VOLUME LII, NUMBER 20 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015

Council Favors Lowering East Dublin Density; Rejects Growth Managment

By Ron McNicoll The council did not vote within the zoning districts have an impact on the 2015- On another point, the Find What's The Dublin City Council on a proposal, but provided already planned for the land, 16 fiscal year budget, which council liked the 1424 acres intends to consider approv- staff with input at the May or possibly rezoning land to is being firmed up now. reserved in East Dublin for Happening ing lower housing densities 5 meeting for a direction to a lower density. If there were growth con- parks, open space, rural in East Dublin on residential follow in the future concern- Other councilmembers trol, it would affect both residential/agriculture and Check Out Section A land not yet vested. ing the 1656 unvested units had no objection to having unvested and vested units, stream corridors. Section A is filled with An alternative that would remaining in the East Dublin the staff return at some time though a staff report said On commercial space, information about arts, Specific Plan. Vested units in the future with a model of that the vested units would there are 6.8 million square people, entertainment and limit the number of permits special events. There are annually did not gain any already have an approved the growth-rate control op- have priority, "pursuant to feet of undeveloped land education stories, a variety traction with the council, development agreement, tion to see what its economic their respective development in categories as varied as of features, and the arts and except for interest from which unvested units lack. ramifications would be. Staff agreements." The result campus office, neighbor- entertainment and bulletin Vice-mayor Abe Gupta. He Mayor David Haubert said it's possible to bring it to could be little or no new con- hood commercial, general board. wanted to at least see the and councilmembers fa- the council after the first of struction at various times, commercial, mixed use, and idea explored. vored reducing densities the year, since it would not the report stated. (See DUBLIN, page 4) Cal Water to Host Education Meeting Intervention California Water Service (Cal Water) will host a pub- Helps to lic meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2015, to educate its Livermore customers on Change state-mandated water use regulations and a range of Behavior conservation programs and tools available to help cus- Focusing on intervention, tomers reduce their water rather than punishment, has use and meet the State’s helped reduce the number reduction requirements. The of suspensions and expul- workshop will be held at 6 sions in the Livermore Val- p.m. at the Livermore City ley Joint Unified School Council Chambers,3575 District. Pacific Avenue. The Board of Education Representatives from heard a report on the pro- Cal Water will also provide gram by Director of Student details about its Schedule Services Scott Vernoy at last 14.1., which Cal Water was week's meeting. required to file with the He noted that in 2011, California Public Utilities there were 1165 students Commission (CPUC) in or- suspended; in 2012 the num- der to meet the State Water ber dropped to 791; 2013-14, Resources Control Board’s the total was 467. Through water use reduction require- the 2014-15 school year to ments by the end of Febru- date, 307 students have been ary 2016. Schedule 14.1 suspended. In 2008-2010, provides for waste of water there were 155 students ex- violation penalties, customer pelled; in 2011-2013, there water budgets, and associ- were 54; and 2014 through Photo - Doug Jorgensen Feb. 2015, only 6. ated enforcement measures. The Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council hosted The Big Draw last Saturday in downtown Pleasanton. Artists of all If approved by the CPUC, Vernoy explained that a Schedule 14.1 would be- ages and skills created brightly colored chalk drawings on the sidewalk. Decorated pianos attracted both the system of restorative jus- come effective June 1, 2015. artistically and musically inclined. Food, fun, a special display at the Harrington Gallery, and entertainment were tice, used in conjunction “We are here to help our all part of the event. with discipline, is being customers understand the used by the district. He State’s water use restrictions described restorative justice and reduction requirements as a philosophy based on a and our water budgets,” said set of principles that guide Cal Water District Manager Sewer Rates Going Up in Livermore the response to conflict and harm. He added that old Frank Vallejo. “We have a Owners of family increase. The last raise in water replacement costs are the proposed five years. A methods of discipline did variety of conservation pro- homes in Livermore will rates occurred in 2008. estimated at $1 billion. The $1 billion number won't not educate students on grams, rebates, and tools to see their residential sewer The Livermore City city currently holds $4 mil- be solved with the current proper behavior, nor did they help customers reach their service and use charges rise Council approved the rate lion in replacement funding proposal. He noted that at resolve conflicts. targets, and we encourage by $31 a year starting July 8. increases for the next two in its reserves. $4 million, it would take Restorative practices them to take advantage of The total bill for the years, but the council held Councilmember Bob Wo- 250 years to set aside that gives students an opportu- these resources.” 2015-16 year would be off approving the five year erner asked for more infor- Cal Water serves about $507, up from the current plan proposed by staff. In mation on the underlying (See RATES, page 4) (See INTERVENTION, page 4) 55,800 people through rate of $478. In 2016-17, the final three years, rates numbers used to generate 18,800 service connections the yearly charge would would have gone up by 3.5% the rate increase. He sug- The Independent Recommends in Livermore. Additional increase by $33 to $540. The each year. gested the city needed to 7th District California State Senate information may be obtained changes represent a 6.5% The approximate waste- take a longer term view than STEVE GLAZER online at www.calwater. com. Livermore Vintage Aircraft Bring Pathway To Ask for Back Memories of WWII Classes PCA Areas By Carol Graham these veterans of WWII. But Attracting They walk among us, all those years ago, they The Livermore City though we must look hard were just young kids, bright Students Council adopted a resolu- to see them. and brave, with their whole tion authorizing staff to ap- There is John Shirley, lives ahead of them yet ready Enrollment in Career ply to the Association of Bay who had to make a choice to risk everything to ensure Technical Education (CTE) Area Governments (ABAG) no young man should ever freedom would prevail. classes has gone up 22 per- to designate areas within the face. Adolph Hengl, who On Sunday, May 24th, cent. city’s Sphere of Influence as chose to fight back as 2,403 the Wings of Freedom Tour CTE represents a partner- a Priority Conservation Area around him died. And, Wal- will open at the Livermore ship that includes Regional (PCA) for urban greening ter Hughes, who was forced airport. It is hosted by the Occupation Program (ROP), to complete a mission under Collings Foundation with Las Positas College and the and regional recreation. Tri-Valley Education Col- PCAs identify Bay Area unimaginable conditions. the dual goals of honoring They were born shortly the sacrifices made by WWII laborative. open spaces that provide after the Great War ended, In CTE classes, students regionally significant agri- veterans and educating visi- at a time when young moth- tors, especially younger apply their content area cultural, natural resource, ers believed "the war to end knowledge to engage in scenic, recreational, and Americans, about a critical all wars" was safely behind chapter in the nation's his- real-world problem solving ecological value. North them, and that sons and tory. and exploration. and South Livermore have daughters would only know Tour visitors are encour- Julie Duncan, director of been PCA’s since adoption peace. aged to climb aboard and ROP, attributes the increase by ABAG in 2008. Within two decades, the explore the bombers: "Nine in enrollment to to the fact PCA designations iden- world was aflame. Some O Nine," a B-17 Flying For- that ROP is offering classes tify areas for future regional held their breath. Some tress; "Witchcraft," a B-24 that relate to a variety of funding to acquire open looked away. Some faced Liberator; and "Tondelayo," career pathways. In addition, space, including conserva- what was coming with reso- a B-25 Mitchell. "Betty a new website that provides tion easements, and imple- lute courage, and righted Jane," a P-51 Mustang, will information to potential stu- ment recreational, environ- a world knocked off kilter join them. dents and their parents. mental, and agricultural by evil. Hours on Sunday are She and Amy Robbins, enhancement projects. Today, they are known from noon to 5 p.m.; on The B-17 will be one of the planes flying into the District Director of Curricu- as the Greatest Generation, lum and Special Projects, re- There are currently 101 (See AIRCRAFT, page 8) Livermore Airport. PCAs throughout the Bay (See PATHWAYS, page 8) Area. In addition to the North and South Livermore PET OF THE WEEK PCAs, three regional trails Inside Life gets a new twist with Taz! Despite the located within Livermore tempestuous nature of his cartoon counterpart, are also PCAs: Brushy Peak SECTION A Editorial...... 4 to Del Valle, Shadow Cliffs this two-year-old tabby is the eye of the storm. to Del Valle, and Iron Horse. Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 His calm companionship will soothe your wildest days. Take a spin by Valley Humane Society Potential projects under Bulletin Board...... 10 Roundup...... 3 a PCA designation would and adopt Taz today! 3670 Nevada Street in include trail development, Milestones ...... 10 & 12 Short Notes...... 9 Pleasanton, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 pedestrian and bicycle im- MAIN SECTION Sports...... 6 am – 4 pm. For more info visit valleyhumane.org or provements, public land- call (925) 426-8656. Photo - Valley Humane Society/K. Jacoby Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 (See PCA, page 8. PAGE 2 - The Independent, MAY 14, 2015 See Our Progress in the Bay Area

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Double Homicide Charge award is recognizing middle and high schools this year and Much of the revegetation work was accomplished Detectives from the Livermore Police Department pre- elementary schools in 2016. The news release identifying all through the Living Arroyos Program -- a public-private sented their criminal case to the Alameda County District the 2015 Distinguished Middle and High Schools is posted partnership among Zone 7, the City of Livermore and the Attorney's Office regarding James Wear, the ho- online at http://www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr15/yr15rel37.asp. non-profit Urban Creeks Council. The program uses trained micide suspect from the shooting in the area of Altamont apprentices to oversee community volunteers. Creek on March 1, 2015. Drop Off Mail Ballots After review of the criminal case, the Alameda County On Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, Alameda Baker to Refuse Raise District Attorney's Office filed formal charges of two counts County Registrar of Voters representatives will be at three Assemblywoman Catharine B. Baker (R-San Ramon) of homicide with a firearm, two counts of a convicted felon locations in the Tri-Valley area to accommodate voters has announced that she will not accept the pay increase in possession of a firearm, and one of possession of who wish to drop off Vote-By-Mail ballots early and avoid for Legislators that was authorized today by the California heroin for sale. having to pay postage. Citizens Compensation Panel (CCCP). He was arraigned at Gale-Schenone Hall of Justice in Voters will be selecting a representative to fill the 7th “I am declining the 3% pay increase that was authorized Pleasanton on May 7, 2015. The charges could lead to the District State Senate seat on May 19. today by the CCCP. I was elected by the people of the 16th death penalty. The following locations will be available on both days District at my current salary and I will continue to serve at On March 1, police, responding to calls concerning a for voters to drop off ballots: that salary,” said Baker. disturbance near Altamont Creek, arrived on the scene and Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin, 10 a.m. to 5 The CCCP determines salaries for Legislators and has found two males, Ryan Rossknecht and Brandon Lowell, p.m. twice elected to increase pay in recent years. The last in- on the ground suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, crease in 2014 was a 5% bump. It took effect December One male was transported to a local hospital where he was 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1st of last year. pronounced dead. The other male was pronounced dead Livermore Civic Center Library, 1188 S Livermore Baker represents the 16th Assembly District, which at the scene. Avenue, Livermore, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. includes the communities of Alamo, Danville, Dublin, Wear, a 28 year old male resident of Mountain House, Ballots are dropped off at the locations listed above, Lafayette, Livermore, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasanton, San must be sealed in the yellow Vote-by-Mail envelope and was later arrested and booked at Santa Rita Jail for a proba- Ramon, and Walnut Creek. tion violation. signed by the voter on the signature line on the outside of After an extensive investigation, Livermore Police De- the envelope. For more information, contact the Registrar partment Detectives developed probable cause to believe of Voters at (510) 267-8683. Wear was responsible for the murders. Zone 7 Project Recognized Indexed Annuity with a Gold Ribbon Schools A pilot project that Zone 7 undertook to enhance a sec- State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Tor- tion of the Arroyo Mocho flood control channel in Liver- Guaranteed lakson announced the secondary schools that have been more was a recent finalist in the Association of California honored under the state's new Gold Ribbon Schools Awards Water Agencies' 2015 Clair A. Hill Water Agency Award LIFE TIME INCOME RIDER Program, which is temporarily taking the place of the Cali- for Excellence. fornia Distinguished Schools Program. The program recognizes innovative projects by Associa- Among the list of winners is Pleasanton Unified’s tion members in water resources management. 12% BONUS Thomas S. Hart Middle School. 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Taylor Morrison Services, Inc., BRE # 00968975. ©2015, Taylor Morrison of California, LLC. 5/14/15 PAGE 4 - The Independent, MAY 14, 2015 EDITORIAL Pleasanton Council Rejects Educational Opportunities Appeal of Training Center Approval Las Positas College continues to produce programs to fill a need. The Pleasanton City Pentin stated that he has stated that clients enrolled no more than 30 clients and Council upheld a decision friends with special needs in SVSI's vocational train- 13 staff members on the site This summer, it plans to offer its largest ses- by the Planning Commis- children, so he had a bias ing program tend not to have at any one time. sion with 152 course offerings, up from 116 last sion to allow a training towards such a program. behavioral problems; if they Up to 30 additional cli- year. The session focuses on general education center for adults with de- "However, looking at it from were to have these prob- ents could be picked up at requirements that students would need in order velopmental disabilities to a land use perspective, I see lems, they would enroll in their homes, accompanied locate in the city. no reason to uphold the ap- a behavioral program, not a to off-site activities, and to graduate with a two year college or four year returned back to their homes, university degree. Social Vocational Ser- peal," he declared. vocational training program. vices, Inc. (SVSI) plans Rudick argued that there As for parking, Weinstein having never visited the The college is not only offering the courses, to operate the facility as a were concerns about health said that overall parking subject site on a given day. but also making it easy to participate in them. tenant within an existing and safety, as well as issues demand for the use would be Social Vocational Ser- building on Owens Drive. with parking and a potential modest because the clients vices would use eight vans Forty-four of the classes will be offered on line, to serve the program. They 35 in the evening. Lab science courses, such An adjacent property owner liability. do not drive. and tenant, Wayne Rudick, would be stored on-site in as biology, chemistry and anatomy, will be of- The building is subdivid- Noise was another issue standard parking spaces in had appealed the decision ed into a 3-unit commercial raised by Rudick. The city fered both during the day and in the evening. the rear of the building. Vans to grant a conditional use parcel. The site includes a is requiring that sound re- would pick-up and drop-off The options will make it possible for students permit. common area parcel con- ducing materials be added clients in the rear of the to hold down a job and still be able to work The council vote was 4 to taining the parking. to walls connected to other building in a new designated towards a degree. 1 with Karla Brown dissent- Rudick told the council businesses. loading space. Tuition for high school students will be ing. Brown stated that while that he was concerned about SVSI on site activities It was noted by city staff she believes the service that the potential for violent would include art, music, that a similar training center waived, allowing them to meet some of the gen- would be provided is impor- behavior by clients and and physical fitness, along eral education requirements before graduating for adults with disabilities is tant, the location is wrong. the related safety of his with skill- building support located at 1241 Quarry Lane from high school. She felt that the comings employees. He pointed out in areas such as commu- in Valley Business Park in With an educated workforce seen as the key and goings would be disrup- there is potential liability nication, computers, inter- Pleasanton. The Keystone to sustaining a strong economy, it is important tive to adjacent businesses. should a client walk away viewing, and personal ap- Learning Center was granted Other councilmembers from the facility unsuper- pearance. Off-site activities a CUP in 1989 and has not to provide as many opportunities as possible for noted that the conditional vised, or in the event of an would focus on employment students to progress. With its expanded summer had any code enforcement use permit (CUP) would al- accident in the common area contracts and field trips, such complaints due to noise or session, we give Las Positas College an A+ for low for intervention by the of the property, given that as visits to the library, parks, other issues during that time. doing just that. city in the future if problems the suites are under condo- and recreation facilities. SVSI is required to obtain arose. minium ownership. Social Vocational Ser- a state license prior to open- Councilmember Jerry Planner Adam Weinstein vices would accommodate ing the facility. INTERVENTION (continued from front page) nity to understand how their an opportunity to correct who came into the district absorb new students. to expel." When there are dent Kate Runyon noted, "I behavior affects others, and misconduct, Vernoy said. who had not received the Trustee Chris Wenzel issues, we are all respon- really appreciate the work directly involves them in a "We believe that learning training. stated, "This is amazing sible for finding solutions. that has gone into giving process to repair the harm. from mistakes is very im- Superintendent Kelly work. When you spend the Among other options, it students the tools to resolve Vernoy noted that in- portant. Consequences don't Bowers said the district time, it pays dividends not takes continued training for conflicts themselves. They tervention helps students have to be negative." could strengthen the pro- only in school, but also later administration in order to are lifelong skills." understand what they are Consequences include gram to look at how it could in life." He added, "It's easy deal with them. Board presi- doing is wrong, and provides such actions as loss of privi- them with things they can do leges, community service, so the behavior doesn't occur behavior contracts, or de- RATES in the future. tention. Willful misconduct (continued from front page) The three main goals of could lead in grades, diplo- restorative justice include mas and/or transcripts being amount; $6 million a year maintenance and replace- and businesses would be would like to reach a point accountability, community withheld until community would take 100 years. "This ment costs over the long hardest. A balance between where rates have caught safety, and competency de- service or restorative pro- isn't working for me." haul. the two options is needed, up with need so it won't be velopment. cess are completed. Woerner proposed ap- Public Works Director he added. necessary to have higher The district has estab- Dayna Taylor, vice prin- proving the 6.5% two year Darren Greenwood told the The goal would be to increases. Her concern was lished a list of discipline cipal at Junction K-8 School rate increases, then visit- council that the proposed provide adequate funds to the impact on those living on guidelines that are used and P.J. Daly, principal at ing the issue on a simple increases were necessary replace assets prior to loss fixed incomes. throughout all schools in Altamont Creek Elementary to understand level once a to fund renewal and re- of service or catastrophic That was also the concern dealing with unacceptable School, told the board that comprehensive replacement placement costs, offset past failure, align the timing of of resident Joseph Mason, behavior. Vernoy said that they had seen a change in plan is figured out that would inflation (16% 2008-2014), funding with use of services, who addressed the council students are likely to make culture at their schools since match funding, balance re- and adjust for other post and retain flexibility to take on the topic. He noted that employment benefit (OPED) advantage of market condi- the 6.5% increase along with good choices when they quirements and how to get the program was imple- there. changes. tions. the proposed garbage collec- understand the rules and mented. Councilmember Stew- Since 2008, Greenwood Greenwood said that a tion rise and the potential for consequences for engaging Taylor pointed out that art Gary agreed. "We need noted, the sewage enterprise replacement financing study water rates to increase resi- in behavior that is not appro- social media has been ad- an asset replacement plan fund was able to add money is not yet completed. dents could see a 12 to 15% priate for a school setting. dressed. Students are willing with target points. It would because staff positions were Staff recommends a 12 increase in what they are The guidelines set expecta- to say anything in a text, include having catastrophic left vacant. "We can't con- year ramp-up replacement paying. He said his Social tions for students, parents but not to someone's face. asset money in the bank." tinue to hold those positions funding program to increase Security raise last year was and staff, Vernoy continued. "When we get them together, Councilmember Steven vacant," he stated. the reserves to $6 million 1.7%. "The proposed rates He noted that there still they can move on." Spedowfski also concurred, He said two options were over a 5-year rate program. are a little tough to take for may be situations where a She noted that there is a supporting the first two year considered to deal with re- Proposed increases were someone on a fixed income." suspension would result. waiting list for counseling rate increases with the un- placement costs. One would 6.5% for the first year and Turner had asked whether However, intervention for kids with extra needs derstanding that the city be to collect the money up- 3.5% the final three years, there could be some accom- should be considered prior in regard to dealing with would come back with the front; the second involved equaling a 5.1% average per modation in rates for those to or in lieu of suspension to conflict. asset management plan. borrowing the needed funds. year. According to Green- with low incomes or living resolve disciplinary issues. Trustee Craig Bueno Then future rates could be He noted that under the wood, the city would then be on fixed incomes. Consequences paired with said, "It's good to get these set based on that plan. up-front scenario current back to a pattern of annual Greenwood said that interventions, instruction kids early and teach them." The council asked staff to residents and businesses increases, with the amount Prop. 218, approved by vot- and guidance offer students He wondered about kids come back with an analysis would pay most of the cost. to be determined. ers, does not allow for senior on how to achieve the nec- With debt, future residents Councilmember Laureen or low income rates. DUBLIN essary funding to deal with Turner commented that she (continued from front page) industrial park. Some 3 mil- 618 are above moderate lion square feet, or 45 per- income. The remainder are cent, of the total are under 796 for extremely or very development agreements. low income, 446 for low The vested parcels include income, and 425 for moder- (Opinions voiced in let- media coverage about this to have a bite to eat, hear to the Friends of Tesla Park’s Kaiser, Grafton Station, ate income. Zoning only is ters published in Mailbox are incident called attention music, shop the hundreds of claims whatsoever. the Dublin Transit Center, required. The city does not those of the author and do not the fact that the driver had arts and crafts booths and I believe the time has Promenade, and Subarea 3. have to build the units. necessarily reflect the opin- been to the Livermore Wine rest between visits. come that all groups work Mayor David Hubert re- During the public hear- ion of The Independent. Let- Country Festival before the • Our standards and prac- together to help create a marked, "I've been told that ing on East Dublin, Lisa ter Policy: The Independent accident. The suggestion tices exceed the require- healthy, balanced multi- retail follows residential, Vorderbrueggen, director of will not publish anonymous that he became intoxicated ments set forth by the Cali- user expansion that will be but it feels like we've had governmental affairs for the letters, nor will it publish at the Festival is distress- fornia Alcoholic Beverage a benefit to everyone. Allow a lot of residential growth, Bay Area Building Industry letters without names. Abu- ing, especially since the Commission. the park to expand under the and not a lot of retail and Association, stated that a sive letters may be rejected tragedy occurred more than • While we rely on trained guidance and guidelines that (other commercial uses in Legislative Analyst's study or edited. Frequent letter two hours after the close of volunteers to pour wine and are currently practiced by East Dublin). in March says that coastal writers may have publica- our tasting. Worse, it does beer, we make a point to the State Park. It is best to A staff report points out California needs 100,000 tion of their letters delayed. a great disservice to the oversee these volunteers have a park that is being held that the council reduced East more units per year above Letters should be submitted careful steps our staff and with knowledgeable, paid responsible to meet both lo- Dublin densities by a total what is being built now, just by e-mail to editmail@com- volunteers have taken for the management staff. Tasting cal and state guidelines than of 1464 units in its recent to get close to meeting cur- puserve.com.) past 24 years to ensure the booths are in regular radio to have unregulated use on approvals. However, if there rent housing needs. safest and most enjoyable contact with each other. This private land. Let us work to were further residential den- Another speaker, Mar- Wine Festival experience for our attendees structure, developed in close preserve the historical and sity reductions, the council lene Massetti, said that Rachael Snedecor and community. cooperation with our insur- archeological sites, as the will have to consider the Dublin growth is ahead of Executive Director The police investigation ance carrier, helps ensure expansion allows and make impact on housing reserved itself. The population sits Livermore Downtown Inc. is still ongoing, so many of that in the rare case a cus- this an opportunity to edu- for Regional Housing Needs at 54,000, a figure not ex- Dear Friends: the facts are not in. I would tomer needs to be "cut off," cate future generations about Allication (RHNA) num- pected until 2020. "We can't This past Saturday, a respectfully urge you to it can be done effectively, this area’s history. bers, and rezone in other continue down this road drunk driver took the lives keep these points in mind as securely, and with minimal Most of all the expan- places to meet the RHNA with traffic, overcrowded of two visitors to our com- the discussion of this issue disruption. sion will allow individuals requirements, according schools, and drought. We munity, including a Mother continues: and families an opportunity to the report. The current need to take the time to look and her 14-month-old tod- • We take the utmost Off-Highway Park to pursue their passion. It eight-year RHNA period at everything left, including dler, and inflicted serious precaution to keep Festival Terrell L. Givens allows families a very inex- ends in 2022. downtown, Eastern Dublin, injuries on others. attendees from becoming Livermore pensive way to spend time RHNA requires Dublin commercial, residential, Like so many of you, I intoxicated. The Festival is The recently released together outdoors in the to have land zoned for 2285 and non-residential, and see was shocked and saddened a showcase for thousands Draft Environmental Im- fresh air. An opportunity units to meet the total hous- what we should do as a com- when I learned of this news. of people to sample the best pact report (DEIR) on the for parents to spend quality ing demand. Of that number, munity," she said. As someone who recently of our Valley's wine, beer, Carnegie Park expansion time with their kids not only experienced the loss of an and food. We provide a tast- has provided factual analysis learning to ride but how to adult child, my heart goes ing. 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Alameda County Super- Pacific Alliance, and the Besides Hamann, a mem- visors appointed 20 resi- Longshoremen's Union. ber of Tri-Valley Progres- dents from throughout the Dublin resident Eloise sives who has been active county to what will be a Hamann, who was nomi- on CCA issues, Haggerty's 39-member a steering com- nated to the committee by other District 1 nominees mittee that will work toward Haggerty, told the supervi- were resident Monica Padil- 27 Years in Real Estate creation of a Community sors that it "wasn't right" la and Subash Sundaresan. Choice Aggregate (CCA) that the IBEW held 50 per- Miley's District 4 nomi- power purchasing program. cent of labor seats on the nees were Roger Harris, The appointments were committee. She offered to identified with residential made at the board's May 5 give up her own seat to and commercial solar; Pa- meeting. The motion also achieve a broader diversity mela Evans, county health included an additional mem- of non-profit organizations department, and Victor Uno, ber, Supervisor Scott Hag- included. "Despite the fact IBEW. gerty as the county's unin- I'm nominated, I'd rather The 13 cities in the coun- corporated area government have a balanced committee," ty also will have representa- representative on the panel. said Hamann. tives on the steering com- The program focuses on Supervisor Nate Miley mittee. Planning department making electrical power explained how the IBEW official Bruce Jensen said available more cheaply to wound up among the nomi- that Livermore's represen- consumers using a higher nees submitted by the super- tative is Councilmember percentage of green power visors. The Brown Act for- Steven Spedowfski. Dublin's generation than is offered bids any discussion among is Roger Bradley, who is an by PG&E. The goals will supervisors concerning each assistant to the city manager. be achieved by establishing of the district nominees, Pleasanton is expected to ap- contracts directly with green until a public meeting, such point Councilmember Jerry power suppliers. as the one on May 5. As a Pentin on May 19, said city The total committee result, four of the five super- clerk Karen Diaz. membership was slated to visors happened to nominate Eventually the goal will be 34. Adding Haggerty an IBEW person, said Miley. be for the cities that decide brought the total to 25. The He represents District 4, to participate to form a joint board agreed to expand it which includes Pleasanton, powers authority (JPA), early next month by five Castro Valley and part of perhaps by early 2016, and more members, after hear- Oakland. begin buying power in early ing protests from audience Supervisors chose to ex- 2017, according to county members that only five pand the committee, rather planning director Albert women were among the 20 than rearrange the current Lopez. choices by the five district appointments. supervisors. The total mem- bership would be 39. Each supervisor selected Celebration of Life Planned three nominees from his or Local healthcare organizations and medical experts host her district. There were five a special event for cancer survivors, called Celebration of at-large nominees by the Life – Surviving, Living and Embracing Change, on Mon- full board. day, June 1, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The 23rd Annual Celebration of Life Program will be Some in the audience said Lic. #00979099 they also want more bal- held at the Holiday Inn, located at 6680 Regional Street, ance of organizations in the Dublin. There is no charge for the event. county. They pointed to four The program includes three speakers: members of the IBEW, an • Rishi Sawhney, M.D., oncologist at Valley Medical electrical workers workers Oncology Consultants, will discuss “Surviving Changes union, among the 20 named. after Cancer.” It's fine to have someone • Camille Chabot, cancer survivor and client of the San- on the panel from IBEW, dra J. Wing Healing Therapies Foundation, will speak on since they are an electrical “Living with Cancer.” union, and jobs are impor- • Dr. Vera Packard, HERS Breast Cancer Foundation, will lecture on “Embracing Change.” tant, said one speaker, who The Celebration of Life event is co-sponsored by the works for the CCA Marin American Cancer Society, Cancer Support Community, Clean Energy, and is an Al- HERS Breast Cancer Foundation, Holiday Inn-Dublin, ameda County resident. The Kaiser Permanente, Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapy committee power should Foundation, Sanofi, San Ramon Regional Medical Center, be shared among more or- ValleyCare Health System, and Valley Medical Oncology ganizations, he said. Other Consultants. speakers mentioned such Space is limited. Reservations are required. Caregivers overlooked applicants as are invited. Email [email protected]/ or leave a mes- the Sierra Club, the Asian sage at (925) 934-7640, Option 3, ext. 305 by May 27, 2015. 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Pleasanton Pride Girls U9 Blue played two great games May 3rd against Diablo Scorpions and Pleasanton Pride White. Fusion U10 Girls Gold defeated Pleasanton Rage 05 black, Scorpions' defense was strong, making it difficult for Pride 10-0, Saturday May 9th, to remain undefeated in the spring The Livermore Phantom Lacrosse U-11 team had a great to score. First score of the day was made by Sophia Simonds league. Fusions' offense was solid, maintaining pressure season, finishing in first place for the Northern California with an by Sydney Queen. Emilie Kasper, Rory Keenan, the entire game. Maddie Snodgress had a hat-trick, making 3 Junior Lacrosse Association's U11B division. All players Tatum Krekorian, and Sydney Queen also scored goals during goals in a row. Other goals were scored by Sierra Bradford, played well this season: Kinsey Claudino, Jason Cruz, Bodhi the course of the two games. Charlotte Melaugh, Autumn Rivers Dominguez, Brooke Gale, Lauren Stoneberger, and English, James Foley, Ryan Gill, Josh Gnovel, Nicholas Hall, Johnson, and Subrina Shah had good ground balls and passes Avery White with her first goal of the season. Fusions' Jack Hansen, Keenan Kheirolomoom, Connor Lemmons, to add momentum to the effort. Pictured is Tatum Krekorian. midfield and defense squelched any attempts made on their Jared McQuilliam, Bryce Moy, Aiden Noonan, Ben Operin, goal. Pictured is #18 Maddie Snodgress. Chase Parker, Tate Rosburg, Malachi Schallitz, Jonathan Van Essen, Lucas Wallin and Ben Wojewski. Thank you to the coaches who put in countless hours of volunteer time to make this happen: Mary Claudino, Jack Wojewski, Josh English and Jon Rosburg.

Second baseman Zach Parodi makes a diving attempt at a hard hit ground ball in a Granada Little League Intermediate Gold matchup between Granada and Canyon Creek. Granada won the game on a base hit in The Pleasanton Pride Girls U13B team played at Palo Alto High School May 3rd. The first game against Diablo Scorpions the bottom of the 8th . Photo - Bill Nale was an exciting game. Both teams had a strong offense and defense and maintained a tied score until the last quarter when the Scorpions pulled ahead and won 8-5. Pride’s goals were made by Noe Jue, Alex Lovelock, Olivia Simonds, Sydney Soares and Nikki Trueblood. Goalie Aoife Stapleton The Livermore Phantom Lacrosse U15 team traveled north to had 9 amazing saves. The second game against the Palo play the El Dorado Hills Trojans. Alec Faith scored two goals Alto Tomahawks was a win for the Pride. Pride's offense and CJ Alire, Jaxon McLaren, each netted one goal. Michael was persistent, first goal of the game was scored by Olivia Nowaczyk made the final goal in the last two seconds of the Simonds then Sophia Blackwood, Vasudha Lyer, Madelynn game. Nowaczyk and Angus Stewart each had an assist. Riddle, Bella Rose, and Aoife Stapleton shot for goals. Goalie Goalie Shane Grimes made twelve saves. Pictured are Andrew Grace Caldwell had 6 great saves. Pictured is Eva Bull #46. Choumas, Jacob Yano, and Ethan Weisbrod during the game.

Pictured is the Livermore Girls Softball Association U7 Nightmare team Annabella Piazza, Charlotte Genzale, Delaney Aumua, Harper Hopcus, Jordynn Booe, Kaylie Casados, Lillian Dills, Maggie Pyke, Romy Palme, Savannah Bennett, Sophia Miller, and Taelyr Chamberlain. They are shown after playing The Livermore Phantoms U13 Purple team traveled to El a game where they scored the maximum 4-runs each inning, Dorado Hills this past weekend to close out the regular totally 16 runs. season games. In their first game, the Purple team outmatched the El Dorado Hills White team, winning 11-0. It sociation Management Solutions: The 10U Livermore Girls Softball Association Lightning Both sides brought their best effort was a complete team effort with scoring coming from multiple with Kids & Teens World's Juelian players. Good defense and goalkeeping helped clinch the beat the Gator Girls in Round 1 of the playoffs, 9 to 0. Valenzuela showing awesome effort Kathryn Piscotty and Kate Hankins pitched. Pictured are both and out in the field, Zoe shutout. In their second game, the team played a competitive Shuga's great pitching and first base El Dorado Hills Blue squad and took the lead early. The team Caydence Freitas, Kathryn Piscotty, Terra Hatcher, Hannah plays, and Keira Lee's super play at Temple, Natalie Geiger, Kate Hankins, Emma Hatcher, Aislin 3rd. And Association Management was unable to hold onto the lead and eventually lost 11-5. Solutions matching them with Ashley's The Purple team finished their season with a winning record, Brecheisen, Sydney Gutierrez, Callie Smith, and Kirsten Srouji's big hits, great first base work, Johnston. and solid pitching, Eunoo Cho's solid going 11-5-3 across all games. Pictured is the U13 Purple hitting & 2 super plays getting players team after their win on Saturday. out on 3rd, and Caroline Shimy's great & awesome attitude. Other notable players include Juliette Nudel- Andre, Jules Cooney, Ella McCarthy Sanchez, Audrey Simmons man as shortstop and Stella Short on Tim McGuire Realtor 5, Team E9 Dietz & Watson 8, Scott McElroy third base. Top Players: Kids & Teens 4: At first, it looked like Tim McGuire DDS 4: The two teams squared off World - Keira Lee, Zoe Shuga, Juelian Realtor could not keep up with Team with the visitors jumping out to an Valenzuela; Association Management E9 who showed pitching skills by early lead behind the hitting of Mad- Solutions - Eunoo Cho, Caroline Allison Briggs during the first inning, die Rovira. They then flashed some Shimy, Ashley Srouji striking out a few batters. However, leather, with Rilee Galletti making Hyatt House vs. Association Man- Lois Sotos from Tim McGuire Real- outstanding catches at short and in agement Solutions: Hyatt House's Elah tor made 2 solid hits, scored a for center, and Liv Caponigro catching a Case, Quinn Seltzer & Reese Seltzer, Tim McGuire Realtor setting off the great game while tagging two would- and Association Management Solu- winning mode. Lois also pitched well be runs out at the plate. The home tions’ Rowan Tuite, Lydia Frey, and for 2 and did not give up any crew ignited the comeback behind a Emily Hughes were all hitting big and runs in the 4th. Kylie Beeby did a strong pitching start by Sofia Leanos, playing excellent defense either in the wonderful job for 2 innings as a catcher some slick fielding by Bailey Morita , catching, or pitching. Other and helped Tim McGuire Realtor with at second base, and a from Nella Mandal from Tri-Valley totally awesome players in this game the big home run hit at the bottom of Angelina Amador. Top Players: Dietz were McKenna Charbonneau, Eunoo the fourth. Maura Wiley did well at & Watson - Angelina Amador, Sofia Karate Pleasanton competed Cho, Stella Short, Ashley Srouji, and bat with 2 base hits and scored 2 runs Leanos, Bailey Morita; Scott McElroy in the 2015 USANKF Caroline Shimy. Top Players: Hyatt for Tim McGuire Realtor. The game DDS - Liv Caponigro, Rilee Galletti, of Northern California House - Elah Case, Quinn Seltzer, winning home run was hit by Aubrey Maddie Rovira Reese Seltzer; Association Manage- Tran at the bottom of the fourth, VEP Healthcare 10, Dietz & The West Coast Wildfire U15G closed out the 2014/2015 Western States Invitational ment Solutions - Lydia Frey, Emily which brought Maura home. Team Watson 7: Dietz & Watson Hughes, Rowan Tuite E9’s Megan Kupferman did well at Sofia Leanis had a great performance season among the top 5 teams in all of Northern Tournament. She earned 2nd 8U Division: Gourmet Works vs. catching. Her strong throws stopped in her first ever appearance on the place Girls 6-7 year Beginner/ Pleasanton Police Officers Associa- a few runners from stealing bases. mound throwing to Sammie Gray who California. The girls had an incredible season moving tion: Grace Schmitt of Gourmet Works Megan also connected well at bat with played well behind the plate, throwing up 15 from last year. Novice Kata (forms) and 1st executed an impressive double-play a hard hit, line drive to the outfield out a baserunner, and supported by place Girls 6-7 year Beginner/ in the 1st inning. Madison Notari of which produced a RBI. In the fourth Meagan Scheurlein's strong hitting Novice Kumite (sparring). Pleasanton Police Officers Associa- inning, Sofia Enright threw some fast performance. For the victorious VEP the Pirates with an hit. He went tion shined at shortstop, with a great pitches and strikes for her team. She Healthcare, Lacy Becker was dominant Livermore National LL 2 for 3 on the day. Tanner Breesch hit Her sparring match was throw to Katherine Foster at 1st Base did a wonderful job and executed great on the mound and the entire team's Livermore National Little League 3 for 3 with a double in the 3rd inning. one of the highlights of the to make a key out in the 3rd. Meadow skills. Top Players: Tim McGuire Real- defense was excellent highlighted by results: Trevor Olmo had a great day at the plate Castaneda and Nadia Brown had tor - Kylie Beeby, Lois Sotos, Maura Maci Briggs' leaping, backhanded Majors: LNLL Pirates 4, Major at 2 for 3, scored a run and batted in tournament, she had the impressive RBI hits in the final in- Wiley; Team E9 - Allison Briggs, Sofia of a line-drive to center field LALL Giants 3: For the Pirates: Ty two runs. Caleb McGiboney was the crowd cheering for her right ning. Top Players: Pleasanton Police Enright, Megan Kupferman and Makayla Rios amazing glove Clappin had an all around great night fourth pitcher used by the Pirates. He Officers Association - Meadow Cas- Middle School Teal: VEP Health- work and arm at shortstop. Top Play- pitching a complete game and getting ended the day by striking out the side after she scored her first taneda, Abigail Kent, Penelope White; care 16, Tim McGuire Realtor 7: Lacy ers: VEP Healthcare - Lacy Becker, 3 hits for 2 RBI's. Riley Scott showed in the bottom of the 4th inning. The point of the match. She had Gourmet Works - Grace Schmitt, Tiana Becker scored three runs in support of Maci Briggs, Makayla Rios; Dietz & his power, hitting a lead-off double Rangers started their scoring in the Sole, McKenna Tuite her own strong pitching performance Watson - Sammie Gray, Sofia Leanis, in the first and sixth inning. Anthony first. Quinn Wetzel and Cody Terpstra a deficit of 5 points, 0-5, Pleasanton Police Officers As- for VEP Healthcare and was assisted by Meagan Scheurlein Molleson had two singles and made an walked. Trevor Straume smacked a and then found herself and sociation vs. Active Family: . Emma Alex Amavizca's glove behind home San Jose Boiler Works 13, Summit impressive diving catch in right field. ground ball scoring both runners and Shenefiel led the Pleasanton Police plate and Kat Garber who reached base Financial 8: In a well-played game, Michael Ayler had the go ahead RBI making it to third base. After two more executed kicks, each worth Officers Association’s defense by on all four plate appearances. For Tim Summit Financial's Grace Habner had single in the top of the sixth. walks to Seph Freitas and Luke Mifsud 2 points, to win the match, catching an impressive three pop- McGuire Realtor, Natalie Maedler 2 great at bats, Katie Jones scored a run Giants 12, Pirates 0: For the Pi- to load the bases, the Rangers scored flies. Sydney Costello was hot on the scored twice, going 2-for-3 with 1 RBI and Macy Mendez had a line drive and rates: Garret Gomes skillfully caught a another pair of runs with walks to Grant 8-7. Her final opponent was mound for Active Family, including while Anika Nicolas was also 2-for-3 scored a run. San Jose Boiler Works’ ball in foul territory against the fence. Vonheeder and Enzo Battaglia. Scoring about 1 foot taller than she is. catching a pop-fly in the 3rd inning. at the plate with a long double and Morgan Barrowcliff played a great Anthony McCune played great defense continued in the second. DJ Santiago, Zoe Wagner fought hard at the plate, 2 RBI's in support of her own solid defensive game at 1st, and scored 2 in center. For the Giants: Chanston Quinn Wetzel, and Cody Terpstra all with a of fouls that led to a great performance as pitcher throwing to runs, Kayla Galvez stole home, and Bright pitched an extraordinary com- walked to lead off the inning. Dylan base hit for Pleasanton Police Officer’s Julia Thomas whose glove work at Emily Sanchez had a nice hit and plete game shutout allowing only one Garcia was hit by a for an RBI. Pleasanton GSA Association. Brooke Felbinger had an catcher prevented several runners from scored a run. Top Players: San Jose hit. Angel Ixta had a jaw dropping day Pleasanton Girls Softball League Trevor singled again for two more excellent hit that brought in two runs stealing. Top Players: VEP Healthcare - Boiler Works - Morgan Barrowcliff, at the plate hitting two 3-run home RBIs. Seph Freitas kept the rally going results: for Active Family. Top Players: Active Alex Amavizca, Lacy Becker, Katalina Kayla Galvez, Emily Sanchez; Summit runs. James Foley hit an impressive 7U Division: Hyatt House vs. with a single for another RBI as the Family - Sydney Costello, Brooke Garber; Tim McGuire Realtor - Natalie Financial - Grace Habner, Katie Jones, RBI double in the 4th inning. Rangers added four more runs. In the Association Management Solu- Felbinger, Ellen Glaser; Pleasanton Maedler, Anika Nicolas, Julia Thomas Macy Mendez AA Division: Giants vs. Red Sox: third, Beckett Kohn walked and stole tions: The (Hyatt House) Huskies Police Officers Association - Nadia Dietz & Watson 10, San Jose San Jose Boiler Works 10, Dietz For the Red Sox in the bottom of the second. DJ secured his second walk. played a riveting game against (As- Brown, Annalise DeMange, Emma Boiler Works 6: The visiting San & Watson 8: In a very exciting game, 4th, Simran Chatha caught a hard hit After a double steal by Beckett and DJ, sociation Management Solutions) Shenefiel Jose Boiler Works jumping out to the Dietz & Watson's Clair Enright per- ball in left field to hold the runners. Quinn walked for the third time in the Double Trouble. Star players were 10U Teal: Team E9 6, Valley early lead with some timely hitting formed great as short stop, Darina Dylan Jones pitched a great 4th inning game to load the bases. Cody notched Hyatt House's Ashley Reyes, Elah Plumbing 0: Team E9’s offense was and two great catches in center field Wolfe pitched two good innings and with three strike outs. Jake Sekany an RBI with his third walk. With the Choudhry, and Aurora Nicolas who highlighted by Sophia Enright’s two by Kayla Galvez and Emily Sanchez, had 2 hits, and Valerie McKeever pitched a great last inning to close bases loaded, Dylan smashed a double, were all big hitters, and Association hits that both led to scores, and Olivia respectively. Audrey Simmons pitched had 2 RBIs and closed as pitcher. San out the game. scoring two more. Trevor walked to Management Solutions' Lydia Frey, Terrell’s two RBI’s. Jessica Ryu and in with a ringing double into center. The Jose Boiler Works' Kayla Galvez had A’s vs. Nationals: The A's were load the bases. Seph swatted his second who showed perseverance at the Erin Rodriguez both had good at-bats home Dietz and Watson crew clawed 2 RBI's and scored 2x, Ellie McElroy swinging their bats in the second half RBI single of the game. Luke had an bat, and McKenna Charbonneau and as well. For Valley Plumbing, Jules back behind excellent scored a run and pitched a 3up/3down of Monday's game to make it a close RBI walk to end the inning. Luke had Ashley Mantha, who hit hard and Cooney, Claire Andre, and Danielle by Bailey Morita. Christina Herd- 5th inning, and Kristina Cuevas played one against the Nationals. Eric Guttier- an outstanding outing as a pitcher. He played skillfully in each inning. Top Terzich had great games on defense. man finished with three solid innings a great defensive game as catcher and rez hit a double and brought in a run. struck out two in the first inning, then Players: Association Management Another Valley Plumbing star was Ella on the mound, with catcher Sammie hit a double, and RBI. Top Players: San Jacob McLaughlin also hit a double he struck out the side in the second. Solutions - McKenna Charbonneau, McCarthy who pitched two Gray pouncing from behind home to Jose Boiler Works - Kristina Cuevas, for 2 more runs. Quinn also pitched well, giving up only Lydia Frey, Ashley Mantha; Hyatt to keep Team E9 scoreless in the make the final out. Top Players: Dietz Kayla Galvez, Ellie McElroy; Dietz Rangers vs. Pirates: The Rangers one run in an inning and 2/3 of work. House - Elah Choudhry, Aurora second inning. Top Players: Team & Watson - Sammie Gray, Christina & Watson - Clair Enright, Valerie and Pirates played an exciting game Seph began the Rangers’ first pickle Nicolas, Ashley Reyes E9 - Sophia Enright, Jessica Ryu, Ol- Herdman, Bailey Morita; San Jose McKeever, Darina Wolfe in their second consecutive meeting. of the season during the third inning. Kids & Teens World vs. As- ivia Terrell; Valley Plumbing - Claire Boiler Works - Kayla Galvez, Emily Stephen Wehmann led off the game for When the Pirate runner on second took The Independent, MAY 14, 2015 - PAGE 7

runs in regulation innings with the Rangers led by Erik Schock who went 4 for 4 with 3 doubles, 3 RBI's, and 3 runs scored and Devin Ingersoll 4 for 4 with 2 doubles, 3 RBI's, and a run scored. In the top of the 6th with the score tied 14-14, the Orioles pushed across what might have been the win- ning runs, however the Rangers made things exciting by scoring two of their own and had Schock, who represented the winning run, on second with three heavy hitters due up and only one out. He would not get past third before the final out was made sending the game into . The Orioles scored 3 runs in the top of the next inning on a homerun, and the Rangers went down 1, 2, 3 in the bottom half losing just their third game of the season. Rangers' Star of the Game: Erik Schock 5/7 - Yankees 8, Cardinals 7: The Yankees were able to hold on to a 1 run lead to beat the Cardinals. Strong hitting from Ryker Bortoli, Chrissy Creeden and Daniel Correa gave the Photo - Doug Jorgensen Yankees an early lead. In the final Stage 3 of the Amgen Tour of California bicycle race inning with the Cardinals down by 1 with the bases loaded, Mickey Creeden passed through Livermore on Tues., May 12. Riders made a game saving catch at 3rd base and was awarded the game ball. traveled Calaveras Road to Mines Road before heading Yankees' Star of the Game: Mickey up Mount Hamilton during the 105 mile stage. Creeden 5/9 - Yankees 19, Athletics 8: Yankees' offense came alive Saturday off for third, Seph gunned the ball to victory on Saturday at GLL Field two. With five runs in the first three innings, afternoon. The top 3 hitters for the Luke at third base, easily beating the Yankees, Luke Mederos, Ryker Bortoli runner. The runner turned to go back the Royals left no doubt about the eventual outcome. A two-run double by and Christian Jose came through with to second, but Luke threw to Beckett a hit at each of their 6 at bats. Vincent at second who returned the throw to Mathieu R in the first inning supplied the early offense for the Royals. Dylan Betonio and Geoffrey Huang also fol- Luke for the tag-out lowed up with strong bats and Amaya A Division: A’s vs. Giants: A’s B racked up three RBIs on one hit for the Royals. He tripled in the fourth in- Baca had her best hit of the season. Photo - Doug Jorgensen were on fire today. There were three Yankees' Stars of the Game: Luke players that displayed great teamwork. ning. Aidan B had an impressive outing against the Yankees' lineup. B gave up Mederos and Amaya Baca Livermore High School varsity baseball team scored three runs in the top of the Jamier Snowden at second, stopped AAA Division: 5/5 - Yankees the ball, threw it to Zyston Bright at just two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out four during 21, Rangers 6: Although the Rangers 4th. That was all they would need to shutout Amador Valley High School 3 to 0 in an first base to get the runner out. Pitcher didn't win the game, as a team effort, Matteo Lortie stopped the ball, threw his four innings of work. The Royals EBAL game. brought home three runs in the third this was one of the best overall games. it to Zyston Bright for the second out. Tyler Bury crushed one over first for a For the third out in the inning, Bright inning, and matched that run total in the fifth. In the third, the Royals scored home run. Rangers' Star of the Game: To register a child for either of the http://www.active.com/livermore-ca/ made a stop of the ball on first base to Justin Grumm for hitting; Tyler Delisle get the last runner out. on a , bringing home Aiden fall soccer programs, or for more in- running/distance-running-races/7th- L. The Royals added four more runs for big hits annual-hook-and-ladder-run-2015 Jao quin Nationals vs. Red Sox: The Na- 5/9 - Orioles 1, Giants 9: Giants' formation, visit the Fusion SC website tionals and Red Sox played Thursday. in the top of the fourth. A bases loaded at www.fusionsc.org or call the office Event website: www.onyour- walk scored Landon P to get the Royals pitcher Mason Rosa pitched a perfect markevents.com . For the Nationals, Ryan Loder had a game up until the 5th inning when a at 925-443-7570. good game offensively and defensive- on the board in the inning. That was Roofing followed up by Dylan's , scoring walk and an landed two Orioles ly. He hustled in the outfield, chasing on base, leading to their only run of down balls and showed power with Mateo W, Donovan H and Aiden. Hook and Ladder Run Baseball Camps Cardinals 5, Giants 4: Cardinals the game. The Orioles battled hard at Thunder Sox Baseball Club is (209) 277-1909 the bat getting on base three times. the plate, but were unable to produce The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire- Jacob Talley caught a high pop fly at and Giants each put runners in scoring fighters Foundation will be hosting holding baseball camps in Livermore position on Saturday, but the Cardinals at hit. In the 2nd inning, Jadon Cam- this summer. The first came will be • New & Repair pitcher position to end an inning. Also pagna placed one hard and deep into the 7th Annual Hook and Ladder having performances were Christian capitalized on more RBI opportunities, Run, Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Wente held July 6-10, the second, July 13-17, pulling out a 5-4 win at GLL Field centerfield. What should have been a • Residential Millies , Emilio Henthorn and Aydon solid double for Campagna was caught Vineyards, located at 5050 Arroyo Rd. both from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Camps Hamilton-Bealum. two. The Giants had 15 hits compared Livermore. This event will include a are open to ages 8U-13U. Cost is $250 with the Cardinals' six, but the Giants by centerfielder Karl Meyers. Rosa • Commercial Rockies vs. Yankees: Another had 14 strikeouts when he reached his 5K run/walk, 10K run, and a kids’ 1 per week. For information go to www. strong batting game for the Rockies. stranded 11 runners. The Giants were mile fun run. The event benefits the TsoxBaseball.com. To register, email unable to match the Cardinals down pitching limit in the 5th inning. Daniel Gutter • Inspections Langston Bradley went five for five, Villasenor took over on the mound in Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Coach Lonsdale at TsoxBaseball@ and Zach Nalich hit a hard line drive the stretch. 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For more information: livermorerodeofoundation.org Deadline to enter: May 29, 2015 PAGE 8 - The Independent, MAY 14, 2015 AIRCRAFT (continued from front page) Memorial Day and Tues- when all hell broke loose on day, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. a balmy Sunday morning in Admission is $12 for adults, Pearl Harbor. After recov- $6 for children under 12. ering from nearby blasts, Parking is free. The airport Hengl swung into action. is located at 636 Terminal "The Japanese had Circle. bombed all our aircraft on The Wings of Freedom Ford Island," said daughter Tour visits more than 120 Mary Hengl. "But my father airports across the coun- knew there were two planes try each year, including its in a hanger that were not in three-day stop in the Tri- commission. Without the Valley over Memorial Day proper permission from his weekend that began in 1992. commanders he went to the Once-in-a-lifetime flights hanger. No one was in the Painted Finch. aboard the B-17 and B-24 supply booth so he took it are offered for $450 per upon himself to get those Program On person, and aboard the B-25 planes in the air. They ended for $400. Flight-training up being the first planes fly- Audubon sessions on the P-51 start at ing to scout whether there $2,200. For flight reserva- were more Japanese aircraft Planned at tions, call (978)562-9182. around. Because he did this Photo - Doug Jorgensen Visiting the display is without the proper permis- The Library free for WWII veterans, sion, he was almost court- The 2nd Ag Adventure Day was held May 7 at Livermore High School (LHS). The many of whom attend in martialed but after review day provides third graders the opportunity to learn about Livermore's agricultural Author Shirley Streshin- uniform to share thier sto- of his actions, he was instead industries and history. The event was hosted through a joint effort of the LHS Ag sky will discuss the life and ries. It is in these stories commended." Department and community volunteers. Each group of third graders took part in legacy of J.J. Audubon, the that a deeper understanding Although Walter Hughes presentations, exhibits and hands-on activities. Various stations included information man who created one of the of and appreciation for U.S. had never been in an air- about beef cattle, horses, roping, branding, sheep shearing, growing olives and world’s greatest bodies of veterans takes hold. plane, he volunteered for the pistachios, raising rabbits and chickens, planting, land and water conservation, art: The Birds of America. John Shirley was a 20 air force because, "I didn't year old army soldier fight- want to be in the infantry." viticulture, beekeeping, and more. She will be joined by special ing in Italy when he noticed, From 1942-45 he flew 35 guests John and Barbara while eating a loaf of dark missions out of England. Robeson who are members bread and lima beans, a During one, on the intermi- of the National Audubon German face down in the nable journey toward their Society and the Nature Con- dirt with a horrendous head target, Hughes' copilot was servancy. John and Barbara wound. shot. He slumped, mortally will present a slideshow of "Part of his skull bone wounded, over his controls. PATHWAYS Audubon’s early drawings of was gone and a portion of his Hughes had no choice but to (continued from front page) birds and talk about some of brain was exposed," Shirley complete the mission, alone ported on the success of CTE opportunity to participate attend classes at Las Positas. Audubon’s birds that are fly- recalled. "Suddenly, the sol- in a small cockpit with his and plans for the future at in nine of the fifteen indus- From 8 to 11 a.m. the focus ing in the skies all around us. dier tried to raise up a little dead copilot beside him. last week's Livermore Valley try sectors identified by the will be on high school Eng- The program will be pre- on one elbow. Half of his Hughes can often be seen Joint Unified School District State of California. lish and social science. The sented on Sunday, May 17, face was gone. It didn't seem at Livermore's Wings of Board of Trustees meeting. Robbins noted that the rest of the day they take 2015 at 2pm, at the Liver- possible that he was alive. Freedom Tour, still trim Robbins stated that the district is one of the few classes on campus." Duncan more Public Library Civic He uttered a faint sound and in his Air Force uniform, district has helped build left offering an agriculture said that 44 students tested collapsed. I had killed my standing before the type of K-12 pathways. For ex- pathway. Other pathways for the program; now, 30 Center, 1188 South Liver- share of enemy soldiers, but plane, a B-24, that he flew more Avenue. This event is ample, in grades 6-8, the include the green engineer- are registered for classes I had never killed a prisoner so long ago. gateways to technology ing academy, biotechnology starting this fall. free. Copies of the book will or a wounded man. If ever With even the youngest be available for purchase. program is now offered at related to the medical field, Duncan said of the future, a mercy killing was justified, WWII veterans approach- East Avenue, Mendenhall, and a culinary academy. some pathways will be ex- Audubon: Life and Art I was sure this was it, but I ing age 90, more stories slip Christensen and Joe Michell. The trustees approved a panded to make it possible in the American Wilderness hesitated. It seemed wrong, away each year. But for When these students reach new computer science path- for students to earn certifica- is the compelling story of a yet it seemed merciful, and now, it is not yet too late to high school, they are taught way at the meeting. tion in a particular field. Ad- legendary artist and an eter- I ended the poor man's life." shake a hero's hand. skills to build on what they The ROP partnership vanced manufacturing is one nal American hero. In 1803, Adolph Hengl was below To learn more, visit have already learned. makes it possible for Liver- area that will be addressed. an eighteen-year-old West deck on the USS Tennessee collingsfoundation.org. The district offers the more students to participate Right now, t welding classes Indies–born Frenchman ar- in all of the industry sectors. are being provided. rived in New York City, flee- Livermore high schools In the future, expansion ing Napoleon’s conscription. Teams Chosen to Take Part in house the majority of the of the program would have His work would become in- CTE courses offered. If a Las Positas teachers on high extricably entwined with the course were not available school campuses at night new world he so proudly ad- DOE LabCorps Pilot Program at a student’s current high teaching classes. opted in his motto “America, school, the student may con- Trustee Chuck Rogge my country.” Inspired by the currently enroll in the other suggested that hydrology Sandia National Labo- ponents, such as gear boxes a collaboration between high school in order to par- and machining would be primeval forests and the vast ratories’ Twistact and Law- and brush contacts. LLNL, Sandia, the i-GATE flocks of birds that thrived ticipate in the desired class. good pathways. He pointed rence Livermore National LLNL’s Optimization of Innovation Hub and the This opportunity not only out that there are five major in them, Audubon spent the Laboratory’s (LLNL) Op- Building Efficiency intends University of California at applies within the District, machine shops in Liver- next several decades of his timization of Building Ef- to improve energy efficiency Davis Child Family Institute but also extends to Dublin more. "Those types of jobs life painstakingly document- ficiency projects have been in commercial buildings for Innovation and Entre- and Pleasanton, where other cannot be exported." ing the birds of the American selected as the Livermore through better control tech- preneurship. Over the past ROP courses are offered. Trustee Chris Wenzel wilderness. He traveled Valley Site’s participants nology. two months, researchers at- All of the pathways and wondered about public ser- the back roads and bayous, in the Energy Department’s The announcement was tended a series of seminars programs offer project- vice as a pathway. He asked searching out and studying LabCorps pilot program. made at an event at the i- at the university and i-GATE based learning and extend whether the district could The goal of LabCorps GATE Innovation Hub. Join- to prepare for the final pitch the birds that were his pas- ing in the celebration were before the Livermore Valley opportunities for students. develop programs by work- time and passion. He spent is to accelerate the trans- The Green Engineering ing with the sheriff's depart- fer of innovative clean en- Rep. Eric Swalwell, Liver- Site selection committee. Academy includes students ment. long, silent hours observing ergy technologies from the more Mayor John March- “LabCorps has given them in the wild. He was no enrolled in grades 9-12 and Duncan said that a public Department of Energy’s and; Sandia Vice President these researchers an op- extends to the middle school service pathway has been amateur ornithologist; rather, national laboratories into Marianne Walck; Goldstein; portunity to develop their he drew his birds from life feeder programs, consisting proposed. The Alameda the marketplace. The pro- i-GATE executive director business and entrepreneurial of the elective sequence of County Sheriff's Department and his work always carried gram aims to better train Brandon Cardwell; and re- skills,” said Jim Presley, the line “drawn from nature Science, Technology, Engi- has been asked to partner to and empower national lab searchers from Sandia and an investor with Pacific neering, and Mathematics build a pathway at its train- by J. J. Audubon.” researchers to successfully LLNL. Private Capital who is on (STEM) Exploration I and ing center. Combining meticulous transition their discoveries “Transitioning clean en- the LabCorps Industrial II. Utilizing Project Lead Board president Kate scholarship with the dra- into high-impact, real-world ergy technologies from the Advisory Board. “From the the Way (PLTW) STEM Runyon commented, "This matic life story of a natural- technologies in the private laboratory to the market- first interactions to now, curriculum, both the middle is very encouraging. ROP ist and pioneer, Streshinsky sector. place is difficult, but it’s I have seen a transforma- and high school programs was a program that was in examines the artist's journals The winning principal also vitally important that tion in their understanding were developed to prepare real jeopardy. What I love and letters to tell the story of investigators, Jeff Koplow we do so,” said Walck. “This of business concepts. The students for the high-tech, are the many opportunities Audubon's quest, the origins of Sandia and Yining Qin is a great opportunity for LabCorps participants will high-skill global economy. for students to do real work of LLNL, will each receive our researchers to receive greatly increase the chances of the American spirit, and federal support for their en- of attracting investors to pull Duncan noted that new while they are attending the sacrifice that resulted in $75,000 to develop com- resources are available on- school. I'm glad to hear en- mercialization plans for trepreneurial efforts.” the technologies into the line to provide information rollment is up." one of the world's greatest the technologies. The two The Livermore Valley commercial world.” bodies of art: The Birds of on the various pathways for project teams, which consist Site LabCorps program is both students and parents. America. of the principal investiga- This program is part of She said that one of the tor, an entrepreneurial lead benefits of having devel- the Friends Authors and representative, and industry Local Conpany Participates Arts Series, supported by the oped skills in high school adviser, will attend Lab- that apply to the real world, Friends of the Livermore Li- in International Project Corps entrepreneur training Grid Alternatives, a local Bay Area nonprofit organiza- students are employable brary. For additional events, later this year. tion, provides solar energy to low income homes and even while they are getting an view the library’s website at The teams also will have education. access to a suite of com- provides a path to work in the solar industry. www.livermorelibrary.net. By installing over 5,000 solar systems and providing on- Concurrent classes are mercialization resources, available, where students including technology vali- the-job training to over 18,000 volunteers, Grid Alternatives caught the attention of CNN, which recently highlighted can earn college credit from dation and testing, facility Las Positas College through access, techno-economic their work in the United States. Grid Alternatives is also helping on a global basis by coordinating volunteers to in- middle college. "I am ex- analysis and other incuba- cited about it. Students will PCA tion services. stall solar power systems in countries where they’ve never (continued from front page) “This program under- had electricity before. scores the value of the part- Grid Alternatives and their mission inspired Tri Valley’s scape improvements, and nership between Sandia very own Solar Universe franchise owner Chris Moody. He Livermore Cinemas parks and riparian corridor Livermore, Lawrence Liver- recently donated time and significant materials to Grid Al- pitch perfect 2 (pg13) 12:00 1:00 2:45 3:45 5:45 6:45 8:30 9:30 enhancements. They would more and i-GATE to suc- ternatives for the community of Potrero del Platanal, Boaco, be eligible for ABAG funds. cessfully commercialize lab- Nicaragua. This community resides in mountainous terrain Mad max: fury road (r) 11:40 12:45 2:20 4:15 5:15 7:15 8:15 9:55 Livermore has contacted oratory ideas,” said LLNL with no access to conventional grid electricity. Mad max: fury road (r)-3d-DBOx 12:00 2:50 5:45 8:45 agencies with overlapping Director Bill Goldstein. “I Moody explains, “It’s not often that we think about how Avengers: age of ultron (pg13) 11:55 1:25 2:25 3:35 5:00 6:05 jurisdiction for comment look forward to seeing these people live in other parts of the world. After speaking to the 7:15 8:45 9:45 and review of its applica- energy technologies move to director about the program, I realized we were able to help avengers: age of ultron (pg13)-3d 12:55 4:35 8:15 the marketplace.” tion proposal. These in- these communities in a real way. It’s humbling.” hot pursuit (pg13) 12:00 2:15 4:35 7:00 9:25 clude Alameda County, East Sandia’s Twistact tech- It took three days for Grid Alternatives and a local solar nology, a fundamentally age of adAline (pg13) 12:55 3:50 6:45 9:15 Bay Regional Park District, company to install a total of 40 solar power systems in Livermore Area Recreation new concept for bringing paul blart: Mall cop 2 (pg) 12:00 2:25 4:50 7:15 9:45 more wind energy to the Potrero del Platanal. The community can now enjoy many and Park District, and Zone of the daily conveniences many take for granted like fans, ex machina (r) 6:50 9:35 7. Staff’s preliminary con- grid, enables novel wind tur- home (pg) 11:50 2:10 4:30 bine designs that eliminate lamps and even TVs. versations with representa- exotic rare-earth materials For questions or additional details about this initiative, preview May 21: tives from these jurisdictions and high-maintenance com- please contact Tri Valley Solar Universe at solar@trival- poltergiest (pg13) 8:00 indicate support. leysun.com.

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Helping Out should come together to achieve For more information about two-dimensional or low-relief, Supervisors by the Arts Com- Youth division also includes a Keller Williams associates extraordinary things to help oth- RED Day, visit (www.kw.com/ wall-mounted artwork are invit- mission. Nominees must be School Projects category and may be taking the day off on ers," said team leader Jennifer redday.) ed to apply. More than $100,000 residents of Alameda County. Talent competition. Categories Thursday, May 14, 2015, but Haus. "We all know that filling is available to purchase artwork. Nominations must be sub- divisions accommodate all it will hardly be a day of rest. all the gaps in our communities Arts Deadlines This opportunity is open to mitted online at www.acgov. ages, from 3-years-old and up, Associates with Keller Williams can't be accomplished by serv- May 15th is the deadline practicing, professional visual org/arts/awards. For more in addition to a range of ability Tri Valley have chosen to “Give ing just once a year. RED Day for two important opportunities artists who live, work, or rent/ information about these op- levels, including physically and/ Where They Live” as part of just happens to be the one-day offered through the Alameda own an artist’s studio in Alam- portunities, contact the Office or mentally challenged. RED Day, the company's an- expression of the constant state County Arts Commission. Al- eda County. of the Arts Commission at Exhibit sub-categories range nual day of service, dedicated of the Keller Williams culture. ameda County artists can apply The 2015 Alameda County [email protected] or from standards like pie baking, to Renewing, Energizing, and We see a need, discover who can to have their artwork considered Arts Leadership Awards is an (510) 208-9646. quilt making and rose growing, Donating to their local com- meet it and get it done.” for the County’s Art Collection annual program that enables the to more niche competitive areas munity. Since the first RED Day and community members can Alameda County Arts Commis- County Fair Entries such as Christmas Tree Deco- As part of the RED Day ef- in 2009, Keller Williams as- submit nominations for the 2015 sion to recognize five individu- Entries are being accepted rating, Pinterest Patriotic Art, fort, KW Tri-Valley has chosen sociates have given hundreds of Alameda County Arts Leader- als, one from each of the five for competitions at the Alameda Home Brew and Winemaking, to spend the day at the home of thousands of hours of commu- ship Awards. districts of the Alameda County County Fair. Loom Bracelet Design, Robot- a local veteran working on his nity service through activities Through the Alameda Coun- Board of Supervisors, for their Adult and Youth Exhibit ics, and more. home from the inside out repair- ranging from food and blood ty Artwork Purchase Program outstanding achievements and divisions both offer a range of Other categories include ing, restoring and cleaning it to drives to rebuilding homes and existing artwork will be ac- contributions impacting the arts competitive categories such Knitting/Crochet, Needle- give back to a gentlemen who schools for community mem- quired and installed at County community and the residents as Culinary Arts, Garden & work, Scrapbooking, Ceram- has given to our country. bers in need. To this day, it is buildings for the benefit and of Alameda County. Award Floral, Fiber Arts, Hand Crafts, ics, Stained Glass, Dolls, "RED Day is built on the one of the largest events in the enjoyment of the general public. recipients will be presented to Hobbies & Collections and Woodworking, Cake/Cupcake belief that people can and real estate industry. the Alameda County Board of Professional artists who make Science & Technology. The (continued on page 12)

Hathily P. Johnson John and Ryan. to the American Cancer on Sun- were carefully monitored later married Walt Sullivan. Pleasanton Resident A Celebration of life will Society. day, April by the teachers and students Helen and Fred moved to the Died April 17, 2015 be held in Vacaville in Sep- 26, 2015. through the hatching of the Hayward Hills in 1956 when Born in Southern Cali- tember. In Memorium During chicks which brought great Fred transferred to Oakland fornia in 1924, Hathily was In lieu of flowers please the entire cheers and excitement for for a job opportunity. raised in the Pasadena area donate to the American Can- Alma Guadalupe ordeal she all. The chicks were then Helen was an active wife, and went to the University cer Society or FirstBook.org Lauwerys Spring never lost collected and displayed at mother and homemaker who of Arizona in Tucson un- Oct. 4, 1968 – April 29, 2015 her ability the district Science Fair to dedicated herself to her hus- til World War II when her Rosalie Armstrong Pleasanton resident Alma to smile everyone’s delight. The band and daughters. Helen mother wanted her close to Guadalupe Lauwerys Spring and enjoy project took a First Place loved flowers and was an home. Walker Levinson was only 46 years old when the pres- ribbon several times. avid gardener who designed Hathily met her future Rosalie Armstrong Walk- she was taken suddenly from ence of During her life she en- and grew beautiful flower husband through a friend- er Levinson passed away the lives both fam- joyed many sports activities beds. She loved to sew and ship with his sister. After her April 16, 2015 in Liver- of her lov- ily and her many friends who and kept herself in remark- especially enjoyed designing family moved back to Sola- more, California. She was ing fam- visited. She will be greatly ably good condition. She and creating stitchery. no County, Hathily and Wal- born June 9,1926 in Park ily and missed by all who knew her. was a longtime member Helen and her husband ter ("Brady") married and City, Montana to educators friends on She is survived by Michael, of Club Sport in Pleasan- Fred enjoyed traveling. She settled briefly on a ranch at Perry D and Rosina Guthrie April 29, her two sisters, Kay Doan ton where she worked out visited all 50 states. For Mokelumne Hill. They then Armstrong. 2015. She and Linda Haderer (Paul regularly. She played ladies’ over 40 years, Helen and moved to Orinda and began For health reasons in leaves be- Haderer); sister-in-law Su- softball, skied often with Mi- Fred traveled many times to many adventures including 1931,the family moved to hind her san Schwerin, and nephew chael, fly fished and golfed. all of the islands of Hawaii, sailing twice to and living North West Montana pur- loving Kyle Schwerin and niece And after her retirement, she cruising from San Francisco in the South Pacific with chasing property near For- husband Kelly Schwerin; nieces Car- continued her daily jogging to Honolulu on the Matson their small children. Hathily tine where Rosalie attended of 24 years, Landon; her son rie Doan Higgins, and Amy and walking, her workouts at Lines’ ss Lurline. She moved with the children in Lincoln High School in Shane, daughter Miranda, Doan Mason (Michael Ma- the club and hiked many bay and Fred traveled to many 1957 to her father-in-law's Eureka. In 1943 the family mother Gloria Cedillo, fa- son), and grand-nieces Erin area trails with her hiking locations in North America, Pleasanton ranch where they moved to the Los Angeles ther Peter Lauwerys, brother Higgins and Miranda Ma- club. With great determina- Europe, Asia, North Africa, lived until 1979 when she area where she graduat- Emilio Lauwerys and a vast son; and nephew Nicholas tion she continued all these the Caribbean, the British moved to a house "in town." ed from Hollywood High community of loving friends Haderer (Chelsea Haderer), activities until she was phys- Isles and the Mediterranean. Hathily was a devoted School and became em- and students. Her brother, and grand-nephews Nathan- ically unable to continue due Helen loved to attend, mother and dear friend. She ployed at the military instal- Pierre Lauwerys, preceded iel and Liam Haderer. to the effects of ALS. support and celebrate the loved being a Cub Scout den lation at Inyokern, There she her in death. She gradu- Ann was born to Robert The family is hosting “A activities of her grandchil- mother, cheering on her chil- met her future husband H. ated from McClatchy High and Alice Wilson in Wash- Celebration of the Life of dren. She loved to watch her dren in various sports and Clyde Walker. School in Sacramento in ington, D.C. She was the Ann Kyle” on Sunday, May grandson Dane play soccer activities, dancing around The couple moved to 1986 and graduated from second of three daughters. 31, 2015, starting at 1:00 and was a Ballistic Soccer the house, family car trips Bozeman, Montana before UC Davis in 1990. She spent her early years on pm, at the home and gardens supporter. Helen will be and traveling. She played moving to Albuquerque It is difficult to describe the east coast. When she was of Susan Schwerin, located dearly missed by her family tennis with her friends at New Mexico, where they what the lives of her fam- junior high age she moved at 2708 Danville Blvd, Ala- and friends. Castlewood for many years both were employed by ily and friends will be like with the Wilson family to mo, CA 94507. All friends, A celebration of Helen's and was a founding member the Sandia Corporation. without her enormous spirit Stuttgart, Germany. Ann’s teachers, students and par- life will be held on Friday, of the Golden Acorn Chap- They moved to Livermore and beautiful voice reaching father was a Director with ents are invited. The family May 15th at 11:00am at ter of the Children’s Home in 1956. Rosalie completed out to us. Alma seemed to be the American Red Cross suggests that any donations the Centerpointe Church, Society. She was always her education, receiving her infused with boundless ener- assigned to the European in Ann’s honor be made to 3410 Cornerstone Court, smiling and cheerful. Hath- Bachelors degree in Clinical gy, capable of being a wife, headquarters. Ann’s father the UCSF ALS Clinic, 400 Pleasanton. ily was diagnosed in 1997 Psychology,and her Masters mother, friend, counselor, was then transferred to the Parnassus Avenue, San Fran- with Alzheimer's and began degree in Public Administra- activist all at once; her love San Francisco Red Cross of- cisco, California, 94143. tion while commuting and for all she knew was also Rosey Siew Bee Tan the "long goodbye." fice, and the family returned Rosey Siew Bee Tan, She was pre-deceased raising her children. In 1980 boundless. Her kindness and to the US locating in Burl- Rosalie met and married Helen June Yelkes born in Singapore on August by her parents, Marcus C. friendliness to every person ingame, CA. Ann attended Pleasanton resident and Dorothy Peterson, her her second husband, Contra she met was an inspiration, 8, 1947, passed away on high school in Burlingame, May 25, 1926-May 7, 2015 Mother’s brother, Marcus E. Peterson, Costa County businessman but when she needed to be and then entered San Mateo Helen June Yelkes, a resi- Day, May and her friend and former Robert Levinson. Always fierce, she was doggedly so. Junior college. She enrolled dent of Pleasanton and for- husband, Walter S. Johnson, challenged by new ventures, She worked as a Stu- at UC Davis in the fall of 10, 2015 mer 43-year resident of Hay- at the age Jr. She is survived by her Rosalie studied real estate dent Services Coordinator at 1964, and graduated in 1966 ward, passed away peace- four children, Walt Johnson and brokerage law, receiving Mount Diablo High School with a degree in English. fully on May 7, 2015 with of 67 of a (Pam) of Seminole, Florida; her broker's license as they in Concord and was prepar- She attended one more year her family at her side. Helen massive Marc Johnson of Pleasan- started Viking Mortgage and ing to take the licensure test and obtained her teaching was 88 years old, passing hemor- ton, Hathi Winston (Jerry Investment to which they to become a licensed clini- credential. It was in her third 2 weeks rhagic Prettyman) of Pleasanton devoted a large part of their cal social worker. Her life’s year at Davis that she and short of stroke. and Chris Johnson (Lori) of lives until Bob's death in work was to ensure students, her husband, Michael, met her 89th- Rosey Sunol, along with 7 grand- 2000. Since Bob's passing, especially those in under- and began dating. He was birthday. is now in children. Rosalie has devoted most of served communities and attending law school at the Hel- heaven The family thanks Elder- her time to writing books for with special needs, could time. They were married on en’s hus- with her care Services, Hope Hospice children and leaves behind at access a great education July 11, 1970. band of first husband Wong Kwok and Pleasanton Nursing & least unfinished manuscripts and go on to meet their full- Ann began her elemen- 50 years, Leong, and is survived by Rehabilitation for the kind based on rural life in early est potential. She attended tary teaching career near Da- Fred Montana. her daughter Sharon Wong, care of their mother. nearly every event at Mount vis in Dixon, CA. She then Yelkes, her son-in-law, Simon Yuen, Graveside services were Highlights of Rosalie's Diablo High School and had sought and was awarded an prede- life included a wedding trip planned to be at the school’s her second husband, Mark held on Friday, April 24th at elementary position in Los ceased Singleton, and her current Suisun-Fairfield Cemetery. to China and the Far East, prom, which took place the Gatos CA. She taught there her in A Celebration of Life will multiple trips to their prop- weekend after her passing. dog Prince. for three years before tak- 2000. Helen is survived by Rosey was larger-than- be held Saturday, Aug. 8th. erty in Montana, and visits She was very active in ing a position at Lydiksen three daughters Michelle to Washington DC with the local community, par- School in Pleasanton where life, making a lasting impact Yelkes-Paul (Mike Paul) with her social and chari- her sibling Aubyn Curtiss, ticipating in the following she taught for forty wonder- of Pleasanton; Maureen Pamela Sevilla whose appointment as Mon- organizations: Pleasanton table work in every com- Pam was born in Yakima, ful and rewarding years, Hayes (Ken) of Twain Harte tana's Presidential Scholars Spiritual Book Club, Pleas- retiring in June, 2011. Over and Mitzi Shaffar (Dan) of munity she lived in. Washington on May 13, Commissioner by President anton Newcomers, Drum- Visitation will be held 1947 to Harold and Donna the span of her career, Ann Pleasanton as well as five Reagan in 1982, resulted in ming Group, Soroptimist received the Golden Apple grandchildren: Matthew, at Callaghan Mortuary in (Coleman) Templeman. Pam periodic travel to the nation's of San Ramon Valley, As- Livermore on Saturday, May went to join them on May Award and the Excellence in Joshua, Shannon, Dane and capital visits to the White sociation of Social Work- Education Award signifying Mallory. Helen is also sur- 16, 2015 from 1-3 pm, fol- 2, 2015. House, Arlington National ers, Association of School On May 31, 1969, she her excellence in the class- vived by her younger sister, lowed by the service at 3 pm. Cemetery, the Vietnam Wall, Administrators, Lynnewood room. She was respected by Dorothea Strandberg (Ed) of married her husband of 45 the Smithsonian, the State United Methodist Church years, Randy Sevilla, in her fellow teachers, loved by Keizer, Oregon. Department, and special Choir, Broadway Chorus, her students, admired and Helen was born in Port- Reno, Nevada and they start- performances at the Ken- Girl Scouts, Walnut Grove ed their life journey together. appreciated by the parents land, Oregon to Joe and nedy Center. and Harvest Park Middle of her students, and warmly Mamie Dewey on May 25, They lived in the Bay Area Although spending her School PTAs and class par- for ten years before moving regarded by all she encoun- 1926. Helen attended Lind- adult life living and working ent, Amador Valley Band tered in a career character- field College in McMin- to Vacaville, California to in California, Rosalie's stan- RA parent group, and Liver- raise their two sons Jeff and ized by dedication and hard nville, Oregon. dard reply to where are you more Valley Charter Parents work. One of her favorite Helen, and her best Greg. They lived in Vacav- from was, "well I am from Group. ille for more than 30 years programs was the science friend, Norma Jean, attended Montana,but I am living in She continues to live on project where she and the a dance one evening in Port- before moving to Oregon to California right now." through the lives of others be close to their grandsons. other third grade teachers land where Helen met and A kind, as she donated her liver, kid- would provide fertilized later married Fred Yelkes Pam's biggest enjoy- generous,loving,and deter- neys and heart – described ment was being involved in chicken eggs and incubators and Norma Jean met and mined woman who lived and by doctors as the most per- for their classes. The eggs her sons' school and sports died with dignity and always fect and beautiful heart they where she was team mom with a sparkle in her eye. She had ever seen. for them in Little League loved sailing on the Bay,and Alma’s memorial will be and Soccer. numerous salmon fishing held on Saturday May 16 Her greatest loves were trips out the Gate on their starting at 10 a.m. at Lyn- Obituary/ her two grandsons, Andrew boat, Everything's Rosy. newood United Methodist Memoriam Policies and Jeremy. She loved vol- Rosalie was preceded in Church, 4444 Black Ave, unteering her time to help death by parents Perry D. Pleasanton. Obituaries are published in and read at their pre-school and Rosina Armstrong,an In lieu of flowers, please and school classes. She infant brother,her children's donate to her children’s The Independent at no charge. There is a small loved taking them on trips to father, H. Clyde Walker, and college fund campaign, charge for photographs in the obituaries. Alaska, Canada and Hawaii. husband Robert Levinson. http://www.gofundme.com/ Pam is survived by her She is survived by her chil- t5dff7qs. husband and two sons, Jef- dren, Merrilee Walker and Memoriam ads can also be placed in frey Sevilla (Christine), William F. (Will) Walker Gregrey Sevilla: grandsons, of Livermore, sister Aubyn Ann Elizabeth Kyle, The Independent when families want to honor the Andrew and Jeremy: broth- Curtiss, niece Sue A. Cur- Nee Wilson memories of their loved ones. There is a charge for ers Dennis Templeman (Jo) July 3, 1944 – April 26, 2015 tiss, and nephew Gareth W. memoriam ads,based on the size of the ad. of Minnesota; Rick Temple- Curtiss all of Fortine Mon- Succumbing to the ef- man (Cathy) of California; tana. She will be missed by fects of a valiant 25 month Karen Young (Archie) of all of us. long battle with ALS, Ann Please send an email to Hawaii; nieces Tanya, Lind- No services are planned. Elizabeth Kyle passed away sey, Jenny, Stacy, Laura, Donations can be made quietly at home with her [email protected] Maryo Jo; nephews, Scot, husband Michael at her side PAGE 10 - The Independent, MAY 14, 2015

(continued from page 4) who lost pay because they quoted in local media, seem the lack of water for the 6) compromised drinking members have come to City in the ‘measles vaccina- could not get to jobsites. He to be spinning, trying to de- residents, overcrowding of water quality because of sponsored meetings in large tion debate’ seem very odd believes that BART is an flect any responsibility away schools and added traffic. proposed El Charro Road's numbers to oppose the east in that some of the nicer essential public service and from The Livermore Wine Why doesn’t Livermore close proximity to two Zone Pleasanton development and communities like Marin decries the environmental (and Honey no more) Festi- do the same? We already 7 recharge lakes, to question the flawed DEIR and Livermore seem less harm from increased air val where Livermore police have over 1400 housing 7) encroachment on the reports. inclined to be concerned for pollution during strikes. His have confirmed that the ac- units being built now. urban growth boundary or We agree that the pro- their kids' welfare than less opponents try to label him cused DUI driver attended the mandated urban separa- posed large scale develop- enlightened towns. Vaccina- “anti-union” even though he and consumed alcohol. tor between Livermore and ment is not good for Pleas- tions work, it is that simple. is equally critical of BART Using the mayor’s es- Is East Side Plan Good Pleasanton, anton. We are calling for a Fluoridation in the water management. Glazer stands timates,15,000 Wine at- 8) safety concerns be- complete halt to the EPSP tendees purchased the right for Pleasanton? also works, but it’s not for up for riders and taxpayers. EPSP Task Force Mem- cause the proposed develop- planning process along with to swill as much alcohol as our kids. Tri -Valley residents have bers: Robert Gonella, ment is within the Airport the EIR. they can get away with for What is happening? We paid BART property taxes Danbury Park and Kelly Protection Area of the Liver- a $40.00 or $30.00 fee. In- no longer trust public health? for more than 50 years and Cousins, Mohr/Martin more Airport and that more (Editors Note: The guest explicably, the mayor finds Maybe we can’t bother with BART Sales taxes for 45 Neighborhood Represen- children will be living close opinion has been written by this a source of civic pride prevention. If the kids get years; Glazer will champion tatives, Kay Ayala and to quarries and steep sided long standing community and achievement for the sick we can always hope a the long-overdue Livermore Mark Emerson, At-Large lakes, and leaders and residents, in- community. This is some doctor can perform a cure. BART extension Representatives, and Brad 9) potential litigation cluding a former city coun- serious money and I don’t Fluoride? Hardly anyone A vote for Steve Glazer Hottle, Parks and Recre- against the City because cil member, previous Task believe this is a charity. So dies of rotten teeth and some is a vote for all of us ation Commissioner. of the quarry owner has a Force and Master Plan par- who benefits from all this? people may actually enjoy As members of the East lease arrangement to mine ticipants, past and current Perhaps the local wineries a root canal. Has it always Garbage Rate Pleasanton Specific Plan the quarry for more than 40 city commissioners with a are happy for a fat cash flow been this way? Did we only Joe Wilder (EPSP) Task Force, we were more years. cross section of professional weekend? accept chlorine in our water Livermore asked to help explore po- Pleasanton community expertise and backgrounds.) Livermore City Manager after we got tired burying Another 8.8% rate in- tential land use changes to Marc Roberts is quoted as typhoid victims? I never crease? Remember when the existing industrial and saying that the accused DUI heard anyone say they would we paid less and got more? quarry properties east of suspect Brian Jones atten- rather die of smallpox than In the past my garbage was Valley Avenue and north dance at The Wine Festival get vaccinated. picked up in my backyard of Stanley Blvd. At the is “interesting trivia.” I take What has changed? Do by someone that seemed time the City was facing a great offense at that and we no longer care about happy to have the job and deadline to rezone areas of I am certain many sensi- each other? with whom I could have an Pleasanton to accommodate tive, caring members of the occasional conversation. I the Regional Housing Needs Livermore community do East Pleasanton didn't have to remember to Allocations (RHNA) or af- as well. More concern for Don Kahler separate all the items then fordable housing mandates. the victims and less energy Pleasanton the night before take the The Task Force was charged spent in obfuscation, “City In the Guest Opinion sec- garbage to the curb and with obligation to follow Fathers,” please. tion of the Pleasanton Week- return the containers to the Pleasanton's General Plan ly on May 5, 2015, Ervin backyard - that was called that required the east side Kvistad, Bob Shapiro, and 'service'. Sunset and Water area to be planned in a way Bob Russman, wrote that the It is another easy ex- Jan Brovont "to maintain and enhance state court has mandated that ample for the Livermore Livermore the community's high qual- Runners in last year's kids challenge head down Main Pleasanton provide its share City Council to hand out Sunset Development re- ity of life". The question is: Street. of price-controlled, afford- someone else's money to submitted plans for Sunset "Do the EPSP alternatives able housing. garner votes to keep them Office Plaza/Sunset Cross- for large scale development Who designated the east in office. My Social Security ings mid-April in Liver- make our town better?" The Pleasanton area as a desir- checks only increase 2-3% a more. This is the business answer is "No" because the Father's Day Spirit Run able location? I am sure that year, give me 8 -10% and I park on Holmes and Con- proposed base development the state did not, because too will be happier. cannon Blvd. At this time plan calls for 1300 single Taking Registration the area is zoned Industrial. I agree others need to the City staff is reviewing family homes plus 1.6 mil- the new changes. There are other areas in the 'make a living wage' but I lion sq. ft of industrial/retail Start Father’s Day under the Arch on Main Street Pleas- Once completed, which city that are possible for low thought that was what going development. This proposal anton by taking part in the 22nd annual Father's Day Spirit should be soon, it goes to the cost housing, that are closer to school to get a degree and would be the biggest resi- Run hosted by the Rotary Club of Pleasanton. Planning Commission, with to mass transit than this site. an education was for! dential development in the It includes a 10k run, 5k walk/run and kids challenge. the public meeting coming The EIR states that the history of Pleasanton. The event has turned into a whole family, cluster of friends, soon, probably June or July East Pleasanton Specific Farmers' Market In addition to no longer runners from everywhere, business participation event and meeting. Then it goes to Plan will add 29,000 more Mary McMahon being needed to satisfy the “spirit” is a description of the atmosphere as well as the the City Council for their car trips per day to the city Livermore RHNA cycle, it is not a good name of the race. meeting and decision shortly streets. The lakes in the Hooray, Hooray plan because of: The 5k and 10k cerified courses are flat and fast, using after. area were mined at a 2 to 1 The Fourteenth of May 1) long term problems the monitored downtown streets of Pleasanton and a portion If you are concerned with slope, which is very steep, Farmers' Market with water supply and the of the paved and unpaved Arroyo trails. Commemorative more high density homes, for water storage only, not Is operating today. ongoing drought, tech T-shirts will be given to all participants. Etched glass added water usage, traffic, for recreation. If a young 2) unmitigated school trophies will be awarded to top male and female finishers, overcrowding of schools, person were to get in one of crowding, as well as the first place male and female Masters(over A Tragedy the loss of the open space the lakes, it would be almost 3) added traffic conges- 50-years old) finishers. Medals will be given three deep in Daryl R. Carlson and many mature trees being impossible to get out. tion caused by over 29,000 designated age groups for male and female participants. Livermore torn out, the lack of profes- In the May 2014 Task additional car trips per day Each child participating in the Kids Challenge will receive A mother and her child sional business office space Force meeting, Nelson Fi- from the development, a finisher ribbon. Over $3000 in door prizes will be given died in a unspeakable trage- in Livermore, please attend alho, the City Manager, 4) cut through traffic to all 5k and 10k participants. dy in Livermore on Saturday, the Planning Commission & spoke to the Task Force by commuters seeking the The run was originally known as “ACT II” (Arroyo Cen- May 2. You would hope that City Council meetings, write and the public attendees to fastest routes to East Dublin, tennial Trails Run) began in 1994 as part of the Pleasanton city leaders like the mayor or e/mail the commission- find a compromise that will 580 or 680 via the potential Heritage Days. On June 7, 1998, the name of the race was and the city manager would ers and council members of work for all, and also help extension of El Charro Road changed to “The Rotary Club of Pleasanton Spirit Run." reach out to the family and your concerns. the property owners. The to Stanley Blvd, The course was designed to feature several of Pleasanton’s friends of the victims as well Pleasanton City Council two major property owners 5) significantly more air natural assets and landmarks while allowing runners of all as the grieving Livermore is considering stopping a are Peter Kewit of Omaha, pollutants, ages to participate. community. Both officials, new development due to Nebraska and Lionstone This year the Rotary Club of Pleasanton is celebrating 50 from Houston, Texas. years of community and international service. This race has If the East Pleasanton raised over $900,000 for college scholarships for Pleasanton Specific Plan project is ap- students. The last two years giving has been expanded to proved, Kewit and Lion- include, Wheelchairs, Rotaplast, The Valley Humane Soci- stone will sell their prop- ety, The Tri-valley YMCA, victims of the Boston Marathon erties to a developer and tragedy, Open Heart Kitchen, Hope Hospice, Amador Valley the money will go back to High Schools Robotics and Competition Civic Clubs and Omaha and Houston, while Assistance League of Amador Valley. the rest of the property own- The 10K run begins at 8 a.m. followed by the 5K run/ ers will have to live with walk and Kids' Challenge at 9:30 a.m. increased traffic congestion More information and registration can be found at www. and a decrease in the quality SpiritRun.com of life.

(Editor's note: The Pleas- anton City Council will hold a hearing on May 19 to decide whether to continue the Eastside Specific Plan process. The meeting begins at 7 p.m.) Vote for Glazer Introducing Our Karen Marlin Pleasanton Steve Glazer should be Photo - Doug Jorgensen New Mobile Edition! elected our next State Sena- Wagon rides were just one of the activities visitors enjoyed during Dublin's Spring tor on May 19th. Faire held last Saturday at the Heritage Park and Museums. The French-themed Glazer has the right bal- festivities included music, food, and shopping for antiques and one of a kind items. ance between social and fiscal concerns and isn't just a hired hand for the unions. He opposes the high speed train because it lacks a sound financial plan. Susan Bonilla supports the high speed rail project. A project that is far from funded and will 2015 take decades to complete. g Steve prefers that our funds Event Staffing

instead be spent on regional n transportation projects that (May to August) alleviate traffic congestion, Livermore Rodeo and such as I-580 and I-680 im- provements and upgrades to Alameda County Fair and Other Read The Independent BART and other transit sys- Tri Valley Area Events tems. According to state au- Anytime, Anywhere, Any Device! ditors Bart has more than 9.6 billion in capital needs in the Positions from one day, one week or more. next 10 years. Our valuable Ideal job for part time, full time, returning resources need to be spent regionally where gridlock is college students or semi retired. common place,and our roads We will work around your schedule. are crumbling. Glazer courageously For more information contact opposed the BART strike [email protected] or (925) 455-6585 because it hurt the liveli-

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There will protect the fertile soils, photographic skills and be refreshments and com- rangelands, open space and experience from local, plimentary wine tasting biological resources and to professional photographers of two wines. Live music support a viable agricultur- to avid hobbyists and bud- will be performed by Alder al economy in Livermore, ding novices. The Top 25 Creek and Steve Kritzer. Pleasanton, Dublin, San Freeze Frame photographs Guests are welcome to Ramon and Sunol. Some of are available for purchase bring a picnic and spend the photos submitted over during the exhibit and the the day enjoying the fes- the years have focused on May 17th reception. tivities. In addition to tast- recreational, trail or field To learn more or to get ings, Cuda Ridge’s small usage in local parks and involved with the Tri- lot, handcrafted Bordeaux open space, images of Valley Conservancy, visit style wines will be avail- wildlife, agriculture and www.trivalleyconservancy. able for purchase by the ranching, and scenic rural org or call 925.449.8706. Historic Livermore View by Rick Probst 'Thanks for the Memories:' A Memorial Day Weekend USO Revue The Swingin’ Blue Stars Tickets are $15-$25, relieve the stress of having of the USS Hornet return with child, senior, and loved ones serving in Iraq to the Firehouse Arts Cen- group discounts available. and Afghanistan, as well as ter in Pleasanton for their Tickets can be purchased to entertain aging veter- fifth annual Memorial Day online at www.firehouse- ans in the Bay Area. They Weekend appearance. arts.org, by calling 925- selected their repertoire to Featuring the Blue 931-4848, and in person at demonstrate appreciation Stars’ 5-piece swing band, the Firehouse Arts Center for veterans of all wars, this group of four female Box Office, 4444 Railroad while at the same time vocalists has become Avenue, Pleasanton. Box increasing public support iconic in the Bay Area and Office hours are Wednes- for troops currently serving beyond for their USO-style day - Friday 12:00 noon- in combat. performances showcasing 6:00pm and Saturdays Within a few years, songs of the 40’s, 50’s, 10:00am-4:00pm, and 2 their WWII style swing and 60’s. This year’s show hours prior to performanc- repertoire gained a solid includes skits, dancers, es, if not sold out. following throughout the new numbers, and the Originally calling them- San Francisco Bay Area. stand-up comedy of Bill selves The Singing Blue Public demand expanded “Bob Hope” Johnson. A Star Moms, the group was beyond the initial Blue Star second performance has founded in 2002 by mem- Mom “support our troops” been added this year. Show bers of the East Bay Blue mission, with requests to times are Saturday eve- Star Moms who had sons perform coming in not only ning, May 23 at 7:30 p.m., and daughters serving in from veteran’s organiza- and Sunday matinee, May the military. Initially, they tions, but also community Swingin' Blue Stars of the USS Hornet will perform two shows. 24, at 2:00 p.m. began singing together to (continued on page 3) 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 New Banners in Downtown New bright colored ban- ners are lining Main Street in downtown Pleasanton. More than 40 of the signs were fixed to lamp posts this week. The banners display information about popular events downtown including Concerts in the Park, 1st Wednesday Street Parties and Farmers’ Market. A bright red banner reminds passersby to “Shop Local, Dine Local and Play Lo- cal.” The banners are made possible by collaboration between the Pleasanton Pictured are James Vigus, Leslie Ramos and Matt Franco Downtown Association (PDA) and the City of Pleasanton Economic Development Department. Culinary Students to Offer Specialty Additional banner series have been designed and will be rotated throughout Food Items at the Bankhead Theater the year for the different The Livermore Valley prepare the food items sions program. “All these seasons. Performing Arts Center in the catering kitchen at aspects ultimately support PDA Executive Director (LVPAC) announced that Livermore High, but also Del Valle High School’s Laura Olson said, “We are it will collaborate with they will have an invalu- goal: to help students grad- so excited about this proj- Livermore's Del Valle High able opportunity to learn uate with the skills needed ect and the opportunity to School Culinary Academy about the business of to contribute and thrive in showcase downtown events to provide specialty food catering and concessions, a changing world and give and happenings in a more items for performances Kenison stated. Students them a positive experience prominent way to everyone and events at the Bankhead will take part in planning with a sense of accomplish- who walks, bikes, or drives Theater. for quantity cooking, and ment and pride,” Russell down Main Street. We are thankful for all the sup- The agreement, which is manage customer service, added. John Stehno and Estefani Guerrero prepare a dish. effective immediately, will packaging, presentation, In addition to enhancing port given to downtown by have the Del Valle Culinary marketing and delivery of the culinary arts program the City of Pleasanton and Arts Program providing a their finished product. In for Del Valle students, 2015-2016 season begins and supportive small-learn- truly appreciate their as- range of items from baked addition, the program is LVPAC will benefit by be- in September. As the venue ing environment focused sistance with this important goods, such as scones, a fundraising opportunity ing able to reduce its costs, approaches its ninth season, on providing graduates project. ” cookies, cheesecakes and that provides resources to while offering Bankhead other concessions-related with the skills needed to Pleasanton Downtown tarts, to cheese platters, support all of the classes in patrons a wider selection of changes are underway. In contribute and thrive in a Association can be con- fresh fruit cups, specialty the Culinary Arts program. high-quality food products. addition to local wineries, changing world. In addition tacted at (925) 484-2199, nuts and caramel corn. The Dianne Russell, culi- “Everything will be made now local breweries and to core curriculum classes, www.pleasantondowntown. items will be delivered nary arts instructor at Del locally, not mass manufac- distilleries, including Eight electives are offered in net once per week and offered Valle Continuation High tured, so the products will Bridges Brewing, Altamont art, digital photography, in the VIP room, as well as School, is very enthusiastic only will be fresher, but Beer Works, Working Man physical education, com- sold in the concessions area about the many ways this also will be more unique,” Brewing and Sutherland puter applications, and of the theater before shows specialty foods conces- said Arthur Barinque, Distilling Company, will be culinary arts. The Del Valle and at intermission. sions program fits into Concessions Manager at represented in the beverage Culinary Academy was “The collaboration is a the school’s overall goals. LVPAC. selection at the Bankhead. launched in the 2013-2014 win-win project for both "Working with the Bank- According to Barinque, Drinks from the concession school year. Del Valle and LVPAC. head will give students a the specialty food conces- counter may be brought The Bankhead Theater We’re excited to put it chance to provide a service sions program is already into the theater during is located at 2400 First into motion,” said Scott and give back to their com- in effect with the first events. Street in downtown Liver- Kenison, executive director munity." As the relation- deliveries this week for Del Valle Continuation more. A list of upcom- at LVPAC. “It’s a wonder- ship between LVPAC and performances this week- High School, located near ing performances at the ful example of how LVPAC Del Valle expands over end. The full transition downtown Livermore, Bankhead Theater, as well can play a role in strength- time, Russell hopes it may will take place over time serves more than 150 as activities at the Bothwell ening our community.” be possible to have students with the goal of having Del students within the Liver- Arts Center, is available Not only will students placed into internships at Valle Culinary Arts foods more Valley Joint Unified online at livermoreperform- be able to advance their LVPAC to learn more about available at all events at the School District. The school ingarts.org. culinary skills as they the theater and its conces- Bankhead Theater when the offers an individualized THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 3 USO REVUE (continued from front page) groups, county fairs, city added “of the USS Hornet” parades, retirement com- to their name, and cement- munities, and the USS ed their relationship with Hornet Museum. the famous WWII aircraft On New Year’s Eve carrier-turned-museum 2006, the group was in Alameda. In January the opening act for the of 2011, their name was re-established Glenn changed to “Swingin’ Blue Miller Orchestra before Stars (from Singing) of an audience of 1,400 the USS Hornet,” but they big-band enthusiasts and are quick to tell us their swing dancers on the USS mission of bringing history Hornet. Then in May of to life for their audiences 2007, the group officially remains the same.

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Long, delicate, slender shells are out the day various samples—including grilled meats, made locally, toasted in store and filled with one of 10 halibut and Juice Beauty skin care products—will be flavors: pistachio, coffee, blackberry, lemon merengue, available. Shoppers can also sip wines presented by the strawberry, hazelnut chocolate, classic, coconut, vanilla, Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association. and caramel. Some fillings come from Rubicon Bakery, The store will be home to one of Whole Foods Market a Bay Area operation that trains and provides jobs for NorCal’s largest prepared foods departments. At the people who need a second chance – recently coming from center of the department is Dublin Vine, a wine tasting life on the streets, out of prisons or with substance abuse and tap room with three wines and 12 beers on tap, plus problems. more than 50 wines by the glass. Many are Tri-Valley Also new for the Dublin bakery will be freshly boiled wines, including Steven Kent Winery, Retzlaff Estate and baked bagels and farm-to-mill-to-baker hearth Program at Pleasanton Winery, Las Positas Vineyards and more. Dublin Vine’s breads, and a wide selection of gluten-free and vegan local brews come from Ale Industries, Calicraft Brewing, baked goods. Library Looks at Guqin Drake’s Brewing Company and Altamont Beer Works. The store will carry Livermore Valley wines, plus The indoor bar area accommodates 64 guests, and outside Olivina olive oils (Livermore Valley), JK Naturals soaps A free lecture and performance conducted by Guqin there is space for 100. The outdoor patio has a fire pit and (Dublin) and Golnazar Ice Cream (San Ramon) and many music master Fei Wang will take place on Sunday, May open space for performances. The store expects to host more from the Bay Area and California. 17 at 2:00 p.m. in the large meeting room of the Pleasan- local live music, presentations and family activities. Dublin will be the first Whole Foods Market store in ton Library. Additionally, Dublin Vine offers a pub style menu with Northern California to exclusively carry made-in-house Guqin music dates back 3,000 years and is considered salads, smoked chicken wings, cheese and charcuterie cold pressed juices. Whole Foods Market carries the by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural plates, personal pizzas, and noodle bowls. highest quality “Responsibly Grown” produce with more Organization (UNESCO) as a part of the Masterpiece A 28-foot pizza venue serves up classic round pizzas than half of all available products sourced annually from of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity Pro- in signature flavors (Forest Fungi, Pesto Potato, Alpine local growers like Perry Farms and Pinnacle Farms. The gram. The music of Guqin was also on a record that was Pig) and build-your-own, takeaway pizzas, as well as Responsibly Grown seal indicates the environmental launched with the Voyager spacecraft in 1977. empanadas, pizza bagels, calzones, French bread pizzas commitment of the grower; visit WholeFoodsMarket.com Fei Wang, who studied Guqin under a Guqin Mas- and pigs-in-a-blanket. Vegan pizzas are also on the menu, for more information. Shoppers can also choose bananas, ter, has performed internationally and won awards for and Health Starts Here flatbreads made without added oil, mangoes, peppers and pineapples with the Whole Trade Chinese music. She is the recipient of honors, grants and sugar or salt are available in vegan pad Thai and barbecue seal, which indicates Whole Foods Market’s commitment fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, chicken flavors. to offering the highest quality fairly traded goods that the U.S. Department of State, Library of Congress, and The Nona Lim noodle bar, stocked entirely with prod- ensure fair and ethical treatment for farm workers. the American Folklife Center. ucts made by Oakland’s own Lim, a Whole Foods Market Led by store team leader Allen Culp and marketing For more information about this and other library Local Producer Loan recipient, offers ramen and pho with team leader Paul Barron, the Dublin team kicked off its events, visit the library’s website at cityofpleasantonca. premade and build-your-own options. Premade noodle community support efforts in April with a donation to gov/services/library, or call (925) 931-3410. dishes include beef pho, chicken shoyu ramen, miso ra- Dublin Partners in Education via a Facebook “Likes for Donations” campaign (Facebook: Whole Foods Market Dublin). The store will continue giving back to Tri-Valley Tourism and Event Grants Available in Livermore nonprofits once open with a series of giving days, with 1 percent of each day’s sales benefiting a local charity. The City of Livermore 1, 2015-June 15, 2016; 2) in being considered must The application form Recipients are Dublin United Soccer League, Valley is accepting applications generate the largest atten- submit an application form and guidelines are now Children’s Museum, Open Heart Kitchen, Dougherty El- fo r2015-2016 Tourism dance (minimum of 1,000 along with supporting posted on the City of ementary School and Valley Humane Society. In addition, and Special Event Grants. expected attendees); and 3) documentation to Theresa Livermore website and Whole Foods Market Dublin customers who bring their Under this program, encourage tourism to the De La Vega, Economic is also available at City own grocery bags will have the opportunity to donate five (5) grants of $1000 area. Grant funds cannot Development Specialist, Hall, 1052 S. Livermore a 5-cent refund per bag to the School of Imagination or each will be awarded to exceed fifty percent (50%) 1052 S. Livermore Avenue, Avenue, Livermore, CA. Tri-Valley YMCA as part of the company’s Nickels for organizations that suc- of the event expenses and Livermore, CA 94550. For questions or to request Nonprofits program. cessfully demonstrate that groups must demonstrate The application period is a copy of the application Customers can visit the store web page or follow their event will directly that at least fifty (50%) of May 11-29, 2015. Com- form, contact Theresa De Whole Foods Market Dublin on Facebook to find out benefit Livermore down- the event expenses will pleted applications must be La Vega at phone number about public value tours, guides to shopping for nutrition- town businesses and local be generated from other received no later than 5:00 (925) 960-4049 or via al lifestyles (gluten-free, Paleo, vegan etc.). Private tours wineries. Events must at sources. p.m. PST on May 29, 2015 email at tbdelavega@ can be arranged by request. least: 1) be held within the Organizations interested to be considered. cityoflivermore.net. Whole Foods Market is located at 5200 Dublin Blvd., grant period between July Dublin. Store hours are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 5

On Saturday, May 2, the Music Pathways All-Stars treated the residents of Livermore's VA Hospital to a lunchtime concert during Mexican Food Fiesta, sponsored by the American Legion. About 75 bikers from Legion motorcycle clubs throughout the region converged on the VA to provide catered food, companionship, and cheer to the veterans. Pictured left to right are Music Pathways Artistic Director Jim Hurley, Alejandra Arroyo, Evelyn Arroyo, and Vivica Madrigal. Music Pathways is a non- profit program that provides music education to qualified Livermore teens. Music Pathways is sponsored by The Wente Foundation for Arts Education and The Taylor Family Foundation.

Photo - Doug Jorgensen Students at Joe Michell K-8 School in Livermore have been receiving an introduction into the sport of golf through the First Tee Golf Program. By the end of the year, every student in the school will have participated. The program includes not only golf instruction, but also the nine core values associated with the game and life skills. The students interact and discuss how they have used these values at school and at home. They are honesty, integrity, respect, sportsmanship, confidence, responsibility, perseverance, courtesy and judgement.

6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 Record $95,000 Raised for Hope Hospice With More Than 453 Hikers Participating The fifth annual The says Bill Harvey, chair als winning recognition Hike for Hope, a memo- of The Hike for Hope were JoAnne Revelli rial hike and fundraiser planning committee and a (1st place), Julie Wente for Hope Hospice, raised member of Hope Hospice’s (2nd place), and Lee Ann a record amount in cash Board of Directors. “It Caldwell (3rd place). All of and in-kind donations. The was uplifting to see how the Hike’s net proceeds are nearly $95,000 repre- many people came to sup- used to care for the more sents the most successful port Hope Hospice, and it than 2,600 area residents Hike since the event first meant a lot to us to have Hope Hospice serves each launched in 2010. More an opportunity to meet year. than 453 hikers partici- families whom we have For the past 35 years, pated in the event held on helped.” Hope Hospice has helped May 2 at Del Valle Re- Julie Wente’s team patients and their families gional Park in Livermore earned first-place honors find comfort and calm dur- to support Hope Hospice, for top fundraising. Second ing their most difficult time enjoy the beautiful out- place went to Revelli Team and live each day to the doors and remember loved Hope and the Zala Kaka fullest by providing quality ones. team earned third place end-of-life care, grief sup- “The Hike for Hope honors. The winner of the port, transitions care and celebrates the joy our loved Youth Division was Kai- community education. ones brought us and raises tlyn Davis, captain of the For more information, The City of Pleasanton 2014-15 Ptownlife.org web team. funds for Hope Hospice,” team Hope Hikers. call 925 829-8770 or visit The top three individu- HopeHospice.com. Pleasanton Teens Invited to Be Part of Ptownlife.org Web Team Applications for the assist with the overall man- sample, to Gingerbread Ptownlife.org Web Team agement and marketing of Preschool at 4333 Black are currently being ac- the site. Students promote Avenue, or email to info@ cepted by the City of the site, report on new and ptownlife.org. All applica- Pleasanton. This is an interesting things happen- tions will be reviewed and opportunity open to all ing in the community, take qualified participants will Pleasanton residents enter- photos, and write articles be contacted for interviews ing grades 8 through 12 to post on the site and gain to be scheduled on May 26 in fall of 2015. Interested valuable work experience and May 27 from 3:30 to students must commit to a along the way. 5:30 p.m. one-year term (from Au- Those interested can For more information, gust 2015 to August 2016) download an application at please contact David Weis- to ensure consistency with http://ptownlife.org/ptown- gerber at (925) 931-3474 the website; 1.5 hours life-web-team and submit or dweisgerber@cityof- per week working on the it by Wednesday, May 20, pleasantonca.gov. Hike for Hope participants pause for a photo. website in city offices; and 2015, along with a work two mandatory trainings scheduled in August 2015 and January 2016 (dates TBD). Extracurricular Activities Topic of Final Pleasanton Program in Series Ptownlife.org serves The Community Educa- Bernal Avenue. Registra- with the information and participants in the United will help to balance the teens and families with tion Series wraps up the tion is recommended at strategies needed to create States. demands of youth sports children of all ages, provid- school year on Wednes- pleasantonfun.com for a more balanced and aca- Dunlap will discuss with each family’s needs ing a bridge between the day, May 20, 2015 with course number 60254. demically fulfilling life for what kids need at each and values. community and an array a special presentation for The program will be children. developmental stage from The Community Educa- of activities, services and parents entitled “A Healthy conducted by Margaret The Sports and Fit- sports so they can build tion Series was developed resources, as well as youth Approach to Extracurricu- Dunlap, MA, the Schools ness Industry Association a foundation for athletic by the Community Servic- job/volunteer opportuni- lar Activities." Program Director of (SFIA) tallies the number development and lifelong es staff in conjunction with ties. This free program is Challenge Success, a of children between 6 and fitness. Parents will also the Pleasanton Youth Com- The youth-centric site’s presented by the City of research-based organiza- 17 that are regular/fre- learn what youth sports ex- mission to meet the goals web team is comprised of Pleasanton from 7:00 to tion partnered with the quent players of different perts see as an alternative of the Youth Master Plan. Pleasanton teens who work 8:30 p.m. in the large meet- Stanford Graduate School sports. In 2011, the SFIA to the “earlier is better” and For more information, with city staff to guide its ing room of the Pleasanton of Education that works estimated that number at “more is better” mindset, email [email protected], design and content and Public Library at 400 Old with schools and families 21.5 million young sports and guiding questions that or call (925) 931-5359. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 7

Bon Voyage women singers. Mission Peak Chamber Singers Plan to Perform Program in Livermore

Mission Peak Chamber Singers will present a Bon Voyage Concert on Saturday, May 30th at 7:30 p.m. at Irvington Presbyterian Church 4181 Irvington Ave, Fremont, and again on Sunday May 31 at 4:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth Street, Livermore. This is a farewell concert before the MPCS Interna- Matt Stine at Working Man's Brewing Company. Photo - Doug Jorgensen tional Tour to England, Wales, and Ireland in July. “The music for this concert honors the composers of the British Isles with the Renaissance composer William Working Man welcomes tasters at sudsy event Byrd’s ‘I Will Not Leave You Comfortless’ and contem- porary composer Philip W.J. Stopford’s exquisite ‘Bel- It’s easy to miss this and an obsession.” Origi- Behind the tasting room 17. Returning from the first fast Evening Canticles’ for choir and organ,” states the 2-year-old oasis hidden in nally, they planned to open is the brewery itself. It’s event last year will be the Mission Peak Chamber Singers’ Music Director Michael a blank little building on their own microbrewery all business here; a jumble popular Altamont Brew Morris. He goes on to say, “We then want to share Ameri- Brisa Street. “It’s Liver- by themselves. “I must of shiny steel vats take Works and Eight Bridges can choral music with compositions by William Dawson more’s best kept secret,” have been crazy to think of the product from grains Brewery, which advertises says Joel Pelote, co-owner doing it all alone,” he says to growlers in a matter “Bring the kids! Bring the and selections from Randall Thompson’s ‘Frostiana.' In of Working Man’s Brewing with a chuckle. Now there of weeks. The brewery is dog!” to its tasting room. addition, we will highlight works by San Francisco Bay Company. are three partners: Pelote, surgically clean; the walls Pouring its own craft beers Area composers Henry Mollicone, David Conte, and Not really. The micro- Matt Stine and Paul Tor- and floor are spotless. All for the first time this year Lothar Bandermann.” brewery will be one of the res, who all held full-time equipment must pass the will be Sauced BBQ & Tickets for the Bon Voyage Concerts may purchased star attractions pouring jobs when they began. The white-glove test, Pelote Spirits, located in down- through the Missin Peak Chamber Singers’ website www. at the 2nd annual Beer name Working Man honors says, lest sneaky flavors town Livermore. ChamberSingers.org or by calling 510-356-MPCS (6727). Tasting and Sudsy Supper partners and patrons both. spoil the recipes. The Beer Tasting and Advance Sale tickets are $12.00 and the at the door price fund-raiser on May 17 at Now, as business is grow- Pelote, who got ex- Sudsy Supper begins at is $15.00. St. Bartholomew’s Parish ing, Pelote is quitting his cited about craft beer after 5:30 pm Sunday, May 17, Hall in Livermore. day job to become a full- downing a mug of Sierra at St. Bart ’ s Parish Hall, On a recent warm Sat- time brewer. But all three Nevada, says they’re lucky 678 Enos Way, Livermore. urday afternoon, Pelote is families will continue to be to have begun this venture Admission includes two greeting guests at the tast- involved in the operation. when they did—when the tastings, a pub-style dinner ing room. At the small bar, Working Man’s first economy was picking up and bottled brew (root beer curved like a big barrel, brew for sale was appro- and the “craft beer revolu- floats for the kids), and the several patrons are chatting priately called Milestone tion” was under way. There Queen of Hearts and the and grinning at the cheeky Brown Ale. It’s now just was a growing “farm to Mellotones for music and tin signs on the walls: one of a line of brews in table” mentality that gave dancing. Additional beer Helping white men several styles and flavors, locally produced beer an may be purchased. Tickets dance since 1807, boasts The top-selling brew is extra burnish. And the city may be purchased at the one. Sneaky Devil—“a light of Livermore, spruced up door for $35 general, $18 If you’re drinking to for- golden double IPA with by its redevelopment ef- youth 7-20, and $8 children get please pay in advance, plenty of body and malt forts, was more than ready 2-6. Childcare is avail- another suggests. character to match the ag- for a hip new industry. able. . When Pelote and his gressive hoppiness.” Fans Livermore’s other For more information, wife Corinne started out, can buy T-shirts, available flourishing microbreweries go to saintbarts.livermore. making beer was “some- at the brewery, emblazoned will also be pouring May org. Bon Voyage men singers. where between a hobby with the name. 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015

Pleasanton - Dublin Area. Viewing picnics. ​The Artist Reception and adults. Beginner to advanced. Drawing, Charles R Vineyards! – kick off on Fri- 5/28 4-8, Livermore Farmers Market; locations are: Bank of America at 337 Exhibit will be on May 17, 2015 from painting, printmaking, sculpture and day, May 22nd from 5:30pm – 8:00pm. 5/30, 1-4 Retzlaff; 5-31 12-5, Wente. Main Street, Pleasanton; Pleasanton 12:00pm to 4:30pm. The​ exhibit runs ceramics taught by highly experienced Gather your friends and unwind with 6-25 5:30-7:30 Cuda Ridge Neil Chamber of Commerce at 777 Peters from May 1 through July 31, 2015. artist and art instructor, Thomasin De- music on the patio from “KNR.” $5 Young set. Street, Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & Cuda Ridge Winery, 2400 Arroyo Road, whurst. Weekday and weekend classes, (free for club members). Wine by the Las Positas College, orchestra, wind Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard Road, Livermore. Home school classes, Special classes glass or bottle available for purchase. ensemble concert, 7:30 p.m., May Pleasanton; US Bank at 749 Main Art in the Vineyard, annual Livermore Art during school breaks offered. (925) Spring Fling Club Pick Up Party & Live 14, Main Stage, Performing Arts Center, Street, Pleasanton; Edward Jones at Association show at Wente Vineyards 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ Music On The Patio -Saturday, May 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. 6601 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin; and Estate Winery, 5565 Tesla Rd. hotmail.com for further info. 16th from 11:30am – 4:30pm. Live http://laspositascollege.edu/perform- The Bagel Street Café at 6762 Bernal Livermore. Sunday May 24, 2015, from Piano and keyboard lessons, For music by “Souled Out” starts at 1pm. ingarts Avenue Pleasanton. If interested in 11:00am. to 5:00pm. Wine tasting children to adult. Beginner to early 8195 Crane Ridge Road/ at the end of Broadway Chorus Goes on Vacation, becoming a member of the Pleasanton (fee), art demonstrations, entertain- intermediate level. Half-hour private Greenville Road. May 15-17, Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 Art League or for information regarding ment. www.livermoreartassociation.org classes or small group classes offered. Las Positas Vineyards, May 17, "Sunday p.m. Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita the Public Art Circuit, call John Triming- Art Under the Oaks Applications Now Twice-yearly recitals. (925) 216-7231 Funday," newest wine & cheese pairing Rd., Pleasanton. Tickets at 462-2121. ham at (510) 877-8154. Being Accepted, sponsored by the or email [email protected] flight. $10 for club members & $15 Best of Doo Wop, 8 p.m. Fri., May 15. Las Positas College Annual 2015 Fine Livermore Art Association and Alden for further info. for non-members. For more details, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Art Photography Exhibition, April 27 Lane Nursery; held under the shade PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, now contact the winery at 925-449-9463 or Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org - May 15, 2015 in the Mertes Center trees at Alden Lane Nursery on July 18 meeting the 1st Thursday and 3rd email curt@ laspositasvineyards.com or 373-6800. Photo courtesy of Dan Riley for the Arts Gallery, Building 4000 and 19, 2015 The application deadline Wednesday of each month 7:00 at The Thomas Coyne Winery Spring Open Livermore-Amador Symphony, presents and in Building 2400 Hallway near is May 4. Applications can be picked Corner Bakery Cafe in Pleasanton. Join House, May 23, 24, 25, noon to 5 p.m. Beethoven and the Red Violin featuring Room 2420. 3000 Campus Hill Drive, up at the LAA Gallery, located at 2155 us as we challenge ourselves to poeti- Release of four new wines: 2012 Sweet Elizabeth Pitcairn, soloist. 8 p.m. May Bothwell Studios Livermore. Third Street in Livermore or can be cally relay our thoughts, emotions and Emilie, Chardonnay Port, 2009 Califor- 16. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Fresh Works #5: Firehouse Arts Center downloaded at www.livermoreartasso- experiences through poetry. Become a nia Port, 2002 Livermore Merlot, 2010 Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org Open House Harrington Gallery. On view through ciation.org/enter/enter.html#auto. For member & share your work - Contact Eldorado Petite Sirah. All wines will or 373-6800. Saturday, June 6. This annual juried more information, send email to Erin [email protected] for more be available for tasting. Food Vendors Louis A. Botto (LAB) Choir Concert. This month the Bothwell installation features 73 artists using Davis at [email protected]. info on Theme Challenges, Membership will be available. 2405 Research Drive, The Catholic Community of Pleasanton Downtown Studios is featur- a wide variety of media, including & Opportunities. Livermore, (925) 373-6541 or http:// presents the LAB Choir from 7:30-9 ing one of its new members, oil, watercolor, photography, drawing, MEETINGS/CLASSES Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the 2nd thomascoynewinery.com p.m. on Saturday, May 16 at St. Dan Riley, this Thursday sculpture, mixed media. Adjudicated by Show and Tell, Artists are invited to and last Saturday from 12 noon-1 Las Positas Vineyards, Friday, June 5th Augustine Church, 3999 Bernal Philip Linhares, retired Chief Curator of a monthly function at the Bothwell p.m. at Galina’s Music Studio located " Evening in the Vineyards " concert Ave., Pleasanton. This ensemble of May 14, from 6:00 to 8:00. Art at the Oakland Museum. For more Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th at 1756 First St., Livermore. Confirm from 6-9pm featuring Evan Thomas & young singers (14-20) is trained by Dan is an award winning de- info: 925-931-4849, or jfinegan@ Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at participation by calling (925) 960- Pappas Garage. Wine, non-alcoholic Chanticleer (the award-winning SF signer and partner at a Stra- cityofpleasantonca.gov. Regular gallery the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Eighth 1194 or via the website at www. beverages and Artisan pizza's hand choral group). The free concert will tegic Design and Marketing hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday St., Livermore. Artists bring finished or GalinasMusicStudio.com. Beginners crafted by On the Vine Catering avail- include a wide range of musical styles. firm he started in 1985. He from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 unfinished work to show and if desired, are welcome. Bring some music to able for purchase ( sorry no outside catholicsofpleasanton.org a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4444 Railroad Avenue, receive a critique from the group. share with the group. Ukuleles are food or beverages permitted ) To Strings in Every Which Way: Pleasan- is now creating modern con- Pleasanton. Donations always ap- Refreshments are brought by some of available for purchase. Small $5 fee to purchase tickets, visit www.lasposi- ton Chamber Players. Sunday, May temporary abstract paintings preciated. May 9 Special Event: “Artful the artists, and a donation of $5.00 cover meeting costs. tasvineyards.com go under the section 17, 2:00 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, most of which are heav- Bouquets” Response Event: floral is desired although not mandatory. Young Artists' Studio 2015 Summer Art, " happenings" and click on a concert, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. Lo- ily textured and organically arrangements created in response Contact for this event is D’Anne Miller An open studio experience for students online ticketing service will assist in cally-based group performs a matinee to selected works in the exhibit will at [email protected], or Linda ages 7 through high school with proj- the purchase. Space is limited. concert of classical chamber music. composed. be on display at the gallery during Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreperform- ects in drawing, painting, printmaking Retzlaff Vineyards, Fleeces Food and On the program are Mendelssohn's “When I'm creating a Pleasanton’s Big Draw festival. Hours ingarts.org and sculpture. Adults are welcome to Fun - Spinning with the Treadles to Octet in E flat major for 4 violins, 2 painting it speaks to me— May 9: 11:00-3:00 p.m. ACC/Art Critique & Coffee, Discuss and join the class as space permits. Peggy Threads Guild, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on violas, and 2 cellos, op. 20; Dvorák's most times comforting, 37th Annual Las Positas College Spring share work with Professional Artists Frank is a painter and has been teach- June 6 at 1356 S. Livermore Ave, Liver- Piano Quintet in A Major, op. 81; and sometimes frustrating but Fine Art Festival. Art Exhibit: April in sketching, painting, exhibiting and ing art to young people in Livermore more. Bring your spinning wheel and a Tchaikovsky's Adagio Molto for String 25th - May 14th. MCA Gallery (Build- marketing your work. ACC members for over thirty years. Sessions: June pot-luck dish to share for lunch. “Try Quartet and Harp. Performing are: always stimulating. It just ing 4000). 3000 Campus Hill Drive, currently working on exhibiting theme 2226; July 27-31; Aug. 3-7. After Aug. it Out Circle” for those who would like violinists Philip Santos from Oakland, unfolds. If I get lucky I get Livermore. works, under the Inspiration of "The 7 individual lessons available. Contact to learn to spin. Raffle prize drawing at a renowned concertmaster, Cecilia into a rhythm that flows. At GeoJango: Geography & Art Gone Wild, Artist's Edge /The Edge of Art & Chosen Peggy Frank for more information 2:00. $5.00 per person. 925-447-8941 Huang and Darcy Van Valkenburgh times, I paint with nothing in a new art exhibit opening at the Bank- Pathways." Meets and Critiques Friday about the summer sessions for 2015 Retzlaff Vineyards, Annual Father’s from Pleasanton and Katheryn Hewatt mind and other times I have head Theater, 2400 First Street Liver- mornings in Pleasanton. PoetryOnCan- and school year classes, including Day Picnic, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Oakland; violists Micah Naler more. Emerging Artists, an exhibit of [email protected] times and fees, at (925) 443- 8755 or June 21 at 1356 S. Livermore Ave, from Pleasanton and Melissa Huang a very specific blueprint.” visual art featuring works by students Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday [email protected] Livermore. Table decorating contest from Fremont; cellists Paul Rhodes The Bothwell Downtown from the four District High schools; 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring and win prizes for the most sumptu- from Concord and Michelle Kwon from Studios is located at 62 Granada High School, Livermore High their own materials and easels. Open WINE & SPIRITS ous, the most colorful and the most Pleasanton; pianist Danielle Naler South L Street behind the School, Del Valle Continuation School to all artists. Professional artist models The Chef & The Winemaker - A creative table. There will also be prizes from Pleasanton and harpist and PCP and Vineyard High School. The exhibit (nude). No instructor. Students under Celebration of the Bay Area’s Most for oldest Dad, Dad with most kids Artistic Director Dominique Piana, gas staion. will be open from May 6 – June 13 18 need written parental permission to Acclaimed Women Chefs, Wente and maybe for the Dad who can carry now from Livermore. Reserved seating and will be on view for patrons who attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Vineyards Restaurant. Four dinners, 6 the most kids. $10.00 per adult. Due tickets $15 - $20, with senior and attend any performance or event at the Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. to 9 p.m. : Gayle Pirie, Chef/Co-owner to popular demand, this event is by student discounts available. Purchase Bankhead Theater. Receptions are free. Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- of Foreign Cinema, Laszlo, and Show reservation only, 925-447-89341. online at www.firehousearts.org up to ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Proceeds from art sales benefit the able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton Dogs, Cookbook author, James Beard two hours prior to the performance; by Livermore Art Association Gallery, Bothwell Arts Center. www.livermore- for more info about the workshop, Nominee, June 4; Tanya Holland, MUSIC/CONCERTS phone at (925) 931-4848; or in person located in the Carnegie Building, offers performingarts.org. 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ Executive Chef/Owner of Brown Sugar Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- at the box office. art classes, unusual gifts, painting Freeze Frame 2014 Artist Reception earthlink.net. Kitchen, TV personality, cookbook au- urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 Livermore Valley Charter School spring rentals, art exhibits and information and Exhibit, top 25 finalists from the Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- thor, 2013 California Chef of the Year, South Livermore Ave., Livermore. music concert featuring over 150 pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third Tri-Valley Conservancy’s 2014 Freeze ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 Sept. 10; Joanne Weir, James Beard Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears fourth through eighth grade students St., Livermore. The gallery has been Frame photo competition will be on are welcome to join this class. Classes Award Winner, TV Personality, cookbook regularly at: The Castle Rock Restau- performing in the spring music concert. open since 1974 and is run as a co-op display at Cuda Ridge Winery. ​This cover drawing, painting, print-making, author, Chef/Partner of Copita, Nov. rant in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- Beginning Strings, Beginning Band, by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. is a collection of striking images of sculpture and ceramics. For further in- 12. 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore; the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month Choir, Advanced Band and Advanced 11:30-4 p.m. For information call nature, highlighting the diversity of life formation, contact Thomasin Dewhurst event information 925.456.2424; from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, Strings will be performing. The Choir, 449-9927. in the Tri-Valley. Meet and mingle with at (925) 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ dinner reservations at 925.456.2450 or small cover. Advanced Strings and Advanced Band Members of the Pleasanton Art League the photographers, enjoy live music, hotmail.com or visit http://children- wentevineyards.com/restaurant Steve Fread performances: 5/16. 12-5 auditioned and were selected to per- Public Art Circuit are currently cheese and wine tasting. Guests are sartclassesprojects.blogspot.com/ Charles R Vineyards events: Wente; 5/23, 1-4 Retzlaff; 5-25, 1-4 form at Disneyland for the third year in exhibiting art at six businesses in the welcome to bring folding chairs and Art Classes, For children, teens and “Uncorked!” Fourth Friday Is Back at Retzlaff Memorial Day on the lawn; a row. Tuesday, May 19 at 6 p.m. at the THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 9

Shrine Event Center in Livermore. Site. Playwrights’ Theatre is produced org Supper, May 17 at St. Bart’s Speaker Series An Evening With… Livermore Rodeo Parade, June 13, 10 Swingin’ Blue Stars of the USS Hornet: by the Eugene O’Neill Foundation, Tao Cantabella Children's Chorus, annual Parish Hall in Livermore. For the Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Tuesday, a.m. downtown Livermore. Livermore- “Thanks for the Memories” – A House, in cooperation with the National spring concert,These Things Can Never price of admission ($35 general at June 9th 7pm: Franklin Delano [email protected] Memorial Weekend USO Revue. 5th Park Service. Reserved tickets for both Die, at 1pm and 4pm on Saturday, brownpapertickets.com), dine, dance Roosevelt, commonly known as F.D. R., Livermore Rodeo, June 13 and 14. annual appearance at the Firehouse events are available online at www. June 6 at Canyon Creek Presbyterian and sample several brews during the takes a look back at his accomplish- Robertson Park Stadium. Livermore. Arts Center. Four vocalists plus a eugeneoneil.org, or by phone at (925) Church, 9015 South Gale Ridge Road, evening, chat with beer pros. 5:30-9 ments as an American statesman http://www.livermorerodeo.org/ 5-piece swing band present special 820-1818. There is limited seating San Ramon. The award-winning young pm. Music by Queen of Hearts and The and political leader who served as the Alameda County Fair, June 17 through musical tributes to the Armed Forces available in the Old Barn performance singers (K-12th) will perform folk, Mellotones. Tickets $35 general, $15 32nd President of the United States. Sunday, July 5, Tuesday through Sun- in the style of The Andrews Sisters, site. All seats are $25.00 per person. sacred, classical and contemporary se- youth (7-20) and $8 children (2-6) at Peter M. Small, a former educator, has day each week. A complete schedule is with songs from the 40’s, 50’s, and Nunsense, Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, lections in various languages. Tickets the door. Childcare will be available. portrayed historical characters, includ- available on the Fair’s website at www. 60’s. Fun skits, dancers, new numbers, May 8-17, Village Theatre, 233 Front are available at cantabella.org/tickets St. Bartholomew’s Parish Hall is at 678 ing F.D.R., for audiences nationwide. alamedacountyfair.com. Facebook, In- and the stand-up comedy of Bill “Bob St., Danville. For the link to purchase ($18) or $20 at the door. Admission is Enos Way, Livermore. There is parking Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad stagram and Twitter offer additional in- Hope” Johnson. Saturday, May 23, 7:30 tickets to Nunsense, staged by the free for children under 18 (up to three on site as well as on the street. Avenue, Pleasanton. Tickets may be formation, previews, updates, contests p.m. and Sunday, May 24, 2:00pm. Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, go to www. per adult). Call 925-292-2663 for more 2015 Top Chef Grand Tasting Event, purchased online at www.museumon- and giveaways. For more information, Tickets are $15-$25, with child, senior, villagetheatreshows.com/. Tickets may information. Sun., May 17, 5 to 8 p.m. Rotary Club main.org, at Museum on Main during visit www.AlamedaCountyFair.com, or and group discounts available. Tickets be purchased at any time by calling the of Dublin annual fund-raiser at 5885 regular operating hours or by phoning call (925) 426-7600. available at www.firehousearts.org, box office at 314-3400. OPERA Owens Dr., Pleasanton. Food paired the museum at (925) 462-2766. 925-931-4848, or at the Firehouse Las Positas College, one act plays, Livermore Valley Opera, May 31, 2 p.m. with wines from local restaurants and Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad May 20 and May 22, 1 p.m. Black Box Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad wineries; taste craft beers; dine on Avenue, Pleasanton. Tickets are also Theater, Performing Arts Center, 3000 Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. delicious desserts. Door prizes, silent available at the Firehouse 2 hours prior Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. http:// org or 931-4848. and live auctions, free valet parking. to the performance if not sold out. laspositascollege.edu/performingarts A Grand Afternoon at the tropical $45 per person. www.TopChefDublin- The Pacific Musicians, Benefit Concert The Skin of Our Teeth, May 22-June 14. paradise known as Mia Nipote Winery, Rotary.org. for Oakland Children's Hospital , May Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 4 p.m. Sun., June 7. Livermore Valley Towne Center Books, Read it and Eat 24, 2:30PM, at Trinity Baptist Church, N. Third St., Hayward. Program and Opera fund-raiser. $90 before May 20, with Celeste Ng, Tues., May 19, 11:30 557 Olivina Avenue, Livermore, CA facility of the Hayward Area Recreation limited to 110 people. (925) 200-7425, a.m. social time, noon lunch and 94551. Selections featuring Modest and Park District. www.dmtonline.org www.livermorevalleyopera.com program. Tuesday May 19. $25.00 for Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, or 510-881-6777. book and lunch $15.00 for lunch only. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom Romeo and Juliet, Free Shakespeare in MISCELLANEOUS Reservations are required 846-8826. of the Opera, Ludwig van Beethoven’s the Park presented by San Francisco Political Issues Book Club meets the 555 Main St., Pleasanton. Piano Concerto #5-The Emperor, and Shakespeare Festival, 7:30 p.m., June 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Hula Lives On, 2:30 p.m. May 24, several patriotic songs to remember 27, 28, July 5, 11 and 12. Special books about issues and trends that Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., our war veterans. The admission is performance July 2. Amador Valley are driving current affairs in both the Livermore. Kumu Gloria Ruiz Presents New Interactive free. www.pacific musicians.org Community Park, Santa Rita Road and national and international arenas. Halau Makana Lani in a Musical Super Diamond Tribute to Neil Black Ave., Free admission. Topics that have been covered include journey to the Islands of Hawaii. Diamond, May 29 and 30, 8 p.m. politics, governance, economics, mili- Accompanied by the talented voices of Online Calendar! Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad MOVIES tary affairs, history, sociology, science, Faith Ako and Weldon Kekauoha. www. Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. Classic Film Series, First Thursday of the climate, and religion. Contact Rich bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. org or 931-4848. each month at 7:00 p.m. through June at 872-7923, for further questions The Wings of Freedom Tour of the WWII Dancing Harp Strings, June 7, 2 p.m. 2015 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- Vintage Planes: Boeing B-17 Flying Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Old Bernal Ave. June 4, My Left Foot. centered book group led by a small Fortress, Consolidated B-24 Liberator, Ave., Pleasanton. Concert of winners of Theme Almost True, presented by Las group of book club veterans, with B-25 Mitchell and North American the 2015 Yvonne La Mothe Schwager Positas College coordinator of the reading selections based on member P-51 Mustang on display in Livermore Harp Competition. www.firehousearts. Humanities Candace Klaschus, a film recommendations and consensus. at Livermore Municipal Airport from org or 931-4848. historian. Pleasanton Library meeting No homework required– share your May 24 to May 26. Visitors are invited Hot Clubs of Cowtown, hot jazz and room. The programs are free and all insights or just listen in! Contact Susan to explore the aircraft inside and out western swing. 8 p.m. Fri., June 12. are welcome to attend. Note that some at 337-1282 regarding the We’re - $12 for adults and $6 for children Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., films are mature in content and may Talkin’ Books! Club. under 12 is requested for access to Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org not be suitable for children. 931-3400, Storied Nights: An Evening of Spoken up-close viewing and tours through the or 373-6800. ext. 4. Word. 2nd Thursday of each month. inside of the aircraft. WWII Veterans Fleetwood Mask, Tribute to Fleetwood Features local authors reading their can tour through the aircraft at no cost. Mac, Danville’s Village Theatre on Fri- DANCE work 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee Discounted rates for school groups. day June 12, 2015 at 8 pm. The Band Square dancing for all ages 8 years and Tea, 152 So. Livermore Ave., Liver- Visitors may also experience the once- will celebrate the 40th anniversary of and up, Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm more. Sponsored by LVPAC and Peet's. in-a-lifetime opportunity to actually the 1975 breakout "white" Fleetwood at Del Valle High, 2253 5th Street, Information go to http://facebook.com/ take a 30-minute flight aboard these Mac album. Tickets can be purchased Livermore. Families and friends StoriedNights rare aircraft. Flights on either the B-17 at villagetheatreshows.com or (925) welcome. September classes are free Tails at Twilight, Fri., May 15, 6 to 11 or B-24 are $450 per person. P-51 Find your local Performances, 314-3400 to new dancers. Questions? Margaret p.m. Bella Rosa at Garré Winery, Liver- flights are $2,200 for a half hour and JOEL: the songs of Billy Joel, featuring 925-447-6980. more. Evening of music, dancing, and $3,200 for a full hour. B-25 flights are Kyle Martin, June 20, 8 p.m. Firehouse Valley Dance Theatre Spring Rep, scrumptious food with live and silent $400 per person. For reservations and Events, Festivals, and more! Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Spring celebration of dance with auctions to create a brighter future information on flight experiences call Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org or repertory pieces both classic and for cats and dogs. Benefit for Valley 800-568-8924. Tour arrices at noon 931-4848. contemporary featuring highlights from Humane Society. valleyhumane.org/ on May 24 and will be on display at Jinx Jones and the Jazz-A-Billy- Sleeping Beauty and a swinging salute Hearts Against Hunger, 2 to 5 p.m., Main terminal ramp until May 26 after Allstars, presented by Red-Legged to the 1940's. Music accompaniment is Sunday, May 17. Hosted by Tri-Valley 5:00 p.m. Hours of ground tours and Frog Productions, June 21, 2 p.m. provided by The Valley Dance Theatre Rotaract club, a sister organization display are: 12:00 PM through 5:00 PM Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Pit Orchestra. May 30, 7 p.m., May 31, to Rotary International. Purple Orchid on Sunday, May 24; 9:00 AM through Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. 2 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Resort and Spa in Livermore. Funds 5:00 PM on Monday, May 25; 9:00 AM org or 931-4848. St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. will benefit Open Heart Kitchen. The through 5:00 PM on Tuesday, May 26 org or 373-6800. afternoon includes wine and beer, “Let’s go fly a kite!” The San Ramon ON THE STAGE food, live entertainment, door prizes Art & Wind Festival, is scheduled for Playwrights’ Theatre, the Eugene O’Neill CHORAL and a silent auction. Tickets may be Sunday and Monday, May 24-25, 2015 www.independentnews.com/calendar Foundation, Tao House featuring play Music of the Silver Screen, Valley purchased at the door or go to www. in San Ramon’s Central Park, 12501 by Clifford Odets. A staged-reading of Concert Chorale, May 17, 3 p.m. First eventbrite.com/e/hearts-against- Alcosta Blvd. from 10am to 5pm both (925) 447-8700 Odets’ popular Golden Boy on Sunday, Presbyterian Church, 4th and L Streets, hunger-tickets days. www.ArtandWind.com May 17 at 2:00 p.m. at the Historic Livermore. www.valleyconcertchorale. 2nd annual Beer Tasting and Sudsy The Museum on Main 2015 Ed Kinney 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015

(Organizations wishing to run notices prepayment required: $10, /www.gnon. at noon, on the second and fourth Sundays in Bulletin Board, send information to PO org/rsvp.html or 925-487-4748 of the month. Each tour includes the 1885 Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care Earth friendly demonstration Cottage and the 1891 Main House, and of Bulletin Board or email information to garden, 3575 Greenville Rd., Livermore. the beautifully landscaped grounds. For [email protected]. Include name Alameda County Master Gardeners pres- information on the Ravenswood Progress of organization, meeting date, time, place ent talks on a variety of topics., 10 to 11 League (RPL) or the volunteer Docent and theme or subject. Phone number and a.m. June 13: getting your garden through Program, please call the Docent Coordina- Community contact person should also be included. the summer heat; July 11: dealing with tor at (925) 443-0238. Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) pests and diseases that bloom with the Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social for Education Hearts Against Hunger, 2 to 5 p.m., summer heat (1 p.m.); Aug. 8: ABC's of group of retired men who join together to Sunday, May 17. Hosted by Tri-Valley Ro- garden design; Sept. 12: bulbs: the best better enjoy their leisure time. Activities Pleasanton Excellence in taract club, a sister organization to Rotary drought resistant garden color; Oct. 10: include golf, bridge, photography, travel, Raises over International. Purple Orchid Resort and multiply and divide perennials; Nov. 14: fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- Spa in Livermore. Funds will benefit Open roses - selecting, planting and pruning. ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men $8,500 for Edudation Award Winners Heart Kitchen. The afternoon includes wine Gardening advice and guided tours 2nd living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, The Pleasanton PTA School); Jason Krolikows- and beer, food, live entertainment, door Saturday of each month. Garden open to and San Ramon. The group meets for LVEF prizes and a silent auction. Tickets may public every day during daylight hours. No lunch on the first Thursday of each month Council, in partnership ki (Foothill High School); be purchased at the door or go to www. admission charge. at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Music filled the air, bean- with the Pleasanton Unified Anne Matarrese-Everton eventbrite.com/e/hearts-against-hunger- Widowed Men and Women of Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about bags sailed through the air, School District, has selected (Hart Middle School); Ken tickets Northern CA., May 16, 1 p.m. friendly the Tri-Valley SIR at http://sirs34.org/ and and people turned out en the 2015 Winners of the Rocha (Harvest Park Mid- Livermore Community Blood Drive: bridge, RSVP by May 9 to Barbara, 426- the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. For Excellence in Education dle School); Mary Rozelle Friday, May 15, 1-7 p.m., Asbury United 8876. May 17, 1 p.m., general meeting, information or to attend a meeting, call masse for "Community for Methodist Church, 4743 East Avenue. Ev- birthday lunch in Pleasanton, RSVP by Rich Osborne 925-785-3549. Education," a fundraiser Awards. (Foothill High School); ery day, Bay Area hospitals need hundreds May 14 to Gloria, 846-8320. May 21, 5 NAMI Tri-Valley Parent Resource hosted by Altamont Beer Honorees will receive Betty Russell (Fairlands of units of blood to keep sick and injured p.m. happy hour in Pleasanton, RSVP & Support Group meets monthly for Works on Saturday, April their awards at the 25th Elementary); Clif Simms patients alive. Only 3% of the eligible by May 19 to Mary, 736-2350. May 23, parents/caretakers of children ages Annual Excellence in Edu- (Amador Valley High donors in the Bay Area ever give blood, so noon, brunch in San Ramon, RSVP by May 5-17 years with (or suspected of having) 4. The event raised over we need you! Please come donate, and 21 to Marsha, 830-8483. May 28, noon, emotional/ psychiatric disorders. It meets $8,500 for the Livermore cation Awards Ceremony School); Stacey Sklar (Ama- bring a friend or family member to the lunch in Livermore, RSVP by May 26 to the third Tuesday of the month from Valley Education Founda- on Monday, May 18th at dor Valley High School); drive. There’s no easier way to help save a Gloria, 846-8320. May 31, 12:30 p.m. 7-9pm at Pathways to Wellness, 5674 tion (LVEF). 7:00 p.m. at the Firehouse Alexandria Snow (Pleasan- life than donating blood. Register at www. lunch in Dublin, RSVP by May 28 to Bette, Stoneridge Dr., Suite 114, Pleasanton. The About 500 people Arts Center, 4444 Railroad ton Middle School); Stacy redcrossblood.org and use ASBURY925 as 510-357-7873. group is drop-in and free. Contact person Avenue. Friends and fami- Webb Alcorn (Hart Middle the Sponsor Code, or call Thomas Petty at Golf Tournament, Livermore High is Marsha McInnis at 925-980-5331. streamed through the brew- 925-980-8164 for more information. School Alumni Assoc.(LHSAA) is sponsor- Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a group ery during the day-long lies of the honorees, as well School). Dress a Girl Around the World, an ing its 5th Annual Golf Tournament on for retired men who seek activities to en- event to take in live music as community members, For more information, invitation to make simple dresses for girls Fri., May 29 at Las Positas Golf Course. hance their retirement. Monthly meetings from four bands, play corn- are welcome to attend the please contact Robin Dias- in third world countries. Next Sew-Fest is "Shotgun Start-Scramble Format" starts feature lunch and an interesting speaker. hole (a beanbag tossing ceremony to celebrate their Magnano at Communica- Saturday, May 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a 11:30 registration & 12:30 Tee Off Men have the opportunity to learn about achievement! Light refresh- [email protected] at St. Augustine Hall, Pleasanton. Help is and includes green fee, cart, range balls, and join activities such as hiking, bridge, game) for prizes, and vie for needed sewing, ironing, cutting. Bring sew- prizes, and dinner for $125.00/player. investment, bowling, bocce ball and wood over $5,000 in raffle items, ments will be served. The Pleasanton PTA ing machine or serger, iron, ironing board, Can't make the golf, dinner & socializing carving. There is also a neat group of guys while enjoying fresh-cooked The 2015 Honorees are Council began in 2003 as scissors, along with helping hands. (Those $30.00 LHSAA raises funds to support to get to know. SIR Branch #121 meets barbecue and tasty craft as follows: an umbrella group for all planning to stay all day should bring a Livermore High School's Students, Faculty on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the beers. Dennis Aquilina (Hart PTAs in Pleasanton. The bag lunch.) Always accepting cheerful & Administrative needs. Contact: Kristen/ DoubleTree Hotel, Las Flores Road (near Middle School); Lori Chiok mission of the PTA is to cotton fabric donations. Those who can’t Simon - 925-784-1367 or 925-784-9987, Bluebell Drive), Livermore, at 11:30. Any LVEF co-founder Bill make the Sew-Fest but would like to sew, Rich - 925-989-4372, Jim 925-548-8108 retired man is welcome to drop by to Dunlop declared the event (Valley View Elementary); represent their members arrange for kits that can be sews at home. or go to www.livermorehighalumni.com or learn about your opportunities. For more a great success. "You never Maia DeLaat (Walnut Grove and to empower and support Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352-8447 www.mkt.com/lhsaa information check our website: branch121. know how a first-time event Elementary); Ann Fischer them with skills in advocacy, or [email protected] Forte International Exchange sirinc2.org or email Neal Cavanaugh at (Mohr Elementary); Becky leadership, and communica- Fertile Groundworks Garden of Association (FIEA) seeking volunteer host [email protected] (put “SIR” in the will go off. This one exceed- Grace Garden Learning Series, 11 a.m. families for high school boys and girls subject line). ed all of our expectations," Franck (Donlon Elemen- tion to positively impact to noon, May 16 at Asbury United Method- from various countries for the upcoming ClutterLess Self Help Support said Dunlop. "LVEF looks tary); Kelly Hilton (Walnut the lives of all children and ist Church, 4743 East Ave., Livermore. school year. Host families provide room, Group, nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, forward to making Commu- Grove Elementary); James families. More information Topic: Container Gardening. No charge board, and guidance for a foreign teenager. support group for people with difficulty nity for Education an annual Krier (Pleasanton Middle is available at www.pleas- to attend. Couples, single parents, and families discarding unwanted possessions. Clut- antonpta.org. Celebrating 125 years of Livermore with or without children living at home tering is a psychological issue, not an Livermore tradition." High School: Livermore High School & the are all encouraged to apply. The exchange organizing issue. New meeting location: Livermore Valley School Livermore High School Alumni Association students arrive from their home countries Parkview,100 Valley Avenue (main District Superintendent The following local residents recently were initiated into The are beginning to organize interested, com- before the current school year begins. entrance), 2nd Floor Activity Room, Pleas- Kelly Bowers thanked the mitted volunteers to work/head the various Each FIEA student is fully insured, brings anton. Mondays except some holidays Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most committees to organize & plan celebratory his/her own spending money and expects 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Come or call a volunteer crowd and Altamont Beer selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines: events. The goal is for events to follow to bear his/her share of the household at 925)289-5356 or 925-922-1467. Works for supporting Liver- Rachel Kwak of Pleasanton at University of California, Davis through the 2016 school year in honor of responsibilities as well as be included in www.clutterlesseastbay.org more schools. Monica Moorjani of Dublin at University of California, Davis 125 years and not be limited to one day. normal activities and lifestyles. For infor- American Legion Post 47 in Since its inception in Krista Sakogawa of Pleasanton at University of California, Davis Interested? Call: Susan C. 925-447-6071 mation contact your Local Representatives Livermore is looking for veterans in the 1991, LVEF has raised over Borzoo Nejad of Dublin at University of California, Davis or Email: Susan: [email protected] Carol or Susan Berger at 209-502-7443 Livermore area who are interested in $3.8 million for Livermore Membership is by invitation and requires nomination and ap- or Cheryl: [email protected]. or by e-mail [email protected]. performing community service for young proval by a chapter. Volunteer drivers are needed for Information: www.forteexchange.org. people and promoting veterans affairs. schools through individual Pleasanton and Dublin routes. Donate a Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Interested veterans will meet with other and corporate donations. Army and Navy Academy announced that Nicholas Chung couple of hours weekly or every other week Club. Feed your wonder about the Night like-minded veterans for camaraderie and LVEF supports a broad spec- of Dublin has been named to the Honor Roll for the fifth grading to help end senior hunger. Call 925-931- Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the support of veteran’s causes. The American trum of school programs, 5385 for details. 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- Legion is the largest federally chartered period of the 2014-2015 school year. GNON (Girls Night Out Networking) ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 veteran’s organization that is the veterans reflecting the Foundation's Students with a grade point average of 3.50 or higher are named and White Crane Winery in Livermore N. Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at lobby and voice to congress. The Liver- mission to promote Straight to the Honor Roll. invite Bay Area women and their spouses/ 7:00 p.m. talk starts at 7:30 pm. For more more American Legion Post 47 meets the A's in Academics, Arts, and guests for a night of networking, fun and info visit us @ http://www.trivalleystar- second and fourth Monday of each month Athletics for Livermore Kiley Alyse Zeitler of Livermore is listed on the Seattle Pa- great food at the 7th Annual GNON Birth- gazers.org/ at 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial schools. For more informa- cific University 2015 Winter Quarter Dean’s List. Students on the day Hawaiian Bash. Open to everyone. Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 Building, 522 South L Street, Livermore. Dean's List have completed at least 12 credits and attained a 3.50 June 3, 5 to 8 p.m. White Crane Winery, Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s Enter the building from the ramp on the tion visit www.lvef.org. or higher grade point average. 5405 Greenville Rd., Livermore. RSVP and costumes give free guided tours beginning 5th Street side. For more information go THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 11

to http://www.calegion.org/ or contact Bill family activities, and monthly adult RELIGION Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 Centerpointe Church, 3410 Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. Bergmann at calegion.post47@gmail. socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School Cornerstone Court, Pleasanton. Services John Knox Presbyterian Church, com or (925) 443-2330 or Roy Warner at visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contem- 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Children’s 9 a.m. blended with choir and band. 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship 925-449-6048. Community Resources for Inde- plative Service in the Chapel and 10:00 Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible study Childcare for infants through age 6 and service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for Eric's Corner is a free support pendent Living (CRIL) offers services to a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory children start in the worship service with ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education group for people who are dealing with a help people with disabilities and supports and children’s program For more informa- prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Senior their parents. 10:30 contemporary worship Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth diagnosis of Epilepsy. Meetings are held at them to live independently and participate tion www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. adult ministries meet every other month. led by a band. Sunday school for children group Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., second floor, in their community for as long as they are Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Call the office at 846-8650 for more and middle-schoolers. www.centerpointe- youth group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. Pleasanton. We meet from 6:30 -8;00 willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship information. church.org (925) 846-4436. www.jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. on the third Thursday of each month. offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore at 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all Trinity Church, 557 Olivina Ave. Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, Livermore Quakers: Unprogrammed For more information please visit us at to provide information and referrals and ages at 9 a.m. Children's classes during Livermore. Sunday worship at 8:30 and 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and worship, Mondays at 7pm, 1886 College ericscorner.org provide community education at senior adult worship service. AWANA children's 11:00 a.m., and Sunday School and Bible 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. Ave. (United Christian Church). More infor- Pleasanton Lions Club- welcomes centers and affordable housing complexes program Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 study for all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org mation: [email protected] or visitors to come experience a great time to residents of Southern Alameda County. or www.Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday night Valley Bible Church, Livermore, (925) 315-7170. while making a difference in our commu- The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. there is adult Bible study, youth activities Meeting at Altamont Creek Elementary Unity of Tri-Valley, 7567 Amador nity & beyond. Dinner meetings every 2nd Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can Vasco Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday and children's choir at 6:30 p.m. Child School, 6500 Garaventa Ranch Road, Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 & 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, service. Information 447-8747 or www. care during all events. 447-1848, www. Livermore. Services at 10:00 a.m. Sunday service; children’s program avail- The Regalia House, 4133 Regalia Ct., by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at uucil.org trinitylivermore.org Cedar Grove Community Church, able. All are welcome. Ongoing classes, Pleasanton. www.pleasantonlionsclub.org [email protected]. All services Congregation Beth Emek, Center St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship groups, and activities. Rev. Karen Epps, Assistance League® of Amador are free. for Reform, Jewish Learning, Prayer and Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. minister. http://www.unityoftrivalley.org/ Valley invites all visitors to join this Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Community in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada ing the John Main tradition, every Monday cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. 925.829-2733. dedicated group of volunteers, reaching Support Group meets every fourth Court, Pleasanton. Information 931- 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contrac- out to those in need in the Tri-Valley and Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the 1055. Rabbi Dr. Lawrence Milder, www. Claire La Scola at 447-9800. Palomino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. tors St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all having fun doing it. Regular meetings are third floor movie room at Heritage Estates bethemek.org. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, www.jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh ages) – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. held on the third Thursday of the month Retirement Community. The address is Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated 5860 Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Resnick. 925-906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. at 7 p.m. at the Parkview, 100 Valley 900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All are with the Congress of Secular Jewish Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to www. Well Community Outreach Center Center for Spiritual Living Ave., Pleasanton. For more information, welcome. Contacts are: Sandra Grafrath Organizations (csjo.org). Information, stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at ministry provides meats, canned and dry Livermore Valley - People from all faith see our website, www.amadorvalley. 443-6655 or Lee Parlett 292-9280. Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, (831) 278-1916. goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only traditions, cultures, races and sexual assistanceleague.org, e-mail assistance- Food Addicts in Recovery Anony- 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 available prior to the start of the school orientations welcome. Sunday service [email protected], or call mous (FA) is a free Twelve Step recovery First Church of Christ, Scientist, Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services year). Those with an immediate need or at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs (925) 461-6401. program for anyone suffering from food Livermore, services 10 a.m. every on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. who would like to donate nonperishable offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting Navy, Marine Corp & Coast Guard obsession, overeating, under-eating or Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at food items, call the office at (925) 479- place 1617 2nd St., 2nd Floor, Livermore. Active Duty and Veterans. Meet with oth- bulimia. For more information or a list of 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday For more information contact revhar- er like minded veterans for camaraderie additional meetings throughout the U.S. church and reading room are located at and worship with us and to enjoy our and Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Thursday [email protected] or visit us at http:// and support of veterans causes. The Fleet and the world, call 781-932-6300 or visit: Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, hospitality. For more information call the 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up by appointment csllvlighthouse.org. Reserve Association is a chartered orga- www.foodaddicts.org. which is open to the public, features church office 925-462-4802. only. The Outreach Center will be open Evening of Music, Congregation Beth nization that provides a voice in Congress. DBE Daughters of the British books, CDs and magazines for sale. For St. Bartholomew's Episcopal every 4th Saturday to distribute bags from Emek, 3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton: Young veterans are highly encouraged to Empire, John McLaren’s Roses of Britain information, call (925) 447-2946. Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) Fresh and Easy Market and Sprouts. This Congregation Beth Emek and Temple Beth get involved in promoting the concerns of Chapter in the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 Sunset Community Church, 2200 447-3289. Church: Service Schedule: will be on a first come first serve basis Torah (Fremont, CA) invite everyone to an your generation. The local branch of the a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship 8:00 a.m. Contemplative Eucharist; 9:15 between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2333 energetic evening of music, 7 p.m. Sat., FRA meets the first Friday of each month at Castlewood Country Club. DBE was service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service a.m. Adult Bible Study (check web-site): Nissen Drive, Livermore. May 16. Peri Smilow has been wowing at 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial founded in 1909 and is a nonprofit 501(c) starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's 10:25 Sunday School (Godly Play); 10:30: Lynnewood United Methodist audiences since the mid-1990's. A gifted Building, 522 South L St., Livermore. For (3) organization made up of women of church provided. A "Night of Worship" Sung Eucharist with choir, child care Church, 4444 Black Ave. offers a friendly vocalist and guitar player, Peri is also more information go to www.fra.org or British or British Commonwealth heritage first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. provided. 1:00 p.m. Youth Group. www. congregation where all are welcome. an extraordinary storyteller, teacher and contact Roy Warner at 925-449-6048 or and ancestry with a focus on charity and Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 saintbartslivermore.com Worship at 9 or 10:30 a.m. on Sundays entertainer. Now, nearly twenty years and Loraine Maese at 454-1582. fellowship. Those interested in helping p.m. Information, call 447-6282. Little Brown Church, United Church with Sunday school for youth and adults at four critically acclaimed albums later, Operation: SAM “Supporting All with “the cause," enjoying social activities, Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 10:30 a.m. and childcare at both services. Peri Smilow and her music are celebrated Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military and forming long-lasting friendships, Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. Children are welcome in all services. Con- around the world. Visit www.perismilow. support organization based in Livermore. contact Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 Livermore. Information, 447-8840. littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- tact Rev. Heather Hammer at 846-0221, com for bio and links to music and videos. S.A.M. has been in operation since Janu- or Jenny Whitehouse at 925-484-1273 for Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 2580 send an email to [email protected] or Tickets are available online (http:// ary 2004. It is dedicated to the continued additional information. 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 Pathway Community Church, 6533 visit website at www.lynnewood.org. perismilowcbetbt.bpt.me). Tickets are also morale support of deployed troops. For Pleasanton Military Families is a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Wor- The Church of Jesus Christ of available at the Congregation Beth Emek information or donations, visit www. a Pleasanton based support group for adult Bible study/Sunday school. For ship Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, Latter-day Saints: 9050 Mocho St., and Temple Beth Torah offices, and at the operationsam.org, email operationsam@ those who have a loved one serving in the information, call 925-447-1246. youth, adult programs. Biblically based Livermore. 3rd ward 9 a.m., 2nd ward 11 door. Reserved seating is $36, general comcast.net or call 925-443-7620. Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on Asbury United Methodist Church, practical messages, nondenominational. a.m., Mocho branch (Spanish) 2:10 p.m. admission is $18 and seniors/students are Depression and Bipolar Support the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. All are welcomed. www.pathwaycom- 1501 Hillcrest Ave., Livermore: 1st ward, $10. Doors open at 7:00pm for dessert. Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. muntiychurch.org (925) 829-4793. 9 a.m.; 4th ward 11 a.m., Springtown The concert starts at 7:30pm. Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's that are experienced. There is no better Calvary Chapel Livermore, meetings Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, ward, 1 p.m. Eckankar, "Spiritual Tools for Every Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., support than being surrounded by others Sundays at 10 a.m. Robert Livermore 486 S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. wor- The Church of Jesus Christ of Situation" is the theme of the next ECK Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. who know what you are going through. Community Center, 4444 East Ave., ship service. Bible Study/Sunday School Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Worship Service, Sunday, May 17, at Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ Three times per year, the group collect Livermore. (925) 447-4357 - www. 10:20. Bible Basics Class, which explores Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. 11:00 AM. The ECK Worship service is pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al supplies and sends care packages to the calvarylivermore.org. the main teachings of the Bible, meets at Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at held once a month on the third Sunday at Pereira, 462-6415. troops. Contact [email protected] for United Christian Church, www. 7:00 Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: the Four Points Sheridan, 5115 Hopyard Bereaved Mother’s Network of the location of the next meeting. uccliv.org, a gay-welcoming congrega- [email protected] for more info. Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. Road. For further information, Please the Tri-Valley meets the first Tuesday of Livermore Military Families, a tion offering community and spiritual Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., contact http://eck-ca.org/ by computer. each month, 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Livermore support group for families in Livermore encouragement for questioners, seekers East Avenue, Livermore; worship service 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: Civic Center Library, Small Conference who have a loved one serving in the and risk-takers. Worships on Sunday 10:15 a.m. Sundays. www.trivalleychurch. Room. The aim of the network is to allow Military, is intended to be a safe place for morning at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome. org. bereaved mothers to make connections family members to come and share their 1886 College Ave. at M St., Livermore; call Bethel Family Christian Center, with, share resources, and support other experiences and concerns with others who 449-6820 for more information. 501 North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are mothers who have been through the worst understand what they are going through. Granada Baptist Church, 945 Con- Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: experience of their lives, losing a child. For All family members are welcome to attend cannon Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; more information, contact katiestrube@ meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; worship Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- comcast.net. of each month at the Livermore Veterans service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. 1-888- lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open Memorial Building, 522 South L Street 805-7151. a.m. - Elementary aged children go to to new and established residents of the from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 Kid’s Church following worship, nursery Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the information, call Tami Jenkins, 925-784- Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon 5014 or email livermoremilitaryfamilies@ services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month, yahoo. a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, org/ All are welcome. 925-449-4848. 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015

Lab Climate Scientist Earns DOE Award Local Rebekahs to Serve As Officers in the Energy Secretary Ernest ACME consists of a multi- ture: Bader, LLNL’s climate Grand Lodge of California Moniz has awarded Law- institutional effort involving program leader, is the chair The Livermore Odd Fel- rence Livermore National eight DOE national labs, of the council; Collins is the lows Lodge #219 and the Laboratory climate scientist the National Center for At- chief scientist; and Taylor Rebekah Silver Star Lodge David Bader with a DOE mospheric Research, four is the chief computational #336 have announced that Secretarial Honor Award academic institutions and scientist. two of the Lodge women for his leadership of the Ac- one private-sector company. ACME’s initial focus will be Grand Officers in the celerated Climate Modeling ACME is intended to accel- will be on three climate Grand Lodge of the State of for Energy (ACME) project. erate the development and change science drivers and California for the year May The Secretarial Honor application of fully coupled, corresponding questions 2015 – May 2016. Delphine Awards are the department's state-of-the-science Earth- to be answered during the Ridolfi Perry will served highest form of non-mon- system models for scientific project's initial phase: as Grand Color Bearer and etary employee recogni- and energy applications. • Water Cycle: How do Sharon M. Vargas as Outside tion. Individual and team The plan is to exploit the hydrological cycle and Guardian. awardees are selected by the advanced software and water resources interact with Livermore Odd Fellows Secretary of Energy. next-generation high-per- the climate system on local is one of the oldest lodges in William Collins of Law- formance computing (HPC) to global scales? the world, meeting at 2160 Delphine Ridolfi Perry Sharon Vargas rence Berkeley National architectures as they become • Biogeochemistry: How First Street, Livermore for Laboratory and Mark Taylor available at DOE Leadership do biogeochemical cycles over 100 years. of Sandia National Labora- Computing Facilities. The interact with global climate There will be a Grand phine’s parents were both was married in 1967 and tory, California were co- three awardees constitute change? Convention in Modesto, CA Odd Fellows. completed her high school winners of the award. the executive council of the • Cryosphere Systems: on May 16, 2015 when the Delphine worked at education at Ocean Side Launched in July 2014, ACME management struc- How do rapid changes in two ladies will be installed the Alameda County Fair- High School. Her husband cryospheric systems, or ar- as Grand Officers. grounds for 12 years as served in the Marine Corps. eas of the Earth where water Delphine Ridolfi Per- Coordinator of Exhibits in In 1979, she moved back LDS Stake Presidency exists as ice or snow, interact ry was born in Livermore the Gem and Mineral & to Livermore and sold cars with the climate system? at St. Paul’s Hospital on Hobby Collection building. and insurance. For the past Change Announced Bader has worked in the September 12, 1940. Her Her hobbies include sewing 15 years, Sharon has worked national lab arena since parents were Doris and and stained glass. She loves for Walmart in various posi- The Livermore California Stake of The Church of Jesus 1985, starting his career at Russell Bankhead. She at- Monterey and camping. She tions. Christ of Latter-day Saints recently announced a change in Pacific Northwest National tended Livermore schools: was involved with her 40th, Sharon is blessed with the Stake Presidency. The Livermore Stake is comprised Laboratory first as a research 5th Street K-6, Junction 50th and 55th class reunions. four sons, four grandsons, of seven Mormon congregations (including a Spanish Lan- scientist and then moving up Avenue 7-8 and Livermore She was responsible for the one granddaughter and one guage and a Young Single Adult congregation) in the cities to a senior research scientist High School. She graduated money and reservations be- great-granddaughter. Her of Livermore and Dublin. and eventually a project in 1959. cause her maiden name was hobbies include helping the After nearly nine years of service in the stake presidency, manager. From 2003-2009, Bankhead. Boy Scouts, white water Kurt Alexander, President, Kenneth Black, 1st Counselor, Delphine was married in he was director of the Pro- Delphine has two daugh- and Richard Zollinger, 2nd Counselor were released. They 1959 to Carlo Sergio Ridolfi, rafting, reading and beading. gram for Climate Model and they were married for ters, three granddaughters, In 2004, Sharon joined received an expression of gratitude for their faithful service Diagnosis and Intercompari- from the nearly 1,000 members in attendance at the Sunday 43 years. two grandsons, two great- Livermore Rebekah Lodge son at Lawrence Livermore. Delphine was a Brownie granddaughters and one #154 because of a co-worker conference. The Mayor of Livermore, John Marchand, was In 2009 he moved to Oak also present at the conference and said a few words in tribute. and Girl Scout. She joined great grand-son. Delphine and dear friend, Doris Bank- Ridge National Laboratory The Livermore California Stake will now be guided Rainbow for girls and Theta remarried Richard Perry in head. Doris always talked by President Troy Witt with Scott Adams serving as 1st where he was the founding Rho in 1955. She joined 2005, and now has a total of about the Rebekahs and Counselor and Kelly Mills as 2nd Counselor. Troy Witt is deputy director of the lab’s Livermore Rebekah Lodge 16 grandkids. how much she loved being a a Sales & Operations Executive with The Clorox Company, Climate Change Science #154 in 1959, Silver Star Sharon M. Vargas was part of the order. Currently, is married to Sherri Witt and they have 3 children and 2 Institute and was assigned #336 in 2008, and Liver- born in Livermore, CA at St. Sharon is a member of Silver grandchildren. Scott Adams is a Director of Human Re- for six months as a senior more Odd Fellows #219 in Paul’s Hospital on July 27, Star #336, and she joined sources with Shea Homes, is married to Kathy Adams and research adviser for Climate 2004. 1950. She was educated in the Livermore Odd Fellow they have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Kelly Mills is a Change to the DOE Office Delphine’s mother, Doris Livermore schools: Junction Lodge #219 in 2009. She Senior Director of Development with Oracle, is married to of Science Director. He re- Bankhead, was a Rebekah Avenue and Granada High served as District Deputy Joleen Mills and they have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. turned to Livermore in 2011 for 50 years and a Dis- School for freshman and President from 2001-2014 The church operates with a lay ministry. All of its local as Climate Program leader. trict Deputy President. Del- sophomore years. Sharon for District #36. members serve each other without pay.