VOLUME L, NUMBER 35 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 Speaker Debunks Myths Surrounding Health Care Plan

By Carol Graham the realities of health care nente’s National Program. and reduce costs of health be able to shop for health Find Out What's With the nation on the reform. The event was held “A year later, I’m happy to care for individuals and the care coverage. By January, Happening threshold of one of the most at Concannon Vineyard. announce, it’s being imple- government. they’re going to be able to significant changes to health “We were in this lovely mented even as we speak.” “Health care reform access care for the first time Check Out Section A care since the establishment venue about a year ago. The Affordable Care Act didn’t just happen; Obam- in years, and for some, pos- Section A is filled with of Medicare and Medicaid in At that point we were still (ACA), commonly called acare didn’t just pop its sibly ever.” information about arts, 1965, businesspeople, gov- wondering, ‘Is health care Obamacare, is a US federal head up. It was in response Under the ACA, an en- people, entertainment and special events. There are ernment officials and com- reform actually going to statute signed into law in to an untenable situation for rollment period for health education stories, a variety munity leaders attended the happen?’’’ recalled Kitty 2010 aiming to increase the millions of Americans,” said insurance plans will begin of features, and the arts and Livermore Valley Chamber Guptill, Senior Vice Presi- quality and affordability of Guptill. “In a little more October 1st, with coverage entertainment and bulletin of Commerce’s August 22 dent of Strategic Market health insurance, lower the than a month, millions of (See HEALTH CARE, page 8) board. luncheon talk to learn about Planning for Kaiser Perma- number of the uninsured, Americans are going to

Scottish Games at Fairgrounds National 5 More Years Security The Caledonian Club of San Francisco, promoters of Requires the Scottish Highland Gath- ering and Games announced More Than they once again signed a five year contract with the Alam- eda County Fairgrounds just Weapons in time to celebrate the 148th Book by Harold Brown Annual Event this weekend in Pleasanton. Offers Insights Based on The Scottish Highland Lessons from the Past Gathering and Games, held at the Alameda County Fair- Establishing a nonpoliti- grounds, is the largest in cal private-public innovation the United States. There corporation could provide is always something new a way to enable develop- to be discovered; this year ment of new technology and visit a Celtic rock concert prove the viability of a new at the Games and see what idea for the marketplace. Scotland's young musicians Such new ideas, often too have invented - rock and roll expensive or with rewards with bagpipes and electric too far off for stockholders’ guitars. patience, could eventually “The Pleasanton Games jumpstart America’s econo- is more than a cultural event my in worthwhile directions. for Scottish people; the So says The Honorable Dr. games are an event for the Harold Brown, former Sec- whole family, regardless of Photo - Doug Jorgensen one’s roots. Nearly every- Visitors to the Alviso Adobe in Pleasanton last Sunday said goodbye to summer vacation with an old fashioned retary of Defense (under President Carter), former one in the U.S. has a drop ice cream social. They made ice cream at the original location of the Meadowlark Dairy. After making the ice of Scottish or Irish blood Secretary of the Air Force, cream, visitors were able to sample their creation. Allyson Wong licks a cone, while Clayton Kahl looks on. At and Livermore Lab’s third in them, and it can be fully right is Megan Kummer, assistant naturalist, who made the ice cream with the help of the kids. recognized at this event,” director. commented Scottish Games During a visit to Liver- Manager & Chief George more Lab this August, Dr. McCombe. Brown expanded on that The Scottish Gathering Budget Bill Brings a Little More to Pleasanton Schools and other ideas contained and Games not only bring in his book, “Star Spangled culture and tradition, but has Not everything is firmed what she estimated in June not part of the Gov. Jerry lenge to the district. It will Security Applying Lessons great economic impact on up yet under the Local as $923,000 in "new, ongo- Brown's May Revise. Not involve school personnel, Learned Over Six Decades the entire Tri-Valley Region. Control Funding Formula ing dollars" has grown to much is known about ERT parents and students. Safeguarding America.” Star Barbara Steinfeld, President (LCFF), the state's new ap- $1.1 million, based on the in dollars, but a staff report Traditionally, much state Spangled Security, written of Visit Tri-Valley says, proach to education funding. latest information. said that it likely will benefit funding came with strings with Joyce Winslow, pro- “The Scottish Games have However, there was a little Also an improvement the Pleasanton District. attached, and could be used vides lessons from the past, been one of the mainstays bit of updated news for the since the district drew up its The Budget Act also es- only for certain purposes. which Brown bridges to cur- of tourism for Tri-Valley for rent and future challenges decades. Because the Games Pleasanton Unified School budget for 2013-14 is the ad- tablished a requirement that Now most of the budget will District. dition of the Economic Re- districts adopt a Local Con- be available for whatever that the country faces. take place in Pleasanton Other topics covered in and the headquarter hotel Deputy Superintendent covery Target (ERT), which trol and Accountability Plan vision the district chooses is the San Ramon Marriott, Luz Cázares told trustees at was created in a trailer bill (LCAP). Drawing up that to carry out, with the usual the book include how to the Games exemplify how their meeting Aug. 20 that of the state budget. It was plan will present a new chal- (See BUDGET, page 4) deal with Egypt post-Arab tourism affects the entire spring, the evolution of his Tri-Valley. The economic relationship with Edward impact comes from visitors Teller, a dysfunctional fed- staying in hotels, campers Dublin Rejects Request to Ban Safe and Sane Fireworks eral government, and the staying in RV Parks, shop- importance of education and ping and eating in restau- Requests for Dublin to Marlene Mazzetti raised the sidered separate from the have done so, she added. the economy to the security rants. The Scottish Games ban sales of safe and sane issue in a letter, and spoke profit it generates. There is Presenting a different of the nation. events are so varied and so fireworks were rejected by in person. too much at stake involving point of view was a letter Brown’s impressive his- fun; they draw thousands to councilmembers. However, In Dublin, some non- injuries," said Mazzetti. from Pete Peterson, a retired tory of experience informs Tri-Valley.” they did call for a report that profit organizations sell legal Pleasanton and Liver- police officer. He said he his views. He served as The Scottish Gathering would help the city educate fireworks as fund-raisers. more have made the sale has been involved for many director of the Lawrence and Games will be held people concerning fireworks Mazzetti said that she was of safe and sane fireworks years in the sale of save Livermore National Labora- August 31 and Sept. 1 from safety. aware of the nonprofits, illegal. Dublin should follow and sane fireworks in the tory July 1960-May 1961, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. each The council discussed the but the "sale of safe and suit, said Mazzetti. Many community. His experience leading development of the day at the fairgrounds in Polaris missile and thereby item at its Aug. 20 meeting. sane fireworks must be con- other cities in California (See FIREWORKS, page 4) Pleasanton. For more infor- (See HAROLD BROWN, page 5) mation, go to www.thescot- tishgames.com. 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PAGE 2 - The Independent, AUGUST 29, 2013 Old House Saved As New Livermore Police Chief Sworn In Pleasanton City Council By Carol Graham five children, two still living The Swearing In Cer- at home. He enjoys baseball, OKs 12 New Units emony for Livermore’s new reading, fishing and spend- Chief of Police, Michael ing time with his family. Harris, was held August Harris earned a Bache- The Pleasanton City cluded speakers both sup- 21 at the Robert Livermore lor’s Degree in Criminal Jus- Council approved a 12-unit porting saving the home Community Center. tice from the California State single family project that and those who questioned Harris was chosen from a University, Stanislaus and a will replace a mobile home why it should be saved. pool of nearly 40 candidates Master’s Degree in Emer- park on Stanley Blvd. Jan Batchellor noted over a three-month applica- gency Services Administra- The project had raised that the site has been an tion period, according to tion from California State controversy because of eyesore for forty years. city officials. He succeeds University, Long Beach. He the presence of a 101 year "Keep it simple. Approve interim Chief Randy Son- is also a graduate of both the old home on the property. the 12 units for the site. nenberg, who took over after FBI National Academy and Previously, the developer, A small, infill project will Chief Steve Sweeney retired the International Association Ponderosa Homes, had be an attractive addition earlier this year. of Chiefs of Police’s nation- ally recognized leadership proposed demolishing the to the area and bring more “Chief Harris shares a training course, Leadership home and building 14 new customers to downtown common trait with the previ- in Police Organizations. houses. The planning com- businesses." ous two chiefs,” said Mayor The Livermore Police mission rejected that plan Gerald Hodnefield, a John Marchand. “He has a Department has 90 sworn by a 4 to 0 vote. member of the city's His- passion for his work and for serving the community he officers and 45 full-time pro- Since the planning com- toric Preservation Task has sworn to protect. How fessional staff members who mission vote, city staff and Force, said there should people feel about the safety are responsible for public Ponderosa developed a pro- be some balance between of their community is based safety and crime prevention posal to preserve the home. retaining old homes and upon the Chief’s leadership in the City of Livermore. Ponderosa would replace property rights. He did not and the available resources. “I believe public service the roof, paint the house think the house in question When it comes to how the is a noble calling that en- and provide landscaping. was worth saving. department is managed, the compasses service, honor The funds used to spruce up Scott Raty, CEO of the buck stops with the Chief.” and courage,” Harris said Chief Michael Harris the home would come from Pleasanton Chamber of Livermore City Manager in his Chief’s Message. a fee that developers pay Commerce, agreed with Marc Roberts announced the “The Livermore Police De- towards the Bernal Park. Hodnefield. "This house appointment on July 31st. partment’s Value Statement The city council was has no historic value. Let's “I am very pleased Chief is a reminder of our core presented with the option to go back to the 14 units." Harris will be joining us,” purpose as law enforce- save the home and approve Linda Garbarino, an- said Roberts. “He is a strong ment professionals, ‘Service 12 new homes or demolish other member of the His- leader and will make a great with Honor, Protection with the home and allow 14 new toric Preservation Task addition to the department.” Purpose.’ We strive to ac- units. Force, called the decision Born and raised in complish this by providing Just prior to last week's to sell the home and build Modesto, Harris served as quality customer service, council meeting, the prop- 12 new homes a win-win a captain in the Modesto maintaining accountability erty owner notified Pon- for everyone. "Saving the Police Department, and most and the public trust, focusing derosa and the city that the old home helps retain the recently attained the posi- our crime fighting efforts, old house had been sold. charm of the street." tion of Operations Division engaging citizens through The new owner would re- All of the councilmem- Commander. He began community policing, and furbish it. bers said they liked the his law enforcement career utilizing technology and best Pamela Hardy, an of- design of the project. in 1990 with the Oakdale practices.” ficial with Ponderosa Karla Brown comment- Police Department, before Added Marchand, “My Homes, told the council ed that preservation of a transferring to Modesto father started as a motor- that the house has been an 101 year old home should where he rose through the cycle cop on a seven-man issue. "Our preference was be the first option, not the ranks from police officer to force. He retired as the demolition. However, at last. Old homes are one of captain. He accepted spe- chief of a department of 120 this point, we're indifferent, the attractions of down- cialized assignments includ- sworn officers. I take great either option is acceptable." town Pleasanton. ing working with the SWAT pride in that three Livermore With that in mind, the Kathy Narum added Team, Crimes Against Chil- officers started their careers council voted 5 to 0 for the that having the home fixed dren, and Internal Affairs. working for my father and 12 unit proposal. will be a positive for all During the ceremony’s they will finish their careers Dale Morris, represent- of us. invocation, Livermore Po- working with me. ing the property owner, said Mayor Jerry Thorne lice Chaplain Mike Veneman “With that history, and as he had been told to sell the said that he felt govern- asked for protection, guid- the Mayor of Livermore, it home. "We have a signed ment had overstepped its ance, and for Chief Harris to was a great honor for me to swear in the new police chief contract to do so." Morris bonds by tying the project “be given favor in the eyes of our city.” said that the buyer is related to the old home. However, of the people for whom he to one of the previous oc- he felt that the project that would willingly lay down cupants of the home. was approved is a good his life.” The public hearing in- one. Harris is married with Livermore Valley Senior Living A FREE Educational Seminar “ A Home Away From Home”

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Weapons and Complex Integration led a letter signed by Bay Area Members to the Department vestigation is encouraged to contact the Pleasanton Police Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Director of Homeland Security (DHS) urging support for BART’s Department at (925) 931-5100. Parney Albright has selected Charles Verdon as principal request for transit security funding. associate director for Weapons & Complex Integration. “Protecting our BART system means protecting its ap- Local Company Recieves NIH Grant Verdon has served in this position in an acting capacity proximately 400,000 daily riders from a terrorist attack. As U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell (CA-15) announced since April 2013. we saw in Boston, disaster can strike at any moment and we that Sandstone Diagnostics, a company based in Livermore, “Charlie brings an extraordinarily broad national security have to be prepared and vigilant,” said Swalwell. was awarded a National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant technical leadership background and expertise to this posi- This funding comes through the Transit Security Grant of nearly $150,000 to develop equipment to rapidly detect tion that is coupled with the strong respect he garners from Program (TSGP) which provides funds to owners and neonatal sepsis, a blood infection, in newborns. The founders the Laboratory and international communities,” Albright operators of transit systems to secure infrastructure and of Sandstone Diagnostics developed Sandstone’s core point- said. “He has proven his ability to successfully oversee otherwise protect against terrorist attacks. Examples of pos- of-care clinical diagnostics technology at Sandia National scientific and technical teams in support of the Laboratory’s sible uses for TSGP awards include surveillance training, Laboratory for national defense applications before licensing national security mission, both in wide-ranging dimensions public awareness campaigns, detection equipment, security the technology and launching the company in 2012. and on a personal level.” cameras and the hardening of infrastructure. For FY2013, "We are very excited to have received this grant. Neonatal He will continue to lead and execute the Laboratory’s TSGP is providing $83,716,813 to the Nation’s High-Threat sepsis is an enormous problem and the current methods for nuclear weapons program to support the current stock- Urban Areas. monitoring patients and diagnosing sepsis are not adequate,” pile and transformation to a future stockpile and Nuclear said Greg Sommer, co-founder and CEO of Sandstone. “It's Weapons Complex infrastructure, ensuring stockpile safety, Robbery Targets Casino Winner extremely difficult to draw blood from a very small infant, security, reliability and performance. He also will have the The Pleasanton Police Department received a 911 call and the child's condition can change drastically within the responsibility to develop and maintain the broad range of Monday from a resident on Roselma Place reporting that days that it takes a laboratory to make a diagnosis. The fact WCI technical capabilities and infrastructure that supports she and her husband had been robbed at gunpoint five that our system can run these tests in minutes rather than days the current and long-range mission of the Laboratory. minutes earlier. using only a few drops of blood makes this a natural early Verdon joined the Laboratory in 1998 and has held a The victim advised that she had just arrived home, exited application for our technology. This grant is a big boost to variety of scientific and key leadership roles in the WCI her vehicle and was attempting to close the garage door our young company and we are eager to get to work and organization, most recently serving as the acting WCI prin- when she was confronted by three men armed with guns. bring this product to the market." cipal associate director, principal deputy principal associate The suspects forced her into the house, where they then Carrie Burchard, manager of business development director, program director for the Secondary Nuclear Design confronted her husband as well and demanded “the money.” at Sandia’s Livermore campus, stated, “This technology Program and AX-division leader. He has a Ph.D. in nuclear The husband complied and gave them the cash out of fear represents a fine example of how Sandia R&D conducted engineering from the University of Arizona, Tucson. for his and his wife’s safety. for the government for national security purposes can often The husband was apparently gambling at a Bay Area have even broader application and benefit to the taxpayer. Dublin Human Services Commission casino from Sunday evening into the early hours of Monday Sandia has more than 1,200 patents and 500 commercial Interested residents are invited to apply for the newly morning. After winning an undisclosed amount of money, copyrights, the bulk of which are available for licensing.” created Dublin Human Services Commission. he took a cab home and fell asleep in a downstairs bedroom, Early detection of the onset of sepsis and timely thera- The Human Services Commission, an advisory body to leaving the cash beside him in a bag. The robbery occurred peutic intervention is critical for survival in newborns. the Dublin City Council, provides grant funding recom- several hours later. Sandstone's instrument will enable Neonatal Intensive Care mendations for the Community Grants Program and the The three suspects were all described as black male Unit (NICU) staff to monitor protein and cellular biomarkers federal Community Development Block Grants program. adults, roughly 19 to 23 years of age, of approximately 5’8” of sepsis at an infant’s bedside using only a few drops of The Commission will also collaborate with the Cities of in height and weighing 150 pounds. Each was wearing a blood obtained by a heel stick. Livermore and Pleasanton Human Service Commissions red “hoodie” sweatshirt and black pants, and all donned to address unmet needs identified in the 2011 Tri-Valley bandanas during the robbery. Per the victim, the suspects Correction Human Services Needs Assessment. fled on foot out of the house toward Bernal Avenue. She In last Thursday's paper, the front-page photo accompa- To learn more about the City of Dublin’s recent Human was unsure whether there was a vehicle involved. nying the Veterans Intern Program story shows mentor Lee Services activities and to review a copy of the 2011 Tri- Anyone with information that would assist in the in- Phillips, not Jae Jeon. Valley Human Services Needs Assessment, please click on this link:http://www.dublin.ca.gov/index.aspx?nid=1142 There are two ways to apply for the position. Fill out the online application, or print the application and return it to the City Clerk's office at 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin. The deadline to submit applications is at 5:00 p.m. on TAKE ME HOME! Friday, September 20, 2013. Commission appointments will be considered by the City Council on Tuesday, October 1, TVAR is bursting at the seams with adorable and sweet DOGS, PUPPIES, KITTENS and CATS! 2013. The first Human Services Commission meeting will Summer brings an explosion of available pets needing homes. be held the week of November 4, 2013. For questions about the newly formed Human Services Adopt Your Companion: Commission, please contact Amy Cunningham at 925-833- Dogs & Puppies Cats & Kittens Kittens 6610 or [email protected]. Pleasanton Farmers’ Market Dublin PetSmart Pet Food Express Corner of First Street 6960 Amador Plaza Road 1436 First Street, Livermore Funding for BART Safety & W. Angela Street Cats–All Day & Night, Everyday! Saturdays 11:30am-3:30pm U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell (CA-15) announced Saturdays 10am-1:00pm Kittens–Saturdays & Sundays, 609 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Danville last week that the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) System 12:00pm-4:00pm Sundays 12:00pm-4:00pm was awarded a FEMA transportation security grant of $12.8 million for FY2013 to secure its Transbay Tube and protect For more information email: [email protected] the system in case of a terrorist attack. Swalwell, a member of the Homeland Security Committee which has jurisdiction Tri-Valley Animal Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization over FEMA funding, recently toured the Transbay Tube and www.tvar.org serving the homeless animal community in the greater Tri-Valley area.

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The centers program, a collaboration between Alameda meeting regarding the Sun- 38 attached townhouses. The for the company. Neighbors cannot pull the types of County Office of Education, local com- set Development Company's 13-acre Sunset Office Plaza of the two sites have said tenants that will pay higher munity colleges and CSU East Bay, offers proposals to redevelop of- was built in the early 70s and that they preferred retain- rents. an opportunity for those who would like fice parks in Livermore for has more than 75,000 square ing the current commercial/ The meeting hosted by residential use. feet of medical, dental and business uses. If there were the city on Sept. 5 will pro- to become teachers to gain the necessary The proposals have office space in 10 buildings. any change in use, an all vide information about the education. drawn strong opposition. A separate application single family development application process and the The program recruits and supports high- Neighbors have raised a was submitted to rezone would be the choice. proposed redevelopment ly-qualified paraeducators with consider- variety of concerns. They property at the southwest Speakers at the meetings plans. The public will learn with Sunset said that many about the application pro- able in-classroom experience who want to include traffic, parking, the corner or Barcelona Street size of the lots, school over- and Catalina Drive to allow of the businesses could not cess and ways to comment obtain a teaching credential. crowding, property values, for 31 attached townhouses. afford rents at other sites in on the applications. The goal is to develop a diverse and and the loss of a place where The Livermore Financial Livermore. They may go This is an informational culturally responsive teaching force that small businesses can afford Center consists of four out of business or move to meeting only. No action will is more likely to live in the communities to locate. buildings on two acres be- another city, such as Tracy. be taken. Planning commis- The meeting will be held hind the Lucky Shopping Several speakers pointed out sion and city council hear- where they work, creating a stronger con- at 7 p.m. on Thurs., Sept. 5 Center. that the affordability is what ings will be scheduled on nection with students and their parents. at the city council chambers, Sunset Development allowed small businesses to dates in the future. In exchange for funding their education, 3575 Pacific Avenue. Company held several meet- get started. Small businesses For additional informa- those who are selected pay back the state Sunset has submitted ings with nearby residents to are the engine that drives the tion, contact the Livermore an application to rezone gauge support for various economy. They are needed. Planning Division at 960- with time as teachers. property at the northeast housing types and densi- Sunset has said that the 4450 or planning@cityofli- It is a win-win for all involved. Qualified corner of Holmes Street ties. The goal was to come office complexes need hun- vermore.net. individuals receive advanced education. and Concannon Boulevard Schools are able to hire teachers with hands- on experience. PPIE Collects Over $270,000 in Three Days Pleasanton Partnerships at all levels of education.” adopted by the State known making a difference, ac- in Education (PPIE) Foun- “Filling gaps created by as the Local Control Fund- cording to Bob Miller, PPIE dation experienced an un- reduced state funding and ing Formula will provide Board President. precedented surge in giving supporting the continuity of our district opportunities “Every year we strive from the community during education through student as well as challenges that to strengthen the partner- (continuedBUDGET from page one) the first three days of the transitions between elemen- require continued collabora- ship between these critical 2014-2015 Giving Fund tary, middle and high school tion between all parties. We groups towards our common (GATE) program. Campaign this week.. The are imperative,” Hayes con- truly appreciate everything goal,” said Miller, “but this limit that there is only so "We no longer offer campaign launched on Au- tinued. “These are key ar- our community does for our year is already exceeding much total money. GATE in this district. But gust 19, which coincided eas where PPIE makes an students.” our expectations. The last This led the trustees to should we? I don't know," with three days of school impact.” Leading PPIE's registra- three days show how we can discuss how a committee said Laursen. It's expensive registration where PPIE This week marks the tion day effort was Board really make a difference in could be created to under- to test to see who can benefit received over $270,000 in third year PPIE has hosted Member Andrea Stokoe, supporting our schools by take the work, and further, from the program, she said. donations. information tables at school whose committee spent hun- working together.” just how much the educa- With the Core Curricu- “That’s a preliminary sites during registration. Su- dreds of hours this summer Pleasanton Partnerships tional vision might shift, as lum coming to all California number,” said Susan Hayes, perintendent Parvin Ahmadi preparing registration forms, in Education Foundation is the old categories' walls are districts in 2015, with its PPIE Executive Director. talked about the founda- producing a volunteer train- a 501(c)3 non-profit organi- erased. own methods of learning and “We are still awaiting online tion’s role in overall funding ing packet, designing visuals zation that has worked since Trustee Joan Laursen said technical tools, "Do we need donations and matching for the district. and materials to explain how 1987 to enhance learning that she sees the switch to a separate program (such as funds.” “In addition to employ- school funding works in the experiences for students LFCC funding and the cre- GATE)"? she asked. Hayes says PPIE is over- ee concessions, our par- district, and implementing of the Pleasanton Unified ation of the LCAP as a "huge Another example of a whelmed by the support. ent organizations and PPIE two training sessions in early School District through a opportunity. I know staff has decision that may have to “Last year, the foundation have done a phenomenal August. partnership of businesses, visions in their heads about be made is whether or not raised $170,000 at registra- job working together to The increased level of schools and the community. what they would like to see the current length of high tion. This level of giving help mitigate the impact collaboration between the For more information about indicates a growing aware- improved." school class periods would of the budget cuts the last school sites, parent groups, PPIE, log onto www.ppie. ness of the importance of five years,” Ahmadi said. and the foundation is already org or contact mail@ppie. Laursen said the forma- provide a good structure providing quality instruction “The new funding model org. tion of a budget would not for Common Core. "If the be a matter of 'Here's $120 periods were longer, how million. Figure out how much longer? How would you will spend it,' but rather we fund it? Would it cost asking employees to think more?" asked Laursen. Swalwell Forum Covers Immigration, Cell Snooping bigger. If we could agree Trustees and superin- Congressman Eric Swal- children would be deported. so 13 years is a long time," curity," said Swalwell. The to change something what tendent Parvin Ahmadi dis- well spoke at a constituent "It's a broken system," said said Swalwell. line drew applause. would it be, and how could cussed how to provide the forum about current issues Swalwell. Swalwell also quoted a Members of Tri-Valley we get there?" community with enough before the House, including Swalwell supports the statistic from the Partner- CAREs were in the au- Laursen gave an indica- information about LCFF immigration, the federal Immigration bill that re- ship for a New American dience, asking questions tion of how perceptions and so that the eventual LCAP government's cell-phone ceived 68 votes in the Sen- Economy, which said that 40 about the trucking of pluto- thoughts by board members members and the community snooping, and the Afford- ate, in a show of bipartisan percent of U.S. companies nium bomb cores to LLNL. and educators might change at large can play a thoughtful able Care Act. support. The measure would are formed by immigrants Swalwell said he will be under LCFF and LCAP. In role in the process. Swalwell's forum held on result in a tighter border or their children. Undocu- setting up a meeting with the past, some state funding Ahmadi said that she will Aug. 21 at Las Positas Col- by doubling the number of mented individuals receive the Department of Energy was provided for a Gifted return at a future meeting lege drew about 75 people. agents there from 20,000 to an education here, and are an to learn more. "I share your and Talented Education with an additional report. Swalwell spent much of 40,000. asset to the United States. "If concerns. We should know his time talking about the The congressman said we can keep them here, they all about it," he said. Immigration Act. He said he thought that that number are keys to the economy, A questioner asked Swal- that as an Alameda County would be too high, say- and to creating jobs," said well if there were anything prosecutor, he was frustrated ing 40,000 agents could be Swalwell. that he would change about about what he called the deployed 1000 feet apart, On the federal govern- the Affordable Care Act. (continuedFIREWORKS from page one) inconsistency in current im- along critical border areas. ment's tracking of every- He said that the medical works does not appear to migration regulations. "I'd rather put the money one's cell phone numbers, device section of the law is that communities in the curb the number of illegal A felon would be released into education and seniors," Swalwell said, "We need includes a tax that could East Bay that have added fireworks incidence They from prison after serving he said. security, but that doesn't drive some manufacturers of officers on July 4, have said the were inclined not time, but instead of being The 13-year path to citi- mean that cell phone records devices overseas to nations still failed to control illegal to make any changes in the sent to his native country, zenship in the Senate bill should be downloaded daily, where there is no such tax. fireworks. A ban on safe and ordinance. he would be back on the ensures a long system (of my mom's and yours. Don't He would like to see that sane fireworks would have Kevin Hart said that streets in this state. On the naturalization). "Thirteen compromise privacy for se- changed. a minimal, if any, impact on he agreed, but the council other hand, a mother of two years ago, I was in college, the use of illegal fireworks. should find out whether any Alameda County Deputy more efforts could be made Fire Chief Bonnie Terra told to educate people about the the council that use of illegal use of illegal fireworks. The fireworks has risen through- staff will report back con- out the state over the past cerning that idea. five years, with an increase On another item, the (Opinions voiced in let- nuclear arsenal by creating I ask Congress to act to advocacy of racial equality, in quantities and sizes. council voted unanimously ters published in Mailbox a so-called “interoperable” constrain the LEPs, which Dr. King opposed all vio- Safe and sane fireworks to create a Human Service are those of the author and warhead to be launched will save more than half a lence, like the Vietnam war. are defined in the health and Commission, an item it dis- do not necessarily reflect the interchangeably by nuclear billion dollars this year and And there is no greater vio- safety code as fireworks that cussed at an earlier meeting. opinion of The Independent. tipped missiles in land based tens of billions over the com- lence than that perpetrated don't explode or leave the The council set the ap- Letter Policy: The Inde- silos and submarines. ing decade. each day against billions of ground. plication period from Aug. pendent will not publish In designing this new I ask my neighbors to cows, pigs, and other sen- In the council discussion, 21 to Sept. 20. Councilmem- anonymous letters, nor will warhead, the Livermore contact Rep. Eric Swalwell tient animals in America’s David Haubert and Mayor bers will discuss nomina- it publish letters without Laboratory is increasingly and Senators Dianne Fein- factory farms and slaugh- Tim Sbranti said that as tions Oct. 1, prior to the names. Abusive letters may contradicting the nation’s stein and Barbara Boxer to terhouses. earlier testimony showed, be rejected or edited. Fre- nuclear policy articulated by let them know you are con- The day before his assas- mayor making appointments quent letter writers may the President and the Nucle- cerned about the escalating banning safe and sane fire- sination in 1968, Dr. King to the new commission. have publication of their let- ar Posture Review. Further, costs associated with design- came to Memphis to cham- ters delayed. 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(continuedHAROLD from page one) BROWN establishing the young Lab rather than toward the So- a wide gap between services as an important component viets, which had previously the public demands and the in U.S. defense. As U.S. Sec- been the case. The arrange- taxes they are willing to retary of Defense from 1977 ment also taught Egypt how pay. Congress wants to cut to 1981 under President the U.S. military and its everything but itself. The Jimmy Carter, Dr. Brown led civilian population interact. staffs of representatives have military to military talks that Asked about what the fu- increased in size. There is underpinned what President ture of Egypt might be, and a need to reduce the many Carter enabled during the S TAR how the U.S. might impact levels of decision makers Camp David Peace Accords. SPANGLED that future, Brown stated, so the country can get im- As Secretary of Defense, SECURITY “There is not a lot we can portant work done and done Dr. Brown reinvigorated the APPLYING do. It is a very tricky situ- knowledgeably.” LESSONS LEARNED NATO alliance, promoted OVER SIX DECADES ation.” He added that while He says that education SAFEGUARDING AWACs, increased U.S. con- AMERICA there was a democratically represents the smallest bud- ventional force capabilities, elected government in place, get line item, yet has the and developed a new gen- Harold Brown with Joyce Winslow it was not a democratic gov- most influence in future eration of nuclear strategic ernment. productivity. He advocates weapons and delivery sys- Options proposed include for a vocational education tems during the hottest part stopping financial aid and pathway as a way to prepare of the Cold War. As a senior ity (NIF) is an interesting not selling arms to Egypt. people for the changing job negotiator of SALT II, he example, if it works. Brown doesn’t see cut- market, and suggests that the also helped set the limits of "The NIF itself has too ting off aid as a useful pol- military run its own schools nuclear strategic weapons. long-term a payoff to be a icy. “It may be possible to train personnel leaving As Air Force Secretary project of the innovation to tweak it in order to put the force to jobs needed in during the Lyndon Johnson corporation. But if it suc- pressure on the military, but the private sector. administration, Brown saw ceeds, an innovation corpo- other countries, which may Dr. Brown also talked pilots off to the Vietnam ration could fund a full-scale not have U.S interests in about his relationship with War, and began develop- prototype of a power genera- mind, are willing to provide Edward Teller, father of the ment of bombers, GPS, and tor using NIF principles, say a lot more money than we hydrogen bomb and second other devices in use today. Dr. Harold Brown serves as a Trustee and Counselor at 15 or 20 years from now." could cut off.” director of Livermore Lab, Prior to that, at only 32, the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). “There is the potential Brown contends the and how that relationship Brown served as Director Photo courtesy of CSIS for the laboratories to play Egyptians would purchase changed over time. Brown of Defense Research and another role. Technology the arms they want else- was Teller’s deputy and then Engineering (DDRE) and “This arrangement would unlikely to fund given its transfer is hard,” Brown where. In the meantime, his successor as Livermore’s advised President Kennedy provide the new technology high cost and return far in stated. “It is even harder if arms purchased from the director. “Teller became on nuclear ballistic mis- with a strong component the future. there is no demand for the U.S. would deteriorate, and bitterly disappointed in me siles and strategy during a of market-driven demand,” “Projects would be those technology in the private the country would lose its when I stopped fully sharing time when the Soviet Union Brown says that have a good enough sector. The labs have expe- ability to defend itself. most of his views. Teller be- tested the largest nuclear A central part of the idea chance to work, but not so rience in a massive number He said he couldn’t pre- lieved nuclear weapons were bomb ever exploded, one of an innovation corporation near being ready that the of technologies. Some have dict what may happen in central to national security. dubbed Tsar Bomba. is to provide a one-time ex- private sector would be applications that could trans- Egypt. “There may be chaos. As Director of Defense Re- Dr. Brown’s idea for tremely large appropriation willing to develop them on fer to the private sector." He The U.S. needs to be careful search and Engineering and an innovation corporation by Congress, (some tens its own, because the payoff noted that the Livermore not to make things worse. later secretary of defense, builds on a proposal by of billions of dollars), and is too unsure or too far off. Valley Open Campus is a Despite our inability to run I opposed most of what he John Deutch during a study then protect the project from Companies need to know way to use demand pull from our own country well, we believed as the value of ther- Brown headed in 1992 that Congressional politics. The if there will be demand for the private sector to move seem to think we are om- monuclear weapons over all looked at the Government technology from the labora- nipotent in what we can projects would be selected their goods or why invest or else. He felt I betrayed him. role in civilian technology. hire to produce more or new tory into the economy. get other countries to do. by the management of the “Teller believed that The panel recommended products?” Dr. Brown said. THE SITUATION IN I confess to some disap- innovation corporation with the possessor of the more a new strategy that would advice from technical, in- Projects undertaken by EGYPT pointment with the senior destructive weapons would capitalize on private sec- dustrial, business and even the innovation corporation Dr. Brown helped negoti- military officers that I helped tor strength with federal selected political advisers would not be subject to fur- ate the $1.3 billion dollars in to train. They did not absorb determine the outcome of support. The innovation on its board of directors. ther Congressional review. funding to Egypt during the the lesson on how militaries the political competition for corporation, could develop The selection criteria: proj- He observed, “Once Con- Camp David Peace Accords, behave in a democratic so- the world. . . . I, for one, soon demonstration prototypes of ects should encompass new gress gets its hands on well which Egypt has received ciety. The Egyptian military ceased to regard nuclear processes, products or instal- technology, be too uncertain thought out proposals they annually ever since, and the shouldn’t have done what weapons as the solution to lations at full scale following of near-term profitability to are picked apart and added removal and relocation of it did. However, it’s hard to everything, or even to most research, development and be funded directly by the to. They wind up distorted two Israeli bases in the Sinai restore broken china.” military problems. . . . I was design of technological ad- private sector; and have in ways such that they won’t captured during the Six-Day In his book, Dr. Brown convinced that advances in vances. “The private sector the potential to make major work.” War. Brown also led the offered observations on a delivery systems, not the would share in the work of changes in the economy, the Asked what role the na- Department of Defense as it full range of issues includ- nuclear weapons themselves the innovation corporation society, or the environment. tional laboratories might set up the arrangements for ing and most important, he were the most important ele- in a public-private coopera- He used the tube rail, play, Brown said they could training Egyptian military says, that national security ment in the nuclear balance." tive funding arrangement,” which proposes to shoot provide technology and generals at the U.S. Army depends on political cohe- As for imaging a world Brown writes. Once proven, people rapidly from place technical oversight. “Some- War College and other U.S. sion and the state of the do- free of nuclear weapons, Dr. the private sector would pick to place, as an example of body has to make judgments institutions. That arrange- mestic economy as much as Brown said in his book that up and deploy the technol- a large scale project that on what may be possible. ment was intended to help on military capabilities and even if the weapons were ogy on a commercial basis. private industry would be The National Ignition Facil- Egypt turn toward America deployment skills. “There is gone, the knowledge to build them remains. “It is not the end of weapons that will make a peaceful world. It is a NIF Fusion Experiment at Lab Yields Record Energy peaceful, orderly world that is the requisite for the aboli- In the early morning weapons testing and repre- Moses, principle associate reducing compression later lowered the goal in order to tion of nuclear weapons.” hours of Aug.13, Lawrence sents an important milestone director for NIF and Photon in the implosion. gain control and learn more Livermore's National Igni- in the continuing demonstra- Science. "This represents The high-foot campaign about what Mother Nature tion Facility (NIF) focused tion that the stockpile can be an important advance in was born after systemati- is doing. The results were all 192 of its ultra-powerful kept safe, secure and reliable establishing a self-sustaining cally exploring possible remarkably close to simu- laser beams on a tiny deute- without a return to testing. burning target, the next criti- causes for the shell breakup lations and have provided rium-tritium filled capsule. This newest accomplish- cal step on the path to fusion observed in a series of lower an important tool for un- In the nanoseconds that fol- ment provides an important ignition on NIF." foot, more compressed ex- derstanding and improving lowed, the capsule imploded benchmark for the program's The experiment was de- periments, and developing performance." and released a neutron yield computer simulation tools, signed to resist breakup of hypotheses for how to ad- Moses stated, "It's hard of nearly 3x1015, or approx- and represents a step along the high velocity implod- dress the issue. not to feel encouraged by the imately 8,000 joules of neu- the "path forward" for igni- ing shell of the target cap- "In the spirit of what progress we've made with tron energy -- approximately tion. sule that has degraded the Livermore is good at, this great new and planned di- three times NIF's previous Early calculations show performance of previous work was born out of the agnostic capabilities, prom- neutron yield record for that fusion reactions in the experiments by lowering fierce competition of ideas ising results with high-foot cryogenic implosions. hot plasma started to self- compression of the target. of how to fix the problem, experiments, a team that The primary mission of heat the burning core and To create this resistance, but then coming together as is working extremely well NIF is to provide experi- enhanced the yield by nearly the laser power is turned up a team to move the best ideas together and a go forward mental insight and data 50 percent, pushing close to during the picket that occurs forward," said Omar Hur- plan that, by and large, is for the National Nuclear the margins of alpha burn, at the beginning of the laser ricane, lead scientist on the well supported by the com- Security Administration's where the fusion reactions pulse. This raises the radia- campaign. "In this particular munity." science-based stockpile dominate the process. tion temperature in the foot experiment, we intentionally stewardship program. The "The yield was signifi- or trough period of the pulse experiment attained condi- cantly greater than the ener- (hence the name "high-foot" tions not observed since the gy deposited in the hot spot pulse), increasing the stabil- days of underground nuclear by the implosion," said Ed ity of the target shell but

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Pleasanton Rage White U-13 girls with bronze medals West Coast Katz U17 were the dominate U17 team after a victorious weekend at the Rage Soccer City this weekend at the Magic Cup and the only team Warm-Up Tournament. Photo courtesy of Frank Pereira to go undefeated in bracket play. Katz won all three qualifying games, earning the top-seed in the Magic Cup championship in Morgan Hill. Pictured are the West Coast Katz with Coach Troy Dayak.

Former LA Galaxy Hall of Fame Player and MLS Cup Champion, Isaias "Chay" Bardales, returned to the StubHub Center on August 17th to play in the LA Galaxy Alumni game and be recognized at halftime during the Galaxy's match against Real Salt Lake. Bardales, who is a premier coach with Livermore Fusion Soccer Club, brought the Fusion SC U14 Girls team with him to Southern California for tournament play and a truly cosmic experience that included watching their coach on the pitch, meeting Alexi Lalas, Cobi Jones and other alum, as well as witnessing Robbie Keane's hat trick performance. Top photo: U14 girls in the stadium cheering on the LA Galaxy. Lower photo: Pictured on the field prior to the game is Chay Bardales with Fusion Livermore Fusion U11 Boys' goalie Aidan Edwards SC President, Dave Moore. going in for a save this weekend at the Walnut Creek Summerfest Tournament this weekend. The Livermore Fusion U10 Select Boys Green team, known as Quicksilver, kicked off their season this weekend at the San Ramon Copper Select Tournament. Pictured are (top row, from left) Coach Jason Franchi, Graedon Beeler, Andrew Hoffman, Kieran Edwards, Mason Franchi, Ryan Gorman, Caleb Penner, Asst Coach Kristina Caldeira; (bottom row) Nick Yamamoto, Ramiro Rueles, Matthew Ludwig, Tyler Caldeira, and Isaac Romero.

Livermore U5 boys featured Team Turbo vs Team Lions. Turbo team, under head coach Greg Kubiak and asst. coach Lance Hooker, includes Benjamin Warner, Colton Salamida, Christian Jose, Knox Hooker, Logan Kubiak, The Livermore U9 Select Boys Fusion Outlaws took third Myles Rosales and Shamus McGrail. Team Lions, place in their first tournament, the Stanford Classic in under head coach Rick Bellmer and asst. coach Jose Redwood City. Pictured are (front, from left) Cameron Rodriquez, include Luke Bellmer, Cyrus Rodriquez, Angotti, Quinn Boyd, Carter March, Tanner Griffith, Logan Smoak, J.C. Harris, Henry Newton, Joshua Irwin, Justin Johnson, Donovan Umeki; (second row) Kyle Julian McCall and Vincent Chappell. Good offense and Denton, Shane Pollard, Thomas Schnapp, Jacob Woods, defense on both sides and many shots at the goal. Hayden Borg, Andrew McKeever, along with Coaches West Coast Wrath U13 girls with their medals and Steve Griffith, Drew Boyd and Ed Johnson. the Magic Cup trophy for 3rd place in their first gold tournament. Pictured are Coach Paul Giamona, Brianne Radliff, Allyssa George, Steffanie Angelo, Aryanna Shokoor, Tyler Enderlein, Kate Wallace, Jackie Parker, Asst. Coach Tod Lawsen, Savannah Seals, Regan Mah, Kaylie Lawsen, Abby Hoobing, Kaila Vasconez, Kylie Karter, Lindsey Philips and Fran Hyde.

a tie at the end of regulation play, the Crook and Nikki Lutz anchored the girls went straight to penalty kicks to defense and shut down both MVLA and determine who would advance to the Turlock giving up only one goal off a championship match. With one goal penalty kick (PK) on Saturday. On Sun- better, CVSJ moved on and the Wild- day and into the championship, Karlee fire played for 3rd. In the finals, the Hall and Sam Reich played flawlessly, Wildfire faced FC Sporting. Wildfire allowing only single-digit shots on goal controlled the ball the majority time of and frustrating their highly productive the match but were unable to sink any offensive competitors who had scored goals. Regulation play ended with the 12 leading up to the day. Kamie Lipman West Coast Karma U17 championship team members score 0-0. Again, the Wildfire headed offered support from the midfield by into penalty kicks to determine the win- winning everything in the air to help pictured are (back, left to right) Taylor McGuire, Rachel Livermore Fusion Select U10 Boys Black team "Fury" ner. In a repeat of the morning game, Katz keep control and possession of Braun, Ari Mancieri, Jill Finney, Michelle Hagelston, the Wildfire came up short 1 goal. the ball. Well executed TEAM effort took fourth place in the Stanford Summer Classic U13 West Coast Wrath brought by both the Katz and their coaching Brea Maitia, Daesha Brown, Ashley McDaniel, Ally Marty, Tournament this past weekend. The boys played well the “magic” to the Magic Cup this staff this weekend, Katie Poynter and Carleigh Thurman; (front row) Eli Mendoza, Amanda past weekend. The girls came up just Troy Dayak. in their first tournament, battling hard against some shy of the championship game when West Coast Karma U17 Gold got Montano, Shay Bannert, Molly Stolz, Hunter Wells, Tania they lost the semis after 6 PK’s. Game off to a shaky start on Saturday at the Torres, Gabriele Enzmann, and Rachel Esser. tough teams for two wins and two losses. Pictured are 1, vs CV Magic 00 was hard fought Magic Cup Tournament, dropping their (back, from left) Coach Scott Sousa, Zachary Sousa, and the team came out on top with a 1st game to Walnut Creek Dynamos 2-1 win. Both goals were scored by 0-2. Karma allowed an own goal just Matt Thompson, Luca Montalvo, Ryan Hansen, Tyler Savannah Seals. The Wrath had a before the half and gave up an early Eaton, Coach Tony Campbell; (Front) London Bishop, tough battle in the wind during their goal in the 2nd. These were the only 2 2nd game vs the Mtn. View Tornadoes. goals that Karma's defense allowed in Jackson Nystrom, Jacob Sisto, Kieran Campbell, Gavin It was an aggressive game. Despite the tournament. Karma came out fierce Rose, and Ben Sears. the strong effort from many, the girls for game 2 against Alpine Strikers win- lost 3-0. In the semi-final game vs CV ning 3-0. Scoring 10 minutes into the Magic White, Wrath found themselves game was Daesha Brown, striking the down 1-0. With 2 minutes remaining, ball with pace into the upper left corner. Pleasanton Rage several strong shots, and mid-fielders Tyler Enderlein tied the game with The 2nd goal came on a corner kick Rage White U-13: With its strong Lauren Londono and Jessica Stubbs a magnificent free kick. The game with Taylor McGuire finding the net. finish in this weekend's Pleasanton Rage supported by keeping the ball on the went straight to PK’s, but Wrath fell The 3rd and final goal came with just Soccer City Warm-Up Tournament, Flash's half of the field. Eight minutes short with a final score of 2-1. In the minutes before the half and again it was Rage White U-13 demonstrated its into the second half, Rage's DeFazio consolation game, Wrath came ready to on a corner kick with Brown following readiness for the fall soccer season. The earned a goal with a strong left-footed play in a rematch against the Mtn. View a rebound to score. Alpine was restless team earned three shut-outs on the way cross. Final score: 3-0. Tornadoes. Kate Wallace and Tyler the 2nd half and continued to press until to bronze in the U-13 bracket. Enderlein showed superb effort in the the final whistle, but Karma's defense In the first of four games, Rage midfield. The team effectively moved held steadfast earning the extra point faced Danville's Mustang Vipers (the Livermore Fusion the ball around the field incorporating for the shutout and moving them into eventual tournament champions for the Livermore Fusion Soccer season all players, as Kylie Karter provided 1st place in their bracket. U-13 bracket). In Rage's only loss of the opened over the weekend. some great through balls. Kaylie Karma faced Bullard in the weekend, Mustang's offensive unit ag- U7 Boys: Strikers vs. Bandits: Lawsen made her debut as center mid semis, the only goal scored was on gressively bore down on Rage defend- Strikers came out to play and play with tenacious effort. Jackie Parker a set piece with Ally Marty sending ers Sarah McKeever, Emma Monsen, hard; goals were scored by Austin and Kaila Vasconez played up from a perfect ball into the box setting up Julianna Pereira, Ariyana Walling. Dankwardt, Hayden Hobbs, Michael the U11 team and did not miss a beat. Brown to place a header into the net. Goalie Brooke Delaney prevented Boyd, Eli Wigginton and Chase Brianne Radliff had a great weekend in The 1-0 victory sent Karma into the seven Mustang shots from reaching Nadeau. Strikers' defense dominated goal and there was beautiful showman- championship round where they faced their targets, but it was McKeever's goal in an exciting first game of the season ship from everyone. Wrath finished a tough Ceres Earthquake FC team. It line clearance in the 28th minute that with great performances by Drayden the weekend with a 3rd place trophy was a physical and hard fought match Pictured from Taylor's Martial Arts are (back row, form drew cheers from the Rage sidelines. Curtis, Richard Jameson, Joshua Hy- and medals in hand. with Karma finally scoring in the 31st The game ended 0-3 in Mustang's favor. drick and Preston Timmons. The West Coast Katz were the minute when Marty sent the ball into left) Hector Flores, Coach Vince Aying, Joseph Vitale, The afternoon game showcased dominant U17 team this weekend, the net on a direct free kick. The 2nd Joseph Ventura; (front row) Jaden Husser, Alexis Aying, Rage's center forward, Gabriella Smith, and the only team to go undefeated half the girls continued to battle an who earned a hat trick in the second half. West Coast Soccer in bracket play. Katz won all three aggressive Ceres team, but held on and Mayalanni Erediano. Smith was ably assisted in her second The West Coast Wildfire U14 qualifying games, earning the top- to win 1-0 earning them the title. GK girls wrapped up a great weekend goal by Isabella Clark with a textbook seed in the Magic Cup championship Tania Torres recorded 20 saves during Ellis, Hanna Beauchamp and Miciah cross. Rage's offensive unit appeared of soccer at the 2013 Magic Cup in in Morgan Hill. the tournament. in what was considered by the direc- Morgan Hill. The Wildfire battled Madison created multiple scoring tors as the toughest age group in the inspired by Smith's successes, with Katz took an early lead in the The U16 State Cup Champions chances up top. West Coast Wilds fast Allison DeFazio, Lucia Castaneda and top ranked premier teams from both championship game against the Nor- West Coast Wild took home another tournament line up. California and Oregon. On day one pace and physical play was ultimately The U15 West Coast Wonder Taylor Metz taking multiple shots on Cal State Champions-Juventus, when championship trophy this weekend too much for the ECNL team to handle goal against the Tuolumne County Si- of the tournament, the Wildfire faced a Kylie Long scored off Kate Lipman’s at the 2013 Magic Cup Tournament. Norcal’s current Premier State Cup tough Juventus Blast team. Late in the and Adeline Ruiz rifled a shot past the Champions took home yet another erra Mitchell team. The final score: 3-0. assist. Juventus tied the game late in Wild open up with the first game of keeper for the game winner. Under Sunday morning's cloud first half, Forward Meghan Giamona the first half, forcing overtime. Katz the tournament with a 3-0 victory over championship trophy this weekend executed on a cross for an easy tap in Wild would meet Juventus Zebre at the 2013 Magic Cup Tournament. cover, Rage U-13 returned to Pleasan- out-possessed Juventus but ultimately Sunnyvale Alliance. Goals came from for the championship for the second ton's Aquatic Park to play Cupertino's goal to go ahead 1-0. Meghan scored lost 2-1 in a hard fought battle for the Sydney Lunt, Demi Gonis and Jacey Their first game against Heritage SC again late in the 2nd half with a beauti- straight tournament in a row. Wild was a tight battle between the two De Anza Kaos team. Smith, Castaneda title. Katz scored an impressive seven Luzzi while the assist came from Au- dominated the first half but the and Ashley Lopez took shots on goal, fully placed shot in the top right corner. goals in the tournament and allowed tumn Smithers and Mariah McDuffy. highly skilled teams. After a fantastic In their second game, the Wildfire met whistle blew and the score was 1-1 build up from the back field, Selina with Smith scoring in the 21st minute. only three all weekend long against Second game of the contest put the with the goal coming from Melissa The second half featured seven corner top ranked team from Oregon. Battling top ranked teams including: Moun- Wild up against the California Cougars Cardoza rocketed a shot just under the the Wind, the Wildfire closed out the Ellis assisted by Hanna Beauchamp. crossbar right past the keeper to beat shots from Smith, Castaneda and Hunter tain View/Los Altos (MVLA), Santa where Melissa Ellis and Sydney Lunt Zebre beat the Wild 2 weekends ago Faria, but it was defender Monsen who first half scoreless. Minutes into the Clara Sporting, Turlock Tornadoes scored the goals assisted by Miciah Heritage 1-0. Game two against Los second half, mid-field Sierra Martin in the Juventus tournament but team Gatos allowed Wonder to showcase seized a deflected corner ball to dribble and Juventus. Madison and Emilie Allum. Strong Wild had a full roster and a couple of through the Kaos defense before scoring scored the first goal with a long ball Leading up to the championship, defensive effort by Amanda Valentine, their teamwork with excellent com- coming in just under the goal post. weeks to prepare this time. With great munication and ball movement. Rage's second goal. The final score: 2-0. Abby Dyer “fueled” the offense with Jacey Luzzi, Megan Amick, Autumn leadership from team Captains Megan The team coached by Amanda Lux- The goals closed out day one with five goals and a hat trick against Santa Smithers, Mariah McDuffy, Adilene The semifinal game against Cen- two wins and the top ranking going Amick and Emilie Allum the Wild were tral Valley was fast paced and physical ford showed up for the final consolation Clara Sporting, as well as the solo goal Ruiz helped preserve the shutout. determined to get the championship game ready to win, as it demonstrated into semi-finals. against MVLA. Kate Lipman also Semifinal game the Wild con- with the first half ending at 0-0. Wonder During the semis, the Wildfire and secure a #1 ranking. The second came into the second half rejuvenated with a goal earned within the first 15 scored off a corner in the 2-1 victory trolled much of the action over the half the Wild would put on a clinic as seconds against the Walnut Creek Flash. faced home team Central Valley San over Turlock and had another assist ECNL MVLA Pride. The Wild’s and determined. Coach Dayak made Jose. CVSJ scored first with a lucky they stretched their lead to 3-1 with some key moves in the second half and Taking off with the kick-off ball, Clark against Santa Clara. Sharon Singh midfield secured the center of the two more goals coming from speed- found Smith, who neatly finished with ricochet off the goal post. Mid-way and Victoria Garza rounded out the field with solid play by Demi Gonis, moved Marissa Pletschette into the through the second, Wildfire fullback ster Miciah Madison both assisted by attacking midfield and Leslie Jimenez a swoosh in the back of the net. Metz scoring efforts also with assists vs Rachel Tungol, Tori Nicolo, Sydney Melissa Ellis. The Wild showed why served up the next assist to a second Mimi Freeman, tied the game by sink- Santa Clara Sporting. Lunt and Emilie Allum while Kasidee up to the target position this worked as ing a penalty shot from mid-field. With they are one of the top teams in the Pletschette fed Jimenez a perfect ball Smith goal. Cierra Lofhouse-Wolf made Victoria Garza, Keeper Haley Wiley and Misha Brewster, Melissa country as they only allowed 1 goal The Independent, AUGUST 29, 2013 - PAGE 7

The Livermore Fusion U16 boys team took 2nd place last weekend in the Stanford Summer Classic D3 Competition jujitsu kata team players from Amador Judo tournament, after playing some tough competition and and Jujitsu Studio in Livermore, competed recently performing well. An early morning game on Saturday in Cerritos at the prestigious Shoshin Ryu National set the tone with a 2-0 win over EBU Bay Oaks SC Kata Championships. Placing in the top three from Sting, followed by a back and forth battle with West Amador were the following: 1st place, 11-12 year old Valley YSL Wolves that was locked at a 2-2 tie until the intermediate division, Kristen Wong and Rafael Valle; 2nd place: 7-8 year old novice division, Michelle Wong; last 5 minutes when the Fusion boys kicked it into high In the first game of the season, Dazzling Dolphins Lauren gear with a massive goal. A security goal in the last 30 7-8 year old intermediate division, Alexa Firestone and Andrew Valle. They are pictured with their trophies. Stoneberger defended the goal by knocking out 4 goal seconds brought the final score to a 4-2 win for Fusion. attempts. Marina Rivera and Elizabeth were a great Sunday's morning game ended in a 0-0 tie with Walnut fullback team to keep the opposing team chasing their Creek SC Clash, and secured Fusion's spot in the finals. tails, kicking the ball far whenever they got too close. Despite their best efforts, Fusion finally saw defeat as On offense were Claire and Ashton, great passing led the host team, Palo Alto SC White Lightning, went on to a kick and score. Pictured are Ashton and Claire. to a 1-0 win. Overall, a great way to start the season for the team and Coach Chay Bardales. Pictured are (front Toyota. Raffle grand prizes include The Splash & Dash is a swim/run a 3-day stay at the Capella Pedregal event for ages 7-15 that introduces row) Cameron Ourdoune, Jaime Osorio, Max Ibanez, Hotel and Spa in Cabo San Lucas, youth participants to USA Triathlon Roberto Soto, Trevor Ross, Jonathan Banales; (back México, a 5-night stay at a vacation and the exciting world of multisport! home on the Oregon coast, a 3-month The event is one of 40 events across row) Devon Shortridge, Connor Richardson, Brandon membership at the Livermore Tennis the country as a part of the USAT Youth Replogle, Giovanni Vera, Jack Schoendienst, Matthew Club and much more. Aquathlon Series. NAMI Tri-Valley is a local The focus of the event series is on Garcia, Alec Foster, Luis Garcia and Coach Chay. nonprofit organization that provides participation rather than competition. support, advocacy, resources and This will be a non-competitive event, education to those affected by mental and no times will be taken. Every par- illness, including families. In the past ticipant will receive a USAT Splash and eight years, we have helped over 1,000 Dash medal, t-shirt and goodies from families and their loved ones through our sponsors. It is a USA Triathlon peer-run support groups, educational sanctioned event requiring a safety programs and community education plan, and insurance licenses through The West Coast Soccer Club U11G Fury performed presentations to the general public. USAT for every participant. USAT is All our services are provided free a not for profit organization. their magic to bring home the championship at the 2013 of charge. Online registration for the Septem- Magic Cup in Morgan Hills. The Fury had a flawless This year, the organization is ber 8 event closes Friday, September 6. increasing its education classes for Register online at Active.com tournament beating out four top ranked teams including families as well as looking into future West Valley, Santa Clara Sporting, CV San Jose, and NAMI signature programs such as Ending the Silence, a presentation at Mill Valley. Pictured are (bottom row) Alissa Garza, high schools addressing students about Kelena Brongiel, Grace Alfonzo, Kourtney Kessler, mental health. NAMI Tri-Valley is an all-volun- Isabella Romero; (middle row)Angelina Alfonzo, Alina teer 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization: Reed Garcia, Kelsey Hoopes, Kate Zeck, Trinity Sandridge, our tax ID# is 72-1610675. Please go to www.namitrivalley.org for further Celina Garcia, Jamie Conklin, Kassidy Brackett, Laura information. Plumbing Gonzalez, and Jenny Barron; (back row) Coaches Dave Livermore, CA Conklin, Ray Canevari, and LeeAnn Alfonzo. Kids Splash & Dash (925) 371-5671 Tri-Valley Triathlon Club will host the summer Tri-Valley Kids Splash [email protected] & Dash for ages 5-15 on Sunday, License #601931 organizations, and other fun events. The event includes a golf tourna- September 8 from 9:00am to 1:00pm The festival is scheduled for 1 - 5 p.m. ment, dinner and raffle. Las Positas at Amador Valley High School in and is open to the public. Golf Course is located at 917 Club Pleasanton. Anyone interested in more infor- House Drive, Livermore. Registra- Register online or find more in- mation about race details and registra- tion begins at 11:30 a.m., shotgun formation on the event website http:// tion, jersey purchase, or the Sentinels start at 12:30 p.m., dinner and raffle trivalleytriclub.com/youth/splash of Freedom organization should go at 5:30 p.m. to www.veteransvictoryvelo.com The Hole-in-One prize is a new or email info@sentinelsoffreedom. Toyota Prius, courtesy of Dublin org. SOF staff can be reached at 925-380-6342. Taylor’s Martial Arts sent two of its students to the CYO Basketball VPAC League’s California State Championship in San Jose, Registration for the 2013/14 SM/ l L CA on August 24, 2013. Helena Macias competed and SC CYO Basketball season is open. ua This season the availability of train- n won 1st place in the 8-9 year old Intermediate Kenpo/ ing and on court opportunities have An Kajukenbo Traditional Forms and Caitlin Macias been increased. t Coaches are needed. Each year, Firs competed in the First Timers Forms division. the league looks for men and women to lead the players by exemplifying Christian values and teaching the game which she then sent into the back of jukenbo Forms - Alexis Aying; 7-9 yr of basketball. Interested individuals are the net. With a goal under their belt, old Novice Kajukenbo Forms – 1st invited to register as a coach. Wonder continued pushing forward place Mayalanni Erediano Please visit http://smsccyo.org/ for and within minutes the combination Sparring: 18+ yr old Mens Ad- more information. of Pletschette and Jimenez scored vanced Sparring – Joseph Ventura 1st again. A foul by Central Valley in the Place and Grand Champion; 14-15 yr penalty box put Jimenez at the PK line old Boys Advanced Sparring – 1st Race to the Flagpole and sealed the 3-0 win and a hat trick Place Joseph Vitale; 8-9 yr old Girls The Livermore-Granada Boosters for Jimenez. Intermediate Sparring – Alexis Aying; will host the 4th Annual “Race to the Wonder met the SF Vikings in the 6-7 yr old Girls Novice Sparring – 1st Flagpole” on Veterans Day weekend, final match. After dominating the first Place Mayalanni Erediano. Saturday, November 9, 2013. The obster half, the whistle blew and the score event offers several distances that L was 0-0. Both teams fought hard and clambake include a 5K run/walk, 10K run, half even while working against a heavy Alumni Football Game Plans are underway for a Liver- marathon and one-mile fun run. All head wind Wonder managed several events start at Independence Park and good opportunities to score. Despite more versus Granada Alumni Football Game to be held on Nov. 8 at 6 p.m. go through Livermore’s scenic Syca- A Benefi t for the Bankhead Theater their efforts, regulation time ended more Grove Park. The half marathon without a score. Just 1min 30 seconds Practice will begin at 6 p.m. on Sept. 29. and Bothwell Arts Center This event is a fund raiser to goes through Holdener Park in the into overtime Jimenez again took rolling wine country and continues charge as she cut inside and hit a shot support both high schools' football programs, which are at risk of cancella- through Sycamore Grove. These that crowned the Wonder Champions. events are open to all ages and abilities. The defense had excellent com- tion every year due to budget cuts. The state no longer funds athletic programs All race proceeds support the Saturday munication, cooperation and ball Livermore-Granada Boosters' scholar- movement. The two goalkeepers, so it is up to the parents and players th to raise money. ship program. Sonia Nichols and Stevie Sobers, Race-day registration begins at 2013 PM added to that defense making key saves The game is called "The Turkey September 14 5 Bowl" due to the time of year it will 7 a.m. at Independence Park, 2798 and keeping communication going. Holmes Street in Livermore. The half The midfield expertly controlled the be played. Players, and coaches are needed for both teams. This is a full marathon starts at 8:30am, 5K and middle and distributed well to the target 10K at 9:00 am. The one-mile fun run forwards. Wonder not only earned first contact game and is open to any Liver- Wente Vineyards more resident 18 and over. Players and begins at 11:00 am. Pre-registration place, but did so while not allowing a entry fees for the 5K and 10K are $30 single goal. coaches should contact the organizer, 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore J.W. House, at [email protected] per runner and $25 for each runner in The U18 West Coast Kryptonite a group/family of four. Half marathon Norcal’s 2013 State Cup Champions or 209-681-6673 in order to be placed on the roster. They must also log on to entry fees are $40 per runner and $35 took home another championship for each runner in a group/family of trophy this weekend at the Magic http://www.alumniathleticsusa.com/ to register for the game. four. The one-mile fun run entry fee is Cup Tournament. After 10 players $10. On race day, all registration entry graduating West Coast Soccer Club fees will be an additional $5. Each MENU and are now off to college, the famed race will be divided into age divisions. Kryptonite had to be re tooled for the Veterans Victory Velo Serious cyclists and recreational Every race participant receives a whole maine lobster upcoming 2013 season. After a rocky riders alike are invited to help severely commemorative T-shirt, medal, and start the team began to settle in and gel. wounded veterans by joining “V3”, the post race refreshments. The awards clams In the first game Kryptonite had out second annual Veterans Victory Velo ceremony honors the top finishers in shot their opponent Clovis Crossfire bike ride set for Saturday, October 12, each race, school participation, and a mussels 16- 0 but by chance the one corner 2013 in San Ramon. tribute to our veterans. All schools in kick that was giving up went directly Riders can choose from three Livermore may compete for the top new england clam chowder in giving Clovis the win 1-0. routes: 30 miles, 60 miles or the more participation award. The school with Second game vs Real Salinas challenging 100 mile Devil Mountain the most participants receives a $250 andouille sausage showed a committed team effort as Century to raise funds for the Sentinels cash donation. For more information, the Kryptonite came out on top 3-0 of Freedom Scholarship Foundation for sponsorship opportunities, or to red potatoes putting them in the Semi Final match (www.sentinelsoffreedom.org), a register, visit www.livermoregranada- against Diablo Impact. Kryptonite San Ramon based non-profit which boosters.org. or contact Mike Nagel, bread possessed much of the ball and was able has been helping wounded veterans Race Director, at 925-667-6535 or to convert defeating the Impact 1-0 to regain their self-sufficiency and inde- [email protected]. corn on the cob move onto the final and a rematch vs pendence since its inception in 2003. the Clovis Crossfire, the team they lost Registration is now open at www. coleslaw to in the first game of the tournament. veteransvictoryvelo.com. Registration Youth Basketball In what was a very physical game team fees increase after September 1st. All Registration is currently underway watermelon Kryptonite kept their cool and played V3 rides will begin and end in the for the Pleasanton Youth Basketball their way. Captain Mireya Magana parking lot of the Foundation offices (PYB) league, a recreational program fresh berry cobbler converted on the penalty kick and the located at 2678 Bishop Drive in San for youth in grades 1-12. efforts of the entire team sealed their Ramon. Riders from the novice to the All skill levels are welcome. first championship as a new group. experienced are welcome. The program is open to Pleasanton 100-mile Devil Mountain Century residents only. Karate Tournament Ride begins at 7 a.m.; 60-mile ride Registration continues through Five students from Taylor’s Mar- begins at 9 a.m.; 30-mile ride begins Wednesday, September 18. For more tial Arts in Livermore, competed at at 10 a.m. information, please visit www.pleas- the Gold Cup Circuit’s Rising Sun Following the V3 bike rides, there antonfun.com. tickets Nationals Karate Tournament on Sat- will be a family-friendly celebration urday, August 24, 2013 in Daly City, including a barbecue lunch provided by $135 per Person • Table of Eight $1,080 CA. The following students competed: sponsors Carl’s Jr. (www.carlsjr.com) Swing for Charity FORMS: 18+ yr old Men’s Ad- and Rubio’s (www.rubios.com) as well National Alliance on Mental Price includes hors d’oeuvre and Brut reception, vanced Kajukenbo Forms - Joseph as live music provided by AKA of Ken Illness (NAMI) Tri-Valley is host- Ventura 1st Place and Grand Cham- Cooper Music (www.kencoopermusic. ing a Golf Fundraiser, “Swing for two bar drinks and a New England style lobster clambake pion; 12-14 yr old Girls Intermediate com), additional food tents, wine and Charity,” to be held at the Las Positas Kajukenbo Forms – 1st Place Jaden beer tastings, free massages for riders, Golf Course in Livermore on Friday, provided by SAM’S CHOWDER HOUSE of Half Moon Bay, Husser; 7-9 yr old Intermediate Ka- static displays from local military September 27, 2013. plus live music, with silent and live auction lots.

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By Carol Graham or symbolic remembrances. race, renting a boat or kay- As the two-year anniver- “What was your loved one aks, a sing-along campfire, sary of her 26-year-old son’s involved in?” asked Ar- a backyard barbeque,” said death approached, Resa nold. “Talk to leaders in Arnold. “Activity on the Arnold moved into action. organizations like scouting, day of the loss is especially “Few of us will escape Knights of Columbus, cho- helpful to many. For others, the daunting challenge of ral groups, church groups, quiet reflection or prayerful losing a loved one,” she said. food charities, the Make a time is helpful.” “Along with that comes the Wish Foundation, athletic Meet challenges head deep and difficult quest to teams or the Taylor Family on. “This can be a time to keep their memory alive, yet Foundation to find a way to go through and see what the time following a loss is dedicate a memorial in his or can be given to loved ones, so anxiety ridden that our at- her name.” re-purposed, sorted, cleaned, tempts to make meaningful Do a kind, generous deed donated, organized or sur- choices are often muddled. for others. “Put your grief rendered. In the end, we sur- It’s helpful to have the clar- to the betterment of those in render all. Doing this can be The arbor at Concannon Vineyard was the setting for the Chamber luncheon. ity that comes from time, ex- need. No shortage of needs especially tough, yet gives perience, and the insight of or volunteer opportunities a sense of moving forward others who have journeyed exist!” said Arnold. “It with healing.” there before you.” can be a one-time effort, or Create beauty. “Grow a Arnold, one of the found- the beginning of actuating floral garden or plant a tree HEALTH CARE ing members of the Be- a dream you hold. Katie in your loved one’s name,” (continued from page one) reaved Mother’s Network of Strube created the Bereaved said Arnold. “In a special starting as early as January place) will go live October a $5,000 deductible. The the Tri-Valley, put together Mother’s Network in honor place, hang multi-faceted 1, 2014. 1st. Will everything be ACA says if you’re going for the group a list of “20 of her late son Nathan, aged crystals or pieces of stained Guptill noted that health pristine and ready to go? to pay for coverage, you ways to give tribute to those 13.” glass in the sunlight. Think care premiums have doubled Not a chance. We will see should get something out of we have loved and lost. The Bereaved Mother’s of the celestial light of love not once but twice over the bumps in the road, but every it. A basic level of benefits This is a spin-off effort as a Network meets the first that endures between you last two decades. “It was day it will get better.” called “essential health ben- result of the growth that I’ve Tuesday of each month at and your loved one. estimated that without health Myth No. 3: Sole propri- efits” was instituted. Those experienced in the two years Livermore’s Civic Cen- “Finally,” added Arnold, care reform, without inter- etors with no employees can on skinny plans may see since Elliot’s passing, aided ter Library from 7 to 8:30 “in your own way, true to vention, rates would double buy small-group coverage. their rates increase because by the support I’ve received p.m. Mothers who have who you are, pray or reflect again by 2018. “Fact: They must have at the value of their benefits is from the group. I’m always lost a child of any age (“Our that you were meant to sur- “I am asked a lot of ques- least one qualified, W2- greater. If you already have looking for ways to create oldest loss was a 42 year vive this loss. Ask for the tions at cocktail parties and reporting employee who is a comfortable, rich plan, you goodness out of sadness.” old daughter; our youngest power to bring goodness out soccer games,” she added. not their spouse to qualify probably aren’t going to see Following is a sampling was just 12 days old,” said of this hurtful loss. Vow not “I want to take some of as a group,” she said, adding any change, or you might of Arnold’s ideas. Arnold), recently or in the to get bogged down in petty, those questions I’m asked that since now people with even see a decrease. Commemorative bricks, past, are welcomed. “We temporal challenges. See and some of the misconcep- pre-existing conditions can- “The second thing is age. tions I hear, and do a little not be denied coverage and The older we are the more such as those offered at the gather to lift one another time and this world as a path mythbusting.” can qualify for their own likely we are to have chronic Bankhead Plaza or the Al- up in spirit, offer advice you must navigate only for a Myth No. 1: All employ- coverage, “This issue goes conditions, use more phar- ameda County Fairgrounds, and encouragement, and to short while. ers must provide coverage away.” maceuticals, and probably can be inscribed with a loved simply say, ‘Like no others, “Be the kind of person or be fined. “Fact: The ACA Myth No. 4: Choices will have more of those one’s name, favorite phrase, we understand.’” who leaves a sparkling leg- does not require all employ- will be limited because car- pesky treatments and proce- special saying or graphic art. Arrange an annual get- acy of love, which is really ers to provide coverage. It’s riers are exiting the market. dures than a young kid,” said “This is a visible, tangible together for your loved one’s the greatest tribute anyone true that large employers “Fact: In California, there Guptill, adding that the cur- and enduring tribute that you loved ones. “The intention can give.” with 50 or more eligible will be more choices for rent ratio of costs between a or others can visit freely,” is to honor their memory by For more information, employees, will face fines if individuals and employ- 55 year old and a 21 year old said Arnold. doing something your loved visit www.bereavedmother- they do not provide adequate ees, with 12 participating is 5:1. “Legislation wants Service organizations can one would have loved doing: snetwork.com. and affordable health care carriers including Anthem that to be 3:1. People in the be a source of ceremonial a picnic, a potluck, a walk, a coverage to employees by Blue Cross, Blue Shield, upper age groups are going January 2015,” said Gup- Kaiser Permanente and to see their rates decrease, till. “Businesses with fewer Health Net,” said Guptill. while people in the lower than 50 eligible employees “There will also be local, ends will see their rates New Marilyn Avenue Principal Selected - 96% of all businesses in geographically-based carri- increase.” the US - are exempt from ers, like Valley Health Plan, The luncheon presenta- The Livermore Valley Area as the eldest of three sity of California, Berkeley. penalties. In fact, they’re Alameda Alliance, Chinese tion was part of the Cham- Joint Unified School District children. Her family remains She taught for 12 years in eligible for tax incentives Community Health Plan an ber’s summer Wine Country (LVJUSD) has appoint- in the Bay Area and see one Vallejo and then transitioned if they provide coverage to Contra Costa Health Plan.” Summer Luncheon Series. mented Kim Farrand as another often. Kim has spent to Livermore, where she their employees.” The main thing that’s This, the third of four lun- principal of Marylin Avenue many days working on Sci- decided to return to school. Myth No. 2: Exchanges going to be different for a cheons, was hosted by Con- Elementary School for the ence Fair projects, drilling Kim graduated with honors won’t be ready. (A health small business employee, cannon Vineyard. “As 2013-2014 school year. math facts, and providing and received both an Admin- insurance marketplace, also according to Guptill, is that residents of Livermore for She replaces Jeff Keller, homework support for her istrative Services Credential known as an exchange, in- instead of having only a 130 years, our family has who is leaving to take a posi- niece and nephews. Her and Master’s Degree in Edu- volves a set of government- single coverage option, em- done our best to support tion in Stockton. grandparents and aunt were cational Leadership from St. regulated and standardized ployees can choose the level the community,” said John Farrand has been a teach- educators, as is her sister, so Mary’s College of Moraga. health care plans from which of benefits they want. Concannon. “Therefore, er for 29 years, the past 17 education runs in her family. individuals may purchase Myth No. 5: Rates will it’s an honor for us to host here in Livermore. During Kim also spends free time health insurance. Under fed- skyrocket. “Fact: There the Chamber luncheon on her tenure, she has served scrapbooking, swimming, eral law, all state exchanges will be rate dislocation. an annual basis.” as mentor teacher, team playing bridge, and reading. must be fully certified and For some, rates will be sig- The luncheon was held teacher, program coordina- From an early age Kim operational by January 1, nificantly higher; for others, outdoors beneath a tunneled tor, professional develop- knew she wanted to be an 2014.) rates will be significantly arbor of 20-year-old grape- ment leader, coach, summer educator and began taking Harvest Wine “California was the first lower,” she said. “There are vines, from which clusters state in the nation to pass two things driving the rate of plump Ruby Red and school principal, administra- teacher prep classes her Celebration statewide legislation to form dislocation. First is benefits. Thompson Seedless grapes tive designee, and teacher first year of college. She Sept. 1st & 2nd an exchange board. We Some people have tried cascaded, just weeks away on special assignment. Her graduated from University passion is elementary edu- of California, Santa Barbara 1356 S. Livermore Ave. are out ahead of almost ev- to keep premiums down from harvest. Hours: Tue-Fri 12-2pm, ery state in terms of being by choosing really skinny Following the talk, Con- cation and she is dedicated with a BA in Liberal Arts. to ensuring that every child The following year she re- Sat-Sun 12-4:30pm, ready,” said Guptill. “Cov- benefit plans, ones that ex- cannon handed Guptill a gift Mon-Closed ered California (the state’s clude pharmacy benefits or of wine. “I don’t know if reaches his/her potential. ceived her California Teach- health insurance market- maternity leave, or that have this is considered a prescrip- Kim grew up in the Bay ing Credential from Univer- (925) 447-8941 tion or good medicine,” he said, as the guests laughed, “but it has been linked to good health with modera- Crash Ties Up Traffic tion. This is a bottle of our Crimson and Clover, Tuesday morning traffic bound on Las Positas and a tribute wine I did for my in Livermore was tied up on struck three other vehicles father. It’s an honor to give Las Positas Road, following in the area of Bennett Drive, this to you.” a high speed chase that ended rolling the glass truck onto The final Chamber lun- in a crash. its side. cheon will take place on The Livermore Police Officers were able to im- September 26th at Wente Department began receiving mediately take the suspect Vineyards. Congressman calls of a suspicious person into custody. Five drivers Eric Swalwell will be the in the 5000 block of Preston and passengers of the ve- keynote speaker. Avenue. As officers were hicles that were struck were responding to the area, more treated at area hospitals for callers contacted dispatch minor injuries. Las Positas and advised of a suspicious Road was closed for several person in the area of the 4700 hours as the collision inves- block of Arroyo Vista. As tigation was conducted, and the roadway was cleaned up. officers arrived in the area, The owner of the glass they observed a large truck truck was contacted and with glass racks on the side reported that the vehicle had leaving the area very quickly. been stolen from the 4700 Officers attempted to make block of Arroyo Vista. an enforcement stop on the The suspect is Arthur Sal- truck and the truck imme- vetti, a transient from Oak- diately began to flee from land. Salvetti was arrested the officers onto eastbound for suspicion of vehicle Las Positas Road. The truck theft, drunk driving, and began driving erratically, eluding officers. Salvetti is and the officers terminated on parole for prior burglar- See The Tri-Valley’s Most Complete Online Interactive Calendar the pursuit of the truck. The ies. The investigation is truck continued driving east- ongoing. To See What’s Happening In Your Community.

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Gift Program Deadline tion Center have a copy of the The six-week reading and Those wishing to be part of this years of dedicated practice to other fees are specified. Partici- The deadline for submitting policy, which may be reviewed discussion series will be pre- fund-raiser, can send a donation become proficient in fighting. pants may call 925-960-2400 for applications to Lawrence Liver- by any interested party. sented on Sunday evenings to the Livermore Heritage Guild According to Richard more information. more National Security, LLC The household size and from 7:00-8:30 pm, September - putting "40 for 40" on the note Moore, who offers a course (LLNS)’s annual Community income criteria identified be- 8th-29th and October 13th and line of the check. Send it to P.O. called applied fighter, com- Gift Program to benefit local and low will be used to determine 20th, 2013 at First Presbyterian Box 961, Livermore, CA 94550. mon martial arts techniques Holiday Workshop eligibility for free and reduced Church, 2020 Fifth Street. En- Donations can also be dropped will not work under the stress Local business owners are area nonprofit organizations is invited to attend a small busi- quickly approaching. price benefits. Children from ter through the courtyard on K off at the History Center in the and friction of a real attack. households whose income is at Street between Fourth and Fifth Carnegie Building Wednesday Violent attackers always have ness workshop, "How to Drive LLNS manages Lawrence Holiday Sales: Discover Dublin Livermore National Laboratory or below the levels shown are Streets. Registration is required. through Sunday. an advantage. However, a per- eligible for free or reduced price More information and online The Guild will commemo- son's natural reactions provide Shop Local Holiday Campaign," (LLNL) for the U.S. Department on Wednesday, September 4, of Energy’s National Nuclear meals. Household receiving signup information is available rate its 40th anniversary at its fast, reliable, and automatic assistance under Supplemental from the church by calling 925- general meeting on Sat., Sept. defensive movements that work from 9:00 a.m. to noon, in the Security Administration. Community Room at the Dublin Applications are due Aug. Nutrition Assistance Program 447-2078 or online at http:// 28. The program will include every time. Learn to fight from (SNAP), Temporary Assistance www.fpcl.us/index.php/minis- video clips of early LHG mem- the actual positions you will Library. 29, 2013. Due to a glitch in the This workshop will look application website, any ap- for Needy Family (TANF), Food tries/adults/86-get-connected/ bers talking about the founding find yourself in which occur as Distribution Program on Indian spiritual/150-starting-science- of the Guild. President Jeff Kas- a result of surprise, fear, and at basic social media tools plicant who submitted between and offer easy-to-execute tips Aug. 12-23 should contact the Reservation (FDPIR) or if their from-god-rational-theories- key will make a presentation of physical and mental tension. children are considered Other from-theism . The books for accomplishments over the past This perspective allows the most and techniques. The event is LLNS office at 925 453-3580 co-sponsored by the City of to ensure their application was Source Categorically Eligible the course are available through four decades. freedom of movement to adapt (children categorized as home- the church office by register- Tickets are available at the to changing threats and it devel- Dublin, the Dublin Chamber properly received. of Commerce, and the Alameda The Community Gift less, runaway, migrant, or as ing online. Cost of the book History Center for $15 each. ops a confidence under even the applicable, foster children) if is $12.00 in paperback. It can Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner most unexpected circumstances. County Small Business Devel- Program provides a total of opment Center. There is no fee to $100,000 in awards to support known, will be notified of their also be purchased in an e-book will be served at 6 p.m. followed Enjoy the departure from com- eligibility for free benefits. format directly from several of by the program at 7 p.m. Those mon commercial methods and Dublin Chamber of Commerce organizations addressing sci- members. The non-member ence, technology, engineering For school officials to de- the online providers. with photos of Guild events experience this unique, power- termine eligibility for free and over the years who wish to share ful, and natural approach to fee is $25.00. To register, call and/or mathematics (STEM) 828-6200. education, community service reduced price benefits are as them, please contact the History self-defense for men, women, follows: households receiving Shannon Water Area Center or send digital images to and teens. and philanthropic needs in com- The City of Dublin has begun munities having a large popula- SNAP, FDPIR, TANF benefits [email protected]. To learn more about Applied Fenestra Celebrates will only have to list the enrolled construction for the renova- Fighter and Richard A. Moore, tion of Lawrence Livermore tion of the Water Play Area Fran and Lanny Replogle National Laboratory employees. child(ren)’s name(s), SNAP, visit www.AppliedFighter.com invite the public to celebrate the FDPIR, or KinGap case number in Shannon Park. The former Concert and Stories and register for the 3-Day hands- Nonprofit California educa- water feature had reached the A nostalgic concert and Harvest Celebration and Labor tional institutions, IRS-qualified and the signature of the adult on training course presented by Day Weekend with a day in the household member. For house- end of its useful life and will be storytelling event will be held Community Education at Las 501(c)(3) organizations and replaced by a modern, efficient on Sat., Aug. 31 at the Duarte country, to picnic on the lawn, government agencies serving holds who do not list a SNAP, Positas College, taking place and to taste award-winning FDPIR, TANF case number, “splashpad” type of water play Garage and Lincoln Highway from 6-8pm on Wednesdays Alameda, Contra Costa and San area. The new design features Museum in Livermore. The wines. Showcased wines for Joaquin counties are eligible to the application must include October 9, 16, and 23. the weekend include the newly the names of all household a variety of different types of event is sponsored by the Liver- Call 925.424.1467 or regis- apply. Gifts will be awarded sprays and includes some inter- more Heritage Guild, which is released “True White” (a non- in amounts from $1,000 to members, the amount and source ter online at http://laspositascol- vintage blend of Verdelho, Ries- of the income received by each active features. The new water celebrating the 100th anniver- lege.edu/communityed. Search $20,000. play area’s bold, blue and white sary of the Lincoln Highway, the ling, Chardonnay, Semillon, and Established in 2008, the household member, and the last for the “Self-Defense the Applied Pinot Gris); Pinot Gris from 4 digits of the social security color scheme and moving water first coast-to-coast highway. The Fighter Way” class listing. Community Gift Program re- motifs will offer an exciting new road passed through Livermore. Buttner Vyds, True Red, Lot 27, ceived 66 applications for grants number of the adult household Tempranillo, from Silvaspoons member who signs the applica- water play experience. Cecelia Otto will present in 2012. Twenty-six applications Construction begins August "An American Songline," a Vyds in Lodi; Cabernet Sauvi- were selected for awards, the tion. If the household member Child Care Council gnon from Thatcher Bay Vyd, does not have a social security 26, 2013. Project completion is program of songs, stories and The Alameda County Child majority of which served chil- expected in December, 2013. insight into the way Americans Care Planning Council is seek- and our “Platinum Award, Best dren in the Tri-Valley and San number, the household member New World Port, Best Varietal, must indicate that a social se- Due to the water play area’s used to live, travel and entertain. ing individuals who are inter- Joaquin County, with a focus proximity to both of the park’s "Cece" has traveled the highway ested in applying for appoint- Best of Class” 2004 Port. on science and math education curity number is not available. Winemaker Meredith Miles The application must be signed play structures, the construc- this summer giving concerts all ment to the Planning Council and cultural arts. The Com- tion necessitates closing both along the way. Her accompa- Steering Committee, a state will also be offering special munity Gift Program expands by an adult household member. Estate Tastings of Syrah and Under the provisions of the the 2-5 year old and 5-12 year nist will be David Foster from mandated advisory committee to upon LLNS’ community giving, old playground areas for the Stockton. the County Board of Supervisors Mourvedre, as well as a special which continues to benefit the free and reduced price policy, the Estate Rose blend of our Gr- Campus Catering Director, as duration of construction. The Prior to the concert, the and Superintendent of Schools Greater Bay Area. restroom building and picnic Valley Heritage Questers will on child care and development enache, Syrah, and Mourvedre In December 2012, LLNS designated by the School Food grapes. Included in this $5 tast- Authority (SFA) shall review areas will remain open during present the Livermore Heritage program and policy issues. matched $1 million in employee construction, however there will Guild with an original Lincoln The Planning Council con- ing fee is also an introduction donations to the Laboratory’s applications and determine to Fenestra’s new GSM blend, eligibility. Parents or guardians be limited access to the picnic Highway marker. Initially, Boy ducts research and analysis, HOME (Helping Others More area on the south side of the Scouts placed these markers makes recommendations on “Infrared”. Effectively) Campaign. The dissatisfied with the ruling of the Local vendors will be on official may discuss the decision restroom building. all along the highway to guide California Department of Edu- HOME Campaign benefits During construction, the travelers. The square cylindrical cation (state preschool) funding, hand, selling ceramics, wood community/nonprofit agencies with the determining official on crafts, herb teas, and fresh pro- an informal basis. Parents wish- City suggests visiting other granite marker will remain on and coordinates county wide in the Tri-Valley, San Joaquin nearby park playgrounds. Do- display at its new home at the projects to raise awareness and duce. Chef Chacon, of Fremont, Valley and Greater Bay Area. ing to make a formal appeal for will also be offering his famous a hearing on the decision may lon Park at 11651 Padre Way is Duarte Garage. The Questers, assist in the development of Since 1997, HOME has raised just .25 miles west of Shannon. with chapters throughout Cali- child care and early education. grilled kabobs and BBQ corn. more than $1 million annually make their request either orally An added feature, and annual or in writing to the SFA’s hearing Mape Park lies just .5 miles fornia, is an organization dedi- The Steering Committee con- through employee donations south of Shannon at 11711 cated to the study, conservation sists of 35 members appointed favorite, will be live music per- that go directly to agencies official. For specific information formed by the Tom Rose Band. as to the name of the determining Mape Way. and presentation of historical by the Board of Supervisors selected by employees. Last For more information on the objects and artifacts for the or the County Superintendent Tickets for the Livermore year, LLNL employees pledged official and/or hearing official Valley’s 32nd Harvest Wine for a specific school or the dis- project, please contact Douglas benefit of today and tomorrow. of Schools. The Committee more than $2.5 million to the Rooney, Parks and Facilities The Duarte Garage, an convenes every other month Celebration on Sunday, Sept. HOME Campaign, the largest trict, parent or guardians should 1st & 2nd , can be purchased contact the school(s) their child Development Coordinator at original stop on the Lincoln for morning meetings, with amount ever raised during the (925) 556-4546. Highway between Altamont members expected to join a sub- through LVwine.org. Admis- years of conducting the HOME (ren) attend(s). sion price includes a com- If a household member and San Francisco, is located at committee that meets monthly. Campaign. The contributions the corner of North L Street and The mission of the Alameda memorative Livermore Valley benefitted more than 400 local becomes unemployed or if the Paxti's Pizza wine glass, tastings of at least household size increases, the Portola in Livermore. County Child Care Planning agencies. Adding the $1 million INC. Magazine ranked Doors open at 4 p.m. on Council (ACCCPC) is to advise two wine varietals from each LLNS match brought the total household should contact the Patxi’s Pizza #24 on its annual of more than 40 participating school. Such changes might August 31. The dedication will and make recommendations to contribution to more than $3.6 list of fastest growing Food & be held at 4:30 p.m. followed by policymakers to ensure that all wineries, parking, official event million. make the children of the house- Beverage Companies in 2013’s program, and shuttle bus service hold eligible for benefits if the the concert at 5 p.m. Donations children and families have ac- "For more than 60 years, Inc. 5,000—up from their #32 are always appreciated. There is cess to quality child care that (Sunday only). we have been part of this com- household’s income falls at or ranking in 2012. The highly The winery is located at 83 below certain levels. no entrance fee. Refreshments, educates children and enriches munity and we continue to anticipated ranking system Lincoln High memorabilia and their lives. Vallecitos Road in Livermore. vastly appreciate the support If you would like additional celebrates the fastest growing The winery is open for tasting information, please contact the books by local authors will be To download an application, we receive. It is both an honor privately held companies in the available for purchase. or for more information, please and sales every Friday, Satur- and pleasure to be able to help LVJUSD Campus Catering United States each year. Patxi’s day, and Sunday from noon to Department at (925) 606-3259. visit the Planning Council’s support our community through Pizza ranked 1,217 overall, website at www.acgov.org/ 5pm. For information, phone this Gift Program," said Parney making it in the top 25% of top Drop-in Computer Help childcare; or call (510) 208- 925-447-5246 or email info@ Albright, LLNS president and Rational Scientific Theories growth businesses this year and Need help with downloading 9675. fenestrawinery.com LLNL director. Professor Ian Thompson, has experienced 342% growth in E-Books from the library to To be eligible, organizations author of “Starting Science the last three years. your E-Reader, sending E-mail must be sustainable and finan- from God: Rational Scien- Patxi’s Pizza (pronounced attachments, social networking, Dos Mesas Program cially viable and accountable for tific Theories from Theism,” pah-cheese, ‘t’ before ‘x’), blogging, general internet ques- Dos Mesas is the topic of a spending and program results. will be presenting a six-week opened two new Bay Area loca- tions, or other uses. Sat., Aug 31 program offered by All applicants will be notified course at First Presbyterian tions in San Jose and Livermore The Pleasanton Library the Livermore Area Recreation of the outcome of their proposal Church in Livermore beginning this year, as well as their first holds a drop-in program on and Park District ranger staff. by Oct. 31, 2013. Sunday evenings, September Denver locations in Cherry Tuesdays starting September 3, Meet Ranger Darren Segur at 10 More information on LLNS 8. In this well-argued book, Creek and in Cherry Hills. 5 to 6:30 p.m. a.m. at Sycamore Grove Park, and its Community Gift Pro- Patxi’s Pizza currently owns For information ask at the 5049 Arroyo Rd., Livermore. physicist Ian Thompson makes gram is available at www.llnsllc. a case for scientific theism. It and operates nine locations in Reference Desk or call 925-931- There is an area in the park com. For information on how to meshes surprisingly well with the Bay Area and two in Denver 3400 (press 4 for Ref. Desk) that has a lot of history – from the submit an application, go to the with plans for expansion in both Library programs are free early 1800s, it has been a cattle the structure of reality already Web at http://www.llnsllc.com/ revealed by modern quantum markets this year. and open to everyone. No ranch, a winery, a hospital, a communityGiving/llnsgift.asp. field theory and by theories of The Livermore Patxi's is registration is required. Call picnic spot, Hell’s Angel country developmental stages in human located at 2470 First Street. Merry Luskin at 925/931-3400 and finally, a park. Sift through minds. The result is a serious for information. the layers of time to uncover the Meals Policy story of Dos Mesas. This will The Livermore Valley look at a promising new rational Heritage Guild Turns 40 structure encompassing theol- be a slow-paced walk of about Joint Unified School District The Livermore Heritage Applied Fighter a mile. Bring water, good shoes (LVJUSD) announced its policy ogy, psychology and physics. Guild (LHG) is celebrating its Most commercial martial Prof. Thompson shows how a and a camera if you like. for providing free and reduced 40th Anniversary. arts and self-defense training There is a $5 per vehicle price meals for children served following of core postulates of To say "Happy 40th," people today is based on prearranged theism leads to novel and useful parking fee at either entrance under the National School are asked to donate $40.00 to a sequences and techniques, re- to Sycamore Grove Park, and a Lunch and Breakfast Programs. predictions, constituting a kind "Forty for Forty Fund Raiser" in quiring many months and even of “theistic science.” $2 donation is requested to help Each school and/or the Educa- honor of the Guild's anniversary. support the programs unless

Cailen Alexandra ried the love of her life, John Celeste (Philippe Tavernier), Skinn, and Deb (Curt) Petty; Bliss Cox Celeste, at St. Pius X church Nic (Josie) Celeste, and two sisters-in-law: Barb Please join family and in Tucson, AZ. Wendy and Laura Celeste; and grand- (Ken) McCloskey, Chris friends in A Celebration John moved to Livermore daughter Amandine. She Wenzel, and a brother-in- of Cailen’s where they have resided for also leaves behind her father, law, Mark (Julie) Celeste; Life, this 35 years. Joseph Hoxie; three sisters: and many nieces and neph- Saturday, Wendy loved traveling, Holly Clark, Amy (Tom) ews. August 31, gardening, volunteering, wa- 2013. ter coloring, sewing, camp- A Court- ing, and spending time with yard Ser- family and friends. Wendy’s vice, followed by a Recep- life was spent serving others. tion, will take place from 1 She was an active member to 4 p.m. at Asbury United of St. Charles Borromeo Methodist Church in Liver- Catholic Church where she more. gave her time and energy as a teacher, small Chris- Obituary/ Memoriam Policies Wendy Hoxie Celeste tian community leader, and Nov. 30, 1955 - July 23, 2013 Eucharistic minister. She Obituaries are published in The Independent at no charge. Wendy passed away first worked at Livermore peacefully at her home in Playschool for five years and There is a small charge for photographs in the obituaries. Livermore surrounded by then took great joy in raising her loving family on Tues- her three children as a stay day, July 23, 2013. She at home mom. She returned Memoriam ads can also be placed in The Independent when families was 57. Wendy was born to work at St. Charles as the November 30, 1955, in Liturgy Coordinator. Wendy want to honor the memories of their loved ones. There is a charge Tucson, AZ, daughter of continued her mission of for memoriam ads, based on the size of the ad. Joseph Hoxie and Patricia service in her role as Coordi- Hoxie (née Outwater). nator of Volunteers at Hope She graduated from Sa- Hospice. Her generous spirit huaro High School and and grace touched many Please send an email to [email protected] went on to earn a degree lives. She will be deeply in Special and Elementary missed. Education from the Univer- She is survived by her sity of Arizona in 1977. On husband of 35 years, John June 10, 1978, Wendy mar- Celeste; her children Kallie PAGE 10 - The Independent, AUGUST 29, 2013 Transit Concannon: The King of Cabernet for 130 Years Expenditures by Laura Ness Cabernet Sauvignon under cuttings then underwent Wolpert and Jim Concan- in Compliance Did you know that a sin- the Concannon label. It’s heat treatment for various non, August 19, 2004] gle vine of Cabernet from neat to see the old wine la- lengths of time at the UC Reading that makes me The Citizens Watchdog the Livermore Valley may bels that John has painstak- Davis lab, after which they sit up at attention. It’s time Committee (CWC) of the have saved Napa’s butt af- ingly gathered. Most of the were registered and propa- this incredible achievement Alameda County Transpor- ter phylloxera devastated labels in the 1930’s and ‘40’s gated for vineyard owners to was better recognized. Not tation Commission (Alam- California vineyards in the show alcohol levels of 12%. purchase. In 1970, the first that Napa has let it go unher- eda CTC) released its 11th 1960s? It’s not just a rumor: The first recorded one says clone, Clone 7, was regis- alded. I’ve heard that Warren Annual Report to the Public, covering fiscal year 2011- John Concannon, 4th gen- “California Cabernet.” An- tered, appearing officially Winiarski, founder of Stag’s 2012. The report notes that eration vintner, has done other says “Livermore Cab- on the California Grapevine Leap, makes no bones about audited income and expen- his homework carefully and ernet,” with the descriptor Registration & Certification the fact that Concannon Cab ditures were in compliance methodically, and has docu- beneath reading “A Medium program as “Concannon clones were planted in his with specific caps and that mented the paper trail that Bodied Wine of Cabernet Cabernet Clone 7.” vineyards. Chimney Rock the auditors identified no proves clearly that Clones Grapes.” Shortly thereafter, in has a bottling of Cab from accounting concerns. 7, 8 & 11 of Cabernet Sau- The longevity of the Con- 1971, Concannon Caber- the Clone 7 vineyard that The report also provides vignon, were sourced from cannon family’s involve- net Clone 8 was also of- James Laube praised for its an update on the delivery of cuttings of “The Mother ment with Cabernet almost ficially registered, followed cedar, currant and blackber- voter-approved programs Vine,” which he still be- takes a back seat to its im- by Clone 11 in 1974. These ry flavors and supple texture. and projects funded by Mea- I want to quote my friend sure B, Alameda County's lieves to be thriving just portance in helping the wine clones formed the backbone Jo Diaz here, who conducted With more than 80% of yards from the beautiful old industry to move forward of Cabernet in California. half-cent sales tax for trans- a lot of research on this topic Chardonnay planted in the portation improvements. Victorian house where he after the deadly phylloxera Many Napa wineries are earlier in the decade. Ac- West attributed to Clone 4, "Alameda CTC is respon- grew up. It's right here in outbreak of 1960 that devas- not shy about their acknowl- cording to her, “In a search or the Wente clone, and 80% sible for allocating Measure Livermore, where we know tated California’s vineyards edgement of the Concan- for more information about of Cab vineyards containing B sales tax dollars for a that Cabernet thrives. for a second time in less non’s role in replanting not the use of Concannon’s Concannon Cabernet clones, wide range of transportation Concannon Vineyard than a century. Phylloxera’s only Napa, but also going clones, Jim Concannon per- Livermore certainly has a programs and projects that has been recognized over first outbreak occurred in on to provide Cab for pretty sonally wrote the following lot to be grateful for, along expand access and improve the years for its many pio- the early 1890’s, wiping out much all the vineyards in to Dr. James Wolpert, former with a lot of progeny to mobility, and the CWC is responsible for providing neering contributions to the Concannon vineyards California and Oregon. To UC Davis’s Department mentor. You can safely say California winemaking and as well as many others in the point, the UC Davis that Livermore is both the independent oversight of Chair for Viticulture & Enol- these expenditures to dem- viticulture. Pretty much California. Founder James Foundation Plant Services Motherlode and Fatherlode ogy. onstrate to voters and busi- everyone associates Concan- Concannon imported what describes the Concannon "Dear Dr. Wolpert: Many of the entire wine industry nesses of Alameda County non with Petite Sirah. No he hoped were phylloxera- Clones as “the most popular years ago my late brother Joe as we know it today. Char- that Measure B is delivering surprise, since Jim was first resistant Cabernet rootstocks and widely planted Cabernet worked very closely with donnay still outsells all other on its promise," said Citi- to varietally bottle and label directly from Bordeaux be- Sauvignon clones in Califor- the viticulture department at white wines and blends on zens Watchdog Committee it as such in 1961. Across tween 1893 and 1903 to re- nia and its premium wine Davis. Unfortunately most the market. Cabernet holds Chair James Paxson. "The the country, people who plant his precious vineyards. growing regions.” records on the background that distinction for reds. review and analysis done have heard of Concannon These very vines survived It’s poignant that both of the Cabernet Sauvignon Two Cabs sampled re- by the CWC play a key role in making sure that Measure most always say, “Great the 1960’s outbreak, and Wente and Concannon are Clones 7 and 8 were not cently at Concannon are the Petite Sirah!” Or, if they’ve thus became the subject of celebrating huge anniversa- B funds are spent in accor- kept at the winery. Since 2010 Conservancy Cabernet, dance with the wishes of the been hip to the latest, they intense interest on the part ries of accomplishments, of these clones are so widely which is solidly good stuff, voters." will rave about “Crimson & of UC Davis, in particular, creating major industries, used and were developed and can be found for $12 to In fiscal year 2011-2012, Clover,” the Zin and Petite Dr. Harold Olmo and Curt of survival, of longevity with the help of my brother $15 in many outlets, while Alameda CTC expended blend John created in honor Alley from the Department and of belonging to the elite Joe, I would be interested the 2010 Reserve “Mother $149.7 million as follows: th $92.0 million for public of his father’s 80 birthday, of Enology and Viticulture, handful of wineries that have in obtaining information on Vine” Cabernet is a treasure, th transit, including opera- and the 50 anniversary of who began working with Jim managed to survive both the them." with its gorgeous nose of Petite being bottled as a and Joe Concannon to find a frontal assaults on freedom tions, capital investments In response, Dr. Wolpert cherry pie and leather, and and special transportation varietal by the Concannons. disease-resistant rootstock and the refusal of Mother wrote back to Jim, "It is beautiful dark cherry, cedar for seniors and people with This year, the Concan- for replanting. Nature to grant anyone privi- good to hear from some- and anise flavors. It’s aged disabilities; $16.7 million nons celebrate a new mile- From this research came leged status, regardless of one with the last name of for 20 months on French oak for highway and street proj- stone: 130 years of growing the famous Concannon Cab- accomplishment or record. Concannon. That selection and retails for $35. Only 400 ects; $36.8 million for cit- ies and Alameda County Cabernet in Livermore. In ernet Sauvignon Clones 7, 8, According to John, “It’s of Cabernet Sauvignon is cases were made, so snap 1883, founder James Con- and 11. These clones were fitting that two of the old- some up for your cellar. for local transportation im- not only one of the most provements, including lo- cannon first purchased 47 developed from cuttings est wine families in the US widely planted, but one of Help celebrate Inter- cal streets and roads, and acres here in Livermore, taken from a single Cabernet are responsible for both the the most highly regarded. It national Cabernet Day on bicycle and pedestrian proj- planting Cabernet Sauvi- Sauvignon vine in the Con- ‘Queen’ and ‘King’ of grape comprises most of our plant- Thursday August 29, by ects; $3.2 million for general gnon vines imported directly cannon vineyard in 1965, varietals here in California. ings at our department’s (UC visiting Steven Kent for their administration; $1.0 mil- from Bordeaux, bottling the now called “The Mother Wente is celebrating 130 Davis) Oakville vineyard, Cab tastings from 12- 4:30. lion for direct program and project management and first wine in 1886. In 1930, Vine,” which were used to years of Chardonnay and where it makes exceptional Then, attend the “Cab is second generation Captain create a block of vines for Concannon is celebrating oversight. wines.’” [Used with the King” dinner under the arbor The Citizens Watchdog Joe Concannon was the first analysis by UC Davis. The 130 years of Cabernet.” permission of Dr. James at Concannon, 6-9, $75/$70. Committee was created in to bottle a single varietal 2002, after reauthoriza- tion of the local sales tax measure in 2000, to review agency financial audits and Livermore Events For International Cabernet Day, August 29 reports as well as the dead- lines for program and project Help celebrate Inter- courses fit for a king paired • Las Positas Celebrates ernet Day, when Cabernet ernet. Tasting 12-4:30, In the completion. Approximately national Cabernet Day on with a special Cab vertical, International Cabernet and lovers around the world will Barrel Room, $10, Reserva- 60 percent of the sales tax Thursday August 29, by which will feature the very Bacon Day, from 6-8pm: be talking about the king of tions not required. Single revenues, minus administra- visiting the many Livermore limited 2010 130th Anni- Also on Thursday, August grapes via all social media Vineyard Series Members tive costs, funds programs, wineries hosting special versary Cab (fewer than 100 29, for just $15, ($25 in- channels. McGrail will have are invited to pick up their and approximately 40 per- events in honor of the King cases made) and a 2012 bar- cludes souvenir wineglass), a special tasting menu with allocations, starting Thurs- cent, minus administrative costs, funds capital projects. of Grapes, Cabernet Sauvi- rel sample. Take home a 130 enjoy a vertical of Las Posi- four outstanding Cabernets day 8/29. Part of the committee's re- gnon. If you’re a tweeter, just Years of Concannon Cab tas Cabernet, including the for you to tweet about! $10 Like Getting Vertical? sponsibility is to issue an use the #Cabernet Day hash commemorative wine glass 2007 & 2008 library Cabs, tasting fee. Indulge In The Reserve annual report to voters and tag in your post and it will and a keepsake digital photo. the 2009 Livermore Valle • Steven Kent celebrates Tasting. The 2004, 2005, taxpayers to report on the be trackable by your fellow Reservations are required Cab, and the 2010 Meritage, Cabernet in the Barrel Room, 2006, and 2007 vintages sales tax fund expenditures, Cabernet Lovers all around and royal attire encouraged. a 71% Cabernet blend. Taste from 12- 4:30; #Cabernet- of Steven Kent Livermore and it keeps watch on all the world. Give it a try: it’s A special Cabernet verti- in the cellar with winemaker Day in the Barrel Room. Valley Cabernet will be the projects, programs and ad- fun to see who’s drinking cal with cheese pairing will Brent Amos, where you’ll Cabernet + Social Media featured Reserve Tasting ministrative costs. what out there in the Twit- be available for Club Mem- enjoy a sip of the highly = a GREAT way to spend wines. Call 925-243-6440 The CWC Annual Report terverse. bers at Club 1883 Thursday anticipated 2011 Cabernet your Thursday! Come taste to reserve your space: $15 as well as audits of each agency receiving Measure • “Cab is King” Party as well. Be among the first along with a delectable ba- the new Single Vineyard Club Members. $30 General B funds are available to the At Concannon, Thursday, to enjoy the 2010 130th con brownie. Las Positas is Series Releases, including Public. public on the Alameda CTC August 29, 6-9pm: Celebrate Anniversary Cab, an ex- at 1828 Wetmore, 925-449- 2010 Home Ranch, 2010 Whatever you else you website. Hard copies of 130 years of Cabernet at tremely scarce wine. 11AM 9463. Folkendt Vineyard and 2010 do this day, be sure to drink the report can be requested Concannon under the Con- - 4:30PM (45 minute ses- • McGrail Celebrates Smith Ranch Cabernet. Due some Livermore Valley Cab- via e-mail to aayers@al- cannon Vineyard Arbor sions). $20 per person ($10 Cabernet Day, 12 – 4:30: to limited quantities, this ernet, and toast some of amedactc.org, via mail to $75 per person ($70 per per club member) Space is Join the Cabernet-loving will be your only chance to the best winemakers on the Alameda CTC offices at club member). This stel- limited. Reservations are folks at McGrail on #Cab- taste the Smith Ranch Cab- planet! 1111 Broadway, Suite 800, lar evening will include 4 required. RSVP online. Oakland, CA 94607, or via telephone to 510.208.7400.

LEGAL NOTICES Earhart Way, Livermore, by the court. a contingent creditor of 3506. Published August 15, transact business under the To Whom It May Concern: Tuesday, September 10, CA 94551 5. ( X ) The petition requests the decedent, you must file 22, 29, 2013. fictitious business name(s) The Names(s) of the 2013 at 1:00 PM, Health FOR INFORMATION authority to administer the Care Services Agency, 500 This business is conducted your claim with the court and FICTITIOUS BUSINESS listed above on 1/10/97. Applicant(s) is/are: PLACING LEGAL estate under the Independent Davis St., Suite 220, San by a Limited liability company mail a copy to the personal NAME STATEMENT Signature of Registrants GUOZHENG SUN NOTICES Administration of Estates Act. Leandro Responses Due by The registrant began to representative appointed FILE NO. 481213 :s/: Jose L. Munoz The applicants listed above Call 925-243-8000 (This authority will allow the 2:00 pm on October 1, 2013 transact business under the by the court within the later The following person(s) doing This statement was filed are applying to the Depart- fictitious business name(s) personal representative to of either (1) four months with the County Clerk of Al- ment of Alcoholic Beverage County Contact: Sanjida FICTITIOUS BUSINESS take many actions without business as: Madison Ready listed above on N/A. from the date of first issu- ameda on August 13, 2013. Control to sell alcoholic bev- Mazid at (510) 567-8071 or NAME STATEMENT obtaining court approval. Publishing, 401 Oak Lane, via email: smazid@acbhcs. Signature of Registrants ance of letters to a general Expires August 13, 2018. erages at: FILE NO. 481161 Before taking certain very Pleasanton, CA 94566, is org Attendance at Network- The following person(s) doing :s/: Guillermo Iglesias, CEO important actions, however, personal representative, as hereby registered by the The Independent Legal No. 2041 FIRST STREET ing Bidders Conference business as: Divine Spiritual This statement was filed the personal representative defined in section 58(b) of following owner(s): 3509. Published August 22, LIVERMORE, CA 94550- is not required. The RFP Healing and Gifts, 1617 2nd with the County Clerk of will be required to give notice the California Probate Code, Claire O. Fahey, 401 Oak 29, September 5, 12, 2013. 4405 is available via the GSA Street, Livermore, CA 94550, Alameda on August 6, 2013. to interested persons unless or (2) 60 days from the date Lane, Pleasanton, CA 94566 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Type of license(s) Applied for: website— www.acgov.org is hereby registered by the Expires August 6, 2018. they have waived notice or of mailing or personal deliv- This business is conducted NAME STATEMENT 41 - On-Sale Beer and Wine under Current Contracting following owner(s): The Independent Legal No. consented to the proposed ery to you of a notice under by an Individual FILE NO. 481596 - Eating Place Opportunities Divine Spiritual Healing Inc, 3505. Published August 15, action.) The independent ad- section 9052 of the California The registrant began to The following person(s) do- Department of Alcoholic 8/29/13 ministration authority will be 186 South K Street, Liver- 22, 29, September 5, 2013. Probate Code. Other Cali- transact business under the ing business as: Taqueria Beverage Control CNS-2524270# more, CA 94550 granted unless an interested fornia statutes and legal 1515 Clay St. Ste 2208 THE INDEPENDENT Legal NOTICE OF PETITION TO person files an objection to fictitious business name(s) Consuelito, 229 South Vasco authority may affect your Oakland, CA 94612 No. 3512 This business is conducted ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: the petition and shows good listed above on N/A. Rd, Livermore, CA 94551, rights as a creditor. You is hereby registered by the (510) 622-4970 by a Corporation DONALD G. HIRZEL cause why the court should Signature of Registrants FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The registrant began to Case No. RP13690581 may want to consult with :s/: Claire O. Fahey following owner(s): The Independent Legal No. not grant the authority. an attorney knowledgeable (1)Jose L. Munoz (2)Lilia 3511. Published August 22, NAME STATEMENT transact business under the 1.To all heirs, beneficiaries, 6.A hearing on the petition This statement was filed FILE NO. 481855 fictitious business name(s) creditors, contingent credi- in California law. with the County Clerk of Munoz, 16236 Redondo Dr, 29, September 5, 2013. will be held in this court as 9.You may examine the file Tracy, CA 95304 The following person(s) doing listed above on N/A. tors, and persons who may follows: Alameda on August 1, 2013. NOTICE of INVITING BIDS business as: Carnegie Park Signature of Registrants otherwise be interested in kept by the court. If you are Expires August 1, 2018. This business is conducted NOTICE is hereby given that Date: September 9, 2013 by Married Couple Salon, 2052 4th St., Liver- :s/: Kay French, Secretary the will or estate, or both, of: a person interested in the The Independent Legal No. sealed bids will be accepted TIME: 9:30 AM DEPT: 201 The registrant began to more, CA 94550, is hereby This statement was filed DONALD G. HIRZEL estate, you may file with the 3508. Published August 15, in the office of the Alameda at: court a Request for Special transact business under the registered by the following with the County Clerk of 2.A Petition for Probate SUPERIOR COURT OF 22, 29, September 5, 2013. fictitious business name(s) County Behavioral Health owner(s): Alameda on July 31, 2013. Notice (Form DE-154) of has been filed by: DIANA CALIFORNIA, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS listed above on 3/25/04. Care Services, 2000 Embar- (1)Gary Clinton Burdge (2) Expires July 31, 2018. the filing of an inventory and cadero, Suite 400, Oakland, L. HIRZEL in the Superior County of Alameda NAME STATEMENT Signature of Registrants Jamie Lee Burdge, 102 Me- The Independent Legal No. appraisal of estate assets or CA NON-MANDATORY Court of California, County 2120 Martin Luther King, FILE NO. 481597 :s/: Jose L. Munoz dinah Pl., San Ramon, CA 3503. Published August 8, of of any petition or account as NETWORKING BIDDERS ALAMEDA. Jr. Way The following person(s) doing This statement was filed 94583 3.The Petition for Probate provided in Probate Code CONFERENCES for RFP 15, 22, 29, 2013. Berkeley, CA 94704 with the County Clerk of Al- This business is conducted requests that: DIANA L. section 1250. A Request business as: Carniceria Con- Workforce Education and FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 7.If you object to the suelito Market, 1565 Olivina ameda on August 13, 2013. by Married Couple HIRZEL be appointed as for Special Notice form is Expires August 13, 2018. Training (WET) 082013 for NAME STATEMENT granting of the petition, Ave, Livermore, CA 94551, The registrant began to trans- personal representative to available from the court clerk. The Independent Legal No. High School Behavioral FILE NO. 481369 you should appear at the is hereby registered by the act business under the ficti- administer the estate of the 10. (X) Attorney for 3510. Published August 22, and Mental Health Career The following person(s) doing hearing and state your following owner(s): tious business name(s) listed decedent. Petitioner: 29, September 5, 12, 2013. Pathways North County: business as: J. Benton Group 4. ( X ) The petition requests objections or file written R. HOLLIS ELLIOTT (1)Jose L. Munoz (2)Lilia Monday, September 9, 2013 above on 5/1/2010. LLC, 301 Earhart Way, Liver- the decedent’s will and codi- objections with the court 841 Menlo Avenue Munoz, 16236 Redondo Dr, NOTICE OF APPLICATION at 10:00 AM, Behavioral Signature of Registrants more, CA 94551, is hereby cils, if any, be admitted to before the hearing. Your ap- Menlo Park, CA Tracy, CA 95304 TO Health Care Services, 1900 :s/: Gary C. Burdge registered by the following probate. The will and any pearance may be in person 94025 This business is conducted SELL ALCOHOLIC Embarcadero Cove, Suite This statement was filed owner(s): codicils are available for or by your attorney. (650) 321-8460 by Married Couple BEVERAGES 101, Brooklyn Basin Room, with the County Clerk of Al- Oakland and South County: J. Benton Group LLC, 301 examination in the file kept 8.If you are a creditor or The Independent Legal No. The registrant began to Date of Filing Application: ameda on August 20, 2013. July 25, 2013 The Independent, AUGUST 29, 2013 - PAGE 11

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This advertisements that they are The following person(s) doing brand new, state-of-the-art not licensed by the Contrac- business as: RT & Associ- facility, is scheduled to EMPLOYMENT ADS tors State License Board.” ates, 849 E. Stanley Blvd, open September1st. Reach homes & businesses in the Livermore, CA 94550, is REAL ESTATE Tri-Valley with The Independent hereby registered by the All final candidates must Inland Valley following owner(s): possess a valid CDL and Publishing Co. Classified Section every week. Paul Randi, 546 Tyler Ave, meet our insurability Livermore, CA 94550 Client Code:04126-00001 criteria. You must also Re: Legal Notice for This business is conducted pass drug/background The Independent mails your ads into by an Individual Classified Ads screenings. The Federal Fair Housing The registrant began to trans- businesses & homes. act business under the ficti- Act, Title VII of the Civil tious business name(s) listed To apply, please go to Rights Act of 1964, and state Call (925) 243-8000. Here’s What You Can above on 8/1/2013. www.toyotaatlivermore.com law prohibit advertisements Signature of Registrants to submit your application. :s/: Paul Randi Toyota of Livermore and This statement was filed The Sullivan Auto Group Buy in the Tri-Valley are EEOC employers. with the County Clerk of By Cher Wollard Alameda on August 2, 2013. 56) ADULT CARE Expires August 2, 2018. The number of new and resale homes on the market in the Tri- The Independent Legal No. Independent Contractors Valley is ticking upward, although inventory remains very low. 3514. Published August 29, Wanted BUSINESS September 5, 12, 19, 2013. 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(continuedYOUTH from page one) beginning at 11 a.m., taking to use disappointment as an races from the America’s 7 - 21. place September 1 - 4. incentive to try harder, and Cup Village at Marina Green “This is a great opportu- “I started sailing before I how to cope with people and the America’s Cup Park nity for people who don’t can remember. I think I was who have not mastered these at Piers 27/29. know much about sailing to a couple of years old,” said skills. The sportsmanship Following the RBYAC, get to watch and understand Liebenberg, a 2010 gradu- he learned on the water also the Golden Gate Yacht Club racing at its highest level,” ate of Danville’s Athenian serves him well on land.” will defend the America’s said Leibenberg. School. With his team, In addition to their rig- Cup, which it earned after That, and to cheer on one the American Youth Sail- orous training, Force team defeating the Swiss team in of our own. ing Force (the Force), Li- members volunteered with 2010, against challengers For more information, ebenberg has been intensely several local youth outreach from New Zealand in a best- visit www.americascup. training for the past year to programs. They also were of-17 series from September com. be ready for the international solely responsible for rais- competition. “We’re in the ing the $290,000 needed to gym five or six days a week. cover racing fees (includ- We’ve been sailing as many ing a $35,000 entry fee, a different catamarans as we $25,000 damage fee, and a can get our hands on. I’ve $13,500 insurance fee), gear, been watching videos of the water operations, training AC 45s racing in the Amer- and coaching, etc., accord- ica’s Cup World Series to ing to Vince Casalaina, the mentally run through all of Force’s communications the maneuvers. These boats manager. are the most physical boats I “The Force has gone the have ever experienced.” extra mile and learned how Liebenberg, the Force’s to build and rig the AC 45 tactician, is a mechanical themselves,” added Cathy engineering student entering Hammer, also of the shore iscover the amazing secrets of a Mediterranean chef! Join us in a joyous celebration of Mediterranean fusion his senior year at Tufts Uni- team. “Serving as their in downtown Livermore. We’ve paired culinary excel- versity, located near Boston. own pit crew makes repairs D lence with the best service in town to create the ultimate dining “The team sometimes go faster and each dollar go experience. Highlighted by fresh local ingredients and seasonal calls him ‘Q,’ like the char- farther.” tastes, our menu boasts an exquisite selection of regional favor- Photo - Doug Jorgensen acter in the James Bond Ten teams qualified for ites from the Middle East, North Africa, and Southern Europe. A "first flush" ceremony was held last Friday at the new movies because he is ex- the RBYAC, including a sec- Featuring exotic meat entrees, vegetarian/vegan favorites, celiac restrooms in Sycamore Grove Park. traordinarily clever at build- ond team from the US, two and special diet needs, and an 85% gluten-free menu. ing gadgets that help them teams from New Zealand, race,” said shore team man- and one team each from ager Kim Paternoster. Australia, France, Germany, When Nature Calls, “Early on, my parents Switzerland, Sweden and knew I was going to be a me- Portugal. 1770 First Street, Livermore (925) 243-1477 New Sycamore Grove chanical engineer because I Spectators can watch the www.casbahexotic.com Restrooms Have the Answer was able to figure out differ- ent rigging systems on our Visitors to Sycamore Grove Park have a surprise family boat,” said Lieben- berg, recalling the 27-foot Sponsored in store for them the next time nature calls – new park by restrooms. boat his family sailed out of Dr. Elsey’s Quality A TteNTION As part of a larger update for Sycamore Grove Park the Richmond Yacht Club. Products for Cats that will include interpretive nature education, the Yet Paternoster wants to CAT LOVERS! make clear that the Force’s Livermore Area Recreation and Park District’s newest Enjoy Great Shopping For Cats restrooms are open. Located just steps from the parking nine sailors “are not rich lot at both the Wetmore Road and Arroyo Road en- kids with trust funds from and Those That Love Them! trances, the new restroom structures offer park visitors the yacht club world. These a significant upgrade from the facilities previously in guys are all incredibly funny, place. down to earth and really “These provide a more modern, sanitary facility for smart. They are good guys CFA All Breed $2 OFF park visitors,” said Chief Ranger Pat Sotelo. with a lot of heart.” Admission LARPD ranger staff will clean the restrooms daily In fact, Liebenberg was and check them throughout the day for supplies. Each one of five Force members C at Show with this ad end of the park has two unisex units. who jumped into the Bay to The Wetmore Road entrance restrooms, which are rescue a woman in a sinking minivan on June 21st. It was August 31, 2013 Kids bring a hooked up to the city’s sewer system, also feature sinks favorite stuffed toy with soap dispensers and photo-occupancy sensors for an act that earned the sailors Robert Livermore Community Center lights. an Arthur B. Hanson Rescue kitty for judging Each unit also features a skylight to provide plenty Medal, which is awarded by 4444 East Avenue, Livermore by a real cat of natural lighting. The restrooms will be opened when US Sailing’s Safety-at-Sea Hours: 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Free Parking show judge. Win a Committee to honor those the park opens each morning and locked overnight Adults-$8 / Seniors & Child Under 12-$5 / Family $25 special ribbon! after park closing. 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The Firehouse Arts Cen- Marks left after about a ter in Pleasanton opens its year and Brian Johnston concert season on Saturday, joined in 1965 when Brian September 7, at 8:00 p.m. Wilson stepped back from with the number one Beach touring to focus on writ- Boys Tribute Band. ing and producing for the Mike Amaral’s Califor- group, which was by then nia Beach Boys (MACBB) obviously headed to the top are famous for their perfect of the charts and interna- harmonies, attention to tional stardom. detail, period outfits, and of Still holding the record course the Good Vibrations for Most Billboard Top and Fun, Fun, Fun at every 40 Hits (36), the Ameri- show. can pop-rock institution MACBB is based in known as The Beach Boys California. Considered has been recognized with “The world’s most popular both a Grammy Lifetime Beach Boys Tribute Band” Achievement Award and according to a recent Los induction into the Rock Angeles Times feature, and Roll Hall of Fame. Mike Amaral’s California Hits such as “Wouldn’t It Beach Boys’ beginnings Be Nice” and “Kokomo” included performing at the continue to top playlists, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and and probably always will. the Cocoanut Grove. Now This show is part of the performing around the Firehouse Arts Center’s country as well as interna- Cabaret Series, produced tionally, the six piece group Mike Amaral's California Beach Boys coming to Pleasanton. and presented by Esses has performed together Productions. since 2007. Tickets are $15-$25, Founder Mike Amaral talks about how “getting critical. If one person is close friend Al Jardine as popularity has gone up like with child, senior, and says their influences come together the rest of the off . . . then everybody is founding members. Coin- I can’t believe since the group discounts available. not only from growing up members was the most off.” The musicians had cidentally Amaral’s band start. It’s unbelievable, Tickets can be purchased in the 1960’s, but also from challenging part.” He goes to be willing to devote lots includes his two cousins the fans we have, man, it’s online at www.firehouse- actually playing on stage on to explain how the har- of studio time to getting it and two close friends. He unbelievable.” arts.org, by calling 925- with surf-rock legends such mony of The Beach Boys right. “I had to find a com- notes it wasn’t his inten- The original Beach 931-4848, and in person at as The Ventures, Surfaris, is much different than plete and strong group of tion to keep the familial Boys was formed in 1961 the Firehouse Arts Center The Sunrays, and The Rivi- that of other bands, which singers that wanted to sup- aspect of the band when he when teenage brothers Box Office, 4444 Railroad eras to name a few. In ad- is why there are so few port the whole endeavor.” formed it, “It just happened Brian, Carl, and Dennis Avenue, Pleasanton. Box dition to Amaral, the group tributes for the group. The The original Beach to work that way.” Wilson got together with Office hours are Wednes- includes Dennis Buldo, harmonies “take a lot of Boys are known for almost He goes on to say how Love and Jardine to start a day - Friday 12:00 noon- Scott Slaughter, James hard work and willingness being a family affair, in the band’s early years, band. A year later David 6:00pm and Saturdays Nobriga, Josh Meschi and to rehearse and go over with brothers Brian, Carl, “We just felt we did a good Marks joined and their first 10:00am-4:00pm, and Richard Schmidt. the charts,” Amaral says. and Dennis Wilson, their job and we accomplished wave of hits with Capitol 2 hours prior to perfor- In an interview for Ex- “Everybody’s vocal part is cousin Mike Love, and what our goal was. Our Records hit the charts. mances. aminer.com, Mike Amaral mapped out, and it’s really

2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 Connie Chen Performs During Annual Recital Cat Show Planned at Program Hosted by Music Teachers Robert Livermore This is the fifteenth membership in the presti- Community Center year that Asbury United gious MTAC Young Artist Methodist Church, 4743 Guild in 2013. She has per- The Golden Gate Cat Club will present an all breed cat East Avenue, Livermore, formed and won top prizes show on August 31 at the Robert Livermore Community and the Alameda County in festivals and competitions Center in Livermore. East Branch of the Music both locally and internation- Kids are invited to bring a favorite stuffed toy kitty for Teachers’ Association of ally, including First Prize in judging by a real cat show judge. Toy kitties are available for California (MTAC) have the Music Division of the adoption for those who don't have one; register by 11 a.m. co-sponsored a September Pleasanton Cultural Arts A variety of cats and kittens of different breeds will be piano recital. Each summer Council Youth Excellence on display and competing for best in show. at the MTAC convention, event in 2010. Connie also A cat show is composed of a number of separate, concur- members of the local branch received the Livermore- rently running, individual shows held in the various judging choose a talented young art- Amador Symphony Associa- rings throughout a show hall. ist to perform at Asbury. This tion Award this year. Ms. Chen has chosen Every cat entered in the show is evaluated by each year’s recital will be held on judge, and judged according to a written standard for its Saturday evening, Septem- musical gems from the piano repertoire for her perfor- breed (with the exception of the Household Pet Class, for ber 7, 2013, 7:30 P.M. It will which there is no written standard). In an all breed show last about 45 minutes. The mance at Asbury. Among them are a prelude and all cats, regardless of coat length or type, compete for pianist will be glad to sign various awards. programs and meet mem- fugue from Bach’s iconic Well-Tempered Clavier, Rescue groups will have cats available for adoption. bers of the audience after Shop for cat-oriented arts and crafts, gifts and gadgets. the performance. Children Beethoven’s Sonata No. 26 Op. 81a, known as “Les Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $8 adults, $5 and music students of all seniors and under age 12 and $25 for a family. For additional ages, and their families, are Adieux,” and Chopin’s An- dante spianato et grande information, call 934-3471. especially welcome. The Robert Livermore Community Center is located at This year’s performer is polonaise brillante, Op. 22, which has been described 4444 East Avenue, Livermore. Connie Chen. She grew up in as a “firework of wondrous Pleasanton where she began passages and bold phrases.” her piano studies with local Also included in the program Valley Humane Society Offers teacher Ms. Jing Yang, and is the virtuosic fourth move- then continued her studies ment of Prokofiev’s Sonata Program for Future Marketers at the San Francisco Con- No. 6 Op. 82. servatory with Dr. William Connie Chen The recital is open to all Valley Humane Society (VHS) is starting a new program Wellborn. Connie graduated at no charge. Refreshments that offers future marketers the chance to work with indus- from Amador Valley High where she is majoring in studies piano with Dr. Tai- will be served afterward. For try experts and hone their skills while helping animals and School in June and is now Civil Engineering with a Cheng Chen. more information: 925 443- people in the community. The Teen Marketing Program a freshman at UC Berkeley minor in Music and currently Ms. Chen was awarded 2514, [email protected]. kicks off September 9, 2013. It is limited to 20 students in each of three available sessions. Additional sessions begin December 2, 2013 and March 17, 2014. Mini Weed Munchers Make Appearance at Tenuta Vineyards Funded by a grant through the City of Pleasanton, the Sheep shearing of "Mini Weed Munchers" will take place Teen Marketing Program is currently open only to Pleasanton on Sun., Sept. 1 from noon to 2 p.m. at Tenuta Vineyards. high school juniors and seniors; there is no fee to participate. The mini sheep are replacing chemicals and tractors in Marketing professionals will offer instruction and advice, the vines for weed control. They cut down on air and noise which students will use to create and launch their own mar- pollution as well as the use of fossil fuels and chemicals. keting campaigns to promote VHS animals, programs, and Local Sheep Shearer, Russ Duguid will demonstrate his services. Campaigns will be featured in local media outlets. finesse in the fine art of “turning sheep." He makes a tricky Topics include graphic design, videography, social media job look easy. Livestock Guardian Dogs, Bonnie and Belle outreach, and brand development, presented by experienced will be there watching over their flock. The Batteate Fam- individuals from a range of both corporate and nonprofit ily and Friends will be on hand to make sure everyone is environments: Robert Half International, Pleasanton Down- accounted for and in good health. town Association, Ogden Costa Creative Group, Spring Vineyard owner, Nancy Tenuta is taking advantage of Street Studios. a Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Envi- Each session is comprised of twelve weekly 90-minute ronmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) cost share classes, plus 2 hours to be determined. Students interested program. Last year the program became available for graz- in enrolling must commit to attending all meetings in the ing in vineyards and orchards. For information about EQIP, session to qualify for the program. In addition to hands-on contact Alyson Aquino at NRCS 925-371-0154. marketing experience, participating students will earn 20 For information about Sheep Shearing at Tenuta, contact community service hours toward their high school civics Allison Batteate 925-455-5755. The winery is located at 633 Miniature sheep graduation requirements. Please visit valleyhumane.org Kalthoff Common in Livermore. for class dates, downloadable application, and additional information.

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2012 SEASON2013 Ottmar TONIGHT! Liebert Contemporary Flamenco with International Flair THU AUG 29 7:30pm Karen Marguth & Espacio Livermore Native—One of the Finest Jazz Vocalists FRI AUG 30 8pm LVPACPRESENTS Christopher Bengochea and Eugene Brancoveneau will perform. seaso13n/14 All-4-One Livermore Valley Opera to Perform The Dukes of R&B bring back “I Swear” Excerpts of Carmen at Local Libraries THU SEP 5 7:30pm GUITAR FEST LIVE’S Livermore Valley Opera and drama in an intimate well-known opera providing sing opera and be on stage,” Rick Derringer will showcase talented op- public setting,” says LVO listeners a taste of the won- says Gary Sears, LVO’s Hard Rock Guitar Hero era singers who will appear President Jim Schmidt. “We derful talent that they will Outreach Coordinator who SAT SEP 7 8pm in the fall production of hope that the experience will hear at the Bankhead Theater manages OperaLIVE. “It’s Bizet’s “Carmen” in three encourage people to seek when ‘Carmen’ opens Sep- a great opportunity to learn free OperaLIVE! events in out other opera and musical tember 28,” adds Schmidt. about this passionate and Alonzo King the Tri-Valley. opportunities.” A question and answer diverse art form.” LINES Ballet The performances will The library performances period follows immediately For more details on the Diverse and Visionary be presented at all three Tri- occur prior to each opera after the performance. “The full production of Carmen Contemporary Dance Valley libraries. production, and over the singers are always more than and the library preview pro- SAT SEP 14 8pm The show will be staged years attendance expands. happy to answer questions grams, please visit www. at the Pleasanton Library at It’s one of many outreach about opera, what it’s like to livermorevalleyopera.com The Bronx 2 p.m. on Sun., Sept. 8, 400 programs LVO offers which Old Bernal Ave. The event is include visits by singers to Wanderers sponsored by Friends of the schools in Livermore, Pleas- Lightning Bolt of Pure Rock n’ Roll Pleasanton Library. anton, and Dublin. Art & Poetry Reception Set WED SEP 18 7:30pm In Livermore, the show The one-hour perfor- will be 2 p.m. Sun., Sept. 15 mances will feature profes- The public is invited to a free closing reception for Hungarian State at the Civic Center Library, sional opera singers per- “Where a Painter Meets a Poet” at the Pleasanton Library 1188 S. Livermore Ave. It is forming arias and duets from on August 31 from Noon-4 p.m. Folk Ensemble sponsored by Friends of the Carmen featuring mezzo The show is a close collaboration between Lily Xu, an Gypsy Romance Livermore Libarry. soprano Cybele Gouverneur, artist specializing in Chinese watercolor paintings, and poets THU SEP 19 7:30pm Dublin Library will host (Carmen) and tenor Christo- Cher Wollard, Ronnie Holland, Jim Curcuro, Kay Speaks and Susan Wilson. the performance at 2 p.m. pher Bengochea (Don Jose). MIDNIGHT AT THE OASIS on Sun., Sept. 22, 200 Civic In addition, Stage Direc- The reception will feature live music by Galina Corkery Plaza. tor and baritone Eugene and Timothy Guan. An open mic begins at 1:30 p.m. Maria Muldaur “OperaLIVE! events Brancoveneau will perform Light Refreshments will be served. First Lady of Bluesiana are free, public events that excerpts from his role as Books, calendars and posters based on the show, and FRI SEP 20 8pm are all about bringing opera Escamillo and share insights featuring Xu’s paintings and poems by Wollard, Holland, to the community so that to LVO’s production of the Curcuro, Speaks and Wilson, will be available for sale at CALL CLICK people who might not oth- dramatic opera. the reception. 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org erwise have the opportunity “The singers will per- The library is located at 400 Old Bernal in Pleasanton. The show runs through Sept. 30. COME BY can experience the music form selections from Bizet’s 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 Final First Wednesday Party Set for Sept. 4 Pleasanton Downtown Street Parties are coming to an end. The final 1st Wednesday Street Party will be held on Wed., Sept. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m.. September's featured band Public Eye will be performing in the beer and wine garden. Attractions include the Market on Main, the Wednesday night Farmers' Market at the 800 block and ArtBlock, a live art and music experience on Angela Street. Main Street will be closed from Del Valle Parkway to Bernal Avenue from 4:30 to 10 p.m. The event is presented by the Pleasanton Downtown Association. There is no admissoin charge. Green Scene Fair Part of Party The City of Pleasanton and Hacienda Business Park partner with the Pleasanton Downtown Association on Wednesday, September 4, 2013 to host the fourth annual Green Scene Fair as part of the First Wednesday street fair. This free event, which runs from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., will be held along Division Street and Railroad Avenue in down- town Pleasanton, and promises to be a fun and informative Jeff Knorr and Bob Stanley will read their poetry. experience for the entire family. The Green Scene Fair will feature exhibitors specializing in green practices, products and services. Exhibitors will provide demonstrations and information on health and well- Poetry Reading Planned at Ravenswood ness produces and services, solar power and energy efficient products and rebates, waste reduction and recycling, water Livermore’s current Poet two chapbooks: Eleven Blue published by CW Books in Knorr's poetry and essays efficiency and conservation, commute and transportation Laureate, Kevin Gunn, will Strings (little m press) and May 2013. have appeared in numerous options, and more. The event will also include an alternative host the continuing series, Walt Whitman Orders a Jeff Knorr is the current literary journals and an- fuel vehicle display and demonstration. Ravenswood Poetry on Sun- Cheeseburger (Rattlesnake Poet Laureate of Sacra- thologies including Chelsea, There will be free craft stations and interactive story- day September 1, 2013. The Press). He and his son mento. He is the author of Connecticut Review, The telling with a recycling theme for children set up at the program runs from 2-4 p.m. John Stanley recorded and three books of poetry, The Journal, North American Firehouse Arts Center at 4444 Railroad Avenue, adjacent The featured poets read at released a CD of original Third Body (Cherry Grove Review, Red Rock Review, to the Green Scene Fair. two followed by an open mic compositions entitled Songs Collections), Keeper (Mam- Barrow Street, and Like at about 3 p.m. from Random Lane. moth Books), and Standing Thunder: Poets Respond to ArtBlock Has Grown in Size The featured Poets for Bob serves as President Up to the Day (Pecan Grove Violence in America (Uni- this event are Jeff Knorr and of the Sacramento Poetry Press). His other works in- versity of Iowa). The final edition of 2013 ArtBlock, a featured event at the clude Mooring Against the Admission to the event summer series of Pleasanton’s Downtown “1st Wednesday Bob Stanley. Center, and teaches English Tide: Writing Poetry and Poet Laureate of Sacra- at Sac State and Sac City is $5.00. Light refreshments Street Parties, happens Wednesday night, September 4th on Fiction (Prentice Hall); the Angela Street at Main Street beginning at 6pm. mento from 2009 to 2012, College. His new poetry col- anthology, A Writer’s Coun- are served. Ravenswood is September’s ArtBlock will be the final edition for Sum- Bob Stanley has published lection, Miracle Shine, was try (Prentice Hall). located at 2657 Arroyo Road mer 2013. It features more new and inspired handmade in Livermore. works of art, music right on the street. The featured artist will be Debbie Wardrope, who specializes in landscape First Presbyterian Church Offering 12-Week Course on the Bible pastel paintings featuring iconic local scenes of downtown Pleasanton, Sunol, Danville, Livermore and Walnut Creek. First Presbyterian Church ners.". In addition to being gaining a sense of the gen- 2020 Fifth Street. Enter Wardrope’s art is the local favorite of Pleasanton, depict- of Livermore (FPCL) is of- associated with FPCL for eral “sweep” of the biblical through the courtyard on K ing famous restaurants, local vineyards, and town landmarks fering a twelve week intro- more than forty years Don narrative, enjoying studying Street between Fourth and like Sunol’s Little Brown Church. In addition to Wardrope, ductory course on the Bible. has served as an editor and the Bible with others, de- Fifth Streets. Registration multiple skilled artisans and craftsmen will display their Sessions begin Wednesday, author of church educa- veloping the habit of Bible is required. More informa- work, from oil paintings, to glass, hand-made jewelry and September 4, 7:00 to 8:30 tion resources, as a profes- reading and study as a spiri- tion and online signup is other decorative works. PM. The course is open to sor at Union Presbyterian tual discipline, and making available from the church Additionally, Pink Spots will be a featured sponsor for the public. Seminary, and as a trainer/ connections between the by calling 925-447-2078 or September’s ArtBlock. Pink Spots is a business directory The course will be led by consultant in Christian edu- biblical narrative and one’s online at www.fpcl.us/index. for the LGBT community. Rev. Donald Griggs, who cation throughout the United own faith and life journey. php/ministries/adults/86- “We are excited to be a part of Pleasanton’s ArtBlock and is the author of two books States. The twelve-week reading get-connected/spiritual/149- look forward to all the fabulous folks we will meet,” said entitled “The Bible From Objectives of the course and discussion series will the-bible-from-scratch. The Kevin Babeaux of Pink Spots and Rhineaux Media. Scratch: the Old Testament include; becoming com- be presented on Wednesday books are available through More than 100 pieces of art have sold while thousands for Beginners” and “The fortable finding one’s way evenings from 7:00-8:30 the church office by register- of residents of Tri-Valley and the greater Bay Area have Bible From Scratch: the through the Bible, using pm, Sep. 4 – Nov. 20, 2013 ing online. Call for prices enjoyed art, food, games and music. Visit ArtBlock on New Testament for Begin- Bible study tools effectively, at First Presbyterian Church, and availability. Facebook

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 5 Panel to Discuss Staging of Classics for a Contemporary Audience As Part of Eugene O'Neill Festival

As part of the 14th Annual of September. The theme of pany of actors will appear Eugene O’Neill Festival the Festival is “O’Neill ver- in the two plays, which from September 6-29 in sus O’Neill,” and features are closely connected in Danville, a panel of Bay the production of two of story and character, but Area theatre professionals O’Neill’s early plays. The very different in style and will debate the match-up Eugene O’Neill Founda- worldview. between “classics” of the tion presents Chris Christo- “It’s one story, two theatre and contemporary phersen (1920) September plays one company of ac- audiences. How are classics 26-29 in the Old Barn at Tao tors and two starkly dif- best staged? What chal- House, part of the Eugene ferent worlds,” says Foun- lenges do they present for dation program director Michael Krasny (above) O’Neill National Historic directors and playwrights Site in the Danville hills Eric Fraisher Hayes, who attempting to write a “mod- will moderate a panel that is directing Chris Christo- includes Eileen Hermann operated by the National ern” classic? Park Service. phersen. On Sunday, September (center, top), Joy Carlin, Tickets for all Festival and Jasson Minadakis. The O’Neill Foundation 22, beginning at 2:00 p.m., to new live performance.” will also present the Role events are available through the Eugene O’Neill Founda- His Working for the Mouse Players Ensemble produc- the O’Neill Foundation web- tion will sponsor “Modern the panel by Jasson Minada- was voted the “Best of the tion of the playwright’s site, www.eugeneoneill.org. Audiences/Classic Plays” at kis (Artistic Director of the the Revolution opens at San Francisco Fringe Fes- Anna Christie (1921) from A special All-Inclusive the Old Barn at Tao House, Marin Theatre Company), Aurora Theatre on August tival.” Mr. Allen has won September 6-21 at the Vil- admission ticket for all Fes- part of the Eugene O’Neill long-time Bay Area direc- 30. She is seen currently a Critics Circle Award for lage Theatre in downtown tival events is also available National Historic Site in the tor and actress Joy Carlin, in Woody Allen’s new film his play The Creature. The Danville. The same com- on the website. Danville hills. It was at Tao Rob Melrose (Co-founder Blue Jasmine. Carlin was San Jose Rep has currently House from 1937-1944 that and Artistic Director of San Associate Artistic Director commissioned his new play, playwright O’Neill wrote, Francisco’s Cutting Ball), of San Francisco’s Ameri- Valley of Sand. many believe, his most no- and Trevor Allen (Artistic can Conservatory Theatre Eileen Herrman, coordi- table plays including The Director of San Francisco’s (ACT) from 1987-1992. nator of the event, and mem- Iceman Cometh, A Long Black Box Theatre). Rob Melrose is Artistic ber of the Eugene O’Neill Day’s Journey into Night, Jasson Minadakis has Director and Co-Founder Foundation Board of Di- and Moon for the Misbegot- been directing at the Marin (with Paige Rogers) of San rectors, says “The ongoing ten, among others. Theatre Company for seven Francisco’s Cutting Ball interest by contemporary The afternoon panel dis- years. His impressive career Theater. Their theater’s mis- audiences in classical plays, cussion will be moderated includes both classical and sion is to develop produc- and in theatre of the last by KQED’s Michael Krasny, modern theatre, as well as tions of experimental plays century, is often due to the celebrating twenty years as numerous productions of and re-envision the classics. remarkable creativity of host of the popular public af- Shakespeare. Mr. Minada- Past productions have in- directors who shape produc- fairs radio program “Forum” kis won the 2010 Bay Area cluded The Strindberg Cy- tions to meet the contempo- on San Francisco Public Critics Circle Award for cle: The Chamber Plays in rary stage. How do they do Radio, which concentrates Best Director, and garnered Rep, The Bald Soprano, The it? How much shaping is on the arts, culture, health, several “Production of the Chairs and Risk Is This. The necessary and productive?” business and technology. Year” awards. This season Company begins its fifteenth Reservations for “Mod- Shown is a painting from the show by Rebecca Chou Dr. Krasny, a Bay Area icon, he will direct the world pre- season with Sidewinder by ern Audiences/Classic titled “Mythical Beasts” has interviewed countless miere of Carson Kreitzer’s Basil Kreimendahl – a kind Plays” are available at www. political, religious, literary Lasso of Truth and the West of Waiting for Godot set in eugeneoneill.org. Due to and community figures, as Coast premiere of Philip the Wild West. Mr. Melrose limited seating, reservations Absolutely Abstract Runs well as playwrights Tony Dawkins’ Failure: A Love is also a free-lance director, are recommended. Tickets Sept. 1-30 at the Library Kushner, Anna Devere Story at MTC. working with Minneapo- are $10 donation. Access Smith and Edward Albee, Joy Carlin, a legendary lis’ Guthrie Theatre, Magic to Tao House is by National The annual Absolutely Abstract Show will be exhibited at among others. He is the au- Bay Area director, stage and Theatre and the Oregon Park Service shuttle from Livermore Library Gallery Hall from September 1 through thor of Off Mike: A Memoir screen actress, has directed and California Shakespeare the Museum of the San Ra- September 30. of Talk Radio and Literary nearly a dozen productions Theatres. mon Valley, 205 Railroad This show is unique since it is the only show dedicated to Life, and Spiritual Envy: An at Berkeley’s Aurora The- Trevor Allen is founder Avenue, Danville. abstract art in the Tri-Valley area and features local abstract Agnostic’s Quest. Krasny is atre, including The Norman and resident playwright for “Modern Audiences/ artists. Thirty works will be on view ranging from small to also Professor of English at Conquests: Table Manners, San Francisco’s Black Box Classic Plays” is presented large, and are for sale. San Francisco State, focus- and Body Awareness. Her Theatre Co. He describes in con junction with the The Livermore Library is located at 1188 S. Livermore ing on American Literature. production of Amy Her- the “Black Box” as a “digital 14th Annual Eugene O’Neill Avenue, Livermore. The library is open Monday through Thursday: 10am to 9pm, Friday: 10am-6pm, Saturday: 10am- Krasny will be joined on zog’s family drama After theatre company dedicated Festival during the month 5pm, and Sunday: 12-6pm. 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 Vin win situation: Page Mill Winery Charity Thursdays by Harry Stoll tered and set up their exhibit. class.” oaked Chardonnay, you On the first and third “Mickaboo” combines Mick By e-mail, Lee reported must try this one that has a Thursdays of each month, and Aboo, the names of that the winery staff was deep straw color, a creamy from 4:30 to 8:00 p.m., Page cockatiel companions of the great at supporting them. texture, and honey, almonds, Mill Winery donates the $5 two founders. " . . . we got over $200 in and vanilla from the oak. tasting fee and 10% of sales The rescue is run strictly funds from the winery and Cristiano points out that to a charity. Light snacks are by volunteers and operates from bird toy sales. That will it’s available for sale only on the counter. It’s a nice in the San Francisco Bay help pay for two vet exams to Underground Wine Club break for tasters who can’t Area and Sacramento Area. (with basic tests)!” For more Members, but it’s easy to go get away on a weekday and It will soon be in the Delta information, visit their web underground. a chance to do some good at area. Volunteers Martha site: www.mickaboo.org She said the bookings no extra cost to you. Kudlack and Pamela Lee The wine being poured for September 5 and 19 are The tasters pay the regu- were present to tell some of that night, especially for the Livermore Mystics and Our lar price for wine, the win- the Mickaboo’s story. It has event was: Savior Lutheran School. If a ery increases its exposure foster homes for the birds 2012 Page Mill Win- charity wants to participate and sales (at a lesser per- that have been neglected, ery Vintner’s Select Char- or if someone knows of a bottle net, of course) and a abused, injured, abandoned, donnay Livermore Valley worthy charity, contact Deb- worthwhile charity receives or surrendered to it. Micka- ($28). The grapes come bie Cristiano (see below.) some cash. This idea is the boo has over 300 birds avail- from a vineyard located in She also said, “When we brain baby of tasting room able for adoption, including the sloping, rolling hills of don’t have a group reserved, manager Debbie Cristiano. African Greys, Amazons, the Kalthoff Commons area we donate to our Page Mill She says the number of tast- Budgies, Canaries, Cocka- at the west end of the Liver- Scholarship fund.” Winery ers has varied from four to tiels, Conures, Macaws and more Valley where it enjoys owner and winemaker Dane fifty. The charities tend to be many more. cool Bay breezes and excel- Stark “. . . set that up years smaller and lesser known. “We find homes for the lent drainage. Winemaker ago. It is to benefit kids who On August 15, as the birds,” said Kudlack. "The Dane Stark aged it in 100% study in any country other sun prepared to exit, the first requirement for adop- new American oak barrels. than their birth country. Mickaboo Bird Rescue en- tion is to take a bird care If you think you don’t liked (See CHARITY, page 7) Rescued cockatoo Big Weekend Features Scottish Gathering and Games The 148th Scottish Highland Gathering & Games will ENTERTAINMENT: Four stages of traditional and Side soccer with eight Semi-Pro teams from California be held Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 at the Alameda County Fair- Celtic Rock bands, groups and individuals. Tempest, Alban- and Nevada. grounds in Pleasanton. nach (Scotland), Celtica (Austria), Browne Sisters, Molly’s RUGBY & SHINTY: Local Rugby teams. See the an- This event is produced entirely by volunteers from the Revenge, Golden Bough, Peter Daldry & Neil O’Neill. cient Scottish game of Shinty, played by local teams. Caledonian Club of San Francisco. CELTIC HERITAGE: Two stages of continuous Fid- VENDORS: Five buildings with more than 100 vendors Gates open at 8 a.m. Athletic events begin at 8:30 a.m., dling, Harping, Singing and Scottish Country Dancing with wares and services from the British Isles - Scotland, other activities at 10 a.m. featuring the Scottish Fiddlers Rally with Alasdair Fraser England, Ireland and Wales. An opening ceremony is held each day at 12:30 p.m. in & Celtic Harpers with Varlene Schermer. FOOD & BEVERAGE: Enjoy a steak pie, fish & chips, front of the main grandstands. A grandstand show featuring LIVING HISTORY: Reenactment guilds with Mary British banger or Scotch Egg! - Ales or beer....and of course massed pipe bands in concert, Western States Drum Major Queen of Scots and her entourage; Highland Warriors, regular fairgrounds American style food. finals and more are held in from of the main grandstand Roman Legions and invading Vikings. Period artisans and BRITISH MOTOR CAR CAVALCADE and MOTOR- starting at 3:45 p.m. each day. craftsmen. CYCLES TOO: A number of British marque clubs display Twenty-nine Pipe Bands from the U.S. and Canada will GATHERING OF THE CLANS: Do you have a bit of their cherished automobiles....how about a three-wheeled be featured in competition. Individual Piper and Drummer Scottish blood in your veins. This is the place to research Morgan! BSA and Triumph as other two-wheelers from competition for grades 1-5 is part of the event. There will your heritage. Nearly 100 clan tents. Britain. be a special appearance by the L.A. Scots Grade I Pipe Band FOR THE YOUNGSTERS: Children’s Glen with games KILTED MILE: Competition for all ages, running the with special arrangements. and prizes. (One of many attractions the kids love) one-mile track for prizes and glory. Kilt required! Highlights are as follows: BIRDS OF PREY: A crowd favorite - more than 20 ex- WHISKY TASTING: Sample premium single malt HEAVY EVENTS (ATHLETICS): 39th U.S. Invitation- otic birds, including hawks, falcons, owls and more, with whiskies. Attend a Master Class seminar with a Whisky al Heavy Event Championships. World’s top professional professional handlers and informative information. Master. (Additional cost). heavy event athletes including World Champion Matt Vin- SHEEP DOG TRIALS: Demonstrations in the precise FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT: Held at the host hotel, cent. Pros from Scotland, England, New Zealand, Canada herding of sheep by highly trained dogs and their handlers. Marriott San Ramon. The L.A. Scots Pipe Band and famous and the U.S. Top selected amateur men’s and women’s divi- Provided by the Northern California Working Sheepdog U.S. military band. (Extra cost) sions and men’s and women’s Masters Classes. All athletes Association. SATURDAY NIGHT FREE “Ceilidh” (PARTY): Fol- compete in all eight disciplines, including Caber, Weight- CLYDESDALE HORSE TEAM: Always a popular lowing the Grandstand Show Held at the Red Lion Pub at the for-Height, Weight-for-Distance, Hammer, and Stone Putt. feature for the children. fairgrounds. Celtic music. - Open microphone plus special HIGHLAND DANCING: Western U.S. Highland Danc- HIGHLAND CATTLE: With long coats of hair, these guests performing - Nominal cost for Tri-Tip & Chicken ing Championships. magnificent “coos” are prepared for the cold Scottish winter! BBQ - Pub drinks. IRISH PAVILION: Back by popular demand! - Irish Step SOCCER AND MORE: The quick game of Five-A- For tickets and information go to www.TheScottish- Dancing demonstrations and more. Games.com or call 1-888-769-2345. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 7

Wineries to Host Wine Country: September Song Annual Harvest Rosé, Rosé, I love you Celebration By Harry Stoll part of the European eno Tenuta’s first estate Pinot color leads to aromas of Rosés are made from scene. Noir Rosé. Her winery was strawberry and melon. Its nearly every variety of En Garde winemaker the first in the Livermore medium body has a bit of a red grapes. Winemakers Csaba Szakal says dry Valley to grow Pinot Noir. quick sweet flirty kiss and The 2013 Livermore limit the time the juice is Rosé was the only wine The vineyard is on a north- a cranberry finish. Perfect Valley Harvest Wine Cele- in contact with the skins, Grandfather Béla in facing slope so avoids the for a poolside brunch of bration marks the 32nd year with 24 hours probably Hungary made. Customers afternoon sun. The color cheese and fancy crackers. that people have gathered being the longest. Fermen- brought their own contain- is pale copper. The wine 2012 McGrail Vine- over Labor Day Weekend to tation methods vary. Occa- ers. “They would sit down emits aromas of berries yards Kylie Ryan Rosé ($22). Kylie Ryan is the enjoy the fruit of the vines sio Winery uses a com- in the ‘Tasting Room’ with some minerality, and 3-year old daughter of in one of California’s oldest bination of stainless steel (our kitchen) and enjoy a on the palate sings of the and once-used French oak glass while my grandfather flower of Malaya. winery president, Heather wine regions. McGrail. Winemaker Mark Sunday, September 1 barrels, En Garde Winery went to the cellar to fill the 2012 Occasio Rosé containers directly from of Pinot Noir Liver- Clarin made this salmon and Monday, September 2 uses neutral Hungarian barrels, and Las Positas the barrels. I make it every more Valley Del Arroyo colored beauty that is per- between noon and 5 p.m., more than 40 area wineries will year in his honor. I use the Vineyard ($24). Wine- fect with wild, fresh king offer Livermore Valley’s best wine, food, art and music to stainless steel. Much of the color of same method.” He bleeds maker John Kinney made salmon. It’s made from ticket holders. Bus transportation between wineries will red wine comes from the off the juice 12-24 hours this heart tugger in the estate Cabernet Sauvignon. be available on Sunday only. This year’s celebration will skins, as do nearly all the after crushing, then fer- dry style, so it’s crisp and The aroma picks fresh include Livermore Valley’s newest wineries: Dante Robere tannins. Beautiful colors ments the juice in neutral concentrated with berry strawberries and a bit of Vineyards, Ehrenberg Cellars and Darcie Kent Vineyards, result, such as coral and Hungarian barrels until the notes and a bit of citrus. rose petal, with flavors as well as the new winery and tasting room of Cuda Ridge American Beauty roses. spring. He uses malolactic This elegant wine is good to match. The finish is a Wines. And, since most of the fermentation. “In Hungary, soulfully by itself or with lingering minerality that Sunday, September 1: tannins are gone, it’s we always drank this wine watermelon salad. The fin- waltzes with a strawberry Thirty-one wineries will host festivities at their tasting gentle. McGrail Winery as a spritzer and I still do,” ish is for the finish—toast- blond. rooms across Livermore Valley. Ten more wineries will be calls it blush wine, but no- says Csaba. ing somebody standing on 2012 Dante Robere pouring at either Concannon Vineyard or Wente Vineyards body calls it pink, which Due to legalities, En the jetty as your steamer Syrah Rosé Livermore on Tesla Road. All locations will offer wine tasting, fresh it ain't. Garde is not allowed to pulls away. Valley ($15). The color is food vendors, local artisans and festive music. Celebration I have enjoyed Rosés post signs directing you to Here are three from the deepest of the six rosés guests are invited to ride complimentary shuttle buses be- with chicken tandoori its tasting room. Go into other than Pinot Noir: with a nose of strawberry, tween the wineries. The buses will travel on two different (going easy on the spices), the Tenuta tasting room 2012 Las Positas pomegranate, and rhubarb. The grapes are from this routes, each serving at least 14 winery locations. Free park- crab salad in endive, and they’ll direct you to it Rosé Livermore Val- newcomer winery’s vine- ing will be available at Robertson Park in Livermore, where grilled eggplant with (beyond the barrel room, ley ($24). It’s made from pesto, and tomato-pesto to a bar as welcoming as a estate grown grapes: 49% yard opposite Sycamore guests can board buses and transfer between routes during Park. This one went on the day. Bus stops may be as far as 300 feet from winery Round Table artisan flat- kitchen). Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Here are three Rosé Petite Sirah, 16% Barbera, my patio and went for the locations, so guests riding buses must be prepared to walk bread, and other light fare. Probably some oh featuring Pinot Noir: 8% Tempranillo, and 4% grilled chicken breast and up driveways. Wineries are open only to ticket holders with 2012 En Garde Dry Petit Verdot and Syrah. rhubarb pie. If you sing, "I event wristbands and no outside food is allowed. so au courant expert is recommending Rosés be Rosé California ($24). The typical romantic cannot stay,” the finish will Monday, September 2: served warm, but I’m not Csaba Szakál’s dark gem stay with you. Thirty-five Livermore Valley wineries will continue the a trend setter or follower. uses Pinot Noir (prob- celebration with wine tasting, vendors and music at their Serve Rosés chilled. Some ably from the Russian tasting rooms. There will be no bus service. Five wineries fussy folks want to know River Valley), Tempranillo, will pour at Wente Vineyards on Tesla and one will pour at CHARITY the exact temperature. If Malbec, Petit Verdot, Petite (continued from page 6) Concannon Vineyard. you’re one, surely you Sirah, and Cabernet Sauvi- Kitchen, Livemore Valley Admission price includes a commemorative Livermore have a wine thermometer. gnon. The pale strawberry As you may know, Dane Opera/Opera in the Vine- Valley wine glass, tastings of at least two wine varietals Bob Ryan, sort of a do-it- color is a tad darker than studied in France for a year. yard, Canine Companions from each participating winery, official event program and all wine guy at Occasio Rosés made solely from I think his goal is for other and others. A portion of the exclusive discounts on wine purchases. Winery, says 48 degrees Pinot Noir. The fresh floral kids to have that type of op- proceeds from wine sales is Tickets for the 2013 Harvest Wine Celebration are Fahrenheit is right. With- aroma is perfume in her portunity.” also made.” good for admission both days and priced at $55 each when out taking its temperature, tresses, followed by liveli- Livermore Valley win- Page Mill Winery has set purchased in advance, $65 at the event. Designated driver he has a seat of the pants ness in the mouth. Csaba eries generously support a template for smart market- tickets are $10 and are also valid both days. Tickets are rule: “When the mist on suggests enjoying it with charities. Neighboring Ret- ing while benefiting worthy available online at www.LVwine.org and at participating the outside begins to run club soda. I recommend zlaff Winery spokeswoman causes. It warrants copying Livermore Valley wineries, the Wine Steward in Pleasan- down the side, it’s ready,” this spritzer style. Salomè Taylor e-mailed: and deserves the support of ton, First Street Wine Company and the Winemaker’s Pour says Bob. 2009 Tenuta Vineyards “We donate our space to a wine tasters. Page Mill Winery is lo- House in Livermore and at Bay Area Safeway stores. Ticket Americans are slow to Pinot Noir Rosé Liver- number of charitable organi- more Valley ($12). This is zations for their fundraising cated at 1960 South Liver- “will call” arrangements vary by purchase method. Please take up Rosés. However, they have always been owner/winemaker Nancy functions. Organizations more Avenue, Livermore; visit www.LVwine.org for details. include, The Open Heart 456-7676. 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS displays are set-up throughout the MEETINGS/CLASSES [email protected] for further Smith Ranch Cabernet. Due to limited Discounts available on selected wines. Livermore Art Association Gallery, downtown in and around parks, side- Pleasanton Art League, Livermore info. quantity, this will be your only chance Reservations at 925-456-2395. 3005 located in the Carnegie Building, offers walks, galleries, wine bars, restaurants Art Association, potluck and social PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, now to taste the Smith Ranch Cabernet. Mines Road, Livermore. art classes, unusual gifts, painting and shops, allowing visitors and the Mon., Sept. 9, 5 to 7 p.m. Charles meeting the 1st Thursday and 3rd Tasting 12-4:30, In the Barrel Room, 32nd Harvest Wine Celebration, Labor rentals, art exhibits and information local community to experience all R Vineyards, 8195 Crane Ridge Rd., Wednesday of each month 7:00 at The $10, Reservations not required. Day Weekend, September 1 & 2, pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third that this wine country downtown has Livermore. Bring a main dish or des- Corner Bakery Cafe in Pleasanton. Join Interested in a vertical? 2004, 2005, 2013. Noon – 5pm. Over 40 wineries St., Livermore. The gallery has been to offer with art as the theme for the sert. RSVP to Karen Fleschler by Sept. us as we challenge ourselves to poeti- 2006, and 2007 Steven Kent Livermore celebrate the exciting crush season in open since 1974 and is run as a co-op day. The Art Banner Auction displays 5 at [email protected]. cally relay our thoughts, emotions and Valley Cabernet is our featured Reserve Livermore Valley with wine tasting, arts by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. up close the hand-painted banners Show and Tell, Artists are invited to experiences through poetry. Become a Tasting. Call 925-243-6440 to reserve and crafts, activities and music. Wine 11:30-4 p.m. For information call that will have hung as public street art a monthly function at the Bothwell member & share your work - Contact your space. $15 Club Members . $30 lovers come from all over to enjoy this 449-9927. during the month of September, and Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th [email protected] for more General Public. www.stevenkent. unique event in Livermore Valley Wine Art Happens, 2nd Thursday of each enjoy free all-day concerts from fine Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at info on Theme Challenges, Membership com, 5443 Tesla Rd Livermore, (925) Country that offers complimentary month, 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown Liver- Bay Area musicians and a glass of the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Eighth & Opportunities. 243-6440. shuttle buses on Sunday. Monday more. Art displays, poetry, entertain- fine local wine from our wine, beer and St, Livermore. Artists bring finished or Ukulele Circle, August 31. Meetings Las Positas Vineyards, Thursday, is an intimate day of winemaker ment, special events. For the brochure beverage bar at the Livermore Valley unfinished work to show and if desired, are held the 2nd and last Saturday August 29th from 6-9pm celebrate In- discussions. Tickets and details at go to www.bothwellartscenter.org. Plaza. ArtWalk artist and business receive a critique from the group. This of each month from 12noon-1pm at ternational Cabernet and International LVwine.org Encuentros: Bankhead Theater hosts booth registration closes on August 31, is a friendly and fun event for artists Galina’s Music Studio located at 2222 Bacon Day together. Enjoy a flight of 2013 “splatter . . . not your ordinary three Latin-American artists in sum- 2013, see www.bothwellartscenter. and can be useful in helping them Second St., Suite 2, Livermore. Please Cabernet's along with a barrel tasting food, art and wine festival” mer exhibition. The exhibit features org for info. improve their work and learn from confirm participation by calling (925) of future 2011 Reserve Cabernet Saturday, September 21, at Dublin’s oil paintings, acrylics, and monotypes Artists sought, the City of San Ramon others. Refreshments are brought by 960-1194 or via the website at www. paired up with our Bacon Brownies. Emerald Glen Park. Event hours from Edmee Keele, Jordi Camps and is seeking applicants for the San the artists, and a donation of $5.00 GalinasMusicStudio.com. Beginners Our classic tasting flight will also be are noon to 8:00 p.m., with a finale Alfredo Mordss. The art will remain on Ramon Art Galleries, including the is desired although not mandatory. are welcome. Bring some music to offered as well. Friday, September 6, concert beginning at 6:30 p.m., and exhibition until September 8th. Pro- Lindsay Dirkx Brown Gallery (inside the Contact for this event is D’Anne Miller share with the group. Ukuleles are Evening in the Vineyards , free concert an aerial fireworks display at 8:00 ceeds from sales benefit the Bothwell Community Center at Central Park), the at [email protected], or Linda available for purchase. Small $5 fee to at Las Positas Vineyards from 6-9pm p.m. Admission to the event is free. Arts Center, a project of Livermore Dougherty Station Community Center Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreperform- cover meeting costs. featuring live Jazz music by Joey T & Food and Wine Tasting Pavilion will Valley Performing Arts Center, a not- Gallery, and the San Ramon Library ingarts.org Colored Pencil Classes “Basics and Friends. Wine, beer, and Artisan pizzas include dozens of the finest wineries, for-profit corporation. Gallery for 2014. Interested artists and Fine Art on Friday, 10 a.m. with Art Beyond”. Instructor Maryann Kot. crafted by On the Vine Catering avail- micro-breweries and restaurants in the Where a Painter Meets Poets, A new groups should submit the following Critique & Coffee at the Corner Bakery Starting at 9:30AM on Mon., Sept 9 for able for purchase ( sorry no outside Tri-Valley area. Tasting Pavilion hours exhibit featuring poetic responses to items by Tuesday, September 3, 2013 Cafe, Pleasanton Gateway Plaza. five weeks and also 6:30 PM on Tues., food or beverages permitted) Space is are 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Passports the work of Livermore artist Lily Xu for review by the San Ramon Arts Professional, Local and Emerging Sept 10 for five weeks. Classes will be limited, please contact 925-449-9463 must be purchased to enter and to will be on display at the Pleasanton Advisory Committee for the 2014 gal- Artists of the San Francisco Bay Area. held at the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 or [email protected] to participate in the Tasting Pavilion. A Public Library, 400 Old Bernal, through lery year: Eight to ten digital images on Contact Claudette for more information 8th Street, Livermore. Sign up at Way make a reservation. Reservations are limited number of passports can now Sept. 30. The show, Where a Painter CD, or flash drive that represent your 510 543-4776. Up Art and Frame, Livermore. 925- held until 7pm. To make reservations be purchased at the special pre-event Meets Poets, features Xu’s watercolor artwork and style (no slides or printed Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday 443-3388. View Maryann’s artwork at please call 925-449-9463 or contact rate of $25.00. Each Passport is good paintings, as well as poems by Ronnie photos please); completed gallery 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring www.maryannkot.com. [email protected] for one limited-edition event wine Holland, poet laureate emeritus of application. Application available at their own materials and easels. Open McGrail Vineyards and Winery events: glass and 20 samples or tastes of your Dublin; Cher Wollard, outgoing poet www.sanramon.ca.gov/parks. For more to all artists. Professional artist models WINERY EVENTS Sat., Aug. 31, 6 to 9 p.m. Sunset choice of food or beverage. Passports laureate of Livermore; Susan Wilson; information about each of the Art Gal- (nude). No instructor. Students under Wine Wednesdays, Livermore Valley SAGE concert, This group has played may also be purchased on the day Jim Curcuro; and Kay Speaks. leries in San Ramon please download 18 need written parental permission to wineries will be hosting "Wine together for the past 40 years. $15 per of the event for $30.00. For more California Society of Printmakers, the 2014 Artist Information Brochure at attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Wednesdays" each Wednesday through person, $5 club member. www.mc- information, please contact the Parks Celebrating 100 Years of the California www.sanramon.ca.gov/parks. Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. October. One featured winery will be grailvineyards.com or (925) 215-0717; and Community Services Department Society of Printmakers, Aug. 1-Sept. Tri-Valley Woodcarver's 41st Annual Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- open from 5 to 8 p.m. to help guests 5600 Greenville Rd., Livermore. at (925) 556-4508. 5, Harrington Gallery at the Firehouse Show, Sept. 21-22, Veteran's Memorial able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton "wine-down" from the work week or Concannon Vineyard, all things Cabernet Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Hall, 301 Main St., Pleasanotn. 10 a.m. for more info about the workshop, just grab a taste of wine before going Sauvignon at the winery on National MUSIC/CONCERTS Pleasanton. Printmaking of all types: to 4:30 p.m. each day. Free admission 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ out to dinner in the Tri-Valley. Check Cabernet Day, Thursday, August 29, Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- book arts, silkscreen, monotype, to public. For information contact Joel earthlink.net. for the winery listings at www.lvwine. 2013, commemorating 130 years of urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 woodcut and linocut, lithography, mixed Ellioff (Show Chairman) at joelwen@ Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- org. growing and producing this highly- South Livermore Ave., Livermore. mediums, etching and letterpress. sbcglobal.net or (510) 537-9463 or go ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 The Winemaker's Pour House, Live esteemed varietal. Concannon will Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears California Society of Printmakers is to tri-valleycarvers.com are welcome to join this class. Classes music: Aug. 29, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Music be offering guests special tastings of regularly at: The Castle Rock Restau- the oldest continuously operating as- Pleasanton Art League 2013 Fall cover drawing, painting, print-making, Lore; Aug. 30, 8-11 p.m., Brian and Concannon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvi- rant in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- sociation of printmakers in the United Members Show, Harrington Gallery, sculpture and ceramics. For further Mike of Northern Static; Aug. 31, 7-10 gnon and will host a "Cabernet is King" the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month. States. The gallery is open Wed.-Fri. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad information please contact Thomasin p.m., Papa’s Garage. 2241 First St., Barbeque Dinner with wine pairings. from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, 12-5 and Sat. 11-3. www.firehouse- Ave., Pleasanton. Sept. 21 to Oct. 19. Dewhurst at (925) 216-7231 or Livermore. www.winemakerspour- Five Year Vertical Cabernet Sauvignon small cover. arts.org. Admission is free, donations Reception and awards, 1 to 3 p.m. [email protected] or visit house.com or 215-2656. Tasting, 11:00 am - 4:30 pm. ($20 for Ottmar Liebert, flamenco guitarist always appreciated. Sat., Sept. 21. www.firehousearts.org. http://childrensartclassesprojects. RM Celebrates Pinot Grigio, For the visitors, $10 for Concannon Gatekeeper and composer. Aug. 29, 7:30 p.m. Nicole Wakeman, mixed media artist, Call for Artists at 15th Annual Art in the blogspot.com/ month of August, come out & visit members) includes 5 year vertical of Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Work displayed at Wente Vineyards Es- Park –San Ramon, Oct. 5 and 6, 10 Art Classes, For children, teens and Rodrigue Molyneaux and taste the very Concannon Cabernet Sauvignon tasting Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org tate Winery,, 5565 Tesla Rd., Livermore a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Park. Looking for adults. Beginner to advanced. Draw- first vintage of the 2012 Pinot Grigio. and a 2012 Barrel Sample; Cabernet is or 373-6800. during the month of August. Regular artists from around the Bay Area to sell ing, painting, printmaking, sculpture Free tasting for the entire month and King Barbeque Dinner, 6:00 pm - 9:00 Karen Marguth & Espacio, Fri., Aug. 30, hours are 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and showcase their fine art and wares and ceramics taught by highly the upgraded tasting half off. Tour pm, $75 per person. 4590 Tesla Road, 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Livermore Art Association Gallery “Fall (paintings, sculpture, textiles, ceramics experienced artist and art instructor, every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 Livermore. Information and reserva- St., Livermore. Livermore native Karen Into Art” exhibit opens September & glass, fine jewelry, photography, etc.) Thomasin Dewhurst. Weekday and PM. 5th Weekend (Saturday only): tions at www.concannonvineyard.com Marguth brings her jazz ensemble to 7. An open house celebratoin will be 10’x10’ booth spaces are available weekend classes, Homeschool classes, Crushpad & Equipment tour. Italian or (800) 258-9866. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org held on Sat., Sept. 14 from 11:30 a.m. for $105 for non-members of ADAS or Special classes during school breaks music and tasting small bites will La Luna Fridays are Back at Murrieta's or 373-6800. to 5 p.m. Twenty-five artisits will be SRAF or $90 for members plus a 10% offered. Please phone (925) 216-7231 pair with the all Italian flight. 3053 Well tasting room. 6 to 9 p.m. Wines The Dukes of R&B, All-4-One, Thurs., displaying and selling new paintings, commission on all sales goes to Art or email [email protected] Marina Ave, Livermore, CA www. served on the terrace under the light Sept. 5, 7:30 p.m. Bankhead Theater, photographs, jewelry, textiles, pottery, in the Schools Fund and Art Programs for further info. rmwinery.com, [email protected], of the full moon, accompanied by live 2400 First St., Livermore. www.bank- glasswork, origami and much more. in the City of San Ramon. No crafts Piano and keyboard lessons, For 925-443-1998 music performed by Silent Partner. Aug. headtheater.org or 373-6800. Artists will have special offers for the please. For an application, email children to adult. Beginner to early The Steven Kent Winery, Thurs., Aug. 29, 16, East Coast Clam Bake; Sept. 20, Roger Glenn Latin Jazz Ensemble, public that day. Refreshments will be [email protected] or call 925 intermediate level. Half-hour private 12-4:30, #CabernetDay in the Barrel Southwestern Cuisine; Oct. 18, Hawai- headlines Livermore Rotary Club served. The Gallery is in the Carnegie 828-9170. classes or small group classes Room. Taste the new Single Vineyard ian fare. $45 Silver Spur members, fundraiser. Fri., Sept. 6, Firehouse Arts Building at 2155 3rd Street, Livermore. offered. Twice-yearly recitals. Please Series Releases - 2010 Home Ranch, $55 non-members. Price includes live Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleas- ArtWalk, October 12, 11 to 5 pm: phone (925) 216-7231 or email 2010 Folkendt Vineyard and 2010 music, family style dinner and wine. anton. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 9

with a no host bar and appetizers. The 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $25-$35 with Avenue, Pleasanton, or 925-931- (Cutting Ball Theatre). $10 donation; Hungarian State Folk Dancers, Gypsy Sept. 7, 11 a.m., 1020 Serpentine show begins at 8 p.m. Hoof Prints of group discounts available. Tickets 4848. Hours: Wednesday - Friday NPS shuttles from the Museum of Romance. Thurs., Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m. Lane, Suite 101, Pleasanton. Actors the Heart and Rotary Interact (a Rotary available at www.firehousearts.org, 12:00 noon-6:00pm and Saturdays the San Ramon Valley beginning at Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., should bring a current headshot and Club for high-school students), will be 925-931-4848, or at the Firehouse 10:00am-4:00pm, and 2 hours prior to 1:00 p.m. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org resume to the audition and prepare 32 also selling tickets and will receive $5 Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad performances. Sept. 26-29: O’Neill’s Chris Christo- or 373-6800. bars of an up-tempo song or ballad. from the proceeds of every ticket they Avenue, Pleasanton. The Woman in Black - A Ghost Play phersen presented by Eugene O’Neill Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn . Actors should be ready to dance as sell. Tickets are $30. The theater seats David Lanz, Cristofori's Dream pianist, adapted by Stephen Mallatratt from Foundation. Four performances of how to dance with great instructors well. The dance audition may include 227. Call Debbie Peck, Travel Bug Sept. 14, 8 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, the book by Susan Hill. Sept. 5, 8 p.m. this 1920 drama in the Old Barn at from It's All About Dancing, new dance a tap combination. Accompanist pro- (925) 447-4300 or Alex Watson, ARW 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. preview. Sept. 6, opening reception. Tao House, Danville. Directed by Eric every week from Salsa, Tango, Swing vided. No tapes, no a capella. Please Realty Investment at (925) 437-4204 firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Show Sept. 5-29. Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Fraisher Hayes. Evenings at 8:00 p.m., and more. Group lesson starts at 7:30, download audition form and fill out for tickets. David Lanz, Grammy nominee, contem- Sat., Sept. 21, 2 and 8 p.m., Sun. Sunday matinee at 3:00 p.m. NPS followed by open dance until 9:45 in conflicts completely before auditions Annual Piano Recital, Saturday, porary piano legend, performs 8 p.m. 2 p.m. Douglas Morrisson Theatre, shuttles from Museum of the San Ra- our new location at the Bothwell Arts www.trivalleyrep.com September 7, 2013, 7:30 PM at Asbury Sat., Sept. 14, Firehouse Arts Center, 22311 N. Third St., Hayward. Preview mon Valley. Tickets: www.eugeneoneill. Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore; 925- Livermore-Amador Symphony As- United Methodist Church, 4743 East 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. $10; shows $29. discounts available. org. or (925) 820-1818 449-9292. $15. sociation's 41st annual Competi- Avenue, Livermore. Annual piano firehousearts.org or 931-4848. (510) 881-6777; www.dmtonline.org Sept. 27-28: Gala Champagne/Des- tion for Young Musicians, open to recital co-sponsored by the Alameda The Bronx Wanderers, Lightning Bolt of Sleepy Hollow, the Musical, opens Sept. sert reception celebrating O’Neill’s AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS instrumentalists and vocalists who County East Branch of the Music Pure Rock n’ Roll. Wed., Sept. 18, 7:30 27 and runs for three weekends. Front 125th Birthday. In the Courtyard at Valley Concert Chorale is now schedul- reside in or attend school in Livermore, Teachers’ Association of California and p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Row Theater at the Dougherty Station Tao House, Danville. Reservation ing appointments for auditions for Sunol, Pleasanton, Dublin, or San Asbury. Pleasanton resident Connie Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org Community Center, 17011 Bollinger required with ticket purchase at www. singers who would like to be a part of Ramon. Students are eligible through Chen, MTAC Young Artist Guild member or 373-6800. Canyon Rd, San Ramon. Performance eugeneoneill.org. NPS shuttles from the Chorale’s 50th Anniversary season grade 12. If not enrolled in high school, and Livermore-Amador Symphony As- Maria Muldaur, First Lady of Bluesiana. Days: September 27th, 28th, 29th. Museum of the San Ramon Valley begin of 2013-2014. Auditions will be held the maximum age is 17. All instru- sociation award recipient will perform Fri., Sept. 20, 8 p.m. Bankhead The- October 4th, 5th, 6th, 11th, 12th, and at 6:30 p.m. on the following dates: Mondays, ments will be considered. Completed timeless music masterpieces by Bach, ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. 13th. www.sanramoncommunitythe- September 9 and 16th. Auditions applications must be accompanied by Beethoven, Chopin and Prokofiev. bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. ater.org or 925-389-7529. San Ramon COMEDY and rehearsals are held at the First an $8 application fee and a CD or cas- The community is invited. No charge Gregg Rolie Band, Journey and Santana Community Theater is a volunteer Comedy Uncorked 2013, 7:30 p.m. Sat., Presbyterian Church of Livermore. The sette tape fro preliminary screening. for admission; refreshments served. co-founder, Sept. 21, 8 p.m. Firehouse theater group and is part of the San Sept. 28, Retzlaff Vineyards, Livermore. church is located at 2020 Fifth Street. Additional information may be obtained Further information: 925 443-2514 Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Ramon Arts Foundation. An evening of great wine, great laughs The Chorale is seeking experienced from www.livamsymph.org or by [email protected] Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org or and a great cause on the lawn at singers with sight-reading skills who contacting the competition chairperson Hard Rock Guitar Hero - Rick Derringer, 931-4848. Schedule of Eugene O’Neill beautiful Retzlaff Vineyards, Livermore. enjoy singing exciting and challenging at 447-1947. The application deadline Guitar Fest live! Sat., Sept. 7, 8 p.m. Festival Events: Benefits Open Heart Kitchen, feeding music. The Chorale performs a wide is Oct. 6, 2013. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., ON THE STAGE Sept. 6-21: O’Neill’s Anna Christie the hungry of the Tri-Valley. Advance variety of music ranging from classical Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org Firehouse Arts Center Season 4: presented by Role Players Ensemble. purchase tickets save $5 off the price to contemporary, and folk to jazz. To OPERA or 373-6800. Tickets now on sale both online and Eight performance of the O’Neill play at the door. 1-888-412-5055. schedule an appointment, call (925) Carmen by Georges Bizet, Livermore Mike Amaral’s California Beach Boys, at the box office. The Firehouse Arts directed by George Maguire. Evenings 462-4205. More information about the Valley Opera production, Sept. 28 and The Firehouse Arts Center opens its Center in Pleasanton has announced at 8:00 p.m., Sunday Matinees at 2:00 DANCE Valley Concert Chorale is available at 29 and Oct. 5 and 6. Bankhead The- 4th Season with the number one their 2013-2014 season line-up. Three p.m. Village Theatre, Danville. Tickets: Livermore School of Dance will present http://www.valleyconcertchorale.org/ ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www- Beach Boys Tribute Band on Saturday, theater companies and various concert www. RolePlayerEensemble.com or an evening of food, music, fellowship or by calling the general information bankheadtheater.org or 474-6800. September 7, at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are series anchor the offerings, with rock, Village Theatre ticket office, 223 Front and dance. The community is invited to line at (925) 866-4003. (continued on page 10) $15-$25, with child, senior, and group country, bluegrass, jazz, blues, clas- Street, Danville. (925) 314-3466. attend the 2nd annual Sunset Soiree on Cantabella Registration, Fall registration discounts available. Tickets available sical, folk, cabaret, holiday, and retro Sept. 12: Classic 1930 MGM film of Anna Saturday, August 31, 2013 from 5:30 – for Cantabella Children’s Chorus is at www.firehousearts.org, 925-931- concerts included. Highlights: Paula Christie with Greta Garbo and Marie 8:00pm in front of the Bankhead The- now open to new students. Classes 4848, or at the Firehouse Arts Center Cole, Gregg Rolie Band, Faith Prince, Dressler. Village Theatre, Danville, ater at Shea Homes Park. Admission begin the week of September 2nd in Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Bo Bice, Special Consensus, December 7:00 p.m. Tickets: $5.00 donation is free. Bring a picnic dinner or order Livermore, Pleasanton and Dublin. This Pleasanton. People and Starship (yes, that Star- at the door or www.RolePlayersEn- a pre-packaged dinner from Uncle Yu’s international award-winning chorus REO Speedwagon, 27th season of The ship). Group discounts for 10 or more semble.com for $6 each. Visit the Livermore Dance has been providing a quality music Concerts at Wente Vineyards, Thurs., are available for all shows, and many Sept. 22: “Modern Audiences/Classic website at www.livermoredance.com to education for children ages 5-18 for Sept. 12. Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo performances offer $12 youth tickets. Plays” — a special playwright/direc- pre-order an Uncle Yu's meal. Or, order over 20 years. To register for the train- Road, Livermore. For ticket information, Subscription packages are available for tor’s panel discussion centering on a pizza from Patxi's (walk-in orders ing choirs or to schedule an audition go to www.wentevineyards.com the Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre’s the two Festival plays, moderated by only please). Shaved ice, face painting for the performing choirs, or for more Paul Thorn: Muscular brand of Southern- season, the venue’s professional KQED’s Michael Krasny in the Old Barn and henna will be available. information, visit Cantabella.org/ influenced, rootsy rock and blues musical theater company in residence. at Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Diverse and register or call 925-292-2663. music. Bill Hinds, guitar; Michael View show info and purchase tickets Danville, 2:00 p.m. Panelists include Visionary Contemporary Dance. Sat., Auditions: The Drowsy Chaperone, Graham, keyboard; Ralph Friedrichsen, now at www.firehousearts.org. Tickets Jasson Minadakis (Marin Theatre Co.), Sept. 14, 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre production bass; Jeffrey Perkins, drums. One may also be purchased in person at the Joy Carlin (Aurora Theatre), Trevor Allen 2400 First St., Livermore. www.bank- Directed and Choreographed by Chris- show only. Friday, September 13, at Firehouse Box Office: 4444 Railroad (Black Box Theatre) and Rob Melrose headtheater.org or 373-6800. tina Lazo and Misty Megia. Auditions Wine Festival Special: 1 olive oil and 1 balsamic vinegar $29!

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with varieties of apples you won’t find (Organizations wishing to run notices of golf. For more information, email or call An unconventional celebration of the anywhere else! Try hand-cranking ice in Bulletin Board, send information to PO Dan Maslana:925-577-4282 danmaz65@ food, art and entertainment. Livermore outstanding wine, the diverse cuisine cream or pressing apple cider, then Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care yahoo.com. Sunday afternoon family picnic MISCELLANEOUS Valley Winegrowers Association. www. and the unique creative culture of the taste the fruit of your labor. Enjoy of Bulletin Board or email information to in Pleasanton. For more information, email Political Issues Book Club meets the lvwine.org. Tri-Valley region. General Admission music, dancing, crafts, old-fashioned [email protected]. Include name Donna Covello McCowan: Donnamc1@ 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads 1st Wednesday Street Party, Celebrate of organization, meeting date, time, place yahoo.com. to the festival is free. Entry into the games and family fun. No registration and theme or subject. Phone number and Mega Health Fair, The Hindu Com- books about issues and trends that Green, Sept. 4, 6 to 9 p.m., downtown Tasting Pavilion is by Passport only. required. Free entry. 1 888 327-2757 contact person should also be included. munity and Cultural Center (HCCC) of are driving current affairs in both the Pleasanton, Pleasanton Downtown Both free and pay-to-play activities are or www.ebparks.org Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) Livermore (Shiva Vishnu Temple) will be national and international arenas. Association, (925) 484-2199, www. available at the event. www.ci.dublin. Harvest Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat. Tri-Valley Woodcarver’s 41st Annual conducting a Mega Health Fair. This health Topics that have been covered include pleasantondowntown.net ca.us and Sun., Oct. 12 and 13, Ardenwood Show, Sept. 21-22, Veteran’s Memorial Hall, fair is open to all. HCCC Human Services politics, governance, economics, mili- An Evening with P. T. Barnum, Tues., 301 Main St., Pleasanotn. 10 a.m. to 4:30 believes that service to mankind is service 24th Annual “Nostalgia Day Car Show” Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., p.m. each day. Free admission to public. For to God. The event will be held, Saturday, tary affairs, history, sociology, science, Sept. 10, 7 p.m. Museum on Main sponsored by the Altamont Cruisers, Fremont. Harvest Indian corn and information contact Joel Ellioff (Show Chair- September 14th, 2013 from 10:00 to 4 P.M. the climate, and religion. Contact Rich Ed Kinney Lecture series, Barnum is Downtown Livermore. 8 a.m. to 4 popcorn and help fill our corncribs. man) at [email protected] or (510) Shiva-Vishnu Temple Assembly Hall, 1232 at 872-7923, for further questions portrayed by Doug Mishler author of A p.m. Sept. 29. Over classic 700 cars, Take home a share of our colorful corn 537-9463 or go to tri-valleycarvers.com Arrowhead Ave., Livermore. Free Medical We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- History of the Ringling Brothers Circus. continues music, prizes, parade of for your holiday table. Enjoy magic Ohlone Audubon will meet on Septem- Advice on Internal Medicine, Cardiology, centered book group led by a small Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad ber 3, 2013 at 7:30 pm at the Eden Church, Women’s Health, Nutrition & Diet, Dental, award winning vehicles down First St. shows, cider pressing, old-time music 21455 burch St., Hayward 94541. Harry Chiropractic Services, Physical Therapy and group of book club veterans, with Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. Benefit for Tri-Valley Youth Programs. and crafts. Visit the blacksmith, ride Fuller will present a program on Freeway Alternate Medicine. Various Informational reading selections based on member org. 925-461-2020, or www.altamontcruis- the train and tour the beautifully Birding. He will cover a dozen interesting tables from non-profit organizations. Free recommendations and consensus. Children’s Faire, Sat., Sept. 14, 10 a.m. ers.org restored Patterson House. Bring bags spots between the Bay Area and Seattle Evaluation - Blood Pressure, Blood No homework required– share your to 5 p.m. Robert Livermore Community Garin Apple Festival, noon to 4 p.m. for your harvest. Fee: $10/adults, $8/ all within 20 minutes of the Interstate 5 Sugar, and Cholesterol. Free Flu Shots insights or just listen in! Contact Susan Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. En- corridor. They range from National Wildlive and Free Bone Density Screening For Sat., Sept. 7, Garin Regional Park, 1320 seniors (62+ yrs.), $6/children (4-17 Refuges, local parks to dirt roads running more information contact Suman Jain at at 337-1282 regarding the We’re tertainment, information booths, kids Garin Avenue, Hayward. Celebrate yrs.), children 3 years and under are through birdrich rural landscapes. No [email protected] or Anand Gundu Talkin’ Books! Club. make it and take it booths, displays our farming and pioneer past! Garin free. Purchase advance tickets online admission charge. Refreshment serve. For at [email protected] or Karunakar A Celebration of the Arts, Livermore and more. No admission charge. 373- is home to an antique apple orchard at www.ebparksonline.org, or call more information call 925-447-8843 or go Gulukota [email protected] or call Library, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. Liver- 5700 or www.larpd.dst.ca.us 1-888-327-2757, option 2 to web site www.ohloneaudubon.org. the temple 925-449-6255. more Cultural Arts Council, showcase 1st Annual LVPAC Lobster Clambake, Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring YMCA Youth & Government Model Club, Sat., Aug. 31, 42 miles from San Legislature & Court, program in which high of local art groups in the area. Display Sat., Sept. 14, 5 p.m. Wente Vineyards, Ramon up to the Mt. Diablo Junction, meet school delegates from all over California Aug. 2-30. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org 9 a.m. at Central Park, Peter Rathmann, learn the values of democracy. They experi- A Starry Night in the Caribbean, or 373-6800. 336-0973. Sun., Sept. 1, 38 miles from San ence government first hand and learn how fund-raiser hosted by Pleasanton North A Wild West Evening Brothels, Bar Ramon's Central Park to Blackhawk and to solve community problems through the Rotary, Sun., Sept. 21, 4:30 to 10 p.m. Rooms & Bandits, Sept. 14, 6 to 10 Livermore, meet 9:30 a.m. Peter Rathmann, democratic process. Delegates attend two 336-0973. Wed., Sept. 4, club meeting, 7 training conferences and then, participate at Barone's Restaurant, 475 St. John's p.m. Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 p.m. Round Table Pizza in Dublin, www. in a five day conference where they take Place, Pleasanton. Includes no host Sunol Blvd. Gaming tables, live and valleyspokesmen.org. Anyone planning to go over the actual state legislature and judicial cocktail reception with appetizers, silent auctions. Benefit for the Museum on a ride is asked to contact the leader for chambers in Sacramento. Meetings are live steel drum music, silent auction, on Main. For tickets phone the museum details on where to meet and what to bring. Wednesdays August-March, 6 to 7:30 p.m. buffet dinner live auction and raffle at 925.462.2766 or mosey on down to Amador Valley High School Class at the Tri-Valley YMCA. All high school of ’68, 45 Year Reunion. Sat., Sept. 28, students are welcome. For more information, drawing, music and dancing and Mike 603 Main Street. DoubleTree by Hilton, Livermore. Dinner, no- please call the Tri-Valley YMCA at 925 263 Darby's cigar bar. $100 per person until Tri-Valley Woodcarvers are hosting their host cocktails, DJ. Tickets purchased prior 4444 or email [email protected]. Sept. 1. Dress is resort formal. Now annual woodcarving show on Septem- to Sept. 1 $75 each, after that date, $85; The Livermore Amador Valley Garden taking reservations for full tables and ber 21st and 22nd at the Veteran Hall Appearing will be, from left, Kevin Young, Huck Flyn, at the door (if available) $90. Make checks Club will meet on Thursday, September Cabanas (for corporate sponsors) at in Pleasanton. The show is open 10 payable to: Amador High ’68 Reunion; Send 12, 7:00pm at Alisal School's multipurpose and Dave Salisbury. to: 1435 Heidelberg Drive, Livermore, CA room, 1454 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. www.astarrynight.org. Contact Event a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. Admission 94550 Please include email address, email Bethallyn Black will speak on "Late Season Chair Tina Case 925-519-0669 or is free. Live demonstrations, hand- address of other classmates, and friend us Fruits for Fall Gardens." Visitors are welcome [email protected] for information. crafted works of art. For information Sunol Golf Club to Host Stand on Facebook and refreshments will be served. For more Cat Show, the Golden Gate Cat Club is contact Joel Ellioff (Show Chairman) at Danville-Alamo-Walnut Creek Ameri- information call Bev at 485-7812. having its annual show at Robert [email protected] or (510) 537- Up Comedy Night can Association of University Women 2nd annual Horse Faire, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. (AAUW) membership brunch will be on Sat- to 5 p.m. hosted by Tri-Valley Trailblaz- Livermore Community Center, 4444 9463 or go to tri-valleycarvers.com Headliner Huck Flyn will be performing at the Sunol Val- urday, September 21 from 9:30 am to 12:30 ers and Reins in Motion Foundation. Free East Ave., Livermore, on Aug. 31, 9 Pleasanton Harvest Festival, Sep- pm at Crow Canyon Country Club 711 Silver admission and free parking. Fundraiser to a.m. to 5 p.m. Young cat lovers will be tember 20-22 at the Alameda County ley Golf Club on Sat. Aug. 31 for a night of stand up comedy. Lake Drive, Danville. Walnut Creek Mayor benefit Reins in Motion, an adaptive riding invited to bring their favorite stuffed or Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. Largest Flyn, who was born in Los Angeles, began comedy one Cindy Silva who is also a member, will talk center, that serves special needs children as toy kitty from home. The toy kitties will indoor arts and crafts show on the night at an East Bay comedy club when he brought his guitar about “Women at the Local (Elected) Level: well as Veterans through horse therapy and Making a Difference.” Details are at http:// riding. Special 6 hour sensory clinic with be judged in a special ring for ribbons. West Coast, offering over 24,000 hand- on stage. He quickly became known as the "Rock N' Roll daw-ca.aauw.net. As a second term mayor Susan Docktor (proactivehorsemanship@ Rescue cats available for adoption. made gifts. Items include original art, Comedian." Flyn's brand of humor parodies many popular of Walnut Creek, Silva brings an informed gmail.com). Free horse demonstrations in 934-3471 for information. jewelry, blown glass, textiles, specialty but no nonsense approach to the business of therapeutic riding, saddle fitting, etc. Food, 148th Scottish Highland Gathering & foods, home decor and much more. songs from past and present. Flyn has opened for Saturday running one of the county’s most flourishing artists, gifts, pony rides, music, petting Games, Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, 8:30 a.m. Throughout the weekend there is live Night Live alumni Dana Carvey and Rob Schneider, as well cities. Prospective members are welcome zoo and more. Vendors and sponsors still as comedy legend Paula Poundstone. and may contact Liz at 648-5163 for details needed. Sponsor Contact: Diane Wishart to 6 p.m. Alameda County Fairgrounds entertainment, strolling performers, or with any further questions. 925-895-8445 [email protected]. in Pleasanotn. Presented by the artist demonstrations and a hands-on Featured in the show is Kevin Young. Young, a 15-year Dress a Girl Around the World, Vendor Contact: Barbara Hoffman 510-589- Caledonian Club of San Francisco. KidZone offering arts and crafts comedy veteran, has worked with Mark Curry ("Hanging meetings once a month, next Sew-Fest is 2572 or [email protected]. For 30 pipe bands. World Championship activities. Partnered with the Alameda with Mr. Cooper), Dat Phan (Last Comic Standing original Saturday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. more information & registration forms visit: Heavy Events + Amateur, Women's & County Community Food Bank to offer Augustine Hall, Livermore. Help is needed www.ReinsInMotion.com or www.TriVal- Masters Invitational. Western Highland $2 off admission to anyone who brings winner) and Robin Williams. He took part in the prestigious sewing, ironing, cutting. (Those planning to leyTrailBlazers.com San Francisco International Stand Up Comedy Competition stay all day should bring a bag lunch.) There Tri-Valley Grassroots Projects to stop Dancing Championships. Living His- a non-perishable food donation. Call is a lot of fabric and pillowcases, so there Climate Change, Wed., Sept. 18, 6:30 p.m. tory - Mary Queen of Scots, Highland or visit www.harvestfestival.com or twice and performed in front of a sold-out crowd of 1,600 are many kits ready to sew. Those who can’t private residence, 7065 Inclined Pl., Dublin. Warriors, Roman Legion & Invading 800-346-1212 at the MountBleu Resort in Lake Tahoe. make the Sew-Fest but would like to sew, Organizing for Action climate teams will Vikings. Gathering of Clans. Celtic 2013 Wine Country Summer Luncheon please arrange for kits that can be sews at report and plan. New teams and new team Hosting the show is Dave Salisbury. Salisbury, who began home. Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352- members welcome. We currently have small Heritage - Fiddling, Harping & Singing. Series, Sept. 26, 11:30 a.m. Wente as a DJ at a radio station in San Luis Obispo, relocated to 8447 or [email protected] teams to advocate for Dublin, San Ramon, Horse Team. Five-A-Side Soccer, Rugby Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Santa Cruz and performs regularly at the San Jose Improv. Amador Valley High School Class of and Danville to go 100% renewable. Further & Shinty Tournament. Whisky tasting. Speaker to be announced. Livermore 1983 reunion, Sat., Sept. 28, 5:30 to 1 p.m. discussion on the programs which can make British food & drink. 5 buildings with Valley Chamber of Commerce. Reser- The comedy show at Sunol Valley Golf Club begins at at Barone's Restaurant, 475 St. John's St., this happen. Contact Eloise at hamanne@ 100 + Vendors. www.TheScottish- vations, 447-1606. 8:00 p.m. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the comedy show Pleasanton. $70. email Kim (Horan) Revel comcast.net at [email protected] for information. Paws in the Park, Valley Humane Games.com Splatter, Sat., Sept. 21, noon to 8 p.m. are $25. Dinner and the show tickets are $50. Other events include Friday night Casual Society’s charity dog walk and animal Harvest Wine Celebration, Sept. 1 and Emerald Glen Park, corner of Tassajara Sunol Valley Golf Club 6900 Mission Rd. Sunol, CA gathering for classmates at The HopYard festival. Scheduled for Sunday, September 2, area wineries offer wine tasting, Road and Central Parkway, Dublin. 94586 Call (925) 862-2408 for tickets. Ale House at 7:30 p.m. (3015 Hopyard Rd., 22, 2013, the 3rd annual Paws in the Pleasanton); Saturday afternoon a round Park offers animal lovers a fun, dynamic, THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 11

easy way to support the rescue, care, and Pleasanton Library’s Project Read cril-online.org. All services are free. North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services 10:20. Bible Basics Class, which explores are invited to attend with their mother adoption of Tri-Valley dogs and cats. The needs volunteer tutors to help adults with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult the main teachings of the Bible, meets at or grandmother. Class starts on Sept. 12 walk begins at 10 am at Amador Valley English skills. Project Read provides the Illness), Tri-Valley Parent Resource and Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday 7:00 Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email and continues each week on Thursdays at Community Park in Pleasanton, followed by workbooks and study guides as well as Support Group is a twice-a-month parent school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday [email protected] for more info. 9:30-11:30am until May 15, 2014. Contact a free, family-friendly community celebra- teaching volunteers how to develop teaching support group for parents with children to at 7 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 Sherri at 925-399-5074 or email sherri. tion until 4 pm. Walkers are encouraged to skills, craft curriculum, and gain experience. age 18 diagnosed with or suspected of hav- p.m. 449-3824. East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. [email protected] for more information or to register early at valleyhumane.org and get a Volunteers should be at least 18 years ing bipolar or other mood disorders. It meets United Christian Church, celebrating trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for register to attend. good start on collecting donations to help the old, and fluent in American English and First and third Tuesdays of each month 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. The Story 9 to 10:00 a.m.. Worship Service Well Community Outreach Center animals. Registration fees include a t-shirt be able to devote a consistent hour or two from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at Pathways at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. ministry provides meats, canned and dry and goody bag, and cost $25 for individuals, weekly to a student for a semester. For more To Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge Dr., Suite morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program Philosophers’ Café/Culture Chat, goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only $40 for couples, and $10 for youth age 12 information, email PennyJohnson@Cityof- #114, Pleasanton. The group is drop-in, on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The an informal gathering to discuss ideas. available prior to the start of the school and under, ARF alumni dogs with guardian, PleasantonCa.gov, or call Penny Johnson, no registration required and is free. Suzi community is welcome. United CC is an Café Rumi, 4799 Heyer Ave., Castro Valley. year). Those with an immediate need or who and “virtual” walkers. Children age 12 and 925/931-3405. Glorioso by phone: (925) 443-1797 or by Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 Philosophers’ Café/Culture Chat is an activ- would like to donate nonperishable food under who do not wish to receive a t-shirt Castlemont Reunion Picnic, All e-mail: [email protected] for more information. ity of the Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, a Secular items, please call the office at (925) 479- may also register for free. Afternoon animal classes, no host picnic 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- Humanistic Jewish community, but is open 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday and festival, featuring pet-friendly vendors, Sat., Sept. 7 at the Alameda County Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday to the entire community. (Non-members Friday 10:00am - 3:00pm, and Thursday canine demonstrations like rally/obedience Fairgrounds, Country Plaza, Pleasanton. support organization based in Livermore. school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 are asked to donate $5 per session.) For 4:00pm - 6:30pm. Pick up by appointment and Frisbee, performing dogs, pet contests, Enter through gate 12. BBQ pits and tables S.A.M. has been in operation since January a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. information, please contact (925) 240-5612. only. The Outreach Center will be open every children’s activities, music, and fabulous will be provided. Bring own charcoal, food 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 Unity of Tri-Valley Church, Sunday 4th Saturday to distribute bags from Fresh gourmet food truck fare. valleyhumane.org and drinks (no glass, please). $5 entrance support of deployed troops. Preparation Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, services are at 10:00 a.m.; all are welcome. and Easy Market and Sprouts. This will be Free Diabetes Self-Management fee on site includes parking. Free to current of comfort packages takes place every services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Ongoing small groups, weekly activities, on a first come first serve basis between Classes. This 7 week series will teach members of the Castlemont Alumni Assoc. other week - all year long. Providing morale a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. choir, classes, and Children's church. 9875 11:00am to 12:30pm. 2333 Nissen Drive, how to manage diabetes through exercise, Details, contact Greg Hickey (56) at 461- support for those deployed. All information org/ All are welcome. Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley (2 miles Livermore. healthy eating (including the foods you love) 1381 or [email protected]. provided is confidential and is not shared The deaf community is invited to west of Stoneridge Mall). (925) 829-2733, Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement), and medications, and answer all questions Bereaved Mothers' Network of the for security purposes. To submit a name worship at First Presbyterian Church in www.trivalleyunity.com Rev. Karen Epps. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews (TVCJ) will hold about living with diabetes. Thursdays Sept. Tri-Valley, offering support, understanding and address, inquire about donations or Livermore, where ASL translation will be Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 Secular observances on Saturday, Sep- 5 through Oct,. 17, 1:00 -12:00 Pleasanton and compassion to mothers who have suf- helping, please visit www.operationsam.org, provided every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don tember 14 from 2 - 5 p.m. at the Bothwell Senior Center. Class is open to adults of fered the loss (past or present) of a precious email [email protected] or call church is located on the corner of 4th and & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday Center, 2466 8th St. between I and H near all ages (not just Seniors) with pre diabetes child. Safe, confidential, non-judgmental 925 443-7620 for more information and the L streets. 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 downtown Livermore. The program consists or type 2 diabetes. Please call the Alameda environment. Monthly meeting held at 7 P.M. calendar of events. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday of non-religious readings in English and County Diabetes Program at 510-383-5185 on the first Tuesday of the month. Livermore Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for Worship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary music, followed by participatory workshops to register. Space is limited. Civic Center Library in Community Room RELIGION all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., aged children go to Kid’s Church following and a non-religious memorial ceremony. New After School Program, Dublin "B." Small voluntary donations to help with First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible worship, nursery available; Wednesday 7 Suggested donation is $10 per adult for High School, Mon-Fri. 3-6pm daily schedule: meeting and outreach costs are appreciated. Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory p.m. - Back to the Point Bible Study; all those who are not members of TVCJ. (No homework club, leadership training, tutoring, For further information reach Katie Strube at Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call ages; Friday 7 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in charge for children.) We will be collecting academic enrichment class. The courses [email protected]. Service in the Sanctuary and children’s office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. the dining hall; 925-449-4848. canned and boxed goods for the food bank. include Math, Computer, Sciences, English, Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open program. For more information www.fpcl.us Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. Lynnewood United Methodist Church, Tri-ValleyCulturalJews.org. Chinese. visit www.royalacademyusa.org or to new and established residents of the or 925-447-2078. Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Summer Sun- Jewish Culture School, Tri-Valley call 925-265-8591 Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut 6 p.m. Sunday school or Bible study for day worship at 9:30 am with childcare and Cultural Jews is holding an informational Livermore-Amador Genealogical first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at Sunday school. Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer, meeting and bagel brunch on Sunday, Society will meet on Tuesday, September on the second Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages 3:30 p.m. Wednesday nights there is adult minister. All are welcome. www.lynnewood. September 8 at 10:30 a.m. where those 10, 7:30 pm at Congregation Beth Emek, Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Bible study at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for org, 925 846-0221. interested can learn about the history 3400 Nevada Ct., Pleasanton. Lisa Gorrell family activities, and monthly adult socials. worship service. AWANA children's program youth, and children's choir for kids. Child Centerpointe Church, 3410 Corner- and practices of Secular Jews, hear about will present the topic: Using City Directories. Information, call 925-215-8405 or visit Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. care during all events. 447-1848, www. stone Court, Pleasanton. Services: 9 a.m. Jewish Culture School for children and meet City Directories give information about a www.PleasantonNewcomers.com Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. trinitylivermore.org. blended with choir and band. Childcare members of the organization. There will resident’s address and occupation, but A Starry Night in the Caribbean, Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas offered for infants through age 6 and be activities for children while the parents many have lots of other information. She fund-raiser hosted by Pleasanton North Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following children start in the worship service. 10:40 meet. Please let us know you're coming, so currently is the President of the Contra Costa Rotary, Sun., Sept. 21, 4:30 to 10 p.m. at Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.org the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 a.m. contemporary worship led by a band. we can make sure we have plenty of food! County Genealogical Society, Recording Sec- Barone's Restaurant, 475 St. John's Place, Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire Sunday school for children and middle- Call us at 925 485 1049 or email reserva- retary for the California Genealogical Society, Pleasanton. Includes no host cocktail recep- Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Information La Scola at 447-9800. schoolers. www.centerpointechurch.org [email protected]. volunteer with the Contra Costa Historical tion with appetizers, live steel drum music, 931-1055. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 925-846-4436. Women's Conference, CrossWinds Society’s archives at the History Center silent auction, buffet dinner live auction Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 Church (6444 Sierra Court, Dublin) is in Martinez. She enjoys giving genealogy and raffle drawing, music and dancing and the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- at 10 a.m. For details please see www. Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. hosting Kelly Minter for a one-day Women's presentation and writing about her family Mike Darby's cigar bar. $100 per person tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 925-227- Conference, "Living Beyond Your Walls," on two blogs: “Mam-ma’s Southern Family” until Sept. 1. Dress is resort formal. Now Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or (831) 278-1916. 1301. www.thecrossing.org Saturday, October 5, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm. and “My Trails into the Past." Visitors are taking reservations for full tables and EastBaySecularJews.org. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Meet- Kelly Minter's message is based on the book always welcome. For addition information Cabanas (for corporate sponsors) at www. First Church of Christ, Scientist, Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on ing at Altamont Creek Elementary School, of Nehemiah. Special Guest Artist Staci contact Program Chairperson at program@ astarrynight.org. Contact Event Chair Tina Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Chil- 6500 Garraventa Ranch Road, Livermore. Frenes will be singing songs from her new L-AGS.org. Case 925-519-0669 or [email protected] Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is dren’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 Services at 10:00 a.m. album "Everything You Love Comes Alive.” Arthritis/Chronic Pain Support for information. held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church a.m. All are most welcome to come and Cedar Grove Community Church, Women's conference fee just $40 (includes Group, Wednesdays, 4 to 5 p.m. Asbury Alameda County Master Gardeners and reading room are located at Third and worship with us and to enjoy our hospitality. 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship lunch). Group rates are available by con- Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Liver- are on hand on the 2nd Saturday of every N Streets. The Reading Room, which is For more information call the church office Services 9 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. www. tacting the church office at 925-560-3800. more. Information, contact Barbara 503- month to give advice and guided tours of the open to the public, features books, CDs and 925-462-4802. cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. For more information, contact Leslie Will, 449-3861, or email [email protected]. Free Earth-Friendly Demonstration Garden. Talks magazines for sale. For information, call St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church [email protected]. Visit www. will donations accepted toward room rent. start at 10:00. Topics are: Sept. 14, autumn (925) 447-2946. 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Summer Sunday (1928 Book of Common Prayer), 193 crosswindschurch.org to register or for more ClutterLess (CL) is a nonprofit, blooming perennials/planting for fall color, Sunset Community Church, 2200 Ar- services with Rev. Joyce Parry-Moore, Contractors Avenue, Livermore. Sunday information. peer-based, self-help, support group for inviting birds for autumn - see production royo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service Rector: 9:30 am Eucharist with music (child services: 8:45 am (Low Mass) and 10 am Divorce Care, offered Mon., Sept. 23 people with difficulty discarding unwanted trees they love; Oct. 12, best drought resis- at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children's church care for children 5 and under provided). (High Mass with Sunday School). Other Holy through Dec. 16, on 13 Mondays. Each Mon- possessions. Meeting 7 p.m. Mondays at the tant secret - bulbs; and Nov. 9, composting provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday The two service schedule, Godly Play and Days as announced. For information, call day night a video will be shown featuring St. Mary & St. John Coptic Orthodox Church. ABCs. Talks begin at 10 a.m.; topics may of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night Youth Group programs will resume on msg. center at 925/906-9561. experts on the topic at hand. A workbook Room 7, 4300 Mirador Drive, Pleasanton. be subject to change. The Demonstration program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, September 8. Summer Light workshops, Thursday is used to facilitate discussion. There is a Just come or call a volunteer at 925-525- Garden is located at the Martinelli Event call 447-6282. Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm. Led by Rev. Karen charge of $25 for the workbook and other 3992 or 925-200-1943 or visit www.Clutter- Center, 3575 Greenville Road in Livermore. Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday East Avenue, Livermore, worship service Epps, 7567 Amador Valley Blvd., #120, materials. The group is sponsored by Valley Less.org. No meetings on holidays. Meeting Information, 930-1130. Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are wel- Dublin. Love offering basis. More informa- Bible Church, but will meet at the home of free, optional $2 to $5 appreciated. Community Resources for Indepen- more. Information, 447-8840. come. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) tion: [email protected] (925) 829- Mark Porter, 3449 Byron Court, Pleasanton , Creek Cleanup Day, The City of dent Living (CRIL) offers services to help Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, Little Brown Church, United Church 2733, press 1. See www.trivalleyunity.com 7-9 pm each Monday night. Preregistration Dublin's Environmental Services Division people with disabilities and supports them 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 for a complete list of all the Summer Light is required. Call or E-mail Mark Porter (925- invites participation in its Annual Creek to live independently and participate in their a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. workshops under Services and Classes. 846-9693) ([email protected]). Cleanup Day, on Saturday, September 14, community for as long as they are willing adult Bible study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Grief workshop, eight-week series from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This year, four and able to do so. CRIL maintains offices in worship (informal). For information, call Pathway Community Church, 6533 Palomino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. of workshops covering all aspects of the creeks will be cleaned up - Tassajara Creek Hayward, Fremont and Livermore to provide 925-447-1246. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick grieving process. St. Elizabeth Seton Church, (At Emerald Glen Park), Alamo Canal (by the information and referrals and provide Asbury United Methodist Church, Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, Community Bible Study (CBS) 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton. Eight Civic Center), Alamo Creek (by Alamo Creek community education at senior centers and 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. adult programs. Biblically based practical Women’s class of Pleasanton will study the Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm. September Park) and South San Ramon Creek (behind affordable housing complexes to residents Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. messages, nondenominational. All are book of Romans this fall. The CBS program 12th. through October 31st. Pre-registration Dublin High School). Meet at Emerald Glen of Southern Alameda County. The Tri-Valley Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. is a non-denominational Christian ministry is requested. Space is limited. A one-time Park at the group picnic area at 9:00 a.m. A office is located at 3311 Pacific Avenue, Services 10:30 a.m. 545 No. L Street org (925) 829-4793. consisting of individual Bible study, small fee of $15.00 donation is requested. These continental breakfast and light pizza lunch Livermore 94550 and can be reached by Livermore. (925) 447-4357 - www.calva- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, group discussions, a talk given by a trained sessions are open to all, regardless of will be provided. Please email ES@dublin. phone at (925) 371-1531, by FAX at (925) rylivermore.org. 486 S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Teaching Director, and monthly fellowship religious affiliation. Please call May Hagerty ca.gov to sign up, or call (925) 833-6650. 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril.tamayo@ St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 worship service. Bible Study/Sunday School activities. Children between birth and 10 at 925-846-5377 for more information 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013

Hope Hospice CEO Chosen to Serve on State Committee

Victoria Emmons, Hope neral Bureau advocates for Hospice CEO, has been consumer protection and selected to serve a two-year licensee compliance through The following local residents graduated from California Lu- term, from 2013 to 2015, on proactive education and theran University in May: Kelly Jensen of Livermore graduated the California Department of enforcement of laws and with a Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science; Tyler Rankin of Dublin graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Sci- Consumer Affairs’ Cemetery regulations of the death ence degree in computer information systems. and Funeral Bureau’s Advi- care industry. The focus sory Committee. of the Advisory Committee The American College of History and Legal Studies (ACHLS), “Consumer oversight of is to advise the Bureau as a the nation’s first college dedicated exclusively to the study of the industry is critical to as- whole, based on each mem- history, announced the graduates from its 2013 class. Catherine suring families receive the ber’s diverse experience and H. Guthrie of Livermore is among the nine graduates. best possible counsel as they education, concerning the All nine graduates were participants in the Early Admissions plan for end-of-life needs,” Bureau’s administration, To Law School Program and just completed their first year at Victoria Emmons Massachusetts School of Law (MSLAW). The Early Admission says Ms. Emmons. “I am regulation, licensing and program is a unique educational approach that allows students who pleased to be representing enforcement functions. Ad- earn 30 credits at ACHLS and achieve a GPA of 2.7 or higher in consumers on this important visory Committee members tance to the Bureau on issues ments, cemeteries and cre- their junior year to apply to MSLAW after their junior year. As advisory group.” provide important profes- related to the regulation of matories in California. a result, they not only receive their B.A. after the first year of law The Cemetery and Fu- sional and technical assis- school, they already have one year of law school under their belts. licensed funeral establish- The graduates will be honored in a ceremony on September 21, 2013, 10:00 a.m., at the Black Water Grill in Salem, NH.

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Army Cadet Kurt J. Cofer has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) Leader's Training Course at Fort Knox, Ky. The four-week course is a leadership internship for cadets that can lead to the ultimate goal of becoming an Army officer. College students experience and examine the Army without incurring an obligation to serve in the Army or ROTC, and are eligible to receive two-year college scholarship offers and attend the Advanced ROTC Course at their college. Cadets are observed and evaluated during classroom and field training exercises to determine their officer potential in leadership abilities and skills. The cadets are trained to have a sound under- standing of traditional leadership values during the challenging, motivating "hands-on" training. The training develops well- disciplined, highly motivated, physically conditioned students, and helps improve the cadets' self-confidence, initiative, leader- ship potential, decision making, and collective team cohesion. The cadets receive training in fundamental military skills, Army values, ethics, Warrior ethos, basic rifle marksmanship, small arms tactics, weapons training, drill and ceremony, communications, combat water survival training, rappelling, land navigation, and squad-level operations field training. Cofer is a student at Chapman University, Orange. He is the son of Al and Suzanne Cofer of Livermore. Cofer graduated in 2011 from Livermore High School. www.independentnews.com