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Miramonte High School students pet Therapy dog Tova, a golden retriever. A group of therapy dogs were made available to the school for stress-relief during finals week. Photo Cathy Dausman Paws a Bit to Relieve Finals Stress By Cathy Dausman iramonte High School quite literally went to the Junior Zach Cohn was one of the first to greet Angus, a “It really was a hit,” said Canty, who contacted providers dogs June 7 and 9 thanks to a student suggestion dark coated shepherd. Fresh off his AP US History exam, only the previous week. Luckily, it all worked out. Just ask DRAFT Mand the follow through of administrative assistant Cohn enjoyed his Angus encounter, saying he has a dog and the study-stressed students who crowded the quad and cooed DRAFT Betsy Canty. cat at home. Transportation Expenditureover dogs large Plan and Summary small. It undoubtedly by Category relieved a lot of the Therapy dogs — golden retrievers, a shepherd, a terrier Angus, Champ, George, and Tova were members of the finals, pre-graduation stress. Transportation Expenditure Plan Summary by Category and shih tzu mix — were swarmed by student admirers taking Animal Rescue Foundation therapy animal team Pet Hug Speaking of graduation, see our list of senior award a break from finals and lapping up the proffered four-footed Pack; Benny, who arrived sporting a Golden State Warriors22.0% winners page A12, and photos of local graduations. Building Sustainable love. tee shirt, is registered with American Therapy Dogs Inc. Congratulations22.0% to the class of 2016! Communities and Advertising Building Sustainable Protecting the Communities and 26.8% Environment Protecting the Improving our BART,26.8% Bus, Environment Ferry and Train ImprovingNetworks our BART, Bus, 6.2% Ferry and Train Networks Letters to the Editor A9 Providing 6.2% 0.5% Community Service B4 Affordable and Safe Providing Administration 0.5% Not to be Missed B6-B7 TransportationAffordable for and Safe Administration HOW TO CONTACT US B7 Children, Seniors, andTransportation for People with Disabilites Classified C2 Children, Seniors, and 20.7% People with Disabilites Love Lafayette C4 Reducing Congestion20.7% 23.8% ��Reducing Congestion Fixing Local Streets 23.8% �� SMC Basketball’s Randy Bennett: ‘The andOrinda RoadsFixing Local Streets Leads the Way Backing and Roads Longer I Stay, the More I Want to Stay’ County Transportation Tax By Nick Marnell TransportationBy Sora Expenditure O’Doherty Plan Summary by Region Association, he has not only proven he can do the job, he stands atop the Transportation Expenditure Plan Summary by Region

school record books. Central With so many coaches parlay- 29.4% Central ing success at mid-major schools 29.4% like Saint Mary’s into multi-million dollar coaching positions at large universities, why does Bennett es- chew such opportunities? What East West 28.2% keeps him in the bucolic town of 23.3% East West 28.2% Moraga, a place as unchanging as 23.3% the recent run of 20-win seasons for the Gaels? Southwest As a kid, Bennett wanted to be a 19.1% Southwest pro athlete. That dream disappeared 19.1% Graphic provided in high school. He had seen how Head basketball coach Randy Bennett has built a winning attitude at Saint rinda City Council became November election ballot, the Mary’s College. Photo Tod Fierner happy his dad was coaching, and in See Appendix A on pagethe first 56 for detailedContra distributionCosta Coun of- fundingmeasure by subregion. must secure the approval college, Bennett realized that was O hen Saint Mary’s College teen years later, after 333 victories, ty municipality to give the coun- of a majority of the municipali- the route for him. “My dad was hav- See Appendix A on page 56 for detailed distribution of funding by subregion. head basketball coach Ran- 10 post-season appearances, three ty’s half-cent sales tax proposal ties representing a majority of the W ing a positive influence on his kids,” dy Bennett arrived at the school in West Coast Conference Coach of www.CCTA.netthe thumbs f Contra up. Costa Transportation Authoritypopulation T CCTA Yof Contrathe county. Costa Transportation Authority 5 2001, he figured he had four years the Year awards and two players Bennett said. Inwww.CCTA.net order to make f Contra it onto Costa the Transportation Authority... continued T CCTA on Y pageContra A6 Costa Transportation Authority 5 to prove he could do the job. Fif- delivered to the National Basketball ... continued on page A11 Civic News A1-A14 Life in Lamorinda B1-B8 Sports C1-C3 Our Homes D1-D16 Orindans say “yes” to better Dancing and Acalanes Let your roads. – page A6 dogs star at baseball caps graden get in Paws de Tutu stellar season, the summer Fire Districts A8 event at the wins NCS spirit. Lafayette crown. – page D1. Meet the unsung heroes of Reservoir. – page C1. public safety. – page A8 – page B1. Lafayette Police Blotter

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Diablo Blvd. small but zealous team of parents represent- throughout our district.” She believes that up-to- School Board Meetings ing each of the neighborhood schools in the date school facilities are essential to protecting Acalanes Union High School District A Lafayette School District, coupled with the efforts the outstanding quality of education. Tuesday, June 28, 6:30 p.m. AUHSD Board Room of Superintendent Rachel Zinn, enabled the over- Funds raised will pay for renovation and re- 1212 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette whelming endorsement of Measure C in the June pair of campuses throughout the district, along www.acalanes.k12.ca.us 7 election. In unofficial vote tallies, over 72 per- with the district offices. The most senior school Lafayette School District cent of Lafayette voters approved the $70 million is Lafayette Elementary, which first opened its Tuesday, June 21, 7 p.m. bond measure that needed 55 percent to pass. doors to students in 1943, making it 73 years old. Regular Board Meeting Volunteers spent thousands of hours educating Projects include: repair or replace leaky roofs, District Office Board Room voters about the amount of infrastructure needs and old deteriorated plumbing, along with heat- 3477 School St., Lafayette on aging school campuses and urging support of ing, ventilation, windows, lighting and electrical www.lafsd.k12.ca.us the measure. “It captured the spirit of the commu- systems; improve school safety; and accommo- Check online for agendas, meeting nity” said campaign chair Julie Hurd about resi- date projected enrollment growth. notes and announcements dents valuing safe modern classrooms for current The bond measure will cost property own- City of Lafayette: and future students, even older residents whose ers approximately $29.50 per year for every www.ci.lafayette.ca.us kids have already graduated. $100,000 of assessed value, not the market rate of Phone: (925) 284-1968 “I am deeply grateful to the Lafayette com- the property. A typical homeowner in the Lafay- Chamber of Commerce: munity for their support of Measure C,” said ette School District will pay about $185 per year. www.lafayettechamber.org Zinn. “The $70 million that we will receive as a Commercial properties are also subject to the as- Future Springhill Elementary student Brooks result of the passage of this bond measure will al- sessment. Roder encourages voting yes on Measure C on election day. Photo provided low us to begin addressing critical facility needs Athayde Wins Community Award Honoring Denny By Cathy Tyson t was one of the best kept secrets of Commerce members. Lafayette Police Iever. The longtime music legend Established in honor of former Department Incident who has guided Stanley Middle Chamber of Commerce Execu- Summary Report School students for years, Director tive Director Ann Denny, who was May 15-28 of Bands Bob Athayde, was com- president of the organization for a Alarms 61 pletely surprised when he received dozen years, the Ann Denny Award 911 Calls (incl. hang-ups) 8 the inaugural Ann Denny Memori- honors her commitment to the com- Noise complaints 6 al Community Award at the Spring munity. She retired from the posi- Traffic stops 91 Suspicious Circumstances 8 Concert program. He was sur- tion in 2005 after years of service Suspicious Subjects 21 rounded in the sweltering gym by and passed away in 2015. Suspicious Vehicles 20 his students in the Concert Bronze, The chamber set out to recog- Abandoned Vehicle Silver and Symphonic Bands, along nize an exceptional individual that 3300 block Mildred Ln. with countless proud parents in the models excellence, helps others Brook/Oak Streets bleachers, and Lafayette Chamber and has inspirational leadership Acalanes/Marianne Dr. skills. With kind words about Den- Springhill/Pleasant Hill Rds. Mike Anderson (right) congratulates Bob Athayde. Photo C. Tyson 3200 Sweet Dr. ny’s dignity, grace and wonderful Moraga Rd./School St. sense of humor, Chamber President 10 block Topper Ct. 700 block Solana Dr. Anderson, who presented a city impact on students and the school Armed robbery Public Nuisance Dennis Garrison presented the very proclamation; council member and district.” 800 block Paradise Ct. 600 block Murray Ln. first Ann Denny Award to Athayde, euphonium player in the Symphon- A representative from Con- Arson Windsor Dr./Condit Rd. who received a standing ovation. ic Band, Don Tatzin; and Teresa gressman Mark DeSaulnier’s 11th Carol Ln./Mt. Diablo Blvd. Brook/East Sts. Garrison was followed by a Gerringer, the current Lafayette congressional district gave an offi- Barking dog Reckless Driving number of dignitaries who recog- School Board Member who also cial congressional recognition, and 3300 block Springhill Rd. Mt Diablo Blvd./Oak Hill Rd. 3300 block St Mary’s Rd. nized Athayde for his incredible represented California State Sena- Lauri Byers, representing County Deerhill Rd. contributions and hard work, in- Battery Pleasant Hill/Hwy 24 (4) tor Steve Glazer. Gerringer thanked Supervisor Candace Andersen, also Hamlin Rd./Solana Dr. Moraga /Silver Springs Rds. cluding Lafayette vice mayor Mike the band director for his “Huge presented a proclamation. 3600 block Mt Diablo Blvd. Pleasant Hill Rd./Rancho View Dr. Burglary, Auto Moraga Way/Glorietta Blvd. 4000 block Mt Diablo Blvd. (2) Oak Hill Rd./Hwy 24 3200 block Camino Diablo Hwy 24/Acalanes Rd. 1200 block Pleasant Hill Rd. Los Palos Cir./Los Palos Dr. 10 block Moss Ln. Pleasant Hill Rd./Acalanes Ave. 3500 block Mt. Diablo Blvd. Upper Happy Valley/ 700 block Grondine Rd. Happy Valley Rds. 10 block Green Place 1200 block Pleasant Hill Rd. 1000 block Carol Ln. 1000 block Carol Ln. 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Site for the controversial Deer Hill development. Photo C. Tyson pair of opponents with deeply now called the Homes at Deer Hill Aopposing views on the con- which features 44-single family troversial 44- unit Homes at Deer homes, along with a number of Hill development will finally have public amenities: a sports field, their respective days in court at the kids’ playground, dog park and end of June. One group wants less parking lot. housing, the other wants more. Not everyone loved the new Since the original application revised project. The city is being from O’Brien Land Company for sued by two entities that could not 315 moderate-income apartments see the alternative project more was made in 2011, there has been a differently. substantial amount of unrest about Save Lafayette is a grassroots development on the 22-acre hill- effort lead by local resident Mi- side near Acalanes High School. chael Griffiths who sees the city’s Public hearings brought forth roads, schools and transportation a tsunami of angry residents in strained by development. Scores of Tucked Away Treasure in Orinda 2013, very unhappy about the signatures on a petition were gath- proposed project that would have ered for a referendum that would brought hundreds of apartments in give voters the opportunity to vote 14 multi-story clustered buildings on whether the development’s ben- to a prominent bucolic hillside. efits outweighed the impacts. Responding to fuming resi- The petition sought to change dents, the Lafayette City Council the zoning from the current Ad- asked staff to talk with the devel- ministrative/Professional Office oper to see if they could come up to Single Family Homes Residen- with something more amenable for tial-20, a move that would signifi- the community, the city, as well cantly reduce the amount of hous- as the developer. The discussions ing that could be built on the site. resulted in the alternative project, ... continued on page A9

Rheem Boulevard to be Shut Down Rheem Boulevard between St. Mary’s Road and Moraga Road will be closed Tucked back into the serene hills of Orinda at the end of a quiet road sits this beautifully to through traffic starting on June 15 remodeled home with a tranquil and inviting setting. This stunning 4BD/3BA home enjoys until the end of October. Residents 2,342+/- square feet of versatile living space. The wonderful open floorplan includes using the road to reach Campolindo hardwood floors, gorgeous kitchen with large island overlooking the family room and High school or the Rheem shopping separate bedroom wing. Located on .46+/- ac, 70 Lost Valley Drive enjoys terrific privacy center will have to use alternate routes and spectacular views. until the repairs of the compromised 70LostValleyDrive.com Offered at $1,299,000 arterial are completed. For questions, contact Paul Medeiros, (408) 529- 6020, [email protected], or Moraga Public Works, (925) 888-7026, [email protected]. — S. Braccini

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Page: A4 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Moraga Center Homes Plan Grilled by Commission By Sophie Braccini othing is simple and quick aga Center Specific Plan that was the town’s 84-foot wide right-of- mously on June 6 to continue the Nwith the Moraga Center defined as residential-commercial. way extending across a portion of discussion regarding the Moraga Homes development project. Korpus made the point that since the site. This right-of-way is a rem- Center Homes to June 20. They A year and a half ago the Con- the town council rezoned the lot as nant of a county’s right-of-way to asked that the town attorney be ceptual Development Plan for the residential, it should be the rules build a freeway through Moraga, present at the meeting to answer Moraga contentious construction program applicable to residential areas and a project that was abandoned in some of their questions. Public Meetings was approved, then challenged by a not mixed-use that should be ap- the 1970s. As a counterpart to the City Ventures started the study City Council referendum that was canceled on le- plied to the Moraga Center Homes. surrendering, the developer has process for developing the site lo- Wednesday, June 22, 7 p.m. gal ground. Now the planning com- Korpus challenged the assump- included in the project a 10,000 cated near Station 41 at 1284 Mor- Council Chambers and Community missioners are asking for more time tion that what was approved up un- square foot pocket park that re- aga Way and facing the Moraga Meeting Room, 335 Rheem Blvd. to study the documents related to til now was untouchable, and said mains owned by the HOA but is Country Club across Country Club the General Development Plan, as that in fact, the commission had the opened to the public. Drive four years ago. Thirty-six Planning Commission many of the commissioners are new right to decide whether this project Residents in attendance also units are proposed for the vacant Monday, June 20, 7 p.m. and are asking critical questions. should go forward. asked for the commission to give three-acre lot. The project consists Council Chambers and Community Meeting Room, 335 Rheem Blvd. Commissioner Kymberleigh “We can have additional re- more time to residents to study the of attached townhomes along Mor- Korpus was the first to barrage striction regarding whatever was documents attached to the applica- aga Way, and duplexes along Coun- Design Review staff with pointed questions regard- decided earlier,” she said. tion. try Club Drive. The townhomes are Monday, June 27, 7 p.m. ing the rules that should have been Other fundamental questions After two hours of presenta- two- and three-stories high. The site Council Chambers and Community applied to the development. The were raised about surrendering, at tions and discussions, the planning is part of the Moraga Center Spe- Meeting Room, 335 Rheem Blvd. project is set in an area of the Mor- no cost to the property owner, of commissioners decided unani- cific Plan adopted six years ago. School Board Meetings Moraga School District Tuesday, August 16, 7 p.m. Town Faces Tough Budget Picture Thanks to Sinkhole Joaquin Moraga Intermediate School By Sophie Braccini Auditorium t is all about the sinkhole. no wiggle room to allocate improvement projects — figures. She explained that surplus of $33,741. 1010 Camino Pablo, Moraga www.moraga.k12.ca.us IThe pavement collapse money for capital improve- including the surveillance the first version of the op- There is no room for See also AUHSD meeting page A2 that swallowed a light post ment. camera system — is on erating budget came with capital improvement in the and opened a large breach Now the $2.8 million hold, at least until the be- a deficit of over $200,000 new budget. In fact that Check online for agendas, meeting on Rheem Boulevard now the town needs to repair ginning of 2017. and that all departments had fund has been used over notes and announcements undermines the town’s fi- the sinkhole will have to The mood of the 2016- to scrape expenses to make the past eight years and Town of Moraga: nances. The 2016-17 fiscal come from the reserves, 17 budget presentation it fit the tight frame. The -fi no replenishing has been www.moraga.ca.us year budget as presented basically depleting half of was somber at the June nal data presented showed dropped in that bucket Phone: (925) 888-7022 by staff was already tight, those funds. Because feder- 8 council meeting as Ad- revenues in the amount of since 2008. Chamber of Commerce: with an operating budget al support was not granted ministrative Director Amy $8,152,286, expenses of ... continued on page A14 www.moragachamber.org on the verge of a deficit and to the town, all other capital Cunningham presented her $8,118,545, and a modest Moraga Citizens’ Network: www.moragacitizensnetwork.org JM to Move to Later Start Time This Coming Fall By Sophie Braccini Moraga tarting on August 22, students extra minutes of sleep that research psychologist Kathleen Day, Ph.D., getting up later. In spite of this the Sat Joaquin Moraga Intermedi- shows are needed during this time said that not following the natural Moraga middle school was start- ate School will stop being the earli- in their lives. sleep pattern, or sleep phase delay, ing at 7:50 a.m., earlier than the Police est risers in the area. The bus system was also modi- is linked to poorer academic per- elementary schools, and almost all Report Thanks to the efforts of Prin- fied to accommodate the change formance, poor long-term memory other California middle schools. cipal Joan Danilson, supported by and staff does not anticipate con- and decision making, increased Danilson has been steadily build- Fraud 5/31/16: A Cypress her staff and Superintendent Bruce flicts with after school activities. risk in traffic accidents, as well as ing a consensus among parents, Point Way resident received a Burns, the school start time will be The end time will remain the same. depression. Research has shown students and teachers to agree to a suspicious piece of mail that moved to 8:30 a.m. from 7:50 a.m. At a parent information ses- that by age 11 young people start change. appeared to be a cashier’s check in The tweens and teens will get the sion earlier this year, JM school naturally falling asleep later and ... continued on page A8 the amount of $2,970. The check was from a subject allegedly buying furniture for the reporting Roger Wykle Will Seek Reelection to Town Council person with instructions that she By Sophie Braccini was to deposit the check and to see some work completed, such traffic impact of all the proposed town’s storm drain backlog. forward a portion of the amount to as the amendment of the town’s developments in town. He would Wykle added that his wife and a shipping company. The resident hillside and ridgeline regulations. also like to see the Moraga Center teen children support his decision correctly identified the offer as Wykle is also interested in pos- specific plan zoning updated, and and appreciate the work he does for a scam. A call to investigate the sibly taking another look at the a funding solution found for the the town. credit union that the check was drawn on, confirmed it was fake. The Postal Inspectors Office is investigating the matter. Local Knowledge... Loud wedding 5/29/16: An anonymous caller reported loud Extraordinary Results music coming from the Hacienda Roger Wykle Photo A. Scheck de las Flores. Upon arrival, ntil now, Roger Wykle had officers observed a wedding Upostponed his decision to seek Concierge Real Estate Services reception and a DJ playing a second term on the Moraga Town amplified music in the courtyard. Council. But that changed when he Police determined the music recently announced his bid for re- Combined 40+ years of unparalleled service did not seem excessively loud, election. He said he decided that it but contacted the groom to give was important to have some conti- Representing buyers & sellers inn LamorLamorinda him a heads up about the noise nuity on the council as two mem- complaint. The party was over at bers, Mike Metcalf and Phil Arth, Trend setting marketingg customized for eache home 10 p.m. and there were no further have announced they would not run complaints. again. Committed to helpingelping you achieve your goalsgoa Wykle said he hesitated be- Loud party on Larch 5/28/16: cause the volunteer commitment When cops arrived, the noise of as a council member is more time approximately 25 people in the consuming than people realize, es- backyard could be heard from pecially during the year he was the the street. The resident was in mayor. But he said that he wanted violation of Chapter 9.08 of the BernieBernie & Ryerson TeamTTeam Moraga Municipal Code, and was issued a warning notice. Assault 5/26/16: Campolindo High School staff reported an Booze in backpack 5/27/16: Store assault that happened on campus management at Moraga’s only involving a substitute teacher and large grocery store determined two students. No injuries were that a white male suspect in his reported and the school took Are you consideringering selling your hohome?me? 20s allegedly placed seven bottles administrative action to resolve of $90 wine into a black backpack the issues. The victims didn’t want and left the store without paying. any criminal action taken. If so, please give us a calll for assistance. WWee wwould be happy Cops checked the area with to provide you with a complimentaryplimentary mmarketa analysis of your negative results. Closed circuit Traffic accident 5/26/16: A video provided by the store was pedestrian was struck by a car as home’s value, as well as a comprehensivecomp marketing plan booked in to evidence. A criminal it backed out of a parking space detailing how to get you the highest sale price in today’s market! oenophile who clearly appreciates on Ascot Court after 9 p.m. The the good stuff. pedestrian was taken by the fire department after she complained Bernie & Ryerson Team Golf cart key swiped 5/27/16: It of pain to her lower extremities. was 11 p.m. when a victim reported 925.200.2222 or 925.878.9685 [email protected] to police that the key to his golf Other crimes occurring in [email protected] cart, which was left in the ignition, Moraga from May 24 – 31: License #: 00686144 | 01418309 was taken. No information on False alarm – Sullivan Drive, suspects at this time. 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Rheem Boulevard Shuts Down, Affecting Traffic and Neighbors By Sophie Braccini esidents of Moraga and Lafay- The much anticipated repairs plan to renovate Rheem, the sched- ette who use the Rheem Bou- of Rheem Boulevard by Summer- ule was three months. Now Ebra- R Road EndsClosure levard between Saint Mary’s Road Hill Homes — which is developing himi warned that end of October is and Moraga Road will have to find the adjacent Bellavista site — and the target, as long as new difficul- alternate routes until the middle of the town of Moraga should begin ties do not emerge during the exca- the fall. by June 15. The boulevard is to be vation and repair of Rheem. The arterial in serious disrepair closed between Fay Hill Road and The boulevard is a favorite UpperRheem Valley Stabilization will be closed until at least the mid- 591 Rheem Boulevard. route to school for Bluffs residents, Area and Road Repair dle of October to be reconstructed Kevin Ebrahimi, vice president as well as families living in Burton Road Closure Begin (Developer Responsibility) and underlying terrain slides made of development at SummerHill, Valley with children going to Cam- Lower Rheem Valley Stabilization safe. The drivers most impacted said that the road will be only ac- polindo High School. Ebrahimi will be Saint Mary’s students going cessible to residents living on confirmed that notices had been Area and Road Repair Additional (Shared Responsibility) to or coming from the Rheem Cen- Rheem, and that through traffic sent to the Bluffs residents and ad- Repaving ter, Burton Valley and Bluffs resi- will not be permitted for at least ditionally to the mandated homes (Town dents driving to school and Rheem four-and-a-half months. In March, within 300 feet of the site. Responsibility) Boulevard residents and neighbors. when SummerHill presented a new ... continued on page A11 Rheem Boulevard construction Image provided 0 0.03 0.06 0.12 0.18 0.24 Town of Moraga Miles Rheem BoulevardLast Construction Repavement On Some Moraga Roads Projects Get Green Light By Sophie Braccini N Updated: 5/13/2015 his summer, local drivers will Work Director Edric Kwan the est bidder at $2,008,540. rubberized Hot Mix Asphalt. The will not be completely closed, Twith have smoother sailing on least damaged streets received The exact portions of road reconstruction itself will be done since some of them are the unique some streets. a resurfacing treatment in 2013, addressed are: Bollinger Canyon by pulverizing the existing asphalt outlets to an entire neighborhood, Three Moraga street segments more impacted roads were re- Road from St. Mary’s Road to pavement and a portion of the un- such as Bollinger Canyon for the will get a full makeover as part of paired in 2014 and some of the Joseph Drive, Corliss Drive from derlying materials and blending it Bluffs residents. the Measure K pavement project. worst streets were rebuilt in 2015. Wakefield Drive to Camino Ricar- with cement or lime to provide a Two Town Hall public out- This is the last group of streets to The treatment of the three seg- do, and Larch Avenue from 1160 stronger, homogeneous material. reach meetings are proposed for benefit from the $7 million that ments that will be reconstructed Larch Avenue to Camino Pablo. Kwan said that the use of this tech- June 29. The project is scheduled was leveraged from the 1 percent this summer was delayed because The project will also consist of re- nique, plus the rubberized hot mix, to begin July 11, for 55 work- sales tax passed by the voters at of utility agencies work on these pairing and replacing metal storm creates an excellent result with up ing days and Kwan is confident the end of 2012. The damaged streets that had to be finished first. drain with High Density Polyeth- to 60 percent savings over tradi- that most of it will be completed sections that will be completely Kwan said at the June 8 council ylene pipes, and improving gutters tional methods. by the end of September. Along rebuilt this summer are parts of meeting that these agencies would and curb ramps. The contractor will conduct a Bollinger Canyon, at the level Bollinger Canyon, Corliss and be done by the end of the month, in The technique used for the res- town wide outreach campaign to of Joseph Drive, a roadway em- Larch. time for the teams from Bay Cities toration will include removing the inform Moraga residents about bankment and storm drain outfall In the roadways improvement Paving & Grading, Inc. to start the existing pavement, reconstructing the exact construction dates and stabilization project will be con- campaign designed by Public work. This company was the low- it and overlaying two levels of circulation restrictions. The streets ducted in 2017. Page: A6 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Orinda Public Meetings City Council Tuesday, June 21, 7 p.m. Library Auditorium, Orinda Library 26 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563 Planning Commission Tuesday, June 28, 7 p.m. Sarge Littlehale Comminuty Room, Orinda Libraray Thorny Ballot Counting Shows Measure L Winning Historical Landmarks By Sora O’Doherty Committee arly vote counts showed that time out of a total of 7,066 A large number of no-party- ing to some damage. These bal- Tuesday, June 21, 2016, 3:00pm EMeasure L, the half-cent votes the measure was passing, preference voters requested party lots are remade by hand by teams Orinda Community Center, Room 7 sales tax proposed for the funding receiving 4,844 yes votes (68.6 preference ballots so that they of two election workers so that 28 Orinda Way, Orinda of Orinda road repairs, passing percent) and 2,222 no votes (31.4 could cast a vote for a presiden- the ballots can then be machine- School Board Meetings by 68.6 percent of the votes cast. percent.) tial candidate. In this situation, counted. The process of count- Orinda Unified School District As a revenue raising measure, it According to Scott O. Ko- there may be two ballots in the ing the votes is very methodical. Monday, June 27, 6 p.m. must be passed by a two-thirds nopasek, Contra Costa Assistant hands of the voter, and elections Only a very small percentage of Regular Board Meeting majority, and it would not take Registrar, a new law that has just has to check very carefully to ballots are spoiled and cannot be 8 Altarinda Rd., Orinda too many votes to tip the scales gone into effect allows three days make sure than only one ballot counted. Contra Costa has hired www.orindaschools.org to under 66 percent. So Orinda is for vote-by-mail ballots to reach was used to cast a single vote for on more help for this election See also AUHSD meeting page A2 waiting with bated breath for the the Department of Elections. To each voter. than they have had for years. official count, which is due June be valid, ballots must have been Provisional ballots are a fail- In the meantime, Orinda is Check online for agendas, meeting 24, but won’t be official until the postmarked by midnight on Elec- safe. Such ballots are held to proceeding with its previously notes and announcements June 28, following a complete tion Day, but they could be re- make sure no one voted twice. funded road repair program. A City of Orinda: audit. ceived by DOE through Friday, Some people think that provi- contract for road paving will www.cityoforinda.org A count released on Friday, June 10. All of the ballots that sional ballots are only counted if soon be finalized and construc- Phone (925) 253-4200 June 10, included all the bal- were mailed or dropped into the the vote without them is not clear, tion is anticipated to begin in the Chamber of Commerce: lots cast at polling places and ballot boxes around the county but that is not the case. All ballots first part of July. www.orindachamber.org all those received by elections must be counted before any pro- are counted, including ballots The Orinda Association: through Thursday, June 9. At visional ballots can be counted. that cannot be machine-read ow- www.orindaassociation.org Orinda Leads the Way Backing County Transportation Tax DRAFTDRAFT DRAFT Orinda Police ... continued from page A1 DRAFT Department Incident Moraga also approved the tax Summary Report and Lafayette will weigh inTransportation this TransportationTransportation Expenditure Expenditure Expenditure Plan SummaryPlan SummaryPlan bySummary Category by Category by Category May 15-28 week. Transportation Expenditure Plan Summary by Category Alarms 59 At a special meeting of the Noise complaints 4 Orinda City Council on May 31, 22.0% 22.0% 911 Calls (includes hang-ups) 3 22.0% 22.0% the council unanimously adoptedBuilding Building Sustainable Sustainable Traffic stops 49 Building Sustainable Building Sustainable DRAFT Suspicious Circumstances 9 a resolution supporting the coun- CommunitiesCommunities and and Suspicious Subjects 12 ty wide imposition of Communitiesan addi- and Communities and ProtectingProtecting the the Suspicious Vehicles 21 tional half-cent sales tax toProtecting fund the Protecting the 26.8% 26.8% Barking Dog Transportation ExpenditureEnvironmentEnvironment Plan Summary by Category 26.8% transportation improvements.Environment ImprovingImproving our BART, our26.8% Bus,BART, Bus, 60 block Sleep Hollow Lane Environment Improving our BART, Bus, The council heard from Bruce Ferry and TrainImproving Networks our BART, Bus, Burglary, Auto Ferry and TrainFerry Networks and Train Networks London, who urged the council 6.2% 6.2% Ferry and Train Networks Kite Hill Rd./La Cuesta Rd, 22.0% 6.2% Burglary, Residential to reject the measure, arguing Providing Providing Providing 6.2% Building Sustainable 0.5% 0.5% 100 block Crane Terr, that Orinda should pay for itsAffordable Affordable and Safe and ProvidingSafe 0.5% Civil problem CommunitiesAffordable and and Safe Administration own roads. This plea was sound- Transportation for AdministrationAdministration 0.5% 30 block Hazel Tree Rd TransportationTransportation for Affordable for and Safe ly rejected by councilProtecting member the Children, Seniors, and Administration Reported to police Children, Seniors,Children, and Seniors, Transportation and for 26.8% Amy Worth, formerEnvironment chair of the Death, non-criminal People withPeople Disabilites with Disabilites Metropolitan TransportationPeople with Disabilites Children, Seniors, and Improving our BART,20.7% Bus, 90 block Hillcrest Dr. 20.7% 20.7% 40 block Orinda View Rd. Commission, who pointed out Ferry and Train NetworksReducing Congestion People with Disabilites Reducing CongestionReducing Congestion Disturbance, verbal that Orinda’s residents commute6.2% ��20.7% 23.8% �� Orinda/Santa Maria Way on BART to San FranciscoProviding or on 23.8% 23.8% Reducing Congestion 100 block Orchard Rd. Fixing Local Streets 0.5% Interstate 680Affordable to SiliconFixing and Valley, LocalSafeFixing Streets Local Streets �� Wilder Sports or on Highway 24 through the and Roadsand Roads23.8% Administration Disturbance, juvenile Transportation forand Roads Caldecott Tunnel and they will Fixing Local Streets Graphic provided Orinda Country Club Children, Seniors, and Donald/Hall Drives benefit from the county transpor- and Roads People with Disabilites DUI tation plan. 20.7% BevMo She praised the plan as en- Reducing Congestion Miner Rd./Camino Pablo abling the Lamorinda School �� Harassment Bus Program to add routes,23.8% and Transportation Expenditure Plan Summary by Region 100 block Canon Dr. (phone) TransportationTransportation Expenditure Expenditure Plan Summary Plan Summary by Region by Region Hit & Run to focus on theFixing area’s Local growing Streets senior population by looking to- 100 block Village Sq. and Roads Transportation Expenditure Plan Summary by Region Starbucks wards the latest technology for Central Camino Encinas/Moraga Way Central Central “the last mile.” She explained the 29.4% ID Theft importance of not only having 29.4% 29.4% 20 Oakwood Rd public transportation like BART, Post Office Central Illegal entry but of getting riders the last mile 29.4% 10 dos Posos home. Transportation Expenditure Plan Summary by Region Loitering Among the improvements 500 block Orindawoods planned are a new train control East West East East Ordinance violation system to enable BART to run West West 28.2% 10 block Honey Hill Rd. 23.3% 28.2% 28.2% longer, more frequent trains. In 23.3% 23.3% 20 block Bel Air Dr. Central addition, a minimum of $100 Orinda Country Club 29.4% Stanton/Claremont Aves. million will be set aside for East West Panhandling BART station improvements in Southwest 28.2% SouthwestSouthwest Safeway (2) Contra Costa county, including 19.1%23.3% 19.1% 19.1% Police/Fire/ EMS parking. 500 block Hawkridge Terr. The new half-cent sales tax Rite Aid would run for the next 30 years JUNE 30 JULY 14 JULYEast 28 Promiscuous Shooting Southwest 40 block Ardilla Rd. and would overlap with the preWest- SING-A-LONG SING-A-LONG 3 28.2%LITTLE PIGS See Appendix A on page19.1% 56 for detailed distribution of funding by subregion. Public Nuisance vious half-cent salesSee Appendixtax transSee23.3% -AppendixA on page A 56 FOLLOWEDon for page detailed 56 for distribution detailedBY distribution of fundingFOLLOWED ofby funding subregion. BYby subregion. PUPPET SHOW 20 block Orinda Way portation measure, Measure J, Reckless Driving STORY TIME STORY TIME which runs through 2034. Twen- AUGUST 4 Donald Dr./Hall Blvd ty million dollars in revenue is Hwy 24/Orinda Way Southwest www.CCTA.net f Contra Costa Transportation Authority T CCTA Y Contra Costa Transportation Authority 5 attributable to Measurewww.CCTA.net J, with www.CCTA.net f ContraJULY Costaf 7Contra Transportation Costa Transportation AuthorityJULY T Authority 21CCTA Y TContra CCTA Costa Y ContraSING-A-LONG Transportation Costa Transportation Authority Authority5 5 San Pablo Dam /Bear Creek Rds. 19.1% 20 block Camino Don Miguel $10 million having been spent to See AppendixMAD SCIENCE A on page 56 for detailedLIZARD distribution LADY’S of fundingFOLLOWED by subregion. BY Moraga Way/Glorietta Blvd. date. The next tax, if approved, is FUN & DEMOS REPTILES STORY TIME Theft, Petty anticipated to generate $2.8 bil- 20 block Estabuena lion. Over 23 percent of the rev- Hwy 24/Camino Pablo enue is intended to maintain and www.CCTA.net f Contra Costa Transportation Authority T CCTA Y Contra Costa Transportation Authority 5 Safeway See Appendix A on page 56 for detailed distribution of funding by subregion. 20 block Glorietta Ct. improve local streets. Other fund- Theft, Grand ing categories include pedestrian Miramonte High School and bicycle facilities, bus transit FREE KIDS CLUB 70 block Davis Rd. and ferry services, transportation f Contra Costa Transportation Authority T CCTA Y Contra Costa Transportation Authority 5 Theft, Vehicle for seniors andwww.CCTA.net people with dis - EVERY THURSDAY 20 block Estates Dr. abilities and safe transportation Threats 20 Orinda Way for children to get to school. AT 11AM Trespassing Orinda Country Club Wednesday, June 15, 2016 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A7 Coming Soon Just Sold Just Sold

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The For meeting times and agendas, dispatcher called the fire station visit www.mofd.org and she asked why that firefighter was so cranky. When Matulich returned to the station, the rest of the ConFire Board of Directors crew came down on him and teased Tuesday, July 19, 1:30 p.m. him relentlessly. Board Chamber room 107, “I called her up,” Matulich Administration Building, Chuck Barker of the ConFire Communications Center dispatches a medical emergency call May 12. Photo Nick Marnell said. “So you’re the one making 651 Pine St., Martinez ublic safety dispatchers, like patchers, with five dispatchers ev- 11 years. “I told the caller to turn problems for me? One thing led For meeting times and agendas, Pmany doctors and lawyers, deal ery 24-hour shift. Dispatchers must the patient on their side. That is out to another, and we started to date.” visit with people at often the worst mo- be CPR-certified and complete of order, but in this case, it helped.” Matulich married the dispatcher, http://alturl.com/5p9pu. ment of their lives — and on top of emergency medical dispatcher In 2015, ConFire responded now Kelly Matulich, who is still that, have to help the callers sort training, offered by the Interna- to more than 5,600 calls in Lam- with the communications center af- Emergency response information through it all. tional Academies of Emergency orinda, according to Kiel Lamar, ter more than 15 years. and training: “People just do not realize the Dispatch in Utah. The dispatchers communications center manager. Limrite was able to meet a pa- Lamorinda Community amount of stress the dispatchers work 24 hours on, 24 off, over five All Lamorinda 911 calls are routed tient whom he helped through a Emergency Response Team work under,” said Capt. Vince Mat- days, then take four days off. With through the Contra Costa County cardiac arrest emergency, one of (CERT) ulich of the Moraga-Orinda Fire the merger of ConFire with Ameri- Sheriff Department and if they are the only times he has had a chance www.lamorindacert.org. District. can Medical Response in January, fire or medical related, the calls are to put a face to a name. He said that The Contra Costa County Fire the center also maintains a staff of transferred to the ConFire com- the cooperation of the patient’s son, Protection District operates the at least three ambulance dispatch- munications center. Lamar rec- who engaged Limrite throughout Contra Costa Regional Fire Com- ers per shift, but those dispatchers ommends that Lamorindans pro- Share your thoughts, insights and the phone call and patiently an- munications Center in Pleasant handle only tasks like ambulance gram 925-933-1313 into their cell opinions with your community. swered all of the questions, was Hill, and is responsible for dis- deployment. They do not answer phones as their medical and fire Send a letter to the editor: key to the positive outcome. patching fire, medical, public - ser 911 emergency calls. emergency number and dial that [email protected] That is the message he stresses vice and rescue operations for most The dispatchers must follow number instead of 911; the call to the public. “Know your loca- of the county. MOFD pays ConFire a protocol, asking questions in a will go directly to ConFire. “But tion,” Limrite said. “And let us be $170,000 a year as a client of its proper sequence. Occasionally, if law enforcement should still be the one to terminate the call. Don’t dispatch service. there is room for human interces- involved, 911 is the best number,” get frustrated by the list of ques- The center operates 24 hours sion. “A caller told me that the pa- he said. Lamar also explained that tions we ask you. We do that for a a day, every day of the year, and tient had just vomited,” said Steve calls from cell phones are transmit- reason. HARDWOODS maintains a staff of 18 fire dis- Limrite, a ConFire dispatcher for ted to the nearest cell tower, which We are here to help you.” CARPETS Dramatic Helicopter Rescue in the Lafayette Hills RUGS By Nick Marnell LINOLEUM he Contra Costa County Sher- Dispatch sent the exact GPS coor- Tiff’s Office air patrol assisted dinates as the helicopter took off. ILE the Contra Costa County Fire Pro- “We flew directly there,”- de T tection District in saving the life of Polo said. “I’m in the back with a AMINATE a hiker who collapsed on the Lafay- search and rescue technician, the L ette Ridge Trail in Briones Region- pilot and the tactical flight officer al Park last month, the result of a in the front. We flew along the joint effort recently undertaken by trail, 40 to 50 people on the ground the two public safety agencies. pointing us in the right direction. FAMILY -OWNED It was also the first helicopter res- The guy was down, under a bush, EARS cue for ConFire Captain-Paramed- about three miles up the trail.” 30 Y ! ic Matt dePolo. DePolo and the rescue tech “The hiker was with a group on dropped from the copter to the pa- a long walk on a very hot day, one tient, who was unconscious, with of the first hot days of the season, no pulse, and determined to be in said dePolo, who was on duty with critical condition. DePolo adminis- the helicopter crew that day. “He tered advanced life support and the got sick, and dizzy, and collapsed. patient was delivered by air to the A Rescue tech descends from STARR 3 to an injured hiker in Briones Regional Park. One of the hikers called 911.” ConFire crew at the trailhead in 11 Photo courtesy of the Contra Costa County Sheriff Office The dispatchers requested the minutes. patient to Kaiser Medical Center work,” said dePolo, C-Shift captain STARR 3 helicopter, which is “A land rescue would have tak- Walnut Creek, and he survived. at Lafayette station 17. parked at Buchanan Field in Con- en 45 minutes to an hour, and the “You train for this, and when “Firefighters don’t get to do this cord: A hiker was down, at an patient may not have made it,” de- you’re called, you don’t really every day, but we love doing it,” unknown location in Lafayette. Polo said. ConFire transported the think about it. 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We enjoy each Opinions in Letters to the Editor are Islam and Muslims I cringe to think that something like that time and in that place. other’s company and have many the express views of the writer and that could happen in our peaceful For instance, the statement about meaningful conversations about our not necessarily those of the Lamorinda Dear Editor, town of Moraga, where I feel very the supposed 40 wives of Muham- faiths. One of the major reasons for Weekly. All published letters will I just finished reading the story on fortunate to live. mad, which appeared early in the groups like this to exist is to help include the writer’s name and city/ Shiva Jafarzadeh and was moved by I would hope to see some more story, made it seem as if all Mus- dispel the myths and stereotypes town of residence -- we will only her experience. I was appalled at the positive stories about Islam and lims believe that. They certainly do about religion. accept letters from those who live in, or own a business in, the communities way she was treated in Iran and glad Muslims in the Lamorinda Weekly not! At this time many wrong ideas I would appreciate the local comprising Lamorinda (please give us that she has found a happy life here in the future. about Islam are circulating & it is newspaper helping us in our en- your phone number for verification in Moraga. harmful to those who practice the deavors to promote understanding purposes only). Letters should be 350 As a Moraga resident myself for Sarah Alves-Hyde religion. among people. We would like to of- words or less; letters of up to 500 words over 12 years, and also a devout Moraga I am an adult convert to Islam; I fer some articles on interfaith activi- will be accepted on a space-available Muslim, I had mixed feelings about was raised as a Lutheran. I am liv- ties in our local community. basis. Visit www.lamorindaweekly. some of the comments about Islam, Article on Jafarzadeh Misleading ing in beautiful Moraga now and I com for submission guidelines. email: as they only reinforce the negative belong to three Interfaith Groups. I Kathryn Santana [email protected]; stereotypes that are so prevalent, Dear Editor, have met many wonderful Christian Moraga Regular mail: Lamorinda Weekly, P.O.Box 6133, Moraga, CA 94570 especially in the political arena. The story on Shiva Jafarzadeh was a and Jewish men and women from We have seen these stereotypes compelling personal piece. Howev- only further Islamophobic senti- er, I think it should have been made Don’t Bee Afraid: Concord Bees Not Africanized Submitted by Janet Kaidantzis mento, CA. Both testing facilities used mitotyping analysis to determine the maternal origin of the colony. They found that the mitotype of the bee specimens tested showed European Honey Bee descent and made an overall assessment that the bees were European Honey Bees. “The overly defensive behavior of the Concord bees was an isolated incident,” says MDBA president Judy Weatherly. “We are relieved that no evidence of est results requested by the the Africanized Honey Bee was TMt. Diablo Beekeepers As- found in the lab tests. We want sociation (MDBA) to determine people in the Bay Area to know the type of bees involved in the that honeybees are not a threat to May 13 Concord bee incident public safety. Rather, they con- showed no evidence of African- tinue to need our protection.” ized Honey Bee ancestry. The The swarm season, a natural bees were identified as European phenomenon when masses of Honey Bees. honeybees leave their old hives in Volunteers with the Mt. Dia- search of a new home, is drawing blo Beekeepers Association col- to a close. Right now, honeybees lected specimens of the dead bees are out during the day foraging on Hitchcock Road in Concord for nectar and pollen, a normal and sent them to two separate activity that continues until win- testing facilities: tertime. North Carolina State Univer- For information about the sity, Queen and Disease Clinic, in MDBA, go to www.diablobees. Raleigh, NC; and org The California Department of For information about honeybees, Food and Agriculture in Sacra- go to www.beeinformed.org.

Lafayette Deer Hill ... continued from page A3 According to City Attorney ven Falk in an essay that was Mala Subramanian, “The city re- published in the online Weekly fused to place Save Lafayette’s Roundup and picked up by a referendum on the basis that the number of newspapers. He ar- referendum, if successful, would gued that when it comes to de- result in an illegal inconsistency livering downtown housing, Open Invitation – June 23 between the city’s restored zon- Lafayette is among the most ing scheme (Administrative/Pro- progressive suburbs in the Bay fessional Office zoning) and the Area with a General Plan that en- city’s General Plan designation courages multi-family residential for the Homes at Deer Hill Proj- units downtown, and requires de- ect parcel (Low Density Single velopers of large projects to make Family Residential).” 15 to 20 percent of their units af- “We hope to prevail,” said fordable to people with low and Griffiths, optimistic that the judge moderate incomes. What’s more, will rescind the city’s decision, the city spent $5 million over mitigate the project or put it to a the last ten years on subsidized vote for residents to decide. He and affordable housing — one sees numerous conflicts of inter- example being Eden Housing’s est and calls the process rife with Belle Terre project on Mt. Diablo “smoke and mirrors.” Blvd., which has 45 units for low The matter will be heard by income senior citizens. Judge George Spanos at 9 a.m. in “SF BARF claims that the Contra Costa Superior Court in city violated the California Hous- Martinez on June 24 and is open ing Accountability Act by choos- to the public. ing to develop the Homes at Deer The opposite is true of activist Hill Project in lieu of the Terraces Sonja Trauss, head of San Fran- of Lafayette Apartment Project, cisco Bay Area Renters Federa- a 315-unit apartment complex tion, more commonly known as at the Deer Hill Road site,” said SF BARF. Her group would like Subramanian. to see more housing throughout She explains that the “city the San Francisco Bay Area. SF maintains that the act does not BARF’s motto: YIMBY – Yes in apply because the city never for- Mix and Mingle! My Backyard, in order to have an mally disapproved the Terraces of increase in the Bay Area’s hous- Lafayette Apartment Project nor Thursday, June June 23 23 ing supply. approved the Deer Hill Project on 4:30 to to 6:30 7:00 p.m. p.m. “This is a microcosm of the the condition of lower density, ei- housing problem” said Trauss of ther of which is necessary to con- RSVPs are encouraged. Sutter Urgent Care the Lafayette legal action. “I’m stitute a violation of the act.” 925-779-7264 or email 12 Camino Encinas, Orinda [email protected] looking forward to it, I’d love for Lawyers representing the Sutter Health and the Orinda Chamber of Commerce people to come (to the hearing).” developer, O’Brien Homes and invite you to join us for appetizers and music as we She’s hoping to organize an event land owner Anna Maria Dettmer, celebrate the opening of our newest Urgent Care clinic in in the future called “Why are along with attorneys representing Orinda. Tour our facility and meet the team that will provide we suing you?” to focus on the the city of Lafayette, have filed a the care you and your family need every day of the year. importance of adequate hous- joint motion to dismiss this action. ing along with questions and an- Residents can attend this hearing swers. at 9 a.m. on June 29 before Judge They are suing the wrong Judith Craddick in Contra Costa suburb, said City Manager Ste- Superior Court, Martinez. Page: A10 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, June 15, 2016 The Tick Tock Store Please... We Make The Right Place For The Right Time House Calls $1 On Grandfather Batteries • Bands •Repair Watch BatteryOFF Clocks! With This Coupon. 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Strung lights and heat such a situation. ing that dates back to the 1860s and lamps convert the space into a ro- There is a small selection of carries a history as old as the city mantic evening spot. beers and variety of local wines, itself. Sideboard’s coffee bar offers a two of which are served on tap. Customers order at the counter selection of local small-batch cof- They also do wine margaritas, and take a number, or rather a staple fees (Sightglass, Temple and Four sake-based Vampiros and house- — butter, fudge, pastries, and arti- Barrel) and hand-crafted espresso made refreshers and shrub sodas, chokes are just a few of the ingredi- drinks. The fare, which is described which come in flavors like water- ents listed on table tags. Orders are as “handcrafted rustic comfort melon mint and sparkling orange delivered fresh from the kitchen food,” features ingredients that are mango. Other kid-friendly bever- and water, silverware and condi- natural, local, organic, seasonal and age options include hot chocolate ments are all self-serve from one of sustainable. and root beer floats. two side stations (sideboards). “We make everything from Eating indoors, under the origi- “When I was a kid my grandma scratch down to the ketchup, aioli nal wood ceiling and among the used to put everything on a side- and potato chips,” said Andrews. mismatched furniture is a little like board,” said Andrews. “I’d say, Breakfast fare ranges from pas- eating in an antique store—albeit a ‘Grandma why’d you do that?’ And tries and house-made granola with casual, clean and spacious one. she’d say, ‘[Because] it makes ev- fruit and yogurt to veggie and bacon “It’s is a neighborhood place,” eryone talk to each other.’” scrambles. An extended weekend said Andrews. “That’s why we You’ll find that same sort of menu includes made-to-order chila- don’t have a sign. If you hear about sensibility here, in a neighbor- quiles, French toast, huevos ranche- [us] and it sounds good to you, it’s hood sort of place that is anything ros and shirred eggs, a gluten-free going to be your kind of place.” but pretentious. An odd assortment alternative to eggs benedict. Though you’re sure to be taken of large communal tables, which The lunch menu, which features care of, don’t expect to be waited range from vintage 1960s to hand- seasonal specials and changes reg- on hand and foot. Anything you painted wood, are great for larger ularly, is heavy on fresh creations, need, you’re likely to find on the Lafayette’s Sideboard offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Photos A.K. Carroll parties or for meeting new friends. like the shrimp ceviche salad made sideboard. t’s 11 a.m. on a Friday morn- “What do you suggest?” I ask. One back-corner high-top is partic- with hand-squeezed limes and 3535 Plaza Way, Lafayette, Iing when I walk into Sideboard Andrews opens a case of house ularly special. The first community loaded with mango salsa, plump CA 94549, (925) 310-4773, Open Neighborhood Kitchen and Coffee made pastries and reaches for a ma- table from Sideboard’s Danville lo- tomatoes, crunchy tortilla strips Monday-Sunday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bar, located next to A Runner’s ple scone, then on second thought cation (which moved in 2014), the and fresh guacamole. An array of Mind, just across from Lafayette’s selects an English muffin. I’m table came to Lafayette as a sort of gourmet sandwiches are served on Plaza Park. I take my place in the skeptical of her choice, but game to good omen. ACME bread and accompanied by bustling line of customers and ad- try it. The muffin arrives hot from “More people have met and house made potato chips. Try the mire the eclectic décor — an an- the toaster and crisp on both sides. become friends at that table [than soft-shell crab sandwich, slow- tique scooter, mounted deer heads, Served with homemade preserves, anywhere else in the restaurant],” roasted pork or a Prather Ranch an array of vintage glass — as I it is thick, dense and flakey, more said Andrews. She has customers cheddar burger. Sideboard also wait to order a cup of light-roast like a crumpet or British scone. that trek all the way out from Dan- serves up a hearty mac’n cheese, a coffee from the woman at the reg- “No matter how many I make, ville just to sit at the table with the variety of savory sides and the best ister. we always sell out,” says Andrews. people they met years back. meatloaf Andrews has ever had. “Would you like anything I can see why. Sideboard may not offer table Dinner is much the same, with a else?” she asks, as co-owner and Sideboard opened its doors service, but there’s still plenty of few additional pastas and entrées. Lamorinda Weekly business articles are chef Erin Andrews, clad in a bright and its heart to the people of La- attention to detail, from the twine- Most dishes can be served fam- intended to inform the community about wrapped utensils at the take away ily style and all are eligible for pic- local business activities, not to endorse a pink chef’s jacket, pops out of the fayette on May 15. The second particular company, product or service. kitchen to check on her customers. location for owners Erin and Ford station to the quilted picnic blan- nic service in the park, which is a Business Bites From Steaks to Fitness to Style, Lots of Openings in Lamorinda By Vic Ryerson Relax and Recharge with me in a store environment…. Mind also has stores in Burlingame late will be interested to know that recovery/emergency. 5:30 – 7 p.m. Studio E, the workout spot next [M]any people are reluctant to in- and San Francisco. Glasshouse, a professional home Thursday, July 14, Bank of the to SiSi Café in Moraga, now of- vite someone into their homes to The attractive new store, which management service, is expanding West Lafayette Branch. fers a meditation class on Thursday rummage through their clothing. I features athletic shoes, apparel and to Orinda and Lafayette. evenings at 7 p.m.. Led by Orinda understand that your wardrobe is a related items, was decorated by The company, which launched in Moraga Chamber of Commerce resident Susie Romak, the class is very personal thing, which makes Keleher and his partners, Dawson Oakland, Berkeley and Piedmont www.moragachamber.org, not restricted to Studio E members, trust the key to my business.” Montoya and Kyle Ballard. It is in March 2015, offers preventive (925) 323-6524 but is open to the public. Find out more at www.wardrobe- local and independent, he empha- maintenance to help a homeowner A Mixer will be held 3 to 5 p.m. Meditation is a peaceful, relax- edither.wordpress.com, or contact sizes, and has big plans to connect stay ahead of home maintenance on Friday, June 24, at St Mary’s ing, rejuvenate practice that is an Humann at amyhumann82@gmail. with the community as it gets es- issues by having a home manager College, Filipi Hall #205. The antidote to Lamorindans’ busy life- com or at (925) 878-1275. tablished. visit the home quarterly to per- Five-year Plan and a tour the Sports style, according to Romak. She has Partnering with local fitness busi- form a comprehensive two-hour Center will be featured. many years of experience in medi- From Flatbread to Philly Steaks ness Body Zing!, a program of free checkup. The goal is to keep the tative and spiritual practice, includ- Reem’s Steaks, which offers a group runs called Rock the Run house running in tip-top shape. Orinda Chamber of Commerce ing study in India. full line of beef and chicken Philly is offered from the store at 5 p.m. Additional home maintenance and www.orindachamber.org, Further information about the cheese steak sandwiches as well as each Friday afternoon in June, be- repair service is available between (925) 254-3909 class is available at susieromak@ burgers and other fare, has opened fore the Rock the Plaza concerts. service visits. The new Orinda business blog gmail.com, or (925) 250-1332. under new ownership in the former Body Zing! will start with a fifteen- The subscription service for the is now online. Check it out at Turquoise space on Moraga Way in minute core warm-up, followed by quarterly visits costs $50 per orindachamber.org. The first post RedefineYour Image downtown Orinda. Now owned by a 5 to 7 k group run led by A Run- month. The cost of additional includes a short documentary of Amy Humann, former store Alex Masaraweh, who also owns ner’s Mind on a course determined maintenance and repair tasks is $75 Orinda 2016 restaurant tour. It manager and stylist at Specialtees Petra, the Greek restaurant next to by the composition and desires of per hour. Additional information is was filmed and edited by Chamber Boutique in Lafayette, has started the Orinda Theater, the little restau- the group. A Runner’s Mind also available at glasshouse.com. member Susan Garell. The Cham- Wardrobe EditHer, a new busi- rant features a bright new interior, offers additional free group runs ber is eager to publish members’ ness to help clients change their as well as a totally new menu. three times a week. Chamber Music stories in the blog. Send your ideas style and redefine their personal Reem’s Steaks is open for dine-in Plans are also in the offing for Lafayette Chamber of Commerce to [email protected]. image. or carryout items Monday through walking groups, and Zumba and www.lafayettechamber.org, A “Get Into Summer Mixer” Humann goes to her clients’ Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., yoga classes are planned to start in (925) 284-7404 will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. homes by appointment to edit and and from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sun- July. Classes will be held either on Rock the Plaza, the free Friday on June 23 at Sutter Health Urgent organize their wardrobes. She also day. Call ahead at (925) 253-2004 the Plaza or inside the store. summer concert series at Lafayette Care Clinic, 12 Camino Encinas in assists with donation or consign- More information is available at Plaza, will continue with concerts Orinda. ment of unwanted apparel and ac- Run, Rock, and Soak Up the Vibe arunnersmind.com, or by emailing by The Big Jangle on June 7 and During the month of July cessories, and offers styling and A Runner’s Mind, a locally [email protected]. The Lamorinda Idol Finalists on June members of the Orinda and Mor- personal shopping services. owned company that opened its phone number for the Lafayette 24. The two-hour concerts start at aga chambers of commerce will “I started my business in Janu- newest store May 17 on the Plaza store is (925) 310-4312. 6:30 pm. be able to access an online train- ary because of the growing demand in Lafayette, is reaching out to The Chamber’s June Mixer ing series called Hot Small Busi- for assistance from my customers,” the community with free running, Don’t Throw Stones at Glass- will be held 5:30 – 7 p.m. Wednes- ness Marketing Trends You Need says Humann. “People just started walking, and other events as part house day, June 22, at Capital Advantage, to Know. Contact your chamber asking me if I could come to their of its ongoing effort to become Every homeowner who has ex- 3708 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 200. directly to be sure to be included in homes to help them with their clos- “the running, walking and fitness perienced the aggravation of a Lamorinda Small Business Fo- this opportunity. The series will be ets because they were so pleased hub for the Lamorinda area,” says plumbing failure or postponed a rum will present a program on accessible anytime in July to those with the experiences they’d had owner Monte Keleher. A Runner’s maintenance project until it was too protecting your business: robbery/ part of the chambers’ network. If you have a business brief to share, please contact [email protected] Wednesday, June 15, 2016 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A11 Randy Bennett ... continued from page A1 I played hard for him.” One door lies slightly ajar. “The stability. Maybe down the road, Caphorn and Woodards had not NBA? Not now. Not necessarily as with the right people. experienced all of the losing. They a coach, but on the management8>I\Xckp “Why do I stay here? Why not? believed Saint Mary’s could win. It side. That would intrigue me. But, I’m happy, my family is happy. was exactly the mindset that Ben- is it something I’m trying )o,Zfcfito do? What is more important than that?” nett insisted the team project. No. It’s great money, but not great The Gaels won only nine ),0! games that first season. The confidence and self-esteem were growing, but the team was still not quite there. “We could have won 13. It was psychological. We had no idea IndependentIndependent Brokerage what it was to win. We would run off four or five wins in a row, we SinceSince 2000 thought we were decent, then we’d FiveFive Realtors Realtors Strong Team lose six straight,” Bennett said. He and his coaches worked 6248 YearsYears Experience!Experience! on building more confidence and instilling it in the players. From coaches like Royce Youree, an Ari- Certified Residential Alex Gailas zona coach from whom he learned Lamorinda Specialist Alex Gailas 31 Years Orinda Resident Broker/President many of the Saint Mary’s defensive Broker/President CalBRE#01305545 schemes, Bennett and his assistants pieced it all together. 925-788-0229 Today, the Gaels ooze that con- 925-788-0229 fidence. They know what it is like ThinkingThinking About About Selling Selling? or Buying? to play with a 13 game winning Call me today! streak or to play in the post-season. Bennett discusses strategy at the 2012 NCAA Tournament with Matthew Expert advice is more essential than ever before. Dellavedova, now an NBA star with the Cleveland Cavaliers Photo Tod Fierner The conference championships, “He enjoyed the relationship he had Mints, Playground Dreams and advancing to the Sweet 16 of the [email protected] with his players. That shaped me.” Coaching the Runnin’ Utes.” In NCAA tournament: all have con- Visit MLS at www.AlexGailas.com His father, Tom Bennett, a the book, Majerus said his dream tributed to the team’s confidence, office # 925-254-7600 successful coach in Arizona and a job when he retired was to coach at as well as to the high expectations. 43 Moraga WAy, Ste 203, Orinda member of the Indiana Basketball Saint Mary’s. “What I told the players in Hall of Fame, coached Bennett at It so happened that the wife 2001, versus what I told the guys Mesa Junior College. “He never of Carl Clapp, then-Saint Mary’s a few days ago, is not that much put our relationship ahead of the athletic director, was a huge Ma- different,” said Bennett recently. team,” said his father, noting that jerus fan. When Majerus called “Work hard, keep a positive attitude on a team trip to a Hawaii tourna- the Clapp home, she answered the and get your degree.” Education is ment, Bennett did not even sit near phone. Thinking Majerus was call- Bennett’s non-negotiable standard. Bridging the journey from his dad on the plane. He was team ing to pitch the Saint Mary’s job, He has no time for keeping track Lamorinda to Rossmoor captain, and the team came first. she grabbed her husband out of the of whether his players are going to Bennett said his father did not shower and made him take the call. class, and he refuses to butt heads “One satisfied client at a time!” with them. They have to maintain a encourage or discourage his desire But Majerus was calling Clapp to For advertising in the June 2016 Issue of The Orinda News balance between athletics and edu- to be a coach. “But I warned him recommend Bennett for the coach- Please initial below and fax to 510-758-1437: ____ See changes noted above: ____ cation, and it is up to the players to Approved that he would not find the players ing job, and he got the interview. If you have any questions, please call Jill Gelster at 925-528-9225, or figure out how to do it. willing to put in the time and ef- “I knew a little bit about Saint email [email protected] fort that he did, and it may frustrate Mary’s,” Bennett said. “At the Fi- Bennett met his wife, Darlene, * Please note prices above do not include any typesetting charges if they apply. him,” Tom Bennett said. nal Four in Minneapolis, I remem- through mutual friends at the Final “I knew he would be success- ber interviewing on the second Four in New Orleans and they mar- ful because of his work ethic,” floor of a Comfort Inn, by a swim- ried in 1998. They have two boys, Rossmoor senior real estate specialist and said Bennett’s high school coach ming pool, with little kids running Chase and Cade. “I encourage them Lamorinda resident for 20+ years! Bud Doolen, from whom Bennett around. But it went well.” to try all sports. It’s better for their learned unselfishness and putting Saint Mary’s brought Bennett development,” said Bennett. “But Call today for a personalized tour of the team first. “He wasn’t a rah-rah to the campus for a second inter- they do lean toward hoops.” Rossmoor and a Market Analysis of your home. guy, but he was prepared. I remem- view and the school called him The Future ber before one game, he was sitting afterward. The Gaels’ record was Is Bennett here to stay? in the shower room, alone, meditat- 2-27, and people weren’t exactly “Yes,” he said. “I don’t think I Maria Eberle Realtor ing and preparing for the game.” beating down the door, so officials can fairly project out where I’ll be Honing Skills to be a Head wanted to be sure Bennett would in 10 years. But, if after 10 years Berkshire Hathaway Coach take the job. “Are you kidding me? I’m still here, I’d be pretty happy. HomeServices Bennett first worked as an- as I was lucky. Carl had to take a leap “When I first came here, I had 1830 Tice Valley Blvd., sistant in 1985 under Hank Egan, of faith,” he said. no plan to be here 15 years. You Walnut Creek head coach at the University of San It required a leap of faith by worry about keeping your job. You have about four years to prove you (925) 478-7190 Diego, from whom he picked up Bennett himself. [email protected] pieces of his offensive game plan. Building a Winning Attitude can win. If you do, then comes the opportunity to go elsewhere. And I www.mariaeberle.com Bennett remained an assistant for The Saint Mary’s brand was CalBRE# 01798906 16 years, never losing his desire to down. The two top scorers had stayed. The longer I stay, the more be a head coach. It did not have to transferred. After the school of- I want to stay.” be in Division 1; he just wanted to fered a scholarship to a local player Bennett has followed his fa- coach. He would have been fine at a who turned it down and enrolled ther’s example in providing a posi- junior college, or even high school. in a prep school that cost $15,000 tive influence on his people. “Saint When head coach Brad Holland a year, Bennett realized that he had Mary’s is built on intimate relation- left USD in 1996 for the San Anto- better look elsewhere. ships,” he said. “You have players nio Spurs of the NBA, the Toreros Bennett sought a group that who have gone through your pro- hired an experienced outsider. “I wanted to play for Saint Mary’s gram; you’ve helped them grow thought that I would have replaced and be excited about it. A friend into young men. They were part of him. I was naïve,” Bennett said. Af- from Arizona recommended Adam your family. You feel like you want ter the same thing happened at Pep- Caphorn, a player from Australia. to be there for them, to have this perdine, he moved to Saint Louis Bennett did not know who Caph- situation for life. It’s what we sell.” LeapFrog Plumbing University. orn was, and he had never seen him “Randy was the best man at my “I didn’t want to be an assistant play, but he needed a guard so he wedding, and he just attended my Got gas? Many people at 50 years old,” Bennett said. “I brought Caphorn to Saint Mary’s. graduation,” said Woodards, who think plumbers deal only earned his master’s degree in lead- had to make a decent living.” He Bennett recruited another with water and sewage. considered leaving for a Division guard, Anthony Woodards, out of ership at Saint Mary’s in May. 2 head coaching position and a job Richmond. “I had a chip on my “This is a great place to raise Not true! We install and at a junior college. Then, in 2001, shoulder,” said Woodards, a captain your family,” continued Bennett. repair all types of gas lines “My boys were born here, their Saint Mary’s opened up. A fateful with the Richmond Fire Depart- and ﬁxtures too. phone call paved his way. ment. “I wasn’t heavily recruited, friends are here. It’s getting harder Head Frog Mo Williams and harder for someone to say to Bennett’s friend Rick Maje- and Randy gave me a chance. I was LeapFrog Loot rus had written a book while head grateful. He gave me the opportuni- me: this new place is better. I don’t Mo’s sizzling coach at the University of Utah ty to make it out of my community, know if there’s a better place to summer $25 off – “My Life On a Napkin: Pillow to get an education, and I made sure live. Why would you leave?” specials… Any plumbing job* Moraga • Outdoor kitchens LeapFrog Loot • New gas lines for cooktops $100 off Rheem Boulevard Closes ... continued from page A5 and dryers Gas line installation * No notice was sent to Lafayette. said her family has already been project (a.k.a. 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Kindra Sampson said The work is a major under- struction activities to occur *1 coupon per service, exp. 7/31/16 that her daughter going to Cam- taking since the road has to be between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. on polindo will have to go around excavated first to stabilize the weekdays and 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. We Hop To It! from Rheem to Saint Mary’s underlying terrain with piers and on Saturdays to minimize the du- Family-owned and serving Road, all the way down to the tension cables that will be drilled ration of the road closure. Lamorinda since 1993 crossing with Moraga Road, and diagonally down into the bed- For questions, contact Paul green solutions! back to the high school. rock beneath the slide. It was a Medeiros, (408) 529-6020, pme- “This way is already very im- project the town would have had [email protected], or Mora- pacted in the morning, and it will difficulty funding on its own and ga Public Works, (92) 888-7026, (925) just get worse as long as Rheem it is why it was part of the condi- [email protected]. CA Lic 377-6600 929641 www.LeapFrogPlumbing.com is closed,” said Sampson. She tions of approval of the Bellavista Page: A12 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Graduation 2016 ACALANES HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR AWARDS, 2016

Photos Gint Federas National Merit Finalists • Cole Fang-Horvath Bill Usinger Memorial • Digital Design: Scholarship: • Sean Cruz • Cole Fang-Horvath • Alex Kelly Swim Scholarship: Sienna Kuan • Kat Bautista Math Department Awards: • Connor Virostek • Julia Lauer • Natalie Morlock • Entrepreneurship: Choral Director’s Awards: The Ernie DeMartini • Iris Wang • Alex Longerbeam • Allyson Villanueva Mimi White • Emily Gray Excellence in Math Award: National Merit Scholarship • Zaid Nabulsi Lafayette Water Polo • Instrumental Music: • Kaitlyn Johnson • Alex Longerbeam • Iris Wang • Rachel Wan Foundation Scholarship: Andrew Chow, Owen Chan • Charlie Manzano-Mallison • Matt Self National Merit • Iris Wang • Lucy Fellner • Journalism: Iris Wang • Maggie Ortiz Fischer • LeeAnn Wang Commended Scholars: • LeeAnn Wang Michaelangelo D’Onofrio • Photography: Ally • Katie Wolf Excellence in Statistics • Rishabh Bhatnagar California Scholarship Arts Foundation DeMartini, Dara Feller, • Taylor Wondowlowski Award: ` • Boris Botchev Federation Scholarship: Scholarship: Sabba Jweainat, Rabeeah Ali Instrumental Music • Iris Wang • Andrew Chow • Lia White • Raea Gragg • Science & Engineering: Awards: • Michael Ney • Kyle Everly • Brooke Alsterlind Acalanes Faculty Joshua Douglas & • Arion Band Award: Athletic Awards: • Joseph Fonstein Presidential Service Awards: Scholarship: Cameron Gaskell, Zachary Max Bucholz Most Outstanding Senior • Ethan Green • Alyssa Kisner • Georgia Dimick Busch Wiesenthal & Joseph • Arion Orchestra Award: Athletes: • Glenn Johnston • Amy Sabbadini Memorial Scholarship: Fonstein, Andrew Chow Alex Longerbeam • Kyle Everly • Alexander Kelly Air Force Academy: • Janina Larsen • Visual Art: • Louis Armstrong Jazz • Hannah Kresnak • Peter Kintner • Krystal Kirkland • Elise Berg Dara Feller, Siena Kuan Award: Andrew Chow Most Valuable Senior • Alexander Lee • Naval Academy: Joan Portello Minton • Automotive Technology Lafayette Rotary Arthur Athletes: • Alex Longerbeam • Regan McQuain Memorial Scholarship: Awards: D. Bridges Memorial • Cameron Gaskell • Nicholai Martinsen • Lexie Silva • Cole Fang-Horvath Rex Kaufman Scholarships: • Lucy Fellner • Zaid Nabulsi Kiwani’s Club of Moraga Dhillon-Randahawa • Scholarship Award: • Uma Agrawal • Julia Lyons • Michael Ney Valley: Family Scholarship: Devin MacIntyre • Alex Kelly California Interscholastic • Matthew Self • Nathan Brickman • Matt Self Aaron Harmon Drama Awards: Federation Awards: • Dylan Siv American Association Innovative Scientist • Bay Alarm Practical • Julia Husch • Alex Kelly • Hope Noonan-Stoner of University Women Award: Knowledge Award: Nick • Summer Zuehlsdorf Acalanes Booster Scholar • Kylie Van De Wyngaerde Scholarship: • Boris Botchev DeCool, Aidan Haughian, • Lia White Athlete Award: • Nicholas Van Oss • Yasmin Shamloo • Zaid Nabulsi Jack Stanton • Siavash Keivani • Brooke Lennox • Annie Wan Michael Masdeo Memorial James Garvey Memorial • Charles Mori Ford • Jonathan Nottage • Joey Christensen • Rachel Wan Scholarship: Scholarship: Award for Automotive • Jacob Burges Harry & Norma Radcliffe • LeeAnn Wang • Nic Warren • Alex Kelly Excellence: • Callie Zucker Award: • Isabelle White • Jack Stanton Parent Club Awards: Mohammad Ismaeel English Awards: • Michelle Volga • Robert Whitehead • Kaitlin Johnson • Joe Fonstein • Outstanding • AP Awards: Leadership Anchor National Hispanic Brad Chin Inspirational • Jerry Liu Achievement: • Annie Wan Awards: Recognition Program Leadership Award: • Alex Longerbeam Devin MacIntyre • Julia Lauer • Kyle McQuain • Adrian Guzman • Sabrina Elliott • Brooke Alsterlind Steffen Ryge Memorial Goodheart Award: • Regan McQuain • Alex Kelly William W. Scott Memorial • Kyle McQuain Scholarship: • Arielle Goodfriend • Monica Lundgren • Michael Ney Scholarship: • Michelle Volga • Kat Bautista World Language Awards: • Kelcey Higgins • Kylie VanDeWyngaerde • Jake Basilico Lafayette Partners • Kaia Johnson • Spanish: • Nicole O’Connor National Merit Special • Arden Childers in Education Project • Siavash Keivani Cristina DeMattos • Brooke Alsterlind Scholarship: • Peter Tripp Winners: • Jessica Wang • Mandarin: Harry Cooper Ole Chiavini Leadership • LeeAnn Wang • Justin Reilly • Acting: Emily Gray Richard C. Hansen Music • French: Josh Douglas Award: • Cameron Morton Matt Lynn Memorial • Applied Design: Nick Award: Jessica Wang • Emily Collins Presidential scholar: Scholarship: DeCool, Julia Husch • Rachel Ferreira Science Award: Citizenship Award: • Iris Wang • Nathan Brickman • Community Service: Choral Music Awards • Uma Agrawal • Sabrina Elliott Acalanes Highest • Tyler Henderson Iris Wang Arion Award: • Alex Longerbeam Academic Award: • Emma Myall • Creative Writing: • Morgan Orsolini Social Studies Award: • Emma Connolly • Sophia Ross Jacob Burges Shelli Francis Memorial • Boris Botchev CAMPOLINDO HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR AWARDS, 2016

Photos Gint Federas Air Force Academy: • Maya Bulos Drama Award (Jamie • Evan Amsden • Mary Noal • Plaque: Pieter Derksen • Patrick Timmons • Jio Chang Donohoe presenting): • Miguel Baliwag • Kelly Pien • Certificate (Life Science): Rotary Awards: • Benjamin Conley • Certificate: Alex • Callan Beaver • Ryan Rossi Tal Shoshan • Hope Leng • Katherine Erickson McFadden • Jeremy Bernhardt • Iman Sigman • Certificate(Physical Mary Elena Dochterman • Brandon Ewert • Plaque: Lauren Raff • Maya Bulos • Adia Tajima Science): High School Achievement • Ivan Gomez- Siu English Awards (Anne • Joshua Cao • Justin Velek Maya Bulos Scholarship: • Alexander Horst Hebert presenting): • Jio Chang • Madeleine Weinberg • American Chemical • Andrew Kondrich • Michelle Kwak • Certificate: Natasha • Pieter Derksen • Anthony Zhang Society: Kiwanis Award: • Steven Leserman McCullough • Brandon Ewert Finalists Hope Leng • Fiona Stewart • Haley Lewis • Plaque: Uma Gaffney • Thomas Flynn • Uma Gaffney Social Science Awards: McInerney Award: • Derek Ludwig Publications Award • Jacob Goldsmith • Aaron Lin (Dino Petrocco presenting) • Katherine Erickson • Ashley Lok (Charles Woolridge • Ivan Gomez-Siu • Colin Parsons • Certificate: Lion’s Club LEO award: • Jessica Mano presenting): • William Gu • Nathaniel Sauerberg Ivan Gomez-Siu • Ashley Lok • Holly Moore • Kelly Pien • Yurii Hanley • Nikhil Suri • Plaque : • Michelle Kwak • Austin Mello • Leadership Awards • Claire Hathaway • Nicole Taylor Emma McDonnell • Tal Shoshan • Mary Noal (Dino Petrocco presenting): • Sunwoo Hong National Merit Scholarships: • Tech Dept. Art Dept. Awards (Collette • Samuel O’Donnell • Fiona Stewart • Zachary Hsaio • Uma Gaffney • Certificate: Sweeney) Certificate: • Jason Rodriguez • Cameron Atwood • William Hughs • Colin Parsons Alexander Horst • ART: Madeleine Taylor • Sophia Settle • Ana Glosson • Tanvir Kaur Campolindo • Plaque: Olivia Carver • PHOTO: Haley • Ariel Song Math Awards: (Nick • Jiho Kim Sportsmanship Awards World Language Dept. Charlesworth • Nikhil Suri Schoen presenting): • Andrew Kondrich (Chris Walsh Presenting): Certificates: • VIDEO: Carson • Fiona Stewart • Plaque: Colin Parsons • Hope Leng • Hana Sun & Cole Stevens • French: Claire Hathaway Hernandez • Elizabeth Timmons • Certificate: Nikhil Suri • Haley Lewis CIF Scholar Athletes: • German: Cameron Wolff • Plaque: Ana Glosson • Patrick Timmons National Merit (John • Thomas Liao • Sterling Strother • Spanish: Hope Leng CSF –Jake Donohoe • Hanna Weyland Walker presenting) • Ashley Lok • Jubilee Ahazie • Mandarin: Jio Chang • Matthias Baker • Ethan Tonomura Commended Students: • Peter Moore Science Dept Awards: • Plaque: Liv Baker Wednesday, June 15, 2016 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A13 Graduation 2016 MIRAMONTE HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR AWARDS, 2016

Photos Gint Federas Orinda Womens Club • Jesse Epstein • Katarina Cohen English French • Alexandra Shaw Scholarship: • Forest Perez-Castillo • Ilene Drobny • Henry Hodder • Elizabeth Dunn • Tia Waters • Carolyn Brager • Nora Guergah • Alison Ingrey Leadership Spanish Outstanding Senior Music • Elizabeth Bennette Joseph Daugherty • Gabriel Moran • Elizabeth Hofinga • Liliana Moretti, Spanish Award: Orinda Rotary Memorial Scholarship: • Dylan Scaff Technical Education Spanish Level 5 • Clarissa Sandvik, Piano Scholarship: • Clayton Stehr • Kevin Shepard • Victor Leiva • Katarina Cohen, Tenor Sax - Jazz Band • Lillian Hunter-Reay Diablo Black Men’s Group • Natalie Tang Social Science Spanish Level 4 • Zachary Su, Clarinet – • Chiara Marley College Scholarship: • Misaki Kobayashi • Caiseen Kelley Visual & Performing Arts Symphonic Band Orinda Rotary Science & • Daniel Davis • Millie Kirchberg • Lucy Portnoff • Nora Guergah, • Lucy Portnoff, Flute – Technology Scholarship: Ernie Voight Memorial • Ivy Li Environmental Science Craftsperson of the Year Symphonic Band • Scott Wu Scholarship: • Zachary Su • Griffin Schwarz • Carter Chan • Sam Whiting, Trumpet - American Association of • Griffin Schwarz CSF Scholarship: Science • Paige Deloso Jazz Band and University Women Will Newton Award: • Edward (Pete) Bull • Laura Li VPA Arts Distinction Symphonic Band Outstanding: • Amanda De Vecchi • Jonathan (Kyle) • Zachary Su Awards: Miramonte Highest • Eleanor Roeder (Softball) Wallace National Merit: World Languages • Akasha Canonizado Academic Awards: • Caiseen Kelley • Zachary Wong (Baseball) • Cannon Armistead Latin • Deven Galang • Aaron Baum Kiwanis Club of Moraga Miramonte Service • Mitchell Brooks • Daniel Campbell • Eleanor Roeder • Holly Bohuslav Valley: Awards: • Daniel Campbell • Carolyn Brager • Kevin Pack • Katarina Cohen • Misaki Kobayashi • Daniel Huston • Clarissa Sandvik • Shawn Honaryar • Allan Rosso • Caiseen Kelley • Poul Anderson Writing • Alexander Hwang • Mitchell Tang • Elizabeth Reed, • Alicia Salinas • Samira Maboudian Contest • Joseph Wang • Jonathan Zhou The Ann Bisio Award • Peter Undlin • Clarissa Sandvik • Carolyn Brager President’s Volunteer Department Awards: Mandarin • James Gammon • Mitchell Tang Lamorinda Arts Council: Service: Math • Julian Cremer • Stefan Maksimovic Principal’s Award: • Isabell Kimura • Elizabeth Bennette • Samira Maboudian • Elizabeth Bennette • Samuel Whiting • Caiseen Kelley • Eleanor Roeder • Carolyn Brager • Mitchell Tang • Henry Hodder • Clayton Stehr Congratulations to all AUHSD Graduating Students — Lamorinda Weekly

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Lbele, earned a Platinum Seal for her cul- tural arts presentation, “Tinikling: Filipino Lafayette Community Bamboo Dance,” at the 2016 California State 4-H Field Day that was held at UC Davis on Foundation Award Grants May 28. Submitted by Rhonda Andronico To advance to the state level, Madison earned gold medals at the County Level held in February and the North Central Section Level held in March. Madison chose Ti- nikling as her topic because of her Filipino heritage and love of dance. During her two years in Lamorinda 4-H, Madison, a fourth- grader at Rheem Elementary School, said she has learned a lot about community service, animals, sewing and public speaking. In addition to 4-H, Madi enjoys playing piano and viola, dancing, and reading. To learn more about the 4-H Youth De- Fourth-grader Madison Gruebele. velopment Program, visit http://ucanr.edu/ Photo provided sites/contracosta4h/. Del Rey’s Maker Faire a Sunny Event Submitted by Marge Maceda Recipients gather at the LCF annual Grant Award Ceremony. Photo provided half-day event as they gained hands-on ex- he Lafayette Community Foundation Contra Costa county organizations: Cali- perience working with robots, drones, clay Thosted its annual Grant Award Cer- fornia Shakespeare Theater, Contra Costa animation, green screen movie making and emony on May 4 at Amphora Lafayette. In Interfaith Housing, Futures Explored, Inc., solar technology. addition to an olive oil tasting hosted by Generations in Jazz, Girl Scouts Twin Can- According to Del Rey principal Kirsten Amphora, attendees were thanked for their yon, Lamorinda Spirit Van, Lamorinda Vil- Theurer, the Maker’s Day Fair exemplifies ongoing support of LCF. A total of $19,750 lage, Ombudsman Service of Contra Costa great community spirit. “We hope that this was distributed among the following nine County and White Pony Express. fair will further inspire our future artists, scientists, doctors, astronauts, engineers and researchers.” Orinda Senior to Ride 3,000 Sun Light & Power (SLP), the company who will be installing solar systems at five Miles to Raise Cancer Awareness OUSD schools this summer, and TerraVerde Submitted by Richard Perez Renewable Partners LLC, the company as- sisting the Orinda unified School District in their solar project, did a solar power demonstration that focused on solar cell exploration and clean energy generation. Aside from exploring STEM-related Students from Del Rey Elementary School booths, students wrote movie scripts and worked with robots, drones, clay animation created a video of their stories using either and solar technology during the school’s green screen, or clay and an iPad. John Toki, Maker’s Day Fair last June 2. a well-known Bay Area sculptor, guided the Photo Sun Light & Power-Kristin Broussard students as they help design, weld and paint el Rey Elementary School, along El a piece of public art to be displayed at the Camino Moraga, held a Maker’s Day D Orinda Library and later to be installed at Del Fair on campus on June 2 to further foster Rey. their students’ interest in STEM (science, Glorietta Elementary School, another technology, engineering and mathematics) OUSD school, will hold a similar event in and the arts. the fall, with the exact date to be determined. Students and their families enjoyed the From left, Nick Bloisa and Orinda resident Rick Perez will ride from California to Florida to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer. Photo provided his June, longtime Orinda resident Rick bicycle adventure that will cross the USA. Eagle Scouts Mark Memorial TPerez, 69, and friend Nick Bloisa, 70 – Through this adventure, Laura’s Ride both who maybe should have better sense — will raise funds for the Danville-based Laza- Day With Flag Placements will cycle from Santa Monica to St. Augus- rex Cancer Foundation in support of patients Submitted by Keith Beard tine, Fla., as a fundraiser in memory of Laura fighting breast cancer and to help move Bartron, a close friend of Bloisa who suc- breast cancer research forward. Their goal is cumbed to breast cancer at the age of 45. Al- to raise $100,000. though her life was far too short, Laura, who The ride started with a Kickoff Party on worked as a Nutritionist at Renaissance Club June 9, then the two cyclists started their ad- Sport in Walnut Creek, touched and enriched venture on June 14. For more information the lives of numerous others, friends say. and to donate, visit www.laurasride.org and Bloisa and Perez say they are determined to www.crowdrise.come/lauras-ride. fight breast cancer with this epic 3,000 mile Local Girls Awarded Gold Award, Scouts Highest Honor Eagle Scout Aidan Beard of Troop 200, Lafayette, decorates a Veteran’s grave at Oakmont Submitted by Yuka Akera Memorial Park on Saturday May 28. In all, Troop 200 scouts and leaders placed nearly 500 Girl Scout organization and provides lasting flags. Photo provided benefit to the girl’s larger community. Kenna created a mentoring program at a local homeless shelter. For this program, Common Interests Bring teens from the Moraga area were paired with children at the shelter to become positive Different Faiths Together influences for the kids. Kenna trained her Submitted by Terry Clark peers on how to work with children in less- n Saturday May 21, area residents from strengths of our country.” fortunate situations. The team of mentors OChristian, Muslim, and Jewish congre- An early highlight was the outdoor then went to the shelter for the first week of gations gathered together at the Lafayette Christian worship service, conducted by summer vacation in 2015. They exposed the Reservoir to enjoy relaxed fun, fellowship, Pastor Lauren Gully of the Lafayette-Orinda kids to many activities, some of which they each other’s foods and rich conversation un- Presbyterian Church. Her message deepened never would have been able to experience. der the theme “Harmony in Diversity.” the theme of harmony in the diversity among Iman worked with Loaves and Fishes, an The occasion was the second annual people of different faiths and emphasized the organization based in Sacramento that tries Interfaith Picnic sponsored by Neighbor to importance of “our many Interfaith activi- to create a safe space for the homeless. Her Neighbor, an East Bay partnership among ties in the East Bay community connecting project was designed to benefit the Mustard different faiths established six years ago to neighbor to neighbor.” Campolindo students Kenna Sherman and Seed School, which is an elementary school promote understanding, respect, apprecia- Members from the San Ramon Valley Is- Iman Sigman were honored with their Girl for homeless children in Sacramento where Scout Gold Award. Photo Lori Sherman tion for others’ religions and deep inter-re- lamic Center and Temple Isaiah also spoke the rates of water-related accidents are in- lationships among people of all cultures and from their scriptures on this theme of the n May, two girls in the Orinda/Moraga credibly high. Since many of the kids at this Service Unit earned their Girl Scout Gold faiths. day. In addition, Pastor Gully carefully ex- I school did not have easy access to swim les- As the 100 or so picnickers arrived, plained each element of the Christian wor- Award. This year’s recipients were Kenna sons, they were especially at risk. In 2015, Sherman, a junior at Campolindo High each placed a flag pin in a very large World ship for the benefit of the other faiths; and she created a swim program for the summer Map at the country of origin for their ances- everyone joined in singing hymns together School and Iman Sigman, a senior at Cam- program at Mustard Seed School. Since she polindo High School. They were recognized try. Virtually all pins landed in Europe, the on common spiritual beliefs and the scrip- is a swim coach, she thought she could do Middle East, Southeast Asia, South America tural imperative to “Love your neighbor as on May 22 during an awards ceremony. something to help. The program she created The Girl Scout Gold Award is the high- and elsewhere around the world. As N2N yourself.” included games geared towards making kids Coordinator Terry Clark explained later in Before the group began their meal, all est award that a Girl Scout may earn and is more confident and able in the water and completed by a Senior or Ambassador Scout the program, “The results underscore that formed N2N’s signature “Ring of Solidar- taught their summer team how to teach basic (unless we are Native Americans) all of our ity” in prayer and reflection on their motto between the ages of 14 and 18. To earn the freestyle and backstroke. She also created Gold Award, which some compare to the Boy families originated with immigrants from of “People of All Faiths Standing Together” a pamphlet for parents on how to keep their outside the United States. From these di- along with blessings from Jewish, Muslim Scout Eagle Award, the Scout must identify a children safe around water. Take Action Project that reaches beyond the verse origins, we come together to create the and Christian representatives. Wednesday, June 15, 2016 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: B5 Families Without Borders Empowers Students in Sierra Leone By Sophie Braccini Sierra Leone’s economic growth’s prospects and Iran. She had brought a $10,000 check were excellent until the Ebola epidemic from MAP to support FWB’s scholarships struck the country. Today, prospects are im- to help fund FWB’s new learning center in proving again but United Nations’ figures Makeni. still indicate that over 60 percent of the six During the event, a Skype connection millions Sierra Leoneans live on less than was established with Sierra Leone and about $1.25 a day, and the average life expectancy a dozen students interacted with the crowd. is 48 years. Among them was Ibrahim Kalokoh, the FWB’s strategy is to pay for the tu- first beneficiary and first college graduate ition, housing and other college expenses of of the organization’s scholarship program college-bound students who lack financial in Sierra Leone. A very energetic and bright means, supporting them until they get their young man, he is now the data manager for degree, while asking them to work to con- the Human Trial of Ebola Vaccine in Sierra tribute to their own living expense, mentor Leone. He is also country manager for FWB other students, and engage in community programs, overseeing all FWB activities in service. “We show them that the more they his country. He also launched FWB’s high- serve, the greatest leaders they will be,” says speed internet café and technology center, Khonsari. She adds that, for example, her which is the very first in Makeni. students now mentor the poorest of the poor Khonsari said that all the money collect- school-age children, and teach adult literacy ed during the successful event would be used classes. According to the non-profit leader, for Sierra Leonean students’ scholarships this top-down strategy of empowerment is and other local educational programs. She sustainable in the long term and multiplies added that her organization wants to empow- the initial investment. er students who really need it, have the desire Terri Khonsari talks to donors during the fourth annual Families Without Borders gala. Over the years Khonsari’s enthusiasm to serve themselves in turn, and have lead- Photo Sophie Braccini and truthfulness have allowed her to attract ership potential. FWB visits high schools rom a beautiful home and backyard Terri Khonsari had the opportunity to a group of faithful supporters. They all gath- in poor neighborhoods to find scholarship Ftucked in the hills of Sanders Ranch in discover Sierra Leone six years ago when ered at her Moraga home on May 22 for the candidates and partners with other non-profit Moraga, a group of Bay Area residents re- visiting her daughter Niloufar Khonsari, FWB gala. The crowd was a mix of Ameri- such as EducAid, a British non-profit that cently gathered to change the world, one who was working on a Fulbright fellowship cans of all origins, including Persians like helps poor high-school students, running ra- country at a time. at the University of Makeni in the West Af- the Khonsaris, and Africans, among many dio advertisements to inform people of the During the fourth Families Without Bor- rican country. She says she fell in love with others. possibilities of the programs. ders Gala, not only did they give money, the country and its people. From then on, she Inez Wondeh, board member of FWB Khonsari has been talking with other shared food, and learned about FWB pro- and her husband, Dr. Hamid Khonsari, have said she is from Liberia and met the Khonsa- groups about FWB’s pay it forward approach grams, they also enabled a dynamic that consistently pursued a mission of creating ris through her job as chief operating officer of investing in young people who will con- aims at supporting the future elite of Sierra education and leadership opportunities for at BASS Medical Group. It is the educational sequently support the development of their Leone while infusing the beneficiaries with young Sierra Leoneans. mission of the non-profit that pushed her to country and she hopes the strategy will mul- a spirit of community service. The non-profit Sierra Leone is bordered by Guinea and devote herself to it. tiply. expects the strategy to multiply the initial in- Liberia; it has a long coastline along the At- Floria Hakimi is a friend of Khonsari’s. As for now, she can’t wait to go back to vestment and serve as a model for other non- lantic Ocean. The country has a lot of natural She is also on the advisory board of Moms Sierra Leone. She says she lives here so she profitssupporting education in impoverished wealth, until the civil war that killed 120,000 Against Poverty, a non-profit supporting can serve there. “This is the home for my areas. people between 1992 and 2002, Afterward, children in need in Senegal, Cambodia, India heart,” she adds. Daytrips & Getaways La Senorita has Half a Explore the Magic of Forestville Century of Teaching By Fran Endicott Gary Farrell Winery, technically in Spanish at Campolindo Healdsburg, but just a short drive up By Cathy Dausman the hill, directly across from your Farmhouse Inn home base. It’s hard to imagine a better vantage point from which to savor the splendors of the Russian River Valley than Gary Farrell – renowned for its pinot noir and chardonnay. From your terrace perch overlooking the forested valley below, enjoy a plate of local gourmet cheeses selected expressly to complement each tasting as your wine educator explains the origins of each delicious pour. Forestville is now known for good wines and food. Photos provided Head back the short distance to he bohemian enclave of Forest- ready in the lobby, and a beautiful the Farmhouse Inn and lounge by Tville in the Russian River Val- three-course breakfast is included. the pool, or on your private patio. ley (about 80 miles north, and west While the Farmhouse Inn’s Explore the sylvan gardens (designed and landscaped expertly of Santa Rosa) has long attracted beautiful pool, hot-tub, and spa (fea- Lola Danielli Photo Cathy Dausmann writers, artists, and counterculture turing a “farm-to-spa table” menu by Roland Crighton, formerly he year was 1963 or mil, sisted she develop fluency in Eng- activists. But residents are noticing of treatments including ingredients with Valley Crest Design Group novecientos sesenta y tres in lish. changes in their quiet town; while like forest honey, heirloom cider and now with Forma Design Part- T Spanish, when Lola Danielli ar- She considered attending what tie-dye can still be spotted here and apples, and garden grown herbs) ners) and the many seating areas, rived at Campolindo High School was then San Jose State College there, tourists now roam the streets are more than enough to keep you water features, and vine covered fresh out of U.C. Berkeley. The before settling on U.C. Berkeley – or street - where an original hard- occupied during your stay, you’ll trellises that will likely make Spanish teacher from the previous on the advice of her father’s friend. ware store and pharmacy are nes- want to explore the area a bit. you consider a remodel or reju- year was not returning. She earned an undergraduate de- tled between wine-tasting rooms. A great place to start is Forest- venation of your own backyard. “I thought I’d died and gone to gree in romance languages and The town’s architecture is ville’s main drag – Front Street. Though there are other restau- heaven,” Danielli said of her new later earned a master’s degree and eclectic, modest, and friendly – a Head to the Joseph Jewell Wines rant choices in town, a stay at the assignment in a nearly new school. nearly finished her doctorate. “I built-over-time mix of quaint, free tasting room and let friendly Farmhouse Inn is not complete More than 50 years and two gen- love learning,” Danielli says em- standing buildings, some dating manager Dawn Marie guide you without dinner at its charming res- erations of students later, she is still phatically. She encourages each back to the turn of the last century. through their portfolio of small- taurant. Chef Steve Litke has main- behind a Campolindo desk instill- of her students to become teach- Bicyclists and hikers love the many batch, handcrafted pinots, zins and tained his Michelin-star status for ing her knowledge of Spanish and ers and teachers of Spanish, but it miles of trail, and kayakers and chardonnays. Afterward, move six consecutive years, and his ‘Rab- a love of teaching to every student is a hard sell when they are teens. canoers flock to the river. But the up the road a bit to Russian River bit, Rabbit, Rabbit’ dinner entrée who takes her class. “They laugh,” she says. But later in real draw is the area’s wineries, and Vineyards and Farm to enjoy lunch (rabbit served three ways) is leg- It is finals week and Danielli life, even those who do not teach the luxurious Farmhouse Inn — a at the only winery-based restau- endary. He sources the ingredients is preparing an 800-point multiple are proud of their ability to com- romantic boutique hotel with a rant in the Russian River Valley. for his ever-changing menu from choice test. Students are casually municate in a second language, and Michelin-starred restaurant. Propri- This historic 1890s farmhouse of- the Bartolomei’s ranch, and from dressed, but the petite Senorita is Danielli is equally proud of them etors Catherine Bartolomei-Smith fers indoor or outdoor wine tast- local artisan farmers, and the results neatly coiffed in dress, sweater and — most especially when they re- and her brother Joe grew up in ing and dining in a bucolic setting; are spectacular, and a perfect way her signature high heels. Danielli turn to her classroom. Forestville, and together they have menu items are sourced from the to end a perfect day in Forestville. elects to sit in a student desk near She counts among former stu- created a sumptuous six-acre gem more than 45 different types of Farmhouse Inn and Restaurant, the reporter but there is no mistak- dents a Kaiser doctor whom she that is alone worth a trip to the area. vegetables grown on the property. 7871 River Road, Forestville, 707- ing just who is la profesora. met on an ER visit, a Santa Rosa Featuring 25 varying sized After lunch, set your sights on 887-3300; www.farmhouseinn.com “I’m a hard teacher,” Danielli winery worker, a retired judge who farm-chic rooms with above-and- says of her refusal to water down was often the only Spanish speaker beyond amenities, the Farmhouse her teaching. “I don’t care if you’re in his courtroom, several attorneys Inn is the epitome of casual el- the governor’s son or daughter,” and a United Nations translator. egance. Guests are greeted with she added. It comes, she says, from She is now teaching her sec- the offer of a glass of wine, and a being raised on a Santa Rosa ranch ond generation of estudiantes and choice of organic bath amenities and living a work ethic which delights to see parents of current to take to the room, or take home - didn’t include taking sick days off. students taking their former seats handmade soap, bath powders, and She still spends weekends and sum- during open house. “Class of 2016 artisanal seasonal scrubs. Rooms mers there. Her first formal educa- was a good year,” Danielli says. are lavishly appointed with large tion was at a one room schoolhouse Except for two C grades, her stu- jetted tubs, European linens, radiant where her teacher encouraged her dents earned “all As and Bs.” heated floors, indoor-outdoor fire- to speak English and not the Ital- When asked the inevitable, the ten- places, private patios, complimen- ian her parents spoke at home. She ured for five decades teacher says tary snacks, and fresh-baked cook- toyed with becoming a veterinarian she has no plans to retire. “When ies at turndown. The makings for but “can’t stand blood.” She also it’s third generation I’m going to gourmet s’mores (to be heated over felt she owed a debt of gratitude to worry,” she said. one of the many fire pits) are ever- the grade school teacher who in- Page: B6 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Please... Family & Cosmetic Dentistry CARPET CLEANING LAMORINDA'S FAVORITE Now FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS FOR OVER 36 YEARS accepting new (925) 283-8744 SUMMER SPECIAL www.siggyscarpetcleaning.com % patients! 3408 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette I5 OFF ...thanks Not to be missed Not to be missed Kristi L. Doberenz, D.D.S., Inc. ART cert Series) at 7:30 p.m. on Fri- Answers, questions and book- 8 Camino Encinas, STE #110, Orinda day, June 24, whether you are a signing. Cost: $12 advance, $15 (925) 254-3725 Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery trained musician or simply want door. For more info see http:// presents: Painting with Light to enjoy some splendid music. www.brownpapertickets.com/ — Photography and Watercolor St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, event/2547547 or call (510) from June 4 to July 9, with an 1924 Trinity Ave, Walnut Creek. 967-4495. artist talk on June 15. Photogra- For more information, contact Lamorinda’s phers: Maude Pervere, Stephen Dwight Stone, Music Director Diablo Ballet and its Teen Religious Services Elbert, Suzanne Engelberg, Tan- and Producer at stonemusique@ Board present their first an- ya Knoop, and Watercolorist Ju- gmail.com or phone (510) 512- nual PAWS de Tutu event from lie Cohn. (925) 284-1485 www. 2623 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 18 at jenniferperlmuttergallery.com the Lafayette Reservoir. Par- St. Anselm’s Episcopal Church The free Sunday Concert Se- ticipants are invited to dress A Loving Community The Moraga Art Gallery an- ries continues with award-win- up their dogs and enter the dog Sunday Services: 8 and 10 AM nounces a new show, “Porce- ning baritone Zachary Gordin, costume “ComPAWtition” and In-church Youth Zone, 10 AM Nursery Childcare lain Poetry/Textile Treasures,” renowned for bringing masterful win some amazing prizes. Any- featuring beautifully-crafted, singing and strong physicality to one interested in participating, 682 Michael Lane, Lafayette, 284-7420, www.stanselms.ws functional pottery by mem- a wide variety of roles, from 7 should register online at www. ber artist Donna Arganbright to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, June 26 at diabloballet.org as participation of Lafayette and a selection of The Kensington, 1580 Geary is limited. Registration fees are vibrant quilts created by guest Road, Walnut Creek. Reserva- $30 for adults and $20 for youth artist Denise Oyama Miller. The tions required at (925) 243- 17 and under. show runs from June 8 to Aug. 7592, www.VintageKensington. 13. The Moraga Art Gallery is com. Be a big daddy this Father’s located at 522 Center Street, Day by adopting a new kitten Moraga. (925) 376-5407. The MFA in Dance Program or cat from Community Con- at Saint Mary’s College pres- cern for Cats. See the adorable The public is invited to at- ents Coalesce, an original and felines at CC4C’S adoption tend the Art and Photography distinctive dance work that event from 1 to 4 p.m. on Satur- Show, featuring works by some explores universal themes of day and Sunday, June 18 and 19, 80 adult students, at Acalanes culture, community, spiritual- at Pet Food Express in Lafayette Adult Education (AAE). Some ity, family and the physical and Pleasant Hill, and Petco in items will be available for sale. body within the context of dis- Walnut Creek. For more infor- Refreshments will be served. tance and proximity. Coalesce mation visit www.community- AAE is located at 1963 Tice is presented at 4 and 8 p.m. concernforcats.org . ORINDA CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek. The on Thursday, June 30 at Saint 24 Orinda Way (next to the Library) - 254-4212 exhibit will continue on week- Mary’s LeFevre Theatre, 1928 Honor those with Alzheimer’s Sunday Service and Sunday School 10 - 11 am days only through July 29. St. Mary’s Road, Moraga. Cost: disease and their caregivers by Informal Wednesday Meeting 7:30 - 8:30 pm general, $15, senior and SMC participating in The Longest Reading Room/Bookstore M - F 11 - 4; Sat 11 – 2 MUSIC Community, $10, Buy online Day on Monday, June 20, a at stmarys-ca.edu/forms/mfa- sunrise-to-sunset team activ- www.christianscienceorinda.org Orinda Summer Concerts in dance-concert. ity held annually on the Sum- the Park Series continues from mer Solstice that raises disease 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at THEATER awareness and funds toward the Orinda Community Park. Alzheimer’s care, support and Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church June 14: Bay Bridge Beat, 70s Town Hall Theatre Company research. Join an existing team 433 Moraga Way, Orinda, 254-3422 Funk & Soul, Food Truck: Ken- presents “Play It Again, Sam” or create your own team with www.holyshepherd.org Forny’s issueHeart May& Soul, 18 soul food. by Woody Allen and directed activities that honor your loved Worship Services 8:30 & 10:45 a.m. June 21: Stratify, jazz; Food by Soren Oliver in Lafayette ones. Register now at: alz.org/ 9:40 a.m. Education Truck: An the Go, Asian fusion. through June 25. Tickets and TLD. Coffee Fellowship at 9:30 & 11:45 a.m. June 28: 3 Day Weekend, Mo- Childcare available for ages 5 and younger exact show times are available Worship the Lord! town; Food Truck: Streetdogs, at www.townhalltheatre.com or ManorCare Walnut Creek SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE BEGINS MAY 29 Sunday Mornings at Chicago style hot dogs. at by calling (925) 283-1557. Wellness Faire, from 10 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22 9:30amCoffee during Fellowship the summer 10:30 a.m. Rock the Plaza Friday night “Florence Nightingale” per- at 1226 Rossmoor Pkwy, Wal- 10 Moraga ValleyChildcare Lane |available www.mvpctoday.org for ages 5 and | 925.376.4800 younger concerts starting at 6:30 p.m. forms at 8 p.m. on June 17 and nut Creek. Local vendors will at Plaza Park on the corner 18 at the Martinez Campbell be demonstrating products, and of Mt. Diablo Boulevard and Theatre, 636 Ward St. in Marti- providing health screenings. Moraga Road in Lafayette will nez. Tickets at the door are $20 Admission is free. Call (510) feature The Big Jangle, a local and may be reserved by calling 340-8453 or (925) 975-5000 to Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church band dedicated to playing Tom (925) 518-3277. For more in- RSVP. 433 Moraga Way, Orinda, 254-3422 Petty tunes, on Friday, June 17, formation visit Onstagetheatre. www.holyshepherd.org and the 2016 Lamorinda Idol Fi- homestead.com. Ribbon cutting from 4:30 to nalists on Friday, June 24. 7 p.m. on Thursday June 23 at SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE For issue June 1 9:30 a.m. Worship Service LECTURE & LITERATURE Sutter Health Urgent Care, 12 Coffee Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. Celebrate National Make Mu- Camino Encinas, Orinda. There Childcare available for ages 5 and younger sic Day at Lafayette Plaza Park “A New Color: The Art of Be- will be music and appetizers. A from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on June 21 ing Edythe Boone” is an hour tour of the new urgent care facil- for free musical fun for all ages, long documentary about the life ity will be offered. including live band karaoke, of a San Francisco muralist and singing, ukulele music and mu- painter. The filmmaker, “Mo” Celebrate ARF’s 25th birth- sical crafts. Make Music Day is Morris, will present the film at day by growing your family a musical free-for-all that cel- 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 18 by four feet. Through June 30, ebrates music in all its forms, at the Walnut Creek Library all dogs, cats, puppies, kittens encouraging people to band to- located at 1644 N. Broadway, at ARF have $25 adoption fees. gether and play in free public downtown Walnut Creek. There There’s no better time to meet concerts. Make Music Day is will be a question-and-answer your new best friend. Stop by part of international Fête de la session with Ms. Morris after ARF at 2890 Mitchell Drive in Musique, taking place in 700 the film. Walnut Creek to meet your per- cities across 120 countries. fect match, or browse pets on- KIDS, PARENTS & TEENS line to find your favorite furry Thursday evening concerts face. Standard adoption criteria continue from 6:30 to 8:30 Come to the Summer Movies apply. p.m. at Moraga Commons Park: in the Park Series. Movies be- 10 Irwin Way, Orinda | 925.254.4906 | www.orindachurch.org “No matter who you are, wherever you are on life’s June 23: Apple Z, Rock & Roll; gin at dusk on Thursdays at the SENIORS journey, you are welcome here!” June 30: Moonalice, Bay Area Orinda Community Park. June Join us Sundays at 10 a.m. | Sunday School 10 a.m 60s. Picnic on a blanket or lawn 23: “Minions.” Mindful Aging @Moraga Li- chairs on the grassy hillside in brary: Introduction to Medita- front of the band shell. OTHER tion for Stress Relief at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 23. Dr. Marshall Children who approach a KPFA Radio 94.1 FM pres- Zaslove, a board certified psy- keyboard for the first time in- ents author Rebecca Gor- chiatrist, author and meditation Lafayette United Methodist Church stinctively know that what will don: “American Nuremberg: practitioner for over 40 years, happen will be unique and spe- The American Officials Who will offer simple, effective tech- 955 Moraga Road 925.284.4765 thelumc.org cial – so rediscover the child Should Stand Trial for Post niques, and will demonstrate the Sunday 10am Worship and Faith Formation for all ages in you. 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We meet Friday mornings at 7:00 am at The Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa, 3666 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette. For more info, please email us at [email protected] June 17 June 24 James Carpenter as Beatrice in California Shakespeare Theater’s production of “Much Ado About Nothing,” John Bateson, The Last The curtain comes down directed by Jackson Gay. Photo Alessandra Mello Great Battle on the Ron Melvin show! ove and shame haven’t formances—eventually erase any man separated from his own self Lchanged in over 400 years. mix-ups and keep the basic plot so completely that it takes con- Lamorinda Sunrise Rotary will be DARK on Friday, July 1. Words of devotion or degra- afloat with dramatic, accelerated scious effort to remember this is a Happy Fourth of July. Enjoy the extra-long weekend! dation written by William Shake- flair. woman playing a man — and even speare in approximately 1598 The classic “Much Ado” is a more effort to care, when the act- and hurried onto the stage in Cal romantic comedy that delves oc- ing is this good. In a performance Shakes’ fast-paced season opener, casionally into issues of class and Sunday, June 5, Lance Gardner Lafayette Rotary Club “Much Ado About Nothing,” cut society but remains primarily cen- (Ursula, Don Pedro) was infinitely to the “bones” as powerfully as tered on Beatrice, a young woman watchable in high-contrasting Step in on a Thursday and join us for our lunch meeting. Thursday at noon Oakwood Athletic Club, 4000 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. when they were originally crafted. with a wicked wit, and Benedick, roles. Anthony Fusco (Dogberry, Adapted by Kenneth Lin and an aristocratic soldier. Both claim Leonato) proved himself adept at June 16: June 23: Jackson Gay, the re-imagined to have little interest in marriage all levels; charming as Messina’s Steve Harwood, Richard Wexler, J.D., 100-minute play has a stellar cast or each other, but everyone around bumbling chief of police and hate- Lamorinda Arts Council Intelligent Aging hurling gossip, innuendos and them knows attraction sizzles be- ful as a disdainful father declar- loving declarations at heart-racing tween them. A second romance ing ownership of his daughter. ROCK THE PLAZA: Fri. June 17, Ticket To Ride speeds in the outdoor theater com- between the gentle Hero and brave No wonder he is a staple at Cal www.rotarylafayette.org pany’s 25th season at Orinda’s but impetuous Claudio takes more Shakes, A.C.T, Berkeley Rep and www.facebook.com/Rotary-Club-of-Lafayette-Ca-197392963631366 Bruns Amphitheater. If an opening stage time but serves primarily to other Bay Area theater companies. scene fails to do more than alert underscore the bitter or steamy Eric Flatmo’s set that relied audiences to Cal Shake’s progres- battles played out across social largely on mobile props was ap- sive approach to classic theater or classes and between lovers. pealing, if surprisingly underused. Lamorinda Weekly folds into flatness or confusion They’ve all been brought to- Costumes by Karina Chavarin is an independent publication, produced by and for the residents of Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda, CA as it introduces overused gender- gether by the triumphal return were most effective in Carpenter’s 26,600 printed copies; delivered to homes & businesses in Lamorinda. bending role play, the rest of the of Don Pedro, Prince of Aragon. bold green jacket that mimicked Contact us: action is a jolly jig. Don Pedro has defeated his broth- a miniskirt and the first scene’s Letters to the editor (max 350 words): [email protected] Delivery issues: [email protected] Lin, widely known as a writer, Don John, in a recent battle. quick-change hats and jackets Event listings: [email protected] er-producer of the Emmy-award Gathered at the home of Leonato, used to establish identity. “Much Business press releases: [email protected] winning “House of Cards,” and the father of Hero and uncle of Ado” runs through June 19. General interest stories/Community Service: [email protected] Gay, who directs the production, Beatrice, resentment lurks in ev- For the complete season and School stories/events: [email protected] begin Shakespeare’s comedic play ery corner. While the upper class more information, visit http:// Sport events/stories/pictures: [email protected] about gender, class and love with folks carve each other into mince- www.calshakes.org/. Publishers/Owners: Andy and Wendy Scheck; [email protected], [email protected] an add-on. Behind the scenes at meat, the commoners revel or trip a wedding, a catering crew tells over the leftovers—most notably, Editor: Peggy Spear; [email protected] Copy Editor: Nick Marnell; [email protected] exaggerated — and not so exag- Dogberry, the constable of Mes- Sports Editor: [email protected] gerated — versions of wedding sina whose verbal foibles have Advertising: 925-377-0977, Wendy Scheck; [email protected] guests’ behavior. While it’s well- the nobility labeling him “an ass.” written by Lin and often clever Through a matrix of lies, eaves- Staff Writers: Sophie Braccini; [email protected] Cathy Dausman; [email protected] in simple ways —“Messina’s,” dropping and manipulations, pub- Nick Marnell; [email protected] written on the side of the catering lic shaming nearly destroys the Sora O’Doherty: [email protected] truck is an easy leap to Messina, prospect of love and the possibil- Victor Ryerson; [email protected] the city in which Shakespeare set ity peace between family mem- Cathy Tyson; [email protected] Digging Deep: Cynthia Brian; [email protected] “Much Ado” — the flip between bers. Of course, in this Shake- Food: Susie Iventosch; [email protected] this 21st century prologue and the speare play famous for having no Contributing Writers: Conrad Bassett, Moya Stone, Jennifer Wake, actual play is cloudy. In this ver- one die, all is well by the end and Lou Fancher, Chris Lavin, Amanda Kuehn Carroll, Diane Claytor, Uma Unni, sion, actors play multiple roles; a double wedding promises to be Karl Buscheck, Ryan McKinley, Zoe Portnoff, Clare Varellas, Adam Blake, male actors play female characters celebratory. Daniel Smith, Fran Miller, Jade Shojaee, Emily Dugdale, and vice versa: some people may James Carpenter (Beatrice) is Dean Boerner, Barry Hunau (cartoonist), Derek Zemrak Calendar Editor: Jaya Griggs; [email protected] find the additional mélange of old most moving, infusing his portray- Photos: Tod Fierner, Ohlen Alexander, Gint Federas and new eras overly confusing. al of femininity with tremendous Stacy Ross as Benedick in California Layout/Graphics: Andy Scheck. Printed in CA. At the same time, Lin has grace, nobility and a physicality Shakespeare Theater’s production trimmed significant portions of that is never cliché or self-mock- of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTH- Mailing address: Lamorinda Weekly, P.O. Box 6133, Moraga, CA 94570-6133 ING, directed by Jackson Gay. Phone: 925-377-0977; Fax: 1-800-690-8136 the play. The resulting brisk- ing. Stacy Ross (Benedick) inhab- email: [email protected] website: www.lamorindaweekly.com ness—and the casts’ incisive per- its the oily/prickly dynamic of a Photo Alessandra Mello Page: B8 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, June 15, 2016 Care. Comfort. Compassion. When you need it most. Your Lamorinda Senior Checklist … Find cook for better nutrition Get driver to appointments, groceries Get help with laundry & changing sheets Tax & shipping included Find somebody for companionship, exercise, puzzles $90.00 CALL SENIOR HELPERS We can assist with these activities and more. Turn your yard Call for a free assessment 925-376-8000 waste and kitchen Bonded and insured. food scraps into Senior Helpers locations are independently owned and operated. ©2011 SH Franchising, LLC nutrient-rich compost with the easy-to-use Thoughtful Food Soilsaver Composter. Register for a Get Your Summer Sizzling With FREE workshop. Shelby’s Penne Pasta Arrabiata By Susie Iventosch Order today! Miami and New Orleans to Utah www.recyclesmart.org and Los Angeles, honing his skills and picking up regional in- Offer available to RecycleSmart residents within Orinda, Lafayette, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Danville and unincorporated Central Contra Costa County (Alamo, Blackhawk, fluences. Eventually, he landed in Diablo) and residents within the City of San Ramon. northern California and was the banquet chef for eight years at Oakland’s Waterfront Hotel. Eleven years ago, Kober joined forces with Rangel and G GIS they bought Shelby’s. They offer a varied and interesting menu O featuring dishes from all over the world … a menu they refer to as “European Fusion.” We are so fortunate that Kober has shared his version of Penne Pasta Arrabiata for our readers. I’ve usually seen arrabiata made This tasty, spicy pasta is perfect for a summer meal. Photo Susie Iventosch with red chili pepper flakes, but e took my father-in-law to both the practical and written this one is made with jalapenos, dinner at Shelby’s in Orin- exams, he or she is promoted to W and plenty of them, but somehow, Logo T’s da for his birthday last month and “journeyman.” And, with that, the dish is not too hot, but just had the delightful experience of the students are set free to move perfectly flavorful and spicy. having one of the owners, Arno wherever they can find a job, and “Our goal at Shelby’s is that Kober, serve us. He was full of in fact, the German government our guests enjoy the culinary great information about the menu highly encourages these young Caps journey through the many differ- and the ingredients and was such chefs to travel and work abroad ent types of dishes we offer,” Ko- a charming fellow. to expand their culinary skills. ber said. Although he is the chef and Journeyman Kober, full of ad- Shelby’s recently received a runs the kitchen, he makes a venture and eager to explore, set full liquor license and now offers point of being out in the front of out for Oaxaca, Mexico. “I went Shep Shirts a complete bar, featuring house the house a couple of nights each on a tourist visa, knew nothing specialties made with Kober’s week. Normally, his business about the place, had no knowl- homemade jams. Two that he partner, Carlos Rangel, runs the edge of Spanish, and didn’t even mentioned are the Cosmo, made front of the restaurant, but Kober have a job!” he said. with currant jam; and the Purity really enjoys hearing what his But, it was providence, be- Mule, made with kiwi jam. The guests have to say, and so you’ll cause he immediately found a jams are also packaged and avail- find him working in the dining job and met his future business able for purchase at the restau- Sport Shirts room on Wednesdays and Sun- partner at the same time. What rant. days. he treasures most about his time Kober, who hails from Ham- working in Oaxaca was the abil- Shelby’s Restaurant burg and went to culinary school ity to become fluent in Spanish 2 Orinda Theatre Square in Germany, said the chef pro- and to learn all about the differ- Orinda, CA 94563 grams there last three-and-one- ent kinds of chilies, something he Phone: (925) 254-9687 Classic Polos Club Belts half years and combine hands-on wasn’t too familiar with, being a For menus, hours and a listing restaurant experience with two German. GI P of their jams, please visit: www. months each year of attending cu- After leaving Mexico, Ko- shelbyseatbetter.com. t ollowing ocations linary school. At the end of this ber worked at different locations aaette, Montclair, Sonoma, ountrwood, uburn, Stocton program, if the student passes around the United States from

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Mary Keeler Photos Gint Federas Alex Grant-Hudd ven though star shortstop Zoe Ma- During the run to the postseason, a trio One of the players gaining that valuable that I felt was very competitive – by and Erott never played a single inning, the of senior co-stars emerged for the Dons – in- experience was freshman Katelyn Poole, large – when they needed to be,” said head Acalanes softball team managed to advance cluding Mary Keeler who shifted from cen- who took over as the team’s new catcher and coach Steve Renfro. “So, I was very happy to the NCS division III quarterfinals. ter field to cover the vacancy at shortstop. cleanup hitter. The Cougars needed Poole with them.” “The day she got hurt on the field – it was “Alex Grant-Hudd was the MVP for us behind the plate because the old backstop After falling to Acalanes 16-12 in extra- a practice – and it was just like the whole for the whole year,” Silva said. “But we also had moved to the mound. inning on May 19 in the final game of the team was quiet,” said head coach Victor Sil- couldn’t have done it without Mary Keeler “She knew that we were going to be season, Miramonte wrapped up the year va, recalling the scene after Marott tore her and Kaitlyn Johnson.” short-handed in pitching. So, in the offsea- with a 7-15 mark overall and a 3-9 record in shoulder. “And it took them a couple of days While the Dons’ roster was loaded with son she decided to take it on herself and put DFAL action. to recover. Everyone was just so down.” veterans, the Cougars trotted out one of the herself in a position that she ended up being The Mats’ top producer was the club’s After earning the No. 11 seed in the NCS most youthful squads in DFAL. our starting pitcher,” Stephens said of sopho- power-hitting third baseman. bracket, the Dons (9-11 overall and 4-8 in “We had a very young team.” said Cam- more Abby Morris. “She got us through the “Megan Bower is – without a doubt – league), topped No. 6 Sonoma Valley 13-8 polindo head coach Wayne Stephens, who season.” she’s the difference maker on our team,” on the road on May 24. The playoff push – had just one senior and three juniors to call Another sophomore ended up winning Renfro said of the sophomore. “I think she minus Marott who’s headed to Cal on a full on. “So, next year we’re going to have a the job at shortstop – the most demanding ended up hitting something like 12 home scholarship next fall – ended three days later much more seasoned team.” defensive position on the diamond. runs. She just puts a lot of runs on the board when the team was shutout 13-0 by Analy in While the lack of upperclassmen resulted “Ashley Thoms, who is an all-around for us. So, she’s quite phenomenal.” Sebastopol. in an 8-15 mark overall and a 0-12 record in great athlete, stepped in an played shortstop According to Renfro, Bower wasn’t the “It seemed like every time we won, it league, Stephens said there are still positives for us,” Stephens said. “She stepped into a only Mats underclassman who emerged this was someone different stepping up.” Silva to take away from challenging campaign. position that we thought was going to be spring. explained. “It was a team effort and I don’t “It gave us the ability to get the younger hard to fill.” “Overall, there’s probably six or seven think I’ve ever had so much fun. The girls all kids in and playing this year,” Stephens said. Like the Cougars, the Mats also had a players that are really going to grow and got along and they all had a great time play- “So, it gave them the experience needed for roster short on experience. make this team stronger as the years go by,” ing softball.” the varsity level.” “We were predominately a young team Renfro said. “So, I’m pretty excited about it.” Acalanes, Campolindo and Miramonte End Track Season at State Meet By Karl Buscheck n her first full season on the ships on June 3 and 4 in Clovis. the State meet,” Crain said. “She good,” Crain said. “And they didn’t have a whole lot of pros- IAcalanes track team, senior Julia “So, for her to finish 16th overall was very happy to be there compet- even exceeded what we thought pects coming back from last year’s Lyons jumped her way to the larg- is a huge accomplishment.” ing and she just enjoyed her time a [they’d do]. For the most part, team,” Crain said. “But for them est stage in California. Lyons, who will join the track lot.” most of the girls are coming back. to finish third in league and finish “Making it to the State meet team at Boston College next year Lyons was the only Don to So, we expect to be even better third in the league championship is the biggest feat – especially thanks to her brilliant spring, make it to State, but Crain was next year.” meet, they accomplished almost as for somebody who’s doing it for soaked in the environment at Vet- thrilled with how the season con- Crain was also impressed with much as the girls did.” the first time,” said head coach eran’s Memorial Stadium at Bu- cluded for the entire girls team, how the boys team surpassed their The coach added: “It’s going to John Crain after Lyons competed chanan High School. which shared the league crown preseason expectations. be fun for the next two years – or in the long jump at the 98th CIF “When I talked to her after- with Miramonte. “The boys had a great season. more. [We] hope it continues.” State Track and Field Champion- wards, she was very happy to be at “We knew the girls were At the beginning of the year, we ... continued on page C3 Wednesday, June 15, 2016 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: C3 Orinda 9U All-Star Team Wins Orinda 14 U Bandits Fight Their Bigtimer Baseball Tournament Way to Gold Championship Submitted by Marc Leibowitz Submitted by Junaid Khan

From left: Ryan Ansel, Nico Hsu, Coach Robert Filipas, Amir Khan, Lucas Olsen, Nick Acevedo, Quentin Breznikar, Nick Wong, Cambell Hoskins, Nick Watson, Greg Austin, Coach Rob Ellis, Chris Watson Photo provided he Orinda baseball team 14 U Bandits that measured over 300 feet. The champi- are the 2016 680 Diablo League Gold onship game was a fantastic back and forth Bottom, from left: Luke Holden, Tyler Akel, Grant Kurtz, Gian Maguire. Kneeling, from left: T Preston Rguem, Kobe Wong, Luke Milmoe; standing: Jason Wong (coach), Archer Eames, An- Champions. The championship tournament battle that came down to the last inning. In derson Butner, Marc Leibowitz (coach), Charlie Watters, Ethan Yu, Tarik Rguem (coach), David was held June 3-5 in Santa Clara. the top of the seventh inning, Bandit right Leibowitz Photo Haidee Wong Manager Robert Filipas credited a true fielder Nick Acevedo made a great running he Orinda 9U All-Star team defeated opponents 31-2 in the semi-final and final team effort for the win, with every player catch in right field which prevented the go Tthe Blossom Valley (San Jose) Mustang games against Hard 90 Pound Premier and contributing with timely hitting and out- ahead run from scoring, followed by third All-Stars, 15-0, to win the Bigtimer Baseball Blossom Valley. Archer Eames and Grant standing error free defense. Coach Robert baseman Chris Watson snaring a rocket off 2016 Memorial Day Tournament in Santa Kurtz starred on the mound, while David Ellis orchestrated the pitching rotations to the Bulldawgs bat for the final out. The Ban- Cruz on May 30. Leibowitz, Luke Milmoe and Tyler Akel led allow the Bandits the depth to finish: Greg dits had one more chance to win the game Strong pitching, consistent hitting and the offensive charge and Preston Rguem, Austin, Nick Watson, Campbell Hoskins, and tournament heading into the bottom of stingy defense propelled Orinda to victory Kobe Wong, and Anderson Butner anchored Quentin Breznikar were the winning pitch- the seventh. over an impressive field of travel and all-star the defense. Ethan Yu, Charlie Watters, Luke ers throughout the tournament, while Lucas The Bandits, started their half of the sev- teams from Sacramento, the East Bay, the Holden, and Gian Maguire also contributed Olsen and Nick Wong provided clutch relief. enth with back-to-back doubles by Olsen Peninsula and the South Bay. The All-Stars key hits and stolen bases. Ryan Ansel and Amir Khan showed nerves and Khan, followed by an intentional walk went 4-1 over the weekend, outscoring their of steel with nail-biting saves. Nico Hsu to Wong. With the bases now loaded and the and Campbell Hoskins alternated at catcher, crowd roaring, the inning and game ended in throwing out multiple base runners trying to dramatic fashion with a walk-off single by U14 AB Seals Win Tourneys to steal. Austin, which plated Olsen for the winning Ansel and Khan brought the big lumber run and sent the Orinda fans in attendance End Four-year Run Together to Santa Clara as both hit timely home runs into wild celebration. Submitted by Kevin Reilly Nationals Beat Giants for Little League Title in Majors Division Submitted by Sharyn Harrington

Back row, from left: Jon Zuber (manager), Jake Delaney, Nick Kresnak, Tommy Thrasher, Kade Shipp, Luke Miles, Nicolas Bamont, Grant Harper. Front row, from left: Vince Bianchina, Declan Curran, Will Windatt, Ryan Reilly, Owen Hansen, Jack Muren Photo Matt Hansen Top row from left: Sean Harrington, coach Allyn Oh, Graham Oh, Chase McReynolds, Dante he AB Seals, managed by Jon Zuber, then traveled to Oregon where they went un- Montgomery, Mason Michilitsch, Manager James Harrington, Nathan Kim, Luke Pearson, Twon 14U tournaments in both Woodland, defeated in six games at the Memorial Day coach Dan Otoole, Connor Otoole; Bottom row from left: Kyle Bielawski, Colin Krznaric, Calif., and Medford, Ore., in May to success- tournament in Medford, including a 10-5 win Cooper Kenney; not pictured Alex McLin Photo provided fully conclude four-plus years of tournament over DC Express from Roseburg, Ore., in the he Lafayette Little League Champion- Nationals and Giants battled it out through baseball together. On May 15 the Seals won championship game. Tship game for the Majors Division was two great games. The Nationals came out on the “Twist It” tournament in Woodland and held Saturday June 4, at Buckeye Field. The top after a walk off home run by Graham Oh. Lamorinda Track Stars Exceed Expectations at State Championship ...continued from page C2 as best as he could in a very tough work with.” field.” The Mats had two runners at The race marked yet another the State meet, but the races didn’t high point in Moore’s transforma- go as planned for senior Christian tion from young sprinter to mid- Gonzales and freshman Cassy dle-distance star. The week before Haskell. State, Moore won the 800-meter “State meet wasn’t the great- race at the NCS Meet of Champi- est for us,” admitted head coach ons. Tristan Tool after Gonzales placed “I think it’s a nice progression in seventh in the first preliminary [for Niki],” Woolridge said. “He heat of the 800-meter race and came in more as a 200 and 400 Haskell finished in 11th in her heat [meter] runner and has moved to of the 1,600. the 800-meter distance over the last “[It was] tough to end the sea- two-and-a-half years. This year, he son like that,” Tool said. “But they took the next step in terms of the both had fantastic breakout seasons training he did, and that really paid as a whole.” off for him in the end of the year.” Their showings at the State Moore was the only Cougar meet don’t put a damper on what competing at the meet, but Wool- promises to be bright futures for ridge was pleased with how the both runners. year shook out for the boys and “Cassie Haskell ended the sea- girls teams at large. son as the No. 3 ranked freshman “I think things went really well in the US in the 1,600 meter,” Tool for us. It wasn’t the best season in said. “[It was] an impressive season terms of the number of athletes we for her.” Julia Lyons Photo Gint Federas advanced onto the State meet, but Meanwhile, Gonzales will con- Like Acalanes, Campolindo one considering it was his first time 800-meter preliminaries. “He was I think our athletes got out of the tinue his running career next spring brought one athlete to Clovis in ju- at that venue,” said head coach up against the best competition that season what they had hoped to get at Belmont University in Nashville, nior Niki Moore. Chuck Woolridge after Moore ran he’s seen in his career. He stayed out of it,” Woolridge said. “It was Tenn. “His performance was a good in sixth place in the third heat of the very poised and executed his race just a really great group of kids to Submit stories to [email protected] (We prefer to receive your original photo file, minimum size: 200 dpi and 1200 pixels wide.) Page: C4 LAMORINDA WEEKLY www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 Wednesday, June 15, 2016

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...read on page D4 Digging Deep Give Your Gardens Some Summer Love By Cynthia Brian “It’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” — Marilyn Monroe hat a difference a few weeks make. Our weather went from cool, drizzly, and overcast to three digit temperatures in less than seven days, then back again. Our emerald green hills metamorphosedW into golden grasslands seemingly overnight. Mother Na- ture is preparing us for the forthcoming summer solstice. Pool parties, barbecues, and kids playing outside portend a pleasant June. How wonderful it is to sit in a comfortable chaise on the patio on a warm evening admiring the landscape and the stars. Welcome to blooms in June. I was delighted to have my daughter, Heather (yes, named after the flower), spend a couple of weeks with me recently. The first words out of her mouth as she walked into the garden were “Mom, your landscape looks like a scene from Alice in Wonderland. It’s so colorful, bold, beautiful.” Indeed, my garden is a riot of hues with roses, gladiolas, lilies, love- in-the-mist, calendulas, clematis, petunias, dahlias, hibiscus, geraniums, pelargoniums, calla lilies, nasturtiums, butterfly bush, guavas, daisies, pop- pies, osteospermum, chamomile, salvias, lavender, numerous herbs, and flowering succulents. Many of the blooms are edible, gracing my salads, sauces and stir-fries. There is no mystery to incorporating some summer loving into your garden. My secret sauce is to plant a plethora of perennials and bulbs enhanced by color spots of annuals augmented by shrubs that bloom, trees that bear fruit, with edibles everywhere. Add your unique creative artistry to create your personalized haven and voila! Instant success, year after year. The elements you must consider whenever you are planting perennials or any plant are soil, light, moisture needs, climate, colors and plant qualities. Once you know what you like, you can layer your landscape to attract the pollinators, birds and wildlife, all the while being water conscious and employing practical earth stewardship. Park a container of salvia, petunia, pelargonium, geranium, and other heat lovers ... continued on page D12 next to a bench. Photo Cynthia Brian Page: D2 OUR HOMES 925-377-0977 Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Lamorinda Home Sales recorded City Last reported: LOWEST AMOUNT: HIGHEST AMOUNT: LAFAYETTE 17 $830,000 $3,500,000 MORAGA 10 $689,500 $1,975,000 ORINDA 13 $955,000 $1,585,000 Home sales are compiled by Cal REsource, an Oakland real estate information company. Sale prices are computed from the county transfer tax information shown on the deeds that record at close of escrow and are published five to eight weeks after such recording. This information is obtained Horse Lovers 1.31 Flat Acres in Moraga from public county records and is provided to us by California REsource. Neither Cal REsource nor this publication are liable for errors or omissions. LAFAYETTE Amazing property 3222 Apache Court, $1,300,000, 4 Bdrms, 1701 SqFt, 1957 YrBlt, 5-16-16; features approx. Previous Sale: $800,000, 03-27-12 4,000sf of living 839 Avalon Avenue, $1,310,000, 3 Bdrms, 1548 SqFt, 1953 YrBlt, 5-17-16 space and includes 3184 Diablo View Road, $1,122,500, 5 Bdrms, 3293 SqFt, 1991 YrBlt, 5-23-16; 5-bdrms, 4-baths, Previous Sale: $850,000, 05-30-02 bonus room, gourmet kitchen, 3400 Echo Springs Road, $1,350,000, 3 Bdrms, 1873 SqFt, 1956 YrBlt, 5-20-16; incredible pool Previous Sale: $582,000, 10-16-98 and so much 1194 Estates Drive, $3,500,000, 4 Bdrms, 4496 SqFt, 1990 YrBlt, 5-12-16; more! Previous Sale: $165,000, 07-13-87 Offered at 700 Francis Drive, $840,000, 4 Bdrms, 2069 SqFt, 1979 YrBlt, 5-20-16; $2,895,000 Previous Sale: $314,000, 06-03-97 3299 Greenhills Drive, $1,725,000, 3 Bdrms, 3082 SqFt, 1985 YrBlt, 5-19-16; Exclusive North Orinda Neighborhood Previous Sale: $708,000, 03-19-90 3905 Happy Valley Road, $3,050,000, 6 Bdrms, 4578 SqFt, 1952 YrBlt, 5-20-16; Previous Sale: $1,900,000, 01-22-03 7 Hartwood Court, $1,375,000, 4 Bdrms, 2226 SqFt, 1964 YrBlt, 5-20-16; Previous Sale: $300,000, 11-10-86 940 Hawthorne Drive, $1,200,000, 2 Bdrms, 1475 SqFt, 1942 YrBlt, 5-11-16; Previous Sale: $899,000, 04-13-07 1064 Leland Drive, $900,000, 3 Bdrms, 1621 SqFt, 1964 YrBlt, 5-18-16; Previous Sale: $840,000, 08-15-06 3963 Los Arabis Drive, $1,900,000, 3 Bdrms, 2185 SqFt, 1950 YrBlt, 5-20-16; Previous Sale: $1,650,000, 08-29-14 3361 McGraw Lane #A, $980,000, 3 Bdrms, 2548 SqFt, 1974 YrBlt, 5-13-16 3464 Moraga Boulevard, $830,000, 2 Bdrms, 1405 SqFt, 1932 YrBlt, 5-13-16 3240 Quandt Road, $1,250,000, 3 Bdrms, 2430 SqFt, 1957 YrBlt, 5-13-16 The more than one-acre private cul-de-sac location is where this custom Mediterranean hillside estate home showcases 3546 Silver Springs Road, $1,695,500, 3 Bdrms, 1834 SqFt, 1956 YrBlt, 5-20-16; 6 bdrms and 5 1/2 baths with approx. 6,963sf of living space. Previous Sale: $1,100,000, 09-18-09 Westerly views promise and deliver amazing sunsets. 1013 Via Roble, $1,425,000, 4 Bdrms, 2294 SqFt, 1975 YrBlt, 5-17-16; Offered at $3,795,000 Previous Sale: $342,000, 03-15-95 MORAGA 25 Broadmoor Street, $768,000, 2 Bdrms, 1887 SqFt, 1984 YrBlt, 5-16-16; Glenn & Kellie Beaubelle Previous Sale: $660,000, 07-02-09 316 Corte Gabriel, $820,000, 3 Bdrms, 2018 SqFt, 1980 YrBlt, 5-19-16; 925.254.1212 Previous Sale: $196,000, 12-30-86 TheBeaubelleGroup.com 804 Country Club Drive, $742,500, 3 Bdrms, 1743 SqFt, 1973 YrBlt, 5-12-16; CABRE# 00678426, 01165322 Previous Sale: $30,000, 07-30-93 135 Devin Drive, $925,000, 3 Bdrms, 1545 SqFt, 1959 YrBlt, 5-20-16; Previous Sale: $340,000, 05-05-95 11 Doral Drive, $775,000, 3 Bdrms, 2148 SqFt, 1978 YrBlt, 5-19-16; k&ROGZHOO%DQNHU5HDO(VWDWH//&$OO5LJKWV5HVHUYHG&ROGZHOO%DQNHUpLVDUHJLVWHUHGWUDGHPDUNOLFHQVHG WR&ROGZHOO%DQNHU5HDO(VWDWH//&$Q(TXDO2SSRUWXQLW\&RPSDQ\(TXDO+RXVLQJ2SSRUWXQLW\(DFK&ROGZHOO Previous Sale: $578,000, 11-05-01 %DQNHU5HVLGHQWLDO%URNHUDJHRIILFHLVRZQHGE\DVXEVLGLDU\RI157//&&DO%5(/LFHQVH ... continued on page D8 License # 0186677

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Feng Shui Combat Summer’s Fiery Heat With the Water Element

By Michele Duffy

The Five Elements are water, wood, fire, earth and metal, and they remain front and center in creating consciously balanced environments. Without incorporating the natural elements our residences may not be not providing the real shelter home should represent for stressed-out Bay Area residents of the 21st Century: entrepre- neurs, creatives or busy moms! Part of the challenge of working with the Five Elements for westerners is little exposure to applying them growing up in our culture. So, it is helpful to gain an understanding of the ying and yang of each of the Five Elements themselves, remembering that a ying and yang version exists for each of the Five Elements. For example, yin water is streams and yang water is oceans, while yin wood are flowers and yang wood is trees. Each element plays a role in making our residences come alive and the interplay can adapt to different tastes, styles and decors. The interplay of the Five Elements is not a rigid play, but rather, fluid, vital and auspicious. Feng Shui adheres to principles of ying/yang, and so to achieve balance, all five Elements are ideally present in each room and environment. It is important to apply and place any of the Five Elements based on the Feng Shui BAGUA (see page D10) and also remembering seasonal considerations as well. For example, place the water element (swimming pool or fountain) in the fire area (middle back) and if you are stuck with that exact scenario, Feng Shui has solutions that are easy and that fit every budget. One solution offered through a Feng Shui consultation that worked well for a Lafayette client named Kathleen was to adjust the water element in her back yard with an increase in the wood element. We added several large red ceramic potted Meyer Lemon trees and succulents and red (fire element) geraniums. Feng Shui has workable and straightforward solutions that are easily implemented. We also made sure the fire pit and grill were placed correctly in the Fame (fire) area. We also enter summer ruled by the fire element so water is the best controller of fire and if we are feeling stress in our lives, toning down the fire element now around the home is key. It’s also important to integrate personal care and wellness strategies that also include water by immersing in the ocean, a bath or a pool. That is healing, rejuvenating and creates the ultimate Five Elements balance of our personal Qi. A water fountain near you front door is a strong water element. Photo provided You may already know that one of the major unsung benefits of wellness in Feng raduations have come and gone along with the 2016 school year, and once Shui is the integrated protection of power positions in the attention to proper place- again summer is in full bloom. Many people will be heading to beaches and ment, Bagua (map) and floor plan analysis. state parks for summer vacations, either close by or near to the majestic Five Element design includes applying the Five Elements through art, lighting, Goceans that surround our magnificent, awe inspiring coast. natural materials and color. Together, they play a significant role in creating calm, If you cannot get to the beach, or you want sustainable creation of any of the balanced and healthy residences room by room. Five Elements in your residence to feed your stressed-out soul, the question be- Home should always feel like when you close the front door, the stress of the day comes how do we include them so our residences help melt the stress out of our melts away and you feel inspired, invigorated and nourished in your residence. lives? I’ve mentioned water element several times because water is the most effective The Five Elements in Feng Shui, Chinese/Tibetan Medicine and Chinese/Tibet- element to use to control the fire element of summer. an culture is a very vast subject, and so my aim here is to simply clarify the small but ... continued on page D10 profound role applying them to your environment can play in de-stressing our lives. Karen Richardson Group Proudly Presents...

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Lamorinda Home Sales recorded ... continued from page D2 MORAGA ... continued 68 Gaywood Place, $1,350,000, 4 Bdrms, 3369 SqFt, 1967 YrBlt, 5-18-16; Previous Sale: $425,000, 09-27-95 3 Haven Court, $1,315,000, 3 Bdrms, 2283 SqFt, 1985 YrBlt, 5-20-16; Previous Sale: $444,000, 12-13-90 1305 Knoll Drive, $1,975,000, 3 Bdrms, 3419 SqFt, 1998 YrBlt, 5-18-16; Previous Sale: $1,150,000, 07-25-00 152 Miramonte Drive, $689,500, 2 Bdrms, 1514 SqFt, 1966 YrBlt, 5-19-16; Previous Sale: $565,000, 03-28-08 1936 St. Andrews Drive, $853,000, 2 Bdrms, 2142 SqFt, 1978 YrBlt, 5-12-16; Previous Sale: $595,000, 12-21-11 ORINDA 125 Alta Haciendas Road, $3,600,000, 6 Bdrms, 4647 SqFt, 1983 YrBlt, 5-20-16 11 Arroyo Drive, $1,160,000, 3 Bdrms, 1588 SqFt, 1955 YrBlt, 5-16-16; Previous Sale: $765,000, 11-22-11 337 Camino Sobrante, $1,580,000, 4 Bdrms, 2736 SqFt, 1948 YrBlt, 5-13-16; Previous Sale: $700,000, 05-04-99 116 Coral Drive, $1,556,500, 6 Bdrms, 3041 SqFt, 1962 YrBlt, 5-19-16; Previous Sale: $1,375,000, 08-28-13 28 Evergreen Drive, $1,150,000, 4 Bdrms, 1728 SqFt, 1963 YrBlt, 5-12-16; Previous Sale: $827,000, 05-28-04 231 Ivy Drive, $1,550,000, 4 Bdrms, 2170 SqFt, 1954 YrBlt, 5-12-16; Previous Sale: $1,210,000, 05-16-13 42 Michael Lane, $1,400,000, 3 Bdrms, 2228 SqFt, 1977 YrBlt, 5-18-16; Previous Sale: $510,091, 12-01-98 460 Miner Road, $1,585,000, 3 Bdrms, 3016 SqFt, 1955 YrBlt, 5-11-16; Previous Sale: $1,072,000, 08-11-11 15 Piedmont Avenue, $1,300,000, 3 Bdrms, 2092 SqFt, 1967 YrBlt, 5-11-16; Previous Sale: $787,000, 08-12-04 49 Scenic Drive, $1,135,000, 4 Bdrms, 1856 SqFt, 1951 YrBlt, 5-17-16; Previous Sale: $915,000, 06-09-04 29 Tara Road, $1,150,000, 6 Bdrms, 2988 SqFt, 1960 YrBlt, 5-17-16 16 Valley View Lane, $2,600,000, 4 Bdrms, 4453 SqFt, 1979 YrBlt, 5-18-16; Previous Sale: $1,800,000, 10-21-09 4 Via Floreado, $955,000, 3 Bdrms, 1220 SqFt, 1941 YrBlt, 5-11-16

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Digging Deep Give Your Gardens Some Summer Love ... continued from page D1

Get creative by planting basil in an old boot. What’s summer without a wall of brilliant bougainvillea Loquats are plump and juicy. Photos Cythia Brian Butterflies are everywhere and the hum- practice. Buy four-inch pots to gallon containers of the lush deep green it was during the rainy days, mingbirds are the happiest I’ve witnessed in years, tomatoes, peppers, squash, cucumbers, eggplants it has remained a lighter jade color with a water- flitting from blossom to blossom with stops at the and whatever else you find at your local retailer ing schedule of every five days, albeit with a few fountain for a quick drink. Hummingbirds have to enhance your barbecues and patio parties. You brown spots where the sprinkler missed. To walk long memories and when you feed them they will don’t need a formal vegetable garden. Just tuck on it is heavenly as it is very thick and carpet-like. return year after year, even migrating over 4,000 plants between your perennials in a place that is Weeds are minimal and mowing is currently miles to get to their preferred gardens. Favorite easily accessible to your kitchen for easy plucking. once a week. As the hot weather increases, I’ll be sources of food for hummingbirds include the Be whimsical. Have some fun. Do as my daughter watching closely for its drought resistant tenden- brightly colored blossoms of penstemon, colum- did and plant basil in a boot, thyme in a wine box, cies. Thus far, I am very pleased and will over-seed bine, agastache, monarda, salvia, fire poker, heu- or green onions in a clear jam jar filled with water. again in fall to enhance the lawn. If your favorite chera, rosemary, honeysuckle, fuchsia and any Who doesn’t love walking barefoot in the retailer doesn’t carry the seed, Pearl’s Premium throated vine. Don’t forget to add a gurgling water grass on a warm summer day? Because of water is available on-line at www.PearlsPremium.com. source where they will entertain you with their restrictions, many people have allowed their lawns Lawns are the best places for children, cartwheels bathing and sipping antics. to die back or have replaced them with native and and croquet. Before hitting store shelves fruits, and vege- drought resistant plantings. If you don’t have a Summer is almost here and I am definitely in tables travel an average of 1,500 miles, reducing lawn, your barefooting may have to take place in love with the season. Add summer loving to your quality, nutrition and taste. To increase flavor and one of the parks or golf links. The Pearl’s Premi- garden and be anything but boring. Share the love boost the health of your family, introduce vegeta- um grass seed that I sowed earlier in the spring is and be a little ridiculous. bles, herbs, and fruits into your organic gardening proving to be quite excellent. Although it is not ... continued on page D14 214 Glorietta, Orinda Opportunity awaits! Come with your imagination and be ready to create your dream home. Nestled on a sunny lot in the heart of Glorietta, this wonderful property is centrally located and has endless potential. Anne Knight Realtor Offered at $899,000 Village Associates C: 925 360 0296 [email protected] CalBRE #01867467 Giving Dreams an Address

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Digging Deep ... continued from page D12 Cynthia Brian’s Mid Month Fresh Garden Tips TRY something new. How about growing blueberries? Find a spot with six hours of sunshine, amend the soil to make it more acidic (blueberries like a PH of 4.5 to 5.5), protect the bush from the hungry birds, and harvest for your breakfast and snacks. ASK questions from gardeners you admire or at your local nursery for tips you can implement. HANG a hammock or two between trees or posts for a cozy place to relax, unwind, and read a good book. Pretend you are on a holiday. PLANT a pollinator garden. It’s good for the birds, bees, butterflies, moths and healthy flies as well as the garden and you. OPEN your nature medicine cabinet this summer. Apply aloe on sunburns instead of buying a bottle of burn ointment. Spread honey on cuts and scrapes to reduce healing time. Honey boasts anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. CONCOCT a cocktail with fennel, mint, dill, cucumber, and edible flowers from your garden. Wow your friends with your unique creations. PLAN ahead for bulbs for fall. Check out catalogs and garden magazines for new releases. CUT an armful of flowers for beautiful bouquets or arrangements. Perennials will re-bloom. GET creative with plant markers by using wooden clothespins, utensils or other items headed for the trash. PICK plums, apricots, cherries, mulberries, and loquats. Magenta roses are perfect for arrangements. Photos Cynthia Brian PULL out errant blackberry bushes you find growing in your garden. Blackberry plants multiply quickly and will overrun your garden. Buy a thorn-less variety and keep it contained. PROTECT your plants from deer, rabbits, and gophers with wire, fencing, or organic sprays. LOWER your stress level by sniffing citrus-oranges, lemons, grapefruit and tangerines. REPEL mosquitoes and other pesky bugs by placing sage and rosemary on the barbecue. The smoke keeps the insects away. SOW sweet potato eyes and eat the greens while they are maturing. DEADHEAD spent perennial blossoms and rose blooms weekly to encourage continuous blooms.

Happy Gardening and Happy Growing!

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