VOLUME XLIX, NUMBER 40 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012

Workers Lack Skills to Fill Many Jobs Three and a half million of Commerce luncheon at with industry and labor to someone with a four year en- requires them to be able to jobs created in California Wente Vineyards. Her back- provide courses that will fill gineering degree spent three work in all areas of energy went unfilled at a time when ground is in industry, where the training gap. of those years generalizing efficiency with customers the unemployment rate con- she led workforce develop- She noted that two-thirds and one year specializing. to implement a project. As tinues to be high. The reason ment. She is also a member of all jobs over the next However, the specialization a result of industry working jobs have remained unfilled of the National Advisory decade will require a post may no longer be relevant with education, the Cal State is a structural mismatch Committee on Apprentice- secondary education and to keep the person market- system created a four course Find Out What's between workers' skills and ship. constant upgrades in skills. able. certificate in integrated ener- jobs that are available. Ton-Quinliva stated that There needs to be a system Energy efficiency is an gy solutions. The certificate Happening Van Ton-Quinliva, Vice community colleges are a that provides retraining and area where 42 companies prepares pre-sales engi- Chancellor of Economic De- workforce training engine. up-training over and over. in California are looking neers. Another four course Check Out Section A velopment and Workforce She pointed out that close to In the past, graduates earned for workers, she continued. certificate in project man- Section A is filled with Preparation, stated, "The 80 percent of firefighters, po- Workers available don't meet agement trained post-sales information about arts, one degree with the idea that people, entertainment and skills of workers haven't lice officers and emergency they were trained forever. the needs of the companies engineers. special events. There are kept pace with jobs that are medical technicians now "That is no longer true." for pre-sales and post-sales Such programs are driven education stories, a variety created. As a result we are working received training She described a stackable engineers. Applicants are by employee discussions of features, and the arts and moving into a retraining at one of the 112 community credentials concept. There trained in a specific engi- with colleges to create a entertainment and bulletin economy." colleges in the state. She is a need to keep stacking neering area, such as solar ready-now worker pool, said board. She was speaking at the sees it as the role of educa- knowledge onto what is al- or demand reduction. The Ton-Quinliva. Livermore Valley Chamber tional institutions to work ready known. For example, evolution of the market (See JOBS, page 4)

Livermore to Locked-out Decide When to Workers to Hold Elections Livermore voters will be Return to asked whether they want to move the city council and Castlewood mayoral election to even The sixty-one Castle- numbered years. wood food service workers There are two options who have been locked out on the November 6, 2012 of their jobs by management ballot. Measure W would change the election year for more than two years will immediately, extending by be able to resume work on one year the terms of cur- Oct. 16. rent councilmbmers and the However, the workers mayor. will have no new contract. Measure X would hold They will be working under two more odd-year elec- the terms of the contract that tions. The incoming elected expired before they were officials’ terms would be locked out during nego- extended by one year. By tiatoins for a new one with moving Livermore’s elec- tions to even-numbered management. years, it’s estimated that the Unite Here union spokes- City will save over $250,000 person Sarah Norr called the per election cycle beginning return to work "a huge step next year. forward for the workers, but With the second option, it's not a complete victory - Measure X, the city would - yet. We are continuing the spend over $500,000 to boycott, and other actions cover the cost of two more until we can reach a fair odd-year elections. Photo - Doug Jorgensen contract and a settlement on Livermore is one of only Demonstrating a programmable thermostat are (from left) Laila Hassen, Diego Hernandez, and Areli three cities in Alameda the back wages." County holding local elec- A meeting is set for Oct. tions on odd years. Since 24 between management Livermore has the largest Green Engineering Academy students find energy savings and the union to talk about a number of registered voters, new contract, and also to try Livermore must pay most By Patricia Koning to more efficient light bulbs cool for them to see what vides financially constrained to resolve how much money Students in the Green and computers, installing engineers really do and get local school districts access of the costs charged by the in back wages must be paid Registrar of Voters to con- Engineering Academy at programmable thermostats, some recognition for helping to a centralized resource for Livermore High School eliminating unnecessary their school and the environ- energy efficiency expertise to the workers. duct an election. Castlewood general man- Livermore paid the Reg- (LHS) are looking for ways lighting, and running pumps ment. Plus, they’ve made and energy management to make their school even on the school pool only as connections with the engi- assistance. LEEP also part- ager Jerry Olson said, "In (See ELECTIONS, page 10) greener by reducing energy needed. For the students, neers at KW and other part- ners with green jobs educa- fairness to the workers, we usage. Over the summer, it was a chance to put into ners in this project, so they tion programs like the LHS are excited they are coming several students worked practice some of the engi- now have new resources and Green Engineering Acad- back. We realize some have with KW Engineering on a neering skills they have been mentors.” emy to provide hands-on other jobs. Those few look- facilities energy audit of the learning in the classroom. The audit is part of the field training and resume- ing for other jobs have been CAMPAIGN LHS campus and several “The students experi- Alameda County Office of building opportunities for thrown in the middle of this area schools. enced the non-geeky side Education (ACOE)’s Lead- students. 2012 NEWS The audit uncovered of engineering,” says LHS ership in Energy Efficiency After LEEP was estab- dispute." about $35,000 in poten- teacher Mike Waltz, who Program (LEEP), which is lished two years ago, the The work resumption S C H O O L B O A R D tial savings from simple leads the Green Engineering funded by PG&E’s Innova- ACOE reached out to all comes two months after a CANDIDATES FORUM changes, such as upgrading Academy. “I think it was tor Pilot Program. LEEP pro- (See GREEN, page 3) (See WORKERS, page 10) There are two open seats on the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School Board Buchanan, Phillips In Assembly Race of Trustees. They will be Two candidates for the in the 16th District, which JOAN BUCHANAN filled during the general states’s 16th Assembly Dis- stretches as far north as Prior to her election to the election on November 6, trict are running, Democrat Lafayette. State Assembly, Buchanan Joan Buchanan, the incum- The Independent dis- served on the San Ramon 2012. Four residents have bent, and Republican Al cussed issues facing Cal- Valley School Board for filed papers to run. Incum- Phillips. ifornia with each of the 18 years. She is a 30 year bents Belia Martinez and Buchanan was elected candidates. They include resident of Alamo. She holds Chuck Rogge have filed, as to the Assembly in 2008, the economy, education, a B.A. in Economics from well as David Jonas and Tom representing the 16th Dis- and pension reform among the University of California, trict. Following realign- others. Santa Barbara. McLaughlin. Each elected ment, she now represents The interviews are in Buchanan said that she Trustee will serve a full four- the 15th. Dublin, Livermore alphabetical order. believes she has been effec- year term. and Pleasanton are included (See ASSEMBLY, page 5) The District’s Parent Club Information Council (PCIC) will hold a Candidates Fo- DeSaulnier, Meuser Vie for Senate Seat rum on Tuesday, October The new 7th Senate Dis- looking for his second term. would make more adjust- 9, 2012 at 6:30 P.M. in the trict boundary will take ef- His Republican opponent is ments. Board Room, 685 E. Jack fect in the Legislature’s next Mark Meuser. They were also asked London Blvd., Livermore. session. It will be comprised The Independent inter- about how to deal with parks of eastern Contra Costa viewed both candidates, and open space, given the PCIC is a group of parent County, as it has been, and and asked them the same limited budget. The shift leaders representing each of will add eastern Alameda questions about the issues. from state prisons to county the District’s school sites. County. They were asked about their jails for some prisoners was The group acts as a parent The new district includes stands on Propositions 30 another topic. network to advocate for Livermore, which is cur- and 38, how state education The candidates gave in- rently in the 9th District, funding might be designed formation they would like and communicate between and Pleasanton, in the 10th for reliable funding in the voters to know about them, parents, schools, the Dis- District. future, and teacher tenure. and a listing of no more Photo - Doug Jorgensen trict, and the community Democrat Mark De-Saul- Another question focused than five endorsers. They Planes will be in the sky and on the ground during the regarding the education and nier is the Contra Costa in- on their opinions about were free to add informa- Livermore Airport Open House set for this Sat., Oct. 6. welfare of the children of cumbent whose district picks changes in the state budget up the Valley. DeSaulnier is this year, and whether they (See SENATE, page 2) For the story, see page 2. “our” community with its motto being “It Takes The Whole Village To Raise The PET OF THE WEEK Child.” Inside Meet Lucy- a stunning 5 year old female orange tabby. PCIC offers this oppor- Female orange tabbies are not a common breed! Lucy tunity to the community to SECTION A Editorial...... 4 is a sweet, shy cat who really does not shine in a shelter meet the four candidates and Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 setting and is dying for a forever home. Once she trusts a hear their answers regarding Bulletin Board...... 11 Roundup...... 3 person, that becomes her human. For more information, call 925-426-8656 or go online to www.valleyhumane.org their interests, experiences, Milestones ...... 12 Short Notes...... 9 and educational perspec- or www.facebook.com/ValleyHumaneSociety to see other MAIN SECTION Sports...... 6 adoptable dogs and cats. Valley Humane Society is located (See CAMPAIGN, page 10) Classifieds...... 10 Obituaries...... 9 at 3670 Nevada Street in Pleasanton. Photo by Jenny Xia

PAGE 2 - The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 SENATE (continued from page one) Livermore Airport Open tion about other topics, if defect we have,” said De- signed by Brown last Oc- “Some states have gone to they chose. Saulnier. tober. It allows businesses privatized prisons. I know House and Air Show Candidates appear in al- Performance-based bud- to organize as a flexible the prison union doesn’t like phabetical order. geting also would have pre- purpose corporation, which that. Some horror stories, out Ready for Take Off vented the squirreling-away integrates the for-profit phi- of a few prisons exist, where The 17th annual open for children include: face MARK DESAULNIER of $50 million in the state losophy of the traditional privatized prisons were a house and air show at the painting, card tricks, and a DeSaulnier served in parks and recreation agen- corporation along with a little corrupt. That would be Livermore Airport is set for magician. public office for 25 years as cy’s budget. “special purpose” mission putting it mildly.” Sat., Oct. 6. Flight schools will pro- a Concord planning commis- The Democratic majority which is similar to a chari- “I think everything needs Activities will take place vide information on learning sioner and mayor, a Contra has not been able to increase table purpose. to go on the table. There are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There to fly, obtaining a pilot cer- Costa supervisor, an Assem- revenue, said DeSaulnier. good points from unions, is no admission charge. tificate, and buying scenic bly member and senator. At Mt. Diablo State Park, wardens, prisons, activists flights around the Bay Area. “I owned a series of suc- the full-time staff had four MARK MEUSER and lobbyists. We need some The event is hosted by the cessful restaurants over 35 or five rangers, but now the Mark Meuser is a native people in legislature to stop City of Livermore, airport The Flying Electrons will years, and raised two sons. I staffing level is down to two Californian, small business siding with one side, and not staff and tenants. have a display of radio-con- love my job,” said DeSaulni- rangers on the whole moun- owner, and attorney. He lives willing to talk.” The open house is a free trolled aircraft. er. He said that his business tain on weekends. in Walnut Creek and owns a On redevelopment, be- event featuring aerobatic Aircraft to be displayed background is important in One way to restore posi- general civil practice. cause of abuses in a few cit- performances, exhibits, will include: World War II his job as a senator. tions is to imitate EBRPD Meuser has never held ies, and the need to balance food, a display of numerous P-51, AT-6/SNJ/Harvard, DeSaulnier supports and federal parks and not elective office. He was chief the state budget, the agencies aircraft, and entertainment T-28, homebuilts, aerobatic, Proposition 30, but not Prop. require that all rangers be of staff for Missouri State were taken away. The Legis- for all ages. The Livermore antique/classics, as well as 38. He said that as a member uniformed officers carrying Senator John Loudon. He lature found redevelopment Municipal Airport is located general aviation. CALSTAR of the Senate Budget Com- a gun, a policy that results in also worked for a nonprofit was “a great scape goat, but at 636 Terminal Circle, off will display a medivac heli- mittee for four years, he sees higher personnel cost. medical needs-share orga- it took away many options Airway Blvd. from I-580. copter; the Coast Guard will how Prop. 30 connects with The state is having to nization, which looked at from our cities.” Pilots with the Experi- display a Dolphin search and the rest of the budget. move thousands of inmates the legislative agendas in “We should go back and mental Aircraft Association rescue helicopter, and the “Prop. 30 is sensitive to county jails. Changing 50 states. look at a way to bring it back (EAA) will be on hand to CHP one of its law enforce- to everything we do to cut the Three Strikes law would Meuser opposes both for our cities.” provide a free introduction ment aircraft. other departments. Prop. help change how many have Prop. 30 and 38. “There About regional work- to aviation for youngsters. The Livermore-Pleasan- 38 is a good one. However, to be housed. Also, if Prop. were multiple budgets avail- force housing mandates, Youngsters may sign up for ton Fire Department will it has negative impacts on 30 passes, the transfer of able (for adoption) many of Meuser said, “I don’t think a “Young Eagles” flight at a bring its safety house. The the rest of the budget,” said prisoners to local jails will which did not cut education. the state should issue man- future date. Livermore Police Depart- DeSaulnier. be protected with revenue. There are 519 departments dates to cities, to build so ment will display the DARE Better long-term fund- Moving juveniles to local in California. (The Legisla- much affordable housing, or Aerobatic performances ing for schools could come institutions has proven to get ture’s vote) allowed schools so much of a certain type of will take to the sky from 11 car and mobile Community about if the state were to better results than leaving to take 75 percent of the cuts. housing.” a.m. to 12 noon and 2:30 Outreach Vehicle. have a constitutional con- them at state facilities, said Most others did not suffer “Our cities have done a p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Performers Parking is free. vention, which has been DeSaulnier, who is chair of cuts. It’s not necessary to good job planning. We have are Jacquie Warda, Rich Per- S m a l l g r o u p t o u r s the subject of bills he has the Senate’s Budget Com- tax people more when there cities like Danville, more kins, Vicky Benzing and Dr. (scouts, senior living facili- sponsored in the Senate. mittee’s Health and Human is another option.” affluent, now bringing in af- D’s Old-Time Aerobatics. ties, etc) are available. For “With a constitutional con- Services subcommittee. As for changing school fordable housing into them, The Rotary Club of additional information or vention, we could see how DeSaulnier said that he funding, Meuser believes creating a whole new set of Livermore will provide to schedule a group tour, to revamp revenue, and how disagreed with Brown over that California had one of the residents coming in. They food at nominal cost. KKIQ contact the Livermore Air- to make government more ending redevelopment agen- best school systems in the will have to travel a long will give away prizes and port 925.960.8220 or email; effective and efficient,” said cies. “I’d say tax increment United States, in the 1960s way to jobs.” broadcast live from 10 a.m. [email protected]. DeSaulnier. money (from redevelop- and ’70s. Meuser’s percep- “It’s up to a city council to to 12 noon. Other activities ca.us. DeSaulnier also referred ment agency taxation) is the tion is that schools are top- make determinations about to Proposition 31, which best way to help the whole heavy with administration. jobs and housing needs. would require a two-year region.” “How much are we wasting Meuser opposes Brown’s state budget. He said it is DeSaulnier said that he on administration, and pay- tunnels plan in the Delta. even more important than knows redevelopment’s ing back loans on construc- “It’s not the best thought- Prop. 30 to help with having value personally because he tion?” said Meuser. out plan.” better budgets in the future, was taking a big chance in “Teachers tell me that Still hanging over the said DeSaulnier. 1978 when he started his first Sacramento puts its nose state budget is pension li- DeSaulnier added that restaurant in Concord. The too deep into the classroom, ability, estimated at between he opposes Proposition 32. city’s redevelopment agency with top-down administra- $200 billion to $800 billion. The influence of money on invested there. It worked out tion,” said Meuser. “The Legislature can do a politics is a big problem. He very well. On teacher tenure, Meus- lot more on this issue. To supports public financing of DeSaulnier said he is er said that he could argue say the current reforms just elections, but Prop. 32, is working with Sen. Lois both ides of the question. He passed was a Band-Aid on “clever in helping corpora- Wolk, who is from Davis, leans closer to “non-tenure, gangrene would be an insult tions, which far outspend to bring in a new type of but it’s not an issue that’s to the Band-Aid. It was not the unions. It sounds like it is redevelopment that will help close to my heart. If that enough, and too late,” said stopping all special interest old businesses. His biggest issue came to me, I’d have Meuser. contributions, but it’s not.” interest in redevelopment long conversations with Brown’s 12-point plan on There is too much influ- is what it can do to create both sides,and with school pension reform would have ence by corporations, unions affordable housing. boards, trying to understand been a good step, but it was and ideological groups, but DeSaulnier said that the issue.” watered down, he said. in the case of unions, “it’s many cities don’t want the On the Legislature’s per- the last protection for work- regional housing mandates, formance on this year’s ing people,” said DeSaul- but a region must provide budget, Meuser said that not nier. housing for the work force. enough was accomplished In regard to teacher ten- There are all kinds of models to “trim some of the fat. ure, DeSaulnier said, “There around the world. He would In the summer, there were is a phenomenon of blaming like to see California do minor audits. They found teachers in general (for poor something different to meet $213 million in agencies. academic performance). The the need. The Legislature has not done vast majority do a good job DeSaulnier does not sup- enough to hold government in vastly difficult circum- port Gov.Brown’s Delta agencies accountable.” stances.” tunnels to deliver water Agencies spent money The process of remov- from the Delta. “It’s an un- on things just to spend it, so ing a teacher takes work, necessary, wasteful first step. they would not lose the fund- because there are safeguards We’ve already approved ing from their budgets. “Too against administrators who general obligation bonds much of our government had might not be fair. for the same amount. Jerry an automatic pay increase, “We cut $8 billion from Brown wants extra revenue without proving it’s neces- the state budget in the past bonds.” sary, and serving the needs four years. We tried to do it “We need to go back to of the people. We need to in a thoughtful way. I think the process and be more effi- start reanalyzing everything, Brown did a good job. He cient. and use more storage, to get the best results for our was candid with people, and not a conveyance around the bucks.” did a good job paying down Delta. If there is a threat to There is also a problem of the debt. I disagree with him wildlife, there are smarter too much government regu- about High Speed Rail,” said ways to protect it, especially lation. Big businesses may DeSaulnier. with the ag industry,” said be able to handle it, though DeSaulnier had a bill DeSaulnier. corporations do leave the calling for performance- The two-thirds majority state for other states. But based budgeting, but Brown for approving local bonds there is a big impact on vetoed it. “People around the should be lowered. “I be- small and medium busi- world use it, so they see the lieve in a democracy, with a nesses, too. value of the services they simple majority.” “We need to stop feel- receive,” said DeSaulnier. D e S a u l n i e r c a l l e d ing comfortable about the DeSaulnier said that one Brown’s pension reforms regulations in the state, example of performance- “a significant first step for and reevaluate them,” said based budgeting would be CalPers. It needs to be Meuser. to set performance standards looked at more.” On the topic of parks and in public safety, for example, On legislative gridlock, open space, Meuser said that how many people are arrest- DeSaulnier said that some he hasn’t studied it enough ed over and over. The state of his most successful bills to comment. However, “if would react with programs, have been supported by there were ways to stream- and change outcomes for Republicans. One example line decisions, we should the better. was a bill that carried unani- look at how parks are run in “We don’t do that in Cali- mously in the Senate to cre- other states.” fornia. We have few incen- ate a two-year budget. Shifting prisoners from tives in state government for Another bill with bipar- state to county is a problem that. It’s the most glaring tisan support was SB 201, that needs to be addressed. The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 - PAGE 3 Sherri Leal Receives Livermore Police on Twitter the second fiscal year (52 weeks), there The Livermore Police Department were nearly half a million total trips in the Pleasanton Mayor's Award Express Lane, with an average number of has created a Twitter account in order Sherri Leal was selected to communicate more effectively with trips per day at more than 2,050, and daily in Pleasanton. The goal is to pleted. Sports fields were revenue of over $4,400. by Pleasanton Mayor Jenni- feed starving children and built on the Bernal property, the citizens of Livermore. The Twitter fer Hosterman to receive this account, “@LivermorePolice”, is an ad- Tolls are priced on a supply and de- end world hunger.” Kottinger Creek, the Alviso mand principal. The average peak time year’s Mayor’s Award. Volunteers pack meals. Adobe and Veterans Memo- ditional social networking location where It is given out each year. citizens may keep up with community toll is under $3.00, the minimum toll is Hosterman pointed out that rial building were stored, 30 cents. To date the Express Lane has The announcement was one packet that cost 25 cents and the Firehouse Arts Cen- safety information, breaking news, and made last Friday during a general information concerning the police generated over $1.7 million. The money will feed six people. Since ter was constructed in the is used for corridor improvements along celebration held at Barone’s starting up in July 2010, downtown.” department and it’s involvement within Restaurant in downtown the community. with lane maintenance and operations. Fu- over one million meals have Hosterman was first elect- ture revenue will support transit service. Pleasanton. been packed and distrib- ed in 2002 to the city council Notifications and press releases made In addition to Leal, Pleas- available to the media involving events Environmental work has begun on a pro- uted through the efforts in and as mayor in 2004. posed Northbound I-680 Sunol Express anton city staff surprised Pleasanton. Food has gone Hosterman said, “You within the city will be “tweeted” on the the mayor with a plaque site. The “@LivermorePolice”, Twitter Lane Project, which could be funded from to Haiti, the Philippines and won’t see me at planning the 2012 Transportation Expenditure Plan, commemorating achieve- Somalia. Hosterman stated, commission or city council account has been activated in concert with ments while she was mayor. already existing social media sites Nixle known as Measure B1 on the November “Sherri also managed a pack- meetings. I’m not interested. 6, 2012 ballot. Hosterman is termed out of ing event at the Alameda One thing I won’t miss about and CrimeReports.com. All three can be office in November. accessed through the Livermore Police County Fairgrounds where this job is the council meet- Leal was chosen for her 130,000 meals were assem- ings. One thing I will miss Department website at www.cityofliver- Stockpile Safety work in helping to feed more.net/citygov/police/default.asp. Twenty years ago, on September 23, bled. Of those, 100,000 are is all of you. It’s been a 1992, the United States conducted its last children worldwide through being stored in Pleasanton in wonderful pleasure.” underground nuclear explosive test. Since the “Kids Against Hunger” case of a disaster.” Also during Friday night’s Express Lane Use Increases then, the United States has developed the program. Leal said, “I’m blown celebration, the mayor listed An ever increasing number of drivers capability to ensure the safety, security, Hosterman said in mak- away. It’s not me. If people the accomplishments of each are choosing to travel in the southbound and reliability of its stockpile through ing the announcement, want to pack, they have to of the committees and com- I-680 Sunol Express Lane, as the two-year the use of state-of-the-art technology and “Food shortages are ram- pay money to buy the food missions in the city. anniversary of the Express Lane opening research while maintaining a moratorium pant following a disaster. first. Anyone who has come Entertainment was pro- approaches. Since the southbound I-680 on nuclear explosive testing. Kids Against Hunger was and packed, this award is for vided by Creatures of Im- Sunol Express Lane opened on September Scientists and weapons experts at Los organized to help provide you. I just unlock the door pulse, a teen improv group. 20, 2010, nearly 800,000 solo drivers Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), needed food. Sherri was and show you what to do.” The group of Pleasanton have used the lane. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory selected to lead the program Kids Against Hunger car- teens recently represented “The number of daily trips on the (LLNL), Sandia National Laboratories ries out its mission through the state at the teen comedy Express Lane has exceeded our expecta- (SNL), and the Nevada National Security the distribution of fortified festival in Chicago. tions,” said Scott Haggerty, Sunol Smart Site (NNSS) have advanced the nation’s Job Skills Help soy/rice casserole-style meal The group will be per- Carpool Lane Joint Powers Authority and ability to understand the stockpile without Ongoing At Library specifically formulated to forming “Nightmare” A Alameda CTC Vice-Chair. “The success nuclear explosive testing through legacy Free counseling on job meet the nutritional needs Terrifyingly Fun Night of of this lane demonstrates that Alameda data, new data from non-nuclear experi- search skills and resume of starving children; by en- Improv on Thursday, Octo- County drivers are enthusiastic about ments, supercomputer simulations and writing are available at the gaging volunteers as young ber 25, Friday, October 26, innovative congestion management solu- modeling, laboratory testing, and data Pleasanton Public Library. as 10 years old to pack- and on Saturday, October 27 tions. I’m proud that the Alameda CTC analysis. The Pleasanton Public age the ingredients for the at 7:30 p.m. at the Firehouse continues to develop industry-leading Ongoing investments in one-of-a- Library offers free consul- meals; and by maintaining Arts Center, 4444 Railroad strategies to improve commuter travel kind facilities at each of the sites have tations with an experienced worldwide partnerships with Avenue. Tickets are $5 in times.” added to tools and techniques available Employment Recruiter. Sign humanitarian organizations. advance or $8 at the door The I-680 Express Lanes are operated to researchers. For example, the National up at the Reference Desk for For more information, go with a valid student I.D. by the Alameda County Transportation Ignition Facility at LLNL, Z Machine at a 20 minute consultation. to www.kidsagainsthunger and $10 in advance or $15 Commission (Alameda CTC) through the SNL, and the Dual-Axis Radiographic Receive help with re- pleasanton.org/ at the door for general ad- Sunol Smart Carpool Lane Joint Powers Hydrodynamic Test Facility at LANL sume writing, find employ- City Manager Nelson mission. For more informa- Authority. allow for the re-creation and study of ment web sites, learn how to Fialho surprised Hoster- tion, please call (925) 931- To date, the express lane use in 2012 specific phenomena that would be found search for a job on the web, man. He stated,”One of the 4828 or visit www.firehouse is more than 30 percent higher than the in a nuclear detonation. and get help with online ap- biggest things we can say is arts.org. use of the lane for the same period in In addition, because of the continual plications. that she left the community 2011. During the first fiscal year of opera- improvement of science and technology, The Pleasanton Library in a better place. Five major tion (41 weeks total), there were nearly the United States has been able to extend has extensive support ma- capital projects were com- 300,000 total trips in the Express Lane. the life of its weapons systems. Life Ex- terial available to assist job By the end of the first fiscal year, the tension Programs conducted by NNSA al- seekers. number of trips averaged nearly 1,600 per low for existing designs to be maintained For appointments call the day during commute hours (5am-11am), without the need for additional explosive Reference Desk at 925/931- with a daily revenue over $3,600. During testing or weapons development. 3400, ext. 7. This is an ongoing ser- vice. Library programs are free and open to everyone. GREEN (continued from page one) of the school districts in of a thorough energy audit. outside of their purview. So school sites will receive 50% the County. The Livermore “When we conduct a facil- this committee is looking at of the money saved from School District’s conser- ity audit, we make a lot of absolutely every way to re- reduced energy consump- vation committee seized estimates because we don’t duce consumption,” he says. tion compared with the same the opportunity and soon have time to get that spe- “The District spends nearly quarter a year earlier. Dar- reached out to Waltz. cific,” says Duane Kubischta two million dollars each year lington says that in the first “We are thrilled to be of KW Engineering. “The on gas and electric. Our goal quarter, from July through in this partnership with the students know their campus is to cut that in half in five September, energy costs are Alameda County Office of best.” years.” down by about $56,000. Education and PG&E,” says LHS student Natasha A classic example, adds “I’m looking forward to Livermore School Superin- Moore learned a lot do- Darlington, is an ice ma- seeing how our sites can tendent Kelly Bowers. “This ing the energy audit. “It chine in a custodial closet continue to reduce consump- project really ties into our was really interesting to tion,” he says. “The goal of goal of ensuring that our stu- see what was happening at at Granada High School. “This was an old-fashioned cutting our energy bill in half dents graduate with the skills the different school sites,” in five years is ambitious, to contribute and thrive in she says. “I was surprised ice machine that was rarely used. It was consuming 3.5 but it’s good to aim high.” a changing world. Energy to learn that people actually conservation is a big part of learn better in natural light gallons of water a minute that changing world.” and that just changing to a and 22 amps of electricity, While most of their different light bulb can save an annual cost of $11,000,” friends were sleeping late, so much energy and money. he says. the Green Engineering Acad- Simple things can cause big Other changes are oc- emy students were up bright problems.” cupancy sensors on vend- and early over the sum- The students will work ing machines, which turn mer to meet with the KW with KW Engineering on au- off cooling when they are engineers for training and dits of schools in several Bay not in use, and upgrading to visit school sites. They Area cities. Waltz says the lights in multipurpose rooms conducted audits of LHS, students also may conduct and gymnasiums district- Granada High School, Ama- audits at other Livermore wide. The cost to upgrade dor Valley High School, and schools. That supports the to energy efficient lights Alisal Elementary School in efforts of the conservation and appliances is mitigated Pleasanton. committee, led by consultant by rebates. Although some of the stu- David Darlington who ran This school year, the dents’ tasks seemed tedious Environmental Education — like counting light bulbs for Kids (EEK!) for many conservation committee and checking the clocks on years. began a competition among programmable thermostats “The primary business of school sites to reduce energy – they are key components schools is to educate. This is consumption. Each quarter, PAGE 4 - The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 JOBS (continued from page one) She said that funding is the potential to evolve ac- member Dale Kaye said tant to make sure that lower EDITORIALS is an issue in being able to quired skills to meet future that Innovation Tri-Valley income students have access provide the needed courses. needs. She used library sci- has attempted to create an to the program. "Budgets are chaotic. People ence as an example. Those aligned vision so the area There were other com- tend to back away from the with the skill can be re- can all speak as one. "We ments offered on what is 15th Congressional situation. That is the op- trained into data scientists. are in the beginning stages happening at the local lev- posite of what must happen. "It is an area where Silicon of the conversation." el. District: Pete Stark The voice of the economy Valley is hurting," she stated. Innovation Tri-Valley is Hertz Foundation chair- Two Democrats are seeking to represent the must weigh in on what is Companies are in need of working with area cities to man Jay Davis said that 15th Congressional District, which includes happening at community people who can handle large develop a cohesive science, education is not just about Livermore, Pleasanton and Dublin. Incumbent colleges and four year in- data bases. technology, engineering and science and math. A survey Pete Stark is challenged by two year Dublin City stitutions asking that they Capacity at colleges is match (STEM) program of industry found that what Councilmember Eric Swalwell. give priority to curriculum an issue. involving school districts is needed is a workforce important to the economy." Kevin Walthers, presi- and community colleges to with interpersonal and writ- There is very little difference in what they purport Ton-Quinlava pointed out dent of Las Positas College, develop a matrix of what ing skills. Industry can train to achieve if elected. Both support continuing health that a lot of programs valu- discussed capacity. There each group is pursuing. That people with those skills. care reform, building the economy, and retaining able to industry are high cost are over 15,000 students on would give the business John McPartland asked Social Security and Medicare. courses. Advanced manufac- a waiting list now. 323 sec- community a better under- that veterans not be forgot- Both candidates say that programs that help turing requires actual equip- tions have been eliminated. standing of the educational ten when it comes to jobs. families are important, such as unemployment ment for students to learn to "We don't have the money standards as well as open Ton-Quinliva said veter- benefits, food stamps and day care. They believe use it, making it more costly to pay faculty." Walthers the door for the business ans are on everyone's radar. to provide than English. The explained that increasing community to engage the "If left alone, vets don't real- that the government should invest in infrastructure schools are paid the same fees does not help the local education community on ize the transferability of their and research and development to spur economic for both. school. If the school were what the educated workforce skill sets. Military veterans growth. Colleges can help local reimbursed $85 per student of tomorrow will need to provide a pool from which Listening to the rhetoric, one might conclude economies, she continued. and fees were raised to $90, know to be successful. to train workers for civilian that the options come down to an experienced "It is important for an area the school still receives only Randy Tillery, Dean of jobs." curmudgeon or an opportunistic newcomer. to define how it wants to $85. "Every time you see Economic and Workforce Livermore Superinten- Experience does count. Voting records should grow its economy. Colleges fees going up that is a tax on Development for the Con- dent of Schools Kelly Bow- can map a program to help. students to pay for general tra Costa Community Col- ers said that Livermore has also be taken into consideration. The federal and state gov- government in the state." lege District, said that the been lucky in that the nation- Health care reform has been a major focus ernments are in a world of Ton Quinliva comment- government has awarded a al laboratories in Livermore of Stark’s career in Congress. He voted for the hurt. Action to obtain funds ed, "It's not a happy picture. $14.9 million training grant and Chevron have adopted Affordable Care Act and authored the COBRA for programs needs to be at The solution won't come to the East Bay region. The local schools. They have health continuation law. When it comes to the a regional level," continued from the state or federal “Design it – Build it – Ship offered training programs environment, Stark describes himself as “a Ton-Quinliva. She proposed government. Regions can't it” program also includes for teachers to provide them that local action braid re- leave education to chance. It Solano, Peralta, Chabot/Las with the skills to stay cur- guaranteed tree hugger.” He says he would like sources from public, private is important to start having Positas and Ohlone commu- rent with industry. Rather to remain in office to continue his work on health and philanthropic entities to conversations about where nity college districts. He is than training one child at a care reform. target priorities in a region to target investments." interested in learning about time, many more students Swalwell said he would have voted for the on emerging sectors. Chamber CEO and In- the needs of the Tri-Valley. can be reached by training Affordable Care Act. In response to questions, novation Tri-Valley board He added that it is impor- or retraining teachers." As a Dublin city councilmember, Swalwell Ton-Quinliva said that there has gained a reputation for supporting developers over residents. Even though many of his donations come developers, he says he is not influenced by Chamber Questions Mayor, Council Candidates campaign donations. However, his actions speak louder than his words. One example is Swalwell’s The Pleasanton Chamber ture. The mayor needs to be could work regionally? He Does she support the high vote to conduct a study to rezone the KB Home Business and Community hands on, calling businesses, replied. "I am confident I can density housing required as and Charter Properties Promenade shopping center Political Action Committee inviting them to town. It is continue to work on issues a result of the lawsuit? "I (BACPAC) recently hosted a corporate businesses who just as I have in the past." wish we had a choice. We into higher density homes despite the protests question and answer session pay the bills. DeMarcus was quiered have to comply." We need from hundreds of Dublin residents. While not for Pleasanton city council What about being backed on how she would deal with to look at how the city can voting for a proposal to build housing in Doolan and mayoral candidates. by unions and the impact cut through traffic. In her retain more control when it Canyon, Swalwell supported moving ahead with Rather than having each on decisions? Cook-Kal- proposal, would she con- comes to making decisions an enviornmental study. candidate answer the same lio said that in additoin to sider that some of those regarding housing. In our experience, we have found that Swalwell questions, BACPAC asked support from unions, she traveling through the city She was then asked,, ,"It makes statements, then when questioned later specific questions of in- has received support from would stop and become cus- took 5 years to approve the regarding their truth, denies that he has made dividual candidates. The the Chamber. "I have a bal- tomers? DeMarcus said that continuing life care facility them. candidates for mayor are anced nature of people who completing the Stoneridge on Staples Ranch, is that At age 80, Stark has been criticized for being too city councilmembers Cher- support me. All are part of Drive extension, extending slow enough?" "That is a yl Cook-Kallio and Jerry the community. I look at el Charro to Stanley Boule- complex issue," she stated. old to continue to serve. He stated, "The experience Thorne. Council candidates the facts and decide. It is vard and widening Highway "I give credit to the de- needed to serve isn’t acquired in a year or so. It are Karla Brown, Erlene important to have a mayor 84 would eliminate much veloper. He sat down with takes time to learn a job. “I haven’t found age to DeMarcus, Mike Harris and who has good relationships of the cut-through traffic. neighbors and came to an be a factor, other than I walk more slowly.” Jerry Pentin. with every group." She said that those driving agreement on impacts." She Swalwell will need to pick up votes from It was noted that both Thorne's first question through are in a hurry to urged the public to step up Republicans and Independents in order to defeat Cook-Kallio and Thorne related to city staff salaries, reach home and aren't likely and become involved on Stark. That makes one wonder what compromises would remain on the council which have risen. In addition to stop and spend money in issues. he might have to make when votes on various following the November pensions and benefits have Pleasanton. Pentin was queried about issues come up in Congress. election, one as mayor, the increased. Thorne said that The Chamber asked if bike and pedestrian access The 15th District deserves to be represented other a councilmember. A the city couldn't continue DeMarcus were receiving and potential safety issues. by someone who can be trusted on issues special election will be held spending as it has. He would support from unions. They In the 39 incidents involving to replace the one elected consider asking employees asked her if she was com- cars and bicycles, bicyclists that are important. Pete Stark has proven his mayor. to share more of the risk in- ing to the council with an were at fault 18 times. consistency. Questions asked of Harris volved in pension plans. agenda. "I have no agenda. Pentin said the first step is are omitted from the story He was also asked where I don't owe anyone anything. to change the culture. Both as he has dropped out of money would come to pay I have the ability to reach think the roads belong to BART Director, District 5: the race. for transportation improve- across the board. I would them. They have to learn to John McPartland Cook-Kallio was asked ments if Measure B1 were like to see the entire city share the road. Bike riders Incumbent John McPartland faces a challenge what she would do to reduce defeated. Thorne is opposed work together and not be should be educated to real- from John Maher. the city's unfunded liability to the measure. He stated divided by issues." ize they have to obey traffic for employment retirement that the projects are ex- Brown was asked to de- rules. The city's bike master Both were employed by BART at one time. benefits. tremely important. How- fine slow, smart growth. plan is working towards Maher worked as a mechanic. McPartland's areas She stated that the city is ever, without a sunset clause She replied, that the goal is changing the culture to make of expertise were disaster preparedness and public making payments both on he couldn't support it. He to bring housing on gradu- more bike and pedestrian safety. the interest and principal. then made a comment that ally to ensure the quality friendly trails. Sharrrows are McPartland currently serves as president of the Rechanneling money to pay improving Highway 84 has of schools. "Smart means one example. These arrows BART board. He was elected to his first term as a down the liability would be been on many list, but noth- that we do not sprawl and pointed on the road indicate board member four years ago. one option. She pointed out ing happens. "What happens housing is built near transit to motorists that bicyclists Since then he has advocated for a BART to that plans are to pay off the to 84 with this measure, will areas." will be using the lanes. Livermore extension, and responded to the desire golf course debt. The debt it continue to be discussed What about property Pentin was asked about of residents to keep the extension on I-580. service amount could be and unfunded." rights and the impact of his vision for east Pleasan- paid towards reducing the Currently, fees don't cov- Measure PP on those rights? ton. He stated that there is a McPartland lobbied extensively to make liability. er the cost of planning. What (Measure PP is the ridgeline task force in place charged sure money was included in Measure B1 for the Pleasanton is trailing in steps would Thorne take to protection initiative passed with coming back with a extension. attracting businesses, what remove the deficit. "Staff is by voters.) Brown said it recommendation. It is the He has proven to be a hard worker who cares can be done about it? Cook- working on correcting fees. is only meant to protect a final frontier for Pleasanton. about what his constituents want. Kallio said that a certified However, we can't have the small number of properties. There is an opportunity to It is important to keep the momentum going to housing element would al- city fees become a deterrent. She would invite the owners create affordable housing bring BART to Livermore by returning McPartland low for the city to apply for We have to be careful about to come back with better for the work force. There are to the BART board. grants to help look at the cost recovering. I'm open to plans. "Voters have shown 1000 acres. However, not all Hacienda Business Park any ideas." they want the ridgelines are buildable. plan, to revise it for the fu- Thorne was asked if he protected."

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Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. heart and the comedy will kept up a steady stream of ago. Irate over an issue of The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 - PAGE 5 ASSEMBLY truly were a deficit and all subject of project labor strikes is a good concept, (continued from page one) other efforts had been ex- agreements. He declared, with flaws that need to be hausted to reduce the deficit, “Politicians should stay out repaired.” tive in serving the district. our share. We do have to do employees Buchanan stated. he would go to the taxpay- of them. Each agreement Rehabilitation programs “I have solved problems for more to provide certainty They will have lower ben- ers to ask them to help the should be project specific. I are a good way to keep people. That includes saving and streamline the process efits, contribute more and state out. don’t want a broadbrush so- people from going back to homes, helping to find jobs, for those who want to locate work longer. “However, they Spending money should lution for every situation.” prison, thereby reducing the and processing business here. People don’t want to can’t be expected to make up be based on a set of pri- (Project labor agreements population. “I am a strong licenses. I’ve worked with tie up their money for years, the entire unfunded amount. orities. Phillips suggests usually require contractors believer in a support group local governments on issues while awaiting approval.” The state cannot reduce the social services, education, to grant union officials mo- with the ability to help those such as redevelopment.” She added that not all of benefits to be paid to those police and fire, and roads as nopoly bargaining privileges who need it. We need to do In 2012, Buchanan led the problems are at the state already in the system. The priorities. “We do need to over all workers.) more to help young people, the Assembly’s review of level; some are local. courts have ruled that if we pay taxes to support those He believes in protecting rather than setting them up the Governor’s Reorga- The tax system needs make a promise, we’ve got services.” open space. However, he for failure. Prison is a re- nization Plan. The plan’s to be revised. The current to keep it. We’ve gone as far Phillips believes that ef- also believes in protecting volving door.” goal is to make government system was designed in the as the courts will allow.” fective government works property rights. If a parcel Phillips likes the two- more effective, efficient and 1930s. It doesn’t work, said She supports Governor best at the local level. He were zoned for a use, that thirds requirement to pass transparent. She worked on Buchanan. For example, the Brown’s Proposition 30 on objects to the “one size fits should be the use allowed. a budget or add taxes. “The AB900, an act that required state hasn’t learned how to the November ballot. If ap- all” solutions handed down He doesn’t like prohibiting republic was set up to protect the Governor to establish deal with an international proved, it would increase the by the state and federal gov- a landowner from being able the minority,” he said. “If procedures for applying for economy. An example is the sales tax by a quarter of a ernments. to utlitize his or her property. you give one group the abil- streamlined environmental Internet, where on-line sales cent. Those who make more When it comes to the For instance, land can be ity to make all the decisions, review for certain projects. do not charge the state sales than a half million dollars economy, Phillips states that limited to a set number of the system of checks and She explained that they tax. That has been somewhat will pay an extra 1 percent businesses aren’t building houses allowed per acre. balances is removed.” would be projects built to resolved with Amazon’s in taxes. She believes the in California the way they The owner wants to build a He believes he can work the highest environmental decision to charge the tax, proposal is fair, because used to build. They are going house for a child, but can’t. across the aisle. He joked, standards. she noted. everyone has to pay in some overseas or going to other He would like to see such “My biggest problem is As chairman of the edu- Buchanan said that the way. states. He stated that it is too issues settled on a case-by- working on his side of the cation committee, Buchanan New York Times wrote Buchanan also supports expensive to conduct a busi- case basis. aisle.” He referred to the fact said, she sees a range of about Apple and the fact Brown’s realignment of the ness in California. Phillips State infrastructure needs that he supports many issues issues the committee will that it does not pay taxes. prison system that sent many would like to see the state to be maintained. Not enough supported by Democrats. be dealing with in the com- A one-room office located inmates back to the com- provide incentives to entice is available to do so. “The ing session. Among them out of state was established munities in which they were businesses to return. Those gas tax has been pillaged by is evaluating the education to avoid paying state taxes. sentenced. Buchanan said include tax credits, stream- the general fund.” code. She would like to see the that it cost half as much to lining the permitting process Phillips likes the concept $3.6 Million She has voted against corporate tax rate lowered house prisoners at the local and relaxing regulations. of high speed rail, just not cutting funds for education, and flattened, so that every- level and they do a better job He is a member of the where it is being built, the Allocated for believing that an educated one pays a fair share. at rehabilitation. Bay Area Air Quality Man- timing of construction and public is required in order to She added another issue Buchanan supports the agement District I. As such, the cost. He would like to I-580 Lane rebuild the economy. is tax subsidies that were set high speed rail, believing he says that he understands see the high speed rail con- The Alameda County She pointed out that in up to help a cottage indus- that as the state grows, the the importance of balancing nect destinations such as Los Transportation Commission 2007, the budget for educa- try grow. Those tax breaks rail system will help to avoid environmental needs with Angeles and Sacramento, (ACTC) has approved al- tion was between $130-$135 stay forever. That needs to future gridlock. However, realistic regulations that not built near Bakersfield. locations in support of two billion. Today, the funding is change. she thinks the route selected won’t be punitive against “The money targeted for Valley projects. at $85 billion. Since 1970 the California is the only is not the correct one. She responsible businesses. the high speed rail should The board voted unani- population has grown from state that does not charge would like to see the rail fol- Corporations should pay instead be applied to areas mously at its meeting Sept. 18 million to 38 million. The an oil extraction fee. States low I-5, with feeder systems, their fair share. “Corpo- where there is a need now. 27 in Oakland to spend $3.6 state has added only one UC such as Alaska and Texas do. such as BART, providing rations have a free pass, Cities are going bankrupt,” million to build the final campus. “I think we have Buchanan said she doesn’t connections from areas not while people are struggling. he stated. segment of an eastbound to face reality. This is the think it would be politically situated along I-5. I would like to see a flat tax He is opposed to building auxiliary lane on I-580. new normal. People have to possible to impose the fee in The battle over water is on businesses.” two tunnels under the Delta The segment will run decide what level of services California. likely to continue. Buchanan He also is upset by the to transport water. At a cost from Isabel Avenue to North they want and what they are She added, “We can’t tax doesn’t believe that building inequality of funding for of $13.2 billion, the project Livermore Avenue, and willing to pay for. Services our way out of every prob- pipelines under the Delta schools. He would like funds is too expensive. He would from there to First Street in aren’t free.” lem. Nor will cutting taxes and shipping the water south to be more fairly distrib- prefer taking a look at build- Livermore. Buchanan called the Bay solve every problem. If we solves the water problem. uted. He views education as ing desalination plants. The ACTC spokesperson Tess Area a unique innovation don’t manage our money She sees the issue as one of important to the future eco- state would not be dependent Lengyel said that this fi- bubble that includes UC, the well, we won’t be able to storage. Las Vaqueros has nomic success of the state. on rain or snow and would nal piece will complete the national labs and Stanford. fund programs that people done a great job. There needs At the same time, not be able to save the Delta, project, which runs form “I have talked to companies. value.” to be regional solutions such everyone is designed to go he said. Hacienda Drive to Green- They say they are here for “The recession is pro- as that. “If we damage the to school, Phillips stated. He “I would like to look for ville Road. Completion is one reason, the intellectual foundly different than what Delta, it may never be re- credits the union education new solutions to problems. expected in 2015. talent. What happens if we we have seen in the past. stored,” she stated. program and support with We shouldn’t always as- The money for the aux- continue to disinvest in uni- There was the near collapse helping him to achieve his sume that we have to build iliary lane comes from Re- versities. We have to ask of world financial markets, AL PHILLIPS success. something bigger to meet a gional Measure 2, which how much we value educa- the housing market bubble Republican Al Phillips is Pension reform is mov- need.” added a tax to bridge tolls. tion and if we are willing to burst, and interest rates are running for his first elected ing in the right direction. Phillips does not like The other funding ap- fund it to provide every child so low there is not much office. He is a Livermore Phillips, declared, “It’s time prison realignment. “The proved was $3.5 million opportunities to succeed,” maneuvering room. Older resident who works in con- to ring in the spending. burden of housing prisoners for two projects for the Al- she commented. workers have been laid off. struction with an expertise However, promises made should not have gone back tamont Commuter Express There is a need to close Some may never enter the in building pharmaceutical to retirees and those about to the local communities.” (ACE). the achievement gap among job market. While the coun- labs. Phillips is a member of to retiree should be kept.” He would take a look at The money, which is students. “It’s not just the try is manufacturing more Trade Union 9144 Drywall He said taxpayers were the sentencing guidelines to from voter-approved Mea- moral thing to do, but from goods, workers are more Lathers. group not represented at the reduce prison population. He sure B in 2000, will go to- an economic point of view, productive resulting in the While registered as a talks about pension reform; explained, “There is a knee- ward a locomotive overhaul we have to be able to provide need for fewer workers.” Republican, Phillips said he they should be. jerk reaction to sentencing project and a maintenance an education where gradu- She again brought up edu- agrees with both sides on Phillips brought up the under three strikes. Three layover facility. ates fit into the 21st century cation, the need to retrain different issues. He states,” workforce.” She suggested workers to be able to find The system is not set up for that schools should be re- a job in the 21st century the common guy to be able to warded that are doing a economy. represent a community.” He great job. She used as an Community colleges said that he decided to run example the dual immersion were seen as an option, said because he wants someone program at Junction K-8 in Buchanan. Their mission representing the district who Livermore. “The test scores was threefold: to provide would tell voters where the have continued to go up as two years of education to- state’s money is and how it is a result of the program. We wards transfer to a four spent. He wants an accurate need to take programs that year institution, to provide explanation of the condition are working and duplicate continuing education and of state finances. He pointed them elsewhere,” said Bu- retraining, and to offer com- to the $54 million found in chanan. munity enrichment classes. the parks department fund There have been those “We have cut and cut forcing as an example of what he is who complain that Califor- us to relook at the mission.” talking about. nia policies drive businesses It has been narrowed to Phillips said he would out of the state. Buchanan almost eliminate continuing propose conducting an in- responded by noting that the education and enrichment dependent audit of all de- state will always lose some classes. partments to determine how businesses. “However, we Pension reform has short the state is when it are bringing in more than solved the problem for new comes to money. If there PAGE 6 - The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012

Pictured are Pleasanton U9 Rage Orange team members Pleasanton Youth Basketball registration is underway and coach Dave Shaw. for boys and girls in grades 1-12. The West Coast Fury U10 girls added another championship cup to the West Coast Soccer Club trophy case. The girls Basketball Signups Underway battled top ranked premier teams from Northern California to Registration is current- middle school gyms. Each claim the cup at the 2012 Ajax Fall Invitational tournament. ly underway for the city’s team has one game and The girls claimed the championship with an amazing shutout largest youth basketball one scheduled practice per record for the tournament allowing no goals against. Pictured program, Pleasanton Youth week. Game play for boys are head Coach Sara Girotto, Asst. Coach LeeAnn Alfonzo and Basketball (PYB), oper- in grades 1-4 will begin dur- Fury players: Gracie Alfonzo, Madeline Allum, Haiden Arruda, ated through the Community ing the week of December 8, Kalena Brongiel, Jamie Conklin, Alina Garcia, Alyssa Garza, Services Department of the and ends on February 23, to Laura Gonzalez, Kourtney Kessler, Allison Rickman, Trinity City of Pleasanton. PYB is avoid an overlap with base- Sandridge, and Kate Zeck. a recreation-based sports ball season in the spring. The league for boys and girls in remaining teams, both boys grades 1-12 in which teams and girls, will commence the are organized by gender and season during the week of Livermore Fusion U16 Black played in the Hanna Welker grade level. All teams are January 12, 2013. guaranteed eight (8) games Memorial Tournament 2012 at the Morgan Hill Sports To register, please visit Complex. The team finished first place in the 3 games of play through the season, www.pleasantonfun.com. which runs from December Registration continues preceding playoff games with 2 wins and a tie, 1-0, 1-1, and to March, depending on the through October 3. For more 2-1. The team won the Championship playoff game with a 3-1 grade of the player. information, please contact score. Pictured are (from left to right, back row) Coach Frank Games are held on Satur- Nilo Velazquez at (925) Vitale, Blake Richards, Austin Harrison, Llewelyn Slone, JT days at all three Pleasanton 931-3439. Brisco, Danny Santacruz, Dylan Edwards, Dominic Carlson, Connor Salazar, Team Manager Mike Carlson; (front row) Front Row: Logan Gruidl, Justin Walker, Austin Roeder, Tylor Silva, Sal Alatorre, James Horgan; and (on the ground)

The Amador Valley High School Tennis Team is shown accepting their medals at the James Logan Tennis Tournament, after capturing first place at the tournament. This is the first time Amador has won the tournament. They beat cross-town rival Foothill on their way to the title. Pictured are (back from left) Mariana Meirelles, Cassie Balducci, Claire Williams, Jonelle Balducci, Sanjana Seth, Emily Hovanessian; Stacy Ahn; (middle) Haley Howard, Vera Smekalina, Brookey Villanueva, Niki Mohebi, Rachel Yang, Meghana Manne; (front) Janavi Kumar, Chris Anne Olenic, Varsity Coach, and Claire Chinn, Varsity Coach.

Livermore Fusion U9 Boys SC 03B Black Hurricanes continued their undefeated season with a great showing at the Castro Valley Footie Fest. At the end of the four game tournament, they gave up only one goal and Fusion U11G Gold team celebrates their 6-0 win over placed third overall in the point-based tournament. the Alpine Strikers FC at this weekend’s Dublin Fall Pictured are Assistant Coach Adam Yassin and head Classic tournament. Pictured are *from left, back row) Coach Tony Campbell; (back row) Michael Johansson, Lilly Ackerman, Isabella La Rosa, Lexi Borgna, Kayla Jackson Snodgrass, Kieran Campbell, Andrew Bates, Lewis, Gracie Dupuis, Coach Paul Nicholson, Claire Nadeem Yassin, Eduardo Angeles; (front row) Nicholas March; (front row) Justynne Thomas, Mia Mendoza, Carrano, Dale Spence, Gavin Rose, Luca Montalvo, Drew Pagtakhan, Danielle Groth, Sydney Keshmiry, Andrew McAlinden and Ryan Hansen. and Sierra Street. Pictured is Eddie Topete passing the ball to Zachary Rittmann as the West Coast Wolves took on Heritage Soccer Club Havod. not getting the 2 point conversion. It Livermore Jr. Football was a total team defensive effort by Highlights from the Livermore the Ravens who finally shut down Junior Football league games played the Jets scorer. on September 29, 2012 Junior Division: Vikings 14, Tex- Senior Division: Packers 28, Gi- ans 6: This week, despite a hard fought ants 6: In a rematch of their opening effort, the Texans came up a little short. day game, the Packers beat the Giants They started the game with a fumble 28-6. An improved Giants team kept recovery after the Vikings dropped this one close and had an opportunity the kick off. The offense took the field to cut the Packer lead to just one score ready to capitalize from the great play after Lucas Montenegro intercepted a by special teams. Miles Rasmussen pass giving the Giants a chance deep powered through the defense to take into the second half. The Giants were the Texans into Vikings territory, as- intercepted on the next play leading sisted by the hard-hitting Zack Gooby. to a final Packer touchdown to ice The guys were denied a touchdown on the drive, but defense was pumped the victory. and ready to stop the Vikings. Grant Wesley Katz returned from injury Gomes was on fire with some huge and contributed on both sides of the tackles and kept the Vikings scoreless ball leading the team with 8 tackles, in the first quarter. taking a few snaps at quarterback as The Texan’s teamwork was on dis- well as being on the receiving end play in the second quarter. Rasmussen of a beautiful deep pass from Daniel showed his running abilities, this time Crisp that resulted in a 52 yard gain. behind the mighty blocking of Joseph The Giants offense was able to move Bartoni. The offense finished off the the ball better with a solid line push drive on the legs of Dylan Silva with Pictured is the Pleasanton Ballistic United Soccer Club leading to several sustained drives. their only touchdown of the game. (BUSC) U19 team, which won the Fall Harvest Classic Opening the holes up front and Gooby pulled off a nice spin move into providing good pass protection were the end zone for the extra point. The 2-0 over the Walnut Creek Chelsea. Trent McIntosh, Ryan Wright, Logan Vikings answered back though and the Koch, Ryan Galleta and Ruzzel Yee. first half ended 7-6 Texans. Benny Sanchez led the receivers with Texans came back from the half Leone, gutting it out on an injured leg, put a laser into the right upper V for Pictured Wicked's defensive player, Kate Chase (9) 2 catches for 20 yards. ready to battle. Rasmussen and Silva made a huge tackle at midfield late in the 2-0 halftime lead. The Select then challenges an Oakland Select player for the ball. Defensively, the Giants showed kept the offense alive. The defense the game to stunt a MVLA attempt at turned to their battle-hardened defense improvement eliminating the big plays continued to work hard and hit harder. the tying goal. to make it stand up. Wings Josh Regal, that made their first game against the Matthew Polaski, Grant Gomes, Justin Game three was for the flight vs Alex Codik, Christian Nahaolelua and time is right. undefeated. The boys started off strong Packers a one-sided affair. Along with Torres, and Romon Saleh showed the San Carlos Flames. It was a barn Arthur Kuo made life difficult for any BUSC U11 Elite 2 defeated and continued to play a highly offen- Katz, Garrett West had 6 tackles, a incredible tenacity trying to keep the burner. Both teams ramped up their Chelsea attack while keeping pressure Mission Valley United Black, 4 to 2. sive game with goals by Eddie Topete, sack and batted down a pass. Ruzzel Vikings out of the end zone. Bartoni attack and intensity for the full 60 in the attacking third. Antonio Chavez showed great hustle Nate Miskella, Zachary Rittmann, Yee contributed 4 tackles and a sack and Jason Sanders had some very minutes. The best Select attempt was BUSC U11 Elite 2 defeated the and played very well, scoring two goals Ricardino Alvarez and Jordan Moore. while Josh Harlan added a couple more clutch tackles which helped set up early in the second half when Chris Napa SC 1OBOS 2 to 1. Addison Orr in extra time. Michael O’ Brien also Beautiful passing and aggressive play tackles and a big sack as the Giants for a huge Vikings QB sack by Justin played well, scoring a goal. also led to assists by Matteo Crivello Torres. Despite the Texans best efforts, Ford led Jack Simmons to goal in close, scored 2 goals with an amazing assist struggled to get back in the game in but Simmons was stoned by a terrific from Henrick Pettersson. Pettersson and Ricardino. Bradley Rittmann, the second half. On the defensive line, the Vikings were unstoppable in the Douglas Wynne, Jackson Brown, and second half. defensive play from point blank. Man also anchored the defense. Christian Lopez had a solid game and of the match was GK Bailey Roberts, BUSC U11 Elite 2 defeated Mis- West Coast Soccer James Renouf used speed and strength contributed several more tackles. The The West Coast U11 Wolves to turn defensive plays into offensive Giants now fall to 0-4 and meet the who made 5 acrobatic saves of his sion Valley United 01 Black, 4 to 0. own. None were bigger than the last Everyone played very well. Shanth played a fast paced, highly offensive advantage. Cesar Cardoza and Logan Saints next week. Pleasanton Ballistic Hartrum showed us how to play tough Intermediate Division: Ravens The Pleasanton Ballistic United 5 minutes, when the Flames pushed Gopalswamy played solid defense game on Saturday to beat Heritage 28, Jets 24: In a battle of the two Soccer Club (BUSC) U19 Select held for the winner. Roberts rejected one with good clearances. Derek Fietz Soccer Club Havoc 7-2 to remain in defense and Zach Hollingshaus undefeated teams in the Intermediate serve at home by winning the Fall from in close with the striker dead on, also played very well as a defender division, the Ravens prevailed in a Harvest Classic 2-0 over the Walnut and had another header in close that he with good crosses. He is always in the thriller over the Jets 28-24. Both teams Creek Chelsea. punched over the crossbar. right spot for chances at goal. started out strong each scoring touch- Game one found the Select down The Select took on Walnut Creek BUSC U11 Elite shutout Lam- downs in their first possessions. The in the 7th minute against Dublin on a in the final and never looked back. In orinda United Soccer 3 to 0. Joseph Ravens scored with a 7 yard TD run corner kick. The defense, led by Dustin the 4th minute, off a throw-in, Foote Lemus played well on defense, seeing by Malini Tia. The offensive line for dropped the ball back to LaPorte, who the field well and passing behind the the Ravens made up of Ethan Dreger, Lacy and Grant Petrie, and joined by Andrew Natsch, Kevin Faggiano, and found pay dirt for the 1-0 lead. A foul defense. On offense, Djahi Walker Kendall Hornbeck, Edimar Milan, late in the half found the Select lining made good runs and took some great Jordan Redditt, and Zac MacDonald Alex Williams, shut the door for the rest (who also had 7 tackles on defense) of the tournament, allowing no further one up from about 25 yards. Simmons shots. He knows where to be when the did a phenomenal job blocking in goals. Drake Foote led the way with the game. With the game tied at 6-6, 2 goals and Wes Rager added one for Zack Macintire intercepted a Jets a 3-1 victory. pass and ran for an electrifying 50 Game two was a hard fought re- yard touchdown. Tommy Reeves ran match against the MVLA Firestorm, for the 2 point conversion. The Jets who had taken the Select in a prior scored again on a long run by David tournament. This time, the Select stood Summers, who scored all of the Jets tall and made a Collin LaPorte penalty touchdowns in the game. The Jets led kick stand up for the 1-0 final. Garrett 18-14 at halftime. The Ravens scored another touchdown thanks to a 43 yard touchdown reception from QB Kaine Montez to Malini Tia. Reeves added the 2 points. The Jets still led at 24-22 in this nail biter. The defense really turned it on for the Ravens with every player on the Ravens defense recording tackles. Michael Trafton led with 9 tackles and stopped two 2 point conversions. Seth Davis had 7 tackles and also stopped a 2 point conversion. The Ravens got the ball back down 4 points with 5 minutes to go. Tia and Reeves gained many yards on runs for first downs for the Ravens. Macintire caught a 22 yard pass from Montez to get close to the goal line. Tia ran it in for a 5 yard touchdown. Tia had a total of 98 rushing yards, and 63 yards receiving. Montez passed for 85 yards. The Ravens led 28-24 after The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 - PAGE 7

Over the weekend, Ballistic United U16 Premier played two hard fought battles, winning 1-0 against Orchard Valley (Morgan Hill) but unfortunately losing 2-1 in a close game against Willow Soccer Club Lobitos (San Jose). Ballistic gave a great team effort and had many shots in both games but unfortunately only twice found the net. Stephen Dougherty carried the team and scored the lone goals in both games with sizzling shots on set plays. In the photo, Tomas Rozsa is Photo - Doug Jorgensen congratulating Stephen Dougherty after Stephen’s blistering goal in Sunday’s game against Willow S.C. Lobitos. BUSC Amador Valley High School men’s junior varsity water players from left to right: Ben Smedley (face isn’t shown), Blaz polo team slipped past Granada High 11-10 in last Perko, Mason Picone, Tomas Rozsa, Stephen Dougherty and week’s action. Brad Pilkington.

played strong in goal and consistently worked hard in defense. Tyler, Fran with the game’s first 3 goals. The rest strength of Emily M’s and Emily S’s cleared the ball down the field into the and Kylie worked on clearing the ball of the Rage Orange team joined in on play. Early in the second half each team Wolves’ offensive zone. and passing up the field to help the the scoring with Ashley Belshe, Olivia added a point. In the last few minutes, West Coast U14 Wonder beat attack. Lindsey and Kayley focused Soble, Caitlin Currie, Isabella Guer- the resurgent Bullets scored two more Napa Valley SC Impact on Saturday 2 - on tracking back. Kelsi’s speed on rero, Avery Clark, Maggie Nostrand goals to tie the game. Top Offensive 1. It was a back a forth battle with Napa wing provided good service for the and Sophie Minnite all finding the Players: Christina C., Madeline B., scoring the first goal in the first half. strikers. Brianne helped throughout back of the net. Goalies Olivia Martin, Kaitlin S.– Blasters; Top Defensive After some key tactical adjustments the game and while she did not make many saves, she provided beautifully Belshe and Currie kept the Ajax United Players: Isabella H., Robin H., Emily by coach Troy Dayak the Wonder White from scoring. Leila Lyions and M.- Blasters; came storming back in the second half executed goal kicks and clearances up field. Wrath mounted attack after attack Hayden Jolley displayed impressive with an early goal by McKenna Buti defense and passing to trigger the Rage Photo - Doug Jorgensen assisted by Selina Cardoza on a great and were rewarded by a second goal by Kate. Abby A and Leila assisted in Orange attack. Livermore Fusion corner kick. McKenna also scored the In the afternoon, the Rage Orange Foothill High School women’s volleyball team defeated winning goal. Team Wonder had great the goal. Kate, Kelsi, Kalea and Kylie The Livermore Fusion Tigers play from game MVP Estephanie Cano all battled to service the forwards and beat the California Odyssey Storm 7-0. (U10 Select Girls) participated in the Livermore 25-20, 25-15, 25-9 in EBAL varsity action. In and strong defensive play by Madison also had shots on goal. Belshe got the Rage Orange going in Medina Fall Classic this past weekend the photo, Foothill’s Katie Berrigan (3) sends the ball Gannon, Marissa Pletschette, Kayla The West Coast Wicked (U15 the 1st half with 2 goals with the 2nd finishing in 4th place. On Saturday Brisco and Jessica Mahabali. Girls) put together their best perfor- goal off of a direct kick from 20 yards the Tigers opened up the tournament over the net where Livermore’s Danielle Carter (1) is Wonder put another tally in their mance of the season with a command- out. Benson and Currie also contrib- against the Sunnyvale Comets. In win column yesterday by defeating ing 5-0 victory over the Oakland Select uted with a goal each in the 1st half. In a close match Sunnyvale won 2-1. waiting to block it, while Tiffanie Munoz (2) looks on. Elk Grove 3-1. In the first half, Lesly Soccer Club. From the outset, the the 2nd half, Belshe came back with 2 The Tigers lone goal was scored by Jimenez took advantage of a loose Wicked controlled play and pressed the attack against the visitors from more goals and Minnite scored her 2nd Nina Fillari and assisted by Kaylie ball at the edge of the 18 and fired it of the day to cap the Rage Orange sco Cummins. The Tigers second game right past the keeper for the first goal. Oakland. Misha Brewster broke the ice peared very well coached with at least played aggressive defense. settling a long pass at her feet before ring. Goalies Leila Lyions and Maggie was a tough loss to the Mt. Hamilton 3 if not 4 coaches on hand to guide In the second half Wonder continued Nostrand stopped everything sent their Spartans. The Spartans jumped out to U-6 Girls: Rainbow Ponies vs. with maximum effort and concentra- steering the ball past the Oakland their team, relative to Super Strikers Rocket Rainbows: The teams took goalie and into the net for the first goal way to shutout the Storm. a commanding lead early and it was United single Coach. Highlights from tion which led to a beautiful cross by The Pleasanton Rage U9 Orange a deficit that the Tigers struggled to the field Saturday for an impressive Madison Gannon that was finished by of the day. Molly Scheid was the next the first half included a number of goal to score taking a pass from Brewster team got the second day of the Ajax come back from. The Spartans won the match. Rainbow Ponies’ Emily Klein Lauren Sandy. Despite a goal by Elk attempts by both sides, but with Leo and Jessica Dodds played amazing Grove Wonder kept pushing and with and putting it in to bring the score to Tournament in Ripon off to a great game 5-2; with the Tigers goals scored Espinoza the Super Strikers United 2-0. Scheid put forth a tremendous ef- start. Ashley Belshe made a great goal by Nina Fillari, assisted by Gretchen games. For the Rocket Rainbow,s a shot by Sandy deflected Esthepani goalie making it difficult for Lightning Victoria De Le Cruz and Ellie Dugger Cano stepped up to bury goal number fort on the day notching a second goal to start off the game at 1-0. Great pass- Krenz and Caitlyn Foster assisted by before the half and creating numerous to create any real goal scoring chances. took the spotlight. 3. Clutch saves by both Wonder keep- ing was completed by Maddie Benson, Nina Fillari. The scoreless tie was broken midway ers Sonia Nichols and Stevie Sobers opportunities from her left wing slot. Leila Lyions, and Olivia Soble. Avery On Sunday the Tigers needed a She very nearly landed a hat trick hat through the first half by Super Strikers along with a stellar, solid defense kept Clark kept the score at 1-0 by playing big victory to claim full points to get United following a quick run down the Elk Grove at bay and secured another just glanced off the cross bar. Shannon goalie perfectly. Then Olivia Martin LAZERS Water Polo Holt led the midfield play and initiated into the Consolation game, and they left side of the pitch by Devin Gonzales The Livermore Area Recreation well earned win by the Wonder. This got a great shot off that went into the got just that. The Tigers defeated the and Park District Lazers U-14 water marks the 3rd weekend of soccer for numerous attacks. Her assist to Shasta and a pass across the the face of the six Grant made the score 4-0. Holt closed corner of the net to bring the score to 2- Sunnyvale Stars 6-0 in their best match yard box which Revail Sidhu finished polo team hosted their first tourna- the Wonder who are currently 4-0-0 0. Caitlin Currie and Maggie Nostrand of the tournament. Goals were scored in league play and state cup. out the scoring on the day with a goal of off with his left foot. A few minutes ment of the fall session, at the Robert her own and enjoyed a great all around had some great defensive moves and by Delaney Cummins (3), Alei Tuia, before the end of the first half the visit- Livermore Community Center on Wonder continued their winning kept the ball away from Manteca. As Peyton Dinwiddie and Caitlyn Foster. streak on Sunday with their third win game. Her line mates, Nadia Ranagan ing team scored an equalizer. Other Saturday, Sept. 29. The tournament and Addie Ruiz also stood out during the second half started, Ashley Belshe Three of the goals were assisted by players who did really well included brought together teams from all over of league play against Gryphon 98G made another great shot to take the Black. Wonder beat the Gryphon’s play. Ruiz seemed to elevate the play Nina Fillari, Kaylie Cummins and Ryan McKinzie and Bryan Gonzalez the Bay Area. First time players, Robert Blk of the San Francisco Peninsula 5 of her teammates through her ball score to 3-0. Then with only minutes Arianna Hatton. In the consolation Sutter, Talia Florio, Natalie Dallos handling and very nearly contributed who were switched from their usual - 0. The first goal was a clean shot by left in the game, Ashley Belshe scored game the Tigers took on the San Ramon positions for this game. demonstrated great offensive skills, Lesly Jimenez. The second goal was a goal of her own with a header that again off of a direct kick. Pleasanton Azuri. In the toughest full game of the just missed its mark. While the Wicked After some fine defensive football and made shots on goal to help this new scored by Lexis Reden. In the second Rage won the semi finals 4-0. tournament the Azuri came from be- from both teams Super Strikers United team win all three games. They were half Erica Dias found the net when she attack dominated much of the play, the The Championship game of the hind and defeated the Tigers 3-2 in the defensive effort was led by Cameo started to mount the pressure, after a assisted by Level II players, Shelby finished off a loose ball shot by Lesly Ajax Tournament this weekend was consolation game. The Tigers jumped few opportunities, a nice run by Zach- Cruikshank, Luca Cuppoletti and Jimenez. Wonder made a perfect play Shubert who denied several efforts Pleasanton Rage U9 Orange vs. Ajax. by the Oakland team from her center out to an early 2-0 lead with both goals ary Halim ended with a goal. With the David Brooks, who also each scored as Lexis Redens whipped in a nice It was a hard battle that started off scored by Nina Fillari. The assists on to give this team their wins. cross to Lauren Sandy who slammed position while goalie Jesse Cahill made score at 2 to one Super Strikers United several saves including a gutty, sliding with Maggie Nostrand at goalie. She the goals came from Ariel Van Buren were determined not to let Lightning The Level II team brought together a solid shot into the back of the net. successfully kept goals from being and Alei Tuia. By the end of the first Late in the game Stevie Sobers got stop to negate the opposition’s best back into the game and midway some of the new players with the expe- scoring chance. West Coast Wicked’s scored in the first half. It was a chal- half the Azuri had tied the match and through the 2nd half Revail Sidhu rienced teammates. Nathan Fish, Sean a goal with a perfectly placed shot lenging first half that ended with the went on to score the winning goal in past the goalkeeper to end the game defense, led by Keeper Jessie Cahill, ran through the Lightning defense and Croghan, Scott Ragatz, Maddie David, recorded a shut out with a 5-0 win over score 0-0. The second half opened the waning minutes of the game. scored a long distance right footed shot. at 5 -0. West Coast Wonder had great and Hayden Jolley made great saves midfield play by Amanda Silveira, Oakland Select. The Tigers will return to Nor Cal The game ended with a 3 -1 win for (continued on page 8) Lauren Sandy, and Salina Cardoza. West Coast Soccer U16 Girls as goalie. Unfortunately, Ajax scored Premier play this weekend, taking on Katz remain undefeated. National Super Strikers United. Sonia Nichols would record the shut 2 goals and although Pleasanton Rage the Piedmont SC Purple Comets. The team includes JJ Chapman, out in goal. West Coast Wonder are Premier League play was on again and tried to battle back, with many great U10 Rec Boys: Strikers vs. had the U16 WCS Katz travel south Leo Espinoza, Devin Gonzalez, currently in first place of NorCal efforts taking the ball down the field Mustangs: This was a close and nerve Bryan Gonzales, Zachary Halim, Ryan Gold division. to take on Central Valley Alliance at and many great shots attempted by wracking game that had all the parents West Hills College in Lemoore. The Mckinzie, Kolten Shreffle, Revail West Coast Soccer U15 Wild Sophia Minnite, Leila Lyions, Maddie cheering. The Mustangs won, 3 to 2. Sidhu, Feoden Soriano and Jimmy traveled to Folsom to take on a tough match was a defensive battle between Benson, Avery Clark, Ashley Belshe, both teams. Nicole Lutz, Samantha Top players for the Mustangs were Theberge. Folsom attack team in the first round of Caitlin Currie, and Isabella Guerrero, Juan Artega and Christian Gomez for State Cup. The Folsom Attack put up Reich and Victoria Garza held the Fusion U8 girls, Goalzillas vs. back line only allowing 8 shots on they could not come up with the win defense and Brandon Hall on offense. Olympic Kickers: Playing well for the a strong fight in the first half as Sydni in the championship game. The final Leading the Strikers on offense were Lunt hit a rocket to get the go ahead goal. Impressive goal play by Taylor Goalzillas were Amelia Hernandez, Boren kept all 8 shots from making it score was 2-0. Jesse Haight, Erick Jaramillo and Harris Baxter, and Natalie Urban; for goal but the Attack true to their name Pleasanton Rage Division 4: Taha Diah. Top players for Strikers struck back with a bullet of their own to the back of the net. The Katz and the Olympic Kickers: Maggie Robin- Alliance ended the match with a 0-0 U-6: Dolphins 5, Doodlebugs 5: on defense were Vidal Ebrado, Joshua son, Katelyn Cainey and Carly Chance. in the top corner tying it up 1-1. It re- Despite the heat, the Dolphins did a mained that way until the final minutes draw and the Kats pick up a solid point Kim and Wyatt Jackson. Both teams worked hard, showing up before halftime when Lunt knocked in on the road. fantastic job. Elisabeth Gersich did Livermore Fusion U9 “Super On Sunday the Katz took on San mostly on defense. a second goal off of a corner kick. The a great job on defense and Natalie Strikers United” playing at home U6 Boys: Ninjas vs Jedi Knights. second half the Wild started hitting Ramon Azuri to start State Cup play. Williams really stuck with the ball. against visitors “Lightning” in an excit- The Katz dominated play netting 9 The Ninjas showed impressive team- their stride, controlling the tempo of Top Offensive Players: Kate Hopkins ing and good natured game. The task work in Saturday’s game. Austin the game creating multiple opportuni- goals. Leading the attack was Sharan - Dolphins; Top Defensive Players: from the sidelines appeared daunting Singh with 2 goals and Kamie Lipman Dankwardt and Hayden Hobbs led the ties to score. After several great saves loan Harrison- Dolphins from the outset given Lightning ap- Ninjas offense, while Drayden Curtis from the Folsom GK the Wild opened with 3 assists. Keeper duties were split U-9: Penguins 4, Puppies 4: up the game with 4 more goals ending between Taylor Boren and Kylie Long Penguins got off to a fast start scoring the game 6-1. Second half goals com- allowing no goals by San Ramon. Katz remain undefeated in the first three 4 points in the first half against the ing from Tori Nicolo, Demi Gonis and single goal by Julia S. of the Puppies. two from Miciah Madison. weeks of league play and first round of state cup. The Puppies, led by the fine play of West Coast Soccer U12 girls Sam R., persevered and fought back played a State Cup Qualifier against in the second half with 3 unanswered Newark Elite Fire. The team includes scores to bring the score even at 4 all. TylerRene Enderlein, Kaylie Lawsen, Pleasanton Rage Kylie Karter, Kate Wallace, Anneliese Top Offensive Players: Samantha R., The Pleasanton U9 Rage Orange Shay M., Makenna M.- Puppies; Top Widmann , Kalea Bartolotto, Leila turned in an impressive performance Anzo, Hayley Thompson, Lindsey Defensive Players: Ella G., Anna T., with their 2nd place finish in the Kimberly E.- Puppies Philips, Abby Andrews, Abby Hoob- Ajax United Fall Invitational in ing, Kelsi Green, Brianne Radliff, U-12: Bullets 3, Blasters 3: The Ripon, CA. Bullets hosted the Blasters in a hot, and Francesca Hyde. Anneliese The Rage Orange started play on opened the scoring with a beautifully fast paced game of teams with highly chipped shot Tyler, Lindsey, Kaylie, Saturday with an impressive shutout of skilled athletes. The Blasters went up Kylie, Fran, Kelsi and Anneliese all the Ajax United White team. Maddie by two points in the first half on the Benson got the Rage Orange started PAGE 8 - The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 Camp Helps Families Cope By Carol Graham and younger siblings. “I often hear parents com- Ashley Avery was four “Jack’s Camp is, on its ment to each other about how years old when a tumor was surface, a weekend camp much their kids have grown removed from her brain for for families. It’s about fun each time they see them at the second time. for children, making new camp again,” he added. “In During the previous friends, and enriching rela- their circle growing older is holiday season, Ashley’s tionships - like any overnight a great compliment. They’ve increasing headaches led camp,” said camp doctor and learned a hard lesson too to tests that revealed a golf pediatric neuro-oncologist early in life: mortality.” ball-sized tumor on her left Dr. John Kim. “At a deeper Cancers of the nervous frontal lobe. Her first surgery level , Jack’s Camp is where system represent the most in early 2009 was thought to families actively care for common type of childhood be successful. However, by each other through activities solid tumors, but are actually that summer, the tumor had and meals, share their sto- a complex and diverse group returned. A hospital social ries, and spread information of diseases. “My role as worker recommended that about their hard-won experi- camp doctor is to be support- the family attend Jack’s ences and resources.” ive, to serve as a professional Camp at Livermore’s Camp Held twice yearly, most resource in an informal man- Arroyo. recently September 21st ner quite distinct from our “We didn’t know anyone - 23rd, Jack’s Camp is sup- usual medical setting,” said Photo - Doug Jorgensen who was going through ported by The Taylor Family Dr. Kim. “Jack’s Camp is a The Altamont Cruisers held the annual 23rd Nostalgia Day Car Show in downtown this,” said Ashley’s father Foundation whose mission very special place. I rarely get the opportunity to share Livermore on Sunday. More than 600 classic cars, muscle cars, street rods and Bryan Avery. “It was good is to enhance the quality of to be at the camp and be able life for children living with s’mores with my patients.” custom cars lined the streets. Funds raised at the event go towards helping Tri- to breathe a little bit. You go life-threatening and chronic The camp is named after Valley youth groups. through so much bad news illnesses and developmental a young adult brain tumor for so long, it was nice to get disabilities, as well as at-risk patient whose passion was and Mia Battilega played great offence, in a family of four. The one-mile fun details call 925-443-1500. a chance to relax and gear up youth. Each year TTFF hosts to create opportunities for while Miara Pipe and Luca Cupoletti run entry fee is $10. On race day, all for what was coming. We families to get together and worked hard defending the goal. registration entry fees will be an ad- nearly 3,000 children in 25 The LAZERS will host their next ditional $5. Each race will be divided Girls Softball were able to meet other par- different camps throughout share their stories. “Jack tournament on October 13 at Robert into age divisions. PGSL Registration: 2013 Regis- ents who had gone through the summer and on select ultimately lost his cancer Livermore. Every race participant receives tration is now open for all divisions in battle but the camp is named a commemorative T-shirt and is pro- the Pleasanton Phantom Girls Softball a lot of the things we were weekends at Camp Arroyo, vided with post race refreshments. All League. All girls in grades K-12 living going through.” the state-of-the-art green fa- lovingly in his memory,” schools in Livermore may compete for in Pleasanton, Dublin and Sunol are WCOGA Gymnastics eligible to play. Two ways to register: At Jack’s Camp, the We cility in the hills overlooking said Camp Director Mike The West Coast Olympic Academy the top participation award. The school with the most participants receives a 1) Online - visit our website at www. Can Pediatric Brain Tumor the Livermore Valley. Kornbluth. “Watching the compulsory gymnasts competed in, pleasantonsoftball.org; 2) By check & Meet by the Bay, in San Francisco on $250 cash donation. For more infor- Network offers a week- When camp volunteer families connect with each mation, for sponsorship opportunities, postal mail - Download a registration September 30th, 2012. form on the league website and mail end-long program designed Steve Quashnick, 41, found other, let loose and have fun The level 4 team won 2nd place. or to register, visit www.livermore- granadaboosters.org. or contact Mike to PGSL, P.O. Box 911, Pleasanton, specifically for families with Jack’s Camp he said the at the same time is magi- Level 4- Junior A: McKenzie Meyn CA 94566. For more information or placed 1st on vault, beam, floor and Nagel, Race Director, at 925-667-6535 children diagnosed with cal.” or [email protected]. questions, email Christine Tanis at timing could not have been all-around and 4th on bars. Naomi [email protected]. brain tumors. Along with better. “I had been in recov- For the now seven-year- Evens placed 2nd on vault, beam, all- PGSL Player Evaluations: Play- old Ashley, brain scans have around and 5th on bars. Natsu Ebihara ers Evaluations will be held December traditional camp activities ery from my brain tumor placed 6th on vault and 7th on bars. Track and Field 8-9, 2012, for all players in grades 3-8. like hiking, campfires, crafts operation for only a year. been clear for the past two Junior B: Mia Reeve placed 2nd on Athenian Athletics is now taking sign ups for the upcoming seasons. No prior experience required. Exact and games, participants meet Volunteering at Jack’s Camp years. “We’re trying to reach vault and 4th on beam. times and location are to be determined The level 5 team won 2nd place. Cross country and Track and field. with mental health profes- gave me a way to say thank the five-year mark, but I’ll The age group level is 8 to18 years of and will be published on the PGSL Level 5 -Junior A: Allison Reilly website (www.pleasantonsoftball. take two years,” said Av- placed 4th on vault, 7th on bars and age boys and girls. For more questions sionals and counselors who you to all of the people who about training session times, and sites, org). Remember to register by Decem- ery. 8th on floor. Amelia Liao placed 5th on ber 1, 2012 to avoid the late fee. lead five like-challenged helped and supported me bars, 6th on vault and 6th all-around. contact Coach Rik Richardson at 925- groups: parents, older and during my diagnosis, opera- Counselor Tara Reinert- Megan Brennan placed 3rd on bars, 518-9356. E-mail at atheniantrack@ beam and 4th all-around. Lauren hotmail.com or atheniantrack@ younger patients, and older tion and recovery. son summed up the Jack’s comcast.net. Halloween Spirit Run Swenson-Lennox placed 1st on vault, The Rotary Club of Pleasanton will Camp experience during the bars, beam and all-around and 2nd on host their 2nd Annual Halloween Spirit weekend’s closing ceremo- floor. Junior B: Audrey Ong placed 6th 5K Run & Walk and Kids’ Challenge, nies. “We showed the We on bars and 8th all-around. Kamryn Diablo Challenge held on Sunday morning, October 28, O’Reilly placed 4th on beam and Save Mount Diablo’s 31st Mount Can spirit. Everyone was Diablo Challenge will be held on Oct. in downtown Pleasanton, at the Main floor, 7th on bars and 4th all-around. Street Arch. Tickets Available for very encouraging to each Lydia Muentz placed 2nd on beam, 7. The Mount Diablo Challenge is an Proceeds of the Halloween Spirit floor and all-around and 3rd on bars 11.2 mile timed bike ride, starting at Run benefit local and international other. We can’t do it alone and 4th on vault. the Athenian School in Danville and goodwill projects of the Rotary Club sometimes, but we can do it Level 6-Natalie Boyle placed 3rd climbing up Southgate Road 3,249 of Pleasanton. This year, the Spirit Halloween Brew Crawl on bars, 7th on vault and 8th all-around. feet to the summit of Mount Diablo Run will benefit their Wheelchairs together.” benefitting Save Mount Diablo. Downtown merchants, Abigail McKeag placed 5th on vault, In 2009, a new record was set for for the Needy program, in partnership at 4:30 p.m. on the day of the beam and all-around. with The Wheelchair Foundation. To restaurants and local brew- the strenuous climb up Diablo’s slopes date, the Rotary Club of Pleasanton has event at the Firehouse Arts by Michael Vetterelli who completed eries will come together on the Challenge in a mere 41 minutes donated more than one million dollars Center. Tickets must be re- to various charities. The Rotary Club Saturday, October 20 at the Fusion Frenzy and 25 seconds. of Pleasanton will also donate $5 of deemed by 6:30 p.m. Ticket Avid golfers, and those who love All riders reaching the summit in second annual Halloween a good time, take note. On Friday, less than 1 hour receive a special “One each registration to a designated Pleas- price includes beer tastings anton Unified School District school Brew Crawl event, hosted August 17, Livermore Fusion Soccer Hour” T-Shirt. Awards will be given or school club. at 25 downtown locations, a Club held its first annual Fusion Frenzy to top finishers, male and female, in by the Pleasanton Down- several age categories. Awards for 5K Run or Walk is flat and fast commemorative beer glass Golf Tournament. What started as an certified course, which includes closed town Association (PDA) idea for a fundraiser turned into such fastest team and individuals, and the and monitored streets and a portion of and tasting map. Only 1000 a successful and enjoyable event as team that raises the most funds for and sponsored by Handles Save Mount Diablo will be presented. the nearby Arroyo Trails, part paved will be sold. the tournament welcomed 84 golfers and part trail surfaces. The 5K start on Main, Pleasanton Main on what turned out to be a beautiful Incentives will be given based on dona- will just be a few hundred feet west Event is rain or shine, day for golf. tions in addition to the registration fee. Street Brewery and Mark- Proceeds benefit Save Mount Diablo of the arch, on Main Street, with the no refunds. Information is The golfers were greeted in the finish line set up right underneath the stein Sales Co. morning with a sangria provided by in their mission to preserve, protect arch. The Kids’ Challenge is a num- available from the Pleasan- and restore the remaining 70,000 acres Patrons can shop along Housleys Century Oak Winery and a on Mount Diablo and its foothills for ber of age-specific 100-yard dashes ton Downtown Association goody bag filled with items from the (for children ages 2-8) on the closed Main Street, sample a vari- wildlife and people to enjoy. portion of Main Street, also finishing (925) 484-2199, www.plea many sponsors: Jamba Juice, Fremont Riders of all ages are welcome ety of beer and food pairings Bank, Sports Clips, Safeway, and and can compete on any type of non- underneath the arch. santondowntown.net. Guide Point Systems, just to name a Trophies will be awarded to the while enjoying an evening motorized cycle, including tandems, top male and female finishers, as well few. Then with a shotgun start, the 21 unicycles and hand powered vehicles. out. To add to the festival foursomes began their scramble, and All cyclists should be in position in as the top male and female Masters their quest to win the big prizes along (over 45-years old) winners. In ad- holiday spirit of this event, their assigned wave when the starting dition, medals are given three deep in the way. While there was not a hole- gun is fired at 8:30am. Mount Diablo guests are encouraged to in-one winner of the Chevy Camaro, State Park will be closed to all outside designated age groups for both male there were many winners. Michael traffic for the duration of the event and and female participants. Each child wear costumes. Demaree won a putter for closest to participating in the Kids’ Challenge cyclists will be assisted by State Park will receive a finisher ribbon. The Pleasanton Down- the pin and Tim Baxter won a new escorts during the descent. Cyclists can driver for longest drive. The two win- The Halloween Spirit Run will town Association encourag- register at SaveMountDiablo.org. utilize the most advanced chip-tim- ning groups for Net and Gross scores es everyone to enjoy down- each won $100 in cash per player and ing system available, provided by On Your Mark Events. Race results will town responsibly. To support some great bottles of wine. The day Fundraising for Sports be posted at www.spiritrun.com and was capped off with a catered dinner, Livermore High School baseball www.onyourmarkevents.com. this effort the PDA will be complete with a raffle, live auction, Entry Fees: Pre-Registered: Kids’ and silent auction. and basketball are hosting a Bowling selling designated driver Tournament to raise money for their Challenge - Ages 2-8 - $5; 5K Run/ Non-golfers attended the dinner. Walk - Elementary & Middle School tickets for $10 on the night The prizes ranged from pizza and wine programs. The “Gator Bowl” is on November 10th from 6:30-8:30 at Students - $20; 5K Run/Walk - High of the Brew Crawl and the to golf clubs, sports event tickets, and School Students & Adults - $30; All signed jerseys to cabin getaways and Granada Bowl. The cost is $15 per event programs will include person. There will be a raffle at the Events - Families of 4 or more - $20 relaxation packages. The event brought each. Race Day: Kids’ Challenge taxi contact information. in just under $10,000 for the club and end with a grand prize of a set of tires - Ages 2-8 - $10; 5K Run/Walk - El- brought together an awesome group from Big O Tires. ementary & Middle-School Students Tickets are on sale for of volunteers and attendees who are Please visit www.pokesbaseball. - $25.; 5K Run/Walk - High School $30 at Pleasanton Main sure to make this an annual event the com for more info or call Coach Dave Students & Adults - $35; All Events community will look forward to for Perotti at 925-586-2811 - each for four or more - $25 Street Brewery – 830 Main years to come. All participants will receive a Street, Redcoats Pub – 336 commemorative T-shirt, refreshments, The event was put on by the St. Mary Street, and Stu- Livermore Fusion Golf Committee Rollerhockey Signup and will each receive a ticket to a huge which consists of Ben Graham, Manny after-race raffle with over $1,500 in dio Seven Arts – 400 Main Rollerhockey is open to all ages prizes to give away. The 5K Run and Moncada, Lora Silva, Julie Krakoski, and experience levels. All new play- Street. If not sold out, tick- Kimberly and John O’Conner Walk will start at 9:00 a.m. The Kids’ ers will get 50% off fees for their 1st Challenge events will begin around ets will be available for $35 session at Valley Inline Hockey in 10:15 a.m. Check-in and race-day Livermore. Skates are needed. No registration will open 6:30 a.m. Phantom Lacrosse experience necessary. Ages divisions 6 For more Halloween Spirit Run Spring Registration Now Open: & under (Mites), 8 and under (Squirts), information and/or to download and Registration for the Livermore Phan- 9-12 (PeeWee), 13-16 (Bantam) for application, contact On Your Mark tom Lacrosse Spring 2013 season is boys and girls. Signups at the rink Race Events at 209-795-7832, or now open. U9 co-ed, U11 girls, and Saturday, October 13th 10am-1pm. visit their website. Participants can U11-U15 boys teams are forming The rink is located behind Junction download applications at this website. for players born between September Ave Middle School. in Livermore Online registration is available via 1, 1997 and August 31, 2005. The with parking off Ladd Ave. For more active.com. season runs mid-January through May. Discounted early registration closes Oct 31st. Register on-line at www. phantomlacrosse.org.

Race to the Flagpole The Livermore-Granada Boosters will host the 3rd Annual “Race to the Flagpole” on Veterans Day weekend, Saturday, November 10, 2012. This year’s event offers several new runs. In addition to the one-mile fun run there will be a 5K run/walk, 10K run and a half marathon. All runs start at Independence Park and go through Livermore’s scenic Sycamore Grove Park. The half marathon goes through Holdener Park in the rolling wine country and continues through Sycamore Grove. These events are open to all ages and abilities. All race proceeds support the Livermore-Granada Boosters scholar- ship program. Race-day registration begins at 7 a.m. at Independence Park, 2798 Holmes Street in Livermore. The 5K, 10K and half marathon races start at 9:00 am. The one-mile fun run begins at 11:00 am. Pre-registration entry fees for the 5K and 10K are $30 per runner and $25 for each runner in a family of four. Half marathon entry fees are $40 per runner and $35 for each runner The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 - PAGE 9

Help with Genealogy bring any information available books, the library maintains the Historical Genealogy Society. org Visit the Red Cross website Volunteer docents from the about the town or country where largest genealogy collection in Access to Heritage Quest On- and use Community Code Livermore-Amador Genealogi- a person’s grandparents were the Valley. line is also available from a DublinCommunity to locate living in circa 1920 to 1940. The Pleasanton Library patron’s home. Meditation Workshop cal Society will be on hand to Dr. Marshall Zaslove will be the Dublin Community Blood assist in beginning a personal Many people who are re- offers its patrons access to sev- This program is free and Drive and schedule an ap- searching their family his- eral comprehensive databases open to all. No appointments offering a meditation workshop family history research. They on Thursday, October 18 at pointment. You may also call will be at the Pleasanton Library tory come to use the Genealogy including Ancestry Library, are necessary 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733- Resources at the Pleasanton HeritageQuest On-line, Foot- For more information, call 7:00pm at the Pleasanton Public on Sat., Oct. 13 and Sun., Oct. 14 Library. He is an experienced 2767) to make an appointment from 1 to 3 p.m. each day. Please Library. With over one thousand notes, and the New England Nancy Jones, (925) 931-3400, by phone. extension 7. physician/researcher with 34 years of meditation experience, For more information, please exploring and demonstrating contact Taryn Gavagan Bozzo at Vision Groups the latest and most astonishing (925) 833-6610. In support of a new vision discoveries into the preventive, statement, “Dare to Question, healing, and pain-relieving ef- Comics, Collectibles Love, and Serve,” Lynnewood fects of meditation. Toy Havoc will host the Fifth United Methodist Church is Dr. Zaslove has given over Tri-Valley Comic Book and Lela B. Sherfey-Morris an original member of the beginning three new groups, 600 presentations to both public Collectible Show on Saturday th in Pueblo, CO on 11/8/1919 Lela B. Sherfey-Morris, 507 Parachute Infantry to Josephine Mary Merhar and invites the community to and professional audiences in- October 13, 2012 at the Alameda age 87, went peacefully with Regiment. He jumped into participate. cluding: the National Institutes County Fairgrounds in the Hall and Louis On Wednesdays in October: of Health and the American of Commerce in Pleasanton. the Lord on September 18, Normandy, later fought at Erjavec. the Battle of the Bulge, then Beginning on Wednesday, Oc- Psychiatric Association. At each This is one of the only shows in 2012. Her family was at her The fam- tober 3, from 6:00 – 7:30 pm, presentation, his audience is jumped over the Rhine, the East Bay promoting Comics side. ily moved Lynnewood will host a sharing given an actual personal dem- and related Pop-culture items. L e l a among the first of the Allies group for all parents, single or onstration of meditation. General admission hours will be to enter Germany. At wars f r o m was born Denver to married, based on Madeline The program is free and 9 AM - 4 PM, admission is $5 o n J u l y end, he was reassigned to Levine’s Teach Your Children open to all. No registration and children under 12 years of the 82nd Airborne Division Livermore Well. Please sign up and reserve required. 1 , 1 9 2 5 age Free. There is onsite parking as part of the occupation in 1962. childcare by calling (925) 462- For more information, call for $8 at the fairgrounds. i n H o t forces in Berlin. Among B e s i d e s 3799. Hamilton is a retired Penny Johnson, 931-3405. This show will have Comic Springs, his decorations were two r a i s i n g elementary school teacher, and Books (Golden Age - Modern) Arkansas. “ t h r e e ” has an Ed.D. in learning and , Toys, Legos, and other Pop- Bronze Star Medals and, instruction. This class will be Native Plant Sale S h e i s recently, he and his family boys, hus- On Sunday, October 7, 2012 culture related Collectible items. preceded held at 4466 Black Avenue, For information check out www. were honored at the French band Carl and two sons, Bea Suite C. from 10:00 – 4:00 a free Native in death Plant Sale Extravaganza is tak- toyhavoc.com. Consulate of San Francisco worked most of her life—re- On Fridays in October: Be- by her parents, Cassie and when he was awarded the tiring from her job with City ginning on Friday, October 5, ing place. Shop at eight different locations for those hard-to-find Wayne Wallace. She came French Legion of Honor of Livermore in 1981. Carl from 6:00-7:00 pm, Dr. Jennifer California Symbols to California at the age of Sharples is offering a Meditation natives at the right time of year to California Symbols is the “for his heroic efforts in and Bea moved to Camellia plant them. (Natives will be sold topic of a Sun., Oct. 7 program 15, and had a wide range of the liberation of France class. The class will teach about Gardens Manteca in 1989, meditation and also practice in Berkeley, Concord, Moraga, offered by the Livermore Area jobs including working in a during the earliest hours of Oakland, Orinda, Richmond, Recreation and Park District family-owned chenille shop, but Carl died in 1994. She meditation. Wear comfortable the Normandy invasion on was a proficient computer clothes, and if you wish to sit on San Lorenzo, and San Pablo.) ranger staff. Meet Ranger Dawn US Post Office, as well as a June 6th, 1944.” Being the While attendance is free, regis- Soles at 2 p.m. at Sycamore retail clerk. She retired from user and active member of the floor bring a cushion or mat. recipient of this prestigious Jennifer is a trained psychologist tration is required. Grove Park, 5049 Arroyo Rd. UFCW Retail Clerks Union the homeowners association, In addition to the Extrava- Many know the state bird and Chevalier (Knight) medal, a Genealogy group, and a who has practiced meditation Local 3 in 1987. he would shyly respond to for many years. Sharples has ganza, eight Select Tours—small flower, but California has many Lela met and married the “Sir Van.” volunteer with St. Anthony’s a doctorate in Psychology and group, guided excursions—are other official symbols. From fish love of her life, John Junior Church, the Blood Bank and works as a clinical psychologist being offered for $30 per per- to flag and museum to dance, Until recently, Van lived son throughout September and there are a surprising number of Sherfey, who preceded her in retirement for many years the Manteca Senior Center. in several Bay Area nursing In 2011 she moved to Mer- homes. This class will be held October. symbols for The Golden State. in death at a very early age. in Pleasanton, CA. Although Those who would like to Join this program to learn what She later was married to Erik rill Gardens in Fremont. Bea in the church sanctuary at 4444 quiet and independent, he Black Avenue. learn how to sheet-mulch their these symbols are and a little Morris, who also preceded had many friends. Father, died peacefully on Sept. 27, lawns away and install native about their history. her in death. On Sundays in October grandfather, and admired 2012. and November, Peter Oku- gardens can attend “Mow no There is a $5 per vehicle Lela lived at Heritage by everyone who knew him. Bea is survived her by rowski will lead a study of Mo!” workshops, which will be parking fee at either entrance Estates in Livermore and Van will be missed but never brother Don Erjavec of Henri Nouwen’s book Life of held in Lafayette/Concord and to Sycamore Grove Park. A $2 enjoyed participating in forgotten. Lakewood, CA; son Larry the Beloved: Spiritual Living in Livermore, and will be led by donation is requested to help their many activities. Before a Secular World, 7:00-8:30 pm Kelly Marshall and Kat Weiss. support the programs unless Please join us to cel- Sabo of Richmond, KY; Environmental educator other fees are specified. Partici- moving to Livermore she ebrate Van’s life at a public granddaughters: Kelly (great Oct. 7-Nov, 18. This will be a discussion of spirituality. Henri Judy Adler will be leading an pants may call 925-960-2400 for resided in Hayward for over ceremony at the Veteran’s grandchildren Emily and in-depth tour of her half-acre more information. 50 years. Nouwen was a Dutch Catholic Memorial Building, 301 Alex) and Wendy, (great priest and writer who authored Walnut Creek garden, complete Lela will be remembered Main St, Pleasanton from 1 grandchildren Thomas, with happy chickens, a rainwater especially for her love of more than 40 books about spiri- Costume Collection – 4 PM on Saturday, Octo- Justin and Conner); and tuality. The group will meet in harvesting system, a pond, and bingo, bowling, playing many California native and/or Bob and Deb Cilk of Re/Max ber 6, 2012. All friends and son Jerry Sabo of Fremont; the library in the office building Accord are conducting their 13th cards, trips to the casinos, fellow Veterans are invited at 4444 Black Avenue. pollinator friendly plants. granddaughter Kyla (great Select Tours are limited to Annual Halloween Costume and just having fun; but to attend. All three groups are open Drive to benefit our young most of all for her love for granddaughter Lena) and to all. groups of thirty. Register now In lieu of flowers, dona- to reserve space. www.bring- neighbors in need right here in her family and her belief in grandson Devin. Lynnewood Church is lo- the Tri-Valley. Donations of new tions may be made to the Viewing from 5 to 7 PM ingbackthenatives.net Jesus. American Cancer Society, cated at 4444 Black Avenue, and ‘gently used’ used costumes on Monday 10/8/2012 and Pleasanton, CA 94566, directly Survivors include her or the Salvation Army. and accessories will be collected son and daughter-in-law, Rosary 7:00 PM at Cal- across from the Dolores Bengt- Blood Drive through October 24th. Contact Dwayne and Pamela Sher- laghan Mortuary in Liver- son Aquatic Center. Parking is The City of Dublin and the Bob and Deb at (925) 487-8735 fey of Central Point, OR; Rubin B. Love more. Mass will be held available behind the church and American Red Cross will hold or email [email protected] to Oct. 29, 1934-Sept. 21, on the street. a blood drive on Thursday, Oc- arrange for pick-up. Thank you her daughter and son-in- 2012 at St. Michaels Church For more information about tober 11 from 9 am to 2 pm at in advance for making a differ- law, Cassandra and Rick Rubin B. Love, a long in Livermore on Tuesday Lynnewood United Methodist the Dublin Library Community ence in the lives of some special Smith of Livermore, CA; 10/9/2012 at 10AM. Church, visit www.lynnewood. Room. ghouls and princesses. grandchildren: John Sherfey, time resident of Livermore, Samantha and Mike Slusher made his transition on Fri- of Central Point, OR; and day, September 21, 2012 Ronald William Davila with family surrounding Resident of Livermore Paul Smith of Byron, CA; Ron was born on Sept and great-granddaughter, him. He will be missed by his 30 , 1935 and passed away Audrey Mae, and one more on Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 at on the way; sisters: Re- wife of 40 years, a daughter, three sons, nine grandchil- the age cie Waterman of Virginia of 76. Beach, VA; and Alta Navarra dren and four great-grand- H e of Brentwood, CA, along children. worked with many, many beloved His services were held at Coca nieces and nephews. She on Oct. 3 at Phillips Temple Cola for was preceded in death by C.M.E. Church in Berkeley, over 30 her beloved siblings: Wood- CA. y e a r s . row, Wilbert, Norvell, Or- He loved ville Wallace, and Dagmar Josephine M. Pfeffer fishing, Tommy. Sept. 11, 1925-Sept. 29, 2012 h u n t - Internment was at the Resident of Littleton, Colo- ing and Chapel of the Chimes Park, rado watching his favorite team, Hayward, CA. Josephine was born in the Oakland Raiders. San Antonio, TX. She mar- He is survived by his lov- Robert Lee “Van” ried Nolan K. Pfeffer Sr. ing wife of 56 years, Jessie, Vannatter while he was stationed at his sons; Richard and (Del- March 8, 1921-Aug. 27, 2012 Fort Sam Houston in San fina) Davila and Robert and Scotts Valley, California Antonio, TX. They later (Karen) Davila. Robert Lee “Van” Vannat- moved to Oakland, CA. A Celebration of Life ter, Jr., died peacefully in his They were married for 50 Service will be held on Mon- sleep at home in Scotts Val- years prior to Nolan dying day, Oct. 8 at 12:00 noon ley, CA on Monday, August in Dec. 1999. Josephine at Callaghan Mortuary in 27, 2012. Born in Gauley and Nolan’s son, Nolan K. Livermore. In lieu of flow- B r i d g e , Pfeffer Jr. died in 2009. ers, memorial donations can West Vir- Josephine is survived by be made to the American ginia on her eldest daughter Freda Cancer Society. March 8, Staton, son-in-law, Kent A. 1921, he Staton, youngest daughter w a s 9 1 Donna Bradley, son-in-law, years of John Bradley, daughter-in- age. Van law, Irene Pfeffer, grandchil- was pre- dren, Eric, Ali, Audrey and deceased Rachel, great-grandchildren, b y h i s Anna, Claire, Eli, Gracelyn, wife, Avis May Whitlock Joseph and Gabriel. (1935-1975) who he met in Josephine cherished San Diego, CA, and mar- spending time with family ried in 1953. They had three and friends. People were children who, along with drawn to her by her wonder- their spouses, survive Van: ful smile and loving spirit. Michael Vannatter (Betty), She was loved by all and Hawthorne CA; Susan Van- her presence will be greatly natter-Prang (Greg), El Do- rado Hills, CA; and Daniel missed. A celebration of her Vannatter (Sharon), Scotts life took place at Callaghan Valley, CA. He is also sur- Mortuary in Livermore, CA vived by three grandchil- on Wednesday October 3, dren, Lauren Vannatter, and 2012. Eric and Anna Prang. The oldest of seven children, Van Bernice Louise Sabo is survived by one sibling, Resident of Fremont Glenna Robinson, Olympia, “Bea” age 92, was born WA. Van’s strong work ethic began early on; he dropped out of high school to work in the coal mines to help support his family. After the war, with assistance through the G.I. Bill and attending the University of Dayton, Van became an engineer by profession, and worked in the aerospace industry in Burbank and Sunnyvale, CA for more than 35 years. During WWII, while still a teenager, Van became PAGE 10 - The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 ELECTIONS CAMPAIGN (continued from page one) (continued from page one) istrar over $280,000 for tives. This event is open to running for office and their best qualified to help Pleas- Kevin Hart; Pleasanton REALTORS® the 2011 election, or over the public and the media. positions on current issues. anton remain the Bay Area's Mayor: Jerry Thorne; and “Leadership is one of $6.00 per registered voter. There will be an opportunity the core Bay East values,” For even-year elections, For more information best place to live, work and Pleasanton City Council: Livermore pays only $1.00 about this important eve- for members of the audience raise a family." Jerry Pentin and Erlene Roberts said. “We thank all per registered voter, be- ning, please contact Ellen to submit their questions for DeMarcus of the candidates running cause more cities participate Goold, PCIC Chair, at ban- the candidates. EAST BAY REALTOR “The candidates endorsed for election for their will- and costs are spread over [email protected]. ENDORSEMENTS by Bay East best demon- ingness to step up and serve a larger population. As a CHAMBER The Bay East Association strate an understanding of the community. We wish comparison, Pleasanton paid PLEASANTON MAY- ENDORSEMENTS of REALTORS® is endors- issues that impact real estate them good luck and look $41,000 for its share of the OR/COUNCIL FORUM The political action com- ing the following candidates transactions, property rights, forward to working together 2010 election. Pleasanton The League of Women mittee of the Pleasanton running for local offices in public safety and munici- to maintain and improve the has a smaller population. Voters Livermore-Amador Chamber of Commerce the November 6, 2012 Gen- pal finances,” said Doreen quality of life in our local Election costs have risen (BACPAC) has endorsed communities.” steadily over the last ten Valley and the American eral Election: Roberts, 2012 President of years and will continue to Association of University City Councilmember Jerry Dublin City Council: the Bay East Association of climb. Livermore’s cost Women Livermore-Pleas- Thorne for mayor. The com- for the 2001 election was anton-Dublin Branch are mittee endorsed Jerry Pentin $67,800. It’s projected that co-sponsoring a Pleasanton and Erlene DeMarcus for the scheduled 2013 election candidates’ forum at the election to the Pleasanton WORKERS would cost Livermore over Pleasanton City Council City Council. (continued from page one) $300,000. Chambers, 200 Old Bernal The BACPAC decisions All members of the city Avenue, on Monday, Octo- were based on interviews National Labor Relations menus that were installed that someone with Kaiser council signed the arguments ber 15. with all candidates and a re- Board (NLRB) administra- after the lockout began. family coverage will face in favor of both measures. cent public forum sponsored Since the returning em- paying a $212 per month There were no arguments in The forum for Council tive law judge determined candidates will be held from by the BACPAC in which that beginning in August ployees will be working shortfall out of pocket. opposition. under the expired contract's Wages under the old con- The argument for Meax- 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and candidates addressed priori- 2010, Castlewood engaged ure X points out that approv- the forum for Mayoral can- ties and answered questions in unfair labor practices. The terms, they will be paid at tract ranged from $8 per al would delay the benefits didates will be held from rooted in "Pleasanton 2015: judge ordered Castlewood to the level of wages and health hour for tipped servers to of even-year elections by 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. All A Community Vision." end the lockout, and restore benefits in 2009, despite the $10 per hour for dishwash- five years and have an ad- candidates have accepted In endorsing Thorne, the workers to their jobs, if fact that health care premi- ers, and $12 to $14 and up ditional estimated net cost the invitation to partici- Raty said the BACPAC they want them back. ums have continued to rise. for cooks. of $500,000. “However, it pate. Mayoral candidates are members believed the can- Castlewood can appeal In the expired contract, In regard to collecting would still enable the City to Cheryl Cook-Kallio and didate's extensive business the decision, with a dead- Castlewood paid 100 percent back pay, Norr said in an significantly reduce the elec- experience makes him the of the worker's health care earlier story that the total tion costs eventually.” Jerry Thorne. Council can- line due near the end of didates are Karla Brown, right leader at the right time the month. Olson said that premiums. Management of salary and benefits for As a precaution, the wanted to make a major shift 61 workers over two years councilmembers wrote in Erlene De Marcus and Jerry for challenges that lie ahead no determination has been the arguments, those in favor Pentin. for Pleasanton. made yet about an appeal. to employees to pay much of was about $3.4 million. of reducing election costs The forums, which will BACPAC noted that Jerry Some locked out employ- it. That was the major stick- However, that figure must by moving to even-year be televised, will be moder- Pentin and Erlene DeMarcus ees have found other jobs. ing point in the drawn-out be reduced by the amount of elections without any ad- ated by Mary Ann Hannon "bring a combination of ex- How many will return to contract negotiations. money that the workers who ditional delay as proposed from the League of Women periences, are most closely work won't be known until Now the expired con- found other jobs were paid. in Measure W, should also Voters. The public is en- aligned with Chamber goals Oct. 9, when a training ses- tract's 100 percent coverage Any unemployment money vote yes on Measure X in couraged to attend to learn articulated in Pleasanton sion will orient the returning will fall short on 2012 pre- is also deducted. the event that Measure W 2015, and in our view, are mium payments. Norr said does not pass. more about the candidates workers to procedures and

LEGAL NOTICES la corte que le quede mas Gallery & Custom Framing, and late charges thereon, cerca. Si no puede pagar 133 S. Livermore Ave., Liver- as provided in the note(s), FOR INFORMATION la cuota de presentacion, more, CA 94550, is advances, under the terms PLACING LEGAL pida al secretario de la corte hereby registered by the fol- of the Deed of Trust, interest NOTICES que le de un formulario de lowing owner(s): thereon, fees, charges and Call 925-243-8000 exencion de pago de cuotas. Justin Cornelius Parker, 4012 expenses of the Trustee for Si no presenta su respuesta Hillcrest Common, Livermore, the total amount (at the time SUMMONS a tiempo, puede perder el CA 94550 of the initial publication of the (CITACION JUDICIAL) caso por incumplimiento y This business is conducted Notice of Sale) reasonably CASE NO. RG12635901 la corte le podra quitar su by an Individual estimated to be set forth 53 sueldo, dinero y bienes sin The registrant began to trans- below. The amount may be NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: mas advertencia. act business under the ficti- greater on the day of sale. (AVISO AL DEMANDO): Hay otros requisitos tious business name(s) listed American Forest Products, legales. Es recomendable above on 07/01/2012. Trustor: NEOMA K. GOTT- Inc. and Ivan Nahlik, an que llame a un abogado in- Signature of Registrants:s/: LIEB A SINGLE WOMAN individual and DOES 1 to mediatamente. Si no conoce Justin C. Parker Duly Appointed Trustee: 10 inclusive a un abogado, puede llamar This statement was filed Western Progressive, LLC a un servicio de remision a with the County Clerk of Recorded 7/9/2002 as In- YOU ARE BEING SUED BY abogados. Si no puede pagar Alameda on September 12, strument No. 2002296223 PLAINTIFF: a un abogado, es posible que 2012. Expires September in book —-, page —- and (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO cumpia con los requisitos 12, 2017. rerecorded on — as —- of EL DEMANDANTE): para obtener sevicios legales The Independent Legal No. Official Records in the office Wendel, Rosen, Black & gratuitos de un programa de 3316. Published September of the Recorder of Alameda Dean LLP servicios legales sin fines de 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2012. County, California, lucro. Puede encontrar estos T.S. No.: Date of Sale: 10/26/2012 at NOTICE! You have been grupos sin fines de lucro en el 2012-21059 Loan No.: 7092143457 12:00 PM sued. The court may decide sitio web de California Legal Place of Sale: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S against you without your be- Services, (www.lawhelpcali- At the front Fallon Street SALE ing heard unless you respond fornia.org), en el Centro de entrance to the Alameda within 30 days. Read the Ayuda de las Cortes de Cali- County Courthouse 1225 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UN- information below. fornia, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) Fallon Street Oakland, CA DER A DEED OF TRUST o poniendose en contacto You have 30 CALENDAR DATED 6/26/2002. UNLESS con la corte o el colegio de Amount of unpaid bal- DAYS after this summons and YOU TAKE ACTION TO abogados locales. AVISO: ance and other charges: legal papers are served on PROTECT YOUR PROP- Por ley, la corte tiene derecho $232,434.06 you to file a written response ERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT a reclamar las cuotas y los Street Address or other com- at this court and have a copy A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU costos exentos por imponer mon designation of real prop- served on the plaintiff. A letter NEED AN EXPLANATION un gravamen sobre cualquier erty: 1953 PINE STREET, or phone call will not protect OF THE NATURE OF THE recuperacion de $10,000 o LIVERMORE, CALIFORNIA you. Your written response PROCEEDING AGAINST mas de valor recibida me- 94550 must be in a proper legal YOU, YOU SHOULD CON- diante un acuerdo o una A.P.N.: 098-0204-014-00 form if you want the court to TACT A LAWYER. hear your case. There may concesion de arbitraje en un The undersigned Trustee caso de derecho civil. Tiene disclaims any liability for any be a court form that you can A public auction sale to the que pagar el gravamen de la incorrectness of the street use for your response. You highest bidder for cash, corte antes de que la corte address or other common can find these court forms cashier’s check drawn on pueda desechar el caso. designation, if any, shown and more information at the a state or national bank, The name and address of above. If no street address California Courts Online Self- check drawn by a state or the court is: or other common designa- help Center (www.courtinfo. federal credit union, or a (El nombre y direccion de la tion is shown, directions to ca.gov/selfhelp), your county check drawn by a state or corte es): the location of the property law library, or the courthouse federal savings and loan may be obtained by send- nearest you. If you cannot ALAMEDA COUNTY SUPE- association, or savings as- ing a written request to the pay the filing fee, ask the RIOR COURT sociation, or savings bank beneficiary within 10 days of court clerk for a fee waiver 1225 FALLON STREET specified in Section 5102 the date of first publication of form. If you do not file your re- OAKLAND, CA 94612 of the Financial Code and this Notice of Sale. sponse on time, you may lose authorized to do business The name, address, and tele- Pursuant to California Civil the case by default, and your in this state will be held by phone number of plaintiff’s Code §2923.54 the under- wages, money, and property the duly appointed trustee attorney, or plaintiff without signed, on behalf of the may be taken without further as shown below, of all right, an attorney, is: beneficiary, loan servicer or warning from the court. title, and interest conveyed to (El nombre, la direccion y authorized agent, declares There are other legal re- and now held by the trustee el numero de telefono del as follows: The beneficiary quirements. You may want to in the hereinafter described abogado del demandante, o or servicing agent declares call an attorney right away. If property under and pursuant del demandante que no tiene that it has obtained from the you do not know an attorney, to a Deed of Trust described abogado, es): Commissioner of Corporation you may want to call an at- below. The sale will be made, a final or temporary order torney referral service. If you GILLIAN M. ROSS but without covenant or war- of exemption pursuant to cannot afford an attorney, WENDEL, ROSEN, BLACK ranty, expressed or implied, California Civil Code Section you may be eligible for free & DEAN LLP regarding title, possession, 2923.53 that is current and legal services from a non- 1111 BROADWAY, 24th or encumbrances, to pay the valid on the date the Notice profit legal services program. FLOOR remaining principal sum of of Sale is filed and/or the You can locate these non- OAKLAND, CA 94607 the note(s) secured by the timeframe for giving Notice of profit groups at the California (510)834-6600 Deed of Trust, with interest Legal Services Web site DATE: (Fecha): JUN 21, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), 2012 the California Courts On- Pat S. Sweeten line Self-Help Center (www. Clerk, by (Secretario) courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or /s/: Erica Baker by contacting your local court Deputy (Adjunto) or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statu- The Independent Legal No. tory lien for waived fees and 3311. Published September costs on any settlement or 13, 20, 27, October 4, 2012. arbitration award of $10,000 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS or more in a civil case. The NAME STATEMENT court’s lien must be paid FILE NO. 468861-62 before the court will dismiss The following person(s) doing the case, as the person sued business as: (1)Stony Rock under the fictitious name of Vineyards (2)Stony Rock (specify). Winery, 5625 Greenville Rd, !AVISO! Lo han deman- Livermore, CA 94550, is dado. Si no responde dentro hereby registered by the fol- de 30 dias, la corte puede lowing owner(s): decidir en su contra sin es- Del Arroyo Vineyards LLC, cuchar su version. Lea la 2068 First St, Livermore, informacion a continuacion. CA 94550 Tien 30 DIAS DE CAL- This business is conducted ENDARIO despues de que by a Limited liability com- le entreguen esta citacion pany y papeles legales para pre- The registrant began to sentar una respuesta por transact business under the escrito en esta corte y hacer fictitious business name(s) que se entregue una copia listed above on N/A. al demandante. Una carta Signature of Registrants:s/: o una llamada telefonica no Richard K. Corbett, Manager lo protegen. Su respuesta & Member por escrito tiene que estar This statement was filed with en formato legal correcto the County Clerk of Alameda si desea que procesen su on August 22, 2012. Expires caso en lacorte. Es posible August 22, 2017. que haya un formulario que The Independent Legal No. usted pueda usar para su 3313. Published September respuesta. Puede encontrar 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2012. estos formularios de la corte y mas infornacion en el Cen- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS tro de Ayuda de las Cortes NAME STATEMENT de California (www.sucorte. FILE NO. 469533 ca.gov), en la biblioteca de The following person(s) do- leyes de su condado o en ing business as: Artspace The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 - PAGE 11

Sale Specified in subdivision SISTANCE PROGRAM Adopt a new best friend: before you send money or contractor’s status at www. (s) of California Civil Code North County – Monday, TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal fees. Read and understand cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- Section 2923.52 applies and October 15, 2012, 11:00 a.m. Rescue, offers animals for any contracts before you CSLB (2752). Unlicensed has been provided or the loan at General Services Agency, adoption every Saturday sign. Shop around for rates. persons taking jobs less is exempt from the require- 1401 Lakeside Drive, Room and Sunday, excluding most than $500 must state in their ments. 1107, 11th Floor, Oakland, holidays. On Saturdays from 56) ADULT CARE advertisements that they are CA and South County – 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are Independent Contractors not licensed by the Contrac- Tuesday, October 16, 2012, available at the Pleasanton Wanted. Senior Home tors State License Board.” NOTICE TO POTENTIAL Farmers Market at W. An- BIDDERS: If you are consid- 10:00 a.m. at Castro Valley gela and First Streets. Two Health Care. Must have ex- REAL ESTATE ering bidding on this property Library, Chabot Room, 3600 locations will showcase cats perience. Senior Solutions, lien, you should understand Norbridge Avenue, Castro only: Petsmart in Dublin from Inc (925)443-3101. 160) BOAT/RV that there are risks involved in Valley, CA Responses Due RENTAL SPACE 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet TO PLACE A bidding at a trustee auction. by 2:00 pm on November Extreme in Livermore from CLASSIFIED AD R. V. - BOAT STORAGE You will be bidding on a lien, 6, 2012 County Contact: 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, Call (925)243-8000 $75 - $85 not on the property itself. Ann Marie Romero (510) cats are available at Petsmart (925)447-8151 Placing the highest bid at 208-9742 or via email: an- in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, MERCHANDISE a trustee auction does not [email protected] and Pet Extreme in Livermore Inland Valley 127) LOST/ FOUND automatically entitle you to Attendance at Networking from 12:00 to 4:00. For more Publishing Co. free and clear ownership of Conference is Non-manda- information, call Terry at Red Poinsettia Clip Earring Client Code:04126-00001 the property. You should also tory. Specifications regarding (925) 487-7279 or visit our Lost downtown Livermore, Re: Legal Notice for be aware that the lien being the above may be obtained website at www.tvar.org. Friday 12/16. If found, please Classified Ads auctioned off may be a junior at the Alameda County GSA FERAL CAT FOUNDATION call (925)447-1762 The Federal Fair Housing lien. If you are the highest Current Contracting Oppor- Cat & kitten adoptions now NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS Act, Title VII of the Civil New State Laws to Impact bidder at the auction, you tunities Internet website at at the new Livermore Petco Rights Act of 1964, and state are or may be responsible for www.acgov.org. on Saturdays from 10:00AM 155) NOTICES law prohibit advertisements paying off all liens senior to 10/4/12 for housing and employment to 2:30PM. We have many “NOTICE TO READERS: the lien being auctioned off, CNS-2386212# that contain any preference, Landlords, Tenants adorable, tame kittens that California law requires that before you can receive clear THE INDEPENDENT Legal limitation or discrimination By Cher Wollard have been tested for FIV & contractors taking jobs that title to the property. You are No. 3320 based on protected classes, California Gov. Jerry Brown signed a flurry of legislation as the FELV, altered & vaccinated. total $500 or more (labor encouraged to investigate the including race, color, religion, We also have adult cats & and/or materials) be licensed 2011-12 session closed last week. Some 60 new laws may affect existence, priority, and size ANIMALS sex, handicap, familial status ranch cats for adoption. by the Contractors State of outstanding liens that may or national origin. IVPC does the real estate industry in this state, impacting consumers, property 2) CATS/ DOGS License Board. State law exist on this property by con- EMPLOYMENT not knowingly accept any ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for also requires that contractors owners and/or real estate professionals. Most of these new laws tacting the county recorder’s advertisements that are in adoption information contact BE WARY of out of area include their license numbers take effect Jan. 1. office or a title insurance violation of the law. Valley Humane Society at companies. Check with the on all advertising. Check your company, either of which Several upcoming legal changes will impact landlords and ten- (925)426-8656. local Better Business Bureau may charge you a fee for this ants. information. If you consult either of these resources, The California Association of Realtors has compiled descriptions you should be aware that the of these new laws. Among them: same lender my hold more • Landlords Must Disclose Notice of Default to Prospective than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Tenants Among the innocent victims of the housing downturn are tenants NOTICE TO PROPERTY who move into houses or apartments, only to discover later that the OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale property is in danger of being foreclosed on. Senate Bill 1191 aims may be postponed one or to address this problem. more times by the mort- gagee, beneficiary, trustee, Effective Jan. 1, 2013-Dec. 31, 2018, landlords who have re- or a court, pursuant to Sec- ceived a Notice of Default (NOD) on a home offered for rent will tion 2924g of the California be required to disclose this information in writing to prospective Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee tenants. sale postponements be made The new law applies to residential properties containing one-to- available to you and to the four units. Such disclosures must be made before a lease agreement public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you is signed. wish to learn whether your It does not apply in cases where the bank has rescinded the sale date has been post- poned, and, if applicable, the NOD. rescheduled time and date If the landlord fails to provide this information, the tenant can for the sale of this property, cancel the lease and recover one month’s rent or twice the amount you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web of actual damages, whichever is greater, plus all prepaid rent. If site http://www.altisource. the tenant does not void the lease and the foreclosure sale has not com/MortgageServices/ occurred, he/she is entitled to deduct one month’s rent from future DefaultManagement/Trust- eeServices.aspx, using the amounts owed. file number assigned to this The written disclosure notice as provided by statute must be in case 2012-21059. Informa- tion about postponements English, Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and Korean. that are very short in duration Property managers will not be held liable for failing to provide or that occur close in time to the written disclosure notice unless the landlord has given the the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in property manager written instructions to deliver the disclosure to the telephone information or the tenant. on the Internet Web site. The • Tenants Entitled to 90-Day Notice to Terminate After best way to verify postpone- ment information is to attend Foreclosure: the scheduled sale Tenants with month-to-month leases who are occupying a rental Date: 9/14/2012 housing unit at the time the property is foreclosed must be given a Western Progressive, 90-day written notice to terminate. Tenants with fixed-term residen- LLC, as Trustee tial leases can generally remain until the end of the lease term, and c/o 18377 Beach Blvd., Suite 210 all rights and obligations under the lease shall survive foreclosure, Huntington Beach, Cali- including the tenant’s obligation to pay rent. fornia 92648 The landlord, however, can give a 90-day written notice to Automated Sale Informa- tion Line: (866) 960-8299 terminate a fixed-term lease after foreclosure if the buyer plans to http://www.altisource. occupy the property as a primary residence; the tenant is the bor- com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/Trust- rower or the borrower’s child, spouse, or parent; the lease was not eeServices.aspx the result of an arms’ length transaction; or the lease requires rent For Non-Automated Sale that is substantially below fair market rent (except if under rent Information, call: (866) 240-3530 control or government subsidy). ______This law does not apply if a borrower stays in the property as a Laterrika Thompkins tenant, subtenant, or occupant, or if the property is subject to just Trustee Sale Assistant The Independent Legal No. cause rent control. 3317 Published September This law is in effect Jan. 1, 2013 through Dec. 31, 2019. 27, October 4, 11, 2012 This new California law, Assembly Bill 2610, is similar, but not FICTITIOUS BUSINESS identical, to the 90-day termination notice requirement under the NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 469648 federal Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act as extended by the The following person(s) doing Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. business as: Expressions Dance & Arts of Pleasanton, • Landlords May Dispose of Abandoned Personal Property 3015-I Hopyard Road, Pleas- Worth Less Than $700: anton, CA 94588, is hereby Protections affecting tenants who leave personal property, such registered by the following owner(s): as furniture, clothing or household goods, behind when they move Sandra Maloney, 4035 Al- will be modified beginning next year. derwood Ct, Pleasanton, In most cases, landlords are required to sell at public auction CA 94588 This business is conducted – rather than dispose of or keep for their own use – any personal by an Individual property worth $700 or more. This is increased from $300. The registrant began to transact business under the The law also prohibits the landlord from assessing storage costs fictitious business name(s) if the tenant reclaims the property within two days after vacating, listed above on N/A. according to Assembly Bill 2303. Signature of Registrants:s/: Sandra Maloney, Owner Notices of termination and pre-move out inspection must contain This statement was filed specific language advising former tenants they may reclaim aban- with the County Clerk of doned personal property, under certain conditions. Alameda on September 17, 2012. Expires September • Smoke Alarms Required for Home Improvers and Land- 17, 2017. lords: The Independent Legal No. 3319. Published September Senate Bill 1394 will require those who issue building permits 27, October 4, 11, 18, 2012. not to sign off on the completion of any home improvements unless NOTICE of INVITING BIDS all required smoke alarms are installed, in working order, and are Notice is hereby given that devices approved by the State Fire Marshal. sealed competitive bids will be accepted in the office of The alarms must display the date of manufacture, allow a place the GSA-Purchasing Depart- for date of installation to be noted, incorporate a hush feature and ment, County of Alameda, include an end-of-life warning. Battery operated alarms must also 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite 907, Oakland, CA 94612 contain non-removable 10-year batteries. NETWORKING BIDDERS The new law applies to all dwelling units intended for human CONFERENCES for RFP occupancy for which a building permit is issued for alterations, #900977 EMPLOYEE AS- repairs, or additions for more than $1,000. More stringent local rules or ordinances may supersede this law. For rental properties, the owner is generally responsible for testing and maintaining smoke alarms in an apartment complex or other building starting Jan. 1, 2013, and in a single-family residences starting Jan. 1, 2014. Landlords are also responsible for installing additional smoke alarms as needed to comply with building standards starting Jan. 1, 2016. • Protections for Homeowners in Mobile Home Parks: Mobile home parks must provide owners of “personal property mobile homes” with a specified notice in the rental agreement for space beginning Jan. 1, and before February 1 every year thereafter, thanks to Assembly Bill 2150. Mobile home owners are also entitled to a 90-day notice of any rent increase, the right not to waive rights in a rental or sales agree- ment, the right to just cause termination, the right to sell the home in place in the park, the right not to sell the home to the park, the right not to pay any transfer or selling fee, and the right not to use the park-approved broker or dealer when selling the unit. Cher Wollard is a Realtor with Prudential California Realty, Livermore. PAGE 12 - The Independent, OCTOBER 4, 2012 Pleasanton Board Approves Indicators for Achieving Goals Indicators intended to advantaged students scoring the indicators, which is un- the 78 percent goal this year, thanked Ahmadi for ask- madi was to apologize for measure the progress to- proficient or advanced on usual in a school district, is it will be much tougher next ing the board to change the the oversight, and change ward strategic plan goals CSTs. the commitment to provide June to meet the goal. “It regularly scheduled meeting the meeting night, said Kas- have been approved by the Among other benchmarks opportunities to students for gets harder to move up, once date from Sept. 25 to Sept. san. “(The superintendent) is Pleasanton Unified School for progress of minorities being informed “about the you hit 80 or 90 percent,” 27, to accommodate people the most awesome person I District Board. and low-income students (district’s) budget and fiscal explained Ahmadi. who, like herself, celebrate have ever worked for in the The board vote was are a rise in the API scores stewardship.” A plan for staff develop- the Jewish holy day of Yom district. She is a superin- unanimous at its meeting of all student subgroups, and ACADEMIC GOALS ment will be brought to bear Kippur. tendent who took personal Sept. 27. an increase in the numbers GO UP IN 2013 on reaching the target. Kassan said that over responsibility. In 28 years Goals, a mission state- of minority and low-in- The board also heard an Board vice president Jeff the years, she met with Ah- in California, I have never ment and a vision, plus a list come students taking honors updated report on the dis- Bowser said that he liked the madi’s predecessors, but was seen that anywhere,” said of moral imperatives was classes. trict’s Annual Yearly Prog- district’s detailed outline of told by them that it was hard Kassan. approved earlier this year, To measure gender bal- ress (AYP) performance on how it will raise future AYP to change the schedules. Kassan added, “I am after listening to teachers, ance goals, the district will proficiency testing required scores. He called the AYP The response from Ah- proud to say I work here.” parents, students, adminis- look at increasing the num- by the No Child Left Behind testing and the response to trators, and support staff. ber of female students in Act. it “a district accountability The board’s action last science, math and technol- The act requires students report card. I like its speci- week commits the district ogy classes. to become proficient or ficity.” to approaches that will mea- Superintendent Parvin above proficiency in math MEETING CHANGE sure progress in carrying out Ahmadi told the board, and English, with a rising FOR the goals. “When you walk around AP goal each year. HOLY DAY PRAISED For example, one district and honors classes that are For June of 2012, the The board also heard goal is to eliminate racial, science and math related, goal for English Language from longtime employee socio-economic and gender you see many more boys Arts (ELA) and math was Bonnie Kassan, who was predictability in achieve- than girls. When you visit set at 78 percent of students substituting at the audience ment. an AP Honors English, you needing to achieve such podium for CSEA president An indicator of progress see many more girls than proficiency. Next June, that Alex Sutton during the regu- in achieving that goal is an boys.” goal rises to 89 percent. A lar union check-in with the increase in the percentage of Another district goal is to year later, the goal will be board. African American, Hispanic have students be central to 100 percent. Kassan departed from and socio-economically dis- all fiscal decisions. One of Although the district met official CSEA business, and Zone 7 May Freeze 2013 Water Rates It looks like Zone 7 Water savings that help set up board authorized Palmer to the board meeting was Sept. Agency may freeze water no increase for next year send a letter to the county 19, and the letter had to be rates in 2013, but a potential are one-time savings, said grand jury, responding to sent by Sept. 24. It had not rate increase the following director Dick Quigley. For what Zone 7 says are mis- yet been written at the time year is up in the air. example, the agency bought statements of fact about the of the board meeting,” ex- Directors discussed op- less water, because of a agency and its move toward plained Duerig. tions at their meeting Sept. shutdown of the State Water independence. The 12-page 19, in a preview for the final Project’s pipeline, which documents repeats informa- discussion slated for their supplies Zone 7. tion covered in an earlier meeting Oct. 17. Zone 7 used reserves in statement released to the Traditionally the board the underground basin to public by Zone 7. has a public hearing in Sep- make up for the state water The agency had to meet tember about the following down time. However, the a deadline Sept. 24 to re- years’ rates, and sets them agency will have to replen- spond formally to the grand in October. ish the ground water basin. jury. The vote to authorize The finance committee That will cost an estimated the letter was 5-1, with An- on Aug. 28 recommended $250,000 or so, said Quig- gela Ramirez Holmes voting the board choose between ley. “no,” and Sandy Figuers two alternatives. One was no Directors also said that absent. increase in 2013, and a 2.65 they will consider changing Under board discus- percent increase in 2014. the name of the district’s rate sion, Ramirez Holmes, who The other was no increase stabilization fund. It really is joined the board in July, in either year. a set-aside for buying more said she thought the board In the discussion by the water during droughts, not should look at the letter draft full board, there appeared a fund to draw on annually and comment on it before it to be strong support for no to help keep rates down, was sent. increase in 2013. However, said staff. General manager Jill Du- directors were concerned Board president Sarah erig said that it has been about using reserves in 2014, Palmer said, “Some people customary for the staff to or even about committing think it’s a slush fund. It’s draft a letter and give it to to a two-year rate policy, not. It’s for drought or po- the board president to sign. because of unforeseen prob- tential earthquake damage It was especially appropriate lems that might arise. to pipelines.” in view of the timing, since Some of the Zone 7 cost On another item, the Spend An Evening with Horror Host This October, spend An (925) 462-2766. Evening with TV Horror Ticket prices: $10 Gen- Host John Stanley, the leg- eral Admission, $5 Mem- endary San Francisco Bay- bers & Seniors, $3 Stu- area TV horror host and dents/Teachers with ID. “Creature Features” movie All tickets are paid at the reviewer. door. Cash, check, Visa and The Museum on Main’s MasterCard accepted. All annual Ed Kinney Lecture tickets are open seating and Series programs “An Eve- after 6:45pm any unclaimed ning With…” will reveal the reserved tickets will be re- movie monster boom during leased for sale. the 1950s on Tuesday, Octo- For more information ber 9th at 7pm. Stanley will on the Ed Kinney Lecture also discuss his recent pub- Series visit www.museumon TV Horror Host John main.org or phone Museum lication The Gang That Shot Stanley pays a visit to Up Hollywood that includes on Main at (925) 462-2766. recollections from many of Pleasanton. his movie and TV star inter- views during his years as an entertainment writer for the San Francisco Chronicle. The event is sponsored by Jack Harrington. The speakers series takes place monthly Janu- ary through October at the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasan- ton, CA 94566. Tickets may be purchased at the door or reserved in advance by call- ing the Museum on Main at

Business Named to Empact Showcase Rachel Goble, President at The SOLD Project, head- quartered in Pleasanton, announced that SOLD has been named to the 2012 Em- pact Showcase. Empact is an organization that focuses on making entrepreneurship a viable career option for ev- eryone around the world. Now in its second year, the Empact Showcase rec- ognized The SOLD Project’s President, Rachel Goble, as being among the United States’ “Top Companies Started by Young Entrepre- neurs” “We are honored to have the SOLD Project in the 2012 Empact Showcase. Rachel and her team are not only making a huge differ- ence in the world, but their story inspires and mobilizes others to use entrepreneurial principles to solve some of the world’s most pressing problems,” THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION A

Sing-A-Long with South Pacific The Livermore Cultur- al Arts Council (LCAC) will hold a fund-raiser, "Sing-A-Long with South Pacific," at the Vine Cin- ema on Thurs., Oct. 18. The festivities begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person. They can be pur- chased at brownpaper- tickets.com or at the door beginning at 6 p.m. on Oct. 18. The songs include, "Bali Ha'i," "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair," "Some Enchanted Evening," "Younger Than Spring- time," "I'm in Love with a Wonderful Guy," and "You've Got to Be Care- fully Taught." The lyrics will be dis- played on the screen for this Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II 1958 film adaptation of the Broadway musical. Taylor Zevanove with two children at Schools of Hope in Thailand. Hammerstein and Lo- gan wrote the book for the musical based on James Michener's novel, Dance Fest and Global Outreach "Tales of the South Pa- cific." Premiering on Broad- Event to Benefit Burmese Refugees way in 1949, South Pa- cific is considered to be By Patricia Koning have a clear idea of what the On Oct. 13, Taylor is er we can save children’s wants to inspire attendees to one the greatest musicals. Taylor Zevanove trav- money would be used for,” holding a Dance Fest and lives.” become involved in causes It won the Pulitzer Prize eled to Thailand this sum- she explains. Over the sum- Global Outreach event to Youth ages 10 to 17 are they feel passionate about, for Drama in 1950. The mer with a vague idea for mer, Taylor and her mother raise money for Schools of invited to earn service hours whether in the local commu- Broadway production her Girl Scout Gold Award visited Schools of Hope in Hope and encourage global as they take fun dance class- nity or on an international won ten Tony Awards. project and returned home Thailand. leadership by local youth. es, watch performances, level. “I think there is a LCAC was founded in with a definite plan. She’d “Before I went there, I She hopes to establish a listen to outreach speak- responsibility that comes 1966. It is a nonprofit always intended to support had this insane expectation youth health center to pro- ers, engage in leadership with the privileges we have, organization composed Schools of Hope, a nonprofit that I’d be able to ‘save’ mote sanitation and pre- training, interact with local living in the United States, of 24 local educational organization with the mis- these orphans,” she says. ventative care and expand a non-profit organizations, to make the world a better and arts groups dedicated sion of establishing schools “Their living conditions youth development program and enjoy snacks and mu- place,” she says. “Everyone to strengthening arts edu- along the border of Thailand were deplorable, like I ex- to provide a baby kit and sic. Admission is $12, but has gifts, and each one of cation in the schools and and Burma. Her uncle, Bart pected, but these children nourishment for children participants are encouraged us can use our gifts to fulfill nurturing the arts in our Broadman, was one of the were so happy, kind, and born in the refugee clinic. to raise more money. that responsibility.” community. Information organization’s early donors. joyful. I realized they didn’t The project supports the The idea behind the event Participants will be split can be found at www. “Last spring I had the need to be saved by me, but theme of Girl Scouts’ USA’s is two-fold. Taylor wants to into two groups: juniors lcac.org. idea of holding a dance I could contribute to their next World Thinking Day raise money for her Schools (ages 10-13) and seniors fest fund-raiser, but I didn’t overall health.” on Feb. 22, 2013—“togeth- of Hope project and also (See FEST, page 7) 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 'Dynamic Duo' of World Music Performing at the Firehouse Firehouse Arts Cen- cluded Best Acoustic Album Carlos learned to play a has shared the concert stage ter will host the return to of All Time for Every Step number of instruments, in- with great artists from Craig Pleasanton of the “dynamic of the Way, Guitarist of the cluding guitar, bass, man- Chaquico, The Crusaders, duo” of world music, Pep- Year–Fingerstyle Guitar dolin, keyboards, as well as The Rippingtons, Roy Rog- pino D’Agostino and Carlos and Acoustic Guitarist of mastering a variety of elec- ers to Charlie Daniels, Wyn- Reyes on Friday, October 12, the Year. tronic devices and special ef- ona Judd, Clint Black, Willie at 8:00 p.m. Jazz-rock harpist and fects, many of which he will Nelson, John Handy, The The Firehouse Arts Cen- violinist Carlos Reyes has bring to the Firehouse stage. Doobie Brothers, Rocker ter is located at 4444 Rail- been breaking musical bar- He made his debut on Steve Miller and many more. road Avenue in downtown riers since his first public harp with the Oakland Sym- Peppino D’Agostino Pleasanton. Parking is free. performance at the age of phony and his debut on the combines his extraordinary Peppino D’Agostino five. Born in Paraguay South violin with the Oakland talent with the charismatic doesn’t just play the guitar. America, he began his mu- Youth Symphony at just personality of talented Bay He composes, arranges, im- sical education at the age fourteen years of age. He has Area harpist and violinist provises, and collaborates. of three and a half on the worked in the professional Carlos Reyes for one night D’Agostino has been hailed violin. A few years later, recording industry for com- only. Tickets are adults as “a guitarist’s guitarist” by his father, a musical and mercials, as solo artist, and $15, $20 and $25; child $12. Acoustic Guitar magazine national hero in Paraguay, for the acclaimed children’s Tickets may be purchased as well as “a giant of the dared young Carlos to learn shows “Sesame Street” and online at www.firehousearts. acoustic guitar” (San Diego the complicated 36 string na- “Villa Alegre” when he was org up to two hours prior to Reader). tive Paraguayan harp. Being still in his teens. Carlos the performance, by phone at Acclaimed as a schol- called a child prodigy at an thrilled thousands of loyal (925) 931-4848, or in person ar, technician, master gui- early age he took his father’s followers with the Jazz- at the Firehouse Arts Center tarist and poet, Peppino challenge seriously, Carlos Rock group Merlin. Box Office, 4444 Railroad D’Agostino has collected a purchased his first harp for Peppino D’Agostino and Carlos Reyes Reyes has backed such Avenue, Pleasanton. plethora of Acoustic Guitar $50.00 when he was just ten artists as Chuck Mangione, The entrance to free park- Magazine awards in recent years old. Two weeks later, fessional harp concert. Since ground breaking levels. Bill Evans, Clark Terry, Pat ing is on Spring Street near years. In 2008 alone, His he earned a double encore then he has taken the Harp Continuing his musical Travers, MC Hammer. He First Street. Players’ Choice Awards in- and $250.00 at his first pro- and its music to new and education, at an early age Comedian Greg Hahn Headlines Comedy@Firehouse

The Firehouse Arts Cen- premiered at the Sundance hone her “quirky, fun” style. ter’s Comedy @Firehouse Film Festival. He appeared Always a “clean” comedian, Arts series continues with at major festivals and en- Marianne performed at col- comedians Greg Hahn and joyed many successful tele- leges throughout the coun- Marianne Sierk. vision appearances. When try and then moved to Los The show goes on appearing on Star Search, Angeles, Calif. to bring her Wednesday, October 10, at Hahn was discovered by silly style to commercials 7:30 p.m. The Firehouse Art Tom Griswold of the nation- and small films. She contin- Center is located at 4444 ally syndicated Bob & Tom ues to make videos, shoot Railroad Avenue in down- Radio Show. Now a regular commercials, and entertain town Pleasanton. on the show, he has starred audiences with her carefree, Hahn’s wild, likeable on the Bob @ Tom Comedy animated style. She can style has led to numerous Central Special and also be seen as a regular com- television, club, corporate headlines the Friends of The mentator on NBC’s Com- and theater appearances Bob @ Tom Theater Tour. ics Unleashed, The BBC’s throughout the country. He Opening for Hahn is Mar- The World Stands Up and is a favorite on the nationally ianne Sierk who, realizing Comedy Central’s Live at syndicated Bob and Tom Ra- Comedy @Firehouse Arts her dream of becoming a Gotham. dio Show and has appeared Wednesday night series theatrical star was not go- Tickets are $15 for gener- on Late Night with Conan ing to materialize, thought, al admission on a first-come, O’Brien, Comedy Central, continues on October 10th “I could tell horrible jokes first-served basis. They may CBS, ABC, FOX, MTV and Corps captain and working actor in the Wild Wild Wild with Greg Hahn (left) and and get no laughs!” A year be purchased online at www. CMT. His energetic, “all as a buyer for Lockheed West Stunt Show at Univer- opening act, Marianne into her stand-up career, she firehousearts.org, by phone out” style of physical hu- Corporation, Hahn turned sal Studios. Sierk. Hahn’s show is caught the attention of the at (925) 931-4848, or in mor, one liners and audience professional as a stand-up After honing his comedic described as “no waiting, producers of the VH1 show, person at the Firehouse Arts interaction are described as comedian. He landed a job style, Hahn developed into just immediate panic and I Love the 80’s. She became Center Box Office. “no waiting, just immediate as emcee for a lumberjack a touring headliner and co- pandemonium.” a commentator on the show The entrance to free park- pandemonium and panic.” show at Six Flags Great starred in the independent which led to more than 20 ing is on Spring Street near After serving as Marines America and worked as an film Tomorrow Night which appearances and helped her First Street. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 3 SF Opera Adler Fellows Alumni Star in Livermore Valley Opera’s “La bohème” 2012 SEASON2013 La bohème October 6, 7, 13, 14, 2012 La bohème is the story of bohemians living in the La bohème Livermore Valley Opera Latin quarter of Paris, and OCT 6–14 2 & 8pm for Brancoveanu’s vision, it is Paris of the late 1800s. A poet, a painter, a musician, a philosopher, a seamstress, P a c i fi c and a singer, all of whom Chamber have dreams larger than their wallets and the rent is past Symphony due. But for all they lack in All Mozart FRI OCT 12 8pm funds, they do not starve for Artwork by JEB Design, Inc. either their love of life or each other. “The love story of Mimi West and Rodolfo is one of, if Side not the most famous of all operatic love stories ever Story Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre written,” explains Wells. “As OCT 20–NOV 4 2 & 8pm Rodolfo sings ‘Che gelida manina (Your tiny hand is frozen...), the moment when Mimì and Rodolfo meet and Natalie first touch is one of the very MacMaster great moments of opera. Cape Breton Fiddle Virtuoso With Marie’s powerful voice TUE OCT 23 7:30pm and stage presence, paired Soprano and Metropolitan Opera artist Marie Plette and Tenor David Gustafson are with David’s wonderfully ill-fated lovers in LVO's March 2012 production of "Tosca." They will again sing dramatic tenor voice, that Ed Larson the lead roles for LVO's "La boheme," which opens this Saturday at the Bankhead moment this weekend will The Unequal Race Theater in Livermore. be amazing!” for the South Pole Performance details and Rae Dorough Speakers Series events: October 6, 2012; THU OCT 25 7:30pm By Heidi Massie Colline and LVO favorite have the opportunity to work 8pm; October 7, 2012; 2pm; There will be no shortage baritone Eugene Brancove- with and direct such a stellar Ice cream and Opera; Octo- of talent on stage this week- anu, as Marcello, were part cast of artists for one of the ber 13, 2012; 8pm; October end at the Bankhead Theater of the Adler Fellows pro- most beloved and performed 14, 2012; 2pm; Ice cream Four when Livermore Valley Op- gram early in their careers, operas in the world.” and Opera; Opening Night Freshmen era’s (LVO) production of leading them to the major Another LVO favorite Gala celebration dinner at Fresh Take on Old Favorites La bohème opens Saturday roles they now perform in artist is tenor David Gus- Uncle Yu’s at the Vineyard, THU NOV 1 7:30pm night, Oct. 6. Several of the operas across the country. tafson as Rodolfo, (Tosca, 4:30pm. principal singers are alumni Brancoveanu will also Die Fledermaus), a San Performances are at the of the prestigious San Fran- direct the opera. Francisco Opera dramatic Bankhead Theater, 2400 Dan Zanes cisco Opera Adler Fellows, a “We have a very talented tenor known for his robust First St., Livermore. program that offers intensive group of principal singers and expressive voice and has Tickets are adults $39- and individual training and roles for La bohème,” says Eliza- appeared in Europe, Asia, $74; students 18 and young- Friends of increasing importance in beth Wells, LVO’s Execu- and throughout the USA. er $10 off on all days, all A Toe-Tapping San Francisco Opera's main- tive Director. “Each role is “The first time I heard seating sections (student ID Woodstock for Kids stage season program. demanding physically and David sing was while re- required). SAT NOV 3 10am Soprano and Metropoli- emotionally and they have hearsing a duet with him for Tickets may be purchased tan Opera artist Marie Plette what it takes to deliver a a performance, and when he at the theater box office, CALL CLICK as Mimi, soprano Kristin powerful performance.” began to sing, I was amazed www.bankheadtheater.org 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org Clayton as Musetta, bass- Director Brancoveanu by his voice, his power,” or 373-6800. COME BY baritone Phillip Skinner, as agrees, “I am so privileged to says Brancoveanu. 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 Reception Fetes Vineyard Paintings, Haiku the Independent’s Harvest Wine Magazine. She has worked as an artist for more than 30 years. Before focusing on painting, she owned the California Art Foundry and Nova Starling Designs which sold her original creations through the national gift market. Small canvas and paper prints of the vineyard series and others will be available only during the reception. DePolo is a poet and playwright living in Denver, Colorado. She has published two books of poetry, Char- acter Sketches and Past Lives. Each of these works Lawrence Kohl conducts. has been the basis of multi- dimensional exhibitions featuring her poetry, visual 'Walnuts and Grapes' by Nova Starling art and performance. She 'The Magic of Mozart' has been granted residency Pacific Chamber Sym- Concerto will be the Pa- Symphony blends the power awards by The Ucross Foun- Livermore vineyards an impression unobtainable phony presents “The Magic cific Chamber Symphony and tonal richness of a full are the focus of an art and by the works separately. dation and the Jentel Artists’ principal horn player, Glen symphony orchestra with Residency. of Mozart” at 8:00 on Friday, poetry exhibition, “Haiku The artistic styles of both October 12, at the Bankhead Swarts. Glen is a star prod- the intimate clarity and deli- Meets HiChroma,” on dis- painter and poet have much DePolo works as a Visual Arts Consultant. Her first Theater in Livermore. uct of the local Bay Area cate nuances of a chamber play at Prudential California in common. The HiChroma play is in preliminary read- For its first concert of music scene. music ensemble. Under the Realty, 1780 First Street, Paintings use brevity of in- ings at two regional theaters the 2012-2013 season, Pa- He grew up in Vallejo and guidance of dynamic Mae- Livermore, Oct. 1 through formation in form and detail, in Denver. cific Chamber Symphony received his Bachelors and stro Lawrence Kohl, these Nov. 17. a precise style, intensity of Painter and poet met will present an all Mozart Masters in Music Perfor- brilliant professionals offer The public is invited color to affect emotions and many years ago, perhaps program; Symphony No. mance from San Francisco insightful interpretations to attend a wine and hors senses and opens to the pos- caught by each other’s imag- 40 in G minor (K.551); State University. Early on performed at the highest d’oeuvres reception on Sat- sibility of a diverse and mul- inative personality. Each a taste of opera with an Glen became principal horn level of professional excel- urday, Oct. 6, 5-7 p.m. tifaceted response. Haiku evolving at a great distance, overture turned into a sym- with the Carmel Bach Festi- lence. “Haiku meets HiChro- Poetry uses simple words, it is perhaps a statement phony: Symphony in D (La val and the Berkeley, Marin, The concert is at 8:00 ma” brings together the a concise form, intensity of about true friendships to be Finta Giardiniera Overture) Fremont and Modesto Sym- on Friday, October 12, at Vineyard Paintings of Liver- thought via imagery and is united again in this creative (K.196/121); a little fun phonies where he was also the Bankhead Theater in more artist Nova Starling an opening to the infinite. space. Artwork and Poetry outdoors music: Cassation featured soloist. Livermore. and the Haiku poetry of Starling, a local award can be found online at nov- No. 2 in B-flat (K.99; and In 1993 he was invit- Tickets are $45/$36/$30, Hilary DePolo. winning artist, will be show- astarling.com/art the humorous and virtuosic ed to France to be a guest $7 students, and are avail- Starling’s passionate use ing her original abstract The exhibition is avail- French Horn Concerto No. 2 artist in the Opera Lyon’s able at the Bankhead The- of color evokes a sense of Vineyard Paintings inspired able for viewing during in E-Flat (K.417) with Glen world premiere production ater Box Office, 2400 First wonder. DePolo’s poetry by the Livermore landscape regular business hours, or Swarts, Pacific Chamber of Debussy’s Rodrigue et Street, Livermore, by phone conveys the spirit of the and other works. “Winter by contacting Cher Wollard Symphony Principal French Chimene with Kent Nagano at (925) 373-6100, or online paintings and enhances their Vines” was selected Fall at 925-824-4824 or cherw@ Horn conducting. at livermoreperformingarts. artistic impact. The result is 2011 to be cover design for cherw.com. The soloist for the Horn The Pacific Chamber org. Community Invited to Take Part in Harvest Festival at School The community is invited activities for all ages and trucks including Lobster will support various local “We are delighted to wel- “Our school has been a part to a Harvest Festival at Val- will feature live music by Shack. charities chosen by VMS come our neighbors to our of the Livermore Valley for ley Montessori School in “Bones,” a scarecrow gar- Valley Montessori students, and teachers and campus and to create this over 35 years, and we are Livermore on Saturday, Oc- den, a petting zoo, game School is located at 1273 non-perishable food col- special day for families to thrilled to bring the com- tober 6th from 10am to 2pm. booths and gym activities. North Livermore Avenue in lected will be donated to enjoy,” says VMS Associate munity together for this Lunch will be available “on Livermore. the Alameda County Com- Head of School, Ann Clark. exciting event.” The event will have free the grid” from local food Games and activities munity Food Bank. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 5

UPCOMING EVENTS at the Vineyard Tasting room Wente Restaurant: A Garden of Seasonal Freshness AT WENTE on Arroyo, Sunday, October 14, Harvest Festival at Wente 2012, 2:00pm - 3:30pm. If you by Laura Ness pear notes make it delight- additional chains coming on go the way of the current Estate Winery, Saturday, Octo- love sweets, this is your chance Every time I go back to fully food-friendly. board in the near future. The millennial-chasing produc- ber 6. Tour sessions will be held to sample a delectable combina- Wente Restaurant, there’s Whatever you choose to whole idea behind entwine, ers and get on the sweet at 10:00am, 12:00pm & 2:00pm, tion of Wente Vineyards’ dessert something new and fresh pair or not, do save room for Hoopes says, is to make wine bandwagon, Hoopes at the Estate Winery Tasting wines paired with sinfully deli- on the menu, and that’s dessert, because pastry chef consumers feel as comfort- resolutely states, “No sweet Room. Watch the winemaking cious dessert creations from the process and sample from Wente Pastry Team. $20 per person, or the whole point. That big Melissa Duesler has some able with wine as they have wines!” After all, entwine Vineyards’ Small Lot produc- $15 Club Wente Members. Res- center table in the main tempting works of culinary become with food. The mes- is part of a food and wine tion. $20 per person, and $15 ervations required: 456-2305, or dining room is now being art into which it is perfectly sage on the cork drives home experience, not a replace- for Club Wente Members (plus purchase tickets online. used to slice the wonderful acceptable to dig a fork or the point: “Love your wine; ment for cola. tax). Space is limited. Call (925) Winery of the Year Cel- fresh breads and show- spoon. My, my, the choco- Love your food.” Amy ex- At 150k cases, the en- 456-2305. ebration, October 20, at the case seasonal produce. It late cream pie with broiled plains, “The Food Network twine brand also includes Chef’s Fall Garden Tour Estate Winery, 11 til 4:30. Join makes you feel like you’ve coffee marshmallow top- has empowered people to Chardonnay and Cabernet, & Tasting, Tuesday, October 9, the party at Wente Vineyards stepped into the kitchen of ping, served with walnut ice be more comfortable with and will go full national in 2012, 10:30am - 12:00pm. Join Estate Winery and taste wines a French country estate. The cream and coffee anglaise, is food. We’re partnering with Target as of October. Just Executive Chef Matt Greco and from Murrieta’s Well, Wente Master Gardener Diane Dovho- Vineyards, Tamás Estates and dishes that Wente’s CMO & a true triumph. Divine! a trusted resource that the one more way Wente is luk for an exclusive tour of The entwine, while enjoying live EVP of Global Sales, Amy This is a place to come common person is comfort- bringing consumers every- Restaurant’s half-acre organic music by Ruckatan. Wine tast- Hoopes, and I, sampled at again and again, to sample able with. entwine is helping where a little taste of wine production garden. Chef Matt ings are $10 per person and $5 a recent meal ran the gamut all the seasons of the garden people to enjoy wine more country hospitality, Liver- will take ingredients harvested for all wine club members. from healthy, green and and to bask in the beauty of often, with confidence. Let’s more style. Of the broader that morning and prepare a Muestra de Arte, Saturday, good for you, to decadent the setting. Truly this is one face it, the wine category is mission to get Livermore tasting, illustrating ingredient- October 27, 2012, 11:00am and downright calorific. of Livermore’s finest trea- overwhelming to consum- on the lips of wine seekers driven wine country cuisine, - 4:30pm, at Murrieta’s Well Executive Chef Matt Greco sures, and a dining experi- ers.” in the far-flung 49 states, paired with a sampling of Winery. Celebrate the end of has been there about a year ence you will not forget. It’s Tasting the 2010 Pinot Hoopes admits, “The na- Wente Vineyards wines. $20 per summer and the beginning of person, or $15 for Club Wente fall with works of fine art by now, and along with new about fresh and local, and Grigio is a pleasure. It to- tional story is still lacking. Members. Space is limited. local artists. Sample artisan sous-chef Courtney Loreg, it’s not just for special oc- tally fits the profile that Distribution of more Liver- Reservations are required. A cheeses and enjoy wine tast- is adding zesty things to casions. Perhaps you think Hoopes described: slightly more brands is needed.” special two-course meal sourced ings in the historic barrel room the menu, like a salad of it’s too expensive, but really crisp and refreshing, for sure Still, you have to start some- from the garden available at at Murrieta’s Well. Admission garden melon, prosciutto, it’s on par with what you’d not Chardonnay, and walk- place, and Target might just $19. Call (925) 456-2305, or is free. Wine tastings are $10 fennel and burrata, tossed pay for a meal at upscale ing that fine California line be a bullseye. purchase tickets online. per person; complimentary for with basil and almond vin- downtown eateries, with between green and lean and Dessert and Wine Tasting Silver Spur members. aigrette. A most delectable tons more charm. Just driv- pineapply plush. The result and unusual appetizer is ing down Arroyo, past all works very nicely as a good pickled tomatillos that are those vineyards, puts you in introduction to what Pinot at Bankhead battered and deep-fried: a better frame of mind. From Grigio from California, cer- a tangy treat! The lamb the moment you arrive, you tainly not from the Friuli or La bohème the Theater pastrami with coriander experience the generosity anywhere else in Venezia, and pickled onions on rye of genuine wine country should be. Ok, could be. crisps topped with arugula hospitality, and that is what Pinot Grigio is such a wild is scrumptious and would the Wente family is after. grape on the loose: you just have been darned amazing They are farmers, they love never know what you’re go- ivermore with Wente’s Reliz Creek the land entrusted to them ing to get. But for $12, the Pinot, which is actually and the restaurant is another price point for all entwine alley one of the few Wente wines venue where they invite you wines, this one’s a no-risk on the restaurant wine list. to taste what they’ve grown. adventure. Other brands from the Speaking of wine, Amy Entwine Merlot – wow, pera Livermore wine region are shared that the Riva Ranch I was seriously surprised. well-represented here, as Chard is the top selling wine This is darned good stuff, the restaurant is all about in Safeway stores through- and not just nice juice in a local. out Northern California. pretty package. The high- October 6, 13 Highly recommended How fitting for the 100th shouldered bottle is impres- is the fresh caught halibut anniversary of Chardonnay. sive, as is the label, bearing at 8 pm with seasonal succotash. She adds, “The proof is in the Food Network logo, and It’s so succulent and tasty, the bottle!” suggesting food pairings, October 7, 14 you will find yourself with Further to the Wente like pizza and salami. While at 2 pm few words as you grab brands, Hoopes says the not remarkably complex or for another slice of crusty entwine series, a partner- sonnet-worthy, this wine is bread to sop up every last ship between Wente and an acceptably accurate ren- delicious drop of the chan- the Food Network, is going dition of California Merlot. Tickets: The Bankhead Theater, terelle and truffle broth. great. Proof positive is their Drinkable, food-friendly, This dish would be perfect distribution for this line nicely acid-weighted, and with the 2011 Eric’s Small of wines, which includes presenting cherry, leather 2400 First Street, Livermore, Lot Chardonnay, a Chablis Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and black tea notes, this sets style rendition that sees no Merlot and Cabernet, is the stage for a good meal, online, or call 925.373.6800 oak and does not undergo steadily building. She cites and primes the consumer for malolactic, preserving the a newly established partner- further exploration into the natural brightness of the ship with Kroeger markets, world of wine according to www.LivermoreValleyOpera.com fruit. Its crisp apple and and Publix in Florida, with Wente. Asked if Wente will 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 Foundation Organized to Help Middle School Aged Children

By Carol Graham camps and programs. struggle the way I did. I When Genevieve “The premise is to believe that with the right Getman-Sowa first met provide opportunities role models, assistance, officer Mony Nop, he’d that are all-encompassing and leadership at the most been assigned to visit her - experiences that teach pivotal time of their lives, preschool students as part responsibility, accountabil- we can help minimize their of the Livermore Police ity, empathy, volunteerism, heartache and struggles, Department’s community communication skills, and charter a more success- outreach. interpersonal skills, and ful path.” “I was immediately work ethic,” said executive Added attendee Steve impressed with Mony’s assistant Nicole Sweeney. Goodman, “My 30-plus obvious joy in work- “Financial hardship is not years of involvement in ing with children. His a prerequisite for participa- public recreation have compassion for children’s tion.” taught me how precious welfare shone through that Nop’s inspiration young people are and how Fire Safety is the theme of the day at a free Fire Safety Expo hosted by the Livermore- day, and has continued comes from the hardships critical it is for the com- Pleasanton Fire Department on Saturday, October 13, 2012. The event is designed to shine over the years,” he faced during his own munity to help with their for the entire family and kicks off with a traditional fireman’s Pancake Breakfast.. said Getman-Sowa. “His childhood. He survived development. Investing dedication to improving the Cambodian Killing in our youth is one of the the lives of local children Fields as Pol Pot imposed most important things we has never wavered.” agrarian socialism on the can do as individuals or as Firefighters Host Fire Safety Expo Although Nop changed country, forcing millions a community.” The Livermore-Pleasan- public can take a tour of to support local charities careers earlier this year, to work in labor camps and The foundation eventu- ton Fire Department (LPFD) the Fire Safety Trailer and and the Fallen Firefighters ending his 16-year service on collective farms. The ally hopes to serve children joins the National Fire Pro- Training Facility, learn how Foundation. Fire Depart- as a police officer to effects of malnutrition, throughout the Tri-Valley, tection Association (NFPA) to use a fire extinguisher ment personnel will be on pursue real estate full time, starvation, disease, torture including high schoolers, in recognizing Fire Preven- at a special training, and hand throughout the event to his passion for service and executions resulted in although the pilot program tion Week from October obtain disaster preparedness answer questions and assist continued. the deaths of between two will be focused on Liver- 7 through October 13. In information. A kid’s obstacle the community in protecting On September 12, he and four million people. more while establishing observance of this week, course is also included in their loved ones from fire.In launched the Mony Nop Coming to the United program directives and LPFD will host a free Fire this fun family event, along 2010, U.S. fire departments Foundation with a pre- States at age 11, Nop building the infrastructure Safety Expo on Saturday, with demonstrations by the responded to 369,500 home sentation and mixer at understood for the first that will support a wider, October 13, 2012. The event Livermore Police Depart- structure fires. These fires the Civic Center Library time what it was like not regionally-based scholar- will be held at the Fire Train- ment K-9 unit, and a Crime caused 13,350 civilian inju- that brought together the to go to bed hungry, not to ship program. ing Tower located at 3301 Prevention Booth hosted ries, 2,640 civilian deaths, Board of Directors and have to ration one chicken Nop and Sweeney invite Busch Road in Pleasanton by the Pleasanton Police and $6.9 billion in direct community members who to last a week for a family support from the commu- from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Department. damage. According to the will work together for one of five. nity. “People can donate Noon. To kick-off the fun, the NFPA, one-third of Ameri- purpose: to support the Yet here he faced the their time or money,” said The event will feature Livermore-Pleasanton Fire- can households estimate area’s middle school-aged challenges of learning a Nop. “We need help with giveaways, firefighter dem- fighters Foundation will they would have at least 6 children. new language and adapt- the creation of our written onstrations, fire escape plan- host a Pancake Breakfast minutes before a fire in their “The goal of the ing to a new culture. He portfolio and social media ning, information on fire that begins at 8:00 a.m. home would become life foundation is to open worked on farms in Lodi outlets including a website, safety, and much more. The and continues to 10:00 a.m. threatening. Unfortunately, doors of opportunities for and at fast food restaurants Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.” the time available to escape children to participate in before becoming a police Board of Directors is often less. arts, athletics and leader- officer at 22 years old. member Chris Conway, This year’s campaign ship development,” said During his service in the said “People have an focuses on the importance Nop. “It’s my hope that Livermore Department, opportunity to make a dif- of fire escape planning and they’ll think of and help he was a familiar face on ference. The more people practice. others while receiving help campuses, often seen kick- in this community get “Fire safety is everyone’s themselves.” ing soccer balls or chatting involved, the greater op- responsibility and this event The foundation, cur- with the youngsters while portunities for our kids to will provide families with rently applying for non- acting as a DARE (Drug succeed and for our society the necessary information profit status, seeks to pro- Abuse Resistance Educa- to improve because of their necessary to protect them” vide Tri-Valley 6th through tion) officer. efforts.” stated LPFD Fire Marshal 8th grade children with “Children are innocent Those interested can Scott Deaver. volunteer opportunities and beautiful, yet they email Mony@monynop. For more information, and financial scholarships are the most vulnerable,” com or Nicole@monynop. please visit www.lpfire.org to attend youth enrichment Nop said. “I don’t want com. or call (925) 454-2361 children to suffer and THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 7 New Publication Features Series of Trail Maps Save Mount Diablo has “The map illustrates what the Los Vaqueros watershed, Diablo’s office, located at released the second edition has been accomplished and and Round Valley Regional 1901 Olympic Boulevard, of the “Mount Diablo, Los what private lands still need Preserve. Suite 320 in Walnut Creek, Vaqueros & Surrounding to be protected.” The map also shows a for $10.00, or by mail for an Parks, Featuring the Dia- The updated map is 60% proposed route for a 60-mile additional $2.50 in postage blo Trail” map. The original larger but designed to open “Diablo Grand Loop.” and handling (total $12.50). map was the first to show the and close efficiently with Save Mount Diablo’s For more information about entire Diablo Region with accordion folds. The map new map will be available the map visit SaveMount- nearly 40 parks and 520 displays protected lands to purchase at Save Mount Diablo.org. miles of trails. With 15,000 and trails within the Diablo more acres of protected wilderness which is roughly lands, a lot of updates were bounded north to south from Korrine Croghan needed both in the cartogra- Suisun Bay to Highway phy as well as in the size of 580 through the Altamont KC SwimStrong Fundraising the map itself. As with all Pass, and west to east from non-profit projects, the map Highway 680 to the Byron This Weekend wouldn’t have been possible Highway. Of the 338,000 without volunteers. This one acres shown, over 110,000 Swimmers throughout lier this year, Team KC and required a father son duo. are now protected. the Tri-Valley are getting TTFF formed a partnership Mike McCormack was The map presents the 30- ready to dive in to help to ensure that funds raised happy to lend his skills, mile Diablo Trail, including raise money to support pe- by Team KC could be dedi- “For the past year and a an elevation profile. Save diatric oncology patients cated to meet the immediate half, my son Tommy and I Mount Diablo wanted to and their families at the an- needs of pediatric cancer have been working on Save create a map that specifically nual Team KC SwimStrong patients and their families. Mount Diablo’s volunteer details the Diablo Trail as Swim-a-thon fundraising Since the partnership, map committee to produce it winds through six dif- event scheduled for Sunday, all funds raised on behalf an update to our highly ferent open spaces—Shell October 7 from 10 a.m. to of Team KC are paid to and popular and ground breaking Ridge Open Space, Diablo tax deductible through The regional outdoor recreation Foothills Regional Park, Mt. 4 p.m. in Livermore at the map.” Mike, who chaired the Robert Livermore Commu- Taylor Family Foundation Diablo State Park, Morgan and earmarked for Team KC map committee, and his son, Territory Regional Preserve, nity Center. Tommy, spent hundreds of In addition to a bake sale use only. To register to swim dur- hours updating land statuses and barbecue, this year’s and trails with Geographical event includes a raffle with ing the event, visit www. teamkcswimathon.com. For Information Systems (GIS), Explore Works from over 150 Artists prizes ranging from dinners a skill Tommy learned be- at local restaurants to signed more information about fore graduating from college Contemporary to Traditional memorabilia from 2012 Team KC, visit www.kor- a few months earlier. Olympic Gold Medalists rinecroghan.blogspot.com. The new map details Art Demonstrations Dana Vollmer and Maggie Team KC was founded in more than 110,000 acres of Steffens. Dinner cooked by honor of Korrine Croghan, protected land throughout Live Acoustic Music Vollmer and her husband who died at the age of 14 Central and Eastern Contra Andy Grant at the winning from an aggressive form Costa County and portions Wine Bar on the Plaza bidder’s home is the show- of choriocarcinoma rarely of Alameda County. “No Facepainting & Kid’s Activities case of the silent auction. found in young girls. Team other map shows all of the This is the 5th swim-a- KC’s mission is to help Diablo area parks in a uni- Art Banner Auction thon event held by Team KC improve the quality of life fied design and in regional and the first since joining of pediatric cancer patients context," remarked Seth Ad- forces with The Taylor Fam- and their families. ams, Save Mount Diablo’s ily Foundation (TTFF). Ear- Land Programs Director. Free Admission FEST Downtown Livermore (continued from front page) Benefits the (ages 14-17). Each group classes, including an extra The event will take place will rotate between dance adult class for $10. at Foothill High School from Bothwell Arts Center classes, performances, Taylor’s goal is to com- 1:30 to 5:30 pm on Saturday, speakers, and nonprofit plete her project by her 18th Oct. 13 and is open to youth booths. Among the speakers birthday in mid-January. ages 10 to 17. There is a $12 are Steve Wilde, pastor of She’s been a Girl Scout minimum sponsorship to artwalklivermore.org First Presbyterian Church in since kindergarten, so the participate, with no charge 925.447.ARTS Livermore, and Hallie Pond, Gold Award has been on her for adult volunteers or troop youth programming coordi- mind for many years. “At leaders/chaperones. To learn nator at Free the Children. this point, it’s not even about more and to register, visit Marissa Vessels, founder the Gold Award. Once I saw http://dancefest.eventbrite. of IMPACT Alliance, will the refugees in Thailand, I com. To learn more about conduct the leadership train- realized it’s not something I Schools of Hope, visit www. ing. Raquel Call of Zumba could ever walk away from,” activesocialresponsibility. Fitness will lead Zumba she says. com/schoolofhope.html#. October 13 ∙ 11am to 5pm 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012

p.m. To signup, contact Way Up Art & p.m. Buy a glass of Livermore Valley able Dixieland Traditional Jazz now Appearing are Chanticleer veteran Frame, 443-3388 or email frameit@ Wine or Flight and order a Flatbread at Sunol Jazz Cafe`. Comfort food actors C. Conrad Cady, Lindi Press, wayupartandframe.com. for half price. Take the wine puzzle served up with Smokin' Hot Jazz every Svetlana Coutre, Kai Brothers and John Art Critique & Coffee Hangs at Coffee challenge. Ask the wait staff for the 1st and 3rd Wednesday Mission Gold Sellen. Opens October 19th and runs Ali, Friday at 10 a.m. sharing latest wine puzzle. Information call (925) Jazz Band. Dinner orders begin at 6 Friday and Saturday through November work and a gentle critique to fine tune 215-2656 or visit www.winemaker- pm; music from 7:30. 10th at 8:00 pm with matinees on work. Original paintings from a group spourhouse.com. Chris Bradley's Jazz Band, plays at the Sunday October 28th and November of Local Professional and Emerging La Luna Friday, evening of tapas, live Sunol Jazz Cafe (In the Center of Sunol) 4th at 2:00 pm. Tickets at $18 general artists, with a New Theme, create New music and wines on the terrace of the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month admission and $15 seniors 60+ and Works each month. Grab a cup of cof- Murrieta's Well on Oct. 5, 6 to 9 p.m. 7:30-9:30 p.m. The band features real students are at chanticleers.org or fee and pull up a chair to hear what we 3005 Mines Road, Livermore. $50 per Jazz from the 1920's. 510-SEE-LIVE. Chanticleers Theatre, have to say and enjoy Original Fine Art. person, $40 Silver Spur Club members Hot Buttered Rum Very Tasty!, Oct. 5, 3683 Quail Avenue, Castro Valley. For more information Google: Poetry on plus tax; ticket includes live music, 8 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Asbury Follies, Saturday October 20, Canvas Pleasanton or call Claudette tapas and wine. Reservations are Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. www. 2012, Asbury United Methodist Church, 510 543-4776. required. Call 925.456.2395. www. firehousearts.org 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. www.as- Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- murrietaswell.com John Payne with ASIA, Oct. 6, 8 p.m. burylivepresents.com, 925-447-1950. Art in the Park will be held Oct. 5 and 6 at Central Park ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 Wente Vineyards Estate Winery, Harvest Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad West Side Story, Tri-Valley Reper- are welcome to join this class. Classes Tour and Tasting, Sat., Oct. 6, view Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. tory Theatre mainstage musical, in San Ramon, Alcosta Blvd. and Bollinger Canyon cover drawing, painting, print-making, winemaking process while sampling org. weekends, Oct. 20-Nov. 4, Bankhead Roads. Over 75 artists will be there to explain their work. sculpture and ceramics. For further several vintages from Small Lot winery. Perla Batalla, Oct. 7, 2 p.m. Firehouse Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. 8 A new feature this year is chalk artists drawing on the information please contact Thomasin 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. sessions. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Dewhurst at (925) 216-7231 or $20 per person, $15 Club Wente mem- Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Sundays. www.bankheadtheater.org or Community Center Plaza. There is a judged Inside Art [email protected] or visit bers, plus tax. Space is limited. 5565 Jake Shimabukuro, Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m. 373-6800. Show, live music, children's art activities, a train ride, http://childrensartclassesprojects. Tesla Rd., Livermore. (925)456-2305. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., California Theatre Center, The Sleeping blogspot.com/ Tenuta Vineyards. Saturday, October 6. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org Beauty, 9:30 and 11 .a.m., Oct. 31, and food and a wine booth. Admission is free. Livermore Art Classes, Artist and art "Dances with Wild Game" Fall Festival or 373-6800. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., instructor, Thomasin Dewhurst offers BBQ. 6-9:30pm $65 per person. Pacific Chamber Symphony, Fri., Oct. Livermore. Includes lesson guide. www. art instruction to children and adults. Venison, Salmon, Duck & Turkey. Come 12, 8 p.m. Mozart: Symphony #40 in ctcinc.org., 800-606-0424. enjoy a night of great food, dancing and G minor Haydn: Sinfonia Concer- ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Pleasanton Art Walks, meet at 9 a.m. Classes cover painting, drawing, wine. 633 Kalthoff Common Livermore tante for solo quartet and orchestra. Livermore Art Association Gallery, in the parking lot next to City Hall, 200 sculpture, ceramics, collage, animation COMEDY (925) 960-1006. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., located in the Carnegie Building, offers Old Bernal Avenue (adjacent to the and construction. For further informa- Comedy@ Firehouse Arts, Greg Hahn, Dog Day Afternoon, Wente Vineyards, Livermore. . www.bankheadtheater.org art classes, unusual gifts, painting public library). Guest leaders Nancy tion please call (925) 216-7231 email headliner, Marianne Sierk, opener, Sat., Oct. 13, noon to 4 p.m. at the Es- or 373-6800. rentals, art exhibits and information and Gary Harrington, will lead the walk. [email protected] or visit Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 7:30 tate Winery, 5565 Tesla Rd., Livermore. Peppino D'Agostino & Carlos Reyes pertaining to the art field, 2155 Third Tour repeated Nov. 10; other walks http://childrensartclassesprojects. pm. Firehouse Arts Center is located at Win prizes for Best Wag, Best Hair, and World Music, Oct. 12, 8 p.m. St., Livermore. The gallery has been planned for Oct. 13 and Dec. 8, as well blogspot.com 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. For Best Costume. Animal Communicator, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad open since 1974 and is run as a co-op as Oct. 20. Allow at least 90 minutes Piano lessons, Private and small group tickets, call 931-4848 or go to www. Charles Peden. Murphy's Paw, Valley Avenue, Pleasanton. www.firehouse- by local artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. for each Art Walk. These walks will be piano lessons available for beginning firehousearts.org Humane Society, and The Dog School arts.org 11:30-4 p.m. For information call on paved, level sidewalks, mostly in a students. Lessons include playing will also be onsite. Wines available by Close to You: A Live Tribute to the 449-9927. loop along Main Street, with some side practice, theory, expression and an DANCE the glass and bottle. No entry fee. For Carpenters, Oct. 14, 2 p.m. Firehouse Pleasanton Art League, fall members excursions.. There will be restrooms introduction to various types of music Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn information call 925-456-2305. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, exhibit at the Harrington Gallery in the and drinking fountains along the way. and composers. Private classes are how to dance with great instructors Fenestra Winery, Gold Rush, Sat., Oct. Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Participants are encouraged to wear $15 per half hour and group lessons from It's All About Dancing, new dance 13, noon to 5 p.m. Taste Gold Medal- Natalie MacMaster, fiddle virtuoso, Oct. Ave., Pleasanton. Sept. 15-Oct. 20. comfortable shoes and dress in layers are $12 per student per half hour (up every week from Salsa, Tango, Swing winning wines. This special event 23, 7:30 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 www.firehousearts.org. for the changing temperature. World to 4 students). For more information and more. Group lesson starts at 7:30, will showcase all of our Gold Medal First St., Livermore. www.bankhead- 14th Annual Art in the Park Fine Arts Walk to Wellness hosts Saturday please call (925) 216-7231 email followed by open dance until 9:45 in winners from the 2012 competitions. theater.org or 373-6800. Festival, Oct. 6 and 7, 10 a.m. to 5 morning walks for all who are inter- [email protected] or visit our new location at the Bothwell Arts American Idol’s Season 11 “Golden Kathy Kallick Band, Friday, October 26, p.m. Central Park, San Ramon. A fund- ested. Contact walks@worldwalk- http://childrensartclassesprojects. Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore; 925- Ticket” winner – Wolf Hamlin – will 2012, Asbury United Methodist Church, raiser for Art in the Schools in the San towellness.org to receive (free) weekly blogspot.com/. 449-9292. $15. be playing 12:30 – 4:30pm; “Best in 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. www.as- Ramon Valley Unified School District e-mails of walk locations. Young Artists' Studio has openings in its Show Hot Dogs;" Chocolates by Snake burylivepresents.com, 925-447-1950. (SRVUSD). Showcasing the art of over school year art classes for youngsters VOLUNTEER & Butterfly; Art and crafts by local San Ramon Symphonic Band - Let’s 75 professional artists from all around MEETINGS/CLASSES in grades 2 through high school and Livermore-Amador Symphony needs vendors. Entry fee is $12.00 per person Dance, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m. Dougherty the Bay Area who work in painting, Introduction to Paper Folding: Pleating beyond. Classes will begin in October. string players starting this fall- and guests of Fanatics; no charge for Valley Performing Arts Center, Albion jewelry, ceramics, photography and and Simple Fold, instructor Goran All kinds of drawing and painting as -especially viola and cello players. Wine Club Members. 83 Vallecitos Rd., Rd., San Ramon; sanramonperformin- other media. Park located at the Konjevod. Taking signups for Septem- well as printmaking and sculpture are Please contact: Manager@LivAm- Livermore. For more information, visit garts.com. 973-3343. Corner of Alcosta Boulevard & Bol- ber and October series of 4 classes offered in our large and well equipped Symph.org or call the manager and the website at www.fenestrawinery. Pleasanton Community Concert Band, linger Canyon Road. Free admission, Friday evenings 7 to 9 p.m. $80 fee home studio. Peggy Frank has been leave a message at 925-447-8789. com or email info@fenestrawinery. "Chillers and Thrillers" family concert, children's hands-on art activities, live includes materials. Call to sign up 925- providing art experiences for valley Rehearsals are on Tuesday night at com. www.facebook.com/Fenes- Oct. 28, 2 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, music, food and wine, sidewalk chalk 353-0419 or stop by the Figurehead youth for over 30 years. Contact her by East Ave. Middle School in Livermore. traWinery. 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. art exhibition, juried art exhibition. Gallery, 2222 2nd St., Livermore email at [email protected] or by Concert season starts with Pops at firehousearts.org. Free, donations Alamo Danville Artists’ Society, San Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday phone at (925) 443-8755. the Livermore Comm. Center in Oct./ MUSIC/CONCERTS appreciated. Ramon Arts Foundation, and City of 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring Nov. followed by 4 concerts: Dec., Feb., Music every Saturday in the tasting San Ramon. www.ADAS4ART.org, www. their own materials and easels. Open WINERY EVENTS March and May at the Bankhead in room from 12 to 4; open every day ON THE STAGE sanramonarts.org, www.sanramon. to all artists. Professional artist models The Steven Kent Winery's second Livermore. See website for more info: if the gate is open and for sure on Incident at Vichy, Friday, Saturday ca.gov (nude). No instructor. Students under release of Lineage, their ultimate LivAmSymph.org Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 11 to 8pm; Sunday 2pm; Oct. 19 – Nov. 10, Coming Off the Wall, Oct. 3-27, new 18 need written parental permission to Bordeaux-style blend, is continuing a 5. Red Feather Winery, 5700 Greenville 2012, Role Players Ensemble presents works by Bill Paskewitz, exhibit at attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell track record of acclaim. The September AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS Rd., Livermore. Information at 449- Incident at Vichy by Arthur Miller. Figurehead Gallery, 2222 Second St., Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. issue of respected critic Wine Spectator Auditions, The Full Monty, Tri-Valley 1871 or www.redfeatherwinery.com The Village Theatre, 233 Front Street, Suite 21, Livermore. Artist's reception Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- Magazine awarded the 2008 Lineage Repertory Theatre production. Audi- Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- Danville. Tickets $20 - $28 – call Oct. 4, 6 to 9 p.m. 337-1799. able. Call or email Barbara Stanton "92 Points" and enthusiastically tions 10/21 at 7pm & 10/22 at 7pm. urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 (925) 314-3400 or buy tickets online at Art at Prudential Realty, Haiku meets for more info about the workshop, recorded that: "...Boldly ripe and fla- Call-backs (by invitation only) 10/28 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. www.villagetheatreshow.com or at the HiChroma: Artist Nova Starling :: 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ vorful, yet light on its feet, with supple, (5:30pm dance call, 7pm vocal and Tri-Valley Medieval and Renaissance Community Center, 420 Front St. Poet Hilary DePolo, Oct. 1 – Nov. 17th earthlink.net. harmonious layers of spice, floral, ripe read). 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite Collegium playing session for amateur Deathtrap Reception for Artist is Oct. 6 5-7 PM. Watercolor class, led by Dennis Collins, cherry, plum and dark berry flavors. , Chanticleers Theatre's 2012 101, Pleasanton. All roles open, no pay, musicians, Peter Maund, director. 1790 First Street, Livermore; Cher Oct. 10, 17 and 24, Bothwell Arts Remains elegant and light on its feet. season closer, is the longest running no AEA. Bring resume, headshot and Mondays 7:30–9:30 p.m. 7600 Dublin Wollard, 925-824-4824. Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Fee Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, comedy-thriller on Broadway and was conflict calendar. Be prepared for and Blvd., suite 370, Dublin. $25. Informa- Livermore ArtWalk, Oct. 13, artists $100. Collins is a signature member Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot. nominated for a Tony Award for Best dressed to dance. For more information tion [email protected] or exhibit in pocket parks and plazas in of the National Watercolor Society and The Winemaker's Pour House, Be Happy Play. Director Gary Wright has put www.trivalleyrep.org/auditions 925-424-1209 or 925-984-4395 downtown Livermore. www.bothwel- has twenty years experience teaching At "Happy Hour" with Livermore Valley together an outstanding cast to make Livermore-Amador Symphony As- Authentic New Orleans Style/Dance- lartscenter.org. art. Sessions are from 5:30 to 8:30 Wine. Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 4 to 6 this mystery an audience delight. sociation applications for the 40th an- THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 9

nual Competition for Young Musicians Reitman and starring Kevin Kline valleyconcertchorale.org or (925) Reading at 10 a.m. with theme crafts fair, Oct. 14, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hosted in the early 20th century. Admission is deadline is Sun., Oct. 7, 2012. Open and Sigourney Weaver. Room 2206. 866-4003. following. Donations appreciated. No by the Pleasanton Downtown Associa- $10. All lectures will begin at 7:30 pm. to instrumentalists and vocalists who Advanced registration for each movie reservations required. Large groups or tion, www.pleasantondowntown.net. Congregation Beth Emek is located at reside or attend school in Livermore, class is $10 by credit card. Enroll OPERA playgroups please phone in advance: Halloween Brew Crawl, Downtown 3400 Nevada Court in Pleasanton. For Sunol, Pleasanton, Dublin, or San online at laspositas.augusoft.net or call Livermore Valley Opera, Puccini's La 925.462.2766 or email: education@ merchants, restaurants and local more information: 510.318.6453. The Ramon. Students are eligible through 925-424-1467. Visitors are reminded Boheme October 6, 7, 13, and 14. museumonmain.org. 2012 M.o.M.’s breweries will come together on series is sponsored by Congregation grade 12. If not enrolled in high school, that the campus has a $2 parking fee. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Reading Time Dates and Themes: Octo- Saturday, October 20 for the Halloween Beth Emek and the Jewish Federation the maximum age is 17. All instru- Sing-A-Long with South Pacific, Liver- Livermore. . www.bankheadtheater.org ber 10, Creepy Critters; November 14, Brew Crawl, 5 to 8 p.m. Hosted by the of the East Bay. ments considered. Two winners will more Cultural Arts Council (LCAC) will or 373-6800. Thank You, Veterans; and, December Pleasanton Downtown Association, Livermore Downtown Halloween perform as soloists with the symphony hold a fund-raiser at the Vine Cinema 12, Light Up the Seasons. The Museum www.pleasantondowntown.net. Carnival, Saturday, October 27, 2012 on Feb. 23, 2013. Each winner/soloist on Thurs., Oct. 18. The festivities begin MISCELLANEOUS on Main is located at 603 Main Street Harvest Fair, Sat., Oct. 20, noon to 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. Activities for families will be awarded $300. Completed ap- at 7 p.m. Lyrics will be displayed on Political Issues Book Club meets the in historic downtown Pleasanton. p.m. Heritage Park and Museum, with children in the 5th grade and plications must be accompanied by an the screen. Tickets are $10 per person. 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Jeans & Jewels Goes Gatsby, Thurs., corner of Donlon Way and Dublin Blvd., younger. $5 Fun Passes are available $8 application fee and a CD or cassette They can be purchased at brownpaper- books about issues and trends that Oct. 4, 6 to 10 p.m. Tri-Valley Conser- Dublin; tractor pulled hay wagon rides, at the booths, day of, at Livermore Val- tape for preliminary screening. Addi- tickets.com or at the door beginning at are driving current affairs in both the vancy annual gala fund-raising event. food, arts and crafts, Bluegrass Band ley Plaza and J Street and at K Street. tional information at www.livamsymph. 6 p.m. on Oct. 18. national and international arenas. Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery, 410 music, historic schoolhouse and Kolb Livermore Downtown Association (925) org or by contacting the chairperson Firehouse Fright Night Movie Festival, Topics that have been covered include Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton. Hosted bar, House Museum open for tours. $5 373-1795. at 447-1947. the Firehouse is showing two movies politics, governance, economics, mili- dinner, dancing, cocktail, live auction. admission. 556-4500. Pleasanton Fall Scavenger Hunt, Little for the older crowd that will offer some tary affairs, history, sociology, science, 449-8706. www.trivalleyconservancy. Harvest Moon Barn Dance, Sat., Oct. boys and ghouls will line Main Street MOVIES Halloween chills, thrills and late night the climate, and religion. Contact Rich org. 20, 6 to 8 p.m. Heritage Park and for a Halloween scavenger hunt, Muse- Political Film Series, Las Positas “camp." Oct. 29, 9:30 p.m., Oct. 27, at 872-7923, for further questions Livermore Airport Open House, Sat., Museums, corner of Donlon Way and um on Main, 603 Main St., Pleasanton. College, open to the public, facilitated 10 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.cityofli- Dublin Blvd., Dublin. $5 admission. Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to noon. Hosted by discussion by Stuart McElderry, history Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. centered book group led by a small vermore.net 556-4500. the Pleasanton Downtown Association, professor at the College and author of firehousearts.org. group of book club veterans, with Ed Kinney Lecture Series, 7 p.m. An Fall 2012 lecture series, Congregation www.pleasantondowntown.net. the forthcoming political thriller "The reading selections based on member Evening with TV Horror Host John Beth Emek: Oct. 24, award-winning Revising Towards a Vision Workshop Barcelona File." Room 2206 or 2420, CHORAL recommendations and consensus. Stanley, Tues., Oct. 9. Firehouse historian Fred Rosenbaum, author of with Jose Faus, Oct. 20, noon. Fire- 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. Octo- Valley Concert Chorale, Songs of Laugh- No homework required– share your Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Taking Risks and Here There Are No house Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., ber 10: "State of the Union" - Directed ter – An Afternoon with Gilbert and insights or just listen in! Contact Susan Pleasanton. $10 general admission, Sarahs; Nov. 15 Professor Michael Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org. by Frank Capra and starring Spencer Sullivan, including The Mikado, Pirates at 337-1282 regarding the We’re $5 members & seniors, $3 students/ Nacht of UC Berkeley’s Goldman Earth Tones/Heart Sounds a Special Tracy and Katherine Hepburn; room of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore, and Talkin’ Books! Club. teachers with ID. All tickets are paid at School of Public Policy, speaking on Poetry Event, Oct. 21, 2 p.m. Firehouse 2420; October 17: "The Candidate" more. Raffle prize drawings. Sunday, Museum on Main, preschool pre- the door. All tickets are open seating. non-proliferation challenges in the Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleas- - Directed by Michael Ritchie and October 21, 3 p.m. at Asbury United literacy program, M.o.M.’s Reading Information www.museumonmain.org Middle East. Dec. 5 scholar Ken Cohen anton. www.firehousearts.org. starring Robert Redford; room 2420; Methodist Church, 4743 East Ave, Time. For ages 2 to 5 and families, free or (925) 462-2766. who will trace the creation of Tel-Aviv October 24: "Dave" - Directed by Ivan Livermore; tickets $40 each. www. reading program, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Fall antiques and collectibles street Ukulele Performer Continues to Sell-Out at the Bankhead Theater

During the first month invokes a blend of musical time around.” In addition guests The Kalama Brothers including returning artists The Bankhead Theater is of the Bankhead Theater’s influences and incorporates to Jake Shimabukuro, this on Friday evening, Decem- Robert Cray on Novem- located at 2400 First Street operation in 2007, an eve- unique playing techniques to season LVPAC welcomes ber 21, 2012 range from $34 ber 9th, The Kingston Trio in Downtown Livermore. ning performance by rising breathe fresh life into every- the return of blues guitarist to $54 for adults and $14 for on February 17, and “It’s To purchase tickets call star ukulele phenomenon thing from creative covers Robert Cray, The Kingston students. Tickets for all per- Magic” on April 21 can be 925-373-6800 or visit www. Jake Shimabukuro filled the of hard-driving rock and Trio, and a brand new “It’s formances in the 2012-2013 purchased now at the Bank- bankheadtheater.org house to capacity. He sold jazz songbook classics, to Magic” show, all of which LVPAC Presents season, head Theater box office. out before his return show traditional Hawaiian songs sold out in their last ap- in 2010 and this year, his and his own original work. pearance at the Bankhead upcoming performance on Last year LVPAC Pres- Theater. October 10, 2012, sold out a ents offered its largest sea- Tickets for the Jake full two months in advance. son to date featuring more Shimabukuro show on Oc- 'Livermore 'Super Readers' Recognized Shimabukuro’s con- than 50 shows with well tober 10th are completely The Livermore City the children checking in to City Council Meeting can cert will mark the second over half of them selling sold out, but for audiences Council congratulated get their name badges at the be viewed online at www. sold-out show in the new to full capacity. “Now that who are still looking for Livermore’s “Super Read- Civic Center Library, where tri-valleytv.org/VOD.html. 2012-2013 LVPAC Pres- we have multiple years of a taste of the islands this ers" prior to the council they were also invited to This event was made pos- ents season, which opened programming behind us, year LVPAC Presents has meeting on Sept. 24. The sign up for a gift certificate sible through the support of in September with “Cirque LVPAC has the opportunity scheduled a new holiday Super Readers are those drawing sponsored by the over forty (40) volunteers, Chinois” featuring the Na- to bring back those artists event, “Willie K’s Hawaiian who read 100 books dur- Friends of the Livermore including members of the tional Circus of the People’s who were exceptionally Christmas.” One of Hawaii’s ing the Livermore Public Library. Library staff and Friends of the Livermore Li- Republic of China. “Cirque well received, giving them most versatile artists, Wil- Library’s 2012 Summer volunteers then assisted par- brary and graduates from the Chinois” also performed to an opportunity to share their lie K’s island style shines Reading Program, “Dream ents and children in lining Livermore Citizen’s Police a sold-out house latest work,” said Len Alex- through everything he plays Big, Read." This year, over up and proceeding through Academy. Plans are already Called a “ukulele hero” ander, Executive Director of from blues and rock to 60’s six hundred twenty-five the Civic Center complex under way for Livermore by Rolling Stone maga- LVPAC. “Often audiences soul. He is an instinctive (625) children earned “Su- to the Council Chambers. Public Library’s 2013 Sum- zine, Shimabukuro is leave a great performance entertainer whose musicality per Reader” status and were Mayor John Marchand and mer Reading Program. For known worldwide for sin- wishing they could ‘see it and larger-than-life person- rewarded with a medal and theCouncilmembers Bob any questions, please con- glehandedly transforming again’ and this gives them ality never fails to connect an invitation to attend this Woerner, Laureen Turner tact the Livermore Public the humble ukulele into an the chance to do that, as with his audiences. Tickets special City Council event. and Stewart Gary shook Library at (925) 373-5504, instrument of remarkable well as makes it available for for “Willie K’s Hawaiian The evening began with each child’s hand. A record- or visit the website at www. virtuosity. Shimabukuro those who missed it the last Christmas” with special ing of this special Livermore livermorelibrary.net. 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012

together); and IMAC, in The Hal Chesnutt which the planes follow Memorial Field is on the a set routine, similar to Countdown Started north edge of the Liver- the required steps in ice more city limits at 4455 skating competition. Still Raymond Road. A sign another type of flying is to Granada’s announces the field with done by the “old timers.” its long shade structure. The plane is sent up high 50th Anniversary This is the home field of and the engine is switched the 130-member Liver- Livermore’s “Little” Airport off—the competition is “How many people feel for an alumni association. more Flying Electrons about endurance—how passionate about their high As they began discussing radio control flying club; long the flier can keep his school?” asks Granada High their varied experiences at plane in the air by catching it is open every day from alum Steve Goodman (class Granada, they decided that 8 am to sunset for the thermals, by circling into the wind and making shal- of ’72). “That’s the way Granada’s alumni associa- 130 members to fly their it is with Granada. It isn’t tion should be as unique as airplane models. Visitors low turns. Two fliers of old timer models are Dr. Joe any one thing—it’s the total Granada itself and include are welcome. The club experience." former students, teachers, leases the field from the Poco and Bill Copeland. To honor that experience, administrators, and families City of Livermore through In all these flights, the the Livermore Area Rec- model planes have either seven years ago Goodman and friends of the school. reation and Park District a gas engine or electric and Jan Freytag (retired The purpose of this new (LARPD). motor for power, and the teacher and administrator) Granada alumni associa- Earl Thompson and a flier has a radio transmitter started the annual Alumni tion will be to keep alumni group of Lab employees with maneuvering sticks. I BBQ as a pre-homecom- informed about classmates formed the Flying Elec- saw one bad crash in which ing game celebration. This and upcoming events; sup- trons under the lab’s recre- the plane was demolished. year’s Homecoming BBQ port Granada High in its Lenny told me that you ation program in the early Warbird (Photo by Bill Copeland) on October 12th at 5:00 in ongoing academic as well 1960s. Earl left for a while have to keep from becom- the Alumni Plaza starts the as extra-curricular activities; and came back to the club many tasks had to be done, ing too attached to your countdown to Granada’s and provide an indepen- in 1973. He wrote to me, including fencing, creat- banner around town to plane. Of course, that is 50th Anniversary. dent entity that benefits the “At that time it (the club) ing the shade structure and advertise the event. The old easy to say, but not so easy Granada High opened school. One of the first tasks was a mess, so I became tables, and the laying out runway had to be redone in to do when you might its doors in September of of the association will be to June 2004; it was replaced an officer and did my best of the runway. “All of the have spent nine months or 1963 with a freshman and a coordinate alumni activities at a cost of $36,000. It is to set the course to recov- membership had to pitch in more building it and sev- sophomore class. Construc- for the 50th anniversary asphalt, 400 feet by 40 feet. eral thousands of dollars. ery.” In the late 70s the to cover the unending list tion on the campus was not celebration next year. club pulled out of the lab, of jobs as they came up,” I have visited the field Everyone who wants to fly three times; each visit at the field has to pass a quite complete, so they spent “I started teaching at thus allowing them to open Earl recalled. “Usually first the first three months in Granada High in 1966,” says up their membership to in line to volunteer was was a delight—to witness check flight; for those who the expertise of the fliers need to learn more, the what was referred to as the Hauselt. “Granada Alumni the public. By doing this, Hal Chesnutt. He and his library wing of the Liver- and Associates is way to however, they lost their and their colorful planes’ club has a flight instructor. brother did the surveying more High campus. When give back and show our lab sponsorship money. for grading the runway. . . . gyrations against the blue Two common questions they moved to Granada's gratitude. The founding The field near the lab Hal became the club presi- sky and to sit under the asked are “How high can where they flew models dent in 1986, and the new shade structure shooting a model plane fly?” and campus in January of 1964, students, faculty, and ad- was also used by another field opened in July 1986, the breeze with the men. “How far can it go?” The there were still a few bugs ministration established a group who flew full scale with the official ribbon (So far there are no women answer to both is: “As long and glitches to work out. For foundation that was both gliders, and, because of air cutting by Mayor Cathie fliers in the club.) One of as you can see the plane.” the first week of school, Jack intellectually challenging space conflicts, the model Brown. Hal passed away in the club members told me, Another typical inquiry is Lee, Granada’s founding and warm and nurturing. fliers were limited to flying February 1989, a huge loss “Why do I do this? Be- “How much does it cost?” principal, used an old hand- The alumni association is between 7 and 9:30 am on to our members and his cause I’m no good at golf, For a beginner, about $300. rung school bell to announce the way we can honor our the weekends. many friends. In June 1990 and these are pretty good The club members vary the end of each class period. past and carry on those same As the Flying Elec- the club voted to name the guys to hang out with.” from young to old. The “Steve’s right about traditions into the future.” trons’ membership list field in his honor.” He had The current president of club encourages young fli- Granada,” says Karen Ho- The annual Granada grew, the complaints grew. flown as a turret gunner on the club, Lenny Farin, said ers by giving them a break gan (class of ’67). “I at- Alumni BBQ is on Friday, They began a search for the big bombers in World that there are four differ- on their dues and initiation tended Granada from the day October 12th at 5:00 PM at ent types of flying—the another site. They started War II. fees. One of their fliers it opened to the day I gradu- the entrance to the football most common is just for leasing the current field The paved east-west is nine-year-old Michael ated. It has a tradition of stadium. All alumni and for- the sport of “punching Lewis. The club offers from Livermore through runway for the field was innovation, caring teachers mer staff and administrators LARPD in 1983. It was an completed in April 1988 at holes in the sky;” 3D is for fun-fly events on some very light planes that do Fridays and Saturdays; you and enthusiastic students.” of Granada are invited. old city dump in the 1960s, a cost of $16,000, and the Goodman, Hogan, and For questions or more so no one is pressuring the power pole was installed incredible stunts; racing is can check their web site at done between two pylons www.lferc.com. The public retired teachers Peg Haus- information, contact Steve city to develop the land. six months later. The first elt and Jan Freytag have Goodman at Stevepgood- The club knows that they at the ends of the runway is always invited, and the fly-in was held in May been laying the groundwork [email protected] are lucky to have found 1989 and was well covered (“an event that ends up barbecue is free. such an open space for fly- by Channel 7 News. Jim with some carnage” as (Readers can reach me at ing. After securing the site, Perry towed an aircraft the planes fly so close [email protected].) THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012 11

(Organizations wishing to run notices Livermore Amador Valley Garden Diane Groome at [email protected] Harvest Park Middle School Cheer East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Sunday on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. in Bulletin Board, send information to PO Club will meet on Thursday, October 11, or by phone at 510-886-4032. Or contact Holiday Boutique on October 19. Vendors worship. Information 447-1950. Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care of 7pm at Alisal School's multipurpose room, Registrar Carole Vercellino at carole_verc@ are being sought. The proceeds from this Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday Ser- a.m. All are most welcome to come and Bulletin Board or email information to edit- 1454 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. Charles hotmail.com. event will benefit the cheer program, helping vices 10:30 a.m. 545 N. L Street Livermore. worship with us and to enjoy our hospitality. [email protected]. Include name of Harder, a member of the Valley Bonsai Club, Tri-Valley Republican Women Feder- to send the athletes to competitions this (925) 447-4357 - www.calvarylivermore.org. For more information call the church office organization, meeting date, time, place and will explain and demonstrate techniques of ated will screen the Vice-Presidential debate school year. Event, 6 to 9 pm. Harvest Park St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 925-462-4802. theme or subject. Phone number and contact the art of Bonsai. Visitors are welcome. For at its regular dinner meeting on Thursday, Middle School Multipurpose Room - 4900 North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, person should also be included. Deadline is more information call Bev at 925-485-7812 October 11, at 5:00 p.m. David Wolfe, Valley Ave., Pleasanton. There will be a raffle on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult 678 Enos Way, Livermore, Sunday services 5 p.m. Friday.) or visit www.lavgc.org. Howard Jarvis Tax Association, will also be as well. For more information on securing Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sunday with Rev. Joyce Parry Moore - Rector. 8:00 Tri-Valley Trailblazers Horse Faire. Widowed Men and Women of Northern speaking on the ballot propositions. This your table and/or service, please contact school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Wednesday am Contemplative Eucharist with Taize Oct. 27 at Robertson Park in Livermore from CA., general meeting and birthday luncheon, event will be held at Cattlemen's Restaurant, Barrie Shaffer at [email protected] at 7 p.m. followed by Bible study at 7:30 music, 9:15 am Godly Play and Adult 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking and admission are Pleasanton, Oct. 13, noon, RSVP by Oct. 8 2882 Kitty Hawk Road, Livermore. Entrees Peru: Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu p.m. 449-3824. Bible Study, 10:30 am Sung Eucharist with free. Fund-raiser to benefit Reins in Motion, to Barbara 426-8876. Lunch in Pleasanton, include Sirloin Steak, Broiled Salmon, Cae- Picchu: 7 pm–8:30 pm, Thursday, October United Christian Church, celebrating choir; child-care available. Youth Group an adaptive riding center. The day will in- Oct. 17, noon, RSVP by Oct. 14 to David, sar Salad, or Cheese Ravioli. Members $26, 18. REI’s Ron and Joan Breuch will provide 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. every Sunday from 4:00pm to 5:30 pm clude horse trailer safety, horse chiropractic 833-7647. Happy hour in Pleasanton, guests $30. For reservations contact Phyllis a digital presentation of their recent journey at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday in the Parish Hall and youth room; youth and massage clinics, food trucks, live music, Oct. 18, 5 p.m. RSVP by Oct. 16 to Kathy at 925-462-4931 or email coupclan1962@ with REI Adventures. Register at www.rei. morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program oriented programs "Rite 13" and "Journey to drill teams, kids’ petting zoo, vendors, 398-8005. Friendly bridge, Oct. 20, 1 p.m. pacbell.net. com/dublin. REI Dublin October event, free on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The Adulthood."www.saintbartslivermore.com/ demonstrations. Clinic will be led by Susan RSVP by Oct. 13 to Jan 484-9308. Brunch/ 3rd Annual Shop for the Cause Vendor and open to the public, 7099 Amador Plaza community is welcome. United CC is an for more information. Dockter, limited space $175 for 6 hours of buffet in Livermore, Oct. 21, 11 a.m. RSVP Faire fund-raiser for National Alliance on Road, in Dublin. The public may contact REI Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449-6820 St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church proactive horsemanship. Vendors & sponsors by Oct. 18 to Hilda, 398-8808. Lunch in Mental Illness (NAMI), Tri-Valley Chapter. Dublin’s Customer Service Department for for more information. follows the traditional 1928 Book of Com- are still needed. Sponsors contact Pat Fremont, Oct. 24, 1 p.m. RSVP by Oct. 22 to Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. more information, (925) 828-9826. Granada Baptist Church, 945 Concan- mon Prayer. 193 Contractors Avenue, Liver- Murray 925-846-2673 or samzpam@sbc- Ginny, 510-656-5625. Dinner with George in to 6:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall, non Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Sunday more. Sunday service at 10 a.m. Sunday global.net Vendors contact Barbara Hoffman Livermore, Oct. 27, 4 p.m. RSVP to Patti by 522 South L Street, Livermore. Funds are RELIGION school – 9:45 a.m.; worship service – 11 school provided. For information, contact Fr. 510-589-2572 or birdhousesbybarb@aol. Oct. 20, 371-2612. being raised to help sustain programs, First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth a.m. All are welcome. 1-888-805-7151. Ben Brown at 925/906-9561. com For more information and registration Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring which include providing advocacy, mental Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 East forms visit: www.ReinsInMotion.com or www. Club, Sat., Oct. 6, 40 miles Shannon Center health resources, family, consumer and Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, Avenue, Livermore, worship service 10:30 TriValleyTrailBlazers.com to Sunol and Sunol Park, meet 8:30 a.m., parent support groups, educational classes Service in the Sanctuary and children’s services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are welcome. Used Clothing & Equipment Sale, Twin Steve Kowalewski, 510-582-4808. Sun., and presentations. For more information, program. For more information www.fpcl.us a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) Valley Mothers of Twins, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. to Oct. 7, 36 miles from Berkeley's aquatic see NAMI Tri-Valley’s website at www. or 925-447-2078. org/ All are welcome. Unity of Tri-Valley Church, 9875 Dublin 2:15 p.m. Alameda County Fairgrounds, center to Emeryville Marina to Pt. Richmond, nami-trivalley.org. Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut The deaf community is invited to Canyon Rd., Castro Valley. More room for Pleasanton. Admission $2 adults, $1 chil- meet 9 a.m., Marcus van Raalte, 437-3332. Computer classes, Searching the St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at worship at First Presbyterian Church in all the new classes, small groups, new dren. Features over 20,000 items - including Anyone planning to go on a ride is asked to Internet on Wednesday evening, October 10, 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages Livermore, where ASL translation will be children's and teen programs, and Sunday clothing, gear and toys - from 200 plus sell- call the leader for details on where to meet 2012 from 6:00PM – 8:00 PM. The Wonders at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult provided every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The services (at 10 a.m.). All are welcome. Rev. ers. Maternity wear, clothing for newborns to and what to bring. of Google will be held on Wednesday worship service. AWANA children's program church is located on the corner of 4th and Harriet Hawkins, minister. (925) 829-2733. teens, car seats, single and double strollers, Solar energy, Tues., Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m., evening, October 24, 2012 from 6:00PM – Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. L streets. www.trivalleyunity.com Check out Unity of Tri swings, bouncy seats, baby carriers, cribs, learn about cost and savings related to solar 8:00PM. Classes are hands on, first come, Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 Valley on Facebook. high chairs, safety gates, toys, books, energy. Robert Livermore Community Center, first served, and take place in Community Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for Little Brown Church, United Church videos/DVDs and more. All items offered for 4444 East Ave., Livermore. Refreshments. Meeting Room B. For further information Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. all ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 sale by go through a quality control process, Seats are limited. Register at solar@trival- stop by the Civic Center Library Information Information 447-8747. Children’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. and items that are found to be stained, worn, leysun.com or 454-1810. Desk or call (925) 373-5505. Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 or broken are not sold. Writing Club, young adults, ages 12-21, Pleasantonians for Peace, candlelight Court, Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call Pathway Community Church, 6533 Tri-Valley Chapter of the National are invited to join The Writing Club at the Vigil in front of the Museum on Main, 603 Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Federation of the Blind meets on Saturday, Livermore Public Library for fun-filled Main Street, downtown Pleasanton, Wed., the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. Sun- Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, October 13, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cafeteria evenings of writing with author J.L. Powers. October 10, 7 p.m. Participants will reflect tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith day worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. adult programs. Biblically based practical Room 2 at Valley Memorial Hospital in Liver- This free event will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 on the human and monetary costs of the Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or Sunday school or Bible study for all ages messages, nondenominational. All are more, 1111 East Stanley Blvd. Wine tasting pm on the following Mondays: October 15, war, honor veterans who have sacrificed, EastBaySecularJews.org. at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at 3:30 p.m. welcomed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch. event will be discussed during this meeting. November 5, and December 17, 2012 in the and visualize ways of moving beyond this First Church of Christ, Scientist, Liver- Wednesday nights there is adult Bible study org (925) 829-4793. Any visually impaired or interested person Small Conference Room of the Civic Center conflict to a more peaceful world. Peaceful more, has services at 10 a.m. every Sunday. at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for youth, and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 is urged to attend. Call, Carl, 449-9362 for Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave. For more War Protest on the fourth Wednesday of the Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is children's choir for kids. Child care during all S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. worship more information. information, please visit TEEN SPACE on month, October 24, between 5 - 6 at the held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church events. 447-1848, www.trinitylivermore.org. service. Bible Study/Sunday School 10:20. Livermore High School Boosters the library’s website: www.livermorelibrary. corners of First and Neal Streets. Call Cathe and reading room are located at Third and St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas Bible Basics Class, which explores the main presents its Kings & Queens fund-raiser net, or contact Jennifer at 925-373-5500, Norman at (925) 462-7495; Matt Sullivan at N Streets. The Reading Room, which is Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups following teachings of the Bible, meets at 7:00 Sunday event benefitting LHS athletics. Kings (and extension 5576. [email protected]; or kdowding@pac- open to the public, features books, CDs and the John Main tradition, every Monday 5:30 night. Call 371-6200 or email pmjrmuel- Queens) will feature a Texas Hold 'em Poker Armchair Travelers, a monthly program, bell.net or www.Pleasantonians4Peace.org magazines for sale. For information, call p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Claire [email protected] for more info. tournament. Professional dealers and equip- will take place at the Livermore Civic Center Dress a Girl Around the World Sew (925) 447-2946. La Scola at 447-9800. Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 ment provided by Blue Dog Events. Prizes Library on Thurs., Oct. 11, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Fest: Sat., Oct. 20 and Sat., Nov. 17, 2012, Sunset Community Church, 2200 Ar- Centerpointe Church, 3410 Cornerstone East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners! $60 International cyclist Dan Moore will present 9am – 3pm, St. Michael Hall, 300 block royo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship service Court, Pleasanton. Services: 9 a.m. blended trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for buy-in / $20 rebuy / $20 add on. Queens a photographic revisit of his May 2012 bi- of Maple Street, Livermore. Please bring at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and children's church with choir and band. Childcare offered for The Story 9:00 a.m. to 10:00a.m.. Worship buy a ticket to shop, sip, and socialize; early cycle trip to Corsica, the island birthplace of sewing machine and creative imagination provided. A "Night of Worship" first Sunday infants through age 6 and children start Service 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Christmas shopping while socializing with Napoleon, off the southern coast of France. to help sew over 200 dresses in a single of each month at 6 p.m. Wednesday night in the worship service. 10:40 a.m. (new Lynnewood United Methodist Church, friends and getting a little pampered. $25 Adults are invited to this free program on day for girls in developing countries. Also program for all ages at 7 p.m. Information, time) contemporary worship led by a band. 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Sunday Admission Saturday, October 20, 6pm-11pm, the second Thursday of each month in the people needed to setup, clean up, iron, snip, call 447-6282. Sunday school for children and middle- worship at 9:00 and 10:30 am with The Barn, 3131 Pacific Ave, Livermore. For Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic sort, fetch and carry. Donations of colorful Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday schoolers. www.centerpointechurch.org childcare and Sunday school at 10:30 am. more information and to pay online, visit our Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, pillowcases and cotton fabrics appreciated. Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- 925-846-4436 Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer, minister. All website at: www.cowboyboosters.org Livermore. For additional information please For more information, please contact more. Information, 447-8840. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 1040 are welcome. www.lynnewood.org, 925 Livermore High School Class of 1967 call 925 373-5500. Suzanne Slupesky: [email protected], Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 Florence Rd., Livermore. Sunday service at 846-0221. celebrates their 45th reunion on Fri. Oct. Livermore -Amador Genealogy Soci- 925-352-8447. S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. 10 a.m. For details please see our website 5 - Sun. Oct. 7th. Lots of activities, go to ety meeting is on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 7:30pm Tri-Valley Democratic Club, meets worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. adult Bible at www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. Leo Ar- www.livermorehs1967.myevent.com for at Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada Mon., Oct. 15, 7 p.m. at IBEW 595, 6250 study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship (in- rowsmith at 456-0845. additional information or call Ray A. 925- Ct., Pleasanton. The speaker is Susan Village Parkway, Dublin. Assemblymember formal). For information, call 925-447-1246. St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 606-5518, Cheryl P. 925-443-3375 or Max E. Goss Johnston who will talk about ways to Joan Buchanan, Senators Ellen Corbett, Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services 925-447-3676." find alternative sources, as in the case of Loni Hancock and Mark DeSaulnier will be Healing Touch for Tri-Valley Veterans lost military service records. Her research on hand to lead a campaign rally and look October 13, November 10, and December 8. in the records of the Selective Service into future issues and plans for after the Available time slots: 9:00am, 10:15am, or System might provide clues. No charge. For election. 11:30am. Free Healing Touch sessions for more information contact Cheryl Palmer at Afterschool Chinese club and class active, inactive, combat or retired Veterans [email protected] program in Livermore public school offered from any military branch. Healing Touch Pro- José Maria Amador Chapter, Daughters by Royal Chinese Cultural Academy (RCCA) gram is endorsed by the American Holistic of the American Revolution, NSDAR, will weekdays, one day per week at Altamont Nurses Association. Advance reservation rededicate the grave marker of the chapter’s Creek, Arroyo Seco, and Smith Elemen- required as space is limited. Sessions held namesake José M. Amador, at its monthly tary schools in Livermore. 3-4pm or Wed. at Las Positas College, Veterans First Center, meeting Sat., Oct. 13. DAR is dedicated 1:40pm-2:40pm. Goal is learning a foreign Building 1000, Livermore. Student status to promoting patriotism, American history language in elementary school. (925) 265- is not required. For more information or to and better education. If you are interested 8591, [email protected] or schedule a session, please call 925-352- in learning more about DAR membership, www.royalchineseacademy.org/ 8917. contact José Maria Amador Chapter Regent 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2012

Church Members Provide Community Service Over 110 volunteers the Seniors were unable to from Trinity Church went do for themselves; for ex- “beyond the walls” of the ample, errands were run and Students strike a pose. church throughout Liver- windows washed. more on Sat., Sept. 23, pro- A block party was hosted viding a variety of commu- at Leahy Square apartments Studio Opens in Pleasanton nity service related tasks. for over a hundred adults Expressions Dance & Arts, a new studio in Pleasanton, Eighteen of the volun- and children with hotdogs, held its Grand Opening on Saturday, September 8. Many teers adopted two schools, cold drinks and snacks, a were in attendance for a variety of trial dance classes. Ex- Marylin Avenue and Ran- variety of games for the pressions goal is to help all students reach their maximum cho School, and the school children, bouncy houses, potential in the arts and for all parents to enjoy their child's Counting laps during the fundraising swim. district office where they and face painting. journey. They also offer dance, art and dance fitness op- cleaned up flower beds and A canned food drive col- portunities for parents. laid down a new layer of lected a hoard of food to be Owner, Sandy Maloney, and Artistic Director, Wendy mulch. distributed to Open Heart Haddock, bring a combined approach to dance that is Aquatics Team Takes to Water Ice cold water was dis- Kitchen and the Tri-Valley unique, with over 20 years professional dancing and teach- tributed to participants in Haven Food Pantry. ing experience along with a first-hand view from the parent to Swim for the Cure the Walk 4 Education event “We live in a wonderful side. They offer dance classes in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, at Livermore High School. community,” stated Trin- lyrical and contemporary styles; and will be rolling out an The Tri Valley Aquatics seven years old, Nathanael Fresh baked cookies were ity’s Associate Pastor Merril art program soon. They are also opening a Performing Arts swim team took the fight Ridosko swam an impres- delivered to the fire and po- Smoak. “It was great to be Preschool program for children ages 3-5 with a fine arts against Alzheimer’s dis- sive thousand yards. lice stations. out in our community to curriculum that enriches academic readiness. ease into their own hands The team has been work- A team went to Hill- show our appreciation for Expressions is located at 3015 Hopyard Road next door with the Tri Valley Aquatics ing on raising money since crest Gardens where Senior the people and institutions to The Hopyard Grill. Auditions for the Expressions Per- Swim for the Cure event spring of this year. The citizens live and helped them that make Livermore a great formance Dance Team will be held in October. For more held on Sept. 7. Sugar Shack, a candy stand with any needed tasks that place to live.” information, please visit www.expressions-dance-arts.com. With the goal of rais- run by the swimmers, de- ing $10,000 to donate to buted at a TVA dual meet in Alzheimer’s research, TVA May. TVA families donated swimmers didn't hesitate candy and other treats to sell to dive into the challenge. at the Sugar Shack. Every Pans on Fire at New Location All participants swam for cent earned went toward the exactly twenty minutes, team’s Alzheimer’s donation Pans on Fire, a boutique kitchen store that offers cook- raising money either per lap goal. ing classes and parties, relocated this summer to Hopyard swam or by asking friends The TVA swimmers en- Village Shopping Center, 3059-JK Hopyard Road, in Pleas- and family to donate a flat joyed working the Sugar anton. Its larger, redesigned space accommodates a wider amount. Jordan Reznick Shack together, running variety of cookware, gadgets, fine cutlery and gourmet and Natalie Tang tied for the the dual meet, and cheering pantry items, along with an expanded classroom for larger most laps (71) swam (which for each other at the actual hands-on and demonstration classes. is just over a mile!). Lissi Swim for the Cure event. Established in 2006, Pans on Fire held its Grand Re- Knell and her teammate Those who would like Opening Celebration September 20 through 23 with daily Stephanie Doi raised the to take a stand against Al- demonstrations, drawings and deals, and a special gala most money so far. zheimer’s, please visit tri- reception. Its newly redesigned website (www.pansonfire. Even the younger kids valleyaquatics.com or con- com) offers easy access to the cooking class schedule, did their part in taking a tact the team Head Coach product and culinary news. stand against the disease. at [email protected] Church members took on a number of tasks for For further information, please contact Linda Wyner at Our youngest member, at to donate towards the cure. community service in Livermore. (925) 200-6622 or the store at (925) 600-7267.