B Corp Companies -- Using Business As a Force for Good

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VOLUME LVI, NUMBER 27 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN, LIVERMORE, PLEASANTON, SUNOL B Corp Companies -- Using Business As a Force for Good By Carol Graham At its second Wine Country Luncheon on June 27, the Livermore capitalism that exclusively maximizes shareholder value to capitalism Valley Chamber of Commerce addressed the theme, “B Corp Busi- that simultaneously creates shareholder and social value. Two leading nesses — a Force for Good.” Around 140 people attended the event reasons for this shift are climate change and consumer demand, with held at the Robert Livermore Community Center. 80 million millennials driving the movement. See Inside Section A Section A is filled with “The goal of Certified B Corporations (B Corps) is to balance purpose “According to Nielsen’s ‘The Sustainability Imperative,’ consumers information about arts, and profit,” said featured speaker and moderator Jennifer Cantero. “B will pay more for sustainable consumer brands,” said Cantera, marketing people, entertainment and Corps are required to consider the impact of their decisions on their director at Sensiba San Fillipo, an accounting firm in Pleasanton that is special events. There are workers, customers, suppliers, community and the environment. It is the first, and currently the only, B Corp accounting firm in California. education stories, a variety a community of leaders driving a global movement of people using “For Sensiba San Filippo, the B Corp certification helps us to better of features, and the arts business as a force for good.” assess how our core values are aligned with our daily operations, and and entertainment and Business in the 21st century has seen a strong shift from traditional where to improve. Saying you walk the talk is one thing; having a bulletin board. (See B CORP page 8) Tax Would Classroom Bring Down Construction Carbon Usage Advanced By Bruce Gach At the Tri-Valley Citizens At 3 Campuses Climate Lobby meeting on June Dublin Unified School District 27, Dr. Shi Ling Hsu by video (DUSD) trustees advanced three and Evan Branning in person dis- significant building projects to cussed the economic and personal provide more space for mush- costs of climate change. rooming enrollment in the schools. Dr. Hsu, the Associate Dean Dublin’s school population for Environmental Programs at grew by 4.5% in 2018, one of the Florida State University College biggest increases in California. of Law, believes that approaching The board’s three trustees ap- members of Congress with respect proved the projects unanimously and politeness concerning climate at their June 25 meeting. change and carbon taxes would The projects will be financed work better than entering conver- by a combination of local bond sations with demands. Earlier this money and expected state school year, 45 top economists, including construction revenue. former White House economic Children enjoy summer fun at Dublin’s Family Campout at Emerald Glen Park on June 29-30. Additional One vote authorized a contract advisors, formal chairs of the photo and information are on page 2. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen) with Petaluma-based Midstate federal reserve, Nobel Laureates Construction Corp. to build a and Republicans and Democrats 3-story 47,000 square foot Engi- signed a letter stating, “Carbon Reproductive Health Panel Hears About Needs neering and Science Building on tax offers the most cost effective the Dublin High School campus. The nation’s first and only according to a news release from also provided key insight into how The board previously approved lever to reduce carbon emissions Select Committee on Women’s Bauer-Kahan’s office. the Legislature can continue to at the scale and speed necessary to the plans and financing for the Reproductive Health has held its California has continued to pro- support reproductive health care in project. The action at the June 25 reduce climate change.” In addi- first hearing. tect and expand access to sexual California,” stated Bauer-Kahan. tion, the letter recommended that meeting clears the final hurdle be- The committee is comprised of and reproductive health care, but Stacy Cross, CEO/President of fore groundbreaking, said a district money/dividends from the tax be four women and three men who the overall landscape of related is- Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, returned to American households. spokesperson. are members of the Assembly. The sues nationally impacts California, located in San Jose, said, “As The cost will be $31.5 million. This would help reverse the ef- chairperson, Assemblymember said Bauer-Kahan. Planned Parenthood continues to fects on the poorest who would It will be covered by $30.5 million Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, represents “From addressing rural ac- fight back against those who wish in Measure E bond money, and $1 be hurt most by the tax. the 16th Assembly District, includ- cess and the statewide Sexu- to take our country backwards, Continuing, Hsu said that million from Measure C. ing the Valley. All are Democrats. ally Transmitted Infections (STI) we reaffirm our commitment to Completion of the building the economic costs of climate Bauer-Kahan invited a number epidemic, to keeping patients safe breaking down barriers to care change are many, including those will give students more options of Assembly Republicans to join and helping immigrants access and providing expert, high-quality to participate in STEM (science, produced by a higher frequency the Select Committee, extending health care, we still have work to health care to everyone who comes of weather events. However, to technology, engineering and math) the invitation personally or at do. Today’s hearing helped move through our doors—no matter academies. really understand the basic causes the staff-to-staff level, but all of that conversation forward,” said what.” of climate change, people must vi- Superintendent Dave Marken them declined, said Jordan Curley, Bauer-Kahan. The Select Committee will said, “Best of all, this is being done sualize the actual personal “costs” Bauer-Kahan’s Chief of Staff. “The researchers, providers, hold additional hearings through- to make the need for changes without the use of any Measure The hearing, held June 26 in and patients who spoke clearly laid out the year to examine other H funds. In the long run, once personal. For example, statistics Sacramento, focused on the state’s out the growing void and barriers sexual and reproductive health (See CLIMATE, page 10 unmet reproductive health needs, to care that we must address, but care issues. (See CLASSROOM, page 7 Council to Look at County Takes EIR Comments on Mining Near Isabel Avenue Moving Ahead with Modifications to a Cemex been modified so that mining will rent activities and review proposed In 2015, Cemex had a plan mining permit near Livermore’s go deeper than originally planned changes as they relate to water to reopen mining in Lake A, Downtown Hotel southwest side in the vicinity of in Lake B, one of the lakes that management for the Tri-Valley across Isabel Avenue to the East. The Livermore City Council Isabel Avenue will be the sub- will eventually be turned over to area,” notes the Zone 7 release. However, concerned neighbors will consider authorizing staff to ject of a modified environmental Zone 7 as part of a Chain of Lakes The general public and public protested; then, Cemex dropped negotiate a development agree- impact report (EIR) prepared by water storage system. This system agencies have until July 18 to com- the idea. Instead, the firm agreed ment with Presidio Co., the hotel Alameda County. will help the agency contain flood ment on the EIR. to a reclamation plan for Lake A, developer. The County is the lead agency run-off, store water, and assist Documents are available on the which included restoring the origi- The discussion will take place for the EIR modification. How- ground-water recharge. Zone 7 homepage under County nal appearance as much as possible at the July 8 meeting. ever, Zone 7 Water Agency will be “The Zone 7 Water Agency of Alameda Eliot Quarry Surface and creating a bike and pedestrian Presidio has requested approval watching the process closely, ac- understands that mining activities Mining Permit Noticing. The Zone path on the lake’s south side. of a development agreement for cording to a Zone 7 news release, will be continuing for many years, 7 home page is at http://www. (See DOWNTOWN, page 7 Zone 7 states that the permit has and will continue to monitor cur- zone7water.com/. Decision Delayed on Workforce Agreement The Livermore Valley Joint Van Schaack explained that the Unified School District Board of CWA, also known as a Project Trustees delayed making a deci- Labor Agreement (PLA), is a pre- sion on a proposed Community hire collective bargaining agree- Workforce Agreement (CWA). ment. The school district and the Scheduled as an action item on Builders Trade Union negotiated the June 25 agenda, it was changed the draft. "It has been 15 months to an information item following in the making," he stated. concerns raised by the public. It would cover only Measure Union workers and contractors J projects over $500,000. Van who hire union workers supported Schaack said only three such the CWA, while non-union work- projects are anticipated in the fu- ers raised questions regarding ture. They include the Livermore fairness. High School gym and athletic Following the public comment complex, as well as East Avenue period, board members posed Middle School and Joe Michell questions they would like to have K-8 School renovations. answered before making a deci- One benefit to the district in- sion. A workshop will be sched- volves wording that local skilled At the Alameda County Fair, the Wave Swinger gives riders the sensation of flying. The final day of uled to answer them. trades would guarantee that they the fair is Sunday, July 7. Regular hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. On the 4th of July, gates close at 4 Assistant Superintendent Chris would provide educational oppor- p.m., and parking closes at 3 p.m. For more photos, see pages 5, 7 and 10. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen) (See WORKFORCE, page 8) PET OF THE WEEK DEAN Everybody loves somebody. Perhaps your somebody is a handsome long-haired tabby. Once you meet Dean, you’ll be singing ‘that’s amore’. 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The area plan and Janis Parenti, deputy relocating and revitalizing approach also integrates manager of the Livermore these capabilities into reli- planning around facilities, Field Office. Scott Bills, op- able, modern facilities in equipment, and people to erations manager for Hensel time to meet the needs of the deliver a complete capabil- Phelps, joined the trio with warhead modernization pro- ity. Finally, it departs from shovels to break ground. grams currently underway. the traditional like-for-like “I’m thankful to lead- To meet this challenge, the replacement by identifying ership by the Livermore LLNL Weapons Infrastruc- areas where legacy equip- Field Office and NA-50 to ture Program, Engineering ment can be phased out get this done,” said Gold- Directorate and NNSA con- without depleting the overall stein. “We’re adding capa- ceived of a new area plan technical capability deliv- bilities needed to support approach to redevelopment ered. With this approach, the stockpile stewardship, and for the AME campus that program can take beneficial the warhead moderniza- focused on prioritizing the occupancy and start making tion programs in particular. highest risk capabilities. use of the capability as soon There was real urgency, and “This is a first for the as possible. In the case of everyone really stepped up NNSA community,” said the AME campus, staff will to get this done.” Sheely, referring to the new begin moving into the first The “area plan,” spon- approach. “The team here building in May 2020. LLNL, NNSA, LFO and Hensel Phelps officials break ground on the AME campus at sored both by LLNL and showed tremendous leader- “This is all about deliv- LLNL. From left: Kenneth Sheely, Deputy Associate Administrator for Infrastructure NNSA, aims to consolidate ship in rethinking how we ering Laboratory science in the NNSA Office of Safety, Infrastructure and Operations; Scott Bills, Operations capabilities while reduc- recapitalize infrastructure. and technology capabil- Manager for Hensel Phelps; Janis Parenti, Deputy Manager of the Livermore Field ing footprint and gaining This approach will reshape ity in time for the warhead Office; and Bill Goldstein, LLNL Director. (Photo – Courtesy of LLNL) efficiencies by collocating the entire enterprise.” modernization programs,” synergistic capabilities. The The hallmark of the area- said Katy Lu, Weapons In- Leadership from Law- on the Applied Materials and of major stockpile steward- new buildings will house of- plan approach is construc- frastructure deputy program rence Livermore National Engineering (AME) campus ship programs. fices, polymers, joining and tion and renovation with leader. “Making this project Laboratory (LLNL), the at LLNL. The groundbreak- Addressing the crowd vapor deposition engineer- the comprehensive approach happen is a testament to the National Nuclear Security ing was for the start of new were Bill Goldstein, LLNL ing capabilities. of consolidating and col- partnership to find solutions Administration (NNSA), building construction in the director; Kenneth Sheely, “The buildings you’ll see locating capabilities, new and deliver mission-critical Livermore Field Office 2200 block of the Labora- deputy associate administra- will represent the success of construction and facility capability. (LFO) and contractor Hensel tory and will come online tor for Infrastructure in the a partnership that we plan to Phelps broke ground June 5 just in time to support a pair NNSA Office of Safety, In- continue,” said Parenti.

Dublin’s popular trio of Family Campouts started on June 29-30 at Emerald Glen Park. The two upcoming campouts are: July 13-14, at Alamo Creek Park; and August 3-4, at Schaefer Ranch Park. To register or learn more, visit www.dublin.ca.gov/784/Family-Campout. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen)

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Camps Scheduled for July 12 Aja Vu Tommy Castro Vince Neil of Concert Music of Steely Dan & The Painkillers Mötley Crüe Lights for Liberty, a vigil ing interviews with visitors. tor operation costs are much to draw attention to the The number one complaint higher, according to federal Series JULY 5 JULY 6 JULY 7 inhumane conditions faced of those held in detention is government data, which list by refugees being held in medical neglect. the average daily cost as confinement, is scheduled California is one of the $149.58 per person in a pri- for Friday, July 12, from top five states with the larg- vate facility and $98.27 in 7:30 – 9 pm, at the Flagpole est number of people in a municipal immigrant jail. in downtown Livermore. detention (6,527). It costs Freedom for Immigrants’ The event is being hosted by significant taxpayer dollars data identify that most refu- Livermore Indivisible. to detain people in Cali- gees originate from Mexico, Events are being held fornia: $145/day on aver- El Salvador, Honduras, and around the country and in age, according to www. Guatemala. According to other parts of the world. freedomforimmigrants.org. federal data obtained by the Recent news reports have This includes the costs for National Immigrant Justice described children being guards, healthcare, and other Center, refugees are being Jr. Livestock Auction given only Mylar blankets direct costs. held for longer periods. On to sleep on concrete floors; Nationwide, more than average, they were held 21 July 7 children assigned to care for 60% of detainees are held days in FY 2015, 22 days in toddlers; refugees given no in private prisons by ICE FY 2016, and 34 days during toothbrush, soap, showers contractors. GEO Group FY 2017. or bathing for weeks; lights and Corrections Corps of For more information, go and fans operating 24 hours America/CoreCivic are to www.lightsforliberty.org. a day; crowding so there is some of the largest private Register to attend the Liver- no room to stretch or sleep; companies running deten- more event on its Facebook and kids falling asleep dur- tion centers. Private contrac- event page.

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*DISCOUNTS END AT 5pm † See website for details alamedacountyfair.com Schedule subject to change JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 3 Study Finds Any Human Hair Can Be Used for Identification Any single hair from from people’s heads for ing the individual profiles Anex, other authors of the In the 2016 announce- chemically more robust than anywhere on the human identifying people. Now more discriminating. Scientific Reports paper ment that FSC researchers nuclear DNA. The method body can be used to identify the question arises: Can you Through the first few are: Katelyn Mason, an FSC had developed a forensic has been able to detect pro- a person. get the same identification years of the Lab’s research chemist; Brad Hart, the for- method to identify people tein markers in human hair This conclusion is one information from hair in (2013-2016) into using pro- mer head of the Livermore using human hair proteins, more than 250 years old. of the key findings from a other body locations? tein markers from human FSC and now the leader they noted that proteins are nearly year-long study by “In this paper, we studied hair to identify people, the of the Lab’s Intelligence a team of researchers from arm and pubic hair com- researchers used multiple Programs; and A. Daniel Lawrence Livermore Na- pared with head hair. We hairs for their samples. They Jones, Chu’s thesis adviser tional Laboratory’s (LLNL) found that arm and pubic were able to find enough and a professor in the De- Forensic Science Center hair essentially give us the markers to provide a unique partment of Biochemistry (FSC) and Michigan State same information as head pattern for an individual and Molecular Biology at University. hair,” Chu continued. that would distinguish that Michigan State University. The team’s study, pub- It is anticipated by the person among a population Research for the Sci- lished in Scientific Reports, LLNL-Michigan State team of 1 million. entific Reports paper was a journal of Nature Mag- that the “real relevance” of Now, six years after start- funded through the Liver- azine, could provide an their research could come ing their research, the Liver- more Graduate Scholars important new avenue of in helping law enforcement more team can use a single Program and LLNL’s Labo- evidence for law enforce- authorities investigate sex- one-inch strand of hair to ratory Directed Research ment authorities in sexual ual assault cases, said paper identify one person from and Development Program. assault cases. co-author and FSC chemist among 10 million people. In 2016, FSC scientists Deon Anex. “We’ve worked to refine developed the first-ever “Pubic hair from an as- the technique so we could biological identification sailant can often be found do our analysis with only method that exploits the during an examination of one human hair, which is information encoded in the a sexual assault victim. more forensically relevant,” proteins of human hair from Because of this research, Anex said. “Our expectation people’s heads. This foren- the analysis of protein iden- is that with further work, we sic science breakthrough tification markers in such should be able to achieve the provides a second science- pubic hair could someday be 1 in 10 million identification based, statistically validated used as evidence in criminal ratio for single hairs from way to identify people and cases,” Anex said. other body locations, espe- link individuals to evidence Based on the protein cially pubic hair.” in addition to DNA profil- content of the hairs, the In addition to Chu and ing. forensic scientists indicated “This new paper focuses that they also can determine on elucidating more of the whether an individual hair is hair protein chemistry and from a person’s head, arm or its effects on the protein pubic area. marker identification,” said “The specific levels of chemist Fanny Chu, the pa- the individual proteins that per’s lead author, a graduate constitute human hair vary student at Michigan State by body location,” Chu said. University and a Livermore The team discovered that Graduate Scholar, a program the protein content of pubic that allows Ph.D. students hair is significantly higher to work on their thesis at than head and arm hair, ac- LLNL. cording to Chu, who noted “We’ve already shown this means more protein that we can use human hair markers can be found, mak- Bauer-Kahan Offers Coffee Chat In Pleasanton Assemblymember Re- becca Bauer-Kahan (AD 16) invites you to join your friends and neighbors for a casual conversation over coffee at Inklings Coffee in Pleasanton on Thursday, July 11th, from 4:30 - 5:30 pm. Share your thoughts on community and legislative matters important to you. While no RSVP is required, attendees may RSVP online. For more information or to RSVP, go to assembly.ca.gov/bauer-kahan or call the district office at Material Handling Wheelchair Golf Aerial Lift 925-328-1515. Inklings Coffee & Tea is located at 530 Main St., Pleasanton, CA 94566. Applications Everybody is Being Accepted For Citizen Police Academy Talking about The Livermore Police Department is now accepting applications for its 36th Citizens Police Academy (CPA). The 17- Electric Vehicles week academy will run from August 7th through Automotive Delivery December 11th. There are no physical requirements for most activities and no cost to participants. The CPA provides participants with a unique inside look at the Livermore Police Department and the law enforcement community. Participants will be presented with a variety of topics, including patrol operations, communications, evidence collection, hiring and recruitment, traffic, animal control, laws of arrest, search and seizure, use of force, investigations, Airport Construction All-Terrain Sweepers & Floor Care crime analysis, police pro- cedures, ethical issues, and many others. The sessions are de- When that subject arises, people usually talk about on-road electric cars, not realizing that many signed so that participants millions of off-road electric and hybrid vehicles have already been in use for decades. These get involved asking questions and doing hands-on functional utility, recreational and industrial vehicles are all around, virtually everywhere you look. activities. A tour of the police facility is included We know! We’re Curtis Instruments, Inc., in Livermore, your good, clean and green neighbor, in the first session. There will also be opportunities working to make the world a better place, one vehicle at a time. As specialists in battery for ride-a-longs with patrol officers and sit-a-longs powered vehicles, Curtis helps the manufacturers of EVs make their vehicles achieve optimum with police dispatchers. drive performance, while preventing carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide, and hydrocarbon The program also includes a range day that will be on pollution. Curtis is a global technology leader in the design and development of integrated a Saturday or Sunday, date yet to be determined. power and control systems, instrumentation and related technology for all types of zero-emission Community members equipment and transportation. are invited to be a part of this cooperative effort between the police and the public. To apply, please complete your application online at the following link: http://bttr.im/at4l4. If you have any questions please contact Public Safety Dispatcher Tiffany Cach by email at tcach@ cityoflivermore.net, or Crime Prevention Special- ist Nikki Aguon at (925) 371-4978. 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AAA Rating Reaffirmed for Alameda EDITORIAL County Sales Tax Revenue Bonds Ban on Nicotine Devices AAA Rating Reaf- maturity date of March and Alameda CTC will not firmed for County Sales 1, 2022. The issuance of issue any additional debt Kudos to the Livermore City purchase of tobacco products by Tax Revenue Bonds these bonds has enabled secured by the Measure B Council for moving forward with persons under 21 years of age is the The Alameda County Alameda CTC to deliver sales tax measure. an ordinance to ban the sale of all goal, the ban will impact all ages. Transportation Commis- critical voter-approved The strength of Alam- flavored tobacco products, including Despite that, we think that the ban sion's (Alameda CTC) transportation infrastruc- eda CTC’s credit profile electronic devices and any fluids that is important in looking at just one “AAA” rating of its Series ture improvement projects benefits from the county’s 2014 sales tax revenue efficiently, reducing proj- proximity to the thriving can be used to deliver nicotine in an statistic. Between 2013 to 2015, an bonds (limited tax bonds) ect costs while creating San Francisco Bay Area aerosolized or vaporized form. estimated 15% of 9th and 11th grade has been reaffirmed by local jobs and fulfilling regional economy. With a Livermore will become only one students in California reported using S&P Global Ratings, a promises to voters. strong foundation of tech- of two cities in the country to ban electronic smoking devices. leading provider of credit As of the end of the nology and financial ser- electronic delivery devices. The final Given the addictive qualities of ratings. The bonds of ap- 2018 fiscal year, Alameda vices, the local economy proximately $137.1 million CTC had approximately holds not only regional, but approval of the ordinance is sched- nicotine and the impacts of tobacco were sold in March 2014 $95 million in Series 2014 national and international uled for the July 8 meeting. It would on health, the council is wise to pass and are secured by Mea- bonds outstanding – its importance, and Alameda go into effect 30 days later. such an ordinance. sure B, Alameda County’s only outstanding debt. A County continues to grow While discouraging the illegal half-cent transportation primary factor in the rating at rates that outpace the sales tax measure, and criteria is that the bonds are state and the nation. have a scheduled final secured by a closed lien MAILBOX (Opinions voiced in let- the Livermore Lab Founda- ners, donors and volunteers representative governing is Council Must Refrain qualify for the ballot. At that ters published in Mailbox tion on your front page last who've stepped up to join us for other cities? If they truly From Violating point, the City Council must are those of the author and week and in your editorial on this journey. want to run the city, how either place the initiative do not necessarily reflect the today. As you cited, it's an Louis Pasteur, the famous about the old-fashioned way Constitutional Rights before the voters or adopt opinion of The Independent. exciting time for both our French biologist known where they put themselves Of Livermore Citizens it themselves as a matter The Independent will not Foundation, as well as Law- for his remarkable break- on the ballot? If elected, Bill Dunlop, of law. publish anonymous letters. rence Livermore National throughs in the causes and they can work at the nuts Item 5.02 is a wasteful All letters are required to Chair of Citizens for a Lab and the remarkable prevention of diseases, once and bolts of government Livermore Central Park attempt to interfere with the have the names of the per- accomplishments that are said, "Science knows no that includes endless study constitutionally-protected sons submitting them and If the City Council pro- city of residence. Abusive occurring there daily. country because knowledge of proposals, constant meet- ceeds with any agreement to rights of Livermore’s vot- letters may be rejected or Our Foundation is hon- belongs to humanity and is ings and making themselves move forward with Presidio, ers. The City Council must edited. Frequent letter writ- ored to be able to advance the torch which illuminates available to outraged citi- its hotel developer, it will reject this proposal. Other- ers may have publication of this science by providing the world." We believe this, zens like themselves. be violating the constitu- wise, they will be undermin- their letters delayed. Letters important philanthro pic and we look forward to Some scientists are warn- tional rights of Livermore’s ing the democratic process should be sent by email to support for research initia- working with our greater ing that the Earth will be citizens. to let Livermore’s voters [email protected]) tives like ALS biomarkers community to advance the unsustainable in 20 years. Item 5.02 on the July decide what is in the City’s and climate change, and via science that makes us all These mid-20th century 8 City Council agenda is best interest. Thank You programs like Girls Who shine a bit brighter, and thinkers’ ads brag about clearly intended to interfere Dona L. Crawford, Code and summer intern- inspires the next generation more climate-killing auto with those rights. It proposes Unusual Occurences ships for high school and of critical thinkers. parking spaces, wasted area President, to authorize the City staff to At LLNL college students. that could be used for a negotiate with Presidio for Livermore Lab Foundation Nick Bastovan, Livermore But as we all know, it "Dreamin' is Free..." larger park area. Their at- a deal that will be in direct A warm thank you for I recently joined Tri- takes a village. That's why Daryl R. Carlson, Livermore tempt to reduce the afford- conflict with the Central acknowledging the work of we're so grateful to our part- able housing flies in the Valley CAREs as a legal Like locusts descending Park Plan. intern. CAREs is a non- upon fields of amber grain, face of density construction Every day now, voters endorsed by environmental profit watchdog organiza- signature collectors for the in Livermore are signing tion that has monitored the unwise and costly ballot groups like the Sierra Club. petitions to put the Central And what if the out of the Lawrence Livermore Na- Initiative are dropping out of Park Plan on the ballot. This tional Laboratory (LLNL) (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) way bloated West Hôtel El- PUBLISHER: Joan Kinney Seppala the sky and into Livermore, means that the voters’ rights for over 30 years. Already ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) ephant Blanc does not reach under Article IV, section 1 of EDITOR: Janet Armantrout chewing on local registered I have learned things about voters. occupancy requirements for the California Constitution THE INDEPENDENT (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., profitability and must be LLNL that concern me as a Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional How on earth can anyone have vested. resident of this community. entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998. THE INDEPENDENT is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. possibly sign in favor of then converted to a home for This summer, enough com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, Foreign Asylum Seekers? I reviewed LLNL’s 34 Un- 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. a ballot Initiative cobbled Livermore voters will have Do common sense a fa- usual Occurrence Reports Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 together by a small group of signed the petition for the that were generated in 2018, during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. vigilantes who believe that vor and opt not to sign this Central Park Plan and it will Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. wasteful ballot proposal. and the following three were www.independentnews.com (See MAILBOX, page 6 THE LIVERMORE CENTRAL PARK PLAN

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FlagPole Plaza 1 Signature Central Park to form a 5 Center for Science, Culture & Education continuous expanse of greenery from the for education, classes, performances and Bankhead Theater Park Plaza to L Street. displays of science, art and history. 2 Retain Stockmen’s Park to honor our 6 Affordable housing, in an appropriate ranching history. location not covering the Central Park, to 3 Convenient Parking with new garages meet City needs. to offer 316 more spaces than the city plan 7 Wine Country Hotel with up to 160 rooms, near Livermore Avenue. a resort destination. 4 Black Box Theater with flexible seating for 8 L Street Parking Garage. A new, 3-story performance, education and cultural events. parking garage will also offer convenient parking near L Street.

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One of the most exciting elements of the Central Park plan is the open space! The citizens’ plan showcases a beautiful, activated Central Park, which will join with the lawn and other features in Stockmen’s Park, to provide 3 acres of parkland stretching from the Bankhead Park Plaza to L Street. In contrast, the only parkland in the City’s plan is Stockmen’s Park1 – which is 1.5 acres in size2 – just half of what the citizens’ plan offers. SIGN THE INITIATIVE. LET VOTERS DECIDE! Call (925) 243-7098 or visit betterlivermore.com to volunteer! 1. Council Meeting May 13, 2019 Agenda, Public Hearing Item 5.01, page 505, A Resolution approving Specific Plan Amendment 18-003; 2. Council Meeting September 24, 2018 Agenda, Public Hearing Item 5.05, page 557, Stockmen’s Park

Ad Paid for by Citizens for a Livermore Central Park. 6 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019 MAILBOX (Continued from page 4) particularly serious. substantial area of land in Seibel, Barbara Reynolds In May 2018, there was the middle of a city in the and Brian O’Reilly. an issue with the ventilation Bay Area is a rare opportu- system in Building 132, nity for a community. Liver- Restoration of War which was causing fumes to more has that opportunity. be taken into the ventilation Decisions made now are Powers Resolution system only to be filtered going to be with the com- Tom O'Neill, Livermore back into the same building. munity for generations. The JFK sponsored war in This recirculation of harm- people of Livermore should Laos by recruiting its moun- ful fumes had persisted for be able to make those deci- tain people while publicly “some time” with various sions. claiming to be engaged with workers complaining of a Your signature with those the Soviet Union in allow- strong chemical odor. How- of other Livermore citizens ing neutrality there. He was ever, it was not addressed, will allow them to vote on a gifted liar, and – among and there is no indication as a plan with a larger Central other lies – he got away with to whether worker exposure Park, more parking, a larger, this one. was evaluated. more upscale hotel, and Some eight years later, in At LLNL’s high explo- housing oriented to entry- summer 1970, when Nixon sive testing facility at Site level renters. went public about widening 300 in Tracy, there were This Central Park Plan the Viet Nam War into Cam- six separate violations in includes space for the Black bodia, many Democrats dean inspection by the San Box Theater and the Center nounced him fiercely. Their Joaquin County Department for Science, Culture and premise was "only Congress of Environmental Health Education, while allow- has the right to declare war." found in 2018, including ing flexibility for the City What diluted the force of An outdoor yoga and meditation session took place at the Shea Homes Plaza outside the failure to implement the Council to choose between the Democratic protest was the Bankhead Theater in Livermore on June 21, International Yoga Day. The free event spill prevention, control and various locations for those that both JFK and LBJ had was sponsored by the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center. countermeasures plan for structures within the plan waged the war in Viet Nam the site. What is also alarm- area. However, both the pretty much as they saw fit. ing is that just two years Black Box Theater and the LBJ did seek (and got) the ago, LLNL was granted a Center for Science, Culture Gulf of Tonkin Resolution new Hazardous Waste Per- and Education will need from Congress, but that mit and it currently seeks to your financial support to hardly provided cover for a expand bomb blasting. come to fruition. Democrat claim to Constitu- Perhaps the most alarm- I urge you to sign the pe- tional Virtue since it quickly ing report was in Septem- tition and allow the people became known that LBJ had ber 2018 when a class III of Livermore to decide what simply lied to get it. curium-224 source (a ra- they want for their down- dioactive material) went town. For more information, The War Powers Resolu- missing in Building 194. visit www.betterlivermore. tion was passed in 1973 in It was determined that this com. an effort to steer the nation radioactive material had back toward the division been missing since June of of power provided for in that year, and it took LLNL Central Park Plan the Constitution – with the three months to notice that Ignores Housing Needs initiative on war belonging it was missing. What is even Laning Thompson, Livermore to Congress. The resolution more concerning is that this Which does our city core has never had much ef- dangerous material has still really need right now: more fectiveness though because not been located. open space and a sprawling each party has wanted to I have filed Freedom of hotel — or affordable apart- be exempt from it when a Information Act requests ments? member of their party was seeking more information As a longtime board President. Bill Clinton ig- International Yoga Day in Livermore was hosted by Joya Yoga, Dragonfly Yoga and about these accidents for member and officer of In- nored it regarding Kosovo; Omni Fight Club (Photos – Doug Jorgensen) CAREs. The question is terfaith Housing, Inc. (IFH), Obama and Hillary ignored not if there will be more ac- I want to point out that the it in Libya. (If you can't re- cidents, but when and how Livermore Central Park member any great congres- serious will they be. Plan Initiative would cut sional debates over the use I am relieved that CAREs the downtown housing to of war powers in Kosovo is watching out. Check out 84 tiny units instead of the or Libya, it's because there their work at www.trival- City’s planned 130 one- weren't any.) leycares.org. story apartments of varying Among the more costly sizes, which are intended aspects of reneging on ex- to be affordable for people Central Park Plan pectations he'd generated with moderate to low in- during his 2008 campaign Concerns comes. was Obama's immediate Ricardo Flores Proponents of the Central 2009 amnesia in regard to The Central Park Plan, as Park Plan Initiative justify putting restraint on unau- being shown by the initia- reducing that housing by thorized and undisclosed tive, has many more nega- noting that it was the least uses of violence abroad. tives than positives. popular of the downtown Obama's lapse has had the The positives are a very components chosen in the highly undesirable effect of large open-space area with 2017 community engage- confirming the notion that a a parking structure directly ment process. However, the President has the authority across from Stockmen’s majority of the individuals to do whatever he wants Park - convenient to the who expressed their prefer- abroad, and no one has any park, the Bankhead, the ences at those workshops legal right to challenge him. movie theater, and some were secure in their own While some have been com- restaurants. homes, and weren’t fully plaining that Trump is dis- The negatives outweigh aware of the growing need (De-)Construction those, starting with a re- for apartment buildings. mantling Obama's legacy, it seems more accurate, with At Holmes and SPORTS NOTES ally weird design for the During the last two years the Concannon hotel on Railroad which need for affordable housing regard to war, to note that looks like a train with two has vastly increased — to Obama's legacy is Trump. Diana Fredrich, Livermore cabooses attached ending at the point where our state Today Trump seems I drive by the intersection L Street. Blacksmith Square legislature is currently con- unchallenged by fellow of Holmes and Concannon is kept the same size as it sidering a dozen different Americans in his claim he regularly. The (de-) con- is now without the already bills to deal with the housing has a right to dictate which struction project there has approved increase in size. crisis! Shouldn’t Livermore weapons Iranians may de- become a huge eyesore! The science building is be doing its part? velop within their borders. I know that construction way down at L Street like Jobs have been steadily If anything can bring an end projects usually go through an orphan building opposite increasing in the Bay Area, to human habitation on earth an “ugly” phase, but this a much smaller L Street but housing isn’t keeping suddenly, it's arrogance of one is particularly large and parking garage. There is a up, especially since we the sort by which we make particularly unsightly! The lowered number of housing started out with a deficit our President the lord and buildings have been sitting right behind the First Street caused by municipalities master of the planet. in various stages of disas- restaurants, with plans for discouraging the develop- If, on the other hand, one sembly for quite a while. Gillian Cumti sliced 6 seconds from her 25 yard butterfly. more patio eating areas at ment of apartment buildings doesn't like the notion of Progress on the demolition the back of some of these under the notion that it was humanity's sudden collapse has seemed to have come to Pleasanton Valley Club boys butterfly and breaststroke, a complete stop. Weeds have respectively. restaurants. It seems really more important to preserve into total oblivion, one may Swimming Gavin Braga dropped 14+ seconds gross to be starting at the neighborhood quality. The wish to rouse one's con- grown tall, and the trees are Pleasanton Valley Club won in the 6 and under 25 freestyle and dead or dying. It looks like against the Livermore Tennis Club, Hannah Wildy dropped 8 seconds in back of a building when lack of housing and result- gresspeople to work across the 9-10 girls 50 yard freestyle. a large run-down slummy 1082 to 715. eating. And also, the occu- ing sky-high rents are mak- party lines for a reinvigo- Sarah Baer swam every race Vedant Dave dropped over 6 sec- area now. It is a blight to the onds in the 9-10 boys 100 individual pants of the housing would ing it difficult for employers ration of the War Powers with a personal best time. Makayla people who live in that area. Rauscher broke the PVC 11-12 girls medley. Gillian Cumti dropped 7-8s probably have to keep their to attract and retain workers, Resolution. 50 backstroke record. in the girls 25 yard butterfly. windows closed to avoid the and young people can’t af- I hope that some atten- Arlo Brabant and Otto Kading Molly Wildy dropped over 5 tion can be brought to this dropped 19+ seconds in the 7-8 seconds in the 13-14 girls 50 yard odors entering. ford to live in our commu- butterfly. About that housing — nity. Homelessness in our Council Urged to problem, because the site is at the intersection of two three different people talk- county has increased 43% Consider Central Park conditions can be compared in for-profit encampments major thoroughfares. This ing to me about voting for since 2017, with the lack of to those in concentration for months on end? There Plan Succeeding reflects poorly on Liver- the initiative stated that the affordable housing being a camps. There is no valid are better, more humane and Jeff Kaskey, Livermore more. homes would be mini-units major factor. Do we want I watched volunteers excuse for allowing this to legal options available. because that is what the more homeless people? gathering signatures to put happen in the first place, To protest the inhuman people of Livermore want- In addition, the ongoing the Central Park Plan Initia- There is No Valid much less for it to continue. conditions children and ed. Who are those people? opposition from the collab- tive on the ballot. The plan, Excuse! Join Me! The situation is urgent and a refugees are subjected to, Ask any rational person orative known variously as featuring a west-side hotel Kristine Kansa, Livermore strong moral voice from ev- I will join a group of fel- what a home is. These are the Citizen’s Group, Friends and broad east-west park It is beyond troubling ery sector of society, includ- low community members not real homes, they will be of Livermore, the Liver- including Stockmen’s Park, what is going on in our ing religious leaders and in a vigil called “Lights for the size of those tiny homes more Community Group, got very positive responses country. The inhumane communities, is required. Liberty” on Friday evening, that are on T.V. in order to and now Citizens for a from the Livermore resi- treatment of children, in- This is not about conserva- July 12, from 7:30 to 9, at stuff 80 of them in that area. Livermore Central Park, dents discussing and signing cluding babies and toddlers, tive vs. liberal points of the Flagpole in downtown These were supposed to be has caused so much extra the initiative. in overcrowded detention view on immigration. It Livermore. I hope you will mainly affordable housing work for our City’s planning is about our treatment of join me. If you cannot at- I hope that when the camps is unconscionable. for Livermore’s firefighters, department that the develop- fellow human beings. It is tend, please put a light in Livermore City Council If court-ordered investi- police and teachers. Is this ment of Interfaith Housing’s gators had not gone public, about human decency. It is your window or yard to how we treat these people? 140-unit apartment building votes next week on authoriz- about violating our coun- show your solidarity ing negotiations with hotel we would not know what for low-income seniors at we know now. They told us try’s basic values. the end of Pacific Ave. has developer Presidio that they We need to hold the ad- Allow the People to consider the likelihood that about children taking care Keep Paradise Green been delayed almost a year, of younger children and ministration accountable Susan Putnam, Livermore Choose and our negotiating agree- the Central Park Plan will and make our voices heard. succeed at the ballot box. toddlers without diapers, As density increases in Michael Fredrich, Livermore ment with the city must be kids sleeping on concrete The administration must our beautiful Tri-Valley, You have probably seen renewed. The public outreach process rectify this situation im- already established that the floors, unwashed, without the need for outdoor spaces people around Livermore Please ignore the paid soap and toothbrushes for mediately. It can be done. and parks is also increas- with yellow T-shirts asking signature gatherers and majority of participants fa- Most of the children either vored such a west-side park days, even weeks. They told ing. What could be more you for your signature on refrain from signing this us of inadequate food and came with family or have and hotel plan. With this in beautiful than a green belt their petition. I urge you harmful initiative! children waking up hungry family members in this mind, the Presidio negotia- gracing the heart of Liver- to sign it. You will help to This letter is also en- and cold with only mylar country with whom they more? Truly a gift for now allow the people of Liver- dorsed by IFH board mem- tions must include discus- blankets — and sometimes can be placed. That should sions of the west-side hotel. and generations to come, the more to decide the destiny bers Mary Pineda, Barbara no blankets. happen now. Why hold Livermore Central Park is a of Livermore 's downtown. Lasinski, Bob Hoffman, them in overcrowded, This is a travesty. Such (See MAILBOX, page 9) The chance to shape a Maxine Brookner, Milly unsanitary facilities or JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 7 CLASSROOM (Continued from first page) this building is complete, lion. Financing announced ward with the Engineering school year. Phase 2 will thorough search for a new projects. “This is a major and the future high school for the first phase includes and Science Building our provide three more class- superintendent. win for the people of Dub- is open, portables will be $135 million from Measure community so graciously room wings. Marken took on the lin,” she said. removed from Dublin High H. Some $28 million that funded.” The final phases of the role of Interim Superin- School. We’ll see optimal the state owes the district “To also reach a major project, not yet awarded, tendent shortly after the FILING FOR BOARD utilization of the campus for as reimbursement for the milestone on the future high will involve the construction previous Superintendent, OPENS JULY 15 the first time in years.” district’s paying for the school project during the of new administrative offic- Leslie Boozer, resigned a The board has been Construction will begin Amador Elementary School same meeting shows we are es, a library, multi-purpose few months ago. The board working with two of its seats this summer, with comple- is one possible source, ac- on the road to having two room, and the demolition of approved hiring Marken at empty. Gabrielle Blackman tion scheduled for the 2020- cording to district spokes- comprehensive high schools older structures. The project its previous meeting, but was elected June 4 in a 21 school year. person Chip Dehnert. in Dublin that will be the is scheduled to be completed had to resolve the salary special election to replace Phase 2 of the new high envy of the Tri-Valley, while in the summer of 2022. issue, before making the Joe Giannini, who resigned FUTURE HIGH school will cost an addition- providing our students with Funding for the Murray appointment final. late last year. She cannot SCHOOL SITE al $102 million. Funding for the exceptional educational project will come entirely Marken, formerly prin- officially join the board CONCEPT APPROVED it will require an additional opportunities they deserve,” from Measure H. cipal of Dublin High, also until the Alameda County Addressing the future future bond, said Dehnert. concluded Miller. The board also approved held other Dublin offices Registrar of Voters certifies high school, the board ap- The board agreed to hire a purchase agreement for over 13 years, and served the election results, and the proved the site plan concept TBWB Strategies of San MURRAY WILL HAVE property located directly as a superintendent in the Alameda County Office of created by design firm SIM- Francisco to advise the dis- NEW CLASSROOMS adjacent to the DUSD of- Newark Unified School Dis- Education (ACOE) declares PBK. Previously, the 23- trict in regard to the polling, The board also approved fices at 7471 Larkdale Ave. trict for five years. He came her the winner of a special acre Promenade, as it was bond information, and other classroom construction at The land, owned by Easter out of retirement to take the election in Area 4. called, had been proposed aspects of passing a new Murray Elementary School. Seals Bay Area, was pur- Dublin job. Dan Cunningham re- for residences and stores. bond measure. A TBWB The contract went to Ameri- chased below market value Marken’s contract with signed from the board effec- It is located between Dub- representative told the board can Modular Systems in for $900,000. Acquisition of Dublin calls for $330,000 tive March 1. His seat will lin Boulevard and Central that the March 2020 Presi- Manteca. They build modu- this property, approximately salary, but no holiday pay, be filled in an election only Parkway, where Grafton and dential Primary Election lar classrooms that look like 30,000sf, will help the dis- no car allowance, and no in the school district’s Area Finnian streets intersect. would be the earliest the permanent buildings. trict address growth needs fringe benefits. 3 on Nov. 5. Originally, Phase 1 of district could place a bond The Murray campus, at its office. Marken said he intends The Registrar of Voters the high school project was on the ballot. on Davona Drive in West to move to Dublin from has announced that the filing planned for 1000 students, Commenting on the fu- Dublin, is 53 years old, and MARKEN EARNS his home in Lodi. He said period for the Area 3 elec- but the board boosted it to ture work at Dublin High is expected to experience $330,000, BUT NO that only Dublin’s need tion will open July 15 and 1300. There will be a Phase and plans for the new high significant growth in the BENEFITS persuaded him to leave his close Aug. 9. Filing papers 2, bringing total capacity school campus, Board Presi- future. The board unanimously retirement life. will be available Monday at the new campus to 2500 dent Amy Miller stated, “Al- Phase 1 at Murray will voted to sign a two-year Miller said that Marken’s through Friday, 8:30 a.m. students. though it has taken longer include two new wings, with contract with Marken as commitment will help stabi- to 5:00 p.m. The total estimated cost than expected, I’m so happy 12 classrooms added by the its Superintendent, so there lize the district as the board for Phase 1 is $166.6 mil- we are finally moving for- beginning of the 2020-21 will be time to conduct a faces a number of significant Military Recognizes Zone 7 for Going ‘Above and Beyond’ Zone 7 Water Agency Award is a step above the provides peace of mind and reservists carry on the spirit Navarra heard about the have changed to succulent was honored with an award Patriot Award, which is allows us to focus on our of the original American concept last year at a water- gardens. He supports that. from the Department of given to 2000 employers. military commitments when soldiers. There were no pro- smart program in Colorado. Garden succulents are Defense for its role in sup- Zone 7 received that award we are training, or if we are fessional solders for many The program there saved fleshy plants that store wa- porting staff member Andy in 2018, also for its encour- called to active duty.” years in the nation’s history, more than 1 billion gallons ter in leaves and stems, and Chamberlain’s service in the agement of Chamberlain. It Board Vice-president he noted. of water. Programs offered provide an assortment of military reserves. was presented to Principal Sandy Figuers said that in in Texas and Southern Cali- shapes, sizes, and colors. Zone 7 is one of 40 em- Engineer Joe Seto, who su- accepting the award, Zone GARDEN IN A BOX fornia have been successful, Director Olivia Sanwong ployers statewide given the pervises Chamberlain. 7 reaffirms its commitment CAN SAVE WATER she said. said that she wants to learn Above and Beyond Award On accepting his award, to supporting the service The board also heard Navarra envisions that more about the Garden in a by the Employer Support Chamberlain stated, “The members who continue the information about a new the palettes would range Box for her own personal of the Guard and Reserve agency supports me and heritage of military service. program Zone 7 plans to from 100 to 600 square feet; use at home. (ESGR), a Department of my fellow reservists with “On behalf of Zone 7 and offer for water conservation. the boxes could include suc- Navarra would like to Defense program. an excellent military leave my fellow board members, Staff member Robyn culents. roll out Garden in a Box The presentation was policy, full reintegration I want to express how hon- Navarra said the program is Purchasers would have to in Fiscal Year 2020-21 but made at the June 19 Zone into staff roles and projects ored we are to maintain that called “Garden in a Box.” It attend an hour-long work- needs to see how much grant 7 board meeting by retired following periods of leave, heritage, and to play a part consists of a box on a pallet shop to learn how to install money she can raise by then. Army Col. Phil Stage, who and continued acknowl- in supporting the defense of that includes instructions for and maintain them. Director The program would give lives in Pleasanton. edgement on project teams our great nation.” watering. Local nurseries Dick Quigley said that since a rebate of $50 per unit to The Above and Beyond during those periods. This Figuers said the nation’s are usually involved. the drought, many people encourage purchases of the 500 projected units. Two New Appointments Made at CLPCCD Chabot-Las Positas counselor and administrator ing increased quality of life Trustees to begin her tenure Community College District to the role. for adults with disabilities, at the beginning of July. She (CLPCCD) has announced Prior to her role at low-income families and holds a Ph.D. in Speech the hiring of a new Vice CLPCCD, Dr. Fleischer cancer survivors. Communication and Mas- Chancellor and Academic Rowland served as Asso- She has one son attend- ters in Rhetoric and Public Vice President. Dr. Theresa ciate Vice Chancellor of ing University of California Address from Florida State Fleischer Rowland began Instruction at City College Santa Cruz and one son University. tenure as Vice Chancellor of San Francisco, an in- who was recently commis- of Educational Services and stitution serving approxi- sioned in the United States Student Success on June 3. mately 65,000 students. Air Force. Dr. Kristina Whalen will Additionally, she spent six Describing Dr. Kristina begin tenure in July as the years with the Foundation Whalen, the district’s new college district’s new Aca- for California Community Academic Vice President, demic Vice President. Colleges/Career Ladders CLPCCD President Ro- Dr. Fleischer Rowland Project as senior director anna Bennie said, "Kristina is a lifelong educator pro- and worked to improve state brings a reputation of col- viding leadership, vision policy and student success laborative problem-solving and strategic direction to impact through large-scale and an inclusive and innova- develop college pathways community college initiative manner of leadership. to degrees and meaningful tives. We're pleased to have her careers for California's com- Throughout her career, as part of our team and look munity college students. Dr. Fleischer Rowland has forward to her input and She has a proven track re- held the positions of adjunct influence on campus." cord in education with a counselor at Pasadena City Dr. Whalen previously career spanning more than College, assistant director served as City College of 30 years in community col- at Long Beach City Col- San Francisco's (CCSF) Dr. Theresa Fleischer lege, K12, and university lege, executive director at Associate Vice Chancellor Rowland, Vice Chancellor work. She brings experience Foothill College, vice presi- of Instruction, Enrollment of Educational Services as a teacher, tutor, advisor, dent at De Anza College, Management and Instruc- and Student Success case manager, job devel- counseling faculty at San tional Support Services. oper, community college Diego Mesa and City Col- Additionally, she held the leges and worked as a K-12 positions of CCSF's Dean DOWNTOWN teacher before obtaining her of the School of Fine, Ap- (Continued from first page) master's degree. plied and Communication Dr. Fleischer Rowland Arts, Department Chair of the downtown hotel to be holds a doctorate in edu- Speech Communication and located on the eastside of cational leadership from Student Learning Outcomes So. Livermore Avenue at the University of Southern Coordinator. Prior to CCSF, Fairgoers continue to enjoy carnival rides on the midway the Railroad Avenue inter- California (USC), a master's Dr. Whalen also worked as through July 7th. (Photo – Doug Jorgensen) section. degree in counselor educa- a coordinator for Leading On November 26, 2018, tion from San Diego State from the Middle, a leader- in response to a referen- University and a bachelor's ship development program dum, the council repealed degree from USC. A resident currently mentoring LPC's its approval of some of the of Pleasanton since 2005, campus leaders through the Specific Plan Amendments, Dr. Fleischer Rowland is an college's Guided Pathways including the amendment active East Bay community work. Dr. Kristina Whalen, allowing a fourth floor. volunteer with several non- Dr. Whalen was ap- Academic Vice President Staff anticipates the re- profit organizations support- proved by the Board of vised hotel project and purchase and sale agreement will return to the council in the fall of 2019. According to the staff report, Presidio has indicated it is important to secure assurances in order to allow the project to continue to move forward and to obtain necessary financing. The meeting begins at 7 p.m.

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All particular about how the land from which the grapes of the Cabernet grapes on vines are pruned: she likes draw life, and in keeping 2016 Petite Sirah - Best of the estate are hand picked: one shoot per spur and really with the longstanding tradi- Class of Appellation they were just about to bottle wants to see 12 clusters per tion of this historical brand, I recently tasted through the 2017 vintage. vine. Ideally, she’d like to is something of a miracle. some of these award win- The 2016 Stampmaker, get to 24—25 Brix on this They are effectively a small ners with winemaker Alyssa 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah notoriously late ripener, but island fortress in the middle Barber, and learned a few and 20% Mourvedre, is one admits they were lucky to of the great Wine Group things, not the least of which of those blends that offers reach 17 Brix in 2018. Still, sea, holding up a torch of is that yeasts are her biggest something for everyone, she holds out hope, that one consistency and quality, allies in the quest to make with its fruit-forward friend- day, the stars will align. continuing the quest of the great wines. “I might not liness from the Grenache, While the Mourvedre Concannon family, even get just the barrels I want, its savory energy from the might not have made it though Jim and John are but I can’t compromise on Mourvedre and its pep- to the finish line in 2018 effectively deep in the back- my ‘fru fru’ yeasts!” she pery edge from the Syrah. with flying colors, the Petite ground now. Their legacy explains. “I use four to eight It’s really built for food, Sirah certainly did, express- lives on in the efforts of different yeasts for each dif- and won’t overpower your ing itself in the lovely rosé James Foster and Alyssa ferent ferment to amplify palate. Stampmaker dates of Petite Sirah that scored Barber, the winemakers in complexity in aromas and back to 2001, when John Double Gold at the State charge of putting together flavors.” Concannon wanted to cre- Fair. Its aromas of lavender the carefully sourced and Barber hails from Wyo- ate a lighter style red for an and roses are infinitely ap- thoughtfully crafted wines ming, where she graduated easier style of drinking with pealing, as are its fresh and that bear the Concannon with a degree in Zoology summer foods. lively flavors of strawberry, label. and Physiology, but upon Barber tells us that this cranberry and cherry candy. Proof was in the pudding discovering the lure of wine, one was made from es- And, the color is beautiful— at the 2019 California State completed her winemaking tate Syrah and Mourvedre, a pale pink violet hue, with James Foster and Alyssa Barber, Concannon’s Fair, where the 2016 Stamp- certification at UC Davis. with the Grenache coming a touch of blue. winemaking team, display their State Fair award-winning maker GSM took Best Red She’s been with Concannon from a half acre neighboring Another BOC winner at wines. of Show. No small feat to vineyard belonging to the the State Fair, the 2016 Mal- since 2008, starting out in you’ll appreciate this. stand out among thousands Carters. Some of the estate bec, captures the red-fruited, though, reminded me more the Analytical Laboratory, Also on the tasting list of entries and prevail in vines are nearing 30 years cherry tobacco appeal of of a typical ice hockey then moved into winemak- when I visited was the 2016 the final round of judging old now, and are due for a this varietal, whose more game, with intention-getting ing, where she’s been ever Reserve Livermore Valley with over three dozen wines replant. They’ll add more elegant attributes seem to action in every aspect, from since. Chardonnay, from a vine- for judges to choose from Grenache and Chardonnay, speak out when grown in the massive blackberry aromas, Head Winemaker, Foster, yard in the Ruby Hill area. in sweepstakes. Concan- and according to Barber, Livermore Valley. Unlike to its blueberry pie border- who started with The Wine Quite tropical and rich, with non was awarded four big “I’d also like to add some Argentine examples, which ing on huckleberry flavors, Group in 1998, has been at lots of coconut, lemon pud- Double Gold, BOC winners Pinot Noir, to see how it seem to be heavier on the with considerably chewy Concannon since 2002. ding and butterscotch, it has in this competition: does. We added new Cab- smoke, tobacco and chunky tannin, reminiscent of Joe Concannon currently has just enough acidity to stand ernet Franc and got about a tannins, this Malbec plays Pavelski’s facial hair. You 189 acres of vineyards plant- up to the vanillin imparted 2016 Stampmaker half ton in 2018. It’s part of ball by the rules, without don’t necessarily drink this ed in Livermore, represent- by the oak. If you like oak GSM - Best of Class of Ap- our new Cabernet program.” the need for a dugout fight wine: you let it smash itself ing 13 varieties, of which influence, this might be a pellation, Best of Region, News on that further down spilling onto the field. around in your mouth. If 70 acres are Petite Sirah, big-boned, hard swinging home run for you. Best of California, Best of with 16 new acres of Clone the road. The 2016 Petite Sirah, Show Petite Sirah is your thing, B CORP (Continued from first page) third-party come in and youth programs or restoring Panelist Emily Allbritten, Bauer-Kahan Partners with Taylor Foundation review you actually walking the environment. We felt manager of strategic initia- the path you say you are on, like it was our responsibility tives for Athleta, a producer To Limit Fatal Food Allergy Exposures is another.” to show up as a B Corpora- of women’s athletic wear, On June 26, Assem- jor food allergens. This bill is allergic. To earn B Corp status, tion.” agreed. businesses must meet high Each B Corp business is “This is a concept about blymember Bauer-Kahan also would add “Organized There is no cure for food standards of social and en- charged an annual member thinking about people and (AD16 D-Orinda), held a Camps” to the definition of allergies and scientists do vironmental performance, fee that is based on a sliding the planet, not just about press conference at Camp “Food Facility” for the basis not understand why aller- public transparency, and scale, said Cantera, which profit. Athleta was doing Arroyo in Livermore and of training individuals who gies occur. Strict avoidance legal accountability. To start amounts to less than one so much of this already, stood with food allergy handle food at camp. of the offending food is the the process, businesses take percent of the business’s but I don’t think we were safety proponents to call In the United States, as only way to prevent severe an impact assessment and revenue. getting credit for it. That’s attention to the growing many as 15 million people allergic reaction. are then audited and verified “I first learned about a really powerful thing — deadly epidemic of food have a food allergy includ- The press conference on by B Lab, a third party non- B Corps in 2008. I wasn’t B Corp certification offers allergies and to urge pas- ing 6 million children. Ac- June 26th was held at Camp profit. B Lab started in 2007 exactly quite sure what they credibility. Our focus has sage of AB 1532, a bill cording to the federal Cen- Arroyo which is operated by with 19 certified companies. were — they were still so always been on empowering which seeks to limit deadly ters for Disease Control and The Taylor Family Founda- Today, it includes more new,” said panelist Caro- women and girls to reach allergen contaminations in Prevention, food allergies tion in partnership with the than 2,700 companies (like lina Miranda, founder and their limitless potential, and restaurants and camps. result in more than 200,000 East Bay Regional Park Patagonia, Ben & Jerry’s, CEO of Cultivating Capital, part of that is protecting the Bauer-Kahan has intro- ambulatory care visits a year District, and has been at the Seventh Generation, and which helps small business- earth in which we live. If duced AB 1532 – The Nata- involving children under the forefront of safe food al- Stumptown Coffee) in 64 es implement sustainable you go into our stores – our lie Giorgi Sunshine Act, age of 18. lergen handling for decades countries. practices. “My entire focus local one is in San Ramon this legislative session in "With nearly 10 percent – proving that these simple “I work for Beneficial in my professional career, – you’ll see a giant poster honor of Natalie Giorgi, a of the population now af- steps can be extremely ef- State Bank, a community and my personal life, is that says, ‘B Corp.’ We’re 13-year-old whom tragically fected by food allergies, fective and easily imple- development bank head- looking at how we use busi- pushing the awareness fac- passed away due to a severe raising food allergy training mented. quartered in Oakland,” said ness to do good. There were tor. We wanted to be a part reaction to a peanut allergy and awareness is more im- “For nearly 20 years luncheon panelist Andrea two things that really caught of that movement.” while at summer camp. portant than ever. This bill we have strived to bring Walker. “We offer services my attention: they were The next luncheon, Natalie’s parents, Louis and will help keep us all safer the very best quality of for individuals, businesses trying to drive systemic “State of the Economy,” Joanne Giorgi, who reside so Natalie's story is never food and service to all the and nonprofits with all the change, and were growing will take place on Thursday, in AD16 (Danville), created repeated. We are grateful children and families we things you’ve come to ex- awareness about climate July 25, at Garré Vineyard the Natalie Giorgi Sunshine for the Assemblymember's serve in partnership with pect from a big bank, but change. They said, ‘Here is & Winery. All are welcome Foundation and have be- leadership on this bill as it the East Bay Regional Park our mission and our focus an independent set of stan- to attend; tickets are $55 for come relentless advocates will improve the protection District. We look forward is totally different. The com- dards that we compiled that Livermore Valley Chamber for food allergy safety. for all of us. Simple, smart to continuing to preserve munity is our shareholder. you can use to benchmark members, and $65 for non- “After learning of Nata- steps with huge implica- the wellness of children in We make sure, at all times, your practices.’ There was members. lie’s heartbreaking story and tions—lifesaving implica- Northern California,” said that 75% of our loans are in never a doubt in my mind To learn more, visit meeting with her parents tions,” said Natalie’s parents The Taylor Family Foun- industries that are solving I would become a B Corp. www.livermorechamber. and their foundation, I was Louis and Joanne Giorgi. dation Executive Director, our society’s biggest issues, Yes, it’s a certification, but org, or bcorporation.net. inspired to act to ensure this The number of food al- Angie Carmignani. whether it be clean energy, it’s also a movement.” never happens to another lergy reactions requiring In California, currently child,” said Bauer-Kahan. emergency treatment has only one individual at any WORKFORCE “An hour of a food handler’s sharply increased over the food facility that prepares, (Continued from first page) time could literally save last decade, with a 377-per- handles, or serves non- tunities to district students Associated Builders and Craig Bueno favored the lives,” she finished. cent rise in individuals re- prepackaged food must be and professional apprentice- Contractors. They claimed agreement, stating he had AB 1532 will protect ceiving medical treatment certified in food handling ship programs for district that it would add to the cost grown up in a union family. individuals with severe food for anaphylaxis. Reactions practice for allergens. The graduates. and limit the number of "I think this would be very allergies requiring all food typically occur when an in- individual who is certified Van Schaack said, "We bidders. beneficial to the community. handlers to have a simple dividual unknowingly eats a is not required to be on the have recognized for many Trustees offered com- A pathway would be pro- certification in safe food food containing an ingredi- premises during normal years the need for providing ments. vided for a lot of kids who handling practices for ma- ent to which the individual business hours. Support opportunities other than the They wanted information otherwise would flounder.. normal college route to our about costs. (See ALLERGY page 10) students. This would help Chuck Rogge questioned create those efforts." the need for the agreement. The CWA includes a no He asked, “Would non- strike clause, an additional union workers working on a layer of oversight, and also union job get back the mon- increases opportunities for ey they pay to the union. local workers to be involved How many students would with construction, he added. be part of the program?” Supporters of the CWA Emily Prusso had similar noted that it would provide concerns. jobs for local workers, keep- Anne White stated, "The ing tax dollars at home. whole process is contrary to They liked the apprentice- what education stands for. ship provision. We stand for inclusion. We Those opposed noted aren't doing that by giving that the agreement would preference to unions." She prevent non-union appren- wanted more information tices from working on the about the apprenticeship construction projects. Most program. of those speaking in oppo- Chris Wenzel said that sition are members of the both sides had points.

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MAILBOX (Continued from page 6) green vision for our city and the climate is rotten, and It will also add the much- refund the overcharge (Take ment program. Most of the Livermore and throughout the residents. we’re burdened with rotten overdue additional parking a photo of the complete program’s clients were court the Bay Area contain several Once downtown is paved religion and guns. And, of in a closer location to the price tag and the receipt referred felons. They had times more nicotine than over, it is gone forever. Sign course, we’re replete with Bankhead Theater, the Cin- back to the store if the item been addicted to heroin, co- normal cigarettes. They are the petition to keep paradise rotten Republicans. ema, and many restaurants, is too large to return.) but caine, methamphetamines, flavored and packaged to at- — the land that belongs to Yet is it not interesting and a new parking area near good luck trying get your alcohol, or a combination tract and addict our children. the residents of Livermore how much of the world L St. and First St. over $100 item for free. of substances. Some of them Once kids are hooked, we — a green place for family would give anything if they We should be voting on sincerely wanted to clean are looking at a new gen- and friends to gather forever. could get here and live in the any and everything this large Gratitude for up their lives. They worked eration of nicotine addicts, Let the people of Liver- United States of America, that has this much impact on Livermore’s Flavored hard to utilize our treatment with a high level of health more decide! aka the United States of the city. program and to follow the risks and an added financial Rottenness? Nicotine Products Ban appropriate Twelve Step burden for them and their A Recurring Theme Review Receipts at Mary Perner, Livermore programs. families. Recently, I added my Caught my Attention Central Park Plan Costco Unfortunately, I noticed I asked Council mem- voice to an outpouring of that no matter how many bers, to enact the most strin- Paul Stone, Dublin Jan Brovont, Livermore Elizabeth Judge, Livermore community support at Liver- months they had been clean gent regulations possible One recurring theme of I agree with many of Once in a while com- more City Council meetings and sober, no matter what against vaping products and the D-20 debates last week the longtime residents of monly used price scanning for measures to protect our steps they had taken to any Livermore businesspeo- caught my attention: how Livermore that the new systems make a mistake and, city’s children from flavored change their lives, none of ple who sell these products rotten America and every- Central Park Plan represents if you catch it, you may get nicotine products (vaping them stopped smoking. Not to underage youth. They thing about her is. a better plan for a beautiful, the item for free. and e-cigarettes). I related one. We discussed this in in- have done so, unanimously According to these can- more-functional and invit- Be aware that Costco’s the experience below. It dividual and group therapy. approving a ban on such didates we have a rotten ing downtown. price scanning system is still seems to fit the struggle To a man, they agreed that products. economy, we’re full of rot- The enlarged Central limited further. All items against corporate attempts tobacco addiction was much Now the Monday morn- ten racists, homophobics Park area will go from the $100 and over must be en- to reenergize profits by ad- harder to quit than any of the ing quarterbacks are weigh- and misogynists, and we Bankhead across Livermore tered by hand by a cashier dicting a new generation of other substances they’d been ing in on social media, peo- have a rotten environment. Ave., past Stockmen’s Park trying to serve members children. using. They didn’t think ple who never attended a Our jobs are all rotten, and and on to L St., which will quickly. This increases the Back in the early 80’s, my they could do it. Council Meeting and never our healthcare system is be more inviting and usable chance for human error. first job out of grad school The vaping products cur- spoke. We have seen this rotten. We’re overwhelmed for all residents of Liver- If one is lucky enough to was as the Senior Therapist rently under discussion in process before with other with rotten corporations, more. catch the error, Costco will for a residential drug treat- (See MAILBOX page 10) SHORT NOTES Promotion Made at and is enthusiastic about Special Events Fundrais- 14th, and will be proudly school is a part-time, play- nounced on June 20 it will Pleasanton Chamber enhancing the Chamber’s ing, Business Development, displayed through mid-July. based preschool program increase the 2019 State Wa- The Pleasanton Chamber brand and digital presence. Public Policy, and Business Inspired by then-freshman that provides children an ter Project (SWP) alloca- of Commerce announced Theodorou resides in Services. and Pleasanton resident opportunity to experience tion to 75 percent from 70 Amanda McKenzie in 2013, a classroom setting prior to percent. This is the final Monday the promotion of Pleasanton with her The chamber’s Annual the idea for the flag display kindergarten. Gingerbread allocation for the calendar Yianna Theodorou to be its husband. Golf Tournament will take place on Friday, August 2 throughout Hacienda was a Preschool offers classes for year. The initial allocation Digital Marketing and Of- project developed as part of children ages 2-5 years old. in November 2018 was 10 fice Coordinator. Theodorou Pleasanton Chamber at Callippe Preserve Golf Supports Local Course in Pleasanton. Sign her Girl Scout Gold Award. Preschool Teacher re- percent. has spent the last seven years Six years later, Amanda cruitment in the 3-Year-Olds California’s reservoirs as the Chamber’s adminis- Business up early – and bring a friend – at www.pleasanton.org. McKenzie's Gold Award program will occur between continue to remain above trative assistant. More than 60% of Pleas- project has become a Haci- the hours of 8:00 a.m. – their historical average As the Digital Market- anton’s taxpayer revenue Hacienda Displays enda tradition. 4:00 p.m., Tuesdays and thanks to the more than 30 ing and Office Coordina- comes from businesses “Pleasanton's community Thursdays. The ideal candi- atmospheric rivers since tor, Theodorou will focus located in Pleasanton. It American Flags spirit is at the core of the date must possess 12 Early the start of the water year. on building and growing helps to “buy local” and Hacienda installed its city and Hacienda enjoys Childhood Education units, Earlier this month, the state- the Chamber’s online pres- support those businesses annual salute to Flag Day the opportunity to be a part have experience managing wide Sierra snowpack was ence, from its website www. that support Pleasanton. and the Fourth of July on of that when it comes to a classroom, implementing 202 percent of normal. It’s pleasanton.org to its various The Pleasanton Chamber is Monday, June 10. Continu- traditions like celebrating curriculum and overseeing California’s fifth largest social media outlets. an organization with more ing a six-year tradition, the Flag Day and Independence participants, preschool aides snowpack dating back to In her time at the Cham- than 750 business members installation was conducted Day," notes James Paxson, and volunteers. 1950. ber, Theodorou has been re- and volunteers who support by long-standing Pleasan- Hacienda's general manager. For more information, The increase in water sponsible for the overall of- Pleasanton by providing ton business, T. Marshall "Hacienda values being in a contact Nicole Thomas or deliveries to the 29 SWP fice administration as well as local products and services, Electric, who has performed community that recognizes Joelle Glushenko at 925- contractors will provide supporting each area of the volunteering at commu- this work for Hacienda each the importance of such spirit 931-3432 or pytsupervi- additional water supply for Chamber, from membership nity events, raising fiscal year. and taking part in Pleasan- sor@cityofpleasantonca. more than 27 million Cali- Each year, Hacienda and events to the Pleasanton and business development ton's celebrations." gov. To apply visit www. fornians and 750,000 acres mounts three-foot by five- awareness and providing cityofpleasantonca.gov. The of farmland. Young Professionals. She foot flags from the lampposts has recently been oversee- input to city and community Preschool Teacher Gingerbread Preschool is lo- DWR’s California Data along Hacienda Drive from cated at 4333 Black Avenue Exchange Center website, ing video production for the leaders. I-580 to W. Las Positas, and Sought Chamber, as well. At the Pleasanton Cham- The City of Pleasanton’s in Pleasanton. cdec.water.ca.gov, shows on Stoneridge Drive from current water conditions at Theodorou looks forward ber’s website, www.pleas- Hopyard Road to Santa Rita Gingerbread Preschool has Water Allocations to using her experience anton.org, chamber mem- an immediate opening for the state’s largest reservoirs Road. A total of 50 flags, one Increased and weather stations and to contribute to the bers or Pleasanton residents for each state, were installed a preschool teacher for fall success of the Chamber can find information about: 2019. Gingerbread Pre- The Department of Wa- measures current rain and just prior to Flag Day, June ter Resources (DWR) an- snow precipitation. OBITUARIES Alice-Jane Eachus Reva Coon, her husband Arnie enjoyed everything not only for their recent care scholarship from UC Berke- In early 1980, three crys- Apr 4, 1930 - Jun 22, 2019 Bob Eachus, two children, family-related, from coach- of Arnie but also for the love ley. tallographer friends who Alice-Jane Eachus, 89, Carl and Elizabeth Eachus, ing his daughters in softball and care they provided the He chose Berkeley large- also believed in the promise died peacefully in her home and her sister Barbara Mur- and watching them dance family. ly because a professor of of computational efforts, en- on June 22, 2019. phy. when they were young, to Services were held on crystallography was using couraged him to set forth on Alice-Jane was born She leaves to cherish being right there supporting July 3, 2019, and Arnie is computers for research, a a path that would eventually April 4, 1930, to parents her memory her son Tom them when his girls became laid to rest at Roselawn rare thing at the time. QJ lead to his departure from Burton and Reva Coon. Eachus and his wife Gail horse crazy. He learned how Cemetery in Livermore. earned his Ph.D. three years the lab. He retired early after She grew up in Dunsmuir, (Bishop), seven grandchil- to saddle a horse and stack Callaghan Mortuary is later, and gained several best 30 years. Calif., where she graduated dren, 15 great-grandchil- hay. When they decided to honored to be serving the friends – one he would later With friends’ support, high school before obtaining dren, her brother Bob Coon, raise livestock, he earned the Koslow family. An online call brother-in-law. he started a scientific soft- a teaching credential from and a host of other relatives nickname “The Brooklyn guestbook is available for After graduation, QJ ware company, built on California State University, and friends. Cowboy.” condolences at www.cal- and Jo purchased a home his knowledge and skills. Chico. She married Bob A celebration of a life After being in a family laghanmortuary.com. in Livermore. He and his He collected the brightest Eachus on June 25, 1950, well lived will be held on primarily of women, Arnie young family became in- young minds to help carry and had three children. Saturday, July 13, in Liver- finally got his buddy and Quintin (QJ) Johnson volved in church and com- those early efforts forward. more, at the Clubhouse at best friend when his grand- Jul 24, 1935 - Jun 16, 2019 munity activities. He enjoyed this new ener- Las Positas Golf Course, son was born. Arnie loved Quintin was born at Quintin loved the out- getic team for the next 30 915 Clubhouse Dr., starting talking sports history and home in Excelsior, Minn., to doors and looked forward years. He was usually the with a social hour at noon, traveling with him to spring Maude and Peter Johnson on to family trips backpack- first one in to the office in with food and stories to training, visiting Coopers- July 24, 1935, the youngest ing, river rafting and camp- the morning, and always follow. town and the Basketball of five children. After living ing, and treks to the ocean. excited over daily develop- Hall of Fame. He was his a remarkable life and having Outings to the hills around ments. Less than a year ago, Arnold Koslow grandson’s #1 fan and at- made an indelible mark on Livermore included collect- Quintin officially retired for Sep 18, 1946 – Jun 30, 2019 tended as many games as science, he left us on June ing tarantulas or shooting the second time. possible. off rockets with friends and Quintin loved his fellow Resident of Livermore 16, 2019, surrounded by He was an avid sports fan loved ones, at his family their families. colleagues and neighbors, Arnold “Arnie” Koslow of the Brooklyn/LA Dodg- While at the lab, he con- friends and family, and es- was born in Brooklyn, NY, Alice-Jane began teachers, the San Francisco 49ers, tinued to learn and share pecially cherished his grand- to parents Irving and Rose and the Golden State War- his knowledge. With his son Bo. He will be missed ing in Dunsmuir as an ele- Koslow. He attended City mentary school teacher, and riors; however, we couldn’t colleagues he would publish by all. University of New York and turn him into a soccer fan over 100 papers, several pat- A service will be held eventually taught all grade Brooklyn College, and had a levels, K-12. As a teacher in even after the countless ents and earn two R&D 100 at Holy Cross Lutheran 48-year career with General hours of watching his grand- awards. Within his field he Church on Sunday July 14, Occidental, Calif., she was Electric/GE Nuclear Energy at 4 p.m., with a reception the first kindergarten teacher daughter play the sport. served at various positions Arnie was the host of all with professional affilia- to follow. Friends and fam- at Harmony School, and ily are welcome to attend wrote a grant to begin and hosts and loved having all of tions. While President of the his family over for holidays. ACA he gave a talk about an and share a story. In lieu of fund their special education flowers, donations can be department. Later, she fin- His door was always open to idea he called Micro Struc- family, friends, neighbors tures, now commonly called made to a scholarship fund ished out her career teaching in his name, or a charity of and sometimes strangers. He nanostructures. in numerous schools home in Livermore, Calif. their choice. throughout Livermore, Ca- was always kind and always He is survived by his lif. In 1989-1990 she was lent a helping hand. He led wife of 61 years, Joanne, awarded Teacher of the Year by example and is the true son Kaj (Karen), daughter in Livermore. She retired in definition of a Good Man! Maj (Scott), and grandson 1991, after 32 years of ser- Arnie is survived by the Bo Cole. vice. love of his life and best Quintin’s commitment In retirement she trav- friend Nancy, with whom to lifelong learning was a he recently celebrated their eled extensively, where she before retiring. family trait ingrained in him enjoyed the company of 45th wedding anniversa- by his parents, both career- Arnie enjoyed research- ry, daughter Amanda, her friends, new and old, and ing family genealogy, and educators in their commu- a cold beer anywhere she husband Mario Martinez, nity on Lake Minnetonka. took many trips with his daughter Melanie, her part- went. She was an avid quil- wife tracking down fam- Quintin attended St. Olaf ter and enjoyed being a part ner Darryl Gray, grandchil- College, where he studied ily history in graveyards dren Brittany and Dylan, his of many social groups. She and historical libraries. The chemistry, sang in the cho- could often give Martha sister Eileen Levy and her rus, ice skated at Winter time they shared and the family, his mother-in-law Stewart a run for her money memories made on these Carnival, and tutored math. during any holiday dinner, Marjorie Hill, and dozens of There, he met his wife-to- trips can never be forgotten. extended family and friends. brunch with friends, or open After retirement and at the be. house, all of which she loved The family would like to Upon graduation, QJ was urging of his wife he joined thank the wonderful staff at hosting. the genealogy society and encouraged by his profes- She is preceded in death started volunteering at the the ValleyCare Skilled Nurs- sors to apply to graduate by her parents, Burton and Pleasanton Library. ing Facility in Livermore school. Quintin accepted a 10 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019

Fairgoers enjoy a Gin Blossoms concert. (Photos – Doug Jorgensen) The Monster Trucks exhibition was featured last weekend in the Action Sports Arena at the County Fairgrounds. On July 5-6, the arena will host Demolition Derbies at 7 p.m.

the environment. covered 67 percent wood deck; 3. New patio Realtors surveyed last 1. Landscape maintenance 10. Landscape lighting – or statement landscaping; year for the report ranked 2. Overall landscape up- cost $2,500-$5,000; value 4. Landscape lighting or the top outdoor projects in grade recovered 50 percent overall landscape upgrade; order of estimated return 3. Standard lawn-care ser- 11. New pool – cost 5. Landscape maintenance; on investment. vice $25,000-$57,500; value 6. Tree service; 7. Standard Topping the list was 4. New patio recovered 43 percent lawn-care service; 8. Pool. standard lawn care ser- 5. New wood deck No ranking was given vice, which they estimated 6. Tree care No estimates were giv- to outdoor kitchen, pos- recovers 267 percent of 7. Landscape lighting en for statement landscap- sibly because few were Outdoor Upgrades Can the project cost at resale; 8. Statement landscape ing or water features, both completed during the time followed by landscape 9. Irrigation system instal- of which can vary widely of the survey. maintenance and tree care, lation in terms of how elaborate If you are looking to up- Add Value to Homes both at 100 percent of the 10. Outdoor kitchen they get. grade the exterior of your By Cher Wollard cost at resale. 11. Fire feature “This report validates home and are uncertain In terms of how much 12. Water features that landscaping is an in- where to start, or do not In planning home im- sell, a well-manicured yard enjoyment homeowners 13. New pool vestment worth making, know a good landscaper or provements, we usually can be just as important surveyed reported from offering the immediate contractor to do the work, think first of remodeling as any indoor remodel,” these projects, a fire feature But in evaluating how benefits of increased en- contact a trusted Realtor. kitchens or bathrooms, said NAR President Eliza- and irrigation system tied likely each item would be joyment of your property, He or she can refer you to painting walls in the latest beth Mendenhall, a sixth- for first, followed by a new to add value in case of sale, as well as desirable long- top professionals in your color scheme, or replacing generation Realtor from wood deck, a water feature, Realtors shifted the order term value that holds if area. flooring. Columbia, Mo. statement landscaping and a little: or when it comes time to If you are planning to Outdoor projects can “Even homeowners an overall landscape up- sell,” said Missy Henrik- sell soon, you may not add value to a home too, with no immediate plans grade. 1. Standard lawn-care ser- sen, vice president, public have the time or resources often for far less money. to sell can gain more en- The survey hypothe- vice – cost $375-$1,000; affairs, of the landscapers’ for major upgrades. The National Associa- joyment and satisfaction sized a 2,466-square foot value recovered 267 per- organization. So consider inexpensive tion of Realtors and the from their home by taking house—the average size cent “From lawn and tree projects to improve your National Association of on a project to revive their according to U.S. Census 2. Landscape maintenance care to installing a new fire home’s curb appeal: Add Landscape Professionals outdoor spaces.” data – built after 1978, – cost $,3000; value recov- or water feature or land- plants in colorful clay or joined forces to conduct re- NAR, which represents and with no hidden issues. ered 100 percent scape lighting, there’s no ceramic pots. Mow the search on this very subject. 1.3 million brokers, sales- Projects and materials rep- 3. Tree care – cost $2,000; shortage of opportunities lawn. Prune, weed, and The residential portion people, property managers, resent standard or typical value recovered 100 per- to enhance your landscape trim plants and trees. Re- of the report produced by appraisers, counselors and quality; a few projects cent and to reap the benefits fresh mulch or tan bark NAR’s research depart- others who engage in both might feature “better-qual- 4. Irrigation system in- these upgrades provide.” as needed. Make sure the ment, “Remodeling Re- residential and commercial ity” materials, but there stallation -- cost $3,000- Of course, if you expect front walkway offers clear port: Outdoor Features,” real estate, is the largest were no “top-of-the-line” $3,500; value recovered to remain in your home for passage. looks at 13 outdoor proj- trade association in the projects included. 86 percent five years or more, you Make needed repairs: ects, exploring the value country. Respondents were 5. Overall landscape may not be very concerned replace missing bricks or these remodels bring, as NALP represents an in- asked to provide the av- upgrade – cost $5,000- about a future return on in- tiles, fix sprinkler heads, well as how happy the dustry that employs nearly erage cost for completed $,6000; value recovered vestment. You just want to secure fences and gates. homeowners were with the 1 million landscape, lawn projects. 83 percent enjoy your outdoor living Repaint your address finished project. care, irrigation, and tree In considering what 6. New wood deck – cost spaces as much as the in- on the curb, so prospective “Realtors understand care professionals who cre- would most likely appeal $8,000-$10,000; value door spaces, and so should buyers can find you. that a home’s first impres- ate and maintain healthy to prospective buyers, Re- recovered 80 percent consider what you want And, of course, if you sion is its curb appeal, green spaces that benefit altors ranked the 13 proj- 7. Outdoor kitchen – cost and what you can afford. do want to sell – or buy so when it comes time to families, communities, and ects in this order: $10,000-$14,000; value Homeowners who re- – call, text or email your recovered 71 percent sponded to the survey local Realtor today. MAILBOX 8. New patio – cost $,5000- ranked the improvements Cher Wollard is a Real- (Continued from page 9) retail space. Apparently, the trip advisors states: “Lizzie $7,200; value recovered 69 they were most satisfied tor with Berkshire Hatha- issues. idea was that we were going Fountain is considered to be percent with in this order: 1. Ir- way HomeServices Dry- I applaud the Council’s to have a new fountain by one of the best places to visit 9. Fire feature – cost rigation system or fire fea- sdale Properties, Liver- vote and am grateful for the the flagpole, and no longer in Livermore.” $4,000-$6,000; value re- ture; 2. Water feature or more. dozens of groups and com- needed Lizzie Fountain. With so much current munity members who DID At that time, lots of resi- development, it is even get involved when it was dents called members of more important that the time to do so. Our children our city council, wrote let- Livermore downtown has CLIMATE are a little safer now. ters to the Independent, as much open space as pos- (Continued from first page) and talked to our neighbors sible for people to gather, Livermore Downtown because we thought family- families to play, and visi- prove that Individuals liv- The housing issue needs concentrated. The Board Sue Koopman, Livermore friendly open space in the tors to relax. Now, we have In the current debate re- heart of Livermore was another opportunity to let ing near coal fired power to be looked at; building suggested updating build- garding the “downtown important. Thankfully, our our council members know plants suffer an increase needs to happen in job cen- ing standards so that they plan,” I am reminded that council members listened, that we need open space in in pulmonary problems ters. That includes bringing require greener projects. years ago we almost lost and left Lizzie Fountain for our downtown. We need to and deaths. housing and jobs together Those types of programs Lizzie Fountain. Years ago, the enjoyment of families let our council know that we Evan Branning, local to the Tri-Valley. He is could be addressed at the when Livermore had one to play, residents to gather want to expand the idea of Livermore resident pres- unhappy that cities on the state level by studying air fountain (our family favorite and visitors to enjoy the family-friendly places like ently running for the Cali- Peninsula have “skirted and water pollution lev- Lizzie Fountain), the city open space. I have never Lizzie Fountain by choos- fornia Senate, believes that their housing requirement els, and revising building was considering paving it seen an empty Lizzie Foun- ing a downtown plan which tain. In fact, one of the web maximizes open space. California could be the and pushed more and more codes. over(!) and adding more leader in tackling climate housing onto us.” Branning finished not- change, since “as goes Branning remarked that ing, “The longer we wait ALLERGY California, so goes the presently, Alameda County to start working on solu- (Continued from page 8) nation.” He would like to air pollution and water tions, the further away the for the bill includes a wide & Asthma Research. California Society for Al- see the clean green deal or pollution create problems. goal gets. Being passive is range of medical, commu- The bill passed out of lergy, Asthma and Immunol- something similar imple- Some areas have water not going to get us there.” nity and health organiza- Senate Appropriations and ogy (CSAAI), Food Allergy mented at the state level. as bad as that found in Replacing cap and trade tions including; The Natalie is currently set to be heard & Anaphylaxis Connection “It is a battle that can be Flint, Michigan. He noted with an actual carbon tax, Giorgi Sunshine Founda- on the Senate Floor in the Team (FAACT), Food Al- won.” episodes in the Bay Area and giving dividends to tion, California Medical next two weeks. It has allergy & Research Educa- Branning pointed out recently where air pol- people creates an effective Association, American Col- ready passed the Assembly tion, Food Allergy Support that housing and transpor- lution has been so bad way to bring down carbon lege of Allergy, Asthma and Floor on a bipartisan 76-0 Team of the East Bay and tation are major contribu- that people could not go usage. Branning explained Immunology, California vote. the Stanford Medicine Sean tors to the climate crisis. outside several days of the that even now, renewable Allergy Support & Ana- N. Parker Center for Allergy He believes that more year. He mentioned that energy is cheaper than phylaxis Prevention, Cali- Support for the bill in- & Asthma Research. people need to take mass San Francisco has begun fossil fuels without subsi- fornia Society for Allergy, cludes a wide range of medi- The bill passed out of transit and have housing a program with their Air dies. If you make carbon Asthma and Immunology cal, community and health Senate Appropriations and closer to where they work. Quality Board looking for cost more, people will use (CSAAI), Food Allergy & organizations including; is currently set to be heard Branning mentioned his the actual sources of air it less. They will want to Anaphylaxis Connection The Natalie Giorgi Sunshine on the Senate Floor in the engagement in the Valley pollution at the micro level switch to alternatives. He Team (FAACT), Food Al- Foundation, California next two weeks. It has al- Link program that will to address their problems. noted that this can be done lergy & Research Educa- Medical Association, Amer- ready passed the Assembly ultimately link Stockton They found that the areas through state legislation. tion, Food Allergy Support ican College of Allergy, Floor on a bipartisan 76-0 to the Tri-Valley by train. most impacted were poor “The total goal should be Team of the East Bay and Asthma and Immunology, vote. However, he states that on communities, and those de-carbonization of the the Stanford Medicine Sean California Allergy Support its own, it’s not a solution. where persons of color are state.” N. Parker Center for Allergy & Anaphylaxis Prevention,

The date on which the regis- is hereby registered by Chief Executive Office. conducted by an individual. There may be a court form that LEGAL NOTICES trant first commenced to trans- the following owner(s): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed The date on which the regis- YOU ARE BEING SUED BY you can use for your response. act business under the fictitious Red Vinyl Unlimited, LLC, NAME STATEMENT with the County Clerk of Al- trant first commenced to trans- PLAINTIFF Kevin Hutcherson. You can find these court forms FOR INFORMATION business name(s) listed above: 585 S. K. ST, Livermore, CA FILE NO. 559973 ameda on June 6, 2019. act business under the fictitious and more information at the PLACING N/A. Signature of Registrants: 94550. This business is con- The following person(s) do- Expires June 6, 2024. business name(s) listed above: Case Number: RG17861258. California courts online Self- LEGAL NOTICES /s/: Anna Gordon Pope, ducted by a Limited Liability ing business as: Go To Your The Independent Legal N/A. Signature of Registrants: Help Center (www.courtinfo. Call 925-243-8000 Owner. This statement was Company. The date on which New Home, 5711 Signal Hill No. 4564. Published June /s/: Britanny Maldonado, NOTICE! You have been sued. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county filed with the County Clerk of the registrant first commenced Drive, Dublin, CA 94568, 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2019. Owner. This statement was The court may decide against law library, or the courthouse FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Alameda on May 16, 2019. to transact business under the is hereby registered by filed with the County Clerk of you without your being heard nearest you. If you cannot pay NAME STATEMENT Expires May 16, 2024. fictitious business name(s) the following owner(s): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Alameda on May 29, 2019. unless you respond within 30 the filing fee, ask the court clerk FILE NO. 559215 The Independent Legal listed above: June 4, 2019. The Alexander James Com- NAME STATEMENT Expires May 29, 2024. days. Read the information be- for a fee waiver form. If you The following person(s) do- No. 4562. Published June Signature of Registrants: pany, Inc., 5711 Signal Hill FILE NO. 559699 The Independent Legal low. You have 30 CALENDAR do not file your response on ing business as: Frame and 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2019. /s/: Jeffrey Kaskey, Chief Ex- Drive, Dublin, CA 94568. The following person(s) do- No. 4565. Published June DAYS after this summons and time, you may lose the case Design by Anna, 1345 Spring ecutive Office. This statement This business is conducted ing business as: Bold Col- 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2019. legal papers are served on you by default, and your wages, Valley Common, Livermore, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS was filed with the County Clerk by a Corporation. The date lective Salon, 4202 Stanley to file a written response at this money, and property may be 94551, is hereby registered by NAME STATEMENT of Alameda on June 4, 2019. on which the registrant first Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94566, SUMMONS court and have a copy served taken without further warning the following owner(s): FILE NO. 559905 Expires June 4, 2024. commenced to transact busi- is hereby registered by NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: Na- on the plaintiff. A letter or from the court. There are other Anna Gordon Pope, 1345 The following person(s) do- The Independent Legal ness under the fictitious busi- the following owner(s): tionstar Mortgage, LLC dba Mr. phone call will not protect you. legal requirements. You may Spring Valley Common, Liver- ing business as: The Last No. 4563. Published June ness name(s) listed above: Britanny Maldonado, 2833 Al- Cooper; Bank of America, N.A.; Your written response must be want to call an attorney right more, CA 94551. This business Factory, 2011 Research 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2019. N/A. Signature of Registrants: nwick Ave, Unit 2, Livermore, DENEICE HUTCHERSON; in proper legal form if you want away. If you do not know an at- is conducted by an Individual. Drive, Livermore, CA 94550, /s/: Alexander James Moir, CA 94551. This business is Does 1 through 24, inclusive. the court to hear your case. torney, you may want to call an JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 11

attorney referral service. If you above: June 7, 2009, 2, 3 & 4 20, 27, July 4, 11, 2019. person interested in the estate, B expenditures and 2014 the subject line to Attn: HR Re- State License Board. State law cannot afford an attorney, you N/A.. Signature of Registrants: you may file with the court a Measure BB expenditures Saturdays - Dogs & Puppies at cruiting, 9100 SW Gemini Dr., also requires that contractors may be eligible for free legal /s/: Marianna Juergens, NOTICE OF PETITION Request for Special Notice and performance measures. Farmer’s Market in Pleasanton. Beaverton, OR 97008. EOE. include their license numbers services from a nonprofit legal Owner. This statement was TO ADMINISTER (Form DE-154) of the filing of The IWC invites the public to The location is Delucchi Park, on all advertising. Check your services program. You can lo- filed with the County Clerk ESTATE OF: an inventory and appraisal of comment on its Draft 17th An- 4501 First St. Hours: 10:00am 65) HELP WANTED contractor’s status at www. cate these nonprofit groups at of Alameda on May 31, ISOBEL R. CAYWOOD estate assets or of any petition nual Report to the Public at to 1:00pm. cslb.ca.gov or (800)321-CSLB the California Legal Services 2019. Expires May 31, 2024. Case No. RP19021870 or account as provided in Pro- a public hearing on Monday, Saturdays & Sundays - Kittens 57) SERVICES (2752). Unlicensed persons Web site (www.lawhelpcalifor- The Independent Legal To all heirs, beneficiaries, bate Code section 1250. A Re- July 8, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. at at Dublin PetSmart, 6960 Ama- taking jobs less than $500 must nia.org), the California Courts No. 4568. Published June creditors, contingent creditors, quest for Special Notice form is Alameda CTC, 1111 Broad- dor Plaza Rd. Hours: 11am to BE WARY of out of area com- state in their advertisements way, Suite 800, Oakland, CA. Online Self-Help Center (www. 20, 27, July 4, 11, 2019. and persons who may available from the court clerk. 3pm. panies. Check with the local that they are not licensed by The draft report is available courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or otherwise be interested in (X) Attorney for Petitioner: Visit our website, WWW.TVAR. Better Business Bureau before the Contractors State License on the Alameda CTC website contact your local court or the will or estate, or both, of: Robert A. Gordon ORG, to see adoptable ani- you send money or fees. Read Board.” FICTITIOUS BUSINESS at https://www.alamedactc. county bar association. NOTE: NAME STATEMENT ISOBEL R. CAYWOOD. Redkey Gordon Law Corp, mals, volunteer opportunities, and understand any contracts org/events/iwc-meeting-2/ or REAL ESTATE The court has a statutory lien FILE NO. 560095 A Petition for Probate has been 40 Hanford Street, Suite B and how to donate. before you sign. Shop around by request at the Alameda for rates. for waived fees and costs on The following person(s) do- filed by: SARA G. CAYWOOD in Sutter Creek, CA 95685, CTC office. For more informa- 168) LAND FOR SALE any settlement or arbitration ing business as: Salazar the Superior Court of California, (209)267-1685 Follow TRI-VALLEY ANIMAL tion, please call 510.208.7400. TO PLACE award of $10,000 or more in Transport, 5835 South Front County of ALAMEDA. The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. RESCUE on Facebook, Twit- 170) LAND FOR RENT CLASSIFIED AD a civil case. The court’s lien Rd, Livermore, CA 94551, The Petition for Probate requests 4572 Published June 20, July 4573 Published July 4, 2019. ter, and Instagram. 157) OFFICE/HOUSE/CONDO / must be paid before the court is hereby registered by that: SARA G GAYWOOD- 4, 11, 2019. Call (925)243-8000 FERAL CAT FOUNDATION DUPLEX / APT RENTAL will dismiss the case. The the following owner(s): be appointed as personal ANIMALS Cat & kitten adoptions now at name & address of the court is: Diego Salazar, 565 Agadoni representative to administer CITATION FOR PETITION MERCHANDISE the new Livermore Petco on 165) HOUSE/ROOMS/RENT- Court, Patterson, CA 95363. the estate of the decedent. TO TERMINATE 2) CATS/ DOGS Saturdays from 10:00AM to 114) FOR SALE ALS TO SHARE Hayward Hall of Justice, This business is conducted ( X ) The petition requests the PARENTAL RIGHTS 2:30PM. We have many ador- 24405 Amador ST. by an individual. The date on decedent’s will and codicils, if CASE # FL-2019-2115 115)ESTATE/ GARAGE/ YARD 160) BOAT / RV RENTAL ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, able, tame kittens that have Hayward, CA 94544 which the registrant first com- any , be admitted to probate. SALES SPACE for adoption information con- been tested for FIV & FELV, menced to transact business The will and any codicils are Attorney of Party without tact Valley Humane Society at altered & vaccinated. We also 18) FREE SECTION Inland Valley Publishing Co. The name, address, and under the fictitious business avaliable for examination attorney: Christopher (925)426-8656 have adu Free Pine & Oak Wood Client Code:04126-00001 telephone number of plaintiff’s name(s) listed above: June 9, in the file kept by the court. Haverkamp, 389 Violet Place, lt cats & ranch cats for adop- You cut & haul it Re: Legal Notice for attorney: 2019. Signature of Registrants: (X) The petition requests Tracy, CA 95344. Telephone: tion. Lots of Pine cones, too Classified Ads /s/: Diego Salazar, Owner. authority to administer the (209)740-6066 Please call The Federal Fair Housing Act, Dean Lloyd This statement was filed estate under the Independent Superior Court of California, EMPLOYMENT (408)897-3156 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Law Offices of Dean Lloyd with the County Clerk of Al- Administration of Estates Act. County of San Joaquin of 1964, and state law prohibit 425 Sherman Ave, Suite 330 ameda on June 10, 2019. (This authority will allow the 180 E. Weber Avenue ENGINEERING 127) LOST/ FOUND advertisements for housing and Palo Alto, CA 94306 Expires June 10, 2024. personal representative to take Stockton, CA 95202 FormFactor, Inc. in Livermore, employment that contain any Telephone: 650-328-1660 The Independent Legal many actions without obtaining Petitioner: Adoption Pet of CA seeks Principal Process NOTICES / preference, limitation or dis- No. 4569. Published June court approval. Before taking Christopher Haverkamp Engineer. Perform Mech Test- ANNOUNCEMENTS Adopt a new best friend crimination based on protected Date: 04/17/2018 Clerk, by: 20, 27, July 4, 11, 2019. certain very important actions, Respondent: Monty Barham, Jr. ing for material characteriza- TVAR 155) NOTICES classes, including race, color, Chad Finke, Deputy. however, the per- In the matter of the petition of tion, design & analyze mech Tri-Valley Animal “NOTICE TO READERS: Cali- religion, sex, handicap, familial STATEMENT OF sonal representative Christopher Haverkamp. design on CAD. Reqs MS or The Independent Legal Rescue fornia law requires that contrac- status or national origin. IVPC ABANDONMENT OF USE OF will be required to To: Monty Harham Jr. frgn equiv in Mech Eng, Mat No. 4566 Published June tors taking jobs that total $500 does not knowingly accept any FICTITIOUS BUSINES NAME give notice to interested persons Please take notice that you are Sci or rel. To apply, send re- 13, 20, 27, July 4, 2019. Our current weekly adoption or more (labor and/or materials) advertisements that are in vio- ORIGINAL FILE NO. 536715 unless they have waived ordered to apperar on 8/2/19 at sume with job code 3004-R in events include: be licensed by the Contractors lation of the law. The person(s) listed below notice or consent- 9:00 AM in Department 4B of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS have abandoned the use of ed to the proposed the above entitled court for the NAME STATEMENT the following fictitious busines action.) The independent hearing of the petition to free the FILE NO. 560016 name(s). Rosy’s Cafe, 22616 administration authority will be following minor(s) for adoption: The following person(s) doing Vernom St, Hayward, CA granted unless an interested Mason Bradley Briggs (DOB business as: PM Versed, 502 94541. Registered Owner(s): person files an objection to the 11/12/07) Cedar Drive, Livermore, CA Alejandro Hernandez, Rosalba petition and shows good cause If granted this petition will ter- 94551, is hereby registered by Perez, 3337 Bridge Road, hay- why the court should not grant minate forever your parental the following owner(s): ward, CA 94545. The fictitious the authority. A hearing on the rights and duties regarding the Paloma Mejia, 502 Cedar business name statement was petition will be held in this court child. If you have been served Drive, Livermore, CA 94551. filed on 10/17/17 in the County as follows: Date: JULY 17, at least ten (10) days before This business is conducted of Alameda. This business was- 2019 TIME: 9:31 AM Dept 202. the date listed above, this by an individual. The date on conducted by a married couple. at: SUPERIOR COURT OF matter will proceed whether which the registrant first com- Signature of Registrants: CALIFORNIA Coun- you are prenset or not. You menced to transact business /s/: Alejandro Fernandez, ty of Alameda are ordered to show cause, if Cherie Doyle Leslie Faught under the fictitious business Owner. This statement was 2120 Martin Luther King, any you have, why the Peti- 925.580.2552 925.784.7979 name(s) listed above: June 6, filed with the County Clerk of Jr. Way Berkeley, CA 94704 tion fo Freedom from Parental 2019. Signature of Registrants: [email protected] [email protected] Alameda on June 11, 2019. Berkeley Probate Court. Custody and Control (Fam- /s/: Paloma Y. Mejia, Founder compass.com lesliefaught.com Expires June 10, 2024. If you object to the ily Code 7800, et seq), should and CEO. This statement was DRE # 01950716 DRE # 01027778 The Independent Legal granting of the petition, you not be granted pursuant to filed with the County Clerk of No. 4570. Published June should appear at the hearing the allegations of the Petition. 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If the court lindafutral.com katgaskins.com FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing business as: Rosy’s of the decedent, you must file dertermines that the best in- DRE # 01257605 DRE # 01137199 NAME STATEMENT Cafe, 22616 Vermont your claim with the court and terest of the child requires FILE NO. 559794-7 ST., Hayward, CA 94541, mail a copy to the personal rep- representation, the court will The following person(s) do- is hereby registered by resentative appointed by the appoint an independent ttor- ing business as: 1. Tri-Valley the following owner(s): court within the later of either ney for the child. The court Gail Henneberry Gina Huggins Mobile Veterinary Service, Rosy & Alex Inc., 22616 Ver- (1) four months from the date may continue the proceed- 925.980.1900 925.640.3762 2. Tri-Valley Veterinary Ser- mont ST. Vermont, CA 94541 of first issuance of letters to a ing, on a showing of good [email protected] [email protected] vice 3. 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Chanteuse and songwriter Jessica Fichot’s mix of global influences will create a musical melting pot, an opportunity to journey far from home without leaving town in a cabaret-style evening at the Bothwell Arts Center on July 14, 2019 at 7 p.m. Drawing from her multi-ethnic French-Chinese-American upbringing, Fichot’s music fuses styles and languages, taking the listener out of the French chanson tradition, through the lands of gypsy jazz, retro Chinese swing, international folk, and into the wilderness of her imagination. On July 14th, which is celebrated in France as Bas- tille Day, both Fichot’s French and Chinese roots will flavor the multicultural style of the event at the Both- well. Small sweets such as madeleines, almond cookies, fortune cookies and macarons will be offered at the café tables. Themed drinks, including Prosecco and assorted teas, will be added to the standard bar menu. Tickets for the evening are just $20 each. Fichot’s vibrant acoustic music has been hailed as “a glittering testament to multiculturalism” by The Los Angeles Times and she has performed for audiences in China, Mexico, North America and Western Europe. She sings her engaging songs in French, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and English, while performing on the accordion and toy piano, backed by a fiery band of talented musicians on woodwinds, bass, guitar and percussion. Born in upstate New York to a Chinese mother and French father, Fichot spent her youth in and around Paris. She earned her Bachelor's degree from Berklee College of Music, polishing her songwriting skills by composing children's songs for a local children's theater. Since then, more than a hundred of her children's songs have become part of dedicated English as a Second Language (ESL) programs worldwide. Fichot released her first album, “Le Chemin,” in 2007 and followed it with “Le Secret” a mesmerizing mix of French chanson, folk, gypsy jazz and world music. “Dear Shanghai,” her most recent release, was praised by The Los Angeles Weekly as “completely modern tunes that evoke the feel of a bygone time and place, where the cultures of east and west collide in un- expected ways.” Sung in Mandarin Chinese, the EP is an intoxicating mix of 1940s Shanghai jazz gems, Mando- pop classics and her own inspired original songs. The cabaret evening with Jessica Fichot on July 14 is the third in a new series of concerts offered at the Both- Jessica Fichot with her band (continued on page 3) 2 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019 Musical Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat Opening at the Bankhead

Tri-Valley Reper- Presented with permis- Gad’s Wife: Meghan Horn- tory Theatre will stage sion from The Musical backer, Asher: Matt Busbee, Joseph and the Technicolor Company. Asher’s Wife: Michelle Dreamcoat at the Bankhead The play is directed by Roque, Issachar: Julio Theater in Livermore. Todd Aragon, choreogra- Hernandez Jr., Issachar’s Performances will be pher Kelly Krauss Cooper, Wife: Hillary Huff, Zebu- July 20, 27, Aug. 3 at 8 musical director Sierra Dee, lon/Baker: Dominic Lessa, p.m. and July 21, 28, Aug. producer Kathleen Breed- Zebulon’s Wife: Michelle 3, 4 at 2 p.m. veld and stage manager: Freschi, Benjamin: JD The musical focuses on Brian Olkowski. Cerutti, Benjamin’s Wife: the trials and triumphs of The cast features Joseph, Bridget Mayhew. Joseph, Israel’s favorite Romar De Claro*; Narrator, Ensemble cast members son. Told entirely through Kirsten Torkildson; Pha- are Hannah Conner, Oliver song with the help of a raoh, Robert Lopez; Jacob/ Loll; kids chorus: Ava main character Narrator, the Potiphar, Douglas Drake; Bizieff, Julianne Hudson, musical follows preferred and, Mrs Potiphar, Kelly Katelyn Hughes, Kaylee son Joseph. After being sold Krauss Cooper. Lopez, Imani Prior, Elena into slavery by his brothers, Playing the brothers and Robuchon, Liam Weir, Ki- he ingratiates himself with wives are Rueben: Max De- era Weir, and Amy Yang. Egyptian noble Potiphar, Santis, Rueben’s Wife/Wail- For tickets visit the but ends up in jail after ing Wife, Madelynn Crimi, Bankhead Theater box refusing the amorous ad- Simeon: Jordan Smith, office at 2400 First Street, vances of Potiphar’s wife. Simeon’s Wife: Rachelle Livermore, or call 925- While imprisoned, Joseph King, Judah: Will Schubert, 373-6800, Tuesday thru discovers his ability to in- Judah’s Wife: Veronica Saturday, noon to 6pm, or terpret dreams, and he soon van Ammermaete, Levi: go to www.lvpac.org. finds himself in front of the Jarom Nelson, Levi’s Wife: For more information, visit mighty but troubled, Elvis- Jenna Van Ommeren, Dan/ the TVRT website: www.trival- inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s Butler: Fr. Mark Wiesner, leyrep.org. solution to Egypt’s famine Dan’s Wife: Jenny Hudson, *The Actor appears through the courtesy of Actors Equity elevates him to Pharaoh’s Napthali: Robby Abney, Association, the Union of Profes- right-hand man and reunites Napthali’s Wife: Jillian sional Actors and Stage Manag- Pictured are Judah:Will Schubert, Simeon: Jordan Smith, and Rueben: Max him with his family. Abney, Gad: Ryan Ducker, ers in the United States. DeSantis Photos BY DC Scarpelli and Bob Bronzan The Sklar Brothers Bring Their Brand of Comedy to the Bankhead The Sklar Brothers, and actors, they have never on a wide variety of shows real-life identical twins needed to use it as a crutch. including “Entourage,” “It’s Randy and Jason, are a Instead, as The New York Always Sunny in Philadel- post-modern take on the Times said, “They work as phia,” “Curb Your Enthu- stand-up comedy duo. imperfect carbon copies of siasm,” “Better Call Saul,” They are perhaps best each other. In their comedy, and “Those Who Can’t.” known for their sports- the straight man is often an Both Randy and Jason themed show “Cheap echo.” are husbands and fathers Seats,” which became a The Sklar Brothers and bring that perspective, cult hit on ESPN Classic have released six com- as well as their view of the and ran for 77 episodes, edy albums, two Comedy intricacies of life in Los An- as well as for their sports/ Central Half Hour Presents geles, to their shows which comedy podcast “Sklarbro specials, and currently remain enduringly upbeat Country.” have one hour stand-up and entertaining. Tickets for They will perform on specials, “What Are We The Sklar Brothers’ single July 13, 8 p.m. at the Bank- Talking About” on Netflix appearance at the Bankhead head Theater in Livermore. and “Hipster Ghosts” on the on July 13 start at just $25. Although throughout Starz Network. Their pod- The Bankhead Theater their career they have casts include “View from is located at 2400 First played off their life as the Cheap Seats” and more Street n downtown Liver- twins, using it as source recently, “Dumb People more. Tickets are available material in their work as Town” with cohost Dan Van at the box office, online at The Sklar Brothers comics, writers, directors Kirk. They have appeared www.lvpac.org or by calling 373-6800. JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 3 Tuesday Tunes Goes Back to the 60's with LunaFish

proud. They will bring you back to the Summer of Love. The band also features guitarists Greg Sutton and Kurt Stahl, bassist Michael Fine, drummer Bill Ziegler and keyboard- ist Don Bott. For more information about LunaFish, please visit http://www.lunafishband.com/ This eclectic 10-concert series is also made possible by funding from Fremont Bank, Tri-Valley Conservancy, Uncle Credit Union, Uncle’s Yu’s and The Independent. “TransportsNext up onhis July listeners16th is jazz trombonist out Secret of Tattoo their world playing Bebop and Cool Jazz Sextetz and Ainto full schedule his can song.” be found at www.lcac.org. – ELMORE MAGAZINE

LunaFish FLASHBACK The popular LunaFish is the fifth offering of “Tuesday late 60's and early 70's when songwriting and versatile Tunes” on July 9th. Each Tuesday through August 13 at instrumentation were king. Founders Jeff Fish and Chris S 6:45 pm, the Livermore Cultural Arts Council (LCAC) Gattuso-Fish had a passion for not only the music of that 60 brings family-friendly free entertainment to the Shea era, but the elevated awareness of how music can draw Homes Stage in the Livermore Plaza adjacent to the Bank- people togetherBecome for peaceful a Member purposes Now and and the Join power the head Theater. Shea Homes is also the major sponsor of music has toSeason make social Launch changes. Member Whether Party it’s May crooning 22 THE NEW Tuesday Tunes. a ballad or powering up a rocker from dear Janis, Chris’s CHRISTY LunaFish, debuting as a band in 2008, authentically jaunty stage personality and voice can’t help but make you MINSTRELS interprets and recreates what is arguably the most innova- smile and want more. Spice of life, heart and soul, rock Legends in American tive period of rock and roll, the psychedelic rock of the and roll, Chris embraces it all and serves it up loud and Folk Music Fri JUL 26 at 8pm Family Caregiver Education Series Available Hope Hospice is offering its Family Caregiver Educa- illnesses and provides guidance in determining when cura- tion Series at no cost to residents in the Tri-Valley and tive care may become palliative (comfort) care. Caregiv- East Bay communities. The 14-class series covers a ers will receive useful information and guidance about the variety of topics and provides training, education, sup- most prevalent co-existing medical conditions among the port, and caregiver resources relevant to family caregivers. elderly and chronically ill. Pre-register with Debbie Emer- Individuals anticipating becoming family caregivers in the son, at [email protected] or (925) 829-8770. future are also encouraged to participate. Monday, August 26, 1 p.m.–2:30 p.m.: Living With De- Classes take place at the Hope Hospice office: 6377 mentia: Person-Centered Care and Enhancing Well-Being Clark Avenue, Suite 100, Dublin CA 94568. Free parking - In this class caregivers will learn how person-centered available on-site. care and a focus on the components of well-being can THE FAMILY STONE UPCOMING CLASSES contribute to the personal identity and overall health of Hot Fun in the Summertime! Saturday, July 13, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.: Essential Skills for both the family caregiver and the individual living with Sat AUG 10 at 8pm the Family Caregiver - Caregivers will be trained in basic dementia. Pre-register with Jill Smith, RN, at jills@hope- skills such as wound care, operating medical equipment, hospice.com or (925) 829-8770. bathing, toileting, and transferring, understanding medical Jun 22 terminology and implementing personal and home safety CABARET measures. Pre-register with Debbie Emerson, debbiee@ (continued from front page) LUNAFISH hopehospice.com or (925) 829-8770. well by Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center and are & FRIENDS Monday, July 29, 1 p.m.–2:30 p.m.: Living With Return to Woodstock! Dementia: Behavior as Communication - This class will designed to feature smaller groups and innovative artists help caregivers learn new ways to understand and com- in an intimate, less structured setting. Sat AUG 17 at 8pm municate with their loved one. Please pre-register with Jill The Bothwell Arts Center is located at 2466 Eighth Smith, RN, at [email protected] or (925) 829-8770. Avenue, Livermore. Tickets are available online at lvpac. Saturday, August 10, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.: Understand- org, call 925-373-6800, or visit 2400 First Street, Liver- ing Advanced Illness - This session looks at a variety of more 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019

Cuda Ridge Wines Presents a Local Art Exhibit by Danny Anderson A reception for artist refreshments and comple- during regular tasting Danny Anderson will be mentary wine tasting of hours, and at the reception held at Cuda Ridge Winery two wines. The artist’s His work will displayed on Sunday, July 7th from collection is available at Cuda Ridge Winery 1-4 p.m. There will be for viewing and purchase through Saturday, August 31st, 2019. Cuda Ridge Wines produces small lot, handcrafted Bordeaux style wines and is located at 2400 Arroyo Road in Livermore. The exhibition highlights Anderson’s photography, showcasing the beauty of Northern California, captured on canvas. He has no formal training in photography, but he is said to possess a Photo - Doug Jorgensen unique perception of the As You Like It on stage in Pleasanton. world around him. From Baker Beach the beginning, his approach was simple; when he photographs a location, Free Shakespeare in the Park he attempts to capture not just what it looks like, but what it feels like Presents As You Like It to be there. In doing so, The award-winning San tion is by Brenden Getzell, ring… And it begins, as contrasts, composition, Francisco Shakespeare costume design by Susan they say. There are healthy dynamics and drama have Festival will be in Pleasan- Szegda, set design by Neal doses of intrigue, narrow become an integral part of ton for two more weekends Ormond, fight choreogra- escapes, forest trysts, love his process and consid- of open-air performances phy by Sydney Schwindt, and mistaken identities (so eration during his artistic of William Shakespeare’s and lighting design by John Shakespeare). process. Anderson says juicy comedy-turned-musi- Bernard. All shows are free to he is always searching cal “As You Like It: a new Opening scene: In the the public. No tickets or for everyday beauty so he musical.” This full-scale, Court of a near-future city, reservations are required. can allow the day-to-day fully staged and costumed we meet Orlando, busking Pleasanton’s Amador imagery to distract and production is appropriate on the street, along with his Valley Community Park Danny Anderson inspire him. He refers to for all ages. Show times: servant-buddy Adam. Enter is located at the intersec- this process as "natural 7:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Oliver, brother to Orlando, tion of Santa Rita Road distraction." Out of this Sundays, July 6 through a ruthless politician return- and Black Avenue. Free process came the name: July 14. ing from a business trip. parking is available in the Natural Distraction Pho- Celebrating their He is embarrassed by his lots on Black Avenue sur- tography. His work can 37th season, the Festi- brother’s performance and rounding the Aquatic and be seen at www.NaturalD- val presents an original the two argue. Orlando ac- Community Centers. The istraction.com, or at the musical featuring songs cuses his brother of treating company suggests arriv- winery. by duo Kate Kilbane and him badly and demands ing early for prime vantage Cuda Ridge rotates the Dan Moses, the Bay Area his share of the family points, and all are welcome art exhibits on a quarterly writing team known for inheritance. They brawl to bring picnics, beverages, basis, contact us if inter- powerful story-telling indie briefly. Orlando proves blankets, and low chairs ested in displaying your rock. In addition, Festival the better fighter, but he no more than 6 inches off art for a future exhibit. Resident Artist Phil Wong backs off and skedaddles. the ground if desired. Tall Regular winery hours are contributes several original Oliver then conspires with chairs are permitted as 12-4:30 Fri.-Sun, Avail- numbers. Director for this Duke Frederick’s cham- indicated by signage, and able by appointment at production is SF Shakes pion wrestler, Charles the ADA accessible restrooms Port of San Francisco 510.304.0914. Artistic Director Rebecca Lioness, to kill Orlando are on site. J. Ennals. Music direc- when they next meet in the JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 5

emmy nominated “Glee” Star Matthew Morrison with the Livermore-Amador Symphony

Enjoy a dinner reception on the plaza by Wente Family Vineyards, plus sparkling wine, a full bar, and a dessert buffet later in the evening.

Before the performance, enter to win exciting raffle prizes, and bid on silent and live auction items.

Don’t miss this chance to see Matthew Morrison in the intimate Bankhead Theater!

SATURDAY SEP 7 Thank you to our generous sponsors Jean King Priem Family Foundation Lynn and Joan Seppala

The Watkins Family

Phil and Muriel Dean Jim Price

Proceeds benefit the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center, an independent 501(c)3 non-profit cultural arts organization. Sponsorship Info: Chris Carter at 925.583.2311 or [email protected] 2400 First Street, Livermore • www.LVPAC.org • 925.373.6800 6 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019 Symphony School Outreach Concerts by Patricia J. Boyle Over 1,800 students in grades K-5 experienced a live symphony orchestra this spring when the Livermore- Amador Symphony performed at school assemblies. Thirty volunteers presented concerts at Dougherty and Frederiksen Elementary Schools in Dublin and Hearst and Mohr Elementary Schools in Pleasanton. Music Director Lara Webber conducted. The orchestra’s harpist brought her instrument to share with the students. High school student and cellist Alexander Canicosa-Miles, a winner of the Livermore-Amador Symphony’s 2018-2019 Competi- tion for Young Musicians, joined the orchestra as well. In addition to classical music, selections included the Star Spangled Banner and Star Wars—The Force Be With You, music guaranteed to delight the young audiences. Livermore-Amador Symphony board member Carol Boster remarked, “The symphonic sound filled the multi- purpose rooms with rich harmonic sounds full of rhythms appreciated by elementary students. One could watch them wave their arms quietly to the beat or tap their laps, or even lightly clap to the piece.” The programs were tied in with the Common Core curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, imagery and storytelling through music. Webber said, “The concerts were about music as a language illustrating the similari- ties in grammar and phrasing to spoken language. Music can ask and answer questions, create conversations that tell stories and convey emotions. Features included our marvelous young soloist Alexander age 15, playing Haydn and Paganini. He connected with the kids directly with his beautiful playing and answering questions. Members of our orchestra also played several solo cadenzas, including our harpist Constance Koo. Music ranged from Rossini’s “William Tell” Overture to music of Bizet, Faure and Star Wars. The students sang with us and eagerly participated, singing back melodies and rhythms when prompted by the orchestra.” The Livermore-Amador Symphony has been performing at assemblies since 2015 and plans to bring similar programs to schools throughout the Tri-Valley in the coming years. This year’s concerts were made possible by several grants and were organized by the LAS Youth Outreach committee, led by Beth Wilson. In addition, mu- sician Christine-Ann Immesoete, the orchestra’s principal horn, helped to arrange the Dublin assemblies and Carol Boster facilitated the Pleasanton concerts. For more information about the Livermore-Amador Symphony, visit www.livermoreamadorsymphony.org.

Pictured is 15 year-old cello soloist Alexander Canicosa Miles (top photo), the other a broader view of the orchestra and audience. JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 7 EDUCATION On Saturday, May 11, on the Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) campus quadrangle, 1,019 bachelor's degrees were awarded during the university's 151st commencement ceremony. Kelly Borden of Livermore, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in biomedical engineering.

Nearly 1,500 undergraduate students were awarded degrees in disciplines ranging from the sciences and engineering to the humanities and fine arts during Tufts University's annual commencement. The graduates from the School of Arts and Sciences and School of Engineering included: Nikita Raina of Pleasanton with a degree in Biology (BS), Karan Rai of Pleasanton with a degree in Computer Science (BSCS), Sobhon Khairy of Dublin with a degree in International Rela- tions (BA).

Tufts University recently announced the dean's list for the Spring 2019 semester. Among students earning dean's list honors are: Sofia Molina (Sophomore), of Pleasanton and Nikita Raina (Senior), of Pleasan- ton. Dean's list honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater.

Rachel Son of Dublin, CA graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics degree with a major in Accounting and Business Information Systems with Honors from Lehigh University in Spring 2019.

Oklahoma City University announced that Michelle Koth of Pleasanton, CA has been named to the Spring 2019 Dean's Honor Roll. Dean's Honor Roll status is awarded to students who success- fully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Winning students Joshua Allen of Livermore earned a master's degree from Georgia State University during the Spring 2019 semester. The Students From Tri-Valley High Schools Win Writing Awards university conferred degrees during its 104th commencement ceremonies in May. Eighteen students from nine Tri-Valley high schools (Amador). were recently honored for their essays, poetry and short Poetry awards went to: First Place, Anna Chuang, "To Bryce Fan, of Pleasanton, has been named to the Dean's List at stories that won awards in a contest sponsored by the Tri- Be Thin" (Amador); Second Place, Claire McNerney, Hamilton College for the 2019 spring semester. To be named to the Valley Writers, a branch of the California Writers Club. "phased" (Foothill); Third Place, Connor Diaz, "Aggra- Dean's List, a student must have carried throughout the semester a The students were recognized at a Sunday ceremony in the vated" (Dublin); Honorable Mention, Melanie Kim, "The course load of four or more graded credits with an average of 3.5 Livermore Library on May 19. Great Beasts" (Monte Vista); and Honorable Mention, or above. Fan, a rising senior majoring in Chinese and government, is a graduate of Foothill High School. Keynote speaker Vidhima Shetty said, "Writing has Gita Supramaniam, "Wherefore Art Thou Unpredictable?" always been something so magical to me." According to (Dougherty Valley). A total of 11,406 students enrolled during the 2019 spring term Shetty, if you are passionate and want to change the world, Short story award recipients are: First Place, Arushi at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean's List with writing is one way to do it. Shetty is a recent graduate Avachat, "California" (Foothill); Second Place, Anjali an academic record of 3.5 or above or the President's List with an from California High School in San Ramon and author Zyla, "Imagining Us" (Monte Vista); Third Place, Anna academic record of 4.0 (all A's). of the book "An Adolescent's Guide to ME/CFS: Chronic Niu, "the inevitable passage of time" (Dougherty Val- Among the students are: Daniella Sacca of Dublin, Dean's List. Fatigue Syndrome." ley); Honorable Mention, Eva Shen, "Lost Translation" Deema Afana of Livermore, Dean's List. Margaret McIntyre of "The high school writing contest is an important part (Dougherty Valley); Honorable Mention, Nisreen Hitti, Livermore, Dean's List. Jarrett Powell of Livermore, Dean's List. of our work," Contest Coordinator and Tri-Valley Writers "Tomorrow" (Granada); Honorable Mention, Nirajara Andrew Turner of Livermore, Dean's List. April Turner of Liver- member Patricia Boyle said. "We are proud of all students Dungwatanawanich, "Fear" (Livermore) and Honorable more, Dean's List. Michael Northcraft of Pleasanton, Dean's List. who entered their work." Mention, Jennifer Huang, "Words I Didn't Say" (Dough- The following students graduated from Azusa Pacific University There were 87 entries by 66 students from nine local erty Valley). on Sat., May 4, 2019, among approximately 1,778 graduates at the high schools, according to Tri-Valley Writers Vice Presi- Contest support came from the Alameda County Arts Spring commencement ceremonies. dent Marilyn Dykstra. Speaking to the finalists during the Commission, The Corner Bakery, The Livermore Public Pleasanton resident Allison Nickel graduated from Azusa Pacific ceremony, she noted that much of writing is rewriting and Library Civic Center, and donors Jordan Bernal, Patri- University with a Bachelor of Arts. rewriting. "We encourage you all to persist," she said. cia and James Boyle, Pat Coyle, Paula Chinick, Marilyn Livermore resident Sabrina Downey graduated from Azusa Essay winners include: First Place, Lipi Buch, "A Dykstra, Connie Hanstedt, Haihong Liao, Lani Longshore, Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Eulogy for Insecurity" (Dublin); Second Place, Katherine Diane Stephenson and Kathy Urban. Livermore resident Jenna Thompson graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Mudge, "Frankly, I'm Uncomfortable" (Amador); Third The CWC Tri-Valley Branch invites writers of all Pleasanton resident Angelique Low graduated from Azusa Pacific Place, Jacob Zhou, "Stars" (Dublin); Honorable Mention, genres and experience levels to learn about the craft of University with a Bachelor of Arts. Neha Prasad, "The Force" (California); Honorable Men- writing at its monthly meetings. For more information, Livermore resident Matthew Proetel graduated from Azusa tion, Anika Nicolas, "National Parks are Worth Preserv- contact Lani Longshore at [email protected] Pacific University with a Bachelor of Arts. ing" (Amador Valley); and Honorable Mention, Shangxi or visit http://www.trivalleywriters.org. Wu, "How I Built Up Confidence to Speak in Public" (continued on page 12) 8 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton www. Livermore. Confirm participation by ings, a hike in the vineyard, honey Livermore Art Association Gallery, firehousearts.org calling (925) 960-1194 or via the tasting and more. Livermore Valley located in the Carnegie Building, website at www.GalinasMusicStu- Winegrowers Association, www. offers art classes, unusual gifts, art MEETINGS/CLASSES dio.com. Beginners are welcome. lvwine.org/ exhibits and information pertaining The Young Artists’ Studio has Bring some music to share with the to the art field, 2155 Third Street, openings in its 2018 – 2019 school group. Ukuleles are available for MUSIC/CONCERTS Livermore. The gallery has been year art classes. Artist Peggy Frank purchase. Small $10 fee to cover Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Music open since 1974 and is run as a offers small group, individualized meeting costs. every Sunday. 12:00 - 4:30. 1356 co-op by local artists. Hours are instruction in art to students ages S. Livermore Ave, Livermore. http:// Wed.-Sat. 11:30 to 4 pm and Sun- 7 through high school. She also WINERIES retzlaffvineyards.com day 10 to 2:30 pm. For information works with adults. Projects include Fun Fridays at Wood Family Vine- Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears call 449-9927. all kinds of drawing, painting, yards. Live Music Acoustic Wednes- regularly at: Old Mexico Bar & Grill Members of the Pleasanton Art print making and sculpture. Home days each and every Wednesday: in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- League Public Art Circuit are schoolers and high school students 7/10: Jack Quigley 7/17: Steve the 2nd Tuesday each month from currently exhibiting art at five working on advanced portfolios are Faria 7/24: Jenny DeSantis & 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, businesses in the area. Viewing welcome. Peggy has been an art Ron Bruder 7/31: Maddy Hudson. small cover. locations are: The Stanford Health instructor in the Livermore Valley Tasting Room opens at Noon with Derik Nelson & Family, 8 p.m. July Care Dermatology Clinic, 1133 E. for many years. Contact her at music from 4-7pm. Fun Fridays 12. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Stanley Blvd. Suite 111, Livermore; (925) 443-8755 or email frank.a@ each and every Friday. 7/5: Toucan Street, Livermore; www.lvpac.org or Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce comcast.net. Jam 7/12: Ryan Scripps 7/19: call 925-373-6800. at 777 Peters Street, Pleasanton; Figure Drawing Workshop, every The Foxcatchers 7/26: Frankie Jessica Fichot Sun., July 14 at 7:00 Sallman, Yang, & Alameda CPA's Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bones. Tasting Room opens at Noon p.m. Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 at 7077 Koll Center Parkway, Artists bring their own materials with music from 5-8pm. 8th Street, Livermore. Enchant- p.m. August 17. Bankhead Theater, (Revised). www.LivermoreShakes. Suite 183, Pleasanton; The Bagel and easels. Open to all artists. 2407 Research Dr., Livermore. ingly Original Chanteuse Chanteuse 2400 First Street, Livermore; www. org. Street Café at 6762 Bernal Ave., Professional artist models (nude). Charles R Vineyards, 8195 Crane and songwriter. www.lvpac.org or lvpac.org or call 925-373-6800. Joseph and the Amazing Tech- Pleasanton; and The Bagel Street No instructor. Students under 18 Ridge Road, Livermore. www. 373-6800. H.M.S. Pinafore, Lamplighters nicolor Dreamcoat, Tri-Valley Café at 4101-A Dublin Blvd., Dublin. need written parental permission charlesrvineyards.com 925-454- New Christy Minstrels, 8 p.m. July Musical Theatre August 24 and Repertory Theatre, July 20, 27 and If interested in becoming a member to attend. Cost $20 per session. 3040. Ukulele Jam & Open Mic 26. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First 25. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Aug. 3 at 8 p.m. and July 21, 28 of the Pleasanton Art League or for Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., with Steve Kritzer Saturdays, July Street, Livermore; www.lvpac.org or St., Livermore. www.lvpac.org, and Aug. 3 and 4, 2019 at 2 p.m. information regarding the Public Livermore. Coffee, tea and refresh- 27, August 24 and September 28. call 925-373-6800. 373-6800. his family. Bankhead Theater, 2400 Art Circuit, call John Trimingham at ments are available. Call or e-mail 1:00pm to 4:00pm Music sheets How Lucky Can You Get? The Songs Queen Nation, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 28. First Street, Livermore. www.lvpac. (510) 877-8154. Barbara Stanton for more info about will be provided, or email Steve at of Kander & Ebb performed by Firehouse Art Center, 4444 Railroad org or 373-6800. “Bay Area Parks: Outdoor Trea- the workshop, 925-373-9638 - [email protected] for a Tielle Baker, 2 p.m. July 28. Fire- Avenue in Pleasanton. Golden Follies: Trip the Light Fan- sures.” California Art Club fine art [email protected]. PDF of the songs in advance. Bring house Arts Center, 4444 Railroad tastic, 2 p.m. August 17 and 18. exhibit, including oils, watercolors, Preschool Art classes: Thursday a picnic, kids are welcome, and Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehouse- ON THE STAGE Firehouse Art Center, 4444 Railroad pastels, acrylics: June 14 through mornings 9:45–10:45. Children wine is available for purchase by arts.org or 931-4848. As You Like It, free Shakespeare in Avenue in Pleasanton. July 20 in the Harrington Gallery aged 3-5 are welcome to join this the glass or bottle. An Open Mic David Victor formerly of BOSTON 8 the Park presented by San Francisco at the Firehouse Arts Center in class. Classes cover drawing, paint- session will give those with more p.m. August 2. Bankhead Theater, Shakespeare Festival, Saturdays COMEDY Pleasanton. Regular gallery hours: ing, print-making, sculpture and expertise a chance to strut their 2400 First Street, Livermore; www. and Sundays at 7:00pm June 29– Free Comedy Show every Thursday Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from ceramics. For further information, stuff. lvpac.org or call 925-373-6800. July 14 Amador Valley Community at Sanctuary from 7:30-9 pm in the 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 contact Thomasin Dewhurst at Bent Creek Winery T.G.I.T (Thank GEORGE! The Concert starring Park, Santa Rita & Black Avenue, Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gallery (925) 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ Goodness It’s Thursday) July 11 Nick Bold, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Pleasanton. First St. in Livermore. at the Firehouse Arts Center in hotmail.com or visit http://children- from 5-8. Music by Monkey Lizard Firehouse Art Center, 4444 Railroad Tri-Valley High: The series 2019. Free comedy show every Thursday Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad Avenue. sartclassesprojects.blogspot.com/ Band. Food by Noche Mexicano Avenue in Pleasanton. It can also be Firehouse Arts Center Theater in at Rebel Kitchen & Libations, 2369 Donations always appreciated. Art Classes, For children, teens and Antojitos food truck. Red on Red 13 downloaded Pleasanton, Wednesdays in July. First St., Livermore 7:30pm. Man on the Moon: 50th Anniversary adults. Beginner to advanced. & Petite Sirah 13 on case specials. NorCal Vocal Jazz Academy (5:00pm The Bay Area’s one-and-only live Sklar Brothers,Sat., July 13, 8:00 of the Lunar Landing Exhibit, July Drawing, painting, printmaking, 5455 Greenville Rd., Livermore Free Public Concert), Aug. 10. Las improvised teen sitcom, presented p.m. post-modern take on a stand- 10-Sept. 9. The Commemoration sculpture and ceramics taught by Charles R Vineyards 4th Friday Free Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill by Creatures of Impulse, the award- up comedy duo. Bankhead Theater, Reception July 20 from 1-4 pm. highly experienced artist and art in- Summer Concert Series July 26 - Drive, Livermore. www.laspositas- winning teen improv troupe. Unique 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Bankhead Theater Gallery, 2400 structor, Thomasin Dewhurst. Week- Chris Ahlman – Singer Songwriter, college.edu/theater/events.php shows full of angst, heartbreak, teen lvpac.org, 373-6800. First St., Livermore. www.lvoac,org day and weekend classes, Home playing acoustic pop, folk and rock; The Family Stone, 8 p.m. August drama, and total improvised hilarity. 33rd Annual Art Under the Oaks school classes, Special classes August 23 - Rick Spitaleri - Dance- 10. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.: July 10, DANCE celebration the weekend of July 20 during school breaks offered. (925) able rock and roll from the 60s Street, Livermore; www.lvpac.org or 17, and 24. Firehouse Arts Center, Xtreme’s Favorite Things, Dance and 21. Event combines art, wine, 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ through today; September 27 – The call 925-373-6800. 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Company performing in their end food, live music and family fun hotmail.com for further info. Spencer James Band - A remix and Mitch Polzak & The Royal Deuces General admission tickets: students of year showcase. 11 a.m. June for all ages. Alden Lane Nursery, Piano and keyboard lessons, For a mashup of great blues and rock with Special Guest Mads Tolling. $5; adults $10. Tickets available at 22. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First 981 Alden Lane, Livermore. Free children to adult. Beginner to early 'n' roll. 8195 Crane Ridge Road, 8 p.m. August 10. Rockabilly, Honky www.firehousearts.org, 925-931- St., Livermore. www.lvpac.org, admission. intermediate level. Half-hour private Livermore, www.CharlesRVineyards. Tonk and Bluegrass. Firehouse 4848, or at the Box Office at the 373-6800. Play Date exhibit focused on play classes or small group classes com 925-454-3040. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., center, 4444 Railroad Avenue in and playfulness, including toys, offered. Twice-yearly recitals. (925) Taste Our Terroir in Livermore Valley Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Pleasanton. NOTE: Best suited for MOVIES imaginary creatures, and art games. 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ Wine Country, July 25 - July 28, or 931-4848. ages 12 and up. Classic Film Series, Pleasanton August 2-September 14. Opening hotmail.com for further info. Livermore Valley Wine Country. Keiko Matsui, 8 p.m. August 16. Livermore Shakespeare Festival, Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Reception: Thursday, August 1, Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the Food and wine affair at Casa Real. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First July 3 to August 4, Wente Vineyards Public Library, Classic Films series 7:00–9:00pm. Harrington Gallery, last Saturday of each month from Friday through Sunday, wineries Street, Livermore; www.lvpac.org or Estate Winery, The Tragedie of returns for the summer with two Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 12 noon-1 p.m. at Galina’s Music across the region host ten food and call 925-373-6800. Othello and The Complete Works films shot on location in Pleasanton. Studio located at 1756 First St., wine events including Port tast- Lunafish “Woodstock Revisited”, 8 of William Shakespeare (Abridges) Both will be screened for free in the JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 9 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

library's large meeting room. Re- information at www.livermoreval- Bankhead Theater in Livermore. Each p.m. at the Livermore Civic Center 2019 Alameda County Fair -- June Tuesday, August 13th, 2pm; Tues- becca of Sunnybrook Farm (1917) leypera.com winner/soloist will be awarded $500. Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, 14 -July 7. live Action Sports shows, day, August 13th, 7pm; Firehouse Thursday, July 11, 6-9 p.m. and It Applicants must submit a completed Livermore, CA. There is no charge big name concerts and Live Horse Arts Center. Tickets at www.museu- Ain't Hay (1943) Thursday, July 25, AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS application form, a non-refundable fee and no sign-up needed to attend Racing. For more information and monmain.org or (925) 462-2766. 6-9 p.m. For more information or Livermore-Amador Symphony of $20 and a recording of their playing this informal gathering. Hosted schedules, visit www.Alamed- 125h Anniversary Celebration assistance, contact the Pleasanton Association’s 47th Competition for (submitted link to YouTube via email). by local writer and NaNoWriMo aCountyFair.com activities, Pleasanton, Museum Public Library at (925) 931-3400, Young Musicians. Application dead- Additional information may be obtained (National Novel Writing Month) Museum on Main, An Evening with… on Main: July 13: Free Walking Tour, extension 4. 400 Old Bernal Avenue, line is Sunday, September 8, 2019. from www.livermoreamadorsymphony. participant Sydney Dent. To learn Prime Minister Winston Churchill: A Storied Past: Exploring Buildings Pleasanton. (Applications will be accepted starting org or by contacting the competition more about this program check Tuesday, July 9th, 7pm; AMADOR in Downtown Pleasanton; August 2: Apollo 13 (1995 movie)July 10, September 5, 2019.) Competition open chairperson at (925)525-6070. the library’s website at Livermo- THEATER. Tickets at www.museu- special exhibit opens “Pleasanton at 7:30 p.m. all tickets $5. Bankhead to instrumentalists and vocalists who relibrary.net or call the library at monmain.org or (925) 462-2766. 125” from August 2 until the end of Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. reside in Alameda County, Contra MISCELLANEOUS 925-373-5500. amie Metzl, Hacking Darwin, Rae the year; August 2: new permanent www.lvpac.org, 373-6800. Costa County, the city of Tracy, or the Hagemann Ranch Open House. Political Issues Book Club meets Dorough Speakers Series,7:30 p.m. history gallery opens “Growing Wall-E (2008 movie) August 7, 7:30 community of Mountain House. The Tours of the 140+ year old ranch the 4th Tuesday of each month, July 15. Bankhead Theater, 2400 Pleasanton.” Firehouse Arts Center: p.m. all tickets $5. Bankhead selection, one movement of a concerto, and free, family friendly sea- and reads books about issues and First Street, Livermore. www.lvpac. July 10: Art Demonstration with Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. should have the minimum length of sonal activities. The last Sunday trends that are driving current org or 373-6800. Heather Martin, East Bay Guache www.lvpac.org, 373-6800. about 10 minutes. All instruments will of each month, 1-4 PM. Go to affairs in both the national and Little League® Intermediate Base- will create a still life painting in be considered. Students are eligible www.livermorehistory.com for the international arenas. Topics that ball World Series, July 28 – August the gallery; August 1: Play Date Art OPERA through the age of 19 (being 19 at the monthly program. 455 Olivina Ave., have been covered include politics, 4, 2019. Livermore, Max Baer Park. Exhibition Opening 7:00pm-9:00pm. Livermore Valley Opera, Opera In time of concert performance February Livermore. governance, economics, military af- https://www.littleleague.org/world- August 2: Pleasanton Downtown The Vineyard #2 at Retzlaff Vine- 22, 2020). Two young musicians will be A Writers Meetup for adults 18 and fairs, history, sociology, science, the series/2019/5070/ Association Concert in the Park yard, Livermore, July 14th, includes chosen to perform as soloists with the older meets on the first Tuesday climate, and religion. Contact Rich Museum on Main, An Afternoon or Anniversary Celebration. www. “Arias a la Carte”. Tickets and symphony on February 22, 2020 in the of every month, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 at 872-7923, for further questions. . Evening with… Pablo Picasso: cityofpleasantonca.gov/

Greg Kihn in Win Tickets to Concerts, Performances Cardboard Concert Tri-Valley TV is offering viewers an opportunity to Skylar Brothers (comedy twins), and on Friday, July 26th Regatta Greg Kihn and his band win free stuff by signing up to be a TV30 “Lucky Fan.” the New Christy Minstrels (legendary folk singers), all at During the month of July, TV30 Lucky Fans will have a the Bankhead Theater in Livermore. The Livermore Area will be performing in Liver- Recreation and Park District more at Wente Vineyards chance to win free tickets to the Wente Vineyards Sum- TV30 viewers go to the Tri-Valley TV website at tv30. will host a Cardboard Re- on July 13. mer Concert Series and theater tickets to the Bankhead org to register to be a “Lucky Fan.” There is no charge and He released his most re- Theater in Livermore. the information will not be shared. TV30 randomly selects gatta on Sat., July 27. Tri-Valley TV will be giving away tickets to three a winner at various times from the “Lucky Fan” registra- cent album, “Rekihndled” Action will be 11 a.m. to upcoming Concerts at Wente Vineyards in July: Houser tions. The winner will be announced on the Tri-Valley TV 1 p.m at the Robert Liver- (the band’s first new album performing on Sunday, July 14th, The Tenors & Post- Facebook page and on TV30. A person can enter as many in 21 years) in 2018. more Aquatics Center, 4444 modern Jukebox on Thursday, July 25th and Styx on times as they want until they win. East Avenue, Livermore. Greg will be remem- Tuesday, July 30th. For complete rules or to register to be a “Lucky Fan” bered as an 80s-music icon Tri-Valley TV will also be giving away tickets to the go to tv30.org and click on the “Lucky Fan” icon located Create a boat made for his two chart-topping Friday, July 12th performance of Derik Nelson & Family on that page. entirely of cardboard and hits, “The Breakup Song (3 sibling folk-pop harmony), on Saturday, July 13th, the duct tape and race it across (They Don’t Write ‘Em) in the main pool. Details and 1981 and the 1983 smash Regatta rules are available single, “Jeopardy,” which LPC Offers Assistance to Enroll for Fall online at lard.org/aquatics. charted #2 on the Billboard Pre-registration is re- Top 100. Las Positas College aged to fill out the free file a Dream Application, lege.edu/ quired. The Greg Kihn Band (LPC) is ready to help usher application for Federal which provides similar The college is located at Parking is at 4448 spent much of the 80s in the next generation of an Student Aid (FAFSA), the financial assistance. Ad- 3000 Campus Hill Drive, Loyola Way. RES $10 / NR touring with the likes of educated workforce with only way to see which types ditionally, students may Livermore. $15 Journey, The Rolling Stones degrees, certificates and of financial aid - everything qualify for Bookstore loans, and the Grateful Dead and transfer programs that are from California College work-study programs and appearing on TV shows designed to help students Promise Grant to scholar- textbook loaner programs. including Solid Gold, and working adults further ships and loans - are avail- For more information, American Bandstand and their career opportunities. able. DREAMers should go to www.laspositascol- Saturday Night Live. This fall, students The show will include enrolled at LPC can take Rick Springfield, Greg advantage of guaranteed transfer programs to Russian Flutist to Perform Kihn Band and Tommy four-year universities and Tutone. career technical education The Pleasanton Library will present internationally ac- The performance begins programs, such as Fire Ser- claimed Russian flutist, Maxim Rubtsov On July 21. at 8 p.m. at 5050 Arroyo vice Technology, engineer- This free concert will take place 2 to 3 p.m. at the Road, Livermore. For ticket ing technology, and Early library. 400 Old Bernal Ave. Pleasanton. information, go to https:// Childhood Development. For information call 931-3400 x 4 or go to www. wentevineyards.com/event/ All students are encour- pleasantonlibrary.org 10 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019 BULLETIN BOARD

(Organizations wishing to run notices in Marathon accepting player registrations. Join independence during the Revolutionary War. (925) 784-3662 for more information. Ethos 1010 Murrieta Blvd., Suite B, Liver- and the 1891 Main House, and the beautifully Bulletin Board, send information to PO Box Hope Hospice for a fun and challenging day DAR is one of the world's largest and most Wednesday Night Run with Sunrise more. Free and confidential services related to landscaped grounds. For information on the 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of Bulletin where you will be among an exclusive group active service organizations. DAR members are Mountain Sports, every Wednesday night (rain pregnancy include guidance and referrals, baby Ravenswood Progress League (RPL) or the Board or email information to editmail@ of passionate golfers completing 100 holes in committed to volunteer service having served or shine) at 6:30PM. Start/End Location: Sun- clothing, and diapers. Call (925) 449-5887 for volunteer Docent Program, please call the compuserve.com. Include name of organiza- one day, all for a great cause! The event takes more than 12.5 million hours in communities rise Mountain Sports 2184 First Street Liver- an appointment. Docent Coordinator at (925) 443-0238. tion, meeting date, time, place and theme or place September 30 at Castlewood Country throughout the world during the past three more. The run/walk will start at 6:30PM, but Meals on Wheels Volunteers are needed Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social subject. Phone number and contact person Club in Pleasanton. Each golfer commits to years. For more information, please visit come hang with us around 6PM to socialize/ to deliver fresh meals to homebound seniors group of retired men who join together to better should also be included. Deadline is 5 p.m. raising $2,500, with net proceeds benefiting https://josemaria.californiadar.org/ or contact warm-up/change. There are a variety of dis- in Livermore or Pleasanton one day per week, enjoy their leisure time. Activities include golf, Friday.) Hope's patient care and grief support programs Debbie Janes at [email protected]. tances starting at 2 miles and they go up to 9 Monday-Friday between 10 am-12 p.m.. For bridge, photography, travel, fishing, biking, wine in the East Bay and Tri-Valley areas. You can Grief support meetings. 7:30 pm at miles. The most popular is the 3.5 mile course more information, please call (925)483-1989. tasting, and technology. The Tri-Valley Branch Widowed Men and Women of Northern pay your own $2,500 entry fee directly, or St. Elizabeth Seton, 4001 Stoneridge Drive, (that does have two water fountains along Rotary Club of Livermore Valley invites serves men living in Pleasanton, Dublin, CA. July 13, 1 p.m. general meeting anf encourage friends and family to collectively Pleasanton, on July 11 and 25 and August its route). Dogs, kids, and people of all paces interested individuals to attend its morning Livermore, and San Ramon. The group meets birthday luncheon in San Ramon, RSVP by support you and cover the fee. Register at 8. Please call Eleanor at 846-8708 for more are welcome. More information located on meeting. Meetings are held every Tuesday at for lunch on the first Thursday of each month July 10 to Marsha, 830-8483. July 18, 1 pm. hope100golfmarathon.com. For registration information. All are welcome regardless of Sunrise's Facebook Event Page: https://www. 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & Grill at the Las at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest lunch in Danville, RSVP by July 16 to Gloria, questions or sponsorship inquiries, contact religious affiliation. facebook.com/events/237597100263100/ Positas Golf Course, 915 Club House Drive, Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about the 846-8320. July 2, 11:30 a.m. lunch in Fremont, the Hope Hospice Development Department at National Society Daughters of the Livermore Veterans of Foreign Wars Livermore. For more information, go to www. Tri-Valley SIR at www.trivalleysir.org and the RSVP by July 22 to Vickie, 510-656-1166. July (925) 829-8770. American Revolution, Josefa Higuera Liver- (VFW), Post 7265, seeking returning Veterans livermorevalleyrotary.org/ or contact Frank Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. For informa- 27, 1 p.m. friendly bridge, RSVP by July 20 to Livermore Lions Club meets for dinner more Chapter. Meets September through May from foreign conflicts who are interested in Vallejo, President of Rotary Club of Livermore tion or to attend a meeting, call Carl Churilo, Ruby, 462-9636. every third Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm on the first Saturday of each month. DAR was staying engaged with other Veterans and their Valley, at 925-595-2004 or FVallejo@ 925-967-8177. PFLAG meeting July 10th, 2019 Amador at Emil Villa's Restaurant, 3064 Pacific Ave. founded in 1890 to promote education, historic families. The VFW is one of the strongest CalWater.com American Legion Post 47 in Livermore is Valley High School library, Pleasanton. 7:00- in Livermore. Lions are the world's largest preservation, and patriotism. Its members Veterans organizations in America but is in Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning and looking for veterans in the Livermore area who 8:30 PM service organization. Livermore Lions support are descended from patriots who supported serious decline because of lack of member- experienced dancers are welcome. Balkan, are interested in performing community service Livermore Community Blood Drive: the needs within the community and state, and/or fought for American independence ship. Meetings on the first and third Mondays Israeli and other world dances, easy line for young people and promoting veterans Friday, July 12, 12-6:00 p.m., Asbury United the nation and the world. Funds provided to during the Revolutionary War. With nearly of each month with a light dinner social at and circle dances, no partners required, affairs. Interested veterans will meet with Methodist Church, 4743 East Avenue. Every support the homeless, the fire victims, and the 185,000 members in approximately 3,000 6:00pm followed by a business meeting at casual dress. $3 per session (first time free). other like-minded veterans for camaraderie single day, Bay Area hospitals need over 300 hurricane and earthquakes victims. Charities chapters worldwide, DAR is one of the world’s 7:00pm at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 522 So. Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Bothwell Arts and support of veterans' causes. The American units of blood to keep sick and injured patients include: Canine Companions, Blind Centers, largest and most active service organizations. L. St. (corner of So. L & 5th Street-enter on 5th Center (West end), 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Legion is the largest federally chartered alive. Please come donate, bring a friend or and the Ear of the Lion. Check out our website For additional information, visit http://jhl. St.). For more information contact Commander Information: George Pavel (925) 447-8020 or veterans organization that is the veterans family member to the drive and give the gift of (livermorelionsclub) for up-coming projects californiadar.org. Hank Jean: 480-585-8970 or Service Officer [email protected] lobby and voice to congress. The Livermore life to our friends and neighbors who need it. and events. All are welcome to meetings and to Tri-Valley Parkinson's Support Group Ron Gillette: 925-443-4444. Square Dance Lessons in Livermore, 7 American Legion Post 47 meets the second Register at www.redcrossblood.org and use AS- participate in activities. - those with Parkinson's or a variant diagnosis Tri-Valley Haven - Individual Counsel- p.m. at Del Valle High School, 2253 5th Street. and fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 BURY925 as the Sponsor Code, or call Thomas Dress a Girl Around the World, an plus their care partners meet at the Pleasanton ing & Group Therapy Openings, For over All ages welcome. Dancing Thursdays weekly PM at the Veterans Memorial Building, 522 Petty at 925-980-8164 for more information. invitation to make simple dresses for girls Sr. Center on the 2nd Sat of every month from forty years, Tri-Valley Haven, a non-profit from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. No partner or South L Street, Livermore. Enter the building Armchair Travelers, a monthly program, in third world countries. Meetings are once 10am-12Noon. Hear speakers on a variety of agency, has provided shelter and counseling special attire needed. For more information call from the ramp on the 5th Street side. For more will take place at the Livermore Public Library a month. The next meeting is July 13, from related topics and to share challenges, solu- for survivors of sexual assault and domestic Margaret 925-447-6980 or mmiller1435@ information go to http://www.calegion.org/ or Civic Center on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at 1:30 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Michael’s Hall, Corner tions, and triumphs! Contact mary.behrendt@ violence, and their children in the Tri-Valley. The gmail.com. contact Bill Bergmann at calegion.post47@ p.m. Ann Reichert will present “The Five Stans of 3rd and Maple St., Livermore. Bring sewing comcast.net or 925-462-5081 for more Haven provides free, professional individual Shepherd’s Gate New Life Thrift Store, gmail.com or (925) 443-2330 or Roy Warner at of Central Asia.” Ann will share photos and sto- machine or serger, iron, ironing board, scissors, information. No cost. and group therapy for survivors of domestic open at 4014 East Ave. Hours will be 9-7 925-449-6048. ries of her travels in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, along with helping hands. (Those planning to Pleasanton Amer. Leg. Post 237 located violence, sexual assault, and poverty. For more Monday through Friday, 9-5 Saturday, closed Eric's Corner is a free support group for Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. stay all day should bring a bag lunch.) Always at 301 Main St. is looking for few good veterans information on Tri-Valley Haven’s Support Sunday. Donations can be left at 4014 East people who are dealing with a diagnosis of Adults are invited to this free program on the accepting cheerful cotton fabric donations. to join us. We meet the second Tuesday of each Groups and Individual Counseling, please call: Ave in the rear of the building, 9:30 AM to 5 Epilepsy. Everyone is invited to attend these second Thursday of each month in the Story- Those who can’t make the Sew-Fest but would month at 1900 hr. or consider joining us for (925) 449-5845. PM M-F, 8–2:30pm Sat, closed Sundays & meetings. Meetings are held at 5725 W. Las time Room of the Civic Center Library, 1188 S. like to sew, arrange for kits that can be sews at coffee/donuts every Saturday 0700-0830. All Counter Point (Addiction Family Support holidays. Positas Blvd., second floor, Pleasanton. We Livermore Avenue, Livermore. home. Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352- veterans all welcome to join us at coffee. You Group), a free faith based, Christ centered Italian Catholic Federation, meets 3rd meet from 6:30 -8;00 on the third Thursday of Castlemont High School All Classes 8447 or [email protected] qualify to attend if you served. Come and meet (Al Anon based) program designed to help Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. Elizabeth Seton each month. For more information please visit Reunion Saturday, September 7 from 10am Master Gardeners talks, Demonstra- other veterans and you will hear and see noth- individuals with family members who suffer Catholic Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr., Pleas- us at ericscorner.org to 4pm at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 tion Garden, 3575 Greenville Rd., Livermore ing has changed since you were discharged. from alcoholism and drug addiction. Tuesday anton. Anyone who loves all things Italian is Assistance League® of Amador Valley Sunaol Blvd. Bring own food and beverages, no . trained Master Gardeners are on site at to We enjoy new faces and guarantee you will evenings at 7:00 pm at the St. Michael Convent invited to meet to celebrate the Italian heritage invites all visitors to join this dedicated group alcohol allowed. Entrance is $15. ea. or $10. ea answer question and give tours of the garden enjoy being around veterans. Please consider building, first floor (375 Maple Street, Liver- with monthly dinner meetings and holding of volunteers, reaching out to those in need in for Castlemont Alumni Association members. 9:30am-11:30am on the second Saturday of coming and joining your comrades, because more). For further information contact Rachel charitable events. The group supports Chil- the Tri-Valley and having fun doing it. Regular For more information contact Greg Hickey 925- the month; talks on seasonally appropriate there still fun to be around. Lock and Load. at (510-501-1411). dren's Hospital research, college scholarships meetings are held on the third Thursday of the 461-1381 or [email protected]. topics. All Talks are 10 am- 11 on the second Ready on the right ready on the left. Visit our Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults who get and other charities. For information, contact month at 7 p.m. at the Parkview, 100 Valley Tri-Valley Republican Women Feder- Saturday of the Month Mar-Nov. July 13 Irriga- post at [email protected] together for events like board games, movies Judy Wellbeloved, president, 462-2487. Ave., Pleasanton. For more information, see our ated, a “Silver Award Club”, meeting July tion How much water do I really need to apply; AA If you want to drink, that's your and fan conventions. Meetings every Tuesday ClutterLess Self Help Support Group website, www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague. 11, 2019. Guest Speaker: Adrian Rafizadeh Aug. 10 Soil- why does it matter so much; business. If you want to stop, we can help. Call at 5:30 for dinner and board games A schedule (CL) is a non profit,peer based, all volunteer, org, e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ will speak on the recent rise of the radical, Sept. 14 Firescaping in a Suburban environ- Alcoholics Anonymous 925-829-0666 of upcoming events can be found on Facebook self help in-person support group for people yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. socialist “New Left.” Beeb’s Sports Bar and ment; Oct. 12 Propagation: Seed Saving; Nov. 9 Native Daughters of the Golden West, at: Facebook.com/groups/TriValleyGeeks. Text with difficulty discarding unwanted pos- Operation: SAM “Supporting All Grill Banquet Room (At the Las Positas Golf MG Plant Favorites- Winter interest (California born Women) is a fraternal and Melody Evenson at 925-209-1214 for more sessions. Meetings at Parkview, 100 Valley Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military Course), 915 Clubhouse Drive, Livermore, ; National Alliance on Mental Illness patriotic organization founded on the principles information. Avenue, (main entrance), 2nd Floor Activity support organization based in Livermore. (925) 455-7070. Social time 6 p.m., meeting (NAMI) Tri-Valley's Connections Support Group, of : Love of Home; Devotion to the Flag; Venera- Golden Circle Seniors, meetings Room, Pleasanton, every Monday 7 - 8:30 pm S.A.M. has been in operation since January 6:45 p.m. Reservations due by July 9, 2019 . meets every Wednesday, from 7:15pm - tion of the Pioneers; Faith in the Existence of Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center in (except postal holidays). www.clutterless.org 2004. It is dedicated to the continued morale Call: Jo Molz: Cell / Text: 925-367-6155 include 8:45pm at St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 3350 God., Angelita Parlor No. 32, Livermore, meet the Robert Livermore Community Center, 4444 (national) or www.ClutterlessEastBay.org for support of deployed troops. For information or all names and a phone number. or email: Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton. This group provides first Monday of the month, 6:30 PM, I.O.O.F East Ave. Sewing, knitting and crocheting all more info. donations, visit www.operationsam.org, email [email protected] TVRWF Members: $ support and education for anyone experiencing Hall, 2160 First St., Livermore (easy entrance year, saving items for the annual bazaar in Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Club. [email protected] 30.00; Guests: $ 35.00; www.trivalleyrepubli- a mental illness. For further information, visit from back of building) Rec. Sec.: Shelley Buch- November. Ninety-five present of the proceeds Feed your wonder about the Night Sky and Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open canwomenfederated.org www.nami-trivalley.org or contact Kendall @ berger, 925-698-4345- website: NDGW.org are donated to local charities. the Cosmos by joining us on the 3rd Friday to new and established residents of the Livermore-Amador Genealogical Soci- 925-872-0170. Scottish country dancing in Livermore. Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner meetings of the Month for our club meeting. Unitarian Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the first ety meeting July 8, 7 to 9 p.m. Guest speaker Daughters of the American Revolution Enjoy the lively reels and jigs and graceful every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. 530 Universalist Church, 1893 N. Vasco Rd., Wednesday of the month, a luncheon on the will be Gena Philibert-Ortega will talk on Her (DAR), Jose Maria Amador, Pleasanton strathspeys that are the traditional social Inklings Coffee Shop in the Wardrobe Room, Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. talk starts second Wednesday of the month, Bunco, Mah Name was Not Unknown: Finding Female Chapter. The local Jose Maria Amador chapter dance of Scotland. Make new friends and have Pleasanton. Check website for meeting updates at 7:30 p.m.. For more info visit us @ http:// Jongg, walking/hiking groups, family activities, Ancestors. Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 meets on the second Saturday of the month fun while you exercise. Join us Mondays 8:00 pleasantonlionsclub.org. Pleasanton Lions www.trivalleystargazers.org/ and monthly adult socials. Information, call Nevada Court, Pleasanton. No Charge - Visitors from September to May, with a short business to 10:00 pm at the Livermore Veteran’s Hall, Club is a non-profit organization that seeks Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 925-215-8405 or visit www.PleasantonNew- welcome. For additional information contact: meeting and a program. DAR was founded 522 South L Street, Livermore. No prior dance to identify needs within the community and Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s comers.com Tom Mathews, Program chairperson, email: in 1890 to promote historic preservation, experience or partner required. We welcome work together to fulfill those needs. For more costumes give free guided tours beginning at Community Resources for Independent [email protected] education and patriotism. Its members are de- new dancers at any time. Call Margaret Ward information or to get involved visit pleasanton- noon, on the second and fourth Sundays of the Living (CRIL) offers services to help people The Fifth Annual Hope 100 Golf scended from the patriots who won American at (925) 449-5932 or Sheena MacQueen at lionsclub.org. All are welcome. month. Each tour includes the 1885 Cottage with disabilities and supports them to live JULY 4, 2019 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD independently and participate in their com- p.m. 449-4403 or www.Tri-ValleyBibleChurch. Scola at 447-9800. Lynnewood United Methodist Church time is at 10:00 a.m. Children’s and youth Grace Missionary Baptist Church in munity for as long as they are willing and able com. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 1047 at 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton, offers a groups Sunday School during worship services Livermore invites members of the community to do so. CRIL maintains offices in Hayward, Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 Serpentine Lane #300, Pleasanton. Sunday friendly congregation where all are welcome. and Sunday evening Middle School and High to Wednesday evening study, “Discovering the Fremont and Livermore to provide information North Vasco Road, Livermore. Sunday Service Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to www. Summer worship schedule one service at 9:30 School Youth Groups. Children welcome at Bible.” Currently, the subject is , “The Holy and referrals and provide community education 10:30am. Church of the open mind, loving stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at (831) a.m. Childcare provided. Contact the church all services, and childcare in the nursery. Spirit and His Work.” The church address is at senior centers and affordable housing heart and helping hands. All are welcome. 278-1916. office 846-0221, send an email to office@ Caregivers Support Group will meet July 13, 1759 Locust Street in Livermore. Wednesday complexes to residents of Southern Alameda Childcare, and religious education for St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Hop- lynnewood.org or visit our website at www. 10:30 to noon in the Fireside Room. This group Bible Study begins at 6:30 p.m. www. County. The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 children as well as adults are offered. For yard Road, Pleasanton, Services on Sunday, lynnewood.org. meets the Second Saturday of each Month. gracembc.com Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can more information, visit www.uucil.org or call 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Children’s Sunday The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- This group is open to people in the community. Celebration Church, 1135 Bluebell be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, by 925-447-8747. School & Chapel at 10:15 a.m. All are most day Saints – Livermore Stake: Sunday For more information, contact the church office Drive, Livermore. 925-455-4250. Sunday FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril. Congregation Beth Emek, Center for welcome to come and worship with us and to services –1501 Hillcrest Ave: Sycamore Grove at 925-447-1950. For more information about Service: 9:45am; children’s programs: [email protected]. All services are free. Jewish Learning, Prayer and Community in the enjoy our hospitality. For more information call Ward 9:00 am; Windmill Springs Ward 10:30 other opportunities visit our website at www. 9:45am; Spanish service at 1:00pm; Jr. & Sr. Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Sup- Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton. the church office 925-462-4802. am. 950 Mocho St.; Valley View Ward 9:00 am; asburylive.org or call 925-447-1950. Asbury High: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. For more port Group meets every fourth Tuesday of the Information 931-1055. Rabbi Dr. Laurence St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church Vineyard Hills Ward 10:30 am; Del Valle Branch UMC can also be found on Facebook at “Asbury information or weekday Bible study and Prayer month at 10 a.m. in the third floor movie room Milder, www.bethemek.org. , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) 447-3289. (Spanish) first meeting 11:40, Sacrament UMC Livermore. To Mars and Beyond’ Vacation group schedules, go to www.celebrationcc.org. at Heritage Estates Retirement Community. The Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with www.saintbartslivermore.com. Sunday service meeting 12:40; 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: Bible School Camp is Wednesday, July 17th Welcome home. address is 900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All the Congress of Secular Jewish Organizations with Rev. Andrew Lobban, pastor and priest, Tri-Valley Young Single Adult Ward 12:30. to Friday, July 19th from 9am to 12pm. VBS B'rit Ahabah Messianic Congrega- are welcome. Contact is Lee Parlett 292-9280. (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith Seid, 10:00 am Eucharist with music, childcare and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Performing Arts Showcase will be a part of tion, worship every Saturday, 11 a.m. at 193 DBE Daughters of the British Empire, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or EastBay- Godly Play children education. Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Sunday at 1 our 10am Sunday Service, followed with a Contractors Ave., Livermore. Congregation and John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Chapter in SecularJews.org. Little Brown Church, United Church p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Pleasanton 2nd community lunch & waterslide fun Sunday, July Jews and Gentiles. Liturgy presented in both the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 a.m. on the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Liver- of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at 3574 Vineyard Ave. 21st for families to attend together. Deadline to Hebrew and English. Families are welcome. 3rd Thursday of every month at Castlewood more, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. Sunday a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 register is July 7. Registration forms for children Blessing of bread and wine (or grape juice) Country Club. DBE was founded in 1909 and School for students (ages 3-20) is held at 10 littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday & volunteers are available online at www.as- follows each service and all are invited to Oneg, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization made up a.m. every Sunday. The church and reading Pathway Community Church, 1055 9:30 a.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st burylive.org & in the church office. Questions? a fellowship meal. of women of British or British Commonwealth room are located at Third and N Streets. The Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contemporary Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. Contact Jackie through the church office. Tagalog Mass: 3rd Sunday of the month heritage and ancestry with a focus on charity Reading Room, which is open to the public, Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 am. Children, John Knox Presbyterian Church, 7421 Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Avenue, (remaining dates for the year: July 21, Aug. 18, and fellowship. Those interested in helping features books, CDs and magazines for sale. youth, adult programs. Biblically based Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship service at Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 11:00 Oct. 20, Nov. 17); Time: 3:30 pm St. Michael with “the cause," enjoying social activities, For information, call (925) 447-2946. practical messages, nondenominational. All are 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for ages 3-18 during a.m. Worship. For more information visit Catholic Parish, 458 Maple St.; Potluck recep- and forming long-lasting friendships, contact Sunset Community Church, 2200 Arroyo welcome. www.pathwaycommunitychurch.org worship. Adult education Sundays at 11:00 gatewaylivermore.org or call Larry Trummel at tion to follow in the parish hall. Check https:// Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 or Jenny Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service at 9:30 (925) 322-1222. a.m. Jr. High youth group Sundays 4:00-6:10 449.1444. stmichaellivermore.com/Filipino for details Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for additional a.m. Hispanic service starts at 2 p.m. Nursery Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 p.m. High school youth group Sundays 5:50- information. and children's church provided. A "Night of S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship at 9:00 8:00 p.m. www.jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), Worship" first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. am, followed by Bible Study/Sunday School at St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors St., Information on programs and memberships, Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 p.m. 10:20 am. For more information, visit www. Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) – 8:30 Summer Worship Series Theme training philosophies and schedules, and Information, call 447-6282. goodshepherd-livermore.org or call (950) AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925-906-9561 all things TVTC, an all inclusive triathlon/ Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday 371-6200. stfrancisanglican.church. Is Welcoming Diversity marathon/endurance training program. www. Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Livermore. Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 Center for Spiritual Living Livermore trivalleytriclub.com. Information, 447-8840. North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don Valley - A Lighthouse to the world. Sunday Pleasanton Military Families is a Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday service at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs Pleasanton based support group for those who S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting place Welcoming Diversity, a lay led summer worship series have a loved one serving in the Military. The worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. adult Bible a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday Parish Hall, 678 Enos Way, Livermore. For more will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Liver- group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday study/Sunday school. For information, call Worship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary aged information contact [email protected] more. of each month to share concerns, fears, and to 925-447-1246. children go to Kid’s Church following worship, or visit us at http://csllvlighthouse.org. Topics and schedule July 7 - Divers-ability; July 14 - celebrate the joys that are experienced. There Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services at nursery available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives away Gender identity and sexuality, focus on " assumptions of is no better support than being surrounded by 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. www. to the Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 clothing and other items every Monday 10-12. others who know what you are going through. calvarylivermore.org or 925-447-4357. p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; Donations are also accepted on Mondays the transgender community; July 21 - Race; July 28 - Age; Three times per year, the group collects Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- 925-449-4848. between 10-12. 4481 E. Avenue, Livermore. August 4 - Class; and August 11 - Religion. supplies and sends care packages to the non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 Christ Church (a nondenomina- After the July 14 workshop, a DVD entitled "Gender troops. Contact [email protected] for the school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 a.m. Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. tional evangelical church formerly meeting in Revolution" will be shown, followed by a forum/open location of the next meeting. All are welcome. 447-3428. 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho Livermore Military Families, a support Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 Valley Bible Church, Livermore, meets Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., discussion. group for families in Livermore who have a Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 Southfront Road, Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; Series will be at 10:30-11:30 a.m. at 1893 North Vasco loved one serving in the Military, is intended to services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone 925-227-1301. Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 a.m. Rd., Livermore. For information,go to www.uucil.org. be a safe place for family members to come a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda.org/ www.thecrossing.org. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org or call and share their experiences and concerns with All are welcome. Cedar Grove Community Church, 2021 925.846.0665. others who understand what they are going Faith Chapel Assembly of God, College Ave., Livermore. Worship Services 9 GraceWay Church worships at 10 a.m. through. All family members are welcome to Pleasanton, 6656 Alisal Street. Sunday school a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www.cedargrove.org or Sundays at 1183 Quarry Lane in Pleasanton. attend meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday for all ages at 9:30 a.m., Worship at 10:35 call 447-2351. Services include band-led worship music, Religion Chat Set for July 10 of each month at the Livermore Veterans a.m., Nursery, Children’s Church (ages 3-12) at Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palomino Bible-based messages and Sunday School for Memorial Building, 522 South L Street from 11:15 a.m., Wednesday Women’s Bible Study Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www.jewishtrival- pre-schoolers and elementary through high The July Religion Chat will be held on Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information, will be taking a break, Senior Adult Ministry ley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. school students. Infant care is provided. www. July 10, 2019, at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada call Tami Jenkins, 925-784-5014 or email every other month. Call for date and time and Well Community Outreach Center gracewaylife.org (925) 846-4436. Ct., Pleasanton. livermoremilitaryfamilies@yahoo. other church programs at 846-8650. ministry provides meats, canned and dry Grace Missionary Baptist Church, Trinity Church, 557 Olivina Ave., goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. (925) The program will be on summer hours--from 7:00 PM RELIGION Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services & available prior to the start of the school year). 667-1610. www.gracembc.com. Sunday to 8:15 PM. Doors of the facility will be open at 6:30 and First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth Children’s Ministry times now at 9 a.m & 10:30 Those with an immediate need or who would School, 9:45 am; Sunday Worship, 11 am. close at 8:30 PM to give attendees a chance to visit with Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contemplative a.m. Small Groups also meet on Sundays, and like to donate nonperishable food items, call Relevant and refreshing Bible teaching. Pastor: people from other cultures and faiths.. Parking is avail- Service in the Chapel and 10:00 a.m. Tradi- during the week at various times/locations. the office at (925) 479-1414 to begin the Jeff Barger. tional Service in the Sanctuary and children’s Trinity Student Ministries (7-12th Grade) meet process. Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. - 3 Discovery Church of the Nazarene, able in the lot in front of the building and in the lot behind program For more information www.fpcl.us or on Sundays at 9 a.m and on Weds. eve. from p.m., and Thursday 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor the building. 925-447-2078. 7-9 p.m. Awana meets Sundays from 3:30- up by appointment only. The Outreach Center Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community The topic is What does you faith do to make the Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut 5:30PM trinitylivermore.org or 925-447-1848. will be open every 4th Saturday to distribute Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at 9:30 work a better place? Speakers are Rabbi Larry Milder of St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas bags from Fresh and Easy Market and Sprouts. AM. Worship Service, Sundays at 10:45 AM Congregation Beth Emek, and Mary Fair of St. Charles a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 a.m. Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following This will be on a first come first serve basis Asbury United Methodist Church 4743 Children's classes during adult worship service. the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2333 Nissen East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconciling Church, Borromeo Catholic Church. AWANA children's program Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire La Drive, Livermore. where all are welcomed. Sunday Worship As always, the event is free and all are welcome. 12 The Independent • JULY 4, 2019 Milestones EDUCATION

(continued from page 7) was among the more than 750 students who earned a spot on the achievement. Honors Lists for the spring 2019 semester. To be named to the The University of Alabama awarded some 5,716 degrees during Dean's List, a student must earn a minimum quality point average Anh Nguyen from Pleasanton was among the students named to its spring commencement May 3-5. of 3.500 on 12 or more credits during a single semester, with no Augustana College's 2019 spring term Dean's List. Among the recipients are: continuing or incomplete grades. Alain Armand DeSaix of Dublin, Bachelor of Arts. Cindy Wang was named to the Miami University spring 2019 Catherine Disston Fay of Dublin, Bachelor of Science. Molly Lindsey of Livermore graduated from the University of president's list. Wang, from Pleasanton, is majoring in Music Per- Athrreyaa Ganesh Kumar Ram of Dublin, Bachelor of Science San Diego on May 26. Lindsey earned a bachelor's degree in In- formance, Psychology. Miami University students who are ranked in in Microbiology. terdisciplinary Humanities. Lindsey participated in the university's the top three percent of undergraduate students within each division Honors Program. for second semester 2018-19 have been named to the president's list The following local students recently graduated from Bellevue Kaidyn McClure of Pleasanton graduated from the University recognizing academic excellence. University: of San Diego on May 26. McClure earned a bachelor's degree in Celeste Joplin of Livermore received a Master of Science in Marketing and graduated magna cum laude. Security Management. James Moore of Pleasanton graduated from the University of Justin Battle of Dublin rreceived a Bachelor of Science in San Diego on May 26. Moore earned a bachelor's degree in Finance. Cybersecurity. Alexis Venema of Pleasanton graduated from the University Shannon Leung of Dublin received a Bachelor of Science in of San Diego on May 26. Venema earned a bachelor's degree in NEW FACES Professional Psychology. Economics. Sidney Williams of Livermore graduated from the University The following babies were born at Stanford Health Care/ Val- The Georgia Institute of Technology presented degrees to ap- of San Diego on May 26. Williams earned a bachelor's degree in leyCare Medical Center in Pleasanton: proximately 3,800 undergraduate and graduate students during the Environmental & Ocean Sciences and graduated cum laude. Twin sons to Anagha and Rohan Pande of Pleasanton, April Institute's 257th Commencement exercises on May 3-4, 2019, at 30, 2019. the McCamish Pavilion. More than 4,800 undergraduate, graduate, and professional A daughter to Trisha and Byrce Head of Livermore, May 1, 2019. Anthony Bielecki of Livermore (94550) - Master of Science students at the University of Iowa recently participated in gradu- A son to Gina and Joseph Rosenthal of Pleasanton, June 15, in Computer Science ation ceremonies. 2019. Mohanraj Krishnaraj of Pleasanton - Master of Science in Wesley Estrada of Dublin: BA-Biology A son to Amanda Bolivia and Richard Werner of Livermore, Computer Science Samantha Schwartz of Livermore: BA-English and Creative June 18, 2019. Matthew Larocca of Dublin - Master of Science in Computer Writing A daughter to Naga Yaseswini and Sivara Makrishnan of Dublin, Science June 18, 2019. Fermin Ordaz of Pleasanton - Master of Science in Computer Christina Allen of Livermore, was recently initiated into The Science Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selec- Akshay Salpekar of Pleasanton - Master of Science in Com- tive all-discipline collegiate honor society. Allen was initiated at puter Science San Jose State University. Prasad Sharanabasawa of Pleasanton - Master of Science in MILITARY Computer Science Three Livermore residents have recently been named to the U.S. Air Force Airman Jack T. Turner graduated from basic Ramya Swaminathan of Dublin - Master of Science in Com- Dean's List at Boston University for the Spring semester. Students military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Anto- puter Science recognized for this honor include: Samuel R. DeCosta, Valerie nio, Texas. Wenwei Xu of Dublin - Master of Science in Computer Science Garcia, Victoria L. Tam. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward Each school and college at Boston University has their own an associate in applied science degree through the Community More than 5,700 students at the University of Iowa were named criterion for the Dean's List, but students generally must attain a College of the Air Force. to the UI's Dean's List for the spring 2019 semester. 3.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale), or be in the top 30 percent Turner is the grandson of Clarice Turner of Orland, Calif. He is Wesley Estrada of Dublin, (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) of their class, as well as a full course load as a full time student. a 2018 graduate of Livermore High School, Livermore. Samantha Schwartz of Livermore, (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) Rachel Becker of Pleasanton has been named to the Deans' List/ U.S. Air Force Airman Dries J. Nijenkamp graduated from Explore Center List of Distinguished Students at the University of basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San More than 4,800 undergraduate, graduate, and professional Nebraska-Lincoln for the spring semester of the 2018-19 academic Antonio, Texas. students at the University of Iowa recently participated in gradua- year. Becker, a senior advertising and public relations major, was Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits tion ceremonies including Wesley Estrada of Dublin and Samantha named to the Dean's List for the College of Journalism and Mass toward an associate in applied science degree through the Com- Schwartz of Livermore. Communications munity College of the Air Force. Nijenkamp is the son of Kristin K. Eggers of Pleasanton. He Local students have been named to the President's List at Clemson Hofstra University announced students named to the Spring 2019 is a 2017 graduate of Amador Valley High School, Pleasanton. University for the spring 2019 semester. They are: Dean's List for their outstanding academic achievement. Students Madison P. Duval of Pleasanton, whose major is Language and must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Maria Quincy L. Taylor gradu- International Health make the Dean's List. On the list isCatherine DeGuzman of Dublin ated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Morgan A. Fiske of Pleasanton, whose major is Accounting San Antonio, Texas. Amanda Lynn McKenzie of Pleasanton, whose major is Mar- Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward keting The University of Hartford announced that Eve Schiano of an associate in applied science degree through the Community To be named to the President's List, a student must achieve a Pleasanton has been named to its Dean's List for Spring 2019. r College of the Air Force. 4.0 (all As) grade-point average. Taylor earned distinction as an honor graduate. She is the daughter Lauren Stover of Pleasanton, was named to the Dean's List at of Belinda Robleza of Hayward, Calif., and mother of Ligaya Taylor Kelly Brown, a Business Administration major from Pleasanton, Muhlenberg College for the Spring 2019 semester. Students with of Livermore. The airman is a 2006 graduate of Mount Eden High was named to the Dean's List at Saint Francis University. Brown a term GPA of 3.50 or higher were recognized for this academic School, Hayward, Calif.