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Page 2 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly Don’t Trust AROUND Your Eyesight to Luck PLEASANTON Amador Valley BY JEB BING Optometric For the Professional Attention Your Eyes Deserve BART strike issue Prescription Sunglasses • UV protection before voters again • Polarized to reduce glare he two BART strikes in 2013 wages during contract negotia- may be old news by now, but tions. They couldn’t do that again Convenient Weekday Tthey’re back in the headlines if Baker’s bill becomes law. It’s a & Evening Hours again thanks to State Assembly- different and unique approach to • Trend Styled Eyewear with excellent woman Catharine B. Baker (R-San preventing future strikes without frame stylist to help your eyewear needs • “No-Line” Lenses / Computer Lenses Ramon), who has introduced leg- banning them outright, which is • Specialty contact lens care, including islation that would prevent future politically controversial. It would CRT for nearsightedness reduction Years of Caring strikes by its unionized employees. be fair to workers, riders and the and scleral lenses for keratoconus Baker’s bill is good news for her general public that relies so heavily and irregular corneas • “Dry Eye” Treatment and Management supporters, including Pleasanton on mass transit. • Macular Degeneration Assessment for the Vice Mayor Karla Brown who prais- “Last year, commuters were held • Soft and Gas Permeable Bifocal es Baker as an elected official who hostage when BART workers went Contact Lenses follows through on her promises. on strike twice, bringing transpor- • Laser Vision Care - LASIK Tri-Valley Community “How refreshing!” tation in the Bay Area to a grinding Baker’s bill adds points to Steve halt,” Baker said in introducing the Glazer’s campaign to join her in legislation. “Hard-working Califor- Sacramento as the voters’ choice nians couldn’t get to work or to • Most Vision Plans Accepted in the March 17 primary to fill the medical appointments, or get their • Medicare Assignment Accepted empty 7th State Senate District’s children to school. The strike hit • Ask About AARP Discount seat. Glazer, you’ll recall, made a the pocketbooks of families who BART strike ban a key part of his weren’t paid because they couldn’t Dr. Barry C. Winston campaign last year when he ran get across the Bay to work. Busi- Faculty, UC Berkeley School of Optometry unsuccessfully against former Dub- nesses were short staffed and the Certified in the Treatment of Ocular Disease lin Mayor Tim Sbranti and Baker in Bay Area economy took a hit of VISIT US AT OUR WEBSITE the Assembly race primary, and he’s more than $73 million for each day BARRYCWINSTONOD.COM now touting Baker’s bill as one that of the strike. The public was the Black Avenue he would support. victim of this impasse, and we can’t Professional Offices Glazer supported Baker in the let it happen again.” 4450-C Black Ave, Pleasanton November election, support that Dublin Mayor David Haubert 925.462.2600 political pundits believe put her agreed. off Santa Rita Road behind over the top in a close race with “It is my hope that the Legisla- Lynnewood Methodist Church Sbranti. Now it’s payback time ture will stand up for residents and in Glazer’s bid for the 16th State support legislation that prevents Assembly District seat with both this from happening again,” he Baker and her anti-BART-strike said. The Rotary Club bill generating Republican and In- Bay Area Council president and of Pleasanton’s dependent voter backing for the CEO Jim Wunderman also com- Orinda Councilman. That could mented on the Baker bill. hurt Joan Buchanan and Susan “Mass transit strikes take a huge Garage Sale Bonilla, two popular Democrats, in economic and environmental toll, OurSanRamonHospital.com • (925) 275-9200 what has become a three-Democrat not including the disruption and Pick through hundreds race. Terry Kremin of Concord is inconvenience they cause for hun- of items – unearth 6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon also seeking the 16th District seat dreds of thousands of commuters. but his campaign hasn’t generated BART is the workhorse of the Bay your treasure. much interest. The only Republi- Area’s transit system, and the 2013 Saturday, February 28 can to seek the post was Michaela strike conservatively cost the Bay Hertle, whose name will still be Area $73 million a day in lost 8 a.m. to noon on the ballot even though she has worker productivity and $3.3 mil- since dropped out. Even Hertle, lion in additional fuel costs from Amador Valley however, is rallying Republican commuters forced into their cars. High School Parking Lot votes for Glazer. “Increased traffic congestion 1156 Santa Rita Rd, Pleasanton DOWNTOWN 101 Significantly, the ban-BART- spewed 16 million pounds of car- strikes measure, Assembly Bill 528, bon into the air each day. Holding Helping you build a solid foundation is the first bill Baker has authored the public hostage over a contract in Downtown Pleasanton since her election to the Assembly. dispute is unfair, unreasonable and It would prohibit BART employees unnecessary. We need to find a bet- Looking to open a business in Downtown from engaging in a strike or work ter way to resolve BART contract Pleasanton? If so, bring your questions and we’ll stoppage after the contract has disputes,” Wunderman added. bring the answers. Let us help you make your expired if the transit district board Pleasanton’s Karla Brown noted new downtown business thrive with this essential maintains the compensation and that “after only a few months on information. benefit provisions of an expired the job, Assembly member Katha- contract and an employee or em- rine Baker has begun to fulfill her • Anyone interested in opening a business in Downtown ployee organization has agreed to a commitment to all East Bay BART For more info contact: Pleasanton is strongly encouraged to attend! provision prohibiting strikes in the riders.” Tony Chen • Meetings feature staff representatives from both the expired contract. In 2013, when “Her new bill will close the loop- [email protected] Downtown Association and City of Pleasanton. the union contracts expired, work- hole that allowed BART employees • Agendas include: ers went on strike even though to strike while they received pay and Funds raised go • Who is the PDA & how can we help management honored the expired benefits under an expired contract,” to purchase and distribute ‡/LVWRIDYDLODEOHUHWDLO RI¿FHVSDFH contract by paying benefits and Brown said. Q wheelchairs to people • Overview of City process with disabilities. Thursday, March 5th 9:30-10:30am Rain location: 3OHDVDQWRQ'RZQWRZQ$VVRFLDWLRQ2I¿FH About the Cover Valley Community Church 4725 1st Street, Suite 200, Pleasanton Hart cheerleader Sara Ling hits a “half” stunt with help from Julia Castane- Parking Garage PLEASANTON DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION da (right), Karyna Russo (back), Claire Mirkarimi (left) and Kaylie Oliver 4455 Del Val Parkway, (front). Photo by Amanda Aguilar. Design by Lili Cao. 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Page 4 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly Newsfront DIGEST School board approves 2015-16 calendar Voter registration Trustees direct staff to begin looking at new calendar change process This Monday (March 2) is the final day people can register to BY AMANDA AGUILAR time in March or April. SBAC will be given to students ers are invited to attend a parent vote in time to participate in he Pleasanton school board ap- During a Jan. 13 school board in 3-8 sometime between March forum on March 9 about the Early the March 17 special primary proved the dates for the 2015- meeting, trustees voted unanimous- 10 through June 5. High school Assessment Program, a part of the election for the 7th State Senate T16 instructional calendar Tues- ly to revert back to the traditional juniors will take the assessment SBAC for high school juniors. District seat. day evening, with a start date of Aug. calendar after Trustee Mark Miller test sometime between April 23 The forum will include speakers Five candidates will be named 25 and end date of June 10, 2016. requested Dec. 9 that the calendar through June 5. from the Alameda County Office of on the ballot in the race to fill Trustee Chris Grant reminded item be put on a future agenda for The SBAC will include a Com- Education and Cal State East Bay. the unexpired term of now- the board that they made a com- discussion and possible action. puter Adaptive Test (CAT), a per- The event will take place at Congressman Mark DeSaulnier mitment to “collectively develop” The former 2015-16 calendar, formance task and a classroom Pleasanton Middle School’s multi- (D-Concord). calendar options that finish the first following the modified lite format, activity — all three will assess use room from 6:30-8 p.m. The four Democratic candi- semester before winter break. had school starting Aug. 11 and students in English language arts • Five students were recognized for dates facing off in the primary In response, trustees directed ending May 27, 2016. and mathematics. the community character trait of are State Assemblywoman Susan district staff to begin talks with bar- In other business: Staff also included how the dis- honesty during the recognition ses- Bonilla, former Tri-Valley As- gaining units about a new process • Trustees received an update from trict has been preparing for the test sion: David Zhou, Jackson Chan- semblywoman Joan Buchanan, for a calendar change — possibly staff about the Smarter Balanced this school year, which includes dler, Adelric Low, Hope Bergmark Orinda Mayor Steve Glazer and for the 2016-17 school year. Assessment Consortium (SBAC) making sure school sites have all and Andrew Harper. Concord resident Terry Kremin. Pleasanton schools superinten- — which will be given to third the proper technology equipment, The next school board meeting Republican Michaela M. Her- dent Parvin Ahmadi said staff will through eighth graders and high administering training/practice is scheduled on March 10 at 7 p.m. tle, of Pleasanton, qualified for aim to bring a process and timeline school juniors. tests and benchmark assessments. in the district’s boardroom, 4665 the ballot but bowed out of the to the school board for input some- According to staff reports, the In addition, parents of 11th grad- Bernal Avenue. Q campaign earlier this month. Her name will remain on the ballot as the deadline to remove it already passed. Whole For more election details, visit www.acgov.org/rov/elections. Foods to Teen job fair open Dublin Pleasanton teens are invited to attend the “Tri-Valley Teen Job and Career Fair” at the store in May Pleasanton Senior Center on March 7 from noon to 4 p.m. New market part of The free event will also in- retail center that includes clude mock interviews and an opportunity to talk with people Nordstrom Rack who work in the field of law, finance, marketing, law enforce- JEB BING ment and culinary arts. A new 40,000-square-foot Teens are encouraged to bring RENDERING BY FCGA ARCHITECTURE Whole Foods Market will open a copy of their resumè and dress May 20 in a new retail center under in professional attire. Pleasanton’s Asian Gateway construction across Hacienda Drive This event is a collaboration BHV CenterStreet Properties of Danville, a retail development firm also operating as Pacific Pearl, is from Hacienda Crossings at Dublin between the Cities of Dublin, expected to gain City Council approval Tuesday for a 112,000-square-foot shopping center and office park Boulevard. Pleasanton, and San Ramon, in on Staples Ranch with a focus on the Asian market. The plan received unanimous approval from the city’s Adding to a Whole Foods store conjunction with the Dublin Planning Commission Feb. 11. already open in San Ramon, it will San Ramon Women’s Club. The center, with this architecturally-pleasing entryway at the southwest corner of El Charro Road and be the grocer’s 43rd location in Businesses who are interest- Stoneridge Drive just across from the San Francisco (formerly Livermore) Premium Outlets center, will be Northern California, aimed at serv- ed in participating can contact anchored by Marina Food grocery store, with an international food court and will also feature a variety of ing the Pleasanton, Livermore and David Weisgerber at 931-3474 restaurants, retail stores and service businesses that will cater to a many-faceted clientele and taste, but the Dublin market. or dweisgerber@cityofpleasan- focus will be Asian. The store will bring an estimated tonca.gov for more information. Construction will start next year with the center opening in 2017. 225 jobs to the area, with avail- able jobs to be posted online from Caregiver education March 2 to 22 at www.wholefoods- market.com/careers/ Interested Hope Hospice is offering candidates should just click “Find “Hopes and Dreams 2015,” a and Apply for Jobs” and search for six-session caregiver educa- Pleasanton panel explores building openings at the new Dublin store. tion series starting March 14 In addition to Whole Foods cus- to provide training, education tomary selection of natural and or- and resources for people caring overnight tourism ganic products, the Dublin store for loved ones with chronic or will offer dining and entertainment, disabling conditions. Cultural tourism, marketing strategies among discussion topics including a pizza venue, tap room, The sessions are open to any wine tasting area and an outdoor community member who is al- CIERRA BAILEY change its name to Tri-Valley Tour- am, director of cultural tourism for patio with a space for live music and ready a family caregiver or ex- A panel discussion held last week ism Marketing District, to better Visit Seattle, and Dave Ackerman, performances. The store will have a pected to soon become a care- in Pleasanton presented a look into reflect what it does. director of marketing and busi- “modern farmhouse” look, incorpo- giver. how the city and the other Tri-Val- The event brought four mar- ness development for the newly rating reclaimed wood and tin, aged The sessions are held on Satur- ley communities can better attract keting professionals together to renamed San Francisco Premium metals and colorful chalkboards. days from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. overnight tourism and extended discuss how shopping, hospitality Outlets of Livermore. Allen Culp, who first joined the at Hope Hospice, 6377 Clark visitor stays in the area. and the arts can make an impact Visit Tri-Valley President, Barbara company in 2009 as a shift leader Ave., Suite 100, Dublin, in the The event was hosted by Visit on attracting visitors to the area, Steinfeld moderated the discussion. at Whole Foods Market in Reno, second floor conference room. Tri-Valley, an organization funded encouraging overnight stays and One of the key topics addressed has been hired as the store’s team Class size is limited to 30 by the cities of Pleasanton, Dan- compelling them to return in the by the panel was the emphasis on leader. Most recently, he managed participants. The cost is $100 ville, San Ramon, Dublin and future. the “heads in beds” concept which the San Ramon store. and includes all course materi- Livermore as well as by $1 a night The panelists were Lisa Hasen- is a term for driving tourism to the “Dublin is home to lots of fami- als and refreshments. For more room fees added to the bills of balg, San Francisco Travel Asso- hotels for an extended stay. Cul- lies, people who love the outdoors, details, visit www.HopeHospice. hotel and motel guests in those ciation’s senior director of arts and com or call 829-8770. Q cities. The organization plans to culture strategy, Tracey Wickersh- See TOURISM on Page 9 See WHOLE FOODS on Page 8 Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 5 NEWSFRONT CLOCK REPAIR Timely Service 4 local Democratic Party clubs Free Estimates Free Pick-up & Delivery in Tri-Valley announce support for Joan Buchanan Leaders praise her work as State Assemblywoman Byfield’s Clock Shop Call (925) 736-9165 JEB BING Four Democratic Party clubs have endorsed Joan Buchanan’s candidacy for the State Senate, with club presidents sending personal notes to constituents. Former State Assemblywoman, Kicking off spring Buchanan, a Democrat from Alamo, with athletic, athletic luxury, luxury and fashion eyewear is seeking election in the March 17 primary to the seat vacated by 7th District State Senator Mark DeSaul- nier (D-Concord), who was elected Foothill Optometric Group’s to Congress. Two other candidates, Spring Eyewear Styleshow!!! also Democrats, are seeking the 7th District nomination: Orinda Coun- FILE PHOTO cilman Steve Glazer and Assembly- Former Assemblywoman Joan Buchanan campaign for votes in her bid to woman Susan Bonilla. win election in the March 17 primary to the seat vacated by 7th District State Ellis Goldberg, president of the Senator Mark DeSaulnier (D-Concord). TriValley Democratic Club, said his club chose Buchanan because she eralities,” Hilp added. “In contrast, positive economic future by passing is a “champion” who does her Joan’s answers were thorough and at responsible, performance-based, homework. As a State Assembly- a much higher level than the other balanced budgets; supporting small woman, Buchanan was known for candidates. She rescued several leg- businesses and innovative technol- insightful thought-out analysis, islative bills from erroneous word- ogies; and prioritizing education in Goldberg said. ing which would have left loopholes order to ensure a competent work- “State legislators consider 1,700 and cost taxpayers money.” force,” Cohen said. “We know we bills in each two-year session,” he Hilp continued: “Besides her intel- can count on her to make decisions said. “They can’t have a good grasp lect, equally undeniable is her pas- for the good of all citizens.” Oakley * Christian Dior* Kate Spade of all of them. When (they) need sion for public education and com- Jane Walter, president of the Three powerhouse eyewear brands an analysis of the effects, costs passion for the children in California. Democrats of Rossmoor organiza- and unintended consequences of a We at the grassroots level support tion, said Buchanan has a special that will change the way you look and play! particular bill under consideration, Joan for State Senate. She may not relationship to Rossmoor, adding Thursday March 12th 4:00-7:30 they go to Joan.” be good at wooing big organizations that as an Assemblywoman, she held Brodie Hilp, president of the San with big money for campaigns, but constituent meetings at Rossmoor Stylists on hand, gift with purchase and refreshments Ramon Valley Democratic Club, she has a big heart and the intellect “and understands the needs and in- Serving the Tri-Valley for over 30 years agreed. to get the job done right.” terests of the Rossmoor community.” “Joan has spoken at our club Karen Cohen, president of the “As our representative in the many times and each time we are Diablo Valley Democratic Club, State Assembly, Joan was especially amazed at her expertise on a wide said club members unanimously effective in the areas of technology, range of issues such as Califor- endorsed Buchanan “because of fiscal planning, and education,” nia water issues and the California her integrity and her grasp of com- Walter added. “As our State Sena- budget,” Hilp said. plicated issues that is the result tor, Joan would continue to work “If you attended the candidate of diligent study combined with for the causes which we as Demo- 463-2150 2014 debates, you heard the other candi- unusual intelligence.” crats would like to see supported in 6155 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 100, Pleasanton dates speak in platitudes and gen- “Joan is committed to securing a the State Legislature.” Q (at the corner of Stoneridge & Franklin, between Hopyard & I-680) www.fogeyes.net Malatesta installed as president of PDA Downtown restaurant owner Vic Malatesta has been installed for a second year in a row as pres- GraphicDesigner ident of the Pleasanton Down- town Association. Embarcadero Media, producers of the Palo Alto Weekly, The Malatesta, who owns and oper- Almanac, Mountain View Voice, Pleasanton Weekly, PaloAltoOnline. ates Vic’s All Star Kitchen at 201 Main St. was sworn into office by com and several other community websites, is looking for a graphic Mayor Jerry Thorne. designer to join its award-winning design team. Others holding top offices at the city-subsidized organization Design opportunities include online and print ad design and include Jim DeMersman, direc- editorial page layout. Applicant must be fluent in InDesign, tor of the Museum on Main, as COURTESY OF PDA Photoshop and Illustrator. Flash knowledge is a plus. Newspaper president-elect; Bernie Billen, Bay Mayor Jerry Thorne (center) joins officers of the Pleasanton Downtown Commercial Bank (formerly Valley Association board for 2015 after installing them at a ceremony held at or previous publication experience is preferred, but we will consider Community Bank), secretary, and Redcoats British Pub & Restaurant on St. Mary Street. qualified — including entry level — candidates. Most importantly, Janet Yarbrough a certified public designer must be a team player and demonstrate speed, accountant, treasurer. Downtown nia Business Technology, Inc., and 4725 First St., was established in attorney J. Michael Hosterman, Terri Terry, Cellar Door. 1984 by the City Council, which accuracy and thrive under deadline pressure. The position will be past president, also will serve on The installation ceremony was recognized this special business approximately 32 - 40 hours per week. the board for another year. held at Redcoats British Pub & area with the creation of the PDA. Serving on the PDA’s board Restaurant, 336 St. Mary St. The organization operates as an To apply, please send a resume along with samples of your work of directors this year are Chris “We are incredibly fortunate assessment district with the goal as a PDF (or URL) to Lili Cao, Design & Production Manager, Beratlis and Bryan Bowers, both as a downtown to have such a of “developing and promoting a at [email protected] downtown property owners; Dirk talented and dedicated group of vibrant downtown community.” Christiansen, Studio 7 Fine Arts; individuals leading our organiza- It functions as a non-profit or- Mari Kennard, Redcoats British tion,” said Laura Olson, the PDA’s ganization with funding provided Pub & Restaurant; Dean Man- executive director. “Our board of by member assessments on the cini, Murphy’s Paw; Angel Moore, director members are passionate, businesses located in the down- Alameda County Fairgrounds As- engaged and exuberant and are town district. It also receives sociation; Michael O’Callaghan, the right leaders to guide our funding from matching city/tax- MCT Development & Construc- downtown now and into the fu- payer funds, sponsorships and 450 CAMBRIDGE AVENUE | PALO ALTO tion; Mike Peel, Venture Sotheby’s ture.” revenue producing events. Q Real Estate; Mark Tanis, Califor- The PDA, with headquarters at —Jeb Bing Page 6 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly NEWSFRONT

pipes, equestrian riders and more of Dublin will host the 17th An- Dublin planning 32nd annual will step-off onto Dublin Boulevard nual Shamrock 5K Fun Run and from Amador Plaza Road. The route Walk. The race will begin at 8:30 continues east on Dublin Boulevard, a.m. along Dublin Boulevard near St. Patrick’s Day celebration north on Village Parkway and west the Civic Center, and wind its way on Amador Valley Boulevard, ending through central Dublin, finishing at Festivities start with sister-city event March 13, continue through weekend near the Dublin Senior Center. the festival with live music, awards The 32nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day and giveaways for participants. Par- Get out your kilt and put on no-host “Irish Happy Hour,” all for Fire Station #16, located at Donohue Festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 ticipants must register by March 12 your green to commemorate St. $65 per person with tickets that Drive and Amador Valley Boulevard. p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Dub- at www.active.com/ For informa- Patrick’s Day with the city of Dub- must be purchased in advance. Proceeds will benefit the Alam- lin Civic Center on Dublin Boulevard. tion, call 556-4500. lin at its 32nd Annual St. Patrick’s On Saturday, March 14, revel- eda County Fire Fighters Associa- The event will include three stages Parking will be available nearby. Day Celebration March 13-15. ers can start their morning with a tion-Local 55 Charity Fund, which of authentic Irish music and dance, Visitors can also ride BART to ei- The festivities will begin with big stack of hot “green” pancakes supports local non-profit and com- 250 craft and commercial vendors. ther the East or West Dublin BART the Green and White Gala, hosted served fresh off the griddle at the munity-based organizations. These will feature an Irish Market- Stations and connect for free onto by the Dublin Sister City Asso- annual Firefighter’s pancake break- Then, at 9:30 a.m., the Dublin place, Irish Tea Cottage, Irish food Wheels buses directly to the front ciation, on Friday, March 13, at the fast, which will include pancakes, Lions Club will present the 32nd and carnival rides for all ages. New entry of the Festival. Shannon Community Center. The eggs, sausage, juice and coffee. Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. this year will be the game of rugby, More information can be found event, which will start at 6 p.m., Breakfast, which costs $5 per per- Over 80 entries, featuring festive an Irish favorite, played on Saturday. at www.DublinStPats.com. Q includes dinner, dancing and a son, will start at 7 a.m. at Dublin marching bands and floats, Irish bag- On Sunday, March 15, the city —Jeb Bing

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According to a recent survey, 95% of residents and families would recommend The Parkview. Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 7 NEWSFRONT Police department PPIE announces welcomes 2 new officers ‘Innovative Student Competed for positions in a ‘very challenging’ selection process Grant’ awards BY AMANDA AGUILAR BY AMANDA AGUILAR experience, the more curious and Pleasanton Police Department Fourteen Pleasanton Unified interested they become in testing is welcoming two new police School District students have been the limits of their imagination.” officers to serve the Pleasanton awarded a total of $5,002 in funding The next PPIE grant cycle is for community. from the Pleasanton Partnerships in PUSD employees. Applications are Officers Muriel Dutch and Education (PPIE) Foundation for a due March 5 and can be down- Qais Habib were sworn in Feb. variety of student-initiated projects. loaded at the http://ppie.org/. 18. The Innovative Education Grants The following Pleasanton stu- According to Lt. Jeff Bretzing, fund projects and needs that are dents have been awarded the 2014- the two officers competed in a student-focused, promote creativity 15 Innovative Student Grant: “very challenging” selection pro- and innovative thinking, and offer • Donlon Elementary School cess — which included multiple expanded learning opportunities to “Bringing Science to Life with a 3D interviews, medical and psycho- students. Printer” for 4th and 5th graders logical examinations and an in- According to PPIE officials, the $500 - Jake Morgan, Student; Amy depth background investigation. Innovative Grant Program is made Theberge, Teacher “The background process to Officer Muriel Dutch. Officer Qais Habib. possible in great part by a generous • Mohr Elementary School “Soccer assess these new officers revealed grant of $30,000 from the Oracle Club” for 4th and 5th graders stellar work histories and solid Giving Foundation. $350 - Senyi Yang, Student; Susan communication skills,” Bretzing to patrol Pleasanton as solo of- bring a variety of work and life Last year, PPIE awarded over Huggins, Teacher added. ficers — replacing positions va- experiences and a diversity of job $45,000 in Innovative Education • Valley View Elementary School The two new officers will be cated through service retirements knowledge that will be a signifi- Grants, the largest single cycle “After School Science Club” for 3rd undergoing a 16-week field train- during the past year. cant gain for the city of Pleasan- award in the grant program’s history. graders ing process before being assigned “Officers Dutch and Habib ton,” said Bretzing. Q “The high level of interest last $400 - Tanner Croddy, Student; year was driven in part by in- Maestra Dawes, Teacher creased need for technology in the • Hart Middle School “Mathcounts classroom due to the transition to Student Handbooks & Workbooks” WHOLE FOODS common core curriculum,” said $100 - Asim Biswal, Student; Caryl Continued from Page 5 Susan Hayes, PPIE executive direc- Daly, Teacher tor. “As students and teachers inte- and folks who enjoy a strong sense grate technology into their school See PPIE on Page 9 of community,” Culp said. “That’s why we’re building this store as much as a social spot as a place to buy groceries.” “We want to give local musicians AC Transit using a place to play, a wide selection of trending ingredients to share with friends and parents a comfortable, double-decker bus in welcoming place to have a quick and easy meal with their kids,” 3-week pilot program Culp added. Leading the marketing and com- Free fares for all who board during trial run munity relations efforts for the Dublin location is Paul Barron, who started at AC Transit has launched a three- AC Transit spokesman Clarence Whole Foods Market in Novato in week pilot program in which it is Johnson said the double-decker the prepared foods department. Bar- using a 42-foot-long, double-deck- bus has a much larger capacity than ron most recently served as market- er bus on selected longer routes the current articulated, accordion- ing team leader in the Sonoma store. FIELD PAOLI ARCHITECTS in its service area in 13 cities and style buses used by the agency, In Dublin, Barron will oversee Whole Foods in Dublin will feature a “tap room” (above) with entertainment surrounding areas in Alameda and which only seat about 50 people. local partnerships, sponsorships and dining, including pizza and a wide selection of trending ingredients to Contra Costa counties. The double bus also make a and charitable giving, such as share with friends and for parents to have a quick and easy meal with their Bus agency officials said the 80- smaller carbon footprint than cur- “5-Percent Days” and “Nickels for children. seat coach is offering riders com- rent buses and allows passengers to Nonprofits.” He will also handle fortable excursions with spectacular exit from rear doors, Johnson said. marketing, social media and local 14-15. Whole Foods representa- Run & Walk on Sunday, March 15. views, especially on transbay routes Johnson said the idea is for AC public relations. tives will be offering food samples For updates, customers can fol- that go to and from San Francisco. Transit to gauge customer reaction, The Whole Foods Dublin team and staffing a photo booth. low the store’s progress in both The bus made its first trip last assess how well the bus functions and will have a booth at the upcoming The store is also sponsoring food the Pleasanton Weekly, Pleasanton Monday on the Line U, which goes ultimately determine whether the bus St. Patrick’s Day festival in Dublin and beverages for those participat- Weekly Express and at facebook. from Fremont to Stanford University. will be permanently added to its fleet. on Saturday and Sunday, March ing in the city’s Shamrock 5K Fun com/WholeFoodsMarketDublin/ Q It then was deployed on other daily AC Transit General Manager routes, including transbay routes. David Armijo said in a statement, “We have been operating transbay service for more than 50 years, and we want to look at what is the best The Yale Russian Chorus vehicle that best fits us now, given our current needs.” Saturday, March 7, 2015; 7:00pm First Presbyterian Church He said, “We’ve tried a lot of dif- ferent kinds of coaches. But until 2020 Fifth Street Livermore, CA now we haven’t tried this one.” People who want to get a close- Let All Mortal Flesh: A Musical Journey in Celebration of Orthodox Lent up view of the bus can look at it in In Concert front of AC Transit’s headquarters Hosted by: at 1600 Franklin Street in down- St. Innocent Orthodox Church of Livermore town Oakland from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday. Adults $20 Bus agency officials said the double- Children 12 and under FREE decker bus offers panoramic views, foot rests, soft reclining seats on its ($0 ticket required for admission) upper deck and an upgraded surveil- Students 13 yrs+ $10 lance system to assist the driver. They also say there will be free Seniors 65+ $15 fares for all who board it during its www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1152925 three-week trial run. Bay City News. Q Page 8 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly NEWSFRONT

PPIE Continued from Page 8 the Bankhead Theater in Liver- attle Premium Outlets, which paign used a similar method TOURISM more, and the Village Theater are actually located in Tulalip, to promote the San Francisco- • Hart Middle School “Christmas Continued from Page 5 and Art Gallery in Danville. Washington and the Philadel- Oakland Bay Bridge light dis- for Seniors” According to Steinfeld, there phia Premium Outlets in Limer- play and other light installations $400 - Robert Gann, Student; Ni- tural tourism, which consists of are many travelers who enter the ick, Pennsylvania. and activities throughout the cole Langer, Teacher combining the performing arts, area for “day-trips” but the Tri- Another common approach city during the holiday season, • Amador Valley High School visual arts and heritage of a re- Valley communities are trying outlined during the nearly two- Hasenbalg said. “Every Fifteen Minutes” gion is often used as the focus to extend those visits by more hour panel discussion was the As part of the campaign $500 - Katelyn Kramer, Student; or “hook” for getting visitors actively targeting cultural tour- concept of partnership targeted Hasenbalg and the travel as- Sarah Finn, Teacher to stay overnight, according to ists. marketing which involves inte- sociation put together a press • Amador Valley High School Steinfeld. Retail is another element of grating tourist attractions and release and distributed it to bus, “Green Screen Room” According to Wickersham, Se- cultural tourism, Steinfeld said, events into the entire community boat, and segue tour operators. $202 - Harrison Misfeldt, Student; attle targets cultural visitors be- because in addition to attend- to encourage visitors to see and do These efforts resulted in in- Eric Scherer, Teacher cause statistically they are more ing arts related events, travelers more in the area as well as bring creased attendance and ticket • Amador Valley High School “Math active travelers who tend to stay also want to experience the local in revenue for all of the surround- sales on boat tours after dusk. Team Operations Fund” longer in the places they are visit- shopping in the places they visit. ing businesses and facilities. The restaurants located along $250 - Christina Ji, Student; Cy ing which translates to spending Earlier this month, the Liver- During Seattle’s eight month The Embarcadero also saw an Ogle, Teacher more money there as well. Cul- more Premium Outlets was re- display of the King Tutankha- increase in patrons as a result of • Amador Valley High School tural tourists are also “desirable named as the San Francisco Pre- men exhibit, the city launched a the campaign. “AVHS Healthy Eating Initiative” travelers” because they are typi- mium Outlets. The decision was large promotional campaign that Hasenbalg and Wickersham $500 - Jamila Campwala, Student; cally less susceptible to recession made due in large part to making included exclusive VIP ticket noted that the Tri-Valley could Sebastian Bull, Teacher and economic downturn. a stronger connection between packages only offered through benefit from using a similar ap- • Foothill High School “Model Seattle has several art organi- the Livermore-based shopping hotels, which provided undated proach to promote its attractions. United Nations Mock Conference” zations and galleries along with center and the larger, metropoli- and untimed tickets to the ex- Toward the end of the panel $500 - Abigail Kirk, Student; Mi- the city’s attractions in connec- tan area more known to travel- hibit, according to Wickersh- discussion, Hasenbalg offered chael Leitz, Teacher tion to Native American and ers, according to Ackerman. am. A part of the program was some advice for ways the Tri- • Foothill High School “FHS Latin aviation history, which makes “Probably about 65-70% of a “pharaoh’s gold card” which Valley can better market itself as Club” the region align closely with the the visitors who we see at the people received upon purchas- a tourist destination. She sug- $350 - Edith Lee, Student; Eric traveling experience that cul- property are international tour- ing tickets to the exhibit and the gested making sure that city Heinitz, Teacher tural tourists look for. ists whose destination is San card was good for various res- websites include the “who, • Foothill High School “American By comparison, the Tri-Valley Francisco,” Ackerman said. “In taurant, shopping and attraction what, when, where and why” so Mathematics Competitions” has the wine country, active and their minds coming from places discounts. travelers can establish a purpose $250 - Suhansiny Naik, Student; historic downtowns and retail like China or Brazil or South The Pacific Science Center, for their visit. This marketing Scott Gorsuch, Teacher centers as well as many fine- Korea, Livermore is simply a where the exhibit was displayed, effort should promote what is • Foothill High School “Foothill dining locations. suburb of San Francisco that is was able to sell 700,000 tickets “authentic” to the destination, Science Olympiad” There’s also the abundant close by considering the distance and 50% of those were pur- making it clear how people can $400 - Suhansiny Naik, Student; local performing and visual arts they’ve traveled to be here.” chased by people residing in get around the area with or Rochelle Morris, Teacher venues such as Pleasanton’s Fire- The panelists noted that the places outside of Seattle, Wick- without a car, and tuning into • Foothill High School “Backyard house and Arts Center, where strategy is used throughout the ersham said. visitor feedback on social media Harvest” the panel discussion was held, country such as with the Se- San Francisco’s light-arts cam- and other outlets. Q $300 - Justin Silliman, Student; Jim Clark, Teacher

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Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 9 Opinion

EDITORIAL THE OPINION OF THE WEEKLY Pleasanton Weekly

PUBLISHER Heart Month brings ValleyCare, Stanford together Gina Channell-Allen, Ext. 119 his is American Heart Month and ValleyCare Health System the ValleyCare Emergency Department. If the ECG shows signs of EDITORIAL and Stanford Health Care, which will be combined next an acute myocardial infarction, ValleyCare’s Cath Lab team and on- Editor month, are reminding us of heart attack warning signs and duty cardiologist are alerted immediately. This allows for rapid triage Jeb Bing, Ext. 118 T Tri Valley Life Editor to call 911 without hesitation if you or a loved one might be hav- to the Cath Lab, and as appropriate, to provide intervention with Dolores Fox Ciardelli ing a heart attack. Above all, says cardiologist Dr. Donald Lai, di- balloon angioplasty and stent. Due to the rapid alert based on the Associate Editor rector of ValleyCare’s Cardiac Cath Lab, don’t drive yourself to the ECG, this team is often ready and waiting for the patient to arrive Jeremy Walsh, Ext. 111 emergency room, which he calls “high risk behavior.” Lai points through the ER and many patients have come to the Cath Lab still Staff Reporters out that lifesaving measures begin in the ambulance while en on the EMS gurney within 10 minutes of arrival to ER. Amanda Aguilar, Ext. 121 route to the hospital and ER staff is ready and waiting. By calling Lai and the ValleyCare health team offer this advice on heart Cierra Bailey, Ext. 229 911, patients can receive appropriate care 20-30 minutes faster. attack symptoms. For both men and women, common signs are Contributors Another dangerous behavior is delay. Some patients suffer for pain, pressure or a squeezing discomfort in the chest; cold sweats, Jay Flachsbarth, Cathy Jetter, hours before seeking care. The sooner heart attack patients receive fatigue for no reason, sudden dizziness or light-headedness, sharp Jerri Pantages Long, Mike Sedlak, treatment after onset of symptoms, the faster they recover and have pain in one or both arms, back, neck or jaw, shortness of breath Kate Lyness, Nancy Lyness a better outcome, Lai says. When a patient calls 911, an Emergency for no reason, and nausea or vomiting. Women, Lai says, are ART & PRODUCTION Medical Services (EMS) team arrives, starts an IV, administers aspirin twice as likely to vomit or be nauseated during a heart attack. In Marketing and Creative Director and nitroglycerine and sends a wireless electrocardiogram (ECG) to addition, they may also have pain or pressure in the lower chest, Shannon Corey stomach or upper abdomen, and feel really tired. Design and Production Manager Lili Cao This is good advice from ValleyCare, which has a nationally- Designers recognized track record for excellence in treating heart attack Linda Atilano, Kristin Brown, patients with rapid response times and favorable outcomes. In Diane Haas, Colleen Hench, October 2000, ValleyCare became one of the first hospitals in Rosanna Leung, Paul Llewellyn California to be granted special permission to treat emergency ADVERTISING heart attack patients with balloon angioplasty and stent without Account Executive WEEKLY MEETING NOTICES having open heart surgery on site. ValleyCare also became an of- Karen Klein, Ext. 122 ficial Cardiac Receiving Center (CRC) for Alameda County (and Real Estate Sales City Council the state), and for the past six years, has received Gold and Plati- Carol Cano, Ext. 226 num Achievement awards from the American College of Cardiol- Ad Services Manager Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Jennifer Lindberg, 650-223-6595 Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Avenue ogy, American Heart Association, American College of Emergency Physicians and the Society for Chest Pain Center for excellence in BUSINESS • Public Hearing: PUD-108, Bradley Blake, BHV the treatment and care of heart attack patients. ValleyCare became Business Associate CenterStreet Properties, LLC – Consider introduction of Lisa Oefelein, Ext. 126 an ordinance approving an application for Planned Unit licensed for open heart surgery in 2006 and the heart surgery program has also surpassed national benchmarks for excellence. Circulation Director Development (PUD) Development Plan to construct an Zachary Allen, Ext. 141 On March 17, ValleyCare will become a subsidiary of Stanford approximately 112,000-square-foot shopping center and Front Office Coordinator related site improvements on approximately 11.5 acres Health Care, which is a nationally recognized academic health Sierra Rhodes, Ext. 124 of the Retail/Commercial site at Staples Ranch. Zoning system and a part of Stanford Medicine, which includes the Stan- for the property is PUD-C (Planned Unit Development – ford University School of Medicine and Lucile Packard Children’s HOW TO REACH THE WEEKLY Commercial) District Phone: (925) 600-0840 Hospital Stanford. This affiliation will strategically position Val- Fax: (925) 600-9559 ‹*VUZPKLYHWWYV]HSVMWSHUZHUKZWLJPÄJH[PVUZYL]PL^IPKZ leyCare to add to its accomplishments in addressing heart attacks, Editorial email: HUKH^HYKHJVUZ[Y\J[PVUJVU[YHJ[[V.VVKSHUK3HUKZJHWL such as hosting a community health fair, similar to what Stanford Construction, Inc. in the amount of $12,186,991.43 for [email protected] is doing tomorrow in Palo Alto. That event is offering the public [email protected] Bernal Community Park Phase 2 Project, CIP 017045; an opportunity to meet with Stanford cardiologists, participate in Display Sales email: HWWYV]HSVMHUHTLUKTLU[[V[OLJVU[YHJ[^P[O/HYYPZ [email protected] Design Associates for additional design and construction free health screenings, visit Stanford booths for general wellness Z\WWVY[ZLY]PJLZHUKHUHNYLLTLU[^P[O):2,UNPULLYPUN information, chat with experts from various specialties and attend Classifieds Sales email: [email protected] for geotechnical and material testing and special inspection free breakout sessions with Stanford heart experts. “Stanford Medicine is leading the biomedical revolution and Circulation email: circulation@ Civic Arts Commission our discoveries will help transform patient care for the Tri-Valley PleasantonWeekly.com Monday, March 2, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. and beyond,” said Dr. Lloyd Minor, dean of the Stanford School The Pleasanton Weekly is published Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Avenue of Medicine. “It’s a merger we look forward to.” Q every Friday by Embarcadero Media, ‹9LJVTTLUKH[PVU[V(SSVJH[L*VTT\UP[`.YHU[-\UKZMVY 5506 Sunol Blvd., Suite 100, Pleasanton, CA -PZJHS@LHY re-elected to the Assembly. 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The above represents a sampling of upcoming meeting items. anced budget. and services will be shortchanged © 2015 by Embarcadero Media. For complete information, please visit Note that Susan Bonilla is running to make that happen? All rights reserved. Reproduction without www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/community/calendar for a Senate seat when she’s just been Sue Hamill permission is strictly prohibited. Page 10 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly Valdis (Waldoe) Jaunkalnietis Community Pulse Valdis (Waldoe) Jaunkalnietis (72) died February 2, 2015, in Pleasanton, California, from COPD. His wife, Lloyce, “work wife” Martha Jensen, POLICE BULLETIN and niece Sam were by his side. He was born in Riga, Latvia, on Suspected mail thieves lead cion of resisting a police officer, fighting in public December 11, 1942. After WWII, and public intoxication. he was in a displaced persons camp police on car chase Officers were doing a patrol check near Sunshine in Germany with his family. They Pleasanton police officers were led on a car chase Saloon on Santa Rita Road when they saw four men immigrated to the United States in Feb. 19 after officers responded to a report of a walking to the Jack in the Box drive-thru. 1949. suspicious vehicle driving through a residential According to police reports, the men approached Valdis spent most of his life in Racine, Wisconsin and California. neighborhood on Foothill Road, and the vehicle’s a vehicle in the drive-thru and officers started hear- He was a Medic in the US Army and was named “Soldier of the occupants were allegedly reaching into mailboxes. ing yelling and saw lots of hand movements. Month” at Yuma Proving Ground. According to Sgt. Mark Reimer, the driver is an When officers approached the area, the vehicle He lived his last 22 years in Pleasanton, California, where occupants got out of the car and three of the men unidentified woman with blonde hair. he owned Wet Pets Aquarium Shop. He frequently hired high When officers arrived around 5:20 a.m., the ve- “backed off” from the fight, police allege. James Timothy Guevara Rigor, 26, allegedly start- school students and enjoyed mentoring them. Valdis was a potter, hicle (white Buick Rendezvous with grey trim and photographer and gourmet cook. He enjoyed fishing and was an paper plates) reportedly fled at a high rate of speed ed yelling obscenities at the three vehicle occupants. and turned northbound on Foothill Road. Police said the officers continued to tell Rigor to avid Green Bay Packers fan. He had a BA in Art from California Reimer said a spike strip was successfully de- stop and he failed to listen. State University LA. ployed on Foothill Road but the vehicle was not One of the officers tried to get his attention by grab- People who knew him described him as a unique, caring person sufficiently disabled. bing his left wrist but Rigor allegedly pulled away. with a great sense of humor. Many called him an “acquired taste.” The suspects allegedly continued northbound at According to police reports, officers were eventu- He was predeceased by his parents Ausma and Valentins. high speeds while tossing stolen mail from the vehicle. ally able to handcuff Rigor and he was arrested. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lloyce; his brother and The vehicle ran multiple red lights, and turned • A 44-year-old woman was arrested Feb. 22 after sister, Juris and Ilze Jaunkalnietis, his stepsister Nora Pavao, and eastbound on the westbound off-ramp from I-580 — Macy’s loss prevention officers allegedly saw her his nieces Samantha Sefton and Jennifer Bennett. heading the wrong way into heavy traffic, Reimer said. stealing sunglasses from Sunglass Hut located inside A Celebration of Life will be held at his home in Pleasanton on Officers ended the pursuit, but California High- Stoneridge Shopping Center’s Macy’s Women’s. April 11 from 1-5. way Patrol received reports of a wrong-way driver Police said Leticia Gloria Balcazar, of Modesto, PAID OBITUARY allegedly heading northbound I-680 in the south- was seen by loss prevention officers concealing six bound lanes. pairs of sunglasses in a shopping bag and on her. Extensive area checks did not locate the vehicle. The amount of sunglasses stolen were worth Reimer said stolen mail was recovered from sever- $1,247, according to police reports. Home Depot in partnership with al locations along Foothill Road and will be returned Balcazar allegedly walked outside the store with- Zone 7 Water Agency to the victims. out paying, and loss prevention officers detained her and the local water utilities Anyone with information about this inci- until Pleasanton police arrived. dent can call the Pleasanton Police Depart- Balcazar was arrested on suspicion of grand theft. ment Investigations Division at 931-5100. Under the law, those arrested are considered inno- In other police reports: cent until convicted. Q • A Pleasanton man was arrested Feb. 22 on suspi- —Amanda Aguilar WATER POLICE REPORT CONSERVATION The Pleasanton Police Department made Q 7:06 a.m. in the 4500 block of Q 4:51 p.m. in the 1400 block of the following information available. Muirwood Drive Stoneridge Mall Road; shoplifting plant & gardening events Q 8:57 a.m. in the 100 block of Valley Q 6:45 p.m. in the 1400 block of Feb. 16 Avenue Stoneridge Mall Road; shoplifting Saturday, March 7 Alcohol violation Shoplifting Q 7 p.m. in the 1400 block of 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Q 7:20 p.m. in the 3600 block of Stoneridge Mall Road Q 5:42 p.m. in the 1300 block of 2500 Las Positas Road Andrews Drive Stoneridge Mall Road Q 8:33 p.m. in the 5600 block of Owens Theft Drive; auto theft Livermore Q 2:13 p.m.; intersection of Tanager Feb. 19 Driver and El Dorado Court; auto Burglary theft Q 6:06 a.m. in the 4300 block of Saturday, April 11 Q 4:07 p.m. in the 1300 block of Fairlands Drive 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Stoneridge Mall Road; shoplifting Q 6:50 p.m. in the 600 block of Rose FD #429 6000 JJohnsonohnson DDriverive Q 5:25 p.m. in the 1500 block of Avenue; residential LOCALLY OWNED Stoneridge Mall Road; shoplifting Alcohol violation AND OPERATED SINCE 1891 PleasantonPleasanton Q 10:16 p.m. in the 00 block of Q 1:54 a.m. in the 5800 block of Owens Stoneridge Mall Road; theft from Drive Burial & Cremation structure Q 4:20 a.m. in the 6400 block of Owens Trespass/prowling Drive Celebration of Life Q 3:20 p.m. in the 330 block of Services Stoneridge Drive Feb. 20 Reception Facilities Feb. 17 Fraud Q 4:36 p.m. in the 400 block of Boulder Drug violation Court Advance Planning Made Easy Q 11:36 a.m. in the 4300 block of Shoplifting Foothill Road Q 1:13 p.m. in the 2100 block of for a free consultation Theft from auto Stoneridge Mall Road or in-home visit call Q 1:40 p.m. in the 600 block of Koll Q 9:58 p.m. in the 1400 block of Center Parkway Stoneridge Mall Road 6DOHVRIZDWHUHIÀFLHQWSODQWV Q 3:25 p.m. in the 1700 block of Santa Vandalism Rita Road Q 3:46 p.m. in the 3500 block of Helen 9HQGRUGLVSOD\V Child abuse Drive Q 3:42 p.m.; street information not &RQVHUYDWLRQDFWLYLWLHVIRUFKLOGUHQ disclosed Feb. 21 ([SHUWVRQKDQGWRDQVZHU\RXUTXHVWLRQV Vandalism Domestic battery ƒ Master Gardeners ƒ Our Water-Our World Q 9:38 a.m. in the 5100 block of Q 9:52 a.m.; street information not Hopyard Road disclosed ƒ StopWaste ƒ Water conservation Deanna Moser Bay-Friendly rebates and tips Feb. 18 Q 9:56 a.m.; street information not ƒ disclosed 925.846.5624 DUI Vandalism Q 1:09 a.m.; intersection of Valley to view our facilities visit: Sign up for the Home Depot Sign up Q 3:08 p.m. in the 1600 block of Avenue and Via De Los Milagros Stoneridge Mall Road www.grahamhitch.com Garden Club: for Zone 7 Theft from structure Theft 4167 First Street, gardenclub.homedepot.com e-news: Q 4:16 a.m. in the 4700 block of Willow Q 12:37 a.m. in the 3000 block of Pleasanton FD#429 Road Tonopah Circle; theft from auto Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 11 COVER STORY

COURTESY OF KYRA LEWIS-PERVERE Harvest Park Middle School’s cheer team came back from STORY AND PHOTOS BY AMANDA AGUILAR Anaheim a few weeks ago with a first place win at the Universal Cheerleaders Association nationals.

ince the end of last sum- Sanchez echoed Heckart’s state- competitions — but head coach The cheerleading season begins timing and synchronization. mer, Pleasanton school ments. Courtney Chipman said she is con- towards the end of summer, during Cheer practices start off with the cheer teams have been “It isn’t something small. It’s a big fident this year’s junior varsity and which practices consist of learning squad stretching together and prac- working hard to prepare deal for us,” Sanchez said. varsity squads will perform well at the competition routine and per- ticing their jumps. Right away, they Sfor the national cheer competition Pleasanton and Hart middle nationals. fecting it for regionals — in order go into practicing all their stunts in Anaheim. Practices, cheering school cheer teams will be compet- Harvest Park Middle School’s to qualify for the national competi- in the routine, such as pyramids or at games, competing at region- ing at the United Spirit Association cheer team competes through a tion. basket tosses. al cheer competitions — all to (USA) Jr. Nationals this weekend, different cheerleading association. With each practice after region- With nationals right around prepare them for what is some- held at Disney California Adven- They came back from Anaheim als, coaches modify the routines the corner, squads’ stunts have times known as the “Super Bowl of ture Park’s Hyperion Theatre. a few weeks ago, where the team based off judges’ critiques. Accord- increased in difficulty — which Cheerleading.” Amador Valley and Foothill high placed first in the “Large Junior ing to the Pleasanton coaches, the means there could be times where “We are preparing for our one school cheer teams are set to com- High” division at the cheerleading routine performed at nationals is girls will struggle and fall out of the chance to do our routine. In most pete March 20-22 at the USA High nationals for Universal Cheerlead- never the same routine performed stunt. sports, if you mess up, you get School Spirit Nationals in the Ana- ers Association (UCA). at regional competitions. Pleasanton Middle coach Jennifer the rest of the game to earn back heim Convention Center. “”I couldn’t be more proud of our The past few months’ practices Gatan said the team has received points,” said Amador Valley var- Both Hart and Foothill cheer girls,” said Harvest Park coach Kyra before nationals have been dedi- critiques about the execution of the sity cheerleader Katie Heckart. “For teams have won National Champi- Lewis-Pervere. “They are incredibly cated to increasing stunt difficulty routine, which she and the team cheerleaders, you only get 2 min- onship titles in the past. Pleasanton hardworking, and it was wonderful to meet the maximum “Difficulty” will be working to improve on be- utes and 30 seconds, and there Middle has also done relatively well to see them shine on the national points, having the girls continuous- fore nationals. aren’t any do-overs.” at competitions. However, Amador level, while enjoying themselves, ly run through routines to improve “Bases, you need to keep your Foothill JV co-captain Rachel cheer “struggled” for a few years at and having fun at the same time” endurance, as well as cleaning up flyer up there. Flyers, if you’re toe- ing ... heel. If you’re heel-ing ...toe. No drops,” Gatan said at a Wednes- day night practice. Practicing and perfecting stunts usually takes up most of prac- tice time because the cheerleaders know that “one more time” from their coach never actually means one more time — usually around five or more times. At a recent Amador Valley varsity cheer practice, the girls were strug- gling with a couple of their stunts and the frustration was evident in some of the girls’ faces. Competition coach Linda Mon- toya went from stunt group to stunt group, figuring out what part of the stunt sequence the girls were strug- gling with. As each stunt group kept practic- ing, one by one, each group started nailing its stunts. “There is never a moment where there is time to relax,” said Amador Valley varsity captain Claire Chan- dler. “All of our girls on this team put in a huge effort to make sure this season is a success. We work just as hard if not harder than any team or sport.” Most squads’ practices take place during the weekdays after school, but Pleasanton, Hart and Ama- dor have additional weekday or weekend practices as nationals ap- proaches. Foothill coach Kim De Joy, like all the coaches, expects her girls to attend every practice and give “110%” when there. Hart Middle School cheerleaders ranked first at the USA California Open in Foothill varsity cheerleaders practice their “liberty” stunts in preparation for Although cheerleading is a team Davis on Feb. 1. nationals. sport, the girls say they know they Page 12 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly COVER STORY

Foothill junior varsity cheerleaders practice their stunts at a Wednesday night practice. have the responsibility of practic- home first place, but our main goal ing on their own time and focusing is to hit a solid routine,” said Wang. on personal goals that will aid in a “We want to leave the mat knowing successful performance at the big that we couldn’t have performed competition. any better.” Emily LaDue, varsity cheerleader Although Hart and Pleasanton at Foothill, said she is personally teams, as well as Amador and Foot- Pleasanton Middle School cheerleaders practice the cheer portion of their nationals routine during a Wednesday evening focusing on hitting the more dif- hill JV teams, will be competing practice. ficult stunts and improving in her against one another at nationals tumbling. — it’s really just a friendly competi- ley Benner. Pleasanton Middle cheerleader tion, according to the cheerleaders. But of course, there is still some Carly Nostrand will also be focus- Even during the preparation for local rivalry between the two high ing on her stunting and tumbling, regionals and nationals, the high school teams. as well as her jumps. school cheerleaders will attend the “When competition time does Nationals are no joke in the middle school practices to help come around, I find no problem in “cheerleading world,” and when a out. turning up the competitiveness,” team has a reputation of winning In addition, the cheerleaders say said Chandler. — it can add a lot of pressure to the each team cheers on and supports But in the end, no matter who cheerleaders. one another at all competitions. takes home a trophy or not, the “It’s easy to get to the top, but it’s “When other teams see that, teams said they just want to per- harder to stay at the top,” said Hart they’re just like ‘What?!’,” said form their best and leave the mat cheer coach Kelly Redgrave, whose Pleasanton Middle cheerleader Hai- with no regrets. Q team won the 2014 national title. “It’s a pretty intense situation.” “We have to work our hardest,” said Hannah Thoe, Hart cheer cap- tain. “Yeah, we have to do our best and show we want to win,” added Hart cheerleader Megan Gee. Pleasanton Middle School cheer coach Jennifer Gatan gives her cheer team Like all athletes, Pleasanton critiques after a run-through of the routine. cheerleaders are students first and foremost, so the coaches say they expect them to maintain good grades and keep up with their schoolwork — all while balancing cheering at games, practices and weekend regional competitions. “It’s always very stressful. Some- times staying up extra late to finish a project or essay is our only op- tion,” said Chandler. Foothill JV co-captain Kimberly Wang said setting priorities and focusing on what needs to get done makes it a lot easier. Hart and Pleasanton middle school teams are excited for na- tionals this weekend — eager to show the judges they deserve the national title. “I know we’re able to do it ... we’re going to give it our all,” said Pleasanton Middle cheerleader Bella Huyler. “We’re going to try our hardest,” said Thoe. “We put in a lot of hard work, and if we lose...we’ll still be proud.” Amador and Foothill cheer teams still have a few weeks left until they take the Anaheim stage. “We just want to try our best and hope to win,” said Amador JV captain Katherine Jackson. Amador Valley varsity cheerleader Maci Manos (top) practices an “extended liberty” Amador Valley junior varsity cheerleaders hit a “scorpion” stunt during an “Of course our hopes are to take with help from Loren Curry (left), Becky Bland (back) and Lauren Shohfi (right). afternoon practice. Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 13 Page 14 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly What’s happening around the Valley in music, theater, Tri Valley Life art, movies and more

‘The Spirit of the Old West’ Saga of Indians and settlers on vivid display at Blackhawk Museum

STORY AND PHOTOS BY DOLORES FOX CIARDELLI

n Indian saying goes: “We will be known forever by in front in anticipation of presentations to school the tracks we leave.” children. A Jerry Fick of Cody, Wyoming, now in his early 70s, Nearby are eagle feather headdresses, buck- remembers finding a jasper arrowhead in his yard in skin clothing as well as that made from traded Pennsylvania when he was 7 years old, and he has been ac- cloth, cradle boards, and vast information about cumulating Indian “tracks” ever since. Indians across the U.S. Necklaces show beads Counter clockwise: The topographical table runs almost the length of the “My mother was a collector,” Fick said, noting that she was interspersed with claws from bears, mountain gallery, depicting in miniature the history of the American West beginning with half Lenape Indian, which helped spur their interest in Native lions, wolverines and elk’s teeth. early Native American life, and continuing with the arrival of the white man. American artifacts. “My first museum was my parents’ base- “All of the artifacts are authentic, and some Jerry Fick, who is one-quarter Lenape Indian, collected Indian and Old West ment and my room.” are extraordinarily rare,” said Executive Director artifacts his entire life, and sold his collection last year to Ken Behring for the Over the years Fick’s collection grew and grew, housed Timothy McGrane. Blackhawk Museum. first in Pennsylvania and for the last 25 years in Cody at his Many of the game in the exhibit are now Tecumseh’s Trading Post on the Yellowstone Highway, which protected species, he noted, and U.S. Fish and drew thousands of visitors. Game representatives checked out the display to Then last year, Blackhawk’s Ken Behring — an enthusiast make sure nothing had been procured illegally. Westward expansion of the American West as well as antique cars, opening mu- The other side of the gallery is devoted to the What: seums, distributing wheelchairs around the world, and real American settlers, including a California trail “The Spirit of the Old West” estate development — swept into town, checked out the col- exhibit with a covered wagon and a display of Where: Blackhawk Automotive Museum, lection, and made Fick an offer. barbed wire noting that its invention in 1874 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville Fick was on hand last week for the Blackhawk Museum’s changed the West. grand opening of “The Spirit of the Old West,” a permanent A video airs actual footage of Buffalo Bill’s Wild When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday exhibit that showcases the American westward expansion West show, which toured all over America and Admission: $15 adults; $10 students, seniors and military veterans; from the early 1700s through the early 1900s. It includes the Europe during the late 1800s and early 1900s. experiences of the High Plains Indians and the early Western Buffalo Bill Cody, who served as an Army private free for children under 6 and active military; admission includes trappers, explorers and pioneers as the two civilizations met and later Chief of Scouts for the Fifth Cavalry, automotive exhibits — one hungry for land, and the other unable to comprehend earned his nickname by killing more than 4,000 Information: Call 736-2280 or visit www.blackhawkmuseum.org how one could own land any more than he could own the air. buffalo in 18 months to supply Kansas railroad A massive mounted Plains buffalo welcomes visitors inside workers with meat after the Civil War. the gallery, and a display titled, “Buffalo: Sustenance of Life,” Throughout the opening weekend, Fick gave explains his integral part in the life of the American Indian. speeches that were videoed and will be available at the mu- “I still have a small personal collection in Cody, Wyoming,” Behind it spreads a sprawling diorama of miniatures, seum and on its website. Folks found Fick’s talks fascinating Fick said, adding that the display at the Blackhawk Museum which Fick began while in his teens. The topographical table and informative as he shared his love of history and knowl- meets all his expectations. has more than 60 scenes with thousands of little figures, edge gained not just from books — as a boy he listened as old “I never thought in my wildest dreams that anything like some carved by Fick himself, depicting the history of the Indians he knew told their tales. this would happen, he said. “Until Mr. Behring came along, American West beginning with early Native American life and “I’ve always had an interest in early American history in no one had been able to see the value in my collection. I am continuing with the arrival of the white man. general,” Fick said. “I’ve always admired a lot of Indians. And glad it has found such a wonderful home.” To the left of the entrance, life-sized dioramas feature my favorite white man was Daniel Boone; he was born five As visitors exit “The Spirit of the Old West,” they look up mounted wildlife, including a moose, grizzly bears, wolverines, miles from where I was born, in Birdsboro, Pennsylvania. He and understand better the words engraved over the doorway: mountain goats, elk and beavers. An authentic tipi has seating was a good man, a Quaker.” “We will be known forever by the tracks we leave.” Q Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 15 FUN STUFF FOR KIDS OVER THE SUMMER WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OUR COMMUNITY POST CALENDAR ITEMS AT mp Connectio Calendar PLEASANTONWEEKLY.COM Ca Summer 2015 n Alameda Pediatric Dentistry great way to meet local people. CALL FOR ART WORK SUBMISSIONS Auditions Lioness is a service club which helps The Harrington Gallery announces 1443 Cedarwood Lane, Suite D many worthy causes in our commu- the call for submissions for the TRI-VALLEY REPERTORY THEATRE Pleasanton, CA 94566 nity. Call 443-4543. Fresh Works 5th Annual Open ‘N ’ (925) 846-KIDS UNSENSE Auditions for Juried Exhibit. Open to Bay Area PLEASANTON MOTHERS CLUB The www.alamedapediatricdentistry.com “Nunsense” will be at 7 p.m. on artists in all 2D and 3D media. mission of the Pleasanton Mothers Sunday, March 8 and 7:30 p.m. No jewelry. Video art accepted Our dental staff provides dental care to children, teens and special needs Club is to provide a social, sup- on Monday, March 9. Contact contingent upon space; artist patients in the greater East Bay Area. We strive to create a fun-filled en- portive, and educational outlet for producer Kathleen Breedveld must provide equipment. Art vironment where children feel at home! With three kid friendly locations moms and their families in the local in Alameda, Pleasanton & Oakland, we’re conveniently located to better for an audition appointment at must be completed within last community. They offer a variety of serve your family needs. [email protected]. You two years and not previously dis- activities, children’s playgroups, will then be sent audition materials played in Pleasanton. Deadline for special interest groups, and more. for the show. entry form and fee is 5 p.m. on Building Kidz School For information visit pleasanton- Wednesday, March 18. Contact 4300 Mirador Drive mothersclub.org. Contact member- Julie Finegan at 931-4849 or jfin- Pleasanton, CA 94566 Civic Meetings [email protected]. (925) 249-9000 [email protected]. Go CITY COUNCIL The Pleasanton City PLEASANTON NEWCOMERS CLUB to www.firehousearts.org. www.buildingkidzschool.com This club is a great way for new Council meets at 7 p.m. on the first DUBLIN LIBRARY BOOK SALE Friends Building Kidz School provides the best preschool, daycare, kindergarten, and established residents to make and third Tuesdays of the month of Dublin Library invite you to nursery, academic and childcare facilities in California. Our staff is well new friends. It meets for cof- at City Council Chamber, 200 Old shop for bargain books and audio- trained in the field of early child education. We are located in Pleasan- fee on the first Wednesday of Bernal Ave. visual materials at the semi-annual ton, Morgan Hill, Pacifica, San Mateo, South San Francisco, Mountain every month and for lunch on HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Used Book Sale, from 6-8 p.m. on View, Scotts Valley and Concord. The the second Wednesday of every Friday, March 6 (Members-only We invite you to visit our facilities, meet our staff, see our classrooms, Human Services Commission meets month. The group has activities Night, memberships available from play on our playgrounds and to learn more about our programs: Infant at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday like hiking, walking, Bunco and 5:30 p.m.); 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Care, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten and Performing Arts. of the month at City Council more. Visit www.pleasanton- Saturday, March 7; and 1-4 p.m. Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave. newcomers.com. Contact Info@ on Sunday, March 8 at the Dublin enGAGE! Summer Enrichment Camp PleasantonNewcomers.com or 215- Library. Go to www.aclibrary.org, at Harvest Park Middle School 8405. Classes www.dublinfriends.org, or call the (925) 577-6981 SENIOR MENS SOCIAL CLUB Sons In library at 803-7252. COMPUTER TUTORING www.engagethegifted.org Need help Retirement (SIR) is a social club for GIRLS NIGHT OUT NETWORKING [email protected] with downloading E-books from senior men. In addition to friend- GNON and Museum on Main the library to your E-Reader, send- ships, members can participate in enGAGE! Summer Enrichment Camp inspires kids to stretch themselves invite all Bay Area women to join ing e-mail attachments, social interest groups like golf, bridge, beyond grade-level standards and use higher order thinking skills to this fun networking event from networking, blogging, general travel, photography, etc. We meet become creative problem solvers. enGAGE! students thrive with the time 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, March and encouragement to deeply investigate topics of interest and learn to Internet questions? Drop-in classes for lunch first Thursday of the 4 at Museum on Main, 603 Main ask questions that will lead to a lifetime of discovery. Two-week or four- are from 5-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at month at San Ramon Golf Club. St. Learn about local history with week options for incoming 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th graders. Courses in- the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Open to retirees in the Tri-Valley. great food and raffle prizes. Cost clude Creative Writing, Brain Fitness Through Art, Creative Problem Solv- Old Bernal Ave. Call Mary Luskin Contact Rich Osborne at 785-3549 is $10 for members, $15 for non- ing, Music Production, Digital Art & Animation and LEGO NXT Robotics. at 931-3400, ext. 7. Free and open or [email protected]. Go to Session 1 is June 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, July 1 & 2. Session 2 is July 6, 7, 8, members. RSVP and prepayment to all. branch34.sirinc2.org. 9, 13, 14, 15 & 16. Tri-Valley Music Camp is July 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31. required. Call 487-4748 or go to FREE COUNSELING JOB SEARCH http://www.gnon.org/rsvp.html. Fashion Design & Sewing SKILLS AND RESUME WRITING Get a free consultation with an expe- Concerts PLEASANTON GEM FAIRE Find fine Camp @ KIDZ KRAFTZ! jewelry, millions of beads, crystals, rienced Employment Recruiter CLERESTORY The clear voices of 7690 Quail Creek Cir., gold and silver, minerals and much on select Wednesday evenings, the a cappella men’s ensemble more at manufacturer’s prices. Dublin, CA 94568 Thursday afternoons and Saturday Clerestory will sing “Love and the More than 50 exhibitors around (925) 271-0015 afternoons for a half or full hour Knight,” a concert of music trac- the world will be on site, from www.KidzKraftz.com at the Pleasanton Library. Receive ing the earliest days of European noon-6 p.m. on Friday, March 13; help with resume writing, employ- cathedrals to the Romantic masters Focus on sewing stylish, wearable clothing, accessories, craft and jewelry 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, March projects, while introducing children to fashion design concepts, sewing ment web sites, search for a job on who followed, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, 14; and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, techniques, basic pattern manipulation and fashion illustration. Sewing the web, and get help with online March 1 at St. Clare’s Episcopal March 15 at the Alameda Country machines and notions provided. FREE fabric for first day of the camp. applications. Make a 20-minute Church. Freewill offering. Call Fairgrounds. $7 for a weekend Pizza Party on last day of the camp. Early Bird Registration Special, as appointment at the Reference Desk 462-4802 or go to http://www. pass. Go to www.gemfaire.com. well as many Discount options available. by calling 931-3400, ext. 4. stclarespleasanton.org/concerts-at- st-clares/. TRI-VALLEY TEEN JOB AND CAREER Roughing It Day Camp FAIR The Cities of Pleasanton, 1010 Oakhill Road Clubs San Ramon and Dublin and the Lafayette, CA 94549 GARDEN CLUB MONTHLY MEETING Events Dublin/San Ramon Women’s (925) 283-3795 The Livermore Amador Valley AN EVENING WITH HEARST CASTLE Club will present the Teen Job and Career Fair from noon-4:00 www.roughingit.com Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. HISTORIAN VICTORIA Victoria p.m. on Saturday, March 7 at the on Thursday, March 12 at Alisal Kastner, historian for the California Roughing It is an all-outdoor summer day camp for campers age 4-16. Pleasanton Senior Center. Teens School. Ernesto Sandoval, Director State Park of Hearst Castle since Activities include instruction in Horseback Riding, swimming, fishing, 14-19 will meet with local employ- boating, outdoor living skills, and more! 1, 2, 4, and 8-week sessions of the Botanical Conservatory, 1979, will share her knowledge ers, pick up applications, and have available from June 22 - August 21. Free transportation to and from UC Davis, will speak on plant hor- of the Pacific palace of William mock interviews. Free for job-seek- camp each day with 2 central bus stops in Pleasanton. Free Extended mones and how they contribute to Randolph Hearst, on Tuesday, ing teens. Lunch provided. Contact Care also available. Helping children grow in wonderful ways since 1972! plant growth and propagation. Call March 10 at the Firehouse Arts 556-4500 or glentheguide@dublin. 485-7812 or go to www.lavgc.org. Center. Tickets are $10, $7 for ca.gov. Write Now! KIWANIS OF PLEASANTON Kiwanis of seniors and students, $5 for Summer Writing Camps Pleasanton is celebrating the 100th members. Call 462-2766 or go to Pleasanton / Palo Alto anniversary of their organization museumonmain.org. Exhibits Emerson (650) 424-1267 this year. Those interested in mak- BRINGING BACK THE NATIVES FIREFIGHTER HOMAGE AND MT. Hacienda (925) 485-5750 ing a difference in the community GARDEN TOUR Four Pleasanton DIABLO 2014 VISTAS Oil painter www.headsup.org are invited to join for lunch from gardens will be showcased in this Vincent Liu exhibits a series of 11:50 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays at Vic’s year’s Bringing Back the Natives [email protected] works depicting firefighters. All Star Kitchen, 201 Main St. Call Garden Tour, which features gar- Improve your student’s writing skills this summer at Hacienda School Concurrently, watercolor artist 425-9127 for more info. dens that are pesticide-free, water of Pleasanton and Emerson School of Palo Alto. Courses this year are Robin Purcell of Danville exhibits LIONESS CLUB conserving, provide habitat for Expository Writing, Creative Writing, and Presentation Techniques. The Livermore a collection of paintings featuring wildlife, and contain 60% or more Visit our website for more information. Lioness Club welcomes new mem- Mt. Diablo after the 2014 wildfires. native plants. Free, though dona- bers at its regular monthly meeting Exhibit runs Feb. 25-April 4 at the tions are accepted. The tour will on the first Tuesday of each month, Firehouse Arts Center. Contact For more information about these camps, see our online camp directory be 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, at 6:30 p.m. A $2 to $5 donation the gallery director at 931-4849 or at tinyurl.com/PW2015camps. To advertise in the April Camp Connection, May 3. Register now. Go to www. is requested. Participating in the [email protected]. call (925) 600-0840 ext. 122 or email [email protected]. many activities of the group is a BringingBackTheNatives.net.

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JOURNEY STORIES Journey stories are keep your brain active and your Valley Blvd. Suite 120, Dublin. tales of how we and our ancestors memory sharp. The class is held Drop-in classes are $12, prepay- came to America and are a central PET OF THE WEEK from 10-11:30 a.m. the first and ment for entire 8-week course is element of our personal heritage. third Fridays of every month at the $80. Contact Gayle Staehle at 200- From Native Americans to new Tabby of Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 1765 or [email protected]. American citizens, the Smithsonian Sunol Blvd. Word games, puzzles, Institution Traveling Exhibition many talents challenging activities, reminisc- Service presents “Journey Stories” Yes, yes, he is the one and ing and more, geared to help you Support now through March 8 at Museum only Houdini. This 4-year- age-proof your mind. Cost $1.75 on Main. Call 462-2766 or go to old cat has many talents, for resident and $2.25 for non-res- http://www.museumonmain.org/ ident. Call 931-5365 or visit www. Groups with magic being his spe- CLUTTERLESS (CL) SELF HELP exhibits.html. cialty. What kind of magic pleasantonseniorcenter.org. GROUP Overwhelmed? Clutter you ask? Well, the magic CHALLENGING RELATIONSHIPS stressing you out? CL is a non- of love! He can make any WITH ADULT CHILDREN The Senior Fundraisers person, dog or cat fall profit, peer-based, self-help group Support Program of the Tri-Valley for people with difficulty discarding LUNCHEON AND BABY SHOWER in love with him. Meet presents an eight week discussion Houdini at the East Bay unwanted possessions. Meetings Daughters of the British Empire group covering living with adult chil- are 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at The are hosting a Luncheon and Baby SPCA Dublin Adoption dren, distant or disengaged relation- Center, 4651 Gleason Parkview, 100 Valley Ave. in the Shower event for the anticipated ships, overly dependent adult chil- second floor Activity Room. Free. new Royal Baby from 12:30-3:30 Drive. Visit www.eastbay- dren, and more, from 3-4:30 p.m. spca.org or call 479-9670 Optional $3-$5 donation appreci- p.m. on Saturday, March 7 at Wednesdays starting March 4 at the ated. Call 922-1467 or go to www. EAST BAY SPCA for more information. the Castlewood Country Club. Pleasanton Senior Center. Call 931- ClutterLess.org. Attendees are asked to consider 7925 to register or for information. bringing a baby shower item that HAPPINESS AND BETTER VFW-AL C AND DONUTS DUBLIN SENIOR CENTER DBE will donate to select chari- OFFEE RELATIONSHIPS Learn how to have FOUNDATION MEETING The Dublin ties including Tri-Valley Haven, Every Saturday morning from 7:30- more fulfilling relationships with Lectures/ Senior Center Foundation meets at PUSD Horizon School, and Abode 9 a.m., the VFW and American your partner, spouse and children; 9 a.m. on the first Wednesday of Homeless Family Services. Cost is Legion host coffee and donuts how to be more effective at work; every month, at the Dublin Senior $35. Call 998-3500. Workshops for all veterans at the Veterans and how to replace anger with AFRICAN DANCE WORKSHOP Join Memorial Building, 301 Main St. Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd. peace and confidence. From 6:30- RAGIN’ CAJUN GOES TO RIO Ragin’ an uplifting dance workshop with All veterans are welcome. Visit Call 556-4511. 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Unity Cajun is Bay Area’s Mardi Gras Oumou Faye and live drumming www.vfwpost6298.com. DUBLIN SENIOR CENTER OFFERS of Tri-Valley Office, 7567 Amador event of the year! This year there’s with Ibou Ngom Mbor Faye, from MUSIC CLASSES Dublin Senior Valley Blvd. #120, Dublin. Cost is a twist as the celebration theme noon-1:30 p.m. on Sunday, March Center offers two music classes $5. Check online schedule at www. moves from New Orleans to Rio for 1 at Studio Dance Fit, 7 E. Airway On Stage including Sing-a-longs with Judy meetup.com/Tri-Valley-Real-Love- a taste of Carnival! Enjoy music, Blvd., Livermore. Hosted by the ‘THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE Kuftin and Merrill Ito at 10:30 Group/ before coming. dancing, dinner and auctions, from Cheza Nami Foundation. Cost is WARDROBE’ a.m. on Thursdays; and Ukulele 6-11 p.m. on Friday, March 6, City of Pleasanton OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS This $20 for adults, $15 for kids. Ages Beginning Instruction with Judy 2015, at Casa Real, 410 Vineyard Civic Arts Stage Company and Bay 12-step support group for people ten and up. Call 475-9605 or go to Kuftin and Merrill Ito at 1 p.m. Ave. This is the annual fundraiser Area Children’s Theatre present with eating behavior problems http://www.chezanami.org/blog. on Tuesdays, both at the Senior event for the Sandra J Wing Healing the timeless story of siblings Lucy, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd., Therapies Foundation. Tickets are COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIES Edmund, Susan, and Peter, and Bartholomew Episcopal Church, Dublin. Cost is $1.25 for each $105 before Dec. 24, 2014, $125 ‘BUILDING RESILIENCE FOR LIFELONG their adventures in Narnia at 7:30 678 Enos Way, Livermore; and at class. Call 556-4511. after. Call (866) 862-7270 or go to SUCCESS’ The City of Pleasanton’s p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 7:30 a.m. Saturdays in the Middle www.healingtherapiesfoundation. Free Community Education Series 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, MILLS LINE DANCE SOCIAL DJ School Room at The Unitarian org. will present “Building Resilience March 6-15 at the Firehouse Arts Millie Dusha will play tunes from Universalist Church, 1893 North for Lifelong Success” from 7-8:30 Center. Tickets are $6-$18. Call Vasco Road, Livermore. Free with SLEEP TRAIN’S PAJAMA DRIVE FOR the classic oldies at the Mills Line p.m. on Wednesday, March 4 at 931-4848 or go to www.firehouse- Dance Social from 2-4 p.m. on donations accepted toward room FOSTER KIDS Sleep Train’s annual the Pleasanton Library. Rachel arts.org. the first Thursday of every month rent. No weigh-ins. Call Nora at Pajama Drive aims to make night- Sklar, MSW, is a Parent Coach and at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 337-9118. time cozier for local foster children Strategist who will introduce key Amador Valley Blvd. All levels of ensuring they go to bed wearing PLEASANTON MILITARY FAMILIES ingredients to raising children who Scholarships dancers are welcome. Cost is $3. their own pair of comfortable SUPPORT GROUP Formed in 2003 can bounce back from difficulties SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE Foothill, Call 556-4511. pajamas. Donations of new PJs and maintain healthy relation- this group provides support and Village and Amador Students can P SHOPPE AT THE SENIOR in every size, infant to adult, can ships. Register at pleasantonfun. EDDLER comfort to the Pleasanton families download the guidelines and appli- C be dropped off at any Sleep Train com (code 59293) or at the event. ENTER The Peddler Shoppe in the whose loved ones are deployed in store now through March 1. cation for scholarships awarded by lobby of the Pleasanton Senior the combat zones of Afghanistan Contact 931-5359 or info@ptown- Amador Valley Scholarships, Inc. life.org. Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., offers the and Iraq. The group has monthly Scholarships awarded to students handmade wares of talented local meetings and other events such as Health SCIENCE ON SATURDAY: ‘COMPUTER who plan to attend community col- senior artisans. It’s a great place to “pack outs” of comfort and care SIMULATIONS OF EARTHQUAKES IN leges, vocational/technical schools items for deployed members of the DIABETES SELF MANAGEMENT buy gifts. The Shoppe is staffed by THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA’ or 4 year universities. Deadline to volunteers and is open to the pub- armed forces. The group also spon- CLASSES This 7 week series will Lawrence Livermore National Lab’s apply is March 20. For guidelines lic 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through sors the Yellow Streamer program teach you how to manage your “Science on Saturday” returns with and application, go to www.ama- Friday. Go to www.pleasantonped- on Main Street where streamers are diabetes with exercise, healthy eat- the theme “Seeking Solutions in dorvalleyscholarshipsinc.org. dlershoppe.com. displayed with the name, rank and ing and medications, and answer Elemental Science.” “Computer TRI-VALLEY RETIRED EDUCATORS’ branch of service of Pleasanton mili- all your questions about living with Simulations of Earthquakes in the S tary personnel. Learn more at www. diabetes. Classes are 10 a.m.-noon CHOLARSHIP Application deadline San Francisco Bay Area” will be March 21. Six scholarships, each Spiritual pleasantonmilitaryfamilies.org. Fridays, March 6-April 17 at the presented by LLNL scientist Arthur worth $2,000 are being offered to SUNDAY SERVICES AT UNITY OF TRI- Dublin Senior Center. Call (510) Rodgers and teacher Dan Burns of 383-5185 or go to http://www. high-school graduating seniors and VALLEY Join the Sunday service with Los Gatos High School at 9:30 and college students. Applicants must Volunteering acphd.org/diabetes/contact-infor- 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28 Reverend Karen Epps at 10 a.m. mation.aspx. be planning a career in education, every week at Unity of Tri-Valley, TRI VALLEY HAVEN THRIFT STORE at Bankhead Theater in Livermore. and reside in the Livermore, Dublin, Go to http://education.llnl.gov/ 7567 Amador Valley Blvd., Suite Dedicated volunteers are needed Pleasanton or Sunol area. High 108, Dublin. Children’s program immediately at Tri-Valley Haven students/science-on-saturday/lec- school applicants must be seniors Holiday ture/561. available. All are welcome. Ongoing thrift store in Livermore, with shifts planning to attend a four-year col- available from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. TRI-VALLEY CULTURAL JEWS’ PURIM classes, groups, and activities. Call lege in fall, 2015, community col- 829-2733 or go to http://www.uni- Tuesday-Saturday. Duties include CELEBRATION Tri-Valley Cultural lege applicants must be qualified tyoftrivalley.org/. receiving, sorting, and pricing of Jews will be holding a secular Miscellaneous to transfer as juniors to a four-year items. Call 449-5849 or go to THREE DIAMONDS QIGONG SERIES Purim celebration from 10:30 a.m.- FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ONLINE institution in fall, 2015, and 4-year www.trivalleyhaven.org. 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 1 at BOOK SALE Did you know you college applicants must be sopho- “Three Diamonds Qigong” will TRI-VALLEY HAVEN FOOD PANTRY Bothwell Arts Center in Livermore. could buy books from the Friends mores who will continue as juniors focus on exercises that tap into Make hamantaschen, have crafts, of the Library at Amazon.com? in fall, 2015. Contact 443-6097 or and cultivate the three greatest The Tri-Valley Haven food pantry is games, and see the annual Purim The Friends have a year round [email protected]. For applica- reservoirs of energy within ourselves in need of volunteers to help sort, skit. Attendees are welcome to magazine and paperback book sale tion go to www.div85.calrta.org. to create more stamina, more organize, and bag donated food come dressed as their favorite in the library and have two major joy, clearer thinking, and better items along with other duties. If Purim character. Free for TVCJ book sales a year. To buy books, overall health. Classes will be from you can help out please contact members, $10 for non-members. visit www.amazon.com/shops/ Seniors 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Jan. Stacey at 449-5845. All shifts avail- Call 371-8585. 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; and March able Monday-Thursday at Tri-Valley ptwnfriends or call Nancy Bering at BRAIN MATTERS Enjoy a morn- 462-4368. 3, 10, 17 at Unity of Tri-Valley’s Haven food pantry, 418 Junction ing of fun while learning how to Gathering Place, 7567 Amador Ave., Livermore. 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Page 18 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly Real Estate OPEN HOME GUIDE AND REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Home sales, prices start year lower Tight housing inventory, low affordability slowing pace JEB BING in California, leading to a slide in housing Other key facts from CAR’s January 2015 The average California price per square California’s housing market started the affordability in the area, which in turn, has resale housing report include: foot for an existing single-family home was new year still bearing the scars of 2014’s resulted in a more pronounced slowdown in Housing inventory loosened throughout $203 in January 2015, a decrease of 3.5% tight housing inventory and low housing af- market activity in recent months.” much of the state in January, though the from the previous month, but a 2.7% in- fordability as statewide home sales fell from The median price of an existing, single- San Francisco Bay area continued to be crease from January 2014. Price per square the previous month and year, the California family detached California home fell 5.9% hamstrung by tight inventory. The available foot at the state level has been showing an Association of Realtors reported this week. from December’s median price of $453,780 supply of existing, single-family detached upward trend since early 2012, and has Closed escrow sales of existing, single- to $426,790 in January but was up 3.4% homes for sale statewide rose from 3.3 been rising on a year-over-year basis for 36 family detached homes in California totaled from the revised $412,820 recorded in months in December to 5 months in Janu- consecutive months. a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of January 2014. The statewide median home ary. The index was 4.3 months in January In recent months, however, the growth 351,890 units in January, according to price has been higher on a year-over-year 2014. The index indicates the number of rate in price per square foot has slowed information collected by CAR from more basis for more than two years, but price months needed to sell the supply of homes down significantly as home prices leveled than 90 local Realtor associations and MLSs gains have narrowed significantly in the past on the market at the current sales rate. A off. San Mateo County had the highest price statewide. year. six- to seven-month supply is considered per square foot in January with $622/sq. ft., Sales in January were down 3.9% from “While the statewide unsold inventory typical in a normal market. followed by Santa Clara ($508/sq. ft.), and a revised 366,130 in December and down index in January jumped to the highest The median number of days it took to sell Santa Cruz ($420/sq. ft.). The three coun- 2.7% from a revised 361,790 in January level in nearly three years, the increase can a single-family home was extended in Janu- ties with the lowest price per square foot in 2014. Home sales have been below the be attributed in large part due to the drop ary, up from a revised 47.5 days in Decem- January were Lake ($111/sq. ft.), Siskiyou 400,000 level since November 2013. in sales,” said CAR Vice President and Chief ber to 52.4 days in January and from 44.3 ($110/sq. ft.), and Yuba ($107/sq. ft.). “Despite a leveling off of home prices Economist Leslie Appleton-Young. days in January 2014. According to CAR’s Mortgage rates fell again in January, with and continued decline in interest rates in “Overall, active listings statewide showed newest housing market indicator measuring the 30-year, fixed-mortgage interest rate recent months, California’s housing market a near double-digit increase from last Janu- sales-to-list price ratio, properties are again averaging 3.67%, down from 3.86% in continues to be constrained by low housing ary, but supply conditions weren’t all posi- generally selling below the list price, except December and down from 4.43% in Janu- affordability, particularly in the San Fran- tive at the regional level,” she added. “While in the San Francisco Bay Area, where a lack ary 2014, according to Freddie Mac. The cisco Bay Area,” said CAR President Chris both the Southern California and Central of homes for sale is keeping sales prices in January 2014 average 30-year fixed rate was Kutzkey. Valley regions showed a clear improvement line with original asking prices. the lowest since May 2013, just before the “Due to the region’s strong income and in their inventory levels when compared to The statewide measure suggests that Federal Reserve announced its intention to job growth, the Bay Area was the least af- last year, housing supply in the Bay Area homes are selling at a median of 96.9% of taper the bond buying program. fected by the housing crisis. But strong remains a concern as active listings declined the list price, down slightly from a ratio of Adjustable-mortgage interest rates also housing demand and tight supply in the more than 5% in the region, further illus- 97.8% at the same time last year. The Bay dipped in January, averaging 2.38%, down region also have caused home prices to ap- trating the region’s lack of affordable homes Area is the only region where homes are from 2.40% in December and down from preciate at a faster rate than many regions for sale.” selling at original list prices. 2.55% in January 2014. Q

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Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 19 OPEN SAT/SUN 1-4 PM FOR SALE 3784 Jerrold Road Livermore Now is the time. Waiting until Spring A Winning Combination Luxury Living will mean competing with MANY other Ranch Style Living listings and buyers. Gorgeous 5 bedroom/5 bath home is 3890 sq ft A resident of the Tri-Valley and over and showcases stunning a decade in the Real Estate Mortgagetgage panoramic views. Five- and Lending industry, I can navigateate acre estate offers 3 fenced all your real estate needs. pastures with crossing gates New on the market! and water access, tack room, 4 bed, 2 bath , remodeled single story Amador Estates beauty! Immaculate hay barn, 4 horse stables with home with volumes of light! Walking distance to down town Pleasanton, all paddocks, and large roping rlene 3 levels of schools, shopping! Call for list price. arena with return. Minutes from downtown. A Offered at $1,999,999 MADRIGAL REALTOR® Gail Boal CalBRE#01969542 REALTOR® LIC # 01276455 Mony Nop 925.577.5787 925-575-1602 www.gailboal.com [email protected] CA BRE #01813021 510.334.6449

550 Selby Lane Livermore COMING SOON COMING SOON OPEN SUNDAY 2-4 Built in 2013! 2,031 sq ft Belmont model in Shea development. 3 bedrooms with loft, 2.5 bathrooms. Highly upgraded and right next to the hills. Granite, hardwood, plantation shutters, covered patio, 2-car garage with premium lot! Great view! Offered at $775,000 862 Gray Fox Circle, Birdland 23 Carver Lane, Sunol Pleasanton Stunning gourmet granite A rustic lane leads to a very Custom estate on a private 1 kitchen with cherrywood private home situated on 5 acre lot. Features a gourmet cabinetry, pendant lighting and acres of rolling hills just outside granite kitchen, expansive family breakfast bar! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 Pleasanton in the quaint town room, wine cellar, media room baths and sparkling pool! Just a of Sunol. Panoramic views from REALTORS®, GRI, CRS, SRES and waterfall covered pool. Call short stroll to park! each of its 5 bedrooms! Almost Cindy and Gene Williams for a private showing. Priced in the low 3,000 sq ft, 2 car garage, barn and REALTORS® BRE LIC # 01370076 and 00607511 925.463.0436 $2,598,000 $1,000,000’s detached 3 car garage. Perfect 925.918.2045 www.SoldinaFlash.com for a private vineyard or horses www.WilliamsReGroup.com $1,998,000

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Page 20 • February 27, 2015 • Pleasanton Weekly REAL ESTATE OPEN HOMES THIS WEEKEND 2743 San Minete Drive $1,199,000 Blackhawk Sat/Sun 2-5 Linda Futral 980-3561 Tri-Valley 4 BEDROOMS 12540 Doubletree Drive $1,250,000 Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 847-2200 4327 Quail Run Lane $1,599,000 Sun 1-4 Alain Pinel Realtors 314-1111 647 Eliot Drive $885,000 Real Estate Directory Castro Valley Sun 1-4 Kim Grass & Lorraine Davis 315-7175 5 BEDROOMS 3 BEDROOMS 3784 Jerrold Road $1,999,999 Sun 1-4 Arlene Madrigal (510) 334-6449 422264 E. Lyndon Loop $749,000 ® Sun 1-4 Andrea & Earl Rozran 876-6575 Darlene Crane, Dennis Gerlt REALTOR Pleasanton Branch Manager/Mortgage Advisor Broker/Owner Danville RPM MORTGAGE, INC. Gerlt Real Estate Services 2 BEDROOMS 925-699–4377 direct: (925) 426-5010 4 BEDROOMS 4173 Georgis Place $610,000 [email protected] email: [email protected] Sat/Sun 1-4 Gina Piper 200-0202 www.darlenecrane.com www.dennisgerlt.com 30 Trish Lane $1,368,000 NMLS 30878 License 00907071 Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 837-4100 CA LIC# 01317997 3 BEDROOMS 30 W. Neal Street #105, Pleasanton 6 BEDROOMS 4972 Muirwood Drive $975,000 325 Harper Lane $1,675,000 Sat/Sun 1-4 Delores Gragg 989-6500 Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 837-4100 3684 Shenendoah Court $725,000 Rosanne Hoffman Your local move-up specialist Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 847-2200 925.890.4416 | [email protected] STEVE MOHSENI Dublin 4942 Monaco Drive $1,250,000 Realtor® Sat 1-4 Carolynn Machi 872-7761 HomesAboutTheBay.com Re/Max Accord 3 BEDROOMS 925-400-7533 4508 Mirano Court $889,000 4 BEDROOMS [email protected] www.BayAreaHomeFinder.com Fri 10-1/Sat/Sun 1-4 4825 Del Valle Parkway $979,000 Realtor® CA Lic #01960359 BRE#01267039 DeAnna Armario & LizVenema 260-2220/413-6544 Sat/Sun 1-4 Mark Kotch 989-1581 4 BEDROOMS 23 Grey Eagle Court $2,095,000 Sun 1-4 Blaise Lofland 846-6500 3971 Branding Iron Court $829,000 Sat 10-4/Sun 10-5 Keller Williams Tri-Valley 397-4200 San Ramon To advertise in the Tri-Valley Real Estate Livermore 6 BEDROOMS Directory call (925) 600-0840. Ask about online 3 BEDROOMS 527 Wycombe Court $2,868,000 Sun 1-4 Coldwell Banker 847-2200 1170 Sapphire Drive Call for price and email advertising. Sun 1-4 Moxley Team 600-0990 Find more open home listings at 4 BEDROOMS pleasantonweekly.com/real_estate 5877 Lobelia Way $785,000 Sat 1-4 BHG Tri-Valley Realty 463-9500

Pleasanton Weekly • February 27, 2015 • Page 21 JUST SOLD! COMING SOON!

1855 VANCOUVER WAY, LIVERMORE

Represented Buyer Sold before it hit the market! 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom single family 4237 GARIBALDI PLACE, PLEASANTON home. Incredible kitchen, beautiful wood floors, sparkling pool. Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom duet in desirable Kottinger Ranch $830,000 neighborhood. Close to downtown and shopping, easy freeway access, vaulted ceilings, private yard, stunning community pool, tennis courts and hiking trails. Sylvia Desin $699,000 Direct: 925.621.4070 Cell: 925.413.1912 [email protected]

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1615 Laguna Creek Lane 5257 Northway Road 5217 Ridgevale Road 2594 Sanderling Drive Pleasanton Pleasanton Pleasanton Pleasanton Gorgeous Pheasant Ridge single story Wonderful Pleasanton Valley Home Expanded Monterey in Pleasanton Gallery model in Birdland with home with separate full in-law unit. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Valley. 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, Sparkling Pool, 4 bedrooms, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3581 +/- sq. 1,814 +/- sq. ft. 2,799 +/- sq. ft. 3 bathrooms, 2110 +/- sq. ft. ft. on a 13,258 +/- sq. ft. lot CALL FOR DETAILS CALL FOR DETAILS OFFERED AT $975,000 CALL FOR DETAILS

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6010 ALISAL STREET P LEASANTON

Single story home offers 3,785 SF of living space on 3.5+ acres. 4155 CASTERSON COURT, PLEASANTON 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, formal dining room with the kitchen open- ing to the grand family room. Home offers panoramic views of the Pleasanton Valley and Calliope Golf Course. City sewer and water, solar, a private well, a detached RV garage with potential for an in- Explore Kottinger Ranch law unit and geo-thermal heating system are additional features of this home. Neighborhood OFFERED AT $2,990,000 The Kottinger Ranch neighborhood in Pleas- anton is located in the south east part of town. Situated among the hills, the Kottinger Ranch neighborhood offers great views of Pleasan- PENDING ton, walking distance to Vintage Hills Elemen- tary and Downtown. These homes range from 2,476sf. to nearly 5,000sf. with a few custom homes located throughout the courts… Explore Kottinger Ranch at MoxleyTeam.com 3468 PALERMO WAY D UBLIN Located in Sorrento Dublin Ranch. Arzano Grande model offers Coming Soon 2 BD, 2.5 BA with 1,630 sf. Open kitchen w/ large bar, granite coun- ters & stainless steel appliances. Open floor plan combines living 424 Amador Ct. Pleasanton – Upper $600 room, dining room & large terrace for great entertaining. Master suite offers 2 closets and a large terrace. 2-car attached garage. Com- 3BD, 2BA 1,212sf. on a 6,703sf. lot – Single Story in Downtown munity features include a clubhouse w/ pool, spa & fitness center. OFFERED AT $640,000 4265 Clarinbridge Cir. Dublin – Mid $400 2BD, 2BA 1,347sf. – Built in 2004, Luxury Condo

641 Del Sol Ave. Pleasanton – Upper $800 JUST LISTED 3BD, 2BA 1,609sf. on a 6,825sf. lot – Single Story in Downtown OPEN SUN 3/1 from1-4 1162 El Dorado Dr. Livermore – Upper $600 5BD, 2BA 1,763sf. on a 6,100sf. lot – Updated Top to Bottom

6323 Ventura Way Dublin – Upper $700 4BD, 2.5BA 2,142sf. Built in 2012 – Over $100k in Upgrades, Close to BART 1170 SAPPHIRE DRIVE L IVERMORE

830 Oak Manor Ct. Pleasanton – Low $2,000,000 Updated Top to Bottom! This 3BD, 2BA home offers 1,488 sf. on a 5BD/4.5BA, 5,098 SF. on 1 Acre – Extensive woodworking, pool & spa 9,130sf. lot. You will be impressed with this home. Wood floors throughout, updated kitchen with subway tile back splash, stainless steel appliances & opens to the private rear yard. The master bed- 788 Vineyard Ter. Pleasanton – Mid $2,000,000 room is spacious w/ generous closet space and an updated bath. Side Yard access for RV or Boat parking. Near award winning Schools. 6BD/7BA, 6,476 SF. on 1 Acre – Semi-custom w/guest house OFFERED AT $655,000

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5501 DEMARCUS BLVD. #272 – LISTED AT $529,500 8053 HORIZONS COURT – LISTED AT $2,079,000 303 NEAL STREET – SOLD FOR $1,925,000

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3881 FOOTHILL ROAD – SOLD FOR $1,725,000 570 SYCAMORE CREEK – SOLD FOR $1,625,000 770 SUMMIT CREEK – SOLD FOR $1,638,500 REPRESENTED BUYER

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