VOLUME XLIX, NUMBER 39 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

More Parking Needed at BART Station Parking was the main is- environment. tive, a diesel multiple unit, Valley.” tions from throughout the sue raised during a hearing The project selected will and an express bus. Livermore Mayor John Valley. He urged BART to to determine what should extend BART service 4.8 Several speakers stated Marchand stated, “I echo the select the most cost effec- be studied in a project level miles east from the busy that approving the sales tax supervisor’s remarks about tive option, one that would environmental impact report Dublin/Pleasanton Station to called for in Measure B1 B1. This is the project EIR. allow money to be spent on for the BART extension to a new station in the vicinity on the November ballot is The next step is construc- rehabilitating the current Find Out What's Livermore. of the Isabel Avenue/I-580 vital to being able to bring tion. We are getting very system. Other issues were the Interchange. BART to Livermore. The close. The more input we Dexter Vizinau, executive Happening impacts on Collier Canyon The extension would in- measure includes $400 mil- receive, the better project we vice president by CyberTran, Road and the need to study corporate a bus to BART lion for the BART extension will have.” asked that the EIR include Check Out Section A options other than those transfer, express bus services to Livermore. Manolo González-Estay innovative technology. He Section A is filled with proposed by BART. linking inter-regional rail Supervisor Scott Hag- policy director for Trans- pointed out that CyberTran information about arts, is part of i-GATE, where a people, entertainment and This is the first EIR to service and priority devel- gerty noted, “For once the Form, a Bay Area advocacy special events. There are address an actual project for opment areas and offsite Tri-Valley is acknowledged group, suggested that the pilot project is being devel- education stories, a variety Livermore. Previous studies parking facilities. in the measure. There are EIR study bus rapid transit. oped. “Using CyberTran, the of features, and the arts and looked at potential routes Alternatives to be studied over $1 billion in projects It would provide connec- area could become a model entertainment and bulletin and their impacts on the include a no build alterna- that would benefit the Tri- tions to current BART sta- for the world when it comes board. (See BART, page 10)

Environmental Long-time Groups Host Independent Candidates Journalist Bob Six candidates are vying Several Dies for two seats on the Dublin Robert Several, who City Council. Hear the can- spent nearly his entire jour- didates describe their views nalism career at The In- on the important environ- dependent, died Sept. 21, mental issues facing Dublin and the Tri-Valley region 2012 at the VA Hospital in next Wednesday, October Martinez. 3rd – 8:00 pm at the Dublin Several had been diag- Heritage Park, Kolb Sunday nosed with pancreatic can- School Barn, 6600 Donlon cer. He was 75. Way, Dublin. Born in Mt. Kisco, N.Y., The session will be mod- Several moved with his par- erated by Carolyn Siegfried, ents, Benjamin and Beatrice, Election Forums Moderator and his younger brother, for Tri-Valley Community Michael, to Southern Cali- Television. It is sponsored fornia. He graduated from by California Native Plant UCLA with a degree in Society East Bay Chapter, history. Friends of the Vineyards, After service in the Army, Greenbelt Alliance, League Several worked for a few of Conservation Voters of the months for a daily newspa- East Bay, Ohlone Audubon per, before he came to The Society, Save Mount Diablo, Independent in time to help and Sierra Club put out its first issue. This Candidates Forum Independent publisher is a free, non-partisan, edu- cational event open to the Joan Seppala stated, "In per- public. The majority of the son, Bob was soft spoken. sponsoring organizations Photo - Doug Jorgensen Behind his typewriter and do not take positions on Families played with bubbles during the first annual "splatter" wine and food festival last Saturday in Dublin. then his computer, he was a candidates. Some of the warrior, passionately fight- sponsoring organizations ing for social justice and the may conduct a candidate environment. When I think endorsement process and of both his compassion and will consider the informa- Livermore School Board Considers his bold, courageous stands, tion presented at the forum I see him as a great leader. In in their deliberations. New Portola Academy Charter Petition his 49 years with the paper, For further information, By Patricia Koning the petition at the Oct. 16 our mutual successes.” demand for LVCS, which he helped to transform the contact Dick Schneider, Si- The Livermore School Board of Education meeting. Portola Academy is pro- has a waiting list of over Valley into a better place erra Club, at richs59354@ Board held a hearing on If denied, TVLC can submit posed as a K-8 charter school 500 students, and to meet to live." aol.com or by phone at 510- Tues., Sept. 17, on a new the petition to the ACBOE at the site of the old Portola the specific needs of the un- He worked to rally resi- 926-0010 (cell). petition for the Portola and SBE. TVLC will also be Elementary School, current- derserved population in the dents around a variety of Academy charter school, submitted the LVCS petition ly the home of the Livermore geographic proximity of the innovative initiatives aimed Local Police submitted by the Tri-Val- for renewal next spring. Valley Charter Preparatory Portola Elementary School at curbing development. ley Learning Corporation “This is a process we High School (LVCP). The site. Students within a one- Because they responded in Take Part in (TVLC) last month. In July, are all familiar with,” said program will be similar to mile radius of the site and support of such measures, the State Board of Education TVLC chief operating of- that of the Livermore Val- students currently attending residents today are able to Drug Drop-Off (SBE) denied the original ficer Bill Batchelor. “How- ley Charter School (LVCS), Junction Avenue K-8 would enjoy open ridge tops, hills Local police departments Portola Academy petition, ever, that doesn’t prescribe with additional support ser- receive a 5:1 preference in and valleys. will partner with the U.S. which was also denied by the same outcome. We want vices including an extended the enrollment lottery. Among the causes, was Department of Justice Drug the Alameda County Board to take a different approach. school day, tutors, and a In the new Portola Acad- We have learned a lot in the learning lab. TVLC operates emy petition, TVLC ad- the effort in 1972 to pass Enforcement Administration of Education (ACBOE) and the Save All Valley Environ- the Livermore School Board last year. Our intention was both LVCS and LVCP. dressed issued raised by (DEA) to host free prescrip- never to divide the commu- According to TVLC, the SBE related to the edu- ment Initiative. Bob sup- tion drug drop-offs in con- earlier in the year. ported initiatives to preserve The trustees will take nity. I hope there will soon Portola Academy was de- cational program, finan- junction with the National be a time when we celebrate veloped in response to high (See CHARTER, page 10) (See BOB SEVERAL, page 9) Take Back Initiative. All of action to approve or deny the drop-offs will take place on Sat., Sept. 29. The Pleasanton Police Pleasanton Department station lobby Six Dublin Candidates will be open from from Planning for 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for Vie for 2 Council Seats residents to drop off unused Dublin will have at least development for Dublin in Bernal Phase II and expired prescription one new councilmember fol- Doolan Canyon. Pleasanton will move drugs. The station is located lowing the November elec- East Bay Regional Park forward with plans to build at 4833 Bernal Avenue (on tion. Six people are running District (EBRPD) has ac- Phase II of the Bernal Park. the back side of the Pleas- for two seats on the Dublin quired land in Doolan Can- Last week, the city coun- anton Public Library). For City council. Kevin Hart has yon, and wants to have a cil directed staff to flesh out (See DROP-OFF, page 5) completed his first term, and park there, and acquire more a funding proposal. The goal is seeking a second. Kasie acreage. Environmentalists will be to have the second Hildenbrand is termed out. in the region do not want phase open to the public by In addition to Hart, the to see development there. the fall of 2015. candidates are Anita Carr, Dublin and Livermore have Phase II is projected to Shawn Costello, Shehu Has- asked LAFCO (llocal agen- cost $15.8 million. Fifteen san, David Haubert and cy formation commission) acres of parkland would be Doreen Wehrenberg. to award them control of the developed. It would include The candidates were canyong by granting them the construction of three all- asked to volunteer informa- sphere of influence designa- weather lighted synthetic tion about themselves and tion. Dublin is considering fields that could be used for what they would bring to the a development proposal soccer, football, rugby or job that no one else would from Pacific Union. Liver- lacrosse; three parking areas bring. more proposes keeping the with 212 total spaces; a food There were questions canyon in open space by concessions building and about whether or not Dublin purchasing the area and giv- restrooms in a central plaza should have an urban growth ing it to EBRPD. LAFCO Photo - Doug Jorgensen area; group picnic area, and RABBIT ADOPTION boundary on its east side (it has directed Livermore and a children’s play area. It will Participants in the Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Racing also include a portion of a My name is Diego. I'm a has one on the west), and Dublin to work out an agree- whether he or she supports (See DUBLIN, page 8) Team cyclocross festivall at Robertson Park run up the bubbly little guy. I love to run stadium steps during one of the laps. (See BERNAL, page 10) and jump. I’m fun to watch zoom around. I'm a good PET OF THE WEEK eater and immaculate with Inside Don't be so suspicious! Unfortunately, black kitties have a bad my litter box. I'm an easy reputation for bringing bad luck into homes. But, that statement bunny. To meet Diego stop is very much so a myth; black cats are not spooky. Often times, by this Saturday, Sept. 29, SECTION A Classifieds...... 10 they are the best cats out there. Not only are they cuddly and from 12-3 pm at the Adoption Art & Entertainment...... 8 Editorial...... 4 very attractive little kitties, they are also usually always the last Event at the Dublin Petco, to find homes in shelters. For more information, call 925-426- 11976 Dublin Blvd. For more Bulletin Board...... 11 Mailbox...... 4 8656 or go online to www.valleyhumane.org or www.facebook. info, call 925-519-1723, or Milestones ...... 12 Roundup...... 3 com/ValleyHumaneSociety to see other adoptable dogs and cats. Valley Humane Society will be closed until the beginning email [email protected]. Short Notes...... 7 Sports...... 6 Visit www.eastbayrabbit. of October due to some unforeseen re-construction. Photo by petfinder.com to see more MAIN SECTION Obituaries...... 9 David Smith

PAGE 2 - The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 Downtown Livermore, Paragon Team Up to Promote the Area

Livermore Downtown There will be a kiosk set Snedecor stated, “My isn’t just a display. It will be DOGS/BICYCLES problems or concerns asso- Inc. and Paragon Outlets up at the Paragon site show- only worry is that our busi- interactive. Shoppers will The council voted to re- ciated with bikes or animals Livermore Valley don’t plan casing the area. nesses and attractions aren’t be able to print an itinerary. scind the ban on non-service at special events. to compete for shoppers. Rachel Snedecor, Liver- going to be ready to take ad- Perhaps they shop in the animals and bicycles at spe- Although the ban was Instead, the two will work in more Downtown Inc. ex- vantage of this opportunity.” morning, taste wine in the cial events. removed, the city reserved cooperation to promote the ecutive director, told the She asked the city to help afternoon and dine in the After consulting with the right to impose restric- outlet and downtown. Livermore City Council organize the effort. downtown in the evening. nearby cities, staff found tions on non-service animals They are inviting the East Monday, “Paragon is not the Paragon is set to open that there were no notable at special events if it proved Bay Regional Park District, typical mall trying to take November 8. The VIP party necessary. Livermore Area Recreation over all of the consumers. will feature a Taste of Liver- and Park District and local The management has of- more, featuring local restau- wineries to become partners fered the opportunity for the rants and wineries. in promoting the amenities downtown to gain exposure Livermore Mayor John available in the area. at the kiosk.” Marchand said that the kiosk

Pleasanton Seeks to Fill Vacancies The City of Pleasanton is ing categories: Commercial tion Improvement Authority currently accepting applica- Services Firm, Commer- (ACTIA) Citizens Advisory tions to fill vacancies on sev- cial Real Estate Developer, Committee-3 Pleasanton eral city commissions and Green Economy/Environ- representatives. committees. Commission mental Industry, Financial Applications are avail- members must be Pleas- Services, Medical Technol- able at the City Clerk’s Of- anton residents of all ages, ogy, and Professional Ser- fice, 123 Main Street, or on with the exception of the vices Firm; the City’s website at www. Economic Vitality Commit- Human Services Com- cityofpleasantonca.gov/pdf/ tee, in which case members mission-1 Alternate Mem- newcommapp.pdf. For ad- must be employed in the city ber; Library Commission-1 ditional information, contact of Pleasanton. Applications Member, 1 Alternate Mem- the Office of the City Clerk must be received no later ber; Youth Commission- at (925) 931-5027. than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Representatives from each Those interested in serv- October 5, 2012. of the following categories: ing on a commission or Interested parties are en- Village High School, Fresh- committee that has no cur- couraged to apply for a man/Sophomore-1 Member, rent vacancies listed, may seat now on the following and Thomas Hart Middle register an interest in future commissions and commit- School, 6th or 7th grade vacancies by contacting the tees: Civic Arts Commis- student-1 member; Youth Office of the City Clerk at sion-2 Members, 1 Alternate Master Plan Oversight Com- (925) 931-5027 or by com- Member; Economic Vitality mittee-1 Middle School Par- pleting an interest card on Committee-1 representative ent Representative; and Al- the website at www.cityof- from each of the follow- ameda County Transporta- pleasantonca.gov. Livermore to Take Public Comment On Draft Climate Action Plan The City of Livermore this document. be considered by the Plan- is holding a public meeting The draft CAP outlines ning Commission in October today, Thursday, Sept. 27, voluntary measures that will and by the City Council in to provide information and reduce greenhouse gas emis- November. answer questions about the sion levels produced within Some emission-reduc- draft Climate Action Plan the City. The reduction goal tion activities included in (CAP) released in early of 15 percent below 2008 the draft CAP are related to August. conditions by 2020 was ad- increasing the use of clean, The meeting will be held opted in the Climate Change renewable energy; making at the Livermore Area Recre- Element of the Livermore transportation choices that ation & Park District, Robert 2025 General Plan. Imple- result in fewer emissions; Livermore Community Cen- mentation of the CAP will recycling and reusing; and ter in the South Ballroom support the statewide effort increasing water conserva- from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The to reduce emissions in Cali- tion efforts. facility is located at 4444 fornia to 1990 levels by 2020 The draft CAP is now East Avenue in Livermore. under Assembly Bill 32, the available at http://www. City staff and consultants California Global Warming cityoflivermore.net/citygov/ will be on hand to answer the Solutions Act. cd/planning/cap/default. public’s questions related to The draft document will asp.

The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 - PAGE 3 Pleasanton Unveils On-line Permit Info Site The City of Pleasanton from any touch-tone phone. San Ramon, CA. The new has unveiled a slate of new “Increasing citizen access Voice Permits telephone sys- Portola Avenue Closure In 2006, NNSA began to develop a plan services that allow the de- to government services is an tem is powered by software Portola Ave will be temporarily closed to transform the nuclear weapons enter- velopment community to important goal for the City from Selectron Technologies from Isabel Ave/Campus Hill Dr, to East prise and to consolidate special nuclear manage Building Permits of Pleasanton, and this new of Tigard, OR. Airway Blvd for 10 calendar days in order material as much as possible. NNSA is- online and by phone for bet- service delivers an easy and For more information to repair the wildlife roadway crossings. sued an environmental analysis in 2008 ter public access to building convenient way for us to about the new online ser- The road will be closed on Tuesday, that allowed for the removal of Category and permitting activities. expand our e-government vices, contact Dennis Cor- September 25th and reopened prior to the I/II special nuclear material items from Using the new Citizen services,” says Brian Dolan, bett of the Building and morning commute of Friday, October 5th. LLNL by the end of FY 2012. The removal Access online portal, citizens Director of the Community Safety Division at 931- Traffic will be temporarily detoured to and consolidation efforts have eliminated and businesses can schedule Development Department. 5304, dcorbett@cityof Isabel Ave and East Airway Blvd. Please high security special nuclear materials inspections, check the status “This also increases the ef- pleasantonca.gov, or visit follow directional signage. from LLNL’s Plutonium Facility, which of a permit or inspection, or ficiency level of city service the City’s new e-permit- For information on the Isabel Ave/ is located in an area known as the “Su- check for property informa- by better maximizing staff ting Citizen Access portal I+580 Interchange improvements, call perblock.” tion directly from the Inter- resources to focus on more at www.pleasantonpermits. Roberto Escobar at (925) 960+4500 or net, 24-hours a day, seven complex applications,” he com. To access the Voice visit the City of Livermore web page at Bank Robber Suspect days a week. A Voice Permits adds. Permits system directly, call www.cityoflivermore.net/citygov/cd/eng/ Pleasanton Police arrested 59 year system allows customers to The new Citizen Access (925) 931-5322. roadwork/default.asp old Royland Rice of Oakland for the schedule, re-schedule, and system is powered by soft- robbery of the Bank of America at 6005 listen to inspection results ware from Accela, Inc. of Debate Asked Stoneridge Drive. The robbery took place 15th Congressoinal District candidate on September 11. During the robbery, Eric Swalwell issued the following press the suspect entered the bank and gave the Transition Information Night for release: teller a threatening note. After receiving Earlier this summer, Congressman an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect Developmental Disabilities Set Pete Stark declared to local reporters that fled in a brown 1970s Ford Ranchero with he would not debate because he would be a white camper shell. In observance of Nation- paratransit, self-advocacy asked “stupid questions.” Last Wednesday, an Officer observed a al Disability Employment support, and information The only non-partisan organization Ford Ranchero matching the description Awareness Month in Octo- on conservatorship, special dedicated to educating citizens on issues of the suspect vehicle used in the bank ber, the City of Pleasanton needs trusts and benefits and “making democracy work” – the Eden robbery. The officer stopped the vehicle will co-sponsor a free Tran- counseling. Area League of Women Voters (LWV) and spoke to the driver, Royland Rice, sition Information Night for To register, please call – has declined to host a debate in Congres- who matched the description of the bank families of Tri-Valley young (925) 931-5367 or email sional District 15. robbery suspect. During the investigation, adults with developmental pdeaton@cityofpleasanton “Voters deserve to hear from Congress- officers discovered evidence connecting disabilities. The event is ca.gov. man Stark and me on the issues that impact Rice with the bank robbery. Rice was scheduled on Wednesday, their lives,” said Eric Swalwell, candidate arrested for 211PC, robbery and booked October 3, 2012 from 6:00 to for Congress in CD-15 and Dublin City at Santa Rita Jail. Rice is currently on 8:30 p.m. at the Pleasanton Councilmember. “The voters expect de- Federal Parole for robbery. Senior Center, 5353 Sunol bates. It’s time to come out of hiding. As Boulevard. a 40-year incumbent, Congressman Stark Stockpile Safety The event is co-sponsored should be prepared to face his constituents Twenty years ago, on September 23, by R.E.A.C.H., the Pleasan- and explain himself. The League of Wom- 1992, the United States conducted its last ton Unified School District en Voters should not give Congressman underground nuclear explosive test. Since WorkAbility program, and Stark a free pass from the time-honored then, the United States has developed the the Alameda County De- tradition of debate and dialogue.” capability to ensure the safety, security, velopmental Disabilities and reliability of its stockpile through Council. Nuclear Materials Removed the use of state-of-the-art technology and Participants can attend The National Nuclear Security Admin- research while maintaining a moratorium an optional free workshop istration (NNSA) has announced that the on nuclear explosive testing. entitled “Ready, Set, Transi- last of the Security Category I/II special Scientists and weapons experts at Los tion!” led by Gina Gourley, nuclear material items that required the Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), who recently retired from a highest level of security at Lawrence Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory 25-year career in special ed- Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) (LLNL), Sandia National Laboratories ucation with the Pleasanton have been removed. (SNL), and the Nevada National Security Unified School District, and The Lab’s primary mission will con- Site (NNSS) have advanced the nation’s has personally experienced tinue ensuring the safety, security and reli- ability to understand the stockpile without the challenges of transi- ability of the nuclear weapons stockpile. nuclear explosive testing through legacy tioning a young adult with This mission will now be performed with a data, new data from non-nuclear experi- disabilities. The workshop small quantity of special nuclear material, ments, supercomputer simulations and is scheduled twice during resulting in annual cost savings for taxpay- modeling, laboratory testing, and data the course of the evening, at ers of approximately $40 million. analysis. 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. NNSA Administrator Thomas Ongoing investments in one-of-a-kind The event will also fea- D’Agostino stated, “Consolidating this facilities at each of the sites have added to ture information tables and tools and techniques available to research- representatives from agen- nuclear material will help save taxpayer ers. For example, the National Ignition dollars, help improve the safety and secu- cies which provide post Facility at LLNL, Z Machine at SNL, high school services such as rity posture at the site, and help align our and the Dual-Axis Radiographic Hydro- enterprise for the coming decades. The independent and supported dynamic Test Facility at LANL allow for living services, social/rec- team at Lawrence Livermore National the re-creation and study of specific phe- Laboratory deserves a lot of credit for reation programs, adult day nomena that would be found in a nuclear programs, transportation/ doing this efficiently and safely.” detonation.

PAGE 4 - The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 EDITORIALS EDITORIAL Initiative in 2002. All of the the initiatives succeeded LARPD: Bob Coomber A Long Lasting Legacy with overwhelming public support. The eloquence Two candidates are running to fill a two year Robert Several, former editor of The Independent, and power of Bob’s editorials and news stories term on the Livermore Area Recreation and Park died last Friday, September 21, 2012. On that very helped to establish Livermore and Pleasanton as District Board (LARPD). day forty-nine years ago, he worked through the night model communities. Growth was focused inward, Bob Coomber was appointed as an interim helping to insert sections of the first edition of The revitalizing the downtowns while saving the ridge board member. City employee Mark Thrailkill is Independent as they rolled off the press. tops and vineyards that surround us. the second candidate. Bob began as a reporter and photographer, and In addition to preserving the beauty of the area, We like Thrailkill. We hope he continues to in the early 1970s, became its editor for more than Bob wanted to raise the quality of life for all citizens. be an active participant in advocating for youth a decade. He later continued as a feature, news and In the 1960s, he penned telling arguments supporting sports groups. editorial writer, and even a cartoonist. He steered fair housing legislation for Livermore. However, of the two, we believe Coomber is The Independent through a critical period, provid- In that era, he wrote stories and editorials about the the best choice. His appointment by fellow board ing leadership on social justice and environmental local War on Poverty campaigns, and drew attention members is a testament to his abilities. themes. He advocated for both with a dagger’s wit to the efforts of emerging minority spokespersons. As a bank employee, Coomber brings solid and an ennobling eloquence that conveyed the pas- Independent reporter Ron McNicoll worked with financial skills that are valuable in dealing with sion that he deeply felt. Bob at The Independent for over 20 years. He wrote budget issues. In 1972, Bob dueled alongside others who were to him before he died, “You truly illustrated the adage 4 Wheel Bob, as he is known as, hasn’t let fighting for the pivotal Save All Valley Environ- that a socially concerned writer should ‘give voice the fact that he is in a wheelchair deter him from ment Initiative, which passed with wide margins in to the voiceless.’ You did so much to give visibility Pleasanton and Livermore. Bob conveyed to the to minority and low-income people. enjoying parks and trails. He has traveled every public the necessity of limiting run-away growth to “Your writing showed more than a sense of justice. trail in Livermore and gained recognition for his preserve the Valley’s air quality and natural lands, It was true compassion for others. Tying it altogether determination to scale mountains. and to relieve its hard hit schools. has been your integrity. You have always been rock- He greets every challenge with a can-do attitude. He advocated for protection of the Sunol Ridge solid in the basic core of your beliefs, and that, too, He serves as an inspiration to others who may have in 1983 and the Pleasanton Ridge in 1993. In 1996, has helped people, and helped the paper.” limited physical abilities, and provides a voice for he fought for the Pleasanton urban growth boundary. We believe that Bob's legacy, the spiritual power them on the board. That was followed in 2000 with the championing of the open lands he protected and the social justice We urge Livermore voters to keep Coomber on of Alameda County’s urban growth boundary, and he fostered, will bless our communities for many the LARPD Board of Directors. subsequently the Livermore Urban Growth Boundary generations. Livermore School Board: David Jonas, Belia Martinez Four candidates are in the running for two seats on the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School Mayors Comment on Local Issues District Board of Trustees. Five local mayors com- Incumbents on the ballot are Church Rogge worked together to achieve aren’t in competition to re- I-680. “Federal funds are and Belia Martinez. David Jonas and former board mented on local issues dur- goals that would have posi- cruit and retain businesses. ing the annual Tri-Valley drying up. The state steals member Thomas McLaughlin are the other two tive impacts on all five cit- The competition is other transportation dollars. We’re Mayor’s Summit held last ies. states and countries. Educa- candidates. Wednesday at the Shan- on our own (to fund future Arnerich commented that tion is the key. Companies projects).” We support David Jonas and Belia Martinez. non Community Center in the cities had found a way locate here because of the Dublin. Each was asked to list Jonas has been a teacher, worked in the informa- to work together. They had excellent school districts. two top priorities. tion technology area for many years and now owns Mayors represented were been able to maintain fairly “We need to help districts Livermore John Marchand, Sbranti said economic a business of his own. Each endeavor has provided stable budgets. with the STEM program development and good trans- Dublin Tim Sbranti, Pleas- Marchand said that i- (science, technology, engi- him with different skills that we believe would anton Jennifer Hosterman, portation. Clarkson focused GATE and Innovation Tri- neering and mathematics). on fiscal responsibility and make him an asset to the board. He understands Danville Newell Arnerich, Valley plus zoning for a The BART was raised. and San Ramon Bill Clark- transparency in government. budgeting, marketing and how to use technology 1600 acre business park Marchand said that there is Hosterman’s top two were effectively. son. in Livermore would bring $400 million in Measure B1 The question and answer economic development and He supports providing options for education. recognition to the area as and $150 million in bridge maintaining the quality of session was conducted in a job center. The idea is to tolls identified to fund the He has said that he would reach out to the charter manner reminiscent of Jeop- life. Marchand favored job take technology developed extension. “We are very creation and transportation school organization to discover ways the district ardy, with mayors selecting at the national laboratories to close to achieving the $850 a category and a monetary improvements. Arnerich list- and the charter school could work together. He market to create businesses million needed to build it.” ed regional cooperation and was the only candidate who talked about a new value. The categories were and jobs. Hosterman said that Mea- field of dreams, law and economic development. program called TEC (Tri-Valley Educational Col- Hosterman said that i- sure B1 is very, very impor- The entire summit is cur- order, show me the money, GATE has reached a point tant to the entire county. In laboration). Jonas said it was created in response and I like to move it move rently airing on Tri-Valley where the area is seeing the the past, the measure has TV 30. It may also be viewed to the fact that kids are opting for careers rather it. No actual money was benefits. “All of us are ex- funded many important proj- involved. via Video on Demand at than college. cited about the prospects.” ects, such as I-580 improve- the Tri-Valley TV website: Martinez was appointed as an interim board In general, responses Clarkson said the cities ments and the HOT lane on touted the fact that the area www.tri-valleytv.org. member to replace Stewart Gary when he was elected to the city council. She has a passion for education that stems from her own struggles to rise out of poverty. She points out that she understands the value and importance of education. Martinez would represent a segment of the popu- (Opinions voiced in let- est, the Stark Campaign Do it soon, or you may for a Wisconsin GM factory lation that is very under-represented, providing a ters published in Mailbox response to my question miss getting the pamphlet closure that began shutting are those of the author and regarding their reasoning for with your sample ballot, down under Bush. Example: voice for the Spanish speaking community. do not necessarily reflect not debating their opponent, detailing issues, or contain- Mitt Romney campaign ad Electing Jonas and Martinez will increase the opinion of The Inde- Eric Swalwell, on the issues ing candidate statements accuses Obama of “gut- the diversity of ideas and backgrounds of those pendent. Letter Policy: The that concern all voters in this of qualifications. It's hard ting” welfare reform (extra making decisions about the future of education Independent will not publish district. It appears to me that enough knowing how to points for racial innuendo) anonymous letters, nor will their claim that they are "out vote even if you have the by granting waivers that in Livermore. We urge Livermore voters to sup- it publish letters without allow flexibility in work port them. talking with voters about the pamphlet, but one votes in names. Abusive letters may real issues" is simply another the blind without it. requirements – waivers re- be rejected or edited. Fre- way to avoid facing and Simply fill out and mail quested by Republican gov- quent letter writers may have answering questions from ernors! [e.g., Republican Measure I: Yes in a postage-paid card to the Utah Gov. Gary Herbert: publication of their letters the voters in this district. Measure I on the November 6 ballot will ask delayed. Letters should be county Registrar of Voters “Some of these (work) par- voters to approve a tax of $28 annually for six submitted by e-mail to edit- Is Stark implying that his or to the Secretary of State ticipation requirements are agenda is markedly differ- in Sacramento. The cards years on parcels in the Chabot-Las Positas Com- [email protected].) difficult and costly to verify, ent from Eric Swalwell's are pre-addressed and are while other participation munity College District. The district needs the on issues such as Medicare widely available in public requirements do not lead money because of budget cuts in state support for Good News, Bad News and Social Security or is this Beverly King offices. to meaningful employment simply his way to avoid the community colleges. Livermore If you don't register and outcomes and are overly tough questioning that he vote, don't complain about Approval is needed from two-thirds of those Good news! 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I read with great inter- Paul Ryan blames Obama (More MAILBOX, page 9) The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 - PAGE 5 National Honor for White DROP-OFF (continued from page one) On Tuesday, the White on the region as a center gional partnership of eleven more information, please not be accepted. nal container or by remov- House welcomed 13 Local of innovation and research local governments, two na- and helped to significantly tional laboratories, universi- call the Pleasanton Police ing the medication from its Innovation Champions of Department at (925) 931- The Livermore Police container and disposing of Change who have commit- increase awareness of the ties, research institutions, Livermore Valley Open and over thirty additional 5100. Department, 1110 S. Liver- it directly into the disposal ted themselves to creating more Avenue, will accept a more open and innovative Campus (LVOC) and two venture capital, angel inves- box. If an original container government through entre- national labs as opportu- tors, economic development, Dublin Police Services drop-offs between 10:00 is submitted, the individual preneurship. nity drivers in supporting a and industry partners. As a will participate from 10 am a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The Liver- should remove any identi- Among them was Rob technology-driven economy State of California desig- - 2 pm, in the Civic Center more Police Department is fying information from the White, the i-GATE Innova- across the entire i-GATE nated Innovation Hub, and parking lot (100 Civic Pla- partnering with the Drug prescription label. All solid region”. part of the iHub network that za). At the free and anony- Enforcement Administra- dosage pharmaceutical prod- tion Hub (iHub) CEO and White stated, “I am City of Livermore Director is included in the Governor’s mous event, Dublin Police tion (DEA) and the City of uct and liquids in consumer humbled and honored to be Office of Business and Eco- Livermore Water Resources of Economic Development. selected as a Champion of Officers will collect tablets, containers may be dropped. He was nominated by Mayor nomic Development (Go- capsules, and all other solid Department. The services Intra-venous solutions, in- Change. From this recogni- BIZ), i-GATE supports the John Marchand for his lead- tion, I hope all local govern- dosage forms of prescription are free and anonymous, no jectibles, and syringes will ership as a co-founder of the growth of new technology medications - no questions questions asked. not be accepted due to ment employees are remind- companies and creation of i-GATE iHub Initiative, a ed that the public sector, asked. Intravenous solutions, Participants may dispose potential hazards posed by broad super-regional partner- jobs in clean energy, green too, can be entrepreneurial, transportation, and high per- injectibles and syringes will of medication in its origi- blood-borne pathogens. ship focused on Lawrence have a positive impact and formance computing. Livermore National Labo- contribution to economic After its first year of op- ratory and Sandia National and business ecosystems, eration, i-GATE has assisted Laboratories/CA as eco- and can create change that 10 client companies that propels our nation’s efforts nomic engines. have created more than 150 White is engaged in re- on the forefront of innova- direct and indirect jobs in searching, assessing, and tion.” the i-GATE region as a re- developing the ecosystem The i-GATE iHub Ini- sult of these efforts. Clients for regional innovation net- tiative has garnered addi- range from fuel cell and works. tional awards over the last battery companies (Kalp- year. In September 2011, Tree Energy) to ultra-light “Over the last 30-months, i-GATE was recognized by the i-GATE efforts have cre- commuter rail (Cybertran the International Economic - automation licensed from ated a proactive, two-way Development Council with link between national labo- Idaho National Laborato- its “Partnership Award for ries) and solid-state energy ratories and entrepreneurs, Regionalism and Cross-Bor- industry, innovation net- harvesters (PowerPrism and der Collaboration.” In April Ultracell). i-GATE has fa- works, venture capital firms, 2012, i-GATE received the universities, business support cilitated numerous academic Alliance for Innovation’s top technology partnerships, in- services, and economic de- national award, the “Thomas velopment resources,” said cluding University of Okla- H. Muehlenbeck Award homa fellows assessing a White. “These have helped for Excellence in Local to accelerate the commer- technology commercializa- Government”. i-GATE was tion strategy this summer cialization of innovative also selected to present at energy technologies and with the LLNL Industrial the conference. In August Partnerships Office and the grow a cohesive innovation 2012, the Federal Labora- ecosystem”. University of California- tory Consortium Far West Davis Graduate School of Todd Park, Assistant to Region recognized i-GATE the President and U.S. Chief Management student team with the “Outstanding Part- working on go-to-market Technology Government nership” Award. Officer, stated, “I am con- plans with one of i-GATE’s The i-GATE/iHub Initia- fuel cell companies. stantly inspired by the hard tive is a public-private re- work of the women and men who serve their country by working in government. Entrepreneurs at the local and state level are leading the way with so many in- novative solutions to some of the most vexing problems facing America today. As I work to make the President’s innovation agenda a reality, I look forward to even more projects such as the ones honored today, so we can truly out innovate the rest of the world.” The recognition included an award ceremony, brief pre- sentations by each awardee, and a panel discussion on the future of local innovation. Mayor Marchand recog- nized White for his work in aiding to “bring a new focus PAGE 6 - The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

nited the Rage girls to rally. First, Katie Murphy broke away from the pack and fired a shot that was deflected by Bay Oaks. On the rebound, Devyn Baldus tipped the ball in to the net for Rage’s tying goal. The remainder of the half resembled a shooting gallery, as Han- nah Gossett, Isabella Clark, Jasmine Erickson and Murphy took shots that tipped the crossbar, hit the side of the net, or were stopped by Bay Oaks’ solid defense. The final score: 1-1. Rage White traveled to a hot and humid Sacramento on Sunday for its final State Cup Seeding Round game. Initially, Capital Athletic Soccer Acad- emy Boca girls claimed home field advantage, scoring the game’s first goal in the 20th minute. This was the only Boca goal allowed, however, as Rage’s first-half goalkeeper, Angelo, took command of her box. Fired up by a half-time pep talk, Rage’s offensive players began to answer back to Boca’s press. Murphy ultimately drove in Fusion U7 featured a match between the Rock Stars the tying goal in the 41st minute, on and Awesome Stars. Goals were scored by Awesome an assist by Hunter Faria. Midfielder Ashley Lopez twice headed the ball Stars players Olivia Lunsford, Nikki Ostien, and assists to move it closer to the Boca box. Rage’s Jessica Stubbs outmaneuvered by Brooke Gale and Sophia Lunsford. Goals by Rock opponents double her size on the right. Stars were scored by Olivia Draghi and Kara Gee with Final score: 1-1. Rage White ’00 leaves the Seeding Round with a strong record assists by Kiara Franklin and Isabella Draghi. of 16 points, including one win and two ties. Seeding Round results determine the team brackets for the second round of State Cup games, to be played in mid-November. The Pleasanton U12 Rage Or- Livermore Fusion Soccer Club Coach Chay Bardales is pictured with his U13 girls ange beat the De Anza Force Blue 2-0 in a Norcal League game at Val Vista on team. They are holding banners from winning the 2012 spring league. Saturday, September 15. The first half was a battle as both teams had chances to score. Rage Orange forwards Karin McCarty, Abby Fried and Maggie Mc- Fusion Coach Bardales Inducted Peak all had close chances. The second half was all Rage. The ball stayed on the De Anza side of the field as the Rage Orange took turns sending shots to Into LA Galaxy Wall of Legends the De Anza goalie. The Rage Orange was finally able to score when Maggie By Patricia Koning Soccer Team for several give these young players the McPeak drilled a shot passed the De Anza goalie. A few minutes later Abby Last Saturday, Isaias years. He was a member perspective of how to make Fried would not be denied as she went “Chay” Bardales Jr. was of the U.S. U20 National it into professional soccer around the De Anza defense to give the Rage Orange its second goal. The inducted into the LA Galaxy Team that qualified for the if that is their dream and Rage Orange defense controlled their Wall of Legends along with 1999 FIFA World Youth to help them become better side of the field to limit any threat De the rest of his teammates Championships. In addition players overall.” Anza had. Holly Judson, Leila Shafi, Casey Cring, Kiera Hegarty, Eknor on the club’s 2002 Major to playing for LA Galaxy, he Ben Graham, director of Kaur and Isabella Huyler all played League Soccer (MLS) win- also played for the Stockton coaching for Fusion SC, says pivotal roles in helping stifle the De Anza offense. Goalie Haley Roundtree ning squad. Chay currently Cougars (Professional Arena that Chay adds depth and deflected a number of shots wide of the coaches the Livermore Fu- Soccer League), San Diego quality to the organization’s goal as she picked up her 3rd shutout of the season. sion Soccer Club (SC) pre- Gauchos (Premier Develop- professional coaching staff. Pleasanton Rage Division 4: mier U10 boys, U13 girls, ment League, and interna- “Livermore Fusion Soccer U6: Dolphins: The girls did a and U13 boys teams. tionally in Puerto Rico and Club has some of the best great job staying with the ball. Top Offensive Players: Emerson Muise “This is shocking but Europe. coaches in the region and - Dolphins Top Defensive Players: awesome,” he says. On Sat- Chay began coaching Chay is a great example of Jessica Tsai - Dolphins U12: XTreme Tigers 0, Orange urday, Chay also participat- youth soccer in the San that. We look for coaches Crush 4: Gracie Ose of the U12 Orange ed in an Alumni Game be- Jose area a few years ago who have played the game at Crush, wearing gray, displays her te- nacity on offense as the Orange Crush Pictured is Kara Kolte of the West Coast Soccer Wave fore Galaxy’s regular game and joined Fusion SC last a high level and also under- continued their winning ways with a 4 against Toronto FC at the year as an assistant coach stand the audience they are – 0 victory over the Xtreme Tigers on U11G as she battles to keep the ball and move it down Home Depot Center in Car- for the premier U10 boys coaching,” he explains. Saturday, Sept. 22 at the Sports Park. The Crush got balance scoring from field. son, Calif. The 2002 team team. Chay also owns All “His experience and Gracie Ose, Mollie McKay, Lindsey was the first Galaxy squad Star Soccer, which has lo- knowledge as a professional Schroeder, and Marissa Fredricks. The defense turned in a strong performance to win the MLS Cup. cations in Sunnyvale and in soccer player is something by Emma Tsztoo, Allison DeFazio, Chay began his soccer Livermore (inside Cabernet not many have in youth and Elisabeth Balicanta. Top Offen- sive Players: Gracie Ose, Lindsey career at the age 5, learning Indoor Sports). coaching. For someone to Schroeder, Marissa Fredricks - Orange from his father who also “I really love coaching. speak firsthand of their path Crush; Top Defensive Players: Jazzy played the sport. He played My office is a soccer field. and learning curve to those Emma Tsztoo, Allison DeFazio, Elisa- beth Balicanta - Orange Crush for San Jose State and was How can you get better than who want to travel down the on the U.S. Men’s National that?” he says. “I want to same path is invaluable.” Livermore Fusion U14B Boys, Fireballs vs. Revolu- passing off to Forward Kara Kolte tion: Both teams played really well. who immediately found the back of the This was a hard game where the net. Reil, and Jordan Goodwin scored Fireballs won 6 to 0. Top players for Fireball offense were Nick Brown with the next two goals of the first half, on 5 goals and Spencer Kramm with 5 as- assists from Savannah Seals and Kolte. sists. Leading the defense were Taylor Goalkeeper Jessica Carlson played a Williamson and Jack Ellsworth. Top great game, allowing one past her and players for Revolution offense were ending the first half 3-1.In the 2nd Stephan Billowitch and Joshua Peeso, half, West Coast managed to squeeze notable for defense were Jared Hubert in three more goals by Kolte (1) and and Samuel Burbach as goalie. Seals (2). Outstanding play by defender U10 Select Girls: Livermore Fu- Jessica Keaney, and an amazing game sion Tigers played Lamorinda United by goalkeeper Allison Jamison ended to a 2-2 tie this past weekend. After with a second half shut out and brought jumping out to a quick 2-0 lead in the West Coast a 6-1 win. first half Lamorinda battled back to tie the game in the second half. The Tigers goals were scored by Ariel Van Buuren and Nina Fillari. Ariel’s goal Pleasanton Rage was unassisted after stealing the ball The Pleasanton Rage Black from the Lamorinda defense. Nina U10 dedicated their game on Sunday Fillari was assisted by an excellent against the Dublin United Firecrackers long distance pass from defense by Gracie Ose of the Pleasanton U12 Orange Crush, to Joselito Gonzaga, the father of goalie Caitlyn Foster. The Tigers will next Kayla Gonzaga who passed away take a break from league play and will wearing gray, displays her tenacity on offense as the unexpectedly this month. Wearing venture to the South Bay to compete blue and white ribbons emblazoned in the Medina Fall Classic. Orange Crush continued their winning ways. with Joselito?s coaching motto: “No U10B Boys Rec, Thunder vs. The 10UB Livermore Smoke softball team took 2nd place at excuses,” the girls came together to Strikers: The Strikers won this hard support each other on a very emotional fought game 6 to 4. Both teams the Capitol Sports tournament held September 8-9 in Davis, day. Kayla made several critical saves made many good blocks and showed Ca. In the first tournament for this newly formed fall ball team, and the girls displayed excellent team- great sportsmanship. Notable on the work and spirit Thunder offense were Rahul Brar every player contributed, ending the two-day test winning 5 The U12 Rage Orange won both and Kengo Suzuki. Top players for out of 6 games. Defensive highlights included outstanding games the weekend of September 22. Thunder defense were Wesley Chiba On Saturday, the Rage Orange met up and Sam Costello. Leading the Striker pitching by Melanie Laronde, with an offensive spark provided with the Walnut Creek Earthquakes at offense were Erick Jaramillo, Jesse by a 2 run homer off the bat of Tatum Hayes. Pictured are the Pleasanton Sports Park. The first Haight and Carter Purl. Notable for the half was a back and forth battle with Striker defense were Luke Ellsworth, (back row, from left) Kylie Roberts, Coach Doug Roberts, neither team able to score. Finally, Ki- Taha Diah and Vidal Ebrado. Olivia Kohndrow, Melanie Laronde, Rebekah Peterson, Coach era Hegarty sent a cross over the middle U8 Boys, Destroyers vs. Strik- which deflected in off an Earthquakes ers: The Destroyers and The Strikers KC Peterson, Tatum Hayes, Coach Steve Pepperdine, (front player. This gave the Rage Orange a 1-0 played an excellent game Saturday. row) Allison Sprugasci, Allison Scher, Izzy Romero, Jordan lead going into half time. The second Jason Krakoski, Cayden Lenning and was similar to the first half with neither Carson Mendoza were terrific moving Beakey, Brilynn Pickerill, Katlyn Woolley, Hannah Whitelock. team able to break through the defense the ball for the Destroyers. For the Not pictured Coach Eric Scher and Coach Brian Kohndrow. of the other team. The Rage defense led Strikers, Dylan Ison had an outstanding by Holly Judson, Leila Shafi, Kasey game on defense and Dylan Kehn con- Cring, Keira Hegarty and Eknoor Kaur tinued with great shooting and scored kept the Earthquakes from scoring. a great goal in the first half. This gave goalie Haley Roundtree her Fusion U7 Girls, Rock Stars vs. third shutout of the season as the Rage Awesome Stars: Rock Stars standouts: Orange won 1-0. The win raises the Audrey Belmessieri, Katy Canaan, Rage Orange record to 2-1 in Norcal Isabella Draghi, Olivia Draghi, Kiara league play. Franklin, Kara Gee, Terra Kubiak, The following day the Rage Or- Ariana Reyes, Marina Rivera. Awe- ange met up with the Bay Oaks Bears some Stars standouts: Melodei Bras- Blue in a Norcal State Cup play. This sart, Veronica Fenner, Brooke Gale, game was all Rage Orange. Delaney Tessa Jesberg, Sophia Lunsford, Olivia Soble got the Rage Orange on the Lunsford, Nikki Ostien. Goals by Awe- board first by blasting in a shot from some Stars players Olivia Lunsford, 20 yards. This was followed up min- Nikki Ostien, and assists by Brooke utes later by Maggie McPeak drilling Gale and Sophia Lunsford. Goals by a 20 yarder of her own to bring the Rock Stars players Olivia Draghi and score to 2-0. Isabella Huyler then got Kara Gee with assists by Kiara Franklin in on the scoring action by knocking and Isabella Draghi. in a cross from McPeak. Midfielder Fusion U6 Girls, Tough Cookies Jordon Mello of Saints breaking tackle of Packer in Sarah Mirr took care of the next two vs. Rocket Rainbow: It was a great day goals by twice dribbling in through for soccer Saturday when the Rocket Livermore Junior Football League action. the middle of the Bay Oaks defense to Rainbows took on the Tough Cookies. give the Rage Orange a 5-0 halftime Rocket Rainbow Gabi Lujan proved Salinas FC was content to allow Christensen, and Daniel Ferguson saw lead. The Rage Orange didn’t let up her skills on the field assisting Bri more of the ball and combined with in the second half. Lilly Fehrmann Ballistic to possess the ball for long Canning in a goal. The Tough cookies stretches of the match, including 12 outside wing backs Kyle McClana- scored and Mirr, Huyler and Soble played a great game proving just how each tallied another goal to give the consecutive passes immediately after han, Ryan Murray, Chris Machi, and tough they really are. Jacob Dremalas to pump dangerous Rage Orange a 9-0 shutout. Goalies U6 Boys: Ninjas vs Fire Ninjas: A the kickoff. Haley Roundtree and Karin McCarty great team effort by the Ninjas. Tyler Striker Blake Tucker had the best balls early and often into the Salinas combined for the shutout. Franchi and Preston Timmons were of- chance to score in the first half but penalty area. Pleasanton Rage White U-12 fensive standouts, while Michael Boyd his shot was deflected off the cross The results of the crosses was a girls fearlessly faced down two highly made several key defensive plays. bar by the Salinas FC keeper. In the plethora of 2nd half chances after only physical teams this weekend. second half Ballistic improved their 5 shots in the first half. Finally in the On Saturday at the former Alam- effort and tactical execution. Wingers 52nd minute Ballistic broke the 0-0 tie eda Naval base, Rage met Bay Oaks Bryce Taylor, Jason Campbell, Sam on a play that started with goal keeper Bear Blue G’00, who dominated the Pleasanton Ballistic West Coast U10 Fury continued winning with a 5-1 win over first-half without let up on the Rage Ballistic United under 14 Pre- Bay Oaks. Playing at home in Livermore, the Fury jumped defensive unit of Steffanie Angelo mier 99 team hosted a National Pre- (goalie), Regan Mah, Emma Monsen, mier League match against Monterey out to a quick lead with a nicely played backdoor goal from Zoe Moura and Julianna Pereira. After County Futbol United Salinas FC Madeline Allum assisted by Kourtney Kessler. Two more Bay Oaks scored in the 16th minute, Saturday afternoon at the Pleasanton Rage defenders shut them down. In the Sports Park. goals for the Fury quickly followed giving the girls a 3-0 lead 40th minute, Bay Oaks took a penalty The visitors frustrating but highly going into halftime. Forward Kalena Brongield netted two kick that was stopped by Rage goalie effective low pressure compact de- Cierra Lofthouse-Wolf. This save ig- fensive style completely frustrated addtional goals in the second half to claim her first hat trick of Ballistic throughout the opening half. the season. The West Coast Fury are 3-0 and in league play. Pictured is West Coast Fury forward Madeline Allum beating the Bay Oaks goal keeper for her second goal of the game.

Kaila Vasconez, and Caitlyn Garison West Coast Soccer led to 15 shots on goal. Vasconez, and West Coast Soccer Wave U11G Seals both found the back of the net played an incredible first NorCal State in the second half. Defenders Jordan Cup Seeding game recently in Brent- Goodwin, and Allison Jamison fought wood against Impact. Goalkeeper hard, allowing the Impact to take Eliana Eme played a strong game as a total of three shots on goal in the did defenders Jordan Goodwin, and second half. Jessa Lyons. Savannah Seals scored The West Coast Wave continued the first two goals (one on an assist its dominance the following Sundays from Kara Kolte), and then Monique against Piedmont Soccer Club. The Reil scored the third goal. Aggressive game started with midfielder Monique play on offense from Jillian Collom, Reil taking the ball down the field, The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 - PAGE 7

Tommy Kramer. Kramer started a fine 3rd all-around. Deanna Chang placed buildup after receiving a through ball 2nd on beam. which he played to center back Jimmy Level 5: Younger- Amelia Liao Thompson. Thompson then played a 1 placed 3rd on bars. Megan Brennan touch ball wide to left wing back Ryan place 2nd on bars and beam and Murray. Murray, Tucker, Jared Wil- she placed 3rd all-around. Middle son, McClanahan, and Jason Campbell A- Allison Reilly place 3rd on beam. all had touches before Tucker finished at near post for the 1-0 lead. Lauren Swenson-Lennox Placed 1st Monterey picked up the pace. on vault, bars, beam and all-around. Center Backs Imran Matin kept his Middle B- Audrey Ong placed 1st on back line organized as they were bars. Kamryn O’Reilly placed 3rd on called upon to thwart several Salinas beam and 3rd all-around. 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With the session at Valley Inline Hockey in Striker Blake Tucker fired the They held the 49ers to 13 points. to 0-3 on the season, a defense which final minutes ticking away the Saints The age group level is 8 to18 years of Livermore. Skates are needed. No hosts into the lead after only 4 minutes Dennis Derham was all over the field had been overmatched in its first two drove the ball down to the Packers 15 age boys and girls. For more questions experience necessary. Ages divisions 6 taking a deep ball played behind the on defense, laying 2 huge hits, one of games turned in their best effort of yard line where Saints QB Nicholas about training session times, and sites, & under (Mites), 8 and under (Squirts), Salinas back line by Kyle McClanahan. them for a loss near the end of the game the season. Pinned back by penalties Grant threw a perfect swing pass to contact Coach Rik Richardson at 925- to assure that the 49ers didn’t come 9-12 (PeeWee), 13-16 (Bantam) for Tucker easily finished from 18 yards. and an early interception, the Giants Jordan Mello. Mello caught the ball 518-9356. E-mail at atheniantrack@ boys and girls. Signups at the rink In the 27th minute midfielder Imran back. He also had 2 runs on offense. found themselves in a hole they could and then made two quick moves that hotmail.com or atheniantrack@ The 49ers tried 2 passing plays and Saturday, October 13th 10am-1pm. Matin finished a cross from 7 yards not climb out of. The Giant defense froze the Packer defenders and allowed comcast.net. The rink is located behind Junction pushing the score to 2-0. The goal they were both broken up by Grant settled in and held the Steelers out of him to get into the endzone untouched. Gomes. Grant was also involved in at the end zone after the early onslaught. That concluded the scoring with the Ave Middle School. in Livermore was setup by an excellent passing with parking off Ladd Ave. For more sequence with Kyle McClanahan. least 4 of the teams tackles. All in all Ruzzel Yee led the defensive effort final tally being Packers 33 and the this was a huge team win. Everyone Diablo Challenge details call 925-443-1500. Shortly after the Matin goal winger with six tackles and a sack while Gar- Saints 12. Save Mount Diablo’s 31st Mount Jason Campbell was taken down in had each others backs and it really rett West added five tackles on the day. showed on the field. Other defensive standouts included Diablo Challenge will be held on Oct. the box and then finished his penalty 7. The Mount Diablo Challenge is an kick with a sharply hit shot. The Niners played a great game Ryan Galletta, Christian Lopez and Girls Softball and fought hard until the very end. 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Incentives then beat the rest of the defenders to settled in and began another solid day Flagpole” on Veterans Day weekend, 8-9, 2012, for all players in grades 3-8. the ball for their only goal. Hill capped the scoring drive with a 6 of hard-nosed defensive play. Unable will be given based on donations in ad- yard touchdown run to trim the Texans Saturday, November 10, 2012. This dition to the registration fee. Proceeds No prior experience required. Exact Ryan Murray and Jacob Dremalas to score on their first possession the year’s event offers several new runs. times and location are to be determined had wonderful games at the wing back lead to 28-13. The Niner defense had Saints turned the ball over on downs benefit Save Mount Diablo. several impressive defensive stops In addition to the one-mile fun run Riders of all ages are welcome and will be published on the PGSL spots. Both players were buzzing up and the Packers offense went right to there will be a 5K run/walk, 10K run website (www.pleasantonsoftball. and down the flank supporting the at- in the fourth quarter as impressive work. Behind the strong run blocking and can compete on any type of non- tackles were made by Julian Quigley and the excellent pass protection of and a half marathon. motorized cycle, including tandems, org). Remember to register by Decem- tack, knocking crosses into the box, and All race proceeds support the ber 1, 2012 to avoid the late fee. shutting down opposing attacks. and Todd Beatty. center Chris Howard and tackles Con- unicycles and hand powered vehicles. Intermediate Division: Ravens Livermore-Granada Boosters scholar- All cyclists should be in position in BUSC U11 Elite 2 defeated Alli- ner Nevin, Eric Azevedo and guards ship program. ance FC Diablos 3 to 0. Every Ballistic 20, Bears 6: In a total team effort, the Austin Fugate and Sam Guasch the their assigned wave when the starting Ravens beat the Bears 20-6 to improve Race-day registration begins at gun is fired at 8:30am. Mount Diablo played a great game. Michael O’Brien, Packers marched down into Saints 7 a.m. at Independence Park, 2798 exhibited great hustle in scoring two their record to 3-0. The Ravens defense territory. Quarterback Ben Kerling State Park will be closed to all outside had a great game. Zac MacDonald had Holmes Street in Livermore. The 5K, traffic for the duration of the event and goals. Sander Head played an awe- then delivered a perfect strike to 10K and half marathon races start at some match in goal, saving multiple an awesome defensive game with two Scott Plantenga for a 40 yard run to cyclists will be assisted by State Park fumble recoveries in the game and 5 pay dirt. Cornerbacks Ryan Nunes 9:00 am. The one-mile fun run begins escorts during the descent. Cyclists can goals from our opponents. tackles. Nate Wilson held the Bears at 11:00 am. Pre-registration entry and Michael Butterfield, as well as register at SaveMountDiablo.org. offense with 3 sacks and 10 tackles. safety Hunter Burke and linebackers fees for the 5K and 10K are $30 per WCOGA Gymnastics Other top defensive players who had Ronnie Hahlbeck and Blake Downey, runner and $25 for each runner in a key tackles were Tyler Lewis, Dominic led another excellent defensive stand. family of four. Half marathon entry On September 16, the West Coast Shepard, and Michael Trafton. The fees are $40 per runner and $35 for Fundraising for Sports Olympic Gymnastics Academy com- Scott Plantenga finally tore off a long Livermore High School baseball offense was led by Malini Tia who ran touchdown run that was followed up each runner in a family of four. The pulsory gymnasts competed in the for at least 165 yards that included a one-mile fun run entry fee is $10. On and basketball are hosting a Bowling shortly thereafter by an even longer Tournament to raise money for their Pink Meet Invitational at Bay Aerials 55 yard run. In the first half, QB Kaine touchdown run by fellow Packer team- race day, all registration entry fees will in Fremont. Montez scored the 1st touchdown with mate Russell Stevenson. Not giving in be an additional $5. Each race will be programs. The “Gator Bowl” is on Standout performances include: a 2 yard sneak. Zac MacDonald pow- the Saints fought back and took the divided into age divisions. November 10th from 6:30-8:30 at Level 4 Younger- McKenzie Meyn ered through for the 2 point conver- ensuing kickoff all the way back for Every race participant receives Granada Bowl. The cost is $15 per placed first on Beam, 2nd place on sion. The Bears then scored a TD but a touchdown of their own and the half a commemorative T-shirt and is pro- person. There will be a raffle at the floor and 3rd all-around. Middle- couldn’t finish the 2 point conversion. ended with a score of 20-6 in favor of vided with post race refreshments. end with a grand prize of a set of tires Naomi Evans placed 3rd on floor and Tia got the momentum back for the the Packers. For more information, for sponsor- from Big O Tires. Ravens with a 37 yard TD reception. ship opportunities, or to register, visit PAGE 8 - The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 DUBLIN has two grown children, (continued from page one) and attended Dublin public ment about the sphere of be housing instead. to Livermore.” doing OK, not a bad job, but the applicant for annexation, schools. She works for a influence. It has not come On Measure B1, “in this Everything that Hart vot- we can do better.” so Tong’s donations are not health care organization in back to LAFCO. economic environment, I’d ed on in the past four years Hassan said he will bring germane in this example, construction management of If Dublin were to plan the say no. I would like to see already had been allocated a fresh voice and new ideas. said Haubert. new medical office buildings area, the question of dona- BART go to Livermore. I’m by previous councils, said “I see it from a different If Haubert were not elect- and hospitals. She earned tions to candidates came up. not sure I’m interested in Hart. “It would not hurt perspective. I ran a business, ed to the council, there is a a degree in business man- Pacific Union said it wants to developing the Iron Horse my feelings if we stopped but I’m looking in from the $500 contribution limit for agement from St. Mary’s build 1900 units of a senior Trail right now (B1 would cutting into those hillsides. outside. Most in Dublin are the election from an indi- College. development in the canyon. have money in it for that). Those hills are beautiful. I a part of its system.” vidual or entity. Voting in Wehrenberg has served The Lin family, with Charter It could be a future project. wouldn’t call my self slow- Asked about a UGB, such a situation “would still on the planning commission growth, but managed, smart Hassan said we have to look be legal, and not a conflict of for the past eight years, and Properties as the developer, It’s not a good time to add growth.” for what we can do now. interest,” said Haubert. owns acreage adjacent to more taxes.” will be termed out. As a On the senior develop- “We can’t have developers Asked whether it would planning commissioner, she the west. Dublin’s needs right now ment that Pacific Union running the show. They have be a moral conflict of inter- Candidates were asked are jobs, job security and brings experience in making wants to build in Doolan to work with us.” est, Haubert said, “Abso- land use decisions. whether they have received affordable housing, and any Canyon, Hart said, “Concep- On Doolan Canyon de- lutely not. I accept a broad donations from Pacific assistance we can give to tually I like the idea of up- velopment, Hassan said, “I base of support for me. No Wehrenberg said that she Union or Charter Properties, foreclosure victims, a hid- scale retirement community. am always suspicious when one contributor contributes has worked on sustainable and whether they thought den, silent epidemic.” Peo- But where do you put it? there is some developer be- more than a small percent- building, quality design and that would be a moral, if not ple don’t realize how many “Doolan is one potential hind it. Controlled growth age of campaign funds. No on preservation of parks land a legal, conflict of interest. people on their own street prospect. It needs to be is important. It may not be one donor will make or and of parks, and hiking and They were asked what are affected by foreclosure. evaluated by Dublin and the best idea now. I want break my fund.” bike trails. they envision for the future Carr said she is endorsed Livermore. In the Tri-Valley senior housing. I’ll take a Haubert said he has raised Asked about favoring a of parks and recreation and by the Republican Party of consideration, the only place look at it.” $1000 for the campaign in UGB for the east side, Weh- for the Dublin downtown Alameda County. people can go (for that kind There may be more need the most recent activity, and renberg said it’s an interest- plan, and also whether they of community) is Rossmoor for parks and recreation, transferred $20,000 from ing question. She would were satisfied with the over- SHAWN COSTELLO (in Walnut Creek).” with more housing coming his Assembly campaign have to evaluate the idea. To all density of the city. Shawn Costello wants Told that Pleasanton has in. “We need to be able to committee. He pulled out of do so, she would like more There was a question people to know that he is an a planned senior community, meet those needs. We don’t that race against Assembly- information regarding what about whether they support honest candidate. “I don’t go Hart said that it is under have enough bike lanes. It’s woman Joan Buchanan. Re- the process involves. construction. very important,” said Has- publican Al Phillips became It’s premature to talk Measure B1, the county for any mudslinging, I don’t It might be possible to san, who counts himself the nominee in the June pri- transportation tax on the put people down for their about supporting develop- have some kind of retire- among Dublin’s cyclists. mary to face Buchanan. ment for Doolan Canyon, November ballot. campaigns. We have a fair ment community, and con- As for paying for more Haubert would oppose They were also asked shake at everything.” until we understand what all nect our parks, link them, recreation use, “we have a any “wall-to-wall condos the issues are. Discussions about what they believe is “As a disabled person, and have a boundary in an lot of companies here. We between Dublin and Liver- needed in Dublin’s future. I think everyone should urban area. He also said can form a private-public more. “We have to have a are continuing with Liver- Candidates were asked have the right to run for that the Dublin senior com- partnership.” buffer zone.” more. “I”m aware of the to name up to five endors- office, if they choose to do munity, if built, would be a Important considerations On Dublin parks, it’s senior housing (proposed) ers, if they wished. They so.” Costello is 52 years year or two away. for the downtown plan will important to have commu- there. I want to find out more were offered the chance to old, moved to Dublin when “I am required to listen to be its character, and its link- nity input in planning them. about the area. talk about any topics that he was 21, and has run for all sides. I’m open. I don’t age of east and west areas of Dublin has done a good job “I’m in support of open were not covered in the either mayor or city council say absolutely not. It may the city. of bringing in new things, space as well. We need to questions. nine previous times. be a reduction, or scaled up On density, Dublin needs such as movies in the park, a work with EBRPD, to con- Candidates appear in al- Costello said that he or down.” to grow, in a controlled farmers market, and concerts nect our trails.” phabetical order. brings to the election contest Hart said he had not way. in the park. On parks, the city’s bud- “a knowledge of what the heard that Charter Proper- Hassan supports Measure In paying for amenities, get plan is to finish a swim ANITA CARR city really needs. I’m hitting ties owned land on the west B1, based on what he knows “fiscal conservativeness center in Emerald Glen Anita Carr is a retired ex- the pavement. I know where edge of Doolan Canyon. about it. “But in the general and pay-as-you-go is im- Park.There was significant ecutive in information tech- a lot of the problems are. I’m Hart said he has not taken trend, I would look closely at portant.” development of Shannon money from Charter Prop- anything to do with spending The city’s downtown Community Center and the nology field with Fortune bringing my years of college erties, but “Jim Tong has taxes.” plan is a top 3 priority for 500 experience. She also has knowledge and willingness historical park. contributed. I didn’t know Haubert. He likes a market- Wehrenberg has worked public sector experience, by to fight for a city.” he was with Charter.” DAVID HAUBERT driven approach. He does virtue of her service on the Asked about a UGB on on the downtown plan for Hart said he had only David Haubert is 45, “the not support the move to the past couple of years as a Heritage and Cultural Arts the east side, Costello said, “peripheral discussions” father of three children, and kill commercial and build Commission, which she has “I think we should leave with the “rest home devel- residential in the Promenade planning commissioner. “We married to the same wife for worked on the west side, and chaired in the past. She is a everything as is, and don’t oper.” 20 years.” He has lived in development, but he favors fiber artist. grow anymore, because “I’m the kind of guy that seeing more data. West Dublin BART anchors Dublin for 12 years, is serv- it. More housing can be built Carr served as an officer we are taking away from if you contributed to my ing on the school board for High density at the transit in the Dublin San Ramon wildlife, and trying to grow campaign, if it smells, I’ll center makes sense. “How- there. We want to work on tell you it smells. I’ll say the 10th year, and works for ever, I believe we’ve reached entertainment, maybe a ho- Women’s Club, and is state where we don’t need to IBM business and consult- arts chairman for the orga- grow. We are adding more that,” said Hart. our limit on density. I think tel. Development is on the On park and recreation’s ing sales. He has an MBA Dublin has done more than right track there.” nization, which consists of traffic on traffic when we in finance. 13,000 volunteers in Cali- grow.” future, Hart said, “During its fair share of providing The overall density of my my tenure alone, we Haubert said he has a high density housing.” the city “has been on the fornia. Costello said “absolutely proven record of success, Carr graduated with a not,” when asked whether he redid the Shannon Center Haubert said Dublin has right track.” The city has a building, opened Fallon and cited the school district’s too many condos and needs population of 45,000 people. bachelor’s degree from Uni- supports development for improvement annually over versity of Nevada Reno. She Doolan Canyon. He added sports park and expanded to look into other housing It is planned for 60,000 and it, opened the history park, the past eight years in test types. He named mixed use, commensurate services at was studying in graduate that he did not know where and two smaller parks on the scores. School trustees hold with its blend of residential school, but was hired away it was. schools and library. “I think east side.” the superintendent respon- and commercial, as an ex- the city has been done very by IBM. She received a spe- Dublin also needs more Parks are great to have, sible for the district’s per- ample. cial recognition certificate recreation areas. That would well. I am pleased with the but you have to balance it formance. Haubert supports Mea- results in what I’ve been in 2008 from Congressman help create jobs. out, because they cost mon- Haubert asked a reporter sure B1. He is concerned Jerry McNerney. As for the future of the involved with.” ey to maintain. “I think we whether a UGB has been that the tax is in perpetuity. Wehrenberg supports Carr said her unique downtown plan, Costello are doing well overall.” proposed on the east side. “We have to extend BART contribution to the council would like to see “smaller On the downtown plan, to Livermore, and have to Measure B1. “It’s there for “We have to have a work- transportation improve- would be the capability to shops rather than bigger Hart said that the city ing plan, something defined prepare for infrastructure. develop relationships with ones. I would like to see changed parking restric- We can’t do it under the cur- ments. It was passed in 1986 on paper, to have agreement rent tax scheme.” and 2000. Another reason high tech companies, no- more pedestrian-friendly tions to facilitate growth where possible. It sounds tably those in the Fortune areas, and more wheelchair downtown, and attract more Dublin needs to invest to support it is bicycle and restaurants around Amador like a UGB fits the bill.” continuously in schools and pedestrian trails. I think it 500 category. “I’m a good access everywhere. When Asked about whether he negotiator, an idea person, it’s accessible to me, it’s Parkway and Village Plaza. the city. “The strength of the will help pay for the connec- Hart said, “I am not a fan supports development in city and schools are linked. tion (on the Iron Horse Trail) and creative,” she said. accessible for everyone, in- Doolan Canyon, Haubert Carr said she supports cluding cyclists or strollers. of high density. The only Also, bringing business to under the freeway. As a bike high density area I will vote said, “It seems to me to be Dublin is the No. 1 prior- rider, I love that.” an urban growth boundary Commenting on the city’s worth investigating. I don’t (UGB) in east Dublin. How- overall density, Costello for is the transit area. I want ity.” Projects for seniors and In Dublin’s future, Weh- single-family homes, with know enough to be for or day care and pre-schools are renberg would like to see ever, she said she supports said it “has always been my against. I am interested to development in Doolan Can- feeling we were fine at the medium density at most. I needed, too. something unique near the want to spread things out.” know what would be ap- Endorsers named by Hau- West Dublin BART station yon, “with qualifications. current densities.” Hart supports Measure propriate.” bert are former mayors Janet One is to wait and see what Costello supports Mea- Haubert said that he sits to attract business. Perhaps a B1. The Alameda County Lockhart, Pete Snyder and night attraction, even some- the EIR says. There are sure B1. “Absolutely. I am Transportation Commis- on LAFCO as the alterna- Guy Houston. “I’m the only endangered species over a part of that. I am on the tive for the appointed public thing like Yoshi’s (jazz club). sion is spending the dollars one to have all three.” He It’s something we don’t have there.” board of the Paratransit wisely, building roads and member. He does not vote, also is endorsed by supervi- The second qualification Advisor Committee, which putting money into infra- unless the regular appoin- sors Nate Miley and Scott at all. You could hear differ- would be that “if Dublin meets in Oakland every structure. tee for the public, Sblen Haggerty. ent genres of music there.” annexes the land, and none month.” For Dublin’s future, Hart Sblendorio of Livermore, Wehrenberg is endorsed by the entire planning com- goes to Livermore, I would As to Dublin’s future, wants to see property val- is not present. If elected to DOREEN the council, “I would have to mission, councilmembers expect there to be a 10 per- the city needs more people ues go up to produce more WEHRENBERG cent to 20 percent buffer to take an interest in it, and revenue, so there will be leave the position.” Kevin Hart and Don Biddle, more revenue for veterans “I do know a little about Doreen Wehrenberg has and former mayor Janet zone between the two cit- “fight the good fight.” been married for 33 years, ies.” She would like to see a Costello said that his housing, senior housing, the facts (about Doolan Lockhart. cap of 50 percent develop- nomination papers were and the redevelopment of Canyon). Development of ment in the area, with the signed by Mayor Tim Sbran- downtown. some kind is planned there. Hart said that his endors- I sat in on a hearing, but rest open space. ti, and councilmembers Don didn’t vote about whether to Jeans & Jewels: Getups Optional Carr said that she has Biddle and Eric Swalwell. ers include supervisors Scott Haggerty and Nate Miley, even consider that. The cities Do you wear jeans, rhine- adventure (from Mitch-Stu- received no donations from were asked to come together KEVIN HART the county deputy sheriff’s stone cowboy boots and a art Inc.), two nights for 3 would-be developers in or association, and the county with a plan.” He said he has flapper hat? Do finger curls couples in the Climbing near Doolan Canyon. Incumbent Kevin Hart fire department. He said he not seen any plan for the and pin them with jeweled Rose cottage with winery On parks and recreation, retired in January as a divi- doesn’t want to owe anyone, would-be development. bobby pins? It’s a fashion passes (from the Triska’s), Dublin has good require- sion commander from the and would not seek endorse- Haubert said he has not period piece dilemma, but or a Mello Cielo bus tour ments in place for public art Alameda County Sheriff’s ments. He noted the endors- taken contributions from it shouldn’t stop you from and gourmet picnic for 12 and other amenities, such as Department after 31 years of ers listed here are primarily Pacific Union or Charter coming out for a great time, (courtesy Beets Hospitality), the amount of land develop- service. He works as a police from outside the city. Properties. However, James regardless of what you end among other items. ers must set aside for parks. consultant. Tong of Charter Proper- up donning for the occa- Jeans & Jewels Goes On the downtown plan, Hart is the father of sev- SHEHU HASSAN ties “has contributed small sion. Gataby will be held Oct. 4 there have been vacant en children and has two Shehu Hassan said that amounts of money in school Whatever your attire, at Casa Real at Ruby Hill buildings for years. More grandchildren. He earned a it would be important for board races. We’re not talk- bring your paddle-waving Winery, 410 Vineyard Ave., master’s in leadership from him to serve. He ran for the ing more than reasonable arm and get ready to bid on Pleasanton. Festivities begin can be done to stimulate St. Mary’s College, and a new businesses there. “The Sunnyvale school board in limits, $250.” some great stuff in support of at 6 p.m. This is a fund-rais- bachelor’s degree in crimi- 1995, and lost. He organized The limit on school board the TVC fundraiser, includ- ing event for the Tri-Valley council did work on park- nal justice from Cal State ing restrictions on Village a project to install computers campaign contributions ing: a week at South Lake Conservancy. Tickets may Eastbay. in all of the school rooms, is much higher than $250, Tahoe in a ski slope-acces- be purchased at www-trival- Parkway. We’ll see if that’s Hart has lived in Dublin said Haubert. He also said beneficial or not.” A tax which he said showed fore- sible cabin (courtesy of the leyconservancy.org or call since he was 10 years old. sight on his part, though the that as an appointed LAFCO Perry’s), an African Safari 449-8706 incentive might prompt mer- “I know the community. I official, he could take contri- chants to do something. school board was skeptical have watched it age over about having them then. butions up to $250. Carr lives on the city’s the years, so I have a good He was also on the board On LAFCO, anyone with west side. She has not heard understanding of historical of the Holy Family Day business before its board about any problems with background.” Home in San Francisco, would be prohibited from density, or heard any com- Hart cited his experience which has been providing voting on the item if the plaints on the east side. in public safety as a unique support for children for more applicant were a donor at However, people on the feature that he brings to the than 100 years. sometime during the previ- east side are upset that they council. Hassan has lived in Dub- ous 12 months, said Hau- were promised a high-end About a UGB for the east lin for nine years. bert. shopping center, which will side, Hart said it’s “not a bad He said he is running But Pacific Union, not idea to explore. We want to because the “city council is Charter Properties, has been go east. We don’t want to go The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 - PAGE 9 BOB SEVERAL (continued from page one) Pleasanton Ridge starting in (continued from page 4) tion Rights Action League, Association or IC Network. 1993, as well as projects on school district continues to appeared. She gave a no- Sunol Ridge. All the devel- move forward. holds barred spirited speech Support Brown, Thorne opments on sensitive lands We truly appreciate the setting forth the extreme Steve Brozosky were blocked. community’s continued sup- pro-choice dogma accord- Pleasanton ing no rights whatever, no Today Pleasanton, port and confidence in our Karla Brown for City Livermore and Alameda mater how later term, to the leadership. Four years ago, fetus. Obviously, the Party Council and Jerry Thorne County have urban growth you entrusted us to be stew- for Mayor are the two best boundaries. The ongoing leaders were unconcerned ards of the school district's about alienating the pro-life candidates to represent us. pressure to develop North policies, budget, and what Both do not support Mea- Livermore led to Measure Democrats. One would think matters most –the future of that the leaders would try to sure B1, the county-wide D, which created the county transportation sales tax, be- urban growth boundary. our children. We pledge to avoid such a position. Is this continue to represent the sheer stupidity or what? cause it would become a per- Bob fought development in manent tax, becoming a tax North Livermore, including community with integrity I consider myself pro- and honesty. Please feel free life, but do believe that burden we would pass on to stopping a proposed new our grandchildren and great- town dubbed "Geldertown." to contact us at any time. pregnant women who, for whatever reason, do not grandchildren. Measure B1 He wrote many editorials has no sunset clause unlike against plans by Alameda Peace Commission want to give birth should have the legally protected other voter-approved tax County to build housing in Paul L. Anderson measures. That eliminates the same area. Pleasanton right to an abortion within the first month following the incentive of the govern- Bob expressed moral This communication is in ment to wisely spend that indignation about things that conception. Admittedly, this reaction to Fred Norman's may require the mother- money because they know were happening in society article (Guest Opinion, they never have to come that he believed were harm- to-be to endure months of Pleasanton Weekly, Au- pregnancy discomfort, plus back to the voters to extend ful. He argued in support of gust 31, 2012) proposing a such a tax. A permanent tax fair housing legislation in the pain of giving birth. But has no accountability. "Peace Commission" devel- that cannot be helped. Livermore and affordable oped within our city council Neither Thorne or Brown housing for all. He advo- will accept money from cated for Tri-Valley Haven for Pleasanton. "Its purpose is to nurture the concepts of IC Awareness unions. While another can- and its efforts to stop do- Paulette Kenyon didate makes a point that mestic violence. He favored peace and non-violence." In our time of extreme Livermore giving money to them gives outreach to those who might access, Thorne and Brown violence, both national and This month is IC Aware- not be noticed, such as the ness month; and, I’m writ- will meet with anyone no homeless, farm workers, and international, what could ROBERT SEVERAL ing to make you aware of matter if they donated to those with disabilities. be a greater credit or gift to this disease. I’ve had this their campaign or not. It Susan Steinberg noted, our little city? This chain of disease for 30 years of my should bother you when a "He wrote hopeful and in- pre-school for low-income ment. He helped repair the violence we are currently ex- life. Early on, it started as candidate says campaign spirational editorials about families in the 1960s. world." periencing must be broken, a terrible pressure in my donations give you access. what the city and country "Bob was a wonderful Michael Several said that and a new way of living be bladder. Wherever I went, The rationale of not ac- could become if people writer," Miller remembered. The Independent provided found, some way, some how. I wanted to know where the cepting City employee union would pay attention. He was "He made all the complex Bob a platform where he The start that Mr. Norman bathrooms were and I grew money and support is legiti- a thought leader." issues very clear. He was could express his innermost is proposing could lead to to hate speed bumps. I went mate. Employees of the city Other longtime residents always interested in what he core and harness his own something infecting. to many urologists; but, no are represented by unions. In and colleagues who knew was hearing. It wasn't just talents as a writer. "The As Mr. Norman points one knew what to do. As a representative democracy, Several praised him for his work. He made a big differ- newspaper was Bob. He was time went by, my world was the residents are meant to be very lucky to work for The out Mahatma Gandhi, Mar- impact on the newspaper and ence in what happened in our tin Luther King and Jesus reduced to traveling only a represented by their elected the community. communities." Independent." few minutes away. Now, officials. When elected offi- Michael Several said that Christ reacted, originally, Bruce Henderson worked Several's longtime per- in a small way to what was doctors know more than cials accept money and sup- as an Independent reporter his brother was an intense sonal friend and companion, needed for their times, in a they use to. They know now port from a public employee for a decade, before going on Sarah Blakley, said, "He Oakland A's fan, and en- local way and each led to that the nerves inside of the union, they are tipping the to become the author of 13 cared for people. He was joyed painting and photogra- bladder become sensitized scales toward the employees books, including a number 1 always for the underdog." phy. One of Several's edito- something big in a national and then an international to the acids in the urine, and away from the taxpay- best-seller. Independent editor Janet rial cartoons about growth ers like you and me. That way. In each case it was a creating a feeling as if the Henderson recalled," Armantrout stated, "Bob was won first place in an annual urine has turned into battery generates a clear conflict of When Bob hired me in 1970, never really comfortable contest sponsored by the chain breaker. We need a acid. Both men and women, interest when negotiating to I was very much a `cub with technology, preferring California Newspaper Pub- new chain breaker. young and old, can get this find fair solutions for both reporter.' He was not one of the more organic world of lishers Association. disease and we still don’t the hardworking employees those old-school, tyrannical people, animals and plants. Surviving Several are Pro-Life know why. and the city's hardwork- editors out of `The Front That was reflected in his his son Aaron Several and Donald King I’ve learned over time ing taxpayers. One only Page.' He was quiet and desire to protect people and grandson Dylan of San Le- Livermore that staying away from acid- need to look at the State of calm no matter what kind of animals from harm and to andro, and his son Jacob The Democrats, at their ic foods helps and urologists California to see how prob- deadline pressure we were preserve the natural world Several and granddaughter, have devised various ways lematic it is to address labor Grace, of Berkeley. He is Charlotte Convention, had under. At his core, Bob was for future generations to quite a number of prominent of numbing the nerves in cost issues with the public a true gentleman who treated enjoy." also survived by his mother, the bladder; but, what we all employee unions' influence Beatrice Several. He leaves people giving speeches in everyone with dignity and In talking about his broth- support of their views. Most really want is a cure. If you and money. respect." er, Michael Several of Los behind his beloved cat, Sha- want to know more or think Please join me in voting lom. of them said things very pre- People in the community Angeles, said, "Although dictable. As a liberal Demo- you might have it, it’s called for Karla Brown for City were saddened by Several's Bob didn't identify with the Family services will be Interstitial Cystitis or Pain- Council and Jerry Thorne private. There will be a crat, I enjoyed hearing them. death. Miriam Miller, whose religious aspects of Judaism, But then I was astounded ful Bladder Syndrome. You for Mayor to represent the late husband, Don Miller, he strongly valued it for its public memorial commemo- can find out more about this residents of Pleasanton. ration at The Independent at when Nancy Keenan, presi- was once Livermore mayor, ethical values of justice, dent of the National Abor- from the Interstitial Cystitis formed the Valley's first commitment and engage- a later date.

Janice Marie crochet afghans and other H e w i l l b e s o r e l y (Jim) James a new baby to be named. He death by his father, Russell Grooms Tinder items, sew and garden. She missed. Morgan Keyser also leaves behind a brother, Rossman. Kurt is survived Janice Marie Grooms liked to talk with all types (Jim) James Morgan Ed Keyser, as well as many by his mother Nadine (Bob) of people and hear about other family members and Dougherty of Milton Free- Tinder passed to the hereaf- Ira Charles Keyser passed away Sat- ter on September 12, 2012 their life. close friends. water, Oregon, his three Her beloved Warren “Chuck” Gragson urday, September 8, 2012, We will miss him very sisters, his four children; in Liver- passed away in April 1995. A Memorial Service will after being ill for several much. Join us for a celebra- Rachael (James) Boswell; m o r e , After that, Janice went to be held at 10 a.m. on Satur- months. tion of Jim’s life on Sat., Oct. Kristi Tennis; Rebecca Califor- work at Wal-Mart. She had day, September 29 at Chapel Jim 6 at 2 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, (Shawn) Murphy; and Tyler nia. numerous stocking jobs and o f C a l - was a 527 North Livermore Ave., (Sarah) Rossman, his grand- J a n - also worked as a Wal-Mart l a g h a n loving Livermore. children; Isabella Murphy, ice was greeter. During this last Mortuary a n d Arrangements by Cal- Emily Tennis, Ryan Tennis, born on year, Janice was on dis- in Liver- caring laghan Mortuary, 447- Brett Tennis, Brianna Ten- October ability from Wal-Mart, yet more. h u s - 2942. nis, Ian Murphy, and Reese 26, 1933 she was getting ready and Chuck band, Boswell. i n S t . looking forward to return- Gragson father A private service will be J o s e p h , p a s s e d a n d Kurt Paul Rossman ing to work. Her Wal-Mart Dec. 7, 1954- Aug. 29, 2012 held for family and close Missouri co-workers were her second away in grand- friends; Callaghan’s Mortu- to Mary father. Resident of Livermore family. his home Kurt Rossman was born ary is handling all arrange- H a z e l Janice was preceded in i n S a n H e ments. Williams Grooms and James w a s on December 7, 1954 in death by her husband, War- Jose, Cal- Norfolk, Virginia to Russell Emmett Grooms. She was ren and her parents Mary ifornia on born in Hawaii while his the youngest child of five father was serving there in Paul Rossman and Nadine Hazel Williams Grooms and Sunday, September 16. He Francis Rossman (McPher- children. As a young child, was 82. Chuck was a long- the Navy. Following in his James Emmett Grooms. She son). she moved to California with was also preceded in death time resident of Livermore, father’s footsteps, he joined her family where they settled the Navy right after gradu- Kurt was raised in Liver- by numerous siblings. California and worked as more, California and lived in the Bay Area. She gradu- Janice is survived by a physicist at Lawrence ating from Hoover High in ated from El Cerrito High San Diego, where he was in Livermore most of his daughter Sherril Tinder of Livermore National Lab for adult life. Kurt served in School in 1952. Riverside; son Freddy Tin- many years.He was born on raised and met his wife, Janice married the love Patricia McCarty. They were the Army after graduating der of Pleasant Hill; son January 29, 1930 in Phoenix, from Granada High School. of her life, Warren LaRoy James Tinder (Lydia) of Arizona and adopted by Eu- married in San Diego on Tinder, on August 30, 1952. October 26, 1956. They had Kurt was a talented man Stockton, and grandchil- gene Hoyt “Happy” Gragson with many special quali- Warren was deployed to dren Claire Burke (Ryan) and Naomi Maude Byars. two children, then relocated Korea in January 1953 and to Northern California and ties; he enjoyed working on of Lake Elsinore; Gregory Chuck and his family his computer and creating remained there for almost Smith of Riverside; Geof- moved to Porterville, Cali- Livermore where they lived a year. During his time in out the rest of their lives. his artwork. His favorite frey Shireman of Stockton fornia in 1947 to open a activities were when he was Korea, Janice gave birth and Timothy Shireman of neon sign shop. He married Jim worked as an auto in July of 1953 to her first mechanic all of his life. He spending time with his chil- Los Angeles. Nellie Wanda Gregory in dren and his grandchildren. child, Sherril Ann. Janice, Services for Janice were 1951, attended Porterville was employed by UHaul Warren and Sherril Ann Company in Fremont for His family and friends will held September 24, 2012 at Junior College, and eventu- miss his kind acts, generos- eventually settled in Oak- Callaghan Mortuary, Liver- ally Fresno State College over 25 years. land, California. He is preceded in death ity, sense of humor, and his more. Interment was at San where he received his B.S. in ability to see the good in In April of 1957, Janice Joaquin National Cemetery physics. Chuck and Wanda by his wife of 56 years, Pat. gave birth to her second He leaves behind their two everyone. on September 24. moved to Livermore where Kurt was preceded in child, Freddy LaRoy. In In lieu of flowers, dona- they lived for more than 50 children Debra Sue Galvan 1962, Janice and family tions may be made to the years and raised their family. and Timothy Keyser, six moved to Livermore, Cali- Humane Society or a charity Chuck was an avid fisher- grandchildren, Marie Boyd, fornia. In May of 1964, of choice. man, loved camping with his Garnett Boyd, Patrick Gal- Janice gave birth to her third family and traveling. He is van, Amylisa Galvan, Jamie child, James William. survived by his son, Derek; Preze and Blake Keyser, and Janice loved being a wife, Robert C. Olla daughter Kim Earnshaw, and one and a half great grand- mother and homemaker. She Robert C. Olla passed four grandchildren. children, Adreian Preze and loved to read biographies, away on September 15, watch old and new movies, 2012. listen to all types of music, He was a loving son and a devoted husband. PAGE 10 - The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 BART EBRPD Will See If a Firm Wants (continued from page one) to transit.” pointed out that the majority station. To Upgrade Water Slides Neil Sinclair, CyberTrain of commuters are heading to Doug Mann, Citizens for East Bay Regional Park The consultant estimated favors reopening the water CEO, said that the technol- Silicon Valley. Balanced Growth, echoed that the total refurbishment slides, if a contractor can be District (EBRPD) officials ogy would allow for a dis- Residents of Collier Can- Allen’s comments on the will write up a request for for full safety and aesthetic found to operate them. tribution collection system yon Road stated that traffic unsuitability of the location proposals to recondition improvements that would at- Wieskamp said that if the with a half dozen stations at had increased on the nar- for housing. The Livermore the water slides at Shadow tract more customers would facility were to be reopened, pick up points throughout cost $1.4 million. an operator would need row 2-lane country road as Airport is nearby. There are Cliffs Park. the city. The slides have been Approximately $800,000 more than the previously growth continued. It’s now already homes too close to (CyberTran technology closed since last fall, while of the $1.4 million would discussed 10-year period to a commute road. Drivers the airport. He also wanted provides a rail system that the district considered what be for construction. The amortize any investment in speed, knock down fenc- to remind those studying the to do next. remaining $600,000 would the upgrade. The 10 years allows passengers to plan es and livestock gets out. project that there is an urban The park district’s opera- be for design, inspection, had been proposed in the their destinations around Residents of Contra Costa growth boundary. “We don’t tions committee met Sept. going through the permitting past. However, that was their personal schedule. The County would use the road want to move it to build 20 in Oakland, and heard a process, and engineering when “we expected some- bullet-shaped 20-passenger even more to gain access to BART.” report prepared by consul- costs, said EBRPD assis- thing else to happen” to the vehicle has “cushy, charter- BART when it is extended Linda Jeffery Sailors tant Water Ventures. tant general manager Jim area, said Wieskamp. bus style seats, facing for- to Livermore. The residents stated, “This area wants The project would not O’Connor. The district developed a ward in rows.” CyberTran’s asked that a special study real BART. A DMU or buses be a whole new facility, but A staff recommendation long-range plan to change computer-controlled and area be created to address won’t pass muster.” She said a serious upgrade, said Ayn earlier this year estimated the area to more passive use. lightweight rail cars are the impacts on the road and the site should be treated as Wieskamp of Livermore, the a $6 million cost to redo However, financial prospects powered by solar panels that its residents. an end of line station and Valley’s representative to the everything. Glenn Kierstead, are bleak now for the district line the track. Stations are Robert Allen said given provide the parking neces- park district board, and a who built the slides, and to finance the landscaping aligned as off-track sidings the amount of land owned sary to take drivers from member of the committee. operated them for more than and other amenities that so cars can continue moving by BART at Isabel, there San Joaquin County off the The upgrade would in- 20 years, said he could com- would replace the slides. on the main line while others should be plenty of space road. clude needed safety repairs, plete the job for $280,000. The operations commit- are loading and unloading for parking. He pointed out Bob Baltzer, Friends of replacement of slides, and However, district offi- tee will meet Oct. 10 to passengers off-line.) that the site is not suitable Livermore, said that Liver- the addition of a splash pool, cials disputed the low figure, look over the staff’s draft of Another option proposed for housing. The project more didn’t pay BART which could attract more saying it was important to the RFP that it would send by Pleasanton resident Ron should be exempt from the taxes to get a bus. Parking customers. make sure all safety require- out. Wieskamp said it was Wolfe, suggested invest- transit oriented development is needed in the downtown There would be cosmetic ments and other specifica- unclear whether the process, ing the money earmarked requirements. He suggested for Livermore residents, be- changes to the building to tions were met. if successful, would end in for BART to expand and including charging stations cause parking at the station Wieskamp said that she reopening the slides as early make it more attractive. improve the ACE train. He for electric cars near the would be gobbled up by San as next spring or summer. Joaquin commuters. BERNAL Several speakers said the (continued from page one) problem with buses is that planned Oak Woodland open fill the board. they add time to a commute, spare area. There is the potential to which makes it less likely Susan Andrade-Wax, assess a park development CHARTER that people would use the fee as part of registration (continued from page one) director of parks and com- system. No one wants to ride munity services, told the for the various sports. The cial plan, and other topics. Portola Academy last spring. choice to the families who council that sports groups stream of money would be TVLC now plans to offer a They now attend LVCS, want it.” BART for 35 minutes, wait had requested a group picnic pledged to pay back the Dual Immersion program at having been accepted from Jennifer Hayes, a teacher for a bus, then ride another area because they wanted to funds advanced by the city. Portola Academy; this was the waiting list at the end at Junction Avenue K-8, 10 to 15 minutes to reach an be able to congregate before Corporate sponsorships listed as a possible option of the summer. “We are a questioned the need for off-site parking lot. or after a game. A grassy are another option. There in the previous version of family who has had a less another charter school in Lori Drummond offered area would provide the abil- will be minimal recognition the petition. than exemplary educational Livermore. “This school the view that buses should ity for players to warm-up. allowed at the park. Batchelor also told the background. My sons have doesn’t offer anything that be used until the economy The oak woodland would City Manager Nelson Board that TVLC is a very had hit or miss teaching,” we do not already have and be developed as a passive Fialho said that the idea of recovers. “We have waited successful financial entity, she said. “Now they are do very well. At Junction we 50 years. We can wait a little space. It will serve as a buf- the fee at registration has happy to go to school at have Dual Immersion and I been discussed with sports noting that the organization bit longer. Livermore’s open fer between the sports fields is closing on $42,000 financ- LVCS. I’m excited that they know every kid by name,” and housing on the site. groups. Some are receptive; spaces need to be protected,” ing for its new school facili- are excited.” she said. “A charter school Staff identified just over some not. The concern is she added. $10 million that could be the increased cost to play. ties. “This process helped us Shelley Fields, president should offer something so to improve,” he explained. of the Livermore Educa- totally different that it revo- BART Board president used to help pay for the con- The fee could be waived John McPartland, who rep- struction. There is $6.15 mil- for families that meet a low “This gives us permanence tion Association, questioned lutionizes education.” lion in the Bernal commu- income criteria. in the community and dem- who is driving the Portola Cate Sarraille also ques- resents the Valley, said that nity park reserve, $810,000 The first phase consisted onstrated financial viabil- Academy effort. “LVCS was tioned the need for a new BART to Livermore makes in a capital improvement of three baseball fields, park- ity.” driven by parents and teach- charter school. “When sense for many reasons. It program reserve, and just ing, and some infrastructure Portola Academy princi- ers who were very unhappy LVCS submits its petition will not only provide extend- over $3 million would come to accommodate future in- pal Désirée Braganza spoke with the Livermore School for renewal, why can’t they ed service to the best public from East Bay Regional Park stallations. about the educational pro- District at the time,” she change their enrollment transportation system in the District’s Measure WW. Councilmember Cindy gram proposed for Por- said. “I don’t see that kind system to bring in the di- Bay Area, it will help im- McGovern suggested look- There are funds in Mea- tola Academy, which will of demand coming from verse population they say prove traffic flow on I-580. sure WW allocated to the ing elsewhere in the budget include small class sizes, this community. I think this they want to serve rather The environmental benefits city. The $500 million bond for money that might be service- and project-based petition was created and than open a new site?” she extension was approved in used. People could purchase learning, arts integration, manufactured by TVLC to asked. include reducing regional 2008 by 72% of the voters in trees to be planted in the and a technology enriched fill a need for LVCS.” The Portola Academy greenhouse gas emissions, Alameda and Contra Costa woodland. environment. “This is a Parent Tristan Pico, petition can be found in the and reducing energy con- Counties. Councilmember Matt great opportunity to serve a resident of the Portola agenda for the Sept. 18, 2012 sumption. Steve Bocian, assistant Sullivan’s concern was that traditionally underserved neighborhood, said that she Livermore Board of Educa- Written comments on city manager, said that fund- if the funding goals weren’t reached, the oak woodland students. We view this as chose to send her children tion meeting. On the Liver- the project may be sent to raising would be launched to a privilege,” she said. “We to LVCS rather than Portola more School District web- fill part of the gap. In addi- would not be part of Phase Marianne Payne, EIR Proj- tion, the city could advance II. He pointed out that the prefer to look at these stu- Elementary because she had site (www.livermoreschools. ect Manager, 300 Lakeside funds that would be paid $4 million is just about what dents as ‘at-promise’ rather concerns about the school. “I com), choose “Agendas & Drive, 16th Fl., Oakland, back. needs to be raised. than ‘at risk.’” feared Portola was declining Meetings” from the School CA 94612 or to mpaine@ A nonprofit foundation Mayor Jennifer Hoster- Parent Denise Danek and then the school closed,” Board drop-down menu at bart.gov. Comments must be would be created to act as man declared, “We are see- spoke in favor of the Portola she said. “My family is proof the top of the page, and then received by Oct. 1, 2012. the legal vehicle to raise ing signs of a turning econ- Academy petition. Although of the need for improvement choose the Sept. 18, 2012 Further information is her family lives in Hayward, in the Portola neighbor- meeting. To learn more about funds. It would be estab- omy. Staff has identified available at www.bart.gov/ opportunities for funding the she had enrolled her two hood. We should offer this Portola Academy, visit www. lished in cooperation with livermore. sports groups, who would next phase of this park.” middle school-aged sons in portolaacademy.org.

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The registrant began to trans- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS before the court will dismiss the total amount (at the time Section 2923.52 applies and YOU ARE BEING SUED BY Por ley, la corte tiene derecho Signature of Registrants:s/: act business under the ficti- NAME STATEMENT the case, as the person sued of the initial publication of the has been provided or the loan PLAINTIFF: a reclamar las cuotas y los Richard K. Corbett, Manager tious business name(s) listed FILE NO. 468975 under the fictitious name of Notice of Sale) reasonably is exempt from the require- (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO costos exentos por imponer & Member above on 07/01/2012. The following person(s) doing (specify). estimated to be set forth ments. EL DEMANDANTE): un gravamen sobre cualquier This statement was filed with Signature of Registrants:s/: business as: Gratia Property !AVISO! Lo han deman- below. The amount may be Wendel, Rosen, Black & recuperacion de $10,000 o the County Clerk of Alameda Justin C. Parker Management, 4900 Hopyard dado. Si no responde dentro greater on the day of sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL Dean LLP mas de valor recibida me- on August 22, 2012. Expires This statement was filed Road, Suite 100, Pleasanton, de 30 dias, la corte puede If you are consid- diante un acuerdo o una August 22, 2017. with the County Clerk of BIDDERS: CA 94588, is decidir en su contra sin es- Trustor: ering bidding on this property NOTICE! You have been concesion de arbitraje en un The Independent Legal No. Alameda on September 12, NEOMA K. GOTT- hereby registered by the fol- cuchar su version. Lea la lien, you should understand sued. The court may decide caso de derecho civil. Tiene 3313. Published September 2012. Expires September LIEB A SINGLE WOMAN lowing owner(s): informacion a continuacion. that there are risks involved in against you without your be- que pagar el gravamen de la 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2012. 12, 2017. Duly Appointed Trustee: EQUBE Inc, 4900 Hopyard Tien 30 DIAS DE CAL- bidding at a trustee auction. ing heard unless you respond corte antes de que la corte The Independent Legal No. Western Progressive, LLC Road, Suite 100, Pleasanton, ENDARIO despues de que You will be bidding on a lien, within 30 days. Read the pueda desechar el caso. NOTICE of INVITING BIDS 3316. Published September Recorded 7/9/2002 as In- CA 94588 le entreguen esta citacion The name and address of Notice is hereby given that strument No. 2002296223 not on the property itself. This business is conducted 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2012. information below. y papeles legales para pre- the court is: sealed competitive bids will in book —-, page —- and Placing the highest bid at by a Corporation You have 30 CALENDAR be accepted in the office of T.S. No.: The registrant began to trans- sentar una respuesta por (El nombre y direccion de la 2012-21059 rerecorded on — as —- of a trustee auction does not DAYS after this summons and escrito en esta corte y hacer corte es): the GSA-Purchasing Depart- Loan No.: 7092143457 Official Records in the office automatically entitle you to act business under the ficti- legal papers are served on tious business name(s) listed que se entregue una copia ALAMEDA COUNTY ment, County of Alameda, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S of the Recorder of Alameda free and clear ownership of you to file a written response al demandante. Una carta SUPERIOR COURT 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite SALE County, California, the property. You should also above on 7/31/2012. at this court and have a copy Signature of Registrants: o una llamada telefonica no 1225 FALLON STREET 907, Oakland, CA 94612 Date of Sale: 10/26/2012 at be aware that the lien being s/: Yuchen Jessica Liao, served on the plaintiff. A letter lo protegen. Su respuesta OAKLAND, CA 94612 NETWORKING BIDDERS YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UN- 12:00 PM auctioned off may be a junior Broker/Owner & CEO or phone call will not protect por escrito tiene que estar CONFERENCES for RFQ DER A DEED OF TRUST Place of Sale: lien. If you are the highest This statement was filed with you. Your written response en formato legal correcto The name, address, and tele- #901041 Tree Trimming DATED 6/26/2002. UNLESS At the front Fallon Street bidder at the auction, you the County Clerk of Alameda must be in a proper legal si desea que procesen su phone number of plaintiff’s and Removal Services YOU TAKE ACTION TO entrance to the Alameda are or may be responsible for on August 27, 2012. Expires form if you want the court to caso en lacorte. Es posible attorney, or plaintiff without North County – Tuesday, PROTECT YOUR PROP- County Courthouse 1225 paying off all liens senior to August 27, 2017. hear your case. There may que haya un formulario que an attorney, is: October 2, 2012, 10:00 a.m. ERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT Fallon Street Oakland, CA the lien being auctioned off, The Independent Legal No. be a court form that you can usted pueda usar para su (El nombre, la direccion y at General Services Agency, A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU before you can receive clear 3307. Published September use for your response. You respuesta. Puede encontrar el numero de telefono del Room 1107, 11th Floor, 1401 NEED AN EXPLANATION Amount of unpaid bal- title to the property. You are 6, 13, 20, 27, 2012. can find these court forms estos formularios de la corte abogado del demandante, o Lakeside Drive, Oakland, OF THE NATURE OF THE ance and other charges: encouraged to investigate the and more information at the y mas infornacion en el Cen- del demandante que no tiene CA and South County PROCEEDING AGAINST $232,434.06 existence, priority, and size FICTITIOUS BUSINESS California Courts Online Self- tro de Ayuda de las Cortes abogado, es): – Wednesday, October 3, YOU, YOU SHOULD CON- Street Address or other com- of outstanding liens that may NAME STATEMENT help Center (www.courtinfo. de California (www.sucorte. GILLIAN M. ROSS 2012, 2:00 p.m. at Public TACT A LAWYER. mon designation of real prop- exist on this property by con- FILE NO. 469090 ca.gov/selfhelp), your county ca.gov), en la biblioteca de WENDEL, ROSEN, BLACK Works Agency, Conference erty: 1953 PINE STREET, tacting the county recorder’s The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 - PAGE 11

office or a title insurance Valley Humane Society at EMPLOYMENT 56) ADULT CARE also requires that contractors company, either of which (925)426-8656. include their license numbers may charge you a fee for this 65) HELP WANTED Independent Contractors on all advertising. Check your information. If you consult Adopt a new best friend: Wanted. Senior Home contractor’s status at www. either of these resources, TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal DRIVERS - Health Care. Must have ex- cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- you should be aware that the Rescue, offers animals for LOCAL perience. Senior Solutions, CSLB (2752). Unlicensed same lender my hold more adoption every Saturday Inc (925)443-3101. persons taking jobs less and Sunday, excluding most Class A CDL w/ than one mortgage or deed BE WARY of out of area than $500 must state in their of trust on this property. holidays. On Saturdays from Hazmat & Doubles companies. Check with the advertisements that they are 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are endorsements, local Better Business Bureau not licensed by the Contrac- available at the Pleasanton tors State License Board.” NOTICE TO PROPERTY 1 yr. exp. and before you send money or OWNER: The sale date Farmers Market at W. An- fees. Read and understand REAL ESTATE shown on this notice of sale gela and First Streets. Two an acceptable any contracts before you may be postponed one or locations will showcase cats MVR sign. Shop around for rates. 160) BOAT/RV more times by the mort- only: Petsmart in Dublin from RENTAL SPACE GREAT PAY & TO PLACE A gagee, beneficiary, trustee, 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet R. V. - BOAT STORAGE or a court, pursuant to Sec- Extreme in Livermore from CLASSIFIED AD BENEFITS Call (925)243-8000 $75 - $85 tion 2924g of the California 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, Apply in Person (925)447-8151 Civil Code. The law requires cats are available at Petsmart MERCHANDISE that information about trustee in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, Estes West, Inland Valley Publishing Co. sale postponements be made and Pet Extreme in Livermore an Estes Express 127) LOST/ FOUND Client Code:04126-00001 Re: Legal Notice for available to you and to the from 12:00 to 4:00. For more Lines Company Red Poinsettia Clip Earring Why This Is a Good public, as a courtesy to those information, call Terry at Lost downtown Livermore, Classified Ads not present at the sale. If you (925) 487-7279 or visit our 1750 Adams The Federal Fair Housing Friday 12/16. If found, please Act, Title VII of the Civil wish to learn whether your website at www.tvar.org. Avenue call (925)447-1762 sale date has been post- Rights Act of 1964, and state Time to Sell poned, and, if applicable, the FERAL CAT FOUNDATION San Leandro, CA NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS law prohibit advertisements Cat & kitten adoptions now for housing and employment By Cher Wollard rescheduled time and date 94577 155) NOTICES for the sale of this property, at the new Livermore Petco that contain any preference, If you are thinking about selling real estate, this might be the on Saturdays from 10:00AM or fax resume to: “NOTICE TO READERS: limitation or discrimination year to do it. you may call (866)-960-8299 based on protected classes, or visit this Internet Web to 2:30PM. We have many 510-568-8193 California law requires that Prices are up, inventory is down, buyers are motivated. Many adorable, tame kittens that contractors taking jobs that including race, color, religion, site http://www.altisource. sex, handicap, familial status com/MortgageServices/ have been tested for FIV & AA/EOE total $500 or more (labor properties are receiving multiple offers and even selling for more FELV, altered & vaccinated. and/or materials) be licensed or national origin. IVPC does DefaultManagement/Trust- not knowingly accept any than list price. eeServices.aspx, using the We also have adult cats & by the Contractors State License Board. State law advertisements that are in That makes this a true seller’s market. file number assigned to this ranch cats for adoption. violation of the law. case 2012-21059. Informa- If you are an investor, a homeowner with substantial equity tion about postponements in your home, or you are contemplating a short sale, changes in that are very short in duration legal and tax policies also may make this an especially attractive or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not time to sell. immediately be reflected in What has created this situation? the telephone information or After years of falling prices, the tide has turned in the Bay Area. on the Internet Web site. The Buyers are attracted by historically low interest rates that make best way to verify postpone- ment information is to attend mortgage payments more affordable. the scheduled sale Add to that increasing job creation, especially in the South Bay and San Francisco, which attracts newcomers to the Bay Area. Date: 9/14/2012 Western Progressive, Reduced inventory is due in part to policy changes. The im- LLC, as Trustee proved HARP (Home Affordable Refinance Program) has allowed c/o 18377 Beach Blvd., more folks to modify mortgages on which they owe more than its Suite 210 Huntington Beach, Cali- value. fornia 92648 This has reduced the number of new short sales coming on the Automated Sale Informa- market. tion Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource. Due to the huge national mortgage settlement, lenders are less com/MortgageServices/ eager to foreclose on properties and more likely to work with DefaultManagement/Trust- homeowners to allow them to keep their homes. eeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale This means fewer foreclosed homes on the market. Information, call: (866) “Right now the government is doing everything in its power 240-3530 to help folks not do a foreclosure,” according to Karen Long of ______Wells Fargo in Livermore. Laterrika Thompkins Trustee Sale Assistant Both lenders and homeowners are encouraged to work out loan The Independent Legal No. modifications, or if that isn’t feasible, to do a short sale rather than 3317 Published September a foreclosure. 27, October 4, 11, 2012 In fact, nationally the percentage of distressed properties NOTICE of INVITING BIDS Notice is hereby given that – including both short sales and bank-owned – on the market has sealed competitive bids will dropped to 24 percent of the total from 31 percent a year ago, ac- be accepted in the office of cording to the July Realtors Confidence Index report. And that’s the GSA-Purchasing Depart- down from almost half of all homes on the market in 2009. ment, County of Alameda, 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite But those percentages don’t tell the whole story. With fewer 907, Oakland, CA 94612 properties being offered for sale, distressed properties in absolute NETWORKING BIDDERS numbers has dropped even farther. CONFERENCES for RFQ #901032 Highland Hospital Also contributing to the shortage of homes is the fact that few (ATR) Project (Phase 1) builders have new homes available. New homes account for an Clinical Furniture North average of 20 percent of the housing market. County–Thursday, Octo- ber 4, 2012, 2:00 p.m. at During the downturn, projects were put on hold or abandoned al- General Services Agency, together. Fewer new applications for building permits were filed. Conference Room 201, 1401 That means fewer new homes on the market. Lakeside Drive, Oakland, CA South County–Friday, But that has started to turn around. October 5, 2012, 10:00 a.m. Privately-owned housing starts in August were at a seasonally at Fremont Public Library, adjusted annual rate of 750,000, 29.1 percent above the August 2011 Fukaya Room B, 2400 Ste- venson Blvd., Fremont, CA rate, according to the latest numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau Responses Due by 2:00 and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. pm on November 2, 2012 “Builders across the country have been reporting noticeable County Contact: Kai Moore (510) 208-4882 or via email: improvement in the number of serious buyers who are in the market [email protected] At- for a new home, and … this is translating to some welcome gains tendance at Networking Con- ference is Non-mandatory. in construction activity,” said Barry Rutenberg, chairman of the Specifications regarding the National Association of Home Builders. above may be obtained at But housing starts don’t translate into immediate sales. It takes the Alameda County GSA Current Contracting Oppor- 18 months to two years for a developer to complete the planning and tunities Internet website at approval process necessary before he can start building homes. www.acgov.org. The recent downturn means low inventory of new homes today. 9/27/12 CNS-2383755# Developments with current inventory are doing hot business. THE INDEPENDENT Legal And, while many first-time homeowners were waiting out the No. 3318 recession, uneasy about taking the plunge into homeownership, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS investors have not been so shy. NAME STATEMENT Investors started snatching up bargains – especially homes at FILE NO. 469648 The following person(s) doing the lower end of the market – since 2008. And not all those inves- business as: Expressions tors are homegrown. Foreign investors too have seen long-term Dance & Arts of Pleasanton, value in U.S. real estate, and the Bay Area is among the hottest 3015-I Hopyard Road, Pleas- anton, CA 94588, is hereby markets of all. registered by the following Many of those investors may be looking to sell this year, before owner(s): the 3.8 percent federal transfer tax included in the new Health Care Sandra Maloney, 4035 Al- derwood Ct, Pleasanton, law takes effect and certain property owners who claim capital gains CA 94588 on the sale of real estate could be subject to a surtax. This business is conducted by an Individual Most homeowners will not have to worry about this, as the first The registrant began to $250,000 for individuals and $500,000 for married couples from transact business under the the sale of a primary residence is usually exempt from taxation. fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. But those who have lived in their homes a long time and seen Signature of Registrants:s/: significant appreciation, without offsetting expenses such as Sandra Maloney, Owner improvements to the property, or investors who cannot claim the This statement was filed with the County Clerk of primary residence exemption, might want to check with their tax Alameda on September 17, professional about how this change could affect them. 2012. Expires September As for those homeowners who are upside down on their mort- 17, 2017. The Independent Legal No. gages and struggling to make the payments, this might be an 3319. Published September excellent time to sell. 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2012. Banks are under pressure from the federal government to try ANIMALS to work out loan modifications for struggling homeowners. They 2) CATS/ DOGS may even require them to apply for a loan modification before ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for they will consider approving a short sale. That process can take adoption information contact several months. If you are granted a short sale, the federal and state govern- ments currently require lenders to forgive the residual owed on the mortgage. Furthermore, taxes on those residuals are waived through the end of this year. But these advantages are set to expire on Dec. 31. According to the Internal Revenue Service code: “The federal Mortgage Debt Relief Act allows those taxpayers who underwent a mortgage restructuring, faced a foreclosure, or qualify for the relief to exclude income from the discharge of debt on their principal residence. “The Debt Relief Act applies to debt forgiven from 2007 through 2012, and up to $2 million in debt is eligible for exclusion for mar- ried couples, or $1 million if married and filing separately. “ The state of California passed legislation to bring state law into line with federal law, also through Dec. 31 of this year. Once these laws expire, if they are not renewed, some lenders will still allow short sales but require the seller to accept respon- sibility to repay the shortfall. And if they do forgive the shortfall, the federal and state govern- ments can tax that amount as income. Some lawmakers are working to extend the Mortgage Debt Relief Act, but there are no guarantees. If you think this might impact your decision about whether to sell your home this year, consult your tax professional. And if you want to take advantage of this seller’s market, contact your local Realtor today. Cher Wollard is a Realtor with Prudential California Realty, Livermore. PAGE 12 - The Independent, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

and can always be improved Instead put it toward the on, BART included. “But I seismic retrofit work. Incumbent Has Challenger for BART Board stand by BART’s reputation. Among McPartland’s BART District 5 includes ing plenty of parking to and for seniors. Perhaps is how will we pay for the It is the best in the nation endorsers are Congress- Livermore, Dublin, Sunol, serve the new Livermore the seniors could receive a needs, because they cost for on-time service” in a men John Garamendi and Castro Valley, Hayward and station is a big issue facing deep discount between 10 more than we have resources group that includes Chicago, Pete Stark, State Senator: two unincorporated towns BART. a.m.and 3:30 p.m., which is for,” said McPartland. Atlanta and D.C light-rail Elen Corbett, Alameda between Castro Valley and “If you don’t have ample outside the usual commute On the $10 million wind- systems. County Supervisor Nate McPartland said that Miley, Livermore Mayor Hayward. parking, people won’t ride hours. In England, seniors fall to BART form higher John Marchand, Pleasan- Incumbent John Mc- BART. We need to keep as acquire a free pass at age ridership, McPartland said when BART reported a cash surplus a few years ago, he ton Mayor Jennifer Hoster- Partland is running again. many cars off the road as we 62,” said Maher. that no capital projects man and Dublin Mayor Tim .He currently serves as chair- talked directors out of spend- can,” said Maher, referring On whether more work should be funded out of the ing it on a variety of projects. Sbranti. man of the BART board. He to traffic that would come is needed on earthquake ret- fare box. “How much are was elected to his first term to the new Livermore station rofit, for example, with the people from San Francisco four years ago. He lives in from Tracy and other Central Transbay Tube, Maher said going to pay for BART to Castro Valley and is a retired Valley cities. he thinks they are continu- Livermore? The answer is BART employee with a spe- Safety is a prime priority ously monitoring the tube. that no capital project will be ciality in disaster prepared- for Maher. “Police should “I encourage them to do so funded out of the fare box,” ness and public safety. The challenger is John be more vigilant and watch for the safety of the public,’” said McPartland. Maher, a retired BART me- (train) cars even more than he said. Once the nation is past chanic, who spent most of the do. We don’t want an- Maher’s endorsers in- the recession, there is a good his 36 years as a leader in other Oscar Grant shooting clude former BART director chance BART will be able the BART employees union, on our hands. It was a ter- Robert Allen of Livermore, to partner with the federal where he served as president rible tragedy for police and several BART employees, government to obtain trans- and vice president, at various the family that suffered the and his next-door neighbor. portation dollars to fund times. He also lives in Castro loss,” said Maher. projects, said McPartland. Valley. Along the same lines, JOHN MCPARTLAND Being certain that the The Independent inter- police training needs to McPartland has had sev- BART system is in good viewed both candidates with be improved, especially eral careers. He enlisted in shape to withstand an earth- a set list of questions that in- when officers are issued new the Army as a private and re- quake is important not only cluded their stands on Mea- equipment. tired as a colonel. He worked for riders’ safety, but also sure B1 and the Livermore About the windfall in his way up in the civilian helping residents in the BART extension, what they revenue from increased rid- fire service, to a position as quake’s aftermath. If the perceive as the problems ership, Maher said that cars an Oakland battalion chief, BART system can withstand facing BART, and how they should be maintained to the responsible for fire suppres- a quake, it will provide an would spend a $10 million highest level of safety. “We sion in one-third of the city. important role in evacuating windfall from increased might also want to look at At BART, he served as people from an area. BART fares and ridership numbers. (spending it on) strategic a safety specialist, dealing “We can evacuate 1000 There were also questions planning for the Livermore with disaster preparedness, people at a time. We already about what could be done to extension,” he said. public safety, and training move that many on every improve the condition of Maher has no reserva- BART personnel in emer- train at 5 p.m. on weekdays,” BART cars, and on BART’s tions about supporting the gency operations. said McPartland. on-time record. Livermore BART extension. Financing and safety are Measure B1 is “crucial Questions touched on He is not opposed to build- the big issues facing BART, and even essential, not only whether more work is need- ing dense housing around according to McPartland. for major capital projects, ed on earthquake retrofit BART stations, but BART There is the need to provide but also for programs from of the system. Candidates must have adequate parking public safety through the bike trails to potholes,” said were invited to bring up any there for the riding public. system. It’s also important McPartland. other topics. The candidates Maher said that he sup- to be prepared for natural di- Cities and unincorporated appear in alphabetical order ports Measure B1, though sasters and acts of violence, areas don’t have the funds to by last name. he would have preferred whether they be weapons fix potholes, let alone pay that the tax included a sunset of mass destruction or indi- for bike trials and BART JOHN MAHER clause. vidual acts of violence. to Livermore. It would be Maher served on the BART has been improv- On the financial end, devastating for the whole 2011/12 county grand jury. ing its anti-graffiti tech- BART faces the need to transportation infrastruc- He is also a member of the niques, including using a dif- deal with the long term ture if it does not pass, said Castro Valley Sanitary Ad- ferent type of window, which responsibility of trying to McPartland. visory Committee, which prevents etching graffiti into expand the system, with McPartland said that he supervises that town’s inde- the glass, said Maher. “BART to Livermore, first is “cautiously optimistic” pendent sanitary district. M a h e r t h i n k s t h a t and foremost.” about passage. Hard work As a mechanic in his BART’s on-time record is Other extension proj- from volunteer groups will early years at BART, Maher “pretty good. I’ve ridden ects are e-BART to eastern help show the need to the worked on all phases of BART quite a bit. Service Contra Costa and the Warm public. mechanical maintenance, is commendable. Like any Springs and San Jose exten- McPartland said there is from axles and motors to transportation system, there sion. graffiti on BART cars. To air conditioning. He said will be roadblock problems, “At the same time, we help deal with it, there will that he developed the air such as suicide attempts on have to replace our entire be new upholstery to make conditioning system for the third rail.” fleet. We also have to ad- seating easier to clean and BART, after the agency had “The only thing I dis- dress the state of good repair keep in good shape. problems with the original Any public transit author- agree with is the fares, which in the core system, which is ity will have interruptions, equipment. are too high. I’d like to see 40 years old. The key point Many think that provid- discounts for kids in school, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION A

Grammy Nominated Perla Batalla Returns to Pleasanton Firehouse Arts Center will host the return to Pleas- anton of world music vocal- ist Perla Batalla on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. The Firehouse Arts Cen- ter is located at 4444 Rail- road Avenue in downtown Pleasanton. The Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Batalla will perform songs that re- flect her bicultural personal and musical heritage, blend- ing contemporary Ameri- can and traditional Spanish music. Batalla grew up in Los Angeles, Calif. where her father, a musician, owned a popular Spanish language record store. She first gained international attention as a backup singer for Leonard Cohen who later encour- aged her to embark on a solo career. Batalla released her debut album, “Perla Batalla," on the Warner/ Lawrence the Livermore Lab is on hand to greet service personnel returning home. Discovery label in 1994. Like many original artists, however, she opted to go Therapy Dog Honored by independent, releasing her second album, “Mestiza” in Singer/songwriter Perla Batalla returns to Pleasanton, 1998 on her own Mechuda bringing her fusion of American and Spanish musical AKC Humane Fund Music label. An immediate cultures. The AKC® Humane The Labrador Retriever a trashcan. Lawrence com- favorite on Public Radio Fund announced the win- is owned by Patricia Wheel- forted him and put a smile shows throughout the U.S. the “Mestiza” song cycle as David Hidalgo of Los ners of the 13th annual AKC er of Livermore. on his face." “Mestiza” was selected as was “Discoteca Batalla," Lobos, Bill Gable, Vinnie Humane Fund Awards for Wheeler nominated Law- At 16 months, Lawrence, Best Independent Release named for her parents’ re- Coliauta, Greg Leisz, Julie Canine Excellence (ACE), rence for the AKC Humane now certified by the Valley of the Year by Amazon.com. cord shop. The project is a Christensen and many other which commemorates five Fund Award for Canine Humane Society, started “Heaven and Earth” fol- compilation of original com- fine musicians. loyal, hard-working dogs Excellence, Therapy Dog. going to an Alzheimers/de- lowed in 2000 and gained positions interspersed with Tickets are adults: $15, that have made significant Soon after her husband mentia facility most weeks. Perla recognition as Ama- traditional Spanish language $20 and $25; child: $12. contributions to their com- died in 2001, she saw a Lawrence, the Livermore zon’s Emerging Artist of in which she took timeless Group discounts are avail- munities in each of the fol- segment about a therapy Lab, a Black Labrador Re- the Year. Both “Mestiza” songs heard growing up able. Tickets may be pur- lowing five categories: Ex- dog on Animal Planet’s K9 triever, was the first Valley and “Heaven and Earth” and molded their rhythmic chased online at www.fire- emplary Companion Dog, to 5 about working dogs. Humane Society therapy celebrate a powerful civiliza- and melodic forms to cre- housearts.org up to three Law Enforcement, Search Wheeler notes, "Inspired, I dog at the VA in Livermore. tion formed by the coming ate a cross-pollination of hours prior to the perfor- and Rescue, Service and purchased Lawrence from He began visiting the VA together of separate worlds, trend and tradition. Batalla mance, by phone at (925) Therapy. an AKC-registered breeder in Livermore in July 2004. a vibrant culture character- also recorded a tribute to 931-4848. Lawrence the Livermore in 2001. I realized Lawrence He’s logged almost 1,300 ized by mysticism, imagery, Leonard Cohen entitled The entrance to free park- Lab received an honorable was a natural when out on a hours of service there. When magic and myth. “Bird on the Wire," which ing is on Spring Street near mention in the therapy cat- walk he 'pulled' me toward his tail reached one thousand Batalla’s follow-up to includes special guests such First Street. egory. a disheveled drunk man by (continued on page 12)

2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 Pacific Chamber Symphony to Feature Guest Musician for 'Magic of Mozart' Concert Glen Swarts has never times for the San Francisco been surfing, but he knows run of “Les Miserables” at how it feels. It’s like being the Orpheum. He has been the soloist with a symphony the principal French horn at orchestra. “Staying in that the Carmel Bach Festival, beautiful wave, not too far played for LINES Ballet and ahead of the wave, or too for a number of orchestras on far behind.” this side of the Bay. Swarts, the noted Bay But it’s not always a tux- Area French horn player, edo or tails kind of evening. will again ride a musical This versatile musician has wave for Pacific Chamber taken his French horn to jazz Hot Buttered Rum will rock its “Left Coast” sound tinged Symphony’s “Magic of Mo- clubs and is in constant de- with jazz, country, bluegrass and world music at the zart” program on October 12 mand as a session musician at the Bankhead Theater in for film and video games. Firehouse Arts Center. Photo by Jake Plimack. Livermore. He will be the Those recording sessions soloist for the most popular are at George Lucas’s famed of Mozart’s four horn con- Skywalker Sound in Marin certos, the Concerto No. 2 County, where Hawaiian Hot Buttered Rum to in E-Flat, also considered the shirts and huaraches are ac- Perform Oct. 5 at Firehouse most difficult. But then, “all ceptable dress. “It’s a trip to horn concertos are difficult,” Glen begin with, and always excit- Swarts said in a recent phone Swarts ing,” Swarts said. “There’s Firehouse Arts Center Bill Nershi. interview from his San Fran- a large orchestra with six will host “Left Coast” rock As the band developed cisco home. to eight French horns and group Hot Buttered Rum a more intense sound in the In this concerto, he espe- first-rate composers and (HBR) on Friday, October mid-late 2000s, fans and cially likes the way the horn conductors. The music is 5, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. media began to describe engages other instruments in plot-connected; we play The Firehouse Arts Cen- them as “a rock band with an amusing conversation. “I 40 in G minor, for which and was principal French when something has hap- ter is located at 4444 Rail- acoustic instruments”. When think the violins are mock- Swarts will join the orches- horn for the Opera Lyon in pened, is happening, or is road Avenue in downtown mandolinist Zac Matthews ing the horn,” Swarts said tra, is Mozart’s next to last France. But he loves Cali- about to happen.” Pleasanton. left the group, the other with good humor. symphony, and is considered fornia, saying “I had to leave It might seem a cultural Hot Buttered Rum (the founding members, Aaron The complete program to be a more profound work. it to appreciate it.” Swarts stretch from the horn solo in name conceived around Redner (violin and mando- comprises four works, each Swarts grew up in Vallejo now lives near the ocean and Concerto No. 2 to the one in a campfire in the Sierra lin), Bryan Horne (upright representing a different facet at a time when music training loves the city’s “gray patina” the Starcraft II video game, Nevada Mountains) was bass), Nat Keefe (guitar), of Mozart’s musical per- began in grammar school. A and the musical opportuni- but Swarts doesn’t prioritize formed as an acoustic string and Erik Yates (banjo, guitar, sonality. In addition to the band director steered him to ties at his fingertips. his musical preferences. “It band and is now a plugged- and flute,) joined forces with would be like saying which horn concerto, composed the French horn, and over Pacific Chamber Sym- in, percussive rock band that Bay Area drummer, Lucas the decades he has never phony musical director Law- finger you like best,” he said. for a good friend of Mo- accesses jazz, country, blue- Carlton. zart, the program includes swerved from his commit- rence Kohl calls Swarts “a He’s ready to pack up his ment to the instrument. He superstar,” and the horn horn “whenever the phone grass and world music. Their Hot Buttered Rum re- Cassation No. 2 in B-flat, Firehouse Arts Center per- cently completed recording a light piece suitable for earned undergraduate and player’s impressive credits rings.” playing outdoors; and two graduate degrees in Music bear that out. If you’ve en- Tickets are $45/$36/$30, formance will celebrate their sessions at San Francisco’s symphonies. The earlier Performance from San Fran- joyed a Broadway musical $7 students, and are avail- most recent album, Limbs Light Rail Studios working work is Symphony in D, cisco State. A professional in San Francisco over the able at the Bankhead The- Akimbo, which showcases with producer Steve Berlin the first two movements of career soon followed. He last few decades, chances are ater Box Office, 2400 First the band's complex musical (Los Lobos, String Cheese which became the overture spent three years on the road good you’ve heard Swarts Street, Livermore, by phone personality. Incident, The Replacements, playing for the Disney musi- play. This summer he was at (925) 373-6100, or online Since 2002, the group R.E.M, Sheryl Crow, John to Mozart’s opera “La Finta at livermoreperformingarts. Giardiniera.” Symphony No. cal “Beauty and the Beast” in the orchestra pit eight has recorded several albums Lee Hooker) on an album org. and performed frequently at that represents an important music festivals, including stylistic step forward. It will Program on Meditation Planned at the Livermore Library the Newport Folk Festi- be released soon. val, South by Southwest, Tickets are adults: $15, Dr. Marshall Zaslove, certified psychiatrist with nam. Since 1969 he has lived Ji Maharaj. He has served 39 years of daily meditation in the San Francisco Bay on the Board of Directors of High Sierra Music Festival, $20 and $25. Group dis- MD, will present his pro- Bonnaroo Music Festival, counts are available. Tickets gram Meditation: Experi- experience, who has given area, where he is now direc- Science of Spirituality since ence the Peace, Calm and over 1000 workshops on tor of the Zaslove Group in 1978. and Hardly Strictly Blue- may be purchased online at Joy You Are Seeking at 7 meditation. the Napa Valley. Zaslove The Friends of the Liver- grass Festival. HBR has also www.firehousearts.org up to p.m. on Thursday, October 4, Dr. Zaslove was educated has been practicing medita- more Library have under- headlined at The Fillmore, in three hours prior to the per- 2012 at the Livermore Public at Columbia and trained at tion daily for over 30 years, written this program as part their home city of San Fran- formance, by phone at (925) Library Civic Center, 1188 the UCLA School of Medi- under the guidance of Sant of the Friends Authors and cisco, and have performed 931-4848, or in person at the S. Livermore Avenue. cine and the Neuropsychiat- Kirpal Singh, Sant Darshan Arts Series. For additional with a wide array of artists, Firehouse Arts Center Box There is no charge for ric Institute. He served in the Singh and the present head events, check the library’s including Phil Lesh, Ben Office. The entrance to free this event. Pacific in the US Air Force of Science of Spirituality, website at www.livermoreli- Harper, Chris Thile, Bela parking is on Spring Street Zaslove, MD is a Board Medical Corps during Viet- H.H. Sant Rajinder Singh brary.net. Fleck, Peter Rowan, and near First Street.

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Music of the Carpenters Performed by 'Close to You' Group The Firehouse Arts Cen- Michelle Whited leads classics that is sure to keep ter is going back to the 70’s the popular Close to You the audience singing along to to celebrate the classic songs musical group which pays songs from an era we cherish and sounds of the ever-pop- tribute to The Carpenters for a lifetime. 2012 ular music duo, The Car- and their music with an Tickets are adults $15, SEASON2013 penters. uplifting and memorable $20 and $25; child $12. Close to You: A Live performance. Reproducing Group discounts are avail- Tribute to The Carpenters Karen’s unique vocals along able. Tickets may be pur- will be presented on Sunday with Don Stamey on piano chased online at www. afternoon, October 7, 2012 and a live band consisting firehousearts.org up to two at 2:00 p.m. of skilled musicians, they hours prior to the perfor- The Firehouse Arts Cen- recreate the signature sounds mance, by phone at (925) ter is located at 4444 Rail- which made The Carpenters 931-4848, or in person at road Avenue in downtown so distinctive. the Firehouse Arts Center Pleasanton. Other songs include Top Box Office, 4444 Railroad With songs like We’ve Michelle Whited of the World, I Won’t Last a Avenue, Pleasanton. Only Just Begun, For All We Day Without You, Superstar The entrance to free park- know, and Rainy Days and pop culture and music of and, of course, Close to You. ing is on Spring Street near Mondays, The Carpenters 1970’s and 1980’s. Their The result is a memorable First Street. left an indelible mark on the story and legacy lives on. show filled with timeless

Flamenco Passion! Piano-Violin Duo Opens Concert Season Caminos Flamencos FRI SEP 28 8pm Del Valle Fine Arts opens has received rave reviews its 33rd annual concert season throughout the U.S. and with Jasper Wood on the Canada, including “Abso- Jasper Wood VIOLIN violin and David Riley at lutely exquisite technique” the piano. The concert will (New York Concert Review), & David Riley PIANO be at 8:00 pm Saturday, Sep- “A soloist’s dream, star qual- Del Valle Fine Arts tember 29 in the Bankhead ity, gifted and sensitive …” SAT SEP 29 8pm Theater. (Billings Gazette). He has Those who attended last extensive experience as a La bohème fall’s concert by the Triple professional recitalist. Riley Livermore Valley Opera Forte trio will these dy- is Professor and Director of OCT 6–14 2 & 8pm namic young Canadian mu- Accompanying and Cham- sicians. Jasper Wood was ber Music at the University the masterful violinist of the of Oregon and previously Pacifi c Chamber trio. Appearing with him on worked as a vocal coach at Symphony September 29 will be noted the Manhattan School of American pianist, David Music. He holds degrees All Mozart Riley. Both musicians have from the Cleveland Institute FRI OCT 12 8pm performed with major sym- of Music and the Eastman phonies, in chamber music School of Music, studying West Side Story groups and as soloists. As a with Anne Epperson and Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre duo, they have collaborated Jean Barr respectively. OCT 20–NOV 4 2 & 8pm on a series of discs featuring, Ticket prices are $35, $29 respectively, the works of or $23. They can be pur- Stravinsky, Ives, Bartok, and chased at the Bankhead The- Natalie MacMaster Morawetz. The Stravinsky ater box office, 2400 First Cape Breton Fiddle Virtuoso CD was awarded the 2004 Soir by Debussy, Banjo erywhere.” Wood made his St., Livermore, by phone TUE OCT 23 7:30pm East Coast Music Award for and Fiddle by William Kroll, solo orchestral debut in 1987 at (925) 373-6800 or from Best Classical Recording. It Ain’t Necessarily So by with Symphony Nova Scotia the LVPAC web site, www. Ed Larson They were also the subject Gershwin and the Sonata under the baton of Georg mylvpac.org. High school The Unequal Race for the South Pole and grade school children of a television documentary, for violin & piano in E flat Tintner. Since then he has Rae Dorough Speakers Series The Maritime Violin. “En- major, Op. 18 by Richard established a fine reputa- can attend free, with tickets cores there must be wherever Strauss. tion as a soloist through his available at the box office. THU OCT 25 7:30pm Wood and Riley play: theirs Violinist Jasper Wood has frequent performances with The remaining DVFA con- is a beautiful collabora- established himself as one of many of North America’s certs features Alexander Four Freshmen tion,” states Gramophone Canada’s top violinists. His finest orchestras. His main Schimpf on the piano on Fresh Take on Old Favorites Magazine. “thrilling virtuosity” (The teachers have been David November 10, the Chiara THU NOV 1 7:30pm Their varied program for Strad) and “open luminous and Linda Cerone, Oleh String Quartet on February this concert includes the So- tones, seamless lines and Krysa, and Philippe Djokic. 16, the Archetti Baroque CALL CLICK nata for violin & piano in B impeccable technique” (To- An acclaimed competition String Ensemble on March 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org flat major, K. 454 by Mozart, ronto Star) have charmed winner, Wood has won nu- 23 and the Debussy Trio on the Sonata for Violin and the ears and captured the merous prizes and awards. April 27. COME BY Piano in G minor & Beau hearts of music lovers ev- Pianist David Riley 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 Special Performances of La Boheme Offered at Libraries

Continuing with its com- who will sing the part of mitment of making opera Rodolfo, and lyric soprano more accessible to the com- and San Francisco Opera munity, Livermore Valley artist, Kristin Clayton, who Opera (LVO) is showcasing will sing the role of Musetta, opera singers who will ap- will be among the perform- pear in the October produc- ers. Tony Award winner, tion of Puccini’s “La bo- Eugene Brancoveanu, who ASIA featuring John Payne will perform. hème” in two OperaLIVE! will direct for LVO, will events. speak about the October pro- OperaLIVE! at the Liver- duction and provide insights ASIA Set to Rock at Firehouse more Public Library was to the opera. Firehouse Arts Center "Heat of the Moment," "Soul Performing with John presented on Sunday, Sept. “The singers will per- will host super rock group Survivor" and "Only Time Payne at the Firehouse Arts 23. form selections from Puc- ASIA Featuring John Payne will Tell.” Center will be Jeff Kollman OperaLIVE! will per- cini’s classic opera as well on Saturday, October 6, John Payne became the (guitars, backing vocals), form at the Pleasanton Pub- as selected arias. Their 2012 at 8:00 p.m. The Fire- frontman of the group in Erik Norlander (keyboards, lic Library on Sunday, Sep- performance will give listen- house Arts Center is located 1992, performing lead vo- backing vocals), Moni Scar- tember 30, 2pm. ers a taste of the wonderful at 4444 Railroad Avenue cals and bass. In 2006, Geoff ia (guitars, backing vocals) “OperaLIVE! events opera and musical opportu- in downtown Pleasanton, Downes left the band to and Jay Schellen (drums, talent that they will hear at are free, public events that nities.” the Bankhead Theater when Calif. reform the 1982 line up for backing vocals). are all about bringing opera With John Payne as front their 25th anniversary. That Tickets are adults: $35, The one-hour perfor- ‘La bohème’ opens October musician, ASIA has released year, John Payne, Geoff $40 and $45. Group dis- to the community so that mances feature professional 6,” adds Wells. numerous studio and live Downes, John Wetton, Carl counts are available. Tickets people who might not oth- opera singers performing A question and answer albums, a live DVD and Palmer and Steve Howe may be purchased online at erwise have the opportunity arias from La bohème as period follows immediately has toured the world exten- contractually agreed that www.firehousearts.org up can experience the music well as those from other after the performance. sively for 14 years. Their John Payne would con- to three hours prior to the and drama in an intimate well-known operas. Sopra- For more details on the Firehouse Arts Center show tinue his 14 year legacy with performance, by phone at public setting,” says LVO no and Metropolitan Opera full production of La bo- will feature selections from ASIA as “ASIA Featuring (925) 931-4848, or in person Executive Director Eliza- artist Marie Plette, who will hème and the library pre- their upcoming release, John Payne." ASIA Featur- at the Firehouse Arts Center beth Wells. “We hope that sing the role of Mimi in the “Americana”, songs from ing John Payne has been Box Office. The entrance view programs, please visit the experience will encour- Bankhead Theater produc- www.livermorevalleyopera. the John Payne era, and hits touring in North America to free parking is on Spring age people to seek out other from the classic era such as since 2008. Street near First Street. tion, Tenor David Gustafson com

Studio Seven Plans Special Show Studio Seven Arts in Las Positas to Host Speaker on Bipolar Issues Pleasanton is hosting a spe- Las Positas College an- Commenting on the the campus bookstore; space visitor was the late Kim cial joint showing event on event, Las Positas College permitting, they will also be Peek, the super-savant who Saturday, Sept 29th, from nounced that famed author 10:00am to 2:00pm. and lecturer Tom Woot- Psychology Department available at the door. Visi- inspired the Oscar winning Award winning jewelry ton will speak to students Instructor, Ernest Jones said, tors are reminded that the film, "Rain Man," starring designer Grace McNabb, and interested community "Tom Wootton is an impor- campus has a $2 parking Dustin Hoffman. Other past nationally known for her members on October 3, tant advocate for change in fee. Daily tickets are avail- speakers have included "The distinctive, artisan jewelry 2012. Wooton has written the field of mental health. able from vending machines Father of Modern Sleep Sci- created with high end ma- two books: "The Bipolar He challenges us to shift our in the campus parking lots. ence," Dr. William Dement; terials and ingenuity will Advantage (2005) and "The thinking about mental health The College is located at Dr. John Ratey, bestselling join painter Floy Zittin. The Depression Advantage" disorders - from an emphasis 3000 Campus Hill Drive, author and associate clini- Saturday art and jewelry Painting by Floy Zittin. (2007). He is a nationally on the deficits to a more bal- Livermore 94551. For more cal professor of psychiatry demonstrations will offer a ing the best of nature with known speaker who uses anced and positive view of information, contact Profes- at Harvard Medical School; chance to talk to the artisans her watercolors on canvas, humor and hope, gained the person as a whole." sor Ernest Jones at (925) world-renowned neurosci- about their inspirations and featuring her signature im- from his own experiences Wooton's remarks are 424-1217 or ejones@las- entist and expert on stress, techniques. pressionistic style and influ- living with a mental condi- open to the general public. positascollege.edu. Stanford University Profes- Grace will discuss and ences from the orient. These tion, to illustrate insights He will be speaking in the The Las Positas Col- sor Robert Sapolsky, and Dr. display her work, including paintings feature colorful about how to gain control College's Multi-Disciplin- lege Department of Psy- Temple Grandin, regarded her unique techniques for abstract backgrounds with over mental challenges. His ary Building Lecture Hall, chology regularly presents as the world's most accom- combining stones and met- realistic subjects such as mission is to help people Room 2420 at 7:00 PM world-renowned speakers plished and best-known als into artful and colorful birds and flowers. on Wednesday October 3. and events for students and adult with autism, recently pieces. with mental conditions shift Studio Seven Arts ic lo- their thinking and behavior Admission is $10 with ad- Tri-Valley residents. A fre- portrayed in an award-win- Master illustrator Floy cated at 400 Main Street vance tickets available in quent Las Positas College ning HBO movie. Zittin specializes in paint- Pleasanton; (925) 846-4322. so that they can lead ex- traordinary lives.

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 5 Varied Topics Planned As part of Pleasanton Elementary Schools to Take Part in Fall Lecture Series International Walk to School Week Pleasanton elementary joy refreshments sponsored partial funding through the The fall 2012 lecture se- on modifications to strategic their fight against the Nazis. schools will join hundreds by the City of Pleasanton, Alameda County Transpor- ries at Congregation Beth deterrence; assessing latent “Rosenbaum’s talks are not of schools throughout the will be held beginning 30 tation Commission and Bay Emek starts October 3 with strategic capabilities; as- to be missed,” notes Holtz, nation in participating in minutes prior to the first Area Air Quality Manage- an exploration of the ancient pects of US cyber and space “He speaks with such clar- the International Walk to bell at each school. Many ment District Transportation city of Jerusalem and con- policy; and strategies in East ity and depth that you are School Week. Alisal, Hearst parent volunteers will help Fund for Clean Air, to plan cludes on December 5 with a Asia and the Middle East. brought into the world he is and Mohr schools will walk to coordinate the refresh- and manage school-related discussion of contemporary He is the author or co-author describing.” on Wednesday, October 3; ment parties to welcome the traffic. It also supports the Tel Aviv. The in-between of five books and more than Completing the series on Valley View, Vintage Hills hundreds of walkers each city’s Climate Action Plan’s and Walnut Grove schools morning. goals and objectives to re- presentations will focus on eighty journal articles and December 5 will be noted book chapters. His opinion scholar Ken Cohen who on Thursday, October 4; "Walk to School Day will duce greenhouse gas emis- Jewish resistance during and Donlon, Fairlands, and allow parents to spend time sions. Additionally, the Al- World War II and the Mid- articles have appeared in will trace the creation of Lydiksen schools will walk with their children and see ameda County Safe Routes dle East’s non-proliferation The New York Times, Wash- Tel-Aviv in the early 20th on Friday, October 5. how beneficial walking to to School (SRTS) Program challenges that will confront ington Post, and Wall Street century and how it evolved The promotion is spon- school is for their children is working closely this year the next presidential admin- Journal. His lecture will into becoming Israel’s cul- sored by the City of Pleas- and their school. It teaches with Mohr and Lydiksen istration. take place on November 15. tural and financial center. anton, Pleasanton Unified the students safe walking Elementary Schools as well “Our series covers a jour- Opening the series on Admission to all four School District and all el- habits and helps reduce traf- as Foothill High School to ney of over 3,000 years and October 3 will be lecturer of the lectures is $36. In- ementary schools. This fic around the schools," said implement programs and will focus on both historic Nitzhia Shaked who will dividual admission is $10. annual event, held in Pleas- Lisa Adamos, Economic De- campaigns to encourage as well as contemporary is- present an overview of Jeru- All lectures will begin at anton for the 12th year, pro- velopment Specialist with students and parents to walk, sues. We know that it will salem’s history. On October 7:30 pm. Congregation Beth motes pedestrian safety, im- the City of Pleasanton, when bike or carpool to school. be of great interest to the 24, award-winning historian Emek is located at 3400 proved air quality and parent asked to describe the goals More information on Rides broader general community Fred Rosenbaum, author Nevada Court in Pleasan- involvement. It is being of this event. to School can be found at as well as those of us in the of Taking Risks and Here ton. For more information: promoted as part of Rides to Rides to School is a col- www.pleasantonschoolpool. Tri-Valley region,” notes Jim There Are No Sarahs, will 510.318.6453. The series is School, Pleasanton’s School laboration of the City of org or by contacting Lisa Holtz, chair of the series. explore the different kinds of sponsored by Congregation Traffic Calming Program. Pleasanton and Pleasanton Adamos, City of Pleasanton Speaking on non-pro- resistance, both mental and Beth Emek and the Jewish Morning celebrations where Unified School District with at (925) 931-5039. liferation challenges in the physical, that Jews used in Federation of the East Bay. students and parents can en- Middle East will be Profes- sor Michael Nacht of UC at Bankhead Berkeley’s Goldman School the of Public Policy. Previous- La bohème Theater ly, Nacht was Assistant Sec- retary of Defense for Global Strategic Affairs from 2009- 10 for which he received the Distinguished Public Service ivermore Award, the highest civilian honor. He also served as alley Assistant Director for Stra- tegic and Eurasian Affairs pera in the US Arms Control and Disarmament Agency from 1994-97. Nacht participated in five US Presidential Sum- October 6, 13 mit meetings with the Rus- sian and Chinese presidents. at 8 pm Nacht's current research is October 7, 14 at 2 pm

Tickets: The Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Street, Livermore, online, or call 925.373.6800

www.LivermoreValleyOpera.com 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 Words Can Be Fun and Educational By Carol Graham lover to come back.” “Fiasco is a fun word tor) Mike Krukow didn’t life that you’ve also heard it. experiences, Cousineau Many people think the Growing up in a family to say,” noted Cousineau. just want to say the pitcher Like hors d’oeuvres.” hosts “Global Spirit” on word supercalifragilistic- that considered the diction- “Near Venice, on the island was lazy; that’s dull. Instead Cousineau made clear KQED, Monday nights at expialidocious was fabri- ary a contributing mem- of Murano where they have he said, ‘The pitcher non- that language is a thing 11. “I ask guests about cated by Mary Poppins. Phil ber, Cousineau’s interest in all the glass factories, there’s chalanted the play.’ That’s alive, an evolving creation words. One recently shared Cousineau knows better. words began early and never an old tradition: when glass- cool, isn’t it? That’s how to be embraced and enjoyed the word mokita. It’s the “It’s actually been around waned. blowers make a mistake - the words are born - in the mo- without concern of missteps. truth that everybody knows, since 1926, and in plain “If I hear a great word, I wrong color or the wrong ment.” “There are hundreds of but nobody speaks of.” English it means, ‘Atoning might write it on the back of shape - they throw the flask Towne Center Books reg- words dying to be revived,” When the conversation for the mistake that a well- my hand or on a beer coast- into the corner to be re-melt- ularly hosts popular authors, he said. “Have you ever turned to mondegreens, the educated person can make er,” he said. “I did that one ed or thrown away. Those speakers and artists. “People finished eating, maybe you mishearing of a phrase as a by over-relying on their own night with Van Morrison. I are called fiasca.” enjoyed the discussion and left part of your burrito on result of near-homophony, physical beauty,” he said. drank till seven in the morn- Cousineau attributes the hearing Phil read the defini- your plate, and your family Cousineau revealed one On September 12, the ing with him. I was filling up expansiveness of the English tions from his book,” said just keeps looking over at it? of his own. “You and me award-winning author, film- beer coasters discreetly on language, which has more owner Judy Wheeler. “I In Old English that’s called endlessly,” sang the Young maker, and TV host visited my lap with all these Irish than 1,000,000 words com- didn’t realize how many groaking. It took me 500 Rascals in their 1967 hit, Pleasanton’s Towne Center expressions I’d never heard pared to French and Spanish words were in the English words to describe something Groovin’. Cousineau said, Books to talk about one of before. The next morning which each have around language. I definitely need you’ve all experienced.” “I always thought they were his greatest passions: words. of course I could barely read 500,000, to immigration. to start expanding my vo- Marlene Smith-Baran- singing ‘You and me and “Some of the simplest them.” “An enormous number of cabulary.” zini, a Tracy writer who Leslie.’ I thought it was a words have the prettiest In his most recent book, colorful cultures have come Feeding off Cousineau’s attended the talk, said, “Phil song about a threesome.” origins,” said the San Fran- “The Painted Word, A Trea- in like tributaries coming childlike thrill of sound and is a wonderful storyteller, The Painted Word is a cisco resident. “For instance, sure Chest of Remarkable into a river, giving us the meaning, the audience con- hopping from word to word follow up to Cousineau’s allure means to attract or Words and Their Origins,” richest language in human tributed comments of their and country to country as popular 2010 book Word- captivate but also, in a mys- Cousineau explores the history,” he said. own. “I think there should he described how language catcher. teriously fascinating way, “changes, permutations, “The other night I was be a new word,” said one grows, changes and dies out, “Word catching,” said to charm. Most exotically, and transmogrifications” watching a baseball game attendee, “for a word you using vivid imagery in his Cousineau, smiling. “That’s it means to train a falcon to of words with a sense of where the pitcher was re- know because you’ve read descriptions.” what I’ve been doing for hunt and to lead it back to playfulness that belies his ally lazy. The Giants’ runner it, but it’s never occurred to Having travelled the years.” your wrist, like charming a determined research. reached first. (Commenta- you until relatively late in world collecting words and In which I write of Italian varietals - Please read responsibly By Harry Stoll 2011 Chouinard than Sangiovese, but it’s Chianti to contain at least wimpy. robe. It’s right on the Sometimes I wonder if Vineyards Barbera Rosé the reverse, with 75% 80% Sangiovese. American 2010 Big White House nose with plum, vanilla, Frank Morgan is behind Paso Robles ($16). This Sangiovese. The cab adds wineries cannot legally use Sangiovese Lodi, Ripken chocolate, and cardomom, the Internet, pulling levers refreshing off-dry delight is some zest to the friendly the name Chianti on their Vineyard ($28) Big White with a taste of coffee, black and throwing switches; very dark for a Rosé. I held sangio. It opens grandpa’s label or in their promo- House’s John the Younger cherry and spice. I cleaned much of what I read there it up to my well-tended humidor that holds cherry tions, but the spirit of those Marion, writes, “Mid-way up a Porterhouse steak with is useful, but I always Black Bacarra Red Roses. and raspberry flavors. fiascos lives on. between the Chianti and this heavy hitter that is just cross-check with another The colors matched, as did Simply put, this complex Garry Rodrigue of Tuscan styles, this Italian plain wow. Later I enjoyed site. it and a milk-braised pork wine can handle a heavy Rodrigue Molyneaux, and beauty boasts delicious a glass of it with some wineaccess.com tells loin lightly sprinkled with duty tomato sauce on any others have mentioned the raspberry, cranberry, car- Jamaican jerk. me that in Italy’s Piemonte kosher salt and freshly Italian dish, or other hearty possibility of those flasks damom and white pepper. Dolcetto teams up with region, producer of the ground pepper. dishes. Truth is, it is simply making a comeback, but Mellow tannins with full Barbera as an everyday famed Barolo and Bar- Now, a few words about a complex, tasty wine. the economics make it dif- mouth-feel make this wine wine in the Piemonte. baresco, one everyday the term, “Estate Bottled.” Remember thinking ficult. We probably won’t a popular one amongst Ital- Those Italians know how wine is Barbera, which is Many people tell me I’m Chianti was a type of see them used for any ian lovers.” I can’t improve to spend their days and bright and friendly with the only one who cares grape made into wine that American Sangiovese. on that. nights. mild tannins and plenty about this innocuous term, we bought in those reed- Generally, Sangiovese Montepulciano 2004 Eckert Estate of acids. It’s of course a but it’s important. The Fed- covered fiascos? Now that doesn’t handle tomato d’Abruzzo is a wine region Dolcetto Livermore Val- prima pizza vino but also eral label regulators allow we’re sophisticated we sauce pizzas. I like it with in the mountainous north ley ($18) The grapes are goes well with other rich it only if the grapes were know Chianti is an Italian Round Table Artisan Flat- of Italy. To carry the re- from a small vineyard near foods and hard cheeses. grown, harvested, crushed, wine region. Jim Gullett bread pizza. Honest these gional appellation, a wine Ruby Hill. The wine is full 2010 Chouinard fermented, aged, and bot- of Vino Noceto in Amador are good. I pair sangio with must be predominantly bodied and smooth, like Vineyards Barbera Paso tled by the winery listed on County set me straight the one made with moz- Montepulciano. Now, a one of those hefty actors Robles ($18.75). Wine- the label. It doesn’t guaran- on that over 10 years ago zarella, roasted vegetables, Livermore Valley offers who can dance. It brings maker Damien Chouinard tee the wine will be good, when I wrote he grew pesto, and topped by one from Lodi grapes. to the stage some smooth says it’s like the fruitiest, but it’s something to look Chianti. He grows and pro- tomatoes. 2010 Big White House black cherry, plum, and most brambly Zin with for. Mere “Estate” doesn’t duces primo Sangiovese in 2009 Rodrigue Moly- Montepulciano Lodi, berry flavors. It won both strawberry and raspberry cut it. Rodrigue Molyneaux a Chianti style. It’s a good neux Sangiovese Liver- Ripken Vineyard ($28). my heart and a bronze aplenty, with an added wines are estate bottled. place with the added at- more Valley ($28). A John the Younger again, medal at the 2011 Orange backbone of acidity. I 2009 Rodrigue Moly- traction of a Doggie Diner rubyesque Arabesque of writes that Montepulciano County competition. It challenged it with the neaux Cabiovese Liver- head they rescued from orange peel, tart cherry, ci- is a big fat grape with loved apple-stuffed pork tomatoiest pizza Melo’s of- more Valley ($29). From Hayward. gar box, with good acidity. heavy-hitting tannins and chops. Later I enjoyed a fered and I declared them the name, I assumed it had He recently e-mailed A gentle, kind, and tasty a deep color. Indeed it’s glass with a tart. co-champions, more Cabernet Sauvignon me that Italian law requires wine that’s mellow but not that dark purple of a king’s THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 7

Breast Cancer Livermore. breast cancer in their lifetime. formation on the projects and to visiting with seniors; taking Welcome autumn with a hike ValleyCare Health System Free medical advice will Men have a one in 1,000 risk sign up for a project. Questions books to Friends of the Library, to the hills in the upper part of will host the 3rd Annual Breast be available in the areas of of getting the disease. Our should be sent to the following and household repair. the park to watch this storied Cancer Symposium on Thurs- Internal Medicine, Cardiology, physicians and staff will dis- email: [email protected]. At the end of the day, partici- moon rise. Along the way, you day October 4, 6-8pm at the Women’s Health, Nutrition cuss: Surgical treatments from On campus projects, for both pants will return to the campus may spy some of the park’s Palm Event Center, 1184 Vine- & Diet, Dental, Chiropractic lumpectomy to mastectomy; children and adults, include at 5 pm to continue for worship inhabitants readying themselves yard Avenue in Pleasanton. The Services, Physical Therapy and Research, clinical trials and che- writing and drawing cards and a BBQ dinner. for the night. This hike will be Symposium is free and open to Alternate Medicine. There will motherapy; Hormonal therapy that will be sent to active duty about three miles, with moderate the public. be informational lectures by and biological therapy; Genetic military personnel, filling bags elevation gain. various specialists. In addition, risk factors; Lymphedema treat- with rice and beans for Open Harvest Moon Hike There is a $5 per vehicle The event features the fol- A Harvest Moon Hike is lowing speakers: Ruby Chang, there will also be various infor- ment and physical therapy; and, Heart Kitchen, and learning to parking fee at either entrance mational tables from non-profit Recovery after treatment crochet, knit, or tie knots for planned by the Livermore Area to Sycamore Grove Park. A $2 MD – “MRI of the Breast. Is it Recreation and Park District the Best Test?”; Nicole Jeffrey- organizations. Space is limited. Reserva- shawls and blankets. These and donation is requested to help For more information contact tions are required. Please call other projects will be set up in ranger staff on Sun., Sept. 30. support the programs unless Starr, MD – “Importance Meet Ranger Pat Sotelo at 6 p.m. of Breast Clinical Exams”; Suman Jain at suman1218@ 800.284.2878 or pull down the Fellowship Hall which is on other fees are specified. Partici- yahoo.com or Anand Gundu at “Cancer Services” on Find an K Street between 4th & 5th streets. at Sycamore Grove Park, 1051 pants may call 925-960-2400 for Rakesh Patel, MD – “Radiation Wetmore Road. Therapy: Less May Be More”; [email protected] or Event on www.OurSanRamon- Off campus projects, for more information. call the temple 925-449-6255. Hospital.com. both children and adults, include The harvest moon is rising Kavitha Raj, MD – “Breast on this last night of September. Cancer Genetics. Know You graffiti abatement, bike repair; Genes” Instructors Sought College Admission Rishi Sawhney, MD – The Livermore Area Recre- The Livermore Public li- “Personalized Breast Cancer ation and Park District is look- brary invites local high school LPC Presents Political Film Series in October Therapy and Survivorship: One ing for new instructors to teach students and parents to attend Size Doesn’t Fit All”; Rakhee community classes. a free presentation of “What The Las Positas College Capra and starring Spencer tion. Visitors are reminded Shah, MD – “New Paradigms LARPD is looking for new Colleges Want: An Inside Look Community Education Pro- Tracy and Katherine Hep- that the campus has a $2 in Surgical Management of instructors to teach Adult Fit- at College Admission Require- gram is offering a Political burn; room 2420 parking fee. Daily tickets Breast Cancer”; Angela Byars, ness (Core, Body Strength), ments for Grades 9 to 12." This Film Series in October. The October 17: "The Candi- are available from vending Lymphedema Therapist – “Un- Adult Cooking, Youth Dance event takes place on Thursday, presentations are open to date" - Directed by Michael machines in the campus derstanding and Preventing (Hip Hop, Bollywood, new September 27, 2012, from 5:30 Lymphedema”; and Mary to 6:30 pm in the Storytime the public and will feature Ritchie and starring Robert parking lots. The College is dance trends) and Preschool located at 3000 Campus Hill Prishtina, RN, OCN, CBPN- fun classes (fitness). Potential Room at the Civic Center Li- a facilitated discussion by Redford; room 2420 IC – “Facing Cancer Together. instructors with their own ideas brary, 1188 South Livermore Stuart McElderry, history October 24: "Dave" - Di- Drive, Livermore 94551. Better Outcomes Through for classes of all kinds are also Avenue. professor at the College and rected by Ivan Reitman and McElderry has taught Navigation” welcome to contact the District. Louise Gill, a college ad- author of the forthcoming starring Kevin Kline and politics and history in the Several local businesses To apply to be a contracted missions advisor will share political thriller "The Bar- Sigourney Weaver. Room movies at the University have become sponsors of the instructor, which requires a valuable information about what celona File." 2206 of Oregon and at Doane event and include: Safeway, City of Livermore business admissions officers expect from The four featured films McElderry will introduce College in Nebraska. He Toshiba, Valley Medical Oncol- permit, fill out the “Independent a student’s high school experi- will be shown on the first each film and discuss its believes that, with the No- ogy Consultants, Astra Zeneca. Contractors” form on LARPD’s ence, including the importance Local supporters are: Tri-Valley of extracurricular activities and four Wednesdays of October context. After the film, he vember election fast ap- employment page: www.larpd. proaching, there is no better Socks, Sandra Wing Founda- dst.ca.us/employment/employ- what courses are required. at the Las Positas College will lead a discussion with a tion, American Cancer Society ment.html. For more informa- For questions or more in- in room 2206 or 2420. The question and answer period. time than now to examine and Marzel’s. tion, contact Moe Kline at formation, please call Jennifer films and their presentation Advanced registration for the way filmmakers have Light refreshments and [email protected] or call at 925-373-5500 ext. 5576, or dates are: each movie class is $10 by commented on American hors d’oeuvres will be served. 925-373-5717. visit the library website: www. October 3: "Mr. Smith credit card. Enroll online at politics over the past six Door prizes will be awarded. livermorelibrary.net. Goes To Washington" - Di- laspositas.augusoft.net or decades. "We will learn a Please RSVP by calling 800- Breast Cancer rected by Frank Capra and call 925-424-1467. lot," McElderry said, "about 719-9111, or register online at our culture's past as well as www.valleycare.com/educa- The Breast Center at San Ra- Neighbor2Neighbor starring James Stewart and Space permitting, regis- tionseminars. mon Regional Medical Center Transformation results from Jean Arthur; room 2206 tration will also be available its present. Even from those invites the community to a free working together to bring October 10: "State of the at the door for each presenta- movies we may have seen community seminar, “Breast about change. Buenas Vidas Union" - Directed by Frank before." Alternative Medicine Cancer 2012 – Advances in Youth Ranch, located north of The Hindu Community and Diagnosis and Treatment,” on Livermore has been effecting Cultural Center of Livermore Tuesday, October 2, 2012, transformation in young boys (Shiva Vishnu Temple) will be from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The and men for nearly 40 years. Shakespeare Festival Founder Honored conducting a free Alternative Now, that focus is changing seminar will be held in the South The Alameda County Medicine Health Fair. This Conference Room in the South to welcome young girls and Nominations for the Arts County Board of Supervi- health fair is open to all. Building located on the hospital women seeking a safe place Arts Commission is recog- Leadership Awards Pro- sors through a commenda- It will be held Sat., Sept. 29 campus at 7777 Norris Canyon from the ravages of sex traf- nizing five individuals for gram were submitted by tion ceremony presented in from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Road, San Ramon. ficking. Buenas Vidas is one their outstanding achieve- community members. The conjunction with the Coun- HCCC Human Services The speakers are Michael of several projects that the ments and contributions Members of the Alameda ty's celebration of California believes that service to mankind Sherman, M.D., Ph.D., oncolo- members and friends of First impacting the arts com- is service to God. It is with Presbyterian Church Livermore County Arts Commission Arts Day and National Arts gist and hematologist; Michael munity and residents of this in mind that we at HCCC Wynn, M.D., FACS, general will participate in on Sunday, selected five individuals to and Humanities Month on reach out to the community, surgeon; Lisa Berman, MSPT, September 30, 2012 from 8:30 Alameda County. Among receive the award, represent- Tuesday, October 2, 10:45 be it health, food or education CLT, certified lymphedema am – 2 pm. The community them is Livermore resident ing the five districts of the am at the Alameda County by touching people lives in our therapist; and Vanessa Cotton, is invited to join in working Lisa A. Tromovitch, Pro- Alameda County Board of Administration Building, own small way. R.N., M.S.N., nurse manager, together with neighbors to create ducing Artistic Director of Supervisors. 1221 Oak Street, Oakland. The location is the Shiva- The Breast Center. the transformation. Shakespeare's Associates, Vishnu Temple Assembly Go to www.fpcl.us; click The award recipients will This event is open to the One in eight American producer of the Livermore Hall, 1232 Arrowhead Ave, women are at risk of developing on the Neighbor2Neighbor an- be honored by the Alameda public. nouncement to find out more in- Shakespeare Festival.

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ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS on paved, level sidewalks, mostly in a music and wines on the terrace of or 373-6800. Figures & Faces Exhibit at the Figure- loop along Main Street, with some side Murrieta's Well on Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 6 Mark Anderson, Classical Pianist, head Gallery, exhibit of paintings, excursions.. There will be restrooms to 9 p.m. 3005 Mines Road, Livermore. Sunday September 30, 2012, Asbury drawings, and photographs celebrating and drinking fountains along the way. $50 per person, $40 Silver Spur Club United Methodist Church, 4743 East the human form. This show introduces Participants are encouraged to wear members plus tax; ticket includes live Avenue, Livermore. www.asburylivep- the work of six Bay Area artists new to comfortable shoes and dress in layers music, tapas and wine. Reservations resents.com, 925-447-1950. the Gallery in addition to new oil stud- for the changing temperature. World are required. Call 925.456.2395. www. Hot Buttered Rum Very Tasty!, Oct. 5, ies and drawings by local artist Carolyn Walk to Wellness hosts Saturday murrietaswell.com 8 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Lord. The exhibit runs through the end morning walks for all who are inter- Tenuta Vineyards, Movie night at the Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. www. of September. The Figurehead Gallery, ested. Contact walks@worldwalk- Vine Cinema (downtown Livermore). firehousearts.org 2222 2nd St. Livermore. Gallery hours: towellness.org to receive (free) weekly Thursday, September 27. 6:30pm. John Payne with ASIA, Oct. 6, 8 p.m. Wed., 12-6pm, Thurs., 12-8:30pm, e-mails of walk locations. Come wine taste and watch "One Flew Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Fri., 12-6pm, Sat., 12-5pm, and by Over the Cuckoo's Nest." $10 per per- Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. appointment. Call for information MEETINGS/CLASSES son, includes movie and wine tasting. org. 925-353-0419. Introduction to Paper Folding: Pleating Purchase tickets in advance at www. Perla Batalla, Oct. 7, 2 p.m. Firehouse Artwork of Alan Ryall, a Livermore artist and Simple Fold, instructor Goran vinecinema.com.More info contact us Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, who specializes in marine paintings, Konjevod. Taking signups for Septem- at (925) 960-1006. Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org is on display at Prudential California ber and October series of 4 classes Charles R Vineyards Mardi Gras Friday Jake Shimabukuro, Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m. Realty, 1780 First Street, Livermore, Friday evenings 7 to 9 p.m. $80 fee Night Uncorked – Friday, September Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., through Sept. 30. The public is invited includes materials. Call to sign up 925- 28 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. evening with Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org to attend. The Prudential show is open 353-0419 or stop by the Figurehead wine, fun, food and music on the patio or 373-6800. Painting by Bill Paskewitz for viewing during business hours, Gallery, 2222 2nd St., Livermore at Charles R. This Mardi Gras Friday Pacific Chamber Symphony, Fri., Oct. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday features specialty appetizers paired to 12, 8 p.m. Mozart: Symphony #40 in 'Coming Off the Wall; Exhibit p.m., or by appointment. For informa- 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring our award-wining wines. Featuring the G minor Haydn: Sinfonia Concer- The Figurehead Gallery, some of which no longer tion, contact Cher Wollard at 925 their own materials and easels. Open sounds of James Nagel, one of Liver- tante for solo quartet and orchestra. 824-4824 or [email protected] to all artists. Professional artist models more’s most popular artists. $10 ($5 Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, will feature lo- exist in the same view due to Livermore Art Association Group Art (nude). No instructor. Students under for members). Cost includes appetizers Livermore. . www.bankheadtheater.org cal artist Bill Paskewitz recent campus construction, Show will be open for viewing at the 18 need written parental permission to and a glass of wine. Wine for purchase or 373-6800. during the month of Oc- will also be on display. Livermore Library from September attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell available by the glass and bottle. 8195 Peppino D'Agostino & Carlos Reyes tober. An artist reception Educated in Manhattan 1 through September 30. About 35 Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Crane Ridge Road Livermore, (925) World Music, Oct. 12, 8 p.m. will be held on October 4, at the prestigious School works of art will be displayed featuring Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- 337-3315. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad local Valley artists and offering a able. Call or email Barbara Stanton Tenuta Vineyards. Saturday, October 6. Avenue, Pleasanton. www.firehouse- from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. His Of Art at Cooper Union, variety of subjects from realistic to ab- for more info about the workshop, "Dances with Wild Game" Fall Festival arts.org work can also be viewed at Paskewitz has studied with stract. Livermore Civic Center Library, 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ BBQ. 6-9:30pm $65 per person. Close to You: A Live Tribute to the the upcoming Artwalk on artists and teachers of unpar- Artist Gallery at 1188 S. Livermore earthlink.net. Venison, Salmon, Duck & Turkey. Come Carpenters, Oct. 14, 2 p.m. Firehouse October 13. alleled talent. He had been Ave. The gallery is open during normal Watercolor class, led by Dennis Collins, enjoy a night of great food, dancing and Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, accepted with a full schol- library hours. Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24, Bothwell Arts wine. 633 Kalthoff Common Livermore Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org A long-time art instruc- Pleasanton Art League, fall members Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Fee (925) 960-1006 Natalie MacMaster, fiddle virtuoso, Oct. tor, world traveler, and men- arship to Brooklyn’s Pratt exhibit at the Harrington Gallery in the $100. Collins is a signature member 23, 7:30 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 tor to both students and Institute but serendipity Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad of the National Watercolor Society and MUSIC/CONCERTS First St., Livermore. www.bankhead- accomplished artists alike, played a part in his eventual Ave., Pleasanton. Sept. 15-Oct. 20. has twenty years experience teaching Music every Saturday in the tasting theater.org or 373-6800. Paskewitz has been a driv- choice to study at Cooper www.firehousearts.org. art. Sessions are from 5:30 to 8:30 room from 12 to 4; open every day Kathy Kallick Band, Friday, October 26, 14th Annual Art in the Park Fine Arts p.m. To signup, contact Way Up Art & if the gate is open and for sure on 2012, Asbury United Methodist Church, ing force behind the art Union when he filled out the Festival, Oct. 6 and 7, 10 a.m. to Frame, 443-3388 or email frameit@ Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 11 to 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. www.as- department at Las Positas form for admission the day 5 p.m. Central Park, San Ramon. A wayupartandframe.com. 5. Red Feather Winery, 5700 Greenville burylivepresents.com, 925-447-1950. College for the past 24 before it was due and by a fund-raiser for Art in the Schools in Livermore Art Classes, Artist and art Rd., Livermore. Information at 449- San Ramon Symphonic Band - Let’s years. fluke, he was chosen out of the San Ramon Valley Unified School instructor, Thomasin Dewhurst offers 1871 or www.redfeatherwinery.com Dance, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m. Dougherty According to Linda 500 students to take the final District (SRVUSD). Showcasing the art art instruction to children and adults. Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- Valley Performing Arts Center, Albion of over 75 professional artists from Classes cover painting, drawing, urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 Rd., San Ramon; sanramonperformin- Ryan, manager of Bothwell test, and then was selected all around the Bay Area who work in sculpture, ceramics, collage, animation South Livermore Ave., Livermore. garts.com. 973-3343. Arts Center and The Art- as one of only 40 to attend painting, jewelry, ceramics, photog- and construction. For further informa- Tri-Valley Medieval and Renaissance walk, and a former student the school. Paskewitz went raphy and other media. Park located tion please call (925) 216-7231 email Collegium playing session for amateur ON THE STAGE of Paskewitz, “We’ve been further and earned an MFA at the Corner of Alcosta Boulevard & [email protected] or visit musicians, Peter Maund, director. Douglas Morrisson Theatre continues from City University of New Bollinger Canyon Road. Free admission, http://childrensartclassesprojects. Mondays 7:30–9:30 p.m. 7600 Dublin its 2012 “Family Portraits” season lucky. Bill has had a huge children's hands-on art activities, live blogspot.com Blvd., suite 370, Dublin. $25. Informa- with Grey Gardens, the humorous and impact on a lot of the art- York (CUNY). music, food and wine, sidewalk chalk Young Artists' Studio has openings in its tion [email protected] or heartbreaking Broadway hit musical ists in this area. I wouldn’t Paskewitz looks for spon- art exhibition, juried art exhibition. school year art classes for youngsters 925-424-1209 or 925-984-4395 about Big Edie and Little Edie Bouvier say that Bill was an ‘easy’ taneity and a dialogue with Alamo Danville Artists’ Society, San in grades 2 through high school and Authentic New Orleans Style/Dance- Beale, the eccentric aunt and cousin teacher, which was why he his subjects. He has a real Ramon Arts Foundation, and City of beyond. Classes will begin in October. able Dixieland Traditional Jazz now of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Nomi- rapport with shapes, forms, San Ramon. www.ADAS4ART.org, www. All kinds of drawing and painting as at Sunol Jazz Cafe`. Comfort food nated for 10 Tony Awards and winner of was so effective. I really had sanramonarts.org, www.sanramon. well as printmaking and sculpture are served up with Smokin' Hot Jazz every three, Grey Gardens features book by to work hard, and learn what lines, light and content. Of ca.gov offered in our large and well equipped 1st and 3rd Wednesday Mission Gold Doug Wright ( Quills, I am My Own Wife I was doing.” his paintings, he explains, Coming Off the Wall, Oct. 3-27, new home studio. Peggy Frank has been Jazz Band. Dinner orders begin at 6 ), music by Scott Frankel, and lyrics by Entitled “Coming Off “I paint with varying brush works by Bill Paskewitz, exhibit at providing art experiences for valley pm; music from 7:30. Michael Korie. Grey Gardens weekends the Wall,” the exhibit will pressures and gestures and I Figurehead Gallery, 2222 Second St., youth for over 30 years. Contact her by Chris Bradley's Jazz Band, plays at the through September 30, 2012, at the Suite 21, Livermore. Artist's reception email at [email protected] or by Sunol Jazz Cafe (In the Center of Sunol) Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. include recent watercolors control transparent puddles Oct. 4, 6 to 9 p.m. 337-1799. phone at (925) 443-8755. the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month Third Street, in Hayward. The Douglas and oils of Paskewitz’s An- of color. I produce a memory Livermore ArtWalk, Oct. 13, artists 7:30-9:30 p.m. The band features real Morrisson Theatre is a program and tioch home and environs. of my experience. The im- exhibit in pocket parks and plazas in WINERY EVENTS Jazz from the 1920's. facility of the Hayward Area Recreation He will also show paintings ages are the efforts made downtown Livermore. www.bothwel- The Winemaker's Pour House, Be Happy Harmony Fusion Chorus of Sweet Ade- and Park District. (510) 881-6777; of scenes and subjects from visible from my experi- lartscenter.org. At "Happy Hour" with Livermore Valley lines, Return to Vaudeville, Sat., Sept. www.dmtonline.org Pleasanton Art Walks, meet at 9 a.m. Wine. Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 4 to 6 29, 2 p.m. matinee, 7:30 p.m. show. A Moon for the Misbegotten, by his recent trips to Europe, ences.” in the parking lot next to City Hall, 200 p.m. Buy a glass of Livermore Valley Danville Village Theater, 233 Front St., Eugene O'Neill, 13th annual Eugene Russia, and beyond –work The Figurehead Gallery Old Bernal Avenue (adjacent to the Wine or Flight and order a Flatbread Danville. Information harmonyfusion. O'Neill Festival presentation, The that shows a strong contrast is located in Downtown public library). Guest leaders Nancy for half price. Take the wine puzzle org. Tickets www.villagetheatreshows. Old Barn, Tao House, Danville. Sept. of light and shade on for- Livermore at 2222 2nd St. and Gary Harrington, will lead the walk. challenge. Ask the wait staff for the com, 314-3400. 27-29, 9 p.m., Sept. 30, 3 p.m., Sept. Suite 21. Call 925-337-1799 Tour repeated Nov. 10; other walks wine puzzle. Information call (925) Jasper Wood, violin, David Riley, piano, 28-29, 8 p.m. Tickets to show only, eign forms of architecture planned for Oct. 13 and Dec. 8, as well 215-2656 or visit www.winemaker- Del Valle Fine Arts concert, Sept. 29, 8 $35. 820-1818. www.eugeneonell. and sculpture. Local scenes or 925-353-0419 or e-mail as Oct. 20. Allow at least 90 minutes spourhouse.com. p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., org. Presented by the Eugene O'Neill from Las Positas College, [email protected] for each Art Walk. These walks will be La Luna Fridays, evening of tapas, live Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org Foundation in partnership with the THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 9

National Park Service. On Sept. 28-29, VOLUNTEER hold a fund-raiser at the Vine Cinema reading selections based on member Information www.museumonmain.org 556-4500. pre-show fund-raiser in the courtyard: Livermore-Amador Symphony needs on Thurs., Oct. 18. The festivities begin recommendations and consensus. or (925) 462-2766. Livermore Downtown Halloween $75 includes deli-boxed dinner, wine, string players starting this fall- at 7 p.m. Lyrics will be displayed on No homework required– share your Fall antiques and collectibles street Carnival, Saturday, October 27, 2012 beer, desserts, music, a presentation -especially viola and cello players. the screen. Tickets are $10 per person. insights or just listen in! Contact Susan fair, Oct. 14, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hosted from 1 to 5 p.m. Activities for families about the play and priority seating at Please contact: Manager@LivAm- They can be purchased at brownpaper- at 337-1282 regarding the We’re by the Pleasanton Downtown Associa- with children in the 5th grade and performance. Transportation provided Symph.org or call the manager and tickets.com or at the door beginning at Talkin’ Books! Club. tion, www.pleasantondowntown.net. younger. $5 Fun Passes are available by shuttle service from the Museum leave a message at 925-447-8789. 6 p.m. on Oct. 18. Jeans & Jewels Goes Gatsby, Thurs., Halloween Brew Crawl, Downtown at the booths, day of, at Livermore Val- of the San Ramon Valley by National Rehearsals are on Tuesday night at Firehouse Fright Night Movie Festival, Oct. 4, 6 to 10 p.m. Tri-Valley Conser- merchants, restaurants and local ley Plaza and J Street and at K Street. Park Service. East Ave. Middle School in Livermore. the Firehouse is showing two movies vancy annual gala fund-raising event. breweries will come together on Livermore Downtown Association (925) Pleasanton Senior Players Present Concert season starts with Pops at for the older crowd that will offer some Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery, 410 Saturday, October 20 for the Halloween 373-1795. You Can't Get There From Here, the Livermore Comm. Center in Oct./ Halloween chills, thrills and late night Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton. Hosted bar, Brew Crawl, 5 to 8 p.m. Hosted by the Pleasanton Fall Scavenger Hunt, Little Sept. 28, 7 p.m.; Sept. 29 and 30, Nov. followed by 4 concerts: Dec., Feb., “camp." Oct. 29, 9:30 .m., Oct. 27, dinner, dancing, cocktail, live auction. Pleasanton Downtown Association, boys and ghouls will line Main Street 2 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 March and May at the Bankhead in 10 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 449-8706. www.trivalleyconservancy. www.pleasantondowntown.net. for a Halloween scavenger hunt, Muse- Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. www. Livermore. See website for more info: Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. org. Harvest Fair, Sat., Oct. 20, noon to 6 um on Main, 603 Main St., Pleasanton. firehousearts.org LivAmSymph.org firehousearts.org. Livermore Airport Open House, Sat., p.m. Heritage Park and Museum, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to noon. Hosted by Incident at Vichy, Friday, Saturday Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.cityofli- corner of Donlon Way and Dublin Blvd., the Pleasanton Downtown Association, 8pm; Sunday 2pm; Oct. 19 – Nov. 10, AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS CHORAL vermore.net Dublin; tractor pulled hay wagon rides, www.pleasantondowntown.net. 2012, Role Players Ensemble presents Auditions, The Full Monty, Tri-Valley Valley Concert Chorale, Songs of Laugh- Ed Kinney Lecture Series, 7 p.m. An food, arts and crafts, Bluegrass Band Revising Towards a Vision Workshop Incident at Vichy by Arthur Miller. Repertory Theatre production. Audi- ter – An Afternoon with Gilbert and Evening with TV Horror Host John music, historic schoolhouse and Kolb with Jose Faus, Oct. 20, noon. Fire- The Village Theatre, 233 Front Street, tions 10/21 at 7pm & 10/22 at 7pm. Sullivan, including The Mikado, Pirates Stanley, Tues., Oct. 9. Firehouse House Museum open for tours. $5 house Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Danville. Tickets $20 - $28 – call Call-backs (by invitation only) 10/28 of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore, and Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, admission. 556-4500. Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org. (925) 314-3400 or buy tickets online at (5:30pm dance call, 7pm vocal and more. Raffle prize drawings. Sunday, Pleasanton. $10 general admission, Harvest Moon Barn Dance, Sat., Oct. Earth Tones/Heart Sounds a Special www.villagetheatreshow.com or at the read). 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite October 21, 3 p.m. at Asbury United $5 members & seniors, $3 students/ 20, 6 to 8 p.m. Heritage Park and Poetry Event, Oct. 21, 2 p.m. Firehouse Community Center, 420 Front St. 101, Pleasanton. All roles open, no pay, Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave, teachers with ID. All tickets are paid at Museums, corner of Donlon Way and Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleas- Deathtrap, Chanticleers Theatre's 2012 no AEA. Bring resume, headshot and Livermore; tickets $40 each. www.val- the door. All tickets are open seating. Dublin Blvd., Dublin. $5 admission. anton. www.firehousearts.org. season closer, is the longest running conflict calendar. Be prepared for and leyconcertchorale.org or 866-4003. comedy-thriller on Broadway and was dressed to dance. For more information nominated for a Tony Award for Best www.trivalleyrep.org/auditions OPERA Play. Director Gary Wright has put Livermore-Amador Symphony Livermore Valley Opera, free concert Tuskegee Airman Pays Return Visit to College together an outstanding cast to make Association applications for the 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 30 at the this mystery an audience delight. 40th annual Competition for Young Pleasanton Library. Highlights from Las Positas College has his 18th combat mission on Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jeffer- Appearing are Chanticleer veteran Musicians deadline is Sun., Oct. 7, Puccini's La Boheme and a variety announced that Lt. Col. August 2, he was shot down son's remarks are open to actors C. Conrad Cady, Lindi Press, 2012. Open to instrumentalists and of opera arias. Tony Award winner, Alexander Jefferson (Ret.) over southern France. After the general public. He will Svetlana Coutre, Kai Brothers and John vocalists who reside or attend school in Eugene Brancoveanu, Stage Director Sellen. Opens October 19th and runs Livermore, Sunol, Pleasanton, Dublin, for La Boheme will speak about this will speak to students and being held in a prisoner-of- be speaking in the Main Friday and Saturday through November or San Ramon. Students are eligible upcoming production in Livermore. He interested community mem- war camp in Poland he was Stage auditorium of the 10th at 8:00 pm with matinees on through grade 12. If not enrolled in will also sing excerpts from his role in bers on October 3, 2012. freed by General George College's Mertes Center Sunday October 28th and November high school, the maximum age is 17. the opera as Marcello. Other principal Jefferson is best known as a Patton's Third Army. for the Arts at 12:30 P.M. 4th at 2:00 pm. Tickets at $18 general All instruments will be considered. singers from Livermore Valley Opera's admission and $15 seniors 60+ and Two winners will perform as soloists production of La Boheme will perform. member of the 332nd P-51 Las Positas College His- on Wednesday October 3. students are at chanticleers.org or with the symphony on Feb. 23, 2013. Information at (925) 931-3400. Red Tail Fighter Group, tory Department Instructor, As a community outreach 510-SEE-LIVE. Chanticleers Theatre, Each winner/soloist will be awarded Livermore Valley Opera, Puccini's La celebrated as the "Tuskegee Teri Ann Bengiveno, Ph.D., effort of Las Positas Col- 3683 Quail Avenue, Castro Valley. $300. Completed applications must Boheme October 6, 7, 13, and 14. Airmen," and as the author Asbury Follies, Saturday October 20, be accompanied by an $8 applica- Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., has organized Jefferson's lege, there is no charge for 2012, Asbury United Methodist Church, tion fee and a CD or cassette tape Livermore. . www.bankheadtheater.org of "Red Tail Captured-Red visit with the assistance of admission. However, visi- 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. www.as- for preliminary screening. Additional in- or 373-6800. Tail Free" - his personal The Viet Nam Veterans of tors are reminded that the burylivepresents.com, 925-447-1950. formation may be obtained from www. World War II story. Diablo Valley, an organiza- campus has a $2 parking West Side Story, Tri-Valley Reper- livamsymph.org or by contacting the MISCELLANEOUS tory Theatre mainstage musical, competition chairperson at 447-1947. Political Issues Book Club meets the This is a return visit to tion that she has long sup- fee. Daily tickets are avail- weekends, Oct. 20-Nov. 4, Bankhead Journey to Livermore Bethlehem, Audi- 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Las Positas College. Jef- ported. In commenting on able from vending machines Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. 8 tions for major speaking and singing books about issues and trends that ferson, 91 years old, first the event, Dr, Bengiveno in the campus parking lots. p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. parts for Journey to Living Bethlehem in are driving current affairs in both the spoke at the College in 2010. said "The campus is honored The College is located at Sundays. www.bankheadtheater.org or Livermore will be held Saturday, Sept. national and international arenas. 373-6800. 29 at St. Charles Borromeo Hall/Pope Topics that have been covered include On this visit, as on his first, to welcome back Lt. Col. 3000 Campus Hill Drive, California Theatre Center, The Sleeping Room 8am-2pm. Performers must politics, governance, economics, mili- Jefferson will discuss his (Ret.) Jefferson to share Livermore 94551. For more Beauty, 9:30 and 11 .m., Oct. 31, commit to weekly evening rehears- tary affairs, history, sociology, science, experiences as a member of his remarkable experience information, contact Dr. Teri Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., als beginning mid-Oct, 3 full dress the climate, and religion. Contact Rich the "greatest generation." He Livermore. Includes lesson guide. www. rehearsals in Nov/Dec and 5 nightly at 872-7923, for further questions with us and to educate a Ann Bengiveno at (925) ctcinc.org., 800-606-0424. performances, Dec. 13-17. Please go We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- received his pilot's wings in new audience about one 424-1287 or tbengiveno@ to www.facebook.com/livingbethlehem centered book group led by a small July 1944 and was based in man's historic contribution laspositascollege.edu. COMEDY to complete audition form. Drop off group of book club veterans, with Ramitelli, Italy. While on in World War II." Comedy@ Firehouse Arts, Greg Hahn, form prior to 4pm Thurs., Sept. 27th to: headliner, Marianne Sierk, opener, Crystal Meyer c/o St. Charles Borromeo Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 7:30 1315 Lomitas Ave (drop off box just pm. Firehouse Arts Center is located at in church office/rectory); or e-mail 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. For form to journeytolivingbethlehem@ tickets, call 931-4848 or go to www. gmail.com firehousearts.org MOVIES DANCE Classic Film Series, "Make 'em Laugh," Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn hosted by Candy Klaschus, film histo- how to dance with great instructors rian and coordinator of the Humanities from It's All About Dancing, new dance Program at Las Positas College; every week from Salsa, Tango, Swing presented by Las Positas College and and more. Group lesson starts at 7:30, the Pleasanton Library, Thurs., Oct. 4, followed by open dance until 9:45 in 7 p.m. Mr. Deeds Goes to Town. Free our new location at the Bothwell Arts admission. www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/ Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore; 925- services/library. 449-9292. $15. Sing-A-Long with South Pacific, Liver- more Cultural Arts Council (LCAC) will 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

soccer fields in what is in 1934 survived, and they now Independence Park had three children. Max near the end of Holmes starred in the movie The Street. Buddy remembered Prizefighter and the Lady, those early days: “We ran which debuted in Novem- between 2,400-2,500 hogs ber 1933. Also a Holly- at Twin Oaks. Max and I wood celebrity, Max Baer would come into town to Jr. acted the role of Jethro collect the garbage and Bodine on the Beverly Hill- feed the pigs and then we’d billies for nine years. Max and Buddy Baer clean the pens. You could Buddy too became smell us before you could a heavyweight fighter, Max Baer Park was The day he won that cham- see us coming.” known for his mild tem- named for the Livermore pionship. You couldn’t At age 20 Max left the perament and size by the resident who won the get for a mile around this farm to train in Oakland at nickname “Gentle Giant.” World’s Heavyweight place here—the cars, the Jimmy Duffy’s gym and He was 6 feet 6½ inches Boxing Championship by people, the Livermore had his first professional tall and weighed 250 defeating Primo Carnera band—Frank Higuera, he fight on 16 May 1929. pounds; big brother Max on 14 June 1934. The led them and they came He won 22 of his first 24 was only 6 feet 4 inches. Herald described that up and the Eagles—they fights, nine with first- Buddy started boxing evening: “Before fifty marched up and they had round knockouts. Although professionally in 1934 just thousand berserk fans in a parade up here. I’ve cleared of criminal charges as Max hit the highlight the Long Island bowl, the never seen so many—you in the death of Frank of his career, and although lad who started his career ask me today who all was Campbell after a Baer Buddy compiled a 48 on a Livermore hog ranch here, I couldn’t have told knockout in 1930, Baer win-7 loss record, he never pounded the largest man in you. ... You’ve never seen was much affected by the won a national title. Both fistiana’s history to a help- anything like it—they just circumstances. For several brothers were defeated by less, staggering hulk—so went wild!” Frances finally months he refused to fight, Joe Louis, and they later badly beaten that Referee went upstairs to put her and when he did return joked that they had tried Arthur Donavan had to children to bed; when she to the ring, for a while he to get a rematch with Joe, stop the slaughter at the came down, she found that lost bouts because of his but the boxing commission end of the eleventh round.” someone had rolled up all reluctance to be aggressive. wouldn’t let them both in Baer’s grand-nephew the rugs, and people were His older son, Max Baer the ring with him at the wrote: “Legend has it that dancing in her living room. Jr., objected to his father’s same time. on the night Max won the Someone brought a keg of portrayal in the 2005 film Photo of Max Baer courtesy of Jacquie Williams-Courtright The Fraternal Order of heavyweight title, all of beer from town, and the Cinderella Man: “It is a Eagles named their heart Livermore descended on party continued. lie that my father boasted his way through his career. fund for Max after his early his sister Frances’s house Baer lost his title the Jack Sher wrote in Sport about killing two fight- death of a heart attack, ... and celebrated. Accord- following year, but he magazine,“‘How could Although he never fully ers in the ring. He cried realized his potential, Baer and Buddy made count- ing to family stories, the continued boxing until his they keep me out,’ he about what happened and less personal appearances celebration actually lasted retirement in 1941. During demanded. ‘Why I started won the heavyweight had nightmares over it. He title, and he entertained as a singer around the two days until Frances World War II, both Max the damn thing, getting helped put Frankie Camp- country to raise money for [Santucci] shut off the and his younger brother, Hitler all riled up by beat- an America rocked by the bell’s children through Depression. The Hall of the fund. After surviving a lights to her house and Buddy, also a boxer by ing Schmeling and then college.” heart attack in 1962, Buddy shooed away the celebrat- then, entertained the sol- getting Mussolini against Fame record shows that With some of his early he won 72 bouts, with 53 felt an added incentive to ing townsfolk.” diers with boxing exhibits us by what I did to poor winnings, Max bought his continue his work for the Frances Baer Santucci and song and dance acts. old Primo!’” Baer was knockouts, and lost 12. mother and father a com- The Baer family moved Max Baer Heart Fund. He herself told of the event in Max couldn’t pass the inducted into the Boxing fortable home in Oakland. appeared in 15 Hollywood an interview for the Liver- army physical because of Hall of Fame in 1995. Hav- to Livermore after Max His marriage to a movie finished the eighth grade. films, including some with more Heritage Guild in old boxing injuries, but ing perhaps the most pow- star ended in divorce, but Abbott and Costello. 1982: “I’m telling you, it he objected so vocifer- erful right hand in heavy- In their teens, Max and his later marriage to wait- Buddy lived at Twin Oaks (Readers can reach me at was something that you’ve ously and so publicly that weight history, Max Baer ress Mary Ellen Sullivan [email protected].) never seen in your life. he was allowed to join. wise-cracked and clowned Ranch, located near the Community Invited to Take Part in Livermore High Homecoming Festivities The Livermore High spread over Oct. 3, 4, 5 and Wednesday, Oct. 3 will the Homecoming Football a Homecoming Fair, con- Float & Skit. School Associated Student 6. This is a new logistical be a Minimum Schedule Game. The Livermore High sisting of various clubs and The theme for Home- Body (A.S.B.) has unveiled configuration for the A.S.B. school day. A Spirit Ral- School Cowboys will play community organizations, coming Floats & Skits is a new look for Home- that allows for ground break- ly will be held during the the Amador Valley High will be held on the Blacktop. “Livermore Goes Broad- coming Festivities for the ing alterations to the festivi- school day. On Oct. 4, Floats School Dons. During Half On Oct. 6, the Homecoming way: Musicals.” 2012-2013 school year. ties, while still maintaining & Skits will be presented Time, students will as usual Dance will be held in the The senior class will Homecoming will be held core traditions. The A.S.B. and judged. Floats this year parade around the field. evening. The week preced- present Grease, the junior the week of Friday, October encourages all Livermore will once again be able to The Homecoming Queen ing Homecoming will be class Wicked, the sophomore 5, 2012. families and community drive onto the L.H.S. Foot- and winners of Float & Skit Spirit Week. Themes of class Rock of Ages, and the School will not be in members to participate in ball Field to be presented. competition shall be an- individual days are yet to freshmen class High School session on Oct 4 and 5. As a these festivities. Oct. 5 will be the day of nounced. Before the game be decided but will tie into Musical. result, the festivities will be THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 11

(Organizations wishing to run notices ated will screen the Vice-Presidential debate Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tables rent for $55 Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday call the church office at (925) 447-3289 or in Bulletin Board, send information to PO at its regular dinner meeting on Thursday, one table and $80 for two (same vendor). Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program SaintBartsLivermore.com. Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of October 11, at 5:00 p.m. David Wolfe, No outside tables allowed. All proceeds from support organization based in Livermore. on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church Bulletin Board or email information to edit- Howard Jarvis Tax Association, will also be table rentals go to help the Lions club proj- S.A.M. has been in operation since January community is welcome. United CC is an follows the traditional 1928 Book of Com- [email protected]. Include name of speaking on the ballot propositions. This ects. The Bothwell Center for the Arts, 2466 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 mon Prayer. 193 Contractors Avenue, Liver- organization, meeting date, time, place and event will be held at Cattlemen's Restaurant, 8th Street, Livermore. Lunch and snacks support of deployed troops. Preparation for more information. more. Sunday service at 10 a.m. Sunday theme or subject. Phone number and contact 2882 Kitty Hawk Road, Livermore. Entrees are available and sold by the Livermore of comfort packages takes place every Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- school provided. For information, contact Fr. person should also be included. Deadline is include Sirloin Steak, Broiled Salmon, Cae- Lions Club. Joan @925-980-2628 email: other week - all year long. Providing morale non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday Ben Brown at 925/906-9561. 5 p.m. Friday.) sar Salad, or Cheese Ravioli. Members $26, [email protected] support for those deployed. All information school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 East Tri-Valley Equine Affaire. Oct. 27 at guests $30. For reservations contact Phyllis Home Energy Efficiency Workshop, provided is confidential and is not shared a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. Avenue, Livermore, worship service 10:30 Robertson Park in Livermore from 9 a.m. at 925-462-4931 or email coupclan1962@ Learn how to get up to $4,000 in rebates for security purposes. To submit a name Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are welcome. to 5 p.m. Parking and admission are free. pacbell.net. on a home energy efficiency upgrade on and address, inquire about donations or Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) Fund-raiser to benefit Reins in Motion, an 3rd Annual Shop for the Cause Vendor Saturday, September 29, 10:00 am to 11:30 helping, please visit www.operationsam.org, services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Unity of Tri-Valley Church, 9875 Dublin adaptive riding center. The day will include Faire fundraiser for National Alliance on am at the Dublin Library Community Room, email [email protected] or call a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Canyon Rd., Castro Valley. More room for horse trailer safety, horse chiropractic and Mental Illness (NAMI), Tri-Valley Chapter. 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin. RSVP at Dublin 925 443-7620 for more information and the org/ All are welcome. all the new classes, small groups, new massage clinics, food trucks, live music, Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. Energy Workshop or call (510) 891-6528. calendar of events. The deaf community is invited to children's and teen programs, and Sunday drill teams, kids’ petting zoo, vendors, to 6:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall, This event is free and open to all Alameda Community Resources for Independent worship at First Presbyterian Church in services (at 10 a.m.). All are welcome. Rev. demonstrations. Clinic will be led by Susan 522 South L Street, Livermore. Funds are County homeowners. Refreshments will be Living (CRIL) offers services to help people Livermore, where ASL translation will be Harriet Hawkins, minister. (925) 829-2733. Dockter, limited space $175 for 6 hours of being raised to help sustain programs, provided. with disabilities and supports them to provided every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The www.trivalleyunity.com Check out Unity of Tri proactive horsemanship. Vendors & sponsors which include providing advocacy, mental Alameda Creek Alliance, annual live independently and participate in their church is located on the corner of 4th and Valley on Facebook. are still needed. Sponsors contact Pat health resources, family, consumer and membership dinner, Fri., Sept. 28, 6 p.m. community for as long as they are willing L streets. Little Brown Church, United Church Murray 925-846-2673 or samzpam@sbc- parent support groups, educational classes Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum, Fremont. and able to do so. CRIL maintains offices in Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 global.net Vendors contact Barbara Hoffman and presentations. For more information, Presentation, Natural History of the Alameda Hayward, Fremont and Livermore to provide Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. 510-589-2572 or birdhousesbybarb@aol. see NAMI Tri-Valley’s website at www. Creek Watershed," by Robin Grossinger of information and referrals and provide all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 com For more information and registration nami-trivalley.org. the San Francisco Estuary Institute. Dinner community education at senior centers and Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible Pathway Community Church, 6533 forms visit: www.ReinsInMotion.com or www. Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring from Our Cuban Kitchen, wine for sale by the affordable housing complexes to residents study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship TriValleyTrailBlazers.com Club, Sat., Oct. 29, 67 miles, meet 9 a.m. glass or bottle. 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont. of Southern Alameda County. The Tri-Valley prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, Writing Club Young adults, ages 12- at Half Moon Bay community center, Alaine 5:30 p.m. Tickets $55 per person. To order office is located at 3311 Pacific Avenue, office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. adult programs. Biblically based practical 21, are invited to join The Writing Club at Nadeau, 216-0801. Sun., Oct. 30, 35 miles, go to PayPal and click on the donate button Livermore 94550 and can be reached by Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. Sun- messages, nondenominational. All are the Livermore Public Library for fun-filled out to Pinole, meet 9 a.m. at Acalanes High to access www.alamedacreek.org. phone at (925) 371-1531, by FAX at (925) day worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. evenings of writing with author J.L. Powers. School, Gail Blanco, 872-1001. Wed., Nov. Soroptimist Pleasanton Dublin is 373-5034 or by e-mail at abril.tamayo@ Sunday school or Bible study for all ages org (925) 829-4793. This free event will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 3, 60 miles out Mines Rd., meet 9 a.m. at accepting applicatoins for Soroptimist cril-online.org. All services are free. at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 pm on the following Mondays: October 15, old Nob Hill parking lot, Alberto Lanzas, Awards. Applications are due by Dec. 2, RELIGION Wednesday nights there is adult Bible study S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. worship November 5, and December 17, 2012 in the 510-825-9581. Anyone planning to go on a 2012. Violet Richardson Award: Availlable First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for youth, and service. Bible Study/Sunday School 10:20. Small Conference Room of the Civic Center ride is asked to call the leader for details on to young woman between the ages of Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative children's choir for kids. Child care during all Bible Basics Class, which explores the main Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave. For more where to meet and what to bring. 14 & 17 who volunteer in the community Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional events. 447-1848, www.trinitylivermore.org. teachings of the Bible, meets at 7:00 Sunday information, please visit TEEN SPACE on Livermore Library Board of Trustees, or School. Women’s Opportunity Award: Service in the Sanctuary and children’s St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas night. Call 371-6200 or email pmjrmuel- the library’s website: www.livermorelibrary. meets 7 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 27 at the library, Since 1972, Soroptimist has been helping program. For more information www.fpcl.us Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following [email protected] for more info. net, or contact Jennifer at 925-373-5500, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. An agenda will be women reclaim their dreams through the or 925-447-2078. the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 extension 5576. posted at the library 72 hours prior to the Women’s Opportunity Awards program. This Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. Armchair Travelers, a monthly program, meeting. program provides cash grants to women St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at La Scola at 447-9800. trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for will take place at the Livermore Civic Center Computer classes, Learn basic Internet who are working to better their lives through 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages Centerpointe Church, 3410 Cornerstone The Story 9:00 a.m. to 10:00a.m.. Worship Library on Thurs., Oct. 11, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. skills at the Internet for Beginners class additional skills training and education. at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult Court, Pleasanton. Services: 9 a.m. blended Service 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. International cyclist Dan Moore will present a on Wednesday evening, October 3, 2012 For more information or to complete an worship service. AWANA children's program with choir and band. Childcare offered for Lynnewood United Methodist Church, photographic revisit of his May 2012 bicycle from 6:00PM – 8:00 PM, and follow up application visit: www.si-pleasantondublin. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. infants through age 6 and children start 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Sunday trip to Corsica, the island birthplace of with Searching the Internet on Wednesday org. Please mail applications to: Soroptimist Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. in the worship service. 10:40 a.m. (new worship at 9:00 and 10:30 am with Napoleon, off the southern coast of France. evening, October 10, 2012 from 6:00PM – International Pleasanton Dublin; P.O. Box 51, Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco time) contemporary worship led by a band. childcare and Sunday school at 10:30 am. Adults are invited to this free program on 8:00 PM. The Wonders of Google will be held Pleasanton, CA 94566 Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Sunday school for children and middle- Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer, minister. All the second Thursday of each month in the on Wednesday evening, October 24, 2012 Registration open for Community Information 447-8747. schoolers. www.centerpointechurch.org are welcome. www.lynnewood.org, 925 Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic from 6:00PM – 8:00PM. Classes are hands Education at Las Positas College. Register Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada 925-846-4436 846-0221. Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, on, first come, first served, and take place online. Classes include Spanish, Fencing, Court, Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 1040 Kol Nidre, for Secular Jews, the day is Livermore. For additional information please in Community Meeting Room B. For further German, or Zumba. Attend the new Politics Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with Florence Rd., Livermore. Sunday service at not holy, but is nonetheless, an important call 925 373-5500. information stop by the Civic Center Library in the Movies Lecture/Film Series. Prices the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- 10 a.m. For details please see our website holiday. Secular Jews will be observing Yom Ohlone Audubon will meet on October Information Desk or call (925) 373-5505. start at $10.View the catalog online. www. tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith at www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. Leo Ar- Kippur this year with an event sponsored 2, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the Carlton Plaza Afterschool Chinese club and class laspositascollege.edu/communityed Call Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or rowsmith at 456-0845. by Tri-Valley Cultural Jews. Kol Nidre, of Fremont, 3800 Walnut Ave. . Dr. Robert program in Livermore public school offered the office for more information: (925)- EastBaySecularJews.org. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 the eve of the holiday, will be observed Meese will present a program on California's by Royal Chinese Cultural Academy (RCCA) 424-1467. First Church of Christ, Scientist, Liver- Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services at the Bothwell Arts Center 2466 8th St. Tricolored Blackbirds. He will explore the weekdays, one day per week at Altamont Daughters of the American Revolu- more, has services at 10 a.m. every Sunday. on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. in Livermore from 7-8 p.m on Tuesday, tricolor's natural history, field identification, Creek, Arroyo Seco, and Smith Elemen- tion (DAR), Josefa Higuera Livermore Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 September 25. TVCJ is joining the rest of history of research and population trends. No tary schools in Livermore. 3-4pm or Wed. Chapter, meets 9:30 a.m. first Saturday held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church a.m. All are most welcome to come and the East Bay Jewish community in collecting admission charge. Refreshment served. For 1:40pm-2:40pm. Goal is learning a foreign of the month from September to May at and reading room are located at Third and worship with us and to enjoy our hospitality. canned and boxed food for the Alameda more information call 925-447-8843 or go to language in elementary school. (925) 265- Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 East N Streets. The Reading Room, which is For more information call the church office County Food Bank on both days. Suggested web site www.ohloneaudubon.org. 8591, [email protected] or Ave., Livermore. DAR is a women's service open to the public, features books, CDs and 925-462-4802. donation is $15 for adult non-members, Livermore -Amador Genealogy Society www.royalchineseacademy.org/ organization. Members are descended from magazines for sale. For information, call St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, which can be applied to membership. For meeting is on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 7:30pm at Harvest Park Middle School Cheer a patriot of the American Revolution and (925) 447-2946. 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Services on more information, 925 485 1049 or info@ Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Holiday Boutique on October 19. Vendors are dedicated to patriotism, preservation of Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday Sunday at 9:30 a.m. For more information Tri-ValleyCulturalJews.org. Reservations are Ct., Pleasanton. The speaker is Susan are being sought. The proceeds from this American history, and securing America's Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- recommended. Goss Johnston who will talk about ways to event will benefit the cheer program, helping future through education. Contact Pat at more. Information, 447-8840. find alternative sources, as in the case of to send the athletes to competitions this 447-8254 for more information. Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 lost military service records. Her research school year. Event, 6 to 9 pm. Harvest Park NAMI (National Alliance on Mental S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. in the records of the Selective Service Middle School Multipurpose Room - 4900 Illness), Tri-Valley Parent Resource and worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. adult Bible System might provide clues. No charge. For Valley Ave., Pleasanton. There will be a raffle Support Group is a twice-a-month parent study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship (in- more information contact Cheryl Palmer at as well. For more information on securing support group for parents with children to formal). For information, call 925-447-1246. [email protected] your table and/or service, please contact age 18 diagnosed with or suspected of hav- Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 José Maria Amador Chapter, Daughters Barrie Shaffer at [email protected] ing bipolar or other mood disorders. It meets East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Sunday of the American Revolution, NSDAR, will Peru: Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu First and third Tuesdays of each month worship. Information 447-1950. rededicate the grave marker of the chapter’s Picchu: 7 pm–8:30 pm, Thursday, October from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at Pathways Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday Ser- namesake José M. Amador, at its monthly 18. REI’s Ron and Joan Breuch will provide To Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge Dr., Suite vices 10:30 a.m. 545 N. L Street Livermore. meeting Sat., Oct 13. DAR is dedicated to a digital presentation of their recent journey #114, Pleasanton. The group is drop-in, (925) 447-4357 - www.calvarylivermore.org. promoting patriotism, American history with REI Adventures. Register at www.rei. no registration required and is free. Suzi St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 and better education. If you are interested com/dublin. REI Dublin October event, free Glorioso by phone: (925) 443-1797 or by North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services in learning more about DAR membership, and open to the public, 7099 Amador Plaza e-mail: [email protected] on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult contact José Maria Amador Chapter Regent Road, in Dublin. The public may contact REI Widowed Men and Women of Northern Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday Diane Groome at [email protected] Dublin’s Customer Service Department for CA., Mexican brunch in Pleasanton, Sept. school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday or by phone at 510-886-4032. Or contact more information, (925) 828-9826. 30, 11:30 a.m., RSVP by Sept. 27 to Hilda, at 7 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 Registrar Carole Vercellino at carole_verc@ Livermore Lions Club Annual Christ- 398-8808. Annual picnic, Pleasanton, Oct. p.m. 449-3824. hotmail.com. mas Boutique is looking for new vendors. 6, 2:30 p.m. RSVP to Ruby, 462-9636; United Christian Church, celebrating Tri-Valley Republican Women Feder- checks to Ruby by Oct. 2. 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Las Positas College Student Finalist for National Reporter of the Year Award The Associated Col- is a witty take on fears the Nov. 3 at ACP's fall conven- legiate Press recently an- world will end (based on tion in Chicago. nounced the finalists for its the Mayan Calendar) and This is the second time 2012 Reporter of the Year the upcoming presidential ACP has recognized Cruz Award. Las Positas College's election. as a top student journalist. In Brenda Cruz was named "I'm still trying to wrap 2010, she won third place in among the top three for the my head around the fact an the Story of the Year contest two-year college category. organization that represents for her article "Is LPC Re- Cruz is being honored the gold standard in colle- ally 'Lost Potential'." That for a collection of articles, giate journalism would ac- competition included two- year and four-year schools all in the 2012 edition of knowledge me," said Brenda throughout the United States Naked Magazine. Her cover Cruz, who served as Editor and Canada. story, "Is Technology the in Chief of the 2012 edition "As editor in chief of New God?" examines col- of Naked Magazine. "It's an The National Society Naked, Brenda Cruz set out lege students' dependence unbelievable honor. I defi- to create a magazine that of High School Scholars on technology and their nitely could not have done (NSHSS) announced that Brenda Cruz at work. intellectually challenging, detachment from organized this without the training, provocative and accessible. Livermore High School religion. Her article en- editing and support from my The Reporter of the Year editor from the Minnesota student Kathleen Marie She completely achieved titled "Back to the Future" beloved mass communica- contest recognizes individu- Associated Press. The com- her goal - and then some. Hornbacker from Livermore, explores the ramifications tion teachers. They've given als for outstanding writing petition included students How many students receive has been selected for of young adults being dis- me the confidence I needed and editorial leadership. from across the United international acclaim even membership. The Society engaged from politics. Her to do it and to move forward The two-year category was States and Canada. once? Brenda Cruz has been recognizes top scholars column "Is the End Near?" in the industry." judged by an award-winning The other finalists are Ali recognized twice so far. I'm and invites only those Hackett of Camosun College a little in awe of her talent," students who have achieved in Victoria, B.C., and Kasi said Melissa Korber, co- academic excellence. The Dickerson of Kilgore Col- adviser for Naked Magazine announcement was made lege in Kilgore, Texas. The and Mass Communications by NSHSS Founder and winner will be announced on faculty head. Chairman Claes Nobel, a LAWRENCE senior member of the family (continued from front page) that established the Nobel hours of service at the VA in writes, "Troop members are work. Many of the stories Prizes. “On behalf of NSHSS,I September 2010, Lawrence always pleased to see him are about Lawrence as he am honored to recognize the was promoted to “Rear Ad- there, as he lets them know does an incredible job." hard work, sacrifice, and miral.” He oversees all the how special they are and Lawrence is an AKC commitment that Kathleen “Petting Officers” at the thanks them for their service Canine Good Citizen and an Air Force Brig. Gen. Cary C. Chun has retired from the U.S. Air Force. has demonstrated to achieve VA. After moving through to our country with his wag- AKC Therapy Dog. Chun, who served in the military for 31 years, was assigned as the this level of academic the “Petting Officer” ranks, ging tail." In 2012, he was nomi- deputy commander for U.S. Strategic Command at the National Recon- excellence,” said Mr. Nobel. the Navy veterans promoted Lawrence has visited nated for the AKC Humane naissance Office in Chantilly, Va. him to “Rear Admiral” for schools, marched in parades, Fund Awards for Canine The brigadier general was born in Cavite, Philippines, at Sangley Point “Kathleen is now a member Naval Air Station when his father was on active duty in the U.S. Coast of a unique community of 1,000 hours of tail wagging. gone to board and care fa- Excellence. As the “lead” therapy dog at the VA, Law- Guard. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant upon graduating scholars - a community that Lawrence has worked with cilities, attended community from the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., in 1985. short-term and long-term events, and participated in rence is involved with the Chun gained extensive space operations experience working with U.S. represents our very best hope evaluation of all potential for the future.” Membership patients, in physical therapy, other activities in his nine- Space Command, Air Force Space Command, 14th Air Force, the National and with social workers plus years as a therapy dog. handlers and therapy dogs, Reconnaissance Office and Central Air Forces. He is a graduate of the Space in NSHSS entities qualified treating veterans with addic- He has about 1,900 hours and also shows new therapy Warfare Center's Space Tactics School. Additionally, he has supported the students to enjoy a wide tion problems and PTSD. He of service. dogs how to do the job at President and First Lady as a White House social aide. variety of benefits, including has had veterans certified to Wheeler observes, "I the VA. His tail has had a During his career, Chun commanded various squadrons, groups and scholarship opportunities, be his handler. One handler, have been so amazed at workout during his career. wings. He has also served as the Director of Space Forces while deployed academic competitions, to Southwest Asia for operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. who has been treated for the success of Lawrence’s His veterinarian has com- Chun's awards and decorations include the Defense Superior Service free events, member-only PTSD for many years, made work as a therapy dog that mented about all the muscle Medal, Legion of Merit, three awards of the Defense Meritorious Service resources, publications, a remarkable improvement I am writing a book about tissue around his tail. Medal, two awards of the Meritorious Service Medal, the Joint Service participation in programs once he became a handler his work and that of other When not working, Law- Commendation Medal, two awards of the Air Force Commendation Medal. offered by educational for Lawrence. therapy dogs. Tentatively rence enjoys lying outdoors He is the son of Hukeong and Celia Chun of Via Zamora, Escondido. partners, online forums, Since 2010, Lawrence entitled Successful Tails: in the sun, going for walks Chun is a 1981 graduate of Amador Valley High School, Pleasanton. with Pat’s granddaughters, He earned a master's degree in 1987 from the University of Southern Cali- personalized recognition has attended numerous Wel- The Wonders of Therapy fornia, Los Angeles; in 1990 from the Air Force Institute of Technology, items, and publicity honors. come Home Celebrations for Dogs, I hope to have it out carrying toys to Pat, and, of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio; and in 2003 from Air University, troops returning from Af- soon so I can share all the course, eating. Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. ghanistan and Iraq. Wheeler fantastic stories about their