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munity as a whole, providing educa- tion, health, and cultural outreach programs to the entire community. Senior citizen outreach, community service, or communal events, such as their annual Fourth of July Barbe- cue, are just a few of the ways CBC supports the Tri-City area. CBC’s annual “Spring Celebration” is the organization’s primary fundraiser. This year, funds from the gala will benefit CBC’s Toastmasters Youth Leadership Program, Internship Program, cultural programs (e.g. Moon Festival, Chinese New Year Cel- ebration with Fremont Library), and financial aid to other local nonprofits. Entertainment for the evening in- cludes music performances by CBC’s own Dr. Herbert Chiu and Idea band, a special erhu performance (a two stringed bowed instrument, also nick- named the “Chinese violin”), and a surprise percussion performance with selected community members. A dance will follow closing remarks. The gala’s emcee is CBC Board Member Colonel Garrett Yee. Speak- BY SARA GIUSTI Community (CBC) celebrates another year nity for Chinese-Americans in the Tri-City ers include Citizen of the Year PHOTOS COURTESY OF CBC of service at their 22nd annual Spring Cel- area. Founded at a time when Fremont ebration fundraiser. lacked Chinese representation, CBC today is Phong La, Fremont’s former Human Relations Commissioner, also ap- Spring is here, and with the bright days For 23 years, CBC has been representing, not just a Chinese-American organization, and warmer evenings, Citizens for Better bringing awareness to, and building commu- but a unique and essential part of the com- continued on page 18

ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY JULIE GRABOWSKI

Once considered to be an expensive, lux- SUBMITTED BY ABHINAYA DANCE COMPANY ury good in close company with gold and PHOTOS BY BIPIN THAKKAR precious stones, spices nowadays are readily available to anyone. They may have shifted Abhinaya Indian Dance Company announces their upcoming performance of from ancient uses in the crowning of emper- “Courage” featuring Abhinaya’s Associate Artistic Director and Principal Dancer ors, creation of medicines and perfumes, reli- Rasika Kumar. This 90-minute solo Bharatanatyam Indian classical dance with five gious ceremonies and embalming the dead, vignettes depicts the resilience of the human spirit. “Courage” takes place Sunday, but spices still play a huge role in the modern March 30 at the Indian Community Center in Milpitas. world, certainly for those looking for an out- Mythili Kumar founded the Abhinaya Dance Company of San Jose in 1980 to present innovative and professional-quality performances of standing meal. continued on page 6 continued on page 19

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ince she was a child, Fremont native “I’ve received immense benefits from the Mona Heir has been fascinated with practice of yoga, and I want to share these Sthe movement of the human body. powerful gifts with others,” Heir said. She was inspired by activities like creative Mind and body practice movement and ballet. But, it was not until Most of us associate yoga with a set of she went off to college that she found her physical poses that have unusual names, true love—yoga, which she has practiced like “downward-facing dog” or “warrior for more than 12 years. When Mona was pose.” The National Institutes of Health pregnant with her 3-year-old daughter (NIH) describes it as a mind and body Elika, she found practicing yoga to be practice with historical origins in ancient more important than ever. Indian philosophy. “During my pregnancy, I had very little “Like other meditative movement prac- energy and began feeling excruciating pain in tices used for health purposes, various styles of my back, to the point that I couldn’t walk for yoga typically combine physical postures, several weeks,” related Heir. “I tried pain breathing techniques and meditation or relax- medication but wanted a solution without ation,” states the NIH on its Web site. Mona Heir (above) teaches yoga classes designed especially for new mothers and mothers-to-be through medicine. So, I arranged for a yoga instructor While she was pregnant and after the Washington Hospital’s Maternal Child Health program. Classes are held at the Hospital’s Maternal Child Ed- to come to my house. After just a few ses- birth of her baby, Heir built a foundation in ucation Center at 3669 Beacon Avenue in Fremont. To find the right class for you, visit us online at www.whhs.com/childbirth-classes or call (510) 818-5040 for class descriptions, dates and fees. sions, I could feel the difference.” Kundalini yoga. This is said to be one of the Today, Heir teaches yoga classes de- more spiritual types of yoga, going beyond A positive experience Benefits for moms signed especially for new mothers and the physical performance of poses with an “I have witnessed a lot of healing and According to Heir, yoga has benefits mothers-to-be through Washington Hospi- emphasis on breathing, meditation and ges- positive change in people’s stress levels that address many of the problems women tal’s Maternal Child Health program. tures. Heir is a certified Kundalini yoga in- both as a student and a teacher of yoga,” experience during pregnancy. This includes Classes are held at the Hospital’s Maternal structor and teaches it to her classes. observed Heir. “Most people have such a muscle fatigue, swelling around the joints, Child Education Center at 3639 Beacon “The postures of Kundalini yoga en- wonderful feeling of well-being after prac- low back pain and sciatica, indigestion and Ave. in Fremont. abled me get through the discomfort and ticing. It is a very positive experience.” difficulty sleeping. The practice enables Prenatal classes promote flexibility, anxiety I felt during pregnancy. It also That’s why she was so excited when women to strengthen their pelvic floor in strength, improved posture and balance. helped me heal my back,” she recalls. “I Washington Hospital asked her to teach preparation for giving birth. Heir also be- The Postpartum Yoga classes help new am very passionate about sharing it with prenatal and postpartum classes through lieves it helps women prepare in ways that moms return to fitness and relieve stress. other women, and I’ve had great feedback their Maternal Child Health program. are beyond the physical. Prenatal Yoga classes are held on Tuesdays in my classes.” “With my first-hand experience, both “Yoga prepares you mentally and emo- from 11 a.m. to 12 noon and on Saturdays This style of yoga isn’t just for women as an expectant mom and a teacher, I felt tionally to give birth by helping you build from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Postpartum before and after birth, Heir pointed out. It strongly that I could adapt my program to your spirit and endurance,” she explained. Yoga classes are on Saturdays from 12 noon to is powerful for both men and women, ad- fit the needs of pregnant women,” she “I’ve seen women tap into a positive atti- 1 p.m. For fees and more information, visit dressing a variety of issues related to health added. “Practicing yoga during pregnancy tude that says, ‘I can do it.’” www.whhs.com/childbirth-classes or call and fitness, such as strengthening and is one of the greatest gifts a woman can (510) 818-5040. stress reduction. give herself.” continued on page 7

InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com

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12:00 PM 12:00 AM Living Well with Movement Disorders, Strengthen Your Back! Deep Venous Hip Pain in the Young and Minimally Invasive Hip Diabetes: Overcoming Parkinson's Disease, Learn to Improve Your 12:30 PM Thrombosis Middle-Aged Adult Replacement Challenges Tremors and Epilepsy Back Fitness 12:30 AM Raising Awareness About Stroke

1:00 PM Minimally Invasive 1:00 AM Treatment for Common Women's Health Gynecologic Conditions Washington Women's Women's Health Minimally Invasive Center: Cancer Genetic Voices InHealth: Healthy Conference: Age Surgery for Lower Back Conference: Can 1:30 PM Pregnancy Lifestyle Reduce the Risk Women's Health Counseling Appropriate Screenings Disorders 1:30 AM Conference: Aging of Cancer? Gracefully Your Concerns InHealth: 2:00 PM Senior Scam Prevention 2:00 AM Strengthen Your Back! Living Well with Diabetes: Learn to Improve Your 2:30 PM Washington Township Overcoming Challenges Washington Township 2:30 AM Back Fitness Health Care District Health Care District Don't Let Back Pain Board Meeting Board Meeting Sideline You Washington Township February 12th, 2014 February 12th, 2014 Sidelined by Back Pain? Health Care 3:00 PM Get Back in the Game District Board Meeting 3:00 AM March 12th, 2014 Minimally Invasive 3:30 PM Surgery for Lower Back 3:30 AM Disorders Varicose Veins and Chronic Venous Disease Learn If You Are at Your Concerns InHealth: 4:00 PM Risk for Liver Disease Senior Scam Prevention 4:00 AM Sports-Related Do You Suffer From Diabetes Matters: Back to Voices InHealth: The Legacy Concussions Anxiety or Depression? the Basic Keys for Success Strength Training System 4:30 PM 4:30 AM Diabetes Matters: Strategies for Support Don't Let Hip Pain 5:00 PM Kidney Transplants Run You Down 5:00 AM Raising Awareness About Community Based Senior (New) Stroke Supportive Services Turning 65? Get To Kidney Transplants Shingles 5:30 PM Know Medicare Sports-Related Sports-Related 5:30 AM Concussions Concussions

6:00 PM 6:00 AM Diabetes Matters: Diabetes Matters: Don't Let Hip Strategies for Support Strategies for Support Superbugs: Are We Treating Infection: Learn Pain Run You Down 6:30 PM Winning the Germ War? About Sepsis (New) 6:30 AM Washington Township Washington Township Diabetes Matters: Vacation Health Care District Health Care District Deep Venous Thrombosis 7:00 PM or Travel Plans? Board Meeting Board Meeting 7:00 AM March 12th, 2014 March 12th, 2014 Diabetes Matters: Top Important Immunizations 7:30 PM Foods for Heart Health for Healthy Adults 7:30 AM Treatment Options for From One Second to the Knee Problems Next Arthritis: Do I Have 8:00 PM One of 100 Types? Get Back On Your Feet: 8:00 AM Keys to Healthy Eyes New Treatment Options for Ankle Conditions GERD & Your Risk of Washington Township Washington Township 8:30 PM Esophageal Cancer Health Care District Get Back On Your Feet: Health Care District Voices InHealth: The 8:30 AM New Treatment Options for Skin Cancer Board Meeting Ankle Conditions Board Meeting Peripheral Vascular Greatest Gift of All February 12th, 2014 February 12th, 2014 9:00 PM Disease: Leg Weakness, Symptoms and Treatment 9:00 AM The Weight to Success & Percutaneous Strengthen Your Back! Influenza and Other TDiabetes Matters: (Under the Skin) Learn to Improve Your Contagious Respiratory 9:30 PM Diabetes Viewpoint Treatment How to Maintain a Back Fitness Conditions 9:30 AM Healthy Weight: Good Don't Let Hip Nutrition is Key Wound Care Update Pain Run You Down 10:00 PM (New) Getting the Most Out of 10:00 AM Your Insurance When You Minimally Invasive Arthritis: Do I Have Diabetes Matters: Have Diabetes Surgery for Lower Back 10:30 PM One of 100 Types? Diabetes Viewpoint 10:30 AM Fitting Physical Activity Treatment Options for Disorders Into Your Day Knee Problems Do You Have Sinus 11:00 PM Problems? 11:00 AM Alzheimer's Disease What You Should Know Do You Have Sinus Keeping Your Heart Superbugs: Are We About Carbs and Food 11:30 PM Problems? on the Right Beat Winning the Germ War? Voices InHealth: New Labels 11:30 AM Surgical Options for Breast Keys to Healthy Eyes Cancer Treatment March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 3

Kari Robertson, PA-C, a certified physician assistant who specializes in orthopedics and sports medicine with the Washington Township Medical Foundation will present a free education session titled: “Osteoporosis and Women” on Monday, March 24, from Noon to 1 p.m. at the Washington Women’s Center Conference Room located at 2500 Mowry Avenue, 1st floor, (Washington West) in Fremont. Robertson will discuss the causes of osteoporosis including; how the disease is diagnosed, DEXA scans, treatments, complications of the disease and, most importantly, what steps to take to delay or slow down the progress Learn About osteoporosis. Register online at Treatment www.whhs.com/event/class-registration. Options at Robertson, who has a master’s degree in Osteoporosis often is most commonly son again emphasized the importance of physician assistant studies and a master’s diagnosed by a combination of the follow- discussions with one’s physician to assess Free Upcoming degree in biomechanics, will discuss the ing; bone density scans (DEXA), x-rays of risk and determine preventive treatments. causes of osteoporosis including; how the the spine, family history, fracture history, “Individuals need to be their own health Education disease is diagnosed, DEXA scans, treat- current medications, and or changes seen in care advocates with their physicians,” ments, complications of the disease and, an individual’s posture or stature over time. Robertson said. “It is important to under- Session most importantly, what steps to take to Robertson emphasizes that it is impor- stand the disease — that it can progress irre- delay or slow down the progress osteoporo- tant to be proactive and approach the dis- versibly without any visible signs — and steoporosis is a metabolic bone sis. Informational material to take home ease before it appears as a fracture or other that early, simple preventive actions can disease that is often silent. An in- will be available for program participants. skeletal issue such as spinal compression. delay its onset and slow it down.” dividual may not realize he or she While the presentation focuses on os- “I recommend that patients first have a O teoporosis in women, men also suffer the conversation with their physician or en- has osteoporosis until they sustain a frac- ture, likely caused by a fall. While signifi- disease in smaller numbers and are wel- docrinologist about their potential risk for cant bone density loss cannot be reversed, come to attend the lecture. Much of osteoporosis,” she says. Tips for Prevention early awareness with preventive action can the material in the presentation applies Learn More slow its progress. women specifically, but the diagnosis Robertson will share some prevention About “It’s important to understand that pro- and treatment of osteoporosis is quite recommendations that can help reduce gressive loss of bone density over time in is similar across the spectrum of both your risk which include; instituting Osteoporosis a natural result of the skeletal system as it sexes, Robertson said. weight-bearing exercise, ensuring adequate “Everyone will suffer from bone loss if calcium and Vitamin D intake, stopping ages, but accelerated bone density loss seen To register for the in osteoporosis can be managed and you live long enough,” Robertson said. “In smoking, limiting alcohol consumption, slowed with pro-active treatment,” said women it often occurs after menopause and minimizing risk for falls. She will also upcoming seminar, visit Kari Robertson, a certified physician assis- with the loss of estrogen and similarly it discuss how to fall-proof your home and www.whhs.com/event/class-regis- can occur in men with the loss of andro- how to assess your risk for falls. tant who specializes in orthopedics and tration or call sports medicine with the Washington gen,” she added. While less common, osteoporosis can Township Medical Foundation. Other causes of osteoporosis may in- occur in younger women before the onset of (800) 963-7070. To learn more Part of the Healthy Knowledge at Noon clude alcoholism, high doses and long menopause. This is usually due to second- about the wide variety of term use of corticosteroids, tobacco abuse ary causes which can be a result of calcium Education Series, Robertson will present a programs and services at the free education session titled: “Osteoporosis and, less commonly, genetic disorders, ex- or Vitamin D deficiency, uncommon and Women” on Monday, March 24, from tensive immobilization from an accident or fragility fractures, eating disorders, or meta- Washington Women’s Center, visit Noon to 1 p.m. at the Washington illness, rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, bolic disease. Bone density scans are not www.whhs.com/womenscenter. Women’s Center Conference Room lo- anorexia, and medications such as blood recommended for younger women without cated at 2500 Mowry Avenue, 1st floor, thinners and certain medications used to a specific medical reason or suspicion for os- (Washington West) in Fremont. treat depression. teopenia or osteoporosis. However, Robert-

If you have a pain in the back, assistants who are skilled at pro- trouble bending your knees or are viding the latest techniques for al- contending with a sports injury, leviating painful conditions the Washington Hospital Outpa- including arthritis and sports in- tient Rehabilitation Center can juries. They also assist with post- help you regain your mobility surgery reconditioning including and improve your strength. knee, shoulder or hip replace- The Washington Hospital’s ment, tendonitis and tendonitis. Outpatient Rehabilitation Center (Tendonitis is the inflammation is staffed by trained orthopedic and physical therapists and their continued on page 7

Sharmi Mukherjee, MPT, DPT, physical therapist and director of the Washington Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, develops individualized treatment plans for pa- tients who are injured or recovering from serious illness so that they can improve their physical abilities and get back to their regular lives. To learn more about the services offered at the Washington Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, visit www.whhs.com/oprehab. Sports Medicine specialist Arthur Ting, M.D. features a male and a female student “Athlete Ni’yesha Brown and Marlin Hess, Seniors at Newark Memorial High School, have been of the Month” selected by athletic directors and coaches from schools located in the Tri- selected to receive Athlete of the Month honors. Newark Memorial High School Cougars City Voice readership area. Each month, both athletes will represent the same school. Athletic Director is Rachel Kahoalii. Marlin Hess

He is the guy concentrating cided to give wrestling a try. He champion wrestler and water Mission Valley Athletic League He enjoys listening to all kinds of with deep, even breathing before admits that the fact that player who graduated from (MVAL) was 4-2 and 10-11 overall. music and likes sampling differ- each match; and usually smiling Newark's head wrestling coach, NMHS in 2010 and now partici- Government and Economics ent types of food. When not in- after he leaves the mat. Marlin Tim Hess, is also his father might pates in collegiate water polo. are Hess’ favorite subjects. Fol- volved with sports or school Hess is a senior at Newark Memo- have had something to do with it. Hess has an enviable record of lowing graduation, he would like work, Hess enjoys drawing, hang- rial High School (NMHS) and Growing up with in an active 35-11 with 15 pins and 11 major to attend Chabot Community ing out with friends, playing this month’s Tri-City Voice male family probably contributed as decisions. When asked about College, transfer to a four year video games and texting. Fitting student athlete. As a wrestler on well. Besides his father who wres- strengths on the mat, Hess believes college and earn a degree in Spe- for a fierce and passionate grap- the Cougar varsity wresting team, tled, played football and baseball he is most formidable when facing cial Education. He would also pler and competitor, Hess’ fa- he competes primarily in the 132 and mother, Kelly Hess, he has his opponent in the “neutral,” like continue wrestling. vorite movie is The Lion King. pound weight class. three siblings: Isaac and standing position, looking for a Hess’ father is his role model As a winner on the mat, in Hess played football and was a Christina, younger brother and takedown and control. This year, because he is always there for school and in life, Hess just keeps runner in track events who de- sister and an older sister, Alyssa, a his team, the Cougars record in the him, as a coach or as just Dad. smiling. Ni'yesha Brown

competitive nature make it diffi- cult, at times, to concentrate on those strategies. Brown has a big cheering sec- tion including Mom, Reeshamah Brown, Dad, William Brown and Step Dad Travis Smith. She has two younger sisters, Sharia Brown who attends Newark Jun- ior High School and Zakoiyah Smith at Bunker Elementary School. Sharia also plays volley- ball and basketball; she says that Zakoiyah may be the best athlete of them all. Ny admires and tries to emulate Michael Jordan and LeBron James because of their work ethic and never-give-up ap- proach. Favorite subjects in high school are English and Social Sci- ence. Ny is hoping for a univer- sity scholarship to pursue a career in kinesiology while continuing to play basketball and volleyball. Her hero and role model is her mother who has been there for her through good times and Ni'yesha “Ny” Brown has Union) basketball for seven years bad, with unconditional love been named female student ath- in addition to four years on the and protection. She says her lete of the month. At 5' 10”, NMHS varsity squad. During the mom is definitely her #1 fan. Brown plays on the Cougars' off season, Brown plays club vol- Brown likes to “hang out” and girl's basketball team for Head leyball. She plans to continue to set aside quality time with her Coach Darryl Reina as a shooting participate in both sports. Before each game, Brown Shanisse and Joe, and her family and two friends, Clara or off guard. Ny feels her one of her prays for guidance, protection coaches for all their help as she and Yaya. She enjoys pasta, all She started playing basketball strengths on the hardwood is co- and the mental stability to focus continues to mature as a person types of music; her favorite in the third grade and has partici- ordinating team movement al- on the game. Brown thanks her and athlete. movie is “Daddy's Little Girls.” pated in AAU (Amateur Athletic though her quick moves and family, her God Parents,

Athletic Trainers Practice Act On February 19, 2014, the California Athletic Trainers’ Association practice, putting the public in danger and degrading the standards of or university approved by the Athletic Training Licensing Committee (CATA) with Assemblymember Ed Chau (D-Monterey Park), introduced the profession as a whole. • Must pass a comprehensive nationally accredited certification exam AB 1890 otherwise known as the “Athletic Trainers Practice Act.” Nowhere else is this more crucial than at the secondary school approved by the Athletic Training Licensing Committee The cost-neutral bill would regulate athletic trainers and prohibit levels. As kids begin to specialize in a particular sport there has been • Must possess an emergency cardiac care certification any person without the proper credentials from engaging in the prac- a growing incidence of serious injuries and complications resulting tice of athletic training. from overuse and intensive over-training. • Pay application fees established by the Athletic Training Licensing Athletic trainers are uniquely qualified physical medicine and rehabil- The bill is designed to be cost-neutral (meaning no cost would Committee itation specialists who work at schools, hospitals, military facilities, clinics, be passed onto taxpayers), with all fees associated with applications The bill would also specify that a license expires in two years and corporations and more. They provide acute injury treatment, a continuum and renewals covering the costs of maintaining the bill. Essentially, ath- is subject to renewal upon payment of a renewal fee and the comple- of care from injury and illness prevention and return-to-activity clearance letic trainers will be paying for their own licensure. tion of continuing education hours in order to keep athletic trainers’ for athletes and other physically active individuals. AB 1890 would directly impact the safety of athletes and con- knowledge and skills current. Despite the vital role athletic trainers play in our safety, the lack sumers by mandating specific requirements for licensure: of regulation creates a great risk that people who have lost or are • Must have completed athletic trainer certification eligibility require- Source: California Athletic Trainers’ Association unable to obtain licensure in other states will come to California to ments from an athletic training education program at a four-year college March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 5

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quality products. Spices must be processed before their arrival in the U.S., undergoing lab testing and sterilization in their country of origin. A process, called steam ster- Basil, oregano, thyme – these are all familiar sta- ilization, is used assuring an efficient, safe, and nat- ples of most household kitchens. But what about ural method; it employs a combination of air chervil, Ajwain seeds, mace, zaatar and fenugreek pressure and superheated water to eliminate bacteria seeds? Shaking up your spice rack is an opportunity and germs while preserving high quality. Spices are to rock your culinary world; a privately held, self- then shipped to the Port of Oakland where the funded spice company right here in Fremont is United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) making sure everyone has that option. inspects the cargo to ensure it meets health codes. Founders and operators of Spicely Organics, hus- The product can be held for one to two months be- band and wife team John Chansari and Clara Bonner fore it is released to Spicely. After clearance by au- thorities, the port ships the goods to Fremont; Spicely ships the product to yet another lab to make sure it is up to their personal company standards. Twenty-two to 55 pound bags are then repackaged into Spicely containers, both by hand and machine. According to Bonner, their job is to offer diver- sity and variety. She says that typically about 40 spices are offered at your local grocery store. And, while that might sound like plenty of choices to some, Bonner disagrees. “You should be able to find every spice in the spice index.” Spicely currently of- fers over 200 spices and blends… and counting. When asked about popular spices, she says, “That’s for you to decide.” Customer input plays a big role in the continu- ing evolution of Spicely. The company transitioned to organic in 2006, due not only to a change in Chansari and Bonner’s eating habits, but also to cus- tomer feedback. Their spices are now USDA or- ganic, gluten-free, kosher, 100 percent vegan, and Fair Trade certified. Spicely opened a storefront in San Francisco in 2012 where listening to customers once again broadened their original path and moved them be-

live by the old adage “variety is the spice of life” quite literally; a variety of spices, that is. Chansari comes from a multi-generation family business in the spice trade. Of Iranian decent, where spices are a prominent part of the culture, he grew up in Sweden and moved to Los Angeles in 1998, then to the Bay Area. Bonner was born in New Orleans and grew up in a family of cooks. Her culinary background and that of her city inspired a deep love for food, especially Creole and Cajun cuisine. Bonner has also lived in California since 1998; she and Chansari met here and started Spicely Organics in Menlo Park in 2002. yond the spice jar. “The store was an incubator to Chansari and Bonner were a two-man operation encourage tea and chocolate,” says Bonner. She and working out of their apartment kitchen until they Chansari collaborated with a local chocolatier who moved the company to Union City in 2004 where specializes in organic ingredients and developed they hired their first employee. They used the recipes for chocolate infused with Spicely’s pre-exist- smaller food grade production facility until 2009 ing spice blends and tea blends. The tea and choco- when the need for more space prompted a move to late line were launched in November 2013, offering their current Fremont location in 2010, just down 120 organic loose leaf teas and 30 to 40 chocolate the street from City Beach. Fremont is ideal because varieties. The tea is also packaged at the Fremont of its central location and proximity to the Port of factory, but chocolate is processed in another local Oakland. The spice factory, where Spicely’s products plant to avoid cross contamination. are packaged for sale, occupies just a bit less than Spices are the passion, the foundation of the 30,000 square feet. They have also expanded to 50 company, but they hope to branch out and continue employees, half working in production and the to explore, says Online Marketing & Social Media other half in the office. representative Olivia Maki. “We’re constantly trying India is the world’s largest producer of spices and to expand. We spend a lot of time researching and Spicely’s main provider, but the company works developing recipes, offering new spices.” And as with countries all over the world including Turkey, they love customer input and customers love variety, South America, China, and Egypt. They are a direct a world of possibility awaits. importer, a fact that according to Bonner makes all Spicely products are available primarily through the difference. She says there are many middle men retail grocery stores in California including Whole in the spice industry, the product moving through Foods, Raley’s, and Andronicos, as well as online. A several hands and locations before arriving at its full description of spices can be found on their web- final destination. Not so with Spicely. They work site along with recipes and a blog. Visit directly with farmers and small producers ensuring a http://spicely.com/ to learn how to put some spice direct line of delivery along with the assurance of into your life. March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 7

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of a tendon; tendonosis is the de- circulatory conditions that might generation of a tendon’s colla- affect the patient’s ability to exercise. gen).The therapists also work “We treat the patient as a with patients who may need whole,” Mukherjee adds, and fol- vestibular rehabilitation to im- low up during each visit to make prove their balance, or who have sure the patient is doing the exer- lumbar (lower back) or cervical cises properly, assuring the best (neck) injuries. outcome. The Center also provides oc- “We chart each patient’s cupational therapy for people suf- progress,” she continues. “We fering from carpel tunnel provide printouts of their exer- syndrome or repetitive stress. cises and help them learn to do “We provide one-on-one care each correctly. We focus on edu- and individualized attention. cating our patients so they can Each patient is assigned to a spe- manage their condition and avoid cific therapist who creates a cus- triggers that might negatively af- tomized program.” explains fect their physical progress.” Sharmi Mukherjee, MPT, DPT, “Each treatment plan is differ- Director of the Washington Out- ent. Some patients may need heat patient Rehabilitation Center. or ice on a muscle, others may “Our individualized plans focus have been overusing a muscle and on the specific muscles which need to give it a rest,” says need to be stretched and Mukherjee. strengthened.” The personalized exercise pro- She adds, “Our therapists pro- gram, usually prescribed as twice vide both guidance and encour- a week for the first few weeks, in- agement and make sure that our cludes stretching as well as build- patients receive the highest level ing up the strength of a specific of care.” set of muscles. For many patients, In most cases, during as few as after 10 sessions they have be- eight or 10 sessions with the physi- come skilled at doing these regu- cal and occupational therapists at lar exercises, have returned to the center, patients learn how to do their former strength and ability exercises specific to their condition. and now are able to continue an They may use a combination of an exercise routine on their own at exercise bicycle, exercise balls, home. Most importantly, they weights and belts to work through can get back to work and life’s their customized exercise program, other activities with full mobility. all with guidance from a profes- To learn more about the sional therapist. Washington Outpatient Rehabili- Positive Results tation Center, visit “We are able to return patients www.whhs.com/oprehab or call to their functional capabilities,” (510) 794-9672. Mukherjee says. “They develop increased muscle strength, better balance, relief from pain and the Legacy Strength ability to resume active lives.” Training Program At the initial visit to the center, which lasts about an hour, the phys- Located within the Washington Outpatient Rehabilitation Center is ical and occupational therapists do the Legacy Strength Training Program. a comprehensive evaluation of the Utilizing an intensive program of patient. They review the patient’s slow-motion exercises on weight ma- medications and check their vital chines with guidance from a therapist signs, such as blood pressure and (athletic trainer certified) clients/par- heart rate, which could affect how ticipants build strength in specific much exercise they can tolerate. muscles during a 30-minute, super- The physical and occupational ther- vised workout. To learn more about apists also note any respiratory or this program, call the number above.

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Heir has also experienced the physical and emotional healing yoga can help to bring women after giving birth. “The birthing process can be so intense. Most women need to do a lot of healing, besides having a new baby to take care of,” she observed. “In the Postpartum Yoga class, we address many of the specific concerns new moms have.” Among other things, the class helps women tone and strengthen their muscles, especially the abdomen, and also relieve joint pain and re-align the spine. The meditative aspect of the class makes a big difference as well. “We breathe steadily for a full hour,” she explained. “This helps us process our emotions, and we have nowhere else to go but relax.” As with the Prenatal Yoga class, an added benefit is the cama- raderie that forms among class participants. “We are all in about the same place in our lives, and it’s a great way to talk about and share our experiences,” observed Heir. “I feel so blessed, being able to lead these groups.”

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Washington Hospital’s Maternal Child Education Center offers a range of classes and resources to fit the needs of pregnant and nursing mothers, as well as moms and dads looking for in- formative, fun ways to learn or sharpen their parenting skills. To get more information about classes, visit www.whhs.com/child- birth-classes or call (510) 818-5040. For more information about Washington Hospital, go to www.whhs.com. Page 8 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

Information found in ‘Protective Serv- providing such information. Tri-City Voice ices’ is provided to public “as available” does not make or imply any guarantee re- by public service agencies - police, fire, garding the content of information re- etc. Accuracy and authenticity of press re- ceived from authoritative sources. leases are the responsibility of the agency Join Fremont PD for the Run To Remember SUBMITTED BY pants who pre-register by Saturday, May 3rd will GENEVA BOSQUES, FREMONT PD also receive a t-shirt. Pre-registration is $35 for adults and $20 for kids, but you may also register Attention runners and friends of law enforce- the day of the event. ment…. All proceeds from the event will go directly to On Saturday, May 10, 2014, the California charities, including Nor Cal C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Peace Officers Association (CPOA) is sponsoring a Police Survivors), an organization whose sole mis- “Run to Remember” in Pleasanton, California. A sion is to assist with the rebuilding of lives of surviv- Run to Remember is a family oriented community ing family members of law enforcement officers event held annually to honor and remember peace killed in the line of duty. Each year, 140-160 offi- officers who have fallen in the line of duty. The cers are killed in the line of duty. Their families and event is open to all friends of law enforcement and co-workers are left to cope with the tragic loss. will be held at Shadow Cliffs Regional Park in C.O.P.S. has over 15,000 members and provides re- Pleasanton. The event features a 5k Run/Walk, a sources and assistance to help these families rebuild 10k Run as well as a Kid’s Fun Run/Walk. The Kids shattered lives. Fun Run is a challenging 1-mile course inside We hope that you can join members of the Fre- Shadow Cliffs Park for kids up to 12 years old. mont Police Department for this fun event! Outback Steakhouse will be sponsoring a BBQ To learn more and to register online visit following the event, which is free for all registered http://www.cpoa.org/ABOUT/Run-to-Remember runners. Non-participants and family members can To learn more about Nor Cal C.O.P.S., visit purchase additional lunch tickets for $12. Partici- www.norcalcops.org.

rooms Officers responded to a residential Fremont James Leitch Elementary School – burglary on the 4200 block of Mcna- Police Log Portable classroom near the play mara Street. Unknown suspect(s) structure pried a window to gain entry into the SUBMITTED BY GENEVA BOSQUES, At approximately 2:40 a.m., dis- home and removed a small safe. The FREMONT PD patch received a 911 call of a fire at incident occurred between approxi- Warm Springs Elementary. The call mately 10:00 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. Inves- Friday, March 7 was transferred to Fremont Fire. tigated by Ofc T. Bobbitt Guests at the LaQuinta Inn were Shortly thereafter, dispatch received a Officers responded to the 4400 dining in the café when the wife’s call from a neighbor near James block of Cherrywood Ave to investigate purse was stolen off her chair. The Leitch Elementary who reported he a day time burglary. The unknown sus- suspect is described as a Hispanic heard a fire alarm at the school. Offi- pect(s) made entry by kicking in the male adult, 40-50 year old, wearing a cers arrived and discovered a portable front door. The loss was cash. Investi- long gray coat, last seen running out classroom was on fire. While investi- gated by Ofc Hanrahan. of the hotel. Investigated by Ofc. gating the first two fires, a third fire Officers responded to the 4800 Gourley. was discovered. The third fire had en- block of Ridgewood Drive to investi- A Hispanic male adult, wearing a gulfed the bathroom structure at the gate a residential burglary that oc- black T-shirt and blue jeans ran out Warm Springs Community Park. curred during the day. The point of of Fry’s Electronics with a BOSE FPD Officers, Detective Macdonald, entry is unknown. The unknown sus- Bluetooth speaker that he forgot to and FFD Fire Inspectors are working pect(s) removed a screen, attempted pay for. Officers flooded the area but together to investigate the three sus- to pry open windows and a door, but were unable to locate him. Investi- picious fires. did not defeat it. The bedrooms in gated by Ofc. Sanders. Monday, March 10 the home were completely ransacked, Niles Smog had their rear storage Officers responded to investigate a but the homeowners were not able to shed broken into for the third time in a residential burglary that occurred on report loss at the time of the report. week. Estimated loss was approxi- the 200 block of Mill Creek Road. Un- Investigated by CSO Allen mately $15k in scrap metal. Several ve- known suspect(s) entered the residence Officer Austin was dispatched to hicles were keyed and tires were via an unlocked door and stole jewelry. a citizen’s arrest at Walmart on Os- flattened. Investigated by CSO Anders. CSO Cody Investigating. good Rd. A 35 year old adult male, A homeowner got a call from her A residential burglary occurred on Fremont resident, had attempted to alarm company while she was away the 37100 block of Alexander Street. return stolen merchandise and was from residence stating an alarm was Unknown suspects entered the home by detained by Loss Prevention Officers. tripped and a male answered the phone unknown means and stole jewelry and Officer Austin arrested the male for on callback, however no men live there. electronics. CSO Allen investigating. commercial burglary and for provid- Officers conduct a surround and call- Officers were dispatched to 4400 ing false identification to police. out with a K9 to no avail. The house block of Dali St on the report of a Officers responded to the 4400 was carefully searched, but there was no prowler looking over the backyard block of Norocco Lane to investigate apparent loss. Investigated by Ofc. fence into the home. The caller could a residential burglary that had oc- Burkhammer. only describe the prowler as a Hispanic curred during the day. Entry to the About 12:15 a.m., officers were male with slicked back hair. Incident residence was made through a broken detailed to an address on Linden- was investigated by Officer Gentry. kitchen window. Loss was cash. In- wood. The female resident entered Tuesday, March 11 vestigated by CSO Allen. her garage and found an unknown At approximately 10:30 a.m. offi- Wednesday, March 12 male inside. The female retreated cers responded to the 40300 block of CSO Aguirre was dispatched to a into her home and dialed 911. FPD Strawflower Way. The resident re- reported auto theft involving a red Officers arrived on scene within three ported that sometime over the last Honda motorcycle bearing license minutes, but were unable to locate week her residence had been burglar- plate 20Z3849. The vehicle was the subject. No loss detected. Ofc. ized. Pry marks were located on the taken from the assigned parking stall Dooley is investigating. sliding glass patio door however entry at 37800 Camden St. between 10 Saturday, March 8 was made into the residence via a p.m. on 3/10/14 and 6:00 p.m. on Two suspects were seen by loss pre- dining room window. A pry tool was 3/11/14. The incident was not re- vention at Raley’s on Paseo Padre Park- used to bend the frame of the win- ported until 3/12/14. way, putting store items into bags. One dow. The unknown suspect ran- CSO Aguirre was dispatched to a suspect fled prior to FPD arrival, but a sacked the master bedroom in an reported auto theft involving a green second suspect was detained outside attempt to locate jewelry. Several 1993 Nissan Pathfinder bearing li- the store by loss prevention. Officer pieces of jewelry were taken. cense plates 3DBZ908. The vehicle Romley arrested an adult male, Hay- At approximately 1:10 p.m. offi- was reportedly stolen from the 3600 ward resident, for theft. cers were dispatched to the 3600 block Monmouth Pl between 10:00 Sunday, March 9 block of Main St to investigate a bur- p.m. on 3/11/14 and 8:00 a.m. on Unknown suspect(s) attempted glary that had occurred approxi- 3/12/14. to burglarize a vehicle on the 34400 mately five days earlier. The resident From BART Police: block of Shenandoah Place. Ofc. told officers that the burglary oc- Bicycle Theft – Fremont Station Gaziano investigating. curred on March 6th between 6:00 March 11, 2014 Three Suspicious Fires in Warm p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Entry to the resi- At 7:10 p.m., a victim reported Springs: dence was made by unknown sus- his $200 dark purple Schwinn 3rd Warm Springs Elementary- Base- pect(s) who forced the front door Generation 7 speed bicycle was stolen ball field snack shack open and broke the door jam. Noth- while it was unlocked at the station Warm Springs Elementary Com- ing was missing from the residence, between 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. munity Park-Men’s/Women’s bath- possibly due to an audible alarm.

Responding patrol officers locate rives and determines that the vehicle Hayward three subjects nearby who match the at the point of origin had been in- Police Log general description of the suspects. volved in a recent custody dispute. All three are arrested for various Investigation Bureau will be follow- SUBMITTED BY SGT ERIC MELENDEZ, criminal violations. ing up with HFD. HAYWARD PD A resident arrives home in the Sunday, March 9 29000 block of Dixon St at 11:31 A home invasion robbery oc- Wednesday, March 5 a.m. and discovers three males leav- curred at a residence in the 800 block A robbery occurred in the 25000 ing his apartment carrying out his of St Bede Lane at 8:15 p.m. The vic- block of Franklin St. at 3 p.m. A fe- property. The resident gets the license tim got into a dispute with an ac- male victim was walking home when plate of the suspect’s vehicle which is quaintance who called suspects over she was approached by two males broadcast to responding patrol units. to the location. The suspects force who battered her and took her purse. The vehicle is located and followed entry and attack the victim. Then The suspects were chased from the northbound on Highway 880. The they take property from inside the scene and abandoned the purse. The vehicle is lost in the area of 98th Av- residence and drive away. Officers re- incident is being investigated by enue in Oakland. Investigation Bu- spond and locate the suspects as they School Resource Officers. reau will be following up on the case. are driving away. The suspects are Thursday, March 6 Friday, March 7 identified and arrested. Officers were called to the area of An arson occurred on the 22000 If you have information to report Whitetree Street at 12:58 a.m. re- block of 7th Street at 4:48 a.m. HFD that could help lead to an arrest in garding suspicious subjects attempt- responded to a fire in the carport area this crime/crime activity, please con- ing to open doors to parked vehicles. which is deemed suspicious. HPD ar- tact police. March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE PagePage 9 9 Libraries aid Covered California enrollment

SUBMITTED BY THOMAS LI Saturday, Mar 22, 29 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Covered California has teamed with Libraries throughout Newark Library Alameda County and other li- 6300 Civic Terrace Ave braries across the state to assist Saturday, Mar 22, 29 local consumers who want to ob- 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. tain quality, affordable health in- surance before the March 31 San Lorenzo Library enrollment deadline. The assis- 16032 Hesperian Blvd tance is free and confidential. Wednesday, Mar 19, 26 “We know this is a major deci- 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. sion for consumers that many are still trying to make. We expect Union City Library thousands of enrollees during the 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd next few days to finish their shop- Tuesday, Mar 18, 25 ping and comparisons and then de- 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. cide,” Covered California Executive Director Peter V. Lee said. “We Most events will have Certi- have also found that libraries fied Enrollment Counselors and throughout the state have been Certified Insurance Agents who among the best places where con- speak English and Spanish; many sumers feel they will get trusted in- speak multiple languages. formation and assistance to help Additional library enrollment them enroll in Covered California event locations and event dates health insurance plans.” and times throughout California Guided and trained by Covered can be found at: www.Cov- California, more than 27,000 Cer- eredCA.com/events. tified Enrollment Counselors, Cer- In addition to the library tified Insurance Agents and county events, enrollment can be done eligibility workers across the state online at www.CoveredCA.com, are available to help consumers en- over the phone with a Covered roll. Some of these trusted partners California Service Center repre- will be at Libraries throughout sentative at (800) 300-1506, by Alameda County to provide free mail using the paper applications enrollment assistance to consumers. available online at www.Cov- eredCA.com/individuals-and-fam- Castro Valley Library ilies, in person at county human 3600 Norbridge Ave and social services departments, or Tuesday, Mar 18 & Mar 25 in person with a Covered Califor- 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. nia Certified Insurance Agent or Certified Enrollment Counselor Fremont Main Library (www.CoveredCA.com/enroll- 2450 Stevenson Blvd ment-assistance).

backyard in the not-so-distant future. How will the impacts of sea level rise affect us? What will be our response? Join naturalists from the Hayward Shore- line Interpretive Center in this lively and interactive community discussion series. Representatives from the Adapting to Rising Tides Project and other part- nering organizations present the most current infor- mation regarding local impacts of sea level rise. In conjunction with the community workshops is 55” – Images of Sea Level Rise – Abstraction Meet Reality, an exhibition of images of the beauty of ice from two distinct perspectives: photographs from Oliver Klink and resist-and-pour abstract paintings by Jennifer Koney – Abstraction Meets Reality. The exhibit runs through April 12 at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center. Hours are SUBMITTED BY Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm and by appoint- ment (510-670-7270). LAURA CORREA-HERNANDEZ Sharks in my backyard workshops The Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Saturday, March 22 (HSIC) is pleased to present a series of community 2 p.m. workshops about the local impacts of sea level rise San Lorenzo Community Center during the month of March and April. Sea level rise 1970 Via Buena Vista, San Lorenzo for the Hayward shoreline is projected to be as much as 55” by the year 2100. At this level 80,000 Saturday, April 12 East Bay residents are expected to be directly af- 1 p.m. fected by floods and inundation. Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center The SF Bay Estuary – our region’s most defining 4901 Breakwater Avenue, Hayward geographic feature – may be even closer to your (510) 881-6700 New Haven Board of Education update SUBMITTED BY NEW HAVEN UNIFIED schools with scholarship and mini-grant programs SCHOOL DISTRICT and which contributed $100,000 each in 2011-12 and 2012-13 to help save co-curricular and extra- The Board of Education on March 11 received a curricular activities. The Foundation asked Board report from the external evaluation team that re- members to consider adding NHSF service to its of- viewed initial implementation of New Haven’s Race ficial list of assignments, a matter that the Board to the Top-District (RTT-D) grant. The District, agreed to consider at an April meeting. The Founda- one of only 16 nationwide winners in the U.S. De- tion also invited the Board to two upcoming events: partment of Education’s RTT-D competition, is re- its “Night on the Red Carpet” fund-raiser March 22 ceiving more than $29 million over a four and and its annual scholarship luncheon April 23. one-half-year period, to personalize student learn- In advance of upcoming labor negotiations, re- ing, improve student achievement and educator ef- ceived “sunshine” proposals from the District and its fectiveness, close achievement gaps, and prepare all three bargaining units: the New Haven Teachers As- students to succeed in college and careers. sociation, the California School Employees Associa- The evaluation team told the Board that the dis- tion, and the New Haven Administrators trict’s summer professional development (teacher train- Association. ing and onsite coaching is effective, but more time is Approved the second-interim budget report for needed for Common Core State Standards knowledge- 2013-14 and multi-year projections for 2014-15 building and deeper implementation. The team also and 2015-16. told the Board that parents feel welcome but that there Approved hiring a consultant to assist the district are distinctions between schools being served by the in assessing and evaluating the viability of bringing Union City Kids Zone and others. a bond measure before voters in November 2014, as Also, the Board: a source of additional funding to replace the reduc- Received a presentation from the New Haven tions created by the state budget crisis and eco- Schools Foundation, which supports District nomic downturn. The findings will be presented to the Board in May. Page 10 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014 History Tri-City Tidings

igi Stengail came to Fre- mont with her husband GBert about 1985. Bert was an engineer, and the Stengards SOUND LIKE A GOOD IDEA TO YOU? lived where Bert’s work took them. Gigi was born in Falun, Sweden. n 1903, the inventor of the plexity and wind drag. Her father was a Baptist minister windshield wiper, Mary An- Of course, until the new force and her mother, a teacher. They dersen, got her inspiration as fields become commercially I were her inspiration for scholarship she watched motorists wipe snow available, you'll need to keep and assisting less fortunate people from their windshields with their your wipers in good working in the community. hands. Ms. Andersen’s design order. So if you're having trou- Gigi had unlimited energy and called for the driver to use a lever ble, be sure to bring your car set to work at once to help the on the inside of the automobile to into BAY STAR AUTO CARE. people of Fremont, Newark and manually activate “a swinging Our friendly and experienced Union City. Her community arm that mechanically swept off ASE-certified technicians can work apparently started when the ice and snow.” Eventually, the keep them ticking along, which Linda Weibel Lannon invited her windshield wiper became the keeps your windshield clean, to a Make-a-Wish Foundation mechanized device that we still which improves your safety on fundraiser. She immediately use today. However, all that may the road. We can provide the wanted to help children with spe- soon change as one car manufac- regularly scheduled care that cial needs, so she started Tri-City turer envisions replacing wipers’ your car needs to run safely, now Treats, an annual food fair that metal arms and rubber blades and in the future. If you have brought restaurants from the with a force field that repels any questions, or would like to three cities together, to benefit water. The forward-thinking de- schedule an appointment, please children. sign will use ultrasonic sound to call today. Tri-City treats was incorpo- shake rain and debris from the HINT: Windshield blades are rated to collect money to help windshield while providing sav- vulnerable to degradation from the child-related organizations such ings in weight and reduced com- sun’s rays as well as dirt and grime. as Rubicon, Tri-Cities Children’s Center and Sunrise Village. Gary Singh is the owner of Bay Star Auto Care at 1275 Atlantic St. When Gigi left Fremont, this near Western Ave., here in Union City. Phone: 489-3331 task was given to LOV Newark and the Newark Chamber of tured article in each publication. porary quarters in Dirk’s back- Commerce. The 1994 Summer Edition still yard.” Gigi recognized Dirk’s gen- Gigi started the Tri-City Tid- lists Gigi as the editor, but the Dan erous, help but wondered, “What ings magazine about the same Archer Profile column opens with will happen to the steeple next?” time. She funded the magazine the story of Gigi Stengard. The last The back cover of the maga- with support from Alameda paragraph reads “Gigi and Bert will zine is an ad about “The Seventh County Water District, East Bay move to Florida in mid-May. We’ll Annual Tri City Treats Food Fair Disposal, Fremont Bank, Wash- miss them both and Gigi, it won’t at the Newark Fremont Hilton ington Hospital, Catellus, Cable- be the same in the Tri Cities with- Hotel May 15, 1994. The event vision, Commercial Bank of out you.” featured outstanding restaurants Fremont and other local busi- Gigi replied that she would from Fremont, Newark and nesses. It was distributed free miss her home and had strong Union City and wineries from emotions about leaving the won- the Livermore Valley. All pro- derful friends she would leave be- ceeds were to benefit children hind. She stated that “they’ed with special needs. The ad closes always be in my thoughts and with these words: “This is going prayers. I love them all and hope to be Gigi’s Farewell Party so be they love me.” there for the kids and Gigi!” An ad by the Thunderbird Inn read, “Thank you Gigi for mak- ing us your place for any occa-

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through libraries, hotels, cham- bers of commerce, senior centers, etc. In seven years the circulation grew to 10,000. The arts received a large share of Gigi’s attention. She knew how important the arts were to a com- munity, not be ignored, even in hard times. Gigi helped Shirley Sisk with the monthly afternoon concert series, school arts pro- gram and arranged to bring Swedish professional musicians to Fremont with the help of another of her enterprises, the Scandina- Never Let 3 or A Kind, Try To Beat A Full vian Club. The club held essay House. contests with cash prizes toward educational tours abroad. THINK MELLO INSURANCE Gigi encouraged other local vol- 510-790-1118 unteers to write articles for the Tri #OB84518 City Tidings magazine. Dan Archer www.insurancemsm.com wrote his Column “Dan Archer’s sion. We will all miss you, Gigi.” An ad by Caldwell Banker read, “Gigi … Our Sincerest but wishes to you and Bert. Your spirit and warm friend- ship will be missed.” An ad by Ohlone College read, “Best Wishes, Gigi. Thanks for your contribution to Ohlone College and for your part in making Fremont and Newark a caring com- munity.” One of the last articles in this 1994 edition is entitled, “Save Our Steeple” written by Gigi herself: “The little Centerville Presbyterian Church has re- cently been destroyed by fire. PHILIP HOLMES However, the steeple has been saved by volunteers and PEEK INTO THE PAST a crew from the Pacific Gas “The little Centerville Presbyterian Church and Electric Company. It lies www.museumoflocalhistory.org stored in a wooden cradle be- Profiles” for almost every edition. hind Dirk Lorenz’s store. The Photos courtesy of The Museum of Local History His Profiles were the first and fea- steeple is safely stored in its tem- March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 11 Tell our legislators what you think

BY SANTA CLARA COUNTY The reform plan, which will take eight years to fully imple- SUPERVISOR DAVE CORTESE ment, restores some of the money Last summer, the California lost to education over the years Legislature approved the biggest through huge budget cuts. As dif- changes to education funding in ferent parts of the plan are rolled 40 years. The new Local Control out, there are likely to be Funding Formula gives counties changes, as educators, parents The following properties are available in: San Pablo, Brentwood, Concord, and school districts more control and students figure out what Vallejo, Mt. Diablo-Lafayette, Oakland, Hayward, Sacramento over how they spend state funds. works best. Last year, Bus Trip partici- 10 2bd/1bth Apart- Retail Investment 23 Units Multifamily They no longer have to spend That’s why I’m inviting you, pants heard explanations about ment Units $825,000 $ 3, 400, 000 once again, to travel with me to -$1,325,000 money in categories created by the governor’s education reforms Complete NNN 48 Units Multifamily the state. Sacramento to tell our state and we were able to give our 28 Unit Multifamily Investment $3,195,000 Governor Jerry Brown’s re- elected officials what you think input before the final bill was ap- -$2,625,000 $1,668,000 about the changes and how they 19 Units Multifamily forms also: proved in July 2013. This year, 8 Unit Multifamily 8 Unit Multifamily $1,120,000 Evened out the base amount are working in Santa Clara we’re going a little earlier – end of $1,375,000 $575,000 of funding per student by increas- County or any other topic you April instead of the end of May – ing it by an average of $537, or feel passionate about. because more legislators will be $7,640 per student. On Wednesday, April 30, the available to meet with us. Provided more money for 12th annual Free Bus Trip to Please join me and my staff high-needs districts. Districts Sacramento, co-sponsored by the on April 30 and make your with low-income students, Eng- Silicon Valley Education Founda- voices heard! lish learners and foster children tion, will leave at 6 a.m. from the will get $1,470 more. Districts VTA transit center at Eastridge For more information and to with 55 percent of high-needs Mall in San Jose and return to register, visit www.sccgov.org/bus- students will get an extra $1,360 the same location at about 6 p.m. trip or contact Lara McCabe at for each of those students. As in other years, state sena- (508) 299-5030 or email lara.mc- Required school districts to tors and assembly members will [email protected]. You can also develop a Local Control Account- visit our group, which will gather email me at [email protected] ability Plan to show the state how in a meeting room at the state cgov.org. the money is being spent and capitol, to answer questions and how students are doing in eight hear opinions, ideas and concerns areas, including the Common about California education. We Core Standards for English and usually fill two buses, bringing Math. These standards, adopted 120 to Sacramento for the day- by 48 states, spell out what high long event that also includes a school graduates need to know to tour of the capitol and lunch. succeed in college and careers. Alameda County Fair strategic planning community meeting

SUBMITTED BY ANGEL MOORE sioning Plan, the purpose and outcomes of the current Strategic Planning-Business Plan During the 100th Anniversary of the development phase and the future Master Alameda County Fair in 2011, the Fair Plan development phase. Board completed a Visioning Plan to initiate the process of ensuring the Fair’s continued Alameda County Fair vitality. The Visioning Plan recognized the Community Meeting Fair’s unique contribution to Alameda Thursday, Mar 20 County residents. It set goals for the future 7 p.m. to assure operational, financial, Fair and Alameda County Fairgrounds, compatible non-Fair activities to support the Palm Pavilion continued growth, vitality and relevance of 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton the Fairgrounds. (925) 314-3889 The community meeting is designed to [email protected] provide information to attendees on the Vi- Greenwood Park chosen as ‘Heart Your Park’ recipient WANT TO PROTECT YOUR HOME - SUBMITTED BY THINK MELLO LAURA CORREA-HERNANDEZ 510-790-1118 The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is excited to announce www.insurancemsm.com #OB84518 that Greenwood Park has been chosen as one of 550 parks across the country to partici- pate in the Macy’s Heart Your Park program. During the month of March, customers at Macy’s Southland Mall can donate $1 or more at the register, with 100 percent of the donations benefiting Greenwood Park. To further spread the love, Macy’s will match the total customer donation across all stores, dollar for dollar, up to $250,000 in total. Macy’s customers do not have to make a purchase to donate and donations are tax deductible. In partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association Subscribe today. We deliver. (NRPA), this program is part of Macy’s “Secret Garden” campaign, which aims to raise awareness and dollars for local parks across the country. Donations will go toward making improvements, such as 39737 Paseo Padre Parkway Suite B, Fremont, CA 94538 510-494-1999 fax 510-796-2462 maintaining trails, playgrounds, and basketball courts, and every- [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com thing in between. Located at the corner of Eden and Middle Lane, Greenwood Park Subscription Form q 12 Months for $75 is near Southland Mall. The park was built in the mid 1980’s and PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY q currently has a play area, basketball court, picnic tables, walking path Renewal - 12 months for $50 and open lawn area. In anticipation of additional population in the area, H.A.R.D. and the City of Hayward collaborated on the three Date: q Check q Credit Card q Cash acre expansion and renovation of the park which is expected to be completed in 2014. “Heart Your Park” is part of Macy’s “Secret Garden” spring cam- Name: Credit Card #: paign that will come to life at Macy’s stores and on macys.com with an infusion of garden-inspired merchandise, special promotions and Card Type: events. For a full list of the parks benefiting from Macy’s “Heart Your Address: Park,” visit www.macys.com/parks. Exp. Date: Zip Code:

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Delivery Name & Address if different from Billing: SUBMITTED BY Business Name if applicable: JANICE ROMBECK/SUPERVISOR DAVE CORTESE q Home Delivery q Mail The Rotary Club of San Jose announced the return of the July 4th Celebration and Fireworks Display in Downtown San Jose as it marks its 100th anniversary. In support of the project, the Santa Phone: Clara County Board of Supervisors has asked administrators to look for potential funding sources and report back at the board E-Mail: meeting on March 25, 2014. Authorized Signature: (Required for all forms of payment) Page 12 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

LA sues Time Warner cable for Rail board cleared nearly $10 million to seize 8 more AP WIRE SERVICE

LOS ANGELES (AP), – Los properties Angeles is suing Time Warner Cable for about $9.7 million, BY DON THOMPSON Sacramento County Superior claiming the company withheld ASSOCIATED PRESS Court Judge Michael Kenny, who years of fees. determined the project as currently The suit, filed Friday, con- SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), envisioned does not meet the tends that Time Warner holds a The agency overseeing California’s promises made to voters when they virtual monopoly on cable TV high-speed rail project won permis- approved nearly $10 billion in service in Los Angeles and has sion Friday from a separate state bonds for the project in 2008. made billions of dollars while re- board to begin eminent domain The judge ordered the state to fusing to pay the city what it proceedings against eight properties write a new plan to pay for the owes in fees from 2008 to 2011. in Fresno that are needed to build $68 billion rail project and The suit says the money is in- the line’s initial segment. blocked the sale of $8.6 billion of significant to Time Warner but Three of the eight properties are the voter-approved bonds. important to the city budget, businesses, while five are vacant lots “It just seems odd that the helping to fund police and fire or vacant buildings, said California state government can decide to protection, parks, sanitation and High-Speed Rail Authority spokes- take someone’s property away other services. woman Lisa Marie Alley. from them for a project that isn’t In a statement, Time Warner The rail authority must ac- legal and that they have no Cable says it’s disappointed by quire 381 Central Valley proper- money for,’’ Frank Oliveira, co- the lawsuit and believes it’s with- ties to build the initial 21-mile chairman of the group Citizens out merit. segment. It now has permission for High-Speed Rail Accountabil- from the state Board of Public ity, said in a telephone interview Correction: Works to seize a total of 10 prop- after Friday’s decision by the pub- erties and has contracts to buy lic works board. Wealth another 47. Also on Friday, the State Water It has submitted written offers Resources Control Board an- Gap-Silicon on 166 and is in the process of nounced it has approved a permit Valley story negotiating terms with the re- required by the federal Clean Water maining property owners. Act that addresses water quality ef- AP WIRE SERVICE An opponent said it is prema- fects from the high-speed rail con- ture for the state to seize the struction project. The act requires SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP), Mar properties because it is uncertain contractors to capture debris and 14 – In a story March 6 about whether the bullet train project contaminants so they don’t wash the wealth gap in Silicon Valley, can clear several legal hurdles to into waterways. The Associated Press reported er- begin construction. It is one of myriad environ- roneously the last name of the The 3rd District Court of Ap- mental permits the project needs CEO of the tech startup Angel- peal is conducting an expedited re- from several agencies before con- Hack. His name is Greg Gop- view of two lower court rulings by struction can begin. man, not Greg Gropman. California ranked #1 For Green Jobs last year SUBMITTED BY ENVIRONMEN- is available at www.CleanEnergy- and help our environment. TAL ENTREPRENEURS (E2) WorksForUs.org. “But ongoing regulatory un- “Our report makes it clear. certainty takes a serious toll. More than 78,600 clean en- When we invest in clean energy Elected officials shouldn’t be ergy and clean transportation and clean transportation, we put holding back economic growth – jobs were announced in 2013 at people to work in every corner of they should be encouraging it,” 260 projects tracked by the non- the country. Whether it’s a new said Geoff Chapin, CEO of Next partisan business group, Environ- wind farm in Iowa, an energy ef- Step Living, a Boston-based en- mental Entrepreneurs (E2). ficiency retrofit in Massachusetts, ergy efficiency company. Solar power generation was or a utility-scale solar array in Ne- In the fourth quarter alone, the year’s top sector with more vada, these projects require Amer- E2 tracked more than 70 projects than 21,600 jobs announced. ican ingenuity and labor. The nationwide that could create Other strong sectors included sector is helping stimulate our 13,000 jobs. Spikes in wind man- building efficiency and public economy,” said E2 Executive Di- ufacturing and solar manufactur- transportation. Job announce- rector Judith Albert. ing added to the national ments were made in 46 states, Last year’s job announcements quarterly total. Texas was the top with California’s roughly 15,400 were about 30 percent lower than state in the quarter, with as many jobs topping the list. Rounding in 2012. While this is in part due at 3,200 jobs coming from eight out the Top 10 states for the year to our methodology, clean energy projects, most of them in wind. were: TX, HI, MD, MA, IL, NV, job growth also faced economic Here’s a closer look at some OR, NY and MO. The Top 10 headwinds in 2013. These head- clean energy and clean transporta- states for the fourth quarter were: winds came from the continued tion announcements in 2013: TX, AZ, NY, CA, IA, RI, HI, low cost of natural gas, as well as * In California, the California GA, ND and NM. attempts by renewable energy op- Ethanol and Power Project will This is the second full year that ponents to block or roll back fa- produce 66 million gallons of E2 has tracked clean energy and vorable policies at the federal ethanol annually from sugar cane clean transportation job announce- level and in numerous states. and sweet sorghum. Construction ments. Over the past two years “As a business owner, I see a of a biofuels refinery and other combined, E2 has tracked more strong need for long-term policies facilities are expected to create than 500 announcements that that can stimulate private invest- 800 construction jobs and 400 could create more than 186,500 ment in clean energy and energy permanent jobs in Rep. Juan Var- jobs. The new report, as well as de- efficiency. Businesses in this sector gas’ district east of San Diego. create jobs, save consumers money, tails on individual announcements, continued on page 13 March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 13 Woman ousted from Obama overtime plan judgeship in 2008 already stirring controversy BY TOM RAUM Cutchen wrote in the process. “The federal government, in dead in Vegas ASSOCIATED PRESS “Well, it’s going to be bad for particular, shouldn’t be involved business,’’ she said in an inter- in labor markets in any way, with whom she later clashed, BY KEN RITTER WASHINGTON (AP), Presi- view. “It’s going to be good for shape or form,’’ said Jeffrey blamed the allegations against her ASSOCIATED PRESS dent Barack Obama’s move to my bottom line. Lawyers all over Miron, director of economic on vindictive colleagues and dis- make more workers eligible for the country are going to be mak- studies at the Cato Institute, a gruntled staff. She told the com- LAS VEGAS (AP), A former time-and-a-half overtime pay is ing a lot of money.’’ libertarian think tank, and a Har- mission that she didn’t feel safe in Nevada state court judge whose being hailed by Democrats who She called the rules “my ba- vard University economics profes- the courthouse. courtroom misconduct, discipli- see it as a potent midterm elec- bies. I spent two years of my life sor. ``It shouldn’t be setting hours She was accused of falling nary suspension, domestic tur- tion issue and condemned by Re- working on them. It’s personal legislation and it shouldn’t be asleep during proceedings, taint- moil and eventual removal from publicans and business leaders as for me. It’s going to be very sad providing union protection.’’ ing juries resulting in at least two the bench in November 2008 be- presidential overreach. Supporters to see them taking out a lot of the The order was the latest in a mistrials, treating staff members came a rare public spectacle has say it will help the still fragile stuff I put in,’’ she said. series of executive actions Obama like personal servants and making died in Las Vegas at age 56. economy, critics say it will dam- But she also warned that the has taken in an end run around false statements. Elizabeth LaMacchia, who was age it further. Obama administration should ex- congressional Republicans, who Halverson was obese and used a Elizabeth Halverson when she was It is likely to affect millions of pect a rocky road ahead in imple- have blocked many of his propos- motorized scooter and supplemen- elected and sworn in to a newly cre- American workers. menting whatever new policy als. With Congress blocking his tal oxygen. She was accused of ated judicial post in January 2007, “From my perspective, they emerges – just as the Bush adminis- attempt to raise the federal mini- making her courtroom bailiff mas- died March 1, according to a have to be pulling numbers out tration faced last time around. mum wage from $7.25 to $10.10 sage her back, fetch a blanket when Southern Nevada Health District of the air right now,’’ said Wash- Those close to the process sug- an hour, he used his executive she napped, put shoes on her feet death certificate. District spokes- ington labor lawyer Tammy Mc- gest it will take 12 months to 18 powers to raise it to that level for and tend her oxygen supply. woman Jennifer Sizemore said she Cutchen, referring to the months for the agency to com- government contractors. The commission was told she could release no other information. conflicting claims by partisans plete its new assignment. Thursday’s presidential memo- had her court clerk swear in her Attempts to reach LaMacchia’s that it would either help or hurt The move clearly has angered randum is aimed at workers who husband, Edward Halverson, to relatives Friday in San Francisco the economy. “We don’t even business groups and congressional make more than the federal mini- testify about whether he com- and Oakland, Calif., were unsuc- know what the policy is going to Republicans, but it fits in with mum but are ineligible for over- pleted chores at home. cessful. be.’’ the overall Democratic midterm time pay under present law When the bailiff who com- As a Clark County District She’s closer to the process than election game plan of focusing on because they are designated as plained about her was reassigned, Court judge, Halverson served most. As administrator of the income inequality and the middle management, even when they Halverson hired her own guards fewer than five turmoil-filled Labor Department’s Wage and class at the same time the stock have little or no supervisory re- and let them bypass courthouse se- months before she was suspended Hour Division during the George market has soared. sponsibilities. curity. She called 911 to summon with her $130,000-per-year W. Bush administration, Mc- “This will help to build an “If you’re making $23,000, Las Vegas police when court admin- salary. Eighteen more months of Cutchen oversaw the last rewrite economy that honors work, not typically you’re not high in man- istrators tried to enter her office. accusations and public hearings of the program in 2004. one that steals from workers,’’ AFL- agement,’’ Obama said in unveil- She divorced Edward Halverson followed before she was removed Currently, salaried workers CIO President Richard Trumka ing the initiative. and returned to using her family from her elected position by the making more than $455 a week, said. “While workers are denied The White House contends name after he was convicted of hit- state Commission on Judicial or $23,660 a year, aren’t eligible overtime pay that they have earned, the 2004 revisions to the 1938 ting her with a frying pan during a Discipline and banned from ever for time-and-a-half overtime if compounding flat and falling Fair Labor Standards Act are out- domestic argument in 2008. Ed- serving again as a judge. By then, some of their work is considered wages, the bonus pool for Wall dated and allow employers to ex- ward Halverson is serving three to she had filed for re-election. supervisory, even though many Street grew from $1.9 billion in empt too many workers from 10 years in state prison. Halverson, who once served as spend most of their day doing 1985 to $26.7 billion in 2013 – an overtime pay. a law clerk for the chief judge manual, clerical or technical work average annual increase of 14 per- Despite the contrary claims of with few management duties. cent in nominal terms.’’ Democrats and Republicans as to New health insurance rights for Obama signed a presidential Business and conservative the economic impact of Obama’s memorandum on Thursday di- groups argue that Obama’s order move, economists suggest any same-sex couples recting the Labor Department to will have the opposite effect of such impact will be minimal. what is intended and could lead “Be a boom to employment BY RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR devise new overtime rules “to en- sure that workers are paid fairly businesses to reduce the number of among lawyers, but otherwise not a ASSOCIATED PRESS for a hard day’s work.’’ He’s toss- employees or cut pay, resulting in a big deal,’’ said David Wyss, chief drag on national economic growth. economist at Standard & Poor’s. WASHINGTON (AP), The Obama administration is spelling out ing out most of the rules Mc- new health insurance rights for same-sex couples. Starting next year, health plans that offer spousal coverage to het- Beta testing of chewable cannabis extract completed erosexual couples cannot deny it to legally married same-sex couples. SUBMITTED BY SK3 GROUP, INC. line, T-Hydrocan™ RMC 40 con- drocan RMC 40 tablets have been The Health and Human Services Department announced the pol- tains fully-activated (decarboxylated) designed to benefit those seeking re- icy Friday in a blog post. SK3 Group, Inc., dba Medical THC, producing the classic effects of lief from these, and many other con- The department says insurance companies will not be allowed to Greens, through its subsidiary Berkely medical marijuana via an orally-con- ditions that have been successfully discriminate against married same-sex couples. Bio-Organic Research Laboratories, has sumed tablet. treated with medicinal cannabis,” The rule applies to plans offered in the new health insurance ex- completed beta-testing of the initial of- “While we are most excited about said David Hoye of Berkeley Bio-Or- changes, as well as to many employer and individual plans offered out- fering in its recently announced phyto- the possibilities of the non-psychoac- ganic Research Laboratory. side that marketplace. cannabinoid product line, tive cannabinoids, the great bulk of T-Hydrocan™ RMC 40 tablets T-Hydrocan™.T-Hydrocan™ RMC the research, as well as the majority will now be packaged and made continued from page 12 40 contains 40 mg. of refined mixed of the scientific knowledge of the me- available to qualified California med- “This is more evidence that the nounced it expects to add 100 cannabinoids which have been ex- dicinal healing effects ascribed to ical patients through the network of advanced biofuel industry is scal- jobs by Q2 2014. The company tracted from cannabis flowers utilizing cannabis medicine, come from re- medicinal collectives serviced and solvents approved for food contact, re- search performed on psychoactive managed by Medical Greens, as well ing up and putting people to has experienced rapid growth in fined via numerous filtration and sepa- THC. Orally-consumed doses of var- as through the Pharmajanes.com or- work,” said Mary Solecki, direc- its energy efficiency business. ration processes to remove as many of ious types and strengths of traditional dering platform. tor of E2’s Clean Fuels Program. * In New Jersey, Trinity Solar the non-cannabinoid elements as possi- cannabis extracts have shown sub- Full text of press release at: * In Texas, Nest Labs, ac- LLC installed solar panels at ble, and pressed into a chewable tablet. stantial efficacy in treating pain, anxi- SKTO_3-12-2014_PAP_ETL.docx quired by Google on Feb. 7, an- housing units at Joint Military Unlike Medical Greens’ non-psy- ety, insomnia, anorexia, as well as nounced 140 technical support Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in choactive Dharmanol™ product numerous other conditions. T-Hy- and customer service jobs. The Burlington County, creating 120 company has a growing customer jobs. Clean energy is an increas- policies such as the wind industry ever limits on carbon pollution national community of individual base for its energy-saving thermo- ingly common presence on mili- production tax credit (PTC) and from power plants, as well as from business leaders who advocate for stat. The announcement came tary bases nationwide. several energy efficiency tax incen- other elements of President good environmental policy while from Rep. Lloyd Doggett’s dis- Looking ahead, clean energy tives. Congress let these tax incen- Obama’s climate change initiative. building economic prosperity. For trict near Austin. and clean transportation job tives expire at the end of 2013. Environmental Entrepreneurs more information, visit: * In Massachusetts, Next Step growth could see an uptick in 2014 Clean energy jobs also could (E2) is the independent business www.CleanEnergyWorksForUs.org Living, based in Boston, an- if Congress reinstates critical tax benefit from the rollout of the first- voice for the environment. E2 is a .

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BY ANNE CHAN, PHD, MFT Do you tend to stay up much Take the time to focus on the good later than you know you should? things in your life and to appreciate STRESS – it probably comes Perhaps you could resolve to them, be it your loved ones, a job, as no surprise to you that most try one of these strategies on a your health, the rain we are experi- Americans are stressed out. What regular basis. encing now, the beauty all around might surprise you is that our 1. Exercise – you’ve probably us, and yes, the roses that should be teenagers are experiencing similar heard this ad nauseum, but it’s coming up soon. high levels of stress. A 2013 Stress worth repeating. Regular exercise 7. Write a journal or diary of in America Study is key to physical and mental your thoughts and as far as pos- (http://www.apa.org/news/press/r health and can lower your stress sible, focus on what is positive in eleases/stress/2013/teen- levels and stress hormones. You your life and what you are grate- stress.aspx) shows that teens in don’t have to exercise every day to ful for. Research has shown that a America are reporting levels of reap the benefits — even just gratitude practice can alleviate stress far higher than what they once a week can help. If you find depressive thoughts. believe is healthy. Not surpris- a buddy to exercise with, so much 8. Be aware of your own ingly, school is a big factor in our the better. Spending time with a thoughts around your stress – are teens’ stress, but the study also good friend while exercising in- you making a mountain out of a unexpectedly found that teens re- creases all the benefits associated molehill? Do you stress yourself ported summer as a stressful time with exercise. out by putting undue pressure on as well. The impact of stress on 2. Sleep – many of us burn our yourself? Try talking to yourself in our teens is similar to that on candles at both ends, waking up a calm, wise, and loving manner adults – the teens reported that too early and going to bed too late. when you are facing any kind of stress negatively impacted their While the amount of sleep each stressful situation and see if you school performance, and they ex- person requires varies, it seems can talk down your stress levels. perienced symptoms like irrita- pretty common for many of us to 9. Look at ways to calm tion, anger, nervousness, anxiety, sell ourselves short when it comes down your routine and sched- eating too much or too little, in- to sleep. How often have you said ule. Are you on the go from 7 am somnia, headaches, and fatigue. to yourself, “Just one more email,” to 7 pm? Do you have a billion These are troubling findings. or “I’ll finish this book first,” or things scheduled in any given one Yet, there is much we can do to “Let’s finish the movie even if it’s day? What are ways in which you cope effectively with stress and late.” This is an area where you can schedule rest, relaxation, and the good news is that we can be probably have to set some firm calm into your life? role-models for our teenagers in limits on yourself if you are going Remember, stress affects every- showing how to manage stress. to get good quality, sufficient sleep one and it’s important that you are But first, we have to be honest that can help you and your body proactive in taking care of yourself with ourselves – how well do we cope better with stress. and managing your stress levels. If deal with stress? What examples 3. Seeing a mental health pro- you are a parent, the need to man- are we showcasing when we are fessional can be extremely helpful. age stress levels is probably more stressed? Most adults tend to take Whether you approach going to see pressing, given that parenting itself a passive, less healthy approach to a therapist as a time to vent or to can be a stressor. Remember that stress, such as: learn better stress habits, counseling you are a role model for your kids • spending time online or watch- can be life-changing. — the way you manage stress will ing TV 4. Pinpoint your unhealthy teach your kids how to manage • watching movies stress strategies – simply noting their stress. Be conscious of how • eating too much or too little what you doing in response to you deal with the stress in your life, not just for you, but for your • going on Facebook to vent stress can be helpful in making a shift toward healthier habits. kids as well. There are much more effective Anne Chan is a career counselor strategies for managing and low- 5. Meditation can help lower and licensed psychotherapist in ering stress. Some of these might stress levels. Plus there are a Union City. She specializes in help- seem obvious, but I encourage whole host of documented physi- ing people find happiness in their you to take a good look at your- cal as well as psychological bene- careers, lives, and relationships. self and your ingrained habits. fits associated with meditating. Her website is www.annechancon- For example, think about the last 6. Take a moment to smell the sulting.com time you got a good night’s sleep roses – I don’t mean this © Anne Chan, 2014 – how often do you get true rest? metaphorically but literally as well.

SUBMITTED BY OHLONE COLLEGE logues, dance, and improv – it even features a “Tech Olympics,” where the behind-the-scenes players can Top theatre talent from as far north as Grass Val- test their mettle in lighting and stage design. ley and as far south as Fresno will come together in Ultimately, the Festival is designed to encourage a bid to wow the judges this weekend, March 21 young theatre artists in their craft, showcase their and 22, at the Ohlone College Smith Center. The talents, and introduce them to new and exciting largest competition of its kind in Northern Califor- material through energetic competition, interaction nia, the 20th Annual Ohlone College High School with other students, and observing their peers. Theatre Festival found its humble beginnings with “It’s really not about the trophies and medals - only 200 students but now boasts almost 850 con- students are looking for critique. What did I do testants from 27 schools. that’s really great? What do I need work on? And The festival has grown so much over the years then they can go back to their instructor and perfect that teachers have started calling the festival, “The their technique,” said Ohlone Theatre professor Tony Awards and the Oscars rolled up in one.” It’s Michele Hartmangruber no wonder many professionals in theatre, dance and Final judging takes place Saturday, where the entertainment fields trace their roots to this festival. best of the best in each category are chosen. Over 90 Attendees enjoy a variety of performances cover- judges, many from professional theatre back- ing the world of theatre, with events ranging from grounds, come to offer their expert opinion and classical and contemporary drama, humorous mono- provide constructive feedback to these young artists.

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Due to the retirement of one of its Trustees, Ohlone Community College District now has a vacancy on its Board of Trustees for a seat in Area 2, which encompasses the City of Fremont and a small part of Union City. Applicants are being sought by the Board for appointment to this position until the next election in November 2014. Candidates are eligible to apply if they are at least 18 years of age, a California citi- zen, a registered voter, are not disqualified by other laws to hold public office, and reside in the Area 2 boundaries. Individuals interested in applying for this position may download a copy of the application from the Ohlone College web site at www.ohlone.edu/board. The Board’s web page has information about Board proceedings including archives of previous Board meetings, agendas, supporting documentation and minutes. Board meetings are recorded on video, so past board meetings may be viewed on the web site as well. Applicants for the Trustee position are encouraged to re- view agendas and supporting materials and to watch previous meetings to familiarize themselves with the processes and actions of the Board. Interested applicants should submit a completed Trustee Vacancy Application as well as a resume and cover letter explaining their spe- cific reasons for seeking appointment to the Board. For assistance or to request additional information, please contact Shelby Foster in the President’s Office at 510-659-6200. Applications must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on April 16, 2014 at the Office of the College President, Building 27 on the Ohlone College Fremont campus, 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA 94539-5847 or e-mailed to Shelby Foster at [email protected]. The Board will review the applications and contact qualified candi- dates for interview prior to making the appointment.

SUBMITTED BY LAURIE GEBHARD the formal Arbor Day cere- At the City Council meeting on March 13, the monies, prior to City of Newark was certified as Tree City USA for the Council meeting, the City Council partici- the 27th consecutive year. Tree City USA recogni- pated in the traditional planting of a young tree on tion, from the National Arbor Day Foundation the west side of the parking lot at the City Admin- non-profit educational organization, is a symbol of istration Building. the importance of our urban forest. The Founda- Communities receive Tree City USA designa- tion, which began in 1976 as a Bicentennial proj- tion upon the recommendation by the State ect, assists communities in planting and caring for Foresters. To become a Tree City USA, a commu- trees. The Arbor Day Foundation is co-sponsored nity must have a city tree ordinance, a legal tree by the National Association of State Foresters, the governing body, a comprehensive urban forestry USDA Forest service, the National League of program, and an Arbor Day observance. The City Cities, and the US Conference of Mayors. of Newark has over 18,000 city trees and has ful- Tree City USA communities receive a banner filled all the Tree City USA requirements for the with the program’s logo and a plaque. As part of past 27 years.

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Inside been quite active in their community, having vol- Tuesday, March 18 9:15–11:00 Daycare Center Visit – World Gourmet Buffet, however, a gathering of unteered in the following events: Fremont Festival 9:45– 10:15 Daycare Center Visit – FREMONT high school students generated even higher energy of the Arts, Comfort Kit Drive, California School FREMONT 2:00–2:30 Daycare Center Visit – 10:45 – 11:15 Daycare Canter Visit – FREMONT readings. The occasion marked an official charter for the Blind Annual Braille Bee, and Union City FREMONT 2:30 – 3:25 ceremony for the American High School Leo Club Relay for Life. Some sixty percent of their membership is fe- 2:15 – 2:45 Headstart – 37365 Ash St., Cabrillo School, 36700 San Pedro Dr., - 212 members strong. The crowd’s celebratory NEWARK FREMONT male. There is good representation of students from mood turned even higher when the Honorable 4:30 – 5:20 Weibel School, 45135 South 4:45 – 5:30 Baywood Apts., Bill Harrison, Mayor of Fremont, stopped by to the freshman through the senior levels. Grimmer Blvd., FREMONT 4275 Bay St, FREMONT check out the action. Leo clubs, are a key youth program of Lions 5:50 – 6:40 Booster Park, Gable Dr. & 5:50 – 6:30 Jerome Ave. and Installing Officer was Past District Governor Clubs International, providing an opportunity for McDuff Ave., FREMONT Ohlones St., FREMONT (PDG) Linda Griffin, a decorated member of the development and contribution, for young men and Ygnacio Valley Commuters Lions Club. Ceremonies women of the world, individually and collectively., Wednesday, March 19 Wednesday, March 26 began with the induction of the general member- in their local and national community. 12:45 – 2:15 Glenmoor School, 1:00 – 1:45 Hillside School, ship, en masse, then the Board of Directors and The Dawn Breakers Lions Club is proud to 4620 Mattos Drive, FREMONT 15980 Marcella St., San Leandro 3:50 – 4:20 California School for the 2:00 – 2:45 Eden House Apts., Club Officers. The four chief officers are Arjun sponsor this dedicated group of young people Deaf, 39350 Gallaudet Dr., FREMONT 1601 165th Ave., San Leandro Gupta, Charter Leo President; Ruvan Jayaweera, from American High School. Lion President Jeff Green extends a warm welcome to them and con- 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & 3:15 – 3:45 Baywood Ct., Vice President; Rahul Makhijani, Secretary; and Camellia Ct., FREMONT 21966 Dolores St., Castro Valley gratulates them as being a part of the larger Jake Ren, Treasurer. 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr., & VP Ruvan Jayaweera conducted a memorial trib- 150,000 Leo family worldwide. He wholeheart- Thursday, March 20 Camellia Ct., Fremont ute to the late, Lion Lou Rodriguez, Mission San edly thanks the school, parents, some generous 10:00 – 10:30 Daycare Center Visit – Jose, John F. Kennedy and Irvington High School community members, Lions and Leos from the San Lorenzo LEO Clubs Advisor. District for their support and contributions – for 10:45 – 11:45 Daycare Center Visit – President Arjun Gupta thanked Lion Tony Hong making all of this possible. He looks forward to Castro Valley Milpitas Bookmobile stops Mission San Jose, John F. Kennedy and Irvington holding joint community projects, through which 1:20 – 1:50 Daycare Center Visit – Renew books by phone High School LEO Clubs Advisor for supporting the both Lions and Leos can realize the true meaning Hayward (800) 471-0991 2:15 – 3:15 Cherryland School, For more information new – and fourth - LEO club in Fremont by Dawn of leadership and service. 585 Willow Ave., Hayward (408) 293-2326 x3060 Breakers Lions Club. PDG Linda presented the Leo President Jeff is especially jubilant because this is the fourth Leo club the Dawn Breakers have spon- Charter to the club. Monday, March 24 Wednesday, March 19 sored and all of them are actively serving the com- The event culminated with an entertainment 9:30–10:05 Daycare Center Visit - 1:45-3:00 1991 Landess Ave., Milpitas program including songs, violin and guitar compo- munity. Topping it all, the Dawn Breakers Lions UNION CITY 3:15-3:45 120 Dixon Landing Rd., sitions, a unicycle demonstration, magic tricks by Club will be celebrating its 40th Anniversary on 10:25–10:55 Daycare Center Visit - City Milpitas extremely talented Leo members including: Joyce April 16th, 2014! UNION CITY Page 16 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

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Save Our Hills is organizing a gathering at Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens in Union City on Saturday, March 22, from 1 - 3 pm. Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens, part of the East Bay Regional Park system, is a hidden gem at the end of Whipple/May Road. The park consists of a historic cottage built in 1900, a garden with multiple trails, and lots to explore and see. Local historian, Timothy Swenson from the Museum of Local His- tory, will give a talk on the history of Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens, and the surrounding land from pre-historic times to the modern day. Save our Hills and the Museum of Local History are working together SUBMITTED BY LEE FOSTER Juang, Harvey Green, Grade 5; poser Jeff Beal (Monk, House of to have Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens listed on the California, and Shreya Krishna, Mission San Jose, Cards). Over thirty sixth-graders possibly the National, historic registry. remont Symphony Orches- Grade 6; Edison Forster, Warm in the Fremont Unified School Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens is an example of historic preserva- tra, under the direction of Springs, Grade 6; and Lara District created video clips based tion done right. Although not part of Dry Creek Cottage and Gar- FGregory Van Sudmeier, Panda, Niles, Grade 5. Their on this music, and the videos dens, the agricultural fields just outside the park are contributing presents the 40th Annual Free compositions have been arranged were then edited by well-known factors in creating the historic setting for Dry Creek Cottage and Gar- Children’s Concerts on Tuesday, by Kim Scharnberg, whose vast videographer Jeremy Knight. dens. This land is the last large area used for agriculture in Union City. March 25 at 10:15 am and 11:45 experience ranges from conduct- While the full 16-minute presen- The Masonic Homes of California is looking again to develop the flat am in Epler Gymnasium, Ohlone ing major international orchestras tation will be featured at the 50th lands along Mission Blvd. These lands are protected by ballot measure College in Fremont. Seats are to producing highly-commercial Season symphony concert on II, voter approved in 1996. Elizabeth Ames of Save Our Hills will talk available to the public by reserva- recording artists. March 30, a condensed 8-minute about the Masonic Home plan, how it affects you, and what you can tion only. The concerts are geared A special highlight of the version will be included in the do to help preserve the scenic views of our hills. to fourth-, fifth- and sixth- March 2014 Children Concerts is Children’s Concerts. Come to Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens, listen about the past, graders; bringing preschool chil- Musical Visions, a project of the The concerts will also feature the future, and explore the many paths in the garden. Parking for Dry dren is not recommended. For Creative Work Fund. This sym- ten-year-old pianist Khoi Le per- Creek Cottage and Gardens is at the end of May/Whipple Road. Both reservations or more information, phonic work, including both forming the last movement of parking and entrance to the park is free. visit www.fremontsymphony.org music and videos, celebrates Haydn’s Concerto in D with the or- Save Our Hills is a group of local citizens to prevent incompatible or call the Symphony office at FSO’s legacy of involving chil- chestra. Khoi, a fifth-grader at developments that threaten the agricultural, recreational and open (510) 371-4860. dren in the making of art. Origi- Sycamore Valley Elementary School space resources within the City of Union City. The Save Our Hills A regular feature of the Chil- nal musical compositions in Danville, won the Taghioff website is http://www.saveunioncityhills.com/ dren’s Concerts is original com- submitted last year by Fremont Award at FSO’s Young Artist Com- positions by Fremont students Garin Jankowski from petition in January of this year. Save Our Hills Gathering schoolchildren, professionally St. Joseph, Rahul Swaminathan The Symphony’s next regular Saturday, Mar 22 arranged and performed by the from Ardenwood, Sasha Tang concert—A Celebration of Fre- 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. orchestra. Winners of this year’s from Gomes, Tony Ma from Pat- mont—will be at 7 pm on Sun- Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens Young Composer Competition terson, Irene Geng from Hirsch, day, March 30, at Smith Center, Whipple/May Roads, Union City are Annabelle Ancheta, Arden- and Aileen Chen from Mission Ohlone College. For more infor- http://www.saveunioncityhills.com wood, Grade 5; Daniel Xie, Valley were arranged for orchestra mation, call (510) 371-4860 or Free Chadbourne, Grade 6; Shovanne by Emmy-Award-winning com- visit www.fremontsymphony.org.

SUBMITTED BY MONA KOH Currently, we are not accepting reservations at Del Valle We have summer job openings for students as well as beyond Sunday, June 8 for camping, picnicking, swim- openings for park police officers. http://agency.govern- Due to the current statewide drought situation, recre- ming or special events. mentjobs.com/ebparks/default.cfm ational access to some of our lakes, including Del Valle, http://www.ebparks.org/news/drought_s1_p1512 Shadow Cliffs and Quarry Lakes may become limited. March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 17 How can a small school you have never heard of be a better choice than a large one that you hear about all of the time?

Alsion is a small school, with a full- College Mission San Jose campus. time faculty of five highly qualified teach- Upon completion of 9th grade, Alsion ers serving a junior high community of Early College students are co-enrolled only 48 students. As you might expect at the college, where they can earn up from a school with student/teacher ratio to 72 units of college credit trans- 10 to 1, students receive more personal ferrable to the University of California. attention than at a larger institution. Historically, three out of four Alsion However, among small schools, Alsion Early College graduates have been stands out in two important respects. accepted for admission to UC. This is an outstanding college placement First, Alsion is a Montessori program track record for any school regard- for adolescent age students. We recog- less of size or reputation. nize children between the ages of 11 and 15 have developmental challenges (“Rag- Our success in college placement is ing hormones,” impulsive behavior, also due to Alsion’s full-time college boundless energy, peer group loyalty, etc.) guidance counselor/ Advanced Place- that must be channeled in constructive ment English instructor. His services ways. Each of our teachers completed are spread among only twenty students formal postgraduate study in under- rather than hundreds, as typical of the standing adolescents and guiding them larger, better known schools. At toward successful maturity. At Alsion Ohlone he is the Alsion students’ ad- each teacher in a five-member team en- vocate among the College’s professors gages with every student in the school and administrators. every day, all during the three years a student is enrolled here. We have an ex- To answer my initial question, Alsion ceptional insight into each child, who is a better choice for your child because he or she is, and what is likely to unlock he or she will be better supported, both his or her potential. as a middle school adolescent and as a college-bound high school student, than Second, we assume parents want anywhere else. their child to have an edge in college admission. In this respect, Alsion of- fers a unique advantage. We are lo- Michael Leahy cated adjacent to Ohlone Community FOUNDER AND CHAIR, EMERITUS

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is very important. If we are ever cally speaking, copies of each to send a person to a faraway other. Any differences in their place like Mars, we would need health during the experiment are to know how to keep astronauts likely because of the fact that one safe and healthy in space for long is in space. Comparing the two of stretches of time. them throughout the year will When Scott was selected to be allow scientists a clear picture of part of this historic mission, the what living in space for a long brothers had a thought. They real- time can do to you. The Identical ized that even though only one of Mark and Scott are so excited them was going back into space, for this opportunity that they are Astronaut they were uniquely qualified to act asking scientists from all over the as a human experiment together. world for ideas for experiments to Experiment In most experiments, scientists perform on them. like to compare the thing they are What kind of experiment Twin astronauts Mark Kelly (Left) and Scott Kelly (Right). Credit: NASA. experimenting on with some- would you perform if you had a ALEX H. KASPRAK thing that is not being changed at twin in space? NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND Both have a great deal of expe- Station. Most astronauts stay at all. But it’s hard to compare one What would you bring with SPACE ADMINISTRATION rience in space. But one of the space station for no more human to another. Any differ- you on a long trip to Mars? Find them—Scott—will be spending a than six months. ences in results could simply be out how hard it is to make these Identical twins Mark and whole lot more time there come The goal of the mission will due to the fact that they are two tough decisions at NASA’s Space Scott Kelly share more than March 2015. He will be the first be to see what living in space for different people. Place: looks. For 15 years, they shared American astronaut to spend a a long period of time does to a But the Kelly brothers are http://spaceplace.nasa.gov/mars- the same job—astronaut. year at the International Space human. This kind of information identical twins. They are, biologi- adventure/.

Spring Celebration Saturday, Apr 5 Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner, Programs and Entertainment: 6:30 p.m. Hilton Newark/Fremont 39900 Balentine Dr., Newark continued from page 1 (510) 790-0740 http://www.cbcsfbay.org/ pointed by Governor Jerry Brown to the California Tickets: $88/seat, $800/sponsor tables of 10 seats Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Af- RSVPs needed by Mar 21 fairs in 2013, and Volunteer of the Year Lily Mei, a Fre- mont Unified School District School Board Trustee. This year’s theme is aptly named “Year of the Horse - Blazing the Trail to Success.” “It is CBC’s wish for all of our members, friends, families and supporters to attain success in life by learning from some of the traits of the horse [loyal, patient, energetic, active],” said CBC Presi- dent Ivy Wu. “[We] hope many people in our commu- nity, especially organizations, families and individuals who are new to our community, will join CBC by partic- ipating in this upcoming gala. We also welcome everyone to our monthly meeting held on the first Wednesday of every month, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Carlton Plaza in Fremont,” added Wu. Dress code for the evening is black tie or dress suit for men, and long dresses or cheong sams for women. Din- ner options are beef, fish, or vegetarian. RSVPs are needed by March 21 - reserve your spot soon, as tables fill up fast for this memorable celebration! Contact Kathy Jang for tickets and information at (510) 790-0740 or [email protected]. March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 19

continued from page 1 pany (ADC), and continued her train- ing under several renowned teachers from Chennai, India. Since 2005, Rasika has been a featured soloist, principal dancer, and choreographer for many ADC’s performance seasons. Her choreog-

South Indian classical dance. Through rhythmic movements and stylized gestures, stories from Hindu mythology are re- told in classical dance drama format. Abhinaya is a leading multi-cultural organization in the South Bay, known both for its adherence to tradition as well as its innovative multi-cultural collaborations. “We are extremely proud and excited to perform in Mil- pitas, a community with more SUBMITTED BY MARY GALDE than 60 percent Asian her- PHOTOS BY CHRISTIAN PIZZIRANI itage,” said Kumar. “The per- formance is in partnership Broadway West Theatre Company presents the Tony Award-Win- with India Community Center ning Comedy, by Tom Stoppard, “Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are in Milpitas to provide Indian Dead,” directed by Ross Arden Harkness. Americans residing in the Fre- Performances run March 21 – April 19. mont-Milpitas region access to A fabulously inventive tale of Hamlet as told from the worm’s-eye a professional classical dance view of the bewildered Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, college chums concert which draws not only of Hamlet and minor characters in Shakespeare’s play. Here, this from Hindu mythology, but Shakespearean Laurel and Hardy get a chance to take the lead role, also American history, and but do so in a world where reality and illusion intermix and where current world events.” fate leads our two heroes on an unexpected path. The concert will be en- Performance times are 8 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Satur- hanced by live music ensemble days. There are three Sunday matinees: March 30 and April 6 mati- of young musicians including nee performances begin with a continental brunch (included in price Malavika Kumar (nat- of ticket) at 12:15 pm, and the show begins at 1 p.m. The April 13 tuvangam), Sindhu Natarajan performance starts at 1 p.m. with refreshments during intermission (vocals), Ganesh Ramnarayanan raphy has been featured in several prestigious venues (included in price of ticket). (mridangam), Sruti Sarathy (violin), and Prasant including the San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival, SF Regular ticket prices are $25 general and $20 for Students, Sen- Radhakrishnan (saxophone). WestWave Festival, and sjDANCEco’s ChoreoProject iors and TBA members. Thursday, March 27, April 10 and April 17 Rasika Kumar will portray a devadasi (temple Awards series and has earned her an Arts Council of performances are $17 for everyone, with a bargain Thursday (no dancer) who refuses to abandon her art; a young Silicon Valley Performing Arts Fellowship (2008). reservations – first come, first seat!) held on April 3 with all tickets woman, Savitri, who challenges Yama (the Hindu Tickets are $15 general and $10 student/senior; $10. Brunch Sunday performances and Opening night are $25 for god of Death); Rosa Parks, who ignites a national ICC members receive a $2 discount per ticket. Tick- everyone. All ticket prices include refreshments. movement with a simple act of defiance; Japanese ets can be purchased online at http://abhinaya.org/ citizens rebuilding their lives after a devastating or at the door. Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead tsunami; and finally, the Hindu monkey-god Hanu- Courage Friday, Mar 21 – Saturday, Apr 19 man who epitomizes bravery and strength. Sunday, Mar 30 1 p.m. Matinees / 8 p.m. Evening performances Hailed as “Among the best of this second genera- 4 p.m. Broadway West Theatre Company tion of Indian dancers,” Rasika Kumar is a India Community Center 4000-B Bay Street, Fremont Bharatanatyam performer and choreographer, tradi- 525 Los Coches St., Milpitas (510) 683-9218 tional but with contemporary sensibilities. Rasika (408) 871-5959 www.broadwaywest.org learned Bharatanatyam from her mother Mythili www.abhinaya.org Tickets $10 - $25 Kumar, Artistic Director of Abhinaya Dance Com- Tickets: $15 general, $10 student/senior Page 20 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

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Tony Award-Winning Comedy “Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead” by Tom Stoppard, directed by Ross Arden Harkness March 21 – April 19

A fabulously inventive tale of Hamlet as told from the worm’s- eye view of the bewildered Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, college chums of Hamlet and minor characters in Shakespeare’s play. Here, this Shakespearean Laurel and Hardy get a chance to take the lead role, but doing so in a world where reality and illusion in- termix and where fate leads our two heroes on an unexpected path. Broadway West Theatre Company 4000-B Bay Street in Fremont For reservations & information, call 510-683-9218, or purchase tickets at www.broadwaywest.org

Performance times are 8 pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. There are three Sunday matinees: March 30 and April 6 matinee performances begin with a con- tinental brunch (included in price of ticket) at 12:15 pm, and the show begins at 1 pm. The April 13 performance starts at 1 pm with refreshments during intermis- sion (included in price of ticket). Regular ticket prices are $25 general and $20 for Students, Seniors and TBA mem- bers. Thursday, March 27, April 10 and17 performances are $17 for everyone, with a bargain Thursday (no reservations – first come, first seat!) held on April 3 - all tickets $10. Brunch Sunday performances and Opening night are $25 for everyone. All ticket prices include refreshments.

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Artist reception Friday, Feb 7 (510) 581-4050 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. www.sungallery.org Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward Tuesdays, Feb 25 thru Apr 15 (510) 538-2787 NAMI Peer-to-Peer Education [email protected] Continuing Events Program – R 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb 7 - Sunday, Apr 6 Support for adults with mental health Children’s Book Illustrator’s Ex- Mondays, Jan 20 thru Apr 7 challenges hibit HR Certification Prep Course FUDTA Offices 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. $R 39350 Civic Center Dr, Fremont Variety of artist’s works on display 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. (408) 422-3831 Sun Gallery [email protected] Learn skills & test prep for Human Re- 1015 E St., Hayward sources exam Western Digital Corporation 44200 Osgood Rd., Fremont (415) 291-1992 www.nchra.org

Saturday, Jan 25 - Sunday, Apr 13 55” Images of Sea Level Rise 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Exhibit details the impact of rising bay waters Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270 www.incredibletravelphotos.com /55inches

Sundays, Jan 26 thru Mar 23 The Happy Leader - Teen Lead- ership Program $ 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens design a plan for personal & aca- demic growth India Community Center 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas 408-934-1130 www.indiacc.org

Tuesday, Jan 28 - Saturday, Apr 12 Jamaica THEN & Cuba NOW Mon: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Tues &Thurs: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sat: 12 noon - 3 p.m. Images of the Peace Corps PhotoCentral 1099 E St., Hayward (510) 881-6721 www.photocentral.org

Saturdays, Feb 1 thru Apr 19 Teen/Senior Computer and Gadget Help 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Teens teach seniors to use electronic de- vices Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400 www.aclibrary.org

Tuesday, Feb 4 – Thursday, Mar 27 Artist’s Guild of the East Bay: Jump into Spring 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Local artists display a variety of art mediums

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A positive path for spiritual living Unity of Fremont Sunday 12:30 pm

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Continuing Events Broadway West Theatre Com- Wednesday, Mar 19 pany Dementia and Alzheimer’s Ed- Farmers’ Markets 400 B Bay St., Fremont ucation Series – R (510) 683-9218 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Mar 2 - Friday, Mar 28 www.broadwaywest.org Learn the signs & how to cope “Shared Perceptions” 0FREMONT: South Hayward Glad Tidings Includes lunch 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturdays, Mar 22 -May 10 Saturdays Aegis of Fremont San Lorenzo Adult School art exhibit Chinese Folk Songs $R Centerville 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 3850 Walnut Ave., Fremont Alameda Historical Museum 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturdays Year-round (510) 739-1515 2324 Alameda Ave., Alameda Learn about a special genre of music [email protected] 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. W. Tennyson Rd. between Tyrell (510) 521-1233 Ohlone College Year-round Ave. and Tampa Ave., Hayward www.alamedamuseum.org 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont Wednesday, Mar 19 Bonde Way at Fremont Blvd., (510) 783-9377 (510) 742-2304 Fremont www.cafarmersmarkets.com Family Literacy Night – R Mondays, Mar 3 thru Mar 24 http://ohlone.augusoft.net (510) 909-2067 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Community Emergency Re- www.fremontfarmersmarket.com MILPITAS: Story-telling and book related crafts sponse Team Training – R Monday, Mar 24 – Saturday, Parents and kids Pre-K thru 3rd 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. May 31 Kaiser Permanente Fremont Milpitas Farmers’ Market at grade Farmers’ Market ICC Emergency assistance procedures for Spring Exhibition Fremont Adult School Hayward residents Thursdays Sundays 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont Hayward City Hall 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Over 200 pictures from patrons & stu- (510) 793-2240 777 B St., Hayward dents [email protected] Year-round Year-round (510) 583-4948 PhotoCentral 39400 Paseo Padre Pkwy., India Community Center 1099 E St., Hayward Fremont 525 Los Coches St. Wednesday, Mar 19 Monday, Apr 21-Friday, Apr 25 (510) 881-6721 800-949-FARM 800-949-FARM Food Scrap Recycling Work- Spring Break 1-on-1 Tutoring www.photcentral.org www.pcfma.com www.pcfma.com shop $R 11 a.m. 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Monday, Jun 23 - Friday, Jul Irvington Farmers’ Market NEWARK: Program includes free lunch Students grades 3 - 6 get help in core sub- 31 Sundays Union City Ruggieri Senior Cen- jects Ohlone for Kids $R 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Newark Farmers’ Market ter Register by 3/1/2014 8 a.m. 33997 Alvarado-Niles Road, Year-round Sundays Fremont Adult School Summer enrichment program Union City Bay Street and Trimboli Way, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont (510) 675-5328 Fremont Year-round Registration begins April 1 (510) 794-2538 www.unioncity.org 800-949-FARM NewPark Mall Ohlone College Shootingstarsfoundation123@gm 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont www.pcfma.com 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark ail.com 1-800-897-FARM (510) 742-2304 Wednesday, Mar 19 http://www.fuss4schools.org www.ohloneforkids.com HAYWARD: www.agriculturalinstitute.org MFMII Dance Workshop – R Monday, Apr 21-Friday, Apr 25 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Hayward Farmers’ Market Bayfair Mall Academic Boot Camp $R Adult instruction to share movement Saturdays Saturdays 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. with kids 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Mar 18 Warwick Elementary School 3375 Warwick Rd., Fremont Year-round Enrichment for grades 3 – 6 “Pass or Fail? The State of Edu- Year-round (510) 733-1189 Fairmont and East 14th St., San Register by 3/1/2014 cation” Hayward City Plaza [email protected] 777 B. St., Hayward Leandro Fremont Adult School 7 p.m. 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont 1-800-897-FARM (925) 465-4690 Film, discussion and refreshments www.cafarmersmkts.com (510) 794-2538 Wednesday, Mar 19 www.agriculturalinstitute.org Lifetree Café Shootingstarsfoundation123@gm Maintain Your Brain ail.com 4020 Technology Pl., Fremont St. Rose Hospital Farmers’ UNION CITY: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. http://www.shooting-stars-foun- (510) 797-7910 Market Tips to stay healthy and alert dation.org www.Lifetreecafe.com Tuesdays Kaiser Permanente Union Union City Ruggieri Senior 12 noon – 4 p.m. City Farmers’ Market Tuesday, Mar 18 Center Saturdays, Mar 1 - Mar 29 33997 Alvarado-Niles Road, Year-round Tuesdays Youth Roundtable Meeting 27200 Calaroga Ave., Hayward Bridges to Jobs Union City 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 6 p.m. (510) 264-4139 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (510) 675-5328 Year-round Police discuss public safety with teens www.digdeepcsa.com Kaiser Permanente Medical Job interview training class www.alz.org San Leandro Public Library Offices Centerville Presbyterian Church 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro Kaiser Permanente Hayward 3553 Whipple Rd., Union City 4360 Central Ave., Fremont Wednesday, Mar 19 (510) 577-3971 Farmers’ Market 800-949-FARM (510) 299-2223 How the Lending Industry Im- www.aclibrary.org Wednesdays www.pcfma.com http://bridgestojobs.org pacts You $R 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tuesday, Mar 18 Union City Farmers’ Market Tuesdays, Mar 4 thru Apr 29 Lunch and guest speaker Year-round “A Fish in Stone” 27400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward Saturdays Community Police Academy – Hilton Hotel 7 p.m. 800-949-FARM 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. R 39900 Balentine Dr., Newark Discussion about the Ice Age www.pcfma.com Year-round 6:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. (510) 299-2931 Old Alvarado Park Crime prevention workshop For school-age children Smith and Watkins Streets, Hayward Police Department Fremont Main Library Wednesday, Mar 19 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Union City 22701 Main St, Hayward Ohlone Community Band $ 800-949-FARM (510) 293-7151 (510) 745-1400 www.aclibrary.org 7:30 p.m. www.pcfma.com [email protected] Family oriented music Smith Center Friday, Mar 8-Sunday, Mar 23 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont Monte Python’s Spamalot $ (510) 659-6031 Fri & Sat: 8:00 p.m. www.ohlonecommunityband.org Sun: 2:30 p.m. Irreverent comedy about King Arthur Newark Memorial High School Mom or Dad 39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 791-0287 www.stage1theatre.org forgetting things? Are they telling the same stories or asking the same Friday, Mar 8-Saturday, Mar 29 questions over and over? Have they lost interest in socialization Hotel Escargot $ and hobbies? This 5-part education support series will 8 p.m. offer very practical tips for people who love someone who Off-beat, comedic play is living with Dementia, including Alzheimer’s Disease. Sunol Glen School 11601 Main St., Sunol The dates for this 5-part series are: A light lunch and (925) 895-3767 beverages will www.sunol.net 3/19/14 from 11am – 12:30pm be served 4/23/14 from 11am – 12:30pm Thursday, Mar 20 - Sunday, FREE Mar 30 5/21/14 from 11am – 12:30pm Much Ado About Nothing $ Thurs – Sat: 8 p.m. RSVP at least one week Sun: 2 p.m. prior to the seminar Shakespeare comedy bare-bones style RSVP via email to: Made Up Theatre [email protected] 3392 Seldon Ct., Fremont or Via phone: 1-510-739-1515 www.madeuptheatre.com and ask for Candy

Thursday, Mar 20 - Saturday, Apr 5 Anything Goes $ Thurs & Fri: 7:00 p.m. Sat: 2:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Comedic love triangle Irvington High School 41800 Blacow Rd., Fremont (510) 590-7510 www.ihsdrama.com

Thursday, Mar 20 - Sunday, Apr 19 Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead $ Thurs - Sat: 8:00 p.m. Sun: 12:15 p.m. Comedic musing of Hamlet’s friends March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 23

Thursday, Mar 20 Friday, Mar 21 Saturday, Mar 22 East Bay Stompers Band Stand Up for Champions $ Houston Jones Concert $ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, April 5, 2014 Dixie, swing & standards music Live comedy Live music Bronco Billy’s Pizza Moreau Catholic High School Mission Coffee Roasting House $32 Per Person 41200 Blacow Road, Fremont 27170 Mission Blvd., Hayward 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont $20 in coupons refunded upon arrival at casino (510) 438-0121 (510) 582-1910 (510) 474-1004 www.moreaucatholic.org Reserve Your Seat Thursday, Mar 20 Saturday, Mar 22 “Make It in America: Sell It to Friday, Mar 21 Red Carpet Casino Night $ Now—Space Limited the World” – R Open Mic 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Dinner, auction and games Contact: Debbie 673-3016 or Exports, finances and global market up- Music, storytelling and comedy Fundraiser for New Haven 794-3437 / Christy 673-3389 dates Mission Coffee Roasting House Schools Make Checks Payable to Hayward City Hall 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont Union City Sports Center Viola Blythe Center—P.O. Box 777 B St., Hayward (510) 474-1004 31224 Union City Blvd., (510) 208-0410 Union City 362, Newark, Ca. 94560 https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/eP Friday, Mar 21 - Saturday, (510) 918-7555 Refreshments on Bus Included ublic/event/editWebReg.do?Smar Mar 22 [email protected] Bingo & Raffles on Bus tCode=4Q4M High School Theatre Festival $ 8 a.m. Saturday, Mar 22 Thursday, Mar 20 Saturday, Mar 22 Lake Chabot Drama, comedy, dance and improve Clay Magnets Workshop Business Expo and Trade Show Ages 5 – 9: 2 p.m. Holi Fest $ 17600 Lake Chabot Rd, Smith Center Castro Valley 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont Ages 9 - 13: 3 p.m. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Food, music, drinks and prizes Supplies provided Music, lunch and spreading of colors (888) 327-2757 (510) 659-6031 www.ebparksonline.org Transfiguration Catholic Church www.smithcenter.com Fremont Main Library Baylands Park 4000 East Castro Valley Blvd, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont 999 E. Caribbean Dr., Sunnyvale Saturday, Mar 22 Castro Valley Saturday, Mar 22 - Sunday, (510) 745-1400 (408) 359-7262 Hot Apple Cider $ (510) 538- 7941 Mar 23 www.aclibrary.org htp://rana.org 11 a.m. - 12 noon http://www.edenareachamber.com/ Fremont Friends of the Library Book Sale $ Saturday, Mar 22 Saturday, Mar 22 Make cider on a wood burning stove Thursday, Mar 20 Sat: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. “What?! Sharks in my Back- Budding Birders Ardenwood Historic Farm Jackson Casino Trip $R Sun: 12 noon - 3 p.m. yard?” 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. $1 per inch stacked; clearance Sunday 2 p.m. Basic instruction for bird watching Bus transportation and food coupon $5 per bag Discuss sea level rise (510) 544-2797 Ages 7+ www.ebparks.org Union City Ruggieri Senior Bring your own bags San Lorenzo Community Center Coyote Hills Regional Park Center Fremont Teen Center 1970 Via Buena Vista, San 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., 33997 Alvarado-Niles Road, 39770 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Lorenzo Fremont Saturday, Mar 22 Union City Fremont (510) 881-6700 (510) 544-3220 Afternoon of Fun and Games $ (510) 675-5328 (510) 494-1103 www.ebparks.org 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. www.unioncity.org Saturday, Mar 22 Stilts, tug-of-war and spoon races Saturday, Mar 22 Bird Hike Saturday, Mar 22 Ardenwood Historic Farm Friday, Mar 21 Movie Night $ 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Marsh Meander 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Unity Dinner $ 7:30 p.m. Naturalist led walk 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Fremont 6 p.m. “Broncho Billy’s Christmas Dinner” and Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center Search for birds and animals (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org Dinner and entertainment “The Son of a Gun” 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward Ages 5+ India Community Center Niles Essanay Theater (510) 670-7270 Coyote Hills Regional Park 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont www.haywardrec.org 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Saturday, Mar 22 408-934-1130 (510) 494-1411 Fremont CSI - Clobber Sunol Invasives – www.IndiaCC.org Saturday, Mar 22 (510) 544-3220 R Saturday, Mar 22 Prom Dress Swap www.ebparks.org 10 a.m. - 12 noon Fight the spread of invasive plants Friday, Mar 21 Save Our Hills Gathering 12 noon - 4 p.m. Saturday, Mar 22 Science Lecture for Children 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Donate dresses and accessories Tough gloves required 4:30 p.m. Dry Creek Cottage and Gardens Crab Feed $ Sunol Regional Wilderness Hayward Weekes Branch Library 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol For elementary school age kids Whipple/May Roads, Union City 5 p.m. 27300 Patrick Ave., Hayward (510) 544-3249 http://www.saveunioncityhills.com Food, music, dancing and auction Fremont Main Library (510) 293-5065 www.ebparks.org 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont [email protected] Newark Memorial High School (510) 745-1400 Saturday, Mar 22 39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark Saturday, Mar 22 ACT Practice Test Saturday, Mar 22 (510) 791-0287 Measure E Campaign Kick Off Friday, Mar 21 - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Dhuleti newark.highschoolcrabfeed@ya hoo.com 10 a.m. Mar 22 Test prep workshop for teens 11:30 a.m. Volunteer to promote Measure E Silver Restoration Event $ Castro Valley Library Playing of the colors, drums and food Saturday, Mar 22 Support Fremont schools 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 3600 Norbridge Ave., Bay Area Youth Vaishnav Parivar Fremont Community Center Repair, re-plate and polish silver pieces Castro Valley Pet First Aid and CPR $R 25 Corning Ave., Milpitas 40204 Paseo Padre Pkway., (510) 667-7900 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Gift Gallery (408) 586-0006 Fremont www.aclibrary.org Focus on basic first aid 2720 Mowry Ave., Fremont http://bayvp.org (650) 687-7756 (510) 793-2772 Ages 12+ [email protected] Page 24 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

Saturday, Mar 22 Cross Fit Gym Sunday, Mar 23 (888) 327-2757 Hayward Main Library Community Health Fair 33415 Western Ave., Union City Introduction to Bird Watching www.ebparks.org 835 C St., Hayward 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (510) 324-8153 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (510) 881-7974 Information booths, kid’s activities and http://tommysmithfundraiser.co Use guides to identify birds Sunday, Mar 23 [email protected] m/home.html prizes Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Sunol to Mission Peak Hike $R Union City Apostolic Church Center 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Mar 25 Sunday, Mar 23 33700 Alvarado-Niles Road, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward 10.5 mile hike with 2,200 foot elevation Fremont Symphony’s Children’s Union City “Images of India” Kids Art (510) 670-7270 Ages 12+ Concert – R (510) 468-3402 Contest – R www.haywardrec.org Sunol Regional Wilderness 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. 3 p.m. 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol Live music for grades 4 - 6 only Sunday, Mar 23 Kids ages 3 -12 create pictures Sunday, Mar 23 (510) 544-2233 Ohlone College Smith Family Benefit and Police India Community Center Wild Edibles and Plant Uses – www.ebparks.org 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont Unity Tour $ 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas R (510) 371-4860 9 a.m. (408) 934-1130 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday, Mar 24 www.fremontsymphony.org Workout, auction, raffle and food trucks www.IndiaCC.org Identify and taste edible plants “San Francisco: A Food Biogra- Ages 18+ phy” Garin Regional Park 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. 1320 Garin Ave., Hayward Author Erica Peters book talk

SUBMITTED BY BOLDLY ME through classes and counseling services. ing necessary funds so we can run important Classes focus on self-compassion, physical life skills classes throughout the year,” says Boldly Me’s Got Talent II The community at large is invited to help wellness, and financial stability. The funds President and Founder Alanna Powell. Saturday, Apr 5 support the next generation of leaders and raised from the “Got Talent” event are used Tickets are $75 per adult and $25 for 6 p.m. -10 p.m. children by attending “Boldly Me’s Got Tal- to pay for facility rental fees, teachers, sup- the children’s buffet (3-12 years) if pur- Marriott Silicon Valley ent II.” The second annual fundraiser will be plies, and equipment to run the classes. chased before March 22 and $100 per 46100 Landing Pkwy, Fremont held Saturday, April 5th at the Marriott Sili- “This fundraiser is fundamental to how adult and $35 for the children’s buffet (408) 768-9257 con Valley in Fremont and include dinner, we help families and people from two per- when purchased after March 22. Regis- http://www.boldlyme.org/ entertainment, and dancing. spectives – allowing them to have an oppor- ter at www.boldlyme.org, or via e-mail Tickets: $75 before Mar 22; Boldly Me is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organ- tunity to be bold and bravely conquer their or mail. For more information, call $100 after Mar 22 ization that helps people build self-esteem fears in a safe, loving public forum, and rais- (408) 768-9257.

Rotary World Leader Comes to Fremont

SUBMITTED BY ROTARIAN Chuck Canada, president of Niles Rotary. “Amaz- LILA BRINGHURST ingly we are hosting two this month, as current Ro- tary International president, Ron Burton, will be PHOTO BY ROTARIAN CAROL SMITH our guest for lunch on March 27.” Tickets are avail- able at Nilesrotary-burton.eventbrite.com. Gary C. K. Huang, President-elect of Rotary Inter- Prior to his visit to Fremont, Huang spoke to sev- SUBMITTED BY FRANK HOLLAND national for 2014-2015, recently visited Fremont to address local Rotarians and With an average cost of $1,139 in 2013, attending a prom can be their guests. The Rotary financially challenging for many teens and their families. To help year begins July 1, so he is lessen the burden, Hayward Library, Weekes Branch, will hold its first traveling around the world ever Prom Dress Swap on Saturday, March 22. to help train 34,000 club “Prom is a time where we are expected to go all out. We have to presidents who will lead look our best, and getting ready takes months. But, the biggest worry their clubs next year. It is a is money - having to pay for the prom ticket, transportation and daunting, but exciting task. clothes,” said Tennyson High School Senior Navpreet Khabra. “When The Rotary world is divided I heard about the Prom Dress Swap, I was relieved. It allows me the into zones, districts and option to give a dress, for a dress. It’s a great opportunity.” areas, with experienced vol- To be part of the swap, just bring a gently used prom, formal, party, unteers at each local level. or vintage dress – shoes and accessories, too – to the Weekes Branch Rotary International, Library beginning Saturday, February 22 through the morning of Sat- founded in Chicago in urday, March 22. Teens donating a dress will get a ticket to shop for 1905 began as a fellowship one dress from 12 noon – 2 p.m. on March 22. Those without a dress and soon expanded to in- to swap are welcome to attend between 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. clude service projects. In Dresses should be current, recently cleaned and in excellent condition. keeping with the Rotary Gary Huang, who will be the worldwide leader of Rotary International from July 1, 2014 until June 30, 2015, visited Fremont recently with his wife, Corinna. All sizes and styles are welcome. The Prom Dress Swap is also a great op- motto “Service above Self,’’ every club takes on commu- portunity for community members to help a local teen attend the prom, eral hundred incoming club presidents at the Far West nity projects and teams up with clubs from other and make a little more space in their closets by donating no longer needed President–Elect Training Seminar (PETS) in San Jose, countries on international projects. Rotary now has dresses and accessories. Donations are being accepted at both the Weekes outlining his plans for the coming year and explaining about 1,200,000 members worldwide. Branch (27300 Patrick Ave) and Main Library (835 C Street). the meaning of his theme, “Light Up Rotary.” Huang served as Vice President for Richard Sponsored by the Weekes Branch Library Teen Advisory Group, President-elect Gary C. K. Huang was born in King, a member of the Niles Rotary Club, who this event is free and open to all local teens. southern China and grew up in Taiwan. He is a was Rotary International President in 2001-2002; graduate of Eastern Michigan University and holds they formed a lasting friendship. King and the six Prom Dress Swap an MBA from the College of Insurance in New Rotary clubs in the Tri-City area hosted Presi- Saturday, Mar 22 York. Huang is Honorary 12 noon – 4 p.m. Chairman of Taiwan Sok Weekes Branch Library Shinkong Security Company, 27300 Patrick Ave, Hayward Ltd. and a past president of (510) 293-5065 the Malayan Overseas Insur- [email protected] ance Company. Free Huang and his wife, Corinna, have three children. In 2004 he authored a book about his business and Ro- tary experiences called “Find- ing Solutions, Not Excuses.” Huang will be the first Chinese president of Rotary International. There are many SUBMITTED BY CRAIG CABLE Rotary clubs in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao and Singapore, Remaining hopeful, while facing difficulties, will be the topic but only two in China: Bei- of discussion at Lifetree Café on Tuesday, March 25. The free jing and Shanghai. Both are program, titled, “Why do bad things keep happening? Finding provisional clubs, with most hope against all odds,” features a screening of the short film, members ex-patriot citizens of “My Last Days.” Rotary International President-elect Gary C.K. Huang receives a rooster sculpture from Past Rotary International President Richard King. other countries. The film chronicles the experiences of Ryan and Amy Green On the Sunday, March 9, and their young son Joel as he faces repeated health challenges. District Rotarians and Asian community organi- dent-elect Huang at a luncheon on March 10, at- “It’s hard each time, but there’s still hope each time,” says Amy zations honored Huang and his wife with a recep- tended by Rotarians and guests from around the Green of her son’s life-threatening issues. tion at the Taiwanese Culture Center in Bay Area. Participants in the Lifetree program will experience an hour Sunnyvale. Delighted by seeing friends he knew In his remarks on important global initiatives, of encouragement and hope. Lifetree Café is a place where as long ago as high school, the soon-to-be-presi- Huang said, “Eradicating polio has been a goal of people gather for conversation on life and faith in a casual cof- dent of Rotary International spoke to them in the Rotary for many years. We have partnered with the feehouse-type setting. Taiwanese dialect, encouraging them to become Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and other or- Rotarians. He then taught the 300-member audi- ganizations, and hope the world will be polio-free “Why do bad things keep happening? ence his trademark “Happy Clap” and a few lines and sustained for three years by 2018.” Although Tuesday, Mar 25 of his specially created song for Rotary next year, most countries do not have any cases of polio, it still 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. in his native language. exists in three or four areas. Unstable governments Lifetree Café Huang chose the theme Light Up Rotary for his and parental fear of the polio vaccine create ongoing 4020 Technology Pl, Fremont 2014-15 presidential year, inspired by the teachings challenges, but the end is in sight. (510) 797-7910 of Chinese philosopher, Confucius, who said: “It is “It is rare that a club has the opportunity to host [email protected] Lifetreecafe.com better to light a single candle than to sit and curse a Rotary International president,” commented Free the darkness.” March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 25

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Debate continues over Niles Canyon Bridge

BY JOE GOLD Creek; new supports would be in the flood plain, but not in the stream itself, cleaning the habitat for Caltrans trotted out its latest plans to replace the steelhead trout and salmon that California Fish and 86-year-old Niles Canyon Bridge on State Route 84 Wildlife is trying to reestablish. Iberien said the plan at a meeting at Niles Elementary School on March could include pedestrian and bike paths set apart 4. Planned improvements were displayed via aerial from the roadway if local governments want them. photos and planners explained their rationale for the As the plan stands, the Environmental Impact project. The public reaction to the $30 million proj- Report will be available for public comment in late ect, especially from the group, “Save Niles Canyon” 2014, finalized in fall 2015 with a final roadway de- seemed to be “Don’t bother.” sign completed in 2016, construction started in Public meetings are part of the “scoping” process 2017 and completed in 2018. The new bridge is in- of an exhaustive Environmental Impact Report, so- tended to serve for 100 years. The $30 million con- liciting public concerns for what Caltrans environ- struction cost is being borne by the California State mental planner Oliver Iberien called “a phone-book Highway Operations and Protection Program. Several attendees identified themselves as mem- sided document.” He added, “Part of the process is She was preceded in death by her husband Roger, her par- bers of Save Niles Canyon which has actively op- asking the public what alternatives are appropriate, ents Esther & John and her sister-in-law Rae. posed the project since the first public what alternatives should be considered.” She was hardworking and owned her own business in San announcements in 2011; not only the bridge, but a Iberien said the existing bridge is state of the Mateo. She was an active member of ABWA (American series of issues along State Route 84 from Mission art—for 1928. But, by 2014 standards the current Business Women's Association) and received the Business Street in Fremont to I-680. The group’s web site bridge is too narrow, needs consistently paved Woman of the Year Award for San Mateo County. She re- complained that the project would destroy the creek shoulders, and lacks crashworthy and snag-resistant tired in 1988. habitat and remove hundreds of trees. guardrails to keep cars from leaving the roadway. He After retirement she spent much of her time volunteering. Steve Wilson of Save Niles Canyon said he was said the plan included slightly widening and She was an active member of the Crystal Springs Auxiliary of concerned that a wider bridge would enable speed- smoothing out the “brokeback” curve that is too CHS (Children's Home Society of CA). She also volun- ing, and urged rumble strips and signage to slow sharp for the design speed of 45 mph. The new teered at LOV Newark (League of Volunteers) driving pa- drivers in the canyon. He urged Caltrans to adopt a bridge would meet updated seismic standards, with tients to doctor's appointments and chemo treatments, office fish-friendly design. a 12-foot wide roadway and an 8-foot shoulder, work and helping with the Summer Rec Program for Kids. Yvonne West said she found the project unneces- which leaves room for disabled vehicles to get out of She was a loving, thoughtful and generous person who sary, and asked the eight Caltrans officials present the traffic lane and accommodates bicycle and loved her family. She is survived by her sons John & Jim, how one might go about stopping the project. pedestrian traffic. Double-twisted wire mesh would daughter-in-law Carrie, brothers Allen, John & Ron, sister- Iberien said contacting mayors, city council restrain the canyon walls where sliding might occur in-laws Peggy & Gena, granddaughters Nicole & Samantha members and other elected officials might be the and become a road hazard. and their spouses Paul & Chasen and numerous, nieces, best way to bring the project to a halt, if that’s what The new bridge plan is intended to reduce acci- nephews and cousins. the public wants. “If we knew all the answers,” he dents and future maintenance costs. A support A private service will be held at the Fremont Chapel of said, “we wouldn’t have these meetings.” pylon for the existing bridge stands in Alameda the Roses.

Alameda County Assessor’s office launches new website

SUBMITTED BY GUY ASHLEY Most users will find all the information their property taxes right from the app. More to the State Board of Equalization. they need on the home page of the new web- than 2,500 people have downloaded the app “We are excited about our new website The Alameda County Assessor’s Office is site, where there are quick links to the Most from Google Play and the Apple Store since it and the potential for improved customer serv- inviting the public to use its new website, Popular Topics, Most Popular Forms and a was released in March 2013. ice it provides,’’ said Ron Thomsen, Alameda which includes a number of new features de- Parcel Viewer. Also featured prominently on The remainder of the website is organized County Assessor. “Our office is one of the signed to provide a better user experience for the home page is a link to the Alameda under six blue tabs across the top of the page. places where Alameda County residents most people seeking information about local prop- County Property App, an innovative tool in- Each tab covers a topic of common interest to commonly interact directly with County gov- erties, property assessments and other impor- troduced last year that allows access via cell customers of the Assessor’s Office, and pro- ernment. The improvements we have made tant matters. phone or other mobile device to information vides an entry way for users to explore each to our website are part of our ongoing effort The new website is available at including a property’s assessed value, property topic in depth. The tabs also allow users to to ensure that those interactions are always www.acgov.org/assessor. taxes, and parcel map. Users can even pay download important forms and include links pleasant and positive.’’ Page 26 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

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Tri-City Stargazer MARCH 19 – MARCH 25, 2013 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: March 20th brings us the spring equinox, the time of symbolic renewal major tug of war involving Pluto, Uranus, Jupiter and Mars. These are energies that can of all things, spiritual, emotional and mental. Many centuries of the transformation from make tremendous noise. Pluto represents those with political and monetary power. winter to spring are deeply inscribed in our human genetic memory. The time frame Uranus represents justice for the populace. Jupiter represents hope for expansion and around this particular equinox is likely to be dramatic, as it has been in recent history. meaning. Mars, the original god of war, carries the matches that will ignite powder kegs. The drama usually occurs within six weeks before or after the exact equinox. Examples The combination is called a Grand Square by astrologers and represents major energy are: April 16, 2013, a major quake in Iran (7.7), on March 11, 2011, the Japanese earth- circling the sun in fast rotation. This New Astrological Year will be fast and furious. In- quake and tsunami occurred. A year before, on April 20, 2010, we saw the BP explosion sist on maintaining those practices that help you keep your center (exercise, yoga, mas- in the Gulf of Mexico. The likelihood of a major disaster this year would be in April her- sage, meditation and/or prayer). Stretch your perspective to rise above the crises of the alded by challenging aspects among the planets. moment. Change is in the wind and we must learn to flow with it. Meanwhile, given that Mars is retrograding, there are political factors hidden from the public knowledge which will explode by the end of spring. The earth is caught in a

Aries the Ram (March 21- Cancer the Crab (June 21- Libra the Scales (September rather not admit that keeps you disengaging from a bad habit or April 20): The sun returns July 21): This is a week in 23-October 22): You are some- in an uncomfortable place. For someone who is not really good "home" to your sign this week. which you probably would like what edgy and irritable this week. some it could be financial, for for you. The long term benefits You likely will find it to be ener- to withdraw into the comfort of Parts of your mind are scattered others fear of controversy. of containing yourself now are gizing. Now is the time to focus your shell. You may be a tad on into so many corners that it is really good. The short term dis- on new plans for this next year the solemn side. This is a tem- hard to pull everything together. Capricorn the Goat (De- comfort is not fun at all. of your life. Take a fresh look at porary wave of the normal emo- But you know clearly where cember 22-January 19): Cir- where you want to direct your tional life for you. You do not boundaries need to be drawn and cumstances in your family or Pisces the Fish (February energy. While you are doing have to believe everything you you are not hesitant to do so. The home are shifting. The motion 19-March 20): There is an old this, be sensitive to the needs of think, especially if it takes you best of verbal warriors is concise is moving toward an unexpected saying: "Don't believe every- those around you as well. to a darker state of mind. and says what is needed, but no shakeup in your home or prop- thing you think." Take this one more. Unfortunately, Mars retro- erty at the end of the month. to heart this week. Your feelings Taurus the Bull (April 21-May Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug grading in your sign creates a ten- Perhaps you can see this com- and thoughts may be only pro- 20): There are no new aspects de- 22): At this time of year, the dency to spew. ing. Take steps now to prevent jections of what you want to signed for you by the planets this Sun shines upon your 9th house it rather than waiting and hop- think. You might identify a week. You may still be cogitating on of travel and expansion. You are Scorpio the Scorpion (Oc- ing it won’t happen. piece of information as a truth, the Venus/Mars square that oc- probably already making plans tober 23-November 21): Irri- when, indeed, it is merely your curred early this month. That time for your next vacation. Aspects tability and a tendency to short Aquarius the Water Bearer opinion. called for a re-commitment of de- favor opening yourself to greater temper may be your compan- (January 20-February 18): You votion to a person or a project. If it territory in your life. You may ions this week. Beware the are in a situation in which your didn’t happen, you may have de- be thinking of beginning a new temptation to obsess over minor circumstances are not meeting cided to let it go. study, a spiritual pursuit, or cre- issues. Take especially good care your needs for comfort, stabil- ating a website. of your body at this time. You ity, or security. Perhaps you are Gemini the Twins (May 21- are in a physically low cycle and June 20): Make a special effort Virgo the Virgin (August subject to accident or minor in- to keep up with keys, tickets, 23-September 22): You may be juries with tools or vehicles. Are you interested in a personal and other small items. Your feel- feeling irritable and a little nerv- ings are easily injured right now. ous. You can’t be sure whether Sagittarius the Archer (No- horoscope? On the other hand, you may be someone significant in your life vember 22-December 21): You Vivian Carol may be reached at the offender, hurting someone is really telling you the truth or have the desire to become the (704) 366-3777 else. Try to stay on the planet treating you honestly. The prob- best you can be. You want wis- for private psychotherapy and think carefully before you ability is that there is some sort dom, respect, and the good for or astrology appointments speak. If you feel "hurt," don't of deception present but it may all in your life. However, some- (fee required). leap to a conclusion before you not be deliberate. Take good thing drags you backward and ask what the meaning is of a be- care of yourself. Remain honest hangs upon you like a leaden havior or a comment. to yourself in your relationship. sack. It is something you would www.horoscopesbyvivian.com March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 27

PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF Complexity William Marshak DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Sharon Marshak ple explanation, many contemporary issues Throughout contemporary and past are not simple. These days, the vast majority writings by scientists and poets alike, warn- PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN of citizens in this country do not live on ings are rampant. Astute observations from Ramya Raman farms or ranches using relatively minor con- the past are filled with cautionary tales, ap- sumption of essential resources; instead, we propriate even now, more than a century ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT rely on lengthy supply lines for even our later. Samuel Taylor Coleridge wrote The Sharon Marshak most basic needs. Respect for the power of Rime of the Ancient Mariner in the 1800s. COPY EDITOR Mother Nature is subverted to economic im- He too, speaks of a voyage that begins with Miriam G. Mazliach peratives. Military planners know this para- promise and hope, ending, through the digm all too well. Many battles have been Mariner’s folly, with disastrous conse- ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Julie Grabowski lost due to unsustainable supply lines. Our quences. He could have written his words cities have pledged allegiance to more hous- today, living by the Bay. TRAVEL & DINING ing, growth and development that, in turn, Sharon Marshak leads to a more and more fragile existence. PHOTOGRAPHERS Now we are faced with a drought of epic Water, water, every where, WILLIAM MARSHAK Mike Heightchew proportions that has stressed a supply system And all the boards did shrink; of one of the most basic elements for life… Don Jedlovec water. There is no amount of civic pressure Water, water, every where, that will bring rain, so drastic measures are in OFFICE MANAGER e all like simple answers. When a the works. Reserves are being stretched to Nor any drop to drink. Karin Diamond problem can be solved with mini- their limits and reductions of water use – vol- Wmum physical and mental effort, untary and mandatory – are now common- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT it appears, is solved and then rapidly disap- place. The underlying vulnerability of a Margaret Fuentes pears. Although attendant issues may remain, society so far removed from basic necessities many would leave those to another day or has become evident. Continuation of large de- hopefully to another, far off generation. That BOOKKEEPING velopments, large government and bloated in- Vandana Dua philosophy cannot be sustained indefinitely frastructure is not sustainable. With the and we are now faced with the fruits of our “Great Recession,” came the realization that growth labors. With all the planning and social and financial limits are real factors when economic success of our area, basic realities DELIVERY MANAGER weighed against development and economic Carlis Roberts of sustenance remain. Potable water for an gain. Factors, including population pressure– expanding population, essential for our lives, physical and mental - in highly concentrated, is now the result of tenuous connections with dense living conditions, traffic, pollution and REPORTERS sources of that precious resource. quality of life put citizens at risk. T.S. Eliot warns of human atrophy in his Frank Addiego As plans in Fremont for development of Jessica Noël Flohr poem, “Hollow Men.” He may be a bit the Central Business District, Warm Springs Sara Giusti melodramatic in his conclusion that the and housing on frontage property of Ohlone William Marshak world will end, “Not with a bang, but a College in Mission San Jose are assessed, will Janet Grant whimper,” but he does sound a warning of fundamental necessities and their conse- PUBLISHER Philip Holmes too much arrogance and the fragility of quences be considered? M.J. Laird human endeavor. Although favoring the sim- Gustavo Lomas Isabella Ohlmeyer Medha Raman Mauricio Segura Steve Taylor SUBMITTED BY PATRICK GANNON Fremont student INTERN I-M-B-R-O-G-L-I-O. With those nine letters, 6th grader Christina Yu of Gomes Elementary (Fremont Unified School Dis- Britney Sanchez trict) ranked supreme at the Alameda County Elementary Spelling advances to State Bee. Christina was among eight students honored at the Alameda County Elementary and Junior High Spelling Bees hosted by the Spelling Bee WEB MASTER Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) on March 8. RAMAN CONSULTING Nearly 50 students competed in the Alameda County Elementary Venkat Raman and Junior High Spelling Bee, vying for the top two spots in each di- vision, and the opportunity to move on to the State Spelling Bee. LEGAL COUNSEL At the Elementary Spelling Bee level, the top two placements Stephen F. Von Till, Esq. were local students: 1st place: Christina Yu, 6th grade, Gomes Elementary School (Fremont USD) 2nd place: Isabella Siu, 6th grade, Canyon Middle School (Castro Valley USD) Christina and Isabella will represent Alameda County at the State Elementary Spelling Bee on Saturday, April 26 at the San Joaquin County Office of Education in Stockton. In the Junior High Spelling Bee, two students tied for first place: ADJUDICATION: Karah Pedregosa, 8th Grade, Fallon Middle School (Dublin USD) and Meenakshi Singhal, 8th Grade, Mendenhall Middle School What’s Happening’s Tri-City Voice (Livermore Valley Joint USD). They will represent Alameda County is a “newspaper of general circula- at the State Junior High Spelling Bee on Saturday, May 3 at Miller tion” as set forth in sections 6000, Creek Middle School in San Rafael. et. seq., of the Government Code, For more information, contact ACOE Education Services at for the County of Alameda, and Christina Yu, First Place Winner (510) 670-4254. the State of California.

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CASTRO VALLEY | TOTAL SALES: 09 Highest $: 820,000 Median $: 455,000 Lowest $: 300,000 Average $: 495,333 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED 4204 Gem Avenue 94546 455,000 3 1342 1947 02-10-14 17766 Hillside Court 94546 820,000 5 2683 1969 02-07-14 3343 Jeanine Way 94546 350,000 3 1564 1954 02-06-14 22368 Moyers Street 94546 460,000 3 1232 1949 02-11-14 21227 Orange Avenue 94546 430,000 3 1352 1941 02-10-14 4191 Somerset Avenue 94546 300,000 2 1145 1949 02-07-14 18698 Cull Canyon Road 94552 440,000 - 1136 - 02-07-14 7351 Longmont Loop 94552 600,000 2 1550 2002 02-06-14 20423 Summercrest Drive 94552 603,000 4 1666 1998 02-07-14

FREMONT | TOTAL SALES: 25 Highest $: 1,291,000 Median $: 585,000 Lowest $: 333,500 Average $: 696,000 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED 35665 Ballantine Place 94536 711,500 3 1579 1970 02-11-14 38535 Burdette Common 94536 333,500 2 976 1979 02-07-14 38018 Dover Common 94536 425,000 3 1168 1971 02-06-14 4560 El Cajon Avenue 94536 530,000 3 1214 1954 02-06-14 37851 Essanay Place 94536 445,000 2 891 1983 02-07-14 SUBMITTED BY 37859 Essanay Place 94536 451,000 3 1236 1983 02-10-14 VICTORIA SANCHEZ DE ALBA 9 Gazania Terrace 94536 515,000 3 1378 1991 02-11-14 38782 Huntington Circle 94536 340,000 2 724 1988 02-10-14 Dust off your dance shoes as the USS Hornet 4617 Mayfield Drive 94536 1,125,000 4 2839 1954 02-06-14 4530 Nicolet Avenue 94536 435,000 3 1148 1958 02-11-14 presents the Harry James Orchestra on Saturday, 35444 Purcell Place 94536 745,000 3 1576 1967 02-07-14 March 22 onboard the historic aircraft carrier. Di- 38595 Royal Ann Common 94536 335,000 2 1008 1971 02-05-14 rected by trumpet virtuoso Fed Rake, The Harry 4140 Fairwood Street 94538 585,000 3 950 1959 02-11-14 James Orchestra is considered one of the most pop- 40686 Ambar Place 94539 1,165,000 4 1956 1969 02-06-14 ular Big Bands in the United States and Canada. At- 49170 Aster Terrace #104 94539 589,000 2 1203 2004 02-07-14 tendees will be able to show off their moves on one 2037 Dorne Place 94539 1,078,000 3 1812 1960 02-06-14 of three large dance floors on the enclosed hangar 237 East Warren Common 94539 412,000 2 878 1982 02-11-14 deck from 8 p.m. to midnight. While not required, 249 Imperio Avenue 94539 1,250,000 4 1782 1975 02-10-14 period attire is encouraged and welcomed. 485 Mayten Way 94539 999,000 4 1528 1963 02-07-14 A bit rusty on your Cha Cha and Rumba moves? 1959 Mento Drive 94539 1,291,000 4 2077 1961 02-06-14 Not to worry. Free dance lessons will be provided 43501 Ocaso Corte 94539 860,000 2 1904 1979 02-07-14 throughout the night by Jim Truesdale, a former 1800 Olive Avenue 94539 990,000 3 1597 1976 02-06-14 son. However, due to its popularity, the event does 46915 Shale Common #1 94539 550,000 3 1214 - 02-07-14 Fred Astaire dance instructor. tend to sell out. Order online today! 4511 Amiens Avenue 94555 780,000 3 1504 1986 02-11-14 Ticket prices are: 5271 Tacoma Common #120 94555 460,000 2 950 1989 02-07-14 $75 per person for Cabaret Reserved seating with USS Hornet Jazz Performance HAYWARD tables near the dance floor with great | TOTAL SALES: 20 Saturday, Mar 22 Highest $: 900,000 Median $: 350,000 views of the stage. Lowest $: 145,000 Average $: 368,175 $60 per person for reserved seating 8 p.m. – Midnight ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED near the dance floor. USS Hornet Historic Aircraft Carrier 1852 Cedar Street 94541 379,500 2 840 1943 02-11-14 $40 per person general admission. 707 W. Hornet Ave. 1131 Martin Luther King Drive 94541 490,000 - - - 02-11-14 Pier 3, Alameda 22135 Sevilla Road #26 94541 145,000 2 1163 1982 02-07-14 A cash bar and food will also be (510) 521-8448, ext. 282 22135 Sevilla Road #46 94541 181,000 3 1453 1982 02-07-14 www.hornetevents.com 22012 Sevilla Road #90 94541 154,500 2 1241 1986 02-07-14 available for purchase. Tickets: $40 - $75/person 22012 Sevilla Road #93 94541 159,000 2 1275 1986 02-07-14 If the event does not sell out, general admission 22081 Valencia Place #3 94541 184,500 3 1482 1982 02-07-14 tickets will be available at the door for $45 per per- 1819 Weir Drive 94541 455,000 3 1791 1979 02-11-14 23883 Wright Drive 94541 375,000 3 1070 1951 02-11-14 4025 Amyx Court 94542 755,000 3 1983 1960 02-07-14 223 Carrick Circle 94542 900,000 5 3598 2009 02-07-14 353 Fairway Street 94544 350,000 3 1134 1955 02-11-14 Special education students 650 Folsom Avenue 94544 450,000 2 1811 1990 02-11-14 31388 Meadowbrook Avenue 94544 430,000 3 1161 1955 02-06-14 27732 Pompano Avenue 94544 300,000 3 1000 1954 02-10-14 27311 Tyrrell Avenue 94544 160,000 2 724 1929 02-11-14 share a night of fun 1251 Westwood Street 94544 340,000 3 1059 1953 02-11-14 2641 Darwin Street 94545 435,000 3 1128 1956 02-11-14 1178 Merritt Lane 94545 470,000 3 1600 1957 02-07-14 2255 Sleepy Hollow Avenue 94545 250,000 3 1215 1957 02-11-14

MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 10 Highest $: 787,000 Median $: 595,000 Lowest $: 545,000 Average $: 628,450 893 Contemplation Place 95035 625,000 3 1404 2000 02-21-14 1391 David Lane 95035 787,000 4 1868 1991 02-19-14 1821 Findley Drive 95035 618,000 3 1102 1960 02-19-14 276 Geneva Road 95035 595,000 2 1350 1987 02-19-14 1616 Lee Way 95035 545,000 - - - 02-20-14 1660 Lee Way 95035 595,000 - - - 02-21-14 1672 Lee Way 95035 578,500 - - - 02-25-14 966 Mente Linda Loop 95035 566,000 2 1300 2007 02-18-14 309 Norwich Avenue 95035 680,000 3 1431 1956 02-20-14 195 Waterford Meadow Court 95035 695,000 3 1410 1994 02-24-14

NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 04 Highest $: 600,000 Median $: 315,000 Lowest $: 284,000 Average $: 416,750 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED 6308 Buena Vista Drive #B 94560 284,000 1 924 1985 02-07-14 6342 Joaquin Murieta Avenue #G94560 315,000 2 905 1982 02-05-14 36676 Port Fogwood Place 94560 600,000 3 1450 1976 02-11-14 6337 Zulmida Avenue 94560 468,000 3 1039 1954 02-05-14

SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES: 09 Highest $: 620,000 Median $: 415,000 Lowest $: 228,000 Average $: 401,944 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED SUBMITTED BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW 789 Estudillo Avenue 94577 620,000 3 1488 1926 02-11-14 HOTOS BY IKE EIGHTCHEW 2356 Fairway Drive 94577 265,000 2 1158 1972 02-11-14 P M H 279 Lexington Avenue 94577 415,000 2 1119 1940 02-07-14 485 Mitchell Avenue 94577 545,000 3 1819 1936 02-07-14 Special education students left their handicaps and any thoughts of discrimination at the door as they 2077 Washington Avenue #10194577 245,500 2 1048 1984 02-11-14 enjoyed a night of dinner, dancing and fun at the Ralph and Mary Ruggieri Senior Center in Union City 2330 West Avenue 135th 94577 415,000 5 1924 1942 02-06-14 on March 7th. Everyone, including students, friends and volunteers, had a good time. 1654 151st Avenue 94578 369,000 3 1423 1947 02-06-14 15065 Hesperian Boulevard #2694578 228,000 2 822 1985 02-06-14 16618 Rolando Avenue 94578 515,000 5 2086 1940 02-05-14

SAN LORENZO | TOTAL SALES: 02 Highest $: 260,000 Median $: 260,000 Lowest $: 260,000 Average $: 260,000 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED 49 Paseo Grande #A 94580 260,000 2 874 1986 02-10-14 17040 Via Piedras 94580 260,000 3 1068 1947 02-10-14

UNION CITY | TOTAL SALES: 05 Highest $: 625,000 Median $: 420,000 Lowest $: 265,000 Average $: 440,000 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED 1021 Amber Terrace #66 94587 570,000 3 1675 2007 02-05-14 3537 Barnacle Court 94587 625,000 - 2164 1980 02-11-14 4251 Lunar Way 94587 320,000 3 1137 1971 02-07-14 35560 Monterra Terrace #304 94587 265,000 1 695 2001 02-05-14 122 Wendy Court 94587 420,000 3 1260 1960 02-11-14

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Men’s Basketball themselves behind 28-21 but fought back as they have all year. With hope for a comeback, Newark’s Michael Pickney tried to close the gap as he found ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY the basket, putting in nine points in third quarter. MIKE HEIGHTCHEW Even with the effort, the Cougars found themselves still down by seven heading into the fourth quarter. A great season for the Newark Memorial Victory was still with the Cougar grasp as they Cougars came to a dramatic end with just 1:03 left began to dominate rebounds. With 3:09 left, a in the game when the Cougars could not grab a patented Cougar comeback was within sight. Joey high rebound, and Modesto Christian’s Crusaders Frenchwood hit two free throws after a great move Mason Washington hit a crushing 3-point shot to draw the foul then Johnny Parker ran up 12 from the corner. This gave the Crusaders the lead, points to wrestle the lead from the Crusaders, 52- 56-53, that sealed the Cougars fate. 49. The end came for the Cougars with just 26 sec- From the start, things did not fall into place for onds left in the game when Mason Washington hit a the Cougars. Modesto Christian dominated the big 3-point shot to regain the lead; the Cougars paint area in the first quarter; Crusaders Mason never found a way to shut him down. Even with Washington tallied 10 points in the first quarter and FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at crucial free throws to take the within a point, there the Crusaders put in four 3-pointers that had trou- the Alameda County Library was just not enough time for a victory. The ball bling earmarks for the Cougars. In an uncomfort- would just not bounce Newark’s way. Final score: Tell A Friend Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480 able position at the half, the Cougars found Modesto Christian 56, Newark Memorial 55.

Softball March 11, 2014 Offense Aids Strong Pitching in Sweep of Holy Names Cal State East Bay extended its home winning Pioneer Report streak to three games following a doubleheader sweep of Holy Names at Pioneer Field. Pitchers SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM Emily Perlich and Jordan Abel combined for a game one 8-0 shutout victory and the Pioneers used late heroics to eke out a 5-4 game two win March 7, 2014 over the Hawks. Offense stalls in losses to Monterey Bay Cal State East Bay suffered a pair of California March 14, 2014 Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) road Pioneers on short end of doubleheader losses on Friday dropping 2-1 and 8-0 decisions to Cal State East Bay battled to narrow road losses Cal State Monterey Bay. Otter pitchers Cori Rein- on Friday against nationally ranked No. 6 Hum- hardt and Lindsey Clarkson tossed a two-hitter boldt State by 3-2 and 5-2 margins. The Pioneers and one-hitter respectively in holding the Pioneer will look to earn their first California Collegiate offense to one run on the day. Athletic Association (CCAA) road win of the sea- son against the league’s most potent offense in to- March 8, 2014 morrow’s doubleheader at HSU softball field. East Bay suffers sweep following Saturday shutouts Cal State East Bay suffered a series sweep after March 15, 2014 being shut out 1-0 and 7-0 by Cal State Monterey Long balls lead to series finale win Bay during a doubleheader at the Otter Sports Three home runs including a pair off the bat of Complex. Otter pitchers Cori Reinhardt and Jaynie MacDonald paced Cal State East Bay soft- Lindsey Clarkson each tossed complete game ball to a 5-1 road win over No. 6 ranked Hum- shutouts and held the Pioneers to just one run boldt State in the weekend series finale on over the four game set. Saturday. The Jacks earned a 4-0 game one victory to take the series, winning three of four contests.

Pioneer Baseball Baseball Becker’s Complete Game Paces Satur- State Stanislaus, 2-1, in the finale of the the Pioneers (13-8, 7-6 CCAA) outlasted day Split teams’ four-game California Collegiate the Broncos (17-5, 11-5 CCAA) in Cali- Cal State East Bay senior Sean Becker Athletic Association (CCAA) series. Jun- fornia Collegiate Athletic Association play. SUBMITTED BY STEVE CONNOLLY pitched a complete game to lead the Pio- ior Michael Pope dazzled over eight in- neer baseball team to a 4-1 win over visit- nings as the Pioneers (12-8) evened up March 15, 2014 March 7, 2014 ing Cal State Stanislaus in the first game of their conference record at 6-6 and their Cal State East Bay splits doubleheader Pioneers score 13 on Friday to win se- a doubleheader. The Warriors (6-11, 2-8 road record at 4-4. with #11 Cal Poly Pomona ries opener vs. Stanislaus CCAA) topped the Pioneers (11-8, 5-6 Senior Ben O’Bryan pitched a complete The Cal State East Bay baseball team CCAA) in the second game by the same 4- March 14, 2014 game to lead the Cal State East Bay base- defeated Cal State Stanislaus 13-6 in the 1 score to earn a split on a beautiful day in CSU East Bay 6, #11 Cal Poly Pomona 3 ball team to a 5-2 victory in the second first of four games between the two teams. the Hayward hills. The Cal State East Bay baseball team game of Saturday’s doubleheader, earning It’s the third straight victory for the Pio- picked up a 6-3 win on Friday afternoon the Pioneers (14-9, 8-7 CCAA) a split neers (10-7, 4-5 CCAA) and the seventh March 9, 2014 in the opener of its four-game series with with No. 11 Cal Poly Pomona (18-6, 12-6 straight loss for the Warriors (5-10, 1-7 Pope Shuts Down Warriors for Series- visiting Cal Poly Pomona, the 11th-ranked CCAA). The visitors won the first game by CCAA). Clinching Win team in the nation. Nick Hudson pitched the score of 7-2 as the squads combined The Cal State East Bay baseball team 8.1 innings for his fifth victory, and Kelly for 25 hits. March 8, 2014 won a dramatic pitcher’s duel over Cal Starnes blasted his first career home run as March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 31

Baseball Women’s Softball Fremont Christian vs Bay SUBMITTED BY GLENN PON & MAXPREPS Newark Girls Softball League March 14, 2014 opens 2014 season Fremont Christian 5 vs. Bay (San Francisco) 0 SUBMITTED BY CINDY LALONDE AND Summary: RHP Travis Byerly MIKE HEIGHTCHEW (1-0) struck out 16 batters and PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW pitched a one hit shutout, as well as contributed a 2-run HR. Fre- The air was filled with excitement on Saturday, March 15 as open- mont Christian (4-0-1) wins over ing ceremonies for the Newark Girls Softball League (NGSL) got Bay 5-0. under way at Lalonde Field (H.A. Snow Elementary School). Each team was anxious to show off its uniform and begin the new season. Every year about 200 girls participate, learning how to field and bat Softball while enjoying the physical activity and learning from coaches who enjoy teaching the girls. There is no shortage of enthusiasm from play- James Logan report ers and adults; the league operates primarily using volunteers except SUBMITTED BY JAMES for paid umpires. NGSL began when Darryl Reina founded the LOGAN SPORTS Newark Bobby Sox in 1972. NGSL is a recreational league; there are no tryouts so the girls can start playing right away with little or no ex- March 7 perience. Castro Valley 7, James 2014 marks the league’s 42nd Season. Until 2002, the league Logan 6 played as the Newark Bobby Sox and now continues to operate for girls ages 4?-16. Every girl plays at least two innings in each game. For March 11 more information, visit: James Logan 4, Dougherty http://www.ngsl.info/document/documents.html. Valley (San Ramon) 0 Highlights - Batting: RBI Mattos, Peters, Bailado; 2B - Burpee; Pitching: Patino 7 IP, 10 K

March 14 James Logan 12, Monte Vista (Danville) 0

Women’s Water Polo

Pioneers on a winning streak

SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM

March 9, 2014 Cal State East Bay earned a pair of wins at Pioneer Pool, de- feating Sonoma State 5-3 and Mercyhurst 16-6. The Pioneers Pioneer Aquatic Report picked up their first Western Water Polo Association (WWPA) free relay time in East Bay’s history as Alyssa Tenney, Brittany Rojo, victory of the season and ex- Women’s Swimming and Madison Hauanio closed out the race to take sixth overall. The tended their winning streak to time of 1:33.86 was near identical to their previous record time of three games after comfortably SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM 1:33.88 set during the morning prelims session. taking out the Lakers. March 13, 2014 March 14, 2014 March 15, 2014 Cal State East Bay moved into 13th place in the women’s team Makila Schuck and Brittany Rojo took to the SPIRE Institute pool Off the heels of a season-high standings at the 2014 NCAA National Championships. Caitlin at the NCAA National Championships on Friday morning. Schuck scoring output in its previous game DeNise became an individual All-American after placing seventh in finished 29th in the 100-yard breaststroke and Rojo 21st in the 200- the Cal State East Bay women’s the 100-yard butterfly. DeNise became the first Pioneer at this year’s yard butterfly during morning preliminary session. water polo team nearly matched meet to qualify for an individual championship final after posting the that effort in a 15-8 home win over fifth fastest time (55.33) in the 100 fly prelims. She would record a March 15, 2014 Cal State San Bernardino. Sarah time of 55.44 seconds in the finals to take seventh overall. Cal State Cal State East Bay capped off its 2014 NCAA National Champi- Hudyn and Julia Charlesworth East Bay got off to a promising day two start in the opening 200-yard onships with a fourth place finish in the 400-yard freestyle relay. combined for six of the team’s first freestyle relay. DeNise’s 50-yard leadoff leg in 23.35 seconds is the Caitlin DeNise, Madison Hauanio, Alyssa Tenney, and Brittany Rojo nine goals to build a 9-2 lead fastest two-length split in program history. It sparked the fastest 200 destroyed the previous program record finishing in a time of 3:23.26. shortly after halftime. Mission Valley enjoys first-ever basketball tournament

SUBMITTED BY American, Kennedy, Mission San Teams enjoyed lunch in the gym Through the Special Olympics to better the classroom and their ANNA OLESON-WHEELER Jose and Washington high followed by an award ceremony. Northern California Schools lives. An additional component schools. Newark Junior High Students in the NMHS Stu- Partnership Program, over 4,600 of the program known as whole- With plenty of championship School, Bridgepoint High and, of dent Athletic Advisory Council special education students receive school involvement sees non-dis- banners adorning the walls and course, host Newark Memorial aided Athletic Director Rachel training and compete in three abled students volunteer with the raucous cheers echoing from the High School competed for the Kahoalii in organizing the logis- sports – soccer, basketball, and special education students as well gymnasium of Newark Memorial Newark district. Hailing from tics of the event and served as track & field – during the school as organize activities to promote High School (NMHS), you’d New Haven were Cesar Chavez volunteers. When asked about day. For many of the students unity and respect in their schools. think there was a state title on the and Alvarado middle schools and working the event, several stu- with intellectual disabilities, this For more information on the line. But, even better, were 250 James Logan High School. dents said, “It’s so much fun!” is the first time they have played Schools Partnership Program, special education student athletes Buses made their way to and “These photos are so going sports, and the confidence they please visit www.OurUnified- playing in the inaugural Schools Newark Memorial and students in the yearbook!” gain transcends the playing field Schools.com. Partnership Program basketball lined up with their schools for competition, put on by Special the Parade of Athletes set to the Olympics Northern California musical stylings of the NMHS and Mission Valley Special Edu- band – to kick off Opening Cere- cation Local Plan Area (SELPA) monies. Each school made their on February 21. way into the gym to cheers from The event was the culmina- the general education student tion of eight weeks of training for population of NMHS along with students receiving special educa- parents and supporters. tion instruction in Fremont, New The home-field advantage was Haven, and Newark school dis- apparent when the crowd erupted tricts. While it was the first Spe- as Newark Junior High and host cial Olympics school basketball Newark Memorial High were an- competition in the area, it is the nounced. A student-athlete from second Schools Partnership Pro- James Logan High felt equally gram event; American High welcomed by the audience when School hosted a soccer competi- he led them in the pledge of alle- tion in November. The Schools giance, grinning from ear to ear. Partnership Program is made pos- Nothing topped the response sible by a grant from Special after a NMHS special education Olympics Northern California to student sang the national anthem the Mission Valley SELPA. – the gym thundered in support. Representing the Fremont Games were spread across four School District were Horner Jun- courts with another room de- ior High School along with voted to skills practice for those not playing at the moment. Page 32 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

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New DimensionChorus FREE AIRPLANE RIDES Maitri Immigration Little Lamb Preschool Program Men’s 4 Part Vocal Open House FOR KIDS AGES 8-17 Harmony In the Young Eagles Free Assistance and Referrals Saturday, March 15 for Domestic Violence Survivors. “Barbershop” style 1pm-4pm. Hayward Airport Thursdays at 7pm various Saturdays Provide Services in Hindi, Drop in and visit the class rooms Punjabi, Bangla, Tamil and Calvary Luther Church ad meet the teachers. www.vaa29.org 12500 Via Magdelena Please call with questions many other South Registration information Asian languages. SanLorenzo will be available. (510) 703-1466 Contact: [email protected] [email protected] Crisis line: 888-8-Maitri Free ice cream sundaes. Please call for screening. 510-332-2489 Everyone invited!

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Candidate’s Forum Fair Trade Festival FAA ~ EVENTS Berryessa-North San Jose American Cancer Society Congressional District 17 South Hayward Parish Art in the Garden, Artists Call Democratic Club Relay for Life of Fremont Senate District 10 Sat. May 10 -10am-3pm 4/13 - G. Rankin Art Showcase Meet 3rd Thursday www.relayforlife.org/fremontca February 1st at Berryess Branch Proceeds to directly to SHP 6/28, 29-Art in the Garden 7pm-9pm Honoring cancer survivors, pro- of SJ Public Library FOOD PANTRY. Enjoy FT cof- 9/22 Fine Art Show, Receiving Berryessa Denny’s moting healthy living & raising 6pm-8pm fees, teas, chocolates. Support Check on-line for ongoing For more info money to help end cancer. Sponsored by the Berryessa Fair Trade. Help farmers, classes, art shows & events [email protected] Meetings 6:30pm 3rd Tuesday North San Jose Democratic workers and artisans. www.fremontartassociation.org or see our Facebook page at Anderson Auditorium Club. For more info Washington West, 2500 Mowry W-Hills Outreach Center 37697 Niles Blvd. [email protected] [email protected] 2287 Patrick Ave., Hayward 510.792.0905 (Across from Weekes Library)

Walk to Cure Arthritis Sport’s Card Show Spaghetti & Mission San Jose High City of Newark Saturday, May 10th at LifeStyle RX Saturday, April 12 Meatball Feed Booster Club 50+ Senior Softball 1119 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore 10am-4pm Sat. March 15 Annual Crab & Pasta Feed-All League Players Needed Registration 8:00 a.m. Hayward Veterans Bldg. 4:00pm - 8:00pm you can Eat - Public Invited Open Games Mondays & Walk 10:00 a.m. 22737 Main St., Hayward Silent Auction, Rafffle, Giveways Sat. March 8 6pm-10pm Wednesday Nights 1 or 3 mile options, Tailgate The American Legion Group price available. Family Mission SJ High Main Gym Practice starts 3/10/14 @ 5p.m. Extravaganza, Raffle Prizes, If you want to take part call Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 41717 Palm Ave., Fremont Season runs 4/7/14 – 6/3/14 Refreshments, Kids Activities, Edward Castillo 510-348-7771 38801 Blacow Rd.,Fremont Tickets $45 Sign-up @ Newark Silliman www.TriValleyArthritisWalk.org or email: [email protected] 510-793-6285 [email protected] Center 6800 Mowry Ave., Call (800) 464-6240 www.holytrinityfremont.org Proceeds: Athletics, & Arts Newark (510) 578-4668 City of Fremont Briefs

SUBMITTED BY CHERYL GOLDEN ager’s Office at (510) 284-4000 or visit “Pledge Card” as well as a number of free ing as a traveling coach on the WTA Tour, www.Fremont.gov/StateoftheCity. resources to assist you in achieving your serves as the USTA NorCal 10 and Under The City of Fremont is pleased to an- sustainability goals. Co-Chair, Coaches Commission, Junior nounce that Fremont took first prize in the The City of Fremont is looking for input Workshop will be held at City of Fre- Team Tennis and Junior Council. He is population category at the 2014 City Cul- on how to enhance the experience and safety mont Development Services Center, also a USTA National Junior Team Tennis of walking in the community, with a focus 39550 Liberty St., in the Niles Conference committee member and National Faculty

Fremont took first prize in the population category at the 2014 City Cultural Diversity Awards for its Community Ambassador Program for Seniors (CAPS) tural Diversity Awards for its Community on improving mobility for all. Please take a Room. For more information and registra- Coach Trainer. For more information Ambassador Program for Seniors (CAPS), moment to take our survey by visiting tion, contact Sustainability Coordinator about the Fremont Tennis Center visit which aims to serve seniors in their own www.Fremont.gov/PedPlanSurvey. For more Rachel DiFranco at www.Fremont.gov/Tennis. communities, in their own language, information please contact Rene Dalton in [email protected] or (510) 494- within their own cultural norms, and does the Public Works Department at 4451.This workshop is available thanks to Ardenwood Historic Farm is a beautiful so where seniors live, worship, and social- [email protected] or (510) 494-4535. grant funding from the Altamont Educa- setting that allows for fresh air and space ize. CAPS was developed by the City’s tion Advisory Board. necessary to experience the benefits of out- Human Services Department in partner- Fremont residents — thank you for door play. Starting April 21 through 25, ship with the community. The awards pro- feeding your food scraps and yardwaste to Nigel Pugh, the City’s Tennis Director, Adventures @ Ardenwood Spring Break gram showcases National League of Cities your green organics carts each week. Feel received the PTR USTA Community Serv- Camp will provide its participants the op- (NLC) member cities, honoring their free to take advantage of your efforts and ice Award. Born and raised in Newcastle, portunity to explore the outdoors as well as community leadership in developing cre- pick up two free bags of compost on Sun- Australia, Pugh played on the junior cir- the Patterson House Museum through his- ative and effective programs designed to day, April 6, from 8 a.m. to noon, or while cuit, achieving a top national ranking and torical scavenger hunts, nature walks, improve and promote cultural diversity supplies last, at the Fremont Recycling and a spot on the Australia Junior Davis Cup species identification and much more. For through a collaborative process with City Transfer Station, located at 41149 Boyce Team. As the City’s Tennis Director, he more information about Adventures @ Ar- officials, community leaders, and residents. Rd. rain or shine. Please bring your cur- oversees 41 courts on six sites, and has 10 denwood, or Ardenwood in general, please For more information on the program, rent Republic Services garbage bill as proof contact Christie at [email protected] please visit www.CAPseniors.org. of your household’s participation in the or (510) 791-4196. City’s curbside organics program. If your If you want to learn more about the issues family member or neighbor is unable to at- and opportunities facing the City of Fre- tend, you are more than welcome to bring mont, stay tuned! Mayor Bill Harrison will their Republic Services bill and pick up be presenting the annual State of the City their compost for them. This giveaway is Address at a luncheon hosted by the Fremont brought to you by the City of Fremont, in Chamber of Commerce on Friday, March partnership with Republic Services and the 28, noon to 2 p.m. at the Fremont Marriott Fremont Recycling and Transfer Station. Hotel. To buy tickets, you can call the For more information, please contact Re- Chamber at (510) 795-2244 or go to public Services at (510) 657-3500. www.Fremontbusiness.com. The State of the Nigel Pugh, the City’s Tennis Director City Address will be rebroadcasted on Cable Join us for a free informational work- TV Channel 27, as well as posted to the City shop on Tuesday, April 1 from 6:30 p.m. – certified teaching professionals. Pugh has 8:30 p.m. led by “Waste Sleuth” Todd Sut- instructed all levels of players, from 4-year- website by the end of the following week. For Ardenwood Historic Farm more information, please call the City Man- ton. You’ll receive an individualized old beginners, to high school teams, to act-

Newark Cup finals

SUBMITTED BY FRANZ BRUCKNER

Congratulations to all teams that participated in the Newark Cup tourna- ment. Those advancing to the Consolation/Championship rounds were:

Girl’s Finals (March 12) Consolation Match: Bunker vs Schilling Championship: Snow vs Kennedy

Boy’s Finals (March 13) Consolation Match: Lincoln vs Graham Championship: Snow vs Kennedy

Champions: Boy’s: Snow Girl’s: Kennedy Page 34 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

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Ohlone College Board of TAKES FROM SILICON VALLEY EAST City Council/Public Agency MEETINGS Trustees Meeting Readers are advised to check March 12, 2014 + Silberberg in the amount of websites for special meetings, $16,350 cancellations, minutes, agendas Presentations and Measure G approval of con- and webcasts Proclamations: sulting services contract with IBI Recognition of Sergeant First Group in the hourly not-to-ex- Class Jason Manella, 2013 Army ceed amount of $392,158 CITY COUNCILS non-commissioned Officer of the Gymnasium retrofit contract Fremont City Council Year and alumnus of Ohlone Col- with Elco in the amount of US Solar Market Sets An- 1st/2nd/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. lege and Washington High School $115,000 City Hall, Bldg A Approve resolution honoring Hazardous materials consult- other Growth Record! 3300 Capitol Ave., Fremont César Chávez Day ing services with Millennium (510) 284-4000 www.fremont.gov Approve resolution in support Consulting Associates in the BY DEEP CHAKRABORTY, CO-FOUNDER AND of California Community Colleges amount of $79,090. CEO AT ENACT SYSTEMS, INC. Hayward City Council Baccalaureate Degree legislation Construction services change 1st/3rd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. Approve Emeritus for George City Hall, second floor order with C. Overaa and Com- The massive growth story for solar continues. The Solar Energy In- 777 B Street, Hayward Rogers, a longtime professor pany in the amount of $32,300 dustries Association just published the market results for Q4 2013 that (510) 583-4000 who taught courses in subjects Master agreement for architec- suggests another record-shattering year. Solar PV installations in- www.ci.hayward.ca.us ranging from cultural anthropol- tural services with Cannon De- creased 41 percent over 2012 to reach 4,751 megawatts – this was 15 Milpitas City Council ogy to geology sign in the amount of $183,650 times the market in 2008! The residential market was 792MW, almost 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. Communications from To the board for Discussion twice the level in 2012 and 10 times the market in 2008. So the mar- 455 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas the Public: and/or Action: ket is just beginning to take off. (408) 586-3001 Citizens voiced criticism of Award contract with Omni www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov Solar was the second-largest source of new electricity generating capac- planned housing development in Construction to relocate current ity in the U.S., exceeded only by natural gas. That’s right, 29% of all new Newark City Council the Ohlone College frontage area. data center to Hyman Hall in the generating capacity in the US was solar in comparison to coal at 7% and 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:30 p.m. Consent Agenda: amount of $768,000 wind at 8%. The U.S. installed 2,106 megawatts in the fourth quarter City Hall, 6th Floor Approval of February 2014 Commission EnerNOC In- 37101 Newark Blvd., Newark alone, 44 percent of the annual total. This makes Q4 2013 by far the (510) 578-4266 payroll warrants in the amount of corporated for planning services largest quarter in the history of the U.S. market, surpassing the second- www.ci.newark.ca.us $2,162,037.08 in the amount of $470,789 largest quarter by 60 percent. In fact, more solar has been installed in the Ohlone Community College Revise architectural design U.S. in the last eighteen months than in the last 30 years prior. San Leandro City Council District and United Faculty of services with Cannon Design in 1st/3rd Monday @ 7 p.m. California continues to lead the U.S. market, accounting for more 835 East 14th St., San Leandro Ohlone joint proposal for Fiscal the amount of $164,355 than half of all U.S. solar installed in 2013. In fact, the state installed (510) 577-3366 Year 2014-2015, which will move Replace Trustee Kevin Bristow more solar last year than the entire United States did in 2011. And www.sanleandro.org toward greater medical benefits and by appointment. Bristow accepted prices continued to fall, another 15% drop in 2013 vs. 2012. Union City City Council higher salaries for full-time staff an employment opportunity con- So what does this mean going forward? First, solar is going mainstream. 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. Ratification of Contract Educa- flicting with his duties as a trustee. For a long time, analysts and politicians have debated on the future of this City Hall tion Agreement with Alameda Chairman Garrett Yee: Aye renewable energy product, but these are over. Consumers are making their 34009 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City County Water District in the Vice-Chair Greg Bonaccorsi:Aye (510) 471-3232 verdict clear: they seek energy cost savings and a sustainable planet. www.ci.union-city.ca.us amount of $24,500 for worksite Kevin Bristow: Aye Second, electric utilities will need to move quickly in how they training Teresa Cox: Aye adapt to the changing grid footprint. California utilities are already WATER/SEWER Review of purchase orders in Jan Giovannini-Hill: Aye setting an example through various initiatives. With more electric cars the amount of $363,378.16 Vivien Larsen: Aye getting onto the grid, which in turn breeds even more solar usage, the Alameda County Water District Ratification of contracts in the Rich Watters: Aye 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 p.m. entire distributed-grid movement will require all national utilities to 43885 S. Grimmer Blvd., Fremont amount of $298,738.10 Prabhjot Kaur: Aye take on a more pro-active role in helping consumers and businesses (510) 668-4200 Landscape Standards – Meyer (student trustee, advisory only) save money, while making the planet more sustainable. www.acwd.org

East Bay Municipal Utility District 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 1:15 p.m. Newark City Council 375 11th St., Oakland (866) 403-2683 www.ebmud.com March 13, 2014 Santa Clara Valley Water District 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m. Presentations and Proclamations: 5700 Almaden Expwy., San Jose Proclaim March 13, 2014 as Arbor Day in Newark. Sue Carey, (408) 265-2607, ext. 2277 Maintenance Supervisor - Streets & Parks accepted proclamation. www.valleywater.org Farmers and Farmerettes Square Dance Club presented funds from Union Sanitary District fireworks sales to Newark Betterment Corporation; $1000 each for 2nd/4th Monday @ 7:00 p.m. grafitti abatement, Meals on Wheels and Police K-9 unit. The group 5072 Benson Rd., Union City (510) 477-7503 www.unionsanitary.com Proclaim March 13, 2014 as Arbor Day in Newark.Sue Carey, Maintenance Supervisor SCHOOL DISTRICTS - Streets & Parks accepted proclamation. posed face-to-face meetings with constituents. Question of why City Castro Valley Unified School Board 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:00 p.m. has gone from a surplus to fund restoration of services to a deficit. 4400 Alma Ave., Castro Valley Staff response noted that this is a survey of voter attitudes, not to put (510) 537-3000 an extension on the ballot. Reiterated that the fee is fixed at a not-to- www.cv.k12.ca.us exceed amount. Fremont Unified School Board City Council Matters: 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. Reappoint Carol McCarty to Tri-City Elder Coalition Volunteer 4210 Technology Dr., Fremont Community Board. (510) 657-2350 Reappoint Faye Hall, Carol McCarty, Elwood Ballard and Rick www.fremont.k12.ca.us Farmers and Farmerettes Square Dance Club presented funds from fireworks sales to Newark Betterment Corporation Arellano to Senior Citizen Standing Advisory Committee. Mel Nunes Hayward Unified School Board and Carol Hewitt are not seeking reappointment leaving vacancies on 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. meets and dances on Wednesday Nights in the Newark Pavilion. Visit the committee. Interested citizens are asked to contact the City Clerk 24411 Amador Street, Hayward www.farmersandfarmerettes.org for more information. regarding application procedures. (510) 784-2600 www.husd.k12.ca.us Non-Consent: Mayor Alan Nagy Aye Sign an agreement with Godbe Research for public opinion sam- Vice Mayor Ana Apodaca Aye Milpitas Unified School Board pling and evaluation of extension of existing Utility User Tax. Fee for Luis Freitas Aye 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m. services will not exceed $22,575. Maria “Sucy” Collazo Aye 1331 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas www.musd.org Public comment: Questioned need for and cap on expense; pro- Robert Marshall Aye (406) 635-2600 ext. 6013

New Haven Unified School Board Union City City Council Meeting Attorney General and legislative 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m. 34200 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City March 11, 2014 business incentives to support the leaders unveil (510) 471-1100 diversification of the industrial sec- www.nhusd.k12.ca.us truancy legislation Presentations and Procla- tor including an impact fee deferral SUBMITTED BY OFFICE OF General Harris announced her spon- San Leandro Unified School Board mations: for new construction projects. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE sorship of five bills that will help 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m. Recognize March 2014 as Red Adopt a resolution to approve schools, parents and government ef- 835 E. 14th St., San Leandro Cross Month in Union City. (510) 667-3500 a business incentive program for Attorney General Kamala D. fectively intervene when children are www.sanleandro.k12.ca.us Consent Calendar: the Alvarado Historic District in- Harris has announced a package of chronically absent, and improve local Adopt ordinance amending cluding building improvements legislation to help local school dis- school districts’ and counties’ ability San Lorenzo Unified School Board Union City Municipal Code to and a 10% fee reduction. 4 ayes, tricts and communities address Cali- to track attendance patterns. 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7:30 p.m. regulate proper usage of the city 1 recusal (Dutra-Vernaci) fornia’s elementary school truancy “California’s Constitution guaran- 15510 Usher St., San Lorenzo crisis. Each year, an estimated one tees our children the right to an edu- (510) 317-4600 seal, logos and name. Adopt a resolution authorizing million elementary school students cation, yet our elementary schools www.slzusd.org Authorize an increase to the preparation of sales-tax measure are truant and 250,000 elementary face a truancy crisis,” Attorney Gen- hourly rate compensation for dis- for November 2014 ballot and Sunol Glen Unified School Board school students miss 18 or more eral Harris said. “When children in 2nd Tuesday @ 5:30 p.m. patchers. use related purposes. The current school days at a cost of $1.4 billion kindergarten through sixth grade 11601 Main Street, Sunol Appoint members of the 0.05% sales-tax will sunset soon. in lost funds to California school miss school, they fall behind and too (925) 862-2026 Union City Youth Commission Mayor Carol Dutra-Vernaci: districts. many never catch up. The conse- www.sunol.k12.ca.us for the 2014 school year. 4 ayes, 1 recusal Joined by State Superintendent of quences for California’s economy and Decommission one police ve- Vice-Mayor Lorrin Ellis: Aye Public Instruction Tom Torlakson, public safety are very serious. These hicle and authorize its auction. Emily Duncan: Aye State Senator Bill Monning and As- bills modernize attendance monitor- City Manager Reports: Pat Gacoscos: Aye semblymembers Raul Bocanegra, ing and build the support schools, Adopt a resolution to approve Jim Navarro: Aye Rob Bonta, Joan Buchanan, Isadore parents and communities need to get Hall and Chris Holden, Attorney California’s children to class.” Page 36 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, before the expiration. NAME STATEMENT except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- File No. 488184 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change rize the use in this state of a fictitious business CIVIL Fictitious Business Name(s): in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant name in violation of the rights of another under Get Square Meals, 49103 Milmont Drive, to section 17913 other than a change in the to section 17913 other than a change in the federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda, 159 residence address of a registered owner. A new residence address of a registered owner. A new et seq., Business and Professions Code). Coleridge Terrace, Fremont, CA 94538; County fictitious business name statement must be filed fictitious business name statement must be filed 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 of Alameda before the expiration. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE before the expiration. CNS-2590888# FOR CHANGE OF NAME Registrant(s): The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- Case No. HG14715543 M. Squared Motivation LLC, 159 Coleridge rize the use in this state of a fictitious business rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Terrace, Fremont, CA 94538; California name in violation of the rights of another under name in violation of the rights of another under FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Petition of: Murali Dharan for Change of Name Business conducted by: a Limited Liability federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 NAME STATEMENT TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Company et seq., Business and Professions Code). et seq., Business and Professions Code). File No. 487733 Petitioner filed a petition with this court for a The registrant began to transact business using 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 Fictitious Business Name(s): decree changing names as follows: the fictitious business name(s) listed above on CNS-2597185# CNS-2594831# Short and Sprout, 3944 Harlequin Terrace, S. Murali Dharan (aka) Murali Dharan Seethapathy n/a Fremont, CA 94555, County of Alameda (aka) Dharan, S. Murali to Murali Dharan I declare that all information in this statement Registrant(s): is true and correct. (A registrant who declares FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Jessica McDonald, 3944 Harlequin Terrace, The Court orders that all persons interested in this NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT matter appear before this court at the hearing indi- as true any material matter pursuant to Section Fremont, CA 94555 17913 of the Business and Professions code that File No. 488447 File No. 488301 Business conducted by: an Individual cated below to show cause, if any, why the petition Fictitious Business Name(s): for change of name should not be granted. Any the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Fictitious Business Name(s): The registrant began to transact business using person objecting to the name changes described demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Christine Lo, Accounting and Tax Services, Fine Arts and Eats, 43575 Mission Blvd. #502, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on above must file a written objection that includes thousand dollars [$1,000].) 137 Black Mountain Circle, Fremont, CA 94536, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda N/A. the reasons for the objection at least two court /s/ Michelle Vargas - Managing Member County of Alameda; P.O. Box 2864 Fremont, CA Registrant(s): I declare that all information in this statement days before the matter is scheduled to be heard M. Squared Motivation LLC 94536; County of Alameda Gregory S. Green, 44560 Montclaire Ct., Fremont, is true and correct. (A registrant who declares and must appear at the hearing to show cause This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Registrant(s): CA 94539 as true any material matter pursuant to Section why the petition should not be granted. If no writ- Alameda County on February 21, 2014 Liching Lo, 137 Black Mountain Circle, Fremont, Business conducted by: An Individual 17913 of the Business and Professions code that ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of CA 94536 The registrant began to transact business using the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- the petition without a hearing. Business conducted by: an individual the fictitious business name(s) listed above on demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Notice of Hearing: ally expires at the end of five years from the date The registrant began to transact business using 1/1/2010 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, thousand dollars [$1,000].) Date: May 16, 2014, Time: 8:45 a.m., Dept.: 504 the fictitious business name(s) listed above on I declare that all information in this statement /s/ Jessica McDonald The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section n/a is true and correct. (A registrant who declares 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Room 102, Hayward, CA 94544 I declare that all information in this statement as true any material matter pursuant to Section Alameda County on February 7, 2014. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant is true and correct. (A registrant who declares 17913 of the Business and Professions code that to section 17913 other than a change in the NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of published at least once each week for four suc- as true any material matter pursuant to Section the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- cessive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on residence address of a registered owner. A new 17913 of the Business and Professions code that demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one fictitious business name statement must be filed ally expires at the end of five years from the date the petition in the following newspaper of general the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- thousand dollars [$1,000].) on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, circulation, printed in this county: Tri-City Voice before the expiration. demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one /s/ Gregory S. Green Date: February 27, 2014 The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section thousand dollars [$1,000].) This statement was filed with the County Clerk of 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Winifred Y. Smith rize the use in this state of a fictitious business /s/ Liching Lo, Owner Alameda County on February 24, 2014 Judge of the Superior Court name in violation of the rights of another under in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant This statement was filed with the County Clerk of NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of to section 17913 other than a change in the 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- et seq., Business and Professions Code). Alameda County on February 26, 2014 residence address of a registered owner. A new CNS-2596737# 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/14 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of ally expires at the end of five years from the date fictitious business name statement must be filed Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, CNS-2599339# before the expiration. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ally expires at the end of five years from the date except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- FOR CHANGE OF NAME on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Case No. HG14713870 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant name in violation of the rights of another under Superior Court of California, County of Alameda NAME STATEMENT 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change to section 17913 other than a change in the federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Petition of: Manickababu Muthugopalakrishnan for File No. 488592 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant residence address of a registered owner. A new et seq., Business and Professions Code). Change of Name Fictitious Business Name(s): to section 17913 other than a change in the fictitious business name statement must be filed Stay Winning, 42151 Blacow Road #D, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: residence address of a registered owner. A new before the expiration. CNS-2590876# Petitioner Manickababu Muthugopalakrishnan Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda fictitious business name statement must be filed The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- Registrant(s): before the expiration. rize the use in this state of a fictitious business filed a petition with this court for a decree chang- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing names as follows: Long Xuan Tran, 4627 Pardee Avenue, Fremont, The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- name in violation of the rights of another under Manickababu Muthugopalakrishnan to CA 94539 rize the use in this state of a fictitious business federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 NAME STATEMENT Manickababu Muthu Business conducted by: An Individual name in violation of the rights of another under et seq., Business and Professions Code). File No. 487987 The Court orders that all persons interested in this The registrant began to transact business using federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25/14 Fictitious Business Name(s): matter appear before this court at the hearing indi- the fictitious business name(s) listed above on et seq., Business and Professions Code). CNS-2593644# East Bay Lore, 357 Barton Drive, Fremont, CA cated below to show cause, if any, why the petition N/A 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 94536, County of Alameda I declare that all information in this statement Registrant(s): for change of name should not be granted. Any CNS-2595788# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS person objecting to the name changes described is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Talila Golan, 357 Barton Drive, Fremont, CA as true any material matter pursuant to Section NAME STATEMENT 94536 above must file a written objection that includes FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. 487896 the reasons for the objection at least two court 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Business conducted by: an Individual the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s): The registrant began to transact business using days before the matter is scheduled to be heard File No. 488307 Motorcars of California, 318 Mowry Ave., and must appear at the hearing to show cause demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one the fictitious business name(s) listed above on thousand dollars [$1,000].) Fictitious Business Name(s): Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda N/A. why the petition should not be granted. If no writ- Ristorante IL Porcino, 3339 Walnut Ave., Registrant(s): ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant /s/ Long Tran I declare that all information in this statement This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Fremont, CA 94538;, County of Alameda A.S.S.A. LLC, 318 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA is true and correct. (A registrant who declares the petition without a hearing. 94536; California Notice of Hearing: Alameda County on February 28, 2014 Registrant(s): as true any material matter pursuant to Section Date: 4/25/2014, Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 504 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Zara Restaurant Inc., 1140 Castro St., #49, Business conducted by: A Limited Liability 17913 of the Business and Professions code that The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Mountain View, 94040; California Company the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Hayward, CA 94544 ally expires at the end of five years from the date Business conducted by: a Corporation The registrant began to transact business using demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on thousand dollars [$1,000].) published at least once each week for four suc- except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/1/14 /s/ Talila Golan cessive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change 2-18-14 I declare that all information in this statement This statement was filed with the County Clerk of in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant the petition in the following newspaper of general I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Alameda County on February 18, 2014. circulation, printed in this county: Tri City Voice to section 17913 other than a change in the is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section residence address of a registered owner. A new NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Date: Feb 14, 2014 as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- WINIFRED Y. SMITH fictitious business name statement must be filed 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- before the expiration. ally expires at the end of five years from the date Judge of the Superior Court the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) rize the use in this state of a fictitious business except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Shahla Andesha, Principal 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change CNS-2591517# name in violation of the rights of another under /s/ Mehmet Degerli, CFO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on February 13, 2014 to section 17913 other than a change in the et seq., Business and Professions Code). Alameda County on February 24, 2014 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/14 residence address of a registered owner. A new NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- fictitious business name statement must be filed CNS-2599338# Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- ally expires at the end of five years from the date before the expiration. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section rize the use in this state of a fictitious business NAMES OF USE OF FICTITIOUS except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change name in violation of the rights of another under BUSINESS NAME 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 File No. 464364 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the et seq., Business and Professions Code). The following person(s) has (have) abandoned to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 the use of the fictitious business name: Dakshin residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed CNS-2590869# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Software Solutions, 52 Silk Oak Terrace, fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. NAME STATEMENT Fremont, CA 94536 before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- File No. 488653 The fictitious business name referred to above The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- rize the use in this state of a fictitious business FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name(s): was filed in the County Clerk’s office on Apr 24, rize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under NAME STATEMENT Nu Sport Essentials, 33377 Croatian Way, 2012 in the County of Alameda. name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 File No. 487853 Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Sujan Kumar, Chanda Janardhan, 52 Silk Oak federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name(s): Registrant(s): Terrace, Fremont, CA 94536 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25/14 Mission Pain Therapy Center, 43195 Mission Philip K. Tai Co., Inc., 33366 Croatian Way, Union S/ Sujan Kumar, Chanda Janardhan 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 CNS-2591837# Blvd., Ste #85, Fremont, CA 94539, County of City, CA 94587; California This statement was filed with the County Clerk of CNS-2595784# Alameda Business conducted by: a Corporation Registrant(s): Alameda County on January 31, 2014. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT The registrant began to transact business using 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/14 Hai Ying Liu, 40420 Citrus Dr., Fremont, CA the fictitious business name(s) listed above on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS OF USE OF FICTITIOUS 94538 n/a CNS-2597743# NAME STATEMENT BUSINESS NAME Business conducted by: an Individual I declare that all information in this statement File No. 488462 File No. 451330 The registrant began to transact business using is true and correct. (A registrant who declares FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name(s): The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the fictitious business name(s) listed above on as true any material matter pursuant to Section NAME STATEMENT Grad Auto Repair, 318 Mowry Ave., Fremont, the use of the fictitious business name: Motorcars 02/11/14. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that File No. 488132 CA 94536, County of Alameda of California, 318 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA I declare that all information in this statement the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Fictitious Business Name(s): Registrant(s): 94536 is true and correct. (A registrant who declares demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Kay Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, 38012 Abdul Rahman Amiki, 95 Zacate Pl., Fremont, The fictitious business name referred to above as true any material matter pursuant to Section Martha Ave., Fremont, CA 94536, County of thousand dollars [$1,000].) CA 94539 was filed on 1/1/14 in the County of Alameda. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that /s/ Philip K. Tai, President Alameda Shahla Andesha, 95 Zacate Pl., Fremont, CA Saad Rahman Amin, 95 Zarcate Pl., Fremont, Registrant(s): the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of 94539 CA 94536 demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Alameda County on March 3, 2014 Kyunghee Kay Yoo, 887 Altaire Walk, Palo Alto, Business conducted by: Married Couple This business was conducted by: CA 94303 thousand dollars [$1,000].) NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of The registrant began to transact business using S/ Saad Amin /s/ Hai Ying Liu Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Byungkee Jeong, 887 Altaire Walk, Palo Alto, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on This statement was filed with the County Clerk of CA 94303 This statement was filed with the County Clerk of ally expires at the end of five years from the date 1/1/2014 Alameda County on February 13, 2014. Alameda County on February 11, 2014. on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Business conducted by: married couple I declare that all information in this statement 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25/14 except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section The registrant began to transact business using NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of is true and correct. (A registrant who declares CNS-2591836# Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change the fictitious business name(s) listed above on as true any material matter pursuant to Section N/A ally expires at the end of five years from the date in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant 17913 of the Business and Professions code that STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT to section 17913 other than a change in the I declare that all information in this statement on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- OF USE OF FICTITIOUS except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section residence address of a registered owner. A new is true and correct. (A registrant who declares demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one as true any material matter pursuant to Section BUSINESS NAME 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change fictitious business name statement must be filed thousand dollars [$1,000].) File No. 431302 before the expiration. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- /s/ Abdul Rahman Amiki The following person(s) has (have) abandoned to section 17913 other than a change in the The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of the use of the fictitious business name: Motorcars rize the use in this state of a fictitious business demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one residence address of a registered owner. A new thousand dollars [$1,000].) Alameda County on February 26, 2014 Of California, 318 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA fictitious business name statement must be filed name in violation of the rights of another under NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 /s/ Kyunghee Kay Yoo 94536 before the expiration. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- The fictitious business name statement for the The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- et seq., Business and Professions Code). ally expires at the end of five years from the date 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/14 Alameda County on February 20, 2014 Partnership was filed on 1/1/2014 in the County rize the use in this state of a fictitious business NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, of Alameda. name in violation of the rights of another under CNS-2599427# Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section Saad Rahman Amiri aka Saad Rahman federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 ally expires at the end of five years from the date 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Esmaeilzadeh, 95 Zacate Pl., Fremont, CA 94539 et seq., Business and Professions Code). FICTITIOUS BUSINESS on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant This business was conducted by: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 NAME STATEMENT except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section to section 17913 other than a change in the S/ Saad Rahman Amiri aka Saad Rahman CNS-2590867# File No. 489094 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change residence address of a registered owner. A new Esmaeilzadeh Fictitious Business Name(s): in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant fictitious business name statement must be filed This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Set Right Tile Marble & Granite, 6756 Central to section 17913 other than a change in the before the expiration. Alameda County on February 13, 2014. Ave., Unit C, Newark, CA 94560, County of residence address of a registered owner. A new The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25/14 Alameda fictitious business name statement must be filed rize the use in this state of a fictitious business CNS-2591832# Registrant(s): before the expiration. name in violation of the rights of another under GOVERNMENT Lon Thomas Lawhorn, 4201 Chetwood Ave., The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fremont, CA 94538 rize the use in this state of a fictitious business et seq., Business and Professions Code). NAME STATEMENT Business conducted by: an Individual name in violation of the rights of another under 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 The registrant began to transact business using File No. 487682 federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 CNS-2595301# Fictitious Business Name(s): CITY OF UNION CITY DEPARTMENT OF the fictitious business name(s) listed above on et seq., Business and Professions Code). PUBLIC WORKS NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR 2009 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/14 SRM Xpress, 4222 Central Ave. Apt. #17, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda PROPOSALS (RFP) I declare that all information in this statement TO PROVIDE is true and correct. (A registrant who declares CNS-2597739# NAME STATEMENT Registrant(s): File No. 488125 Balihar Singh, 4222 Central Ave. Apt. #17, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERIVCES FOR as true any material matter pursuant to Section EXPANSION AND REMODELING OF THE 17913 of the Business and Professions code that FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name(s): Fremont, CA 94536 the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- NAME STATEMENT Tang’s Clinic, 1646 B Street, Hayward, CA Business conducted by: an Individual POLICE EVIDENCE ROOM demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one File No. 488495 94541, County of Alameda The registrant began to transact business using UNION CITY, CA thousand dollars [$1,000].) Fictitious Business Name(s): Registrant(s): the fictitious business name(s) listed above on /s/ Lon Thomas Lawhorn Helen’s Fashion, 39055 Cedar Blvd., #123, Wei Hua Tang, 1237 Club Ct., Richmond, CA N/A. Proposals to provide Architectural Design This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda; 355 94803 I declare that all information in this statement Services for Expansion and Remodeling of the Alameda County on March 12, 2014 Lemare Street, Fremont, CA 94539 Business conducted by: an individual is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Police Evidence Room will be received at the NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Registrant(s): The registrant began to transact business using as true any material matter pursuant to Section City of Union, Public Works Department, 34009 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Yu Shan Tseng, 355 Lemare Street, Fremont, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California until ally expires at the end of five years from the date CA 94539 n/a the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at 5 p.m. The City has on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Business conducted by: an individual I declare that all information in this statement demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one not established a DBE goal for this contract. except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section The registrant began to transact business using is true and correct. (A registrant who declares thousand dollars [$1,000].) However, proposers are encouraged to obtain 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change the fictitious business name(s) listed above on as true any material matter pursuant to Section /s/ Balihar Singh DBE participation for this contract. Contact the in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant N/A 17913 of the Business and Professions code that This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Department of Public Works at (510) 675-5308 to to section 17913 other than a change in the I declare that all information in this statement the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Alameda County on February 6, 2014. request a copy of the RFP. All questions should residence address of a registered owner. A new is true and correct. (A registrant who declares demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of be faxed to Thomas Ruark, City of Union City at fictitious business name statement must be filed as true any material matter pursuant to Section thousand dollars [$1,000].) Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- (510) 489-9468. before the expiration. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that /s/ Wei Hua Tang the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- ally expires at the end of five years from the date The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, City of Union City rize the use in this state of a fictitious business demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Alameda County on February 21, 2014 Dated: March 13, 2014 thousand dollars [$1,000].) except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section name in violation of the rights of another under NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change 3/18/14 federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 /s/ Yu Shan Tseng CNS-2600061# This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant et seq., Business and Professions Code). ally expires at the end of five years from the date to section 17913 other than a change in the 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/14 Alameda County on February 27, 2014 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, residence address of a registered owner. A new ORDINANCE NO. 793-14 CNS-2599374# Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section fictitious business name statement must be filed ally expires at the end of five years from the date 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change before the expiration. AN ORDINANCE OF THE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- CITY COUNCIL OF THE NAME STATEMENT except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section to section 17913 other than a change in the rize the use in this state of a fictitious business CITY OF UNION CITY AMENDING File No. 488771 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change residence address of a registered owner. A new name in violation of the rights of another under CHAPTER 1.08 “CITY SEAL” OF THE Fictitious Business Name(s): in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant fictitious business name statement must be filed federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 UNION CITY MUNICIPAL CODE TO Daawat Restaurant, 33324 Alvarado Niles Rd., to section 17913 other than a change in the before the expiration. et seq., Business and Professions Code). REGULATE THE USE OF THE Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda residence address of a registered owner. A new The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 CITY SEAL, THE CITY LOGO, AND Registrant(s): fictitious business name statement must be filed rize the use in this state of a fictitious business CNS-2590892# THE CITY NAME Ema Food Inc., 33324 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union before the expiration. name in violation of the rights of another under City, CA 94587; California The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The above entitled ordinance was adopted by the Business conducted by: a Corporation rize the use in this state of a fictitious business et seq., Business and Professions Code). NAME STATEMENT City Council on March 11, 2014. This abbrevi- The registrant began to transact business using name in violation of the rights of another under 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 File No. 487768 ated notice is published in lieu of the full text of the fictitious business name(s) listed above on federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 CNS-2595295# Fictitious Business Name(s): the ordinance. A copy of the full text of the ordi- 03/07/2014 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Choice One Realty and Investment, 111 Palacio nance, as it was read and adopted on March 11, I declare that all information in this statement 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1/14 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Ct., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda 2014, is available on the City’s website at: http: is true and correct. (A registrant who declares NAME STATEMENT //lf2.unioncity.org/weblink8/0/fol/112/Row1.aspx. as true any material matter pursuant to Section CNS-2597190# Registrant(s): File No. 488417 Hyong C Yoo, 111 Palacio Ct., Fremont, CA A copy of the full text of the ordinance is also 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Fictitious Business Name(s): available at the Office of the City Clerk, 34009 the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 94539 NAME STATEMENT Sekhon Properties, 4768 Selkirk Street, Business conducted by: an Individual Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California, dur- demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one ing normal business hours. The City Clerk can be thousand dollars [$1,000].) File No. 488794 Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda The registrant began to transact business using Fictitious Business Name(s): Registrant(s): the fictitious business name(s) listed above on reached by phone at 510-675-5348 if you desire /s/ Mumamed Zahid Ameen, President a copy of the full text of the ordinance sent to you This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Daniel Beauty Salon, 43478 Ellsworth St., Gurpreet Singh, 4768 Selkirk Street, Fremont, N/A. Alameda County on March 6, 2014 Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda CA 94538 I declare that all information in this statement via email or by first class mail. NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Registrant(s): Kamal J. Chauhan, 4768 Selkirk Street, Fremont, is true and correct. (A registrant who declares Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Daniel Prajudha, 4831 Blythe St., Union City, CA 94538 as true any material matter pursuant to Section PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the ally expires at the end of five years from the date CA 94587 Business conducted by: Married Couple 17913 of the Business and Professions code that City Council of the City of Union City at a regular on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Business conducted by: An Individual The registrant began to transact business using the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- meeting held on March 11, 2014, by the follow- except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one ing vote: 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2-24-14 thousand dollars [$1,000].) in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant October 2nd 2008 I declare that all information in this statement /s/ Hyong C. Yoo AYES: Councilmembers Duncan, Gacoscos, and to section 17913 other than a change in the I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Navarro, Vice Mayor Ellis, Mayor Dutra-Vernaci residence address of a registered owner. A new is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section Alameda County on February 7, 2014. NOES: None fictitious business name statement must be filed as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of ABSENT: None before the expiration. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- ABSTAIN: None The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one ally expires at the end of five years from the date rize the use in this state of a fictitious business demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, APPROVED: name in violation of the rights of another under thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ Gurpreet Singh except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section /s/ Carol Dutra-Vernaci federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 /s/ Daniel Prajudha This statement was filed with the County Clerk of CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI, Mayor This statement was filed with the County Clerk of 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change et seq., Business and Professions Code). Alameda County on February 25, 2014. in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/14 Alameda County on March 6, 2014 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of ATTEST: NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of to section 17913 other than a change in the CNS-2599354# Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- residence address of a registered owner. A new /s/ Renee Elliott Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- ally expires at the end of five years from the date RENEE ELLIOTT, City Clerk ally expires at the end of five years from the date fictitious business name statement must be filed March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 37

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Center to a Teen Center will be received at the Name Unit # Paid Through Date Blvd. Fremont, CA 94538. The items to be sold APPROVED AS TO FORM: City of Union, Deputy City Manager Office, 34009 Marion Miner-McGee B126 1/17/2014 are generally described as follows: clothing, furni- /s/ Benjamin T. Reyes II Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California until Jorge Bran B201 1/11/2014 ture, and / or other household items stored by the BENJAMIN T. REYES II, City Attorney Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 5 p.m. This project PUBLIC AUCTION/SALES Abdul Haiy B245 1/16/2014 following people: 3/18/14 includes funding from Proposition WW. The City Renee Baca B253 12/30/2013 Name Unit # Paid Through Date CNS-2599290# has not established a DBE goal for this contract. Stephanie Willis B267 1/19/2014 Thomas Plumlee 303 11/30/2013 However, proposers are encouraged to obtain Tenisha Adams B289 1/21/02014 Dana Burke 318 11/27/2013 CITY OF UNION CITY DEPARTMENT OF DBE participation for this contract. Contact the NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION Gerald Holmes C173 12/12/2013 Mitchell Mitchel 323 11/24/2013 PUBLIC WORKS NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR Deputy City manager office at (510) 675-5394 to Notice is hereby given that personal property in 3/11, 3/18/14 Darryl Ferrucci 329 1/19/2014 PROPOSALS (RFP) TO PROVIDE request a copy of the RFP. All questions should the following units will be sold at public auction: CNS-2596508# Leticia Lanfranco 330 11/6/2013 ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR be faxed to Tony Acosta, City of Union City at on the 25th day of March, 2014 at or after 12: Lane Roberts AA8098A 11/6/2013 3/11, 3/18/14 CONVERSION OF THE CHARLES F. KENNEDY (510) 475-7318. 30 pm pursuant to the California Self-Storage NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION COMMUNITY CENTER Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: U-Haul Notice is hereby given that personal property in CNS-2596500# TO A TEEN CENTER City of Union City Moving & Storage of Thornton, 4833 Thornton the following units will be sold at public auction: UNION CITY, CALIFORNIA Dated: March 11, 2014 Ave. Fremont, CA 94536. The items to be sold on the 25th day of March, 2014 at or after11: 3/18/14 are generally described as follows: clothing, furni- 15 am pursuant to the California Self-Storage Proposals to provide Architectural Services CNS-2598476# ture, and / or other household items stored by the Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: U-Haul for the Conversion of the Charles F. Kennedy following people: Moving & Storage of Fremont, 44511 Grimmer

County implementing water LETTER TO EDITOR conservation measures

SUBMITTED BY GWENDOLYN duce water use in its facilities, we Eagle project aids disaster preparedness at MITCHELL/LAUREL ANDERSON want to explore long-term solu- tions such as adiabatic distilla- J.F. Kennedy High School tion,” said Supervisor Dave The County of Santa Clara I am a junior at Kennedy High School. In the assemble the shelving units and to fasten them to Cortese, Chair of the Board’s En- Board of Supervisors directed event of a disaster, Kennedy does not have the the cargo container. vironment and Transportation staff to explore opportunities for proper Disaster Container or supplies needed to aid There is minimum risk with this project. The Committee (HLUET). addressing water conservation at the students and faculty. For my Eagle project I am safety concerns will be heat, for those that are paint- The County is also joining its Board meeting, including proposing to paint an existing 40 ft. cargo container ing the inside of the container, paint fumes and lad- with local and regional partners, looking at adiabatic distillation, a both inside and out, provide shelving units inside der use. All helpers will be briefed on safety issues such as Santa Clara Valley Water water extraction technology that the container, and to stock the container with disas- before the project begins each day of work. I will District that issued a mandatory condenses water vapor in the air ter supplies that are important to help the school in have masks, water and possibly a fan to keep the 20% water use reduction for the to make water. Concerned about the event of a disaster. workers cool if the weather is too hot. Those work- Santa Clara County area, and the statewide drought, the Providing this service to the high school will en- ing on ladders will have to work with a buddy to www.saveourh2o.org that pro- County of Santa Clara is actively sure that if or when there is a disaster, Kennedy hold the ladder and keep the painter safe. motes water conservation as an engaged in water conservation ef- High School is prepared. At this time, Kennedy is The amount of supplies bought will solely be de- ongoing effort. The County has forts, examining water conserva- not prepared and would not be able to accommo- termined on the amount of funds raised through created a new web page www.sc- tion measures in place at County date the needs of the students and faculty for any donations. I need to raise at least $5,000 to be suc- cgov.org/saveourwater, that facilities, working with local and length of time. cessful for this project. Your support would be ap- brings together many resources regional partners, and identifying I will need approximately six to eight people to preciated. into one place so residents and strategies to reduce water use over help paint the cargo container. I hope to get the businesses can find water conser- the next few months. Informa- help from my troop, friends and family. I will an- Nick Cutaia, Troop 269 vation tips, rebates from local tion about water conservation nounce the project to my troop and ask for sign ups Fremont water companies, and County can be found at a month before the project start date. (510) 828-3186 conservation efforts. For daily www.sccgov.org/saveourwater. We will use drills, screw drivers and a power [email protected] water conservation tips, go to County staff will report to the washer. The drills and screw drivers will be used to Board’s Housing, Land Use, En- the web site or follow vironment and Transportation @SaveOurWater on Twitter. Committee (HLUET) monthly Santa Clara County businesses to outline current and future and organizations can become part- water conservation strategies. ners in the water conservation ef- Niles-Centerville Little League “While the County has ongo- fort. Go to www.saveourh2o.org to ing water efficiency projects to re- become a partner. honors its president Baseball Measure E SUBMITTED BY LORI LAWRENCE campaign PHOTOS BY YUKI SAITO-MILLER

kick-off Niles-Centerville Little League (NCLL) held its 2014 Opening Day on Saturday, March 8. Ceremonies included SUBMITTED BY IVY WU recognition of community volunteer and League President, Moira Jacobs, for her years of dedication to NCLL. The Measure E is a local school bond League named its Minor Level field ‘Jacobs Field’; many measure to upgrade and renovate Fre- NCLL alumni, board members and team managers were mont school facilities. It will be on the present for the surprise dedication. In addition to her love ballot on June 3 – just three months for baseball, Jacobs has been involved with many other local from now. “Support Fremont organizations for kids, including CYO Basketball and Vol- Schools,” invites everyone to join in leyball, Niles School, Washington High School baseball and on Saturday, March 22 for a local currently serves as WHS Booster Club President. The league School Facility Bond campaign kick- also recognized her family (husband Dave, son Jay, and two off. There will be an informational ses- daughters Alex and Kylie) for the thousands of hours they sion, volunteer signups, phone have spent supporting her efforts. banking and precinct walking. Help support your school district, its students, teachers and staff! Niles-Centerville Little League President Moira Jacobs and Measure E Campaign Kick-off husband Dave Saturday, Mar 22 10 a.m. Fremont Community Center, Central Park Local sailor 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Taxpayers filing from Fremont serves aboard (650) 687-7756 [email protected] combat ship home computers SUBMITTED BY NAVY SPECIALIST 1ST SUBMITTED BY RAPHAEL TULINO CLASS ELECTA G. BERASSA More than 27 million taxpayers have filed their tax returns from home com- A 2008 John F. Kennedy High School gradu- puters so far this year, an increase of almost 6 percent compared to last year. ate and Fremont native is serving in the U.S. These 27 million taxpayers used a variety of software products to prepare Navy as part of a crew working aboard one of the and e-file their own returns. However, the IRS reminds people that they can country’s multi-mission combat ships. prepare and e-file their federal tax returns online for free through Free File at Petty Officer 3rd Class Todd Small, a dam- IRS.gov. Free File has an option for almost everyone, either through brand- age controlman, is serving aboard the San name software or online forms. Diego-based guided missile destroyer USS The Free File program is a public-private partnership between the IRS and Higgins (DDG 76), which returned in Octo- the Free File Alliance, LLC. The Alliance is a consortium of 14 leading tax soft- ber from a nine-month deployment to the ware providers who make their products available exclusively at Middle East and Southeast Asia. While de- www.irs.gov/freefile. All Free File members meet security requirements and use ployed, the ship and its crew of more than 250 the latest in encryption technology to protect taxpayer information. sailors conducted operations with the USS Seventy percent of taxpayers are eligible for easy-to-use Free File software be- Nimitz (CVN 68) Carrier Strike Group and cause their income was $58,000 or less in 2013. People who made more than took part in a number of exercises, theater se- $58,000 and who are comfortable preparing their own returns can use Free File curity cooperation events, and maritime pres- Fillable Forms, the electronic version of IRS paper forms. ence operations with partner nations. Each Free File software provider sets its own criteria for eligibility, generally Destroyers can operate independently or as based on income, age, state residency or military service. However, taxpayers part of carrier strike groups, surface action can quickly find a match by using the “help me find Free File software” tool. groups, amphibious ready groups, and under- Or, taxpayers can review all providers and their offers. Some software providers way replenishment groups. The USS Higgins also offer state tax software and display on their landing pages whether it is free is 505 feet long and 59 feet wide and weighs or if there is a fee. nearly 8,700 tons. Twin gas turbine engines Free File Fillable Forms is more basic, similar to completing a paper Form push the ship through the water at more than 1040. The program performs some math calculations and provides links to 30 mph. “There’s a lot of teamwork involved some IRS publications. It also can be filed electronically for free. However, it with the ship,” said Small. “Rarely will you does not support any state tax returns. find a one-person job. So everyone pitches in to help each other.” Page 38 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE March 18, 2014

BY JOE GOLD and environmentally friendliness. PHOTOS BY NOAH BERGER The elevated airport connector guideway follows the Hegenberger Road median, with a That spiny beast leaping over 880 at the direct stairway from the BART Coliseum sta- Oakland Coliseum is coming to life. It’s tion on one end and a drop off location at the stirring now, testing its wheels, grabbing airport parking lot between the two termi- hold of a cable that will haul it through its nals, so it’s equally accessible to both. elevated guideway down Hegenberger The connector—and the absence of Road at 4.5 miles per hour to the Oakland diesel-scented busses it replaces—cuts

Airport. BART expects to give you a lift to down on vehicle traffic to, from, and your flight by Thanksgiving. within the airport. As Oakland Airport use It wears a BART logo, but the Oakland grows, more people in a hurry darting in Airport Connector (OAC) is not your and out of airport traffic can be madden- standard BART train. It’s a little railroad of ing. Passengers on foot tend to do less its own, “people movers” that run 3.2 damage than impatient people with a miles from the BART Coliseum/Airport steering wheel in their hands. stop to the Oakland Airport terminal in The connector in its current three-car eight minutes and 30 seconds. A three-car train configuration can carry 3.2 million train leaves every four minutes. Built by riders annually, and expand to accommo- Doppelmayr Cable Car of Wolfurt, Aus- date more with four-car trains. The con- tria, the driverless trains are young cousins nector will replace AirBART, a shuttle bus of San Francisco’s rolling landmarks, that carries 750,000 people a year between mostly automated and run from a central the Coliseum BART station and the air- control room, with a very contemporary port. The bus ride takes 20 to 40 minutes, price tag of $484 million—which includes depending on traffic. Given the frequent a separate $3 fare (not available on a BART officials anticipate fares that two stations and a maintenance yard. The events attracting thousands of people to BART or Clipper card), stowing luggage might run from $4 to $6. Actual fares will company, which has installations in the Oakland Coliseum complex, traffic is and wrestling with Hegenberger traffic, be announced before the connector opens Quatar, Las Vegas, Toronto, and often serious. Even at less frenetic times, convinced BART officials that a more ele- for business, in time for holiday travel. Venezuela, touts its simplicity, reliability the inconvenience of exiting BART, paying gant solution was necessary.

100th birthday with a party and the Holy Family, but she did, and has lots of conversation remembering spent 80 joyful years as a Sister. her 100 years. Sister Joanna taught religious edu- Bobbe started her career in the cation for many years in Southern movies as a baby and retired when California. Then in 1955, in response she was five years old to go to to a request from the Bishop, Sister kindergarten. School, family, and Joanna was sent to Hawaii to teach friends defined her life for the catechism. Although the Catholic next decade. Then one day during church had been in Hawaii for many high school when, according to years, there was very little religious ed- her, she was avoiding doing her ucation being taught there. Sister homework, she read a pamphlet Joanna and her fellow Sisters went to SUBMITTED BY CHARLOTTE HALL that explained what it meant to small towns, gathered the children and have a religious calling. It res- started catechism classes, holding the It is hard for most of us to comprehend onated with her, the joy of devot- classses wherever they could, which how different the world was 100 years ago ing one’s life to God seemed so was often outdoors. Sister Joanna – ordinary people did not have electricity, right. A few weeks later, when she loved the native people in Hawaii and running water or cars; and of course there read another pamphlet, “Gleaners was delighted to make that her min- were no televisions, computers, or cell Along the King’s Highway” about istry and home for 45 years. phones. But there were silent movies, and the work of the Sisters of the Sister Joanna has lived through for one local woman, Sister Joanna Con- Holy Family, Bobbe knew imme- many changes in the church as well nolly a member of Sisters of the Holy diately that she wanted to be one as the world. Now Sister Joanna is Family in Fremont, her first career was as a of them. When she told her fam- back in California, living at the child actress in many of those silent ily and friends of her plan, many Motherhouse in Fremont, still find- movies. In March, Sister Joanna, whose of them doubted that she would ing ways to reflect the love of God childhood name was Bobbe, celebrated her last long as a novitiate of Sisters of to everyone she meets. March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 39

BY MEDHA RAMAN

ooking for a dazzling event with unique food and en- tertainment offerings that also supports a good cause? SUBMITTED BY TROY RIVER L At St. Rose Hospital Foundation’s “A Taste of Style” event, attendees can look forward to an exciting evening of A down-and-out skid row floral assistant be- wine tasting, fantastic food sampling, shopping in the fashion comes an overnight sensation when he discovers an and accessory marketplace, bidding on one-of-a-kind items at exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh the auctions and, cheering on the models in the fashion show. blood. Soon “Audrey II” grows into an ill-tem- The non-profit St. Rose Hospital Foundation was founded pered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore who in 1977 to support the mission of St. Rose Hospital in Hay- offers him fame and fortune in exchange for feed- ward - provide quality healthcare to the needy. Over the last ing its growing appetite. Audrey II finally reveals it- several years, the Foundation has found creative ways to sup- self to be an alien creature poised for global port the hospital’s services, programs, and capital improve- domination! ments, raising over 18 million dollars since its opening and One of the longest-running Off-Broadway 4.6 million dollars in the last five years. They host three shows of all time, this affectionate spoof of 1950s fundraisers each year – a Charity Golf Classic, their signature sci-fi movies has become a household name, thanks black tie gala “Under the Grand White Tent,” and “A Taste of to a highly successful film version and a score by Style,” scheduled for March 27 at Castlewood Country Club the songwriting team of Howard Ashman and Alan in Pleasanton. Menken, who redefined the animated musical film Although this is the twelfth year that the St. Rose Hospital with Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Foundation has hosted a women’s spring event, it is only the Beast, and Aladdin. second year of “A Taste of Style.” After a roaring success last Charming, tuneful and hilarious, with tongue year, raising $1,000,000, the Foundation is excited to bring firmly planted in cheek, Little Shop Of Horrors back the event for another wonderful evening. never fails to entertain. Net proceeds from “A Taste of Style” will support Patient Little Shop Of Horrors Services at the hospital; everything from medical equipment, Thursday, Apr 3 – Saturday, Apr 12 American High School, Theatre 70 new beds, and monitors to anything else that can help im- 7 p.m. - Apr 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 36300 Fremont Blvd, Fremont prove the quality of care. According to Foundation Special 3:30 p.m. – Thursday, Apr 3 (half-price) (510) 796-1776 ext 57702 Events Coordinator Jullian Luchsinger, St. Rose Hospital pro- 2 p.m. - Sunday, Apr 6 Tickets: $5 - $12 vides a greater percentage of charity care than any other hospi- tal in Alameda County; over 50 percent of all patients admitted to St. Rose Hospital are uninsured or underserved. The event will feature exclusive wines and delectable tidbits in an engaging, fun, and stylish setting. Several Bay Area wineries in- cluding Nottingham Cellars, Henry Wine Group, Crooked Vine Winery, R&B Cellars, and Concannon Vineyard among others will provide wine tasting for attendees. For food, small treats, and coffee sampling, attendees can count on vendors like Nothing Bundt Cakes, Sweet Springs Gelato, SCHARFFEN BERGER chocolates and Travelin’ Joe Expresso. The fun-filled evening also includes an opportunity to shop for clothes and accessories in a stylish market place. Some of this year’s fashion partners are Macy’s, Sassy Scarves, Silpada Designs, Stella & Dot Jewelry, and June Sablan De- signs. Be sure to check out the latest fashion trends modeled by some of the hospital staff and local dignitaries. In addition, Macy’s fashion show will showcase some of the new seasons’ must have looks. With a chance to win fabulous prizes, the event is definitely an evening extravaganza for a great cause! Sponsors of this year’s event are Fremont Bank, Macy’s, Safeway, home health agency AHHCI, and the Castlewood County Club. For more information about tickets, call (510) 264-4007 or visit www.srhca.org. For sponsorship opportunities or to donate to the silent auction, call Jillian Luchsinger at (510) 264-4007 or e-mail [email protected].

A Taste of Style Thursday, Mar 27 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Castlewood Country Club 707 Country Club Cir, Pleasanton (510) 264-4007 www.srhca.org Tickets: $85 March 18, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 40

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