ENROLLMENT for MV WHISMAN DISTRICT to Study As Much Housing As the Units Among Them

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NOVEMBER 13, 2015 VOLUME 23, NO. 42 www.MountainViewOnline.com 650.964.6300 MOVIES | 23 Council opts for maximum housing in North Bayshore CITY’S TECH HUB ALONG SHORELINE BOULEVARD COULD BE THE SITE OF 9,100 NEW HOMES

By Mark Noack buildings of up to 12 stories high that would be filled mostly with he Mountain View City “micro-unit” apartments for tech Council on Tuesday workers. Tpushed to maximize new Council members explained housing development in the that they want to take a flexible bustling North Bayshore tech approach to encourage speedy corridor. If realized by private development. developers, the city’s vision for “All this housing probably isn’t the area would add about 9,100 going to be built,” said Council- new households next door to the woman Pat Showalter. “But the offices of some of Silicon Valley’s max (area) where it’s allowed, the corporate giants. better.” The idea to inject housing It was abundantly clear at the MICHELLE LE into what has essentially been a meeting that much of this new Ryan Chester, winner of the Breakthrough Prize’s junior challenge, talks with reporters at the awards sprawling office park has grown housing development would be ceremony that brought together top names in the sciences, Silicon Valley big-wigs and Hollywood stars in popularity over the last year, spearheaded by Google, which at Moffett Field. among both council owns hundreds of members and other acres in the area. The stakeholders, espe- company sent two cially Google. The ‘I see this as letters to the city in Science and math shine at 2016 consensus is that workforce advance of the meet- Mountain View ing, urging city lead- needs to provide housing.’ ers to provide incen- Breakthrough Prize awards more housing if the tives for rapid hous- city is to continue COUNCILMAN ing growth. Google By Kevin Forestieri Walking down the red carpet Actors and actresses, televi- as a job magnet for MIKE KASPERZAK representatives just outside of Hangar One at sion producers, singers and the region. Build- particularly wanted t’s not often you get to see Moffett Field, the unlikely trio entrepreneurs all made an ing new residences assurances that any actor B. J. Novak, tech was just a sample of some of appearance at the third annu- in the heart of North Bayshore office space demolished for hous- Iinvestor Yuri Milner and the big-name celebrities who al Breakthrough Prize event, is seen as a way to alleviate the ing could be rebuilt elsewhere. former CIA director David showed up in Mountain View which was started by high-pow- daily traffic jam of workers fun- Any new housing that is built Patraeus in the same room Sunday night to support some neling into the area, and perhaps would include the number of together. of the world’s top scientists. See AWARDS, page 12 open the possibility for more tech affordable units required by city expansion. regulations, said Google spokes- At a Nov. 10 study session, man Davis White. council members gave direction Most council members on a variety of tweaks to the endorsed the idea of giving Few students expected, city’s land-use plans in what they some perks to speed up housing described as a “high-level” vision growth, although they hinted for future development. Through that some disagreements may despite city’s housing growth a series of straw votes, council be ahead — the question of who members made clear they want would live in these new housing SECOND STUDY SHOWS SMALL BOOST IN ENROLLMENT FOR MV WHISMAN DISTRICT to study as much housing as the units among them. area could sustain. They picked “I do want to incentivize the By Kevin Forestieri kids are expected to enter the picked apart demographic data the largest area proposed by staff property owners to create the city’s public schools could largely for months, insisting there are — a cluster of parcels totaling 60 neighborhood we want,” said n the Mountain View Whis- determine whether the district enough kids in the pipeline to acres near Shoreline Boulevard Councilman Lenny Siegel. “But man School District, nothing opens a school at Slater Elemen- support a new school. Others north of Highway 101. as far as what kind of housing Ihas been more of a political tary. fear an extra school could drain For those properties, the coun- and who would live there, I think football this year than enroll- Parent groups lobbying for a cil laid out a neighborhood vision ment projections. How many new neighborhood school have See ENROLLMENT, page 10 of tightly packed residential See NORTH BAYSHORE, page 6

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Council finalizes $15 minimum wage hike

By Mark Noack colleagues to push back the $15 hourly wage to 2020. He was espite a last stand by joined by John Inks in opposing local merchants, the the plan. DMountain View City “I thought we neglected to Council on Tuesday signed off listen to the concerns of busi- on the last approval needed to nesses,” McAlister said. “Dur- raise the minimum wage to $15 ing the discussion of minimum an hour by 2018. wage, the concerns of the busi- The action was the second ness community weren’t fully reading of an ordinance the vetted.” council had endorsed in a 5-2 The discussion was largely vote last month. The second the same as previous rounds. vote was much the same as A significant but smaller show- before, with the council approv- ing of advocates for raising the ing the base-wage increase in a minimum wage said businesses 4-2 vote, with Councilman Ken should be able to pay more

IMAGE COURTESY OF WWW.SKYTRAN.COM Rosenberg absent. although they may need to face A podcar system envisioned by Mountain View-based SkyTran shows overhead rails running along Once again, local business some inconvenient decisions. streets and even passing through buildings. owners signaled a growing “This isn’t a living wage, sense of panic that but it’s more than their customers what they get now,” cherry-pick the advantages of wouldn’t support ‘This isn’t a said former coun- Podcar proponents tout mass transit and personal autos the price increas- cilwoman Margaret while jettisoning the draw- es needed to pay living wage, but Abe-Koga, a lead- backs. workers nearly ing supporter of the futuristic transit vision The setting for the expo 50 percent more. it’s more than plan. “This is a good could hardly be more apt for Sarah Astles, who time for us to look at MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSTS INTERNATIONAL EXPO the South Bay and its over- identified herself what they different models for whelmed labyrinth of roads, as the owner of get now.’ businesses.” By Mark Noack City is devoted primarily to the highways and transit routes. a Castro Street According to concept of personal-rapid tran- Mountain View and its neigh- establishment, MARGARET ABE-KOGA the plan, the city’s ass transit is ripe for a sit (PRT), a fixed-rail system boring cities already have urged the city minimum hourly revolution, but a new that moves individual “pods” mass transportation options to include some wage — currently Mwave of speedy and carrying up to six passengers — including trains, light rail, exemptions for employees who $10.30 — increase to $11 next specialized systems to move in what looks like something buses and community shuttles earn tips. Jan. 1. That rate is set to con- people still faces high hurdles straight out of “The Jetsons” — yet those systems are gener- “This is basic math ... if you tinue notching up at the start in the quest for government cartoons. Advocates describe ally considered inadequate and have 10 employees working of each year, to $13 an hour in grants and private investment. the idea as a more user-friendly inconvenient. Roughly three- eight hours a day — you’re 2017, and $15 in 2018. Figuring out how to break that and affordable alternative to quarters of workers in Silicon looking at $152,000 more in According to the plan, the stalemate was the big question standard mass transit — it is Valley still drive solo to their expenses,” she said. “You need base wage could continue to at this year’s Podcar City, an automated and allows riders jobs every day, according to to listen to your employers pay- rise beyond 2018, depending international expo held last to pick their own destination, U.S. Census data. ing minimum wage because this on the performance of a Bay week at the Mountain View bypassing other stops along The PRT concept has been will change Castro Street.” Area-focused Consumer Price Performing Arts Center. the line. At its best, advocates Mayor John McAlister reiter- Index. V Now in its ninth year, Podcar say a podcar system could See PODCAR, page 8 ated his opposition to the plan. Email Mark Noack He had previously urged his at [email protected] Board OKs $43 million plan for Castro Elementary School DESPITE CUTS, PROJECT TO BUILD 18 NEW CLASSROOMS IS STILL OVER-BUDGET By Kevin Forestieri The decision was anything Late last year, the board agreed among three classrooms at each than-expected costs for site work, but a slam dunk. The board at to split Castro Elementary and grade level for differentiated followed by significant cuts to ast Thursday marked a vic- its Nov. 5 meeting voted 3-2 in the district’s Dual Immersion instruction, according to Castro the project to get it back down to tory for parents and school favor of the plan, with some con- language program into two principal Theresa Lambert. $41.8 million. Lstaff at the shared Castro tentious back-and-forth between schools on one campus, in the Making those plans a reality The plans came back to the and Mistral elementary schools’ trustees over deferring some hope that isolating the mostly without the budget ballooning board at $47 million on Oct. 22, campus. After months of weigh- of the construction to save on low-income and minority stu- into the stratosphere has been and finally landed at $43 million. ing potential cuts to cope with costs. The $43 million price tag dents at Castro would help a challenge, and the price of Cuts include taking out folding rising construction costs, the is roughly $2.5 million over the improve student performance construction has been wobbling classroom walls and exterior board agreed to go ahead with original project budget, prompt- and narrow the achievement back and forth for months. In sliding glass doors, slashing the a $43 million plan to revamp ing concerns that the district gap. An essential part of the split June, construction was expected landscape budget and a series the schools and significantly won’t have enough bond money was the creation an 18-classroom to cost $43 million. On June 24, of “value engineering” changes. increase the number of class- left to complete construction at campus for Castro Elementary, costs for the project jumped to rooms for students. all its schools. where students could be divided $51 million because of higher- See CASTRO SCHOOL, page 7

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ELVIN W. STEPHENS they both retired. He was preceded in death by his Elvin W. Stephens, a former wife Teresa, his parents and his Mountain View resident, died in brother Gordon. Sunnyvale Nov. 4 with his family He is survived by his chil- by his side. He was 86. dren Patrice, Donna, Richard, Born July Jeannine and Renee; two of his 20, 1929 in sisters, Shirley Jennings and Martinez to Joyce Smith; grandchildren Jen- Raymond ee, Christina, Scotty, Stephanie, and Elvera David, Joshua, Sabrina, Matthew Stephens, he and Sarah; and two great-grand- was the oldest children. of four chil- Visitation begins at 5 p.m. on dren. In 1948 Thursday, Nov. 12, with a vigil he joined the Elvin W. Stephens at 7 p.m., at Colonial Mortuary, U.S. Army and 96 W. El Camino Real, Mountain served in the Korean War. View. A funeral Mass will be He married Teresa Ochoa Capel- held on Friday, Nov. 13, at 2 p.m. la in San Francisco in 1951 and at St. Joseph Catholic Church, shortly thereafter went to work 582 Hope St. in Mountain View, for American Airlines, where he with a reception to follow in the worked until he retired in 1986. church hall. Arrangements were He and his wife lived in Mountain by Cusimano Family Colonial View for 22 years, had five children Mortuary in Mountain View. and moved to Sunnyvale when

families looking to stake a future NORTH BAYSHORE in the area? Siegel and McAlister Continued from page 1 said they would be casting aside families if the city didn’t encour- we have some differences there.” age units with more bedrooms. But Mayor John McAlister took a other council members disagreed, harder line. He asked: Does the saying the city should instead city really need to provide any notch down the multi-bedroom perks at all? units for even more living quarters “Why are we considering incen- for tech employees. tives for anything the compa- “I see this as workforce housing,” ny (already wants)?” he asked. said Councilman Mike Kasperzak. “Why’d we incentivize something “I haven’t thought of this as a place they’re asking us to do?” where people would retire (or) a By providing such perks, the family-friendly area.” city could essentially guide pri- In the end, the council agreed to vate development toward a larger stick with city staff’s recommend- vision, answered Martin Alkire, ed breakdown for future housing. the city’s planner on the project. For future study, city officials During their discussion, city also decided to include a 16.9-acre leaders made clear they had lot used by the Valley Transpor- already put quite a bit of thought tation Authority to park public into how a future North Bayshore buses. VTA officials have said neighborhood should look. Saying they are interested in selling the he wants a “vibrant nightlife” akin property. The agency put out a to that of Florence, Italy, Siegel request for proposals in January urged his colleagues to support and received just one response, creating an open plaza just west of from Google. VTA officials said Shoreline Boulevard, where a new they later decided to put the brakes promenade of restaurants, bars on that plan to wait and see how and shops could be located. the city decided to develop hous- Showalter signaled that she ing in the area. A second request wants a central community pool for proposals will go out soon, said with other open space dispersed Jennifer Rocci, a senior real estate throughout the new neighbor- planner with VTA. hood. The big theme of the discus- “We’re open to relocating (this sion was for mixed development bus lot) provided the buyer pro- with shops, offices and housing vides us with a new property and sharing the same buildings. the costs to relocate,” she said. The council debated exactly “We’ve received so much interest what kind of housing they should from developers asking us if we’d be promoting in the area. A pro- sell this property.” posal from staff said future hous- The next step is for city staff to ing should consist of 40 percent prepare an environmental study, studio apartments, 30 percent which will spell out how the new one-bedroom units, 20 percent housing would impact every- two-bedroom, and 10 percent thing from traffic to the area’s three-bedroom. burrowing owls. That study is That was fine for young single expected to take about one year tech workers, but what about to complete. V

6 Q Mountain View Voice Q MountainViewOnline.com Q November 13, 2015 LocalNews ŚŽŽƐĞZĞĮůůĂďůĞƐ CASTRO SCHOOL — where each grade has three Continued from page 5 classrooms — at all of the school sites in the district. She urged the $ĂǀĞDŽŶĞǇΘƚŚĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚ Todd Lee, the district’s construc- board not to go back on that so tion manager, said there’s really late in the game. not much more left to cut. “It doesn’t make sense for the “I think we’ve got all the low- future of Mountain View to dŚĞWƌŽďůĞŵ- ŝƐƉŽƐĂďůĞs dŚĞ^ŽůƵƟŽŶ- ZĞĨŝůůĂďůĞƐ hanging fruit,” Lee said. “Absent build anything less than three /ŶĂůŝĨŽƌŶŝĂ͕ŵŽƌĞƚŚĂŶϰŵŝůůŝŽŶ ^ǁŝƚĐŚƚŽƌĞĮůůĂďůĞŽŶĞ-ƉŽƵŶĚ a substantial redesign or cutting strands-worth of classrooms,” ĚŝƐƉŽƐĂďůĞŽŶĞ-ƉŽƵŶĚƉƌŽƉĂŶĞ ƉƌŽƉĂŶĞĐǇůŝŶĚĞƌƐƚŚĂƚĐĂŶďĞƵƐĞĚ square footage, I think this is the Rakestraw said. “It was a deci- ĐǇůŝŶĚĞƌƐĂƌĞƵƐĞĚĂŶĚĚŝƐĐĂƌĚĞĚ ĂŐĂŝŶĂŶĚĂŐĂŝŶĨŽƌƵƉƚŽϭϮǇĞĂƌƐ͘ best we’re going to get.” sion the board made, I think ŝŵƉƌŽƉĞƌůǇ͕ĐƌĞĂƟŶŐĂŶĂǀŽŝĚĂďůĞ zŽƵ͛ůůƐĂǀĞŵŽŶĞǇĂŶĚƉƌŽƚĞĐƚƚŚĞ But some board members you need to stand behind it.” ĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚĂůƉƌŽďůĞŵ͘ ĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚ͊ weren’t satisfied. Steve Nelson Castro parent Rosario Acos- dŚĞĨŽůůŽǁŝŶŐůŽĐĂƟŽŶƐĐƵƌƌĞŶƚůǇŽīĞƌƌĞĮůůĂďůĞ and Greg Coladonato insisted ta said having a three-strand ƉƌŽƉĂŶĞĐǇůŝŶĚĞƌƐĨŽƌƉƵƌĐŚĂƐĞ͕ƌĞĮůůŽƌĞǆĐŚĂŶŐĞ that the district further cut the school at Castro is an essential d<d,W>'dK scope of the project. Coladona- part of the district’s efforts to Z&h>zKhZ&hE͊ to argued it was appropriate to turn things around at Castro, ^ƵƌǀĞǇŵŽŶŬĞǇ͘ĐŽŵͬƌͬZĞĮůůĂďůĞƐ 'ĞŽƌŐĞ͛Ɛ&ƵĞůΘƵƚŽZĞƉĂŝƌ cut six of the 18 classrooms at and raise student achievement the new Castro school out of for a large portion of the dis- ϵϵϲĂƐƚǀĞůǇŶǀĞŶƵĞ the design, saying that build- trict’s under-privileged students. Re&ƵĞůzŽƵƌ&ƵŶ͘ŽƌŐ ^ƵŶŶǇǀĂůĞ͕ϵϰϬϴϲ ing for up to 450 students at Many of the families at Castro ϰϬϴ-733-ϮϮϮϭ Castro and Mistral amounted and Mistral share apartments, ^ƵƉƉŽƌƚĞĚďǇ͗ ,ĂƐƐĞƩ,ĂƌĚǁĂƌĞ ^ƚĂŶĨŽƌĚKƵƚĚŽŽƌĞŶƚĞƌ to creating excess capacity. He with parents who work more ϴϳϱůŵĂ^ƚƌĞĞƚ Ϯϴϱ^ĂŶƚĂdĞƌĞƐĂ^ƚƌĞĞƚ said the combined enrollment than one job or even live in cars WĂůŽůƚŽ͕ϵϰϯϬϭ ^ƚĂŶĨŽƌĚ͕ϵϰϯϬϱ at Castro and Mistral amounts just to stay in Mountain View, ϲϱϬ-ϯϮϳ-ϳϮϮϮ ϲϱϬ-736-ϳϳϲϴ to 693 students, which is less she said, and their children need than the 900 students needed a strong academic program at &ƵŶĚĞĚďǇĂŐƌĂŶƚĨƌŽŵĂůZĞĐǇĐůĞ͗ ŽŶ͛ƚƐĞĞǇŽƵƌĨĂǀŽƌŝƚĞƌĞƚĂŝůĞƌůŝƐƚĞĚ͍ƐŬƚŚĞŵƚŽƐĞůůƌĞĨŝůůĂďůĞƐ͊ to fill the rooms. their school. “But we are being told we “I ask that you keep your absolutely need to build to 900 word and support the Castro tonight,” Coladonato said. turnaround model ... the one A staff report last month that takes three classrooms to showed that the district is poised be effective. Because Castro and to burn through all $198 million Mistral — these schools are the in Measure G bond money well only option for our kids, and Change your before completing construction their only chance, really, that at all of the district’s schools, they have to get ahead in life,” estimating that costs will run Acosta said. between $14 million and $20 The room erupted with cheers million over-budget. Coladonato after the board voted 3-2 in favor smile, said when the money is not there, of the plans. Board members the district can’t afford to go José Gutiérrez, Bill Lambert change your over. and Wheeler voted in favor of “We need to learn how to have the plans, with Coladonato and the fortitude to stick to our bud- Nelson voting against it. gets,” he said. Following the meeting, Cas- But district staff and a major- tro Principal Theresa Lambert ity of the board disagreed. Board told the Voice that it’s cause for life. president Ellen Wheeler said she celebration that the district can is confident that the district will move forward with construction find some new source of funding before construction costs esca- for facilities, like a new school late any more than they already bond, and that the board should have. not be penny wise and pound “Any further delay on the foolish about a $3 million over- board decision would mean the age at Castro. project would need to be delayed “I think it would be a good for another year, so that’s a Natural-looking dental implants will restore investment right now to approve relief,” Lambert said. this project,” Wheeler said. “I While enrollment hovers at your healthy smile and eliminate discomfort. don’t think it makes sense to try around 300 students at Cas- to be very lean right now.” tro, six of the 18 classrooms State of the art technology and a trusted expert. “Patrick’s knowledge Lee added that doing a rede- will be used for things like sign to cut back on costs also special education, preschool Dr. McEvoy has the highest level of certification for Implant and experience got my has to be weighed against a 10 and intervention programs. Dentistry and Restorations with over 20 years of experience. attention and gave me percent escalation in construc- As the school expands in the • Fellow of the Academy of Implant Dentistry the confidence to get my tion costs over the next year, and future, she said, the rooms will cautioned board members not to eventually be used for a three- • Diplomat of the American Board of Oral Implantology ASK ABOUT dental implant. I highly OUR DENTAL conflate cost savings with strip- strand school model. While the • Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry IMPLANT recommend Patrick for ping the project of some of its key board spent time going back WARRANTY dental implants and any features. and forth on whether to build “I think it’s a misnomer when capacity for 450 students, Lam- NewNNe patients are always welcome for freee dental needs.” you say you’re at budget when bert said it’s really all about -Marion D., Mountain View you’re not getting the same proj- having three teachers for each consultations or second opinions. ect,” Lee said. grade level to facilitate student Parents from both Castro achievement. and Mistral also turned out in “Just having three-member full force to support the school teams has that instructional Schedule your consultation today! construction plans. Mistral par- advantage,” she said. “That 450 ent Jill Rakestraw said the board number is secondary.” V 105 South Drive, Suite 200 • Mountain View supported construction of what’s Email Kevin Forestieri at (650) 969-2600 • drmcevoy.com called “three-strand” schools [email protected]

November 13, 2015 Q Mountain View Voice Q MountainViewOnline.com Q 7 LocalNews JAZZ at the Courtyard County reports state’s first flu death

Los Altos Courtyard by Marriott invites you to enjoy California Department of health officer. “It doesn’t have to.” to the department. live music along with great food and beverages at their Public Health officials reported The flu virus is expected to In the annual California Influ- “Jazz at the Courtyard” last week that the first influen- circulate at peak levels between enza Surveillance Report, there event on Saturday, November 14th, 2015 . za-associated death this year in December and April, department were 78 reported flu-related BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND an individual less than 65 years officials said. deaths in individuals under 65 in PARKING Always complimentary FEATURING Milt Bowerman Trio old was a Santa Clara County Flu activity in the state is cur- the state last year. underground parking MUSIC Great local Jazz musicians resident. rently low and within expected In the Bay Area, San Mateo WHEN Saturday 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. COMMUNITY SUPPORT Attendees Department officials on Nov. activity levels, according to the County had the most fatalities, WHERE 4320 El Camino Real, Los Altos are invited to bring their own wine for a 5 did not provide details on the department. But with flu season at five reported deaths, with 12 On the corner of Los Altos Avenue and $10 corkage fee. The corkage fee will be El Camino Real donated to Los Altos Elementary Schools, death, but highlighted it as a approaching, the department is intensive care unit stays related administered through the Los Altos “somber reminder” that the flu recommending the annual flu to the flu. Community Foundation. can be fatal and a reason for vaccine for everyone six months Santa Clara County had 14 www.caresshares.com people to get vaccinations. of age and older, including preg- people under 65 taken to the “I am troubled when the flu nant women. intensive care unit last year, and turns into a loss of life,” said The flu can cause severe ill- two county residents died. Karen Smith, the state’s public nesses across all ages, according Bay City News Service

101 to the downtown area. Cre- Transportation Commission in PODCAR ating an 8.5-mile system would upstate New York. Around 2009, Continued from page 5 have cost between $60 million his region was investigating around since the 1950s, but it and $130 million, city staff esti- a $350 million PRT system, has evolved along with technol- mated in 2010. When the idea but those plans were ultimately ogy. At last week’s event, entre- came back for consideration last scuttled because the full project preneurs from across the globe year, council members had largely couldn’t maintain a partner- showcased a variety of different soured on pursuing it any further. ship of local, state and federal takes on podcars, such as mag- Speaking at the expo on Friday, support. For PRT to be a viable netic suspended railways, solar- SkyTran chief scientist Robert transit option, the concept would powered systems and ground- Baertsch didn’t seem broken- need to be explicitly included based autonomous cars. hearted about losing Mountain in future federal transportation Since it first started in 2007, View’s business. Since parting legislation, he said. the Podcar City expo has been ways with the city, his firm “(PRT) still doesn’t come up spearheaded by Ron Swenson, a received a major boost in seed — it’s not recognized, it’s not Santa Cruz-based solar-power funding from former Google known,” de Aragon said. “I don’t consultant. He easily stood out at CEO Eric Schmidt, which want to be the bearer of bad news, this year’s Podcar event, sporting opened many other doors for his but there’s a public-relations com- a wide-brimmed cowboy hat and company, he said. His 25-engi- ponent to everything that goes on an infectious smile as he mingled neer team is now partnering with with this technology.” with the 100-or-so convention- an Israeli firm to build a pilot But the U.S. has had one big goers. track, which should be running success story when it comes to There had never before been a by early January, he said. By the PRT and podcars. Since the 1970s, better time for the PRT concept, end of 2016, he hopes to complete the West Virginia city of Morgan- Swenson said, since technologi- a larger SkyTran loop through town, a city less than half the size cal developments were bringing the city of Tel Aviv. of Mountain View, has operated down the cost of a full system. There is still ample opportu- an automated PRT circuit as its Once the PRT concept gains a nity for a similar pilot program main transit option. The 8-mile stronger foothold in the United in Mountain View, Baertsch said. system fully replaced the region’s States, he said he believes more Since last year’s election, he has bus system and cost $130 million communities would be racing to met with three council members to build — or about $426 million implement it. who were receptive to the con- in today’s dollars when adjusted “One of the reasons (PRT) cept, he said. for inflation. Nevertheless, the hasn’t taken off yet is the designs “It’d be good to build an equiv- Morgantown system has gener- have been too expensive. It’s been alent (pilot program) here — it’s ally been hailed as an overall like buying a computer in 1975,” a very appropriate area,” he said. success for its high reliability and he said. “We hope to review the “We’d like an opportunity to sit low cost. It still costs just 50 cents opportunities for communities down with the city’s planners.” to ride, and fares cover most of the to do something tangible.” Several other speakers at the operating costs. Could such a system take off in podcar event seemed to think Many of the attendees at Pod- Mountain View? Swenson pointed that trying to cultivate govern- car City said that society is at a out that he was scheduled to meet ment interest could be a waste of crossroads for transportation, with city officials on Monday to time. Since it is unfamiliar and particularly with the advent of discuss ideas. Just days before new, PRT is a risky proposition self-driving cars. Exactly what the Podcar expo, City Council for political leaders. Plus, the idea this technology would mean members signaled renewed inter- had little buy-in from private for PRT — and mass transit as a est in some kind of transit system investors since the return-on- whole — became an open ques- that wouldn’t burden the already investment would be relatively tion at the event. Some believed crowded roadways. meager over the short term. autonomous cars would provide In fact, Mountain View had “It’s a case of the inventor’s a better means to deliver riders previously investigated creating a dilemma, because PRT and ultra- to PRT stations while others felt pilot project for SkyTran, a NASA lightweight mass transit are dis- it only make Americans more Ames Research Park-based pri- ruptive technologies,” said Neil reliant on overcrowded roads. vate company that builds high- Sinclair, chairman of CyberTran Baertsch, the SkyTran research- speed podcar systems along an International. “Human nature er, put himself squarely in the opti- overhead electromagnetic rail. here is we’re all married to our mist camp. He expected his proto- The company had created a basic cars in some unnatural way.” types to get to market around the proposal for a transit network That experience rang true for same time as self-driving cars. through town that would connect Fernando de Aragon, director “I don’t see any threat,” various sites north of Highway of the Ithaca Tompkins County he said. V

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ENROLLMENT the demographer firm Decision don’t exist yet, Nelson said it’s After the criticism, Rudolph Theuerkauf, Huff and Landels Continued from page 1 Insite, said the modest growth a big problem that takes away cautioned against questioning elementary schools, forcing stu- is fueled by new residential from the report’s findings. every aspect of the study. He dents to travel across town. enrollment from nearby Monta developments expected to com- Nelson described it as ‘garbage said this is the second time the While board members said Loma and Theuerkauf Elemen- plete in the coming years. In in, garbage out,’ and insisted district has hired a professional that they would like to re- tary, causing instability and 2016 the city is expected to add that he is qualified to challenge demographer to predict enroll- open a school in the area, it possibly a school closure. 665 homes within the district the results. ment growth, and that it’s time didn’t look like a possibility In an attempt to settle the boundaries, mostly through “I think I have enough quan- to stand by the results. earlier this year. At the June debate, the board agreed to hire newly built apartments. By 2020, titative background to under- “I understand that people are 11 board meeting, the dis- a demographer to get a second the total of new homes is expect- stand when I see a projection looking for specific outcomes trict’s Boundary Advisory Task opinion on what enrollment ed to climb to 2,273. that isn’t realistic,” he said. from the data, but I would just Force found that there simply will look like by 2025, once the Counter-balancing that likely Several parents also challenge caution us as a community and weren’t enough students to jus- city’s new residential develop- boost to kindergarten enroll- the results, calling them under- as a board in terms of critiqu- tify opening a new school in the ments are filled. But at the ment, however, are strangely ing individuals and their work,” Whisman and Slater neighbor- Nov. 5 meeting, it wasn’t clear fluctuating student numbers in Rudolph said. “The data, wheth- hood area, and recommended whether the new report settled later grades. Terry said enroll- er we like it or not, is matching against it. anything. ment generally gets a bump in ‘The data, whether up.” The recommendation pro- Superintendent Ayinde first- and sixth-grade enroll- Board member Bill Lambert voked some serious opposi- Rudolph told the Voice that the ment from private school stu- we like it or not, is added that he wasn’t bothered tion from Whisman and Slater report more or less confirmed dents transferring in — but matching up.’ about North Bayshore housing residents, who questioned last what the district already knew, that’s not the case in Mountain being left out of the discussion, year’s demographic study and and that district officials aren’t View. SUPERINTENDENT AYINDÈ RUDOLPH and said that will need to be insisted that the numbers were expecting to be inundated with It could be that there’s a strong addressed as a separate issue in off. Through anecdotal evi- new students anytime soon. presence of private schools in the future. dence and stories, as well as “Currently what we’re project- the area, he said, or it could be “That’s a completely different their own analysis, “Reopen ing to see is a small increase of that housing costs are pricing stated at a time when Mountain construction project that’s going Slater” residents made a strong about 100-and-something kids, out families. But really, he said, View is primed to approve even to bring many more students to showing at the June meeting and then a decrease five years it’s beyond the scope of the more residential projects. Mis- the district,” Lambert said. “But and helped convince the board afterward,” Rudolph said. demographic study to find out tral School parent Jill Rakestraw that is down the road, that’s to delay the decision. The more liberal estimates why. told the board that the study for another day. We can’t even At the Nov. 5 board meeting, in the study showed a slight “What we foresee is numeri- should only be seen as one “data address that with our current Lambert said it might be use- increase in enrollment over cally decided,” Terry said. “It’s point,” and said excluding the modeling.” ful for residents to decouple the next 10 years, and a more very hard to go on supposition anticipated new housing in The future of Slater the demographic reports from conservative approach shows and happenstance.” North Bayshore makes a big dif- the decision to open a school flat enrollment, according to Study met with ference. The school board is expected at Slater, and said there are the report. The oddly named skepticism “An entire school’s worth of on Dec. 10 to make a final deci- many reasons, beyond student “moderate” projections, which students could be up in North sion on whether to re-open Slat- growth, to open a new school. actually means the greatest pos- The most vocal opponent to Bayshore in the next eight er Elementary, after delaying the “This is just one aspect of that sible number of new students, the new demographic study was years,” Rakestraw said. decision for nearly six months. decision. (Enrollment) is not a forecast that enrollment could board member Steve Nelson, The Mountain View City The Slater and Whisman gateway or a threshold.” increase to 5,550 by 2025, up who was frustrated that the Council is deliberating over neighborhood area, roughly The Reopen Slater group from 5,060 in 2015. study assumed that enrollment allowing up to 10,000 housing encompassing the northeast plans to make a presentation to The new numbers didn’t sway growth will thin out after 2020. units in North Bayshore, but the end of the city, has been without the board on Nov. 12 to appeal the proponents of a new school, While Terry explained that the decision would not likely con- a school for nearly a decade. for the new school. V though. firm cannot add enrollment sidered until early 2017, accord- Hundreds of students who live Email Kevin Forestieri at Bruce Terry, senior director of based on housing projects that ing to the demographic report. in the area are split between [email protected]

QCOMMUNITYBRIEFS COPS AND GOBBLERS ment, attn. Carmen Young, Under the plan, the city man- 1000 Villa St., Mountain View, ager, attorney and clerk would The Mountain View Police CA 94041. each receive a 4 percent pay Officer’s Association is host- Anyone interested in volun- raise retroactive to the start of ing the 19th annual Cops and teering can come out to the the fiscal year. That would be Gobblers, a Thanksgiving food Cops and Gobblers event on followed by a 2 percent raise drive that provides meals to Sunday, Nov. 22 at 9 a.m., locat- starting on June 19 of 2016. In Mountain View families in ed outside the police depart- addition, each position would need. ment at 1000 Villa Street. No receive an one-time bonus of 42 The annual event was started sign-up is required. hours of extra leave time as well in 1997 by retired police offi- Kevin Forestieri as $50 per month for cellphone cer Steve Mello, when officers expenses. provided food baskets for 15 CITY STAFF RAISES According to a report pre- families. In recent years, that pared by Councilwoman Pat number has grown to more At the tail-end of Tuesday’s Showalter, the pay raises are than 300 families each year. meeting, the Mountain View equivalent to similar cost-of- The police department works City Council signed off on a living adjustments given to oth- with the Community Health 6-percent salary increase for the er non-union city staffers. After Awareness Council (CHAC) city manager, city attorney and all the raises are implemented, and other community organi- city clerk. City Manager Dan Rich will OPEN zations to get a list of families The pay raise comes as a be paid an annual salary of in need. cost-of-living adjustment for $275,578, City Attorney Jannie HOUSE Anyone interested in donat- the three city staffers directly Quinn will earn $249,292 and ing can write a check to the appointed by the council, fol- City Clerk Laurie Brewer will Sunday, Community Health Aware- lowing annual performance be paid $146,062. ness Council, with “Cops & reviews. The council agreed to The raises were approved by Dec. 6,1-4 pm Gobblers” on the memo line. raising the salaries in a series of the council in an unanimous Checks can be mailed to the closed-session talks earlier this vote on Nov. 10. Mountain View Police Depart- year. Mark Noack

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November 13, 2015 Q Mountain View Voice Q MountainViewOnline.com Q 11 LocalNews

from astronaut Scott Kelly, who AWARDS has spent nearly a year in space Continued from page 1 to see how long-duration space ered Silicon Valley investors and flight affects the human body, CEOs to celebrate researchers as well as opening remarks and professors for big advance- from Stephen Hawking. Actor ments in life sciences, physics and Russell Crowe also made an mathematics. appearance, praising the work Attendees included singers of the late mathematician John Lana Del Ray and Christi- Nash, whom he portrayed in na Aguilera, actresses Hilary the film, “A Beautiful Mind.” Swank, Kate Hudson and Lily Scientists were praised at the Collins, media mogul Rupert event for their work in medical Murdoch and actors Kumail science, finding new ways of Nanjiani and Martin Starr curing heart disease and mak- from the HBO show “Silicon ing strides in the relatively new Valley.” Local tech executives field of optogenetics — research Sergey Brin, Anne Wojcicki and that will help scientists better Mark Zuckerberg also made an understand how neurological appearance on the red carpet diseases such as Parkinson’s and on stage at the main event. and Alzheimer’s develop in the The ceremony is billed as an brain. Academy Awards for scientists, Seven scientists were awarded and many of the laureates got the $3 million 2016 Break- MICHELLE LE to experience the celebrity life through Prize in fundamental Above: Actors Martin Starr for an evening, walking down physics for studying neutrinos, and Kumail Nanjiani of HBO’s the red carpet and getting bom- small particles with distinct “Silicon Valley” series talk to barded by flash photography properties. The big discovery the press at the Breakthrough and questions from reporters. is that there are three differ- Prize awards. Right: Helen Adding to the glitz, $21.9 mil- ent types of neutrinos that can Hobbs, a winner of a $3 million lion in prize money was handed “oscillate,” or swap, into one Breakthrough Prize for her out to winners. type or another. The discovery research on cholesterol-reducing Conflating the glitzy Hol- reveals that the molecules do, in drugs, poses on the red carpet at lywood world with the aca- fact, have a finite mass. Moffett Field Sunday. demic sciences certainly has Researchers who received its purpose, according to this recognition for their discov- $3 million Breakthrough year’s host, television producer ery of neutrino oscillation Prize winners: Seth McFarlane. include Yifang Although sci- Wang, Kam- Helen Hobbs, a researcher at entific break- ‘It’s about Biu Luk, Atsuto the Howard Hughes Medical throughs and Suzuki, Koi- Institute, made a breakthrough discoveries are getting the next chiro Nishika- discovery when she developed moving at a wa, Arthur B. drugs to significantly reduce breakneck speed generation excited McDonald, blood cholesterol, a develop- today, McFar- Takaaki Kajita ment that could help fend off lane said people about math and and Yoichiro heart and liver disease. Her still show a wary Suzuk. research focused on mutations “distrust for sci- science.’ Added on this in genes that increase suscepti- ence,” fearing KHAN ACADEMY FOUNDER year was the bility to heart disease, as well as vaccinations and SAL KHAN Breakthrough genes that prevent development denying climate Junior Chal- of the disease. It turns out that change. lenge, where stu- a mutation present in roughly “We’re here tonight to cel- dents ages 13 to 18 were asked 1 in 50 African Americans ebrate ... the smartest people in to submit a video explaining a activates a gene called PCSK9, the world. Or as Donald Trump challenging or important con- which enhances the clearance calls you, ‘egghead idiots,’” cept in math, science or phys- of cholesterol in the blood. This McFarlane said, taking a jab ics. Khan Academy founder Sal research was used to develop at the Republican presidential Khan told the Voice that the two drugs that can drastically contender. Breakthrough Prize isn’t just reduce blood cholesterol levels. certain cells in the brain can be developing a new hypothesis for Despite the distrust, new about praising the scientists of turned on and off using light, how the disease develops. The discoveries and achievements the world, it’s about motivating Svante Pääbo is a Swedish giving scientists a clear picture theory is now the dominant in science continue to pave the students as well. The inclusion biologist, and has pioneered the of cause-and-effect relation- model for early onset Alzheim- way for a bright future, McFar- of the junior challenge was one field of paleogenetics studying ships between neural activity er’s disease. At the awards lane told the crowd of scientists way to do that, and it attracted the DNA of ancient humans. and how it affects behavior. The ceremony, Hardy insisted that and celebrities. He pointed out about 2,000 submissions from Pääbo’s research involves the research could yield new ways much of the credit has to go to that in recent months, surgeons students in 86 countries. study of extinct human relatives, to treat neurological diseases families who are willing to step have been able to fit a cancer “It’s about getting the next like the Neanderthals, and how from depression and blindness forward and aid in the research patient with a 3D-printed ster- generation excited about math their genome matches up with to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s of the deadly brain disease. num and ribs, and scientists and science,” Khan said. humans. Recently discovered diseases. have discovered a star that The winner of this year’s fossils gave Pääbo’ and other Ian Agol is an associate profes- emits strange “repeated dim- Breakthrough Junior Prize was researchers enough material to John Hardy, a professor at the sor at Berkeley, and made strides ming” light patterns, which he 18-year-old Ryan Chester, a reconstruct the entire genome University College Institute of in the field of geometric topol- said could have huge implica- senior at North Royalton High of a Neanderthal. Neurology in London, has been ogy, studying the way three- tions. School in Ohio who did a working to unravel the causes of dimensional objects are put Liquid water has also been video explaining, in layman’s Karl Deisseroth and Edward Alzheimer’s disease for decades. together. By manipulating these discovered on Mars, McFarlane terms, how the special theory of Boyden received an award for Through working with a family objects, cutting them up into said, “which is exciting, because relativity works. Chester won a their work in optogenetics, a suffering from the disease, he pieces and figuring out how they we don’t even have that in Cali- $250,000 scholarship, as well as field where genetically modified was able to isolate a gene muta- fit together, he was able to solve fornia.” a $100,000 donation to his high cells in the body can be manipu- tion in something called the topographic questions left unan- Attendees heard a message school’s science program. lated with light. The result is that amyloid precursor protein gene, swered since 1982. V

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Founding Editor, Kate Wakerly Rent-increase mediation law could help QSTAFF By Gary Wesley an urgency ordinance that would require rent level and may even provide for rent EDITOR (some) landlords to give at least 90 days’ increases during its term. Andrea Gemmet (223-6537) ven though six of seven members notice of rent increases for month-to- What I suggested — with rent con- EDITORIAL of the Mountain View City Coun- month tenants and to offer leases so they trol not under consideration by this Associate Editor cil were screened and endorsed by need not remain month-to-month. council — is rent-increase mediation. It Renee Batti (223-6528) E landlord groups using fictitious names It turned out that a Mountain View exists in Campbell. There, a tenant may Arts & Entertainment Editor Elizabeth Schwyzer (223-6517) such as the “Mountain View Housing require a landlord to engage in mediation Council,” and cannot be expected to when the landlord gives notice of a rent Special Sections Editor Brenna Malmberg (223-6511) support any form of rent control, it Guest Opinion increase. It could be limited in Mountain Staff Writers could be that a majority of the council View to increases over some percent- Kevin Forestieri (223-6535) will do something for renters as soon as age (such as 10 percent in a 12-month Mark Noack (223-6536) the next regular meeting on Dec. 1. City Council had previously enacted an period). Mediation is not binding. It is a Photographer Government — including the city gov- extended-notice requirement that had discussion. In Campbell’s model, media- Michelle Le (223-6530) ernment — has contributed to the housing been declared unlawful (pre-empted by tion does not even delay the effective date Contributors Dale Bentson, Ruth Schecter crunch by paving the way for more busi- state law) in a 1987 published and bind- of a rent increase. DESIGN & PRODUCTION nesses and jobs but not much new housing. ing decision-opinion of the California Creating a right to mediation, though, Marketing and Creative Director Massive areas in this county and the Bay Court of Appeal (Tri-County Apartment could draw attention to “bad” land- Shannon Corey (223-6560) Area have been declared off limits for hous- Association v. City of Mountain View, lords who “gouge” tenants and could Design and Production Manager ing by government agencies. It is not a “free 196 Cal.App.3d 1283). The decision does discourage especially high increases. Kristin Brown (223-6562) market,” but a government-created opportu- not apply to restrictions on rent-increase Such an ordinance would need to out- Designers Linda Atilano, Diane Haas, Rosanna Leung, Paul Llewellyn, nity for some to profit and others to pay. notices that are part of a rent control law retaliation by a landlord against a Nick Schweich, Doug Young A California state law enacted in 1995 ordinance such as exists in San Jose and tenant who exercises, or may exercise,

ADVERTISING (the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act Los Gatos. the right to mediation. - California Civil Code Section 1954.50 So at the Oct. 27 council meeting, At the same time, there might be Vice President Sales and Marketing Tom Zahiralis (223-6570) and following) forbids local rent control city staff presented only a possible ordi- four votes on the council for a law that Advertising Representative ordinances from applying to single- nance — borrowed from Palo Alto — that requires landlords (at least of apart- Adam Carter (223-6573) family homes, separately owned condos would have required landlords to offer ments) to report rent levels to the city Real Estate Account Executive and rental housing added to the market- leases. The ordinance did not garner so that the extent of the issue may be Rosemary Lewkowitz (223-6585) place since Feb. 1, 1995. However, most the support of the council’s super- assessed. Such a reporting requirement of the renters in Mountain View live in majority (five of seven) needed to adopt could also tend to discourage sky-high Published every Friday at apartments built before 1995 and could an urgency ordinance (and take effect rent increases. 450 Cambridge Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94306 be protected by rent control. immediately). Just as well. Merely requir- (650) 964-6300 fax (650) 964-0294 At a study session on Oct. 19, a majority ing leases would not effectively limit Gary Wesley is an attorney and a Email news and photos to: of the council asked city staff to prepare rent increases. A lease may contain any longtime Mountain View resident. [email protected] Email letters to: [email protected] News/Editorial Department the privacy of its subscribers, produce things and services (650) 964-6300 fax (650) 964-0294 QLETTERS showing absolutely no respect which the employers can sell to Display Advertising Sales VOICES FROM THE COMMUNITY for anyone. customers. 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Published MIMINUM WAGE WOES letters will also appear on the web site, ing LEDs that are located I finally quit Facebook this ing wage, the shortfall should www.MountainViewOnline.com, and on either side and outside of past week. As reported on page 1 of the be made up by welfare pay- occasionally on the Town Square forum. the roadway or far above the Facebook might have started Oct. 30 Mountain View Voice, ments to them. Those welfare Town Square forum roadway, where they are not in as a good idea but it has the city of Mountain View has payments can come from city, Post your views on Town Square at drivers’ normal lines of sight. degenerated into a scam by decided to raise the minimum county, state or federal gov- MountainViewOnline.com These crosswalks are danger- Facebook to infect its subscrib- wage to $15 per hour by 2018. ernment. Minimum wage laws Email your views to [email protected]. 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By Carol Blitzer ing,” she said. With a total budget of about $20, they could pick here’s not much time to up little things, such as lip gloss, determine who’s been nail polish and hair doodads (at Tnaughty or nice when least for the sisters). it comes to gift-giving in large “When we got older, likeke families. By mid-October, Jenna high school and college,e, and Matthew Adams of Moun- we had outgrown lots off tain View had already drawn little junky things,” she MATT ADAMS names for their Christmas gift said, and so they began a TheTThhe AdamsAd family children — from left, Abigail, Elizabeth, Libby, Louisa, Susanna and Mary Jessica — don exchange. gift rotation (oldest gives to theirth Christmas jammies in 2013. With five daughters ranging the next oldest and so on and so from 4 to 14 years old, Jenna’s on, with the youngest giving to One year, she gave the book “It gets to be so much stuff. I have included advent calendars four siblings and Matt’s six, plus the oldest). “Merry Christmas, Everywhere” don’t need more stuff. I’d rather with family names or a box of grandparents ... the list just keeps Today, with most of her siblings by Arlene Eribach, which looks have one smaller useful thing favorite things, from hand lotion growing. married, they are continuing the at Christmas in different coun- that brings the family together to chocolates. Jenna recalls that as a child rotation, only by family rather tries and includes instructions than individual sweaters from And, of course, there’s always growing up in Centralia, Wash., than individual. And they try to for craft projects. “I filled the box Aunt Shirley that nobody likes,” that gift card to Amazon, she her mom would take the five stick to a budget of about $25. with stuff to make the projects she said. added. V kids to the local mall where “The idea is more thinking and sent it right after Thanks- Other ideas include a movie Freelance writer they’d “buy small things about something you love and giving — not expensive, things along with a large popcorn bowl Carol Blitzer can be emailed for each person. We loved want to share, rather than spend- like a cake mix, a roll of stream- and smaller ones for family at [email protected]. buying, wrapping, opening a lot,” Jenna said. ers, grains to sprout,” she said. night. More personalized gifts Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Inexpensive SIX CHEFS ARRIVE , inspiration BUT WHO From stocking stuffers to Secret Santa WILL SERVE treasures, less pricey gifts abound By Chrissi Angeles locally created gifts can be found A ‘ PERFECT DISH around the corner on Dana he challenge: find holiday Street at the Mtn. View General OF MURDER ? ’ gifts for everyone within Store: colorful drop earrings by Tlocally owned stores along Laura Starbird of RockStarBird, the Peninsula — all under $15. embellished jeweled earrings by Below is an eclectic list of clever Danielle White Designs Jewelry You cannoli imagine... gifts and stocking stuffers found and one-of-a-kind upcycled wine in Mountain View and Palo Alto foil necklaces by designer Bonnie stores. Instead of resorting to gift Beard of Booze 2 Bling — all $15 cards or crowded big-box stores, and under. Outside of the acces- check out the small but mighty sory realm, the store also stocks gift shops and boutiques bundled jars of red and white wine jellies Interactive Dinner Theatre within downtown areas. These created by FaithAnn McPhail at 7:30pm this Saturday Night shops have a higher concentra- Post Road Farms for $14. 14 Novemember tion of unusual gifts and rare Back on Castro Street, shop- $%HQHÀWIRU)UHH5DQJH2SHUD brand labels to impress everyone pers can find a rainbow collec- on your list, even when you’re on tion of jewelry at Boutique 4 Ristorante Don Giovanni 7KH0RXQWDLQ9LHZ.LZDQLV)RXQGDWLRQ a budget. (also on Santa Cruz Avenue in 235 Castro Street, ´¶:H·YHUXQRXWRIOHPRQV· Castro Street, Menlo Park). Assorted earrings, Mountain View lace headbands, necklaces, cloth Downtown Mountain View RQHFKHIVDLGELWWHUO\µ coin purses and bangle bracelets Mountain View is quickly range from $4 to $12. Find- becoming the tech mecca of the ing a trend-forward, standalone Bay Area, but the boutiques of gift isn’t always easy on a bud- http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2375749 Castro Street are a secret source get; Noelle boot sock toppers for the fashionable. A pleth- are offered for $14. The store or call 650-961-9749 for reservations ora of eye-catching, rare hhandcrafted jewelry and Continued on next page

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Continued from previous page Brew Peace and Republic of Tea It’s hard not to smile upon $12 each. Vintage ABC’s diverse food-themed touch, pack them won’t disappoint at $8 per tin. entering Palo Alto Sport Shop & assortment of $13 rubber stamps into one of DCI’s juicy-looking, also features a large wall University Avenue, Toy World. Emoji stickers priced are a choice gift for artists of all fruit-shaped zipper pouches for display of shimmering Palo Alto at $7 per pack are a humorous levels. $9. Kikkerland’s travel sewing kit temporary tattoos — but approach to pleasing any phone A bounty of kitschy gifts can be is a $4 steal suitable for anyone, these are not the vending An abundance of books, cards, fanatic. Tickle the fancy of any found next door at Five Ten Gifts. and its travel chopsticks make a machine tattoos from the past. stationery and traveler’s accesso- video gamer with Lucky For- Give your favorite foodie a bright- great companion at $10. V These $10 metallic temporary ries can be found at Paperwhirl. est mushroom banks, which ly hued set of flower or heart- Editorial Intern Chrissi Angeles tattoos by Lulu DK are stylish Monogram luggage “Eye-D” tags resemble the mushrooms found shaped measuring spoons or cups can be emailed at enough to be adorned by makeup by Inventive Travelware are a big in old-school Nintendo games at for $10. For an even more festive [email protected]. lovers of all ages. hit with jet setters at $5 each. A East West Bookstore is chock crucial gift for any large-bag- full of goodies for serenity seek- carrying friend, Kikkerland’s sili- ers. Hugger Mugger’s yoga mat cone purse light for $9, helps the bag for just under $13 is ideal search through the interior of any for the yoga-mat-toting pal on bag. Equally practical, Umbra’s your list. ToeSox are $15 socks popular keep-all envelope travel that feature a tactile surface organizer is priced just under $10. that helps feet adhere to floors Journals by Chronicle Books and and yoga mats. For $8 each, the Paper-Oh provide a canvas for mandala coloring books by Peter writers and artists to illustrate Pauper Press offer pages full of every adventure for under $15. meditative “me time” coloring Enthusiastic hostesses will love therapy. A collection of $11 face receiving the $7 black-and-white- masks by Spa Comforts aim to striped paper napkins adorned combat puffy eyes, headaches with metallic “Celebrate” script, and congestion: made by Inviting an essential gift CompanCompanyy for Slant for red-eye flying Collections.Collections. travelers. Still not sure? For a univer- sally pleasing gift, the medley of teas by

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Mademoiselle Colette pastisserie brings a taste of Paris to Menlo Park Debora Ferrand arranges raspberry-topped eclairs at her new Parisian-style patisserie in downtown Menlo Park.

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covered in chocolate shavings ($9). Brunch on the weekends through Sunday, with cheese and and topped with a small choco- includes items like eggs Benedict. charcuterie plates, foie gras and late sphere that has “Mademoi- Portions are large. wine. The wine menu ranges selle Colette” stamped on it in There’s also happy hour, which white text. runs from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday Continued on next page Mademoiselle Colette doesn’t stoop to use American butter, and uses French butter that Ferrand said has “much more fat” than its American counterparts. All the pastries are served on charming mix-and-match plates — some with delicate designs, others scalloped with thin gold rims — that make you feel like you’re visiting a Parisian’s apartment. Espresso is served in beautiful gold-rimmed black The croque madame sandwich is served with a side salad of cups. Sugar cubes are available in arugula and sliced cherry tomatoes. small silver buckets. The entire space is thoughtfully decorated, with framed French Q FOODFEATURE drawings on the walls, a display of black-and-white French post- By Elena Kadvany glass pastry case. Delicate pas- cards and books penned by 20th tries — lemon and chocolate tarts, century French novelist Colette. leepy downtown Menlo merveilleux, chocolat moelleux, If you’re staying for lunch, don’t Park has woken up with raspberry eclairs — sit atop white miss the croque madame sand- Sthe arrival of Mademoiselle marble counters. Employees were wich ($11.50): a slice of chewy, Colette, an elegant French patis- replenishing the diminishing fresh bread topped with Parma serie that has sold out every day stock as I left later that morning. ham, Emmental cheese and a per- since opening last month. One of Mademoiselle Colette’s fectly fried egg on top. A generous Owner Debora Ferrand, who most popular menu items, the side salad of arugula and sliced was born in Brazil but raised in pain au chocolat ($4), is small but cherry tomatoes is the perfect France, has managed to success- the chocolate on the inside packs addition to a bite of the rich egg, fully import some of the best a rich punch. Ferrand said the cheese and bread. elements of Parisian dining to patisserie’s pastry chef, a young The Colette Parisian salad Santa Cruz Avenue. She opened French man named Orphée Foua- ($12), with arugula, ham, cubes of the pastry shop at 816 Santa Cruz no, makes two to three kinds Gruyere cheese, cherry tomatoes, Ave., the former home of Sugar of chocolate that become the asparagus, green beans and hard- Shack, in early October. innards of the pain au chocolat, boiled egg, was refreshing and Mademoiselle Colette (named often referred to as a chocolate heaped with the ingredients. I think after a late family member) serves croissant in English. The exterior it would be best enjoyed on a hot classic French pastries, brunch of the pastry was crisp. summer day in the outdoor back and lunch menus, coffee, tea and Hiding inside the merveilleux patio with a glass of French wine. wine. The patisserie was packed ($5.50), a ball-shaped cake that Other lunch items include on a recent weekday morning, originated in Belgium, is cream the classic nicoise salad ($14), a with the indoor tables full and and a meringue so light it melts burrata salad ($13.50), chicken a line in front of the gorgeous in your mouth. The exterior is salad ($13) and soup of the day

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A Connecticut Yankee (1931) (Not Rated) Stanford Theatre: Fri & Sat 5:45 & 9:05 p.m. Steamboat Round the Bend (1935) (Not Rated) Stanford Theatre: Fri & Sat 7:30 p.m., Sat 4:10 The 33 (PG-13) Century 16: 10:20 a.m., 1:20, 4:20, 7:20 & 10:25 p.m. Century 20: 11:45 a.m., 3:05, 7:05 & 10:10 p.m. A Fool There Was (1915) (Not Rated) Stanford Theatre: Sun 2 p.m. Akhil (Not Rated) Century 16: 6:45 & 10:20 p.m. Bolshoi Ballet: Jewels (Not Rated) Century 20: Sun 12:55 p.m. Bridge of Spies (PG-13) Century 16: 9:25 a.m., 12:40, 4, 7:20 & 10:35 p.m. Century 20: Noon, 3:20, 6:50 & 10:05 p.m. Burnt (R)

Century 16: 1:05 & 10:15 p.m. Century 20: 4:45, 7:35 & 10:10 p.m. COURTESY KERRY HAYES/OPEN ROAD FILMS Fantasia (1940) (G) “Spotlight” assembles an all-star cast to play the investigative reporting team of the Boston Globe that Century 16: Sun 2 p.m. Century 20: Sun 2 p.m. uncovered the Catholic Church’s child abuse scandal. 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In unearthing the nalistic procedure itself and in The Martian (PG-13) +++ lawyer to a Boston journalist story and facing his own failings, the character-rich performances Century 16: 9:05 a.m., 12:20, 3:40, 7:10 & 10:30 p.m. In 3-D at 10:40 linger over “Spotlight,” Thomas Robinson employs a lifetime of of the ensemble (happily, he a.m., 2, 5:20 & 8:35 p.m. Century 20: 1, 4:10, 7:20 & 10:30 p.m. In McCarthy’s hot-button fact-based experience and tries mightily to mixes in brilliant unknowns 3-D at 11:35 a.m., 2:50, 6:10 & 9:25 p.m. drama. The film is a lousy-with- exploit some choice connections with his star players). Smart and Meet the Patels (PG) +++ Aquarius Theatre: 2:15 & 10:10 p.m. heroes story of bringing to light like his buddy Jim Sullivan, a stinging, “Spotlight” excels not the Catholic Church’s scandalous lawyer for the archdiocese ren- only in depicting the stonewall- Miss You Already (PG-13) Century 20: 10:50 a.m. & 1:40 p.m. cover-up and protection of child- dered achingly credible by Jamey ing around scandal but also the My All American (PG) abusing priests, as well as a broad Sheridan. Meanwhile, Robby’s double-talk conversations from Century 20: 11:05 a.m., 1:50, 4:40, 7:30 & 10:15 p.m. indictment of all those willing to staffers wear down shoe leather within and without the Globe The Peanuts Movie (G) look the other way. interviewing reluctant victims that don’t say — but don’t not say Century 16: 9:15, 10:55 & 11:45 a.m., 2:15, 4:45, 7:15 & 9:45 p.m., Fri & Director McCarthy (“The — starting with angry activist — “Don’t go there.” “Spotlight” Sat 1:25 & 3:55 p.m. In 3-D at 10:05 a.m., 12:30, 3:05, 5:35, 8:05 & 10:35 Visitor,” “The Station Agent”), Phil Saviano (Neal Huff) — and shows we can do better. who co-wrote “Spotlight” with involving lawyers on both sides, Rated R for some language p.m. Century 20: 10:45 a.m., 12:40, 1:25, 2:20, 4, 4:50, 6:30, 7:15 & 9 Josh Singer (“The Fifth Estate”), including victims-rights crusader including sexual references. Two p.m. In 3-D at 11:50 a.m., 3:10, 5:40, 8:10, 9:45 & 10:40 p.m. assembled a village to make this Mitchell Garabedian (Stanley hours, 8 minutes. Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (Not Rated) uncommonly thoughtful film Tucci). — Peter Canavese Century 16: 10:30 a.m., 2:30, 6:25 & 10:15 p.m. about institutions religious and Regeneration (1915) (Not Rated) journalistic, and the community Stanford Theatre: Sun 3:20 p.m. they serve, in this case Boston. Heading up the highly skilled Room (R) +++1/2 Aquarius Theatre: 4:40 & 7:30 p.m. ensemble cast are familiar actors Mountain View Whisman School District Sicario (R) Century 16: 10:15 a.m., 1:15, 4:10, 7:25 & 10:20 p.m. playing the staff of the Boston Century 20: 5:05, 7:55 & 10:45 p.m., Fri & Sat 2 p.m. Globe circa 2001: the special Spectre (PG-13) Century 16: 9, 9:50, 10:45 & 11:40 a.m., 12:35, 1:30, “Spotlight” investigative team OPEN ENROLLMENT 2016-17 2:25, 3:20, 4:15, 5:10, 6:05, 7, 7:55, 8:50, 9:50 & 10:40 p.m., Fri & Sat of Walter “Robby” Robinson (Kindergarten – 8th grade) 11:30 p.m. Century 20: 10:50 a.m., 12:45, 1:30, 2:30, 4:15, 5, 6, 7:45, (Michael Keaton), Mike Rezendes January 8 - February 5 8:30 & 9:30 p.m. In X-D at 11:55 a.m., 3:30, 7 & 10:25 p.m. (Mark Ruffalo), Sacha Pfeiffer (Rachel McAdams), and Matt Spotlight (R) +++1/2 Carroll (Brian d’Arcy James) — Kindergarten Information Night Palo Alto Square: 1, 2:30, 4, 5:30, 7 & 8:30 p.m., Fri & Sat 10 p.m. lapsed Catholics, all — and their Wednesday, December 2 Steve Jobs (R) ++ Century 16: 10 a.m., 4:05 & 7:15 p.m. newly arrived Jewish editor, Mar- Century 20: 10:55 a.m., 1:45, 4:35, 7:25 & 10:20 p.m. ty Baron (Liev Schreiber). 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November 13, 2015 Q Mountain View Voice Q MountainViewOnline.com Q 23 MOUNTAINVIEWVOICE QHIGHLIGHT ‘TRIBES’ The Pear Theatre will stage “Tribes” by Nina Raine, a drama about a deaf young man, who has always relied on lip-reading, and a young woman who teaches him to connect through sign language. Nov. 5-Nov. 22, Thursday-Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. $10-$35. Pear Theatre, 1110 La Avenida St., Mountain View. thepear.org/plays/tribes-2

BENEFITS/FUNDRAISERS Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Villa Peninsula Gem & Geology Society The Fremont Ave., Los Altos. Call 650-948-4719. bring a digital camera and cord. Basic computer Siena, 1855 Miramonte Ave., Mountain View. next meeting of the Peninsula Gem & Geology www.drawn2artclasses.com skills are required. Space is limited. Those Comedy & Magic Show Featuring Phil www.villa-siena.org Society will offer a program on jade carvings. Peaceful Parents Yoga Night This interested should contact the Mountain View Ackerly and special guest musicians, this There will also be a door prize drawing and items workshop will aim to restore, reconnect and Senior Center’s front desk. Nov. 18, 2:30-3:30 75-minute variety show of comedy and magic CLASSES/WORKSHOPS available by silent auction. Nov. 18, 7-8:30 p.m. replenish parents and caregivers through vinyasa p.m. Free. Mountain View Senior Center, 266 will support U.S. military troops through the Adult School Winter/Spring Classes Free. Hillview Community Center, Room 12, 97 flow yoga, restorative poses, meditation, and Escuela Ave., Mountain View. Call 650-903- South Bay Blue Star Moms. Morocco’s Restaurant Registration Registration for Mountain View- Hillview Ave., Los Altos. pggs.org conversation about practice and parenting. 6330. www.mountainview.gov/seniors will donate 15 percent of food bills to the Los Altos Adult School Winter and Spring classes Sons in Retirement Monthly Meeting Preregistration is required. Nov. 13, 6-8 p.m. $30 Heart attack info session Emergency organization. There will be a minimum purchase Sons in Retirement’s monthly meetings offer single; $50 double. Silicon Valley Shambhala medical technicians will visit the Mountain View of two drinks or one menu item. Nov. 15, 7-9 will begin on Friday, November 20. The winter quality lunches and speakers on a variety Center, 2483 Old Middlefield Way, #110, Senior Center to answer questions and share info p.m. $20 adult; $15 child. Morocco’s Restaurant, session will run from Jan. 4 to March 18, and the spring session from March 21 to June 3. Visit of topics. The Nov. 18 meeting will feature Mountain View. Call 615-330-3622. www. on the signs and symptoms of heart attacks, as 873 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 408-246- Ricci Graham, an information officer from the beyouyogakids.com 8422. www.ackerly-entertainment.com the website or call for more info. Nov. 20-Jan. well as what do when someone is experiencing 4. Prices vary. Mountain View-Los Altos Adult California High-Speed Rail Authority, who will Turn No into Yes Led by Susan Stone Belton one. Nov. 19, 1 p.m. Free. Mountain View Senior Holiday Boutique This holiday boutique will School, 333 Moffett Blvd., Mountain View. Call discuss the current status of high-speed rail and of Parents Place, this workshop for parents Center, 266 Escuela Ave., Mountain View. www. feature high-quality, handcrafted gift items made 650-940-1333. www.mvlaae.net its future plans and challenges. The club for of children up to age 8 will cover how to use mountainview.gov/seniors by 15 Bay Area artists. Ten percent of proceeds retired men organizes activities including golf positive redirection, limit setting and creativity Foothill College Winter Quarter Learn to play Pickleball Held next to the will go to Child Advocates of Silicon Valley, which outings and bocce ball. Nov. 18, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 to encourage cooperative behavior in children. Registration Winter Quarter registration at tennis courts at Rengstorff Park, this event recruits and trains Court Appointed Special p.m. $22 lunch. Michaels at Shoreline, 2960 N. Nov. 19, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Mountain View Public Foothill College begins on Nov. 18, and courses will teach community members how to play Advocate (CASA) volunteers to work one-on-one Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View. Call 650-299- Library, 585 Franklin St., Mountain View. Call will meet from Jan. 4 to March 25. A full class pickleball, a growing sport for seniors in the with foster children. Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 9479. www.sir5.org 650-903-6897. www.mountainview.gov/library Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Private residence, schedule and registration instructions are U.S that is easy on the joints. Paddles, balls and 228 Marvin Ave., Los Altos. www.facebook.com/ available on the website. There is no application COMMUNITY EVENTS HEALTH nets will be provided. Participants should wear fee. Nov. 18-Jan. 3, 12:15 a.m.-11:45 p.m. $31 court shoes and bring a folding chair. Nov. 18, HolidayBoutiqueCASA ArtWorlds Celebrating the tapestry of the per unit for California residents, plus basic fees. Postpartum Wellness: Pelvic Floor 1-3 p.m. Donations only. Rengstorff Park, 201 Spaghetti Supper for Student-Veterans African-American experience, this event will Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Strengthening This one-hour Postpartum S. Rengstorff Ave., Mountain View. Call 650- Scholarships The Foothill College Veterans offer paintings and mixed-media work by Bryan Hills. Call 650-949-7325. www.foothill.edu/ Wellness session at El Camino Hospital will aim 254-1041. Resource Center will hold a spaghetti supper Keith Thomas, an artist talk (6:30 p.m.), music by admissions.php to ease participants recovery from childbirth and benefiting scholarships for men and women Stanford University a cappella group Talisman (7 promote healthy, happy interactions with their What’s on Your Nutrition Label? This student-veterans at Foothill College. There will Weather the Weather As part of its Live p.m.), and food and South African wine. Nov. 13, babies. Those interested should call for more info workshop for seniors will teach participants how be a no-host cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m., with the & Learn Clinic Series, Orchard Supply Hardware 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Community School of Music or to register. Nov. 19, 1-2 p.m. Free. El Camino to read and understand nutrition labels and use buffet dinner following at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 14, will offer a few hourlong sessions on how to and Arts, 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain Hospital, Park Pavilion, Room O, 2400 Grant them to make healthy choices. There will be 5:30 p.m. $40. American Legion Hall, 347 First prepare a home for upcoming storms. Advice View. www.arts4all.org/attend/artworlds.htm Road, Mountain View. www.elcaminohospital. practice, prizes and incentives. Nov. 17, 1-2 p.m. St., Los Altos. Call 650-949-7001. foundation. and recommended products for winterizing a Holiday Stroll The Los Altos Village org Free. Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela fhda.edu/how-to-give/donate_now.html home will be discussed. Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Association will host its 13th annual Holiday Ave., Mountain View. Call 650-903-6330. www. The Kilgoris Project Marketplace Free. Orchard Supply Hardware, 2555 Charleston Stroll, during which visitors to downtown Los ON STAGE mountainview.gov/seniors Road, Mountain View. Call 650-691-2000. Offering a selection of gifts for the holidays, Altos can enjoy holiday lights, carolers and ‘Clybourne Park’ www.osh.com The Palo Alto Players will this international boutique of handcrafted items roasted chestnuts and browse over 50 shops. next produce “Clybourne Park” by Bruce Norris, LECTURES & TALKS will benefit The Kilgoris Project, a nonprofit CLUBS/MEETINGS Nov. 13, 5-9 p.m. Free. Downtown Los Altos, a 2012 play about race relations that follows ‘See Where Many Rhododendrons partnering with a rural Kenyan community Main Street, Los Altos. www.downtownlosaltos. two families moving into the same Chicago Come From’ The De Anza Chapter of the to provide education, health services and Peninsula Astronomical Society: org/events/holstroll.html neighborhood, 50 years apart. Nov. 7-22, American Rhododendron Society will host Jason opportunities for more than 1100 schoolchildren. ‘History and Science of Lick Lego Day This Mountain View Public Library Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Martinez of the San Francisco Botanical Garden, Nov. 12 and 13, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Nov. 14, 10 Observatory’ Dr. Paul Lynan of the event will allow community members to use their Sunday, 2 p.m. $32-$46. Lucie Stern Theatre, who will discuss his plant hunting trip to the a.m.-6 p.m.; Nov. 15, noon-4 p.m. Free. Los Altos University of California, Santa Cruz, will give a imaginations while building with Legos. From 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-329- Sikkim Himalayas and West Bengal regions of Marketplace, 242 State St., Los Altos. Call 617- free public talk called “History and Science of 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., adults can relax with other 0891. www.paplayers.org India during May and June 2015. Nov. 18, 7 p.m. 821-8520. www.kilgoris.org Lick Observatory” at the monthly meeting of adults while enjoying Lego construction. From ‘Cymbeline’ Foothill College’s Theatre Free. Hillview Community Center, 97 Hillview Villa Siena Auxiliary Holiday Boutique the Peninsula Astronomical Society. Foothill’s 1:30-2:30 p.m., all ages can join in the fun. No Arts Department will stage a production of Ave., Los Altos. www.deanza-ars.com The Villa Siena Auxiliary will hold its Holiday observatory will be open after the meeting from registration is required. Nov. 19, 12:30-2:30 p.m. “Cymbeline,” one of William Shakespeare’s most ‘The Future of Higher Education: Boutique, providing visitors an opportunity to 9 to 11 p.m., weather permitting. Those planning Free. Mountain View Public Library, 585 Franklin endearing romances. Nov. 6-22, Thursday, 7:30 What’s at Stake?’ University of California, get ahead on shopping while supporting the to attend should park in lot 6. Nov. 13, 7:30-9 St., Mountain View. Call 650-903-6882. goo. p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Berkeley, Chancellor Nicholas Dirks and Stanford community’s residents. There will be Christmas p.m. Free; $3 parking. Foothill College, Room gl/BjEihl $10-$20; $3 parking. Foothill College, Lohman University President John Hennessy will offer their 5015, 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills. decorations, baked goods, jewelry, gift items and Shoreline Athletic Fields Grand Theatre, 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos Hills. perspectives on the future of higher education. raffle prizes. All proceeds will benefit residents. www.pastro.org Opening & Dedication The City of Call 650-949-7360. www.foothill.edu/theatre/ Nov. 18, 7:30-9:30 a.m. $40 Churchill Club Mountain View will hold a grand opening and current.php member; $60 nonmember. Computer History dedication event for the Shoreline Athletic ‘Man of La Mancha’ The Los Altos Stage Museum, 1401 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain Fields, where there will be a reception, children’s Company will take audiences on a journey with View. Call 408-265-0130. transition.churchillclub. activities and food trucks. Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-noon. the renowned knight errant Don Quixote in the org/eventDetail.jsp?EVT_ID=1055 Inspirations Free. Shoreline Athletic Fields, 2450 Garcia Ave., play-within-a-play and classic musical, “Man of ‘Two Sides of the Andes’ In this Audubon Mountain View. Call 650-903-6331. www. La Mancha.” There will be no shows on Nov. 25 Speaker Series event, Doug Cheeseman and mountainview.gov and 26 and Dec. 9. Nov. 19-Dec. 19, Wednesday- Steve Thompson will talk about and share images a guide to the spiritual community Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m. $18-$36. Bus CONCERTS Barn Theater, 97 Hillview Ave., Los Altos. Call of ecosystems and life on both sides of the Andes LOS ALTOS LUTHERAN 650-941-0551. www.losaltosstage.org in South America: the Peruvian highlands from To include your Argentine Tango with Tangonero Cusco to Machu Picchu and their birds, and the Tangonero — a San Francisco-based group with Bringing God’s Love and Hope to All Pantanal in Brazil, the largest wetland in the members from Russia, Switzerland, Taiwan and RELIGION/SPIRITUALITY Church in world and a conservation success story. Nov. the U.S. — will share its mission of preserving Children’s Nursery ‘Judaism in the 21st Century’ with 18, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Cubberley Community the tradition of Argentine Tango. The event will 10:00 a.m. Worship Inspirations Rabbi David Wolpe David Wolpe, author Center, Room H1, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo include a concert and lunch. Nov. 17, noon-1:30 of eight books and an internationally known 10:10 Sunday School Alto. Call 408-252-3747. www.scvas.org Please call p.m. $20 or two punches on a Community 11:15 a.m. Fellowship rabbi, will give a talk exploring Judaism’s timeless Tuesdays Card. Schultz Cultural Arts Hall, 3921 legacy and what message it holds as humanity Author Deepak Chopra on ‘Super Blanca Yoc Fabian Way, Palo Alto. www.paloaltojcc.org moves into a new age. Nov. 15, 4-5:30 p.m. $15- Genes’ In a talk entitled “Super Genes: The Pastor David K. Bonde California Pops: ‘Classic Broadway’ $40 in advance; $30 at the door. Schultz Cultural Future of Wellbeing,” author Deepak Chopra will Outreach Pastor Gary Berkland at 650-223-6596 Conducted by Kim Venaas, the California Pops Arts Hall, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. www. present a bold understanding of human genes Orchestra will perform a program full of musical paloaltojcc.org and how simple lifestyle changes can boost 460 South El Monte (at Cuesta) or email hits from “My Fair Lady,” “The Music Man,” genetic activity. He will also address practical 650-948-3012 SENIORS ways to experience transformation and healing. www.losaltoslutheran.org [email protected] “Gigi” and many other productions. Special guest singers will include Carly Honfi, Alfredo CSA referral sessions on Medi-Cal Senior Tickets to the event will include a copy of his Mendoza and Cheryl Ringman. Nov. 15, 3 p.m. case managers from Community Services Agency book “Super Genes.” Nov. 20, 7:30-9 p.m. $60 $48 premium; $40 regular; $20 youth age 18 or will provide resources covering the benefits of general. Foothill College, Smithwick Theater, MOUNTAIN VIEW CENTRAL SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH under (plus ticket service fees). Foothill College, Santa Clara County’s subsidized health insurance 12345 El Monte Road, Los Altos. Call 650-988- Smithwick Theater, 12345 El Monte Road, Los program, as well as give an overview of the 9800. www.eastwest.com/chopra2015 Sabbath School: 9:30 a.m. Altos Hills. calpops.org basic eligibility requirements and how to apply. November Lunch with Local Mayors At Saturday Services: Worship 10:45 a.m. Ten-minute appointments are available; contact this event hosted by the Peninsula Democratic Wednesday Study Groups: FAMILY AND KIDS the Mountain View Senior Center for more info. Coalition, the mayors of East Palo Alto, Mountain 10-11 a.m. Drawn2Art Grand Re-Opening and Nov. 17, 10-11 a.m. Free. Mountain View Senior View, Palo Alto and Los Altos will discuss the Pastor Kenny Fraser, B.A.M. DIV Student Art Show Drawn2Art in Los Altos Center, 266 Escuela Ave., Mountain View. Call state of Silicon Valley and the issues affecting will celebrate its expansion into a larger space — 650-903-6330. www.mountainview.gov/seniors these communities. 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For video tour & more photos, please visit: www.28001Arastradero.com Offered at $4,998,000

Sunday OPEN HOUSE 1:30 - 4:30

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2125 Prospect Street, Menlo Park OPEN SAT/SUN 1:30-4:30 Q Located in highly desirable University Heights Q Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, very close to Stanford University, shopping, biking and hiking trails Q 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms Q 3,130+/-sf of living space on a 9,975+/-sf lot Q Fully remodeled contemporary open concept family room, kitchen and wdining area Q Two master suites with walk-in closets, spa-like bathrooms with white oak hardwood throughout Q Premier Menlo Park Las Lomitas schools Offered at $3,195,000

The Packard Team Amy Packard 650.823.1024 | [email protected] apr.com/thepackardteam | License# 01979342 The Realtor Team with Decades of Attormey Experience

APR.COM Square footage, acreage, and other information herein, has been received from one or more of a variety of different sources. Such information has not been veriﬁed by Alain Pinel Realtors. If important to buyers, buyers should conduct their own investigation.

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84 Mercy Street, Mountain View Ready for Your Holiday Celebrations 4 Bdrm / 3 Bath s Expanded and remodeled through- s Remodeled kitchen with gas stove, Offered at out with a modern flair stainless appliances and 2 sinks $1,925,000 s Spacious living room with vaulted s Located in a walk-able Downtown 2000+ square feet ceilings and bay window with seating location, near parks, library, of living space s Large family room with built-in Performing Arts Center, train and cabinetry, skylight, bay windows, light rail stations, school and Steven’s Creek Trail. California BRE 00963170 French door to backyard

30 Q Mountain View Voice Q MountainViewOnline.com Q November 13, 2015 EXTENDED HOURS: FRIDAY, 9:30 AM–5:00 PM 404 BAYWOOD COURT SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MOUNTAIN VIEW 1:00–5:00 PM www.404Baywood.com $1,248,000

3 BEDS + OFFICE 2.5 BATHS TWO-STORY END-UNIT TOWNHOME BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED CHEF’S KITCHEN 2 LARGE PRIVATE PATIOS CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN EXCELLENT SCHOOLS

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CalBRE# 01234450

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LOS ALTOS HILLS Sat 1 - 3 $4,200,000 PALO ALTO $2,800,000 PALO ALTO Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $2,495,000 10650 Magdalena Rd 5 BR 5 BA Luxurious Gated Los Altos Hills 3 BR 2 BA Great opportunity to remodel/develop. Cul-de-sac. One of 787 Mayﬁeld Ave 4 BR 2.5 BA Qualiﬁed Stanford Faculty ONLY! Great Estate; Custom built home w/modern amenities & more! the most desirable neighborhoods. Updates! Fabulous Landscaping & Redwood trees.dd Ron Delan CalBRE #01360743 650.941.7040 Lea Nilsson CalBRE #00699379 650.325.6161 Carole Feldstein CalBRE #00911615 650.941.7040

MENLO PARK Sat/Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $2,480,000 MOUNTAIN VIEW Sat/Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $1,925,000 MENLO PARK Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $1,698,000 46 La Loma Dr 3 BR 2.5 BA Updated family home with Las Lomitas 84 Mercy St 4 BR 3 BA Rare! Expanded, modern remodel thru out, 2131 Avy Ave 3 BR 2.5 BA www.2131Avy.com Elegantly remodeled schools and close by to local restaurants and shops. ready for move-in by the holidays, sep FR, more Prime Menlo Park Townhouse. Terrie Masuda CalBRE #00951976 650.941.7040 Nancy Adele Stuhr CalBRE #00963170 650.941.7040 Jan Strohecker CalBRE #00620365 650.325.6161

CUPERTINO Sat/Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $1,549,000 SUNNYVALE Sat/Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $1,479,000 MOUNTAIN VIEW Sat/Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $1,099,000 22475 Rancho Deep Cliff Dr 2 BR 2 BA Enjoy the privacy and 478 Pala Ave 3 BR 2 BA Expanded home w/ updated kitchen and baths. 1001 Asbury Way 3 BR 2.5 BA Stylish townhome feels like a single- convenience of living in this much sought-after gated community Near park/library. Homestead High. family residence near downtown MV! Helen Kuckens CalBRE #00992533 650.941.7040 Alan Huwe CalBRE #01706555 650.941.7040 Elizabeth Thompson CalBRE #01382997 650.941.7040

SUNNYVALE Sat/Sun 1:30 - 4:30 $1,090,000 REDWOOD CITY Sat/Sun 1 - 4:30 $998,000 SANTA CLARA $958,000 570 Monterey Ter 3 BR 2.5 BA Elegant, spacious, 11-yr-new tri-level. 3607 Page St 3 BR 1.5 BA Charming updated 3bd/1.5ba home w/ 4 BR 2.5 BA Desirable newer home set in a quiet cul-de-sac. Light,airy, open ﬂoorplan . 2-car garage. great ﬂoorplan. Beautifully landscaped park-like lot. Convenient to shopping, Hwy 101 & 880. Merrian Nevin CalBRE #01049294 650.941.7040 Dan Ziony CalBRE #01380339 650.325.6161 Gil Oraha CalBRE #01355157 650.325.6161

EAST PALO ALTO $850,000 SAN JOSE $759,000 MOUNTAIN VIEW $689,000 4 BR 3 BA Corner lot in East Palo Alto Gardens. Lots of features. Easy 3 BR 2 BA End of the road privacy, remodeled kitchen & baths, bonus 2 BR 1 BA Modern end unit, fully remodeled kitchen & bathroom, access to commute, shopping. 4th bedroom, large sunroom crown moldings & inside laundry Jane Jones CalBRE #01847801 650.325.6161 Gordon Ferguson CalBRE #01038260 650.325.6161 Gordon Ferguson CalBRE #01038260 650.325.6161 Los Altos | Palo Alto

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