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TCV 140121 Broad Layout 1 Jamaica THEN, Celebrating Youth Cuba 60 years of Dixieland NOW strength and Jazz Fest independence Page 33 Page 6 Page 35 The newspaper for the new millennium 510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com January 21, 2014 Vol. 13 No. 3 BY ISABELLA OHLMEYER Republic Day holds historic value in the heart and mind of every Indian. January 26 honors the date when the citizens of India began to govern themselves by choosing their own govern- ment. The path to self-rule was not easy. Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese explorer, discovered India in 1498. Portuguese were the first European power to arrive to India, but they were isolated due to lack of resources to maintain an empire. The British and the French then took control in 1961. Britain ruled India as a colony and would relinquish power only after a long struggle. During World War II, India was controlled by the British who had declared war with Germany. continued on page 11 BY SARA GIUSTI famine struck. For years Nian terrorized villages, pil- laging all he could eat, ransacking peace of mind for Get ready to party like it’s 4712! a piece of meat. Finally, the villagers realized that Chinese New Year is one of the most important Nian was afraid of three things: the color red, fire, holidays in Chinese culture and is celebrated for fif- and loud noises. Thus, the jubilance of Chinese teen days, from New Years’ Eve to The Lantern Fes- New Year celebrations that we know today was tival on the 15th day of the first month in the born: red ornaments decorated houses, firecrackers Chinese calendar (typically in February or early lit up the night, fires roared, and drums were beat to March). This year, the New Year falls on January 31, ward off Nian. It worked. The ritual has been re- marking the 4712th year of the Chinese calendar. peated ever since in celebration of people’s willing- Legend has it that the Chinese New Year began ness to cooperate and in Nian’s demise. with a ferocious monster, Nian, who lived in the mountains and would hunt in villages when winter’s continued on page 7 SUBMITTED BY CHABOT SPACE & SCIENCE CENTER habot Space & Science Center and the Bay Area Interna- tional Children’s Film Festival (BAICFF) have joined C forces to present the 6th annual “Playdate for the Imagi- nation” where education and imagination collide. The festival of- fers families a cinematic view of the world’s varied cultures and traditions, with films that inspire curiosity and conversation and allow children to experience a wide range of cultural perspectives. Oakland’s The Renaissance School partnered with Screen 360: Films for Children of the World in January 2009 to produce the first Bay Area International Children’s Film Festival. It began as a fundraiser to support educational programs which foster global understanding and cultural exchange, such as The Renaissance School’s biannual international travel program. The festival has grown each year, presenting over 185 highly artistic family-friendly films from across the globe in its five year history. Workshops are also incorporated into the day, introducing hundreds of children to the world of animation and live-action filmmaking. The January 25 and 26 festival will showcase animated, live ac- tion and documentary short and feature films from around the continued on page 5 INDEX Classified. 28 Kid Scoop . 29 Sports . 28 Subscribe . 14 Arts & Entertainment . 19 Community Bulletin Board . 29 Mind Twisters . 24 Contact Us . 25 Obituary . 23 Bookmobile Schedule . 21 Editorial/Opinion . 25 Protective Services . 8 Business . 12 It’s a date . 19 Public Notices. 31 Page 2 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE January 21, 2014 Learn How to Stay Healthy This Winter and Beyond ungs are critical to our breathing, yet many people are unaware of the L many risks they take with these vital organs. Smoking and exposure to harmful chemicals or illnesses can compro- mise the health of lungs, with the possibil- Washington Hospital’s lung health seminar is a great opportunity to learn more about recent updates in lung ity of long-term or debilitating conditions care and how to stay healthy during the current flu season. The free lecture will take place on Tuesday, January such as chronic bronchitis, pneumonia and 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Conrad E. Anderson M.D. Auditorium located at 2500 Mowry Avenue. Register on- even lung cancer. line at www.whhs.com/event/class-registration. Dr. Jason Chu, a pulmonologist at Wash- ington Hospital, will address some of the oughly. Using soap and hot water, wash stretch of feeling tired and achy. Dr. Chu, many ways that people can take care of their hands thoroughly for 30 seconds, being however, says that people should “set their lungs and avoid lung disease at an upcoming sure to scrub not only the palm but be- own limitations.” Health and Wellness seminar at Washington tween the fingers and the back of the “If you haven’t felt good for three or Hospital on Tuesday, January 28. handing. Use hand sanitizers at home and more days, and have a fever or phlegm in Dr. Chu will review the various kinds in public places. Keep them in your desk your throat and chest, these are all signs of Dr. Jason Chu, a pulmonologist at Washington Hospital and your car. “It’s a basic precaution but an illness or infection.” of lung disease, update attendees on recent will be discuss some of the many ways that people can updates in lung care and provide expert take of their lungs and avoid lung disease at an upcoming very necessary,” he says. Don’t put off a visit to a doctor or health advice for keeping healthy during the cur- Health and Wellness seminar at Washington Hospital. • Follow a healthy diet with proper nutri- facility. Monitor symptoms of fever and fa- rent season of colds and infections, includ- tion and lots of fluids. Get plenty of rest tigue and don’t self-diagnose: seek medical What You Can Do Right Now to ing particularly flu and pneumonia. and exercise to stimulate the body’s health. expertise and diagnosis. Many people think, Avoid Getting Sick ‘I probably have a cold.’ But, if you feel Staying Healthy in Flu Season • It’s easy to pick up infections and ill- • Use common sense. Make sure you’ve had worn down and are lacking energy, he notes, “It’s important to stay as healthy as possi- nesses while traveling or even at the office, a flu shot; if you haven’t had one this season, you should have these symptoms checked ble,” asserts Dr. Chu. “People are not im- school or shopping areas. Follow the above get it now. Consider getting a vaccine out by a health professional. It’s important mune, particularly in this season. Air quality practices no matter where you are. against pneumonia; these are recommended is sometimes bad, and there are many people to identify lung infections quickly, because and should be renewed every six years. Many people each winter get sick, but these infections can spread throughout the already infected with other illnesses, making they don’t seek care, thinking they can get • Wash your hands frequently and thor- body in 48 hours. it challenging to stay healthy.” through a cold or sore throat, a cough or a continued on page 9 InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY 01/21/13 01/22/13 01/23/13 01/24/13 01/25/13 01/26/13 01/27/13 12:00 PM 12:00 AM Movement Disorders, Strengthen Your Back! Diabetes Matters: Vacation Hip Pain in the Young and Disaster Preparedness Parkinson's Disease, Minimally Invasive Hip Learn to Improve Your 12:30 PM or Travel Plans? Tremors and Epilepsy Replacement Back Fitness Middle-Aged Adult 12:30 AM Treatment Options for Knee Problems 1:00 PM Minimally Invasive 1:00 AM Treatment for Common Washington Women's Gynecologic Conditions Center: Circulation Women's Health Minimally Invasive Voices InHealth: Healthy Conference: Age Surgery for Lower Back Get Your Child's Plate in 1:30 PM Pregnancy Shape Women's Health 101 for Women - Part 1: Appropriate Screenings Disorders 1:30 AM Conference: Aging Varicose Veins Gracefully 2:00 PM Deep Venous Thrombosis 2:00 AM Strengthen Your Back! Influenza and Other 2:30 PM Learn to Improve Your Contagious Respiratory 2:30 AM Back Fitness Conditions Don't Let Back Pain Sideline You Washington Township Washington Township Living Well with Diabetes: Washington Township 3:00 PM Overcoming Challenges 3:00 AM Health Care District Health Care District Health Care District Minimally Invasive Board Meeting Board Meeting Board Meeting January 8th, 2014 January 8th, 2014 January 8th, 2014 3:30 PM Surgery for Lower Back 3:30 AM Disorders Treatment Options for Knee Problems 4:00 PM 4:00 AM Do You Suffer From Latest Treatments for Alzheimer's Disease Cerebral Aneurysms Anxiety or Depression? 4:30 PM Learn Exercises to Help 4:30 AM Lower Your Blood Pressure and Slow Your Heart Rate Diabetes Matters: Learn If You Are at Risk 5:00 PM Protecting Your Heart for Liver Disease Community Based Senior 5:00 AM Alzheimer's Disease Diabetes Matters: Key Supportive Services Important Immunizations To A Healthy Heart with Disaster Preparedness 5:30 PM for Healthy Adults Diabetes Inside Washington Hospital: 5:30 AM Skin Cancer The Green Team 6:00 PM Get Back On Your Feet: What Are Your Vital Signs 6:00 AM New Treatment Options What You Should Know Telling You? 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