Lawsuit Forces State to Follow Environmental Rules at Carnegie

VOLUME XLIX, NUMBER 26 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012

Lawsuit Forces State To Follow Environmental Rules At Carnegie By Jeff Garberson liance, after surveys showed must now live up to its own outcome as a victory for off- was never the goal, accord- A lawsuit has forced the metal and chemical contami- environmental standards roaders. The organization is ing to Karen Schambach, Find Out What's State of California to abide nation exceeding regulatory and federal ones as well. It the Blue Ribbon Coalition, California field director for Happening by its own environmental levels in Carnegie soil and has to adhere to a clean-up which claimed the suit was Public Employees for Envi- rules at Carnegie Off High- stream flow. and abatement order, and it aimed at closing Carnegie ronmental Responsibility, Check Out Section A way Vehicle Park east of Subsequent legal ma- has to acquire a permit to and the settlement kept that or PEER. Section A is filled with Livermore. neuvering moved the action discharge waste. from happening. “We were seeking clean- information about arts, The suit was filed in 2009 out of the courts and into It also has to pay $65,000 In separate interviews, up,” not closure, Schambach people, entertainment and special events. There are by two activist organiza- the arena of administrative to cover plaintiff court representatives of the two said. PEER was “asked to education stories, a variety tions, Public Employees for corrections. However, the costs. organizations that filed the come in by employees work- of features, and the arts and Environmental Responsi- bottom line was the one An organization that sup- suit denied that claim and ing at Carnegie who were entertainment and bulletin bility and the California sought by the suit: in op- ports off-road activities tried called the victory boast tired of the (environmental) board. Sportsfishing Protection Al- erating Carnegie, the State to represent the lawsuit’s “silly.” Closing Carnegie (See CARNEGIE, page 8)

'Celebrating Freedom' Festivities on the 4th in Pleasanton For the fourteenth year, a band of volunteers is producing a midday Fourth of July event called “Celebrat- ing Freedom and its Evolu- tion since the Revolution.” This celebration will take place from noon to 1:30p. m. at Lions Wayside Park, First and Neal streets in Pleasanton. Pleasanton Community Concert Band, under the direction of conductor Bob Williams, will perform rousing patriotic music. An audience favorite is a medley of the anthems of each branch of the United States of America’s military, during which past and present veterans are encouraged to stand and be applauded for Photo - Doug Jorgensen their service to this country. The younger set enjoyed one of the rides at the Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton. For more photos, see page 7. The local chapters of Ameri- can Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will provide the color guard. This will be the second of Group Wants to Build North Livermore Cemetery four years of commemorat- More than two dozen north of the city's urban Tom McCaffrey, a co- The cemetery will accom- it now in the Valley, said ing the Civil War Sesquicen- investors, most of them from growth boundary, and situ- founder of the investors modate people of all faiths, McCaffrey. The closest tennial. Guest speakers Er- Livermore, are planning to ated in the scenic corridor behind the cemetery plan, and also secular burials. It comparable facilities are nie Manzo and Ann Collins build a 104-acre cemetery of Interstate 580. said that it has nothing to do would include a mortuary, in Lafayette and Hayward, will return to share insights about this part of the nation's just north of Interstate 580 The location is west of with the diocese. chapel, crematorium, and a which many people find too history. Manzo, attired in a near the little-used Las Co- Springtown and the planned McCaffrey is a Liver- columbarium for cremated remote from Livermore and uniform of the era, will talk linas Road overpass at the campus for a Catholic high more resident and retired remains. other Tri-Valley cities. about the battles of 1862 freeway. school. The school has city Navy captain who, with The cemetery would open Several years ago, a pro- and the conditions associ- The proposed Monte council approval, but has other community volunteers, through four phases, over a posal for a separate cemetery ated with them. Collins will Vista Memorial Gardens been stalled by a lack of was concerned that Liver- lifetime expectancy of 200 just east of San Ramon was offer “a grandmother’s per- property is now used as pas- funding priority by the Oak- more and the region has no years. sent to Contra Costa County spective” on the legislative ture land. The site is located land diocese. full-service cemetery. There is nothing like (See CEMETERY, page 4) actions of 1861 that have shaped the lives of citizens: the Homestead and Land Fireworks Grant acts, plus the Eman- Grand Jury Opines cipation Proclamation. Event at Las Ward Belding, as Uncle Sam, will explain the his- About Zone 7 Independence Positas College tory of Tschaikowsky’s “ more to encourage consoli- away from the county. The Livermore Fireworks 1812 Overture,” which the By Ron McNicoll In a 148-page report is- event will offer entertain- band will perform. Belding The Alameda County sued June 25 about a variety dation of special districts to Zone 7 was totally part ment, fun and games for also will lead a singalong Civil Grand Jury has raised of topics, the grand jury save taxpayers' money. of the county's flood control all ages. of “The Star-Spangled Ban- questions about Zone 7 examined the Local Agen- The report singles out department decades ago. July 4th fireworks are ner.” Returning as Master Water Agency's move to be- cy Formation Commission Zone 7 as an agency going in However, voters in the Val- returning to Livermore after of Ceremonies is Ken Mc- come totally separate from (LAFCO), and concluded the opposite direction from ley changed Zone 7 mission a one-year hiatus through Donald. Alameda County. that it could and should do consolidation, by breaking (See GRAND JURY, page 8) the efforts of the Liver- Pleasanton Lions Club more Fireworks Commu- will be cooking up the “Dog nity Committee, the City of & a Drink for a Dollar” Pleasanton Candidates to Pay Lower Upfront Fee Livermore, and Livermore hot-dog lunch. The Lions The Pleasanton City for the full cost of printing McGovern argued that fee. “I believe that it defi- Area Recreation and Park District. (See FESTIVITIES, page 2) Council reduced the initial ballot statements, $1170 charging such a high fee at nitely decreases the number payment for candidates who plus a $25 filing fee. The the beginning wasn’t fair of people willing to step The event will be held on plan to run for council or council reduced the payment to new candidates who had forward and run for office,” Wed., July 4 at Las Positas mayor this November. to $625 when candidates not yet set up a campaign McGovern stated. College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. The vote was unani- turn in papers. The remain- committee and started tak- City Manager Nelson Live music provided by mous. der would be paid after the ing donations. They would Fialho noted that the $1170 the Humming Birdz with Staff had recommended election. likely have to loan their is the estimated cost to print their high octane blues and charging candidates upfront Councilmember Cindy campaigns money to pay the (See FEE, page 4) American Idol Contestant, Jason “Wolf” Hamlin. The MC for the event is 101.7 FM KKIQ Radio Personal- Livermore, Police Union Agree on Contract ity and Funny Girl, Faith The Livermore City years through 2014. The new pensions in 2012 – 2013 requirement that new hires Alphers. Council voted unanimously contract is effective starting and another 2.5% in 2013 pay the full yearly 9% retire- Food Trucks and other Monday to approve a new July 2, 2012. – 2014, for a total of 5%. It ment cost each yaer. food vendors will be on RABBIT ADOPTION contract agreement with the The two-year contract also establishes another tier “Our police officers vol- hand. Wine and beer will be My name is Sassafras. I’m a Livermore Police Officers’ agreement approved by the for new hires with a new 3 untarily agreed to pay 5% available for purchase. 9-week-old Dutch/Dwarf girl. Association. Livermore City Council at 55 retirement, with the more in pension payments to Children’s games and I’m a wee package of curiosity, The projected savings includes provisions for po- retirement calculation based save the City of Livermore rides will provide entertain- sweetness and innocence. will be approximately lice officers to pay 2.5% on the three highest years’ money to help balance its ment for the younger set. I am one of 7 babies from a $374,000 for the next two more of their share into earnings. Also included is a (See CONTRACT, page 4) (See FIREWORKS, page 4) surprise litter born in rescue. Our neuters are included in the $50 adoption fee. To PET OF THE WEEK meet Sassafras, her beautiful Inside My name is Coral Belle, I am a beautiful Calico that is about Mama, and the litter of 7, 1 year old. I was never able to be a real kitten because I had join us this Saturday from SECTION A Editorial...... 4 lots of babies so I still like to play; I am sweet, loving and 12-3 pm at the Adoption quiet, well, until meal time, then I really talk. I will need to Event at the Dublin Petco, Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 warm up to you a bit, but once I trust you, I will purr for you 11976 Dublin Blvd. For more Bulletin Board...... 11 Roundup...... 3 and sit in your lap. I’m about to reach my 1 year anniversary info, call 925-519-1723, or at VHS. I’d love to find a forever home before that date rolls email ebrabbit@comcast. Milestones ...... 10 & 12 Short Notes...... 9 around. For more information, call 925-426-8656 or go online net. Visit www.eastbayrabbit. MAIN SECTION Sports...... 6 to www.valleyhumane.org to see other adoptable dogs and petfinder.com to see more cats. Valley Humane Society is located at 3670 Nevada Street Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 pet profiles. in Pleasanton. Photo by David Smith

PAGE 2 - The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 Operation Gateway at Las Positas Assists Veterans Las Positas College will personnel were enrolled contact Todd Steffan at hold its 4th annual summer at the college. The college 925.424.1571 or TStef- transition program, Opera- has been recognized as a [email protected] tion Gateway - A Veteran’s Military Friendly School by or Tony Santos TSantos@ Transition to Success. The “G.I. Jobs” magazine, plac- laspositascollege.edu 925- two-day program will run ing the college in the top 424-1572 July 18 and 19, 1 pm to 5 15 percent of educational All student Veterans are pm. institutions nationwide. welcome to attend. “We are proud to offer Veteran support services this two-day seminar that include a full-time program will be dedicated to in-depth coordinator, priority regis- education and career plan- tration, transfer workshops, ning, classroom expecta- a book loan program, a tions, finance and benefits study/drop-in tutorial center, information, campus life, work-study program and community resources and an active Student Veterans veteran support services,” Organization. For more in- said Veterans First Coordi- formation, please visit the Photo - Doug Jorgensen nator Todd Steffan. “Opera- website at www.laspositas- The 2012 Relay For Life of Livermore was held last weekend, with opening events tion Gateway is also a great college.edu/veterans. opportunity for veterans Las Positas College is at 9 a.m. on June 23 at Livermore High School. The day included a survivor lap and to experience firsthand the located at 3000 Campus Hill luminaria ceremony. For 24 hours, participants were on the track at the high school community and camarade- Drive in Livermore. with the goal to raise funds in the fight against cancer. Organizers announced that rie that we have here at Las For more information, over $235,000 was raised. The top team was Workday for Life, which raised over Positas College.” $26,000. Two participants read the names of people who have had cancer. In addition to informa- tional sessions and workshops, veterans also can meet other veterans and enjoy a barbeque lunch with students, staff, and members from community organizations. Textbook stipends also will be available for eligible student veterans. Space is limited; early registration is recommended. Register by calling Steffan at ( 925) 424- 1571 or email him at TSteffan@laspositas college.edu. “Operation Gateway” is sponsored by the Las Positas College Veterans First Program which provides veterans with services and resources to help them achieve their educational goals. This past academic year, more than 300 veterans or active duty military FESTIVITIES (continued from page one) The Scouts, Lions Club, be introduced. This year’s and stopwatches. Event Pleasanton Community also provide free hand-held honorees are Jan Batcheller sponsor is Heritage Bank Concert Band and planning American flags to the first and Tony Macchiano. The of Commerce. Free paper team add up to nearly 100 700 to arrive. Audience award is named in memory fans will be distributed, volunteers producing this members should plan to of a former mayor who also along with soap bubbles for event for our community. bring their own lawn chairs was the original master of children and temporary pa- W.Sutton founded the event or blankets. A limited num- ceremonies for this Fourth triotic “tattoos.” Boy Scout because, “The Fourth of July ber of folding chairs will be of July celebration. Troop #908 assembles the should be about more than available. Music sponsor is AC- fans. They also volunteer barbecues and fireworks. The 2012 Ed Kinney CUSPLIT, makers of certi- for set-up and tear-down for We need to honor our heri- Community Patriots will fied accurate pedometers the event. tage.” The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 - PAGE 3 Hacienda Business Park Reports Positive Growth Continues Family and Commercial customers are With the purchase of merchandise volume (GMV) scale up our nanostructuring Record Opening Day up to $6,000. For program details, visit existing facilities, new ten- exceeded $568 million, an technology to substrate areas Opening day of the 100th annual Al- www.pleasantonwaterconservation.com ants, and major accom- increase of 15 percent over larger than what is offered by ameda County Fair set a new attendance and click on the link “City Programs for plishments from the park’s 2010. “I am pleased with any competitors and demon- record as some 30,692 revelers poured all Water Customers.” companies, Hacienda Busi- our 2011 results, closing strate feasibility of the first onto the fairgrounds in Pleasanton. This ness Park in Pleasanton has another year of record sales few of our nanostructured is the highest opening day head count seen the positive growth of as we continue to build coatings.” Rolith’s coatings since record-keeping began according LANS Board of Governors Steven E. Koonin has been named as 2011 continue into the first the world’s largest online are targeted for the renew- to organizers of the 17-day fair that runs an Independent Governor on the LLNS half of 2012. marketplace for used equip- able energy, green building, through July 8 (closed Mondays). and LANS Boards of Governors. The “Hacienda businesses ment,” said Greg Owens, and consumer electronics Details of activities and entertainment LLCs manage the Lawrence Livermore are making important steps CEO of IronPlanet. “Buyers markets. The US $5 million can be found at www.alamedacountyfair. National Laboratory in Livermore, CA forward. That just increases and sellers are increasingly investments will also be com. and Los Alamos National Laboratory in the desirability of the park turning to IronPlanet as the used to expand the engineer- “ Centennial celebrations of this mag- Los Alamos, NM, respectively, for the as a premier location to trusted source to market and ing team and further research nitude are rare,” states April Mitchell, U.S. Department of Energy. do business,” notes James sell their used equipment, a and development. the Fair’s Sales & Marketing Manager. Norman J. Pattiz, chairman of the Paxson, Hacienda’s general true testament to the value Hacienda’s IntegenX “ We know how special it is and we are Lawrence Livermore National Security, manager. “We anticipate and strength of our business Inc., an emerging leader thrilled that fairgoers feel the same way. LLC (LLNS) and Los Alamos National more exciting developments model.” In 2011, IronPlanet in the field of rapid human We invite everyone to come out, share Security, LLC (LANS), announced the as the year continues.” conducted a record 114 auc- DNA identification, has in the fun and make lasting memories appointment, which will take effect Activity over the last tions worldwide, an increase acquired SV Corp, a wholly here at the Fair.” July 1. three months includes: of approximately 16 per- owned subsidiary of GE Koonin will chair the LANS/LLNS After a year scouring cent over 2010. Through Healthcare Bio-Sciences. Water-Wise Gardening Boards’ Mission Committee. The Mis- the Tri-Valley for a new IronPlanet’s marketplace, “The SV Corp acquisition The Water-Wise Gardening on the sion Committee serves in an advisory location, Axis Commu- over 37,000 items were sold, brings to IntegenX propri- Tri-Valley website provides information role to review current and future national nity Health has purchased up approximately 14 percent etary products and a proven about creating a water efficient land- security issues and Laboratory initia- a 24,000-square-foot facil- over 2010. and protected intellectual scape, as well as what plants will grow tives, capabilities and strategic plans to ity at 5925 W. Las Positas Rolith, Inc., a Haci- property estate (i.e., a pat- well in a particular location. Just visit address these issues. Blvd. Plans to transform the enda start-up developing ent portfolio) containing www.trivalleywaterwise.com. Koonin is a member of the Council warehouse-like space into advanced nanostructured key technical know-how,” This interactive website allows users on Foreign Relations and is a former a comfortable, light-filled coatings and devices, has said Dr. Stevan Jovanovich, to view numerous landscape designs, member of the Trilateral Commission. medical facility will begin received Series A funding in CEO of IntegenX. “This select plants, and offers gardening He is the recipient of numerous in a few months with the se- the total amount of $5 mil- acquisition marks an impor- resources. awards and honors, including election lection of an architect. Con- lion from DFJ VTB Capital tant milestone in IntegenX’s The website is a great tool for Pleas- to the National Academy of Sciences, struction will start in spring Aurora and AGC America introduction of our first com- anton water customers looking to take DOE’s E.O. Lawrence Award, and is a 2013, with move-in slated Inc. “We are very fortu- mercially available system advantage of the City’s matching Wa- Fellow of several professional societ- for early 2014, reports Axis nate to have the support of for rapid human DNA iden- ter-Efficient Landscape Rebate (this ies, including the American Physical CEO Sue Compton. “Axis is world’s leading glass pro- tification.” Set to commer- program works in partnership with Zone Society, the American Association of the only provider of medical ducer, AGC (Asahi Glass cially launch later this year, 7’s Lawn Replacement Rebate). Single- the Advancement of Sciences, and the care for low-income and Company) Group, and DFJ the IntegenX RapidHIT 200 Family residents can get up to $1,000 American Academy of Arts and Sci- uninsured residents of the VTB Capital Aurora, a high- is a self-contained Human for converting front lawns into water-ef- ences. Tri-Valley, and more than ly reputable nanotechnology Identification (HID) system ficient landscapes, and rebates for Multi- 450 new medical patients investor associated with one that automates and acceler- are coming to us for primary of Russia’s major bank- ates the process of producing care each month,” says ing groups, VTB Group,” standardized DNA profiles Compton. “We are operat- said Boris Kobrin, Founder from mouth swabs and other ing at full capacity in our and CEO of Rolith. “This human samples in less than two medical clinics—our investment will allow us to 90 minutes. main site in Pleasanton and our satellite clinic in Liver- more. We presently have 11,000 medical patients and expect to serve 20,000 patients by 2014.” Maddie’s Center, a next-generation companion animal care and teaching facility, has chosen to settle in Hacienda. The 90,000-square-foot center will house the operations of Maddie’s Fund, the family foundation established David Duffield, of People- Soft and Workday fame, and his wife Cheryl. Three primary groups will occupy the building at 4280 Haci- enda Drive: the grant-giving arm, the direct-care center, and a think-tank-like insti- tute that will train thought leaders around the world in best practices, according to Maddie’s Fund President Rich Avanzino. The organization aspires to revolution- ize the status and well-being of companion animals. Given its long-held focus on hard-to-place canines and felines, Maddie’s Center aims to make it easier and less costly to treat and place homeless pets who are sick, injured, or poorly behaved. It has the specific goal of seeing that “all the dogs and cats in America enjoy a loving home by 2015.” IronPlanet, an online marketplace for used heavy equipment, reported record annual sales in 2011 as gross Bocce Kits for Rent The Livermore Area Rec- reation and Park District is making bocce ball kits available for rent to the public. Bocce ball kits can be checked out for a week at a time from the Robert Liver- more Community Center. The kits are available at the front counter from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Rental for one week is $20, plus a $40 refundable deposit by credit card or cash – a total of $60. The $40 deposit is refundable if equipment is returned in good condition. Kits are rented on a first- come, first-served basis; reservations are not available in advance. Rental of a bocce ball kit does not guarantee a bocce ball court will be available. The Robert Livermore Community Center is located at 4444 East Ave., Livermore. Bothwell Park is located at 2466 Eighth St., Livermore. For more information, call 925-373- 5700. PAGE 4 - The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 FEE (continued from page one) EDITORIAL ballot statements. The final ies charged candidates. message that we are good Councilmembers said cost of printing may be Both Livermore and Dublin stewards of our budget. Be- that if a candidate did not Union Steps Up different in which case can- charge a candidate $750. ing able to obtain cost recov- pay the remainder of the The Livermore Police Officers’ Association didates would be billed if Councilmember Cheryl ery is very important.” She cost, the loss of income stepped up to help save the city money over it were higher or receive a Cook-Kallio said she was added later, “The job doesn’t to the city would be very refund if lower. Fialho said willing to discuss changing pay much. If someone is small. the next two years and in the future. that until the 2008 election, Pleasanton’s policy. She poor, they’re pretty much Cook-Kallio said she The new contract, which goes into effect the city had subsidized the wondered if there were a excluded from running, un- could live with McGovern’s July 2, 2012, is projected to save Livermore printing, charging candi- way that a candidate would less they have a bread-win- suggestion. “I do want peo- close to $374,000 over the next two years. dates about $250 each. He not have to pay for the ballot ner to provide support.” ple to participate.” Future savings will result from a new tier for noted, “The council policy statement. McGovern suggested that Councilmember Jerry now is to pass on the full Staff explained there was the council establish a policy Thorne stated, “It’s a reason- new hires that will require them to pay the full cost.” the option to fill out a form for this election whereby able compromise.” yearly 9% retirement cost each year. In the past, Mayor Jennifer Hoster- stating financial hardship. If candidates could make an Both Cook-Kallio and the city has been funding the full cost. Current man pointed out that the bal- a candidate meets the criteria initial payment, then pay the Thorne are running for employees will pay 2.5% more of their share lot statement is optional. of income at 30 percent be- city back after the election. mayor from safe seats on into pensions in the first year of the contract Resident Karla Brown, low the median income for The deposit for printing the the council. Planning Com- who ran for council in the Los Angeles County (just statement would be $600 missioner Jerry Pentin has and another 2.5% the following year, for a 2008 election, said that it is over $25,000), the deposit plus the $25 filing fee. announced that he is running total of 5%. difficult to win without the would be waived. Fialho said that could be for council. Karla Brown The police union gave overwhelming voter statement. She told the Hosterman supported an option. However, there said at the council meeting approval to the new contract, voting 71 to 1 council that she had looked staff’s recommendation. She is no collateral to ensure that she also plans to run in favor. into what neighboring cit- stated, “We need to send a payment. for office. Officer Glen Robbins, President of the Livermore Police Officers’ Association, “We recognize that, despite our tough jobs, we need to contribute more so that basic city CONTRACT services can be maintained for the citizens of (continued from page one) Livermore.” In total, Robbins estimates that the union has agreed to over $1 million dollars budget,” said Officer Glen contract helps the city to going in Livermore. their families are sacrificing Robbins, President of the reach its goal of pension In total, Robbins esti- – so are our residents.” in taxpayer savings in the last few years of reform. He added that the is mates that the Livermore Livermore Mayor John negotiations, including giving up a 3.2% raise Livermore Police Officers’ Association. “We recognize the first time that all of the POA has agreed to over Marchand stated that he in 2009. that, despite our tough jobs, union members, with the $1 million dollars in tax- was pleased that both sides Both councilmembers and Robbins agreed we need to contribute more exception of one, approved payer savings in the last few were able to work together to that the process had been a positive one. We so that basic city services the contract. The vote was years of negotiations. come up with the contract. 71 to 1. “Livermore’s police officers Councilmember Stewart agree with councilmembers who said that the can be maintained for the citizens of Livermore.” In 2009, the Livermore are 100% committed to this Gary thanked the union willingness to help save the city money during Robbins said that the Police Officers’ Association community and to keeping members for what he called the economic downturn is just another example negotiating process was opened up its contract and basic services and programs a “healthy bargaining pro- of how the police make Livermore a better truly a collaborative effort its members gave up a 3.25% for our residents,” Robbins cess. Thank you for all you place to live. on both sides. The final raise to keep basic services added. “Our officers and do for us.”

Livermore School District to CEMETERY (continued from page one) Host Workshop for Candidates by investors in that area. Further, the small opera- Further, there is an arroyo said that if the cemetery The Livermore Valley and responsibilities of public However, no action has been tions have trouble providing that runs through the land. resembles a full-service Joint Unified School District service as a Board member, taken on it. The drive for it permanent care for graves, Along the banks of it, the cemetery proposed for North (LVJUSD) has provided in- as well as the election pro- has been revived. so some of them simply cemetery developers, Monte Livermore Avenue several formation for citizens inter- cess. Former San Ramon May- cover over graves with hard Vista Memorial Investment years ago, "I'm adamantly ested in running for a seat on The informal session will or Abram Wilson made a pre- surfaces to keep mainte- Group (MVMIG), would set opposed." the Board of Education, Nov. be held on July 10, 2012 at sentation to the Pleasanton nance at a minimum. aside a 100-foot setback for The cemetery may be 6, 2012. The terms of Chuck 6:00 P.M. in the Board Room City Council about it several McCaffrey states that riparian wildlife. infrastructure, but it is not Rogge and Belia Martinez at 685 E. Jack London Bou- months ago. However, there Monte Vista Memorial Gar- Although MVMIG is an infrastructure in support of expire in November. The levard. Topics will include has been no response. dens would have a beautiful investment group, it is com- agriculture as required by Board of Education is the duties of trustees, meet- COMPARING PLAN campus and sufficient water prised strictly of "regular Measure D, he added. policy making body of the ing calendar, time lines for TO OLD CEMETERIES for landscaping. folks" from Livermore and Further, crematoriums Livermore School District. candidates, and the Califor- McCaffrey said that A previous plan for a full- nearby towns, according to and funeral parlors are not Its responsibilities include nia Fair Political Practices Livermore's long-estab- service cemetery in North McCaffrey. permitted under Measure D. hiring the superintendent, Commission rules. Anyone lished graveyards are like Livermore was bogged He said that MVMIG They are considered indus- approving curriculum and interested in the process is "country cemeteries." They down by an objection from submitted an application trial uses. the budget, and negotiating invited to attend, listen, and contracts with the bargain- ask questions. contain graves and head- Zone 7 Water Agency about to the Alameda County Baltzer also said that the ing units in the District. The According to the school stones. All other services cemetery wells draining too Planning Department a few area is in the scenic highway five trustees serve staggered district statement, “Being must come from the outside, much water from the aquifer months ago for a permit for corridor. It would appear four-year terms. a Trustee of the Livermore such as cremation or mortu- and impacting neighboring the use. to be illegal, if it is in the All candidate filing docu- Valley Joint Unified School ary service. wells. McCaffrey explained that viewshed. ments may be obtained at District does not require All of the Livermore McCaffrey said that there his group sees the cemetery McCaffrey said in the the Alameda County Office a degree in education or cemeteries say they have are three water sources for as needed infrastructure information that he shared of the Registrar of Voters a background in politics. 50 years capacity left, said the proposed cemetery. The for the area. Measure D, with the Independent that beginning July 16, 2012 However, it does require a McCaffrey. It's true, they do, biggest is an eight-inch pipe- which controls agricultural there is a natural berm along and must be completed by sincere interest and strong he said. That is because they line that runs past the prop- land in the county, permits the highway, which blocks August 10, 2012. investment in the commu- have very few customers. erty. He said that the private infrastructure. McCaffrey views of the land. The angles The District will hold a nity, its children, and their Most people prefer to go to firm that owns the pipeline said he thinks the group of view from the freeway workshop covering roles education.” the full-service cemeteries would be happy to have the will be able to prove that the are being checked to deter- in Lafayette and Hayward cemetery as a customer. cemetery fits the Measure D mine whether there is total cemeteries, despite the in- Last week, a crew was is definition. compliance with the scenic FIREWORKS convenience of having to already digging a well on the Bob Baltzer, president corridor, he said. (continued from page one) drive farther, he said. property. of Friends of Livermore, The fireworks committee staged at Las Positas College is selling glasses that will to shuttle people for return make the fireworks appear routes. Visit the Wheels bigger and better than they website (www.lavta.org) to already are. They are avail- view the complete route. able for a donation of $3 Bus fees are $2.00 for youth each or two pair for $5. The and adults, $1.00 for seniors, fireworks display will be and children under 6-years- simulcast to music provided of-age ride for free. by 101.7 FM KKIQ. For those who are plan- T h e g a t e s o p e n a t ning to view these fireworks 4:00pm. from your homes, consider (Opinions voiced in let- terconnect. We hope to dors will be there along The Livermore Lab Advance tickets at $20 making a donation at www. ters published in Mailbox create more events of this with children’s games and should use radiation air per carload are available at livermorefireworks.org or at sort that will help members www.livermorefireworks. PayPal link. are those of the author and rides. Wine and Beer will be monitors for a potentially org. Tickets will be $25 the Livermore Councilmem- do not necessarily reflect of various faiths see their available. dangerous project next to the day of the event at the gate. ber Stewart Gary comment- the opinion of The Inde- similarities rather than their We have amazing fire- Rhonewood swimming pool. Walk-ins are $5. Wheels ed, "Free fireworks don't fall pendent. Letter Policy: The differences. works glasses. These glass- Hundreds of Livermore citi- Bus service Route 12 will from the sky. They are shot Independent will not publish es will make the fireworks zens agree. However, Lab be available. from the ground using hard anonymous letters, nor will Fireworks Are Back appear bigger and better officials informed Tri-Valley Buses following Wheels earned money." it publish letters without Wendy Weathers than they already are. They CAREs, a Livermore-based Route 12 will ferry people FloraTech Landscape names. 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The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 - PAGE 5 Pleasanton Schools Budget Dips Nearly 3 percent Pleasanton school trust- custodial services at the spend it once, what do you elementary school in the The board also heard The plan also sets “bold ees have approved a $112 middle schools and high do next year?” northwest portion of the Ahmadi present the final goals” in the areas of cur- million budget for the com- schools. Grant, who made the mo- district, which will be near strategic plan for the dis- riculum and instruction, ing fiscal year, down 2.6 per- The board was split over tion, said that he worked a proposed transit-oriented de- trict. The previous plan was personal growth, fiscal stew- cent from the current year, whether to add one full- day with custodians at Ama- velopment next to the eastern adopted in 2004. The board ardship (“students will be which ends June 30. time equivalent custodian dor. “ It’s not adequately BART station. There might participated in a workshop central to all fiscal deci- The board acted at its position, divided equally staffed as it is. They are also be the further need for that helped form the plan sions”), and learning envi- meeting June 19. The new between Amador Valley and just getting by. It can be a the equivalent of one more along with students, teach- ronment. budget will include a 3 per- Foothill high schools. health and safety issue in elementary school. ers, administrators and com- Ahmadi showed slides in cent reserve, down from the The staff recommenda- flu season, and head lice DDP sees no need for a munity members. summary of the work com- current 8 percent reserve. tion did not include that season,when regular cleanli- new middle school or high The plan’s announced pleted so far by the Facilities The spend-down of the re- addition, which would cost ness is critical,” said Grant. school at any time in the next vision is, “every student will Master Plan Committee and serve will cover only one $50,000. Superintendent Laursen made an earlier 30 years. The consultants be a resourceful, resilient, the district’s consultant. year of program support. Parvin Ahmadi said adding motion not to raise the fund recommended updating data responsible and engaged Formulation of that plan will There were also $2.2 mil- the custodians would put the by $50,000, but to make sure annually to maintain a good world citizen.” The mission continue at two more meet- lion in spending reductions, allocation above the amount that technicians and library idea of any potential changes statement is, “our students ings scheduled for this fall. many of which eliminated that classified employee assistants were funded, even in trends. will make a better world.” teaching positions in grades concessions would save the if it meant not designating 1 through 3. The result is a district in the coming year. money for custodians. Ar- change in class size to 30, With no state budget kin seconded that motion, instead of the 25 to 1, which signed yet, and the failure but it did not go to a vote, was the case for the 2011-12 of a revenue-raising initia- because Grant substituted school year. tive in November a pos- his motion. Most of the spending sibility, the administration After the vote, Laursen cuts were concessions by is trying keep commitments said that she was satisfied certificated, classified and low in 2012-13. The follow- with the board’s action. administration employees. ing school year is expected BOARD HEARS The budget was discussed to have a larger deficit for DEMOGRAPHIC frequently through the spring schools than that for 2012- STUDY by trustees, parents and the 13. The board was presented public. Trustees Chris Grant, Val- with a demographic study Assistant superinten- erie Arkin and Jeff Bowser by consultant Davis De- dent Luz Cázares called voted for a motion to restore mographics & Planning the board’s attention to one all of the positions, includ- (DDP). point in the budget. The ing custodians, and president The report shows that Sycamore Fund, which is Joan Laursen and Jamie the district will grow by used to upgrade technology Hintzke were opposed. 1500 students at the peak of in the district, is owed $1.8 All five agreed on the de- build-out projections in 30 million by the district’s capi- sirability to hire back all of years, because of future city tal facilities fund. the positions. However, the rezonings to provide more The capital facilities fund sticking point was wheth- work force housing. borrowed the money, beer to approve the $50,000 However, only 20 percent cause of the sharp drop in above Ahmadi’s recom- of that growth will occur in developer fee income over mendation for the custodian the next 10 years, said the the past several years result- positions. demographers. Ahmadi said ing from the housing devel- Hintzke said that she was that was an important obser- opment slowdown. Cázares opposed to going $50,000 vation for the community, said that she wants the board over the staff recommenda- “so that people don’t say we Exchange students from sister cities, Pleasanton and Tulancingo, had a great time to think about ways that the tion, because “it is not a need room for 1500 students decorating a float and riding in the Alameda County Fair Parade. Then they had a fund might be paid back. good idea to take gift money in two years.” full day at the Fair. Pleasanton's Richert Lumber/Ace Hardware donated the truck. One action the board (the concessions), and spend The projections show Pleasanton students will be going back to Tulancingo with their new sisters/brothers took as part of the budget at it on ongoing expense. If you that the district will need the meeting was to restore the equivalent of one new on July 8th for 4 weeks. $376,000 worth of classified positions. The money will add one or two hours to staffing at various positions. They include elementary school tech specialists, school library media specialists, maintenance services, and

Springtown Residents Asked to Rank Preferred Library Services The Livermore Public Li- brary is developing expanded service options for the Springtown Branch Library. The Easy Access Springtown Library will be an innovative service model providing a mix of staffed and unstaffed service hours. In the Easy Access model, the Springtown Branch will continue to be open and staffed on Tuesdays from 12 noon to 8:00 pm. During the remaining six days of the week, patrons will have access to an unstaffed part of the building during the same hours that the Civic Center Library is open. Patrons will be able to gain entry to that part of the building using key card access (similar to Anytime Fitness). During non-staffed hours, the main library collection will be closed off using a grill gate, similar to how the Post Office operates during non-open hours. The Library is consider- ing what services to offer during the unstaffed library hours. Anyone interested in using the “Easy Access” Library, please participate in the survey about which of the possible services would be most important. The survey can be ac- cessed through July 15 at www.surveymonkey.com/s/ springtown or in print at the Springtown Branch Library during open hours. Among the services residents are asked to rank are a small study area, limited computing, including a wireless Internet connec- tion, DVD lending machine, small collection of both popular adult and children’s books to check out using a self-check machine, and an automated check-in unit.

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Livermore's JR 90's Gold team won District 57 Tournament of Champions. In the first game, Livermore beat Lafayette by 2 runs. It was a close game until the 4th inning when Steve Bruan started the hitting with a The Hurricanes U9 team finished in first place in their base hit. All of Livermore's batters followed suit. The division in the indoor soccer league. Pictured are (front second game was played against San Ramon. San row, left to right) Isabella Finch, Adrianna Castro, Emma Team members of the Granada Little League AAA Ramon's first game went into extra innings using up Shingler, Gianna Ceccanti and Hailey Miller; (sedond Rangers are Ben Morrisroe, Austin Overton, Aiden valuable pitching. The championship game was called row) Peyton Dinwiddie, Coach Frank, Arianna Hatton, Lewis, Tristan Shackelford, Franco Moufarrej, Dylan in the 5th inning as Livermore out hit San Ramon by 10 Baylee Schacherer, Chloe Totten, Gianna Pietro and Baxter, Nick Puso, Adrian Ayala, Rudy Ayala, Scott runs. Pictured is the winning JR 90's Gold team. Coach Steve. McPherson, Devon Pearce.

50 yard backstroke. Camryn, DBAC, 33.37. 7-8 25 yd. tough teams. Great pitching and pow- team that created two beach squads presented to the outstanding male and TOC Champs Pleasanton Meadows girls swam Heath, Amy R, DP Stingrays-CC, erful hitting led the way. with both winning their brackets. female athlete leaders on each varsity Livermore’s Granada Little 23.95. 9-10 25 yd. Dillon, Kaylee, League AAA Rangers brought home to six other first place finishes. In the In game one, against the All Star Again, they faced each other in the team. They are selected by fellow team youngest age bracket, Julie McElroy DBAC, 20.13. 11-12 50 yd. Hogue, Fastpitch, Phantom won 11-0. Mary semi-finals. One of the Katz squads members. the Tournamnet of Champions Title (breaststroke) and Laruen DuBos (fly) Meghan, DP Stingrays-CC, 37.23. from the District 57 playoffs. Disctrict Rockwood (#49) and Emily Trinidad went on to win the championship. The won for the U6’s while in the oldest 13-14 50 yd. Pollitz, Rebecca, DBAC, (#24) had some great hits accompanied U16 Girls Kryptonite, split squads 57 comprises leagues from Livermore, bracket Kaala Cheney won the fly. In 37.68. 15-18 50 yd. Goodman, Alanna, Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon and DBAC, 39.22. 100 IM: 9-10: Lee, by Jenna O’Neal (pitching) and Nicole with one moving up to play in the Run San Ramon between Lauren Whiteland (back) and Riordan (14 catching). Game two, U17 - U19 age group. Both teams Kick-off the 4th of July with a Danville. After the four-day elimina- Amelia Kelly (fly) won for the 9-10’s Kaela, DBAC, 1:27.72. 11-12 Hogue, against the West Coast Ghosts, was continued the Kryptonite’s winning healthy start by running or walking tion process, it came down to two and Sidney Vaeth took the free for Meghan, DP Stingrays-CC, 1:13.27. in the annual Run San Ramon. This Livermore teams; Granada Little the 11-12’s. 13-14 Doi, Megan, DP Stingrays-CC, exciting with a home run by Jessica ways by taking home the champion- 1:15.44. 15-18 Chang, Iris, DBAC, O’Neal and two bombs hit by Emily ships. The U17-19 Kraze a new team always popular Independence Day League Rangers and Livermore Ameri- Rounding out the Sharks first classic offers an event for everyone: can Yankees. It could not have been a place finishes were Blake Tucker 1:08.03. Backstroke: 6-under 25 yd. Trinidad. Sofia Molinaalso connected for West Coast Soccer played tough (11-12 breaststroke), Chris Mowry Harper, Savana, DBAC, 31.00. 7-8 25 for some big hits. The combination physical games and found the experi- 3K Fun Walk; 5K Run/Walk; and 10K better match for the final game. These Run. Proceeds from Run San Ramon respective teams scored a combined (15-18 breaststroke), and Caleb Hilton yd. Kang, Sophia, DBAC, 22.92. 9-10 of Jenna and Jessica O’Neal pitching ence rewarding and fun. (7-8 free.) 25 yd. Earle, Elizabeth, DBAC, 19.93. produced a perfect game. Strong pitch- For more information on will benefit the City of San Ramon’s 31 runs in their games the day before. community programs. However, the championship match 11-12 50 yd. Lee, Jennifer, DBAC, ing in game three against Fresno Elite We Can Soccer, visit www.west- 36.22. 13-14 50 yd. Earle, Katie, by Danielle Williams resulted in the coastsoccerclub.com/WeCanSoccer. All three courses feature flat, up was still 1-0 going into the fourth DBAC, 34.92. 15-18 50 yd. Lewis, fast, and paved surfaces, running inning. JJ Knight for the Yankees was Green Gators vs. CSP third win of the day. The final score pdfatz. Dublin Green Gators took on Madasyn, DBAC, 33.83. was 1-2 as it ended with a monstrous throughout the monitored streets in able to fight off the season-long power Clubsport (CSP) Tidalwaves in swim Freestyle Relay: 6-under 100 yd. the Bishop Ranch area of San Ramon hitting by the Rangers until the fourth triple by Michelle Wood that drove in league action. The Tidalwaves edged Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Kops, Abigail the winning run. (East of 680). Commemorative T-shirts inning, when the Rangers came alive the Gators 502.5 t0 457.5. 6, Parkhi, Anika 6, Harper, Savana 6, Splash & Dash go out to all participants. Start/Finish at the bat. Scott McPherson held the Lurie, Camryn 6), 2:18.63. 7-8 100 yd. On Sunday, Phantom began play at The Tri-Valley Triathlon Club will Top swimmers for Dublin were: 3:00 against the Fresno Grizzlies. The line features beverages, fruit, snacks, Yankees to only one run, pitching his Boys 6 & Under: Mason Valentine; Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Domenichini, host the First Annual Tri-Valley Kids ice cream, booths, and the ever-popular awesome pitching/catching combo of Splash & Dash for ages 7-15 on Sun- best game of the season. Girls 7-8: Lillian Cano; Boys 7-8: Jessica 8, Chau, Lilli 7, Kang, Sophia wading fountain, as well as the awards 7, Lee, Aven 7), 1:15.33. 9-10 200 yd. Danielle Williams and Sofia Molina day, July 15 from 9:00am to 1:00pm at With the help of superb defense Vincente Giannini ceremony following the race. by Tristan Shackelford, Dylan Baxter Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Lurie, Hanna 10, gave us a 5-1 win against the Fresno the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center Girls 9-10: Brook Promes; Boys Chung, Megan 9, Lee, Kaela 10, Roho- Grizzlies. Courtney Dinelli connected in Pleasanton. The Mayor’s Cup will be awarded and Devon Pearce, and Austin Overton 9 -10: Frankie Fitzpatrick; Girls to the winning pre-registered San coming in to pitch in the final inning vit, Taylor 9), 2:28.69. 11-12 200 yd. for a huge triple along with big hits The Splash & Dash is a swim/run 11-12: Isabella Santos; Boys 11-12: Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Earle, Allison 1 from Emily Trinidad and Sofia Molina. event for ages 7-15 that introduces Ramon resident, male and female (5K the team closed it out. The clutch Reese Toney and 10K). Trophies will go to the top hitting by Ben Morrisroe in the final Goodman, Audrey 12, Dillon, Lindsay In the championship game, Phantom youth participants to USA Triathlon. Girls 13 -14: Alison Jones; Boys The event is one of 30 events across male, female, and team finishers of two innings helped push the Rangers 12, Lee, Jennifer 12), 2:01.56. 13-14 battled the CA Aftershock. They held 13 - 14: Stefan Dillon; Girls 15-18: 200 yd. Del Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ the country as a part of the USAT Youth each 5K and 10K race. Medals will to the final score of 4-1. Credit must strong with tough pitching and offense Alison Pitts; Boys 15 - 18: Jason (Waldear, Heather 13, Huber, Cameron for a 2-5 victory. Aquathlon Series. be given three deep in designated age also go to the contribution in the Van Dorn 13, Bell, Lucy 14, White, Nikki 13), The focus of the event series is on groups for both 5K and 10K male and preceding games by the entire Rang- The Pleasanton Phantom 12B 2:05.12. 15-18 200 yd. Dbac Swim team had a weekend to be proud of participation rather than competition. female participants (5-8, 9-12, 13-15, ers team, from the strong pitching by This will be a non-competitive event. Team ‘A’ (Lewis, Madasyn 15, Pollitz, in Stockton on June 9 and 10 at the 16-19, 20-24, to 85+). Rudy and Adrian Ayala to the clutch Amy-Lynn 17, Goodman, Alanna 15, No times will be taken. Every partici- Race-day registration for all events hitting by Franco Moufarrej, Aiden Pleasanton Valley Chang, Iris 18), 1:50.54. RR Gold Tournament. This was an pant will receive a USAT Splash and Pleasanton Valley swam past A ball tournament, so the team was per person is $40.00 Lewis and Nick Puso, and of course Casatlewood, 1080 to 705. Boys Results: Dash medal, t-shirt and goodies from Check-in and race day registration challenged all weekend. On Saturday, our sponsors. It is a USA Triathlon the two over-the-fence home runs A new PVC record was set in the Medley Relay: 6-under 200 yd. Del will be open at 6:30 a.m., at the San by Scott McPherson. Manager Jim Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ (Pruss, Evan Phantom faced 3 tough teams, RR sanctioned event requiring a safety 9-10 Girls Free Relay 2:05.94 (Emily Gold, KG Hitters, and CA Breeze, Ramon Community Center 12501 Morrisroe and his coaching crew, Todd Claridge, Julia Gonsman, Caroline M6, Jorgenson, Jac M5, Jetter, Nathan plan, and insurance licenses through M6, Stedman, Caden M6), 2:24.30. coming away with 2 of the 3 games. USAT for every participant. USAT is Alcosta Blvd. (East side of 680), in McPherson, Andy Overton and Mike Gjerde, and Kieran Wallace) San Ramon—same location of the Puso made for a winning season that Top Swimmers: 7-8 100 yd. Del Prado Stingrays-CC Pitching was once again fantastic. a not for profit organization. ‘A’ (Kasper, Kenny M8, Jorgenson, Consistent strong hits came from Boys and girls ages 7 - 15 who races’ start and finish lines. The 10K will not be forgotten by the members of 8 and unders Jake McMillan, Run will start at 8:15 a.m., with the 3K this team for long time to come. Elijah Banks, Camden McLag- Sam M8, McMasters, Andrew M7, Nicole Riordan, Emily Trinidad and want to compete must be able to gan, Evan Grell, Max Bice, Blake Lester, Timmy M8), 1:35.09. 9-10 Michelle Wood. On Sunday, Phantom swim at least 25 yards independently Fun Walk and 5K Run/Walk beginning Bouchard, Jackson Morgenstern, 100 yd. Del Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ began the day with a win against the without stopping. Registration is $25 at 8:20 a.m. Logan Bras, Nathan Cohn, Logan (Bell, Jack M10, McMasters, Michael Rapids (3-1). The second was a battle per child. Register online or find more For more Run San Ramon infor- Seahawks at SRVLA M10, Lester, John M9, Reimer, David information on the event website www. mation and/or an application, contact The Pleasanton Seahawks swim- Bayani, Colin Wallace, Ethan Braga, with strong pitching from both teams. Kelly Queen, Carolijn Steele, Paige M9), 1:18.88. 11-12 200 yd. Del Prado trivalleytriclub.com/splash. the San Ramon Parks & Community mers (PLS) competed at the SRVLA Phantom ended up losing, with a final Reynolds, Everett Wogsland, Matthew Stingrays-CC ‘A’ (Glenn, Alex M12, score of 4-3. Services, Brad Morris (925) 973-3367. C/B/A+ Meet June 9-10, 2012 in San Holbrook, Noah Trejo, Regan Braga, Juarez, Tommy M12, Bessiere, Jack Participants can download this applica- Ramon. Shaving off time, PLS Age- Colin Braga, Erin Spohr, Aimee Sit- M1 Reimer, Steven M11), 2:37.67. 13- Volleyball Camp tion and send in entry fee(s), Online Group swimmers turned in a strong ter, Kennedy Morgan, Sydney Queen, 14 200 yd. Del Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ The Livermore High School Girls registration is available through active. showing with many Lifetime Best (Newman, Jake M14, Sabatini, Tommy West Coast Soccer Volleyball Program will be hosting Sarah Taylor West Coast Soccer Club made its com. Run San Ramon’s timing and (LTB) swims and new cuts. 9-10's Nick Francken, Jacob Law- M14, Reimer, James M14, Smith, Junior Cowboys Volleyball camps Pre Novice: Adam Valentine Taylor M13), 2:12.70. 15-18 200 yd. mark in the soccer community by send- from July 30th to August 2nd in the results will be provided by On Your rence, David Gjerde, Leah Kreizen- Mark Events. achieved lifetime best times (LTB) in back, Alexis Bayani, Kyla Harris, Del Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ (Kurotori, ing 18 teams to the 2012 Santa Cruz Livermore High School Main Gym for 50 free/back. Grace Rovere, Abby Baer, Lily Bras, Cameron M16, Goard, Andrew M16, Beach Pro-Am soccer tournament. The girls entering 3rd through 9th grade. Novice: Dominick Wonosaputra- Kieran Wallace, Vanessa Montiel, Ava Hogue, Ryan M15, Sabatini, Anthony girls and boys of West Coast brought The All Skills Camps (9:00 am to Jail Break Run best times (BTs) 50 free/breast; Adora Bice, Cassie Jacob, Amanda Francken, M16), 1:56.38. home 7 championship trophies with an 10:30 am for girls entering 3rd to 5th Sunday, July 22, there’s going to be Do- 100% BTs, 50 free dropped 9 sec- Will Bosse Freestyle: 6-under 25 yd. Yang, additional 5 teams making semi-final grade, and 10:30 am to 12:00 pm for a jail break—and the Alameda County onds & new B time, 50 back dropped 8 11-12's Chase Sinclair, Alan Christopher, DBAC, 35.22. 7-8 25 game appearances. girls entering 6th to 9th grade) cost $70 seconds; Nikita Gautham-BTs in 100 Deputy Sheriff’s Association invites Thomas, Carter Person, Nick Mc- yd. Jorgenson, Sam, DP Stingrays-CC, A view from high atop Santa Cruz upon entry. For more information and everyone to join in. The 10th annual free/breast; Andrew Li-100% BTs, Murdie, Matthew Dotson, Nithya 17.61. 9-10 50 yd. Kost, Jack, DBAC, Boardwalk’s Big Dipper ride showed registration form, visit the Livermore 50 back dropped over 17 seconds, 50 Jail Break Run, benefiting Special Swaminathan, McKenna Harris, 34.28. 11-12 50 yd. Juarez, Tommy, a sea of neon green jerseys made up High School website, under “Athlet- breast dropped 6 seconds and new B DP Stingrays-CC, 32.37. 13-14 50 ics” and “Girls Volleyball”. Olympics Northern California, offers Daniella Hawkins, Alyssa Wu, Del- of West Coast players playing beach an “escape plan” for everyone: a 5K run time; David Yang-dropped 18 sec in 50 aney Bammer yd. Sabatini, Tommy, DP Stingrays- free, BTs: 50 free/breast, 100 breast; CC, 28.20. 15-18 50 yd. Kurotori, soccer on almost every field. “Every- (or walk), a 10K run, a Kids’ ½-mile 13-14's Emma Furr, Andrew where you turned, there were players run, and a Kids’ 1-mile run. Andrew Zhao-100% BTs, first swim Bailey, Addison McLaggan, Melissa Cameron, DP Stingrays-CC, 23.49. Register for Alumni meet, 50 free/back/breast Butterfly: 6-under 25 yd. Stedman, sporting the bright neon green shirts. For the tenth straight year, thisev- Brillhart From our youngest U9 team to all the Intermediate I: Bryson Huey-LTB 15-18s Tyler Crevalt, Matt Mc- Caden, DP Stingrays-CC, 32.82. 7-8 Football Game ent will be hosted by the Alameda in all events, with new A times in 100 25 yd. Jorgenson, Sam, DP Stingrays- way up to U16.” said Paul Giamona, The Livermore-Granada Boost- County Sheriff’s Office, at its Training Murdie, Claire McLaggan, Ali Gons- ers will host an alumni football game free and 50 breast; Josh Atre-LTB in man, Ashley Person, Copland Green CC, 21.04. 9-10 25 yd. Lester, John, director of operations at West Coast Center (which is located right next all three events, shaving off 20 seconds DP Stingrays-CC, 18.32. 11-12 50 Soccer Club. “We take our soccer between the Cowboys and Matadors to the Santa Rita Jail), 6289 Broder in 50 breast; Aaron Lin-Best times in yd. Bessiere, Jack, DP Stingrays-CC, serious and we take having fun even on Friday, September 14, 2012 (7:00 Blvd., Dublin. The Jail Break Run is 50 free/breast, also went an A time in 38.45. 13-14 50 yd. Kye, Geunho, more serious.” p.m.) at Granada High School. Those part of the Sheriff’s year-round Law first ever 200 IM; David Peck-Best Stingrays vs. Pirahnas DBAC, 31.33. 15-18 50 yd. Kurotori, West Coast Soccer Club’s 18 team wanting to play, coach, or purchase Enforcement Torch Run fundraising time in 50 free, shaving off over 12 The Del Prado Stingrays eight Cameron, DP Stingrays-CC, 26.19. included: U9 Girls -Fury Coming to the memorabilia, go to: www.livermore- seconds; Madhav Vats-New BTs in point edge topped the Dolores Bengt- campaign. Breaststroke: 6-under 25 yd. beach for the second time. The Fury granadaboosters.org. Call (925) 766- The 5K course is a flat and fast 50 free/breast; Eric Wu-New BTs (B son Aquatic Center (DBAC) Pirahnas Rohovit, Hunter, DBAC, 34.84. 7-8 girls breezed past all their opponents 0673 or e-mail Brad Morisoli, brad@ loop. The 10K run is primarily flat and times) 50 back/breast; Sonia Atre-LTB by the score of 501 to 493 in Tri-Valley 25 yd. Jorgenson, Sam, DP Stingrays- morisoli.net if you have questions or in all three events, shaving off 14 sec- to easily take the title. The U9 Girls fast, with one hill — the very same hill Swim League competition. CC, 24.68. 9-10 50 yd. McMasters, need more information. onds in 50 back; Esha Chawla- Very Leading the way for the Pirahnas Wild Katz played tough and gained you must master to join the Alameda Michael, DP Stingrays-CC, 20.97. Registration is online only. All strong performances in first ever 200 were girls, Nicola Lindell (11), Kay- 11-12 50 yd. Huang, Timothy, DBAC, valuable experience for next year County S.W.A.T. team; members of the free/ breast – going a B time in 200 lee Dillion (10), Kaela Lee (10), Iris 39.66. 13-14 50 yd. Kim, Minsu, while having a great time. The U10 proceeds to support scholarships, S.W.A.T. team will be on hand to run breast; Darron Dai-BT 200 free; Erik Chang (18), and Camryn Lurie (6). DBAC, 35.89. 15-18 50 yd. Liebman, Girls Kaos reached the semi-finals with awards and banquet for Livermore the 10K course with the participants. Holmes-New BT (B times) in 100 free The Pirahnas top boys were Jeffrey Jeffrey, DBAC, 31.70. 100 IM: 9-10 spirited play and pure hustle that helped and Granada High School varsity Both USA Track & Field certified and 50 back; Alex Luo-New BTsin Liebman (16), Jack Kost (10), Hunter Yang, Jerry, DBAC, 1:34.03. 11-12 them move to the top of a very tough athletes. courses will run along the outside 100 back and 200 breast (B time); Rohovit (6), Zachary Corbishley (13), Lin, Wilmer, DBAC, 1:24.61. 13-14 bracket. The U10 Girls Wave had an The Livermore-Granada Boosters walls of the jail . For those who are Varun Sharma-LTB in 100 free and and Minsu Kim (14). Corbishley, Zachary, DBAC, 1:09.80. amazing ride that took them right into were organized in 1949 by a group little bit more casual with their “get 50 back. For the Stingrays, the top girls 15-18 Goard, Andrew, DP Stingrays- the semi-finals. Their “win every ball” of former Livermore High School away,” participants are welcome to Pre-Junior: New B-times - Sa- were Megan Doi (14), Amy Heath CC, 1:01.74. Backstroke: 6-under 25 mentality had them playing like true athletes, former students, and civic- walk the 5K. Both kids’ run courses mantha Snow, Sophia Bueche, Isa- (8), Meghan Hogue (12), Sarah yd. Rohovit, Hunter, DBAC, 24.69. 7-8 champions. The U10 Boys Wolves minded businessmen to foster and (children under 8-years old) will be bella Chin; New A-times - Duhita Kamigaki (6), and Nikki White (13). 25 yd. Kasper, Kenny, DP Stingrays- came to the beach ready to defend their stimulate scholarship and athletics held at the Sheriff Training Center’s Gondhalekar, Rachana Mukkamala, Stingray boys, Sam Jorgenson (8), CC, 22.89. 9-10 25 yd. Kost, Jack, win in 2011. The Wolves battled their in the community high school. This running track. Vickie Luo, Sruthi Mukkamala, Chris Andrew Goard (16), Cameron (16), DBAC, 19.65. 11-12 50 yd. Glenn, way into the championship game. In group felt that good students, active Lam, Nick Wonosaputra; New Junior Alex Glenn (12), and Kenny Kasper Alex, DP Stingrays-CC, 44.97. 13-14 Each “escapee” will receive the the high drama style they love to play, in athletics, were a nucleus of future Jail Break Run T-shirt, refreshments, Olympics Cuts - Nicole Stiles; New (8), were tops. 50 yd. Corbishley, Zachary, DBAC, good citizens, with qualities of leader- Far Westerns Cuts - Alex Ren Also turning in some good per- they had to fight back by coming from and entry into the Jail Break raffle, 33.82. 15-18 50 yd. Goard, Andrew, ship, sportsmanship, and competitive formances for DBAC were Rebecca DP Stingrays-CC, 28.04. behind to tie the match. For a second which features a lot of great loot. Every Pollitz (14), Katie Earle (14), Taylor Freestyle Relay: 6-under 100 yd. year in a row, the outcome was deter- spirit. child participating in either the ½-mile Sharks vs. Briarhill Rohovit (9), Madasyn Lewis (15), Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Xu, Ryan M6, mined by penalty kicks. The Wolves In 1958, the Boosters instituted the or 1-mile runs will earn a special award Behind triple wins from Harry Jennifer Lee (12), Geunho Kye (14), Yang, Christopher M5, Im, Jusin M6, one bested their opponent to win the Olympian Award to honor male scholar medal. Trophies will be awarded Herlich and Trent Pozzi, the Pleasanton Wilmer Lin (11), Jerry Yang (10), Rohovit, Hunter M6), 2:17.03.7-8 100 championship. athletes from Livermore High School. to the first overall male and female Meadows Sharks swam by Briarhill for Devon Kost (8), and Kaleb Pedersen yd. Del Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ (Mc- The U11 Girls Wrath, playing In 1966, the award was expanded to participant in each event, as well as a 572-421 victory in Tri-Valley Swim (16). Del Prado swimmers, Hannah Masters, Andrew M7, Drain, Caden in a very competitive bracket, made include newly opened Granada High the top Masters (45-years and older) League action. Loeffler (8), Laura Klein (17), Caitlin M7, Banke, Caden M8, Stedman, Cole the semi-finals through real grit and School. Since 1979, the Livermore- male and female in each race. Herlich, a U6 swimmer took first Newman (17), Lucy Bell (14), Lauren M8), 1:28.78. 9-10 200 yd. Del Prado determination. The U12 Girls Wild- Granada Boosters honor one male 5K Medals will also be given three- in the back, fly, and free events while Graham (9), John Lester (9), Tommy Stingrays-CC ‘A’ (Jorgenson, Max fire, fresh off winning their spring and one female scholar athlete from deep to the finishers in each male and Pozzi, a 9-10, took the IM, back and Sabatini (14), Caden Stedman (6), Jack M10, Bell, Jack M10, Lester, John M9, league championship, came to the each high school with the Olympian female age category, in 10-year incre- Bessiere (11), and Tommy Juarez (12), free swims. Both also swam on win- McMasters, Michael M10), 2:25.76. beach ready to have fun. The U12 Award. ments, beginning 9-years and under. also had good performances. 11-12 200 yd. Del Prado Stingrays-CC ning relay teams. Girls Whiplash, a new team for West A banquet is held on the 3rd 10K Medals will be given three-deep Three swimmers for the Sharks Girls Results: ‘A’ (Bessiere, Jack M1 Reimer, Steven Coast Soccer, played hard and had a Monday in May, all varsity athletes, 100 yd. Medley Relay: 6-under to the finishers in each male and female earned double wins. Jack Geasa took M1 Bessiere, Matthew M1 Juarez, great team bonding experience. The coaches and parents are invited. Dur- girls: Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Harper, Tommy M12), 2:15.02. 13-14 200 yd. age category, 10-year increments, the 13-14 breaststroke and free, Haley U13 Girls Wonder, another new team ing the banquet, each of the 4 winners Isaacs, a 13-14, also won the free and, Savana 6, Lurie, Camryn 6, Kang, Del Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ (Smith, beginning 18-years and under. Olivia 4, Parkhi, Anika 6), 2:28.61. 7-8: Taylor M13, Howard, Michael M14, for West Coast Soccer, made a huge receives a $2,000 scholarship, and each In addition, all participants will additionally took the IM; and Nick of the eight finalists receives a $500 Tucker won the 13-14 IM and Fly. Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Kang, Sophia 7, Glenn, Seth M14, Sabatini, Tommy splash with their debut on the beach. have the opportunity to run, or walk, Completing a sweep of individual Baer, Sarah 8, Chau, Lilli 7, Lee, Aven M14), 1:53.04. 15-18 200 yd. Dbac They won what they hope will be their scholarship. All eight finalists receive with a number of local Special Olym- events for the 13-14 boys was Michael 7), 1:32.73. 9-10: Dbac Swim Team Swim Team ‘A’ (Lindell, Mattias first of many championships. The U14 an Olympian Finalist Award Plaque. pic athletes who will be competing Azuma who won the backstroke. The ‘A’ (Reilly, Megan 10, Dillon, Kaylee M16, Kagele, Jerald M15, Pedersen, Girls Wild split into two squads, green Varsity team award plaques are as well. 13-14 was a good age bracket for the 10, Lee, Kaela 10, Rohovit, Taylor 9), Kaleb M16, Liebman, Jeffrey M16), and black. The teams each winning Shark girls too. Isaacs was joined 1:09.24. 200 yd. Medley Relay: 11-12: 1:41.29. their brackets faced each other in by sister Alyson who won the free, Dbac Swim Team ‘A’ (Dillon, Lindsay the championship game. Both teams and Talia Florio who took the Fly. 12, Lee, Jennifer 12, Lindell, Nicola left the beach with the championship Pleasanton Meadows’ 9-10 boys also 1 Goodman, Audrey 12), 1:48.73. Phantom 12B title under their belt. The U14 Girls swept the events with Brady Scanlon 13-14: Del Prado Stingrays-CC ‘A’ Wicked advanced to the semi-finals. (Huber, Cameron 13, Suto, Healey What a hot weekend in Modesto (breaststroke) and Ruby Dakota (fly) for Pleasanton Phantom 12B. The The Wicked is a team that is on the rise joining Pozzi atop the medal stand. 14, Doi, Megan 14, Borchers, Anna and will have a tsunami effect in fall 14), 2:19.06. 15-18: Dbac Swim Team Phantom recorded three wins in pool Pleasanton Meadows 7-8 girls did league. The U15 Girls Katz, another not have any double wins, but still ‘A’ (Lewis, Madasyn 15, Chang, Iris play on Saturday against some pretty swept its individual events. Courtney 18, Pollitz, Amy-Lynn 17, Goodman, Olivier won the back, Ela Kularni the Alanna 15), 2:09.92. breaststroke, Samantha Herlich the fly, Freee style: 6-under 25 yd. Lurie, and Sydney Simmons the free. Camryn, DBAC, 29.90. 7-8 25 yd. Even in defeat, the Briarhill Bar- Heath, Amy R, DP Stingrays-CC, racuda turned in some strong perfor- 16.77. 9-10 50 yd. Rohovit, Taylor, mances. The women’s team was led by DBAC, 33.82. 11-12 50 yd. Lindell, by Kristen Horrillo who the 15-18 girls Nicola, DBAC, 31.06. 13-14 50 yd. 100 yard IM and 50 yard backstroke. Doi, Megan, DP Stingrays-CC, 28.27. Callan Jackman turned in a trifecta for 15-18 50 yd. Pollitz, Amy-Lynn, the 11-12 girls winning the 100 yard DBAC, 27.67. Butterfly: 6-under 25 IM as well as the 50 yard butterfly yd. Kamigaki, Sarah, DP Stingrays- and backstroke. Whitney Dishman CC, 33.06. 7-8 25 yd. Heath, Amy R, won the 9-10 girls 100 yard IM and DP Stingrays-CC, 19.42. 9-10 25 yd. 50 yard freestyle. For the Barracuda Lee, Kaela, DBAC, 16.28. 11-12 50 men, Clark Jackman won the 15-18 yd. Goodman, Audrey, DBAC, 34.88. 50 yard freestyle and backstroke. 13-14 50 yd. Doi, Megan, DP Sting- Brett Melloch won the 15-18 50 yard rays-CC, 31.67. 15-18 50 yd. Chang, butterfly and 100yard IM. Andrew Voit Iris, DBAC, 29.22. won the 11-12 50 yard freestyle and Breaststroke: 6-under 25 yd. Lurie, The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 - PAGE 7 FAIR UNDERWAY

Photos - Doug Jorgensen The Alameda County Fair opened last week with a record crowd on opening West Coast Soccer Club hit the beach in Santa Cruz with 18 teams from Livermore's day. On Saturday, the premier soccer club playing in the 2012 Santa Cruz Pro-Am Beach soccer tournament. parade returned to Main Seven teams brought home championships trophies. Pictured is Director of Coaches, Street as part of the 100th Troy Dayak with the U9 girls Fury champions, the U14g Wild champions, U15g Katz anniversary celebration champions, and the U8g Wild Kaos. of the fair. Taking part in the fair parade were the Pleasanton Balloon Entry fees for either the 10K Run or 5K Walk/Run are $30.00 pre- Platoon (upper left), a registered, $35.00 after July race-day registration. The Kids’ ½-Mile and country and western Mile event fees are both $10.00. dance group (lower left) Check-in and race-day registration will open at 6:30 a.m., with both 10K and cheerleaders carrying 5K events starting at 8:00 a.m. The the parade banner. At the Kid’s ½-Mile and Mile, which takes place on the Sheriff’s training center fairgrounds, the midway track, will begin around 10:00 a.m. rides were a popular The post-race awards, raffle, and prize give-away ceremony is scheduled to attraction including the start around 10:00 a.m. new flume ride (upper Special Olympics of Northern California and the Alameda County right). Fireworks were Sheriff’s Office have been making a part of the festivities on major push to get more high school and college athletic programs to partici- Friday night. Fireworks pate. The Alameda County Sheriff’s are planned for each Office has opened its Regional Train- ing Center for this event, which has Friday night during the seen a strong family presence at the fair, which closes July Jail Break Run. The Sheriff’s Office believes that by utilizing different 8 (closed Monday). Live methods of community outreach to schools, colleges, health clubs, horse racing, livestock, and media we can partnership with Livermore High School cross country team helped make arts and crafts, lots of our communities to support Special the 1st Annual Hope of Crohn's Triathalon & Duathalon Olympics Programs. Together, we food, and a variety of can enhance the quality of life for our on Sunday June 24th a success. LHS was responsible displays can all be found athletes by raising funds and public for marshaling the running portion of the race. This was awareness of Special Olympics at the fairgrounds in For more Jail Break Run informa- for a great cause. The team hopes to be a part of the Pleasanton. tion and/or an application, contact On event next year, as well as years to come. Your Mark Events at 209-795-7832 or visit their website. To register online, go to Active.com.

PAGE 8 - The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 CARNEGIE (continued from page one) carnage” caused by motor “If they have a couple that is open for public com- As the Independent was ravaged during the past three many of the same concerns. vehicles racing across the more victories like that, ment through July 11. The going to press, a state budget decades. National organizations that hills. Carnegie will be shut down plan will include operations amendment that could keep Even if it has the re- have expressed their sup- A study showed that pol- for good!” she wrote in an at Carnegie and expansion 50 or more parks open ap- sources, will a state agency port for establishing Tesla lution was being generated email. into Tesla. peared to be moving toward that sees promoting off-road as a low impact preserve on the site, but the respon- The legal judgment fol- The goal of the general a floor vote in Sacramento, vehicle recreation as its goal and public access park with- sible state agency “did noth- lowing the lawsuit was is- plan revision is not to ask but its impact was not clear. be motivated to confine out off-road motor vehicles ing about it,” she said. sued in Alameda County whether off-road vehicle ac- Even if it passed, the gover- thousands of independent- include the Center for Bio- Bill Jennings, executive Superior Court at the end of tivities should or should not nor has blue pencil authority minded off-road drivers logical Diversity and the director of the California May. It requires the State be expanded into Tesla or to strike the measure. effectively enough to protect Sierra Club. Locally, sup- Sportsfishing Protection Parks Department to live whether more motor vehicle If it were to pass and meet an untouched nature site portive groups include the Alliance, which is active in up to objectives specified recreation is appropriate for the governor’s approval, it that many consider a state Ohlone Audubon Society, efforts to protect the quality in state and regional envi- that location and the present could make off-road expan- treasure? Livermore Heritage Guild, of surface waters throughout ronmental quality plans for time. Instead, according to sion into Tesla significantly For many in Garamendi’s Friends of the Vineyards the state, also stressed that storm runoff and dust con- the Division’s charter, “ex- more difficult. Among other organization, Friends of and East Bay Native Plant the goal was clean-up, not trol. It further requires the isting off-highway motor features, the amendment Tesla Park, the Carnegie Society. closure. Parks Department to moni- vehicle recreational areas, would transfer $21 million devastation that is visible Earlier this month, re- “We found in our investi- tor Carnegie environmental facilities, and opportunities out of a trust fund that the from Corral Hollow Road sponding to the request for gations that pollutant levels quality and report publicly should be expanded and Off Highway Motor Vehicle generates a visceral reac- public comment on the envi- coming onto the Carnegie on its findings. managed . . . to maintain Recreation Division has tion. ronmental impact report, the site (from adjacent lands) The State Parks Depart- sustained long term use.” been counting on to support They point out that Tesla East Bay Regional Park Dis- were not excessive,” he ment is named in the suit In other words, the gen- opening Tesla. was probably a sacred Native trict urged the Off-Highway said. “But the Carnegie site because its Off Highway eral plan update and envi- Although the 2009 law- American site and remains a Motor Vehicle Recreation Division to consider a future was accumulating pollutants Motor Vehicle Recreation ronmental impact report suit has been settled, future source of artifacts. It is a for Tesla that might not in- like metals and copper” from Division has owned Carn- are intended to find out legal action is also pos- rich source of Old California clude motorized vehicles. on-site activities. egie since 1979 and operated how best to accomplish the sible. history with economic ties “A passive non-motor- A third person who was it as a public off-road vehicle expansion. For many years, Carne- to Livermore from the 19th ized use alternative should amused by the Blue Ribbon park since 1981. The Divi- The Division faces sever- gie’s badly rutted hillsides and early 20th centuries. be given equal weight,” Coalition’s victory claim sion has plans to expand al potential obstacles, start- have been easily visible It has high hills and deep wrote senior planner Brian was Celeste Garamendi, off-road vehicle recreation ing with the difficulty faced from Corral Hollow Road valleys protecting wildlife Holt. who leads a Livermore-area into the larger Tesla site next by the Parks Department a dozen miles east of Liver- corridors as well as rare and In the past, East Bay group that aims to keep door, which it also owns. in finding enough funding more. It is hard for environ- endangered plant and animal Regional Park District has off-road vehicles out of the The Division is revising to keep its general access mentalists hoping to protect species. expressed informal interest unspoiled, state-owned Tesla its general plan, requiring an parks open, let alone create Tesla to trust a state agency Other environmentally in the possibility of manag- site just west of Carnegie. environmental impact report new ones. that allowed Carnegie to be focused organizations have ing Tesla as a park site.

Hope Hospice Hosts 31st Annual Recognition Dinner The Dublin Senior Center the start of Hope Hospice is understands the important office. The sense of fulfill- was filled with laughter last Peter P. Wong, MD, Hope role that volunteers play as ment that comes from volun- Friday, as over 100 Hope Hospice Medical Director, members of the hospice and teering with the organization Hospice volunteers and staff who was honored for his 30 grief support care team. leads to the longevity of its members moved between years of service during the Last year, over 160 people volunteers they say. The game tables trying their 31st Annual Recognition spent almost 5,400 hours di- volunteers who sit vigil with luck at Left-Center-Right, a Dinner. When a medical rectly or indirectly support- a hospice patient during fast moving dice game, and school professor said, “You ing community members as the final hours of life, sing guessing characters in Dis- can’t save everyone, but patient care, bereavement, at patients’ bedsides, call a ney themed ice-breakers. you can always make them special event, and office bereaved family member, While the evening was comfortable,” Peter Wong, volunteers. or assist in the office each billed as a night of fun and took those words to heart During Friday’s annual become hospice advocates games, all were gathered for and used them to direct event, Irene Philips, Rose and tell all who listen that an important reason – to be his medical career. Wong Stack, Diane Stein, and Judy their work is rewarding and recognized for the individu- is a board certified physi- Rognlien were recognized life affirming, not sad and alized and compassionate cian specializing in internal for each spending over 200 depressing as those unfa- service they provide the dy- medicine, medical oncology, hours annually as Hope miliar with hospice may ing and grieving throughout and hospice and palliative Hospice volunteers. This assume. our community. care. is not the first year these While it was the roll of Hope Hospice’s office A Danville resident, Dr. women have been honored, the dice that allowed four- has been located in Dublin Wong also works in private as they have volunteered teen people to win Left-Cen- since its founding volunteers practice in Castro Valley, for 23, 18, 12, and 5 years, ter-Right at each table during moved from private homes Pleasanton, and San Ramon respectively. the 31st Annual Recognition to an office. However, the and has shifted the focus Irene Philips was also Dinner, it is not luck, but team of hospice profession- of his practice to palliative honored as Volunteer of the rather compassion and dedi- als, licensed grief support care. He also educates other Year. During her 23 years of cation that draw volunteers providers and volunteers physicians in the specialties service, she visited patients and staff to continue pro- has been serving families of hospice and palliative and their families, helped viding comprehensive and throughout the Tri-Valley care. While valuing the with events such as the Hike individualized hospice care since 1980. One profes- professional staff at Hope for Hope and completed a and grief support to patients Peter P. Wong, MD, speaks after being honored for his sional involved since almost Hospice, Dr. Wong also variety of tasks in the Dublin and families throughout the 30 years of service as Hope Hospice Medical Director Tri-Valley.

GRAND JURY (continued from page one) in order to deliver water to The earliest that indepen- is a wholesaler. It sells water on separation at many meet- into one unified agency, says fiscal savings in consolidat- cities and farmers. An in- dence could occur would be to the cities of Livermore ings, and stories about it in Zone 7. ing the two agencies. dependently elected board Jan. 1, 2014, a year's delay and Pleasanton, Dublin San the press. Consolidation with Zone 7 also notes that manages those operations. from the original schedule. Ramon Services District Zone 7 says that it hears ACWD in Fremont would saving hundreds of thou- Enabling legislation in Sac- The grand jury's recom- (DSRSD) and the private not only from the public result in a prohibitive cost sands of dollars a year, as ramento established those mendations have no legal California Water Service in through its public board tying together the two sys- its separation study found, changes. effect, but they do serve as a Livermore. meetings, but also hears tems. Also, the commute "is always important." That Gradually, the agency guide to policymakers, such "How will the public be from its direct customers, hour traffic on Interstate 680 was a reference to the grand became more independent, as supervisors, for changes able to evaluate the district namely the four water re- would make the sharing of jury's comment that the to the point where it pre- that they might consider. when its services are primar- tailers. staffs ineffective. The bot- separation would save "only pares its own budget for all SPECIFICS IN GRAND ily delivered through other The agency undergoes an tom line is that there are no $350,000." operations, but some of the JURY'S REPORT agencies," asks the report, annual outside audit, totally spending has to be reviewed The specifics in the grand referring to the four water independent of the county, and approved by county jury's report say that Zone 7 retailers. says the Zone 7 report. supervisors. has identified four reasons If Zone 7 wants separa- One of the most important Zone 7 has made a final for making the total split: tion, perhaps it would be reasons for total separation, Reins in Motion Receives drive to separate flood con- getting out from the county's better to consolidate with and the special legislation Help from the Community trol from the county. Sen. cumbersome civil service its retailers, or with Alam- in Sacramento, is to in- Mark DeSaulnier carried system, conducting Zone eda County Water District crease public accountability Reins In Motion Founda- ganized. The new tack room a bill to that effect in this 7's procurement process, (ACWD), which is in Fre- to a group of customers who tion recently received as- was organized and saddles year's session of the Legis- improving its employee mont. cannot vote for the Zone 7 sistance from Chris Miller, and bridles were all oiled. lature. He withdrew the bill recruiting and retention by The report also says that board now. Devon Shepodd and Jackson Reins In Motion Founda- a few weeks ago.. setting its own salaries, and the grand jury is concerned Dougherty Valley cus- Phillips. They planned and tion is a program that pro- The county public works achieving more flexibility "about the lack of public tomers, who are in Contra completed three Eagle Scout vides riding for individuals department was concerned in offering better retirement awareness and input." It says Costa, obtain Zone 7 water projects. The Scouts put in a with life altering issues from that the county would lose benefits than those offered that Zone 7 expects to gain from DSRSD. However, family sitting area, bleach- children age 3 to adulthood. control over the flood con- by Alameda County. full independence through they can't vote in Zone 7 ers, horse bridge, geometric Reins In Motion is located at trol operations, which could The grand jury report Sacramento, not through its elections, because they are shapes, laid down rock for Cerro Vista Ranch on Tesla at some future date imperil states, "Few of these reasons voters. not in Alameda County. The easier access to the mount- Road. Clients come from its flood control capability. represent opportunities for The grand jury report legislation would give them ing ramp, and painted the all over the Bay Aarea. A Notably, problems upstream cost savings. In addition, fails to address that Zone 7 the right to that vote. new tack room. Horsemanship Class is pro- in the Zone 7 area, could there is considerable risk was established by state law. Zone 7 also points out the Each Boy Scout and his vided for homeschool aged affect the southerly county in creating a new and inde- Only new state legislation grand jury error in calling troop put in many hours to children. Volunteers are used flood control areas. pendent financial structure can make it independent. the four water retailers it complete these projects. as side walkers, horse walk- DeSaulnier heard similar where there is currently ZONE 7 REPLIES serves "agencies." DSRSD Scott Silva Construction ers, groomers, game run- concerns from Contra Costa minimal expense, especially TO STATEMENTS is a special district, Cal Company provided the ma- ners, etc. If interested please water officials about the given that the potential sav- Zone 7 posted a response Water is a private company, terials. Volunteers from contact Peggy James at 925- connectivity of flood control ings are identified at only on its web site, responding and the other two retailers Starbucks took part in a 413-4739. Volunteers are channels to Zone 7, and $350,000 per year." all of the assertions made by are cities. clean up day. New mats were very important to the success withdrew his bill. However, The report also asks the grand jury. Because of that mixture laid down, helmet and game of the program. A Tri-Valley Zone 7 officials have said whether it is appropriate Zone 7 notes that there of retailers, and the fact that shelves put together, games Equine event is planned for they will continue to work to create a special water has been no lack of public DSRSD crosses county lines and helmets cleaned and or- October 27, 2012. with county public works to district for an entity that awareness or input about the into Contra Costa, it would satisfy those concerns, and does not provide water di- Zone 7 drive for total separa- take many years to work out achieve independence. rectly to the public. Zone 7 tion. There have been reports some kind of consolidation The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 - PAGE 9

Funds for Fireworks will feature fried chicken, Email your submission along world-renowned concussion unscheduled vacancy is January tion, (925) 828-9826. An Ewaste and Shredding mashed potatoes with gravy, with first name, last name, and expert, Dr. Mark Halstead, cur- 1, 2014. A Trustee’s function is Camp Cooking Basics: 7 Fundraiser is scheduled to coleslaw, biscuit and dessert. pet’s name to Melissa Bon- rently on the executive commit- to approve the District’s budget pm–8:30 pm, Thursday, July 12, help bring back the Livermore The luncheon is open to ages 55 nel, mbonnel@valleyhumane. tee of the American Academy of and expenditures, set policy, and tips on what to bring and how to Fireworks this year and future and older for $8. It will be held org, by Sunday, July 8. Pay Pediatrics’ (AAP) Council on oversee the Manager. They do make the most of cooking in the years. at noon, with doors opening at your entry fee online at www. Sports Medicine and Fitness. not need to be knowledgeable outdoors prsented by REI camp- The fundraiser will be held 11:30 a.m. valleyhumane.org or in person Mark Ibanez, KTVU Sports about mosquitoes or mosquito ing specialist Emily Bauska. No from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., • Sit back and enjoy the show at VHS. Director, served as Honorary abatement. experience necessary. June 30 at Rancho Las Positas with Movie Madness, held at Pictures including people Spokesperson for the event Applicants applying for Great Sierra Backpacking Elementary School, 401 East 1 p.m. the first Monday and and pictures taken on cell phones featuring NFL players and the position of Trustee must Destinations: 7 pm–8:30 pm, Jack London Blvd., Liver- third Thursday of each month. will not be accepted. leading experts in concussion be available to attend monthly Tuesday, July 17, REI Adven- more. The following will be Recent releases as well as movie Online public voting for the management. meetings held on the second tures’ Yosemite backpacking available: favorites are featured. For July, Fifty (50) Finalist photos will The Tri-Valley Schools Wednesday of every month guide, Karen Najarian has spent Business and personal docu- the dates are Monday, July 2, begin at midnight on Tuesday, Medical Advisory Board is (5:00 p.m. in Hayward); and more than 30 years exploring ments shredding for isposal - $8 and Thursday, July 19. July 17 and end at midnight comprised of pediatricians and must be a resident of Dublin. the Sierra backcountry; she per banker box. For more information or on Tuesday, July 31. Each of school nurses from Pleasanton, The Mayor makes all ap- knows where to find those Free to recycle: televisions, to reserve a spot in these or the top 12 vote earners will Dublin, Livermore, and Castro pointments, subject to confir- perfect swimming lakes, peak monitors, laptops, flat screens, other LARPD Senior Services automatically win a space in the Valley. mation by the City Council. climbs, and campsites which cell phones, ink jet cartridges. programs, call 925-373-5760, 2013 calendar. One grand prize Dublin residents interested in make Sierra vacations so memo- $5 collection fee for items visit www.larpd.dst.ca.us or winner will be selected for the serving on the Alameda County rable. Karen will talk about same or similar to: CPUs, tele- drop by the Robert Livermore calendar cover from among all Market ‘Green Day’ Mosquito Abatement District her favorite three-to seven-day Community Center, 4444 East 50 finalists by an impartial panel The Dublin Farmers’ Market must complete an application backpacking trips. phones, printers, copiers, DVD is open at Emerald Glen Park on players, fax machines,VCRs, Ave., Livermore. The Senior of judges. form. Applications may be Lightweight Backpack- Services office is open from 9 Winners will be announced Thursday, June 28, from 4:00 to downloaded through the City ing Basics: 9 am–10:30 am, stereos, video games, and small 8:00 p.m., for “Green Day.” household appliances. a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, August 3 at www.valley- of Dublin website and hand- Saturday, July 21, REI back- Thursday. humane.org and www.facebook. There will be information delivered, mailed, or emailed packing expert Mike Dubrall This is a one day event rain about environmental sustain- or shine. Make Checks Payable com/valleyhumanesociety. ([email protected]) will provide excellent tips on ability, green living, and re- to the City Clerk’s Office. They lightweight backpacking tech- to LARPD Foundation. ducing waste. The “Lexicon All items are recycled ac- Pet Calendar Entries may also obtained by contacting niques. Included are shelters, The Valley Humane Society Concussion of Sustainability” pop-up art the City Clerk’s Office at (925) backpacks, food choices, and cording to CA law. NAID - Cer- show, received through a grant tificate of destruction is mailed 2013 Calendar Contest is taking Conference 833-6650. Applications are also fuel efficiency. entries. Tri-Valley Community TV for the Pacific Coast Farmers’ available at the Dublin Library, Half Dome in a Day: Tips for after the paper documents are Market Association, will also destroyed. For more information Pet owners are invited to (TVCTV) taped a special two- 200 Civic Plaza. a Successful Hike: 7 pm–8:30 submit a favorite photo for a hour “Conference on Concus- be on hand. Several crafts for Completed applications pm, Thursday, July 26, Rick call C & T Recycling. 510-590- the kids will be available in 7510 www.ctrecycling.net. shot at one of 13 spots in the sion in Sports” organized by must be submitted to the City Deutsch, author of “One Best 2013 calendar. All companion the Tri-Valley Schools Medi- honor of “Family Night” at the Clerk’s Office, 100 Civic Plaza, Hike: Yosemite’s Half Dome,” animals are welcome: dogs, cats, cal Advisory Board. This free market. Dublin, CA 94568 by end of day, will present for slides and in- Seniors in July birds, pigs, reptlies, etc. interactive educational event The East Bay SPCA will be July 6, 2012, for appointment on formation on a Yosemite day Seniors can keep active Fifty (50) photos will be for Tri-Valley school coaches, bringing some pets. The Valley July, 17, 2012. Postmarks will hike. Find out about acquiring while still keeping cool this selected by an impartial panel athletic trainers, parents, ath- Children’s Mobile Museum will not be accepted. permits, which are now required July by attending fun programs to enter the public voting phase. letes and physicians, took place be open to engage the whole for any Half Dome hike, every at the Robert Livermore Com- The top 12 vote earners will be on June 2, 2012. The show is family. day of the week. New for 2012, munity Center, offered by the featured in the pages of the 2013 currently airing on TV28 on: Outdoor Programs permits will be made available Livermore Area Recreation and calendar. In addition, judges will Mondays and Tuesdays at 4:00 Mosquito Abatement The presentations listed by pre-season and daily lottery Park District. select one grand prize winner p.m., Thursdays at 3:00 p.m. below are free and open to the only. The City of Dublin is now public. They will be held at REI, In July, seniors can: from among the 50 finalists to and Saturdays at 9:30 p.m. In accepting applications to fill an Those registering for any of • Attend the Fourth of July grace the cover. addition, the Conference can 7099 Amador Plaza Road, in the free presentations at www. unscheduled Trustee vacancy Dublin. The public may contact Celebration Luncheon on Tues- All entrants will be entered be viewed streaming live on the on the Alameda County Mos- rei.com/dublin, will have a day July 3. Live entertainment to win a $75 gift card to Pet Tri-Valley TV website at www. REI Dublin’s Customer Service reserved seat. quito Abatement District. The Department for more informa- will be provided by Xtreme Food Express. trivalleytv.org. ending date of the term of the Dance Force. The luncheon Entry fee is $15 per photo. The keynote speaker is

Kenneth Leon Mueller eda.org). rence Velasco, 46, passed Jesus Christ of Latter Day projects, making dolls and Roger and Eric Franks. Kenneth Leon Mueller, Arrangements are by Cal- away Thursday morning. Saints 1501 Hillcrest Ave., blankets. She loved seeing He touched many lives, 59, long time Livermore laghan Mortuary. Now when I say the great- Livermore, CA 94550 the joy her crafts would made many friends and is resident, passed away peace- est man in the world, I’m not bring to others. leaving a legacy that will be fully Friday, June 22, 2012, Dorlene Francis just saying that because he Karen Lee Dircks She was a wonderful wife hard to follow. at Heath- (Garcia) Alves was my father. He was the July 31, 1944 - June 23, 2012 and mother. Her infectious Memorial services will er’s Care most loving, caring, and Born in Livermore, Ca., life and positive personality be held Sat., June 30 at the Oct. 17, 1933-May 31, 2012 respected guy. He was such Home in Dorlene F. (Garcia) Alves Karen passed very peace- will be sorely missed. Cindy LDS church in Livermore loan impact on every single Fremont passed away on Thursday, f u l l y is survived by her husband cated at 1501 Hillcrest Ave. person’s life that he knew. from com- May 31, 2012 after a long shortly Dale Rose of Valley Springs, Condolences to the family Especially his family. The plications battle with dementia. after a CA; son, William Rose of - 9:00am (enter through the thing about my dad was he of diabe- Dorlene, or “Doe” as she L y m - Valley Springs, CA; sister, south entrance to the build- didn’t care about anything t e s a n d was affec- p h o m a else besides his family. His Linda Bell and her husband ing) with services to begin k i d n e y tionately d i a g - absolute number one prior- Jerry of Livermore, CA; at 10:00am., followed by a d i s e a s e . called by n o s i s . ity in life was to be with his stepdaughter, Lisa Stapley precession and graveyard Beloved family and J e a n i e family or make his family and her husband Shawn of service at the Memorial s o n o f f r i e n d s , happy. He was a loyal hus- Reitzell, St. George, UT; and many Gardens Cemetery on East Carol and was born band, amazing father to his C i n d y nieces and nephews who Ave. at noon. N o r m a n and raised children, and the nicest guy S t r o u d adored her. Arrangements were by Mueller, in Pleas- you could ever talk to. But and her sister, Sharon Rose, Cindy’s graveside ser- Callaghan Mortuary. he was an anton. She if you did talk to him, you were by her side. vices were held on Friday, i n s p i r a - g r a d u - would talk to him for at least She spent most of her June 22, 2012 in Jackson, tion to all ated from Rodell Anthony Robles an hour. life in Fremont, where she CA. Memorial contributions Dec. 13, 1948 - June 21, 2012 that knew Amador Valley High in Brian was an electrician worked at the Backdoor He was a native of him. Al- 1951 and married Edmond may be made to Hospice and an amazing one. He was Lounge for over 25 years. Livermore, and graduate t h o u g h (Ed) Alves, the love of her of Amador and Calaveras the hardest worker I know She will be greatly missed develop- life, on June 20, 1954. Dor- Counties, PO Box 595, Jack- of Granada High School. mentally and will ever know. He was by her many loving friends. lene was a homemaker most son, CA 95642. Rodell was a great artist, he disabled always fixing stuff around She was an avid fan of the of her life, raising, loving loved motorcycles, falconry, from birth, the house and for his friends. Forty Niners and a Fantasy and supporting her children Hollis George Franks playing his harmonica and n o t h i n g He always had a solution Football aficionado. throughout their lives were Resident of Livermore took great pride in his gar- slowed him down. He gradu- to make things work out. I A Celebration of Life will her joys and her vocation. Hollis George Franks dening skills. ated from Granada High always wanted to be just like be held at the Backdoor at “Do what makes you hap- passed on June 23, 2012 at Rodell, son of the late School in 1973 and worked him but better, we were so 37422 Fremont Blvd., Ste. py,” she would say. his home Mike Robles, and a brother at Lawrence Livermore for competitive with everything B on Saturday, June 30 at Dorlene was preceded in Liver- to Clarinda Ratekin is sur- 26 years as a bicycle techni- we did. Brian was so loved 3 p.m. in death by her son, Jeffrey m o r e , vived by his daughters Lisa cian and custodian. Always by everybody he ever talked Arrangements are by Alves in 2009, her sister, to because he was just such C A a t and Christina, mother Min- on the go, he mastered the Callaghan Mortuary. public transport system, JoAnne Holden in 2008, a lovable person, there was the age nie Pedersen, brothers Ron enabling him to attend every parents William and Mrytle nothing you wouldn’t like o f 6 5 . Robles and Melvin Robles baseball, football, hockey, (Frager) in 1984. She leaves about my dad. He was al- Cynthia “Cindy” He was (Marianne), and sister Me- basketball, movie, car show, behind her husband of 58 ways smiling, always talking Ann Rose a CA na- linda Koopmann (Tim). Dec. 8, 1947-June 18, 2012 and concert he could find. years, Edmond, her daugh- about his family and friends, tive and A Memorial Service is Cynthia “Cindy” Ann A very loving and giving ters, Janell (Richard) Ander- and he would always put raised in scheduled at Callaghan Mor- Rose, 64, passed away Mon- person, Ken was friendly son of Mountain View, CA, a smile on your face. It’s L i v e r - tuary, 3833 East Ave., Liver- day, June 18, 2012 at her and ready to share a story, Jennifer (Steve) Dowden of horrible that such a great more. more, CA on Monday July 2, home in Valley Springs, CA. or lend a hand. Keller, TX, their four chil- person was taken from us. I Having served over a 2012 at 2 p.m. Cindy was born on Dec. 8, Ken is preceded in death dren, Katie, Jackie, Maddie know any one of his family year in the Vietnam War, he members or friends would 1947 to Francis and Donna by his beloved mother and and Samuel; daughter-in- earned 2 bronze stars (with do anything to get him back (Jones) Phillips. leaves behind his father Nor- law Blanca Castilllo-Alves, Valor), a Purple Heart and a in a heartbeat. He is in a Cindy retired from the man, and sister and broth- her two children, Isabel and C.I.B. He continued to serve better place now and I know Operating Engineers Credit er-in-law Sheila and John Anthony of Simi Valley, CA, in the Army Reserve for he his having fun up there Union after 11 years as a Obituary/ Akins. He will be missed by her brother Donald (Lillian) more than 30 years. Hollis watching down on all of us. loan officer. She met her nieces Kathy Garth of Mon- Garcia, their three sons, dedicated 40 years as a fire- You will be in our hearts husband, Dale, at the Credit tana and Samantha Akins Steve, Mike and Ronnie, fighter for Alameda County Memorium forever and never be forgot- Union. She and Dale were of Washington DC, and her nephew Warren (Kathy) fire at Station 8. In his time ten. I miss and love you so married on Dec. 31, 1989 in serving he earned a Medal of nephew Jonathan and niece- Holden, and their children much dad. Lake Tahoe. Cindy enjoyed Valor along with numerous Policies in-law Deena Akins. He will Chase and Kayleen. Brian is survived by his traveling. Her favorite trips also be missed by his grand- A private family grave- wife, Patti, his daughters other awards, while saving were to Quartzsite, AZ, Rose Obituaries are published in nieces and nephews Nicho- side service will be held Brooke and Caytlyn and lives on and off duty. family reunions and fishing las, Daniel and Katie Mottin, on July 14 at St. Augustine his son Jacob; his father He is survived by his wife The Independent at Gabriel and Jessica Akins; as Cemetery in Pleasanton. Do- Lawrence Velasco, his mom tournaments. She loved cro- Mary Bell Franks, mother no charge. well as many aunts, uncles nations in Dorlene’s name Mary Patricia Velasco, his cheting and was an incred- Norma Franks, brother Den- There is a small ible cook. Cindy donated nis Franks and his 4 children and cousins, and friends. may be made to a charity sisters Cindy Stephen, charge for of choice. Christa Spencer, Mandy her talents to humanitarian Rick Baumbach, Jennifer, The family would like to photographs in the thank the Regional Center of Rhodes, Bethany Patrick, obituaries. the East Bay for their years Brian Lawrence Amy Velasco, brother Aaron of service and support for Velasco Velasco and many beloved people with developmental On Thursday, June 14, nieces and nephews. Memorium ads can also A memorial services will disabilities, and the friends 2012, we lost the greatest be placed in be held on June 30, 2012 at at Heather’s Care Home man in the world. Brian Law- The Independent for the wonderful care and 2:00 p.m. at the Church of loving environment they when families want to honor extended to Ken. the memories of their loved A Mass of Christian burial ones. There is a charge for will be held on Thurs., June memorium ads, based 28 at 11 a.m., at St. Michael Church, burial to follow at on the size of the ad. St. Michael Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, do- Please send an email to nations may be made [email protected] to The National Kidney Foundation (www.kidney. to receive additional org/support) or The Arc of information. Alameda County, supporting people with dev-elopmental disabilities (www.arcalam- PAGE 10 - The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 Wine Country: Bill and Sandy's Hilltop Adventure

By Laura Ness most of the Thomson’s fruit its vibrant cherry fruit, asser- LIVERMORE WINES Jaime Dowell, were among Bosco (Grenache Mourve- HARRIS TESLA: was whisked away to bottles tive acidity, gracefully inte- SHOW BRILLIANTLY the finalists, as were Fe- dre) from Rahn Estates also BILL & SANDY’S HILL- unknown. Then came the grated tannins and smooth IN RHONE SHOOTOUT nestra’s 2008 Syrah, 2008 appeared in the finals. The TOP ADVENTURE grape glut of 2007, which as mahogany finish. It has The finals of the 2012 Ghielmetti Petite Sirah and public is invited to taste all Bill and Sandy (Harris) meant finding a new home the understated, but mag- Rhone Shootout were held 2010 Rose. Nottingham these wines, as well as the Thomson essentially have for the majority of their netic charm of Paul Newman on June 23. Among the 96 Cellars will be pleased to amazing selection of Rhones their own personal version of fruit. They’ve been selling playing Cool Hand Luke. finalists, Livermore made know their stellar GSM, the from all over California at The Golf Channel right out- to Ruby Hill (who produced The wood adds lots of great a strong showing. Crooked 2010 “Awakening,” as well “Romancing the Rhones,” side their expansive living a Harris Tesla Vineyard cigar and leather notes, remi- Vine’s 2010 Viognier and as their 2010 Hayes Ranch on July 14 at The Old Mint room windows. Their home, designate), Eagle Ridge, niscent of the sumptuously 2008 Syrah, as well as the Syrah, also went on to be in San Francisco, from 2pm completed in 2007, has a Boa Ventura de Caires, and detailed saddle on display Stony Ridge 2008 Petite judged in the final round. In til 4:30pm. Tickets are avail- dead-on view of the Poppy Rhonda Wood, who pro- just outside the Thomson’s Sirah, all made by Crooked its debut, the 2010 Corvino able online at affairsoft- Hill golf course, where they duced a Thomson Ranch formal dining room. Vine’s former winemaker, hevine.com can observe golfers taking vineyard designate that won some precarious runs in their second place in the Tri- ORANGE COUNTY carts down the steep hill be- Valley Conservancy wine AWARDS 2012 yond the edge of their exqui- competition in 2011. They We mentioned a few win- site infinity pool. Sometimes even sold some fruit to Pica- ners in last week’s edition, they’ve seen golfers crash zzo, for a special Cabernet- but wanted to point out that their carts, and have been Merlot blend called Private Livermore scored two Best generally entertained by the Reserve (the 2007 is quite of Class awards, one for the on and slightly off course lovely). The Wine Group ea- Fenestra 2008 Petite Sirah shenanigans that take place gerly stepped up to manage from Ghielmetti Vineyard, on the greens below. From a portion of the vineyard. and one for the Mitchell the dining room table, which Because the Thomson’s have Katz at Ruby Hill 2010 boasts a brilliant bronze of a a conservation easement on Chardonnay from Shadow cowboy riding a replica of their property, TWG uses Hills Vineyard in the Liver- Sandy’s stately paint horse, some of the fruit in their more Valley. Both wines Pony, they can spy John Conservancy label. were also 4 Star Gold win- Madden’s precisely mani- Coastal Viticultural ners, as was the 2011 “La cured dark green on gold Consultants (CVC), Mi- Petit Quest” Rhone Style needlepoint rows of vine- chael Princevalle and Bryan blend Rose from Thomas yard in the distance. Rahn, manage 2 blocks, Coyne. Stepping into their home about 7 acres worth, most While the BOC for any- is like finding yourself sur- of which has gone into the thing out of Ghielmetti prob- rounded by the pages of Harris-Tesla label, as well ably came as no surprise to Cowboys & Indians maga- as to the other wineries who Brent and Meredith at Fe- zine, from the beadwork have discovered they like nestra, getting an award for collection from Plains In- it. The contrast between the Chardonnay, a varietal Mitch dians to the cowboy ranch vineyard rows managed by has assiduously avoided con- dinnerware in custom cow- The Wine Group and those suming in public, was quite Work is underway at the new retirement community in Pleasanton. boy cabinet to originals by assiduously attended to by a shocker. “I never thought Western master Howard CVC, is amazingly visual, I’d win Best of Class for a Terpning, on the walls. Their both on the ground and on Chard!” he admitted, while Business News - Stoneridge Creek collection of cats is equally the wire. Cropped carefully pouring himself yet another fascinating, and include the and canopy-managed for glass of the stuff. “But I’ve watchfully observant Ernie ideal dappled sunlight on the become a white wine fan of Phase I Under Construction and Alice, and big Bert, an fruit zone, the CVC-man- late. I really enjoy drinking Building construction Among the new homes ational amenities including orange tabby, who is a dead- aged vines are well-trained this Shadow Hills Chard!” has begun on Phase I of recently added are several tennis courts, short-game ringer for Garfield, complete and well-clipped, looking Amazing how tastes change Stoneridge Creek, the new new penthouse floor plans golf course, dog park, walk- with the “Who took my like bankers on their way with time and season. It’s continuing care retirement ranging from 2,100 to 2,400 ing and cycling trails, and cheese?” expression. Then to the office. In contrast, never too late to drink what community in Pleasanton. square feet. The penthouse bocce and croquet courts. there’s the elusively wild, the vines in TWG’s care are you’ve previously sworn off The first phase of the new plans feature a great room, In addition, Stoneridge community, located on 46 private laundry room, of- Creek will offer a state-of- exotic-looking Zoey, an F1 rowdy-looking teenagers at forever. Mitch also scored acres at 3300 Stoneridge fice and expansive outdoor the-art health center located Savannah, a cross between a concert, waving their arms Gold for the 2009 Crack- Creek Way off Stoneridge living areas. adjacent to the main campus. a domestic cat (mother) in the breeze, reaching out to erbox Sangiovese, and the Drive, includes independent Stoneridge Creek’s on- The health center, with 68 and African Serval (father). high-five each other across 2005 Tawny Port from Fall- living residences, commu- site amenities include sever- assisting living apartments She’s the size of a bobcat, the aisles. They’re probably ing Star Vineyard. nity clubhouse and recre- al restaurant venues ranging and a dedicated memory but longer and leaner, and all well-adjusted in their Bent Creek brought home ational buildings. from casual to fine dining; a support area, will also in- has a fascination for baby own way: you just wonder Silver for the 2009 Cab/ Troy Bourne, vice presi- resident library; billiard and clude 73 skilled nursing toys and iPhones. She looks if the well-cropped ones Syrah Blend ‘Red on Red’, dent of Continuing Life card rooms; computer lab beds. Licensed by the state’s like a Veuve Cliquot sort of are jealous of all that bushy, and the 2009 Petite Sirah, Communities, the owner/op- and business center; spa and Department of Health Ser- feline. (http://savannahcat- overgrown freedom. both from Livermore Valley, erator of Stoneridge Creek, fitness center; open-air pool vices and Department of also announced that a new and steam room; performing Social Services, the health breed.com/) From the CVC-managed while Darcie Kent brought model home for the commu- arts theatre for musical and center will be staffed with Out their front windows, blocks, in 2012, Rhonda will home a slew of medals, nity is now open for tours. theatrical performances; nursing professionals 24 the Thomson’s are treated be taking 3 tons of clone including a Gold for the The model home – featur- movie theatre; and an art stu- hours a day. It will be open daily to the sight of their 337, Colin at Nottingham 2008 Merlot “Crown Block” ing a full-scale replica of dio and woodworking shop. to the general public as own Thomson Ranch vine- will be taking 3 tons and Estate, and Retzlaff took one of Stoneridge Creek’s Residents can also enjoy well as Stoneridge Creek yard, all planted to Cabernet, the rest will go to Gallo of Silver for its 2009 Chardon- most popular floor plans a variety of outdoor recre- residences. stretching to the back fence Sonoma, usually delivered nay from organically grown – is located in the retirement of Boa Ventura de Caires, to William Hill. Harris Tesla estate grapes. community’s information their closest neighbor. Pony, has no plans to make any center at 5698 Stoneridge the actual in the flesh sleekly wine for 2012. The prior EN GARDE TO RE- Dr. in Pleasanton. Model tours can be scheduled by muscular paint horse, waits vintages are available for LEASE 2009 PINOT calling 1-800-850-3167. for Sandy beyond the east purchase. They can be found JULY 12, 2012 Featuring two bedrooms edge of the vineyard, where at wine bars like Double Csaba Szakal, winemaker and two baths, the model the rows Rhonda Wood Barrel (2007 vintage) and at En Garde winery, invites showcases numerous interior picks from salute the sunrise. Underdog (2006), with more everyone who loves Pinot details designed specifically From here, they can see placements on the way. A Noir to attend his 2009 Rus- for seniors. Early depositors Eagle Ridge Vineyards, and few cases of the 2005 remain sian River Pinot Noir release can use the model to select the blonde, oak-punctuated as well, with 2008 and 2009 party to be held Thursday, granite countertops, wood hills that roll to the waiting laying down for a nice long July 12, from 6:30pm til cabinets and other interior eternity of the Central Val- bottle nap. 8:30pm at the Winemaker’s finishes. The model is one of more ley. Many handsome equines Their winemaker of Pour House in downtown than 20 different floor plans and a couple of goats graze record is Derek Holstein Livermore. Mark your cal- including single-story vil- at the edges of their 40-acre in Saint Helena, who was endars! The 2009 En Garde las with attached garages property. Except for the golf recommended by CVC. The Russian River Pinot just as well as apartment-style course, it really feels like the formula for elevage is 100% scored Silver at the Orange homes. Bourne said that Wild West out here: the wind new oak, predominately County fair, while the 2009 even after adding more than Meadowlark Dairy has been named the 2012 Small whistles country music. French with some American Reserve Pinot scored Gold. 100 more new homes to the Business of the Year by Senator Ellen Corbett. In Kendall Jackson origi- and Hungarian. The wines Csaba also took home Gold first phase, the community is more than 60 percent re- celebration, Senator Corbett is hosting an ice cream nally planted the vineyard are aged in barrels for at for his 2009 Tempranillo social. The ice cream social will be Friday, June 29th in 2000, signing a 7-year least 24 months. I particular from El Dorado Hills. served and construction is on track for completion during from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Firehouse Arts Center in contract, during which time enjoyed the 2005 Cab, with the second half of 2013. Downtown.

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by an Individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed with by an Individual ton, CA 94588, is hereby FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The registrant began to NAME STATEMENT the County Clerk of Alameda The registrant began to registered by the following NAME STATEMENT FOR INFORMATION FILE NO. 465462 transact business under the FILE NO. 464904 on May 7, 2012. Expires May transact business under the owner(s): FILE NO. 465988 PLACING LEGAL The following person(s) do- fictitious business name(s) The following person(s) do- 7, 2017. fictitious business name(s) Fred Kotrozo, 3267 Cheryl The following person(s) doing NOTICES ing business as: Livermore listed above on N/A. ing business as: Creme de The Independent Legal No. listed above on 1/1/12. Ct, Pleasanton, CA 94588 business as: Wild Smiles, Call 925-243-8000 AllStars, 5194 Bianca Way, Signature of Registrants:s/: la creme lactation support 3256. Published June 14, Signature of Registrants:s/: This business is conducted 4200 East Avenue #100, Livermore, CA 94550, is Tana M. Guker and education, 4268 Baylor 21, 28, July 5, 2012. Anthony Bernardi by an Individual Livermore, CA 94550, is FICTITIOUS BUSINESS hereby registered by the This statement was filed with Way, Livermore, CA 94550, This statement was filed with The registrant began to hereby registered by the the County Clerk of Alameda FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT following owner(s): is hereby registered by the the County Clerk of Alameda transact business under the following owner(s): on May 23, 2012. Expires NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 464837 Taylor Zentner, 5194 Bianca following owner(s): on June 6, 2012. Expires fictitious business name(s) Klifford T. Kapus, DDS, MSD, The following person(s) doing May 23, 2017. FILE NO. 466045-46 Way, Livermore, CA 94550 The Independent Legal No. Jenifer Lyn Pinter, 4268 The following person(s) doing June 6, 2017. listed above on N/A. Dental Corporation, 4200 business as: Sutter Street, This business is conducted Baylor Way, Livermore, CA The Independent Legal No. Signature of Registrants:s/: East Avenue #100, Liver- TIC, 1771 Sutter Street, 3254. Published June 7, 14, business as: (1)Pinstripe by an Individual 21, 28, 2012. 94550 Promotions (2)Pinstripe 3257. Published June 14, Fred Kotrozo more, CA 94550 Livermore, CA 94551, is The registrant began to This business is conducted 21, 28, July 5, 2012. This statement was filed with This business is conducted hereby registered by the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Motox, 2455 2nd St., Liver- transact business under the by an Individual more, CA 94550, is hereby FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the County Clerk of Alameda by a Corporation following owner(s): fictitious business name(s) NAME STATEMENT The registrant began to on May 16, 2012. Expires The registrant began to (1)John M. Petlansky, 31411 FILE NO. 465502 registered by the following NAME STATEMENT listed above on N/A. transact business under the owner(s): FILE NO. 465352 May 16, 2017. transact business under the Kasson Road, Tracy, CA Signature of Registrants:s/: The following person(s) do- fictitious business name(s) The Independent Legal No. fictitious business name(s) 95304 (2)Jeffrey Leonard, ing business as: Woopsie- Anthony Bernardi, 2455 2nd The following person(s) do- Taylor Zentner listed above on N/A. St., Livermore, CA 94550 ing business as: Frederick 3258. Published June 14, listed above on N/A. 55 Tourmaline Avenue, Liver- This statement was filed with daisy Toy Shop, 154 South J Signature of Registrants:s/: 21, 28, July 5, 2012. Signature of Registrants: more, CA 94550 (3)Paul Wi- Street, Livermore, CA 94550, This business is conducted James Consulting Group, the County Clerk of Alameda Jenifer Lyn Pinter 3267 Cheryl Ct, Pleasan- s/: Klifford T. Kapus, DDS, ese, 330 Knottingham Circle, on May 21, 2012. Expires is hereby registered by the Livermore, CA 94551 (4)Mark May 21, 2017. following owner(s): Hirsch, 42800 Caldas Court, The Independent Legal No. (1)Elizabeth Fields (2)Brad- Fremont, CA 94539 3252. Published June 7, 14, ley Fields, 1262 Claret Rd., This business is conducted 21, 28, 2012. Livermore, CA 94550 by Co-partners This business is conducted PLACE YOUR The registrant began to FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by a Husband and wife transact business under the NAME STATEMENT The registrant began to trans- fictitious business name(s) FILE NO. 465591 act business under the ficti- CLASSIFIED ADS ONLINE/CALL IN listed above on N/A. The following person(s) tious business name(s) listed Signature of Registrants:s/: doing business as: Tana above on 10/1/2006. John Petlansky, Manager Mish Guker, MFT/PPS, 5674 Signature of Registrants:s/: Reach over 27,000 homes by direct mail in This statement was filed with Stoneridge Dr., Suite 218, Elizabeth Fields the County Clerk of Alameda Pleasanton, CA 94588, is This statement was filed with on May 4, 2012. Expires May hereby registered by the the County Clerk of Alameda Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin & Sunol. 4, 2017. following owner(s): on May 22, 2012. Expires The Independent Legal No. Tana Mish Guker, 4646 May 22, 2017. 3249. Published June 7, 14, Lakewood St., Pleasanton, The Independent Legal No. 21, 28, 2012. CA 94588 3255. Published June 7, 14, This business is conducted 21, 28, 2012. The Independent, JUNE 28, 2012 - PAGE 11

MSD, CEO of professional FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for 56) ADULT CARE NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS corporation NAME STATEMENT adoption information contact This statement was filed with FILE NO. 466621 Valley Humane Society at Independent Contractors 155) NOTICES the County Clerk of Alameda The following person(s) do- (925)426-8656. Wanted. Senior Home “NOTICE TO READERS: Cali- Health Care. Must have ex- on June 5, 2012. Expires ing business as: Liberty Tax Adopt a new best friend: fornia law requires that contrac- June 5, 2017. 4031, 1358 Railroad Ave, perience. Senior Solutions, tors taking jobs that total $500 TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal Inc (925)443-3101. The Independent Legal No. Livermore, CA 94550, is Rescue, offers animals for or more (labor and/or materials) 3259. Published June 14, hereby registered by the adoption every Saturday BE WARY of out of area be licensed by the Contractors 21, 28, July 5, 2012. following owner(s): and Sunday, excluding most companies. Check with the State License Board. State law J & A Tax Svcs, 1351 Murdell local Better Business Bureau also requires that contractors FICTITIOUS BUSINESS holidays. On Saturdays from Lane, Livermore, CA 94550 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are before you send money or include their license numbers NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted fees. Read and understand on all advertising. Check your FILE NO. 465990 available at the Pleasanton by a Corporation Farmers Market at W. An- any contracts before you contractor’s status at www. The following person(s) doing The registrant began to trans- gela and First Streets. Two sign. Shop around for rates. cslb.ca.gov or (800)321-CSLB Getting Ready for business as: Trivalley Ortho- act business under the ficti- locations will showcase cats (2752). Unlicensed persons dontics, 4200 East Avenue tious business name(s) listed TO PLACE A taking jobs less than $500 must only: Petsmart in Dublin from CLASSIFIED AD #100, Livermore, CA 94550, above on 06/01/12. 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet state in their advertisements Signature of Registrants:s/: Call (925)243-8000 that they are not licensed by an Open House is hereby registered by the Extreme in Livermore from By Cher Wollard following owner(s): Julia E. Lopez 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, MERCHANDISE the Contractors State License Klifford T. Kapus, DDS, MSD, This statement was filed with cats are available at Petsmart Board.” Realtors have lots of new tools for selling homes these days: the County Clerk of Alameda 115) ESTATE/ GARAGE/ Dental Corporation, 4200 in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, YARD SALES REAL ESTATE realtor.com, Yahoo Real Estate, Craigslist, Facebook, Twitter, East Avenue #100, Liver- on June 21, 2012. Expires and Pet Extreme in Livermore June 21, 2017. personalized property websites, even phone apps. more, CA 94550 from 12:00 to 4:00. For more BIG FAMILY BACKYARD Inland Valley Publishing Co. The Independent Legal No. Still, many of the old-fashioned basics still apply. Among the This business is conducted information, call Terry at & VINTAGE SALE Client Code:04126-00001 3267. Published June 28, by a Corporation (925) 487-7279 or visit our Lots of goodies: Fabric, Re: Legal Notice for best tools: Open Houses. July 5, 12, 19, 2012. The registrant began to website at www.tvar.org. Buttons, Household items, Classified Ads Your agent may hold an open house just for agents during a transact business under the ANIMALS Children’s clothing, Toys The Federal Fair Housing EMPLOYMENT Saturday, 6/30 & weekly Broker’s Tour. He or she may hold your home open on a fictitious business name(s) Act, Title VII of the Civil 2) CATS/ DOGS Sunday 7/1 Rights Act of 1964, and state Saturday or Sunday afternoon, or even a weekday evening. Online listed above on N/A. 65) HELP WANTED FERAL CAT FOUNDATION 9:00AM-4:00PM law prohibit advertisements sites are great – nowadays you can post dozens of photos, even Signature of Registrants: JANITORS 6395 Almaden Way Liver- for housing and employment s/: Klifford T. Kapus, DDS, Cat & kitten adoptions now FLOOR TECHS video, to give prospective buyers a peek inside. But only open at the new Livermore Petco more 94551 that contain any preference, MSD, CEO of professional Swing Shift limitation or discrimination houses provide the opportunity to see your home first-hand, to corporation on Saturdays from 10:00AM Must have own 127) LOST/ FOUND to 2:30PM. We have many based on protected classes, walk through the rooms, check out the storage space, get a feel for This statement was filed with transportation and clean adorable, tame kittens that Red Poinsettia Clip Earring including race, color, religion, the neighborhood. the County Clerk of Alameda driving record. sex, handicap, familial status have been tested for FIV & Lost downtown Livermore, The National Association of Realtors a few years back offered a on June 5, 2012. Expires FELV, altered & vaccinated. (925)245-0595 Friday 12/16. If found, please or national origin. IVPC does June 5, 2017. We also have adult cats & call (925)447-1762 not knowingly accept any list of “10 Ways to Make Your House More Salable.” Sellers who The Independent Legal No. ranch cats for adoption. advertisements that are in apply these simple suggestions before an Open House, will help 3260. Published June 14, violation of the law. 21, 28, July 5, 2012. ensure a successful event. 1. Get rid of clutter. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Most of us live with some degree of clutter. Before you put your FILE NO. 466013 house on the market, your agent or stager probably advised you The following person(s) doing to minimize photographs, knickknacks, even books and kitchen business as: Bourbon Bros supplies. BBQ, 17048 Via Piedras, San Lorenzo, CA 94580, It is difficult for potential buyers to imagine their own cherished is hereby registered by the items in a room if it is filled with yours. Furthermore, having items following owner(s): out of place suggests the house lacks sufficient storage space. (1)Marcel Miranda, 630 N. Before an Open House, put it away, pack it up or throw it out. Livermore Ave, Livermore, 2. Wash your windows and screens. CA 94551 (2)Eric Bryson, 35729 Carnation Way, Fre- If you ask buyers what they are looking for in a new home, “light mont, CA 94536, (3)Gary and bright” is one of the most common answers. Keeping windows Bryson, 17048 Via Piedras, clean, foliage pruned and curtains open lets the light in so buyers San Lorenzo, CA 94580 can see how “light and bright” your property truly is. This business is conducted by a General partnership 3. Keep everything extra clean. The registrant began to trans- You no doubt scrubbed it top to bottom or hired a service to act business under the ficti- do so before it went on the market. Keeping it clean and sparkly tious business name(s) listed throughout the marketing period is even more important. above on 06/01/2012. Signature of Registrants:s/: Dust and vacuum regularly, of course, but also: Wash fingerprints Marcel Miranda, Co-Owner from light switch plates and the area around door handles. Mop This statement was filed with linoleum, laminate and tile floors. Clean the stove and refrigerator. the County Clerk of Alameda Make the beds. Wash the dishes. on June 5, 2012. Expires June 5, 2017. “A clean house makes a better first impression and convinces The Independent Legal No. buyers that the home has been well cared for,” according to 3264. Published June 21, N.A.R. 28, July 5, 12, 2012. 4. Get rid of smells. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The true first impression of a house is not what it looks like, NAME STATEMENT but what it smells like. Pet smells, smoke and cooking odors are FILE NO. 465945 The following person(s) doing the chief culprits. business as: Red Leather Clean litter boxes daily and launder pet bedding. If you smoke, Puzzle and Game Company, smoke outside. Use a fan or open a window when you cook with 2363 Chateau Way, Liver- heavy spices. Have carpets and drapes cleaned, as this is where more, CA 94550, is hereby odors tend to cling. registered by the following owner(s): You might also consider purchasing a small air purifier, and us- (1)Thomas Betz Reynolds ing potpourri or air fresheners in a light or cinnamon scent. Avoid (2)Gretchen Elise Reynolds, heavy florals. 2363 Chateau Way, Liver- One note: a musky smell in bathrooms, kitchens or laundry rooms more, CA 94550 This business is conducted may be evidence of mold or some other serious condition. These by a Husband and wife should be checked out and repaired, not just masked over. The registrant began to 5. Put higher wattage bulbs in light sockets. transact business under the We are all trying to conserve energy, but when your house fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. is on the market, you must weigh this with the need to keep the Signature of Registrants: house light and bright. At the very least, replace burnt-out bulbs s/: Thomas Betz Reynolds, immediately. Owner And anytime the house is going to be shown – whether in an This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda Open House or a private showing – turn on every light in the on June 4, 2012. Expires house. June 4, 2017. Yes, every light. It’s only for a short period of time and it really The Independent Legal No. will put your property in a “good light” for potential buyers. 3265. Published June 21, 6. Make minor repairs. 28, July 5, 12, 2012. Small problems, such as sticky doors, torn screens, cracked FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT caulking or a dripping faucet give buyers the impression that the FILE NO. 465835 house isn’t well maintained. The following person(s) doing 7. Tidy your yard. business as: 2 Muses Pub- Sometimes buyers don’t even get inside a house. If they drive lishing, 2668 Calle Morelia, past and see an unattractive exterior and front lawn, they may never Pleasanton, CA 94566, is hereby registered by the give the interior a chance. following owner(s): So keep the lawn cut, leaves raked, bushes trimmed and edged. Jennifer Amiel, 2668 Calle Make sure your plants get sufficient water. You may even want to Morelia, Pleasanton, CA put some pots of bright flowers near the entryway. 94566 This business is conducted And another tip: Set automatic sprinklers to go off when people by an Individual are least likely to be viewing your property. Getting sprayed walking The registrant began to trans- up to the front door does not say “Home, Sweet Home.” act business under the ficti- 8. Patch holes in your driveway and reapply sealant, if appli- tious business name(s) listed above on 04/27/2012. cable. Signature of Registrants:s/: Exterior maintenance is as important as keeping the interior Jennifer Amiel looking sharp. This statement was filed with 9. Clean your gutters. the County Clerk of Alameda on May 31, 2012. Expires Serious buyers and their agents will check out the roof. Make May 31, 2017. sure the gutters are clean and the roof clear of debris. Overhanging The Independent Legal No. trees are often the culprit. Keeping them trimmed can help. 3266. Published June 21, 10. Polish your front doorknob and door numbers. 28, July 5, 12, 2012. First impressions stick. Make it a good one. And here are a few more suggestions for a successful Open House: • Make sure the temperature inside is pleasant. If the weather is pleasant, open a few doors or windows instead. During cold months, turn the heat on. Some people like to have a fire in the fireplace. This not only makes the house more comfortable, but adds a cozy touch and emphasizes this feature. (In fact, some stages will set a lit candle in an open fireplace in the warmer months just to draw attention to the fireplace.) On hot summer days, turn on ceiling fans or air conditioning – it does not need to be set very high to keep the house cooler than the outside. • Set vases of fresh flowers in the kitchen and/or livingroom. Or use a pretty potted plant – orchids work well – to provide a spot of color. You can substitute good-quality artificial flowers (no plastic, please!) While you have spent a lot of time decluttering and removing items from your house, plants and flowers are items you can safely add. • Lock up your valuables, prescription drugs and firearms. Most visitors are honest, but a few may not be. Furthermore, some people bring their children with them when viewing houses. This simple step can save heartache for everyone. • Leave the house. Unless your agreement with your agent calls for you to host your own Open Houses, make arrangements to be gone during all showings. Most buyers feel uncomfortable looking through a home when the seller is present. They won’t spend as much time at the property and so are less likely to get attached. Your agent or the buyer’s agent can easily show the property to anyone who is interested – in fact, that’s part of their job. Open House this weekend? Clean up. Turn on the lights. Leave the rest to your Realtor! Cher Wollard is a Realtor with Prudential California Realty, Livermore. 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By Carol Graham coaches, celebrities and sador Program.” trol Therapies (developing For a 12-year-old taking media personalities scooped The Outreach Program new devices and therapies, the field at an Oakland A’s root beer floats for fans prior supports, engages, and con- including artificial pancreas game, things can be a bit to the June 20th game that nects the T1D community and insulin pump technolo- nerve-wracking. saw the Oakland A’s beat through family events, an gies) and Complications “Cody was nervous be- the Los Angeles Dodgers extensive mentor program Therapies (stopping or re- cause of the large number 4-1. Sugar-free root beer and educational toolkits. versing the progression of of people he’d be in front and ice cream were offered The Walk Ambassador complications such as eye, of in the stadium along with at special booths. Program is composed of nerve, or kidney disease); the game being broadcast on “MUG Root Beer Float nine young people who as- and Prevent - Research into television,” said mother Re- Day is a fun way for A’s fans sist JDRF in educating the the genetic and environmen- nee McCallister. “This was to interact with players, to community about what it’s tal causes of the disease. his first time at a baseball get autographs and photos, like living with T1D. “The change in Cody’s game. He didn’t know what and to raise money for the “It was great to see my life has been significant to expect. He was surprised charity,” said the A’s Senior grandson Cody having such since the onset of diabetes,” when he went onto the field Director of Marketing Troy a great time with the Oakland noted Taylor. “Events like and saw all of the players Smith. “It’s a win-win!” A’s at the game Wednesday this and camps for kids with and heard the roar of the JDRF is the leading glob- night,” said Kerry Taylor. T1D have been the positive crowd.” al organization focused on “Cody and kids like him side of these adjustments. Cody McCallister, a sev- Type 1 Diabetes, said the are learning to deal with Cody is already becoming enth-grader at Livermore’s non-profit’s Special Events T1D. They all expect to live an example for the newly-di- Our Savior Lutheran School, Coordinator Katy Coe. “Our normal lives while they deal agnosed kids because of his was one of 12 participants goal is to improve the lives with the difficulties brought determination to overcome from JDRF (formerly called of every person affected on by failing pancreas. whatever diabetes tries to Juvenile Diabetes Research by T1D by accelerating “Treatment research may take from him.” Foundation; now known progress on the most prom- soon free them from the con- Over the 13 years that the simply by its acronym), ising opportunities for cur- stant injections and the never A’s have hosted MUG Root took the field to receive an ing, treating and preventing ending struggle to balance Beer Float Day, which is autographed baseball from T1D.” their blood sugar.” sponsored by Pepsi and Drey- A’s center fielder Coco Crisp Type 1 Diabetes occurs JDRF categorizes its re- er’s, more than $350,000 has (formerly called Covelli when the body’s immune search in three main areas: been raised for JDRF, said Loyce Crisp; now known system destroys the insulin- Cure - Beta Cell Therapies Smith. “From the very first simply as Coco because, say producing beta cells of the Cody McCallister holds a baseball signed by A's (replacing or regenerating year, the players, fans and his siblings, he resembles pancreas. outfielder Coco Crisp. the beta cells that produce JDRF embraced this event,” a character on the Cocoa “It’s important to know insulin), and Immune Thera- he added. “Root beer floats, Krispies cereal box.) that T1D cannot be pre- cure,” said Coe. “All 12 kids with JDRF either through pies (preventing and revers- summertime and baseball To help raise money for vented, you cannot outgrow who participated have Type our Outreach Program, as ing the immune system’s are a perfect match!” JDRF, baseball players, it, and that insulin is not a 1 Diabetes and are involved Cody is, or our Walk Ambas- attack); Treat - Glucose Con-

Zone 7 Directors County Concerned about State's Impact on Budget Raise Potential for The Alameda County to issues with provider ac- ty for many public safety and said Supervisor Carson, “I Board of Supervisors on cess. Many question whether health and human services believe it will be some time More Monthly Pay Friday adopted a balanced this shift will yield the an- programs from the State to before we truly understand budget that approved a $2.6 ticipated savings. Cuts to local governments. the full impact of these plans Zone 7 Water Agency trouble. billion spending plan and CalWORKs would reduce “Realignment is taking on Alameda County and the directors voted to hold the Also, some board mem- closed an $88.1M funding the length of time clients us into uncharted territory,” people we serve.” line on the compensation bers work in jobs where they gap. Although this is the are able to receive grant they receive for each meet- must take time off from their first funding gap of less than payments from 48 to 24 ing in a month, but agreed to duties, and may have to miss $100M in the past four years, months. However, details raise the cap on the number a half-day’s or a full day’s cuts included eliminating 37 are still still coming to light of compensated meetings pay, directors noted. Child vacant County positions and regarding implementation per month. care cost were also cited in cuts to critical health and and allowable exemptions Directors took the action past discussions as some- human services programs to the welfare-to-work re- at their meeting June 20. The thing that might be offset by as a result of State-imposed quirement. vote was 6-1, with board a change in compensation. reductions in funding those “So many critical details president Sandy Figuers vot- BOARD PASSES programs. are still emerging. Many ing against the motion. CAPITAL BUDGET Concerns remain in the of the proposed cuts affect Figuers agreed with other On another item, direc- county over the impact of the poorest members of our directors about freezing the tors unanimously approved trailer bills and the fate of society.” said Supervisor amount of compensation at the capital improvement the tax increase on the No- Keith Carson, who chairs $159.99. He disagreed about budget for $49.3 million for vember ballot. Alameda County’s Budget which number should be the fiscal year that begins “We hope that details Workgroup. chosen for the cap. July 1 and ends June 30, emerging at the State level On top of that, there is The old policy was to cap 2013. The capital improve- and the passage of the final the uncertain fate of the compensation at four meet- ment budget varies from budget bill don’t further neg- Governor’s package of tax- ings per month. The new one year to year, depending on atively impact the county,” increases on the November will cap it at 10. Figuers said which projects are being said County Administrator ballot – which if not passed, that six was a better number, carried out by Zone 7. Susan S. Muranishi. “We’re could mean further reduc- and suggested the board The board approved ev- already squeezed financially tions to programs important could make upward adjust- erything else in the Zone 7 as a result of a protracted to local residents and leave ments, if necessary. budget in April, because that economic slump, with de- a question mark related to In approving the policy, part of the Zone 7 budget is mand for safety net services guaranteed, ongoing funding the directors also added part of the Alameda County remaining unusually high for the State’s “realignment” language that defines a meet- budget. The sums approved and the resources to pay for plan which began last Octo- ing. at the June 20 meeting are these services diminished.” ber. It transfers responsibili- Meetings include the for capital improvements The Legislature’s vote board’s regular meeting only, and exclusive to Zone on the budget planned for and any special meeting, 7. Tuesday was postponed until board committee meetings, Because Zone 7 has been at least Wednesday to allow representation of Zone 7 at expecting to become totally time for members to review meetings of other agencies, independent from the county the trailer bill language, and annual attendance at a Jan. 1, 2013, staff had pre- much of which is just now meeting of statewide water pared an 18-month budget coming to light. Twenty districts. to cover the last six months trailer bills are expected. The board reviews its of 2012, which is the last However, as of Tuesday only compensation every two six months of the County’s half of them have been made years. Board members re- July 1 to June 30 fiscal year, available for review. These ceive no benefits package. and the 12 calendar months bills contain the details of Their only income, which next year. implementing the plans con- directors consider to be more The 18-month budget tained in the budget, many of along the lines of a stipend to would then enable zone 7 to which significantly impact cover expenses, comes from prepare all its future budgets counties. their meeting pay. on calendar years, which is Of particular concern to At the board’s meeting the period covered by the the county is the language May 16, directors were in agency’s water rates. that shifts over 80,000 low- agreement about not raising However, the enabling income children from the their pay. They cited the job legislative bill for Zone 7 to Healthy Families subsidized hiring soft freeze for Zone gain total separation from health care program to the 7 staff, in which only es- the county was pulled. Zone lower-cost Medi-Cal plan, sential positions are filled 7 plans to work further to- which health advocates say when they become vacant. ward independence, but now could cause some children to Also, general manager Jill won’t be able to achieve it fall through the cracks due Duerig has declined a pay increase. However, several directors raised the possibility that some kind of monetary increase could lure more candidates into running for the board. They won’t run for the money, but at least the agency would recognize rewarding more participation with enough to cover expenses and time and THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION A

Museum Introduces 'Downtown Detectives' Program for Families

Young detectives are busy at work in Downtown Pleasanton. Museum on Main has released Down- town Detectives: Time Trav- elers, a new family program designed to introduce children and adults to the history of Pleasanton’s downtown. The program is funded by The L.G. Skaggs and Mary C. Skaggs Foundation. The Downtown Detec- tives: Time Travelers backpack may be checked out and used for free anytime Samantha Samuels the museum is open to the public, Tuesdays-Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Musical Variety Show for and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Adults must Children at the Firehouse provide a driver's license and phone number. Fami- Pleasanton’s Firehouse performed throughout the lies may phone in advance Arts Center will host award- United States and abroad, to reserve the backpack if winning cabaret and the- appearing before the Royal they are planning their day atre personality Samantha Family in Kuala Lampur, in downtown. Samuels and her musical Malaysia, by invitation of Families with children variety show for children on the United States Embassy Wednesday afternoons, July in Brussels, Belgium and age five and up are invited 11 and 25, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at Malmo's famed Stadste- to check out the Downtown The Firehouse Arts Cen- atren in Sweden. Her awards Detectives: Time Travelers ter is located at 4444 Rail- include Cabaret Gold, Dra- backpack and follow the road Avenue in downtown maLogue, Dean Goodman clues as they search together Pleasanton. Choice honors, a Shellie for the oldest building in The show is designed for, Award nomination, a cita- downtown. There are ac- A family explores with the Downtown Detectives backpack. with, and by children, an tion from the City of San tivities at each stop, such as adventure into live theatre Francisco and the key to dress up, a crayon rubbing, museum’s education director notes, “In the case of the the public Tuesday through that is set to original songs the city of Houston, Texas. role play, a coloring activity, and creator of the program. Johnston Building, stand- Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to by composers Steven Shore She has been recognized and writing on a slate board. “Many museums have fam- ing at 465 Main Street, they 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from & Eric Vetro. With singing, for her efforts on behalf of The self-guided exploration ily backpacks available for might not realize the place 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Admission dancing, audience participa- both AIDS fundraising and can take anywhere from checkout within their facili- where they do their bank- is free. Donations are al- tion, and featured specialty Contra Costa Stand Against forty-five minutes to an hour ties, but we wanted to create ing was the old candy shop ways appreciated. For more acts, Kabaret for Kids has Domestic Violence. and a half. an experience beyond our about one hundred years information about current been praised as innovative, In theater, Samuels was “Downtown Detectives is walls.” educational and fun-filled ago.” exhibits and programs, visit cast in the National Tour- a unique way to explore the “Most people pass by entertainment for children ing Company of the Tony The Museum on Main is the Museum’s web site at history within downtown,” these buildings and never 3-8 years and up. Award-winning Nine - The located at 603 Main Street, www.museumonmain.org or states Jennifer Amiel, the realize their stories.” Amiel “Sam” Samuels has (continued on page 4) Pleasanton. It is open to phone (925) 462-2766. 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012

Among the shows booked for the Bankhead Theater in Livermore include, from left clockwise, Don Edwards, Jake Shimabukuro, It's Magic, Dave Mason, and the Royal Drummers and Dancers of Barundi. LVPAC Season Offers Stars (Feb 14), Paco Pena Flamenco (Feb 26) Something for Everyone Holiday: Smuin Christ- mas Ballet (Nov 24 and The Livermore Valley dividends to the community return this season, such as 25), Chanticleer Christmas Performing Arts Center as it has provided funding for Jake Shimabukuro, Dave (Dec 19), Willie K Hawai- (LVPAC) has announced the a second summer of Friday Mason, and the Kingston ian Christmas (Dec 21), 2012-2013 LVPAC Presents Nights LIVE!, free outdoor Trio, allowing audiences Moscow Boys Choir Christ- Season. concerts performed on the another opportunity to see mas (Dec 22); Comedy: With more than 40 perfor- Shea Homes Stage outside them perform. lar-children’s-band-leader, located at 2400 First Street in Gary Mule Deer (Jan 22), mances scheduled and others the theater. The upcoming season Dan Zanes and Friends. For Downtown Livermore. The Avner the Eccentric (Jan anticipated, the sixth season “Continued confidence in will welcome the dynamic these and most shows, stu- ticket office is open Tuesday 29), The Capitol Steps (May will continue the Bankhead the quality of LVPAC’s pro- Royal Drummers and Danc- dent tickets can be purchased through Saturday from 12:00 6); Dance: Smuin Christmas Theater’s tradition of offer- gramming has helped ensure ers of Barundi, Paco Pena for just $14. LVPAC also noon to 6:00 p.m. On perfor- Ballet (Nov 24 and 25); Best ing a variety of events with broader attendance, allowing Flamenco with the rhythms offers select performances mance days the ticket office of Smuin Ballet (Mar 1 and a broad appeal. The schedule us to satisfy audiences’ exist- of Spain, and a taste of the during the weekday for local remains open 30 minutes be- 2); Guitar: Jake Shimabu- includes musical choices, ing interests as well as spark irresistible music of Cuba school groups. yond the announced curtain kuro (Oct 10), International from doo wop, Broadway, their curiosity with new art- with Juan de Marcos and the Members of LVPAC are time. To purchase tickets call Guitar Night (Jan 23), Gam- jazz and authentic country/ ists and experiences,” said Afro-Cuban All Stars. eligible for advance ticket 925-373-6800 or visit www. betta/Ostrouchhko (Feb 28), western to sultry French Len Alexander executive Making the performing purchase beginning on June bankheadtheater.org Jesse Cook (Apr 5), Arlo chanson and electrifying director of LVPAC. In re- arts accessible for families 20, 2012 and receive a 10 The 2012-13 season: Guthrie (Apr 22) ukulele, join flamenco, cir- sponse to audience feedback is a priority for LVPAC percent discount on LVPAC Country/Western: Rhonda Variety: Tom Wopat (Jan cus acrobats, comedy, magic, last year, more western and and many events, from the Presents tickets all year. Vincent (Jan 3), Red Clay 12), Kingston Trio (Feb and holiday celebrations. folk music acts were booked, season-opening Chinese Additional benefits are also Ramblers (Mar 13), Kathy 17); Jazz/blues: The Four Since it opened in 2007, and this year new holiday circus acrobats to the hi- available at higher member- Mattea (Apr 11), Don Ed- Freshmen (Nov 1), Julian the Bankhead Theater has events have been added in- larious physical comedy of ship levels, contact (925) wards (Jun 8); Family fun: Lage Group (Mar 12), The become an entertainment cluding a relaxed Hawaiian- Avner the Eccentric, provide 583-2305 for more informa- Dan Zanes and Friends (Nov Paris Combo (Apr 24), John hub. The past season was the style Christmas with guitar- thrills for all ages. Several tion. Tickets for the entire 3), It’s Magic (Apr 21), Hammond (May 17); Rock/ largest to date, a 30 percent ist Willie K, an evening of programs this season are LVPAC Presents 2012-2013 Professor Smart (school pop: Dave Mason (Sep 22), increase in events from the song with The Moscow Boys especially tailored for young season will be available to shows); World: National Flash Cadillac New Year’s prior year, and again sold Choir, and the acclaimed families such as a Saturday the general public after July Circus of China (Sep 14), Eve (Dec 31), Tribute to out more than half the shows. Smuin “Christmas Ballet.” morning show featuring the 10 at the box office, by mail, Natalie MacMaster (Oct 23), John Denver (Feb 12), Best The success of the LVPAC Some popular artists whose catchy tunes of former alter- phone or via the internet. Royal Drummers/Dancers of Doo Wop (Feb 22), The Presents series paid extra previous shows sold out will native-rocker-turned-popu- The Bankhead Theater is (Nov 14), Afro-Cuban All Lettermen (Apr 26). THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 3 Evening of Music Featured at 20th Opera in the Vineyard Retzlaff Vineyards Hosting Informal Evening

An evening of classic History at Monta Vista High ian folk songs throughout opera in a relaxed, casual set- School in Cupertino, Ca. Northern California and the ting nestled among the vines Reno plays and sings Ital- Bay Area. of Retzlaff Vineyards is offered by Livermore Valley Opera’s (LVO) 20th annual Opera in the Vineyard. The event will be held Sunday, July 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Retzlaff Vineyards, 1356 South Livermore Av- endless variety, enue, Livermore. This benefit for LVO of- exciting entertainment fers a chance for the community to enjoy arias from classic operas performed reservation Hall Jazz Band by professional singers in PJul 7 at 8pm an informal setting. It is A Bona Fide New Orleans Treasure a “bring-your-own-picnic dinner” event where guests can purchase the organically- klahoma! made wines of Retzlaff Vine- OJul 21-29, Aug 3-5 at 2/8pm yards while enjoying per- Pictured above is “Arias Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre formances by professional this event is expected to sell- a la carte” at last year's Symphony, Carmina Burana, opera singers. Guests can out. Reservations for tables event. Vivaldi’s Gloria, Mozart’s also purchase gourmet arti- of eight can be reserved in Requiem, and Dvorak’s Re- ttmar Liebert and san pizzas and salads from a company or family name. quiem. Ms. Hennessey de- Soleil Wood-Fired Pizza. Adding to the festivities buted as Cio-Cio San in Ma- OLuna Negra Aug 9 at 7:30pm New this year is profes- will be a raffle drawing dama Butterfly with LVO, World Renowned Flamenco Guitarist sional San Francisco-based and silent auction. While 2011. She is a two-time accordion player, Reno Di Retzlaff wine will be avail- winner of the Metropolitan Bono who will entertain able for purchase, no outside Opera Regional Auditions. guests during the program wine is permitted. Guests Chun Mei Wilson, erry Je Walker and during intermission. are encouraged to carpool. pianist/accompanist, has JAug 17 at 8pm Singing will be Vincent Visit LVO’s website collaborative projects that Singer, Songwriter, Troubadour of Chambers, tenor, and Carrie http://www.livermoreval- range from recitals with Cowboy Rock ‘n Roll Hennessey, soprano. The leyopera.com/ for more double-bass to marimba accompanist is Chun Mei event information. to coloratura soprano. Ms. 6:30 Wilson. Vincent Chambers, tenor, Wilson apprenticed as a to LVO will offer the “Arias recently performed duets and prompter at San Francisco 8pm a la carte” portion of the hits Love, Death and Re- cini’s La Boheme, Eric in Opera and for many sea- program when guests have venge: The Greatest hits of Wagner’s Flying Dutchman, sons has accompanied for the opportunity to purchase Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, and Eisenstein in Die Fleder- Festival Opera, North Bay FridayFFridayNightsNights songs from a “menu of arias” Others with soprano Carrie maus, and Count Danilo in Opera, and Martinez Opera. FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES IN DOWNTOWN LIVERMORE for the singers to perform at Hennessey in Chico, CA. The Merry Widow. Ms. Wilson had the privilege 20 12 the purchaser’s table or seat- In May he created the role Carrie Hennessey, so- of coaching Frederica Von OUTSIDE THE BANKHEAD THEATER ing area. prano, has been described of Sergei in Shostakovich’s Stade from 1997 until the June 29 • WOLF HAMLIN & THE DRIFTERS Early bird reservations for Moscow, Cherry Town, a “as gripping an actress as she mezzo’s Carnegie Hall fare- $30 through July 9 can be U.S. premier of this whim- is a singer.” 2011-2012 roles well recital in 2010. American Idol contender’s outlaw country made online at http://www. sical work that takes place include her European debut Reno Di Bono, accordi- FREE! livermorevalleyopera.com/, in Russia, circa 1956. Roles at the International Mahler onist, has been playing this or by calling the informa- include Canio in Leonca- Festival in Prague and her instrument since 1973 and BUY TICKETS tion line at (925) 960-9210. vallo’s Pagliacci, Turiddu New York City debut in Pou- specializes in Italian music. 925.373.6800 After July 9, the cost is $35 in Mascagni’s Cavalleria lenc’s La Voix Humanine, He is a retired high school www.bankheadtheater.org if space is still available as Rusticana , Rodolfo in Puc- soloist in Beethoven’s 9th teacher and taught AP U.S. 2400 FIRST STREET | Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 Preservation Jazz Hall Band Performing in Livermore The legendary Preserva- are first-come-first-served flect more contemporary lowed by singer/songwriter tion Hall Jazz Band will be wooden benches, but the jazz influences, as well as Jerry Jeff Walker, whose performing its New Orleans’ lines of waiting fans that creative collaborations with country, jazz and folk rock style music to the Bankhead snake into the street speak musicians across genres, sound will fill the Bankhead Theater this summer. to the fact that this irresist- such as bluegrass great Del on August 17th. The Preservation Hall ible music never fails to lift McCoury with whom they Jazz Band will appear at the the spirit. released the album “Ameri- Live music will be found Bankhead for a single per- Preservation Hall is now can Legacies” last year. For both inside and outside the formance on Saturday night, run by Allan and Sandra’s their historic contributions Bankhead Theater this sum- July 7, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. son Ben Jaffe, an Oberlin and long-term commitment mer, as Friday Nights LIVE! Located in the very heart College-trained musician to fostering the musical returns for a second sea- of the French Quarter, Pres- who plays tuba, bass and heritage of New Orleans, the son. Sponsored by LVPAC ervation Hall is arguably the banjo in the band. He is ably Preservation Hall Jazz Band Presents, these free outdoor most revered jazz venue in a steering the group Rolling was awarded the National concerts take place from city rich in jazz history and Stone Magazine has called Medal of Arts in 2006. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. every Fri- legends. It was founded in “the past and promise of Tickets for the concert day through mid-September 1961 by Allan and Sandra American music” into the range from $29 to $51 for on the Shea Homes stage Jaffe to preserve and nurture future. The band’s roster adults and $14 for students. directly outside the theater the instantly recognizable is now a multigenerational The Preservation Hall doors and feature local art- sound and style of New mix of talent and, as with Jazz Band appears as part of ists and musical groups Orleans’ traditional jazz. A Ben Jaffe himself, many of the LVPAC Presents series ranging from rock and roll quintessential New Orleans’ the younger players boast at the Bankhead Theater to country and folk music. tradition, few changes have a direct lineage to former Legendary Preservation Hall Jazz Band showcasing acclaimed per- The Bankhead Theater is been made to the Hall in band members, preserving formers in music, dance and located at 2400 First Street keeping with Preservation century, bringing new life to the ensuing five decades. the continuity of sound and other performing arts across in Downtown Livermore. Hall’s original mission, the such favorites as “St. Louis Crowded and often hot, no tapping the value of the a wide range of styles and The ticket office is open band continues to perform Blues” and “Tiger Rag.” drinks are served and seats local music community. In genres. Coming next, gui- Tuesday through Saturday the traditional music that Under Jaffe’s direction, their tarist Ottmar Liebert, known from 12:00 noon to 6:00 first emerged from New Or- music has also evolved to for his innovative blend p.m. On performance days leans in the early twentieth include numbers that re- KABARET FOR KIDS of traditional and modern the ticket office remains (continued from front page) flamenco styles, returns to open through intermission. the Bankhead Theater on To purchase tickets call Musical, but is best known of children's music, she cre- August 9th with his band 925-373-6800 or visit www. as Edith Piaf in the Award- ated the recorded version Luna Negra. He will be fol- bankheadtheater.org winning musical Piaf, No of Kabaret for Kids, which Regrets, and for her award- was made available in the winning Rodgers & Ham- California Public Libraries merstein . . . With Hart! and in the Early Childhood. In concert, Samuels has com Education Catalogue. appeared with many celeb- Her other recordings include Sneak Peek of 'Hairspray' at rities including Joan Riv- “Samantha Samuels...All ers, Howie Mandel, The Dressed Up” and “Simply the Pleasanton Library Smothers Brothers and Alan Sam”. King. She appeared at San Tickets are adult $12.00 Pacific Coast Repertory hair and big talent of our Francisco's Palace of Fine and child (12 years and Theatre will offer a sneak plus-size teen heroine, Tracy Arts along with guest stars under) $8.00. They may be peek of its newest produc- Turnblad. Join her as she Bonnie Raitt, John Raitt, purchased online at www. tion, Hairspray: the Broad- follows her quest for love, Jill Eikenberry and Michael firehousearts.org up to three way Musical, at the Pleas- stardom, and social equality, Tucker. Recently, Samuels hours prior to the perfor- anton Library. all without mussing her hair. was featured in David Galli- mance, by phone at (925) The performance will be This free program will gan's production of “Loesser 931-4848, or in person at the at 2 p.m. on Sun., July 8. It be held in the Pleasanton Is More” in Los Angeles, Firehouse Arts Center Box will include a scene and a Library’s meeting room. Calif. and in “Not The Same Office. Box Office hours Come early to find parking Old Song & Dance” with are Wednesday-Friday, 12 song or two from the musical and ensure a seat. Robin Williams and Bill noon-6:00 p.m., Saturday and a free dance lesson. Irwin at Yerba Buena Center 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., and Wake up to 1962 Balti- For more information in San Francisco, Calif. for two hours prior to each more, where the only thing regarding the program call Samuels’ recordings fea- performance. The entrance bigger than “The Corny Penny Johnson at 931-3405. ture the songs Eric Vetro and to free parking is on Spring Collins Show” is the big No registration required. Steven Shore. In the genre Street near First Street. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 5 A Memorable Evening of Dance Featured Variety of Stories

By Carol Graham Ballets to Remember Along with choreograph- For a while, I thought I opened with a ballet per- ing “Lilac Garden,” for was the only one who had formed to Maurice Ravel’s which narrator Andy Foort cried. hypnotic “Bolero,” per- claimed she waited nine I’d been glad of the cool formed stunningly by the years to find the perfect Car- darkness of the theater, of the Livermore-Amador Sym- oline, Artistic Director Betsy utter anonymity of gazing phony Pit Orchestra directed Hausberg choreographed a forward away from those by Bob Williams, accentu- playful and enchanting ver- seated nearby, and into Caro- ating the building tension sion of Sergei Prokofiev’s line’s world - a captivating between the urgent drums “Peter and the Wolf” and the “Lilac Garden” alive with overlaid with the dreamy rollicking finale “Rodeo.” the complexities of longing melodies. Like a robust display of and denial, desire and duty, For Romm, “The best fireworks on the 4th of July, love and isolation. thing was the energy and “Rodeo” captured the in- Later I discovered I had beauty that was constantly defatigable American spirit not been alone at all. present throughout the pro- with Aaron Copland’s ener- On June 23rd, the Valley duction,” she said. “Some getic music and the dancers’ Dance Theatre presented pieces were serious, brood- playful nod to individualism Ballets to Remember at ing, intense. Other pieces (Andrew Koponen busted Livermore’s Bankhead The- were delightful, energetic out some break-dancing ater - a gorgeous blend of el- and humorous. I liked that moves). egant and whimsical pieces we had both; they mixed “So much hard work performed by dancers of all together perfectly.” goes into a production like ages for an audience of all The second piece - the this,” said Tlera. “We have ages. colorful and merry “La fille more than 60 dancers who “I don’t know how any- mal gardee,” showcased Scene from "Peter and the Wolf." practice for months and we one could resist the Lilac dancers whose flowing steps clog dance, a type of folk wearing toe pads, tights, choreographer Genoa Sper- have lots of help backstage Garden; it’s mesmerizing,” resulted in a colorful braid dance in which the foot- ballet slippers, a pair of ske’s watching birds in flight with costumes and props and said 18-year-old performer of ribbons wrapped around wear is used to punctuate regular socks and a pair of while stopped at a traffic stage work.” Leah Romm. “The music by the May Pole. Fifth-grade musical beats, which was ski socks rolled over twice. light in San Francisco. The Romm agreed. “I admire itself is incredibly moving. dancer Ella King, who’s choreographed, along with I want to remember how rolling, split-second delayed our director Betsy Hausberg Add in the beautiful dancing been with VDT since 2008, the Bolero ballet, by Brenna difficult it was to dance in movements of the dance for all of the hard work she (Kayla is an exceptional and said she most enjoyed “The O’Hair. clogs so I won’t complain reflected the pattern of birds puts into VDT. Her support, soulful dancer and person) rush of excitement and but- Wearing authentic Dutch when I dance en pointe from in flight, and the patter of love and humor is crucial to and, well, tears everywhere! terflies while I was back- clogs for the performance, now on.” the dancers’ bare feet on the the well-being of the com- It was especially cool to see stage just before my perfor- 14-year-old Alyssa Tlera The modern dance “Mi- stage sounded exactly like pany, and she is the heart of it from the wings because mance. I was surprised by said, “I kept them on by gration” was inspired by wing beats. all of our dancing.” I saw some of the minor how fast it all went once it details one can’t see from started.” the seats, from facial expres- As the resident ballet sions to little gestures.” company for the Bankhead Set in the steely Edward- Theater, the non-profit VDT Volunteers Sought to Tutor Adults in English Skills ian era of positioning and is dedicated to advancing propriety, Antony Tudor’s cultural appreciation of the Pleasanton Library’s Project Read needs volunteer tutors “Lilac Garden” (Jardin Aux art of dance by providing to help adults with English skills. Lilas, 1936) reveals the in- two annual professional- Project Read provides the workbooks and study guides. terplay between the young ly-staged performances: The program will help volunteers develop teaching skills, Caroline (Kayla Torque- The Nutcracker during the craft curriculum, and gain experience, enriching your resume mada), the fiancé she does holiday season, and a mid- all the while helping nice people. not want to marry, his icy season showcase such as Students come to Pleasanton from all over the world. mistress, and the man Caro- this year’s Ballets to Re- Most have basic English skills and many have studied line loves from whom she member. The VDT school English in their home country. must walk away. offers classes in ballet and Tutors should be at least 18 years old, fluent in Ameri- “Ballet can be a power- modern dance for children, can English but not necessarily a native speaker and able ful storyteller,” said Valley teens and adults. to devote a consistent hour or two weekly to your student Dance Theatre’s President “La fille mal gardee” for a semester. Karin Bunnell. “This year’s concluded with an authentic For more information, email PennyJohnson@Cityof- production is full of stories.” and completely enchanting PleasantonCa.gov, or call Penny Johnson, 925/931-3405. Pictured at right is a tutoring session.

6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 WINE COUNTRY Winging it: Where I went, what I saw, what I tried

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Tickets Available for Annual 'Taste of Terroir' Food and Wine Pairing

Wine experts Deborah Most Innovative Pairing, opportunity to bid on a a tasting of each of the 16 Cedar Mountain Winery Bar, Longevity Wines + Parker Wong of The Tasting Judges’ Best and Best Clas- limited edition giclee print food and wine pairings, + Porter’s Restaurant at The Winemaker’s Pour Panel, Lynne Char Ben- sic Pairing. Guests at this of the painting “Sarafina” live music by Motel Sheets Poppy Ridge Golf Course, House, McGrail Vineyards nett of the San Francisco popular public event will by local artist Jill Denton and a decadent dessert and Concannon Vineyard + Un- & Winery + Double Barrel Chronicle’s Food & Wine have opportunity to taste all that is featured on the 31st cheese spread sponsored by derdog Wine Bar, Crooked Wine Bar, Mitchell Katz department and Chef Jeffrey of the pairings, bid on luxu- Livermore Valley Harvest US Foodservice and paired Vine Winery + El Sacro- Winery + Beets Catering at Anderson of Safeway, Inc. rious silent auction items Wine Celebration poster and with Livermore Valley ports. monte Restaurant and Bar, Casa Real, Nottingham Cel- will judge gourmet pairings and cast a vote in the Peo- program cover. Funds raised at this event Cuda Ridge Wines + Sanctu- lars + Handles Gastropub, at “Taste of Terroir,” Liver- ple’s Choice competition. Taste of Terroir 2012 will benefit the Livermore Valley ary Ultra Lounge & Restau- Page Mill Winery + First more Valley’s Wine & Food Silent auction items in- take place at Palm Event Winegrowers Association. rant, Darcie Kent Vineyards Street Alehouse, Rodrigue Experience on July 19. clude several wine coun- Center in Pleasanton, 6-9 For tickets and more infor- + Nieman Marcus Café, Molyneaux + Castlewood The panel will sample try gift baskets containing p.m. on Thursday, July 19. mation, please visit www. Eagle Ridge Vineyard + Country Club, The Steven food and wine pairings pre- award-winning wine paired Tickets are $75 per person LVwine.org. Terra Mia, Garré Vineyard Kent Winery + Neil Marquis sented by 16 of the region’s with restaurant, limousine if purchased before July 1, Teams for the Taste of & Winery + Garré Café, Catering, Wente Vineyards wineries and their restaurant and spa gift certificates. when the price increases to Terroir 2012 competition Las Positas Vineyards + + The Restaurant at Wente partners before awarding Guests also will have the $85. Ticket price include include: Scott’s Seafood Grill & Vineyards

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eggs and chickens locally, but through the cooperative. Through the years, Peep, Peep, Cluck, Cluck local farms and ranches, and even some homes in town, often kept small is the only member of his first by hand, but then with County Farm Bureau in chicken flocks for family family who lives in Liver- an egg-washing machine, 1914, and an organizer of a use. Wives took pleasure more now, and fortunately dried, and placed in the cooperative called Poul- in having fresh eggs and for me, he is the one who egg boxes. They had 11 try Producers of Central meat; sometimes they used has inherited the family chicken houses, eight California. He served as them in trade. In 1913 archives. brooders, and a rooster the first president of the Phillippa Clyma wrote in a Graham Barber at the egg washing machine - Verde One of John’s treasures house. John’s mother, Eli- cooperative in 1918 and letter to her daughter from Farm, 1957 (John S. Young) is a hand-drawn detailed nor, remembered that fertil- then as manager for several their local farm: “Pap is map of the farm, about 8 ized eggs were sold to a years. The Poultry Produc- going to town [Livermore] by 10 inches, drawn by his hatchery in Fremont. They ers of Central California tomorrow—I have five step-grandmother. It is very had an orchard, with each came to Livermore in 1929 squares of butter and 18 When John S. Young Way, Barber Street, and fragile and loosely held type of tree labeled on the and leased the mill build- doz eggs—and sold two was little, he enjoyed Fordham Way. This penta- together by scotch tape that map: almond, fig, peach, ing and several warehouses dozen eggs and one square coming in the summers gon shows roughly the area has turned brown. It shows pear, apricot, apple, cherry, of the Diamond Milling of butter since he was in and during Easter and of the chicken farm. The the main house as well as crabapple, and loquat. A Company on First Street town last. My reds are Christmas vacations to his Barbers also owned more the still existing house on small reservoir surrounded across from the fire house. laying all the eggs. The great-grandfather’s and property along Hillcrest, Barber Street, which was by weeping willows helped The cooperative received others are not laying hardly his grandfather’s chicken just to the north of East called the “cottage.” There with pumping water for ir- eggs from Livermore and any.” Her husband kept an farm in Livermore, where Avenue, now occupied was a barn, where John rigation. They planted two Pleasanton members and account book with care- he spent many happy days partly by the Arbol Verde remembered playing in the stands of eucalyptus trees shipped them to Hayward. ful details of their trading. gathering eggs. He remem- Apartments. Here they hay. Trucks brought chick- as windbreaks. It also carried feed for But in the early 1900s, bered a brooder (a heated grew barley; they had room en feed that was poured Before he came to chickens and dairies. In a poultry industry began building) with hundreds to grow alfalfa on the farm. into two 10-foot high metal Livermore, John H. Barber 1951 the cooperative built to develop. The Barber’s of chicks—“The floor was Both of these crops were silos. The chickens were all was manager of experi- a new building in Liver- Verde Farm was just one of a solid yellow.” We met raised for chicken feed. the same breed—Leghorns, mental farms conducted by more—we now know the many large enterprises that about a week ago so that John H. Barber and his which are white with a the U.S. government and building as the Livermore sprang up in and around I could see some of the wife, Jean, had two chil- red comb and lay white the University of Califor- Feed and Farm Supply at Livermore. (To be contin- information he had about dren. Their daughter, Elsa, eggs. Graham collected nia at Santa Monica, Paso the end of Fourth Street ued next week.) the farm. graduated from Livermore eggs twice a day in metal Robles, Amador, and Po- across from the Livermore Readers can reach me At the north end of High in 1917, attended buckets and placed them mona. In 1908 he leased a High School track. The at am50homan@yahoo. Hillcrest Avenue, the street Stanford, and became a in a six-foot square two- large orchard in the Carmel Barbers did not sell their com. makes a little jog and teacher. Their son, Graham, wheel cart, which he pulled Valley and shipped apples becomes Barber Street. worked at Verde Farm with to the egg room at the side and pears to the New York The fourth house on the his father and continued of the main house. Here market. He was one of the right, at 164 Barber Street, with the business after his the eggs were washed, at founders of the Alameda is the only building left of father’s death in 1957. the Barber family’s Verde Graham and his first wife, Poultry Farm. John H. Dorothy, had one child— Barber came to Livermore Elinor Jean Barber, who with his family on a frosty graduated from Livermore Christmas Eve, 1911; the High and married James A. farm was sold to devel- Young in 1949. They had opers in 1960. A map of three children, the oldest Livermore shows an oddly- being John S. Young who shaped pentagon near the gathered eggs at the begin- old house, formed by Duke ning of this column. John 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Pleasanton. Contact Cynthia Bryant potential to deliver a small nugget. p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore Art Association Gallery, at [email protected]. Adults enjoy another gold experience Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org located in the Carnegie Building, offers ca.us. with the award winning 2007 and 2009 or 373-6800. art classes, unusual gifts, painting Poet Laureate, Cynthia Bryant, will host Zinfandel, both gold medal winners at Carl Tilchen will perform Sun., July 8, rentals, art exhibits and information a poetry critique group called "Tuesday the Chronicle Wine Tasting Competi- 4 to 7 p.m. at The Riata Diner, and pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third Trope" from 7-9 p.m., on the first tion. July 27, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday Tavern, Address 190 South J Street, St., Livermore. The gallery has been Tuesday of every month, beginning in Night Uncorked. music by Steve Kritzer. Livermore. The program will include open since 1974 and is run as a co-op June at Towne Center Books, 555 Main Selected wines will be paired with de- Jazz, Popular Songs by Stevie Wonder, by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. St. This is an open group, need not be lectable island fare. Each fourth Friday Folksongs by Pete Seeger, Blues by 11:30-4 p.m. For information call a resident of Pleasanton, free to all. offers a different musician and ap- Ray Charles, and Original Comedy 449-9927. Please bring 10 copies of one or two petizers set to a theme. Cost includes Songs The Guerilla Gardener, You Feel Carolyn Lord will display her watercolors of your original poems to workshop. appetizers and a glass of wine. $10 per Romantic,& Google’s Car No Driver. on the Nancy Thompson Memorial E-mail Cynthia at pleasantonpoetry@ guest and $5 for club-members. Wine For information, call 510-371-9688, Wall, upstairs at the Firehouse Arts ci.pleasanton.ca.us for purchase available by the glass or email carltilchenmusic391@ Center, May 29 to June 27. The Fire- Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday and bottle. 8195 Crane Ridge Road, gmail.com; websites www.carltilchen. house is located at 4444 Railroad Ave., 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring Livermore, (925)454-3040, www. wordpress.com www.theriata.com Pleasanton. Information: 925-931- their own materials and easels. Open charlesrvineyards.com The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, July 4850 or www. FirehouseArts.org. to all artists. Professional artist models Eagle Ridge Vineyard will be celebrating 11, An Evening with Foreigner, Wente Fresh Works, 2nd Annual Open Juried (nude). No instructor. Students under Carl Tilchen will perform Sun., July 8, 4 to 7 p.m. at The its 5th Anniversary with the Release of Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Art Exhibit, May 30-June 30, 2012. 18 need written parental permission to Riata Diner, and Tavern, Address 190 South J Street, it's 2009 Zinfandel & 2009 Cabernet www.wentevineyards.com Firehouse Arts Center's Harrington Gal- attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Sauvignon. The event is Sun., July The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, July lery, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Livermore. The program will include Jazz, Popular 15, noon to 4:30 p.m. In addition, the 16, Earth, Wind & Fire Guiding Lights Regular Gallery hours are Wednesday- Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- Songs by Stevie Wonder, Folksongs by Pete Seeger, celebration will include food, music & Tour,Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo Rd., Friday, noon to 5:00 p.m. Saturday able. Call or email Barbara Stanton Blues by Ray Charles, and Original Comedy Songs wine. "TankhalfFull" will be playing Livermore. www.wentevineyards.com 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. www. for more info about the workshop, The Guerilla Gardener, You Feel Romantic,& Google’s their original easy listening music. JOEL: A Tribute to the Songs of Billy firehousearts.org/harrington-gallery 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ Chef Jim will be pairing the Zin & Cab Joel, July 22, 7:30 p.m Firehouse Arts Humanimals and Such Exhibit, July earthlink.net. Car No Driver. For information, call 510-371-9688, or with a delightful menu of foods. 10017 Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasan- 19 - August 25, 2012, Featured Art Critique & Coffee Hangs at Coffee email [email protected]; websites www. Tesla Rd., Livermore. eagleridgevine- ton. www.firehousearts.org. artists include Julie Alvarado, William Ali, Friday at 10 a.m. sharing latest carltilchen.wordpress.com www.theriata.com yard.com/ The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, July Charuhas, Michael Cutlip, Rebecca work and a gentle critique to fine tune 23, Sheryl Crow, Wente Vineyards, Haines and Stan Peterson. Exhibit work. Original paintings from a group MUSIC/CONCERTS 5050 Arroyo Rd., Livermore. www.

with whimsical, playful paintings and of Local Professional and Emerging out the summer. The parties will 28, Oct. 5, 6 to 9 p.m. 3005 Mines Blacksmith Square, music every wentevineyards.com sculpture that depict humans, animals, artists, with a New Theme, create New include extended tasting room hours Road, Livermore. $50 per person, $40 Saturday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard: or an incongruous combination of both. Works each month. Grab a cup of cof- and entertainment by The Singing Silver Spur Club members plus tax; 6/16 Chris LeBel, 6/23 Anna Steiger, ON THE STAGE Opening reception, Thursday, July 19, fee and pull up a chair to hear what we Winemaker and Friends. This sum- ticket includes live music, tapas and and 6/30 Roger Kardinal, 21 South The Member of the Wedding, by Carson 7:00-9:00 pm. Harrington Gallery, Fire- have to say and enjoy Original Fine Art. mer's releases include the new version wine. Reservations are required. Call Livermore Ave., Livermore. McCullers. Directed by Eric Fraisher house Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., For more information Google: Poetry on of Melody and Harmony, Petite Syrah, 925.456.2395. www.murrietaswell.com Summer Concert Series, Sundays in Hayes, runs through July 1, 2012, at Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org. Canvas Pleasanton or call Claudette Tempranillo, Old-Vine Zin, a small lot of Tamas Estate Winery, Cafe Tuesdays, July, 5:30 p.m. San Ramon Central the Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 Art Under the Oaks, July 21-22, 11 510 543-4776. exceptional Barbera and a great Cab- July 17, Mid West BBQ; August 14, Park, 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon. N. Third Street, in Hayward. 8 p.m. a.m. to 4 p.m., at Alden Lane Nursery, Young Artists’ Studio has openings in its ernet Blush. The wines will be paired California Classics. $25 per person Bring a picnic, blanket and/or lawn Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Livermore. Livermore Art Association Summer Sessions for 2012. Summer with food. The Singing Winemaker is advance purchase / $30 per person chairs. Adult beverages, soda and ice and 2 and 8 p.m. The Douglas Morris- will host. Art displays, entertainment, classes are one week long and cover located at Tesla Vintners, 5143 Tesla the week of the event $20 for Salute! cream available for purchase. July son Theatre is a program and facility of and more. www.livermoreartassocia- a wide range of projects, from drawing Road, Livermore. For information, go to Club members. Price includes live 4, Pride and Joy; July 15, Sun Kings the Hayward Area Recreation and Park tion.org. and painting, to printmaking, mask www.teslavintners.com music, buffet-style dinner, and one Beatles Tribute; July 22, Livewire, 70s, District. The Box Office is open Tuesday making, sculpture, AP projects and Ruby Friday at Ruby Hill Winery, June glass of wine. Purchase tickets for all 80s & 90s music; July 29, Fabulous through Friday, 12:30 to 5:30 and MEETINGS/CLASSES portfolio preparation. Instructor Peggy 29, Beach Boys and other summer events for $75/per person & $60/per Cruisetones, oldies. Final concert Aug. can be reached at (510) 881-6777. Summer Camp, Cantabella Children’s Frank has been working with young- themed music will be playing—come person Salute! Club members. www. 5, David Martin's House Party. Free Information is also available at www. Chorus is offering a two-week Choral, sters in the Valley for thirty years in her in your favorite Beach attire. 6:30pm tamasestates.com. 5565 Tesla Road admission. www.sanramon.ca.gov/ dmtonline.org. $10 Preview, $20 Sat. Rhythm and Movement Camp, July 16- Livermore studio. Students entering to 9:00pm in the Ruby Hill Winery Livermore, (925) 456-2380. Parks/events/summer_concerts.htm matinee, $28 Thurs., Fri., Sat. eve., 27, at Valley Community Church, 4455 second grade all the way through high tasting room. The cost is $10.00 for McGrail Vineyards and Winery July Live music at the Winemaker's Pour Sun. matinee. Del Valle Parkway, Pleasanton. For school are welcome to enroll. Contact Gem Society Members & $15.00 for events: Sage Concert, July 7. Annual House, 2241 First Street, Livermore. San Francisco Shakespeare in the children 5 years through sixth grade, Peggy at (925)443-8755 or email her non-members; Price includes a glass Cabernet Reserve Celebration and Alternative, Progressive, Rock with Park, 2012 production, King Henry V. placed in three age groups. Instructors at [email protected]. of wine, 2 barrel tastings, 1 compli- Release of 2009 McGrail Vineyards Northern Static Fri., June 29, 7:30pm Pleasanton, Amador Valley Community are highly trained, certified adults mentary slice of pizza, light snacks Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve on July – 10:00pm; Jazz with Joey T. Sat., June Park, Santa Rita Rd. and Black Ave. with college degrees and many years WINERY EVENTS and ‘Smores by our fire pit - (weather 14. (925) 215-0717 www.mcgrailvine- 30, 7:30pm – 10:00pm. Open Mike Saturdays, June 30, July 7 and 14; of teaching experience. Each group Garre Vineyard & Winery's 'Dinner and permitting). Additional wine and pizza yards.com, 5600 Greenville Road, Night Every Monday 7pm – 9pm. For Sundays, July 1, 8 and 15. 7:30 p.m. will participate in Choral and Music Music on the Patio: June 29 The Andy will be available for sale. ($10 for Livermore. more information call (925) 215-2656 Free admission. www.sfshakes.org. Literacy training, Rhythm Exploration Joe Stewart Band. www.garrewinery. anyone under 21 years of age.) 400 Tamas Estates, Café Tuesdays this sum- or visit www.winemakerspourhouse. KIDS KABARET Entertainment for the and Development, and Expressive com, 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore, Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton. mer: Southern Comfort Food; July 17, com Whole Family, Wed., July 11 and Wed., Movement and Dance. Performance (925) 371-8200. Cedar Mountain Winery, July 1, noon Mid-West BBQ; August 14, California Authentic New Orleans Style/Dance- July 25, 1 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, for parents and guests on the last day The Winemaker's Pour House, Be Happy to 4 p.m. B.Y.O.B- Fill Your Own Bottle. Classics. $25 per person advance pur- able Dixieland Traditional Jazz now 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. of class. For more information and to At "Happy Hour" with Livermore Valley Earl has created a special “Red Blend” chase / $30 per person the week of the at Sunol Jazz Cafe`. Comfort food firehousearts.org. register a child, visit Cantabella.org/ Wine. Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 4 to 6 table wine for this event only. Bring event $20 for Salute! Club Members served up with Smokin' Hot Jazz every Livermore Shakespeare Festival pres- camp. p.m. Buy a glass of Livermore Valley your clean 750 ml wine bottle, fill, and Price includes live music, buffet-style 1st and 3rd Wednesday Mission Gold ents Shakespeare’s Hamlet outdoors Everything Poetry (in two parts), Wine or Flight and order a Flatbread cork and label it for only $8.00 per dinner, and one glass of wine. www. Jazz Band. Dinner orders begin at 6 at Concannon Vineyard July 12 through Second Saturday Soup-workshops 2nd for half price. Take the wine puzzle bottle. Use a winery bottle for $9.00. tamasestates.com, 5565 Tesla Road, pm; music from 7:30. August 12, in partial repertory with The Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-12 challenge. Ask the wait staff for the Fill 12 bottles and the winery will pay Livermore, (925) 456-2380. Chris Bradley's Jazz Band, plays at the Merry Wives of Windsor. For a calendar noon Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 wine puzzle. Information call (925) the sales. 7000 Tesla Road, Livermore. Charles R Vineyards July events: Noon Sunol Jazz Cafe (In the Center of Sunol) and information, visit Livermore- Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton; Third 215-2656 or visit www.winemaker- 925-373-6910 to 4:30 p.m. July 14, pan for gold at the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month Shakes.org. Tickets range from $25 to Tuesday Trope- poetry critiques 3rd spourhouse.com. La Luna Fridays, evening of tapas, Charles R, located on an historic min- 7:30-9:30 p.m. The band features real $39, day-dependent, with discounts for Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. The Singing Winemaker will be holding a live music and wines on the terrace ing road. The creek running along the Jazz from the 1920's, seniors, students and educators. For Towne Center Books, 555 Main Street, series of wine release parties through- of Murrieta's Well on Aug. 3, Sept. tasting room is rumored to still have Preservation Hall Jazz Band, July 7, 8 tickets call 1-800-838-3006, or visit THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 9

LivermoreShakes.org. Two winners will perform as soloists Oklahoma, Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre with the symphony on Feb. 23, 2013. production, weekends July 21 to August Each winner/soloist will be awarded 5. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., $300. Completed applications must Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org be accompanied by an $8 applica- or 373-6800. tion fee and a CD or cassette tape Lamplighters open its 60th Season for preliminary screening. Additional in- with Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Mikado. formation may be obtained from www. The Mikado is a playful tale set in a livamsymph.org or by contacting the make-believe Japanese town where competition chairperson at 447-1947. flirting is a capital offense, The Mikado is actually a satire on Victorian British OPERA society. Nanki-Poo has fallen in love Opera Schedule, Hacienda's Regal with the beautiful Yum-Yum, fiancée Cinema in Dublin: July 11, 6:30 p.m. to the Lord High Executioner Ko-Ko. Offenbach's Less Contes d'Hoffmann; When the Mikado, emperor of Japan, July 18, 6:30 p.m., Donizetti's Lucia Rocky Shore by Dorothy Maestas demands the execution of Ko-Ko, and Di Lammermoor; July 25, 6:30 p.m., Town Overlook by Charlotte Severin Nanki-Poo volunteers to take Ko-Ko’s Strauss's Der Rosenkavalier. place under the condition that he first Opera in the Vineyard, Retzlaff Estate be allowed to marry Yum-Yum, chaos, Wines, July 15, go to www.Livermor- desperation, and comical mayhem eValleyOpera.org, for more information ensue. Bankhead Theater, Livermore. 925-447-8941 and tickets. www. Sat., Aug. 25, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and retzlaffwinery.com 1356.So. Livermore Sun., Aug. 26, 2 p.m. 925-373-6800 or Ave., Livermore. bankheadtheater.org MISCELLANEOUS DANCE Alameda County Fair celebrates its Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn 100th Anniversary: 1912 - 2012, how to dance with great instructors June 20-July 8 (closed Mondays) at from It's All About Dancing, new dance the Alameda County Fairgrounds, every week from Salsa, Tango, Swing Pleasanton. New concert format (one and more. Group lesson starts at 7:30, show nightly at 7pm), and a variety of followed by open dance until 9:45 in distinctive memorabilia chronicling its our new location at the Bothwell Arts 100 year history. Tickets and informa- Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore; 925- tion at www.AlamedaCountyFair.com 449-9292. $15. Celebrate America, Celebrate San Ramon, Wed., July 4, 4 p.m. San Rocks and Fisherman by Arne Kirkewoog IOOF Lodge by Marvin Dalander AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS Ramon Central Park Amphitheater. Valley Concert Chorale will hold audi- Patriotic music by the San Ramon tions by appointment for its upcoming Symphonic Band and the dance band, 'Mendocino Magic' Exhibit Opens at the Livermore Library 2012-2013 concert season on the Pride and Joy. following dates: Monday, August 27; Fireworks in Livermore, Wed., July 4, The public is invited to Bartlett, Steve Barkkarie, The opening reception cation in the Mendocino/Ft. Monday, September 10. Auditions and Las Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill the opening artists' reception Marv Dalander, Kathleen will be held at the Livermore Bragg area. The exhibit will rehearsals will be held at the First Dr., Livermore. 4 p.m. family games, for "Mendocino Magic." Elm, June Ferreri, Helene Civic Center Library, 1188 be open for viewing July 2 Presbyterian Church of Livermore, cor- food and live music. $20 per carload This is an exhibit of plein air Hallett, Daniella Karo, So., Livermore Ave., from to 31 during regular library ner of 4th and L Streets. The Chorale’s in advance and $25 at the gate; $5 49th season will include the music walk-in. Tickets at http://livermore- paintings and photographs Margo Kirkewoog, Arne 1 to 4 p.m. on July 7. hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 to 9; of Gilbert and Sullivan, its December fireworks.org from Mendocino in 2011. Kirkewoog, Dorothy Mae- The exhibit includes wa- Fri. 10 to 6, Sat. 10 to 5 and holiday program including the Cho- Ed Kinney Lecture Series, 7 p.m. An Participating artists are stas, Miranda Mliler, and tercolors, oils, acrylics and Sun. noon to 5. For informa- rale’s annual Sing-it-Yourself Messiah, Evening with Bonnie and Clyde, Tues., Charlotte Severin, Bonnie Justin Trent. photographs created on lo- tion, call 373-5500. Durufle’s Requiem, Lauridsen’s Lux July 10. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Aeterna, and finally Beethoven’s Ninth Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. $10 Symphony with the Livermore Amador general admission, $5 members & Symphony at the Bankhead Theater seniors, $3 students/teachers with 'Bard and Bravo' Theme for Summer Performances in downtown Livermore. The Chorale ID. All tickets are paid at the door. All is seeking experienced singers with tickets are open seating. Information Livermore Shakespeare Wine Bar for wine and small novative feature offered is seniors, students, and edu- sight-reading skills who enjoy singing www.museumonmain.org or (925) Festival and Livermore Val- plates. “Arias a la carte." Famous cators. For more informa- exciting and challenging music. The 462-2766. ley Opera are teaming up to Next, wrap up the week- arias, ordered from a menu, tion, visit www.Livermore- Chorale performs a wide variety of Tiaras, Tutus, Top Hats and Tails, July present, "Bard and Bravo." end by attending Livermore can be purchased to be sung Shakes.org. Tickets are on music ranging from classical to con- 11, 2012 - 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown Celebrate Shakespeare’s Valley Opera’s Opera in the at your table or directed to sale through Brown Paper temporary, and folk to jazz. To schedule Livermore. Shopping specials and a friend. It has proven to be Tickets at 1-800-838-3006 an appointment, call (925) 462-4205. wine tasting. Livermore Downtown Inc. Associates’ 10th Anni- Vineyard performance of Livermore-Amador Symphony at (925) 373-1795 or email lms@ versary of Shakespeare in selected arias from their up- very entertaining. or via www.Livermore- Association applications for the livermoredowntown.com. the Vineyard by attending coming season at 5 pm Sun- Hamlet and The Merry Shakes.org. 40th annual Competition for Young Dublin An All-American Anniversary, their production of William day, July 15. Opera in the Wives of Windsor run in See http://livermore- Musicians deadline is Sun., Oct. 7, 30th anniversary of the city's incorpo- Shakespeare’s The Tragedy Vineyard takes place next partial rep July 12 through shakes.org/ for more infor- 2012. Open to instrumentalists and ration. Sat., July 21, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. of Hamlet, Prince of Den- door at Retzlaff Vineyards, August 12. Performances mation on Livermore Shake- vocalists who reside or attend school in Dublin Heritage Park and Museums, mark at 7:30 pm Saturday, where you can again bring are Thursdays, Fridays and speare Festival and http:// Livermore, Sunol, Pleasanton, Dublin, 6600 Donlon Way. All-American foods, Saturdays at 7:30 pm and or San Ramon. Students are eligible such as hot dogs, root beer, ice cream July 14. Performed at Con- your own picnic, or purchase www.livermorevalleyopera. Sundays at 7 pm. Tickets com/ for information on through grade 12. If not enrolled in and apple pie; family activities, Music cannon Vineyard, bring a gourmet pizza from Soleil range from $25 to $39, day- high school, the maximum age is 17. of America including a performance by Livermore Valley Opera. picnic or visit the Underdog Wood Fired Pizza. An independent with discounts for All instruments will be considered. local singers. 556-4500. 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012

Lab Receives Five Awards for Technologies with Commercial Potential Lawrence Livermore Na- forts at commercialization • Snowflake Power Di- face velocities typically tional Laboratory research- of emerging technologies. vertor for nuclear fusion re- collected four channels of ers have won five awards for In winning an R&D 100 actors: Moving away from a velocimetry data, and used their efforts in developing Award, developers often fossil-fuel-based electricity extrapolation, assumptions breakthrough technologies find the push their product supply is critical to sustain and models to determine with commercial potential. needs to find success in the natural resources, reduce what was occurring in re- R&D Magazine an- marketplace. carbon emissions and stabil- gions of the experiment that nounced the winners of its This year’s winners in- ity. Magnetic fusion energy were not observed directly. annual R&D 100 Awards, clude: sources, such as doughnut- Scientists David Esquibel sometimes called the • High-performance coat- shaped tokamaks, could be and Howard Bender from “Oscars of Invention” on ings via HVLAD: High a replacement. A remaining National Security Technolo- Wednesday. The awards will Velocity Laser Accelerated key problem for a commer- gies, LLC, with assistance be presented Nov. 1 during a Deposition (known as H-V cial tokamak is distributing from Lawrence Livermore researcher Ted Strand, were black-tie dinner at the Sea- LAD) is a new photonic the hot plasma exhaust of World Conference Center in recently able to record 96 method for producing pro- hundreds of megawatts over channels of data for a frac- Orlando, Fla. tective coatings with ultra- Natalia Zaitseva, an LLNL materials scientist, leads a a sufficiently large wall tion of the original cost, us- The Laboratory served high-strength, explosively team of Livermore researchers that has developed the surface area. Existing tech- ing MPDV. MPDV has been as the principal developer in bonded interfaces. These first plastic material capable of efficiently distinguishing niques magnetically divert used at the Laboratory’s four of the awards, while the coatings prevent corrosion, neutrons from gamma rays, something not thought the heat flux to specially National Ignition Facility fifth award was a joint sub- wear and other modes of possible for the past five decades or so.Photo by Jacqueline designed plates, yet the and has allowed scientists mission. This year’s awards degradation in extreme en- McBride projected power density is at Los Alamos National bring the Lab’s total to 142 vironments. The integrity of well beyond the capability Laboratory and the Nevada since it began competing in the interfacial bond achieved laser amplifiers. Such is the EP) would benefit from of any material. National Security Site to 1978. The U.S. Department with HVLAD enables in- case at the Lab’s Nation- LEOPARD. The system The Snowflake Pow- gather velocimetry data on of Energy labs received a dustrial systems to achieve al Ignition Facility (NIF), also may find use in laser- er Divertor, developed by key national security work at total of 36 awards this year. exceptional reliability and which houses the world’s based machining, surgery, LLNL researcher Dmitri unprecedented density and “I am proud that the service life. This could be most energetic laser. lithography and defense Ryutov along with research- comprehensiveness. Laboratory continues to highly valuable for protect- To enhance the oper- applications. ers at Princeton Plasma receive outstanding recogni- ing the nation’s industrial ability of these laser fa- • Plastic scintillators for Physics Laboratory and tion through the R&D 100 infrastructure from degra- cilities, as well as meet neutron and gamma ray de- the Center for Research in awards,” said Tomas Diaz dation caused by prolonged the requirements of future tection: Ensuring the United Plasma Physics in Swit- de la Rubia, the Lab's dep- exposure to extreme envi- laser-driven fusion power States remains safe from zerland, uses a previously uty director of Science and ronments. plants now under concep- a nuclear or radiological unknown configuration of Technology. "Once again, The HVLAD process, tual design, LLNL engineer attack has motivated the the divertor magnetic field our scientists and engineers developed by Lab research- John Heebner has developed search for more definitive whose shape is reminiscent have succeeded in winning ers Joseph Farmer and Al- LEOPARD -- Laser Energy radiation detection and iden- of a snowflake. The resulting acclaim in a wide range of exander Rubenchik with Optimization by Precision tification technologies. De- magnetic field lines spread research areas. These teams help from Livermore-based Adjustments to the Radiant tecting neutrons and gamma the exhaust over a larger are using their world-class Metal Improvement Com- Distribution. LEOPARD rays, and distinguishing wall area and reduce the capabilities and external pany, is based on one of precisely adjusts a laser one from the other, are key exhaust heat flux to manage- partnerships to help solve Laboratory’s earlier com- beam’s radiant distribution to identifying nuclear sub- able levels. difficult challenges in the mercial success, laser peen- or intensity profile, enabling stances such as uranium • Multiplexed Photonic global interest.” ing. Laser peening is used the beam to extract the maxi- and plutonium and differ- Doppler Velocimeter: The The R&D 100 Awards to dramatically extend the mum amount of energy from entiating them from benign Multiplexed Photonic Dop- have long been a benchmark fatigue life of fan blades in the laser amplifiers while radioactive sources. A team pler Velocimeter (MPDV) of excellence for industry jet engines, steam and gas preserving a high degree of of LLNL researchers, led by is a portable optical velo- sectors as diverse as tele- turbines, as well as the frame reliability among the optical Natalia Zaitseva and Steve cimetry system that simul- communications, high-ener- and wings of aircraft. components. Payne, has developed the taneously measures up to 32 gy physics, software, manu- • Lasers look to LEOP- The system is now fully first plastic material capable discrete surface velocities Pvt. First Class Christian facturing and biotechnology. ARD: The world’s most operational on NIF, where of efficiently distinguish- onto a single digitizer by P. Hewitt (pictured above) For industry leaders, gov- graduated from basic training energetic lasers greatly ben- it saves $5 million annually. ing neutrons from gamma multiplexing signals in fre- and AIT on June 15, 2012. ernment labs and academic efit from operating at the Many other high-power rays, something not thought quency and time. As recently Christian will be stationed at institutions, the awards can maximum energy that can be lasers worldwide (Gemini, possible for the past five as one year ago, scientists Fort Bliss, TX as of July 27, be vital for gauging their ef- safely extracted from their Vulcan, Janus, OMEGA decades or so. measuring shock wave sur- 2012. He is the son of Darrel and Beth Hewitt of Livermore. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012 11

(Organizations wishing to run notices husband took to Patagonia and Antarctica. tions about living with diabetes. Mondays, appointments. The Senior Transportation All American Sports Academy Teams. Come Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, in Bulletin Board, send information to PO The Moorheads spent nine days trekking July 16 through August 27, 10 am at Program supplements existing public and play Bingo and support the kids in the Valley. services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of through national parks in the Chilean and Heritage Estates Livermore. Class is open paratransit services by providing rides via Call 925-606-7777 for more information. a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Bulletin Board or email information to edit- Argentinian parts of Patagonia. Then they to adults of all ages (not just Seniors) with volunteer drivers. Volunteers must have a RELIGION org/ All are welcome. [email protected]. Include name of took a 13-day cruise through Antarctica. pre diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Please call valid driver’s license, a registered vehicle, First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth The deaf community is invited to organization, meeting date, time, place and Adults are invited to this free program on the Alameda County Diabetes Program at carry automobile liability insurance, and Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative worship at First Presbyterian Church in theme or subject. Phone number and contact the second Thursday of each month in the 510-383-5185 to register. Space is limited. have a clear DMV record. Please contact Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional Livermore, where ASL translation will be person should also be included. Deadline is Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic Alameda County Master Gardeners Jennifer Cullen for more information at Service in the Sanctuary and children’s provided every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The 5 p.m. Friday.) Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, are on hand from 9:30 am to 11:30 am on (925) 931-5387 or email: jcullen@ssptv. program. For more information www.fpcl.us church is located on the corner of 4th and Team KC/Livermore Community Livermore. For additional information please the 2nd Saturday of every month to give ad- org. Funding for this program is provided by or 925-447-2078. L streets. Blood Drives, June 29, 1 to 7 p.m. Team call 925 373-5500. vice and guided tours of THE Earth-Friendly Alameda County Transportation Commission Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 KC: Marcel Orthodontics, 2084 Fourth Street Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring Demonstration Garden. Talks start at 10:00. (Alameda CTC) and Measure B Funds. St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for - Livermore; Community Blood Drive: Asbury Club, Sat., June 30, 65 miles from San Ra- Summer topics will be: "Irrigation for Sum- Supportive Services for Veteran 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., United Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave - mon Central Park to Del Valle in Livermore, mer Heat" on June 9; "Keeping the Gardener Families Program offers services to Veteran at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible Livermore. In honor of Korrine Croghan and meet 8:30 am., Alberto Lanzas, 510-825- Healthy: Caring for Knees and Back" on July families, including housing assistance. The worship service. AWANA children's program study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory the lives she continues to touch through the 9581. Sun., July 1, 25-55 miles, start Crank 14; and, "Bouquets of Summer" on August program can offer rental deposit assistance Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call work of Team KC. Schedule an appointment 2 parking lot, meet 9 a.m., Gail Blanco, 11. The Demonstration Garden is located at for those veterans who are ready to move in Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. to donate blood at either of these drives by 872-1001. Wed., July 4, 52 miles Woodside the Martinelli Event Center, 3575 Greenville and simply need move in cost covered. The Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733- to Tunitas Creek, meet 9:30 a.m. Woodside Road in Livermore. program is looking to work with landlords Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and 2767). Appointments can also be scheduled City Hall, Alberto Lanzas, 510-825-9581. Tri-Valley Haven is offering a who will accept rental deposit assistance Information 447-8747. 6 p.m. Sunday school or Bible study for online at redcrossblood.org by using drive- Anyone planning to go on a ride is asked to sexual assault support group for survivors from the program, who can provide a safe Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at specific sponsor codes. Team KC sponsor contact the leader for details on where to of sexual assault on Fridays at 1 pm at their clean apartment complex and landlords Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Information 3:30 p.m. Wednesday nights there is adult code: TEAMKC. Livermore Community Blood meet and what to bring. Livermore community building. The group who are willing to work with Veterans who 931-1055. Bible study at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for Drive sponsor code: ASBURY925 Tom Wootton, Training for Bipolar and will help survivors gain further knowledge may have housing barriers. Reina Brunson, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with youth, and children's choir for kids. Child Become a volunteer literacy tutor Depression talk, Sat., July 14, 2 to 3 p.m. at and understanding of the effects of sexual SSVF Housing Specialist, (510) 358-5866, the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- care during all events. 447-1848, www. and make a real difference in someone’s the Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., assault and help them find support in a [email protected] tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith trinitylivermore.org. life. Over 65 people are waiting for help. A Pleasanton. Free. Open to the public. No safe and confidential environment. This Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas free tutor training workshop will be held at registration required. (415) 992-5315. group aims to support each participant by Support Group meets every fourth Tuesday EastBaySecularJews.org. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following the Livermore Library on Saturday, July 14th, Volunteers Wanted, For over thirty creating an empowering atmosphere where of the month at 10 a.m. in the second First Church of Christ, Scientist, the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 from 9AM-4PM. Once trained, a volunteer years, Tri-Valley Haven, a nonprofit agency, participants can learn new coping skills. To floor conference room at Heritage Estates Livermore, has services at 10 a.m. every p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire can tutor on any day or at any time. To has provided shelter and counseling for sign up for the SA Group or for additional in- Retirement Community. The address is 900 Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages La Scola at 447-9800. register, or for more information, call 373- battered women, survivors of sexual assault, formation, please call Christine at Tri-Valley E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All are welcome. 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The Centerpointe Church, 3410 5507. The READ Project is a service of the and children in the Tri-Valley area. The Haven: 925-667-2707. Contacts are: Sandra Grafrath 443-6655 or church and reading room are located at Cornerstone Court, Pleasanton. Services: Livermore Public Library. Haven is looking for dedicated enthusiastic 15th Annual Pooch Parade will take Lee Parlett 292-9280. Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, 9 a.m. blended-style with choir and band, Grief workshop, bi-monthly meetings, volunteers who are interested in training to place on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 in Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All which is open to the public, features books, family worship. 10:30 a.m. contemporary St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge be sexual assault, crisis line, or legal clinic downtown Pleasanton at Lions Wayside Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military CDs and magazines for sale. For informa- led by band, Sunday School for children and Dr. Pleasanton. Second and fourth Thursdays advocates. The Haven’s 65-hour domestic Park, corner of First and Neal Streets. support organization based in Livermore. tion, call (925) 447-2946. middle-schoolers. www.centerpointechurch. at 7:30 PM. June 14, 2011 through August violence and sexual assault volunteer train- This event runs in conjunction with the S.A.M. has been in operation since January Sunset Community Church, 2200 Ar- org; 925-846-4436. 23, 2012. No pre-registration is necessary. ing course will begin on Tuesday, July 17, "1st Wednesday Street Party" sponsored 2004. It is dedicated to the continued royo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 1040 These sessions are open to all, regardless of 2012. Classes will be held every Tuesday by the Pleasanton Downtown Association. support of deployed troops. Preparation at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children's church Florence Rd., Livermore. Sunday service at religious affiliation. Please call Mary Hagerty and Thursday evening until September Registration and judging begins at 5:30 p.m. of comfort packages takes place every provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday 10 a.m. For details please see our website at 925-846-5377 for more information. 27, 2012. Volunteers who successfully with dog tricks performing at 6:30 p.m. and other week - all year long. Providing morale of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night at www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. Leo Ar- Widowed Men and Women of North- complete the training will be certified and the parade begins at 7 p.m. Winners and support for those deployed. All information program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, rowsmith at 456-0845. ern CA., fair horse races/Temptations show, required to volunteer one shift per month raffle numbers will be announced at 7:45 provided is confidential and is not shared call 447-6282. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 July 5, 11:30 a.m., RSVP by July 2 to Athene, for one year. Volunteers must be 21 years p.m. Enter a pooch, any size, 4 months or for security purposes. To submit a name Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on 846-0111. General meeting/birthday lunch of age or older. Volunteer applications and older, in any or all of the seven categories and address, inquire about donations or Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Chil- in Castro Valley, July 8, 12:30 p.m. RSVP by advocacy descriptions can be found at for great prizes. The entry fee is $10.00 per helping, please visit www.operationsam.org, more. Information, 447-8840. dren’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 July 1 to Bert, 510-582-7524. Breakfast/ www.trivalleyhaven.org . Contact Stacey category. All proceeds benefit the Tri-Valley email [email protected] or call Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, a.m. All are most welcome to come and lunch in San Ramon, July 12, noon, RSVP at 925-449-5845 ext. 2711 or stacey@ Guide Dog Puppy Raisers. All donations are 925 443-7620 for more information and the 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. worship with us and to enjoy our hospitality. by July 9, Marsha, 830-8483. Lunch in trivalleyhaven.org for more information and tax deductible. For complete details and to calendar of events. 8:30 a.m. worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. For more information call the church office Livermore, July 14, 11:30 a.m., RSVP by to schedule a pre-training interview. download a registration form, go to www. VFW Post 7265, Livermore, invites adult Bible study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. 925-462-4802. July 11, Janet, 443-3317. Lunch in Dublin, Session 2 of enGAGE! Summer trivalleyguidedogs.org Veterans of Foreign Wars, all military worship (informal). For information, call St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, July 15, noon, RSVP by July 12, Marge, 828- Enrichment Camp begins Monday, July Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous branches, to join the group. Any age veteran 925-447-1246. 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Services on 5124. Happy hour in Pleasanton, July 19, 2 and continues through Friday, July 13, (FA) is a free Twelve Step recovery program welcome to meetings held 1st and 3rd Asbury United Methodist Church, Sunday at 9:30 a.m. For more information 5 p.m., RSVP by July 17, Kathy, 398-8005. 2012. The program is for students who have for anyone suffering from food obsession, Mondays, 522 South L St., Livermore. Ca- 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. call the church office at (925) 447-3289 or Friendly bridge, July 21, 1 p.m., RSVP by July completed 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. Tuition overeating, under-eating or bulimia. For maraderie, support, connections, advocacy, Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. SaintBartsLivermore.com. 14, Harriett, 447-8229. Lunch in Dublin, July of $185 includes 2 courses. On-line registra- more information or a list of additional distinction and community service. Meetings Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church 26, noon, RSVP by July 23, David, 833-7647. tion is available at www.engagethegifted. meetings throughout the U.S. and the world, on the 1st Monday begin at 7:30 p.m. and Services 10:30 a.m. 545 N. L Street follows the traditional 1928 Book of Com- Lunch in Livermore, July 29, 12:30 p.m., org. Summer Enrichment Camp is at Harvest call 781-932-6300 or visit: www.foodad- on the 3rd Monday at 8 p.m. Information, Livermore. (925) 447-4357 - www.calva- mon Prayer. 193 Contractors Avenue, Liver- RSVP by July 26, Ruby, 462-9636. Park Middle School, 4900 Valley Avenue, dicts.org. call 455-5039. rylivermore.org. more. Sunday service at 10 a.m. Sunday Birthright of Livermore Support Pleasanton, CA. Hours are 8:00 AM – 12:00 Internet use classes, Pleasanton Community Resources for Indepen- St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 school provided. For information, contact Fr. Services, looking for office volunteers to PM, Monday – Thursday. There will be no Library, four-class series to learn to surf the dent Living (CRIL) offers services to help North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services Ben Brown at 925/906-9561. assist clients weekly on Tuesdays 10-2 (or class on Wednesday, July 4. The make-up Internet and send emails. Absolute begin- people with disabilities and supports them on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 Mondays), and substitutes for all days. Also day will be Friday, July 13. GAGE (Gatehouse ners are welcome. Classes are held at 9:00 to live independently and participate in their Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday East Avenue, Livermore, worship service looking for a publicity chairman, volunteer Academy for Gifted Education, Inc.) is a am on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. community for as long as they are willing school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are wel- secretary, and new Board Members from the nonprofit organization dedicated to providing Registration is required. Reserve a spot at and able to do so. CRIL maintains offices in at 7 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 come. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) business or clergy community. To discuss engaging, intellectually stimulating, chal- the Reference Desk, or call 925/931-3400, Hayward, Fremont and Livermore to provide p.m. 449-3824. Unity of Tri-Valley Church, 9875 a variety of volunteer opportunities, please lenging and creative learning opportunities. extension 7. Call Merry Luskin at 925/931- information and referrals and provide United Christian Church, celebrating Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley. More room call John M. Kupski evenings or weekends at Dress a Girl Around the World Sew 3400 x 25 for information. 400 Old Bernal community education at senior centers and 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. for all the new classes, small groups, new 606-8230 (or Thursday evenings 6-9 pm at Fest: Saturday, July 21, 2012, 9am – 3pm, Ave., Pleasanton. Library programs are free affordable housing complexes to residents at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday children's and teen programs, and Sunday 449-5887). Birthright offers free pregnancy St. Michael Hall, 300 block of Maple Street, and open to all. of Southern Alameda County. The Tri-Valley morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program services (at 10 a.m.). All are welcome. Rev. tests, guidance, adoption and medical Livermore. Please bring sewing machine and Vendors sought, Livermore Lions Clubs office is located at 3311 Pacific Avenue, on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The Harriet Hawkins, minister. (925) 829-2733. referrals, baby and maternity clothing, and creative imagination to help sew over 200 Christmas Boutique is November 3, 2012 Livermore 94550 and can be reached by community is welcome. United CC is an www.trivalleyunity.com Check out Unity of Tri more. Those in need of services, please visit dresses in a single day for girls in developing and vendors are needed. Quality handmade phone at (925) 371-1531, by FAX at (925) Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 Valley on Facebook. our Livermore office at 1520 Catalina Ct., countries. Also people needed to setup, (or hand embellished) items are accepted. 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril.tamayo@ for more information. Little Brown Church, United Church or call us at 449-5887. Open M-Tu-W-F, 10 clean up, iron, snip, sort, fetch and carry. The boutique is a major fund-raiser for the cril-online.org. All services are free. Bible Study, offered Wednesdays, 7:30 of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 am-2 pm and Thurs. 6-9 pm. 1-800-550- Donations of colorful pillowcases and cotton Lions Club. Rental fees are used to support Good News Bears, nonprofit with a to 8:30 PM at the Church of Jesus Christ of a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. 4900 Hotline is staffed 24 hours a day. All fabrics appreciated. For more informa- eye and hearing programs here in our mThe Bingo Ranch, 3070 Pacific Ave. in Latter-day Saints, 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz, littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 Birthright services are free and confidential. tion, please contact Suzanne Slupesky: community. For applications please call Joan Livermore and is open Mondays, Wednesday, Pleasanton. Refreshments served at no cost. Pathway Community Church, 6533 www.birthright.org [email protected], 925-352-8447. at 925-980-2628. Single or double tables Thursday, Friday and Saturdays. Buenas 925-305-9468. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Armchair Travelers, a monthly Free Diabetes Self-Management are available ($55 &$80). Price reduced for Vidas Youth Ranch has been running Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, program, will take place at the Livermore Classes, 6 to 7 week series will teach you non-profit organizations. Bingo for 16 years and is now working with non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday adult programs. Biblically based practical Civic Center Library on Thurs., July 12, how to manage your diabetes with exercise, Senior Support Program of the Livermore Charter, Christensen, Arroyo Seco, school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 messages, nondenominational. All are from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Jane Moorhead will healthy eating (including the foods you love) Tri-Valley is looking for Volunteer Drivers East Avenue, Livermore High and Granada a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. share photographs of the trip she and her and medications, and answer all your ques- to transport seniors to their medical High schools, Pleasanton Seahawks and Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 org (925) 829-4793 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2012

Three-hundred-and-seven- ty-six students received bachelor’s degrees after completing study in one of George Fox’s 41 undergraduate bachelor’s degrees or its adult degree programs. Another 324 students received a master’s degree or a doctorate after completing study in one of the university’s graduate programs or in its seminary. Livermore resident James Brown earned a BA in Library Honors Volunteers Cinema and Media Commu- nication Production. He is the Jenifer Dever has been task of becoming a “Paws son of Keith and Jeanne Brown. chosen as the Livermore to Read” Volunteer as well, The following students were Public Library’s Volunteer compiling lists of contact Jenifer Dever (center) is pictured with Supervising Librarian Gary named to the Dean's List at the of the Year. information on attendees University of Memphis for Jenifer Dever has been and contacting families to Bill Leach, pictured with Friends of Myer and Assistant Library the spring 2012 semester: Shi a volunteer “Adult Listener” remind them of the program. the Livermore Library President, Director Tamera LeBeau. Feng and Jeffery Haugen, both of Dublin. The Dean's List is for the Livermore Public Jenifer has been an outstand- Janice Diane, was chosen by the Library Summer Reading ing volunteer in support composed of students who have Friends of the Livermore Library 12 or more earned hours in either Program for a number of of Youth Services at the as their Volunteer of the Year the fall or spring semester, with years. In this capacity, she Livermore. a minimum grade point average has listened to children re- Peg Scott has been cho- (GPA) of 3.5 of a 4.0 scale for port on books they have read sen as the Livermore READ that semester. for the Summer Reading Project’s Volunteer of the es. Students immediately unteer of the Year. Shortly Program in both the Rincon Year. Peg Scott first joined signed up, the READ Project after becoming a Bookstore Boston University awarded and Civic Center libraries. the READ Project in April trained Heritage Estates resi- academic degrees to 6,098 stu- volunteer, Bill took over dents in May 2012. Receiving In the spring of 2011, she of 2006. She began tutoring dents as volunteer tutors and the job of managing the degrees were Leslie D. Carano, took on the additional re- at the Livermore Library, but tutoring began there in April Friends’ two satellite stores, Master of Science in Computer sponsibility of becoming the she didn’t stop there. She 2008. Peg continues to over- one at the Starbucks on Information Systems; Adrian E. Library’s Summer Reading was determined to bring the see the program at Heritage Airway Boulevard and the House, Master of Arts in Medi- Program Assistant, help- READ Project to the Heri- Estates, and she currently other at the Panama Red cafe cal Science. Boston University ing with a wide variety of tage Estates complex where supervises 18 tutors who is the fourth largest independent downtown. He has done university in the United States, tasks—including counting she lived. Peg saw a need work with 27 students. She an excellent job, raising with an enrollment of more than and sorting prizes, creat- for English education among is constantly coordinating income from these stores, 29,000 students in its 17 schools ing hundreds of packets of the kitchen and houseclean- with management, recruit- reorganizing the shelves, and colleges. The university of- flyers for distribution to ing staff and she knew that ing tutors, pairing up tutors surveying the customers to Peg Scott fers an exceptional grounding in Livermore schools, entering her fellow residents had time and students and monitoring find out what kinds of books the liberal arts, a broad range of statistical data, and more. to volunteer. Peg single- the tutoring sessions. At the programs in the arts, sciences, interest them and providing engineering, and professional She also joined the Li- mindedly pursued her idea same time she continues to detailed, up-to-date reports and energetic volunteer who areas, and state-of-the-art facili- brary’s Craft Volunteers and after numerous dis- work with her student at the to the Friends’ Board. He is very well-liked by all with ties for teaching and research. team in 2011, preparing cussions with the Heritage Livermore Library. While also researches book prices whom he interacts. materials for craft programs, Estates management it was all the tutors at Heritage de- online for the more valu- For further information The University of Wyoming helping children and parents agreed that any kitchen or serve recognition, Peg Scott able donations, helps out at about volunteer opportuni- accorded degrees upon the fol- during craft programs, and housekeeping staff person is the driving force behind the Friends’ Monthly Sales ties at the Livermore Public lowing students from California helping with setup and take- who wanted to improve his/ the program there. at the completion of the 2012 and moves boxes of books Library, visit http://www. spring semester. Janice Correll down before and after craft her English skills would be Bill Leach was chosen to and from the Bookstore livermorelibrary.net and Potts of Livermore received events. In the fall of 2012, given an hour off (with pay) by the Friends of the Liver- and storeroom. Bill is a under the “How Do I” tab, a BA. she took on the additional each week to attend class- more Library as their Vol- wonderfully enthusiastic click “Volunteer."

Pacific Medical, Inc. Locates in Livermore Bay Area Development Livermore. ucts, which it supplied to Pacific Medical distributes $56 million last year. saves Petlansky thousands Company announces that it Founded in 1987 by John Pacific Medical. In 2006, medical equipment and or- When the SBA intro- of dollars each month which has completed 504 funding Petlansky, Pacific Medical, the company purchased a thotics for rehabilitation, duced its mortgage refi- he is able to reinvest into for Pacific Medical, Inc. Inc. initially served as an location in Tracy, CA with arthroscopic surgery and nancing program, Petlansky the growth of his company. in Livermore. The project exclusive distributor for an SBA loan through Bay sports medicine. The com- worked with Joe Lampe, Lampe worked with Cali- allowed the medical de- Donjoy Orthopedics. In Area Development and in pany serves hospitals, medi- Senior Vice President at Bay fornia Bank & Trust and vices company to refinance 2002 the company created 2007 purchased a second cal clinics, surgery centers Area Development, to take estimates that ten new jobs the mortgage on its 27,300 an affiliate, Top Shelf Manu- location in Tracy, again with and universities throughout advantage of the program’s will be created as a result of square foot facility located facturing, Inc., to develop its an SBA loan through Bay California, Washington and long terms and low inter- refinancing the company’s at 1264 Stealth Street in own line of medical prod- Area Development. Today, Oregon, and sales reached est rates. The refinancing Livermore location.