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The Art of Jazz with a Dia de los French twist Muertos at Ashland Sun Gallery Cherryland 5K Fun Run Page 32 Page 40 Page 11 Scan for our FREE App or Search App Store for TCVnews 510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com October 15, 2019 Vol. 17 No. 42 High-energy pairing of classic rock and Broadway hits The show brings together three of Broadway’s brightest stars, including American Idol finalist LaKisha Jones continued on page 5 While there are many back stories to why Diwali is celebrated, victory of good over evil is the underlying theme. It is one of the most pious and joyous festivals among Indian celebrations. The word Diwali (or Deepavali as it’s sometimes called) means “row of lights” in Sanskrit, an ancient language of India. During this festive season, people decorate their homes with lights and oil lamps, called “diyas.” The festival lasts for five days; the exact dates change each BY JUI SADEKAR year and are determined by the position of the moon, but it PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY RITU MAHESHWARI usually falls between October Want to visit India? Here’s your chance to and November. SUBMITTED BY SUCY COLLAZO experience the colors, sounds, rhythms, and flavors Diwali also honors the of India right here in the Bay Area. With Diwali, Hindu goddess of wealth, PHOTOS BY OSCAR RODRIGUEZ also known as Festival of Lights, around the Lakshmi. The lights and lamps corner, it’s time to jazz up and spread a positive “Dia de los Muertos” is a celebration of the souls of those who have gone on before vibe in the community. continued on page 39 us—young and the old alike. And maybe, on special days, those souls come back for a brief visit. On Sunday, October 20, Mexico Tortilla Factory will hold their 10th celebration of Dia de los Muertos at Magnolia Plaza from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Thanks to sponsors Avanzando and LUNA, there will be lively entertainment throughout the day. On stage, Mariachi Los Lagos, Ollin Anahuac Aztec Dance Group, Shilling School Folklorico, Musick Folklorico, Salvador Vazquez on the harp, and Taiko drumming will appear. continued on page 32 INDEX Classified . 25 It’s a date. 21 Public Notices . 34 Community Bulletin Board 36 Kid Scoop . 18 Real Estate. 15 Arts & Entertainment . 21 Contact Us . 29 Mind Twisters . 10 Sports . 26 Bookmobile Schedule . 23 Editorial/Opinion . 29 Obituary . 30 Business . 8 Home & Garden. 13 Protective Services . 33 Page 2 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE October 15, 2019 Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both Dr. Dao cares for adult patients with a wide range men and women in the U.S. and around the world. of cardiovascular conditions, including arrhythmia, While risk factors for heart disease in men and women are cardiomyopathy, heart failure, coronary artery disease similar, there are important differences when it comes to and valvular heart disease. “It’s not unusual for women the warning signs women may experience and the critical with heart disease to present differently than men. amount of time it takes them to seek help. Educating They are more likely to have nonspecific symptoms such women about the signs of heart disease and tips for a as fatigue, dizziness and shortness of breath, instead of healthier lifestyle can go a long way to prolonging and classic signs like chest pressure and pain. For this reason, saving lives. women often discount their symptoms and wait to get Board-certified cardiologist, Catherine Dao, MD, Washington Township Medical Foundation medical help. These more subtle signs of heart disease will present a seminar on heart disease in board-certified cardiologist, Catherine Dao, MD, in women also make it difficult to diagnose, further women, Monday, Oct. 28, 6 to 8 p.m. will discuss risk factors, strategies for prevention and prolonging critical treatment.” treatment options at a free community seminar called, Women over 60 and those with a family history of “We want to make sure women in our community “Gender Matters: Heart Disease Risk in Women,” heart disease are more at risk. But by making changes to recognize the warning signs of heart disease and heart from 6 to 8 p.m., on Monday, Oct. 28. It will be held in their lifestyle and seeing their physician regularly, women attack so they can seek treatment earlier,” said Dr. Dao. the Conrad E. Anderson, MD, Auditorium, rooms A and can greatly improve their heart health and overall All residents of the area are welcome to attend the B, in the Washington West Building at 2500 Mowry Ave., well-being. Dr. Dao will address more of the behaviors “Gender Matters: Heart Disease Risk in Women” seminar. Fremont. This is the final installment in a six-part that lead to heart disease and offer practical preventive Registration is recommended but walk-ins are welcome. education series discussing women’s diseases and mental measures at the seminar. health challenges, and providing strategies for prevention To register, or for additional information, call and well-being. “Women tend to exhibit more of the risk factors for 800.963.7070 or visit www.whhs.com/events. Seminars heart disease,” noted Dr. Dao. “These include diabetes, may be televised on InHealth, a Washington Hospital The term heart disease is generally used to describe high blood pressure, mental stress, anxiety and depression. channel (Comcast Channel 78), and online at conditions related to the buildup of plaque on the walls A poor diet, physical inactivity and smoking also greatly www.whhs.com/inhealthtv. of our arteries. As plaque develops, the arteries narrow, increase the chances of heart problems.” making it difficult for blood to flow through the body. This can lead to a heart attack or stroke. “Women with Women are often the caregivers and managers of their heart disease are more likely to die than men,” said household, ensuring access to quality health care for their Dr. Dao. “We believe this is because heart disease in family members. But sometimes that means they are too women is often misdiagnosed and undertreated.” busy to pay attention to self-care and focus on themselves. 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 10/15/19 10/16/19 10/17/19 10/18/19 10/19/19 10/20/19 10/21/19 Aortic Valve Disease: Diabetes Matters: 12:00 PM Treatment Options 12:00 AM Colon Cancer Dining Out Around Women's Health Including TAVR The World through the Years: Diabetes Matters: Hepatitis B Mental Health 12:30 PM Screening is Key Diabetes Conversations 12:30 AM and Liver Cancer: Voices InHealth: Education Series: to Aging Well Prevention Early Detection Antimicrobial Stewardship Understanding Gastrointestinal and Treatment and Prevention Psychotic Disorders 1:00 PM Disorders 1:00 AM of Female Cancers How to Prevent Diabetes Health Fair: Financial Elder 1:30 PM Eat 4 Diabetes Care Washington Township 1:30 AM Abuse/Fraud Health Care Diabetes Matters: District Board Meeting Mental Health 2:00 PM Filipino Food October 9, 2019 Education Series: 2:00 AM Weight Management: Made Healthy Mental Wellness Washington Township Stopping the Madness Health Care 2:30 PM District Board Meeting Mental Health 2:30 AM Diabetes Matters: September 11, 2019 Washington Township Education Series: Diabetes & Polycystic Mental Health Women's Health Health Care Anxiety Disorders Ovarian Syndrome 3:00 PM Education Series: District Board Meeting Conference: Reclaiming 3:00 AM Diabetes Health Fair Family Support September 11, 2019 Family Caregiver Series: Your Confidence 2018: Diabetes Care Fatigue and Depression 3:30 PM 3:30 AM Caregiver Series: Caring for Someone Diabetes Matters: with Dementia or Other Latin Foods Medical-Related Memory Loss Vitamins & Supplements: Solutions for Weight 4:00 PM 4:00 AM How Useful Are They? Caregiver Series: Securing Mental Health Management Washington Township Care Preferences Education Series: Strategies to Reduce Sports Medicine Program: Health Care Through AHCD Crisis Intervention 4:30 PM the Risk of Cancer Why Does My District Board Meeting 4:30 AM Recurrence Shoulder Hurt? September 11, 2019 11th Annual Women's Updated Treatments 5:00 PM Health Conference: for Knee Pain & Arthritis Preventive Screenings: 5:00 AM Symptoms of Diabetes Matters: Patient's Playbook When and Why Digestive Health: Thyroid Problems Diabetes & Eyes are They Important? 5:30 PM What You Need Caregiver Series: Women's Health Conference: 5:30 AM to Know Chronic Kidney Food Pharmacy: Women's Health: Codependency Women & Stroke: Disease: FAQ Prescription for Colon Health Planning for Pregnancy and the Caregiver Are You at Risk? 6:00 PM 6:00 AM Diabetes Matters: Sick Feet? Diabetes and Your Heart Peripheral Vascular Wildfire Smoke Learn About the Signs Stress Disease: What You and Your Lungs: 6:30 PM Palliative Care Series: & Symptoms of Sepsis Management 6:30 AM Need to Know Do You Need to Worry? Interfaith Discussions Family Caregiver Series: on End of Life Topics Stop Diabetes Mindfulness Meditation 7:00 PM Before It Starts 7:00 AM for the Caregiver Diabetes Matters: Strategies to Help Asian Indian Cooking 7:30 PM Lower Your Cholesterol Washington Township 7:30 AM Palliative Care Series: and Blood Pressure Health Care Women's Health Conference: The Patient's Playbook Gender Matters: Why Atrial Fibrillation Endometriosis: Causes, How Can This Help Me? District Board Meeting Community Forum: (Afib) is More