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N Seas and Seagull Market Crime Prevention Council for E A D early morning April 1. Local resi- years of loitering, possible drug dent Krista Gulbransen described activity, and underage patronage what she saw after watching the at the Seven Seas. It became a morning television news: “The priority for Problem Solving helicopter view showed that the Officer Anne Pierce and Neigh- majority of damage appeared to borhood Services Coordinator be in the back at a tiny structure Renee Sykes, who worked with off the back of the bar. When our office and local residents to I drove by later in the morning, report suspicious activity around I could see the Seagull Market’s the bar to the city’s Drug Hotline doors wide open and what and to work with Carolyn Ortler appeared to be significant of the City Attorney’s office to smoke and water damage.” build a case.” Seven Seas was set to close on The City Attorney’s office April 1 after the Department of shared its findings with ABC, Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) which spent four months on an revoked its state liquor license. undercover investigation that Seagull Market lost its liquor resulted in two arrests for stolen license in January. The property goods in November. “Those ar- will permanently lose its land use rests resulted in criminal charges status allowing alcohol sales. Any and constituted the tipping point new business selling alcohol will in the litigation,” Ortler explained. require a Conditional Use Permit continued on page 6

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C enacted tax increases beyond tax revenue funds previously 2009-10, and grant the Gover- approved by voters for new n a special statewide elec- nor the ability to reduce cer- mental health services to tion on May 19, California tain types of spending with- instead cover existing mental voters will be asked to I out legislative approval. health programs formerly weigh in on six propositions 1A would also revise how funded by the General Fund. that would change the State’s the State’s budget reserve Proposition 1F (Elected budgeting process. These works. Official Salaries) would propositions were placed Proposition 1B (Education amend the Constitution to on the ballot as part of the Funding) would mandate prohibit salary increases for State budget deal reached supplemental payments to the governor, members of in February. schools and community the Legislature, and other Proposition 1A (Rainy colleges in 2011-12 to make elected officials when the Day/Budget Stabilization up for shortfalls in recent state is running a deficit. Neighbors rally to send Jasiri Gibson to Washington. Front row, l. to r., Pastor Fund) would establish a budgets. This Proposition can According to the official Ron Thompson; Jasiri holding Prayer Tower check for $300; Terry Kulka; a representative of I.I.F.F. Local 55 presenting their donation of $900; Deputy Fire only pass if 1A is approved. State Voter Guide, the 2009-10 Chief Emon Usher. Back row, Jasiri’s mother and firefighters look on. Proposition 1C (Lottery State budget relies on access When Jeanne Nixon brought Modernization Act) would to approximately $6 billion Jasiri to the Melrose High Hopes change aspects of State lottery to be generated by Proposi- Horace Mann Student to Beat 27X Neighborhood Crime operations and allow the tions 1C, 1D, and 1E. If these Prevention Council meeting in State to borrow against future propositions do not pass, March, Pastor Ron Thompson lottery profits. the legislature will need to Attend National Conference and Deputy Fire Chief Emon Proposition 1D (Children’s agree on further spending Usher were so impressed Services Funding) would cuts, tax increases, or other B Y M ETRO S TAFF home. Jasiri, one of five Oakland they pledged to raise funds temporarily redirect tobacco measures to bring the budget Unified School District students for Jasiri’s trip. District Four tax revenue funds, previously into balance. or a while, it looked as to be selected, was nominated Councilmember Jean Quan also approved by voters for special You must be registered though Jasiri Gibson, a fifth- by his teacher, Geremy Stricker, put Jasiri’s story on her weekly child development (First Five) to vote by May 4 to partici- Fgrade student at Horace for his academic performance newsletter, and reader Terry programs, to instead cover pate in the May 19 election. Mann Elementary School who (straight As) and leadership Kulka offered Jasiri her frequent existing children’s programs For more information, go earned the right to attend the potential. But although the flyer miles. Together with funds formerly funded by the to: http://ca.lwv.org/lwvc/ Junior National Young Leaders honor was his, he still had to raised by Jasiri’s mother through General Fund. edfund/elections/2009may/ Conference in Washington D.C. come up with the funds for bake sales, one cookie at a time, Proposition 1E (Mental index.html and http:// this summer, would have to stay airfare and program tuition. Jasiri will be taking that trip. Health Funding) would www.voterguide.sos.ca.gov/.

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St., near the flag pole, in the Vet- erans Burial Plot. HOT NUMBERS Letters The program includes the ad- Friends of Sausal Creek vancement of Colors, lowering PUBLIC AGENCIES to the the flag to half-staff, the Pledge of ABAT—the Alcoholic 777-8670 Hess. Megan has been working Allegiance, reading of the history BY PATRICIA BACCHETTI,BOARD PRESIDENT Beverage Action Team Editor with Save the Bay in a similar of Memorial Day, and a fireman's Graffiti hotline 238-4703 capacity and has jumped into bell ringing ceremony in lieu of a Abandoned cars 238-6030 The New Look of the Friends two jobs with admirable skill. Memorial Day program rifle salute. This is done in honor O.P.D. Non-emergency 777-3333 will be conducted by Farewells, welcomes, and new She is filling the Restoration of all Veterans who fought for Animal control 535-5602 members of East Oakland this country and now are at rest beginnings have been part of the Manager’s position that Kathren A Beat Health (drugs) 777-8630 Post 471, American Legion, as- at Evergreen Cemetery. It is also life of Friends of Sausal Creek Murrell Stevenson held for two sisted by Boy Scouts of America in memory of the first respond- (FOSC) in the last few months. We years, as well as filling in for Nurs- Crime Stoppers 238-6946 Troop 305, and by JROTC Units ers, the police and firefighters of fondly bid farewell to our Execu- ery Manager Molly Bolt until July. Drug Hotline 238-DRUG of Oakland High School, Skyline this city, who risk their lives pro- tive Director (ED) of the last four Kathren has gone on to teach at Public Works 615-5566 High, and Castlemont High. The tecting us. years, Sara Marcellino, who has Mills College, yet remains a Friend. Truancy Tip Line 879-8172 program will take place in at 11 Best Wishes, taken a job at a larger nonprofit in Congratulations, Kathren, for a job Noise Hotline: 238-6777 a.m. on May 25, 2009 in Ever- Robert Cacy, East Oakland Post Oakland that promotes green mass well done at FOSC, and we wish (Oakland CEDA, green Cemetery, 6450 Camden 471 Adjutant transit. Congratulations, Sara— you success in your new position. property complaint line) we are going to miss you and your Finally, congratulations to Molly C.O.R.E. 238-6351 (Citizens of Oakland wonderful guidance and friend- and Crow Bolt on the birth of their Respond to Emergencies) ship of these last four years. But Redwood Heights first son, Rowan Khalil, on April City Tree Unit 615-5850 that allows me to welcome our 9. We’re all looking forward to Oaklanders Assistance 444-CITY Neighborhood News new ED, Kimra McAfee, into the Rowan’s first FOSC workday. Center can direct you to Friends fold. Kimra grew up in The Board of Directors has the appropriate governmental Southern California, attended added some new energy as well. services in Oakland. B Y D ENISE D AVILA Day events in Redwood Heights Cal, and went on to get a Master’s Jill Sunahara, Krisztian Varsa, PRIVATE AGENCIES neighborhood on Saturday, April Degree in Geography from San and Paul Frank joined the Board A Safe Place 536-7233 18. More people get involved every (domestic violence) It’s Picnic Time! Francisco State University. Kimra, three months ago. Their enthusi- year. This year was no exception. her husband, and two young asm and expertise in planning, East Bay Community 548-2377 The Redwood Heights (RH) Picnic If you haven’t had the chance to daughters live in Albany. Her environmental regulation, and en- Mediation (neighborhood disputes) begins at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May visit some of the green spaces in 2 at the RH Recreation Center and calm demeanor, enthusiasm gineering are welcome additions. Redwood Heights, take a stroll for environmental causes, and In the last two years, we’ve Park. Enjoy a great dance band and over to McCrea Park on Carson St., fantastic food right in the neighbor- leadership skills will help to been successful in securing money Avenue Terrace Park on Jordan Rd., guide us forward with confidence. to (almost) complete a Watershed hood. The RH Neighborhood Asso- Peralta Creek on Rettig Ave., or ciation (RHNA) is partnering with We also want to welcome our Assessment Plan; put up a safe, the grounds at the RH Recreation the RH School Dads’ Club to present new Restoration Manager, Megan continued on page 7 Center on Aliso. Thanks again to ISSN 1091-1111 this annual event. Dads’ Club mem- everybody who pitched in. bers will do what they do best: work Managing Editor Sheila D’Amico the grills and feed hungry picnic- Annual Block Sale goers. The RHNA will provide mu- Copy Editors Mark your calendar for Saturday, Anne Fox sic and entertainment for all ages. June 5. Neighbors in the vicinity GARY YEE Emily Doskow Diane Stone It’s like a concert in the park with of Avenue Terrace Park on Jordan

COURTESY Finances/Bookkeeping something for everyone. All are Road will host the annual block sale. welcome. Invite your family, friends, Reuben Goldberg A springtime tradition for more than and, of course, your neighbors. Advertising Manager thirty years, the block sale is a great Krista Gulbransen The menu includes hamburgers, time to network with neighbors, Art Director cheeseburgers, hot dogs, veggie make new friends, enjoy great food, Andreas Jones options, chips, potato salad, bever- and, of course, shop for bargains. Word Processing ages, and more. Tickets are just Baby Djojonegoro Don’t miss the RHNA station at $5 per person. Seniors receive com- Photography Jordan and Redwood Road. All pro- plimentary tickets. All proceeds sup- Nick Lostracco ceeds from RHNA sales go to support Jody Berke port the RHS Dads’ Club projects. Bryan Farley For more information, send an community activities and projects that bring neighbors together. If you Distribution email to: [email protected]. Gary Yee with hosts “Humour” Chen and “King” Du in Henan Province, China. open position—volunteers needed would like to donate goods to sell Mailing Green and Grateful at the RHNA booth to benefit the Gloria Wilmer A big thank you goes out to all of the community, please send an email WANTED FOR Calendar neighbors who volunteered for Earth to [email protected]. Marilyn Green “The Metro Gets Around”: Friends and Money Honeys Gloria Wilmer photos of you reading the MacArthur Metro in interesting places Editor Emeritus for our photo display in the June/July issue. Toni Locke Send print photos to MacArthur Metro, P.O. Box 19046, Oakland, CA 94619. If you want your photo returned, include Board of Directors a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Reuben Goldberg Send digital photos in JPEG format (1280x960, or 4 x 6 inch Marcia Henry at 200 pixels/inch or higher resolution) to Andreas at Brian Holmes [email protected]. Some lower-resolution photos will Judith Offer Ernest Villafranca work, as well as other formats, so e-mail any questions to the Bart Wright same address. Please include your name and phone number. Also include A special thanks to all the names of the persons in the photo, where the photo was residents, associations, and taken, and the name of the photographer. merchants for their support. Also, a special thanks to all volunteer writers, artists, photographers, and distributors. Printing by Wesco Graphics, Inc., How to Reach Tracy, California, (209) 832-1000. the Metro Opinions expressed in the MacArthur Editor: Metro are those of the contributors metroreaders@ earthlink.net and do not necessarily reflect the views held by the publication. Community Calendar: ©2009 by the MacArthur Metro, [email protected] or P.O. Box 19046, Oakland, CA 94619, 531-9233 www.macarthurmetro.org, Classified or Display ads: (510) 287-2655. [email protected] IWTEOMGPATFHITA or 287-2655 or mail to: We welcome your MacArthur Metro, P.O. Box news and ads; 19046, Oakland, CA 94619 deadline the 15th. Letters may be edited for length or clarity. Please include name, address and phone number. We Publication in the do not print anonymous letters. first week of each No email, no stamps? month except Leave a message on voice To contribute by credit card, go to www.macarthurmetro.org. Click on Network for Good. mail 287-2655. January and July. 3 May 2009

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group’s peak in numbers, no home D B Y G ORDON L AVERTY A could hold them, and they had to Jasiri Gibson, Young Leader pring has sprung and summer’s meet in nearby churches and Jasiri Gibson goes to Horace Mann just around the corner. What meeting halls. At the same time, A straight A student and a leader too a beautiful time of year in our other neighborhoods throughout The OUSD chose him to attend Sneighborhood! All you have Oakland also had their own garden A conference of young leaders in DC to do is walk or drive on any of clubs, as gardening was hugely our streets, and in seconds you popular as a hobby and pastime. He asked the NCPC to help out can see that many of us love garden- It was so popular, in fact, that And there he found the funding that he sought ing. There are so many beautiful once a year The Oakland Spring From Firefighters, Local 55, yards, landscaped and maintained Garden Show was held at The His neighbors and the Prayer Tower Church. Auditorium, now Henry J. Kaiser with loving care, that it’s hard to We wish him luck; we’ll tell of his adventures keep count. And in Leona Heights Convention Center, and all of the When he comes back from Washington D.C. this is nothing new but more like garden clubs came together to see Robin Duhe (Bass), Rich Arguello (Drums) and Glen a tradition. what each was doing and what the Jazz Vespers High Street Presbyterian Church Peterson (Keyboard) play at Jazz on High Street. Back in 1960, the Leona Heights local nurseries had to offer. It was Garden Club was established by a glorious time in our neighbor- Two basses, sax, a keyboard and the drums At six we’ll eat and share ideas about Jean Gutfeld, a long-time resident of hood. Every neighbor, with one Were silhouetted in the setting sun A way to work together to achieve the neighborhood who lived at the or two exceptions, had a yard and As Robin Duhe led his jazz quintet. The Maxwell Park we all hope to create corner of Mountain View Ave. and garden that was a work of art. And The melody jumped round from bass to sax The place we want to live and raise our kids. Leona St. near Rusting. Jean, along every few days, you could see folks The Reverend Linda Gruel spoke of change with four other women, including out in their yards keeping them The Summer Program at the Boys & Girls Club She quoted Gandhi: be what you would wish. my wife, Margie, were members of up. Gardening, then as now, en- You’ll get a discount if you register the Leona Heights Improvement abled neighbors to see each other She traced the history of Melrose village— A place of windmills and of dairy farms Before June 12th: Association at the time, and, having and enjoy a feeling of community. Come spend the summer here In these days where personal this common interest in gardening, Phoebe Hearst donated funds and asked From June 15th till August 21st finances and crime have been decided to spin off their own group. Young Julia Morgan to design the church You’re welcome if you’re six to seventeen. foremost on people’s minds, getting The little group that loved garden- The same church where we listened to hot jazz A one-year membership is $50: back to simple things like taking ing grew and grew to over 40 mem- And munched on shrimp and sushi and dessert. There’s sports and recreation, arts and crafts, bers. Originally, they met in each care of a garden is a welcome dis- And a special room reserved for Oakland’s teens. other’s homes to talk about land- traction, therapy for the mind and Pete Yellin comes the 31st of May scaping and gardening, but near the continued on page 4 To charm us with his wondrous alto sax The Turkey: a little saga Since moving from New York—2006!— I saw a turkey walk on El Camille He’s played and taught all up and down the Bay (A number of you saw this sturdy bird) NATs Need You Without a leash and no one by his side He walked with dignity towards 55th ! Please mark your calendars for May 14th At Melrose Leadership Academy At the Vigil for the Four Officers On Brann. Six white doves fly off We hope that you will come and be Till the sky holds nothing but A member of a Neighborhood Action Team. The helicopter You’ll find that NATs are suited to all tastes: Mostly written in blankety-blank verse. Design a park, calm traffic, banish blight, ——————————————————— Build our community, support our schools, If you would reach me, write to this address: Neighborhood Watch, plan for emergencies [email protected].

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B Y P AT P ATTERSON Audrey Rosenberg, James Moore, Action Team reports were provided. Paula Lewis, Bonnie Henriquez, Mosaic in the Park axwell Park activities or yours truly at [email protected]. reflect the wonderful Maxwell Community Park mosaic MPNC M diversity of the area. team continues their work and went People continue to build and im- The April MPNC meeting before the Parks & Recreation Advi- prove our Oakland communities. addressed community policing sory Committee with drawings and I saw the following bumper sticker: issues, including the crime statis- proposals. They obtained permission “The people who make change are tics, provided by our Problem to proceed with mosaic designs on the ones who just show up.” Here Solving Officer, Keith Clement. the park’s bathroom exterior. Special are just a few verbal snapshots Krista provided the 2009 priorities, thanks to community members who of people showing up: including truancy, illegal activities attended this important presentation in the park, and stray/potentially and spoke in favor of the project, Allendale Avenue Home Alert— dangerous dogs. She honored the including the John and Julie Ward 30-Year Anniversary fallen officers and Oakland Police family, Laura Nicodemus, Gail I’m proud to report that Allendale Department through the distribu- Murphy, Roberto Acosta, Susan Ave.’s Neighbor Network is in its tion of ribbons and announcement Scholnick, and Krista Keim for 30th official year, and we continue of fundraising for a memorial. design boards. Bonnie Henriquez, to forge ahead to strengthen our Jan Hetherington announced co-chair said: “The mosaic project neighborhood-watch concept. an Organ Donation campaign, will change the look of the bath- The work may be hard, but the inspired by Officer Hege’s life-giv- rooms and bring color and art to recipe is simple: we use a pinch ing contributions. Go to http:// the park. A design competition pro- of technology—Internet, the fastest maxwellparknc.com and click “Do- vided great neighborhood input, and way to get the word out to our nate Life California” to be counted we selected several designs to be in- folks—and we add several big in Maxwell Park’s campaign. cluded in the final project. The next cups of good old-fashioned reach- Councilmember Desley Brooks step will be to present designs before ing over the fence and saying to spoke on city reports and budgets, the Oakland Arts Advisory Council neighbors: “Hello, how are you? and handled questions. Michael and Oakland Department of Public Need any help?” Combine the in- Johnson represented Council- Works. Each step gets us closer to gredients and reap the rewards. member Jean Quan’s report. our actual weekends of doing the We host a garden walk, block party, Recent activities include the work. We are collecting tiles and neighbors’ night out, garage sale, installation of a memorial rock other materials. Please donate and winter holiday celebration. at Kingsland/Virginia honoring your ceramic, porcelain or high-fire Need help? Contact Jan Jim Ballay. Sikander Iqbal of tiles for this community project.” Heatherington at the Maxwell Park Youth Uprising provided insight To participate or for more Neighborhood Council (MPNC), or on summer plans and Maxwell details contact Bonnie at a block captain: Lynette Neidhardt, Park involvement. Neighborhood [email protected]. 4 May 2009

Leona News Dimond Neighborhood News CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 Paulette heart. How ’bout getting together Avery, B Y K ATHLEEN R USSELL Lincoln Mural with your neighbors to start a new R.N., M.S.N., I.B.C.L.C. Salmonella The retaining wall opposite club? Merchant of the Month —————————————— 7-Eleven and a few steps down Gordon Laverty can be reached Stan Dodson, manager of La from Dimond Gateway Peace Park at [email protected]. To Your Health Poisoning Farine Bakery in Dimond, is our at Lincoln and MacArthur will featured merchant. After gradua- soon have a new look. Artist and almonella contamination of Salmonella? The Salmonella germ tion from California Culinary Dimond resident Kristi Holohan foods has been in the news a lives in the intestinal tract of both Academy Chefs’ Program in of Arts & Creative Expression will Sgreat deal the past year or two. humans and animals. Most often 1996, Stan began his career with be painting a colorful tribute to the Most recently, the contamination humans get it when animal feces La Farine Bakery as morning baker Dimond district. With the help of Water Intrusion? was in pistachio nuts. Last year it get into the food we eat, but food and now manages La Farine Bak- local students, Kristi hopes to Windows/Stucco was peanuts. So what is Salmonella can also be contaminated when ery in the Dimond. A resident of complete this mural by June. Send and what happens when it gets people with the infection handle Dimond, Stan is also extremely contributions for mural supplies Problems? into our food supply? Read on for food without washing their hands involved in programs to improve to Friends of Oakland Parks and answers to these and other ques- after using the bathroom. The Dimond merchant district. Stan Recreation, c/o DIA, PO Box tions about Salmonella poisoning. foods most commonly contami- Berkeley Plastering What is Salmonella poisoning? nated include beef, poultry, milk, serves on Dimond Improvement 27355, Oakland CA 94602. Donors Salmonellosis, another word for or eggs. However, any food can Association Board (DIA), co-chairs of $100 or more will be recognized We have more than on the mural plaque. Contact: 20 years experience in poisoning by Salmonella bacteria, become contaminated, as seen in Oakland Oktoberfest Planning causes diarrhea, abdominal cramps, the recent widespread contamina- [email protected]. Window/Door Installation, Committee, and Dimond Business and fever, usually within 12 to 72 tion of peanuts and pistachios. & Professional Association. and maintenance Welcome to Dimond of Stucco Structures hours after exposure to the germ. How can I protect myself and Stan has been a leader in the Most people recover without treat- my family from this illness? Most development and implementation Dimond Kitchen, 2216 MacArthur ment within four to seven days, but likely you have heard the warnings of Keep Oakland Beautiful Blvd (531-3043), open 7 a.m. to • Efficient, One-Stop in some cases the infection is more to avoid eating raw meats, poultry, CLEAN MERCHANT program 8 p.m. Extensive menu includes Installation serious and occasionally leads to and eggs. Doing so will help protect and is active with 22X Neighbor- breakfast platters, rolled omelets, death. In more severe cases, it can you from salmonellosis. Other pre- hood Crime Prevention Council and a la carte items; also, appetiz- • Supervised Crew—No Subs be treated with antibiotics. cautions: cook meat thoroughly (NCPC) groups. In addition to ers, salads, Po’Boy and Philly • Windows, Doors, Skylights What is Salmonella? It’s a group so that no pink remains, avoid responsibilities at La Farine Bakery sandwiches, stir-fry, and more. • Seamless Stucco Repairs of bacteria discovered by an Ameri- raw or unpasteurized dairy and various roles in Dimond Little Caesars celebrates their can scientist named Salmon. The products, wash produce thor- • Waterproofing/Coatings groups, Stan designs brochures, grand opening at 2218 MacArthur germ causes diarrhea in humans, oughly, and keep uncooked meats ads, and decals supporting several Blvd. (531-3000). Hot-N-Ready • We Also Clear Pest Reports and it is passed from the feces of separated from produce and programs to deter litter and large pizza with pepperoni for $5. • (Affordably and Fast) humans or animals to other animals cooked foods. Also, wash your graffiti in Dimond. “I firmly Additional specials. Hours: 10 a.m. or people. The most common hands before handling food, and believe with our strong commu- to 10 p.m.; Fri, Sat until 11 p.m. For a Free Consultation: forms of Salmonella in the U.S. are wash your hands and all dishes Typhimurium and Enteritidis. and utensils that come in contact nity partnerships, we can have a Stable Core Pilates + Physical 510.540.0404 Who is most likely to get sick with uncooked foods. vital, attractive and safe Dimond Therapy Studio: Valerie Loo, Berkeley Plastering from Salmonella and how common is Salmonella is also common in MPT, a licensed physical therapist Richard Spencer, neighborhood,” says Stan. it? Children get infected with Salmo- reptiles, including turtles, so it is While residents and visitors and Dimond resident, offers pri- Plastering & General Contractor Lic #491834/B,C-35 Fully Insured nella more than any other age group. best to avoid having them as pets enjoy the delicious breads, pastries vate Pilates sessions and small Children under age five have a five in homes with young children. and desserts at La Farine Bakery, group classes. Open house Satur- times higher rate of infection than Everyone, especially children, we also recognize Stan’s dedicated day, May 9, 9 a.m. to noon, 2006 all other people. Others more often must wash their hands thoroughly work to improve Dimond. The MacArthur Blvd. (414-8766). See infected include the elderly and after handling reptiles. next time you stop by La Farine www.stablecorepilates.com. those with a weak immune system. For additional information Bakery, give a shout out to Stan About 40,000 cases of Salmonella on salmonellosis, and for specific in appreciation of his efforts. La May Meetings poisoning are reported each year listings of recalled foods, check

Toys & Hobbies • Farine Bakery, 3411 Fruitvale Wednesday, May 6: Dimond in the U.S. But because milder cases the Web site for the Centers for Ave., www.lafarine.com, 531-7750. Improvement Association: often are not reported, it is estimated Disease Control and Prevention 7:30 p.m., Dimond Library, that the actual rate of infection may at www.cdc.gov. CLEAN MERCHANT 3565 Fruitvale Ave. be thirty or more times that number. ——————————————— The infection is more common in Paulette Avery is a registered nurse Keep Oakland Beautiful pilot Saturday, May 16: Keep Oak- Making a difference, just a little bit at a time summer than winter. and a freelance writer who specializes CLEAN MERCHANT program land Beautiful Dimond Cleanup How does someone get in health issues. is underway in the Dimond. This Walk: 10 a.m. to noon, meet at REMEMBER MOM! program recognizes merchants Dimond Gateway, MacArthur Amazing Everlasting who consistently keep their and Lincoln. Sponsored by La Roses in 20 property clean and litter-free. Farine Bakery, Dimond. Contact Beautiful Colors! Haircuts For information about program [email protected]. EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN! Making a difference, just a little bit at a time ~ $9 & up! benefits, contact Stan Dodson at Thursday, May 28: Beat Check Out Our New 22X (Dimond, Lincoln Heights, ita • Introducing Traditional Threading [email protected]. Resi- PSP, DS Lite dents are encouraged to patronize Montera, Oakmore, Wood- Face or Eyebrow Arch • Facial Mask $9.99 and Wii Accessories! and acknowledge merchants who minster): 7 p.m., Dimond Library, PERMS 10% OFF ON TUES & WED display the CLEAN MERCHANT 3565 Fruitvale Ave. Sidewalk Tue.-Sat. 12-6pm • Vita Dolce • La Senior Citizens prices available repair presentation. Contact decal in their window. Request the 4004 MacArthur Blvd CLEAN MERCHANT brochure [email protected]. 510-482-5921 LE COIF BEAUTY LOUNGE at a participating location to read 22X NCPC Events: See event cal- Email: Siu F. Cheung Closed Sun. & Mon. about “The Dimond in Action.” endar at www.oakland22x.org. [email protected]

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Ohlone elder N EVENTS RENTALS ucked away behind Merritt Marvin Marine College, Leona Canyon sings a Help Keep Oakland Beautiful. Mendocino coast cottage: Charming T Regional Open Space Reserve traditional Cleanup walk on Saturday, May 16. furnished 1BR plus living room sofa rests in a wooded cleft between Native bed, fireplace, fully equipped Meet at Dimond Gateway Peace two volcanic ridges. Hidden from Californian Park, MacArthur & Lincoln, 10 a.m. kitchen. Minimum 3 days, $85/day, view above hillsides lined with $525/week. (510) 482-5577. blessing. to noon. Bring water, gloves. Bags live oak, buckeye, ash, and hazel provided. Even half an hour helps. are the houses that line Skyline Sponsored by La Farine Bakery in Small office in professional building at Dimond. Email krussell@russell- 3215 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. Fur- Blvd. and Campus Drive. On the gordon.com. nished. Utilities, janitorial, and park- canyon floor, dogs ramble freely ing. 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Call (510) cently, through a commission from rocket ship, outdoor art and 482-3229 for appointment. the Vinapa Foundation for Cross- block rooms. Curriculum includes Cultural Studies, East Bay Regional pre-reading, pre-math enrichment, Free Introduction. Get a glimpse of field trips, F.I.T. gymnastics, Parks Ohlone specialist, Bev Ortiz, the more self-confident and “asser- Ph.D., created the text for a self- music and Spanish lessons. Empha- tive you.” Presented by Claire sis put on socialization, verbaliza- Jeannette, MFT, psychotherapist and guided exploration of local Indian tion. Sibling discount. Lunch, assertion trainer. Call 843-6971 for uses of indigenous plants. Shortly, snacks provided. Ages 2 to 5 dates & details. an extensive and comprehensive vigorous hike can meet Marvin and the walk or dance. Reservations years. License #010214258. teacher’s manual will be available his friends at 10 a.m. at the upper are needed to view Peralta’s new Brochure. (510) 638-3529. Visit us at through the Park District. trailhead behind Merritt College’s exhibit for a charge of $1. Reserve www.berniceandjoe-playschool.com. VOLUNTEER On Saturday, May 9, Ohlone el- Lot E. Marvin’s group will walk your tickets now by emailing down to meet Michael’s group at info@peraltahacienda or calling Saxophone & Piano. Play music Free annual Laurel Summer Solstice der Marvin Marine, along with Gil- 10:30 a.m. at the site of a memorial 532-9142. for the joy of it! Have fun learning Music Festival, Saturday, June 20. bert Ramirez and Paul Mondragon, will lead a benediction of the trail. bench to sing traditional Native jazz, blues, improvisation. Patient, Volunteers needed. 4 hr. or less shifts Directions to trailhead: supportive teacher. Ages 10 & up. available for set up & take down, For people interested in a mile- Californian songs. Speciality: Adult beginners. Eva 436- music site assistance, etc. Contact long uphill walk, East Bay Re- Later that day, Marvin and Driving: Take Redwood Rd. to 0504. Shel @ [email protected]. gional Park Naturalist, Michael company will bless the opening Campus Rd. to Merritt College. Charnofsky, will meet at 9 a.m. of the Peralta Hacienda’s new Trailhead is behind Parking Lot E. CLASSIFIED RATES: Classified ads are $.50 per word. Discounted prices are at Leona’s lower parking lot, off exhibit, “Becoming California, Be- (Paid parking in lot, or free park- available for five- and ten-issue frequencies. Send your copy along with Campus Drive, near Keller. He’ll coming America” (2465 34th Ave. ing on Campus Rd. Walk in to payment to The MacArthur Metro, PO Box 19046, Oakland, 94619 or email be stopping along the trail to at Hyde). From noon until 3 p.m., back of campus via easement your copy to [email protected]. 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Neighborhood Crime Prevention Councils Dads’ Club Pancake Breakfast: Sunday, May 3, 9 a.m. to noon, Sequoia El- “The stipulation between the Maxwell Park Neighborhood Council Special Meeting: Thursday, May 14, 6 ementary, 3730 Lincoln Ave., cafeteria. Join us for a neighborhood tradition, Seven Seas and ABC means the to 8 p.m., Melrose Leadership Academy, 5328 Brann between 55th Ave. and a community breakfast. 531-6696 or www.SequoiaSchool.net. bar is closed for good, the city’s and Morcom. No Wednesday meeting. http://maxwellparknc.com or call Merritt College Spring Plant Sale: Saturday, May 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Medi- injunction is moot, and as soon Jan Hetherington at 534-4978 or [email protected] for more info. terranean climate and California native plants, succulents, exotics, vegetable as the bar closes, the city’s case Melrose-High Hopes NCPC: Thursday, May 21, 7 p.m., Horace Mann starts, and more, Merritt College, 12500 Campus Dr. 436-2418 for informa- will be dismissed,” Ortler said. School, Ygnacio and Congress. http://ncpcbeat27x.org/. tion. Free! These actions were part of Beat 22X: Thursday, May 28, 7 p.m., Dimond Library, 3565 Fruitvale Ave. Bret Harte EXPO: Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bret Harte Middle a 16-month collaboration of ABC, Sidewalk repair information. Marcel Uzegbu will present information School, 3700 Coolidge Ave. Bret Harte showcases the excellent work stu- City Attorney’s Office and the about the allocation of funds to neighborhoods and commercial districts. dents have done throughout the year. Open classrooms at 10 a.m. Academic Oakland Police Department For more information, email [email protected]. competition and band concert from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Food and fun focusing on “problem” liquor activities for the whole family from 1 to 3 pm. The theme this year is PEACE. stores and bars citywide. Dimond Library 3565 Fruitvale Ave. Information: 482-7844. Bodies in Motion: Wednesday through Saturday, May 13 to 16, 7:30 p.m., After the fire, there was Skyline High School, 12250 Skyline Blvd. Annual spring dance festival fea- much discussion on the Laurel Celebration of spring and the Year of Natural Fibers: through May 31. Bas- tures students in intermediate (May 13 &14) and advanced (May 15 & 16) kets by local artist Norma Andersen Fox, whose art is inspired by the natu- Village neighborhood listserv. classes, $9 adults, $4 children and seniors, [email protected]. ral foliage that surrounds her. The listserv has nearly 600 Skyline 2009 Concerto Concert: Wednesday, May 20, 7:30 p.m., Skyline subscribers who post and read Family Storytimes: Tuesdays, 7 p.m. High School, 12250 Skyline Blvd. Featuring students in guitar, piano, orches- messages online. Storytime: Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. and 11 a.m., 10:15 a.m. for toddlers tra, advanced band, and jazz band, $10 adults, $5 children and seniors, In an irate email, listserv up to 2 years; 11 a.m. for ages 3 to 5 years. [email protected]. subscriber “tkanhai” wrote an- Teen Time: Thursdays, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Games, music, food, and crafts for Skyline 2009 Vocal Concert: Thursday, May 28, 7:30 p.m., Skyline High other subscriber, who was among teens 12 and up. School, 12250 Skyline Blvd., a performance by vocal students, including the the first to post a message on the Lawyers in the Library: First Tuesday, May 5, 6 to 8 p.m.; sign-up for lot- advanced choir, “Voices of the Sky,” $10 adults, $5 children and seniors, Seven Seas closure. “I first would tery at 5:45 p.m. Free legal information. Sessions are popular and some- [email protected]. like to say to all you laural [sic] times subject to change. Please call in advance to confirm on the day of Jazz Vespers: Sunday, May 31, 5 p.m., Presbyterian Church, High and neighbors we the family that the program. Courtland. Alto sax player Pete Yellin. Listen, munch on finger foods, donate owned the seven seas are pleased to leave your neighborhood for Spanish Conversation Group: First and third Tuesdays, May 5 and 19, what you can. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact: Sarah Hodgson 482-7844, the simple fact that we were not [email protected]. Practice your Spanish! Improve your skills the cause of any nuasians [sic] in and learn new vocabulary. Participants should be familiar with basics. the neighborhood, it is the people Drop-ins welcome. that lives in your neighborhood that causes a lot of problems for Knitting Workshop: Tuesday, May 5 and 19, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Come to ZHI DAO GUAN the neighborhood and the city the second and third meeting of a three-part knitting workshop. Bring your knitting questions and projects, as well as a ball of worsted wool and a THE TAOIST CENTER of oakland.” pair of #9 needles. Experienced or beginner, Sonya Philip can help you. Dr. Alex Feng LAc, PhD, OMD —————————————— “One of the Ten Best Complementary John Frando can be reached at Book Discussion Group: Second Monday, May 11, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Call [email protected]. for current title. Medicine Practitioners in the Bay Area”

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