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The dismantling of the Canyon Bridge continued after darkness fell on Sept. 26. Photo Andy Scheck Canyon Bridge dismantling and rebuilding begins By Sophie Braccini he old Canyon Bridge is gone. It had been closed to of the bridge following the landslide of the adjacent hill explains that the demolition was a necessary step before the Ttraffi c for over fi ve months, though it had been ru- was the second major infrastructure incident within a year installation of a temporary one-lane bridge that will reopen mored that bicyclists and walkers had occasionally of each other that plagued the town of Moraga and stressed access by the end of November to the Oakland hills and been trespassing. The declaration of instability and closing its fi nancial status. The Moraga public works department the community of Canyon. ... continued on page A5

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The Second Street apartment property at the center of the rent controversy. Photo Pippa Fisher Students make use of the new Academy period Sept. 29 at Acalanes High School to learn ent review programs are unusual in a small pros and cons of just such a program. about the various clubs on campus. Photo John T. Miller R y all accounts, most stakeholders more effi cient use of academic time, re- town such as Lafayette but following com- In a packed room Sept. 25 the council heard B plaints in August from residents whose rents from both renters and landlords with tensions in the Acalanes Union High School duction of stress and anxiety, and more have been escalating by as much as 20 percent, running high as they attempted to determine District are fi nding the new bell and block time for collaboration between teachers the Lafayette City Council is examining the whether or not to ... continued on page A11 schedule is accomplishing its purpose of and students. ... continued on page A11 Civic News A1-A12 Life in Lamorinda B1-B10 Health B5-B8 Sports C1-C4 Our Homes D1-D16 Salomon stays as Orinda THT Season Special Acalanes Spruce city manager – page A6 opens with Healthy girls golf up front musical fairy Lifestyle gets into entries Fire Districts A8 tale – page Section – swing – with B1 page B4 page C1 seasonal Community input collected plants – for new MOFD fi re chief page D1 position – page A8 Page: A2 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 3654A HAPPY VALLEY ROAD, LAFAYETTE JUST LISTED! | 3654AHAPPYVALLEYROAD.COM | OFFERED AT $1,900,000

Public Meetings City Council Tuesday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m. Build your dream home in the heart of Happy Valley! This rare, pancake-flat 1± acre parcel is tucked along one Lafayette Library & Learning Center, of Lafayette’s most prestigious streets. This exceptional piece of land is located minutes from Hwy. 24, BART, town, & trails. In addition, it is ideally situated close to Happy Valley Elementary School and is in the top-rated Community Hall, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette & Acalanes Unified School Districts! Planning Commission LAFAYETTE’S #1 REALTOR SINCE 2008 Monday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m. Lafayette Library & Learning Center, 925.339.1918 DANAGREENTEAM.COM Community Hall, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd. |LICENSE #: 01482454 Design Review Tuesday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m. Lafayette Library & Learning Center, Lafayette decides against accepting “Crosses” land donation Arts & Science Discovery Center, By Pippa Fisher 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd. nized institution. the suggestions in Clark’s letter of School Board Meetings In a Sept. 7 letter to the council, a Crosses of Lafayette Peace Me- Acalanes Union High School District Clark set out his offer to donate the morial, city park and a city-owned Wednesday, Oct. 4, 7 p.m. land. He explained that he needs to metered BART parking lot. Clark AUHSD Board Room 1212 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette adjust the lot lines on their land of explained this was his vision for the www.acalanes.k12.ca.us about 5 acres to allow each of two land.

Lafayette School District existing, run down houses to sit on Following Council Member Wednesday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m. their own parcel of land in order to Mark Mitchell’s concern about the Regular Board Meeting sell. In so doing he wishes to do- time constraints for getting this District Offi ce Board Room nate the remaining parcel contain- done before the end of the year, 3477 School St., Lafayette ing the crosses by the end of this Samson said that the less informa- www.lafsd.k12.ca.us year in order to offset capital gains tion they have about conditions of Check online for agendas, meeting from a recent sale of an apartment the offer, the more it decreases the notes and announcements The Crosses Memorial on Deerhill Road Photo Pippa Fisher property. chances of meeting the required City of Lafayette: afayette city council members U.S. servicemen and women who The council discussed the topic deadline – a point Vice Mayor Don www.ci.lafayette.ca.us Lhad mixed reactions to Charles have died in Iraq and Afghanistan. at the Sept. 25 city council meeting Tatzin agreed with. Phone: (925) 284-1968 Clark’s recent offer to donate the Born of Jeff Heaton’s idea, Chamber of Commerce: which appeared on the agenda only In answer to Council Member well-known 2.7-acre property on the memorial was built by a small under “written communications” in Cam Burks’ question regarding www.lafayettechamber.org Deerhill Road, known as “The group of people from the area in order to determine whether or not whether religious symbols could Crosses of Lafayette” to the city. 2006 on the hillside land donated to take it forward and place it on a stay on city land, Lafayette City At- The thousands of white wood- by Johnson and Louise Clark. The future agenda. torney Mala Subramanian said she en crosses, visible from BART and Crosses Memorial, which started as Council Member Ivor Samson would not recommend it. from Highway 24 which sit oppo- a controversial anti-war statement, was concerned about future uses ... continued on page A11 site the BART station on Deerhill has now become world renown and of the land and whether it was be- Lafayette Police Department Road, represent a memorial to the is now a memorial, and a recog- ing offered “free and clear” given Incident Summary Report Sept. 10-23 800 Block Mountain View Dr. Alarms 83 1200 Block Warner Ct. Another Moraga Road accident prompts further 911 Calls (incl hang-ups) 10 1300 Block El Curtola Blvd. Noise Complaints 9Litter Traffi c Stops discussion of bicycle, pedestrian safety 182 3700 Block Mosswood Dr. Suspicious Circumstances 16 Sessions Rd./Sierra Vista Way (2) By Pippa Fisher Suspicious Subjects 29 Loitering or the second time in just over two Suspicious Vehicles 25 3600 Block Happy Valley Rd. Fmonths another person has been hit Service to Citizen 34 900 Block Of Oakhill Rd. on Moraga Road. Animal Cruelty Lost Property The most recent incident happened 3500 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. 900 Block Janet Ln. Auto Burglary Ordinance Violation on Wednesday, Sept. 27 and involved a 3400 Block Echo Springs Rd. 3200 Block Driftwood Dr. cyclist and a Mercedes at the intersec- Battery Oak View Cr./Hawthorn Dr. tion of Moraga Road and St. Mary’s 1200 Block Pleasant Hill Rd. 1000 Block 2Nd St. Road. This follows the July 24 pedes- 3500 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. Patrol Request trian fatality on the same road at the Lafayette Cir. Reliez Valley Rd./Silver Dell Rd. Moraga Boulevard traffi c lights. 3400 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. Petty Theft Lamorinda Weekly publishers Andy Civil Disturbance 3500 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. (2) and Wendy Scheck drove past the scene 3500 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. Police Department Civil Problem 700 Block Glenside Cr. shortly after the accident had taken 1000 Block Via Roble 3200 Block Ortega Ave. place. They said that the front wind- Commercial Burglary 900 Block Carol Ln. shield of the Mercedes was shattered 3400 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. 900 Block Bell St. This busy intersection on Moraga Road was the scene of an accident and looked as if it had borne the brunt Disturbance-Fight Petty Theft Bicycle between a car and cyclist on Sept. 27. The bicyclist on Moraga Road of the impact from the cyclist hitting the Olympic Blvd./Reliez Station Rd. 900 Block S Thompson Rd. had a green light at the same time the light for the left turn lane onto Disturbing The Peace Petty Theft From Vehicle St. Mary’s Road was green. Photo Pippa Fisher windshield. ... continued on page A10 3300 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. 1000 Block Upper Happy Valley Rd. 1000 Block Pleasant Hill Rd. Public Assembly Check 3600 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. Art And Wine Festival 900 Block Moraga Rd. Public Nuisance JIM COLHOUN PRESENTS Drunk In Public 3600 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. 60 Block Lafayette Cr. 900 Block Moraga Rd. (2) 56 Merrill Circle N 4467 Terra Granada Unit 3A Dui Misdemeanor El Curtola Blvd./Eb Sr 24 MORAGA Deer Hill Rd./Brown Ave. Rohrer Dr./Merriewood Dr. ROSSMOOR Moraga Rd./Old Mountain View Dr. 3600 Block Mt. Diablo Blvd. Fire/Ems Response Info 500 Block Block Silverado Dr. 1000 Block Via Roble 3500 Block Mt. 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At a recent city council be profi table in the long term over meeting however a unanimous vote 50 years or so, while costing more brought that dream slightly closer. money out-the-door in the interme- The board members were dis- diate future of 20-30 years or so cussing a recently prepared fi nan- than renting. He pointed out it is cial model with a view to directing a “trade off” but that there is more staff on the next steps. certainty in buying. Vice Mayor Don Tatzin pre- ... continued on page A11 1873 St. Andrews Drive, Moraga 503 Augusta Drive, Moraga Unbelievable views of golf course. Wonderful MCC home with a lovely Sustainable Lafayette’s Expanded Wimbledon, 3063 sqft, backyard. Expanded Sequoia, over 4Br, 3Ba plus office. Great for entertaining. 3700 sqft, 4Br, 2.5 Ba, light & bright. Special! next film night highlights $1,650,000$1,650,000 www.1873StAndrewsDr.com $1,395,000 www.503AugustaDr.com New Just ‘gangster gardeners’ Price! Sold! 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3676 Hastings Court, Lafayette | Price Upon Request From left: Retired Acalanes High School Digital Design Instructor Susan This wonderful 3BD/2.5BA, 1886± sq. ft. home is meticulously updated with beautiful Lane with Acalanes student Miles Wiesenthal, holding his winning poster, finishes. The gourmet kitchen, open floor plan, cathedral ceilings and floor to ceiling and Lafayette Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jay Lifson. windows in the living spaces are fabulous. The great room and living room both overlook a sparkling pool, outdoor BBQ, covered patio and a large grass area. The property spans Photo provided 1.10± acres with views of the surrounding hills and is ideally located near downtown t’s October and fall is in the air, among the runners – in past years Lafayette, BART and award-winning schools. Iwhich means the Lafayette Res- Lafayette City Manager Steve Falk ervoir Run is right around the cor- and several other members of city ner. staff have been spotted along with Stunning Private Retreat The traditional “Res Run” – several city council members. now in its 25th year – has some- Lafayette Chamber of Com- thing for everyone, with a 5k, a 10k merce Executive Director Jay Lif- and a 2-mile distance. The event is son says he would love to run but always popular and usually attracts will be a little busy with keeping close to 2,000 runners with an the event running smoothly. “Fall equal number of spectators cheer- is my favorite time of the year. The ing them on and enjoying the party. air is cold and crisp, the colors are This year’s Res Run takes places spectacular and sense of commu- on Sunday, Oct. 22, with staggered nity is best displayed at this annual start times at 8 a.m., 8:15 a.m. and event.” 8:45 a.m. The 5k and 10k races are chip- All courses are an out-and-back timed and certifi ed, with the former format so all runners come back to- being fl at and fast. The 10k takes 4144 Canyon Road, Lafayette | $2,850,000 gether and enjoy the Healthy Life- runners up and around the gorgeous Nestled above Happy Valley on 3.98± acres of pure serenity, is Canyon Oaks Ranch. This styles Fair, live music and kid zone Lafayette Reservoir for those who is a unique opportunity to own an amazing property with endless possibilities. The four bedroom, four bathroom, single level home features floor to ceiling glass, views of the in the festive atmosphere. All par- want a slightly hillier challenge surrounding hills and Mt. Diablo. The estate includes a one bedroom, one bathroom ticipants receive a goody bag and (no dogs or strollers allowed). The guest house and barn with tack room, three stalls, hay loft, electricity and water. Close to T-shirt. 2-mile course is a run/walk for fun downtown, Hwy 24 and BART. The annual race is put on by the with no timing and is perfect for Lafayette Chamber of Commerce kids. PRICE GALLEGOS GROUP and cosponsored by the City of La- Each year the Chamber asks lo- fayette to benefi t Lafayette schools cal high school students to create Amy S. Price & Christine Gallegos and Chamber programs. Specifi - the poster for the run. This year’s 925 997 6808 | 415 606 2047 cally the money raised for schools winning poster was designed by pricegallegos.com has helped provide instructional as- Acalanes High School student [email protected] sistants, fi eld trip funding and tech- Miles Wiesenthal. [email protected] nology in classrooms. To sign up runners or walkers License # 01433269 | 01896511 The Res Run is family friendly should go to the Chamber website with lots of children, grandparents, and follow the link http://www. parents with strollers and dogs lafayettechamber.org/events/reser- all entering to take part in the fun voir-run/. Registration includes a along with some serious runners. It T-shirt and runner packet. is not unusual to see familiar faces License # 0186677 Page: A4 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017

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Moraga Pre-Market Sale Public Meetings City Council Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7 p.m. Council Chambers and Community Meeting Room, 335 Rheem Blvd. Planning Commission Call the experts for a superior experience buying or selling your home today! 925.639.3904 Monday, Oct. 16, 7 p.m. Council Chambers and Community Meeting Room, 335 Rheem Blvd. Moraga’s new unique park will need some TLC Design Review By Sophie Braccini Monday, Oct. 9, 7 p.m. resources is a rare thing. As a par- in the creek just before the park Council Chambers and Community ent she was surprised that when begins. He explains that the fi sh Meeting Room, 335 Rheem Blvd. children in local schools were live in the Upper San Leandro School Board Meetings studying local habitats, animals Reservoir and travel up the local Moraga School District and plants, much of the work creeks to spawn. Thursday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m. was done in the classroom. Mal- Wildlife were spotted in Joaquin Moraga Intermediate School colm Sproul, a Moraga resident several areas on a recent early Auditorium and principal at environmental morning visit to the park: Hum- 1010 Camino Pablo, Moraga consulting fi rm LSA, has been mingbirds were happily gleaning www.moraga.k12.ca.us a strong supporter of the project nectar from the California fuchsia See also AUHSD meeting page A2 and believes that anything that that have been planted by Sum- Check online for agendas, meeting takes children outside and away merHill with other native plants notes and announcements from electronics is good. in several patches throughout Town of Moraga: This reporter has visited the the park; a majestic pair of white www.moraga.ca.us park on several occasions with tailed kites was perched in the Phone: (925) 888-7022 Sproul and Barbara Preston, trees, black phoebes fl ew by; of Chamber of Commerce: another resident who has been course jays and crows were pres- www.moragachamber.org working to save Moraga histori- ent; Sproul identifi ed the drop- Malcolm Sproul looks at interpretative signs in the new West Commons Moraga Citizens’ Network: cal pear trees for many years. pings of a grey fox next to the Park. Photo Sophie Braccini www.moragacitizensnetwork.org oraga Mayor Teresa On- The entrance brings visitors The fi rst impression one gets trail; he also noticed that a small M on the access bridge is a very tree had been somewhat abused Moraga oda has been a longtime over an aesthetically pleasing advocate of the concept of a pas- bridge, constructed by Summer- nice view of the riparian corri- by a buck polishing its antlers. Police sive park that provides access to Hill Homes. In 2014 the devel- dor along Laguna Creek. Sproul The interpretative signs in the Report examples of what natural Mor- oper signed a development agree- points to native plants, trees and park offer a nice complement to shrubs that grow there. A very the exploration. Summary aga was like through different ment with the town to build the well made interpretive sign de- Maintenance challenges were covers Sept. 17 phases of its history. As of Sept. homes adjacent to the park along tails all the natural elements pres- also obvious in the park. The to 24 23 residents of all ages can now Camino Ricardo, provided that visit West Commons Park, a pas- it would transform the undevel- ent in the corridor: California large fl at area that comprises Alarms 16 sive park in the middle of town oped 2.5 acres into a passive park Buckeyes, Coast Live Oaks, Ar- the larger part of the 2.5 acres is Noise Complaints 12 across from the Commons Park with two access bridges. Onoda royo Willows, Coffee berry, to mostly covered by what should 911 Calls (includes hang-ups) 2 name a few. be grassland, studded with very Traffi c stops on Moraga Road, as an education was on the planning commission 54 Sproul explains that having old pear trees, and surrounded Suspicious Circumstances and relaxation resource. While when the concept was discussed 5 portions of the riparian corridor by more native trees and bushes. Suspicious Subjects 3 the park has many assets, both in and she said that the passive park thus protected is also allowing Instead, the grassland is con- Suspicious Vehicles 2 terms of beauty and information- concept was always what she Abandoned Vehicle al resources, tree maintenance championed. wildlife to thrive. Animal species taminated by bristly ox tongue, a 100 block Miramonte Dr and invasive weed removal could Onoda explains that a recre- that have been spotted along the highly invasive non-native weed Animal Cruelty present challenges that town staff ation space, in the middle of a creek include frogs and turtles, as that has been spreading through- Safeway might not be equipped to face. town, that presents local natural well as rainbow trout. Sproul re- out Moraga. Brandishing a Weapon members spotting a 16-inch trout ... continued on page A11 Moraga Commons Park Burglary, Commercial Safeway Don’t park on the street for more than three days Burglary, Residential By Sophie Braccini 200 block Corliss Civil he public may not know that King noted after the meeting that neighborhood a resident has enough and that the rule should be 200 block Corliss Tis not permitted to leave vehi- that his department has had to tow consistently parked a large trailer to move vehicles at least 200 feet 300 block Birchwood Dr cles parked in the right of way con- vehicles, but it is usually an aban- that is both unsightly and a safety after that time has elapsed. The Counterfeit tinuously for more than 72 hours doned car not belonging to anyone hazard. King confi rmed he was council approved a fi nal version Safeway in Moraga. Cars and other vehicles in Moraga. aware of the situation and had been of the text including exception for Credit Fraud have to be in garages or driveways, A Sanders Drive area resident unable to intervene so far. ADA vehicles on Sept. 27. 2000 block Donald Dr Disturbance, Juvenile not sitting on the street. Until now, came to the Sept. 13 meeting to A majority of the council mem- however, there were no ordinances express support of the new rule: in bers agreed that 72 hours was 2100 block Ascot Dr Sanders Ranch Rd/Camino Pablo in the municipal code allowing the 70 block Miramonte Dr police department to enforce the Disturbing the Peace rule. reported to police Chief of police Jon King says Excessive Speed parking all types of vehicles in the Local Knowledge | Extraordinary Results 80 block Rheem Blvd public right of way has been a re- Rheem Blvd/Fernwood Dr current issue in Moraga, and can be Moraga Commons Park a hazard when people leave large 100 block Draeger Concierge Real EstateEsta Services trailers or recreational vehicles on Moraga/St Mary’s the street for days on end. Neigh- Moraga/Buckingham CombinedC 40+ yearss ooff unparalleledunpaaraallele ed seservice Larch/Canyon Rd bors complain, and owners merely Health & Safety Violation move the contentious vehicle a few Representing buyersers & sesellersllers in LLamorindaamorinda address n/a inches when the police ask them to Hit & Run remove it. TrendT setting mamarketingrkketiing customizedcustomiizedd fforor eacheach hhohomeme 1900 block Ascot Dr The new proposal, which was Nations introduced on Sept. 13 and ap- ID Theft Committed to helping you achieve your goals proved at the Sept. 27 Moraga location n/a Mentally Ill Commitment Town Council meeting, is to al- location n/a low for 72-hour parking with the Missing Adult possibility of asking for an ad- BernieBernie & 300 block Rheem Blvd ditional 72-hour permit from the RRyersonyerson TeamTeam Panhandling police department; after that time, 1500 block Canyon Rd the vehicle will have to be moved Police/Fire/ EMS on private grounds or at least 200 Campolindo High School feet away. Commercial vehicles Are you considering selling your home? 300 block Fernwood Reckless Driving are prohibited from being parked in residential neighborhoods, but If so, please give us a call for assistance. We would be happy to provide Moraga Rd/Draeger Revoked License owners can also ask for a 72-hour you with a complimentary market analysis of your home’s value, as well as Moraga Rd/Fire Station 42 permit. a comprehensive marketing plan detailing how to get you the highest sale 300 block Rheem Blvd Some of the council members price in today’s market! Shoplift were surprised to learn that they 400 block Center St could have been unintentionally Theft, Petty infringing on the law by parking Bernieie & Ryerson Team 80 block Courter Ln their vehicles on the street for more 925 200 2222 or 925 878 9685 than three days. King said that the [email protected] Share your thoughts, insights practice is not for his offi cers to be on the lookout for these types of in- [email protected] and opinions with your fractions. 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Town attempts to combat negative press coverage at council meeting Publicize Your Event on By Jennifer Wake The Electronic Community The Moraga Town Council at its Sept. 27 meet- presented more from your point of view and not in- ing briefl y discussed the necessity to respond cluded the voices of people who disagree with current Information Sign! offi cially to the Sept. 15 San Francisco Chronicle ar- town policies. Respectfully, that is not how news cov- ticle, “Town tapped out: Moraga’s fi scal crisis shocks, erage works. … Our news decisions refl ect topics we baffl es residents.” Staff felt that that the article text believe will better inform people in the Bay Area and MORA GA PARKS & RECREATION misrepresented the town and contained many errors, Northern California. Our role is to inspire informed 925-888-7045 • www.moragarec.com and it wrote a draft response to the article to be sent civic discourse, and we reject pressure to tilt cover- to the paper. age in any direction. We report hundreds of stories a The draft letter listed 13 bulleted responses to por- week. As I often say, there has never been a story we tions of the article, including areas of discrepancy in couldn’t have made better with more time and the ben- how comparisons were made between Moraga and oth- efi t of hindsight, but there is a large void between that er cities that had declared fi scal emergencies, a more an (sic) actual factual errors that mislead voters. I hope detailed explanation about the town’s much needed you come to see the distinction.” storm drain repairs, and how comparisons to the City The council members agreed that what mattered of Orinda’s total operating budget were fl awed due to most was their constituency, the Moraga residents, and how police contract positions are included in Orinda’s that the town should focus on publishing any clarifi - annuall fall salaries and benefi ts allocation. cations or corrections to information stated in the ar- The council members acknowledged that while ticle on its website. Mayor Teresa Onoda and Council DEMO BIKE they believed that the article contained factual errors, Member Kymberleigh Korpus volunteered to work on engaging in a battle with the media was a waste of time this text, which will be brought back to council at a BLOWOUT and energy. News of the agendized item and a copy later time. 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Check online for agendas, meeting Downtown Development notes and announcements When asked about the reports on down- City of Orinda: town development by the Urban Land Insti- www.cityoforinda.org tute and the National Main Street program, Phone (925) 253-4200 Salomon noted that while both had any num- Chamber of Commerce: ber of recommendations in them, both reports www.orindachamber.org were done by people who don’t live or work The Orinda Association: in Orinda. “Some of what they recommended www.orindaassociation.org may not be appropriate for Orinda, and some of it may be,” he said. “Some process will be required to identify what kinds of things they want to work on. For example, daylighting San Pablo Creek would be a long-term thing, Orinda Police Department very complicated. But other things might be Incident Summary Report Aug. 27 to Sept. 9 able to be done relatively inexpensively, if Alarms people want to do it.” One example would 58 The Orinda City Council welcomes Steve Salomon as new city manager, from left: Inga Miller, Amy Noise Complaints be to utilize Bryant Way more effectively for 7 Worth, Eve Phillips, Steve Salomon, Dean Orr and Darlene Gee. Photo Sora O’Doherty 911 Calls (includes hang-ups) 2 parking. Traffi c Stops 48 teve Salomon has had a successful career His contract will run to the end of June “People here,” Salomon said, “they want it Suspicious Circumstances 11 Sin local government over the past 40 years. 2019, and his base pay will be $224,640 per to stay Orinda; they don’t want it to be some- Suspicious Subjects 16 He previously served 17 years as Visalia’s city year, with a possible 3 percent increase in Feb- place else.” Salomon says he doesn’t think Suspicious Vehicles 30 there are going to be any dramatic changes Abandoned Vehicle manager, was Albany’s city administrator, and ruary or March 2018. Salomon will have 90 right away, or perhaps even in the long term, Tahos/Hidden Valley Rd city manager for the cities of Watsonville and percent health benefi ts, $800 a month for a car, Barking Dog Hercules. He also worked for the city of Con- and other benefi ts. but he does think that there are some areas 40 block Hilldale Ct cord in a variety of positions and has served Explaining his philosophy, Salomon said, where there could be consensus. “You have Battery in numerous leadership positions within the “Part of what I hope to do is give folks in the to work on things that are both short term and 100 block Sleepy Hollow Ln California Redevelopment Association, Con- organization the opportunity to grow and work long term.” Burglary, Commercial tra Costa City Manager’s Group, and South on things they might not have under other cir- In the past, Salomon has worked in cities 200 block Village Square Disturbance San Joaquin Valley Division of the League cumstances. You have to have a certain amount that have cared about their downtowns: in Wat- Rheem Blvd/Moraga Via of California Cities – City Managers’ Depart- of faith in the folks who work for you,” he add- sonville right after the Loma Prieta Earthquake Orinda Intermediate School ment, and is a member of the International ed, noting that he has tried to only get involved that pretty much destroyed downtown, and in Donald Dr/Alice Ln City/Council Management Association. where he thinks he is needed. Visalia, which Salomon says has the strongest Dispute Now Salomon, who has been serving as Praised by the city council for his fi nancial downtown in the Central Valley, even though Nation’s interim city manger after taking over from Ja- acumen, Salomon commented, “Every city it isn’t by the water and isn’t a college town. Safeway, Lafayette Salomon said the residents cared a great deal 100 block El Toyonal net Keeter who retired in in late February, is that I’ve worked in I’ve tried to leave it in bet- 40 block Underhill Rd Orinda’s new city manager. ter fi nancial shape than when I arrived, even if about the downtown and it went from an A to 10 block Yosemite Rd Why did Salomon, who might be enjoy- it was already in good condition.” an A-plus. 30 block Oakwood Rd ing a comfortable retirement, agree to take the Orinda is in a relatively fragile fi nancial “They did lots of things, some of which Death, non-criminal job? “It was a combination of things,” he said. status, and has projects such as Camino So- I would have never believed when I started,” 30 block Via Floreado he said. Visalia is near Sequoia National Park, DUI “I have really enjoyed working with the city brante stabilization and Ironbark Circle to so the city runs the transit system there. They Hwy 24/St Stephen’s Dr council, staff and community, and we’ve ac- complete. Salomon would like to reduce costs Casa Vieja/Moraga Way complished a fair amount. It got to the point and bring in some revenue raising matters, developed a special shuttle bus from May to Fraud where things might get done faster than other- such as a Transient Occupancy Tax on short- September as a tourism-related thing. Visalia 100 block El Toyonal wise” if he accepted the job. term rentals, for example. “Orinda contacted has a trolley similar to Walnut Creek’s that 10 block Bates Blvd Salomon negotiated a relatively unusual Airbnb because we knew that they had agree- runs around downtown. When Visalia got a Health & Safety Violation agreement: he won’t be working full time, but ments with other cities, and adopted a Short multiscreen movie theater and a grant for a Donald Dr/Hall Dr (2) children’s museum, they very deliberately put Wilder 90 percent, he receives no severance pay and Term Rental Ordinance requiring registra- ID Theft no management leave. The city was fl exible, tion,” he said. them in downtown. 200 block Sundown Terr Salomon noted, because they wanted him to “I would have never guessed that I would The number of restaurants doubled dur- Reported to police stay. end up being a city manager. Would have nev- ing the time Salomon was there. “It got to the Injury Accident “I’ve been working with Steve for over six er thought about it. When I graduated from point,” Salomon said, “where people would 500 block Moraga Way come to the downtown, wander around, and Panhandling months now,” Orinda Mayor Eve Phillips said. high school good in math, people told me I then decide where to eat when. Orinda has lots 60 block Moraga Way “I know he will do well in this job. I look for- should go into engineering. What I learned Safeway ward to him leaving his imprint on the city and helped me over the years, but I didn’t want to of potential to work on, but you have to work Police/Fire/ EMS taking it to the next level.” work on the design of the bridge or road, but on what works for the community.” 10 block Via Callados Prowler 10 block Frogs Leap Way 500 block Miner Rd Orinda Town Hall with Baker, Andersen, and Phillips Public Nuisance By Sora O’Doherty 40 block Oak Rd 20 block Orinda Way auditorium. The event was well at- increase revenues for Contra Costa part of the Town Hall, managed to Reckless Driving tended, with most of the audience County. get an inspector general for BART, Donald Dr/Hall Dr on the more mature side and very Cindy Swanson, a 12-year resi- although the position is not inde- San Pablo Dam Rd/Bear Creek polite. There were no protests, and dent of Lafayette, spoke against a pendent: BART gets to select three Miner Rd/Camino Sobrante little contention. measure signed by the governor names from which the position will Camino Pablo/Camino Sobrante Everyone was in agreement in last year that prevents companies be fi lled. Andersen advocates for San Pablo Dam Rd/Wildcat Ct (2) opposing Senate Bill 35, which re- that boycott or discriminate against local control and for creating jobs San Pablo Dam Rd/Camino Pablo Glorietta Blvd/Overhill Rd moves local control over housing in any sovereign state, including Is- in communities rather than fi ghting Moraga Way/Glorietta Blvd (2) localities found not to have met state rael, from doing business with the for transit villages. Las Vegas Rd/El Verano housing goals, signed into law Sept. state. Baker stated that she support- Safety was also of signifi cant Moraga Way/Whitehall Dr 29 by Gov. Jerry Brown. Legislators ed the legislation. She said that she concern to all. Although crimes Moraga Way/Orchard Rd and public at the town hall agreed supported the measure that took a on individuals have decreased, Moraga Way/Orchard Ct the bill will take away local control. stand against anti-Semitism, espe- property crime has risen by dou- Moraga Way/Brookwood Rd Camino Pablo/Miner Rd One area where not everyone cially during last year’s election, ble digits in the area, according to Theft, Petty was in agreement was the proposed which saw, as she called it, “a lot of Baker. Andersen praised Lafayette 30 block Overhill Rd (2) raising of the dam at Los Vaque- backwards steps.” Police Chief Eric Christensen as 10 block Hilldale Ct ros Reservoir by 49 feet. Orinda A big topic was BART parking the “poster child for crime preven- Wagner Ranch Elementary Assemblywoman Catharine Baker resident Richard Coleman asked and Highway 24 access. Transpor- tion.” Phillips said there is a broad 30 block Daryl Dr Trespass at the Sept. 25 Town Hall. if any other alternatives had been tation, Baker noted, can make your consensus for police cameras in Photo Sora O’Doherty 300 block Camino Sobrante (2) considered and if the assembly- day miserable all day long. Baker Orinda and that there has been a Uncontrollable Juvenile ssemblywoman Catharine woman supported the proposal. has authored legislation to require decrease in crime because of the 20 block Warford Terr ABaker, County Supervisor Baker replied that the dam is exist- transportation dollars to be spent cameras. She opposes automatic Vandalism Candace Andersen and Orinda ing infrastructure, and that raising only on transportation projects cameras because the data is avail- McDonnell Nursery Mayor Eve Phillips held a town hall it could provide additional storage without diversion to any other ar- able to federal authorities, but she Warrant Arrest to interact with their constituents that would allow other counties to eas. She mentioned that State Sen. said that the city is doing its best to Shell Gas on Sept. 25 at the Orinda Library bank water. If this happens, it will Steve Glazier, who was present for keep residents private and safe. Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A7 October ADAPT events focus Now is a great time to sell a home! on underage drinking, drug use The local market remains very strong due to very short By Sora O’Doherty supply and high demand. There's still time this year to wo upcoming events in Lam- the district has taken on to ensure take advantage of the extremely favorable seller's market. Torinda will examine alcohol the health and wellness and safety and drug use in the community, and of all students. Call me today for a free consult and personalized plan especially among local youth. On A dinner discussion about alco- that will net you top $ for your home! Oct. 11 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in hol and drug use in the community the Sarge Littlefi eld Community will be held from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. Integrity Knowledge Results Room, Orinda City Hall, the Al- Oct. 19 at the Lafayette Library in Frank Woodward CalBRE#01335916 cohol and Drug Abuse Prevention the Homework Room. Residents Team (ADAPT) will discuss what’s of Lamorinda are invited to share Realtor®, Luxury Property Specialist going on in the schools and ideas their stories about underage drink- T. 925.788.4963 for projects the coalition can col- ing and drug use. Over dinner, par- [email protected] laborate on with local schools. ticipants can talk about major is- ©2017 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing At that meeting participants sues surrounding underage alcohol Opportunity. Each Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Office is Owned by a Subsidiary of NRT LLC. Real estate agents affiliatedith w Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are independent contractor sales associates and are not employees of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage or NRT LLC. CalBRE License #01908304. will also learn about the new Well- and marijuana use, unused and ex- ness Center that is being launched pired prescriptions and other drug at Las Lomas High School. The use to infl uence future services in Photographers capture beauty of their plan is eventually to have these the community. The event is free wellness centers in all of the high and open to all residents, especially schools in the Acalanes Union local youth. RSVP to Jaime Rich city in Adore Orinda contest By Sora O’Doherty High School District. This is an at [email protected] or by exciting and innovative project that phone at (925) 349-7338. all ages and skill levels; entrants were separated into two divisions, youth (17 years and younger) and adult (18 years and older). There were a total of four photo Young Orindan to be categories and each entrant was able to submit one en- try in each of the four categories if desired. The four categories were: parks and open space; built environ- recognized for charity work ment; community life; and digitally altered. The judg- By Sora O’Doherty ing panel included Orinda Mayor Eve Phillips, Clay Deanhardt, chair of the Orinda Parks and Recreation Commission, and Rich Thompson, chair of the Orinda Arts in Public Places Committee. The judges had the opportunity to review a total of 62 photos, which in- cluded six submitted in the youth category. The panel Built Environment, Theatre Square Photo Kolton Tang viewed the submitted photos without the names of the he city of Orinda recently announced the win- photographer and were asked to rank their top fi ve in Tners of the Adore Orinda photo contest launched each category. The photos with the most points were last year. The contest was open to photographers of determined to be the winner. Below are the winners:

Division Photo Category Entrant Name Photo Title/Description

18+ Built Environment Sue Clark Severson Welcome to Orinda 18+ Community Life Bruce Van Voorhis Classic Car Show 18+ Digitally Altered Jane Bordalo Orinda Downtown at Dawn 18+ Parks and Open Space Bruce Van Voorhis Overlooking Orinda 17 & Under Built Environment Kolton Tang Theater Square Olive, 6, and Caden Morrow, 8, at their bake sale. Photo provided 17 & Under Community Life Cole Stieglitz Peacock in Early Morning Light aden Morrow of Orinda is one manly, a nonprofi t group, at its an- Cof two children who will be nual Break a Sweat for Education 17 & Under Parks and Open Space Kolton Tang Orindawood’s Woodhall given “Children Have the Power 5K Run and Walk in Walnut Creek All the photos may be viewed on the city of Orinda’s website: to Empower” awards by Yours Hu- on Oct. 8. ... continued on page A9 http://www.cityoforinda.org/339/View-the-Adore-Orinda-Photos

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Page: A8 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 Festive sendoff for MOFD Chief Healy By Nick Marnell Ramon Valley Fire Protection Dis- trict, stole the show. “Thanks for Fire Districts dressing up,” Healy zinged at Mey- Public Meetings er, the only chief offi cer not in Class Moraga-Orinda Fire A dress blues. It was payback from a meeting years ago when Meyer District Board of Directors looked in the audience for Healy Wednesday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m. and asked him to please stand. Ex- Go to the website for meeting cept that Healy was standing. location, times and agendas. Visit Healy read a short, emotional www.mofd.org speech, thanking his family, the fi refi ghters, the district staff and board members. “This is the best ConFire Board of Directors place I have ever worked,” Healy Tuesday, Oct. 17, 1:30 p.m. said. “Nowhere else has even come Board Chamber room 107, close.” Administration Building, The dozens in attendance ap- 651 Pine St., Martinez plauded MOFD Director Steve An- For meeting times and agendas, derson’s concluding words. “The visit http://alturl.com/5p9pu. true test of someone’s character is Paige Meyer, left, with MOFD Fire Chief Stephen Healy Photo Nick Marnell if they do the right thing when no amily, friends and coworkers Andersen recognized Healy with chief, with the fi refi ghters present- one is looking,” Anderson said. Fof Fire Chief Stephen Healy a resolution from the Board of Su- ing him an axe, a tool put into ser- “The chief did the right thing celebrated his 31-year fi re service pervisors, and offi cials from Mora- vice while Healy was fi re chief and when no one was looking.” Please... career and his 12 years with the ga and Orinda read proclamations symbolizing the history and experi- Healy is succeeded by Interim Moraga-Orinda Fire District during from their municipalities. Current ence of all of the fi re service mem- Fire Chief Jerry Lee, who was a farewell party at the Hacienda de and former members of the dis- bers. sworn in earlier that evening at a Las Flores in Moraga Sept. 20. trict board and friends from other The banter between Healy and district board meeting. County Supervisor Candace fi re agencies honored the outgoing Paige Meyer, fi re chief of the San ConFire donor meets his bone marrow recipient By Nick Marnell ...thanks Sept. 15, Darst stood inside Fire Sta- tion 1 for a reunion - of sorts - with Andrade and his family. “What started out as a night to educate fi refi ghters turned out to save somebody’s life,” said Lon Share your thoughts, Goetsch, ConFire assistant chief. Those who knew Andrade had insights and opinions no doubt that he would respond as with your he did. “He’s always been a team community. player,” said Andrade’s father, Alonso. “This doesn’t surprise us.” Send a letter “With Daniels’s stem cells, to the editor: you’re smiling more, laughing letters@lamorinda more and pulling practical jokes,” said Battalion Chief Rob Lutzow, weekly.com confi rming what Darst was begin- ning to fi gure out the more time he From left: ConFire Batt. Chief Rob Lutzow, Richmond Fire Capt. Elizabeth de Dios, ConFire Safety Chief Pete Mar- and his donor spent together. shall, Daniel Andrade, Tom Darst, Sheila Darst, Be The Match Rep Jennnifer Sawle Photo courtesy ConFire Andrade and Darst said they Firefi ghters rarely have the The Match, a bone marrow trans- DNA had met its match; typically, hoped that by telling their story, chance to enjoy the positive plant registry, and entered their matches take two years or more. “We others would sign up with Be The outcomes of their work let alone names. A representative swabbed had just moved to South Carolina,” Match and donate their bone mar- meet a person whose life they saved the inside of Andrade’s mouth, said Tom Darst, a retired Wisconsin row. To join the bone marrow reg- HARDWOODS under such a dramatic, unique cir- tested his tissue and once approved PPG Industries factory worker. “I got istry, go to join.bethematch.org/ cumstance. he became a nationally registered sick about an hour and a half after we swaboutcancer. After a 2015 training session, bone marrow donor. arrived. The doctors told me I had CARPETS “When somebody needs your Lafayette Station 15 fi refi ghter As befi tting the fi re service, the three months to live.” Darst, 57, who help, you answer the call,” said An- RUGS Daniel Andrade and his comrades call came quickly and with no notice. had leukemia, received Andrade’s drade, a response second nature to stopped at a booth sponsored by Be Incredibly, in two months, Andrade’s stem cells and two years later, on those in the fi re service. LINOLEUM TILE Public expects next MOFD chief to thoroughly grasp LAMINATE the numbers By Nick Marnell bove all else, the fi re chief of obligation bond and its auditor in- by the district. Other Orinda resi- Superlative political skills to deal Athe Moraga-Orinda Fire Dis- correctly recorded a $23 million dents talked about the tax alloca- with the board and the district fac- FAMILY -OWNED trict must have a handle on fi nanc- prepaid item in its 2015 and 2016 tion discrepancy between the two tions were a fi re chief must, added EARS es, district residents told the board fi nancial reports. Since 2016 the major district municipalities. “The Canyon resident Jonathan Good- 30 Y ! at a Sept. 27 community workshop board includes a majority of direc- new chief must take care of Orin- win. designed to gather input on what tors with private industry fi nancial da,” said Janet Maiorana. With a reminder that the job is qualities and experience the public experience. Former MOFD director and more than just fi nancially driven, wants in its new chief. Dozens fi lled the Moraga Li- Moraga resident Dick Olsen said Vince Wells, president of Local Financial problems have domi- brary conference room for the it was essential that any required 1230 of the fi refi ghters union, ad- nated district headlines for eight MOFD workshop, even with at- fi nancial sacrifi ces be equitably vised the board to be sure to hire years, beginning with the fall- tendance likely suppressed by a shared while maintaining services a chief with a thorough knowledge out from an incorrect pension the high-profi le Moraga Town Council and fairly compensating employ- of fi re operations. “We put our lives board approved for a retiring fi re meeting. Interim Fire Chief Jerry ees. Olsen also recommended that on the line for that person,” Wells chief that the district pension man- Lee and his board received plenty the new chief live within 10 miles said. ager later reduced by $1 million. of advice from passionate district of the heart of the district in order Lee said he is considering ap- The district misapplied $2 million residents. to respond timely to emergencies. plying for the permanent job but is earmarked to pay down its pension “We need somebody with the “It is important that the chief weighing personal and family con- background to be able to manage you hire have the prospect of re- siderations. “I have not made my the underfunded employee pension maining for at least fi ve years,” fi nal decision,” Lee said. plan,” said Orinda resident Kathy said former director John Wyro, The district has retained Rose- Finch, referring to the more than noting that without longevity it will ville-based Bob Murray and Asso- $60 million in net pension and re- be diffi cult for the chief to maintain ciates to conduct the search for the tiree health care liabilities carried credibility within the community. new fi re chief. Police arrest two in elder abuse case By Cathy Dausman n Sept. 28 Moraga and Orinda August when Moraga Police re- curred against one elderly Orinda Opolice, assisted by the U.S. ceived reports that checks, credit Senior Village resident. Marshal’s Service Fugitive Task cards and debit cards had been sto- Morris was arrested after police Force, announced a second arrest len from Aegis residents’ private found property and evidence during made in a Lamorinda elder abuse living spaces. Witnesses reported a a search of his residence. Bryant case affecting residents of Aegis female suspect dressed in a nursing was arrested Sept. 26 and booked Living in Moraga and Orinda Se- uniform inside the Aegis facility into Contra Costa County Jail in nior Village. Police charged Shawn during the thefts; the suspect was Martinez on a $655,000 warrant. Morris, 30, and Antoinique Bryant, not employed there. The Contra Costa County Dis- 29, both of Richmond with elder Checks were cashed and credit trict Attorney’s offi ce fi led a total     abuse, burglary, fraud and identity and debit cards were used at vari- of 27 felony and misdemeanor          theft. The pair has been identifi ed ous locations throughout Contra charges against both Bryant and as being involved in similar elder Costa County, as well as in South- Morris. Anyone with information '(  #'"  "% "!"#$#   # 0322544 abuse cases in Concord, Berkeley ern California and Nevada. Of- about these cases is asked to con- "  ! and Marin County. fi cers working with Orinda police tact Moraga Police Detective Kev- The investigation began in late discovered a similar theft had oc- in Mooney at (925) 888-7056. Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A9 Letters to the Editor Young Orindan to be On Orinda School Safety A more specifi c example is the In our City change is planned emergency repair to Mountain with a long view, while observ- recognized for charity work Our highest priorities as Trust- View Drive during the winter of ing consistency and historical ... continued from page A7 ees of the Orinda School Board 2012. The City Council declared awareness. And, ‘Yes’, there are are to provide our students with an emergency the day after the tasks recognized as important, Caden, who is 8 years old, is be- saw a slide show about the prob- an excellent education and to washout and authorized Mr. Falk yet not accomplished. And, ‘No’, ing honored for raising money for lems faced by Haitian children, keep them safe. Recently, there to expend necessary dollars out I am not a personal friend of our orphaned children in Haiti, which including the lack of running water have been reports of some very of the reserve fund to make re- City Manager. was donated through the Center for and electricity. The presentation disturbing incidents of racial pairs ASAP. Mr. Falk, together For 30 years, as a volunteer, Hope - Haiti. really showed what life is like in and anti-Semitic bullying on our with City Engineer Tony Coe and I maintained our City hiking Caden thinks it is really fun to Haiti, according to Caden’s mother, campuses. We want to emphasize staff, put together a design and trails, and designed several trails. bake, so he held a bake sale to raise Kim Sobel Morrow. Afterward, that our school district repudiates found an experienced general en- My experience says our small money for the cause. He and his the children created sanitation kits bullying of any kind, and we es- gineering contractor who would paid staff, along with hundreds 6-year-old sister Olive baked, along to send to the children in Haiti, pecially condemn racial taunting work 24/7 to complete the repair. of volunteers, together work to with their mother, and held the sale including toiletries such as tooth- and teasing. The City Staff worked almost make Lafayette ‘A Great Place in front of Glorietta Elementary brushes, and wash clothes. We have been working with around the clock to supervise To Live’. I have enjoyed the gift School, where Caden is a second- Caden was very surprised the rest of the board to fi rmly ad- the installation of a concrete box of living here for more than 50 grader. His little sister helped a lot, to learn that he was getting the dress this issue. Highlights of our culvert, proper headwalls, road years, and for that I am entirely Caden said, and they raised several award, which includes a personal- work include the following: and drain repairs, all of which grateful. hundred dollars for the charity. Ca- ized certifi cate and medal, a profi le • Approving comprehensive were completed in three weeks. den also solicited funds from visi- on the Yours Humanly website, a student and staff training focused Moraga and Orinda have recently Papa John Kiefer tors to his home, giving them cop- YouTube channel, and through so- on diversity and inclusiveness at had similar washouts. Orinda’s Lafayette ies of a letter that he had written cial media, but he feels happy and Orinda Intermediate School. repairs took approximately one about the plight of children in Haiti “super proud” about his work for • Training our elementary stu- year, and Moraga is two years Taking BART riders on a ride in exchange for $1. these children. Glorietta Elemen- dents with the Think First pro- into their repair. Steve Falk must Morrow learned about the tary School Principal Ron Langer gram. be commended for his skillful BART has surprised us again problems in Haiti from Mindful praised Morrow during a recent • Training elementary stu- and quick response to Lafayette’s with the decision to give free Littles, a nonprofi t organization school assembly. dents, staff, and parents with the emergency. In this light, I be- rides as an answer to falling rid- founded by Orinda women Tanuka The Children Have the Power Roy Gordon and Julie Atkinson, to Empower Award is open to chil- Kidpower program. lieve Mr. Falk’s compensation is ership at the weekends. Of all the whose son, Trey, is one of Caden’s dren 15 years and younger, across • Approving a resolution in fair, reasonable and competitive obvious problems this system friends. Mindful Littles, which the United States. Nominations 2017 condemning displays of with city managers in the East has such as overcrowding, dirty nominated Caden for the Yours must be made by an adult and with- hate. Bay. trains and stations and lack of se- Humanly award, does monthly or in one year of the act of goodness. • Adopting Strategic Direc- Lafayette has not lost its moral curity throughout the systems the quarterly events for young people, For award rules and an application, tions in 2017, which include character. Indeed, it continues on last thing they need is increased one of which benefi ted the Center visit http://www.YoursHumanly. “Cultivate Ethical and Respectful the path laid out by the Holmes passengers on a free ticket. of Hope Haiti last year. org, and click on the Power to Em- Citizens who will develop and brothers. It is transparent; it is When will BART offi cials At the event, Caden and others power tab. defend values and viewpoints inclusive; it is run by its citizens. start to deal with the obvious that respect diversity and inclu- Mr. Falk is a Lafayette citizen inconveniences to existing rid- sion.” and a very important part of the ers who pay signifi cant cost for As co-chairs of our Student community. I am grateful for a ticket but are often subjected Safety Committee, we will be his dedicated service. He is wel- to almost inhuman conditions at working this year with both par- comed and highly respected by peak times? ents and educators to fi nd ways almost everyone. BART’s goal should be to pro- to continue to train teachers, stu- vide the Bay Area with a transit dents, and parents to stand up to Erling Horn system comparable to the sys- racism and bullying. Every child Lafayette tems in major cities throughout deserves an excellent education the world. on a campus where they feel wel- Another side of the city man- comed and safe. Our goal is to ger story Ann Burns provide them nothing less. Lafayette I write in response to a letter in Carol Brown and Hillary Weiner the Sept. 20 issue, strongly criti- Art in Moraga Orinda cizing the work performance of Lafayette’s City Manager, Steve Walking the King’s Canyon STOP CLEANING In defense of Lafayette city Falk. The author states he is of- Loop Trail on a clear, warm Sat- manager fering “a few facts”. However, urday afternoon I was reminded Get Gutter Guards! in choosing to present only the of the elation that proximity to I am commenting on a letter negative side of the story, one such remarkable natural sur- to the editor published Sept. 20 wonders what is the other agen- roundings can bring. The land- • Fits all sizes of gutters in regard to the City Manager of da? They tell me we live in a de- scape surrounding my hometown Lafayette, Steve Falk. To blame mocracy, therefore, I write to tell of Moraga lifts me up, inspires • 10 year No-Clog Warrenty and fi nd fault with the City Man- the other side of the story. me to think in fresh ways, and • High quality aircraft alloy ager for the actions of the City Very recently the City of La- challenges me to look and listen Council, with which one might fayette received an award rec- closely. Art can do that too. It can • We will clean and repair your gutters disagree, is absurd. Mr. Falk and ognizing our City as ‘A Great lift up, inspire fresh thinking, en- before installation of your new guards his staff work for the citizens of Place To Live’, presented by the courage close looking and close Lafayette through policy direc- American Planning Association listening. I’d like Moraga’s Town Licensed & Insured #939838 tion promulgated by the elected, in Sacramento. Only three cit- Council to do more to support the unpaid members of the City ies in CA received this award, arts and artists in our community, Fall Special - 20% OFF Council, who are guided by our the other two being in Southern so that our town continues to be General Plan as well as other Calif. The award highlighted enriched by proximity to remark- city, county and state ordinances. good planning, revitalization of able natural surroundings and be- The Gutter Guard Company In addition, twenty-two citizen the downtown, and protection of comes increasingly enlivened by 925-247-7044 commissions and committees, all natural resources. the arts. voluntary, advise the City Coun- Our City Council provides The town’s Art in Public Spac- www.bayareagutterguards.com cil. It is the City Council that direction and makes decisions es program is getting more art directs the activities of the City for our common good. The City into our common areas: sculp- Manager, and it is the City Coun- Manager (CM) directs the orga- tures have been placed at the li- cil that allocates the funds for the nization that carries out their de- brary and at town offi ces. Local projects and policies it approves. cisions. The CM also creates op- arts supporters can seek out arts- Your one-call plumber! The City Manager does not act portunities to advance the quality related events at Saint Mary’s alone or in isolation. of our life. Examples include: College and Moraga’s public Lafayette was one of the fi rst development and implementa- schools and library. More could LeapFrog cities to actively pursue an open tion of Downtown Strategic Plan, be done to encourage the arts in and transparent city govern- coordinated the process that re- town, to further enliven Moraga ment, in part through the efforts sulted in the highly popular, and in ways that support, and not dis- Plumbing of Mayor Richard Holmes and revenue producing, La Fiesta tract from, the important work his brother, Mayor Dr. Gordon Square and surrounding retail that needs to be done around is- Gas Water & Sewer Holmes. Lafayette, historically, environment, and partnered with sues challenging our civic life. Head Frog Mo Williams has been free of Fair Political local business owners who have I like and support the case Does your plumbing give you a Practices Commission investiga- parking on their private property Mayor Teresa Onoda makes for tions because its elected offi cials to also allow the public to park having a poet laureate for Mora- FRiGHT and salaried staff have sought to during specifi ed times. ga. It’s an idea and a position that ZOT! ? keep it that way. Lafayette has an When the CM took offi ce in speaks clearly to a resident like Zap Out Trouble--before trouble zapspy you. active, open-government policy 1996, the downtown corridor was me who treasures our remark- 50% OFF CRAWL UNDER (It can be scaryy ddown underder youryour houshouse! e!) that covers, among other things, not particularly inviting, offer- able surroundings and believes Good Preventive Plumbing measures will fi nancial transparency forms, sal- ing limited appeal and shopping that art can lift up, inspire think- protect you and your family from true life 50% OFF ary schedules, and confl ict-of- to residents. Today, our down- ing, and get us to look and listen horror stories; Broken pipes, holes in venting, Inspection interest disclosures. Documents town is highly inviting to both closely. electrolysis, sneaky leaks, and more eeeek! crawl space plumbing relating to this policy are avail- residents and visitors, offering a Town Council: Can we make InspectionIns * $189 Value able at the City website. wide variety of attractive retail fi nding art in Moraga as unsur- *visible*visib and accessible plumbing; Homeowners Lafayette is fi scally strong shopping, restaurants, entertain- prising as fi nding hills in Mora- only;y most houses Thru 11/15/2017 by any measure and has used its ment, educational and cultural ga? tax monies wisely. An excellent opportunities, and special events. Family-ownedF & serving example of this is the city-wide Every community lives with Layna White Lamorinda since 1993 upgrade of its roads, drainage change. The question is, ‘How do Moraga greeng solutions! systems and public landscaping. you engage and manage change.

Opinions in Letters to the Editor are the express views of the writer and not necessarily those of the Lamorinda Weekly. All published We Hop To It! letters will include the writer’s name and city/town of residence -- we will only accept letters from those who live in, or own a business in, the communities comprising Lamorinda (please give us your phone number for verifi cation purposes only). Letters should be 350 words or less; letters of up to 500 words will be accepted on a space-available basis. Visit www.lamorindaweekly. (925) Email: [email protected] CA Lic 377-6600 com for submission guidelines. ; Regular mail: Lamorinda Weekly, P.O.Box 6133, Moraga, www.LeapFrogPlumbing.com CA 94570 929641 Page: A10 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 Barranco finds a niche in Lafayette By Pippa Fisher espite an abundance of dining tap. and hearty. Dchoices available in Lafayette, The menu itself features Al- The salmon was grilled with lo- the latest addition to “restaurant tamirano’s hallmark cebiche, cro-pumpkin stew and escabeche. row” is generating quite a buzz. grilled anticuchos (meat skewers), The texture and fl avor of the tra- And it is not surprising. Named chicharrones, bocaditos (small ditional Peruvian stew was smooth for the chef’s hometown in Lima, bites) such as pulpo a la parilla and close to perfection. Both main Peru, Barranco specializes in fresh (twice cooked Spanish octopus) courses were generous in size with- seafood. and empanadas for starters. out being overwhelming. Michelin-recognized Chef-Own- Again, going for “traditional” For those with room for dessert er Carlos Altamirano says that he is we selected the cebiche tasting to there is fl an, chocolate fl ourless committed to cooking with only the share, which looked almost too cake and alfajores, the popular Lat- fi nest and freshest ingredients and pretty to eat. The fl avors were pi- in-American artisanal cookies as in preserving the integrity of Peru’s quant and had a kick but did not well as a selection of dessert wines. most treasured dishes, adding his overwhelm the seafood. It was very Purely in the interest of this own fl air. fresh and clean-tasting, refl ecting review, you understand, we man- Altamirano opened Barranco, Altamirano’s reputation for creat- aged to sample the chocolate cake his seventh Peruvian restaurant in ing dishes with high quality and and fl an, which made an indulgent, the Bay Area and his third in the responsibly sourced ingredients. if not strictly necessary, end to the East Bay, on Sept. 15 in the space All ingredients are fresh and are evening. that used to be Baja Fresh. supplied from well-respected local Altamirano has managed to The extensive remodel, de- farms or farmers’ markets. keep the fl avors authentic, rather signed by Crome Architecture, is The list of main courses such as than to compromise by adapting modern and simple with high ceil- seafood paella and langostinos cro- them to American taste buds and ings and a concrete fl oor. The tables cantes (prawns) is varied but still this is perhaps what sets his restau- are packed in tightly and when en- with an emphasis on seafood and rants apart. tering on a Friday evening only a can be served with an assortment of This is a fun, lively addition to week after opening, the restaurant delectable sides. Prices range from Lafayette. It is a great place to meet was bustling and full. The space is $19 for a vegetable risotto to $39 friends and enjoy fresh and authen- warm and lively – there are several for steak. tic Peruvian food. custom murals by Bay Area artists For main courses we sampled Barranco, located at 3596 Letty Samonte and Bridget Moser, both the paella negra – Peruvian Mount Diablo Boulevard in La- and an open kitchen area. There is a style squid ink seafood paella and fayette, is open Tuesday through spacious corner patio so diners can the salmon bandido. The paella Thursday and Sunday from 5 to 9 enjoy watching the world go by came with traditional bomba rice p.m., and Friday and Saturday from outside. and a saffron-paprika base in Peru- 5 to 10 p.m. Lunch is served from Chef-Owner Carlos Altamirano is all smiles at his new restaurant. To the side of the main restau- vian beer. The dish was substantial 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Photos Kristen Loken rant is a bar area under the supervi- sion of bar manager Arthur Valder- rama. With an extensive cocktail list featuring pisco, the traditional spirit of Peru, many of the concoc- tions are made with produce found throughout South America such as Bay Area mango, pineapple and passion fruit. BAD INC. Inside it is undeniably loud but Drainage, Inc. this adds to the energy and vibe of the restaurant. “Barranco embodies the ele- Have You Checked Your gant bohemian, lively and cheerful spirit of my favorite city in Peru,” Crawlspace Lately? says Altamirano. “I could not be more excited to share the incred- • French Drains ible cuisine and culture of Barranco with the people of Lafayette.” • Underfloor Drains We were seated promptly and • Downspout Systems received attentive and cheerful ser- • Downspout Systems vice for the duration of our meal • Subdrain Systems from our knowledgeable server • Subdrain Systems who was only too happy to answer • Sump Pumps any questions we had about the • Sump Pumps menu. • R etaining Walls The impressive array of cock- • R etaining Walls tails made it hard to decide which • Pavestone Driveway & Walkways to try but having decided on “tra- • Pavestone Driveway & Walkways ditional,” the pisco sour was deli- cious. There is also a selection of A General Engineering Contractor Californian and South American Locally A General owned Engineering and OperatedContractor wines and several microbrews on Locally Contractor owned LIC and # 762208Operated Contractor LIC # 762208 Another Moraga Road accident prompts further discussion of bicycle, pedestrian safety 925•377•9209 ... continued from page A2 925•377•9209 visit our website The victim was no longer at the and turning left onto St. Mary’s Stanley Middle School, this design scene. Road, and the bike was headed fl aw puts many students in danger www.bayareadrainage.com According to Lafayette Chief north, from Moraga into Lafay- everyday.” of Police Eric Christensen, the car ette. The bicyclist suffered some Crane says that the solution to was headed south toward Moraga signifi cant injuries including some the St. Mary’s Road and Moraga broken bones and some signifi cant Road situation is simple. “When bleeding. He was transported by pedestrians have the right of way ambulance and as of last Wednes- to cross, cars should not be allowed

 day night was going into surgery, to make that left turn. It really is MIKO PELED, Israeli Peace Activist  Christensen said. The driver was that simple. But that means making cooperative and no drugs or alco- drivers wait at the light a bit lon- speaks about hol were involved. ger. But in a car-fi rst approach, wait Trump & Prospects for Peace: “The driver of the car was try- time is to be reduced at the expense ing to beat the light and entered of safety.” What is Next for Palestine/Israel? when the light was yellow, possi- Residents are certainly vocal bly trying to beat the bike through on this subject on social media re- Miko Peled believes that the separation of Israel and the intersection,” Christensen said. fl ecting the concern in the city with Palestine should end and be replaced by a secular democ- “The bike helmet saved the biker’s many suggesting that speeding or racy where Israelis and Palestinians live as equals in life without a doubt.” distracted drivers are to blame. their shared homeland. At issue appears to be cars turn- This accident comes a week Peled is an Israeli-born writer and activist born to a ing left from Moraga Road onto before Walk/Bike to School Day prominent Zionist family including a grandfather who St. Mary’s Road on a green light at Lafayette Elementary School on was a signer of the Israeli Declaration of Independence against oncoming traffi c as they are Oct. 4. and a father who was a general in the Israeli army. permitted to do, even when they “We should be encouraging don’t have the green arrow. our residents, including students, After a 30-year career teaching martial arts, Peled found himself confronted with Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory to bike or walk to their destination. the Israeli Palestinian issue in all of its horror: His 13-year-old niece was killed by Committee Member Brad Crane Not only does it reduce car conges- Palestinians in a suicide attack in Jerusalem. This brought about a major shift in thinking that he describes in his 2016 updated memoir, "The General’s Son, Journey said, “It was only a matter of time tion and air pollution, it’s part of of an Israeli in Palestine.” More at www.mikopeled.com. until someone got hurt. The signal- an overall healthy lifestyle,” Crane

ization at that intersection allows said. “There’s a growing body of Friday October 6th, 6 PM reception, 7 PM lecture for cars to turn left onto St. Mary’s evidence linking academic perfor- 2XU6DYLRU¶V/XWKHUDQ&KXUFK&DURO/DQH/DID\HWWH Road while pedestrians have their mance to exercise.  signal to cross, putting the most “The unfortunate truth is that 3UHUHJLVWHUDWZZZRXUSHDFHFHQWHURUJ vulnerable traveler directly in when cars and pedestrians/cyclists &RVWLQDGYDQFHDWGRRU6WXGHQWV)5(( harm’s way. Because this is a high confl ict with each other, the pedes- Sponsored by: Mt. Diablo Peace and Justice Center traffi c area for students walking/ trian or cyclist always loses.” biking to Lafayette Elementary and Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: A11 Escalating rents prompt call for council action ... continued from page A1 direct city staff to draft a rent re- few units, who explained that since government intervention. He added CONTRA COSTA COUNTY view ordinance similar to a pro- they currently rent at below mar- that fi scally such a program pre- gram introduced in May of this ket value, they would be unfairly sented a risk to the city and to the Create a positive change year in the city of Concord. penalized. One landlord suggested taxpayers. in a foster child’s life. Lafayette Planning and Build- that ahead of a new ordinance be- Tatzin agreed that in general he ing Services Director Niroop ing introduced, he might be forced doesn’t like government interfer- BECOME A CASA VOLUNTEER. Srivatsa emphasized that this was to raise rent now to the maximum ence but said that sometimes the www.cccocasa.org rent review as opposed to rent to get in before the ordinance takes circumstances are warranted to control and described it as a non- effect since being restricted to a 10 protect residents. He said he could binding conciliation and mediation percent increase on an already low support a program that recovers “Crosses” land donation process. Staff asked for direction rent would be punitive. fees only from those landlords pro- ... continued from page A2 determining the scope of such an As several speakers pointed posing an increase in rent of more ordinance covering complexes out, despite there being 1,700 rent- than 10 percent. He said that by Mayor Mike Anderson pointed weighed in. with 25 units or more. al units in Lafayette, all the com- allowing unmitigated increases he out the costs that would be incurred Anderson said that he saw a Should it be mandatory? Who plaints that evening were coming worries they would be signaling by the city in removing the crosses, huge liability. He said that he liked shoulders the cost of the program, from residents of Second Street. residents to move out. land maintenance and the cost of the crosses but recognized they estimated in Concord to be about Tilden Properties Represen- Anderson acknowledged the possibly replacing the current in- would have to be removed and said $150,000 annually? Should a 10 tative Ryan Crowley also spoke. importance of the question of hous- stallation with a new memorial. that he would like to see a nonprofi t percent increase in rent be the trig- He said that his fi rm is sensitive ing. He refl ected that sometimes in The council heard from sev- take it on instead. ger for mediation? Should such a to Lafayette and pointed out that intervening “we damage the people eral speakers who were in favor With only two votes from program in fact apply to all rental when the company purchased the we were trying to help,” by forcing of keeping the offer on the table, Mitchell and Tatzin to take this for- properties or just larger complex- 117-unit property on Second Street out small owners with regulatory pointing to the value of the crosses ward and the other three against it, es? in December they implemented insertions in their process. to the community and to the coun- the discussion appears over. The council heard from resi- several long-overdue improvement The council asked staff to come try as a respected art installation. After the meeting Clark com- dents who explained that addition- projects that had been deferred but back at the fi rst meeting in No- Several recognized that the crosses mented via email, “I was extremely ally, rent increases are also being which, he acknowledged, came at a vember with more information on cannot remain there forever but disappointed in the demeanor of dressed up in other guises too and cost to residents. how to structure and what the fi s- said they would like to see a peace the city council members.” related stories of randomly in- The discussion came back to cal options might be for some sort memorial in its place. He continued, “I was accused creased pet fees, parking fees and the council between Lafayette City of ordinance whereby a 10 percent The council had also received of attempting to manipulate and changes in utility fees that also Council Member Cam Burks, Vice increase would trigger mediation a couple of letters from residents make an end run around the city’s make living costs unaffordable. Mayor Don Tatzin and Mayor Mike to be paid for at that time only by who disagreed and felt that the cost process. I was attacked about my Residents were visibly upset; Anderson with Council Members the landlord involved and only ap- to the city would be too great. motivation for this donation and many were from the same apart- Ivor Samson and Mark Mitchell re- plying to units of 25 or more. Staff Having heard from Clark, Sam- the deed restrictions that they in- ment complex on Second Street cused. is also to have further discussions son was blunt in sharing his opinion correctly assumed that I would be owned by Tilden Properties. Burks was defi nitive in his with Tilden Properties to see if an and called it an “ill-conceived and requiring in order to establish my The council also heard from view – that while he has sympa- agreement can be reached. cynical” idea. He accused Clark of personal dictatorial control over several landlords, some with just a thy for tenants, he is fi rmly against “requesting expedited lot line adjust- the city’s every use of this land that ments in exchange for a gift to the I have offered ... Not one question city wrapped up in a patina of sup- came up from council about the New Bell and Block Schedule porting an art and peace memorial.” obvious option of embracing this ... continued from page A1

Tatzin and Mitchell pointed to opportunity to build the city a new While the interviews for this ar- library was fi lled with students, I could do these labs without the the need for more public input and 10,000 square foot offi ce complex ticle consisted of only a handful of most of them on their computers. block schedule.” were in favor of forming a subcom- on this 2.66 acres of downtown teachers and a few administrators, Many were busy with schoolwork, Speaking on behalf of what mittee. With Samson and Burks ad- land that I am still offering to do- the mood at the four high schools but it was impossible to tell if every- he’s heard from his colleagues at amantly against the idea, Anderson nate to the city, free and clear.” indicate that the new academic year one had academic tasks going on. Campolindo, Boyd feels that the is running smoothly. The consensus of some of the overall consensus has been posi- Buy or rent? Lafayette In fact, at the Back-to-School teachers interviewed was that “veg- tive. “There are defi nitely challeng- dance held earlier this month at ging out” could be an appropriate es in reshaping courses, pacing of continues to look for options Acalanes, students were asked choice, considering the stress these curriculum, and student absences.” ... continued from page A3 what they liked about school. Their students are under, while others He points out that when a student three top answers were: seeing their may view it as a waste of time. misses a block day, it is roughly

Mayor Mike Anderson com- A couple of business owners friends; they loved their teachers; Steve Poling, a veteran of 30 equivalent to two instructional mented that they now have “a good who rent their properties spoke and they’re really liking the block years – 17 of them teaching Eng- days. model, but nothing to plug into the out of concern for losing their sites schedule. lish at Miramonte – says that the Most of the teachers agree that machine,” referring to not having should the council try to pursue lo- Julie Parks, in her fourth year Academy period gives students the the block schedule allows them to any specifi c location in mind. cations that have been previously as principal of Miramonte High chance to make intelligent choices, go deeper into their subject with

And generally, that is what all identifi ed as possibilities. School, stated that the preliminary which they can then learn from. more effi cient use of time. Moore agreed on – that it was necessary to One such spot is that of the feedback from students is that Accountability for the Acad- commented, “It’s like my students direct staff to keep looking and take party supply store Boswells, next they are less stressed and have less emy period has taken some ad- can fully arrive and be here in my each potential location on a case- door to the new police headquar- homework. “While we are plan- justments. Some schools rely on classroom.” Another teacher said, by-case basis, running the numbers ters. Luke Boswell expressed his ning a more in-depth survey at the rosters for sign-in, while others use “The longer periods shut out a and examining the pros and cons. concern about being put out of end of the quarter, we are excited student IDs to take roll. lot of noise. It’s like I can fi nish a

Council Member Cam Burks business and urged the council to that we seem to be making progress Natalie Moore, an English thought before a bell rings.” said that he leans toward owning be aware of what they are doing. in these areas.” and social development teacher at One other benefi t is the addi- and noted the risks of leasing be- Lafayette resident and local One of the biggest changes is Acalanes High School, is pleased tional hour for teacher collabora- yond even the fi nancial implica- business owner Kiki Stack com- the Academy period. The program with the new block schedule, and tion two mornings a week. tions – the loss of continuity, the mented that she and other business is being implemented at all four especially with the Academy pe- Some drawbacks were also potential for rent increases. He owners on Golden Gate Way feel high schools in the district during riod. “I can meet with students to mentioned, though. Most teach- noted too that Lafayette is the only under fi re since her building was the second block on Wednesdays go over a paper, make up a test, or ers are fi nding that going more city around here that doesn’t own mentioned as under consideration and Fridays. The students have a give them tutoring help. We used into depth on their subject is caus- its own city hall. He said he would as a potential location last year. She 55-minute session for test review to have to do this at lunch or after ing them to get behind in the cur- like to enable staff to aggressively said she would have nowhere to go sessions, quiet study time, make-up school. Now we can both eat our riculum. Many also complain that look for a property within the rec- and asked, “What about affordable test time, skill building and one-on- lunches without stress.” lunch does not begin until almost 1 ommended fi gures. businesses?” referring to a separate one or small group sessions with Poling agrees: “The 90-minute p.m. on all fi ve days, causing some

Council Member Ivor Sam- agenda item earlier in the evening their teachers. In addition, a student blocks grant teachers and students dizziness and the need for snack son was a little more cautious but on affordable housing. can choose from many other aca- the opportunity to delve deeper into time. Another scheduling problem agreed that they need to be aware A motion to adopt the conclu- demic activities on any given day. curriculum with essential questions for some families is the late start of opportunities as they arise as did sions of the report and to direct “There are a lot of students and discussions, application of cur- three days a week. Tatzin who commented, “What you staff to actively identify oppor- making good use of the Academy ricular concepts, and personal re- Parks credits the teachers as get with ownership is certainty.” tunities, conduct further analysis period,” says Ryan Boyd, a social fl ection on what and how students having worked hard to adapt to the

Council Member Mark Mitch- and bring it back to the council at studies teacher in his 17th year at are learning. Though I’ve taught timing of the block schedule. “This ell made the point that they need an appropriate time was supported Campolindo High School. “Of for a long time, I feel energized by change is really hard and the big- and are starting to get public opin- unanimously. course, some aren’t as conscien- the new schedule and I sense the gest complaint may be that it is tir- ion. tious and don’t have a great attitude students do too.” ing,” she said. “The benefi ts have about it.” One science teacher said about been huge, but that is a result of the Moraga’s new unique park On the day this reporter ob- teaching the new science curricu- tremendous work the teachers and will need some TLC served Academy at Miramonte, the lum Living Earth, “There’s no way staff have put in.” ... continued from page A4 When Preston visited the site park showcase Moraga’s agricul- Bridging the journey from she said that these weeds were tural past, the very old trees are not Lamorinda to Rossmoor ready to go to seed now, and that in great shape. Preston noted that they should be pulled and taken many are overgrown, overtaken ³2QHVDWLV¿HGFOLHQWDWDWLPH´ away. Sproul commented that turn- with fi re blight or poison oak – a ing the dirt over as the maintenance native plant. She says that it would staff often does at the Moraga probably take a group of 12 dedi- Commons Park would entrench the cated volunteers working in teams seeds even deeper, and that instead to prune and salvage the trees. it should be mowed twice a year The Moraga park maintenance MariaMaria Eberle, Eberle, REALTOR® REALTOR® to ensure native grasses ever grow staff did not return calls in time for (925) 478-7190 there again. this article. It is unlikely that the (925)[email protected] 478-7190 Some of the trees were also at town would have the resources to [email protected] issue, such as alders Sproul noted maintain the park at the level re- www.MariaEberle.comCalBRE #01798906 were planted in the middle of the quired, since the budget for park CalBRE #01798906 park, which he says is the wrong maintenance was pared down dur- Call today for a personalized tour of placement for them, since these na- ing the recent budget cycle. Rossmoor and a Market Analysis of your home. tive trees grow in riparian corridors Preston said she hoped that a and need water. He recommended local service or Scout group would replacing them with valley oaks decide to take on maintaining the Rossmoor senior real estate specialist and that already do very well there. park as a community service proj- Lamorinda resident for 20+ years! And while the pear trees in the ect. Page: A12 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 “A little bit of myself goes into every job.” IT’S APRIL IN LAMORINDA Michael VerBrugge, FOR REAL ESTATE President, Moraga Resident Consistently Representing Buyers and 925.631.1055 Sellers in Successful Transactions www.MVCRemodeling.com Buy • Sell • Live • Lamorinda Specializing in kitchens & bathrooms. 925-253-2147 Giving Dreams an Address

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Building Foundations • Lifting • Leveling • Stabilizing The Granata family settles in Belgium. Photo provided he movie from the Nether- makeshift facilities provided by the world with it, including a perfor- Tlands presented by the In- mine company, before moving to a mance at Carnegie Hall. ternational Film Showcase this company-owned home. Men spent Granata is now 79 and still lives www.bayareaunderpinning.org month at the Orinda Theatre is the their lives underground and their in Belgium with his family. He biographical tale of Belgian singer male offspring were, by contract, spent his life in the music business of Italian origin, Rocco Granata, bound to the same fate. and became a music producer, then whose humble life began as the son Rocco Granata was a spirited later wrote a book about his life, of an immigrant miner, before ris- youth, only passionate about mu- on which the movie was based. He ing to stardom with the release of sic. He had to fi ght his father just has a small acting part in the fi lm: his 1959 international hit “Marina.” to play an instrument. To Salva- he plays the older music merchant The charming movie focuses on the tore, music was a hobby, not a job, who sold his fi rst accordion to pursuit of dreams, about sacrifi ce and the authorities would not give Rocco. He also plays all that instru- and resilience and, of course, love. Rocco a musician permit because ment’s parts in the movie, while Like many of today’s “Dream- he was destined to be a miner. young actor Matteo Simoni plays ers,” Granata was born to a poor, The movie shows the diffi culty and sings in the fi lm. hard working family who immi- Italian adults had acclimating in The fi lm is both poignant and grated to build a better life, and al- a Dutch speaking country – the joyful, and a beautiful love story most lost it all because of laws that scorn, the prejudices they felt ev- adds to its charm. The relationship were written to protect larger inter- ery day. As Rocco explained to his between Rocco and his father is ex- ests. The movie ends well, as it did mother one night: When he played pressed sensitively. The father is set for Granata almost 60 years ago; he on stage, people saw him, he exist- in his righteous ways; he displays still lives in Belgium. ed while the rest of the time he was great courage but has little patience The end of the 1940s and ‘50s an invisible “eyetie.” for his dreamer of a son. The young were hard years in poor parts of When Rocco’s father was in- man wants a better life and to break Italy, while other European coun- jured, the mine agreed to pay the free. The fi lm approaches this uni- tries had big demands for manual medical cost for the broken leg, versal theme with nuance and re- labor as they rebuilt themselves. In but decided to fi re him because of spect. Belgium, men were needed to work tinnitus, a hearing loss that now Efi Lubliner who co-directs the the coalmines. A Belgium-Italian affl icted the miner, a likely conse- International Film Showcase said College Prep • Grades 8-12 • Small Classes treaty was signed in 1946 including quence of medical malpractice. The that the showing of this movie at the initial hiring of 50,000 Italian family had six months to leave. It the same time as the “Dreamers” coalminers. was back to Italy for all, including crisis is completely fortuitous. He Young men left to build a better the children who had lived most of explains that it took him a long future for their families, and traded their lives in Belgium – a place that time to get the movie from the Open House their blue sky for the dream of be- had become their country. Netherlands. This is the fi rst time coming rich. This was Salvatore But Rocco Granata managed to “Marina” will be shown commer- Oct. 22 and Dec. 9 from 1-4 pm Granata’s desire: work in the mines make his dream come true with the cially in the United States. for some years and come back to release and almost instant planetary “Marina” will run at the Orinda Calabria a rich man. He left alone, success of his fi rst single “Marina.” Theatre for one week starting Oct. Now Enrolling for Fall 2017 but soon his family immigrated The song that was created in 1959 13. For information, visit lamorin- to live with him. Rocco was 10, was a major international success datheatres.org. and his sister 5. They fi rst lived in and Granata traveled all over the Classical music is alive and well, flourishing in youth By B. B. Kaye Theater View Veterinary Clinic

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He makes sure ev- equals, and they respond as such. ... continued on page B4 Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: B3 Ongoing discoveries at Perlmutter gallery: ‘Refuge’ and ‘Stranger Things’ pop-up show By Sophie Braccini idea of a pop-up show when the Lafayette artist proposed it to her. Perlmutter says that she loved the fi rst season of the Netfl ix series • Classroom instruction and Classes “Stranger Things,” which is avail- Start soon able for viewing, with the second individual sessions season starting at the end of this Oct. 16- month, the day before the pop-up • Writing Projects Dec. 22 show. Segovia, an illustrative artist, is • Tools to improve fluency and curating the tribute show. He does sentence structure portraiture, realistic portraits, mar- vel or icons like sport fi gures. 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Lamorinda volunteer Kristen Headley, far left, took her longtime match and Navy veteran, Hilbert “Si” Seiwert (wearing cap), on an outing to the USS Hornet in Alameda. Headley’s hus- band, Clayton, and son, Brett, came along to make it a real celebration. Photo provided ife at any age involves challenges, but ganized a trip to the USS Hornet in Alameda Lthese intensify as we age. The fi rst con- and said Seiwert was like a rock star while cern may be that it becomes too diffi cult touring the aircraft carrier. “The veteran vol- to drive to the doctor or the grocery, or to unteers providing the tour were thrilled to be just get a haircut. Support systems change, with a World War II veteran.” neighbors and friends may not help as ex- Aside from visiting and reading with pected, and loneliness may put a damper on Seiwert, Headley also helps him get to doc- daily routines. tors appointments, get haircuts and get to The Caring Hands Volunteer Caregiv- the grocery store. “Our time together always ers Program, which serves seniors through- puts into perspective what truly matters in out Central, East, and South Contra Costa this life,” she said. “I love that I get to slow County, including Lafayette, Orinda, and down from my crazy life with three teenag- Moraga, makes an extraordinary difference ers and enjoy quality time with an individ- in the quality of life for many seniors. ual who has a wealth of life experiences to About three years ago, Lafayette resi- share.” dent Kristen Headley started seeing a re- Caring Hands is a collaborative commu- Image provided curring paragraph in her church bulletin nity outreach program between John Muir asking for volunteers for the Caring Hands Health, social service agencies, congrega- or nearly 50 years, Holden High “Catcher in the Ride Benefi t Bike Ride” organization. “Having been an occupational tions of various faiths and the community- FSchool in Orinda has been quietly re- from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., starting at the therapist,” she said, “I thought this would be at-large. The goal of the 20-year old program ferred to as “the miracle in the basement” Holden High School parking lot, 10 Irwin a perfect fi t for me ‘someday.’ I didn’t make is to create fi nely-tuned one-on-one matches by grateful parents and students. Way in Orinda (just one mile away from any inquiries for several months, thinking to help aging adults in Contra Costa County Holden helps teens with learning chal- the Orinda BART station). There will be I was too busy. But one Monday morning remain independent as long as safely pos- lenges transform limiting self-beliefs into two scenic routes through Orinda, Moraga I decided it was time. It was meant to be, sible with the help of a volunteer. Isolation personal and academic confi dence. Young and Lafayette to choose from: an 11-mile because a training was scheduled for the fol- and loneliness shorten lives and may make people who have experienced traumatic mostly fl at beginner-friendly ride and a lowing week and the coordinator and I were health problems worse. life events and have struggles in main- 23-mile hilly and fl at challenge ride. able to make it work. I am so glad I made Because Caring Hands has an unusually stream school settings say Holden is a safe Perfect for beginners, families and that call!” long waiting list of isolated seniors right haven. cycle enthusiasts alike, the event will also Headley was matched with “Si” Seiwert now, they are in dire need of more Lamor- Since its inception in 1969, Holden has include giveaways, food, a post-race cel- – a 93-year-old living on his own and, fortu- inda volunteers or those who might know a helped transform the lives of some of the ebration and bike inspections. Riders must nately for both of them, right down the street. neighbor or friend who could volunteer. The Bay Area’s fi nest citizens. Students who be at least 14 years old or older. Because of macular degeneration, Seiwert program is offering two volunteer trainings were labeled as defi cient by traditional One hundred percent of the proceeds was unable to drive or read very well. “We on Oct. 13 and again on Nov. 10 in Walnut organizations are now working in cutting- from this event will go directly to serve the started visiting on Wednesdays, reading mail Creek. For information, call Caring Hands edge technology jobs, running nonprofi ts, students at Holden High School. To reg- and a great Life magazine on World War II,” at (925) 952-2999, ext. 36063 or email Stacy and attending some of the fi nest colleges. ister, visit: Holdenhigh.org/holden-events/ Headley said. “Si is a World War II veteran Appel at [email protected]. On Saturday, Oct. 14 Holden High bike/. and a fountain of information.” Headley or- School will be hosting its third annual Classical music is alive and well, flourishing in youth ... continued from page B2 Though I had been playing violin for a few veloping creative, constructive, and critical since it teaches how to become a teacher, by other people when you’re playing. It’s not years, I hadn’t played in a group before, and thinking for growing young musicians, not how to become a mentor. Our beginners get boring to practice by yourself -some pieces knew that it would be a wonderful new ex- just their technical skills. I believe in team- help and nourishment for their talent, and our sound really good- but the pieces that Rem perience. The orchestra welcomed me, and I work, where everyone’s voice is heard and advanced mentors learn how to teach! This chooses are super pretty.” felt at ease. I found that I simply loved my everyone’s opinion matters. A conductor’s helps to build many bridges and close con- “I was very lucky to witness many young instrument, and that playing gave me much role is to help channel all of that powerful, nections between the two groups. Our typi- musicians grow up and become bright, edu- more satisfaction and enjoyment than listen- imaginative energy to build our own new, cal age is 7-13 years old for our Intermedi- cated young adults. I remember how many of ing to others, as nice as it can be. unique interpretation of the material we are ate Orchestra, and 12-19 for our Advanced them developed from very shy, timid, inex- “Though we play pieces that make us working on. We are a team- a conductor can’t Orchestra.” perienced young kids into powerful, strong, stretch our limits, nothing we do is ridicu- succeed alone!” Audrey Burns, an Acalanes High School confi dent, talented young people. We are lously hard. I always improve slightly from a Long hair swings into his boyish face and student, is one of several virtuoso players in always looking for new members!” Djemi- piece I play in this orchestra, and I think that he smiles, fl ipping it aside. Cheerful and op- the Advanced Community Arts Orchestra. lev said. “I can’t tell exact numbers – but I has helped me become the musician, and the timistic, always dressed in a suit, Djemilev is Audiences are electrifi ed by her fi ery inten- can safely say: more than 20 or 30 orchestra person, who I am today.” at ease in his element. sity and technical mastery. “I started playing members over the years became teachers and Djemilev said, “I try to fi nd repertoire “When I took over our Youth Orchestra piano at age 6,” she said, “but what grabbed performers, some work in the recording or that will resonate with young artist’s hearts, in 2001, it had only 14 players in it. Now, me about playing violin at Community Arts publishing industry, some became compos- that will refl ect their youthful spirit, their after 16 years, we have about 80-85 mem- was the social aspect; performing with our ers. I hope to see orchestra numbers grow, energy, their view of the world. Also, I am bers in both intermediate and advanced or- full orchestra is much different than per- reaching out to all social and economic trying to challenge them by sometimes intro- chestras. Consistently, 30-40 percent of our forming with piano. Some of my own stu- brackets, making youth orchestra affordable ducing very complex and innovative works, membership come from Lamorinda. dents now play at CAYO.” Burns shares her and available for all. Joy and excitement of unusual compositions, helping to stretch “We have a terrifi c tradition in both seasoned experience with younger players, creating beautiful music together has to be their musical horizons. groups – we have a group of older players helping them hone their own skills and con- accessible for everyone!” “I consider myself very privileged work- volunteer to help and work with our younger fi dence. ing with so many amazingly talented young musicians. This creates an amazing experi- Cellist Eilidh Kilpatrick, a Lafayette mid- musicians. I’ve learned the importance of de- ence for both – beginners and advanced, dle-schooler, said, “It’s nice to be surrounded Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: B5 When you need a doctor and you need one now By Nick Marnell

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tions of medical patients who, with little time and patience 100 patients a week. “This exceeds our projections and the ~ Healthy Lifestyle ~ for doctors and hospitals, demanded unscheduled appoint- number of patients continues to grow,” said Ben Drew of ments, an accessible location and lower costs, all with the John Muir Health. “And there are no physician staffi ng is- presumption of superior service. sues despite the increased volume of patients.” Diablo Acupuncture The business model appears to be delivering what cus- Younger patients mentioned one of their specifi c reasons tomers expect, as according to the Urgent Care Association for using urgent care facilities. “All of my friends used them of America, at 90 percent of urgent care centers the wait in Oregon,” said 20-something Eden Gavce of Moraga. Experience the Diff erence time to see a provider is 30 minutes or less, and patients are “That way parents don’t have to know every time you go to in and out in one hour or less at 84 percent of all urgent care the doctor.” Dr. Sophia Scheffel, L.Ac has received both centers. There are more than 8,000 urgent care centers in the For those who feel that even urgent care clinics are not her masters and doctorate in acupuncture U.S., and some estimates project more than 12,000 centers convenient enough, a 2015 San Francisco-based startup and Chinese Medicine. Dr. Scheffel has within two years. may fi ll the bill. Plush, an online urgent care provider, will expertise in treating chronic pain; allergies, Urgent care facilities tend to be positioned in high-vis- set up an online chat for $99 with a physician who can pro- asthma and immune disorders; sleep, anxi- ibility, consumer-accessible locations, which may explain vide a diagnosis and prescribe medications. Company rep- ety, depression and other mental emotional why two centers have opened in Orinda and one in Lafay- resentative Amanda Windsor said that Plush is taking health imbalances as well as oncology support. ette, but none in Moraga. “I’m not aware of any requests care to rural areas and will provide a way for the uninsured for these kinds of business uses in my fi ve years here,” said to enjoy health care, though she said that millennials would She’s a Lamorinda native, having graduated from Ellen Clark, Moraga planning director. be more likely to try the company business model. Miramonte in 1998 and wanted to bring her The fi rst Lamorinda urgent care center opened in Lafay- Though none appear in Lamorinda, free-standing emer- practice back ette in 2013. “It’s doing very well,” said Rob O’Reilly, Mor- gency rooms are also gaining momentum. According to to the area in aga resident and one of the principals of Stat Med, an urgent Hospital and Health Networks, there are more than 500 of which she grew care facility that specializes in staffi ng trained emergency these stand-alone facilities in the country and industry ex- up to help her room doctors. “Lafayette is not our model clinic, though, as perts project there could soon be as many as 2,000. Unlike community it is in a medical building and not in a retail location.” urgent care centers, these facilities are open 24/7, they typ- attain optimal O’Reilly said the ideal site for an urgent care center pro- ically charge standard ER rates and provide more sophisti- health. vides accessibility to 50,000 people within a seven minute cated diagnostic equipment than urgent care centers, such as Consider acu- drive, another reason why his home town may not be an X-ray machines, CT scanners and labs. puncture and ideal location for a clinic. His company has opened a second All companies mentioned in this article stress that, while facility in Concord. urgent care facilities provide outpatient care for acute or working with Often hospitals themselves will open an urgent care chronic illnesses or injuries, if you encounter a true medical Dr. Scheffel to center to siphon off some of their own emergency room emergency, call 911 for transport to a hospital emergency bring yourself patients and to help reduce health care costs. The Sutter room. Emergency ambulance transport is provided in Lam- into optimal East Bay Medical Foundation opened an urgent care facil- orinda by the Moraga-Orinda Fire District and the Contra health. ity in Orinda in 2016 but temporarily closed it in May due Costa County Fire Protection District, which according to Dr. Sophia Scheffel, LAc to challenges with doctor staffi ng, according to company Patricia Frost, director of emergency medical services for 925.268.0117 spokesman Clayton Warren. “Providing quality care to our Contra Costa Health Services, are not permitted to take pa- patients is our highest priority and we won’t compromise tients to urgent care centers. diabloacupuncture.com our promise to deliver the safest level of care until we have “We sometimes get calls from the urgent care center, and the necessary clinical staffi ng levels at this location,” War- we will transport patients from the urgent care center to a ren said. hospital,” said MOFD Interim Fire Chief Jerry Lee. 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Consultants,Medicine isboard certifi Dr. RichardC.Shinaman,ofPain tions. work thebestforpain-relatedcondi- kindness-based meditationstendto ery, bodyscanmeditations,andloving clinical experienceisthatguidedimag- techniques for“activerelaxation.”Our to helppeoplelearntherighttypeof heart ratevariabilitysensorsasatool The termmettareferstotheconcept er lessandlive c articles onthe c articles ed Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: B7 Laughs, magic and scares hit the Lamorinda theaters this October By Derek Zemrak ound four of the Bay Area’s hottest shows including The Late Show with Da- Rcomedy contest, Comedy Noir, re- vid Letterman, The Late Show with Craig turns to the Rheem Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Ferguson and Jimmy Kimmel Live. Do Oct. 6. Come see some of the funniest not miss this rare comedy event with two up and coming Bay Area comics battle it of the Bay Area’s very best performing out to advance to the fi nals at the Rheem artists together for the fi rst time on the Theatre on Friday, Nov. 3. Don’t let any- same stage on the same night! Tickets are one say your vote doesn’t count! Tickets $30. are $15. If you are looking for a scary movie Illusionist Timothy James returns to this October you will not want to miss the Rheem Theatre on Saturday, Oct. 7 Orinda’s free Movie Night on Thursday, with two shows at 6 and 8 p.m. This will Oct. 12 where they are showing the cult be your last chance this year to see the classic, “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” amazing James. Get ready for a night of where a group of teenagers are terrorized unbelievable sleight of hand, hilarious by Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund) audience interaction, and a grand fi nale who attacks his victims by entering their that will leave you saying, “What?? How dreams and killing them. Remember did he do that?” It’s fun for the entire free movie night at the Orinda Theatre family and kids of all ages. The 6 p.m. is always the second Thursday of each Andrew Norelli Photos provided Jeff Richards show is a family show geared toward 12 month. and under. The 8 p.m. show is 13-plus. How about an independent horror Tickets are $10 (under 18) and $15 (over movie to put a little scare into you this 18). Halloween season? The Rheem Theatre The Bay-Area Grown Comedy show has you covered with “The Lost Tree,” at the Orinda Theatre Thursday, Oct. which starts on Friday, Oct. 13. Yes, 12 features Jeff Richards and Andrew Friday the 13th for a week-long engage- Norelli, who both grew up in the Bay ment. After a serious traumatic accident, Area and became nationally known co- a man leaves his old life behind and medians. Richards came from Walnut moves to an isolated cabin to start his life Creek and graduated from Las Lomas. over. He soon learns that the surrounding He is a Saturday Night Live and MadTV area has a very dangerous past. “The Lost alumnus. His most famous characters Tree” stars Scott Grimes (“ER,” “Party of were Drunk Girl and Dr. Phil. Norelli Five”), Lacey Chabert (“Party of Five”), grew up in Danville and graduated from Michael Madsen (“Reservoir Dogs,” San Ramon High School. He has had “Kill Bill”) and Thomas Ian Nicholas numerous appearances on late night talk (“American Pie,” “Rookie of the Year”). Lynn’s Top Five The traditional numbers behind growing non-traditional families By Lynn Ballou, CFP® ack-to-school time, Hallow- com. as fees and legal costs back here. and gone when that number is Been trick-or-treaters, open- 2) Surrogacy: Friend and According to Adoptive Families $243,540 and above. Parents who ing holiday presents with small colleague at EP Wealth, Tyler Magazine as quoted on www. adopt a child with special needs children – all of these Norman Robuck, CFP®, and his husband, americanadoptions.com Interna- can claim the full amount. As a Rockwell moments were heart- determined several years ago that tional Adoption costs in 2012 – non-refundable credit, it can only breaking for me and my husband surrogacy offered them their best 2013 ranged from about $30,000 be used in the year you adopt if for many years. After abandon- alternative at building a family. to $45,000. You can read more you have a tax liability to offset. ing countless medical options As with adoption, the array of about international adoptions on More information is available on with no results, we heard about choices and opportunities is stun- the U.S. Department of State’s the IRS website: www.irs.gov/ open adoptions, a relatively new ning as are the potential costs. Intercountry Adoption Website: taxtopics/tc607.html. idea back then, and we were all The good news is that you can https://travel.state.gov/content/ As you can see there are many Lynn Ballou is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ in! Almost 29 years later and choose to have an agency handle adoptionsabroad/en/country-in- ways to build a family when giv- professional and Regional Director with EP Wealth our family continues to grow every detail for you or you can formation/learn-about-a-country. ing birth to children yourself Advisors, a Registered Investment Advisory Firm in Lafayette. Information used in the writing of with the addition of our beautiful do some things yourself, such html. is not an option. I hope that no this column is believed to be factual and up-to- granddaughter two years ago. as identifying a surrogate can- 5) Tax Breaks for Adopt- matter what path you choose, date, but we do not guarantee its accuracy and it For those of you who may be didate and coordinating medical ing: Some adoption costs can be you will carefully research all the should not be regarded as a complete analysis of struggling to grow a family as we procedures. Other good news re- offset with the Federal Adoption providers and experts you can, the subject(s) discussed. All expressions of opinion were, and medical options aren’t volves around technology which Tax credit which rises to $13,570 so that you fi nd the team that is refl ect the judgment of the author as of the date of publication and are subject to change. Content your solution either, let’s explore now means that you can screen this year, but phases out for par- the best fi t for you. It’s worth the is not intended to be interpreted as tax or legal other opportunities and their for genetically viable eggs thus ents with more than $203,540 time, the calls, the meetings – it’s advice. Always consult a tax and/ or legal profes- costs. If you are still reading avoiding multiple or unsuccess- modifi ed adjusted gross income a forever decision. sional regarding you specifi c circumstances. this column please know that the ful births. Your costs for this path matters of the heart and family to parenthood can range from are at the core of your decision. $50,000 at a minimum to well To be helpful, I’m going to focus over $125,000. For more infor- just on the fi nancial planning as- mation from one group that spe- pect and not the real reason we cializes in surrogacy go to www. adopt – love and family. growinggenerations.com. 1) Open domestic adop- 3) Foster Care Adop- tions: Megan Cohen, an attorney tions: In my chat with Megan with Family Formation Law Of- Cohen, she explained to me that fi ces in Lafayette, told me that for because these children are wards these adoptions you and the birth of the state, the state pays for al- mother will know each other’s most all the costs associated with identities and how much contact foster care adoptions. Within you have is up to both you and these types of adoptions are the birth mother. The costs for choices that can include foster these adoptions can vary quite to adopt, kids with special needs a bit, but remembering you are and safe surrender (infants). You in the Bay Area, you should be can learn more about these pos- prepared to spend up to $40,000. sibilities by going to www.adop- You might think this will mostly tuskids.org and click on the link be for the birth mother’s medi- to California. cal care, however, thankfully in 4) International Adop- California we have MediCal, so tions: Within the context of this the actual medical costs are not short column, I cannot begin to likely to be the largest expense. do this topic justice. It seems According to Megan, most of the that costs for these vary wildly expenses are for agency and legal depending on the circumstances, fees, home studies, and costs for the country involved and their the birth mother. You can read fees and regulations, the travel more about adoption on their costs (including yours to visit, website: www.familyformation. maybe more than once) as well Submit stories to [email protected] Page: B8 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 When I say “good,” Not to be missed Not to be missed ART Oct. 8 at Bruns Amphitheater, 100 Oct. 22 in downtown Lafayette. Now you say “neighbor.” California Shakespeare Theater Way, celebrating its 25th anniversary, this The Moraga Art Gallery announc- Orinda. Single tickets start at $20, community fi tness event features es its new show entitled “East-West with discounts available for seniors, beautiful scenery, a fast 5-K race, a Portal,” signifying a mix of contrast- students, persons age 30 and under, challenging 10-K course which in- Mike Rosa Now that'sNow that's teamwork. teamwork. ing cultures embodied in the collages and groups. All tickets are available cludes a trip around the Lafayette Agent 925-376-2244 CALL FORCALL A QUOTE FOR A 24/7QUOTE 24/7 of resident artist Pamela Murray through the California Shakespeare Reservoir, and a 2 Mile Fun Run/ Insurance Lic. #: 0F45583 and jewelry by guest artist Jyotsna Theater Box Offi ce, 701 Heinz Av- Walk for dogs, walkers and run- 346 Rheem Blvd., Suite 106 Moraga Chawla. The show runs through Oct. enue, Berkeley, (510) 548-9666, on- ners of all ages (this one begins at P097314.1 State Farm Home Office, Bloomington, IL 21. For more information, visit www. line at www.calshakes.org, or at the 8:45am). All races start and end at the moragaartgallery.com, call (925) Bruns box offi ce on the day of the same location – corner of Mt. Diablo 376-5407 or email moragaartgal- performance. Blvd. and Oak Hill Rd. in downtown [email protected]. Lafayette. Register online www.la- Lamorinda’s LECTURE & LITERATURE fayettechamber.org/resrun. Ray Beldner will be coming to the Religious Services Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery to an- Two Among the Righteous Few: A Orinda Academy will be hosting swer questions about applying for Story of Courage in the Holocaust an open house event for fall 2018 the StArtup Fair from 4 to 6 p.m. at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 at the enrollment from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 22 and Dec. 9. Come and see what St. Anselm’s Episcopal Church Wednesday, Oct. 11 at Jennifer Perl- Lafayette Library and Learning Cen- mutter gallery. The event is free but ter. Speaker and author Marty Broun- makes OA a Best of Parents Press A Loving Community if you want to attend, you need to stein shares a true story of tragedy winner (independent high school/al- Sunday Services: 8 and 10 AM RSVP at http://jenniferperlmutter- and hope, detailing how a Christian ternative learning high school). Our In-church Youth Zone, 10 AM Nursery Childcare gallery.com. couple in the Netherlands saved the small class sizes, college prep cur- lives of over two dozen Jews during riculum, and full-time learning sup- 682 Michael Lane, Lafayette, 284-7420, www.stanselms.ws The award-winning Netfl ix series, World War II. Please register to at- port coordinator help all students be “Stranger Things” has sparked tend the program: www.tinyurl.com/ successful! fan art and loyal followers around LAFbrounstein Teen Stress and Student Perfor- the globe. Join us for a fun night of mance from art and atmosphere to celebrate our Miko Peled, Israeli Peace Activist 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednes- love of all things “Strange” from speaks about “Trump and Prospects day, Oct. 25 at Acalanes High School 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28. Step for Peace: What is Next for Pales- Performing Arts Center. All are in- inside the Sci-fi realm of “The Up- tine/Israel?” at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. vited to a free informative talk spon- side Down” at the Jennifer Perlmut- 6 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church sored by Acalanes Parents Club giv- ter Gallery, featuring 11 artists from 1035 Carol Lane, Lafayette. Cost: en by author and psychologist, Dr. around the Bay Area paying tribute $10 in advance; $15 at door; students Ben Bernstein, Ph.D., a psychologist to the characters, sets, and themes of free. Pre-register at: www.ourpeace- and educator specializing in how “Stranger Things.” The $10 admis- center.org. For more info visit www. stress affects performance, including sion ticket includes entry to this ex- mikopeled.com. test anxiety. For more information periential exhibit, plus refreshments, and to register, visit https://benber- live painting, meet the artists, photo KIDS, PARENTS & TEENS nstein.eventbrite.com. If you have ops, costume contest, raffl e prizes, any questions, please contact Holly “Strange Art” for sale and other Lisa Bograd, MFT, will lead a Nolan at [email protected]. workshop surprises! Purchase at: http://jen- from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. For a fun, safe Halloween event, niferperlmuttergallery.com/product/ Wednesday, Oct. 11 at the Orinda Li- children and their parents are in- strangerartist/. brary where parents (of elementary ORINDA CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH vited to trick-or-treat on Mt. Diablo and preschool-aged children) will 24 Orinda Way (next to the Library) - 254-4212 Boulevard from Oak Hill Road to The Lamorinda Arts Alliance learn how to respond to picky eaters, Dewing Avenue and in La Fiesta Sunday Service and Sunday School 10 - 11 am presents its 3rd Annual Art Show avoid power struggles about food Square from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. Informal Wednesday Meeting 7:30 - 8:30 pm and Sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weight, and other ways to help 27. All participating businesses will Reading Room/Bookstore M - F 11 - 4; Sat 11 – 2 Saturday, Oct. 14 at the Lafayette understand the dynamics of food display a “Trick-or-Treat Poster” and Christian Church at 584 Glenside and nutrition and choices. Free, but www.christianscienceorinda.org balloons. Please come in costume to Dr., Lafayette. Twenty-four artists please register online at ccclib.org/ receive a special treat. Don’t forget will display and sell their artwork in- locations/orinda.html. to bring a trick-or-treat bag. cluding ceramics, jewelry, printmak- For the second year in a row, Lam- ing, painting, photography, weaving OTHER JOIN US FOR WORSHIP and sculpture. Jacqueline Proulx orinda Moms is proud to present Dr. will show her beautiful ceramics and Laura Markham, who will discuss Orinda Garden Club invites the all are welcome George Ehrenhaft will display his how to facilitate a loving, connected Community to a documentary fi lm exquisite watercolors. Maria San- relationship between siblings, based presentation of “Toxic Puzzle: Hunt Sunday mornings, 9:30 am tostefano, a plein air painter, and K. on her recent book, “Peaceful Parent, for the Hidden Killer” at 7 p.m. new! Sunday evenings, 5 pm de Groot with her unique jewelry Happy Siblings: How to Stop the Wednesday, Oct. 4 at the Orinda The- will also display their work. There Fighting and Raise Friends for Life.” atre, which follows the work of eth- will be live music from a local jazz This year’s event will take place nobotanist, Paul Alan Cox Ph.D., and 10 Moraga Valley Lane pianist, Michael Granat. The art- from 7 to 9 .m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 team in their investigation of the role www.mvpctoday.org ists will all be on site to answer any 925.376.4800 at Orinda Intermediate School. The environmental toxins play in neuro- questions you might have about tech- cost to attend is $20 for non-mem- degenerative illnesses. The screening nique or what inspires and motivates bers and $10 members. Tickets can of the documentary will be followed them. www.laa4art.org be purchased at http://www.brown- by a Q& A session lead by Dr. Cox. papertickets.com/. Advance registration is required; MUSIC for details go to orindagc.org, call Carr Ranch property dedication (925) 257-0668 or email program@ 66 St. Stephen’s Drive, Orinda The Little Fall Music Fest from and public opening of 604-acre orindagc.org. Tickets are $5. 254-3770. www.ststephensorinda.org 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21 at the Carr Ranch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday 8am, 10am Library Community Hall, Lafayette Saturday, Oct. 14 in Moraga. Guided Restoring Creeks in Diffi cult Ur- Library and Learning Center. Enjoy hikes, a family square dance, food ban Sites at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, an afternoon of great music and liba- trucks, and other activities. Carr Oct. 4 in the Orinda Library Garden tions, starting with fl amenco dancer Ranch will serve the community Room. Dr. Ann Riley, author of Re- Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church Melissa Cruz, followed by the blue- as vital wildlife habitat, a source of storing Neighborhood Streams, will grass and blues sounds of Dirty clean drinking water, and beautiful 433 Moraga Way, Orinda, 254-3422 talk about creek restoration projects in Cello, and fi nishing with the rousing public open space for recreation. the San Francisco Bay Area and share www.holyshepherd.org music hall songs of Brass Farthing. Park at Rancho Laguna Park located with us what projects like this entail. 8:30 a.m. Traditions Worship Service Lafayette Rotary Club will be on at 2101 Camino Pablo in Moraga and 9:45 a.m. Education for all ages hand with barbecue, beer and wine. follow the signs. More details avail- Join National Park Service rang- 10:45 a.m. Celebrations Worship Service $10 able at www.jmlt.org. ers for a full Coffee Fellowship at 9:30 and 11:45 a.m. moon walk beginning Childcare available for ages 5 and younger at 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5 on Mt. Crowden Music Center presents Kids Book Faire 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wanda, part of the John Muir Na- Community Music Day from 10 Sunday, Oct. 15 with free admission tional Historic Site in Martinez. This a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, at and free parking at Acalanes High free, two-hour program is a one- Crowden Music Center, 1475 Rose School in Lafayette. Some all-time mile, moderately strenuous hike to Sunday Sacrament Service Street, Berkeley. Crowden’s Com- favorite characters from books and watch the full moon rise over nearby at 10AM munity Music Day is a free musi- movies will be on hand to meet and Mt. Diablo. Visitors should meet at cal carnival, with Instrument Pet- greet attendees including Curious Scripture Study & the parking lot on the corner of Al- ting Zoos, San Francisco Chamber George, The Very Hungry Caterpil- hambra Avenue and Franklin Can- Youth Programs Orchestra, face painting, prizes lar, Pete the Cat and Clifford the Big Everyone welcome! yon Road, Martinez. Bring water, a 3776 Via Granada, Moraga and more. For more info see http:// Red Dog. Bel and Bunna’s Books of fl ashlight, warm clothes, and binocu- www.crowden.org/concerts-and- Lafayette will be on hand selling the lars, if you have them. No reserva- events/community-music-day or call books of these famous characters. tions needed. For more information, (510) 559-6910 or email concerts@ There will be storytelling all day by visit the park website at www.nps. crowden.org. authors and free arts and educational gov/jomu. activities and photo booth for at- THEATER tendees. Attendees are encouraged to The Mt. Diablo Peace and Justice bring canned goods to donate to the Center and members of Jewish 10 Irwin Way, Orinda | 925.254.4906 | www.orindachurch.org Town Hall Theatre Company pres- Food Bank of Contra Costa and So- Voice for Peace - East Bay, Norcal “No matter who you are, wherever you are on life’s ents “The Song of the Nightingale: lano. They will receive a free raffl e Friends of Sabeel and Rossmoor journey, you are welcome here!” A Musical Fairy Tale,” a new pop ticket for each donated can. Voices for Justice in Palestine are Join us Sundays at 10 a.m. | Sunday School 10 a.m musical based on the Hans Chris- hosting Israeli peace activist/author tian Andersen fairy tale, with book, Wheel Day from 10 a.m. to noon Miko Peled beginning at 6 p.m. Fri- music and lyrics by Min Kahng; di- Saturday, Oct. 21 at Lafayette Orin- day, Oct. 6. He will be welcomed at rected by Michael Mohammed with da Presbyterian Chruch, 49 Knox a reception at 6 and will speak at 7 music direction by Margaret Halbig. Drive Lafayette (rain or shine.) Bring p.m. on the issue of Trump and the The show runs through Oct. 21. For the whole family for a day of horn- Prospects for Peace: What is Next Lafayette United Methodist Church ticket information and showtimes, honking fun. Children can climb, for Palestine/Israel? This event takes visit www.townhalltheatre.com. explore, ask questions and have place in Lafayette at Our Savior’s 955 Moraga Road 925.284.4765 thelumc.org their photo taken with a variety of Lutheran Church, 1035 Carol Lane, Sunday 10am Worship and Faith Formation for all ages California Shakespeare Theater vehicles! Popcorn and baked goods with the goal of inviting discussion Opportunities to Love God, Love Others, and Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s co- available for purchase. on this complicated issue. The public and Serve the World production of “Measure for Mea- is invited. Tickets are $10 in advance, sure” by William Shakespeare, di- The annual Lafayette Res Run for $15 at the door, free for students. rected by Tyne Rafaeli runs through Education begins at 8 a.m. Sunday, ... continued on next page Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: B9 Not to be missed Not to be missed NOW ENROLLING OTHER load boxes, dump papers into shred at (925) 376-6218. Meetings are free bins, then return fi le boxes to your and open to the public. Wed, October 11th, 7:00-8:30 PM Come celebrate diversity and pro- car. Certifi cates of Destruction avail- Lafayette Community Center mote our unity at Soul Food Lam- able on request. For more informa- The Sons in Retirement Lamor- orinda (Fuel for the Mind and Soul) tion about Tech Trek: http://oml-ca. inda Branch 174 lunch at 11 a.m. from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 aauw.net/tech-trek/ on Oct. 11 at Holy Trinity Culture Are You Maximizing at the Intercultural Center at Saint Center 1700 School Street, Moraga Mary’s College. Soul Food Lamor- Volunteers will remove Fire will feature Dr. Michael Barrington, Your Executive inda is a free Baha’i-inspired pro- Blight - damaged branches from author of “The Bishop Wears No gram that combines an audio-visual the 104-year-old pear orchard adja- Drawers” (memoir of 20 years living Compensation? presentation with readings from var- cent to Joaquin Moraga Intermediate in Nigeria as a missionary). For at- Don’t leave money on the table! ious faiths, philosophers and lead- School in Moraga from 9 a.m. to 1 tendance and membership info, call Learn how to ers, allowing us to refl ect on inspir- p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21. The trees are Tyler at (925) 284-5561. best utilize your executive deferred compensation ing themes and reminding us of the doing better after several years of plan, optimize your stock options, and manage the oneness of humanity. This month’s fi re blight removal, treatment with GARDEN tax burden of restricted stock vestings. Taught by program, “The Light Within” will an organic fertilizer last year, and Financial Coach, Valerie Gospodarek, CFA. explore the expression of light from our winter rains. Bring gloves, sun- The October program of the Wal- religions, cultures and authors, to il- screen, hats and sturdy shoes. If you nut Creek Garden Club is: Glori- REGISTER TODAY AT luminate our hearts and minds. Free have them bring (labeled with your ous Success with Bulbs Wm. “Bill and open to everyone. For more name), loppers, hand pruners and the Bulb Man” Welch, Santa Cruz http://bit.ly/execcomp1017 info: www.meetup.com/Soul-Food- (especially needed) pole pruners and will talk about how to maximize the Lamorinda/ orchard ladders. For more informa- beauty of our gardens using bulb or through the Lafayette Recreation web site. tion, contact Bobbie Preston at (925) plants: 9:45 a.m. Business Meeting; 4th annual Art of Mixology Fund- 376-8474 or barbarampreston@ 10:30 a.m. social; 11 a.m. program raiser from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, comcast.net. Monday, Oct. 9 at Heather Farm, Oct. 7 at the Orinda Theatre Square. 1540 Marchbanks Road, Walnut All Airports Tickets are $45 in advance and can The big semi-annual book sale Creek. be purchased online at www.lamor- sponsored by the Friends of the TAXI BLEU Served 24/7 indaarts.org/mixology. Day of tickets Moraga Library will be held from 10 Lafayette Garden Club General can be purchased at the event for $55. a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21 at Meeting from 9:45 to noon on Oct. Dispatch: (see story on page B4) the Moraga Library 1500 St. Mary’s 12 at the Lafayette Veteran’s Build- 925-849-2222 Road. Books, CD’s, DVD’s of every ing located at 3780 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Direct: Serbian Food Festival from noon category will be sold at prices rang- Lafayette. Program and Speakers: to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at Holy ing from 25 cents to $4. Beginning James Pettigrew and Shawn Stout. 925-286-0064 Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church at 1 p.m. a bag can be purchased for These gentlemen will speak about www.mytaxibleu.com 1700 School Street, Moraga. Live $5 and fi lled with all the books it can “Salvage Secrets,” the creative ways [email protected] Serbian Music, delicious homemade hold. Come to one of the biggest bar- to reuse materials in gardens. James pastries, plus a bounce house for the gain sales in Lamorinda. has a keen artistic eye and Shawn has kids! an extreme love of nature. Together, Daughters of the Goddess they make a dynamic duo, creating Maximize Your Executive Com- Womyn’s Temple welcomes one of a kind habitat gardens. pensation - If you receive stock womyn and girls of all ages to the Service Clubs Announcements options and/or restricted stock from Annual Spiral Dance at 6:30 p.m. Lafayette Community Garden your employer, or have access to a Friday, Oct. 27 at the Orinda Ma- and Outdoor Learning Center’s non-qualifi ed deferred compensation sonic Temple, 9 Altarinda Rd. Dur- 6th annual Fall Harvest Celebration Meets Friday mornings at 7:00 am at The Lafaye e Park Hotel & Spa, plan, you will not want to miss this ing this multi-cultural ritual, led by from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafaye e. Check us class where you will learn to maxi- Kahuna Leilani, and accompanied 15 at 3932 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Tours, out at www.lamorindasunrise.com or mize these benefi ts and minimize by spiritual elders of different tra- games, crafts, snacks, and music. email us at [email protected] their tax impact. The class is being ditions, come together to honor held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 and celebrate loved ones who have The Moraga Garden Club will October 6 October 13 at the Lafayette Community Center. passed away. Ticket cost is $23 ad- hold their next meeting at 9:30 a.m. Eve Phillips, Mayor of Cost is $30. To learn more and reg- vance by Oct. 23 or $29 at the door. Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Holy Trin- Discussion on our Orinda, on serving and ister for this class, visit bit.ly/exec- Student and Crone discounts are ity Church, 1700 School Street, Mor- Community Involvement being a part of the vision comp1017 or the Lafayette Recre- available in advance. Please bring aga. The guest speaker will be Linus for the city. ation website (register early - space pictures of your loved ones that have Eukel, executive director of the John is limited). passed to be placed on the Ancestor Muir Land Trust. Interested parties Altar. Also bring along your drums are welcome to attend the 9:30 a.m. Friendship, Fellowship, Service to Others and Fun Superfest from 1 tp 5 p.m. Sat- and rattles for the ceremony. social hour, 10 a.m. meeting, and the urday, Oct. 14, in the Orinda Li- presentation by Eukel immediately brary Auditorium. For more than SENIORS following the meeting. 30 years, Superfest has celebrated cutting-edge cinema that portrays The Stroke Support Group of disability through a diverse, com- Contra Costa County will hold its plex, unabashed and engaging lens. October meeting from 7 to 9 p.m. Part-Time Senior Living Shuttle Van Driver Join Superfest and the Contra Costa Monday, Oct. 9 in the Ball Audito- Seeking an experienced part-time Class B shuttle van driver for our SENIOR independent-living County Library Accessibility Com- rium at John Muir Medical Center apartment complex in Lafayette. The driver uses the site’s 18-passenger van to transport residents for mittee for an afternoon of fi lms. - Walnut Creek Campus (1601 Yg- shopping and outings. This position is for 8-10 hours per week. The salary range is $22 - $25 per hour nacio Valley Road). Susan O’Grady, based on the candidate’s experience. For further information about this position, please refer to our job 4th Annual Tech Trek Paper Ph.D., psychologist, will discus listing on indeed.com under Shuttle Driver. 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We fail in the realm of free of an early autumn evening. The and accessible healthcare, but we sky was light, and the air frigid, do not fail to provide our citizens and in the surrounding trees—red- with the necessary sustenance to woods, oaks—a rustling of cool support their health. wind against foliage. The cloth Despite what the current ad- of an American fl ag hangs from a ministration or sentiment may es- pole tacked at an angle to the front pouse, America is great because we of our house, and in the autumnal are good. We stand for individual coolness, its cloth was shot with freedom and the courage of self- white sunlight that illuminated reliance. We stand for a standard of bright lapis and cranberry. equity and a spirit of competition Standing on the porch, looking with which to actionize it. We stand at the white sun shot through the for honesty, and for hard work, and cloth, I was proud to be an Ameri- for the secular salvation of personal can. I have often felt so proud. This achievement we, at our best, offer is a feeling, however, that I have any willing to work after it. had with less frequency since No- America is the fi rst country vember than I have had these 17 mandated by, rather than mandated years. for the people. It is the unlikely ex- As a child, I was wide-eyed to periment that succeeded. It is the stories of cornucopias and Plym- fragile system of democracy that, outh Rock and how, after carving a after establishing itself, in a 17th country from a rocky shoreline, our century miracle, in New England’s ancestors sat to long tables of Mas- harsh climate, re-established itself sachusetts berries and roast corn. I every four years since then. liked Patrick Henry’s fi ery “Give I’d like to tell my boyfriend Caramel-glazed apple cake Photo Susie Iventosch me liberty or give me death!” I en- that I am ashamed not of what e had a wonderful family re- set in, but since I cannot let a great with fl our. The fi rst time I made it, joyed the burnt goo of marshmal- America is, but what it is not. I’d Wunion in Michigan this past recipe pass, Cindy kindly sent me I used cooking spray and thought lows on Fourth of July, and the eq- like to tell him that the same mind summer, and my cousin, Cindy, the recipe for this perfect autumn that would be just fi ne, but I ended uitable words of Thomas Jefferson which lampoons the Senate’s at- brought her famous caramel-glazed dessert. Now that I’ve made it four up with a huge mess when I tried in class. tempted Obamacare repeal is the apple cake to one of the gatherings. times, I totally understand why ev- to turn the cake out onto a plate. It I was proud to be an American, one pushed to a shaking tear at the There was a bit of a buildup to this eryone was raving about this cake. came out in crumbles and I had to and to be one under our fl ag. But I thought that we are not what we cake, and everyone was absolutely It is fabulously delicious. piece it all back together. As you have been proud to be one, recently, worship ourselves for pretending raving about it at the party. I was I have two warnings about know, necessity is the mother of rather than always, intermittently. I to be. I’d like to tell anyone who having such a good time chatting this cake, however. The fi rst is invention, and to make it look pre- have worn my patriotism not as a will listen that only those of us im- with long lost cousins that it took that you might not be able to stop sentable, I caramelized apple slices skin, but as a sweater, or as the jade passioned enough to fi ght for what me forever to get to the dessert eating it once you start, so begin to hide the holes, which turned out necklace I reserve for special occa- America might be are those who, table, and when I fi nally did, there with a small slice so you can go to be both a pretty and delicious ad- sions. when it fails our exalted expecta- was not a slice of apple cake to be for seconds. And, the second is to dition to the cake. The next three For 17 years, the America I tions, fi ght against it. found. In fact, the cake plate had be sure to use Crisco to grease the times using Crisco, the cake turned knew and the American I was It is easy to confuse dissent been cleared too! Disappointment pan, and then dust over the Crisco out perfectly – no problem at all. aligned. Now, however, I often fi nd with dislike, but I don’t hate Amer- those two concepts waring. I want ica, and never will. Whenever I fail Recipe to be proud of my country. I want to to love America the country, when INGREDIENTS love America. I seek reasons to be I wear my patriotism only intermit- for and not against the nation I call tently, like a jade necklace, it is not 2 cups granulated sugar home. But like the fi rst colony at to express mistrust. Whenever I fail 1 ½ cups canola oil Roanoke, so often fail my attempts to love America the country it is be- 3 eggs to root myself in this native soil. cause I love too strongly America 3 cups all-purpose fl our Recently, I told my boyfriend the idea. 2 tsp. cinnamon that I am ashamed of our coun- 1 tsp. baking soda try. He told me that I should be ½ tsp. nutmeg ashamed of my shame. He told me ½ tsp. cardamom (the recipe calls for mace, but I prefer cardamom) that by being loudly critical I am ½ tsp. salt quietly unpatriotic. He told me that 2 tsp. vanilla extract I can’t together love America and 3 cups diced apples, (peeled and cored) I used Fuji and Honey reprimand it. But I argue otherwise. Crisp, but you can use any apple you like. I argue that shame requires passion. 2 Tbsp. lemon juice I argue that criticism marks the pa- 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts triot. I argue that reproof calls fi del- Garnish Susie can be reached at ity home. 2 medium apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced [email protected]. I love America. This is some- 2 Tbsp. butter This recipe can be found on our thing I realize as, from the iMac website: www.lamorindaweekly. in the journalism room, I research 3 Tbsp. brown sugar Alexandra Reinecke is from West- Caramel Glaze com. If you would like to share journalism in Mexico, which is a your favorite recipe with Susie chester, New York. She currently dangerous job. This is something 4 ½ Tbsp. butter please contact her by email or call resides in Lafayette, where she is 4 ½ Tbsp. brown sugar our offi ce at (925) 377-0977. I realize as I watch a documentary junior at Campolindo High school. 3 Tbsp. heavy cream on North Korea, where the govern- She writes every morning at 5 o’clock opposite a print of “View of ¾ tsp. vanilla ment stocks grocery stores with movie-set food and allows such the World from 9th Avenue” and a dearth of infrastructure that the consumes copious amounts of DIRECTIONS coff ee. Her likes include maple- people eat what meals they do take In large bowl of electric mixer, combine sugar and oil; beat until well combined. Add eggs, one at a fl avored anything and snow. Her by candlelight or in the dark. time, beating well after each addition. Sift together dry ingredients; add to egg mixture gradually, favorite animal is a tiger. We criticize journalists in beating constantly. Add vanilla and combine thoroughly. Sprinkle apples with lemon juice and fold into batter with walnuts. The batter will be very thick. Spoon into well-greased (Crisco) and fl oured Bundt pan or large tube pan. Bake at 325 F for 65-75 minutes or until cake tests done. Remove from www.Lamorindaweekly.com oven and cool in pan on wire rack 15 minutes. Invert onto serving plate and cool completely on wire rack. When completely cooled, glaze with Caramel Glaze (direction follows). Garnish the top of Most Frequently Viewed Stories the cake with caramelized apple slices (direction follows). Wrap leftover cake tightly in plastic wrap; keeps unrefrigerated up to two weeks. Makes 16 to 20 small servings. From Our Last Issue:

Caramel Glaze In small heavy saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar, cream, and vanilla. Bring to a rolling boil and boil rapidly about two minutes or until mixture thickens to coat a spoon. Cool slightly and spoon over cake so that glaze runs down the sides. Makes about ½ cup of glaze.

Caramelized Apple Slices Melt butter in a large skillet. Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Place apple slices on top of mixture and continue to cook over medium heat, turning halfway through. The sugar will begin to caramelize the apple slices and they will turn a nice golden brown color. Carefully lift each slice and place in a fan-shaped fashion on top of the cake. Cooking Term of the Week Poêlé This term comes from the French verb “poêler” (pwah lay) which refers to a cooking method whereby poultry meats are cooked in their own juices, often with aromatic vegetables like carrots - State deems Lafayette icon seismically unstable and onions, in a covered pot in the oven. Sometimes the meat is basted with butter, so the method - Lafayette determined to clean up commissions is also referred to as “butter roasting.” Toward the end of the cooking, the lid is removed to give - Spirited assistant chief takes over ConFire operations division the food a nice browned color. The term can also simply refer to a sauté or frying pan. - Healy refl ects on his years with MOFD - Digging Deep with Cynthia Brian Lamorinda winegrowers join a long distinguished line of grape cultivation - Longtime Lafayette resident gets Lifetime Award You can fi nd most of the recipes published in the - Rowing to Lithuania - Country Club’s new general manager Ron Haas Lamorinda Weekly on our website. - Lamorinda girls volleyball preview - Process launched to recruit new town manager www. lamorindaweekly.com Click Food tab. If you wish to view any of the stories above go to www.lamorindaweekly. com and click the link below the story. Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 LAMORINDA WEEKLY Page: C1

Range of talent on local high school girls golf teams By Jon Kingdon are to improve their skills, bring enjoyment to the game so that they will continue to play golf after the season and return to the team next season, and improve the team’s overall competitiveness. Though his players have shown their improvement on the driving range, his players are learning that “it is a huge step from the driving range to the golf course.” The Cougars home course is the Moraga Country Club and provides his team with a real home course advantage: “It helps that our teams know the greens and the layout of the course. It is not a long course but is very tech- nically challenging.” Miramonte’s golf coach, Bob Riddell, is the one coach who is the benefi ciary of a team with real depth. With 16 girls on his team, Riddell has many choices as to whom to play: “We are really deep in talent. There are 12-13 girls on the team who are match ready.” Developing camaraderie and Avalon Schenone Photos Gint Federas Ashley Pan team spirit on a team is crucial and nder the leadership of head don’t get frustrated and discour- for this, Riddell has come to rely Ucoach Tim Scott and as- aged.” on senior captains and four-year sistant coach Dan Weiner, the The team plays their home players Reagan Tierney and Tif- Acalanes High School Girls Golf matches at the Rossmoor Golf fany Shinn. Says Riddell: “With Team comprises 18 girls. Course. It is a course that pro- their leadership, this has been a Scott has a very young team: vides his team with some advan- great group to work with.” “We have a lot of new players that tage as it has some unique holes Playing their home matches are developing. I do not know that require knowledge of the dis- and practices at Orinda Country how many of the girls will want to tances that visitors generally don’t Club, Riddell speaks about how continue to pursue the game after possess. indebted the team is to be able to this season.” The Campolindo Girls Golf utilize this facility: “There are a The top player for the Dons team also brings a lot of potential few of our players whose parents is junior Avalon Schenone who is but has to take a long-term ap- are members at this club so they the team’s captain. Scott appreci- proach to see the young team’s are able to practice their year- ates that “she has both power and development. round.” accuracy in her game. She is a Coach Gary O’Neill under- Boding well for the future, the hard worker and wants to be good stands that it is not easy for play- top players on the Matadors team at the game.” ers newly exposed to golf: “Golf are all sophomores: Kaydee Tu Scott also likes the potential he is a cruel game. We are still look- who recently shot a 74 in the Pop- sees in sophomore Katlin Kirby: ing for players to step up and es- py Ridge Classic fi nishing in fi fth; “She is working hard on her game. tablish themselves as regulars for Katie Ingrey, maybe the most She practices hard and wants to be our matches.” consistent player on the team; and a good player.” By far, O’Neill’s best player Ashley Abramson who is new to For many of the girls, it is their is junior Ashley Pan who he feels the team and has shown the poten- fi rst exposure to competitive golf: has the desire and ability to even- tial to become a top player. “We have some very good ath- tually play for a Division I college Riddell is optimistic about letes with great potential but many team. Alexa Pritchard has also how the team is developing and are starting from scratch. It is a shown the potential to be able to is pointing to the Diablo Athletic chance for the girls to bond as a develop into a competitive player League Tournament and the North team. I am trying to make it fun as well. Coast Section Championships. and to make sure that the girls O’Neill’s goals for his team

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 The Transatlantic Soccer coaches working with LMYA are from Scotland and Spain. They all coach and player soccer in their respective countries throughout their winter season. They are all professionally qualified by Spanish and Scottish Soccer Associations. 

 They have loved working with LMYA coaches and players and meeting many families. It's a great cultural exchange for all.  There was a great number of LMYA players that took part in the Transatlantic Soccer Camps during the summer. In the fall season the Kindergarten and K-3 clinics were completely full and we put on additional clinics to cope with the demand. The Transatlantic coaches  commented on how enthusiastic, approachable and willing to learn the LMYA coaches were both during the July and August coaching clinics  and the team support sessions during August and September.

 It has been an extremely positive season and partnership again between Transatlantic Soccer and LMYA. We will continue to work together to develop and improve what we offer to best meet the needs of our soccer community  Page: C2 LAMORINDA WEEKLY 925-377-0977 www.lamorindaweekly.com Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017

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Meaghan Hohman (9) Photos Gint Federas Elizabeth Canon aving lost a number of key tainly bodes well for the future Vuong simplifi es the long- Hoffensive players from last of the team and Bachtold’s op- term prospects for his team: “We season due to graduation, Mira- timism is far less cautious now: just have to prepare. We are fac- monte coach Lisa Bachtold was “We have a lot of work ahead of ing a lot of competition but things approaching this season with us and we are still improving. are going according to plan and cautious optimism having to rely The girls work hard in practice we’re on the right path toward on a number of unproven under- and have shown a lot of dedica- the post season and the champi- classmen. With seven new play- tion and commitment. We are onship.” ers on the varsity, there were sev- coming together as a team.” Coming off their champion- eral opportunities for people to Campolindo Coach John Vu- ship season, the Acalanes girls step into starting positions. ong also had some concern after were well aware that the bullseye With a 9-4 overall record, the last season having lost six start- was going to be on their back. Matadors volleyball team has ers to graduation. With a 12-4 They knew that they were going shown that Bachtold’s concern record, it’s clear that the Cougars to get the best effort from their may have been overstated. have effectively reloaded. opponents as everyone wants to Junior Meaghan Hohman, a The players that have taken beat the current champions. left hander, has become a genu- over the key roles on the team The Dons have started off the ine force on the front line, having are Junior Elizabeth Canon who season with a 3-5 record and 1-1 several kills each game. Lau- plays middle and Senior Paige in league play. ren Lim, having returned as the Johnson, the team’s outside hitter. Because of their success last team’s libero, has taken her game Like all coaches, Vuong still season, the team was invited to to the next level. According to feels there is room for improve- play in the Nike Tournament of Bachtold, “Lauren has shown ment: “We need to improve our Champions Tournament in Phoe- constant improvement. She has defense. We are a little bit under- nix, Arizona Sept. 28-30. They taken on more responsibility on sized and I would like to see more will be competing against 74 the team’s defense and is relent- effort to read from our back row.” other teams who will be arriving less in the back row.” Grace Still Vuong is most pleased from all over the country. The Guidotti, a junior but a fi rst year with the play of sophomore set- experience should prove to be member of the team has proven to ter, Audrey Pak: “She has taken benefi cial and at the same time, be a very effective as the team’s control of the game. She displays telling as to where the Dons are setter. a great deal of leadership and headed as the season progresses. With a number of underclass- though only a sophomore, has the Zoe Mcphail men playing a great deal, this cer- respect of all of her teammates.”

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Top row, from left: Evan Sassano, Noe Johnson, Katie Lakin, Maren Thorpe, Catherine Davis, Emma Knutson, Olivia Penney, Madyson Yu; bottom row: Mylie Jacquet, Sadie Hansell, Louisa Symkowick, Demi Woods, Nadia Young, Sophia Amanqua and Nicole Nguyen he Lamorinda United 07 Navy girls soccer CUFA (Come Up For Air) tournament in South Alex Gujarathi of Novato, left, beat Micah Elias of Orinda in 16U Boys Tteam defeated the Roseville Reign, Ajax East Lake Tahoe on Sept. 16-17. Singles Sept. 10 at a USTA Junior Open tournament hosted by Sleepy Hol- Bay, and Impact (twice) to win a 4-0 run at the low Swim and Tennis Club in Orinda. Photo provided leepy Hollow Swim and Tennis to host the event.” SClub in Orinda hosted its fi rst Local winners: Karate students win trophies at USTA Junior Open tournament in Jack Satterfi eld of Lafayette a decade Sept. 9-10, attracting 117 defeated San Francisco’s Este Liu International Championship players, ages 7 to 18, from as far to win one of two 16-player brack- Submitted by Cindy Atwood away as Capitola and Healdsburg. ets in 12U Boys Singles. David Tournament director Jim Iglesias of Fremont won the other Coyne, Sleepy Hollow’s director bracket. of tennis, said the club’s goal was Liam Sullivan of Orinda and to host one of the best tournaments Aniketh Poruri of Pleasanton won in Northern California. “We want- 14U Boys Doubles. ed high-quality tennis and a lot of Micah Elias of Orinda fi nished fun competition for the juniors. second in 16U Boys Singles, losing Our members pitched in to provide to Alexander Gujarathi of Novato court monitors who insured fair in the fi nals. play and quick changes between Elena Sullivan and partner So- matches. The kids enjoyed snacks leil Skjorshammer, both of Orinda, and everyone could see real time fi nished second in 12U Girls Dou- results on display. We were thrilled bles.

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Why D.I.Y.? By Cathy Dausman hen it comes to keeping up appearances out- side their home, Lamorindans with limited Wfree time and more discretionary income sometimes opt to employ someone else’s elbow grease. Lawn services, window washing, gutter cleaning—these are the usual suspects when it comes to outsourcing ex- terior work, but here are two new companies to add to your “why D.I.Y.?” list. Erica Bradley-Pacheco is betting that her “totally unique idea” of adding seasonal plants and décor to her customer’s front doorstep will catch on. Her company, FrontDoor Treatment, launched in May, took in its first subscribers in June and already has an annual client base of 40 in the East Bay, the bulk of which (Bradley-Pache- co says “at least 30”) are in Lamorinda. Obsessed with design, nature, plants and flowers, Bradley-Pacheco first consulted with a landscape archi- tect, then used her marketing and public relations skills to bring her idea to life. Joanne McKinlay of Orinda knew the entryway of her brand-new farm house needed a “not too shiny” planter box. Bradley-Pacheco found what McKinlay calls a “perfectly weathered” chest, which Bradley-Pa- checo lined and planted with an olive tree and lavender plants. McKinlay, who admits to having spent “hun- dreds of dollars” on short-lived plants and decorations, is delighted to finally have a “thoughtful, well-picked” arrangement on her porch – especially one she only has to water to maintain. FrontDoor Treatment refreshes its customers’ front porch decorations quarterly, offering service sizes of small, medium, large and custom. Quarterly fees range from $90 to $200. Bradley-Pacheco offers her services to home stagers and realtors as well as individual residents. Seasonal plants and flowers by FrontDoor Treatment adorn this front entry area. Photo courtesy Erica Bradley-Pacheco ... continued on page D4 Page: D2 OUR HOMES 925-377-0977 Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017

Lamorinda Home Sales recorded City Last reported: LOWEST AMOUNT: HIGHEST AMOUNT: LAFAYETTE 18 $795,000 $3,395,000 MORAGA 7 $750,000 $1,450,000 ORINDA 12 $750,000 $1,900,000 Home sales are compiled by Cal REsource, an Oakland real estate information company. Sale prices are computed from the county transfer tax infor- mation shown on the deeds that record at close of escrow and are published five to eight weeks after such recording. This information is obtained from public county records and is provided to us by California REsource. Neither Cal REsource nor this publication are liable for errors or omissions.

LAFAYETTE 862 Birdhaven Court, $1,600,000, 4 Bdrms, 1986 SqFt, 1954 YrBlt, 9-7-17; Previous Sale: $935,000, 04-27-04 1821 Del Rey Street, $1,000,000, 3 Bdrms, 1654 SqFt, 1961 YrBlt, 8-25-17; Previous Sale: $300,000, 12-03-92 2 Foothill Park Terrace, $1,085,000, 4 Bdrms, 2000 SqFt, 1959 YrBlt, 8-25-17 3310 Moraga Boulevard, $1,230,000, 2 Bdrms, 1329 SqFt, 1949 YrBlt, 8-28-17 1115 Oak Hill Road, $1,325,000, 4 Bdrms, 2086 SqFt, 1939 YrBlt, 8-31-17; Previous Sale: $769,000, 06-16-09 473 Peacock Boulevard, $2,075,000, 3 Bdrms, 1154 SqFt, 1954 YrBlt, 9-7-17; MORAGA - CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION Previous Sale: $829,000, 10-17-16 Ideal location, more than a quarter acre level lot 3144 Plymouth Road, $1,200,000, 6 Bdrms, 1828 SqFt, 1952 YrBlt, 8-28-17 with pool, 4-bdrms, 3-baths, main level guest 1608 Rancho View Road, $1,840,000, 4 Bdrms, 4061 SqFt, 1986 YrBlt, 8-25-17 suite/office. Offered at $1,449,000 3211 Rohrer Drive, $915,000, 3 Bdrms, 1184 SqFt, 1952 YrBlt, 8-29-17 3710 Rose Court, $2,200,000, 4 Bdrms, 2445 SqFt, 1962 YrBlt, 8-31-17; Previous Sale: $1,920,000, 05-03-16 20 Shreve Lane, $965,000, 4 Bdrms, 2002 SqFt, 2013 YrBlt, 8-31-17 3 Shreve Lane, $964,000, 4 Bdrms, 2031 SqFt, 2013 YrBlt, 9-7-17; Previous Sale: $945,000, 11-18-15 3471 Sky Lane, $3,395,000, 5 Bdrms, 6421 SqFt, 1977 YrBlt, 8-25-17; Previous Sale: $555,000, 02-10-87 8 Spruce Lane, $1,550,000, 4 Bdrms, 2534 SqFt, 1966 YrBlt, 9-1-17; Previous Sale: $1,080,000, 09-14-11 3742 Sundale Road, $795,000, 3 Bdrms, 933 SqFt, 1951 YrBlt, 8-24-17; Previous Sale: $540,000, 06-05-14 760 Tanglewood Lane, $995,000, 3 Bdrms, 2893 SqFt, 1971 YrBlt, 8-25-17; Previous Sale: $210,000, 12-26-85 MORAGA - 1.92 ACRE ~ EXCLUSIVE SANDERS RANCH 1045 Timothy Lane, $1,650,000, 4 Bdrms, 2833 SqFt, 1973 YrBlt, 8-25-17 Estate property, 4-bedrm, 4.5-bath, library, bonus 2 Wellesley Court, $1,625,000, 3 Bdrms, 2136 SqFt, 1998 YrBlt, 8-31-17; room, gourmet kitchen, pool house, and two Previous Sale: $1,327,500, 07-30-12 apartments. Offered at $3,050,000 MORAGA 217 Corliss Drive, $1,357,500, 4 Bdrms, 2357 SqFt, 1966 YrBlt, 8-30-17 '½›ÄÄΙ<›½½®››ƒç›½½› 121 Cypress Point Way, $775,000, 2 Bdrms, 1464 SqFt, 1973 YrBlt, 9-1-17; 925.254.1212 Previous Sale: $640,000, 08-31-12 TheBeaubelleGroup.com 152 Danefield Place, $1,440,000, 4 Bdrms, 2055 SqFt, 1964 YrBlt, 8-28-17 CABRE# 00678426, 01165322 100 David Drive, $1,450,000, 4 Bdrms, 2449 SqFt, 1972 YrBlt, 9-1-17; Previous Sale: $865,000, 11-01-01 125 Miramonte Drive, $750,000, 2 Bdrms, 1514 SqFt, 1965 YrBlt, 8-24-17; Previous Sale: $381,000, 03-02-01 k &ROGZHOO %DQNHU 5HDO (VWDWH //& $OO 5LJKWV 5HVHUYHG &ROGZHOO %DQNHUp LV D UHJLVWHUHG WUDGHPDUN 138 Selborne Way, $1,425,000, 5 Bdrms, 2462 SqFt, 1965 YrBlt, 8-30-17 OLFHQVHGWR&ROGZHOO%DQNHU5HDO(VWDWH//&$Q(TXDO2SSRUWXQLW\&RPSDQ\(TXDO+RXVLQJ2SSRUWXQLW\(DFK &ROGZHOO%DQNHU5HVLGHQWLDO%URNHUDJH2IILFHLV2ZQHGE\D6XEVLGLDU\RI157//&5HDO(VWDWH$JHQWVDIILOLDW 473 Tharp Drive, $1,400,000, 4 Bdrms, 2759 SqFt, 1965 YrBlt, 8-29-17; HGZLWK&ROGZHOO%DQNHU5HVLGHQWLDO%URNHUDJHDUH,QGHSHQGHQW&RQWUDFWRU6DOHV$VVRFLDWHVDQGDUHQRWHP SOR\HHV RI &ROGZHOO %DQNHU 5HDO (VWDWH //& &ROGZHOO %DQNHU 5HVLGHQWLDO %URNHUDJH RU 157 //& &DO%5( Previous Sale: $1,250,000, 07-09-14 /LFHQVH ... continued on page D6 WE KNOW THE EAST BAY

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At the back end – literally – of home ownership dirty water and sediments. and perhaps a mite lower on the “to do” list is cleaning Proctor’s current Lamorinda customer base is out the garbage cans. Yard debris and excess food scrap modest – he estimates he currently has 20 to 30 cus- sediments can brew a stew no one wants to investigate. tomers, and he says working his trucks on Lamorin- And although your household garbage can contents da's hilly terrain might present a challenge. So why not may have shrunk thanks to a more comprehensive re- tackle the job yourself? cycling program, the remainder of what goes into the “Why would you want to?” he retorts; then adds, rolling cans could easily be called “untouchable.” “I fought giving up cutting my own grass for a long Canology cleans, sanitizes and deodorizes black, time,” he says. Yet Proctor realized how relieved he was blue and green waste containers, at both residential coming home the first time someone else had done and business sites, and does it curbside. that chore. “It’s one less thing I have to do,” he said, Owner operator Jason Proctor says garbage can adding he considers it money well spent to hire some- cleaning is a popular service in Europe; he first noticed one to do the work for him. it in the United Kingdom. Canology is the only com- A one-time Canology cleaning is $25 for two cans pany of its kind currently operating in the Bay Area, and $10 for each additional can. Monthly mainte- and is brand new to the streets of Lamorinda. nance fees are $10 for the first can, and $6.50 for each Canology trucks are giant dishwashers on wheels additional can. that can dig out and de-grease the contaminated “goo” Living decorations on your doorstep and spar- residing at the bottom of a waste can. The truck -ma kling clean waste containers – how’s that for curb ap- chinery power washes cans using high-pressure heated peal? water (200-degrees sprayed at 3800 psi) and finishes For more information on FrontDoor Treatment the job with an application of a lemon fragrance, in as or Canology, visit www.FrontDoorTreatment.com or little as 10 minutes. The truck collects and filters the www.trycanology.com. A FrontDoor Treatment arrangement Photo courtesy Erica Bradley-Pacheco BRINGING LAMORINDA HOME

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Simple steps to usher in the season ... continued from page D8 with faux bittersweet berries wrapped around the rim and a few grocery store pumpkins. The Fireplace Mantel Another spot you can add some fall touches is your fireplace mantel. Sometimes I like to keep it simple and just line my mantel with candles and tuck in a few white baby boo pumpkins. One year I decided to add a little glam. I purchased some ceramic white pumpkins and dipped the bottoms in gold paint. You can also do this with real pump- kins. The Dining Table My all time favorite place in the house to decorate is my dining room table. I enjoy entertaining and love coming up with creative table-scape ideas. Several years ago I was on a “paint all the things” kick, and decided to spray paint my pumpkins in the metallic colors of gold, and champagne. I took one of my plaid scarves and used it as a table run- ner. I then added a small tree limb I found in the back yard, scattered some leaves, and tucked in a few faux boxwood balls. You don’t have to go out and buy things for your table. Just use what you have. Walk out to your backyard and cut down some twigs or branches. One of my favorite table-scapes was when I lined up several shed deer antlers my brother had given me that he found in the woods on his acreage out in east Texas, and I used shed deer antlers and faux succulents for a pop of color in this arrangement. Photo Amanda Eck tucked in some Spanish moss and faux succulents I found at Hobby Lobby. I added The Interior some mini boo pumpkins and used my vintage glassware. If you have a chest or console table in your entrance bring in some store bought I hope these ideas inspired you to try and add a little touch of fall to your home. It pumpkins in various colors and sizes. Trader Joe’s always has some unique pumpkins does not need to be a lot, just a few touches here and there to usher in the season. and gourds this time of year. I used one of my garden urns and added a large moss ball Until next time sweet friends!

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Cynthia Brian’s Gardening Guide for October Just hanging around By Cynthia Brian “Delicious autumn!” – George Eliot

Cascading pink petunias. Suggested Bold Statements for Planting Verbena Calibrachoa Cascading petunia Fuchsia Impatiens Lobelia Cyclamen Geranium Ivy A pole of pink and purple petunias shines brightly against the blue skyline. Photos Cynthia Brian Marigold he harvest of grapes, pears, figs and apples is in full swing. extend the flowering season with a myriad of bright colors in pur- Asparagus fern My ribier grape vine has twined its way into my crabapple ple, pink, white, blue and yellow. As long as the flowers are dead- Sweet potato vine Ttree and I now have a “grape tree” with succulent bunch- headed when they are spent, the masses of blooms will continue to Begonia es hanging from branches. If we can keep the squirrels, rats, rac- be stunning show stoppers until the first frost. Contrasting colors, Vinca coons, rabbits and birds away, we will be picking pumpkins, winter bright foliage and appealing textures highlight these artistic, fash- Heliotrope squash, walnuts, olives, persimmons and pomegranates soon. The ionable forms. Schizanthus season of delicious and nutritious has arrived. Even edibles work well in hanging baskets. Peas, strawber- Viola Besides the delectable edibles on the trees, vines, and in ries, cherry tomatoes, nasturtiums and any herbs are great contrib- Dianthus the garden, I find myself falling for hanging baskets of spectacular utors. You can even mix and match with vegetables, flowers and Osteospermum beauty. From the vineyards of Temecula in Southern California to herbs. Butterflies and hummingbirds will be constant visitors. For Coleus the coastline towns on the Oregon coast, everywhere I travel I’ve a no-care container, fill it with succulents. Hanging baskets are es- Sweet alyssum witnessed glorious displays of cascading flowers. Hanging from pecially perfect for brightening small areas. Bacopa pergolas, lampposts, balconies, porches and patios, these bloom- Creating a hanging masterpiece is quite simple and you can Snapdragon filled tubs trump the fern and spider plant baskets of bygone days. enjoy the beauty from spring until winter. New Guinea impatiens The prolific blooms of petunias, fuchsias, impatiens and verbena ... continued on next page Wed., Oct. 4, 2017 OUR HOMES Pag­­e: D13 MORAGA GARDEN CENTER Annual Fall Sale Up to 50% off Through October 31st Free Plants with Purchase

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Japanese anemone x hybrida looks like black current. How to Make a Hanging Basket 1. Any sturdy container that has a hole in the bottom can work including buckets, colanders, or old boots. Plastic planters are the least expensive, however they are also the least attractive. Once the plantings are mature, the container could be covered with greenery, but I prefer to use a wire basket. Line the wire basket with sphagnum moss, coco-fiber, burlap, or even discarded fabric and soak the liner overnight. 2. Add a lightweight potting soil to cover a few inches of the bottom. Don’t use garden soil as it is too heavy. The goal is to have a lightweight soil that doesn’t compact to promote proper drainage. 3. Plant the flowers, herbs or vegetables you wish and cover with soil. 4. Water thoroughly, making sure that the soil doesn’t wash away. 5. Fill with more soil. 6. Water again. 7. Add a moss top layer to help with water retention. 8. If you are using a wire basket, poke holes in various places and plant your spec- imens to exhibit a full, rounded globe. 9. Anchor hooks securely to an area that receives ample sunlight. Keep in mind these baskets can become very heavy. 10. Water daily, or check if the basket needs water by inserting a stick into the soil. If it comes out dry, you need to water. Never let the soil get soggy or the roots will drown and the plants will die. 11. Feed monthly with a water-soluble fertilizer or use plant spikes or slow-release fertilizers. Hanging baskets add the “wow” to any landscape and provide instant curb ap- peal. When edibles are included, you’ll be able to have a meal from a wheel. Fill, spill and thrill. This is a delicious autumn! Page: D14 LAMORINDA WEEKLY OUR HOMES www.lamorindaweekly.com 925-377-0977 Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017

Cynthia Brian’s October Gardening Guide • CLEAR brush, debris, wood and other flammables from around the perimeter of your house. Fire season is most dangerous in October as everything is so dry. For more information or assistance visit http://www.fire.ca.gov/. • PREPARE soil for reseeding or sowing lawn or adding sod. Next issue I’ll be discussing planting lawns in more detail. • DEADHEAD annuals and perennials for continuous blooming until frost. • CUT off spent rose blossoms to get another flush of blooms through Christmas. • TAKE photos of your trees as they begin their autumn wardrobe change. • PLANT garlic bulbs and cool season vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and Swiss chard. • REFRIGERATE spring blooming bulbs including crocus, hyacinth and tulip. Mark paper bags and keep cold until planting time in mid-November through January. • VISIT your favorite nursery to find trees for fall planting. This next month is a prime time for planting trees and shrubs. • BEWARE of the danger of creosote poisoning if railroad ties were used in your landscape. The EPA has stated that humans should not use creosote treated railroad ties where frequent or pro- longed bare skin contact can occur. • EXPERIMENT with designing hanging baskets for your landscape. • BE vigilant deterring skunks, rats and other rodents from your property. As the weather turns inclement, they will be looking for shelter. • VISIT a petting zoo of rescued and adopted animals. Zeus, the camel, became my buddy. • PLUNGE into a swimming pool, then share a glass of local vino with a friend. • ENJOY an Indian summer of warm days and cool nights. Get outside for a bit of forest bathing to savor the deliciousness of fall.

Just hang around! We are so blessed to live with four glorious seasons. A gorgeous combination of multi-colored fuschias and white impatiens. Photos Cynthia Breian Happy Gardening and Happy Growing!

Cynthia’s Ribier grapes hanging from her crabapple “grape tree.” A stunning basket of purple and red petunias. Wed., Oct. 4, 2017 OUR HOMES Pag­­e: D15

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