono- mation, call 838-1959. benefits of being a Friend including logue, and singers should bring 16 7-9 p.m., Wednesdays, for five weeks Diablo Singles Dance Club dances starting Jan. 10, at the church, 222 W. Pencil Sketching regularly the last Wednesday of the merchant discounts, volunteer oppor- bars of an up tempo number. Call tunities and preview of book sales. (510) 865-4740. El Pintado Road, Danville. The classes Danville Fine Arts Gallery, 233 Front month from 7:30-10:30 p.m., at the St., offers a Pencil Sketching class Arts Education Building, corner of Dues and donations are tax deductible. from 10 a.m.-noon,Tuesdays, for Ygnacio Valley Road and Wiget Lane, Application forms are at the library, 400 beginners-intermediates. Michael Yen Walnut Creek. The cost is $7 for Front St. Call 837-4455. PET OF THE WEEK is the instructor. Classes are ongoing. members and $9 for non-members. Homeowner/Homebuyer Book Club Fee is $84 for four weeks. For infor- All are welcome. Call 837-2851. The Homeowner/Homebuyer Book mation, call 838-1959. Diablo Valley Fly Fisherman Club is a place to learn, share and People, Pets and Wildlife Portraits This club meets at 7 p.m. on the discuss. It meets at 6 p.m. the first Classes second Tuesday of every month at Monday of each month, at 3223 Crow Danville Fine Arts Gallery, 233 Front Heather Farm Lakeside Room, 301 N. Canyon Road, second floor Conference St., offers a People, Pets and Wildlife San Carlos, Walnut Creek. Guests are room, San Ramon. Call 397-2093. Portraits class on Thursdays for all welcome. For information, visit www. Julie’s Book Clubs levels. Beth Batchelor is the instruc- diablovalleyflyfish.org. Julie’s morning book club will meet tor. Classes are ongoing. Fee is $30 Diablo Valley Quilters’ Guild to discuss Sylvia Plath’s “The Bell per class or $100 for four weeks. For The Diablo Valley Quilters’ Guild Jar” at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. information, call Beth at 837-5654. meets at 7 p.m., the third Wednesday 26, and the evening book club will The Art of Drawing of each month at the Danville meet to discuss Alison Lurie’s “Truth Danville Fine Arts Gallery, 233 Front Congregational Church, 989 San and Consequences” at 7 p.m., St., offers the Art of Drawing class Ramon Valley Blvd. Guests are wel- Wednesday, Jan. 17, at Rakestraw from 6-8 p.m., Fridays, for all levels. come ($2 donation). Annual member- Books, 409 Railroad Ave., Danville. Ron Norman is the instructor. Classes ship fee is $30 ($20 for seniors 65+). call 837-7337. are ongoing. Fee is $140 for eight For information, call Dianne at 837- Kiwanis San Ramon Valley weeks. For start dates, call 838-1959. 1863. The San Ramon Valley Kiwanis meets Watercolor Diablo Valley Single Parents from noon-1:30 p.m. every Thursday, Danville Fine Arts Gallery, 233 Front This group meets at 6:30 p.m., on at Round Hill Country Club, 3169 St., offers a Watercolor class from various days each month, and at dif- Roundhill Road, Alamo. Meeting 6:30-8:30 p.m.,Thursdays, for all lev- ferent locations in the valley. Contact includes a guest speaker and lunch. els. Karen Mason is the instructor. Fee Rich at [email protected] or 838-9487. For information, visit its Web site at www.kiwanis-srv.org. is $84 for four weeks. They also offer Diablo View Toastmasters a Tuesday night class from 7-9 p.m., Leads Group for B2B Business

CATHERINE RUSH This chapter meets from 7:55-9 a.m., Tuesdays, for all levels. Fee is $80 for every Tuesday, at the San Ramon Developers four weeks. Classes are ongoing. For Community Center, 12501 Alcosta This group meets from 7:45-10 a.m., information, call 838-1959. Blvd. Novice and veteran speak- every third Thursday at Mimi’s Cafe, ers meet to develop speaking skills. 4775 Hacienda Drive, Dublin. The Guests are welcome. Call Josh Taves cost for members is free, $40 for non- at 791-2233. members. Call 201-3410. Clubs eWomen Network Accelerated Model RC Boaters Association Star gazing Networking Luncheon The Danville Model RC Boaters Blackhawk Republican Women Association seeks new members. To Meet "Star," a gorgeous female housecat. When you look into Star’s cage at the This club will host a cocktail party with The eWomen Network holds its monthly accelerated networking lun- learn more, call president Rich Mahan East County Animal Shelter, all you see are huge gold eyes gazing back at you. guest speaker Dr. Bill Wattenburg, host at 785-0421. of “The Open Line to the West Coast” cheon from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., the Star’s fur has that beautiful, shiny quality that resists matting even though she second Thursday of each month, at Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society has medium-length fur and she loves to be brushed and pampered. Huge gold on KGO, from 5:30-8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 18, at the Blackhawk Country the Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 The society meets from 1:15-3 p.m., eyes and beautiful black fur are only two of Star’s attributes. She is friendly, play- Club, in The Grill, 599 Blackhawk Club Silver Lake Drive, Danville. Contact the third Thursday of every month ful and affectionate. Star is searching for a loving home that will keep her as an Drive, Danville. Cost is $16; reservations Claire at 648-3105 or clairesheperd- except August, at the California indoor pet. Visit Star ( pet # 66923), and her many friends, at the East County are due by Jan. 15 by calling 820-6452. [email protected]. Savings Building, Rossmoor Shopping Center, Tice Valley Blvd. and Animal Shelter, 4595 Gleason Drive in Dublin, open daily 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.. Danville Rotary Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley This club meets at noon, every second Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek. Call 803-7040 for more information. The Danville Rotary meets at noon every Guest speakers are at each meeting. Monday at the Brass Door, 2154 San Wednesday of the month, at Faz, 600 Page 20 • December 29, 2006 • Danville Weekly CALENDAR

Mt. Diablo Macintosh Users Group European Train Enthusiasts World School, 699 Peters Ave., Suite Get questions answered, solutions Blackhawk Museum presents the A, Pleasanton. Call 461-2533 or visit for problems, share experiences and European Train Enthusiasts exhibit www.worldschoolmassage.com. SPARKLE explore new Mac developments. Club from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday- ‘My Own Marathon’ meets at 7:30 p.m., the third Monday Saturday, running until Jan. 7, at the Town of Danville will host “My Own of every month, at the Alamo Safeway museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Marathon” with participants complet- Community Room. For information, Circle, Danville. The exhibit will include ing 26.2 miles at their own pace from call 837-1111 or 829-5501. 360’ of track, 57 turn-outs, 35 work- Jan. 1-May 5. The final mile will be ing signals and more! Call 736-2277. walked May 5 during “A Safety and Lindsay Wildlife Museum Wellness Community Event.” Call 314- The museum will feature two new spe- 3400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us. Concerts cial exhibits: “Broken Wings: Portraits Open Gym of Non-Releasable Raptors” and “One A Garden of Delights Town of Danville is offering Adult Open Man’s Window” from now until Dec. Gym from 7:30-9:15 a.m., Saturdays, Pacific Chamber Symphony pres- 31, at the museum, 1931 First Ave., ents “A Garden of Delights” featuring and High School Open Gym, 6-8 Walnut Creek. Call 935-1978 or visit p.m., Sundays, both at Los Cerros Beethoven, Brahms and the U.S. www.wildlife-museum.org. debut of Russian pianists at 3 p.m., Middle School Community Gym, 968 Sunday, Feb. 11, at Lafayette-Orinda ‘Treadmill’ Mural Blemer Road, Danville. Discounted Presbyterian Church, 49 Knox Drive. Bedford Gallery and Walnut Creek pass cards are $4 for residents, $5 for Tickets range in price; call 931-3444. Arts Commission present “Treadmill” non-residents. Call 314-3386. by Josh Keys, which is a mural paint- Contemporary Music Concert The Wellness Community ing dedicated to Susan Booth, on the The Wellness Community offers dif- Civic Arts Education presents Locust Street Parking Garage, adja- “Contemporary Music Concert” at 2 ferent support groups for cancer cent to the Dean Lesher Center for the patients and their family and friends p.m., Sunday, Jan. 14, at Shadelands Arts. Visit www.bedfordgallery.org. Art Center, 111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut including: Newly Diagnosed Breast Creek. Advance tickets are $10; $12 Cancer Workshop meets from 10:30 at the door. Proceeds will benefit CAE. a.m.-12:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Jan. Call 943-5846. 10-April 25; Kids Circle & Teen Talk Fundraisers meets from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Instumental Music Benefit Concert Jan. 13; Reiki I and II from 3-5 p.m., San Ramon Valley High School will Claws for Paws Tuesdays, Jan. 16, 30 and Feb. 13 host their Instrumental Music Benefit Tri-Valley Animal Rescue will host and 27; African Drumming Circle Concoert featuring San Jose Taiko at Claws for Paws second annual Crab from 5:30-6:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 10, at SRVHS Feed from 6-10 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 18; Integrating Spirituality and the Performing Arts Center, 140 Love 27. Cost is $40 before Jan. 10 and Cancer Experience from 10 a.m.- Lane, Danville. Visit www.community- $45 after. To purchase tickets, visit noon, Saturday, Jan. 20; Mindful Chi concerts.com. www.tvar.org, email [email protected] Kung from 3:30-5 p.m., Thursday, or send a check to TVAR, P.O. Box Jan. 25; and an Update on Breast 11143, Pleasanton. Cancer Treatment from 10 a.m.-noon, Crab Feed and Silent Auction Saturday, Jan. 27, all at The Wellness Events Youth Homes Auxiliary will host its Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., annual Crab Feed and Silent Auction Walnut Creek. Call 933-0107. Eugene O’Neill Foundation Awards at 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 13, at Weekly Marathon Training Program Ceremony Shadelands Art Center, 111 N. Wiget Eugene O’Neill Foundation will pres- East Bay FIT (formerly Danville FIT) Lane, Walnut Creek. Tickets are a $40 will host weekly marathon training at ent awards during a special dinner on donation, tables for eight are $320; Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Crow Canyon 8 a.m., starting Saturday, Jan. 27, deadline to purchase tickets is Dec. at the Iron Horse Trail at the corner Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, 29. Proceeds will benefit Youth Homes Danville. Call 820-1818. of Railroad and Prospect avenues, Auxiliary. Call 938-4148 or e-mail lmar- Danville. Visit www.danvillefit.com. Farmers Market [email protected]. Yoga Classes The Danville Farmers Market is open Music Flea Market THAT YARN STORE from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., every Saturday, at The Diablo Yoga Center offers com- San Ramon Valley High School Band munity classes (taught by student the Railroad Avenue Municipal Parking will host a Flea Market from 8 a.m.-3 Lot, at the corner of Railroad and teachers), from 4-5 p.m., Mondays 7164 Regional Street, Dublin 925-828-1327 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 20, at SRVHS and Thursdays, at the Diablo Yoga Prospect avenues. Call 825-9090 or Cafeteria, 140 Love Lane, Danville. visit www.pcfma.com. Center, 125A Town and Country Drive, [email protected] Open Mon - Sat Proceeds will benefit the band’s tour. for $8 per class. For information, visit Street Smarts Skate Nights Call 552-5580. www.diabloyogacenter.com. City of San Ramon and Golden Traditional Hymns and Classical Skate present Street Smarts Skate Concert Nights from 6:30-9 p.m., the third Traditional Hymns and Classical Wednesday of the month, at Golden Concert will feature Tom Lucia, Holidays Skate, 2701 Hooper Drive, San Covenant Four, Danville Community Ramon. Admission is $8 including Band, Salvation Army Band at 7 New Year’s Eve Party skates, $4 for in-line skates and par- p.m., Friday, Jan. 26, at Rolling Hills USS Hornet invites you to its ultimate ents skate for free. Call 820-2520 or Community Church, 1565 Green New Year’s Eve party from 8 p.m.-1 973-2655. Valley Road, Danville. Tickets are a.m., Sunday, Dec. 31, abroad the Tour of the Blackhawk Museum $15. Proceeds will benefit Outdoor ship, Pier 3, Alameda Point, Alameda. Blackhawk Museum sponsors a Adventure Faire. Call 820-3874 or docent-led tour of the museum’s email [email protected]. Renowned Exhibitions at 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. The tour is free with admission. For information, call 736-2280. Health Valley Parent Preschool Open House Free Massage Seminars Joey Pickavance Valley Parent Preschool will host an World School of Massage will offer Give the open house with a tour of the school two free seminars: “Lymphatic Breast and a chance to meet the director and Health: Clothes-On Self-Massage staff from noon-2 p.m., Friday, Jan. 19, Techniques for Men and Women” is Golf Instruction at 935 Camino Ramon, Danville. Call from 2:30-4 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 11; 837-5401 or visit www.valleyparent.org. and “My Feet Feel Great” from 4:30- Gift of Golf PGA Golf Professional 6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 25, both at What is Friendship? G.S.E.M. 1st Thursday Salon will host a discus- sion about “What is Friendship?” at 7 1997 Southern California PGA p.m., Thursday, Jan. 4, at 233 Front AJ Design this Street, Danville. This event is a potluck “Teacher of the Year” seriving soup de Salon, crackers, cook- ies and more! Please bring finger food or a beverage to share. Call 216-4590. Holiday Individual Instruction Group Instruction Exhibits Season. Corporate Clinics Anatomy of a Hot Rod Bedford Gallery presents Anatomy of a Beginner Series Hot Rod, which will run until Feb. 11, at the gallery, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut AgnesAgnes GordonGordon Video Analysis Creek. Gallery hours are noon-5 p.m., • Home Staging Gift Cards Tuesday-Sunday. Call 295-1417. • Interior Design Christmas Memories at the Available For rates and more information logon to Museum • Redesign & Color Consultation The Museum of the San Ramon www.systemgolf.com Valley will host “Christmas Memories” [email protected] until Jan. 6, at the museum, corner of Railroad and Prospect avenues, 131 Benjamin Lane Danville. Donations are encouraged for Danville 925.967.0326   admission. The museum is open 1-4 925-858-2365 The Bridges Golf Club 9053 S. Gale Ridge Road San Ramon p.m., Tuesday-Friday and 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday. Call 837-3750. Danville Weekly • December 29, 2006 • Page 21 CALENDAR STONE & MASONRY Tickets are $48 for general admission, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 1, at DANVILLE SMOG FLAGSTONE • RIVERROCK $65 for reserved seating and $95 for Radisson Hotel, 6680 Regional Street, premium reserved. Call (510) 521- Dublin. Cost is $225 for NCHRA TEST ONLY 8448, ext. 282, or visit www.hornet- members, $295 for non-members. event.com. Visit www.nchra.org. CENTER The Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy Show GAS STATION LANDSCAPE MATERIALS Pleasanton Civic Arts will host Will Durst and friends in “The Big Fat Year Literary Events 744 San Ramon Valley Blvd. End Kiss Off Comedy Show” starting TOPSOIL • BARK • SOD at 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 29, at Amador First Wednesday Programs (Corner of Sycamore) Theater, 1155 Santa Rita Road, The Friends of the Danville Library and Pleasanton. Advance tickets are $15, the Kiwanis Club of the San Ramon Mention this ad and get $20 and $25; call 931-3444. Valley sponsor First Wednesday programs in the Mt. Diablo Room of $20 off smog check the Danville Library, 400 Front St., at 1 p.m. the first Wednesday of each 925-743-1967 STONE FOR BUILDING month, October through May, with the Kids & Teens exception of January. The next pro- WE While-U-Wait or By Appt. PAVERS • CONCRETE BLOCK Beauty Resolution Workshops for gram will be about “Glorious Cotswold SMOG Tweens Villages” on Feb. 7. The program Mon-Fri 8:00-6:00 • Sat 9:00-4:00 is free and everyone is welcome to ALL Pure Girls will host a series of free beauty workshops from 4-5 p.m., attend. Call 938-7323. VEHICLES www.danvillesmog.com every Wednesday in January, at Pure Library Book Discussions Girls, 660 Main Street, Pleasanton. The Book Discussion Group has This event is for girls ages 10 and up. chosen books for 2006. The discus- Call 485-4380. sion group meets at 11 a.m. the Free Online Tutoring Available second Thursday of every month from DOORS Contra Costa County Library is offer- September through May at the Mt. ing free homework help from expert Diablo room of the Danville Library, We need a graphic designer INTERIOR • CLOSET • ENTRY online tutors to students grade 4-12 400 Front St. Everyone is welcome. and beginning college from 1-10 p.m., Monday-Friday, at http://ccclib.org. The Pleasanton Weekly and the Danville Weekly is cur- Spanish for Preschoolers rently seeking a Full-Time Graphic Designer to help Town of Danville will host a new Miscellaneous produce our Tri-Valley community newspapers. class, “Spanish for Preschoolers,” for Adopt a New Best Friend HARDWOOD FLOORING children ages 3-5 years old meeting Tri-Valley Animal Rescue (TVAR) offers Responsibilities will include both editorial and advertis- from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesdays, Jan. 9- wonderful animals for adoption every SOLID • HANDSCAPED • EXOTIC March 6, at Veteran’s Memorial Hall, Saturday and Sunday, excluding most ing design. Must have Mac experience, basic production 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. The cost holidays. On Saturdays, from 9:30 skills and a good design portfolio. InDesign, Photoshop for Danville residents is $222, $266 a.m.-1 p.m., dogs and cats are avail- knowledge is required, Web/Flash experience a bonus. for non-residents. An additional $20 able. For dates and times and other materials fee will be due on the first information, call TVAR at 803-7043 or Candidate should be able to work under tight deadlines day of class. Call 314-3400 or visit visit its Web site at www.tvar.org. www.ci.danville.ca.us. in a busy environment with attention to detail. Guaranteed Blood Drive to work hard—but also have fun in a small office with a TOTO TOILETS ‘The Little Race Car That Could’ Hats Off America will host their second Blackhawk Museum will host “The dedicated staff. annual American Red Cross Blood Drive IN STOCK • GREAT PRICES Little Race Car That Could” from 1-4 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 3, p.m., Sunday, Jan. 28, at the muse- at Toyota Motor Sales, 2451 Bishop This full-time position offers health and dental benefits um, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Drive, San Ramon. Donor identification and a 401(k) plan—plus the distinction of working for an Danville. This event if free with admis- is required. Call 855-1950 or email the- award-winning and ever-growing hometown newspaper. sion. Call 736-2277. [email protected]. VIP Volleyball Clincics Climb for Breast Cancer Prevention Please e-mail your resume to Shannon Corey, Town of Danville will host VIP Volleyball The Breast Cancer Fund is looking for Clinics for children ages 8-14 at 5:30 Art Director: [email protected] applicants for “Climb for Breast Cancer p.m., Saturdays, beginning Jan. 13, at Prevention” from July 8-14, at Mt. Los Cerros Middle School Community Shasta. Team members will start training Gym, 968 Blemer Road, Danville. Cost in the winter and start raising funds. Call is $55 for residents, $66 for non-resi- 760-8223 or visit www.breastcancer- dents. Call 314-3481 or visit www. fund.org/events. ci.danville.ca.us. Free Computer Instruction YMCA Activities The Danville Library is offering free The San Ramon Valley YMCA computer instruction on Word, Excel, hosts a number of activities includ- Powerpoint or the Internet by appoint- ing Adventure Guides/Princesses, ment only. To make an appointment, Adventure Trailblazers, Youth visit the Danville Library Information Basketball, Youth Lacrosse and Youth Desk or call 837-4889. Soccer for children of all ages. For information, call 831-1100 or visit Free E-Waste Disposal and www.mdrymca.org. Recycling Electronic Waste Management and Diablo Valley College will host a free Thinking about a new sales career? E-Waste Disposal and Recycling event from noon-5 p.m., Friday, Jan. 5 and Let’s talk. Lectures/ from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, The Pleasanton Weekly and the Danville Weekly Jan. 6-7, at DVC, 321 Golf Club Neighborhood Brewpub Workshops Road, Pleasant Hill. A list of accepted continue to expand with opportunities, so we’re always items can be found by visiting www. Entering the Entrepreneurial World noewaste.com. looking to strike up conversations with talented sales Technology Ventures will host Holiday Beers on Tap Host Families Needed professionals. If you have experience in newspaper sales, “Entering the Entrepreneurial Host families are needed for French -Gift Cards Available- World” from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., or a strong sales background in a similar field, we’d like Students that will be visiting from Wednesday, Jan. 17, at Carr America Beziers, South of France from Feb. 9- to speak with you. Exceptional communication skills, Conference Center, 4400 Rosewood Drive, Pleasanton. This event is free, 23. Students will have daily activities. proficient computer skills, and attention to detail are a For information, contact Kevin at 984- San Ramon but registration is required by calling 7691 or [email protected]. 960-1600. must. We’re a deadline-oriented company, so the ability (925) 277-9600 Open House and Blood Drive to work accurately and efficiently is highly valued. If Getting the Banker to Yes American Red Cross will host an open 470 Market Place Contra Costa Small Business house from 9 a.m.-noon and a blood you possess these qualities, we’re open to explore new Development Center will host “Getting drive from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Saturday, possibilities with you. the Banker to Yes” from 7-9 p.m., Jan. 6, at the Concord Office, 1300 Pleasanton Thursday, Jan. 11, at the Concord Alberta Way. Call 603-7400. Library, 2900 Salvio Street, Concord. For future consideration, please email your resume, (925) 426-9600 This event is free, but registration is with cover letter, to: 3015-H Hopyard Rd. required by calling 646-5377. Gina Allen Historic Lecture Series On Stage San Ramon Historic Foundation and President/Publisher San Ramon Valley Library Foundation ‘Incorruptible’ Pleasanton Weekly & Danville Weekly will host a Historic Lecture Series of Role Players Ensemble will host the [email protected] six programs. Each program will start production of “Incorruptible” from Jan. at 7 p.m., Thursdays, at various differ- 19-Feb. 10, at the Village Theatre, 233 - No phone calls, please - ent locations. The next lecture will be Front St., Danville. Call 314-3463. about Spanish/Mexican History by Dr. The Pleasanton Weekly is an equal-opportunity employer. Gregorio Mora-Torres on Jan. 18. All programs are free, but donations are accepted. Call 973-3281. 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Hartz Ave. Cost is $1. Reservations that meets at 7:30 p.m., every are required. Call Jerri Kaldem at 837- third Monday at the Danville 6283. Sports Congregational Church, 989 San Buzz Sessions 5 on 5 Basketball Ramon Valley Blvd. Call 838-8632. Town of Danville presents Buzz Town of Danville will host 5 on 5 San Ramon Valley Fibromyalgia, Sessions for seniors from 1-2:30 p.m., Basketball starting Thursday, Jan. Chronic Fatigue and Chronic Pain each fourth Tuesday of the month, at 18, at Los Cerros Middle School Support Danville Library, Mt. Diablo Room, 400 Community Gym, 968 Blemer Road, A new and proactive group for FIBRO, Front St. These events are free, but Danville. The deadline for registration CFS, CFIDS and Chronic Pain meets register to reserve your place by call- is Thursday, Jan. 11. Cost is $330 for from 7-9 p.m. every other Monday in ing 314-3400. residents, $396 for non-residents. Call Danville. This group is positive, infor- Danville Senior Citizens Club 314-3386. mative that meets to help each other The club meets from 9:45 a.m.-2 Adult Open Gym Basketball to be better advocates. Call for loca- p.m., every Monday at the Danville Danville Parks and Recreation tion and information at 234-5621. Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 400 Hartz Department holds drop-in basketball SRV Food Addicts in Recovery Ave., for line dancing exercise, bingo, year-round at the Los Cerros Middle Anonymous mah jong and more. Membership is School, 968 Blemer Road, for ages Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous just $12 a year. Call Fran Britt at 743- 18 and over. Drop-in times are 7:30-9 (FA) is a free 12-step recovery pro- 4026. a.m., Saturdays. Bring your own ball. gram for anyone suffering from food HICAP Appointments Cost is $3 for residents, $5 for non- obsession, overeating, undereating The Health Insurance Counseling residents. Call 314-3400. and bulimia. This group meets from Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers its Adult Softball 7-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the services free to anyone on Medicare Adult Softball plays pickup softball at Dougherty Station Community Center, Serving with or at least 60 years old with questions 9:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays West Meeting Room #202, 17011 about health insurance coverage. year-round. New members welcome. Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon. Appointments are available the second Call Bob Randall at 855-4646 for more Call Gordon at 899-3117 or visit www. integrity Wednesday and the fourth Tuesday information. foodaddicts.org. of every month by appointment; call Danville Tennis Club dedicated 314-3400. The Danville Tennis Club meets 6:30- Laugh Club 9 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Volunteering Research has shown increased levels Thursdays; and 9-11 a.m., Saturdays to your of endorphins, neurotransmitters, for drop-in tennis at San Ramon Valley Help Your Senior Neighbors immune system cells, and decreased High School. This free co-ed club A lot of Danville seniors need rides levels of stress hormones. This club provides play for 4.0 to 5.0 and very to their appointments, stores or to overall meets at 10:30 a.m., every Tuesday, strong 3.5 level players. See infor- special events. The Seniors’ Club at San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 mation at http://groups.yahoo.com/ at Veterans Memorial Hall is looking Alcosta Blvd. This event is free and group/danvilletennisclub. for volunteers to provide rides on an satisfaction open to the public. Call Fred Turner at San Ramon Valley Tennis Club “as-needed basis” on one or more 216-4590. This women’s league is year round Mondays a month. Call Jenn Overmoe Prime Time for both A and B players meet- at 314-3476 for more information. Join this club for a nondenomina- ing for practice weekday mornings. Hospice and Palliative Care of tional gathering of “seasoned citizens” Membership is $30 annually. For Contra Costa Complimentary Design Consultation from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays, at the information, call Patty at 820-8131 or This organization is looking for vol- Community Presbyterian Church, Laurie at 820-0695. unteers to help serve in East Contra 222 W. El Pintado, Danville. A home- Walnut Creek Tennis Club Costa County. Positions open are: cooked lunch is served at noon for $3. WCTC is a free, co-ed tennis group men and women to provide com- 4175 First Street 2172 San Ramon Blvd., Ste. D Call Ruth Ann at 820-6387. for single adults of all ages and levels panionship and practical support for Senior Sneaker Trips (primarily 2.5-3.5). It plays drop-in ten- terminally ill patients and families, Livermore San Ramon Town of Danville will host Senior nis from 9 a.m.-noon, Saturdays and licensed hair stylists and certified mas- Sneaker Trips to different attractions Sundays at Las Lomas High School in sage therapists. Free annual training 925.831.8685 throughout the area. For a list of Walnut Creek (S. Main). See informa- will begin Jan. 17. Call 887-5678 or 925.454.8583 dates, go to the Danville Community tion at http://sports.groups.yahoo. e-mail [email protected]. Center at 420 Front St., call 314-3400 com/group/wctc/. or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us. St. Isidore’s ‘Young at Heart’ Join this group for a meeting from 11:15 a.m.-2 p.m., the third Tuesday Support of every month at St. Isidore’s Superior Vision! Ministries Center, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville. Optional Mass starts at Groups 11:15 a.m.; lunch starts at 11:45 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous Nonprofit bingo follows. This event is The group offers a 12-step approach free, but reservations are appreciated to issues around food, overeating, by calling 820-4447. anorexia and bulemia. It meets from 7- Valley Oak Respite Center 8 p.m., every Tuesday at the Danville Activities for Seniors Congregational Church, 989 San Valley Oak Respite provides an inter- Ramon Valley Blvd. No fees. Call Susie active program for frail seniors and at 275-1391. those afflicted with Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s Support Group related dementias and physical dis- The Tri-Valley Parkinson’s Network abilities, from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. of Mount Diablo provides peer sup- Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays port from 10a.m.-noon, the sec- at 1936 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut ond Saturday of every month, at Creek. The cost is $25 per session, Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol which includes a morning snack and Blvd., Pleasanton. Call Norman at Catch the Wave! beverage; participants should bring 831-9940 or Jackie at 244-1231. a bag lunch. For information or an application, call Carmen McCarthy at PFLAG WAVEFRONT technology allows for truly customized laser vision correction for 945-8040. The Danville/San Ramon Valley Chapter of Parents Families and improved quality of vision. Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) is a support group All-laser LASIK and “no flap” Lasek also available.

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Hospice and Palliative Work at Bruns House HOLIDAY SPARKLE Hospice and Palliative Care of Contra ­`U_ `TQ _QM_[Z Costa Bruns House In-Patient Hospice is looking for volunteers to fill two- to four-hour shifts during the weekdays and weekends. For an application, call 887-5678 or e-mail volunteers@ hospicecc.org. Lindsay Wildlife Museum Docents are needed to lead class tours, teaching children and others about our important connection with wildlife and the world we share. No experience needed. Call 627-2444 or visit www.wildlife-museum.org. Make a Difference Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living (RCJL) in Danville provides assisted living, Alzheimer’s and skilled nursing care in a community our resi- dents call home. Volunteers play a key role at RCJL and opportunities are availabe for students and adults. For information, call Volunteer Coordinator Irma at 964-2098. Project Second Chance HUGE Help an adult to read, write or spell better with Project Second Chance (PSC). Training is from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 17 and continues from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 20 IN-STORE and 27, at the PSC office, 75 Santa Barbara Road, Pleasant Hill. Call 927- 3250 or email [email protected]. Rides for Seniors in Lafayette Rides for Seniors, based in Lafayette, SALE is looking for volunteers (25 years and older) to allow seniors “to age in place” in their homes and be safe when transported to a doctor appoint- UP TO 60% OFF ment or grocery shopping. If you are available for a couple of hours periodi- cally, call 284-6699. Fingerprinting and DMV background check required. DEC 29TH THRU DEC 31ST Search and Rescue The Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team needs vol- unteer members to respond to miss- 100 E. Prospect ing person incidents, disasters and Downtown Daville other critical incidents. Team mem- bers are on call 24/7 year round. The program provides required training 925-837-2721 including wilderness traveling, first aid, map and compass, tracking disaster response and search skills, and may additionally include special training for canine, equestrian, tech- nical, mountain bike or other rescue skills. For information and applica- tions, visit www.contracostasar.org GRAND OPENING or call 646-4461. Sheriff Seeks Senior Volunteers BODY & FACE RENEWAL The Sheriff’s Valley Station Office in Med-Spa Alamo is seeking people interested in assisting law enforcement in the com- munity. Citizens should have a clean criminal history and would be respon- Crunch Inches by Skin Laser sible for one shift a week for four-and- a-half hours. Interested applicants should call James Hogan or Elmer • LOSE WEIGHT Glasser at 837-2902. without taking medication Trails Maintenance • Botox/Restylane East Bay Trail Dogs is an all-volunteer • Nutritional Counseling group that has built, repaired and helped maintain single-track trails in • Body Sculpting the East Bay Regional Park District, the Mt. Diablo State Park, and Walnut JumpstartJumpstart YourYour NewNew YearYear Creek open space. Volunteers meet the fourth Saturday and one weekday As Seen each month. To participate, call Harry on at 443-3925. Oprah Medical Weight Loss Tri-Valley Animal Rescue TVAR is offering volunteer orienta- Physician-supervised and private tions from 1-2:30 p.m., the second Saturday and fourth Saturday of every FREE Laser Hair Reductions* Free initial consultation in January month, at the East County Animal *When you buy a larger area Shelter, 4595 Gleason Drive, Dublin. For information, contact Cathy at 426- 2472 or [email protected]. 3 FREE Valley Children’s Museum Needs Jaw Lift or Inch Loss Sessions Volunteers As seen on Oprah. (Reg $450) How much do you want to lose? If you are interested in working with When you purchase a series. kids, Valley Children’s Museum is Expires 2/02/07 looking for you! For information about volunteer opportunities, call 461-6574, $100 Off 3 # or e-mail Linda@valleychildrens- Microbrasion jumpstart museum.org. When you purchase a series. Volunteer Interpreters Medically Supervised Non-Invasive Expires 2/02/07 The California Medical Association Face Lifts with Nano Technology seeks community volunteer inter- preters for Contra Costa County MEDICINE to assist physicians when other interpretation resources are not an option. If you possess a proficiency in any foreign language and experi- 925-277-1123 2301 Camino Ramon, Ste 290 San Ramon ence interpreting in a health care www.jumpstartmedicine.com Conrad Lai, MD setting, you are encouraged to apply. 4550 Dublin Blvd. Dublin 829-7722 Contact CMA at (866) 241-4262, or e-mail [email protected]. Page 24 • December 29, 2006 • Danville Weekly MOULDING NAME BRAND PRODUCTS Community Pulse MEDALLIONS • MANTELS IN STOCK • GREAT PRICES POLICE BULLETIN & LOG • OBITUARIES • BIRTHS & WEDDINGS TOOLS FOR BUILDING DECKING IN STOCK • GREAT PRICES TREX • TIMBER TECH POLICE BULLETIN

Be warned: Don’t drink and drive statewide over the Christmas weekend, and 44 died over the New Year’s weekend. Over the DOORS STAINS & CLEANERS The California Highway Patrol reported a 30 course of the two weekends, CHP officers arrest- percent reduction in the number of traffic fatalities ed more than 2,350 people for driving under the INTERIOR • CLOSET • ENTRY PENOFIN • SUPERDECK during the Thanksgiving holiday over the previous influence. year and hopes to continue the trend during the A Maximum Enforcement Period will take place Christmas and New Year’s festivities. beginning at 6 p.m., Friday, Dec. 29, and continu- “We are always looking for impaired divers, but ing though Monday, Jan. 1. The CHP will have up you just know that this time of year there is going to to 80 percent of all available uniformed officers out be an increase in the number of people having one on the road during this time. or two drinks, including people who don’t usually “Our officers are giving up a lot of holiday time drink,” said Capt. Jim Cahoon of the Contra Costa with their families to help keep the roads safe,” said Area CHP office. Cahoon. “All we ask is that you do your part and Last year, 39 people were killed in collisions drive responsibly.”

OBITUARIES Becky Gillette Dunn a yearly trip to France with girl- was a lifelong member of Diablo friends. Country Club, an avid bridge play- Danville resident Becky Gillette She is survived by her husband, er, a music lover and a concert level Dunn, 54, passed away Dec. 6 after Mark; her children Conor and pianist. She also enjoyed reading, a six-and-a-half-year battle with Caitlin; her parents, Robert and traveling, crossword puzzles and breast cancer. Maida Gillette of Tigard, Ore.; and playing golf. She was born on March 19, her brothers Doug, Bruce and Allen She was predeceased by her 1952, in Ephrata, Wash. She Gillette. husband of 59 years, Laurence graduated from Washington A celebration of her life was held Curtola; she is survived by her State University, and moved to Dec. 14 at St. Isidore’s Church. daughters Cori Brett, Chris Negus -VODI
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HOME SALES ATTENTION EAST BAY Source: California REsource REALTORS Danville Trust to B. Dark for $739,000 1301 Virginia Street D. Mahnke to S. Welsh for Effective Jan. 1, 2007, The Pleasanton Weekly 101 Brookside Place T. & M. 1171 San Ramon Valley Boulevard Jones Trust to C. $1,222,000 Horner to L. & D. Arbach for and The Danville Weekly will charge a $20 fee for $1,255,000 Johnson for $470,000 Walnut Creek Open Home Guide listings from individuals and 2109 Carmenere Street 108 Shadewell Drive P. & J. 248 Castle Glen Road S. Lennar Homes to S. & A. Bauer Tabet to K. Kennedy for Wesner to E. & A. Martin organizations not under a current 52- or 26-week for $1,123,000 $1,400,000 for $943,000 contract with the publications. The fee will be 18 Discovery Court R. & S. 305 West Meadows Lane 2622 Chinook Drive incurred for each listing and must be prepaid. Lyon to D. & S. Nix for Johnson Trust to K. Mangino Snyder Trust to R. Weeks for for $1,560,000 $1,050,000 $655,000 3086 Fostoria Circle M. & L. 1147 Corrie Lane A. Contact your Weekly real estate Arganbright to M. Ploscaru for 136 Westfield Circle D. Rose Blanchard to M. Otbo for to D. Dearborn for $535,000 $590,000 account executive for details. $420,000 Alamo 1101 El Curtola Boulevard 211 Laurelglen Court J. & C. England to N. Harris for Terry Bertolini Chris Paterson Wagoner Trust to A. Munoz for 265 Eagle Court W. & S. $730,000 Danville Weekly Pleasanton Weekly $860,000 Ayers to D. & D. Walsh for 2330 Gill Port Lane S. Wilson 60 MacKenzie Place Malone $2,800,000 to E. & K. Paul for $775,000 925 837-8300 x24 925-600-0840 x10 Trust to M. & P. Lytle for 18 Hagen Oaks Court Epstein 1879 Holland Drive G. $1,500,000 Trust to J. & M. Herr for Campbell to R. & R. Shiveley 4221 Nottingham Drive W. $1,170,000 for $515,000 Tidmarsh to L. & L. Ramirez for 109 Lark Court Bringel Trust 43 Iron Horse Lane Primacy $1,200,000 to W. Wilkins for $1,700,000 Closing Corporation to K. Stern 166 Ramona Road Chaney for $573,000

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