VOLUME L, NUMBER 23 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 Car-sharing Comes to Pleasanton By Ron McNicoll If the 15 cars are booked organization based in San The cars will be based between 10 and 15 cars are City CarShare, Toyota frequently, more can be add- Francisco. in "pods" in parking lots taken out of service. and Hacienda Business Park ed later, which could bring Paxson said that the cars equipped with electrical The vehicles are ready to are combining to provide the total as high as 30 cars, also will be convenient for chargers. go into service. However, employees with a fleet of 15 said Mike Harrington, City the 4000 residents who live Harrigan said that Toyota arrangements still must be electric vehicles that can be CarShare's electric vehicle in Hacienda Park. However, looks at the new fleet as an made with various business- Find Out What's rented on an hourly basis. program manager. There are any CityCarShare member experiment for its electri- es to establish pod locations. The project is expected to also plans to locate a pod at can rent one, so the option is cal vehicles in a car-share Happening start by the end of July, and the East Dublin/Pleasanton open to Pleasanton residents situation. City CarShare and Check Out Section A is scheduled to last for three BART station. outside Hacienda. Hacienda like the program Section A is filled with years. The results will be All cars would be booked The fleet will be ideal for because it encourages more information about arts, studied by UC Berkeley for in advance through CityCar- employees who commute people to get out of their Final Delta people, entertainment and its impact as an environmen- Share via phone, computer to Hacienda on BART, and cars, leading to a cleaner special events. There are tally sustainable program, web page, or smart phone need a car for only a couple environment. Report education stories, a variety of features, and the arts and said James Paxson, general app. Renters must be mem- of hours to attend a business- Harrigan said that a study entertainment and bulletin manager of the Hacienda bers of CityCarShare, which related meeting or luncheon, showed that for every car- Tells Costs board. Park Owners Association. is an 11-year-old non-profit said Paxson. share vehicle put into use, By Ron McNicoll The final report on the Bay Delta Conservation Plan (BDCP) for environ- mental restoration and water Scientist Takes supply reliability provides a more specific outline of Top Honors costs than past discussions In Flame of the plan. Released on May 29, Challenge the plan shows that it will What is time? How cost $19.7 billion in today's would you explain it to a dollars to build the capital 5th grader? improvements to implement Nick Williams, a retired the plan. Some $14.5 billion engineer and science pre- of the total amount would be senter from Lawrence Liver- for water facilities construc- more National Laboratory tion, including two 35-mile not only has done a fine job tunnels that would convey of conveying the concept fresh water under the Delta of time to 11 year olds, and deliver it to pumping he’s being recognized for it. stations in the south Delta. Williams took top honors in Another $4.1 billion the written category of The would be spent on building Flame Challenge, a global wetlands and other protec- science contest run by the tions for fish and plants in Alan Alda Center for Com- the Delta. There would be municating Science at Stony $1.1 billion spent for various Brook University, and actor, conservation measures. science aficionado Alda. Water would travel to the The contest challenges South Bay Aqueduct, just as scientists to explain com- it does now. However, be- plex scientific principles in cause it would be encased in simple terms so they could the tunnels, the water would be clearly understood by a not pick up the saltiness 5th grade student. In 2012 and pollution that the Delta the question put to scientists Photo - Doug Jorgensen contributes to the fresh river was “What is a flame?” This The Amador Valley High School baseball team celebrated after defeating De La Salle 3 to 1 to capture the North water that is the source for year the question was “What water contractors, say BDCP is time?” Coast Section (NCS) Division I title. It was the third win this season for Amador Valley over the No. 2 seed Spartans participants. “I put myself in one (19-8), the defending NCS champions. The title is the first for Amador Valley (18-10) since 2010. Amador Valley The South Bay Aque- of my 5th grade students’ reached the championship round with a 9-7 victory over top ranked Granada High School. duct is the conveyance that shoes,” Williams said about carries water to wholesaler his winning entry. “What Zone 7 Water Agency in the I wrote is an off-the-cuff Valley, and to water districts response, not relying on Discussion to Focus on Future of Education in Fremont and San Jose. the Web or digging through On June 8, thought lead- Rock the Rebuild, an organi- ogy, Entertainment and De- topics as new educational Zone 7 is one of 29 state time-related research. The ers, entrepreneurs, authors, zation of young adult musi- sign), which began in 1984 paradigms based on current water contractors, and relies explanation is what made artists, innovators and local cians looking to help those to bring together experts in research, time-tested and on the state project to supply sense to me, and what I educators will share ideas in need; to Laurie Bodine, the three areas. The TEDx new tools, as well as innova- 80 percent of its water. thought a 5th grader could on how children should be founder of START Leader- event -- one of the foun- tive practices from around Operation and mainte- understand at this ‘time’ in taught in the 21st century ship. She advises Fortune dation's locally organized the world. nance costs over the plan's his/her science education.” during a TEDx Livermore 500 companies, start-ups, conferences, will gather Rosalind Hamar, TEDx- 50-year permit is expected The creation of the Flame event with the theme “Creat- non-profits and schools on speakers from areas includ- Livermore organizer and to be $4.8 billion. Challenge began with an ing our Future: Innovate + strategic planning, innova- ing science, technology, Head of School at Valley Some 68 percent of the event Alda recalls from his Educate." tion and leadership devel- the arts and philanthropy to Montessori, said, “TEDx- revenue to pay for the proj- childhood. When he was The all day event will opment. discuss the intersection of Livermore will ignite the ect would come from water 11 years old, he posed a feature live and video pre- Las Positas College is education and innovation. conversation between inno- rate payers, the 25 million complex question to his sentations. A diverse line- hosting the event under the Included in the day's vators and educators from a customers statewide who teacher, “What is a flame?” up of speakers ranges from auspices of TED (Technol- discussions will be such (See DISCUSSION, page 5) (See DELTA, page 5) but was not satisfied with the answer (“It’s oxidation”). The teacher’s response did not explain, or satisfy, his Dreammakers and curiosity. Alda, a visiting professor of journalism at Risktakers Recognized Stony Brook, has been an advocate for the clear com- Dreamers take risks in sored the event that honors munication of science and order to turn their visions the innovators around the collaborated with Stony into reality. Tri-Valley. Brook to institute the Flame That was the message Chamber Board presi- Challenge. behind the Livermore Val- dent Jay Davis commented, Nearly 20,000 students ley Chamber of Commerce's "There is an amazing wealth judged the entries, includ- annual Dreammakers and of innovators in the Valley." ing kids from Europe, Asia, Risktakers Luncheon. Inno- The Heavy Element Africa, Australia, South vation Tri-Valley co-spon- (See LUNCHEON, page 4) America and 38 states in America. Alda awarded the 2013 Flame Challenge win- County Fine-tuning ners at the World Science (See CHALLENGE, page 10) Solar Policy Draft A focus on encouraging includes most of the urban urban rooftop solar pro- unincorporated area. duction in unincorporated Haggerty suggested giv- areas of Alameda County, ing solar developers the flex- and allowing a cash in-lieu ibility to pay cash rather than fee instead of land mitiga- mitigate the loss of prime Photo - Doug Jorgensen tion for rural solar panels agricultural land due to the Pictured learning the techiques of drywall are Mckenna Crawford and Billy Gao. has emerged from Alameda placement of solar arrays. County Supervisors. The cash could be used The board's Transporta- to support a county fund that tion and Planning Commit- would encourage roof solar tee met June 3 and reviewed development in urban areas, Learning the ABCs of Construction the continuing evolution of a explained Haggerty's chief By Carol Graham sociated Builders and Con- training facility is barely draft policy on solar power. of staff, Shawn Wilson. “We’re a bit of a well- tractors, Northern California visible to passersby. Yet The panel's two members Haggerty also suggested kept secret, but that’s some- Chapter (ABC NorCal). inside the facility, plenty is are Scott Haggerty and Nate that cash could be given to thing we’d like to change,” Tucked into a curve on going on. Miley. Haggerty's District the Tri-Valley Conservancy, BUNNIES AT PETSMART said Megan Kilkenny, Com- Las Positas Road, ABC ABC is a national asso- 1 contains most of the ru- which could use it to help munications Director of As- NorCal’s 26,000-square foot (See LEARNING, page 10) Meet Hank, our sweet little ral land. Miley's District 4 (See SOLAR, page 5) man. He’s young, intelligent and mischievous. He’s a PET OF THE WEEK perfect family bunny. Hank Garnet is a real treasure! With a white diamond pendant will be at an adoption event Inside on her chest that is set off nicely by her velvety black with 12+ bunnies. Stop by medium-length fur, the three-year-old feline would be this Saturday from 12-3 pm SECTION A Editorial...... 4 a beautiful addition to any setting. Take a peek at this at the Dublin PetSmart, 6960 Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 gem Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 am – 4 pm Amador Plaza Rd. 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Smith PAGE 2 - The Independent, JUNE 6, 2013 Staff Raises Included Committee to Consider Conservation Strategy inLARPD Draft Budget The first Public Advi- Conservation Strategy’s de- focal special-status species • Recommend key issues sory Committee meeting for velopment, will include spe- and sensitive habitats. to discuss during joint meet- The Livermore Area Rec- The capital improvement the East Alameda County cies experts with knowledge The Conservation Strate- ings with the Implementa- reation and Park District budget for 2013-2014 is Conservation Strategy - “A of East Alameda County, gy will not result in permits. tion Committee. Board of Directors held a $1,947,541, which repre- Blueprint for Biological Re- representatives from the Resource agencies have par- “The Fish and Wildlife Budget Workshop to go over sents a 47 percent reduction sources Conservation” will environmental community, ticipated in the development Service and the Department the operating and capital from the current fiscal year be held on June 13. development community, of plan with the intent that it of Fish and Wildlife applaud improvement budgets for because of the completion The East Alameda Coun- private landowner commu- becomes the blueprint for all the continuing effort to im- 2013-2014. of some larger projects, such ty Conservation Strategy nity, and mitigation banking mitigation and conservation plement the locally driven The budget includes the as the synthetic turf fields at is intended to provide an community. in the study area. conservation strategy for first pay increases for staff Robertson Park. Funding effective framework to pro- The meeting will be held The Public Advisory eastern Alameda County,” in several years. is identified for continued tect, enhance, and restore from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Re- Committee members will said Cay Goude, Assistant The proposed prelimi- work on restrooms and in- natural resources in eastern gional Meeting Room at share the following respon- Field Supervisor from the nary operating budget for terpretive nature education Alameda County, while im- Dublin City Hall, 100 Civic sibilities: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Ser- the coming fiscal year is for Sycamore Grove Park proving and streamlining the Plaza, Dublin, CA. It is open • Evaluate and make vice. “The Service and DFW balanced with revenues in addition to completing environmental permitting to the public. recommendations to the are currently implementing and expenditures totaling acquisition of additional process for impacts result- The completed strategy Implementation Committee the strategy at the project $15,996,541. The budget land for the open space park. ing from infrastructure and provides a baseline inven- concerning the effectiveness level and continue to par- includes a 3 percent cost-of- The budget also includes development projects. tory of biological resources of the Conservation Strategy ticipate in this collaborative living-adjustment increase upgrades to Ravenswood The meeting is a step and conservation priorities and its implementation. process.” for full-time staff, one-step Historic Site in conjunction forward implementing the to be utilized by local agen- • Review any new in- Those who would like to merit-based increases for with the City of Livermore. Conservation Strategy. cies and resource agencies formation and progress in be considered for the Public part-time staff with the em- Directors also took an The Public Advisory during project-level plan- implementation. Advisory Committee, please ployees paying an additional annual action to enable con- Committee, like the Users ning and environmental • Monitor progress to- send an e-mail or call Steve 1 percent of pension costs for tinued participation of the Advisory Group during the permitting. The plan in- ward achieving the conser- Stewart, EACCS Imple- full-time staff. retiree medical plan with the cludes a description in how vation goals and objectives mentation Coordinator at The preliminary budget Alameda County Employ- to avoid, minimize, and for each focal species in each scstewart@cityoflivermore. also includes a projected ees’ Retirement Association. Independent mitigate impacts on selected Conservation Zone. net or (925) 960-4468 15 percent reserve fund by This will allow medical Erred About The Conservation Strat- the end of fiscal year 2013- benefits to remain tax-free egy is available at www. 2014, up from 10.8 percent for retirees. Tom, Claudia Cancer Survivors Invited eastalco-conservation.org reserves the previous year. McCormick The Independent erred To Join a Celebration Every 5% saved Cancer Survivors and TM in the May 30 edition by band of a cancer survivor, in electricity or gas describing a former DSRSD their caregivers are invited to will present “A Dose of the 21st Annual Celebration usage enters you in a board member as the "late Laughter.” A WattzOn and Chevron Energy Solutions Partnership contest to win up to Tom McCormick." He is of Life event on Wednesday, The Celebration of Life June 12, 2013. 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n2548_WeightManagement_2013-PAMF-Bariatric_LIVERMOREINDEPENDENT_FINAL.indd 1 3/11/13 2:33 PM The Independent, JUNE 6, 2013 - PAGE 3 Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area General Plan Workshop Set California State Parks workshop hours. All who consultation, and many com- alPlan.com. Comments on and the project website, the Interested members of the will hold a public workshop would like to be involved ments and ideas from the the General Plan concept planning team will develop a public are encouraged to on Mon., June 10 to solicit in the planning process are first public workshop held alternatives will be accepted draft General Plan preferred visit the project website, input on the development of encouraged to attend. May 2012 in Livermore. through July 15, 2013. concept that will be present- www.CarnegieGeneralPlan. a General Plan, a document The workshop presents Workshop attendees will be With the input received ed to the public at a future com to join the mailing list that guides the long range three General Plan concept able to view displays and on the concept alternatives public workshop which will and view project updates. management of a state park alternatives that were de- talk to the planning team from the June 10th workshop be held in Alameda County. unit, for Carnegie State veloped based on extensive members about the concept Vehicular Recreation Area review of Carnegie SVRA alternatives and underlying (SVRA). The workshop will natural and cultural resourc- resource work. Comment be held in the cafeteria at es and substantial public cards will be provided to Tracy High School, 315 East outreach efforts. Public out- allow attendees to provide 11th Street in Tracy from reach efforts included; mul- written feedback. Concept 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. The work- tiple stakeholder meetings, alternatives information and shop will be an open house meeting and site visits with comment cards will also be format allowing the public regulatory agencies, online available on the project web- to visit anytime during the survey, Native American site, www.CarnegieGener-

Santa Rita Road Closure Pleasanton, the public can register for One of the main arterial streets in nixle to be contacted by text, email, and COnsiDeR Pleasanton, Santa Rita Road, will be Internet posts. Visit http://local.nixle.com/ closed to all vehicular and pedestrian pleasanton-police-department/ to register ® traffic at the Union Pacific Railroad today. tHe COnVeRsatiOn tracks (just south of Amador Valley High For additional information, please A documentary on end-of-life wishes School) beginning Monday, June 17 at contact City Engineer Steve Kirkpatrick 6:00 a.m. through Tuesday, June 18 at at (925) 931-5676. Free community viewing approximately 5:00 p.m. ou are invited to a special screening of Consider the Conversation®, During this period, the rail crossing New Pact To Test Fuel Systems a documentary film addressing end-of-life issues. The goal of the will be removed and completely recon- Y Sandia National Laboratories and SRI film is to get people talking to one another about their end-of-life structed. All traffic, both vehicular and International, an independent research pedestrian, will be re-routed. Actual con- and innovation center, will join forces to care and wishes. struction on the tracks will begin after explore, test and evaluate a broad range Monday, June 17 the last morning Altamont Commuter of hydrogen and natural gas fuel systems Panelists The Vine Cinema Express (ACE) train passes through the and components for transportation appli- Kuljeet Multani, MD: Board Certified Palliative crossing and the tracks will be re-installed cations under a new agreement. 1722 First Street Care, Internal Medicine. Medical Director of in advance of the afternoon ACE train The five-year memorandum of under- Livermore Palliative Care for ValleyCare Health System. schedule. The ACE train schedule will not standing (MOU) is the first agreement in be affected by the construction. Sandia’s new Center for Infrastructure 6:00pm doors open Peter P. Wong, MD: Board Certified Internal Detours were designed to minimize Research and Innovation (CIRI), an alter- 6:30 - 7:30pm film Medicine, Medical Oncology, Hospice, Palliative Care. Chief Medical Officer, Hope Hospice. the impact of traffic on residential streets, native fuel research and innovation facility 7:30 - 8:30pm panel and instead are diverted primarily through Medical Oncologist, The Regional Cancer whose goal is to accelerate hydrogen and discussion and Q&A industrial and retail areas. During the road natural gas infrastructure technologies Center at ValleyCare. closure, southbound Santa Rita Road into the marketplace. The collaboration Advance directives through traffic will be detoured via Valley also will capitalize on research at Sandia’s Lisa Krieger: Science/Medicine Writer, Bay Avenue to Stanley Boulevard, and back to Combustion Research Facility (CRF). materials will be Area Newsgroup. Wrote the series recently Santa Rita Road/ Main Street. CIRI will be located at Sandia’s Liver- available. published “The Cost of Dying.” Northbound Santa Rita Road /Main more Valley Open Campus (LVOC), Street traffic will be detoured along the No RSVP needed. Sue Rubin, PhD: Clinical ethicist and adjacent to the CRF. co-founder of The Ethics Practice, a firm same route. Access to Santa Rita Road “Together, Sandia and SRI will address past Valley Avenue will be allowed for devoted to providing bioethics education, the most challenging barriers associated research and clinical education. Serves as all southbound motorists en route to a with alternative fuel infrastructure, includ- consulting ethicist for ValleyCare Health System. destination that does not require them to ing cost, performance and availability of cross the railroad tracks. Concrete barri- the fueling systems,” said Daniel Dedrick, ers will be installed on Santa Rita Road hydrogen program manager at Sandia. on both sides of the tracks to ensure that “We’re excited to kick off this collabora- motorists do not attempt to cross. Please tion with SRI and see it as a critical step Sponsored by watch for and obey all traffic signs. toward a comprehensive gaseous-fuel For updates about road closures in research capability for the nation.”

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TED stands for Technology, Education and Design. It brings the most noted thinkers in the world together to enlighten and collaborate IN PLEASANTON AT THE INTERSECTION OF 580 AND 680. SHOPPING LINE® 925.463.2778 By your ticket today by going to www.tedxlivermore.com PAGE 4 - The Independent, JUNE 6, 2013 Pleasanton School District Wants EDITORIAL Site Reserved for East Side Take Time to TEDx The community is being offered a unique op- By Ron McNicoll 1000 and 1710, depending donate a school site to the grade CSR. She said that Pleasanton school trust- on the alternative described. district. She said this oc- she has obtained $37,000 portunity to become part of the conversion con- ees have made it clear to All five trustees told curred in another Tri-Valley in pledges from 94 parents, cerning the future of education. city representatives that a Dolan that a site needs to be district. teachers and community TEDx Livermore, to be held on June 8 at Las site for an elementary school set aside. The district will Dolan said, "I don't think members spread over all Positas College, invites input on the theme, “Cre- for the East Side should need time to review devel- that's been resolved. I'm district schools. ating our Future: Innovate + Educate." The event be reserved in view of the opers' plans as they unfold sure there are committee EFFORT TO BRING is designed to generate ideas and spark dialogue housing numbers projected to better estimate what the members who might think UNDERSERVED TO A.P. among innovators and educators about how both by city planners. district will need in order to a developer should be re- The board gave unani- groups can work together to "Create a Future" that The board heard a pre- provide a school, they said. quired to donate (a site) out mous approval to spending will make a difference for youth and for the world sentation at its meeting May Trustee Chris Grant said of the kindness of his or her $36,000 to receive match- 28 from city Community that by his calculations, there heart, or in exchange for ing grants from Google to Featured will be live and video presentations Development Director Brian would be 738 students from something else." expand Advance Placement by thought leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, artists, Dolan, who said he wanted kindergarten to 12th grade "We really haven't gone participation by African- innovators and local educators focusing on the to know whether the board generated from the average there yet. I'm sure the devel- American, Latino and low- intersection of education and education. feels it is necessary to re- of the four alternatives. opers would have a different income students. Four different sessions are planned. Among the serve a site on the land. It's likely that the number idea. They've been fairly ag- Foothill and Amador Val- ideas to be considered are new education para- Dolan showed the board would be higher than 738, gressive," said Dolan. ley high schools will be two digms, time-tested and new tools, and innovative four alternatives for devel- because unlike the district's Grant said that a school of 79 schools in the United practices around the worl. opment in the area, which averages for enrollment site should be located next to States to receive the grants. TEDxLivermore is open to the public. Tickets is under study by the East now, the new housing would a city park that can provide The schools will be provided Pleasanton Specific Plan draw many more families, recreational amenities that with coaching and help with are available at $75 per attendee ($65 for educa- (EPSP) committee. especially those with small would enhance the dual use evaluation, and learn more tors) and includes Saturday’s daylong discussions The alternatives vary in children, said Grant. of school and park. about reaching out to iden- and lunch. For tickets and more information, visit the number of residential About one-half of the Dolan will return to the tify more of the eligible www.TEDxLivermore.com. units, amount of commer- East Side students would EPSP with the board's com- students for AP classes. Staff With ever changing technology, it is important cial area and park acreage attend a K-5 school, said ments. will learn from the program to learn about and discuss its impacts on education on 400 developable acres Grant. The district must also PARENTS ASK FOR and be able to carry on the and how it can be used to enhance opportunities. in the study. Most of the assess the impact of what 2ND GRADE C.S.R. effort past the time the grant- We urge both educators and members of the public land would include a mix East Side housing will have A group of parents led hired consultants work with to take part in TEDx. of residential housing, split on middle and high school by Emeline Chen asked the the district. between single family and levels. board to consider placing a "We want to make sure multi-family. The number of Dolan showed were discussion on second grade students in these classes units would range between school sites were located on Class Size Reduction (CSR) represent a diverse popula- all four maps. Trustees were on an upcoming agenda. tion. Now clearly that's not (continuedLUNCHEON from page one) not asked to choose one. In The parents were hoping for the case," said assistant su- and old computers that were fact, any real-world choices the board's meeting June 4. perintendent of educational Group at Lawrence Liver- The other big risk was the outdated and simply suck- ing up too much energy to may lie ahead five or 10 However, no trustee spoke services Odie Douglas. more National Laboratory collaboration with Russian years, or more, said trustees. up to schedule the proposal The board also hon- was recognized for the dis- scientists. In 1989, scientists be cost effective in today’s classroom. Trustees did rule out one as an item. The last meeting ored Amador Valley junior covery of new elements: from the Lab began their of the sites because it was of the school year will be Keegan Sheehan. Despite Livermorium and Flerovi- Hassen stated that stu- collaboration with a team at east of El Charro Road, June 18. some physical limitations, um. Mark and Nancy Stoyer the Flerov Institute in Dub- dents took a risk enrolling and Jerry Landrum accepted na, Russia. The Cold War in the academy, not know- which would be a well- Bowser later told The Keegan has been an inspira- the award. Mark Stoyer was still going on. "There ing what would happen. It traveled road that would Independent that there is no tion to the school's football served as keynote speaker was a huge risk in saying we has been a good learning pose a major barrier between point in discussing second- and baseball teams with his for the event. would work together." experience. the school and most of the grade CSR now, because pre-game speeches and other During his introduction He concluded by stating, • A Lifetime Achieve- future housing. the final state and district morale boosters, said super- of Stoyer, Livermore May- "It is the dream of every ment Award was presented Board president Jeff budgets are not known. intendent Parvin Ahmadi. or John Marchand, also chemist to add an element to Barbara Mertes. She was Bowser said it is important It might be possible to In acknowledging the one of the founders of Las a chemist, said he felt an to the periodic chart." not to isolate a school from look at more CSR in August, recognition, Keegan gave "incredible high" know- Stoyer said there is a leg- Positas College and current- ly serves on the Chabot-Las homes, because parents want after the budget bill is law, a little pep talk to board ing an element has been end about how the periodic neighborhood schools. Fur- and the district knows the members before they set off named for the city he repre- table was first organized. Positas Community College Board. Mertes stated, "I ther, he would like to learn financial consequences of into their three-and-one-half sents. Marchand invited the The story goes that the idea about the area's geology, the new Local Control Fund- hour agenda. Keegan said, crowd to attend a special am so proud of Las Positas came to Russian scientist and how it might add to the ing Formula, added Bowser. "When you go through life, celebration to commemorate Dmitri Mendeleyev in a College. It is a marvelous Livermorium on June 24 in dream. college thanks to the faculty cost of school construction. The board at its meet- it's the same as baseball. You downtown Livermore. He Recognized were: and students." The area overall is rich in ing May 14 did commit go through one pitch, one noted that May 30 will now • Joan Buchanan was • The Las Positas Student gravel, which is why the to- $112,000 from the district's inning at a time, one batter be noted as Livermorium singled out for her efforts of the Year award, spon- tal study area includes three general fund to supplement at a time." Day in Livermore. The ele- to streamline the permitting sored by Sandia National former gravel pits. They are $213,000 from funds col- "In life, it's about going ment's name was adopted on process. Laboratory, was presented to controlled by Zone 7 Water lected by Pleasanton Part- through one obstacle, one May 30, 2012. • Spigit, a Pleasanton Abigail Moore. The award is Agency for water storage ners in Education (PPIE) to day, and one minute at a Stoyer, a nuclear chemist, based company has been given to an outstanding stu- dent who shows leadership and flood control purposes. provide CSR for first grade. time. So that's what I encour- said that he spoke on behalf recognized by Inc. 5000 Trustee Valerie Arkin That CSR will be a one- age all you to do tonight," of the entire team of eleven as one of the top 100 soft- and educational excellence. Abigail was presented with said that she would like to year change, but financed said Keegan. Americans and twenty Rus- ware companies in the na- see a reserved site of 10 to by a two-year revenue com- The school district has sian scientists who par- a $1000 scholarship from tion. Spigit has developed 12 acres. Jamie Hintzke sug- mitment, according to Luz posted a video feature about ticipated in the research. a platform that uses game Sandia. He noted that there are only mechanics to enable compa- • Trevor Toose was gested 10 to 14 acres. Cazares, deputy superinten- Keegan on its website. The two U.S. cities that have nies with large geographical honored as the Chamber of Trustee Joan Laursen dent, business services. YouTube address for it is elements named for them, dispersed workforces to Commerce ambassador of asked what it might take Chen told the board that http://www.youtube.com/ Berkeley and Livermore. engage their employees and the year. He commented, to convince a developer to she was glad about the first- watch?v=B6JOqm9F0G4/ There have been 18 ele- leverage their collective "I've enjoyed every minute." ments discovered in this intelligence. region, which represents Paul Pluschkell, CEO and more than 10 percent of the founder of Spigit, described Livermorium Park Dedication Planned periodic table, he added. the Tri-Valley as a great The Lawrence Livermore morium and the Periodic ing a deeper understanding Livermore will be held at Stoyer said that he and oth- place to start a company. National Laboratory, in col- Table," with distinguished of nuclei and the limits of the plaza located at 116 S. ers have been asked if there • Both Livermore and laboration with the City lecturers will begin at 1 p.m. nuclear stability; and Walter Livermore Ave. (corner of were practical uses for new Granada High Schools were of Livermore, will host an Loveland, an Oregon State First Street and Livermore elements. He said, "For in the Bldg. 123 auditorium. represented in the Junior event on June 24 to celebrate University nuclear chemist Avenue across from the flag the first few atoms that are Dreammakers and Risktak- Scheduled speakers include: identified, you have no idea ers awards. and recognize the discov- Ken Moody, an LLNL nu- whose research focuses on pole). The site was chosen what they would be used for. Braden Sweeney, a grad- ery and naming of the two clear chemist who has spent understanding the dynam- to recognize Livermorium Over time, that can change." uating senior at Granada heaviest elements on the his career searching for and ics and thermodynamics of because the address is the He used Americium as an High, was recognized for periodic table, element 114 discovering the heaviest nuclear reactions. same as the element's atomic example. When first discov- his efforts fund-raising for -- Flerovium and element elements; Witek Nazare- Following the colloqui- number. ered, there was no known Polaris Project and organi- 116, Livermorium. wicz, an Oak Ridge National um, a dedication ceremony The public is invited to use. Now it is used in smoke zations fighting human and A colloquium, titled "El- Laboratory nuclear theorist of the newly named Liver- attend the dedication cer- detectors. child trafficking worldwide. emental Science: Liver- who works on develop- morium Park in downtown emony. "Future generations will Using his singing talents and determine the use of Liver- recruiting other performers, morium," he added. Braden has for two years in a Stoyer explained how row put together a vocal and scientists were able to pro- dance talent show to raise duce Livermorium. Known funds for causes. This year’s (Opinions voiced in letters For example, as part of the cided to allow construction north from Santa Clara to elements are combined to event raised $7,900. published in Mailbox are those 51 unit Oak Grove proj- of ridgetop roadways, road- a new BART/HSR station make a new element. In Sweeney said that his of the author and do not neces- ect that was successfully ways within 100 vertical feet in Oakland where BART the case of Livermorium, decision to make a differ- sarily reflect the opinion of The overturned by the voters , of a ridgeline and steeply crosses overhead. calcium was combined with ence began with a visit to Independent. Letter Policy: The a ridgetop water tank and sloped streets by adding an Then plan 5-County curium. "It is very difficult," the Holocaust Museum. "I Independent will not publish ‘staging area’ with water ser- exemption for street con- BART around the Bay, to the he declared. He used an have been able to combine anonymous letters, nor will it vice and sewer service were struction from voter enacted Golden Gate and Carquinez analogy of two golf balls my passion for performing publish letters without names. proposed outside the Pleas- hillside regulations. This Bridges, Brentwood, and and the chances of the two with raising funds, focusing Abusive letters may be rejected anton and County Measure contradicts what was in- over the Altamont through hitting each other.. The prob- on organizations that people or edited. Frequent letter writers D Urban Growth Boundary cluded in the voter pamphlet Livermore. Let the voters ability is one in a million. don't know much about." He may have publication of their (UGB). It is no surprise when PP was passed. decide, as they did for BART The chances of producing a then entertained the crowd letters delayed. Letters should that the city’s new munici- I’m disappointed that 3 half a century ago. new element would be one by singing a stirring rendi- be submitted by e-mail to edit- pal code revisions to undo city council members are in 1 million x 1 million x tion of "The Impossible [email protected].) Measure PP have specific poised to embark again on Off Road Sites 1 million. "The probability Dream" from Man of La exemptions that indicate building sprawling subdivi- is overcome by using more Jeff Bell Mancha. Ridgeline Protection ridgetop water tanks, staging sions on Pleasanton’s ridge- Jeff Garberson should target atoms. In this case, Green Engineering Acad- Anne Fox areas, and ridgetop streets lines and hillsides. an accelerator was used to be ashamed of how he pre- emy students from Liver- Pleasanton don’t have to conform to sented this issue of Tesla throw large numbers of cal- more High were honored for Don’t Mess with Our voter adopted ridgeline and cium atoms at curium atoms No to Blended Rail Off-Road area to the people. taking an on an assignment Voter-Adopted Initiatives hillside protections. In ad- Robert S. Allen There are so many bias in- over a three month period, to find ways to cut energy The Pleasanton elector- dition, the city’s new Ris- Livermore tentions in his column that 24/7. It takes a large team to costs at the campus - and ate has said time and time ing Ridgeline/Last Peak conduct the research." BART Director, District 5, it is frustrating to read. taking it even further, re- again “Don’t Mess with provision, a poison pill that Here is a thought Mr. He said there were two sulting in potential savings limits which ridgelines are 1974-1988 Our Ridges.” However, Californians in 2008 Garberson, why don't you big risks involved. Select- of up to $34,000 annually. environmentalists fear that counted as protected ridge- ing the elements to use was voted for Prop 1A, "The go out there on a weekend Laila Hassen, Ivan Valdez, Pleasanton officials are try- lines, eliminates ridgelines and see why we ask for more one risk. The choices were Nick Sanchez, and Areli descending in elevation as Safe, Reliable High Speed ing to pull a fast one to avoid Passenger Train Bond Act Off-Road areas? You will based on past experiences, Hernandez were able to public debate, environmen- protected ridgelines. working in the field, trying for the 21st Century." see that not only is it a Fam- identify more than 45 quad tal review of development The implication is obvi- ily orientated sport, but the and failing. lamps, multiple thermostats ous. With these exemp- "Blended Rail" - future on the hillsides, and avoid a High Speed Rail on Cal- areas are too over crowded public vote in order to undo tions and the Southeast Hills to be safe. And, at the rate of ridges no longer considered train's tracks - would be hillside and ridgeline protec- neither safe nor reliable. land closures across the USA tions that over 18,000 voters protected “ridgelines,” many there will be nowhere for our believe the city is attempt- Caltrain platforms would enacted nearly five years ago be inches away from speed- children, or their children to (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) with Measure PP. They ing to weaken Measure PP go. Because after all, there Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala protections to smooth the ing HSR trains; 43 grade Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell are doing this by adopting crossings for vehicles and is room for everyone, even Editor: Janet Armantrout municipal code revisions way for another Oak Grove if some people do not like The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing property housing subdivi- pedestrians - these both Company, 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage that undermine Measure PP. greatly enhance the accident some of the activities on Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998. sion proposal with mega- The Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews.com to sign up By doing an end-run and train delay potential. public lands. and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, 2250 around the voters, some of mansions and allow Pleas- First St., Livermore, CA 94550. anton to again extend water Far better, more safe and I would really like to see Pleasanton’s most scenic reliable, and much less cost- Advertising rates and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 service outside the UGB. reporters like you report is- during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. ridgelines and hillsides will ly: upgrade the UP Mulford Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. City officials have also de- sues with no bias and 100% open up for development. route long used by Amtrak truth from both sides. The Independent, JUNE 6, 2013 - PAGE 5 provided that they were part out to the County Agricultur- SOLAR of an approved plan for mix- al Advisory Committee and (continued from page one) ing solar and ag uses. Alter- the Planning Commission. farmers and ranchers keep install solar energy, he said. natively, it could be allowed Schneider told The In- agricultural lands in perpetu- Miley centered his atten- with mitigation off-site on a dependent that he will ask ity though an easement that tion on the urban areas. He 1:1 ratio. This option sets a the supervisors to hold a would be purchased from the wanted the staff to investi- 1000-acre cap on important community meeting to take landowner. The details have gate four cities -- Berkeley, farmland, which essentially input on the revisions, be- not all been fleshed out, said Santa Rosa, San Francisco refers to the 3900 acres of cause the rewrites of Op- Wilson. and San Jose. They are the east Altamont. tions B and C are new. The Sierra Club official Dick among the nation's top 25 Option C would allow public who attended past Schneider, who has been in setting urban policies that facilities with mitigation to community meetings has attending the solar policy lead to a relatively high rate be determined on a case-by- had no chance to comment meetings, said that there was of solar development. case basis. Haggerty liked on what Schneider said are also some discussion about Staff presented the panel this part of Option C, and significant changes. using the cash as a revolving with a reshuffling of ear- wants it added to Option B. Schneider stated that his fund. It could finance some lier approaches to a further He said that it would add own view is that of the up-front costs for people revised solar policy. Staff the flexibility to institute the three options, A is the one who want to make the in- described the three options. in-lieu mitigation fee that he that would be preferable. vestment in solar panels in Option A was the most re- suggested. It was the only "It preserves the remaining an urban area. strictive. It would ban solar provision from Option C that high quality farm land in the Right now, the county facilities on important ag Photo - Doug Jorgensen Haggerty favored. county." However, he added, provides no information land and place a 100-acre After the staff incor- "I am gratified that the staff The Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation's on any web site about how cap throughout the entire porates the supervisors' and board will take seriously 5th Annual Hook and Ladder Run was held Sunday at to go solar, "not even how East County Area. thoughts into the new draft, the implementation of solar Wente Vineyards. Funds raised go to support, injured to obtain a permit," said Option B would allow fa- it will come back to the com- policies for the urban area." and fallen firefighters, the Burn Foundation and other Schneider. County staff will cilities on important ag land, mittee, and also be referred local charities in the Tri-Valley. be gathering information for the public about how to

(continuedDISCUSSION from page one) variety of disciplines. We in- sand painting; Lisa Highfill, Meagan Fallone, strategy, vite the entire community to Pleasanton educator; Ro Barefoot College. join us for a transformative Khanna, who served as the The final session, "Catch day of stimulating thinking.” Deputy Assistant Secretary and Release," is set for 3:25 The day is divided into in the United States Depart- to 5 p.m. Featured will be four sessions. The first, "Dis- ment of Commerce in the Walter Collins, executive di- 36th ruptive Connections," is Obama administration; and rector California Symphony; slated for 8 a.m. to 10:25 Sarah Kellner, Talk Hawks student performers, Sound a.m. Panelists include Jade debate team from Las Posi- Minds; Alex Eckert, vice Maskin, CEO of Integrum tas College. principal Livermore High Anniversary Sale and co-founder of Gang- From 1 to 2:30 p.m., ses- School; Andrew Todhunter, plank; Betsy Burroughs, sion 3 will focus on "Includ- author, filmmaker lecturer, president of FocusCatalyst; ing Everyone." Scheduled Stanford University; and June 8th–June 22nd Rock the Rebuild, youth to speak are Laurie Bodine, Espen Siversten, COO, Type group and social entrepre- founder of Start Leadership; A machines. neurs; and Chuck House, Dustin Haisler, president “This is a perfect example executive director of Inno- of Klablab and founder of of the type of cross-pollina- 10% to 70% Off vaScapes Institute. Manor Labs; Erika Gruidl, tion that spurs innovation,” Session 2, "Shiny Toys," founder of Shooting Stars; said Kevin Walthers, Presi- Everything In Our Store! meets from 10:30 a.m. to Salim Razawi, Talk Hawks, dent, Las Positas College. Cardinal Jewelers noon. Taking part in the Las Positas College; Braden TEDxLivermore is sup- Take advantage of this once a year special event presentation are Shelly Xie, Sweeney, entertainer, sing- ported by Rebellion Lab “A World of Fine Gems” creator of "Moving Hands" er and choreographer; and (Oakland), Valley Montes- ORIGINAL OWNER est. 1977 sori School, Las Positas Col- Enter Our Drawing For FreeCardina 1 Carat lDiamond! Jewelers lege, Innovation Tri-Valley, Pleasanton has truste“A Worldd of uFins efo Gems”r 35 years... Yámana Science & Technol- We invite you tORIGINALo sto OWNERp in est.to 1977see why! Pleasanton has trusted us for 35 years... (continuedDELTA from page one) ogy and the Livermore Val- ley Chamber of Commerce. We invite you to stop in to see why! depend on the state and fed- past that Delta-dwellers The event is open to the Cardinal J2009 ew2010 elers2011 eral water projects that use have been left out of the public and will be held this 2009 2010 2011 the Delta. BDCP process. They have Saturday, June 8th at the Trust. Honesty. Integrity. Trust. Honesty . Integrity. The water also irrigates criticized the marshland Mertes Center for the Arts, “A World of Fine Gems”Confidence. Expertise.Confidence. Expertise. more than 3 million acres restoration portion of the Las Positas College, 3000 ORIGINAL OWNER est. 1977 of farmland, including the plan because it would put Campus Hill Drive, Liver- Valley's vineyards. thousands of acres of Delta more. Tickets are available (925) 416-1111 BRILLIANCE YOU DESERVE® The remaining 32 per- farmland out of production. at $75 per attendee ($65 BRILLIANCE YOU DESERVE®(925) 416-1111 3003-B Hopyard Road, Pleasanton 3003-B Hopyard Rd cent of the financing would In addition, diverting fresh for educators) and includes In The Hopyard Village Shopping Center (925) ww416-w.cardinaljewele1111 rs.com come from federal and state water will make the Delta Saturday’s daylong discus- In The Hopyard Village Shopping Center 3003-B Hopyard Rd Cheri & Jim funding, plus 1 percent from more saline, as well as have sions and lunch. The event In The Hopyard Village Shopping Center interest income. an adverse effect on irriga- runs from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 www.cardinaljewelewwrsw.cardinaljewele.com rs.com Zone 7 general manager tion water there and com- p.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Jill Duerig said that it was mercial and sport fishing. For tickets and more in- too early for her to assess ex- Several Bay Area con- formation, please visit www. actly what the costs might be gressional representatives TEDxLivermore.com 2009 20 10 20 11 for the agency's share of the who have the Delta in their burden in terms of water rate districts were critical of the costs. However, she did say new information released that rates could increase by by BDCP, as they have been 15 to 20 percent, but would throughout the plan's forma- be spread over a 10-to-12 tion. year period. Rep. Jerry McNerney, The Zone 7 share prob- who is based in Stockton ably would be a little more now after representing than 1 percent of the water the Valley until this year, contractor funding. That and Rep. John Garamendi amounts to approximately of Walnut Grove, whose $150 million or $160 mil- district formerly included lion. It would be lower than Livermore, made comments the $200 million total cost during a news conference that Zone 7 is obligated to attended by several repre- pay for its share of the en- sentatives. largement of the South Bay McNerney said, "Gov. Aqueduct, said Duerig. Jerry Brown further proves Asked whether she would he is intent on forcing this recommend that the board plan forward without any re- endorse BDCP, Duerig re- gard for the farmers, families plied, "Definitely. With over and small business owners 80 percent of the Tri-Valley who rely upon a healthy water coming through the Delta for their livelihoods, State Water Project, we need or for the incredible envi- reliability." ronmental damage that will Zone 7 and other wa- result." ter contractors have had to Garamendi said the adapt water withdrawals BDCP plan is the wrong from the Delta to comply one. "It destroys the Delta," with a federal judge's order and creates no new water that protects the Delta smelt for the state. "It's time for a and other threatened species. midstream correction to the The Delta pumps must go BDCP. Let’s bring everyone calm during certain periods to the table and develop a in the fish's life cycle. That plan that meets the needs of means less access to water all Californians.” that Zone 7 and other agen- BDCP includes congres- cies store for dry weather sional supporters, too. A let- use. ter to Brown signed by Sen. Restore the Delta (RTD), Dianne Feinstein, 12 House a Delta-based group of busi- members, and the federal ness people, farmers, fishers Secretary of the Interior, and conservationists, was Sally Jewell, states that the critical of the details in the BDCP plan provides needed report. water "throughout Califor- RTD quoted Jeffrey Mi- nia." The state's "economic chael, director of the busi- and social future is directly ness forecasting center at tied to a safe supply of reli- the University of the Pacific, able, high quality water." who said, "The new cost plan not only assumes the 2014 water bond passes, but that the state will pass another subsequent water bond to fund the BDCP." RTD has objected in the PAGE 6 - The Independent, JUNE 6, 2013

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Livermore Fusion SC’s U10 Maroon girls team locked down the 2013 Spring League Title over the weekend with a win over Phantom 12B team put together a strong effort in action The Livermore Mavericks went undefeated June 1st and FCA Sparks. The Maroon team never took their foot of the at the Jan Macpherson Memorial Tournament. See 2nd in Santa Cruz at the Pro-Am Beach Soccer Tournament, pedal, firing one goal after another in the impressive 10 – 0 seizing the championship in the highest U12 division. The win. The team heads to the Norcal Cross-Regional Playoffs Sports Notes for the story. girls battled very experienced teams including the formidable in Davis this weekend as the top-ranked team. Celebrating San Francisco Tremors, OSE 2000 and two challenging Striker their Spring Season title after Saturday’s win are (top row) teams from Dublin. Lindsay Harnish delivered a personal best Coach Matt Caution, Kayla Galo, Ashleigh Ward, Athena for number of deflections and shut-down opportunities. The Lewis, Kyah Coady, Payton (PK) Hall, Rebecca George, Team entire field of Maverick players scored goals this weekend Manager Ben Castillo, (bottom row) Danielle Castro, Kaleigh with the final golden one blasted into the corner by Kailee Castillo, Faith Rogers, April Phillips, Lily Redell, AliviaGanz, Haskins for a 5-4 win over the Fallon Strikers during sudden and Alina Guzman death overtime in the finals. Pictured from left to right are Camille La Blanc, Kalea Bartolotto, Goalie Lindsay Harnish, Lauren Moore, Lilly Fehrmann, Coach Eric Harnish, Kailee Haskins, and Abby Harnish.

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The Livermore Aquacowboys swam at The Mission San Jose Aquatics, Pacific Swimming 2013 Zone 2 Short Course PC-C/B/ A+ meet May 31-June 2, 2013 at Ohlone College in Fremont. Swimming for the Aquacowboys: Katie Dabney (13), Brandon Siu (13), Kyle Chong(13), Emily Chong (15), Matthew Hayes (12) , Nicolette McConn (14), Emily Hayes (13). Not pictured, Booster Scholarship winneres are (from left) MacKinley but also at the meet, Annemarie Arnold and Hunter Woffinden. Morgan (LHS), Maria Carlson (LHS), Maryann Gong (GHS), There were 29 teams represented at the meet with 515 athletes. and Kyle Campiotti (GHS).

This past weekend, June 1-2, the Pro Am Beach Soccer Tournament was held in Santa Cruz, right on the beach boardwalk. Livermore's Fusion Soccer Club U9 Girls Maroon team, represented as the Tiger Sharks, battled the hot sand and dug deep for a championship win. Game 1 Saturday started the girls confidence off with a win against the Wildcats, dominating in the end with a 5 to 1 win. Game 2, in the heat if the day, The Tiger Sharks lost by one to Rampage Black. Sunday morning Game 1, confidence is back with an 8 to 3 win against the mighty clever Beach Bums. Game 2, and final game to win the championships, the Tiger Shark won 3 to 1 over the Wildcats. Team members include Cassidy Castro, Emma Shingler, Sophia Piper, Bryanna Leary, Bella Lopez, Peyton McGrail, Jordan Knight, Emily Johnson, Maci Nina Hayes (17) and Bryce McLaggan (17) represented the McCormick and Gracie Contreras. Livermore Aquacowboys at the USA Swimming, 2013 Arena Grand Prix at Santa Clara May 30-June 2 at the George R. Haines International Swim Center in Santa Clara. Nina Hayes will soon be graduating from Granada High in Livermore and will be swimmingfor UCLA in the fall. Bryce will continue to Pro AM Beach Soccer presented its 9th Annual Santa Cruz swim with LAC. Open this past weekend on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Over 150 teams competed in the blistering sand. The "Beach Boys," made up of 11 year old youths from Livermore, fared well in their first foray on to the sand. With only one substitute on hand by the final day, the Beach Boys did well to show they came to play. They finished second in their bracket. They were exposed to a lot of experienced older player and are anxious to make their return to the beach next year. The Beach Boys are Coached by Manny Moncada and Managed by Lacey Wyatt. The team consists of Jacob Dennett, Trent Wyatt, Mateo Moncada, Caleb Loth, Shlok Bansal , Anthony Casillas, and Nick Hill. FW for 100 BK and new best times for Minor Teal playoff semifinal. Aguilar, 50/200/800 FR. who gave up just four singles in her Girls 13-14: Alexa Bui achieved complete-game performance, struck 100% best times. out the final six Central Painting Boys 13-14 : Niko Cory achieved batters. A2 Technologies scored the The Livermore Aquacowboys swam at the Pleasanton a new A time for the 400 IM eventual game-winning run when Lacy Seahawks Long Course Senior II meet June 1-2, 2013 Becker singled in Alex Amavizca in at the Dolores Bengston Aquatic Center in Pleasanton. the fourth inning. Masynne Mendes Pleasanton Girls Softball drove in Becker with a single for A2 Representing the Livermore Aquacowboys Alex Wang (17), Pleasanton Girls Softball League Technologies' run in the second inning. Livermore Fusion U10 Boys premier teams joined forces as Shelby Diehl (15), Jared Brandley (15), Caroline Eckel (12), results: Maryssa McKee and Sammi Carlson their Maroon and Gold teams were merged to form two Sand Jenna Chew (15), Celine Nguyen (15) and Alex Gonzalez (14). Mini Black: Athen’s Burger combined to allow A2 Technologies Soccer teams for the ProAm Beach Soccer Tournament in 15, Hopyard Ale House 14: What a just six hits, including two apiece Many new personal best times were achieved. championship game played between by Becker and Minami Smalheiser. Santa Cruz. Guest coached by Cal East Bay soccer players, two great teams, Athen’s Burger and Lexi Valentine singled in Kristen both teams rocked in the sand, winning all three games and nization, including photos of this strong 200 IM. Miranda Heckman Hopyard Ale House. The division title Greene in the fifth inning for Central facing each other in the final. After a hard battle between year’s scholar athletes, go to www. achieved 5 new PLS Top 10 times for was on the line and both teams wanted Painting's only run. Top Players: A2 livermoregranadaboosters.org. 50 FR, 800 FR, 50 BK, 100 BK and it badly. Offensively and defensively, Technologies - Bridgett Aguilar, Lacy teammates, “The Black Pearl” took the match by a small 50 Fly and a new PRT time for 50 BK. players from both teams brought their Becker, Minami Smalheiser; Central margin with “The Flying Dutchman” claiming 2nd place. Nawoo Kim achieved a new PLS Top “A” game. Hopyard Ale House had Painting - Sammi Carlson, Kristen 10 time for 100 Brst, 3 new JO times amazing talent in the circle with Mia Greene, Maryssa McKee Pleasanton Seahawks Major Black: Richert Lumber The Pleasanton Seahawks swim for 50 FR, 100 FR and 200 IM, new Hildebrand and Isabella Restani shar- PRAT for 100 Brst, and a new 50 Fly ing the game. Offensively, Hopyard Co., Inc. 3, Greg Jefferies Academy 1: team competed the Memorial Day Major Black Division Championship weekend Tiger Open long course A time. Claire Suen achieved 2 new Ale House had strong bats. Daylin PLS Top 10 times for 50 FR and 100 Williams got 3 hits, Isabella Restani Game was scoreless for the first 4 meet, hosted by the Pacific Tiger Swim innings until Richert Lumber Co., Inc. Club at the University of Pacific swim FR additionally she swam for 2 new got 3 hits and 2 RBI, Mia Hildebrand PRT times for 100 FR/400 FR, a new got 2 hits and 4 RBI, Alex Wampler started a rally in the 5th with a triple facility, May 24-26, 2013. by Jenna O’Neal and doubles by Maya Girls 8 and under: Paige Bennett JO time for 100 Fly and a FW time got 3 RBI, Andrea Gregory got 2 hits, for 200 FR. Paulina Umansky swam Abbey Baer hit a triple and a base Nozaka and Sarah Layer for 3 runs. achieved best time for 50 BK. 50/100 Greg Jefferies Academy stayed strong Brst. Adora Do achieved a new B time for a new PLS Top 10 time for 100 hit for 2 RBI, Sydney Cohen got a Brst, 3 new JO times for 50 FR, 100 hit and RBI, Sadie Brown got a hit, with a double by Hannah Myers for a in 50 FR, new best time for 50 BK RBI in the 6th, but Richert Lumber Co., and 100 Brst. Aria Harris achieved a BK and 400 IM and a new FW for 50 and Amanda Engel got a hit. Athen’s BK. Amber Fornoles swam for a new Burger’s hitters were just as strong in Inc. held them off in the 7th to become new B time for 50 FR, 50 Brst and 50 the 2013 Champs. Top Players: Richert Fly. Breuklynn Harris achieved new PLS Top 10 time for 200 Brst. Fallon the batter’s box. Every single Athen’s Brown achieved 5 new JO times for 50 Burger player got a hit.. The teams Lumber Co., Inc. - Sarah Layer, Jenna B times in 50/100 FR, new A time for O'Neal, Jessica O'Neal; Greg Jefferies 50 BK, and new best times for 100 FR, 100 FR, 200 FR, 50 BK and 200 battled back and forth every inning. IM. Sarah Rafie achieved a new JO Avery Clark stayed tough in the circle Academy - AnaMaria Beard, Jessica BK and 100 Brst. Alcina Kenny new Emde, Halle Uhl A time in 50 BK, new B time for 50 time for 800 FR. Courtney Lau swam for Athen’s Burger. In the top of the 7th, Brst, new best time for 100 FR, 100 for 3 new JO times for 50 Fr, 100 BK Hopyard Ale House took a 3 run lead. BK and 50 Fly. Dahlia Versteeg new and 100 Brst. Ashley Johnson swam Athen’s Burger didn’t give up. With best and B time for 100 FR and 50 Brst. for best times in the 100 Fr and the 100 one chance left, the coaches rallied Livermore American LL Boys 8 and under: Brycen Martin BK. Amanda Mobley achieved 5 new the team and the players fought hard. Livermore American Little achieved a best time for 50 Brst, Alex A times. Emma Valentine achieved 2 With bases loaded and 2 outs, Erica (continued on page 10) Suen achieved new best time for 50 new JO times for 200 Fr and 50 BK. Haley's base hit scored the winning run. and 100 FR, Eric Tandean achieved Nja Zuniga swam for a new JO time Top Players: Athen’s Burger - Avery new best time for 100 FR and 50 Brst., for 50 FR. Jennifer Lee swam for 3 Clark, Kelly Fietz, Ella Gervasoni, Dominick Wonosaputra achieved new new A times 100 Fr, 100 Brst and 200 Erica Haley, Ella Melvin, AJ Molina, best time for 50 BK and 100 Brst. N IM. Vera Umansky achieved 3 new Julia Novi, Samantha O’Brien, Kate Eric Kang achieved new best time for JO times for 100 FR, 200 BK and 200 Sanders, Kayli Shimanuki, Olivia 5 out of 7 events taking 4+ seconds IM. Audrik Antonio achieved a new Soble, Alexandra Stokoe; Hopyard Ale off his 100 FR FW time for 50 FR and a JO time for House – Abbey Baer, Sadie Brown, Father’s Day Girls 10 and under: Jocelyn Martin 200 Brst. Madison Chardoneau, Sydney Cohen, Bring a picnic & share This past weekend, June 1st - 2nd, the Fusion U9 Maroon team achieved best times in 3 out of 5 events Boys 11-12: Tyler Lu swam for a Amanda Engel, Andrea Gregory, new PLS Top 10 time for 50 Fly. Tim Mia Hildebrand, Estelina Kovacs, a leisurely day with Dad (playing as the Sand Stars) represented Livermore at the Pro with a new B time in her 100 FR. Gabby Martinez achieved new best time in all Yao achieved 4 new PLS Top 10 times McKenna Masinter, Isabella Restani, Am Beach Soccer Tournament in Santa Cruz. Saturday's game of her 3 events with B times in her 100 for 50/100 Brst, 50/100 Fly. Chris Alexandria Wampler, Daylin Williams June 17, 11:30am-4pm 1 was an energized match-up against the Fighting Cougars. FR and 50 Brst. Farrah Brown swam Jhong swam for 1 new PLS Top 10 Minor Teal: A2 Technologies 2, Reservations Required The game appeared close early, but the Sand Stars played shut excellent in her first lc meet! Nicole time for 200 IM and new PRT times Central Painting 1: Bridgett Aguilar Stiles picked-up her 9th Western Zone for the 200 IM and 400 FR. Calvin struck out 13 batters and allowed $10 Adults / Kids Free down defense and pressed offensively to earn their first shut-out cut this weekend, competed in her first Chui achieved new JO times for 50 FR, just one unearned run as A2 Tech- victory (10-0). Game 2 was more of a battle with the Sand Stars 400IM and picked-up the high point 50/100 Brst and 50 Fly, he also swam nologies edged Central Painting 2-1 1356 S. Livermore Ave. down by 4 at the start of the 3rd period. The team never gave up trophy for PLS/girls 10 and under. for a new PRT for 100 Fly and new in a Pleasanton Girls Softball League Boys 10 and under: Alex Smedley FW for 200 FR. Pieter Cory achieved (925) 447-8941 and dug deep to take back the four goal deficit and eventually achieved 4 new lc best time for the a new A time in the 400 IM. Justin finish with a 5-5 tie to the USA Stars. Sunday morning the Sand season with 2 A and 2 B times. Akshay Huang swam to new times for 50/200 Stars, down a couple players from Saturday, took to the field Gupta achieved lc best times for 50 FR FR, 200 BK and 100/200 Brst. Alex and 50 BK. Jaewoo Kim received his Kuang swam for a JO time for 200 Fly, feeling confident and ready for battle. They had a tough match-up first PRT time in the 200 FR. Lleyton new best times for 50/100/200 FR and against the Highlander Girls and worked hard but came up a bit Patel and Alex Ren achieved PRT times 100 Brst. Michael Martin achieved 2 short finishing with a 1-3 game. The team includes Harris Baxter, for every event they swam. JO times for 200 FR and 400 IM as Girls 11-12: Izzy Chen achieved well as new best times for 50 FR, 100 Kira DeMello, Ella Ferrick, Zoe Granks, Kassi Hill, Kimmie Keller, new best times for 100 BK and 50 Brst, and 200 Fly. Will Rose achieved Trina Keller, Katie Levine, Ava Lewis, Natalie Palmer, Sashee Brst. Kat Cory did great in her first best times for 200 Brst and 200 IM. Piper and Brooke Toricco 400 IM. Bella Hernandez and Rachana Ben Song swam for best times for 100 Mukkamala achieved 100% best times. Fr, 100 Brst and 200 IM. Ben Sproul achieved new best times for 100/200 IF DAD nd rd Christy Neufeld did excellent in many 2 in the 200 freestyle and 3 in the Robert Livermore Community Center of her races. Stephanie Shao swam a Brst. Jack Wilkerson swam for 3 new BBrurunnchch 100 breast stroke- making high school on May 20. $500 award winners were: JO times 100/400 FR and 50 BK, new LOVES TO swimming history as the fastest high Ryan Kirby, Jordan Thrailkill, Yuri GOLF... school race to date with the top 3 Ahn, and Nina Hayes from Granada breast stroke finishers all breaking High and from Livermore High, Livermore Cinemas GET HIM A Olympian Brendan Hansen’s national Patrick Leary, Trevor Houghton, Au- the internship (pg13) DLp-cc 1:20 4:00 6:55 9:45 POPPY RIDGE high school record. dreyanna Walke, and Kylee Southwell. The Granada Boys Team finished All varsity athletes and coaches the purge (r) DLp-CC 12:00 2:10 4:35 6:50 9:20 GIFT CARD! after earth (pg13) DLp 11:45 12:45 2:15 3:30 4:40 6:05 7:05 8:30 9:40 second this year. All four of the mem- from Livermore and Granada were Sunday, June 16th Available at bers of the Granada relay team, along served dinner courtesy of the Liver- Now you see me (pg13) DLp 1:10 4:10 6:45 9:25 with many of their team mates, will be more Granada Boosters Organization, fast & furious 6 (pg13) DLp 11:50 2:55 6:05 9:05 the Golf Shop returning next year in hopes of setting which has been in existence since 1949. fast & furious 6 (pg13) DLp-dbox 12:50 3:45 6:55 9:55 10am-2pm or online at even faster records. Team awards for all varsity sports for PoppyRidgeGolf.com boys and girls were also presented. star trek into darkness (pg13) DLp 12:15 1:00 3:15 4:00 6:15 There were three inductees into 7:00 9:15 10:00 Porter’s Restaurant Scholarship Winners the Livermore Sports Hall of Fame, epic (pg) DLp 12:10 2:30 4:50 7:10 9:30 Twelve local students were award- which was established by the Boosters the hangover part iii (r) DLp 1:45 4:30 7:10 9:45 ed scholarships from the Livermore- in 2009. This year’s inductees were: the great gatsby (pg13) DLp 12:05 3:10 6:20 9:30 Granada Boosters Organization. Andrea Petrilli, outstanding volleyball iron man 3 (pg13) DLp 1:15 4:15 7:15 10:00 $38.95 per person player from Granada and BYU, Tom Maryann Gong (Granada), Kyle preview, tuesday, june 11: Campiotti (Granada), Maria Carlson Davis, former Livermore High football $16.95 children 5-12 this is the end (r) DLp 7:00 9:30 (Livermore), and MacKinley Morgan and baseball coach, and Don Gabor, Free for children 4 and younger (Livermore) each were presented with former Livermore High Soccer coach Opens Wednesday, june 12: a $2000 scholarship as the annual (posthumous). this is the end (r) DLp 12:15 2:40 5:00 7:20 9:50 Price INCLUDES Tax and Gratuity RESERVATIONS: award winners at this year’s Livermore For more information about the preview, Thursday, june 13: Livermore Granada Boosters Orga- 4280 Greenville Rd, Livermore, CA Granada Boosters Banquet held at the MAN OF Steel (pg13) DLp-3d-2d-dbox 12:01 midnight 925.456.8215

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Donald Tishman, Roger David Van Maren ard of Pearland, TX, twelve He was a hard worker, at (970) 596-3283 for more Joanne had a lifelong love of learning. She constantly Legendary Real Estate March 15, 1960 - May 6, 2013 grandchildren and nine great loved to read, and was an information. read and considered the Developer, Dies at 86 Resident of Livermore grandchildren. amazing photographer. He Donations may be made Roger David Van Maren enjoyed his service as an in his memory to: Save the world and current issues Donald Tishman was around her. born a poor, Jewish kid from died suddenly on May 6 at Donna Marie LDS bishop in Oakland Redwoods League www. the age of 53 at his home where he grew to love the savetheredwoods.org She supported causes the Bronx but died a legend- Edmonson that gave opportunities for ary real estate developer, in Liver- 1945 – 2013, Longtime people of his ward. more. Resident of Alameda County Funeral services were Gilbert Leyva Rocha women and children and philanthropist and Demo- Gilbert Leyva Rocha died took in teens who were hav- cratic fund-raiser. He died Roger Beloved wife, mother, held on Monday, June 3, in was born sister, aunt, friend, thespian, the chapel at The Church of from liver cancer on May 2, ing trouble in life. Joanne near his home in Pleasanton, and Dave sponsored Diana California at age 86. in Oak- artist, and educator passed Jesus Christ of Latter-day 2013 at his home in Liver- land, CA away at home with her chil- Saints, 1501 Hillcrest Av- more, CA. He was born on Makkonen to come to the Mr. Tishman became United States from Ethiopia known for his innovative to Dr. dren by her enue, Livermore. July 22, 1940 in San Jose, Harold B. side. She CA to Miguel and Margue- as a young girl to pursue approach to real estate de- High School and college velopment. His landmark Van Mar- held two Wallace Clements rita Rocha. en and bachelor’s Wallace Edmund Robert A Memorial Service will educations. Joanne was project, Zocalo Santa Fe, de- an active member of First signed by world-renowned Charlotte degrees, a Clements, aged 89, of Liver- be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, Boufford Van Maren. Roger master’s more, CA and Montrose, CO June 8, 2013 at Pleasanton United Methodist Church architect Ricardo Legor- of Loomis as well as Pleas- retta made iconic design attended The Academy in degree, died on January 20, 2013 in Evangelical Free Church, Berkeley and graduated from and an 'All Montrose, CO of complica- anton Presbyterian Church. affordable and challenged 6900 Valley Trails Drive, She was a fantastic cook and architectural conventions. Miramonte High School in But Dis- tions from Alzheimer’s. Pleasanton, CA. Internment Orinda. After graduation in sertation' Wallace enjoyed hosting friends and During his tenure as a real service will be at 12:30 p.m. family for good food and estate developer, Don Tish- 1977, he attended Diablo status from the University was born on Monday, June 10, 2013 at of San Francisco. She taught in Dixon’s lively conversation. She was man built more than 40,000 Valley College. Roger had Sacramento Valley National for 25 years for the Castro Corners, always inclusive of others multifamily dwellings. He a keen mind for electron- Cemetery, 5810 Midway ics and was employed at Valley Unified School Dis- Ontario both at home and abroad, built low-income housing Road, Dixon, CA. and her warm presence will in good neighborhoods with Godbout Electronics, near trict and an additional 10 Canada on the Oakland Airport. Roger years for California State February be dearly missed by her fam- top-notch public schools. ily and friends. Mr. Tishman described his married Lauren Bakken of University East Bay. Donna 3, 1923 and Joanne Livermore in 1988. loved to travel, her favorite grew up in Boucher Griffith She is survived by her childhood growing up in husband Dave, her four dilapidated apartments as his He was employed at destinations were Bali and Ogdens- Joanne Boucher Griffith, the Lawrence Livermore Hawaii. burg, NY. also known by "Jo-mamma," daughters, and eight grand- inspiration for becoming a children. real estate developer. National Laboratory from She was preceded in His mother was Elma Dacie "Grandma Jo," or Mom, was Never one to shy away 1983-2010. He worked as a death by her husband Wil- Thompson and his father an amaz- from controversy, Mr. Tish- Scientific Technologist and liam "Ward" Edmonson, was George Washington ing per- Jack Caldwell man was active in Demo- assisted professional and Jr. and her mother Adele Clements. He is survived son who Jack Caldwell played his cratic politics from an early technical support personal in Mitchell-Walker. She is sur- by two brothers, Paul and passed last round of golf and passed age. He was Chairman of executing scientific research vived by her daughter Trisa, Mahlon Clements. His sister away at on May 27, 2013. the Young Democrats and and development projects. son Will, and sister Adele Georgina pre-deceased him. the age A n went on to run John F. Ken- His supervisor in the Phys- "Teddy" Hamilton along Wallace attended Hough- of 70 this outgoing, nedy's Presidential Cam- ics and Laser Experiments with a host of nieces and ton College before WWII. week from longtime paign in Ohio. A generous Group appreciated his me- nephews. In lieu of flowers During the war he trained Idiopathic resident of philanthropist to Democratic chanical design skills and the family asks that dona- as a pilot in the Army Air Pulmo- Livermore campaigns, educational in- he had many requests to tions be made to causes close Corps, attaining the rank of nary Fibrosis while at Kaiser known for stitutions and the needy, Mr. develop sophisticated hard- to Donna's heart, including First Lieutenant. During a Hospital in Roseville. designing She was born in Phila- Tishman was honored for ware for numerous physics education and equality. training exercise, his B-17 and fly- aircraft was hit by a fighter delphia on February 26, his philanthropic work by experiments. With his prac- ing glider the Christian Brothers who tical approach to produc- Lloyd Gurr Guymon and lost one wing. Wallace 1943 and grew up in Penn- was one of the two crew sylvania. She married Dave airplanes, donned him an honorary ing instrumentation and his Lloyd Gurr Guymon, bowling, a 86, passed away on May members who managed to Griffith in 1965 and in 1969 member. Mr. Tishman re- “master craftsman” abilities, marksman and a craftsman, Roger provided devices used 29, 2013, in Livermore. escape the disabled bomber. they moved to California to spected the Christian Broth- he will be missed by his fam- ers' educational mission not only at LLNL but at re- Lloyd was After the war he graduated raise their family. In addition search facilities around the born on from Hobart College, and to being a caring and nurtur- ily and friends. and enjoyed being jokingly Military service will be referred to as their first Jew- world. When Roger left the December did graduate work in educa- ing wife and mother, Joanne held at 2 p.m. on June 10, ish member. Lab, his co-workers sorely 3, 1926 in tion at Harvard University. was a passionate educator He is survived by his wife missed not only his talent Parowan, During the 1950‘s Wal- and nurse and an outspoken 2013 at the San Joaquin Val- Jill Tishman, his daughter but also the rapport he had Utah to lace worked as a seismolo- human rights advocate with ley National Cemetery. Victoria Tishman Kamerzell with his fellow employees. Jess and gist on oil crews surveying a strong sense of humor. and granddaughters Sofia Roger enjoyed his ’69 Golda the northern Rocky Moun- and Olivia. Corvette for several years Guymon. tain region. After transfer- Donald Howard Tish- and showed it at Concours He was ring to an office in Midland, man was a WWII veteran, events where he received raised on Texas he met his future wife, compassionate advocate, many awards. After this he a large Mary Helen Wygal, on a bus loving father and beyond all: was involved with Tri- Val- sheep and cattle ranch. trip to ski in the Rockies. Af- a fighter. Even while battling ley Auto Racers, racing radio When Lloyd was 18, ter they married, Wallace’s cancer, Mr. Tishman raised controlled cars. He was able and before graduating from job took them back to North money for local veterans to participate in playing golf high school, he was drafted Dakota and Montana. Tired Summer Reading from his hospital bed. At for several years. His pas- during WWII into the Navy. of the cold winters, in 1960 his request, Donald Tishman sion was woodworking. He He served as an aircraft they moved to the Bay Area Program Includes will not have a memorial ser- designed and made furniture mechanic and was stationed and settled in Livermore, vice. Donations can be made in the Arts and Crafts Style. on a naval base in Hawaii. where Wallace worked as Option for Adults in lieu of flowers to RAVE, Related to this interest, he After his discharge from the a technical editor for Law- collected and restored old military, Lloyd served an rence Livermore National his last charity: http://www. In addition to Summer Reading Programs for children livermore-rotary.org/RAVE. machine tools. Roger was LDS mission for 2 1/2 years Laboratory. html active at the Cornerstone in the Navajo Zuni Mission. They resided in Liver- and teens, the Livermore Public Library will hold its fifth Fellowship Church and en- After his mission, he more until 2008 when they annual Summer Reading Program for adults. joyed his present church attended Brigham Young moved to Colorado to be Books can be read from any genre. Although families Pauline affiliation at the Jubilee Tri- University in Provo, Utah, close to their daughter. Wal- are encouraged to read together, an adult does not need Katherine Gibson Valley Church. His favorite where he met his future lace enjoyed the outdoors to have a child in the Summer Reading Program to join. Pauline Katherine Gib- pets were his Savannah cats wife, Mary Louise Lewis, through bicycling, hiking, Adults can register online for this free program by going son, born May 25, 1919 for which he designed and in a speech class. After they and camping. He was an to www.livermorelibrary.net, clicking “Reader’s Room," in Sprague, Washington, active member of the Valley built exercise ramps in the married on May 9, 1951, in and selecting the Adult Summer Reading Program. Click died peacefully, surrounded the Salt Lake LDS Temple, Spokesmen Bicycle Club house. He enjoyed reading “sign me up” to enter information and set a user name and by fam- science fiction books. they moved to Parowan, and the Sierra Club for many ily May He is survived by his Utah, to work on his family's years. After he retired, Wal- password. The program begins Friday, June 14, 2013 and 22, 2013 wife of 25 years, Lauren Van cattle ranch. lace and Mary Helen also ends August 17, 2013. in Liver- Maren, his mother Charlotte He later went to work traveled extensively. Wal- The Adult Summer Reading program instructions are as more, CA. Van Maren, his mother-in- for the Titanium Metals in lace was a generous and follows: Register online beginning June 14th and no later She was law Evelyn Bakken, his Nevada. His photography civic-minded person who than August 16th 2013; read books or listen to audio books; preceded sister Cheryl Pilkington skills helped him get a job mentored junior employees for each book read or listened to, log in online, type in the in death (Dave), niece Vickie Reed for Lawrence Livermore in his department at LLNL, title, author, and a comment about the book; for each 3 books by her lov- and nephew Gregory Pilk- National Laboratory where contributed to many chari- read, up to 12 books, participants will be entered in a raffle ing husband, Harold Gibson. ties, and volunteered with ington and their families, he worked for 52 years and for a chance to win movie tickets and gift certificates to local Pauline lived a full and the Boy Scouts of America Aunt Donna Gaston and retired in 2012. restaurants and merchants. happy life. She grew up and family from Oregon and Lloyd is survived by his and the Big Brothers As- raised her family in Wil- Aunt Jeanne Van Maren and wife of 62 years, Mary Lou. sociation. liams, CA until 1948. The family from Washington. They raised six children; Wallace is survived by family spent two years in Roger was pre-deceased Stephen (Michelle), Craig his two brothers as well as Placerville, CA, returned to by his father Dr. Harold (preceeded him in death), his son, Gregory Minot Cle- Williams until 1960. Pauline Van Maren and his brother Dorothy Kennedy (Joe), ments, his daughter, Amanda made Sacramento her home Hal, and father-in-law Larry Mary Ann Andersen (Dave), Ruth Clements, and four until 2001, then moved to Bakken. Jesse (Sandy), Angie Kend- grandchildren, Jasper, Ede- Livermore, CA until the Memorial services will all (Lee). Lloyd felt richly lawit, Charlotte, and Gillian. present. be held on Friday, June 7 blessed by his grandchildren There will be a memo- She leaves two chil- at 1p.m. at the First Presby- Kipton, Kristal, Karyn, Kev- rial service for Wallace at dren, Bill Gibson (Jane) terian Church, 2020 Fifth in, Julie, Andy, Matt, Jeff, the Shearer residence, 1972 and Kathie Pavao (Mike), Street, Livermore. A recep- Blaine, Evan, Melinda, Au- South Livermore Avenue, four granddaughters: Su- tion will follow in the Fel- brey, Cody, Chrissy, Leigh Livermore CA from 4:00- zie Gouvaia (Mike), Anna lowship Hall. Morgan, Will; two grand- 6:00 PM on June 29. Please Zinn (Rob), Sarah Petersen sons Chase and Michael contact Amanda Clements (Brent), and Christina Pavao preceeded him in death; and (Curtis Fields) and six great- Tom Frederick Tom Frederick was 14 great-grandchildren, his grandsons: Cole Gouvaia, born November 14, 1939 sisters Grace (Milt) Jones, Brody Petersen, Travis Gou- in Kilgore, Texas. He died Joyce (Joe) Hamilton; his vaia, Matthew Fields, Zarek April 15, 2013 in Hampton, parents and sister LaVonna summer specials! Petersen and Ryan Fields. Virginia. Forester preceeded him in A memorial celebration He was a chaplain for death). is planned at a later date. $50 $95 about twenty years with the 30% OfF Memorial donations may Livermore Police Depart- New patient exams New patient exams, be made to the charity of the Teeth Whitening ment. giver's choice in Pauline's & x-rays for patients x-rays & cleaning for He leaves behind his wife $350 name. Kathleen, four children, Cin- ( Normal Cost $500 ) without insurance. patients without insurance Arrangements by Cal- dy of Las Vegas, NV, Carrie Present coupon at time of appointment. Can not be used with any other offer. Can not be used with any other offer. laghan Mortuary. Expires 06/30/13. Present coupon at time of appointment. Present coupon at time of appointment. of Hampton, VA, Charlene Expires 06/30/13. 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(continuedCHALLENGE from page one) T-Ball: Giants vs. A's: The Giants strong game supported by doubles League:(continued from page 8) came ready to play. Each player truly from Brooke Promes, Malia Konig Festival June 2 in New York. is what happened a second tional Laboratory. AAA Division: Yankees 4, Giants shined. For the A's, Andrew Rodgers and Michaela Cabral. Strong defense 3: With both teams looking to be first went 3 for 3 showed off his defensive was also key during this game. Both “At Lawrence Livermore ago, a minute ago, an hour After retiring from the in the AAA division, the Yankees skills playing catcher, right field and Aliya Lubrin, with an amazing catch at we have a responsibility to ago, days ago, and years ago. Laboratory in 2002 as an and the Giants played another very left field; Ryan Loder also rocked 3 for shortstop and Brooke Promes with an communicate our work in Well, now we have an im- electrical engineer, Williams close game. The game proved once 3 with an RBI and made an out while awesome throw down to third helped again to be all about pitching, which playing 3rd base. to shut down the Slammers and give science in an understand- portant question. What is it? returned in 2007. Recogniz- was phenomenal on both sides. The the Phantom a 3-1 win, advancing the Astros vs. A's: Astros proved a team to the championship bracket. able yet interesting way to Time has a lot of defini- ing the need to effectively Yankees' powerhouse bullpen of Blaze tough competitor for the A's once Hill, Joshua Morano, and JJ Knight Against the Los Gatos Magic, students, the community and tions; like time is history communicate science to again. For the A's: Caleb Martin caught in the first inning, both teams came combined for 9 strike-outs. The a pop fly and had an RBI. Nicholas our stakeholders. Through or time is age. But, have the general public, and in tough Giants' bullpen held their own out with hot bats. Rachel Pettey hit Baxter went 3 for 3 coach pitched. big triple to score three runs and end the Flame Challenge Nick we ever considered a good particular to our next genera- with 8 combined strike-outs by Aden Hayden Druba smashed a double in the first with a 5-4 lead. Phantom Calvacanti, Cayden Ho, and Adam the 2nd inning. Ryan Loder had great continued to swing hot bats scoring in has demonstrated the ability definition? I have. Here’s tion of scientists, Williams Chapman. Defense also proved key at bats going 2 for 3. Thomas Harris every inning. Both Jessica Shockley to take a complex subject my definition. And no, I did became a presenter for the for the Giants; Antonio Crivello made got a big hit for an RBI. Tyler Harris and Lauren Hermes hit 2 singles and an awesome running catch of a deep doubled in a RBI. Andrew Rodgers stole bases to help put Phantom on top. such as time, and describe not get this from some book Lab’s “Fun With Science” fly to right field ending the 3rd inning had great at bats with 2 great hits. Jake Kaitlyn Jones pitched the first three it in the simplest terms so or online. It’s just something program, where he conducts and stranding Yankees' base runners. Sekany ran hard to beat out a play at innings followed by Rachel Pettey that it can fully appreciated that makes sense to me. I hands-on experiments for The Yankees tied the game in the 4th 3rd base. Jace Whatley played great closing it out to a 13-5 win for Phantom. on a line drive single RBI by Garrett defense at 1st and 2nd bases, making On Monday, Almaden Lightning by all,” Lab Director Parney think of time as Forward visiting students and other Hamer. As is typical when these two was the opponent. Libby Schlag several outs. Mason Caldeira went 3 pitched the first inning, shutting Albright said. “Nick did a Movement. Think about it! members of the local com- teams play each other, it once again for 3 with a deep drive up the middle. came down to the 6th inning. The down the Lightning 1-2-3. Singles great job in getting to crux Everything moves forward, munity. Anthony Yazurlo made the catch of from both Hope Alley and Lauren game was tied 2-2 after 5 innings. the year, for the last out of the season.. of this subject – I want to from the universe to every He also is a member of The Giants took a one run lead on a Hermes put Phantom on top with a AA Division: As the season came 1-0 lead. Lightning woke up in the congratulate him for his second of your life. And the DeVry University Elec- supersonic blast to deep centerfield by to an end, Giants' coach Mike Woods second inning and scored 3 runs, but Cayden Ho. The Yankees challenged took a moment to recognize Nathan the Phantom came back and scored efforts.” because everything moves tronics Engineering Advi- right back, and on a grounder hit by Nagengast and Landon Rhodes for 4 more with the help of key bunting forward, man developed a sory Council and regularly Kyle Johnson, JJ Knight scored the go- being always cheerful teammates. and steals by Abby Curlett and Libby ahead run to give the Yankees the win. Shane Pollard will be remembered Schlag. Doubles from Lauren Hermes Here is Williams’ win- way to keep track of this volunteers for the American Giants top players: Aden Calvacanti, for hitting the team's first home run. and Hope Alley also were key. The ning entry: Forward Movement and Cancer Society. Cayden Ho, Antonio Crivello; Yankees Alec Phillips, Alex Giles and Ray score was now 5-3 Phantom at the end What is time? called it time. Man also top players: Blaze Hill, Garret Hamer, Castillo showed off their strong arms of the 3rd inning. Rachel Pettey came Kyle Johnson. pitching this season. Kamden Johnson to pitch and finish off the Lightning Have you ever heard your invented clocks to keep a with a 5-4 Phantom win sending the distinguished himself for having the Phantom into the championship game parents say to you that it’s precise log of this Forward smoothest swing and Matthew Ludwig against the Foster City Flash. time to go to bed or time Movement in years, days, Livermore Girls Softball for the best hand-eye coordination. Rachel Pettey was back to pitch Livermore Girls Softball As- Isaac Romero had many great plays as and that she did, shutting down the to get up, time to go to hours, minutes, seconds, sociation a shortstop and Braden Illingworth was Flash in the first inning. Phantom school, time to clean your and even parts of seconds. Enoteca Five U8: Black & Orange Crush vs. a natural catcher. Caleb Bogdanov was bats came alive with 3 singles and 2 Pretty Pumpkins (game 2 of 2): Both the last game's MVP for hitting an awe- doubles to take a 3-0 lead Flash fought room, time to do this, time I’ll always continue to think Awarded teams played strong and gave it their some ball and Jacob Woods showed he back in the top of the second, scoring 5 to do that, and on and on. of time as Forward Motion. all, but only one team would move on is just an amazing all around player. runs, but Phantom battled stronger and to play in the championship game vs. AAA Division: Rangers 9, A's 6: scored 4 more runs including a 2 RBI Our world runs on a time I’ll also think of it as a For- Gold Medal The Lady Sharks. That team would Championship game. For the Rangers: double from Michaela Cabral and a 2 schedule, and the schedule ward Motion that will never prove to be The Black & Orange Crush, Jacob Hutchinson had a strong start on RBI single from Malia Konig. Flash is so tight that there are change, will never stop, and A Livermore winery winning the game 3-0. Taylor Rapp, the pitchers mound. Justin Pestana came out and scored 5 more runs. Now that won a gold medal in Erika Beakey and Emily Aleman did came in in relief and did not allow with a 10-7 lead, the Flash recorded 2 schedules for everything can never be reversed. outs in the 3rd. The two-out rally began competition at the Alameda exactly what they were asked to do and any runs. Gavin Powers was amazing with singles and doubles from Rachel we do throughout the day then some. Between the 3 of them, they behind the plate making great stops. Pettey, Hope Alley, Michaela Cabral, and clocks that tell you what Williams started his ca- County Fair's Best of the pitched a perfect game with not one Joe Mifsud had a great offensive game Lauren Hermes, Brooke Promes, and Bay Competition was inad- batter ever getting on base. The Crush and played great at 1st base. Caelob Malia Konig to score 5 more runs and time it is so we can do those reer in science as an elec- were flawless on defense and every Stimpson owned short, making several a 12-10 lead. In the 4th and 5th in- things at the correct time. tronic technician aboard the vertently left out of the list single player helped to preserve that impressive plays. For the A's: Mat- nings there was no scoring, just great of winners published in the perfect game for the 3 pitchers. Both thew Hartford led off the game with defense. In the 6th inning, the bats Time is so obvious in our USS Point Defiance for the coaches for the Black and Orange a hard base hit between shortstop and came alive again. Rachel Pettey had lives that no one questions U.S. Navy. He graduated Independent. Crush said that this was by far their 3rd base. Jackson Nystrom hit a shot the bases loaded and struck out the Enoteca Five earned the proudest moment for being a coach. down the 3rd base line getting a triple batter, holding the Flash to one run. it. It’s just there, we have to from Diablo Valley College and bringing Hartford home. Patrick Libby Schlag hit a double followed by live with it, and so we accept with a degree in electronics medal in other Bordeaux Curulla had a base hit up the center to a double from Kaitlyn Jones to add one it. All activity on Earth is and went on to work for varietals for a 2010 Lodi Granada Little League score Nystrom. John Stangl hit a great more run for a 13-11 Phantom lead. In Cabernet Franc. line drive catch at 3rd base. Strong the top of the 7th, the Phantom defense based on time, and this time Lawrence Livermore Na- Granada Little League results: broke down and allowed 6 runs. The Minor A: Yankees vs. Red Sox: pitching by Randy Rego, Patrick Phantom tried to come back in the Both teams played well. Joe Camilleri Curulla and Matthew Hartford. bottom of the 7th, but were unable to pitched two solid innings and had a Majors: Champions Yankees: pull it off. The final was 13-17 with great hit. Nate Lewis executed a stellar Yankees won the title after winning two the Foster City Flash taking the win. throw from right field to home plate. out of three games in the Champion- LEARNING The Yankees' pitching team consisted ship series against the A's. Both teams (continued from page one) of Jake Walton, Armando Cabrera played great and battled to the last out. Father's Day Run and Collin Scott. This was Jake’s first AAA Championship Game #2: The Rotary Club of Pleasanton’s ciation with 72 chapters. Its ghanistan when I found ship programs. time pitching. The Yankees' offense A's 12, Rangers 6: For the Rangers: Father’s Day 5K/10K Run will be mission is the advancement ABC NorCal. The thing I “We train 275 to 300 produced 4 RBI’s – top hitters were Caelob Stimpson had a great offensive held on Sunday, June 16. It starts Marcus Bernal, Nicky Pietro, Nathan day with two doubles. Lead off hitter and finishes under Pleasanton’s Main of the merit shop construc- love most is that the more apprentices annually at the Blanton and Dominic Peri. Although Gavin Powers drew 2 walks that led Street arch. Attracting thousands of tion philosophy, which en- you give to the program, Livermore training facility,” Brayden got hit by the ball, he was the to two scoring runs. Jack McDowell Bay Area runners and walkers each courages open competition the more you get out of the said Kilkenny. “Students fastest runner. Defensive star players hit a strong base hit into center field. year, the 10K run begins at 8 am, the were AJ Bridges, Mason Sprague, and Evan Nystrom, first hit in the second 5K run and walk begins at 8:20 am and and a free-enterprise ap- program. I work hard, and benefit from both classroom Jacob Dominguez. Madden DeKay inning was an outfield fly for a double, a Kids’ Challenge starts at 9:30 am. proach that awards contracts was named 2012’s Carpenter and paid on-the-job train- was missed. that he quickly turned into a triple by Participants may register in advance based solely on merit, re- Apprentice of the Year.” ing.” A's 6, Rangers 2: In the regular stealing 3rd base on an overthrow by at www.spiritrun.com. season finale, the A’s defeated the the Rangers. Patrick Curella up to bat, Over $300,000 in educational gardless of labor affiliation. Every three months, ABC ABC NorCal President Rangers 6-2 in 3 innings. The A’s 1 out, bases loaded for the A's. Patrick scholarships have been awarded over Activities include gov- NorCal hosts a facility tour Toby Cummings said, “We once again relied upon outstanding hit a double to drive in Hartford, the years. The funds raised during ernment representation, open to the public. The next match students up with con- pitching, strong defense and timely Nystrom, and Hawkins and tie up the the 20th Annual event support not hitting. The A’s jumped ahead by score at 3:3 in the first inning with only only college scholarships for local legal advocacy, safety edu- tour will be held August tractors. We know that if we scoring 3 runs in the bottom of the one out. The A's won, tying the series. students, but also other worthwhile cation, workforce develop- 14th. Pre-registration is bring apprentices in, if we’re first. Consecutive singles by Marco community organizations, including ment, recognition through required. The structured not keeping them working Wilde, Adrian Vargas and Gavin Hope Hospice, Rotaplast, The Tri- national and chapter awards two-hour tour begins with as close to full time as pos- Benitez loaded the bases. Power hit- Phantom Softball Valley YMCA, The Valley Humane ter Ozzy Cervantez then ripped a two Phantom 12B played well in the Society and Victims of the Boston programs, employee ben- an information session fol- sible, they’re gone. They RBI double into the outfield in right. Jan Macpherson Memorial Tourna- Marathon Tragedy. efits, information on best lowed by a physical tour of have bills to pay; we get Luke Leary followed with a sharply ment. It was a long, successful week- hit RBI single to plate the 3rd run. end for the Phantom 12B team led by practices and an apprentice- the facility, and ends with that. We have about 92% of Three more runs were tacked on by Pete Schlag and Shannon Giusti. The Splash and Dash ship program designed to de- an opportunity for questions our students working. That’s the A’s in the 2nd inning after Marco first game was against San Carlos The Tri-Valley Triathlon Club will Wilde pitched a scoreless top half of Force. After the first inning, Phantom host the Second Annual Tri-Valley velop a qualified, adaptable, and answers. the highest percentage in the inning. Speedster Tyler Fritz led led 2-1. In the second inning, Phantom Kids Splash & Dash for ages 7-15 and safe workforce. Kilkenny said the most California right now.” off the inning with a solid shot towards ran away with it, scoring 8 more runs on Sunday, July 21 from 9:00am “Our apprenticeship pro- commonly asked questions The apprentice program’s right field but was robbed on a great and holding the Force scoreless. In to 1:00pm at the Dolores Bengtson play by the Ranger’s first baseman. the third and fourth innings, Phantom Aquatic Center in Pleasanton. gram provides an alterna- about the apprenticeship hands-on training can in- The A’s remained focused as player continued to score. All the girls had A series is planned with events on tive career opportunity with program are, “Is experience clude maintaining local non- of the game Wyatt Krauss popped a hits in this game led by the awesome July 15, August 18, and September 8. great potential for profes- required?” No. “How long profit facilities like Shep- nice single over the shortstop’s head to pitching of Rachel Pettey. Kaitlyn The goal is promote the love of sport start the inning. After Adrian stroked Jones, Abby Curlett and Michaela sional development and is the training program?” herd’s Gate, said Kilkenny. another single loading the bases, Gavin Cabral, all contributed with a double and movement to children of the Tri- stayed hot by pounding a double to and a single. The final score was 16-2 Valley community. diversification for those not Depending on the trade, 2 “ABC is committed to in- right-center to score Wyatt and Marco. Phantom. Each Splash & Dash is a swim/ on the college path,” said to 5 years. “How much does creasing opportunities for all Ozzy had another nice RBI single to In the second game, the opponent run event for ages 7-15 that introduces Kilkenny. the apprenticeship program workers in the construction score the 6th run for the A’s. The was the Foster City Flash. This game youth participants to USA Triathlon. A’s couldn’t muster any more runs in proved to be a battle to the end. Phan- This will be a non-competitive event, Carpentry, plumbing, cost?” Aside from the cost industry and developing a the 3rd, despite Joe Keller launching tom scored 4 runs and held the Flash and no times will be taken. Every par- electrical, painting and con- of textbooks and hand tools, safe and trained workforce.” a long single to right field. But they to 1 run during the first 6 innings with ticipant will receive a USAT Splash and finished strong on defense that same the strong pitching of Libby Schlag. In Dash medal, t-shirt and goodies from struction craft labor trades the program is free. Added Crawford, “This inning. Wyatt made his pitching debut the top of the7th inning, Flash scored 3 our sponsors. More information on the are the five apprenticeships Funding comes from program is perfect for self- recording a strikeout during his outing. runs to tie the game. Phantom battled event website, http://trivalleytriclub. offered in the state and fed- two sources: California starters and motivated in- With 2 outs and the bases loaded, third back in the bottom of the 7th. Hope com/youth/splash baseman Gavin cleanly fielded a slow Alley started off with a single followed Participants must be able to swim erally approved program. Department of Education dividuals. Gender does not grounder and fired a strike to Joe at by Rachel Pettey with another single. at least 25 yards independently without For apprentice Mckenna RSI (related and supple- matter. The construction home plate just in front of the runner Ellen Ebbers finished the Flash off by stopping. Fee is $30 per child through for the final out. hitting a bomb into center field to score Crawford, a member of the mental instruction) funds, industry will greatly benefit the tie breaking run to win the game. June 15. Price goes up to $35 June United States Navy, the and companies working on with more diversity.” The final score was 5-4 Phantom. 16. Includes one day USAT license. Sunday morning, pool play Register online or find more informa- training has proved benefi- California public works who For more information, Livermore National LL ended with a game against San Mateo tion on the event website http://trival- cial. “I was coming home are required to contribute to visit www.abcnorcal.org. Livermore National Little League Slammers. Rachel Pettey pitched a leytriclub.com/youth/splash results: from deployment in Af- state-approved apprentice-

Suite B, Livermore, CA The registrant began to :s/: Suneet Sudan, President (have) withdrawn as General This business was conducted LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 94551, is hereby registered transact business under the This statement was filed Partner(s) from the Partner- by: FOR INFORMATION NAME STATEMENT by the following owner(s): fictitious business name(s) with the County Clerk of ship under: /s/: Charles F. Bellavia PLACING LEGAL FILE NO. 478091 FILE NO. 478412 The following person(s) doing Kevin Schell, 6305 Tioga listed above on N/A. Alameda on May 13, 2013. Fictitious Business Name: /s/: Terry R. Lucchesi NOTICES The following person(s) doing Pass Court, Livermore, CA Signature of Registrants Expires May 13, 2018. Living Bethlehem, 4166 So- This statement was filed with Call 925-243-8000 business as: Vasco Mobile- business as: The POOL- SMITH, 1946 Locust St., 94551 :s/: Khashayar Zeyae The Independent Legal No. nia St, Livermore, CA 94550. the County Clerk-Recorder of home Park, 6539 Southfront This business is conducted This statement was filed 3468. Published May 30, The Fictitious business Name Alameda County on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Road, Livermore, CA 94551, Livermore, CA 94551, is NAME STATEMENT hereby registered by the by an Individual with the County Clerk of June 6, 13, 20, 2013. Statement for the Partnership May 20, 2013. is hereby registered by the The registrant began to Alameda on May 21, 2013. was filed on 01/30/2012 in the The Independent Legal No. FILE NO. 477195 following owner(s): STATEMENT OF following owner(s): transact business under the Expires May 21, 2018. County of Alameda. 3469. 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Queirolo 3461. Published May 23, 30, Livermore, CA 94550, is Pleasanton, CA 94566 :s/: Abdul Yawary - President This statement was filed June 6, 13, 2013. hereby registered by the This business is conducted This statement was filed with the County Clerk of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS following owner(s): by a Corporation with the County Clerk of Alameda on May 7, 2013. Khashayar Zeyae, 835 Bren- The registrant began to Alameda on May 1, 2013. NAME STATEMENT Expires May 7, 2018. FILE NO. 478166 nan Way, Livermore, CA transact business under the Expires May 1, 2018. The Independent Legal No. 94550 fictitious business name(s) The Independent Legal No. The following person(s) doing 3458. Published May 23, 30, business as: My Mechanic of This business is conducted listed above on N/A. 3455. Published May16, 23, June 6, 13, 2013. by an Individual Signature of Registrants 30, June 6, 2013. Livermore, 3593 First Street, The Independent, JUNE 6, 2013 - PAGE 11

Hookah, 2407 2nd Street, Livermore, CA 94550, is ANIMALS LOST - Family Cat with NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS REAL ESTATE hereby registered by the Chip REWARD 2) CATS/ DOGS Lost in Livermore. Orange 155) NOTICES Inland Valley following owner(s): Publishing Co. tabby with orange eyes. “NOTICE TO READERS: Michael A. Blaz, 2808 ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for Client Code:04126-00001 Hawkins Lane, Tracy, CA adoption information contact No collar, with front paws California law requires that declawed. Approx. 18 lbs, 5 contractors taking jobs that Re: Legal Notice for 95377 Valley Humane Society at Classified Ads (925)426-8656. years old. total $500 or more (labor This business is conducted and/or materials) be licensed The Federal Fair Housing by an Individual Act, Title VII of the Civil Adopt a new best friend: Mother needs you dearly so by the Contractors State The registrant began to TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal License Board. State law Rights Act of 1964, and state transact business under the God watch over “Tigger”. law prohibit advertisements Rescue, offers animals for Due to illness mom is back in also requires that contractors fictitious business name(s) adoption every Saturday include their license numbers for housing and employment listed above on N/A. Arizona. Please help us find on all advertising. Check your that contain any preference, and Sunday, excluding most our beloved family member. Signature of Registrants holidays. On Saturdays from contractor’s status at www. limitation or discrimination :s/: Michael Anthony Blaz cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- based on protected classes, 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are Can call AVID Microchip including race, color, religion, This statement was filed available at the Pleasanton CSLB (2752). Unlicensed with the County Clerk of (800) 336-2843 or Aman- persons taking jobs less sex, handicap, familial status Farmers Market at W. Angela da @ (925) 922-4893 or or national origin. IVPC does Alameda on May 24, 2013. and First Streets. Two loca- than $500 must state in their Expires May 24, 2018. Dee @ (928) 897-0189 advertisements that they are not knowingly accept any tions will showcase cats only: or e-mail: calamity329@ not licensed by the Contrac- advertisements that are in Profile of a Seller The Independent Legal No. Petsmart in Dublin from 12:00 hotmail.com Thank you tors State License Board.” violation of the law. By Cher Wollard 3470. Published May 30, to 4:00 and the Pet Extreme June 6, 13, 20, 2013. in Livermore from 12:00 As of Tuesday morning, there were a total of 65 residential NOTICE of INVITING BIDS to 4:00. On Sundays, cats properties on the market in Livermore. This includes single- Notice is hereby given that are available at Petsmart family homes, townhouses, condominiums, mobile homes, sealed competitive bids will in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, Large Ranch Property For Sale! be accepted in the office of and Pet Extreme in Livermore 10366 South Flynn Road, Livermore • Asking Price $1,499,000 duplexes, country property – everything. Contrast this a year the GSA-Purchasing Depart- from 12:00 to 4:00. For more ago when the total was about double that at 129 a year ago, or ment, County of Alameda, information, call Terry at (925) five years ago, when there were 508 homes on the market here. 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite 487-7279 or visit our website 907, Oakland, CA 94612 at www.tvar.org Nationally, the number of homes for sale is at the lowest NETWORKING BIDDERS FERAL CAT FOUNDATION point since December 1994, at about 2 million. Inventory is at a CONFERENCES for RFP Cat & kitten adoptions now 4.2 month supply. This means that if no more homes came on #901038 Probation Data at the new Livermore Petco Management System South on Saturdays from 10:00AM the market, and sales continued at the current level, all of the County – Thursday, June 13, to 2:30PM. We have many housing inventory would be sold in about four and half months. 2013 at 2:00 PM at Social adorable, tame kittens that Services Agency, California The situation in the Bay Area is even more extreme, with nd have been tested for FIV & Brad Slabaugh Poppy Room A&B, 2 Floor, FELV, altered & vaccinated. ® inventory in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties at less than a 24100 Amador Street, Hay- REALTOR , CRS, We also have adult cats & GRI, SRES, CDPE one month supply. In the Tri-Valley, Livermore and Dublin have ward, CA and North County ranch cats for adoption. – Monday, June 17, 2013 at (925) 997-4905 only a half-month of inventory, while in Pleasanton the figure 2:00 PM at General Services EMPLOYMENT DRE#01347388 th is 1.4 months. Agency, Room 1107, 11 56) ADULT CARE Floor, 1401 Lakeside Drive, And yet, sales are up, with California leading the nation and Oakland, CA Response Due Independent Contractors the Bay Area leading California. by 2:00 pm on July 19, 2013 Wanted. Senior Home County Contact: Lovell Health Care. Must have ex- More than a quarter of all Americans say now is a good time Laurente (510) 208-9621 or perience. Senior Solutions, to sell a home, according to a recent survey by the Federal Na- via email: lovell.laurente@ Inc (925)443-3101. tional Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae). This is the highest acgov.org Attendance at BE WARY of out of area Networking Conference is companies. Check with the such response in three years. Non-mandatory. Specifica- local Better Business Bureau More people are starting to put their homes on the market. The tions regarding the above before you send money or Ellen Bettencourt Wall Street Journal projects an increase of 12 percent in home may be obtained at the Al- fees. Read and understand 112+ ACRE RANCH! Quiet location! Horse Property ameda County GSA Current Broker Associate, CDPE, sales this year over 2012. any contracts before you with many other possible uses! Close to downtown & HAFA Certified, Seniors Contracting Opportunities sign. Shop around for rates. Internet website at www. shopping! Approx. 2 mi NE from intersection of Greenville Real Estate Specialist There may be more buyers than sellers in the market, but the acgov.org. MERCHANDISE Road & Patterson Pass Road, nestled in a sleepy canyon. (925) 899-0800 sellers are coming back. Charming “1890” residence features many modern 6/6/13 127) LOST/ FOUND email: [email protected] So who is selling? CNS-2492267# updates, including solar system for low PG&E. Fantastic DRE#00849855 THE INDEPENDENT Legal WALLET FOUND wrap-around porch & views! Multiple barns, outbuildings The folks who are selling those 65 Livermore homes – plus No. 3471 on bike path behind & a huge 4 car garage/shop. Williamson Tax Preserve! the 75 in Pleasanton and the 53 in Dublin – include long-time Our Savior Lutheran NOTICE OF APPLICATION Church Horse arena too! Visit www.sFlynnRd.com for residents and folks who purchased their homes just a few years TO 5/24/2013 more information. Open House during Rodeo Weekend! Accord ago; people who are being transferred out of state; families who SELL ALCOHOLIC Please call (925)443-2245 BEVERAGES OPEN JUNE 8TH & 9TH, 2PM TO 4:30PM have wanted to move up but couldn’t until now because they Date of Filing Application: didn’t have enough equity in their homes to make a move; older May 17, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: folks, many of whom own their homes outright, who want to The Names(s) of the downsize or move to assisted living; landlords and investors who Applicant(s) is/are: GARRE VINEYARD AND have been waiting for the right time to sell; and at least a couple WINERY INC of “flippers,” who purchased homes in poor condition which they The applicants listed above then renovated and are reselling for a profit. are applying to the Depart- ment of Alcoholic Beverage According to a 2012 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, Control to sell alcoholic bev- 66 percent are sellers who have sold property before. They have erages at: 7986 TESLA RD lived in their current homes an average of nine years and will be LIVERMORE, CA 94550- purchasing new homes no more than 19 miles away. 9353 Of these sellers: Type of license(s) Applied for: 47 - On-Sale General Eat- • 81 percent sold detached homes ing Place • 7 percent sold townhouses Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control • 5 percent sold apartments or condominiums 1515 Clay St. Ste 2208 • 2 percent sold duplexes Oakland, CA 94612 • 6 percent sold other types of homes, such as mobile homes (510) 622-4970 The Independent Legal No. They sold to relocate for their jobs (16 percent), or because 3472. Published June 6, 13, they needed larger homes (16 percent), they wanted to move 20, 2013. closer to family or friends (14 percent), they wanted to live FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT in a more desirable neighborhood (11 percent), or there was a FILE NO. 478823 change in their family situation — marriage, divorce, birth or The following person(s) doing death (9 percent). business as: UNCLE Invest- ment Services, 2100 Las Once on the market, 35 percent sold their homes in less than Positas Court, Livermore, CA one month. The median was 11 weeks. 94551, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): And 15 percent sold their homes at full listing price, while 35 UNCLE Credit Union, 2100 percent sold their homes for between 95 and 99 percent of the list- Las Positas Court, Livermore, ing price; 22 percent sold theirs for 90 to 94 percent of list price. CA 94551 This business is conducted Of course, these statistics are national, and they are from a by a Corporation year ago. The registrant began to transact business under the East Bay sellers today are getting an average of 106 percent fictitious business name(s) of list price. listed above on N/A. Will this sellers’ market continue? No one knows for sure. Signature of Registrants :s/: Harold Roundtree, Presi- What we do know is that 96 percent of Americans still believe dent/CEO homeownership is “important,” according to the U.S. Census. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of This includes 77 percent of 25-34 year olds and 78 percent of Alameda on May 24, 2013. 35-44 year olds, who say it is “very important.” Expires May 24, 2018. Despite the limited inventory, 87 percent say low mortgage The Independent Legal No. 3473. Published June 6, 13, rates and affordable home prices make this a good time to pur- 20, 27, 2013. chase a home. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS While more new homes are being built, construction is still NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 478587 60 percent below expected household growth. That means most The following person(s) do- of those eager buyers will purchase existing homes. Many will ing business as: JBA Equine settle for less than they want, and then remodel or expand those Services, 4006 Dyer Road, Livermore, CA 94551, is homes to better suit their needs. hereby registered by the The Case Shiller Pricing Index released last week indicated following owner(s): Jill Barclay Alchorn, 4006 that U.S. home prices increased 10.2 percent over the last twelve Dyer Road, Livermore, CA months. For the East Bay, that figure is 35.3 percent. 94551 The Home Price Expectation Survey released in May predicts This business is conducted by an Individual home values will increase by at least an additional 3.5 percent The registrant began to for each of the next five years. transact business under the fictitious business name(s) As long as this situation remains, homeowners will be in an listed above on N/A. excellent position to sell their homes quickly and for a good price. Signature of Registrants If you are interested in buying or selling a home, contact your :s/: Jill Barclay Alchorn This statement was filed local Realtor today. with the County Clerk of Alameda on May 17, 2013. Expires May 17, 2018. Interest Rates Top 4 Percent The Independent Legal No. Interest rates on home mortgages are creeping back up from 3474. Published June 6, 13, the historic lows of the past year. Rates on conventional 30-year 20, 27, 2013. fixed mortgages are at a national average of 4.11 percent, as of NOTICE OF APPLICATION for CHANGE in OWNER- Tuesday morning. This is an increase of about a half-percent in SHIP of ALCOHOLIC the past six months. BEVERAGE LICENSE Rates on jumbo loans average 4.22 percent; while 15-year Date of Filing Application: May 21, 2013 fixed rate mortgages are at 3.26. To Whom It May Concern: Adjustable rate 5/1 ARMs remain low at 2.76 percent. The Names(s) of the Rates for refinancing tend to be slightly lower. Applicant(s) is/are: ROYA AFGHAN CUISINE There are variations in rates by state and region, and an in- LLC dividual borrower’s credit, work history, financial situation and The applicants listed above equity in the property may also affect what rates are available. are applying to the Depart- ment of Alcoholic Beverage For information specific to your situation, contact your trusted Control to sell alcoholic bev- mortgage specialist. If you do not have one, your Realtor can erages at: recommend someone. 2020 FIRST STREET LIVERMORE, CA 94550- Cher Wollard is a Realtor with 4406 Prudential California Realty, Livermore. Type of license(s) Applied for: 41 - On-Sale Beer And Wine - Eating Place Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control 1515 Clay St. Ste 2208 Oakland, CA 94612 To place a classified ad in (510) 622-4970 The Independent Legal No. The Independent, 3475. Published June 6, 2013. call 925-243-8000 PAGE 12 - The Independent, JUNE 6, 2013

Swashbuckling Event Glass House Museum will be held unless other fees are specified. and track and field teams and vice Pleasanton’s Museum on Main at 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1pm and Participants may call 925-960-2400 president of the Gardening Club invites all swashbuckling preschool- tours of Forest Home Farms Historic for more information. at Dougherty Valley High School. ers to “Ahoy, Mateys!” a morning Park, including the tractor museum, DSRSD created the scholarship of books and activities as part of at 11am and 1pm. Each tour lasts ap- to inspire young people to study proximately 45 minutes and the fee DSRSD Scholar fields related to water resources. It is M.o.M.’s Reading Time, a monthly Justin Salomon Tran, a gradu- is $5 per person or $8 for both tours named for the late James B. Kohnen, preschool, pre-literacy program. On ating senior at Dougherty Valley taken on the same day. Tour tickets a former member of the DSRSD Wednesday, June 12th at 10 a.m., X High School in San Ramon, is the can be purchased in the Gift Shoppe. Board of Directors, who devoted marks the spot for pirates in search first recipient of the $2,000 DSRSD Children ages 2 and under are free. many years of his life to managing of some fun. James B. Kohnen Scholarship. He For more information about and protecting the public water sup- Book reading begins at 10 a.m. received his award Tuesday night, Forest Home Farms Historic Park ply and other vital resources. 1001 Nights with themed make-and-take crafts June 4, 2013, at the Dublin San call (925) 973-3284 or visit www. In his scholarship application, immediately following. Admission Ramon Services District Board SanRamon.ca.gov. Forest Home Justin said, “By pursuing a degree is free. Donations are always ap- meeting. Farms Historic Park is located at in Earth Science with an emphasis Exotic Belly Dancing preciated. No reservations required. Justin plans to study geophysics 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., in Geophysics, not only will I work Large groups or playgroups should at the University of California at just south of Pine Valley Road in towards solutions to Earth’s seem- Performance by call in advance: 925.462.2766 or Santa Barbara. He has been a mem- San Ramon. ingly everlasting environmental email: education@museumon- ber of the National Honor Society problem, I will be able to share main.org. since 2011, a camp counselor at Morpheus happiness through preservation of The Museum on Main is located Walker Creek Outdoor School since Backpacking the outdoors for all human beings.” at 603 Main Street in historic down- Backpacking Tutorial will 2011, and captain of the football Sunday, town Pleasanton. It is open to the be offered on Sat., June 8 by the public Tuesday through Saturday Livermore Area Recreation and Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday District ranger staff . June 9th 1– 4 p.m. For more information Meet Ranger Danny Haberman about current exhibits and programs, at 2 p.m. at the entrance to Sycamore 6:30 pm visit the Museum’s web site at Grove Park, 1501 Wetmore Road. www.museumonmain.org or phone Summer is here, and it’s time 925.462.2766. to pull our packs out of the closet and get ready for some adventure. Job Counseling While it’s exciting to go out into Free counseling on job search the wilderness, it’s important to be skills and resume writing available prepared. Join this program to learn at the Pleasanton Public Library tips on what to keep in your pack, The Pleasanton Public Library how it should fit properly, First Aid offers free consultations with an tips and tricks and much more will experienced Employment Recruiter. be included. Sign up at the Reference Desk for a There is a $5 per vehicle parking For Reservation 20 minute consultation. fee at either entrance to Sycamore (925) 243-1477 Receive help with resume writ- Grove Park. A $2 donation is re- ing, find employment web sites, quested to help support the programs 1770 First St., Livermore learn how to search for a job on the web, and get help with online applications. The Pleasanton Library has support materials available to assist job seekers. For appointments call the Reference Desk at 925/931-3400, ext. 4. This is an ongoing service. Library programs are free and open FREE FREE to everyone. BATTERY TEST BRAKE INSPECTION LIVERMORE AUTOGROUP Don’t get stuck this spring. Higher & lower Working Dogs temperatures can take a toll on your battery. Forest Home Farms Historic Why take a chance? Take advantage of this Park and the Glass House Museum 2266 Kittyhawk Rd, Livermore, CA 94551 deal instead! Please present coupon when service order is written. 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Dogs and their handlers COOLING SUMMER MAJOR AIR from the Northern California Work- FUEL SAVER SPECIAL ing Sheep Dog Association will SYSTEM MAINTENANCE CONDITIONING Free 21 point inspection Includes: Includes: practice their skills herding sheep SERVICE • Replace engine oil & filter • RSERVICEeplace engine oil & filter • ReplacCHECKe engine oil & filter in open fields and through obstacle • Check & top off fluids courses. From 10:00am – 1:00pm Drain and Fill NOW • Rotate 4 tires meet a police dog from the San Includes Regularly $ 95 • Test battery $ off $ 95 Ramon Police Department and see One Gallon of Coolant $39.95 • Replace fuel filter 19 • Replace air filter 100 69 demonstrations of his searching Lube, Oil & Filter, & Tire Rotation • Fuel conditioner 30, 60, or 90K Includes abilities at 10:30 and 11:30. 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On the first Fridays of end of First Street and contains additional gallery act is to be announced. June, July, and August, the extending out Stanley space and offices, the grand On June 7, the gallery City of Pleasanton’s Fire- Boulevard. In fact, most of lobby and mezzanine, the- features a new installation house Arts Center will be the red common brick used ater, box office, and studio/ to visit titled The Contem- open to the public, offering in Alameda County from rehearsal spaces, which porary Landscape. The a variety of free events and 1881 to 1935 came from incorporate state-of-the-art Harrington Gallery at the activities in the Firehouse the Pleasanton plant. sound, video, and lighting Firehouse incorporates Theater, Harrington Gal- The new Firehouse arts systems. two large gallery spaces lery, Studio Classrooms, complex, which opened During Firehouse First totaling over 2000 square and grand Atrium Lobby. in the fall of 2010, was Fridays, the Firehouse feet of high-end art instal- Just completing its designed by ELS Archi- Theater will host an “Open lation facilities, which will third season of shows, tecture and Urban Design. Mic” event starting at 5:15 be open free to the public exhibitions, and arts The City of Pleasanton en- p.m., which will be an- during all Firehouse First programming, the center gaged a forensic architect chored by a different guest Fridays. in downtown Pleasanton is to assist in the preserva- closing act each month. The two-story high a complex that combines tion and restoration of the The public may sign up Grand Atrium Lobby, the historically preserved original structure, as they starting at 4:30 p.m. on the which includes the glass original Firehouse Station built out the new wings day of the show to have pedestrian bridge and up- #1 with integrated new around it. Some elements for a chance to perform on per mezzanine, will host construction. of the restoration include the Firehouse stage that local artists demonstrating The original Pleasan- hand-crafted replicas of the evening. The first Fire- their various art forms. ton Firehouse was built original cedar engine bay house Open Mic on June Landscape and still life in 1928-9 using bricks doors, and the relocation of 7 will feature the Pleasan- painter Sally Haig will made from Pleasanton clay the original fire pole to the ton’s award-winning teen demonstrate her collage produced by the famous lobby. The old firehouse improv team Creatures of and mixed media style of Remillard Brick Company now contains part of the Impulse. On July 5, local working with bright, vivid and Kilns. The company Harrington Gallery, offices singer-songwriter Ryan color on June 7. On Fri- once occupied much of the and meeting spaces. The Cassata is the featured day, July 5, popular local property on the northern new building complex closing act. August closing (continued on page 2) 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 Summer Reading for All Ages at the Livermore Public Library

Summer reading is for Teens entering grades 6-12 what was read and hav- 2013 Summer Reading plete the program win a June 14, 2013 to register everyone at the Livermore can participate in the Teen ing fun. Sign up and start Program for children who special prize. and begin recording the Public Library. Chil- Reading Program where tracking summer reading are independent readers Complementing the books you read, through dren who are independent they can earn raffle tickets on the Livermore Public ages four and over. The reading programs will be a August 17, 2013. For every readers may participate in and enter to win prizes. Library’s website, www. Summer Reading Program host of activities and enter- two books teens read, a the “Reading is So Deli- Adults can join in the fun livermorelibrary.net start- encourages children to tainment—from storytimes raffle ticket is earned to put cious” Summer Reading with a program tailored just ing June 14, 2013. All pro- improve their reading skills and crafts to magicians, toward the prize of choice. Program, while pre-readers for adults. grams run through August over the summer, while music and dance from a Read ten (10) books and are invited to partake in a Prizes will be awarded 17, 2013. earning prizes along the variety of cultures, clowns, receive a small prize and an special reading program in all programs, with the “Reading is So Deli- way. Children may earn wild animals, puppets, extra raffle ticket. designed just for them. goal of reading, sharing cious.” is the theme of the a weekly themed prize for storytellers and a magician. In addition to summer reading each week toward These events are free and reading programs for chil- their goal. Prizes may open to the public, how- dren and teens, the Liver- include swimming and ever, in order to participate more Public Library invites bowling passes, small toys, in the reading programs grownups to participate in bookmarks and a variety and win prizes, registra- the Adult Summer Read- of Livermore food and tion is required. This year, ing Program. Go online entertainment vendor cou- you may register and begin at www.livermorelibrary. pons. Independent readers tracking your reading on- net starting June 14, 2013 who reach the final reading line beginning June 14, at to register and begin list- goal will also receive an www.livermorelibrary.net. ing books and writing Olympic-style medal, a Teens who love to read comments about what the presentation to the City and win prizes are invited books read. For every Council as a Super Reader to join in the summer read- three books read, up to a and be entered into a raffle ing fun as well. Participants maximum of twelve (12), for a bicycle, compliments in the Teen Summer Read- the reader will be entered of Livermore Cyclery. ing Program will be those in a raffle for a chance to th th Flying High, Diane Rodriguez Younger pre-readers, entering 6 through 12 win movie tickets and gift including babies, can grades and teens are eli- certificates to local restau- enroll in the Pre-Readers’ gible to win movie passes, rants and merchants. Program. In this program, a Target gift card, a Macy’s For more information, Pt. Reyes, Larry Gipson parents and their children gift card or a Barnes and visit the Livermore Public read together and receive Noble Nook Simple Touch. Library’s web site at www. points and stickers along Go online at www.liver- livermorelibrary.net, or call the way. Those who com- morelibrary.net starting 373-5500. Wente to FIREHOUSE FRIDAYS Host PAL's (continued from front page) Gallery watercolorist Marge Atkins Wardrope. Among other house Arts Center, includ- will show and share her honors, Wardrope was ing theater technicians, methods with that tricky selected by Senator Ellen gallery staff, and manage- on the medium. And on August Corbett to produce the ment, will be on hand to 2, Denise Oyama Miller painting representing her chat and answer questions Green will be creating artwork district displayed at the about the Firehouse and its Gotcha2, Eugenia Zobel Let's Play, Linda Sailors using fiber and mixed state capitol building in various activities. Light re- media. Says Miller: “The Sacramento. The July kids freshments, balloons, face- challenge of taking an idea art activity will be led by painting by Valerie Daft of Wente Vineyards will be hosting the Pleasanton Art League for a show on June 8 on Limelight Faces, are also the lawn overlooking the Course At Wente. from inspiration to artwork the Pleasanton teen leader- is thrilling.” ship team. The August on tap for the Firehouse Gallery on the Green will be held at Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo Rd., Livermore First Fridays. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children visiting on studio project is presented First Fridays will have the by Sadhna Sharma from Firehouse Arts Center The art work was created by a variety of local artists. There will be wine tasting stations is located in downtown amid the art booths featuring Wente wines. The winetasting includes a commemorative opportunity to create their Young Rembrandts, the Pleasanton at 4444 Rail- wineglass. own art upstairs in one of international arts education road Avenue. For more Admission to the art show is free. There is a small charge for the winetasting and the free Studio Classroom organization that has taught information, visit www. glass. For more information call the Vineyard Tasting Room at 925-456-2405. For artist project sessions. On June thousands of 4-12 year olds firehousearts.org, or call information call the show chairperson, Eugenia Zobel at 925 443-7266. 7 the facilitator is local how to draw since 1988. 925-931-4848. artist and instructor Debbie The staff of the Fire- THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 3 'Voices from the Civil War' Kicks Off Summer Series on Civil War and the Constitution 2012 Museum on Main kicks War at Museum on Main. SEASON2013 off a summer series of Civil Light refreshments will be War related exhibit and served. Free program. programs on Tuesday, June • Sunday, June 23: The Quebe 11 at 7 p.m. in “An Evening Abraham Lincoln and the Sisters Band with Voices from the Civil Struggle Against Slavery Texas Fiddle with War.” and Disunion: A Sesquicen- Three-Part Harmony This first program is part tennial Perspective: 2-3:30 FRI JUN 7 8pm of the monthly Ed Kin- PM, Pleasanton Public RODEO WEEKEND ney Speakers Series at the Library. Historian Gerald Firehouse Arts Center and Henig (Professor Emeritus, Don Edwards will include two portrayals CSU East Bay) examines America’s Country Troubadour of Civil War characters. the myths and the realities SAT JUN 8 8pm Alyssa Foster will step of Lincoln's role in the war into the spotlight as an that transformed America, abolitionist and Yankee from his opinions on slav- spy, Elizabeth Van Lew. ery and African-Americans Livermore Ernie Manzo, member of to his talents as wartime School the American Civil War commander-in-chief to his of Dance Association takes the stage ideas for dealing with the Summer Ballet as a Civil War soldier to defeated Confederacy. Free & Jazz Recitals display the uniform pieces, program presented with JUN 15 11am & 3pm weapons, and talk about life support from ALA Public JUN 21,22,23 7 & 2pm in the soldier encampments. Program Office and the Due to a scheduling National Endowment for change, Ethan Foster will the Humanities Xtreme Force be unable to perform in the • Friday, June 28: Film Dance Company role of politician and politi- Fridays: Glory: 2-5 PM, Dance Around the World cal theorist for the south, Pleasanton Public Library. THU JUN 27 6:30pm John C. Calhoun. The story of the 54th Mas- The Museum on Main sachusetts Infantry, one of and Pleasanton Public Li- the first African-American Pavlo brary have collaborated to regiments to serve in the Guitar Master of Flamenco produce several programs Union Army. Matthew and Latin Rhythms supporting the exhibit Lin- Broderick, Morgan Free- FRI JUN 28 8pm coln: The Constitution and Alyssa Foster will perform as Yankee spy Elizabeth man, Denzel Washington. the Civil War: Van Lew. Free program. Led Zeppelin • "Lincoln: The Con- • Wednesday, July 3: stitution and the Civil Civil War," does not seek ties. Lincoln: the Constitu- Fourth of July Picnic: 12 Concert War," will be on display to provide easy answers, tion and the Civil War is PM, Pleasanton Public Experience from June 12 to July 28. but rather a deeper under- based on an exhibition of Library, front lawn. Cel- Featuring Heartbreaker Museum on Main is one standing of the issues that the same name developed ebrate the Fourth like it’s SAT JUN 29 8pm of the selected venues for Lincoln faced in leading by the National Constitu- 1863. Fife and drum band, this traveling exhibition, the United States through tion Center. storytelling, refreshments, which examines Abra- the most grueling test--of • Tuesday, June 12: An children’s activities. Free Nitty Gritty ham Lincoln's struggle its existence as well as of Evening with Voices from program. to meet the constitutional its ideals--this country has the Civil War, 7 PM, Fire- • Sunday, July 7: Dirt Band challenges posed by the ever faced. house Arts Center, 4444 Lincoln and the Constitu- Original Country Rock Legends American Civil War. Is the Lincoln: the Constitu- Railroad Ave., Plesanton. tion Today: 2-3:30 PM, SUN JUL 7 7pm United States one nation or tion and the Civil War , Tickets available at Mu- Pleasanton Public Library. a federation of sovereign a traveling exhibition for seum on Main: $10 general Legal scholars Margalynne Oliver! states? How can a country libraries, was organized by admission, $5 seniors/Mu- Armstrong and Daniel Far- Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre founded on the premise that the National Constitution seum members, $3 students ber discuss with modera- JUL 20,21,26,27,28 8 & 2pm "all men are created equal" Center and the American or teachers w/ID. tor Jesse Choper how the AUG 2,3,4 8 & 2pm tolerate slavery? And what Library Association Public • Wednesday, June 13: issues of the Civil War still weight should our civil Programs Office. The trav- Exhibit Opening and Re- affect America today. Free liberties carry in the midst eling exhibition has been ception, 5-7 PM, Museum program presented with CALL CLICK of a national crisis? made possible by a major on Main. Celebrate the support from ALA Public 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org The exhibit, "Lincoln: grant from the National En- opening of Lincoln: The Program Office and the COME BY The Constitution and the dowment for the Humani- Constitution and the Civil (continued on page 4) 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 CIVIL WAR (continued from page 3) Art Walk Set for This Saturday in Pleasanton National Endowment for the Humanities. Join Nancy and Gary Twelve sculptures have Friday, July 12: Film Harrington on Saturday, been donated by the Har- Fridays: Lincoln: 2-5 PM, June 8 as they lead a Public ringtons and through An- Pleasanton Public Library. Art Walk. other H.A.P.P.Y. (Another One of 2012’s biggest pic- Learn about the newly Harrington Art Partnership tures comes to the Library. installed Public Art sculp- Piece for You). Learn more Daniel Day-Lewis stars as ture "Joyful Empower- about this art partnership and Lincoln fighting to pass ment," donated by Bob and how any donation is appreci- the 13th amendment ban- Marilyn Athenour, through ated. Brochures with maps ning slavery. Sally Field, Another H.A.P.P.Y. Fre- will be distributed. Finally, Tommy Lee Jones. Free quent stops at sculptures and learn about two additional program. murals are provided to view art pieces to be installed • Saturday, July 13: them and to hear stories this year. Family Day: Civil War En- about how they came to be The Pleasanton Public campment. 11 AM-2 PM, in Pleasanton. Art Walk brochure and map Museum on Main front lawn. Civil War re-enactors This free, last of four, can be downloaded from present the daily lives of 2nd-Saturday monthly- either www.harringtonar- Johnny Reb and Billy Yank guided art walk, begins at tpartnership.org, or www. on campaign, and receive the parking lot of the City publicartarchive.org/pleas- Council chambers on Old anton. Visit the Public Art a visit from President Lin- Nancy Harrington (far right) talks about a mural in the downtown during a recent walk. coln. Free program. Bernal Avenue Saturday, Archives, Pleasanton web- • Friday, July 19: Film June 8th, at 8:30 am. Allow pants will view the sculpture This Southhern Pleas- in the Library, Civic Park, site to view 33 Pleasanton Fridays: Conspirator: 2-5 about two hours for walk. that stopped Traffic on Main anton Saturday Art Walk Centennial Park area, and Public Art. PM, Pleasanton Public During this walk, partici- Street. will include public artwork the Firehouse Art Center. Library. John Wilkes Booth was only the trigger man in the conspiracy to assas- Youth, Ages 19 and under, Invited to Particpate in 2013 Get to Know Contest sinate Abraham Lincoln. Bay Area agencies and world. The Get to Know Service (Operating Don to learn about wildlife,” said phy, video and music entries This film unfolds the story the international Get to Contest is being launched Edwards National Wildlife Board President John Sutter. may be submitted online at through the trial of Mary Know Program are work- throughout the United Refuge) support the contest “We’re looking forward to GetToKnow.ca until No- Surratt, whose boarding ing together to encourage States this spring with spe- in the Bay Area. Look for seeing the creativity of Bay vember 1, 2013. View en- house was a meeting-place youth to connect with nature cial events throughout the related programs and activi- Area youth.” tries online in the Get to for the plotters. Robin through the 2013 Get to country. Locally, view youth ties offered by each agency. “By expressing and shar- Know Gallery during the Wright, James McAvoy, Know Contest. artwork and contest infor- In addition, any entries from ing their artistic impressions entire contest run. Contest Kevin Kline. Free pro- The goal of the contest mation at the Healthy Parks Alameda or Contra Costa of nature, youth establish a winners will receive priz- gram. is to engage the power of Healthy People Festival, to counties will be included much-needed lifelong bond es, including art supplies, Lectures are general art to help youth connect be held June 22 at Quarry in a special online gallery of interest and stewardship books, outdoor gear and seating at the Firehouse with nature. The contest Lakes Regional Recreation sponsored by the East Bay for our natural world,” said cameras. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad invites youth (19 years and Area, Fremont. Regional Park District. Ray Murray, Chief of Part- For further information Avenue, Pleasanton, CA under) to get outdoors and The East Bay Regional “The East Bay Regional nerships Program for the on the 2013 Get to Know 94566. The tickets are submit works of art, writing, Park District, US Forest Ser- Park District is proud to par- Pacific West Region of the Contest, please visit Get- $10 General Admission, photography, video or music vice, National Park Service, ticipate in the Get to Know National Park Service. ToKnow.ca. $5 Members and Seniors, inspired by their natural and the US Fish & Wildlife Program, encouraging youth Art, writing, photogra- and $3 Students/Teachers with ID. For more information or to purchase tickets, Dublin Idol Winners Announced contact Museum on Main At a competition held at ing 30 singers, on May 16. of a song, with musical School in Dublin. Autumn Wells Middle School) and during regular operating the Dublin Farmers' Market The competition was broken accompaniment. The judges Kelly performed “Dog Days Victoria Oblina (12th grader hours or by phoning the on May 16th and 30th, So- down into two age group for the final round, Dub- are Over” by Florence and at Dublin High School), museum at (925) 462- phia Huang, a 6th grader at categories – 5th through lin councilmembers Kevin the Machine. Kelly is a each received $200; and the 2766. Tickets purchased Wells Middle School, and 8th grade students, and 9th Hart and David Haubert, 9th grader at Dublin High third place winners, Kyle by phone will be available Autumn Kelly, a 9th grader through 12th graders. In the local singer Kathy Black- School. DelMundo (a 5th grader at for pick up at Will Call in at Dublin High School, were first round, singers were burn, and Youth Advisory KKIQ Radio awarded Green Elementary School) the lobby of the Firehouse named "Dublin Idols." allowed to sing a song of Commission member Angie cash prizes to the top three and Victoria Datanagan (a Arts Center on the evening The winners were choice, a cappella, for one Wang, judged the singers on finishers in each category. 9th grader at Dublin High), of the event. Tickets may crowned on Thursday, May minute. Ten singers from voice quality and control, The first place winners each received $100 each. be available at the event 30, 2013 at Emerald Glen each category then moved and overall stage presence. received a trophy and a $300 The “Dublin Idol” win- subject to availability. In- Park. Hosted by KKIQ on to the final round. Sophia Huang sang “On check from KKIQ Radio. ners will be recognized at formation can be found at Radio’s Faith Alpher, the In the final round of com- My Own,” from the musical The second place winners, an upcoming City Council www.museumonmain.org competition began with a petition on May 30, the sing- Les Miserables. Huang is a Ashley Rose (7th grader at meeting. Preliminary Round, involv- ers sang a complete version 6th grader at Wells Middle THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 5 Western Theme Selected for Art Happens

From Cowgirl art to storytellers; ABC Music McNevin and Pat McClel- Country Western, finger- Source & Academy offers a lan as well as a Cowgirl Art picking to storytelling, expe- fingerpicking demonstration Exhibition by Kathleen Hill rience multiple forms of the with Steve Krietzer; and at from 6-7:30. arts at Art Happens in June Sanctuary Ultra Lounge: Artistic Edge at Black- in Downtown Livermore on Comedy & Karaoke; Art by smith Square hosts an Art June 13, from 6-9pm. Art Trish Fenton, 8pm-close. of Music event, and award- Happens is a monthly event Winemaker’s Pour House winning photographers Jen- where art studios, exhibition offers a double whammy: nie and Chuck McGregor sites and downtown busi- Produce a work of art with exhibit “Local Livermore nesses host their own cul- Brushstrokes and Wine Color” at Panama Red Cof- tural art events and invite the Notes (pictured at left, con- fee Company from 6-7:00, public. Most events are free. tact site for fee), or sit in followed by Open Mic Mu- Featured this month is for some open mic cowboy sic. a create-your-own collage poetry hosted by former Art Happens is coor- class at Figurehead Gallery Livermore Poet Laureate dinated by the Bothwell with exhibiting artist Angela Connie Post. Arts Center with support by Johal, who will discuss col- The Downtown Art Stu- Livermore Valley Perform- lage techniques, materials, dios hold Open Studios, a ing Arts Center, a not-for- and assist you in the process. Storied Nights, the sec- Word events at Peet’s Cof- tures some of the Valley’s country performance with profit corporation. This 7-8:30 workshop is free ond in a series of Spoken fee, begins at 7:30 and fea- finest prose writers and Singer/Songwriter Michael and materials are provided. 'Storied Nights' Enhances Art Happens Experience The Livermore Valley Randi Beck Ocena earned ous print and online publi- One performance was given day of each month and will Performing Arts Center and a degree in writing and cations. In 2012, her story, at the Livermore Public feature local authors reading Peet’s Coffee and Tea spon- philosophy from the Uni- Elliott Comes to Play, was Library. their work. sor Storied Nights: An Eve- versity of New Mexico performed on stage. Storied Nights will con- For more information ning of Spoken Word. The and is this year’s recipient Frank Thornburgh earned tinue on the second Thurs- call 925-890-6045. new literary series is hosted of the Castaneda Fellow- a degree in physics and by Livermore residents Cyn- ship at Indiana University, served in an Indiana reserve thia Patton and Marilyn Bloomington. Her fiction unit. He’s worked as a police Kammelgarn as part of Art has appeared in Threepenny officer, quality control engi- Happens. Review, Michigan Quarterly neer, fireman, and real estate x This month Storied Review, Ramshackle Re- investor and has written and TED Nights celebrates West- view, and Kenyon Review. published over 300 stories ern Heritage with spoken Cynthia J. Patton, BS, and poems. Livermore word performances by John JD, attended the University They will be joined by x=independently organized TED Hutchinson, Marilyn Kam- of California, Davis. Her local actors John Hutchinson event melgarn, Randi Beck Ocena, award-winning nonfiction and Marilyn Kammelgarn Cynthia Patton, and Frank and poetry have appeared in who recently toured the Bay Come join us for a transformative Thornburgh. They will read ten anthologies plus numer- Area in a two-character play. day of stimulating thinking… from their own work as well as excerpts of classic California literature, includ- Creating our ing John Muir, Joan Didion, Wallace Stegner, and John Future Steinbeck. Innovate + The event will take place on Thursday, June 13, 2013, Educate from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Peet’s Coffee and Tea, 152 June 8th, 2013 South Livermore Ave, in Las Positas College downtown Livermore. The original work of three writ- ers will be featured. Visit www.tedxlivermore.com for event and ticketing information. 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

Back to School Drive Now Underway Free Concerts Family Giving Tree has in the classroom and they Tea, will have request cards launched its 18th Annu- have no way to do home- available at most of their al Back to School Drive, work. This is discouraging store locations in the Bay This Summer in which provides backpacks to the students and creates Area for the entire month filled with school supplies an atmosphere of frustration of July. To make donating Livermore and to Bay Area low-income in the classroom.” even easier, individuals and children. This year, Family The Back to School groups may also contribute Giving Tree emphasizes the Drive, which served 21,000 by mail or online at www. Pleasanton need for learning tools that students last year, operates familygivingtree.org. support STEM (Science, much like Family Giving The backpacks are col- Both Livermore and Pleasanton will be offering Technology, Engineering, Tree’s Holiday Wish pro- lected, sorted by Family free concerts throughout the summer. Math) education such as gram. Family Giving Tree Giving Tree volunteers and The Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center pencils and pens, erasers, sends colorful posters and then distributed to the stu- will host two concerts series in the downtown. The rulers, graph paper, scien- request cards to host com- dents by school personnel first, Friday Nights LIVE gets underway this Friday, tific calculators, protractors panies and organizations. and social service agency and USB drives. These cards invite people staff at the beginning of the June 7. On Tues., June 4, Tuesday Tunes returned. As in the past, the Back means at least 85% of my to shop for a new backpack, school year. All shows run from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the stage in to School Drive will provide students begin the year with filling it with the recom- Companies, organiza- front of the Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street. backpacks and learning no supplies,” said one mid- mended school supplies. tions and groups interested The concert lineup runs offers a variety of tools to young students dle school math teacher in A list of participating in leading a drive for the musical styles ranging from jazz and folk to soul who have been identified by a low-income area of Santa companies and organiza- 2013 Back to School Drive and classic rock. Admission is free. The concerts schools in the four primary Clara County. “How do you tions may be found at- http:// may register at www.family- run through September 13. For details, visit www. counties Family Giving teach geometry or algebra bit.ly/12XyLqw. Participat- givingtree.org, or call 408- mylvpac.com. Tree serves: Santa Clara, readiness to students with- ing retail businesses may 946-3111, extension 226. In Pleasanton, the Concerts in the Park are of- San Mateo, Alameda and out a calculator, protractor, be found at http://bit.ly/ fered on the outdoor stage at Lions Wayside Park, compass, or graph paper? San Francisco. ZX7ea0. In fact, one of Family Giving Tree is in corner of First and Neal Streets in downtown “The reality at my school They cannot fully participate the hosts, Peet’s Coffee & urgent need of warehouse space Pleasanton. from July 15-August 31, 2013 The series starts June 7 with a classic rock per- in which to process donations formance by the group OTR, and runs every Friday to this year’s annual Back to School Drive. through Aug. 31. Performances are 7 to 8:30 p.m. “With the Back to School The concerts are presented by the Pleasanton Drive kicking off on June fifth Downtown Association. There is no admission and warehouse operations charge. Information can be found at www.pleasan- scheduled to begin August first, tondowntown.net. the need to acquire adequate The scheduled performers for Tuesday Tunes space now is very urgent,” says Family Giving Tree Chief Op- are the following: June 11, classic rock with Audio erations Officer David Bratton- Illusion; June 18, Bones-Quigley; June 25, Rock on Kearns. Tap; July 2, Volker Strifler; July 9, The Hurricane The warehouse space need- Band; July 16, The Hummingbirdz; July 23, Slip- ed must be at least 35,000 square pery Road; July 30, Blind Dog; Aug. 6, Toucan feet and include restrooms (two Jam; Aug. 13, David Correa and Cascada; Aug. per gender), lighting, electrical outlets, one loading dock and 20, Lunafish; Aug. 27, Max Cruise Band; Sept. 3, street-level, drive by access for Stone Groove; and Sept. 10, Michael McNevin & loading and unloading. the Spokes. According to Bratton-Ke- Friday Nights LIVE will offer the following: arns, any location within Sili- June 7, Fred McCarty Band; June 14, 2Endeavor; con Valley is suitable, though June 21, Gabe Duffin Band; June 28, Blind Dog; the “sweet spot” for donation drop-offs by host companies July 5, KNR; July 12, Evan Thomas & Papa's and organizations is an area Garage; July 19, Stone Groove; July 26, Audio bounded by Interstate Highway Illusion; Aug. 2, Volker Strifler; Aug. 9, The Hum- 880 on the east, Route 237 on the mingbirdz; Aug. 16, Rock on Tap; Aug. 23, The north, El Camino Real (Route Hurricane Band; Aug. 30, El Desayuno; Sept. 6, 82) on the west and Interstates LVPAC Guitar Fest LIVE!; and Sept. 13, Frankie 280/680 on the south. “If a single warehouse were Bones & Fire Hazard. available that could accommo- Concerts in the Park performers are: June 7, OTR date both our Back to School ; June 14, Cooltones; June 21, Ruckatan; June 28, Drive and our Holiday Wish The Crisis; July 5, James Nagel Band; July 12, The Drive (which requires 100,000 Bacchus Brothers; July 19, West Grand Boulevard; square feet of space), that sce- July 26, Pladdohg; Aug. 2, Finding Stella; Aug. 9, nario would be ideal, but is not necessary. Potential donors of Burton & Co.; Aug. 16, Synaptic Gap; Aug. 23, warehouse space may call (408) Magic Moments; and Aug. 30, Public Eye. 946-3111, extension 200 or da- [email protected].”

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 7 The Beauty of Dance Draws the Audience In becomes captivated by one enchanting dance partner, searching for her at the evening’s end. Adding to the intrigue, brilliant off- stage lighting in the wings outlined the black, white and red costumed dancers in a haunting silvery lining. During Colors, perform- ers captured different emo- tions from emptiness to joy, with the music of Led Zeppelin’s Kashmir giving intensity to the piece titled Courage. The production’s finale was Pineapple Poll, a Gil- bert and Sullivan-inspired comic ballet based on The Bumboat Woman’s Story. It’s an amusing tale, beautifully danced The Dying Swan during Masterworks, about a girl who likes a boy who By Carol Graham together seamlessly by the followed by American likes a different girl who There is something deli- single thread of beauti- composer Leroy Ander- likes a different boy who cious about ducking into a ful dancing. From Sarah son’s Blue Tango, Belle is engaged to an altogether dark, cool theater on a glar- Marlett’s stunning perfor- of the Ball and Sandpaper different girl. ing day to be transported to mance of The Dying Swan Ballet, which incorporated “A large number of our another place in time. to Ashley Ruzicka’s saucy the sounds of sandpaper - performers are under age For those who attended performance as Pineapple coarse, medium and fine 20, but are trained as pro- the Valley Dance Theatre’s Poll, the production took - to accentuate the jaunty fessionals,” said Bunnell. Plink, Plank, Plunk Ballet Masterworks on the the viewers by the hand melodies. “All are volunteers, and all weekend of May 25th and and led them on a delight- Plink, Plank, Plunk was are trained and rehearse at 26th, the Bankhead Theater ful adventure. particular fun as the danc- the Valley Dance The- in Livermore offered just The production opened ers were costumed in blue atre. We have a vast pool such an exquisite escape. with George Balanchine’s glamour-girl swimsuits and of men, young and old, Performers captivated the Chaconne, gorgeously ac- flowered swim caps. They that are being trained in audience with the elegance companied by violin solo- used enormous blue balls both dance and partnering of La Nuit, the vitality of ist David Song, an Ama- to create a dance with cho- skills which allows us to California Poppy, the mys- dor Valley High School reography mimicking syn- have very mature perfor- tery of Masquerade, and sophomore, and pianist chronized swimming, and mances.” the whimsy of Pineapple Vivian Sung, a Dublin wonderfully reminiscent of What that means for the Poll. High School junior. the Ziegfeld Follies. audiences of the VDT’s “Pieces were chosen “We had access to Similarly, Class Clown, two productions each year, according to the available different live musicians - played with irrepressible including the magical pool of dancers, based on Chaconne with live violin- charm by Audrey Dooley, Nutcracker each Decem- their talents,” said VDT ist and pianist, and Leroy made the audience laugh ber, is that these emotion- President Karin Bunnell. Anderson and Pineapple out loud as the young danc- ally vibrant, gorgeously “For example, Eric Rhodes Poll with a band,” said er, during oh so serious costumed, breathtakingly is a ballroom dancer, hence Bunnell, noting music per- work at the ballet barre, danced productions will go Blue Tango and Masquer- formed by the Pleasanton broke into Gangnam style on and on. ade.” Community Concert Band, moves behind her instruc- For information on up- What made Master- led by conductor Bob Wil- tor’s back. coming performances, visit works such a joy to watch liams. Masquerade showcased www.valleydancetheatre. was the eclectic intermix The classic ballets of Rhodes as a gentleman at- com or www.mylvpac.com. of dance styles strung the Pavlova Suite were tending a masked ball. He Photos - Doug Jorgensen 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

Art Under the Oaks, July 20 and 21, 11 Dewhurst at (925) 216-7231 or (925) 443-8755 or email frank.a@ Small $5 fee to cover meeting costs. a.m. to 4 p.m. at Alden Lane Nursery. [email protected] or visit comcast.net. Firehouse First Fridays: Free Summer Livermore Art Association show. Art http://childrensartclassesprojects. Summer Drawing Classes in the eve- Events at the Firehouse Arts Center displays, demonstrations, entertain- blogspot.com/ nings at the Figurehead Gallery 2222 in Pleasanton. June 7, July 5, August ment, etc. www.livermoreartassocia- Art Classes, For children, teens and 2nd Street, Suite 21, Livermore: Jacob 2. All free and open to the public. tion.org adults. Beginner to advanced. Draw- Hankinson, Portrait Drawing, Mondays, Events include: Open mic on Firehouse ing, painting, printmaking, sculpture June 24-August 12, ( 8 week session), Theater Stage anchored by special MEETINGS/CLASSES and ceramics taught by highly 7-9 PM, $200; Jacob Hankinson, Intro guest acts, Harrington Art Gallery Livermore Art Association, Pleasanton experienced artist and art instructor, to Drawing, Fridays, June 21-August 9, exhibits, art demonstrations by noted Art League, meeting 7:30 p.m. Mon., Thomasin Dewhurst. Weekday and ( 8 week session), 4-6 PM, $200; Ozell collage, mixed media, paint and fiber June 17 Alamond Avenue School, weekend classes, Homeschool classes, Hudson, Portrait Drawing, Tuesdays , artists, and children’s art projects lead Livermore. Presentiation of Canon Special classes during school breaks June 25-August 27, (10 week session), by Debbie Wardrope and Young Rem- products. Door prize. All are invited. No offered. Please phone (925) 216-7231 7-9 PM, $250; Ozell Hudson, Figure brandts. Other activities include face admission charge. wwwPAL-ART.com or email [email protected] Drawing, Wednesdays, June 26-August painting by Limelight Faces, balloons, or www.livermoreartassociation.org. for further info. 14, (8 week session), 7-9 PM, $250. light refreshments, and Firehouse staff Fine Art on Friday, 10 a.m. with Art PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, now 2222 2nd St. Suite 21, Livermore. 337- on hand to chat and answer questions Critique & Coffee at the Corner Bakery meeting the 1st Thursday and 3rd 1799 or figureheadgallery.com about the premier intimate venue in the Cafe, Pleasanton Gateway Plaza. Wednesday of each month 7:00 at The Colored Pencil Classes "Basics and valley. Firehouse Arts Center is located Professional, Local and Emerging Corner Bakery Cafe in Pleasanton. Join Beyond." Instructor Maryann Kot. in downtown Pleasanton at 4444 Artists of the San Francisco Bay Area. us as we challenge ourselves to poeti- Starting 9:30 a.m., Mon., June 17 Railroad Avenue. For information, Contact Claudette for more information cally relay our thoughts, emotions and and 1:00 p.m., June 17 for 5 weeks. visit www.firehousearts.org, or call Studio Seven Arts has announced its June exhibition featuring 510 543-4776. experiences through poetry. Become a Classes will be held at the Bothwell Art 925-931-4848. the paintings of award-winning artist Shannon Richardson Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday member & share your work - Contact Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Sign Students at the Young Actors’ Theatre (pictured above), a West Coast painter who will be displaying 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring [email protected] for more up at Way Up Art and Frame, 1912 2nd Camp will act, sing and dance singing her work in Pleasanton for the first time. Richardson’s their own materials and easels. Open info on Theme Challenges, Membership St. Livermore, 925-443-3388. Space and dancing their way through their oil paintings, themed “Memories and Muse,” bring to life to all artists. Professional artist models & Opportunities. is limited. See Maryann's art at www. summer break with Darren Criss (nude). No instructor. Students under The Young Artists’ Studio has openings maryannkot.com. from Glee, Sutton Foster a two time childhood fairytales, including whimsical characters, 18 need written parental permission to in its 2013 Summer Session. Artist Ukulele Circle, next two meetings will Tony Award winner from Anything including eccentric themes with bright colors. The exhibition attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Peggy Frank welcomes interested be on June 8th and June 29th. Note, Goes, Cynthia Addai-Robinson from is planned during a four week period, June 7th to July 6th. Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. students ages 7 through high school Second St. will be closed to traffic for Vampire Diaries, Naomi Grossman A special evening wine and cheese reception kicks off the Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- to sign up for a week or more of small the Rodeo parade on June 8th, but from American Horror Story and other exhibition Friday, June 7th, from 7 to 9pm, where everyone is able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton group instruction in art. Projects the studio will still open. Meetings are master class teachers. Founder and welcome. The following day, Saturday, June 8th, Shannon will for more info about the workshop, include all kinds of drawing, painting, every 2nd and last Saturday of the- Co-Director Shawn Ryan started be the featured artist in the gallery, from 10am to 2pm, where 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ printmaking and sculpture. High month from 12noon-1pm at Galina’s the Young Actors’ Theatre Camp ten earthlink.net. school students working on advanced Music Studio located at 2222 Second years ago in Berkeley, CA.For further guests can view and discuss her work. Studio Seven is located Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- portfolios are welcome. Peggy has St., Suite 2, Livermore. Please confirm information visit www.CampYATC.com at 400 Main St., Pleasanton; information (925) 846-4322. ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 been working with young artists in the participation by contacting us at (925) or call (925) 858-3548.Space is avail- are welcome to join this class. Classes Livermore Valley since 1980. For infor- 960-1194 or www.GalinasMusicStu- able until full. Camp will be held at ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Livermore. cover drawing, painting, print-making, mation about the summer art program dio.com. Beginners are welcome. Bring Camp Sempervirens, 20161 Big Basin Livermore Art Association Gallery, The Contemporary Landscape: Exhibi- sculpture and ceramics. For further or school year lessons contact her at some music to share with the group. Highway, Boulder Creek. located in the Carnegie Building, offers tion at the Harrington Gallery at Fire- information please contact Thomasin Ukuleles are available for purchase. art classes, unusual gifts, painting house Arts Center in Pleasanton, June WINERY EVENTS rentals, art exhibits and information 7 through July 19. Invitational exhibit Las Positas Vineyards, 1828 Wetmore pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third featuring 5 very different artists, from Rd., Livermore. June 7: Evening at St., Livermore. The gallery has been abstract to conceptual: John Crawford, the Vineyards - Live music by Patty & open since 1974 and is run as a co-op John Maxon, Margaret Rinkovsky, Jenn Abigail, dancing, individual Pizzetta by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. Shifflet, Jeff Snell. Opening reception and glass of wine. Tickets are $30 for 11:30-4 p.m. For information call with artists on Wednesday, June 12, general public and $25 for Wine Club 449-9927. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Free and open to the members. For more information or to Art Happens, 2nd Thursday of each public. Regular gallery hours: Wednes- make a reservation call 925-449- month, 6 to 9 p.m. Next event is June day, Thursday, Friday from 12-5pm; 9463 or visit our website at www. 13 with focus on Western Heritage. Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Harrington laspositasvineyards.com. June 19: Downtown Livermore. Art displays, Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center Evening at the Vineyards - Live music poetry, entertainment, special events. in Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad Avenue. by Bones-Quigley, dancing, individual For the brochure go to www.bothwel- Admission is free, donations always Pizzetta and glass of wine. Tickets lartscenter.org. appreciated. are $30 for general public and $25 Seasons of the Valley, an exhibit of the Where a Painter Meets Poets, A new for Wine Club members. For more art of Bettie Goosman is displayed exhibit featuring poetic responses to information or to make a reservation at The Purple Orchid Inn, 4549 Cross the work of Livermore artist Lily Xu will call 925-449-9463 or visit our website Rd., Livermore to the end of June. Art be on display at the Pleasanton Public at www.laspositasvineyards.com. can be viewed daily from 8am. to 6 Library, 400 Old Bernal, through Sept. Live Music, The Winemaker's Pour p.m. For more information call (925) 30. The show, Where a Painter Meets House, 2241 First St., Livermore, 215- 606-8855. Poets, features Xu’s watercolor paint- 2656. www.winemakerspourhouse. Imagination Expressed, Pleasanton ings, as well as poems by Ronnie Hol- com. June 4, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Music Art League show at Museum on Main, land, poet laureate emeritus of Dublin; Love; June 7, 7-10 p.m., Blues on the Pleasanton. April 9 through June 10. Cher Wollard, outgoing poet laureate of Granada High School's spring production, "The Phantom Tollbooth," opened last Patio with Evan Thomas Goldstein; www.PAL-ART.com. Livermore; Susan Wilson; Jim Curcuro; week. The play is an adaptation of the book. The cast used the entire theatre to engage June 8, 7-10 p.m., Georgi and the Exhibit, Cuda Ridge Wines, Louise Gray's and Kay Speaks. A reception will be Rough Week; June 9, 4-7 p.m., Joey T; colorful abstract art on display through held Saturday, June 22, 2-4 p.m. The the audience by moving throughout the area. The play will be performed again on June 11, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Steve Kritzer June 30. Cuda Ridge Winery is located reception is free and open to the pub- June 6, 7 and 8 at 7 p.m. at GHS's Little Theatre. Tickets are available at the door; and Friends; June 13, 6:30-9:30 p.m., at 5385 East Avenue in Livermore. lic. A book and a calendar showcasing Students with ASB $5, Adults & Students w/o ASB $7, and Children $5. Granada High BoSco Duo; June 15, 7-10 p.m., Tumble Gallery on the Green, new art show Xu’s watercolors and poems by the Down House; June 15, 7-9:30 p.m., hosted by Pleasanton Art League. 10 participating writers, also titled Where School is located at 400 Wall St., Livermore. Pictured performing in the production Chris Lebel. a.m. to 4 p.m. June 8, Wente Vineyards a Painter Meets Poets, will be available are Kayleigh La Grutta (Humbug), Nick Held (Tock, Clock), Trevor March (Milo), Erin Wine Wednesdays, Livermore Valley Event Center, 5050 Arroyo Rd., for purchase at the reception. McQueen (Princess Sweet Rhyme, Dr. Dischord). wineries will be hosting "Wine THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 9

Wednesdays" each Wednesday through many of his past roles, along with (510) 881-6777. Information is also welcome to attend. Penny Johnson at and July 14 at St. Clare’s Church War, Tues., June 11, 7 p.m. Museum October. One featured winery will be favorite Broadway standards and available at www.dmtonline.org. 925/931-3405. in Pleasanton. The opera, recently on Main Ed Kinney Lecture series, open from 5 to 8 p.m. to help guests selections from his CDs. Sunday, June Livermore Shakespeare Festival Bishop Ranch Outdoor Movie Night, featured in the hit movie “Moonrise Brother and sister performing team, "wine-down" from the work week or 8, 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $15-$25, presents William Shakespeare’s comic Fri., June 21, dusk. 6111 Bollinger Kingdom,” will be co-produced by Ethan and Alyssa Foster return to just grab a taste of wine before going with child, senior, and group discounts look at the battle of the sexes, The Canyon Road (Bishop Ranch 1), San Cantabella Children’s Chorus and St. represent opposing sides of the Ameri- out to dinner in the Tri-Valley. Check available. Tickets available at www. Taming of the Shrew, and the madcap Ramon. Free summer screening of Ju- Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church. For can Civil War. Firehouse Arts Center, for the winery listings at www.lvwine. firehousearts.org, 925-931-4848, or at comedy of manners, The Liar, adapted rassic Park. No reservations required. more information and to register for the 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. org. the Firehouse Arts Center Box Office, by David Ives from a farce by Pierre Note: To ensure that everyone can see camp, call Cantabella at (925) 292- firehousearts.org. Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery, 3050 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Corneille. The productions play in the screen, we ask that those attending 2663, or visit the online registration Bonsai Show, Valley Bonsai Society 5th Marina Avenue, Livermore, Garden Pavlo, Canadian guitar master, June 28 repertory June 20 – July 21 under the bring only blankets and low beach site http://cantabella.org/opera-camp/. annual show June 15-16, Alden Lane Party and Wine Distrribution Event on 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First stars at Concannon Vineyard. Tickets chairs. The evenings can be chilly in No experience needed. Financial as- Nursery, 981 Alden Lane, Livermore, June 8 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. There will St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. on sale at www.LivermoreShakes.org or San Ramon – dress warmly. sistance is available. 10am to 4pm. Expert on hand to be food, music, and lots of good wines. org or 373-6800. 1-800-838-3006. For more information Civil War on Film, Pleasanton Library, demonstrate styling. Finished tree will The cost is $10 dollars for non-wine Led Zeppelin Concert Experience, West call (925) 443-BARD. 400 Old Bernal Ave. June 28, 2 OPERA be raffled. club members, free for wine club Coast Performing Arts Presenters, June Perils and Passions on the Farm, Cel- p.m. "Glory; July 12, 2 p.m. Lincoln; 21st Annual Opera in the Vineyard, 5 Alameda County Fair, June 20-July members. 29, 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 ebrate the genre of the melodrama in July 19, 2 p.m. Conspirator. www. to 8p.m. July 21. Retzlaff Vineyards, 18, live horse racing, carnival rides, Double Decker, Tues., June 18, 6 to 9 First St., Livermore. www.bankhead- 3 plays in various venues on the farm. ci.pleasanton.ca.us Livermore. Arias a la Carte will be entertainment, exhibits, animals, etc. p.m., hop on the bus progressive din- theater.org or 373-6800. A fundraiser to benefit The San Ramon Picnic Flix, movies begin at dusk, featured. www.livermorevalleyopera. Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasan- ner: evening featuring Double Decker Martina McBride, 27th season of The Historic Foundation and Danville’s Role approx. 8:30 p.m. Emerald Glen Park, com for tickets and information. ton, www.alamedacountyfair.com. Pinot Grigio and Red Blend, delicious Concerts at Wente Vineyards, Wed., Players Ensemble. Sat., June 22, 5 Dublin. July 12: Madagascar 3; Aug. 2, Lincoln and the Constitution Today, a food from A Loveable Feast, music by June 26. Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo p.m. Come early and bring a picnic for Angels in the Outfield; Aug. 23, Beverly MISCELLANEOUS panel discussion. Sun., July 7, 2 p.m. DJ Left of Right, and much more. Space Road, Livermore. For ticket information, 6 p.m. performance. Sun., June 23, 1 Hills Chihuahua 3. No pets please. Political Issues Book Club meets the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal is limited. 925-456-2380. Tamas go to www.wentevineyards.com p.m. opening, 2 p.m. performance with 556-4500 for more information. 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Ave. Presented by the Museum on Estates Tasting Room, 5565 Tesla Rd., Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, July 7, 7 p.m. ice cream social at intermission. Forest books about issues and trends that Main in the Pleasanton Library’s large Livermore. Tickets $35 for Salte club Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Home Farms Historic Park, 19953 DANCE are driving current affairs in both the meeting room. Featuring Profs. Marg- members, $50 general, $45 at the door. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Forest Fantasia Dance Changes national and international arenas. alynne Armstrong (Santa Clara), Daniel Taste our Terroir, Thursday through or 373-6800. Tickets $30 for adults; $15 for children Everything, Livermore School of Topics that have been covered include Farber (UC Berkeley), and moderator Sunday, July 18-21, 2013: Livermore Under the Sun Tour 2013 featuring under 12 - To reserve tickets call 925 Dance, Junior, June 15, 11 a.m. and 3 politics, governance, economics, mili- Prof. Jesse Choper (UC Berkeley). Valley’s premier food and wine Smash Mouth, Sugar Ray and Gin 820-1278 or email SanRamonhf@ p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., tary affairs, history, sociology, science, www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us affair spans four delectable days. On Blossoms with special guests Vertical gmail.com, Casual dress; flat-heeled Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org the climate, and religion. Contact Rich 1st Wednesday Street Party, Red, White Thursday night, the annual quest for Horizon and Fastball. 27th season of shoes recommended. All proceeds or 373-6800. at 872-7923, for further questions & Blue, July 3, 6 to 9 p.m., downtown food and wine pairing excellence has The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, Wed., will be divided equally between the Dance Changes Everything, Livermore We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- Pleasanton, Pleasanton Downtown 20 winemakers partnering with Bay July 10. Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo programs of RPE and SRHF School of Dance, jazz, June 21 and 22, centered book group led by a small Association, (925) 484-2199, www. Area chefs to compete for honors. Road, Livermore. For ticket information, The Golden Follies with guest Chanteuse 7 and 2 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 group of book club veterans, with pleasantondowntown.net Taste pairings and cast a vote for the go to www.wentevineyards.com Darla Wiggington, 2 p.m. June 23, First St., Livermore. www.bankhead- reading selections based on member Livermore Fourth of July event, Thurs., coveted People’s Choice award. Friday Huey Lewis and the News, “Sports” Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad theater.org or 373-6800. recommendations and consensus. July 4, 4 to 10 p.m. Fireworks, com- through Sunday wineries across the 30th Anniversary Tour, 27th season Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. Sleeping Beauty with a Twist, Livermore No homework required– share your munity gathering with fun, games, food region host cooking classes, barrel of The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, org or 931-4848. School of Dance Ballet, June 22 and insights or just listen in! Contact Susan and drink. Las Positas College, 3000 seminars, vineyard tours and more. Tues., July 16. Wente Vineyards, 5050 Hamlet, San Francisco Shakespeare, 23, 7 and 2 p.m. Bankhead Theater, at 337-1282 regarding the We’re Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. Saturday night, guests join winemakers Arroyo Road, Livermore. For ticket Free Shakespeare in the Park, Amador 2400 First St., Livermore. www.bank- Talkin’ Books! Club. An Evening with Babe Ruth, Tues., for a varietal dinner in an elegant wine information, go to www.wentevine- Valley Community Park, corner of Black headtheater.org or 373-6800. Firehouse First Fridays Open House, July 9, 7 p.m. Museum on Main Ed country setting. Tickets and information yards.com Avenue and Santa Rita Rd., Pleasan- Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn June 7, July 5 and Aug. 2, 5 to 7 p.m. Kinney Lecture series, The Bambino is at www.lvwine.org Counting Crows and the Wallflow- ton, June 29 to July 14, Saturdays and how to dance with great instructors Activities range from Open Mic in the portrayed by Frank Mullen. Firehouse Evening in the Vineyards at Las Positas ers, 27th season of The Concerts Sundays, 7:30 p.m. from It's All About Dancing, new dance Firehouse Theater, the show in the Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleas- Vineyards on Friday, June 7th from at Wente Vineyards, Wed., July 17. Livermore Shakespeare Festival every week from Salsa, Tango, Swing Harrington Art Gallery to a hands-on anton. www.firehousearts.org. 6-9pm. Music, dancing , a glass of Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo Road, presents William Shakespeare’s comic and more. Group lesson starts at 7:30, art project for the kids. Free event. 2013 Wine Country Summer Luncheon wine, artisian pizzettas crafted by On Livermore. For ticket information, go to look at the battle of the sexes, The followed by open dance until 9:45 in Open to all ages. Firehouse Arts Center, Series, July 25, 11:30 a.m. Casa Real the Vine Catering. LPV Club Members www.wentevineyards.com Taming of the Shrew, and the madcap our new location at the Bothwell Arts 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. at Ruby Hill Winery, 410 Vineyard Ave., $25 General Tickets $30. To make res- Firehouse Arts Center Cabaret Series: comedy of manners, The Liar, adapted Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore; 925- firehousearts.org. Pleasanton. Annual Innovation Forum. ervations call 925-449-9463 or email Classic Soul, The Songs of Ray Charles by David Ives from a farce by Pierre 449-9292. $15. Livermore Rodeo Parade, 10 a.m. in Livermore Valley Chamber of Com- [email protected] and Aretha Franklin, July 20, 8 p.m. Corneille. The productions play in downtown Livermore, Second Street. merce. Reservations, 447-1606. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad repertory June 20 – July 21 under the AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS June 8. Summer Wine Stroll, July 27, 5 to 8 MUSIC/CONCERTS Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. stars at Concannon Vineyard. Tickets Auditions, The Foreigner, Tri-Valley 95th Annual Livermore Rodeo, June 8 p.m. Main St., Downtown Pleasanton. Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- org. on sale at www.LivermoreShakes.org or Repertory Theatre; June 9, 1 to 3 p.m. and 9 Robertson Park Stadium, www. Tickets and information at www. urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 A Cabaret Gone Choral II, Tri-Valley 1-800-838-3006. For more information with callbacks by invitation, June 16. livermorerodeo.org pleasantondowntown. net. South Livermore Ave., Livermore. Repertory Theatre, July 27, 2 and 8 call (925) 443-BARD. 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 101, An Evening with Voices from the Civil Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears p.m. and July 28, 2 p.m. Firehouse Samantha Samuels’ Kabaret for Kids, Pleasanton. Prepare a 2 minute co- regularly at: The Castle Rock Restau- Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., July 12 and Aug. 2, 2 p.m. Firehouse medic monologue; cold readings from rant in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org or Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleas- the script may be requested. For an the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month.. 931-4848. anton. www.firehousearts.org. appointment, call 462-2121 and leave from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, Oliver, Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre main- a message or email kbreedveld@ small cover. ON THE STAGE stage musical, weekends July 20 to trivalleyrep.com. Performances will be The Quebe Sisters Band, Texas fiddle The Keys to the Hotel Barbary, Douglas Aug. 4. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First August 17-25 at the Firehouse Arts with three-part harmony, June 7, 8 Morrisson Theatre in Hayward. Five St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Center in Pleasanton. p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., scenes will be presented on June 10th org or 373-6800. All aboard Noah’s ark! Calling all Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org at a live staged reading at the Mor- children and youth to sing and dance or 373-6800. risson Theatre, and the audience will MOVIES under the rainbow in Benjamin Don Edwards, June 8, 8 p.m. Bankhead decide the winner. Admission for the Free Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Britten’s children’s opera, “Noah’s Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. reading is free, and tokens to vote will Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Flood.” The call is out for all creatures www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- be sold for $5. The Douglas Morrisson 1st Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. great and small to attend a two-week 6800. Theatre is located at 22311 N. Third St. through June 6, 2013. The program opera camp, July 1-12, and then sail Broadway Star of ‘Wicked’ and vocal in Hayward, next to the Senior Center is hosted by Candy Klaschus, a film away with Mr. and Mrs. Noah on the dynamo David Burnham returns to and the Japanese Gardens. The Box historian who coordinates the Humani- Ark. “Noah’s Flood” will have two the Firehouse Arts Center with his Office is open Tuesday through Friday, ties program at Las Positas College. public performances: July 13 at St. one-man show performing songs from 12:30 to 5:30 and can be reached at The programs are free and all are Bartholomew’s Church in Livermore 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

The word “rodeo” originally referred to the biannual roundup held by early ranchos in California. In April vaqueros were sent out to collect cattle from the nearby hills and valleys. In those days, no ranchos were fenced. Neighboring owners met at The Livermore Rodeo: an agreed-upon site to sep- arate the cattle brought in A Cherished Tradition by the vaqueros and mark their calves with brands and earmarks. Sometimes slaughtered. Three days One year later, someone the Fourth of July holiday. another rodeo was held of celebration followed had the idea of holding Later, because of the heat, in July. A neutral person, at a ranchero’s home, a local rodeo to meet sponsors changed the date respected for his wise with drinking, gambling, Livermore’s World War to the second weekend in judgment, was selected to dancing, feasting, music, I assessment of $1,200 June. be the juez de campo (field cockfighting, and feats of for the Red Cross. John Today, our rodeo is the judge) for the rodeo. He horsemanship. Gradually McGlinchey, president of largest two-day rodeo in settled any disputes over these traditions developed the Stockmen’s Protective the country. The cost of ownership of the animals. into the entertaining west- Association, appointed renting the livestock for the The water in Los Vaqueros ern rodeo of today. Joseph Concannon, James rodeo is about $130,000 Reservoir covers land once One of my favorite Gallagher, John Flynn, to $140,000. The cost of used for rodeos by the stories in local rodeo A.W. Ebright, and Charles putting on the rodeo is Bernal, Marsh, Pacheco, lore comes from Kathryn Graham to a planning about $350,000. Many and Livermore families, McGlinchey Laughlin: in committee. Livermore’s organizations and individu- owners of Rancho el 1917 Captain Joseph S. first modern rodeo was als volunteer to help. For Valle de San Jose, Rancho Concannon, a celebrated held that year, 1918, on example, the Rotary Clubs Los Meganos, Rancho horseman, talked a group James Anderson’s ranch take charge of the parade Santa Rita, and Rancho of about 50 Livermore area near what are now Inter- and parking. The recent Las Positas respectively. riders into competing at state 580 and the Portola downturn in the economy Pictured promoting the 1945 rodeo are (back row) Robert Livermore also the San Jose rodeo. They on-ramp. Thanks to the has been helpful for the Donna Plank, Clara Riggs and Betty Jordan; (front row) owned the reservoir site. wanted some bright-col- publicity efforts of G.F. rodeo—people have stayed Tilli Holm, Margaret Whalen and Noelle Johnson. (Photo The neighboring rancho ored shirts for the opening Madsen, proprietor of at home to attend local courtesy of Noelle Johnson) owners continued to hold parade, so they brought Livermore’s Bell Theater, events. During the last four rodeos there until the area their plain white ones to Universal Studios filmed years, the rodeo has been was fenced in 1863. the McGlinchey girls, who, the first rodeo, including sold out. Another rodeo site was using crepe paper for color, the colorful grand entry. In 2008 the Livermore near today’s Livermore dyed the shirts in large The newsreel was distrib- Rodeo Foundation (LRF) City Hall and Police Sta- pots of hot water in their uted countrywide. The was formed, a non-profit RODEO WEEK 2013 tion on South Livermore backyard. The contingent top event in 1918 was the (501c3) organization, to Family Night - Thursday, June 6, 2013: Featuring Team Avenue. Early resident left from the McGlinchey bucking horse contest, ensure that even though Roping and Wild Cow Milking. The admission to this event James D. Smith remem- home at midnight on June which came with a $230 something catastrophic is $1. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. Robertson Park Rodeo Arena. bered a rodeo there in the 30. In the San Jose rodeo prize. happened to a year’s rodeo, Pro Rodeo Slack - Friday, June 7, 2013: Featuring top early 1850s: “There were parade, they carried a large Buoyed by their suc- contributions to those in performers throughout the PRCA. Free admission. Robert- probably 2,000 head of banner and drove a chuck cess, local enthusiasts need could continue. The son Park Rodeo Arena. For more information, please call cattle, all sizes, includ- wagon with displays about formed the Livermore home page of LRF’s web the Rodeo Office at 925-447-3008. ing old cows and young the Stockmen’s Protective Stockmen’s Rodeo As- site states that the foun- The Quebe Sisters Band - Friday, June 7, 8 p.m. Bank- calves from the ranges. Association, a local group sociation in April 1919. dation’s “philosophy is that worked to prevent The organization sold stock keeping the heritage of the head Theater, 240 First St., Livermore: championship fiddle There were possibly 150 playing, youthful energy, and three-part vocal harmonies. men on horseback, from range fires. The Liver- at $25 a share in order to Livermore Rodeo alive, more contestants looked purchase 15 acres of John for generations to come.” www.bankheadtheater.org different ranches—owners, Livermore Rodeo Parade - Saturday, June 8: presented vaqueros, visitors. Only great riding into the arena; Callaghan’s vineyard and In the last three years, however, the crepe paper build a grandstand and LRF has given $41,500 to by Livermore Rotary. 10 a.m. on 2nd and 3rd Streets in two men were permitted downtown Livermore. to enter the herd at a time. dye was not colorfast and bleachers. By July 3, 1919, various local organizations, They located their own under the stress of rodeo 2,400 seats were ready, mirroring the charitable Don Edwards - Saturday, June 8, 8 p.m. Bankhead The- stock and carefully drove competition, their under- and the second rodeo purpose of the first Liver- ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Edwards paints an enduring the animal to the edge of wear and every other piece took place at a site on more rodeo which raised portrait of the sights, sounds and spirit of the American West. the herd. Then with a rush of clothing soon became Lizzie Street, now South $2,500 for the Red Cross. www.bankheadtheater.org they would drive it outside green or blue or red or Livermore Avenue, not far My husband and I will be 94th Annual Livermore Rodeo, June 8 & 9, 2013: and separate it from the yellow, stained from those from Robert Livermore’s in the parade on June 8 this Robertson Park Rodeo Arena. Featuring Saddle Bronc and large band and drive it bright shirts. Still they had original rodeo grounds. year in the 1940 Plymouth Bareback Riding, Wild Cow Milking, Steer Wrestling, Tie- some distance away, where a good time at the rodeo, At first the Stockmen held pickup truck he restored. Down Roping, Team Roping, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding other riders took charge.” but they regretted having to the early rodeos, which (Readers can reach me at Gates open at 11:00 a.m. Grand Entry begins at 3:00 p.m. After the rodeo, a beef was go so far for their fun. retained a definite Spanish/ [email protected].) www.livermorerodeo.org Mexican influence, near THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 11

(Organizations wishing to run notices runs in conjunction with the 1st Wednesday June 13, 1 p.m. RSVP by June 7 to Mary, Illness), Tri-Valley Parent Resource and Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday Ser- [email protected] for more info. in Bulletin Board, send information to PO Street Party sponsored by the Pleasanton 736-2350. Breakfast in San Ramon, June Support Group is a twice-a-month parent vices 10:30 a.m. 545 No. L Street Livermore. Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of Downtown Association. Registraion and 15, 11:30 a.m. RSVP by June 12 to Marsha, support group for parents with children to (925) 447-4357 - www.calvarylivermore.org. East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. Bulletin Board or email information to edit- judging for the Pooch Parade begins at 5:30 830-8483. Lunch in Pleasanton, June 18, age 18 diagnosed with or suspected of hav- St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for [email protected]. Include name of p.m. with dog tricks at 6:30 p.m. and the noon, RSVP by June 15 to David, 833-7647. ing bipolar or other mood disorders. It meets North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services The Story 9 to 10:00 a.m.. Worship Service organization, meeting date, time, place and parade at 7 p.m. Winners and raffle num- Happy hour in Pleasanton, June 20, 5 p.m. First and third Tuesdays of each month on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. theme or subject. Phone number and contact bers will be announced at 7:45 p.m. Enter RSVP by June 18 to Marge, 828-5124. from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at Pathways Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday Philosophers’ Café/Culture Chat, an person should also be included. Deadline is a pooch, any size, 4 months or older, in any Friendly bridge, June 22, 1 p.m. RSVP To Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge Dr., Suite school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday informal gathering to discuss ideas. Café 5 p.m. Friday.) orall of the seven categories. The entry fee by June 15 to Babs, 373-1480. Lunch in #114, Pleasanton. The group is drop-in, at 7 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 Rumi, 4799 Heyer Ave., Castro Valley. The Livermore Amador Valley Garden Club is $10.00 per category. All proceeds benefit Danville, June 26, 11:30 a.m., RSVP by June no registration required and is free. Suzi p.m. 449-3824. topic is “Who bears the responsibility of will meet on Thursday, June 13, at 7:00pm the Tri-Valley Guide Dog Puppy Raisers. All 23 to Marsha, 830-8483. Family Dinner at Glorioso by phone: (925) 443-1797 or by United Christian Church, celebrating moral education in our society?” Philoso- at Alisal School's multipurpose room, 1454 donations are tax deductible. For complete Columbo Club in Oakland, June 29, 6:30 e-mail: [email protected] 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. phers’ Café/Culture Chat is an activity of the Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. Charles details and to download registration form, p.m. RSVP to Gino, 243-1281 ASAP. Brunch Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, a Secular Human- Crohare, third generation of the Crohare go to www.trivalleyguidedogs.org in Pleasanton, June 30, noon, RSVP bo Ruby Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program istic Jewish community, but is open to the family in Livermore will speak on all phases Livermore High School class of 82-83 by June 27, 462-9636. support organization based in Livermore. on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The entire community. (Non-members are asked of operation in olive growing and selling. He reunion will hold a 30 year reunion on Aug. Overeaters Anonymous. All are S.A.M. has been in operation since January community is welcome. United CC is an to donate $5 per session.) For information, also has a site at the Livermore Farmer's 10. 7pm-midnight. Robert Livermore Com- welcome. No weigh-ins, free will dona- 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 please contact (925) 240-5612. market. An end of the year pot luck will start munity Center. For more information, contact tions for rent. Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at St. support of deployed troops. Preparation for more information. Unity of Tri-Valley Church, Sunday at 6:30pm. Visitors are welcome. For more [email protected] Bartholomews Episcopal Church, 678 Enos of comfort packages takes place every Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- services are at 10:00 a.m.; all are welcome. information call Bev at 925 485 7812 or visit Livermore-Amador Genealogical Way, Livermore. Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. other week - all year long. Providing morale non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday Ongoing small groups, weekly activities, www.lavgc.org Society, will meet on Tuesday, June 11, at Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. support for those deployed. All information school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 choir, classes, and Children's church. 9875 Livermore-Pleasanton Elks Lodge 7:30 pm at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Vasco Rd., Livermore. Call Nora for further provided is confidential and is not shared a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley (2 miles #2117 is holding its annual Rodeo Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Janice Sellers information at (925) 447-1676 for security purposes. To submit a name Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 west of Stoneridge Mall). (925) 829-2733, Dinner and Dance on Saturday, June 8, will speak on the topic, "Grandma, Who are Diabetes Self-Management Classes, and address, inquire about donations or Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, www.trivalleyunity.com Rev. Karen Epps. 2013 at the Elks Lodge, 940 Larkspur Drive you? Finding the Women in your Family Tree." free 7 week series will teach participants helping, please visit www.operationsam.org, services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 (Springtown), Livermore. Elks members Female relatives can be difficult to trace. how to manage diabetes with exercise, email [email protected] or call a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don and their guests and families are invited to The many sources she will share include healthy eating and medications, and answer 925 443-7620 for more information and the org/ All are welcome. & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday attend the Annual Western Steak Dinner and vital records, legal and court records, questions about living with diabetes. calendar of events. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 Dance, featuring the Rich Dorffi Trio. Tickets library archives and manuscript collections. Thursdays July 11 though August 22, Robert VFW Post 7265, Livermore, invites Vet- Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday for members and guests $25 per person, Sellers specializes in Jewish and Newspaper Livermore Community Center, 4444 East erans of Foreign Wars, all military branches, all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Worship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary Children under age 8 free, ages 8-12 $10. research. She is on the staff of the Oakland Ave., Livermore. Class is open to adults of to join the group. Any age veteran welcome Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible aged children go to Kid’s Church following (BBQ Chicken available by advance re- Family Search Library since 2000. Visitors all ages (not just Seniors) with pre diabetes to meetings held 1st and 3rd Mondays, study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory worship, nursery available; Wednesday 7 quest.) Cocktails 5:30 pm, Dinner 6:30 PM. are always welcome to attend the meet- or type 2 diabetes. Please call the Alameda 522 South L St., Livermore. Camaraderie, prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call p.m. - Back to the Point Bible Study; all Elks Lodge 940 Larkspur Drive (Springtown), ing. For additional information contact County Diabetes Program at 510-383-5185 support, connections, advocacy, distinction office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. ages; Friday 7 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in Livermore. Reservations and tickets need to program@L­-AGS.org. to register. For LARPD register on-line www. and community service. Meetings on the Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. the dining hall; 925-449-4848. be purchased by Thursday, June 6. Reserva- War On Whistleblowers, Robert larpd.dst.ca.us/ Space is limited. 1st Monday begin at 7:30 p.m. and on the Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and Lynnewood United Methodist Church, tions and more info. (925) 455-8829 Greenwald's new film, will be shown on Community Resources for Indepen- 3rd Monday at 8 p.m. Information, call 6 p.m. Sunday school or Bible study for 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Sunday wor- LHS Reunion, Did you graduate in 1982 Sat., June 8 at the IBEW Hall; 6250 Village dent Living (CRIL) offers services to help 455-5039. all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at ship at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. with childcare or 1983 from Livermore High School? A Parkway, Dublin, CA at 7 PM. This event people with disabilities and supports them 3:30 p.m. Wednesday nights there is adult and Sunday school at 10:30 a.m. (First Sun. combined 30 year reunion is planned for will also be in alliance with the International to live independently and participate in their RELIGION Bible study at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for of month 9 a.m. is traditional with organ, this August 10th, 7 p.m. to midnight at Week of Support for Bradley Manning and community for as long as they are willing First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth youth, and children's choir for kids. Child 10:30 a.m. is informal with guitar.) Rev. the Robert Livermore Community Center. possibly a special guest from the IVAW and able to do so. CRIL maintains offices in Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative care during all events. 447-1848, www. Heather Leslie Hammer minister. All wel- [email protected] (Iraq Veteran’s Against the War) will speak Hayward, Fremont and Livermore to provide Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional trinitylivermore.org. come. www.lynnewood.org, 925 846-0221. Tri-Valley Republican Women Feder- or join the general discussion following the information and referrals and provide Service in the Sanctuary and children’s St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas Centerpointe Church, 3410 Cornerstone ated, will host humorist and author Eric film. Meet and greet potluck begins at 6:30 community education at senior centers and program. For more information www.fpcl.us Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following Court, Pleasanton. Services: 9 a.m. blended Golub as the guest speaker for the Thurs., PM, the 66 minute film begins at 7ish. The affordable housing complexes to residents or 925-447-2078. the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 with choir and band. Childcare offered for June 13 meeting. In 2009, Eric published his discussion follows the film. This event is of Southern Alameda County. The Tri-Valley Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire infants through age 6 and children start in first book, "Ideological Bigotry.". He followed non-partisan and generally not affiliated office is located at 3311 Pacific Avenue, St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at La Scola at 447-9800. the worship service. 10:40 a.m. contempo- with "Ideological Violence" and "Ideological with any particular group. The event is free; Livermore 94550 and can be reached by 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 rary worship led by a band. Sunday school Idiocy". Eric holds an MBA from USC and although a $3.00 donation is appreciated. phone at (925) 371-1531, by FAX at (925) at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy for children and middle-schoolers. www. has been a stockbroker since 1994. The The hall is air conditioned, is wheelchair 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril.tamayo@ worship service. AWANA children's program at 10 a.m. For details please see www. centerpointechurch.org 925-846-4436. event will be held at Cattlemen's Restaurant, accessible, and has plenty of parking. For cril-online.org. All services are free. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 2882 Kitty Hawk Road, Livermore; 6:30 further information, call 925-462-3459. Lawyers in the Library, program offers Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. (831) 278-1916. Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. p.m. Reservations: Phyllis Couper, coup- Beginners Internet and e-mail class- free legal information and referral. The Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 925-227- [email protected] or 925-462-4931. es, Free classes for absolute beginners who program is co-sponsored by the Alameda Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on Sun- 1301. www.thecrossing.org Cost: $26 members, $30 guests. have never clicked a mouse, used e-mail, County Bar Association. The third Tuesday Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.org day, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Children’s Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Meeting Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring or surfed the net. Learn the basics in a of each month at the Pleasanton Library. Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 a.m. All at Altamont Creek Elementary School, 6500 Club, Wed., June 12, 25-60 miles from non-judgmental atmosphere. Learn to keep Each person will have a 15 to 20 minute free Court, Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. are most welcome 925-462-4802. Garraventa Ranch Road, Livermore. Services Heather Farms, meet 9 a.m. Richard Skow, in touch with loved ones and access internet consultation with a member of the Alameda Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, at 10:00 a.m. 939-6964. Anyone planning to go on the sites all around the world. Pleasanton County Bar Association. Appointments are the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Sunday services Cedar Grove Community Church, 2021 ride should contact the leader for details on Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., Tuesday and by lottery. Register from 5:30 to 5:45 p.m. tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith with Rev. Joyce Parry Moore, Rector: 8:00 College Ave., Livermore. Worship Services 9 where to meet and what to bring. Thursday mornings. Four one-hour classes Names will be selected at 5:50 p.m. You Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or am Contemplative Eucharist with Taize a.m. and 11:45 a.m. www.cedargrove.org or Livermore High School Alumni Assoc. in each series. Registration is required, as must be present when names are drawn. EastBaySecularJews.org. music; 10:20 am Godly Play for children; call 447-2351. sponsoring their 3rd Annual Golf Tournament space is limited. Ask at the Reference Desk Appointments begin at 6:00 p.m. and end First Church of Christ, Scientist, 10:30 am Sung Eucharist with choir (child St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church on Friday, June 7th at Las Positas Golf or call 925-931-3400, extension 4. Library at 8:00 p.m. Merry Luskin, 931-3400, Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. care available). Youth Group meets Sundays (1928 Book of Common Prayer), 193 Con- Course. Funds raised will benefit the LHS programs are free and open to everyone. extension 7. Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is from 4 to 5:30 pm in the Parish Hall for “Rite tractors Avenue, Livermore.Sunday services: Track & Field Team's purchase to complete An ongoing program. Call Merry Luskin at Free Healing Touch Sessions for Tri- held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church 13” and Journey to Adulthood” programs. 8:45 am (Low Mass) and 10 am (High Mass their new Meet Management System and the 925/931-3400 for information. Valley Veterans June 8. Available time slots: and reading room are located at Third and www.saintbartslivermore.com with Sunday School). Other Holy Days as Math Achievement Academy. For additional Alameda County Master Gardeners 9:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m., or 11:30 a.m. Free N Streets. The Reading Room, which is Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 announced. For information, call msg. center information regarding the Goof Tournament are on hand on the 2nd Saturday of every Healing Touch sessions for active, inactive, open to the public, features books, CDs and East Avenue, Livermore, worship service at 925/906-9561. please contact Rich F. ‘67 at 925-989-4372, month to give advice and guided tours of the combat or retired Veterans from any military magazines for sale. (925) 447-2946. 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are wel- Grief Workshop, St. Elizabeth Seton Kristen M. ’87 at 925-447-4758 or Jim P. Earth-Friendly Demonstration Garden. Talks branch. Healing Touch Program is endorsed Sunset Community Church, 2200 Ar- come. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr. Pleasanton. ’63 at 925-443-3375. More information at start at 10:00. Topics are: June 8, attracting by the American Holistic Nurses Association. royo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service Little Brown Church, United Church Second and fourth Thursday evenings at LHSAA website - www.livermorehighalumni. honeybees in the garden; July 13, creating Advance reservation required as space is at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children's church of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 7:30pm. June 13th & 27th July 11th & com” a border to attract beneficial insects; Aug. limited. Sessions held at Las Positas Col- provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. 25th August 8th & 22nd. 2013. No pre- Armchair Travelers, a monthly program, 10, getting a garden through the summer lege, Veterans First Center, Building 1000, of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 registration is necessary. These sessions are will take place at the Livermore Civic Center heat; Sept. 14, autumn blooming perennials/ Livermore. Student status is not required. program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, Pathway Community Church, 6533 open to all, regardless of religious affiliation. Library on Thursday, June 13, from 1:30 to planting for fall color, inviting birds for au- For more information or to schedule a ses- call 447-6282. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Please call Mary Hagerty at 925-846-2377 2:30 p.m. Doug and Lindy Webb will share tumn - see production trees they love; Oct. sion, please visit www.quantumhealinghth. Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, for more information. photographs and dialog of a trip they took 12, best drought resistant secret - bulbs; com or call 925-352-8917. Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- adult programs. Biblically based practical Summer Light workshops, Thursday in February to Argentina and Antarctica. and Nov. 9, composting ABCs. Talks begin at Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy more. Information, 447-8840. messages, nondenominational. All are evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm. June 6th: The Adults are invited to this free program on 10 a.m.; topics may be subject to change. Support Group meets every fourth Tuesday Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. Language of Love? Led by Rev. Karen Epps, the second Thursday of each month in the The Demonstration Garden is located at of the month at 10 a.m. in the second S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. org (925) 829-4793. 7567 Amador Valley Blvd., #120, Dublin. Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic the Martinelli Event Center, 3575 Greenville floor conference room at Heritage Estates worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. adult Bible Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 Love offering basis. More information: revk- Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Road in Livermore. Information, 930-1130. Retirement Community. The address is 900 study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship (in- S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. worship [email protected] (925) 829-2733, press Livermore. Widowed Men and Women of Northern E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore. All are welcome. formal). For information, call 925-447-1246. service. Bible Study/Sunday School 10:20. 1. See www.trivalleyunity.com for a complete 16th Annual Pooch Parade, Wed., Aug. CA., Lunch in Livermore, June 12, 11:30 Sandra Grafrath 443-6655 or Lee Parlett Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 Bible Basics Class, which explores the main list of all the Summer Light workshops under 7 in downtown Pleasanton at Lions Wayside a.m. RSVP to Janet by June 10, 443-3317. 292-9280. East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Sunday teachings of the Bible, meets at 7:00 Sunday Services and Classes. Park, corner of First and Neal Streets. Event Mexican Train group event in San Ramon, NAMI (National Alliance on Mental worship. Information 447-1950. night. Call 371-6200 or email pmjrmuel- 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013

at California State University, Chico; Peter Maravelias of Livermore initiated at San Jose State University; Stacey Moffitt of Dublin initiated at California State University, Chico; and Michael Pohyar of Dublin initi- ated at University of Southern California. Membership is by invitation and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class and 7.5 percent of juniors, hav- Nathanael D. Ellis has graduated ing at least 72 semester hours, from the U.S. Navy's Nuclear are eligible for membership. Power School at Naval Nuclear Graduate students in the top California retired teachers association ( CalRTA ), Tri-Valley Division # 85 has announced the Power Training Command in 10 percent of the number of Goose Creek, S.C. candidates for graduate degrees 2013 winners of our future teacher scholarships of $2,000 each to be applied toward their educational expenses. They are, from left to right, Kelsey Bailey from Granada High School; Nuclear Power School is Alexander Hall received a may also qualify, as do faculty, a rigorous six-month course PharmD. from the Thomas professional staff, and alumni Manual Rubio from Dublin High School; Claire Williams from Amador Valley High School; that trains officer and enlisted J. Long School of Pharmacy who have achieved scholarly and Arely Labra from Foothill High School. The fifth winner, who was volunteering at an students in the science and distinction. and Health Sciences at the outdoor education camp and could not attend the awards luncheon, was Jacob Schachte engineering fundamental to the design, operation, and mainte- University of the Pacific. The 2013 California State from Amador Valley High School. Alex is a 2007 graduate of nance of naval nuclear propul- History Day competition was Ethan Shang and David Wang, sion plants. Amador Valley High School held on April 26-28 and hosted William Mendenhall Middle Graduates next undergo in Pleasanton. He is very by National History Day- School, Livermore Valley Joint additional instruction at a grateful to his Dad and his California in Sacramento. More Unified School District; "Medi- prototype training unit before former teacher, the late Betty than one-thousand students cal Advances in the Civil War;" serving as a Surface Warfare Of- from grades 5-12 statewide Junior Individual Website - ficer aboard a nuclear-powered Dawson, for inspiring his displayed research projects on interest in math and science. Finalist (Top 10), Sarah Ng, surface ship or as an Electronics this year's National History William Mendenhall Middle Technician aboard a nuclear- He is also grateful to Mike Day theme, Turning Points in School, Livermore Valley Joint powered submarine. Clauser and the team at History. Students competed Unified School District, "My Ellis is an Electronics Tech- Custom Care Pharmacy for individually and in teams in the Journey to Giotto." nician assigned to Naval Nuclear providing him with a great elementary, junior and senior Training Command, Joint Base divisions, and in five project Charleston, Goose Creek, S.C. introduction to his pharmacy categories: museum exhibits, career. Alex is the son of He has served in the military documentary films, websites, for one year. Tom and Joanne Hall of dramatic performances and He is the son of Tim and Pleasanton. historical papers. Paula Ellis of Pleasanton. The Nearly 200 students com- Eagle Scout Court petty officer is a 2009 graduate peted at the Alameda County Anthony Giuliano of Gi- of Amador Valley High School, History Day competition on of Honor Held for Pleasanton. uliano, Livermore has been February 23, 2013 in Oakland, named to the Dean's List for the of which 47 students qualified spring 2013 semester at Mar- Maxwell Byrne Air Force Airman Michael F. for the California state com- Healy (pictured) graduated from quette University in Milwaukee, petition. Wis. Giuliano is pursuing a basic military training at Joint Local winners include: Se- The Court of Honor for new Eagle Base San Antonio-Lackland, Bachelor of Science degree in nior Group Exhibit - California Bioelectrics. Scout Maxwell Carter Byrne (pictured San Antonio, Texas. Historic Places Award and The airman completed an California History Senior Ex- at right) was held June 1 at the Robert The following local residents Livermore Community Center. intensive, eight-week program hibit Award (Special Awards), that included training in military recently were initiated into The Pratyusha Vemuri and Anusha Max Byrne is a senior and honor Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, discipline and studies, Air Force Vemuri, Amador Valley High roll student at Granada High School. core values, physical fitness, the nation's oldest and most se- School, Pleasanton Unified lective collegiate honor society He is a varsity lacrosse player and has and basic warfare principles School District; "Richmond a television show entitled “Chats with and skills. for all academic disciplines: Kaiser Shipyards (1941-1946): Kathryn Uglow of Liver- Max” at Granada. He will be attend- Healy is the son of Charles A New Frontier in Shipbuild- Healy of Livermore. He is a more initiated at University ing." ing Azusa Pacific in the fall majoring of California, Davis; James in Applied Exercise Science. 2012 graduate of Granada High Junior Group Website - School, Livermore. Bennett of Livermore initiated Runners-Up (Third Place),