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Mural dedication Student reveals ‘Hayward violinists Jesus Christ High Past and raise funds Superstar: Present’ for kids in an ancient need story for Page 40 modern times Page 39 Page 37 The newspaper for the new millennium 510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com November 12, 2013 Vol. 12 No. 46 Train of Lights PHOTOS BY prepare to fire up thousands of CASSANDRA BROADWIN holiday lights and set their annual “Train of Lights” chugging Clark Griswold (aka Chevy through the canyon. An im- Chase) has nothing on the Niles continued on page 17 Canyon Railway (NCRY) as they Recently, several prominent Tri-City citizens have passed away, taking with them an important weave in the tapestry of our community. Fortunately, they leave a legacy through their works and effect on friends, family and others they touched in life. Fremont resident and dance icon Yoko Young died October 29, 2013, but her spirit will continue to resonate throughout the community as an important and dynamic mosaic of interests and life experiences. Born in Tokyo, Japan, Yoko fell in love with dancing at age four when she saw the ballet Petrouchka. Beginning with Fujima (traditional Japanese dancing), she went on to study classical ballet under Sakiko Hirose of the Tokyo Bal- let, Madame Messers of the Bolshoi Ballet, Roy Tobias of the continued on page 39 BY: ANIKA DOKES “Self-esteem is the real magic wand that can form a child’s future. A child’s self-esteem affects every area of her existence, from friends she chooses, to how well she does academically in school, to what kind of job she gets, to even the person she chooses to marry.” —Stephanie Marston, The Magic of Encouragement. Many children from throughout the Bay Area come to OneChild every year to receive brand new items of clothing and school supplies. This is their time to feel welcome and an oppor- tunity to reinforce self-worth. OneChild, a non-profit organization in Fremont, was founded by Bernadine (Bernie) Dutra 12 years ago to help unprivileged children in the community by providing new clothing and school supplies to improve their appearance and self-esteem, leading to success in life. Bernie’s motivation for establishing OneChild stems from her childhood; being poor, wearing dirty clothing and enduring taunts from other kids. Bernie says, “I had no self-es- teem at all – none - until I was age 37.” When her husband, John, decided to open his own real estate office, he needed Bernie’s help. “He would drop me off at work in the morning - about 6 a.m. - and I would pray that nobody would come in until John got there.” As John helped her under- continued on page 18 INDEX Classified. 28 Kid Scoop . 29 Sports . 30 Subscribe . 15 Arts & Entertainment . 21 Community Bulletin Board . 32 Mind Twisters . 28 Contact Us . 27 Obituary . 23 Bookmobile Schedule . 22 Editorial/Opinion . 27 Protective Services . 8 Business . 12 It’s a date . 21 Public Notices. 32 Page 2 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE November 12, 2013 The best way to control eye damage is to control the diabetes itself through diet, exercise and other strategies overseen by a physician. “We can treat eyes that are damaged but we can’t reverse the damage so controlling the diabetes is the very best action any person with diabetes can take,” Dr. Hundal said. Diabetics often have poor circulation in their feet, caused by the same damage to Learn From the Experts on How to small blood vessels that impact the eyes and kidneys, according to Dr. Kilaru. Manage the Disease Dr. Kilaru urges diabetics to examine their feet daily for any breaks in the skin, no n estimated 100,000 individuals may want to know more about diabetes matter how small and to have regular checks in Alameda County have Type 1 and how to live a healthy life style. by a physician or podiatrist. Keeping to a or Type 2 diabetes but many more Speakers include Dr. Sarbjit Hundal, proscribed diet is essential, he added, noting mayA be unaware they have the disease. Un- ophthalmologist, and Dr. Prasad Kilaru, that rising blood sugar often indicates an in- treated, diabetes can lead to kidney failure, plastic surgeon and medical director at the fection in the body. One in four diabetics vision problems, heart and circulatory issues Washington Center for Wound Healing run the risk of a foot ulcer which, if un- and a host of complications that exacerbate and Hyperbaric Medicine. Heading up treated, can lead to amputation. other health problems. the cooking demonstration will be Anna “Prevention is essential,” Dr. Kilaru On Saturday, November 23, Washing- Mazzei, registered dietitian and certified Anna Mazzei (above) , a registered dietitian at Wash- said. “Monitor your circulation; if you ington Hospital, will conduct a healthy cooking ton Hospital will host a free Diabetes diabetes educator, and Alfredo Macias, a demonstration at the upcoming Diabetes Health Fair have a wound, make sure you have it Health Fair that will include diabetes Washington Hospital chef. on Saturday, November 23. The event will also fea- treated. Catch it in the early stages. Never screenings for blood glucose and choles- With diabetes, the body cannot properly ture free screenings and expert speakers. The event give up. Treatment at any stage is impor- terol, and presentations by physicians spe- convert sugar from food into energy, causing begins at 9 a.m. and will be held in the Conrad E. An- tant; it may save your life.” derson M.D. Auditorium located at 2500 Mowry Av- cializing in diabetes and management of sugar levels in the blood and urine to rise. enue (Washington West) in Fremont. To register, visit the disease. Additionally, cooking demon- The complications of diabetes can be serious, www.whhs.com/event or call (800) 963-7070. strations will illustrate how to manage and those complications can start very early. Get the Scoop on Diabetes your diet with diabetes and still have deli- Most complications stem from changes in “Prevention is the number one key to To learn more about diabetes cious meals. Participants will have an op- the blood vessels and nerves that affect vari- maintaining good eyesight for diabetes pa- management, plan to attend the portunity to speak to diabetes specialists ous parts of the body, including the eyes, kid- tients. Seeing your physician regularly and Washington Hospital Diabetes with individual questions. Lunch will be neys, heart and limbs. having your eyes checked annually is essen- Health Fair on Saturday, November 23 provided free of charge. Dr. Hundal and Dr. Kilaru emphasize tial,” Dr. Hundal said. beginning at 9 a.m. The fair will take The Health Fair will be held from 9 that active management of the disease is “Diabetes is basically an illness of the place in the Conrad E. Anderson M.D. a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Conrad E. Anderson, essential to prevent dangerous complica- small blood vessels,” Dr. Hundal ex- Auditorium, located at 2500 Mowry M.D., Auditorium, located in the Wash- tions common to the diabetes. Diet, exer- plained. “This is why it primarily affects a Avenue (Washington West) in ington West building, 2500 Mowry Av- cise and managing blood sugar levels are patient’s kidneys, extremities and vision. Fremont. Register online at enue, Fremont. Participants are welcome essential — as are preventative measures Diabetes damages the inner lining of small www.whhs.com or call (800) 963-7070. to come for the entire morning’s events or relating to circulatory problems in the eyes blood vessels (capillaries) which then are Visit www.whhs.com/diabetes for to drop in as time allows. The Health Fair and extremities. unable to properly circulate blood to the more information. is open to everyone who may have the dis- Dr. Hundal will discuss how diabetes eye. Eventually, this leads to the eyes dry- ease as well as friends and family members affects eyesight and how, unchecked, the ing out, the capillaries leaking and damag- — and to anyone in the community who disease can lead to blindness. ing the eyes.” InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY 11/12/13 11/13/13 11/14/13 11/15/13 11/16/13 11/17/13 11/18/13 12:00 PM 12:00 AM Movement Disorders, Strengthen Your Back! Heel Problems and Minimally Invasive Hip Sidelined by Back Pain? Disaster Preparedness Parkinson's Disease, Learn to Improve Your 12:30 PM Treatment Options Replacement Tremors and Epilepsy Back Fitness Get Back in the Game 12:30 AM Vitamins and Supplements - How Useful Are They? 1:00 PM Minimally Invasive 1:00 AM Treatment for Common Women's Health Women's Health Gynecologic Conditions Conference: Can Voices InHealth: Healthy Minimally Invasive Surgery Women's Health Conference: Age Conference: Age 1:30 PM Lifestyle Reduce the Risk Pregnancy for Lower Back Disorders Women's Health Appropriate Screenings Appropriate Screenings 1:30 AM Conference: Aging of Cancer? Gracefully Deep Venous 2:00 PM Thrombosis 2:00 AM Strengthen Your Back! Treating Infection: Learn Learn to Improve Your 2:30 PM About Sepsis Back Fitness Don't Let Back Pain 2:30 AM Washington Township Washington Township Sideline You Washington Township Health Care District Health Care District Your Concerns InHealth: Health Care District 3:00 PM Board Meeting Board Meeting Senior Scam Prevention Board Meeting 3:00 AM October 9th, 2013 October 9th, 2013 Minimally Invasive October 9th,