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Rossmoor tree-lighting is Monday in Fireside Start off the holiday season by attending Rossmoor’s annual tree-lighting ceremony on Monday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. The event will feature musical performances and sing-a- longs led by pianist and baritone Dwight Stone and friends followed by the always popular San Ramon Valley High school singers. Also on the program will be Carol Kessler, soprano, and Tom Stone, euphonium. Carols, sacred and secular, Christ- mas and Hanukkah, will be sung and played. Stone will play his new “Variations on ‘O Tannenbaum.” Stone will solo on euphonium on “Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer” and Kes- sler will sing “O Holy Night.” A Rossmoor resident, Stone has performed numerous concerts in duo and solo appearances in the last decade. He appears frequently with the Contra Costa Performing Arts Society and in solo piano performances. News photo by Mike DiCarlo San Ramon Valley High School (SRVHS) is the home Continued on page 2A Tennis courts converted for pickleball Rain delayed the work on converting the old tennis courts on Rossmoor Parkway to official Residents invited to join pickleball courts. The work includes resurfacing the court area and adding game lines for three courts. In the photo, a workman puts paint on the court surface. The Pickleball Club work group to discuss forming was involved in the placement of the courts and their colors. While the work continues, Technology Innovation Committee players can always use the courts in the Sierra Room at Del Valle. The courts should be completed by week’s end, weather permitting. One of the GRF Board’s goals for 2016-17 is to create a Tech- nology Innovation Committee. To establish the committee, its purpose, mission, goals and membership must be determined. Three GRF Board members have indicated a strong interest GRF Board considers 2017 capital, in the committee formation: Carl Brown, Bob Kelso and Steve Roath. The Board has been informed that there are several qual- machinery and equipment budgets ified residents who have the necessary experience and skills to help with the formation of the committee. Residents who have an interest in being part of the Technol- The $1.5 million comes from Trust Estate Fund ogy Innovation Work Group are welcome to participate. The t its meeting on Thursday, Dec. 1, the 6. Replace the fencing on the south side of group will discuss the formation of a Technology Innovation Golden Rain Board will consider ex- the Rossmoor Community Garden. Committee. A penditures for the 2017 capital budget 7. Remove turf from the center median just A meeting of the work group is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. and the machinery and equipment budget to- past the entry gate on Rossmoor Parkway. Re- 8, at 9 a.m. in the Board Room at Gateway. taling $1,569,500 to be paid from the Trust place turf with new landscape emphasizing Residents who wish to participate should leave their name, Estate Fund. The meeting will be at 9 a.m. in drought tolerant plantings and color. Land- email address and phone number with Paulette Jones in the GRF Peacock Hall. The following are some of the scape will include new water-efficient irriga- Board Office at Gateway by Thursday, Dec. 1. For information, items that will be presented to the Board for tion system, up lighting on trees and native call Jones at 988-7710 or email her at [email protected]. approval: plant material. Capital expenditures Repave Tice Creek Machinery and Drive (between Avenida Sevilla and Ptarmi- equipment budget Hillside and Dollar pools gan Drive), Terra Granada Drive (between Golden Rain Foundation Entry 21 and Avenida Sevilla). Vehicles are closed for the winter 1. Complete the renovation of the kitchen- 1. To replace a 1990 vehicle Dollar and Hillside pools Del Valle pool remains open ettes in Multipurpose Rooms 1 and 2. 2. To replace a 1987 vehicle close for the winter starting Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 2. Update the audio visual system in the 3. To replace a 2004 vehicle Thursday, Dec. 1, and will be and Friday from 6 a.m. to 9 Las Trampas Room. 4. To replace a 1998 vehicle closed until the last day of Feb- p.m. and Thursday from 1 to 9 3. Construct a permanent structure to cover Golf/lawn bowling ruary. There will be no family p.m. and Saturday and Sunday the food service area in Sportsmen’s Park. 5. Replace a fairway mower that was pur- swim during the winter. from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. 4. With the renovation of the Fitness Cen- chased in 2005 ter, a new electrical panel will be installed in 6. Replace a bunker rake that was purchased the pump room. This will create the needed in 2004. capacity to install the UV system. The UV Information technology INSIDE THE NEWS system will help with air quality inside the 7. The fiber core switch is the primary Section A covered pool area by eliminating chloramines switch that splits the incoming fiber optic con- Arts and Leisure...... 18-26A which is a byproduct of chlorine. nection and sends it to all of the main founda- Classified...... 32-43A 5. Install automatic shades for the Fireside tion buildings. The fiber optic cable transmits Clubs...... 28-30A Room. Continued on page 3A Main News...... 1-14A Movies...... 26-27A Op/Ed Columns...... 16-17A Rotary Club is selling See’s Candies Residents Forum...... 15A Section B Look for order form inserted in this week’s News Arts and Leisure listings....13B The Rotary Club of Ross- dies order form that is insert- kinds of candies in one-and Bridge...... 4B moor’s annual holiday See’s ed in next week’s News. All two-pound boxes, plus four Calendar...... 8-9B Candies drive is underway. the information about placing and six ounces of some items Channel 28 TV Guide...... 16B Members of the Rotary Club an order will be on the form. and many other See’s Candies Clubs...... 5B will be in front of Rossmoor Look for the order form insert- items such as peanut brittle, Excursions...... 9-10B Safeway selling See’s Candies ed with the other inserts. toffee, gift certificates and Health...... 14-15B He wrote a book on Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 and All money raised will ben- mailing cartons. Obituaries...... 7B on Harold Arlen. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. efit youth education and senior For information about or- See page 13A. Religion...... 6-7B In addition, residents will services in local communities. dering candy, call Joanne An- Sports...... 1-3B www.rossmoornews.com be able to use the See’s Can- The form will offer all derson at 938-9086. 2A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Take a bus to shop at Rossmoor tree-lighting is next Monday Sunvalley Mall, Crossroads Enjoy snacks The Rossmoor Transportation Department offers residents a ride to Sunvalley Mall in Concord and Crossroads Shopping and entertainment Center in Pleasant Hill on Friday, Dec. 2. Continued from page 1A This is the last chance before the year ends to take a Rossmoor of multiple award-winning bus to the shopping centers. choirs, all under the direction The estimated arrival and departure times are 9:45 and 11:30 of Ken Abrams. The SRVHS a.m. and 1:45 and 3:45 p.m. Concert Choir and the Treble To reserve a seat, call 988-7670 on Thursday, Dec. 1, between Clef Choir were both first place 8 a.m. and noon. Residents will need to leave their name, street winners at the 2009 Golden name and entry number. State Choral Competition and Seating is limited, on a first-come first-served basis. Shoppers the SRVHS Chamber Singers will be picked up and dropped off on the street at their entry. took first place in 2010. While at the event, en- Carol Kessler joy cookies donated by the Bus or carpool to events Rossmoor Rotary Club, along the Lions Club of Rossmoor, Parking is at a premium in Event Center, Creekside and with eggnog and cider served and the Rotary Club of Rossmoor, especially since Gateway. Bus schedules are by the Lions Club of Rossmoor. Rossmoor. there are so many events on the Rossmoor website at This free event is sponsored All residents and their scheduled at the main club- www.rossmoor.com. Club on by the Recreation Department, guests are invited to attend. Dwight Stone houses. Resident Info and Transpor- Residents are advised to tation. For information on take the bus or to carpool the bus schedules, call 988- Learn to make holiday swags when going to an event at the 7670. The Recreation Department p.m. in the Fireside Room at The class will help residents will sponsor its annual holiday Gateway. This event is open to make fresh green fern swags swag-making event on Thurs- all residents, but space is lim- for the front door or table cen- I will come to your home or place of business day, Dec. 8, from 9 a.m. and 1 ited. terpiece. and help you learn, solve problems or upgrade. This year, there will be two · 18 years experience in the computer technical Personal Service In Your Home At Your Convenience class sessions that will in- support field as an Apple Specialist No Charge for Consultation • Notary Service Available clude a bow-making seminar. · 12 years teaching experience as the Mac Recreation will supply all the Computer Teacher at Acalanes Adult items needed. 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The Rossmoor News (927080), established April 15, 1965, is published every Wednesday, for a subscription rate of $45 per year, by the Golden Rain Foundation, 1006 Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94595. Periodical postage is paid in Walnut Creek, CA. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Rossmoor News, 1006 Stanley Dollar Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94595. TELEPHONE: General information and display and classified advertising: 925-988-7800 Fax: 925-988-7862 MISSED PAPER: Report missed papers by Thursday noon to ensure delivery. Call 988-7800 and give complete address with entry. ADDRESS: 1006 Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94595 OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. E-MAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]. News articles and letters to the editor can be submitted to this email address: news@rossmoor.com. Classified ads and payment information can be emailed to [email protected] or faxed to 925-988-7862. Articles and ads cannot be submitted through the website. All emailed ads and articles will receive a confirmation from News staff. WEBSITE: www.rossmoor.com and www.rossmoornews.com STAFF: Maureen O’Rourke, Manager Chrissa Basbas, Editor/Administrative Assistant; Maggie Sharpe, Staff Writer/Editor; Cathy Tallyn, Staff Writer/Editor. Production: Lance Beeson, Kerry Curran, Celeste Fitzsimmons, Production and Graphic Specialists; Mike DiCarlo, Photogra- pher. Display Advertising: Cheryl Dillard, 988-7811, Account Representative and Trisha Engelmann, 988-7809, Account Rep- resentative. Office: Jacqueline Blaauw, reception, classified and legal advertising. Website: Lina Liu, web content. Contributing Writers: Various writers, Democrats of Rossmoor; various writers, Progressive View; Charles Jarrett, Entertain- ment Notes; Bill Leary, Engaging Aging; Tom Mader, At Wit’s End; Ed Manning, Republican Perspective; Robert Moon, Modern Classical CDs. Volunteers: Judie Huse and Marilyn Allen. DEADLINES: • Wednesday at noon – Religion notices and Club Trips • Thursday at noon – press releases, club news and event an- nouncements • Friday at 10 a.m. – Display and classified ads, letters to the Residents Forum and obituaries The Rossmoor News is legally adjudicated to publish legal notices and fictitious business name statements. The News reserves the right to reject or discontinue advertisements or articles that the manager deems unsuitable. All articles are subject to editing. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 3A

Board Agenda GRF Board considers 2017 capital, The following is the agenda for the GRF Board meeting machinery and equipment budgets on Thursday, Dec. 1, at 9 a.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway. Continued from page 1A large rooms currently being 11. To replace a 1991 vehicle The full agenda package is now on the Rossmoor website. all of our corporate data and used only for storage. The cost 12. To replace a 1991vehicle voice “Telephone” traffic. This is shared between GRF and 13. To replace a 1999 vehi- 1. Consider accepting the audit proposal from Burr Pilg- unit is over 15 years old and is Mutual Operations. cle er Mayer reviewed by the Audit Committee to perform an need of replacing. Clubhouse and facilities 14. To replace a 2001 vehi- examination of the financial statements of GRF and of the 8. This project will convert 9. Historically, one of the cle employees’ pension plan and 401(k) plan to prepare the nec- the current storage of printed two pool heaters at Dollar pool 15 .Purchase a letter fold- essary income tax returns for the year ending Dec. 31, 2016. document to a digital format. gets replaced every year due ing inserter machine that will 2. Consider approving the proposed 2017 machinery and This will enable the staff to to complete failure. The pool fold up to four different sheets equipment and capital expenditures totaling $1,569,500 to be search over 500,000 scanned heaters at Dollar have a shorter of paper into a single envelope paid from the Trust Estate Fund. documents to quickly access lifespan due to the high tem- and will also insert a return en- 3. Consider purchasing earthquake insurance for GRF needed information. This new perature of the pool. velope. facilities. scanning system would also Mutual Operations 16. Upgrade the large con- 4. Consider approving the request for proposal for de- be the foundation for all digi- 10. To replace a 1984 vehi- ference room at Mutual Oper- velopment of a comprehensive landscape design plan of tization of printed documents cle ations. an interconnected park system along the perimeter of the for all departments allowing Rossmoor golf courses. us to belter server our custom- 5. Consider approving Mary Jean Hargrove, as recom- ers. The current system relies mended by the Women’s Nine-Hole Golf Club, as the ap- on temporary help or current How to turn Your pointment of the club’s representative to the Golf Advisory staff to manually scan doc- Holiday Blues into the Committee for a two-year term, and the reappointment of uments to micro fiche. The Robert Montgomery as the Men’s Golf Club representative current volume of documents BEST Holiday Ever to the Golf Advisory Committee for a two-year term. needing to be scanned is be- Transitional Empowerment u 6. Consider approving an exemption under Policy 302 for yond staff’s capability to keep Fulfillment Happiness a non-resident as president of the Rossmoor Rotary Club for up with the demand. This new system will allow staff to ac- Victoria Feldman the year 2017-18. Life & Productivity Coach and Published Author cess documents from a com- Rossmoor Resident u [email protected] puter providing almost instant access to required documents. Call for a complimentary Law of Attraction Residents urged to tell The implantation of this sys- Life Coaching session. 831-236-8698 police about bad drivers tem will ultimately free up two www.victoriafeldman.com Residents are reminded know where it took place. that they can report dangerous The police department then drivers to the police. Drivers notifies a police vehicle near- who see a traffic incident or by. The driver is given a warn- a bad driver should get the li- ing and a letter is mailed to the cense plate number, the type person saying a driver of this and color of the vehicle and vehicle was seen driving dan- any other identifying features. gerously. If the police see this Pull over and call Walnut auto reported more than once Creek Police at 935-6400, then or twice, they go to the home press zero. The police like to to interview the person. Some- get the call as soon as possible times, the driver can no longer after the incident and want to drive safely and is fined. 4A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Rossmoor Fund sees a surge in donations this year By Ellen Gilman number of different programs goals of improving the health All donors receive a letter Fund correspondent supported by it. The fund pro- and well-being of Rossmoor of thanks that can be used vides direct help to individu- neighbors. to confirm the donation as a The Rossmoor Fund’s an- al Rossmoor neighbors who Another reason for the tax deduction, so it is best to nual fundraising effort is off have unexpected financial enthusiasm surrounding the include the donor’s name and and running, and what a year emergencies, such as medical Rossmoor Fund is donors’ ap- address in the envelope. it promises to be. Ads in the and dental expenses. preciation of the fact that all This year, there has been Rossmoor News and a letter In the last two months their contributions go directly an increase in the number of of appreciation sent to pre- alone, almost $20,000 has to help people in Rossmoor, donations being made online. vious donors have sparked a been given to assist needy with administrative expens- This is easy to do at www. surge in donations. residents through a variety es covered by sponsors and rossmoorfund.org. Just click The theme of this year’s of these small, individu- volunteer board members. on the “donate” button at the campaign is “Can You Help?” al (usually between $1,000 Many of Rossmoor’s clubs bottom of the home page. Rossmoorians are responding and $2,000) Rossmoor Fund and organizations have found Remember, “Can You in large numbers with an en- grants. Safeway gift cards the Rossmoor Fund to be a Help?” “Yes, You Can!” Like thusiastic and generous, “Yes will again be distributed at valuable partner in realizing so many generous neighbors We Can!” holiday time, thanks to a their charitable goals. Indi- who are helping others in re- Claire Levine Wolfe, who generous donation from the vidual donations are some- cord numbers, all residents is on the Rossmoor Fund’s Boomers Forever Club. times made as tributes to a can make a difference, one board of directors, said The fund also gives grants remarkable person on a spe- that will be met with deep Claire Levine Wolfe is on the “The board of directors is to organizations – grants that cial occasion or in memory of appreciation. board of the Rossmoor Fund. overwhelmed by the gener- have supported caregiving, a beloved Rossmoor resident. ous response to our current emergency response systems Donating to the Rossmoor fundraising campaign. This and legal services, among Fund is easy. A check can be Special bus schedule Dec. 14 assures our ability to contin- others, for Rossmoorians. mailed to the Rossmoor Fund ue serving our neighbors in While some services are at P.O. Box 2070, Walnut Rossmoor bus service will be suspended for a while on need for our many different made available through orga- Creek, CA 94595. Or a check Wednesday, Dec. 14, so that bus operators may attend an em- programs.” nizations and some through may simply be left in in an ployee function. To be sure, one reason for grants to individuals, all envelope in the Rossmoor The change in schedule is: the enthusiasm of donors to programs serve the fund’s Fund mailbox in the Gate- • The Red Line will not run from 11:32 a.m. until 1:48 p.m. the Rossmoor Fund is the charitable and educational way Administration Office. • The White Line will not run from 10:45 a.m. until 1:27 p.m. • The Blue Line will not run from 10:46 a.m. until 1:23 p.m. • The Yellow Line will not run from 11:02 a.m. until 1:50 p.m. • The Green Line will not run from 11:33 a.m. until 1:50

Dental Implant Solutions (925) 478-4581 • www.DentalImplantSolutions.net Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 5A Residents invited to traffic safety meeting Residents are invited to a community meeting on Monday, Dec. 5, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway to hear an update on Rossmoor’s ongoing traffic/pedestrian safety study and to offer their feedback. In June, GRF Board authorized Pleasanton-based TJKM Transportation Consultants to conduct the study which is focused primarily on the following: (1) evaluating the street system design, intersections, signage/markers, speed, and pedestrian accommodations on main arterial roads - Rossmoor Parkway, Tice Creek Drive, Golden Rain Road and Stanley Dollar Drive; (2) improving pedestrian safety, especially near clubhouses and recreation and community centers; (3) improving traffic safety and flow, particularly at intersections and parking access driveways; (4) identifying solutions, such as addition of medians, re- striping, lighting, signage, traffic calming measures, traffic flow, and pedestrian safety/travel/accessibility; News photo by Mike DiCarlo (5) evaluating the two golf cart crossings on Rossmoor Parkway between Entries 1 and 2, the crossing at Rossmoor Parkway/Tice Creek Drive intersection, and the crossing on Pulte project underway at former JCC site Stanley Dollar Drive near the Event Center and Creekside Clubhouse; Construction is well underway on two homes in the Pulte Homes Trellis development on Tice (6) evaluating pedestrian and traffic safety concerns on all Valley Boulevard located on the former Jewish Community Center (JCC) site and in front of the secondary roadways within Rossmoor; and Rossmoor Community Garden. The City Council approved the project last December. Pulte (7) programs, activities and policies to address senior driv- will build 53 two-story residential units (47 single-family and six duplex units) on the 5.28-acre er and pedestrian behavior and physical challenges portion of the property. Holiday hours extended for Walnut Creek’s free downtown trolley Walnut Creek’s free downtown trolley will have Dec. 16 and again Dec. 26 through 31. From Dec. 12 The free-ride trolley loops between Walnut Creek extended hours during the holidays thanks to addi- through Dec. 23, trolley hours extend to 11 p.m. BART and Broadway Plaza, traveling along Locust tional funding by the city. Note that extended hours are not offered on Sun- and N. Main streets. The trolley, also known as County Connection days. The last trolley leaves Walnut Creek BART at For a detailed route map, go to countyconnection. Route 4, will be available until 10 p.m. through 6:20 p.m. Sundays. com/schedule4.

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• Care management agencies that provide ongoing oversight ounseling orner of care needs Activities C C • Dementia resources including Counseling Services’ caregiver support groups and free in-home care Council Counseling Services Provides • Emergency response pendants including information on Rossmoor Fund grants to cover cost for low-income res- a Great Deal of Information idents has holiday • Financial assistance programs including the Rossmoor and Help to Rossmoor Residents Fund, Safeway cards, food bank, caregivers and housing meeting • Health insurance counseling By Ann Pagliaro, LCSW Members of Rossmoor clubs • Legal services including free Rossmoor legal clinic pro- In Counseling Services’ ongoing effort to address recent are invited to attend the Activi- vided by the Rossmoor Fund ties Council’s general meeting on survey results, the top identified needs will be highlighted in • Low-vision and hearing-impaired services including Cal- the “Counseling Corner” column. Tuesday, Dec. 20. The meeting ifornia phones starts at 9 a.m. in the Fireside This week’s “Corner” focuses on obtaining and utilizing • Meal services including Meals on Wheels and other home information about services and benefits. Counseling Services Room at Gateway. delivery programs There will be a festive social has an abundance of resource information and is staffed by • Support groups facilitated by Counseling Services includ- three licensed clinical social workers who will help residents half-hour for mimosas, coffee ing bereavement, caregivers for residents with dementia, and tea, a holiday cake and con- identify and benefit from the resources and programs they stress management, autobiography, transition for single need. versation with other attendees women new to Rossmoor, creative visualization and sup- followed by the brief business Some of the most frequently requested information: port groups in nearby communities • Advance planning including current Advance Health meeting at 9:30. • Transportation options The holiday program will Care Directive and a workbook to record personal and • Twelve-step programs, schedules, brochures financial information feature Harmony, one of Ross- • Veterans services moor’s favorite musical groups. • Assisted living homes and placement agencies that pro- • Volunteer opportunities vide no-cost assistance to meet with individuals and Harmony now numbers 70 mem- All this and more await residents at the Rossmoor Counsel- bers, including singers, support- help tour selected facilities ing Services Office. All services and programs are confidential • Caregiver information including hiring guide and in- ers and accompanists. Under di- and do not have a fee. Drop by the office at Gateway to peruse rector Meriel Ennick, the chorus home help agency list the information racks or call 988-7750 to speak with a coun- • Cancer support and transportation programs will present familiar favorites of selor. the season as well as less well- known vocal selections. This is a good opportunity in the midst of this busy time of year to relax, network and learn about upcoming activities at some of Rossmoor’s 200-plus clubs and organizations. The meeting ends as usual with a drawing for raffle prizes, which for this special occasion will be gift baskets. Those who plan to attend are asked to call Tancred Agius at 947-6925 by Thursday, Dec. 15. The Activities Council’s mission is to help the Recreation Department serve everyone in Rossmoor. The bi-monthly general meetings are open to all. The council is seeking a volunteer to serve on the board of directors for a two-year term. Duties are light: attendance at six board meetings and six general meetings a year as well as helping to brainstorm about the community betterment projects that the Activities Council supports financially. Interested residents are asked to contact council President Trish Dickson at pa.dickson@sbcglob- al.net. Residents invited to be part of health series Comcast invites Rossmoor residents to be a part of an NBC video series on health that will air in 2017 on Channel 28. Residents who have some personal stories or health tips to share about healthy aging are encouraged by Comcast-NBC to be part of this series. Residents might be part of a developing series on healthy aging, which is part of a Comcast-NBC partnership with UC Davis. Rossmoor residents interested in being part of this series should contact Channel 28 Man- ager Susan Ritner through email at [email protected] or call 988-7820. Leave a message with name and phone number. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 7A

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Payments will be payment for those two rentals has set up a guide for residents due for any reservation that had plete annual bookings and ex- sent to the Recreation Depart- totaling $260 by the beginning and clubs on the new policy. taken place the previous month. plain how it will work in 2017. ment to be applied to the rentals of February. The club has the In 2014, GRF purchased a However, the software program At the meetings, the represen- for the upcoming month. paperwork showing the dates software program for Recre- being used has proven to be tatives of the club are provided Clubs are provided with a and charges for their records. ation Department and Fitness a challenge in that it does not with written instructions on contract showing the dates of According to Recreation, Center. This system is for facil- display clear information such how billing will be processed each rental and the correspond- this new method is consistent ity reservations, class registra- as past dates of rentals and the in the future. They are also pro- ing charges. with industry standards and is tion, Excursions, point of sale amount shown as due was not vided clear verbal instructions. This means that for the two straight forward. Recreation and membership tracking. In clearly tied to specific reserva- So if Club “XYZ” has two February rentals for Club XYZ, has said that for the clubs that the past, GRF has completed tions. events scheduled in February the treasurer will see on the have already met and discussed bookings with Rossmoor clubs In researching a better meth- 2017, it will be expected to pay contract that the club has a res- this new system, the reception for a year in advance. Clubs od, the Recreation Department for those events by the begin- ervation on Feb. 10 in the Event has been positive. Clubs that need to set up a room reservation should contact the Recreation Department Dr. Weenig Has Experienced the at 988-7780. Science of Hearing Engineering WC Police to wear body cameras The improvement the Siemens equipment provided, The Walnut Creek City compared to the prior hearing Council on Nov. 1 approved aids I was sold is remarkable. a recommendation by Police Chief Tom Chaplin to develop Dear Dr. Magilen, Your explanation of the science a body-worn camera program. behind your approach, and the Before the program is im- As a physician and a college science major, quality of the service from plemented, Chaplin will return I have utilized three different audiology of- your staff is first rate. to the council with a fleshed- fices in my quest to improve my hearing. My out budget along with funding visit to your office ended my quest. 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Creating custom solutions to return you to the world of sound Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 9A Preparing an emergency kit is Fourth Mutual holds special meeting topic of Emergency Preparedness to discuss settling building, 2017 coupon Organization meeting Monday The Fourth Mutual board will hold a spe- cover the costs of repair rather than adding The Emergency Preparedness Organization (EPO) will have cial meeting with its members Friday, Dec. 2, $43.71 per manor per month to the monthly its last meeting of 2016 on Monday, Dec. 5, at 9:30 a.m. in the at 11 a.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. coupon for two years. Fairway Rooms at Creekside. The meeting was called to discuss a prob- The recall EPO welcomes a return visit by Lisa Katzki, the CEO of Rea- lem with one of the Mutual’s buildings that A letter was sent to all Mutual members dyCare, an emergency preparedness company that is also the is experiencing settlement of the foundation explaining the recall of the five directors. national distributor for the FRIO insulin-cooling wallet. that is causing uneven floors and cracking in- Votes will be cast using a secret ballot and Her hour-long presentation will teach attendees how to make terior walls and ceilings. It is estimated that opened by the Mutual’s inspector of election a plan, build or enhance their personal preparedness kit for an $300,000 is needed to repair the building. at a special membership meeting on Wednes- event such as a natural or man-made disaster and how to stay The Mutual board will also discuss why day, Jan. 18, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room informed. it chose to add the cost of the repair of the at Gateway. No business other than the tab- Katzki is also a Walnut Creek Community Emergency Re- building to the 2017 monthly coupon rather ulation of ballots will be conducted at the sponse Team (CERT) instructor; a disaster preparedness, CPR than charge a one-time special assessment. meeting. and first aid instructor for the American Red Cross; and a reg- A group calling itself Concerned Mem- If the recall is successful, an election of istered nurse. bers of Fourth Mutual has started a recall of new directors has to be done immediately. She brings over 20 years of experience teaching health and all five directors of the Mutual’s board over The Mutual is now soliciting candidates to safety classes as well as personal preparedness. She has worked this issue. Concerned Members feel that the run for the board in the event of a successful with Rossmoor residents for many years and always brings her board is not willing to consider input from the recall. Members of the board can also submit own special brand of humor to this subject. members regarding a 2017 coupon increase their names to be candidates. Katzki helps take the procrastination out of emergency prepa- to cover the costs to repair the building that If the recall is not successful, then there is ration. Emergency supplies can be ordered at the meeting. is settling. no vote for candidates and the present board For information, contact Sheila Gorsuch at 256-9546 or at The Concerned Members, and the 86 Mu- will remain. [email protected]. tual members who signed the recall petition, For information about the recall, email believe that there should be a one-time $1,000 Mutual Board Services Coordinator Anne See current and back-issues of the special assessment of all 286 homeowners to Paone at [email protected]. News at www.rossmoornews.com.

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Rotary’s One Comcast introduces ‘Telehealth’ In 2017, Comcast will in- enable residents to provide tertaining Operating System. Warm Coat troduce to the Rossmoor com- communication directly with With this upgrade, residents Drive underway munity a new program called their doctor and pharmacist. will have access to two-way “Telehealth.” “Telehealth” offers other technology capabilities right at Gateway “Telehealth” is the use of quality of life services such now and in the near future, technology to provide ser- as alerts when a door is left newly developing technology The One Warm Coat col- vices like health education open. for personal emergency re- lection barrels are set up and virtual medical interac- To get this two-way technol- sponse systems, personal mon- in the lobby at Gateway tions by using the home TV ogy, Rossmoor residents will itoring and video chats. Clubhouse. Sponsored by screen, computer, tablet and need to get a free upgrade to To find out more, call Com- the Rossmoor Rotary Club phone. This technology will an Xfinity box on the X1 En- cast at 1-800-407-2997. in conjunction with the San Ramon Valley Rotary Club, the drive will continue through Jan. 13. Donations It’s time to reserve a Gateway of coats, sweaters and blankets in good condition and clean for men, wom- display case to advertise clubs en, children and infants are The Recreation Department 23½-inches. events by taking a look at the welcome. is putting together the 2017 These display cases give display cases. display case schedule. The dis- clubs a unique opportunity to There is no charge for use play cases are located between display to the community who of these cases. Availability Barcodes Used at Del Valle Complex the Sewing Studio and the mul- they are and promote upcom- is based on a first come, first tipurpose rooms at Gateway. ing events. The cases also are serve basis. Clubs not assigned For smooth and efficient entry into the Fitness and Aquat- Sixteen small individual an enticing recruitment tool a case July to December 2016 ics Center at Del Valle, be sure to get forms to sign up for a cases are available for use on for new members. will be given priority. bar code. Stop by the Fitness Center front desk for informa- a six month basis. These cas- Learn about the differ- All cases need to be vacat- tion and forms. es measure 23½-inches by ent clubs and their upcoming ed no later than Dec. 30. These units are self-maintained and any items left behind past the due dates will be disposed of. TUB AND TILE REFINISHING To reserve a display case, contact Elena Ybarra in the Recreation Department at 988-

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Clubs must tions and expect to submit RFPs to several potential bidders in the next couple of weeks. Bids will be expected in Janu- follow film CEO’s Report ary with a potential award to the successful bidder as early as the mid-February GRF Board meeting. guidelines Updates on Rossmoor Projects Traffic and pedestrian safety study Due to many complaints from residents about traffic when showing and Postal Service Issues speeds and pedestrian safety over the last several months, the Golden Rain Foundation Board of Directors authorized to public By Tim O’Keefe, CEO a study by a traffic engineer with the goal of creating a safer There were 45 home sales in October 2016 compared environment for vehicles and pedestrians. Despite some re- Each year the Recreation with 41 in October 2015. Thirty-five of the sales paid a cent vandalism to their equipment, the study is ongoing. The Department pays an annual li- membership transfer fee. Two non-sale transactions also traffic engineering company will be conducting a resident censing fee to the Motion Pic- paid a fee for a total of 37 paid memberships. As of Nov. forum to solicit your input. Residents who are interested in ture Licensing Corporation to 16, there have been 18 sales for the month generating 16 this issue should plan on attending the forum on Monday, allow the Recreation Depart- membership transfer fees and there are 42 pending escrows. Dec. 5, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. ment, clubs and residents the Employee transition Comcast update opportunity to screen legally In October, GRF welcomed Utility Repair Worker Isaiah The equipment installations are proceeding on sched- obtained films from studios Moncada to the Golden Rain Foundation staff. Also, Life- ule. Comcast has already scheduled or completed more and show them in Rossmoor. guard Irena Havlik concluded her employment with GRF. than 1,000 modem/router and HD installations. If Comcast Many clubs and organiza- Postal delivery issues hasn’t contacted you yet, don’t worry. Over the next five tions have had questions re- Following a series of postal delivery issues and lack of weeks, Comcast will notify residents when they will be in garding donations when they responsiveness from local postal officials, I met with Con- their neighborhood and will schedule a time convenient for show movies and want to know gressman Mark DeSaulnier to register a formal complaint residents to install the equipment. if they are permitted. Dona- last spring. Earlier this month, a meeting was finally held The goal is to have every manor connected by Dec. 31. tions can be accepted if the with the new Walnut Creek Postmaster to describe numer- For residents who don’t want to wait for Comcast to contact following guidelines are fol- ous issues Rossmoor residents have experienced with post- them and are “tech savvy,” a self-install kit is available. lowed: al delivery. The Postmaster explained that the Postal Ser- Be sure to let the representative know if you want the free • All films shown in vice is in the process of restructuring and are hiring new upgrade to the X1 Xfinity platform, including the very pop- Rossmoor are legally obtained staff to better serve the local community. The postmaster ular voice-activated remote control. There is no cost for the from studios covered in the agreed to host a community forum with Rossmoor resi- installation or the equipment. blanket policy agreement with dents in 2017 to listen to and address concerns. Watch the Anyone having questions about their Comcast services the Motion Picture Licensing Rossmoor News for details. may visit with a Comcast representative on Monday or Fri- Corporation. Fitness Center renovation day from 10 a.m. to noon or Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 • No admission fees are Following the recommendation of Walnut Creek’s city p.m. in the Fireside lobby at Gateway. However, Comcast charged. manager, staff submitted the preliminary design plans to occasionally alternates the location with other venues due • Donations must NOT be the city Planning Department for comment prior to de- to scheduling conflicts. related to the showing of the veloping the request for proposal (RFP) for bidders. The Watch for the schedule in the News. Alternately, you may movie. city returned with several pages of suggestions that should call the special Rossmoor Comcast Call Center number at • There should be no solicit- reduce the number of change orders once the construction 1-800-407-2997 and speak to a Comcast representative who ing of donations such as stand- permits are pulled, which should help reduce costs. The will be familiar with the services provided in Rossmoor’s ing at the door with a donation staff and architectural design team are making modifica- new Comcast contract. basket and asking movie-goers to make a donation to watch the film. However, announce- ments can be made at the event Longtime WC city manager that notifies guests that dona- weeney & oeller tions are accepted. Ken Nordhoff steps down S M Failure to abide by these ATTORNEYS AT LAW guidelines may result in film After 26 years in the public sector, the last six as Walnut (formerly O’Neil & Sweeney) screening privileges being re- Creek’s city manager, Ken Nordhoff is leaving to become a prin- voked. The club/resident will cipal with HdL Companies, which provides an array of fiscal COMPREHENSIVE, EXPERT & be responsible for any fines services to public agencies. His final day with the city is Dec. 30. imposed by the Motion Picture The City Council is in the process of selecting an executive EXPERIENCED ESTATE PLANNING Licensing Corporation, due to search firm to assist with the recruitment of a new city manager. Trusts • Wills • Probate • Litigation a violation of this rule. Home and Hospital Appointments Available All club presidents or private resident wishing to screen movies will need to sign this We Buy Used Cars agreement. unning or ot Residents who have ques- R N tions regarding these guidelines should contact Recre- We Will Come To You. ation Department Supervisor We Will Guarantee Payment. Kelly Berto at 988-7780. FREE Pickup

WC launches Michael F. Sweeney AND TODD W. MOELLER Serving WALNUT CREEK pay-by-phone Walnut 932-8000 Creek HONDA ask for 1908 Tice Valley Boulevard parking meters over Steve Mason Located in Rossmoor Shopping Center since 1990 50 OR ROb Khalife Next to Rossmoor Diner The city of Walnut Creek, years 934-o530 in partnership with Parkmo- www.walnutcreekhonda.com www. DiabloEstatePlan.com bile, launched a pay-by-phone option for all 1,500 downtown parking meters. Customers first must register by downloading the Park- mobile app in their phone’s app store or online at www. parkmobile.com. Once registered, they may use the mobile app, Internet or the toll-free number listed on green meter stickers to pay for parking. The app allows parking sessions to be extended by phone without returning to the meter as long as the parking session has not hit the hourly limit. There is a 35-cent convenience fee paid by parking customers. 12A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Rossmoor scholarship recipients reflect on visits abroad Rossmoor Scholarship Foundation holding 2016 Fund Drive By Pat Ryan asked her how she was feeling Foundation correspondent that day. However, Germeen told La- During these months of the bib of the dreams she had for fall, trustees of the Rossmoor her own life and the hopes she Scholarship Foundation are held dear. Through this child, busy raising money to support Labib learned gratitude for her the foundation. father’s sacrifice to bring his They also meet with coun- family to the United States for selors at seven high schools the sake of his own children. and Diablo Valley College, Krassimire Kirov and his whose job it is to encourage family spent a summer with their students to apply for his relatives in Bulgaria. He Rhonda Labib Krassimire Kirov Gagandeep Lally Rossmoor Scholarship Foun- had visited there many times dation awards. when he was younger; but now of her conservative religion: In the spring, Rossmoor as a teenager, he became aware how to dress, could she talk Scholarship Foundation trust- of major differences in life to boys in class, could she do Rossmoor Scholarship ees interview all the applicants style, traditions and cultural a sport, could she sleep over Foundation at their respective schools. tendencies between Bulgarians with girlfriends. ANNUAL FUND DRIVE Last March, at Concord and Americans. She decided not to be bound High School, trustees learned In Bulgaria no one seems to by Sikhism and instead em- Please accept this donation to help the Rossmoor how some of the 2016 scholar- be in a rush all the time. braced Buddhism, which en- Scholarship Foundation assist needy college-bound ship recipients from that school Long lunches with friends lightened her life and empow- students living in the area. had unique perspectives about at the cafe can last for three ered her. When Lally graduat- Name of donor as it will appear in the Rossmoor News life because they had lived or hours as they discuss different ed from Concord High School, vacationed in countries abroad. subjects and their lives. They she was captain of the girls’ ______When Rhonda Labib, an never seem to be in a hurry to basketball team, president of Egyptian, travelled to Egypt get somewhere or to do some- the class, lieutenant governor during her summer vaca- thing, Kirov found. Everyone of Key Club and she worked at (or in memory of): ______tion, she found herself think- in the U.S. goes to the store, the Food Bank and a job at a ing, “See, there is bravery in to school or wherever on some local restaurant. Her counsel- Amount donated:______the world.” She didn’t expect type of transportation rath- or described her as intelligent, courage would exist in a place er than walking. That’s the compassionate and a born Make checks payable to Rossmoor Scholarship Foundation where subservience was ex- American culture. leader. and mail to P.O. Box 2056, Walnut Creek, CA 94595 pected. Kirov feels that when he These are mini-biographies or leave at the Administration Office at Gateway. However, when she used her goes away to college these of just three of the 42 young free time as a mentor and tutor experiences will help him be- adults who received 2016 leadership, a sport, and/or com- ductible. in a bilingual orphanage, she come more accepting of other Rossmoor scholarships. munity service; and all of them For information about the learned otherwise. people’s differences. Kemberly Lopez and Ray- needed financial help. Rossmoor Scholarship Foun- There she met an 11-year Gagandeep Lally, a mundo Sanchez were Concord Residents who have an in- dation, contact Jan Geahry old girl who was physically first-generation America-Pun- High School students who also terest in assisting similarly by email at jhgeahry@yahoo. handicapped. Germeen, with jabi, was another recipient of received Rossmoor scholarships. outstanding students are invit- com or by phone at 949-8282, her shaky legs and hands, had a Rossmoor scholarship. When They were just as impressive as ed to fill out the coupon that or Charlotte Misner, by email become used to people look- she entered high school, she those other three. All were ex- accompanies this article. Any at [email protected] or at ing away from her when they wrestled with the constraints cellent students and excelled in and all amounts are tax de- 977-9386. First Mutual has routine business in November, announces meeting dates By Nancy Turnier First Vice President Gerald Operations Paul Donner, Chief and v-ditches are checked and Phil Magen will be studying Secretary Priebat, Second Vice Presi- Financial Officer Rick Cha- cleaned as needed. the saving of water with the dent Shanti Haydon, Treasurer koff, and Landscape Manager Permits have been requested new air conditioners. A clarifi- Routine business took place Sally Nordwall and Secretary Rebecca Pollon, to remove two ginkgo biloba cation of how electric golf cart at the Nov. 18 First Mutual Nancy Turnier. Mutual Oper- Two residents spoke during trees in Oakmont, Entry 4, and owners are billed is requested. Board meeting. In attendance ations staff members in atten- the residents’ forum. One res- to remove diseased pine trees A new mission statement for were President Ken Anderson, dance were Director Mutual ident questioned the parking in Oakmont, Entry 16. Crews the committee was given to the of contractors in guest parking will be renovating landscape board to review and vote on at 99% Diamond Certified Rating spaces and one questioned the in Oakmont, Entry 10. the next meeting. for Window/DOOR Installation and need for her insurance compa- Donner reported on the Future meetings Customer Service! ny to pay for water damage to number of water coolers that The following are the future personal property. have been replaced, with the board and committee meeting Donner said contractors are expectation of lower water us- dates: new resident orientation, able to park in guest parking age. Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 7 p.m. in during weekday hours and Nordwall reported the bud- the Donner Room at the Event that research would be done to get remains in good shape. She Center; Budget and Finance confirm all the water damage moved that the board approve Committee, Thursday, Jan. 12, that has happened to personal a three-year contract for Com- at 10 a.m. in the Board Room at property. mercial Support Services to Gateway; Landscape Commit- Reports continue the cleaning of laun- tee, Friday, Feb. 3, at 11 a.m. Pollon reported mowing dry rooms and dumpster areas. in Multipurpose Room 1 at and watering is occurring ac- The board discussed the Gateway; First Mutual Board “When Quality Matters” cording to the changing weath- benefit to First Mutual and the Friday, Jan. 27, at 11 a.m. in er. Sidewalks will be cleared company by supporting hand- the Donner Room at the Event of leaves once a week, with icapped individuals who do a Center. final collection when the trees fine job and approved the mo- Residents are invited to at- have shed all leaves. Drains tion. tend all meetings. Showroom Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 am-5 pm • Saturdays by appt. Rossmoor News not delivered? FREE ESTIMATES Rossmoor Listed The Rossmoor News is delivered every before noon on Thursday. The missed or wet Wednesday (morning through early evening). papers are delivered Thursday afternoon only. Made in the USA 925-681-1776 If you have not received your copy of the Carrier staff is not available to deliver papers 2250 Commerce Ave., Ste. A News by Thursday morning or if your paper after that time. 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When Walter Rimler was 13 or 14 years old, he remembers getting a really bad dose of the flu and having to stay in bed. He also recalls it was the day he had a musical revelation. “I was so sick that my mom stayed home from work with me,” says Rimler. “I remember her putting a record on the phonograph. It was Ger- shwin’s ‘Rhapsody in Blue.’ I was amazed that music could be that great. Gershwin be- News photos by Mike DiCarlo came my hero from that mo- Walter Rimler, pictured at left, won an award for his book ment on.” “The Man That Got Away” about composer Harold Arlen. Rimler says that, to this Rimler has also written a biography of composer George day, he doesn’t know if it was Gershwin. the fever or Gershwin’s music that caused this epiphany – “I wanted to write anoth- Words describe music the Road).’” Rimler is honored to re- but probably a bit of both. er book and there is so little As Tony Award winner Rimler likes another snip- ceive the ASCAP award for Much later in life, Rimler, written about Arlen, yet his Martin Charnin states on the pet about Arlen’s father. his book. who lives in Rossmoor with list of songs – and songs that cover of Rimler’s book, “Wal- “Although Harold’s father “It’s a nice award … and I his wife Margaret and their people know and love – is as- ter Rimler’s biography is not was a bit of a tyrant to his wife discovered that there are some terrier mix, Stella, wrote a tonishing,”’ said Rimler. “De- only riddled with information, and two sons, musically he real heavyweights among the book about his hero. “George spite that, he never became a but with intimate, carefully was very talented and a great previous winners, including Gershwin: An Intimate Por- household name the way Ger- researched, and heretofore cantor,” said Rimler. “After Duke Ellington, so I’m in trait” was published in 2009. shwin did.” unknown details … this book Harold became a success, his good company,” said Rimler, Last year, Rimler wrote an- Inspired by the Beatles has done a remarkable thing father used to sing ‘Some- who’s now thinking of writing other biography, this time While Gershwin sparked – it allows words to describe where Over the Rainbow’ in a book about President John F. about a lesser-known compos- Rimler’s lifelong love of sym- music.” Hebrew in the synagogue on Kennedy. er from that era, Harold Arlen phonic music, it was the Beat- Rimler recounts in his the holiest day of the year.” Rainbows (1905-1986). les who inspired his love of book how Arlen grew up in A writer all his life Rimler recalls an odd thing “This is only the second song. an Orthodox Jewish family – Rimler was born in Brook- that he first read in Edward biography ever written about “In 1966, I had my sec- his father was a “great cantor” lyn, New York. His family Jablonski’s biography of Har- Arlen, though he composed ond musical revelation,” said in the synagogue. It was not moved to Los Angeles when old Arlen – the only other bi- many famous songs, includ- Rimler. “I was working in Yo- always plain sailing for the he was just six months old. He ography of the composer ever ing ‘Over the Rainbow,’ ‘The semite at the time. I had a job young Arlen. graduated from UC Berkeley written. Man That Got Away,’ ‘Stormy renting out bikes for people to “Harold fell in love with in 1968 with a major in histo- “On the day that Harold Weather’ and ‘Come Rain or ride through the valley. I was a 17-year-old showgirl call ry and a minor in music. He was buried, many people re- Come Shine,’” said Rimler, in the employee break room Anya, who was brought up in says he’s been a writer all his ported seeing rainbows – in who also composes music and where there was a jukebox. I the Russian Orthodox Church. life. fact, a columnist at the New calls himself “an indifferent clearly remember three songs His parents were not pleased “I’ve always been a writer, York Times even reported on pianist.” “At a gathering of that played endlessly: ‘Strang- – and her parents weren’t but I never earned my living that in his column,” said Rim- songwriters, Gershwin called er in the Night’ by Frank Sina- pleased either, that he was that way,” said Rimler, who ler. Arlen ‘the best of us.’ And tra, ‘Sunny’ (by Bobby Hebb), Jewish,” said Rimler. worked for law firms in the Rimler writes on the last Judy Garland was his biggest and ‘We Can Work It Out’ by The couple married, de- Bay Area, summarizing docu- page of his book: champion.” the Beatles. That Beatles’ song spite their parents’ disapprov- ments, until his retirement 10 “As for the rainbows that Aptly titled “The Man just knocked my socks off.” al. The marriage endured a years ago, when he and Mar- filled the sky the day he was That Got Away: The Life and Rimler added that the Beat- lifetime, but Anya developed garet moved to Rossmoor. buried and whether [they] … Songs of Harold Arlen,” Rim- les’ music showed him that severe mental illness and Rimler, who belongs to the witnessed a cosmic display ler’s book earlier this month songwriting could also be eventually had to be institu- Rossmoor Tennis Club, enjoys in Arlen’s honor: what we do was awarded the Timothy great art – and inspired him tionalized. She died of a brain time with his family. His chil- know is that the melody of White Award for Outstand- to explore the songs of Gersh- tumor in 1970. Meanwhile, dren have inherited his love of ‘Over the Rainbow’ came to ing Musical Biography in the win and his contemporaries, Arlen sank into alcoholism. music and writing. Rimler’s him out of the blue – an oc- popular music field from the including Arlen. “It became so bad, it al- son Jesse, 32, is an artist and currence that seems just as American Society of Compos- Coincidentally, Paul Mc- most killed him,” said Rim- musician with the Oakland unlikely and inexplicable.” ers, Authors and Publishers Cartney, who grew up listen- ler. “But all the time he kept Jazz Conservatory; Jacob, 35, Walter Rimler’s books (ASCAP). ing to the music of Gershwin writing songs, though I think studies filmmaking in Los about Gershwin and Arlen, Rimler explains why he and Arlen, bought the rights they became darker over the Angeles; and daughter Rose, published by University of opted to write his second bi- to Arlen’s musical catalog and years, songs such as ‘One For 30, is a freelance science writ- Illinois Press, are available ography about Arlen. is now his publisher. My Baby (and One More for er and editor in Portland. through Amazon.com. Rossmoor Republicans to enjoy holiday music in December The San Ramon Valley High School Chamber and once to New Zealand and Australia where be accommodated. Singers will provide a program of holiday mu- they competed in the Sydney Opera House, re- An event registration form is included in The sic at the Republican Club’s dinner meeting on ceiving a gold medal for their performance. Last Rossmoor Republican, which is sent to all club Tuesday, Dec. 20, at the Event Center. The so- year, they performed in Italy, Croatia and Slo- members monthly. The registration form can cial hour begins at 5:15 p.m. with a hosted wine venia, including a mass performance at the Vat- also be accessed and printed at rossmoor-repub- and beer bar. Dinner is at 6. ican. licans.us. The Chamber Singers are known for their ex- The dinner is catered by Scotts. The entrée is Reservation checks, payable to the Republi- cellence in singing and for their high placement spice crusted roast prime rib of beef with au jus can Club of Rossmoor, should be mailed to the in festivals and competitions. They won first along with garlic mashed potatoes, carrots and Republican Club of Rossmoor, 1001 Golden place in the Northern California Golden State roasted Brussels sprouts. The vegetarian alter- Rain Road. Alternatively, they may be hand-de- Choral Competition in 2002, 2007 and 2010. native is roasted vegetable ratatouille. livered to the Republican Club mailbox at Gate- They have performed in New York, Philadel- The cost is $28 for members and $30 for non- way. All reservations must be received by noon phia, Atlanta, Chicago, Anchorage, Salt Lake members. To hear the musical entertainment on Thursday, Dec. 15. City and Dallas, as well as in every major city only, without dinner, the cost is $5. Those com- For dinner reservation questions, call Susie in California, Oregon, Washington and Arizona. ing for the entertainment only should arrive at White at 788-4479. For membership questions, They also have traveled to Europe four times, 6:50. Reservations are required; walk-ins cannot call Marlys Siegel at 262-8185. 14A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016

Talk Of Rossmoor Rossmoor Food Drive continues throughout the holiday season He’s 103! The Rossmoor Food Drive, sponsored by the Rossmoor In- terfaith Council for the benefit of the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, started on Nov. 21 and will continue in Rossmoor throughout the holiday season. Food barrels for the drive will be set up at Gateway and Creekside clubhouses through the end of December. All of the food and monetary contributions will benefit the Food Bank of Contra Costa and So- Staffing the Food Drive drive-up at Gateway are, from left, lano. Send financial donations Rossmoor Food Drive Coordinator Eleanore McGrath, Leanne to the Food Bank of Contra Hamaji, Marc Hamaji and Food Bank Food Drive Administrator Costa and Solano, P.O. Box Joan Tomasini. 63246, Concord, CA 94524. Be sure to write “Rossmoor” on the outside of the envelope. Check the website at www. Ben Slomoff celebrated his 103rd birthday with longtime close foodbankccs.org friend Rheta Daggs and friends and family on Nov. 16 at the Here is a list of the most home of Eric and Sidsel Anschutz. needed items: • Iron-rich cereal • 100-percent fruit juice in plastic containers Security Reports • Canned fruit (in juice) FROM Securitas • Dry beans (any type) • Canned vegetables The following are the Sunday, Nov. 20 • Enriched rice major incidents reported Theft: A Saklan Indian • Canned meat, poultry and to Securitas, Rossmoor’s Drive, Entry 8, resident re- fish security service provider. ported jewelry was taken • Peanut butter in a plastic They appear here as they from the manor. The resident container were initially reported to last saw the jewelry on Nov. • Pre-packaged meals Marc Hamaji and Eleanor McGrath quickly pick up bags of food Securitas. 18 and noticed it missing on Do not donate fresh food or from a car in Gateway parking lot so they can get out of the way After investigation, de- Nov. 19. The resident saw the food in glass containers. Be of traffic in the lot. tails of a case may indicate door from the garage to the sure that the donated food does a lesser or different incident manor was slightly open on not have an expired date. tra Costa County Health De- description. If the case war- Nov. 19 and 20. There were The Food Bank partment. rants it, the News will do a no signs of forced entry to The Food Bank of Contra The Food Assistance Pro- follow-up story. the manor. Costa and Solano is an effi- gram gives fresh produce, cient organization – 96 cents bread and USDA commodities of every dollar donated goes every month to individuals at towards food distribution. The several sites. Food Bank has a staff of 70 Food for Children is a pro- Sustainable Rossmoor employees at warehouses in gram for children, ages 4 and Concord and Fairfield. Addi- 5, who receive free food every hosts talk on solar panels tionally, the Food Bank relies month at nine sites. The School Pantry Program California Energy Commissioner David Hochschild will on volunteers, who on average offers shelf-stable food items speak to Rossmoor residents on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. in the work an equivalent of more to high schools and middle Club Room at Creekside. Sustainable Rossmoor is sponsoring than 80 full-time employees. schools where 50 percent or the event. The Food Bank has several more of the students receive Gov. Jerry Brown appointed Hochschild in February 2013. He different kinds of programs to free or reduced-price lunch. fills the environmental position on the five-member commission. help the hungry in two coun- The Senior Food Program The commissioner’s career has spanned public service, envi- ties. The Community Pro- helps low-income senior cit- ronmental advocacy and the private sector. He first got involved duce Program has refrigerated izens receive free groceries in solar energy in 2001 while serving as special assistant to then- trucks customized for the ex- Food Drive volunteer Marc twice a month. San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown. In that role, he launched a clusive purpose of distributing Hamaji, left, picks up a bag The Food Bank partners $100-million initiative to put solar panels on public buildings. fresh produce to communities from Barbara Crane on Food with over 180 area nonprofits He went on to co-found Vote Solar Initiative, a 60,000-mem- in need. Clients are able to pick Drive day at Gateway last like emergency food pantries, ber advocacy group promoting solar at the local, state and fed- up an average of 20 pounds of Monday. community kitchens and group eral levels. He also served as executive director of a national produce twice per month. homes to distribute food to more consortium of leading solar manufacturers. The Extra Helpings pro- For information about the people in need throughout Con- For his work to advance clean energy, Hochschild was award- gram offers supplemental food Rossmoor Food Drive, call El- tra Costa and Solano counties. ed the Sierra Club’s Trailblazer Award. He has also won awards for clients referred by the Con- eanore McGrath at 937-5261. from the American Lung Association and Department of Ener- gy. He holds degrees from Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania NCJW collects gift items for teens and Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. The National Council of Jewish Women Cash is always welcome and will be given A second speaker at the event is Carter Levin, who is mem- (NCJW) is collecting gifts for teens through to Shelter, Inc. to purchase items for the teens. bership coordinator of the California Solar Energy Industries Shelter, Inc. Shelter, Inc.’s work encompasses three main Association. He has more than eight years of experience in every On Monday, Dec. 5, and Wednesday, Dec. 7, goals: to prevent homelessness; to end the cycle aspect of the solar market. a representative from NCJW will be in front of of homelessness from generation to generation; Both speakers will address California’s Million Solar Roofs Gateway between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., collecting and to provide affordable housing and train- Initiative, the Solar Rights Act, and federal and state incentives items appropriate for teens, both boys and girls. ing. For information on Shelter, Inc., visit www. for residential solar systems. The mission of Shelter, Inc. is to prevent and shelterinc.org. The event is free and all are welcome. end homelessness for low-income residents of NCJW is the oldest major Jewish wom- For information, email Jim Ware at [email protected]. Contra Costa County by providing resources en’s organization in the United States. It was that lead to self-sufficiency. founded in 1893 and is a volunteer organiza- Suggested gifts for the teens, who are with- tion. Through programs of research, education, The Rossmoor News offers a free obituary up out homes this holiday season, include T-shirts, advocacy and community service, the groups to 120 words. For information on how to place pajamas, socks, lip gloss and makeup sets, gift works to improve the quality of life for all wom- a free or a paid obituary, call 988-7800. cards, movie tickets, jewelry and sports equip- en, children and families and ensure individual ment. All items must be new. rights and freedoms for all. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 15A Residents Forum

The previous board did not violate the law, because idents would be a step in the right direction. Who RESIDENTS FORUM GUIDELINES CC&Rs are not the only “governing document.” knows what solutions we might find if we at least Letters must be about 250 words. Davis-Stirling defines a governing document to in- begin to look for them. Letters are subject to verification and editing clude “operating rules.” There is no need to revise Michael Budnik Letters are strictly the opinion of the letter writer. CC&Rs in order to set a less restrictive approval Terra California Drive The Rossmoor News accepts letters for publication requirement. in complete or abridged form at the discretion of the Jennifer Mu managing editor and in accordance with common edi- Saklan Indian Drive PEDESTRIAN SAFETY torial policies. Headings of letters are written by the managing editor. Intelligent, physically competent, law-abiding • Letters must be signed or emailed to DOES NOT WANT TO PAY FOR drivers are the most important guarantors of pe- [email protected]. Emailed letters are preferred. OTHERS’ PHONE SERVICE destrian safety. Pedestrians can help themselves, • Letters must be accompanied by full name, address too, by crossing at crosswalks, especially at busy and phone number for verification. For seven years every month my coupon paid $30 intersections, and making sure that they are visible. • Letters must be germane to the activities and affairs for Comcast TV. I rarely watch it. Now my coupon Now that hours of daylight are shorter, it’s par- of Rossmoor. will rise to $55 a month so that others may watch ticularly important that walkers wear outer clothes • Letters should be about 250 words or less. “preferred” channels and save money on their TV that are light in color or have a reflective area. Espe- charges. cially from behind, someone wearing a dark jacket, • Open letters addressed to anyone other than the jeans, and dark hat or hood (this is the Rossmoor editor will not be published. An eight-year study published in Journal of the American Heart Association found that those winter uniform) is almost invisible to drivers. • Letters’ content cannot include phone numbers, full Rossmoor’s Public Safety Department could also addresses, email addresses or website addresses. watching TV three hours a day may be twice as likely to die prematurely than those who watch an make a simple improvement to the orange safety • Letters are edited for clarity at the discretion of the hour or less (Blaszczak-Boxe, CBS News, June 25, flags available at the busiest intersection. Add to editor. 2014). these flags a stripe of reflective tape. It could make • Letters announcing an event with a date, time and Residents may also want me to pay for their all the difference to someone out and about on foot location will not be printed. phone service, raising my $25 increase by another at dusk or after dark. • Letters sent by email are confirmed by an emailed $20. I would receive no value for my $540 per year. Jane Viator reply. If you have not received a confirmation, Will you buy all the books for me that I wish to Skycrest Drive contact the News by phone, 988-7800, or in person read? Will you buy me the wireless phone service to verify your submission. I prefer? Better still, I’ll just deduct this from your • The normal deadline for letters is Friday at 10 a.m. monthly income, against your will. I do donate to Early deadlines due to holidays are announced in charity, but this is not one I wish to support. THANKFUL FOR the News. Other services give you a landline in an emer- WATER EXERCISE gency (Comcast does not,) or the same VOIP at I am particularly thankful this year for Julie and much lower prices. Some of us did not budget for Becky whose water exercise classes I have been at- FRUSTRATING HOW paying for the phone service of others. Perhaps the tending in Del Valle pool. The routines they guide MUTUAL HANDLES SOLAR Rossmoor Fund will give those of us whose month- us through are challenging and fun and good for POLICY REVISION ly fees will rise rather than fall, this $540 per year, our muscles. They smile and laugh and gently en- since other residents will be saving up to thousands courage participants to do what works for each in- I find it both amusing and frustrating how the at our expense. For implementation of the phone dividual. Third Mutual handles its solar policy revision. increase, any vote taken in a Mutual should have to I am also thankful for the staff who keeps the On Nov. 14, the board voted again to table adop- be unanimous. locker room so beautifully clean and the Aquatics tion of the proposed solar policy, ignoring its pres- Marsha Young Advisory Committee that arranges the programs. I ident’s repeated reminder that 67 percent voter ap- Ptarmigan Drive hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving. proval “is current policy.” Of course, anyone who Ruth Ahearn has read current Policy 61 knows that it doesn’t Golden Rain Road require a project-wide vote, let alone a 67 percent BACKHOES ARE BACK AGAIN super majority approval. It’s the policy under which many solar panels have been installed in Third Mu- The backhoes are invading Project 40 in Third tual in recent years, including those for one board Mutual again. Third Mutual President Gery Yearout GREAT COLUMN member’s home. has apparently decided that she didn’t like the pris- Kudos to Mary Jean Odmark for her “As You If board members believe that 67 percent voter tine meadow on Terra California Drive and it is Write It” column (Nov. 16) on improper use of approval is current policy, then why vote to post- gone. I don’t know what she is going to replace it spelling and grammar. Great article. Let us have pone adoption of the proposed revision? If they with, but I’m guessing that we will be another of more of them. don’t believe its current policy, then why insist on those modern gulag creations that the Third Mutual Carol Stockbridge applying it to pending applications? is so fond of, you know, an archipelago of plants Ptarmigan Drive The board president has made it very clear that that never bloom embedded in a sea of woodchips. state law requiring 67 percent voter approval has Last week’s annual Project 40 meeting would been on the books since 2006. No disagreement have been a perfect opportunity for Gery to share To contact the GRF Board here. What we disagree with is how the law should her landscaping vision with us, and possibly even to be interpreted. solicit our feedback. She chose not to do so. Residents who would like to contact the GRF Current policy 61 was adopted in 2012, six years Yes, draught and climate change are real, but Board can do so in the following ways: after the law was enacted. Why doesn’t it require a 67 woodchips are not the only solution. We should be • E-mail:[email protected] percent project-wide approval? Was it an oversight? investigating alternative sources of grey water for • Mail: GRF Board, P.O. Box 2070, Walnut Creek, Or was it simply a different interpretation of the landscaping. We should be investigating drought-tol- CA 94595 2006 law by requiring only acceptance of “affected erant plants that will thrive in our thermal garden- • Message phone: 988-7710 neighbors”? Isn’t it a more “reasonable” restriction? ing zones. Soliciting the ideas and expertise of res- • Drop-off: Board Office at Gateway

Today’s Word United Neighbors of Rossmoor helps residents make connections By Roger Hadlich Rossmoor residents who are interested in meeting ple to meet in Rossmoor, but it can be overwhelming This series selects and presents English new people, making connections and having fun are to navigate. Residents new to Rossmoor or looking words that are both interesting and useful. Since invited to join the Recreation Department’s United to make new connections are invited to attend the a word’s provenance often enriches one’s un- Neighbors of Rossmoor group. meetings and be assigned to a group of residents. derstanding and enjoyment, each word will be United Neighbors of Rossmoor will hold a third Residents who are more familiar with Rossmoor accompanied by its etymology. To offer input on meeting on Monday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon in are encouraged to mentor fellow Rossmoor residents the word, email Hadlich at rlhadlich@yahoo. the Fireside Room at Gateway Clubhouse. Monthly by attending different activities with them and also com. meetings are held when residents meet their groups attending the monthly meetings. and decide on which activities to attend. Each month- Mentors, residents new to Rossmoor and residents ALACRITY [uh-LAE-kri-tee] “promptness in ly meeting features an activity. This month’s activity wanting to make new connections will arrange to response”; cheerful readiness < L. alacer, “ready, will consist of getting in the holiday spirit by making attend four different activities in a month. eager” Example: “Your gardener certainly does holiday greeting cards and snacking on cookies, hot The program is free. Residents interested in at- his work with alacrity.” cocoa and coffee. tending should call Elena Ybarra in the Recreation There are a multitude of activities to do and peo- Department at 988-7703. 16A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Columns & Opinions

Here are some of his egregious comments: “Our Waste (CAGW) annual Pig Book. To be recognized epublican borders have overflowed with illegal immigrants by the CAGW is not a badge of honor as it lists con- R placing tremendous burdens on our criminal justice gressmen that enjoy a penchant for fiscal irresponsi- system, schools and social programs; Our federal bility. Reid made the Pig Book multiple times. Perspective wallet is stretched to the limit by illegal aliens get- Reid’s belligerence continued when he champi- ting welfare, food stamps, medical care and other oned a Senate rule change for the confirmation of benefits, often without paying taxes; safeguards like judges. But before becoming majority leader, when A Lack of Civility welfare and free medical care are in place to boost Democrats were filibustering George Bush’s judicial Americans in need of short-term assistance. These appointees, Reid had a different viewpoint: “The fili- “When they go low, we go high.” programs were not meant to entice freeloaders and buster is not a scheme, and it certainly isn’t new. The – Michelle Obama scam artists from around the world.” filibuster is far from a procedural gimmick. It’s part By Ed Manning of the fabric of this institution we call the Senate.” enate Minority Leader Har- Reid often made the Citizens He went on: “To change the rules in the Senate can’t ry Reid will be retiring at be done by a simple majority. It can only be done if the end of this Congressio- Against Government Waste there is extended debate by 67 votes.” Snal session. One can only hope (CAGW) annual Pig Book. To But the false narrative of Reid changed when Re- that his replacement, New York’s publicans were filibustering Obama’s judicial ap- Chuck Schumer, will restore be recognized by the CAGW pointments. Now he advocated the “nuclear option,” some civility to a well-respected is not a badge of honor as where only a simple majority would be needed to position. The former boxer, Reid has delivered many it lists congressmen that confirm all nominees other than Supreme Court jus- pugnacious speeches against Republicans and con- tices. This would significantly diminish the power servatives from the Senate floor. enjoy a penchant for fiscal of the minority party, and would give the president Reid on President-elect Donald Trump: “The irresponsibility. Reid made the virtually unchecked authority to appoint whomever election of Donald Trump has emboldened the he wished to various political and judicial posts. forces of hate and bigotry in America. White na- Pig Book multiple times. In 2013, Reid called for a Senate vote on the nu- tionalists, Vladimir Putin and ISIS are celebrating clear option. Fifty-two senators, all Democrats and Donald Trump’s victory, while innocent, law-abid- When it came to birthright citizenship, Reid of- Independents, voted in favor of the rules change, ing Americans are wracked with fear – especially fered: “If making it easy to be an illegal alien isn’t which thus became the new Senate policy. Reid made African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Muslim enough, how about offering a reward for being an it known that if Democrats won the presidency and Americans, LGBT Americans and Asian Americans. illegal immigrant? No sane country would do that, Senate in 2016, the nuclear option might be invoked Watching white nationalists celebrate while innocent right? Guess again. If you break our laws by entering for Supreme Court nominees. Americans cry tears of fear does not feel like Amer- this country without permission and give birth to Reid stated, “I really do believe that I have set the ica.” When they go low, we go high. a child, we reward that child with U.S. citizenship Senate so when I leave, we’re going to be able to get Reid often spewed his venom against the Koch and guarantee a full access to all public and social judges done with a majority,” he said. “It’s clear to brothers, some 139 times. He believed their financial services this society provides – and that’s a lot of me that if the Republicans try to filibuster another contributions to political campaigns were evil. On services.” circuit court judge, but especially a Supreme Court the other hand, any money coming from Soros or St- Just after the surge of troops began in Iraq, Reid justice, I’ve told ‘em how and I’ve done it, not just eyer into Democratic coffers was considered manna said at a press conference: “Now, I believe myself … talking about it. I did it in changing the rules of the from heaven. that this war is lost and that the surge is not accom- Senate. It’ll have to be done again.” Reid’s lack of principle is most apparent when it plishing anything.” A returning National Guardsman Farewell deplorable Harry Reid. When they go comes to immigration. In the early 1990s, when a with a Purple Heart opined that Senator Reid was low, we go high! Republican congress was trying to pass immigration “Al Qaeda’s most powerful ally.” Ed Manning can be emailed at igolfca@gmail. reform, Reid vehemently opposed. Reid often made the Citizens Against Government com.

president-elect to give more thought to the prob- adding that Trump should not be expected to keep Progressive View lems of the Middle East. all of his campaign promises. Hayden has further Trump has already announced some key cab- said that Pompeo’s remarks described procedures A View of Trump inet appointments in the area of national securi- that are within the law, performed by people who ty. U.S. Representative for Kansas Mike Pompeo did it only reluctantly, not out of enthusiasm, and From Without has been designated to lead the CIA. Former CIA that those procedures produced “good intelligence Director Michael Hayden said he is pleased with for America.” Hayden added that “we should begin By Otto Schnepp Pompeo’s selection to head up the agency. “I actu- with actually detaining people under the laws of lived and taught in Israel ally am aware that the broader intelligence com- armed conflict” before moving on to different tac- for 13 years of my life and tics if that initial approach does not work. I still subscribe to news alerts Throughout his campaign, Trump Egyptian President Sisi met both American can- from Ha’aretz, a leading Israeli didates during United Nations meetings in Sep- newspaper with a liberal-leaning called for harsher interrogation tember and recalled that Trump spoke of cooper- world philosophy. techniques, a position Pompeo ation in regional problems while Hillary Clinton It is therefore natural and of talked about freedoms and lawful processes in great interest to me to report on Israel’s reaction to supports. Pompeo claims that Egypt. Sisi was impressed with Trump’s approach president-elect Donald Trump’s triumph in the recent the unlawful interrogation and expected closer ties with America under the United States presidential election. Trump presidency. Not unlike the United States, Israel is a divid- torture technique known as The most controversial appointment made by ed country with distinct liberal and conservative waterboarding is in fact in line Trump so far is former business executive and cam- viewpoints. After the recent elections and the vic- with both the law and the United paign manager, Steve Bannon. He was executive tory of Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin chairman of the ultra-right-wing media organiza- Netanyahu, known by his nickname Bibi, was de- States Constitution. tion Breitbart News, and has come under intense lighted to at last be free of President Obama. Out- criticism for his alleged anti-Semitic remarks. going President Obama consistently criticized Is- munity was heartened by that pick,” Hayden said in Breitbart News is widely perceived as an extrem- rael’s continued expansion into occupied Palestin- an interview with ABC Global Affairs Correspon- ist fringe group popular with white supremacists. ian territories, especially settlements in the West dent Martha Raddatz on “This Week with George In his defense, he has stated that he is an econom- Bank, so-called because of its location relative to Stephanopoulos.” Pompeo is, however, expected ic, rather than an ethnic, nationalist. Similar con- the Jordan River. to advocate rolling back what he calls the “disas- servative extremists in Israel welcomed Trump’s Here at home the so-called “alt-right,” an ul- trous” Iran nuclear agreement. A Republican hawk, victory and his appointment of Bannon with extra-conservative extremist fringe group associated he has warned that Iran is “intent on destroying clamations of “Heil Bannnon.” Bannon has been with white supremacists, welcomed Trump’s victo- America” and has castigated Obama for enabling appointed chief strategist in the incoming Trump ry with the frightening salutation “Heil Victory,” a Iran’s ayatollahs to “expand their power.” administration. Nazi phrase that raises the specter of genocide and Throughout his campaign, Trump called for The Union of Reform Judaism, the largest orga- extreme nationalism during World War II. harsher interrogation techniques, a position nization of American Jews, routinely speaks out Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi ex- Pompeo supports. against hate rhetoric and the vilification of any pressed the opinion that it is too early to judge Pompeo claims that the unlawful interrogation single group. Liberal Jewish groups have appealed Trump. torture technique known as waterboarding is in to Trump to both condemn anti-Semitism and to He called for patience, adding that we should all fact in line with both the law and the United States “dump Bannon.” As of this writing, there has been refrain from jumping to premature conclusions. He Constitution. no response from Trump’s transition team. stressed that campaign rhetoric is one thing and The Trump transition team has brought in former Otto Schnepp can be emailed at ottoschnepp@ governing is another; he also said he expects the Secretary of State Henry Kissinger as a consultant, gmail.com. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 17A

There are times when I think the caller isa legiti- their thinking you’re high on drugs. At Wit’s End mate contact, because the area code number is 925. My proposed second approach is more subtle. I have answered some of these 925 calls and discov- Your caller tells you that you’d make millions if ered that the con men/women somehow had found you’d invest in San Diego copper mines. Tell them When the Phone Rings the code number. Recently I responded to a 925 call your back aches, you’ve been to six doctors and none and was asked whether Diane was home. I asked who of them can figure out what’s wrong with you. You By Tom Mader was calling and why he wanted to speak to Diane. might continue this for a while to run up their bill. here’s something missing. The caller then went into a spiel about a special kind Con artists usually are very patient. Recently I contacted the of plan that would save us a lot of money. I said I After you’ve read them the three-page report re- T Federal Trade Commission wasn’t interested and please don’t call again. The garding your back (if you don’t actually have such a about what I consider a nuisance caller wasn’t going to go away without a fight, so he report, you’ll have to create it), ask them if they’d like call from Omaha Steaks. Now the again asked for Diane. I told him where I would like to speak to your wife, who is extremely interested steaks may be perfectly fine, but him to go and helplessly demanded that he not call in copper mines. No doubt they would like to talk the method of advertising them is again. to your wife. Then say, “Just a moment.” Read the annoying. I got a FTC form on the Internet to com- This experience is a good example of what happens newspaper for about 10 minutes and then return to plain. I indicated that the calls were coming from to us when someone is trying to con us. We become the phone. They may have hung up, but if they hav- Omaha Steaks. I was then asked what they were call- crabby; at least I know I do. I become suspicious of en’t, ask them if they’ve spoken to your wife. They’ll ing about. just about anyone who calls and whom I do not rec- tell you no, then say “Just a moment.” Wait about 15 At this point, I felt a bit dazed. First, I assume ognize. A few times this has been embarrassing. I’ve or 20 minutes and return to the phone. Just say “Hel- Omaha Steaks was calling to sell steaks; they weren’t responded to a number of 925 calls and demanded lo.” The con artist might have given up. If not, he’ll calling to sell me insurance. Second, I’ve read that I to know who was calling and then discovered it was ask where your wife is. Say you forgot, she’s in Ha- shouldn’t answer the phone when I don’t recognize someone Diane knows very well. This necessitates an waii, but she’ll be home shortly. At this point, they the caller’s phone number. If it’s a nuisance caller, apology and an explanation as to why I am such an un- should be ready to call the police and complain about the caller learns there is a victim and that means pleasant individual. Fortunately, such callers are very your wasting their time. If not, ask whoever calls they’ll continue calling. So if I don’t answer the understanding–they also are subject to nuisance calls. for his name and phone number, so your wife can phone, it’s impossible to know what they’re calling It’s probably overdoing it to propose that these return his call when she returns from Singapore (or about–unless it’s Omaha Steaks. (I emphasize I have pests be sent to prison for more than a few years. It Hawaii – you’re not sure). That should do it. ( Note: nothing against Omaha’s product; I just don’t like might be enough to insist that, once they’re identified I’ve identified the caller as male, because I don’t like their advertising approach.) as invading people’s privacy, they not be allowed to the phrase “he or she.” In addition, I believe most con Fairly often I get a call from Livermore. I don’t own a phone, given their obsessive need to contact artists are male. Just kidding. . . .) answer the phone. I don’t have any idea what they’re people they don’t know. That might be worse than Perhaps I’ve gone overboard about these annoying calling about, so the next time they call I’m going solitary confinement. calls, but you can probably understand why I respond to contact the FTC and request they do something However, here are two approaches that may be as I do. But listen – in case you want to call me, and about this annoyance. But I won’t be able to tell the worth trying. If the call seems suspicious, answer the you are someone I don’t know, the best approach is FTC what Livermore is calling about, which makes phone and say, “Walnut Creek Police Department. to begin by announcing who you are and why you’re answering the question about why Livermore called Please give me your name and address and what calling. If it appears that for some reason I am sus- impossible. you’re calling about.” I suspect the caller will hang picious of who you are, I’ll ask you to exhaustively I know that a few people who respond to these pest up before you get through the second sentence. Now explain how you came to know Diane. I’m sure you’ll calls often tell the caller to remove them from their I haven’t checked with the Walnut Creek Police as to understand why I need this information. If by chance list. This does no good; it simply lets the caller know whether this piece of fiction is legal, and I admit that you don’t understand my concern, your best solution there’s someone who responds to calls and therefore asking the Walnut Creek Police if they mind your is to hang up. the calls will continue. identifying yourself as one of them might result in Tom Mader can be emailed at [email protected].

vivors are becoming fewer and fewer, the Kinder- Survivor Manfred Lindenbaum escaped the Nazis s ou rite t transport Association conferenced this month in at age 7 with his brother when his parents placed him A Y W I Los Angeles with the World Federation of Jewish on a ship bound for England. There was no room for A COLUMN FOR CREATIVITY Child Survivors of the Holocaust and Descendants his sister, so she perished along with his parents. A at a conference this month held in Los Angeles. remarkable man, I never saw him at the conference Over 580 survivors and their descendants came without a smile on his face. He uses the image “There Meeting Survivors from around the world to be part of “Generations is no parking space in my brain for that” to banish of the Holocaust together – We will continue to have a voice.” thoughts of people and things that trouble him. He The survivors were all children when the Holo- was invited to celebrate Hanukkah at the White By Linda Waldroup caust took place. They gathered to meet by country House in recognition of his efforts on behalf of ref- y mother, née Doris Goldschmidt, lived with of origin and attended workshops such as “Reviv- ugees around the world. He proudly shared a photo her family in a small town near Frankfort, ing Memories – Coming to Terms with My Past” picturing him and his granddaughter with President M Germany, when the Nazis began their de- and “Our Resilience – Then and Now.” Judy and I Obama and the First Lady Michelle Obama. struction of European Jewry. Unable to leave, her attended for example, “Speaker Training: Best Prac- This was just one of the many incredible stories of parents were able to secure passage for her and her tice Techniques and Strategies for Speaking Publicly survival and resilience we heard at this conference. brother on the Kindertransport. Ten-thousand Jewish about the Holocaust” and for second generation de- Saturday night featured attorney E. Randol Schoen- children were saved from certain death when they scendants “The Ripples of the Holocaust: How the berg who aided Maria Altman to recover the famous boarded trains bound for England. In 1939 she was Holocaust Continues to Affect Our Lives.” Third and looted Klimt paintings from the Austrian govern- 9 when her parents had to forcibly place their cling- fourth generations attended “How Can I Affect the ment (as seen in the movie with Helen Mirren “The ing daughter on the train. She never saw her parents Future as a Grandchild of Survivors?” Woman in Gold”). This followed with a live band and again and lived until she was 17 in an orphanage be- Everyone was very friendly and shared amazing Israeli folk dancing. fore coming to the United States. stories. I met or heard about survivors who managed Judy and I were deeply moved by the feeling of My sister Judy and I as “second generation” at- to survive brutal conditions in concentration camps, sharing the miracle of “living” with all these people tended an international conference of the Kinder- death marches and starvation. I met “hidden chil- grappling with the legacy of the Holocaust. When we transport Association (KTA) in Irvine in 2013 dren” who were rescued by being hidden in attics, left, the crowd had moved onto Latin dancing. where we met other “Kinder” (children rescued by on farms and in convents. It was exhilarating, heart Linda Waldroup can be emailed at lindawal- the Kindertransport) and their descendants. As sur- wrenching and inspiring. [email protected].

Dec. 8: Mutual 59 board...... 11 a.m. ossmoor eetings Board Room, Gateway Dogs are R M Dec. 12: Third Mutual board...... 9 a.m. Board Room, Gateway not allowed BOARD, MUTUAL AND COMMITTEE Dec. 13: Third Mutual Governing Documents...... 3 p.m. in any of MEETING DATES Board Room, Gateway All Golden Rain Foundation, Mutual and committee meetings Dec. 15: GRF Compensation Committee...... 10 a.m. Rossmoor’s listed here are open to Rossmoor residents. Meeting times and Board Room, Gateway locations are subject to change. For information in GRF Board Dec. 15: Mutual 70 board...... 2.p.m. clubhouses and committee meetings, call Senior Manager of Executive Ser- Board Room, Gateway vices Paulette Jones at 988-7711; for information on Third Mu- Dec. 19: Mutual 29 board...... 9:30 a.m. unless they tual meetings, call William Kim at 988-7718; and for informa- Multipurpose Room 3, Gateway are trained tion on all other Mutual meetings, call Anne Paone at 988-7775. Dec. 21: Mutual 48 board...... 2 p.m. Dec. 1: GRF Board ...... 9 a.m. Mutual Operations meeting room special-needs Peacock Hall, Gateway Dec. 23-26: Christmas holiday—all offices closed Dec. 2: Fourth Mutual special meeting...... 11 a.m. Dec. 27: Mutual 68 board...... 1 p.m. pets, such as Fireside Room, Gateway Board Room, Gateway Dec. 6: GRF Policy Committee...... 1:30 p.m. Dec. 27: Third Mutual governing documents...... 3 p.m. guide dogs. Board Room, Gateway Board Room, Gateway 18A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Arts & Leisure Two stand-up comedians perform in Peacock Hall A comedy show featuring Bay Area comedians Milt Abel and Patrick McDermott will be in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. A stand-up comedian with over 20 years of professional experience, Abel has performed everywhere from television to cruise ships, from comedy clubs and college campuses to corporate events ranging in audience size from 20 to 2,000. He’s made numerous television appearances; several performances on An Evening at the Improv and comedy specials for PBS and Showtime; and regularly performs for cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, Holland America and Princess. Abel’s style of stand-up comedy is clean, clever and funny. News photo by Mike DiCarlo With material focusing on everyday experiences about Harmony women’s vocal ensemble with violin soloists Jaclyn Thach and Claire Wu his wife and kids, travels, and how we relate to the world around us, audiences come away feeling good about how they chose to laugh. Abel is a writer as well. He’s written for Harmony presents joyous holiday concert Dennis Miller’s television show and published a collection of humorous short stories. McDermott has performed at Bay Area comedy clubs on evening of Dec. 15 at Event Center such as the San Jose Improv, the San Francisco Punch Line, Harmony, a women’s vocal Jaclyn Thach and Claire Wu meet with the performers for Tommy T’s and Rooster T. Feathers and has performed at ensemble, will present a joyous who are students of James coffee and cookies. private events throughout California. holiday concert on Thursday, Greening-Valenzuela, who Tickets are $10 and may be Tickets for the show are $10 at the Recreation Department Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe will accompany them in a per- purchased at the door, or in at Gateway. This program is sponsored by the Recreation Room at the Event Center. formance of “The Snow” by advance. Tickets will be sold Department and is open to all residents and their guests. Now entering its seventh Edward Elgar. at Creekside from 11 a.m. to year of singing, Harmony is Several versions of this 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. conducted by founder and di- work may be heard on You- 30, as well as Friday, Dec. 2; rector Meriel Ennik. Tube. The work itself is set for Wednesday, Dec. 7; and Fri- Recreation offers class Harmony continues to de- three-part women’s voices, two day, Dec. 9. Tickets may also light audiences with its full, violins and piano. The libretto be purchased in the Redwood rich, blended sound and ex- is by Alice Elgar, wife of the Room at Gateway from 10 a.m. on jewelry repair pressive singing. composer. to noon on Thursday, Dec. 1; A jewelry repair class is offered on Tuesday, Dec. 6, from 10 The program contains a va- The talented young violin Monday, Dec. 5; and Friday, to 11 a.m. in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway. riety of music ranging from students will also be heard Dec. 9. Payment is by cash or The class will be taught by Carmelita Alumkai, a Rossmoor J.S. Bach and his contempo- in performance of the second check only; no charge cards resident, who enjoys designing her own jewelry. She will teach rary George Frederic Handel, movement from Bach’s Double will be accepted. and assist students with repairing broken beaded necklaces and to contemporary composers; Violin Concerto, accompanied For information about Har- bracelets that are strung. from the serious to the light- by pianist Kerry Leyden, who mony or to arrange an audi- This class is sponsored by the Rossmoor Recreation Depart- hearted to the sublime. is the piano accompanist for tion, call Ennik at 287-9550. ment. The class is free but, space is limited and registration is As part of its new youth in this concert. Harmony is a member of the required. To sign up, call Elena Ybarra at 988-7703. music effort, Harmony wel- At the end of the program, Performing Arts Guild of comes high school violinists concert-goers are invited to Rossmoor (PAGR). Christmas concert at Grace John Denver tribute band plays holiday songs on Friday, sponsored by Recreation church on Dec. 11 features Jim Curry and his band will ed to be the 1975 class song natural voice, a tribute to the the Ashmolean Singers perform the favorite holiday and he was awarded a Rotary music of Denver. His looks The Ashmolean Singers will give a Christmas concert on Sun- music of John Denver on Fri- scholarship to study music in and his voice are a pleasant day, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. at nearby Grace Presbyterian Church. day, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. in the college. coincidence that captures the The community is invited to attend this enjoyable way to ring Tahoe Room at the Event Cen- Even at this early stage in true essence of John Denver’s in the holiday season. ter. his life, Curry’s natural voice music. Conducted by Steve Mullins and accompanied by Carolyn A holiday tradition comes resembled that of singer/song- Curry’s heartfelt deliv- Wolf, the Ashmoleans will present a program of favorite Christ- to life in “A Rocky Mountain writer John Denver. Embrac- ery rolls out into the crowd mas classics, as well as several “up-tempo” contemporary songs Christmas” as Curry performs ing the similarities, Curry con- as multi-platinum hits like associated with the winter/holiday season. the music from John Denver’s tinued to sing and specialize in “Rocky Mountain High,” “An- Their musical selections will be a mixture of well-known sec- many Christmas television the songs of John Denver, shar- nie’s Song” and “Calypso” fill ular Christmas tunes along with some traditional devotional specials and Christmas music ing Denver’s positive messages the room. Curry has created carols and songs. collections. of love, humanity and environ- the ultimate tribute experience The 72-voice Ashmolean Singers was founded over 11 years Enjoy memorable melodies mental awareness. and has emerged as the top per- ago by Roger Hadlich, with Musical Director Gordon Addison like “Silver Bells,” “Silent The untimely death of Den- former of John Denver’s music and Joyce Temple. Night” and “O Holy Night,” ver in 1997 was a tragedy that today. He often performs with The Ashmoleans perform both in and around Rossmoor, and along with Denver’s own was felt the world over. Such a John Denver’s former band reach an audience of several thousand each year. They offer both “Christmas for Cowboys,” void in the musical world left members. holiday and spring concerts. Their distinctive cabaret shows fea- “Noel, Christmas Eve,” “As- Denver’s fans demanding that Curry has taken his show ture various musical acts, as well as choral selections, with food penglow” and “The Peace Car- his music survive. on the road to performing and drink served by the famed Ashmolean singing waiters. ol.” CBS television responded arts centers and casinos in the In the spring of 2014, Maestro Addison retired from the podi- In addition, the band will by producing a made for TV United States and Canada as um, relinquishing the baton to Mullins, a gifted choral director play all-time hits like “Rocky movie: “Take Me Home, the well as on cruise ships. and talented trumpet-player. Mountain High,” “Sunshine John Denver Story” in which Tickets for this concert The Ashmolean Singers continue to grow in number and in on My Shoulders” and “Back Curry landed an off-camera are $20 in advance at the the scope of their repertoire, which includes classical selections, Home Again.” role singing as the voice of Recreation Department. Broadway show tunes and favorites from the Great American Curry began his music ca- John Denver. This experience This is an Esses Produc- Songbook. They also perform at the annual Tribute to Veterans reer writing and performing inspired Curry to produce tion and is sponsored by the held at Grace Presbyterian Church. the opening song, “The Time full–length John Denver trib- Recreation Department and A $5 donation will be gratefully accepted at the door. Grace of Your Life” for his senior ute concerts. is open to all residents and Presbyterian Church is located nearby at 2100 Tice Valley Blvd. play. The song was then vot- Curry sings, in his own their guests. For information, call the church office at 935-2100. Consider carpooling or taking the Rossmoor bus to events at the clubhouses to ease traffic congestion and parking. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 19A

Ashmolean Singers present annual Modern Classical CDs holiday concerts on Sunday afternoon Jessica Lee’s Violin Recital: Two shows will be held at Event Center Exquisitely Performed and Resplendently Recorded

“COLORS.” VITALI: Chaconne in G minor; JANACEK: Sonata for Violin and Piano; PROKOF- IEV: Five Melodies; BEETHOVEN: Violin Sonata No. 6; DEBUSSY: “Beau Soir” (arr. Heifetz). Jessica Lee, violin, and Reiko Uchida, piano. Azica Records. ACD-71305, 72:17.

By Robert Moon love) in the violin- It’s rare that I en- ists performance counter a classical that’s moving and disc that sounds as sad – a highlight of beautiful as violinist this disc. Jessica Lee’s debut The final move- solo disc, “Colors.” ments alternate the In this diverse recital lyrically rhapsod- (Vitelli, Janacek, Prokofiev, ic with violent outbursts. Beethoven and Debussy), Of this work, the composer News photo by Mike DiCarlo Lee has chosen works that commented, “I could just Rehearsing for their show on Sunday are Ashmolean Singers, allow her to display her about hear sound of the front row from left, Barry and Donna Brian, Valerie Haak, strengths: flawless intona- steel clashing in my troubled Joan Hughes and Marilyn Hughes, and back row, Lou Hughes tion, a vibrato that is ex- head.” The slow tempo in Director Steve Mullins and Larry Chizmar. traordinary sensitive to the the last movement accentu- emotional range of the mu- ates the emotional contrasts. Rossmoor’s Ashmolean Holidays” and the amusing sic and a sweet tone that is a In 1920, Prokofiev had Singers’ annual holiday con- “Daze of Rossmoor” off book. pleasure to hear. composed Five Songs With- certs will be on Sunday, Dec. Also included will be solos The music ranges from out Words for voice. When he 4, at 2 and 7 p.m. at the Event by Doug Emigh singing “Oh, Baroque to modern, but toured California (Los Ange- Center. Holy Night,” and Steve Mull- there’s nothing here that will les and San Francisco) in De- This year, the Ashmolean ins will play “Jingle Bell Med- upset the ears of classical cember of 1920, he decided Singers’ board of directors, ley” and “What Child Is this?” music lovers. Add a veteran to transcribe these songs for under the direction of Steve Tickets are $10 and can soloist and chamber musi- violin and piano. These vivid Mullins, decided to chal- be obtained from any chorus cian, pianist Reiko Uchida, and colorful tone poems are lenge the group by memoriz- member or at the door. and a lusciously detailed but infused with lyricism, a pre- ing half of the program. The Ashmolean Singers reverberant soundstage, and lude to his later ballet, “Ro- The group will sing, “Cel- are members of the Perform- you have a disc that would meo and Juliet.” Their mys- ebration of Light,” “We Need ing Arts Guild of Rossmoor be the perfect Christmas gift tery and shimmering passion a Little Christmas,” “Happy (PAGR). Soloist Doug Emigh for your favorite classical emerge in Lee and Uchida’s music lover. performances. Lee started playing the Beethoven’s Violin So- violin at age 3 and was fea- nata No. 6, Op. 30, No. 1 is Recreation to host New Year’s Eve cabaret tured in a Life magazine ar- contemplative and beauti- ticle. She entered Juilliard ful–a sharp departure from shows and dance – tickets on sale now at age 14, studied with Rob- much of his oeuvre. Written The year 2017 is rapidly ap- at New York’s Birdland, Lin- feature the Delish Band. The ert Mann and Ida Kafavian, while in Heiligenstadt (out- proaching. The Recreation De- coln Center, Florida’s Broward band performs a wide variety where she received a bache- side of Vienna) in 1902, it partment has planned exciting Center and Yoshi’s in Oakland. of music for dancing in all lor and master’s degree. She was a period of calm inner New Year’s Eve events to be Ryan has recorded and per- styles and tempos from slow won the Grand Prize at the reflection for Beethoven. It’s held conveniently in Rossmoor formed with music legends ballads to West Coast and East 2005 Concert Artists Guild a perfect selection for Lee on Saturday, Dec. 31. such as Toots Thielemans, Coast swing. The band plays International Competition, and Uchida, as the violin Cabaret shows at Clark Terry, Ernie Watts, Ter- sambas, mambos, tangos and was a member of the Jo- and piano are true partners, Event Center ry Gibbs and Jon Hendricks. cha-chas. hannes String Quartet and and the mood is one of se- There will be two cabaret Tolling, an internationally There will be mixers, the Chamber Music Soci- renity, gentility, tenderness shows in the Tahoe Room at renowned violinist and com- snacks and desserts along with ety of Lincoln Center Two and general good spirits. the Event Center. There will poser, is a two-time Grammy a champagne toast at midnight. program. She has toured The rhythmic figure in be an early show at 7 p.m. and award-winner. As a former Residents may bring their own frequently with Musicians the lower piano organizes a second late show at 10:30, nine year member of both Tur- food and beverages to the From Marlboro. the first movement, accom- which will conclude with ring- tle Island Quartet and bassist event. Tables of eight may be Although attributed to panied by the violin’s melo- ing in the New Year. Stanley Clarke’s band, he has reserved upon request when Tommaso Vitali, the Cha- dy above it. Uchida’s clarity “Happy New Year … And spent most of his profession- purchasing tickets. conne in G minor was recom- moves the music forward All That Jazz!” will be a mem- al life touring internationally. Tickets for all New Year’s posed by Ferdinand David and Lee sings sweetly above orable musical evening fea- Since 2007, Tolling has led his Eve events are $20 and are in the mid-19th century and it. The second movement turing recording artist Jackie own group, the Mads Tolling available at the Recreation later by violinists Leopold rondo provides the structure Ryan, two-time Grammy-win- Quartet. Department at Gateway. The Charlier and Leopold Auer. for the integration of violin ning violinist Mads Tolling, Champagne, sparkling ci- Rossmoor Activities Council is Lee infuses a sense of unre- and piano, who repeat each Grammy-nominated pianist der, wine, soda and assorted co-sponsoring the New Year’s strained fantasy and drama other’s melody – and it’s one John R. Burr and Dan Feiszli desserts will be provided in events with the Recreation De- in this theme and variations of relaxed tenderness, inti- on bass. the Donner Room before the partment. that make a compelling be- mately performed here. The Ryan has filled premier ven- shows. Residents may bring The deadline for buying ginning to her recital. final movement alternates ues both here and abroad – in their own food and beverages tickets to any of the events is The Janacek Sonata is violin and piano theme and Asia, Australia and Europe, in- to these events. Tables of eight Monday, Dec. 26, or when the a result of the composer’s variations, ending with a cluding eight years at London’s or 10 may be reserved upon re- events sell out. Payment for all struggle with the form – at- rare burst of virtuosity. famed Ronnie Scott’s Club. quest when purchasing tickets. New Year’s events is by credit tempting several versions Debussy’s “Beau Soir” Ryan has played at festivals, Dance in Fireside Room card, cash or check made out to prior to completing this fi- (arr. Heifetz) is a delicious such as Monterey, Telluride A dance will be held in the Golden Rain Foundation. nal version in 1921. Lee, encore, a reflective and lus- and the Lionel Hampton Jazz the Fireside at Gateway from These events are open to all who speaks Czech, clear- cious conclusion to a recital Festival, and packed concerts 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and will residents and their guests. ly articulates the irregular that’s simply beautiful in its speech patterns that per- choice of repertoire, execu- Lost and found: Lost something? Check pools, Fitness Center or the golf course vades Janacek’s music. The tion and recording. Don’t the Redwood Room between 9 a.m. and 2 will remain at those locations, however. Ask slow movement (Balada) is overlook this CD. p.m., Monday through Friday. Ask one of the staff for help. Valuables (wallets, purses, cell sheer poetry. There’s a sense Robert Moon can be volunteers at the café to open the lost-and- phones, jewelry) are kept in the Recreation of longing (Janacek’s music emailed at moon2780@com- found cabinet. Items left at the swimming Department. often expresses unrequited cast.net. 20A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 RAA exhibit at Creekside Opera Club presents two versions of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ on Monday and Tuesday changes on Monday The Opera Club will finish up the year with The Capulets, looking like police, patrol on A new show of artwork by members of the Rossmoor Art As- ballet – two versions of “Romeo and Juliet” on two-wheeled, electric vehicles in a place that sociation (RAA) will be juried and installed at the Creekside Gal- the screen of Peacock Hall at Gateway. The looks like a city under siege. In this mist and lery on Monday, Dec. 5. Royal Ballet production of Sergei Prokofiev’s darkness, there are no dancers on pointe shoes. Members of the RAA are asked to bring their artwork to the “Romeo and Juliet,” featuring Rudolf Nureyev The characters, in ponytails, wear slacks and Fairway Room at Creekside between 10 and 11:30 a.m. for jury se- and Margot Fonteyn, will be shown on Monday, skirts. lection. Each artist may submit up to three pieces. Paintings from Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. There is no Friar Laurence, no poison for Ro- the current exhibit will be returned to the artists at that time also. Sets are elaborate, costumes superb and meo and no knife for Juliet. The most striking With each show a new and impartial professional artist selects swordplay realistic. With a mixture of gaiety departure is the music. It is not Prokofiev’s fa- work based on artistic quality, creativity and how it meets the and tragedy, John Lanchbery conducts Prokof- miliar score, but a number of selections from criteria of the RAA and Golden Rain Foundation. Bay Area figu- iev’s resplendent score. Kenneth MacMillan has Tchaikovsky: his Fifth Symphony, Sixth Sym- rative artist Toby Tover will select the artwork for the show, which provided delicate and vigorous choreography. phony, the “Capriccio Italien,” the “Tempest runs through the end of March 2017. On Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m., “Juliet and Ro- Fantasy Overture” and the Piano Concerto No. All original painting and drawing media is welcome. No com- meo” by Swedish choreographer Mats Ek will 1 in B-flat Minor. puter-generated images, religious imagery or nudity will be ac- be screened. The unusual title is only the start All Rossmoor residents and their guests are cepted. of the many differences in this new ballet based welcome to attend both screenings. A raffle will Artwork should be between 14- by 18-inches and 30- by on Shakespeare’s play. be held and a small donation to the Opera Club 30-inches. However, one larger work will be selected for display Instead of romantic renaissance balconies will be much appreciated. in the Event Center. and warm Italian colors, this work is set in a For information, call Gene Gordon at 934- The back of each painting must be clearly labeled with the art- cold industrial space with smoke and shadows. 3204. ist’s name, the title of the painting, the medium, the price and a contact phone number or email address. A completed liability release form specific to the Creekside venue must accompany each Democrats’ Book Club members to discuss submission. Forms are available online at www.rossmoorart.com and in Art Studio 1 at Gateway. ‘Strangers in Their Own Land’ by Hochschild Neatly secured wiring is required on all pieces submitted for The Democrats of Rossmoor Rossmoor general meeting on conservative voters see gov- display. (No saw tooth hangers will be accepted.) The artwork Book Club’s next meeting is Thursday, Jan. 26, at 4 p.m. at ernment as an intruder in their should be presented in simple gallery-type framing with neu- Monday, Jan. 2, at 3 p.m. in the Event Center. lives and a threat to their live- tral-colored and proportionately sized mats. Unframed work on Multipurpose Room 3 at Gate- In this book, she examines lihoods. canvas should be finished on all sides to harmonize with the work. way. the lives of conservative den- She finds that while many Refer to exhibit guidelines printed on page 8 of the RAA hand- Attendees will discuss the izens of the Louisiana bayou regret the pollution of wa- book, posted on the Art Studio bulletin board or online at www. question: Who are the work- country who oppose many of ter and air by the big oil and rossmoorart.com. Members bringing in work will agree to return ing-class Donald Trump voters the liberal ideas that she holds chemical plants in their area, promptly at 2 p.m. to pick up pieces that are not selected for the and why do they vote against dear. they see that this is their source exhibit. the party that should represent Hochschild said she wrote of employment and are willing All artists submitting work for display must be members of the their best economic interests? the book to help people real- to tolerate and endure the pol- RAA. Membership applications are available in Art Studio 1 or The club will discuss ize that whatever the “hot-air lution as the price they have to online. “Strangers in Their Own promises” of the political dem- pay for prosperity. Annual dues are $10. Membership checks, payable to the RAA, Land” by Berkeley sociologist, agogue of the moment, there Everyone is welcome to join should be sent to 1001 Golden Rain Road or placed in the RAA Arlie Hochschild. The club are many millions of Amer- in the discussion. It is not nec- mailbox at Gateway. There is no other charge for exhibiting art- is making the announcement icans in secret mourning for essary to be a member of the work. early so members have time to their lost honor, identity and Democrats of Rossmoor to at- For guidance or information, visit the website at www.ross- read the book. livelihood whose needs go un- tend. moorart.com or contact Nancy Meaden at 658-2542 or Shirla Hochschild will also be the addressed by both major par- The book chosen for the Klenk at 945-0802. speaker at the Democrats of ties. February book club is “Our Horchschild finds lives Revolution” by Bernie Sand- ripped apart by stagnant wag- ers. es and/or job loss, loss of home For information about the and disillusionment with the book club, contact Jane Wal- American dream. Dedicated to ter at walterjane4@yahoo. family and community, these com.

Comes to ROSSMOOR with the Opera Club a Christmas Concert December 7, 2016 featuring 5:00 pm Check In Four Professional Singers An Evening of Favorite Songs Dinner with Complimentary Wines Event Center Classics Contemporary Members $55 Nonmembers $65 Carols Reserve by December 2, 2016 Reservations with Checks Sunday, December 4, 7PM Dietlind Goricke 1801 Lacassie Ave. Free Admission 156 Panoramic Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Walnut Creek, CA 94596 a freewill offering will be taken Information: Diane Mauch 925-988-9898 Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 21A 22A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016

Lapidary Club holds holiday Published Writers’ December author party Dec. 9 at Dollar is Joanna Kraus, book launch is Dec. 7 The Lapidary Club holiday dinner will be held on Friday, The Published Writers of and “Remember My Name” Dec. 9, at 5 p.m. at Dollar Clubhouse. The club will serve tri- Rossmoor (PWR) has chosen were both produced off-Broad- tip, roasted chicken and “Theresa’s Famous Ribs.” Each mem- Joanna H. Kraus to be its fea- way. Her latest script, “Me2,” ber attending should bring an accompanying dish to share. tured author for December for is scheduled to tour several Appetizers and drinks will be served from 5 to 5:30. Din- her wide range of work. She is Utah classrooms next spring. ner will begin at 5:30. Those bringing appetizers are asked to an award-winning playwright Kraus received the Charlotte arrive no later than 5. of 18 produced and published Chorpenning Cup and the Dis- This event is usually a festive event that draws a large plays, as well as a number of tinguished Play Award from crowd. There is no charge for club members; the guest fee is picture books for young read- the American Alliance for $5. Sign up in the Lapidary Studio, specifying entrée choice, ers. Theatre and Education. no later than Friday, Dec. 2. Her latest, “Blue Toboggan” Kraus has written an an- The Rossmoor Lapidary and Jewelry Club dues for 2016 is will be launched at a book thology, “Women of Cour- $15 and is payable now. Anyone who joined the club by Nov. 1 signing party on Wednesday, age,” which includes five of or has paid their dues since then is current for the entire 2017. Dec. 7, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. her award-winning plays, as In addition, locker fees are due. Large lockers are $10, in the Vista Room at Hillside well as “Mean To Be Free,” small lockers are $5 and drawers are $10. Please note “dues” Clubhouse. There will be a which traces the escape of two and also indicate locker numbers on the memo line of your brief presentation and refresh- children on the Underground check. (Checks are the preferred method of payment.) New ments. Railroad. Another play, “Re- News photo by Mike DiCarlo members are asked to complete a membership form available The book portrays the loss member My Name: A story of Author Joanna Kraus will hold in the Lapidary Studio. To be a member in good standing, of a child’s best friend and the Survival in Wartime France,” a book signing party for her members must pay dues by Tuesday, Feb. 28. ensuing sympathetic support was a first-prize winner of an latest children’s book, “Blue Payment may be turned in to the supervisor at the Lapidary from his teacher and class. IUPUI National Playwriting Toboggan,” on Wednesday, Studio anytime between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Reservations are requested competition. Dec. 7, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Friday. Payment, in an envelope marked “2017 Dues,” may by Sunday, Dec. 4, by email, She’s also received com- also be dropped off at the Lapidary Club mailbox at Gateway [email protected], or missions to dramatize histo- Carolina Gold Rush and “An- Clubhouse. by phone, 939-3658. ry. Among them are: “Sunday gel in the Night,” which honors Kraus’ plays, “The Ice Wolf” Gold,” about the 1840 North a Polish Catholic teen who protected Jewish refugees during World War II. SERVING ROSSMOOR & WALNUT CREEK SINCE 1994 Her picture book “The Night of Tamales and Roses” was listed in the Bank Street College of Education edition of Best Children’s Books. An- other picture book, “Tall Boy’s Journey” was inspired by her adopted Korean son’s actual adventure. “Christabel and the Amazing Pedal Power Chal- lenge” dramatizes a teen’s fall off a ladder that left her a hope- less paraplegic until she agrees to enter a wacky eight-hour race. Krause has written numerous articles, interviews and reviews for the media. Cur- rently, she is a correspondent for Bay Area News Group and the southern California News Group and is also a member of The Dramatists Guild and SCBWI. She is professor emer- ita of the College at Brockport State University of New York, a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College and she holds a master’s degree from UCLA and a doctorate of education degree Pirouette® Window Shadings from Columbia University. Krause moved from Roch- ester, N.Y. to Rossmoor with her late husband to be closer to Fashionably early. their son. 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Performing Arts Guild December events Ballroom Dance Club The following are the Performing Arts Guild of Rossmoor (PAGR) events for December. Rossmoor organizations that offer entertainment and performances belong to the guild and holds holiday dance present a list of their programming once a month. In addition, the groups have articles in The Rossmoor Ballroom the News with complete details of the programs and how to obtain tickets, if necessary. This Dance Club will hold a hol- month, the International Club, the Ashmolean Singers, the Opera Club, the Shakespeare iday dance on Saturday, Dec. Society, the Dixieland Jazz Club, Harmony and PAGR all have programs open to Rossmoor 19, at the Event Center from residents. For information about the Performing Arts Guild, call Marilyn Sampair at 933-1395 7 to 10 p.m. The Manny Guti- or email [email protected] errez Quartet will play a mix Dec. 1: International Club A Berlin Christmas Night...... 5 p.m. Event Center of fox trot, swing, west coast Schwabenland Duo swing, waltz, rumba, and tan- Dec. 4: Ashmolean Singers Holiday Concert...... 2 and 7 p.m. Event Center go. Dec. 5: Opera Club “Romeo and Juliet” ballet film (Traditional)...... 7 p.m. Peacock Rossmoor residents are welcome to attend with a Dec. 6: Opera Club “Juliet and Romeo” ballet film (Modern)...... 7 p.m. Peacock partner regardless of level of Dec. 7: Opera Club: Gala, Broadway Showtunes...... 5 p.m. Event Center dancing ability. Members and Dec. 14: Dixieland Jazz Club: ...... 7 p.m. Event Center their guests enjoy dancing a Ken Keeler, Devil Mountain Jazz Band wide range of social dance Dec. 15: Harmony: Holiday Concert...... 7 p.m.Event Center styles. Guests are welcome Dec. 20: Harmony: Holiday Program...... 9:30 a.m. Fireside to dance whatever style they Marshall Gordon and Patty At Activities Council enjoy, or just come to watch Uhland enjoy a recent dance. and learn. Dec. 22: PAGR: Messiah Event...... 2 p.m. Event Center Dressy attire is encouraged and a guest partner. For fur- Dec. 27: Shakespeare Society: “Hamlet,” Part 2, film...... 7 p.m. Peacock and admired, but jackets and ther information about mem- ties are not required. During bership or the event, contact the dance, soft drinks and Kay Nitta at 285-3579 or light snacks are served and come to the next dance and attendees are encouraged to inquire at the check-in desk. 30s/40s/50s book group selects titles bring additional beverages of The club holds a dance The 30s/40s/50s Couples Club book groups Both groups will read the same book and club their choice. New members with live music on the third meet monthly and have selected the books to be members are welcome to attend either meeting are welcome to join through- Saturday of every month. On discussed when they meet in January, February with no reservations necessary. For informa- out the year. Monday evenings, the club and March 2017. tion, contact Lynn Eklund at lynneklund@ya- Admission is $10 per cou- sponsors classes for begin- The chosen titles are: “Orphan’s Inheritance” hoo.com or at 683-1461. ple for club members, $20 for ning and intermediate danc- by Aline Ohanesian (January), “The Magic The 30s/40s/50s Couples Club is for couples nonmembers and guests. An- ers. Strings of Frankie Presto” by Mitch Albom born in the decades of the 1930s, 1940s and nual dues are $50 for a couple Call the instructor, Alber- (February) and “The Samurai’s Garden” by 1950s. It is a social club whose purpose is to comprised of a leader and a ta Bagneschi, at 687-5270 for Gail Tsukiyama (March). meet others in the same age group with similar follower, or a single person details and to enroll. The evening group meets on the first Monday interests. at 7 in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway. The For information or to join, contact Member- afternoon group meets on the third Thursday at ship Chairwoman Patty Smith at 949-8325 or Ballroom Dance Club 1 in the Garden Room at Dollar. Jan Widdel at 944-0812. offers workshops on ‘Winter Wonderland Waltz’ Ballroom Dance Club of Rossmoor is sponsoring a two-session workshop called “Winter Wonderland Waltz,” designed with the holidays in mind. The routine will emphasize simple, showy patterns special for the season. Classes will be taught on Mondays, Dec. 5 and Dec. 12, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Club Room at Creekside. Cost for the two classes is $40 per couple. Instructor will be Alberta Bagneschi, who has been teaching ballroom dance in the Bay Area for more than 30 years. Preregistration is required for all students. To register, call Bagneschi at 687-5270. Drama Association plans annual holiday party The Drama Association of Rossmoor (DAOR) will hold its annual holiday party on Thursday, Dec. 15, at 5:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Club members and friends will celebrate a memorable 2016, which featured two major play productions; the inauguration of the popular Naked Stage performances comprised of three well received comedies; numerous engaging academy classes; several entertaining salons and showcases; and a first time venture into an interactive murder mystery dinner party. The evening will commence with wine or sparkling apple cider and hors d’oeuvres. A full-course dinner will be catered by Simple Elegance. The entrée choices are marinated grilled tri-tip, chicken picatta or Portobello mushroom stuffed with wild rice. The menu also includes a green salad, a medley of fresh sau- téed vegetables, penne pasta with garlic and fresh basil and an assortment of freshly baked breads and rolls. A lemon tart rounds out the dessert course. The Drama Association’s own Gay White will entertain the merry-makers with favorite holiday songs such as “Santa Baby” and “Baby It’s Cold Outside.” White will be accompanied by pianist Pawel Walerowski. The cost is $30 per person. Reservation checks, payable to DAOR, may be sent to Sandra Hawkins at 2500 Ptarmigan Drive No. 4 or left in the club’s mailbox at Gateway, attention Sandra Hawkins/holiday party. Be sure to note the entrée choice. Seating is unassigned. Reservations must be received by Thursday, Dec. 1. 24A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Berkeley Rep docent talks RAA holds Unique Critique for to Drama Association artists to get feedback on their work A Berkeley Repertory Theatre docent will give an overview of “946: The Amazing Story of Aldophus Tips” to the Drama Association of Rossmoor. The talk will be on Tuesday, Dec. 13, Event is tomorrow in Art Studio 2 from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Performing Arts Studio (formerly the Las The Rossmoor Art Associa- give them a fresh perspective. two-dimensional artwork for a Trampas Room) at Hillside. tion’s (RAA) monthly Unique Wheeler has been leading group critique. Artists may also The play is adapted by Michael Morpurgo and Emma Rice Critique is an opportunity for group critiques in her private just come to listen and learn. and directed by Rice in association with Kneehigh and Bir- RAA members to get feedback painting classes for more than The cost is $1 to listen, $3 mingham Repertory Theatre. on their work from fellow stu- 10 years and has developed for one piece for critique, and It is a tender new coming-of-age tale that uncovers the secrets dents and local artist and in- techniques to help artists push $5 for two pieces. Payment behind World War II’s D-Day landings. Rice conjures a story of structor, Marcy Wheeler. The their work to the next level. can be made by exact cash or love, war and prejudice that crosses borders both geographical next Unique Critique will be “I see Unique Critique as a by check made out to Marcy and generational. Thursday, Dec. 1, at 6:30 p.m. fun time for artists to get and Wheeler. The play runs from Dec. 2 to Jan. 15 at the Roda Theatre, in Art Studio 2. give help moving ‘stuck’ paint- Attendees must be members 2015 Addison St., Berkeley. For information on the docent pre- Unique Critique is designed ings and to open new doors for of RAA to attend the critique. sentation, call Barbara Vojta at 278-1637. to help participants learn how paintings that seem to have To join, bring a check for $10 to hear and give constructive ‘hit a wall,’” said Wheeler. for annual dues, payable to criticism without losing their “As the group gets acquainted, RAA, and a completed new personal artistic vision. Hear- trust and understanding devel- member form. Forms and a ing what other artists see in a op. And the group can look at calendar of activities are avail- piece of artwork, and getting pieces over time to see how able at www.rossmoorart.com feedback on what may or may they progress.” or in Art Studio 1. not be working, can open an RAA members are invited For information, call artist’s eyes in new ways and to bring in one or two pieces of Wheeler at 787-9159. Tapestry vocal and handbell ensemble performs tonight in Fireside Room Tapestry, the Bay Area’s only combined accompanist, Craig Beattie, will regale the vocal and handbell ensemble, will present audience with his synthesizing talents in “Festive Favorites from Our Filing Cabinet” “Wizards in Winter.” on Wednesday, Nov. 30, at 7 p.m. at the Event Narrator extraordinaire, Rossmoor’s own Center (note change of location from Fireside Gillian McBreen, returns to keep the music Room). moving along. Under the direction of Cindy Krausgrill, Join Tapestry in ushering in the holiday Tapestry will present familiar favorites, such season with music that celebrates the season as “O Come, All Ye Faithful” and “Ding of giving. Dong Merrily on High” as well as some not For information about Tapestry, visit the so familiar such as “Nutcracker Jingles” and website www.tapestryringersandsingers.org. “Patapan Salsa.” This free program is sponsored by the Rec- Bell soloist Carol Smith will entertain with reation Department and is open to all resi- “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” Tapestry’s new dents and their guests. Art Association presents workshop with Carol Tarzier on Jan. 14 and Jan. 15 The Rossmoor Art Associ- glass and the creation of light tised early so that artists have ation (RAA) welcomes artist in a painting. time for preparation. Begin- Carol Tarzier who will present The cost for the workshop ners and seasoned painters are the first workshop of the New is $200. Reservation checks welcome. All oil and acrylic Year on Saturday and Sunday, should be left in the RAA painters, as well as pastel art- Jan. 14 and 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 mailbox at Gateway. ists, are invited to attend this p.m. in the Art Studio at Gate- When the check is received, intensive two-day session. way. suggestions and list of supplies Tarzier is a versatile painter Tarzier will teach painting a needed for the class will be who is well known in the Bay still life, emphasizing surface sent from the artist. Area. She is familiar to many features such as metal and The event is being adver- Rossmoor artists who have studied with her at her gallery in Oakland and at City College in San Francisco. Currently, % she teaches at the Academy of 50 off Art University in San Francis- any service on initial visit co. (includes cuts & style, chemical Her oil paintings can be services and perms) seen on her website, www.tar- Offer expires Dec. 31, 2016 zier.com. Besides oil painting, Tarzier 100 Crescent Drive, Suite D • Pleasant Hill, CA 94553 does figurative work in bronze 925.691.7687 and pastel drawings on paper. http://school.paulmitchell.edu/east-bay-ca • [email protected] Her solo exhibitions in Cali- fornia and Nevada date back a decade and have earned her numerous awards. The RAA features workshops twice a year. The cost for the Tarzier workshop may be prohibitive for some members, but if this workshop were offered outside Rossmoor, it would cost more. For information, contact Cecelia Wambach, program chairwoman, at ccwamba@yahoo.com or at 482-0812. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 25A Opera Club sets annual gala dinner Center REP will stage Next Wednesday’s event includes concert ‘A Christmas Carol’ at The Opera Club of Gateway. Be sure to note the from baroque opera to mod- Lesher Center for the Arts Rossmoor will have its pop- entrée choice on the check. ern musical theater. Praised Center Repertory Company presents the holiday favorite, “A ular annual gala dinner and Reservations are required for his versatility and his Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. concert on Wednesday, Dec. and must be received by Fri- sweet voice somewhere be- Performances are Thursday, Dec. 8, through Sunday, Dec. 7, in the Tahoe Room at the day, Dec. 2. tween a Broadway tenor 18, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Event Center. Doors for the The program includes and an operatic lyric tenor, Creek. event open at 5 p.m., dinner music by Rodgers and Ham- Faustine has recently per- Michael Ray Wisely is Ebenezer Scrooge. The production is begins at 5:45 and the con- merstein, George Gershwin, formed the roles of Seymour brimming with music and dance, love and laughter, spectacular cert starts at 7:15. Meredith Wilson, Lerner Krelborn in “Little Shop of special effects and scary ghosts. Join the thousands who make This year’s event, “Broad- and Loewe, Cole Porter and Horrors” with Ray of Light this theatrical event part of their annual holiday traditions. way Comes to Rossmoor,” Claude-Michel Schoenberg Theatre and Curly McLain For information, go to CenterREP.org. celebrates a truly American – a broad and representa- in “Oklahoma” with Broad- Ticket prices range from $27 to $49. Call 943-7469 or go to contribution to the world of tive sampling of some of the way by the Bay. lesherartcenter.org. musical theater. greatest songs ever written Kimberley Cohan, a Bay Although its roots lie for the musical theater. Area native, is a soprano, in opera and operetta, the The festive event features actor and arts administrator. Friends of WC Library hold Broadway show has spread gifted performers. Recent performance cred- in popularity around the Jacob Botha has worked its include “ReproRights” world, both reflecting and in theater in South Africa, (Betsy) with 3Girls The- book sale this Saturday defining the social, political Asia, Europe and the Unit- atre Company, “Forking!” The Friends of the Walnut Creek Library’s book sale is the and esthetic issues that are ed Kingdom for the last 16 (Chastity) with PianoFight; perfect place to pick up great books for the holidays. The sale will part and parcel of American years. Among his favorite “Death Takes a Holiday” be on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the downtown consciousness. roles are Anatoly in “Chess,” (Sophia) with Tabard The- Walnut Creek Library’s Oak View Room at 1644 N. Broadway. The entrée is a choice of Joe Cable in “South Pacific,” atre Company; “She Loves Following a short break from 2 to 2:30, a grocery bag of books filet of salmon with gorgon- Lumiere in “Beauty and the Me” (Amalia) with Foothill will cost $5. zola cream sauce and cheese Beast,” Cat in “Honk!” and Music Theatre; and “The All proceeds from the book sale are used for the library collec- raviolis; pork tenderloin in Cinderella’s Prince in “Into Mountebanks” (Minestra). tion and children’s programs. a port wine cream sauce the Woods.” Pianist Joan Cifarelli Friends of the Walnut Creek Library members are invited to a with cheese spinach ravioli; Jennifer Mitchell, a Bay serves as accompanist. She special pre-sale on Friday, Dec. 2, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. This pre- or gluten-free fusilli pasta Area native, is an active per- was born in Pusan, Korea, sale is exclusively for Friends members. with carrots, zucchini, arti- former in both opera and and has resided in the Bay Nonmembers may join at the pre-sale. For information on chokes and olives in a fresh musical theatre. Her operatic Area most of her life. Classi- membership levels, go to http://www.wclibraryfriends.org/join. tomato sauce. The meal also credits include “Le nozze di cally trained from age 7, she html. includes a salad of organ- Figaro” (Barbarina) at Opera started playing jazz piano ic mixed baby greens and a San José; “La traviata” (An- at age 16. She received her dessert of tiramisu. nina) at Livermore Valley bachelor’s degree in music Women’s barbershop chorus The cost for the gala is Opera, and “Suor Angelica” from California State Uni- $55 for Opera Club mem- (The Novice) at Opera San versity East Bay and went on invites new members to join bers; $65 for all other at- José. to San Francisco State Uni- Rossmoor women’s barbershop chorus, the Grace Notes, in- tendees. Musical theatre credits versity to receive a master’s vites women who like to sing harmony to join in holiday songs at If a group of up to eight include “Oklahoma!” (Lau- degree in classical perfor- rehearsals on Tuesdays, Nov. 29 and Dec. 6, from 9:30 to 11:30 people wants a dedicated ta- rey) at Broadway by the Bay, mance. a.m. at Gateway Multipurpose Room 1. ble, they should send all the “The Most Happy Fella” The Opera Club of Since most all of the holiday songs are familiar, anyone who reservation checks in one en- (Rosabella) and “Fiddler on Rossmoor is a member the likes to sing can join in the melody. Songbooks will be provided velope to Dietlind Goricke, the Roof” (Tzeitel)” at Cin- Performing Arts Guild of and refreshments are available during the break. 156 Panoramic Way, Walnut nabar Theater. Rossmoor (PAGR). For in- Come enjoy the fullness of women singing four-part harmony. Creek, CA 94595. Reserva- Samuel Faustine, a San formation about the club, Some of the singers were affiliated with an international organi- tion checks may also be left Francisco native, performs call Steven Lowe at 300- zation of women who sing four-part barbershop harmony called in the Opera Club mailbox at a variety of genres ranging 3296. the Sweet Adelines. For information, call Dolores Mendenhall at 934-1096.

us Green’s improbable journey. less teen how to sing with a mix of tough love, humor ff the helf Born to a volatile, abusive mother, the grand- and the kind discipline of a surrogate father. At the O S daughter of a slave, an unfaithful, erratic father and edge of expulsion after his freshman year, Green is A BOOK REVIEW the nephew of a criminal uncle who died of AIDS, informed by Brown: “I have told everyone ... that I Green spends his childhood in a trailer park, low-in- am going to get you where you need to be.” come housing and later a bullet-riddled Virginia Bergner learns through research into the develop- Dreaming the Met shack across the street from drug dealers. At age 12, ment of an opera singer’s vocal range that “big voices Car c’est la fete du courage following a violent fight in which he pulls a knife on take longer to cook.” Voice teachers from Green’s un- C’est la fete des gen de Coeur! . . . his mother, Green is com- dergraduate years at the University of Hartford Con- It is the celebration of those who have courage mitted to the DeJarnette servatory through the Lindemann Program at the Met- It is the celebration of heart! . . . juvenile detention facility ropolitan Opera debate the basics: Is Green a bass, a – Chorus from “Carmen” and placed in solitary con- bass-baritone, a dramatic baritone or a lyric baritone? finement. Brian Zeger, director of the Met’s training pro- By Dale Ann Westbrook Desperate for a new life gram, describes Green’s voice: “It’s a large voice, n 2002, a field trip to New York’s Lincoln Center upon release from deten- yes – and the sound of the voice alone is a gift. But with his classmates from the Governor’s School tion, Green lives half time the length is remarkable … it’s one of the things we I for the Arts in Norfolk, Va., changes the course of with his white classmate’s dream about … sometimes with low voices the range 15-year old Ryan Speedo Green’s life. educated, stable and lov- is restricted … but Ryan with his strong bottom and Transported by the toreador’s aria in “Carmen,” ing family, joins the Latin … his climactic top …, he could be a shape-shifter.” Green knew instantly “I wanted that feeling. Some club and at age 14 accepts Clearly, vocal gifts are Green’s charmed founda- of it was all the masculinity in the song and some of his football coach’s sug- tion. However, his unrelenting drive to “cook” that it was the ovation, but it was also about the language, gestion to enter the school big voice, to master French, Italian and German with how he bridged the gap of language, between me and chorus for easy credits. nuanced pronunciation and as Bergner so aptly ex- him in the music. He made me understand.” Alan Fischer, chairman of the vocal music depart- presses it – propel the self from within through sound Backstage after the performance, Denyce Graves, ment at Governor’s School for the Arts, recalls the and put it into the world – that is the passionate heart the African-American mezzo playing Carmen singles day eighth-grader Green, unable to read music, passes of “Sing For Your Life.” out Green, one of the few black students from Gov- their audition: “It was an extreme case of serendipity In Bergner’s compelling against-all-odds narra- ernor’s, and gives him a hug. Later that night, Green ... if you want to talk about luck or the forces of the tive, Ryan Green’s personality and “voice” are richly confides to his singing coach, Mr. Brown: “I’m going cosmos lining up, it couldn’t have been more so than drawn, yet I found myself disappointed by the ab- to sing at the Met.” in his case. ... he was fortunate to come from where sence of photographs in “Sing For Your Life.” In Peo- In “Sing For your Life: A Story of Race, Music and he came from ... and we needed boys in the opera pro- ple magazine’s Oct. 17, 2016 issue, it was a pleasure Family” (A Lee Boudreaux Book/ Little Brown and gram ... but there was nothing remarkable about Ry- to see pictures of Ryan Green performing in “Turan- Company, 2016, 311 pages), Daniel Bergner, writer an’s voice ... he could carry a tune – that was it ... ” dot” at the Met in 2012 and at his wedding with his for the New York Times Magazine, weaves revealing At Governor’s, providence brings Green his ide- wife, Irene, in Vienna, Austria, where he now lives. interviews with Green, his family and mentors into a al voice teacher in Robert Brown, an impeccably Dale Ann Westbrook can be emailed at dale.west- fascinating exploration of the world of opera to show groomed, 6’5” black, gay man who teaches the clue- [email protected]. 26A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Live from the Library! Movies presents Cheryl Dumesnil and Kim Addonizio Dec. 7 Light for Others Catholic Group shows Live! from the Library presents prolific East Bay writers ‘Mary of Nazareth’ Saturday at Peacock Cheryl Dumesnil and Kim Addonizio on Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Walnut Creek Library, 1644 N. Light for Others Catholic vividly capturing the essence woman of a full and total ‘here Broadway. They will read selections from their new books. Group will show the movie of Mary’s profound faith in I am’ to the Divine Will. In her The evening discussion begins with a wine reception, “Mary of Nazareth” on Satur- God. The movie underscores ‘yes,’ even when faced with the and concludes with book sales and signings. day, Dec. 3, from 9:30 a.m. to her special role in God’s plan loss of her Son, we find com- Dumesnil is the author of two poetry collections. Her noon at Peacock Hall at Gate- for mankind’s redemption, plete and profound beatitude.” just-published “Showtime at the Ministry of Lost Causes” way. her unique relationship with Light for Others Catholic is a powerful collection of “survival songs,” those tunes “Mary of Nazareth” is an Christ, and the suffering she Group’s mission is to bring people whistle to keep fears at bay and spirits awake. She epic film on the life of Mary, endured in union with his pas- light to others, to deepen their writes of odes to October, air guitar, Pink Floyd and drag mother of Christ, from her sion and death, as well as her Catholic faith and to integrate queens – even a memoir on tampons. childhood through the resur- joy at his resurrection. what they learn into their daily She is also the author of “In Praise of Falling” and win- rection of Jesus. After viewing this mov- lives and relationships. ner of the Agnes Lynch Starrett Prize. A freelance editor, Actress Alissa Jung gives a ie, Pope Benedict XVI said, For information, call Nel writer and writing coach, she is a regular contributor to the compelling portrayal of Mary, “Mary of Nazareth is the Aguas at 984-5552. Huffington Post and ESME.com. Addonizio is the author of 12 books. Her latest, a collection of poems titled, “Mortal Trash,” is described as a MEICOR presents ‘Gentleman’s Agreement’ brash, irreverent look at the physical and emotional refuse produced in our self-absorbed culture. next Wednesday afternoon at Peacock She also recently released her laugh-out-loud memoir, “Bukowsi in a Sundress: Confessions from a Writing Life,” Middle East Information Council of The 1947 film was the winner of the Acad- which reflects on writing, drinking, dating and more. Rossmoor (MEICOR) presents the Oscar-win- emy Award for best picture, best director and This free program is part of the Walnut Creek Library ning drama “Gentleman’s Agreement” on best supporting actress. The political nature of Foundation’s popular Live! from the Library series. Ad- Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 4 p.m. in Peacock Hall. the film, however, upset the House Un-Ameri- vance reservations are recommended and can be made on- Based on the book with the same title, the can Activities Committee who called producer line at www.wclibrary.org/live/. film explores the theme of anti-Semitism. Zanuck, director Elia Kazan, and various cast Live! from the Library features free public lectures, lit- Producer Darryl Zanuck decided to make the members to testify before the committee. erary events and cultural programs at the Walnut Creek film after being refused membership in the Los MEICOR presentations are free and open Library. For information about Walnut Creek Library Foun- Angeles Country Club, because it was assumed to all Rossmoor residents and their guests who dation programs, visit www.wclibrary.org or call 935-5395. incorrectly that he was Jewish. want to learn about the history, challenges and Gregory Peck stars as a journalist who poses current events in Israel and the Middle East. as a Jewish man to research an exposé on an- For information or to learn about opportu- ti-Semitism in New York City and in the afflu- nities to assist, call Karolyn Rim-Stein at 707- Round Dance Club ent community of Darien, Connecticut. 845-9888. now has a new name The Rossmoor Round Dance is not. It is social dancing done Opera Club airs ‘L’Amour de Loin’ Club has changed its name to to ballroom-style rhythms, for “L’Amour de Loin” (“Love Monica Groop and famed Ca- Tripoli, Lebanon and at sea. the Rossmoor Choreographed example, the waltz, foxtrot, from Afar”), a successful nadian artist from the New There are three characters Ballroom Dance Club. swing and cha cha. contemporary opera by the York Metropolitan Opera, and both a male and a fe- The reason for the change is The club’s approach to ball- Finnish composer Kaija Saa- Gerald Finley. The work is male chorus. The opera has to improve the clarity of com- room-style dancing is that the riaho, will be shown by the sung in French and there will already achieved great pop- munications with the public. dances are all choreographed Opera Club on Wednesday, be English subtitles. ularity in its short history, Club President Jay Rosenthal in advance – it is not freestyle. Nov. 30, at 7 p.m. in Peacock The premiere took place with performances in over 35 estimates that less than one Because the name is rather Hall at Gateway. in August 2000, at the Salz- different theatres throughout percent of the general popu- long, it can be abbreviated as The DVD features a pro- burg Festival in Austria, and the world. lation knows what is meant by Choreographed Dance Club. duction by the Finnish Na- the U.S. premiere followed This showing is free and the term “round dancing.” For information, contact tional Opera, conducted by in July 2002 at Santa Fe, open to all Rossmoor resi- Many people assume that it’s Rosenthal at 943-7173 or by Esa-Pekka Salonen (formerly N.M. The libretto, written dents and their guests. The a type of folk dancing, which it email at [email protected]. with the Los Angeles Philhar- by French-Lebanese author Opera Club is a member of monic). The three roles are Amin Maalouf, is based upon the Performing Arts Guild of sung by Dawn Upshaw, so- writings by the 12th century Rossmoor (PAGR). Lapidary and Ceramic Arts prano (for whom the role was troubadour, Jaufre Rudel, and For information, call Di- studios sell holiday gifts composed), mezzo-soprano is set in Aquitaine, France, ane Mauch at 988-9898. Looking for unique last minute Christmas, Hanukkah or hostess gifts? The Lapidary and Ceramic Arts studios at Gate- way Clubhouse will open late on Thursday, Dec. 8, from 12:30 Sustainable Rossmoor group presents to 4:30 p.m. to showcase artists’ wares. There will be a variety of items available for that special person in your life. ‘Rebels With a Cause’ Dec. 14 at Peacock The Lapidary Studio will feature unique stone, glass and sil- The awe-inspiring Golden Gate Nation- diversions and disappointments – persist in ver pendants, beaded necklaces, earrings and many other jew- al Recreation Area – an open space including their mission for more than 20 years and foster elry items. Beautiful glass plates, dishes and decorative items, 14 national seashores and over 80,000 acres a national movement to preserve open spaces Christmas ornaments as well as wind chimes will also be avail- – is featured in the Sustainable Rossmoor’s and help shape the environmental movement in able. More than 12 artists will be on hand displaying their cre- award-winning film selection for Wednesday, Northern California. ations. Cash and checks are accepted. Dec. 14, at 7 p.m. at Peacock Theater at Gate- This film will be preceded by the short satire The Ceramics Studio will have a wide range of unique ce- way Clubhouse. “Bill Nye’s Global Meltdown.” Bill Nye, the ramic pieces. Some of these are useful as well as beautiful, such Titled “Rebels With a Cause,” it is the story “science guy” with a bow-tie, is helped through as platters, bowls, casseroles, vases and cups. Others are purely of garden clubs, ranchers, farmers, conserva- the five stages of climate change grief by his decorative, including Raku and pit-fired vessels, sculptures and tionists, politicians from both parties, widows therapist, “Dr.” Arnold Schwarzenegger. wall plaques. Several of the artists will be showing their cre- and volunteers working together through com- These two films celebrate the season – a ations in person. Both cash and checks will be accepted. promise and negotiation. Academy Award-win- good time to laugh and be inspired. Don’t miss this great opportunity to shop for remarkable ning actress Frances McDormand narrates this For information, contact Carol Weed, 510- items. For information, contact Carol Lehr, 858-4213. tale about activists who – despite reversals, 409-4055.

Ophthalmologist is guest speaker at Lions Club meeting Recycle used eyeglasses The Rossmoor Lions Club will meet an active member of the American scopic surgery and complications of Residents may recycle on Thursday, Dec. 1, at 11:45 a.m. Society of Retinal Specialists and cataract surgery. eyeglasses they no longer in the Diablo Room at Hillside. The the American Academy of Ophthal- Goldberg’s talk will begin at 12:30 use in receptacles at the speaker is Dr. Roger Goldberg. mology. p.m. and end at 1:15. Guests are wel- clubhouses or the white He is board certified by the Amer- His surgical interests include com- come and may have a $15 lunch ca- mailbox at Gateway. ican Board of Ophthalmology, and is plex retinal detachment repair, endo- tered by Simple Elegance. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 27A Movies And the Oscar goes to ... Vegan Club presents ‘May I Be Frank’ ‘Wall Street’ showing Dec. 6 next Wednesday at Peacock Hall The 1987 drama “Wall (Douglas), an unabashedly Street,” starring Michael greedy Wall Street entrepre- The Vegan Club will present the film “May Frank does return every day and becomes Douglas and Charlie Sheen, neur. Gekko takes Fox under I Be Frank” on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. friends with the staff. On one visit, Frank is will be shown in Peacock Hall his wing, tutoring his charge in Peacock Hall at Gateway Clubhouse. asked by one of the servers, “What is one at Gateway on Tuesday, Dec. in the unscrupulous tactics Fifty-four-year-old Frank Ferrante is a Si- thing you want to do before you die?” He re- 6, at 1 p.m. The showing will that put the corporate raider cilian from Brooklyn now living in San Fran- plies, “I want to fall in love one more time.” feature language captions. on top. cisco. He loves a good laugh, great food and And so Frank is taken on a 42-day jour- Michael Douglas won This film is two hours and also beautiful women. The problem is Frank ney by three guys in their 20s who coach him the Best Actor Oscar for his five minutes long and is rated is morbidly obese, which makes him hugely physically, emotionally and spiritually. He portrayal in this film. Enter- R. This free program is spon- unattractive. “No one will love me,” he cries, is to eat only raw food, take a colonic every prising stockbroker Bud Fox sored by the Recreation De- “looking the way I do.” Frank is also pre-di- week, and visit holistic practitioners. (Sheen) falls under the entic- partment and is open to all res- abetic, addicted to drugs and struggling with Frank’s transformation is miraculous: a ing spell of Gordon Gekko idents and their guests. Hepatitis C. He and his daughter are strang- new body, a clearer mind and a soaring spirit. ers. Frank is deeply depressed. His health, his relationships, his weight and One day, by accident, he unwittingly stum- his view of himself are all altered. He is in bles into a San Francisco restaurant, Cafe love with himself again. “May I Be Frank” is Thursday, Friday movie Gratitude. It is a vegan cafe – raw and or- a very touching movie. ganic food. One of the servers welcomes All Rossmoor residents and their guests are features ‘Captain Fantastic’ him. In fact, realizing that Frank needs help, invited to this film of one hour and 30 min- and challenged by the possibility of trans- utes. A raffle will be held and a small donation The 2016 drama “Captain Fantastic,” starring Viggo forming Frank, the server, Ryland, proposes to the Vegan Club will be much appreciated. Mortensen, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on that Frank come into the cafe every day for For information, contact Gene Gordon at Thursday, Dec. 1 at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. and on Friday, Dec. 2 at 10 a month. 934-3204. a.m., 1, 4, 7 and 9 p.m. Language captions will be utilized on Thursday at 1 and 7 p.m. and on Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Having raised his six children in the wooded isolation of the RAA presents ‘Life and Work of Picasso’ Pacific Northwest, Ben Cash is suddenly drawn back into civ- ilization by a shocking tragedy. As the kids face an unfamiliar The Rossmoor Art Associa- and Secretary Barbara Holte. casso’s work remains, however, world, Ben begins to reexamine his approach to parenting. tion (RAA) will present a film Picasso’s many different pe- and his legend lives on – a trib- This film is two hours long and is rated R. This free pro- depicting the work and life of riods show the viewer a com- ute to the vitality of the “dis- gram is open to all residents and their guests. Pablo Picasso on Wednesday, pletely different artist. quieting” Spaniard with the Dec. 7, at 1 p.m. in Peacock His early work is tradition- “sombrepiercing” eyes who su- Hall at Gateway. The film is al, landscapes and still life in a perstitiously believed that work 52 minutes long. very painterly mode. He moves would keep him alive. The film was part of the into color change, cubism and For nearly 80 of his 91 Beatty, Bening star in award-winning BBC Power line drawings very naturally, years, Picasso devoted him- of Art series done by Simon exploring each with a volume self to an artistic production ‘Bugsy’ on Saturday Schama. A combination of of work. This artist had a life that contributed significantly dramatic reconstruction, spec- that is rarely heard about and to – and paralleled the entire The 1991 drama “Bugsy,” ing a gambling mecca in the tacular photography and Scha- that is part of the wonder of development of – modern art. starring Warren Beatty and middle of the Nevada desert. ma’s unique style of storytell- this film. This film exemplifies the Annette Bening, will be shown But his affair with screen siren ing transport the viewer back Born in Málaga, Spain, in artist’s use of color, space, in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Virginia Hill (Bening) would to the intense moments when 1881, Picasso became one of weirdness and creativity. Saturday, Dec. 3 at 1, 4 and 7 ultimately bring him down. great works were conceived the greatest and most influen- All Rossmoor residents and p.m. Language captions will This film is two hours and and born. tial artists of the 20th century friends are welcome. be utilized at the 1 and 4 p.m. 29 minutes long and is not Before the film, RAA Pres- and the creator (with Georges After the film, there will showings. rated. This free program is ident Pat Solari will welcome Braque) of Cubism. be a hospitality reception with Beatty stars as gangster sponsored by the Recreation the audience, and introduce the A Spanish expatriate paint- conversation in Art Studio 2, Bugsy Siegel, who worked hard Department and is open to all new RAA board members who er, sculptor, printmaker, ce- where refreshments will be to realize his dream of build- residents and their guests. will be approved by a show of ramicist and stage designer, served by Nancy Cook and her hands from the audience. Picasso was considered radical hospitality committee. This year’s slate of elected in his work. After a long pro- For information, contact Sunday Funnies film is officers is President Patricia lific career, he died on April 8, Cecelia Wambach, program Solari, Vice President Brant 1973, in Mougins, France. chairwoman, at ccwamba@ ‘Hello, My Name is Doris’ Free, Treasurer Jean Autrey The enormous body of Pi- yahoo.com or at 415-531-5442. The 2016 comedy “Hello, My Name is Doris,” starring Sally Field, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Flick Fans to show ‘The Bishop’s Wife’ Sunday, Dec. 4, at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 p.m. will feature language captions. The Flick Fans of the 30s/40s/50s Cou- nance a new cathedral. Inspired by insights gained through a self-help seminar, ples Club will show “The Bishop’s Wife” on Loretta Young, as the Bishop’s lovely wife, 60-year-old Doris Miller (Field) brazenly steps forward to Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. in Peacock Hall at Julia, finds herself innocently attracted to the pursue the affections of a much younger coworker and inad- Gateway. The film is 109 minutes in length. charismatic Dudley. In character roles, Mon- vertently becomes a hit with his friends. Winner of the Academy Award for best ty Wooley and Elsa Lancaster contribute to This film is one hour and 30 minutes long and is rated R. film in 1947, this sentimental and charm- magical surprises arranged by Dudley. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Depart- ing Christmas story has become a holiday All is resolved in the end with both the ca- ment and is open to all residents and their guests. classic. thedral financing and the strengthening of Cary Grant portrays Dudley, a guardian Henry and Julia’s marriage. angel, who has been sent to assist Episcopa- Admission is free and open to all Rossmoor lian Bishop Henry (David Niven) in answer residents. For information, contact Jackie All welcome to Republicans’ to his prayers for divine intervention to fi- Smith at 279-3346. showing of ‘Christmas Story’ The Republican Club will Christmas: a Red Ryder Car- Financial Forum presents ‘Rogue Trader’ show “A Christmas Story” on bine Action 200-shot Range Financial Forum presents with little supervision. He op- was released after a little more Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 4 p.m. Model air rifle. “Rogue Trader,” starring Ewan erated both floor trading and than four years. in Peacock Hall at Gateway. This delightfully entertain- McGregor and Anna Friel, on back office facilities. His meth- This incident was just one All Rossmoor residents are in- ing movie can be enjoyed by Monday, Dec. 12, at 4 p.m. in ods generated huge losses. week before “Rogue Trader” vited to this free event. kids and grandparents alike, as Peacock Hall. Leeson’s schemes ultimate- opened in British theaters in This 1983 holiday classic it provides a nostalgic look into Who remembers Nick Lee- ly collapsed, with the bank 1999. stars Melinda Dillon, Darren childhood and into life in post- son, the skilled trader whose going bankrupt as a result. Film buff Lynne Thorner McGavin and Peter Billingsly. war America. This film runs machinations brought down He and his wife, also a Bar- will lead a discussion after the Set in the 1940s, this film is a 94 minutes, is rated PG and the respected Barings Bank in ings employee, tried to flee film. All residents are welcome hilarious peek into the life of will be shown with language England? but were apprehended. He was and there is no charge. nine-year old Ralphie Parker, captions. For information, call Leeson was assigned to sentenced to six- and-a-half For information, call Tricia who wants only one thing for Joan Leonard at 322-5744. work in Jakarta, Indonesia, years in a Singapore prison but Spiegel at 954-7377. 28A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Clubs & Organizations Hawaii State Club holds Christmas Members, guests welcome party with traditional food, dancing to Cocktails @ Creekside The Hawaii State Club’s Join Cocktails @ Creekside and get a head start on the annual Kalikimaka Aha’aina holidays. The group will meet on Friday, Dec. 2, from 5 to 7 (grand Christmas party) will p.m. in the Fairway Room at Creekside. feature a holiday menu and For a special holiday treat, members will pay only $10, spectacular entertainment of which includes two drinks of choice and a variety of passed ap- Polynesian dancing. The event petizers. Guests and walk-ins pay $20 and are always welcome. will be on Sunday, Dec. 11, at December’s raffle prizes are a $100 gift certificate to Pos- the Event Center. tino in Lafayette, a $50 certificate to La Finestra, also in The doors will open at 5 Lafayette, and a nice bottle of wine. p.m. for a social hour featur- Reservation checks, payable to Cocktails @ Creekside, ing mai tais, wine and iced tea should be sent to Pete Meeker at 2345 Tice Creek Drive No. served at the tiki bar. Party-go- 3 or placed in the club mailbox at Gateway. The deadline ers will also enjoy pupus (hors is Tuesday, Nov. 29. Cancellations made after Wednesday, d’oeuvres) of veggie spring Nov. 30, cannot be refunded. For information, call Pete rolls, chicken and spinach Meeker, 954-8497. stuffed mushrooms and meat- Hawaiian dancers will entertain the Hawaii State Club. The annual membership fee, which had been $25, has been balls in teriyaki sauce. Ross- reduced to $12.50 through March 2017. moor’s hula dance group, Na sented at 7 p.m. by Ka ‘Ohi together, all checks must be Kupuna O Kealoha, will en- Nani o Mana’olana (beautiful submitted together. Early res- tertain guests with a cheerful gathering of hope). Back by ervations are urged. The res- hula during the social hour. popular demand, this Con- ervations deadline is noon on Mutual 48 to hold its Dinner by Simple Elegance cord-based hui will perform an Wednesday, Dec. 7. is at 6 p.m. The entrée choic- array of Hawaiian and Tahitian The party is open to fam- holiday party on Tuesday es are prime rib au jus, grilled dances that reflect the beauty ily and friends of members Mutual 48 (Entries 19 and olate soufflé for dessert, plus salmon with pineapple mango of Polynesian music and dance. and all residents of Rossmoor. 20 at the top of Ptarmigan coffee, tea, wine and full bar. salsa or a spinach, ricotta and The cost of the dinner and Also, an invitation for mem- Drive) will hold its annual hol- Entertainment will follow. vegetable cannelloni. show is $32 per member and bership in the Hawaii State iday party at Dollar on Tues- The price per person is $42. All dinners will be accom- $37 per nonmember. Reserva- Club is extended to those who day, Dec. 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. Reservations and checks (pay- panied by a Caesar salad with tion checks, payable to the Ha- enjoy Hawaii. The menu will feature appe- able to Mutual 48) should be anchovies on the side, scal- waii State Club, may be placed Annual dues are $15 per tizers, holiday salad, choice of sent to Diana Mosher, 3250 loped potatoes, grilled assorted in the club mailbox at Gate- person. For those who join beef medallions, grilled salm- Ptarmigan Drive No. 1A, by squashes with red bell peppers, way, or mailed to Michael Herr now, there is an added advan- on or vegetarian entrée, choc- Wednesday, Nov. 30. red onions and mushrooms, at 1817 Skycrest Drive No. 2. tage - attendance at the Christ- and Hawaiian dinner rolls with Cash is not accepted. Note the mas party at the member rate. butter. Dessert will be cherry entrée choice and whether at- Membership applications are pie a la mode garnished with tendees are members or guests. available in the club mailbox. Apple Users Group shares whipped cream. Coffee, tea and If you wish to confirm that For information, call Lieu- red and white wine will be pro- your check was received, call tenant Governor Les Crosbie coffee and cookies Monday vided on each table. Mike Herr at 938-6215. at 937-496 or Membership The Apple Users Group of Rossmoor (AUGR) is available Entertainment will be pre- For those who want to sit Chair Mike Herr at 938-6215. to help Mac users during the year with computer-related discussions, called focus sessions, on varied topics. The group usually meets on the first and third Mondays of Prime Time Couples set December dinner the month at 10 a.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside. Howev- The Prime Time Couples Dinner Club will Reservation checks must be received by er, in December, only one meeting is scheduled. On Dec. 5, have its next dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 20, at Thursday, Dec. 15. Checks can be dropped coffee and cookies will be served and there will be time for Dollar Clubhouse. off at the club’s mailbox at Gateway. Or, they questions and discussions about all things Apple. The social hour starts at 5:30 p.m. Bring your may be mailed or delivered to Club Treasurer Users of Apple products can get assistance in the Computer own beverage. A variety of hors d’oeuvres will Tom Mesetz at 2132 Golden Rain Road No. 1, Room at Gateway every Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. be served. Dinner, by Simple Elegance Cater- Entry 13. Late phone reservations are some- There are no dues to join AUGR, as the group relies on doing, will be at 6:30. times possible. For information, call Mesetz nations to cover costs of focus sessions and special meetings. Dinner will include spinach salad, roast at 939-2132. Home visits are available at a suggested minimum charge of prime rib of beef, baked potatoes, grilled as- The Prime Time Couples Club is a social $10. To schedule a home visit, call Dian Overly at 945-6055. sorted vegetables and dessert. A vegetarian op- club for couples that meets the third Tuesday of To join the group, email [email protected]; include tion is available on request. Wine, coffee and every month for a catered dinner and conversa- address and phone number in the body of the letter. tea will also be served with the meal. tion, followed by humor and trivia. The website for the club is www.rossmoormacusers.org. The cost is $50 per couple for members and For information, call club Vice President The Acalanes Adult Education program for the winter term $54 per couple for nonmembers. Wanda King at 934-2291. Couples (married or will begin in January. Now is the time to sign up for Mac Seating, as usual, will be determined by a not married) are invited to learn more about the classes. The complete schedule and registration options can be random drawing to mix couples and promote club by coming to dinner as paying guests on a found under the link for the school or on the AUGR website at maximum acquaintanceship. space available basis. wwwrossmoormacusers.org. Steven Lowe talks to Rotary Club Rossmoor landscape Topic of talk will be composer Aaron Copland manager talks to Lions Rossmoor resident Steven to the United States. He wrote journals High Fidelity/Musical Lowe will present a program some of the most popular clas- America, Stereo Quarterly, Club on Dec. 15 at Hillside on American composer Aar- sical music of the 20th century, Keynote and Classical. In ad- Rebecca Pollon, Ross- gree in landscape architecture on Copland to the Rossmoor including such beloved scores dition he has also written for moor’s landscape manager from that country’s top school, Rotary Club on Wednesday, as “Appalachian Spring,” “Bil- The Los Angeles Times and since March, will be the Li- the University of Melbourne. Dec. 7, in the Diablo Room at ly the Kid “and “Rodeo.” The Wisconsin State Journal. ons Club speaker on Thursday, Most recently Pollon had Hillside. The meeting starts at Though born in Brook- Lowe has provided program Dec. 15, in the Diablo Room at her own award winning land- 11:30 a.m. with lunch at noon lyn, he essentially defined the notes for the Seattle Sympho- Hillside. scape design and consulting and the speaker at about 1 p.m. “sound” of the American West. ny since 1988 as well as other She worked as a designer business serving the Bay Area. Guests and potential new Lowe’s talk will include concert series. for a landscape construction She will begin her talk af- members are welcome to at- recorded excerpts from Cop- In 2013, he relocated to company while earning her ter lunch, which is from 11:45 tend the meeting. land’s irresistible scores. Walnut Creek, and continues undergraduate degree at UC to 12:30, concluding at about Copland (1900–1990), was Lowe served as public infor- to provide program notes and Davis. Upon graduating, she 1:15. Guests are invited to lis- named by Leonard Bernstein mation specialist for the Seattle give classical music lectures worked at a landscape archi- ten to her. They are welcome as the nation’s “greatest com- Symphony from 1996 to 2007. and classes in Rossmoor. tecture firm in Los Angeles to have lunch for $15. For poser.” After studying in Paris He also has been a contribu- For Rotary information, con- before moving to Australia information, contact Chuck in the 1920s, Copland returned tor and reviewer for the music tact Joy Alaidarous at 954-1002. and earning her master’s de- Shaddle at 256-0664. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 29A Genealogists meet for holiday social Red Hatters plan to play Guests invited to share ancestors’ story bingo after Dec. 10 lunch The Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society will an inventor. hold its annual Holiday Dessert and Coffee So- Colorful individuals aren’t rarities either and The Red Hat luncheon maintained by web “wizard- cial on Friday, Dec. 16, at 1 p.m. in the Fair- add interest to what could be a dry family his- will be on Saturday, Dec. 10, ess” Liz Sloan. way Room at Creekside. Members and those tory. The recounting of such discoveries has at 11:30 a.m. in the Fireside Starting in January 2017, interested in genealogy are invited to attend and sometimes led to different paths and approach- Room at Gateway. the price of the luncheon will share in the holiday spirit along with delicious es in a person’s research. The Red Hatters welcome be $18 for members and $20 confections. Members are reminded that dues renewal is Classic Catering. The menu for guests. The December meeting is the one time each coming up in January. All memberships expire choices are butternut squash The Saturday Red Hat year when a speaker isn’t scheduled and the fo- on Dec. 31. Renewals must be received by Feb. ravioli with tomato coulis gatherings feature piano mu- cus is on attendees connecting with each other. 1 to continue receiving the society’s newsletter, sauce with grilled zucchi- sic before lunch is served, For this year’s Holiday Dessert and Coffee the Digger. ni or beef stroganoff served door prizes, a chance to Social, those in attendance are asked to give a The membership form can be found at the over fettucine noodles with socialize with a variety of three-minute talk on one of their most interest- society’s website or in the latest issue of the garlic bread. Dessert will be Rossmoor women, entertaining ancestors. newsletter. Payment and the completed form chocolate peppermint cake ment, acknowledgment of In spite of being privy to family lore, geneal- may be sent to the society at 1001 Golden Rain Bingo is the December en- that month’s birthday girls ogists frequently encounter an antecedent about Road, dropped off at Rossmoor Administration tertainment. and, of course, food. whom no one has had previous information. In building, or brought to a meeting. The cost is $15 for mem- Upcoming events researching, it isn’t unusual to stumble upon the Visitors and guests are welcome. For infor- bers and $17 for nonmem- The holiday tea is Friday, news that an ancestor held a position of author- mation visit the society’s website at www.mdgs. bers. Reservation checks, Dec. 16, from noon to 2 p.m. ity in their community or that the person was webs.com or the Facebook page. payable to Rossmoor Red at Dollar Clubhouse and will Hatters, may be sent to Queen benefit the Rossmoor Fund. Ruth Koehler at 3117 Golden The Royal Court will pro- Boomers Forever Explore More! group Rain Road No. 9. Or leave the vide a light luncheon with check in the club’s mailbox at sandwiches, salads and des- heads to SantaCon event in San Francisco Gateway. Be sure to note the sert. There is no charge to Explore More! is an arm tas crowding Union Square Find information on San- entrée choice. Checks must members, but they’re asked of the Boomers Forever Club and surrounding streets, greet- taCon at www.SantaCon.info/ be in by Thursday, Dec. 1. to make a donation to the dedicated to exploring the ing all with a shake of jingle San_Francisco-CA along with Note that checks must Rossmoor Fund. Checks many interesting and vibrant bells and smiles. a discount coupon to purchase be sent to Koehler, not Joan should be payable to the places and activities in the Bay After enjoying the Santa SantaCon attire. Lockhart. Rossmoor Fund. Donations Area. Explore More! members scene, the group will stroll Future Explore More! pos- Any Rossmoor woman are tax deductible. are headed to San Francisco along the seasonal-only pedes- sibilities include: An evening willing to wear a red hat is January’s luncheon will on Saturday, Dec. 10, to expe- trian Stockton Street between at the Exploratorium, wine welcome to join the Red Hat be caraway salmon filet with rience a signature event of the Ellis and Geary streets, with walk on Union Street and group. Annual dues are $15. rye berry and beet salad or holiday season – SantaCon! its food trucks, beer garden “Beach Blanket Babylon.” Mail dues checks to Koehler, lemony garlic chicken with Using BART to get to the and choirs singing holiday Members with ideas for ad- or leave them in the club’s mushroom asparagus risotto city, the group will head to tunes. Smaller groups will en- ditional small group events mailbox. and chocolate Kahlua cake Union Square, stopping to ad- joy lunch and libations there or are invited to join the Explore New members will be con- for dessert. mire the seasonal window dis- at one of the area bistros. More! Committee by contact- tacted by Koehler. Members When signing up for plays. Dressed in some aspect Those who are interested in ing a board member or the should call Koehler at 930- events, write on the front of of Santa/elf/reindeer attire and this light-hearted event should club email (above). 9635 if they know of a mem- the envelope or on the front bearing a gift for the San Fran- send an email to boomersfor- Details on all club activi- ber who is ill or in need. of the check the name of the cisco Fire Department’s Toys [email protected] no later than ties can be found on the club Information about the event and luncheon entrée for Tots program, attendees Dec. 8 so the plan can be sized website at www.rossmoor- Rossmoor Red Hatters can be choice. To cancel, notify San- will join the hundreds of San- accordingly. boomers.com found on the website, www. dra Hawkins at 788-9124 or rossmoorredhatters.net, Pat Best at 944-1344. Italian-American Club hosts holiday dinner dance next week at Event Center Singles Salon gets ready for The Italian-American Club will host a dinner The price is $32 for members and $38 for dance on Friday, Dec. 9, at the Event Center. guests. Send reservation checks to Bertha Mes- ‘Jolly! Jolly! Holiday Party’ The hosted bar opens at 5:15 p.m. and dinner sina at 2666 Saklan Indian Drive No. 8, Entry begins at 6:30. 12. Those wanting to sit together should use The menu includes antipasto, Caesar salad, one envelope for the checks. Reservations will Event is Dec. 11 at Dollar meat ravioli, New York strip steak with mush- be accepted until Friday, Dec. 2. Guests are re- Singles Salon’s next Dollar Clubhouse dinner will be a rooms, roasted potatoes, winter vegetables and minded to bring cash for the 50/50 drawing. “Jolly! Jolly! Holiday Party” on Sunday, Dec. 11. cannoli for dessert. Red and white wine will be Those unable to attend, but who have paid for The social hour starts at 6 p.m. followed by a full Italian included as well as decaffeinated coffee and tea. dinner, can make arrangements to pick up their dinner provided by La Finestra Ristorante of Lafayette. The evening’s entertainment will be provid- dinner by 7:30 p.m. by calling Kathy Johnson The main course is a choice of chicken vino rosso, filet of ed by the John Muir Chorus and the Manny before noon on the day of the event at 300-3754. salmon or prime rib. Gutierrez Band. For membership information, visit www.Ital- The party will move into the lounge, where guests will Men’s attire is coat and tie, ladies is classy ianamericanclub.org or call Sandy Cavallo at enjoy after-dinner drinks and holiday music provided by chic. 930-9310. the Madrigal Singers from Northgate High School. The cost is $40 for members and $55 for nonmembers. Members’ checks should be mailed or delivered to Dione Poetry Circle Williams at 3118 Terra Granada Drive No. 2. Be sure to Friday Lunch note the entree choice on the check. meets Monday Nonmembers who want to attend, if space is available, IN ROSSMOOR at Dollar should contact Williams at 933-9077. Menu for Dec. 9 In addition to the bimonthly Dollar Clubhouse Dinners, Rossmoor Poetry Circle Singles Salon coordinates weekly happy hours called YITs Call 988-7703 for a reservation meets on Monday, Dec. 5, (for “Yea, it’s Thursday”) at local restaurants. The 4:45 Friday Lunch is served at a suggested from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Ivy p.m. events bring together old and new friends to share donation of $2. Lunch is served at 11:30 Room at Dollar. light meals, drinks and good conversation. a.m. at Hillside. Reserve a space for Friday Attendees are asked to bring The next YITs will be on Dec. 1 at Black Angus in Pleas- Lunch for the following week in person right 15 copies of a poem written by ant Hill, Dec. 8 at Vic Stewarts in Walnut Creek and Dec. after lunch, or call 988-7703 no later than themselves or someone else. 15 at the Bistro in the Lafayette Park Hotel. Wednesday by noon. To cancel a reservation, The Poetry Circle’s aim is to Nonmembers are welcome to attend a few YITs without call 988-7703. Please leave name and phone encourage and support the invitation so that they can learn more about the club and number when cancelling. If you are unable to make lunch, cancel writing and reading of poetry. your reservation so another resident can get a meal. vice versa. For information, call Bill Race at 459-0960. For information, contact Singles Salon also organizes bimonthly dining out The menu: Marc Hofstadter at 934-8194 events at local restaurants and dining in events at mem- Oven-fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, Capri vegetables, spin- or [email protected]. ach salad with Catalina dressing, pistachio fluff (fresh fruit) bers’ homes. Guests may attend dining out events by invitation when space is available, but dining in events are Options: For popular events at Rossmoor Cheeseburger or garden burger, chef’s salad and seafood louie limited to Singles Salon members who agree to take their salad. Please specify the entree of your choice; otherwise, you will clubhouses, consider turn as a host or cook once a year. receive the menu item for that day. carpooling or taking the bus For information about Singles Salon’s social program and membership policies, call Membership Chairwoman Williams. 30A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Golden State Club celebrates holidays TGIF holds holiday dinner The TGIF Club kicks off envelope. Note “vegetari- Dec. 13, includes live entertainment the holidays with its holiday an” on the check or attached The Golden State Club’s holiday party is Composers, Authors and Publishers songwriter ball on Friday, Dec. 16. The note, otherwise the main en- Tuesday, Dec. 13, in the Tahoe Room at the awardee. She has also appeared in the Interna- celebration begins with a trée option will be presumed. Event Center. The bar will open at 5 p.m. Hors tional Harp Festival in 2016. cocktail hour at 6 p.m. with Reservations are now be- d’oeuvres will be served until 6 and will in- The cost for the dinner is $35 for members a hosted bar and hors d’oeu- ing accepted. A check, pay- clude chicken and spinach stuffed mushrooms, and $40 for guests. Reservations are to be made vres of teriyaki meatballs, able to TGIF Club, should be meatballs with teriyaki sauce and bacon and by Wednesday, Dec. 7. Guests are welcome stuffed mushrooms and ba- mailed to Margaret Ferrari cheese sourdough melts. when accompanied by a member. con and cheese sourdough (1457 Oakmont Drive No. Dinner, catered by Simple Elegance, will be Reservation checks, payable to the Golden melts served by Simple Ele- 7, Entry 11) or placed in the served at 6. State Club, may be left in the club’s mailbox at gance Catering. “drop box” outside her door. The entree is a choice of roast prime of beef Gateway or sent to Ellie Ferrell at 2109 Sky- Dinner at 7:15 will fea- Reservations fill up very au jus, chicken cordon bleu or spinach and ri- crest Drive No. 2. Note the choice of entrees ture prime rib with au jus and quickly so don’t delay in cotta cannelloni as the vegetarian option. on the check. Those who wish to sit together horseradish, roasted red pota- sending in payment. Side dishes include a mixed greens salad, should include all checks in one envelope ac- toes, and broccoli with roasted The reservation deadline is roasted rosemary garlic red potatoes, peas and companied by a guest list. shallot butter. Dinner will be- Friday, Dec. 9, at 5 p.m. Re- carrots and dinner rolls. Lemon meringue pie For information about the dinner, call Ferrell gin with a salad of baby greens funds will not be honored af- garnished with whipped cream is offered for at 464-7266. with raspberry vinaigrette, ter this date. To cancel a res- dessert, along with coffee and tea. Membership is open to anyone born in blue cheese and candied wal- ervation prior to the deadline, The dinner is chaired by former governor California, couples with one born here or nuts. Vegetarian selection is call Ferrari at 650-465-7755. and current parliamentarian, Richard Pratt, and residents with a combined total of 25 years stuffed portabella mushrooms. After the deadline, anyone table decorations are by Betty Hagstrom. living in the state. Each table will have assorted who is unable to attend should The holiday entertainment will be provided Dues are $15 per person per year. Call Su- rolls, red and white wine, and call her by 5 p.m. on the day by Destiny Muhammad, a recording artist and san Williamson at 933-7005 for an application decaffeinated coffee and tea. of the event and arrangements singer-songwriter, performing on the harp with or pick one up from the club mailbox. Dues For dessert, mud pie ice cream will be made for a take-home her trio. checks may be placed in the club mailbox or cake will be served. dinner from the caterer to be Her genre is electric with a feel of jazz and mailed to Williamson at 1301 Running Springs The Jambalaya Swing picked up after 7:30 p.m. storytelling. She has opened for the Oakland Road No. 1. Band, led by trumpeter Ken TGIF is a Rossmoor res- East Bay Symphony and shared the stage with Place membership checks in an envelope sep- Brock, will be the evening’s ident members-only dinner many jazz masters. arate from those for the holiday party. New mem- live entertainment. The attire dance club that holds themed She is an ambassador with Jazz Heritage of bers who join now may attend the holiday dinner for the evening will be coat- catered dinner dance parties San Francisco, and an American Society of at the member’s price as well as all 2017 events. and-tie for men and cocktail on the third Friday of each attire for women. month (except for January The cost for the hosted and September). A limited 30s/40s/50s Couples Club to hold bar, dinner and live music is number of memberships for $30 per member and $38 for interested Rossmoor resi- holiday dinner dance at Event Center guests. Members are encour- dents are now available. aged to bring guests. Guest For information on how to The 30s/40s/50s Couples be a chocolate lava soufflé 2351 or at maxinetopper@ names should be included join, call Carol Dull, member- Club annual holiday dinner brownie. Decaffeinated coffee gmail.com so that someone on along with receipt of checks. ship chairwoman, at 932-3981. dance is on Sunday, Dec. 18, at as well as red and white wine the waiting list may come. Reservations will be filled Members should look out the Event Center. will be available. For those wishing to partic- in the order received. Those for the E-News email for in- The Silverheels Band, The cost is $37 for members ipate, bring an unwrapped gift who wish to sit together must formation on this and other which plays both oldies and and $42 for guests. Guests for Toys for Tots, which will send all checks in the same upcoming TGIF events. classic rock, will provide mu- will be accommodated on a be delivered to the local fire sic for listening and dancing. space-available basis in the or- station. Dress for the evening is dressy der they signed up. For information about the dress or pantsuit for women Reservation checks, payable party, contact Barbara Fendel Caledonian Society plans and coat and tie for men. to the 30s/40s/50s Couples at 448-2995 or at barbarafen@ The social hour will be- Club, should be sent to or deliv- aol.com. gin at 6 p.m. with appetizers, ered to Maxine and Mike Top- The 30s/40s/50s Couples trip to Britain next year champagne, wine and spar- per, 2817 Golden Rain Road Club is for Rossmoor couples The Caledonian Society of fore departing Britain. kling cider. No. 6, Entry 20. Note on the born in the decades of the Rossmoor (CSR) is sponsoring This Trafalgar Tours’ trip is Catered by Creekside Grill, check the choice of the vege- 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. It is a trip to Britain in August 2017. open to all Rossmoor residents, dinner will be served at 7. The tarian option. The deadline is a social club whose purpose is The highlight will be the Edin- their families and friends. CSR menu features filet mignon Friday, Dec. 9. There will be no to meet others of the same age burgh Royal Military Tattoo. requests that those wishing to and shrimp kabobs with ri- refunds after Monday, Dec. 12. with similar interests. Pipe bands and military travel become members of the sotto, spinach salad and green Members and guests who wish For information or to join, bands from all over the world society. The annual dues are $15 beans. A vegetarian option of to sit together must submit their contact Membership Chair- will gather on the parade per person or $20 per couple. ricotta cheese stuffed raviolis checks in the same envelope. woman Patty Smith at 949- grounds of Edinburgh Castle The land cost for the trip is with roasted butternut squash If there is a cancellation, 8325 or Jan Widdel at 944- to play Scottish tunes, culmi- $3,206.25. Previous custom- is also available. Dessert will notify Maxine Topper at 289- 0812. nating in the haunting bugle ers of Trafalgar Tours get an call of “The Last Post.” The additional 5-percent discount. Tattoo supports charitable Using maximum discounts, causes for military and civil- the land cost could be less Second Tuesday Luncheon is on Dec. 13 ian organizations. than $2,800 per person. The The Second Tuesday Luncheon Club will The cost of $17 includes wine and sparkling During the first six days, single supplement is $990 per have its Winter Wonderland Luncheon on cider. For reservations, call Newton at 891- CSR members will visit Lon- person. Optional travel insur- Tuesday, Dec. 13, at Dollar Clubhouse. The 4887. The reservation deadline is Wednesday, don, the ancient stone circle at ance is available. social hour will begin at 11:30 a.m. Lunch Dec. 7. A reminder, the reservation must be Stonehenge, the Roman baths Anyone booking air trav- will be served at noon. paid the day of the luncheon. in Bath, Exeter, Plymouth, el through Trafalgar Tours is The menu will be a prime rib/Yorkshire The Second Tuesday Luncheon Club meets Polperro, Dartmoor, Buckfast guaranteed the lowest possi- pudding dinner with salad and dessert. A veg- every second Tuesday of the month, Septem- Abbey, Glastonbury, Cardiff ble fare available on the day etarian entrée is available. ber through June. All Rossmoor women are (Wales), Ludlow, Chester, and of booking, plus free transfers Hostesses for this event are Caroline Tere- invited to join for friendship, fellowship and Liverpool, home of the Beatles. from London airport to and sa and Joann Newton. good food. On day seven, the group will from the hotel. Approximate arrive in Scotland. While in airfare is $1,500 roundtrip Scotland they will visit Glen- from SFO. Travelers may also coe, Fort Williams, the Scottish book their own air travel or use Filipino-American Club holds Christmas Highlands, the Isle of Skye, reward miles. Culloden, Pitlochry, 18th green Information and itinerary at St. Andrews, and Edinburgh. are available in the CSR mail- dinner dance on Dec. 10 at Fireside CSR has reserved seats for the box at Gateway. For general The Filipino-American As- American food and folk dance Cost is $25 for members Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle. information, contact Doug or sociation of Rossmoor (FAAR) entertainment. Live music will and $30 for nonmembers. All Travelers will leave Edin- Pam Hipsley at 954-1041 or will hold its Christmas Dinner be provided by Larry Martinez Rossmoor residents and guests burgh on day 12 and visit me- [email protected]. For Dance Party on Saturday, Dec. and the Boogie Aces Band. are welcome. dieval Alnwick, York, with detailed travel information and 10, from 5 to 9:30 p.m. in the Guests are encouraged to For reservations, contact its famous Minster, and Strat- reservations contact Dorothy Fireside Room at Gateway. get into the Christmas spirit by Nel Aguas at 984-5552 or ross- ford-upon-Avon, where Shake- Harders (Pulaski Travel) at Guests will enjoy a wide bringing a voluntary exchange [email protected] or Ev- speare was born, returning to 300-3356 or dorothyharders@ array of catered Filipino and gift worth $20. elyn Noriega at 510-386-1573. London for one more night be- gmail.com. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 31A

Travel Buzz Maui Revisited – An Expensive But Enjoyable Trip By Steven Shields spend the money. sual restaurant. There are also just returned from the The ferry ride back was two highly rated and expensive 45th annual Hawaii in- very rough as the seas pick restaurants, Ko and Nick the I spection trip, sponsored up in the afternoon. If you Fisherman. Breakfast is $36, by the Northern California are prone to seasickness, you but is included in many pack- American Society of Travel might want to fly. ages. There are also villas, each Agents. I’ve written about Few bargains with their own splash pools, for Maui many times so I won’t On the way back we stopped $1,500 to $7,500 a night. repeat hotels I’ve mentioned at Lahaina Shores which is Offbeat properties before, but will try to give a one of the few bargain proper- Now to two more offbeat sense of what to expect if you ties. These individually owned properties: go in the near future. condos have been renovated The Lumeria Maui Re- The best word to sum it all and are well located for walk- sort is in up-country Maui up is “expensive.” Prices for ing into the town of Lahaina. near the town of Macawao. It hotels in Maui are up, with a There is no resort fee and was built in 1910 and has 24 few exceptions that I will re- parking is free, now quite rare rooms and a newly installed view. This is somewhat off- in Maui. There is a small pool, pool and hot tub. The $25 re- set by lower airfares. Virgin the property is on the beach sort fee includes breakfast and America has started flying to and there is a nice lawn plus some classes. This is definitely Hawaii. Hawaiian and Alaska barbecues. There is even an a place to get away from it all airlines have increased ser- herb garden for guests. This is for a day or two. vice and Southwest Airlines a good budget choice. When I last visited Hotel is expected to run flights One of the new properties Wailea, it was Japanese-owned late next year or early 2018. we inspected is the Montage and Japanese-themed. Now it Roundtrips run about $400 in on the site of the former Kapa- is the only adults-only (16 and coach except during holidays. lua Bay Hotel and next door up) hotel in Hawaii. All the We stayed the first three to the Ritz Carlton Kapalua. units are one-bedroom suites. nights at the venerable Hy- If you book the property with It is up in the hills with a view Lona Ridge above the town of Kahului, Maui att Regency which has been a Signature Travel agency, of the ocean. Guests also have well maintained. I stayed in breakfast is included. Resi- sign-in rights at the deluxe a beautiful corner suite with dences start at about 1,200 Grand Wailea hotel. Quiet, great views and a ticket to the square feet and feature one to elegant and expensive, it is Regency Club. At the Hyatt, four bedrooms. Units closest to the only Relais and Chateaux any room can be upgraded to the beach are called Grand res- property in the state. a Regency Club room by sim- idences. Prices start at about Trip highlight ply paying more. The brand $500 a night. A highlight of our trip was new club on the ground floor Another new hotel is Andaz Lona Ridge, a private estate is open 14 hours a day and which is a brand of Hyatt. It is built on six acres, 1,200 feet serves breakfast, snacks and about three years old. The ho- above the town of Kahului. drinks all day long. It also tel has five pools, 290 rooms, An 80-year-old woman provides computers, news- 10 villas and five restaurants, named Leona Wilson built papers and quiet. I spent the one open 24 hours a day. There the property in 2010 and lives night before my flight at SFO is a $40 daily resort fee which there with her three dogs. She Marriott which charged $8 includes some activities but has planted thousands of Ha- for using its Wi-Fi. So I’m not the $30-a-day parking fee. waiian trees, shrubs and flow- happy to report that Wi-Fi Rates are $400 to $800 a night. ers and has beehives for local was free at the Hyatt and just Good buy at Residence Inn honey. She gives free tours to about every hotel in Maui. A pleasant surprise was the school children, seniors and Ferry to Lanai newly built Residence Inn, a hosts private parties. She alone We took the ferry the next Marriott brand in the Wailea is a good reason to visit as she day to Lanai, the island pur- area. All Residence Inns in- tells her life story with such chased a few years ago by the clude a great breakfast and this enthusiasm. Bay Area’s Larry Ellison of property also has a bar and eve- She was the sixth child of Oracle. Locals take the earliest ning entertainment. It is not on Portuguese cane workers and boat in the morning to Maui, the beach but has a shuttle to grew up in a sugar workers’ about a one-hour trip, laden the beach and the nearby luxu- camp in Maui before joining with suitcases for shopping ry shopping center and there’s the army, learning to be a den- runs to Costco and Walmart. a restaurant next door. Spe- tal assistant, moving to New The money they save is enough cials this year start at $199 but York to be in the fashion busi- to pay the $30 ferry fee ($40 next year will be $239 to $400 ness, and marrying well two for us mainlanders). a night. There is no resort fee times. Her husband died in Maui beach at sunset The reason for our visit and, by Maui standards, these 2010 while building this estate. to Lanai was to see the two large and beautiful rooms are We had a wonderful lunch Four Seasons hotels. One, the a great buy. catered by the local commu- Lodge at Kohele, was closed We had lunch at the Hana nity college while Wilson’s for several months for remod- Kai Maui which I wrote about nephew, the parish priest, did eling. The other, the former four years ago. Since then, all the dishes. The estate is not Manele Bay, is now called the the condo units have been up- generally open to individual Four Seasons Lanai and is graded. They are all two bed- tours, but call 808-242-0818 breathtaking. I stayed there rooms but with an option to and see if they can fit you in. eight years ago when it was lock off one bedroom, leaving It is also open every Monday changing from a RockResort a hotel room and a one-bed- for potluck and pulling weeds. to a Four Seasons. It was room condo. There is free You won’t be sorry to see this beautiful then but now it is parking and Wi-Fi as well as a fabulous property. incredible. nice restaurant. However, with All the prices I quoted are That’s the good news. The accommodations starting at what you might get if you call bad news is that the beauti- $415, it seems overpriced. the property directly. Tour ful new rooms range from We moved on to the Fair- operators (accessible through $3,000 to $15,000 a night. mont Kea Lani, an all-suite travel agents) will have better That includes such things as hotel and always a favorite of rates, many of which include golf, horses and jeeps, but not mine as it is so beautiful and breakfast. So, as I’ve said food. The amazing thing is on a great beach in Wailea. The many times, without a travel how many young people with large pools are open 24 hours a agent you are on your own. small children were staying day with one reserved for adults Stephen Shields is a there. If you win the lottery, only. We had a great meal at Rossmoor resident affiliated this would be a good place to AMA, which is the hotel’s ca- with Orinda Travel. 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manship with a high-end kitchen and bath COMPUTERS’ BEST FRIEND: Hard- JUSTED LIST design. AttractivelyPENDING priced at just $325,000 ware/software trouble shooting and End unit Golden Gate on Runningsprings Rd. repair. Internet and email problems, you’re sure to be impressed! Windows tutoring, very friendly ser- New laminate flooring in the kitchen and vice. Home visits and telephone support. Excellent references. 925- new SS refrigerator. Mirrored closets! doors, EXPANDED BROOKGREEN 682-3408. www.computersbest- SOLD your W/D in the unit ands s newell window coverings. friend.com Let u IN THE WATERFORD Close to Creekside and the Event Center. PLEASANT, PATIENT YOUNG wom- This rarely available spacious 1 bed/1 bath an teaches computer basics (Mac/ Priced to sell $319,000 PC), email, Internet, Facebook, condo is a favorite, with 698 sq. feet. Fea- Word, iPad/smartphone, etc. Also helps with troubleshooting, virus re- tures include first floor location, hard wood moval, new computer installation, online purchasing. $50/hour (1- Sue DiMaggio Kathie DiMaggio flooring, tiled entry and a covered carport. hour minimum). Stellar Rossmoor N E W PR I C E $198,000. references! 510-517-3179. LOCAL COMPUTER SERVICE Pro- Adams Stein vides Windows tutoring, very patient and friendly service. College (925) 207-9212 (925) 699-6258 Maria Napoli Eberle educated and certified, with many [email protected] [email protected] satisfied clients. Specializes in BRE #00820932 BRE #01942595 malware/virus removal, computer (925) 478-7190 optimization, software/hardware [email protected] installation, troubleshoots/fixes www.mariaeberle.com computer errors and crashes. Rate: BRE #01798906 $60/hour. Call Evan, 925-818-7655 1641 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek 94595 • (925) 932-1162 or email [email protected]. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 33A

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Computers Handyman Moving/Packing/Hauling Tailoring/Alterations Yard/Gardening

SENIOR-FRIENDLY, experienced Anyone performing construction MINI MOVERS TVs, computers, ALTERATIONS BY MIN Pick up and “PARADISE” ALL TYPES of fine help for computer, tablet and work in California that totals mirrors, glass, antiques, plants, delivery at your home. 30 years ex- gardening. Yard shape-up and smartphone at www.jlgcomputer- $500 or more in labor and garden furniture, boxes, pictures, perience. Rossmoor resident Min, maintenance. Trimming, pruning, solutions.com. Repair, email, set- materials must be licensed by the clothes. All delicate household. 925-201-9567. weeding, shrub removal, yard de- up, internet, virus removal, installs, Contractors State License Board. Gentle rates. 925-285-6993. sign, planting, patio containers. upgrades, backup and buying ser- Dependable, on time. Quality re- vices/consulting. Support for any GRAB BARS INSTALLED Experts in sults! Call Lester at 925-639-7725. appliance or device! Call Jonathan TV/Audio/Video bathroom safety since 2010. Trust- Organizing/Declutter at 925-338-9644. ed local company. Prompt person- “GARDENS GALORE” Many photos! al service. Bob Timbers, Safe At AUDIO & VIDEO CONVERSIONS Large or small, we do it all from de- ITKID COMPUTER HELP Assistance RENT-A-DAUGHTER Have a project Home. 925-360-1909. Let me convert your treasured sign to install. Servicing Rossmoor with any tech-related issue for a around the house? Need help with recordings to CDs or MP3s, your for 20 years. “Gentle rates” applied. low price. Help with mail, Wi-Fi, a project for a room, closet, office VHS tapes to DVDs or your pho- Thank you, 925-285-6993. computer, smartphone, tablet, etc. or organizing files? Rossmoor resi- tos to CDs. These will make won- $40/hr. Contact Max Nunan, local Home Décor dent with references. Tara O’Leary, derful memories for you or as gifts Itkid consultant. 925-482-5488, 415-823-2634. for family and friends. Reasonable [email protected]. 110 Professional RON’S WINDOW COVERINGS ORGANIZING/DECLUTTER I can rates. Call Skip (Rossmoor resi- Blinds, drapes, valances, shutters help you unpack, organize, create dent) at 502-528-3512. Services and shades. Free in-home consul- more closet space, garden clean- Contractor tation. Free personalized installa- up and design, deep cleaning, Health tion. Quick reliable service. Serving whatever you need to feel orga- Windows ALL TRADES- CALL n o w fo r Rossmoor for over 25 years. Call nized and happy. Rossmoor Ref- bath, kitchen, laundry, windows, 925-827-0946. erences. Maureen, 831-277-3839. ACUPUNCTURE East-West Integra- WINDOWS carpet and upholstery doors and more! Licensed con- tive medicine, integrative oncolo- cleaning. Serving Rossmoor since tractor No. 775026. Free esti- gy, herbs and dietary supplements. 1988 with guaranteed results. You mates! Rossmoor references and Pain management, internal and will be 100 percent satisfied or your EPA-certified renovator. Call Cal Moving/Packing/Hauling Painting geriatric medicine. Jill Chen, MD. money back. Call “Service First” at 925-200-3132. Board-certified in integrative med- ROSSMOOR PAINTING SERVICE for appointments or estimate. Kev- icine. 925-330-9650. “RENT-A-GENT” House, garden, in, 925-689-4660. repair, clean home/garage, haul- by Al Welsh. Five-year guarantee on workmanship. Most Rossmoor ing. Large or small we have it all. WINDOWS & HOUSE CLEANING residents prefer our neatness, Flooring/Tiling Moving material, tape. Delivered. Professional with 20 years of ex- egal dependable, personal attention, L Gentle rates! 925-285-6993. perience and excellent references. because we care. Rossmoor ref- TILE ENTRYWAYS: A beautiful one Affordable. Job big or small—not erences, bonded and insured. Li- ATTORNEY DOROTHY HENSON: could enhance the value and the BOB & TERRY’S JUNK REMOVAL a problem. Call Martin, 925-366- cense No. 507098. Free estimates. Living trusts, wills, estate planning appearance of your home. Special Specializing in home and estate 9125. Pacific Bay Painting, 925-932- and probate. No charge for initial pricing for a limited time! Exam- cleanups, big and small. No mini- 5440. consultation. Will meet in your ples and references in Rossmoor. mum charge - free estimates - price reduction for salvageable items. manor at your convenience. Nota- License No. 775026. Phone Cal PROFESSIONAL PAINTER and ry. Rossmoor resident. Call 925- directly today for a free estimate. Serving Rossmoor for over 30 Yard/Gardening years. 925-944-0606. carpenter with 45 years of 935-6494 or office 925-943-1620. 925-200-3132. Rossmoor experience in painting, TONY’S HAULING SERVICE, We carpentry, wallpaper, sheetrock, YARD MAINTENANCE: pruning, NOTARY PUBLIC DICK HARROW haul your junk. We do trash outs. acoustic and repairs. Guaranteed hedging, weeding, shrub remov- Rossmoor resident. I make house work. Unbeatable prices. We’re al, planting and general cleanup calls and will come to your home. Food/Chef/Catering Call 925-382-6544. Email through website at www.tonyshaulingser- fast, clean and efficient. Pierre, service. Let me help make your 20-plus years experience. Special vice.com 925-384-8382. garden one to be proud of. Dave’s expertise in real estate documents. PERSONAL COOK Are you tired of Yard Maintenance service. Call Cell: 510-459-5770, basigningser- cooking or eating the same food LEW’S HAULING Prompt service. 925-682-8389 today. [email protected] all the time? 15 years experience Starting at $22. Rossmoor refer- epairs in healthy cooking. I can cook in ences available. Call 925-639- R your home or weekly delivery. 925 7725. 899-7040 or website: Thecalmca- FINE CLOCK REPAIR- Repairing More Professional Services on page 34A terer.com NEED HELP PACKING? For an hour- Rossmoor’s fine antique and ly fee I will come to your home with modern clocks for over 15 years. H DECADES OF TOP PRODUCTION H DECADES OF TOP PRODUCTION H packing supplies for moving, stor- House calls. Free pickup and de- age, etc. Rossmoor references. To livery. I stand behind my work- Furniture/Upholstery schedule, call Nancy at 925-216- manship. Jonathan Goodwin, 8975. 925-376-4668. GEORGE’S FURNITURE REPAIR Service. Antiques and high- end furniture specialty. Refin- FALL ishing and caning. Formerly of Bonynge’s. 925-212-6149. No job too small. Fabulous Sequoia Wrap Completely Remodeled with Many Custom Touches! 2 CHOICES Bedroom 2 Bath with a wrap enclosure. Large Custom THE BEST CHOICE! Handyman stone wall with stack stone encasing two cabinets for storage, room above the elegant electric fireplace for a Elegant Eucalyptus: 2-bedroom, 2-bath, den and fami- Anyone performing construction 60” Flat Screen TV. Master bathroom shows off the large ly room condominium in wonderful Eagle Ridge neigh- work in California that totals borhood. Single story level-in, well cared for home $500 or more in labor and walk-in shower with state of the art shower system and materials must be licensed by the custom tile. Closets have folding panel doors to easily with gorgeous interior features and upgrades, 2-car Contractors State License Board. access your belongings! Retrofitted veranda to back of living attached garage, beautiful kitchen/family room com- room, creates extra living space and is open to the living HANDYMAN AND CARPENTRY bo leading out to rose garden and patio. $1,485,000 Fencing, painting, tile, linoleum, room area! Please call to see and Enjoy! Co-list Barbara remodeling, bathrooms and kitch- Bailey ReMax Accord 925-838-4100 CALL FOR PRIVATE GORGEOUS GREENBRIAR ens, landscaping, plumbing, elec- 2-bedroom, 2-bath upper condominium overlooking trical, cabinet refinishing. Pres- SHOWING: DEBRA BARTH 925-788-2104 Rossmoor sure washing for driveways and Realty. Holiday Price Reduction: $619,950 the sixth hole of the golf course! Sunny south facing, patios. Also, do window washing. eat-in kitchen with hardwood floors, granite coun- Call Jaime, 925-639-0228, 925- Open Great Room effect in living, dining and kitchen 671-2917. combo. Kitchen features SS appliances, Quartz counter tertops and views! Granite faced fireplace, detached garage and more! $675,000 HANDYMAN REPAIR SERVICES tops, white cabinetry extending into dining area creating a Specializing in home electrical, serving area and extra storage. Recess lighting throughout, A MUST-SEE BROOKGREEN??? tile, painting, flooring, wall cover- additional lighting in closets. Bathroom has a custom walk- ings, window cleaning and light in shower with wrap glass enclosure, vanity with Quartz Waterford Condominium for under $200,000! Sunny housekeeping. No job too small. and light and bright. Easy access to convenient park- Rossmoor resident discounts. counter top, and a custom cabinet housing washer and Call Rick (Rossmoor resident) at dryer. 2 Bedroom 1 Bath. Please call for Private showing. ing. Clean as a whistle. No more cooking. Just enjoy. 925-639-8333. Offered: $459,950 Debra Barth $198,000 FAIR AND HONEST I work and live Please Call Us for Any of Your Real Estate Needs. in Rossmoor. No project is too Call Debra for Consulting to Sell or Buy! small, I love small jobs. I do re- We are the Rossmoor Specialists! pairs, maintenance, carpentry, in- 33 Years of Service helping you make the stallation and odd jobs. Changiz, Best Decision of your Life! 530-870-2845. Robert Parrish BRE No. 01349900 CONTRACTOR AND HANDYMAN 925.360.5889 Kitchen bathrooms, plumbing, [email protected] DECADES OF TOP PRODUCTION DECADES OF TOP PRODUCTION TOP OF DECADES OF TOP PRODUCTION H driveways, fencing, electrical, house siding, painting, decks, roof Debra leaks and windows. No job too small. We look after the elderly. Tina Parrish Call Kevin, 925-586-0940. B arth 925.858.4267 JUAREZ HANDYMAN and painting Your Agent for Life [email protected] services. Reasonable prices, ex- BRE No. 00986923 cellent painter. No job too small, repairs, installation baseboards, tile, faucet, toilets, etc. Neat and 925-788-2104 dependable. 10 years experience in Rossmoor. References available. Javier, 925-890-6715. BRE# 00895225 [email protected] Rossmoor Realty, 1641 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek CA 94595 34A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016

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INDEPENDENT EXPERIENCED TRUSTWORTHY, HONEST, Caregiv- 30-YEAR REGISTERED NURSE caregiver- full or part time. Excel- er: 30 years experience (19 years Caring, compassionate, will take lent Rossmoor references. Efficient in Rossmoor) with excellent-plus excellent care of you or loved one. and can help with medication, diet references and 33 years good DMV Grooming, meal preparation, med- Sister Team and exercise. Reasonable rates. record. Elderly care nurse skilled ications, errands, appointments, S elling Homes in Rossmoor & The East Bay Call 925-216-0757 or 925-325- in hospice care, very dependable. light housekeeping. Excellent 6677. Call Eva, 510-610-1550. Rossmoor references. Current client is moving. Call Kimberly, 925- Paula J. Gray PRECIOUS HOME CAREGIVERS EXCELLENT CAREGIVER 18 years 518-0514. Realtor® CalBRE #01318156 Offers quality service on non-med- experience. Dependable, honest, 925.899.3428 ical care since 1990. Dependable, reference upon request. Worked [email protected] fully screened, criminal back- with different types of home care; ground check. Rates start at $26/ Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke pa- Caregiver – Resident www.PaulaJGray.com hour. Free assessment. Please call tients, diabetes, help with medica- 925-939-0197. tions. Light cooking and cleaning, CARING CAREGIVERS- Over 10 Meridith Zomalt laundry. Speaks Spanish. Over- years of vast experience providing Broker-Associate CalBRE #01474341 PASSIONATE, HONEST and reliable night, hourly, on-call. Reasonable total patient care. We are 3 profes- 925.899.3550 caregiver. Highly experienced. For rates. Call Juliana, 925-497-9169. sional native Californians. 4-hour [email protected] cooking, cleaning, personal care, minimum. Call Priscilla 925-330- appointments, housekeeping, driv- www.EastBayHomeSales.net HOMECARE PROFESSIONAL 22 0192, Susan 925-788-9605, Betty ing and much more. References, years of nursing experience. Pro- (not an agency) 925-274-3866. acceptable wages and flexible for viding excellent care services to Providing a Luxury Experience anytime of the day/live-in or out. maintain safe, secure and indepen- PASSIONATE HOME HEALTH Ser- for Every Client ... Every Time. Part/full-time caregiver. Call Siu, dent living. Live-in/out. Emma Tui- vicing the elderly back to health 925-705-2802. tavake, CNA. 510-825-7247. providing 24/7 live-in care, direct hourly care. Highly educated, loving, trained as RN, over 7 years PT, dementia care. Assist with exercise and PT. Excellent Rossmoor refer- Coming Soon ences. Mia, 510-593-7066. Fuschia in Eagle Ridge Do You Know Rossmoor? HARD WORKING, TRAINED CMA Beautiful end unit nestled next to open space with convenient location. Rossmoor resident. Personable, Updated kitchen, wood floors, walk-in bathtub, freshly painted interior. professional prompt care for your $1,425,000. loved one. Reasonable rates, flex- • 700 Acres Open Space ible hours. Attention to details. Great references. Experienced in • 6 Miles Hiking Space memory loss care. Call Suzi, 925- 708-1306.

• 27 Holes of Golf HELLO NEIGHBORS! Rossmoor resident can provide caregiving ser- The Pereira Team vices in Rossmoor. Years of expe- Dianne & John rience caring for seniors and can To learn more contact: BRE #01332827/00332986 assist you with shopping, cooking, household chores and physical (925) 297-0321 therapy needs. Nonsmoker, very Cal BRE #01347857 reliable and trustworthy. Reason- Kim Kokes [email protected] able rates and excellent references. Please call for part time or full time. 925-787-0351 • [email protected] RE/MAX Accord – Lafayette 510-918-6875. Selling or Buying? It’s easier than you think Clients love us because we leave nothing to chance. Like your personal project manager, we manage every step and keep you informed. Highly specialized expertise means we anticipate challenges well before they can become a problem. When you demand excellence, we are here to help. It’s all up to you, call now.

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NEED SHORT-TERM HELP Book- Wanted Room/Shared Housing Companion/Assistant Housecleaning keeper to refresh me on Quick- Books 2016. (Mac computer). 2 NEWLY RETIRED COUPLE seek- All Rossmoor leases and hrs, 2 times/month. $20/hour. In ing furnished 2-month rental Feb- room rentals are invalid HELPING HANDS/PERSONAL As- CLEAN AS THE SPRING House Rossmoor. Susie, 248-417-1248. ruary and March while they look unless approved by the sistant. Transportation to doctor cleaning services. Offering a pro- for a home to buy in Rossmoor. No appropriate Mutual Board. appointments, grocery/clothes fessional, thorough and honest job. pets/nonsmokers. No commission shopping, errands, etc. I am reli- Fairly priced, our major concern is involved. Contact Diane Reilly, SHARED HOUSING with separate 1 able, honest and caring. Rossmoor to see you happy with our work! 145 Real Estate Realtor, 510-206-2903 or diane@ BD/1 BA in Rossmoor. Remodeled references. I would love to help Rossmoor references, licensed/in- sold4sure.com kitchen, balcony with view, wood you! Call Linda at 925-825-2181. surance available. 925-435-8680. For Sale laminate floors. No smoking, No PROFESSIONAL WORKING cou- pets. $1,200/month includes util- BETTER HEALTH CARE 14 years “ELISA’S HOUSECLEANING” Over WATERFORD 2 BD/2 BA unit. Up- ple: Nonsmoker, no pets looking ities. Available now. Call Katrina, experience with strokes, Parkin- 20 years experience in Rossmoor for one-year rental. 2 BD/2 or 1 BA 408-781-3366. son’s and dementia. Personal care, with many repeat clients. We’ll graded kitchen, bath, lighting throughout. Price $339,000. Con- starting Jan. 1, 2017. Interested in exercises, cooking, housekeeping clean your home back to tip-top possible option to buy. Please call and medication. BBB accredited. shape, from rooms to inside oven tact owner, Lynn Prakash, 925- 963-8418. Will consider lease-to- Rena, 707-477-8062 or email ren- Short hours fine or 24/7. Negotiable and patio. Call 925-212-6831 or [email protected] 180 Pets rate. 925-330-4760 or 650-580- email [email protected]. own. 6334. Credit card accepted. RECENTLY RETIRED FORMER OVERNIGHT DOG SITTING in my banker seeking long-term rental in home with pick-up and delivery HOUSE CLEANING Walnut Creek- PLEASANT, PROFESSIONAL, kind Rossmoor. Can move in at anytime. available. Spayed/neutered small based, independently-owned house eal state and supportive local woman would 150 R E Two bedrooms is ideal, with out- dogs only. Bonded, insured. En- cleaning service. Rossmoor resident, love to cook for you, drive you to door space, but I am flexible. Great joy your vacation without worry- references available upon request. For Rent appointments, do laundry. Great credit and references. Call Jennie ing about your darling dog. Auntie Call Roxana at 925-212-0330 or visit references. I work for a Rossmoor All Rossmoor leases and or John, 415-269-9262. Pat’s Pets. References available. www.roxanashousecleaning.com woman now. Call Mariann at 925- room rentals are invalid 925-930-8871. 777-1767. SEEKING FURNISHED LEVEL-IN 1- HOUSECLEANING/WINDOWS unless approved by the or 2-bedroom for family members. DOG AND HOME WATCH: Retired, Professional with 20 years of ex- SENIOR 4 SENIORS Available for appropriate Mutual Board. Ideal tenants, clean, quiet, non- local teacher available for live- perience and excellent referenc- driving errands, medical appoint- smokers/no pets. Lease beginning in home/pet care: walks, special es. Affordable. Job big or small— ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR re- ments, light housekeeping and December/January. Flexible on needs are fine. Also, included while not a problem. Call Martin, 925- modeled and reconfigured single companionship. $25/hour. Also length of lease. Katherine Brown, you’re away are a clean home, 366-9125. story/level-in Cascade model with available through the holidays. 925-448-8110. laundry and a stocked refrigerator. Let’s meet, Call Barbara, 925-352- beautiful sweeping views. Fully fur- TIRED OF CLEANING Companies and References. Dede, 925-699-7722. 4422. nished with high quality furniture, UNFURNISHED 2-BEDROOM Start- strangers cleaning your home? Your dishes, pots, pans, staples, sound solution is “Leti’s” I am experienced ing January 1, (start date flexible) DO YOU NEED YOUR dog or cat RELIABLE, HONEST, FRIENDLY system, queen bed and Murphy for 6 months to one year. I am a pampered? Call Robin at 925-407- Experienced, 52-year-old female and work alone. Very detail orient- bed, simply everything. Just bring ed and pet friendly. I work with love retired lawyer, responsible and re- 5343 for pet sitting, dog walking, personal assistant seeking posi- suitcase. $3,800/month, 3-month spectful of your concerns and prop- light grooming and poop scooping. tion. Cooking, light cleaning, laun- and care to your specifications and rental. Agent Lori Young, 925-787- wishes. My satisfied customers will erty. 310-395-6298. Experienced pet care with excellent dry, shopping, errands, diet, exer- 6357. references and reasonable rates. cise, and companionship. I will help be happy to give references. Please SUPER NICE, CLEAN, classy, re- give me a call at 925-395-1686 for a you get through your day, while we 2 BD/1 BA SEQUOIA Upstairs unit, spectful lady seeking furnished PAWS ‘N’ PURRS PET SERVICE free estimate. Leticia Flizicoski. have fun! 4-hour minimum, very great views of Mt. Diablo, fur- rental (1- or 2-bedroom) for De- Loving attention for your pets. Dog reasonable rates. Call Ligia, 209- nished, W/D, close to Fitness Cen- cember to March months (flexible). walking and cat care. Call Angela, 914-5699. ter. Available February, March and Please call or text Rod (son) at 997-4795 for cat claw clipping and Miscellaneous April. $2,100/month. Call 925-222- 209-662-5441. dog walking, or Kathy, 932-0734, ATTENTIVE & TRUSTWORTHY 1129. Rossmoor residents. Health and Wellness counselor “RENT-A-GENT” House, garden, MAKE HOLIDAY MONEY! Waterford would love to help you with exercise repair, clean home/garage, haul- resident’s grandson and family THE CAT WHISPERER would love to COMPLETELY REMODELED Sono- and nutritional guidance, cleaning ing. Just name it! Young, strong, seek manor to rent for Dec. 21-25. care for your cat/s. I promise that I ma Wrap available for immedi- and organizing, shopping and er- reliable, reasonable. References. Nonsmoker/no pets. Please help will know his/her personality before ate 1-year lease. Inside laundry rands, great with pets. Rossmoor Walnut Creek resident. Steve, 925- us out if you can. Call Suzanne, you return. Rate $14/visit. Please hookups, hardwood flooring, walk References. Call Maureen, 831- 285-6993. Thank you! 510-828-0322. call or text me at 389-1129. 277-3839 or 831-236-8698. in shower, unfurnished. $2,600/ I BUY, SELL AND APPRAISE U.S. month plus security deposit. Call and world coins and currency. 36- Jacklynn, 925-628-1827. year resident of Moraga will come More Pets on page 38A Driver/Errands to your home upon request. Bruce SONOMA WRAP 2 BD/2 BA Down- Berman, Moraga Numismatics. stairs unit, inside laundry, fur- EXPERIENCED, PROFESSIONAL Better Business Bureau member. nished, close to Gateway and Fit- driver available to Rossmoor res- PCGS and NGC Dealer. 925-283- ness Center. Available 1/10/17 to idents for door-to-door service to 9205. Go to www.sf-bay-area-col- 2/7/17 for $2,500. 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TRAVEL PLANS COMING UP? I’ll 2006-0057696-00, of Official Records in APN: 266-230-015 TS No: CA08001731-16- net Web site address listed below for infor- STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A give your pet the loving care they the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa 1 TO No: 95310249-55 NOTICE OF TRUST- mation regarding the sale of this property, CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL so deserve. My home or yours, can County, California, executed by: ASHARFUN EE’S SALE (The above statement is made using the file number assigned to this case, SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, take care of yard or indoor plants NISHA HAFIZ, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) CA08001731-16-1. Information about post- SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS too. Dog walking or cat care any- HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as (1). The Summary will be provided to Trus- ponements that are very short in duration BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE time. Rossmoor resident, excellent Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO tor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursu- or that occur close in time to the scheduled FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO references. Debra Marcus, 925- THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable ant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) sale may not immediately be reflected in the BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE NORTH 708-2719. in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF telephone information or on the Internet SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER check drawn by a state or national bank, TRUST DATED November 2, 1993. UNLESS Web site. The best way to verify postpone- OUTSIDE NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT TONY THE DOG WALKER Jump on a check drawn by a state or federal credit YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR ment information is to attend the scheduled 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 the bone and let me get your dog union, or a check drawn by a state or federal PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUB- sale. Date: November 8, 2016 MTC Financial all right, title and interest conveyed to and movin’! I’ve worked for Rossmoor savings and loan association, savings LIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08001731- now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the residents for over 10 years. I’m a association, or savings bank specified in OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS 16-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 property situated in said County and State reliable dog lover with reasonable section 5102 of the Financial Code and AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 described as: Lot 78, Map of Subdivision rates. Call 925-451-8331. authorized to do business in this state). All LAWYER. On December 15, 2016 at 10:00 Stephanie Hoy, Authorized Signatory SALE 2794, filed May 23, 1962, Map Book 87, right, title and interest conveyed to and now AM, at the north side of the Pittsburg Civic INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE Page 30, Contra Costa County Records. MUST LOVE DOGS Mobile pet held by it under said Deed of Trust in the Center near the grass located at 65 Civic AT www.insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMAT- Excepting therefrom: The mineral rights, grooming. Owner is a Rossmoor property situated in said County and state, Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565, MTC Fi- ED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: “An undivided One-half (1/2) interest in and resident! Grooming (cut, shampoo, and as more fully described in the above nancial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 Trustee to all minerals, oil, other hydrocarbons, gas nails, glands), dog walking, over- referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to Corps may be acting as a debt collector at- and all associated substances existing in night pet sitting. Gift Certificates 12/12/2016 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the power of sale contained in that certain tempting to collect a debt. Any information or on said real property together with the Available! Call Jan for pricing esti- the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center Deed of Trust recorded on November 5, obtained may be used for that purpose. right to explore, drill for, extract, take from, mate: 510-552-6450. near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, 1993 as Instrument No. 93 314396, of of- ISL Number 23847, Pub Dates: 11/16/2016, remove and dispose of One-half (1/2) of any Pittsburg, CA The street address and other 11/23/2016, 11/30/2016, ROSSMOOR or all said minerals, oil, other hydrocarbons, ARE YOU IN NEED OF A DOG or ficial records in the Office of the Recorder common designation, if any, of the real NEWS gas and all associated substances from cat sitter? Need someone to pro- of Contra Costa County, California, execut- property described above is purported Legal RN 6086 said real property, below a depth of five vide love and care for your animals ed by DAVID TARNOWSKI, as Trustor(s), to be: 1160 SNYDER LANE, WALNUT Publish Nov. 16, 23 and 30, 2016 hundred (500) feet from the surface thereof, while you’re away? I can provide in favor of CALIFORNIA FEDERAL BANK, CREEK, CA 94598 The undersigned Trustee by wells, equipment and means located on care in my home or yours! Contact A FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK as Beneficiary, disclaims any liability for any incorrectness the surface of adjacent land and extended via text or call Karen Lavrischeff, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK of the street address and other common into said real property herein conveyed and 510-386-1673. HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the 555 Escobar St. designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale hereinabove described at a point or points United States, all payable at the time of sale, P.O. Box 350 will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but below a depth of five hundred (500) feet that certain property situated in said County, Martinez, CA 94553-3075 without covenant or warranty, expressed from the surface of said real property,” as California describing the land therein as: AS FILED: Oct. 27, 2016 or implied, regarding title, possession, reserved in the Deed from FV Developers, MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF T. Lawson, Deputy County Clerk Legal Notices or encumbrances, to pay the remaining Inc., Recorded December 9, 1964, Book TRUST The property heretofore described is Contra Costa County principal sum of the note(s) secured by 4759, Page 645, Contra Costa County being sold “as is”. The street address and FILE NO. F2016-0006519-00 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, other common designation, if any, of the Official Records. The street address and 555 Escobar St. as provided in said note(s), advances, if other common designation, if any, of the real real property described above is purported FICTITIOUS BUSINESS P.O. Box 350 any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, property described above is purported to be: to be: 233 MELODY LANE, ORINDA, CA NAME STATEMENT Martinez, CA 94553-3075 estimated fees, charges and expenses of the 2377 ROYAL OAKS DR ALAMO, CA 94507 94563 The undersigned Trustee disclaims The following person(s) are doing FILED: Oct. 27, 2016 Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed The undersigned Trustee disclaims any any liability for any incorrectness of the business as: Christopher Cast Creative, M. Fuhrer, Deputy County Clerk of Trust, to-wit: $2,194,998.50 (Estimated). liability for any incorrectness of the street street address and other common designa- 3011 Windmill Canyon Drive, Clayton, Contra Costa County Accrued interest and additional advances, tion, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be address and other common designation, if FILE NO. F2016-0006540-00 CA 94517, Contra Costa County if any, will increase this figure prior to made without covenant or warranty, express any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, sale. It is possible that at the time of sale or implied, regarding title, possession, or but without covenant or warranty, express FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Christopher Dane Cast the opening bid may be less than the total encumbrances, to pay the remaining princi- or implied, regarding title, possession, NAME STATEMENT 3011 Windmill Canyon Drive indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL pal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed condition, or encumbrances, including The following person(s) are doing Clayton, CA 94517 BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee business as: Spell-it-Out Photos, 1480 this property lien, you should understand and of the trusts created by said Deed of in said Note(s), advances if any, under the Business conducted by an Individual. Moraga Rd. Suite C, Box 163, Moraga, that there are risks involved in bidding at Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, The registrant(s) commenced to CA 94556, Contra Costa County a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. charges and expenses of the Trustee and transact business under the fictitious lien, not on the property itself. Placing the The total amount of the unpaid balance of of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. business name listed above. Lynn C. McAuliffe highest bid at a trustee auction does not the obligation secured by the property to The total amount of the unpaid balance of s/Christopher Cast 6 Thune Ave. automatically entitle you to free and clear be sold and reasonable estimated costs, the obligations secured by the property to This statement was filed with Joseph Moraga, CA 94556 ownership of the property. You should also expenses and advances at the time of the be sold and reasonable estimated costs, ex- E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra be aware that the lien being auctioned off penses and advances at the time of the initial initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: Business conducted by an Individual. Costa County, on date indicated by file may be a junior lien. If you are the highest publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $1,098,561.40 If the Trustee is unable to The registrant(s) commenced to stamp. bidder at the auction, you are or may be estimated to be $398,584.01 (Estimated). convey title for any reason, the successful transact business under the fictitious T. Lawson responsible for paying off all liens senior However, prepayment premiums, accrued bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall business name listed above on 9-1-2008. Deputy County Clerk to the lien being auctioned off, before you interest and advances will increase this fig- be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, s/Lynn C. McAuliffe Legal RN 6083 can receive clear title to the property. You ure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said and the successful bidder shall have no This statement was filed with Joseph Publish Nov. 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2016 are encouraged to investigate the existence, sale may include all or part of said amount. further recourse. The beneficiary under E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra priority, and size of outstanding liens that In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a said Deed of Trust heretofore executed Costa County, on date indicated by file may exist on this property by contacting the cashier’s check drawn on a state or national CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK and delivered to the undersigned a written stamp. county recorder’s office or a title insurance bank, a check drawn by a state or federal 555 Escobar St. Declaration of Default and Demand for M. Fuhrer, Deputy County Clerk company, either of which may charge you credit union or a check drawn by a state or P.O. Box 350 Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Legal RN 6081 a fee for this information. If you consult federal savings and loan association, sav- Martinez, CA 94553-3075 Election to Sell. The undersigned caused Publish Nov. 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2016 either of these resources, you should be ings association or savings bank specified FILED: Oct. 31, 2016 said Notice of Default and Election to Sell aware that the same lender may hold more in Section 5102 of the California Financial H. Franklin, Deputy County Clerk to be recorded in the county where the real CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Code and authorized to do business in Cal- Contra Costa County property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL 555 Escobar St. property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: ifornia, or other such funds as may be ac- FILE NO. F2016-0006584-00 BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on Martinez, CA 94553 The sale date shown on this notice of sale ceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender this property lien, you should understand (925) 335-7900 may be postponed one or more times by the other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may FICTITIOUS BUSINESS that there are risks involved in bidding at FILED: Oct. 27, 2016 mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed NAME STATEMENT a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a M. Fuhrer, County Clerk pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Upon Sale until funds become available to The following person(s) are doing lien, not on the property itself. Placing the Contra Costa County Civil Code. The law requires that information the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. business as: Urban Crawfish, 2741 Lone highest bid at a trustee auction does not about trustee sale postponements be The property offered for sale excludes all Tree Way, Antioch, CA 94509, Contra automatically entitle you to free and clear STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT made available to you and to the public, funds held on account by the property re- Costa County ownership of the property. You should also OF USE OF FICTITIOUS as a courtesy to those not present at the ceiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable be aware that the lien being auctioned off Urban Group Limited Liability Co. BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT sale. If you wish to learn whether your to convey title for any reason, the successful may be a junior lien. If you are the highest 1160 Meadow Lane #46 The following person has abandoned sale date has been postponed, and, if bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be bidder at the auction, you are or may be Concord, CA 94520 the use of the fictitious business name: applicable, the rescheduled time and date the return of monies paid to the Trustee and responsible for paying off all liens senior Spell-it-out Photos at 1485 Moraga Rd. for the sale of this property, you may call, the successful bidder shall have no further to the lien being auctioned off, before you Business conducted by a Limited Suite I, Box 163, Moraga, CA 94556: 916-939-0772 for information regarding recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you can receive clear title to the property. You Liability Co. The ficticious business name referred the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet are considering bidding on this property are encouraged to investigate the existence, The registrant(s) commenced to to above was filed in Contra Costa Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, lien, you should understand that there are priority, and size of outstanding liens that transact business under the fictitious County on 2/21/14 under file number for information regarding the sale of this risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auc- may exist on this property by contacting the business name listed above. 2014-0001228-00. property, using the file number assigned tion. You will be bidding on a lien, not on county recorder’s office or a title insurance s/Kim Nguyen, Secretary to this case, T.S.# 9448-8838. Information the property itself. Placing the highest bid company, either of which may charge you This statement was filed with Joseph Sue Tenerowicz about postponements that are very short at a Trustee auction does not automatically a fee for this information. If you consult E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra 10 Magee Ct. in duration or that occur close in time to entitle you to free and clear ownership of the either of these resources, you should be Costa County, on date indicated by file Moraga, CA 94556 the scheduled sale may not immediately property. You should also be aware that the aware that the same lender may hold more stamp. be reflected in the telephone information lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. than one mortgage or deed of trust on the H. Franklin Lynn McAuliffe or on the internet Web site. The best way If you are the highest bidder at the auction, property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: Deputy County Clerk 6 Thune Ave. to verify postponement information is to you are or may be responsible for paying off The sale date shown on this notice of sale Legal RN 6084 Moraga, CA attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee all liens senior to the lien being auctioned may be postponed one or more times by the Publish Nov. 16, 23, 30 and Dec. 7, 2016 is unable to convey title for any reason, off, before you can receive clear title to the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, This business was conducted by a the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive property. You are encouraged to investigate pursuant to Section 2924g of the California general partnership. remedy shall be the return of monies paid Civil Code. The law requires that information the existence, priority, and size of outstand- T.S. No. 020577-CA APN: 193-302-019-8 /s/Lynn C. McAuliffe to the Trustee and the successful bidder about trustee sale postponements be made ing liens that may exist on this property by NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to This statement was filed with the shall have no further recourse. NBS Default available to you and to the public, as a contacting the county recorder’s office or CA Civil Code 2923.3 IMPORTANT NOTICE County Clerk of Contra Costa County, Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 courtesy to those not present at the sale. a title insurance company, either of which TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN on date indicated by file stamp. Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For If you wish to learn whether your sale date may charge you a fee for this information. DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED J.E. Canciamilla, County Clerk Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www. has been postponed, and, if applicable, If you consult either of these resources, you 12/21/2002. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION Legal RN 6082 nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-939- the rescheduled time and date for the should be aware that the same Lender may TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY Publish Nov. 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2016 0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Nicole sale of this property, you may call (844) hold more than one mortgage or Deed of BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED Rodriguez, Foreclosure Associate This 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site Trust on the property. Notice to Property AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE communication is an attempt to collect WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file T.S. No.: 9448-8838 TSG Order No.: Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD a debt and any information obtained number assigned to this case 020577-CA. 1504609 A.P.N.: 139-040-019-8 NOTICE Sale may be postponed one or more times CONTACT A LAWYER will be used for that purpose. However, On 12/14/2016 at Information about postponements that OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or if you have received a discharge of the 1:30 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly are very short in duration or that occur UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy appointed trustee under and pursuant close in time to the scheduled sale may not 02/16/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION California Civil Code. The law requires that proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose to Deed of Trust recorded 1/7/2003, as immediately be reflected in the telephone TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY information about Trustee Sale postpone- personal liability upon you for payment of Instrument No. 2003-0007420-00, of information or on the Internet Web site. BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU ments be made available to you and to the that debt. In the event you have received a Official Records in the office of the County The best way to verify postponement NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE public, as a courtesy to those not present at bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce Recorder of Contra Costa County, State information is to attend the scheduled sale. OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, the sale. If you wish to learn whether your the debt will be taken against the property of CALIFORNIA executed by: NORMAN FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS sale date has been postponed, and, if appli- only. NPP0295279 To: ROSSMOOR NEWS L BARNES AND JEANNETTE A BARNES, CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed cable, the rescheduled time and date for the 11/16/2016, 11/23/2016, 11/30/2016 HUSBAND AND WIFE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117 Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale of this property, you may call In Source AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, Legal RN 6085 Legal RN 6088 sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Logic at 702-659-7766 for information re- CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR Publish Nov. 16, 23 and 30, 2016 Publish Nov. 23, 30 and Dec. 7, 2016 Recorded 02/24/2006 as Document No.: garding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Inter- NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 39A

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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK estimated fees, charges and expenses of charges and expenses of the Trustee for liens that may exist on this property by 555 Escobar St. the Trustee, to-wit: $22,106.34 Estimated the total amount (at the time of the initial contacting the county recorder’s office or P.O. Box 350 Accrued interest, and additional advances, publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably a title insurance company, either of which Martinez, CA 94553-3075 if any, will increase this figure prior to estimated to be set forth below. The amount may charge you a fee for this information. FILED: Nov. 9, 2016 sale. The claimant under said Notice of may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: If you consult either of these resources, H. Franklin, Deputy County Clerk Lien Assessment heretofore executed and EDUARDO QUINTONG AND ELIZABETH you should be aware that the same lender Contra Costa County delivered to the undersigned a written QUINTONG, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT may hold more than one mortgage or FILE NO. F2016-0006727-00 Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: The deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO and a written Notice of Default and Election Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice (1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED 5/15/2006 as Instrument No. 2006- on this notice of sale may be postponed one NAME STATEMENT of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT 0151874-00 of Official Records in the office or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, The following person(s) are doing in the county where the real property is PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section business as: Service Real Estate, 1555 located and more than three months have THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS California, Street Address or other common 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law Riviera Ave., Ste. E, Walnut Creek, CA elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR designation of real property: 11 NORLYN requires that information about trustee sale 94596, Contra Costa County POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF DRIVE WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596 A .P.N.: postponements be made available to you bidding on this property lien, you should INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED 178-371-021 Date of Sale: 12/21/2016 at and to the public, as a courtesy to those Linda L. Servis understand that there are risks involved TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR. YOU 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side of not present at the sale. If you wish to learn 3460 Vista Oaks Drive #109 in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass whether your sale date has been postponed, Martinez, CA 94553 bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. DATED 4/24/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and and date for the sale of this property, Business conducted by an Individual. does not automatically entitle you to free and IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF other charges: $1,033,611.76, estimated you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this The registrant(s) commenced to clear ownership of the property. You should YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE The undersigned Trustee disclaims any Internet Web site www.nationwideposting. transact business under the fictitious also be aware that the lien being auctioned NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST liability for any incorrectness of the street com, using the file number assigned to business name listed above. off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. address or other common designation, this case 13-3357-11. Information about s/Linda L. Servis bidder at the auction, you are or may be A public auction sale to the highest bidder if any, shown above. If no street address postponements that are very short in This statement was filed with Joseph responsible for paying off all liens senior for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or other common designation is shown, duration or that occur close in time to the E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra to the lien being auctioned off, before you or national bank, check drawn by a state directions to the location of the property may scheduled sale may not immediately be Costa County, on date indicated by file can receive clear title to the property. You or federal credit union, or a check drawn be obtained by sending a written request to reflected in the telephone information or on stamp. are encouraged to investigate the existence, by a state or federal savings and loan the beneficiary within 10 days of the date the Internet Web site. The best way to verify H. Franklin priority, and size of outstanding liens that association, or savings association, or of first publication of this Notice of Sale. postponement information is to attend Deputy County Clerk may exist on this property by contacting the savings bank specified in Section 5102 of NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are the scheduled sale. Date: 11/15/2016 The Legal RN 6087 county recorder’s office or a title insurance the Financial Code and authorized to do considering bidding on this property lien, Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Publish Nov. 16, 23, 30 and Dec. 7, 2016 company, either of which may charge you business in this state will be held by the you should understand that there are risks Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 a fee for this information. If you consult duly appointed trustee as shown below, of involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 either of these resources, you should be all right, title, and interest conveyed to and will be bidding on a lien, not on the property Sale Information Only: 916-939-0772 www. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK aware that the same lender may hold more now held by the trustee in the hereinafter itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee nationwideposting.com Darlene Clark, 555 Escobar St. than one mortgage or deed of trust on the described property under and pursuant auction does not automatically entitle you Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED P.O. Box 350 property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: to a Deed of Trust described below. The to free and clear ownership of the property. THAT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING Martinez, CA 94553-3075 The sale date shown on this notice of sale sale will be made, but without covenant or You should also be aware that the lien being AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING FILED: Oct. 27, 2016 may be postponed one or more times by the warranty, expressed or implied, regarding auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION L. Spence, Deputy County Clerk mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the highest bidder at the auction, you are or YOU PROVIDE WILL BE USED FOR THAT Contra Costa County pursuant to Section 2924g of California Civil the remaining principal sum of the note(s) may be responsible for paying off all liens PURPOSE. NPP0296436 To: ROSSMOOR FILE NO. F2016-0006529-00 Code. The law requires that information secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest senior to the lien being auctioned off, before NEWS 11/30/2016, 12/07/2016, 12/14/2016 about trustee sale postponements be and late charges thereon, as provided in you can receive clear title to the property. Legal RN 6091 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS made available to you and to the public, as the note(s), advances, under the terms of You are encouraged to investigate the Publish Sept. 21, 28 and Oct. 5, 2016 NAME STATEMENT a courtesy to those not present at the sale. the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, existence, priority, and size of outstanding The following person(s) are doing If you wish to learn whether your sale date business as: ITkid, 20 High Eagle Road, has been postponed, and, if applicable, the Call to find out if you may walk the golf course Alamo, CA 94507, Contra Costa County rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call STOX Posting Residents may walk Rossmoor’s golf 7 a.m. Tuesday through Sunday and on Mon- Maxwell Nunan & Publishing, LLC (844) 477-7869 or visit courses on days when they are closed. They days when tournaments are held. 20 High Eagle Road this Internet Web site www.stoxposting.com are closed on most Mondays and on other days Don't walk on the course during golfing Alamo, CA 94507 using the file number assigned to this case 852657. Information about postponements when conditions are not appropriate for golf- days even if nobody is golfing. Serious inju- Business conducted by an Individ- that are very short in duration or that occur ing. To find out if the course is closed, call the ries can result from golf balls, as well as cart ual. close in time to the scheduled sale may not Pro Shop, 988-7861. The shop is open daily at accidents. The registrant(s) commenced to immediately be reflected in the telephone transact business under the fictitious information or on the Internet Web site. The business name listed above. best way to verify postponement information s/Maxwell Nunan is to attend the scheduled sale. Dated: This statement was filed with Joseph November 10, 2016 PRO SOLUTIONS 2101 Rossmoor E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra W. 10th Street, Suite C Antioch, CA 94509 Costa County, on date indicated by file (925) 432-8884 Tori C. Friess Association stamp. Agent Trustee Sale No.: 852657 EXHIBIT L. Spence “A” A CONDOMINIUM COMPRISED OF: Home Service Contract Deputy County Clerk PARCEL ONE: Unit No. 14, consisting of Legal RN 6089 Apartment No. 4, designated on the Map Publish Nov. 23, 30, Dec. 7 and 14, 2016 entitled Subdivision 3100, which map was * filed in the Office of the Recorder of the Only $200 per Year for Cooperatives and Title Order No.: 160022181 Trustee Sale County of Contra Costa, State of California No.:852657 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE on November 15, 1962 in Volume 90 of Maps * YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE at Page 15. PARCEL TWO: An undivided $250 per Year for Condominiums OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENTS. UNLESS 23,9501672,600 interest In the fee title to YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR thecommon area as the same is designated PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC on the above mentioned Map of Subdivision Income generated lowers the GRF coupon SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION 3100. PARCEL THREE: Appurtenant, non- OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS exclusive easements: (1) “For ingress and Experienced Rossmoor staff perform all repairs AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A egress through the common area and for LAWYER. On December 21, 2016 at 9:00 maintenance of said Unit No. 4, through Most parts included in service AM, Pro Solutions, as the duly appointed all other units and through the common Trustee pursuant to the Notice of Lien area.” (2) For encroachments upon the Assessment, filed by Rheem Terrace, common area or upon the other units for the Friendly office staff are familiar with your Mutual policies recorded on May 20, 2015 as Document portions of the buildings constituting said Number 2015-0100978-00, of Official unit No.4,resulting from setting or anyother Records in the Office of the Recorder of cause other than thewillful actof thegrantee COVERED: • Air Conditioners • Drapery Rods Contra Costa, California, property owned as said easements are described in and by: Mrs. Christine Rein. WILL SELL AT conveyed by thatcertain deed from ROS • Electrical Repair • Refrigerator • Battery PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER Investment Company to Blanche Reynolds, FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful dated January 31, 1964 and recordedmarch • Plumbing Repair • Oven, Range & Installation money of the United States, by cash, a 3, 1964, Book 4565, Official Records, Page cashier’s check drawn by a state or national 565. PARCEL FOUR: Appurtenant exclusive • Plugged Drains & Hood • Closet Doors bank, a check drawn by a state or federal easements in those portions of thecommon credit union, or a check drawn by a state area designated on said mapof Subdivision Toilets • Dishwasher • Sliding Doors or federal savings and loan association, 3100 as Patio No. 4 and Carport No. 5 as business in this state). At: behind the Civic described in and conveyed by said deed • Garbage • Furnace • Stuck Garage Center Designation Sign at the Corner of from RDS Investment Company to Blanche Willow Pass Road and Parkside Drive, Reynolds dated January 31, 1964 and Disposal • Washer & Dryer Door 1900 Parkside Drive, Concord, CA 94519, recorded March 3, 1964, Book 4565. Official all right, title and interest under said Notice Records, Page 565. PARCEL FIVE: The • Bathroom Fans • Water Heater • “Helping Hand” of Lien Assessment in the property situated undivided 23,5001672,600 interest granted in said County, describing the land therein: in the deed from Western Title Guaranty • Light Fixtures • Window & Deck Services as per Grant Deed, See Exhibit “A” attached Company, Contra Costa County Division, hereto and made a part hereof. Assessors’ recorded March 3, 1964, Book 4565, Official • Table & Floor Shades • And MUCH More... Parcel Number: 256-120-014-4 Said Records, Page 568, in the reversion or sale shall be subject to a 90 day right of possibility of reverter in all units designated Lamps • Carpentry Jobs redemption period per the requirements of on said mapof Subdivision 3100 created Mark the California Civil Code section 5715(b). by that certain deed from Western Title *Price as of Jan. 1, 2016 Your Handyman Guy The street address and other common Guaranty Company, Contra Costa County designation, if any, of the real property Division, to ROS Investment Company, dated described above is purported to be: 651 January 24, 1963 and recorded January Moraga Road Unit 14, Moraga, CA 94556 24,1963, Book 4289, Official Records, Page 421. END OF LEGAL DESCRIPTION GOLDEN RAIN The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street Legal RN 6090 address and other common designation, if Publish Nov. 23, 30 and Dec. 7, 2016 any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, Hdman y an Service but without covenant or warranty, expressed T.S. No. 13-3357-11 or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining For service or questions, call 988-7650 principal sum due under said Notice of Lien Assessment, with interest thereon, as Email: [email protected] provided in said notice, advances, if any, Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 41A

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Maria Eberle Holly Fitzsimmons Jackie Giffin Nancy Granberg Mary Ellen Highfield Lynne Keefer Kim Kokes Linda Landgraf Cindy Maddux 478-7190 997-1001 951-7021 200-3374 216-8988 330-3356 787-0351 876-0311 285-7903 Clubs • BRIDGE • CALENDAR • EXCURSIONS • Re ligion • Obis t • TV Rossmoor News Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Section B • Page 1B SPORTS C huck Leong named new president of Men’s Golf Club Curtis Mitchell sweeps RMGC titles, nicknamed ‘Keeper Sweeper’ By Don Carpiaux Club correspondent

The Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club (RMGC) gathered on Nov. 14 for its fall annual Members Awards Dinner at the Event Center. The fes- tivities commenced with a Thanksgiving-style dinner catered by Creekside Grill. After dinner, new board members were elected. The 2017 RMGC president will be Chuck Leong. He announced his board for the upcoming year: President Elect/Home and Home Co-Chairman Fred Sun; Secretary Pat Iac- ullo; Treasurer Dick Walsh; Tournament Chairman Curtis Mitchell; Membership Chair- man Michael Weisenberg; RMGC Director Cup winner Colin Ferrett, left, and flight win- Communication Chairman ners Chuck Moran, Jay Meaden, Bill Herrick and Cecil Chang. Jack Meng; Home and Home tor of Golf Mark Heptig pro- staff. Then Heptig listed all the Co-Chairman Michael Kief- vided insights to Rossmoor’s golf course improvements and Men’s Golf Club President Dickey Nitta, left, congratulates er; Twilight Chairman Steve future during their respective repairs completed during 2016 Curtis Mitchell on his sweep of the Member/Guest Invitational, Pinter; Food and Beverage speeches. - an impressive list. Of course, Stroke Play, Match Play and Member/Member championships. Chairman Bryan Burnett; O’Keefe spoke on the taking out the oak tree on hole Handicap Chairman Edwin uniqueness of the Rossmoor 14 still wasn’t on the list. Kung and Past President Dick- community and, unlike other Awards and recognition ey Nitta. developments, Rossmoor can The dinner and awards were Congratulations to the new continue to improve its infra- the highlight of the evening. 2017 RMGC board. These structure through the transfer Throughout the year, RMGC chairmen will be looking for fees collected. He also hinted has awarded over $20,000 in members to be part of their that Rossmoor’s drivers real- Pro Shop credits for tourna- committees. If interested ly don’t know what 25 MPH ment winners during 2016. in volunteering to help the means. Everyone is asked to Recognition was given to the RMGC, contact Leong or any please slow down to protect winners of the major tourna- of the 2017 board members. everything! ments – Directors Cup, Match After dinner, the member- Heptig began by acknowl- Play, Stroke Play and Member/ ship listened to two key speak- edging all the members of his Member Championships. RMGC Member/Member flight winners are, from left, Darrell ers. Golden Rain Foundation staff including the hard-work- The Directors Cup was pre- Webb, Bryan Burnett, Michael Weisenberg and Jerry Wein- CEO Tim O’Keefe and Direc- ing maintenance and Pro Shop Continued on page 2B stein. T able Tennis Club to hold holiday party Dec. 9 Rossmoor golf clubs plan The Rossmoor Table Tennis tea and water at the dining ta- include championship trophy Club will hold its annual hol- bles. presentations and drawings for holiday party at Event Center iday dinner party on Friday, The cost for members is door prizes, including a $100 The Rossmoor golf clubs will have a holiday party on Sat- Dec. 9, in the Fireside Room at $20 and guests, $30. All social gift card, in addition to multi- urday, Dec. 10, at 5:30 p.m. at the Event Center. There will be Gateway Clubhouse. events are subsidized by the ple additional prizes. holiday hors d’oeuvres, an elaborate dinner, festive music and Catered by Cafe Soleil, the club. The deadline for sign-ups at holiday decor. evening will begin at 5 p.m. Entertainment, organized the clubhouse is Friday, Dec. The Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club, Women’s 18- and nine-hole with appetizers and drinks. by Rita Rosen and performed 2. Checks should be made pay- golf clubs and the Happy Hackers Golf Club will sponsor this Entrées include a choice of by members, includes piano able to RTTC, marked “Holi- year’s party. roasted salmon, chicken Mar- by Dick Bertrand, Hawaiian day Party” on the memo line The entrée is a grilled salmon filet and a certified grass-fed sala or eggplant parmesan. dancing, and Chinese music and dropped in the box at the Angus beef filet mignon. The menu also includes a California Wine and soft drinks will be accompanied by Frank Chui clubhouse foyer. spring salad medley, a twice-baked cheddar potato, vegetable provided at the bar, and there on piano. For information, contact medley and chocolate mascarpone cream for dessert. Beer, wine, will be red and white wine, Other evening events will Fran Free, 949-8806. coffee and tea will be provided during dinner. A vegetarian polenta steak may be ordered and that should be noted on the reservation envelope. Niners play last round of season, plan Throughout the evening, music will be provided by Jack Pol- lard’s Party of Two. This duo sounds like a band. They bring to for holiday luncheon at Event Center life a repertoire of songs that span decades of hits from the 1930s Twenty-six members of the was second and Angie Logs- met meal will be served at to the ‘80s. With selections from jazz and rhythm and blues, Rossmoor Women’s Nine-Hole don third. In Flight 4, Frosty noon. guests can sit back and relax, bop and weave or get up and dance. Golf Club closed out the 2016 Anderson placed first, Car- Club officers for 2017 will The cost is $42.50 per person and envelopes are available in season on Nov. 17. olyn Hensley second and Jan be installed and the Niners’ the Pro Shop. Party-goers may sign up for a table of eight or less. In Flight 1, Sarah Bueh- Butsavich third. Most Improved Player will be Due to the popularity of this event, and all the food prepara- rer came in first and Judy Holiday luncheon announced. tions needed, the reservation envelope must be returned by Mon- Ruble came in second. In The annual holiday lun- The lunch cost is $15. Sig- day, Dec. 5, to the men’s club drawer in the Pro Shop. Flight 2, Joyce Niebur took cheon takes place on Thursday, nup sheets are in the Pro Shop. For information, contact Chuck Leong, men’s club, at 988- first place, with Elaine Mat- Dec. 15, in the Tahoe Room at There will be no regularly 8058; Margo Dutton, Women’s 18-Hole Golf Club, at 650-868- sui and Penny Ittner tied for the Event Center. Social time scheduled play days until next 8641; Karen Wener, Women’s Nine-Hole Golf Club, at 933-1273; second place. will begin at 11:30 a.m. with spring, but Niners are encour- and Mary Lou Delpech, Happy Hackers Golf Club, at 932-6742. In Flight 3, Lou McCorckle complimentary champagne, aged to call the Pro Shop and won first place, Barbara May wine and Martinelli’s. A gour- make their own tee times. 2B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Agnes Shin named winner of 18ers’ low putts tourney By Teddi Swanson In the couple of times there Club correspondent was a tie, it was broken on the back nine. Thirty-eight members of Birdies were made by Clau- the Rossmoor Women’s 18- dia Terry on Hole 4 and The- Hole Golf Club played in a resa Kim on Hole 16. A chip- low putts competition on Nov. in was made by Marian King 17. on Hole 15. Prizes were awarded to the This was last day of group top eight women with the low- shotguns for the 2016 season. est putts in the round of 18. Going forward until spring Agnes Shin was first with 2017, the ladies will need to 28 putts, followed by Peggy make their own tee times and Yamada with 29, Anna Kim set up their own games on with 30, Pat Deisem with 31, Thursdays. Setsuko Yusa with 31, Claudia Club members are remind- Terry with 32, Del Poirer with ed the annual holiday party is 33 and Robin Moreau with 33. on Thursday, Dec. 1. Enjoy hikes with Trail Club Variety of hikes in East Bay are posted on club website There are many East Bay trails that can be hiked safely during Members of the Silver Bullets and the Swimming Saves Lives coordinator wet weather. If you enjoy the outdoors, you’ll enjoy the Trails Club for both physical activity and socializing. Club members enjoy several parties and potlucks throughout Silver Bullet swim lessons helped 10 the year. Members are well-traveled and very friendly. The club offers a variety of hikes in the East Bay every people overcome their fear of the water Wednesday and Saturday. These hikes may be on Mt. Diablo or The Silver Bullets, the Rossmoor division ber, Nancy Thursby, coordinated the pro- at Briones, Redwood Park, Castle Rock or in the Berkeley hills, of the Walnut Creek Masters Swim Team, gram. for example. Occasionally, hikes are planned in San Francisco held its fall session of Swimming Saves Lives Volunteer instructors were Dolly Acker- and in the Marin Headlands. during the first week of November. man, Susie Caso, Janis Hoffman, Paul Jack- On Monday mornings, club members walk around the golf Ten participants were helped to overcome son, Barbara Jordan, Brigitte Lossing, Peg course when the course is closed to golfers. their fear and to begin to learn to enjoy the McPartland, Barbara Phillips, Molly Rossit- Hikers are divided into four groups. Generally, Amblers hike water. Silver Bullets Coach Lisa Walsh led er, Mary Alice Stadum, Daryl Svoboda and three to five miles at a moderate pace with up to 500-foot-ele- the program and Silver Bullets team mem- Ben Wright. vation gain. Ramblers hike five to seven miles. Trekkers hike six to eight miles and Scramblers six to nine miles. Each suc- ceeding group may hike areas with increasing elevation gains or at a faster pace. Most hikes, but not all, are within the East RMGC names new club president for 2017 Bay. Check out the complete schedule, along with changes and Continued from page 1B updates, on the webpage at trailsclubofrossmoor.com. Go to sented to Colin Ferrett. Direc- Monthly Hike Calendar and click on Agenda. All the pertinent tors Cup flight winners were information about meeting times and what to bring is also on the Chuck Moran, Jay Meaden, website. Bill Herrick and Cecil Chang. To join the club, go to the website and go to Club Information, Never in the history of then Membership. Print an application packet, fill it out and send RMGC golf has one man dom- it to the registrar. For information, call Mary Ann Garvey, mem- inated the yearly competition. bership coordinator, at 932-6505. In winning the 2016 Member/ All hike destinations are weather-dependent, but leaders will Guest Invitational, the Stroke be ready to take hikers elsewhere if the scheduled hike is rained Play and Match Play champi- out, too muddy or too exposed in hot weather. onships, along with the newly created Member/Member Tournament, presenter Chuck Pickleball Club plans for Match Play flight winners are, from left, John Benshoff, Kevin Mc- Moran proclaimed the Cur- Cullough, Greg Harvey and 2016 RMGC President Dickey Nitta. tis Mitchell “Keeper Sweep.” Mitchell will have his name post-holiday dinner Jan. 5 engraved on all four trophies during the same year. Big con- Reserve by Dec. 1, save $5 gratulations to Mitchell and the The Rossmoor Pickleball Club will have its annual post-hol- Keeper Sweep. iday dinner on Saturday, Jan. 7, in the Event Center. Appetizers Match Play flight winners will be served at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6. were John Benshoff, Kevin The entrees are grilled tri tip, grilled teriyaki salmon and McCullough and Greg Harvey. vegetarian lasagna. The menu also includes, rice pilaf, augratin Member/Member flight win- potatoes, salad, fresh vegetables, fruit and dessert. Coffee, tea ners were Darrell Webb, Bryan and soft drinks are included, too. Burnett, Michael Weisenberg Throughout the evening, Dawn Coburn will provide a variety and Jerry Weinstein. of music, including waltz, Latin, ‘50’s and ‘60’s music, rock, Motown, country and more. Coburn has performed at several Rossmoor events and has proven to never disappoint listeners or Barcodes Used at dancers with her vast repertoire of music. Del Valle Complex Members who submit their reservation check before Thurs- for Quick Entry day, Dec. 1, will receive the early bird discount and pay $25. After Dec. 1, the cost is $30 for members. Nonmember guests For smooth and effi- also pay $30. cient entry into the Fit- The raffle prizes include $100 gift certificates, golf fees and ness and Aquatics Cen- carts for four, a golf bag, hearing screening, wine and cheese ter at Del Valle, be sure basket and a pickleball paddle. to get forms to sign up Download a copy of the reservation form from the club web- for a bar code. Stop by site, www.rossmoorpickleball.com. The completed form and a the Fitness Center front check payable to the Rossmoor Pickleball Club may be left in desk for information and the Sierra Room pickleball cabinet. forms. For information, contact Susanne Wong at 510-396-2401 or email her at [email protected]. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 3B T able Tennis posts tournament results The Rossmoor Table Ten- Golf Shop News nis Club held its annual Club FROM THE golf pro Championship Tournament Nov. 15 through 20. There “The Times They Are a Changin’” were 23 competitors playing in five events. By Brent Mulanax, PGA professional The results were: Who would have thought that lyrics from Nobel Laureate, Men’s singles: first place Jim Bob Dylan, could serve as a reminder to all golfers that the hours Cembura, second Alex Tetel- of operation for the driving range will be modified come Dec. 1? baum and third Wallace Wong It’s true – the times they are a changin’. The doors to the ball dis- Women’s singles: first place penser will remain open until 3:30 p.m. Hitting of balls must be Janet Choi, second Roz Reiter completed by 4 p.m. This allows just enough time for the range and third Liz Keeley staff to safely pick and clean balls for the next day’s use. Men’s doubles: first place Those golfers who wish to continue practice past 4 are en- Alex Tetelbaum and Al couraged to use the outstanding short-game practice facility. Tip Schwartz, second Dan Mc- from the pro: Spend at least 50 percent of your available practice Glinchey and Mietek Bo- time on the short game (chipping, pitching, putting and sand). duszynski and third Rod Dorse Beginning Dec. 1, power carts rented from the Pro Shop must and Dutch Helmus Women’s singles winners, from left, Liz Keeley, third place; Jan- be returned by 4. As always, Sun Mountain Push Carts are avail- Women’s doubles: first place et Choi, first; and Roz Reiter, second able for rent and can be returned at the completion of your round. Roz Reiter and Fran Free, sec- Holiday shopping season is now in full swing. The Rossmoor ond Janet Choi and Ben Lu Ji- Pro Shop has a number of gift items for that hard-to-shop-for ang and third Liz Keeley and person. Popular this season: double-wall, vacuum-insulated, Tung Chiu hot or cold beverage containers. These beverage containers will Mixed doubles: first place keep your beverage of choice hot or cold for hours. They sport Janet Choi and Song Chen, the Rossmoor logo and come in three sizes. These containers second Fran Free and Tony make an excellent gift. The shop is stocked with logoed apparel Horan and third Roz Reiter and for men and women. New arrivals (outerwear) from Greg Nor- Rod Dorse man Collection have been discounted for added holiday value. Matches were round robins, Several new groups have hit the floor in the women’s depart- best of three games to 11. Win- ment. Be sure to check out holiday offerings from E.P. Pro, San ners will be recognized and re- Soleil and Greg Norman Collection. We will gift wrap your pur- ceive their awards at the annu- chases while you wait or, you can return post-play, lunch, etc., al holiday dinner party Friday, and your packages will be ready for pick-up. We appreciate your Dec. 9. support! For information about the The entire Golf staff wishes all Rossmoor residents a happy club, review the bulletin board and safe holiday season! at the Table Tennis Clubhouse at Hillside, visit the website http://rossmoorttc.wordpress. com or contact Jane Vinson at Lawn Bowling Club will hold 938-3843 or Fran Free at 650- Men’s singles winners Jim Cembura, first, and Alex Tetelbaum, 224-4118. second Christmas awards party Other than the daily draws on many years of service as the Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sat- club’s correspondent for the urdays, lawn bowling practice Rossmoor News and as winter B occe Club party features dinner by is open and encouraged, except league chairman. He also made Fridays for maintenance of the many other contributions to the Simple Elegance and group sing-along greens. club. The Lawn Bowling Club’s Thus, this coming year’s Volunteers still needed for Dec. 15 event Christmas and awards night winter league will be known as party will be held on Monday, the Bob Lewis Winter League. The Bocce Club holiday party will be on Those wanting to sit together should send Dec. 12, in the Fireside Room at More details will be forthcom- Thursday, Dec. 15, in the Diablo Room at checks in as a group of up to eight people. Gateway. It will be a gala night ing. Hillside. The party starts at 5 p.m. with a Those not in a group will be seated to fill out of cocktails, dinner and enter- Free training classes hosted bar and singing around the piano. Din- the tables. tainment. The club invites prospective ner will be catered by Simple Elegance. Mail checks to Allen Pedersen, 3874 Ter- Mike Ying and Frankie Na- lawn bowlers to come give the The cost for members is $35 and $40 for ra Granada No. 3B or place in the Bocce poli put their heads together sport a try. Classes are now guests. mailbox at Gateway. Reservations are due by and announced the upcoming scheduled for Mondays and Make checks out to Rossmoor Bocce Club Tuesday, Dec. 6. winter league will be held on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and indicate entree choice: chicken with ba- Volunteers are needed to help with decora- eight Wednesdays, beginning in Classes for new lawn bowl- sil mushroom sauce, salmon with lemon dill tions, bartending and cleanup. To volunteer, mid-January through February, ers are led by Ed and Pauline de sauce, beef tri-tip with rosemary horseradish call Allison at 256-8771 or email rossmoor- allowing for rainouts, absences Assis, who have conducted the sauce or vegetarian stuffed Portobello mush- [email protected]. and substitutes. training for the club for many room. For information, call Pedersen at 899-5540. Their idea is to dedicate years. Call them at 943-2003 for and honor Bob Lewis for his information. Learn to AT the Rossmoor PRO Shop play pinochle on Tuesdays at Gateway The Pinochle Club invites everyone who loves fun and competition to play on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon in Multipur- pose Room 2 at Gateway. This is a social group that H Customers are eligible to purchase enjoys a friendly game of double-deck pinochle. Members 2 dozen Supersoft for $35 will teach newcomers how to H play. Eligible Products: Supersoft White, Yellow, Pink, Multi For information, call 510- H Discount to be given at time of purchase 387-4708. H Offer available while supplies last Please recycle this newspaper. Call the PRO Shop at 988-7861 4B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Duplicate Bridge announces latest results Tuesday, Nov. 15 N/S 1. M. Stuart/A. Dessayer Beltran 4. P. Zieger/L. Grawoig mprove our ridge lay Section A 2. S. Williams/M. Schubarth3. K. E/W 1. M. Gosnell/K. Loh 2. I Y B P N/S 1. P. Taylor/K. Young 2. Young/L. Weisenberg 4. I. Dar- N. Wells/B. Price3. D. Terris/I. L. Pesavento/M. Sherman3. F. roch/D. Terris Darroch 4. P. Miettinen/E. Chiang Aftowicz/M. Anderson 4. J. Tay- E/W 1. F. Yoshida/R. Lehman Monday, Nov. 21 Using Jacoby and Texas Transfers lor/M. Kessler 2. M. Suchman/B. Price3. E. Chi- Section A Ref: Max Hardy, “Standard Bridge E/W 1. C. Ip/R. Cunha 2. S. ang/P. Miettinen 4. A. Donald- N/S 1. J. Keilin/E. Beltran 2. Bidding for the 21st Century,” 2000 Marks/J. Burnson3. E. Lang/J. son/B. Sankary D. Terris/S. Eastman3. L. Gra- By David Terris Durie 4. B. Sankary/J. Mailman Thursday, Nov. 17 woig/C. Caine 4. L. Pesavento/S. The Texas Transfer Section B N/S 1. C. Warner/A. Murray Williams After an opening bid of 1NT, the response of four dia- N/S 1. T. Henry/B. Dreyer 2. J. 2. L. Grawoig/S. Eastman3. N. E/W 1. A. Murray/T. Kadner/R. Becker3. M. Laing/C. Marks/I. Lichtblau 4. A. Hawks/J. Szymczak 2. A. Mattox/A. monds is a transfer to four hearts. Four hearts is a transfer Hirahara 4. E. Ying/P. Miettinen Hawks Smith3. M. Powell/A. Donaldson to four spades. The bid guarantees 6-cards or longer in the E/W 1. D. Nyland/A. Bergera E/W 1. J. Fendel/D. Sterling 2. 4. K. Michelsen/R. Michelsen implied suit. Example: 2. A. Long/R. Long3. C. Moy- S. Gadad/M. Renvall3. O. Edor/I. Section B es/S. Donnenfeld 4. J. Erick- Darroch 4. B. Hoffman/S. Kung N/S 1. E. Ying/P. Miettinen North East South West son/C. Kearney Friday, Nov. 18 2. K. Smith/B. Dreyer3. A. Gei- 1NT Pass 4♦* Pass Section C N/S 1. B. Messina/H. Dailey ger/D. Janssen 4. J. Autrey/V. 4♥ N/S 1. C. Friedman/R. Fried- 2. M. Devlin/R. Devlin3. B. Wa- Mills *Texas Transfer to hearts man 2. J. Keilin/A. Holling- ters/D. Frey 4. M. Hall/S. Oliver E/W 1 C. Ferrett./J. Nold 2. J. Jacoby or Texas Transfers – which one to use and when sworth3. C. Caine/L. Weisenberg E/W 1. C. Kennedy/K. Briner Bechtel/J. Thorne3. L. Kwok/D. Some players wonder why it’s desirable to use Texas 4. L. Chien/P. Zieger 2. L. Walker/J. Ruble3. G. Mc- Kwok 4. R. Kunzman/J. Kun- Transfers. What’s the advantage? Consider these three auc- E/W 1. A. Petersen/M. Koch beth/S. Schwemin 4. M. Laing/C. zman 2. A. Johnson/N. Rosenberg3. Hirahara For additional information, tions which show that using both Jacoby and Texas Transfers M. Barnes/P. Efland 4. A. East- Saturday, Nov. 19 see posted results or go to: www. allows flexibility and more precise description in search of man/B. Price N/S 1. A. Murray/C. Warner 2. diablovalleybridge.com/ross- the proper contract. Wednesday, Nov. 16 L. Lee/M. Suchman3. R. Corr/E. moor-duplicate-bridge-club. North East South West 1NT Pass 2♥* Pass Domino players name game winner 2♠ Pass 4NT Domino winners for Nov. noon in the Oak Room. In- rienced players. Contact Lee *Jacoby Transfer to 2♠ 21 were Wint Mather 337, Al structors for all levels of abil- Barry at 891-4149 for informa- Davis 337, Curt Gunn 324, Jim ity, from new players to ad- tion. North East South West Bombardier 319, Mike Flana- vanced, are available. Tip of the week 1NT Pass 4♥* Pass gan 314 and Bruce Thom 309. Anyone who can add and What to do if multiple dom- 4♠ Pass 4NT Winners for Nov. 19 were subtract is encouraged to come inoes have to be drawn? Count *Texas Transfer to 4♠. Al Davis 349, Bill Wilson 332, and learn the Five-Up version how many of each number (0 to Sam Citeron 327, Hank New- of dominoes, the style of play 6) is contained on all the domi- North East South West man 323, Walter Roosli 319 used by the Domino Club. noes in hand (maximum is sev- 1NT Pass 2♥* Pass and Jeannie Johnson 318. The club hopes to start a en of any one number). If six or 2♠ Pass 4♠ Pass Experienced players who beginner’s group during the seven are in hand (plus already 4NT want a higher-stakes game are Thursday session. After learn- played), consider trying to *Jacoby Transfer to 2♠ invited to meet with the Brown ing the basics, new players can block out the opponents (i.e. get Baggers on Monday, Wednes- join this group, or if the basics that number on every end tile) The meaning of the first auction is that South has a 5-card day and Friday mornings at 9 are picked up quickly, may before beginning to score or spade suit with a balanced hand, and his subsequent bid of in the Garden Room at Dollar join with the club on Saturday “dump” dominoes from hand. 4NT (not forcing) is an invitation to slam in either spades or Clubhouse. mornings to learn more of the Otherwise try to “score out of notrump. Teaching sessions are on nuances and strategies while it.” (More information will be But what if South had 6 or 7 spades and wanted to use Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to playing with the more expe- available next week.) Blackwood? The solution is to use a Texas Transfer as in the second example. Here 4NT is not an invitation, it is Black- wood. South is taking control of the hand. Duplicate What then should be inferred from the third auction where Partnership Bridge again South is showing extra length in spades? After the On Nov. 18 at partnership partnership bridge in the Oak Jacoby Transfer, jumping to 4♠ should be taken as a mild bridge, the scores were: Anne Room at Gateway. The win- Bridge Club slam try and is handing control of the hand to North. North’s Riley/Helen Dailey 4180, Judy ners were Henry Levinsky/Gail bid of 4NT is now Blackwood. and Ted Augustine 3240, Mary Strack 3770. Other winners schedules In all of the following hands, Partner has opened Kelley/Shanti Hayden 3200, Do- were: Dolores and John Clark 1NT (15-17 HCP), and RHO has passed. lores and John Clark 3190 and 3060, Judy and Ted Augustine Jeanine Merrick/Kate Grant 2920 and Vicki LaBatt/ Eliza- STAC Week ♠KJ9642 ♥3 ♦1074 ♣1098 3060. The low score was 1160. beth Moise 2350. The low score The Rossmoor Duplicate No game is in sight. Make a Jacoby Transfer to 2♠ and For information, call Helen Dai- was 1600. The game was direct- Bridge Club’s Holiday STAC ley at 934-1902 or Carolyn Nel- ed by Dolores and John Clark. then pass. son at 256-0144. For information, contact Do- Week is Monday through Sat- On Nov. 22, 20 people played lores Clark at 330-8612. urday, Dec. 5 through 10. Ex- ♠KJ9642 ♥3 ♦K104 ♣1098 tra masterpoints are awarded You want to invite game. Make a Jacoby Transfer to 2♠, in STAC games. then rebid 3♠ to show the 6-card suit. The cost to play is $4 for members and $8 for guests. ♠KQ9642 ♥3 ♦AJ4 ♣1098 Chess Forum Players must be Rossmoor res- You want to be in game, so you bid 4♥, a Texas Transfer idents to play on Dec. 5. to 4♠, and then pass. Except for STAC Week, Each week, the Rossmoor the month of December will Chess Club offers a chess ♠KQ9642 ♥3 ♦AJ4 ♣K98 be free for all members of the problem or a clever opening Slam is possible. Make a Jacoby Transfer to 2♠, then jump Rossmoor Duplicate Bridge as well as the answer for the to 4♠. Partner is invited to consider slam. Club for play in regular games. previous week. The annual holiday lunch The answer for the Nov. 16 ♠AQJ964 ♥3 ♦KQ4 ♣K109 and annual meeting with elec- problem is 1 Nh6 check…. You only need to know Partner’s controls. Make a Texas tions will be held on Monday, gxh6 2.Rg3 check…Kf7 (or Transfer to 4♠, then bid 4NT (Blackwood). Dec. 12. Lunch will be served Kh8 3.Rxf8 mate) 3. Re7 David Terris can be emailed at rossmoor.bridgeplay@ at 11:30 a.m. followed by the mate. gmail.com annual meeting and play. This week, another prob- Membership dues for 2017 lem is offered to tease the are now payable. There are en- mind, white to mate in three. velopes for payment available The answer will be included a.m. to 4 p.m. Play is also on Weekend mah jongg at all regular duplicate games. in next week’s column. Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 Rossmoor residents are in- other. Players at all levels are p.m. For the rest of the year, vited to play American mah There is an annual fee of once again welcome in the there will be play on Wednes- Dog owners jongg on Saturday and Sunday $5, plus $9 for the national Chess Room on the first floor days from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Droppings are a safety afternoons in Multipurpose hand card. back corner at the Dollar with the possibility of lessons. and health hazard. Resi- Room 1 at Gateway. Lessons are free, if needed. Clubhouse on Fridays from Call Bob Dickson at 934- dents are asked to pick up The purpose of this group For information, call Claire 12:30 to 5 p.m. On Saturdays, 1405 with the solution and any after their dogs and properly is to create a friendly, pleasant Berry at 934-9695 or email there’s a nice crowd from 10 questions or comments. dispose of droppings. and supportive environment her at claireberrywc@yahoo. where members help each com. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 5B Clubs and Organizations Published Writers hosts panel of successful Rossmoor writers Saturday at Creekside The Published Writers of her new memoir, “I Do What I Rossmoor (PWR) has invited Like, I Like What I Do: Con- four of its most prolific au- versations With Well-Aged thors to explain what they’ve Friends” and will round out found to be most helpful in the panel. publishing and promoting Moderator Ron Wren will their books. ask the authors what new ap- The authors will talk at proaches to writing, publish- PWR’s Saturday, Dec. 3, meeting and promotion they have ing from 10 a.m. to noon in the learned during the past year. Fairway Room at Creekside. He will ask about their fail- Program Chair Ron Wren ures as well as their successes. said the club decided to show- He will also ask the panelists case the writing, publishing to discuss the disciplines that and promotional techniques have led to their success. used by these writers with the In addition, the panelists goal of helping other PWR will be queried on how they Members of the Connection planning the holiday dinner are, seated from left, Roberta Adins, members focus their efforts select a title or cover art, as President Fran Barry and Secretary Beverly Fellows, and standing are Karen McCallister, and learn from their peers. well as an editor or publisher. Vicki Stanley, Brenda Byers, Lynne Rockvole, Maggie Weisenberger, Helen Dailey and Ann The panel will include They will also comment on Vander Ende. PWR Vice President Patri- the costs of self-publishing, cia Keith-Spiegel, who has marketing and public rela- Connection holds holiday dinner Tuesday written 10 books and nu- tions. merous articles in the areas At this traditionally in- The Connection will hold 1116 Running Springs Road Membership Director of ethical misconduct and formal pre-holiday meeting, its annual holiday dinner on No. 2, or place in the Connec- Mary Kelly encourages scientific fraud. She will be PWR will celebrate anoth- Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 5:30 p.m. tion mailbox at Gateway. All Rossmoor women who wish joined by PWR President er successful year of hearing at the Event Center. checks must be received by to join the club to download Duke Robinson, a retired from specialists in the fields The menu is a choice of Nov. 26. a membership form at www. Presbyterian minister, who of publishing and promotion, prime rib, salmon or porta- Club activities include din- rossmoorconnection.org or has published a novel and who have spoken at monthly bella mushrooms. ing out, theatre groups, book contact her at 954-7778. four non-fiction books on meetings. The cost is $40 for mem- clubs, potlucks, bridge and Dues are $20 for the re- how to become a ground- Members will be asked to bers and $45 for guests. Send meetings with guest speak- mainder of 2016 and all of ed, integrated, balanced and tell which topics have been the checks to Karen McCallister, ers. 2017. liberated person. most beneficial and who and Joanna Kraus, who is an what they would like to hear award-winning playwright of in the coming year. While en- 18 produced and published joying coffee, tea and season- Volunteer Exchange annual brunch set plays and has also written al treats, PWR members will numerous articles, interviews have an opportunity to display for next Wednesday in Fireside Room and picture books, will con- and discuss their recently pub- tribute her expertise to the lished books. The Volunteer Exchange Program will have up-to-date record. discussion. Annegret Ogden, For information on this pro- its annual members only brunch on Wednes- The Volunteer Exchange Program is struc- who was PWR’s featured au- gram, contact ronwren@aol. day, Dec. 7, at 10:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room tured to help Rossmoor residents help one an- thor for her novel “Made in com. For general information at Gateway. other. Germany” in 2013, will be on PWR, visit http://www. There will be an assortment of festive deli- Members provide services to other members honored for the publication of rossmoor-writers.com. cacies provided by the club. and earn credits for doing so. In turn, they can The deadline for reservations is Wednesday, use their earned credits to obtain services from Nov. 30. Reserve via email to [email protected] other members. MEICOR hosts talk by expert or call 906-9882. If transportation is needed, Dues are $15 annually. For information, make this request when making a reservation. check the website http://rossmoorvep.weebly. on anti-terrorism on Monday A charge will not be made against the mem- com/. The Middle East Information Council of Rossmoor (ME- ber’s account. Members who use the transportation service ICOR), co-sponsored by the Zionist Organization of Ameri- The 2016 invitation will be sent in the mail. are asked to give a cash donation to the driver ca (ZOA) West Coast, will present anti-terrorism expert Marc The 2017 invitations will be sent via email. If providing the service. Provisor on Monday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m. in the Diablo Room at an email account has not been registered with Program members are encouraged to call Hillside. the club, check the News carefully for infor- Antje for their total number of service hours. The talk is a departure from the group’s usual Sunday after- mation. The next meeting will be Wednesday, Jan. noon meetings. Provisor, who is director of security for One Changes to member emails or telephone 4, 2017. For details, look in upcoming issues of Israel Fund, has provided counsel to the United States Depart- numbers need to be reported to maintain an the News. ment of Homeland Security and lectured on security issues and counter-terror mitigation facing security professionals today. One Israel Fund is dedicated to protecting the welfare and Rossmoor’s Acalanes High School grads to safety of men, women and children in the Samarian region of Israel, as well as rebuilding the lives of people impacted by the hold holiday dinner Tuesday at Creekside evacuation from Gaza in 2005, a population totaling more than The Acalanes High School alumni of There will be a no-host bar; however, wine 320,000 people. Rossmoor will hold a holiday dinner on will be included with dinner. Other beverages Provisor was involved in combating terrorist attacks on a Tuesday, Dec. 6, in the Fairway Room at may be purchased from the bar at Creekside daily basis as the chief army security coordinator in the region Creekside. Grill. The cost is $27 per person. from 1996 through 2006. He coordinated all military and civil- All Acalanes alumni and guests are invit- The cutoff date for reservations is Monday, ian security-related issues, including counter-terrorism defense, ed. The social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and Nov. 28. Reservation checks, payable to Su- emergency responses and management. dinner will be served at 6:15. san Williamson, should be mailed to her at His skills earned him recognition from the Israeli security es- The menu will include Caesar salad, chick- 1301 Running Springs Road No. 1. tablishment, including the Award of Excellence and Valor from en Marsala with polenta, seasonal vegetables, For information, call Williamson at 933- the Israel Defense Forces Central Command General. rolls, dessert and coffee. 7005. Provisor’s experience and expertise are reflected in his presentations, which include the global impact of terrorist activity in the Middle East. MEICOR programs are open to all residents and their friends. Consider carpooling or taking the Rossmoor bus to events at There is no charge. For information, contact Karolyn Rim-Stein at 707-845-9888. the clubhouses to ease traffic congestion and parking. 6B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 RELIGION St. Anne’s Religious Services to hold LUTHERAN Grief Group. Newcomers are welcome. For information, call the Hope Lutheran Church invites everyone to gather for a church at 935-2100 or visit www.gracewc.org. spirited worship service in the Fireside Room at Gateway on JEWISH Christmas Sunday, Dec. 4, at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Jack Niemi will preach B’nai Israel Congregation will hold Shabbat services on on Matthew 3:1-12. Special music will be presented by the Friday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside. Cantor Festival Hope Choir. Maestro Wayne Anderson serves as pianist and Rachel Brott and Judy Vida will co-lead an alternative interac- The Church of St. Anne will Don Gurley serves as Cantor. Following worship all are invit- tive service providing an opportunity to experience a new per- hold its annual Christmas Fes- ed to a time of sharing delicious food and great fellowship at spective, uncover deeper meaning in the prayers, and enjoy inter- tival on Saturday, Dec. 3, from the annual Advent luncheon. The people of Hope gather in the action with fellow congregants. Dina Schusterman will provide 3 to 7 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. Fireside Room to be transformed by a warm and friendly time the oneg, celebrating 37 years in the United States. Dina will say 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All of liturgical worship and high-spirited fellowship. Rossmoor the blessing over the candles. The greeter will be Leah Haber are welcome to browse and buy Dial-a-Bus delivers attendees to Gateway. Large-print bul- who will say the blessing over the challah. Saturday morning To- while enjoying holiday decor in letins and hearing aid T-coil complement the accessibility rah study, led by Rabbi Jerry Danzig, is held weekly at 9:30 a.m. the church’s Parish Center. of worship at Hope. For information or pastoral concerns, in the Club Room at Creekside. B’nai Israel’s Board meeting This year’s boutique offers contact Pastor Jack at 349-5111. Visit Hope’s website at www. will be on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the Bunker Room choices in jewelry, gift bas- hoperossmoor.org. at Creekside. All members are invited to attend. B’nai Israel’s kets, toys and games for chil- PRESBYTERIAN website can be viewed at www.cbiofrossmoor.com. dren and grownups, and lots of Grace Presbyterian Church invites everyone to worship on METHODIST handmade and Christmas gift Sunday, Dec. 4, at 10 a.m. Rev. Reaber’s sermon, “A Message for items. There will also be a si- Tice Valley United Methodist Church invites everyone to Wilderness Times,” will be based on Isaiah 61 and Mark 1:1-8. lent auction, baked goods, and a joyful and hope-filled worship experience on Sunday morn- The class, “The Jesus Fatwah: Love Your (Muslim) Neighbor a coffee shop to enjoy a cup of ings at 11 a.m. in Peacock Hall. This Sunday, Dec. 4, Pastor as Yourself,” continues this Sunday at 11:25 a.m. in the Library. coffee before heading home. Joanne will preach on Matthew 1:18-24. Her sermon title is The video presentations feature leading Islamic and Christian Donated auction and gift “Advent Announcers – To Joseph: Adventures of a Bystand- scholars and offer information about what Muslims believe, how items are greatly appreciated er.” Loni Williams is the music director. The choir sings each they live out their faith, and how Christians can go about build- to support this fundraiser. Call Sunday from September through June. Holy Communion is ing healthy relationships with them. On Saturday, Dec. 3, at 1 John or Gale Lydecker at 937- celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. Weekly worship p.m. the Presbyterian Women are sponsoring a free musical pro- 7748 for drop-off information. is wheelchair-accessible with large print bulletins and aids for gram in the sanctuary featuring the Northgate High School Mad- Donations of baked goods hearing. After the service, worshippers are invited for conver- rigals. A festive holiday tea will be served in the Oak Room. On are also welcome and appre- sation and refreshments in Multipurpose Rooms 1 and 2. On Wednesdays at 10 a.m., the Bible study on the gospel of Matthew ciated. Call Helen Dailey at the fourth Sunday of each month, a light lunch is provided. For continues. At 11:15 a.m. on Wednesday is the ongoing Grace 934-1902 or Margaret Orme at more information or pastoral care, contact the church office, 256-8544. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 937-4535, or The church is located at email [email protected]. 1600 Rossmoor Parkway, just Religious Services CATHOLIC outside Rossmoor gates. St. Anne’s Catholic Church schedule of Masses for Saturday B’NAI ISRAEL CONGREGATION HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH and Sunday, Dec. 3 and 4, is as follows: Rev. George Da Roza Hadassah holds Friday Evening Service 7:30 p.m. Worship: 10:30 a.m. each Sunday will celebrate the 9 a.m. Mass on Saturday and the 11:15 a.m. Vista Room–Hillside Clubhouse Fireside Room, Gateway Clubhouse Mass on Sunday. Rev. Joseph Parekkatt will preside at the 5 p.m. Hannukah For information call For info, call the church office: Mass on Saturday and the 9 a.m. Mass on Sunday. The Feast of 287-9997 or 300-3225 709-4673 the Immaculate Conception is a Holy Day of Obligation. The Latke Lunch Hadassah will hold its annu- GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH TICE VALLEY Vigil Mass is on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 5 p.m., and there will 2100 Tice Valley Blvd. at Rossmoor Prkwy. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH be 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Masses on Thursday, Dec. 8. The Sac- al Chanukah Latke Luncheon 935-2100 Services every Sunday at 11 a.m. rament of Reconciliation is available on Saturdays from 4 until on Thursday, Dec. 22, from Sundays: Worship 10 a.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway 4:30 p.m. All are welcome at St. Anne’s Church, celebrating noon to 3 p.m. in the Fireside Pastor: Roger Reaber Rev. Joanne Peterson • 937-4535 “Faith, Hope and Love” since 1965. Room at Gateway. Associate Pastor: Karen Hastings-Flegel New Office: 1944 Tice Valley Blvd. Join with friends to feast EPISCOPAL on holiday food and enjoy live ST. ANNE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Masses 9:00 & 11:15 a.m. OF WALNUT CREEK St. Luke’s Episcopal Church presents a Festival of Lessons entertainment and raffles. All Sat. 5 p.m., Weekdays 8 a.m. Sundays: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. and Carols, featuring Heartstrings, a professional string ensem- donations and proceeds will Confessions Sat. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. ble, on Sunday, Dec. 4, at 10 a.m. in the Diablo Room at Hillside. benefit Hadassah’s Research in Father Joseph Parekkatt 2336 Buena Vista Ave., WC All Rossmoor residents and their guests are invited to attend. Service to Humanity Fund. 1600 Rossmoor Prkwy. 932-2324 934-2139 Lessons and carols is a service of about 90 minutes that alter- Cost is $25 per person. Res- nates six lessons - readings from the Old and New Testaments, FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, ervations are required. Walk- ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH SCIENTIST with carols - sacred music for Advent and Christmas. Call the ins cannot be accommodated. Service 10 a.m., #2 Eckley Lane, Walnut Creek church office for more details at 937-4820. Visit the website at Send reservation checks, pay- Diablo Room, Hillside, (corner of Eckley Lane and Walnut Blvd.) www.stlukeswalnutcreek.org or the Facebook page at St. Luke’s able to Diablo Valley Hadassah, Rector: the Rev. Anne Cox Bailey Sunday 10 a.m. Episcopal Church, Walnut Creek-Rossmoor. 937-4820 (Office) to Paula Tint, 3004 Grey Eagle Wednesday Evening 7:30 p.m. 934-4527 Drive. Include name, number of Bread and popcorn are not healthy foods for ducks and guests, address, telephone num- ORINDA COMMUNITY CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL U.C.C. geese. Look for waterfowl feed or duck pellets at feed stores. 10 Irwin Way, Orinda, CA 94563 925-254-4906 ber and email address. Other healthy foods include seedless grapes cut in half, shred- Sunday Worship at 10 a.m. All are welcome! Reservations will be accept- ded kale, Swiss chard or romaine lettuce, and grains, including ATC GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (OAK ROOM) ed until Dec. 15. 2100 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94595 wheat, barley and oats. Make sure anything you give is bite- For information, call 448- Sunday 10:30 am: Worship Service ( Mandarin) sized to avoid choking hazards Rev. KT Lim • 925-291-6458 • www.atcgrace.org 2064. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 7B

nterfaith in ossmoor Grace Presbyterian holds Advent Tea I R For more than 40 years, the women of traditional English tea in the Oak Room. The From the interfaith council Grace Presbyterian Church have hosted an tables will be decorated for the season and annual Advent Tea. finger sandwiches and holiday sweets will be Programs for the needy The community is again invited to the Ad- served, along with tea and coffee. vent Tea on Saturday, Dec. 3. Musical pro- All Rossmoor residents are invited to at- By Susie Kohl, Interfaith Council president gram begins at 1 p.m. in the sanctuary where tend and bring a friend. The free Advent Tea Dr. Weyland Conner, the the same musical play at the attendees will be entertained with holiday is a gift to the community. No RSVP is nec- spiritual director, or Mur- Cathedral of Light in Oakland, carols by the Northgate Madrigal Singers. essary. shida, of Sufism Reoriented, followed by a fiesta at the near- After the presentation of an Honorary Life The church is located just outside Rossmoor the congregation with the by Scottish Rite Temple. Membership Award to an outstanding wom- at 2100 Tice Valley Blvd. Call the church of- new white-domed sanctuary Hundreds of volunteers an of the church, all will adjourn to enjoy a fice at 935-2100 for more information. on Boulevard Way in Wal- work for months preparing for nut Creek, has created sever- these free events. They make al programs for the needy in lunches and special treats, cut NCJW holds Yad-b-Yad with lunch Contra Costa County. up to 20,000 flowers for flower The National Council of Jew- checks in one envelope. Reser- women for the workforce, Is- A winner of the KPIX Jef- arrangements and create deco- ish Women (NCJW) will host vations will be accepted until rael antidiscrimination legal ferson Award, Conner was rations. About 200 volunteers its annual Yad-b-Yad (Hand-in- Friday, Dec. 16. center and women of the wall. named a “Hometown Hero” by work at the event, including Hand) program on Wednesday, The proceeds will help fund For information, call Rose Diablo Magazine in 2015 for some Rossmoor residents. the innovative food rescue or- Dec. 21, at 10 a.m. in the Tahoe some of the following pro- Jackson at 279-0735 or email At the end of each of the Room at the Event Center. grams in Israel: Fight against [email protected]. ganization, called White Pony day-long events, Conner greets Express, established in 2013, Established in 1893, NCJW trafficking of women and This program is open to all each of the children attending is America’s oldest major Jew- prostitution, training Bedouin Rossmoor residents. which has received national (often over 1,000), handing recognition. In addition, the ish women’s volunteer orga- out a beautifully crafted treat. nization. Through a program Free General Store has pro- The intent is that children will vided clothing and children’s of research, education, advo- absorb the love so freely given cacy and community service, toys and books at no-cost mo- to them on that day and let it bile “boutiques” across Con- NCJW works to improve the ignite their path forward. quality of life for women, chil- tra Costa County. The White Children write to Fran- Pony Inn also offers an array dren and families both in the cis in the Schools expressing United States and Israel. of services for people threat- their delight in all the activi- ened with homelessness. This Yad-b-Yad event will ties, sometimes saying it is the be celebrated with a luncheon Before the sweep of these happiest day of their life. programs, Conner began a and a silent auction and en- For information, check the program in 2011 for children tertainment by Isaac Jones, a website: www.francisinthe- from low-income neighbor- San Francisco-based musician schools.org hoods, the non-profit Francis specializing in Jewish spiritu- in the Schools program, of- Rossmoor residents are in- al, folk and family music. The fering free one-day events to vited to the Interfaith Council silent auction opens at 10 a.m. participating schools. These of Rossmoor meetings on the with lunch served at 11:30 a.m. field trips were described by second Monday of the month The menu includes roasted Conner “as a celebration … at 2 p.m. in the Club Room at chicken with all the trimmings of the resilience, wonder, and Creekside. Stop by and learn and dessert. joy inherent in the children, of about exciting programs that The cost is $25 per person. the kindness, compassion and forge more equity and unity Send reservation checks pay- ceaseless service modeled by between people in our greater able to NCJW, to Helene Ma- Francis of Assisi.” Contra Costa community and gen, 2217 Pine Knoll Drive The purpose of the pro- within Rossmoor. No. 1, or put in NCJW mailbox grams is to nourish the chil- For information, call Susie in Gateway. Those who want dren’s sense of self-worth Kohl at 451-0668. to sit together should send all by honoring and respecting them and their culture. Near- B’nai Israel Torah study continues ly 10,000 children on both Congregation B’nai Israel’s Torah study will continue on coasts have participated. Saturday, Dec. 3, at 9:30 a.m. in the Club Room. It will again This December, Francis in focus on Exodus and resume the discussion about the quest for the Schools is offering two freedom from slavery under Pharaoh by the nation of Israel. new events for about 1,500 Rabbi Jerry Danzig will lead the discussion. children in San Francisco and All interested residents are invited to attend the Saturday Teresa Johanna Brock Oakland, mostly of Hispanic sessions and there is no fee. January 10, 1928 – November 20, 2016 origin. On Dec. 12, about 800 For information, contact Joy Danzig at [email protected]. Resident of Rossmoor children from the San Fran- cisco area will take part in Born in Polo, South Dakota, a day-long celebration of the youngest of nine children. Grew feast day of Our Lady of Gua- up in Granville, Iowa. Attended dalupe at St. Mary’s Cathedral Schools in Iowa including a BS in San Francisco. They will degree from Briar Cliff. Worked as a lab tech and lab supervisor see a musical play, written es- in several Bay Area hospitals. pecially for the occasion, and Moved to Little Rock, Arkansas then take part in a fiesta, with to be near her brother Vince. music, dancing, games, face Met and married William Brock painting and flower arranging. who became a Deacon. She On Dec. 15, 700 children Mary Ringbom served with him administering from the East Bay will attend Mary Ringbom, a 28-year resident of Rossmoor, passed a parish in Forest City, Arkan- sas with only a part time Priest. away on Thursday, November 3 at the age of 98. She was Teresa was their director of reli- Quaker born in Seattle in 1918, and began her performing career at gious education. Widowed in 1992 she returned to the the age 5, dancing for Mr. Douglas’s Teenie Weenies, followed Bay Area, moved to Rossmoor and served in several meditation by membership in a number of local dance troupes. Upon Rossmoor organizations. She is survived by many niec- graduation from business college, she moved to Oakland and es & nephews. is offered began work for Shell Development Co. in Emeryville, where Friends and family are invited to a vigil service on she met her future husband, Martin Ringbom. They married Friday 12/2/2016. Gathering 6pm-7pm with vigil ser- every Sunday just before WWII and moved to Berkeley where they resided vice at 7pm at Queen of Heaven Cemetery and Funeral until 1971. After retiring to Alta, CA, they then returned to Center 1965 Reliez Valley Rd. Lafayette, Ca 94549 and Every Sunday from 10 to a funeral mass on Saturday 12/3/2016 at 11am at St. 11 a.m., Quakers and friends the Bay Area and resided in Rossmoor. She was preceded in Anne Catholic Church 1600 Rossmoor Pkwy. Walnut gather inin the Sanctum death by her husband Martin and son Rolf. Mrs. Ringbom is Creek. Followed by a reception at Hillside Clubhouse Room at Dollar for a time of survived by her son Jon of Lake Peekskill, NY, daughter-in-law in Rossmoor. Burial will be with her husband in Little meditation. Margaret Howard and grandson, Maxwell of NYC. Donations Rock, AR at a date not yet scheduled. For information, call Ian can be made to the University of California, Berkeley or the Contributions may be made to the Deacon Forma- Harris at 942-0564, Bobbi Au- Parkinson’s Disease Foundation. tion Fund, Office of the Diaconate, Diocese of Oakland subel at 650-743-4212 or Betty 2121 Harrison St. Oakland, CA 94612-3788 PAID OBITUARY Cash at 926-0731. PAID OBITUARY 8B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016

D=Dollar Clubhouse G=Gateway Clubhouse EC=Event Center H=Hillside Clubhouse MPR=Multipurpose Room DV=Del Valle C=Creekside

1 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept POOL AND FITNESS CENTER HOURS 1 p.m. Friday Scrabble Play...... MPR 3, G...... Scrabble Club Of Rossmoor WINTER SCHEDULE AS OF DECEMBER 1 1 p.m. Life Drawing...... Art Studio 2, G...... Art Association DEL VALLE POOL is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, except Thursdays 1:45 p.m. Folk Dancing...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept when it opens at 1 p.m. after cleaning, and 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. 2 p.m. Jim Curry/John Denver Xmas.Entire Clubhouse, EC...... Rec. Dept DOLLAR AND HILLSIDE POOLS close for the winter on Dec. 1. There is no family 3:45 p.m. Chair Challenge...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept swim during the winter. 4 p.m. Basketball Club...... Sierra Room, DV...... Basketball Club FITNESS CENTER is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday 4 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. 5 p.m. Korean Drum & Dance...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Korean American Club INFORMATION: Fitness Center, call 988-7850. Pools, call 988-7854. 6 p.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club 6:30 p.m. Partnership Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Partnership ROSSMOOR LIBRARY HOURS 7 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. 7 p.m. Aquacise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 7:30 p.m. B’nai Israel Service...... Vista Room, H...... Bnai Israel Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 9 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept

S aturday, December 3 Thursday, December 1 TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION 6 a.m. Walk in the Gym...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 a.m. Circuit Class...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8 a.m. Basketball Club...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 a.m. Luk Tung Kuen...... Diablo Room, H...... Luk Tung Kuen 9 a.m. Duplicate Bridge Education...Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate 7 a.m. Mat Pilates Int/Adv...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Light for Others Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... St.Annes Society 8 a.m. Pickleball Intermediate...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Domino Play Sat...... MPR 1, 2, G...... Domino Club 8:30 a.m. Aerobic Dance...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Chess Play...... Chess Room, D...... Chess Club 8:30 a.m. Tai Chi ...... Shasta Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 10:30 a.m. Active Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Stitchers...... Sewing Room, G...... Sewing Arts Club 11 a.m. Kettlebell Class...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Open Workshop...... Art Studio 2, G...... Art Association Noon Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club 9:30 a.m. Zumba Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept Noon Duplicate Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate 9:30 a.m. Discussion Group...... Bunker Room, C...... Financial Forum 1 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Qi Gong ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 1 p.m. Scrabble Play...... MPR 2, G...... Scrabble Club Of Rossmoor 10 a.m. Integrated Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Canasta & Mah Jong...... MPR 1, G...... Canasta/Mah Jong Club 11 a.m. Pickleball Novice...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Aquacise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Light Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1:30 p.m. Silver Sneakers...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 11:30 a.m. Mat Science...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 2 p.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club 12:30 p.m. Osteoporosis Exercise...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 2:30 p.m. Moving 2 Music...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Moving To Music 1 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 4 p.m. Pickleball Intermediate...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Writers Club Meeting...... MPR 1, 2, G...... Writers Group 4 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Partnership Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge 7 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Beginning Oil And Acrylic.....Art Studio 1, G...... Art Association 1:30 p.m. Parkinson Group...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1:30 p.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club S unday, December 4 2 p.m. Intermediate Tap Dance...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 2:30 p.m. Chinese Folk Dance...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION 4 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Sunday Service...... Vista Room, H...... Siloam Community Church 5 p.m. Strength Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Sunday Service...... Diablo Room, H...... St.Luke’s Church 5 p.m. Cycle Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Chess Play...... Chess Room, D...... Chess Club 5 p.m. Aquacise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service...... Fireside Room, G...... Hope Lutheran 5:30 p.m. Pickleball Advanced...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Sunday Service...... Peacock Hall, G... Tice Valley Methodist Church 6 p.m. Barre Fit Class...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept Noon Mindful Mat Floor Stretch.....Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Moving 2 Music Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept Noon Progressive Rummy...... Garden Room, D.Progressive Rummy/Shanghai 7 p.m. Sing for Joy...... MPR 3, G...... Sing for Joy 1 p.m. Chair Sit & Stretch...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. AA Open Discussion...... Garden Room, D...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Round Dance...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 2 p.m. Mah Jong Play And Lessons..MPR 1, G...... Canasta/Mah Jong Club 7 p.m. Duplicate Bridge ...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate 4 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept Friday, December 2 Monday, December 5 TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION 6 a.m. Group Cycle...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION 6 a.m. Walk in the Gym...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 a.m. Group Cycle...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 a.m. Abs / Back...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 a.m. Walk in the Gym...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 a.m. Luk Tung Kuen...... Vista Room, H...... Luk Tung Kuen 7 a.m. Luk Tung Kuen...... Diablo Room, H...... Luk Tung Kuen 7:30 a.m. Rhythmrobics...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 a.m. Abs / Back...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8 a.m. Pickleball Intermediate...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7:30 a.m. Rhythmrobics...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8:30 a.m. Men’s Exercise...... MPR 1, 2, G...... Men’s Exercise Group 8:30 a.m. Emergency Prep...... Fairway A/B, C...... Emergency Prep. Org. 8:45 a.m. Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8:30 a.m. Tai Chi ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Keeping Fit Club...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8:45 a.m. Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Beg. Duplicate Game...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate 9 a.m. Keeping Fit Club...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Quilters...... Sewing Room, G...... Sewing Arts Club 9 a.m. Open Studio...... Art Studio 1, 2, G...... Art Association 9:30 a.m. Cribbage Play...... MPR 2, G...... Cribbage Club 10 a.m. Muscle Movers...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. The King And I Showcase.....Entire Clubhouse, EC...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Qi Gong ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 10 a.m. Muscle Movers...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Integrated Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Flexible Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Water Exercise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club 11 a.m. Light Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Pickleball Intermediate...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Water Exercise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 11:15 a.m. Joint Efforts...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Adv. Line Dance...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Line Dance 11:45 a.m. Meicor...... Diablo Room, H...... Middle East Information 11:15 a.m. Joint Efforts...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept Noon TRX ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 11:45 a.m. Gentle Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept Noon Needleworkers...... Sewing Room, G...... Sewing Arts Club Noon Mah Jong...... Oak Room, G...... Chinese/American Club 12:15 p.m. Twinges in the Hinges...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 12:15 p.m. Twinges in the Hinges...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 12:30 p.m. Duplicate Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate 12:30 p.m. Songs with Mil & Fil...... Redwood Rm., G...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Mat Science...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 12:30 p.m. Chess Play...... Chess Room, D...... Chess Club 1 p.m. Walk in the Gym...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Mat Science...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Board Meeting...... MPR 3, G...... Basketball Club 1 p.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club 1:15 p.m. Water Barre And Core...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept

Calendar information is provided to the News by Room Reservations at the Recreation Department. Residents or groups who would like to make changes to the listing should contact Room Reservations at 988-7780 or 988-7781. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 9B

1:30 p.m. Parkinson Group...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Knitters Group...... Sewing Room, G...... Sewing Arts Club 2 p.m. Beginning Tap Dance...... Shasta Room, DV...... Happy Hoofers Tap 9 a.m. Drawing...... Art Studio 2, G...... Art Association 2 p.m. Meeting...... Vista Room, H...... Italian American 9:30 a.m. Duplicate Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate 3 p.m. Happy Hoofers Tap Dance.....Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Muscle Movers...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 3 p.m. Hula Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Qi Gong ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 4 p.m. Basketball Club...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Tai Chi Chaun...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 5 p.m. Tree Lighting...... Fireside Room, G...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Chess Play...... Chess Room, D...... Chess Club 5 p.m. Flexible Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Water Exercise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 5:30 p.m. Kickboxing...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Rotary Luncheon...... Diablo Room, H...... Rotary Club 6 p.m. Round Dance...... Diablo Room, H..... Choreographed Dance Club 11 a.m. Pickleball Intermediate...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6:15 p.m. Poker - Dealer’s Choice...... Pine Room, H...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Qi Gong...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Gentle Yoga...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6:30 p.m. Domino Play...... Oak Room, G...... Domino Club 11:15 a.m. Joint Efforts...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Square Dance...... Diablo Room, H...... Square Dance Club Noon TRX ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Opera Club 12:15 p.m. Twinges in the Hinges...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. AA Meeting...... Vista Room, H...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Walk in the Gym...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Aquacise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Partnership Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge 1:30 p.m. Bouyant Balance...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 1:45 p.m. Folk Dancing Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept Tuesday, December 6 2 p.m. Hula Club...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 2:30 p.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION 3:30 p.m. Chair Challenge...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 a.m. Circuit Class...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 3:30 p.m. Spanish Conversation...... Bunker Room, C...... La Charla 7 a.m. Luk Tung Kuen...... Diablo Room, H...... Luk Tung Kuen 3:45 p.m. Ukulele Practice...... Las Trampas, H...... Rossmoor Ukulele Club 7 a.m. Mat Pilates Int/Adv...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 4 p.m. Film...... Peacock Hall, G...... Middle East Information 8 a.m. Pickleball Intermediate...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 4:30 p.m. Mindful Mat...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8:30 a.m. Aerobic Dance...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 5:15 p.m. Restorative Yin Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8:30 a.m. Tai Chi ...... Shasta Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 6 p.m. Strength ...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Real Estate...... Vista Room, H...... Rec. Dept 6 p.m. Get On The Air Class 1 & 2....MPR 3, G...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Pinochle ...... MPR 2, G...... Pinochle Men’s & Women’s 7 p.m. AA Meeting...... MPR 1, G...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Water Color...... Art Studio 1, G...... Art Association 7 p.m. Vegan Film Fest...... Peacock Hall, G...... Vegan Club of Rossmoor 9:30 a.m. Zumba Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Aquacise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 9:30 a.m. Sing for Joy...... MPR 1, G...... Sing for Joy 10 a.m. Tai Chi Chih Beginning...... Diablo Room, H...... Tai Chi Chih Club 10 a.m. Info Seminiar...... Club Room, C...... Financial Forum T Hursday, December 8 10 a.m. Qi Gong ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 10:30 a.m. Silver Swans Ballet Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION 11 a.m. Pickleball Novice...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 a.m. Circuit Class...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Gentle Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 a.m. Luk Tung Kuen...... Diablo Room, H...... Luk Tung Kuen 11:15 a.m. Tai Chi Chih Continuing...... Diablo Room, H...... Tai Chi Chih Club 7 a.m. Mat Pilates Int/Adv...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 12:15 p.m. Active Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8 a.m. Pickleball Intermediate...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 12:30 p.m. Party Bridge...... Card Room 1, D...... Party Bridge 8:30 a.m. Aerobic Dance...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 12:30 p.m. Duplicate Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate 8:30 a.m. Tai Chi ...... Shasta Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 1 p.m. And The Oscar Goes To...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Tech Innovation Work Group..Grf Boardroom, G...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Acrylic Oil Interm/Adv...... Art Studio 1, G...... Art Association 9 a.m. Stitchers...... Sewing Room, G...... Sewing Arts Club 1:30 p.m. Walk in the Gym...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Open Workshop...... Art Studio 2, G...... Art Association 1:30 p.m. Silver Sneakers...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 9:30 a.m. Zumba Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 2 p.m. Hot Flashers Tap Dance...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 10 a.m. Qi Gong ...... Sierra Room, DV...... Chinese/American Club 2:30 p.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club 10 a.m. Integrated Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 4 p.m. Social Dance...... Diablo Room, H...... Social Dance Club 11 a.m. Pickleball Novice...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 4 p.m. Moving 2 Music Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 11 a.m. Light Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 4 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G.Voices For Justice In Palestine 11:30 a.m. Mat Science...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 5 p.m. Stretch Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 12:30 p.m. Osteoporosis Exercise...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 5 p.m. Aquacise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 5:30 p.m. Kettlebell Class...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Writers Club Meeting...... MPR 1, 2, G...... Writers Group 6:30 p.m. Partnership Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Partnership 1 p.m. Partnership Bridge...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge 7 p.m. Moving 2 Music Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 1 p.m. Beginning Oil And Acrylic.....Art Studio 1, G...... Art Association 7 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Opera Club 1:30 p.m. Parkinson Group...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Supervised Bridge ...... MPR 1,2, G...... Supervised Bridge 1:30 p.m. Pickleball Club Play...... Sierra Room, DV...... Pickleball Club 2 p.m. Line Dancing...... Diablo Room, H...... Line Dance 2 p.m. Intermediate Tap Dance...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept Wednesday, December 7 2:30 p.m. Chinese Folk Dance...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 4 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept TIME EVENT...... LOCATION...... ORGANIZATION 5 p.m. Strength Yoga...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 a.m. Group Cycle...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 5 p.m. Cycle Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 a.m. Walk in the Gym...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 5 p.m. Aquacise...... Pool, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 a.m. Luk Tung Kuen...... Diablo Room, H...... Luk Tung Kuen 5:30 p.m. Pickleball Advanced...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 a.m. Abs / Back...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 6 p.m. Barre Fit Class...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7:30 a.m. Rhythmrobics...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Moving 2 Music Club...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 8 a.m. Pickleball Novice...... Sierra Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Sing for Joy...... MPR 3, G...... Sing for Joy 8:45 a.m. Strength...... Aerobics Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. AA Open Discussion...... Garden Room, D...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Keeping Fit Club...... Shasta Room, DV...... Rec. Dept 7 p.m. Movie...... Peacock Hall, G...... Rec. Dept 9 a.m. Chinese Brush...... Art Studio 1, G...... Art Association 7 p.m. Duplicate Bridge ...... Oak Room, G...... Bridge, Duplicate Excursions FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT

xcursion tickets are on sale in the Ad- Times listed in the News are the actual ences - a land of breathtaking landscapes cast of 44 performers from diverse artistic ministration Office at Gateway, Monday time of departure. Names will be called to and architectural wonders, buoyed by the backgrounds, “LUZIA” surprises audienc- Ethrough Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. board the bus 15 minutes prior to this time. indomitable spirit of its people. Featuring a es with acrobatic performances that break Cash, check, MasterCard, Visa and American For information, call 988-7731. down the barriers, such as integrating rain Express payments can be made in person. and water into contemporary circus disci- Credit card payments can be taken over the CIRQUE DU SOLEIL “LUZIA” plines. On Dec. 1, the bus departs Gateway phone. Thursday, Dec. 1 and Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2:30 p.m. and returns at 8 p.m. On Dec. Excursion participants are assumed to be 11, the bus departs Gateway at 11:30 a.m. Moderate walking able to manage independently. Neither the and returns at 5 p.m. Cost for both shows Excursion Desk nor the trip escort can accept The world-famous acrobatic troupe re- is $120. responsibility for residents who cannot do so. turns to the Bay Area with its new show The Excursion Desk has the right to “LUZIA.” The show will be performed un- “The King and I” cancel a trip in advance for any reason. A der a Big Top at AT&T Park. Named after Tuesday, Dec. 6 the Spanish words for light and rain, two full refund will be given for all-day trips can- Minimal walking celled by the Excursion Desk. If residents elements which play a big part in the show, cancel their personal reservations, they are “LUZIA” takes the audience to an imagi- One of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s fin- guaranteed a refund if cancelled at least 15 nary Mexico, like in a waking dream. “LU- est works, “The King and I” comes to the days before the day-trip departure. Refunds ZIA” is a poetic and acrobatic ode to the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco. The will only be available after that time if a tick- vibrant culture of a country whose wealth musical, directed by Bartlett Sher, boasts et is able to be resold. stems from an extraordinary mix of influ- Continued on page 10B 10B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016

with tunes from “The Nutcracker,” “Sleigh Tour highlights: ARIZONA SPRING TRAINING GETAWAY Ride” and an audience sing-along. More- Excursions • Hosted lunch at Charles Street Dinner March 12 through 17, 2017 Continued from page 9B no has appeared on stage, television and House in concert and film for many years. She is a score that features such beloved clas- • Cooking demonstrations and tasting Take a break from winter with an Arizona the only female to have won all four of the sics as “Getting To Know You,” “I Whistle a • Meet the Chefs reception Spring Training Getaway, presented by Pre- Happy Tune,” “Hello Young Lovers,” “Shall most prestigious show business awards – mier World Discovery. Just a short flight the Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Grammy – an • Chef’s Holiday Gala Dinner We Dance” and “Something Wonderful.” • Hilmar Cheese Factory tour and hosted from the Bay Area, Phoenix is where base- achievement that is noted in the Guinness ball fans flock to watch their teams battle Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the lunch Book of World Records. The California it out during spring training and catch a story of the unconventional and tempes- The cost per person, double occupan- Symphony, led by music director Donato glimpse of the players off the diamond. tuous relationship that develops between cy, is $1,125 and $1,675 for single. Tour in- the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a Cabrera, is distinguished for its concert programs that combine classics alongside cludes three nights’ deluxe lodging, three Tour highlights: British schoolteacher whom the modernist meals (two lunches and one dinner), cook- • Phoenix city tour King, in an imperialistic world, brings to American repertoire and lesser-known pieces. The orchestra is comprised of ing demonstrations, behind-the-scenes • Two baseball games Siam to teach his many wives and children. tour, motor coach transportation, and lug- • Hall of Fame Fire Museum Winner of the 2015 Tony Award for Best musicians who have performed with San gage handling. A deposit of $250 is due • Old Town Scottsdale Musical Revival, “The King and I” is “too Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Op- with application (check only). Balance is • Heard Museum of Native American Cul- beautiful to miss” (New York Magazine). era, San Francisco Ballet, and others. Tick- ets are $25. No transportation will be pro- due Oct. 7. Detailed itinerary is available at ture The bus leaves Gateway at 6 p.m. and re- the Excursion Desk. turns around 11:45 p.m. Rear orchestra vided for this excursion. • Tucson area seats. Cost is $115. VALENTINE’S DAY HAWAII CRUISE • Mission San Xavier del Bac Feb. 3 through 18, 2017 • Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum OAKLAND SYMPHONY HOLIDAY • Sabino Canyon Recreation Area tram tour CONCERT Celebrate Valentine’s Day and explore • Old West farewell dinner Sunday, Dec. 11 the wonders of the Hawaiian Islands in The cost per person double occupancy is style. This fifteen night cruise on board the $1,895 ($600 single supplement). Included Minimal walking Grand Princess is a round trip from San in the price are: Round-trip air, all trans- Maestro Michael Morgan and Oakland Francisco. fers, five nights first-class hotel accommo- Symphony present an annual holiday con- The Grand Princes is an ideal sized ship dations, seven meals (five breakfasts, two cert at Paramount Theatre in Oakland. with a great amount of amenities, and an dinners), touring per itinerary, motor coach This non-traditional holiday tradition will itinerary that is guaranteed to please. transportation, professional tour director feature Oakland Symphony Chorus, Lin- Ports of call: and baggage handling. A deposit of $300 da Tillery and the Cultural Heritage Choir, R ita Moreno Lahaina, Maui per person is due with reservation form. Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir and other Honolulu, Oahu Final payment is due Dec. 28. Detailed itin- Hilo, Big Island erary and reservation forms are available at special guests. This year marks the 50th GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS. TORON- anniversary of the founding of the Black Nawiliwili, Kauai the Excursion Desk. TO RAPTORS Ensenada, Mexico Panthers and an important time in Oak- Wednesday, Dec. 28 land’s history. Oakland Symphony will pay Included in the price: 15-night cruise FRENCH RIVERA EXPLORER: NICE, MONTE CARLO AND CANNES homage by performing music from the Extensive walking aboard the Grand Princess, round-trip ’60s and ’70s including Motown, gospel transfers from Rossmoor to San Francisco March 21 through 29, 2017 The Rossmoor Excursion Desk is of- pier, all meals and entertainment aboard and more. Reserved orchestra seats, cost Escape the winter blues with this eight- fering a trip to see NBA Western Division ship, luggage handling, driver and stevedore is $75.The bus will leave Gateway at 2:45 day trip to French Riviera (or Côte d’Azur) Champions, Golden State Warriors, take tips, port taxes and government fees, Travel p.m. and return at approximately 7 p.m. presented by Premier World Discovery. A on the Toronto Raptors at Oracle Arena in Guard Group Protection Plan, one bottle of health retreat in the 18th century, the area “THE NUTCRACKER” Oakland. The Warriors feature superstar wine per cabin. Prices start from $2,475 per subsequently attracted aristocrats, artists Thursday, Dec. 15 players, such as two-time NBA MVP Ste- person depending on your stateroom choice. and the 1960s “jet set.” Today it’s an es- phen Curry, 2014 NBA MVP Kevin Durant, Single rates are furnished upon request. A tablished vacation destination. It includes Minimal walking Andre Igoudala, Klay Thompson and more. deposit of $980 per person is due to secure famously glamorous beach resorts such as Enjoy an unforgettable holiday experi- In 2015–16 the Toronto Raptors won a fran- reservations. Final payment is due by Nov. Saint-Tropez and Cannes, and the indepen- ence for all ages with the “The Nutcrack- chise record 56 games, finishing in second 11, 2016. Stop by the Excursion Desk for a dent microstate of Monaco. er,” presented by San Francisco Ballet. place in their conference for the first time complete itinerary and prices. “The Nutcracker” features exquisite cos- in franchise history. In the playoffs, they Tour highlights: tumes and scenery, breathtaking effects won their first playoff series since 2001 by BANJO SNOW TRAIN and spectacular dance performances by defeating both the Indiana Pacers and Mi- Feb. 7 through 9, 2017 • Seven nights at one hotel in Nice one of the world’s premier dance compa- ami Heat, advancing to the Conference Fi- • Nice city tour nies. Meet Clara, her family and friends, nals for the first time against the Cleveland Travel from Martinez to Reno aboard • Chagall Museum who have gathered for a holiday celebra- Cavaliers, only to lose to the eventual NBA Amtrak California Zephyr. Enjoy entertain- • Notre Dame Church tion, when a mysterious toy maker arrives. champions in six games. This is sure to be ment by banjo player Jack Convery and • Fragonard Perfume Factory in Grasse He performs magic tricks and presents an exciting game between these two pow- his special guests on the way and take in • Ventimiglia and San Remo, Italy Clara with a special gift: a beautiful nut- erful teams. Be aware that Warriors’ games the sights of the Sierra Nevada in winter. • Monte Carlo tour cracker doll. Together Clara and nutcrack- often feature loud and boisterous crowds. Accommodation for two nights will be at • Casino Monte Carlo er-turned-prince go on a magical journey Great lower level seats in new open-air Harrah’s Reno Resort (a short walk from • Antibes among giant mice and toy soldiers into the suite 119. The cost is $250 which includes the Amtrak station). A snack pack box lunch • Cannes deliciously delightful Candy Kingdom. The $20 Levy Restaurant concession voucher will be provided on the way up to Reno. • St. Tropez bus leaves Gateway at 12:15 p.m. and re- per person. The bus will leave at 4:45 p.m. Each guest will receive a Harrah’s coupon The cost per person double occupancy turns around 6:30 p.m. Cost is $95 and return at approximately 10 p.m. book ($180 value). Enjoy a Special Evening is $3125 ($475 single supplement). Includ- Concert Jam in Harrah’s Sapphire Room ed in the price: round-trip air, all transfers, HOLIDAY LIGHTS OF SAN FRANCISCO with stage and dance floor and lots of ban- EXTENDED TRIPS. seven nights first-class hotel accommoda- Saturday, Dec. 17 jos. The cost per person double occupancy tions, 10 meals (seven breakfasts, three 2017 LISTINGS is $339, $399 for single. Tour includes two dinners), touring per itinerary, motorcoach Extensive walking nights lodging, round-trip train ride aboard transportation, professional tour director, Indulge in the holiday spirit with the San YOSEMITE’S CHEFS’ HOLIDAYS California Zephyr, box lunch, entertainment baggage handling. A deposit of $300 per Francisco Lights tours. This is a great way Jan. 15 through 18, 2017 on the way and concert at Sapphire Room. person is due with reservation form. Final to enjoy the feel of the City during the hol- A deposit of $40 is due with application payment is due Jan. 5, 2017. Detailed itin- Experience Yosemite’s Chefs’ Holidays (check only). Optional transportation is idays. Visit the Hyatt Regency Hotel and at the Majestic Hotel (formerly the Ah- erary and reservation forms are available at be dazzled by the lights and decorations. available from Rossmoor to Martinez Am- the Excursion Desk. wahnee Hotel). America’s most renowned trak station and back for $30 per person. Enjoy a hosted dinner at the Delancey chefs come together to share their cuisine Balance is due Dec. 1. Detailed itinerary and LAS VEGAS AND DEATH VALLEY Street Restaurant that includes appetizer, at this exceptional event. Capturing the salad, entrée (choice of roasted rosemary reservation form is available at the Excur- March 26 through April 1, 2017 flavors of traditional American favorites sion Desk. and garlic chicken or grilled salmon filet, infused with each chef’s unique twists – vegetarian option is available) and dessert. This seven-day journey will take travelers from modern cosmopolitan flair, to bold AMTRAK TO RENO Learn about the mission of the Delancey to two of the most exotic places on earth: Asian flavors to delightful French influenc- Feb. 13 through 15, 2017 desolate and mysterious Death Valley and Street Foundation, a residential self-help es – each dish complements the next. Ac- organization. After dinner enjoy the driving the gaming and the entertainment capital of commodations for three nights will be at Travel aboard Amtrak through the ma- the world - Las Vegas tour of San Francisco. There will also be the Yosemite Majestic Hotel. jestic Sierra Nevada mountains on the way a stop at South San Francisco’s Parkside Tour highlights: to Reno. There is a lunch car and a snack • Las Vegas Homes where guests can walk around this bar on the train or travelers may bring a • Caesar’s Forum Shops very popular community, known for its picnic lunch. The motor coach will pick the • Mob Museum yearly ornate displays. Wear layered cloth- group up at the Reno station. In Reno the ing and comfortable shoes. The bus will group will stay at the Silver Legacy. Visits • Neon Museum Tour leave Gateway at 3:30 p.m. and return by to John Ascuaga’s Nugget and Thunder • Borax Museum 10:30 p.m. The cost is $89. Valley Casino with cash and food vouchers • Barbecue Under the Stars dinner are also included. Enjoy a hosted buffet din- • Death Valley National Park “PETER & THE WOLF NARRATED ner and a performance of the current show • Hillmar Cheese Factory BY RITA MORENO at El Dorado. The cost per person double Included in the trip are motor coach Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 4 p.m. occupancy is $350 and $412 for single. transportation, six nights deluxe lodging, 11 Minimal walking Tour includes two nights deluxe lodging, hosted meals, sightseeing per itinerary, tax- one dinner, show, casino packages, train es and gratuities and luggage handling. The Legendary singer and actress Rita to Reno, motor coach transportation, and cost is $1,595 per person double occupancy, Moreno joins the California Symphony to luggage handling. A deposit of $100 is due $2,195 for single. A deposit of $250 is due narrate Prokofiev’s cherished tale, “Pe- with application (check only). Balance is with application (check only). Balance is due ter and the Wolf” at the Lesher Center in due Nov. 11. Detailed itinerary is available Jan. 27. Detailed itinerary is available at the Walnut Creek. The holiday cheer continues Majeti s c Hotel at the Excursion Desk. Excursion Desk. Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 11B

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he trips listed below are sponsored skills to be economically independent. ness at the Siida Museum, which focus- The Pre-trip option will be four nights by Rossmoor clubs and organiza- ORT (Organization for Rehabilitation and es on Sami and northern Lapland culture in St. Petersburg, Russia, – most tours Ttions and not by the Recreation Training) maintains 235 schools in 60 and nature. A home-hosted visit with offer only a two-night visit – $1,095. No Department. The trips are open to all countries, educating 300,000 students a Sami family will include lunch. The single supplement. The post-trip op- Rossmoor residents, not just members a day. Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Voyage tion will be four nights in Copenhagen, of the club. For information, contact 2017 LISTINGS begins aboard the M.S. Polarys in the Denmark, for $1,195. No single supple- the person listed with each trip. Do not city of Kirkeness for the five-day voyage ment. The base price of the cruise tour showcasing the islands and mountains contact the Recreation Department. RENO SNOW TRAIN ABOARD THE SIERRA is $4,295 (inside cabin); with airfare SCENIC TRAIN of Norway. The ship is a working ves- from San Francisco, total is $5,695. Sin- Rossmoor clubs and organizations Feb. 14 through 16, 2017 sel that also delivers cargo on a strict gle supplement will be $1,895. Optional wishing to be included in this column schedule. Some port calls may not allow tours will be listed in the tour flyer. For must email an article to the News at St. Anne’s Society is again sponsoring time on shore. Travel across the Vest- information and booking instructions, [email protected] by Wednesday a trip on the Reno Snow Train. Onboard fjord and the Arctic Circle. The last port- contact Travel Club facilitator, Barba- at 4:30 p.m. Due to space restrictions, entertainment, live music, themes and his- of-call will be Molde, Norway’s “City of ra White, [email protected] or 295- the News reserves the right to edit or torical narration are featured. The theme Roses.” On the final leg, pass the mouth 1283. Tour flyers will be available in the delete the articles on any given week. for this trip will b e Motown with the Top of the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and Travel Club mailbox at Gateway. Shelf Valentines. The low price of $339 deepest fjord, as well as an archipelago TRAVEL CLUB SUMMARY includes round-trip train transportation of islands near Bergen. Continued on page 12B At the request of the Travel Club, the with onboard meals and entertainment between Reno and Martinez, two nights’ News lists the following summary of accommodations at the deluxe Eldorado upcoming Travel Club trips. Details of Hotel, round-trip motor coach transporta- each trip are in the regular Club Trip tion from Rossmoor to the Martinez Am- Special Events listings.. trak Station, baggage handling in Reno, all taxes and resort fees, a winner’s book FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT Aazonverm Ri CRuise AND offering discounted shows, meals and en- RAIN FOREST TOUR tertainment. Cost per person double oc- he following are the current special events sponsored by the Rossmoor Recreation April 12 through May 2, 2017 cupancy is $339 with a single supplement Department. For more information on any of these events during the month, check the Special Events listing on the calendar page each week, look for the article in the Contact Christine and Larry Barclay at of $60. The optional cancellation waiver is T 324-9131. SOLD OUT. $10. For information, contact Gale Lydeck- Arts and Leisure section of the News, or call the Recreation Department at 988-7732. er at 937-7748 or mail a deposit check, Events are free unless otherwise noted. This information is posted throughout the month NORWEGIAN COASTAL VOYAGE AND payable to Orinda Travel Trust, for $20 or on the Rossmoor News website at www.rossmoornews.com. LAPLAND $30 with waiver, to Gale Lydecker, 1412 July 17 through July 31, 2017 Stanley Dollar Drive 1B. Space is limited, so mail a deposit early. Final payment is TAPESTRY IN CONCERT Contact Barbara White at 295-1283 due Dec. 15. Wednesday, Nov. 30 The women’s handbell and vocal ensemble Tapestry will perform at 7 p.m. in the IRELAND IN DEPTH Las Vegas WITH LUK TUNG KUEN Tahoe Room at the Event Center. This free concert is open to all residents and their July 28 through Aug. 10, 2017 Feb. 22 through 27, 2017 guests. Contact Gary Schaub, at 938-5454 or Hawaiian package to Las Vegas includes [email protected]. round trip air, ground transportation, stay JIM CURRY-JOHN DENVER ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS at the Main Street Hotel and Casino(dou- Friday, Dec. 2 U.S. WESTERN FRONTIERS: YELLOW- ble occupancy), three meals a day, two or STONE AND GRAND TETONS Jim Curry and his band will perform holiday favorites and the music of John three shows, driver and bell hop tips. The Sept. 15 through 23, 2017 Denver at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Event Center. Tickets for this concert are cost is $650 per person. A deposit of $50 $20 in advance at the Recreation Department. This event is open to all residents is due by Jan. 18, 2017. Contact: Paula Tint at phone 935-6580 and their guests. or email [email protected] Hawaii WITH LUK TUNG KUEN TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY ULTIMATE GALAPAGOS EXPLORATION April 26 through May 3, 2017 Monday, Dec. 5 AND ECUADOR’S AMAZON WILDS This trip goes to Honolulu and Hilo March 2018 via Hawaiian Airlines. Trip includes The annual tree lighting ceremony will be held at 5 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Kick off the holiday season with musical performances and sing-alongs Contact Linda Lovell at 464-7130 or Ka- round-trip air from Oakland, ground led by pianist Dwight Stone and friends followed by the always popular San Ra- tie Wills at 464-7130 transportation to the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, which is three minutes from mon Valley High School singers. While at the event, enjoy cookies donated by the MOROCCO SAHARA ODYSSEY Waikiki Beach, an Hawaiian luau and Rossmoor Rotary Club, along with eggnog served by the Lion’s Club of Rossmoor. September/October 2018 show at the Hale Koa Hotel, and bus to This free event is open to all Rossmoor residents and their guests. the USS Arizona. On the Big Island, stay MILT ABEL AND FRIENDS COMEDY SHOW Contact Allison Carter at 322-7198 at the Kilauea Military Camp in one-bed- Saturday, Dec. 10 REGULAR LISTINGS room cabins. There will be three daily tours, six meals and a Polynesian show. Bay Area comedians Milt Abel, Patrick McDermott and Kathy Klotz-Guest will per- Thunder Valley CASINO – CITY OF Some breakfasts and dinners included. form in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are available at the Rec- HOPE The cost is $1,700 per person, double reation Department at Gateway. This event is open to all residents and their guests. Monday, Dec. 5 occupancy. Deposit of $150 is due when making a reservation. For information Join in the fun at Thunder Valley Casino on both trips, call Bill Lee at 808-524- and support cancer research at the City of 0056. Both trips are sponsored by the Movies Hope. Stay five hours at the casino. Leave Luk Tung Kuen Club. Gateway at 9 a.m. and return about 5:45 FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT p.m. Play bingo on the bus for fun prizes, NORWEGIAN COASTAL VOYAGE AND including a free future trip. Bring friends LAPLAND all residents and their guests. and neighbors. Casino gives $15 players July 17 through July 31, 2017 THURSDAY AND FRIDAY MOVIE credit and $5 food credit. For reservations, The Rossmoor Travel Club is spon- Thursday and Friday, Dec. 1 and 2 SUNDAY FUNNIES call Lynne Keefer at 945-7665 or email lyn- soring an unusual travel adventure. The Sunday, Dec. 4 [email protected]. Send checks for The 2016 comedy “Captain Fantas- Norwegian Coastal Voyage and Lapland $30, made payable to the City of Hope, to tic,” starring Viggo Mortensen, will be The 2016 comedy “Hello, My Name is a 14-day land and cruise tour begin- Keefer at 1830 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on is Doris,” starring Sally Field, will be ning in Helsinki, Finland, with departure Creek, CA 94595. Thursday at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. and on Fri- shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 4 from San Francisco. Travel by coast- day at 10 a.m., 1, 4, 7 and 9 p.m. Cap- and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 p.m. will CACHE CREEK WITH ORT al ship and motorcoach. Encounter the tions will be used on Thursday at 1 and feature language captions. This film is Monday, Dec. 12 culture of the indigenous Sami people 7 p.m. and Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. 90 minutes long and is rated R. This in Finland’s Lapland region, and then This film is two hours long and is rated Travel on a spacious bus with ORT to free program is open to all residents sail for five nights along the Norwe- R. This free program is open to all resi- Cache Creek Casino for five hours of fun and their guests. gian coast, with interludes of port calls dents and their guests. and games. The bus departs Gateway at in fishing villages. The coastal voyage AND THE OSCAR GOES TO.. 9:30 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m. Casino concludes in Bergen, Norway. Continue SATURDAY MOVIES Tuesday, Dec. 6 bonus includes $15 machines, $20 table to Oslo, the capital of Norway. A tour of Saturday, Dec. 3 play and $5 food coupon. The cost is $28 the city, including a visit to the Viking The 1987 drama “Wall Street,” star- inclusive and is open to all Rossmoor Ship Museum and leisure-time, will com- The 1991 drama “Bugsy,” starring ring Best Actor Oscar winner Michael residents. Friends are welcome. Make plete the tour. Helsinki will be the first Warren Beatty and Annette Bening, will Douglas, will be shown in Peacock Hall checks payable to ORT and mail to Joyce destination on this tour. A guided-tour be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at at Gateway at 1 p.m. The showing will Kearney, 2909 Ptarmigan Drive No. 2, of the city will include a stop at the 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 p.m. will feature language captions. This film is Walnut Creek. For information, call 935- Market Square; the Sibelius Monument feature language captions. This film is two hours and five minutes long and is 5716; if unavailable, call 932-8448. Email and Senate Square. Travel continues on two hours and 29 minutes long and is rated R. This free program is open to all [email protected]. ORT’S mis- a flight to Rovaniemi, then on to Ivolo. not rated. This free program is open to residents and their guests. sion is to provide the disadvantaged with Discover more about Lapland’s unique- 12B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016

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Continued from page 11B as a cowboy cookout, a river raft tour and the Mormon in the life of an Amazon village including visiting a local IRELAND IN DEPTH Center in Salt Lake City. There will be ample stops to view school. Each evening, retire to the jungle lodge with native July 28 through Aug. 10, 2017 wildlife, other features and to collect souvenirs. For the cuisine. There will be a full day optional tour to the Andean whole trip, the scenery is spectacular including wild riv- The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring a 14-day visit towns of Chilcapamba and Otavalo. Then, fly from Quito to ers, deep canyons, valleys, mountain passes and peaks. to Ireland. Travel through colorful Ireland, delve into a land the Galápagos Islands. Spend the next six days cruising vThis trip includes services of a professional tour direc- rich in history, legend, stirring music, friendly people and through the “Enchanted Isles” Trip leader is a Galápagos tor, airfare, motorcoach transportation, all hotel transfers beautiful landscapes. Travel through the most picturesque naturalist who will help direct the group through the ac- and baggage handling and 12 meals for $2,795; the single areas of Ireland and take an optional pre-trip to Northern tivities of hiking across a volcanic landscape, boarding a supplement is $975. A deposit of $300 is required. It is Ireland. This Grand Circle Tour starts in Dublin. Take a small motor dinghy for a wet landing in knee-deep water payable 75 days before departure and early payment in full panoramic tour of the city’s sights, including a visit to the to the islands and learning the rich natural history. Galápa- by check earns a $100 credit. famous Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College. There gos National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site where will be time to enjoy the historic sites of this cosmopolitan To learn more, contact trip facilitator Paula Tint at 935- more than half of the plants and birds – and nearly all the city. 6580 or email at [email protected]. reptiles – exist nowhere else on earth. On this trip, see an From Dublin, travel south to Glendalough and its his- array of birds – blue- footed boobies, swallowtail gulls, toric sixth-century monastery, and visit with hand weav- FRANCE DORDOGNE BICYCLE TOUR red-billed tropic birds and frigate birds. Plus there is an ar- ers in Avoca. Continue on to Kilkenny on the River Nore Sept. 18 to 28, 2017 ray of local marine life.There are optional extensions: The to explore the sprawling gardens for the 800-year-old pre-trip is five nights at Machu Picchu and Cuzco, Peru, The cycling wing of the Ideal Happiness Club is spon- and a post-trip five nights in Ecuador includes the Andes Kilkenny Castle, and learn about the energetic Irish sport soring an 11-day and 10-night bicycle tour of the Dordo- of hurling. Travel on to Cork, Blarney Castle and the last and the Devil Nose Train. Exact dates and pricing will be gne region in Southwest France, some of the most won- released in early 2017. Make a refundable deposit before place the Titanic dropped anchor before heading across derful cycling in the world. This leisurely exploration of the the Atlantic. Take a tour of the Waterford crystal factory. Dec. 31, 2016 for an OAT good buy discount of 10 percent. Vezere River Valley, with its numerous prehistoric sites, Get details at www.oattravel.com. Visit the unique Dingle Peninsula and the Ring of Kerry and the Dordogne River Valley, with its old castles and and attend a National Folk Theatre performance. Continue homes hanging from the cliffs, provide wonderful cycle Information flyers for this trip are available in the on to the stunning Cliffs of Mohr and the Burren on the routes and a backdrop for many optional excursions. Stay Rossmoor Travel Club mailbox at Gateway. Contact the scenic coastal road to the port city of Galway for a three- in small family run, historic hotels in Les Eyzies for three tour facilitators Linda Loveall, at 464-7130, lmloveall@ night stay. nights, Vezac for the for two nights, Meyronne near Ro- me.com or Katie Wills at 686-1123, [email protected]. For those who want to visit Belfast, the cobbled streets camadour for three nights and Sarlat for one night before New Listing of Londonderry, a five-night pre-trip to Northern Ireland is returning to Les Eyzies for the final two nights. Visit two available. Also view the Giant’s Causeway and Causeway of the best local markets in the old towns of Le Bugue and MOROCCO SAHARA ODYSSEY Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site where “Game of Sarlat. Les Eyzies is the prehistory capital of Europe where October 2018 Thrones” is filmed. Travel via historic Drogheda, the mys- Cro-Magnon Man remains were discovered. Cycle to the tical Bru Na Boinne and Neolithic Newgrange to Dublin and villages of Montignac, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, Bey- The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring this Over- join fellow travelers for the base trip. nac, Castelnaud, Souillac, Rocamadour, Carennac, Cas- seas Adventure Travel 16-day land adventure. Experience Information is available in flyers in the Rossmoor Travel telnau and Sarlat and more. The hotels serve breakfasts, traditional medinas, mosques, flavorful cuisine, ancient Club mailbox at Gateway. The base tour cost is $2,995, which, in addition to eight gourmet dinners, are included walled cities, oases and the Sahara on this small-group and the pre-trip to Northern Ireland is $1,095. Round-trip in the price. Dick Powell, club founder and former bicycle trip. From Casablanca, travel to the ancient imperial airfare from SFO is $1,300. Information is available from shop and tour company founder, who had a home in the city of Rabat, visiting the Royal Palace, ruins and gar- the tour facilitators Maria Gounaris and Gary Schaub, at Dordogne for 19 years, will lead the tour. Powell says he dens. In Fez, explore the labyrinthine lanes of the medi- 938-5454 or [email protected]. has led numerous tours in the region. The tour begins in na (old city center), which is a UNESCO World Heritage Les Eyzies, the prehistory capital of France and ends in Site, including the traditional Jewish quarter and souks MINDFULNESS RETREAT IN FRANCE’S DORDOGNE Sariat, the regional capital. Access is by train from any- (markets), where every inch is filled with bazaars, cafés, REGION where in France. The tour is $2,990 per person, double shops, donkeys and people. Optional full-day tour of two Sept. 8 to 18, 2017 occupancy, $650 single room supplement. Bicycle rentals UNESCO sites: Volubilis, a well-preserved Roman city The Ideal Happiness Club is sponsoring an 11-Day are available or travelers can bring their own. See the com- with historic ruins and striking mosaics; and Meknes, a and 10-night mindfulness meditation and study retreat plete itinerary and more detail at: www.mindfulnesstours. walled city with immense stables and granaries from the in the Dordogne region in Southwest France. The trip be- org/2017guided.html. All are invited to join the Tuesday 17th century. Cross the Atlas Mountains to Erfoud, a small gins with seven nights in the valleys of the Dordogne and morning casual rides from Rossmoor to either Peet’s in trading village, before reaching private tented campsite Vezere Rivers. The valleys offer beautiful scenery and nu- Danville, or to Si Si Cafe in Moraga and back. Meet at Gate- in the Sahara. Ride camels, hike on top of sand dunes, merous prehistoric sites, as well as medieval fortresses, way at 10 a.m. For information, contact Powell at Dick- visit a farm, hear Gnawa musicians in a remote village, churches and homes hanging from the cliffs overlooking [email protected] or 238-6366. and visit nomadic families. See an ancient walled city in the river Valleys. Then transfer to the Plum Village Retreat Tinejdad and a Berber museum on the way to the oasis 2018 Trip Center for three nights, the home of Thich Nhat Hanh, the town of Ouarzazate. Visit the UNESCO site Aït Benhaddou, a mountainside walled city. In Marrakesh, explore Gueliz, world renowned Buddhist monk, peace activist and mas- ULTIMATE GALÁPAGOS EXPLORATION ter of mindfulness training. The stay is in a small family the Koutoubia minaret, the Saadian Tombs, the Moorish AND ECUADOR’S AMAZON WILDS spice market, the Bahia Palace and the famous medina. run hotel in the village of Carsac-Aillac, where breakfast March 2018 and dinner will be included. At Plum Village all meals are Return to Casablanca and explore the city center. There are included and there are choices of shared or private rooms. optional extensions: pre-trip is five nights in the “blue city” The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring this Overseas of Chefchaouen and Tangier and the post-trip is four nights Visit the villages of La Roque-Gageac, Domme, Beynac, Adventure Travel 16-day land and small- ship adventure. Castelnaud, Rocamadour, Sarlat, Montignac, Les Eyzies in Essaouira and Casablanca. Exact dates and pricing will Calm waters, abundant wildlife and unique cultural learn- be released in early 2017. Make a refundable deposit be- and more. Visit two of the best local markets in the old ings will grace this trip. towns of Le Bugue and Sarlat. Les Eyzies is the prehistory fore June 2017 to qualify for an OAT discount” of 10 per- capital of Europe where Cro-Magnon Man remains were First, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ecua- cent. Get details at www.oattravel.com. Information flyers discovered. Numerous prehistory sites, some going back dor‘s capital city, Quito, and the Intiñan Museum. Then to for this trip are available in the Rossmoor Travel Club mail- 40,000 years, medieval fortresses, cycling paths, beautiful Coca on the Napo River in the Amazon River water shed box at Gateway. Contact the tour facilitator Allison Carter countryside to explore by van, on foot, cycling or canoe- for some bird watching, a walk in the rain forest, a day in Rossmoor at 322-7198 or [email protected]. ing, make it the perfect setting for contemplation, meditation and study. Dick Powell, club founder, and a tour company founder, who had a home in the Dordogne for 19 years, will co-lead the retreat with Chau Yoder, a Thich Take a yoga class at the Fitness Center Nhat Hanh trained Dharma teacher. The tour is $2,990 per person, double occupancy, $420 single room supplement. The Rossmoor Fitness Center at Del Valle offers TLC- Beginner Yoga Airfare is not included. Many of the guided entry fees are a variety of yoga and directed movement class- Offered as a series included. See more details at www.idealhappiness.org/ es, from Monday through Saturday. Classes are Time and place: 11:35 to 12:50 a.m. in the Shasta retreats.html. For information, contact Powell at DickPow- for all levels and accommodate those with phys- Room at Del Valle Fitness Center. Nine classes [email protected] or 238-6366. ical limitations. Participants are advised to wear in the series. New Listing loose clothing and come with a relatively empty Instructor: Leena St. Michael, stomach. Props, used when needed, may include Must pre-register 200-5130. Call for dates and WESTERN FRONTIERS chairs, blocks and straps. The following is a list prices. Sept. 15 through 23, 2017 of all the classes with times, location and style. Flexible Yoga Contact the instructor for information or check the Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m. in the Shasta Room at An exciting trip is now available to several unique, scenic, unusual and historic locations in the western United schedule in the Fitness Center. Del Valle Fitness Center States. This land trip is sponsored by the Rossmoor Trav- MONDAY Style: Emphasis is on flexibility using Iyengar-style el Cl and features Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Integrated Yoga yoga, which focuses on correct body alignment. Parks. It is operated by Premier World Discovery and is Time and place: 10 to 11:20 a.m. in the Shasta Hatha yoga with stretches using props will be labeled “Western Frontiers.” Locations with overnight Room at Del Valle Fitness Center. practiced when needed. stays are, in geographical sequence, Rapid City, S.D., Style: Improve energy, focus, strength, balance Instructor: Barbara Bureker has been a yoga in- Sheridan Wyo., Yellowstone, Wyo., Jackson, Wyo., and and flexibility. structor for 39 years. For information, call 934- Salt Lake City, Utah. There will be visits to six national Instructor: Leena St. Michael, who has more than 7857. parks/monuments led by two days visiting Yellowstone. 5,000 teaching hours. She is trained in Mindful- Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, Others are Badlands, Mount Rushmore, Deadwood (Lead), ness-Based Stress Reduction methods. two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. Devils’ Tower and Grand Tetons. There are tours of another Fees: $12 per drop-in, 10 sessions for $90. Continued on next page six major sites and museums highlighted by the Buffalo Bill Museum in Cody, Wyo. There are cultural events such Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 13B

Arts & Leisure AROUND THE BAY AREA ANTON’S WELL THEATER COMPANY presents 9 p.m. There will be live music, free craft classes, and and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. The the Bay Area premiere of “Ages of the Moon” by Sam demonstrations. The sale continues from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. show explores the depths to which humanity can sink and Shepard. Performances are on Fridays and Saturdays, on Dec. 3 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 4. the heights of compassion of which we are capable. For Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17, at 8 p.m. and Sundays, Dec. 4, CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS (formerly Civic tickets, call 969-2358 or go to www.dvcdrama. 11 and 18, at 2 p.m. at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Arts Education) will have a winter ballet gala on Friday, DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE Drama presents the Ave., Berkeley. The play captures the essential Shepard – Dec. 9, at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. at the Del play, “The Laramie Project,” Dec. 2 through 11 at DVC, intoxicating language, rambunctious comedy and rueful Valle Theater on the Acalanes Adult Education Center 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill. Show times are Friday appreciation of the confounding world. Tickets are $17 to campus, 1963 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek. Diablo and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. The $20. Call 510-368-0090 or go to www.antonswellorg. Ballet artists will perform alongside Community Arts show explores the depths to which humanity can sink and BEDFORD GALLERY presents “Cut Up/Cut Out,” ballet students. Tickets are available at 943-7469 and at the heights of compassion of which we are capable. For an exhibition of more than 50 local, national and the door. tickets, call 969-2358 or go to www.dvcdrama. international artists who explore the captivating methods CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS (formerly Civic PLAYWRIGHTS FOUNDATION presents of decorative piercing and cutting, using a wide range Arts Education) Jazz Band and Flock of Flutes will “FlashPlays!,” its seventh annual winter festival of newly of media from paper and plastic to metal and rubber. present their annual holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 11, penned micro plays, on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 8 p.m. and The exhibit is Dec. 18 through March 5. The gallery is at 3 p.m. at the Center for Community Arts, 111 N. Wiget Sunday, Dec. 4, at 5 p.m. at the Brava Theater, 2781 24th located in the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Lane, Walnut Creek. Tickets are $10 at the door. St., San Francisco. A dance party follows the Dec. 4 Drive, Walnut Creek. Adult general admission is $5. The concert from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $18 in advance from opening reception is Sunday, Dec. 18, from 3 to 5 p.m. CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY presents the holiday favorite, “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. www.eventbrite.com and are $25 at the door. A $36 VIP and costs $5 for adults. For information, call 295-1417 or package includes a reserved seat and a festive beverage. go to www.bedfordgallery.org. Performances are Thursday, Dec. 8, through Sunday, Dec. 18, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic For information, go to bayareaplaywrightsfestival.org. CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF PERFORMING Drive, Walnut Creek. There is music, dance, spectacular SHADELANDS RANCH MUSEUM will have a ARTS presents “The Nutcracker” at the Campolindo special effects and scary ghosts. For information, go to holiday fair and Victorian tea Nov. 26 through Dec. 11. Performing Arts Center, Moraga. Performances are CenterREP.org. Tickets are $27 to $49. Call 943-7469 or The museum will be open from 10 a. m. to 4 p.m. at 2660 Friday, Dec. 16, at 5:30 and 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 17, at go to lesherartscenter.org. Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek. The Victorian tea 2 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 18, at 1 and 5 p.m. For will be served at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. with a cost of tickets, go to www.capashows.eventbrite.com. DIABLO CHORAL ARTISTS presents “Christmas Pudding,” a concert of traditional English songs featuring $35. Advance reservations are required. Call 935-7871. CALIFORNIA SYMPHONY presents “Peter and the works by Rutter, Tavener, Vaughan Williams, Byrd, Holst Handcrafted items will also be for sale. Wolf” with narration by Rita Moreno on Tuesday and and more. There are two performances. On Friday, Dec. TOWN HALL THEATRE celebrates the holidays with Wednesday, Dec. 20 and 21, at the Lesher Center for 2, at 8 p.m., the concert is at St. Stephen’s Episcopal “The Best Christmas Ever” Dec. 3 through 17 at the the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. Tickets are Church, 66 St. Stephen’s Drive, Orinda. On Sunday, Dec. theatre, 3535 School St., Lafayette. Based on the best- available at lesherartscenter.org or call 943-7469. 4, at 3 p.m., the concert is at St. Andrew’s Presvvbyterian selling young adult book by that name, a couple struggle CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS (formerly Civic Church, 1601 Mary Drive, Pleasant Hill. Senior tickets to put on a Christmas pageant. There will be pre-show Arts Education) will have a sale of handcrafted holiday are $18. For details and to purchase tickets, call 680-7089 caroling and music in the lobby one hour before curtain. items, such as ceramics, glass, jewelry, fiber arts and or go to www.dcachorus.org. There will be a collection for Toys for Tots at every photography, Friday through Sunday, Dec. 2 through 4, DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE Drama presents the performance. Tickets are $20 to $32 with a discount at the Center for Community Arts, 111 N. Wiget Lane, play, “The Laramie Project,” Dec. 2 through 11 at DVC, available for seniors. For tickets and information, call Walnut Creek. An opening reception is Dec. 2 from 5 to 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill. Show times are Friday 283-1557 or go to www.TownHallTheatre.com. Yoga and movement classes offered throughout the week at Fitness Center C ontinued from page 12B healing process. Call 510-548-9566. class using props is practiced when needed. T Uesday Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, Instructor: Barbara Bureker. For information, call Gentle Yoga two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. 934-7857. Time and place: 11 a.m. to noon in the Shasta Room Restorative Deep Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, at Del Valle Fitness Center. Release Yin Yoga two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. Style: Hatha yoga (based on Inyengar teachings) Time and place: 5:15 to 6:40 p.m. in the Shasta Gentle Yoga emphasizing correct alignment and posture while Room at the Del Valle Fitness Center. Time and place: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the developing strength and balance. May be done Style: Quiet the mind, free the breath, expand the Shasta Room at Del Valle. seated, standing or on floor. Props (blocks, straps) heart, open the hips, increase flexibility. Regu- Style: This class emphasizes correct alignment of used when needed. Each class ends with a relax- lar practice develops a progressively increasing the body and includes some chair work, as well ation period. Students encouraged to work at own relaxing capability. Participants are gradually in- as basic standing poses. Each session ends with pace and within own limitations and abilities. troduced to basic essential postures and how to relaxation period. Instructor: Sarah Harvey. A certified yoga practi- uniquely configure them safely and comfortably Instructor: Sarah Harvey, a graduate of Iyengar tioner for 15 years, Harvey believes her class is a to support the body toward harmony and balance. Yoga Institute. Call 925-788-4128. good match for those new to yoga, or those work- Instructor: Leena St. Michael, a Yoga Alliance Fees: $10 per class; $35 for four classes, $60 for eight ing through injuries or other limitations. For infor- Continuing Education provider. Call 200-5130 or classes. mation, call 925-788-4128. email [email protected]. SATURDAY Fees: $10 per class, or $35 per month for four classes, Fees: $12 for drop-in. Ten-day pass for one of her Tibetan Kum Nye Yoga or $60 for eight sessions. Drop-ins welcome. drop-in classes is $90 Second and fourth Saturday Active Yoga Time and place: 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Shasta Room Time and place: 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. in the Shasta THURSDAY at Del Valle Fitness Center Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Integrated Yoga Style: Renew a spirit of ease and appreciation Style: This class is geared toward current yoga stu- Time and place: 10 to 11:20 a.m. in the Shasta Room through gentle yoga. Relax the body and mind. dents who have taking class on a regular basis for at Del Valle Fitness Center. Call the instructor, Coordinator: Endy Stark. For information, call 938- at least two years. 200-5130. 4681. Instructor: Sarah Harvey. Call 925-788-4128 Style: Deep therapeutic relaxation and energy re- Fees: $10 per class. Fees: The drop-in fee for the active yoga class is $10 newal. Active Yoga per session. Participants also have the option of Instructor: Leena St. Michael, who has more than Time and place: This class meets on the first and buying a series of four classes for $35, or eight 5,000 teaching hours. She is trained in Mindful- third Saturday each month and on the fifth Satur- classes for $60 ness-Based Stress Reduction methods. day as allowed by the calendar. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Stretch Yoga Fees: $12 per drop-in or five sessions for $50; 10 ses- in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m. at the Fitness Center at sions for $90. Style: This class is geared toward current yoga stu- Del Valle Strength Yoga dents who are taking classes on a regular basis for Style: Iyenagar approach, with emphasis on correct Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m. in the Shasta Room at at least two years. alignment in postures, while developing strength, Del Valle Fitness Center Instructor: Sarah Harvey. Call 788-4128 balance, ease of movement and endurance. Style: Stretch to relax and build up strength. All are Fees: Drop-in fee is $10 per session. Participants also Instructor: Barbara Bureker, yoga instructor for 39 welcomed. have the option of buying a series of four classes years. For information, call 934-7857. Instructor: Barbara Bureker, who has been a yoga for $35, or eight classes for $60. Class series are Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, instructor for 39 years. For information, call 934- good for 90 days. two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins.. 7857. WEDNESDAY Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, Gentle Yoga two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. Barcodes Used at Del Valle Time and place: 11 a.m. to noon, Aerobics Room at FRIDAY Del Valle. Flexible Yoga Complex for Quick Entry Style: Seated and standing yoga. Options for the Time and place: 10 to 11 a.m. in the Shasta Room at For smooth and efficient entry into the Fitness floor for those who wish. Del Valle Fitness Center and Aquatics Center at Del Valle, be sure to get Instructor: Bonnie Maeda, who has been a certified Style: This class puts an emphasis on flexibility with forms to sign up for a bar code. Stop by the Fit- yoga practitioner for seven years. She is a regis- strength, using Iyengar style yoga with a focus on ness Center front desk for information and forms. tered nurse and works with students during the correct body alignment. A more vigorous yoga 14B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 HEALTH & FITNESS Walnut Creek Library to Medical Marijuana Club hosts panel talk host seminar on issues on health benefits of marijuana Dec. 13 that affect prostate health This past June, the leadership of the Med- efits of medical cannabis for managing symp- ical Marijuana Education and Support Club toms in cancer care and in the end of life. Cole A prostate health seminar attended a panel discussion at Lafayette Li- has spoken widely throughout the Bay Area on sponsored by Pacific Urology brary’s Science Café. The speakers looked health, aging, dementia, medical cannabis and will be held Tuesday, Dec. 6, at the health benefits of medical marijuana, the Endocannabinoid system. Cole provides from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the its use in treating serious illness, managing insight as both a physician and as a patient. Oak View Room of the Wal- chronic diseases and alleviating pain from He will discuss the Endocannabinoid sys- nut Creek Library. Admission chronic conditions. tem and its impact on physiology. is free and refreshments will The program was so successful that it will Bleshing is a medical journalist and reg- be served. be repeated at the club’s meeting on Tuesday, ular contributor in the fields of cannabinoid Stephen Taylor, M.D., Dec. 13, at 7:15 p.m. in the Diablo Room at health sciences, mind-body medicine, phy- and Parminder Sethi, M.D., Hillside. The panel consists of Robert Cole, topharmacology as well as evidence-based ill- board-certified urologists M.D., Uwe Blesching, a medical journalist, ness prevention and treatment protocols. His with Pacific Urology, will dis- and Eloise Theisen, a certified adult geriatric latest book, the “Cannabis Health Index,” is cuss issues affecting prostate nurse practitioner who specializes in canna- informed by Blesching’s rigorous in-depth re- health. bis therapy. search and 20 years’ experience in emergency Prostate health affects men Cole practiced OB/GYN in this communi- medicine as a paramedic for the city of San of all ages, along with their ty for more than 20 years. His advancing can- Francisco. partners. This seminar will cer and radical surgery ended Cole’s practice He has a bachelor’s degree in humanities review the prostate health ben- and propelled him into a new life as a cancer from the New College of California, a mas- efits of a healthy diet, active Stephen Taylor, M.D. patient. He pursued experimental treatments ter’s in psychology and a doctorate in higher lifestyle and reducing stress, that failed but eventually he found a clinical education and social change from the Western as well as highlighting new- continence. trial that has extended his life. He now works Institute for Social Research. er approaches to treating en- Questions and answers will as an associate medical director for Hospice Uwe will speak on how to make more in- larged prostate without medi- follow the presentation. Spous- of the East Bay. formed and practical decisions about the cation or major surgery. es and partners are encouraged During his work in palliative care, he says medical uses of cannabis and the therapeutic The presentation will also to attend. he has come to appreciate the potential ben- Continued on page 16B include a discussion about The library is located at new techniques for detecting 1644 N. Broadway, Walnut prostate cancer and in-office Creek. RSVP by calling 677- therapies for treating male in- 504, ext. 272. Memory Fit program offered at Fitness Center Class meets on Tuesday, Saturday afternoons Happiness Club meets for The Memory Fitness Pro- tive function? pairment. Exercise also may gram, with Live 2 B Healthy Exercise has many known delay the start of Alzheimer’s daily meditation sessions Senior Fitness, is an hour- benefits, including reducing for people at risk of developing The Ideal Happiness Club holds daily meditation sessions long exercise class that meets the risk of cardiovascular dis- the disease or slow the prog- from 8:30 to 9 a.m. at various locations. on Tuesdays and Saturdays ease and diabetes, strengthen- ress of the disease. Club founder Dick Powell hosts Monday through Friday med- from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the ing the bones and muscles and Physical activity seems itations at his home, 2956 Tice Creek Drive No. 4, Entry 4. Aerobics Room at the Fitness reducing stress. to help the brain not only by On the first Saturday of each month, it precedes the laughter Center. It also appears that regular keeping blood flowing but yoga class in the Echo Room at the Event Center. On the sec- Exercises designed spe- physical activity benefits the also by increasing chemicals ond, third, fourth and fifth Saturdays, it precedes the practicing cifically for seniors not only brain. Studies show that peo- that protect the brain. Physical mindfulness class in the Fairway Room at Creekside. On Sun- maintain physical strength and ple who are physically active activity also tends to counter days, meditations are in the Sanctum at Dollar. stamina, but actually improve are less likely to experience a some of the natural reduction Mindfulness meditation started in March 2015 and club mem- balance and fitness, and also decline in their mental func- in brain connections that oc- bers report it is very helpful to their state of happiness. can improve memory. tion and have a lowered risk curs with aging. Documented benefits of meditation include: Less stress and For Silver Sneakers and of developing Alzheimer’s More research is needed anxiety, better performance, improved sleep, more control over Silver Fit members, there’s disease. to know to what degree add- pain and emotion, an enhanced immunity system, reduction in no fee. For all others, the first Exercising several times ing physical activity improves chronic pain and a better mood. month trial is free. Afterward, a week for 30 to 60 minutes memory or slows the pro- Chairs are provided. Those who use a meditation cushion may classes are $40 per month or may keep thinking, reasoning gression of cognitive decline. bring their own. $5 per session. and learning skills sharp for Nonetheless, regular exercise Attendees at the sessions at Powell’s manor should park on All are welcome, regardless healthy individuals. Exercise is important to stay physically Tice Creek Drive near Entry 5. Powell’s home faces Tice Creek of physical ability. Not only may also improve memory, rea- and mentally fit. Drive. are these classes good for you, soning, judgment and thinking For information, contact For information, contact Powell at [email protected] or but they’re designed for fun. skills (cognitive function) for Live 2 B Healthy Senior Fit- at 238-6366. For additional information on all Ideal Happiness Can exercise prevent mem- people with mild Alzheimer’s ness at 549-2211 or at jbetten- programs, go to www.IdealHappiness.org. ory loss and improve cogni- disease or mild cognitive im- [email protected]. AA now meets on Wednesdays May We Have The daily reflections meeting of Alcoholics Anony- mous, which meets on Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Gar- den Room of Dollar Clubhouse, will change its meeting the Privilege of day and location. Effective Dec. 7, it will meet on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in Serving You? Multipurpose Room 1 at Gateway. For information, call Judy R. at 945-7444. Awarded Presidential FEMA Contract Winner of the HHCAHPS • Same day staffing available Katy&Mom’s AWARD 2013 • Free assessment In-home care for seniors • Non-medical transportation 15 years serving Rossmoor Call Noupane 925-685-5577 (925) 550-4762 1850 Gateway Blvd. #280 • Hourly or 24-Hour Live-in • Companionship • Hygiene Assistance • Meal Preparation • Light Housekeeping • Errands/Shopping Concord, CA 94520 • Affordable Rates • Free Assessment Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 15B Super Sunday speaker talks about fitness, memory HICAP offers free program Joe Bettencourt is the Super Sunday speaker older adults for over 30 years, Bettencourt’s for Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. in the Aerobic Room at the primary goal in working with clients and stu- on Medicare in Walnut Creek Fitness Center. dents is to help them meet their lifestyle and The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Pro- Bettencourt, a fitness specialist, will discuss fitness goals in a healthy, safe and fun en- gram (HICAP) of Contra Costa County has the answers the evidence of how exercise can prevent mem- vironment. He works with corporations and for residents who are new to Medicare and have questions ory loss and improve cognitive function. non-profit organizations, meeting with exec- on how it works. Physical activity seems to help the brain not utives from a variety of fields to help create “Welcome to Medicare” is a free class presented on only by keeping blood flowing but also by in- solutions for the health of aging populations Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at John Muir creasing chemicals that protect the brain. Phys- and communities. Medical Center in Walnut Creek. ical activity also tends to counter some of the The Golden Rain Foundation and staff do During this session, a HICAP representative will ex- natural reduction in brain connections that oc- not specifically endorse any content or benefit plain and answer questions about Medicare benefits and curs with aging. by any of these presentations. The Super Sun- costs, when and how to enroll, prescription drug coverage, More research is needed to know to what de- day Speaker Series presentations are for infor- Medicare Advantage plans (HMOs), Medicare supplemen- gree adding physical activity improves memory mative purposes only. tal insurance and will discuss how Medicare coordinates or slows the progression of cognitive decline. For information and to register for this with other coverages. Nonetheless, regular exercise is important to speaker, call the fitness desk at 988-7850. Wear After this session, participants will be able to make in- stay physically and mentally fit. gym shoes and layered clothing as the Fitness formed decisions on how best to address needs for health As a specialist who has been working with Center is kept at a cool 68 degrees. insurance coverage with Medicare. This class is conducted monthly at John Muir hospital ME/CFS and fibromyalgia support in Walnut Creek as well as other locations in Contra Costa County. For information on these classes or other HICAP services, go to www.cchicap.org or call HICAP at 602-4163. group meets at Creekside on Thursday The Rossmoor Myalgic En- those in their lives) to meet continued discussion of the re- HICAP offers free, impartial information and assistance cephalomyelitis/Chronic Fa- in a setting of confidentiality sults from the research confer- to all Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers and does tigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) - and respect to share informa- ence in October. One topic will not sell or endorse any products. HICAP is sponsored by Fibromyalgia Support Group tion and provide support to its be the different effects of ex- Medicare, the California Department of Aging and Contra will meet on Thursday, Dec. 1, members. ercise on those with ME/CFS Costa County. at 1 p.m. in the Bunker Room The group meets regularly on and fibromyalgia. To register for this class, call John Muir Health Senior Ser- at Creekside. the first Thursday of each month For information, contact the vices at 949-7900, option 1 or online at johnmuirhealth.com. The group invites those with at 1 p.m. in the Bunker Room. group coordinator at me.ross- ME/CFS or fibromyalgia (and The meeting will include a [email protected]. Hope Hospice seeks volunteers, Rossmoor residents are welcome Strength-training and low-impact aerobic Hope Hospice is currently in patients’ lives. Volunteer dance classes offered by Cathy Steen looking for individuals who opportunities include the Twenty-two year Rossmoor fitness instruc- ing grandchildren and carrying groceries. live in or near Walnut Creek following: caregiver relief, tor Cathy Steen offers daily exercise classes at Bud and Mary Lembke said, Steen never who are interested in volun- friendly visitors, cosmetol- the Del Valle Fitness Center. Classes focus on runs out of enthusiasm, and new ideas for lead- teering to assist hospice pa- ogy, healing touch, Reiki maintaining and improving strength, balance, ing exercise classes in the gym or in the water. tients and their families. massage and therapy musi- agility and cardiovascular conditioning. There is a $4 fee per class or $4.50 for drop- In keeping with Hope cians. Strength training is offered Monday, ins, but the first class is free. Hospice’s goal to make sure Anyone interested in be- Wednesday and Friday from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. Low impact aerobic dance is offered Tues- patients can live their lives coming a Hope Hospice volun- Students work both their upper and lower body days and Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. It is to the fullest and with dig- teer, should contact Director by using dumbbells, bands, medicine balls and a low impact but high energy dance class where nity, volunteers provide a of Volunteers Jill Biggs, RN, elastic tubes. participants start with a 10-minute stretch fol- variety of services that help at 829-8770. For information, Participants go through a series of stretch- lowed by 30 minutes of fun dance moves. enhance the quality of care visit www.hopehospice.com. es to warm up before the resistance workout. If you’ve ever done the cha-cha or a grape- Occasionally, Steen includes circuit training vine, you’ll fit right in. Burning calories has where class members rotate around the room never been so easy, as you swing and sway with Keeping Fit class will enjoy performing specific tasks. other fun loving residents. Residents find they’re more confident climb- The last 15 minutes on Tuesday are devot- breakfast at Rossmoor Diner ing stairs, getting in and out of their cars, lift- Continued on page 16B Members of the Keeping Fit class will enjoy a breakfast compliments of the club on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 9 a.m. at the Rossmoor Diner. Reservations can be made on the class sign-in sheet. The class meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 a.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle. It is an hour long workout using gentle standing and chair exercises. Equip- ment and weights are available for use from the storage area. Dues are $10 annually. For information, call Marie Harp, 274-1318. 16B Rossmoor News • November 30, 2016 Get in walking shape with TV Guide for Channel 28 Front Runners ROSSMOOR COMMUNITY CHANNEL 28 It’s time to get in shape for the holiday season by joining Programs running from Dec. 1 through 7 the Rossmoor Front Walkers The following programs are all scheduled to be broadcast this rhythm and blues, jazz and gospel groups. Green’s band, featuring on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 9 a.m. week. Check the grid below for days and times of programs. For legendary keyboard player Rodney Burger and the smooth vocal outside the Creekside Grill. information about programs on Channel 28, please call 988-7820. styling of Marcella Hooks, plays a spirited jazz set that includes Participants will walk around ■ Post It! is a community bulletin board that allows residents to holiday favorites like “Walking in a Winter Wonderland” and great Creekside at their own pace. view activities within Rossmoor, including trips, movies and club standards like “New York, New York.” They’ll meet back in the events. This program runs between other programs when possible. ■ TAPESTRY: Winterglow. One hour. Bunker Room at Creekside for ■ Classic Arts Showcase includes video samplings of animation, Led by artistic director Cindy Krausgrill with accompaniment on rest and light refreshments. architectural art, ballet, chamber and choral music, dance, folk art, piano by Skye Atman, Tapestry vocal and handbell ensemble pres- museum art, musical theater, opera and orchestral performances, as ents its holiday program, “Winterglow,” featuring a lovely assort- The Rossmoor Front Walk- ment of holiday music that ranges from the medieval processional ers is a chapter of the Interna- well as classic film and archival documentaries. ■ Fitness Fun. Exercise. 30 minutes. of Benjamin Britten’s “A Ceremony of Carols” to contemporary se- tional Front Runners organi- This program is scheduled every day at 9 a.m. The program changes lections like “What Child It This?” and “Christmas on Broadway.” zation and is sponsored by the daily to vary the exercises. ■ JEFF Labes. Holiday music. One hour. Rossmoor LGBT Alliance. ■ GRF BOARD Meeting (Dec. 1) Jeff Labes performs standards and holiday favorites. For years The Rossmoor LGBT Al- The Board considers: Accepting the 2016 audit proposal; approv- Labes performed as a keyboard player and musical director for leg- liance works to build bridges ing 2017 capital expenditures; approving earthquake insurance; a endary musician Van Morrison. Labes has written songs for musi- between and with friends and request for proposal for the development of a landscape plan for a cals over the past 25 years. He currently teaches music in San Pablo. members of the LGBT commu- park system along the perimeter of the golf course; and a policy ■ YES, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus. Reading. 10 minutes. nity. For information, visit the exemption. If the meeting runs longer than the time slot allows, all Jim Stewart recites the Sept. 21, 1897, editorial reply from Sun website at rossmoorlgbta.org. programs following will be adjusted. newsman Francis Pharcellus Church to the question posed by Vir- ■ Channel 28’s TV BINGO. Game for residents only. One hour. ginia. Church states, “childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance Play TV bingo in your home. Pick up a free bingo card at CH28’s to make tolerable this existence,” when one is considering faith in Strength office in Creekside and play the first Tuesday of each month. Prizes the unknown. are donated by local merchants for dinners, theatre, haircuts and ■ RCA Christmas Carols and Stories. Holiday music. 40 min- and aerobics even fresh flowers. utes. Players from the Regional Center of the Arts (RCA) perform ■ MEDICARE 2016-2017. Informational talk. One hour. at Barnes and Noble Booksellers, singing traditional Christmas classes offered Medicare’s open enrollment runs through Dec. 7. In this program music and readings of the season, dressed in the clothing of the Continued from page 15B HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) pro- early 1900s. ed to core and upper body vides information and the new changes affecting Medicare for 2016- ■ GEORGE and the Cool Kats. Jazz music.One hour. workouts. Thursday classes set 2017. HICAP senior advocates Ruth Atkins and Diane Whaley explain This collaborative group consists of some of Rossmoor’s favorite aside 15 minutes for mat work the many levels of Medicare and what choices residents have this year. entertainers: Pattie Leidecker on piano and Richard Stenton on and relaxation. ■ CONTRA Costa Chorale. Holiday music. 55 minutes. guitar. It starts out with the holiday duet “Baby It’s Cold Outside” sung by vocalist and bass player George Hsieh and jazz vocalist There is a $5 fee per class or Contra Costa Chorale is a community chorus affiliated with Contra Costa College. The chorus numbers between 40 and 60 voices for a Alana Hope. A special guest is tenor Douglas Bryson who sings $5.50 for drop-in but the first three songs including “Ave Maria” and “Oh Holy Night.” class is free. particular concert set and has an extended membership of 100-plus singers. In this production, 14 singers give a classical performance of ■ ASHMOLEAN Singers Christmas Concert. Holiday mu- traditional holiday tunes. sic. One hour, 13 minutes. The Ashmolean Singers Christmas ■ MARLON Green and Friends. Holiday jazz show. One hour. Concert includes the 71-member chorus accompanied by a full or- Panel looks Marlon Green is a native Californian who has for the past 25 years chestra performing classic Christmas favorites, several up-tempo contributed his skills and enthusiasm to many major Bay Area arrangements of more contemporary songs, as well as some sing- at health along pieces under the artistic direction of Steve Mullins. = Screened boxes indicate that programming continues into next half-hour time slot. benefits of When program ends, Post-It is broadcast. Reference programs below by titles in capital letters above. marijuana Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Continued from page 14B 12-1 12-2 12-3 12-4 12-5 12-6 12-7 applications for chronic condi- 6 a.m. POST IT! POST IT! POST IT! POST IT! POST IT! POST IT! POST IT! tions and stubborn symptoms. Theisen is a cannabis con- 6:30 a.m. sultant and founder of Green 7 a.m. CONTRA MEDICARE ASHMOLEANS YES MARLON TAPESTRY GEORGE Health Consultants, a clinic providing patients with con- 7:30 a.m. RCA sulting to safely and effective- 8 a.m. TAPESTRY YES GEORGE MEDICARE CONTRA MARLON ly use cannabinoids to manage 8:30 a.m. RCA health conditions. She serves on the board of the American 9 a.m. FITNESS FITNESS FITNESS FITNESS FITNESS FITNESS FITNESS Cannabis Nurses Association, 9:30 a.m. POST IT! GRF BOARD GRF BOARD POST IT! POST IT! GRF BOARD POST IT! the only organization that ed- 10 a.m. MEDICARE ASHMOLEANS CONTRA TAPESTRY ucates nurses on the Endocan- nabinoid system and effective 10:30 a.m. cannabis therapies. 11 a.m. TAPESTRY MARLON MEDICARE She is also a clinical instructor at Cal State East Bay where 11:30 a.m. she teaches nursing students. Noon YES POST IT! POST IT! MEDICARE TAPESTRY POST IT! GEORGE Eloise obtained her bachelor’s 12:30 p.m. RCA degree from San Francisco State, her master’s from CSU 1 p.m. CONTRA CLASSIC CLASSIC TAPESTRY GEORGE CLASSIC JEFF Dominquez Hills and her post 1:30 p.m. master’s adult/geriatric nurse 2 p.m. ASHMOLEANS TAPESTRY YES MARLON JEFF CONTRA MARLON practitioner certification from the University of Massachu- 2:30 p.m. RCA setts in Boston. 3 p.m. JEFF GEORGE CONTRA MEDICARE TAPESTRY YES She will speak on practical uses of cannabis for sleep, 3:30 p.m. RCA pain, anxiety and depression. 4 p.m. GEORGE MARLON CONTRA JEFF ASHMOLEANS YES CONTRA Additionally, she will touch 4:30 p.m. RCA upon drug-to-drug interactions and potential side effects asso- 5 p.m. MARLON CONTRA TAPESTRY MEDICARE TV BINGO ASHMOLEANS ciated with cannabis. 5:30 p.m. All Rossmoor residents and 6 p.m. JEFF GEORGE MARLON GEORGE YES guests are welcome to attend. The Medical Marijuana Club 6:30 p.m. RCA does not collect dues and de- 7 p.m. GRF BOARD GRF BOARD JEFF MARLON GRF BOARD CONTRA GRF BOARD pends on the generosity of donations from those attending 7:30 p.m. the meetings. Refreshments 8 p.m. MEDICARE YES GEORGE are served. For information, 8:30 p.m. RCA contact President Renee Lee at 979–9068. 9 p.m. CLASSIC CLASSIC CLASSIC CLASSIC CLASSIC CLASSIC CLASSIC