VOLUME L, NUMBER 13 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, MARCH 28. 2013 Haven Slated to Take Over Thrift Store The board of Buenas Vi- Vidas board member Bill for dissolution of the non- clothes for her and her kids founders. The Haven added das Youth Ranch has deter- Sutcliffe. Buenas Vidas will profit. Haven board and staff the next day. " said King. a shelter for women and mined that Tri-Valley Haven continue to operate it. After members were present, and The Haven also operates children, legal services, and will take over operation of the non-profit legally goes offered information about Sojourner House, where the Valley's only rape crisis the Buenas Vidas Thrift out of business, the Haven what they can do to ensure men are allowed with their center. Store. will take it over, and con- a smooth transition for the children, and boys over Also added were addic- After serving youths tinue the operation. store. the age of 10. "One dad tion recovery, a community since the 1970s, Buenas The thrift store is not in Ann King, executive di- scheduled a job interview. services building (in 1996), Find Out What's Vidas is ending its service, any financial trouble. It has rector of the Haven, said that We got a voucher for him to support groups for teens, and disposing of its assets. been operating in black ink, the staff and board have been go to the store, so he could a sexual assault response Happening Changes in state rules con- thanks to volunteers and talking about the change in dress for an interview," said team, a food pantry, and a cerning placement of boys generous donors. However, management for awhile. King. homeless shelter. The state's Check Out Section A economic woes brought lay- Section A is filled with at the youth ranch made the number of customers and "We've been partners King said that the transi- funding that mission impos- donors has declined since re- with Buenas Vidas for a offs, which reduced the staff information about arts, tion is "bittersweet for us. to 35 employees. people, entertainment and sible. A plan to house girls cent press reports about the long time. We sent all of our Although we are privileged An anonymous donor special events. There are there instead also fell short Buenas Vidas entity going donated items to the store. In to be taking the thrift store, has offered The Haven education stories, a variety economically, so the ranch out of business. Some people return, they have served our Buenas Vidas is closing. $125,000, if other donors of features, and the arts and itself in rural Livermore will incorrectly assumed that clients, said King. That's a heart-breaker." match it by June. King said entertainment and bulletin be sold. the store had closed, said a "If someone comes to Tri-Valley Haven began the drive is getting close board. The Buenas Vidas store volunteer at the store. Shiloh (the women's shelter) with community volunteers to its goal. She is hopeful is open, though, and will The Buenas Vidas board in the middle of the night in in 1977 with a crisis line that the match will be com- remain that way, said Buenas met last week, and voted a night gown, we can get in the home of one of the pleted. Panel in Pleasanton Zone 7 Recycled Will Speak on Water Membership Affordable Care Act Focuses on Water Safety California Senate Major- By Ron McNicoll would not go toward any Zone 7 Water Agency is lobbying efforts for grants ity Leader Ellen Corbett has renewing its membership in for recycled water projects. invited a panel of experts to a recycled water association, Some members pay as much Pleasanton on March 27 to a move that brought ques- as $24,000 at that level of answer the public's questions tions from two former Zone membership. about provisions of the Af- 7 officials. Further, belonging to the fordable Care Act (ACA). The board voted unani- association would keep Zone The panel discussion is mously March 20 to con- 7 current on developments in scheduled to run from 7 p.m. tinue its associate member- the recycled water field, said to 9 p.m. at the Pleasanton ship in the newly expanded board members. Wholesaler Library, 400 Old Bernal Western Recycled Water Zone 7 is the guardian of the Ave. Coalition. underground water basin, as The session is intended to Former Zone 7 director designated by the Valley's cover the insurance market- Margaret Tracy of Liver- four water retailers. place that the state will set up more and Pleasanton resi- Purnell passed out cop- as allowed by the ACA. The dent Peggy Purnell, who was ies of an abstract of a paper act also mandates that every- a member of a groundwater written in 2000 by Herman one have insurance, and that advisory committee before Bouwer about consider- low-cost policies be offered it was terminated a decade ations concerning irrigation by private insurers through ago, objected to the mem- of treated sewer water being health benefit exchanges. Photo - Doug Jorgensen bership. sprayed over underground Both women said that water basins. Although some provi- Oakland A's mascot Stomper was on hand last Friday to encourage students at Vintage Hills Elementary School in Pleasanton to take part in Fun Fit Friday at the rejoining would encourage Bouwer's abstract says sions of the ACA won't come water recycling's expan- that usually studies on long- into effect until Jan. 1, 2014, school. For more on the event, see page 10. sion in the Valley, which term effects on recycled the public can sign up on or in the long run they said water in basins focus on after Oct. 1 this year. Dublin Starts Study for a 12-acre Parkland Acquisition could pose problems for the effects of nitrates and Speaking at the event will the Valley's underground nitrites, which are salts. be Bonnie Preston, an out- By Ron McNicoll absent. He was visiting Dub- build-out. The city's goal is water storage basin. They However, other chemicals, reach and policy specialist Dublin launched an ef- lin's sister city in Ireland. set at one acre of parkland called for a publicly noticed such as endocrine disrupters for the U.S. Department of fort to pick up 12 acres of If the park deal goes for every 1000 residents. hearing on the matter. The (with a source from birth Health & Human Services; parkland, and a separate 2 through, the city would save The city's population grew item was on the consent control pills in effluent) and Elizabeth Echols, regional acres near the East Dublin millions of dollars. Accord- larger than was projected calendar. other pharmaceuticals must administrator of the U.S. BART station for $4.6 mil- ing to staff, a fair market when the goal was estab- General manager Jill Du- be considered. Small Business Adminis- lion in exchange for the purchase of the 14 acres lished. erig and board members Zone 7 does test its drink- tration, and Diane Stanton, successful conclusion of a would cost the city $15 If the general plan amend- pointed out that Zone 7, ing water. It meets federal a special consultant with general plan amendment for million. ment were successfully which has no recycled wa- and state requirements. Du- Covered California. a developer. Adding a 12-acre park completed for developer ter project itself, would be erig said that every five Covered California is an The city council voted would also correct a current UP Amador, LLC, the city only an associate member. years, Zone 7 submits a independent public entity 4-0, with Mayor Tim Sbranti projected 12-acre deficit at (See PARK, page 5) The agency's $2300 in dues (See WATER, page 5) within state government. It is run by a five-member board appointed by the Governor and the Legislature. Parents Upset with Two of its members are appointed by the gover- Change in Children's nor, two by the Legislature, and the fifth is either the Theater Management Secretary of the California Parents with children each, checked references, Health and Human Services involved in theater through and negotiated the terms of Agency, or another designee, the City of Pleasanton were the contract. The recommen- serving as an ex-officio vot- not happy with the selec- dation was to hire BACT. ing member of the board. tion of Bay Area Children's Andrade-Wax stated that Appointed members serve Theatre (BACT) to run the the breadth of programs four year terms. program. available through BACT Although redistricting BACT replaces San Fran- would enable the city to pro- moved the 10th Senate Dis- cisco Shakespeare Festival, vide improved programming trict boundary out of Pleas- which had contracted with in the future. anton, that won't take effect the city to provide children's The $109,000 contract until 2014, so Corbett is still theatrical productions and calls for three mainstage representing the district. training since 2008. Shake- productions, one at the Ama- New boundaries for odd- speare Festival will continue dor Theater and two at the numbered Senate districts to perform Shakespeare in Firehouse Arts Center. This took effect this year, so Sen. the Park in Pleasanton. year's shows will be School Mark DeSaulnier in the 7th The city council approved House Rock Live, Willie District picked up Pleasan- the new management by a 3 Wonka, and The Secret Gar- ton, in an overlap with the to 0 vote. Jerry Pentin was den. The revenue from the Photo - Doug Jorgensen 10th District. absent. performances will be shared A panel discussion was part of the program held at Las Positas College to honor Parents were not only with the city. displeased with the recom- BACT will also offer women veterans. Moderating the discussion was Lindsey Sin, Deputy Secretary for Cities Intend mendation to change the classes and camps as part Women's Affairs. program operators, but also of the city's recreation of- to Attract with the process that led to ferings. Future programs the change. could include in-class cur- Energy Grants Susan Andrade-Wax, riculum and performances Women Veterans Discuss Issues Stopwaste.org is creating Community Services Direc- in schools. By Carol Graham their motivation, their chal- Sin. "We have unique chal- a council among its members tor, explained that a request Parent Johanna Yoder The gathering of distin- lenges and their deep-seated lenges; we need support, to make it easy to obtain for proposals was issued. stated that she was saddened guished, go-getting veterans patriotism. respect and appreciation for grants for energy saving It received two responses, by the recommendation. was exceptional, even by What made this group serving our country." projects. BACT and San Francisco "Shakespeare has provided collegiate standards. unique is that they all are She added with a sly The Stopwaste.org agency Shakespeare. A screening an amazing program. I be- For nearly two hours on women. smile, "We're also a little resulted from the combining committee comprised of lieved that would be taken March 21st at Las Positas "Women veterans are all badass." of waste management and staff and two Civic Arts into account." She said that College, the veterans spoke around you," said speaker The audience, made up of Commissioners interviewed (See THEATER, page 10) recycling boards in Alameda candidly of their service, and Navy veteran Lindsey (See VETERANS, page 10) County. So far, six cities in the county have joined, said PET OF THE WEEK Stopwaste.org spokesper- Inside Bolt is a 4 year old Puggle mix who loves everybody. son Jeff Becerra. None is He does well on a leash and has great manners. Bolt in the Valley, but cities are SECTION A Editorial...... 4 planning to have the mat- enjoys cuddles and warm laps; he would fit right in ter placed on their council Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 to any household with his easygoing and charismatic agendas soon. Bulletin Board...... 10 Roundup...... 3 personality. For more information, call 925-426-8656 or Dublin's representative to go online to www.valleyhumane.org or www.facebook. Stopwaste.org, vice mayor Milestones ...... 10 & 12 Short Notes...... 9 com/ValleyHumaneSociety to see other adoptable Don Biddle, reported back MAIN SECTION Sports...... 6 dogs and cats. Valley Humane Society is located at (See ENERGY, page 10) Classifieds...... 11 Obituaries...... 9 3670 Nevada Street in Pleasanton. Photo by Ken Jacoby PAGE 2 - The Independent, MARCH 28. 2013 The Independent, MARCH 28. 2013 - PAGE 3 Temporary foster homes needed for “Springtime Six” Six cats plucked from have a chance to blossom. is not transferrable to dogs bons, Ruffles, and their for- neighborhood cats. a crowded hoarding situa- VHS is looking for indi- or humans, but potential mer house mates would Families and individuals tion are counting on Valley viduals and families willing fosters should have no other have no trouble finding new with room to foster one of Humane Society (VHS) to to foster one of these spe- cats. As potential carriers of homes; adorable and engag- the Springtime Six for a one- cultivate a brighter future cial cats in their homes for FeLV, the Springtime Six ing, their attention-seeking month period should contact for them this spring. Yet with approximately one month, must be kept separate from antics would attract adopt- VHS at (925) 426-8656. the possibility of a viral in- while they complete test- all other cats, including each ers like bees to a flower. All necessary training and fection overshadowing that ing for the feline leukemia other, during the testing Should they be diagnosed supplies will be provided. future, VHS is asking for the virus (FeLV) virus. Spread phase. Holding six cats for as FeLV-positive, however, Fosters may be asked to Baby is one of the cats community’s help to make primarily through contact that length of time in sepa- they could only be adopted transport animals to and needing a home. sure the “Springtime Six” with infected saliva, FeLV rate quarters at VHS would to homes with other FeLV- from VHS periodically as burden the facility’s space positive cats or no other cats, needed for testing and/or availability and send rescue and would have to be kept vet exams. VHS is located operations into hibernation. indoors to prevent trans- at 3670 Nevada Street in Ordinarily Sunny, Rib- mission of the disease to Pleasanton.

Delta Protection Commission all cobra-head streetlight fixtures through- Senator Mark DeSaulnier has been ap- out the City, replacing approximately pointed to serve as an ex-officio member 3,100 light fixtures in total. of the Delta Protection Commission. The In addition to the solar panels being mission of the Delta Protection Commis- installed at the Library and Civic Center sion is to adaptively protect, maintain, and and the neighborhood streetlight up- where possible, enhance and restore the grades, several energy upgrade projects overall quality of the Delta environment are planned throughout the City includ- consistent with the Delta Protection Act, ing the upgrade of irrigation systems at and the Land Use and Resource Manage- local parks, as well as the heating and ment Plan for the Primary Zone. cooling systems at City-owned buildings “Serving on the Delta Protection Com- ultimately resulting in substantial energy mission is a privilege, but it also comes savings. with great responsibility,” DeSaulnier For more information, please visit said. “The Delta does not just showcase www.dublin.ca.gov/energyupgrades or the natural beauty of our state. It plays an contact the Environmental Services Divi- important role ecologically and economi- sion at (925) 833-6650. cally in California—including Eastern Contra Costa County, which I am proud Annual Good Friday Protest to represent. I welcome the opportunity On Good Friday, March 29, people will to continue to serve as a strong advocate gather for prayer and witness outside the for protecting, preserving, and restoring Livermore Laboratory National Labora- the Delta environment.” tory to protest nuclear weapons research. Guest speaker Phil Lawson, who was Dublin Going Solar deeply involved with King’s movement The City of Dublin has started the in the 1960’s, will reflect on Dr. King’s preparation work for the solar arrays last book, Where Do We Go from Here: which will be located at the Civic Center. Chaos or Community? The crews successfully transplanted the Sacred dance will be led by nationally trees in the parking lots to new locations in recognized Carla DeSola, who teaches the surrounding Dublin Sports Grounds. Sacred Dance at the Pacific School of Re- Construction of the arrays will continue ligion and the Center for the Arts, Religion through mid-May. & Education, an affiliate of the Graduate During the construction period, only Theological Union, Berkeley, CA. half of the parking spaces closest to City After the service, participants will walk Hall will be available at any given time. about one-quarter mile to the main gate of The parking for the Library will be main- the Lab, where some will join in a circle tained as usual and additional parking is dance followed by an opportunity for non- available at the Dublin Sports Grounds. violent acts of witness. The procession to This project is part of the comprehen- the Laboratory’s main gate with banners sive Citywide energy efficiency upgrades and signs will pause along the way at the that are already underway. The street light Stations of the Cross of Homelessness. retrofit project has been completed for the Additional information may be found community, which successfully retrofitted at http://www.epicalc.org/ PAGE 4 - The Independent, MARCH 28. 2013 Livermore Among Top 15 Cities Projected EDITORIAL To Absorb Housing in Plan Bay Area Livermore is among fif- between now and 2040, the Mark Luce, who represents reational space all are within Engaged Community teen cities in the nine Bay Bay Area can add 1.1 million ABAG on MTC. “Cities convenient reach. There is a tendency to forget that there is a large Area counties projected to jobs and 2.1 million residents and counties identified the Others see it as having Spanish speaking population in this area. absorb the majority of the with relatively little sub- best places for growth to a negative impact on local The 2010 U.S. Census shows that 31,000 of the housing through 2014 in the urban sprawl, with growth preserve the character of control, because funding three Valley cities’ total population of 199,000, or draft Plan Bay Area released planned within adopted ur- existing neighborhoods and for transportation projects about 15 percent, are of Hispanic descent. last Friday. ban growth boundaries. The protect agricultural lands.” is tied to compliance. At Programs with the goal of helping them to be- At the same time, BART selected development targets He added that the plan will hearings during the planning to Livermore extension is not are based on locally adopted be updated every four years process, some said it was an come a more active part of the community have on the list of top ten priority general plans and zoning to reflect new information attack on property rights. and are being established. transportation projects. The ordinances. and emerging priorities. Cities in the Tri-Valley Already in operation is the Livermore Chamber draft plan calls for 87 percent Livermore is projected to MTC and ABAG have sent a letter raising issues of Commerce’s Hispanic Business Council. While of funding go toward sustain- grow from 30,340 units to scheduled public hearings that should be addressed. primarily designed to give Hispanic business own- ing the existing transporta- 40,020 by 2040, an increase in each of the nine Bay Area The letter from the Tri-Val- ers a voice, it acts as a bridge across all sectors of tion network. of 32 percent. counties for comment on ley Cities Councils states the community, providing connections between Dawn Argula, Supervisor The draft is described Draft Plan Bay Area. Each that infrastructure improve- Scott Haggerty aide, noted as an integrated long-range public hearing will include ments will most likely be ages, ethnicities and services. there is $168 million identi- transportation and land-use/ an open house slated for needed to support develop- Plans are underway to create a heritage center fied for Tri-Valley Access housing plan. The planning the same evening to give ment beyond what is cur- as a way to promote understanding and mutual ap- Improvements to and from effort to develop a sustain- Bay Area residents an op- rently included in local gen- preciation among people of different backgrounds BART, which includes the able communities strategy portunity to view displays eral plans. Considering that and cultures. The center could provide classes in project level environmen- is called for by state law in and ask questions about the local governments’ finances such areas as language and healthy living, display tal impact report. There is SB 375. The law requires draft plan. Those interested are already strained, the exhibits, works of art and other aspects of Hispanic no money for construction. reduction in greenhouse can stay for a public hearing identification and provi- However, there is potential gas emissions related to to provide oral comments. sion of additional fund- culture. The center would showcase visual and funding on the horizon such transportation. There are For those unable to stay for ing sources, to offset costs performing arts. as $660 million in federal nine counties and 101 cities the public hearing, a com- incurred for both planning The Bankhead Theater brings in a variety of New Starts money and future that would be impacted by ment station will be open and implementation phases Spanish heritage performing arts groups. Measure B funds. Argula the plan. throughout the evening. (i.e., for new and upgraded As one observer noted, “I believe our entire stated that project list for The plan estimates re- Copies of the draft plan will infrastructure to support community will be best served when all of our Measure B will not change. gional greenhouse gas emis- be available for download at growth in the PDAs), should residents are engaged in the heartbeat of our It includes $400 million for sions would be reduced by 9 OneBayArea.org, and will be included. the BART extension. The percent by 2035. That's less be mailed to select public li- Issues that remain un- downtown and city life.” We agree. New Starts funds are to be than the 15 percent reduction braries in all nine counties. addressed include the fis- spent in either the North Bay called for. A draft transpor- The hearing in Alameda calization of land use. So or East Bay. tation plan to be released County will be held at 6 p.m. long as there are significant The details of how the later this year is expected to on Wed., May 1 at the Mi- fiscal benefits from commer- draft Plan Bay Area will identify ways to reach the rage Ballroom, 4100 Peralta cial/retail development, and look in Tri-Valley cities will mandated reduction level. Blvd., Fremont. significant long-term costs be unveiled when the draft Planning agencies are Members of the public associated with residential Pleasanton Letter environmental impact report not required to follow the can comment on the draft development (and especially is released this Friday. Hous- plan, even if it were adopted. plan on-line through Plan rental housing buildings Supports CEQA Reform ing, jobs and transportation However, the Metropolitan Bay Area Town Hall, which that generally sell and are were all part of the study. Transportation Commission invites comments from resi- reassessed less often than The Pleasanton City but not the impacts of the The Association of Bay would be required to show dents on each chapter of the single family homes), the Council approved sending environment on the project. Area Governments (ABAG) preference to communities draft document. Comments promotion of appropriate a letter to state legislators Historically, Pleasanton has and the Metropolitan Trans- who move forward with im- will be reviewed by offi- development patterns will supporting revamping of the reviewed both, said Dolan. portation Commission provements identified in the cials from both agencies as continue to face an uphill AB 515 would establish a (MTC) are the lead agen- plan when deciding where they consider the adoption fiscal battle. California Environmental specific division of the court Quality Act (CEQA). The system that would employ cies in the planning process. state and federal transporta- of the final Plan in summer In order for developers council made one change in judges with a background in The preferred scenario is tion funds would be spent. 2013. Comments may also and communities to invest in the wording that had been the CEQA process. described as focusing 80 “Plan Bay Area builds be emailed to info@one- locations near transit, there recommended by staff. Thorne explained that percent of new housing and upon prior work at the lo- bayarea.org. is a need for certainty that Councilmember Cheryl the letter would support the 66 percent of new jobs in cal level and prepares us to There has been opposi- the transit will be there for Cook-Kallio noted that there request by the Governor to Priority Development Ar- be more competitive in the tion to the plan. The draft the long term, and that the needs to be reform. Howev- modernize CEQA. One of eas. The goal is to reduce private sector, more efficient plan has been called the service will be adequate to er, there needs to be a way to the targets would be law- greenhouse gas emissions, in the public sector, and pre- latest attempt to encourage address the demands placed challenge a legitimate threat suits with the sole purpose limit growth outside of the serves the values that we love local governments to accept on it. Meanwhile, over the of delaying a project where region’s core, and preserve about the Bay Area for cur- higher-density growth as past few years that certainty to the environment. She the lawsuit has nothing to do natural resources and open rent and future generations,” part of an effort to create has been undermined by said she had trouble with with protecting the environ- space. noted ABAG President and communities where jobs, cutbacks on funding for staff wording that appears ment. The plan projects that Napa County Supervisor housing, shopping and rec- transit. to prevent any challenge. The wording she objected to stated the following: "Elimi- nate the ability to challenge adopted environmental stan- dards, or lawsuits filed by any party for any purpose to challenge any or all en- (Opinions voiced in let- ing schools in this plan are Main site for the award: City Council. (LVPAC) and the Bankhead vironmental attributes of a ters published in Mailbox identified as persistently http://www2.ed.gov/pro- Theater with the cash flow project." are those of the author and lowest-achieving." grams/racetothetop-district/ Currency Reform challenges resulting from Cook-Kallio suggest- do not necessarily reflect Attracting quality teach- index.html Rich Buckley the dissolution of redevel- ed that sounded like there the opinion of The Inde- ers and administration? "The Livermore opment agencies across the could be no challenge in pendent. Letter Policy: The plan does not, however, ad- Vote for Miller Reform the Federal Re- state, and certainly want any form. Independent will not publish dress the core educational Julie Testa serve and The US Currency: to thank the four council Councilmember Karla anonymous letters, nor will reform area for recruiting, Pleasanton I can think of no single members for their support, Brown agreed with her. "It it publish letters without developing, rewarding and Pleasanton residents need change that can be made there were several erroneous is too broad as stated." names. Abusive letters may retaining effective teachers to be aware of a threat to our peacefully, aside from the statements made during the City Manager Nelson be rejected or edited. Fre- and principals, especial- quality of life. One-Bay- grace of awakening of all meeting that should to be Fialho said the wording quent letter writers may have ly where they are needed Area is forcing development human consciousness, that corrected. could be changed to say, publication of their letters most." on local communities. The would benefit the people First, councilmember "eliminate frivolous chal- delayed. Letters should be And that the federal plan involves transportation more. Laureen Turner stated that lenges to adopted environ- submitted by e-mail to edit- grant money would be spent and housing trends; it is tied The restructuring of our LVPAC has had more than mental standards or attempts [email protected].) wisely over four years on to transportation funding to currency and Federal Re- 18 months to craft a new to change standards once students and for student im- force compliance. The goal serve System with the goal plan to address the financial issues created by the state’s vetted through the public School Reform provement, such as student is to change transportation of releasing ourselves from iPads, other technology, actions on redevelopment. process." Alan Heckman and housing habits, away the unnecessary controlling Livermore or individualized tutoring? from expectations of single- bondage of international In fact, the state’s determina- Mayor Jerry Thorne, who "The budget request is for tion denying tax increment had requested the letter, Susan Kinder expressed family homes. High-density private bankers, would have $5.2 million however half such far reaching positive payments to LVPAC was agreed to the change. He concern about losing $200 housing will bring a high of this amount, $2.6 million, concentration of people, significance to uplift all the issued on December 18, said, "We are not trying to thousand from the Federal Government due to the se- is to be used for a one-time, without generating adequate people. 2012, inconsistent with its eliminate CEQA as a tool to five day Professional Devel- mitigation fees to offset Carefully implemented previous approval. With its address legitimate environ- quester cuts. After examining the eval- opment Summer Institute. the strain it will cause to with balance and wisdom, administrative remedies ex- mental issues." uation and rejection by the The narrative fails to make our roads, parks, schools, such a change would recast hausted, LVPAC was forced Community Develop- U.S. Department of Educa- a compelling case for how and library. Bonds will be relationships between the to file a lawsuit against the ment Director Brian Dolan tion of the Livermore School a five-day Institute out of a forced on residents to pay people and their elected state in late January of this told the council that pro- District's "Race to the Top- four-year grant term justifies for these impacts. I support leaders thus reestablishing year. Sixty days is hard- posed bills in Sacramento District" $5.2 million grant such a large investment of affordable housing when the peoples' lost trust in their ly enough time to craft a follow a general theme. application, she should feel funds while also failing to done in a way that properly government. funding plan that would The most comprehensive is lucky to get any money from link any meaningful metrics mitigates its impacts, but May I invite your special replace ten years of plan- SB 731. It talks about the the federal government this or expected outcomes with this will damage our existing attention to consider the ning. Further, with a March need for change. It does not coming year. this significant expendi- community. work of Ellen Brown: http:// 31st deadline for payments provide specifics. Topics The application was eval- ture." Any housing that is not tinyurl.com/d8hcr28 to LVPAC’s bond holders, addressed include allowing uated on the district's past In summary, reform is fully mitigated will further As Ellen Brown says: there was just enough time to more exemptions to envior- ability to educate students, desperately needed, but the overcrowd our schools. I "Money today is simply a come forward to the council nmental review for infill plans for attracting quality Livermore School District is often think of the rats in a legal agreement between to request assistance. The council’s affirmative vote and smart development, teachers and administration, not qualified, finishing 327th cage experiment. The rats parties. Nothing backs it out of 347 applicants, and ensures that there will be reliance on previously ap- and accountability that the lived harmoniously, caring but “the full faith and credit grant money received would last in California. for one another when the of the United States.” The time available to develop a proved CEQA documents, It is odd that the Liver- detailed plan for LVPAC’s and some discussion of lead to student improve- cage was spacious. They United States could issue its more School District was credit directly to fund its own fiscal stability. court procedures when a ment. multiplied, space and food quoted in the Independent, became scarce; they turned budget, just as our forebears Second, setting the record document is challenged. If Among the federal gov- ernment's findings, con- "that it was already meeting aggressive and began eating did in the American colonies straight, LVPAC’s board has a project meets established the needs of low-income, mi- their young. In over-crowd- and as Abraham Lincoln did not been remiss in authoriz- thresholds, there would be cerning educational ability, "a disturbing decrease in nority and English-learning ed public schools, students in the Civil War. ing the expenditure of more no more review. scores for Hispanic stu- students," when the district often get lost in the crowd "Any serious discussion than nine million dollars Another bill, SB 671, is dents at Joe Michell K-8 and admitted the exact opposite and demonstrate aggressive of this alternative has long for the development of the a specific response to court Junction Avenue K-8," that to the U.S. Department of survival behavior. Pleas- been taboo among econo- regional theater. In fact, cases, continued Dolan. It the district "acknowledges Education. As for assistant anton must oppose forced mists and politicians. But in LVPAC’s contracts (DDAs) addresses documents that the disappointing results superintendent Chris Van housing that will damage our a landmark speech on Feb- with the City of Livermore evaluate the impacts of a in Junction Avenue K-8.", Schaack's February asser- community. ruary 6, 2013, Adair Turner, required the organization to project on the environment, and "all of the participat- tion that "There was no Pleasanton leaders are chairman of Britain’s Fi- pursue all avenues, includ- evidence that the particular not standing up to this as- nancial Services Authority, ing entitlements, building demographic groups had any sault on our community. broke the taboo with a his- designs and construction need for the charter school," Legal fees to protect our toric speech recommending plans, in order to secure a this is odd considering that community will seem insig- that approach." . . . building permit, move for- (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) the federal government's nificant when we are faced ward with financing and be- Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala review was completed and gin construction in a timely Associate Publisher: David T. 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(continuedWATER from page one) report concerning the under- any paper written in 2000 is the ground water basin is ground basin and the salts, apparently now behind the slowed down by the migra- including nitrates and ni- curve concerning the topic. tion. trites. The next deadline for Zone 7 hydrogeologist There is no sprayed an update will be in 2014. Matt Katen said that Bouwer recycled water project in Bert Michalczyk, DSRSD is a well-respected scientist Pleasanton now, although general manager, heads an in the field, but also noted the city is trying to put one agency that recycled enough that the study does not take together for Hacienda Busi- treated wastewater in 2010 into consideration current ness Park, using some of to displace the potable water concerns. its share of effluent that it that would have been used Michalczyk told The In- contributes to the DSRSD by 6075 families in Dublin dependent that anytime a treatment plant. and San Ramon. city or agency wants to start Pleasanton water offi- Endocrine disrupters and a recycled water project, it cials were not available other relatively new chemi- must apply to the state for for comment before The cals in effluent should be of a permit. These permits are Independent's deadline to concern. However, they are up for renewal every five comment. being dealt with in regula- years. Livermore assistant pub- tions, said Michalczyk. The Valley's main under- lic works director Darren Michalczyk served on a ground water basin spreads Greenwood said that Liver- state committee that worked out under most of Pleasanton Photo - Doug Jorgensen more has no plans to expand on statewide standards for and Livermore, said Katen. irrigation. Its wastewater ir- The middle span of the Iron Horse Trail bridge over Livermore Avenue was completed recycled water irrigation and Dublin is located above a rigates the city's Las Positas last week. Additional construction remains on the project that links the Transit groundwater basins. He said fringe basin. Eventually, Golf Course and the Liver- Center with Oak Street. In the photo, a crane lifts the bridge into place. Residents that standards were adopted the water in a fringe basin more Outlet Mall. may still experience short delays, traffic controls and lane closures in the weeks in 2009 by the state board of can migrate to the main Pleasanton has ap- ahead. Project completion is expected by May 1st. public health. He noted that basin, but percolation into proached Livermore about buying some of its surplus treated water for possible use at the Staples Ranch, said Greenwood. Duerig said that the bot- (continued from page 4) tom line is, "There are no Bankhead Theater. This boards in favor of retaining concerns about our ability one that private developers Thank You Miller for Council to meet drinking water stan- follow. As Len Alexander, Alan Frank, Livermore- far-sighted action means Suzanne Tringali local control. David has that our current activities also been on the forefront of dards from our ground-water LVPAC’s Executive Direc- Amador Symphony presi- Pleasanton basin." Even 20 years or tor, observed at the council dent; Charles Hartwig, and the 2013-14 season that I have known David Mill- the unfunded liability issue facing Pleasanton and has more into the future, "there meeting, had the state not Rae Dorough Speaker Se- we are all busy planning will er, his wife Laura, and their should not be concern, be- abolished redevelopment ries Chair; Eric Horning, proceed normally. three daughters for several been instrumental in bring- ing the issue to the attention cause Zone 7 will make sure agencies, LVPAC would Del Valle Fine Arts presi- As detailed during the years. As a city councilmem- the water is safe to drink." today be six months away dent; Michaele Kashgar- council meeting, the Bank- ber, he will put the interests of residents and taxpayers. That is why I trust him as Federal and state gov- from opening the new the- ian, Valley Dance Theatre head Theater has made of Pleasanton residents and ernments impose stricter ater and would have more board member; Ron a tremendously positive taxpayers above those of a city council member to bring transparency to local standards as time moves for- than ten million dollars in Koopman, Pacific Cham- difference to each of our outside special interests. ward. They usually involve performance groups, both David is aware of the government. reserves. ber Symphony president; He will keep residents more testing and more treat- So, again I would like Jim Schmidt, Livermore artistically and financially; efforts to determine Pleasan- ment of the water, which will ton’s future by unelected re- informed about the issues to thank the members of the Valley Opera president; and to the wonderful rebirth that will affect them. That consequently mean higher council who voted to provide and Howard Tsztoo, Can- of downtown Livermore. gional governmental boards. water rates, said Duerig. The As a proponent of local is why I will vote for David LVPAC with the short-term tabella Children’s Chorus We are extremely grateful Miller and encourage others paramount thing is water funding necessary to meet member at large that Mayor John March- control, David has spoken safety, she said. out in front of these regional to vote for him, too. its obligations for 2013. As representatives of and, Vice Mayor Stu Gary, The City’s support is vital to seven of the resident compa- and Councilmembers Doug protecting the achievements nies that call the Bankhead Horner and Bob Woerner of all those in the community Theater our home, we would clearly recognized the in- who have worked hard to like to sincerely thank the credible current and future create a successful perform- members of the Livermore contributions that the Bank- ing arts center in our vibrant City Council who voted to head and our organizations downtown. provide short-term financial provide to the community support to LVPAC and the and the region.

Schools Receive Funds from LLNS Lawrence Livermore were presented to district Dublin Unified School Dis- National Security (LLNS), representatives at the Labo- trict; Stan Hitomi, San Ra- the entity that manages the ratory's Science on Saturday mon Valley Unified School Laboratory (LLNL), has lecture series at the Bank- District; and Superintendent distributed gifts of $10,000 head Theater in Livermore. James Franco, Tracy Unified each to five school districts Accepting the gifts were Su- School District. in the neighboring cities perintendent Kelly Bowers, LLNS provides funds of Livermore, Pleasanton, Livermore Valley Joint Uni- to non-profit organizations Dublin, San Ramon and fied School District; Kevin dedicated to science, tech- Tracy in support of their re- Johnson and Tony Dennis, nology, engineering and spective science programs. Pleasanton Unified School math education. The gifts totaling $50,000 District; Bryce Custodio,

(continuedPARK from page one) would take over that firm's answered with a study. I'm planning and supervisor rights to buy the land from not a big fan of spending meetings. He informed the Union Pacific railroad at the money, but it seems that at Dublin Chamber of Com- discount price. this point, it's a good use merce of the plans in store Two parcels are involved, of Dublin resources," said for Dublin, said Vonheeder- both near the Iron Horse Hart. Leopold. Trail. One is Parcel A, a Councilmember Abe Vonheeder-Leopold 12 acre site near Stage- Gupta said he agreed with served with Hegarty for coach Park and Dublin High Hart that it's a difficult parcel six years on the council. School. Parcel B includes 2 to design. He supports the "I found him to be loyal, acres zoned for light indus- study. kind and up-front, and dedi- try. It is located near the East Councilmember David cated to our community," Dublin BART station. Haubert said the proposal she said. Staff said that the small offer a good way to make The council also heard parcel could be used to ex- up the projected park deficit. the outcome of a footrace for pand the city's corporation Although he shares concerns charity on St. Patrick's Day yard. Other options would about design of a linear between Haubert and Con- be to sell it as a mitigation park, he added, "This is a gressman Eric Swalwell. space for development, or bargain." Despite a 7-minute handicap expansion space for neigh- On another item, the granted to Haubert, because boring businesses. council unanimously ap- he is 14 years older than If the general plan amend- proved a 2012 housing ele- Swalwell, the congressman ment were not approved, the ment report. won. There was a friendly city would be out earnest The council also heard a bet that said the loser had to money of $100,000 on the tribute to Pete Hegarty, one buy lunch for the winner's contract. The city is also of Dublin's first five council- staff. Nevertheless, Haubert committing to $300,000 in members at the time the city said that Swalwell picked consulting fees. It could lose was incorporated in 1982. up the tab. all or part of that, if the deal The city flag was flown at were to fall through, depend- half-staff from March 20 to ing on how much is spent on March 22 in remembrance of the planning process. Hegarty, who died Feb. 26, Of the potential park par- in the Tacoma, Wash., area, cel, vice mayor Don Biddle where he and his wife had said that the size and shape moved from Dublin. are such that a park would be City historian Georgean the best use. Councilmem- Vonheeder-Leopold read a ber Kevin Hart said, "I'm brief biography of Hegarty. not interested in building It noted that he moved to houses there. If we don't Dublin in 1962, and became purchase the land, we won't active in forming the city's have any control over it." historical society. Hart said that he is con- Before Dublin incorpo- cerned about what a linear rated, Dublin planning was park would look like, and accomplished by Alameda potential uses for the com- County. Hegarty worked munity. "I have a lot of with a Dublin friend, Dave questions that can only be Burton, to monitor county PAGE 6 - The Independent, MARCH 28. 2013

West Coast Training Center came home from a successful trip East Avenue wrestlers Marcos Martinez, Kayla Smith, to the Aero Cup competition in Kearney, Missouri on March 16 Branden Trevethan and Oscar Guzman win gold and 17. The Aero Cup is the national competition for placement medals at Harvest Park tournament. Smith won the on the USA National Acrobatic Gymnastics Team. West Coast Most Outstanding Female wrestler in pinning all of her Christensen wrestlers Center sent two trios and two mixed pairs to the competition. opponents in route to winning the gold medal. Chris Lopez (left) and Competing in the 11-16 age group women's trio were Morgan Chris Sanchez (right). Sweeney, Sophie Gruske and Amanda Waterson. In the 12-18 Lopez took first place age group, the women's trio consisted of Ashley Porter, Nicole and Sanchez took 3rd. Potepa and Hannah Douglas. The two mixed pairs were Ani They both qualified for Smith and Kyle Bloom and Cassie Lim and Brian Kincher. All next years Tournament of four pair/groups made the national team and will be competing Champions in Loomis. At internationally later this year. right, Phoenix Badertscher with his 2nd place medal.

In a field of 12 teams, the Foothill High School Falcons JV girls softball team went undefeated on Championship Saturday behind the steady pitching of Kiley Stowell and a dogged defense. Throughout the tournament all available players had a chance to either make a defensive play or help out with their bats. In the end, Foothill was able to score 31 runs to their opponents 11. It was a total team effort that was enjoyed by all Foothill families in attendance. Game 1: Foothill 10, Alhambra 0; game 2: Foothill 1, Logan 6; game 3: Foothill 6, Cal 4; game 4: Foothill 11, Amador Valley 1; championship game: Foothill 3, Castro Valley 0. Pictured Livermore Mystics 7th grade team took 2nd place in the are (back, left to right) Asst. Coach Burt Dixon, AJ Low, Paye's Place Invitational with a record of 2-1. Pictured Megan Shevelson, Carrigan James, Taylor Congdon, Megan are (back row from left) Janelle McCarthy, Sydney Shackley, Serena Carmona- Hester, Kylie Stowell, Izzy Lopez Pournaras; (middle) Taylor Sullivan, Gigi Cole, Regan and Head Coach Greg Chandler.; (middle row) Dani Taylor, Wiedenfeld, Ashley Lamb; and (front) Maddy Valone, The Phillies' Luke Moylan makes a catch of a well hit Kelly Dixon, Tori Larson, Daniella Lyng, Lauren Jepsen; and Nicole Bartels, Katie Fournier, Sierra Marshall, Emily ball in a Granada Little League Majors game. (front row) Kendall Ciesielski, Kelsey Cogdon, Kayla Moniz Trask, and Arianna Salcido. and Regan Lacy. plays for the Giants. then sent a line shot to second base and doubled. Jack Robbins reached base with a nice pick at the pitcher position Red Sox vs. A's: For the A's on sprinted for a single. Lukas Cusimano three times. On defense Luke Swartz and fired to first base. offense, Cole Camilerri, Luke Beasley contributed three singles, including was involved in the first three outs of Minor A: Cardinals vs. Rangers: an RBI single towards third base side the first inning at first. The best play for The game was a real pitching/defensive and Christian Skally had big hits to the dual. Cardinals standouts: Parker War- Pleasanton National LL Miles Brower-Douglas and Griffin outfield. On offense for the Red Sox, of the diamond. Thomas Cooper the Giants on defense came late in the Pleasanton National Little League Myers limited the Pirates to two hits, displayed his tremendous bat speed fourth inning when Scotty Lineweber ner did an outstanding job as pitcher, singles by Mapes and Devon Kost, and Ryan Dalnoki had a big game and both chased down a sure home run off the Hudson Lehew made a great catch at scores from last week: Tyler Kennedy and Jordan McCafferty on all four plate appearances. Ava combined for 12 strikeouts. Myers, Schwarz had her best at-bat in the third bat of Paul Beasley. In the first inning third and did a fantastic job as pitcher, Majors: Braves 7, Nationals 3: had big hits to the outfield. Defensively Jacob Phillips made a great catch on March 9th was opening day for PNLL who struck out five in two innings to inning when she connected on an RBI in left field Ava backed-up shortstop earn the save, scored the game’s only for the A's, Seth Sanchez flashed a on 4 consecutive plays to prevent extra a pop up to double a runner at third and baseball was in full swing down golden glove at pitcher and first base single. Conner Raridan’s singled and at the Pleasanton Sports Park. Grant run on Spencer Oxe’s fourth-inning base hits. Natnael finished off the game sacrifice fly. Myers doubled in both of as well as Hunter Hahn and Diego Galyean of the Nationals got things Sakya. For the Red Sox on defense, going early with the first big blast of his at-bats. The Pirates’ pitchers also teamed up for 12 strikeouts, including Austin Kralj impressed the crowd with the season, a 2-run homer over the strong throws from the outfield, Brooke center field fence. That tied the game six by Recupero in two innings and four by Goforth in two innings. The Harper chased down line drives in left 2-2 in the 1st but the Braves broke field and Landon Bosques made a great away in the 5th with a 4-run rally. Brewers’ Nassar earned the victory. His defense at first base later in the game play at shortstop. Jaden Sheppard got the start for the Farm: Giants vs. A's: The Gi- Braves and Christian Fernadez and likely saved the game. A potential go- ahead, two-run single by the Pirates’ ants scored 29 runs for the second Grant Eggers helped out on the mound consecutive game. Gavin continued to cool the Nationals bats. Both clubs Jack Patten in the fourth inning was turned into an inning-ending play by his offensive dominance with two looked pretty good, but the Braves just doubles and a triple. Thomas Copper made more plays. Nassar, who made a sprawling grab of Patten’s hard-hit grounder. launched a ball into right center that Nationals 12, Phillies 6: The one-hopped the wall. Conner Raridan Nationals took an early lead in this Pirates 2, Rockies 1: Jack Pattens fifth-inning single allowed Joseph extended his hitting streak to 5 games game with two straight singles and with 3 shots to the left side; Alex Ma- a huge double by Cooper Petty to Nazareno to score the tiebreaking run as the Pirates edged the Rockies 2-1 ciel hit line drives to right and center, bring in the first two runs of the game. giving him 6 hits in the last 2 games. Along with leadoff man Kannon Dote Saturday in a well-played game. The Rockies Elan Solomon struck out six Luke Schwarz blasted a one-hop shot and Michael Cassetti, those first three against the left center wall and hiit 3 hitters combined for 8 of the Nationals and had a no-hitter going until Brady Becker singled leading off the fourth ropes into left center. Natneal Leary runs. Jake Benson came in for relief stroked 3 balls to center—one of which for the Phillies and slowed down inning. Becker later scored on Jonathon Goforth's hit as the Pirates tied the was an ITP home run. On defense, the Nationals attack. He mixed up Luke Schwarz snagged a line drive, pitches and kept the home team off game at 1-1. Montgomery Sage scored the Rockies run on Brad Irish's ground stepped on second and fired to first for balance for the next few innings. Top a triple play. Lukas Cusimano made 2 Offensive Players: Justin Rasmussen out in the first inning. Gavin Deutsch went 3-for-3 and had the Rockies world class plays on sharply hit ground – Phillies (1-2, double, walk, run); balls to third. Kannon Dote – Nationals (2-2, walk, only two hits after the first inning as the Pirates got strong pitching from Phillies vs. Cardinals: For the 3 runs); Cooper Petty – Nationals (1-2, Cardinals, Josh Eishcinger, Peyton double, walk, 2 runs) Parker Mapes, Goforth, Devon Kost and Joe Recupero. Kost got the win for Richards, and Aiden Breen played a Nationals 13, Marlins 5: The Na- great defensive game. The Phillies' tionals scored 11 runs in the first two the Pirates with a seven-pitch, score- bats were on fire. Some of the big innings to take the upper hand over the less fifth inning. Recupero pitched a hitters were Dylan Thompson, Gregory shorthanded Marlins. The guys in red scoreless sixth for the save. Mayhew, Daniel Wollner, Logan Rothe were swinging the bat well that day, but and David Macintire. the story of the day was Ben Wold on Giants vs. Yankees: Scotty the mound for the Nationals. He held Granada Little League Lineweber contributed three singles the Marlins in check for 4+ innings, Granada Little League scores from and two RBI’s on offense. Joe Cook- striking out four. Michael Cassetti and last week: sey provided two RBI’s in the first Luke Palfalvi powered the Nationals T-Ball: A's vs. Giants: An out- two innings, adding two line drive attack, combining for three doubles. standing game was played between singles in the later innings. Alex Kannon Dote added a huge triple in the the visiting A's and home team Giants. Maciel singled twice towards third 3rd to put the game out of reach. Top base. Natnael Leary saved his best Offensive Players: Michael Cassetti On offense for the A's, AJ Martin and Hunter Hahn delivered solid hitting knock for the fourth inning when he – Nationals (3-4, 2 doubles, 2 runs); hit a high fly past the shortstop. Gavin Luke Palfalvi – Nationals (2-3, double, and Seth Sanchez muscled up with Bates’ double nearly reached the fence run); Thomas Schuerlein – Marlins multiple hits to the outfield. On offense with the bases loaded in the first inning. (1-2, walk, run) for the Giants, John Ortiz, Zachary Dom Franco fought off 3 foul balls AAA Division: Brewers 1, Pirates Lytle, and Manning DeKay had big in the third inning, before reaching 0: Despite strong pitching from Jona- days at the plate. On defense, Zachary first base on a single. But Franco thon Goforth, Parker Mapes and Joe Lindstrom, Nathan Mutz, and Michael had his best rope in the fourth as the Recupero, the Pirates lost a heartbreak- Remley delivered impressive fielding pitcher/coach had to duck and cover to ing 1-0 pitching duel to the Brewers in performances for the A’s. Charlie miss the line drive. Luke Schwarz hit both teams’ season opener on Saturday. Jorgensen, Diego Silva, and Daniel a high sky ball into shallow left field The Brewers’ trio of Derek Nassar, Bjeletich made several key defensive for an RBI in the first inning. Luke

Livermore Area Recreation and Park District Run for the Parks 10k, 5k, Kids 1-Mile Fun Run “preserving our open spaces”

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The Livermore Fusion SC U11 Maroon Girl’s team is back to defend itsNorcal Region 3/4 title for a third consecutive year. Last season, the Maroon girls captured the Championship trophy with a record of 6 wins, 1 tie and 1 loss. The U11 Fusion girl’s division fields three strong teams this year – Maroon, Gold, and Black. The Maroon girls scrimmaged last Saturday against Heritage Firestorm and easily won 3-0 with goals by Ashleigh Ward, Payton Hall, and Kaleigh Castillo. Lily Redell assisted on two of the goals. The U11 Maroon Girl’s team will play 10 league games in the Spring Session. Next up is a scrimmage against West Valley, last year’s U10 State champs. Shown are Fusion U11 Maroon, Gold, and Black teams back in action for Spring League Photo - Doug Jorgensen Swimmers from Granada High School in Livermore and Foothill High School in and hold back the Rangers. Phillips Orthodontics won its first game of the The game was never in doubt after the season, defeating Alta Sales Group this Pleasanton swim the backstroke leg of the 200 meter IM during a meet between the also did outstanding work behind second, as the Cardinals scored five the dish. Ranger standouts: Drew past Saturday. All girls on both teams two schools. runs on an RBI double by Macintyre, played very well keeping the final score Hansen caught a pop fly and made an error, a groundout by Clark, and a a play at second to throw a Cardinal within single digits. Alta Sales Group two-run single by Tia. Three runs in slapped two hits in the second two out, Andrew Hoffman played a great the bottom of the fourth helped the A's game at the plate catching, Quinn Boyd innings. For McElroy Orthodontics, close its deficit to 6-4. An RBI double pitching for the first time in her career, For Tim McGuire Team–Alain Pinel pitched an excellent inning and made by Tre S, an RBI double by Seth D, Realtors, Nishita Shetty hit a double 2 outs at third. was Victoria Galvan, striking out two. and an RBI single by Grant gave the Top Players: McElroy Orthodontics that earned 2 RBI’s and then she had a Red Sox vs. A's: Joey Keeler had A's life. Finally, Clark got Nathaniel B great defensive play from 3rd base to the longest line drive for the A’s when - Abbey Cortez, Victoria Galvan, to strike out to end the threat. Adrianna Martinez; Alta Sales Group throw the runner out at 1st. Samantha he crushed one over second base into Jr 80's: Black 18, Danville 7: Krier’s defense was unstoppable with center field. The Athletics went on to - Natalia Badger, Ashlynn Buress, Justin Szopa, at his first outing as a Brooklyn Frerich two pop fly catches. Rheanna Mittan score 5 runs in the first inning, with starting pitcher, paired up with catcher at 3rd base caught a pop fly for an out contributions by Conner Rosales, Alta Sales Group vs. Sonshine Tyler Rodgers and went 5 innings with Preschool: For Alta Sales Group, and then had a great hit for an RBI. Adrian Vargas, Lucian Wolf, Ozzy Cer- 8 strikeouts and held Danville score- Top Players: Central Painting - Kristen vantez, Luke Leary and Marco Wilde. solid pitching by Annika Jernstedt, less for the first four innings. Granada great hit by Maya Morgenstern and Greene, Kayla Gregory, Jordyn Scotti; Ozzy Cervantez uppercut a bomb into offense was strong, with Connor De- Tim McGuire Team–Alain Pinel Real- centerfield for an RBI double. Adrian another nice hit by Brooke Harman. tlefsen 3 for 3 with 3 singles, 2 RBIs, For Sonshine Preschool, nice hitting tors - Samantha Krier, Rheanna Mittan, Vargas recorded two RBI’s. Connor 3 runs; Mark Silverthorn 2 for 3 with Nishita Shetty Rosales and Luke Leary both singled by Emily Simon, great play at 1st by 1 single, 1 double, 1 RBI, 2 runs; Chad Nina Balestreri and super pitching by Tim McGuire Team–Alain Pinel on two-strike counts. Marco Wilde Hemmig hit a single with 2 RBIs and 1 Realtors vs. Diversified Mortgage: finished off the first inning with an RBI Sammy Simon. Top Players: Alta run; and Nick Sloan had 2 singles and Sales Group - Brooke Harmon, Annika For Tim McGuire Team–Alain Pinel double far into right field. The Athletics 2 RBIs. Connor McGlothin hit his first Realtors Madison Jones made a great had a strong offensive game. Tyler Jernstedt, Maya Morgenster; Sonshine in the park home run. Danville came Preschool - Nina Balestreri, Emily catch in center field. Randi Lauder- Fritz legged out a single in the second back strong with heavy bats in the 5th dale made a number of plays in the inning and had a check-swing single Simon, Sammy Simon inning. Jack Kath relieved Szopa as Cornish and Carey 3, Big Picture infield and Kristina Cuevas caught in the third inning. Gavin Benitez pitcher and held on to Granada's lead a foul ball for an out as catcher. For and Wyatt Krauss both had RBI’s in Creative 3: On the home team, Cornish to seal the victory. and Carey, all three girls demonstrated Diversified Mortgage Maddie Rovira the third inning. Krauss’ RBI was a Black 13, Pleasanton Foothill had some good hits. Sydney Fluker deep fly over second base. Ashton great pitching. Katie had 3 consecutive 10: Starting pitcher Tristan Clark and strike outs. Sara made an out at home pitched and hit well. Amanda Mero Baswell had an exciting defensive play catcher Mark Silverthorn held Pleas- did a nice job pitching. Top Players: at shortstop, when he looked back the plate while pitching. Top Players: anton scoreless as Granada jumped Cornish and Carey - Sara Kracke, Tim McGuire Team–Alain Pinel lead runner at third base and still threw out to a 6-0 lead in the 2nd inning. Realtors - Kristina Cuevas, Madison out the base runner at second base. In Sophie Mansoor, Katie Yozzo; Big Strong hitting throughout the lineup Picture Creative - Ava Munos, Megan Jones, Randi Lauderdale; Diversified each of the first three innings Adrian came from Tyler Rodgers who went Mortgage - Sydney Fluker, Amanda Vargas showed off his arm with long Scherlein, Morgan Westcott 2 for 3 with 2 singles, 1 run. Tristan McElroy Orthodontics 5, Mero, Maddie Rovira throws across the diamond to first base. Clark went 2 for 3 with 2 singles, 2 Lucian Wolf was especially reliable at Emohteez 2: McElroy Orthodontics RBIs, 2 runs. Chad Hemmig with players scored three runs in their half first base on defense. a double, 2 RBIs, 1 run. Pleasanton Livermore National LL Minor AA: Yankees 11, A's 2: The of the second inning and then added made it a nail biter when they clawed two more in the third behind the bats Livermore National Little League Yankees had some great pitching from their way back into the game and tied scores from last week: Bobby Zepeda and Denny Derham. of Madison Cheung, Caroline Gersich it up with 6 runs each. Both teams and Deja Clark. Emohteez answered Majors: Rangers 5, A's 9: The Hitting was also strong with RBIs by made pitching changes and Granada's A’s offense was led by Austin Zemeno, Sean Nadeau, Donovan Holmes and back with one in the second when closer Chad Hemmig and his defense Jordan Lederer crossed the plate on a who got his best hit of the season. The Jackson Snodgress. Anthony Camil- were able to hold Pleasanton to only A’s defense only allowed one run after leri made a great catch to end the last hard hit ball by Elizabeth Hollmeyer. Pictured are West Coast Soccer Wrath players Aryanna four more runs while Granada's bats Emohteez scored the last run in the the first inning and was anchored by inning. For the A's on offense, Landon remained active and scored 7 more Zachary Saal at 2nd base and Ryan Paden hit a double, Jason Zaia a single bottom of the fifth while trying to and Abby beating two Kaos players to the ball. runs to end the game. come back when Olga Merkadeau Castillo, who pitched a strong 5.3 in- and Ryan Macintire a single and had nings. For the Rangers, Garrett Barker an RBI. On defense, Augie Mascari doubled to drive in Ella McCarthy. Landon Rhodes enabled two runs by Cameron Angotti. There was plenty of quality defense and Colton Berlinn each connected stopped a hot grounder to third base for multi-base hits for the Rangers. his teammates with a nice hit! Noah Diamondbacks vs. Red Sox: In the and Danny Knight fielded a ground Pleasanton Girls Softball along the way on both sides, including Corpuz earned the game ball for the top of 1st inning Red Sox's Nixon hit a an unassisted double play by Anika Ryan Hanley pitched an outstanding ball at first and tagged the bag for the Pleasanton Girls Softball League 5 innings in which he only gave up Pirates by making a critical out at great ball into the outfield loading the out. Ty Pagan had one strike out and scores from last week: Kapp in the bottom of the third. Top second base which turned the inning. bases. The Diamondbacks made some Players: Emohteez - Anika Kapp, Em- 3 runs. caught a fly ball. Derek Wickndar nade T-Ball: Bringhome.Scentsy.us vs. Rangers 4, Giants 3: For the The Pirates' bats were hot including a great defensive plays. In the bottom of some great stops as catcher and Kaleo Cupids Candy Tooth: Great game today ily Mackin, Ella McCarthy; McElroy hit deep into the outfield by London the 1st inning Diamondbacks' Wisely Orthodontics - Madison Cheung, Deja Giants, Drew Dillon pitched an out- Gomes, with the help of Jason Zaia, between Bringhome.Scentsy.us and standing game. The offense was led Bishop for a Pirate double. III came out swinging. Red Sox's had a put out at home. Cupids Candy Tooth. Kensington hit Clark, Caroline Gersich D'Backs vs Giants: For the "AA" pitcher Dennett did a great job with Emohteez 8, Alta Sales Group 0: by Mason Delisser’s double and Jacob A's 3, Diamondbacks 12: On de- a line drive up to center. And Olivia Lord’s two hits. For the Rangers, Grant D-Backs best defensive plays of the a 10 pitch first inning. Top of the 2nd fense for the A's, Chris Hutton caught hit a grounder up to 2nd base. Taylor Alta Sales Group was led by Kaylyn night were turned in by Jacob Kelle- inning with Red Sox's Mal hit a bomb Vahey, who made a key put-out at Ikeda pitched two strong innings. The a flyball and tagged 2nd base for a scored. Aurora protected the plate as Rangers defense was anchored by her at 1st base and Tommy Wisely into the outfield for his first double of double play. Kaleo Gnomes caught catcher. And Quinn threw hard to 1st 3rd base in the first inning, Madelyn III at shortstop. On offense, Thomas the season. With bases loaded, Corey's Murawski, who played a strong left Jacob Ward and Eric Ruloma. a fly ball at third for an out. Jason base. Great overall defensive effort Yankees 8, Diamondbacks 1: Schnapp slammed a solid hit. For the hit brought home Maloney. Bottom of Zaia and Ryan Macintire both fielded by Reese. Top Players: Bringhome. field and third base for Alta Sales Giants, the game ball went to Braden the 2nd inning, with Red Sox's Dennett Group. Sheridan Wang made a critical TheYankees' Jack Wilson pitched the ground balls for outs at first and home. Scentsy.us - Kensington Abrew, Taylor entire game and held the Diamond- Illingworth, for striking out players pitching, West hit a shot up the middle Tovin Loth and Iliza Shields helped Cohn, Olivia Stanley; Cupids Candy putout at 2nd base in the fourth to help with some awesome pitching. Isaac stop Emohteez. Emohteez was led by backs to one run. Bobby Farner hit 2 that landed him on second. Top of the out the team by striking out 5 batters. Tooth - Aurora Nicolas, Quinn Seltzer, solid singles and Nick Donaldson 3 Romero and Ray Castillo also had 4th inning, the Red Sox Mal hit a ball Augie Mascari fielded a fast ground Reese Seltzer Alisal Ebel, who made solid contact at a great performance on the mound. the plate in Emohteez's half of the first, singles. Diamondback player, Brandon ball at 3rd base. On offense, Chris Micro White: Bob Frey Real Martin hit a solid single with a RBI, Landon Rhodes' hits enabled two runs Hutton and Derek Wickander were Estate / Remax vs. Summit Financial Kara Fitzsimmons, who made a great by his teammates. defensive play in the fifth, ranging far Brett Oelrich caught 2 pop fly balls fast on the bases and had some good Group: Bob Frey Real Estate/Remax and drove in a run. Dane Winslow Diamondbacks vs. Pirates: steals. Diamondbacks' pitchers Will were the home team and Piper Bai- to her left at 2nd base to stop a ball from Hayden Henry threw strike outs from shooting into the gap and holding the had 2 strong innings of pitching, al- Christensen and Ryan Martin held the ley fielded an out at 3rd while Keri lowing no runs. the mound. Diamondbacks' Jonathan A's to 3 runs. Diamondbacks' offense Maggiora got a player out at 1st and batter to a single, and Elina Kulkarni Lindberg hit a triple bringing home with her solid all-around play. AA Division: Yankees vs. A's: For was led by Cameron Salazar's two hits Caitlyn Burgess hit a base hit to right the Yankees, Xavier Lortie caught a Larry Wisely, Colby Elola and Michal with 2 rbis. field. For Summit Financial Group, Kaelin Construction Inc. 7, Cor- West. Tommy Wisely III doubled to nish & Carey 6: Samaan Beliakoff nice fly ball for an out in the 1st inning. D-Backs 8, Giants 6: D-Backs' Madison Manicki stopped a grounder, Sean Stotts pitched a great first inning. bring Lindberg home. The Pirates pitchers Kyle Benko, Jacob Sisto, Ava Kenitzer threw a ball to 3rd for pitched well. Amanda Cooper had pitcher Ryan McKinzie made a play great hits and defense. Abigail Heine- Jared McQuilliam in right field caught Cameron Salazar and Colin Pearce had an out and Brianna Huff hit a monster a fly ball for the last out of the third at home with a spectacular catch and solid outings The defense was led by grounder. Top Players: Bob Frey Real mann had a great hit and scored. Top throw by Cameron Adoaens. Pirates Players: Cornish & Carey - Samaan inning. James Foley was awarded the Will Christensen, Luke Shepard and Estate/Remax - Piper Bailey, Caitlyn game ball. Tanner Lee caught a pop fly. D-Backs' Ty Eaton (2) who all snared big pop Burgess, Keri Maggiora; Summit Beliakoff, Amanda Cooper, Abigail Luca Montalvo and Cameron Angotti Heinemann. Red Soxs vs. Giants: Kytler Green ups. D-Back offense was led by Luke Financial Group - Brianna Huff, Ava of the AA Red Sox started the game recorded hits, but with Pirates' Tanner Shepard’s two hits with 2 RBIs. Kenitzer, Madison Manicki Minor Teal: A2 Technologies 12, Lee on the mound the pace quickly Central Painting 5: There was some off with 2 solid innings of pitching. D-Backs 10, Cardinals 12: D- Micro Teal: PostNet vs. NetApp: Besides throwing some gas tonight, he changed. Pirates came back with four Backs' catcher Josh Henninger played Gianna Ghio had a big hit and a great fierce competition between Central doubles, one each by Kyle Johnson, Painting and A2 Technologies in the was also able to grab a tough grounder really well, catching a foul ball and al- fly ball catch. Ava Marie Perry and and make the assist in a nice play to Cameron Adoaens, Xavier Armas and most throwing out 2 runners. Cardinal's Kiana Fuentes had big hits for the first game of the season. Central Ryan McKinizie. Graedon Beller sent Painting came out strong with a great Jordan Dennett at first base. Jesse offense was led by Daniel Owen with team. Ava Ryan had a nice play at Trinta was solid in the field and came a hit to third where the game saving a home run and 4 RBIs. Pitcher Eric 3rd. Great hits by Sophia Skinner and pop-up catch by Julia Castaneda to end catch was made by Diamondbacks' the inning and an awesome throw by up with a key hit in the bottom of the Halsch pitched well in the first two Brooke Elson. Top Players: PostNet 1st to pull the Red Sox ahead of Giants innings. Defensively, Colby Wallace - Kiana Fuentes, Gianna Ghio, Ava Kayla Gregory from 3rd to 1st for an out. While Central Painting played for good. For the Giants, Isaac Romero showed excellent fielding. Marie Perry; NetApp - Brooke Elson, played well on defense and Landon Majors: Diamondbacks 15, A's Ava Ryan, Sophia Skinner hard A2 Technologies did as well. Makayla Rios and Jessica Hungerford Rhodes had a solid outing pitching 10: The A's fell 15-10 to the Diamond- Ohana Bros. Island Style Chips & and played well on defense. backs in five innings on Wednesday Popcorn vs. Brandon McGuire State each had two hits and two runs scored, Minami Smalheiser and Haley Rubin Pirates vs. Giants: For the Giants, despite racking up nine hits and 10 Farm Agency: Ohana Bros. Island the game ball went to Braden Illing- runs. Seth D collected four RBIs on Style Chips & Popcorn: Samantha had two hits apiece and Lacy Becker had three RBIs. Zoey Castillo’s boom- worth, for striking out a few players two hits for the A's. He singled in had an exciting play at 2nd base and with some awesome pitching. Isaac the second and fourth innings. Jacob outed the opposing team. Abigail ing two-run double was the biggest of A2 Technologies’ 14 hits. Top Players: Romero and Ray Castillo also had Keeler also went 2 for 3 with 2 doubles hit a strong first hit of the game, she a great performance on the mound. and 2 RBI's. The Diamondbacks were had a line drive straight at the pitcher Central Painting - Julia Castaneda, sparked by Miller and Mcpherson, who (Coach Nancy Riter). Savannah had Kamryn Flemings, Kayla Gregory; A2 teamed up for five hits and five RBIs. an out at 1st base. Brandon McGuire Technologies - Zoey Castillo, Jessica The Diamondbacks jumped out to an State Farm Agency: Gracie showed Hungerford, Makayla Rios early 6-0 lead in the top of the first. she had good charge and almost caught Central Painting 11, Tim McGuire The Diamondbacks then tacked on a big pop up. Rachel had great big Team–Alain Pinel Realtors 5: For more runs when Geyer scored on an hits and at bats. London recorded Central Painting, Kristin Greene’s RBI single by Miller, Marples scored two outs at first. Top Players: Ohana defense was impressive - she repeat- on an error, Miller scored on an RBI Bros. Island Style Chips & Popcorn edly (5 times) scooped up the ball at single by Mcpherson, Lux scored, and - Abigail Kops, Savanna Montini, short stop to throw the runner out at Sandoval scored on a steal of home. Samantha Riter; Brandon McGuire 1st. Kayla Gregory and Lexi Valentine The game's last lead went to the Dia- State Farm Agency - London Abrew, did a great job pitching for the team. mondbacks thanks to a fifth inning rally Gracie Holmes, Rachel On offense, Jordyn Scotti’s hitting was that saw eight runs cross the plate on Mini Teal: McElroy Orthodon- explosive earning several RBI’s for the four errors, a two-run single by Miller, tics 5, Alta Sales Group 2: McElroy night to help Central Painting win 11-5. and a walk by Geyer. Giants 11, Yankees 1: Grant Borjon pitched a complete game to help lead the Giants to victory over the Yankees. The Giants scored 8 runs in the third inning, highlighted by Ryan Escover's grand slam. Defense was solid again and continues to be a strength of the team. Every player contributed to the victory. Cardinals 6, A's 4: Zachary P did all he could to give the A's a boost, but it wasn't enough to get past the Cardinals, as the A's lost 6-4 in six innings at Field two on Saturday. Zachary connected for a hit in each of his two at bats. He singled in the first and sixth innings. Grant B handled the Cardinals' lineup with ease, rack- ing up 13 strikeouts. Grant allowed one earned run, six hits and one walk over six innings. Vargas got the win for the Cardinals. He allowed one run over three innings. He struck out six, walked one and surrendered two hits. Cardinals closer Clark put away the final nine outs to record the save. PAGE 8 - The Independent, MARCH 28. 2013

into the outfield making a triple. With great tag out at second base and hit a a dominating performance, sweeping improve each week". earned 1st place AA, also clinching 1st randa Harries 24.6/3rd; Level 6: Girls Diamondbacks' Wisely on the pitching super double in the last inning. every event in a 147-26 victory over Oscar Guzman had an impressive place in 3 events. Cameron Higgins all ages: Emma Petersen 24.2/2nd; mound, Gozzo caught a ball closing Livermore High. Amador was led by tournamant pinning all his opponents (9-10) earned 3rd place on vault. Level 7: Girls ages 17 & Under: the top of the 4th inning. Bottom of the Sorensen brothers who took three in route to his gold medal. In the Level 7 Evan Young in the 9-10 Sabra Wilson 23.7/1st; Boys all ages: the 4th Gozzo and Wisely make it onto Livermore Girls Softball individual first place finishes; Sam championship match Guzman pinned age bracket earned 4th place AA and Timothy Chan 21.9/5th base with some awesome hits, closing Livemore Girls Softball League winning both the 200 and 100 free Fin Piroth from Albany in the third Will Lavanakul (11-12) earned 1st on Level 8: Girls ages 14 & Under: out the 4th inning with West hitting a results: while Tom took the 50 free. Winning period. Pommel Horse and Rings, placing Kaitlyn Clevenger 54.5/1st, Megan triple brining home Gozzo to score for 8U: Maroon 12 vs. Lady Sharks: the other freestyle event was Jeffrey DeAngelo Shepard (85), Bryan 4th AA. Contarciego 45.4/5th, Rebecca Okmin the Diamondbacks. Sierra Swansiger and Terra Hatcher Wang in the 500, while Kevin Yan, Torres (115), Scott Ragatz (145), Level 8 Age 11-12 Zion English 38.4/7th; Girls ages 15 & Over: Kend AAA Division: Giants 12, Dia- were the top offensive players, each Evan Lee, and Josh Cole won the fly, th all Aasen 51.5/3rd, Loren Couture mondbacks 8: The Giants played a back and breaststroke respectively. Chyanne Smith (169) and Julian took 6 All-Around and Dominic 49.7/4th, Alex Holland 48.9/5th; Boys with two singles and an RBI. Stroud (190) each took third place in Costa earned 4th place on Rings. . In great game on defense with Catcher Black Crush vs. Pretty Pumpkins: Rounding out the first place finishers ages 14 & Under: Jeremy Pigford Siosi Meafou tagging out a runner at were Alec Gauthier who won the IM their weight division. Landon Paiso the 13-14 age bracket Robbie Tam- 51.2/3rd, Nicolai Petersen 48.7/4th, Kristen Johnston started game with a (155) and Jose Martinez (175) took bunting earned 6th place AA. Yiannai home and throwing out a runner at great defensive play keeping runner at and diver Tommy Yozzo . David Davisson 46.8/5th,, Nicholas second base. For the offense Patrick fourth place. Constantinites in the 15-18 age bracket Chan 42.0/7th; Boys ages 15 & Over: Connolly hit a 2 run home run, Cooper first. Good hustle by Pretty Pumpkins, Facing very little competition Oscar Guzman had the fastest earned 1st place on Parallel Bars and Emilio Lehmer 50.7/1st, Jelani Rob- Wilcox had a RBI Triple and Carter but not enough to stop Black and from a small Livermore High team, pin for the team pinning one of his Rings and Stephen Chan earned 2nd erson 49.0/3rd Purl recorded 2 Singles with 3 RBIs. Orange Crush who ended their first the Amador Valley swimming and opponents in 19 seconds in the first place on high-bar. Level 10: Boys all ages: Ruben For the Diamondbacks, Adam Patter- inning with three runs. Kristen John- diving JV girls swept their way to a round. Level 9 Andrew Herrador was a Padilla 62.1/1st, Robathan Harries son got the game ball for a great effort ston led off with a single for the Pretty 149-27 victory. The Dons took the first true State Champion, taking 1st place 58.6/3rd at catcher. Jeffrey Patterson caught a Pumpkins. Taylor Jeffrey followed three places in seven of nine individual on 3 events and 1st AA. Also in the Double Mini: Level 5: Girls ages pop fly at 3rd base and stole home. with a hit to the outfield. Amaya Orsi events and the top two spots in all Water Polo 14 year old bracket, Tommy Mistretta 11-12: Kaitlyn Firestone 57.0/1st, Michael Ayler and Joshua Kim both also recorded a hit in the first inning. three relays. The LARPD LAZERS hosted earned 1st on 2 events and took 2nd Dawn Powell 56.4/3rd,, Zoe Harries brought in runs in a strong offensive Kate Hankins added a double for the Leading the way for the Dons were their first water polo tournament of the place AA. In the younger 13 year old 54.2/7th; Level 6: Girls all ages: Mi- performance in the 3rd inning. Pretty Pumpkins. Standout Offensive Erin Walsh and Kaitlyn Schnierer who st randa Harries 55.5/1st; Girls all ages: Diamondbacks 12, Rangers 10: each won a pair of individual events. spring session at the Robert Livermore bracket Bennett Huang earned 1 place Emma Petersen 55.8/3rd; Boys all Players: Kristen Johnston, Kate Han- Community Center. This was the first on 4 events to cleanly sweep the first Gavin Powers scored 2 runs and kins, Amaya Orsi; Standout defensive Walsh took the 50 and 100 free while ages: Timothy Chan 56.9/2nd; Level 7: drove in one. Gavin also pitched the Schnierer won the IM and fly. Also game for many of the new members place AA position. Scott Mackanic Girls ages 10 & Under: Sabra Wilson players: Annabella Pedretti, Ysabel of the team. earned 4th place AA with a 2nd place 4th inning not allowing any runs and Smith and Taylor Jeffrey placing first for Amador in individual 57.5/2nd: Boys all ages: Nicholas striking out two. Jacob Hutchinson had events were Bridget Booe in the 200 The Co-ed Beginner team played on High-Bar. Chan 55.7/1st a great offensive game scoring 2 runs T-Ball: Shooting Stars vs. Chee- free, Maddie Morotto in diving, Paris three very competitive games this The Level 10 Team also dem- Level 8: Girls ages 14 & Under: and driving in one. Brayden Nunes tas: The Shooting Stars are showing Sinclair in the 500 free, Mega Banke weekend. While they were unable to onstrated State Championship Gym- Kaitlyn Clevenger 60.0/1st, Rebecca had 2 strong hits scoring 2 runs and great improvement every game, and in the backstroke, and Jacqueline Wood secure a win, the team played very hard nastics. Travis Gollott (17-18) took Okmin 56.8/5th, Megan Contarciego collecting an RBI. Sebastian Krinard this week's game ball went to Bella Bar- in the breaststroke. and gained valuable experience. first place AA with 2 1st place events 29.2/6th; Girls ages 15 & Over: Kend caught a line drive for an impressive low for some great stops at shortstop Outstanding tournament for the and 2 2nd place events. In the 15-16 all Aasen 60.5/1st, Alex Holland out at short. For the Diamondbacks, and outstanding consistent pitching, Level 1 Team sweeping all three games bracket, Nakita Latman earned 1st AA 59.1/3rd, Loren Couture 59.0/4th; Jeffrey Patterson got the game ball for making many plays at the plate. Christensen Wrestling in commanding fashion. Stand-out , also earning 1st on vault and Rings. Boys ages 14 & Under: Jeremy Pigford outstanding hitting (including a 3-run The Christensen Middle School performances on offense by Elizabeth Joshua Romero placed 2nd AA while 59.7/2nd, Nicolai Petersen 58.6/5th, triple) and outstanding defense at third wrestling team had 9 wrestlers medal Bukus, Sean Croghan, Jack Miller Wesley Estrada placed 10th AA and David Davisson 30.1/6th; Boys ages base. His brother Adam scored a run, Amador Swimming th 15 & Over: Emilio Lehmer 60.2/1st, and Niles Moy hit a double, contribut- The Amador Valley High School on Saturday at the Harvest Park TOC and Zach Corbishley. The defense Chris Siebel placed 12 AA. Jelani Roberson 59.0/3rd; Level 9: ing both an RBI and a run. Michael boys swimming and diving team had qualifying tournament. was on lock-down with great play Boys all ages: Robathan Harries Anolin played strong defense at first an easy time of it in their meet with Two 7th graders place high enough from Ian Herbert, Nathan Fish, Emily 61.2/3rd; Level 10: Boys all ages: base, including catches of a foul ball Livermore High coasting to a 143-38 to qualify for next year's Tourna- Hawkins and David Brooks. 3-0 for West Coast Soccer Ruben Padilla 65.1/1st and a pop fly. win. The Dons finished first in every ment of Champions in Loomis, CA. the Tournament. West Coast Soccer Wrath girls Tumbling: Level 3: Girls ages 11 A Division: Giants vs. Dodgers: event, sweeping four of the individual Heavyweight Chris Lopez won all 4 The Level 2 team battled all played a U12 league game against & Over: Miranda Harries 53.7/5th, Zoe For the Giants, Garrett Hernandez was races and all three relays. of his matches, including pinning his Tournament to come away with a win Impact. The team includes TylerRene Harries 47.2/7th; Level 4: Girls all unbelievable in the field with several Showing their depth, the Dons final opponent to take first place. After in the final game. The Team played Enderlein, Janessa Sanchez, Kaylie ages: Kaitlyn Firestone 55.9/4th, Dawn put outs on ground balls and fly balls. had only swimmer win more than one losing a very tough semifinal match, with heart and determination in all Lawsen, Kylie Karter, Steffanie An- Powell 48.2/11th; Girls all ages: Emma And, Zane Ornellas had some terrific individual event although several had 4-2 in overtime, Chris Sanchez won three games and their efforts paid off. gelo, Kate Wallace, Allyssa George, Petersen 56.6/1st; Boys all ages: David hits in each of the innings to power an individual win and a relay win. The his next two matches to finish in 3rd Goalie duties were split between Noah Abby Hoobing, Savannah Seals, Davisson 56.1/1st; Level 5: Girls all the Giants. For the Dodgers, Dominic only dual winner was Alex Gilchrist place. He finished the day with four Pettit and Gianna Paden with several Brianne Radliff, Francesca Hyde and ages: Sabra Wilson 54.3/3rd; Boys all Johnson had a double in the first and who took the IM and the backstroke. wins and one loss. stops by each. Defensive efforts were Aryanna Shakoor. ages: Timothy Chan 49.8/4th; Boys all caught a fly ball to get the final batter He also swam on the winning 400 relay Wrath played their first game ages: Nicholas Chan 53.8/1st out. Nate Keaney caught two fly balls team with Kevin McLaughlin, Jordan 7th grader Reece Kerstetter won lead by Robert Sutter, Talia Florio and Level 6: Girls all ages: Megan all 3 of his matches, 2 by pin to take Maddie David. On the offensive front of Spring league against a battling in the first inning and had multiple hits Reznick, and Andrew Song. Reznick Heritage Kaos, winning 3 to 1. Brianne Contarciego 53.5/2nd; Boys all ages: during the game. also won the 500 free. Although first place. 8th grader Josh Forshaw the entire Team contributed with goals Nicolai Petersen 53.5/1st; Level 7: made the finals, losing a close match being scored by Calvin David, Mia played in goal in the first half behind Padres vs. Diamondbacks; Gavin Song didn't win an individual event, a well-organized defense of Kylie, Girls all ages: Loren Couture 50.2/3rd, Day of the Padres connected for some he also swam on the winning 200 free 5-6. He finished in second place. 7th Battilega, Gianna Paden, and Miara Kaylie, Aryanna and Fran. Wrath used Kaitlyn Clevenger 47.7/4th; Boys all outstanding hits and Blake Bystrom, relay along with Aaron Silva, Caleb grader Phoenix Badertscher had one Pipe. 1-3 for the Tournament. wingers Abby and Allyssa to provide ages: Jelani Roberson 50.4/1st, Jeremy also of the Padres, recorded three outs Wang, and Nick Johnston. Johnston pin and finished in second place. 8th The LAZERS next tournament width and support the midfielders Tyler Pigford 40.9/2nd; Level 8: Girls all at second. For the Diamondbacks, Jack went on to take an individual win in grader Ryan Petersen overcame his will be held at RLCC in Livermore and Kate. The opening goal came from ages: Rebecca Okmin 54.0/1st, Kend Gosei had a big hit and Isaiah Wood the 50 free. semifinal loss by winning his final on April 13. a Brianne clearance, Savannah taking all Aasen 53.4/2nd: Boys all ages: played strong defense. Continuing the one individual, one two matches, one by pin, to claim the shot beautifully. With support Emilio Lehmer 52.2/1st; Level 9: Girls Rangers vs. Dodgers: For the relay theme was Jason Chen who was 3rd place. 6th grader Brandon Archer from Janessa and Steffanie, Savannah all ages: Alex Holland 47.2/1st; Boys Rangers: Jackson Whatley made the winner in the fly event and swam had one pin and finished in 2nd place. quickly followed up with a second. all ages: Ruben Padilla 56.4/1st several excellent putouts through on the first place medley relay team LHS Alumni Baseball 6th grader Praneeth Nandamuri also Livermore High School baseball Wrath played the passing game with out the game and teammate Trevor along with Thomas Gjerde, David good links-ups between Kylie and Becker, and Thomas Resnick. finished in 2nd and had one pin. 6th alumni will be hosting the Annual Straume smacked 2 balls to right field. grader Jason Nunez lost a close match Abby on one wing, and Allyssa and Fusion Soccer For the Dodgers: Jayson Boissonneau Rounding out the individual firsts Alumni Baseball game this year on Fran on the other. Kaos soaked up the Registration for fall recreational executed 5 strong base hits and team- for the Dons were RJ Scott in the 200 6-7 in the finals. He finished in second April 20th at 11:00. Lunch will be pro- and select soccer now open. Regis- place and had 2 pins. pressure but Wrath added a third with mate Ben Roesler completed 2 nice free, Pierson Connors in diving, Bryan vided after the game. Any questions, Steffanie’s first goal for her new team. tration for Livermore Fusion Soccer outs at first base. Hughes in the 100 free, and Anthony contact David Perotti at 925-586-2811 Second half and Steffanie took up the Club is open online. Please visit www. T-Ball: A's vs. Rockies: The A's Jhong in the breaststroke. or [email protected] goal-keeping gloves. Brianne then fusionsc.org. Walk-in registration on played well. Jake Sekany's powerful East Avenue Wrestling The East Avenue Middle School played up-front, using her strength to Sunday, April 14th, 10am-2pm at swing was on full display with an RBI In a meet that was never in doubt, good effect. Wrath continued to pres- the Livermore High School Student double. Caleb Martin continued his the Amador Valley Varsity girls swim- wrestling team had eleven medalists at the Harvest Park tournament in The Northern sure with shots from Kate and Tyler. Union. For questions or more informa- hitting streak with three base hits. The ming and diving team got on top State Champs Coach Paul moved the girls around Rockies awarded Jackson Perotti their early and cruised to a 124-58 win over Pleasanton on March 23. East Av- California Men’s State Gymnastics tion, please visit us at www.fusionsc. and focused on their game play. Kaos org or call (925) 443-7570. teams "Charlie Hustle" award while Livermore High. The Dons took first enue advanced four wrestlers to the Championship was held in Oroville scored an amazing consolation goal they named their "Player of the Game" in 9 of the 12 events and swept two championship finals claiming four CA the weekend of March 16-17 from a free-kick. Wrath finished the Dayton Barcelin for his great line drive events and two of the relays. gold-medals. for levels 6-10. Boys Levels 4&5 game comfortable 3-1 winners. catch from the pitchers mound. Sisters Kirsten and Iris Brand took Sixth graders Branden Trevethan had their State Championship Day at the A's Giants vs. Cubs: The Giants three of Amador's individual firsts with (75-pounds) and Marcos Martinez Meet in San Luis Obispo March Livermore Community Day at the played an exceptional game. Jarrett Kirsten winning both the 50 free and (125), seventh grader Oscar Guzman 9th-10th. Most of the WCOGA A’s will be held to support athletic pro- Fahrnhorst was noteworthy with some the backstroke while, Iris won the 200 (110) and eighth-grader Kayla Smith boys will be traveling to Reno next Springtime Tumbling free. The Dons also got Individual first grams. The date is Saturday, April 13, great hitting. The Cubs also played an (170) all won gold medals in their month to compete in the Region 1 and Trampoline 2013, Oakland A's vs. Detroit Tigers. outstanding game with Joseph Bellah place finishes from Rachel Knowles weight division. Kayla Smith had an Championship against gymnasts hitting a double and making several in the IM, Eva Chung in the fly, Katie Livermore's Springtime Tumbling The first 10,000 fans receive a 2012 AL great plays as pitcher. Dylan Williams Tsui in the breaststroke, and from diver impressive tournament pinning all her from Southern California, Nevada, and Trampoline competed in the Go West Division Champs Fleece Blanket. made an awesome play getting a force Lauren Hall. opponents in route to the gold medal Arizona and Hawaii. For the Gold Invitational in Reno, Lower Box Seats, Community Tailgate out on third. Talan Yorn ended the In addition to the individual firsts, and was named Most Outstanding fe- Level 5, for the 8 year olds, was NV on March 16-17th. Twenty-one BBQ, Parking, T-shirts included. game with a home run. Amador's medley and 400 free relays male wrestler at the tournament. Over dominated by Izaiah Mlay who won 1st gymnasts competed in three events: Featuring the Granada High School Cubs vs. Diamondbacks:. The Dia- touched the wall first. Vera Umansky, 70 girls from 25 schools competed in place on all events, except 2nd on vault, trampoline, double-mini trampoline, Jazz Band performing the National mondbacks played a great game. Drew Tsui, Knowles and Lily Gribbel swam the all day event. "Kayla has become earning State Champion AA by a large and tumbling, bringing home 20 gold Anthem. Tailgate 11:00am-12:30pm. Conway played a notable game as a on the former, while Chung, Umansky, one of the dominant female wrestlers in margin. For the 9 year-olds Tyler Hom medals. Results for the Springtime Game time 1:05pm. starting batter. Parker Pompilio was a Cailyn Plattel and Laura Taylor took the area", said East Avenue coach Mike earned 6th on Rings and Malakai Mlay gymnasts are below: Trampoline: Level 5: Girls ages Family Ticket & Business Sponsor fantastic player with great defense and the latter. Nagel. "Her hard work and dedication won 1st on vault. Andrew Tambunting packages available. 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Hikes Planned all skill levels. At least three The open house will be held County Mosquito Abatement winner of the Coloring Contest New President Save Mount Diablo is hosting unique, no-drop rides (minimum at the Batteate Ranch, 5600 Col- District must complete an appli- will receive a major prize. All The Tri-Valley Tourism a number of hikes. They include of one for each skill level) will lier Canyon Rd., Livermore. cation form. Applications may winners will be announced at Bureau, formerly known as the the following: be led by experienced local rid- be downloaded at http://www. 12:10 p.m. sharp. Tri-Valley Convention & Visi- • Save Mount Diablo's 2013 ers very familiar with the trails Business Opportunity dublin.ca.gov/mosquitoabate- tors Bureau, has announced the Four Days Diablo, a "Gently and terrain. The Mount Diablo mentdistrict and hand-delivered hiring of Barbara Steinfeld as area, including MDSP, Diablo A senior scientist at Stan- Junior Ranger Program Roughing It" camping trip that ford University is looking for a or mailed to the City Clerk’s Mount Diablo State Park President. She replaces Grant Foothills RP and Shell Ridge, Office. They may also obtained Raeside, who stepped down last leads participants on an adven- are great places for new and driven entrepreneur/co-founder has announced that registra- ture through rarely seen Mount to work together to build a com- by contacting the City Clerk’s tion is now available for the September. experienced riders. Afterwards, Office at (925) 833-6650. Ap- Steinfeld joins Tri-Val- Diablo landscapes and epicurean all rides will regroup at the meet- pany from the group up. Spring 2013 Junior Ranger delights April 24th -27th. Each ing location for post ride snacks The company will work to plications are also available Program. This ever popular ley after spending the last 16 day, staff hauls gear and sets up and socializing. solve a major problem about at Dublin Civic Center, 100 annual program includes topics years at Travel Portland, where a new camp while talented lo- • Earth Day Project: Sun., food around the world. Needed Civic Plaza, Dublin, and the on: prehistoric times, California she was the Vice President of cal chefs, from restaurants like April 21, 8:30 a.m. to noon: is someone who will grow the Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza. Indians, wildlife, geology and Tourism Sales. Prior to joining Forbes Mill, Postino, and Prima Join us and REI for a volunteer technical on-line side of the Original signatures are required other areas. Hosted by a park the Portland tourism organiza- Ristorante, create delectable service project restoring a sec- business. Compensation will be on the application. docent, each session includes tion, Steinfeld worked as the dishes on the spot. The most lux- tion of Marsh Creek in Clayton, equity in the company. Initial Completed applications presentations, hands-on activi- International Tourism Manager in celebration of Earth Day. This compensation doesn't include must be submitted to the City ties and a hike. at the Tampa Bay Convention urious camping experience filled salary until funding is secured. Children, ages 7 to 12, plus with discovery awaits you closer project is a great opportunity to Clerk's Office, 100 Civic Plaza, & Visitors Bureau for eight restore the streamside woodland To apply, send one PDF in- one accompanying adult are years. She began her career at to home than you ever thought. cluding a Motivation Letter and Dublin, CA 94568 by 3:00 p.m. eligible to participate. Sessions Limited space available. www. area for native plants and wild- on April 5, 2013, for appoint- the Nebraska Department of life. We will remove non-native a Resume to rajnishk@stanford. will be held at various locations savemountdiablo.org/ edu by April 7th, 2013 (Subject ment on April, 16, 2013. Post- in the Park. The five weekend Economic Development, where • Guided Tour of Irish Can- plants and water native plants. marks will not be accepted. she spent four years as a Tourism We will provide training and line: GloFoo Co-Founder Ap- sessions begin Sunday, May 5th yon hike., Sat., April 6, 9 a.m. plication). and conclude Sunday, June 9th. and Economic Development to 2 p.m. exclusive guided tour project supervision. Anyone Consultant. under the age of 18 must be Easter Egg Hunt Each session runs from 1:00 of the spectacular 320-acre Irish On Sunday, March 31, 2013, pm to 4:00 pm. Registration is A graduate of Northwestern accompanied by a supervising Vacancy University with a Bachelor of Canyon property. The property adult. Dress in layers and wear the Easter Bunny will make a limited to 15 children, plus one The City of Dublin is now parent per child. While there Arts degree in Anthropology, is marked by three spring-fed long pants, long-sleeved shirt, accepting applications to fill an special visit to Boomers Liver- branches of Irish Creek and steep sturdy closed-toe shoes and a more, for the 4th Annual Easter is no charge for the program, Steinfeld also earned a Guide Li- unscheduled Trustee vacancy payment of the Park’s entrance cense from the Israel School of sculpted slopes. The property hat/visor. Bring sunscreen, a on the Alameda County Mos- Egg Hunt. supports more than 400 species water bottle, gloves and a trowel The Easter Egg Hunt will fee is required. Tourism. Currently she is chair quito Abatement District. The For more information or to of plants and animals, provides for weed removal if you have ending date of the term of the begin at 9:00 a.m. sharp and end of the US Travel Association’s world class views very few living them. Enjoy morning snacks at 12:00 p.m. Egg Hunt areas register, contact Steve Elliott at Destination Council and is the unscheduled vacancy is January 925-362-8697 or at SAE612@ people have seen and has a rich and juice. Space is limited to 1, 2014. A Trustee's function is are separated into different age past chair of the Cultural & groups (11 and under) so that all msn.com. Advance registra- history including two homestead 40 participants. Heavy rain to approve the District's budget Heritage Tourism Alliance, of sites. The hike is roughly 6 miles cancels. R.S.V.P. required (925) participants will have an enjoy- tion is required. This program which she is a co-founder. and expenditures, set policy, and able experience. (Up to 10 free is sponsored by Mount Diablo round trip with 900ft elevation 947-3535. oversee the Manager. No knowl- “I am very excited to lead the gain/loss. No dogs allowed. Age eggs per person filled with prize State Park in cooperation with team at the Tri-Valley Tourism edge of mosquitoes or mosquito vouchers). the Mount Diablo Interpretive is 14+. R.S.V.P. required (925) abatement is required. Bureau,” said Steinfeld. “I look 947-3535. Babydoll Lambs This year’s event will feature Association. A Pre-Easter farm animal Applicants applying for California State Parks does forward to getting to know each • April Mountain Biking Ride over 2,500 eggs, photo opportu- of the cities and promoting this ride, Sat., April 13, 9 a.m. to open house will be held from the position of Trustee must nities with ‘Boomer’ the Kanga- not discriminate against indi- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., be available to attend monthly roo, prizes and much more. Fill viduals with disabilities. Prior beautiful region.” noon. The Bicycle Trails Council Steinfeld will join the Tri- of the East Bay April Gala Ride is March 30. meetings held on the 2nd out a raffle entry to be entered to arrival, participants with dis- Featured will be the new Wednesday of every month in the Family Fun Easter Basket abilities who need assistance Valley Tourism Bureau on in conjunction with Save Mount April 8. Diablo. The BTCEB Gala rides Babydoll lambs along with (5:00 p.m. in Hayward); and be Raffle, for tons of goodies your should contact Ranger Dan are casually paced social group other mini animals. (For a story a resident of Dublin. family is bound to enjoy. There Stefanisko at 925-855-1730 rides for men and women of on Babydolls, see today's Inde- Dublin residents interested will be a Coloring Contest for pendent Magazine.) in serving on the Alameda all participating children. The

Paul Joseph Nelson 94568. Burial will follow for Charlie Shultz, where dental technician. In the Clifton, VA, and Dennis and dirt bikes including hill Paul Joseph Nelson died service at Memory Gardens many of his portraits still 1950’s Ken was co-owner Logsdon, Livermore. He is climbs at Carnegie. February 18, 2013 in Tulsa, Cemetery in Livermore, hang in the Redwood Ice of Logsdon and Reis Music also survived by 11 grand- He was preceded in death Oklahoma. CA. Arena. He had to give up store in downtown Liver- children, 5 great grandchil- by his father Devoe O'Neal A native of California, Arrangements by Cal- many of his projects after more. As a professional dren, 3 step grandchildren; and sister Terri McPherson. who was born June 30, laghan Mortuary. developing Macular Degen- piano and accordion player, a sister Kristen Stewart of He is survived by his mother 1964. eration. After retiring and he was a member of many Oceanside and a brother, Joe Lonna O'Neal, son David He was a father to Justin, David A. Fleming moving to Livermore, with dance bands and orchestras Logsdon of Salida; several O'Neal and partner Cheryl Brianna and Skylor. David Anthony Fleming, limited vision he found a playing throughout the Bay close cousins, nieces and Wallace. He grew up in Pleasan- born June 1, 1932, died on love of gardening, especially Area. Ken also strolled ac- nephews, and their fami- A memorial is planned at ton, CA and attended Ama- March 16, 2013, in Liver- his tomatoes. cordion and played piano lies. Trinity Church 557 Olivina dor ValleyHigh School. more, California. after a David and Marian mar- providing background music He was preceded in death Ave., Livermore, on Satur- A memorial service will long illness. David was a ried in 1993 in Santa Rosa at top dinner locations. Ken by his son, Andrew Logs- day, March 30th at 2p.m. be held on April 13, 2013, native of California, born in and would have celebrated was active as a band leader, don, Capt USMC Reserve, 11:00 A.M., at Chapel of Fresno, CA. He was one of their 20th wedding anni- and music arranger up until his brother, Donald Logs- Jeffrey Dean Hendricks the Chimes, 32992 Mission a large family of 13 children versary on April 24th. They his health no longer allowed don, grandson Christopher Jan. 23, 1957 – March 14, Blvd., Hayward, CA 94544. consisting of 10 girls and enjoyed attending the Class him to do so. He led the Ken Harding, and great-grandson 2013 We have been asked to gath- 3 boys. David is the only Reunions held in Eureka, Alan Five Combo at Haps Kieran Harding. Jeff “Brillo” Hendricks er at the entrance office at surviving son, along with 5 every 5 years, attending Restaurant for nine years Ken was always fasci- of Livermore, CA passed 10:45 A.M and will then of the sisters Juanita Yates the 60th one in 2010. We to the delight of diners and nated by aviation and looked away on March 14, 2013. proceed to the interment site. of Fortuna, Rose Marie Din- loved that trip and I enjoyed dancers. His most recent forward to flying in his son, Jeff lived life to its fullest A reception will follow . smore of Eureka, CA, Helen meeting so many of his gigs included playing at the Tim’s Cessna any time Tim but ultimately lost his coura- Bomar of Portland, OR, classmates. San Ramon Senior Center, could take him. Ken also en- geous 8-month battle with Norman W. Bettencourt Beatrice Dusza of Boston, A Memorial Mass was Ridgeview Commons in joyed spending time with his cancer. Born and raised in Norman W. Bettencourt MA and Judith Boyle of celebrated by Father Augus- Pleasanton, and numerous beloved German Shepherd, Sunnyvale, CA, Jeff served Mar. 27, 1932 to Mar. 20, Livermore, CA. tine in the Chapel at the Vet- Knights of Columbus and Marina, who preceded him in the Air Force and worked 2013, was a resident of Also survived by his son erans Hospital in Livermore church events. He also liked in death by three weeks. at NASA prior to retiring in Brentwood. Norman went David (Steve T.) of Lake- on March 27th, 2013. to team up with his son, Tim A vigil will be held Mon- Livermore, CA. Jeff played home to be with the Lord port, CA, daughter Linda Arrangements by Cal- and grandsons Andy and day, April 1 from 5-8PM at golf as often as possible and at the age of 80 surrounded (Chris)Minar and grand- laghan Mortuary. Steven, to provide music Callaghan Mortuary, 3833 was a beloved member of his by his family. He spent 36 children, Colin, Nolan and for events at the Livermore East Avenue in Livermore local golfing community. years in Transportation at Lauren, all of New Prague, Kenneth Alan Logsdon VA Hospital and for barbe- with a rosary beginning at Jeff is survived by his the Livermore Lab, before MN. Apr. 7, 1931 – March 24, 2013 cues at one of his favorite 7PM. A Mass of Christian wife Teri and his sons, Dan- his retirement. Norman was Preceeded in death by Long time Resident of Liver- places, Frazier Lake Airpark Burial will be celebrated on iel and Justin. more also a Cattle Rancher in the his father John William, (One Charlie Niner) near Tuesday, April 2nd at 11AM A Celebration of Life will Ken Logsdon lost his bat- Brentwood area. mother Katherine Roach Hollister. Ken continued at St. Michael Parish 458 be held Thursday, March 28, tle with cancer and earned Norman is survived by Fleming, brother Edward, to work with and mentor Maple Street, Livermore. 2013, from 2 – 4 pm at the his place in heaven during his children; Julie (Tim) sisters Katie, Anne, Re- his grandchildren and great In lieu of flowers, dona- Springtown Golf Course the early morning hours of Jacobs, Jeff (Heather) Bet- gina, "Sister"and an infant grandchildren in music. tions may be made to the Clubhouse located at 931 M a r c h tencourt and by four grand- at birth Ken volunteered for Knights of Columbus Cor- Larkspur Drive, Livermore, 24. He children; Haley, Nicole, The family moved to many causes as an officer poral Ken Logsdon (USMC) CA 94551. A 9-hole round d i e d Cole and Danielle. Eureka where David attend- of the St. Vincent de Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund, of golf will be played in in p e a c e - Rosary was held on Mon- ed The Nazareth Academy Society, as a charter member PO Box 1007, Livermore, Jeff’s honor immediately f u l l y day, March 25. Mass of the and graduated from Eureka of the Knights of Columbus CA 94551. following the Celebration w i t h Christian Burial was cel- High School, Class of 1950, Father Patrick Power Coun- of Life. m a n y ebrated on March 26 at St. where he lettered in football. cil #4588 and as a Fourth m e m - John David O'Neal Michael Catholic Church, During and after school he Degree member of the Holy John David O'Neal was bers of 458 Maple St, Livermore, worked for the local grocer. Spirit Assembly. He was born August 5, 1956 in his large with burial at St. Michael Upon graduation he secured an advocate for military Berkeley to Lonna and De- family at Catholic Cemetery, 3885 positions with Tony Gosslin, personnel and veterans orga- voe O'Neal. He died March his side. East Ave, Livermore. Howard Cooper Corp. an nizing several VA Outreach 15, 2013. Ken was born in San In lieu of flowers the Stevenson Equipment Co. programs in the Tri-Valley The family moved from Francisco to Charles and family respectfully requests as parts manager for many Area. A special scholarship San Leandro to Livermore Marion Logsdon. The fam- memorial donations in Nor- years. Moving to Santa Rosa is named for him to assist in 1968, where John at- ily relocated to Pleasant Hill man's name be made to a where he and his first wife, veterans with college tuition tended Junction Avenue and during Ken’s early teenage local charity of choice. Sandra owned and operated at Las Positas College. Livermore High schools, years. He graduated from Arrangements by Cal- the Tropic's Motel, a familiar Ken had many hobbies in- graduating in 1974. After Diablo Valley High School laghan Mortuary. sight along the old highway cluding model building and high school he went through 101, where the children in 1948, where he met the painting miniature objects in GM Training School. He spent most of their time in love of his life, Connie perfect detail. He loved his worked as a self-employed Deven Lorenzo Leonis Smith. They were married Resident of Livermore the pool. Enjoying a full patio that he decorated in the independent contractor de- Dec 9, 1997 - Mar 22, 2013 house during Fair time and on October 29, 1950. style of an airplane hangar. livering freight for 13 years, Deven passed away after the Raiders football team in Ken heard his country’s When asked about his hob- then traded the bobtail for a courageous fight with can- spring training. call for help and enlisted in bies, Ken would humbly say, a water truck working it for cer and a lifetime of battling After selling the mo- the United States Marine “my six children.” the last 20 years. He en- heart disease. He is survived tel, the family moved to Corps during the Korean Ken is survived by his joyed camping and boating, by his parents Angie and Rohnert Park where they conflict. He was discharged loving and devoted wife Scott Silva and Dustin and managed several apartment after the war, but always felt of 62 years, Connie; his Marlene Leonis, his sister; complexes for one owner, proud to be a Marine. He children, Catherine (Katie) Alexandria Leonis and his Jack Yanoff of Enterprise maintained his membership Harding (Chuck) of Liver- brother; Tyler Leonis. Properties where David and in the Marine Corps non-ac- more, Laura Kraft (Larry) of A Celebration of Life Marian retired from in 2006. tive reserve organization. Bobtown, PA, Tim Logsdon Service will be held on David at one time had his Ken went back to civil- (Heather) of Livermore, Tuesday, April 2nd at 11 own professional photogra- ian life as a musician and Col. Vince Logsdon (Stacy) a.m. at Crosswinds Church, phy studio, in Santa Rosa, 6444 Sierra Ct., Dublin, CA and was the Photographer PAGE 10 - The Independent, MARCH 28. 2013

(continuedVETERANS from page one) men and women of all ages, of self, money for college, would be primary," she said cheered wildly. and to contribute to the recalling her favorite part. "I "Bullets don't stop be- greater good. think of them as if they were cause we're women," said "Our female soldiers here today." Lieutenant Colonel Doral and veterans feel the same The event, which includ- Gonzales. "We carry weap- camaraderie and pride - ed lunch, was sponsored by ons, and we know how to and unfortunately suffer the Blue Star Moms of Danville, use them. We drive trucks, same wounds, both physi- Daughters of the American and fly helicopters and jets. cal and mental - that our Revolution, Josefa Higuera When you look at a woman male service members do," Livermore Chapter, and vet, that's a soldier." said Army Sergeant First PG&E. Honoring Women Vet- Class Veronica Salter. "Yet "When Todd asked PG&E erans was hosted by LPC's women veterans often feel to partner and host a special Veterans First program dur- like an afterthought in the event for women veterans, ing California's Women Vet- public's, government's and we jumped at the chance," erans History Week, March media's eyes. We want said spokesperson Nicole 18-24, to honor women to get away from people Liebelt. "The presentation veterans' courage and sacri- saying, 'Servicemen…oh, and the panelist discussions fice in defense of the United and women.' We are more were fascinating. There States. alike than the public real- are great organizations like "I was inspired by many izes, but we carry the addi- Las Positas' Veterans First Photo - Doug Jorgensen of our amazing women vet- tional burdens of having to that provide support and Longevity Wines in the Livermore Valley was one of the stops for barrel tasting over erans at Las Positas and how overachieve and often deal resources." the weekend. they tend not to receive the with gender stereotypes and Speaker and Army Staff recognition for the service sexual harassment." Sergeant Starlyn Lara said they provided our country," Speakers addressed the the standout moment for her said the college's Veter- challenges facing women, was the awarding of five col- Wines Tapped to Greet Spring ans Coordinator Todd Stef- both during service and af- lege scholarships sponsored By Carol Graham Clarin and his Cloan 8 has "Guests had a lot of fun. fan. "The event was held to ter returning to civilian life by the Daughters of the Kicking off a new season a great balance of blends. They loved our wines and honor all women who have from connecting with other American Revolution and is particularly enjoyable We can’t wait for the re- many purchased futures of served, and to understand veterans, to understanding PG&E. "Supporting veter- when wine is at the heart of lease. McGrail's grounds are our 2011 Los Tesoros Mer- the challenges our returning benefits, to hoping for more ans is more than a sticker on it. It is more pleasant still beautiful; it's a great place to lot," said Tasting Room Man- women veterans face." female-friendly uniforms. a bumper; it's becoming in- when friends, both known have a nice lunch and enjoy ager Lori Albiani. "Since the Six veterans formed a Las Positas student and volved and getting to know and soon to be known, a bottle or two as we enjoy event is focused on tasting panel, answering audience Navy veteran Kate Williams the veterans in our commu- sunshine, music, food, and the awesome views." a future wine straight from questions and speaking noted, "The event gave me a nities. Scholarships send a sweeping vistas are added. At Cuda Ridge, wine- the barrel, it's also an edu- about serving in WWII, the greater awareness of women strong message of support Barrel Tasting Weekend maker and owner Larry cational experience." Korean War, the Vietnam veterans and an appreciation and acknowledgement of in the Livermore Valley, Dino noted, "There were Owners and winemak- War, and combat in Iraq and for the struggles faced and service and sacrifice." held March 23rd and 24th, good crowds throughout the ers throughout the valley Afghanistan. the goals achieved in order Panelist and US Coast launched the 2013 wine sea- day, but it was comfortable were on hand to speak with Judy Tarter joined the to get us to the more equal Guard Operations Special- son as visitors from through- and everyone enjoyed them- visitors about the various Navy in 1954 while work- playing field that we have ist First Class Wendy Lone out the Bay Area visited selves. Last year, people methods of producing Liver- ing for the phone company. today." Bear said of the roughly 200 30-plus local wineries to came to get a quick taste more's world-class wines as "My supervisor told me that Women's service in the attendees, "I didn't expect sample wine futures. and move on to the next well as terroir, climate and if I worked hard, in 25 years US military began during the turn out. It was nice to "It's exciting because this winery, but it was different the often locally-produced I could be a supervisor just the Revolutionary and Civil see so many young people is the first major event of this year. People seemed art chosen for their labels. like her," said Tarter. "I Wars, in which women had and community members to hang out for a while and "The next thing we have the year," said Cuda Ridge checked out at lunch and to masquerade as men. By show up for an event like volunteer Jane Ayotte. "It's enjoy the wine, music, food coming up is the Amgen not as crowded as some and friendly company." cycling tour release, called joined the Navy. I'm im- World War II women were this. other events. Most people With good reason. Just 'The Tour,'" Dino said of pressed how far women able to serve openly, though "Our veterans may have enjoyed the chance to meet beyond the plum-colored the Cuda Ridge wine com- have come and feel honored they had to leave service hung up one uniform and the winemakers at different 1970 Barracuda for which memorating the popular to have been a small link in when married. transitioned to the civilian wineries, and were excited the winery is named, guests annual event. "We'll release the chain between then and Veteran Iona Ray married world but they are continu- just to be out in beauti- enjoyed sliders (miniature it May 2nd." now." her flyboy during WWII, ing in a time-honored tradi- ful weather with wine and bun sandwiches) scrump- Upcoming Livermore The veterans emphasized ending her military career, tion of service to helping music." tiously paired with Cuda wine events include the that women join the military though she spoke glowingly each other and their com- The 5th annual fundraiser Ridge wines. "I've devel- association's Wine Wednes- for the same reasons as men: of her time serving in the munities." hosted by the Livermore oped my signature style days in April, Down to Earth camaraderie, adventure, to Naval Nurse Corps. "People Valley Winegrower's As- of marrying flavors of the Day on April 21st, Liver- build confidence and a sense sociation invited partici- southwest with my love of more Premium Outlets Sip pants to taste and purchase Mexican food at Posada and Shop on May 16th, and wine futures. Also called Catering," said chef Eduardo Taste Our Terroir on July en primeur, wine futures al- Posada. "For Barrel Tast- 18th. The 22nd Annual low customers to purchase ing Weekend, we paired the Wine Country Festival will A's Mascot Leads Way For a particular wine before Short Ribs in Blackberry be hosted by Livermore it's bottled, while a vintage Mole Slider with the 2010 Downtown, Inc. on May 4th Vintage Hills Runners is still in the barrel. This Syrah, the Red Pepper Hum- and 5th. Stomper, the elephant or football during lunch Stomper is not the only opportunity permits enthusi- mus Veggie Slider with the For Sandoval, "Our last mascot of the Oakland A's, period joined the run, said celebrity to show up to lead asts to secure wines that may 2010 Malbec, and the Chile stop was Mitchell Katz. His made an appearance at Vin- Theide. the throng. School super- have a limited release, and Verde Carnitas and Slaw new winery is warm and tage Hills elementary school The A's mascot kept with intendent Parvin Ahmadi often allows a discounted Slider with the 2010 Caber- lively with happy faces and in Pleasanton to build more the rule of team mascots: and school board president price. net Franc. fantastic wine. It was great excitement about the school's no talking while wearing Jeff Bowser ran one day Participant Betsy San- "I'm very fortunate to to visit wineries we normally fitness program. the costume. Instead, there earlier this year. Their track doval visited several winer- be invited to some of the don't visit and to taste such Stomper appeared on was pantomiming of funny leadership came during both ies, including Big White Livermore wineries for their wonderful wines from the campus at lunch hour March moves. The kids loved the the early grades' and late House. "John Evan has a special events throughout Livermore Valley. There's 22 for the school's weekly playfulness, said Theide. grades' lunch periods. Ah- tasty Cab that was beautiful the year, along with some no need to visit Napa when Fun Fit Friday run and walk. Fitness Fridays and the madi logged 3.5 miles, said in color and the taste was wineries asking for food we have such a great variety Stomper's appearance fee related running and walk- Theide. magnificent," she said. "Our pairing with their new wine in our own backyard." was picked up by Schlicher ing program started at the The run/walk program second stop was McGrail's. releases." For more information, Orthodontics, a Pleasanton beginning of the school year. is possible "through the We'd never been there, but At Murrieta's Well, the visit www.lvwine.org. business, said Kendra Zi- Participating kids are issued dedication of our PE teacher, we know winemaker Mark tasting room was hopping. erau, treatment coordinator cards. Teachers punch the and our PTA. We couldn't do at the professional office. card after a certain amount it without their energy," said Stomper definitely gener- of distance is covered. The Theide. ated excitement about the students can run on any Terri Drain is the PE fitness program, said Vin- weekday on the playground. teacher, and Theide said tage Hills principal Melissa However, Fun Fit Fridays are that Diane Berry, Suzanne Theide. Kids were getting organized with the principal Kostalnick, and other PTA autographs. Some students leading the way, and music members helped with the who usually play basketball played to add to the fun. event.

(continuedTHEATER from page one) the public hearing conducted Fialho added that the process reviewed, I would have by the Civic Arts Commis- followed was the same as made the same decision it sion left a bad impression. had been followed in similar did. This is a one-year con- Children spoke in favor of instances. He said if BACT tract. If BACT is unable to San Francisco and were told does not meet performance perform, we will know that their comments did not mat- standards, "We will get rid shortly." ter. There were uniformed of them. I invite the public Karla Brown added, "I police officers present. to work with us to make sure do think that competition Carol Clinton contin- they hold up their end of the sometimes makes as better. ued, "One commissioner bargain." BACT knew they were com- was condescending. The He added that after re- peting against an established children were ignored. We ceiving over 300 emails, program and showed well. It were told that the decision some of them threatening, does sound like the company had already been made. That he made the decision to have was fully vetted. When it taught us we have no voice." police officers present at the comes to caring for children, Pictured in the photo collage are (left to right) Supervisor Haggerty with Brier She noted that 50 spoke in hearing in front of the Arts we need accurate, thorough Elementary 5th grader Kiya Johnson and her father Steve Johnson; (top to bottom) person and over 200 signed Commission. applications." Supervisor Haggerty with Junction Avenue K-8 School 8th grader Austin Evernham; a petition in favor of the San Councilmember Cheryl Mayor Jerry Thorne and Supervisor Haggerty with East Avenue Middle School 8th grader Makenzie Francisco company. Cook-Kallio said she was said he was disturbed that Yoder and Clinton sug- sorry to hear the negative a group of people feel that Brown. gested that the process be perception surrounding the they weren't heard. "I can't reopened. decision. "The new manage- find any fault with the pro- Other speakers voiced ment could be better; could cess. What came out of it Students Illustrate Bike Safety in Contest similar concerns about the be worse. We don't know. is a good recommendation process and the hearing. It is too bad San Francisco from staff that gives us the Supervisor Scott Hagger- “The essays were fun to their thoughts regarding the Tina Wagner said that the did not attend this meeting opportunity for growth in ty teamed up with the Alam- read. It was clear that many importance of bicycle riding, main point is that San Fran- to answer questions. If the the future. I hope you will eda County TransForm Safe of the students put quite a exhibiting bicycle safety cisco created something reports I am looking at were go into this with open minds Routes to Schools program bit of time and thought into and abiding by the rules of outstanding and should be what the Arts Commission and work with us." this month to host a bicycle their work. This made for the road. allowed to build on it. "We essay contest entitled “Bike no easy task on the part of “It is just so rewarding to were told our feelings could it-I Like it!” in schools with- the judging panel, that’s for be able to give bikes to kids not be considered in the de- in his supervisorial district. sure.” who may not otherwise have cision. I hope you look at it During special presentation The goal of the contest the opportunity. The looks again. This is a big deal." (continuedENERGY from page one) ceremonies, taking place the was to promote bicycle use on their faces made it all Arts Commissioner Kar- week of March 17th, win- and safety, and to educate worth it,” said Supervisor en Martens said she was to his council earlier this be able to accept funds, ners from each individual District 1 students on the Haggerty. not speaking for the com- month that the organization and conduct energy-related school were announced and many health and environ- Contests were held at mission. She was a member resolved the structure of outreach programs. The ex- prizes were awarded. There mental benefits of bicycling East Avenue Middle and of the screening commit- were two top prizes (bicy- as a means of transportation. Junction K-8 in Livermore, the energy council. Biddle act nature of which energy tee. She commented that said that he would like to grants will be sought is to cles complete with helmets, Essay questions, which were Dougherty Elementary in there was never a time when lights and locks) awarded assigned on a voluntary Dublin, and Brier Elemen- put membership in it on a be determined by the board anyone said that San Fran- council agenda soon. members, as the process at each school, as well as, a basis, instructed students tary in Fremont. Contests cisco Shakespeare is not a handful of alternative prizes to clearly demonstrate their at Murray Elementary in Becerra said that Pleasan- continues, said Becerra. reputable organization. "We ton and Livermore will also The cities that have joined for runners-up and for gen- need/want for a bicycle and Dublin and Parkmont El- attempted to look at what eral participation. if they already had one, stu- ementary in Fremont are is best for the entire com- consider membership. so far are Oakland, Berkeley, Supervisor Haggerty, dents were asked to focus on scheduled for May. munity." The energy council will Emeryville, Albany, Pied- who acted as a judge, said, City Manager Nelson mont and San Leandro. The Independent, MARCH 28. 2013 - PAGE 11

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Dedication of Fire Station One Memorial Garden Set The dedication of the flowers, a wooden bench, by Pleasanton Mayor Jerry tion, please contact Doug Fire Station One Memorial and a bronze plaque which Thorne and Fire Chief Jim Miller, VFW Post 6298, at Garden will be hosted by describes SPC Lindskog’s Miguel. For more informa- (925) 998-9905. the Livermore-Pleasanton service to our community Fire Department (LPFD) and nation. All of the land- and Veterans of Foreign scaping materials and work Wars Post 6298 on Saturday, were donated by local com- March 30, 2011. The event, panies and service clubs. which is open to the public, In addition to the spe- will be held at the garden, lo- cial dedication, the agenda cated on the grounds of Fire includes brief comments Station Number One at 3560 Nevada Street in Pleasanton, beginning at 11:00 a.m. The garden will be dedi- cated to U.S. Army Special- ist Jameson Lindskog, a military medic and Pleas- anton resident who was killed in Afghanistan in 2011. The site was selected by SPC Lindskog’s family to recognize the connec- tion between his role as a combat medic and the fire department’s responsibil- ity to provide emergency medical assistance to the community. SPC Lindskog also grew up within one mile of Fire Station One. “We are so honored that the family of Army Special- ist Lindskog has chosen Fire Station One for this beautiful memorial that serves to re- mind us of the commitment made by our military troops and public safety respond- ers,” observes LPFD Chief Jim Miguel. The memorial garden in- cludes a fountain, shrubs and THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013 THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION A Valley Concert Chorale Presents 'Songs of Serenity;' Joined by LPC Chamber Choir The Valley Concert to light, assembled from Chorale will perform the various sacred Latin texts, highlight concert of its provided him with personal 49th season featuring the comfort and solace during music of two of the choral his time of loss. According world’s most renowned to his commentary in the and creative contemporary musical score, Lauridsen composers Maurice Du- chose the sacred music of ruflé and Morten Laurid- the late Renaissance “to sen. Las Positas College create a quiet, direct and Chamber Choir will join introspective meditation on the Chorale. light, using primarily the The performance of consonant harmonies, in- "Songs of Serenity" is 7:30 tricate counterpoint, formal p.m. on Sat., April 13 at the procedures and chant-like First Presbyterian Church, melodic lines of that era.” 2020 Fifth St., Livermore. “Though the lyrics are “We will perform the that of a traditional Requi- Duruflé Requiem and Lau- em Mass, the melodies are ridsen’s Lux Aeterna, two contemporary with beauti- of the most deeply mov- fully complex yet luscious ing contemporary choral chords that create a deeply pieces ever written,” says moving experience for VCC Artistic Director John the audience,” explains Emory Bush. Las Positas Bush. “This piece, coupled College Chamber Choir, with the Duruflé Requiem under the direction of Rob- Soprano Jumi Kim and baritone Brian Leerhuber will perform as soloists will transport listeners to ert Lappa will perform with another world.” VCC. “These two pieces pressionistic painting and perform with organist Tickets are $20 in ad- are favorites of choral sing- that’s what this music is.” Annette Albrecht. Lau- vance and $25 at the door. ers and audiences all over According to Bush, Du- ridsen’s choral masterpiece High school and college the world, and whether you ruflé was a renowned or- twice received Grammy students $10 with valid stu- are a fan of choral music ganist in France and wrote nominations with the dent ID. Children under 12 or not, after experiencing very few musical works, orchestral recordings by are free. Advance tickets these two incredible pieces, only 11, probably because the Los Angeles Master may be ordered by visiting you will be.” he was such a perfection- Chorale and Sinfonia the Chorale’s website at Duruflé’s Requiem is ist. “He worked so hard Orchestra, and by the www.valleyconcertchorale. known as one of the most to get his musical pieces London-based ensemble org, or by calling the Cho- beautiful among choral perfect that he would not baritone Brian Leerhuber work, Lauridsen’s Lux Polyphony with the Britten rale’s information number masterpieces, says Bush. let them be published. He and soprano Jumi Kim, Aeterna.” Sinfonia. at (925) 866-4003 to order “I think the Kyrie of the completed the Requiem in a member of VCC. The Since its premier in Lauridsen, who in 2007 tickets Requiem is the best of any 1947 at the time of his fa- Chorale last performed 1997, Lux Aeterna has was awarded the National More information about choral composer. Based on ther’s death, and is the one the Requiem in 2000 and been performed throughout Medal of the Arts, has the Valley Concert Cho- Gregorian chants and col- work for which he is best Bush felt it was time to the world and is considered stated that Lux Aeterna or rale is available at www. ored to influence the era of known.” Duruflé died in do it again. “It’s such a Lauridsen’s centerpiece of Eternal Light was com- valleyconcertchorale.org, Impressionism, this piece 1986 from complications beautiful piece that the choral compositions. It is posed in response to his or by calling the general is similar to the tones and of an auto accident. singers love to perform and written for either orchestra mother’s final illness. He information line at (925) melodic lines of Debussy. Soloists featured in the I thought it perfect to pair or organ accompaniment, said that the choral piece 866-4003. Think of your favorite Im- Requiem will be guest with another great choral and VCC has chosen to with its many references 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013

Legendary Ladies of Country Music Tribute Show at the Firehouse

Joni Morris, who is Patsy Cline and Connie voice lessons. “I decided best known for her tribute Francis, as well as for why not take voice lessons performances of classic writing, performing and instead of just waiting in country music figures, re- recording her own mu- the lobby,” she says. The turns to the Firehouse Arts sic. In addition to music decision to step through Center in Pleasanton. This performed by Cline and that door would ultimately time Morris and her After Francis, this show will also put Morris on an entirely Midnight Band present feature songs by Loretta new career path that would their Tribute to the Leg- Lynn, Tammy Wynette, include national tours, CD endary Ladies of Country Dolly Parton, Emmy Lou releases, sold-out shows, Music. Harris, and a host of other and critical acclaim. The show is one perfor- famous artists. Having toured nation- mance only, Saturday, April Born in Modesto,and ally for more than a decade, 6, at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are raised in Stockton, Joni she has appeared on the $15-$25, with youth and says her career started out Grand Ole Opry stage and senior discounts available. almost by accident. As a other notable venues. She A singer, actress, and busy mom shuttling her has even portrayed Patsy songwriter, Joni Morris is daughter to piano lessons, Cline in the Columbia widely respected for her Morris noticed a door Actors Repertory stage shows honoring the great down the hall advertising production “Always Patsy Cline,” to rave reviews. The Tribute to the Leg- Andrew Thierry endary Ladies showcases Morris’ authentic sound, dazzling costumes she col- lects from the golden era of Grammy Award Nominee Andre the 50s and 60s, comedic interludes, and of course her wonderful audience Thierry and the Zydeco Flames interaction. Favorites like “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” Return to the Bothwell “Sweet Dreams,” and “Where the Boys Are” will fill the set lists. Not to be A Zydeco Dance Creole world. His original multiracial, French speak- missed. Party set in a Mardi Gras music is a blend of old ing Creoles of south and To be noted: Joni Morris atmosphere will be held and new, with a mastery southwest Louisiana, and has sold out all past Fire- on Saturday, March 30. that enables him to create features a piano accordion house appearances. Tickets It will feature Grammy a unique sound for his and and a washboard. It is can be purchased online at Award Nominee and future generations while generally fast and fun – www.firehousearts.org, by Winner of the 2012 West staying true to the past. sample some at andrethi- calling 925-931-4848, and Coast Blues Hall of Fame In Zydeco Dance Party erry.com. in person at the Box Office, award, Andre Thierry tradition, the event starts The Bothwell Arts 4444 Railroad Avenue, and Zydeco Flames. The with free Zydeco Dance Center, 2466 8th St., Pleasanton. Box Office party starts at 6 p.m. and Lessons at 6 p.m. and Livermore is a project hours are Wednesday - runs until 10 p.m. at the again during the band’s of the Livermore Valley Friday 12:00 noon-6:00pm Bothwell Arts Center. break with “Zydeco Ted” Performing Arts Center, a and Saturdays 10:00am- At only 32 years old, Ted Sherrod. not-for-profit corporation. 4:00pm, and two hours Thierry is an exceptional Creole cuisine, beer Facebook the Bothwell prior to the performance. multi-dimensional musi- and wine will be available and stay informed of new cian who has a finely- for purchase. Doors open events and classes. honed ability to merge at 5:30. New Art Classes and traditional Zydeco music Zydeco music evolved fun happenings are online Joni Morris to with hip-hop, blues, jazz in the late 1800’s from at www.bothwellartscen- perform. and rock, and has reached social gatherings of ter.org. legendary status in the

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013 3 Local Groups Beneficiaries of

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Grant-in-Aid Program 2013 SEASON area for veterans to relax and reflect," he said. "The site is a large, grassy area Jesse Cook encircled by a concrete Extraordinary and walkway. I'd like to en- Imaginative World Music hance the area by adding a FRI APR 5 8pm concrete pad, a bench and native flowering plants. It will provide a quiet loca- GUEST CONDUCTOR tion for vets to visit with POTPOURRI: their families or simply Dawn Harms relax and enjoy the beauti- Livermore-Amador Symphony ful scenery. SAT APR 6 8pm "The HCCC is a remark- able organization that is very charitable and caring towards the community as Menopause a whole." the Musical For Livermore Police Gfour Productions Chief Steve Sweeney, the APR 10,12,13 7:30, 2 & 8pm event was bittersweet. "I am retiring in one week. Photo - Doug Jorgensen This is probably my last public event, and I can't Kathy Mattea Traditional dancing was part of the day's activities. A Musical Love Letter think of a better place to to Appalachia be," he said. "I always THU APR 11 7:30pm By Carol Graham Tri-Valley Youth Court, an our doors are open to ev- look forward to this very "Think of a drop of dye organization that provides eryone for all events we do special event. I can't thank that's dropped into a river. an opportunity for middle at HCCC, be it Yoga Health you enough for the number The Beatles It's impossible to know and high school youth who (Saturdays at 8 a.m.) or our of people you reach out how far it will spread and are first-time offenders of Health Fairs (held in the to and touch through this Concert how many lives it will misdemeanors and lesser fall). Grant-in-Aid program. Experience touch," said Livermore- crimes to make amends to "Since we can't reach You've always been so warm, so gracious and so, West Coast Performing Pleasanton Fire Chief their victims using restor- everyone everywhere, we Arts Presenters so generous to this com- Jim Miguel. "As both the ative justice and positive believe giving to organiza- SUN APR 14 3pm munity." funds and the love from peer influence. "The tions that touch humanity is Hina Saiya accepted these grants spread, they HCCC is very generous the best way to reach out to a grant for the Sandra J. will touch hundreds if not with their time, expertise the community at large." Wing Healing Therapies Vintage Tales, thousands of people." and donations." Hinduism grants ab- Foundation. "The founda- Modern Miguel, along with The annual Grant-in- solute freedom of belief tion gives funds to cancer Livermore Mayor John Aid ceremony was held on and worship. “We don’t patients going through Tributes Marchand and Police Chief March 23rd at the Shiva- expect everyone to believe chemotherapy and radiation Livermore School of Dance Steve Sweeney, spoke at Vishnu Temple in Spring- in our religion; Hinduism to help alleviate the side Ballet Company the Hindu Community and town. Attendees were doesn’t preach that you effects of their treatment FRI APR 19 7pm Cultural Center's Grant- treated to a cultural pro- have to convert anyone," using alternative therapies in-Aid ceremony, dur- gram during which dances said Gundu. "The spirit of like meditation, massage, ing which $30,000 was were performed by girls Hinduism is a way of life: guided imagery, acupres- It’s Magic! awarded to dozens of local and women in shimmering don’t do harm to others, sure and acupuncture," said Thrilling New Show of benevolent organizations traditional dress. be nice to people, and treat Saiya. Magic and Mystery ranging from an Eagle "Our Human Services people the way you would "By giving back to their SUN APR 21 3pm Scout project to Hope Committee believes that like to be treated.” local community, HCCC Hospice. service to mankind is ser- For Justin Kehl, the shows its support and fol- "The HCCC is a gift vice to God," said HCCC grant he received was lows its ideals of encourag- ing human services work." CALL CLICK to our community," said Board of Directors member instrumental in supporting 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org recipient Tonya Clenney, Anand Gundu. "With this his Eagle Scout project. For more information, Program Director for the motto we would like to "I'm working with the VA visit www.livermoretem- COME BY serve the community, and Hospital to provide an ple.org. 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore

4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013

Review: 'Forever Plaid' Nonstop Energy Creates A Feel Good Show

By Carol Graham the actors' complete com- and the vocals are tight and "What's the worst that mitment to the naivete and well-arranged. The theater can happen? We already innocence of a by-gone era is wonderful and Danville died!" says a character in makes it a buoyant romp offers many opportunities the Tri-Valley Repertory that the audience is in on. for before or after show Theatre's exuberant musi- "Forever Plaid is one refreshment." cal Forever Plaid. of those shows that is Forever Plaid is play- This wonderfully quirky followed by many, and ing at Danville's Village revue-style show centers many know it well," says Theatre, 233 Front Street. on the Plaids, a 1950s- Scott Maraj who plays Remaining performances style four-part harmony Frankie. "Opening night are Friday, March 29th at 8 group whose members was extremely satisfying; p.m.; and Saturday, March died in a car accident on I think we surprised even 30th at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. the way to their first big ourselves. It was the first Ticket prices range from show. Miraculously, they time playing to an audience $20 to $25. are revived to get one so it was very fresh to find "I hope the audience re- last chance to fulfill their where and how the audi- ally connects with the four dreams and perform the ence would respond to the different personalities of show that never was. jokes, to the songs, to the the guys. Each has his own "I loved it," says sentiment and, mostly, to story and sentiment but audience member Regina the four of us." really, we are one group," Linse. "I was tentative Music includes the says Maraj. at first since I didn't know familiar favorites Three Adds Glen Riggs, who anything about it, but it Coins in the Fountain, plays Jinx, "Forever Plaid was amazingly well done. Moments to Remember, has a little something for It's basically an hour and a Heart and Soul, and No, everyone. Feeling like half of nonstop energy for Not Much. you connect with the guyA everyone involved, includ- "It's not very often that Feel-Good Show s is part ing the audience - which one gets to sing tight four- of the journey; the audi- isn't easy to do." part harmonies for an entire 'Forever Plaids' in their rendition of Day Oh ence should feel so many The production rests on show," says Burton Weaver emotions during the show. the shoulders of Frankie, who plays Smudge. "My I hope they walk away with Jinx, Sparky and Smudge, favorite moments are when renditions of songs that in- Yet for many audience sock puppets in the Ed a song or two stuck in their played by actors whose ter- the characters shed their clude Perfidia, Day-O and members the show's high- Sullivan montage," says heads. This is a feel-good rific triple-threat talents an- self-conscious feelings and Mathilda, Mathilda. Keep light was a rambunctious Burton's mom Rose- show and every person chor a show that could eas- just channel their inner an eye on Sparky, played tribute to Ed Sullivan that anna Conlon. "In fact, I should leave happy." ily have swayed towards crooner." by Daniel Quezada, who had so much going on one thought that whole piece For more informa- hammy or uncomfortable, Interspersed with the creatively employs mara- immediately wishes to see was a kick! The show is tion, visit www.villageth- yet never came close to beautifully sung oldies, cas to punctuate particular it again. a delightful comedy, the eatreshows.com or call such a misstep. Instead, are laugh-out-loud rousing lyrics. "I loved Burt doing the music will take you back, (925)314-3400.

On Sunday, 21 April, 2013 the Livermore-Pleasanton Elks Lodge #2117 will be holding its 3rd Annual Children’s Carnival. There will be bean bag toss, lollypop pull, balloon dart throwing, hole in one, and more. Each child, from the ages of 2 to 12, will receive a free meal consisting of a hot dog, chips, and drink plus a free cotton candy, bag of pop corn and 10 game tokens. Additional tokens and food can be purchased for a nominal fee. All proceeds will benefit the Elks National Foundation and Major Projects. The festivities will take place at the Lodge, 940 Larkspur Drive Livermore. For more information, contact Tammy Sturgill at 925-437-0109 or [email protected]

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013 5 Production Includes Parodies from the Pleasanton Concert Band Classics of the ‘60s and ‘70s and ‘80s. Performing Spring Concert The Pleasanton Community Concert Band performs its The show Menopause Robbins (Tony Award annual Spring Concert on Sun., April 7 at the Firehouse Arts The Musical® has cho- - “Best Revival”), has Center. The program begins at 2 p.m. sen Livermore as a ‘hot’ appeared Off-Broadway Theme for this year is, "A Concerted Effort." Concerto national market and will in I Love You, You’re movements (that move us) will be played, featuring mem- play the Bankhead Theater Perfect, Now Change, bers of the Band in various combinations from one to four for four performances April and in five national tours. (or more) soloists, and some unusual instruments. The full 10, 11 and 13 only. Recent credits include The Band will begin the concert with Gordon Jacob's Concerto Tickets are on sale now Divine Sister, 42nd Street, for Band. and can be purchased at The Producers, and Steel There is no admission charge. Donations are appreci- www.livermoreperformin- Magnolias (Broadway ated. The Firehouse Arts Center is located at 4444 Railroad garts.org or by calling 925- World Boston Award). A Ave., Pleasanton. Additional information about the band 373-6800. Group discounts two-time IRNE Award and upcoming performances can be found at www.pleas- of 10+ are available by recipient for Das Barbecu antonband.org calling 888-686-8587 x8. and And Now . . . Miss The all-female cast of Judy Garland, Kathy is a Menopause The Musical® Stoneham, MA native and Variety of Ways to Participate includes Teri Adams (Iowa a graduate of Salem State Housewife), Kimberly University. in The Big Draw Arts Event Vanbiesbrouck (Soap Star), Margot says she is The Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council will present the Margot Moreland (Earth excited to finally be a part Big Draw Arts Celebration, featuring an exciting array of Mother) and Kimberly of the Menopause fam- talented street chalk artists and live performances on May Ann Harris (Professional ily. Most recently seen in 11, 2013 in downtown Pleasanton from 11:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Woman). the critically acclaimed There are a variety ways to participate: Set in a department Florida production of Les • Become an artist. Applications are being accepted for store, where four women Miserables and the world street chalk artist. with seemingly nothing in premiere of Bombshells, • Become a sponsor: There are three sponsorship levels, common but a black lace she has received the all with great public relations opportunities to support your bra meet by chance at a lin- Carbonell award for her business or organization. Click here for details and an ap- gerie sale. The all-female performances in Ruthless!, plication. cast makes fun of their Tomfoolery, Heartbeats, • Become a volunteer. woeful hot flashes, for- and Annie. Other favorites Appearing in Menopause the Musical are Margot • Donate a Piano: That's right! Here's a tax-deductible way getfulness, mood swings, include Midlife: The Crisis to get rid of the piano that no one plays anymore. It will be wrinkles, night sweats and Musical, Forum, Gypsy, Moreland, Kimberly Ann Harris, Kimberly Vanbiesbrouck, painted by middle school artists and then be placed on Main chocolate binges. A sister- She Loves Me, Fiddler and Teri Adams. Street in downtown Pleasanton during the week leading up hood is created between on the Roof, I Love You, to the festival. To donate a piano, contact Michele Crose at these diverse women as You’re Perfect, Now [email protected]. they realize that menopause Change, Shear Madness Ain’t Misbehavin’. Ms. Linders, director Seth • Donate to our Elephants for the Arts Rummage Sale: is no longer “The Silent (all over the country), Harris has also appeared Greenleaf, and choreog- Small household items, décor, antiques and the like are being Passage.” It is a stage in Dirty Blonde, Fat Pig, in several television series rapher Daria Melendez. collected for the rummage sale that will also be taking place every woman’s life that is Closer Than Ever, and Wa- including Law and Order, The 90-minute production as part of The Big Draw. perfectly normal. tercoolers. Miss Moreland One Life to Live, and includes parodies from the • Rent a Booth at Elephants for the Arts Rummage Sale: Liz says she has loved has been adjunct faculty at Third Watch. classics of the ‘60s and A limited number of booths will be available for $40 at the touring with Menopause University of Miami and Menopause The ‘70s and ‘80s. Elephants for the Arts Rummage Sale. Individuals or groups The Musical® all over Rollins College and takes Musical® is produced by For more information, can sell their own collections, art work, crafts, etc. the beautiful country, great pride in her posi- GFour Productions and is visit www.menopausethe- For more detailed information on how to become in- especially enjoying shows tion on Council of Actors’ the work of writer Jeanie musical.com. volved, go to The-Big-Draw.com. in Alaska, Maine, and Equity Association. Hawaii. Other favorite Kimberly is returning to roles include Sister Robert Menopause The Musical®. Anne in Nunsense, Betty in She made her Broadway The Great American Trailer debut in The Color Purple, Park Musical and Meredith where she originated the Parker in Batboy. Back role of Church Lady Doris home, Liz has sung with and recreated that role for the Jazz ensemble, Im- the first national tour. Other promptu, for 21 years, and tours Harris has been a part works as a pet sitter. of include: The Full Monty, Kathy made her Broad- Bubbling Brown Sugar, way debut in Fiddler on the Sophisticated Ladies, Roof directed by Jerome Blues in the Night, and 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013 LHSAA Crab Feed – Crab, Music, Wine and Jackets for the LHS Band When Livermore High drum line will be performing “This is our opportunity along with plenty of gift School alumni heard that the for guests as well as assist- to give back, says Livermore baskets. Music will be by LHS Band was in need of ing with serving at the event. High alum Ray Alsdorf, TankhalfFull. 'The Modern Science of new jackets, they knew what The Livermore High Chairperson of the Crab The LHSAA Crab Feed their next fundraiser would School Alumni Associa- Feed. There will be live will be Friday, April 12th Origami' Presentation at the be: a Crab Feed on Friday, tion was created four years music, plenty of crab, pasta, at the Livermore Vets Hall April 12 at the Livermore ago to keep LHS graduates salad, bread & dessert, plus from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Livermore Library Vets Hall open to the public. connected, and to support wonderful opportunities Tickets are $45.00 and Robert Lang presents While working with NASA/ “We had great times Livermore High’s academic to bid on both silent and may be purchased by con- his program From Flapping Jet Propulsion Laboratory, participating in band and and extra curricular activi- live auction items; vacation tacting: Ray A. 925-606- Birds to Space Telescopes: Spectra Diode Laboratories, all of the extra-curricular ties so current and future stays, wine, tours and tast- 5518; Cheryl P. 925-443- The Modern Science of Ori- and JDS Uniphase, Lang au- activities associated with it. generations will get the ings and plenty more.” 3375; Debbie H. 925-640- gami at the Livermore Pub- thored or co-authored over It opened up such a variety superior high school educa- Beer, wine and soda will 5587. lic Library, 1188 S. Liver- 80 papers and 45 patents in of cultural experiences for tion Livermore is known for. be available for purchase more Avenue, on Sunday, lasers and optoelectronics, so many of us” says LHS April 7, 2013 at 2pm. as well as authoring, co-au- Class of ’67 Cheryl Perry. There is no charge for thoring, or editing 12 books “Buses took us to all the Nominations Open for County Arts Award this event. and a CD-ROM on origami. out-of-town football games, The Alameda County results of the achievements; Origami, the Japanese art He is a full-time artist and parades and trips, it isn’t theater, film and video, tra- Arts Commission invites and other background infor- of paper-folding, has been consultant on origami and its that way now. With all of ditional crafts and folk arts, around for centuries. How- the cuts in school funding, County residents to sub- and new media. Nominees mation about the nominee’s applications to engineering mit nominations for the contributions to the Alameda ever, in recent years, modern the students and parents may participate in a wide problems but also keeps his 2013 Alameda County Arts County arts community such mathematical techniques desperately fundraise for range of activities with an toes in the world of lasers, Leadership Awards. This Alameda County based arts as what distinguishes the have led to the creation of nearly all of their needs. most recently as the Editor- annual program enables organization such as an art- nominee from his/her peers astonishing, realistic, and in-Chief of the IEEE Journal This is another perfect op- highly complex origami the Alameda County Arts ist, staff or board member, or colleagues. Nominations of Quantum Electronics portunity for the Livermore designs. These techniques Commission to recognize volunteer, donor, supporter, are due on Wednesday, May from 2007–2010. He has provide solutions for real- High School Alumni Asso- five individuals, one from advocate, etc. This award 29 and must be submitted world engineering challeng- a Ph.D. in applied physics ciation (LHSAA) to step in each of the five districts of is open to all individuals, online at www.acgov.org/ es. Scientist and origami from Caltech, and received and lend a hand.” the Alameda County Board including youth, who live arts/awards artist Robert Lang will show their highest honor, the Dis- There are approximately of Supervisors, for their in Alameda County regard- The Members of the Al- ameda County Arts Com- how origami has helped to tinguished Alumni Award, 75 students who participate outstanding achievements less of race, color, national in 2009. in the band. “They have and contributions impact- origin, physical challenge, mission will review the create safer airbags, better nominations in July. Award telescopes, and more. The Friends of the Liver- been selling cookie dough, ing the arts community and religious or political affili- more Library have under- the residents of Alameda recipients will be recognized Robert J. Lang is recog- candy, 'dining out,' anything ations. in early October in conjunc- nized as one of the foremost written this program as part they can think of just to County. Award recipients Nominations must be of the Friends Authors and tion with the County’s cel- origami artists in the world raise monies to hire buses will be presented to the submitted by Alameda ebration of California Arts as well as a pioneer in com- Arts Series. For additional for transportation, let alone Alameda County Board County residents. Each in- Day and National Arts and putational origami and the events, check the library’s new jackets” says Band of Supervisors by the Arts dividual may submit one Humanities Month. development of formal de- website at www.livermoreli- Supporter President, Debbie Commission. nomination. Nominations For more information, sign algorithms for folding. brary.net. Hadsel. The award winning Nominees must be resi- must include a description or to request the official dents of Alameda County. of the nominee’s major nomination instructions, Nominees can be involved in achievements contributing contact the Office of the any arts discipline including, to the arts in the community Arts Commission at email: Beth Emek Plans Holocaust Remembrance Day but not limited to, music, and the residents of Alam- [email protected] dance, visual arts, literature, eda County; the impact and or phone: (510) 208-9646. Congregation Beth Emek scroll, which means that the Family, friends and all oth- will hold a Yom HaShoah specific town of origin can- ers who perished in the Ho- (Holocaust Remembrance not be determined. locaust will be remembered. Contest Prize Is Guest Chef Appearance Day) ceremony on Sunday On this Yom HaShoah, The community is invited Community television April 7th at 6:00-7:00pm. Beth Emek will adopt and to join the congregation for trivalleytv.org and click on studios. Entries are due by is offering viewers chance Since 1967, Congrega- memorialize one of the this proper and distinguished the “Spice of Life” banner. April 1st at 11:59 p.m. to be a guest chef on an Viewers will have the op- For complete rules and tion Beth Emek has been in towns from which the To- Yom HaShoah ceremony. possession of a Torah scroll upcoming episode of "Spice portunity to vote for their to enter the “Spice of Life rahs were rescued. The con- This event builds on the of Life” on TV30. Enter the that was rescued from a favorite recipe on-line. One Mother’s Day Recipe Con- gregation will join together congregation’s long tradi- “Spice of Life Mother's Day winner be the guest on an test,” visit the TV30 website town in the former Czecho- for a service in which the tion of service to the com- Recipe Contest.” Submit a slovakia during the Ho- episode of “Spice of Life” at www.trivalleytv.org. and Torah will be recognized. munity. favorite recipe and a photo and prepare his or her recipe click on the “Spice of Life” locaust. It is an orphaned of the dish by going to www. on TV at the Tri-Valley TV banner. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013 7

and fined for speeding in their automobiles. The speed limit was 25 mph. The county had decided to crack down on speed- ers in 1913. The usual fine was $25. On some days the only business before the court was speeders; the Herald called such a day in court “Speeders’ Assizes.” Livermore Justices of the Peace: 1877-1930 The first woman juror, Mrs. Nellie Farley, was selected During this time period, death following an accident had been one justice and in 1918. Another result of Livermore had four justices in November 1887. one constable for the town changes in the law was the of the peace—Robert Joseph H. Taylor had of Pleasanton and one of arrest of people who were W. Graham, Joseph H. bought 1,200 acres in the each for the town of Liver- not obeying the Prohibition Taylor, Daniel J. Murphy, Townsend School District, more. Local authorities laws. Prohibition passed in and George S. Fitzgerald. to the southeast of Liver- decided to divide Murray 1919, and continued until Although never trained as more, in 1867. He farmed Township in two, leav- the end of 1933. lawyers; in fact, not having there for eleven years and ing the western portion George Fitzgerald died even a high school educa- moved into town in 1880. to be renamed Pleasanton of a heart attack in 1930. tion, they were greatly Taylor was chosen to fill Township, and leaving the The town flew its flag at respected by their peers for the vacancy of justice eastern portion to continue half mast in his honor. their sense of justice and of the peace. One of his as Murray Township. (Readers can reach me at their common sense. They cases involved the arrest On August 16, 1900, [email protected].) had the authority to hear lo- of A. Colvin for cruelty William Ford was accused cal minor civil and criminal to animals on July 24, of petty larceny. Jerry Col- cases and commit cases to a 1899. H.R. Crane made lins and a friend, Con Nev- higher court for trial. They the accusation. Constable in, rented a rig and team of Alphabet could issue arrest or search George S. Fitzgerald made horses from Feidler’s Liv- Rockers warrants. The Museum on the arrest. Bail was set at ery in Livermore and went Main, maintained by the $100. Colvin requested a for a drive. They stopped Perform at Amador-Livermore Valley jury trial. Charles Munch, in Pleasanton, tied up the Historical Society, holds Amos Clark, Frank Grassi, rig in front of the Rose Library the court docket books for William Hartman, Eugene Hotel, and went inside. Put on your dancing these justices of the peace. Day, Theo Gorner, and When they came out, they shoes and get ready to have The books are fascinating J.D. Rollins were chosen discovered that the rig and Constable George S. Fitzgerald in 1910, the year before some fun with the Alphabet to see and handle—huge for jurymen. They found horses were gone. They Rockers. This free event to dark red leather volumes Colvin not guilty for lack were finally located in San he became Justice of the Peace. be held on April 3 begins at with handwritten pages of of evidence. On November Jose, but Nevin’s prized (from Vasco's Livermore, 1910) 10:30 a.m. in the Storytime the court records. 26, 1901, J.F. Summers ac- violin was missing. Ford Room at the Livermore Pub- Robert Graham was cused William M. Menden- was arrested as he was lic Library, Civic Center, the town mortician and, hall of exhibiting a deadly trying to sell the violin. He Ed pleaded guilty, and Jus- complaint was dismissed, 1188 South Livermore Av- with his wife, ran an weapon in a dangerous pleaded guilty in the Liver- tice Murphy fined him $25. but then Torres charged enue, Livermore. undertaking business. He manner. Mendenhall plead- more Court. Justice Taylor Another trial on July 31 Lopez with battery. Lopez Alphabet Rockers is a was appointed the town ed not guilty and requested fined him $25 or 25 days of the same year involved pleaded guilty and was fresh and funky family mu- justice of the peace in a jury trial. His bail was in the county jail. He was a shooting. Emil Rochin fined $20. sic group from San Fran- October 1877. Several of set at $700. On December unable to pay the fine, so accused Steve Lopez When Justice Murphy cisco. The group mixes his cases involved Chinese 4, Summers asked for the the Alameda County sheriff of assault with a deadly was elected to the Alameda together hip hop, beatbox- men. One of these was Ah charge to be dismissed. took him to jail. weapon with the intent to County Board of Supervi- ing, soul music, imagination and dance for an interactive Hing, who was found in The Herald reported that Justice Taylor died commit murder. Lopez and sors in 1911, he left the show, with the foundation of Gregorio Torres had had an office of justice of the the act of smoking opium the disagreement was over suddenly from a stroke learning concepts from the by the town marshal, E.D. the rental of the Menden- in February 1907. For a argument, and Lopez shot peace. George S. Fitzger- K-2 curriculum. Murphy, on August 27, hall Springs resort. time, his cases were heard Torres in the mouth with a ald was appointed as the No registration is re- 1885. Ah Hing paid $20 In 1902, the California by substitute judges, but pistol. The bullet came out new justice. He was well quired. bail the following day. On legislature passed a new finally in 1909, Daniel of Torres’s neck, missing acquainted with the court Contact Youth Services September 1, Ah Hing did law that limited each town- J. Murphy took over the any important blood ves- system, having been a con- at (925) 373-5504 for more not appear for his trial, and ship to one justice of the job. On February 2, 1910, sels. Torres recovered. In stable for many years. As information, pick up a story- the $20 was accepted as his peace and one constable. Earle Downing accused Ed order to conduct the trial, I read through Fitzgerald’s time schedule at any one of fine for the offense. Robert Compliance was difficult Christensen of shipping Murphy hired a stenog- trial records, I was sudden- the Livermore Public Librar- Graham served as the jus- for Murray Township— quail without naming the rapher and an interpreter, ly struck by the fact that ies, or consult the website tice of the peace until his from the beginning there contents of the container. D.F. Bernal. The initial people were being arrested www.livermorelibrary.net.

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ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Winery tasting room at 5565 Tesla and H Streets, Livermore. Reception Drawing Classes at the Figurehead enthusiasts welcome. Get on the performs 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Livermore Art Association Gallery, Rd., Livermore for the month of on April 18, 7 p.m. No admission Gallery taught by Carolyn Lord. No PPL mailing list: PoetryOnCanvas@ Dance Floor, Small Cover. located in the Carnegie Building, March. Hours 11 AM to 4:30 PM charge. www.LivermoreArtAssocia- prerequisites. Offered 4/21 through Mac.Com Beatles tribute, the Sun Kings, March offers art classes, unusual gifts, Livermore artist, Gloria Sayers, is tion.org. 6/10. 8 consecutive weeks, skipping Piano lessons, Private and small 30, 8 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, painting rentals, art exhibits and exhibiting her paintings at the café Fresh Work III: Open Juried Exhibit, Memorial Day. Two sessions offered: group piano lessons available for 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. information pertaining to the art at Garre Winery, 7986 Tesla Road, Harrington Gallery, April 24-May 25, Sunday evenings, 6-8PM or Monday beginning students. Lessons include www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. field, 2155 Third St., Livermore. The Livermore for the months of March reception and awards April 27, 1 to mornings, 9-11AM. All materials playing practice, theory, expression Jesse Cook, April 5, 8 p.m. Bankhead gallery has been open since 1974 and April. The café is open weekdays 3 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 and art supplies included. Class fee and an introduction to various types Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. and is run as a co-op by local art- 11 am to 2 p.m. and weekends 11 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. is $200. Contact 925-353-0419 or of music and composers. Private www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- ists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 am to 3 p.m. firehousearts.org or 931-4848. email [email protected] classes are $15 per half hour and 6800. p.m. For information call 449-9927. Seasons of the Valley, an ex- to register. The Figurehead Gallery is group lessons are $12 per student Livermore-Amador Symphony, April Plants and Bicycle Wheels, Celebrate hibit of the art of Bettie Goosman MEETINGS/CLASSES located at 2222 2nd St., Livermore. per half hour (up to 4 students). For 6, 8 p.m. guest conductor potpourri: the importance of plants on our is displayed at The Purple Orchid 15th Annual Artists' Flea Market, Visit figureheadgallery.com for more more information please call (925) Dawn Harms. Bankhead Theater, planet and their influence on nutri- Inn, 4549 Cross Rd., Livermore. Art Saturday, April 27, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., information. 216-7231 e-mail thomasin_d@ 2400 First St., Livermore. 2400 First tion, our lifestyles and sustainability. can be viewed daily from 8 am to 6 DeLucchi Park, Pleasanton (next to Fine Art on Friday, 10 a.m. with Art hotmail.com or visit http://children- St., Livermore. www.bankheadthe- Local Livermore artists and children pm. For more information call (925) the Farmers' Market). A great place Critique & Coffee at the Corner Bak- sartclassesprojects.blogspot.com/. ater.org or 373-6800. will celebrate the impact of plants 606-8855 to buy paints, frames, canvas, art ery Cafe, Pleasanton Gateway Plaza. Young Artists' Studio has openings Joni Morris: A tribute to the Legend- by decorating bicycle wheels with Cuda Ridge Wines features work of books, bargain art, pottery seconds, Professional, Local and Emerging in its school year art classes for ary Ladies of Country Music, April creative plant themes. On May 18th local photographers, Jennie and and inexpensive supplies for kids. Artists of the San Francisco Bay youngsters in grades 2 through high 6, 2 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, the wheels will be displayed by Chuck McGregor featuring Livermore Want booth space so you can clean Area. Contact Claudette for more school and beyond. Classes will 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. participating businesses in down- landscapes, runs through March out your hobby room or studio? A information 510 543-4776. begin in October. All kinds of drawing www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. town Livermore along the path of 31st. The winery is located at 5385 10’ x 10’ space costs $25. For more Classes, Colored Pencil Classes and painting as well as printmaking Pleasanton Community Concert the Amgen Tour of California. Those East Avenue in Livermore. The art information, call Gail at 925-846- "Basics and Beyond." Instruc- and sculpture are offered in our large Band, Spring Concert, “A Concerted interested in decorating a wheel is on display, and available for pur- 8960. Sponsored by Pleasanton Art tor Maryann Kot. Starting at 6:30 and well equipped home studio. Effort,” 2 p.m. April 7, Firehouse with a plant theme, can email art@ chase, during normal tasting hours League. PM-9:00 PM on Tues., March 19th Peggy Frank has been providing art Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., rajnishkhanna.com by April 15th from Fri.-Sun., 12:00 - 4:30. Black & White Fine Art Photography for five weeks. Classes will be held experiences for valley youth for over Pleasanton. Free admission. for more information. Photographs Paper Cuts of Livermore Wineries Seminar at the Figurehead Gallery at the Bothwell Arts Center 2466 30 years. Contact her by e-mail at Kathy Mattea, April 11, 7:30 p.m. of selected artwork will be posted and Vineyards features the work by John Lytton. Reception and 8th Street, Livermore. Sign up at [email protected] or by phone Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., on the international Fascination of of Madelynn Ellis. Second floor presentation, Friday, April 19, 7-9:30 Way Up Art and Frame, Livermore. at (925) 443-8755. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org Plants Day website (http://www. Pleasanton Art League Wall at the PM. Seminar, Saturday, April 20, 925-443-3388. Space is limited. or 373-6800. plantday12.eu/news.htm#01-13). Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad 1:00-3:00 PM. Lytton is a black and See Maryann's paintings at Wente WINERY EVENTS The Beatles Concert Experience, Art Happens, 2nd Thursday of each Ave., Pleasanton from March 5 white fine-art photographer from Winery, 5565 Tesla Rd., Livermore. Live music Winemaker's Pour House, West Coast Performing Arts Present- month, 6 to 9 p.m. April 11. Down- through April 2. Gallery hours are New Mexico who uses classical March 1st through March 28th 2241 First St., Livermore. www. ers, April 14, 3 p.m. Bankhead The- town Livermore. Art displays, poetry, Wednesday-Saturday 12-5pm and techniques with digital, medium Figure Drawing Workshop, every Fri- winemakerspourhouse.com. March ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. entertainment, special events. For Saturdays 11am to 3pm. Inquiries and large format cameras. He will day 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists 28, 6:30-9 p.m., Stripped Down; bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. the brochure go to www.bothwel- regarding the show can be made discuss how he is able to produce bring their own materials and easels. March 29, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Meredith Arlo Guthrie, April 22, 7:30 p.m. lartscenter.org. by contacting the artist by email at digital prints that rival traditional Open to all artists. Professional artist and the Mercenaries; March 30, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Figurehead Gallery presents, "Differ- [email protected] or by telephone silver-based images in permanence models (nude). No instructor. Stu- 7-10 p.m., Joey T. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org ent Paths, Alternative Photographic at (925) 462-7964. and visual quality. John will present dents under 18 need written parental 5th Annual Wine Tasting Fund- or 373-6800. Expressions," featuring photos of Relatively Speaking, an exhibit featur- a digital portfolio of his work. His permission to attend. Cost $20 per raiser, Benefit for the Leukemia and The Paris Combo, April 24, 7:30 p.m. Walter Davies, Lisa Rigge, & Ron ing artists who are related, will be prints are also on display at the session. Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Lymphoma Society. Sun., April 28, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Rigge. The last day of the exhibit is on display at the Bankhead Theater, Figurehead Gallery. The gallery is 8th St., Livermore. Coffee, tea and noon to 4 p.m. at The Purple Orchid, Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org March 30. Visiting this fine collec- 2400 First Street in Livermore, from located in the Old Theater Mall, 2222 refreshments are available. Call or 4549 Cross Road., Livermore. Live or 373-6800. tion of platinum, hand tinted, and March 6 to May 7. Artists include 2nd St. in Livermore. To register for e-mail Barbara Stanton for more info performance by John Lee Hooker, Jr., The Lettermen, April 26, 8 p.m. cibachrome photographs is great for Louise Gray, Andrew Roberts-Gray, the seminar please call 925-337- about the workshop, 925-373-9638 silent auction, wine tasting, finger Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., students or anyone who's ever won- Jonathon Miler, Joanna Crawshaw, 1799 or email ball@figureheadgal- - [email protected]. food. $35 advance, $40 at the door. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org dered about photographic processes. Ronald Rigge, Lisa Rigge, Linda lery.com. Preschool Art classes: Thursday http://.WineHike.ticketleap.org or or 373-6800. For more information please contact Ryan, and Grace Ryan. Call for artists, City of Livermore and mornings 9:45 – 10:45. Children 413-7788. Debussy Trio, Del Valle Fine Arts Ken Ball 925-353-0419 ball@ Livermore Art Association, spring the Commission for the Arts will ac- aged 3-5 are welcome to join this concert, April 27, 8 p.m. Bankhead figureheadgallery.com http://fig- show, April 6 and 7, The Barn, 3131 cept on-line applications from Artists class. Classes cover drawing, MUSIC/CONCERTS Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. ureheadgallery.com. The Figurehead Pacific Ave., Livermore. Sat., 10 for the 2013 Urban Art Program, Util- painting, print-making, sculpture and Music every Saturday in the tasting www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- Gallery is located at 2222 2nd St. a.m. to 5 p.m. Reception and awards ity Box Mural Project. Applications ceramics. For further information room from 12 to 4; open every day 6800. Suite 21, Livermore. ceremony, Sat., April 6, 7 to 9 p.m. will be accepted at callforentry.org please contact Thomasin Dewhurst if the gate is open and for sure on California: Earth, Air, Water, Fire, Public is invited. No admission until 11:00 pm on Tuesday, April at (925) 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays ON THE STAGE Life. Exhibit at the Harrington Gallery charge. 30, 2013. hotmail.com or visit http://children- 11 to 5. Red Feather Winery, Forever Plaid, March 22 - 30, Village at the Firehouse Arts Center in Wente Vineyards artists reception Drawing Classes at the Figurehead sartclassesprojects.blogspot.com/ 5700 Greenville Rd., Livermore. Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. Pleasanton, March 2 through April showcasing work of Ron & Lisa Gallery taught by Ozell Hudson Jr., Livermore Art Classes, Artist and art Information at 449-1871 or www. Presented by the Tri-Valley Reper- 6. Exhibition interprets and honors Rigge, April 7, 5565 Tesla Rd., MFA. Tuesdays, Portrait Drawing, instructor, Thomasin Dewhurst offers redfeatherwinery.com tory Theatre. 925-314-3400, www. nature in California, and features Livermore. Work displayed in the April 9 through June, 11, Morning art instruction to children and adults. Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- danville.ca.gov painter Engela Olivier-Wilson, Estate Winery tasting room through Series 9-11AM; Evening Series Classes cover painting, draw- urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, Time Stands Still, Bare Bones staged photographer William Hackett, and April. 456-2305. 7-9PM. Wednesdays, Head Drawing, ing, sculpture, ceramics, collage, 21 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. reading series at the Douglas sculptor/designer Matthew Nylander. Quilts from the Heart, Amador Valley April 10 through June 12, Morning animation and construction. For Tri-Valley Medieval and Renais- Morrisson Theatre. The play will Regular gallery hours: Wednesday, Quilters display work at Alameda Series 9-11AM; Evening Series further information please call (925) sance Collegium playing session for have one performance, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 12-5 p.m.; County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton. 7-9PM. The series of 10 classes is 216-7231 e-mail thomasin_d@ amateur musicians, Peter Maund, April 2, 2013, at 8:00pm, at the Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Har- Featured artists Alex Anderson; $250. Contact 925-353-0419 or hotmail.com or visit http://children- director. Mondays 7:30–9:30 p.m. Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 rington Gallery at the Firehouse Arts special exhibit Quilts of Valor; email [email protected] sartclassesprojects.blogspot.com 7600 Dublin Blvd., suite 370, Dublin. N. Third St. in Hayward, CA. Tickets Center in Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad opportunity quilt drawing. April 20, to register. The Figurehead Gallery is Pleasanton Poetry League, Catch the $25. Information collegium2011@ are $10 (open seating), and are Avenue. Admission is free, donations 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; April 21, 10 a.m. located at 2222 2nd St., Livermore. Wave and Play with Poetic Journaling gmail.com or 925-424-1209 or available through the Box Office at always appreciated. to 4 p.m. http://www.amadorval- Visit figureheadgallery.com for more lead by local Artist/Poet Claudette 925-984-4395 (510) 881-6777 or online at www. Art Show, Livermore artist Maryann leyquilters.org/ information. McDermott. E-Mail interest to Chris Bradley's Jazz Band will appear dmtonline.org. Kot is showing her art at the Wente Essential Nude Figurative Show, April Introduction to Analytical and [email protected]. Meet- at The Castle Rock Restaurant in Menopause The Musical, April 10, 18-21, Bothwell Arts Center, 8th Observational Perspective ings at local locations. All Poetry Livermore/at Portola Ave. Band 7:39 p.m., April 12 and 13 8 p.m. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013 9

and April 13 2 p.m. Bankhead admission. www.brownpapertickets. Friday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m. (925) $10 with valid student ID. Children religion. Contact Rich at 872-7923, school clothes and shoes to children Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. com or 1-800-838-3006. 373-6800 or www.livermoreperform- 12 and under are free. www. for further questions in need. For information, call Annette Includes lesson guide. www.ctcinc. She Loves Me, Pacific Coast Repertory ingarts.org. Tickets are $26, $22, valleyconcertchorale.org or (925) We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a at (925) 462-5275, or go to www. org., 800-606-0424. Theater, weekends April 12-28, and $18, with $15 tickets available 866-4003 member-centered book group led by amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org. Hair, spring musical, Las Positas 8 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. for students and seniors. a small group of book club veterans, Run for the Parks, April 14, 2013 - College, April 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn OPERA with reading selections based on Sycamore Grove Park. 10K starts 9 Barbara Mertes Center for the Arts, Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehouse- how to dance with great instructors Opera San José continues its 29th member recommendations and a.m. - fee $30 by April 12/$35 on 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. arts.org or 931-4848. from It's All About Dancing, new season with Suor Angelica & Gianni consensus. No homework required– Race Day, 5K starts 9:10 a.m. - fee $10 students/seniors, $15 general Cinderella, April 19 - May 5, Pre- dance every week from Salsa, Tango, Schicchi, a double-bill of Giacomo share your insights or just listen in! $30 by April 12/$35 on Race Day; sented by San Ramon Community Swing and more. Group lesson starts Puccini operas with libretti by Gio- Contact Susan at 337-1282 regard- kids’ 1 mile fun run starts 9:30 a.m. Theatre, Front Row Theater, Dough- at 7:30, followed by open dance vacchino Forzano. Eight perfor- ing the We’re Talkin’ Books! Club. - fee $10 by April 12/$15 on Race erty Station Community Center, until 9:45 in our new location at the mances are scheduled from April 13 Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate's Day; Special Family entry of $25 per 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd., San Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., through 28 at the California Theatre, "Great Egg Hunt" on Saturday, person is available to families of 4 Ramon; sanramonperformingarts. Livermore; 925-449-9292. $15. 345 South First Street in downtown March 30th, from 12:00pm - or more. Funds raised go to support Foundation com. 973-3343. San José. Tickets are on sale at the 3:00pm. Gates open at 11:00am. new trail development and park It’s Magic, April 21, 3 p.m. Bankhead VOLUNTEER Opera San José box office, online The event will feature scrambled maintenance for the Livermore Area Adds Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Firehouse Arts Center Volunteer at operasj.org or by phone at (408) hunts for collection of colored eggs, Recreation and Park District. Race www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- Program Orientation: The Firehouse 437-4450. The Suor Angelica & games, picnics, pet adoption, enter- day festivities will start and end at On-Line 6800. Arts Center has a dynamic, award- Gianni Schicchi production is made tainment, face-painting and crafts; the Wente Vineyards Wine Garden Best of the Best, Sat., April 27, Las winning volunteer organization, and possible, in part, by a Cultural Affairs as well as pet-adoption, petting zoo, area located at the main vineyard on Auction Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill is holding its Spring Orientation on Grant from the City of San José. Mansion Tours, gift shop, kid's café, Arroyo Road. www.larpd.dst.ca.us/ Dr., Livermore. Barbara Mertes Thursday, March 28, from 6:30-8:00 Metropolitan Opera Schedule, dancing bunnies, entertainment by History Lecture, Livermore Heritage Las Positas College Center for the Arts, showcasing per- p.m. in the Firehouse Theater, 4444 screening at Regal Hacienda Cinema children's clown stilt-walkers and Guild, speaker Henry Bailey, “The Foundation is offering forming arts students. Las Positas Railroad Avenue in Pleasanton. Posi- in Dublin: p.m.; Francesca da Rimini, the celebrated appearance of the California State Guard.” Wed., April College Foundation fund-raising. tions include usher, greeter, and gal- April 3, 6:30 p.m.; Giulio Cesare, Easter Bunny. Adults $5, ages 4 and 17, doors open 7 p.m. talk at 7:30 something new this year 424-1100. lery docent. Attending orientation is April 27, 9 a.m., May 15, 6:30 p.m. up $3, ages 3 and under free. For p.m. Suggested donation $2. Liver- in an effort to raise ad- Reach for the Stars, Livermore Valley mandatory prior to serving. Must be additional information, please call more Library, 1188 So. Livermore ditional funds. Education Foundation fund-raiser for age 16 or older. For more information MISCELLANEOUS 510-615-5555. www.dunsmuir- Ave., Livermore. For the past nine arts in the schools, April 28, 2 p.m. and to pre-register, contact program New Lindsay Wildlife Museum hellman.com Sock Hop, Saturday, April 27th, years, a silent auction Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., coordinator Jen Koch, jkoch@cityof- classes, 3-week long Saturday An Evening with Titanic Expert 7pm - 11pm Veteran's Hall, 301 has been held in con- Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org pleasantonca.gov or 925-931-4846. classes run from April 13-27. The Richard Shaw, Tues., April 2, 7 p.m. Main Street, Pleasanton $20 in junction with the annual or 373-6800. RSVP appreciated. Signs of Spring class in March lets Museum on Main Ed Kinney Lecture advance/$25 at the door (over 21 Requiem for a Heavyweight, Role children discover how plants bloom, series, Join Titanic Expert Richard only). Dance to the music of the "Best of the Best" gala. Players Ensemble, April 26 - May AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS insects hatch, reptiles move, birds Shaw for stories of day-to-day 1950's performed live by The Cool This year, the auction is 18, 2013: Village Theatre, 233 Children’s Choir Auditions. Galina’s migrate and mammals get ready for activities on the Titanic as well as Tones, enjoy fun games and prizes going on-line. Front St., Danville. $20-$28: www. Music Studio is currently holding babies as California wakens from the the famous and not-so-famous tales No-host bar and snacks. Benefit for The on-line will al- villagetheatreshows.com, or 925- open auditions for its youth choir winter. The Water Explorations class of passengers and crew. Firehouse the Museum on Main in Pleasanton. low the auction to go 314-3400; or the Community Center, ages Friday, March 22nd, 6-7 p.m. in April lets young children have fun Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Tickets at 462-2766 or the Museum, world wide. Bidding 420 Front St. at Galina’s Music Studio located at discovering the mysteries of water Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org. 603 Main St., Pleasanton. and water mixtures, and get a little will be open from 8 a.m. 2222 Second St., Suite 2, Livermore. 18th annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Livermore Amador Valley Gar- MOVIES Please submit an audition informa- wet in the process. Classes are 10- hosted by Assistance League® of den Club annual Plant Sale on on April 8 to 11 p.m. on Free Classic Film Series, Pleasanton tion form online at www.galinas- 11 AM for age 2.5-5 with an adult, Amador Valley, will be held on April Saturday, April 27, 9am to 1pm at April 18. The cost of Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Av- musicstudio.com. For more informa- and 3-4:30 PM for age 4-6 (and 13 from 12 – 4 at the Castlewood the parking lot of Amador Valley items ranges from a few enue, 1st Thursday of the month, 7 tion go to www.galinasmusicstudio. teacher's helpers age 9-14). Register Country Club in Pleasanton. The High School, 1155 Santa Rita Road, dollars and more. The p.m. through June 6, 2013. The pro- com or call (925) 960-1194. online at www.wildlife-museum.org event includes charming tea tables Pleasanton. All plants are grown by include such things as gram is hosted by Candy Klaschus, Auditions - Oliver, Tri-Valley Repertory Political Issues Book Club meets decorated by the members, delicious members of the garden club and are th tickets to Giants and A's a film historian who coordinates the Theatre. Vocal auditions April 8 and the 4 Tuesday of each month, food, raffle prizes, lucky teacups, a sold for low, low, prices. There will 9, kids 13 and under 7 to 8 p.m., games, performances Humanities program at Las Positas and reads books about issues and hat contest and silent auction. Penny be an assortment of annuals, peren- College. The programs are free and adults 8 p.m.; dance auditions trends that are driving current affairs Warner will be the guest speaker. nials, roses, succulents, vegetables at the Firehouse Arts all are welcome to attend. Penny April 11, kids at 7 p.m., adults 8 in both the national and interna- She is an award-winning author, and garden related items. Garden Center and Bankhead Johnson at 925/931-3405. p.m. Callbacks April 13 at 11 a.m. tional arenas. Topics that have been family life columnist and child de- club members will provide expert Theater, and a get-away First Friday Foreign Film Series, April Open auditions. No appointments. covered include politics, governance, velopment educator. The tickets are advice. For more information call to Carmel. 5, 7 p.m. featuring "Biutiful." Front Please prepare 32 bars up-tempo economics, military affairs, history, $50 and must be reserved by March Bev at 925 485 7812. Bidders can preview Row Theater. Rated R; 147 minutes; Broadway. Please bring sheet music sociology, science, the climate, and 29. Proceeds from this event provide items now before bid- 2010. Love story between a father in your key. No transposing, no a and his children. $9. 17011 Bollinger cappella. 1020 Serpentine Lane ding at www.bidding- Canyon Rd, San Ramon; located Suite 101 in Pleasanton. www.trival- forgood.com/lpcfoun- inside the Dougherty Station Com- leyrep.org/auditions.php dation. munity Center. www.ci.san-ramon. Funds are used for ca.us CHORAL everything from schol- Valley Concert Chorale, Songs of arships to supporting DANCE Serenity: Featuring the music of two Las Vegas Contemporary dance of the choral world’s most creative the Textbook Loan Pro- theatre, April 13, 8 p.m. Dougherty contemporary composers, Las Posi- gram to funding grants Valley Performing Arts Center, Albion tas College Chamber Choir will join to students, staff and Rd., San Ramon; sanramonperform- the Chorale in performing Durufle’s faculty. For more in- ingarts.com. 973-3343. beautiful Requiem, and Lauridsen’s formation about the Le Tableau Magnifique, premier ballet moving Lux Aeterna. Sat., April 13, foundation, go to www. company for Livermore School of 7:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, lpcfoundation.org Dance, will perform “Vintage Tales, 4th & L Streets, Livermore. Tickets Modern Tributes” at the Bankhead are $20 advance, $25 at the door. Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, on High school and college students

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(Organizations wishing to run notices .am. RSVP by April 5 to Ruby, 426-9636. in Bulletin Board, send information to PO New Mexican Train group event, April 11, 1 Philip Massoud Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care p.m., RSVP by April 5 to Genene, 443-0515. of Bulletin Board or email information to General meeting, birthday lunch in Livermore, [email protected]. Include name of April 13, noon, RSVP by April 7 to Enez, organization, meeting date, time, place and 455-4271. Happy hour in Pleasanton, April Philip Massoud Earns theme or subject. Phone number and contact 18, 5 p.m. RSVP by April 16 to Marge, person should also be included. Deadline is 828-5124. Friendly bridge in Pleasanton, Eagle Scout Honors 5 p.m. Friday.) April 20, 1 p.m. RSVP by April 13 to Ruby, American Cancer Society Discover 606-1757. Lunch in San Ramon, April 24, August 21, 2012 marked vice project. Philip’s chose Shop is requesting donations of jewelry for 11:30 a.m. RSVP by April 21 to Marsha, 830- th its signature jewelry event, "Time for Jewels." 8483. Champagne brunch in Pleasanton, the 100 anniversary to as his Eagle project to con- The event will be on Fri., April 19 and Sat., April 28, 11 .m. RSVP by April 20 to Jill at the day of the first Eagle struct a 6 foot diameter Fire April 20. Donations may be left Monday 510-881-4788. through Friday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring Scout Ranking awarded in Ring at Robertson Park. The Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and Club, March 23, 46-74 miles, Cinderella America. Philip Massoud project emerged from an on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. The Discover conditioning ride, meet 9 a.m. at Dublin was one of the few Scouts identified need - American Shop is located in Mission Plaza at 1987 High School, Karin Ball, 404-406-2286. Santa Rita Road in Pleasanton; information Sat., March 23, 80 miles over the Altamont who attained his Rank on Flags, which are no longer 462-7374. through Mountain House towards Stockton, that day at a special Board fit to be flown and need to Plants and Bicycle Wheels, Celebrate meet 9 a.m. at old PW Market, Rob Delfosse, the importance of plants on our planet and [email protected]. Sun., March 24, 32 of Review held at the San be retired. Multiple places their influence on nutrition, life-styles and miles moderate paced ride form Central Park Leandro Boy Scout Head- in town collect old flags sustainability. Local Livermore artists and to Livermore, meet 9:30 a.m., Gail Blanco, quarters. such as City Hall as well children will celebrate the impact of plants [email protected]. Wed., March 27, by decorating bicycle wheels with creative 35-55 miles, meet 9 a.m. at Heather Farms, Philip was a Cub Scout numerous fire stations. Only plant themes. On May 18th the wheels will Richard Skow, 939-6064. Anyone planning to with Pack 903, which meets the U.S. Military and the be displayed by participating businesses in go on a ride is asked to contact the leader for downtown Livermore along the path of the details on where to meet and what to bring. at St. Michaels School be- Boy Scouts of America are Amgen Tour of California. Those interested ClutterLess, Tina Razzell will speak fore bridging over to Troop officially able to retire the in decorating a wheel with a plant theme, about "Why we are emotionally attached to 939, which meets at the Star Spangled Banner. The can email [email protected] by April stuff," at a special open ClutterLess meeting 15th for more information. Photographs on Monday, April 8. ClutterLess (CL) is a non First Presbyterian Church Boy Scouts usually do it of selected artwork will be posted on the profit, Self Help Group for people who want in Livermore. at some of their camp outs. international Fascination of Plants Day to change their own Cluttering behavior. Tina website (http://www.plantday12.eu/news. Razzell is the author of a book for Kindle and Philip’s Trail to Eagle Since there is no dedicated htm#01-13). for Nooks by the same name. CL usually has exposed him to numer- site in town, literally hun- Pleasantonians for Peace, candlelight meets every Monday, Rm 7 at 7 pm at the ous experiences that have dreds of flags are awaiting vigil 7 p.m. Wed., April 10 in front of the Mu- St. Mary & St. John Coptic Orthodox Church, seum on Main, 603 Main Street, downtown 4300 Mirador, Pleasanton. We welcome contributed to his growth retirement. Philip’s hopes Pleasanton. Participants will reflect on the prospective members. (No Meeting on as a Scout and a person. are that a Fire Ring located human and monetary costs of the war, honor Memorial Day May 27.) Meetings are free. veterans who have sacrificed, and visualize An optional donation of $2 to $5 will be In addition to obtaining locally could serve not only ways of moving beyond this conflict to a appreciated. If you were not there April 1, numerous Merit Badges, as a safe location for Scout more peaceful world. Peaceful War Protest please RSVP: Volunteer 925-525-3992, or he has been on many hikes, Troops to use for their Flag on the fourth Wednesday of the month, April [email protected]. by Scouts from his Troop as American Flag. 24, between 5 - 6 at the corners of First and Become a volunteer literacy tutor for canoe trips, bike tours, ski Retirement Ceremonies as Neal Streets. Call Cathe Norman at (925) the Livermore Public Library and make a real trips, snow camping, and well as other Scout functions well as other Troops, fam- LARPD, which operates 462-7495; Matt Sullivan at mjs7882@ difference in someone’s life!. Over 65 adults ily, friends, LARPD Board the facility, has incorporated gmail.com; or [email protected]. www. are waiting for help. A free tutor training back country adventures. He but that other community Pleasantonians4Peace.org workshop will be held at the Livermore spent two weeks at Philmont groups in general could use President Beth Wilson and it as a part of its Robertson Ohlone Audubon will meet on April 2, Library on Saturday, April 20th, from 9 a.m.- Scout Ranch in New Mex- the facility for a variety of Livermore Mayor John Park services offered to the 2013 at 7:30 pm at the Pleasanton Middle 2:30 p.m. Once you are trained, you can Marchand. Thereafter the public. The location of the School Library, 5001 Case Ave 94566. Bob tutor any day or any time. To register, or for ico, two weeks exploring functions and gatherings. Lewis will present a program on his trip to more information, call 373-5507. Yosemite, as well as many On November 4, 2012 Fire Ring was inaugurated Fire Ring provides a covered South Georgia Island. His talk will introduce Docents Needed: anyone interested in by conducting an official concrete floor with lighting you to a variety of Antarctic species. No Livermore history and/or likes working with other great California site. Philip held his Eagle Scout admission charge and refreshment served. children (mostly 3rd graders). New Livermore To attain the Eagle Rank, Court of Honor at the site of Flag Retirement Ceremony. and is open to the commu- For more information call 925-447-8843 or HistoryMobile needs volunteers to staff it.. the Scout must demonstrate the Fire Ring, where he was All Scouts in attendance nity for most any function. go to web site www.ohloneaudubon.org Various locations such as Farmer’s Market, were given the opportunity Arrangements for use need 15th Annual Artists' Flea Market, Ravenswood or special events. Time commit- leadership in the form of an officially recognized as an Saturday, April 27, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., DeLucchi ment could be as little as a few days a year. approved community ser- Eagle Scout. It was attended to participate in retiring an to be made through LARPD. Park, Pleasanton (next to the Farmers' Please call if interested: Nancy Mulligan, Market). A great place to buy paints, frames, 925-443-3076 or E-mail n.mulligan@ canvas, art books, bargain art, pottery comcast.net. seconds, and inexpensive supplies for kids. Explore Craniosacral Therapy With Want booth space so you can clean out your Kate Mackinnon, PT, CST-D April 16, 2013 The Valley Valley Humane Society building in Pleasanton hobby room or studio? A 10’ x 10’ space 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM. Craniosacral Therapy costs $25. For more information, call Gail at (CST) incorporates a gentle, hands-on has a new mural on display to brighten up one of its 925-846-8960. Sponsored by Pleasanton approach of evaluating the source of the animal visitor rooms. The scene of Danville was created Art League. problem & enhancing the body’s own healing Tri-Valley Republican Women Feder- ability. Kate Mackinnon is local author of and painted by Megan Parks-Haller, the Vice President ated will feature Sharron Angle as guest From My Hands and Heart: Achieving Health and Newsletter Editor of the Alamo Danville Artists’ speaker. Author of the book, "Right Angle" and Balance with Craniosacral Therapy. and political activist for Main Street America, Presentation held at Bombay Nick's Chai Society. This is the third of five murals that have been Sharron gained national attention when she Bar, 4010 East Ave, Livermore. Entry is $10/ completed as part of the Girl Scout Gold Award project challenged Harry Reid for his seat in the person payable at door and includes one cup United States Senate in 2010. Sharron is a of tea. Attendance limited to the first 30 by Carly Krakauer. Carly is a member of the local strong advocate for constitutional principles respondents. Confirm attendance at www. Crossroads Girl Scout Service Unit. Artists Kathleen Hill, and truth in media. The event is scheduled meetup.com/Holistically-Healthy-Wealthy- for Thursday, April 11, 6:30 p.m., at Cattle- Wise/ or email info@healingbodybalance. Debbie Wardrope, and Yang Liu are also donating hours men's Restaurant, 2882 Kitty Hawk Road, com for further information. Livermore. Members $26, guests $30. For RV drivers Needed: People who can of their time and talent to provide colorful murals for reservations contact Devy Torrence, dean- drive a 31 ft. RV and park it at schools or VHS. Standing in front of the recently completed Danville [email protected] or 925-234-2209. other locations in the city. Those interested Widowed Men and Women of Northern in Livermore history and would like to give mural at VHS are artist Megan Parks-Haller (right) and CA., Lunch at Star Anise, movie optional, a presentation at the location or help the Girl Scout and project co-ordinator Carly Krakauer. April 3, 1 p.m., RSVP by March 31 to Nancy docent who is doing the presentation, that 606-6261. 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in that aspect, drivers are still needed. The request form online at www.GalinasMusic- contact Orinda Weiss at (925) 606-7598 or in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore to Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 10:30 am. Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer driver would not have to stay the entire time. Studio.com or call us at (925) 960-1194. [email protected]. provide information and referrals and provide Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for minister. All welcome! www.lynnewood.org, Arrangements would be made to return the Ukuleles available for purchase. Small $5 fee SAT Prep Classes in Livermore - LARPD community education at senior centers and all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., 925 846-0221. driver to his or her home after the drop-off. to cover costs. is offering classes in Strategic SAT Prep affordable housing complexes to residents Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible St. Michael’s Centennial celebration, Please call if interested: Nancy Mulligan, 2013 Summer Youth Volunteer Pro- (Saturdays 4/6 - 4/27/13 - 9 am - noon), of Southern Alameda County. The Tri-Valley study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory mass and dinner, April 27, at St. Michael 925-443-3076 or [email protected]. gram, June 20-July 4, 2013, Sichuan, China. "Spring Break SAT Prep" (Tues. - Fri. 4/2 office is located at 3311 Pacific Avenue, prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call Church. Mass at 3 p.m. followed by a Film, Saturday, April 6th, at 7 p.m., This two weeks volunteer program will help -4/5 - 9 - noon), and Last Minute SAT Prep Livermore 94550 and can be reached by office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. celebration dinner with two seatings: 5 p.m. “Richard Dawkins Presents: The Genius of autism kids and teach English for the local (4/15/13 - 5:30 - 9 pm or 4/20/13 - 1:30 - 5 phone at (925) 371-1531, by FAX at (925) Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. Sun- and 6 p.m. Tickets for dinner are available in Charles Darwin,” at the IBEW Hall; 6250 under-privileged children. The volunteers pm). Classes will be held at Robert Livermore 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril.tamayo@ day worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. the rectory and at the school. For additional Village Parkway, Dublin, CA. This 115 minute will help in developing the local community Community Center 4444 East Avenue, cril-online.org. All services are free. Sunday school or Bible study for all ages information, please email Jacki Tyler jtyler@ film series showcases Charles Darwin’s websites with English translation. The web Livermore. Register at 925 373-5700, or go at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at 3:30 p.m. csdo.org from St. Michael's School or Sister insights into how life evolved and how this development training will be provided by the to susanprep.com for additional information. RELIGION Wednesday nights there is adult Bible study Emmanuel [email protected]. theory continues to be a subject of debate, largest Chinese software provider, Neusoft. Foothill High School’s Academic & First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for youth, and Tri-Valley Cultural Jews' annual even as every detail of the fossil record Contact info Cindy 925 -523 -3098; Judy 925 Activities Booster Club (AABC) is offering 6 Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative children's choir for kids. Child care during all community seder will be held on Saturday, provides increasing evidence for Darwin’s -478 -3970; Email: [email protected] scholarships of $500 each to the graduating Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional events. 447-1848, www.trinitylivermore.org. March 30 at 5 pm at the Bothwell Arts ideas. This series considers the moral ,web: www.chinawayusa.com seniors. Applicants must attend a higher Service in the Sanctuary and children’s St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas Center in Livermore. The hour-long English questions, arguing that selfless behavior 50 Shades of Red, casino and auction education college/university. Three of these program. For more information www.fpcl.us Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following haggadah is secular and progressive, and and altruism are an essential strategy for evening benefit the Livermore and Granada scholarships are on academic basis and or 925-447-2078. the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 includes music, along with ritual elements human survival & part of evolution itself. High School Safe & Sober Grad Night. April other three are based on need. Application Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire La with Humanistic explanations. The ceremony This non-partisan, public event is free ($3.00 12, 7 to 11 p.m. Robert Livermore Com- forms are available with Mrs. Bing at the St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at Scola at 447-9800. is followed by a non-kosher-for-Passover donations accepted), wheelchair accessible, munity Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. Counseling Desk at Foothill HS. Awards will 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages Centerpointe Church will celebrate potluck dinner. To make a reservation and with comfortable room temperatures. Meet Evening includes light appetizers, raffle be based on effort, activities and interests at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Holy Week with three special services at its claim a potluck assignment, please call 510- & Greet potluck starts at 6:30 PM, while a prizes, starter chips for gaming, dancing, both in and out of school. Consideration will worship service. AWANA children's program worship center, 3410 Cornerstone Court, 888-1404. Canned and boxed food for the short discussion follows the film. For more silent and live auctions. $45 in advance, $50 be given to students who have demonstrated Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. Pleasanton. Maundy Thursday services food bank will be collected at the event. Free information, call 925-462-3459. at the door. www.lhsgradnight.org or www. academic improvement during the past four Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. are at 7 p.m. March 28. This is a service to members and children. A $10 donation is Dress a Girl Around the World, granadagradnight.com. years. The last date of application is Friday, Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco designed for the entire family. A daily requested from non-member adults (13 and meetings once a month, next Sew-Fest is Scholarship, Chapter FX, of the P.E.O. April 19, 2013. Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. mediation and communion will take place at over) to help defray costs of rent and ritual Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Sisterhood (a philanthropic and educational 18th annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.net. 9 a.m. March 25-March 29. Easter Sunday foods. 925-485-1049, http://trivalleycultur- Michael’s Hall, Livermore. Help is needed organization promoting women’s education) hosted by Assistance League® of Amador Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada celebrations will be at 9 a.m. and 10:40 a.m. aljews.wordpress.com sewing, ironing, cutting. (Those planning to announces that applications are available for Valley, will be held on April 13 from 12 – 4 at Court, Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. The services will be identical. For informa- Unity of Tri-Valley Church, Sunday stay all day should bring a bag lunch.) There their annual $1500 Marcia M. Howie Memo- the Castlewood Country Club in Pleasanton. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with tion, please call (925) 846-4436 or see www. services are at 10:00 a.m.; all are welcome. is a lot of fabric and pillowcases, so there rial Scholarship. The award is open to any The event includes charming tea tables the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- centerpointechurch.org. Ongoing small groups, weekly activities, are many kits ready to sew. Those who can’t female who is a graduating senior intending decorated by the members, delicious food, tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 choir, classes, and Children's church. 9875 make the Sew-Fest but would like to sew, to further her education by attending an raffle prizes, lucky teacups, a hat contest Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley (2 miles please arrange for kits that can be sews at accredited college, business school, cosme- and silent auction. Penny Warner will be EastBaySecularJews.org. at 10 a.m. For details please see www. west of Stoneridge Mall). (925) 829-2733, home. Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352- tology or nursing course. Applicants must be the guest speaker. She is an award-winning First Church of Christ, Scientist, stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at www.trivalleyunity.com Rev. Karen Epps. 8447 or [email protected] residents of Livermore. When awarding these author, family life columnist and child Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. (831) 278-1916. Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 Tri-Valley Democratic Club, meeting 7 scholarships, financial need is considered, development educator. The tickets are $50 Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don p.m. Mon., April 22. IBEW 595 Hall, 6250 Vil- as well as scholastic achievement and and must be reserved by March 29. Proceeds held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday lage Parkway, Dublin. California Democratic extracurricular activities. Letters of recom- from this event provide school clothes and and reading room are located at Third and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Children’s 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 Party Convention Decompression. Those mendation and official transcripts must be shoes to children in need. For information, N Streets. The Reading Room, which is Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 a.m. All a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday Wor- attending the convention will share the attached to the application. Applications may call Annette at (925) 462-5275, or go to open to the public, features books, CDs and are most welcome to come and worship ship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary aged experience. Refreshments. Public invited. be obtained from high school scholarship www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org. magazines for sale. For information, call with us and to enjoy our hospitality. For children go to Kid’s Church following worship, Special Spring Book Sale, new offer- advisors, by email request to bingyoung@ Daughters of the American Revolution (925) 447-2946. more information call the church office nursery available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back ings, large selection. Sat., April 6, noon to 4 comcast.net or by sending a stamped, self (DAR), Josefa Higuera Livermore Chapter, Sunset Community Church, 2200 Arroyo 925-462-4802. to the Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. Livermore Civic Center Library, com- addressed envelope to: Chapter FX, P.E.O., meets 9:30 a.m. first Saturday of the month Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; munity rooms A & B, 1188 S. Livermore Ave. 1961 Evans Street, Livermore, CA 94550. If from September to May at Asbury United 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children's church 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Sunday services 925-449-4848. Sale open to Friends of the Livermore Library there are any questions, please call (925) Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave., Liver- provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday with Rev. Joyce Parry Moore, Rector: 8:00 am Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remem- 10 a.m. to noon. Memberships available at 366-5567. Applications must be postmarked more. DAR is a women's service organization. of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night Contemplative Eucharist with Taize music; brance Day, Sun., April 7, 6 to 7 p.m. the door. no later than April 12, 2013. Members are descended from a patriot of the program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, 10:20 am Godly Play for children; 10:30 am Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Spring Boutique, Our Savior Lutheran Scholarships, Tri-Valley Republican American Revolution and are dedicated to call 447-6282. Sung Eucharist with choir (child care avail- Court, Pleasanton. Community is invited to Ministries will be hosting a Spring Boutique Women Federated presents its sixth annual patriotism, preservation of American history, Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday able). Youth Group meets Sundays from 4 to attend. on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. college scholarship program. The 2013 and securing America's future through Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- 5:30 pm in the Parish Hall for “Rite 13” and Grief Workshops, eight-week series of The event will take place in the gymnasium awards are directed toward all eligible high education. Contact Pat at 447-8254 for more more. Information, 447-8840. Journey to Adulthood” programs. www.saint- workshops. St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 at Our Savior, 1385 S. Livermore Avenue in school seniors throughout the Tri-Valley information. Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 bartslivermore.com for more information. Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Eight Thursday Livermore. Come and browse through jewelry, who will be attending two or four year NAMI (National Alliance on Mental S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 East evenings at 7:30 p.m. April 11th Through knitted items, jams and jellies, photo cards, academic colleges in September, 2013. Three Illness), Tri-Valley Parent Resource and worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. adult Bible Avenue, Livermore, worship service 10:30 May 30th. Pre-registration is requested. home décor, and more. For more information, nonpartisan scholarships shall be awarded Support Group is a twice-a-month parent study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship (infor- to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are welcome. Space is limited. A one-time $15.00 donation contact Nora Zinnel at [email protected]. -one for $1,000 and two at $500. To qualify, support group for parents with children to mal). For information, call 925-447-1246. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) is requested. These sessions are open to Free Parent Education Event: Helping students shall submit an original essay of age 18 diagnosed with or suspected of hav- Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 Little Brown Church, United Church all, regardless of religious affiliation. Please Families Balance Academic, Social and not less than 500 words on the following ing bipolar or other mood disorders. It meets East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Sunday of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 call Mary Hagerty at 925-846-5377 for more Sport Pressures. The Amador Valley High theme: Why Do People From Other Countries First and third Tuesdays of each month worship. Information 447-1950. a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. information." School (AVHS) PTSA Wellness Committee and Want To Come to The United States? Essays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at Pathways To Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday Ser- littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church AVHS Challenge Success will host speakers judged on completeness and development of Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge Dr., Suite #114, vices 10:30 a.m. 545 No. L Street Livermore. Pathway Community Church, 6533 (1928 Book of Common Prayer), 193 “Helping Families Balance Academic, Social thought/argument, utilization of supporting Pleasanton. The group is drop-in, no reg- (925) 447-4357 - www.calvarylivermore.org. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Contractors Avenue, Livermore. Easter and Sports Pressures." The presentations documentation, and accuracy of spelling, istration required and is free. Suzi Glorioso St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, Sunday service 9:00 AM. Sunday services: will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tues., April 16 at the grammar, and punctuation. Submit essays in by phone: (925) 443-1797 or by e-mail: North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services on adult programs. Biblically based practical 8:45a (Low Mass) and 10a (High Mass high school library. The speakers will include Microsoft Word format to mrs.w@comcast. [email protected] Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult Sunday messages, nondenominational. All are with Sunday School). Other Holy Days as a local pediatrician, family therapist, youth net during the week of April 15-19th, or Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday school welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. announced. For information, call msg. center sports coach, high school counselor, and mailed no later than April 19th to Tri-Valley Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military sup- at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday at 7 org (925) 829-4793. at 925/906-9561. college counselor. The panel is designed to Republican Women Federated, 6 La Sonoma port organization based in Livermore. S.A.M. p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 St. Augustine Catholic Church, Good help parents reach that balance between Drive, Alamo, CA 94507. Include home tele- has been in operation since January 2004. 449-3824. S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. worship Friday, noon Stations of the Cross, 4:30 p.m. the gentle push, student sometimes need to phone number and name of school attending It is dedicated to the continued support of United Christian Church, celebrating service. Bible Study/Sunday School 10:20. cross walk start; Holy Saturday, 8:30 a.m. succeed and the demanding shove that leads or type of schooling being received. Winners deployed troops. Preparation of comfort 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. Bible Basics Class, which explores the main morning prayer. Easter Sunday, Mass at 8, to too much pressure and stress. For ques- will be decided by May 10, 2013. packages takes place every other week - all at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday teachings of the Bible, meets at 7:00 Sunday 100 a.m. and noon; 10:15 a.m. in the Grotto. tions, contact Alex Riley at maariley@gmail. Garage sale, Tri-Valley Church of Christ, year long. Providing morale support for morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program night. Call 371-6200 or email pmjrmueller@ 3999 Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. com. Sponsored by the AVHS PTSA Wellness Livermore, (4481 East Ave.) is hosting a those deployed. All information provided is on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The gmail.com for more info. St. Elizabeth Seton Church, Good Friday, Committee and AVHS Challenge Success community garage sale on Saturday, April confidential and is not shared for security community is welcome. United CC is an Open Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 East 8 a.m. Liturgy of the Lord's Passion and Livermore Library Board of Trustees, 13th to raise money for a youth mission trip purposes. To submit a name and address, and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 for Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www.trival- Communion. Holy Saturday, 8 p.m. Easter meets 7 p.m. Thurs., March 28 at the Civic to Guatemala this summer. For only $30, inquire about donations or helping, please more information. leychurch.org. Update on classes for The Vigil. Easter Sunday children's Mass 9 a.m., Center Library, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. An community members are invited to rent a 10' visit www.operationsam.org, email operation- Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- Story 9 to 10:00 a.m.. Worship Service 10:15 11 a.m., and youth mass at 1 p.m. 4011 agenda will be posted at the library 72 hours x 18' space in the parking lot to sell items [email protected] or call 925 443-7620 for non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday to 11:30 a.m. Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. prior to the meeting. or represent/advertise an organization. The more information and the calendar of events. school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 Lynnewood United Methodist Church, Easter Sunrise Service, Sunday, March Ukulele Circle. A new Ukulele Circle is garage sale starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 3 Community Resources for Independent a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Maundy Thurs- 31, 6:15 a.m. Shadow Cliffs Park, Stanley being formed here in Livermore. All ages p.m. There will be vendors, music, hot dogs Living (CRIL) offers services to help people Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 day Taize Service Mar. 28, 7:30 pm, with Blvd., Pleasanton. Gates open at 5:45 a.m. are welcome. Beginners are welcome. First and sodas, and all proceeds go toward send- with disabilities and supports them to Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, children's activity; Good Friday Service with Dr. Jim Meek will portray Thomas, "Proof for meeting Saturday, March 30, 12-1 p.m. at ing students to San Cristobal, Guatemala, to live independently and participate in their services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 choir Mar. 29, 7:30 pm; Easter Celebrations Skeptics." Galina’s Music Studio located at 2222 Sec- help the poor and needy. Anyone interested community for as long as they are willing a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Mar. 31, 9:00 and 10:30 am with childcare ond St., Suite 2, Livermore. Please submit a in renting a space (first come, first served), and able to do so. CRIL maintains offices org/ All are welcome. at both services and children's activity at 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 2013

Foothill Squads Bring Home National Cheer Championships

For the second year in a as the competition opened set to music for up to 2.5 row, Foothill High School’s on Friday. The intermedi- minutes. Points are awarded competition cheer squads ate group stunt team gave for choreography, execution, returned from Southern Cal- a near-perfect performance difficulty and showmanship. ifornia with three national in preliminaries, landing Regional and state competi- championship titles won at them at the top in a field tions are scored based on the United Spirit Associa- of six teams advancing to a single performance. The tion's (USA) High School finals. A second flawless format for nationals is best Spirit Nationals competi- performance extended the of two performances with tion held March 15-17 at lead and secured the national 30 percent of the points weighted on the preliminary the Anaheim Convention title. The advanced group performance and 70 percent Center. stunt team also gave an on the final performance. “We set our goal to win outstanding performance in “We couldn’t have done back-to-back champion- preliminaries, but narrowly this without our alternates,” ships 10 months ago,” said missed advancing to finals said coach Maurice. “Inju- coach Kim DeJoy. “Nation- in an tough field of nearly ries took a toll this year, and als is the place where prepa- 50 talented teams. In group we’re grateful to Stephanie, ration meets opportunity. stunt, each team of five Katie, Haley and especially Each team gets one shot performs as many flawless Jordan for stepping in on and two and a half minutes and interesting stunts as short notice and doing dou- on the floor to prove they’re possible in 60 seconds in ble duty at five regionals number one.” a routine choreographed to so the teams wouldn’t lose The teams qualified to music. Points are awarded momentum.” Varsity show compete at nationals during for choreography, execution Cheer squads pose with the trophy. cheer includes Amanda Ar- regional competitions held and showmanship. nold, Zoe Cristobal, Sarina earlier in the season. The “The intermediate group novice division preliminar- Emma Loll, Maddy Maas, to an injury. The competition DeJoy, Bailey Downum, competitive cheer season stunt team had competed ies, securing the top spot Sara Moore, Brie Morrissey, was fierce, but my Foothill Michelle French, Camille lasts a grueling 10 months, all together only one time to advance to finals. The Erin Page, Jordan Robinson girls were on fire for finals. Hamlin, 'Alakoka Kailahi, Keri Kodama (captain), starting in May and continu- before Nationals due to an preliminary field included (co-captain), Taylor Sanchez They pushed through all the ing through nationals in injury,” said coach DeJoy. Amber Marquez, Emily 17 teams with the top six (co-captain), Anika Simons, pain and injuries and gave it Palange, Gabriella Scalise March. The Falcons trav- “But then at Nationals, they advancing to finals. The Sabrina Stermer, Stephanie everything they had. That’s and Natalie Wright. eled more than 4,300 miles gave two flawless perfor- team once again performed Tasto and Noelle Viscaina. just what champions do.” To learn more about the this year to compete suc- mances to win and then flawlessly on Saturday eve- Varsity Show Cheer Show cheer includes team’s season go to www. cessfully at six regional/ followed it up with a terrific ning at finals, bringing home Foothill's varsity team com- spirit squads of six to 36 athletes performing dance, facebook.com/FHSFalcon- state competitions where exhibition performance dur- the first-place trophy and peted Saturday morning in Cheer. they honed their skills and ing finals on Sunday.” First national championship title. the small varsity show cheer cheer, tumbling and stunts collected an impressive ar- place and the national cham- “What makes this win division preliminaries, ad- ray of awards on the road to pionship went to Foothill’s even more special is Na- vancing to finals in the No. nationals. undefeated intermediate tionals was the first time 2 spot, but close on the heels This was the first back- group stunt team – Amanda the JV squad competed all of their competitor. The to-back USA Nationals win Arnold, Sarina DeJoy, 'Ala- together,” said coach Karen preliminary field included for Foothill and it was made koka Kailahi, Emily Palange Maurice. “We lost count of 14 teams with the top five Jacob Thomas Siewert of Livermore was named to the Dean's more impressive with the and Anika Simons. The team the injuries and illnesses advancing to finals. The List for the fall 2012 semester at Washington University in St. acquisition of three cham- is coached by Kim DeJoy. this season, and even though feisty Falcon team gave a Louis. Siewert is enrolled in the university's John M. Olin School pionship titles each year. Advanced group stunt this was a young team, the near-perfect performance of Business. To qualify for the Dean's List in the Olin Business For Foothill’s group stunt includes – Zoe Cristobal, girls rallied back and came Sunday at finals to triumph School, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.6 team, it was also the first Bailey Downum, Michelle together when it counted,” over the competition and or above and be enrolled in at least 14 graded units. time any school had won French, Gabbie Scalise and said coach Megan Moore. earn the first-place trophy Several local residents made the academic Deans' List at Azusa back-to-back titles in USA’s Natalie Wright. The team is JV show cheer includes and another national cham- Pacific University. These students are honored for a fall 2012 grade- group stunt intermediate coached by Megan Moore. Cassidee Banks, Kailyn pionship title. “It was a point average of 3.5 or better. They are joined by 1,698 students division. Group Stunt Junior Varsity Show Cheer Coleman, Mackenzie Cur- nail-biter,” said coach De- receiving the same honor. Livermore residents on the list are Joel Foothill's two group stunt Foothill's junior varsity team ran, Mitsu Dill, Shauna Joy. “This team had only A. Jaeger, music and worship major; Chelsea Marriott, history teams were among nearly competed Friday evening Dunlap, Jenna Edsen, Kari- performed all together one major; Garrett J. Steward, marketing major; and Caitlyn V. Tyler, 75 stunt teams to perform in the large JV show cheer na Galvez, Morgan Greenup time before Nationals due liberal studies major.