VOLUME L, NUMBER 26 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 Pleasanton Approves Budget, Along with Teachers Contract Pleasanton Unified ed include PE specialists the Local Control Funding is ahead $923,000 for the major change is a 1 percent School District trustees at the elementary schools, Formula (LCFF). coming year. off-schedule bonus to award approved a $115 million counselors at all levels, and This year, the district was Related to the budget teachers who do a good job. budget that restores some principals at elementary and given a choice between fi- was the board's unanimous The bonus is not part of the positions and calls for no middle schools. nancing the coming year un- approval of a new contract step pay schedule. Find Out What's reductions in staff. With legislation in Sac- der the state's current financ- with the teachers union, A separate action at the The unanimous vote at ramento still being passed ing model for schools, or by which goes into effect July meeting, which also in- Happening the board's meeting on June to flesh out Gov. Jerry using the LCFF, said deputy 1, and runs for three years. cluded budget implications, Check Out Section A 18 enacts a document that Brown's budget, the hope superintendent of business Tweaks were made to was a one-year extension of Section A is filled with restores $2.9 million worth in the district is that there services Luz Cázares. some of its elements, such as contracts for superintendent information about arts, of programs and services on will be enough funding for Cázares said the district $250 more paid to teachers Parvin Ahmadi, Cázares, people, entertainment and a one-time basis. the 2014-15 school year, chose the old formula. Be- earning a master's degree and assistant superinten- special events. There are The positions to be fund- when all districts must use cause of that, the district or doctorate. However, the education stories, a variety (See SCHOOLS, page 4) of features, and the arts and entertainment and bulletin board. Council Zone 7 Looks Settles At Potential for Deal Points Trails in East Pleasanton on Dublin By Ron McNicoll Two of Zone 7 Water Crossing Agency's three lakes located The Dublin City Council within the East Pleasanton unanimously approved deal Specific Plan (EPSP) may points as part of the approv- offer some opportunity for al process for the creation of future passive and active Dublin Crossing. recreational uses. The council met June 18. Zone 7 directors heard a The development located on report at their meeting June 185 acres on part of Camp 19 about what the contribu- Parks is expected to include tions could be. Several direc- at least 1600 units. That tors also made it clear that number could be revised while it's good to support upward to more than 1995 recreational uses, the Zone 7 units, if the developer de- mission is dedicated to stor- cides to do so. ing water first. Recreational The development is part uses should not interfere Photo - Doug Jorgensen of a deal in which SunCal with that. Livermore Mayor John Marchand unveils flag that will fly over City Hall and the Lab on Livermorium Day. will be building facilities Zone 7 staff set up a for the Army at Camp Parks. report card grading four The facilities would be fi- categories of use for the nanced using funds realized three lake: Lake I, Lake H, Livermorium Plaza Dedicated in developing Dublin Cross- and Cope Lake. Zone 7 owns Rain didn't dampen the 114 and 116, now listed on cities in the world are listed it is not a heavy lift once they ing. Construction already Lake I and Cope Lake, and is enthusiasm of the crowd the periodic chart. on the periodic chart. see the life-style, the rolling has begun on a new front due to take over Lake H next gathered at the dedication On May 30, 2012, the Marchand declared May hills, and get to know the gateway to Camp Parks at year. The lakes are former ceremony for Livermorium International Union of Pure 30 as Livermorium Day in people. Dublin Boulevard. gravel quarries. Plaza at Mill Square Park. and Applied Chemistry ad- the city. A flag with the sym- Albright also spoke at The council has wel- Zone 7 has been attend- The address of the park opted the names Flerovium, bol for Livermorium will fly the city council meeting in comed Dublin Crossing ing meetings of the EPSP, is 116 South Livermore 114, and Livermorium, 116, over city hall and at the Lab the evening. The meeting because it links East Dublin because the agency owns Avenue. in recognition of the interna- on that day each year. was held in the Bankhead to the remainder of the city. about 700 acres of the 1100- Livermore Mayor John tional effort. Lab Director Parney Al- Theater. He stated, "It's not Staff has been negotiating acre study area. Marchand was joined for the Marchand declared, "I'm bright stated that experi- every day a city is named with SunCal about conces- The four categories that dedication by scientists from overwhelmed by the turnout. mental technology keeps in the periodic table." He sions to the developer in Zone 7 staff examined in re- the Lawrence Livermore I would like to welcome all the Lab and science at the pointed out that Glen Sea- exchange for things the city gard to the three lakes were National Laboratory who of you to this truly remark- cutting edge. borg made it clear that the wants. collaborated with a team able and historic occasion." Albright then talked singular event of his career active recreation, educa- The council's action was from the Flerov Institute in He said during the dedica- about the relationship be- was having his name on the tion and passive recreation, Dubna, Russia. The collabo- tion, "This is so amazingly tween the city and the Lab. periodic table. "It is hard to not an approval of a final habitat corridors and con- ration resulted in the creation cool." He stated that when we bring explain how important this site plan, although the map servation, and storm-water of two new heavy elements, He noted that only six in people we hope to recruit, (See DUBLIN, page 4) drainage. (See LIVERMORIUM, page 2) Zone 7 has been conduct- ing a study as part of its own due diligence concerning the Pleasanotn Council Urged Not to future of the chain of lakes. A report will be out by the Make East Pleasanton a Dumping end of the year. However, with the time demands set by Pleasanton's process, staff Ground for High Density Housing presented a snapshot of what The Pleasanton City Brian Dolan, director Seven hundred acres are part looks best now. Council offered input on of development, told the of the lake area, which will The storm-water stor- six different specific plan council that the city's next be controlled by the Zone 7 age category was easy to options for East Pleasanton. housing element update with Water District once mining analyze. Cope Lake has been Among the issues the zoning for RHNA numbers operations are completed. tabbed for such a use for a council was asked to com- is due by the end of 2014. All six options include long time, and that analysis ment on were proposed de- The goal is to complete the retail, commercial and in- holds up. velopment outside the urban specific plan before that dustrial zoning. A school Cope Lake also leads the growth boundary, number of time. When asked, he said site has been included at the active recreation category, housing units, circulation el- the city needs to zone for request of the Pleasanton because the lake won't be ements such as the extension 797 units for 2014-22 with Unified School District. used to percolate water into of El Charro Road to Stanley 111 at 30 units to the acre, Housing numbers in the the underground basin for Boulevard, potential school 405 units at 23 to 30 units various options are as fol- drinking. Allowing swim- site, and whether the devel- to the acre, and 281 units at lows: #1, 1000 units, half of ming, fishing and non-mo- opment should be required above moderate income at them single family; #2, 1426 torized boating would not be to pay its infrastructure. any density. units, 355 single family; #3, a problem. The lake, which Staff also wanted to know Options for housing in 1710 units, 486 single fami- is east of El Charro Road, whether the council wanted the six plans ranged from ly; #4, 1283 units, 641 single also has an easier slope to to locate a majority of the 1000 units in option 1 to family; #5, 1756 units, 1053 navigate than the other two city's Regional Housing 2,279 homes in option 6. single family; and #6, 2279 lakes. Need Assessment (RHNA) A task force has been units, 1477 single family. Cope Lake and Lake H within the area, as well as working on concepts for a Dolan noted that option were singled out for poten- the mix of single family and specific plan for develop- 1 would accommodate 35% tial location of a wildlife cor- multifamily units. ment on 1125 acres on the of the RHNA; option 2, Photo - Doug Jorgensen ridor on their eastern sides. RHNA are housing num- eastside of the city. About 50%; option 3, 60%; option The Alameda County Fair is in full swing at the Lake I, which has long bers assigned local jurisdic- 400 acres is considered to 4, 45%; option 5, 62%; and fairgrounds in Pleasanton. The fair is open daily (except been tabbed as the prima- tions by the Association be developable, with 100 option 6, 80% and "would Mondays). Visitors will find a carnival and midway, horse ry water percolation lake, of Bay Area Governments acres located outside the racing, arts and crafts displays, animals and many (See EASTSIDE, page 5) should not have water con- (ABAG). urban growth boundary. activities for all ages. For more photos, see page 8. tact recreation, says the staff analysis. It is called the best of the three lakes for a trail. PET OF THE WEEK A trail is already located on Inside They say when it rains, it pours and Puddles is waiting to its west side. shower you with his love! Despite fur the color of storm With Mohr Elementary SECTION A Editorial...... 4 clouds, his personality shines through. Puddles needs School nearby, Lake I shows an indoor-only home where he is the only cat, due to his Art & Entertainment...... 8 Roundup...... 3 FeLV+ status. Splash down to Valley Humane Society (VHS) promise for education, espe- Bulletin Board...... 11 Short Notes...... 12 and meet this affectionate one-year-old feline, Tuesdays cially with use of informa- through Saturdays from 10 am – 4 pm and Sundays from tional kiosks along the trail. Milestones ...... 10 & 12 Sports...... 6 12 noon – 4 pm. VHS is located at 3670 Nevada Street in Pleasanton planning MAIN SECTION Obituaries...... 9 Pleasanton. For more information about Puddles or our July (See ZONE 7, page 10) 27 Great Catsby event, please call (925) 426-8656, or visit Classifieds...... 11 www.valleyhumane.org. Photo credit: Valley Humane Society/J. Xia

PAGE 2 - The Independent, JUNE 27, 2013 EBRPD Purchases Roddy Ranch; Altamont Creek to Take Land Had Been Set for Development Part in Pilot STEM Program The East Bay Regional gional Preserve to Round due to its significant habitat Altamont Creek Elemen- program is designed for Park District Board of Direc- Valley Regional Preserve. for protected species. Not The 44 schools invited tary has been selected as students in kindergarten tors last week authorized the "The property is a beauti- included in the Park Dis- to participate in the pilot one of just 44 schools in the through fifth grades. It will acquisition of 1,885 acres ful, picturesque, level val- trict's purchase but within program will test 12 STEM United States invited to pilot align with other programs of open space known as ley flanked by prominent the acquisition's property modules and play an integral the newest science, technol- such as Common Core State "Roddy Ranch" in Eastern ridgelines on both sides. It boundary is the 230 acre role in the development of ogy, engineering, and math- Standards and Next Gen- Contra Costa County, a key will offer a great opportunity Roddy Ranch Golf Course the final version of the cur- ematics (STEM) program eration Science Standards. piece in the District's plan for the public to experience and four other parcels total- riculum by providing feed- for students in grades K-5. Through a series of topic- for the development of a new nature and see wildlife at its ing 280 acres that are owned back on their experiences to The elementary STEM based modules, students regional park in Deer Val- best," added. by either the Roddy Family PLTW. This feedback will program is designed and will engage in design prob- ley. The property is located Jeanne Madsen, execu- or McCauley Investments. influence the development developed by Project Lead lems that encourage collabo- along Deer Valley Road in tive director of Greenbelt "The Roddy Family are of engaging curriculum and The Way (PLTW), a national ration, analysis, problem the City of Antioch and in Alliance, sent the following prominent and long-time balanced assessment for provider of STEM educa- solving, and computational the adjacent unincorporated statement, "I am ecstatic to ranchers with a vision to elementary students, and tion curricular programs thinking. area of Contra Costa County share with you that the East see this property enjoyed the creation of effective for middle and high school Fenna Gatty, the instruc- to the south of the city. Bay Regional Park District by future generations rather professional development students. tor designated as the Master The purchase stops the has reached a deal to pur- than be developed," declared for instructors. The final Studies show that stu- Teacher for the elementary development of a proposed chase roughly 1,900 acres Doyle. version of the elementary dents decide as early as sec- pilot, will help instruct the 700 homes. In 2003, spe- of land in Antioch for $14.24 The Park District will en- program will be available ond and third grade whether professional development cific plan for development million. This land—sold by ter into an option to purchase to all school districts in the they like, and think they for the teachers at Altamont in the Sand Creek focus area the Roddy Group and called the acreage for $14.2 mil- United States for the 2014- are good at math and sci- Creek who will be involved was adopted. It called for "Roddy Ranch"—had been lion, which is the appraised 2015 school year. ence. PLTW's elementary in the pilot program. a variety of uses including at risk of becoming a sprawl- fair market value. Up to 115 acres of commercial ing luxury home community. 90% of the purchase price development and nearly Now, instead, it will eventu- will be funded in partnership 5,000 new housing units. ally become a new regional by the East Contra Costa (continuedLIVERMORIUM from page one) To date, no development park." County Habitat Conser- has occurred within the area Madsen noted that for vancy with grants from the is to the Lab to be embedded the Laboratory." public art piece to highlight with the exception of the nearly two decades, Green- California Wildlife Conser- in a community like this. Commendations were the presence of both national The ongoing relationship sent by Congressman Eric laboratories in the communi- Kaiser Hospital project on belt Alliance, along with vation Board and a private with the city is critical to the Swalwell, Senator Mark De- ty and their importance to it. Deer Valley Road that was Save Mount Diablo, the foundation. East Bay Re- health of the Laboratory." Saulnier, Alameda County Dubna Mayor Valeriy previously approved. Sierra Club, and other part- gional Park District Measure William Frazer, Chair- Supervisor Scott Haggerty, Prokh, who spoke through "This acquisition is ex- ners, have defended these WW land acquisition and man of the Science and and Congressman John Ga- a translator, noted that the tremely important to the lands. capital funding, approved by Technology Committee for ramendi. purchase of basic research creation of Deer Valley Re- The property is home to voters in 2008, will pay for the Lawrence Livermore Marchand announced is to benefit society by im- gional Park. East County threatened and endangered the balance. National Security Board of that the city is working to proving health care, wealth residents who will get a species including the tiger Because of the site's im- Governors, praised the Lab raise funds to transform and security. He noted that future regional park in their salamander and California portant biological resources, director and directors for the park and plaza into an his city was the 5th city to backyard," said Robert red-legged frog. The East the Park District plans to having the insight to fund area that will celebrate the have a element named for Doyle, General Manager. Contra Costa County Habi- place the new acreage into basic research such as that relationship between the city it, Livermore is the 6th. He Envisioned along with tat Conservancy designated land bank status until a Land which resulted in the new and the Lab. The Commis- declared, "Even if Liver- the new park is a regional the majority of the prop- Use Plan can be completed elements. "They recognize sion for the Arts will con- more and Dubna perish, the trail that would connect erty as a high priority for for Deer Valley Regional that basic research is at the sider either the acquisition elements will continue to Black Diamond Mines Re- acquisition and protection Park. foundation of the mission of or the commissioning of a live for ever."

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6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon | 800.284.2878 www.OurSanRamonHospital.com Facebook Twitter The Independent, JUNE 27, 2013 - PAGE 3 Springtown Fish Have Healthy Pond Again The air around the duck The replenishment water Normally, winter rainfall pond in Springtown is smell- is diverted from the Arroyo keeps the duck pond at a ing better these days, now Las Positas each year to keep high level until April 15, but that the dead fish are gone. water levels up in the duck because there was not much Residents complained pond, and to irrigate the golf rain since January, the pond to Livermore Mayor John course. The water is sold by level was down. Marchand that 20 or so dead Zone 7 Water Agency, but Having fresh water cir- fish were floating in the can't be taken from the ar- culation is important for pond located at Bluebell royo until April 15. fish, because they take their Drive and Las Flores Road. This year, the contractor oxygen from water. If the Marchand responded didn't obtain the permits oxygen content is depleted, with a meeting May 20 in until April 29. A portable they can die. McIntyre said Springtown, bringing city diversion structure went up he thinks the fish died of staff with him to explain on May 6. oxygen starvation. what went wrong, said McIntrye said the con- McIntyre and Schoening Springtown resident Kath- tractor needed permits from agreed that the pond is back leen Schoening, who was at four agencies to divert the to normal, with fish able to the meeting. water. Apparently the key survive. City staff had solved person at one agency was Marchand said that the the odor problem by then, on vacation, so the delay meeting drew about 25 peo- but residents welcomed the occurred. ple to the Springtown Home- chance to talk to the mayor McIntrye said the city owners Association meeting and staff about the incident, will impress on the contrac- room. It was the first time and what can be done to tor the desirability of starting that he had been invited to ensure that it won't happen the process earlier, in case a speak in Springtown. again. glitch occurs in the future. "It was excellent op- Public Works Direc- At Monday's city council portunity to hold a very tor Dan McIntyre said the meeting, Councilmember meaningful dialogue with problem arose because the Doug Horner suggested that the community. They were contractor who takes care of the city help the golf course very receptive to both me the Springtown Golf Course, operator acquire the permits and the staff. It was a great which stores water for the in a timely manner. Working opportunity to educate the duck pond, did not obtain the with permitting agencies is community about the issue," permits for a water diversion something the city does well, said Marchand. in a timely way. he added.

Opening Day Record is scheduled to be back in service by Opening day of the 101st annual Al- mid-summer. ameda County Fair set a new attendance record with 31,389 up 2.3% over last Free Energy Assessment year’s 30,692 patrons. This tops last year’s Dublin residents can sign up now to record-setting first day attendances, mak- receive a free home efficiency assessment ing it the highest opening day head count and installation of energy- and water- since record-keeping began. saving devices, offered by the City of The festive 17-day fair runs through Dublin and Rising Sun Energy Center of July 7, closed on Mondays. Details can Berkeley, and its California Youth Energy This is the Centennial year of the Lincoln Highway, America's first coast-to-coast be found at www.alamedacountyfair.com. Services (CYES). During a Green House Call, a youth transcontinental road. In June, automobiles started in San Francisco and New York, Treatment Plant Repairs energy specialist, teamed with an adult, meeting in Kearney, Nebraska to celebrate the Lincoln Highway. The trip across A 65-ton crane is being used at the will assess energy- and water-saving op- the country will travel on the original old alignments of the Lincoln Highway. The Dublin San Ramon Services District portunities, install free conservation mea- Lincoln Highway Association, leading the west coast caravan eastward, made a stop wastewater treatment plant in Pleasanton sures or devices where appropriate, and at the Duarte Garage in Livermore last Saturday. The Duarte Garage on Pine St. was this week to replace critical infrastructure collect information for a follow-up report. established as a way station on the Lincoln Highway in 1915. The garage is operated that failed after more than 30 years of ser- Appointments are available in Dublin by the Livermore Heritage Guild. Photo - Bill Nale vice. The tall crane, visible from Interstate for both homeowners and renters between 680 south of Stoneridge Drive, is position- July 2 and August 8, Tuesday through ing the large mechanical components of a Friday, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A secondary clarifier inside a round concrete limited number of 6:00 p.m. appointments tank, 16 feet deep and 90 feet across. also are available. Sign up online at http:// The DSRSD treatment plant uses four www.risingsunenergy.org/content/green- secondary clarifiers near the end of the call.html or call 510-665-1501, ext. 10. Livermore treatment process to separate solids from A Green House Call can last 30 min- the treated wastewater. Each clarifier has Downtown utes to two hours depending on the size Where Brilliance Thrives! two pairs of arms that move in a circle, of the home. Each resident will receive like hands on a clock—one on the surface a customized follow-up report by email of the water skimming floating material, that documents work completed during and another on the bottom of the tank col- the Green House Call and lists ways to Presents 2013 lecting the settled solids. After treatment capture additional water and energy sav- in the clarifier, the cleaned wastewater is ings through rebates and other programs disinfected and either discharged into the such as bill discounts, weatherization, and San Francisco Bay or diverted to the water attic insulation. recycling plant for additional purification. This program is supported in part by When the clarifier failed, the skim- Pacific Gas & Electric Company, the East ming mechanism jammed, twisting the Bay Energy Watch Partnership, and the steel arms and cracking the drive gear Marin Energy Watch Partnership. The of July box. Many of the old components are no CYES Program provides summer em- th longer manufactured. ployment and training to youth and young The budget for rebuilding the clarifier adults, ages 15 -22. For more information FamilyFamily FunFun is $924,000. The District rehabilitated on CYES visit www.risingsunenergy. 4 another secondary clarifier of the same org. For questions about this summer’s size in 2006 and chose to install an identi- program in Dublin, contact Martha Aja cal mechanism for this replacement. This FFireworkireworkss at the City of Dublin at 925-833-6650, approach decreased design costs and will or visit the Environmental Services sec- reduce future maintenance costs by hav- tion on the City’s website at www.dublin. ing interchangeable parts. The clarifier ca.gov/CYES. CCelebrationelebration

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"We help provide information regarding educational op- hearing last week at Las Pos- projects linking the Lab staff feet of space will house a these companies individu- portunities for returning veterans. itas College in Livermore. researchers to companies to wide range of programs ally find the right investors In addition to informational sessions, veterans Senate Majority Leader look at building efficiency, dealing with homeland se- and the right specific first Ellen M. Corbett (D-East will be able to meet other veterans and interact the smart grid, combustion curity, cybersecurity and customer." He mentioned Bay), a member of the Select and energy use prediction. with students, staff and members from community biotechnology. Cool Earth Solar as one of Committee on Emerging • Site 300 is being turned McIlroy in an interview, the early stage companies organizations. Technology, hosted the hear- into a large energy park said that one area of inter- working with CleanTech. The program is designed to help veterans ing sith the theme Biotech- where scientists can study national interest is hydrogen Ferber described himself achieve their educational goals. This past aca- nology and Green Energy solar, wind and battery tech- fuel research. "We expect to as a CleanTech alumnus. Jobs Hearing. demic year, more than 400 veterans or active duty nologies. A 150 million see a large national partner- His company, ElectronVault Representatives from the military personnel were enrolled at the College. megawatt wind power facil- ship in looking into issues focuses on energy storage two national laboratories in Support services for veterans include a full- ity is under development. such as how to get fuel systems. He noted that the time program coordinator, Veterans Resource Livermore and private in- • The Lab has developed smart grid would provide dustry addressed the hearing. into a vehicle. California, Center, priority registration, transfer workshops, a new way to manufacture Germany and Japan are the demand side management. textbook stipends for eligible students, a book loan Among the questions microbeads. These can be With a storage system, it asked by Corbett were sug- centers for such research. program, a study/drop-in tutorial center, work- used as catalysts in energy The open campus makes it could also provide smart gestions on ways that the chemical reactions, such supply side management study program and an active Student Veterans state government could help easier to interaction on an Organization. as separation of CO2. This international level. The goal delivering energy when it is in establishing green compa- creates the possibility for Early registration is underway. It can be com- is to create a robust hydro- needed. In looking at tech- nies and jobs. artificial photosynthesis. nology, it is dangerous to pleted by calling 424-1571 or emailing tsteffan@ Speakers listed govern- gen fuel infrastructure. The Friedmann said that the LVOC is the key to moving ignore the need for a product laspositascollege.edu. ment funding for cutting goals of partnerships are to to make money, he stated. We urge veterans who have returned from ser- edge technology, stimulus it forward." look at real world problems, The open campus pro- He suggested that small vice and are in need of assistance to make sure funding, providing infra- how to solve them and then companies should be in- structure, and revamping vides capabilities that are they sign up. bring the ideas to market. beyond the reach of industry. cluded in any plan to build some regulations. "Once In response to how the the eocnomy and jobs. He established, the market place "LVOC is the key to moving state can assist in the de- said that two guys working will determine if a business hydrogen fuel forward." velopment of green tech- on cardboard desks may succeeds or fails." Burchard stated that the nologies and jobs, both Lab have the potential to become Corbett mentioned that labs are doing a better job representatives said that a large company. the state is first in solar, in developing outside part- forums such as the one held Ferber said that Cali- wind and battery technology nerships. One partnership is last Friday provide a way fornia has a problem with (continuedDUBLIN from page one) patents. In 2011 the state commercializing a point of to let industry know what received 57% of the $4.9 care diagnostic platform that taking an idea from the presented as an illustration Councilmember Abe is available. It is a way to billion invested in green will help reduce the costs of lab to commercialization. of the deal points probably Gupta recused himself from encourage collaboration. technology nationwide. "Our health care. His company has locations will strongly resemble the voting on the smaller parcel, Goldstein said that the Lab Sandia has signed a mem- in both Austin, TX and in final plan, said Dublin prin- goal is to attract and retain Lot 3, because he lives with- with Sandia is a host to i- orandum of understanding California. The Texas site is cipal planner Kristi Bascom. in 500 feet of the property green tech jobs," she stated. GATE in Livermore. It is a with the UC Davis school able to grow. The absence of Both sides have agreed segment. He did not have "Hopefully, California will resource where researchers of engineering. Students a mechanism in California to on an expansion of a school a legal conflict of interest, continue to lead and not can interact with a range of and faculity will work with grow companies will have a site from 11 to 12 acres, the because he lives more than follow." businesses. scientists in the areas of ad- future economic impact, he addition of several acres to 300 feet from the prop- Representing the Law- Friedman added that vanced manufacturing and said. Money is needed. ETF the community park so that erty in a development called rence Livermore National Laboratory were William LVOC will play a role in biotechnology. The biggest is critical to make it happen. it totals 30 acres, an $18.7 The Terraces, but recused training students and profes- (An exchange-traded million community benefit himself anyway "out of an Goldstein, Deputy Director issue is figuring out how to for Science and Technol- sionals. He suggested there get people on the outside to fund (ETF) is an investment payment, and a $2.8 million abundance of caution." needed to be more conver- fund traded on stock ex- contribution toward Dublin's Gupta sat in the audience, ogy, and S. Julio Friedmann, make connections with the Chief Technology Officer. sations with state agencies inside. i-GATE is a key to changes, much like stocks.) acquisition of county surplus and was the only person as to how the Lab can help Corbett commented, property. There also would there who spoke at the public The two made the follow- continuing the momentum. ing observations: them with a variety of issues. McIlory pointed out that "That is frustrating to hear. be an interest-free loan, if hearing about Lot 3. State The second panel fea- California leads in research needed, to help acquire the public meeting law contains • The Lab is partner- the engagement with the lo- ing with Sandia, Lawrence tured speakers from Sandia cal community has increased and development." She said county land. no restrictions on that kind National Laboratories Liver- that the state is looking at Also, there will be a of participation by a council Berkeley Laboratory and UC with the creation of LVOC Davis in establishing a joint more. Andrew McIlroy man- and i-GATE. He suggested revamping enterprise zones. contribution of $1 million member. ages the Livermore Valley There would be a way to toward the cost of a bridge Gupta said that approv- bioenergy institute. The re- that any company interested search will include biomass Open Campus development. in technology available at support the purchase of over the Iron Horse Trail. ing the changes would be Carrie Burchard represented equipment, and provide Concessions by the city energy and its role in the Sandia and the lab go to the "a boon to the entire eastern the view of business devel- help to move from R&D to to the developer include the Dublin area, including the landscape of the future. website for information. opment and partnerships. development of a product. developer's use of a Com- residents of The Terraces. • Funding for directed re- The final panel was com- McIlroy described LVOC Northern suggested that munity Facilities District. It will help economic and search and development al- prised of Rex Northern, as a unique opportunity for more public-private partner- Future residents would be commercial growth in the lows scientists to undertake executive director of The the two laboratories to work ships are needed. Cutting paying for the cost of in- area. It will deal with a rather fundamental research and CleanTech Open; Rob Fer- in a very different environ- back on funding for national frastructure, instead of the ugly and unsightly piece of achieve advances in new ar- ber, founder and CEO of ment that is open and dy- labs is a problem. Govern- developer having to pay for land that calls out for devel- eas. The measures of success ElectronVault, Inc.; and Lin- namic. Ideas can be brought streets and utilities upfront. opment." include transfers of technol- da Adams, former Secretary ment can prime the pump in from all the greatest minds The taxes would amount GARBAGE RATES ogy to the private sector and of California Environmental with funding and assistance in the world. The mission of to $2200 to $3700 per ARE GOING UP taking the technology to Protection Agency. with infrastructure. LVOC is to reach out to the household, depending on On another item, the commercialization. Northern described Ferber suggested an ef- broader world and engage the assessed valuation of council approved a 4.2 per- • The Livermore Val- CleanTeach as the largest fort should be launched to the home. cent increase in city garbage ley Open Campus (LVOC) them. accelerator taking technolo- make it easier to file a patent With other concessions to collection rates, effective will be the location of part- Sandia has already estab- gies out of labs and com- both in the United States and SunCal, the city is granting July 1. The monthly rate nerships with industry and lished 100,000 square feet of mercializing them. Such a overseas. The delay affects the developer $33 million in will rise by 80 cents per academia. High performance laboratory and office space company is needed, because the income of a company. exemptions, but receiving month to $20.31. $40 million in contributions from the developer, said Mayor Tim Sbranti, who called it a "fair trade-off." SCHOOLS G.P.A. STUDY OK'D (continued from page one) FOR THE GROVES dents Odie Douglas and Chen said she has pledges CSR for next year, since over a two-year period. be a real check following for The council also ap- Bill Faragan. None of them of $57,000 towards CSR. the district budget is now Some of the help to re- deposit in a bank. PTA coun- proved initiation of a study received pay increases. It appears that in two approved. store items to the budget, cil president Beth Limesand of a general plan amendment The return of funding for years, the state will provide Trustee Joan Laursen said including first-grade CSR, presented the "check" for and an amendment to the districts at the 2007-08 level, enough unrestricted funding that even in the long run, the came from the fund-raising $2.4 million that represents East Dublin Plan for The as promised by Proposi- to the district to allow it to board must set up a proce- of PPIE. An organization more than 122,000 volunteer Groves, which is bounded tion 30, won't reach the full implement CSR from K to 3. dure for judging just what representative gave the hours, computed at the $20 by Central Parkway, Dublin amount for another seven However, board mem- programs will be receiving board a symbolic check at per hour that the IRS says Boulevard, Fallon Road and years. bers pointed out that there future state funding. the meeting for $560,923 is the value of a volunteer's On another item, the are many demands for pro- that will come on a real hour. Lockhart Drive. First grade CSR already board approved refinanc- grams. Funding CSR has to has been restored, although check to the district. The meeting was the The staff will look at a ing four outstanding school be judged in that light. Right the district is using deficit The board was present- last of the school year. The request to change 24 acres bonds, because of advanta- now, the timing would be financing by paying for it ed with another symbolic first for next year will be on of open space to 7 acres of geous interest rates. The impossible to implement check, too, but there won't Aug. 20. residential development and total annual savings to a 17 acres of agricultural zon- taxpayer whose house is as- ing. The developer would sessed at $1 million will be Early Earth Not Very Hospitable like to locate a vineyard in $12 per year, according to Early Earth was not very of magnitude greater mass that part of the site. the district's consultant. compression. Shock waves In contrast, higher shock hospitable when it came to of organics than what likely can create sudden, intense conditions (about 480,000 Also, on a separate Lot Parents again addressed the board about adding Class jump-starting life. In fact, pre-existed on the planet,” pressures and temperatures, to 600,000 atmospheres of 3, the study would look at a Size Reduction (CSR) to the new research shows that life Goldman said. which could affect chemical pressure and 6,200-8,180 medium residential designa- on Earth may have come Goldman’s earlier work is reactions within a comet degrees Fahrenheit) resulted budget in the coming school from out of this world. tion for the 6 acres. year. Emmeline Chen said based on computationally in- before it interacts with the in the synthesis of methane The council voted 4-0 Lawrence Livermore sci- tensive models, which, in the ambient planetary environ- and formaldehyde, as well as that with the $923,000 the entist Nir Goldman and Uni- past, could only capture 10- to approve the study. The district picked up by using ment. An oblique collision some long-chain carbon mol- versity of Ontario Institute 30 picoseconds of a comet where an extraterrestrial icy ecules. These compounds are requested changes result the current funding formula of Technology colleague impact event. However, with body impacts a planetary known to act as precursors from the difficulty in devel- instead of LCFF, there would Isaac Tamblyn (a former new simulations developed atmosphere with a glancing to amino acids and complex oping the land because of be almost enough to restore LLNL postdoc) found that on LLNL’s supercomputers blow could generate ther- organic synthesis. All shock two knolls on the property. kindergarten and second and icy comets that crashed into Rzcereal and Aztec, Gold- modynamic conditions con- compression simulations Further, the road alignments third grade CSR from 30 to Earth millions of years ago man used much more com- ducive to organic synthesis. at these conditions have 25 students, at $325,000 cost could have produced life around Dublin Boulevard putationally efficient models These processes could result produced significant quanti- per grade level. building organic compounds, and was able to capture and Fallon Road make it dif- in significant concentrations ties of new, simple carbon- That action would total including the building blocks hundreds of picoseconds of of organic species being nitrogen bonded compounds ficult to design the property $975,000 with a difference of proteins and nucleobases the impacts -- much closer to delivered to Earth. upon expansion and cooling, well, said the developer. of $52,000 to be made up. pairs of DNA and RNA. chemical equilibrium. 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The Independent, JUNE 27, 2013 - PAGE 5 Sandia honors young women for outstanding achievement in math and science Sandia National Labora- campus, in the Combustion merse first responders in an ers resonated with many tories in California recently Research Computation and interactive gaming environ- of the young women in at- presented its annual Math Visualization (CRCV) build- ment depicting high-risk, tendance. “I think for high and Science Awards to 22 ing at the Livermore Valley high-threat situations. school juniors who are full young women from area Open Campus (LVOC). To start off the awards of angst about choosing the high schools. The event Teachers from 11 high ceremony, mechanical en- right college and major, this celebrates the academic schools in Livermore, Dub- gineer Patricia Gharagozloo is a good message to hear — accomplishments of the lin, Pleasanton, Tracy and and software engineer Karla that you don’t have to have recipients and their great Manteca, Calif., each nomi- Morris shared their personal it all figured out right now,” potential as they prepare for nated two students, one for stories. While their paths said Jocelyn Mork, mother the next phase of their lives. outstanding achievement in were quite different, they of Granada High School sci- “Science, technology math and one for outstand- started with something in ence award recipient Kirsten and engineering are so im- ing achievement in science. common — in high school, Mork. portant for this country as The award is given to young neither saw herself becom- “The speakers were in- we move forward,” said women in their junior year of ing an engineer. spiring and entertaining,” Bob Carling, director of high school so they can in- Cathy Branda, the event said Ariana Mancieri, math Sandia’s Transportation clude it on their college and chairwoman, explained an- award recipient from Liver- Energy Center. “We hope scholarship applications. other reason for recognizing more High School. “It is every one of these award Before the recognitions high school juniors. “Studies reassuring that they didn’t recipients continues to began, the awardees and show that high school is a know exactly what they have the same enthusiasm their families met their San- time when many girls decide wanted to do in high school.” they’ve already shown for dia hosts, women with ca- not to pursue math and sci- She thinks she wants to be- these subjects.” reers in math and science. ence in college and in their come a pediatrician – or Now in its 22nd year, the Sandia researcher Donna careers,” she said. “So many maybe not. What Ariana Christine Xu, a student at Amador Valley High School, Math and Science Awards Djordjevich-Reyna shared doors are open to you now. does know is that she loves science, and that is a good receives an award from Sandia National Laboratories' program is sponsored by her Ground Truth Homeland You have no idea what you Bob Carling in the science category. The annual Math the Sandia Women’s Con- Security training video game can accomplish by excelling place to start. nection. The event was held platform, which seeks to im- in math and science.” The winners of the 2013 and Science Awards are sponsored by the Sandia once again on the Sandia The words of the speak- Sandia Math and Science Women's Connection. (Photo by Jeff McMillan) Awards: Outstanding Achieve- ment in Mathematics: Jen- nifer Tao, Amador Valley teca High School; Harman- ley, Foothill High School; High School; Kimberli jit Kaur Sodhi, Merrill F. Kirsten Mork, Granada High Zhong, Dublin High School; West High School; Fabiola School; Mariah Mathat, Victoria Vezaldenos, East Lopez, Sierra West High Livermore High School; Union High School; Annie School; Inyoung Hong, Julia DiSimone, Livermore Pan, Foothill High School; Tracy High School. Valley Charter Preparatory Tatiana Jansen, Granada Outstanding Achieve- High School; Poonam De- High School; Ariana Manc- ment in Science: Christine hal, Manteca High School; ieri, Livermore High School; Xu, Amador Valley High Arianne Coleto, Merrill F. Ashleigh Quynh-Trang School; Ming Yin Kwong, West High School; Leonor Nguyen, Livermore Valley Dublin High School; Brooke Borges, Sierra West High Charter Preparatory High Niendorf, East Union High School; Sarah Bai, Tracy School; Anna Kepa, Man- School; Diane Frances Had- High School.

Six students from Pleasanton's Sister City, Tulancingo (Mexico) have arrived at their host families and will be spending a month experiencing California with stops at the Alameda Fair, to Monterey, Sacramento and San Francisco. In mid-July four Amador and two Foothill students will go to Mexico with the visiting students to experience life and culture about 90 miles northeast of Mexico City in the state of Hidalgo. The ASSISTANCE LEAGUE® of Amador Valley sponsor, Pleasanton Tulancingo Sister City Association has been sending student and adult delegations to Mexico for 30 years. Learn more about the organization is grateful to the following donors for their at www.PTSCA.org. Pictured are all 12 exchange students (from Pleasanton and generous support of its local philanthropic programs: Tulancingo). Rotarian Foundation of Livermore Safeway Foundation

(continuedEASTSIDE from page one) Altamont Cruisers Valley Spokesman Touring Club cover a lot of units. It is the that the worst case scenario that the eastside would not worst case scenario." should be part of any EIR be the best place to zone PriceWaterhouseCoopers Mayor Jerry Thorne study. The number of units for high density housing in asked when and if the urban can always be decreased order to meet the need for Clorox Company Foundation growth boundary (UGB) is- based on the findings of the affordable housing. Since sue should go to the voters? EIR. the developers would likely Hindu Community and Cultural Arts Center "Some folks are concerned Brown stated that the be required to pay for the about violating what the goal of the UGB is to limit infrastructure, they could Pleasanton North Rotary voters supported. If there sprawl. As to a comment by not afford to build affordable Kiwanis of San Ramon were a major change in the Dolan that the council could housing. "The best places to boundary, it has to go to the determine if the adjustment meet the demand is in infill Pacific Color Graphics voters." of the UGB is minor, Brown sites where the infrastructure Brian Dolan, director said that citizens determined is in place," she stated. The Parkview for free use of its meeting rooms of development, suggested they wanted to vote when Julie Testa pointed out that the council first select a they established the UBG that schools were all over ca- And a special thank you to preferred plan. in 1996. She said given the pacity now. Adding popula- Councilmember Karla requirement that develop- tion will require more space Kohl’s Brown wondered how many ment pay for infrastructure, to house students. She sug- for their participation in Clothing the Children gested that the city consider acres outside the UGB were option 1 is likely unfeasible. thru Operation School Bell® being considered for devel- She would support option 4. building senior housing only opment. She estimated it Kathy Narum said she is on the eastside. at about 350 acres, which open to having the public Kay Ayala said the city Assistance League® of Amador Valley includes Cope Lake vote on moving the UGB. should slow down its plan- Dolan said about one "We won't know whether ning effort. There is no need www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague. org hundred acres were being that would be necessary to rush the process. She planned for development. until we know what plan we declared, "This is definitely “Reaching Out To Those In Need” He added it doesn't matter favor." She would eliminate a RHNA driven plan. That is whether Cope Lake is inside options 2 and 3. no way to plan a city." or outside the UGB; it will Mayor Throne said that always remain open space. there is not enough infor- All of the councilmem- mation to make a decision bers agreed that develop- on whether to take the UGB ment should pay for all of to the voters. "Voters were the infrastructure, and El pretty clear about not want- Charro should be extended ing major development out- prior to development in side the UGB." He favored order to avoid the issue the options 4, 5 and 6. city faced with the extension Thorne added, "I'm sick of Stoneridge Drive. Once and tired of RHNA. Voters housing was built, residents need to ask every candidate did not want the extension for state office his or her to go through. A site for a position on RHNA. If they school should be reserved. support it, don't vote for Cheryl Cook-Kallio stat- them." ed that option 1 does not Most of the members do what is needed, when it of the public who spoke comes to zoning for housing. live on the eastside. They She said she was leaning were upset that so many of toward options 4, 5 or 6. the high density units were Cook-Kallio said the fact included in the six options. the UGB is there should be They pointed out that the "kept in mind." eastside already has more Jerry Pentin said he want- high density than other parts ed to see a legal opinion on of Pleasanton. The density whether moving the UGB is needs to be spread through- a minor action or needs to go out the city, they stated, to a vote of the public. He declaring, "We would hate to said that he didn't want the see the area used as a dump- plan to be driven by RHNA ing ground for high density numbers. He didn't focus on housing." a specific option, but said Becky Dennis, suggested PAGE 6 - The Independent, JUNE 27, 2013

District 57 Starts Strong in Big League Tournament District 57 edged District 45 3-2 in the opening game of the 2013 Section 3 Big League tourna- ment behind a fine pitching effort by Ryan Flayler. Flayer mixed his fastball and off speed pitches well as he held District 45 to only one hit through six and one-third innings as the District 57 offense built up a 3-0 lead. District 57 opened the scoring when Dominic Albertoni led off the second inning with a double and eventually scored on a District 45 error. District 57 added single runs in the fourth and sixth innings as Daniel Whitney singled and scored in the fourth and drove in District 57’s final run with a sacrifice fly in the sixth. Flayer and reliever Garrett Livermore Smoke 10B won the Gold bracket Stevenson held the District 45 bats championship at the PGF Summer Bash in Sacramento in check until the seventh inning when District 45 plated a pair of over the weekend. Putting together a 5-1 record over runs to cut District 57’s lead to a the weekend, Smoke won with a combination of great single run. Dimitri Castro’s bases loaded single drove in both District hitting, solid defense, and outstanding team effort. 45 runs but Stevenson fielded a Pictured are District 57 Intermediate Champions from the Pleasanton National Little Pictured are Amanda Ludwig, Bianca Pahler, Hannah short pop fly from his position on League. Pleasanton defeated the Granada Little League champ 9 to 2. Pleasanton now Whitelock, Gretchen Krenz, Haiden Arruda, Maddie the mound for the final out of the moves onto the Intermediate World Series in Livermore. They will play the Central game sending District 57 into the Hanson, Kelly Lineweber, Sarah Kerling, Kendall winner’s bracket. division winner on Tuesday, July 30, at 6:00 pm. That is the first day of the World Waugh, Carlie Spruiell, Breana Cason, and Larry the District 57 team includes play- Series. It will be the 4th and final game that day. Photo - Bill Nale ers from the Tri-Valley. They are Lobster; missing Emma Duckworth. playing against teams from District 45 (Union City up to Castro Val- free. Alex Smedley – New A time ley) and District 14 (Fremont and in 100 free, dropped 10 seconds Newark). in 200 IM. Madhav Vats – 22+ second drop in 100 back, strong race in first ever 200 free. David Pleasanton Seahawks Yang – New A time in 50 free, new The Pleasanton Seahawks B times in 100 free/100 breast. hosted a CBA Long Course Meet Emily Nie – best times in all 7 at the Dolores Bengston Aquatic events. Rhea Phagura – Great 50 Center in Pleasanton June 1-2. back race. Kacper Kardasz – best PLS swimmers turned in top per- times in all 4 events. David Peck – formances, posting lifetime best best times in all events, including a swims and new cuts. strong 200 free. Michael Wang – B Novice: Dahlia Versteeg – best time in 100 breast and very strong times in 3 events, New A time 100 first-ever 200 IM. free. Connor Chen – best times in Novice 2: 100% best 3 events. Justin Im – B times in 4 times: Eric Tandean (8), Nikita out of 5. Tiffany Kwok – best time Gautham (9), Ajay Immadi (9), in 50 free. Lakshmi Sajith- best Achint Pushkarna (10), Esther times 50 free/50 fly. Shrinidhy Wang (10). New B times: Alex Srinivas – 5 great races. Chandra Suen (7) 50 fly, Eric Tandean (7) Tien – Dropped 3 seconds in 50 50 fly, Kevin Yuan (8) 50 fly. 100 free. Michael Chen – Great job breast. New A times: Kevin Yuan in 3 events, including 50 fly. Joey (8) 50/100 free, Breuklynn Har- The Livermore Longshots U8 picked up a second place The Livermore U10 Boys Sand Soccer Team, Land Sharks Huang – Strong performances in ris (8) 50 fly. best time in one or finish in their first summer tournament, the Fremont took first place at the 2013 Beach Soccer Blast held at Ocean all 3 races. Rishabh Kottakota – more event: Adora Do (8), Aria Strong performances in all 3 races. Harris (8), Breuklynn Harris (8) Father's Day Classic. In the championship game, the Beach in San Francisco on June 23rd. Their undefeated record Paul Maasrani – Huge drops in all Alcina Kenny (7), Brycen Martin team battled as the score went back and forth, losing included 11-0 vs. FC Strikers, 7-2 vs. Hillcrest Hawks Blue, 6-4 5 events. Divjot Toor – best times (8), Dominick Wonosaputra (7), in all 5 events. Shrijith Vakula- best Camille DeMange (9), Vivian Sun by one run in extra innings. Pictured are (back, from vs. All City United and 6-5 in a very close final against Novato times 100 free/100 back. (9), Tom Li (9) left) Coach Mike, Derek, Josh, Jason, Andrew Matthew, United Green. Beach Soccer Blast is produced by the nonprofit Intermediate: Mica Wang – best Varsity: 100% best Times - Coach Steve; (front) Quinn, Nick, Justin, Tanner, organization, America SCORES Bay Area. Proceeds from the times in 3 events, dropped 4 sec- Rohith Sajith (11), Jalen Shen (11), onds off 0 fly. Eric Kang –A times Derek Shue (12), Justin Shue (12), Anthony and Shane. event directly benefit under-served Bay Area youth through in 4 races. Jordan Lee – best times Niva Ranavat (13), Carl Saraceni quality after-school soccer and educational enrichment in all 5 events with 4 PRTs and 1 A (13). New B Times - Jalen Shen programs provided to over 1,000 inner-city public school time. Jocelyn Martin – best times (11), Justin Shue (12) 100 breast record in the 100 back. Lizzie Bali- times. Jun Woo Kim- 5 new best in 100 breast and in first ever 200 best time in more than one event - canta- 6 new best times. Izzy Chin- times. Kyle Kenny- 6 new best times. children. The Land Sharks in the off-season for beach soccer, IM. Josh Atre- New B time in 50 Sarang Vadali (12), Andrew Wang 100% best times. Kat Cory- best Joe Louderback- 5 new best times. play on grass and turf for Livermore Fusion SC. They are free and great time in first-ever 200 (12), Bryce Wong (12), Minseok time 100 free. Bella Hernandez- 4 Matthew Neufeld- 6 new best times. IM. Ryan Fortani – Great swims in Bu (13). new best times. Grace Kim- 4 new Nick Skinner- 100% best times. pictured below with their Beach Soccer Blast gold medals all 5 events, B times in 3. Akshay Junior Group: Farrah Brown- 5 best times. Mackenzie Lee- 100% Justin Tsai- New JO time in the 200 and championship trophy (from back, left to right): Coach Gupta – Strong swims in 100 free new best times. Nicole Stiles- 4 best times. Vickie Luo- 6 new best back. Nick Wonosaputra- 5 new best Dave Moore, Joey Keller, Dylan Baxter, Trent Wagner, Dane and back. Andy Liu – Held B time in new best times. Jaewoo Kim- 2 times. Christy Neufeld- 4 new best times. Alexa Bui- 3 new best times. 100 breast. Jovanni Shen – Dropped new best times. Lleyton Plattel- 2 times. Stephanie Shao- 5 new best Pre-Senior Group: Miranda Winslow, Aiden Lewis, Coach Tim Baxter, Logan Arlt, Parker 7+ seconds in 100 free, B time in 50 new best times. Alex Ren- Team times. Emma Washum- 5 new best Heckman- 100 BR New JO. Ashley Moore, Landon Ratinho, and Colton Trudeau. The Independent, JUNE 27, 2013 - PAGE 7

The Livermore Aquacowboys swam at the Valley Splash, Old School: Race to The Junior Olympics, Pacific Swimming Long Course A+ meet on June 22, 2013. Brandon Siu (13) and Caroline Eckel (12) swam some great races at the meet. Several new best times were Pictured from Taylor's Martial Arts are (from left) achieved for both swimmers. Valley Splash swim team Vincent Aying, Alexis Aying, Sifu Wade Taylor, hosted 35 swim teams at this event at Valley Christian Pictured is the featured speaker at the TV30s 2013 Mayalanni Erediano, Tanya Sharetskaya High School in San Jose. Outstanding Athletic High School Awards event Hall of Fame member and Cy Young Recipient Vida Blue who pitched for the Oakland A's when they won Major League Baseball's World Series and then pitched for the San Francisco Giants. The program is being shown Johnson- 50 FR New A, 200 FR was tight throughout the meet but on local television. Photos of the event can be seen at New B, 400 FR New B. Courtney the Stingrays ultimately prevailed, Lau- 200 BK New JO. Sarah Rafie- winning by a final score of 504.5 www.trivalleytv.org. Viewing times on TV30 and TV28 400 FR New JO. Claire Suen- 200 to 440.5. can also be found on the website. Photo courtesy of BK New FW. Nja Zuniga- 100 The Barracudas had a number FR New JO. Calvin Chui- 100 FR of standout performances by in- former Livermore Mayor Marshall Kamena. New JO, 400 FR New FW. Jack dividuals with multiple victories Wilkerson 200 FR New JO. Tyler including: Lu- 100 BR New A. Tim Yao- 400 Emily Lawes (8), Medley FR New FW, 200 IM New PRT. Relay, Freestyle and Backstroke; Sofia Barrera- 200 FR New JO, 100 Jared Engstrom (6), Butterfly and FLY New B. Tanaya Gondhalekar- Backstroke; Alyssa Burdusis (10), 200 BK New A. Jenn Lee- 100 FLY Medley Relay and Breaststroke; New A. Laurel Heckman- 200 FR Zoey Dunbar (10), Medley Relay, New A, 200 BR New A. Catharine Butterfly, Individual Medley and Ren- 100 FR New B. Sydney Backstroke; Whitney Dishman Rosenberg- 50/200 FR New B, , (11), Medley Relay and Individual 200 BK/200BR/200IM New B. Medley Brandon Brown 100 FR New A. Vanessa Wieser (12), Medley Sam Hou 50/100 FR/100BR New Relay and Backstroke; Joey Gry- B. Chris Jhong- 50/100 FR New wczynski (12), Medley Relay, FW, 100 FLY New FW. Michael Freestyle, Butterfly and Individual Martin- 200 IM New A. Dominic Medley; Brittney Achziger (16), Rafie- 100 BR New JO. Will Butterfly and Breaststroke; Kristin Rose- 200/400 FR New A. Anirudh Horrillo (17), Individual Medley Surapaneni- 100 FR/100 BR New and Backstroke; Brett Melloch B. Josh Park- 50/100 FR/100 Fly (18), Medley Relay, Freestyle New A Times. Simon Bueche- 50 The Del Prado Stingrays The Livermore Aquacowboys swam at the Oakland FR New B. also had a strong showing at the Undercurrents B/A+ Zone 2 long course meet in San meet including the following top Livermore Fusion U13 Girls Sand Soccer Team "Love swimmers: Pablo on June 21-23. Representing the Livermore Analise Demange (6), Free- & Peace" took third place in action at the Santa Cruz PVC Dolphins Win Aquacowboys were Paige Chew (12) and Amanda It was warm, sunny day for a style, Butterfly and Breaststroke; Beach Soccer Championships the weekend of June 8th swim meet. The Pleasanton Valley Jac Jorgensen (6), Medley Relay Butcher (12). Several new best times were achieved and 9th. There were 17 competitive teams who took part. Club (PVC) Dolphins raced Sunset and Breaststroke; Caden Drain by the swimmers. Swim Team from Livermore on (8), Freestyle, Breaststroke and Pictured are Coach Rick Borgna, Alexis Salazar, Tori June 22, 2013 at Pleasant Valley Backstroke; Sam Jorgenson (9), Club in Pleasanton. PVC pulled Medley Relay and Butterfly; Borgna, Daniela Walker, Kristen Heise, Emily March, through with a second win of the John Lester (10), Medley Relay, Sydney Duncan and Ciara Martinez. season with a score of 1039 to Freestyle, Breaststroke and Indi- Sunset 750. PVC is on their way to vidual Medley another championship season, with Jacob Banke (11), Medley hopes of making it the 8th in a row. Relay, Breaststroke, Individual out for a week at a time from the PVC swimmers came in first Medley and Backstroke; Alyssa Robert Livermore Community for the following races: Bardakos (13), Medley Relay Center. The kits are available at Freestyle: 6 under girls 25 meter and Freestyle; Meghan Hogue the front counter from 8 a.m. to Reagan Braga 25.81; 6 under boys (13), Medley Relay, Breaststroke 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 25 meter Brady McMillin 26.58; 7/8 and Individual Medley; Tommy Rental for one week is $20, plus under girls 25 meter Sophia Kang Juarez (13) Medley Relay and a $40 refundable deposit by credit 17.89; 7/8under boys 25 meter Jack- Breaststroke; Andrew Goard card or cash – a total of $60. The $40 son Morgenstern 17.62; 9/10 under (17), Medley Relay, Breaststroke, deposit is refundable if equipment is girls 50 meter Vanessa Montiel Individual Medley and Backstroke returned in good condition. Kits are 35.78; 9/10 under boys 50 meter Next week the Barracudas rented on a first-come, first-served Ethan Braga 35.56; 11/12 girls 50 take on the DBAC Piranhas while basis; reservations are not available meter Emily Claridge 28.63; 13/14 the Stingrays compete against the in advance. Rental of a bocce ball girls 50 meter Sophia Holbrook Club Sport Tidal Waves kit does not guarantee a bocce ball 28.37; 13/14 boys 50 meter Chase court will be available. Sinclair 27.15; 15-18 girls 50 meter The Robert Livermore Com- Martial Arts munity Center is located at 4444 Erin Walsh 27.72 Five students from Taylor’s Backstroke: 6 under girls 25 East Ave., Livermore. Bothwell Martial Arts in Livermore, Cali- Park is located at 2466 Eighth St., meter Reagan Braga 30.07; 6 under fornia, competed at The League’s boys 25 meter Brady McMillin Livermore. For more information, Shark City Nationals in San Jose, call 925-373-5700. 36.95; 7/8 girls 25 meter Paige CA on June 22, 2013. Reynolds 22.86; 7/8 boys 25 meter Forms/Kata: Helena Macias – Jackson Morgenstern 21.87; 9/10 1st Place in 8-9 yr old Intermediate Splash and Dash girls 25 meter Coletter Wogsland Kajukenbo/Kempo Forms and 8-9 20.18; 9/10 boys 25 meter Maas The Tri-Valley Triathlon Club yr old Forms Grand Champion; will host the Second Annual Nienkamp 23.13; 11/12 girls 50 Alexis Aying – 2nd Place in 8-9 meter Daniella Hawkins 34.10; yr old Intermediate Kajukenbo/ Tri-Valley Kids Splash & Dash 11/12 boys 50 meter David Gjerde Kempo Forms; Mayalanni Ere- for ages 7-15 on Sunday, July 21 35.83; 13/14 girls 50 meter Sophie diano – 2nd Place in 6-7 yr old from 9:00am to 1:00pm at the Holbrook 33.92; 13/14 boys 50 Beginners Kajukenbo/Kempo Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center Photos - Doug Jorgensen meter Chase Sinclair 33.39; 15-18 Forms in Pleasanton. girls 50 meter Ali Gonsman 34.06 Sparring: Vincent Aying – 2nd A series is planned with events Pleasanton National Little League and Granada Little League teams battled for the Butterfly: 6 under girls 25 meter Place Mens’ 30+ Heavy Weight Olivia Kang 31.49; 6 under boys 25 on July 15, August 18, and Septem- chance to represent District 57 in the Intermediate World Series in July. Pleasanton Black Belt Sparring; Tanya ber 8. The goal is promote the love meter Brady McMillin 29.51; 7/8 Sharetskaya – 2nd Place Girls won. Granada still has the opportunity to compete in the World Series. The team will girls 25 meter Sophia Kang 22.36; 14-15 yr old Black Belt Sparring; of sport and movement to children play in a series of tournaments for the opportunity. 7/8 boys 25 meter Jackson Risher Alexis Aying – 2nd Place Girls of the Tri-Valley community. 21.76; 9/10 girls 25 meter Vanessa 8-9 yr old Intermediate Sparring; Each Splash & Dash is a swim/ Montiel 17.56; 9/10 boys 25 meter Mayalanni Erediano – 2nd Place run event for ages 7-15 that intro- Ethan Braga 19.94; 11/12 girls 50 6-7 yr old Beginners Sparring; duces youth participants to USA meter Marissa Lawrence 30.46; Helena Macias – 1st Timers Girls Triathlon and the exciting world 13/14 girls 50 meter Sophia Hol- Sparring brook 30.07; 13/14 boys 50 meter of multisport. This will be a non- competitive event, and no times Matthew Dotson 33.66; 15-18 girls 50 meter Erin Walsh 32.16 will be taken. Every participant Breaststroke: 6 under boys Golf Tournament will receive a USAT Splash and 25 meter Brady McMillin 41.36; The third annual Terry Patters Dash medal, t-shirt and goodies 7/8 girls 25 meter Paige Reynolds Golf Tournament will be held Aug. from our sponsors. More informa- 5 at Poppy Ridge Golf Course near 23.50; 9/10 girls 25 meter Maya tion on the event website, http:// Morgenstern 21.99; 9/10 boys 25 Livermore. meter Ethan Braga 20.35; 11/12 The tournament is a fund- trivalleytriclub.com/youth/splash girls 50 meter Marissa Lawrence raising event for melanoma Participants must be able to 37.02; 13/14 girls 50 meter Lindsay research. Terry Patters died in swim at least 25 yards indepen- Dillon 38.31; 13/14 boys 50 meter 2010 from basal cell melanoma, dently without stopping. Fee is $30 Chase Sinclair 38.11; 15-18 girls 50 said her husband, Dave Patters of per child through June 15. Price meter Rebecca Pollitz 36.88 Livermore. The tournament is a goes up to $35 June 16. Includes IM: 9/10 girls 100 meter Vanes- way to help provide funds to find one day USAT license. Register a cure, so that others won't have sa Montiel 1:33.89; 11/12 girls 100 online or find more information meter Marissa Lawrence 1:10.81; to suffer. 13/14 girls 100 meter McKenna In addition to golf, there will on the event website http://trival- Harris 1:15.16; 13/14 boys 100 be a silent auction and a buffet leytriclub.com/youth/splash meter Chase Sinclair 1:12.05; 15-18 dinner. People who do not play girls 100 meter Erin Walsh 1:08.35 golf are encouraged to come for The following swimmers im- the dinner. Pleasanton Rage proved times by taking off at least Registration is open now, Soccer 3 seconds: Matthew Holbrook 25 and is scheduled to close on July Registration continues for the yard freestyle; Alisa Ottaway 50 22. Patters has a web page that Fall Rec Season for girls in the U5/ yard freestyle; Kelsey Harrington explains ticket prices and other U6 to U19 age divisions. Rage has 25 yard butterfly; Abby Smith 50 details. It may be found at http:// new programs to enhance the Rec yard butterfly; and Noah Marek 25 events.melanoma.org/terrypat- soccer experience for all players yard backstroke. tersgolfin2013/. and coaches including revamped Rec Flight programs, free coach- Bocce Kits for Rent ing education, and reduced fees Briarhill vs. Del Prado The Livermore Area Recre- for U5/U6-U7 players. Come out Great fun was had by all as the ation and Park District is making and play, register today at www. Briarhill Barracudas hosted the Del bocce ball kits available for rent pleasantonRAGE.org. Register Prado Stingrays this past Saturday to the public. through June 30th. at the Del Prado facility. The score Bocce ball kits can be checked PAGE 8 - The Independent, JUNE 27, 2013

Knights of Columbus surprised a teacher. See story for details. A Surpise for Room 75 The Livermore Knights a program that could put board and document cam- of Columbus presented a some cash to good use. era for the classroom. check for $3,849.39 to the (This visit came on the Since 1980, the Knights Livermore Valley Joint heels of my request for of Columbus at all levels School District. Chuck the funding of a docu- have provided more than Bellavia, the Grand Knight, ment camera being turned $380 million to help those and Dennis Lundbom, down just days before by with physical and mental Deputy Grand Knight, our PTSA due to lack of disabilities. This benefit delivered a check to Mrs. funds.) I was not sure what represents the Knights of Kim Callon, Room 75 SDC to expect, but was hoping Columbus’ commitment Teacher, and Al Bernal, to be able to partially fund to supporting their local Vice Principal of Menden- that document camera. communities. Each year hall Middle School (in the These wonderfully gener- the Knights of Colum- photo). The money was ous men gave me a check bus organize a three day raised in Livermore by that would buy me five or fundraiser with the help of Council 4588 with the spe- six document cameras! (As local merchants. A special cific purpose to be used for tempting as this is, I will thanks to Lucky’s, Nob teachers and students in the only buy one!) I will be Hill, Wal-Mart and Gro- Special Education Program. able to do quite a few nice cery Outlet who allowed This event was such a things for your children.” us to raise funds in front of surprise for Mrs. Callon she As a thank you to the their establishment. Most wrote the children’s par- Livermore Knights of of all, thank you to the ents, "I was told they would Columbus, the children in citizens of Livermore who be delivering a check to me Mrs. Callon’s class made took the time to stop by for my program. I thought a planter box decorated and donate to this worthy that it may be a mistake be- with their pictures and a cause. Tax deductible cause I had not applied for poster with caricatures of donations can be made by any grants recently. Well, themselves. Mrs. Callon’s sending a check to People Knights they are. classroom is being relocat- with Intellectual Disabili- “I received a visit from ed in the Fall of 2013. The ties c/o Council 4588; P.O. a couple of gentlemen who balance of the funds will Box 1007; Livermore, CA explained that they received be used to purchase a much 94550. my name as a teacher with needed interactive ‘smart’ Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority’s Paratransit Driver Honored for Saving Passenger’s Life

Livermore Amador Valley and Cabulance Comfort, and the passenger was found Transit Authority’s (LAVTA) was scheduled to transport inside and unresponsive. paratransit driver, Eric Drew, a regular passenger from Drew called 911, immedi- was recently honored with her home to an appoint- ately began CPR, and saved an award for demonstrating ment. Upon arriving at the the passenger’s life. exceptional performance passenger’s home, the pas- “Because of Drew’s ac- and going above and beyond senger was not at the curb tions, he was recognized on normal protocol to save the nor was there an answer a statewide level for exceed- life of a passenger. CalACT, to a cell phone call made ing his job expectations. a statewide, non-profit or- by ALC dispatchers. Drew This is one incident where Photos - Doug Jorgensen ganization that represents then went beyond protocol a heroic person’s action Reed the interests of small, rural for passengers who are not saved someone’s life.” says Photos, starting upper left, show just some and specialized transporta- available for their pick-up. Paul Matsuoka, Executive of the fun and games at the Alameda County Plumbing tion providers, presented the He knocked at the passen- Director for the Livermore Fair. The annual event runs through July 7 at Livermore, CA Q’Straint Above and Beyond ger’s door and could hear Amador Valley Transit Au- the fairgrounds in Pleasanton. Visitors can (925) 371-5671 award to Drew during their noise from the passenger’s thority. “We are honored to view fireworks each Friday starting at dusk. [email protected] Spring 2013 conference for service dog coming from have Eric be a part of our Concerts are offered once a day featuring top License #601931 drivers who go above and be- inside the home. After the team.” name entertainment. yond their job responsibility. continued lack of response, For information on Drew is a driver employed he contacted the building our paratransit servic- by LAVTA’s paratransit ser- manager to make sure every- es, visit our website at vices provider, American thing was okay. Upon entry, www.wheelsbus.com. Logistics Company (ALC) Livermore Cinemas the heat (r) DLp 12:10 1:05 3:00 3:55 6:05 7:05 8:50 9:45 white house down (pg13) DLp 12:25 2:00 3:40 5:10 6:55 8:30 9:55 monsters university (g) DLp-Dolby 7.1-CC 11:50 12:30 2:20 3:00 4:50 5:30 7:15 8:10 monsters university (g) DLp 3-d 1:00 3:30 Comedy Uncorked world war z (pg13) DLp 11:35 1:30 2:30 4:15 5:15 7:10 8:20 9:55 Saturday, July 27th world war z (pg13) DLp-3D 6:10 9:00 Benefiting Open Heart Kitchen the East (pg13) DLp 9:40 Check details online at: MAN OF Steel (pg13) DLp-dbox 12:45 3:50 7:00 10:00 www.retzlaffwinery.com MAN OF Steel (pg13) DLp 11:45 2:50 6:05 9:15 opens, wednesday, july 3: 1356 S. Livermore Ave. the lone ranger (pg13) DLp 12:50 4:00 7:00 10:00 Hours: Tue-Fri 12-2pm, the lone ranger (pg13) DLp d-box 11:40 2:45 5:50 9:10 Sat-Sun 12-4:30pm, despicable me 2 (pg) DLp 12:00 2:25 3:45 4:45 7:10 8:40 9:30 Mon-Closed despicable me 2 (pg) DLp 3d 1:10 6:15 (925) 447-8941 Kevin hart: let me explain (r) DLp 12:20 2:20 5:20 7:20 9:20 The Independent, JUNE 27, 2013 - PAGE 9

Kathleen Marie as David, in 1983 at Lawrence Livermore Na- for the San Ramon Country Club, and then held a similar (nee Muldoon) Vantine died peace- through tional Laboratory for 13 fully in his her older years. This was his favorite position at Livermore Area Kathleen Marie (nee brother Recreation and Park District Muldoon) Vantine died on Pleasanton job and he met so many home on and his wonderful friends that he where she retired after 22 Wednesday of respiratory years service. Her passions Feb. 23, friend, Rex still kept in contact with failure Rouviere. included playing golf and at UCSF 2013, af- through the years. Wallace bridge, and entertaining Troy grad- was a devoted Christian Hospital ter a long friends with lavish dinner wife Ann Yale Burrus, his battle with uated high and member of Jubilee Tri- in San school in parties. In recent years, she daughter Elizabeth Kastner, cancer. Valley Church. He was such was an active member of Francis- his son Matthew (Agnes), 1984 and attended Chabot a kindred spirit to all who co. She David was born to the SIRettes (Seniors in Retire- granddaughters Noella and Community College for knew him. He had a passion ment) where she served as had fam- late Herman Storch and Her- Alianne and sister Dorothy mie Lenz on Dec. 5, 1936, two years where he was the for living, and touched many treasurer, the Livermore- ily by her Blackbird and family in in Madera, CA. He grew president of the fencing club. lives just by being Wallace. Amador Symphony Guild side and Minnesota. up in the Central Valley and Troy attended the Heald Col- Some of his hobbies includ- where she was a member passed peacefully. Kathy’s Bob was a graduate of later moved to the San Jose lege of Hayward in 1988. ed, hanging out at Panama volunteer, and the Las Posi- loss will put a giant hole in Livermore High School in area with his mother and Troy received an Associ- Red Coffee Shop, spending tas Women’s Golf Group. the life of her family and Livermore, CA. He attended late stepfather William C. ates Degree in Electronics time with his grandchildren, A memorial service to friends who loved her for San Jose State College be- Terrell. He graduated from Engineering. Berkeley flea market shop- honor her memory is sched- her caring warmth, upbeat fore joining the Air Force Campbell High School and In December of 1987 ping, and 49ers, 60 minutes uled for Tuesday, July 2 personality and availability in 1951 and becoming an earned a BA in Mathemat- Troy married Celeste Rou- and people watching. at 1:00 p.m. at Callaghan to discuss any issue, large Air Force pilot. Through his ics from San Jose State viere at Granada Baptist A celebration of life will Mortuary located at 3833 or small. career, he was stationed in University. Church. In June of 1988, be held at Callaghan Mortu- East Avenue, Livermore. Kathy was born in Phila- Morocco, Long Island, NY, David worked as a com- Troy and Celeste had their ary Livermore, Friday. June In lieu of flowers, the fam- delphia, the second daughter Texas, Japan and worked puter scientist at the Law- daughter Ashley Marie 28, 2013 at 1030 a.m. Pastor ily asks that a donation be made in Patricia’s memory of Peg and Tom Muldoon. in training the Chinese Air rence Livermore National Creek. When Ashley was Todd Hendricks of Jubilee Laboratory for 37 years, to the Livermore-Amador Unfortunately, Kathy lost Force while stationed in two and a half, Troy and Ce- Tri-Valley Church will be starting as an operator on leste had their son Zachary Symphony Guild. her father at an early age; she Taiwan. He had the pleasure the UNIVAC I, one of the officiating. was raised in a loving home of flying Bob Hope to Viet- Taylor Creek in December first computers. He was the of 1990. Troy and his family Rosemary Lucia by her mother and grand- nam for one of his Christmas Group Leader of the Large- Trisha Ann mother and surrounded by tours. He then served out moved from California and Schlageter Scale Systems Group at settled in Salt Lake City for Punahele Hopfe an extended, caring family. of Travis Air Force Base what became the National Beloved Mother, Grand- the last 18 years. Troy had Trisha Hopfe, 31, of mother, and Great-grand- She attended St. James Paro- in California. After Travis Magnetic Fusion Energy Pleasanton, CA, passed chial Grade School, Melrose AFB, Bob and family moved a passion for computers and mother, Computer Center, responsi- around June 6, 2013. Academy, and Holy Family to Illinois where he was chose to make them his ca- Rosemary ble for the operating systems She was one of 4 children College, graduating in 1969 stationed at Scott Air Force on the largest supercomput- reer. In 2003 Troy obtained Lucia with a degree in English. Base. Last duty station was ers available at the time. He a certificate for computer born to Sharon and Mike Schlag - Kathy met her husband Charleston Air Force Base retired in 1996. programming which led him Hopfe. She had a brother, eter passed Harry (Chip) at a dance class in South Carolina where he Flying was one of Da- to his job at PSI where he Thomas Hopfe, and two twin away on in 7th grade. They became served as base commander. vid’s favorite hobbies; he worked for ten years. He was sisters Brooke and Shannon June 21, best friends in college and He then decided to retire af- had a pilot’s license and an active member of a group Hopfe. 2013 to be were married in 1969. The ter 26 years of service in the several remote controlled of online friends with whom Trisha was born in Cas- reunited with her husband, couple moved to Livermore, Air Force. Bob and family gliders. In his retirement, he he played several computer tro Valley at Eden Medical Bertrand John Schlageter enjoyed Sudoku and weekly games for over ten years. Center on January 8, 1982. and her Mother and Father, California in 1973. Kathy then moved to Stockton, CA. Julia Elizabeth Nolan and was active in Livermore Memorial service was breakfasts with friends from Troy had an eclectic taste She was raised in Castro the Livermore Lab. He also in music and movies but Joseph Patrick Nolan. She Newcomers where she made held in Savannah, Georgia Valley and then moved to is survived by her daughters many dear friends. Kathy enjoyed camping and go- especially enjoyed Grego- at St. John's Church on April ing to RV rallies, as well as Pleasanton where she lived a Susan Everhart and Theresa and Harry were blessed 19, 2013. rian chanting. He was an very short life. She attended helping his ex-wife Nancy amiable man and was liked Schlageter and her grand- with three lovely children, both Amador Valley and Vil- children Casey and Ryan Storch with various projects. by all. Troy was a symbol Erica (John), Jessica (Paul), Peggy (Olga) Moliterno David had a warm, lage High Gurno. Kelly and two grandchildren June 11, 1919-June 20, 2013 of the utmost courtesy and Rosemary was born on friendly personality. He was respect. Troy’s favorite say- School. whom Kathy adored, Caitlin Resident of Pleasanton February 2, 1923 in Oak- introverted, but with a good ing was, “Say to God how Trisha en- and Xander. Peggy passed away sense of humor, and often joyed a land, California. An only awesome are your works” nd A memorial service will peacefully on June 20, just punctuated conversations career as child, she grew up on 42 -Psalm 66:3. He gave ev- street in Oakland with her be held at Saint Michael’s 9 days after her 94th birthday. with sharp quips. He was a Real Es- Church in Livermore on also very stubborn and held eryone equal treatment, non- parents Julia and Joe, and She was a cherished mother, judgemental support and tate agent. was surrounded by family Friday, June 28 at 11:00 AM. grandmoth- strong moral convictions. Memorials may be made to He was loved by his family love. Troy was a perfect She was a and friends in the neigh- er, great- the American Red Cross. and friends, and he will be father and loyal friend. Troy mother of borhood. She attended Arrangements by Cal- grand- dearly missed. passed away on April 14th, two. Trisha Holy Names High School laghan Mortuary. mother, David was preceded in 2013 at 47 years old from a enjoyed music, dancing and and Sacred Heart School and friend. death by his parents, his cancerous brain tumor. being with her friends. She in Oakland. She met the love of her life; Bert, while Jaymie Bernard She will be stepfather, and his brother, A Celebration of Life was was loved my many, touched missed. L. Steven Storch. held for Troy on April 18th by all she interacted with and working at Taylors Leather Jaymie Bernard - a kind David is survived by Goods on Shattuck Avenue and gentle soul has gone to Peggy 3:00 pm at Canyons Church everyone will remember her was born five children: from his first in Cottonwood Heights, in Berkeley. They married be with her Lord and Savior forever. We will love her and moved to Livermore to and raised marriage: Desiree Storch, Utah. The family asks that with all of our hearts and Jesus Christ on June 17, of San Rafael, CA; Derek open Schlageter’s Statio- 2013. She was born in Liver- in New any donations be made in hope that she is resting in Davis; and David Storch, Troy's name to: Huntsman nery in 1949. The store was more, CA York City. peace. a mainstay on First Street of Modesto, CA; from his Cancer Foundation, Restrict on April She and Jerry Moliterno second marriage: Benjamin Services will be held in Livermore for 33 years, 5, 1959 were married Sept. 6, 1941, Donation to Glioblastoma Saturday, June 29 at 4 p.m. serving three generations of Storch, of Haworth, NJ; Research, 500 Huntsman to James and lived in New Jersey; at the First Presbyterian friends and neighbors in this and Isaac Storch, of Ithaca, Way, Salt Lake City, UT and Amy they were childhood sweet- NY. He is also survived by once small community. 84108, (801)-584-5800. Church, 2020 5th St, Liver- Webb of hearts. Jerry then served in eight grandchildren, three more. In 1961 they adopted Liver- the Army-Air Force during great-grandchildren, and a Anyone with informa- Susan, and the following year Theresa. They doted more, World War II. Part of the sister, M. Lynn Storch, of Wallace Davis tion regarding Trisha Hopfe Wallace Davis, 67, of on their girls and provided a CA. time, he was stationed at San Jose, CA. please call Detective Scott In lieu of flowers, the Livermore, California, warm and special home life From Homestead Air Force Base Buer at 415-720-4852. This her moth- family is requesting that passed away on Friday, June with idyllic summers at their and fell in love with Florida. donations be made to either 21, 2013 at Kaiser Hospital is an open case and any leads cabin in South Lake Tahoe er's fam- After they retired, they could really help find the and holidays with loving ily side, Castle Air Museum (5050 in Walnut Creek after a cou- moved to Florida and spent Santa Fe Dr., Atwater, CA rageous 24 year battle with person who did this. family. After they retired in she comes from a long line many happy years there. In 1982, Rosemary was called of the Alviso family, who 95301) or the American Leuke- 1995 they moved to Cali- Cancer Society (http://www. upon to nurture her ailing came to the Livermore Val- mia. Patricia Jean Stella fornia to be near their only cancer.org/). Donations to Patricia Jean Stella, age mother, the girls’ beloved ley in the late 1800s. She met Wal- daughter, Arlene Thompson. Castle Air Museum will go 76 and a resident of Liver- Grandma, until her passing and married her high school lace was in 1990. Months later she Peggy loved gardening, towards installing a bench born more for nearly 50 years, sweetheart Tom Bernard. in David’s memory next to passed away unexpectedly lost her beloved Bert, but They were married in Liver- baking, doing crossword March never faltered in her love puzzles, sewing and mak- the B-17 bomber. Please on Saturday June 22, 2013. more on July 9, 1977. They indicate on checks that the 24, and support of her daugh- 1946 to A devoted wife and mother, have been celebrating their ing her own clothes. She donation is in memory of F. she leaves behind her hus- ters and grandchildren. She marriage since then. Tom was preceeded in death David Storch. Pearline band of 58 years, George faced her last illness with the always considered Jaymie by her husband Jerry, who An informal memorial Davis Stella, her two sons and grace, wit, and humility that to be his dear bride. also lived to 94. She is will be held at noon on Sun- and Er- their spouses, Jon and Gayle epitomized her life; never She was preceded by her survived by her daughter day Aug. 11 at Coffee Ali, nest Stella of Livermore, Michael complaining, and always brother Ron Webb whom Arlene, granddaughter 3550 Bernal Ave., Suite 140, Snelling, Sherry Stella of Pleasanton, gracious to the caregivers. she shared fond memories Taryn Thompson and her Pleasanton. Friends are wel- both of Moultrie GA. Wal- and her daughter Stephani A kind and warm soul when they were young and husband Chris Flexhaug come to come and join with lace was born and raised in Aronson of Brentwood. Her who lived with an open spending many days out family in sharing memories. Moultrie, Georgia. He was sister, Susan Austin, resides heart and unconditional and Peggy’s great-grandson love, she touched so many at the Delta. She was also Parker, 2; and by grand- David’s ashes will be buried the eldest of 10 children. in Lakewood Colorado. She without ceremony in the He is survived by his father was preceded in death by her with her unwavering faith, preceded by stepbrother Jim daughter Kristyn Thompson Mountain Ranch Cemetery, Ernest Snelling, son Jamaal brother Robert Maki of Hun- loving smile, and comfort- Webb, and many, many rela- and great-grandson Jackson, ing words. tives and friends who loved near the graves of his mother Risser and daughter Nequi- tington Utah, and her parents 1; and by her sister, Joan and stepfather. sha McCarthy, son-in-law of Riverside, California. Friends are invited to Jaymie very much. Riccardo. visit after 5pm, and attend She had a strong faith in Michael McCarthy, daugh- Born October 28, 1936, in A private service will be Troy Shane Creek ter-in-law Martha Sexton, Steamboat Springs, Colora- the Vigil Service at 7pm, the Lord and his promises, held at Sacramento Valley do, to Julius and Ione Maki, on Tuesday, July 2 at the and is enjoying His pres- Troy Shane Creek was grandchildren Kaden Mc- National Cemetery, where Patricia spent her child- Callahan Mortuary, 3833 ence now. born on March 2nd, 1966 Carthy, Brandon McCarthy she will be buried beside her hood in Dragerton, Utah, East Avenue in Livermore. Arrangements by Cal- to Brenda Gale Zuschin and and Cassius Risser, as well A funeral mass will be held beloved Jerry. where she met and married laghan Mortuary. Thomas Wayne Creek in as 9 brothersTop ten re asonsand whysisters,you should purchase your glasses at on Wednesday, July 3 at The family extends their many nieces and nephews. George on June 4, 1955. Livermore, CA. In 1975, After George served in the 10:30 at St. Charles Borro- sincerest gratitude to the Troy’s brother Joseph Zus- Wallace left Georgia in U.S. Army, the newlyweds meo, 1315 Lomitas Avenue Robert Edward Kastner staff at New Haven Care 1966.VA HeLLEY attended Job EYECARE Corps CENTER Robert Edward Kastner, chin was born. Troy grew settled first in Riverside, in Livermore. Interment Home in Pleasanton, for up in California and attended 1.in Professional Pleasanton, Staff California 8. Quality Products Colonel United States Air California, before moving will follow at St. Michael's making Peggy’s last two Livermore High School with 2.from Excellent 1966-1968. Service He spent 9. One-Year Product Guarantee Cemetery on East Avenue in Force retired, 83, died in 3. Competitive Prices 10.north Guaranteed to Livermore Satisfaction in 1966. years so comfortable and se- his best friend David Jones. a few years in New York, Livermore. Savannah, Georgia on April 4. 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Resident Rescued from Burning Home The Livermore-Pleasan- Ben Plake and Firefighter- The unit sustained mod- ton Fire Department (LPFD) Paramedic James Smith. erate damage due to the fire responded to the report of a The report of the successful and was not inhabitable structure fire at a residential rescue was broadcast on fire as a result of that damage. motel style occupancy at department radios by Capt. All units were evacuated 1321 Portola Ave. in Liver- Solak at 10:44. during the fire and rescue, more on June 21. A woman Two additional citizens temporarily displacing ap- was trapped inside of a burn- were injured at this incident. proximately 15 residents. ing unit. Upon arrival at the A male suffered smoke inha- The origin of the fire is site, firefighters forced entry lation while attempting to believed to be in the sleeping through a locked and dead- rescue the trapped woman area of the motel room style bolted door to the involved prior to fire department ar- occupancy next to the beds. unit and proceeded to the rival. He was treated at The specific cause remains bathroom at the back of the the scene and released. A under investigation, but ar- unit where the victim was lo- female suffered a minor son is not suspected. . cated and removed to safety. injury while evacuating an A total of 4 Fire Engines, Photos - Doug Jorgensen The victim, an adult fe- adjacent unit. She initially 2 Fire Trucks, the Fire Chief, The annual Livermore Relay for Life was held last weekend at Livermore High School. male, was transported via declined ambulance trans- Deputy Fire Chief and Bat- The 60 teams were made up of 711 participants who raised over $236,514.30 (may Paramedics Plus ambulance port, but later in the incident talion Chief responded to not include all donations). The fun event featured teams who walk to raise the from the scene in apparent was transported from the this incident for a total of 23 money. Some came dressed in costumes. The relay is an event where the community stable condition. The crew of scene by Paramedics Plus firefighters. Two ambulances celebrates the lives of people who have battled cancer, remembers loved ones lost, Engine 97 consisted of Cap- at her request. No firefighter and a Paramedic Supervisor and fights back against the disease. tain Jason Solak, Engineer injuries were reported. from Paramedics Plus also responded to the scene.

(continuedZONE from page7 one) manager Janice Stern told ings at both Shadow Cliffs the board that she will work and Lake Del Valle. to see what can be done Director John Greci said about having a trail around that his conversations with Lake I, and what the pos- San Francisco Water District sibilities might be for trails personnel showed him that at the other lakes. the district keeps people out One audience member of its San Antonio Reservoir warned against recreational and the Turner Dam, partly trails near the lakes. Don- because of the potential li- ald Kahler, president of ability, and also to protect Pleasanton Gravel Co., said, the watershed's quality. "Putting trails in there is the "Recreation is not their dumbest thing you can do." number one concern. I agree The gravel firm still has with that," said Greci. property there. "Kids cut However, Zone 7 has holes in the fence, and come worked with LARPD and in," said Kahler. EBRPD on trails. "If an The situation results in a agency were willing to step high degree of liability for up to the plate, which will whoever owns the lake, said take a lot of money and a lot Kahler. of personnel, I'm all for it," Director Dick Quigley, said Greci. a trails enthusiast, pointed Board president Sarah out that the Iron Horse Trail Palmer said that the message through neighborhoods has to Pleasanton is that Zone 7 been well-accepted. He ac- thinks of water quality and knowledged the fact that reliability, and also safety, lakes can be dangerous. as paramount. In the Valley there are two Evluation will continue parks with access for water of various uses for all three use. There have been drown- lakes.

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LEGAL NOTICES This business is conducted may be obtained at the Al- Esther Shin, 1099 Carrara MERCHANDISE NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS Unlicensed persons taking housing and employment by an Individual ameda County GSA Current Way, Livermore, CA 94550 jobs less than $500 must that contain any preference, FOR INFORMATION The registrant began to Contracting Opportunities This business is conducted 115) ESTATE/ GARAGE/ 155) NOTICES state in their advertisements limitation or discrimination PLACING LEGAL transact business under the Internet website at www. by an Individual YARD SALES “NOTICE TO READERS: that they are not licensed based on protected classes, NOTICES fictitious business name(s) acgov.org. The registrant began to GARAGE SALE California law requires that by the Contractors State including race, color, Call 925-243-8000 listed above on 03/01/2013. 6/27/13 transact business under the Friday 6/28 & Saturday contractors taking jobs that License Board.” religion, sex, handicap, Signature of Registrants CNS-2500166# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS fictitious business name(s) 6/29 total $500 or more (labor familial status or national :s/: Michael J. Chalkley THE INDEPENDENT Legal listed above on N/A. REAL ESTATE NAME STATEMENT 9:00AM - 3:00PM and/or materials) origin. IVPC does not This statement was filed No. 3484 Signature of Registrants Inland Valley FILE NO. 478823 1648 Altamar Way be licensed by the Contrac- knowingly accept any The following person(s) doing with the County Clerk of :s/: Esther Shin Publishing Co. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Livermore tors State License Board. advertisements that are in business as: UNCLE Invest- Alameda on May 29, 2013. This statement was filed Client Code:04126-00001 NAME STATEMENT Off Vasco / Garaventa State law also requires violation of the law. ment Services, 2100 Las Expires May 29, 2018. with the County Clerk of Re: Legal Notice for FILE NO. 479756 Ranch Road that contractors include Positas Court, Livermore, CA The Independent Legal No. The following person(s) do- Alameda on June 6, 2013. Classified Ads their license numbers on 94551, is hereby registered 3482. Published June 20, ing business as: Grapevine Expires June 6, 2018. The Federal Fair TO PLACE A 27, July 4, 11, 2013. GARAGE SALE all advertising. Check your by the following owner(s): Newsletter Service, 2150 The Independent Legal No. Housing Act, Title VII of CLASSIFIED Saturday 6/29 contractor’s status at UNCLE Credit Union, 2100 NOTICE OF APPLICATION Portola Ave #D203, Liver- 3487. Published June 27, the Civil Rights Act of AD 8:00AM - 2:00PM www.cslb.ca.gov or Call Las Positas Court, Liver- TO more, CA 94551, is hereby July 4, 11, 18, 2013. 1964, and state law prohibit more, CA 94551 5th & J Streets (800)321-CSLB (2752). (925)243-8000 SELL ALCOHOLIC registered by the following ANIMALS Livermore advertisements for This business is conducted BEVERAGES owner(s): by a Corporation 2) CATS/ DOGS Children’s toys, Clothes; Date of Filing Application: Rhonda Lynn Frye, 2150 Por- Teaching supplies; The registrant began to for June 12, 2013 tola Ave #D203, Livermore, ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, Books, Misc transact business under the To Whom It May Concern: CA 94551 adoption information contact fictitious business name(s) The Names(s) of the This business is conducted Valley Humane Society at listed above on N/A. Applicant(s) is/are: by an Individual (925)426-8656. MOVING / ESTATE SALE Signature of Registrants Saturday 6/29 NORCAL COCONUTS LLC The registrant began to Adopt a new best friend: :s/: Harold Roundtree, Presi- 8:00AM - 2:00PM The applicants listed above transact business under the TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal dent/CEO 1945 Heidelberg Drive are applying to the Depart- fictitious business name(s) Rescue, offers animals for This statement was filed Livermore ment of Alcoholic Beverage listed above on N/A. adoption every Saturday with the County Clerk of Household items, Control to sell alcoholic bev- Signature of Registrants and Sunday, excluding most Alameda on May 24, 2013. Furniture & Tools erages at: :s/: Rhonda Frye holidays. On Saturdays from Expires May 24, 2018. 4825 HOPYARD RD, STE This statement was filed 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are 127) LOST/ FOUND The Independent Legal No. F10 with the County Clerk of available at the Pleasanton 3473. Published June 6, 13, WALLET FOUND PLEASANTON, CA 94588- Alameda on June 19, 2013. Farmers Market at W. An- 20, 27, 2013. on bike path behind 2772 Expires June 19, 2018. gela and First Streets. Two Type of license(s) Applied for: The Independent Legal No. Our Savior Lutheran FICTITIOUS BUSINESS locations will showcase cats Church NAME STATEMENT 47 - On-Sale General Eat- 3485. Published June 27, only: Petsmart in Dublin from ing Place July 4, 11, 18, 2013. 5/24/2013 FILE NO. 478587 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet Please call (925)443-2245 The following person(s) do- Department of Alcoholic FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Extreme in Livermore from ing business as: JBA Equine Beverage Control NAME STATEMENT 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, 1515 Clay St. Ste 2208 Services, 4006 Dyer Road, FILE NO. 478942 cats are available at Petsmart LOST Oakland, CA 94612 Livermore, CA 94551, is The following person(s) doing in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, Family Cat with Chip (510) 622-4970 hereby registered by the business as: Starlight Marble and Pet Extreme in Livermore REWARD The Independent Legal No. following owner(s): & Granite, 6429 Southfront from 12:00 to 4:00. For more Lost in Livermore. Orange 3483. Published June 20, 27, Jill Barclay Alchorn, 4006 Road Unit D, Livermore, CA information, call Terry at tabby with orange eyes. July 4, 2013. Dyer Road, Livermore, CA 94551, is hereby registered (925)487-7279 or visit our No collar, with front paws 94551 NOTICE of INVITING BIDS by the following owner(s): website at www.tvar.org declawed. Approx. 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Youth Camps Available ceremonies. The East Bay event to Irrigation Management." For more information, please Joaquin County, with a focus contribution to more than $3.6 The Livermore Area Rec- held on May 17th in Martinez The event will be held from contact Shari Jackman at (925) on science and math education million. reation and Park District has honored 32 teachers. Families, 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Sun., July 21. 556-4555, or via email at shari. and cultural arts. The Com- "For more than 60 years, plenty of programs for youth peers, community leaders and University of California [email protected]. munity Gift Program expands we have been part of this com- to hit the gym while taking a BHG agents honored the teach- Cooperative Extension Farm upon LLNS’ community giving, munity and we continue to break from hitting the books all ers at the Foundation’s 21st Advisor Janet Caprile will which continues to benefit the vastly appreciate the support summer long. Community annual ceremony. teach the workshop. Learn Gift Program Greater Bay Area. we receive. It is both an honor • Summer Youth Sports In December 2012, LLNS and pleasure to be able to help Camp for ages 5 to 11 (divided “The Education Foundation how to estimate an orchard's Lawrence Livermore Na- into three age groups) provides began in 1992 with a vision to water demand, schedule water tional Security, LLC (LLNS) is matched $1 million in employee support our community through access to outdoor fields, the honor teachers for their tireless applications and evaluate water kicking off its annual Commu- donations to the Laboratory’s this Gift Program," said Parney aquatic center and gymnasium work on behalf of our children, quality. The workshop will in- nity Gift Program to benefit local HOME (Helping Others More Albright, LLNS president and at the Robert Livermore Com- our schools and our commu- clude a brief walking tour of the and area nonprofit organizations Effectively) Campaign. The LLNL director. munity Center. This camp is nities,” said Kathy Ollerton, Purple Orchid olive orchard and for 2013. HOME Campaign benefits All organizations interested suited well for beginner and Executive Director of Charities. a discussion about collaboration LLNS manages Lawrence community/nonprofit agencies in applying to the LLNS Com- intermediate level campers, who With this year’s grants, the Edu- (past and future) among local Livermore National Laboratory in the Tri-Valley, San Joaquin munity Gift Program must sub- will learn traditional and non- cation Foundation has awarded area olive producers. (LLNL) for the U.S. Department Valley and Greater Bay Area. mit a gift application to LLNS traditional sports and games to more than $818,000 in grants to Location is the Purple Orchid of Energy’s National Nuclear Since 1997, HOME has raised by Aug. 29, 2013. To be eligible, improve coordination and cardio more than $1 million annually organizations must be sustain- fitness. Morning, afternoon and 1,365 exceptional elementary, Resort and Spa, 4549 Cross Rd., Security Administration. all-day sessions are available. middle and high school teachers Livermore. The Community Gift through employee donations able and financially viable and Camps run from $83 to $215 since its inception. There is no fee for this Program provides a total of that go directly to agencies accountable for spending and depending on half- or full-day Local recipients include: program. $100,000 in awards to support selected by employees. Last program results. All applicants and which week. Fee includes a Erik Bertelson, Wells Middle Please RSVP by July 16, organizations addressing sci- year, LLNL employees pledged will be notified of the outcome of camp T-shirt. Buy three weeks, School, Dublin; Adam Gelb, 2013. Registration is requested. ence, technology, engineering more than $2.5 million to the their proposal by Oct. 31, 2013. and get a fourth week of camp Fallon Middle School, Dublin; Contact Susan Ellsworth at the and/or mathematics (STEM) HOME Campaign, the largest More information on LLNS free. Expanded hours are avail- Colin Dean, Livermore Valley Alameda County Conservation education, community service amount ever raised during the and its Community Gift Pro- able before and after camp for and philanthropic needs in com- years of conducting the HOME gram is available at www. $35 a week. Charter Prep, Livermore; Tom Partnership - susan.ellsworth@ Jones, Granada High, Liver- acrcd.org or (925) 371-0154 ext. munities having a large popula- Campaign. The contributions llnsllc.com. For an application, • Pee Wee Sports Camp for benefitted more than 400 local go to the Web at http://www. ages 4 to 5 gives young ones an more; and Lynn Cronin, Walnut 103. Include your name, affilia- tion of Lawrence Livermore introduction to T-ball, soccer, Grove Elementary, Pleasanton tion, phone and email. National Laboratory employees. agencies. Adding the $1 million llnsllc.com/communityGiving/ hockey and basketball. Kids “The grantees are teach- Nonprofit California educa- LLNS match brought the total llnsgift.asp. learn the basic skills of each ers who made an exceptional Salsa Cook-Off tional institutions, IRS-qualified sport through games and prac- contribution to their students The City of Dublin will host 501(c)(3) organizations and tice drills while meeting new during the past year,” added a "Salsa Cook-Off" at the Dublin government agencies serving friends and having fun. Five-day Ollerton. “This is our opportu- Farmers' Market on Thursday, Alameda, Contra Costa and San camps held weekdays from 9 July 11. The City is seeking Joaquin counties are eligible to The Coolest Place in Livermore to 11 a.m. at the Community nity to acknowledge their effort with grants that will help them participants. It will take place apply. Gifts will be awarded Center; $89 per week. on "Dublin Cooks Night" at the • LARPD Cheer Camp for continue their great work,” she in amounts from $1,000 to Farmers' Market. $20,000. ages 8 to 14 teaches campers added. Participants will need to proper techniques for mo- Each year, teachers receive Established in 2008, the bring their prepared salsa to the Community Gift Program re- tions, jumps, stunts, chants and $600, which they can use Market by 6:30 p.m. Judges will dances. Held at the Community however they like. The Educa- give points to chefs based on ceived 66 applications for grants Center the week of July 15 to tion Foundation grants do not flavor, uniqueness, and appear- in 2012. Twenty-six applications 19 from 9 a.m. to noon; $109. come from corporate funds, ance. The winners will receive were selected for awards, the • Youth 3-on-3 Basketball but directly from the personal a gift certificate from a Dublin majority of which served chil- Clinics offers youth entering restaurant of his/her choice. dren in the Tri-Valley and San third to eighth grades a chance donations of the REALTORS, Casbah Café is one of Livermore’s most authentic Middle to improve their skills in a low- owners, managers and staff as Eastern eateries. This Mediterranean kitchen churns out classic stress environment with healthy a way of acknowledging and dishes, including lamb chops, lamb shank, lamb gyros, falafel, and competition. The 3-on-3 play thanking teachers in their com- a host of other innovative home-style specialties. Try the Caspian allows each player to be more munities. salmon smothered in cumin and tarragon, or the fesenjan chicken, involved than full court 5-on-5 To nominate a favorite sautéed breast meat with pomegranate sauce and crushed walnuts. and allows for greater devel- teacher for 2014, visit our And you can’t go wrong with the ever-popular kebobs: the Persian opment of basics. This co-ed website at www.bhghome.com (koobideh) features spices so delicious; you’ll be transported to program is offered Fridays from under ‘About Us.’ another continent. Vegetarian/vegan and gluten free offerings 5 to 6:30 p.m. for third to fifth of eggplant and soy meatballs round out a very inviting menu. grades and from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for sixth through eighth grades. Olive Production Program runs Fridays through The Alameda County Con- Aug. 16; no program on July servation Partnership & UC 5. $50 for the clinic or $8 for Cooperative Extension will drop-in session. present a workshop on "Olive 1770 First Street, Livermore (925) 243-1477 To register for these offer- Production Basics: Introduction Lunch and Dinner Daily ings or for more information, visit www.larpd.dst.ca.us, call 925-373-5700 or visit the Com- munity Center registration staff at 4444 East Ave.

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PLEASANTON/LIVERMORE VALLEY | 900 Main Street 925.251.1111 THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION A 4th of July Festivities Planned PLEASANTON Community members are invited to join in what has become a tradition for celebrating the birth of our nation at a free family- friendly concert and picnic in Lions Wayside Park in Pleasanton from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. About 100 vol- unteers are involved in producing the celebration. “Celebrating Freedom and its Evolutions since the Revolution” features a free concert by Pleasan- ton Community Concert Band, under the direction of Bob Williams. Besides familiar, stirring patriotic music, this year the band will feature music com- memorating Gettysburg in 1863, during the Civil War. (continued on page 2) LIVERMORE Livermore's 4th of July Family Fun Fireworks will be held on Thurs., July 4 at Las Positas College. The event includes fam- ily fun, fireworks, arts and crafts, live entertainment, food and more. In Pleasanton, Ward Belding appears as Uncle Sam. The celebration begins at 4 p.m. and culminates with fireworks at dusk. Live entertainment will present a variety of perfor- mances starting at 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. with Rock on Tap, performing classic rock and roll. From 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. the 191st Di- vision Army Band will be on stage followed at 8:30 p.m. by the Livermore School of Dance present- ing a Red, White and Blue Dance Review. At 9 p.m,. ABC Music Source Kids' Fireworks lit up the sky at last year's event in Livermore. Chorus performs a patri- Pleasanton Community Concert Band. (continued on page 2) 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 Creatures of Impulse Presents Tri-Valley High: The Series Creatures of Impulse, their most recent, and group for teens in grades the Bay Area’s award-win- perhaps most impressive 9-12. Auditions are held in ning 26-member teen im- accolade when they were early summer for the fall prov troupe, is gearing up honored with the coveted season. Also available are for their most talked about state-wide 2012 Califor- improv workshops, includ- format to date. Tri-Valley nia Park and Recreation ing “The Great IMPROV High: The Series kicks off Society’s (CPRS) Creat- Play Date” for ages 11-18, on Wednesday, July 10, and ing Community Award for and “The Middle School plays out over the follow- Excellence in Youth De- IMPROV Experiment,” ing three Wednesdays in velopment. In addition to both available through the July as the troupe creates partnering with local high City of Pleasanton Parks a live, improvised, and schools and elementary and Recreation Depart- episodic teen soap opera, schools to bring innovative ment. full of teen angst. Audi- theater arts education into For more information ence members help create the schools and to the pub- on Tri-Valley High: The the characters, locations, lic at large, the award also Series, or Creatures of and plot for this popular acknowledged Creatures of Impulse Improv Troupe, interactive summer serial, Impulse’s efforts in partner- contact Mark Duncanson at with the grand finale on ing with local businesses, 925-931-4828 or mduncan- July 31. All shows are at and recognized their efforts son@cityofpleasantonca. the Firehouse Arts Center to celebrate teens and offer gov Theater, and start at 7:30 theatrical improvisation General admission p.m. classes, workshops, camps, tickets: $10 in advance, Creatures of Impulse has and performances that bring $15 at the door. Student grown from its beginnings youth and teens together to Teens prepare for performance. tickets: $5 in advance, $8 in 2006 as a City of Pleas- engage in the supportive at the door. Tickets can be anton Parks and Recreation culture of teen improv. Legacy Award. Regarding of the Bay Area Theater improv in 1994 when he purchased online at www. Department class, into the COI founder and direc- his passion for Creatures Sports improv program, was cast in “Liquid Soap,” firehousearts.org, by calling respected, award-winning tor Mark Duncanson is of Impulse, Duncanson and continuing profes- an improvised episodic 925-931-4848, and in per- teen improv program it is himself a recent award-win- is a huge advocate of the sional performer himself. soap-opera based out of son at the Box Office, 4444 today. In March of this ner, being a recipient of the supportive improv culture, He developed his love for San Francisco. Railroad Avenue, Pleasan- year, the troupe received 2012 Martin Luther King and is a seasoned graduate long-form, story-based COI is a performance ton. Parking is free.

Cabaret and Theater Star Samantha Samuels Performing in Musical Variety Show for Kids

The children’s theatre at- is also well-known as one Shore, winner of two Emmy rave reviews such as “always traction Samantha Samuels’ of the most accomplished Awards. The production entertaining, always inno- Kabaret for Kids comes to Cabaret artists in the country, features young people from vative, and always memo- the Firehouse Arts Center in with countless honors and the Contra Costa and Tri- rable,” the live show as well Pleasanton for two summer awards to her credit. She Valley areas. as the recorded CD version matinees for children and has performed nationally Maintaining its trade- is endorsed by schools, the- their families. and internationally, and ap- mark “for Kids, by Kids, atres, teachers, and parents, The kid-friendly 60 min- peared regularly in concert with Kids” philosophy, this and is praised for being as ute shows will be performed with legendary entertain- year’s presentation show- educational as it is enter- at 2:00 p.m. on Fridays July ers including Joan Rivers, cases the City of Pleasan- taining. 12 and August 2. Ideally Robin Williams, and Howie ton's award-winning Teen Tickets are $8-$12. Tick- suited for youngsters ages Mandel. Improv Troupe Creatures ets can be purchased online 3 to 10, the show has toured Kabaret for Kids was of Impulse; performances at www.firehousearts.org, by Performing Arts Centers, conceived and developed from The Music Box The- calling 925-931-4848, and in Theatres, Fairs, and Schools, by Samuels. She serves as atre Company’s production person at the Firehouse Arts and has become a staple in the host to guide the audi- of All Shook Up; 15 year- Center Box Office, 4444 the greater Bay Area com- ence through a fun-filled, old Magician & Illusionist Railroad Avenue, Pleasan- munity. music-filled, talent-filled, phenom Jack Alexander; ton. Box Office hours are Familiar to children's au- Musical Variety adventure as well as a variety of other Wednesday - Friday 12:00 diences as the celebrity host into the world of live theatre. rising stars from the local noon-6:00pm and Saturdays of the Annual Bay Area Songs were created just community. 10:00am-4:00pm, and 2 KidFest and FamilyFest for this show by songwrit- Consistently garnering hours prior to performances. Samantha Samuels events, Samantha Samuels ers Eric Vetro and Steven

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 3 Tenuta Winery Commemorates Livermorium Tenuta Vineyards in Special commemorative Livermore teamed up with bottles are for sale at Te- the scientists from the Law- nuta or by email. The cost 2012 rence Livermore National is $30 for a 2008 Cabernet 2013 Laboratory and a team of and $25 for the 2012 Estate SEASON scientists from the Flerov Chardonnay. Institute in Dubna, Russia To have bottles shipped Xtreme Force to present a special Tenuta email rich@tenutawinery. Dance Company Wine Label. com. Dance Around the World In 1989, Scientists from The winery is located at THU JUN 27 6:30pm the Lawrence Livermore Na- 633 Kalthoff Common in tional Laboratory collaborat- opted the names Flerovi- Livermore. Hours are Friday ed with a team at the Flerov um(114) and Livermori- to Sunday noon to 7 p.m., um(116) in recognition of Pavlo Institute in Dubna, Russia, Monday to Thursday noon Guitar Master of Flamenco resulting in the creation of this international effort. Both to 5 p.m. or by appointment, of these elements are now on and Latin Rhythms elements 114 and 116. International Union of Pure 960-1006. FRI JUN 28 8pm On May 30, 2012, the and Applied Chemistry ad- the periodic table. Led Zeppelin PLEASANTON (continued from front page) Concert Reading and commentary are given wooden tokens Experience from last year in the mosaic of performers between 10 Featuring Heartbreaker of the Gettysburg Address to trade for soft ice-cream of pictures on the printed a.m. and 6 p.m. SAT JUN 29 8pm will include speaker Ann cones at Meadowlark program, taken by photog- The day also includes Collins and vocalist Ward Dairy, adjacent to the park, rapher and graphic designer live horse racing, the mid- Belding as Uncle Sam. and adults are provided Lisa Lorentz. way and carnival, and many Also included will be a with colorful paper fans to displays and activities for Nitty Gritty tribute to those who have help beat the heat. Several ALAMEDA all ages. Dirt Band served in the military, shade canopies will be in COUNTY FAIR There will be no fire- Original Country past and present, and their place, in addition to the The Alameda County Fair works. However, fireworks Rock Legends families as the band plays shade provided by trees in 4th of July theme will be can be viewed on June 28 SUN JUL 7 7pm the anthems of each branch the park. Made in America. and July 5 at the fair. of the service. American Event sponsor is Heri- Activities will include The festivities are held Legion Post 238 and Vet- tage Bank of Commerce. a hot dog eating chili relay at the fairgrounds in Pleas- erans of Foreign Wars Post Music sponsor is AC- Oliver! contest, hip hop dance, and anton. For details on all of Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre 6298 will provide the color CUSPLIT. Food sponsor is a cakewalk. the activities, hours and JUL 20,21,26,27,28 8 & 2pm guard. Boy Scout Troop Lions Club, with assistance A Red, White and Blues admission, visit www.alam- 908 will lead the Pledge from Raley’s Market. Festival will feature a variety edacountyfair.com. AUG 2,3,4 8 & 2pm of Allegiance. Scouts also This year’s recipients of assist with set-up for the the Ed Kinney Community program, which attracts Patriot Award, Christine LIVERMORE Preservation hundreds of people of all Steiner and Harry Miller, (continued from front page) Hall Jazz ages. will be introduced. The otic song sing-along and ranges from crepes to All Audience members award is named in honor of the National Anthem. American food such as hot Band provide their own chairs or the first master of ceremo- Admission is $20 per dogs, hamburgers, corn on A Fiery Blast of blankets, and are encour- nies for the event, former vehicle or $5 per person the cob, and peach cob- Pure New Orleans Joy aged to wear red, white, mayor Ed Kinney. This walk-in. Children 6 years bler. Look for kettle corn, FRI AUG 9 8pm and blue. The audience can year’s master of ceremo- of age and younger are miracle snow and other sing along to “Happy Birth- nies will be Les Duman admitted free. Ride the treats. day” (to the United States (filling in for Ken McDon- Wheels Bus and entry fee The college is located at Keiko Matsui of America) and other pa- ald, who is recovering from is $6.00 for round trip ( 3000 Campus Hill Drive in A Free Spirit triotic songs. Mayor Jerry surgery). must purchase on-line by Livermore. in Contemporary Jazz Thorne will provide the Founded in 1998 by Friday June 28th to receive Livermore Downtown SAT AUG 17 8pm welcome as the program W.Ron Sutton, the all- discounted Bus and entry Inc. is hosting the event. begins. volunteer event is a fun ticket. After deadline - For more information A popular feature is “A way to “make sure that we $5.00 entry, $3.20 Round and updated details, go to GILBERT & SULLIVAN’S Dog & a Drink for a Dol- remember Fourth of July trip bus fare. www.livermoredowntown. lar” – the hot-dog lunch for more than fireworks Activities for kids com. Iolanthe sold by the Lions Club. and barbecues,” he noted. include contests, games and Las Positas College has Lamplighters Music Theatre Lions also provide hand- “We celebrate our shared prizes such as hula hoops, designated this a No Al- SAT AUG 24 8pm; SUN AUG 25 2pm held American flags for heritage – and still have and Candy Land Fun. Face cohol event. No alcoholic the first several hundred time for other activities in painting, glow-in-the- beverages will be sold or CALL CLICK members of the audience the evening.” dark accessories and other consumed on the campus. 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org to arrive. Free temporary One fun tradition for re- specialty items will be No ice chests or coolers tattoos of patriotic themes turning audience members COME BY available for purchase. will be allowed into the 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore will be offered. Children is looking for their photos Food for purchase event. 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 Review: 'The Liar' Terrific Comedy at Concannon

By Susan Steinberg adoration," he charms the monster which doth mock Run, don’t walk, to lady of his choice, whom the meat it feeds upon.” buy your tickets for “The he believes to be Lucrece. (If you’re into one-upman- Liar," the funniest, wittiest, Actually she is Clarice, ship, see how many others most audience-tickling betrothed in secret to his you can catch.) Most witty show in the Bay Area. friend Alcippe for two is his deliberate misquote And it’s playing right here boring years, and eager for to Cliton, “All the world’s in Livermore, as Shake- some action. a lie, and all the men and speare Associates presents Dumbstruck valet women merely liars.” the Saturday Night Live Cliton, congenitally un- Here the liar himself version of an old French able to tell a falsehood, is comes achingly close to classic. astounded at Dorante’s gift the truth: that each person No one who has labored of gab and the way his lies masks a secret self. As he over Pierre Corneille’s are so readily believed. To explains it, “The world’s long plays in iambic his friend Alcippe he de- a scrim, a fiction, a richly pentameter (I plead guilty) scribes an extravagant river tapestried inch-thick de- could have expected one cruise with his lady-love, piction, stretched over to become such a hip hit. complete with barges of some mysterious cosmic But in David Ives’ bril- musicians, a glorious feast hole.” Skewering social liant modern adaptation (served on alabaster plates pretenses, he continues, it is a riot of clever lines, by blindfolded virgins), a “For each man fears … wild physical comedy, display of fireworks, and that life’s a fraud, a fake, and amazingly astute a night of sensual revelry. an empty vial. Why else insights into human nature. (“Don Juan’s Thanksgiv- do people primp and pose? Directed by Lisa Tromov- ing,” murmurs an awe- DENIAL!!” He brilliantly itch, founder and guiding struck listener.) Believing defends his creed; “That’s light of the company, “The the lecherous lady to be his where the liar comes in, Liar” is both a madcap fiancée, Alcippe challenges because he KNOWS the romp and a thoughtful Dorante to a duel and truth, accepts the void, be- commentary on “what rushes to denounce Clarice cause he shows the absurd fools we mortals be." who is both amazed and comedia we’re all masked The plot is a complicat- amused at his outrage. for.” A dumbfounded ed “bedroom farce," with He cries, “Avaunt, I Cliton responds, “Ya know, amorous couples meet- say! My once prospective this may be more than ing, pairing off, breaking spouse.” Clarice crisply what I asked for.” up, and re-grouping in a retorts, “I can’t avaunt, Al- Slipping back into his constantly-changing merry cippe. This is my house.” dazzling wordsmanship, mix-up. Everything swirls Tart humor seems to be her Dorante details how the around Dorante, a young trademark, as she remarks liar makes our prosaic lives law student newly arrived to her friend Lucrece, seem beautiful, embel- in Paris to seek glory and “Most men can’t read you lishing dull reality with girls. Within a few minutes like a crystal ball, because brilliant colors through he has hired a tatterde- most men are surface – and the magic of his imagina- malion manservant and that’s all!” Referring to tion, “For in a world where encountered two lovely Alcippe’s absentee father, Kathryn Zdan and Sean Higgins appear in The Liar. Costumes by Barbara Murray. priests and princes lie, ladies strolling in the Tu- whose consent is required Scenic Design by Randall Enlow. Photo by Kenneth Alexander. the liar blends in like a ileries Garden. for their wedding, she calls butterfly. As he, in balance Spinning fantastic him “Lord Gout of Ghent." in unexpected places: before, but the cobbles delighting audience Bard- with the comic fiction, tales of his exploits in the A perfectly-possessed Dorante and Cliton scan always stayed beneath my fans. Dorante begins his persuades us doubting German wars, he proves Kathryn Zdan, so memora- a map to locate Lucrece’s feet before… knowing I’m River Seine seduction fools through mere convic- an imaginative inventor of ble as Diana in “Lend Me house, finally announcing on the ‘Place’ where you narrative with, “The barge tion.” It is an intriguing heroic battles at “Leber- a Tenor," scores audience “The Place Royale, G-3," live.” we lay in, like a burnished and thought-provoking wurst and Heissfrankfurter appreciation with every as listeners LOL. Later, Ives’ adaptation also throne, burned on the moment, like so many oth- und zo on." Describing deftly-delivered jibe. Dorante will arrive for his includes famous lines from water.” Later he warns his ers, soon left behind in an his terrible wounds and Ives skillfully inserts assignation singing “I have Shakespeare (an author friend Alcippe, “Beware of increasingly comical tangle a fictitious “6 months of hilarious anachronisms often walked on this street unknown to Corneille), jealousy – the green-eyed of mistaken identities and THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 5 REVIEW (continued from page 4) misunderstandings that simplemindedness. high-placed Presbyterians.” Livermore Shakespeare or purchase food and marvelous, and word of whirl the plot along. Twin servant girls to Shades of W. S. Gilbert!!! Festival, in their beautiful drinks from the Underdog mouth should make this a Dorante’s wild nar- the ladies, one a flirt and Some unexpected outdoor venue, Concan- Wine Bar, 925-583-1581. sell-out, so reserve tickets ratives are spell-binding the other severe, are both fireworks are generated by non Vineyard, 4590 Tesla Evenings can be cool, so at LivermoreShakes.org or operatic scenes, drawing enacted by the remarkably- seemingly mousy Lu- Road, Livermore. Playgo- warm wraps are recom- 1-800-838-3006 at Brown listeners on and off stage talented Rebecca Pingree. isa Frasconi as Lucrece, ers can arrive early to visit mended (blankets and hot Paper Tickets. ASAP. into the vivid action, As Isabelle, she is quick to her imagination fired by the tasting room, bring a coffee are available during You’ll have a great evening whether concocting a cliff- offer Cliton a succinct CV: romantic plays and openly picnic and enjoy wining intermission). The set- –I guarantee it !! hanging thriller of love, “I’m 28 – okay, I’m 29 – longing for a man. Her and dining on the grass, ting is magical, the show seduction, and a shot-gun single, straight, Catholic, adorable grimaces and wedding, or creating a but please don’t let that impish outbursts add spice “The Taming of the Shrew” opens June 27 at Concannon Vineyard in Livermore. ringside announcer’s blow- interfere. I like Italian food to the courting scenes William Shakespeare’s comic look at the battle of the sexes, The Taming of the by-blow account of his and English beer, stuffed as she advises her friend Shrew, and The Liar, adapted by David Ives from a 17th century comedy by Pierre frenzied mock-duel with animals, long walks, Clarice on the art of amo- Corneille comprise the Livermore Shakespeare Festival 2013 season. The produc- Alcippe. An endearing grin Chanel perfume. Here’s my rous conversation. Having tions play in repertory June 20 – July 21 under the stars at Concannon Vineyard. and smooth delivery, great address and the key to my warned of Dorante’s du- Tickets on sale now. Visit www.LivermoreShakes.org. comic timing and acting room.” plicity, she comes unglued ability (good grief, he even As Sabine, she indig- at his sudden protestations has me rhyming!) make nantly slaps poor Cliton of love not to Clarice, but Livermore Library to Present Rafael Jordan an incredibly when he pursues Isabelle’s to herself. After all, what appealing “hero." Nimble seductive invitation. Quick love-lorn lady could resist Series of Jazz Performances and suave as a fabled Mus- exits and entrances are no his blandishment in prose, keteer, self-absorbed but problem for this pert and “Please, Lucrece, let me try The Livermore Library is scheduled for July 21. and acoustic instruments. equally self-deprecating, he sassy newcomer, whose to deserve you.” Despite will present a series of jazz Charged Particles features The series concludes is able to laugh along with facial antics offer silent her rational doubts, she performances in July as three of the country's vir- with FivePlay on July 28. the audience at himself and commentary as obvious submits with a charming part of its Authors and Arts tuosos doing just that in the FivePlay, the sister group of everyone else. I guaran- as Cliton’s words. And grace, “The reasons, like program. electric jazz arena. Murray the DIVA Jazz Orchestra, is tee that his spur-of-the- as Sabine she offers the Dorante, are convolute. But All performances begin Low is a keyboard wizard rooted in the jazz tradition. moment pitch for a magical most sensible counsel of heart says love, and heart I at 2 p.m. in the Civic Center with dazzling Latin-jazz The quintet's repertoire is cure-all called “Powdered the evening, or perhaps can’t refute.” Library Storytime Room, technique and imaginative comprised of innovative Health” is itself worth the our lives, “However shifty Just when the plot 1188 So. Livermore Ave. improvisational skills. Ja- arrangements of classic and price of admission. the man’s bent might be, seems neatly tied in a bow, Leading off on July 7 will son Muscat is an inventive contemporary standards, as Durante’s good-hu- HEAR THIS: Each man’s astounding new revela- be the Suzanna Smith Quar- and sophisticated electric well as original music com- mored foil Cliton is played imperfect, so are we!” tions come from the most tet. Smith, a former Liver- bassist. Along with fiery posed and arranged by band with endearingly credible Sean Patrick Higgins, a unlikely source- Dorante’s more resident, is considered drummer Jon Krosnick, members. FivePlay is Sher- nerdiness by Paul Barrois, Livermore favorite as Ro- long suffering father to be an emerging talent on these players are making rie Maricle, drums; Tomoko whose interjections provide meo, returns as Dorante’s Geronte. In a role requir- the Bay Area jazz scene. some of the most electrify- Ohno, piano; Noriko Ueda, an amusing commentary overly-credulous, hyper- ing so many emotional She performs classic jazz ing jazz in the country today. bass; Jami Dauber, trumpet; on the proceedings. When emotional friend Alcippe. turns and “attitude adjust- standards, as well as original The trio's repertoire blends and Janelle Reichman, tenor Dorante wonders why Learning that most of ments”, veteran Patrick compositions and new lyrics jazz styles with elements saxophone and clarinet. Lucrece called him “liar”, the stories are merely Moore is simply superb. penned to traditional instru- from Latin music, classical The series is sponsored Cliton answers, “Well “fabulations," down to Tempering the traditional mental jazz songs. music, funk, and more, with by Friends of the Livermore maybe ‘cause you had your the last banquet detail, he “irate paterfamilias” with On July 14, the Oakland a distinctly acoustic sensibil- Library. For additional in- pants on fire.” Advising his expresses astonishment, genuine affection, paternal Jazz Choir takes the stage. ity, despite the fact that the formation, visit www.liver- master against calling out “He minted all those lies? pain, and a generous heart, The Oakland Jazz Choir is members play both electric morelibrary.net. under his love’s window I stand in awe.” Shrewd he becomes the archetype a group of dedicated singers Wine Festival Special: in the morning, he gives a Philiste responds, “Well, of the ideal dad – loving, from diverse backgrounds 1 olive oil and thoroughly modern expla- don’t forget, Alcippe. He proud, and indulgent of his who have joined voices to 1 balsamic vinegar $29! nation, “…Monsieur Du- studied law.” Many other quixotic son, but ready to take part in a new genre rante, it isn’t dawn yet for “zingers” keep the audi- chastise him for “conduct of vocal jazz. The group a debutante. The rich live ence laughing, especially unbecoming”. 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The Livermore Valley a close LVPAC’s Guitar Performing Arts Center has Fest LIVE! a celebra- announced the addition of tion of guitars and guitar a new singer-songwriter music now in its fifth category to the second year. The annual event annual Acoustic Guitar has featured headline Competition to be held this performances by world- September. class guitarists inside the Livermore Art Association gallery. The event will take Bankhead Theater, free place during LVPAC Gui- outdoor concerts and Livermore Art Association tar Fest LIVE! a weekend- guitar clinics, as well as long celebration of guitars a showcase of the latest Gallery Houses the Work and guitar music centered guitar equipment. of Local Artists in and around the Bank- Headlining Guitar Located in Livermore’s historic downtown is a little- head Theater in downtown Fest LIVE! in 2013 will known jewel of the cultural arts community, the Livermore Livermore. As with last be rock and roll guitar Art Association (LAA) Art Gallery. year’s inaugural event, master Rick Derringer, The LAA Gallery opened to much fanfare on September this open competition for best known for his chart- 15, 1974 in the old Carnegie Library (built in 1911) located non-professional guitarists topping hit “Rock and at 2155 Third St., between J and K. It houses art from many is expected to draw entries Roll, Hoochie Koo” and local artists who work in a variety of genres. There are from throughout the region. for joining Edgar Winter paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, textiles and more. Top finalists will perform on the iconic recording of Each piece is hand-made and unique. on the Artistic Edge Stage “Free Ride” in the 1960s. Gallery artists come from many different backgrounds. at Blacksmith Square Derringer will appear at Each brings his or her own special experience to the artwork. before a panel of expert the Bankhead Theater for The collections range from classical to modern, utilitarian judges and a live audience one performance only to whimsical. on Sunday, September 8, on Saturday evening, LAA also sponsors many art shows throughout the year 2013. Winners will be an- September 7, 2013 at 8:00 including Art Under the Oaks, Art in the Vineyard and the nounced at the conclusion p.m. Tickets will be avail- annual Spring Art Show at the Barn. All of these shows of the event. Prizes include able to the public begin- are open to the public and are free of charge. Admission to media exposure and perfor- ning in July. the gallery is also no charge. mance opportunities. Entrants in the Acous- Gallery hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 11:30 In 2012, the Acoustic tic Guitar Competition to 4:00 pm. Guitar Competition at- must be 18 years of age tracted talented competitors and a non-professional from around the Bay Area, guitarist as outlined in the including some from as far competition rules. Ap- as Tracy and Santa Cruz, Headlining Guitar Fest LIVE! in 2013 is rock and roll plications must indicate as well as a number from guitar master Rick Derringer. the category, whether Southern California. The instrumental guitarist or top finalists performed to a producer Joel Jaffe, who previously. “We were very singer-songwriter, and standing-room-only crowd, will assess each finalist pleased with the response be submitted by July 31, providing an enjoyable for technique, creativity, to the competition last 2013 with a $25 entrance To My Readers: afternoon of music with tone, musicianship and year and have been able fee. The top eight entrants I have made some errors in writing these columns, lively audience interaction. stage presence. Howarth, to build on that success will be invited to perform but perhaps the most egregious one was my omitting the San Jose-based guitarist who described last year’s to expand,” said Nancy before a panel of expert name of our fifth docent for the Third Grade Tours: Kathy Chris Surma was named event as highly inspiring, Mueller, LVPAC’s market- judges and live audience Baumgartner. Sorry, Kathy. This column is short today the 2012 grand prize win- is pleased to be returning ing director. “Offering both at Blacksmith Square on because I am telling you that I will be taking a long vaca- ner with Ryan Ayers from to an event she said stood categories was important in South Livermore Avenue tion. My last one was two years. During that time I wrote Playa del Rey as runner-up. out for the sheer caliber of that it now allows judges on Sunday, September 8, two books, and I hope to do that again. I just wanted you Returning as judges talent across a wide range to more fully recognize 2013. Applications and to know that I am not quitting because I have run out of in 2013 will be Guitar of age groups and styles. and reward the diversity of additional information Livermore history—there is still a great deal left to write Player magazine’s senior This year, contestants talent and the individual regarding the competition about. Thanks to all of you who have responded to my editor, Art Thompson, can choose to enter as player’s personal style,” as well as LVPAC Guitar work. KFOG’s Acoustic Sunrise an instrumental guitarist she added. Fest LIVE! are available Anne Homan host Rosalie Howarth, or singer-songwriter, a The Acoustic Guitar at www.guitarfestlive.com and Studio D Recording’s choice that was not offered Competition will bring to

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 7 WINE COUNTRY 'The Great Catsby' to Benefit By Harry Stoll Valley Humane Society Notes on Pinot Noir Kick up your heels in revelry at The Great Catsby! Join Valley Humane Society (VHS) for a swank evening of delectable eats, live music, and gambling on Saturday, A prince of a wine July 27, 2013 from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at the Veteran’s Hall in downtown Pleasanton. The event benefits the animal rescue Perhaps roaming Ro- caught king salmon, all berry. This Old World style programs and community services of VHS. mans brought Pinot Noir with, “Ah yes, perfect,” strikes a wonderful balance Try your luck in the Roaring ‘20s casino featuring rou- to Burgundy, or maybe results. while delivering its texture lette, blackjack, and craps, or join the exclusive, 24-seat they plundered it from 2009 La Rochelle and flavor complexity in a Texas Hold ‘em Poker Tournament for an additional buy- Burgundy and brought it Pinot Noir Santa Lucia silky and elegant manner. in. Vintage fashions are encouraged, perfect for enjoying to Rome, through which Highlands ($38). In 2010 Crooked Vine Pi- th the jazzy offerings of TheCoolTones’ 17-piece big band. all roads ran. Regardless, the 7 paragraph of his not Noir Livermore Val- Sample plentiful fare crafted by Chianti’s, Eddie Papas, this regal treat is light but winemaking philosophy, ley ($34). The grapes are Handles Gastropub, and the executive chef at Castlewood right, with many aromas winemaker Tom Stutz from the winery's Del Ar- Country Club and wash it all down with the signature Pink and flavors. One very says he likes the word royo estate vineyards high Pussycat cocktail. distinct flavor is what the “elevage.” It translates on Crane Ridge, where the For those whose gambling appetites are more modest, Europeans call “barn- from the French to “top weather is usually cooler take a chance on winning one of the many nifty raffle prizes yard,” and Americans call vignon.” His assistant shelf,” the right place for than the west end. Savor its or silent auction items. From a one-week vacation in Cabo “earthy.” I’ve not tasted winemaker, Jon Frost, his Pinot Noir. The grapes cherry, vanilla, and butter San Lucas, to sports packages, to local hotel and restaurant a barnyard, but I have adds, “. . . Pinot Noir does are from four vineyards, with bright raspberry on certificates, there is something to entice every player. lain on the good earth. not have a high capacity adding to Pinot Noir’s the palate and understand Tickets are just $65 per person, with the optional poker However you define this for change, so any intro- inherent complexity. It why it won a double gold tournament buy-in an additional $35 each. Tournament is quality, it’s a distinctive duction of a new varietal features dark cherry and medal at the 2013 San limited to 24 entrants, so register early! Tickets and tourna- deep pleasure. would be impactful even raspberry notes with a Francisco Chronicle Wine ment registration available online at www.valleyhumane. The grape name de- at low percentages.” subtle aroma of soy and Competition. org. The Veteran’s Hall is located at 301 Main Street, rives from the French for Jon’s father, Jim Frost, forest floor, a silky feel- 2012 San Francisco Pleasanton. “pine” and “dark.” The winemaker (and co- ing in the mouth, and a Bay Pinot Noir Rus- grape clusters are pine- owner) of Auburn James long, balanced finish. sian River Valley ($38). cone shaped. The grapes Winery, says, it’s not that 2010 Ruby Hill Pinot Winemaker Dan Baldwin are dark—but the wine it’s touchy, but that it’s Noir Arroyo Seco ($27). presents a Pinot a bit more is hardly Noir. The color “follower driven.” There’s Winemaker Chris Graves robust than his 2011 yet it 'Songs and Games from Around is garnet, matching the a purist attitude and they brings us a Pinot Noir bears the same lightness of velvet lapels of royalty. want 100% Pinot Noir. He with fulfilling flavors, being smooth, silky, and the World' Performance Set It’s a very fetching color points out that in Burgun- and aromas of the prized complex. It’s also down when held to the light dy and Oregon a varietal smallest leaves among and earthy. Dan aged it in The Livermore Public Library will present singer Bon- over a white tablecloth the buds of Pekoe tea French oak. You could try, nie Lockhart’s show, “Songs and Games from Around the must be 100% Pinot Noir and toasting her, him, or to label it as such. In Cali- plus dried flowers stored and buy, this new release World,” on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 at 10:30am, at the Civic them. in a cigar box brought at his tasting counter in the Center Library, located at 1188 South Livermore Avenue, fornia, it must be at least The color can some- from Havana in 1959, elegant redesigned tasting Livermore. “Songs and Games from Around the World” 75% (the usual standard). is one of many performances planned during the library’s times go a bit orange. Jim Frost likes to pair emptied, and never used room at Rios-Lovell, for 2013 Summer Reading Program, “Reading is So Delicious!” None of the Pinot Noirs his Pinot Noir with lamb again, so the scent is whom he also toils as the The Bay Area singer/songwriter performs a family con- reported on here have that chops, and, “of course, subtle. Further intrigu- winemaker. cert featuring sing-along, clap along, move-along activities problem, but it does bring ribs.” ing is the classic com- 2010 Eckert Estate Pi- with folk songs from many countries and cultures including up the question of blend- Dan Baldwin likes plex smoky and musky not Noir California ($20). Jamaica, Japan, Nigeria, Nicaragua and the United States. ing in other varietals to Pinot Noir paired with me- undertones overall. The Winemaker Mike Eckert’s This free performance, sponsored by the Friends of the darken the color. dium robust foods, such as oak is very subtle. It was first production of Pinot Library, will be held outside, with the audience to be seated San Francisco Bay lighter beef, pork chops, bottle-aged for more than Noir is a huge success, on tarps. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early for best winemaker Dan Baldwin or fresh fish. a year. with the aroma promising parking and viewing opportunities and to bring appropriate says anything more than Winemaker Mike 2008 Auburn James you a rose garden, wild sun gear. Summer Reading Programs are geared toward the teensiest amount Eckert of Eckert Estate Pinot Noir North Coast strawberries forever, and children ages 4 and older. would be detectable. Winery says his Pinot Noir ($38). The 2008 North cherry. Flavors of straw- The Livermore Public Library’s Summer Reading Pro- Ruby Hill winemaker is good for sipping or with Coast Pinot Noir is a berry and black cherry, gram is a free program featuring special events and prizes Chris Graves says, “Pinot lighter fare. lighter, Burgundian style with some pomegranate for all ages. Scheduled programs throughout the summer Noir, being a lighter I tried the following Pi- wine. The nose is filled and earthy undertones include storytimes, crafts, a wildlife presentation and in- and more elegant wine, not Noirs with dishes both with soft and subtle dark delight the palate. It’s ternational performances. Pick up a 2013 “Reading is So requires a bit more finesse fancy and plain, featuring fruits like plum and medium bodied with gentle Delicious!” calendar of events at any of the library’s three than a more rustic wine pork, chicken, lamb chops, dark cherry with hints of tannins and is beautifully locations. For further information, please call 925-373-5504, such as Cabernet Sau- strawberry and rasp- fruity, but not too. or visit the library’s website www.livermorelibrary.net. veal, and fresh, wild-

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Drawing, Mondays, July 8 – August Tapas, Tasting and Tunes, Fri., June 'Painting Around the World' Exhibit 26, ( 8 week session), 7-9 PM, $200; 28, 6 to 9 p.m. Posada Catering will be Jacob Hankinson, Intro to Drawing, selling gourmet tapas, Greg Chambers Opens at Livermore Library Fridays, July 5 – August 23, ( 8 week will offer live Jazz for you to enjoy, and session), 4-6 PM, $200. 2222 2nd a special wine flight or wine by the St. Suite 21, Livermore. 337-1799 or glass and bottle. $5/wine club member figureheadgallery.com $10/person. Release of 2010 McGrail Ukulele Circle, meeting June 29th. Vineyards Cabernet Reserve and Annu- Meetings are every 2nd and last Satur- al Cabernet Celebration Release Party day of the month from 12noon-1pm at on July 6, Live music by the Bacchus Galina’s Music Studio located at 2222 Brothers, wood-fired gourmet pizza by Second St., Suite 2, Livermore. Please Soleil Pizza, and fun on the front lawn. confirm participation by contacting Paellas, Pizza and the Patriot, July 13, us at (925) 960-1194 or www.Gali- celebrate Independence Day with the nasMusicStudio.com. Beginners are Patriot Cabernet. Enjoy small plates welcome. Bring some music to share of Paella from Juan Mendivel and with the group. Ukuleles are available Gourmet Wood-Fired Pizza by Soleil for purchase. Small $5 fee to cover Pizza. The Pink Pirates will be playing. meeting costs. Tickets are required $35/person, $29/ Firehouse First Fridays: Free Summer wine club member. www.mcgrailvine- Events at the Firehouse Arts Center in yards.com or (925) 215-0717. 5600 Pleasanton. July 5, August 2. All free Greenville Rd., Livermore. . Shown are two paintings that will be included in the and open to the public. Events include: Wine, Beats & Mobile Eats, Sun., June show. Open mic on Firehouse Theater Stage 29: Feast on fare from local food trucks anchored by special guest acts, while sampling wines from Wente "Painting Around the World," an exhibit of works painted Harrington Art Gallery exhibits, art Vineyards, Murrieta's Well, Tamas on trips led by Charlotte Severin throughout the world with demonstrations by noted collage, mixed Estates, and Double Decker. Enjoy live fellow artists. media, paint and fiber artists, and music from Silent Partner. Event entry children’s art projects led by Debbie is complimentary. Wine tasting $20 per The public is invited to the free opening reception on Wardrope and Young Rembrandts. person or $15 for Club Members. For Sat., July 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Livermore Civic Center Other activities include face painting by information call 925-456-2305. Wente Library Gallery, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. There will be an Limelight Faces, balloons, light refresh- Vineyards Estate Winery & Tasting ments, and Firehouse staff on hand to Room, 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore. opportunity to meet the artists. Refreshments will be served. chat and answer questions. Firehouse Bottle Your Own Vino Tinto Barato. The exhibit continues daily July 1-31 during regular Arts Center is located in downtown Thomas Coyne Winery. Sat., July 6, 51 library hours, Mon.-Thurs. 10-9; Fri. 10-6; Sat. 10-5; and Pleasanton at 4444 Railroad Avenue. East Vallecitos Rd., Livermore. Bring Sun. 12-5. For information, visit www.firehouse- your own clean bottle - $6.50. Use arts.org, or call 925-931-4848. our bottles - $7.50. Limit six bottles A wide of works will be shown from diverse countries per customer. Only 50 cases available. including France, Italy, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, and Spain WINERY EVENTS Taste our Terroir, Thursday through as well as China, Tibet and Sicily. Live Music, The Winemaker's Pour Sunday, July 18-21, 2013: Livermore House, 2241 First St., Livermore, 215- Valley’s premier food and wine 2656. www.winemakerspourhouse. affair spans four delectable days. On com. June 27, 6-9 p.m., Jimmy Ashley; Thursday night, the annual quest for June 28, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Jack Quigley; food and wine pairing excellence has ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday to all artists. Professional artist models June 29, 4-5:30 p.m., 102 Classes; 20 winemakers partnering with Bay Livermore Art Association Gallery, offered. Twice-yearly recitals. Please from 12-5pm; Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 (nude). No instructor. Students under June 29, 7-10 p.m., Blules Bottle Band; Area chefs to compete for honors. located in the Carnegie Building, offers phone (925) 216-7231 or email p.m. Harrington Gallery at the Fire- 18 need written parental permission to June 30, 4-7 p.m., Chris Ahlman. Taste pairings and cast a vote for the art classes, unusual gifts, painting [email protected] for further house Arts Center in Pleasanton, 4444 attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Wine Wednesdays, Livermore Valley coveted People’s Choice award. Friday rentals, art exhibits and information info. Railroad Avenue. Admission is free, Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. wineries will be hosting "Wine through Sunday wineries across the pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, now donations always appreciated. Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- Wednesdays" each Wednesday through region host cooking classes, barrel St., Livermore. The gallery has been meeting the 1st Thursday and 3rd Where a Painter Meets Poets, A new able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton October. One featured winery will be seminars, vineyard tours and more. open since 1974 and is run as a co-op Wednesday of each month 7:00 at The exhibit featuring poetic responses to for more info about the workshop, open from 5 to 8 p.m. to help guests Saturday night, guests join winemakers by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. Corner Bakery Cafe in Pleasanton. Join the work of Livermore artist Lily Xu 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ "wine-down" from the work week or for a varietal dinner in an elegant wine 11:30-4 p.m. For information call us as we challenge ourselves to poeti- will be on display at the Pleasanton earthlink.net. just grab a taste of wine before going country setting. Tickets and information 449-9927. cally relay our thoughts, emotions and Public Library, 400 Old Bernal, through Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- out to dinner in the Tri-Valley. Check at www.lvwine.org Art Happens, 2nd Thursday of each experiences through poetry. Become a Sept. 30. The show, Where a Painter ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 for the winery listings at www.lvwine. month, 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown Liver- member & share your work - Contact Meets Poets, features Xu’s watercolor are welcome to join this class. Classes org. MUSIC/CONCERTS more. Art displays, poetry, entertain- [email protected] for more paintings, as well as poems by Ronnie cover drawing, painting, print-making, Las Positas Vineyards, Free concert in Music every Saturday in the tasting ment, special events. For the brochure info on Theme Challenges, Membership Holland, poet laureate emeritus of Dub- sculpture and ceramics. For further the vineyards Friday, July 5th featuring room from 12 to 4; open every day go to www.bothwellartscenter.org. & Opportunities. lin; Cher Wollard, outgoing poet laure- information please contact Thomasin live music by JNeen and the Boyz. if the gate is open and for sure on Seasons of the Valley, an exhibit of the The Young Artists’ Studio has openings ate of Livermore; Susan Wilson; Jim Dewhurst at (925) 216-7231 or Artisan pizzas by On the Vine Catering, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 11 to art of Bettie Goosman is displayed in its 2013 Summer Session. Artist Curcuro; and Kay Speaks. Art Under [email protected] or visit wine and beer for sale. No outside 5. Red Feather Winery, 5700 Greenville at The Purple Orchid Inn, 4549 Cross Peggy Frank welcomes interested the Oaks, July 20 and 21, 11 a.m. to 4 http://childrensartclassesprojects. food or beverages permitted. To make Rd., Livermore. Information at 449- Rd., Livermore to the end of June. Art students ages 7 through high school p.m. at Alden Lane Nursery. Livermore blogspot.com/ reservations please call 925-449-9463 1871 or www.redfeatherwinery.com can be viewed daily from 8am. to 6 to sign up for a week or more of small Art Association show. Art displays, Art Classes, For children, teens and or email info@laspositasvineyards. Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- p.m. For more information call (925) group instruction in art. Projects demonstrations, entertainment, etc. adults. Beginner to advanced. Draw- com. urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 606-8855. include all kinds of drawing, painting, www.livermoreartassociation.org ing, painting, printmaking, sculpture Charles R Vineyards, Fri., June 28, South Livermore Ave., Livermore. Exhibit, Cuda Ridge Wines, Louise Gray's printmaking and sculpture. High and ceramics taught by highly 5:30-8 p.m. 4th Friday Uncorked: Wild Shamrock'n Sundays Concert Series. colorful abstract art on display through school students working on advanced MEETINGS/CLASSES experienced artist and art instructor, West and Line Dancing. Music by Steve Emerald Glen Park, Dublin, 5 p.m. June June 30. Cuda Ridge Winery is located portfolios are welcome. Peggy has Fine Art on Friday, 10 a.m. with Art Thomasin Dewhurst. Weekday and Kritzer, little bit rock 'n roll, folk, blue- 30, Cocktail Monkees; July 21, Jukebox at 5385 East Avenue in Livermore. been working with young artists in the Critique & Coffee at the Corner Bakery weekend classes, Homeschool classes, grass, country. Bartlett Family Dancers Heroes; Aug. 18, Finding Stella. Bring The Contemporary Landscape: Exhibi- Livermore Valley since 1980. For infor- Cafe, Pleasanton Gateway Plaza. Special classes during school breaks will lead line dancing. Refuel on beach chairs or blankets and a picnic tion at the Harrington Gallery at Fire- mation about the summer art program Professional, Local and Emerging offered. Please phone (925) 216-7231 zin-acious chili beans and corn bread. or purchase a delicious dinner from house Arts Center in Pleasanton, June or school year lessons contact her at Artists of the San Francisco Bay Area. or email [email protected] Event includes appetizers, music and a several food vendors which will be 7 through July 19. Invitational exhibit (925) 443-8755 or email frank.a@ Contact Claudette for more information for further info. glass of wine. $10 for non-club guests onsite. No pets please. For more featuring 5 very different artists, from comcast.net. 510 543-4776. Piano and keyboard lessons, For and $5 for club members up to a party information call 925-556-4500. abstract to conceptual: John Crawford, Drawing Classes at the Figurehead Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday children to adult. Beginner to early of 4. www.charlesrvineyards.com Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears John Maxon, Margaret Rinkovsky, Jenn Gallery, 2222 2nd Street, Suite 21, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring intermediate level. Half-hour private Livermore: Jacob Hankinson, Portrait McGrail Vineyards and Winery events: regularly at: The Castle Rock Restau- Shifflet, Jeff Snell. Regular gallery their own materials and easels. Open classes or small group classes THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 9

rant in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- ON THE STAGE approx. 8:30 p.m. Emerald Glen Park, Rachel Mariscal at (925) 931-3434. merce. Reservations, 447-1606. 7 in downtown Pleasanton at Lions the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month.. Tri-Valley High: The Series. Creatures of Dublin. July 12: Madagascar 3; Aug. 2, Political Issues Book Club meets the Wayside Park, corner of First and Neal th Summer Wine Stroll, July 27, 5 to 8 from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, Impulse, the Bay Area’s award-winning Angels in the Outfield; Aug. 23, Beverly 4 Tuesday of each month, and reads p.m. Main St., Downtown Pleasanton. Streets. Event runs in conjunction with small cover. teen improv troupe, presents their Hills Chihuahua 3. No pets please. books about issues and trends that Tickets and information at www. the 1st Wednesday Street Party spon- Pavlo, Canadian guitar master, June 28 summer classic. Over 4 Wednesday 556-4500 for more information. are driving current affairs in both the pleasantondowntown. net. sored by the Pleasanton Downtown 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First evenings at 7:30 p.m., the troupe national and international arenas. Summer series on Lincoln, Civil War Association. Registration and judging St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. performs the episodic, live, improvised DANCE Topics that have been covered include and Constitution: for the Pooch Parade begins at 5:30 org or 373-6800. teen soap opera, full of mesmerizing Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn politics, governance, economics, mili- • Lincoln and the Constitution Today: p.m. with dog tricks at 6:30 p.m. and Led Zeppelin Concert Experience, West teen angst. Audience members help how to dance with great instructors tary affairs, history, sociology, science, Sunday, July 7: 2-3:30 PM, Pleasanton the parade at 7 p.m. Winners and raffle Coast Performing Arts Presenters, June create the characters, location, and from It's All About Dancing, new dance the climate, and religion. Contact Rich Public Library. Legal scholars Marg- numbers will be announced at 7:45 29, 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 plot for this interactive and un-scripted every week from Salsa, Tango, Swing at 872-7923, for further questions alynne Armstrong and Daniel Farber p.m. Enter a pooch, any size, 4 months First St., Livermore. www.bankhead- adventure. Firehouse Arts Center, and more. Group lesson starts at 7:30, We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- discuss with moderator Jesse Choper or older, in any or all of the seven theater.org or 373-6800. 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. followed by open dance until 9:45 in centered book group led by a small how the issues of the Civil War still categories. The entry fee is $10.00 Martina McBride, 27th season of The General admission tickets students $5 our new location at the Bothwell Arts group of book club veterans, with affect America today. Free program per category. All proceeds benefit the Concerts at Wente Vineyards, Wed., advance, $8 door; adults $10 advance, Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore; 925- reading selections based on member presented with support from ALA Tri-Valley Guide Dog Puppy Raisers. June 26. Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo $15 door. Tickets available at www. 449-9292. $15. recommendations and consensus. Public Program Office and the National All donations are tax deductible. For Road, Livermore. For ticket information, firehousearts.org, 925-931-4848, or No homework required– share your Endowment for the Humanities. www. complete details and to download go to www.wentevineyards.com at the Box Office at the center. Free AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS insights or just listen in! Contact Susan ci.pleasanton.ca.us. registration form, go to www.trival- Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, July 7, 7 p.m. parking. Acoustic Guitar Competition, This year at 337-1282 regarding the We’re • Family Day: Civil War Encampment. leyguidedogs.org Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., “Double, Double Toil and Trouble”: LVPAC Guitar Fest LIVE!, Sept. 6-8, will Talkin’ Books! Club. Saturday, July 13: 11 AM-2 PM, A Starry Night in the Caribbean, Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org 31st season of Free Shakespeare in the host its second annual Acoustic Guitar Firehouse First Fridays Open House, Museum on Main front lawn. Civil War fund-raiser hosted by Pleasanton North or 373-6800. Park with the City of Pleasanton pres- Competition. The grand prize winner July 5 and Aug. 2, 5 to 7 p.m. Activities re-enactors present the daily lives Rotary, Sun., Sept. 21, 4:30 to 10 p.m. Under the Sun Tour 2013 featuring ent Macbeth. Shakespeare’s dramatic will be selected from the finalists range from Open Mic in the Firehouse of Johnny Reb and Billy Yank on at Barone's Restaurant, 475 St. John's Smash Mouth, Sugar Ray and Gin masterpiece of suspense, intrigue, invited to perform before a panel of Theater, the show in the Harrington Art campaign, and receive a visit from Place, Pleasanton. Includes no host Blossoms with special guests Vertical swordplay and witchcraft. Saturdays expert judges and live audience at the Gallery to a hands-on art project for President Lincoln. Free program. cocktail reception with appetizers, Horizon and Fastball. 27th season of and Sundays at 7:30 p.m., June 29 – competition finals Sunday September the kids. Free event. Open to all ages. 2013 Intermediate Little League World live steel drum music, silent auction, The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, Wed., July 14 in Pleasanton’s Amador Valley 8, 2013 on the Artistic Edge Stage at Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Series, inaugural event July 30-Aug. 5 buffet dinner live auction and raffle July 10. Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo Community Park, at the intersection Blacksmith Square in downtown Liver- Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. at Max Baer Park, Livermore. Hosted by drawing, music and dancing and Mike Road, Livermore. For ticket information, of Santa Rita Road and Black Avenue. more. Contest entry deadline is July 31, org. California District 57 Little League and Darby's cigar bar. $100 per person until go to www.wentevineyards.com The performance lawn is next to the 2013. www.guitarfestlive.com/ Alameda County Fair, June 20-July Granada Little League. Championship Sept. 1. Dress is resort formal. Now 14th Annual Hayward Russell City Aquatics Center. For more information, 18, live horse racing, carnival rides, game, Aug. 5 at 4 p.m. U.S. champ taking reservations for full tables and Blues Festival artists include Bobby visit www.sfshakes.org. OPERA entertainment, exhibits, animals, etc. versus international champ. www. Cabanas (for corporate sponsors) at Rush, Johnny Rawls, Sista Monica, Livermore Shakespeare Festival Festival Opera presents Otello, Tenor Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasan- intermediateworldseries.org. www.astarrynight.org. Contact Event Lester Chambers, Jamie Blues Boy presents William Shakespeare’s comic David Gustafson sings the title role, ton, www.alamedacountyfair.com. 16th Annual Pooch Parade, Wed., Aug. Chair Tina Case 925-519-0669 or Powell, Ron Thompson, Alvin Jett, look at the battle of the sexes, The with soprano Cynthia Clayton as Lincoln and the Constitution Today, a [email protected] for information. Sonny Green-Tribute to Bobby Blue Taming of the Shrew, and the madcap Desdemona and bass Philip Skinner as panel discussion. Sun., July 7, 2 p.m. Bland, Caravan of All Stars, JC Smith comedy of manners, The Liar, adapted Iago. June 28 at 8 p.m. and June 30 Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Blues Band, Big Cat Tolefree, Mofo by David Ives from a farce by Pierre at 2 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Ave. Presented by the Museum on Party Band, Stars of Glory, Umoja Corneille. The productions play in Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, Main in the Pleasanton Library’s large Competition for Young Musicians Community Choir, Guitar Mac and repertory June 20 – July 21 under the CA. (925) 943-SHOW (7469). More meeting room. Featuring Profs. Marg- Bobby Joe Neeley. Hosted by Bay Area stars at Concannon Vineyard. Tickets information at www.festivalopera.org or alynne Armstrong (Santa Clara), Daniel The Livermore-Amador Symphony Association's 41st Blues Society and the City of Hayward, on sale at www.LivermoreShakes.org or call (925) 944-9610 or email mimi@ Farber (UC Berkeley), and moderator annual Competition for Young Musicians will be accepting Hayward City Hall Plaza, 777 B St., 1-800-838-3006. For more information festivalopera.org. Special discounts for Prof. Jesse Choper (UC Berkeley). Hayward. July 13 and 14, 11 a.m. to 7 call (925) 443-BARD. students: $20 and for parents accom- www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us applications. p.m. $25 in advance / $30 at the door Kabaret…for Kids! Cabaret and theater panying their children: use “Friends 1st Wednesday Street Party, Red, White The competition is open to instrumentalists and vocalists per day / $45 2-day in advance. $25 star Samantha Samuels hosts her and Family” code when ordering for a & Blue, July 3, 6 to 9 p.m., downtown who reside in or attend school in Livermore, Sunol, Pleas- students/seniors (62+) in advance; Musical Variety Show for children and reduced price of $25 on June 28 and Pleasanton, Pleasanton Downtown Association, (925) 484-2199, www. anton, Dublin, or San Ramon. Students are eligible through $30 student/seniors (62+) at the door their families. Kabaret for Kids returns $30 on June 30. Regular ticket prices grade 12. If not enrolled in high school, the maximum age per day with ID. No picnic baskets, ice again this summer to the Firehouse range from $36-$83. pleasantondowntown.net chests, food, drink or pets (service Arts Center for two Friday matinees 21st Annual Opera in the Vineyard, 5 Livermore Fourth of July event, Thurs., is 17. All instruments will be considered. animals only). Brownpapertickets.com on July 12 and August 2 at 2:00 p.m. to 8p.m. July 21. Retzlaff Vineyards, July 4, 4 to 10 p.m. Fireworks, com- The purpose is to select two young musicians who will or highsierratickets.com Tickets are $8-$12, and available Livermore. Arias a la Carte will be munity gathering with fun, games, food perform as soloists with the symphony on Feb. 22, 2014. Huey Lewis and the News, “Sports” at www.firehousearts.org, 925-931- featured. www.livermorevalleyopera. and drink. Las Positas College, 3000 Each winner/soloist will be awarded $300. 30th Anniversary Tour, 27th season 4848, or at the Firehouse Arts Center com for tickets and information. Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. of The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, An Evening with Babe Ruth, Tues., Completed applications must be accompanied by an &8 Tues., July 16. Wente Vineyards, 5050 Pleasanton. MISCELLANEOUS July 9, 7 p.m. Museum on Main Ed application fee and a CD or cassette tape fro preliminary Arroyo Road, Livermore. For ticket Oliver, Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre main- Teens Only Program, July 11, 18, 25, Kinney Lecture series, The Bambino is screening. Additional information may be obtained from information, go to www.wentevine- stage musical, weekends July 20 to Aug. 1, 8, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Amador portrayed by Frank Mullen. Firehouse www.livamsymph.org or by contacting the competition yards.com Aug. 4. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Recreation Center at 4455 Black Av- Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleas- chairperson at 447-1947. Counting Crows and the Wallflow- St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. enue, Pleasanton. Activities designed anton. www.firehousearts.org. ers, 27th season of The Concerts org or 373-6800. for ages 13 to 18. The fee is $5 for 2013 Wine Country Summer Luncheon The application deadline is Oct. 6, 2013. at Wente Vineyards, Wed., July 17. one Thursday, or $15 to attend all five Series, July 25, 11:30 a.m. Casa Real Wente Vineyards, 5050 Arroyo Road, COMEDY Thursday night events. Pre-registration at Ruby Hill Winery, 410 Vineyard Ave., Livermore. For ticket information, go to Comedy Uncorked. Saturday, July is required at www.pleasantonfun. Pleasanton. Annual Innovation Forum. www.wentevineyards.com 27 – 7:30 pm (grounds open at 6:00 com. For more information, please call Livermore Valley Chamber of Com- Firehouse Arts Center Cabaret Series: pm). Performing: Jeff Applebaum, Classic Soul, The Songs of Ray Charles Kellen Erskine, Faith Alpher. Retzlaff and Aretha Franklin, July 20, 8 p.m. Vineyards, 1356 South Livermore Ave, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Livermore. Tickets $25 advance/$30 Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. at door. Proceeds benefit Open Heart org. Kitchen. www.comedyuncorked.com/ A Cabaret Gone Choral II, Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, July 27, 2 and 8 MOVIES p.m. and July 28, 2 p.m. Firehouse Civil War on Film, Pleasanton Library, Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., 400 Old Bernal Ave. June 28, 2 Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org or p.m. "Glory; July 12, 2 p.m. Lincoln; 931-4848. July 19, 2 p.m. Conspirator. www. ci.pleasanton.ca.us Picnic Flix, movies begin at dusk, 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013

Lam Research Honors Two Local High Drescher Is School Students with $10,000 Scholarships New Amador Semiconductor equip- corporate philanthropy pro- wide to education and disas- Principal ment maker, Lam Research grams contribute to local, ter relief initiatives. Tom Drescher has been Corp., has presented two national, and international Applications for the 2014 named as the new princi- local graduating high school organizations through edu- Lam Research Core Values pal of Amador Valley High seniors with college scholar- cational grants, employee Scholarship will be avail- School in Pleasanton. He ships worth $10,000 each, giving, core values scholar- able to high school seniors through its charitable-giving ships, and collaboration with through the career centers replaces Jim Hansen, who fund, the Lam Research educational institutes. Since at eligible schools, starting is retiring. Foundation. This marks the 2000, the Lam Research at the beginning of the 2014 The school board ap- second year that Lam Re- Foundation has donated calendar year. proved the hiring at its meet- search has presented schol- nearly $12 million world- ing June 11. Drescher served arships to college-bound as principal at Tamalpais students from Livermore- High School in Mill Valley area high schools. Austin College Commencement exercises for the Class of for five years, and a vice Based in Fremont for 2013 on Sunday, May 19, included 18 students completing mas- principal for a year previ- ter’s degrees through the Austin Teacher Program as well as 340 30 years, Lam Research is bachelor’s degree candidates. Forrest Gash graduated with Master ously. the nation’s second-largest of Arts in Teaching in mathelatics and sociology. He is the son of Drescher also worked as manufacturer of equipment John and Lisa Gash of Livermore. a counselor for eight years. used to make semiconduc- He began his career as spe- tor devices that drive the Ryan McCallum of Livermore has been named to the Chancel- cial education teacher in proliferation of technology lor's Honor list for his first year at U.C. Merced. The Chancellor's New York. into the fabric of everyday Honor list requires a GPA of 3.5 or higher for both semesters. Ryan, a 2012 Granada High graduate, is pursuing a Bachelor of life. The company opened Science degree in Environmental Engineering. a manufacturing plant in Livermore in 2011, which Graduation ceremonies were held last week for Pleasanton high today employs about 600 schools. The district recognized valedictorians and salutatorians people. from Amador Valley and Foothill high schools. Aditya Sinha Justin Kehl from Liver- achieved the title of valedictorian for Amador Valley with salu- more High and Maryann tatorians Edward Wang and Hanying Mo. The valedictorian from Foothill is Miromid Abrishamchian; salutatorias are Christopher Ming Gong from Granada Wen and Colin Wei. High were each presented a Justin Kehl Army Pvt. Bryan S. Mc- “Lam Research Core Values Loyola Marymount University has announced the students Coy has graduated from basic Scholarship” at academic In addition to excelling in the Red Cross, and Project named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2013 semester. Among infantry training at Fort Benning, awards ceremonies recent- academics, Kehl is also an Hope. them are several local students: Dublin: Nathan Reyes; Livermore: Columbus, Ga. Nicole Conrad, Dante Sblendorio and Katharine Dubowy. Stu- ly held at their respective accomplished violinist, and “Both of these students During the nine weeks of schools. The scholarship has been involved for many have excelled academically dents named to the Dean's list have completed 15 semester hours at LMU and earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or training, the soldier received recognizes high-performing years as a volunteer with the in high school while also ex- better. Additionally, a student must have completed all of his or training in drill and ceremonies, and community-involved Boy Scouts of America. hibiting solid core values as her courses and never received an F in any course. weapons, map reading, tactics, students who also demon- Gong is planning to at- individuals,” said Lam Re- military courtesy, military jus- strate Lam’s fundamental tend the Massachusetts In- search community relations Tara Cayton, the daughter of Thomas Cayton and Marcia Ikeda tice, physical fitness, first aid, corporate core values, such stitute of Technology in the program manager, Julie of Pleasanton, CA has been named to the dean’s list of Macalester and Army history, core values as Achievement, Honesty Fall and study computer Moore. “We hope that this College for academic achievement during the spring semester of and traditions. Additional train- and Integrity, Innovation science and engineering. local investment in students the 2012-2013 school year. A graduate of Amador Valley High ing included development of ba- School, Cayton was a sophomore at Macalester last spring. To be sic combat skills and battlefield and Continuous Improve- Also an accomplished vio- will play a role in producing eligible for the Dean's List a student must have been registered as ment, and Teamwork. linist, Gong earned a 4.45 a new generation of creative, a full-time, degree-seeking student and may not have been on a operations and tactics, and expe- Kehl, who graduated weighted grade point aver- skilled and dedicated work- study away program. Furthermore, a student must have achieved riencing use of various weapons from Livermore High with a age at Granada High and ers right here in Livermore a semester grade point average of at least 3.75, twelve or more and weapons defenses available 4.38 weighted grade-point- was captain of her high and contribute to their long- credits on a regular grading option, no grades below C-, and no to the infantry crewman. average, will be pursuing school track and cross coun- term success, both profes- withdrawal or incomplete grades for the semester. McCoy is the son of Maile a degree in software en- try teams. Additionally, she sionally and personally.” McCoy and stepson of Greg gineering from Cal Poly Boston University awarded academic degrees to 6,073 students Parkinson of Del Valle, Texas. has participated in fundrais- Through the Lam Re- in May 2013. Among the graduates was Kyler R. Reeser, who He is a 2012 graduate of Granada San Luis Obispo this Fall. ing activities for UNICEF, search Foundation, Lam’s received a Master of Arts in International Affairs. High School, Livermore. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013 11

(Organizations wishing to run notices house, libraries and archives. Visitors are or call 925-931-3400, extension 4. Library Good News Bears, nonprofit with Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, a Secular Human- in Bulletin Board, send information to PO always welcome. For additional information programs are free and open to everyone. a mission to distribute stuffed animals non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday istic Jewish community, but is open to the Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care contact [email protected]. An ongoing program. Call Merry Luskin at to social services, emergency services, school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 entire community. (Non-members are asked of Bulletin Board or email information to Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring 925/931-3400 for information. medical facilities and anyone who needs a a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. to donate $5 per session.) For information, [email protected]. Include name Club, Sat., June 29, 30 miles or 62 miles, Widowed Men and Women of North- hug. Based in Livermore, the group reaches Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 please contact (925) 240-5612. of organization, meeting date, time, place meet 8:30 a.m. at old Nob Hill in Livermore, ern CA., Brunch in Pleasanton, June 30, around the Bay Area and the world. Volun- Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, Unity of Tri-Valley Church, Sunday and theme or subject. Phone number and Gail Blanco, 872-1001. Sun., June 30, 47 noon, RSVP to Ruby by June 27, 462-9636. teers needed to hold collections of gently services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 services are at 10:00 a.m.; all are welcome. contact person should also be included. miles, Shannon to Moraga loop, meet 8:30 Mexican Train Group, July 11, 1 p.m. in San used teddy bears and other stuffed animals, a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Ongoing small groups, weekly activities, Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) a.m. in Dublin, Peter Rathmann, 336-0973. Ramon, RSVP to Mary by July 5, 736-2350. assist with fund-raising and deliver the org/ All are welcome. choir, classes, and Children's church. 9875 GNON (Girls Night Out Networking) is Wed., July 3, scenic ride up Mines Rd., General meeting and birthday lunch, San animals to organizations supported by the Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley (2 miles partnering with the Valley Humane Society 60 miles, meet 9 a.m. at old Nob Hill in Ramon, July 14, 1 p.m., RSVP to Hilda by group. Log on to www.goodnewsbears.org or Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for west of Stoneridge Mall). (925) 829-2733, for a donation drive to help pets. The mixer Livermore, Alberto Lanzas, 510-825-9581. July 6, 398-8808. Lunch in San Ramon, July call 373-7982 for more information. all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., www.trivalleyunity.com Rev. Karen Epps. will be held Wed., July 17, 5 to 8 p.m. Event Anyone planning to go on a ride is asked to 17, 11:30 a.m., RSVP to Marsha by July 14, Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 is sponsored by Hairlights Salon, 4307 Valley contact the leader for details on where to 830-8483. Happy hour in Pleasanton, July RELIGION study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don Ave., Pleasanton. Bring a donation and meet and what to bring. 18, 5 p.m. RSVP to Marge by July 16, 828- First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday network. For list of appropriate donations A Starry Night in the Caribbean, 5124. Friendly bridge, July 20, 1 p.m. RSVP Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 visit http://valleyhumane.org/how-to-help/ fund-raiser hosted by Pleasanton North by July 13 to Harriett, 447-8229. Lunch in Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday wish-list/ RSVP: To [email protected] by Rotary, Sun., Sept. 21, 4:30 to 10 p.m. at Livermore, July 25, noon, RSVP by July 22 to Service in the Sanctuary and children’s Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and Worship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary July 14, $10/pp for GNON members, $15/pp Barone's Restaurant, 475 St. John's Place, David, 833-7647. Family dinner at Columbo program. For more information www.fpcl.us 6 p.m. Sunday school or Bible study for aged children go to Kid’s Church following for non-members. Pleasanton. Includes no host cocktail recep- Club, July 27, 6:30 p.m., RSVP by calling or 925-447-2078. all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at worship, nursery available; Wednesday 7 Pleasanton Library’s Project Read tion with appetizers, live steel drum music, Gino, 243-1281. Poppy Ridge lunch in Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut 3:30 p.m. Wednesday nights there is adult p.m. - Back to the Point Bible Study; all needs volunteer tutors to help adults with silent auction, buffet dinner live auction Livermore, July 28, 12:30 p.m. RSVP to Ruby St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at Bible study at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for ages; Friday 7 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in English skills. Project Read provides the and raffle drawing, music and dancing and by July 26, 462-9636. Lunch in Pleasanton, 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages youth, and children's choir for kids. the dining hall; 925-449-4848. workbooks and study guides as well as Mike Darby's cigar bar. $100 per person July 30, 11:30 a.m., RSVP by July 27 to at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Child care during all events. 447-1848, Lynnewood United Methodist Church, teaching volunteers how to develop teaching until Sept. 1. Dress is resort formal. Now David, 833-7647. worship service. AWANA children's program www.trinitylivermore.org. 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Summer Sun- skills, craft curriculum, and gain experience. taking reservations for full tables and Diabetes Self-Management Classes, Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas day worship at 9:30 am with childcare and Volunteers should be at least 18 years old, Cabanas (for corporate sponsors) at www. free 7 week series will teach participants Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following Sunday school. Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer, and fluent in American English and be able astarrynight.org. Contact Event Chair Tina how to manage diabetes with exercise, Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 minister. www.lynnewood.org, to devote a consistent hour or two weekly Case 925-519-0669 or [email protected] healthy eating and medications, and answer Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire 925 846-0221. to a student for a semester. For more for information. questions about living with diabetes. Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.org La Scola at 447-9800. Centerpointe Church, 3410 Corner- information, email PennyJohnson@Cityof- Moreau Catholic High School is Thursdays July 11 though August 22, Robert Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 stone Court, Pleasanton. Services: 9 a.m. PleasantonCa.gov, or call Penny Johnson, hosting its inaugural Reunion Weekend for Livermore Community Center, 4444 East Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Information Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy blended with choir and band. Childcare 925/931-3405. the classes ending in 3 and 8. Alumni are Ave., Livermore. Class is open to adults of 931-1055. at 10 a.m. For details please see www. offered for infants through age 6 and Bereaved Mothers' Network of the invited back to campus on July 19th and all ages (not just Seniors) with pre diabetes Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at children start in the worship service. 10:40 Tri-Valley, offering support, understanding 20th to celebrate with friends, music, food or type 2 diabetes. Please call the Alameda the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- (831) 278-1916. a.m. contemporary worship led by a band. and compassion to mothers who have suf- and fun. Tickets start at $45. Register County Diabetes Program at 510-383-5185 tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Sunday school for children and middle- fered the loss (past or present) of a precious online at www.moreaucatholic.org/reunion- to register. For LARPD register on-line www. Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on Sun- schoolers. www.centerpointechurch.org child. Safe, confidential, non-judgmental weekend13 or call the Alumni Coordinator at larpd.dst.ca.us/ Space is limited. EastBaySecularJews.org. day, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Children’s 925-846-4436. environment. Monthly meeting held at 7 P.M. 510-881-4360. Community Resources for Indepen- First Church of Christ, Scientist, Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 a.m. All Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 on the first Tuesday of the month. Livermore LHS Reunion, Did you graduate in dent Living (CRIL) offers services to help Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. are most welcome to come and worship with Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. Civic Center Library in Community Room 1982 or 1983 from Livermore High School? people with disabilities and supports them Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is us and to enjoy our hospitality. Church office Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 925-227- "B". Small voluntary donations to help with A combined 30 year reunion is planned to live independently and participate in their held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church 925-462-4802. 1301. www.thecrossing.org meeting and outreach costs are appreciated. for this August 10th, 7 p.m. to midnight at community for as long as they are willing and reading room are located at Third and St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Meet- For further information reach Katie Strube at the Robert Livermore Community Center. and able to do so. CRIL maintains offices in N Streets. The Reading Room, which is 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Summer Sunday ing at Altamont Creek Elementary School, [email protected]. [email protected] Hayward, Fremont and Livermore to provide open to the public, features books, CDs and services with Rev. Joyce Parry-Moore, 6500 Garraventa Ranch Road, Livermore. Pleasantonians for Peace, candlelight Volunteer visitors, Senior Support information and referrals and provide magazines for sale. (925) 447-2946. Rector: 9:30 am Eucharist with music (child Services at 10:00 a.m. vigil 7 p.m. Wed., July 10 in front of the Mu- Program of the Tri-Valley is looking for community education at senior centers and Sunset Community Church, 2200 Ar- care for children 5 and under provided). Cedar Grove Community Church, seum on Main, 603 Main Street, downtown Volunteers for their Friendly Visitor Program. affordable housing complexes to residents royo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service The two service schedule, Godly Play and 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship Pleasanton. Participants will reflect on the The Friendly Visitor Program aims to de- of Southern Alameda County. The Tri-Valley at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children's church Youth Group programs will resume on Services 9 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. www. human and monetary costs of the war, honor crease the isolation of a homebound senior office is located at 3311 Pacific Avenue, provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday September 8. cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. veterans who have sacrificed, and visualize by matching volunteers with seniors who Livermore 94550 and can be reached by of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church ways of moving beyond this conflict to a share similar interests. Volunteers may also phone at (925) 371-1531, by FAX at (925) program for all ages at 7 p.m. 447-6282. East Avenue, Livermore, worship service (1928 Book of Common Prayer), 193 more peaceful world. Peaceful War Protest provide occasional transportation to errands. 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril.tamayo@ Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are wel- Contractors Avenue, Livermore. Sunday on the fourth Wednesday of the month, July Please contact Mary or Lorie at 931-5388 on cril-online.org. All services are free. Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- come. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) services: 8:45 am (Low Mass) and 10 am 24, between 5 - 6 at the corners of First and how to become a Friendly Visitor. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental more. Information, 447-8840. Little Brown Church, United Church (High Mass with Sunday School). Other Neal Streets. Call Cathe Norman at (925) 16th Annual Pooch Parade, Wed., Aug. Illness), Tri-Valley Parent Resource and Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 Holy Days as announced. Msg. center at 462-7495; Matt Sullivan at mjs7882@ 7 in downtown Pleasanton at Lions Wayside Support Group is a twice-a-month parent 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. 925/906-9561. gmail.com; or [email protected]. www. Park, corner of First and Neal Streets. Event support group for parents with children to 8:30 a.m. worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 Grief Workshop, St. Elizabeth Seton Pleasantonians4Peace.org runs in conjunction with the 1st Wednesday age 18 diagnosed with or suspected of hav- adult Bible study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. Pathway Community Church, 6533 Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr. Pleasanton. Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open Street Party sponsored by the Pleasanton ing bipolar or other mood disorders. It meets worship (informal). For information, call Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Second and fourth Thursday evening at to new and established residents of the Downtown Association. Registration and First and third Tuesdays of each month 925-447-1246. Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, 7:30pm. June 27th, July 11th & 25th August Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the judging for the Pooch Parade begins at 5:30 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at Pathways Asbury United Methodist Church, adult programs. Biblically based practical 8th & 22nd. 2013. No preregistration is first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon p.m. with dog tricks at 6:30 p.m. and the To Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge Dr., Suite 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. messages, nondenominational. All are necessary. These sessions are open to all, on the second Wednesday of the month, parade at 7 p.m. Winners and raffle num- #114, Pleasanton. The group is drop-in, Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. regardless of religious affiliation. Please call Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, bers will be announced at 7:45 p.m. Enter no registration required and is free. Suzi Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday org (925) 829-4793. Mary Hagerty at 925-846-5377 for more family activities, and monthly adult socials. a pooch, any size, 4 months or older, in any Glorioso by phone: (925) 443-1797 or by Services 10:30 a.m. 545 No. L Street Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, information. Information, call 925-215-8405 or visit or all of the seven categories. The entry fee e-mail: [email protected] Livermore. (925) 447-4357 - www.calva- 486 S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Summer Light workshops, Thursday www.PleasantonNewcomers.com is $10.00 per category. All proceeds benefit Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All rylivermore.org. worship service. Bible Study/Sunday School evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm. Led by Rev. Karen Livermore-Amador Genealogical the Tri-Valley Guide Dog Puppy Raisers. All Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 10:20. Bible Basics Class, which explores Epps, 7567 Amador Valley Blvd., #120, Society, meets on Tuesday, July 9, 7:30 pm donations are tax deductible. For complete support organization based in Livermore. North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services the main teachings of the Bible, meets at Dublin. Love offering basis. More informa- at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada details and to download registration form, go S.A.M. has been in operation since January on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult 7:00 Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email tion: [email protected] (925) 829- Court, Pleasanton. The presentation by Vera to www.trivalleyguidedogs.org 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday [email protected] for more info. 2733, press 1. See www.trivalleyunity.com Broyles will share Tips and Tricks for More Beginners Internet and e-mail support of deployed troops. Preparation school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 for a complete list of all the Summer Light Accurate Genealogy. For more than 26 years classes, Free classes for absolute beginners of comfort packages takes place every at 7 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. workshops under Services and Classes. she has been actively assisting others to who have never clicked a mouse, used e- other week - all year long. Providing morale p.m. 449-3824. trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for Summer Light workshops, Thursday find their ancestors. Vera is a staff member mail, or surfed the net. Learn the basics in a support for those deployed. All information United Christian Church, celebrating The Story 9 to 10:00 a.m.. Worship Service evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm. June 27: Evolution- at the Oakland Family History Center. She non-judgmental atmosphere. Learn to keep provided is confidential and is not shared 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. ary Living, Part I. Led by Rev. Karen Epps, has also served at the Sacramento Family in touch with loved ones and access internet for security purposes. To submit a name at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday Philosophers’ Café/Culture Chat, an 7567 Amador Valley Blvd., #120, Dublin. History Center and the Orange Family History sites all around the world. Pleasanton and address, inquire about donations or morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program informal gathering to discuss ideas. Café Love offering basis. For more info: revkare- Center. She will share her strategies for Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., Tuesday and helping, please visit www.operationsam.org, on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The Rumi, 4799 Heyer Ave., Castro Valley. The [email protected] See www.trivalleyunity. delving into various websites, links, and Thursday mornings. Four one-hour classes email [email protected] or call community is welcome. United CC is an topic is “Who bears the responsibility of com for a complete list of all the Summer databases, plus knowing how to find the in each series. Registration is required, as 925 443-7620 for more information and the Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 moral education in our society?” Philoso- Light Workshops under Services and filmed and scanned databases of court- space is limited. Ask at the Reference Desk calendar of events. for more information. phers’ Café/Culture Chat is an activity of the Classes. (925) 829-2733, press 1. 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2013

Stoneridge Creek Preparing to Welcome New Residents As They Move In Mallory Campeau has move-in process for every from Saint Mary’s College CreekView Health Cen- Creek residents. CreekView been appointed move-in resident is our highest pri- of California with a bachelor ter will be located adjacent Health Center is not owned coordinator for Stoneridge ority,” Bourne said. “As of arts degree in sociology. to the main campus. The by Stoneridge Creek, but Creek, the new continuing with any move, there are a Stoneridge Creek, lo- health center, with 74 assist- will provide services to care retirement community myriad of details that need to cated on 46 acres at 3300 ed living apartments includ- Stoneridge Creek residents in Pleasanton. According to be considered. Many of our Stoneridge Creek Way off ing a dedicated memory sup- under a priority contract. Troy Bourne, vice president future residents have lived in Stoneridge Drive, will cel- port area, will also include A full-scale replica of one of planning for Stoneridge their current home for sev- ebrate its grand opening in 68 skilled nursing beds. of Stoneridge Creek’s most Creek, early move-ins for eral years, and moving can September of this year. The Licensed by the state’s De- popular floor plans is located residents are scheduled to be a fairly new experience continuing care retirement partment of Health Services in the community’s informa- begin later this month. for them. Mallory has been community for people 60 and Department of Social tion center at 5698 Stoner- Campeau and her team a member of our team for years of age and older will Services, the health center idge Dr. in Pleasanton. For will be responsible for as- the past three years and is an offer up to 635 independent will be staffed with nursing additional information on sisting the community’s fu- excellent fit for this position living residences featur- professionals 24 hours a day. Stoneridge Creek, please ture residents with the entire as a result of her enthusiasm, ing 20 different floor plans It will be open to the general call 1-800-850-3167 or visit move-in process, including energy and understanding and a comprehensive pack- Mallory Campeau public as well as Stoneridge www.StoneridgeCreek.com. helping them with interior of the needs of our future age of services, amenities, design selections, providing residents.” activities, fine dining and atre for musical and theatri- referrals for packing and Prior to assuming the transportation. cal performances, movie moving services, perform- move-in coordinator posi- On-site amenities include theatre, and an art studio and ing final walk-throughs with tion, Campeau served as several restaurant venues woodworking shop. Resi- residents, and coordinating marketing assistant and of- ranging from casual to fine dents will enjoy a variety of individual move-in days for fice manager for Stoneridge dining; a resident library, outdoor recreational ameni- residents. Creek. She worked as an billiard and card rooms, ties including tennis courts, “The move-in coordina- administrative assistant at computer lab and business short-game golf course, dog tor is one of the most impor- a Northern California law center, spa and fitness cen- park, walking and cycling tant positions at Stoneridge firm. A resident of Lafayette, ter, open-air pool and steam trails, and bocce and croquet Creek because a smooth Calif., Campeau graduated room, performing arts the- courts. Symphony Association Awards Scholarships Each year as many as Church in Livermore and Youth Orchestra. Rachel first study the neurological four graduating high school started a music program at has been admitted to the connection with music. seniors are presented with Livermore’s Marylin Av- computer science program Pianist Connie Chen, Pictured are Jena Pickering and Gary Christo, who an award from funds admin- enue Elementary School, at UC Santa Barbara, where who performed for the LAS received recognition from Rosewood Gardens at an istered by the Livermore- where she volunteered she also hopes to continue Guild in April 2012, also annual awards celebration in Livermore on May 31. Amador Symphony Asso- weekly, teaching violin and her music studies. received an Association ciation. music theory. She will attend Two years ago, LAS at- Award. Connie is the presi- Chosen from a group of UC Davis as a music major. tendees heard Da Eun Kim dent and founder of the Two Associates Recognized outstanding applicants, each Rachel Sowa, a French perform with the symphony Musicians’ Club at Amador has made significant contri- horn and piano, received as a winner of the Competi- Valley High, where she is Two associates of Rosewood Gardens, 35 Fenton Street, butions to school and com- the Bill King Memorial tion for Young Musicians. the pianist for the concert received national honors during an annual awards celebra- munity musical activities. Award this year. She has Da Eun, a violinist, has been choir and the AVHS or- tion held at the community on May 31st. The recipient of the John been principal horn in the selected as the recipient of chestra. Connie organized One of 32 communities operated by Watermark Retire- H. Green Memorial Award Livermore High concert, the Association Award in and performed “When Past ment Communities, Inc., Rosewood Gardens recognized this year is violinist Natalia symphonic, and marching memory of Albert Oliver, Jr. and Present Collide” with Dublin resident Jena Pickering, Community Life Assistant, Custodio. Natalia served bands through all four years Da Eun has been a member the AV Musicians’ Club for as Rookie of the Year. In addition, the community bestowed a as the concertmaster of the at LHS. Rachel is a member of the Amador Valley High the Ridge View Commons Thrive Award to Hayward resident Gary Christo, Director of Granada High orchestra and of Tri-M and volunteered for orchestra through all four senior center in Pleasanton. Plant Operations. Thrive Awards are peer-nominated awards was a member of the Tri-M the Livermore Valley Educa- years of high school and also Connie took first place in presented to Watermark associates nationwide who demon- Music Honor Society. She tion Foundation’s “Reach has been a member of the the California Association of strate a deep personal commitment to Watermark’s mission studied and performed the for the Stars” student art San Francisco Symphony Professional Music Teach- to create extraordinary communities where people thrive. music of Mexico, an expe- showcase for the past three Youth Orchestra. He has ers Concerto Competition “In the service industry, there is no substitute for warm rience that influenced her years. She has played in performed in several benefit in 2012. Connie has been and caring employees. I am delighted to be able to publicly to start Granada Mariachi. the pit orchestra for LHS concerts and is especially accepted to the Eastman recognize two of our hardest working associates with these Natalia has been a violinist musicals and played for two interested in the healing School of Music. well deserved awards,” said Nancy Harrison, Executive and cantor at St. Michael’s summers in the Symphony's power of music and plans to Director.