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Sacramento life Land Park resident reflects on Going solar See page 27 nearly 10 decades in Sacramento See page 6 The Land Park News Dan Carmazzi appointed to athletic www.valcomnews.com leadership at Christian Brothers High School E-mail stories & photos to: [email protected] Vol. XXI • No. 9 Special to Land Park News The Land Park News is published on the second and fourth Thursdays 2709 Riverside Blvd. of the month and delivered by mail and home delivery in the area Sacramento, bounded by Broadway to the north, Interstate 5 on the west, Florin CA 95818 This summer, Dan Carmazzi will join the Road on the south and Freeport Boulevard/21st Street on the east. t: (916) 429-9901 faculty at Christian Brothers High School as f: (916) 429-9906 co-athletic director, faculty member and assis- Publisher...... George Macko General Manager...... Kathleen Egan tant football coach. Editor...... Susan Laird Cover photo by: He has extensive experience in the Art Director...... John Ochoa Courtesy coaching arena. For more than three de- Junior Designer...... Serene Lusano cades, Carmazzi was a member of the Advertising Executives Other photos Social Studies and Physical Education Linda Pohl, Patty Colmer, Melissa Andrews, Jen Henry Courtesy Distribution/Subscriptions...... George Macko Stephen Crowley departments at Jesuit High School, as well as that high school’s head football coach. “Dan has dedicated most of his profes- sional life to Jesuit, and we are grateful for his service to our Jesuit High School com- munity and his efforts with our student- athletes,” said Jesuit High School principal Brianna Latko. A 1971 graduate of Christian Brothers High School, Carmazzi started his coach- ing career at his alma mater before going to Jesuit as an assistant football coach in Photo courtesy, Jesuit High School 1977. He assumed the duties of head foot- CB ALUMNUS DAN CARMAZZI will return to Christian Broth- ers High School this summer, as co-athletic director, faculty See Coach, page 3 member and assistant football coach.

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By CORRIE PELC Land Park News writer [email protected] O’Neill said. “We see things the school, whether it be the same way and she’s been technology, safety or the outstanding to work for.” green movement,” explained After 11 years of service, St. Shannon Terwedo, past St. Francis High School’s first- Making improvements Francis High School Board ever president, Marion Bish- As part of her role as member whose daughter op, will retire on May 31, president, Bishop played graduated from the school leaving behind a legacy that an integral role in the im- in 2007. includes a capital campaign, provements made to the St. Past Board member Hel- technology, campus ministry, Francis campus over the en Pierson – whose two and a growth spurt in student years. For instance, when daughters graduated from population. she first arrived in 2001, St. Francis in 2000 and she the school was beginning herself graduated from the The ‘President-Principal the first phase of a capi- school in 1974 – said Bish- Model’ tal campaign to expand the op always had St. Francis’ In 2001 Bishop, who at campus. best interest in mind in all the time was working in “I was really privileged not the decisions she made and Photo courtesy of St. Francis High School TWO BISHOPS. St. Francis High School President Marion Bishop, left, with Sacra- the Catholic Schools De- only to be part of that capi- that she was someone who mento Bishop Jaime Soto on the campus of St. Francis High School. She will retire partment for the Diocese of tal campaign to raise monies could see what was impor- from the diocesan high school at the end of the month. Sacramento, was appoint- to improve the campus and tant for the school. ed president of St. Francis expand it, but also I oriented “It’s a challenge to have High School to bring the the expansion itself,” Bishop an all-girl high school and Having faith tic approach to ministry, to president-principal mod- said. For example, she played keep it running – a lot of One area Bishop focused where it’s not just prayers el to St. Francis that oth- a pivotal role in the develop- different schools have had on building upon during her and retreats, but also service er Catholic schools in the ment of the school’s current to go different ways and un- tenure at St. Francis was in and faith community life,” ex- area were already using. Performing Arts Center and fortunately some even had the school’s Campus Ministry plained Director of Campus This model calls for a prin- gymnasium. to close,” Pierson explained. Department. Ministry Linda Norman. cipal to handle the academ- Throughout her 11 years “St. Francis has been very “Under Marion’s leader- As part of the Campus ics of the school and a pres- Bishop continued to make fortunate because of the ship, she’s put a lot of work, Ministry Department, Bish- ident to handle the business improvements to St. Fran- leadership that has enabled emphasis and resources into op said one of her proudest side of the school, including cis. it to stay above the water building up our program fund raising. “She listened to the stu- and keep itself as a place so we have more of a holis- See Legacy, page 10 “Research had indicated dent body and what was where young ladies want to that a when a high school going on in the education go. It’s a great school and reaches an enrollment of world, and then would be she’s been at the helm for 600 or more students that strategic in trying to weave many years and I think it’s it really becomes impossible that into the direction of because of that.” for a single administrator to take care of all the academ- ic concerns of the campus, as well as all the business,” Bishop recalled. “St. Fran- cis was at the threshold of that 600 students and it was time to move in to this new model. I just happened to be first in line to be hired to implement the new mod- el.” St. Francis’ current prin- cipal, Patrick O’Neill (who has been principal for three years and was assistant principal for two years be- fore that), said the presi- dent-principal model that Bishop initiated was instru- mental in the growth of St. Francis’ student body from 600 to now 1,100 students. Having this model allows him to effectively concen- trate on the academics of the school, while having a compatriot handling the business side. “Marion and I have clicked from Day One,”

Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News  Know your neighbor Sacramento native recalls 98 years of life in capital city By LANCE ARMSTRONG Land Park News writer Sutter Junior High School at 1820 Another notable player on the [email protected] K St. before becoming a student at Sacramento High team was Bill Sacramento High School in the ear- Svilich, who later played for the ly 1930s. Sacramento Senators, and Joe Sacramento is undoubtedly a place While at Newton Booth and Sac- Bagley, who was known to prac- in which many people take pride. ramento High, he was a classmate of tice baseball on a nightly basis at But when it comes to life experienc- Herb Caen, who would eventually be- Southside Park. es in this city, few people remember come a renowned columnist for the Sacramento better than Lou Bord- San Francisco Chronicle. Minor league player isso, Sr. Lou’s success in baseball in Sac- For the great number of years he has Baseball captain ramento led to his signing with the lived in Sacramento alone, Lou can- Like many boys growing up in Des Moines (Iowa) Demons, the not help but have many memories of Sacramento at the time, Lou was minor league affiliate of the Chica- the city. But his connection with the very interested in the sport of go Cubs. area extends well beyond simply liv- baseball. And through this experience, Lou ing here. And with this interest, Lou be- was able to practice at Chicago’s fa- gan playing baseball at Southside mous Wrigley Field. Native son Park when he was 12 years old. “I worked out on the Cubs squad Born in Sacramento on Nov. 17, Among Lou’s fondest memo- with Dolph Camilli (1907-1997), first 1913, Lou was one of the three chil- ries in the game were his years as baseman,” Lou said. “That was a thrill dren of Italian immigrants Frank and a third baseman on Sacramento for a kid. I was only 20 years old.” Maria Bordisso. High’s team, which was led by its Camilli, who played for 11 years in Frank worked for the Pacific Gas coach, Edmond A. “Ed” Combat- the majors, later managed the Sacra- Land Park News photo, Lance Armstrong NEARLY TEN DECADES OF EXPERIENCE. Lou Bord- and Electric Co. and Marie was a lo- alade. mento Solons. isso, Sr. has seen many things during his 98 years cal cannery worker. In reminiscing about these in Sacramento. His memories include playing and During his early childhood, Lou years, Lou said that the Sacra- The Winter League coaching baseball in the capital city and owning grew up with his family at 1919 14th mento High team included Alex Lou was also a baseball manager, as two local bars. St. The family, who also included Lou’s Kampouris (1912-1993). he led his Winter League team to 11 siblings, Bill and Katherine, moved to “The players named me the cap- championships. At different times, the plished a feat that is only dreamed of 2710 X St. in about 1927. tain of the team and we also had team was sponsored by Julius Men’s by most golfers. (then-future Major League Base- Shop at 1023 K St. and Matt Transfer Lou made hole-in-one shots on Attended local schools ball player) Alex Kampouris on and Storage at 851 Richards Blvd. both the first and second holes at Bing Lou began making friends with the team,” Lou said. “I remember Maloney Golf Course at 6801 Free- many local children while he was at- when we went to Berkeley to play Local golf phenom port Blvd. tending William Land School at 1116 and Kampouris – he was fussy In addition to baseball, Lou also ex- Several years later, some of Lou’s U St. about who he liked – picked me perienced notable success in golf. friends from Joe Marty’s bar at 1500 He continued his schooling at New- to stay over night. I almost fell Although he did not begin playing ton Booth School at 2620 V St. and over.” golf until after he retired, Lou accom- See Bordisso, page 7

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Broadway had a bench in- ognized and approached,” stalled and named in his hon- Lou Anthony said. “Peo- or at the 12th hole at William ple always come up to him Land Park. to reminisce and share with him how he has influenced Family life their lives. He really is like a Another one of Lou’s fond- local living legend.” est memories was his Oct. 30, 1938 marriage to Rose Man about town Elizabeth “Sunny” Thom- Despite being less than as. The couple was married two years away from be- by the Rev. Silvio Masante at coming a centenarian, Lou St. Mary’s (Italian Catholic) remains active in every day Church at 1915 7th St. life. Fifteen years later, the cou- Lou continuously dedi- ple adopted their only child, cates himself to his social Lou Anthony Bordisso. life, which includes writing The adoption was made letters to friends and weekly possible through a letter that visits to one of his favorite was written by Grace “Ciss” local businesses, the La Bou Kennedy, who was a friend of Bakery and Café at 4400 Sunny. Del Rio Road, just south of The couple’s son, who was the Sacramento Zoo. adopted through an agen- He also often returns to cy in San Jose, was given the the Old Ironsides and the Land Park News photo, Lance Armstrong middle name of Anthony as Flame Club for lunch and FAMILY TIME. Lou Bordisso, Sr. and Lou Bordisso, Jr. continue to enjoy each others’ company on a regular basis. a show of appreciation to the reminiscing about his local Kennedy family. Ciss’s son is baseball days and his other eat pretty healthy. I stayed U.S. Supreme Court Justice fond memories in the capi- out of trouble, had a good Anthony Kennedy. tal city. marriage, had a very good When asked what his se- boy (Lou Anthony). I’ve Bar proprietor cret to success has been for had everything I’ve want- While there are many peo- maintaining a healthy and ed, a nice business, a lot of ple who associate Lou with happy lifestyle for nearly a fun in baseball and (other) his baseball days, others know century in his hometown of sports and I’ve made a lot of him as the former owner of Sacramento, Lou said, “My friends. Things have been two local bars. life has been very good, good. That’s all you can ask After returning from his very good. I exercise and for in life.” service in World War II, Lou partnered with his brother in the ownership of Old Iron- sides at 1901 10th St. In 1968, Lou sold his in- terest in Old Ironsides and purchased the Flame Club at 2130 16th St. Despite selling the Flame Club a decade later, Lou spent little time away from the bar business before accepting a part-time position as a bar- tender at Joe Marty’s. Lou continued to work at Joe Marty’s for a few more years, at which time his legs became too weak to with- stand the pressures of stand- ing for hours at a time.

‘Local living legend’ During an interview with this publication, Lou An- thony said that his father is somewhat of a local celeb- rity. “There is not a place where we can go to in Sacramento where my father is not rec-

Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News  La Salle Club honors new baseball hall of fame inductees, others By LANCE ARMSTRONG Land Park News writer of Fame extends beyond the high [email protected] school. Or in other words, inductees need not have any connection to the high school. More than 200 people arrived at And by adding non-Christian Christian Brothers High School to Brothers High associated members, attend a dinner honoring the latest in- the Hall of Fame offers a much more ductees to the La Salle Club Baseball thorough representation of baseball Hall of Fame on April 28. talent from the region. For those who are unfamiliar with Furthermore, the mere existence of this annual event, the gathering serves the club provides additional evidence as one of the club’s most important of Sacramento’s longtime notoriety as fundraisers. a baseball city. In its dedication to provide finan- Hall of Fame members are all no- cial assistance to the high school’s ath- table baseball people who have per- letic programs, the club raises funds formed or resided in the greater Sac- through the event, while honoring ramento area. some of the most accomplished base- All inductees are named by the La ball players, managers, scouts or um- Salle Club Baseball Hall of Fame Se- pires of the past. lection Committee. Land Park News photo, Lance Armstrong This year’s Hall of Fame inductees This year, an amendment was made NEW INDUCTEES. Left to right, Bob Puccinelli, Don Murphy, Ken Hottman, Mike Furtado, Rich Separovich, were Jim Barr, Pat Fall, Mike Furtado, to the requirement that a person be- LeRon Lee, Jim Barr and Pat Fall were named to the 2012 class of the La Salle Club Baseball Hall of Fame. Ken Hottman, LeRon Lee, Don Mur- ing inducted into the hall be living. phy, Bob Puccinelli and Rich Separov- Posthumous selections will be made Following the dinner, which was was led by its head coach, Dick Sper- ich. for the first time next year. served by Christian Brothers High beck. Although the La Salle Club is di- As part of the evening’s program, a parents and students, a special rec- The team, which made history as rectly associated with Christian tribute was made to the seven Hall of ognition was given to the 1962 Bish- one of the most successful high school Brothers High, the criteria to be in- Famers who passed away during the op Robert J. Armstrong High School ducted as a member of the Hall last 12 months. championship baseball team, which See La Salle, page 9

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baseball teams in the city’s ently works with the Gran- Ken Hottman Lee, who also played in the Richard Separovich history, posted a 22-2 won- ite Bay High School baseball After successful years play- Winter League, credited Sac- Richard, who was also a loss record, beat four North- team. ing baseball at Elk Grove ramento for being the place high school all-star in 1955, ern California conference High and Sacramento City where his success in baseball was a standout baseball player champions and was eventu- Pat Fall College, Hottman played sev- began. at Christian Brothers High. ally recognized as the state’s A 1966 graduate of Mc- en years of professional base- “It all happened before I He also played for South- “Team of the Year” by Cal-Hi Clatchy High, Fall earned all- ball, including a year with the left (Sacramento) and it all side American Legion, sever- Sports. city honors as a pitcher during Chicago White Sox. He also happened because we had al Winter League teams, the As part of the program, his senior year at McClatchy. played Winter League ball in such great competition, great Sacramento Solons Rookies Sperbeck shared various His talents on the diamond Sacramento. coaches (and) great players to and Sacramento State. memories about his former led him to be drafted by the In remembering his playing work with,” Lee said. Richard, who coached players who were in atten- Kansas City (now Oakland) days in Sacramento, Hott- the Charles M. Goethe Ju- dance at the event. A’s. He played in the A’s or- man noted that the high level Bob Puccinelli nior High School (now Rosa One of these former play- ganization and later in the of competition resulted in an Puccinelli, who was an Parks Middle School) base- ers was Carmichael area res- California (now Los Ange- even higher level of achieve- outfielder for Sacramento ball team during the 1970s, ident Bernie Church, who les) Angels organizations and ments by those participating High from 1953 to 1955, expressed his appreciation to serves as president of the La was the winning pitcher of in the games. was named to the all-city the voters for allowing him to Salle Club. the National Division of the team of The Sacramen- join his other family members Church, who was a teach- Winter League champion- Don Murphy to Union during his senior in the Hall of Fame. er for 36 years and a base- ship game for the Carmichael Murphy, who graduat- year. Separovich family members ball coach for 20 years at C. Merchants in 1971. ed from Bishop Armstrong His other baseball high- in the Hall of Fame also in- K. McClatchy High School, Fall paid tribute to Sacra- High in 1964, played catcher lights include participating clude Richard’s father, Mi- received additional recogni- mento’s many baseball spon- for Sperbeck’s teams for two on the 1957 College World chael, and Richard’s uncles, tion earlier in the day when sors, saying, “Without the years. Series champion Universi- Tony and Mark. McClatchy’s baseball field sponsors, we wouldn’t be able His baseball highlights also ty of California, Berkeley Since the Hall of Fame’s in- was named in his honor. to play the game we play.” included catching for Ameri- team and signing with the ception in 1953, more than In commenting about his can River and St. Mary’s col- Cleveland Indians organi- 400 people have been in- recent honors, Church said, Mike Furtado leges, playing in bush league zation. ducted into the hall, includ- “It was a pretty special week. Furtado was a standout games and catching a no-hit- The theme of Puccinel- ing Wally Westlake, Johnny That’s for sure.” pitcher at McClatchy High ter thrown by Bob Forsch of li’s speech was the “we con- McNamara, Cuno Barragan, As the featured segment and Sacramento State dur- Sacramento. cept” and the benefits that Ronnie King, Woody Held, of the evening, the Hall of ing the 1960s, played many Murphy said that baseball could be had by working as Joe Marty, Eddie Fitzgerald Fame award presentations years of bush league base- taught him valuable lessons a team. and Joe Kirrene. for new inductees was well ball and later achieved suc- in life. structured and enhanced cess coaching the Elk Grove “Through baseball, I learned by a comprehensive pro- High School varsity baseball how to win, how to lose, suc- gram, which was composed team. cess, failure, teamwork, com- and edited by 1970 Chris- Furtado, who mentioned petition,” Murphy said. tian Brothers High graduate that he met his wife through Rick Cabral. baseball, closed his speech LeRon Lee After being individual- saying, “Those were some A former all-city baseball ly introduced as newly in- great years (and) years I’ll star at Grant High School, ducted members of the hall, never forget. And as (Rober- LeRon Lee played eight years each of the inductees shared to Clemente) said, ‘Baseball in Major League Baseball and some of their baseball expe- has been very, very good to 11 years of professional base- riences. me.’” ball in Japan. The following are bio- graphical information and excerpts from these new Hall of Famers’ acceptance speeches:

Jim Barr Barr attracted many North- ern California baseball fans, as he played 10 of his 12 years in Major League Baseball as a successful pitcher for the San Francisco Giants. In describing the game, he said, “Baseball is a way of life.” His love for baseball and the relationships he has devel- oped while being involved in the game has kept him active in the sport since his youth. Barr, who later excelled in men’s senior league games and was a pitching coach at Sacra- mento State University, pres-

Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News  Photo courtesy, St. Francis High School Photo courtesy, St. Francis High School FAITH, FAMILY, FRIENDS AND FUN. Capital campaigns and fundraisers are hard HIGH TECH. During Marion Bishop’s tenure as president, the population of the school nearly doubled, and academic and work, but St. Francis President Marion Bishop always led the way with a faithful extra-curricular programs – such as robotics – expanded. and encouraging heart. Legacy: Bishop led St. Francis High through significant years of growth Continued from page 5 accomplishments is the es- niors comment on as their which Terwedo attended ‘A huge heart’ Although she is looking tablishment of an integrated most significant moment at with her daughter. Terwe- Now on the eve of her re- forward to her retirement, retreat program where each St. Francis, and so I’m very do recalled Bishop attend- tirement, Bishop is excited Bishop said she will greatly year’s class has their own re- proud of that because I think ing this retreat and talking for the Disney cruise she, miss the students and staff treat, culminating with a se- it speaks to the whole per- to the mothers and daugh- her husband of 42 years, at St. Francis and that she nior retreat (called Kairos) son, the whole student, and ters about her own experi- and family will be taking, hopes the school continues their final year. what she’s taking with her ences. and then occupying her to grow and prepare the “This for many of our girls when she leaves here. That’s “She shared her person- time with gardening, play- young women that attend is a life-changing four-day one program I’m very, very al journey with her daugh- ing and praying. to serve the greater com- student-lead retreat expe- proud of.” ter and as a daughter her- “I do feel like I have an- munity. rience,” Bishop explained. Additionally, Bishop be- self – the good, the bad, the other life in me some- “When I came here, I “It has been the single-most gan a mother-daughter re- challenges of dealing with where,” she said. “I still hoped that I would really item that our graduating se- treat program in 2003, a daughter in in the teen- feel very young although bring the school ‘heart’ and age years,” she recalled. “She I’m at retirement age. I feel I think that I have done just took off the mantle of like there’s something else that and I’m very proud of being president and put on there and I’ve been pray- that,” Bishop said. “I think the mantle of being a wom- ing a lot about what that the school has a huge heart an that was both a daughter is and how it’s going to ex- and it shows itself in many, and a mother.” press itself.” many ways.”

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Dear friend, wear. I was scared with the They also come to me with their: That’s a consultation with the thought that I would never get doctor, examination and x-rays I’ve got to tell you something that better. I was also concerned of • Headaches ….the whole ball of wax, and I’ve never said out loud. losing my scholarship to the • Migraines there are no hidden fees. But, call University of Tennessee. After • Chronic pain right away because we expect to But, what I’m going to tell you considering injections and surgery • Neck Pain be flooded with calls as this exam makes so much sense that you’ll (that was the only option accord- • TMJ normally costs $266. Again, there’s probably get mad that no one has ing to the surgeon) I decided • Shoulder/arm pain only 20 of these slots, so don’t miss told you this before. against it. But, there is more… • Whiplash from car accidents out (by law, this offer excludes • Backaches Medicare/Medicaid beneficia- I’ve been a doctor in this town for • Numbness in limbs ries). 12 years now. And, to this day I’ve • Athletic injuries never cured anyone. You may • And general wellness Great care at a great fee…Please, think that the word would get just to name a few… I hope that there’s no misunder- around and that no one would standing about quality of care just come to me anymore. The oppo- Here’s what some of your because I have a lower exam fee. site is true. The more people who neighbors had to say: You’ll get great care at a great fee. understand, the more people come My qualifications…I am a gradu- to see me. “After getting knocked down by ate of Palmer College of Chiro- waves all day at the beach, I was practic, I’ve been entrusted to take Several times a day patients A coach of mine convinced me to in serious pain. As weeks turned care of tiny babies to 101 year olds thank me for helping them with give his doctor a try. This new to months, the pain got nothing but as well as professional athletes their health problems. But I can’t doctor took a history, did an exam, worse…. and running down my that you may know. I’ve been really take the credit. I’ve never and took X-rays of my spine. He thigh. I could barely walk and my helping your neighbors in Sacra- healed anyone of anything. What I then pointed out where my nerve wife had to tie my shoes for me. mento since 2000. I just have that do is perform a specific spinal was pinched by my spine and he Their idea (my M.D.) of pain relief low exam fee to help more people adjustment to remove nerve “adjusted” the vertebrae. The was to put me on anti- who need care. pressure, and the body responds adjustment didn’t hurt, it actually depressants. I have Dr. Espinosa by healing itself! And, we get felt good. I got instant relief, and and his courteous and supportive My assistants are Kari and Pam. terrific results! That’s why our shortly thereafter, I could sit, office staff to thank for bringing They are really great people. Our office is filled with people that stand, bend, and even play base- me back to normal and giving me office is both friendly and warm haven’t found help anywhere else. ball again! Oh, did I mention that my life back, not only for me, but and we try our best to make you this doctor was a chiropractor? for my wife and two children.” feel at home. We have a wonderful Let me tell you a little about myself This experience made such a W. Chandler-Sac. service, at an exceptional fee. Our before I tell you about a terrific remarkable difference in my life office is called ESPINOSA FAMILY offer I have for you. that I went to chiropractic school. “When my daughter (Molly) was CHIROPRACTIC located at 3330 And that’s how it happened! born we discovered she had some Folsom Blvd. in East Sacramento Twenty seven years ago some- neck issues (head stuck in (we are across the street from the thing happened to me that I adjusted my three children within rotation). She went from painful 33rd Street Bistro). Our phone changed my life forever. When I hours of their birth. They obviously cries to big smiles and giggles…. number is (916) 457-8825. Call Kari was eleven years old, I fell ten feet didn’t complain of neck or back and began straightening her head or Pam today for an appointment. out of garage rafters. I crashed on pain; I adjusted them to keep their and enjoying adjustments. There is We can help you. Thank you and my back onto a table with my left spines in alignment so there were no other person I would trust more God Bless. leg dangling off the edge! Ten no pinched nerves to cause with me or my family’s health than years of horrible back pain that problems or pains… as with all the Dr. Espinosa. K. Groves- Sac. -Ray Espinosa, D.C. increased to leg pain, groin pain children I care for in my office. and leg numbness was scary. I Exciting Offer- Look, I know you’re P.S. When accompanied by the was a student athlete for Sacra- For the last 12 years, people from smart. You want to get to the first, I am also offering the second mento City College (baseball), Sacramento and the surrounding cause of your problem, and not family member this same examina- when the pain in my back and legs area have come to see me with just cover it up with drugs. When tion for only $17. got so intense that I couldn’t stand their back and leg problems. you are one of the first 20 people up straight, sit down, bend, or to call and schedule a new patient P.P.S. Of course, all people even put on my socks or under- exam (by May 18th) you’ll receive respond differently to care. that entire exam for $37.

Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News 11 Grief and mourning seminar offered May 14

Special to Land Park News Topics of discussion will include: • Grief: What is it? How does it feel? The Buddhist Church of Sac- What are the symptoms? ramento welcomes the commu- • What are the stages of grief? nity to join in exploring life’s • How can we heal our grief? challenges through the First • How can we help others who are griev- Noble Truth taught by Buddha: ing? All human beings face difficul- • What resources are here in the com- ties and dissatisfaction in life. munity for grief counseling? Dr. Satsuki Ina, marriage and The seminar will follow with a dis- family therapist, and Rev. Bob cussion of Buddhist perspectives, led Oshita, minister at the Bud- by Rev. Oshita. dhist Church of Sacramento, To attend, all one needs to do is will lead a seminar discussing sign up in the Temple Office. For “Grief and Mourning” on Mon- more information, contact Rev. Pat- day, May 14 from 7 p.m. to 9 ti Oshita at the Buddhist Church of p.m. at the Buddhist Church of Sacramento at (916) 446-0121. The Sacramento. The free seminar Buddhist Church of Sacramento is will discuss the separation from located at 2401 Riverside Boulevard Land Park News photo, Susan Laird loved ones. in Sacramento. A GRIEF AND MOURNING seminar will be held at the Buddhist Church of Sacramento on May 14. All are welcome. Contact the Temple Office to register.

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Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News 15 Janey Way Memories: Remembering my father’s garden By MARTY RELLES Land Park News columnist Soon, he had dug up al- [email protected] most one third of the yard. After digging, he hoed the Last week, I planted my soil until it had a nice even summer garden. texture, then he amended I started by digging up it with fertilizer. Finally, the soil in my raised bed. he raked the soil into neat Then, I hoed the dirt, raked rows with watering chan- it, poured manure on it and nels in between, and plant- then raked it again. ed different vegetables in After watering the plot, I each row: tomatoes, green planted tomatoes, squash, beans, squash, cucumbers, green beans, green peppers radishes and lettuce. and lettuce. We were skeptical. Doing this brought back After all, don’t they sell memories of father’s vege- all these things in the table garden. store. One day, back in the late But, within a few weeks, better than those from the 1950s, my dad came home the little plants began ris- store. from a rough day at work ing from the soil. It seemed Dad even cooked up fresh and said, “This year I will like a miracle. tomato sauce for spaghet- plant a summer vegetable By summertime, a full- ti, just like Grandma Pet- garden, like my father did.” fledged vegetable garden ta made. Sure enough, that week- filled the back part of our Growing his own sum- end, Dad began to dig in yard. mer garden did more for the back yard. Dad had done it: grown a Dad then just provide food garden just like his step fa- for the table. It relieved ther, Rosario Petta did in the stress from his job, and his big side yard. gave him a connection to During the great depres- the earth. He worked in sion, Rosario had fed his that garden right up until big family with the vege- the day he died. tables he grew in his yard. Now, as I plant my sum- Now Dad would feed us mer vegetables, I think with the bounty harvested of Dad and the wonder- from his plot. ful things he grew. I hope We grew to love the pro- that someday my daughter duce harvested from Dad’s will grow vegetables in her garden: the fresh green let- own garden. She is already tuce, the sautéed squash, a wonderful cook. the tender green beans and Now the thought of my crisp cucumbers. Vegeta- Dad’s summer harvest bles grown in our own gar- is just another bountiful den did, indeed, taste much Janey Way memory.

16 The Land Park News • May 10, 2012 • www.valcomnews.com Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. Second bird tests positive Sacramento Police officers for West Nile Virus receive MADD awards Special to Land Park News Special to Land Park News Christopher Swift, Andrew Stewart, Keri On April 25, 2012 Mothers Against Drunk Wilson and Sergeant Chris Prince. The Sacramento-Yolo Driving (MADD) recognized 18 Sacramento Officers Stephen Chipp and Chris Clatter- Mosquito and Vector police officers and one sergeant for their ded- buck were additionally recognized for their Control District received ication in education and enforcement to com- outstanding performance in “Avoid the 17” confirmation today that bat impaired driving. campaign. an American Crow has MADD awarded the following officers The “Avoid the 17” campaign is a partnership tested positive for West for their superior effort: Luis Canela, Ste- of 17 law enforcement agencies in the county Nile virus (WNV) in the phen Chipp, Christopher Clatterbuck, Wil- combined to fight impaired driving and en- Tahoe Park area of Sacra- liam Conner, Tim Davis, Deo Farrales, Cur- force traffic related laws. mento County. tis Gates, Ethan Hanson, Amber Hawley, Ken Officer Stephen Chipp received the State This is the second bird Leonard, Marcel Loriaux, Tim Monelo, Dan- regional award for the highest number of im- of the 2012 season to test Photo courtesy, Sacramento-Yolo iel Morlan, Nvard Msryan, Christina O’Shea, paired driving arrests in 2011. Mosquito & Vector Control positive for the disease. WEST NILE VIRUS has expanded “With the very warm in the Sacramento area. Infected temperatures we’ve seen mosquitoes have expanded their Visit us online at: recently, West Nile vi- range into neighborhoods near East www.valcomnews.com rus is starting to amplify Sacramento, due to the wet, late in our region,” said David spring and recent warm weather. Brown District Manager. “While we know WNV is here to stay, this bird is a clear sign and a reminder to all that we need to protect ourselves against mosquitoes and diseases they trans- mit.” Residents are strongly encouraged to report all dead birds by calling the California Department of Public Health hotline at (877) 968-2473 or online at www. westnile.ca.gov. Some species of birds such as crows, jays and mag- pies are very susceptible to the virus and are more likely to die from the infection. Birds are hosts for WNV and mosquitoes transmit the virus by bit- ing an infected bird and then biting a person or oth- er animal. “Dead bird reports provide important surveillance in- formation to track WNV activity in our area and offer valuable information of where positive mosquito sam- ples and human cases may develop later in the season,” Brown said. Lack of dead bird reports decreases the District’s abil- ity to detect higher risk locations and protect public health. In 2011, 9 deaths and 158 human WNV cases were reported in California. To report a neglected swimming pool or other mos- quito breeding problems, call 1 (800) 429-1022 or fill out a service request online atwww.FIGHTtheBITE. net.

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Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News 17 Historical Sacramento cemetery tombstones discovered in backyard By LANCE ARMSTRONG Land Park News writer Mystery of the missing the stones from the back- [email protected] markers yard. New Helvetia Ceme- The cemetery advisory Another link to Sac- tery, which had its first committee’s assumption is ramento’s long- gone burials in the mid-19th that the markers had made New Helvetia Ceme- century, was located their way to the backyard tery was recently dis- south of McKinley Park in the 1950s, when the city covered when three at the northeast corner removed the remains of missing historic tomb- of Alhambra Boulevard more than 5,000 people. stones from the ceme- and J Street – the pres- The removal of these re- tery were found in a lo- ent site of Sutter Mid- mains occurred in prepa- cal backyard. dle School. Many of the ration for the construction former cemetery’s grave- of the new site of Sutter stones have been missing Junior High School – now INDEPENDENT LIVING WITH SERVICES for more than a half-cen- Sutter Middle School – tury. which was built on the old ... in the Heart of Land Park The news of the dis- cemetery grounds. covery of the three pre- After LaPerriere re- viously missing tomb- moved the tombstones stones was brought to and loaded them into a the attention of this van, the stones were then publication by Dr. Bob cleaned and stored away as LaPerriere, co-chair of they awaited the comple- the Sacramento Coun- tion of research to deter- ty Cemetery Advisory mine where they should be Commission. placed.

Recent discovery A diverse community During a discussion re- In discussing the names garding other local histor- that are on the stones, La- ic cemeteries, LaPerriere Perriere said, “They cer- mentioned how the tomb- tainly reflect that even stones were discovered. back then, Sacramento “I found out about the had a very diverse popu- Carefree living. tombstones through an lation.” e-mail from a friend who The full wording of the had worked with me in stones read as follows: Choose from a Kitchenette, Studio, One-Bedroom or the past, helping to en- Jane A. Hall. Died Mar. our spacious two-bath Deluxe One-Bedroom fl oor plan. ter data on New Helve- 24, 1878. Aged 53 years. tia Cemetery,” LaPerriere R. Takahashi, Died Nov. Features include: said. “A friend of hers was 28, 1911. Aged 7 Mo’s, 5 t
Fully furnished guest rooms visiting homes for sale in Da’s. t
Emergency pull cords for visiting friends or relatives the area near Sutter Mid- Yee Lon Jem. Died t
Staff on-site 24 hours a day t
Complimentary shuttle bus dle School and had not- 1906. t
Easy freeway access service and car service ed several grave markers Yee’s tombstone also in- t
Elegant dining room in the backyard of one of cludes characters of his t
Beautiful party rooms and the homes.” native language. common lounges t
Putting green and custom spa After being informed Research regarding these about these markers, La- stones revealed that Jane Perriere contacted the re- Hall was removed to the ESKATON MONROE LODGE altor who provided the Sacramento Historic City 3225 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95818 contact information for Cemetery at 1000 Broad- the owner of the home. way as a “known,” which 916-441-1015 After LaPerriere ex- was a term used by the city Come in plained the importance of at the time. today for the New Helvetia Ceme- a tour and tery and the need to con- ‘Knowns’ have lunch tinually memorialize those There were about 400 on us! who were buried there, the “knowns” removed from homeowner agreed to al- 866-ESKATON | www.eskaton.org low LaPerriere to remove See Discovery, page 19

18 The Land Park News • May 10, 2012 • www.valcomnews.com Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. Discovery: More grave markers may be in Sacramento alleys, gardens, driveways Continued from page 18 New Helvetia Cemetery to the city cemetery in the 1950s. On the day after Hall’s death, the Sacramento Re- cord-Union published the following notice: “Sacra- Photo courtesy, Dr. Bob LaPerriere Photo courtesy, Dr. Bob LaPerriere mento, March 24 – Jane A. BACKYARD FIND - BEFORE. The grave- BACKYARD FIND – AFTER. The cemetery Hall, 53 years. (San Fran- stone of Jane A. Hall (1828-1878) is marker of Jane A. Hall is shown after it cisco papers please copy.) shown in the state it appeared when it was removed from an East Sacramento was recently discovered in an East Sacra- yard and cleaned. Hall’s remains, which Friends and acquaintanc- mento backyard. were previously buried in the New Hel- es are respectfully invit- vetia Cemetery, are presently buried in ed to attend the funer- the Sacramento Historic City Cemetery. al, which will take place from the Baptist Church, Ninth Street, between L and M, this afternoon at 2 o’clock.”

‘Unknowns’ Takahashi was listed in Photo courtesy, Dr. Bob LaPerriere Photo courtesy, Dr. Bob LaPerriere CHINESE HISTORY. Yee Lon Jem is A CHILD’S MARKER. R. Takahashi, the roster of those buried believed to have been buried in the New whose name appears on this historic in the New Helvetia Cem- Helvetia Cemetery in 1906. gravestone, died at the age of seven etery, and the assumption months. was thus made by local cemetery researchers that his remains were buried early Sacramentans who in the New Helvetia sec- have been buried in vari- tion at East Lawn Memo- ous areas throughout the Help rial Park at 4300 Folsom county,” LaPerriere said. Blvd. “It reminds us of the im- Also located in that portance to memorialize solve the section are the remains and remember these ear- of 4,690 others who ly Sacramentans. As an were buried in the New example, one of the un- mystery Helvetia Cemetery and knowns that was moved to Anyone with informa- were recognized as “un- the New Helvetia section tion regarding missing knowns.” in East Lawn was Sheriff gravestones from the New

Credit for memorializ- (Joseph) McKinney (who Helvetia Cemetery is en- Land Park News photo, Lance Armstrong ing these unknowns is at- was Sacramento County’s couraged to call the Sacra- CARE AT LAST FOR THE PAST. Dr. Bob LaPerriere cleans the surface of the recently tributed to the generosi- first sheriff ). So, there are mento County Cemetery discovered tombstone of Yee Lon Jem, who passed away in 1906. ty of East Lawn Memorial a lot of prominent peo- Advisory Commission at Park, as the city of Sac- ple who have been forgot- (916) 874-9103 or write ramento never erected a ten who are being remem- to the e-mail address, single memorial for these bered as we locate their cemeterycommission@ forgotten early Sacramen- markers and reveal their saccounty.net. tans. history.” Unfortunately, no New Helvetia Cemetery records for Yee Lon Jem have been located. However, LaPerriere said that he is confident that Yee’s marker also came from the New Helvetia Cemetery. Hidden in backyards? The recent discovery of the New Helvetia Cem- etery tombstones sup- ports the cemetery adviso- ry commission’s belief that more of the old cemetery’s burial markers remain in local yards. LaPerriere described the discovery of the mark- ers as a gratifying experi- ence. “It’s always gratifying to locate more markers from

Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News 19 Book tour, Kennedy speaking schedule keep active senior busy By LANCE ARMSTRONG Land Park News writer “When I go out to speak, who [email protected] wants to hear about my grandpa?” asked Ted, who resides with his wife of 66 years, the former Car- It should not be difficult to oline “Lynne” Bryer. “They want imagine that anyone who has to hear about Kennedy, Kennedy, reached the age of 93 years would Kennedy. Everything’s Kennedy. have plenty of stories to share So, I give the Kennedy talks.” with others. And for one 93-year- old Arden area resident, his sto- Present at ramming of PT-109 ries draw rooms full of people, of- Certainly many people are familiar ten on a weekly basis. with the story of Kennedy’s heroics While sitting on a comfort- while serving in the U. S. Navy in the able chair inside his cozy Arden waters of the Solomon Islands during area home last week, Ted Robin- World War II. son met with the East Sacramen- In August 1943, the PT-109, to News to tell just a few of these which was under the command of stories. Kennedy, was rammed by a Japa- And after three hours of con- nese destroyer and was consequent-

tinuous, eventful story telling had ly sliced in two. Land Park News photo, Lance Armstrong passed, he asked, “So, what else As a result of this attack, Navy sea- ADVENTUROUS AND ENGAGING. World War II hero Ted Robinson stands in his Arden area backyard, would you like to know?” men Andrew Jackson Kirksey and which resembles a well maintained city park. Among his activities is serving as a Sacramento County Ted has fine tuned his story Harold W. Marney were killed. parks commissioner. telling, as his monthly calendar is In reminiscing about his connection never far from his reach, so that to Kennedy, Ted said, “I was the ra- ‘Roommate’ with JFK portant in today’s world, since “there he might arrange for another pub- dar officer on the lead boat (PT-159) Ted, who was involved in the dan- is nobody around (except for him- lic speaking engagement or check in the entire attack, the night he was gerous mission that rescued Kenne- self) who was actually there who is for any kind of a scheduling con- rammed. I was standing next to the dy and 10 other PT-109 survivors, sticking up for (Kennedy).” flict. commanding officer (Henry “Hank” said that he eventually shared a tent He said that he averages giving Brantingham) listening to his orders. with Kennedy in the island of Tu- From fortune to poverty more than 100 speeches per year. There was a chance that they never lagi. Prior to his service in the war, heard (the orders) because of prob- “I was in the same tent with Jack Ted experienced the highs and lows JFK speeches popular lems with Army walkie-talkies. We for about two and a half months of living in a family who underwent Although Ted has prepared a couldn’t use our regular radios, be- and that’s when I got to know him an extreme lifestyle change. variety of speeches on different cause the Japanese were tuned into very well,” Ted said. “I was with him After being born in Seattle, Ted topics from his life experiences, it our frequency.” when he got his orders to go home. became a resident of Flushing, is almost always the details about In continuing his story, Ted ex- He had malaria, he could hardly Queens, New York when he was his personal World War II adven- plained that it was not until a walk. He was in awful shape, but he only a month old. tures with John F. “Jack” Kenne- week later that he found out that ripped (the order) up right in front His father, Wendell, died about dy that people are most eager to there were any survivors of the of me.” seven months later in that era’s hear. PT-109. With the exception of about a great influenza pandemic. week, when another officer was as- During World War I, Wendell signed to the tent, Ted and Kennedy was the manager of W. R. Grace were the only ones to room togeth- & Co.’s steamship lines, which was er in the tent during the two and a the world’s second largest steam- half months. ship line. Ted described Kennedy as “very Wendell, who Ted referred to as intellectual” and said that his con- a genius, was later called back to versations with him mostly revolved New York at the age of 32 to be- around college. come the lines’ vice president. He also noted that Kennedy be- Ted said that his family’s finan- lieved that not everyone should at- cial status drastically changed dur- tend college, since people are need- ing the Depression. ed for many jobs that do not require “We went into total poverty,” Ted a college education. recalled. “My mother (Lillian) had a Furthermore, he said that Kenne- Packard car, a chauffer, a governess, dy was very interested in learning a maid. She had everything going about the Solomon Islands natives for her. My mother was the hostess and their customs. at Carnegie Hall and she was enter- On one of their days together, taining (Enrico) Caruso, Madame Kennedy and Ted took individual (Ernestine) Schumann-Heink (and photographs of each other leaning other famous entertainers). She on Ted’s cane. went from that to walking in the Although the cane and photo- snow door to door, trying to sell graphs were donated to the Smith- cheap greeting cards.” sonian Institution last year, Ted has professional quality copies of all of Family sacrificed these items. Ted said that his life started to Ted said that his firsthand testi- change for the better when he be- monies about the truths of Kenne- dy’s wartime experiences are very im- See Robinson, page 21

20 The Land Park News • May 10, 2012 • www.valcomnews.com Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. Land Park News photo, Lance Armstrong Photo courtesy, Ted Robinson MEMORIES OF WWII. Ted Robinson shows off a replica of his cane, which was once used by future U.S. WITH JFK DURING WWII. In October 1943, John F. Kennedy and Ted Robinson took individual photo- President John F. Kennedy during World War II. The original cane is housed at the Smithsonian Institu- graphs of each other leaning on Ted’s cane. tion. Robinson: World War II hero discusses his long, eventful life Continued from page 20 The book’s title is quite appro- Adventurous as ever gan attending Duke University in ‘You watch.’ And that’s how I got priate considering Ted’s lifelong Toward the end of his interview 1936. to college.” connection to water, which in- with this publication, Ted explained “Back then, it was under $1,000 Ted eventually served as presi- cludes his father’s work with the that despite his age, he is far from (per year) for everything (to at- dent of the Northern California steamship lines, his time in the slowing down. tend Duke),” Ted recalled. “I Duke Alumni Association in the Navy and his position as a Sacra- “I was always an adventurous kid went there because it was cheap early 1950s. mento County parks commission- and I still am,” Ted said. “People think and we were poor. My fami- er in charge of the American Riv- I’m crazy the way I live at 93. I’m still ly had to auction off their fur- Public speaker er Parkway. playing tournament singles tennis. I niture to send me to Duke. My Ted graduated from Duke in His water roots in America date gave up skiing when my ski partner grandpa said to me, ‘Son, look 1940 and after the war he began back to his relative, James Tobey, who had to give it up, because he was get- at my hands.’ His hands were his long career with the Pacific Bell landed in the New World in about ting old, and he’s 11 years younger beat to a pulp. He said, ‘All my telephone company. 1640. than I am.” life I worked with my hands for It was during that time that he And while motioning to a ladder people who worked with their gained much experience as a speaker, Active speaking schedule in his back yard, which could be seen brains. You came out number as he was the phone company’s head Ted tours with his book through his living room window, Ted two in Flushing High School speaker for the entire West Coast. throughout the nation, speak- said, “See that ladder? Well, I’m about with 4,500 students. You’re go- Ted’s present speaking engagements ing at such places as the Smith- to climb up it and saw off that top ing to college.’ I said, ‘Grandpa, promote his book, “Water in My sonian, the United States Na- limb up there. And at 93, you’re not how am I going to go to college? Veins: The Pauper Who Helped Save val Academy in Annapolis and supposed to be doing stuff like that. We have no money.’ And he said, a President.” Duke University. But that’s nothing to me.”

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24 The Land Park News • May 10, 2012 • www.valcomnews.com Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. ‘Third annual Youth Media Heated pool • Swim lessons Forum for Social Change’ Fun activities and more! honors local high school media Special to Land Park News Greenhaven Cabana Club South Local talent from the area’s high schools A private membership pool located at and middle schools was in the spotlight at 6615 Gloria Drive Access Sacramento’s “Third annual Youth Media Forum for Social Change” on May 572-POOL 4. www.cabanaclubsouth.com The event ran live on AccessLocal.tv and was hosted by Sacramento Press. The annual Access Sacramento event honors youth-created digital media proj- ects from throughout the region. Teachers and students from around the world were invited to participate online. For the first time, John F. Kennedy and C.K. McClatchy high schools joined the

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Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News 25 Sunflower Farmers Market to open in Land Park on May 16 Land Park News staff time, the full-service all-nat- citing giveaways, kids’ ac- ural and organic grocer fa- tivities, live music, vendor Sunflower Farmers Mar- mous for “serious food at sil- booths and more all day ket will open its first store ly prices” will open its doors long. in Sacramento’s Land Park, at 7 a.m., following a rib- The first 200 customers and its third location overall bon cutting at 4408 Del Rio in line on grand opening in the California market, on Road in Sacramento. day will receive a numbered Wednesday, May 16. The Land Park store will ticket that can be redeemed Just one year since enter- celebrate its grand open- at checkout for a FREE re- ing California for the first ing with special savings, ex- usable shopping bag filled with healthy groceries, val- ued at over $50 (with pur- chase). The first 10,000 shoppers will receive a free reusable grocery bag with purchase Photo courtesy, Sunflower Farmers Market A GROCERY STORE in Land Park, at long last. Sunflower Farmers Market will open (one per customer). its first store in Sacramento, and its third location overall in the California market, Exciting grand open- on Wednesday, May 16. ing events and fun for the whole family will take place hand in Sunflower’s Natu- Possible name change? throughout the day with ter- ral Living aisle. On March 9, according to rific savings in every depart- “We’ve been very pleased the Sprouts Farmers Mar- ment. with our reception in Cali- ket website, Sprouts CEO Sunflower Farmers Mar- fornia since opening our first Shon Boney announced that ket shoppers will find an two stores in Roseville and Sprouts Farmers Market and expansive produce depart- Modesto last year,” said Sun- Sunflower Farmers Market ment piled high with val- flower CEO Chris Sherrell. are planning to merge, un- ue-priced fresh fruits and “We’re incredibly excited to der the majority ownership vegetables, including or- bring our value approach to and sponsorship of Apollo ganic and local selections. natural and organic groceries Management, LP, one of the The meat department will to Sacramento this May.” world’s leading private equi- feature all-natural, grass- Sunflower Farmers Market ty firms. fed ground beef, handmade is slated to continue expand- Subject to regulatory ap- sausages, all-natural chick- ing into California this year, proval, the combined com- en and more. Wild caught in the San Francisco Bay pany will have 142 stores seafood will be available, as Area. Like the Land Park lo- and about 10,000 employ- well as vegetarian and glu- cation, each new store space ees at the time the transac- ten-free products, fresh- will continue Sunflower’s tion closes, which is expect- baked breads and bakery commitment to eco-friendly ed to be in mid-Spring, with items, ready-to-go deli se- practices and initiatives, uti- several more stores slated to lections, convenient frozen lizing energy efficient light open in 2012 and beyond. foods, and an impressive fixtures, recycled and refur- That will make Sprouts one line of private label prod- bished equipment, cases and of the largest grocery re- ucts. Natural living health fixtures, and water-saving tailers specializing in fresh !0LACETO#ALL(OME and wellness products, in- devices like sensor operat- and natural foods in the re- cluding herbs and vitamin ed sinks and a hot water re- gion, and will extend the 3HAREYOURMEMORIESANDMAKENEWMEMORIESAT0IONEER(OUSE%NJOYAFULL supplements, will be on claim tank. company’s footprint into ACTIVITIESPROGRAM ACOMMUNITYATMOSPHEREANDLIVINGWITHOUTWORRY Nevada, Utah, New Mexi- .ESTLEDIN$OWNTOWN ENJOYTHEMANYTHINGS3ACRAMENTOHASTOOFFER 3HOPPING MUSEUMSANDOTHERLOCALATTRACTIONSAREALLNEAR BY co and Oklahoma. For now, Sprouts and Sunflower re- 3TOPWORRYINGANDSTARTLIVING main competitors, but if • Enjoy meals in our restaurant style dining room the deal is approved they • Social and recreational activities that will keep you active will eventually unite under • Complimentary scheduled transportation the Sprouts Farmers Mar- • A secure setting and Emergency Call Systems ket name. According to the website, “Nothing will change for a while, because the transac- #ALLTODAYAND tion still has to be approved. SCHEDULEATOURTO Even after that, it will take SEEWHATLIVING many months of behind- the-scenes work before big CANLOOKLIKEFOR changes start to occur. Even- YOU
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26 The Land Park News • May 10, 2012 • www.valcomnews.com Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. Faces and places Let the sun shine in! Photos by STEPHEN CROWLEY Land Park News photographer [email protected]

The students, staff and faculty at St. Francis High School celebrated the blessing of newly-installed solar panels on the campus at a special event on May 3. Kelly Brothers was master of ceremonies. Father Da- vid Suwalsky, S.J. blessed the panels. Paul Lau spoke on behalf of SMUD. The 309.3 KW photovoltaic (PV) system, consisting of 1,316 panels on the rooftops of seven campus build- ings is projected to produce 30.6 percent of the high school’s currently electricity requirements – saving $1 million over the next 25 years. Aerial photo courtesy, St. Francis High School

Valley Community Newspapers, Inc. www.valcomnews.com • May 10, 2012 • The Land Park News 27 PENDING

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