VOLUME LII, NUMBER 50 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 Council to Look at Parallel Tracks In Deciding Golf Course Future

The Springtown Golf special council meeting on and keeping open the golf vote would be required to ment regarding the cost of Course will be kept in "sus- Monday to hear from resi- course. allow for housing. Council- converting and maintaining Find Out What's pended animation" while dents on what they would To deal with the poten- member Stewart Gary made open space. A consultant the Livermore City Council like to see happen. One tial for housing, the coun- the motion. would be brought on board Happening gathers information to use group wanted to keep the cil voted unanimously to The council directed staff to provide the council with in determining the future of golf course open; a second place a citywide initiative to proceed with two other a better idea of the cost of Check Out Section A the facility. group wants the council to measure on the November actions. open space versus the cost Section A is filled with City staff had recom- close the golf course and 2016 ballot. Its wording One would involve pro- of a golf course, including information about arts, mended closing the golf consider other uses for the would preclude any future posing a master planning potential subsidies. people, entertainment and course and beginning a mas- property. Neither viewpoint council from rezoning the process that considers future The Livermore Area Rec- special events. There are ter planning process to look favored any housing devel- 85-acres to residential and uses for the golf course. The reation and Park District education stories, a variety at future uses for the site. opment. The council will then approving housing. vote was unanimous. A and Livermore Valley Joint of features, and the arts and A crowd of over 300 follow a parallel process If the measure were ap- report for the council would Unified School District will entertainment and bulletin filled the Elks Lodge for the that includes both closing proved, a second citywide include a macro assess- board. (See GOLF COURSE, page 5) Cook-Kallio Lund to Run for Ranch II Assembly Gets Go Former Pleasanton City Councilwoman Cheryl Ahead Cook-Kallio has announced The Pleasanton City plans to seek the Democratic Council approved a new Party nomination for the version of the Lund Ranch 16th State Assembly seat II development at its meet- in the state's June 7, 2016 ing last week. The plan primary. was submitted by devel- The seat is currently held oper Greenbriar Homes in by Republican Catharine response to issues raised at Baker, who was elected in previous council meetings. 2014. Baker is expected to It was not the developers be chosen by Republicans to preferred plan. again represent the party in The 195-acre former the June 2016 primary. Lund Ranch parcel is lo- In the past, Cook-Kallio cated in the southeast hills said that she has been asked of Pleasanton. Thirty-four to run for the school board, aces will be developed. The board of supervisors and the remaining 161 acres will assembly. be designated as perma- Cook-Kallio said she that nent open space with public last spring she was urged to walking trails. run for the Assembly in 2016 The vote was 3 to 1, with by friends. She had thought Karla Brown opposed. Jerry about it in 2014. However, Pentin recused himself from Democrats chose former Photo - Doug Jorgensen the proceedings. Dublin Mayor Tim Sbranti Rain moved the annual Dublin tree lighting indoors last Thursday. The weather didn't dampen the fun, as participants It was the third meeting as the party's candidate. were entertained by various groups. Following the tree lighting, a special visitor from the North Pole dropped in in a row where a decision Cook-Kallio has been to hear Christmas wishes. For another photo, go to page 6. had been scheduled. Mayor a public school teacher for Jerry Thorne commented in over 39 years. She served on saying there needs to be a the Pleasanton City Council decision, "I can't see bring- for eight years, terming out Pleasanton to Explore ing this back over and over in 2014. as polarized as this council She retired from teach- is. I'm throwing it back to ing in June. She believes the Happy Valley Annexation the public to challenge its le- subject she taught, govern- gality, referend it, whatever ment and law, has provided Annexing Happy Valley level that the bypass road road, in cooperation with because of traffic concerns, you want to do." her with expertise that would to Pleasanton will be consid- would not be necessary, the annexation of all or part "What we do tonight, if we Brown had made a mo- help her to get things done at ered by Pleasanton, but the Pleasanton City Manager of Happy Valley." get rid of the need for the tion to delay the decision the state level. city is in no hurry to do so. Nelson Fialho said during The motion was ap- bypass road, will make you until the Dec. 15 council She said that she doesn't There is a chance that if an interview. proved 4-0, with Jerry Pentin feel better." meeting, but received no believe the 16th District there were an annexation, The issue of Happy Val- recused. There is no guarantee the second. Brown wanted time receives things it needs. the city's commitment to a ley annexation and the The Happy Valley bypass bypass road would be elimi- to vet the new version pro- BART to Livermore was future bypass road to keep bypass road came up at the road, if built as shown in the nated. According to Fialho it posed by Greenbriar Homes. one example, transportation traffic off Sycamore Road city council meeting Dec. 1 city's general plan, could would be highly speculative Issues included traffic funding to improve roads and Alisal Street might not during the discussion of the feed traffic into a street at this time. Fialho added, and compliance with Mea- another. A third need relates be needed. If the city an- Lund Ranch II development. that would also used by "Olson's motion clearly did sure PP, the ridgeline and to school facilities. nexes Happy Valley, it might Councilmember Arne Olson Lund Ranch II. Mayor Jerry not direct the elimination hillside protection measure Cook-Kallio points out implement street improve- made a motion that included Thorne told neighborhood of the bypass road. Rather approved by voters. that state money is needed to ments that would bring safe having city staff "explore the residents who opposed the the direction was to add the Greenbriar's preferred traffic circulation to such a elimination of the bypass Lund Ranch II development (See ASSEMBLY, page 12) (See HAPPY VALLEY, page 4) (See LUND RANCH, page 4)

Lab Researchers Use 3D Printing to Build Human Physiology Outside the Body

The cardiovascular sys- the way we do biology,” laries, to develop on their tem is a complex web of said Lab research engineer own. tens of thousands of miles Monica Moya, the project’s Initially, tubes are printed of arteries, capillaries and principal investigator. “This out of cells and other bioma- veins, branching throughout technology can take biology terials to deliver essential the body like tributaries of from the traditional petri nutrients to the surrounding a great river. Researchers dish to a 3D physiologically printed environment. Even- at Lawrence Livermore relevant tissue patch with tually, the self-assembled National Laboratory are functional vasculature.” capillaries are able to con- recapitulating this intricate Using a 3D printer and a nect with the bio-printed network using an emerging “bio-ink” made of materials tubes and deliver nutrients technology: 3D bioprinting. compatible with the human to the cells on their own, Researchers say the pre- body, Moya and her team enabling these structures cision and 3D structures have successfully printed to function like they do in made possible through bio- structures with living cells the body. printing are enabling them and biomaterials. The ma- “If you take this approach Photo - Doug Jorgensen to more effectively repro- terial and environment are of co-engineering with na- The Pleasanton Holiday Parade downtown Main Street last Saturday featured a variety duce human physiology engineered to enable small ture you allow biology to of entries. Marching, bands, floats, Star Wars characters, and the Balloon Platoon outside of the body. The blood vessels, human capil- (See 3D, PAGE 4) were among them. For another photo, go to page 6. process will eventually lead to a better representation of each tissue system that makes up the human body. Inside PET OF THE WEEK Printing implantable or- Here’s Johnny! He’ll be good for anyone who loves gans is not in the immediate adorable orange tabbies. Don’t come late – this future. However, bioprinted SECTION A Editorial...... 4 two-month-old will go, go, go…they’ll be coming tissue patches can be ap- Art & Entertainment...... 8 Mailbox...... 4 from miles around to meet Johnny! Jump up plied to toxicology studies, Bulletin Board...... 10 Roundup...... 3 and get to Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada medical treatment testing Street in Pleasanton, Tuesday through Saturday and provide a test bed for Milestones ...... 12 Short Notes...... 10 from 10am – 4pm. For more information, visit fundamental science. MAIN SECTION Sports...... 7 valleyhumane.org or call (925) 426-8656. Photo - Valley “It’s going to change Classifieds...... 11 Obituaries...... 9 Humane Society/K. Jacoby

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Photo - Doug Jorgensen A home at 3671 Chelsea Court in Pleasanton will be featured in the Great Christmas Photo - Doug Jorgensen Light Fight next Monday. The Livermore home was the winner in last Monday's Great Christmas Light Fight show. Dancing Waters, Fire Win $50,000 for Livermore Holiday Lights Designer By Ron McNicoll Matt Phipps' ingenuity won him a $50,000 first prize in the ABC-TV show "The Great Christmas Light Fight," a series airing this month. The 25-year-old Livermore resident had four other things going for him -- fire, smoke, FREE dancing waters, and a small lake that he made himself. The fire came from big jet-like containers, the dancing water shot up high and briefly, COUNTRY HITS CD and the small lake was filled from the Phipps' swimming pool. They use the pool to catch rainwater during the year, he explained to the TV audience. Contest judge Taniya Nayak, an interior designer and star of the Food Network's "Res- taurant Impossible" was impressed with the containers that shot short bursts of fire into the When you spend air. She fired a couple of short bursts herself. However, more important to Nayak was Phipps' creativity. She said that as an interior $50 or more* on designer, she is accustomed to repurposing things. She admired the way Phipps had found ways to achieve a polished look using humble hardware store common items. Wrangler apparel. Phipps has been improving his display for the past 10 years ago. Crowds have grown so big at about 1000 people every night, that he formed a non-profit for insurance that is covering any liability in the Livermore school district parking lot on East Jack London Drive, where cars can park. It is adjacent to the Phipps' home. Phipps was given emotional support from his parents Ken and Cheryl and girlfriend Emily Byrnes during the long hard work to put the show together. Filming was done in Septem- ber. Five 12-hour days of filming were needed to come up with an eight-minute segment. Phipps loves creating Christmas displays so much that he and a friend have started a two-man company to design shows for others. Phipps had his first job this year installing a show for an Ohio resident. Phipps and his family knew two months ago they had won, but because of the show's rules against revealing the winners prematurely, they had to keep quiet. "It's was nice to see the world find out we had won. It was almost not real for us, until the show aired," he said. Phipps' web page shows off the lights at livermorelights.com. A Pleasanton family, Bob and Susan Widmer, will be on "The Great Christmas Light Fight" at 9 pm. Dec. 14. Bob Widmer said he takes a different approach, not having light shows, but instead featuring displays in his back yard, where adults and kids can see various Christmas sto- ries. People get out of their cars in the Fairlands neighborhood, which is near Santa Rita Road, and walk through the displays at 3671 Chelsea Court. The exhibit opens at 6 p.m. and closes at 9 p.m. every night in December. This is the 35th year that Widmer has been decorating. The big effort has come in the LADY ANTEBELLUM ALAN JACKSON past few years. With a 1-acre lot, there is much to see, and also room for storage sheds to hold all the material through the year. DARIUS RUCKER DIERKS BENTLEY As per the rules of the show, Widmer could not say whether he had won or not. LITTLE BIG TOWN GEORGE STRAIT Algae Bloom Found at Lake Del Valle FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE EASTON CORBIN The East Bay Regional in the East Bay Regional strongly urges dog owners Offer Valid Park District has closed Park District. It is owned by to keep their dogs away from NOVEMBER 14 - DECEMBER 31, 2015. Lake Del Valle in Liver- the California Department the lake until further notice. more for swimming due to of Water Resources as part For people, toxic algae can *Pre-tax. While supplies last. Offer available at time of purchase only. a bloom of toxic blue-green of the State Water Project. cause skin irritation, diar- Not to be combined with other Wrangler offers. Limit 1 CD per customer. algae. People and dogs The Park District is currently rhea, vomiting, headaches should stay out of the water. consulting with the State on and other symptoms. Staff detected the algae the algae condition. Toxic algae continues Monday afternoon near the The park, including the to plague other lakes in the boat launch. Water samples marina and campground, District, including Quarry are being sent to a labora- remain open. Fishing and Lakes in Fremont and Lake tory in Florida for further boating are safe for visitors, Chabot in Castro Valley. testing. Preliminary test as long as fish are thoroughly Toxic blooms have cleared results showed a toxicity of rinsed and the guts removed. and warning signs have been more than 20 parts per bil- Boaters should wash their removed at Lake Temescal lion, which exceeds the Park hands after having contact in Oakland and Lake Anza District’s safety threshold. with the water. in Berkeley, but the lakes At five miles long, Lake Toxic algae can be fatal remain closed for the season CALL FOR HOLIDAY HOURS Del Valle is the largest lake for dogs. The Park District until April 2016.

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Hearings on Downtown Proposals in January exceeded expectations by $160,654. Hispanic males wearing gray hoodie jackets walking from The City of Livermore issued Requests for Proposals “We generated more revenue due to a strong economy the Arroyo trail across to the shopping area near Bill’s Cafe (RFPs) in September for a new hotel and residential mixed and we saved more money due to being fiscally prudent, restaurant. He continued to watch them until officers could use project in downtown Livermore. which is always a good recipe for financial success. We set a arrive. During this time, one of them attempted to hide an The RFPs are for city owned sites to the west of the year-end goal of having a rainy day reserve equal to 20% of article of jewelry under a car. While initially uncooperative Bankhead Theater and in the area near the vacant parking our expenses, and we exceeded that goal,” Fialho concluded. lot north of First Street, surrounded by Livermore Avenue, and in denial of their involvement, they were nonetheless positively linked to the the break-in on Haleakala Road. Railroad Avenue and L Street. Flags Flown Half at Staff Developers were invited to submit for a hotel, a mixed Subsequent questioning during the investigation revealed Alameda County lowered the flags at all County build- that one of the suspects, a 17-year-old juvenile out of San use residential project or combined project with both com- ings to honor the victims of a mass shooting that occurred ponents. Included in the proposal was the opportunity to Wednesday at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardi- Jose, was also the individual seen by the homeowner on include associated meeting space, a restaurant, and other no, California. Fourteen people were killed in the shooting Heatherlark Circle. A vehicle search of the Mustang parked amenities, and a mixed use development with new housing and 21 people were injured. on Haleakala Road yielded several items of property taken and commercial uses. “On behalf of Alameda County, I wish to extend my from an unreported burglary that also occurred at a neigh- A total of 14 development proposals were submitted. condolences to the victims, families and friends affected boring home on Heatherlark Circle. Two are for a hotel only project, eight for a mixed use by this senseless act of violence in San Bernardino,” said All three suspects were arrested on felony charges of residential/commercial only project, and four a combined Supervisor Scott Haggerty, President of Alameda County burglary and conspiracy. The juvenile was also charged hotel and mixed use residential/commercial project. Board of Supervisors. with prowling and the driver of the Mustang, 18-year-old The City Council will review the proposals through a Christian Castro-Betancourt of San Jose, was charged with public hearing process tentatively scheduled for January Police Arrest Burglar Suspects possession of stolen property. The third suspect was identi- 11 and 12, 2016. On Thursday, December 3, 2015 at 9:36 a.m. a resident fied as 18-year-old San Jose resident Juan Garcia-Rincon. of Heatherlark Circle in Pleasanton heard a loud noise in Both adults were booked into Santa Rita Jail. The juvenile DSRSD Seeks Candidates her backyard and was startled to find a young Hispanic male was released from the police station to the custody of his Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD) is “wearing a gray ‘hoodie’ jacket” prowling around behind mother with a Notice to Appear. seeking candidates for General Manager to replace Bert her home. When he saw her, he immediately vaulted back Anyone who may have witnessed these incidents, or who Michalczyk, who retired Nov. 2 after 14 years as General over the fence and fled. She called the police. When officers may have additional information to provide on possible Manager. The District’s Board of Directors selected recruit- responded, they were unable to locate anyone matching associated burglaries, is asked to call the Pleasanton Police ing firm Ralph Andersen & Associates to conduct the search the description. Department at 925-931-5100. throughout the western United States. The application About an hour later a homeowner on South Valley Trails, deadline is Jan. 22, 2016; interviews of the top candidates observed a black Ford Mustang convertible unknown to her will be held in February 2016. neighborhood speed onto Haleakala Road and park along- A brochure describing desired experience and qualifica- side a neighbor’s home. Three young Hispanic males exited tions as well as the responsibilities of the position is avail- the car; two of them entered the rear yard of a neighboring able through the District’s website at http://www.dsrsd.com/ home while the driver remained standing by his car. Pleas- careers/current-openings-and-employment-information/ current-job-openings or at www.ralphandersen.com. The anton Police were called. Officers arrived on scene to make annual salary range is $216,896-$271,988; the DSRSD contact with the driver and establish a perimeter around the Board will negotiate a mutually agreed upon salary with home. A subsequent search of the house confirmed it had the selected candidate. been broken into via a rear window. However, the two seen To apply, candidates should send a cover letter, resume, enterting the home were no longer inside. and salary history to [email protected]. Direct Within five to ten minutes, an undercover officer driving questions to Heather Renschler at (916) 630-4900. along Hopyard Road near Valley Avenue spotted two young Pleasanton Revenues Up The Pleasanton City Council voted to accept its FY 2014/15 Operating Budget (Budget) and amendments to the Budget. City Finance Director Tina Olson reported that the city's revenues exceeded the pre-Great Recessions of 2008 by more than $10 million. “With respect to this end of year budget review, coupled with the strength of the economy overall, I’d say we had a pretty good year,” said Nelson Fialho, City Manager for Pleasanton. Of the $5.7 million surplus, City Staff recommended the following allocations: 10% reserve for economic un- certainties $374,000; unassigned fund balance $2,426,211; repair and replacement fund reserves $500,000; and CIP reserves, $2,408,218. Historically, property tax revenues are the single largest revenue source for the General Fund and account for nearly 52% of total revenues. Sales tax revenue is the second largest source . The City realized nearly $700,000 more in property taxes for FY 2014/15 than was anticipated. Sales tax revenue

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Hillside Protection Asso- greater or within 100 feet of lot different were it not for The decision by the Livermore City City staff had recom- ciation (“RHPA”), an un- a ridgeline. The access road Measure PP. The original Council to sponsor a ballot initiative to mended two entrances. The incorporated association of plus the proposed retaining application was for 113 prevent residential development on the second, over steep slopes, Pleasanton residents and wall would violate both homes. Now it is down to Springtown Golf Course was the right was considered by many to taxpayers, and the Sycamore provisions, they argued. 48 homes that will be built be in violation of Measure Heights Neighborhood As- Mayor Thorne agreed in a bowl. The latest road is step to take. PP. sociation, states, "The city that prior councils had made shorter and reduces grading. The goal would be to have the measure The new plan present- and developer have hur- promises to Ventana Hills It saves a number of heritage ready in time for a November 2016 city- ed by Greenbriar that was riedly redesigned the Sunset that no more traffic would go trees. She indicated she was approved by the council Creek Lane extension in an through the area. "We have a little uncomfortable with wide vote. If approved, no development includes 48 single fam- effort to garner enough sup- to make a decision. What is the 19 units off Lund Ranch could be permitted without a vote of the ily homes on 34 acres. Two port to gain approval of the proposed by Greenbriar is a Road, preferring 10 to 12. electorate. The land would be preserved roads will serve as access project. City staff apparently reasonable compromise. It However, in voting for the as open space. points. One off Lund Ranch feels that if they can reduce does compromise the integ- plan, she said, "We need to Road in Ventana Hills will the traffic going through the rity of the prior council and move this along." One of the issues surrounding the golf provide access to 19 homes. Sunset Creek Lane exten- the council as a body." Councilmember Brown course has been the belief on the part of The second, off Sunset sion, it will miraculously Councilmember Arnie stated, "Carving up the hill- many that the city would end up approving Creek Lane in Sycamore make it consistent with Mea- Olson, who made the mo- sides to build a road or housing on the golf course. Heights will serve the re- sure PP." tion for approval, stated, "I structure or anything else maining 29 homes. He added that staff con- believe the project should is in violation of Measure Placing the matter in the hands of voters The Sunset Creek Lane tinues to assert that the go forward." He said the PP." Of the interpretation will go a long way in helping residents to access was redesigned to Council can find that a road- plan represented a fair and that a road is infrastructure, explore other options without fear thatd reduce impacts in terms of way is not a structure. Even balanced approach to traffic. she said, "It looks as if we length, land coverage, and if this were true (which it is What constitutes a struc- are bending the terminology, open space will be replaced with housing. areas of slope. However, the not), that would not address ture is one of the terms that trying to find a loophole." plan would still be consid- the retaining walls needed was not defined in Measure She was concerned that ered by many to be in viola- to construct the road due to PP. Some believe a road is a allowing the road would its traversing slopes of over structure because it entails set a precedent that future 25%. He asked that at the construction. As such a road councils could use to cir- very least, the council delay could not be built on steep cumvent the provisions in HAPPY VALLEY a decision until the new ver- slopes. Others have said that the measure. (continued from page one) sion could be analyzed. a road should be viewed as City Attorney Jonathan matter to the two-year city Thorne said it's an issue his neighbors in a 34-lot de- Access to the develop- needed infrastructure. If Lowell had earlier in the work-plan for review and the council can discuss in velopment. They have traffic ment has been the main is- the road and its wall were meeting told the council consideration and to explore the future. He noted that problems, and would like to sue. Assistant City Manager viewed as needed infrastruc- that terms used in PP were options for annexation and Zone 7 Water Agency and see the bypass road built. Brian Dolan commented, ture rather than a structure, ambiguous, such as ridgeline possible elimination of the DSRSD charge water ser- The resident noted that a “On the one hand, opponents then their development in and structure. Now with the road. This effort will take vice and sewer connection judge upheld a suit that said of a Sunset Creek Lane con- the area would be legal. application of the measure, years to accomplish and may fees. Those agencies would Pleasanton must eventually nection claim that the road Olson said the city attor- the council can define the not be feasible." have to be approached sepa- build the bypass road. would violate PP provisions, ney offered the opinion that terms. If litigated, the court Fialho said that the work rately. LAFCO is involved, The road was supposed whereas opponents of a the council could interpret will give deference to a that lies ahead for the city because part of its mission to be paid by development Lund Ranch road connection terms in PP that were not legislative body's determi- will involve first studying is to promote efficient de- on the Spotorno property. believe the opposite." defined. In this case, a road nation. the option and having com- livery of services to areas, However, the developer did At last week's council would be defined as infra- Attorney Flashman of- prehensive discussions and and to decide whether some not move forward, because meeting, residents from structure needed to provide fered a different view, saying community meetings with unincorporated areas can be of the recession. Now a both neighborhoods voiced access to 29 units, open that the council has to look the Happy Valley commu- annexed to a city. further discouragement is their opinions. Those from space and trails. "While I at the intent of voters. In his nity, planning commission, Although an annexation Measure PP, which would Ventana Hills, which would have said that a road is a opinion, if the council's de- city council and other re- effort in 2002 was defeated prevent roads from being be accessed by Lund Ranch structure (as defined in the termination does not reflect gional bodies, including Al- in an election by Happy constructed on steep grades Road, said it was not an city's general plan), framers what voters want,"a court ameda County and LAFCO. Valley residents, the vote on the property. environmental issue, rather of PP indicated roads were will kick it out." Owners of three proper- was close. Since further Asked for comment on a traffic issue. They said not part of it. The modified A SECOND MOTION ties in Happy Valley near emergence of water and the judge's decision, or they were already heavily site plan is an improvement A second motion by the city have approached sewer concerns, it might be any future lawsuits over impacted by traffic. In addi- with less impact on PP." Councilmember Olson drew LAFCO recently to annex. possible that a majority of not building a bypass road, tion, they said that they had His motion included the an unanimous vote. Staff Their motivation was to the Happy Valley residents Fialho said, "It is premature been promised by previous provision that if the council's was directed to proceed with obtain water, and in some would now go for annexa- to discuss lawsuits or chal- councils that there would be interpretation of Measure the following tasks: instances sewer service. tion, said Thorne. lenges to any elimination of no additional access roads PP were successfully chal- One would be to work During the drought, the wa- Residents of the area the road without first study- through their neighborhood. lenged, the matter would be with neighbors in Ventana ter table has been lowered have two views. Some want ing the road and annexation Sycamore Heights resi- considered null and void. Hills to come up with traf- so that wells may not be as the bypass in order to keep matters, and involving the dents declared the issue was The project would then re- fic calming solutions on reliable as they once were. traffic out of their neighbor- stakeholders." an environmental one with turn to city staff and the Junipero and Independence Also, Happy Valley is under hood. Others would like to the proposed access to Sun- planning commission for Drives. severe restrictions on septic have city water and sewer Second, work with Alam- tanks over concern for po- service. eda County to explore elimi- tential water table pollution. Calls to a couple of Hap- nation of the Happy Valley No further development is py Valley residents by The Openings on LARPD Personnel Commission bypass road in conjunc- Independent showed that tion with a comprehensive allowed in the area on the on the District’s personnel residents are counting on The Livermore Area Rec- dents of the Livermore Area annexation of all or parts southside of Pleasanton. policies, approves the eli- the bypass road. Steve Mix, reation and Park District Recreation and Park District. of the Happy Valley area. Thorne said at the council gibility list for the hiring of who lives on Alisal Street, Board of Directors is seek- Individuals should sub- Removing the bypass road meeting that LAFCO, on full-time staff, hears appeals said that he favors the bypass ing applicants to serve on mit a letter of interest and would lessen future traffic which he serves as a com- of disciplinary actions and road, especially if there were the Personnel Commission. information on knowledge going through the Sycamore missioner, will be sending makes recommendations more building on Alisal LARPD is accepting ap- and experience with person- Heights area. the city a letter asking for a to the Board of Directors Street. plications through 5 p.m. nel administration to District Third, map the ridges in fee reduction in city services on matters of personnel A resident on Clubhouse Friday, Dec. 18. Commis- General Manager Timothy the southeast hills. The map for properties annexed into administration. The Com- Drive who did not want sioners are appointed by the J. Barry, LARPD, 4444 is to be brought back to the the city. LAFCO would mission meets as needed, to be named said that he is Board to four-year terms. East Ave., Livermore, CA, council within one year for like to have septic tanks but normally not more than inside the city limit, as are The Commission acts as 94550. For more informa- consideration and adoption. removed. once a month. a volunteer body that moni- tion about the position, call "We need to define where the Applicants must be resi- tors and advises the Board Tim Barry at 925-373-5700. ridges are located."

3D (continued from page one) help create the finer resolu- the ability to control the tion of the printed tissue,” 3D structural environment, (Opinions voiced in let- Pleasanton be sent east to Isabel, or west how this project will become Moya said. “We’re leverag- along with growing vessel ters published in Mailbox A fourth consecutive networks to support the and north to I-580. Although a sustainable neighborhood. ing the body’s ability for are those of the author and Holiday Season marked by some will circle around and The consultant said that growing tissue, is one part of self-directed growth. You do not necessarily reflect the gridlocked traffic near San return, and some will give the parking would be ample end up with something that replicating the complexity of opinion of The Independent. Francisco Premium Outlets up, the present situation, yet the single inconveniently is more true to physiology. the human body,” Letter Policy: The Inde- has arrived. While a tremen- filling the nearby streets with located parking structure We can put the cells in an en- Now in the final year of a pendent will not publish dous fiscal success for the stalled cars, is a situation did not seem adequate for vironment where they know, three-year project funded by anonymous letters, nor will City of Livermore coffers, that should not be forced on existing commuters and lo- ‘I need to build blood ves- the Lab’s internal research it publish letters without at this time of year the outlet the public. cal users and there was no sels.’ With this technology and development program, names. Abusive letters may mall is a traffic nightmare allowance for future expan- we guide and orchestrate the Moya has used bioprinting be rejected or edited. Fre- for the surrounding com- Isabel Station Planning sion. Limiting parking limits biology.” to create an unorganized quent letter writers may munity. Gridlock may have John Stein ridership which makes it Bioprinting complements network of blood vessels, have publication of their let- been a surprise in 2012, but Livermore harder to justify the BART a different Lab project aimed but she wants to go a step ters delayed. Letters should since then the mall has been I applaud your insight in extension. at replicating the body on further, engineering a di- be submitted by e-mail allowed a major expansion seeing that the Isabel BART One of the stated goals a micro scale. That proj- rected hierarchy similar to to editmail@compuserve. without addressing their Station Plan represents a was to reduce congestion ect, known as iCHIP (in those that exist in the body. com.) traffic congestion problem. vision of the MTC (Metro- on the I-580 freeway. With vitro Chip-based Human Soon, Moya and other On Black Friday there was politan Transportation Com- 4000 new housing units and Investigational Platform), researchers will be able Health Care no difficulty leaving my mission) vison and not that 8500 new jobs proposed the residence, but returning to re-creates and integrates to utilize a brand new 3D Charles H. Margiotta of Livermore’s residents. increased traffic generated it involved an hour or longer the central and peripheral bioprinting lab containing a Livermore You also noticed that there will probably overwhelm delay. How can emergency any BART generated traffic nervous systems, the blood- more precise printer capable So the naysayers were was really only a single vehicles be expected to serve reduction. Traffic on I-580, brain barrier and the heart. of higher resolution and right: the Affordable Care basic plan with only minor Act was a misnomer. Now the region? El Charro, Jack Route 84 and local streets “Bioprinting adds anoth- larger structures. variations not three differ- that it has been implemented London, Stoneridge Drive will be heavily impacted er dimension to tissue–on- The technique, despite ent plans. The plan with for a few years, we are see- and I-580 were all backed all multiunit housing up to both by new commuters a-chip platforms,” said Lab being in its infancy, is al- ing the predictable results. up a mile or more in all six stories high seems more and residents running local research engineer Elizabeth ready opening doors to re- Premiums are skyrocketing, directions.. errands and is likely to get search opportunities previ- appropriate for downtown Wheeler, the principal inves- payments to doctors are de- The failure of Livermore, San Jose or Hayward than worse not better,. ously unavailable to science. tigator for iCHIP. “Having creasing, and more medical Pleasanton, and Dublin to an isolated site on the edge The proposed plan does groups are dropping insur- plan cooperatively for ad- of Livermore not consider Livermore’s ance plans to avoid losing equate traffic management The presentation said the community character, pro- large sums of money. at the intersection of I-580 massive multi-story hous- tecting scenic views in the Those of you who drank and El Charro is a disgrace. ing project being proposed Scenic Corridor, Livermore (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) the Obama Kool-Aid "if you Since all three cities are would be a neighborhood, Airport's noise or air pollu- Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala planning additional high tion from a ten lane freeway Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell like your doctor, you can yet with the overriding goal Editor: Janet Armantrout keep your doctor," deserve impact development in this of maximizing housing there in their design. In planning The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing the negative outcome you're area, it can be anticipated was no space shown for for our community’s future it Company, 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998. now seeing. that the situation will only new schools, parks, a public is important to have accurate The Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews.com to sign up worsen. For immediate re- and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, 2250 pool or community center, information not vague and First St., Livermore, CA 94550. 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An idea first envisioned units in Pleasanton. The proposal began to will be known as Kottinger project at last week's council cessful in obtaining tax as early as 2001 will be- The idea was to replace take shape with the forma- Gardens is anticipated in meeting. credit funding and was able come a reality next year and expand aging senior tion of a Task Force in early early 2016. Consisting of cottage to sell the credits for $1.22 with the projected start of housing at Kottinger Place 2004 to come up with a The Pleasanton City homes and a three-story each resulting in over $20 construction of the first and Pleasanton Gardens. plan to move forward. The Council received an update building, Phase I will be million in equity. phase of affordable senior start of construction of what on the Kottinger Gardens constructed on the former The City of Pleasanton Kottinger Place site on Vine- will be loaning MidPen GOLF COURSE yard Avenue. The 50 garden $13,750,000 from its low (continued from page one) units will be built first. Phase income housing fund. II will be built on the site Design and financing be involved in the process. currently occupied by Pleas- work on Kottinger Gardens The report will be due back anton Gardens. Phase II will begin following to the council by May. The 51 units now at Kot- the construction financing The second action di- closing and construction rects staff to open a parallel tinger Place will be demol- ished. Seniors living there start at Kottinger Gardens process to look at the golf Phase I. The goal would be course and other compat- will be relocated. Once, ible uses that might be pro- construction is complete to complete all phases of vided by the private sector. they will be moved back into construction by 2019. It would include looking at the new units. The construc- Dolores Bengtson, a a plan proposed by Spring- tion is expected to take about member of the task force, town resident and venture a year. reminded the council that the capitalist Mark Kolt. MidPen Housing Corpo- project was first discussed in The vote was 3 to 2, with ration, the nonprofit devel- 2001. She thanked the coun- Laureen Turner and Steven cil for making the quality, Spedowfski voting "no." oper, will pay the rent for the relocated seniors that senior affordable housing The two rejected the idea a reality. over concerns further subsi- exceeds what they are play- dies may be required to keep ing at Kottinger Place. There Christine Steiner thanked the golf course operating. is a budget of $2.5 million the council and MidPen. She Turner stated, "I can't spend for relocation expenses. suggested that any time the any more tax dollars on the MidPen will also pay city has the opportunity to golf course." She pointed out all moving expenses and acquire land on which to that more people would use assists seniors in packing build affordable housing open space, 85,000 versus their belongings. To date, the city should do so. She a couple of hundred golfers Photo - Doug Jorgensen also suggested that with each year. Over 300 people were on hand at the Livermore City Council meeting Monday to most of the relocation sites are in Dublin. so much taken out of the Spedowfski commented provide input on the future of the Springtown Golf Course. People were asked to housing fund, the council that the city wrote off a raise their hands if they agreed with a speaker. The key action allowing $736,000 debt. "We have the project to move forward should consider increasing tried subsidizing in the past. consisted of HUD's (Hous- the fee or putting money in It has not worked." to take on the task of run- is possible and work with more people. North Liver- ing and Urban Develop- if possible. "You need land more is underserved with Councilmember Bob Wo- ning the Springtown Golf city staff and SHOA on a ment) approval to remove and cash for such projects," erner, who spoke against any Course; a negative response concrete business plan. facilities. They predicted she stated. that with access to near- Kottinger Place from its subsidy, was willing to look to a survey of residents ask- Asked how he expected list and donate the site to Councilmember Karla ing support for forming an to raise enough money to run by open space and greater at the Kolt proposal. His the city. Brown stated, "I'm looking goal would be for the city assessment district to sub- the golf course, Kolt replied recreational opportunities, property values would be MidPen was also suc- forward to the ribbon cut- to get out of overseeing rec- sidize the golf course; and that 25% of development is ting." reation, which he described a report from the National land acquisition. In this case, enhanced. as the job of LARPD. Golf Foundation that noted the land is already available. Bruce Anderson de- One concern on the part that the golf course would be He described the plan as a clared, "I agree with staff. of the council majority was unlikely to succeed without long term project with long Keep the area as open space. appearing to enter into ex- increasing green fees and term return. It's time to move on." PENDING WITH MULTIPLE OFFERS! clusive negotiations with major improvements to the Members of the public Sean McMenamin noted one party. City staff indi- golf course. A final issue weighed in with their ideas. that there is an unwilling- cated that others could come involves water. Currently, One group of people, ness on the part of residents in with proposals. water to keep the course Save the Golf Course, urged to support an assessment City Manager Marc Rob- green is drawn from the ar- the council to extend the district. It is time to stop erts said that in this case a royo. A permit is required deadline for a decision to wasting dollars on a failed proposal has been submit- each year. Greenwood said allow time for Kolt to flesh course. ted that the council could that there may come a time out his proposal. Speakers suggested many Linda Futral review. What is being asked when a permit would not be In giving reasons for ideas for uses including a Broker/Realtor for is an additional period of issued. At that time, there keeping the golf course, farm such as the Sunol Ag 35253 Santiago St, Fremont 925.980.3561 Park, community gardens, [email protected] time to allow the Springtown would be a need to hook-up they said that since they are www.lindafutral.com nature education, nature Single story 4 bed, 2 bath, 1400 sq. ft. Homeowners Association to the city's water system, not allowed to fence in their License #01257605 (SHOA) to hold discus- which will be costly. yards, they are concerned study, job training, walking Shorten your commute to Silicon Valley and jogging trails. and be in a neighborhood with top sions with Kolt. There is Kolt described two con- about the public having ac- rated schools. Offered for $838,000. the beginning of a concept. cepts, stating first that he cess to their backyards if the The council could allow 60 believes the golf course can golf course reverted to open to 90 days for a proposal to be sustainable and profit- space or other recreational be fleshed out. able. He said he didn't see uses. They feared property Of interest to the city and why use of the golf course values would decline if the the council would be the risk for walking and nature pro- course were closed. factors. Any report would grams as well as to play golf Gail Travers presented a have to include the level of were mutually exclusive. petition with 300 signatures risk, type of risk and how One concept involves de- supporting preservation of any risk might be mitigated velopment on a 6 acre site the golf course and an analy- to the greatest extent pos- owned by SHOA; another sis of the Kolt proposal. She sible. would refurbish buildings noted that LARPD has no Councilmember Stewart on the site. There would be money to acquire, maintain, Gary commented, "It is a no housing as part of either or construct recreational speculative proposal." concept. The idea would be facilities. "If revenue can't Kolt and SHOA will have to subsidize the golf course be found to sustain the golf until March to provide a through rent paid for use of course, we see development report on progress. A final facilities. in the future. The city wants proposal would be due no The no development op- to shed its responsibility as later than May. tion would include exploring soon as possible. If the pro- Public Works Director turning the pro shop into a posal by Mr. Kolt does not Darren Greenwood pre- restaurant. Work would be work, the open space option sented the reasoning behind done to improve the aes- still remains." staff's recommendation to thetics involving both the Not all members of the close the golf course. The buildings and golf course. SHOA favored the Kolt pro- main one relates to its ap- Options to open facilities for posal, fearing that it would parent inability to be self- public use, such as the pool, put them at personal finan- sustaining, requiring ongo- would be explored. cial risk. James Cisco said, ing financial support from "The best solution would "All attempts to preserve the city. He estimated that be to build new facilities," the golf course should be $90,000 per year would Kolt stated. Buildings on the abandoned." be needed to support the site would be demolished. Opposing the continua- operation and an additional Outside capital would be tion of the golf course were $160,000 per year for capital obtained to add office and members of the North Liver- replacement. retail space. He asked the more Community Alliance. Other reasons included a council to hold off making They expressed the belief lack of interest on the part a decision until he was able that open space would be far of golf course operators to identify the scope of what less costly and would benefit

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Photo - Doug Jorgensen Lights used in Deacon Dave's annual Christmas display light up the skies and the eyes of young visitors. This year's display was unveiled last Friday Photo - Doug Jorgensen following a candlelight procession down Hillcrest Frozen characters from on hand to great youngsters Street in Livermore. who stopped by Lizzie Fountain last Saturday during the Home for the Holidays festivities. Anna, Olaf and Elsa posed for pictures and performed songs from the movie. The day concluded with a parade and tree lighting ceremony. Schools to Participate in Safe Routes Cocoa Event High schools in the Tri- "Students that carpool participants to get a Fas- Valley, Albany, Castro Val- learn early-on of its ben- Trak® Flex toll tag now to ley, Fremont, Oakland and efits," says Alameda CTC be ready to take advantage San Lorenzo are promoting Chair Supervisor Scott Hag- of the I-580 Express Lanes, carpooling to school this gerty, "saving time, money which require carpoolers to month by participating in and the environment, re- have a FasTrak Flex toll tag the annual Safe Routes to ducing traffic congestion, to use the lanes for free. The Schools Cocoa for Carpools getting a prime parking spot, express lanes will open in event that encourages a new and in this program, a hot early 2016 and will operate generation of drivers and cup of Cocoa for Carpools Monday through Friday, 5 their parents to fill up their before class on these chilly a.m. to 8 p.m., so those car- cars, not the roads. mornings. Hopefully this pooling to and from school The Measure B-fund- experience will lead to fu- will need a FasTrak Flex ed Alameda County Safe ture carpool practices to take toll tag. Routes to Schools program, advantage of the carpool The I-580 Express Lanes Cocoa for Carpools pro- and express lane network project will provide the first vides hot chocolate and planned throughout Alam- westbound carpool/express encouragement for carpool- eda County for I-580, I-680, lane in the Tri-Valley cor- ing students and families I-880, and I-80." ridor between Livermore when they arrive at school. Local 2015 Cocoa for and Dublin, and add one The successful program is Carpools events: December new carpool/express lane in receiving the Tri-Valley Air 2: Foothill High; December the eastbound direction. All Quality Impact Award from 15: Granada High; and De- I-580 Express Lane users are the Tri-Valley Spare the Air cember 18: Dublin High. required to have a FasTrak Floats were one of the popular entries in the annual Pleasanton Holiday Parade. Resource Team and will be As sponsor of the I-580 toll tag to use the lanes, and recognized at the January Express Lanes and Safe carpoolers are required to 14, 2016 meeting of the Routes to Schools, Alameda have a FasTrak Flex toll tag Alameda County Board of CTC is encouraging all Tri- to use the lanes for free. It Supervisors. Valley Cocoa for Carpool only takes two to carpool on I-580.

Beacon Lit in Remembrance of Pearl Harbor

tinental aviation. It is one when Fleet Admiral Chester of the four guiding beacons Nimitz relit the Beacon in a installed along the west commemorative ceremony coast by Standard Oil of CA and suggested it be illumi- and is the only one known nated every December 7th to to still be operational. After honor those who served and the attack on Pearl Harbor, sacrificed. Since that day, the Beacon's light was ex- Pearl Harbor Veterans and tinguished during the West their families have gathered Coast Blackout, for fear it every December 7th to see may enable an attack on the Beacon light shine once California. It stayed dark again. until Pearl Harbor Day 1964,

Mt. Diablo beason. Carolers added to the festivities during the annual Dublin tree lighting event. On Monday, December 7th, Mount Diablo's Beacon was relit by survivors of Pearl Harbor. "The Beacon lighting is a tribute to those individu- als who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor," said Earl "Chuck" Kohler, one of the few remaining survivors in Contra Costa County. How- ever, the ceremony is also an opportunity to honor the survivors. When those who experienced Pearl Harbor are gone, the history is lost with them. The Sons & Daughters of Pearl Harbor Survivors, Chapter 5 co-sponsored this 52nd Annual National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Ceremony with Save Mount Diablo. Presenta- tions were made by the few remaining local Pearl Harbor survivors, Mount Diablo State Park, Da- vid Behring (President of Wheelchair Foundation), as well as Save Mount Diablo. Photo - Doug Jorgensen The Beacon on Mount Livermore Valley wineries opened their doors over the weekend to celebrate the Diablo was originally in- annual Holidays in the Vineyards. Decorations, wine tasting, food, and gift ideas stalled and illuminated in were all part of the festivities. 1928 to aid in trans-con-

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De La Salle Ends Foothill High's Championship Run By Travis Summers Spartans first score, before On offense, Foothill was DUBLIN – Since 1992, an onside kick recovery set limited by a highly-touted the “reward” for being the up a 47-yard option keeper De La Salle defense. Foothill second-best football team in from quarterback Anthony running back Isaiah Floyd the North Coast Section has Sweeney. was held to only 35 yards, been to face national pow- After those first two pos- his lowest total in a game erhouse De La Salle in the sessions, Foothill (12-1) got this season. Floyd, a shifty, championship game. used to the enhanced level speedy runner had excelled Foothill claimed this of competition and held De all season with 1,809 yards, year’s prize with a 35-0 loss La Salle scoreless and to 80 but couldn’t find space to run to the Spartans in the NCS yards of offense the remain- on the outside edges due to Division I Championship, der of the half. a Spartan defense that could ending what had been a per- “Trying to go toe-to-toe match Floyd’s quickness go- fect 12-0 run through 2015. with those guys is pretty ing sideline-to-sideline. “I thought we played like tough to do,” Matt Sweeney “When you can’t get a champions,” Foothill head said. “They’re bigger and push anywhere it’s pretty coach Matt Sweeney said. faster, but our guys were tough,” Matt Sweeney said. “We battled all night. De La resilient and tough.” “Isaiah’s pretty special just Salle is a phenomenal foot- Any hopes of a Foothill to get what he got against ball team, but our effort was upset were erased on the those guys.” unbelievable. We fought. We first play of the third quarter The loss ends a special Fought. We fought. That’s when Antoine Custer took season for Foothill that in- what our guys have done the half’s opening kickoff cluded an East Bay Athletic all year.” 86 yards for a touchdown. League championship and Foothill (12-1) showed Hernandez would then a perfect 10-0 run though De La Salle (12-1) its fight add two more touchdowns the regular season. While Photo - Doug Jorgensen earlier in the contest, as the to his total with runs of 29 the numbers the Falcons Foothill High School's perfect season ended with a loss to De La Salle in the NCS Spartans held a slim 14-0 and 8 yards each to finish accumulated in 2015 are Division 1 championship. In the photo, the Falcon defense takes on a De La Salle advantage at halftime. De La out the game’s scoring. The impressive, senior Ruben running back. Salle has possessed a lead at senior running back finished Mercado says the intangible halftime in all of its games with a game-high 121 rush- achievements are what he’ll also what Matt Sweeney De La Salle 35, Foothill 0 334. F: Isaiah Floyd 13-35, Clayton this season, but the 14-point ing yards on only 10 carries, remember most from the Foothill 0 0 0 0 -0 Marceau 1-12, Josh Merryman 1-1, says is this year’s defining De La Salle 14 0 14 7 -35 Cash Connolly 2-0, Ben Wooldridge halftime margin was the while Anthony Sweeney season. characteristic. 6-(-35). Totals: 23-13. its smallest since holding a would add 110 yards on 10 “My teammates are what “There’s this thing about Scoring Summary Passing - DLS: Anthony Sweeney 14-12 intermission in their rushes as well. made this year possible,” DLS – Hernandez 35 run (Drake kick) 6-10-0, 43 yards; Chris Vanderklugt the ‘me-first generation,’ DLS – Sweeney 47 run (Drake kick) 1-1-0, -3 yards. Totals: 7-11, 40 yards. 26-21 season-opening loss The victory captured De Mercado said. “We all grew DLS – Custer 86 kickoff return F: Ben Wooldridge 12-20-0, 120 yards; but these guys are not like Josh Merryman 0-1-0, 0 yards; Isaiah to Euless (TX) Trinity. La Salle’s 24th-consecutive up together. Most of us went that,” Sweeney said. “They (Drake kick) NCS championship. The to the same middle school. DLS – Hernandez 29 run (Drake kick) Floyd 0-1-0, 0 yards. Totals: 12-22-0, The Spartans gained the can play in any decade. DLS – Hernandez 8 run (Drake kick) 120 yards. 14-0 advantage from its last time the Spartans failed This season was our mission Everything that you can Receiving - DLS: Isaiah Randle first two possessions of the to win the sectional cham- from our freshman year. The Statistics 2-18, Andrew Hernandez 1-10, control, they did. They hus- Rushing - DLS: Andrew Her- Devin Asiasi 1-8, Antoine Custer 1-5, game. Running back Andrew pionship was a 35-27 loss tightness of our team is what nandez 10-121, Anthony Sweeney Jonathan Harvey 1-2, Daniel Hinckley tled, fought, and they were 1-(-3). F: Ruben Mercado 7-64, Blake Hernandez broke free for to Pittsburg in 1991’s title I’m going to take away.” unselfish. That’s what I’ll 10-110, Antoine Custer 10-59, Kairee game. That sense of team is Robinson 2-17, Justice Peters 1-16, Braden 1-26, Matt Gates 2-19, Josh a 35-yard score run for the remember.” Gabe Coray-Dozier 1-11. Totals: 34- Merryman 1-6, Cash Connolly 1-5.

The West Coast Warlocks took the field in the State Silver Cup final with a chance to claim first place. The West Coast Warlocks focused on taking home the trophy, achieved some spectacular team soccer. Warlocks' The West Coast Kaos U13 girls delivered two knockout roster includes Anthony Blake, Daniel Ramirez, Dylan punches in Norcal Premier State Cup quarter final and Lee, Jeremy Miller, Jordan Tran, Kevin Kovacs, Kyler semifinal games over the weekend to move on to the Wallace, Louden Philbrick, Mark Sorensen, Raul Olmos, championship. Kaos scored 5 goals in two shutout Salvador Ramirez, and Zachariah Valenzuela. Winning matches against Deanza Force and MVLA Lighting. Pictured are U11 West Coast Klash. The team brough the Norcal Silver Cup closes out a great 2015 and a Pictured is midfielder Maddie Sullivan sending a ball home the NorCal Bronze 2 State Cup Championship. spectacular first year together as a West Coast team. to her forwards. West Coast Soccer is hosting free try-out series for U8-U-10 Boys & girls Monday & Wednesday, Dec. 14, 16 from 6-7:30. For the final session players will be per hand throughout the game. Klash aged 5-18 for the 2016 Spring Recre- separated into their groups on Saturday 1/9 - at 2:30; defense was stout, led by Khushleen Lacrosse Signup ational season. No prior experience U11-U13 boys Monday & Wednesday - 1/11 ,13, 18, 20 Hothi, Mahrosh Qazalbash, and Gaby Registration is open for the Liver- necessary. Register online at www. Valenzuela. West Coast put the pres- more Phantom Lacrosse spring sea- lgsa.org or email registration@lgsa. from 6-7:30; final session they will be separated into sure on with fabulous runs by Chloe son. Fall/winter tune-up sessions org for more information. their groups on Saturday 1/23 at 2:30. Thomas, Chloe Lucero, Tanea Dayak, are under way now and included in and Jennessa Maselli. Mustang tried the registration fee. Sign up at www. phantomlacrosse.org. CYO Track and Field their luck through the middle of the Practices for the St. Michael CYO field but were met with the speed track and field team begin February of Taylor Jeffrey and power of Lexi Dublin Little League 8. The team is open to all children Pletschette to shut things down. In the Dublin Little League spring reg- in Livermore from grades 3 through West Coast Soccer MVLA’s Keeper. Allum easily found second half, Klash goalkeeper Amelia istration is now open for the 2016 her sweet spot and scored her second 8 regardless of experience or ability The West Coast Kaos U13 girls Hernandez made some outstanding season. For more information and to level. Children compete in running goal of the game. This gave Kaos a 3-0 register go to http://dublinll.org for have earned a spot in the Norcal saves and created attacks with her long events from 50 meters to one mile Premier championship match. The victory and spot in the finals. punts. In the 43rd minute, Klash won a more information. Free Santa Pictures Throughout the weekend, the plus relays as well as throwing and girls bested 22 other teams to reach free kick well outside the 18 yard box. jumping events. Pre-registration will the final round. entire Kaos team was on fire. Wingers Ashley Stuart ripped the shot over the Bring Your Camera! Mari Medrano, Emma Valdez, Katie Phantom Tryouts take place January 12, 14, and 18 In a quarterfinal game on Saturday goalie's head to put the West Coast up The Pleasanton Phantom 16A from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Dorothy Thur. Dec. 10 4-8 pm against DeAnza Force, Kaos came out Reid, and forwards Jenna Nielsen, 1-0. With a few minutes left, Mustang travel team will be holding tryouts Taylor Sprott, and Maddie Allum kept Day room at St. Charles Borromeo. firing with a quick goal by forward, was able to equalize. The thrilling for the 2016 team on Sunday, Dec. For more information, go to the team Fri. Dec. 11 4-8 pm Maddie Allum. Midway through the the pressure on with multiple shots on game went into penalties, with Krush 13 at the Foothill High School softball goal. Midfielders Payton Dinwiddie, website www.smisctrack.org or email second half, Kaos center defender, winning behind 3 outstanding saves fields. Please register ahead of time [email protected] Jackie Hurtado, fired a solid shot Alina Garcia, Jenna Lawrence, Hailey by Hailey Ann Stubbles. online at www.pleasantonsoftball. FREE Picture from midfield that cleared the Force Miller, Maddie Sullivan, and Kate In the championship match, West org. Tryouts for pitchers and catchers goalie’s hands and settled into the Zeck did an excellent job of disrupting Coast Klash played Sacramento Soc- is from 10:00 am-11:00 am. All play- Livermore Little League with “Kate” Our Elf corner of the net. With the 2-0 win, and distributing. Kaos’ defensive line cer Alliance Dark Horse in another ers is from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. 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CLASSES01.19.16 BEGIN PAGE 8 - The Independent, DECEMBER 10, 2015 Survivor Recalls The Attack On Pearl Harbor By Carol Graham Dawn broke over Oahu at 6:26 that Sunday morning in 1941. At 6:45 a.m., the first American shots of WWII rang out when the USS Ward sunk a Japanese midget-sub at- tempting to enter the narrow mouth of Pearl Harbor. But because there had been recent false reports of submarines, Admiral Husband E. Kimmel, commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet, decided to wait for verification of the report before taking action. On Pearl Harbor's U.S. military bases, sailors were at ease on the morning of December 7th - attending outside chapel services on the beach, planning tennis tournaments and softball games, or simply recovering from the previous Saturday night ashore. At 7:02, a private at the Opana Mobile Radar Station on the island's north shore looked at the radar oscilloscope and couldn't believe his eyes. He asked his buddy to take a look. They agreed: dozens of aircraft were bearing down on Oahu. The privates immediately reported the information to Fort Shafter in Honolulu. Eighteen minutes later, the planes were only 70 miles away. The lieutenant who received the privates' report be- lieved that the radar had picked up a flight of American B-17 bombers coming in from California. For security reasons, Photo - Doug Jorgensen he could not tell this to the radar operators. All he said was, “Well, don’t worry about it.” Adolph Hengl talks about his memories of Pearl Harbor. At 7:55, the first Imperial Japanese Navy airplanes ar- This year, on December 26th, Hengl, a Livermore resi- to military charities, and flies the American flag 24/7. It's rived - more than 180 dive bombers, torpedo bombers and dent, will celebrate his 99th birthday. kind of a landmark in our neighborhood, and is lit at night. fighters. A second wave of 171 planes would strike within "My dad is one of the oldest living Pearl Harbor survivors You don't fly the flag at night unlit or he'll knock on your the hour. who was on a battleship during the attack," said Mary Hengl, door and school you in American Flag 101. On the USS Tennessee moored on Battleship Row, air- the fourth of Hengl's five children. "The fact that he will be "He does everything with military precision. He has craft maintenance officer Adolph Hengl was below deck as 99 the day after Christmas is amazing to me. As we've done several clocks throughout the house and they always display the first bombs dropped. in the past we will be celebrating his birthday with as many the proper time. He gets up at the same time every day, and “I couldn’t see what was happening outside. When there family members and close friends as possible." loves his Frosted Flakes." seemed to be a lull, I came out of the compartment and For many decades, Hengl spoke little of his WWII ex- Though Hengl's wife of 60 years passed away in 2000, stepped onto the quarterdeck to see what was going on,” periences. In fact, not until Mary's boyfriend Glen Nestor, Mary lives with and helps take care of her father. said Hengl. “A bomb hit and sent me back through the door, a former ship fitter, started asking him questions did many "My dad lives in his own home and is still pretty much slamming me into a metal wall. I stood up and saw tiny fires stories come out. independent. He has a bum knee that requires him to use all over the linoleum floor. I wasn’t hurt, although I guess I "When Adolph stepped aboard ship it was all about the a walker, and some memory loss which is frustrating to might have been out momentarily. Then men came running navy. He said he had to do his job, and worrying about his him, but other than that he's great," said Mary. "When the and said, ‘Boy, oh boy, you did a pop!’ I hollered at them, family would only take away from the job he needed to do. weather permits, he's out walking up and down the street ‘Get a hose and let’s put these fires out.’” But when he stepped off the ship, it was all about family," or sitting outside waving to passing cars. He loves to visit However, the primary concern on Hengl’s mind that said Nestor. "When I met Adolph I was fascinated with his and talk to people." morning was finding his younger brother Virgil, also serving service. I had a need to know not only for myself but for On the 74th anniversary of the surprise attack that cost on the USS Tennessee. “Unknown to me, Virgil had gone his family and historical significance. When you serve in 2,403 Americans their lives, Mary said, "I would like to aboard the USS West Virginia (moored alongside the Ten- the navy for 28 years you do great things." thank my dad and all the men and women who've passed nessee) to make plans with a friend he’d gone to high school Before retiring from service in 1964, Hengl had earned away, been injured, and fought for our country. It takes with,” said Hengl. “I couldn’t find him for the longest time. three Bronze Stars which are awarded for heroic or meritori- special people to do what they've done - and continue to I finally saw him coming across the gangway back to the ous achievement, said Nestor. do - for us and our freedom. It is something we should Tennessee. The West Virginia was starting to go over, but "I have never met a better man. He stands for everything never take for granted." they sank it straight down so it could be salvaged.” that makes this country great," Nestor added. "He donates To contact Adolph, email Mary at [email protected]. Author's Book Written to Provide a Message for Her Daughter

By Carol Graham After writing the book py to sign books for resi- When Roma Chadha for Ekaa, now 11, Sood dents in January when she Sood wrote a book for her found herself going back to returns from holiday travels. daughter's 5th birthday, she the story whenever she was "I hope this book reminds didn't know it would be a gift going through a rough time. us all, myself included, that for all ages. "I am uplifted by it, and we are never alone, and that "Looking at the chaos in as the years went by, I started we are loved and protected," our world, at the hatred and to feel perhaps it would be a she adds. "We are spiritual, especially the fear, my deep- source of comfort to others eternal beings, supported by est hope is that this book as well," says Sood, a read- our divine source, and being will serve as a reminder to ing specialist at Valley Mon- here is an opportunity for us shift our attention to love, tessori School in Livermore to be the best we can be." connectedness and peace," and former journalist in To learn more, visit www. says Sood. "It reminds us to India. "Seeing the effect the howsoulsaremade.com. find our own strength from book has on others has been within, so we can be the especially rewarding. Some- change we want to see in times they cry, sometimes the world." they smile, but they tell me it Watching daughter Ekaa is a book that moves them." grow has been a delight for Roma Chadha Sood "How Souls Are Made" is the Livermore resident. haunts within, for something available on Amazon, both "Ekaa was the absolute not in sight. It feels the day in paperback and on Kindle, personification of joy, even will never dawn, upon this as well as on the author's as a baby," says Sood. "The darkest night." website. constancy and ease with Yet when she becomes "It would make a great which she radiates laughter still, she can hear a whisper gift this holiday season, and happiness has always - someone is telling her, "I'm especially in light of all the been a source of wonder for right here." chaos happening around us me. When she turned five, I "This book is universal," in the world," says Sood, wanted to write something to says Sood. "It is a spiritual who says she would be hap- remind her when she would book, but is in no way reli- later hit the turbulent teens gious. Anyone of any faith or go through more difficult can embrace the idea that times in life, that her inher- and that He will always be learning love and pain." our soul is love. My hope is at Terra Mia ent quality was love. It was with her whenever she needs As she grows older, she that as parents read this book New Year’s Eve what comes naturally to her, Him. feels a yearning that she to their children at night, it and it is who she is." "Give love and joy to all cannot understand. envelopes them both in a Join us to ring in the "How Souls Are Made" is you meet, for you and I are "Unknown longing cloud of love." New Year this Dec. 31st! a children's book that reads one. All I have, I give to you, like a song, its lyrics linger- your journey has begun." Special 4-course dinner menu 4:00-9:00pm ing long after the last page is The story shifts to earth Book and prepay by Dec. 15 & Receive 10% OFF! read. 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Lynn Robert Witt member of the Save Our T e d join Ayn on an East Bay born at St. Paul's Hospital Roy was preceded in Lynn Robert Witt, 71 of Hills organization. In her grew up Regional Park District Field in Livermore. Helen is sur- death by his wife Alice Hemet, Cal- activities in local politics she in Med- Trip, where he took some of vived by all of her children, (Dottie) Page, and siblings ifornia en- acquired a few adversaries ford, his best photos. four grandchildren and two Louise Tucker and Rayburn tered eter- but many more friends. Oregon When Ted’s Lewy Body great granddaughters. Page. nal life with She is survived by her where Dementia required 24 hour Helen was a wonderful He is survived by sons our Lord on husband Balazs, son Law- he grad- care, Ayn and Todd were wife and mother who vol- Steven Page and Larry (Ta- Tuesday, rence, daughter-in law uated fortunate to discover Liver- unteered as a Den Mother mara) Page, daughter-in-law from St. November Kathy, and grandson Adam. more Valley Senior Living. in the Cub Scouts and as a Susan Page, grandkids Scott Mary’s A vigil will be held at Ayn and Todd cannot thank (Holly) Page, Stacy (Shane) 24, 2015, at High leader in the Campfire Girls. Hemet Val- Callaghan Mortuary in them enough for the loving Helen had many creative Davis, Shane Page, and School. Aaron Page, and three great ley Medi- Livermore on Friday, De- He at- care Ted received from the talents and hobbies. She was grandchildren. cal Center cember 11 from 5-7 pm, tended caregivers, nurses, chefs, a musician who loved to play in Hemet, California . and burial services will be Southern Oregon College of and managers. They even the piano and the guitar and There will be a private For additional obituary at St. Michael’s Cemetery Education before joining the understood and liked his sang songs to her children. family interment. A me- comments and service infor- in Livermore at noon on United States Air Force. His offbeat sense of humor. She was a seamstress, a morial service will be held mation please visit Miller- Saturday, December 12. rank was Lieutenant and he Please join us at a Cel- fine cook, made creative on Friday, December 18, Jones website at Miller- served as a navigator from ebration of Life that will jewelry, spent many years 2015 at 11:00 a.m., Cal- Jones.com. Floyd Robertson Smith 1955 to 1959. be held December 20, 2015 researching her family ge- laghan Mortuary, 3833 East Jan. 20, 1944 - Nov. 24, 2015 Ted received his B.S. in from 4 to 6 pm, at the Vet- nealogy, and is a well-known Avenue, Livermore, CA Resident of Livermore erans Memorial Building, watercolor artist. She was with a celebration of life Gail Smith Floyd R. Smith of Liver- Electrical Engineering from 522 South “L” Street in very active in the Livermore following. Donations in On the evening of No- more passed away on No- Oregon State University Livermore. his memory can be made to vember 27, 2015, Gail Smith vember 24, in 1962. He worked for Art Association and took passed peacefully away in Sandia in Livermore from In lieu of flowers, the her turn as editor of LAA's Wounded Warriors, www. 2015 at the woundedwarriorproject.org, the comfort of her home. Her age of 71. 1962-1971. He worked at family suggests donations newsletter. or mailing their form to P.O. memory Floyd was Lawrence Livermore Na- in Ted’s name to either: The She had a warm heart. will be re- born in tional Laboratory from 1972 Lewy Body Dementia As- She will be missed by all Box 758517, Topeka, Kan- vered by a Berkeley, to 2000. During this time he sociation, http://www.lbda. who knew and loved her. No sas 66675. large circle CA and received his Master’s degree org/donate or to the Liver- memorial service is planned of friends grew up in in Physics from the Univer- more Homeless Refuge, at this time. The family is Andrzej “Andy” and rela- El Cerrito, sity of California at Davis. http://www.livermorehome- very appreciative of the fine Bychawski tives. CA. He He was especially proud of lessrefuge.org/donations care she received at Liver- Andy was born in Krakow, Our graduated his work on the “Apollo- more Valley Senior Center. Poland in 1954 to Tadeusz beloved from El Cerrito High School Soyuz Test Project” and Michael Hope Hospice treated her and Leonarda Bychawski. Wife, in 1961 and graduated from the “Flat panel ferroelectric Charles Ozment wonderfully well in her last He was the youngest of Mother, UC Davis in 1966 with a electron emission display Dec. 23, 1954 - Nov. 26, months. In lieu of flowers, a 4 brothers - Christopher, Grand- degree in Mechanical Engi- system." 2015 donation to Hope Hospice, Adam mother, Gigi and Friend is neering. While at UC Davis, Ted liked fitness and the Michael Ozment passed 6377 Clark Ave., Dublin, CA and Hen- survived by her husband, he was a member of the SAE outdoors. He loved to bike away after a long illness at 94568, in her memory will ry. 3 wonderful children, 3 Fraternity and played on the to work. Ted and Ayn, along the age of 60. He was a 1973 help others like her. Andy grandchildren and 2 great- Aggie basketball team. He with the former Livermore graduate of Livermore High met, his grandchildren. later received a MBA from Mayor Dale Turner, started School and he served four Roy Lee Page future, Family and Friends will the Hass School of Business. the annual “Livermore Fit- years in the US Air Force Roy Lee Page of Liver- wife, gather on December 18th He married Pamela Pe- ness Day” in April 1981. from 1977 to 1981. more, California died No- in early at 3 o'clock in the afternoon tersen in 1966. They had On this day, participants Michael is preceded in vember, 27, 2015. He was child- at the First Presbyterian three children Chris (Edie), could run or walk a 5K, run death by his parents, Charles 88. Roy was born October hood Church 2020 Fifth Street Allison and Erica (Brad). a 10K, or bike on two differ- Leon Ozment(father) and 26, 1927 in Escondido, Cali- as they Livermore, CA. The family moved to Liver- ent routes. Ted and Ayn also Hazel June Ozment(mother). fornia. lived on In lieu of flowers, dona- more, CA in 1972. Floyd had began the “90 Day Wonder” He is suvived by his wife of He served as a Merchant the same tions can be made in Gail's six grandchildren, Natalie, program, to help participants 34 years, Gwen Ozment, a Marine, street. name to Hope Hospice or Leilani, Kyle, Megan, Ash- get ready for the April event. resident of Livermore. He is was a Soon their friendship blos- the American Diabetes As- ley and Elizabeth. Floyd is For this, they partnered with also survived by his sister, Ta- gunite somed into love, with a sociation. also survived by his sister, ValleyCare Health System. mara Graver(Kurt) of Citrus worker, relationship spanning 46 Carolyn Bybee (Jack), and Ted was the coordinator for Heights and two nephews, and fire years. In 1981, Andy and Sydney S. Crosswhite many nieces and nephews. Fitness day for its first 20 Mathew Graver(Jenifer) and fighter. Ewa left Poland, spending 9 Sydney S. Crosswhite, Floyd proudly served 4 years. Derek Graver also of Citrus His months in a refugee camp in 74, of Livermore passed years in the U.S. Navy. He After Valley Care Health Heights, and cousins Tim fire- Austria, before immigrating away from cancer on De- attended Officer Candidate System took over running Larson of Dublin and Anna fighting to Canada. In 1984, Andy cember 2, 2015. School in Newport Rhode Fitness Day, Ted, as treasur- Brewster of San Ramon. work and Ewa welcomed their She was predeceased by Island and was then sta- er, used the remaining funds Michael was cremated brought child, Jessica, into the world. husband Edward L. Cross- tioned at the Port Hueneme to build the Fitness Day and placed in a beautiful urn, him to In 1997, Andy, Ewa and white, who died on June Naval Station in Southern Children’s Art Obelisk in which his wife will keep at Law- Jessica moved to California 11, 2007. She is survived California. He did a tour of LARPD’s Robertson Park. her residence. rence to join Ewa’s family work- by four sisters: Charlene duty in Vietnam assigned to A children’s art contest was Liver- ing at Polybau window re- Twiggs, LeeAnna Gattis a Seabee Mobile Construc- held where all entries were Helen Shirley more National Laboratory placements. In 2012, Andy and husband Frank, Chris tion Battalion and later was required to be about a sports Oct. 1, 1931-Dec. 4, 2015 in 1962 where he worked his and Ewa welcomed Jessica’s Helmick, Terry Warwick the Public Works Officer at activity. Ted and Ayn often Helen Shirley passed way up to fire captain. new husband Aaron to the and husband Ron, as well as the Fallbrook Naval Weap- walked from their home to away peacefully following Roy loved hunting, fish- family. sister-in-law Susan Brown. ons Station near Oceanside, view it. a long struggle with Al- ing, and was an avid reader, Andy loved trials motor- She is also survived by CA. After his discharge Ted served on the Valley- zheimer's disease. She was especially westerns. He cycle riding. Over the course nieces Lisa McBride and from the US Navy, the fam- Care Health System (VCHS) surrounded by her family as enjoyed camping with his of his life rode and restored Holly Brown, and nephews ily moved to Concord, CA Board of Directors from she took her final breaths. family where he won more many vintage trials bikes. Andrew Gattis and Jesse and Floyd went to work at 1984 to 1992. He served Helen was born in South- than one camping challenge Ever light-hearted, Andy’s Brown. the Container Corporation as President of the board ern California. At a very ear- title and told stories that left calm demeanor and good No services will be held, of America facility located from 1987 to 1989. He ly age her family moved to his family wondering how humor were a mainstay of and pursuant to her wishes in the South Bay. He left also served on the Board Berke- much was true. Roy was the family and helped them her cremated remains will Container Corporation in of Directors of the Bank of ley proud of his Cherokee Na- weather tough times and be sprinkled off the coast of late 1970’s and went to work Livermore and the Liver- where tive American heritage. He enjoy good ones. Both Andy West Maui. for the Weyerhaeuser Paper more Amador Symphony she always supported his family and Ewa were proud of Jes- Any donations in honor Company in Emeryville, Association. grew and spending time with his sica for graduating from Cal. of her memory may be made CA. During his long career After Retirement, Ted up. She grandkids and great grand- Andy is survived by his to one's favorite charity or with Weyerhaeuser, he held joined the VCHS Auxiliary gradu- kids brought him much joy. wife, Ewa and daughter Jes- organization. a number of management and volunteered at the Val- ated Roy was very involved with sica as well as an extended and executive positions in- leyCare Health Library. from his son’s wrestling teams family including Martin, Jean Rozsnyai cluding Plant Manager and He also volunteered at the Berke- and took many pictures Edyta, Damian, Greg, Ag- Jean Senkin Rozsnyai, Vice President for the West Livermore Library’s English ley so all the kids could have nes, Michael, Paul and Peter. longtime resident of Liver- Coast. He retired in late as a Second Language Pro- High scrapbooks. He was known more, passed away on De- 1990 after a series of medi- gram. He “adopted” Sergio School by many as “Grandpa.” cember 3, 2015. She was cal challenges. and Javier Grajeda and their and born in Floyd was a loving, families through this pro- then attended the University the Sen- engaged, and fun-loving gram. He respected their of California Davis majoring kin fam- husband and father. He en- hard work and wanted them in Home Economics. It was ily in joyed playing tennis with to succeed. He helped them where she met her husband Detroit, his friends and family; back- with language, citizenship of 64 years, John Shirley. Michi- packing adventures in the and bringing their families They were married April gan on summer; and skiing in the to the USA, he urged Sergio 21, 1951. Following John's March Obituary/ winter. Floyd was a talented to apply to Wheels, buy a graduation in 1952, they 7, 1933. musician. He enjoyed sing- home and encouraged all moved to Ukiah, CA where After ing, as well as, playing the John was a staff veterinarian Memoriam Policies having the children to seek higher guitar, banjo and autoharp. education. in a large and small animal earned He organized the Livermore practice. Their oldest son, a degree When Ayn retired from Obituaries are published in Valley Folk Music Associa- Steven, was born there. In of Mas- the Livermore City Coun- tion which was comprised 1954, Helen, Steve and John The Independent at no charge. ters in Chemistry from the cil, friends and family pur- of many like-minded musi- moved to Livermore to es- University of Detroit, Jean chased the “Puffed Prince," cians who played a variety tablish a veterinary practice There is a small charge for taught at the Cass Techni- a charming statue that is of instruments and liked to that is known as Livermore cal High School in Detroit. located by the children’s photographs in the obituaries. sing folk songs. Floyd was Veterinary Hospital, now lo- Subsequently, Jean taught wing of the Livermore Li- known as the “King” of the cated on Railroad Ave. Four at the Air Force Dependents' brary in her honor. In 2011, Folk Group. For many years, more children, James, Jean, Schools in 1959 in England Ted celebrated their wedding the Livermore Folk Group Barbara and Patricia were Memoriam ads can also and in 1960 in Japan. She anniversary, with a surprise put on a Folk Music Con- also travelled extensively addition of the “Puffed Prin- be placed in cert at the Livermore High in Europe and in Southeast cess," which was placed be- School auditorium to raise Asia. During her overseas side the Prince at the library. The Independent money for the Livermore stays, Jean acquired a num- Ted enjoyed photography schools. when families want ber of friends, many of them and loved taking pictures of In lieu of flowers, please for the rest of her life. children, flowers and parks. send donations to a charity to honor the memories of In 1962, Jean accepted a He was always happy to of your choice. The family position as a chemist at the their loved ones. There is a charge is planning a Celebration Lawrence Livermore Na- of Life gathering in January tional Laboratory. There, in for memoriam 2016. 1964 in the Bio-Medical Di- ads, based on the size of the ad. vision, she met Balazs Rozs- Ted Wieskamp nyai, a laboratory physicist, Livermore whom she married in 1966. Jan. 17, 1935 – Nov. 24, 2015 They had a son, Lawrence, Ted is survived by his Please send an email to in 1968. After a few years, wife, Ayn; his son, Todd; his [email protected] Jean changed her job and daughter-in law, Barbara; his taught math and chemistry in sisters, Jenny and Stella; and to receive more information the schools of Livermore, in- many nieces and nephews. cluding Las Positas College. His brother, Chris, and his She was also active in local sister, Agnes, predeceased politics and was a founding him. PAGE 10 - The Independent, DECEMBER 10, 2015 Planning for Annual Nativity Drive-Through Led by Members of Youth Group

For one quarter of a cen- tury, church members, per- forming live, have presented the Christmas story in six scenes constructed in the Trinity Church parking lot in Livermore. Now or Later: Best This year, for the first time in its 25 year history, two young women from the Time to Buy or Sell church’s youth group have By Cher Wollard accepted the responsibility U.S. retailers famously do about one-third of their an- to supervise the activities. nual business in November and December, according to “It is outstanding to see the National Retail Institute. It’s “the season” for shopping. the young people accepting But while all those folks are at the malls or perusing the difficult task to coor- Downtown’s smaller merchants, fewer of them are thinking dinate the many facets of about buying or selling real estate. the production and while The traditional “season” for real estate is February encouraging the actors for each scene” said past direc- through May. tor Bob Boyd. “The talent But what if you want to buy or sell now? Would you be and energy they bring to the spinning your wheels or beating the crowds? complex task drives us all.” Here are some reasons you should – and shouldn’t – buy The directors not only guide or sell now: the actor participants but Wait to sell until 2016 coordinate the scene con- • Fewer buyers are actively looking to buy now. Folks struction, food provision, are focused on the holidays. They’ll think about a new house child care for participants, Jamie Augustyn and Sara Parlagreco, this year’s directors for the Drive-Through Nativity production at Trinity Church, Livermore, check the 400 plus costumes needed after the New Year. and traffic control functions. • It’s inconvenient to have your home on the market over Visitors drive past the six for the annual drama presentation of the story of Christ’s birth. scenes dotting the church the holidays. There’s so much to do – put up decorations, campus viewing live ac- time in the “drive-through” tradition for a large number Nativity story will be pre- shop for gifts, attend parties, plan a stop at Deacon Dave’s tors, and animals portray format to over 2000 visi- in the tri-valley community; sented four nights, Decem- -- and soon the kids will be out of school. the characters in each scene tors each year. Members of some who were teenagers ber 17th through the 20th at • Decorating is tricky when your home is on the market. while listening to the story Trinity will fill the over 800 or younger the first time Trinity Church, 557 Olivina How much is too much? What if prospective buyers are dialog on their car radios. acting and support positions through are now bringing Avenue, Livermore, 7 to 9 put off by your Christmas or Kwanzaa decorations, your For the past 24 years the necessary to accomplish the their children to see the story pm each evening. Hanukkah menorah, your Diwali lights? church has told the story of production. The presenta- enactment. The presentation is free • And if you do find a buyer, what then? With banks, title Jesus’ birth at Christmas tion has become a Christmas The Live Drive-Through and everyone is invited. companies and even the county closed for various holidays, there may be delays in closing the transaction. • How will we find time to pack up the house and move? Livermore Police Department Offers Vacation Watch Program Sell now while there’s less competition Livermore Police Department Vacation Watch program is the property and contact information, and then provide in- • There are fewer homes on the market this time of year. ready to help keep community members' homes safe while formation on anyone or anything that staff may encounter Most people who are thinking about selling will elect to wait. they are away during the holidays. when they go to check the property. Some current sellers even take their property off the market As the holidays approach and community members As time and staffing permits, the department’s staff of over the holidays. That means yours will get more attention. take vacations, or visit friends and family out of town, the dedicated volunteers will go to the home and check the front As of Monday, there were only 59 resale single-family Livermore Police Department wants to remind everyone exterior to make sure all appears normal. of its “Vacation Watch” program designed to help keep If at any point one of the volunteers finds anything out of homes on the market in Livermore. That’s fewer than half homes secure while residents are away. The program works the ordinary or suspicious, the police dispatch center will be the inventory of earlier this year and about a third of what’s as follows: notified. A call for service will then be created, and officers needed for a “balanced” market. If out of town at least 7 days, but no more than 30 days, will be sent to check the home. • It’s true there are fewer active buyers this time of year, proceed to the City of Livermore’s Website at http://www. The Vacation Watch program will be staffed solely by but they tend to be serious, committed buyers. cityoflivermore.net department trained volunteers. The volunteers will not Some of them have been looking all year. Some may Scroll down to the lower left-hand side and click on the check side or back yards, and they will not collect mail or have been outbid on other offers and want to make sure they picture of the police car in the box. newspapers. Participation in the program means accepting don’t miss out again. Others have to move now because of Look for the link on this page that is to file a non-emer- that the Livermore Police Department and the City do not jobs or family situations. There are not a lot of “looky-lous” gency report. Once there, select the option for “Vacation assume any liability for a residence during specified dates. in December. Watch”. For further information about the Vacation Watch Users will be taken to a secure website and asked to program, contact our Crime Prevention Specialist Nicole • Interest rates are expected to rise next year, which agree to a few disclosures. Next, answer questions about Aguon by calling (925) 371-4978 or emailing NAguon@ could affect the number of buyers qualified to purchase cityoflivermore.net your property. • Tasteful holiday decorations won’t put buyers off. In fact, they make your charming home even more beautiful. The key, of course, is “tasteful.” If you’re not sure, ask your Realtor. He or she may even connect you with a stager. • It’s cold outside. So your warm, inviting home – maybe 1-3pm at the Rincon Branch topic of the Sat., Dec. 12 Liver- Gene Morgan Insurance is Holiday Crafts with a fire in the fireplace or candles to brighten a gloomy The Livermore Public Li- Library; 725 Rincon Ave. more Area Recreation and Park open Monday through Friday brary will host several fun craft For further information, District ranger staff program. from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, and day – will feel instantly homey. programs for children this fall. call 925-373-5504, or visit the Meet Ranger Glen Florey at 6 closed daily from 12:00 pm – • Everybody has a lot going on. Nobody wants to waste These free events are for ages library’s website www.livermo- p.m. at Sycamore Grove Park, 1:00 pm for lunch. They will time over the holidays. So negotiations may go more 3 and up. relibrary.net. 1051 Wetmore Road. be accepting donations during smoothly. You may find there are fewer sticking points, and Holiday Ornaments – Satur- A Sing-A-Long Campfire regular business hours. Park- day 12/12/15, 1-3pm at the Civic will be held on Sun., De.c 13. ing is located on site behind that both sides are a little more inclined to work through Center Library, 1188 S. Liver- Nature Programs Meet Ranger Dawn Soles at 4 the building and on the right issues. more Ave; and Friday 12/18/15, Cold Winter Skies will be the p.m. at the reservable picnic area side. The drive will end on • Your Realtor probably has fewer listings now, so will in Sycamore Gove Park. 12/18/2015. have more time and resources for marketing your home. Feel free to bring a hot dog If there are questions regard- and fixins’ to roast over the fire. ing the coat drive, or would like Wait Until Spring to Buy S’mores fixins’ and hot choco- to make arrangements to drop • There will be more homes to choose from. Right now, Celebrate with Us at late will be provided. A $3 per something off after-hours, con- of the 59 resale houses on the market in Livermore, six are person donation is requested. tact Michelle Morgan at (925) country properties and more than half are priced over $1 mil- Our Savior Lutheran Church There are no seats in the camp- 447-2565 ext. 218 or michelle@ fire area, so bring a blanket or genemorganinsurance.com. lion. Depending on what you’re looking for, you may only chair. Canceled if raining. Space find a handful of homes in your price range to choose from. Candlelight is limited in the campfire area, Conference for Teens • The same issues about finding time during the holidays so please call 925-960-2400 for that apply to sellers also apply to buyers. Plus you’ll have Christmas Eve Middle- and high-school reservations. students from across the region to go through the loan process. Services There is a $5 per vehicle are invited to attend the third parking fee at either entrance Buy Now While There’s Less Competition Dec. 24, 7pm & 10pm annual Youth for the Environ- • Anyone who has experienced, or even read about, the to Sycamore Grove Park. a $3 ment and Sustainability, or donation is requested to help YES, Conference on Saturday, frantic bidding wars in Bay Area real estate over the past support the programs unless January 30, 2016, in Berkeley. two years knows there is an advantage to buying when no Christmas Day other fees are specified. Partici- The free conference will feature pants may call 925-960-2400 for one else is. Some markets are still seeing multiple offers, Service youth speakers who will share but it tends to be two or three buyers bidding for a property, more information. their environmental sustain- 10:00am ability work and stories. The rather than a half-dozen or more. • Prices have leveled off – for now. No one knows what (Festival Communion Coat Collection registration deadline for youth Livermore – Local insur- presenters is Tuesday, Decem- will happen in 2016, but the economists at the California Service) ance agency, Gene Morgan ber 15, 2015. Association of Realtors are predicting home prices will Insurance, is gearing up for the Sponsored by the Bay Area increase 6.3 percent next year. That’s a significantly slower Holiday season by hosting a Air Quality Management Dis- coat drive for families in need trict and the Metropolitan increase than we have experienced the last few years, but in the Tri-Valley. The agency Transportation Commission, it still means that a home that sold for $700,000 this year is collecting new and gently the event is designed to encour- would sell for $744,100 next year. used coats at their Livermore age students from the nine Bay • Interest rates will almost surely increase. Given the 1385 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore, CA office located on 2020 4th Street. Area counties to share ideas on Coats for school-aged children youth-led actions that improve positive economic news for October, the Federal Reserve is are most in need. air quality, sustainability and en- expected to raise interest rates this month. While that doesn’t vironmental health in the region translate directly to higher mortgage costs, the long-term and, in doing so, learn how to effect is that mortgage interest rates will go up. develop their own leadership. That will impact how large a loan you qualify for. If you This year, the YES Confer- ence is partnering with the Super qualify for less and prices are higher, you may find that by Bowl 50 Sustainability Host waiting, you’ll have to purchase a smaller home or one in Committee to bring an interac- a less desirable neighborhood. tive conference where students • It would be lovely to start the New Year in your new can have fun and win prizes, but also challenge themselves home. and the region to take action for change. Registration for the YES Mortgage ‘add-on fee’ defeated Conference is free and open to A Congressional bid to add a fee to most new mortgages students, parents, teachers and has been defeated. youth leaders in the nine-county The Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform San Francisco Bay Area. Break- fast and lunch will be provided. Act of 2015, which President Obama signed into law last Students under 18 years of age week, does not contain this proposed “add-on fee,” which must have their parents' written would have been used to fund upgrades in transportation permission to attend. infrastructure. For complete conference information and to register, While the Senate version of the long-term transportation visit sparetheairyouth.org/2016- bill included this “mortgage tax,” the final version does not. yes-conference or youtu.be/ The California Association of Realtors vigorously woRolBb11p4. The first 200 fought the proposal, with an estimated 31,000 state Real- students to register will be tors contacting their Senators and representatives to express entered into a drawing to win a pair of tickets to the NFL opposition. Experience in Downtown San The fee would have cost average California home buy- Francisco. Free shuttles will be ers and homeowners more than $8,100 over the life of their provided from the downtown mortgage on a new home purchase or refinance. Berkeley BART station and from other designated locations If you are interested in buying or selling property now in the region not accessible to or in 2016, contact your local Realtor today. BART. Students are asked to Cher Wollard is a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway RSVP for the shuttle service HomeServices Drysdale Properties in Livermore. by January 8, 2016, to Yvonna Cazares at ycazares@baaqmd. gov or 415.749.8432.

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by the court. 9.You may examine the file The full name of Registrant: registered by the following ANNOUNCEMENTS REAL ESTATE LEGAL NOTICES kept by the court. If you are Son Cao Pham, 3192 Cad- owner(s): EMPLOYMENT Inland Valley FOR INFORMATION 5. ( X ) The petition requests a person interested in the man Rd, Fremont, CA 94538 (1)Jonathan M. Olson (2) BE WARY of out of area 155) NOTICES Christopher L. Olson, 102 Publishing Co. ON PLACING LEGAL authority to administer the estate, you may file with the Signature of Registrant: companies. Check with the “NOTICE TO READERS: Client Code:04126-00001 NOTICES IN estate under the Independent court a Request for Special /s/: Son Cao Pham Madelia Pl, San Ramon, local Better Business Bureau California law requires that Re: Legal Notice for Administration of Estates Act. Notice (Form DE-154) of This statement was filed with CA 94583 before you send money or contractors taking jobs that Classified Ads THE INDEPENDENT, This business is conducted Call 925-243-8000 (This authority will allow the the filing of an inventory and the County Clerk of Alameda fees. Read and understand total $500 or more (labor and/ The Federal Fair Housing appraisal of estate assets or on November 18, 2015. Ex- by Co-partners any contracts before you or materials) be licensed by Act, Title VII of the Civil personal representative to The registrant has not yet FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of any petition or account as pires November 18, 2020. sign. Shop around for rates. the Contractors State License Rights Act of 1964, and state take many actions without begun to transact business NAME STATEMENT provided in Probate Code The Independent Legal No. Board. State law also requires law prohibit advertisements FILE NO. 511361 obtaining court approval. using the fictitious business MERCHANDISE that contractors include their for housing and employment Before taking certain very section 1250. A Request for 3879. Published December The following person(s) doing name listed above. 118) FREE SECTION license numbers on all adver- that contain any preference, business as: Studio Dance important actions, however, Special Notice form is avail- 3, 10, 17, 24, 2015. Signature of Registrants tising. Check your contractor’s limitation or discrimination Art Fit Livermore, 151 E. the personal representative able from the court clerk. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS :s/: Jonathan M. Olson, Gen- FREE WOOD status at www.cslb.ca.gov or based on protected classes, Airway Blvd, Livermore, CA will be required to give notice NAME STATEMENT eral Partner Pine & Oak (800)321-CSLB (2752). Un- including race, color, religion, 94551, is hereby registered to interested persons unless 10. (X) Attorney for Peti- This statement was filed with You cut it & haul it licensed persons taking jobs sex, handicap, familial status FILE NO. 511820 less than $500 must state in by the following owner(s): they have waived noticeor tioner: the County Clerk of Alameda Mines Road or national origin. IVPC does The following person(s) doing their advertisements that they not knowingly accept any (1)Victoria Christine Carroll, consented to the proposed JAMES T. FREEMAN business as: Hop DeVine, on November 23, 2015. Ex- (408)897-3156 pires November 23, 2020. are not licensed by the Con- advertisements that are in 60 Meritage Common Unit action.) The independent ad- FREEMAN GUZMAN, LLP 1702 N. Vasco Rd, Liver- The Independent Legal No. tractors State License Board.” violation of the law. 200, Livermore, CA 94551 (2) ministration authority will be 455 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, more, CA 94551, is hereby Jacqueline Razon Pascual, granted unless an interested Suite 330 registered by the following 3882. Published December 60 Meritage Common Unit person files an objection to SACRAMENTO, CA 95825 owner(s): 10, 17, 24, 31, 2015. 100, Livermore, CA 94551 the petition and shows good (916) 448-0448 Rustin A. Skinner Inc, 1452 ANIMALS This business is conducted cause why the court should N. Vasco Rd #162, Liver- by a General partnership not grant the authority. The Independent Legal No. more, CA 94551 2) CATS/ DOGS The registrant began to 3877. This business is conducted ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for transact business using the 6.A hearing on the petition Published November 26, by a Corporation fictitious business name(s) adoption information contact will be held in this court as December 3, 10, 2015. The registrant has not yet Valley Humane Society at listed above on September follows: begun to transact business (925)426-8656. 28, 2015. Date: January 11, 2016 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS using the fictitious business Signature of Registrants TIME: 9:30 AM DEPT: 201 NAME STATEMENT name listed above. Adopt a new best friend: :s/: Victoria Christine Carroll, at: FILE NO. 511904 Signature of Registrants TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal General Partner SUPERIOR COURT OF The following person(s) doing :s/: Rustin Skinner, CEO Rescue, offers animals for This statement was filed with CALIFORNIA business as: Top Knot Bake This statement was filed with adoption every Saturday the County Clerk of Alam- County of Alameda Shoppe, 6927 Bear Creek the County Clerk of Alameda and Sunday, excluding most eda on November 4, 2015. 2120 Martin Luther King, Dr, Livermore, CA 94551, on November 19, 2015. Ex- holidays. On Saturdays from Expires November 4, 2020. Jr. Way is hereby registered by the pires November 19, 2020. 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are The Independent Legal No. Berkeley, CA 94704 following owner(s): The Independent Legal No. available at the Pleasanton JUST LISTED! 3876. Published November Berkeley Courthouse (1)Kelly Ann Isselhardt (2) 3880. Published December Farmers Market at W. An- Former Model! 3001 Rivers Bend Circle 26, December 3, 10, 17, Brett Hallen Isselhardt, 6927 10, 17, 24, 31, 2015. gela and First Streets. Two 2015. 7.If you object to the Bear Creek Dr, Livermore, locations will showcase cats Highly upgraded and desirable 1 Story South granting of the petition, CA 94551 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS only: Petsmart in Dublin from Livermore Home on 7,394 sq.ft. lot near top-rated NOTICE OF PETITION TO NAME STATEMENT A D M I N I S T E R E S T A T E O F : you should appear at the This business is conducted 12:00 to 4:00 and the Pet schools! Beautiful 2,177 sq.ft., 3 BD, 2.5 BA, plus by Married Couple FILE NO. 511746 FRANCES D’AMICO hearing and state your Extreme in Livermore from The registrant has not yet The following person(s) doing 12:00 to 4:00. On Sundays, dining room! Fabulous hardscaping & landscaping Case No. RP15784579 objections or file written objections with the court begun to transact business business as: Descending cats are available at Petsmart include flagstone walkway, porch & patio, stone gas before the hearing. Your ap- using the fictitious business Dove Creations, 737 Hayes in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, fireplace, sitting walls and delightful pond. 1.To all heirs, pearance may be in person name listed above. Court, Livermore, CA 94550, and Pet Extreme in Livermore beneficiaries, creditors, or by your attorney. Signature of Registrants is hereby registered by the from 12:00 to 4:00. For more Available at $929,950 contingent creditors, and :s/: Kelly Ann Isselhardt following owner(s): information, call Terry at Marjie Kosic Open Sunday 12/13/15, at 1-4pm persons who may otherwise 8.If you are a creditor or This statement was filed with Susan J. Donetti, 737 Hayes (925)487-7279 or visit our MBA, REALTOR be interested in the will or a contingent creditor of the County Clerk of Alameda Court, Livermore, CA 94550 website at www.tvar.org estate, or both, of: the decedent, you must file on November 23, 2015. Ex- This business is conducted (925) 980-4733 JUST SOLD! FRANCES D’AMICO your claim with the court and pires November 23, 2020. by an Individual FERAL CAT FOUNDATION MarjieKosic.com 2997 Rivers The Independent Legal No. Cat & kitten adoptions now mail a copy to the personal The registrant began to trans- CalBRE#01355424 Bend Circle, 2.A Petition for Probate representative appointed 3878. Published November act business using the ficti- at the new Livermore Petco South Livermore LUCY by the court within the later 26, December 3, 10, 17, tious business name(s) listed on Saturdays from 10:00AM has been filed by: Lovely Arroyo ZAHRAN in the Superior of either (1) four months 2015. above on November 1, 2015. to 2:30PM. We have many from the date of first issu- Court of California, County STATEMENT OF Signature of Registrants adorable, tame kittens that Crossing Classic of ALAMEDA. ance of letters to a general :s/: Susan J. Donetti have been tested for FIV & Home with energy efficient upgrades and native personal representative, as ABANDONMENT This statement was filed with defined in section 58(b) of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FELV, altered & vaccinated. gardening landscaping. Sold for $886,000 3.The Petition for Probate re- the County Clerk of Alameda the California Probate Code, NAME on November 17, 2015. Ex- We also have adult cats & quests that: LUCY ZAHRAN or (2) 60 days from the date FILE NO. 485647 pires November 17, 2020. ranch cats for adoption. be appointed as personal [email protected] of mailing or personal deliv- The following person(s) has The Independent Legal No. representative to administer ery to you of a notice under (have) abandoned the use 3881. Published December the estate of the decedent. section 9052 of the California of the Fictitious Business 10, 17, 24, 31, 2015 Probate Code. Other Cali- Name: A1 Smog Test Only 4. ( X ) The petition requests fornia statutes and legal Center, 3573 First St Unit C, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the decedent’s will and codi- authority may affect your Livermore, CA 94551. NAME STATEMENT cils, if any, be admitted to rights as a creditor. You The Fictitious Business FILE NO. 511893 probate. The will and any may want to consult with Name Statement being aban- The following person(s) doing codicils are available for an attorney knowledgeable doned was filed on 12/3/2013 business as: Olson Enterpris- examination in the file kept in California law. in the County of Alameda. es, 7000 Village Parkway #5, Dublin, CA 94568, is hereby

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By Ron McNicoll this year at 94, was one of playing with Clark Terry parents in Livermore, and Matt Finders has returned of the big stars in jazz. He was bass player Branford made the connection. to his Livermore roots, from went beyond performing, by Marsalis, of the noted Loui- Finders has staged a few a music career that saw him mentoring many musicians, siana family of musicians, concerts of youth music in playing in New York and including such legends as whose most famous member his two years' residence in Los Angeles with some of Miles Davis and Quincy is trumpet player Winton Livermore. He is looking the greatest jazz musicians Jones. Like Finders, Terry Marsalis. forward to one with a total in America. also taught classes. Branford Marsalis want- of 60 musicians playing at Finders, (pronounced After his stint with Terry, ed Finders to try out for the the Bothwell Arts Center, with a short "i" as in "give,") Finders finished college, and Tonight Show band, but 8th and H Streets in Liver- grew up in Livermore. He wound up in New York with didn't have a phone number more at 7 p.m. Dec. 11. The started studying trombone substitute work in bands at to reach him. He was able concert is free and open to when he was a student at the Broadway shows. He played to get in touch with Finders' the public. former 5th Street School. for such shows as "42nd Asked why he chose trom- Street," "Cats," "Anything bone, Finders quoted his Goes," and "Grand Hotel." father, who said, "We already Finders played in many have one of those." It was a major jazz bands over the hand-me-down instrument years. Among them were from Matt's older brother, Benny Goodman, Buck who also played in Liver- Clayton, Natalie Cole, Harry more schools. Connick, Jr., Marian and By the 1970s, Finders Jimmy McPartland. He was played in the Livermore also part of reconstituted High School jazz band, in an bands, or "ghost bands," era when high schools were which were brought back af- starting jazz bands. How- ter their leaders died. Those ever, there were none in mid- include the Count Basie and dle schools. The Livermore MATT FINDERS Woody Herman bands. High jazz band ended, but who wanted to have their music transcriptions at Finders' longest band Finders is reviving it three kids perform in a distric- school district headquarters. tenure, from 1992 to 2009, periods a week, and finding twide band. Element 116 If you call there and are put involved playing in the band an enthusiastic group to take was the scientific discovery on hold, you will hear at on the Tonight Show with part. 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APR.COM @alainpinelrealtors Pleasanton/Livermore Valley 925.251.1111 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 THE INDEPENDENT • SECTION A

Roy Rogers and The Delta Rhythm Kings Highlight New Year's Gala

Modern master of the slide guitar Roy Rogers and his band The Delta Rhythm Kings with special guest Carlos Reyes will perform at the annual Livermore Valley Performing Art Center (LVPAC) New Year’s Eve Celebra- tion at the Bankhead Theater. The performance will begin at 8:00 p.m. on December 31, 2015. It will include a complimentary champagne and dessert reception in the Bankhead Theater lobby immediately following the performance. This is the seventh year that LVPAC has offered a combination of entertainment with a post-show reception has on New Year’s Eve. Tickets, which are $59 each and include

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Roy Rogers slide guitarist. Photo - Bob Hakins 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 'A New Orleans Christmas' Features Jeff Bordes and Friends

Jeff Bordes & Friends be dancing like it’s Mardi days 10:00am-4:00pm, highlights include live per- Gillespie. Online. And if that’s not returns to the Firehouse Gras in December!” and two hours prior to the formances and recording In addition to his per- enough, Bordes composes Arts Center in Pleasanton Reserved seating tickets performance. projects with such greats formance work, Jeff is pas- scores for film and com- for the big annual Holi- are $15, $20, $25. Advance Bay Area jazz trumpeter as Branford Marsalis, Alex sionate about spreading the mercials, including contrib- day Concert on Saturday, purchase at www.firehouse- and Pleasanton native Jeff Acuna, Richie Cole, Tom word of Jazz as a featured uting to the soundtrack of December 19, at 8 p.m. arts.org, by calling the Box Bordes needs no introduc- Petty, Stevie Nicks, Sheryl clinician in schools and the award-winning docu- This year’s theme, "A Office at 925-931-4848, or tion to jazz fans. A 1997 Crow, and recently John music festivals through- mentary “De Colores.” New Orleans Christmas," in person from the Fire- graduate of the famed jazz Mellencamp. He has done out the world, as well as The show is back by will again feature a host house Box Office, 4444 incubator Berklee College performance tours of the teaching privately. He also popular demand, showcas- of special guest artists, Railroad Avenue in Pleas- of Music in Boston, Bordes US and internationally writes articles on jazz for ing holiday favorites with including Bay Area organ- anton. Box Office hours are has been playing since a with a number of groups, numerous music publica- “a taste of New Orleans ist and vocalist Don Lewis. Wednesday - Friday 12:00 very young age, and chang- including Bill Berry Big tions, including All About and the soul of the Blues.” Bordes notes, “We’ll all noon-6:00pm and Satur- ing the face of jazz. Career Band and the great Dizzy Jazz and Trumpet Player

O'Neill Foundation Schedules 'The Play That Changed American Drama'

When playwright Eu- are $25. Seating at the partnership with the Na- gene O’Neill premiered his Museum is limited. tional Park Service at the first successful full length After its successful Eugene O’Neill National play in 1920, it made an debut on Broadway in Historic Site in Danville. impact that has influenced 1920, Beyond the Horizon It is here that O’Neill and the direction of American went on to be awarded the his wife, Carlotta, lived drama ever since. Pulitzer Prize for Drama, from 1937-1944, and where Beyond the Horizon will the first of four Pulitzers the playwright penned his be presented in a staged that O’Neill would receive final and most memorable reading as part of the in his career. plays, including A Long Eugene O’Neill Founda- In this play of missed Days Journey into Night, tion’s Playwrights’ Theatre opportunities and failed and The Iceman Cometh, series on Saturday, January dreams, two brothers , Rob- among others. 9 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, ert and Andrew , make life- “The coming year is an January 10 at 2:00 p.m. at choices that alter their lives important one for Eugene the Museum of the San Ra- forever. Robert Mayo is O’Neill and for the Eugene mon Valley, 205 Railroad beckoned by a life on the O’Neill Foundation,” said Avenue, in Danville. sea, and his brother, An- Foundation Co-President “O’Neill’s plays drew, wants nothing more Trudy McMahon. “In signaled the way audi- than to work on his family 2016 we celebrate two ences looked at Ameri- farm. Both choose to deny centennials: the 100th can drama,” stated Eric their destinies – decisions anniversary of the National Fraisher Hayes, Artistic that alter their lives forever. Park Service, as well as Program Director for the The production will be the 100th anniversary of Foundation. “This play directed by Eric Fraisher the first production of an greatly changed drama on Hayes. O’Neill play, Bound East the America stage from “O’Neill gave an for Cardiff, in Provinc- non-realistic melodrama American voice to the etown, Massachusetts in with exaggerated physical role that dreams play in 1916.” movement and speech to our lives and the tragic “The production of a drama that showed life consequences of being true Beyond the Horizon is the more realistically and natu- to those dreams,” explained beginning of a number of rally,” says Hayes. Hayes. “Beyond the Hori- ‘firsts’," added Eric Fraish- Reservations for Beyond zon shows that dreams are er Hayes. “The Foundation the Horizon are available necessary to sustain life.” has other important O’Neill Jeff Bordes online at www.eugeneo- The Eugene O’Neill ‘firsts’ planned throughout neill.org, or by phone at Foundation operates in the year.” (925) 820-1818. Tickets THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 3 NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA (continued from front page) both the show and reception, are available now through and Ramblin’ Jack Elliott. Rogers has been invited to ap- in honor of St. Valentine’s Day. The month begins with the Bankhead ticket office. pear at festivals around the world and his music has been Moscow Festival Ballet’s magnificent production of “Ro- Called “one of the rare guitar heroes who values feel- featured in numerous film and television soundtracks. meo and Juliet” on February 1st, followed by Livermore ing over flash” by Rolling Stone magazine, Roy Rogers Born in Paraguay, Carlos Reyes had been performing Amador Symphony’s musical program of “Color and has entertained audiences worldwide with his eclectic mix on the violin since the age of five, when his father dared Romance” on February 20th, and the return of Chicago of modern blues, traditional Americana and roots music. the 10-year old boy to learn the complicated 36-string powerhouse comedy in “Hooking Up with The Second He will be joined by world-renowned harpist/violinist native Paraguayan harp. After relocating to California, City,” a fresh and funny mix of romance, rancor and ev- Carlos Reyes, whose musical talents blend smoothly into Reyes became known as a Bay Area treasure, making his erything in between at the end of the month. a variety of musical styles and genres. debut with the Oakland Symphony on the harp at the age The Bankhead Theater is located at 2400 First Street A California native, Rogers grew up in the San of 14 and playing violin with the Oakland Youth Sym- in downtown Livermore. Tickets to all performances can Francisco Bay Area and started playing guitar at age 12. phony throughout his teens. He quickly mastered many be purchased at the box office, online at www.bankhead- Although introduced to a wealth of musical styles, he other instruments including guitar, bass, mandolin and theater.org, by calling 373-6800 or via the new LVPAC developed a particular passion for the Delta Blues of Rob- keyboards, and became known locally with his jazz-rock mobile app. ert Johnson. In the 1980s, Rogers toured with John Lee group, Merlin. Reyes maintains a busy touring schedule Hooker’s Coast to Coast Blues Band, as well as launched worldwide and has released several albums including his his own band, the Delta Rhythm Kings. Rogers continu- first, “The Beauty of It All,” which stayed on the Top 10 ally stretches the boundaries of the slide guitar, finding his Contemporary Jazz charts for over 15 weeks. own distinctive bridge between the traditional sounds of Throughout the year, the Bankhead observes holidays the Mississippi Delta and modern day rock and roll. With such as Halloween, when eerie shows were offered during eight solo recordings and numerous collaborative albums, October including L.A. Theater Works’ “Dracula” and he has been nominated for two Grammy Awards and holds “Jekyll and Hyde” by Tri-Valley Repertory Theater. In six Grammy credits for his work with John Lee Hooker February, the theater will be filled with love and passion

SOLD OUT! Winter Pops Pink Martini AVHS MUSICIANS of TIMELESS MUSIC WITH WIND ENSEMBLES & INTERNATIONAL SWING CONCERT BANDS Mon DEC 7 7:30pm Tue DEC 8 7pm

eltic Ch r i s tm as concert g at h e r i n g Livermore-Amador Symphony c (LAS) performed a special concert of "Peter and the Wolf," on December 5 at the Bankhead The Nutcracker Theater. Livermore Mayor John Celtic Christmas VALLEY DANCE THEATRE Marchand (bottom photo) narrated AT THE BOTHWELL Prokofiev’s musical story. A DEC 12 — DEC 20 Sun DEC 13 6pm different instrument represents each character in Prokofiev’s story about a bright young boy who outwits a big gray wolf with the help of his animal friends. The concert also featured a special guest, the Cantabella Children’s Chorus, and concluded with an Instrument Petting Zoo (upper left photo). The performance NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY was underwritten by a $5,000 Roy Rogers and Muriel Anderson donation from Shea Homes, with the Delta Rhythm AWARD WINNING HARP support from the Livermore Valley Kings GUITARIST Performing Arts Center (LVPAC). WITH SPECIAL GUEST Fri JAN 8 8pm In the photo (upper right) LVPAC CARLOS REYES Executive Director Scott Kenison, Thu DEC 31 8pm LAS conductor Lara Webber and Mayor Marchand share a light 925.373.6800 LVPAC.org moment. 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015

Participants learn about public art in Pleasanton. Final Art Walk of the Year Set Pleasanton’s 2nd Saturday Public Art Walk Series concludes its 4th year with the Southern Tour. Bob Williams (lower left) conducts the Pleasanton Community Concert Band. During this Saturday’s Pleasanton Public Art Walk, December 12, the secrets of Centennial Park with its interesting design and much “hidden” symbolism will be Concert Band Marks 40 Years of Making Music revealed. There will also be a presentation of the newest The Pleasanton Community Concert Band presented its Pleasanton public art sculpture “On the Count of Three," 40th anniversary Holiday Concert on December 6 at the by artist, Jane DeDecker. Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton to a full house. The 2-hour walk and talk begins at 9:00am from the The Band was created by the Pleasanton Bicentennial Pleasanton Civic Center parking lot at 200 Old Bernal Festival Committee in 1975 to perform in the new bandstand Ave. This art walk includes the Pleasanton Library, Senior in Lions Wayside Park that the committee raised funds for. Center with Centennial Park, Civic Park, and the southern The Lions Club helped the group to construct it. The city portion of Downtown Pleasanton. manager in 1975, Bill Herlily, asked the Committee chair, Nancy and Gary Harrington, of the Harrington Art Charlotte Severin, "If there was to a bandstand, what about Partnership, will lead this walk, showing the existing a band?" public art and giving information about the artists and Severin collaborated with Amador Valley High School anecdotes regarding their works, the Harrington Art Part- Adult Ed Director Mike Connolly and the band was created. nership, and how to participate in bringing more public Forty years later it is featured at almost all celebrations in the art sooner to Pleasanton. Valley, including the 4th of July, Veterans Day, Christmas, Walkers will receive a map of the Pleasanton Art Walk, and Memorial Day. with location of the art, its name, and the artist. A Series of 2 Pleasanton 2nd Saturday Public Art Walks will be given March and April 2016. Look in this paper for further information. Free private group walks are also available, call Nancy or Gary at 925-846-9757 for more information. November Teen Poet of the Month Selected Community Invited to Posada The Teen Poet of the Month for November is Harry Yee. While the animals run away to bark Harry Yee is a senior at Livermore High. His passions You stand tall in to the unknown The Pleasanton/Tulancingo Sister City Association is are playing water polo and swimming. How can this death be or thrown? sponsoring a traditional Christmas celebration “Posada." In his free time, Harry likes to write screenplays for his You take a step or over the edge The Posada is celebrated in Mexico and other Latin many short films and movies for video production. He also Never mind the reason to pledge America countries through music and carols. Everyone dabbles a bit in poetry. Take chaos and tempest to light participates. The community is invited to share this The Theme for November was "Risk taking" Do not question your right or night cultural holiday tradition celebrated in our Sister City of Tulancingo. To Risk or to The contest is hosted by Livermore Poet Laurate Kevin Festivities are Sunday, December 20th, 2015 from 7 Do not hesitate in to that good night Gunn. The theme for December is “Generosity.” to 8 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Building, 301 Main Find peace and tranquility or fight Poems should be 30 lines or less, Deadline to submit a Street, Pleasanton. Dessert and refreshments will follow No one is around to hear or feel work is Dec. 31. Send poems to Livermorepoetry@gmail. the program of music and carols. There is no admission Or even have the thought to beguile com. Reference : December Teen Poetry in the subject line charge. You have no choice in to allay & include poem in the body of the e mail This is a fun family event with participation by local Only to strive into the tunnel or array The poem should have a title. Include name, grade, school students and the Pleasanton community. For more A scene builds either black or dark school and areas of interest. information, contact Sylvia or Jorge Victoria at jvicto- [email protected] or 462-6723. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 5

4-H Club Project Helped Sort Canned Goods

(left) Adam Heinke , Eric Heinke (left) Alex Flegel, Eric Heinke, Adam Heinke

Del Arroyo 4-H member Del Arroyo 4-H members Eric Heinke 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015

Livermore Library to Show 'Spaceballs' At the Civic Center Site

There will be a free screening of the Mel Brooks who turns Lone Starr on to a mysterious power known classic Spaceballs (rated PG, 96 min) on Saturday, as The Schwartz. Catching up with Helmet just as he's December 19, 2015, 1:30pm, at the Livermore Pub- transforming his spaceship into a giant vacuum cleaner in lic Library Civic Center, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue. orbit around Druidia, the reluctant heroes stage a dramatic There is no charge for this event. showdown. A space bum helps rescue a princess from an evil Although it borrows most of its plot from the Star overlord with the help of a benevolent elder in this Star Wars series, Spaceballs also pokes fun at Star Trek, Snow Wars send-up written and directed by Mel Brooks. Lone White, and Planet of the Apes -- as well as the entire vid- Starr (Bill Pullman) and his half-man, half-dog co-pilot, eocassette and movie marketing industries. The large sup- Barf the Mawg (John Candy), are content to scour porting cast includes Dick Van Patten, Jim J. Bullock, and the galaxy living the easy life. They reluctantly come the voice of Dom DeLuise. John Hurt makes a cameo in a to the rescue when Druish Princess Vespa (Daphne parody of the exploding chest scene he played in Alien. Zuniga) is threatened by the evil Lord Dark Helmet Viewer discretion advised - Spaceballs is rated PG (Rick Moranis), who wants to steal all of the air from and contains some off-color humor, strong language and her planet, Druidia. Trapped on a harsh desert world sexual innuendo. with Vespa and her robot chaperone, Dot Matrix (voice This free screening is sponsored by the Friends of the of Joan Rivers), Lone Starr and Barf are helpless to Livermore Library. It will be held at the Civic Center Li- prevent Helmet from kidnapping the girl. But assis- brary Storytime Room at 1:30pm. For additional events, tance arrives in the form of Yogurt (Brooks), a wizard check the library’s website at www.livermorelibrary.net.

Writers Workshop 'A La Carte' 'A Cash Country Christmas' Scheduled in December Playing to Sold Out Audience at the Firehouse Arts Center California Writers Club Tri-Valley Branch will hold a “Workshop A La Carte” in which attendees will be able James Garner and his long-time backing band The to join in on three out of five table-top discussions. The Tennessee Three return to Pleasanton’s Firehouse Arts event will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2015 at Center for their holiday tribute to the musical legacy of 2:00 p.m. at Four Points by Sheraton, 5115 Hopyard Rd. Johnny Cash. “A Cash Country Christmas” plays the Pleasanton. Firehouse Theater on Sunday, December 20, at 2:00 p.m. Attendees will take away ideas and concrete examples As with each of their previous Firehouse engagements, of ways to improve their writing. Handouts of key points this show has sold out. from the discussions the attendee participated in will Garner again recreate Johnny Cash’s unique and be available. All attendees will receive the TVW Style memorable sound and style in a show of beloved signa- Guide, a general style guide that TVW recommends for ture classics like Ring of Fire, I Walk the Line and A Boy most publications. Named Sue, as well as seasonal favorites from Cash’s December is also Tri-Valley Writers’ book swap numerous Christmas albums from 1963 through 1991. month. Bring a book, swap for another book. Bringing Steven Shore of Esses Productions notes. "James Gar- more than one book is permitted. ner is not a Johnny Cash impersonator. He is very much The CWC Tri-Valley Branch invites writers of all his own performer with his own talent and his own pres- genres and experience levels to learn about their craft ence. Garner also happens to be a huge Johnny Cash fan, at its monthly meetings. The meeting will be Saturday, and his tribute show is a classy and authentic production December 19, 2015, 2:00- 4:00 p.m. (registration at 1:30). honoring the music of the legendary Man in Black’.” The cost for CWC Members is $12, non-members, $17. This special Christmas production will feature Gar- Anyone interested in the program or the organization may ner’s band, the Tennessee Three, who faithfully recre- attend with no obligation to join. Reservations requested ate those iconic recordings and Cash’s unique style and by email to [email protected] no later boom-chicka-boom arrangements. than Wednesday, December 16, 2015. Show and ticket information available at www.fire- For more information about California Writers Club housearts.org , by phone at (925) 931-4848, or in person Tri-Valley Branch, contact Jordan Bernal at president@ at the Firehouse Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad trivalleywriters.org or visit www.trivalleywriters.org. James Garner Avenue, Pleasanton.

THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 7 Graham Court Vintners Welcome You by Laura Ness talent when it comes to mak- cure some of these wines, Although they’ve got ing Bordeaux varieties play contact Michael at eno- major remodeling planned their true roles. The new [email protected] or (925) and they’re still sorting wines he’s about to bottle 852-1861, to purchase or to things out at their new are not just impressive, but arrange a tasting at the new home, at least two of the some of them might just set tasting room at 5937-B Gra- three winemakers who re- your hair afire. ham Court. Initially, Enoteca cently took possession of A quick look at the new Five and Rosa Fierro Cellars Jim Frost’s former space on 2013 releases reveals depth plan to share the tasting Graham Court, would like of style and a decidedly ter- room on weekends from you to know that they’re roir-driven approach. He’s 12:30 - 4:30pm. Come by ready to taste when you are. all about vineyard expres- and visit on the weekends, That would include Michael sion, although he did more or set up an appointment for Chalkley of Enoteca Five blending in 2013 than 2012. a tasting/tour. and Rosa Mangin of Rosa Among the most interesting, Fiero Cellars. You just have at least to my Pinot loving ENTWINE RED BLEND to excuse that slightly cha- palate, is the 2012 Allegria Wente’s partnership otic jumble of barrels, case Vineyard Cabernet Franc, with the Food Network has goods and other random a really pretty expression spawned several forays into paraphernalia. Remem- of this lovely grape that’s what gives a wine broad ber when you first moved more like a Franc from the consumer appeal. Aside into your college dorm and Chinon area of the Loire. from walking the safe path things were a little dishev- It’s seductive, sleek, savory, of commonly produced va- eled? Well, it’s kind of like elegant, reminiscent of light rietals, i.e., Chardonnay, that. So give them a little rye with caraway. Cabernet and Merlot, blends On a new edition of “Your Schools", a program about the Pleasanton Unified School space to get things worked The 2013 Los Carneros can be a good way to bring District, the Amador Valley High School Chamber Choir and Hart Middle School out. But, the wines they have Merlot is a standout, from a flavor to the fore. With that String Orchestra prepare for their holiday programs. Pleasanton Unified School waiting for you are worth vineyard Jason Pahlmeyer in mind, Wente just released District Interim Director Jim Hansen interviews Dennis Aquilina, Hart Middle School checking out at your earli- used to source. Big, rich, a red blend called “Red est convenience. After all, it intense, with tobacco and Blend,” a combination of Orchestra Director; Mark Aubel, Amador Valley HS Chamber Choir Instructor as well should be all about the wine. leather, this is powerful stuff Cabernet, Petite Sirah and as students in the Choir and Orchestra. The 30-minute show features the musical Today, Enoteca 5 has with a great texture, good Barbera. This 2012 wine is groups rehearsing for their performances. “Your Schools” is currently airing on TV28, quite an impressive lineup length and an exquisite, a winner with the spine and TV30 and via video on demand at tv30.org. at the ready. Winemaker Mi- eternal finish. structure of Cab, the dark chael Chalkley has a definite “Instant Gratification” velvet plush of Petite and is an appealing Bordeaux- the racy, wild acid streak of inspired blend of Petit Ver- Barbera. dot (5%), Malbec (63%) Packaged in a high-shoul- Winemaker Offers Comments on 2015 Harvest (from Aguirre vineyard) and dered Bordeaux bottle, the Cabernet Franc (32%). It 2012 entwine Red Blend is Mark Clarin, winemaker The flavors are ripe citrus, washed the pollen off of the the fruit off before it was too offers floral notes, with red definitely consumer-friend- at McGrail Vineyards and mild honeysuckle and some flowers causing many not late. Our last picking date plum, cigar, mulberry and ly, with its aromas of black Winery offered his insights pineapple. to pollenate. The effected was October 13th. loganberry. The high-toned fruit, pepper, cherries and on the 2015 harvest: Next came Chardonnay berries Shatter and don't We have two clones of aromatics come from the smokey plum sauce. Built The 2015harvest was from the Chandler vineyard. become fruit.) We managed Cabernet Sauvignon at Mc- Malbec and American oak. for food, this baby bounces here and gone in a blink of Again this vineyard also to squeeze out 2 barrels for Grail, Clone 8 and Clone 15. It’s an appealing, interest- from roasted chile peppers an eye. Due to the lower picked out short and early. this vintage. This wine is Both clones seem to ripen ing wine. to sweet red cherry pickled yields across all vinifera As is our tradition, we barrel dark and deep already. fairly close together. Estate Then there’s “Attitude peppers, with pretty flavors varieties, harvest came in fermented this lot and are Next picked was Merlot fruit was picked in two Adjustment,” which grabs of sundried tomatoes, fresh early. The good news is now in the malo-lactic phase from the Picazo Vineyard days this year. I am super you by the nosehairs and cherries and red plums, that the flavors are excellent of the process. Malo-Lactic earlier than ever. The berries excited about the intensity takes you on a heady romp and a nice undercurrent of with great concentration. It is a secondary fermentation were small and concentrated and flavors of both of these of brewed coffee, tanned eggplant caponata with a was tricky because the brix where lactic acid bacteria with flavors of Black Cherry clones this year. They are leather and cherry tobacco, chocolate mole finish. The levels kept wanting to spike convert malic acid to lac- and moderate tannins. This the darkest of the Cabernet then leads you on a wild suggested pairings listed up early, which makes a tic acid. This provides the wine is barreled down, uti- Sauvignon's with great con- road of lovely cherry and on the back of the bottle in- winemaker a little bit jumpy. creamy buttery flavor com- lizing some Hungarian oak centration and balance. chocolate, with decadent clude salted peanuts, sweet and satisfying gingerbread. potato fries, steamed dump- The 2015 Harvest began ponent to our Chardonnay. to add some spice to the Overall I am excited lings with plum sauce, carne at McGrail Vineyards on Believe it or not, Malbec mix. Check back in 2018 about this vintage from a This winsome blend of Napa Cabernet and Lodi Cabernet asada burritos and BLTs. August 20th. from Ghielmetti vineyard for this one. wine quality perspective. Franc delivers lovely, supple Excellent suggestions! This With the Sauvignon was standing in line right Cabernet Sauvignon, I am concerned about the and silky tannins that are is a versatile and enjoyable Blanc from the Ghielmetti behind the Chardonnay. Cabernet Franc and Petit future availability as yields Rutherford-like in profile. wine that clocks in at 13.5%. Vineyard, we managed to I think the June rain hit Verdot all wanted to be were smaller than expected, This wine makes a great gift We’d add eggplant parme- squeeze out 4 tons from Malbec the hardest, as there picked the same day. The but I'm hoping El Nino kicks for someone who could use san and pasta putanesca to two blocks. I fermented the was lots of shatter. (Grapes good news is the weather in and we get some much just the right kind of attitude the list. Find some at your majority in Stainless steel are self-pollenating. The cooled off a bit, which al- needed rain for a bountiful adjustment. local Safeway. Prices will and about 10% in barrel. timing of the rains in June lowed us to methodically get 2016 Harvest. Should you wish to pro- range from $8.99 to $12.99. 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS ber of the Pleasanton Art League Invited photographers include formingarts.org Livermore Art Association Gal- or for information regarding Ken Ball, Walter Davies, Marc ACC/Art Critique & Coffee, lery, located in the Carnegie the Public Art Circuit, call John Davis, Sherry Hennes, Jonathan Discuss and share work with Building, offers art classes, un- Trimingham at (510) 877-8154. Miller, Chuck McGregor, Jennie Professional Artists in sketch- usual gifts, painting rentals, art Artwork Showing: Espresso McGregor, Rahul Prasad, Lisa ing, painting, exhibiting and exhibits and information pertain- Rosetta Coffee Shop, 206 S. Rigge and Ron Rigge. www. marketing your work. ACC ing to the art field, 2155 Third J St., Livermore, (corner of J bankheadtheater.org members currently working on St., Livermore. The gallery has Street and 2nd Street). Works Celebrate Women 2016! call for exhibiting theme works, under been open since 1974 and is run by Lisa Rigge and Maryann Kot. artists for this photographic art the Inspiration of "The Artist's as a co-op by local artists. Hours Experience Lisa Rigge’s fall color competition. Submission Delivery Edge /The Edge of Art & Chosen are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 p.m. For photographs and Maryann Kot's Date: 2/24/16/ Deliver to Build- Pathways." Meets and Critiques information call 449-9927. archival reproductions of original ing 300 between noon - 5 at Friday mornings in Pleasanton. Members of the Pleasanton Art art in the friendly atmosphere of Las Positas College. Guidelines: [email protected] League Public Art Circuit are the new coffee shop, Espresso Subject of every piece must be Figure Drawing Workshop, every On Sunday, December 20th at 9 a.m., Our Savior currently exhibiting art at six Rosetta, in downtown Livermore. of a woman or women. It must Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lutheran Church will be performing Cantata 140: Wachet businesses in the Pleasanton - The work will be on display arrive framed in a black 16 x 20 Artists bring their own materials auf, ruft uns die Stimme by J.S. Bach. Soloists for this Dublin Area. Viewing locations through Dec. 31st. frame with hardware on the back and easels. Open to all artists. performance include Sarah Strahl, Amy Giovannetti are: Bank of America at 337 Studio Art Quilt Associates juried (use D-rings) ready to hang. Professional artist models Ballard, David Knapp, and Ben Kazez. The Our Savior Main Street, Pleasanton; Pleas- exhibition. New installation at Label on the back with title, (nude). No instructor. Students anton Chamber of Commerce at the Harrington Gallery, on display pertinent process, for example: under 18 need written parental Lutheran Church Choir, directed by Nicholas Mourlam, 777 Peters Street, Pleasanton; November 12 through Decem- "on fiber paper" or "cyanotype" permission to attend. Cost will be collaborating with the Cantabella Children's Sallman, Yang, & Alameda CPA's ber 16. Special note: many of "digital photography" "B & White $20 per session. Bothwell Arts Chorus and various instrumentalists from the Tri-Valley at 4900 Hopyard Road, Pleasan- the works on display will be film"; artist name and price. Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. and San Francisco Bay area during this performance. ton; US Bank at 749 Main Street, available for purchase. Variety Hang Day: 3/1. Art Show will be Coffee, tea and refreshments are This event is free and open to the public. Pleasanton; Edward Jones at of textile works by artists who hung in Building 2400. available. Call or e-mail Barbara 6601 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin; are members of the Northern Stanton for more info about the and The Bagel Street Café at California & Northern Nevada MEETINGS/CLASSES workshop, 925-373-9638 - now meeting the 1st Thursday art instructor in the Livermore 6762 Bernal Avenue Pleasanton. chapter of SAQA (Studio Art Livermore Art Association [email protected]. and 3rd Wednesday of each Valley since 1980. Contact her If interested in becoming a mem- Quilt Associates, www.saqa. Annual Holiday Boutique, Preschool Art classes: Thurs- month 7:00 at The Corner Bakery at (925) 443-8755 or email com). Colorful wall and sculpture now through December 31. day mornings 9:45 – 10:45. Cafe in Pleasanton. Join us [email protected]. pieces integrate materials such Handmade items, one of a Children aged 3-5 are welcome as we challenge ourselves to Colored Pencil - Basics and as hand dyed and painted cot- kind gifts include jewelry, hand to join this class. Classes cover poetically relay our thoughts, Beyond - Classes are for begin- tons, crinolines, silk, organza, crafted scarves, towels, baskets, drawing, painting, print-making, emotions and experiences ners and intermediate students. batting, and beads. The juror for wooden bowls, photographs, sculpture and ceramics. For through poetry. Become a mem- Classes start Mon Jan​​ 4th, 9:30​ this exhibition is internationally fine art. LAA Gallery in the old further information, contact ber & share your work - Contact to noon for five weeks and Tues ​​ recognized textile artist, juror, Carnegie Library, 2155 Third St. Thomasin Dewhurst at (925) [email protected] for Jan 5th, 6:30 to 9 p.m. for five and curator Yvonne Porcella, in Livermore. Wednesday through 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ more info on Theme Challenges, weeks. Instructor Maryann Kot, current board member of the Sunday, 11:30 to 4:00. Admis- hotmail.com or visit http://child- Membership & Opportunities. Location, Bothwell Art Center San Jose Museum of Quilts & sion is free. rensartclassesprojects.blogspot. Ukulele Circle, Meetings held 2466 8th St. Livermore. Sign Textiles. Regular gallery hours: Artists at Work, a new monthly com/ the last Saturday from 12 up, Way Up Art and Frame 925- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday event, the second Thursday Art Classes, For children, noon-1 p.m. at Galina’s Music 443-3388 Flower by Diana Carey from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday of each month features a new teens and adults. Beginner to Studio located at 1756 First St., Drawing Class- "Basic Drawing: 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Firehouse artist and artists at work at the advanced. Drawing, paint- Livermore. Confirm participation Focus on Nature" This class Wearable Arts Center in Pleasanton, 4444 Livermore Downtown Art Studios, ing, printmaking, sculpture by calling (925) 960-1194 or via is for beginners and the artist Railroad Avenue. Donations 62 So. L St., Livermore. and ceramics taught by highly the website at www.Galinas- who wants to improve drawing Art at LAA always appreciated. Show and Tell, Artists are invited experienced artist and art in- MusicStudio.com. Beginners are techniques. Classes start with Pleasanton Art League All Media to a monthly function at the structor, Thomasin Dewhurst. welcome. Bring some music to the basics and quickly focuses Gallery Show, Dec. 1-30, Robert Liver- Bothwell Arts Center, called Weekday and weekend classes, share with the group. Ukuleles on nature drawing. Included- The Livermore Art As- more Community Center, 4444 “Show & Tell. 4th Tuesday of Home school classes, Special are available for purchase. Small instruction on site techniques, sociation Gallery is hosting East Ave., Livermore. each month at 7:00 p.m. at classes during school breaks $10 fee to cover meeting costs. three dimensional development, its annual Holiday Wearable "Mendocino Memories," art the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 offered. (925) 216-7231 or email Young Artists’ Studio has open- and composition. Starts Wed, ​ Art Show and Sale. Artists exhibit will be on view from Eighth St., Livermore. Artists [email protected] for ings in its 2015 - 2016 school Jan 6th, 12:30-3 p.m. for 5 will be present to share December 1-30 at the Livermore bring finished or unfinished further info. year art classes. Artist Peggy weeks. Instructor Maryann Kot, their work and answer any Civic Center Library, 1188 So. work to show and if desired, Piano and keyboard lessons, Frank offers small group instruc- Location, Bothwell Arts Center questions. Items for sale will Livermore Avenue. The public receive a critique from the For children to adult. Beginner tion in art to students ages 7 2466 8th St. Livermore Sign up include jewelry, scarves, is invited to the free art exhibit group. Refreshments are brought to early intermediate level. Half- through high school and also is at Way Up Art and Frame 925- bags and more. reception on Sunday, Dec. 13 by some of the artists, and a hour private classes or small offering an adult class. Projects 443-3388 Stop by the Gallery on from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Library. donation of $5.00 is desired group classes offered. Twice- include all kinds of drawing, Drawing Class- "Intermediate December 12th from 11:30 Refreshments will be served. although not mandatory. Contact yearly recitals. (925) 216-7231 painting, printmaking and Drawing: Focus on Nature" to 2:00 at 2155 Third St., Simply Seeing photographic show, for this event is D’Anne Miller at or email thomasin_d@hotmail. sculpture. High school students This class is for students who Livermore. For more infor- Bankhead Theater. 2400 First [email protected], or Linda com for further info. working on advanced portfolios have taken basic drawing mation call 925-449-9927. St., through January 4, 2016. Ryan at LRyan@Livermoreper- PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, are welcome. Peggy has been an classes and want to go to the THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 9

next level of drawing realistic na- small cover. on these holiday shows each CURRENTLY SOLD OUT ON THE STAGE December 13, 2:00 p.m. and ture subjects. Starts Thurs, Jan Asbury Christmas Concert year to benefit local food banks, Roy Rogers and the Delta San Ramon Community Theater 7:00 p.m. The Las Vegas-style 7th, 12:30 to 3 p.m. for 5 weeks. – Asbury United Methodist and asks ticket holders to bring Rhythm Kings, 8 p.m. Thurs., will perform "A Christmas dance revue returns with a Instructor Maryann Kot, Location, Church will hold its 19th Annual as much food donations to the Dec. 31, followed by a gala Carol Radio Musical" for the high-stepping holiday show Bothwell Art Center 2466 8th St. Christmas Concert at 7 PM on concerts as they can. Band: reception in the theater lobby. holidays. Performance dates are featuring senior performers ages Livermore. Sign up, Way Up Art Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015 in its Gary Pihl (Boston), Robert Berry Bankhead Theater, 2400 First weekends Dec. 4-12; 7:30PM 55-90. They tap, kick and strut and Frame 925-443-3388 Sanctuary at 4743 East Ave. in (Greg Kihn Band, Sammy Haggar St., Livermore. www.bankhead- for evening shows and 2:00PM to memorable holiday music Livermore. All of Asbury’s vocal Band), David Medd (The Tubes), theater.org or 373-6800. matinees. Tickets are available from Nightclub to Broadway, WINE & SPIRITS choirs, the Asbury Band, several David Lauser (Sammy Haggar JOEL A Tribute to the Songs of at www.sanramonperformin- Sinatra to Bublé with a touch Nottingham Cellars: Vendors: instrumentalists and the Asbury Band), Jack Foster (Jack Foster Billy Joel, 8 p.m., Jan. 9, Fire- garts.com or call 925-973-3343. of Bruno Mars keeping us on 12/13 Sunday Vendor – De- Ringers will be performing. Band). Purchase at: www.fire- house Arts Center, 4444 Railroad The show will take place at the trend. Reserved seating tickets signed by the Sea Seaglass Asbury’s pipe organ will also be housearts.org, 925-931-4848, or Avenue, Pleasanton. www. Front Row Theater, 17011 Bol- $15- $25. Tickets available at Jewelry. 12/18-20 Ugly Christ- part of the evening’s musical at the Box Office at the Firehouse firehousearts.org, 931-4850. linger Canyon Rd., San Ramon. www.firehousearts.org, 925- mas Sweater Weekend – One offerings. The concert is open Arts Center, 4444 Railroad The Special Consensus, 8 p.m., The Importance of Being Ear- 931-4848, or at the center Box complimentary Winemaker’s to the public. A free will offering Avenue in downtown Pleasanton. Jan. 15, Firehouse Arts Center, nest, December 4-12, Barbara Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Flight for guests wearing an Ugly can be made at the door. There SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES: 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleas- F. Mertes Center for the Arts, Las Pleasanton. Christmas Sweater. 2245-C will be a punch and homemade Amador Valley High School anton. www.firehousearts.org, Positas College, 3000 Campus Beyond the Horizon will be South Vasco Rd., Livermore. cookie reception immediately fol- Marching Band Drumline, and 931-4850. Hill Drive, Livermore. www. presented in a staged reading as Charles R Vineyards Presents lowing in the Fellowship Hall. For San Francisco hand-bell choir Castro Valley High School: An laspositascollege.edu part of the Eugene O’Neill Foun- "From Our Family To Yours" - An more information call Jean Braun Bell Appeal. Evening of Blues, Jazz & Funk! Ballet Folklorico Mexicano, Dec. dation’s Playwrights’ Theatre Extraordinary Library Wine at 449-4168, the church office Celtic Christmas Concert, Both- 7 p.m. Jan. 17, Amador Theater, 6, 2 p.m. Bankhead Theater, series on Saturday, January 9 at Event, Saturday, December 12th at 447-1950 or e-mail: TerriG@ well Arts Center, Dec. 13, 6 p.m. 1155 Santa Rita Rd., Pleas- 2400 First St., Livermore. www. 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, January from 5pm to 8pm. Charles R asburylive.org Tickets www.bankheadtheater. anton. www.firehousearts.org, bankheadtheater.org or 373- 10 at 2:00 p.m. at the Museum Vineyards and Julio Covarrubias, 2016 Winter Pops, musicians of org or 373-6800. 931-4850. 6800. of the San Ramon Valley, 205 owner of Casa de Vinas, Very the Amador Valley High School Concert by Mezzo Soprano Jo- Marc Cohn, Grammy Award Elf, Jr. - a holiday youth musical Railroad Avenue, in Danville. limited quantities. Savory and Wind Ensembles and Concert anna Lynn-Jacobs, Pleasanton winner, 8 p.m. Fri., Jan. 22. theater production. Opens De- Reservations for Beyond the sweet pairings will be served Bands evening of traditional Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., 2 Bankhead Theater, 2400 First cember 11 at Amador Theater in Horizon are available online with tastings all evening to enjoy holiday favorites alongside con- to 3 p.m. Sun., Dec. 13. Free St., Livermore. www.bankhead- Pleasanton. Based on the holiday at www.eugeneoneill.org, or with family and friends. Limited temporary band classics. Dec. 8, admission. 931-3410 X 4 theater.org or 373-6800. film, this hilarious fish-out-of- by phone at (925) 820-1818. tickets available in the Tasting 7 p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 Jeff Bordes & Friends: A New Ambrosia, 8 p.m., Jan. 22 and 23, water comedy follows Buddy the Tickets are $25. Seating at the Room, by phone at 925-454- First St., Livermore. www.bank- Orleans Christmas comes to the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Rail- Elf on his quest to find his true Museum is limited. 3040 or by emailing bonnie@ headtheater.org or 373-6800. Firehouse Arts Center Sat, Dec. road Avenue, Pleasanton. www. identity. The heart-warming tale The Pirates of Penzance, charlesrvineyards.com 8295 Orchestra Concert, Dec. 10, 8 19, 8 p.m. Pleasanton’s own firehousearts.org, 931-4850. is brought to life by the City of weekends Jan. 16 through 31. Crane Ridge Road Livermore. p.m. Las Positas College, 3000 Trumpeter Jeff Bordes returns Piano Duet: Tamriko Siprash- Pleasanton’s Civic Arts Stage Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Las Positas Vineyards, Livermore, Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. to the Firehouse for his annual vili & Temirzhan Yerzhanov, 8 Company in partnership with St., Livermore. Tickets at the box Sat., Dec. 12, new Elite Flight: http://laspositascollege.edu/ holiday show. This year Jeff will p.m., Jan. 23, Amador Theater, the award-winning Bay Area office, www.bankheadtheater.org Chocolate Truffles & Chocolate performingarts/index.php be taking it to the next level, 1155 Santa Rita Rd., Pleas- Children’s Theatre Company. or 373-6800. Port Cup featuring the 2012 Ca- Holiday Concert, Morrison Theatre presenting a Jazzy New Orleans anton, www.firehousearts.org, December 11 – 20. Fridays and Good People by David-Lindsay- simira, an Angelica Style Dessert Chorus performs special songs Christmas, featuring Bay Area 931-4850. Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Satur- Abaire, Jan. 29-Feb. 14. Role Wine served inside a Chocolate Thurs.-Sat., Dec. 10, 11, 12 at 8 keyboard favorite Don Lewis. Wellington International Ukulele days and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Players Ensemble production, Port Cup. Tasting Room is open p.m. and Sun., Dec. 13, 2 p.m. at They’ll perform their holiday Orchestra, Jan. 28, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7-$18, available Tickets and Information at www. 11:30am to 4:15pm. Sun., Dec. the Morrisson Theatre, Musical original The Santa Claus Second Bankhead Theater, 2400 First at www.firehousearts.org, 925- RolePlayersEnsemble.com. The 13, "Sunday Funday" newest Direction by César Cancino. Line along with other original St., Livermore. www.bankhead- 931-4848, or at the Firehouse Village Theatre, 233 Front Street, holiday wine and food pairing 22311 N. Third St., Hayward. tunes and holiday favorites. A theater.org or 373-6800. Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Danville. flight: Cheesecake Cupcake & $18 adult, $15 adult H.A.R.D. host of special guests. Reserved Elton John’s Greatest Hits, Jan. Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Disney's The Little Mermaid, Chocolate Port Cup. Tast- resident, $15 senior, $12 junior/ seating tickets $15, $20, $25. 29, 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, Tickets are also available at the Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre, ing Room is open 11:30am to student. (510) 881-6777; www. Purchase online at www.fire- 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Amador Theater, 1155 Santa Rita 2 and 8 p.m., Jan. 30-Feb. 14, 4:30pm. For more information, dmtonline.org housearts.org, 925-931-4848, bankheadtheater.org or 373- Road, Pleasanton, 2 hours prior (continued on page 10) email curt@laspostasvineyards. Classic Rock Christmas, featur- or in person at Firehouse Box 6800. to the performance. com ing December People. Firehouse Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue in The Golden Follies 2015 Holiday Arts Center in Pleasanton, Sat- Pleasanton. Revue.Two big shows on Sunday, MUSIC/CONCERTS urday, December 12, at 2:00 and “A Cash Country Christmas” TRAVEL Blacksmith Square, music every 8:00 p.m. (8pm show sold out) featuring James Garner. Holiday Saturday 3 to 6 p.m. in the Tickets $30-$40. Plus food drive tribute to the songs of Johnny BUG courtyard, 21 South Livermore to benefit Open Heart Kitchen, Cash. Back by popular demand Ave., Livermore. feeding the hungry in the Tri- at the Firehouse Arts Center in Cruise from Chris Bradley's Jazz Band ap- Valley. This high-powered quintet Pleasanton, James Garner and San francisco pears regularly at: The Castle of some of the finest musicians his long-time backing band Rock Restaurant in Livermore/ from some of the world’s biggest The Tennessee Three present a (925) 447-4300 on Portola Avenue-- the 2nd and rock’n’roll bands performs loads holiday tribute to the musical In Downtown Livermore 4th Tuesday each month from of holiday favorites, but in the legacy of The Man in Black. 2269 Third Street 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, styles of rock ‘n roll hits. DP puts Sunday, December 20, 2:00 p.m. www.travelbuglivermore.com 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015

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Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Rail- homework required– share your (Organizations wishing to run notices Pleasanton. $30. For reservations contact: Senior Center. Friday bingo is currently preservation and restoration of historical road Avenue, Pleasanton. www. insights or just listen in! Contact in Bulletin Board, send information to PO www.dbenca.orgpresident4dbenca@ shutdown due to lack of volunteers. To landmarks. At chapter meetings, members Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care yahoo.com or 925-998-3500. volunteer, stop by the Robert Livermore learn about antiques, share and view firehousearts.org, 931-4850. Susan at 337-1282 regarding of Bulletin Board or email information to Widowed Men and Women of Community Center, 4444 East Ave., member’s collections, visit historic sites, the We’re Talkin’ Books! Club. [email protected]. Include name Northern CA, Dec. 17, 5 p.m. Happy hour Livermore and fill out an application or call museums and antiques shops and help COMEDY Storied Nights: An Evening of of organization, meeting date, time, place in Pleasanton, RSVP by Dec. 15 to Mary, the Senior Venter, M-Th, 373-5760. non-profit organizations with restoration and theme or subject. Phone number and 705-7337. Dec. 20, 12:30 p.m. brunch in Hope Hospice Grief Support, Hope and preservation work. Chapter meets Will Durst & Friends: The Big Fat Spoken Word. 2nd Thursday of contact person should also be included. Livermore, RSVP by Dec. 17 to Ruby, 462- Hospice staff will hold a special workshop, the 4th Tuesday monthly from September Year-End Kill-Off! 8 p.m., Dec. each month. Features local au- Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) 9636. Dec. 31, 1 p.m. luncheon, Call Hilda, Handling the Holidays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 2 to May. New members are invited to join 27, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 thors reading their work 7:30 to 5th annual Children's Holiday 398-8808 as soon as possible to discuss to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, December 15, 2:00 the local Amador Chapter. If interested Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee and Tea, Party, Sun., Dec. 13, 1 to 4 p.m. at the options for restaurants. to 4:00 pm. Hope Hospice Grief Support call President Rickie at 925-292-8123 or Elks Lodge #2117, 940 Larkspur Dr., Livermore-Amador Genealogical Center, 6377 Clark Avenue, 2nd floor, e-mail [email protected]. www.firehousearts.org, 931- 152 So. Livermore Ave., Liver- Livermore. In addition to Santa, there will Society, meeting Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. at Dublin.Pre-registration is required. Call Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy 4850. more. Sponsored by LVPAC and be snacks, arts and crafts. Even free to Congregation Beth Emek, Nevada Court, 925-829-8770 to reserve space in the Club. Feed your wonder about the Night Peet's. Information go to http:// children in the Tri-Valley ages 1 to 12. Pleasanton. Stephen Morse will speak workshop. Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the A parent is asked to help a child with on the Case Study: Genealogy of Renee Democrats Season party with 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- MOVIES facebook.com/StoriedNights the arts and crafts. Information, contact Kaufman. This lecture presents a case Tri-valley, San Ramon Valley, Diablo Valley, ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. The Snowpiercer (movie), 7:30 Dublin Schools, 1915, 1950 and Tammy Sturgill, project officer, k.sturgill@ study using the One-Step Webpages as Young Democrats and Lamorinda Demo- Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., Jan. 13, Firehouse Arts Today, special exhibit, Oct. 17 comcast.net, reference "Elks Children's well as other websites to develop a family cratic clubs. 5:30 p.m. Dec. 12. This is a p.m. talk starts at 7:30 pm. For more info Holiday Part." history. It illustrates how, with a minimal potluck dinner with main course provided visit us @ http://www.trivalleystargaz- Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, through January 2016. Little Armchair Travelers, a monthly amount of initial information, an entire by the clubs. This is an opportunity to meet ers.org/ Pleasanton. www.firehousearts. Classroom, Dublin Heritage Park program, will take place at the Livermore genealogy can be obtained. It also shows elected officials and other Democrats. Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social org, 931-4850. and Museums, 660 Donlon Way, Public Library Civic Center on Thurs., Dec. how to obtain records in spite of name IBEW Hall, 6250 Village Parkway, Dublin. group of retired men who join together to Dublin. www.DublinRecGuide. 10 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Doug and Lindy misspellings and how to avoid accepting Crab Feed, Feb. 27, 2016. The better enjoy their leisure time. Activities Webb will share photographs and stories wrong information. All are welcome. No Livermore High School Alumni Assoc. is include golf, bridge, photography, travel, DANCE com. of their first cruise—in 1985 to China Charge. For more information contact producing its 4th Annual Crab Feed to fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- The Nutcracker, Valley Dance Speech Performance, Dec. 11, 7 and the Orient. The trip was 14 days, Program Chairs, email: Marilyn Glass, benefit the students, faculty & administra- ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men Theatre with the Valley Dance p.m. Las Positas College, 3000 departing Hong Kong with China ports of [email protected] tors of LHS. Each year the LHSAA funds living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, call in Shanghai, Dalian, Xingang (maritime 11th Annual Danville-Alamo- numerous request from LHS to provide and San Ramon. The group meets for Theatre Pit Orchestra, Dec. Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. gateway to Beijing), plus the ports of Pu- Walnut Creek Branch of AAUW's items/programs that are no longer in their lunch on the first Thursday of each month 12, 19, 20, 2 and 7 p.m., Dec. http://laspositascollege.edu/ san (Korea), Nagasaki (Japan), and ending Holiday Home Tour, Friday and Saturday, budget. LHSAA invites all to take part in at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest 13, 2 p.m. and Dec. 18, 7 p.m. performingarts/index.php in Kobe (Japan). Their ship was relatively December 11 and 12, 2015. Showcasing the Crab Feed and both Live and Silent Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about Bankhead Theater, 2400 First A Polynesian Experience, Pleas- small (1/3 today’s number of passengers) five beautiful, festively decorated homes Auctions Fundraiser. Go to www.livermore- the Tri-Valley SIR at http://sirs34.org/ and and in contrast to other cruises, much of in Danville and San Ramon. Tickets are highalumni.com for additional information, the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. For St., Livermore. www.bankhead- anton Library, 400 Old Bernal the time was spent on land with bus, rail, $35 each. A senior discount of $5 will be email [email protected] or call information or to attend a meeting, call theater.org or 373-6800. Ave. 2 to 2:45 p.m. Sat., Dec. 12. and small boat excursions to the Great offered through Saturday, December 5th. Ray 925-606-5518. Rich Osborne 925-785-3549. Dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, New Wall of China, Forbidden City, Summer To purchase online: go to http://daw-ca. Free high school level math help NAMI Tri-Valley Parent Resource Palace, Tiananmen Square, Grand Canal, aauw.net/hht2015. via US Mail: Send offered at Pleasanton Library for students & Support Group meets monthly for Valley Concert Chorale, Holiday Zealand and the Cook Islands. places of work, children’s centers, private a check postmarked by December 5th who cannot afford tuition. Contact 925- parents/caretakers of children ages Concerts: Classical to Contem- No registration required. Free. homes, parks, and streets filled with payable to Danville- Alamo-Walnut Creek 484-1073. 5-17 years with (or suspected of having) porary, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at the 931-3410. people. A genuine effort was made by the AAUW with a self-addressed stamped ClutterLess Self Help Support emotional/ psychiatric disorders. It meets cruise line and the Chinese travel authority #10 business size envelope to: AAUW Group, nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, the third Tuesday of the month from 7-9pm First Presbyterian Church, 4th 19th Annual Victorian Yuletide, to open the country to cruise visitors—not Holiday Home Tour, P.O. Box 996, Alamo, support group for people with difficulty dis- at Pathways to Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge and L Streets, Livermore; and Dec. 13, noon to 4 p.m. Raven- only to visit famous sites, but also places CA 94507. In person: Visit East Bay carding unwanted possessions. Cluttering Dr., Suite 114, Pleasanton. The group is at 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at Lynnewood swood Historic Site, 2649 Arroyo of work, schools, and private homes. Flower Company, 206 Sycamore Valley is a psychological issue, not an organizing drop-in and free. Contact person is Marsha Methodist Church, 4444 Black Rd., Livermore. Decorations, gift Adults are invited to this free program on Road W. Mon.-Sat. 9-5. (cash or check issue. New meeting location: Parkview,100 McInnis at 925-980-5331. the second Thursday of each month in the only). Purchase will help send 12 middle Valley Avenue (main entrance), 2nd Floor Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a group Ave., Pleasanton. www.valley- shop, entertainment, visit with Community Meeting Rooms of the Civic school girls in the Danville, Alamo and Activity Room, Pleasanton. Mondays for retired men who seek activities to en- concertchorale.org, or 866-4003. Mr. and Mrs. St. Nicholas. No Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Walnut Creek communities to a one-week except some holidays 7:00 to 8:30 pm. hance their retirement. Monthly meetings Choir Recital, Dec. 13, 3 p.m. Las admission charge. Livermore Livermore. For additional information Tech Trek math-science camp for girls in Come or call a volunteer at 925)289-5356 feature lunch and an interesting speaker. please call 925 373-5500. a university setting and help fund local or 925-922-1467. More information at: Men have the opportunity to learn about Positas College, 3000 Campus Area Recreation and Park District Livermore Amador Valley Garden women receive their college education. www.clutterlesseastbay.org and join activities such as hiking, bridge, Hill Dr., Livermore. http://laspos- and Ravenswood Progress Club will meet on Thursday, December Please, no children under 12 or pets. Tour Writing club for young adults, investment, bowling, bocce ball and wood itascollege.edu/performingarts/ League. www.LARPD.org. 10, 6:30 in the Alisal School multipurpose tickets are not tax deductible. Questions: Whether a seasoned writer or just starting carving. There is also a neat group of guys index.php An Evening With… Phoebe room, 1454 Santa Rita Rd. , Pleasanton. A [email protected] out, join published Young Adult author J.L. to get to know. SIR Branch #121 meets potluck will start the meeting. Also there Diabetes Self Management Classes Powers at Livermore Public Library for on the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Hearst: Tuesday, January 5th, will be a sale of gently used Christmas in Dublin, offered by Alameda County the Writing Club for Young Adults, ages 13 DoubleTree Hotel, Las Flores Road (near MISCELLANEOUS 7pm. Museum on Main Ed Kin- items. Ann Ralph, an expert pruner and Public Health Diabetes Program. Free 7 through 21 will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 Bluebell Drive), Livermore, at 11:30. Any Political Issues Book Club meets ney Speakers Series, Firehouse author of Grow A Little Fruit Tree will week series runs Fridays January 8 through pm on the third Thursday of the month: retired man is welcome to drop by to th talk about trees that take up less space, February 19, 10 am - 12 pm, at the Dublin Dec. 17. The meetings will be held at the learn about your opportunities. For more the 4 Tuesday of each month, Arts Center, 4444 Railroad require less care, and offer an easier Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd., Civic Center Library, 1188 South Livermore information check our website: branch121. and reads books about issues Avenue, Pleasanton. Tickets harvest. Visitors are welcome. For more Dublin. Class is for adults diagnosed with Avenue, Livermore. The club is free and no sirinc2.org or email Neal Cavanaugh at and trends that are driving cur- are $10 general admission, $7 information call Bev at 925 485 7812 or pre diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Learn registration is required. For more informa- [email protected] (put “SIR” in the visit www.lavgc.org. about the causes of diabetes, healthy tion, please visit TEEN SPACE on the subject line). rent affairs in both the national seniors (65+) / students (with Livermore Community Blood eating, exercise, medications, stress man- library’s website: www.livermorelibrary. Pleasanton Lions Club welcomes and international arenas. Topics valid ID), $5 members. Tickets Drive: Friday, December 18, 1-7 p.m., agement and more. Call 510-383-5185 to net, or contact Jennifer at 925-373-5576. visitors to come experience a great time that have been covered include may be purchased online at Asbury United Methodist Church, 4743 register. Requires 5 people registered for Learn Scottish country dancing while making a difference in our commu- politics, governance, economics, www.museumonmain.org, at East Avenue. Every single day, Bay Area class to be held. in Livermore. Enjoy the lively reels and nity & beyond. Dinner meetings every 2nd hospitals need over 300 hundred units of Diabetes Prevention Class in jigs and graceful strathspeys that are & 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. military affairs, history, sociol- Museum on Main during regular blood to keep sick and injured patients Pleasanton, offered by Alameda County the traditional social dance of Scotland. The Regalia House, 4133 Regalia Ct., ogy, science, the climate, and operating hours or by phoning alive. During this season of giving, please Public Health Diabetes Program. Free 3 Mondays 8:00 to 9:30 pm at the Livermore Pleasanton. www.pleasantonlionsclub.org religion. Contact Rich at 872- the museum at (925) 462-2766. come donate, and bring a friend or family week series runs Thursdays January 14 Veteran’s Hall, 522 South L Street, Liver- Assistance League® of Amador member to the drive. There’s no better gift through January 28, 9:30- am - 11:30 more. No prior dance experience required. Valley invites all visitors to join this dedi- 7923, for further questions For more information on the Ed than to help save a life. Register at www. am, at the Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Call Margaret Ward at (925) 449-5932 or cated group of volunteers, reaching out to We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a Kinney Speakers Series visit redcrossblood.org and use ASBURY925 as Sunol Blvd, Pleasanton. This class is for Sheena MacQueen at (925) 447-1833 for those in need in the Tri-Valley and having member-centered book group www.museumonmain.org or the Sponsor Code, or call Thomas Petty at adults who have pre diabetes or have more information. Youth class (ages 8 and fun doing it. Regular meetings are held on led by a small group of book club phone Museum on Main at (925) 925-980-8164 for more information. concerns and want to learn more. Call up): Contact Sheena MacQueen (925)447- the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. Daughters of the British Empire, 510-383-5185 to register. Requires 5 1833 for info. at the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasan- veterans, with reading selections 462-2766. Northern California, Holiday Tea, Dec. people registered for class to be held. Questers is an international ton. For more information, see our website, based on member recom- 10, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30p .m. Castlewood Volunteer bingo callers, needed for organization of lovers of antiques, www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, mendations and consensus. No Country Club, 707 Country Club Circle, Fridays, 1 to 3:45 p.m. at the Livermore collectibles, and history who encourage e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015 11

yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. of each month at the Livermore Veterans Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) menorah to light, and a side dish to share. Navy, Marine Corp & Coast Guard Memorial Building, 522 South L Street from Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, 925-449-4848. – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925- Free tickets available at https://goo.gl/ Active Duty and Veterans. Meet with 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more informa- services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. tOzOr6. RSVP to Jamie at 510-888-1404 or other like minded veterans for camaraderie tion, call Tami Jenkins, 925-784-5014 or a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and Center for Spiritual Living [email protected]. and support of veterans causes. The Fleet email livermoremilitaryfamilies@yahoo. org/ All are welcome. 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. Livermore Valley - People from all faith Grief Workshop, bi-monthly to Reserve Association is a chartered orga- Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org traditions, cultures, races and sexual help people with the healing journey. St. nization that provides a voice in Congress. RELIGION Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School 9:15 Valley Bible Church, Livermore, orientations welcome. Sunday service Elizabeth Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr. Young veterans are highly encouraged to First Presbyterian Church, 2020 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Women's Bible Meeting at Altamont Creek Elementary at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs Pleasanton. 7:30pm. Thursday Dec. 17th. get involved in promoting the concerns of Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contem- study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory School, 6500 Garaventa Ranch Road, offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting 2015. Tuesday, Jan 12th. and 26th. Thurs- your generation. The local branch of the plative Service in the Chapel and 10:00 prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Senior Livermore. Services at 10:00 a.m. place 1617 2nd St., 2nd Floor, Livermore. day, Feb 11th. and 25th. March 10th. FRA meets the first Friday of each month a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary adult ministries meet every other month. Cedar Grove Community Church, For more information contact revhar- 2016. No per-registration is necessary, but at 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial and children’s program For more informa- Call the office at 846-8650 for more 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship [email protected] or visit us at http:// if it is your first night attending, arrive a Building, 522 South L St., Livermore. For tion www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. information. Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. csllvlighthouse.org. little early to check in. These sessions are more information go to www.fra.org or Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Trinity Church, 557 Olivina Ave. cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 open to all, regardless of religious affilia- contact Roy Warner at 925-449-6048 or St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 Livermore. Sunday worship at 8:30 and Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Rincon Ave., Livermore. www, smbclive. tion. Please call Nancy at 925-846-9543 Loraine Maese at 454-1582. a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 11:00 a.m., and Sunday School and Bible Palomino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. com or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. for more information. Operation: SAM “Supporting All a.m. Children's classes during adult wor- study for all ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. Worship services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday Christmastime Is Here! Come and Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military ship service. AWANA children's program Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday night Well Community Outreach Center family Bible school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study enjoy Christmas songs, old and new, support organization based in Livermore. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. there is adult Bible study, youth activities ministry provides meats, canned and dry and youth ministry, Wednesday 7 p.m. with choirs and band. There will be lots S.A.M. has been in operation since January Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. and children's choir at 6:30 p.m. Child goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only Feed the homeless, Saturday 11 a.m. of opportunities for community singalong. 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. care during all events. 447-1848, www. available prior to the start of the school Prayer, 6 p.m. weekdays. Refreshments and good cheers will follow morale support of deployed troops. For Vasco Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday trinitylivermore.org year). Those with an immediate need or “1 & 2 Corinthians” will be the in the Pope John Paul II Activity Center. information or donations, visit www. service. Information 447-8747 or www. St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas who would like to donate nonperishable featured study of Community Bible Study Friday, Dec. 18, 7:30-9:00 p.m., St. operationsam.org, email operationsam@ uucil.org Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- food items, call the office at (925) 479- Women’s class of Pleasanton this fall. A Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge comcast.net or call 925-443-7620. Congregation Beth Emek, Center ing the John Main tradition, every Monday 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday and Children’s Program is available for infants Drive, Pleasanton. Free-will offering. Depression and Bipolar Support for Reform, Jewish Learning, Prayer and 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Thursday 4 to 5 years old. Class starts on continues catholicsofpleasanton.org Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets Community in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Claire La Scola at 447-9800. p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up by appointment each week on Thursdays at 9:30-11:30am Shamanic Drum Circle - Facilitated Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's Court, Pleasanton. Information 931- St. Innocent Orthodox Church, only. The Outreach Center will be open until May 12, 2015. Valley Bible Church, by Ashleigh Pevey, a Shamanic healer. Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., 1055. Rabbi Dr. Lawrence Milder, www. 5860 Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday every 4th Saturday to distribute bags from 7106 Johnson Dr., Pleasanton. Contact Please bring a drum or rattle; a few will Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. bethemek.org. Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to www. Fresh and Easy Market and Sprouts. This Sherri at 925-399-5074 or email sherri. be available. Usually meets the second Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at will be on a first come first serve basis [email protected] for more information or Sunday of every month, 3-4:15 pm., but pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al with the Congress of Secular Jewish (831) 278-1916. between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2333 Nis- to register.” Dec. will meet on Saturday, Dec. 12th. Pereira, 462-6415. Organizations (csjo.org). Information, St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 sen Drive, Livermore. Centerpointe Church, 3410 Cor- Unity of Tri-Valley, 7567 Amador Valley Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services Lynnewood United Methodist nerstone Court, Pleasanton. Worship is at Blvd, Dublin, suite 108. 925.829.2733. to new and established residents of the 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Church, 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton, 10 a.m. The worship celebration is called www.unityoftrivalley.org Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at offers a friendly congregation where all are “Ancient Future” because it is rooted, as Christmas Eve by Candlelight, first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon Livermore, services 10 a.m. every 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come welcome. Worship at 9 or 10:30 a.m. on the early church was, in God’s story, which Dec. 24, 7 p.m. Unitarian Universalist on the second Wednesday of the month, Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages and worship with us and to enjoy our Sundays with Sunday school for youth and is central to participants’ lives. The gather- Church, 1893 N. Vasco Rd., Livermore. All Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The hospitality. For more information call the adults at 10:30 a.m. and childcare at both ings typically include a mixture of songs, ages welcome to this traditional service family activities, and monthly adult church and reading room are located at church office 925-462-4802. services. Contact Rev. Heather Hammer hymns, Scripture, art, ancient prayers and celebrating the joy and mystery of the socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, St. Bartholomew's Episcopal at 846-0221, send an email to office@ creeds and a biblically based message. Christmas holiday. Rev. Lucas Hergert will visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com which is open to the public, features Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) lynnewood.org or visit our website at www. Sunday school, child-care and separate lead the service. Bring cookies for fellow- Community Resources for Inde- books, CDs and magazines for sale. For 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. lynnewood.org. gatherings for teenagers are all offered ship afterwards. 925-447-8747, uucil.org pendent Living (CRIL) offers services to information, call (925) 447-2946. Service Schedule: 8:00 a.m. Contemplative The Church of Jesus Christ of each Sunday concurrently with the worship Centerpointe Church's choir help people with disabilities and supports Sunset Community Church, 2200 Eucharist; 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Study Latter-day Saints: 9050 Mocho St., service. For more information, go to www. and musicians will perform a cantata them to live independently and participate Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship (check web-site): 10:20 Sunday School Livermore. 3rd ward 2:20 p.m., 2nd ward centerpointechurch.org or call the office at called "Celebrate! The Joy and Wonder of in their community for as long as they are service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service (Godly Play); 10:30: Sung Eucharist with 9 a.m., Mocho branch (Spanish) 12 noon. (925) 846-4436. Christmas" on Dec. 13. There will be two willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's choir, child care provided. 1501 Hillcrest Ave., Livermore: 1st ward, 1 WINGS (Women in God’s Spirit) for performances: the first at 10 a.m. during offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore church provided. A "Night of Worship" Little Brown Church, United Church p.m..; 4th ward 9 a.m., Springtown ward, women of all ages and life stages, Meets the normal worship service and the second to provide information and referrals and first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 11 a.m. Young single adult ware, 1:30 Thursday mornings 9:30-11:30am through at 2 p.m. After the cantata, Pastor Mike provide community education at senior Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. p.m., 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin. May 15, St. Charles Parish - Borromeo Barris will give a short Christmas-themed centers and affordable housing complexes p.m. Information, call 447-6282. littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- The Church of Jesus Christ of Hall, 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore. message. All are welcome. For more infor- to residents of Southern Alameda County. Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday 2580 Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Questions: Donna Leach (925-443-6815) mation, see www.centerpointechurch.org The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- Pathway Community Church, 6533 Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. [[email protected]] or Kristen Barton or call 925-846-4436. 3410 Cornerstone Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can more. Information, 447-8840. Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at (925-449-8002)[adele_obrien@hotmail. Court, Pleasanton. be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: com] Lessons and Carols, 7:30 pm on by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 youth, adult programs. Biblically based Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives Saturday, December 12th an evening of [email protected]. All services a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. practical messages, nondenominational. Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., away clothing and other items every Mon- Christmas Carols and readings from the are free. adult Bible study/Sunday school. For All are welcomed. www.pathwaycom- 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: day 10-12. Donations are also accepted on Holy Scriptures as the Music Ministry of Pleasanton Military Families is information, call 925-447-1246. muntiychurch.org (925) 829-4793. Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. Mondays between 10-12. 4418 E. Avenue, St. Raymond Catholic Church presents a a Pleasanton based support group for Asbury United Methodist Church, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, John Knox Presbyterian Church, Livermore. concert of Lessons and Carols. Based on those who have a loved one serving in the 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. 486 S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. wor- 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship Christ Church (a nondenominational the 100 year old tradition held at King’s Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. ship service. Bible Study/Sunday School service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for evangelical church formerly meeting in College, Cambridge every Christmas Eve, the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share Calvary Chapel Livermore, meetings 10:20. Bible Basics Class, which explores ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo this selection of sacred texts and music concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys Sundays at 10 a.m. Robert Livermore the main teachings of the Bible, meets at Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group Mocho Elementary School, 1040 Florence is designed to enhance celebration of the that are experienced. There is no better Community Center, 4444 East Ave., 7:00 Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth Rd., Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 Christmas season. Suggested donation: support than being surrounded by others Livermore. (925) 447-4357 - www. [email protected] for more info. group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. a.m.; Educational Classes for all ages at $10 and free admission to students 18 and who know what you are going through. calvarylivermore.org. Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. 11:00 a.m. Fall adult education course: under. In addition to donations, the church Three times per year, the group collect United Christian Church, www. East Avenue, Livermore; worship service Livermore Quakers: Unprogrammed “Human Sexuality: Biblical and Theo- is also accepting any canned or dry goods supplies and sends care packages to the uccliv.org, a gay-welcoming congrega- 10:15 a.m. Sundays. www.trivalleychurch. worship, Mondays at 7pm, 1886 College logical Perspectives,” taught by Robert for distribution to families in need during troops. Contact [email protected] for tion offering community and spiritual org. Ave. (United Christian Church). More W. Evans (Ph.D. in clinical psychology the holiday season and throughout the the location of the next meeting. encouragement for questioners, seekers Bethel Family Christian Center, information: LivermoreQuakers@gmail. and Ph.D. in systematic theology). visit: year. Proceeds to benefit the Music Ministy Livermore Military Families, a and risk-takers. Worships on Sunday 501 North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are com or (925) 315-7170. www.christchurch-trivalley.org or call of St. Raymond and City-Serve of the support group for families in Livermore morning at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome. Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Unity of Tri-Valley - 7567 Amador 925.846.0665. Tri-Valley. St. Raymond Catholic Church. who have a loved one serving in the 1886 College Ave. at M St., Livermore; call Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 am Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, annual 11555 Shannon Ave., Dublin. Military, is intended to be a safe place for 449-6820 for more information. Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- Sunday service. Dec. 13th speaker: Rev. Chanukah party on Friday, December 11 at Asbury United Methodist Church family members to come and share their Granada Baptist Church, 945 Con- lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 Micah Murdock; guest musician: Suzanne 6:00 pm. The event will take place at the located at 4743 East Avenue in Livermore experiences and concerns with others who cannon Boulevard, Livermore. Services: a.m. - Elementary aged children go to Baldwin. All are welcome. Ongoing groups Ireland home, located at 19663 Fremery is having a Community Christmas Pop understand what they are going through. Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; worship Kid’s Church following worship, nursery and activities. www.unityoftrivalley.org Court, Castro Valley. Secular humanistic Up Pageant for all ages this Sunday, All family members are welcome to attend service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. 1-888- available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the 925.829.2733. candle lighting ceremony, latkes, dreidles, December 13th at 5:30pm with a potluck meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday 805-7151. Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors friends, and fun! Please bring a potato, a soup and sandwich dinner following. 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2015

LARPD's New Recreation Manager Begins Work

Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD) welcomed a new Division Manager to its team on Nov. 16. Patricia Lord, LARPD’s new Division Manager for Recreation, comes from the City of Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Department. There she served as Recreation Division Manager from 2014 until joining LARPD, and held other positions in Santa Clare for several years prior. She also worked for the City of Sunnyvale for 11 years, including serving as Recreation Manager. “As the new Recreation Division Manager, it is a pleasure to be part of the LARPD team in support of our mission,” Lord said. A resident of Tracy, Lord holds a master’s degree in public administration and a bachelor’s degree in recreation PATRICIA LORD administration, both from San Jose State University. She has been an active member of the California Parks and on the Board of Directors of the mayor-appointed San Jose Recreation Society, and also served in a volunteer capacity Arena Authority for eight years.

Finalists Chosen in 'There Ought to Be A Law' Contest; Neima Khaila (right) founded a successful clothing Opportunity to Vote for Favorite company. Assemblywoman Catharine B. Baker (R-San Ramon) be impressed with the thoughtful and dedicated efforts put announced the three finalists for the “There Ought To Be forward by so many of our students,” Baker stated. “All of Former Student Offers Tips on A Law” video contest. The contest was open to all high the submissions show merit. Only after careful consideration school students in the 16th Assembly District. The contest have we narrowed it down to three submissions.” Marketing and Economics winner will have the opportunity to join Assemblywoman These three finalists’ videos have been added to the Baker at the State Capitol to introduce his or her bill before Assemblywoman’s YouTube page (https://www.youtube. On November 16th, 2015, Foothill High School DECA the California State Assembly in committee and receive com/playlist?list=PLVc9ndoWpgkRiI2Fc3WzUNvYL- hosted Neima Khaila, the CEO and founder of Pink Dol- recognition by the Assembly. 9POHZGc). The public is invited to vote for a favorite phin. As a part of Global Entrepreneur Week, students had The three finalists are Ahana Sen, and Devika Oak the video by clicking the YouTube “like” button on the video the chance to meet several entrepreneurs and listen to their group entry by Alexander Lee, James Zeng, and Steven Yuan they want to have win. When the contest ends on December stories. Khaila talked about his past experience as an entrepreneur For this contest, students were asked to identify a problem 17th, the video with the most “likes” wins. and how he founded his now successful clothing company. impacting California that they believe requires a legislative Baker added, “I am very grateful for the hard work of so Neima Khaila is a Foothill DECA alumnus who has solution, and to propose a bill idea to address the issue. In many students in the 16th District. I will be honored to carry been visiting annually to speak to the ROP Marketing and a short 2 to 5 minute video, students were to explain the any of these measures in the Assembly, and look forward Economics of Business Ownership classes. During his pre- problem that their bill addresses, the details of what their seeing the results of the contest." sentation, he spoke about how Pink Dolphin started, some bill would do to solve it, and evidence to support the need of his marketing techniques, and discussed the upcoming for their proposed legislation. Students were also encouraged winter clothing line. Students were given the opportunity to submit an optional essay component. to ask questions to learn more about his path to success. Within their video or optional essay, students were asked Foothill DECA is a Career and Technical Student orga- to address why the problem they identified should be solved nization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs by state government rather than local or federal government, in four fields of business: marketing, finance, hospitality, the private sector, or non-profits, and how the proposed Katherine Klem of Livermore, was one of 38 University of Dallas students to present her "Junior Poet" project. These presentations and management. DECA integrates into classroom instruc- legislation will be funded. Students were also reminded that are the culmination of intensive research and writing on a major tion, applies learning, connects to business, and promotes their proposed law idea need not necessarily create a new English-language poet and are required of all English majors in competition in order to prepare the next generation to be program or regulation; rather, their idea could be to repeal, order to satisfy degree requirements, though students from other academically prepared, community oriented, professionally replace, or modify an existing law. majors choose to take the course as well. Klem's presentation was responsible, and experienced leaders. “We received many terrific submissions. I continue to on the poetry of Richard Wilbur.