VOLUME LII, NUMBER 22 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 Pleasanton Voters to Decide Eastside Planning Future

Pleasanton voters will the preferred plan or on the adjacent to the eastside asked, "Aren't they supposed drought is over as deter- determine if the process to draft environmental impact planning area, was recused. to also consider whether this mined by the governor, Zone Find Out What's approve an East Pleasanton review until voters have However, he spoke during is a good project?" 7 and the city council. I will Specific Plan will continue. their say in November. the public hearing in support At the time the process put any plan on the ballot if Happening The Pleasanton City Jerry Pentin was op- of completing the entire pro- begins again and a preferred it comes forward." Council voted 3 to 1 last posed. He supported a halt cess. He said that the major- plan were approved by a The eastside planning Check Out Section A week to place the issue on in the planning, but wanted ity elected the council know- council, there would be the began in 2012 with the ap- Section A is filled with pointment of a task force. information about arts, the November 2015 ballot. to tie water availability and ing that councilmembers potential to place the pre- people, entertainment and The result of the vote would the end of the current emer- supported moving forward ferred plan and EIR on a bal- Last August, the task force special events. There are be advisory. gency declaration in deter- with the eastside planning lot. If adopted, the decision removed all multi-family education stories, a variety In the meantime, the Task mining when the process process. by voters would be binding. housing and reduced the of features, and the arts and Force will complete its work might be started again. "It Councilmember Karla Mayor Jerry Thorne said potential number of units in entertainment and bulletin by recommending a pre- could be two or five years. Brown in commenting on last Tuesday, "The review the preferred plan from 1759 board. ferred plan. No hearings We don't know." asking the Task Force to process could begin at a to 1300. or action will be taken on Arnie Olson, who lives recommend a preferred plan, time in the future when the (See EASTSIDE, page 12) Livermorium Officials Celebration Set for Friday Look at How The third annual Liver- to Expand morium Day Celebration will be held on Friday, May Water 29th from 4:00 – 5:00 pm at Livermorium Plaza at Mills Recycling Square Park (corner of First Street and South Livermore Water officials are study- Avenue). ing the possibility of ex- Livermorium Day recog- panding the Valley's re- nizes Livermorium, chemi- cycled water capabilities. cal element 116, which was Elected officials and named in honor of the City their staffs met May 13 in and a team of scientists from Dublin to hear the Dublin the Lawrence National Labo- San Ramon Services Dsit- ratory. Livermore is one of rict (DSRSD) engineering only six cities in the world services manager Dan Mc- represented on the Peri- Intyre present an overview odic Table of Elements by a of recycled water options. named element. They then discussed those Mayor John Marchand options among themselves and the City Council will informally. host this year’s program that Currently, the Valley uses includes guest speakers and about 1 percent of the total presentations of the Alameda recycled water available in County Science and Engi- the Valley from the Liver- Photo - Doug Jorgensen more and DSRSD waste- neering Fair Student Awards, Iconic aircraft from World War II were on display at the Livermore Airport over the Memorial Day weekend. The water treatment plants. The Science Odyssey Awards, planes are part of the Collings Foundation Wings of Freedom Tour. Pictured in the foregrounds is the B-17 Flying water not used for irrigation the T-K Golden Bell Award Fortress. Other aircraft on display were the B-24 Liberator heavy bombers and a P-51 Mustang in the Valley flows to the and the Lawrence Livermore Bay for disposal, via the National Laboratory Teller LAVWMA pipeline, which Awards. was built for that purpose. The youth music ensem- Council Sends Trumark Plan to Early Stage Review The water goes through ble “Element 116” will also three stages of treatment, perform. The Dublin City Council voted 3-2 to start a general plan driveways, and garages, something that councilmembers called tertiary treatment, and For more information, amendment (GPA) study that would determine the effects and residents have been emphasizing. used in some Valley irriga- call the City Manager’s Of- of expanding residential density and shrinking commercial However, none of the councilmembers or Mayor David tion projects. fice at 925-960-4040. space on a 54-acre site north of the intersection of Dublin Haubert wants to see such a dramatic change in the density Recycling the water for Boulevard and Tassajara Road. The area is sometimes ref- and square footage numbers. The 3-2 vote reflected different turf irrigation frees up wa- erenced as the DiManto property. approaches in how to deal with the property. ter for potable purposes Sandia Councilmembers Kevin Hart, Doreen Wehrenberg, and Hart, Biddle and Wehrenberg wanted to see whether -- drinking, cooking, show- Don Biddle voted at the May 19 meeting to have staff begin further dialogue between Trumark and staff would result in ering and other household the study. Mayor David Haubert and Vice-mayor Abe Gupta some movement away from the proposed numbers during uses. Contract To voted against it. the GPA study process. A check-in with the city council However, the option At issue is Danville-based developer Trumark's request has been included as part of the process. The council could would have been to dis- Be Competed for a land use change from 550,000 square feet of com- have a good indication then about whether or not Trumark's charge it into the Valley's mercial space down to 90,000 square feet, and a residential development might measure up, said the council majority. streams, but it would have in Two Years density rise from 261 units to 399. On the other hand, Haubert and Gupta said it would be been difficult to meet dis- The U.S. Department of Much of the residential increase would switch planned better to delay the GPA study, because staff was charged on charge standards regulat- Energy has announced that high density units to single family homes with yards, (See DUBLIN, page 8) (See RECYCLING, page 5) it will hold a competition to choose a contractor to oper- ate Sandia National Labo- ratories starting in 2017. The Department could have LLNL: U.S. Trending Toward Cleaner Energy decided to compete the con- A continuing slow trend 2014, showing that the U.S. the Laboratory reported, re- apparently because of the carbon emissions from in- tract sooner, but exercised its away from traditional sourc- used nearly one percent flecting a rise in both rooftop continuing western drought. creased natural gas use made option to extend the existing es of energy like petroleum more energy than it had in installations and generating The Laboratory also re- up for the decline in carbon contract until May 2017. and coal and toward cleaner 2013. Despite that increase, plants that feed directly into leased a companion chart emissions from lower coal Sandia now is managed forms like solar, wind and the Laboratory found, the the electrical grid. Wind illustrating the nation's en- and petroleum use. Overall, and operated by Sandia natural gas is apparent from U.S. in 2014 used about 0.8 energy grew by 8 percent. ergy-related carbon dioxide he said, the carbon inten- Corp., a wholly owned sub- an analysis published last percent less petroleum and Natural gas use grew by a emissions, which edged up sity of the American energy sidiary of Lockheed Martin week by Lawrence Liver- 0.5 percent less coal than it little over 3 percent. slightly, to 5,410 million economy is decreasing. Corp. The competition an- more National Laboratory’s had in 2013. Hydroelectric, often con- metric tons from 5,390 mil- The reduced petroleum nouncement came a few Energy Group. During the same one-year sidered clean despite its lion metric tons in 2013. use was due mainly to sub- weeks after Sandia director The Laboratory released period, U.S. use of solar disruption of river flows, A. J. Simon, LLNL En- stitution of natural gas in the Paul Hommert announced its energy flow analysis for energy grew by 33 percent, declined by nearly 4 percent, ergy Group leader, said that (See ENERGY, page 8) his intention of retiring this summer. Sandia is “responsible for non-nuclear engineering de- District Should Look at More Help for Athletics and Athletes velopment of all U.S. nuclear weapons and for systems As funding for schools ees to consider additional "Friday night football is part between $150 to $250 de- participation. integration of the nuclear increases, the Livermore support for athletics. of Americana." pending on the sport. At the Van Schaack proposed weapons with their delivery Valley Joint Unified School Van Schaack noted that Expenses related to high school level, contribu- the district seek ways to systems,” in the words of District should consider currently 40% of the dis- coaching, officials, league tions are $195 per athlete at reduce the dependence on the federal competition an- providing more support for trict's secondary students fees, safety equipment, an Livermore High and $250 at donations to operate its ath- nouncement. athletics at its secondary participate in after-school athletic trainer, equipment, Granada. letic programs. "Needing It leads U.S. nuclear schools. sports. A large percentage uniforms and supplies are "On top of that, nearly to raise money makes each weapons complex efforts Assistant Superintendent of those who do not play estimated at just under every team participates in year stressful," he said. on a team are still involved $800,000. additional fund-raising ef- Among the proposed in nuclear weapons safety Chris Van Schaack made that suggestion at last week's in athletics at some level as The district provides forts," Van Schaack added. actions would be to con- and security, including use Livermore Board of Educa- spectators or in some other $55,000 to each high school At Livermore High, 865 sider a facility bond, if the control, the announcement tion meeting. manner. "Athletics are an for athletic programs. of the 1780 student popu- district wishes to do so, said. With other sites in the There was no action tak- integral part of secondary A large portion of the lation, or 49%, compete that would, in part, seek to weapons complex, it works en on the item. However, curriculum. They represent money comes from parent on a team. Granada High improve athletic facilities. on production and dismantle- there was support from trust- a source of school and com- donations. At the middle numbers are higher with Another would be to pursue ment of nuclear weapons and munity pride," he stated. school level, parents donated 1070 out of 2029, or 53% (See ATHLETICS, page 4) has programs to advance technologies in intelligence, treaty verification and pre- PET OF THE WEEK venting the spread of nuclear Inside weapons. Make a match with Emma! The high-spirited mini Pinscher mix is three years old and ready to Sandia’s main branch is SECTION A Editorial...... 4 located in Albuquerque, New be slightly spoiled by whoever takes her home. 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According to the district, classified employees support Baker to Host Coffee Drug Take-Back Ordinance Upheld and enhance the educational process by assisting students Assemblywoman Catharine B. Baker will host a com- The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear PHRMA and teachers, transporting students, preparing nutritious munity coffee at the Robert Livermore Community Center, vs. Alameda County leaving in place the 9th Circuit Fed- meals, maintaining buildings and grounds, and perform- 4444 East Avenue, on Saturday, May 30th from 9 to 10:30 eral Court of Appeals decision upholding the US District ing technical, business, clerical, and secretarial functions. a.m. Court's decision in favor of the county's safe drug disposal “Classified employees have a huge impact in supporting This will be an opportunity for the public to share their ordinance passed in 2012. our students, schools and parents,” said Superintendent thoughts and concerns regarding legislative and community County officials are calling on the pharmaceutical in- Ahmadi. “They are an integral part of our PUSD team and issues, and receive a Capitol update from the Assembly- dustry to assist in making the take-back program a success provide the most effective, supportive learning environment woman. and in creating a model program that can be followed by for students.” To RSVP for this free event, contact the District Office the rest of the country. at 925-328-1515. The ordinance is the first in the nation to require drug manufacturers to take responsibility for disposal costs of Dublin Water Play Areas unused medicines. The City of Dublin will again adjust the operations of the The lawsuit filed by trade associations representing the water play areas at Dublin parks. There will be a reduced manufacturers and distributors of pharmaceutical products operational schedule for the water play areas at Emerald argued that the ordinance violated the dormant Commerce Glen Park and Shannon Park. Clause of the U.S. Constitution as it interfered with interstate As was the case in 2014, the Emerald Glen Park and commerce. The district court found that the ordinance serves Shannon Park water play areas will be operational only in a legitimate public health and safety interest. In addition, the the event of temperatures forecast to be 90 degrees or above, court stated that the relatively modest costs to producers do and only from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, from Memorial Day not unduly burden interstate commerce. weekend through Labor Day weekend. A City webpage, www.dublin.ca.gov/drought, will be updated daily by 9:00 Classified Employes Recognized AM to indicate the daily operational schedule for the water At their April 14th Board meeting, Pleasanton Unified play areas (based on the weather forecast). School District Trustees unanimously adopted a resolution Both the Emerald Glen Park and Shannon Park water to recognize Classified Employees Week, May 18-22. play areas use recirculating water systems that filter and treat the water for reuse. The Devany Square water play feature will be shut off during the drought because that system does not recirculate water. Over the past several years, the City of Dublin has adjusted operations to decrease the amount of potable START YOUR FATHER’S DAY (drinking) water used for municipal operations. Currently, SANDIA recycled water comprises 82% of the water used for munici- (continued from page one) IN DOWNTOWN PLEASANTON WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS pal operations, such as landscaping in parks and medians. National Laboratory on To learn more about other water-saving efforts initiated nuclear weapons programs. 10K Run nton Sandia’s overall budget is leasa by the City, please go to www.dublin.ca.gov/drought. in P tary $2.68 billion, of which $488 5K Fun Run/Walk Years of Ro million is spent by the divi- Whistleblower Case sion based almost entirely Anthony T. Rivera, a Senior Engineering Associate Kid’s Challenge (ages 2-8) in Livermore, a laboratory fired by Lawrence Livermore National Security (LLNS), Over $5,000 Tech T-shirts for spokesperson said. has hired a San Francisco attorney to seek to overturn in door prizes! Presented by: 5k & 10k participants The Livermore branch of dismissal of his whistleblower retaliation case by the De- Sandia also has a range of partment of Energy. Attorney Tony Bothwell said the lab programs involving private ended Rivera’s 29 years as a highly regarded employee in industry. One concerns its October 2013 after he reported equipment failures in the state of the art Combustion High Explosive Application Facility (HEAF) and alleged Research Center, where gross mismanagement. government and industrial Rivera had worked in the National Ignition Facility scientists and engineers (NIF), a laser research project. The Department of Energy develop ways to improve Office of Hearings and Appeals, in a decision on Mar. 9, combustion efficiency for said Rivera’s allegations would not be investigated. transportation and other The Secretary of Energy, Dr. Ernest Moniz, will be asked 22nd purposes. to intervene, Bothwell said. A former Lawrence Livermore Annual June 21, 2015 Sandia is a partner in National Laboratory public affairs director, Bothwell has Livermore Valley Open Proceeds support scholarships for Pleasanton students represented nuclear whistleblowers since 2000. Campus, along with Law- plus community & international projects of The Rotary Club of Pleasanton rence Livermore, in efforts Negative Declaration Upheld like solar energy develop- The San Francisco Planning Commission determined ment and advanced com- last week that moving the disposal site for San Francisco's putations. Sandia also waste from the Altamont Landfill in Alameda County to participates in the Energy the Recology Hay Road Landfill in Solano County would Department’s Joint BioEn- not require an environmental impact report. ergy Institute, located in The planning department had issued a negative declara- Emeryville, which aims to tion stating that it was determined after studies that the proj- develop advanced biofuels. ect would produce no significant environmental impacts. Issues considered were traffic and air quality. Under the proposal, Recology would transport up to 5 million tons of waste to the Hay Road site under a contract that would expire in 13 to 15 years depending on how long it takes to reach 5 million tons. Josh Levine, an attorney for the Solano County Orderly Growth Committee, had appealed the decision to issue the negative declaration. His contention was that the trip over a longer route would add to greenhouse emissions. Jack Macy, commercial zero waste coordinator for the San Francisco Department of the Environment, pointed 2015 Livermore Rodeo Parade out that less waste will actually be brought to the Solano 2015 Livermore Rodeo Parade County landfill because programs are being developed to recover significant trash components such as textiles and recyclables. San Francisco's current waste collection contract with Waste Management to take waste to the Altamont Landfill, which it operates, will expire by 2016 based on the rate of disposal. Livermore receives fees for garbage taken to Altamont to use for open space purchases, environmental education, and a performing arts facility. Vote on Carnegie Expansion The Alameda County Parks, Recreation and Historical Commission (PRHC) will meet on Monday, June 1, 2015. One of the items on the agenda is Carnegie Park (or Carnegie SVRA). The Commission will discuss whether or not it will provide comments to the Alameda County Board of Supervisors on a draft Plan and draft Environ- mental Impact Report (EIR) on the proposed expansion of the Carnegie SVRA. Access to the proposed expansion area is limited. Staff requests that any members of the public wanting to attend the tour RSVP, so that appropriate arrangements can be made with staff from California State Parks. As the roads are unpaved and the terrain is hilly, sedans or vehicles lacking AWD are not recommended. Please contact Nilma Singh at (510) 670-5400 or [email protected] to RSVP no later than Thursday, May, 28, 2015 at 5:00 PM. The PRHC meeting is scheduled for 3:30 PM. The meeting will be held at 224 West Winton Avenue, Public Hearing Room, Hayward.

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However, it is nature of large explosions ultimately from nuclear sur- deeply buried one. in responding to industrial labeled, Livermore City Councilmember Stewart at or near the surface of the veillance work and fur- Documentary video of accidents, terrorist incidents earth has been claimed by a ther developed and verified the explosion showed it and disasters like airplane Gary's response to the vote to oppose off-highway team at Lawrence Livermore against the results of a series throwing huge amounts of crashes. He envisions an vehicle expansion looked like a response from National Laboratory. of shallow explosions car- dirt into the air, making it incident at a known location someone who has not gotten his way, and then The method appears ried out in New Mexico clear that it was not deto- where the size and depth of attempts to diminish those who do not agree with promising for better under- under carefully controlled nated above ground. To pro- an explosion is uncertain. standing potential terrorist conditions. duce seismic signals of the “We know where it is. him by launching unfounded accusations. attacks, airplane crashes and Reports indicated that sort recorded by CD-CAT, a How big was it? Is this sig- The attack on Gary's fellow councilmembers industrial accidents, such as the Syrian explosion was 100-ton air burst would have nal produced by something concerned the vote on plans to expand the Carnegie mine cave-ins. detonated at the end of an been required, the research- small and deep or big and at State Vehicular Recreation Area into an adjacent It grows out of research 850 meter tunnel that rebels ers estimated. or above the surface? That the Laboratory has long had dug by hand under the To understand how the might be information that’s 3000 acres, referred to as Tesla Park by opponents undertaken to help the U.S. Syrian Army base, in an op- seismic signals would atten- useful to have before you go of the expansion. government eavesdrop on eration reminiscent of World uate while passing through rushing into an area.” Gary along with Mayor John Marchand voted possible nuclear weapons War I and even some U.S. the earth, the researchers The technique should be against issuing the letter opposing the expansion; activities of other nations; Civil War attacks. Depth used geologic maps of Syria. valid at distances of hun- determining, for example, of burial was not precisely These showed a hard lime- dreds of miles from the site Laureen Turner, Steven Spedowfski, and Bob whether a seismic signal is known but was taken to be stone formation that would of a surface or near-surface Woerner voted for it. from an earthquake or an “a couple of meters,” Pasya- transmit seismic waves ef- explosion, he believes, “just Gary accused the council majority of coming underground nuclear test. nos said. fectively. so long as you can see a into the meeting with their minds made up, al- North Korea has been a par- High quality seismic sig- Considerable interpreta- (seismic) signal.” The far- ticular focus in recent years. nals from the explosion tion of the seismic signal ther away the explosion is, though he himself had made up his mind prior to Last week, the Labora- were available from a Na- was required. “There is a the more interpretation of the meeting. He declared, "This has been a stacked tory’s Michael Pasyanos tional Science Foundation trade-off between a larger the signal would be required deck from day one." and Sean Ford announced facility called CD-CAT that explosion at the surface and to estimate the size and na- Gary himself had made up his mind prior to that they had re-analyzed had been recording ground a smaller one that is deeply ture of the explosion. a rebel tunnel bomb attack motion in Turkey as part of buried,” Pasyanos said. As a demonstration of the meeting. on the Syrian Wadi al Deif an international collabora- Much of the energy from its potential, he said, the re- Addressing the audience, he stated, "I think the Army base almost exactly tion when the rebel attack a surface blast goes towards searchers ran a simulation of activists ought to make a public records request for one year ago. They found took place. CD-CAT stands throwing projectiles like the deadly 1995 Oklahoma emails, campaign contributions and see who was that it was only two-thirds for Continental Dynamics- rocks and dirt – that is, City terrorist bombing based the size boasted by the rebels Central Anatolian Tectonics. toward “moving mass,” he on seismic readings from “a backing whom." He was hinting at possible Brown – nearer 40 tons than the 60 The Livermore research- said. It also produces an couple of hundred kilome- Act violations and the buying of votes. tons claimed. ers asked themselves what acoustic signal – that is, ters away” and found that Gary announced that he would be sending a dis- An account of their re- kind of explosion “would noise, which changes the they were able to estimate senting letter to the state's off-highway commission search will be published in be consistent” with the CD- strength and frequency of the size of the explosion a forthcoming issue of Geo- CAT data, which would be signals reaching detectors. accurately. protesting the majority's decision. He would add physical Research Letters. comments about "what happened here tonight." After the council meeting, Marchand said Gary had asked him to sign onto the letter. Marchand Zone 7 Approves Higher Budget, Pay Increases said that he has not seen any letter, nor does he Zone 7 Water Agency seems to set up a rate in- was 3-1, with Greci abstain- pensation from four to 10 directors approved a $124 crease. I am confident that ing. Palmer, Figuers and per month. Typically, there know what issues may be contained in any pro- million budget for the fiscal we can work on the spending Stevens voted for it, and may be three or four com- posed letter. "I have made no decision about any year beginning July 1, and side as well." Ramirez Holmes against it. mittee meetings or fewer per letter, but I need to maintain a working relationship also voted to give them- Assistant General Man- Palmer said that the raise month. Sometimes a special selves their first raise in ager Kurt Arends pointed out from $159.99 to $176.21 per board meeting is held in ad- with all of my council members." seven years. that the 6.5 percent increase, meeting puts the board on dition to a month's regular Both Gary and Marchand cited lack of regula- Directors met May 20. approved earlier this year, the same level as the median meeting. tory authority over the area as the reason to vote The budget was okayed on is based on this year's pro- for comparable agencies in Ramirez Holmes said a 3-2 vote, with president jected budget, which ends the area. Other agencies give after the meeting, "I doubt against registering Livermore's opposition to the John Greci and directors June 30, 2015. Zone 7 spent their boards medical and re- that a pay raise for directors off-highway vehicle expansion. Sarah Palmer and Sandy less this fiscal year than tirement benefits, something is on our constituents' prior- However, City Attorney Jason Alcala noted dur- Figuers voting for it, and expected, because water the Zone 7 board has not ity list." ing an interview that while the city has no regula- Angela Ramirez Holmes and retailers bought less water, requested. Greci abstained on the Bill Stevens against it. Jim due to conservation efforts, In 2012, the board con- pay raise. "I don't do this job tory authority, the council does have the ability to McGrail and Dick Quigley said Arends. sidered a raise, the first since for the money. We do have vote on policy for or against an issue. Such stands were absent. Looking at the 15/16 fis- 2008, but rejected the idea budget concerns. We are are not binding, but are designed to convey the In voting for the budget, cal year, fixed costs are up, then because of the reces- not selling as much water. I board president John Greci due to such things as salary sion. However, the board don't think it's the appropri- city's position on something that could impact it. said that the independent increases, cost of chemicals, did expand the number of ate time to give ourselves In this case, the property, known for its unique auditor's presentation con- and potential higher cost of meetings eligible for com- raises," Greci declared. habitat, is even included in the city's general plan vinced him that the budget is water. It's difficult to land well done. Enough research right on the button when it as one well worth preserving. was completed, he said. comes to estimating water ATHLETICS Alcala also said that in his opinion, there was Greci said that he was costs, because they fluctuate (continued from page one) no violation of the Brown Act. concerned about budget annually, said Arends. reserves, since there is a More revenue is antici- a partnership with Children's felt that the district could We are disappointed that Marchand echoed drought going on, which pated in the coming year. Hospital to provide athletic do a better job supporting Gary's position on the vote. In the past, Marchand amounts to a crisis situation. Water rates went up by 3 trainers at reduced cost to the its students given the league has defined himself as an avowed environmental- However, the board might percent for this calendar district. Van Schaack said, "I they play in, the EBAL. He revisit the reserve issue later year. Zone 7 expects the am really excited about this would like to see emphasis ist. His "no" vote puts him on record as opposing this year, said Greci. four Valley water retailers to option. Children's Hospital on trainers teaching students those who do not want the expansion. If his aim "It's not good business order more water this year, has offered to enter into the how to take care of their was to remain neutral, he should have abstained. to have less reserves. With because their conservation partnership." bodies. Nutrition would be As for Gary, his remarks were outrageous. less financial stability, we goals will be lower than the The district should seek part of the discussion. might have to borrow mon- actual savings they had in financial relief for parents Board President Kate Councilmembers can disagree on issues. In fact, ey, which hurts financially, the last calendar year. through increased district Runyon said she had no idea it can make for some lively debate. However, Gary and lessens the chances to Valleywide, agencies contributions. of the process to make an borrow money." saved 29 percent. This year, Trustee Craig Bueno athlete into a college athlete. used innuendo and threats to convey the impres- Stevens said he wanted to Gov. Jerry Brown mandated sion that the councilmembers who disagreed with hoped that with a better fi- At the middle school level, see a bigger reserve fund in a 25 percent overall reduc- nancial picture, the district all of the funds for sports his position may have done something illegal. the budget. Ramirez Holmes tion in the state, based on could do more. One thing he come from donations and We believe that the majority did not vote as said she felt that the board 2013 consumption levels. fund-raising. She agreed should look for more oppor- However, districts such as proposed was equity in fund- they did for political or monetary gain. They voted tunities to cut expenditures. those in the Valley were ing for the high schools not- with Wenzel that if the dis- against the loss of a valuable environmental, cul- Ramirez Holmes said, rewarded with lower goals, ing that Granada's funding trict wants good athletes, should see a small increase they should be taught nutri- tural and historic area because they knew it was "We have done some work depending on how much on the budget since it was they saved last year. because of its higher student tion and how to take care the right thing to do. first presented at the finance SALARIES population. of themselves starting at an committee, but I think we RISE TO $176 Bueno also proposed early age. must do more work on the The vote on the board's there be additional help Granada Athletic Direc- spending end. This budget approval for higher salaries provided athletics to guide tor Clark Conover told the them through the college board that sports are also process with information on there to help students to Glazer Starts His Sacramento Orientation how recruitment takes place. make connections and in Trustee Anne White some cases, improve aca- Newly elected member replacing George Miller, be priority areas for fund- looking more closely in re- asked how the athletic demic performance. Ath- of the California State Sen- who retired. ing, reform and continued gard to how charter schools leagues were determined. letes feel part of a team. To ate Steve Glazer started last The general election oc- improvement." are currently functioning, Livermore and Granada remain part of the team, they week with an orientation ses- curred after the Legislature's Glazer is a backer of and whether changes are both play in the East Bay are required to keep their sion, and expects to be sworn March deadline for new charter schools, and was needed to make them effec- Athletic League. Every four grades up. in as early as this week. bills, so Glazer won't have endorsed by a charter school tive, efficient and account- years realignment is con- Bueno said that he loved Unofficial results with the opportunity to intro- association. Asked whether able." sidered. the fact that de la Salle is in partial counts of 100 per- duce any bills until the new he thinks any changes are Glazer thanked the vol- White wondered how the league. "They came here cent of the precincts show session, which begins in needed in the creation pro- unteers and voters who be- de la Salle ended up in the because it is a great league." that Glazer won with 54.6 January. cess or supervision of char- lieved in his message. He EBAL. She was concerned He continued that there percent of the vote to As- Glazer said that he will ter schools, Glazer said, said he promised to be an about charter schools, which is no pathway for athletes. semblymember Susan Bo- work closely with Assem- "I believe public charter independent thinker com- she said have a wider area "Providing more resources nilla's 45.4 percent. Glazer blymember Catharine Baker schools are an important mitted to solving problems in which to recruit athlet- will help kids to perform won 54 percent of the vote on ways to avoid a future option for parents. I will be and serving his district. ics, perhaps giving them a better. I can see great things to Bonilla's 46 percent in BART strike. "Baker's legis- competitive edge. happening with a little more Contra Costa County, and lation (banning BART work- Trustee Chris Wenzel support." 57 percent to his rival's 43 ers from striking) has been percent in Alameda County. sent to interim study. I will The 7th Senate District work with her to advance is comprised of portions of this important protection for Alameda and Contra Costa Bay Area BART riders and counties. It stretches from commuters," said Glazer. Orinda, where Glazer was Other high priorities for (Opinions voiced in let- week's contentious Liver- Livermore in my lifetime. to the fare gates. Three buses serving as the mayor, east- Glazer include working to ters published in Mailbox more City Council meet- Until it comes, Wheels running all day would suf- ward to the Delta, and south promote a balanced state are those of the author and ing about the expansion of from Livermore connects fice. It is my understanding along the I-680 corridor to budget without new taxes. do not necessarily reflect Carnegie Park. It seemed well to the BART station. Its that Wheels is receptive to include Livermore, Pleasan- "In addition, I will support the opinion of The Inde- out of character for the City "fare buster" 10-ride ticket at the proposal. ton and Dublin. efforts to reduce our debt pendent. Letter Policy: The of Livermore. I've attend- $16 ($3.20 round trip fare) BART policy is to use all Rep. Mark De Saulnier obligations to schools and Independent will not publish ed many council meetings nearly equals the cost of money from parking fees held the seat before he was local governments. K-12 anonymous letters, nor will where there were disagree- parking at the station, and to improve station access, elected to the 11th District and higher education and it publish letters without ments among council mem- seniors can make the round including shuttle and feeder transportation will always congressional seat last year, names. Abusive letters may bers, and they were handled trip for $2.00. The Wheels R service to stations. be rejected or edited. Fre- with civility. bus runs every 15 minutes, quent letter writers may Our city deserves elected just like the BART trains. Oath of Office have publication of their let- officials who can disagree in Wheels #10 and #12 run Steve Allen ters delayed. Letters should a respectful manner, without less often and their routes Tracy (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) be submitted by e-mail to rancor and accusations. While attending the Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala are longer. Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell editmail@compuserve. 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Del Valle, the cost would be DSRSD tried about 15 The amount of recycled an estimated $820 to $2000 years ago to launch a similar water for Valley use could per AF. project, but was stopped by go up to 5 or 10 percent, if Using the RO water for public opinion in the Valley, the Valley built storage areas irrigation would save money and the permitting agencies. for it. The peak demand for by eliminating the need to More than 100 people pro- irrigation water is in sum- install "purple pipes," as tested at a Zone 7 meeting, mer, but without storage, a the double plumbing for raising objections to pos- big market for it is missed. recycled water is called. sible health effects, based on Building storage facili- A further possibility in a British study concerning ties could bring the cost the future would be to use endocrine receptors in fish. of recycled water up to an the RO water as a potable Zone 7 had assembled a estimated range of $2600 to water source directly. It panel of experts who listed $5100 per acre foot (AF), could be injected into pipes. no objections to the process. compared to the $1500 to More likely, it would be Elected officials said they $2000 per AF for the cur- mixed with other potable don't think that expanding rent system, according to water sources, since pure the purple pipe system is the McIntyre's report. The re- RO water is very acidic, and way to go compared to using port includes contributions can rust pipes, said DSRSD RO for irrigation. Liver- from the other Valley water operations manager Dan more Councilmember Bob agency staffs. Gallagher. Woerner said, "Given the An alternative that elimi- Direct use of RO water severity of the drought, you nates the expensive storage occurs now in some nations. can study (RO). The public Photo - Doug Jorgensen option would be to use Re- California is working on expects it to be studied. If Officials took part in the grand opening of the new Whole Foods Market in Dublin. verse Osmosis (RO) filters health standards, but nothing we are not studying this, we As part of the ceremonies, those attending were invited to share the loaf of bread. at the waste-water treatment is ready yet, and may not be would be remiss." plants. This could expand for more than a year. The roundtable's purpose recycled water usage to 15 DSRSD owns RO filters, is to hold discussion. Any or 20 percent. and would only have to action would have to be The RO membranes filter refurbish equipment to get accomplished at the meet- Alameda County Transportation Commission out nearly everything except the operation going, said ings of the city councils and the water. If this water were DSRSD. Recognized as Organization of the Year

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Pictured are the Livermore Fusion SC U14 Girls Gold finalists in the 2014/2015 Norcal Gold State Cup. Team members are (back, left to right) Director of Coaching, Sergeant Pat Walsh with Pleasanton Police Department On Saturday, May 16, the Livermore Fusion 00Girls Gold Ben Graham, Taylor Kirkpatrick, Kalea Bartolotto, Color Guard team took second place in the NorCal State Cup—Gold Christine Aredo, Sophia Gallardo, Lindsay Harnish, Division after losing 1-0 to Odyssey South Earthquakes Lauren Meeker, Lauren Moore, Katherine Lewis, Kaitlin in a match that remained scoreless through the 68th Krakoski, Samantha Kwan, Coach Frank Vitale, Emily minute. The team finished up its spring season with March, Kennedy Griffith, Hayley Thompson, Izzy Midgley, a 4-1 victory over North Bay Elite Arsenal Blue. The Abby Harnish, Abby Frasier, and Alaina Sekany. team is currently in second place in spring league play in the State Gold North division of NorCal.The team members pictured are (back row) Samantha Kwan, Taylor Kirkpatrick, Izzy Midgley, CeCe Aredo, Kaitlin Krakoski, Kat Lewis, Emily March, Kalea Bartolotto, Alaina Sekany, Lauren Meeker, and Lauren Moore; (front row) Sophia Gallardo, Abby Harnish, Kennedy Griffith, Hayley Thompson, Abby Frasier and Lindsay Harnish.

49er Greg Clark, Sergeant Pat Walsh, and volunteer Adam Boekwig, posing with 2 athletes after presenting their awards. Photos - Ken Mano Pleasanton Police Officer Gives Support to the Special Olympics There are many stories which come out of the Special Olympics. Eunice Kennedy Shriver founded the organiza- tion when she saw how unjustly and unfairly people with intellectual disabilities were treated. She saw that many of these children didn’t even have a place to play and decided to take action. Throughout the 1960’s, she did her pioneering work, with the first International event held in Steamboat Springs Colorado in February of 1977. Many local families have their own stories of how Special Olympics has affected their children, by giving them confidence, social acceptance, physically rewarding The Fusion U12 Iron Maidens ended their spring season activities and a sense of achievement. Fund-raising makes on a high note, winning their championship game 5 - 3. these games possible with no cost to the participants or Pictured are Sydney Hahn, Katie Fogerson, Alyssa their families. Volunteers are also critical to these games. Shultis, Sarah Thompson, Haley Kennedy, and Isabella Shortstop Quinn Tudor catches a line drive in a Granada The volunteers for the Pleasanton games, make these lo- Gandolfo. Little League 80s Gold game between Granada the TVLL/ cal events the best regional games in the entire Northern SRV/DLL team 1 from Danville. Just after the catch he California section for Special Olympics. tagged 2nd base to complete an unassisted double play. In June, 1981, Wichita, Kansas Police Chief Richard La- Photo - Bill Nale Munyon launched a Special Olympics awareness campaign that became the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The Torch Run grew into the movement’s largest grass roots fundraiser, raising $30 million each year. Tip-a-Cop is another police fundraiser for Special Olympics. The Pleasanton Police Department held its Tip- a-Cop event at Chili’s in Pleasanton on Thursday, April 30, raising $1,200 by delivering food and drinks for tips to local customers. At the head of all these activities for the Pleasanton Police Department is Sergeant Pat Walsh, a veteran of the department, who works tirelessly to make these events successful. At the local Pleasanton Special Olympics East Bay The Livermore High School’s Girls Varsity Lacrosse had a Regional Track and Field event, held at Amador Valley record setting season as new Head Coach, Rico Richardson High School on Sat., May 2nd, Sergeant Walsh was again builds the program. With a roster of 19 players, this team just there supporting Special Olympics by participating in the missing NCS playoffs. The rub was that LHS beat two teams Opening Ceremonies with the Pleasanton Police Color that were selected to play in the playoffs. However, Coach Guard. The welcome address was given by Mayor Jerry Rico and his athletes consider this season a success with Thorne. Greg Clark, formerly tight end for the San Fran- record setting stats for the most shots taken on opponents' cisco 49ers, representing the 49er’s Foundation gave an goals and the most wins in a season since the program’s Stompers 12B won the Livermore Smoke Memorial Day inspirational talk to the athletes, then stayed around with his inception. The team ended the season ranking #5 in the nation tournament. On Saturday, Stompers beat Livermore son Jayden, presenting the awards to the winning athletes. for ground balls, #1 in EBAL with a goalie save percentage of Smoke 10-4, lost to Almaden Lightning 14-5 and beat Matt Mendenhall, president of the Amador Valley Athletic 50%, ranked #98 in Division 1, and moving up 1,210 positions the Pleasant Hill Panthers 11-1. Seeded second for Boosters, who host and support the Pleasanton events, also in rank to #791 in the nation out of over 2,000 teams. Coach Sunday, Stompers played Pleasant Hill Panthers in the welcomed the athletes. Richardson plans to continue development of the program Unlike most who come to the opening ceremonies and and players through a free Summer Open Fields Program semi-finals and won 7-0. The Stompers met Almaden leave quickly, Sergeant Walsh and Greg Clark helped the beginning June 30th located at 5650 Scenic Avenue from Lightning again and this time in the championship game, entire day, presenting awards to the athletes, congratulating 5-7PM in Livermore. Please contact [email protected] and came out strong with a 14-2 victory. Pictured are and posing for photographs. with questions. Pictured are Kaitlyn Baucke, Ally Benko, (front) Justine Aynesworth, Michaela Smith, Bridgette The Amador Valley Athletic Boosters have hosted the Ashley Breyer, Chloe Brunton, Tessa Clark, Tori Cockrell, Carly Laszlo; (2nd row) Ally Calcagno, Taylor Houchins, Lauren Basketball, Volleyball and Track events for the Special Feltz (not pictured), Lauren Fountaine, Mckenna Gearhart, Bible; (back) Coach Renee Stiner, Riley Stiner, Remy Olympics for the past 12 years. The Pleasanton Unified Amanda Gile, Katrina Herweg (not pictured), Shannon Kai, Laflamme, Coach Mel Smith, Sofia O'Brien, Vanessa School District under the direction of Superintendent, Alexis Madera (not pictured), Lindsay McNiesh (not pictured), von Sosen, Mya Wells, Lauren Indermuehle, and Coach Parvin Ahmadi gives full support to these Special Olympics Olivia Miano, Alanna Mullins, Lexi Orr, Kathrine Rowe, Kristine Scott Indermuehle. events. The basketball tournament used 450 volunteers and Young; Head Varsity Coach, Rico Richardson; Assistant the just completed Track and Volleyball events had 350 Varsity Coach, Phillip Baucke; and head JV Coach, Ken volunteers, most from Amador Valley High School, and Moody. Photo by Kathleen Ahern a walk and a stolen base. Enzo also was a nail-biter between the A's and great support from the National Charity League, Boys Team walked, and Grant dropped an infield the Nationals. On the A's, Makana hit Charity and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. hit to load the bases. Quinn continued a single at the top of the 2nd to bring in to hit well, smashing a double up the the first run. Jaden Snowden followed then Trevor capped off the Rangers’ things going for the Rangers with a middle for two RBIs. Trevor and Dylan up with a double for 2 more runs. On scoring with an RBI single.Enzo went 3 lead-off walk. Quinn Wetzel followed combined to score the final Rangers’ defense, John Maloney struck out 6 for 3 with two singles and a double and with a ground ball single, as did Cody run in the fourth. Trevor led off with batters in 2 innings. The Nationals two RBIs. Seph Freitas had two hits, Terpstra to load the bases. Trevor a beautiful line drive to center. After showed strong defense. a single and a double and an RBI. DJ Straume sliced a line drive triple for Trevor stole second and third, Dylan A's vs. Red Sox: For the A's, had a perfect game with two walks and three RBIs. Seph Freitas kept the rally knocked him in with an RBI infield JJ Verceles caught a pop fly for the deficit scoring 11 runs in the final a hit in his at-bats for two RBIs, as did going with a well hit single to score single.Cody pitched extremely well first out of the game. Aiden Bessolo Livermore National LL two innings to defeat a tough Giants’ Livermore National Little League Dylan with a walk, a fielder’s choice, another Rangers’ run. In the bottom of over the final two innings, recording stopped a hard hit to shortstop in the team 13-10. Trevor Straume jump and a single with two RBIs. Quinn the inning, the Rangers gave up five five strikeouts to keep the game close. 5th. Viliam Nowicki caught a high fly results: started the Rangers’ comeback with AAA Division: Giants 12, A's 3: doubled and walked twice. Grant also runs, but had a great defensive play Dylan had his second outstanding ball in centerfield and threw to 2nd for an inside-the-park home run to lead was perfect with two walks, and a base by Dylan. With the bases loaded, the defensive play at first, making a great a double play to end the game. The Red The Giants clinched first place with off the fifth inning. For the day, he the win. It was a team effort with all on balls after getting hit. Luke Mifsud ball was hit to him at first base. He catch to end the Nationals’ rally in the Sox were tough opponents. had a triple and a single, and drove in pitched a scoreless first inning. For the quickly threw home to Trevor who penultimate inning. But, in the final A Division: A's vs. Red Sox: For of the boys adding to the success of four runs. He also pitched the last two the season. Timely hitting combined Giants, Jackson Elders pitched the first was catching, just beating the runner inning, the Rangers couldn’t drive the A’s, Matteo Lortie played a great innings of the game, shutting out the and second innings striking out five in on the force out.Luke Mifsud ignited home Enzo who had doubled down offensive and defensive game. In the with stellar defense was the theme of Giants.In the final inning, Jack Eaton the season and the coaches and parents a row. Spencer Langowski smashed a the Rangers in the second inning taking the right field line, and finished just first inning, he made two outs while led off with a walk and a stolen base. home run out to right field to get the first after getting hit. Sam Milochik short of the Nationals playing first base. Matteo made a couldn't be any prouder of the boys. Dylan Garcia hit a single. Jack hustled For the A's, Jake Beers caught a fly Giants started for a total of five runs walked. Then, Enzo Battaglia swatted A's vs. Nationals: Saturday's game great hit every time he came up to bat. to reach home, which allowed Dylan in the third. Taylor Michel and Mason a ground ball double to score both ball in the infield and almost pulled the to head to third. Sam Milochik was hit catch of the year off in center field. On Franks had back to back triples in the Luke and Sam who showed excellent by a pitch, and stole second. Beckett fourth. Gavin Day had a great game base running. Grant Vonheeder singled Offense Thomas Schnapps, Jake Follis Kohn walked to load the bases. Grant and Kedar Patel all had nice swings at with a hard line drive to third, stealing with a ground ball to center. Quinn hit Vonheeder took first after being hit, and second and third. a fielder’s choice for an RBI. Trevor the plate. Jack Gnoci crushed one out recorded an RBI. DJ Santiago walked, LJFL Football & Cheer deep into center field for an A's Triple. Nationals vs. Rangers: The Rang- ended the scoring with a hard hit fly sending Sam home for the tying run. ers started off with a lead, but just got ball single to left field for an RBI. AA Division: Giants vs. Rang- Enzo Battaglia smashed a single to ers: Everyone contributed, as the nipped in the end, losing a close game With two outs in the third, Sam turned Register Now! score Beckett for the go-ahead run. to the Nationals. 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Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters be held on September 20. All races Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 that will start at 7:00 a.m., at Shadow held July 6-10, the second, July 13-17, supports, injured and fallen firefight- Cliffs Regional Park, 2500 Stanley both from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Camps ers, the Burn Foundation and other Blvd., Pleasanton. are open to ages 8U-13U. Cost is $250 local charities in the Tri-Valley. The three Tri For Fun triathlons per week. For information go to www. TsoxBaseball.com. To register, email Registration closes May 29th, or are non-timed and non-competitive. when sold out. Starting time for the Coach Lonsdale at TsoxBaseball@ A clock is provided at finish line for gmail.com. 5K and 10K is 8:00 a.m., followed participants to view their personal time. by the kids’ 1 mile fun run beginning Triathletes can choose to participate at 9:30a.m. in this mode, or they can officially To keep this event safe and enjoy- Spirit Run chipped-timed. Should participants The 22nd annual Father's Day able for all, we need to limit entries to choose to be timed, their results will Spirit Run hosted by the Rotary Club 1,500. Please keep in mind that when be recorded and posted on the On Your of Pleasanton will be held on Father's registration reaches 1,500 participants, Mark Events’ website's results page. Day, June 21 in downtown Pleasanton. registration will close. New this year, On Your Mark It includes a 10k run, 5k walk/run The 5K is a stroller friendly run/ Events will be crowning a Series and kids challenge. walk that is a 50/50 paved, dirt road Champion (must be timed for all four The 5k and 10k certified courses course. The 10K is 90/10 dirt and paved events). The top male and female en- are flat and fast, using the monitored road. Strollers are not permitted on trants will be announced and awarded downtown streets of Pleasanton and the 10K course. Both courses travel at the Tri For Real in September. a portion of the paved and unpaved through Sycamore Grove Park. The Participants will receive a com- Arroyo trails. Commemorative tech Kid’s One-Mile Fun Run (for ages memorative T-shirt, plenty of refresh- T-shirts will be given to all participants. 12 & under) will take place at Wente ments and snacks, and entry into the Etched glass trophies will be awarded Vineyards. No dogs are allowed on always-exciting raffle (must be present to top male and female finishers, as either of the courses or the fun run. to win). well as the first place male and female Awards will be given 3 deep in Entry fee for the three Tri For Masters(over 50-years old) finishers. each age group (M & F) 12 and under, Funs is $75 (non-timed) and $80 Medals will be given three deep in 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, (chip timed) in advance, $10 will designated age groups for male and 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Special prizes for be added to race-day registrants. female participants. Each child par- overall top 3 male and female race Preregistered entry for relay teams ticipating in the Kids Challenge will winners 5K and 10K run. Top 20 male is $210 (non-timed) and $215 (chip receive a finisher ribbon. Over $3000 and female racers in both 5K and 10K timed), $10 will be added to race-day in door prizes will be given to all 5k will receive a “TOP TWENTY’ techni- registrants. For September’s Tri For and 10k participants. Photo - Doug Jorgensen cal tee shirt. Special top 3 Firefighter Real, all participants are chip timed This year the Rotary Club of The Foothill High School Falcons varsity baseball team won Friday's home conference awards for both 5K and 10K. Ribbons, ($85.00 advance, and $95.00 day-of). Pleasanton is celebrating 50 years of fire prevention materials, and ice cream Preregistered entry for relay teams is community and international service. game against rival Amador Valley, 4-3. Amador scored two in the top of the seventh will be served to all kids participating. $210, $240 race-day. The Tri For Real This race has raised over $900,000 for to make it a close encounter. Water and refreshments will includes the same goodies as the Tri college scholarships for Pleasanton be provided at the end of the race. For Funs, with addition of trophies and students. The last two years giving Wente Vineyards will have additional medals. Multiple-triathlon discounts has been expanded to include, Wheel- food and wine tasting for purchase. are available. chairs, Rotaplast, The Valley Humane Many of the event sponsors will have Check-in and registration will Society, The Tri-valley YMCA, vic- booths. All participants will receive begin at 5:00 a.m., with the first wave tims of the Boston Marathon tragedy, Franco, Blanton, Schwarz and Ayden a tee shirt and gift bag. Great raffle hitting the water at 7:00 a.m. Open Heart Kitchen, Hope Hospice, Duffin had the only Cardinals hits. prizes are available to all runners and To register or to receive more Amador Valley High Schools Robot- Jacob Freitas notched his 30th strike- additional tickets will be available for information about the Tri For Fun ics and Competition Civic Clubs and out of the year and holds a 2.77 ERA purchase. The event is family friendly. Triathlon Series, contact On Your Mark Assistance League of Amador Valley. through 12 appearances. On 5/19 the On line registration can be filled out at Events at 209-795-7832. The 10K run begins at 8 a.m. under Cardinals won their first playoff game http://www.active.com/livermore-ca/ the arch on Main Street, followed by by a score of 14-4 over the Rockies. running/distance-running-races/7th- the 5K run/walk and Kids' Challenge It was a true team effort as the Cards annual-hook-and-ladder-run-2015 Baseball Camps at 9:30 a.m. amassed 17 hits over four innings. Event website: www.onyour- Thunder Sox Baseball Club is More information and registration markevents.com . holding baseball camps in Livermore can be found at www.SpiritRun.com Schwarz had three hits and five RBIs this summer. The first camp will be (leads team with 16 on the year). Kyle Clements, Aiden Clarin, Keeler, Duf- Triathlon Series fin, Franco and Blanton all had two On Saturday, June 20, a field of hits each. Beasley contributed with an close to 700 first-timer, few-timer, and RBI double and Conor Forde cracked many-timer triathletes will be on hand an RBI single. Blanton struck out six to kick-off On Your Mark Events’ 28th and allowed no runs; Duffin allowed annual Tri For Fun Triathlon Series four hits in two innings of relief and (four triathlon events), at Shadow recorded the save. Cliffs Regional Park, in Pleasanton. The Tri For Fun features a course distance of 400-yard Swim (warm, Livermore Runner clean lake); 11-mile bike (loop course, flat streets); 3.1-mile run (rolling fire at NCAA trail). Along with the shorter (than MIT sophomore Maryann Gong from Livermore highlighted the final usual tri distance) course and the day of the NCAA Division III Outdoor safe, friendly, and non-competitive Track and Field Championship at St. atmosphere, the Tri For Fun makes Lawrence University by claiming an excellent event for the numerous a pair of All-America honors in the first-time triathletes. 1500m and 5000m on Saturday after- After the novice athletes master noon. Tech concluded the three-day the first three prior Tri For Funs, they championship meet in fifth place with can meet the challenge of the final a team score of 32 points. event – the Tri For Real. The final Gong finished third in the 5000m, event of the series is held at the same crossing the finish line in 17:11.90. location, but the distances have been The 2015 California High School Rodeo Jr. High Her finish was an improvement from increased to 700-yard swim, 19-mile Division California State Champion bareback rodeo one year ago where she placed eighth. bike, and 4-mile run. The Tri For Real Gong also recorded a fourth place is also professionally chip-timed for Grant Peterson (pictured), attends Mendenhall Middle performance in the 1500m, clocking all participants. a time of 4:28.58. School in Livermore, where he just completed the 8th Two members of the fifth-ranked The 2015 On Your Mark Tri For grade. He will represent California at the National Finals MIT women’s track and field team Fun Series dates are June 20, July 18, were honored by the U.S. Track & and August 15. The Tri-For-Real will Rodeo Jr. High School Level. He is the only person from Field and Cross Country Coaches As- the Bay Area who has qualified for this event in a few sociation (USTFCCCA) as Regional Athletes of the Year. Junior Cimran years. Peterson notes, "I qualified in multiple events, Virdi (Walnut Creek.) was named but mainly I’m proud of being the 2015 California State the New England Field Athlete of the Year, while sophomore Maryann Gong Champion in Bare Back Riding, where I won a saddle. I (Livermore) was selected as the New also was Third place in Saddle Bronc Riding and Fourth England Track Athlete of the Year. Prior to the championship, Virdi TM place in Chute Dogging. "I feel privileged to be able to registered a first place finish at the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic compete at the National Finals in Des Moines Iowa." He Conference championship, helping is hoping to have the community help to pay for his trip the Cardinal and Gray capture the program’s seventh consecutive crown. to the nationals the week of June 21st. For information, She placed first at the NEICAAA and call 454-1749. ECAC Division III championships. Gong enjoyed a very successful season, clocking a season-best and personal record in the 1500m with a 2,500 GOODGUYS SWAP MEET INDOOR MUSCLE time of 4:28.43 at the New England Division III Championship. VEHICLES AUTOCROSS & VENDORS CAR SHOW

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The Pedrozzi Scholar- Jay and Mary Davis say, Lindsay Bowser, Tessa Clark, ship Foundation has an- "With our children's en- William Crawford, Saul Cruz, nounced its 2015 scholar- Cesar Estrada, Hannah Finster, couragement and guidance Edizabeth Hernandez Soto, ship recipients, awarding (Kathy - LHS '83 and Rob Haylie Hill, Brianna Hodge, $392,000 to 122 Livermore - LHS '87), we decided to Sierra Hoggatt, Alyssa Hollis, students. The 2015 Pedrozzi fund two scholarships in Jessica Lenida, Erin Louis, Scholars include commu- honor of the teachers who Shelby Offill, Natalie Palomo- nity college, vocational inspired them. We are hon- Ramirez, Eduardo Sanchez, school, undergraduate and Leah Silveira, Katie Smith, ored to be active supporters Alice Williams, James Yarnell graduate students, twenty of education in Livermore Vocational: Jaidee Taylor percent of whom are the and Livermore students." Undergraduate: Minerva first in their families to at- The Pedrozzi Scholarship Alvarez, Danielle Bakalar, tend college. In the fall, they Foundation awards scholar- Kaitlyn Baucke, Enikoe Bihari, will be studying throughout ships to graduates of the four Kelly Borden, Misha Brewster, California and across the Alana Brogan, Peter Cabeceiras, Livermore school district Gabriela Chan, Gersain Chavar- country, but they all have high schools and since 2008, ria, Taylor Cole, Jonathan Davis, one thing in common – they has awarded more than $2.7 Michael Dayton, Elizabeth Ready to roll all graduated from a Liver- million to 769 Livermore Dimits, Jonas Elam, Caro- more high school and give students. Pedrozzi Schol- line Feltz, Marina Fountaine, back to their community. ars are not only motivated McKenzie Frost, Isabel Futral, The 2015 Pedrozzi Delaney Gill-Sommerhauser, students, but are also well Kirstynn Gonzales, Alyssa Gon- Scholars include two spe- rounded individuals, who zalez, Sergio Graciano, Amber Golf for Livermore High School cial scholars – Katelyn perform community service, Granato, Riley Greenough, Pickett, recipient of the Nel- participate in extra-curricu- Logan Gruidl, Ethan Ha, Avery The 5th Annual Liver- funding to provide twelve of the first LHS/GHS foot- son Fong Undergraduate lar school activities, and gain Harker, Nadia Hassen, Mela- more High School Alumni under-served students with ball game on Nov. 6. These Scholarship, and Kevin Pa- valuable work experience. In nie Henshaw, Cassidy Herro, Associations’ (LHSAA) Golf the opportunity to visit State Alumni events are rapidly tel, recipient of the George addition to reducing the fi- Lainey Hibbard, Courtney Hil- Tournament at Las Positas colleges prior to their senior becoming an “All Class Re- ton, Austin Horning, Marcella Kerr Undergraduate Schol- nancial burden for students, Jean, Danielle Jess, Katherine Golf Course on Friday, May year application period. Ca- union” with more than 50% arship. These two scholar- these scholarships encour- Johnston, Matthew Klem, 29. The Livermore High ryl Shill, the College Career of the attendees being LHS ships, funded by longtime age students to dream big. Megan Kristovich, Peter Lalor, School Alumni Association Advisor at LHS, found that Alumni from various years. Livermore residents Jay and The community is invited Bailey Laughlin, Eric Lebish, (LHSAA) was created seven many of her college-prep See LHSAA website: www. Mary Davis, are in honor of to celebrate with the 2015 Heather LeCon, Joshua Ledbet- retired Livermore teachers ter, Domenic Lestochi, Jordan years ago with a two-fold students couldn’t afford to livermorehighalumni.com Pedrozzi Scholars at the Lewis, Stephen MacDonell, mission. First was to create go on site visits. Feedback to “This is our opportunity Nelson Fong and George annual Awards Recogni- Brandon Madera, Samantha opportunities for alumni to the LHSAA Board from one to give back, says Livermore Kerr. tion Event, Thursday, June Marx-Wollard, Mariah Mathat, interact with each other and attending student, was pro- High alum Kristin Meyer Nelson Fong taught ad- 4, 4:30 – 6:00 pm, at the Arianna McGlynn, Olivia McIn- the second to provide on- found. She described being ’87, chairperson of the Golf vanced math and phys- Bankhead Theater Plaza tosh, Lindsay McNeish, Marissa Medeiros, Amanda Montano, going support for LHS. Any in a single-parent family and Tournament. This tourna- ics courses at Livermore (2400 First Street, Liver- High School, courses in Benjamin Morgan, Rachel Mun- school department having a never thought she’d make ment is a shotgun/scramble more). To congratulate the zar, Annie Pang, Kevin Patel, financial need may submit a it to a four year college. commencing at 11:30 at which Katelyn Pickett ex- new Pedrozzi Scholars and Isabella Pearson, Daniella celed. Katelyn worked as a Funding Application to the She tearfully described how Las Positas Golf Course. support future ones, Patxi’s Peinovich, Jennifer Peoples, math tutor throughout high LHSAA Board. The goal is this simple two day trip had The $125.00 fee includes Pizza and Sauced BBQ and Yenifer Perez, Katelyn Pickett, school in addition to being Spirits will donate a portion Anish Prabhu, Leilana Pueliu, to support Livermore High’s changed her life. Not only golf, cart, range balls, din- involved in Livermore High of their June 4th proceeds to Gabrielle Quintana, Summer academic and extracurricular did she realize students in ner, course refreshments, School activities, including Rose, Patryk Skowronski-Stec, the Foundation. Cole Souza, Cassandra Stanley, activities so current and fu- her exact same position, suc- prizes and a silent auction. orchestra and show choir. The Pedrozzi Scholarship ture generations will be able cessfully attended college For additional information Molly Stolz, Emily Stuart, Ryan At Portola Elementary Foundation was established Stuart, Danny Sun, Amanda to receive the superior high and graduated with bachelor go to www.livermorehigha- School, George Kerr taught in 2004 by Mario Pedrozzi, Swinkels, Lauren Tabor, Jenna school education Livermore degrees, the trip “changed lumni.com or www.mkt. music in addition to his a Livermore businessman, Thompson, Carleigh Thurman, is known for. her (sic) views on educa- com/lhsaa for tickets. You elementary school teach- who left his estate as a gift Evelyn Tijero, Katelyn Vales, Presently the LHSAA is tion” completely. may also contact: Kristen ing responsibilities. Kevin Jennifer Villegas, Erin Vistnes, to the community. Contact Jacob Volponi, Jordan Volponi, funding a dryer for the Spe- LHSAA typically offers Meyer ’87 925-447-4758 Patel shares that passion as us at 925-456-3700 or info@ Harrison Wayne, Jenna Wil- cial Day Class Program at three events per year. A ([email protected]) , he composes music, leads PedrozziFoundation.org; liams, Kaylee Witt, Kristen LHS. Those special students crab feed, golf tournament, Jim Perry ’63 925-548-8108 the Granada High School visit PedrozziFoundation. Young, Brianna Zantman, learn in a “home setting” en- and “Fall social”. This year, ([email protected]) or orchestra, and volunteers org to learn more. Braeden Zeitler abling them to exist in a more LHSAA is hoping that their Rich Fletcher ’67 at 925- teaching music to Junction 2015 Pedrozzi Scholars: Graduate: Emily Clark, Alexis Doggett, Krista Farnady, independent lifestyle as they Fall Social will become 989-4372 (richfletcher@ Avenue Middle School Ma- Community College: Ester riachi band students. Angeles-Mares, Nidya Angeles- Briant Jacobs, Michael Morales, age. LHSAA just completed the anniversary festivities sbcglobal.net). Mares, Sarah Bettencourt, Steven Russo, Ni Sun-Suslow DUBLIN (continued from page one) May 5 to look at density re- San Francisco, said proj- public's segment during the community wants. That's duction throughout the East ect architect Garrett Hinds. three-hour agenda item. a review of the remain- Dublin Specific Plan's 1656 There would be a housed Eighteen were opposed; ing non-vested units for a non-vested units. Trumark's food court area, but also an three favored it. reduction in East Dublin development is one of the outdoor space for booths, The opponents said that density. The Trumark units properties in that category. concerts, art fairs and civic the residential zoning was are non-vested. They don't An exception shouldn't be events. It would be unique to going in the wrong direction. contribute to any regional made now for Trumark. It the Valley, said Hinds. Several said there should housing needs assessment would make for a better The higher overall den- be no more growth. They numbers. Residents don't decision to see the context sity of the residential in- cited school crowding and want any more residential in which the Trumark plan crease would be needed to increased traffic. units in Dublin; they want would operate, said Haubert make the commercial zoning Trumark is negotiating commercial." and Gupta. work, said Hinds. Anticipat- with the school district to "You have almost 9000 Trumark Senior Vice ing neighbors complaints agree on a developer fee units planned. We've met President Christopher Dav- about parking, Hinds said above the state requirement. our population growth until East Bay Regional Park District Police Department enport said that the GPA that a big commercial de- It would be set high enough 2020. We don't want to see awards Dublin family a Regional Parks Foundation study is preferable, because velopment, represented by to meet Dublin's needs for anymore roof tops," said annual membership the developer is under a time 550,000 square feet, would the impact made by the Massetti. deadline with the landowner. resemble Hacienda Center. Trumark development on A speaker favoring the Trumark's 90,000 square One parking space there will schools, said Davenport. Trumark plan and its hous- feet of commercial devel- have five or 10 visitors daily, Audience member Mar- ing said that from his experi- Dublin Family Receives Parks opment would become the much higher than the num- lene Massetti said, "A vote ence as a longtime member Dublin Public Market, an ber of visitors to residential in favor of the study is in- of the Santa Clara Chamber Foundation Annual Membership indoor/outdoor food center, spaces, said Hinds. consistent with what the of Commerce, it's clear that In an effort to strengthen relationships between law en- based somewhat on similar Some 21 speakers reg- council has promised the the lack of housing afford- places in Napa, San Jose, forcement and the diverse community members that visit istered their opinions at the community, and what the ability is the top impediment and the Ferry Building in to new jobs. parks throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) Police Depart- ment held a contest and giveaway for a Regional Parks ENERGY Foundation annual family membership. (continued from page one) As a CALEA-certified law enforcement agency, the industrial sector, he added. BTU is a British Thermal Moving toward renew- flow charts for the U.S. and EBRPD Police Department conducts surveys to measure the “American manufactur- Unit, a modest amount of able forms of energy, solar selected states since the performance of our police department in order to determine ers have gained confidence energy – roughly what is re- has grown dramatically over mid-1970s after the Arab whether our goals toward preventing crime, promoting that natural gas prices will leased by igniting and fully a decade, starting from a oil embargo motivated the safety, and building relationships are effective. stay low for the long term, burning a wooden kitchen small base. In 2014, the U.S. federal government to allow As a thank you to respondents, one lucky winner was and have invested in equip- match. A quadrillion BTUs, used more than 0.4 quads of the nuclear defense labs to offered a Regional Parks Foundation annual family mem- ment to switch from oil to meaning a million billion solar energy, sevenfold more expand their efforts into bership. Benefits include free parking, free swimming, natural gas feedstocks and BTUs, is a huge amount of than the 0.06 in 2004. non-nuclear energy. special discounts, and more. This survey was administered fuels,” he added. energy. Wind energy has grown The graphics have been online during the months of February and Apri. The winner, Another conclusion that These are some of the even more. In 2014, the used by analysts in govern- chosen at random on May 1, is a Dublin family excited to can be drawn from the 2014 basic trends that emerge U.S. used 1.6 quads of wind ment, industry and aca- take advantage of this membership during the upcoming flow chart is that most U.S. from comparing the U.S. energy, 11 times more than demia seeking to understand summer months. energy is wasted rather than energy picture in 2014 with the 0.14 in 2004. broad currents in the energy used beneficially. Sixty that of 2004: As for efficiency, U.S. economy. percent of U.S. energy last Total U.S. energy use performance has declined Other energy sectors Safeway Promotes Manager year was lost, typically as has declined. In 2014 the over the past decade. In covered by the charts in- waste heat. Transportation country used 98.3 quads, 2014, it wasted 59.4 quads or clude nuclear, geothermal, Safeway Inc. has promoted Benny Aguilar to manager was the least efficient sector, about two percent less than 60 percent of its total energy biomass and hydroelectric. of its store at 1554 First St. in Livermore. wasting some 79 percent of the 100.2 quads of 2004. budget. In 2004, it wasted They are available online at “We’re very proud and honored to help professionals its energy. Petroleum use has de- 56.8 quads, or 57 percent of https://flowcharts.llnl.gov/ like Benny grow and succeed in their Safeway careers,” While a single year’s clined more sharply. In 2014 its total energy. archive.html#energy_ar- said Tom Schwilke, Northern California Division President. change is not enough to the U.S. used 34.8 quads, or The Laboratory has chive. Aguilar has risen through the Safeway ranks as Courtesy constitute a trend, a compari- 14 percent less than the 40.3 been publishing energy Clerk, Food Clerk, Assistant Store Manager and Relief son with energy use figures quads of 2004. Store Manager. published by the Laboratory Coal use has declined He enjoys interacting with customers as well as the sense a decade ago shows a longer more rapidly still. In 2014, the U.S. used 17.9 quads of of accomplishment when he sees employees he has men- term pattern. The charts present energy coal, which is 20 percent less Indexed Annuity with a tored advance their careers. Away from the store, Aguilar use in quads, referring to than in 2004, when it used loves spending time with his wife and twin 6-year-old boys, quadrillions of BTUs. A 22.5 quads. Benny and Jayden. They enjoy fishing and baseball together. 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(continued from page 4) was over and before anyone American Flag standing in whose real purpose is to states that the Livermore Glazer/Bonilla battle is over. a swearing in ceremony of left; I stood at the podium the corner? dumb-down Americans to Valley Joint Unified School Buckets of mud were slung 7-8 individuals who will be and voiced my displeasure. The Flag, Pledge and the make them easier to manage. District has over-sight of by both sides for months. performing functions in the Pointing out the mute indi- Oath are what binds us as Anyone who wants to use the charter school starting There were rarely fewer name of the City of Liver- vidual who refused to voice a nation. America is like a math as a toll will have to in July. However, I have than two political mailings more. These positions were her oath. huge block of stone; and I first flush that way of think- heard that they do not have EACH DAY. By the end I important enough whereby One council person stated am seeing it being chipped ing and start over. For school over-sight over the Manage- didn't care who won--my they were sworn in at City out loud that they signed an away by actions like this; administrators who howl ment part of the Corporation. attitude was "just make it Council meeting; in front of oath prior to the meeting. to become a mere pile of about lost federal funding, Would like to know if it is stop!" the public. My question is; then why did rubble. some have said, "See what true and if it is, why?? In my fantasy world is The oath consisted of that person not voice their happens when you go to I was also wondering if a political system wherein swearing allegiance to the adherence to our Constitu- Math Problem bed with the devil?" If the there is any over-sight when each candidate states (with United States; its Constitu- tion etc; including those of G. Roger Gathers resulting education cripples the lottery is done for new honesty, of course), "This tion; to protect and defend the City of Livermore. I Livermore students in their analytical students? is what I intend to do about etc. Each person was to can only wonder what those I have a PhD in physics abilities, what good is it Secondly, I would like this issue and that issue and voice the oath in unison standing on either side felt from UC Berkeley and have anyway? If we dumb-down the Corporation to state the other issue, and this is after saying their name. All as that person stood mute had 40 years of experience the next generation, who in writing that LVSUSD why I'm the right person to but one individual voiced and they stated the oath. On using mathematics as a tool. will run this technological will not be liable for any do it." Then they leave it up their allegiance to abide by my way out the door; one The benefits of math go far society we are living in? bond failure that may oc- to the voters to choose which the tenets of the oath. That person walked up to me and beyond computational skills. cur. I think that Livermore package suits their view of person stood mute during shook my hand. A lady told It teaches a person how to Charter Oversight schools' parents would find how government should the entire ceremony. me the issue will be taken think analytically. I have Donna Fortner this more acceptable. function. The money now When it was over; they to the City Attorney. I hope seen some reported samples Livermore spent on mudslinging would took their seats among the so, because; why then say of the math portion of com- After reading the article Politics go instead to housing the audience. Nothing hap- the Pledge of Allegiance at mon core. It looks to me on the Tri-Valley Learning Carolyn Hunt homeless, supporting food pened; as if nothing wrong the beginning of the Coun- like educational sabotage. It Center Corporation, I have Livermore banks, and educating youth. occurred. When the meeting cil Session? Why have the appears to be a trojan horse a few concerns. The article Thank goodness the

Susie Carol Dahl Harvey (with wife Laura), Our Savior Lutheran Church Coite of Oakdale; sister in band. She had a genuine love Susie Carol was born in William Harvey, Sophia or Hope Hospice. law, Joanne De Coite of for animals and her pets. Her Clarksdale, MS on August Galvez, and Estella Galvez. North Hollywood, along “happiest place on earth was 21, 1950, and departed this Friends and family are with many cousins, nieces, riding her horse LJ on the life on May 14, 2015. invited to the funeral service nephews, aunts and uncles. ranch checking cows with She on Saturday, May 30th, 2015 She was pre-deceased by her favorite dog Molly fol- graduat- at 11:00AM at Callaghan her parents, and her broth- lowing along.” A beautiful ed from Mortuary on 3833 East Ave, ers, Dennis (2014, wife is person inside and out, Cindy brought a positive outlook Granada Livermore, CA. Burial to Charles John Joanne) and Reginald (1995) follow at Roselawn Cem- De Coite. She was greatly to any situation. She had a High Rogge, Sr. kind and generous heart that School etery. loved and will be forever Charles John Rogge, Sr. missed by her family and touched everyone she met. in 1968. In lieu of flowers, please passed away May 20, 2015 Her fun loving personality make a donation to a Cancer friends. She at the age of 96 of natural Patricia Virginia The funeral will be held and warm smile was inviting lived Research fund, or Shep- causes. Charlie was born on Duncan at St. Augustine's Church in to all. Cindy was a spiritual and herd’s Gate Shelter in Liver- October 7, 1918 in Chicago, (Nee De Coite) Pleasanton on June 4th at person who found strength worked more. Illinois to Charles Fred- Jan. 22 1940 – May 12, 2015 11:00 AM. Pat’s final rest- in her faith. Cindy’s most in Liver- erick and Bertha (Jiede), Patricia (Pat) Virginia ing place will be at Saint cherished moments were more until her retirement Ann W. Gabor and is preceded in death by Duncan passed away peace- Augustine’s Cemetery in spent with her family and in 2001 when she moved Resident of Pleasanton his sisters Lillian, Adeline fully on Tuesday, May 12, Pleasanton following her friends. to Lincoln, CA in 2002. June 21, 1931 – May 19, 2015 and Verna, his wife Elaine, 2015, at her home in Pleas- funeral. In lieu of flowers, She is survived by her Besides her family, Susie Long time resident of and their infant son Wil- anton after a long and coura- please donate to Hope Hos- husband Dan Sachau Jr., loved Elvis and his music, Pleasanton Ann Woolery liam. He is survived by geous battle with breast can- pice, 6377 Clark Ave #100, her two step children Erin Facebook, beading, taking Gabor, originally of Beth- sister Norma Wanner of Des cer. She was born Jan. 22, Dublin, CA 94568, for the (Sean) Wells, Jeff (Missy) pictures, playing cards, go- any, WV, Plaines, Illinois, children 1940, in Paia, Maui, Hawaii quality care that they gave Sachau, six grandchildren, ing to Coyote softball games passed Barbara Rogge, Charles Jr. to Margaret (nee Moniz) and to Pat and the great support two sisters, Candy Villago- to watch Virg and working away from (Michelle) and Lynn Perry Edward Boteilho DeCoite. they gave to the family. The mez and Ritha (Frank) Win- in her beautiful yard. complica- (Glen), all of Livermore, and She was the eldest of four family thanks Hope Hos- terhaller, two brothers, Gary Susie is survived by her tions re- children with three brothers, pice. http://hopehospice. Macedo and Donny Blevins grandchildren Allison Perry, and numerous nieces and husband, Virgil of 45 years, lated to Matthew Perry (Toni) and Edward (Eddie), Dennis and com/ Reginald (Reggie) De Coite. See more at: http:// nephews. She is also sur- daughter Debbie and son-in- multiple Morgan Rogge. Pat’s grandparents were all tributes.com/Patricia-Dun- vived by her Father-in-Law law Glenn, daughter Penny strokes. In After high school, Char- born in Portugal. can-2015 and Mother-in-Law Dan and and son-in-law Jack, son 1952 she lie trained as an X-Ray tech- graduated Her father moved the Nancy Sachau as well as Sis- Danny and daughter-in- nician at Able Labs in Chi- ter-in-Law Karen Foscalina. summa family to the Bay Area on Cynthia (Cindy) Sachau law Jenni, grandchildren cago, and was a Technical May 19, 1956 when Pat was A celebration of Cindy's Dale and Olivia, her sisters cum laude from Bethany Sergeant in the Army Medi- Cynthia (Cindy) Sachau life will be held on June 6th 16 years old. Pat hated to of Livermore passed away and brothers and granddog College (WV). She moved cal Corps during WWII. He leave Hawaii. She graduated beginning at 12:00 p.m at Dean. to Pleasanton in 1965 with later supervised the X-Ray from Arroyo High School unexpectedly Wednesday the family's ranch in Liver- A Celebration of Life her late husband, Don Gabor department at the Veteran’s in San Lorenzo on June 12, May 20, 2015, at the age of more. Formal services will will be held on Saturday, (1926-1979), where they Administration Hospital in 1958 and then worked for 55. Cindy was a graduate take place at 1:00, also at June 13 at 11am at Lincoln raised two children: Dan- Livermore where he retired the Pacific Bell Telephone of Tennyson High School the ranch. Food and re- Hills Community Church iel Gabor (1968-1996) and after 30 years of service. He Company in Hayward for in Hayward and continued freshments will immediately (916-408-3800) located at Catherine Gabor, who re- also retired after 25 years as 13 years. The family later her edu- follow. Please contact Cal- 950 East Joiner Parkway, sides in Pleasanton with her a Commander in the Coast moved to Dublin, CA. cation at laghan Mortuary for further Lincoln, CA 95648 husband Andrew Stefanick Patricia was a beloved Chabot service information at 925- Guard Auxiliary, stationed Junior and two children Sage and at Government Island in wife to James (Jim) W. Dun- 447-2942. Kirk. She was a dedicated can for almost 49 years, College. In lieu of flowers, dona- Helen Mary Miller Alameda. During his retire- Cindy member of the American ment he needed to stay busy married June 4, 1966 in tions can be made to: (nee Rediess) Hayward, CA. She was a was em- American Cancer Society Resident of Livermore, CA Association of Universi- so he took part time jobs at ty Women, the League of loving mother to David E. ployed at (https://donate.cancer.org), April 14, 1927 – May 19, 2015 Health Analysis and for Dr. the Law- Women Voters, the Retired Duncan of Chandler, AZ., the East Bay SPCA (www. Helen Miller passed Jerome Davis’s office as an and Christopher A. Duncan rence eastbayspca.org), or a char- away after a valiant battle Teachers Association, and X-Ray technician. Liver- United Christian Church of (Raquel, nee Phillips) of ity of choice. against cancer. She touched Charlie was fond of road Ripon CA., and a proud more National Laboratory many lives with her lov- Livermore. trips and took his family on (LLNL) for 27 years where At the age of 80, Ann and caring grandmother of Uneida Fernandez ing spirit many vacations throughout granddaughters, Makenna she worked as a training and affec- married long time Livermore the United States. Vacations specialist in the Radioac- Uneida Fernandez, long and Kember, and grandson, term resident of Millbrae tion for resident Charles Hazen, who were often interrupted while Jace. tive and Hazardous Waste people. survives her. She is also Charlie would spend many Management Program. who recently moved to Jim and Pat made their Livermore to be closer to A home- survived by her brother Kirk happy hours at the local junk home in Hayward, San Le- Cindy was born in Castro maker Woolery (Ernestine) and yard looking for auto parts andro, and for the last 42 Valley, California on March her kids, passed away peace- most of her sister Margaret Woolery for the inevitable breakdown years in Pleasanton where 4, 1960. For the past 25 fully on May 18, 2015, at 83 her life, Engle, both of Barefoot of the family car. they raised their sons. Pat, years she resided in Liver- years of age. she raised Bay, FL, as well as many He had many hobbies along with Jim, were active more. Cindy married the She is preceded in death four chil- nieces and nephews, includ- which included model trains, in supporting their sons in love of her life, Dan Sachau, by her husband of 60 years, ing James Redovian (Elena the Foothill Marching Band Jr. on September 12, 2003. Joseph and sons, Curtis and dren, five airplanes and photography. Cindy and Dan were happily grand- Gribanova) of Pleasanton. He built two boats and the and she was a member of the Cory. She is survived by her She is predeceased by her Saint Augustine’s Catholic married for 12 years. daughter, Janice (Donald) children, and two great- family enjoyed boating in Cindy served as an am- grandchildren. Helen was sister Nancy Woolery Hall. the Sacramento Delta, wa- Church. Sans, Craig (Maureen) Fer- In lieu of flowers, dona- Pat loved listening to her bassador to the Chamber of nandez, grandchildren Pat- active in her church and terskiing and having picnics. Commerce for the LLNL Bible study group, as well tions can be made to one of After moving to Liver- Hawaiian music, playing her rick (Laura) Guglielmoni, ukulele while singing (espe- as well as for the Liver- as participating in a prayer the scholarship funds Ann more in the early fifties to Michele (Jonathan) Draper, cially with family) and mak- more Stockmen's Rodeo Jeffrey Sans, Justine (Sean) group for Shepherd’s Gate founded: The Dan Gabor work at the VA hospital, Association. Cindy was a Memorial Scholarship, c/o ing sure everyone was fed a Flanagan, Joseph Fernandez, women’s shelter in Liver- Charlie and wife Elaine were good meal. She treasured her stockholder, and served as more, CA for over 25 years. Amador Valley Scholar- one of the original families an Associate Director for Keith Fernandez, and great- ships, Inc., 4665 Bernal sons and grandchildren and grandchildren Trentan Drap- She loved helping women in the Our Savior Lutheran loved to talk about them. She many years on the rodeo get a better start in life. Ave., Pleasanton, CA 94566 Church congregation. Char- board. She helped with many er, Brianna Guglielmoni and was very friendly and made Baby-boy Flanagan due in Helen is survived by lov- or The Dan Gabor Memorial lie contributed sweat equity you at ease when around her. of the rodeo committees ing husband Ken, sisters Field Camp Scholarship, c/o to the construction of the and chaired the Livermore July. She will be missed by She was easy to laugh and her family and many friends. Mildred Bumgarner (with Department of GeoSciences, original A- shaped church also easy to cry over things Rodeo Queen contest. husband Ernest) and Betty University of Arkansas, Fay- that still stands at the Corner that really mattered. Cindy enjoyed tending A private family service Jean Fuller; and brother etteville, AR 72701-1201. of East Avenue and Jensen Patricia is survived by to her garden, riding horses, will be held to reunite her Herman Rediess; descen- Friends and family are Street. her husband, sons, daughter and living on the ranch rais- with her husband. dants Donald Miller, Con- invited to her memorial Services for Charlie were in law, grandchildren, a ing beef cattle with her hus- stance Buck (with husband service on Saturday, June held at Our Savior Lutheran brother Eddie (Helga) De Thorn), Annette Harvey 20, 2015 at 2:00 pm, Cal- Church on Wednesday, May (with husband David), John laghan Mortuary, 3833 East 27. Graveside burial fol- Miller (with wife Kimberly), Avenue, Livermore. lowed immediately after the Obituary/ Dewayne Miller, Nicole service at Memory Gardens. Galvez (with husband Joe), Donations can be made to Memoriam Policies Kassandra Miller, Brian Obituaries are published in The Independent at no charge. There is a small ValleyCare Thrift Shop charge for photographs in the obituaries. Memoriam ads can also be placed in The END OF THE MONTH SALE Independent when families want to honor the This Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. memories of their loved ones. There is a charge for memoriam ads,based on the size of the ad. EVERYTHING IN THE STORE 1/2 OFF! Please send an email to 1911 Second Street, Livermore [email protected] PAGE 10 - The Independent, MAY 28, 2015 Wine Country 1st Wednesday - Time Chardonnay all around: Impugned yet consumed By Harry Stoll Croatia as Štajerska Belina. Meredith states it’s likely the to Jump Into Summer “Let’s start you off with a glass of our Chardonnay,” Romans brought it to France. There it became known as Main Street will come alive during June 3rd’s 1st say the hosts welcoming you to the tasting room. Most of Gouais Blanc apparently that’s from the archaic French Wednesday Street Party from 6-9pm. Live music will fill us nod, some smile, too many others sneer. However, it pejorative adjective gou, a term of derision. French nobil- the air throughout downtown. There will be nearly 200 makes sense, going from the easy drinking to the hardy ity attempted to ban growing it. That’s akin to today’s vendor booths, a Wine Garden, Farmers’ Market and local wines, often ending with a robust Cabernet Sauvignon. ABC (“anything but Chardonnay”). However, the peas- artists at ArtBlock. These two opposites are probably the most consumed ants grew it and somewhere along the line this Casanova Growers who can be found at Saturday Farmers’ Market varietals in the world. of wines sprinkled his pollen on Pinot and voila! Char- are coming to 1st Wednesdays. The Pacific Coast Farmers’ As with many grapes, there are many versions of donnay. Market Association is bringing you the freshest produce and Chardonnay’s origin. One is that Chardonnay originated Eno Pioneer Charles Wetmore imported Chardonnay other flavorful food you will only find on St. Mary Street in what is now Israel and was brought to France by from Mersault, Burgundy to the Gier Vineyard in Pleas- at Main Street during 1st Wednesday. returning Crusaders. UC Davis Professor Emereta Carole anton in 1882. In 1912, 2nd generation winemaker Ernest Along with a family friendly Entertainment Garden at Meredith—who specialized in the DNA of grapes— Wente planted some cuttings from the Gier Vineyard. An 530 Main Street, adults 21 years of age and older will be able to purchase a variety of wine and beer. Fenestra Winery, states, “There is irrefutable evidence that Chardonnay interesting side note is the Wente Arroyo Road tasting room was part of the original Wetmore Winery. Concannon Vineyard and Enoteca Five will serve up their came from France and absolutely no evidence that it best varietals by the glass. All three wineries boast awards Chardonnay is malleable. Of all the varieties it is the came from anywhere else.” from the Alameda County Wine Competition, which spon- In 1999, Meredith and others conducted a genetic easiest for the winemakers to leave her or his boot prints sors the Wine Garden. New this month, Handles Gastropub check on Chardonnay and concluded it was a cross on. One technique they use is malolactic fermentation. will be a guest brewery inside the Wine Garden serving their between Pinot and Gouais Blanc, which is known in Lactic acid accounts for the buttery taste in some Char- Bouquet Blonde and Alisal Pale Ale. donnays. Some enoscenti say only the crisp Chardonnay Many downtown eateries will be offering drink and food pair well with food. I say pair them with something with specials during 1st Wednesday. Stop by the Entertainment butter or milk. Garden in the 500 block of Main Street for a full list of the Let’s stop talking about Chardonnay and start tasting: specials. Food Truck Mafia will feature five new trucks each 2012 Stony Ridge Chardonnay Livermore Val- month at 1st Wednesday Street Parties to meet your foodie ley Del Arroyo Vineyards ($22). Over the rim sniff a needs. On June 3, Big City Country Boy, Out of the Cave, ménage of mango, pineapple, and other topics. The clean Hongry Kong, Kona Ice and Southern Comfort Kitchen and crisp flavors favor vanilla and cloves. It finishes will serve up delicious cuisine on Main Street. with a hint of a hit of citrus. It was left on the lees for six The featured artists at ArtBlock this month are talented months. I was there for it in the cool, cool, cool of the students from Foothill High School. Several art students evening on the back porch as Herb strutted with Maria as will have their art on display and be on hand to discuss they alternated spooning sopas into each other. their work along W. Angela Street. 2012 Crooked Vine Chardonnay Livermore Valley Steel Rose is bringing country hits to the Entertainment Del Arroyo Vineyards ($26). Plays notes of nectarine, Garden from 6-9pm. Live music can also be heard at Art- apricot, and white tea. A pallet–load of dreamy creamy Block with Eric Rozran, at the Farmers’ Market with John lemon soufflé flavors please the palate. The crème brûlée Brazell and Garage Band Academy will be rocking out on finish was meant for that dessert, after a brief bite of South Main Street near the Veterans’ Memorial Building. Bring your dancing shoes! Brie. This is a sophisticated lady with whom I could have The event is presented by the Pleasanton Downtown As- Free blood pressure screenings are among the many tangoed all night in Paris. sociation. There is no admission charge. For information, no-cost services provided at the Tri-Valley Community 2011 Rubino Estates Chardonnay Central Coast call (925) 484-2199 or go to www.pleasantondowntown.net. Health Fair slated for Saturday, June 6 in Pleasanton. ($22). Aromas and flavors of apple, pineapple, and foot- notes of ripe pear. Rich yet balanced. Feels real good in the mouth. Goes with much stuff. Handpicked in the cool cool morning. Balanced with high natural acidity. Pairs well with lobster, sea bass, chicken, turkey or pork. But- Pet Adoption Days Scheduled Free Tri-Valley Community ter cream garlic and saffron. Aged 18 months in Ameri- Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days are set for the weekend of can, French, and Hungarian oak. It’s 23% estate Dijon May 30-31, 2015. This is a nationwide adoption event to Health Fair Scheduled clone and 77% Tolosa Vineyard Edna Valley. place all cats and dogs in qualified homes. 2012 Retzlaff Chardonnay Livermore Valley ($22). Valley Humane Society, along with surrounding area The City of Pleasanton joins the Pleasanton Unified Estate bottled. Clean clear crisp and hip, with balanced shelters and rescue groups will come together at locations School District and Axis Community Health in presenting flavors of apple and tropical fruit. Michel, the Gallic throughout the county for one goal: to empty the shelters Health Fair 2015 on Saturday, June 6 at the Firehouse Arts tasting room host, recommends it with swordfish with over two days, May 30-31, 2015. Center at 4444 Railroad Avenue. Free adoptions through Valley Humane Society will be The event, which runs from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.is mango sauce. He enunciated the ‘w’ in swordfish and that sold me. I enjoyed it under the pepper trees and took offered throughout the weekend at the following locations a component of the Tri-Valley Health Initiative which is and times: supported by multiple public and private agencies and it home to enjoy with the swordfish that I was careful to say it as Michel did. Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasan- health systems in Alameda County. It is free and open to ton: Saturday, May 30, 8 am – 5 pm; Sunday, May 31, 10 2012 Concannon Conservancy Chardonnay ($18). all members of the public, including residents and those am – 4 pm living in surrounding communities, particularly underserved That’s rich. Aromas of crisp apples off the back porch in Stoneridge Mall, 1 Stoneridge Mall Road, Pleasanton: populations who do not have direct access to health services. the Fall, or after the Fall, pear and vanilla with a skosh Saturday, May 30, 10 am – 6 pm; Sunday, May 31, 11 This free event features workshops on family commu- of a hint of a tint of a bit of caramel, oak, and butter. The am – 5 pm nication, nutrition and immigration law, immunizations finish sighs for you and cries for you before it dies for Animals will be adopted on a first-come, first-served required for school entry, including Tdap (for students you. For me, it was a grilled cheese sandwich of Beck- basis during the event and may not be placed on “hold.” only), physical exams, and dental and vision screenings. man’s 4-seed sourdough and Kerigold sharp cheese. It Standard adoption criteria apply. Potential adopters are Resource tables will also be available along with cultural made me close my eyes to concentrate on the pairing. encouraged to fill out an adoption application ahead of time entertainment. 2013 Wente Chardonnay Nth Degree Livermore to speed the process. The Pleasanton Health Fair is a joint project between Valley ($68). Balances the tasting beam with aromas of Available animals will be displayed online and will indi- the City of Pleasanton, the Pleasanton Unified School figgy pudding, ripe apples, nutmeg, graham cracker and cate the location where the animal will be physically located. District (PUSD), and Axis Community Health. The Eastern clove. Crisp, with a smooth finish. It was barrel fer- Maddie’s® Pet Adoption Days is a two-day, fee-waived Alameda County Human Services Needs Assessment in mented aged sur lie; that’s the truth, sur. The winemaker collaborative effort of countless people trying to save the 2011 indicated the need to ensure access to services and to used Eastern European and French natural oak and it lives of shelter animals. For each pet adopted, Maddie’s embrace the growing diversity in the region. The Health Fair underwent 100% malolactic fermentation. I look forward Fund gives participating shelters from $200 to $2,500. This serves as a gateway to make contact and engage especially to trying it with wild caught fresh salmon. The season is funding enables the shelters and rescue groups to save and the underserved communities to provide health screening, nearly upon us. treat more animals throughout the year. linkage, and health care enrollment to 200 youth and fami- For a complete list of adoption locations and to see the lies in the city of Pleasanton. Chardonnay might not be exotic but it’s reliable. Alas, if you like this column, you can’t Like it. available pets, go to Adopt.MaddiesFund.org.

Scholarships Awarded nationwide in one of the largest Hospital Stanford. riparian corridor as it dissects org or 947-3535. be attached to The Tri-Valley Branch of national volunteer commitments This year's fundraising cam- the landscape into three dis- Paul Salemme will lead the the bandstand California Retired Teachers As- to the Red Cross Blood Services paign titled “Give Hope. Give tinct floodplains. The property walk. Meet at 14350 Marsh wall facing sociation Division 85 (CalRTA) from a corporate partner. Health” will feature an eight- also boasts beautiful blue oak Creek Rd. east of Clayton. the sidewalk. recently awarded three Tri- To donate blood, download week raffle fundraiser, which uplands with fantastic views Major donors Valley Seniors Scholarships. All the American Red Cross Blood begins today through July 12 in of the mountain. The 3 mile Help with Bandstand can purchase three are planning to become Donor App, visit redcrossblood. all 45 Bay Area Coldwell Banker hike will be moderately paced plaques that Residential Brokerage offices. with very little elevation gain, The Rotary Foundation of teachers. org or call 1-800-RED CROSS Livermore is in the process will be at- Kelley Dixon is a senior (1-800-733-2767) to make an Organizers have set a goal of approximately 300 ft. Please tached to the front base of the raising more than $300,000 with bring plenty of water and snacks of building a bandstand/event at Foothill High School and appointment or for more in- gazebo in Carnegie Park. To bandstand. For more informa- all donations going to support and wear appropriate clothing, a has achieved recognition as a formation. All blood types are support this project, commu- tion on recognition items visit the Lucile Packard Children’s wide brimmed hat, sunglasses, www.rotarianfoundationliver- scholar-athlete. She is a cross- needed to ensure a reliable sup- nity members can purchase a Fund. and plenty of sunscreen. RSVP more.org/. country runner and plans to ply for patients. A blood donor bronze grape leaf, which will In addition to the compa- to smdinfo@savemountdiablo. attend Oregon State University. card or driver’s license or two nywide raffle, money will also Sophia Hui is a senior at other forms of identification are be raised by local fundraising Dublin High School and has required at check-in. Individuals activities held by individual played golf for her school team who are 17 years of age (16 with Coldwell Banker Residential all four years. She plans to attend parental consent in some states), Brokerage offices throughout Pamona College weigh at least 110 pounds and the San Francisco Bay Area. Emilee McFadden is a senior are in generally good health may The children's hospital, at Dublin High School. She be eligible to donate blood. High using the fictitious business tion, 1217 Wagoner Dr, Liver- the County Clerk of Alameda which has coverage within 10 LEGAL NOTICES started her own piano business school students and other donors name listed above. more, CA 94550, is hereby on May 5, 2015. Expires May miles of most family households FOR INFORMATION Signature of Registrants registered by the following 5, 2020. as a sophomore and is currently 18 years of age and younger also in the Bay Area, treats any child PLACING LEGAL NOTICES :s/: Ranjot Singh owner(s): The Independent Legal No. teaching ten students. She is have to meet certain height and Call 925-243-8000 or expectant mother in the com- This statement was filed with John Morrissey, 1217 Wag- 3803. Published May 14, 21, a certified lifeguard and swim weight requirements. munity who needs specialized FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the County Clerk of Alameda oner Dr, Livermore, CA 28, June 4, 2015. instructor and plans to attend care, regardless of their ability NAME STATEMENT on April 28, 2015. Expires 94550 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brigham Young University. Kidney Walk FILE NO. 504102 April 28, 2020. This business is conducted NAME STATEMENT to pay. Each year, more than The following person(s) doing The Independent Legal No. by an Individual The East Bay Kidney Walk, 71,000 children and expectant FILE NO. 504419 hosted by the National Kidney business as: Law Offices of 3800. Published May 7, 14, The registrant began to The following person(s) do- Donate Blood mothers depend on Lucile Pack- Clay Zhu, 4419 Foxford Way, 21, 28, 2015. transact business using the The American Red Cross Foundation (NKF), is one of the ing business as: JNJ, 1359 many fundraising events held to ard Children’s Hospital Stanford Dublin, CA 94568, is hereby FICTITIOUS BUSINESS fictitious business name(s) Chelsea Way, Livermore, CA urges donors to donate blood or fight kidney disease. The event for expert medical care. As a registered by the following NAME STATEMENT listed above on 4/1/15. 94550, is hereby registered platelets during the “100 days on Sunday, June 7 will raise nonprofit hospital, they rely on owner(s): FILE NO. 504370 Signature of Registrants by the following owner(s): of summer. 100 days of hope.” community support to provide Keliang Zhu, 4419 Foxford The following person(s) do- :s/: John Morrissey Jonathan’s Natural Juices, awareness and funds for lifesav- Way, Dublin, CA 94568 This statement was filed with campaign, officially sponsored ing programs that educate and the best care available to patients ing business as: Pacific Bay 1359 Chelsea Way, Liver- by Suburban Propane. and their families. This business is conducted Pediatric Dentistry, 39572 the County Clerk of Alameda more, CA 94550 support patients, their families by an Individual on April 28, 2015. Expires “Memorial Day marks the and those at risk. Raffle tickets are $2 each Stevenson Pl, Fremont, CA This business is conducted The registrant has not yet 94539, is hereby registered April 28, 2020. by a Corporation unofficial start of summer and Check in time is 9 a.m. with and the public is invited to par- begun to transact business The Independent Legal No. vacation season, and the start of the start at 10 a.m. ticipate. They can be purchased by the following owner(s): The registrant has not yet using the fictitious business Noor Bilbeisi, DDS a Prof. 3802. Published May 14, 21, begun to transact business a seasonal decline in blood and Sunset Development Com- from any Coldwell Banker Resi- name listed above. Dental Corp, 39572 Ste- 28, June 4, 2015. using the fictitious business platelet donations,” said Sara pany will sponsor the East Bay dential Brokerage Independent Signature of Registrants venson Pl #123, Fremont, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS name listed above. O’Brien, external communica- Kidney Walk. Alexander Meh- Agent or at any Coldwell Banker :s/: Keliang Zhu CA 94539 NAME STATEMENT Signature of Registrants tions manager, Northern Califor- ran, Jr., President and COO is the Residential Brokerage office in This statement was filed with This business is conducted FILE NO. 504625-28 :s/: Maxine Brookner, Presi- nia Blood Services Region. “By Corporate Walk Chair for this the Bay Area. the County Clerk of Alameda by a Corporation The following person(s) doing dent choosing a day to give blood or year’s event. The event will take on April 22, 2015. Expires The registrant began to trans- business as: (1)Fire Trucks 4 This statement was filed with Prizes include a $4,000 April 22, 2020. platelets, volunteer donors can place at Bishop Ranch, 2600 grand prize donated by Princ- act business using the ficti- Hire (2)Fire Stations 4 Hire the County Clerk of Alameda Camino Ramon, San Ramon. The Independent Legal No. tious business name(s) listed (3)Wicktonville Township (4) on April 29, 2015. Expires give hope and help maintain a eton Capital, an Apple Watch, 3799. Published May 7, 14, sufficient supply for patients The course will wrap around the gift certificates, hotel stays and above on 1/1/2004. Echoing Quack, 480 Preston April 29, 2020. 21, 28, 2015. Signature of Registrants Ct, Ste D, Livermore, CA The Independent Legal No. in need.” scenic lake located at the center much more. For more informa- of the property. tion on the campaign, please FICTITIOUS BUSINESS :s/: Dr. Noor Bilbeisi, Presi- 94551, is hereby registered 3804. Published May 14, 21, As official sponsor of the Register or donate online: NAME STATEMENT dent by the following owner(s): 28, June 4, 2015. summer campaign, which began contact Katrina DeBacco at ka- FILE NO. 504336 This statement was filed with Wicktonville Fire Department http://donate.kidney.org/East- [email protected]. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Memorial Day weekend and runs Bay The following person(s) doing the County Clerk of Alameda Inc, 480 Preston Ct, Ste D, NAME STATEMENT through Labor Day weekend, business as: Swag Trans, on April 29, 2015. Expires Livermore, CA 94551 FILE NO. 504083 Suburban Propane will support Walking Tour 5369 Carnegie Loop, Liver- April 29, 2020. This business is conducted The following person(s) doing an advertising public awareness Funds for Hosital Save Mount Diablo will more, CA 94550, is hereby The Independent Legal No. by a Corporation Coldwell Banker Residen- business as: The Singing campaign about the constant host a walking tour of our new registered by the following 3801. Published May 7, 14, The registrant began to Winemaker, 5143 Tesla Rd, tial Brokerage Community need for blood and platelet acquisition, Marsh Creek 8. It owner(s): 21, 28, 2015. transact business using the Livermore, CA 94550, is Foundation, the philanthropic Ranjot Singh, 5369 Carnegie fictitious business name(s) donations, and encourage em- will take place on Sat., May 30 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS hereby registered by the arm of the Bay Area’s largest from 9 a.m. to noon. Loop, Livermore, CA 94550 NAME STATEMENT listed above on 2/14/2006. following owner(s): ployees and customers to give. real estate services company, This business is conducted Signature of Registrants Additionally, Suburban Propane Referred to as “Big Bend," FILE NO. 504312 Steven Powell, 5143 Tesla announced the launch of its first by an Individual The following person(s) doing :s/: Paul M. George, Sr. VP/ Rd, Livermore, CA 94550 employees will volunteer at Red this 51 acre property captures The registrant has not yet Secretary/Treasurer annual fundraising campaign the meandering Marsh Creek business as: MB Construc- This business is conducted Cross blood drives and facilities for Lucile Packard Children's begun to transact business This statement was filed with The Independent, MAY 28, 2015 - PAGE 11

by an Individual a person interested in the than $500 must state in their on May 19, 2015. Expires tential effects on historic FERAL CAT FOUNDATION 118) FREE SECTION The registrant began to ( X ) estate, you may file with the advertisements that they are 5. The petition requests May 19, 2020. properties may be submitted Cat & kitten adoptions now transact business using the court a Request for Special FREE MAGAZINES not licensed by the Contrac- authority to administer the The Independent Legal No. within 30 days from the date at the new Livermore Petco fictitious business name(s) Notice (Form DE-154) of National Geographic tors State License Board.” estate under the Independent 3810. Published May 28, of this publication to: Mary on Saturdays from 10:00AM listed above on 5/1/05. the filing of an inventory and Smithsonian Administration of Estates Act. June 4, 11, 18, 2015. Armstrong-Friberg, 1665 to 2:30PM. We have many REAL ESTATE Signature of Registrants appraisal of estate assets or Livermore (This authority will allow the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Scenic Avenue, Suite 200, adorable, tame kittens that :s/: Steven Powell of any petition or account as (408)897-3156 Inland Valley personal representative to NAME STATEMENT Costa Mesa, CA 92626, 330- have been tested for FIV & This statement was filed with provided in Probate Code Publishing Co. take many actions without FILE NO. 503802 310-6629, mary.armstrong@ FELV, altered & vaccinated. the County Clerk of Alameda section 1250. A Request for Client Code:04126-00001 obtaining court approval. The following person(s) doing us.bureauveritas.com. We also have adult cats & ANNOUNCEMENTS on April 22, 2015. Expires Special Notice form is avail- Re: Legal Notice for Before taking certain very business as: J & L Janito- ranch cats for adoption. April 22, 2020. important actions, however, able from the court clerk. The Independent Legal No. 155) NOTICES Classified Ads The Independent Legal No. rial Services, 2042 Walnut EMPLOYMENT The Federal Fair Housing the personal representative Street, Livermore, CA 94551, 3812. Published May 28, “NOTICE TO READERS: 3806. Published May 21, (X) Act, Title VII of the Civil will be required to give notice 10. Attorney for is hereby registered by the 2015. 56) ADULT CARE California law requires that 28, June 4, 11, 2015. to interested persons unless Petitioner: contractors taking jobs that Rights Act of 1964, and state following owner(s): ANIMALS BE WARY of out of area law prohibit advertisements FICTITIOUS BUSINESS they have waived notice or RANDALL W. ROSA total $500 or more (labor Julie A. Pinzon, 2042 Walnut companies. Check with the for housing and employment NAME STATEMENT consented to the proposed 115 S. SCHOOL STREET, 2) CATS/ DOGS and/or materials) be licensed Street, Livermore, CA 94551 local Better Business Bureau that contain any preference, FILE NO. 504591 action.) The independent ad- Suite 6 ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, by the Contractors State This business is conducted before you send money or limitation or discrimination The following person(s) do- ministration authority will be LODI, CA 95240 for adoption information License Board. State law by an Individual fees. Read and understand based on protected classes, ing business as: Snack Stop, granted unless an interested (209) 333-8061 contact Valley Humane also requires that contractors The registrant has not yet any contracts before you including race, color, religion, 2776 Livermore Outlets Dr, person files an objection to Society at (925)426-8656. include their license numbers begun to transact business sign. Shop around for rates. sex, handicap, familial status Livermore, CA 94550, is the petition and shows good The Independent Legal No. on all advertising. Check your using the fictitious business or national origin. IVPC does hereby registered by the cause why the court should 3808. TO PLACE contractor’s status at www. name listed above. Adopt a new best friend: not knowingly accept any following owner(s): not grant the authority Published May 21, 28, June Signature of Registrants A CLASSIFIED AD IN THE cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- 4, 2015. TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal INDEPENDENT CSLB (2752). Unlicensed advertisements that are in Izzet Sarimaden, 330 W. :s/: Julie A. Pinzon Rescue, offers animals for .6.A hearing on the petition Call (925)243-8000 persons taking jobs less violation of the law. 11th Street, Apt 7, Tracy, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed with adoption every Saturday will be held in this court as CA 95376 NAME STATEMENT the County Clerk of Alameda and Sunday, excluding most MERCHANDISE follows: This business is conducted FILE NO. 504798 on April 20, 2015. Expires holidays. On Saturdays from Date: June 22, 2015 WANTED: by an Individual The following person(s) doing April 20, 2020. 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are TIME: 9:30 AM DEPT: 201 Cash paid for Tubes, The registrant began to business as: SMITH DFI, The Independent Legal No. available at the Pleasanton at: Tube stereo equipment, transact business using the 11501 Dublin Blvd #200, 3811. Published May 28, Farmers Market at W. An- fictitious business name(s) SUPERIOR COURT OF Ham radio, Old electronics. Dublin, CA 94568, is hereby June 4, 11, 18, 2015. gela and First Streets. Two Call Ethan @ listed above on 1/20/15. CALIFORNIA, registered by the following County of Alameda locations will showcase cats (775)313-2823 Signature of Registrants owner(s): only: Petsmart in Dublin from 2120 Martin Luther King, PUBLIC NOTICE: :s/: Izzet Sarimaden Peter Smith, 11501 Dublin 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet Line Cook wanted Jr. Way 115) ESTATE/ GARAGE/ This statement was filed with Blvd #200, Dublin, CA 94568 Cellco Partnership and its Extreme in Livermore from Experience Needed, Evening Shift the County Clerk of Alameda Berkeley, CA 94704 This business is conducted controlled affiliates doing YARD SALES 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, on May 4, 2015. Expires by an Individual business as Verizon Wireless MOVING SALE (3pm-9pm, Wed thru Sun) 7.If you object to the cats are available at Petsmart May 4, 2020. 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"I am surprised you are it could be demonstrated ment on the task force. "We within the city and avoid traffic, and the need to move consultants. even contemplating stopping to the satisfaction of the are waiting for your direc- sprawl." the urban growth boundary Thorne, in an effort to this process. The drought city council that the city's tion on our next steps." Many other speakers to accommodate growth. In speed up the hearing last has no impact on the plan. projected total water supply John Bower told the spoke in opposition to con- addition, it was pointed out Tuesday, asked audience Stopping the planning does during normal years, single council that not one person tinuing the planning for the that the city does not need to members to raise their hands not provide one drop of new dry years and multiple dry spoke in favor of the project eastside. zone the area for housing. It if they agreed with a variety water." He said if it didn't years will meet the demand at the two meetings he at- Thorne commented, "It's currently has enough land of issues that they believe go forward, $125 million associated with the East tended. He said that the EIR clear to me there are a num- to meet its regional housing should cause the process to in public improvements to Pleasanton Specific Plan information that was used ber of issues that need to be needs assessment (RHNA) be stopped. They included be paid for by development and all of the city's other is old, gathered during the vetted out. I think it would numbers through 2022. the drought and need for would be in jeopardy. land uses. economic downturn. be a good idea to go to the There were concerns water conservation, the El Chamber of Commerce Doug Jamieson of Pleas- George Bowen, asked voters and allow each side about safety with plans to Charro expansion adding Executive Director Scott anton Gravel Company of- who makes up the majority. to present arguments. Any place a school within 1.7 more traffic, lack of con- Raty also asked that the pro- fered the view that placing "Maybe a vote is the best product has to go to the miles of the Livermore Air- fidence in a school demo- cess continue. Pleasanton's any homes near gravel quar- way to find out. One side voters." port runway, as well as the graphic report showing a quality of life was achieved ries would be a safety issue. will have a lot of devel- placement of homes next to decline in student popula- through a rich history of Sandy Yamaoda urged deep lakes with steep sides. tion, current school over- planning, he noted. Con- the council to stop both the The land is currently crowding, the urban growth struction is not imminent; planning and EIR process. zoned industrial, with a boundary, and the lack of it's a good five years before She presented a petition small amount of housing need to zone for RHNA it would begin. signed by 312 residents sup- and office uses. If the pro- numbers. Speaking for another porting that request. "People cess were stopped, property The vast majority of landowner, Attorney Clark lined up to complain about owners could submit plans those in the audience agreed Morrison, offered an option the plan," she told the coun- based on the industrial zon- those were reasons to stop for the council to consider. cil. She added, "The urban ing. It was noted that only the process. The EIR and plan should growth boundary was voted 130 acres out of the possible During the public hear- be finalized. If there were on by the people. Now you want to build on 112 acres outside the boundary." Alfred Exner declared, Murder Charges Filed "I find the EIR totally un- Livermore resident Bri- into the rear of a relative’s nity,” states D.A. O’Malley. acceptable in meeting the an Zachary Jones, age 35, apartment. The incident also “My Office will ensure that character of Pleasanton. It has been charged with two resulted in serious injury to justice is served and that fails to address the need for counts of murder and two two children, ages 6 and 7, Brian Jones is held account- athletic fields for the east- counts of felony driving who were playing in the rear able for his actions.” side, destruction of existing under the influence of alco- patio area of the apartment The defendant was ar- wetlands, and doesn't look hol causing injury. On May at the time. rested without incident at at police and fire facilities." 2, he crashed his car into a The Livermore Police approximately 4:00 this Kelly Cousins, a task Livermore apartment build- Department and the Cali- afternoon at a home in Fre- force member, stated that the ing killing a mother and her fornia Highway Patrol con- mont by Livermore Police. base plan of 1300 units is not child. ducted an intensive traffic Investigation Livermore a good plan for Pleasanton. The charges were an- collision investigation that Police Officer David Boyes Residents have done their nounced by Alameda Coun- includes accident recon- noted in a probable cause homework and are frustrated ty District Attorney Nancy struction, blood-alcohol statement that Jones had because the task force does O'Malley last Thursday. testing and the examination a prior arrest for allegedly not take into account their On May 3, 2015, Jones, of the event data recorder driving while intoxicated input on issues such as traf- while under the influence removed from the wreck- and pleaded to a reckless of alcohol, drove his car at age of the defendant’s car. driving charge in that case. speeds ranging from 75 mph Jones’ blood alcohol content In his statement, Boyes to 99 mph through residen- was determined to be 0.14 wrote, “Based on my inves- tial streets of Livermore. At percent, well above the legal tigation, I believe Jones in- 6:50 p.m., Jones failed to limit of 0.08 for drinking and tentionally drove his vehicle negotiate a turn in the 900 driving. at an extremely high speed block of Murrieta Blvd. and “Esperanza Morales and while his blood alcohol level left the roadway. The car he her baby daughter lost their was over 0.08 and knew was driving struck and killed lives while visiting family in or should have known that Esperanza Morales and her Livermore. A joyous occa- his actions were likely to 14-month-old daughter sion turned into a nightmare result in the death of another Yulida as they walked on a that has devastated a family person.” pathway, before slamming and stunned the commu-

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Evenings on the Green Planned

A scene from last year's series.

This summer, a family-friendly series “Evenings on will share the stage. Dago’s main singer, piano and bass Lisa Marie Johnston and Audio Illusion with pop and the Green," will be presented on the Shea Homes Stage in player is Kevin García. Backing up on vocals and piano the blues. There is an eclectic mix of cultural program- front of the Bankhead Theater. Sponsored by the Liver- is Julio Pérez. Composer Hector García and musician ming, from Zimbabwean music and dance (Chinyakare more Cultural Arts Council and the Livermore Valley Esteban Trujillo play percussion, including timbales, “la Ensemble) to the Hindu dance troupe Kalaikoil. Performing Arts, the series opens on Tuesday June 9 at tumba” and “el güiro." Catherine Ndungu-Case, LCAC’s volunteer talent 6:45 pm, the twelve week run concludes on August 25. ”Evenings on the Green” includes groups that manager comments, "We think the variety presented in This series has been renamed from “Tuesday Tunes” to performed over the past years, new bands and groups these concerts is going to appeal to diverse audience. a title that more accurately reflects the diverse program- that feature some of Livermore’s own cultural arts It has been hard work for our team but I think it will ming that includes not only a wide range of musical styles organizations. Returning bands include LunaFish with a be well worth the effort. We plan on having children’s but also features a variety of dancing and drumming Woodstock sound, a six-piece jazz band (Secret Tattoo) activities on many nights also." techniques. featuring Livermore-Amador Symphony’s Nick James on Absolutely No Alcohol Will Be Allowed outside of In harmony with Livermore’s Rodeo week, the His- bass, Evan Thomas Blues Revue, One Mile with singer- the permitted restaurant areas because the Livermore Po- panic Heritage Center has arranged for two Livermore songwriter hits from the 60’s and onward, Eden Aoba lice Department is now strictly enforcing the ordinance performing groups specializing in the song and dance of Taiko drumming, Allen Vega’s West Coast Blues with on public alcohol possession and consumption through Mexico to perform on opening night. Dago Y Su Tormen- a Texas Twist, and the Pleasanton Community Concert its alcohol safety and awareness program. ta Musical, a local five-piece Cumbia (musical rhythm Band. New groups include Jack Quigley Souled Out, Admission is free. The Bankhead Theater and stage originating from Colombia) band and Grupo Folklórico Matt Finders and the jazz band Element 116, jazz trom- are located at 2400 First Street in downtown Livermore. Tlapalli, a traditional Mexican children’s dance group, bonist Spencer Sussman, country and Americana singer 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 Diverse Programming Offered for LVPAC Presents 2015-16 Season Old Favorites, New Presentations Planned The Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center early December, followed by Ballet Folklorico Mexi- (LVPAC) has announced the ninth LVPAC Presents cano’s colorful presentation of an authentic Christmas season. It will open on September 5, 2015 with a tribute fiesta. The Bollywood Masala Orchestra and Dancers of to the musical genius of legendary singer/songwriter Ray India, Dakha Brakha’s style and sounds of the Ukraine, Charles. The season builds on LVPAC’s commitment to New Zealand-based Wellington International Ukulele offering “something for everyone” with more than four Orchestra, and the irresistible Spanish flamenco of Paco Moscow Ballet performs Romeo and Juliet dozen events scheduled at the Bankhead that span the full Peña offer a taste of performing arts from around the spectrum of the performing arts. Virtually every musi- globe and reflect the rich and varied cultural interests of cal genre from classical to punk rock, as well as drama, the Tri-Valley. dance, comedy, and unique entertainment hybrids are Award-winning singer/songwriter Richard Marx and represented. The announcement was made as the current the folk harmonies of The Wailin’ Jennys both make a LVPAC Presents season draws to a successful close hav- return, as well as audience favorites Big Bad Voodoo ing achieved approximately 82 percent capacity overall Daddy, Paula Poundstone, and the National Circus and with more than a dozen sold out shows. Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China. This will be the first full season under the guidance of Student tickets are available for most performances at LVPAC’s Executive Director Scott Kenison, who joined the price of just $16 each and family-centric shows for the organization in January of 2015. Planning for the 2015-2016 include popular kindie rock superstar Laurie season was already underway. Kenison worked closely Berkner, who will bring her “The You and Me Tour” to with LVPAC staff to complete the bookings. Their goal, the Bankhead in April. according to Kenison, was to provide opportunities to see This season for the first time, the Resident Companies exciting events that audiences have not yet had a chance of the Bankhead Theater will be fully integrated as arts to experience and that have the potential to attract attend- partners with tickets to their performances available as ees new to the Bankhead, while welcoming the return of part of LVPAC’s flexible package subscriptions. Together, favorite artists from prior seasons. Del Valle Fine Arts, Livermore-Amador Symphony, The Smithereens take on The Who . . . Tommy “We are very fortunate to have such a perfect venue Livermore Valley Opera, Pacific Chamber Symphony, for shows of all types right in the heart of our commu- the Rae Dorough Speakers Series, Tri-Valley Repertory nity,” said Kenison. “We’ve been told many times that the Theater, and Valley Dance Theatre will offer more than Bankhead works wonderfully for people on both sides of 50 performances during the season. Although Resident the curtain. Audiences of all ages and artists of all types Company tickets have always been available through – from full bands and solo musicians, to dance groups the Bankhead Theater ticket office, the new “Pick Six” and stand-up comedians – appreciate its intimate size and subscription package allows their performances, as well pristine acoustics,” he added. as events at the Bothwell Arts Center and Downtown Arts Among the most notable new events are shows by Pink Studios, to be combined with LVPAC Presents shows Martini, the Portland-based jazz sensation whose multilin- to qualify for a 10 percent savings over single ticket gual music routinely sells out venues across the coun- prices. The LVPAC Members-only “Quintet” subscrip- try, and singer/songwriter Rosanne Cash, who received tion package, introduced last year, has been continued for three Grammy Awards for her recent album “The River 2015-2016, allowing five LVPAC Presents events to be and the Thread.” The album explores the roots music of purchased together at 15 percent off single ticket prices. her southern heritage. The diverse programming for the Subscription packages may be ordered now. They season includes both the up-and-coming young voices of will be processed in the order received on July 10, 2015 America’s largest classical opera company singing arias before single tickets go on sale to the public. Members and ensembles in “Metropolitan Opera Rising Stars,” as of LVPAC are eligible for priority ticket purchase and Pink Martini - jazz favorites well as rock band the Smithereens, who will bring their receive a 10 percent discount on single LVPAC Presents signature sound to excerpts from the rock opera “Tommy” tickets all year. Additional benefits available at higher and a selection of their hit songs. membership levels include concession vouchers and One of the most unusual events of the season will be access to the Scott Haggerty Founder’s Room during “The Triplets of Belleville," a French film masterpiece intermission. Contact (925) 583-2305 for membership that recounts the madcap adventures of a grandmother, information. a dog, and three jazz divas in hot pursuit of a kidnapped SEPTEMBER: 5, The Ray Charles Project; 13, Nation- French cyclist. The film will be accompanied by the live al Circus and Acrobats of the People's Republic of China; music of Le Terrible Orchestre de Belleville with com- 18, Blue Sky Riders; 25, The 40th Annual San Francisco poser Benoît Charest conducting the Parisian hot jazz-in- Comedy Competition. spired score. In October, L.A. Theater Works will present OCTOBER: 1, Richard Marx; 2, The Tubes; 6, L.A. their much-anticipated production of Bram Stoker’s Theater Works presents Bram Stoker’s Dracula; 13, Dracula offering an eerie pre-Halloween retelling of the Bollywood Masala Orchestra and Dancers of India; 15, original vampire tale, Rosanne Cash and John Leventhal; 16, Wailin’ Jennys; Since the venue opened in 2007, audiences at the 17, Christian Bautista; 29, Paco Pena; 30, Paula Pound- Bankhead have been entertained by a variety of world stone music and this season is no exception with nearly every NOVEMBER: 6, The Stunt Dog Experience; 12, Pre- continent represented. The beloved holiday traditions of sley, Perkins, Lewis & Cash: A Night to Remember; 13, Ireland and Scotland will be celebrated by The Celts in Triplets of Bellville (continued on page 9) THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 3 Hot Club of Cowtown Performs Western Swing Rodeo Weekend The annual tradition of Songbook standards. James World’s Fastest Rodeo,” a Western-themed music described it as an explora- this year’s 97th Rodeo will performance at the Bank- tion of their Left Bank, be preceded by the annual head Theater in conjunction gypsy-jazz influences, parade through downtown with the Annual Livermore interpreted with their own Livermore and opens of- Rodeo will continue this hot jazz style. ficially on Saturday, June year when LVPAC Pres- Since the first LVPAC 13, 2015. ents welcomes Hot Club Presents season in 2007- The Bankhead The- of Cowtown this June. The 2008, country music ater is located at 2400 trio, called “an arsenal of concerts in the Bankhead First Street in downtown technique and joy” by The Theater have been offered Livermore. Tickets may be New York Times, will ap- in conjunction with the purchased at the box office, pear for one performance Annual Livermore Rodeo online at www.bank- only on Friday evening held each June in Rob- headtheaer.org or by calling June 12, 2015 at 8:00 pm. ertson Park. Called “The 373-6800. Tickets to see Hot Club of Cowtown are $29 or $52 for adults and just $16 for students. Hot Club of Cowtown was crowned Western Hot Club of Cowtown Swing Group of the Year at the 2015 Ameripolitan started playing clubs as a ficult to classify as it does music is completely new Music Awards. According duo at first but after leav- not fall neatly in the swing and modern as well. to fiddler Elana James, she ing New York, added Jake revival or the acoustic roots Hot Club of Cowtown was living in New York Erwin on bass. The trio has style. Playing standards has released nearly a dozen and working as a magazine been playing and singing from the early part of the albums including their editor when she answered their own brand of hot jazz 20th century, they use their most recent, the acclaimed BANKHEAD THEATER 14 / 15 an advertisement guitarist swing ever since. Hot Club own original arrangements “Rendezvous in Rhythm,” Whit Smith ran in The Vil- of Cowtown’s out-of-the- so that, while it retains an exuberant collection of lage Voice in 1994. They mainstream music is dif- vintage elements, their Gypsy songs and American Spring Rep VALLEY DANCE THEATRE Harp Competition Winners to Present Concert Sat MAY 30 7pm & Sun MAY 31 2pm Winners of Northern California’s Yvonne La Mothe celebrated Introduc- Livermore School of Dance Schwager bi-annual harp competition perform in concert tion and Allegro by LIVE TO DANCE, DANCE TO LIVE at Pleasanton’s Firehouse Arts Center on June 7, at 2:00 Ravel, accompanied Fri JUN 5, Sat JUN 6 7pm p.m. Presented by the Bay Area Chapter of the American by six colleagues JUNIOR JAZZ Sat JUN 6 2pm Harp Society, this year’s competitors range in age from 9 from the Young to 18. People’s Symphony ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND According to concert organizer Bay Area harpist Orchestra (YPSO): Sat JUN 13 7pm, Sun JUN 14 2pm Dominique Piana, the title of the concert, Dancing Harp Clara Park on flute, NURSERY RHYMES AND FAIRYTALES Strings, references the fact that practicing the harp is like Mitchell Marvin Sat JUN 13 11am learning dance steps for the fingers. She went on to note on clarinet, Chloe that every sound is produced by the fingertips alone, with Mackay and Rebecca infinite sound effects at the harpist’s disposal. Herman on violin, Hot Club of Cowtown HOT JAZZ AND WESTERN SWING The young performers will present music by famous Michael Basili on Fri JUN 12 8pm harpists of the past, who were also renowned as compos- viola and Daniel ers and teachers. A few examples: 18th century Parisian Mackay on cello. harp maker F. J. Naderman; the touring 19th century Arielle is a Dance Into the Future virtuoso Félix Godefroid; the founder of the French multi-talented young XTREME FORCE DANCE COMPANY School Alphonse Hasselmans; the orchestral harpist par Renaissance woman, Sun JUN 28 4pm excellence Alfred Holý (Mahler’s favorite harpist); and representative of the the inventive modernist Carlos Salzedo. In addition, more new generation of Girls Night: The Musical widely recognized composers such as Handel will also Bay Area harpists. A senior in high school, she comes “DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES” MEETS appear on the program. from a family of scientists and plays piano, viola and “MAMMA MIA”! Living pedagogues are also represented, including harp, dances ballet, and participates on the debate team. Thu JUL 9 7:30pm; Fri JUL 10 8pm master teacher Susann MacDonald from Indiana Univer- Reserved seating tickets are $12 - $20. Purchase on- Sat JUL 11 2 & 8pm sity, and the Bay Area’s very own Linda Wood Rollo from line at www.firehousearts.org up to two hours prior to the BUY TICKETS Los Gatos. performance; by phone at (925) 931-4848; or in person call 925.373.6800 Past winner (2013) Arielle Herman of Walnut Creek at the Firehouse Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad click bankheadtheater.org will round out the program with the performance of the Avenue, Pleasanton. come by 2400 First Street, Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015

Chen advised the girls to remain open to opportunities. “Very soon, you will have many important decisions to make about where to attend college, what major to choose and which opportunities to pursue,” she said. “It may feel overwhelming, but consider these choices a gift, and remember that no single decision is going to determine your life path.” Each winner was paired with a Sandia mentor, a woman working in a STEM field. “Our goal is that these introductions are the start of a long relationship,” said Cathy Branda, a manager in San- dia’s biological sciences program and chair of the Math and Science Awards. “When I was a student, connecting with women already working in my field was a great help. We hope to provide that opportunity to these talented young women.” The winners of the 2015 Sandia Math and Science Suhasiny Naik, a student at Foothill High School in Awards: Pleasanton collects her award for academic achievement Outstanding Achievement in Mathematics: Alexandra in math at Sandia’s 24th annual Math and Science Hawkins, Amador Valley High School; Illeanna Gutier- Awards. (Photo by Dino Vournas) rez, Castlemont High School; Meylin Serrano, Coliseum Sandia National Laboratories vice president Marianne College Prep Academy; Katherine Raja, Dublin High Walck, center, celebrates with Dublin High School School; Suhasiny Naik, Foothill High School; Megan Mc- Sandia Presents Math and student Alessia Stewart, one of 31 high school girls Candless, Granada High School; Aiyana Bergren, Lathrop honored by Sandia for academic achievement in math High School; Emma Kristovich, Livermore High School; Science Awards to 31 Girls and science. (Photo by Dino Vournas) Kelsey Conway, Livermore Valley Charter Preparatory; Makayla Dodd, Manteca High School; Khadija Flowers, Sandia National Laboratories has presented its annual whom I hope will serve as inspiration and encouragement McClymonds High School; Jasmeen Sandhu, Merrill F. Math and Science Awards to 31 girls from San Francisco for what is possible for your future.” West High School; Amy Wise, Millennium High School; Bay Area high schools, celebrating their academic accom- The winners also were recognized by state and federal Kayla Wilson, Sierra High School; and, Pallavi Adapa, plishments and potential. officials. State Assemblywoman Catharine Baker of San Tracy High School Now in its 24th year, the Math and Science Awards Ramon, California, presented certificates to winners from Outstanding Achievement in Science: Catherine Tu, program is designed to encourage high-achieving young her district, as did representatives from the offices of Amador Valley High School; Susana Lopez, Castlemont women to continue studying STEM (science, technology, Reps. Barbara Lee, Jeff Denham and Eric Swalwell. High School; Jessica Rodriguez, Coliseum College Prep engineering and math) subjects and create mentoring op- Those honored and their families learned about differ- Academy; Alessia Stewart, Dublin High School; Vanessa portunities. Teachers from 17 California high schools in ent careers in math and science by mingling with Sandia Angeles, Granada High School; Medha Kothari, John Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton, Tracy, Lathrop, Manteca, researchers. As part of the ceremony, Sandia mechani- C. Kimball High School; Lisa Thongmanivong, Lath- Stockton and Oakland nominated students they deemed cal engineer Myra Blaylock and technical editor and rop High School; Christine Cummings, Livermore High outstanding in math and science. writer Emmeline Chen shared their personal stories. Both School; Camille Zaug, Livermore Valley Charter Pre- “I want to congratulate each of you for your academic women’s career paths have gone in unexpected directions. paratory; Kyleigh Range, Manteca High School; Yuliza excellence and encourage you to continue your passion “I didn’t take a straight path to get to where I am now, Rios-Oregon, McClymonds High School; Jessica Huynh, for math and science,” Marianne Walck, vice president of but that led to some great experiences,” said Blaylock. Merrill F. West High School; Leanne Velasco, Millen- Sandia’s California site, told the students during the May “Always keep learning, and don’t be afraid to switch ca- nium High School; Candice Lao, Sierra High School; 20 ceremony. “It’s frustrating that women are still under- reer paths.” She switched from astrophysics to geophysics Isabel Ortiz-Gelder, Tracy High School; and, April Vang, represented in many technical fields. At this event you to astronomy to wind energy before settling into her fluids Weston Ranch will meet Sandia women working in math and science analyst position at Sandia. Join the Fun This Summer with the Encore Players The Encore Players, Livermore’s newest theater Theater Company, and in many other theater and academ- Livermore. Cost for the three three-hour meetings is $75. company, is looking for a few good men and women to ic settings. He is currently formulating a class in “Improv- Space is limited. Reservations will be taken on a first- join them for fun and games and artistic growth. They’re ability”—improvisation for real life, to be offered through come first-served basis. To reserve a spot and receive an offering a theater improvisation class on three Saturdays Stanford University’s continuing education division. online registration form to be printed out and returned by in June at the Bothwell Arts Center in Livermore. “I’m excited about working with older people,” Gross- U.S. mail with your check, write [email protected]. The class is designed for older actors (or would-be ac- man says of the Livermore class. “They have a great A second session, planned for August, would be tors, or curious civilians) who want to tune up their acting variety of experience—a larger data base to draw upon.” more skill-based, Grossman says. But attendance at the chops in a non-judgmental environment of mutual trust. Requirements for the class are simple. “Bring an open June session is designed as a stand-alone introduction to The emphasis will be on telling a story and building mind,” Grossman says. “Come prepared to be silly and improv. character, not on getting laughs. “I want to spike the have fun.” Encore Players’ first production was “Love Letters” myth that the point is to go for the joke,” said instructor “The June classes will focus on “short, simple stuff” last February at the Bothwell. Current board of directors Gary Grossman in a recent interview. he says.. The emphasis will be upon building confidence, of the non-profit theater company include well-known “Improv is about trusting your associations; if you see and students also will learn rules of improvisation that valley residents: Patrick Moore, president; Gil Strat- something that reminds you of an experience, trust that,” facilitate trust and agreement. There will be no scripts. ton, vice-president, Kathy Streeter, treasurer; Joan Boer, says Grossman, a professional actor and theater instruc- The class will meet from 3-6 pm Saturday June 13, 20 secretary. tor who has taught improvisation at Berkeley Rep, Marin and 27 at the Bothwell Arts Center, Eighth and H streets, THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 5 Pen Pals Finally Meet After 38 Years

By Ron McNicoll customs after two hours at elder Downey. Thanks to a Mendenhall the airport, she walked out, Since the electronic age Middle School teacher who said Smith. "I just knew it arrived, the two women said in 1977 that pairing was her. It is hard to ex- have been exchanging students with pen pals in plain, but I knew instantly e-mails, but never com- other nations would help it was her." municated face-to-face on them learn Spanish, LaNor "We are caught up with Skype. "We've only used Smith has corresponded each other's lives. We kept the phone, or written form. with her foreign student for up. We still had that con- I guess we never thought 38 years. nection. I considered her of it," said Smith. Smith finally got to a very close friend, and In the early days of the meet her pen pal in person it was great being able to friendship, the two women on May 8 at the San meet her in person." discussed things they did Francisco Airport. Heather Smith lives in Liver- at school, television shows, Downey, who is not a more, and is taking a and school classes. They Spanish speaker, lives in couple of weeks off from would mail a snapshot, Australia. her job as a directorate usually a vacation picture By the time the teacher administrator at LLNL. or a school photo. got to Smith's turn on the Downey manages hospital- "I'd love to tell you that pen pal list, she was all ity at a caravan (RV) park I saved all, or any, of my out of Spanish speakers. on the south Australian letters, but it didn't dawn However, she thought it coast, which typically has on me. It was just regular would be good for stu- 5000 guests per night. letter-writing," said Smith. dents to have a pen pal in American, Canadian Downey said she has any country to learn more and European tourists visit- had "an absolute ball" visiting Smith and the Bay about other nations. ing Australia have told Photo - Doug Jorgensen On the other side of the Downey about Bay Area Area. "It's all good. The world, Downey had many attractions, so the two are Heather Downey (left) and LaNor Smith hold up a souvenir from Australia. people are friendly, and we "pen friends," as Austra- taking trips to Yosem- are a friendly people, too. lians call them. There were ite and Monterey Bay tralia when Downey was to after Clay's graduation, she some money aside to help Everyone welcomes with 14 over the years. Parcels Aquarium. There will be a be married. However, "she plans to go to Australia. finance the trip. Her father open arms," she said. were exchanged at Christ- short excursion to the San was heavily pregnant with Downey came here was intent on it, because Knowing Smith and mas. The only friendship Francisco Premium Outlets her son," said Downey. in part to fulfill her late Downey's mother corre- her family better from that has endured for a long in Livermore. LaNor and Scott Smith's father's wish. He wanted sponded in the 1940s with the visit, Downey said, time was the one with A previous attempt to son is Clay, now a junior to make sure that Downey a woman in Dayton, Ohio, "It's a friendship that will Smith. meet was unsuccessful. at University of Pacific. came to America to meet but the American died continue." When Downey cleared Smith was set to go to Aus- LaNor Smith said that her pen friend, so he set before she could host the

PPIE Presents $515,000 to Pleasanton School District

The Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation which included employer matching funds, this year’s The board of directors took many factors into consid- (PPIE) is rasied $515,000 during its 2015-2016 Giving annual donation from the foundation included proceeds eration in developing a funding strategy this year, includ- Fund Campaign, which culminated at the 3rd Annual Run from the foundation’s two major fundraising events: ing input from district technology administrators such as for Education Event on April 12, 2015. Toasts & Tastes of Fall, held last October, and the more Chris Hobbs and district technology coach Lisa Highfill. On May 12, 2015, a check in the amount of $515,000 recent 3rd Annual Pleasanton Run for Education. None of Their detailed presentation to the foundation’s board ear- was presented to the Pleasanton Unified School District these activities would have been possible, though, without lier this spring helped identify gaps in funding where the at their regular school board meeting by PPIE Foundation the hard work of our volunteers, including those who sit foundation could help. Board President Bob Miller, Executive Director Susan on the foundation’s Education Foundation Committee “Once those gaps were identified, we targeted areas Hayes, and several directors. (EFC). that offered a ‘force multiplier effect,’ asking ourselves “This year’s campaign started out strong and never let “The EFC is a key component of the foundation’s where we could target funding to reach the most students up,” said Miller. “Since the campaign kick-off last August organizational structure,” said the Executive Director possible, and simultaneously support the work of our during Registration Week, we have been overwhelmed Susan Hayes. “They are a talented, passionate group of teachers.” Miller said, of which the instructional coaching by the generosity of our parent community and corporate skilled volunteers who see the ‘big picture.’ In addition model the district has adopted is an ideal example. and education partners. We’re extremely grateful for their to working hard at their individual school sites, they help Below is the funding distribution breakdown for the commitment to education in our city.” strengthen the entire district by participating at the foun- In addition to direct donations to the Giving Fund, dation level.” (continued on page 12) 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 Golden Apple Awards Presented to Teachers sacrifice their time in serving and making a significant AVHS, where he teaches Honors Global Studies and U.S impact on their students’ lives, those who take the extra history time and care to look after each of their students and help Clif Simms was introduced by Annie Liu. them in their school career, while also giving guidance Mr. Simms was born in Fremont and grew up on a and fostering character values they deem important to ranch in the hills of Niles, he attended California State living a good life. University, Hayward and earned his degree in Biology. Each of the recipients was introduced by the student Mr. Simms has been teaching for 25 years, and has who nominated the teacher. Principals of the high schools been at AVHS for 22 years where he teaches Biology and also honored the recipients with their remarks. Assembly- Botany. woman Catherine Baker presented the teachers with com- Rick Sira was introduced by Chase Barkdull and mendations from the California State Assembly. Tucker Quinn. Foothill High School: Theresa Ochoa-Lionetti was Mr. Sira was born in Palo Alto and grew up in Fre- introduced by Sabrina Stermer. mont, graduated from Cal State East Bay, graduating with Mrs Ochoa-Lionetti was born on a Naval base in a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology and a minor Portsmouth, VA and grew up in San Diego, CA. After in Biology. Foothll High recipients with principal and presenters high school she attended UC Riverside and earned an He began teaching at Kennedy High School in 1976, undergraduate degree in math and received a Masters in teaching Science and PE. In 1983, he became the Head education at Cal State Hayward. Football Coach at Irvington High School. She has been teaching for 21 years, and has been at Coach Sira was hired as the Head Football Coach at FHS for 17 years where she teaches math. Amador in 1986 where he taught Anatomy and Physiolo- Her passion for teaching started at a very young age, gy and PE. Coach later became the Vice Principal at Ama- when she used to line up her stuffed animals in front of dor. When he retired after last year Coach Sira’s career her and take roll, and make up math problems for each of included 38 years as a teacher, athletic director, and Vice them to solve. She idolized teachers and wanted to make Principal. Coach Sira is still the Head Coach at Amador. a difference in her students’ lives like her teachers had for hers. Mrs. Ochoa-Lionetti was nominated for the Crystal Apple award this year because she is a genuinely great Figurative Workshops Are teacher and friend who truly cares about her students and Available This Summmer their lives inside and outside of the classroom. Donna DeGiobbi was introduced by Marcus Larsen. Beginning on June 6th, Ms. DeGiobbi grew up in Daly City and Pleasant Jacob Hankinson, former Amador Valley recipents with student presenters Hill. After high school she went to college at UCSB and Downtown studio-mate earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology. and figure workshop at- She has been at Foothill High School for 15 years tendee at the Bothwell, where she teaches Freshman English, and Literature and offers 4 consecutive Satur- Social Justice. day Figurative Workshop She was nominated for the Crystal Apple award this sessions. Classes run from year "because she’s a great teacher, friend, and truly cares 10:30-2:30 at the Both- for her students.: well Arts Center, 2466 8th Dublin High School: Katina Lewis was introduced by Street, Livermore. Emilee McFadden. Hankinson has spent Ms. Lewis grew up in Washington State. During High the past year studying School, she spent a year in Germany helped to develop with contemporary figure her love for Physics. She earned a double major in math masters at the Art Academy and science with a minor in German at the University of in San Francisco, but even the Bothwell. Puget Sound. before that, the late Bill Linda Ryan, current She has been at Dublin High School for 23 years Paskewitz proclaimed that Manager at the Bothwell where she teaches Physics, Engineering, and AP Physics. out of all of the thousands Arts Center, compares Jeanne Morgan was introduced by Nicole Dayton. Dublin High recipients of students he taught at Las Hankinson’s fluid and Mrs. Morgan lived in Maryland until she was 14, Positas College, Hankinson expressive control of his The twelfth annual Crystal Apple Awards were pre- then moved to San Jose, California, attended San Jose was the only student who strokes to Alex Kanevsky's. sented to seven high school teachers from Dublin, Foot- State University and received a degree in chemistry. She already knew everything “Many sensitive painters hill and Amador Valley High Schools. Teachers honored is currently enrolled in Chapman University to earn her he had to teach him. tend to hide their brush- were Theresa Ochoa-Lionetti and Donna DeGiobbii from Master’s degree in Education with an emphasis in tech- He got there through marks and erase their hand Foothill High School, Katina Lewis and Jeanne Morgan nology.. innate talent, the support on the painting. Jacob’s from Dublin High School and Brett Bower, Clif Simms Mrs. Morgan has been teaching chemistry for 5 years. of his studiomates at the strokes show confidence and Football Coach Rick Sira from Amador Valley High Amador Valley High School: Downtown Art Studios, and mastery.” School. Brett Bower was introduced by Kennedy Scofield. through intense study of More information can Crystal Apple Awards are nominated by students of Mr. Bower was born and raised in Pleasanton. After the figure and the en- be found at www.bothwel- these high schools and selected by a committee of high high school he attended San Jose State and Azusa Pacific couragement he received lartscenter.org or on the school students from The Church of Jesus Christ of University, where he received a degree in Social Sciences. during the Friday Figure Bothwell Arts Center’s Latter-day Saints. Selections are based on teachers who Mr. Bower is in his first year full time teaching at Workshop held regularly at Facebook page. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 7 Magic of Cantabella Children’s Chorus Lives On

Samantha Kan remem- the chorus will perform trophies if they have sung bers the sense of awe she “These Things Can Never with Cantabella at least felt a decade ago as a Die,” a piece Cantabella three straight years and preschooler hearing a Can- commissioned for its 20th fulfilled requirements for tabella Children’s Chorus anniversary in 2012. The music theory and solfège, concert. piece is based on a Charles a pitch and sight singing “The choristers’ voices Dickens poem that “extols method. Trophy recipients followed the conductor’s the virtues of compas- were asked to describe motions like a snake fol- sion, understanding and their Cantabella experience lows a snake charmer,” kindness that we learn as in essays to appear in the recalls Kan, a 10th grader children,” notes composer concert program. at Dougherty Valley High Frank La Rocca, an emeri- “Watching her conduct School in San Ramon. “I tus professor of music at is a very magical experi- didn’t realize they had California State University, ence because you can see Alice in Wonderland group learned the pieces before- East Bay. all her passion and love (top photo); Citlali, (left); hand. To me, the concert “These Things Can for what she does, and she and, Grace and Joey hip was like magic.” Never Die” resonates with instills that same passion hop (right). Kan’s parents enrolled a Bible verse that inspires in all her students,” Howe her in the choir when she Cantabella’s founder, Bee wrote in her essay. “From was 5. Since then, Kan has Chow. “I believe that what the day I joined, I knew I learned a different kind of young people do with their wanted to become the best magic — one that requires lives can best be measured musician I could possibly practice and precision to against the objective stan- be because of her.” blend with fellow singers dards of whatever is true, At its upcoming and convey emotion to the just, pure, lovely, excellent concerts Cantabella will listener. and good as defined in Phi- announce the winners of On Saturday, June 6, lippians 4:8,” Chow said. its first-ever Choral Arts Kan will join 250 local The piece also holds Award. This prize of up youth in Cantabella’s back- special meaning for Chow to $1,000 was created to-back spring concerts, because she will retire to encourage students to Special Programs Feature “These Things Can Never as Cantabella’s artistic pursue further education Die,” at Canyon Creek director this summer. The and training leading to a Presbyterian Church, non-profit chorus, which career in choral arts. It was Dance Styles and Alice's 9015 South Gale Ridge serves over 250 children funded by Independent’s Road, San Ramon. The ages 5-18 in the Tri-Valley publisher Joan Seppala and Adventures in Wonderland 1 p.m. show will feature and beyond, grew out of her husband Lynn, a retired Cantabella’s youngest living room rehearsals optical engineer from Law- The Jazz Division of the Livermore School of Dance will perform the production of choristers — K-5th grade involving a handful of stu- rence Livermore National Live To Dance, Dance To Live! on Friday and Saturday, June 5th and 6th, 2015 at the “training choirs” — and dents at Chow’s Livermore Laboratory. Bankhead Theater in Livermore. some selections by sing- home in 1992. Cantabella’s In July, 64 Cantabella This performance will include all ages and levels of dance and showcase the entire ers in its more advanced new artistic director, Ofer students will spend a week studio. The dancers will perform Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Tap, Contemporary performing choirs, whose dal Lal, a graduate of the rehearsing and performing Lyrical, Tumbling and Modern. Student Choreography, guest alumni performers, and members range from 4th to Buchmann-Mehta School with 3,000 young musi- the fourth annual performance of the Dads Dance Crew will be celebrated. 12th grade. The perform- of Music in Tel Aviv, and, cians from top American Our Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 7:00pm shows will highlight older, interme- ing choirs will sing their a rising star in the choral and international choirs at diate and advanced level dancers. Also featured are the LSOD Jazz Company dancers. complete repertoire at the world will debut at the the Golden Gate Inter- The Saturday, June 2 2:00pm matinee will showcase Junior Division performed by 4 p.m. show. June 6th concert. national Choral Festival beginning and younger level dancers. Tickets can be pur- Honors choir member in Berkeley. They need The Ballet Division of Livermore School of Dance presents Alice’s Adventures in chased online at canta- Olivia Howe considers to raise $14,000 to offset Wonderland on Saturday, June 13th at 7:00pm and Sunday, June 14th at 2:00pm at the bella.org/tickets. They are Chow the “heart and soul” expenses that include festi- Bankhead Theater. $18 in advance, $20 at the of the choir. A freshman at val fees, recordings, sheet Down, down, down the rabbit hole and into a wonderland full of intrigue, adventure, door. Admission is free for Granada High School in music, lodging, meals and and madness. Curious Alice follows the White Rabbit through a maze of gardens and children under 18 (up to Livermore, Howe and 23 transportation. To make a mystical forests, getting lost in a mad tea party, and eventually finding herself in the three per adult). other students, including tax-deductible donation, White Queen's castle and then finally, caught up in the Red King and Queen's croquet Among other folk, Kan, will receive trophies go to cantabella.org and match. The telling of the classical tale will feature classical and contemporary ballet set sacred, classical and at Cantabella’s June 6 con- click on the “Donate” but- to music by Tchaikovsky, Nathan Lanier, Danny Elfman, Joby Talbot, and many more. contemporary selections certs. Choristers 7th grade ton on the right side of the For tickets, please go to www.livermoreperformingarts.org. sung in various languages, and up are eligible for webpage. The Bankhead Theater is located at 2400 First Street in downtown Livermore. 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015

Artist's Edge /The Edge of Art & Chosen public. For more details please contact pot-luck dish to share for lunch. “Try are close to sold out at this time. Pathways." Meets and Critiques Friday us at 925-449-9463 or email curt@ it Out Circle” for those who would like New World Music Academy of Pleasan- mornings in Pleasanton. PoetryOnCan- laspositasvineyards.com to learn to spin. Raffle prize drawing at ton invites all to attend a public recital [email protected] The Chef & The Winemaker - A 2:00. $5.00 per person. 925-447-8941 featuring the piano students of Markus Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday Celebration of the Bay Area’s Most Retzlaff Vineyards, Annual Father’s Pawlik. Saturday, June 6 at 1:30 in 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring Acclaimed Women Chefs, Wente Day Picnic, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. the afternoon at Resurrection Lutheran their own materials and easels. Open Vineyards Restaurant. Four dinners, 6 June 21 at 1356 S. Livermore Ave, Church (7557 Amador Valley Blvd., to all artists. Professional artist models to 9 p.m. : Gayle Pirie, Chef/Co-owner Livermore. Table decorating contest Dublin 94568). Admission is free. (nude). No instructor. Students under of Foreign Cinema, Laszlo, and Show and win prizes for the most sumptu- Dancing Harp Strings: Presented by the 18 need written parental permission to Dogs, Cookbook author, James Beard ous, the most colorful and the most American Harp Society, winners of the attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell Nominee, June 4; Tanya Holland, creative table. There will also be prizes Northern California Yvonne La Mothe Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Executive Chef/Owner of Brown Sugar for oldest Dad, Dad with most kids Schwager Harp Competition in concert. Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- Kitchen, TV personality, cookbook au- and maybe for the Dad who can carry On Sunday, June 7, 2:00 p.m. the Fire- able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton thor, 2013 California Chef of the Year, the most kids. $10.00 per adult. Due house Arts Center will host young harp- for more info about the workshop, Sept. 10; Joanne Weir, James Beard to popular demand, this event is by ists ages 9 to 18 in a concert featuring 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ Award Winner, TV Personality, cookbook reservation only, 925-447-89341. a wide variety of music. Special guest earthlink.net. author, Chef/Partner of Copita, Nov. harpist Arielle Herman will perform Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the 2nd 12. 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore; MUSIC/CONCERTS Ravel’s beautiful Introduction and and last Saturday from 12 noon-1 event information 925.456.2424; Steve Fread performances: 5/28 4-8, Allegro, accompanied by 6 colleagues p.m. at Galina’s Music Studio located dinner reservations at 925.456.2450 or Livermore Farmers Market; 5/30, 1-4 on flute, clarinet, violin, viola and cello at 1756 First St., Livermore. Confirm wentevineyards.com/restaurant Retzlaff; 5-31 12-5, Wente. 6-25 5:30- from YPSO (Young People’s Symphony participation by calling (925) 960- Las Positas Vineyards, Friday, June 5th 7:30 Cuda Ridge Neil Young set. Orchestra). Reserved seating tickets 1194 or via the website at www. " Evening in the Vineyards " concert Super Diamond – The Neil Diamond $12 - $20. Purchase online at www. GalinasMusicStudio.com. Beginners from 6-9pm featuring Evan Thomas & Tribute. Surreal Neil and Super Dia- firehousearts.org up to two hours are welcome. Bring some music to Pappas Garage. Wine, non-alcoholic mond perform regularly in San Francis- prior to the performance; by phone at A collection of Sharon Wood's photography will be open share with the group. Ukuleles are beverages and Artisan pizza's hand co and across the U.S., with a national (925) 931-4848; or in person at the available for purchase. Small $5 fee to crafted by On the Vine Catering avail- fan-base that proves their popularity. Firehouse Arts Center Box Office, 4444 for public viewing at the Robert Livermore Community cover meeting costs. able for purchase ( sorry no outside Featuring all those wonderful road-trip Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore, from June 2- July 30th. Young Artists' Studio 2015 Summer Art, food or beverages permitted ) To favorites, including Sweet Caroline, Hot Clubs of Cowtown, hot jazz and There will be a reception June 2, 7-8:30 pm. Shown is An open studio experience for students purchase tickets, visit www.lasposi- September Morn, Cracklin’ Rosie, Com- western swing. 8 p.m. Fri., June 12. ages 7 through high school with proj- tasvineyards.com go under the section ing to America, Hello Again, I Am…I Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., one of her photos, Pandas Climbing a Tree. ects in drawing, painting, printmaking " happenings" and click on a concert, Said, and so many other iconic hits. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org and sculpture. Adults are welcome to online ticketing service will assist in Two big shows at the Firehouse Arts or 373-6800. ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS attend any performance or event at the join the class as space permits. Peggy the purchase. Space is limited. Center, Friday and Saturday, May 29, Fleetwood Mask, Tribute to Fleetwood Livermore Art Association Gallery, Bankhead Theater. Receptions are free. Frank is a painter and has been teach- Retzlaff Vineyards, Fleeces Food and 30, 8:00 p.m. Reserved seating tickets Mac, Danville’s Village Theatre on Fri- located in the Carnegie Building, offers Proceeds from art sales benefit the ing art to young people in Livermore Fun - Spinning with the Treadles to are $30.00 - $40.00; available at www. day June 12, 2015 at 8 pm. The Band art classes, unusual gifts, painting Bothwell Arts Center. www.livermore- for over thirty years. Sessions: June Threads Guild, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on firehousearts.org, 925-931-4848, or will celebrate the 40th anniversary of rentals, art exhibits and information performingarts.org. 2226; July 27-31; Aug. 3-7. After Aug. June 6 at 1356 S. Livermore Ave, Liver- at the center Box Office, 4444 Railroad the 1975 breakout "white" Fleetwood pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third Freeze Frame Exhibit, top 25 finalists 7 individual lessons available. Contact more. Bring your spinning wheel and a Avenue, Pleasanton. NOTE: Both shows Mac album. Tickets can be purchased St., Livermore. The gallery has been from the Tri-Valley Conservancy’s 2014 Peggy Frank for more information open since 1974 and is run as a co-op Freeze Frame photo competition will about the summer sessions for 2015 by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. be on display at Cuda Ridge Winery. ​ and school year classes, including 11:30-4 p.m. For information call This is a collection of striking images times and fees, at (925) 443- 8755 or 449-9927. of nature, highlighting the diversity of [email protected] Fresh Works #5: Firehouse Arts Center life in the Tri-Valley. The exhibit runs Colored Pencil - Basics and Beyond Harrington Gallery. On view through from May 1 through July 31, 2015. - Classes are for beginners and inter- Saturday, June 6. This annual juried Cuda Ridge Winery, 2400 Arroyo Road, mediate students. Classes start Mon installation features 73 artists using Livermore. June 29th 9:30 to Noon for five weeks a wide variety of media, including Art Under the Oaks Applications Now and Tues June 30th, 6:30 to 9PM for oil, watercolor, photography, drawing, Being Accepted, sponsored by the five weeks. Instructor Maryann Kot, sculpture, mixed media. Adjudicated by Livermore Art Association and Alden Location, Bothwell Art Center 2466 8th Philip Linhares, retired Chief Curator of Lane Nursery; held under the shade St. Livermore. Sign up, Way Up Art and Art at the Oakland Museum. For more trees at Alden Lane Nursery on July 18 Frame 925-443-3388. info: 925-931-4849, or jfinegan@ and 19, 2015 Paint Your Pet, Friday, June 19, 6 cityofpleasantonca.gov. Regular gallery to 9 p.m. Valley Humane Society hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday MEETINGS/CLASSES fundraiser. Bottle & Bottega East Bay from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 Show and Tell, Artists are invited to artists will guide individual efforts to a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4444 Railroad Avenue, a monthly function at the Bothwell create a personal masterpiece of a Pleasanton. Donations always ap- Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th pet. Don’t have a pet…or a picture? preciated. May 9 Special Event: “Artful Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Photos of Valley Humane Society’s Bouquets” Response Event: floral the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Eighth adoptable animals will be available for arrangements created in response St., Livermore. Artists bring finished or re-creation. Check-in is from 6 – 6:30 to selected works in the exhibit will unfinished work to show and if desired, pm; BYOB…snacks will be provided. be on display at the gallery during receive a critique from the group. All proceeds benefit Valley Humane Pleasanton’s Big Draw festival. Hours Refreshments are brought by some of Society. Pre-registration is required May 9: 11:00-3:00 p.m. the artists, and a donation of $5.00 and space is limited. Cost $40 per GeoJango: Geography & Art Gone Wild, is desired although not mandatory. person includes all materials, instruc- a new art exhibit opening at the Bank- Contact for this event is D’Anne Miller tion and portait to take home. www. head Theater, 2400 First Street Liver- at [email protected], or Linda valleyhumane.org more. Emerging Artists, an exhibit of Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreperform- "Shine Like the Sun," a free concert of light sacred and secular music, will be visual art featuring works by students ingarts.org WINE & SPIRITS presented by the musicians of Our Savior Lutheran Ministries,1385 South Livermore from the four District High schools; ACC/Art Critique & Coffee, Discuss and Las Positas Vineyards, Sun., May 31, Avenue, Livermore on Sunday, May 31, at 3:00 pm in the sanctuary. The concert Granada High School, Livermore High share work with Professional Artists "Sunday Funday," featuring newest includes choir, bells, brass, and vocal soloists, as well as a variety of instrumentalists. School, Del Valle Continuation School in sketching, painting, exhibiting and wine, cheese & marinated olives and Vineyard High School. The exhibit marketing your work. ACC members pairing flight, also live music featuring The music encompasses a wide range of genres, from light classical, to Broadway will be open from May 6 – June 13 currently working on exhibiting theme Anthony Delaney and guest. $10 for and Gospel, plus a brass setting titled "The 1812 Overture Overdone." Ice cream and will be on view for patrons who works, under the Inspiration of "The club members and $15 for general floats and fellowship will be served in the gymnasium following the performance. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 9

at villagetheatreshows.com or (925) contemporary featuring highlights from MISCELLANEOUS and Tea, 152 So. Livermore Ave., Liver- [email protected] expert will be on hand each day at 1:00 314-3400 Sleeping Beauty and a swinging salute Political Issues Book Club meets the more. Sponsored by LVPAC and Peet's. Livermore Rodeo, June 13 and 14. pm to demonstrate the complete styl- JOEL: the songs of Billy Joel, featuring to the 1940's. Music accompaniment is 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Information go to http://facebook.com/ Robertson Park Stadium. Livermore. ing of a young tree from start to finish. Kyle Martin, June 20, 8 p.m. Firehouse provided by The Valley Dance Theatre books about issues and trends that StoriedNights http://www.livermorerodeo.org/ The finished Bonsai tree will be raffled. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pit Orchestra. May 30, 7 p.m., May 31, are driving current affairs in both the The Museum on Main 2015 Ed Kinney Alameda County Fair, June 17 through For additional information, please Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org or 2 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First national and international arenas. Speaker Series An Evening With… Sunday, July 5, Tuesday through Sun- contact Charles Harder at 980-3438. 931-4848. St., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Topics that have been covered include Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Tuesday, day each week. A complete schedule is Cheza Nami, 2nd annual Diversity and Jinx Jones and the Jazz-A-Billy- org or 373-6800. politics, governance, economics, mili- June 9th 7pm: Franklin Delano available on the Fair’s website at www. Cultural Awareness Camp at Amador Allstars, presented by Red-Legged tary affairs, history, sociology, science, Roosevelt, commonly known as F.D. R., alamedacountyfair.com. Facebook, In- Valley High School, Pleasanton, in Frog Productions, June 21, 2 p.m. AUDITIONS/REGISTRATIONS the climate, and religion. Contact Rich takes a look back at his accomplish- stagram and Twitter offer additional in- the multi-purpose room from July Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Auditions, The Lion, the Witch and at 872-7923, for further questions ments as an American statesman formation, previews, updates, contests 27th – July 31st, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. the Wardrobe: Actors of all ages are We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- and political leader who served as the and giveaways. For more information, The camp will introduce students to org or 931-4848. invited to try out for roles in their sum- centered book group led by a small 32nd President of the United States. visit www.AlamedaCountyFair.com, or cultural diversity through performing mer production of C.S. Lewis' The Lion, group of book club veterans, with Peter M. Small, a former educator, has call (925) 426-7600. and visual arts which includes African ON THE STAGE the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Auditions reading selections based on member portrayed historical characters, includ- Bonsai Show at Alden Lane, Valley Bon- dance, African drumming, and crafts. The Skin of Our Teeth, May 22-June 14. will take place on Saturday, May 30 recommendations and consensus. ing F.D.R., for audiences nationwide. sai Society will present its 7th annual To register for Cheza Nami’s Diversity Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 and Sunday, May 31 at 12 noon and No homework required– share your Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad show at Alden Lane Nursery on Sat. Camp visit www.chezanami.org or call N. Third St., Hayward. Program and 1 pm both days. Saint Bartholomew's insights or just listen in! Contact Susan Avenue, Pleasanton. Tickets may be and Sun., June 20 and 21 from 10 a.m. 925-398-3827. Scholarships for need facility of the Hayward Area Recreation Episcopal Church, 678 Enos Way in at 337-1282 regarding the We’re purchased online at www.museumon- to 4 p.m. The nursery is located at based students available to qualified and Park District. www.dmtonline.org Livermore. Performances of the play Talkin’ Books! Club. main.org, at Museum on Main during 981 Alden Lane in Livermore. A bonsai students. or 510-881-6777. are scheduled for August 22-23, fol- Storied Nights: An Evening of Spoken regular operating hours or by phoning Romeo and Juliet, Free Shakespeare in lowing two weeks of rehearsals and the Word. 2nd Thursday of each month. the museum at (925) 462-2766. the Park presented by San Francisco church's annual vacation Bible school, Features local authors reading their Livermore Rodeo Parade, June 13, 10 Shakespeare Festival, 7:30 p.m., June known as Arts at Bart's Camp (ABC). work 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee a.m. downtown Livermore. Livermore- 27, 28, July 5, 11 and 12. Special Sign up for a rehearsal time online at performance July 2. Amador Valley www.saintbartslivermore.com or call Community Park, Santa Rita Road and 925-447-3289 for more information. Black Ave., Free admission. LVPAC PRESENTS CHORAL (continued from page 2) MOVIES Cantabella Children's Chorus, annual Classic Film Series, First Thursday of spring concert,These Things Can Never Richard Glazier: From Broadway to Hollywood LIVE;” each month at 7:00 p.m. through June Die, at 1pm and 4pm on Saturday, 20, Late Nite Catechism; 21, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy; 27: 2015 at the Pleasanton Library, 400 June 6 at Canyon Creek Presbyterian Flock of Seagulls Old Bernal Ave. June 4, My Left Foot. Church, 9015 South Gale Ridge Road, DECEMBER: 1, Christmas with the Celts; 6, Ballet Theme Almost True, presented by Las San Ramon. The award-winning young Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno; 7, Pink Martini New Interactive Positas College coordinator of the singers (K-12th) will perform folk, JANUARY: 28, The Wellington International Ukulele Humanities Candace Klaschus, a film sacred, classical and contemporary se- historian. Pleasanton Library meeting lections in various languages. Tickets Orchestra; 29, Classic Albums Live: Elton John’s Great- Online Calendar! room. The programs are free and all are available at cantabella.org/tickets est Hits are welcome to attend. Note that some ($18) or $20 at the door. Admission is FEBRUARY: 1, Moscow Festival Ballet: Romeo and films are mature in content and may free for children under 18 (up to three Juliet; 2, Metropolitan Opera Rising Stars Concert Series; not be suitable for children. 931-3400, per adult). Call 925-292-2663 for more 16, The Hot Sardines; 19, The McCartney Years; 21, ext. 4. information. Live in Central Park (Revisited): Simon & Garfunkel; 24, DANCE OPERA Tribute to Glenn Miller and the Vocalists; 26, The Second Square dancing for all ages 8 years Livermore Valley Opera, May 31, 2 p.m. City; 27, Tim Lee: Scientist Turned Comedian and up, Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad MARCH: 3, The Triplets of Belleville; 4, Broadway’s at Del Valle High, 2253 5th Street, Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. Next HIT Musical; 5, GuGu Drum Group; 22, Amjad Ali Livermore. Families and friends org or 931-4848. Khan and Sons; 25, The Smithereens play Songs from welcome. September classes are free A Grand Afternoon at the tropical to new dancers. Questions? Margaret paradise known as Mia Nipote Winery, The Who . . .Tommy 925-447-6980. 4 p.m. Sun., June 7. Livermore Valley APRIL: 1, With the Beatles: The Concert Experi- Valley Dance Theatre Spring Rep, Opera fund-raiser. $90 before May 20, ence; 2, Laurie Berkner Solo! “The You and Me Tour;” Spring celebration of dance with limited to 110 people. (925) 200-7425, 8, Robot Planet Rising - Intergalactic Nemesis II; 13, The repertory pieces both classic and www.livermorevalleyopera.com Swingles; 21, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet; 28-30, Defending the Caveman Hometown Pancake Breakfast MAY: 5, Dakha Brakha; 6, The Capitol Steps; 20, Karen Marguth and Le Jazz Hot Find your local Performances, and Troop Packout Scheduled The Bankhead Theater is located at 2400 First Street in downtown Livermore. Tickets may be purchased at the Events, Festivals, and more! The 5th annual Hometown Pancake Breakfast and box office, online at www.bankheadtheater.org or by call- Troop Packout will take place from 7:30 to 11 a.m. on ing 373-6800. June 13 at Delucci Park in downtown Livermore. The event is sponsored by American Legion Post 237, Las Positas College Veterans First, Pleasanton Boy Scouts, Pleasanton Farmers Market, Pleasanton Lions, Pleasanton Masonic Lodge 321, Pleasanton Rotary North, Safeway, Tri-Valley Rotary, VFW Post 6298 and . . . . All are invited to attend. Donations needed for the packout include beef jerky, www.independentnews.com/calendar beef sticks, black or white long tube socks, money to pay for postage, foot powder, gum, red or black licorice, (925) 447-8700 lifesavers, mints, magazines, nuts and sun screen. 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015

(Organizations wishing to run notices home. www.valleyhumane.org in Bulletin Board, send information to PO Livermore Amador Valley Garden Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care Club will meet on Thursday, June 11, Harvest Park Students Among Top Achievers of Bulletin Board or email information to 6:30pm at Alisal School's multipurpose [email protected]. Include name room, 1454 Santa Rita Rd. Pleasanton. High-achieving students from Harvest Park Middle his or her capacity for learning. Seventh and eighth grad- of organization, meeting date, time, place At 6:30 will be a potluck of finger foods, and theme or subject. Phone number and followed by the business meeting. The School in Pleasanton, were honored as some of the brightest ers take the SAT or ACT—the same tests used for college contact person should also be included. speakers will be Janie and Roger Chapin, young people in the world at regional awards ceremonies admissions. These students, along with second through Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) members of LAVGC, who spent six weeks for academically advanced children sponsored by the Johns sixth graders, can also take the School and College Ability Livermore-Amador Genealogical touring English gardens. They will show Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). The Test (SCAT), an above-level test, or the Spatial Test Battery Society will present Ron Filion to speak photographs of the beautiful gardens that students, all participants in the CTY Talent Search, were (STB), which measures spatial ability. on SFGenenealogy.com on June 8, at 7:30 they visited. Visitors are welcome. For at its meeting at Congregation Beth Emek more information call Bev at 485 7812 or recognized for their exceptional performance on a rigor- Students from Harvest Park Middle School recognized in Pleasanton. He has been involved in visit www.lavgc.org. ous, above-grade-level test given to academically talented for their performance as part of the 2015 genealogy since he first started working Ohlone Audubon will meet Tuesday, second-through-eighth-grade students. CTY Talent Search include: Ramya Ayyagari, Esha on his Boy Scout merit badge. He recently June 2, 2015 at 5:00pm at Alviso Adobe Harvest Park Middle School’s 33 students who achieved Chawla, Heewoon Chun, Aditya S. Daita, James A. Dor- complete a book ‘Eaten by Cannibals’ a Community Park 3465 Old Foothill Road, true story of a Victorian native San Fran- Pleasanton for the annual potluck and high honors places it among the top 10 schools in the world mer, Chase H. Fitch, Arnav Garg, Olivia A. Hwang, Sruthi ciscan and her adventures in the Pacific installatoin of officers. Set up 5 p.m., for the 2015 CTY Talent Search. Kalavacherla, Ronit Krovidi, Rishab Kulkarni, Jeremy Li, Ocean. He is found of SFGenealogy.com dinner at 6 p.m. David Rice will present More than 33,000 students from 60-plus countries partici- Sayli Limaye, Aaron Y. Lin, Benjamin K. Liu, Jianna Liu, Presentation will give an overview of the a program, "Why We Bird." No admission pated in the CTY Talent Search this year by testing between Vishal V. Palekar, Sonya A. Panwar, Emily M. Powell website, explore its major databases and charge. Refreshments served. For more discus the joys and challenges of operating information and directions visit www. March 2014 and February 2015. Surya Ramesh, Eswarsai Ramineni, Clara C. Rong, Lia such a website. No charge, all are welcome ohloneaudubon.org. As part of the CTY Talent Search advanced young learn- E. Sendler, Rhea Y. Shah, Marianna Szambelan, Christopher to visit this presentation. Tri-Valley Republican Women ers take above-grade level tests that identify academic talent Tam, Amani Toussaint Green, Collin S. Travasos, Winston Community Bike Ride, Sunday, May Federated hosts a dinner and speaking and reveal gaps between a child’s academic program and Tsai, Peixuan Xie, Lucas G. Yang, John Yi, Margaret Zhang 31, 2015, 9:30 am –12:00 pm Explore presentation by Stephen Frank, publisher Dublin & Pleasanton on two wheels (no of California News and Views. Stephen is a tricycles or training wheels allowed). This frequent guest on the KSFO Brian Sussman will be an easy to moderately paced ride morning radio show, is a Vietnam Veteran, open to all skill levels led by Mike’s Bikes and developer of the POW/MIA bracelet Pleasanton. Refreshments and check-in with Bob Dornan. He worked seven years in at 9:30 a.m. Helmets and signed waiver negotiations for releases on behalf of POW release forms are required. See Mike’s and MIA families with North Vietnamese, Tara Cayton, the daughter of Thomas Cayton and Marcia Ikeda Kara Seliga from Amador Valley High School in Pleasanton, Bikes website for online waiver. Youth age Viet Cong, and Khmer Rouge Pathet Lao of Pleasanton, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Macalester who received a degree in Environmental Engineering and gradu- 12 and younger must be accompanied on in Europe and Asia. Stephen writes about during a ceremony held on campus on May 16. Cayton received ated Cum Laude. the ride by an adult. Check it out at www. water issues, educational concerns, a liberal arts degree in Chemistry (Biochemistry) and Japanese. Connor McCune from Valley Christian High School in Dub- dublin.ca.gov/bikemonth. property taxes, government subsidies, and Cayton is a graduate of Amador Valley High School. Cayton was lin, who received a degree in International Security And Conflict Retired Public Employees Associa- tax schemes against Prop 13, to name a elected to Phi Beta Kappa. Election to Phi Beta Kappa recognizes Resolution and graduated Cum Laude. tion, meets Thurs., June 4, at Emil Villa's few. He will discuss the 2014 elections Marisa Fraticelli from Amador Valley High School in Pleas- Hickory Pit & Grill, 3054 Pacific Ave., and what they mean for the 2016. All are outstanding scholarship in the liberal arts and sciences. Livermore, at 10:45 p.m. Speaker will be invited to the event on Thursday, June 11, anton, who received a degree in Nursing and graduated Summa Jeff Katz from Heritage Estates speaking 2015 at Cattlemen's Restaurant, 2882 Kitty Marietta College's Ted Rutkowsky of Pleasanton, has been Cum Laude. on how to downsize. For information or to Hawk Road, Livermore. 6:30 social time, named to the Spring 2015 Dean's High Honors List. Sarah Bronzini from Amador Valley High School in Pleasan- RSVP, contact Murial Springer, 447-1920 or dinner at 7 pm. $30 members/$34 guests. Any full-time Marietta College student completing at least 15 ton, who received a degree in Psychology and graduated Magna [email protected] or Val Olson, 449- Contact Linda at Krikorianpublishing@ credit hours with a grade point average of 3.75 or better in a given Cum Laude. 5807 or [email protected] yahoo.com or phone 925-426-1474 for semester is recognized as a Dean's High Honors List student for Rachel Kinnard from Amador Valley High School in Pleasan- Livermore Citywide Garage Sale, reservations by Monday, June 8. that semester. ton, who received a degree in Psychology and graduated Magna Sat., June 20, 8 a.m. to noon. Register sale Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Dis- Rutkowsky, who is scheduled to graduate in May of 2018, is Cum Laude. online at LivermoreSanitation.com or at ease (COPD), Heritage Estates, Kindred, Based on a 4.0 GPA scale, the distinction of summa cum laude 449-7300. Participants registered by June and Professional Healthcare At Home are majoring in Petroleum Engineering. 11 will receive free advertising. Hosted by offering a class onCOPD on Sat., May 30. is awarded to undergraduate students with an average of at least Livermore Sanitation as part of Livermore This class will be presented by Professional Ellis (EJ) Hand of Livermore, graduated with a Bachelor of 3.8; magna cum laude is awarded to undergraduate students with Recycles. Healthcare At Home. The class will be on Arts degree in Economics at Lewis & Clark College’s 142nd an average of at least 3.65; and cum laude is awarded to under- Film showing benefits veterans, June COPD, which is a group of lung diseases commencement ceremony, held on May 9, 2015. graduate students with an average of at least 3.5. 14, 1 p.m. at the Pleasanton Veterans that stops the airflow and makes breathing While at Lewis & Clark, Hand was a pitcher and outfielder Building, 301 Main St. The film, "Humor VS difficult. Emphysema and chronic bronchi- on the varsity baseball team. As a senior, he received Northwest Jennifer Newman, a philosophy and politics major from Liver- Action 2," was created by a local student. tis are the two most common conditions Athletic Conference All-League honors. Hand will join the Army more, earned dean's list recognition at George Fox University after Pre-order tickets at $7 by email nn.films. that make up COPD. Classes will be held after graduation, reporting for Basic Training at Fort Leonard earning a grade point average of 3.5 or higher during the 2015 [email protected] or $10 at the door. in the Assisted Living Activities Room from Wood, Missouri, in June. spring semester. Newman is academically considered a senior Food and beverages available for purchase. 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Heritage Estates, based on the number of credits earned. All told, more than 800 Proceeds benefit Pleasanton VFW Post 850 East Stanley Blvd., Livermore. To RSVP, A 2011 graduate of Livermore High School in, Hand is the son 6298 and American Legion Post 237. call 925-373-3636. of Ed Hand and Sara Ellis of Livermore. students earned dean's list honors for the semester. Livermore Library Board, meets 7 Celebrating 125 years of Livermore p.m. Thurs., May 28, Civic Center Library, High School: Livermore High School & the More than 1,700 degrees were conferred during Creighton The Military Order of Foreign Wars of the U.S. Award is 1188 S. Livermore Ave. An agenda will be Livermore High School Alumni Association University's commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16 at presented to a senior cadet who has excelled in ROTC, leader- posted at the library 72 hours prior to the are beginning to organize interested, com- the CenturyLink Omaha. ship, and the study of military history. The individual must be meeting. mitted volunteers to work/head the various The following local students are among the graduates: scheduled for commissioning in the United States military and in Paint Your Pet, Friday, June 19, 6 to 9 committees to organize & plan celebratory Karly Harrison of Livemrore graduated with a Bachelor of good academic and disciplinary standing. This year, the award was p.m. Valley Humane Society fund-raiser. events. The goal is for events to follow Science in Business Administration from the Heider College of presented to Marc Eteve of Livemore, at the awards convocation Bottle & Bottega East Bay artists will guide through the 2016 school year in honor of Business; in McAlister Field House. The ceremony was sponsored by Jim individual efforts to create a personal 125 years and not be limited to one day. Whetstone, Class of 1960, and his wife, Lila. Eteve graduated on masterpiece of a pet. Don’t have a pet… Interested? Call: Susan C. 925-447-6071 Deanna Menapace of Livermore graduated with a Doctor of or a picture? Photos of Valley Humane So- or Email: Susan: [email protected] Medicine from the School of Medicine. May 9th with a BS in Physics. ciety’s adoptable animals will be available or Cheryl: [email protected]. for re-creation. Check-in is from 6 – 6:30 Volunteer drivers are needed for Of the nearly 9,600 graduates who walked across the stage dur- Madison Brinnon of Pleasanton, qualified for the Spring 2105 pm; BYOB…snacks will be provided. All Pleasanton and Dublin routes. Donate a ing San Diego State University's Commencement Ceremonies last Dean's List at Belmont University. Eligibility is based on a mini- proceeds benefit Valley Humane Society. couple of hours weekly or every other week week, only a select group earned recognition as honors graduates. mum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average Pre-registration is required and space is to help end senior hunger. Call 925-931- Local students graduating with honors from SDSU include: of 3.5 with no grade below a C. limited. Cost $40 per person includes all 5385 for details. materials, instruction and portrait to take GNON (Girls Night Out Networking) THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015 11

and White Crane Winery in Livermore invite for retired men who seek activities Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open open to the public, features books, CDs 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) 447-3289. tion where all are welcome. Worship at 9 Bay Area women and their spouses/guests to enhance their retirement. Monthly to new and established residents of the and magazines for sale. For information, Church: Service Schedule: 8:00 a.m. Con- or 10:30 a.m. on Sundays with Sunday for a night of networking, fun and great meetings feature lunch and an interesting Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the call (925) 447-2946. templative Eucharist; 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible school for youth and adults at 10:30 a.m. food at the 7th Annual GNON Birthday speaker. Men have the opportunity to learn first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon Sunset Community Church, 2200 Study (check web-site): 10:25 Sunday and childcare at both services. Children Hawaiian Bash. Open to everyone. June about and join activities such as hiking, on the second Wednesday of the month, Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship ser- School (Godly Play); 10:30: Sung Eucharist are welcome in all services. Contact Rev. 3, 5 to 8 p.m. White Crane Winery, 5405 bridge, investment, bowling, bocce ball and Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, vice at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service starts with choir, child care provided. 1:00 p.m. Heather Hammer at 846-0221, send an Greenville Rd., Livermore. RSVP and wood carving. There is also a neat group family activities, and monthly adult socials. at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's church Youth Group. www.saintbartslivermore.com email to [email protected] or visit prepayment required: $10, /www.gnon.org/ of guys to get to know. SIR Branch #121 Information, call 925-215-8405 or visit provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday Little Brown Church, United Church of website at www.lynnewood.org. rsvp.html or 925-487-4748 meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month www.PleasantonNewcomers.com of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 a.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Earth friendly demonstration garden, at the DoubleTree Hotel, Las Flores Road Community Resources for Indepen- program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, worship. All are welcome here. www.little- day Saints: 9050 Mocho St., Livermore. 3575 Greenville Rd., Livermore. Alameda (near Bluebell Drive), Livermore, at 11:30. dent Living (CRIL) offers services to help call 447-6282. brownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 3rd ward 9 a.m., 2nd ward 11 a.m., Mocho County Master Gardeners present talks Any retired man is welcome to drop by to people with disabilities and supports them Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday Pathway Community Church, 6533 branch (Spanish) 2:10 p.m. 1501 Hillcrest on a variety of topics., 10 to 11 a.m. learn about your opportunities. For more to live independently and participate in Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Ave., Livermore: 1st ward, 9 a.m.; 4th June 13: getting your garden through the information check our website: branch121. their community for as long as they are more. Information, 447-8840. Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, ward 11 a.m., Springtown ward, 1 p.m. summer heat; July 11: dealing with pests sirinc2.org or email Neal Cavanaugh at willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 adult programs. Biblically based practical The Church of Jesus Christ of and diseases that bloom with the summer [email protected] (put “SIR” in the offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. messages, nondenominational. All are wel- Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: heat (1 p.m.); Aug. 8: ABC's of garden subject line). to provide information and referrals and worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. adult comed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. design; Sept. 12: bulbs: the best drought ClutterLess Self Help Support Group, provide community education at senior Bible study/Sunday school. For informa- org (925) 829-4793. Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at resistant garden color; Oct. 10: multiply nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, support centers and affordable housing complexes tion, call 925-447-1246. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: and divide perennials; Nov. 14: roses - group for people with difficulty discarding to residents of Southern Alameda County. Asbury United Methodist Church, 486 S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. wor- Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. selecting, planting and pruning. Gardening unwanted possessions. Cluttering is a The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. ship service. Bible Study/Sunday School Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., advice and guided tours 2nd Saturday of psychological issue, not an organizing Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. 10:20. Bible Basics Class, which explores 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: each month. Garden open to public every issue. New meeting location: Parkview,100 be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, Calvary Chapel Livermore, meetings the main teachings of the Bible, meets at Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. day during daylight hours. No admission Valley Avenue (main entrance), 2nd Floor by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at Sundays at 10 a.m. Robert Livermore Com- 7:00 Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email John Knox Presbyterian Church, charge. Activity Room, Pleasanton. Mondays except [email protected]. All services munity Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. [email protected] for more info. 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship Widowed Men and Women of North- some holidays 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Come are free. (925) 447-4357 - www.calvarylivermore. Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 East service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for ern CA., May 28, noon, lunch in Livermore, or call a volunteer at 925)289-5356 or DBE Daughters of the British Empire, org. Avenue, Livermore; worship service 10:15 ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education RSVP by May 26 to Gloria, 846-8320. May 925-922-1467. More information at: www. John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Chapter in United Christian Church, www.uccliv. a.m. Sundays. www.trivalleychurch.org. Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group 31, 12:30 p.m. lunch in Dublin, RSVP by clutterlesseastbay.org the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 a.m. on the org, a gay-welcoming congregation offering Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth May 28 to Bette, 510-357-7873. Pleasanton Lions Club- welcomes 3rd Thursday of every month at Castlewood community and spiritual encouragement North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. Golf Tournament, Livermore High visitors to come experience a great time Country Club. DBE was founded in 1909 for questioners, seekers and risk-takers. & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. School Alumni Assoc.(LHSAA) is sponsor- while making a difference in our commu- and is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization Worships on Sunday morning at 10:30 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 Livermore Quakers: Unprogrammed ing its 5th Annual Golf Tournament on nity & beyond. Dinner meetings every 2nd made up of women of British or British a.m. All are welcome. 1886 College Ave. at a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday worship, Mondays at 7pm, 1886 College Fri., May 29 at Las Positas Golf Course. & 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. Commonwealth heritage and ancestry with M St., Livermore; call 449-6820 for more Worship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary Ave. (United Christian Church). More "Shotgun Start-Scramble Format" starts The Regalia House, 4133 Regalia Ct., a focus on charity and fellowship. Those information. aged children go to Kid’s Church following information: LivermoreQuakers@gmail. with a 11:30 registration & 12:30 Tee Off Pleasanton. www.pleasantonlionsclub.org interested in helping with “the cause," Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- worship, nursery available; Wednesday 7 com or (925) 315-7170. and includes green fee, cart, range balls, Assistance League® of Amador Val- enjoying social activities, and forming long- non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: p.m. - Back to the Point Bible Study; all Unity of Tri-Valley, 7567 Amador Valley prizes, and dinner for $125.00/player. ley invites all visitors to join this dedicated lasting friendships, contact Edith Caponigro Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; worship ages; Friday 7 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 Sunday Can't make the golf, dinner & socializing group of volunteers, reaching out to those at 925-998-3500 or Jenny Whitehouse at service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. 1-888- in the dining hall; 925-449-4848. service. All are welcome. Ongoing classes, $30.00 LHSAA raises funds to support in need in the Tri-Valley and having fun 925-484-1273 for additional information. 805-7151. Centerpointe Church, 3410 Corner- groups, and activities. Rev. Karen Epps, Livermore High School's Students, Faculty doing it. Regular meetings are held on the Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 stone Court, Pleasanton. Services 9 a.m. minister. http://www.unityoftrivalley.org/ & Administrative needs. Contact: Kristen/ third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at Information on 2012 programs and Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, blended with choir and band. Childcare for 925.829-2733. Simon - 925-784-1367 or 925-784-9987, the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasanton. memberships, training philosophies and services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 infants through age 6 and children start St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors Rich - 925-989-4372, Jim 925-548-8108 For more information, see our website, schedules, and all things TVTC, an all a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. in the worship service with their parents. St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) or go to www.livermorehighalumni.com or www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, inclusive triathlon/marathon/endurance org/ All are welcome. 10:30 contemporary worship led by a band. – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925- www.mkt.com/lhsaa e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ training program. www.trivalleytriclub.com. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 Sunday school for children and middle- 906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School schoolers. www.centerpointechurch.org Center for Spiritual Living Livermore Club. Feed your wonder about the Night Operation: SAM “Supporting All RELIGION 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Children’s (925) 846-4436. Valley - People from all faith traditions, Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible study Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 cultures, races and sexual orientations 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- support organization based in Livermore. Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contempla- Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory prayer Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. welcome. Sunday service at 10:00 a.m. ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. S.A.M. has been in operation since January tive Service in the Chapel and 10:00 a.m. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Senior adult Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 925- Youth and teen programs offered as well. Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Traditional Service in the Sanctuary and ministries meet every other month. Call the 227-1301. www.thecrossing.org All are welcome. Meeting place 1617 2nd p.m. talk starts at 7:30 pm. For more info morale support of deployed troops. For children’s program For more information office at 846-8650 for more information. Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Meet- St., 2nd Floor, Livermore. For more infor- visit us @ http://www.trivalleystargaz- information or donations, visit www. www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. Trinity Church, 557 Olivina Ave. ing at Altamont Creek Elementary School, mation contact [email protected] or ers.org/ operationsam.org, email operationsam@ Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Livermore. Sunday worship at 8:30 and 6500 Garaventa Ranch Road, Livermore. visit us at http:// csllvlighthouse.org. Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social comcast.net or call 925-443-7620. St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 11:00 a.m., and Sunday School and Bible Services at 10:00 a.m. Speaker - Congregation Beth Emek, group of retired men who join together to Depression and Bipolar Support a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 study for all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Cedar Grove Community Church, 3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton: 7:30 better enjoy their leisure time. Activities Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets a.m. Children's classes during adult wor- Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday night 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship p.m. Sat., May 30, Eyal Naor, Israel Deputy include golf, bridge, photography, travel, Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's ship service. AWANA children's program there is adult Bible study, youth activities Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. Consul General for the Pacific Northwest fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. and children's choir at 6:30 p.m. Child cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. Region, will be speaking at Congregation ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. care during all events. 447-1848, www. Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Beth Emek. Mr. Naor is a graduate of living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco trinitylivermore.org Palomino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. Hebrew University in Jerusalem, with a and San Ramon. The group meets for lunch pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. degree in International Relations and Politi- on the first Thursday of each month at the Pereira, 462-6415. Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.org Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- Well Community Outreach Center cal Science, and is a former member of the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Lane, Shepherd's Gate Thrift Store, Congregation Beth Emek, Center ing the John Main tradition, every Monday ministry provides meats, canned and dry Israel Defense Forces. He will address the San Ramon. Please read more about the 1362 Railroad Avenue, Livermore. Open for Reform, Jewish Learning, Prayer and 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only situation in the Middle East and challenges Tri-Valley SIR at http://sirs34.org/ and Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Last Community in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Claire La Scola at 447-9800. available prior to the start of the school faced by Israel. Doors open at 7:00p; the the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. For Friday of every month 50% off most of the Court, Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, year). Those with an immediate need or program beings at 7:30p. The event is free information or to attend a meeting, call store sale. For more information visit www. Rabbi Dr. Lawrence Milder, www.bethemek. 5860 Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday who would like to donate nonperishable of charge. Refreshments will be served. Rich Osborne 925-785-3549. shepgate.org/holiday org. Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to www. food items, call the office at (925) 479- Dealing with death workshop, NAMI Tri-Valley Parent Resource & Bereaved Mother’s Network of the Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday and Join us bi-monthly for assistance in the Support Group meets monthly for parents/ Tri-Valley meets the first Tuesday of the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- (831) 278-1916. Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Thursday 4 healing journey. St. Elizabeth Church, caretakers of children ages 5-17 years each month, 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Livermore tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up by appointment 4001 Stoneridge Dr. Pleasanton. Second with (or suspected of having) emotional/ Civic Center Library, Small Conference Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on only. The Outreach Center will be open and fourth Thursday evenings at 7:30pm. psychiatric disorders. It meets the third Room. The aim of the network is to allow EastBaySecularJews.org. Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Chil- every 4th Saturday to distribute bags from June12th. and 26th. July 10th. and 24th. Tuesday of the month from 7-9pm at bereaved mothers to make connections First Church of Christ, Scientist, dren’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 Fresh and Easy Market and Sprouts. This Aug. 14th. and 28th. No preregistration is Pathways to Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge with, share resources, and support other Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. a.m. All are most welcome to come and will be on a first come first serve basis necessary. These sessions are open to all, Dr., Suite 114, Pleasanton. The group is mothers who have been through the worst Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is worship with us and to enjoy our hospital- between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2333 Nis- regardless of religious affiliation. Please drop-in and free. Contact person is Marsha experience of their lives, losing a child. For held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church ity. For more information call the church sen Drive, Livermore. call: Mary Hagerty at 925-846-5377 for McInnis at 925-980-5331. more information, contact katiestrube@ and reading room are located at Third and office 925-462-4802. Lynnewood United Methodist Church, more information. Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a group comcast.net. N Streets. The Reading Room, which is St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church , 4444 Black Ave. offers a friendly congrega- 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2015

DSRSD Award Winners Recognized Three students from Dublin and San Ramon were honored Tuesday night by the Dublin San Ramon Services District Board of Directors for their award- winning science fair proj- ects. The students, all from the DSRSD service area, were winners of the Excel- lence in Water Research award. The awards were created in 2013 by 19 water and wastewater agencies in Alameda and Contra Costa counties to recognize out- standing student projects in the world of water. Alameda County Science & Engineering Fair Junior Division In the Junior Division of Students at Saint Michael School in Livermore recently participated in the 23rd Annual Young Excellence in Water Research award runner up Neil Chatterjee the Alameda County Sci- (brown jacket) accepts his certificate and award check at Authors Faire sponsored by the Diocese of Oakland. A total of 72 books were submitted for pre- ence & Engineering Fair, judging at the school. Twenty-six local winners were then sent for the diocesan level judging. the May 19th DSRSD Board Meeting. Pictured, from left, Neil Chatterjee was the run- are DSRSD Directors: Vice President Pat Howard, Richard Of those sent, 17 were winners On Saturday, May 16, awards were presented to: Grand Prize ner up for the Excellence in for Buddy Book: Kindergarten and 7th Grade; First Place Fiction: Evan Mathews, 2nd Grade; Halket, President Ed Duarte, Georgean Vonheeder-Leopold, Water Research award. An and Dawn Benson. Honorable Mention Class Book: 2d Grade Class; Honorable Mention Fiction: Karson Knuth, eighth grader at Quarry Lane Josie Gallo, Natalie Barbosa 3rd Grade; 2nd Place Special Genre: Morgan Studebaker, Gianna Middle School in Dublin, of the Contra Costa County School in San Ramon, their Salerno, Mila Salcedo 3rd Grade; 2nd Place Graphic Novel: Kaitlyn Hu, Danielle Hanley, Dani Chatterjee’s project explored Science and Engineering project explored a low cost, Fazio 3rd Grade; 2nd Grade Special Genre: Amira Sain 4th Grade; Honorable Mention Class how organic detergents ma- Fair, Arshia Mehta and portable water filter. Their Book: 6th Grade; 2nd Place Class Book: 7th Grade; 2nd Place Autobiography: Grace Leary, terially decrease the cost Rishita Wairagade were the teacher, Barbara Weisbrod 8th Grade; Honorable Mention Poetry: Maddy Flores, Adrianna Ramirez 8th Grade; 2nd Place of wastewater treatment. first place winners for the sponsored their project. Special Genre: Faith Mahallati 8th Grade; 2nd Place Book with a Religious Theme: Mallorie His teacher, Johann Ripfel, Excellence in Water Re- Each student received $250 Stiner 8th Grade; 1st Place Children’s Picture Book: Savanna Nelson 8th Grade; Honorable sponsored the project. Chat- search award. Seventh grad- and their teacher received Mention Children’s Picture book: Alexandra Hendrickson and Ilona DeSzily, 8th Grade, 1st terjee received $300 and ers at Gale Ranch Middle $100. Place Class Book: 8th Grade Class, Honorable Mention Class Book: 8th Grade. Ripfel received $100. In the Junior Division Friends of the Vineyards Awards Two Scholarships PPIE PRESENTS (continued from page 5) Friends of the Vineyards has awarded two scholarships this year to students who are part of the Viticulture and 2015-2016 Giving Fund donation from the foundation The remaining $185,000 is to be distributed to indi- Winery Technology Program at Las Positas College. The that will benefit students in the 2015-2016 school year. vidual schools sites as noted below with the intention that Program offers tracks for degrees and certificates in both This donation of $515,000 represents the collective they be used to further PPIE’s mission of enhancing learn- Enology and Viticulture, as well as a path to transfer to four effort and generosity of time and resources from many ing experiences by focusing on supporting the district year universities. stakeholders in our community, including our parent technology plan at their sites in areas not yet budgeted by Daniela Bireley received the Enology Scholarship. Bruce community, our parent-teacher clubs, corporate partners, the district, such as classroom infrastructure needs. Nance received the Viticulture scholarship. teachers, administrators, trustees and hundreds of volun- Thomas S. Hart Middle School $ 30,000 Friends of the Vineyards in a non-profit organization teers. Harvest Park Middle School $ 40,000 made up of volunteers. The organization’s goals include: In March 2015, the foundation pledged to contribute Pleasanton Middle School $ 40,000 • Identify Tri-Valley land adaptable for agricultural uses $330,000 to fund the following district-wide positions for Amador Valley High School $ 38,000 and to help create conservation strategies for that identi- the 2015-2016 school year: Foothill High School $ 30,000 fied land. 2 Early Literacy Instructional Coaches ($80,000 ea) Village High School $ 5,000 • Develop and support legislation and policies that protect $160,000 Harvest Park Pre-School $ 2,000 the identified land 1 Math Instructional Coach $ 80,000 Site Support for District Technology Plan $185,000 • Educate local communities in viticulture and wine- 1 Technology Instructional Coach $ 90,000 For more information about PPIE, log onto www.ppie. making and promote local agricultural products. 4 Instructional Coaches $330,000 org or contact [email protected]. For more information, please go to www.fov.org .