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A local resource guide published by the Pleasanton Weekly PLEASANTON | DUBLIN i2010-11 nfo arts & entertainment | calendar | outdoors & recreation | kids’ stuff education | our community | public officials | getting around www.pleasantonweekly.com | www.trivalleyviews.com Tri-Valley Knowledge and Proven Results Contact any one of our agents to learn what sets us apart PLEASANTON—HOPYARD 6111 Johnson Court #110, Pleasanton 925.463.9500 Sophie Aretta Cindy Gee 925-575-1839 925-963-1984 [email protected] Jennifer Branchini Carol Gibbons 925-577-6113 925-819-7653 www.jenniferbranchini.com [email protected] [email protected] www.carolgibbons.com Claudia Colwell Gary & Dorothy Hearn 925-323-5031 925-963-5586 [email protected] www.gdhrealty.com Dan de Geus Julia Korpi 925-699-7955 925-463-6135 [email protected] Kelly Franco Katie Moe 925-200-9979 925-216-9083 [email protected] Sue Fredrickson Norm & Grace Nelson 925-413-1208 925-323-8204 Jan Pegler Andrea & Earl Rozran 925-519-1455 925-858-4198 Gina Piper Rosie Yandell 925-463-6177 925-519-4729 [email protected] [email protected] www.ginapiper.com Sandy Parkins Sally Trautwein 925-336-0216 510-209-2324 [email protected] www.sandyparkins.com RUBY HILL 101 E. Vineyard Avenue #103, Livermore 925.417.2250 Sabrina Bascom Tracey Esling 925-337-0194 925-366-8275 Shane Bohen Robert Gibbons 925.858.0685 925-639-7847 www.rubyhillsales.com www.rubyhillsales.com Janet Cristiano Sandee Utterback 925-249-6837 888-823-8315 [email protected] www.sandeeu.com Debbie Davis Marjorie Wallace 925-918-3093 925-699-1978 California Realty DRE#01157088 INSIDE info PUBLISHER’S NOTE With Pleasanton ranking among the top 100 cities in the U.S. and Dublin a finalist for the 2010 All-America City Awards, we’re pleased to offer Info 2010-11, a resource guide filled with information about these bountiful communities. Despite a sluggish economy over the last two years, both cities have forged ahead with capital improvements, busi- ness and industrial investments and retail sectors that once again are seeing increased sales and profitability. In Pleasanton, the city’s new $10 million downtown Fire- house Arts Center has had sold-out performances and filled art galleries since opening day Sept. 17. Multi-million-dollar projects expected to start in 2011 include a large-scale Life- style Safeway supermarket and adjoining retail complex adja- cent to Bernal Avenue and the I-680 freeway, and an 800-unit retirement and independent care complex called Stoneridge INSIDE INFO Creek and a new auto mall, both on the 124-acre Staples Ranch that will be annexed into Pleasanton in early 2011. Quick reference directory In Dublin, Grafton Station with its large retail segments Some useful numbers for newcomers and oldtimers .............................6 will continue opening in phases in 2011 along with new Calendar of events homes such as those already under construction in the Sor- Street fairs, concerts in the park, and more, month by month ......... 10 rento community to the east and Shaffer Ranch to the west. By the numbers Whole Foods also is expected to open a 50,000-square-foot Facts and stats about the area, including historical dates .................. 15 store just west of the Hacienda Crossings retail center. Public officials Transportation also is getting better, with a new express Information about who runs our public agencies .................................18 toll road just opened in the southbound lanes of I-680 and Education more coming on both the northbound side and I-580. The Public and private schools, elementary through college ...................22 new Dublin-Pleasanton West BART station will open this spring and funds have been appropriated to widen Highway Kids’ stuff 84 from the new Isabel Road interchange at I-580 across Classes, outings and sports — plus preschools ......................................27 Pigeon Pass to its merge with I-680. Look for extensions of Arts & entertainment both Dublin Boulevard east to the city limits and Stoneridge Live music, theaters, galleries and more ...................................................35 Drive to El Charro Road to get under way in late 2011. Outdoors & recreation Whether you’re new in our communities or seasoned From badminton to golfing to tennis to playing in parks ...................45 dwellers, you’ll find the coming months exciting and this Community new Info 2010-11 a ready reference guide to help you enjoy Clubs, support services, service groups and more ................................54 all the amenities we have to offer. Getting around How to get around and where to stay........................................................80 ABOUT THE COVER Creativity is in the air! Patrons of the Firehouse Arts Center enjoy an opening gala Jeb Bing Gina Channell-Allen Sept. 17 to launch the new hub in Pleasanton for theater offerings, art galleries and Publisher, Pleasanton Weekly President, Pleasanton Weekly classroom space — situated in the historic old firehouse near to the heart of down- town. Photo by Dino Vournas. 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(800) 649-7570 (800) 777-0133 www.dmv.ca.gov City of Dublin FILE PHOTO/JANET PELLETIER Libraries Pleasanton’s 30,000-square-foot public library, built in 1988, offers myriad activities 100 Civic Plaza including story times for preschoolers, reading programs for children and teens, and a Dublin 94568 Dublin Public Library Mature Adults Program (M.A.P.) and computer classes for seniors. phone: 833-6650 200 Civic Plaza fax: 833-6651 Dublin 94568 For an emergency: 911 accident, animal cruelty or a lost 828-1315 animal, stolen bike, a noise com- www.ci.dublin.ca.us Call to obtain a business, bike www.aclibrary.org Fire Departments plaint or to join a neighborhood watch program. or dog license, to run for City Mon-Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri. 10 Dublin Fire Department Council, if a tree branch falls in a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fire protection services are Pleasanton Police Department your yard, report a large pothole Sun 1-5 p.m. provided under contract with the 4833 Bernal Ave. or have a city-related concern. 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Police Services for the City of Dublin 94568 Dublin Garbage Service Cable television, digital phone Dublin are performed under con- service and high-speed Internet Weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Satur- Amador Valley Industries: tract with the Alameda County access. days 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (877) 479-9545 Sheriff’s Office. 4465 First St. 828-2689 www.amadorvalleyindustries.com Non-emergency line: 833-6678 Livermore 94551 Refuse collection and curbside Pleasanton Main Office Call non-emergency line to report (800) 945-2288 recycling. 4300 Black Ave. an abandoned vehicle, traffic Pleasanton 94566 6 | Info 2010-11 Weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Elder Abuse Prevention Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Resources 846-3204 Adult Protective Services: Hacienda Branch (866) 225-5277 or 4682 Chabot Dr. (510) 577-3500 Pleasanton 94588 State Attorney General’s Office: Weekdays 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. (800) 952-5225 847-0864 Elder Financial Protection Network: (415) 956-5556 County Recorder Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 1106 Madison St., Room 101 (800) 231-4024 Oakland 94612 Public Guardian’s Office: (510) 272-6363 (510) 577-1900 Call to obtain a birth or death Legal Assistance for Seniors: certificate or a marriage license.