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End of ‘I Have a Anything an era? Dream’ Goes: celebrates The the big 5-0 Member Show! Page 20 Page 9 Page 39 The newspaper for the new millennium 510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com August 27, 2013 Vol. 12 No. 35 BY MAURICIO SEGURA ince 1804 when Richard Trevithick built PHOTOS COURTESY OF the first locomotive steam engine, the magical essence of trains has been alive EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT S and unfailing. Even with the arrival of the Jet Age, trains have continued to be a more, a retired conductor for the strong contender of passenger transport. Southern Pacific Railroad. “The In- And with further developments to make dustrial Age could not have prospered train travel faster and more efficient, it the way it did, or even gotten off the is apparent that they will continue to ground, as it relied heavily on train carry their luster into the future. transport of needed materials. People “America could not have become have forgotten the impact the railroad America without the railroad. It was has had. The entire reason so many such an integral part of its develop- people even live on the West Coast is ment. In fact, the modern world of due to trains. Had there been no today owes a lot of its advancements trains, we might have some major to the railroad,” states Jed Mackle- continued on page 4 BY JESSICA NOËL FLOHR For nearly 150 years, Califor- nia has been host to one of the largest gatherings in the world of Scottish, Celtic, and Irish de- scendants. Established shortly after the end of the Civil War, the San Francisco Caledonian Club has held the traditional SUBMITTED BY JOEY CAMINS Productions in cooperation with Fil-Am “Scottish Highland Gathering PHOTOS BY JULIE GRABOWSKI Association of Milpitas Corp. and the City and Games” in the Bay Area of Milpitas is whipping up a double since 1866. This event, at times, “Magnifico!” That, in a word, is the whammy feast for the senses with the sec- has been the largest Highland essence of food. Delectable, irresistible, ond tour of the 8th Annual “Adobo Festi- Games gathering in the world. magical, lighting fires in the heart. Once val” Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, Nearly 100 clans were repre- again, the most sought-after Filipino dish, September 1 at the Milpitas Sports Center. sented in 2012! The location of Adobo, is coming your way. J.S. Camins the Gathering has moved several continued on page 39 times over the years, but since 1994, Scots and Irish, and those interested in their history and culture, have flocked to the Alameda County Fairgrounds every Labor Day weekend to join the festivities. This is a great event for history buffs, families, shoppers, and foodies alike. Food is sold in generous portions, both traditional fair food and dishes unique to Celtic region such as meat pies, bangers, Scotch eggs and more. Whisky connois- seurs can purchase vouchers for the whisky tasting. Handcrafted items, Celtic memorabilia, and artisanal products will be for sale at over 100 vendor booths. continued on page 7 INDEX Classified. 28 Kid Scoop . 29 Sports . 30 Subscribe . 14 Arts & Entertainment . 21 Community Bulletin Board . 34 Mind Twisters . 36 Contact Us . 27 Obituary . 36 Bookmobile Schedule . 22 Editorial/Opinion . 27 Protective Services . 8 Business . 12 It’s a date . 21 Public Notices. 32 Page 2 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE August 27, 2013 Enjoy a glamorous evening of fine food and incredible entertainment at Washington Hospital healthcare Foun- dation's 27th Annual Top Hat Dinner Dance. The black-tie-optional event will be held on Saturday, October 12, in the Grand Tent at Washington West. To purchase tickets or become a sponsor, please call the Washington et your tickets to the 27th An- “Mammograms allow us to detect cancer Hospital Healthcare Foundation at (510) 791-3428 or email [email protected]. nual Top Hat Dinner Dance early,” said Dr. Mimi Lin, a diagnostic radiol- Linda Gonsalves of Gonsalves & After dinner, the sounds of Beatle- and enjoy all the glitz and ogist and director of Mammography at the Kozachenko Law Firm and Dr. Vandana majesty will take you back in a time as glamour of a beautiful night Women’s Imaging Center at Washington Sharma, an oncologist and member of the they play your favorite Beatles tunes. The Gout, while helping to ensure that local Hospital. “We want to ensure that all women Washington Hospital medical staff. band includes the same performers who women have access to mammograms. have access to mammograms. When breast “The Top Hat Committee is planning an appeared in the hit Broadway musical Washington Hospital Healthcare Founda- cancer is caught at an earlier stage, women exciting evening for attendees,” said Carol Beatlemania. tion’s annual gala supports programs that have many more treatment options and can Dutra-Vernaci, president of the Washington Or if you prefer to catch up with old improve patient care. The elegant evening possibly avoid more invasive procedures.” Hospital Healthcare Foundation. “Please friends or meet new ones, you can enjoy will feature a gourmet dinner prepared by The Community Mammography Pro- consider joining us for a fabulous evening some conversation and a cocktail in the a well-known San Francisco catering com- gram was started in 2001 through a partner- and you will be proud of having supported lounge. The evening offers something for pany and dancing to the sounds of the ship with Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center this important community service provided everyone. Beatles thanks to tribute band Beatle- and Tri-City Health Center. Women who by Washington Hospital.” Now in its 27th year, the Top Hat Din- majesty. The black-tie-optional event is need mammograms but can’t afford to pay Exceptional Cuisine ner Dance has a long history of elegant scheduled for Saturday, October 12, in the for them are referred to the program. Wash- The night will start out with a hosted charity. First held at the Top of the Mark Grand Tent at Washington West. ington Hospital provides the mammograms reception followed by a sumptuous dinner in San Francisco, it has grown into a This year funds raised through the Top at no cost to the patient. catered by McCalls Catering and Events. highly successful event that provides a fab- Hat Dinner Dance will support Washington Top Hat organizers hope to raise more The catering company is known for its ex- ulous experience for participants while Hospital’s Community Mammography Pro- than $175,000 for the Community Mam- ceptional cuisine. The company’s chefs raising significant funds to benefit the local gram, which serves women who have no mography Program and are expecting come from around the globe and have health insurance. Mammograms are a critical more than 600 people to attend the event. been trained in some of the world’s most continued on page 9 tool for diagnosing breast cancer. This year’s Top Hat Committee chairs are elite hotels and restaurants. InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY 8/27/13 8/28/13 8/29/13 8/30/13 8/31/13 9/01/13 9/02/13 12:00 PM 12:00 AM Movement Disorders, Strengthen Your Back! Keeping Your Heart on Your Concerns InHealth: Hip Pain in the Young and Your Concerns InHealth: Parkinson's Disease, Learn to Improve Your 12:30 PM the Right Beat Sun Protection Middle-Aged Adult Tremors and Epilepsy Back Fitness Sun Protection 12:30 AM Vitamins and Supplements - How Useful Are They? 1:00 PM Washington Women's 1:00 AM Washington Women's Center: Sorry, Gotta Run! Women's Health Women's Health Center: Circulation 101 Voices InHealth: Healthy Minimally Invasive Surgery Conference: Age Conference: Can Lifestyle 1:30 PM for Women - Part 1: Pregnancy for Lower Back Disorders Reduce the Risk of Voices InHealth: New Appropriate Screenings 1:30 AM Surgical Options for Varicose Veins Cancer? Breast Cancer Treatment Arthritis: Do I Have 2:00 PM One of 100 Types? 2:00 AM Strengthen Your Back! Diabetes Matters: Vacation Learn to Improve Your 2:30 PM or Travel Plans? Back Fitness Don't Let Back Pain 2:30 AM Washington Township Washington Township Sideline You Washington Township Health Care District Health Care District Health Care District 3:00 PM Board Meeting Board Meeting Kidney Transplants Board Meeting 3:00 AM August 14th, 2013 August 14th, 2013 Minimally Invasive August 14th, 2013 3:30 PM Surgery for Lower Back Disorders 3:30 AM Alzheimer's Disease 4:00 PM Learn Exercises to Help 4:00 AM Voices InHealth: The Legacy Varicose Veins and Treatment Options for Inside Washington Hospital: Skin Cancer Lower Your Blood Pressure Strength Training System Chronic Venous Disease Knee Problems Stroke Response Team and Slow Your Heart Rate 4:30 PM Get Back On Your Feet: 4:30 AM What Are Your Vital New Treatment Options Signs Telling You? Important Immunizations for Ankle Conditions 5:00 PM for Healthy Adults 5:00 AM Treatment Options for Vitamins and Supplements Your Concerns InHealth: Knee Problems - How Useful Are They? Vitamin Supplements Keeping Your Heart Disaster Preparedness Shingles 5:30 PM Voices InHealth: Update on the Right Beat What Are Your Vital Signs 5:30 AM on the Journey to Magnet Status Telling You? 6:00 PM 6:00 AM Your Concerns InHealth: Cataracts and Diabetic Eye Vitamin Supplements Conditions Learn About Nutrition Your Concerns InHealth: Do You Have Sinus 6:30 PM for a Healthy