Pleasanton Residents Urged to Ask Council to Join Energy Group

Thursday, September 7, 2017

VOLUME LIV, NUMBER 36 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol Pleasanton Residents Urged to Ask Council to Join Energy Group

Pleasanton is one of two cities in Alameda County that has not signed On August 31, a panel hosted by Organizing for Action held a clean up to participate in the East Bay Community Energy (EBCE) program. energy workshop at the Pleasanton Library to encourage Pleasanton See Inside Section A EBCE, a joint powers agreement to operate a Community Choice residents to communicate with their councilmembers their wish to Section A is filled with Aggregation (CCA) program was established in December by Alameda become part of the EBCE. County. A CCA allows local governments and some special districts to information about arts, people, EBCE, a community controlled not for profit power supplier, will pool (or aggregate) their electricity load in order to purchase and/or de- begin operating in participating cities and unincorporated areas of Al- entertainment and special events. velop power on behalf of residents, businesses, and municipal accounts. There are education stories, a ameda County starting in April or May of 2018. Goals of the program are to promote renewable energy, reduce Van Rainey, Volunteer Climate Change Lead, OFA East Bay Central variety of features, and the arts greenhouse gas emissions, and provide energy at a lower rate. Chapter, presented the panelists. They included Alexandra McGee, and entertainment and Both Livermore and Dublin have signed on. bulletin board. See ENERGY, page 5) 1st Downtown Workshop Set For Sept.13

Community and neighborhood workshops to take public input on development plans of 8.2 acres in downtown Livermore have been scheduled. To jumpstart the discussion, those attending will be shown four concepts, featuring elements such as a hotel, open space, housing, and parking. The concepts were forwarded to the city council by the Downtown Steering Committee. David Early from PlaceWorks, Inc. conducted the committee meetings. Early will lead the workshops. Paul Spence, Livermore Com- munity Development Director, said details on the format are being finalized. He expects it to include a presentation followed by a table top excercise similar to past workshops. All of the workshops are scheduled to take place from 7 to 9:30 p.m. There will be two community workshops. The first will be held on Sept. 13 at the Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindbergh Ave, Livermore. The second is planned for October Photo - Doug Jorgensen 10 at the Robert Livermore Com- Amador Valley High School celebrated the opening of its new stadium last Friday. The new stadium field was made possible through the generosity of the community with funds provided by the Walker Family Trust and the Amador Valley High School Athletic Booster (See WORKSHOPS, page 5) Club. The football team celebrated with a 15 to 14 non-conference win over King's Academy. Pleasanton Council Moves Housing Bills Could Hamper Local Control Forward with By Ron McNicoll recess. Gov. Jerry Brown has until of the League of California Cities. ballot. If voters approved it, the More than 30 housing bills Sept. 30 to sign or veto a bill. If SB 2, written by Sen. Toni bond would be used to produce Costco PLan have been put into the California the governor does nothing with Atkins of San Diego, would im- 7000 new affordable homes, and Legislature’s hopper in the cur- an approved bill, it automatically pose a $75 fee on some real estate $1 billion to help military veterans rent session. Some are seen by becomes law. Laws go into effect transactions, such as refinancing, buy homes. The Pleasanton City Council bill-watchers as relaxing environ- on Jan.1. but not on the sale of a home. The Pleasanton Mayor Jerry Thorne supported moving forward with mental checks on new housing, or Housing bills are being pack- revenue would go to support af- is so concerned about some of the a sales tax-sharing agreement to otherwise altering local control aged with two housing revenue fordable housing. bills in the package that he said at finance transportation improve- over development. bills. That has been delaying the SB 3, by Sen. Jim Beall of San the end of the Aug. 15 City Council ments for the Johnson Drive Eco- The Legislature has until Sept. floor voting on the whole package, Jose, would put a $4 billion hous- meeting, “Some bills will liter- nomic Development Zone (EDZ). 15 to pass bills, before going into said Jason Rhine, a staff member ing bond on the November 2018 No formal vote was taken fol- (See HOUSING, page 10) lowing the discussion at a special meeting held August 29. Livermore Woman Publishes Memoir The four councilmembers in attendance all supported staff's Of Childhood in Wartime England recommendation to establish a sales tax-sharing agreement with By Jeff Garberson Mayall’s father was a career Costco. Mayor Jerry Thorne was A newly published memoir of officer in the Royal Marines, a mat- absent. The topic will be revisited the 1930s and ‘40s recalls child- ter of pride as well as a powerful at the special council meeting on hood in an English military family factor in family dynamics. Mon., September 18. No final vote whose days were filled with simple While he was deployed, as is planned at that time. pleasures, personal relationships he sometimes was for months at An estimated $21.5 million and the fears brought on by a war a time, the household was ruled would be needed in traffic im- that was always in the background by their mother, a tiny, beautiful provements to help ease impacts but sometimes entered their lives woman who communicated with of development in the area. Five with terrifying consequences. actions as much as with words. transportation improvements The book, titled “All the Pen- “She didn’t even talk to us needed to maintain acceptable nies in the World,” was written by much, as our father did on the levels of service for the area if Susan Mayall, known in Livermore rare occasions he was home,” the EDZ were formally adopted for her support of the arts, includ- Mayall writes. “She expected us include adding two new traffic ing owning and operating an inde- to enjoy the things she did – walk- signals; widening parts of Stoner- pendent bookstore, Goodenough ing and running, the countryside Photo - Doug Jorgensen idge and Johnson drives, and Books, from 1972 through 2003. in all weathers, wildflowers and Jenny Andersen, a resident at Quail Garden in Livermore received constructing an additional on-ramp It is a story she found “amaz- birds….” a special visit on Tuesday morning from Brandi In the photo) and on northbound I-680 at Stoneridge ingly easy” to write, representing The picture that emerges is of a Cashet who poked their heads in her room to say hello. Her daughter Drive. Under a proposed agree- as it does clear memories of both loving, tightly bonded family that Margaret Antonoff. and granddaughter Ksenia brought the two ment negotiated between the City happy and painful times, she said found pleasure in the activities they and Costco, $6.4 million will be in an interview. undertook together. horses for a visit. Brandi, was purchased twelve years ago with Mayall was the eldest child of The book’s title comes from help from her mother. Margaret says, "Mom literally came along paid using traffic impact fees. the Hayter family, born in 1933. her mother’s bedtime expression for the ride. She loved them." Other residents at Quail Garden Of the remaining $13.6 million, That was “the year Hitler came to of endearment, “I love you more also got to meet the horses, feeding them watermelon as a treat. Costco would cover $6.8 million power,” she said, recalling the dark than all the pennies in the world.” "The horses were rock stars. I am tickled pink that it went so well," through a cash contribution. The force that would soon threaten her When she corrected the chil- said Margaret. She said that the visit went so well, she would be city would be responsible for the country and the entire Free World. (See PENNIES, page 2) happy to take them to other places. She can be reached by email at [email protected]. (See COSTCO, page 5)

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Photo - Valley Humane Society Roundup...... 3 Bulletin Board...... 10 Short Notes...... 9 Milestones...... 12 2 The Independent • September 7, 2017 PENNIES (continued from front page) dren, she tended to do so World War I tank that was with misspelled words, in- Susan well, as she excelled books – has scheduled a with a disapproving stare stationed on the edge of the formed Susan’s mother that in school and went to Cam- book party for her next rather than an angry scold- fortifications…. her husband was missing bridge, where she read his- Thursday, Sept. 14, at 7 ing. “(We would climb) a and presumed dead. There tory and met and married p.m. "All the Pennies in the The Hayter children scary spiral staircase, its was no condolence visit Brian Mayall. World" can be purchased seemed to be freer in their stone steps all worn and from the government or He later performed bio- there or online through mer- activities than were the chil- slippery, with views down from the Royal Marine. medical research in Phila- chants like Amazon and dren of the “boring” families into the dungeon, where, Years later, Mayall would delphia before moving to Barnes & Noble. of other Marine officers. my father would tell us, recognize how angry her Lawrence Livermore Na- Livermore’s Bankhead “(Those) children had the prisoners had been kept mother became. “It was tional Laboratory in 1972 Theater, where she has play rooms with carpets with the expansion of its and subjected to terrible a most horrible letter… It helped organize such events you had to be careful not to was unbelievable. She was biomedical program. as the Rae Dorough Speaker spill anything on, and nan- tortures….” Against the advice of Mayall recalls that dur- incredibly angry at the gov- Series, will host a signing nies who made them say ernment and sent his medals those convinced that Liver- party for her on Sept. 29. grace before meals, and they ing her father’s occasional more would never support visits, he was “happy sim- back.” weren’t allowed to climb At the time, however, her an independent bookstore, trees or make mud pies, as ply being home,” while her Susan Mayall opened Good- mother “must have longed mother bottled her emotions we were,” Susan wrote. up, shaking with grief after enough Books in 1980. She When they went out for a to have him on her own sold it 23 years later, partly TRAVEL pregnant with her fourth and reading the letter but cover- walk, as they often did, Su- and feel young and carefree ing her face with her hands to deal with pressing family san’s mother insisted that the again.” On a Marine cap- final child, feeling ill. issues. During one raid, when as if she could protect her BUG Hayter children be dressed tain’s pay, the family was not children by containing the She hopes her nine properly in case they were well-off and could not afford they had taken refuge in a awful secret. grandchildren and two great seen by neighbors. Then she regular help. stairwell, their mother sud- She could not, however. grandchildren will read her group Travel led them on muddy paths, For the Hayters, as for denly rushed to the bath- Susan at least understood book someday to under- room, returning “white faced across streams and fields, millions of people around that a tragedy had occurred, stand their family history in (925) 447-4300 even stopping for a cup of the world, the arrival of and wiping her mouth with even if she did not know greater detail. milk at nearby cow sheds. the war would change the a sheet of toilet paper. ‘It’s exactly what. She began to Towne Center Books In Downtown Livermore Although Susan’s mother context of their lives, from only our guns firing, chicks,’ cry. Her mother affected in Pleasanton – a former she said – but I knew better.” travelbuglivermore.com was not chatty, she sang the imposition of rationing surprise. “Why are you cry- competitor to Goodenough and read to Susan starting The children learned to ing, darling?” she asked in a at an early age, instilling a to the building of bomb distinguish the sounds of shelters and encounters with high voice. “You don’t know pleasure in stories and in German bombers, whose what’s happened. I’ll tell you writing that has remained in near death and actual trag- motors throbbed in a charac- edy. after your birthday.” TWO SOUTH LIVERMORE later years. teristic rhythm. Life became She did not do so, howev- Discussions that might be Perhaps the war’s earli- more difficult as frequent SINGLE STORY ESTATES! est sign for Susan and her er. Little by little, as the days taken for granted today were bombing raids added to the passed, the children came to Capistrano Single Story. Outstanding court location off-limits then. “There were siblings was the sight of two fear and tension and de- amazing home, amazing private backyard paradise! tiny airplanes “seeming to sense that their father would so many things that simply prived mother and children never again return but that didn’t get talked about.” chase one another” high in of needed sleep. they must never raise the Religion was one. Anatomy, the sky until one spun down They had a narrow es- subject with their mother. Open Sat or a child’s natural curiosity trailed by “a cloud of black cape from death in Exmouth They entered into a kind & Sun 3-6pm about her own body, was smoke,” crashing into trees when they left a shoe store of conspiratorial silence another. with a distant boom. for a music store, having that lasted through the war When she asked where The war soon became forgotten needed ration cou- years and allowed the adults babies come from, her moth- more real as German bomb- pons. Seconds later, a Ger- around them to think they er answered, “Under the ing spread around the coun- man bomb destroyed the were protecting the children 653 Silver Sage Court $1,395,000 gooseberry bush!” shoe store. tryside, hitting cities and from facing tragedy. 4BD w/office + study / 3BA / 3,354 Sq.Ft. / 17,196 Sq.Ft. Lot When her father was villages far from the better Rationing was a fact of Not until the day the war home, the dynamic changed. life. Special food rations known blitz on London. ended did Susan’s mother Kristopher Ranch Single Story. Entertainer’s Delight “There was a sparkle about were permitted for Christ- They watched the red glow “reveal” to the children that w/custom pool, spa and built-in gas grill! those days – because my mas, but “never, never, could as the medieval city of Ex- their father had died early in parents were still madly in we have second helpings,” eter burned. At times, the the war. She was shocked to love…. Mayall recalls. “We were bombs were close enough learn that they already knew. Open Sat “Each time he came certainly not starving, but we that their own windows Should she not have dis- & Sun 12-3pm home, seldom for long, was were always hungry.” seemed likely to shatter. cussed the tragedy with them another honeymoon. And Tragedy by post Sometimes the attacks when it happened? Speaking we did exciting things that On the day before her seemed particularly sense- last week, Mayall supposed we didn’t do otherwise… eighth birthday, when Susan less, as when a pilot would that her mother “really was expeditions…picnics on was wondering whether her so incredibly sad herself 2998 Bresso Drive $1,248,000 drop a bomb on a village hilltops…(visiting) ruined absent father would send a that she just couldn’t face and then return to strafe the 5BD / 3BA / 2,820 Sq. Ft. / 11,374 Sq.Ft. 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There was Alameda County has reactivated its Disaster Relief Fund organized National Voter Registration Day effort, which no associated vehicle or additional suspects seen. to enable its approximately 9,700 employees and people will be held on September 26, 2017. Officers arrived on-scene in less than two minutes and in the community to voluntarily donate funds to support Eligible U.S. citizens who are 18 years of age or older conducted an extensive area search, but were unable to the massive recovery effort that will be needed to rebuild and meet other requirements may register to vote. Addition- capture the suspect. The victims were uninjured in the at- communities throughout major parts of Texas and to help ally, eligible California 16- and 17-year-olds may now pre- tempted robbery. the thousands of people suffering the devastating impacts register to vote. Their voter registration will automatically Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who of Hurricane Harvey. be activated on their 18th birthday. may have additional information is encouraged to call the Activation of the Alameda County Disaster Relief Updating voter registration information is critical for Pleasanton Police Department at 925-931-5100. Please Fund enables County employees and people in the com- U.S. citizens who have recently moved, changed their name, reference case #17-34523 munity to contribute cash donations. County employees want to change their political party preference or have may also have the option to donate up to 5 days of their recently had their voting rights restored. Registered voters accrued vacation time, compensatory time and/or holiday can check their voter status by visiting: https://voterstatus. in-lieu time. sos.ca.gov/. 3154 Boardwalk St Pleasanton Alameda County intends for all contributions to the 3 BD, 2 BA, 1881 sq.ft. Disaster Relief Fund to go directly to victims and families Suspect Sought Single story. Located affected by Hurricane Harvey. Pleasanton Police are seeking the public's help in finding close to schools, shop- Cash and online donations are accepted. Cash donations a suspect in an attempted armed robbery that took place ping and easy freeway may be contributed by sending a personal check payable to September 4, 2017, at about 10:53 P.M. access. Owned Solar, Two female Pleasanton residents were walking in the no rear neighbors, hot the Alameda County Disaster Relief Fund, c/o the Auditor- tub, new interior paint. Pleasanton Place Apartments complex, located at 4408 Controller Agency, 1221 Oak Street, Room 238, Oakland OPEN FRI, SEPT 8 • 4-7 PM 3154Boardwalk.com CA 94612. To make an online donation or to obtain ad- Mohr Ave, when a male approached them from behind. 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The suspect was unable to grab the necklace REALTOR®, CRS, SRES®, QSC California Secretary of State Alex Padilla has recognized and fled on foot eastbound on Mohr Ave. 925.784.7979 CalBre#01027778 He is described as a clean shaven black male, about 6’3” [email protected] | LeslieFaught.com September 2017 as National Voter Registration Month and For your today’s home value, urges all eligible citizens to register to vote or update their tall and weighing about 200 pounds with short black hair visit: Mytodayshomevalue.com registration at www.registertovote.ca.gov. and in his late twenties or early thirties. He was wearing a Forkful to Be Held in Pleasanton A brand new event is or check only on Saturday toria, Café Main, Neighbor- planned this Saturday, Sep- at the Museum on Main, hood Sports Bar & Kitchen, tember 9th in downtown 603 Main Street between Namaste Pizza, Rita's of Pleasanton. "Forkful," a 2:30-4pm. Pleasanton, Juice & Java, unique self-paced tasting Participating Locations Primrose Bakery, Peet's Cof- experience will allow event include: Handles Gastropub, fee and Noland's Cake Shop. guests to stroll through Salt Craft, Beer Baron Bar Must be 21 and older downtown stopping at 18 & Kitchen, Strizzi's, Cellar to participate in this event. participating locations to Door, Baci Bistro & Bar, Sa- Event is rain or shine, no taste a forkful of food. bio on Main, Nonni's Bistro, refunds. Complimentary adult bev- Frontier Spice, Pasta's Trat- erage tastings will highlight the food at over 10 locations along the way. Pet Adoption Fair Planned A sparkling wine and gourmet chocolate recep- at County Fairgrounds tion will be held at check The Bay Area Pet Fair, hosted by Pet Food Express, is in where participants will the largest pet adoption event in California. This year’s Pet receive their commemora- Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on September 16 STEAM LAB tive rose gold fork and event and 17 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. The Fair will program. Check in will feature more than 70 rescues and shelters and will welcome take place at the Museum over 50,000 attendees, some 1,500 of whom are expected on Main located at 603 to go home with a new pet. Thousands of dogs, cats, and GRAND OPENING! Main Street from 2:30-4pm. small animals of all sorts will strut their stuff looking for The savory portion of the their new forever homes. event will take place from Admission and parking are free. Pets on leash are wel- Friday, September 22nd, 5-6PM 3-5pm, the sweet portion come. There will be live shows and demos, activities for from 4-6pm. people and pets, a variety of food and drink options, lots of Tickets on sale now for giveaways and prizes, and tons of samples and goodies to $55 are available online take home. 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Hurricane Harvey, like recede for months. flooding like that now reced- It shows that some droughts other hurricanes, was a “So that is also similar to We continue to be disappointed in the Liver- Houston” today. more Valley Joint Unified School District Board ing in Texas could strike have lasted decades and cyclonic storm powered Northern California as well, even centuries, far longer by heat rising from warm Groundwater overpump- of Trustees failure to pass a resolution declaring according to a University ing has now dropped the the district to be a safe haven. than the one being experi- oceans, while the atmo- of California professor who enced when Ingram spoke spheric river is a chance floor of the Central Valley In contrast, the Pleasanton Unified School has studied evidence of ex- in Pleasanton . alignment of the jet stream by as much as 30 feet, sug- District, not only passed a resolution a year and treme flooding and extreme The same historical re- channeling tropical moisture gesting the potential for a half ago, but also reaffirmed the district's stance drought in the west. cord, she said, also shows across a relatively narrow even greater flooding than in Extreme Northern Cali- mega-floods every century part of the state. 1861-62, Ingram said. in the wake of events in Charlottesville, VA. As the Independent went The Dublin Unified School District has also fornia flooding not only can or two, such as an 1861-62 On the other hand, there occur, it has, as the result of “atmospheric river” that are important similarities. to press this week, water approved a Safe Haven resolution. a disastrous series of storms around Houston was slowly Despite requests from the public during meet- brought nearly two months Both weather disasters in late 1861 and early 1862, of heavy rain as storm after “originate in the tropics, receding, with recovery ing open to the public, the Livermore board has points out Lynn Ingram, heavy rainstorm was driven and…climate models show estimates as high as $180 not discussed nor taken a vote on the idea. How- a geology professor at the across Northern California that with global warming, billion, lasting for months. ever, over the summer, Livermore Board Presi- University of California at from the tropics. they will get larger and more At the same time, the Berkeley. An atmospheric river can frequent,” she wrote. next named hurricane of the dent Craig Bueno met three times with advocates 2017 season, Category 5 seeking a resolution. No agreement was reached. Ingram, who spoke two carry the water flow equiva- “As the tropics warm years ago to a Pleasanton lent of two to 10 Mississippi there will be warmer surface Irma, was moving steadily Bueno did address staff during the school kickoff meeting of the Valley Study west toward the Leeward event, where he emphasized the importance to Rivers, she said. ocean water that evaporates Group, says it is clear that In early 1862, the Central faster, adding more water Islands at the eastern edge establish trust and to respect, educate and protect the same can happen again, Valley flooded to depths of vapor and energy to the of the Caribbean Sea, with a all of the children. even if it is not possible to 10-15 feet. Water was so atmosphere.” possible landfall in the U.S. The Pleasanton and Dublin policies are clear predict when. deep in Sacramento that Prior to speaking in Pleas- What the coming winter In 2015, when Ingram residents moved about by anton , Ingram and former will bring in the way of rain- about establishing a barrier-free environment for fall for Northern California all students, one that requires all in the districts spoke in Pleasanton, much rowboat, the functions of student Frances Malamud- of the West was suffering the state capitol were trans- Roam co-authored a book is impossible to predict. to cooperate to bring it about. The goal is to en- from a record drought. To- Just as hurricanes recur, able all students, regardless of background, to ferred to San Francisco and that describes the extremes day, the drought seems to be economic collapse drove the of western climate. The however, it is clear that at- achieve the greatest success possible for them in broken, although no one can state to bankruptcy. book, “The West Without mospheric river conditions their future. predict rainfall in the com- In an email last week, In- Water,” received consider- like those of 1861-2 can Passing a resolution declaring schools are safe ing years and the historical gram noted that the weather able attention nationwide. happen again. doesn't make them any more safe. However, it record shows that some phenomena that generated In her email, she pointed Ingram believes national, rainy years have been mere this year’s Houston catas- out that the Central Valley state and local governments sends a clear message that bigotry, bullying, and should take them into ac- hate based on race, religion, or immigration status punctuation for extended trophe and the disastrous today is a “huge, flat area… droughts. flooding in California a that (in 1861-62) was under count in their planning. will not be tolerated. Livermore trustees need to That record is read take a stand. Glazer, State Attorney General Condemn Decision on DACA Sen. Steve Glazer, D- “These children have ATTORNEY GENERAL our government. This Ad- Alameda County Demo- lished. Orinda, released a statement grown up here, gone to In the wake of the an- ministration has chosen to cratic Party Chair Robin To- "Many DREAMers at in reaction to the Trump school, played on Little nouncement by Attorney ignore what American voters rello condemned the Admin- risk live here in California. Administration’s decision League teams, gone to General Jeff Sessions assert- have said they think is right. istration’s action to end the The vast majority are pro- to end Deferred Action for proms, earned their first pay- ing that the Trump Adminis- Nearly 80 percent of voters DACA program and issued ductive, hardworking people Childhood Arrivals (DACA) checks: basically, they’ve tration will rescind the De- want to protect the legal the following statement: who live, work and attend while giving the U.S. Con- lived the American dream. ferred Action for Childhood status of Dreamers. Attorney “Today’s action by the school in our communities, gress six months to address To think we would abandon Arrivals, or DACA, initia- General Sessions claims this Trump Administration to adding $11 billion a year to the immigration status of these young Americans and tive, California Attorney decision is full of ‘compas- end DACA is one of un- our state economy. Their Dreamers: tear them from their roots General Xavier Becerra an- sion,’ but real compassion conscionable cruelty. The loss is our loss. Glazer stated, “The Trump and send them to a foreign nounced that he is prepared would be treating Dreamers Democratic Party has long "We call on Congress administration’s decision to country they don’t know is to sue the Administration ‘with heart,’ as President called for a path to full to reject this heartless and end DACA is heartless, plain the height of cruelty that I over its decision. Trump himself said. Califor- citizenship for the undocu- craven action and pass the and simple. Congress has six cannot imagine. “President Trump has nia is taking action because mented. Alameda County DREAM Act without delay months to get this right and “We will be there every turned his back on hundreds one in four DACA grantees Democrats proudly stand to provide full citizenship enact a law to protect Dream- step of the way to stand up of thousands of children and live in our great state. I will with DREAMers in support for these 800,000 strong ers, who are here through no for these young men and young Americans who came do everything I can to fight of their right to stay in our DREAMers." fault of their own, brought by women who are as American forward and put their trust in for them.” country until a pathway to For more information, their undocumented parents. as our sons and daughters.” COUNTY DEMOCRATS citizenship can be estab- visit www.acdems.org.

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(Opinions voiced in let- be necessary for people energy, a lively and impor- am confident that we will development must pay its of values. As a commu- ters published in Mailbox to vacation in Livermore. tant place. It will also cata- be able to deliver the first own way and other develop- nity, do we value safe and are those of the author and However having a hotel lyze improvements and new phase of an outstanding ers are held to this standard, uncongested streets, parks do not necessarily reflect the downtown, by itself, will not developments Westward high school to our commu- you may be asking why the and sports fields, cultural opinion of The Independent. do much to promote longer on First Street and West- nity with the funding that city is being so generous amenities, police and fire The Independent will not stays in Livermore. You ward on Railroad Avenue, has been allocated through to Costco? They have at- services, and meeting the hu- publish anonymous letters. need something to draw peo- as the Bankhead Theater has Measure H.” tempted to make the case man needs of our residents All letters are required to ple to Livermore and some- done Eastward on the same What I hear Ms. Boozer that this is a good long-term that our taxpayer dollars have the names of the per- thing for them to do which streets. saying is "I am not sure what fiscal deal for the city and provide? In other words, sons submitting them. Abu- makes them want to stay in Contrast this vision to a we can deliver for $100M, therefore justifies the in- public money for the com- sive letters may be rejected Livermore. Places which hotel crammed against the but it will be called phase 1 vestment of public money. mon good. Or do we want or edited. Frequent letter draw visitors have features Bankhead Theater, missing of a potentially outstanding However, their analysis is a Costco so badly that we writers may have publication which interest visitors, be it entirely an important future high school." both misleading and flawed. instead provide corporate of their letters delayed. Let- small, unique shops, physi- as a force to continue the They have characterized welfare to a company with ters should be sent by email cal features such as quaint recreation of our downtown Wine Festival the city share of funding annual revenue of $120 to editmail@compuserve. country roads, lined with while spawning little more Lynne Shephard as limited to a $6.7 million BILLION whose business com) trees, or other such points than occasional traffic jams. Livermore “tax sharing agreement” model is both destructive to of interest. I can't wait to enjoy a cup To the organizers of the with Costco that will be paid local economies and the en- Downtown Building a large struc- of coffee at the new plaza, fall wine festival: Fortunate- back over time. But the true vironment? In other words, Development ture, with little or no open join me! ly, the festival for the Labor cost to taxpayers is much public money for private space around it will accom- Day weekend was cancelled more: $1.5 million more in benefit. Dean Burnett Except for Karla Brown, Livermore plish nothing except to make Disappointed in Article due to weather extremes. interest on the tax sharing Livermore just another sub- Andrew ShamRao However, whose idea “loan”, the inappropriate the City Council has ignored The downtown merchant the shortcomings of this deal group has expressed their urb in the San Francisco Bay Dublin was it to amass the wineries diversion of $10 million area, with a number of win- I am writing in response on a barren hill subject to in public money from a and the objections of many opinion that housing and and have already made up a hotel are necessary for eries, restaurants and bars. to your article "Dublin big winds and heat in the transportation fund intended If the downtown merchants School Board Allocates first place? for other roadway projects, their minds in favor of pri- Livermore. They have said vate benefit for Costco and that the housing is necessary want to increase the time $100 Million to Second This festival has been tra- and an additional $1.5 mil- visitors stay in Livermore High School," posted in the ditionally paired with warm lion to acquire right-of-way Nearon. It’s a slam dunk! to provide housing for their That is, unless you make employees and to support the they should support projects Independent newspaper on weather. that should be paid by the which will make Livermore August 31, 2017. The bus shuttles between developer. This results in sure they know that your val- businesses in the downtown. ues are different from theirs. They have also said that the unique, which will draw I must say I was disap- participating wineries was a almost $20 million in public lack of a hotel, in the down- people to town for longer pointed that your article treat for most goers to rest money, $1.5 million from town, is a major reason the visits. They should not be makes an assertion without in the shade of the winery Costco, and ZERO from Take Part in Planning visitors to Livermore do not supporting development getting all the facts. It's grounds and experience project developer Nearon. Elizabeth Judge stay in Livermore. which will make downtown unclear on what basis you some wonderful wines, and This total doesn’t include a Livermore Any housing built in the Livermore more like every make the statement that some nice music. The am- regional transportation fee Livermore citizens need downtown will be too expen- other city. with large build- "[$100M] is enough to build biance of the event was as yet to be paid, construction to get off the couch to par- sive for employees of most ings, congested traffic, and a school that can handle good as the wine. cost overruns, or additional ticipate actively in the out- of the businesses located in no open space. 1,000 students." The organizers have tak- right of way that might be reach part of the city’s plan the downtown. If they could What does "handle 1000 en away the beauty of the required. for "Downtown Livermore." afford to live downtown, Downtown Hotel students" mean? Phase 1 festival, and I will no longer They are also assuming Do not wait until it is too late they would have to shop Robert Taylor has not yet been defined by attend such a commercial an unrealistic 3% annual in- and then complain about not somewhere other than in Retzlaff Vineyards the School Board in terms money grabbing event. crease in sales from Costco enough green space or too Livermore as there are few Imagine a beautiful hotel of facilities and services the for 25 straight years. They much housing, etc. Be there stores providing the things in Downtown Livermore. Board intends to provide for Costco Agreement have not considered the on Wednesday, September residents might need such Visualize a stunning ar- 1000 students. If this hasn't Matt Sullivan increasingly detrimental 13, from 7-9:30 pm at the as clothing, linens, and other chitectural jewel located been defined, how can we Pleasanton impacts to brick and mortar Shrine Event Center, 170 such necessary items. between "L" Street and know what can be delivered At its August 29th meet- retail caused by on-line sales Lindbergh Ave., Livermore. A hotel downtown might Livermore Avenue. It will for $100M and whether it ing, the Pleasanton City from Amazon and others, It is your turn to take part in give birth to a plaza full of will be sufficient for 1000 Council gave the go ahead to potential downturn caused this process. Do it! students? write a $20 million check to by almost certain recession In fact, when one ex- Costco as the price to build over that time, nor the sales Responses to Letter amines the cost of recent a store in Pleasanton. This tax revenue loss from other Michael E. Delfino school projects, building a public handout covers most local businesses that are Livermore robust school to serve 1000 of the $21.5 million needed transferred to Costco. But Follow Up to August (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) students for only $100M even using their inflated Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala to construct the roadway and 31st: Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) seems out of reach; When sales projections the project In the August 31st edition Editor: Janet Armantrout infrastructure improvements one also considers that the to mitigate the impacts from won’t break even for 22 of this paper, a submission The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., years. Doesn’t seem like Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional cost of land will have to Costco, two hotels, and other by me was published titled, entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998.T he Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. come out of the $100M, it retail uses in the Johnson prudent investment of public “Who is Antifa?” To say com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, money to me. 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. seems impossible. Drive Economic Develop- it got some interesting re- This decision to squander Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 You quoted the Dub- ment Zone. While the city’s sponses would be an under- during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. lin School Superintendent, own policies mandate that our money is one of dollars statement. Of the 20+ nega- Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. Leslie Boozer, as saying “I and cents, but it’s also one www.independentnews.com (More MAILBOX, page 6) September 7, 2017 • The Independent 5 ENERGY (continued from front page) EBCE/Alameda County voting power to larger cities. is not locally controlled, as city general funds. of 2015). who assisted with Alameda After an affirmative vote by while EBCE's bylaws re- In addition to other posi- Community Development Residents who do not County CCA Technical Fea- the entire EBCE board, any quire a representative from tives, it was pointed out that want to purchase power Manager, Marin Clean En- sibility Study. three members can call for each participating city to be local clean power generation from EBCE can opt-out ergy California’s first CCA The Pleasanton City a voting shares vote to re- included on the board. creates local jobs. EBCE for free during the enroll- in operation since 2010; Council decided against affirm the action. Theoreti- Panelists encouraged buys renewable power ment period and continue Rod Sinks, Founding Chair, joining EBCE after a pre- cally, the three largest cities, Pleasanton residents to con- through contracts with local purchasing as they do now Silicon Valley Clean En- sentation and discussion Oakland/Fremont/Hayward tact their representatives producers. through PG&E. ergy/Cupertino City Coun- in October. The council's could combine vote shares now, since council members The program incentivizes While communities con- cilmember; Cathy Brown, reasoning was that they to overturn decisions. can make it an agenda item the development of solar trol the sources for power City of Pleasanton Energy wanted to maintain local The Pleasanton council at any time when there is on local “brown sites” in generation in EBCE, PG&E and Environment Advisory control over electricity. The indicated that it would revist community interest. such places as parking lots, is still a partner, handling Committee Member, En- council had issues with how the issue after the EBCE had Cathy Brown noted that warehouses, water treat- transmission/line repair, and vironmental Scientist; and the voting was organized. been in operation for a year. Pleasanton’s power load ment facilities, etc. Alameda billing/accounts. Seth Baruch, Consultant, They saw it as giving greater At the Aug. 31 workshop, it data has already been stud- County has already con- If Pleasanton residents was pointed out that PG&E ied by the Alameda County ducted a solar siting study were interested in getting CCA Steering Committee. which identifies prime areas involved with events sup- This ensures an expedited for new solar installation. porting EBCE, they can COSTCO process for joining EBCE (continued from front page) Once part of the program, email Van Rainey at VanR@ Panelists offered the fol- a community decides its ofaebc.us lowing observations: remaining $6.8 million. To sion was being rushed. "This lion or 91 percent of those own renewable energy level, For more information go Seth Baruch noted that all of which are greater than to https://sites.google.com/ provide the city's share, of- is a huge decision that could new revenues and Costco the technical feasibility go horribly wrong for the would receive $7.8 million the current renewable base site/ofaebc/home ficials proposed borrowing study commissioned by Al- load from PG&E (30% as internally, taking out a bank city. We're talking about 25 or 9 percent of those new ameda County shows that loan to be paid off by issu- years to pay off a loan when revenues. One disadvantage using the county’s local ing bonds, or entering into a we're not sure what condi- would be that the City typi- renewables will be com- sales tax sharing agreement tions will be in a few years. cally accrues all sales tax, petitive with or cheaper than with Costco to pay back the Costco stock is dropping. while under this scenario the PG&E. retailer for fronting the city's It faces competition from City would repay Costco 40 Alexandra McGee poo- inted to rate decreases for portion of the infrastructure Amazon and on-line stores. percent of all sales tax gener- Although Costco sells on ated over 25 years. Marin Clean Energy’s users projects. over the last two years. The total $21.5 million line, those taxes do not come Matt Sullivan, in a press Rod Sinks cited a $40.8 includes $1.5 million for to Pleasanton." She sug- release sent prior to the million net revenue project- the right of way. Costco will gested the need for a better, meeting, wrote, "The Staff ed for Silicon Valley Clean donate any of its required more equitable agreement Report attempts to justify Energy in the coming 2017- right-of-way, the city will than the one proposed. taxpayer subsidies to Cost- 18 operating year. He said seek other property owners Mary Roberts asked the co and project developer that the board will need to to do so as well. Any leftover council to go forward. "It's Nearon to fund the infra- decide whether to issue divi- acquisition costs will be split been a long time coming." structure costs to mitigate dend checks to ratepayers, reduce next year’s rates, or between the city and Costco, During the council dis- the impacts of Costco and cussion, Karla Brown spoke the EDZ. The city tries to invest in incentive programs with Costco's portion paid for new renewable projects. back to the company by in- in favor of tax sharing. How- make the case that this is He clarified that the revenue creasing the city's tax-share ever, she expressed concern a good long term invest- must be allocated to agency payback amount. that the agreement could set ment for the city. They have initiatives and cannot be According to staff, a key a precedent for other big presented the economics in used for other purposes, such difference between the op- business coming to town. a superficial and misleading tions is that the sales tax She wanted to see Nearon, manner that disguises the sharing agreement ensures the property owner, put in flaws of the agreement and there is no risk to the general up-front money for the pro- the true cost to the public. 29 Years in Real Estate fund. Staff also pointed out posed hotels' infrastructure My contention, based on a that sales tax sharing was cost. "It would make the deal close analysis of the city’s used by Livermore in ap- more palatable for me." justification, is that it is not proving the San Francisco Arne Olson said to those a good investment but sim- Premium Outlets. who oppose the deal because ply corporate welfare to the The EDZ involves a pro- they say it uses taxpayer extreme." posed change to existing money, "If there is no Cost- Sullivan was among land use policies and regu- co, there is no tax money those who supported an lations designed to spur incoming from Costco. It's initiative last November that vestment in 40 acres of land time to move on." would have limited the size primarily fronting Johnson Kathy Narum said she of buildings to 50,000 sq. ft. Drive near Interstate 680. didn't see any risk to the city in the EDZ. Costco would Costco, as well as two busi- as long as wording is includ- not qualify. The initiative ness-class hotel operators, ed that if the store closes, the was rejected by 63% of have expressed interest in 20 agreement sunsets. In any Pleasanton voters. acres belonging to Nearon event, the agreement does For more information, within the proposed EDZ. sunset after 25 years. She including time line, impact During the public hear- added that with a Costco, and feasibility studies, pre- SENIORS REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST ® ing, Jennifer Murillo, di- the property becomes more vious agenda reports and rector of real estate devel- valuable, bringing more FAQs, visit the City’s web- opment for Costco, told property taxes to the city. site at cityofpleasantonca. the council that the proj- Jerry Pentin also sup- gov/JDEDZ. ect would create 250 new ported moving ahead with jobs that provide excellent sales tax sharing. benefits and wages. It will Under the sales tax shar- generate millions in new ing, Costco advances the Deer Carcass sales tax revenue yearly to City $6,785,000; the City the city. There are 23,163 pays it back through a 60/40 Near Popular members living in the area. percent split sales tax shar- Costco is investing in new ing agreement with 1.5 per- Del Valle Trail cent interest (roughly $1.4 A badly decomposed warehouses to relieve the deer carcass continues to pressure on its highest vol- million) over a period not to exceed 25 years. The City lie near the popular Dog ® ume stores. Livermore and Run Trail on the east side REA L ESTA TE SERV ICES receives 60 percent of the Danville are both ranked in of Lake Del Valle, roughly the top ten performing stores sales tax; Costco gets the halfway between the boat in the Bay Area, which is the other 40 percent as repay- launch area and the last top performing area in the ment. Over 25 years, the group campground on the 800-319-8991 country. A Pleasanton store City is expected to receive trail, hikers report. would take pressure off of a total of $84.2 million in The carcass has been [email protected] net new tax revenues. Of the Danville and Livermore there for several weeks REALTOR®, Lic. #00979099 locations. that amount, under the sales without being picked up, Resident Sandy Yamaoda tax sharing option, the City Rangers at the park ac- was concerned that the deci- would receive $76.4 mil- knowledge.

WORKSHOPS (continued from front page) munity Center, 4444 East Elementary School, 5280 Avenue, Livermore. Irene Way, Livermore. The five neighborhood In addition to the work- SHARE YOUR TALENTS - VOLUNTEER! workshops are as follows: shops, information on Sept. 18 at the Livermore how to provide input can be Become involved in your community by serving on one of the City’s advisory bodies. High School Student Union, found at the project website, Applications are now being accepted for the Commission for the Arts, Livermore Housing Authority 600 Maple St., Livermore; on social media, as well and the Human Services Commission. Sept. 28, Croce Elemen- as display boards, posters, tary School, 5650 Scenic flyers and in stories. There Commission for the Arts – The Commission for the Arts encourages and facilitates cultural pro- Avenue, Livermore; Oct. will be downtown tours of- grams that enrich the community. The Commission promotes Livermore as a vibrant and stimulating en- 2, at the Granada High fered either in person of via School Student Union, 400 a mobile device, pop-events, vironment for artists and audiences, young and old, to experience the performing, visual, and literary arts. Wall St., Livermore; Oct. 4, and on-line engagement. Rancho Las Positas Elemen- Based on public input, Next meeting: September 26, 2017, 4:30 pm, Civic Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore tary School, 401 East Jack a preferred option will be London Blvd., Livermore; prepared for review by the Livermore Housing Authority – (One regular vacancy and one vacancy for tenant at least and Oct. 19, Arroyo Seco city council. 62 years of age) - The Housing Authority administers and oversees the 125 low-income housing units at Leahy Square. Additionally, the Authority oversees the Section Eight Certificate Program and the Voucher Program for subsidized housing. Donate Your Vehicle to Tri-Valley Conservancy Next meeting: September 13, 2017, 5:30 pm, 3203 Leahy Way, Livermore Help Preserve Land for Future Generations Human Services Commission - The Human Services Commission provides a forum for discussion of community social needs, monitors the expenditure of Housing and Human Services funds, assists local agencies in procuring grants, and submits an annual report to City Council on the status of social conditions and progress toward achieving solutions to the community’s human needs.

Next meeting: September 12, 2017, 7:00 pm, Multi-Service Center, 3311 Pacific Avenue, Livermore

Donate cars, trucks, boats, tractors and For more information or to apply, please visit www.cityoflivermore.net/AB. Applications are due to the City Clerk’s office by 5:00 pm on October 13, 2017. RV’s. Running or not. Tax Deductible. Must attend at least one meeting of the advisory body applying for before submitting C all 1-888-686-4483 an application and must reside within the Livermore city limits. or visit Interviews tentatively scheduled for the week of October 16, 2017. TriValleyConservancy.org 6 The Independent • September 7, 2017

Fall Horse Racing Planned at Fairgrounds Horseracing returns to Pleasanton this Fall with $850,000 in prize money, including a $75,000 stakes race. The Oak- tree at Pleasanton Fall Horse Racing and Festival takes place over two weekends at the Alameda County Fairgrounds starting Thursday, September 21. Guests can take part in special wine, beer and craft- cocktail tasting events, live sports via HDTV at the 95.7 The Game Fan Cave, food and drink specials and more. Post times are Fridays at 2:15 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays and the first Thursday at 1:45 p.m. Admission is free. Motorcycle enthusiasts won’t want to miss the new Poker Run to the Races on Sunday, September 24 featuring a 120-mile, 5-stop ride, food, live music, poker game and prizes. Also new this year, the Derby Dog Dash on Saturday, September 23 gives pint-sized pooches a chance to run like racehorses at the track for fun and prizes. All races are short- distance and entry is free at http://www.derbydogdash.com. For those who like a little tasting with their racing, the Festival is offering three exclusive events: Sip, Savor and Wager Wine Festival - Saturday, September 23; Craftober- fest Craft Beer Festival presented by Tri-Valley Beer Trail - Saturday, September 30; and New Mixology Craft-Cocktail Festival - Sunday, October 1. All events will be held inside the grandstand from 2PM – 5PM. Advance purchase tickets are on sale now for just $25 through September 3. After that, tickets will sell for $30 per person in advance and $40 at the door. All Access Passes for admission to all three events are also available for just $60 until September 3. Price includes unlimited sampling, special commemorative glass, racing program and tip sheet. Tickets for all three events may be purchased online at http://racing.alamedacountyfair.com/ The Trackside Terrace offers premium seating and buffet dining on all race days. Reservations are now being accepted for corporate and private events at Fall Racing. Contact [email protected] Daily specials include free parking and $2 Hot Dogs on Thursday, plus Friday $2 Beers, Food Trucks and free parking on both Fridays. Visit http://racing.alamedacountyfair. com/ for more information.

Heat Officially Hit 109 Degrees; Scots Celebrated Anyway The Labor Day weekend heat wave kept many people indoors as the official temperature climbed as high as 109 degrees on Friday, Sept. 1, in the city of Livermore, and at the Livermore Airport, tying the record for that date set in 1952. The National Weather Service (NWS) takes the official outdoor temperature in the Valley at a special station at the Photo - Doug Jorgensen Livermore Airport, but also has one easterly, in the city. The annual Scottish Gathering and Games were held at However, the city temperature is published only when it ties the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. Despite or supersedes a previous record, said a NWS spokesperson. The temperature on Sept. 2 was 108, and 106 on Sept. temperatures over 110 degrees, the celebration went 3. The “big chill” arrived on Monday, Sept. 4, with a high on both Saturday and Sunday. Pipe bands competed of 88. as did Highland dancers. Historic re-enactments took What would have been the 36th annual Livermore Har- visitors back in time. vest Wine Celebration scheduled to be held at Las Positas College was cancelled ahead of time in anticipation of the extreme heat. Many wineries chose to keep their tasting rooms open. The next big event for the Winegrowers Association will Simple Loose Washers on Meters Bring be a wine tasting as part of the 21st Annual Airport Open House and Air Show Oct.7. Besides the flying and static plane displays, there will be vintage cars, music, and food. Higher Water Bills in Pleasanton One event that did go on was the 152nd Annual Scot- tish Highland Gathering and Games Sept. 1 and 2 at the Rolling out a new, sophisticated water meter that will customers the ability to check their consumption on a web Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. allow 22,500 Pleasanton water customers to check on-line site, that should help save them water usage and money. Floyd Busby, promotion chairman of the event, had no and see how much water they are using has run into a few The meter connection problem affected about one-half of exact attendance figures yet, but said that the heat reduced bugs that led to some sticker shock among water-bill payers 1 percent of the water customers, said Oliver. That would attendance by about 50% to 75% compared to figures last in Pleasanton. amount to several hundred water users. year. Predictions of high temperatures and smoggy weather Pleasanton is installing new water meters, but found Linda Kelly, of the Citizens for Sensitive Water Rates, because of smoke blowing from wildfires in the Central that there were problems, because a washer in a connector said that she has met with Olive several times, and likes the Valley influenced people to stay indoors, said Busby. malfunctioned in some instances. The manufacturer not only way the city is opening communication about the metering However, on Sunday, it was a little cooler and the acknowledged it, but helped the city find the locations of problem. air quality was better. Busby said that the crowd for the failures, and will pick up the bill for fixing the failures, said Kelly said she and others also learned about the city’s games at the fair racetrack was bigger on Sunday than on Assistant Director of Operations Leonard Olive. irrigation specialist, a staff member who visits people to the previous day. Locations with higher water bills, turned out to be ad- check their irrigation systems, to make sure it is function- A big attraction was Scottish movie actor Graham dresses with much higher consumption. However, the bills ing properly, and offers suggestions about more efficient McTavish, who has appeared in many films, including the were much higher than anticipated. Customers asked the city watering. The service is free. Outlander television series. People stood in line for an hour what was going on, and were told about the leaks. Olive said that implementing the new meter program to get McTavish’s autograph and take selfie shots with him. The city will give a financial credit on a future bill to has been slow, because the city’s regular computer software McTavish spent a total of five hours over the two days any homeowner who was billed for water that turned out vendor did not want to integrate the meter system into the signing autographs and chatting with people, said Busby. to have included leaks. The city will set up an application remainder of the city’s software. The city hired a third party “He likes the event, and would like to come back next form for reimbursement. to do the work,. year, if his schedule permits. We’d like to have him back,” Olive said that water leaks may not be the only reason Although the need to change to a different vendor slowed said Busby. for higher bills. The summer has been much hotter, and many down implementation of the new meters, Olive expects it Busby said the chief of the sponsoring Caledonian Club people used much more water this year. Once the city gives will be ready in another 90 days. Meanwhile, the replace- of San Francisco, Charles McKinven, told him the games ment program is being piloted with 100 of the city’s water indeed would go on, despite the heat. “He said, ‘I don’t want customers. to be the chief who called off the games.’” MAILBOX

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The Pleasanton Rage 2004 Premier Team won the Riptide Summer Classic tournament championship. The team traveled to San Diego braving the long trip and heat. They were undefeated; the defense was unstoppable, with 4 consecutive shut outs. The team coached by Luis Siu consists of Aparna Krishnan, Ashley Heck, Aubrie Asbery, Bella DeFranco, Ella Piergrossi, Emma Harbourne, Gabbie Fiorella, Kaitlyn Lemus, Karina Mendoza, Katelyn Tagalog, Kathryn Pearson, Kayla Robertson, Kelly Queen, Mia Perales-Miranda, Pippa Hodgins, Samantha Lim, Sophia Fraher and Sophia Marcoux.

Photo - Doug Jorgensen The Livermore High School varsity football team was as hot as the weather, using strong offense and defense to record a 48 to 6 non-conference win over Washington of Fremont.

Miranda Heckman, 16 years old and a member of the Pleasanton Seahawks Swim Team Elite Group, just Race to the Flagpole Date Set returned home after representing the United States of America in the Fina World Junior Championships held The Livermore-Granada Boosters will host the 8th An- Aug. 23-28th in Indianapolis, IN. Heckman was part of the nual “Race to the Flagpole” on Saturday, November 11, 4x200 Free Relay which took 4th place. She also swam 2017. The event offers several distances including a 5K the 400 Free in 4:24.91 earning a 26th place finish. The run/walk, 10K run, and one-mile fun run. All events start at Independence Park and go through Livermore’s scenic USA World Junior Championship Team, (for females) is Sycamore Grove Park. These events are open to all ages and made up of the top two swimmers in each event from abilities. They encourage awareness and appreciation for the 2017 National Championships (not on the World fitness, as well as community pride. This year the opening Championship Team) and born between 2000-2003. ceremonies will include the VFW Color Guard. All race proceeds support the Livermore-Granada Boost- ers scholarship program. For 68 years, the Boosters have honored varsity scholar athletes from both high schools at their annual May awards banquet. Substantial scholarships are awarded to young men and young women who exem- plify athletic excellence and high academic achievement. The Boosters believe students who excel in academics, athletics, and community service become exemplary civic or to register, visit www.livermoregranadaboosters.org. leaders. Since 1958, the Boosters have awarded more than or contact Mike Nagel, Race Director, at 925-667-6535 or $270,000 in scholarships. [email protected]. Race-day registration begins at 6:45a.m. at Independence Fusion Soccer The team fell to a very tough Park, 2798 Holmes Street in Livermore. The 10K will start Livermore Fusion U9 Girls Select Mustang Elite squad in the semifinals. at 8:45am and 5K at 9:00 am. The one-mile fun run begins Copper travelled to San Ramon during Sarah Meyer scored for Fusion, goal- at 10:15 am. Pre-registration entry fees for the 5K are $35, the August 26-27 weekend to partici- keepers Kendal Coates and Makenna pate in the San Ramon FC Soccerfest Loder made several saves, and Mia the 10K $40 per runner. Group/family discounts are avail- Tournament. The team won two of Boyd, Audrina Marie Johnson and able for four or more runners. The one-mile fun run entry three games and finished in third place. Christina Vasquez played well in The girls eked out a 1-0 win in the field. fee is $10. On race day, all registration entry fees will be the opening match. Audrina Marie an additional $10. Johnson scored Fusion's only goal. A CYO Basketball Every race participant receives a commemorative T-shirt, strong defense led by goalie Kendall St. Michael/St. Charles (SMSC) Coates (5 saves in second half) kept CYO Basketball Season is starting in medal, and post race refreshments. The awards ceremony a clean sheet, and Anastasia Lee was late October. Registration is open now. honors the top finishers in each race, school participation, superb at sweeper. In recent years, teams have been lim- and a tribute to our veterans. All schools in Livermore may In the second match, living up to ited and kids turned away. To register, its "Sonic Boom" nickname, the team visit www.smsccyo.org compete for the top participation award. The school with the exploded for 6 goals. Audrina Marie All boys and girls in 1st through most participants receives a $250 cash donation. Johnson and Sarah Meyer led the offen- 8th grades are welcome to register. A sive attack with two goals apiece, while late fee of $25 applies after 9/1/2017. For more information, for sponsorship opportunities, Kendall Coates and Makenna Loder Questions can be answered on the each scored once. Isabella Smahlik website in the FAQ section. Additional and Christina Vasquez shared GK questions can be sent to smsc.cyo. duties and helped limit the opponents [email protected] to only 1 goal.

Maxime Rooney, age 19, qualified and competed for the 7th Annual Fall USA at the World University Games held August 20-27th in Taoyuan City, Chinese Taipei. Rooney a member of the Coin Show Pleasanton Seahawks USA Competitive Swim Club and swimming in college for the University of Florida qualified SEPT 10, 2017 for the event by being one of the fastest two university 10:00am - 4:00pm aged swimmers in an event (and not on the USA World free admission championship team). Rooney helped the USA capture free appraisals Gold in 2 events and Silver in another. Rooney led off the 4x100m Free Relay, the team finished in 3:14.01 to elk’s lodge take the Gold Medal a head of Italy and Russia. The USA 940 Larkspur Drive, Livermore 4x100m Medley Relay also took Gold, where Rooney was the anchor leg in the prelim heat. In the 4x200m Relay, Rooney swam the fastest leg for the US team in 1:47.36, Fusion SC U9 Girls the team took the Silver medal in 7:12.19. Rooney also Select Copper took 3rd swam the 100m Free taking 5th place (49.16) and the place in the Soccerfest 200m Free taking 10th place (1:48.86). Tournament.

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FD#1810 Photo by Francine Truscello 8 The Independent • September 7, 2017 AAUW Welcome Luncheon Planned The American Associa- field, Wendy Ping, Anita versity. She is a former Tech ation Leader and Marketing tion of University Women Massey and Carol Kinnard Trek participant. Cassandra Coordinator for the city of Livermore-Pleasanton-Dub- participated in camp related is working with Engineers Pleasanton. The UCB Hon- lin Branch will host a Wel- activities. The girls were Without Borders to build a ors Program has granted her come Luncheon celebrating nominated by their science, solar powered energy system a year-long research project. its 65th Anniversary. It is math, and technology teach- to be used in Ethiopia. Jennifer Sarkany re- open to current and prospec- ers; and each girl received Lauren Caldwell is at ceived the Branch’s 2017 tive members from 12:00 a $900 scholarship, funds Colorado State University Las Positas College Tribute noon to 3:00 p.m. on Satur- for which were raised by in the Department of Edu- to Excellence Award. She is day, September 16, at Lyn- the Branch. Through the ef- cation with a Biology Con- an excellent student who is newood United Methodist forts of Branch member Dot centration. She believes in active in student government Church, 4444 Black Avenue, Bishop, Tech Trek received a actively helping others and and served as an officer in Pleasanton. $3,600 grant from the Law- has volunteered as a teacher two honor societies. Jen- There will be an op- rence Livermore National at a horseback riding therapy nifer raised $2,000 to buy portunity to hear stories Security Community Gift center as well as with other medications and volunteered from the nine seventh and Program. therapies for special needs her time one summer at eighth grade girls from local The L-P-D Branch also children in the community. a clinic in Honduras. She schools who were sponsored raised funds to give col- She wants to be a Biology plans to transfer to a four by the Branch to attend a lege scholarships to three teacher and open curious year college with the goal of week-long Tech Trek Camp local women with junior or minds. becoming a doctor. this summer at Stanford senior standing in college. Britney Cooper is en- For further information University. During the week, This year the recipients were rolled at U.C. Berkeley ma- about the Welcoming Lun- they experienced hands-on Cassandra Stanley, Lauren joring in Rhetoric with a cheon, call 925-426-1055. science, career inspiration, Caldwell, and Britney Coo- long-term goal of becoming To find out more about the and fun while exploring per. Britney will be speaking a university professor. She L-P-D Branch and its ac- Science, Engineering, Tech- at the Welcoming Luncheon. has volunteered at Valley tivities, go online to www. nology and Math activi- Cassandra Stanley is at- Humane Society in Pleas- aauw-lpd.org, or look it up ties. Branch members Karen tending Portland State Uni- anton and been a Recre- on Facebook (www.face- Cowan, Charlotte Grand- book.com/aauwlpd). A Hot and Harried Harvest Begins Tela Burshtain by Laura Ness the benefits of picking in Denise McKahn of McK- announced new hours for Can it get any hotter? the somewhat cooler tem- ahn Cellars says their first September at the tasting Let’s hope we don’t have to peratures of morning, as in fruit, Viognier from Sonoma, room on Research Drive. Talk on Refugee find out. While the official 3AM, became obvious to comes in on Thursday, fol- They’ll be open Saturdays Livermore Wine Harvest many. Phil Long of Longev- lowed by Amador Grenache until 7pm and Sundays until Celebration did not go on ity said they got their first for rosé on Saturday. They 6pm. Friday evenings will Populations Features as scheduled, for the first grapes in the wee hours of will be getting Livermore be “Fiesta Fridays,” from time in its long history, har- the morning on Septem- Petite Sirah from Casa de 4 - 7pm, with live music on vest most certainly did go ber 1, Chardonnay from Vinas and Mourvedre from these dates: September 8th - Former Refugee on, and at a frenetic pace. Buttner Vineyard. Accord- Rios Lovell hopefully later Fiesta Friday - Mark Clarin In the Livermore Valley, ing to Long, “Nothing in the this month. comes to play; September By Carol Graham Sauvignon Blanc came in world beats processing cold Rosie Fierro of Fierro 15th - Frankie Bones Trio is A talk, titled "Journey to the Promised Land" by Tela first, with Steven Mirassou grapes! Chances of spon- Cellars will pick her Char- in the house; September 22 - and Mark Clarin getting taneous fermentation are donnay on Thursday from Audrey Gomes and her side- Burshtain, will take place at Congregation Beth Emek on Tenuta. The 3 Steves will kick Tim Gomes (Dad) will Thursday, September 14. their first pick off Ghielmetti minimized, and the work- Block 10 on August 25. ers don’t get overheated… bring in their Del Arroyo perform and Smokin Hot "Concerns over refugee populations have surfaced in Some hesitated to pick It’s a win-win! ” Normally, Chardonnay early that morn- Meats N Treats will sizzle up recent news, sparking a variety of responses from fear to too soon, wanting better they get Pinot Grigio ahead ing as well. your evening; September 29 concern," said event coordinator Jennifer Amiel. "Tela’s flavors, but the heat drove of Chardonnay, but the heat From Kelly Volpatti - Meshach is back and so is story, and the stories of refugees like her, are vital to un- others to go for it before the drives certain varieties to of Leisure Lane, we learn Smokin Hot Meats N Treats; derstanding and empathizing with these fragile populations. grapes dehydrated further. ripeness more rapidly, de- that they are once again and Saturday, September Without the personal accounts of their lives, many of us will The heat also drove sugar pending on the location and sourcing some grapes from 30th, 3 - 6pm - The party only understand refugees through news clips from thousands spikes in the fruit, as one condition of the vineyard. what are becoming familiar goes on, as does harvest. of miles away." would expect, especially The cancellation of places, including Barbera Chris LeBel will provide with such great intensity and Harvest Celebration due from Cooper Vineyard in the soundtrack. Come early All are welcome to attend the 7:30 p.m. talk at Con- Amador County, along with and watch the crush. The gregation Beth Emek, located at 3400 Nevada Court in duration. Many vineyards to excessive heat warnings chose to put water on the made the news everywhere, Alicante Bouchet and Zin- tasting room is open at noon. Pleasanton. vines, to help them manage receiving considerable air- fandel. They are also sourc- Grab some serious BBQ "We expect great interest in Tela’s talk ─ perhaps 150 through the multi-day des- play on the radio and TV. ing some Chenin Blanc and fron Smokin Hot Meats N attendees. A $10 donation is suggested," said Amiel. "I sicating heat wave. I caught Steve Ziganti on Tannat from Clarksburg. As Treats, too. believe people will find that Tela’s experience, while specific Steve Burman reported KCBS Channel 5 on Satur- for Livermore Valley fruit, The 3 Steves invite all to to her personal account as a child refugee, reveals a broader that the 3 Steves processed day morning saying that they they are getting Merlot from view the last movie night of point of view about the experiences of refugee populations." Ghielmetti Sauv Blanc in were night picking to bring Wood Family, Syrah from the year, on September 15. Burshtain's story began in Ethiopia in 1975. Nine years the early morning from both in cold fruit and to avoid the Dante Robere and Cabernet The Karen Bartholomew later, she set out on a journey to Israel under Operation Blocks 8 and 10, on Tuesday, workers getting heat stroke. from 3 Steves. Team at Summit Funding August 29. All things consid- The next clip showed the Someday, perhaps next presents, Sing! Doors open Moses, the covert evacuation of Ethiopian Jews from Su- year, if all things line up in at 7pm. The movie starts at dan during a civil war that caused horrendous famine. The ered, it was pretty decent, but staff at Garre entertaining the fruit had dropped a wee guests who were enjoying their favor, Leisure Lane sunset. In addition to their high-risk operation was a cooperative effort between the bit more acid than he wanted. wine in their cool tasting will relocate to a sweet great adult BBQ, they'll have Israel Defense Forces, the Central Intelligence Agency, the Their glycol cooling system room. They were quick to 5-acre parcel on Tesla Road, some fun meals for the kids United States embassy in Khartoum, and Sudanese state had a compressor failure, point out that for weddings just before Cross Road. It’ll including hot dog meals with security forces. just before harvest kicked and other events, they have be nice to add to the “Far cookies and mac 'n cheese. "I went with my grandfather, extended family, and off – what timing! But the ample indoor space to deal Out Tesla” tasting experi- All you need to do is bring other Jewish families. Both of my parents stayed behind in problem was manageable, with Mother Nature’s seem- ence, now that Richard and along a blanket or folding Ethiopia," Burshtain said. "After three weeks on the road as it is a redundant cooling ingly more frequent hot Candice Dixon have sold chair so you can enjoy the ─ surviving hunger, sickness and bandits which caused the system and they were fortu- flashes. With the intense Les Chenes and moved on to movie. Park in the rear of nate to have a replacement heat, some wineries chose their next life chapter. the winery and help keep the lost lives of many fellow Jewish and family members ─ we Looking for a place to driveway clear. arrived in the hostile country of Sudan. We lived there for al- compressor arrive quickly. to close their tasting rooms, Burman says he really while others offered cool watch harvest in action, Then, on Sunday, Sept most a year, until finally it was our turn to take the overnight wants to do a reality TV solace for those braving the without risk of being handed 24, it’s a Culinary Angels flight to Israel in a very secretive operation. The flight was show about harvest in the elements. a pitchfork or otherwise fundraiser at 3 Steves, from in enemy territory, and could endanger the whole operation Livermore Valley to capture Meredith Sarboraria of being pressed into service? 11:30 to 4:30pm. Culinary if the locals knew what was going on under their noses." all the fun moments and Barrel Down Services, who Wood Family offers the Angels is a volunteer driven Her parents wouldn't be able to join her until 1991. interactions that go on be- is consulting with Crooked perfect vantage point from organization that cooks and "I was in a boarding school until I graduated high school, hind the scenes. He says the Vine/Stony Ridge, says the which to observe the antics delivers free highly nu- and joined the army in 1994," Burshtain said. "In the Israel conversations are priceless. conditions certainly haven’t and activities of harvest, as tritious dinners to cancer Defense Forces, I first served as a youth counselor, then Maybe next year? been ideal for harvest. She they have four windows in patients in Livermore, Pleas- Meanwhile, it’s full speed has already processed Mal- the new tasting room that anton and Dublin. moved on to officer training courses, and later oversaw a look in on the warehouse There is no charge for program that provided education for soldiers from under- ahead with experimentation. vasia Bianca for sparkling, This year, he has a new barrel Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, where crush will be hap- this event, but a portion of privileged backgrounds while helping them integrate in the from their favorite cooper, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir, pening in air-conditioned the proceeds will benefit army system." called a Russian Blonde, in and is expecting Chardon- comfort. It’s the place to be this charity. Posada South- Burshtain went on to study communications in college, which they are going to age nay this week. She’s hoping when the heat is on! Harvest western Cuisine will offer working as a flight attendant for EL AL Israel Airline, where 59 gallons of Sauv Blanc. to hold off on the Merlot will no doubt be ongoing food for sale. There will be she met her husband, Maor. In early 2003, she became the This will give them a chance until next week. Both the throughout September and live music from Meredith first Ethiopian TV news reporter, then two years later relo- to see if they like it by itself Malvasia and Viognier were October. McHenry, from 11:30 until cated with Maor to California. in that barrel or whether it is machine-picked, which is Wood Family has also 2pm. Today, the couple live with their three sons, aged 4 to 14, best combined with the rest actually a big advantage. She in Danville where Burshtain owns Tela iDesign, a home- of the juice. notes that the machine pre- staging business. 3 Steves got their Pinot sorts and destems the fruit, Grigio from Buttner in and reducing the time needed to "Tela was able to rise from the most difficult circum- expected the Chardonnay hand sort on the crushpad. stances to lead a successful and happy life with a family and quite soon. Said Burman, While many are in the a wonderful career," said Amiel, chair of Congregation Beth “This heat is going to be like throes of harvest, others are Live Music Every Sunday! Emek's Israel & World Jewry Committee. "Tela has a bright, 2015. All the fruit is going to waiting. Chris Sorensen of Gorgeous Grounds Available warm spirit and the ability to make a new acquaintance feel come in at the same time. I Caddis says he’s waiting for For Weddings & Events like an old friend. She speaks candidly about her childhood suspect I'll have some friends the grapes to rehydrate in as a refugee, not complaining about the terrible experiences asking me for tank space like order to check sugars. He’ll Fine Wines Made From Our Own California she endured but noting that they are now part of who she is McGrail provided for us a be bringing in fruit from Certified Organic Grapes and how they shaped her as a person." couple harvest ago. It will be Mendocino to make rosé, 1356 S. Livermore Ave, CA | (925) 447-8941 The talk is cosponsored by the Contra Costa Jewish challenging, and fun.” and some Sonoma Zin, in John Kinney of Occasio addition to his Livermore Hours: 12-4:30pm; Closed Wed Community Center and Diablo Valley Hadassah. 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Herbert X. Di Grazia Midwest. He and Jodie loved to others for legal advice, Marine as well as his life in moral, and a happy ending. School, and graduated from May 12, 1926 – Aug. 24, 2017 the many summers spent support, or just a friendly Livermore. He was a friend His most prolific expression Livermore High School Resident of Livermore at their cabin in the Colo- chat. to all and was loved by of the arts was the beautiful in 1969, further attending Son of the late Enzo and rado Rockies. Don and Jodie Celeste leaves behind those who were privileged music he composed and college at Modesto Junior Margaret Di Grazia of San moved in 2013 to Stoneridge her beloved spouse, Deb to sit and listen to his stories played on the piano. His mu- College and graduating from Francisco. Loving husband Creek, a retirement commu- Glover, a daughter, Jolan which stretched over many sic has brought joy to many Cal Poly San Luis Obispo of 62 years of Barbara Jean nity in Pleasanton. and son, Samuel Glover. decades providing a glimpse people throughout the years. in 1974. He is survived by (née Valli), beloved father of A celebration of life was She is survived by her sis- of what growing up in Liver- He could take a single note his wife of 41 years, Carla, Karen held at the First Presbyte- ter, Cindy (John) Thayer of more was like. and expand and improvise his three children, Bryan Rossi rian Church Livermore on Fremont, 2 brothers, Bruce A Mass of Christian around that note for hours. Fagundes of Livermore, (Leon- Wednesday, September 6th, (Jamie) Wheeler of Liver- Burial will be held at St. He played for hours each day Kymberly (& Dustin) Skiles ard) of at 2:00 pm. more, Lance Wheeler of Michael's Church on Friday, since his retirement. of Springville and Joseph Castro Kingman AZ and an aunt, September 15th, at 11am His life was one filled Fagundes of Livermore, Val- Patricia Ruth Charrier- Jeanne Houlis of San Luis followed by burial at St. Mi- with service. For his occupa- and grandchildren Tyler ley and Obispo. She is also survived chael's Cemetery. Donations tion he served his country, Skiles and Maverick Skiles Donna Densem (née Regan) Walnut Creek resident by 2 nieces, 5 nephews and may be made to the charity but even in his off-time of Springville, and many of Cla- 4 great nephews and nieces. of your choice. he served those around other relatives and friends. remont, Patricia Densem passed away on August 25, 2017 Celeste was preceded in Callaghan Mortuary is him. Jim was elected to the David enjoyed his life CA. death by her parents Douglas honored to be serving the Livermore Valley Joint Uni- work as a salesman, assist- Adored from complications related to long-term illness. and Lois Wheeler. Scullion family. An online fied School District, Board ing hundreds of customers grandfather of Janet Rossi Celeste, whose giv- at El Camino Crop Supply, Born March 15, 1945 in guestbook is available for of Education in 1973 and of Washington, D.C. ing and gentle nature was United Ag Products, United Shoemaker (WWII naval condolences at www.cal- served there for nine years. A WWII veteran, UC boundless, will be sorely laghanmortuary.com He also served his Heavenly Horticultural Supply, Ho- hospital in what is now Berkeley alumnus, and retir- missed by all those who Father. In a letter to his fam- rizon, & Crop Production known as Camp Parks, Dub- ee of the Lawrence Berkeley knew her. A celebration of James Thad Davis ily he wrote that he tried to Services. David’s other and Livermore Labs for 37 lin), Patricia was raised life will be held on Octo- Dec. 7, 1935 - Sept. 3, 2017 follow the admonition of Je- pride and joy, besides his years. An active member of in Livermore in the com- ber 14, 2017 at 6:30 in the James Thad Davis passed sus Christ when he said, “As family, was his 30 year in- St. Michael Catholic Church pany of extended family. She evening at the Franklin & away peacefully Sunday, I have loved you, love one volvement in the Livermore for 62 years, serving in a graduated from Livermore Downs Funeral Home. 1050 September 3, 2017 in Walnut another.” He not only fol- Stockmen’s Rodeo Associa- wide variety of ministries, High School. Soon after, McHenry Avenue, Modesto. Creek lowed that teaching, he ex- tion, where he served as a not the least of which was her ambitions led her to life Callaghan Mortuary is sur- emplified it. He was active in Director on the LSRA board keeping the church bells in San Francisco. There her honored to be serving the round- The Church of Jesus Christ for 20 years, and 2 years as ringing! interests in classical music, Wheeler family. An online ed by of Latter-day Saints for most President, as well as mem- Yosemite was one of theatre, and the arts in gen- guestbook is available for fam- of his life. He served as a ber of the Native Sons of Herb’s favorite places. He eral, flourished. She enjoyed condolences at www.cal- ily. Jim Scoutmaster, Young Men’s the Golden West. He also instilled the love of nature a successful career, rising to laghanmortuary.com was President, Seminary teacher, enjoyed his arts and crafts to his family and to the boys Vice President before retir- wel- and Stake Missionary. He hobbies in leather-making of BSA Troop #42, SF, with ing from Bank of America. Donald “Scully” comed served as a Bishop or in where he made beverage many outings throughout into Bishoprics for over five cozies, coasters, belts, book the years. A devoted wife and mother, Scullion Patricia later called the East Livermore native son, this life years and as a Stake High covers, and other crafts, as The family wishes to ac- on De- Council member for over well as his woodwork with knowledge the staff of Kai- Bay home and took pleasure Donald “Scully” Scullion, in beautiful environments, passed away peacefully on cember 18 years. Jim and Jane also shadow box production, ser Hospital, Walnut Creek, restoring his classic 1969 Carmel and the Monterey August 7, 2017, in his home 7, 1935 served as full-time mission- 3 North for their wonderful Ford Bronco, and reading Peninsula being particular surrounded by loved ones. in Salt aries in the Dover, Delaware and loving care. A very Mission where they digi- about western US heritage favorites. Don was born on April 17, Lake City, Utah by Roderick special thanks to Herb’s and Margaret (Paramore) tally recorded thousands of and visiting old abandoned doctors, Scot Hagey, M.D., Patricia is survived by 1924, to James Davis, and his brother Fred. records for genealogical western towns, including Kim Hoang Le, M.D., and her husband of 34 years His sister Diane (Gridley, purposes and touched the the town of Bodie in Mono Charles Wang, M.D., and John A.W. Densem and son and Kath- CA) would join the family hearts of many in the areas County. to Alfie Zuckerman, R.N., Alexander Charrier. She later. His mom, dad, and where they served. In 2002, David received who has been Herb’s Home will be remembered fondly erine Scul- brother were also waiting to He was the leader of a kidney transplant at UCSF Health Case Manager. as “Patsy,” by her surviving welcome him to his heav- a large loving family and Medical Center, with a do- Family and friends are lion. brothers and sisters: John He at- enly home this week. was a Patriarch to them in nation from his wife Carla invited to attend a recitation E., Richard, and Timothy He grew up in Walnut every sense of the word. If benefitting another with her of the Rosary at 10 a.m., and tended Regan, and Nancy Huffman St. Mi- Creek where he was a star you asked any of the chil- blood type. David receiving Mass of Christian Burial im- and Mary Regan. Parents athlete at Mount Diablo dren, grandchildren, or great a kidney from a close rela- mediately following, on Sat- chael's John and Ruth Regan pre- School, High School, eventually grandchildren, they would tive of the receiver of Carla’s urday, Sept. 9, 2017, at St. cede her death. being inducted into their tell you of the unique and kidney, marking the first or- Michael Catholic Church, Liver- In accordance with Pa- Sports Hall of Fame. It was special relationship they had gan donor swap in transplant 458 Maple St., Livermore, more High School, and the tricia’s wishes, memorial California College of Arts during his high school years with their Dad or Grandpa history at UCSF and medical CA. he met and fell in love with Davis. Each of them were his centers regionally. In lieu of flowers, the services were immediate and Crafts. family only and memorial He was a proud veteran his best friend and eternal Princess or Pal. He made ev- A Celebration of Da- family requests donations companion, Caroline Jane eryone with whom he came vid’s Life will be held on to St. Michael Church; the gifts may be made to the of the United States Ma- charity of giver’s choice. rine Corps, enlisting the Quittner. After winning her in contact, feel as though Saturday, September 30, Boy Scouts of America, SF heart from a rival suitor, they they held his whole heart. In 2017 at 11am inside the Bay Area Council; Yosemite day after Pearl Harbor. He served honorably in World were married on June 15, reality, this honor belonged Livermore Rodeo Grounds, Conservancy; the American James Luther Downes 3000 Robertson Park Rd, in Aug. 31, 1952 – Aug. 28, 2017 War II, and fought in the 1957 and have spent more to his Sweetie, Jane. Al- Cancer Society; or a charity than 60 years together build- though he has passed from Livermore. Donations may of one’s choice. Resident of Pleasanton battles of Guadalcanal and James lived and worked Peleliu. After the war, he ing wonderful memories. this mortal life, Jim would be made in the name of Da- Holy Angels FD1974 - Jim graduated with a want all of us who are left vid Fagundes to the National (925) 455-9696 in Pleasanton for most of his sailed extensively with the life. He will be missed by Merchant Marines, includ- degree in Mechanical En- behind to let the foundation Fabry Disease Foundation, his family and friends. All ing a memorable “around gineering from Cal Poly of his faith in God’s Plan of fabrydisease.org, the Kidney Donald W. Martin are invited to the graveside the world” trip on the SS San Luis Obispo. Upon Happiness comfort and reas- Transplant Unit at UCSF, or Donald W. Martin passed services at St. Michael Cem- President Cleveland. graduation, they moved to sure us because families can St. Jude Children’s Research away at the age of 91 on Au- etery, 3885 East Avenue, A talented and profes- Livermore where he would be together forever. Jim is Hospital. gust 24th, 2017 at his home Livermore, CA on Thursday, sional sign painter, Don was start his decorated career at survived by his loving wife in Pleasanton. He leaves September 7, 2017 at 10 a.m. the owner of “Scully Signs” the Lawrence Livermore Jane Davis of Livermore, his Juanita June Quinlan his wife of 69 years, Joyce In lieu of flowers, the in Livermore for many Laboratory. While at the children; Dan Davis of San Livermore resident (Jodie) family requests that a tribute years, leaving his mark on Lab, he led many projects Jose, Debbie (Ted) Johnson Juanita June Quinlan Mar- donation be made in James’ Livermore with signs that which were instrumental in of Las Vegas, Cindy (Craig) passed away on August 20, tin, his honor to the Alzheimer’s As- can still be seen today. Don the defense of the country. Harmer of San Jose, and Jim 2017. She was born on June sons sociation, 225 N. Michigan was the original painter for After ten years, he was re- (Lori) Davis of Highland, 22, 1934 in George, Iowa. Jeffrey Ave. Fl. 17, Chicago, IL the well-known Livermore cruited over to the National Utah, 18 Grandchildren, and She grew up on a farm in and 60601 or online at Alz.org Rodeo Cowboy that is dis- Nuclear Commission which 16 Great Grandchildren. George, Iowa where her wife Holy Angels FD 1974 - played next to the freeway would later become part of Jim will be interred at fam- W a i (925) 455-9696 every year and many of the the Department of Energy Oakmont Cemetery in Wal- ily grew Lan, Livermore Rodeo's chute (DOE). For the next 34 years nut Creek. A memorial ser- corn Rick signs that are still in use to- Jim served as a leader in the vice in his honor will be held and and his Celeste Wheeler day. He later worked for the DOE and received numerous Saturday September 9th at soy- wife Celeste Wheeler, age 61, Livermore School District as accolades and awards, which 1:00 pm at the Church of beans, Carol, passed away on May 20, a painter until his retirement he promptly put in the back Jesus Christ of Latter-day and and 2017 in Modesto CA after and painted murals that can of a closet. He led teams who Saints at 1501 Hillcrest Ave raised Chris, valiantly fighting a year and still be seen at Sunset School were responsible for nuclear Livermore, CA. cattle, along half long battle with multiple and Livermore High School. safety around the world. pigs, with seven grandchildren myeloma cancer. Celeste He was also a member of the Twice he was asked to be the David Bryan Fagundes and and two great granddaugh- was born in Oakdale CA on Jaycees, Veterans of Foreign United States Secretary of Longtime Livermore area chick- ters. He is also survived by Sep- Wars, and Native Sons of the Energy, and twice he turned resident and rancher David ens. She his sister, Ruth Minter. He tem- Golden West. down the offer, citing the Fagundes entered into rest graduated from George High was preceded in death by ber Don is survived by his need to be with his family. on Monday August 21, 2017 School in 1951. She enlisted his brother Paul Martin and 27, wife of fifty-eight years, Jim’s mind was that of at the University of Califor- in the United States Air sister Mary Rehm. 1955. Madeline Genoni Scullion, a rigid engineer, but his nia San Force in 1953. She served Born October 23, 1925 in She and his two children Jim heart was one of a creative Fran- for two years in the United Grinnell, Iowa to Winifred grew Scullion of Hercules, Cali- artist. Jim found beauty in cisco States Air Force, in Texas and Everett Martin, he was up in fornia, Ann Scullion Fore- all things and in all people. Medi- and Colorado. Her main raised in Iowa, graduated Liver- man (Michael) of Liver- He loved art and his collec- cal assignment was in Denver, from high school in Fort more more, California, and the tion was only tempered by Center, Colorado working as an of- Dodge, and served in the and pride and joy of his life, his Jane’s insistence that the he was fice clerk processing orders Army Air Corps. He at- grad- granddaughter, Kennedy walls were full. He loved the 65. and payroll. While in the tended Grinnell College, uated from Granada High Foreman. He is also survived beauty of nature and took the Da- Air Force, she acquired the where he received a degree School. Celeste received by several nieces and neph- time to instill that love in his vid was nickname “Van” and she in English and Journalism. her undergraduate degree ews. Don was preceded in children, grandchildren, and born on October 16, 1951 in was known by that name He and Joyce (Jodie) Ogle from Humboldt CA State death by his parents and four great grandchildren. For 25 Oxnard to John and Marga- ever since. While in Denver, were married in 1948. University in Arcata in 1978. sisters, Eileen Michaels, years, Jim and Jane arranged ret Fagundes, and was raised Colorado, Van met Richard Don’s career in the con- She then went on to earn her Pauline Silva, Teddy Scul- for the family to spend time on his family ranch in North Quinlan, who was also serv- struction machinery busi- law degree in 1983 from lion, and Claire Scullion. together at the beach. He Livermore, attended school ing in the Air Force. They ness led him and Jodie to McGeorge School of Law In recent years Don's would spend his days in the at St Michael's Catholic (continued on page 10) homes throughout the Mid- in Sacramento. After passing passion was creating a col- water and his nights with his west. The family moved the BAR, Celeste worked lage of photos on the walls family gathered around his to Moraga in 1971, where in private practice for a of his workshop with pho- knee listening to the count- he pursued his passion for few years. She spent the re- tographs chronicling his less “true” stories he made A Non-Attorney writing by starting Martin mainder of her professional travels around the world up. From Peter Pelican to Communications, a small career working as a research Alternative attorney for the Superior as a Marine and Merchant Tommy Tick Tock, all his advertising agency. stories had adventure, a good Paralegal Services While in Moraga, he and Courts of Stanislaus and San Jodie were members of the Joaquin counties. • Divorce • Deeds Moraga Valley Presbyterian Celeste was a kind and • Probate • Living Trust Church. He volunteered his gentle person who gave time supporting the Contact tirelessly of herself. She CALL NOW! Care Center and Moraga was devoted to family and (925) 577-4736 Historical Society. Don was friends. She actively served an active member in SIR, and held many leadership www.atlasdp.com branch 146, a men’s retire- positions on the Sherwood ment group. Elementary and Somerset Atlas Document Don’s favorite pastimes Middle School PTC for the Preparation were writing, painting, and past 12 years. Celeste made Services sculpting, and golf. He was time to work at the polling 120 Spring St, PLS stations for the elections and I am not an attorney. I can only also an avid pilot, flying his provide self-help service was a lifelong blood donor. at your specific direction. Cessna 172 throughout the Reg Alameda County #96. She made herself available Charlotte R Hargrave LDA 10 The Independent • September 7, 2017 OBITUARIES HOUSING (continued from front page) (continued from page 9) married in Denver, Colorado Sylvia Jeanne Griggs ally take away any ability can’t use subjective judg- portunity Zones (WHOZ). ment would be required on November 6, 1954. After It is with sadness, that the for your local government ment in deciding how a Such zones would be created to approve a housing de- they were both discharged family of Sylvia (Richard) to do anything about hous- project would be carried out. by a local government, at its velopment conforming to from the Air Force, they Griggs, announce her passing.” On some of the bills, if Discretionary judgement own discretion. Creation of the specific plan within 60 settled in Bakersfield, Cali- ing on Saturday, September passed, you won’t have any gives more power to public such a WHOZ is not a man- days after the development fornia and built their first 2, 2017 at her home, with her input, said Thorne. officials to determine effects date by the state, but strictly application is considered home while Richard worked loving “If someone brings a on the environment, says the voluntary on the part of local complete. for the U.S. Post Office. family family housing unit forward, California code affecting government. However, once VALLEY PRESSURE Van and Richard also both by her and it meets the zoning CEQA. ) a zone was established, strict FOR HOUSING attended Bakersfield Com- side. requirements, and basic The League opposes the rules designed to speed up In the Valley, there has munity College on the GI Sylvia standards, it won’t even go bill, because of its impact on creation of workforce hous- been pressure for more Bill. While living in Ba- was 83 to the public for hearings,” local control, said League ing would apply. The overall workforce housing. Al- kersfield, Richard and Van years said Thorne. Communications Director effect of the new process though many see the Valley had three children. The post old. Thorne urged the council Eva Spiegel. would take away some of a as a bedroom for Silicon office transferred Richard Born chamber and TV audiences Sierra Club California local government’s discre- Valley, the Valley itself is to Livermore, California in Octo- to let legislators know how also opposes SB 35. Ex- tion, said Phillips. generating so many jobs, 1967, so the whole family ber 30, they feel about the legisla- ecutive Director Kathryn It’s true that EIRs for that it too, is a driver for moved to Livermore. After 1933 tion. Thorne said he already Phillips said that provi- each individual housing workforce housing, said moving to Livermore they in Taft, has spoken to Assembly- sions attached to the bill will project would be eliminated, Dale Kaye, CEO of In- had their fourth child. Van CA, Sylvia was the daughter member Catharine Baker weaken ”the ability of com- said Rhine, in explaining novation Tri-Valley, which lived in Livermore for 50 of the late Harold and Eloise and Sen. Steve Glazer, the munities to know what will why the League is support- promotes local businesses. years. (Dugas) Richard. Valley’s two legislators. be built in the community, ing SB 540. However, there “We’ve seen problems Van was a hardworking Sylvia enjoyed a very Thorne said, "They are on or have any influence on it, would be an overall EIR for for businesses, and also for and productive person. She successful career with the board and have concerns,” to ensure that environmental the zone, and a specific plan children of current residents, was very proud of her fam- Livermore Valley Joint Uni- though he did not specify impacts are mitigated or for the whole zone. Local trying to find housing here. ily and her four children. fied School District, begin- any bills. lessened.” governments would deal It’s empathetic to invite oth- She worked hard to take ning in 1969 as a cafeteria A major bill, SB 36, “We want to make sure, with environmental issues at ers into this Valley, and keep comes close to fitting if developers are putting in that point, said Rhine. up our economic vitality,” good care of her family and / playground supervisor, Thorne’s description of tak- a new housing complex, it The League not only said Kaye. home. She and Richard were progressing through the also foster parents to over ing away local input and won’t create any new air backs the bill, but brought it On the other hand, envi- positions of teacher’s aide, control over development. pollution. If it does, other to the bill’s author, Senator ronmental concerns are im- 100 foster children. They office clerk, and ultimately lovingly cared for them It was written by Sen. Scott actions could help mitigate Richard Roth (D-Riverside), portant, too. “We think cities retiring in 1993 as an execu- Weiner of San Francisco, it, such as providing better for his sponsorship, said should not have to give up until they were able to find tive secretary at the school a more permanent home. who has been concerned transit, or plug-in chargers Rhine. It represents a com- local control,” stated Kaye. district. She married Kyle in about a housing shortage in for plug-in autos. That’s the promise, put together after At the Livermore Valley Van also had many hob- 1955 and together they had his city. kind of thing that needs to failure of the governor’s “by Chamber of Commerce, bies. She enjoyed doing her seven children. The family SB 35 would pre-empt be reviewed when plans are right” housing agenda last CEO and President Dawn embroidery very much. She has been members of St. local land use authority by submitted,” said Phillips. year in the Legislature. Argula said that businesses has embroidered tablecloths, Michael’s Catholic Church making approvals of mul- ZONES WOULD Rhine said that by es- in the area, including LLNL, napkins, table runners, and since moving to Livermore tifamily developments that LACK PROJECT EIRS tablishing a WHOZ zone, find good candidates for pillowcases for all her chil- in 1959. Sylvia pursued meet certain criteria, a “min- Sierra Club California developers will know what their jobs from out of the dren and grandchildren. She many interests: she enjoyed isterial” action, says the also opposes SB 540, writ- the rules and conditions are, area. When those candidates has made many beautiful her volunteer work with the League of California Cities. ten by Sen. Richard Roth of and judge whether they want check the housing situation, pieces that everyone in the St. Vincent de Paul Finan- (A ministerial decision Riverside. The opposition to build workforce housing “the cost is unaffordable, or family proudly displays. cial Assistance Program, involves only the use of is based on changes that the there. they have to do a long com- Richard and Van also built ValleyCare Medical Center, fixed standards or objective bill would make in the EIR It would speed the pro- mute to find an affordable two homes in South Lake ValleyCare Auxiliary Ju- measurements. The public process for housing built cess greatly. Local govern- place,” said Argula. Tahoe, with the help of their nior Volunteers, Pleasanton official making the decision in Workforce Housing Op- children. Van had a full life Playhouse, and Bankhead and enjoyed many activities Theater in Livermore. She with her husband and fam- enjoyed many years of ball- ily. Van and Richard were room dancing with Kyle, season ticket holders for the attending the annual Oregon Oakland Raiders, the Oak- Shakespeare Festival in Ash- land A’s, and the Cal Bears land, singing in one of the for many years. They also St. Michael’s Church choirs, regularly visited museums and gardening. in San Francisco. Van’s Sylvia will be lovingly favorite museum was the remembered by her hus- Asian Art Museum in San band of 62 years and her 7 Try Our Mobile Edition! Francisco. Van and Richard children: Kerry Griggs of also attended many live Yerington, NV, Tia Volk- musical performances—ev- man of Surprise, AZ, Mi- erything from the Oakland chelle Courville of Paradise, Symphony, to Frank Sinatra, CA, Lynn Griggs (Michael Johnny Cash, and the Roll- Tower) of Canada, Renée ing Stones. They also loved (Charley) Russell of Phoe- to travel and took the family nix, AZ, Vince Griggs of on many camping trips and Phoenix, AZ, and Dominic road trips all over the United (Jennie) Griggs of Liver- States and Canada. more, CA; 13 grandchildren, Van was preceded in and 11 great-grandchildren; death by her parents, Oren 2 brothers, Tony Richard and Maybelle Van Iperen, of Sacramento, CA, and her husband Richard Quin- Bill Richard of Bakersfield, lan, and her son Marc Quin- CA; 2 brothers-in-law Larry lan; as well as her sisters Griggs of Fresno and Bob Carol Morkrid and Evelyn (Margie) Griggs of Fresno, Darr. She is survived by several cousins, and many three of her four children, nieces and nephews. Lori Rochin, Shawn Quin- Besides her parents, Syl- lan, and Shannon Hurtz; via was pre-deceased by her eight grandchildren, Krista, sister Mary Ann Richard, Read The Independent Candice, Chase, Ryan, Cory, her brother Jim Richard; Mia, Aiden, and Alyssa; one sisters-in-law Helen Rich- Anytime, Anywhere, Any Device! great grandson, Carter; and ard, Merna Richard, Shirley one brother, Ron Van Iperen; Joan Bryan, and Marjorie as well as many nieces, Griggs; and daughter-in-law nephews, and grand nieces Johanna Griggs. and nephews that were dear Arrangements have been to her, from throughout the entrusted to Holy Angels Fu- United States. She will be neral and Cremation Center, missed dearly. 3885 East Avenue, Liver- Services will be held at more, CA (925) 455-9696. Callaghan Mortuary, 3833 Services are pending. East Avenue, Livermore, on Wednesday, September 13, at 11:00am. Burial to follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery. www.independentnews.com

/s/: Anthony J. Podyma III, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Designs, 2222 2nd St, Suite Valley Common, Livermore, fictitious business name(s) on August 16, 2017. Expires FICTITIOUS BUSINESS LEGAL NOTICES General Partner NAME STATEMENT 2, Livermore, CA 94550, CA 94551 listed above: N/A August 16, 2022. NAME STATEMENT This statement was filed with FOR INFORMATION FILE NO. 534255 is hereby registered by the This business is conducted Signature of Registrants: The Independent Legal No. FILE NO. 534085 the County Clerk of Alameda ON PLACING LEGAL The following person(s) following owner(s): by an Individual /s/: DeVonne Fields, Owner 4189. Published August 31, The following person(s) on August 8, 2017. Expires NOTICES IN THE doing business as: Botts 1)Drew Pearson 2)Tanya The date on which the reg- This statement was filed with September 7, 14, 21, 2017. doing business as: Lena August 8, 2022. INDEPENDENT Creative, 318 N. Murrieta Starck, 618 Morgan Com- istrant first commenced to the County Clerk of Alameda FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Executive Search, 1571 De The Independent Legal No. Call 925-243-8000 Blvd, Livermore, CA 94551, mon, Livermore, CA 94551 transact business under the on August 7, 2017. Expires NAME STATEMENT Leon Way, Livermore, CA 4188. Published August 24, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS is hereby registered by the This business is conducted fictitious business name(s) August 7, 2022. FILE NO. 534385 94550, is hereby registered 31, September 7, 14, 2017. NAME STATEMENT following owner(s): by Married Couple listed above: N/A The Independent Legal No. The following person(s) do- by the following owner(s): FILE NO. 534044-45 Shelley Botts, 318 N. Mur- The date on which the reg- Signature of Registrants: 4187. Published August 24, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ing business as: LAM Con- Monika Nowak Binkney, The following person(s) do- rieta Blvd, Livermore, CA istrant first commenced to /s/: Leanne Blaine, Owner 31, September 7, 14, 2017. NAME STATEMENT sulting, 3194 Pawnee Way, 1571 De Leon Way, Liver- ing business as: 1)Gen 5 94551 transact business under the This statement was filed with FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 534387 Pleasanton, CA 94588, is more, CA 94550 Roof Systems 2)Cost U Less This business is conducted fictitious business name(s) the County Clerk of Alameda NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) do- hereby registered by the This business is conducted Roof Repair, 3163 Indepen- by an Individual listed above: September on August 14, 2017. Expires FILE NO. 534108 ing business as: Employer following owner(s): by an Individual dence Dr, Livermore, CA The date on which the reg- 6, 2012 August 14, 2022. The following person(s) Resources, 4900 Hopyard LaVonne Carlson, 3194 The date on which the reg- 94550, is hereby registered istrant first commenced to Signature of Registrants: The Independent Legal No. doing business as: ASAP Road, Suite 100, Pleasan- Pawnee Way, Pleasanton, istrant first commenced to by the following owner(s): transact business under the /s/: Drew Pearson, Owner 4186. Published August 24, Hauling, 2300 1st Street, ton, CA 94588, is hereby CA 94588 transact business under the Brett Moran, 2651 Shofield fictitious business name(s) This statement was filed with 31, September 7, 14, 2017. Livermore, CA 94551, is registered by the following This business is conducted fictitious business name(s) Court, Tracy, CA 95377 listed above: January 1, the County Clerk of Alameda FICTITIOUS BUSINESS hereby registered by the owner(s): by an Individual listed above: July 5, 2017 This business is conducted 2015 on August 15, 2017. Expires NAME STATEMENT following owner(s): North Development Corpo- The date on which the reg- Signature of Registrants: by an Individual Signature of Registrants: August 15, 2022. FILE NO. 534046 1)Anthony Podyma III, 752 ration, 4900 Hopyard Road, istrant first commenced to /s/: Monika Nowak Binkney, The date on which the reg- /s/: Shelley Botts, Owner The Independent Legal No. The following person(s) do- N. Livermore Ave #208, Suite 100, Pleasanton, CA transact business under the Founder istrant first commenced to This statement was filed with 4185. Published August 24, ing business as: Change of Livermore, CA 94551 2) 94588 fictitious business name(s) This statement was filed with transact business under the the County Clerk of Alameda 31, September 7, 14, 2017. Heart Boutique, 647 Main Ethan Texeira, 17257 Pat- This business is conducted listed above: August 2012 the County Clerk of Alameda fictitious business name(s) on August 14, 2017. Expires FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Street, Pleasanton, CA terson Pass Rd, Tracy, CA by a Corporation Signature of Registrants: on August 8, 2017. Expires listed above: N/A August 14, 2022. NAME STATEMENT 94566, is hereby registered 95377 The date on which the reg- /s/: LaVonne M. Carlson, August 8, 2022. Signature of Registrants: The Independent Legal No. FILE NO. 534263 by the following owner(s): This business is conducted istrant first commenced to Owner The Independent Legal No. /s/: Brett Moran 4184. Published August 17, The following person(s) do- DeVonne Fields, 463 Gen- by a General Partnership transact business under the This statement was filed with 4191. Published August 31, This statement was filed with 24, 31, September 7, 2017. ing business as: LMB Hair eral Lane, Tracy, CA 95377 The date on which the reg- fictitious business name(s) the County Clerk of Alameda September 7, 14, 21, 2017. listed above: July 12, 2012 the County Clerk of Alameda FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Design, 411 South L Street, This business is conducted istrant first commenced to on August 16, 2017. Expires FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Signature of Registrants: on August 7, 2017. Expires NAME STATEMENT Suite D, Livermore, CA by an Individual transact business under the August 16, 2022. NAME STATEMENT /s/: Michael F. Kelly, Presi- August 7, 2022. FILE NO. 534299 94550, is hereby registered The date on which the reg- fictitious business name(s) The Independent Legal No. FILE NO. 534683-84 dent The Independent Legal No. The following person(s) do- by the following owner(s): istrant first commenced to listed above: N/A 4190. Published August 31, The following person(s) do- This statement was filed with 4183. Published August 17, ing business as: B Inspired Leanne Blaine, 1499 Spring transact business under the Signature of Registrants: September 7, 14, 21, 2017. ing business as: 1)Crafts- 24, 31, September 7, 2017. the County Clerk of Alameda September 7, 2017 • The Independent 11

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Published September the decedent, you must status at www.cslb.ca.gov including race, color, religion, Craftsman Industrial Pack- 7, 14, 21, 28, 2017. file your claim with the Saturdays & Sundays - Kit- or (800)321-CSLB (2752). sex, handicap, familial status aging, Inc., 1468 Zephyr NOTICE OF PETITION TO court and mail a copy to tens at Dublin PetSmart, Unlicensed persons tak- or national origin. IVPC does Ave., Hayward, CA 94544 ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: the personal representa- 6960 Amador Plaza Rd. ing jobs less than $500 not knowingly accept any Cable Installers Wanted! This business is conducted DAVID MARK KOITMAA tive appointed by the court Hours: 11am to 3pm. must state in their adver- advertisements that are in by a Corporation Case No. RP17872849 within the later of either tisements that they are not violation of the law. 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Registration more details. gardening tips, visit www.arm- Nuclear Care Partners is ists will be on hand to explore can be directed to director@ required as space is limited. For more information on stronggarden.com and www. hosting a free Resource Work- diversity through drumming, pfctv.org. Visit ArmstrongGarden.com for Armstrong Garden Centers and armstronggrowers.com. shop to help former nuclear music and crafts. Artists include: and uranium workers living in Wawi Amasha, Mandjou Kone, Garden Events the Tri-Valley area access the Dandha of SambaDá, Nano Armstrong Garden Centers federal benefits they’ve earned Lenaud Loubayi. invites California gardeners of to compensate for exposure to There may be a few more all skill levels to its upcoming radiation and toxic chemicals surprise guest artists. special events and community during their work on behalf of Museum on Main Street classes. Each workshop will the United States’ defense. is located at 603 Main St., encourage attendees to nurture All former nuclear and urani- Pleasanton. their green thumbs with a wide um workers are invited to attend This program is made pos- range of topics to get ready for the Resource Workshop, free of sible by a grant from the City fall. An Armstrong Center can charge, which will include the of Pleasanton. be found at 7360 San Ramon following information: Rd., Dublin, • How to File or Refile a Partners for Change Activities: Saturday, Sep- FLOORCOVERINGS Successful EEOICPA Claim: The Unitarian Universalist tember 9 at 9:00 a.m. – Garden Learn why cases get denied and Church in Livermore (UUCiL) Basics – Armstrong’s team of how to file a successful Energy invites all members of the Tri experts will share how to de- Employees Occupational Ill- Valley community to a pre- termine soil type and sunlight to ness Compensation Program sentation and discussion about provide attendees helpful tips for Act (EEOICPA) claim with the Partners for Change (PFC), on success. Learn the importance Free Department of Labor (DOL). Sunday, September 10 at 12pm of mulching, planting, water- Bissell Commercial Vacuum • When to Ask About Home at the UUCiL church at 1893 ing and more. No registration Care. Vasco Road in Livermore. required for this free class. with Sonic Cleaning Technology– The workshop will take place Partners for Change is a Saturday, October 7 from on September 13 from 10 – 11 relatively new organization in 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Grill- a $349 value* a.m. at the Robert C. Livermore Livermore that works to help ing in the Garden – Enjoy a Senior Center in the Sycamore people who are struggling with free, old-fashioned hotdog and Room at 4444 East Avenue in poverty, and are highly moti- chips lunch at this fun fall event. Livermore. vated to work hard to improve Shop Armstrong’s store stocked Get this lightweight commercial vacuum For more information about their situation. Clients attend with colorful autumn décor and free with the purchase and installation of 500 the Resource Workshop or a 3-4 month weekly life skills outdoor furniture in the latest Nuclear Care Partners, call curriculum, during which time styles. Food will be served while square feet of carpet or flooring. Now through 925-983-5000. they analyze their situations and supplies last. learn how to address some of Saturday, October 14 at 9:00 September 30 at Conklin Bros in Dublin. Annual Applefest life’s challenges such as stress, a.m. – Cool Season Edibles – The annual Applefest will be relationships and trauma. At Attendees will find out which hosted by the Livermore Area the end of the curriculum they varieties are best to plant. No Recreation and Park District set short and long term personal registration required for this ranger staff from 1 to 4 p.m. on goals. They are then matched free class. Sun., Sept. 10. with 2-3 volunteer mentors who Saturday, October 21 at 9:00 It will take place at Raven- work alongside them to help a.m. – Pumpkin with Succulents swood Historic Site. Those at- them achieve their goals. Make & Take – Create a fun and tending will be able to explore This talk and discussion of- unique planter for any porch or the apple orchard and taste fers an opportunity to learn more patio using a carved pumpkin. antique apple varieties not found about this organization, which Registration and a $49 fee are Choose from our exten- in stores. Ongoing activities will in a short time has already made required. Visit ArmstrongGar- sive selection of carpet, an impact on poverty in our com- den.com for more details. be from 1 to 4 p.m., include cider hardwood, laminate, making (and drinking), “apple munity. Volunteers are used in Saturday, October 28 at slinkie” making, face-painting, a variety of ways, including as 9:00 a.m. – Kids Halloween luxury vinyl, tile, stone old-fashioned games and do- mentors and child care. Make & Take – Basic gardening and exotics. cent-led tours of the Victorian Any questions regarding the principles will be introduced estate. Special apple tasting and apple history talk with Ranger “Apple” Amy begins at 2 p.m. Conklin Bros Court location 680 There is no admission charge. Sierra Ln Dublin Blvd Ravenswood is located at 2647 and walking Sierra Ct distance to Arroyo Road, Livermore. Dublin Blvd PENDING Dougherty Participants may call 925- downtown. Dublin Sports Grounds 960-2400 for more information. Updated Hurry in. Offer ends Advance registration is required kitchen, wood 580 for some programs. flooring, September 30! newer HVAC. Free Family Day 3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1,192sf. Detached The Museum on Main and 2-Car garage Cheza Nami will host a free 1021 Peary Court, Livermore w/ workshop/ "Family day" on the Pleasanton Sunset East Neighborhood storage. 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'Soul Searching' Exhibition Opens at Harrington Gallery Part of 'A Taste of Africa' at the Firehouse Arts Center

In conjunction with A free public Opening She will add sculpture to taken to paint several large Cheza Nami Foundation’s Reception with the artists the exhibit. Heller uses her canvases depicting Afri- “Taste of Africa” festival, will be held on September fiber work to “reimagine cans in colorful costumes the Harrington Gallery at 14, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. the arts of other cultures, to and headwear, specifically the Firehouse Arts Center in Light refreshments will be explore states of mind." for this exhibition. Irma Pleasanton presents its next served. Guests are wel- Wawi Amasha is cur- has traveled extensively, major exhibition: “Soul come to come explore the rently a San Francisco backpacking and observing Searching: The Spirit of exhibit, and ask questions artist, originally from the people and places, docu- Africa and the Diaspora Ex- and chat with the artists village of Embu, Kenya. menting all through her pressed by Contemporary about their work. She paints colorful, folk- artwork and sketchbooks. by Susan Heller Bay Area Artists.” The inspiration for this inspired village scenes Nicole Dixon, another exhibit, notes Harrington that “honor the aspect of Oakland artist, has spent Gallery Director Julie Fin- African culture that revels time in the Kalahari as a egan, came from working in life and treasures all teacher, and believes educa- with Catherine Ndungu- things natural.” In addition tion and creative expression Case, director of the Cheza to painting, Wawi designs go hand-in-hand. She will Nami Foundation, in the unique attire that reflect be showing several pieces planning stages for their African heritage, color and from her “Transcendent “Taste of Africa” festival. pattern. Iconography” series. On her Says Finegan, “We Alice Beasley, a fabric approach to art: “There is thought it would be really artist from Oakland will be always something unseen: contribut- a life force in natural ing a 21’ objects—charcoal, paper, "It is hoped that this exhibit art quilt feathers, wood… in a tech- will be a celebration of the vir- entitled nological age an ancient “Blood human need for ritual and tues of global citizenship, and Line,” spiritual purpose in a secu- the beauty of diversity.” a major lar society, a power in those piece who are most marginalized that was by institutional oppres- nice to have works in the originally shown in 2016 sions.” gallery that would lend at the Textile Museum in YOUNG @ ART themselves to this cel- Washington, D.C. in an September 28, 4:30-5:45 ebration, so I invited five exhibition titled “Stories of pm - “Spirit of Africa.” artists whose work reflects Migration: Contemporary Students explore the exhibit the positive culture and Artists Interpret Diaspora.” to learn about the artwork customs of the people of The piece variously depicts depicting people, colors, Africa and the diaspora. It her ancestors and homeland and musical instruments of is hoped that this exhibit village, field hands picking Africa. Then move to the will be a celebration of the cotton, and family members art studio to create beautiful virtues of global citizen- in migration. Her website African masks and land- ship, and the beauty of is linked to a video of her scapes. $15 for residents, diversity.” discussing this piece and its $20 for non-residents. To The artists: Fiber artist features. register, visit Pleasanton- Susan Heller from Walnut Pleasanton resident Irma fun.com and select “School Creek invents African style Grant, originally from the Age”, and “The Arts”, then Roots and Fruits by Nicole Dixon masks and wall hangings. Netherlands, has under- (continued on page 6) 2 The Independent • September 7, 2017 James and the Giant Peach, Jr. at the Firehouse Livermore Heritage Guild’s In partnership with Bay and Sponge, in a place as Area Children’s The- remote as remote can be, 2017 Annual General atre (BACT), the City of above the White Cliffs of Pleasanton Civic Arts Stage Dover in jolly old England. Meeting and Dinner Set Company presents Roald Through a series of very Dahl’s children’s tale James interesting events, James The Livermore Heritage Guild will hold its 44th and the Giant Peach to open comes into possession of a Annual General Meeting, on Friday, September 15th the 2017-2018 season. The magic potion that grows a at 6:30 P.M. at the Duarte Garage, L Street and Por- adventure-filled musical tremendous peach bigger tola. theater production features than his house. His curios- This year’s dinner will be on Saturday, September songs written by the Os- ity launches him on a jour- 16th. It will feature BBQ Steak and Flaca’s Salsa, car®, Golden Globe®, and ney of equally enormous Guacamole and Chips from the renowned provider Tony Award®- winning duo proportions as his Giant of popular Mexican food available at local Farmer’s Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. Peach rolls, floats, and soars length children’s novel Sidney Speigel (Choreog- Markets. Fine Livermore Valley Wines featuring Oc- BACT’s Education around the globe. James’ was first published in 1961 rapher), Kat Pruyn (Stage casio, Concannon and Wente will be served along with Director Annie Clark, travelling cohorts include to glowing reviews and and Production Manager), Brooke Jennings (Costume Altamont Beer Works beer. Tickets are available at the states, “We chose this show a collection of larger-than- marked the beginning of Livermore Heritage Guild, Livermore History Center, because of the toe tapping, life singing insects that ride Designer), Cassie Barnes British author Roald Dahl’s 2155 Third Street, 925-449-9927, for $25.00 and on can't help but sing along, along, instigating plenty of prolific career as a chil- (Lighting Designer), and heart-warming music of the laughs and mayhem along dren's author. Spencer Richardson (Set line at the Livermore Heritage Guild’s website. Tony Award winning team the way. In 1996 the animated Designer). The Business Meeting agenda will include an of Pasek & Paul, as well The actors range from 9 film of the same name Shows run September election of two officers, a presentation of the Guild’s as the creative opportuni- to 16 years of age, and hail was released, featuring the 15-24: Fridays, 7:30 p.m.; financial report, and a review of the Guild’s accom- ties for use of the ensemble from Pleasanton, Dublin, voices of Simon Callow, Saturdays, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; plishments of the past year. Saturday’s Dinner will throughout the entire and Livermore. As is the Richard Dreyfuss, Joanna Sundays, 2:00 p.m. Tickets highlight a talk by Bill Cervenka a former San Mateo show." tradition for Civic Arts Lumley, Miriam Margolyes, are $12, $15, $18; child High School District science, math and foreign lan- Shows run September Stage Company produc- Pete Postlethwaite and or senior: $7, $10, $13. guage teacher. He maintains beehives at Ardenwood 15 through September 24 at tions, the 46 students split Susan Sarandon. Tickets can be purchased Park, The Olivina and other locations in Alameda and the Firehouse Arts Center. into two casts. For ‘James’ BACT’s ‘James’ is online at www.firehouse- San Mateo Counties. Bill and the Arroyo 4-H have The story goes some- the casts are the “New directed by Robert Shy- arts.org, by calling 925- added Hagemann Ranch to his list of hive locations. thing like this: Young York” cast and the “Dover” rock. The production team 931-4848, and in person at Bill will explain bee keeping, hive management, and orphan James Henry Trotter cast. includes: Seafus Chatmon- the Firehouse Arts Center the importance of bees to the environment. lives, unfortunately, with Dedicated to his two Smith (Music Director Box Office, 4444 Railroad This year the Guild’s elementary school educa- his two horrid aunts, Spiker eldest daughters, the full- and Sound Supervisor), Avenue, Pleasanton. tion program included Walking Tours and visits to the History Center for thirty-five Third Grade classes. The HistoryMobile visited every elementary school in the District. Bankhead Theater to Host San Francisco The Guild continues its role as managers of the Hagemann Ranch. Repair work is ongoing as the Comedy Competition Semifinal buildings, fences and grounds require maintenance and repairs. The garage has a new foundation and Known for launching including several winners in paint job. The Ranch’s Open House, held the last such comedy greats as recent years. Sunday of the month, featured Cowboy Days, Antique Robin Williams and Ellen Long acknowledged as Cars, and Vintage Travel Trailers. Open-air painting, DeGeneres, the annual San one of the hardest forms quilt making, and weaving demonstrations have been Francisco Comedy Compe- of comedy, the standup displayed. Sunflower Hill is producing fresh produce tition fields approximately format of the San Francisco for Open Heart Kitchen and other providers as well three dozen comedians Comedy Competition is as selling to the general public. Del Arroyo 4-H horse judged over multiple weeks particularly challenging. operations include teaching animal husbandry as well as riding to the 4-H members, with horses and goats in multiple venues across From hundreds of appli- on-site. Hagemann Ranch needs a great deal of work, the Bay Area. cants, approximately thirty maintenance and upkeep. The Guild seeks volunteers The Bankhead Theater comedians are chosen to with construction trade skills and a willingness to will host semifinal contes- perform short, three to become involved in thecommunity and its history. tants for the competition SF Comedy Competition long as well, and includes seven minute sets in one has served as a stepping Robin Williams, who The Guild, headquartered at the Livermore History on Friday, September 22, of two preliminary weeks Center, houses the archives of original source histori- stone for numerous comic placed second in the com- 2017, in one of the last four consisting of six shows in cal materials documenting Livermore's storied past. petition’s inaugural year, events before final rounds legends, launching many of six venues. Each show has The Guild continues to organize and document the ar- at the end of the month. them to stardom, including and Ellen DeGeneres, who a unique group of judges chives including newspapers dating to 1870 and over Tickets are $30 for all seats. Dana Carvey who won the also just missed first place who score the contestants seven thousand historic photos. The Guild operates, Tickets are available at competition in 1977 before a decade later. Although in seven categories. Ten maintains and is restoring the Duarte Garage, which $17 for students and active going on to appear on contestants have come from comedians proceed to the houses the collection of antique fire trucks including military personnel. “Saturday Night Live.” The around the country, a num- semi-finals for five more the Seagrave. list of famous runner-ups is ber hail from the Bay Area Now in its 42nd year, the (continued on page 3) September 7, 2017 • The Independent 3

“Poetry in Motion:” Pacific Chamber Orchestra Begins 29th Season

The Pacific Chamber #1 in D Major took place degrees from Juilliard, and will take place at the Orchestra, Lawrence Kohl in London in 1881, 53 Doctorate from the Univer- Lafayette-Orinda Presby- conducting, opens its 29th years after his death. Kohl sity of Maryland. She has terian Church, 49 Knox season at the Bankhead explains, “What is most recorded for the Classico Dr, Lafayette, on Saturday, Theater on Sunday Sep- striking is the melody and and Da Capo labels. September 16th at 7:30 tember 17 at 2:00 pm. The melodic development of Tickets are available at pm. For tickets and more concert, “Poetry in Mo- the first movement – dis- the Bankhead box office, information, go to Pacific- tion,” takes the audience on tinctive, masterful and 2400 First Street in Liver- ChamberOrchestra.org. a lyrical journey through highly romantic. It is a song more, by calling 925-373- PCO’s next concert is Mozart’s overture to the made instrumental. With 6800 and online at bank- Handel’s Messiah, Sunday opera The Abduction from the unusual return of the headtheater.org. November 26 at 2:00 pm at the Seraglio, Beethoven’s introductory material before An earlier performance the Bankhead Theater. Piano Concerto #4 with the close of the movement, pianist Natsuki Fukasawa Schubert pays homage to and Schubert’s Symphony his roots and influences, #1 in D Major. while also giving notice as Schubert revered Mo- to where he is next taking zart and Beethoven. His music-- Poetry in Motion.” Symphony #1 shows the Fulbright scholar and th influences of both men, Steinway Artist Natsuki Fu- 11 Season Opening Gala coupled with Schubert’s Natsuki Fukasaw kasawa’s career has taken Featuring the Grammy Award Winning own distinctive voice that her throughout the U.S., he had developed in his Europe, Israel, Australia, Indigo Girls as cymbals, big (Turkish) is the most famous and has with the Livermore-Amador Symphony vocal works. From Mo- drums, piccolo flutes and been compared to Orpheus Brazil, Japan and China, zart he took the classical performing at Carnegie triangles. New techniques taming the wild beasts with Sat • SEP 9 • 6pm structure so evident in and previously unknown his lyrical and poetic music. Hall, Kennedy Center Mozart’s overture to the traits are also characteristics Beethoven's pupil Carl and Copenhagen’s Tivoli opera “The Abduction from of his “Turkish music." Czerny had suggested that Concert Hall. Fukasawa the Seraglio." Although Charles Rosen remarks “one cannot help thinking has won many international Beethoven is well-known in The Classical Style, “The of an antique dramatic and prizes, rave reviews in for his powerfully compact most important fact about tragic scene, and the player Strad and Fanfare maga- use of motifs, such as in the the concerto form is that must feel with what mov- zines and the Best Chamber famous ta-ta-ta-da of the the audience waits for the ingly lamenting expression Music Recording of the 5th Symphony, his lyrical soloist to enter.” Beethoven his solo must be played Year from the Danish Mu- expression was just as mas- was a commanding pianist in order to contrast with sic Awards. She serves on terful. Schubert built on this and his final appearance as the powerful and austere the artist faculty of the Talis lyricism, further refining his the piano soloist for the pre- orchestral passages.” With Festival & Academy in own voice. miere of Piano Concerto #4 the final movement, the Saas-Fee, Switzerland and “The Abduction from the Italy’s Orfeo Music Festi-

in 1808 was highly antici- trumpets and timpani are Cowart Jeremy photo: Seraglio," initially designed pated. The audience must added to bring the work to a val. She is currently on fac- as an entertaining Turk- have been stunned and then witty and humorous close. ulty at American River Col- ish opera, is a work full of delighted when he began Although there were pri- lege and has taught at CSU emotional depth. Mozart’s playing the piano before the vate performances, the first Sacramento, Saint Mary's “Turkish” music was orchestra played a single known public performance College and the University characterized by the use of note. The second movement of Schubert’s Symphony of the Pacific. She earned BRILLIANCE unusual instruments such her Bachelor and Master's at the

COMEDY COMPETITION Thank you to our generous sponsors (continued from page 2) Th e Fletcher Family Jean King Priem Family Foundation shows where the sets are held in San Francisco, the audiences. as the return of comedy Lynn & Joan Seppala slightly longer, and the top venues for the competition Now in its eleventh sea- groups The Second City in five move to the finals. Af- are now spread across the son, LVPAC Presents offers February and Capitol Steps in May. ter sets of 12 to 15 minutes greater Bay Area and sur- an extensive list of comedic Th e Watkins Family Faye and Lee Younker are performed at the finals, rounding regions. Com- performances in the coming The Bankhead Theater the winner is announced. As petitors must polish their months including Dave is located at 2400 First e Carlings Kathy & Pat Coyle FLO CONTENT Coulier from “Full House” Street in downtown. Tickets Supervisor they have been for the last sets for a variety of venues Jean Shuler and Vicki Lawrence, known can be purchased at the Scott Haggerty two years, the sets held at include comedy clubs, bars, box office, online at www. Congressman for her character Mama Eric Swalwell Michael & Denise Weiner the Bankhead will be part restaurants, casinos and the- from “The Carol Burnett bankheadtheater.org or by of the semi-final rounds. aters such as the Bankhead, Show” and “Mama’s Fam- calling 373-6800. 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org Originally founded and as well as for a range of ily” in January, as well 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 The Independent • September 7, 2017

Encore Players offer new acting class for fall

Practice, man! Practice!! We will focus on the indi- That old joke about the hip- vidual actor’s inspiration ster’s directions to Carnegie and the director’s insight in Hall could be a slogan for collaborating to create each the Encore Players’ new fall performance- ready piece.” acting class. Encore Players is a small According to director/in- but growing community structor Darcy Marta, “Pre- theater company based in paring for Performance’’ Livermore. The company offers plenty of practice has produced four plays during actual rehearsals. At since its founding in 2014: the end of the course there Love Letters, Three View- will be the performance—a ings, The Cocktail Hour, showcase of well-rehearsed An American Daughter. It scenes and monologs before Darcy Marta has also sponsored several a live audience. Participants ies wielding an overactive acting classes for both older Creatures of Impulse students portraying the Ghosts at Prim; Ghost Walk Brand Photo can choose their own mate- remote control to channel and younger adults. rial or work on some ap- an evening of talent on an The first class of its fall propriate scene or monolog imaginary TV, complete course offering will meet on Tickets Available for Museum's Marta suggests. with commercials. Sunday, October 1, with all Darcy Marta is a profes- However, first, partici- subsequent classes on Sat- sional stage, film and TV pants will practice taking urdays, October 7 through Annual Ghost Walk in Pleasanton actor, director and instruc- direction, sharpening char- November 4. All classes tor with extensive experi- acter and using improvisa- will be from 1-4 pm. Extra As dark falls upon Impulse. DeMersman said, ence on both coasts. She sessions are tentatively “The improv team is a great tion, rehearsal costumes and downtown Pleasanton at the taught three acting classes props to enliven their work. scheduled on November 8, end of October, visitors are addition to Ghost Walk. last June for Encore Play- with the showcase perfor- They are so fun playing the They’ll have learned how to likely to catch a glimpse of ers, and is back by popular use time between sessions mances on November 10 the spooky spirits that call many roles of the down- demand. and 11. Classes will meet town ghosts and we are wisely, and to bring some- Main Street home. Mu- All actors, experienced thing fresh to each session in the West End Theatre of seum on Main announces pleased they will be back or emerging, who want to the Bothwell Arts Cen- again this year.” to show the director. the annual Ghost Walk, a improve their acting prow- “The director shouldn’t ter, Eighth and H streets, two-hour guided tour of Advance ticket purchase ess and process are wel- Livermore. Class size is is highly recommended. have to pull a performance Pleasanton’s most haunted come in this class. There out of an actor,” says Marta, limited to 12, and the fee sites along Main Street in Tours depart the museum will be six weekly classes is $150. For an registration every 30 minutes between who considers acting a the downtown. of rehearsals, focusing on collaborative art. “Acting form and/or more informa- This family-friendly the hours of 6:00 p.m. – practical acting strategies tion, call or write Janice 8:00 p.m. on Friday, Octo- classes are usually meant tour, held for over ten years, and techniques from the for explorations of charac- Diane at (925) 337-4098, continues to be a popular ber 20th, Saturday, October first read-through to open- [email protected]; or Kathy 21st, Friday, October 27th, ter and text, but the goal of event during the Halloween ing night. this class will be getting a Streeter, (925) 447-8924, and Saturday, October 28th. When the lights finally [email protected]. season and the museum man notes, “Ghost Walk is piece ready for an audience. Ghost Walk tours take place go up, the audience will expects this year to be no a unique experience and has rain or shine - so dress ap- join a couple of homebod- different. Approximately successfully brought the 1,200 people join in Ghost propriately. Costumes are haunted side of Pleasanton highly encouraged! Walk each year, with all to ‘life’ through the stories the tour times selling out Tickets are on sale now and experiences collected and may be purchased in advance. Most of the from psychics, ghost hunt- attendees are adults from all online at www.museumon- ers, and shop workers over main.org, by phone at 925- around the Bay Area. Chil- the years. Ghost Walk is dren also attend and have a 462-2766, or in person at more spooky than it is Museum on Main. Tickets: great time. scary. It’s not a haunted With a volunteer team of $18 Adults; $13 Children house type of program 12 & Under. ghost hosts to lead groups where people jump out to and actors playing the For more information scare you.” about current exhibits and roles of the various ghosts The museum announced around town, Ghost Walk is programs, visit the Mu- the return of teen improve seum’s web site at www. a very unique event. Execu- students from the City of tive Director, Jim DeMers- museumonmain.org or call Pleasanton’s Creatures of (925) 462-2766.

September 7, 2017 • The Independent 5 Making or Breaking the English Language

Award-winning journal- join. Reservations can be ability to focus "when we our national mindset." Drivetime. His nonfiction ist Scott Thomas Anderson made by sending a message trade a book's imaginative For more than a decade book, "Shadow People: will speak to local writers via e-mail to reservations@ doorway for the swamp of Anderson has worked as How Meth-driven Crime is Saturday, Sept.16 about trivalleywriters.org no later fragmented, multi-media a crime, culture and travel Eating at the Heart of Rural how prose, poetry and cre- than Wednesday, Sept. 13. distractions." He will also journalist. He is a staff America," is an explora- ativity will make or break According to an e-mail discuss the possible future writer for The Sacramento tion of nation’s modern the English language in the from Anderson, he will of the written word, if News & Review. In 2008, methamphetamine crisis. In Digital Age. The event will discuss the danger of the today's writers, poets, Scott won the California 2015, his newest nonfiction begin at 2 p.m. at the Four youngest generations learn- artists and teachers do not Newspaper Publishers As- book was released, "The Points by Sheraton, 5115 ing to use language through recognize a threat to it. sociation’s highest honor Cutting Four-piece: Crime and tragedy in an era of Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton, hyper-abbreviated platforms "It's long been argued for writing, followed by prison overcrowding." with check in at 1:30 p.m. like Twitter, Snapchat and that how we write, read and a second-place win for For more information The presentation is hosted Instagram. "We do know speak affects how we ex- Investigative Journalism the about Anderson and his by the Tri-Valley Branch of social media platforms train perience reality," Anderson following year. activities, visit http://www. the California Writers Club people to process writing noted. "You see people of Anderson's work has scottthomasanderson.com/ (CWC). and communication through all ages with glazed, milky appeared in numerous The CWC Tri-Valley The talk is open to compressed blurbs, meme- corneas drifting across publications, including Branch invites writers of all members of the public who like advertising slogans tiny screens. It's true some Future Travel and The genres and experience lev- Scott Thomas Anderson make advance reservations and quick, 140-character could be reading digital Irish Independent, Dublin’s els to learn about their craft and pay a fee at the door. tweets," he wrote in a newspapers and books, but largest daily newspaper. He at its monthly meetings. For Cost for CWC members is recent article that appeared certainly most aren't, and has been interviewed about more information about the $12, non-members, $17. in the Calaveras Enterprise this picture that we've all homicide investigations CWC Tri-Valley Branch, Anyone interested in the newspaper. noticed countless times is nationally on the Travel contact Patricia Boyle at program or CWC may at- Anderson will consider the best way to detect a Channel and internation- president@trivalleywriters. tend with no obligation to what happens to the brain's foggy malaise settling into ally on Ireland’s Radio 1: org or visit www.trivalleywriters.org. 6 The Independent • September 7, 2017

A Touch of the Poet Opens Seventy-three years was. are available online at pation. E-mail to taohouse. after it was written, Eugene “While we present www.villagetheatreshows. [email protected]. O’Neill’s A Touch of the several of O’Neill’s plays com or (925) 820-1818. Step Back in Time Poet will get its first public each season, this year we Seating is limited in the Old with Carlotta, Guardian presentation at Tao House are particularly happy to Barn performance space at of Genius, on Saturday, in Danville, the location present this production of the Historic Site. September 23, 4:00 p.m. where it was penned by the A Touch of the Poet at Tao Tao House, and the to 7:00 p.m. A “Sips and playwright in 1944. House for the first time,” Eugene O’Neill Historic Social Open House” at As part of the 18th An- says director Eric Fraisher Site, was the home of the Cottage Jewel Antiques, nual Eugene O’Neill Fes- Hayes. playwright and his wife 100 Prospect Ave., Dan- tival, the play by the only “The cast for A Touch Carlotta from 1937-1944. ville. Featuring Carlotta American dramatist ever to of the Poet is a mixture of Here, O’Neill penned his O’Neill performed by Lecture on Van Gogh Set be awarded the Nobel Prize O’Neill veterans who have last and most noted works, Susan Jackson (circa 1937- for Literature opens on appeared in several Founda- including Long Day’s Jour- 1944), staged by Marcia Artist, lecturer and Van Gogh scholar Marlene Aron September 16 at the Eugene tion productions, as well as ney into Night, The Iceman Harmon, “Sips” from will present a talk titled "The Magic and Mystery of Vin- O’Neill National Historic those working with us for Cometh, and A Moon for Auburn Lounge Danville, cent van Gogh" at the Livermore Civic Center Library on Site in the Danville hills. the first time,” says Hayes. the Misbegotten, in addition and “Crooning by Mark Sunday, September 17, 2017, 2 pm. Seven performances are The cast includes John to A Touch of the Poet. Shaw. Suggested donation This program is free. No sign up is needed. The Civic scheduled through Septem- Hurst (as Cornelius Mel- Other Festival events: $10 to the Eugene O’Neill Center Library is located at 1188 S. Livermore Ave. ber 30. ody), Bonnie DeChant (as The Secrets of O’Neill’s Foundation, Tao House. From rarely-seen childhood drawings to his poignant The Annual O’Neill his wife Nora), and Lindsay Danville on Saturday, Sep- A Telling Tales Exhibit drawings of peasants from his early Dutch years, to his Festival is presented by the Marie Schmeltzer (as their tember 9 at 10:00 a.m. This at the Museum of the San luminous paintings of gardens and flowers, Aron will Eugene O’Neill Founda- daughter, Sara Melody), guided walk in downtown Ramon Valley, 205 Railroad show over eighty slides of Van Gogh's art, including tion, Tao House in part- and Melanie DuPuy (as Danville, led by Beverly Avenue, Danville, Septem- paintings, watercolors, etching and lithographs. She will nership with the National Deborah Harford). Also in Lane, explores sights from ber 1-30. The exhibit fea- share stories about Van Gogh's life: places he lived, jobs Park Service. This year’s the cast are Randy Anger, O’Neill’s days in town. tures Playbills from O’Neill he held before he became an artist, his early literary and Festival theme is Telling Craig Eychner, Joe Fitzger- The walk departs from the plays and other related artistic influences, and artists he met and exhibited with Tales, a celebration of Irish ald, Kenneth Matis, Charles O’Neill Commemorative memorabilia. Museum in Paris. "The Magic and Mystery of Vincent van Gogh" story-telling, a tribute to the Woodson Parker. across from the Danville hours: Tuesday – Friday, 1 is an in-depth journey into the life and work of one of the resilient and indomitable The 18th Annual Eugene Library on Front Street. p.m. – 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 most profound, brilliant and influential artists of the 19th spirit of the Irish people. O’Neill Festival also Eugene O’Neill Festival a.m. – 1 p.m.; and Sundays, century; a man whose deep spiritual convictions drove Once a year, Corne- includes John Millington Hike: A Hike to Tao House Noon – 3 p.m. (Admission him to create some of the most beautiful, personal and lius Melody dons his old Synge’s rollicking comedy, on Sunday, September 10, fee: $5.00 adults/$3.00 deeply-moving art ever seen; an artist whose work paved military uniform and revels The Playboy of the Western beginning at 9:00 a.m. seniors/students). the way for the modern art movement of the 20th century in the glory of past battles. World, produced by Role This moderate hike departs Information on the Eu- and beyond. This year, fantasy and real- Players Ensemble at the across from the Danville gene O’Neill Foundation, Marlene Aron is an artist, educator and published poet. ity clash, as Melody faces Village Theatre in Danville Library on Front Street. Ad- Tao House is available on- She was educated in The Netherlands at the Vrije Acad- the possibility that he is through September 16. vance registration requested line at www.EugeneOneill. emie voor Beeldende Kunsten in The Hague, and in the no longer the hero he once Tickets for both plays by September 5 for partici- org United States, receiving her Master of Fine Arts degree from California College of the Arts. She began research- ing the life and art of Vincent van Gogh in 1974, and has A TASTE OF AFRICA given lectures, workshops and courses on Van Gogh for (continued from front page) nearly 20 years in museums, libraries, art centers, retire- Young@Art. The class the theater for several excit- day, and Catherine Ndungu- ment communities, universities and private schools. Aron The final day of the Soul is an artist whose own work has been exhibited through- code is 4783. ing performances, plus wine Searching exhibition, the Case will be on hand in the TASTE OF AFRICA and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets Firehouse Arts Center and gallery to chat with visitors. out the United States and Europe, including the Carnegie The Harrington Gal- Museum of Art, Fullerton Art Museum, Carnegie Mellon FESTIVAL range in price from $12 to Civic Arts Division present The Festival will take $28 and can be purchased at a brand-new (hopefully lery is located inside the University, Ohio State University, Chinese-American Art Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Museum, California Institute of Integral Studies, Gallery place at the Firehouse Arts www.firehousearts.org, and annual) event, which will Center October 7, 10:00 at Firehouse Arts Center Railroad Avenue, Pleasan- Route One in Pt. Reyes, the Bioneers Conference, and include multiple live music ton, Calif. Gallery hours Galerie de Sfinx in The Hague. Aron taught art and art a.m.-6:00 p.m. Presented by box office, 4444 Railroad performers, Taiko drums, are Wednesday through history at Penn State University, Youngstown State Uni- Cheza Nami, a non-profit Avenue, Pleasanton. Aztec Dancers, Illumi- Saturday, 12:00-5:00 p.m., versity, and California College of the Arts. She continues foundation that celebrates IGNITE. ART + nated Drones, Fire Dancers, Saturday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 to give private art lessons in her home and studio in San cultural diversity in com- INNOVATION artistic digital displays, a p.m., and also one hour Francisco. munities. FREE: From The event will take place variety of art and technol- before most performances The Friends of the Livermore Library have underwrit- 10:00 to 3:00. Music, per- October 14, 5:00 – 9:00 ogy vendors, food options, and during intermissions. ten this program as part of the Friends Authors and Arts formances, art, food. TICK- p.m. Free and open to the robotics, and Ignite. talks. Admission for this exhibit Series. For additional events, check the library’s website ETED: From 3:00 to 6:00 public, in and around the The Soul Searching exhibi- is free, and donations are gratefully accepted. at www.livermorelibrary.net. p.m., the focus will be in Firehouse Arts Center. tion will be open on its final

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Review: Synge’s “Playboy" in Danville by Susan Steinberg But Synge had a more Standout Gretchen Salter losing Pegeen. Pity the poor Irish: hard- compassionate view of the (the passionate star of “De- The worst problem working, impoverished, people for whom the glam- sire Under the Elms”) as opening night was the op- and oppressed for hundreds or of a brave act, however Widow Quin delivered her pressive heat in the theater, of years. What kept them outrageous, is proof that life lines with deliciously cal- which sent some audience going through downtrodden can be exciting rather than culated lust and clarity as members fleeing at inter- generation after generation? humdrum. It is a reminder she tried to woo the young mission. The reviewer was Many claim it has been of deeds done by heroes “hero” like an Irish Mrs. told that the City of Dan- booze and blarney. past, giving rise to hope of Robinson. Bri Costello ville, owner of the building, Both are in plentiful sup- a heroic future. And, it ex- did a commendable job as had declined to turn on the ply in Danville’s Little The- plains the great popularity the feisty Pegeen Mike, AC early enough to cope atre on weekends through of the IRA with its bloody asserting the independence with the weather and the September 17, as Role terrorist-type bombings. to choose her own partner, many warm bodies. If this Players Ensemble stages J. Other factors unfortu- defying social tradition and is true, it was a very unwise M. Synge’s most famous nately contributed to audi- the power of the Catholic decision. At any rate the work, “The Playboy of The ence confusion on open- Church (both heavy consid- intolerable situation should Western World." ing night. The deliberate erations in those times). persuade those in charge On display is the cheer- inclusion of Gaelic words Many late cast changes to better accommodate the less whiskey-soaked grind in the text as a matter of also disrupted the com- extreme weather conditions of life in a poor village national pride, made many pany’s customary opening- or lose their audience. made suddenly brilliant lines incomprehensible. night professionalism. Director Edward Nat- and lively by the arrival of Pictured are cast members Michael Grayson and Bri Perhaps the director should Kudos to Michael L. tenberg would be well- a ragged young man, an Costello. Photo - John Carter have provided a glossary Grayson, II, cast as pro- advised to modify the pitch impulsive liar. Seizing on like many companies doing tagonist Christy just three and speedy delivery of his his tall tale, the whole com- Shakespeare or Gilbert and weeks ago, for learning his younger actors, and work to munity becomes excited, tion longing for charismatic their dreams and fantasies Sullivan. huge part, though he missed ensure that all enunciation energized, and actually heroes. Sadly for him, at that angers these poor Some theater-goers out on the rigorous dialect is careful and deliberate, so worshipful. Their admira- the height of his glory, his hopeless peasants. Hero- complained about the thick coaching. that future audiences can tion turns him into a kind very-much-alive father ar- ine Pegeen Mike explains, Irish brogues. This was an He was blessedly under- properly enjoy Synge’s lyri- of super-hero, who can win rives, and the disillusioned “There is a big difference authentic sound, created standable throughout, and a cal lines. both impromptu races and villagers turn on Christy in between a gallant story and by the company’s dialect very engaging young man. Remaining performances the hand of a stand-offish disappointment and anger. a dirty deed.” coach Robin Taylor. In the Once he was inadvertently are scheduled on Fridays young woman. What kind of topsy- This depiction of the hands of seasoned older pushed into blurting out his and Saturdays at 8 PM What is his transforma- turvy world is this, where a Irish as sodden and credu- actor Joe Fitzgerald, it had lie, this “nobody” revealed (except 9/16 at 2 PM) and tive fiction? He claims that father-slayer is lionized, but lous simpletons sparked a lyrical ring, but younger his delight in suddenly Sundays at 2 PM in Dan- in a fit of anger he struck is vilified when his father angry riots in Dublin and actors speaking in high- becoming a “somebody." ville’s Village Theatre, 233 and killed his own father. proves to be alive? As heavily Irish New York pitched tones at warp speed, He even evoked audience Front Street. For tickets Rather than being shocked Synge describes the sudden City. Many viewed it as a rendered their lines unintel- sympathy for his crestfallen contact www.RolePlay- and horrified by the revela- emotional turn-around, it’s scurrilous misrepresentation ligible. (Opening night sadness at being demoted to ersEnsemble.com or call tion, the villagers are im- actually the destruction of of the Irish as gullible and jitters?) a butt of general scorn, and 925-314-3400. pressed, even thrilled, at the even stupid. young man’s bravado. The older men offer him drinks, the young women gifts of food and caresses. Everyone begs for de- Children's Fair Offers Something for Everyone tails of his “brave deed.” A The annual Children’s Free happenings will Activities with a nomi- still available. For more 5700. hard-to-get tavern-keeper’s Fair, presented by the include a wide variety of nal fee include pony rides, a information on being a vol- Performance line-up (in daughter (Pegeen Mike) Livermore Area Recreation organizations offering fun petting zoo, a train ride and unteer, call 925-373-5765 the air-conditioned Cresta rejects her long-promised and Park District, will take make-and-take crafts, live an array of inflatable jump or email [email protected]. Blanca Ballroom): suitor as “cowardly," and place this Sat., Sept. 9. performances from local houses. New this year will Many volunteer spots will 11 a.m. – Children’s melts into the newcomer’s Kids can have a blast groups and entertainers, be a video game van where be in the shade, plus water Youth Theater arms, anxious to marry him on the spot. A man-hungry playing outside, inside and youth sports in the gymna- participants can step inside will be provided. 1 p.m. – Fur, Scales and widow tries every wile to all around the Robert Liver- sium, K-9 demonstrations to a world of video gam- Attendees are encour- Tails Show seduce him, even protecting more Community Center, from the Livermore Police ing. The Robert Livermore aged to park in the lot on 1:45 p.m. – Bollywood his lie when she discovers it 4444 East Avenue, from 10 Department, the Livermore- Aquatic Center will also be Loyola Way for convenient dancing to be a falsehood. a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to Pleasanton Fire Department open from noon to 6 p.m. access to the fun. For more 2 p.m. – Ravioli the Clown News of Christy’s patri- the event is free with some Safety Trailer and plenty during Children’s Fair. information, visit www. 3 p.m. – Xtreme Dance cide spreads quickly, and he activities having a minor more. Volunteer spots are also larpd.org or call 925-373- Force is celebrated by a popula- fee. 8 The Independent • September 7, 2017 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS “Soul Searching: The Spirit of regularly at: The Castle Rock Restaurant Livermore Art Association Gallery, lo- Africa and the Diaspora Expressed by in Livermore/on Portola Avenue-- cated in the Carnegie Building, offers art Contemporary Bay Area Artists” Sep- the 2nd Tuesday each month from classes, unusual gifts, painting rentals, tember 15 – October 14, Firehouse Arts 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, small art exhibits and information pertaining Center Harrington Gallery. Works include cover. . to the art field, 2155 Third St., Liver- fiber art, masks and sculpture, painting, Music in the Orchard concert series, at more. The gallery has been open since and mixed-media, including the 21-foot the Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort 1974 and is run as a co-op by local art quilt titled ‘Blood Line’ recently and Spa, will take place the last Thurs- artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 exhibited in Washington, D.C. In con- day of September. Bring at 4549 Cross p.m. For information call 449-9927. junction with Cheza Nami Foundation’s Road, Livermore. Pedrozzi Foundation Members of the Pleasanton Art League “Taste of Africa” festival which takes a beneficiary of the outdoor concert Public Art Circuit are currently place at the Firehouse on Saturday, series presented by the Purple Orchid, exhibiting art at six businesses in the October 7, from 10 to 6. Artists: Susan Nottingham Cellars, and Posada Res- Pleasanton - Dublin Area. Viewing Heller, Wawi Amasha, Alice Beasley, taurant. Saint Ashbury on September locations are: Bank of America at 337 Irma Grant, Nicole Dixon. Free opening 28. All concerts are from 6:00 – 9:00 Main Street, Pleasanton; Pleasanton reception with artists Thurs., Sept. 14, 7 pm. Tickets are $14 in advance or $20 Chamber of Commerce at 777 Peters to 9 p.m. SPECIAL YOUTH EVENT: Sep- at the door. Purchase tickets online at Street, Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & tember 28, 4:30-5:45 pm - Young@Art, PurpleOrchid.com. Advanced tickets Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard Road, the “Spirit of Africa.” Students explore also available at Nottingham Cellars, Pleasanton; US Bank at 749 Main the exhibit to learn about the artwork 2245 C So Vasco, Livermore. Street, Pleasanton; Edward Jones at depicting people, colors, and musical Tri-Valley Jazz Trio (Matt Finders on bass, 6601 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin; and instruments of Africa. Then they will Kelly Fasman on drums and James The Bagel Street Café at 6762 Bernal create African masks and landscapes Hall on keyboard plus guest trumpeter/ Avenue Pleasanton. If interested in be- in the art studio. $15 for residents, flugel horn player Modesto Briseno coming a member of the Pleasanton Art $20 for non-residents. To register, visit from San Jose. Sept. 8 from 7 to 9 p.m. League or for information regarding the Pleasantonfun.com and select “School Pleasanton's Inklings Coffee House, 530 Public Art Circuit, call John Trimingham Age”, and “The Arts”, then Young@Art. Chanticleer: Heart Of A Soldier, Under the direction of Music Director William Fred Main St., Free admission at (510) 877-8154. The class code is 4783. Regular gallery Scott, will be performed Sat., Sept. 23 at St. Augustine Church in Pleasanton. Brilliance at the Bankhead, 11th Season Blackhawk Gallery Exhibit ‘Impulse!’ On hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Opening Gala Featuring The Indigo Girls view seven days a week from July 14 to from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 Chanticleer’s 40th Anniversary season begins with Heart of a Soldier. The program With the Livermore-Amador Symphony September 17. Opening hosted by the a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gallery at traverses centuries of repertoire from the early music of Byrd and Janequin to 19th Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 6 Alamo Danville Artists' Society. Exhibit the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton, century Russian soldier songs. Two choruses from Pulitzer Prize winner Jennifer p.m. 2400 First St., Livermore. www. free and open to the public. Guest artist 4444 Railroad Avenue. Donations bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Linda V. Hubbard will be showing always appreciated. Higdon’s opera Cold Mountain are included, as are new arrangements by Vince Annual Piano Recital, Saturday, her 3D Fiber Art. Members’ artworks Artwalk, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Peterson, Evan Price, and Chanticleer members Brian Hinman and Adam Ward. The September 9, 2017, 7:30 p.m. at Asbury include paintings, drawings, sculptures, downtown Livermore. www.bothwell. United Methodist Church, 4743 East ceramics, photographs, and wearable lvpac.org/events performance will be at St. Augustine Church, 9999 Bernal Ave., Pleasanton at 8 p.m. Avenue, Livermore. Annual piano recital art. The exhibit is curated by Debby Ignite: Arts + Innovation, October 14, on Sat., Sept. 23. Tickets are $10 - $60 and are available through City Box Office, www. co-sponsored by the Alameda County Koonce, Kerima Swain and Beverly 2017 – 5 pm-9 pm. Firehouse Arts East Branch of the Music Teachers’ Turner. Blackhawk Gallery is located at Center, Division and Railroad St. Fea- cityboxoffice.com or call 415-392-4400. Association of California (MTAC) and 3416 Blackhawk Plaza Circle in Danville tures light installations, innovative art Asbury. San Ramon resident Vincent in the Blackhawk Plaza. (925) 648- displays, computer technology, robotics, Arts Center, 2466 8th Street, Livermore for more info about the workshop, Class; Oct. 14, 10 a.m. to noon, The Liu, MTAC Young Artist Guild member 8023. www.BlackhawkGallery.org www. Ignite Talks, fire elements, entertain- CA. Contact [email protected] 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ Art of Composting. Price per guest, per and incoming freshman at Stanford ADAS4art.org ment and food. www.firehousearts.org Drawing: Focus on Nature. This class is earthlink.net. session: $20 Entertainment Club, $25 University, will perform masterpieces by Special Art Exhibit – “The Faces of for beginners and the artist who wants Preschool Art classes: Thursday morn- Non-Club. Space is limited. Reserva- Bach, Beethoven, Liszt, Rachmaninoff Oakland.” Bay Area muralist, urban MEETINGS/CLASSES to improve drawing techniques. Instruc- ings 9:45 – 10:45. Children aged 3-5 tions are required. Call 925.456.2424 or and Rzewski. Mr. Liu performed with the landscape and portrait artist Michael LAA/PAL social and potluck, 6 p.m. tion includes site techniques, three are welcome to join this class. Classes visit wentevineyards.com Livermore-Amador Symphony in 2015 Manente. On view August 30 through on Sept. 11 at Charles R Winery, dimensional development and composi- cover drawing, painting, print-making, Friends of the Vineyards invites all to an as a winner of the concerto competition. October 7, Firehouse Arts Center’s Livermore. www.pal-art.com or www. tion. Class start Thurs.,, Sept. 14th, sculpture and ceramics. For further in- evening event at page Mill Winery on No charge for admission; refreshments Harrington Gallery in Pleasanton. livermoreartassociation.org 9:30 - noon for 5 weeks. Adult $135. formation, contact Thomasin Dewhurst Thurs., Sept. 21. Wine, free food and a served. Further information: 925-443- Special series focusing on intimate Alamo Danville Artists' Society Demon- Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th Street, at (925) 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ raffle. Proceeds benefit Las Positas Col- 2514 [email protected] examination of place and time as stration by Dave Wagner. “My Figura- Livermore CA. Contact maryannkot@ hotmail.com or visit http://childrensart- lege winery program. Page Mill Winery The CoolTones Big Band - Sunday, expressed through portraits of locals. tive works are studies in narrative, gmail.com for more information or to classesprojects.blogspot.com/ is located at 1960 S. Livermore Ave., September 10, 2:00 to 3:30 PM. The Firehouse installations will be using classic oil painting techniques. sign up. Piano and keyboard lessons, For Livermore. performing at the Pleasanton Library located in the public exhibition spaces, In some cases the narratives are Show and Tell, Artists are invited to a children to adult. Beginner to early Livermore Valley Wine Auction, Sept. 23, music series. No Admission Charge. and open to the public during regular very specific, in others they remain monthly function at the Bothwell Arts intermediate level. Half-hour private 5 p.m. Wente Vineyards Event Center, Join us for an afternoon of “Disney Jazz” gallery hours: Wednesday, Thursday, undefined.” Dave will be demonstrating Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th Tuesday classes or small group classes offered. 5050 Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Benefiting and More, featuring jazz arrangements Friday from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday the use of powered graphite to create an of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Twice-yearly recitals. (925) 216-7231 under-served children in the East Bay. of songs from Disney films as well as 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gallery image. September 12, Alamo Women’s Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 Eighth St., or email [email protected] for Livermore Valley Winegrowers Founda- a few other familiar tunes from other at the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Club, 1401 Danville Blvd., Alamo. 7:30 Livermore. Artists are welcome to bring further info. tion, www.lvwf.org animated films. More details at: www. Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Donations pm www.ADAS4art.org finished, unfinished or no work at all Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the last thecooltones.org Brought to you by appreciated. Art Classes always on-going at the to receive a critique from the group. Saturday from 12 noon-1 p.m. at Ga- MUSIC/CONCERTS Friends of the Pleasanton Library Livermore Vineyards - Past and Bothwell Arts Center. Acrylics, oils, wa- Refreshments are brought by some of lina’s Music Studio located at 1756 First Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Music Pacific Chamber Orchestra, Poetry in Present: An exhibit of paintings by tercolor, drawing, colored pencil, mixed the artists, and a donation of $5.00 St., Livermore. Confirm participation by every Sunday. 12:00 - 4:30. 1356 S. Motion, 2 p.m. Sept. 17. Bankhead The- Bettie Goosman; September 1 through media classes for adults and multiple is desired although not mandatory. calling (925) 960-1194 or via the web- Livermore Ave, Livermore. http://ret- ater, 2400 First Street, Livermore. www. September 30, 2017. Robert Livermore children's classes always available. Contact for this event is D’Anne Miller at site at www.GalinasMusicStudio.com. zlaffvineyards.com bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Community Center, 4444 East Avenue, Register at. bothwell.lvpac.org [email protected] Beginners are welcome. Bring some Bluegrass open mic and pickup band; R. Carlos Nakai Trio, Sept. 21, Bankhead Livermore. Viewing hours M-Th 8am - Colored Pencil: Basics and Beyond. Figure Drawing Workshop, every Friday music to share with the group. Ukuleles The Bandstand in Carnegie Park, 4th Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, www. 8pm, Fri. 8 am - 5 pm, weekends during Classes are for beginners and inter- 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Artists bring are available for purchase. Small $10 and K Streets, Livermore. 2 to 4 p.m. bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. events and ongoing classes, For more mediate students. Classes start Mon., their own materials and easels. Open fee to cover meeting costs. first Sunday of each month until Oct. Chanticleer: Heart Of A Soldier, Under information, call (925) 373-5700 Sept. 11th, 9:30 to noon for five weeks. to all artists. Professional artist models 1, 2017. the direction of Music Director William 2017 Freeze Frame Opening Exhibit. Beginners will learn the properties of the (nude). No instructor. Students under WINE & SPIRITS Steve Fread performance schedule: 8/20, Fred Scott, Chanticleer’s 40th Anniver- Thurs., Sept. 7, 6 to 8 p.m. Larkspur colored pencil, color theory, and how to 18 need written parental permission to Wente Vineyards: Garden Tour & Work- Bridges Restaurant 11am-2pm sary season begins with Heart of a Sol- Room, Robert Livermore Community create realistic drawings. Intermediate attend. Cost $20 per session. Bothwell shop Series: Discover The Garden at Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- dier. The program traverses centuries of Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. students will review basic principles of Arts Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Wente Vineyards with Master Gardener, urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, 21 repertoire from the early music of Byrd RSVP. at http://trivalleyconservancy.org/ colored pencil and learn more colored Coffee, tea and refreshments are avail- Diane Dovholuk. Fall Vegetables; Sept. South Livermore Ave., Livermore. and Janequin to 19th century Russian events/freeze-frame-exhibit-opening/ pencil techniques. Adult $135. Bothwell able. Call or e-mail Barbara Stanton 23, 10 a.m. to noon, Sensory Herb Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears soldier songs. Two choruses from Pulit- September 7, 2017 • The Independent 9 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

zer Prize winner Jennifer Higdon’s opera hills, September 16-30. Tickets www. MOVIES tional and international arenas. Topics cal organizations that promote Tri-Valley demonstration jumps, and an array of Cold Mountain are included, as are new villagetheatreshows.com. or by calling Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Public that have been covered include politics, youth, help strengthen their families food options. Open to the public and all arrangements by Vince Peterson, Evan (925) 314-3400. An Evening of Tradi- Library, 6 p.m. first Thursday of the governance, economics, military affairs, and help keep kids off drugs & alcohol. ages. Those wishing to partake in wine Price, and Chanticleer members Brian tional Irish Music and Song,” September month. The films are free and are history, sociology, science, the climate, www.altamontcruisers.org tasting must be 21+ with a valid ID, Hinman and Adam Ward. St. Augustine 7 at the Museum of the San Ramon screened in the Pleasanton Library large and religion. Contact Rich at 872-7923, Quilting in the Garden, Sept. 24 and 25 regardless of age. 1 oz. tastes and 4 oz. Church, 9999 Bernal Ave., Pleasanton. Valley (205 Railroad Avenue, Danville). meeting room. Theme this year is "On for further questions at Alden Lane Nursery in Livermore. glasses will be available at varying price 8 p.m. on Sat., Sept. 23. Tickets are $10 7:00 p.m. Information eugeneoneill.org the Islands." Everyone is welcome to at- We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a member- Hundreds of quilts are displayed points. www.ci.livermore.ca.us/citygov/ - $60 and are available through City Box or (925) 820-1818. tend. Some films are mature in content centered book group led by a small throughout the nursery, hanging from pw/public_works_divisions/airport/ Office, www.cityboxoffice.com or call James & The Giant Peach,Jr., Family and may not be suitable for children. group of book club veterans, with the branches of dozens of oak trees. Ad- open house/default.htm 415-392-4400. musical theater performed by local For more information or assistance, reading selections based on member mission is free. Guest artists are Edyta An Evening with Buffalo Bill Cody: Heart By Heart, Spin-off of the original youth. Roald Dahl’s popular children’s contact the Pleasanton Public Library at recommendations and consensus. Sitar and Debby Schnabel. Quilting Tuesday, October 10th, 7 p.m. Ed band HEART, 8 p.m. Sept. 30, Firehouse tale of fantastical adventure and friend- (925) 931-3400, extension 4. 400 Old No homework required– share your classes and quilting related activities Kinney Speakers Series. All events Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., ship. Presented by Civic Arts Stage Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton. insights or just listen in! Contact Nancy are planned; registration available are general seating at the Firehouse Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org or Company in partnership with Bay Area Tingstrom Turner at ntingstr@yahoo. online at www.aldenlane.com/events/ Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, 931-4848. Children’s Theater. The youth musical AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS com. quilting-in-the-garden Pleasanton, CA 94566. Tickets are $15 Tom Rush, Oct. 6, Bankhead Theater, theater production runs September Vita Voci, an 8 voice a cappella group, is Storied Nights: An Evening of Spoken \Witches Night Out, Oct. 4, 6 to 9 p.m. General Admission, $10 Seniors (65+) 2400 First St., Livermore, www.bank- 15 - 24. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 currently auditioning experienced Ten- Word. 2nd Thursday of each month. Downtown Livermore. www.livermore- / Students (with valid ID), $7 Members. headtheater.org or 373-6800. p.m.; matinees Saturdays and Sundays ors. Please contact Susan Anderson at Features local authors reading their downtown.com Tickets may be purchased online at Music Industry Roundtable, Oct. 6, at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $12, $15, $18; [email protected] for more work 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Peet's Coffee and David Vassar: Yosemite and Hetch www.museumonmain.org, at Museum 12:30 p.m. Barbara Mertes Performing Child or Senior: $7, $10, $13. Tickets information or to schedule an audition. Tea, 152 So. Livermore Ave., Livermore. Hetchy: Why National Parks? Thurs- on Main during regular operating hours Arts Center, Las Positas College, 3000 available at www.firehousearts.org, www.vitavoci.org Sponsored by LVPAC and Peet's. day, October 5, Rae Dorough Speaker or by phoning the museum at (925) Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. www. 925-931-4848, or at the Firehouse Livermore-Amador Symphony As- Information go to http://facebook.com/ Series. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First 462-2766. laspositascollege.edu/performing arts Arts Center Box Office, 4444 Railroad sociation's 45th Competition for StoriedNights St., Livermore. 373-6800 or www. Harvest Fair at the Heritage Park and Country Music Legend Lacy J. Dalton, Avenue, Pleasanton. Young Musicians, application deadline Children’s Fair, Sept. 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. bankheadtheater.org. Museums, 6600 Donlon Way. Saturday, 2017 Hall of Fame Inductee, 2 p.m. Oct. Kevin Johnson “Godzilla Theater” Sunday, September 10, 2017. (Ap- Robert Livermore Community Center, Taste of Africa 2017 - Cheza Nami Foun- October 14, 2017, noon to 5 p.m. Live 8, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ventriloquist, 8 p.m. Oct. 13, Firehouse plications will be accepted starting 4444 East Avenue, Livermore. www. dation, 10 a.m. Oct. 7, Firehouse Arts music, tractor-pulled wagon-rides, Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., on September 1.) The competition larpd.org Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. play in a hay stack, and vendor booths. or 931-4848. Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org or will be held on October 1. Open to Livermore Valley Coin Club 7th annual www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Admission to the Harvest Fair is free. Los Lonely Boys, Oct. 13, Bankhead 931-4848. instrumentalists and vocalists who Fall Coin Show. Sept. 10, 10 a.m. to 4 Airport Open House, Air Show and Wine $5 Activity Wristbands are available for Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, www. Dlux Puppets: “Alice in Wonderland” reside or attend school in Livermore, p.m. at the Livermore Elks Lodge, 940 Tasting, Sat., Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. participation in the Hands-on Activities. bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Life-size puppet theater. Oct. 20 and 21. Pleasanton, Sunol, Dublin, or San Larkspur Dr., Livermore. Free admission, at the Livermore Airport; hosted by Kidz Town Halloween Hay Day, Oct. Nikita Mndoyants, piano, Del Valle Fine Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ramon. Students are eligible through free wooden nickels, free coin apprais- Livermore Valley wineries and the City 28, 1 to 5 p.m. Downtown Livermore. Arts, Oct. 14. Bankhead Theater, 2400 Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org grade 12. If not enrolled in high school, als and estimates, hourly drawings. For of Livermore. The Open House features Trick or treating, costume contest, First Street, Livermore. www.bankhead- or 931-4848. the maximum age is 17. All instruments more information, call 980-9307. wine tasting by Livermore Valley winer- games, activities and entertainment for theater.org or 373-6800. Bullets Over Broadway, Oct. 21-Nov. will be considered. The purpose is to Taste of Downtown Culinary Stroll, Sept. ies, local vendors, vintage cars, music, children in 5th grade and younger. www. Pleasanton Community Concert Band, 5, 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. select two young musicians who will 10, noon to 5 p.m. Downtown Liver- a display of aircraft, performances livermoredowntown.com Music for Children of all Ages, 2 p.m. Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, Bankhead perform as soloists with the symphony more. www.livermoredowntown.com by air show pilots, flybys, parachute Oct. 15, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. at its February 24, 2018 concert. Each Splatter, Sept. 17, noon to 8 p.m. food, Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. bankheadtheater.org, 373-6800. winner/soloist will be awarded $500. wine, art and music at Emerald Glen firehousearts.org. Free admission; The Water Engine, October 20-29 Fri./ Applications must be accompanied by Park. Admission and parking are free. donations appreciated. Sat. at 8 p.m., Sun. at 2 p.m. Barbara an $8.00 application fee and a record- www.ci.dublin.ca.us Livermore-Amador Symphony, Heroes Mertes Performing Arts Center, Las ing for preliminary screening. Additional An Evening with Winston Churchill: Interfaith/Intercultural and Villains at the Pops, Oct. 20. Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., information may be obtained from www. Tuesday, September 19th, 7 p.m. Ed Livermoreamadorsymphony.org Livermore. www.laspositascollege.edu/ livermoreamadorsymphony.org or by Kinney Speakers Series. All events Friendships Topic for Chat Franc D’Ambrosio’s Broadway, 2 p.m. performing arts contacting the competition chairperson are general seating at the Firehouse Oct. 22, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 at 925.525.6070. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. COMEDY Cantabella Fall Registration for Pleasanton, CA 94566. Tickets are $15 Interfaith Interconnect will present its September firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Free Comedy Show every Thursday international award-winning Cantabella General Admission, $10 Seniors (65+) Religion Chat on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Lyn- Choir and Orchestra Concert, Oct. 26, at Sanctuary from 7:30-9 pm in the Children’s Chorus is now open to new / Students (with valid ID), $7 Members. newood United Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue, 7 p.m. Barbara Mertes Performing Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 First students. Classes offered in Livermore, Tickets may be purchased online at Pleasanton, from 5:00–6:00 p.m. Arts Center, Las Positas College, 3000 St. in Livermore. Pleasanton and San Ramon. High www.museumonmain.org, at Museum Refreshments will be served on the patio at 4:30 and Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. www. Party With The Riccardis– An evening quality music education to children on Main during regular operating hours laspositascollege.edu/performing arts with YouTube Video stars (over 12 ages 5-18. Visit cantabella.org/register/ or by phoning the museum at (925) from 6-6:30 to give attendees time to visit informally with Joan Osborne Sings Bob Dylan, Oct. million views!) Sandy & Richard join or call 925-292-2663 immediately 462-2766. each other. The event is free of charge and open to all. 27, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Riccardi. Saturday, September 9, 8:00 for more information or to register for Native American Day Celebration, Fri. The topic will be “Interfaith/Intercultural Friendships Livermore, www.bankheadtheater.org or p.m. Live on stage at the Firehouse the training choirs or to schedule an Sept. 22, 4 to 6 p.m. Bankhead Theater That Have Enriched Our Lives.” Speakers are Walter and 373-6800. Arts Center. All-original, all-comedy audition for the performing choirs. No Plaza, 2400 First Street, Livermore. Marsha Nakamura, Abdul Awwal, and Marian Conning. cabaret, chronicling their cracked and experience necessary. Free. Following the presentation, there will be time to discuss ON THE STAGE bushwhacked road to marital bliss, 5th annual Trains for Autism, Backyard Arsenic and Old Lace, 15 performances, social consciousness, and menopause. OPERA model railroad exhibition benefiting the the topic in small groups. including one preview, August 24 Current, socially relevant lyrics and Donizetti’s Don Pasquale, Livermore Autism Speaks charity, Sat., Sept. 23 Religion Chat is a monthly interfaith forum held on through September 17, 2017, at the tune-smithy jazz piano/vocal arrange- Valley Opera, Sept. 30, Oct. 1, 7 and 8. and Sun., Sept. 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the second Wednesday each month at one of Interfaith Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. ments guaranteed to charm your socks Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Liver- each day. 1664 Lodestone Rd., Liver- Interconnect’s twenty participating congregations in Third St. in Hayward, CA. Tickets are off. Reserved seating tickets $15- $25. more. http://livermorevalleyopera.com more. $40 donation per family includes Livermore and Pleasanton. The group’s mission statement $10-$29, and are available through the Tickets available at www.firehousearts. a catered lunch, raffle prizes for adults Box Office at (510) 881-6777 or online org, 925-931-4848, or at the center MISCELLANEOUS and a train scavenger hunt for the kids. is, “To enrich, inform, and educate ourselves and others at www.dmtonline.org. Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, in Hagemann Ranch Open House. Tours All are invited. For more information or about the great diversity of faiths and cultures in our Val- Eugene O’Neill Festival in Danville, downtown Pleasanton. of the 140+ year old ranch and free, questions, call 371-4409. ley.” In addition to Religion Chats, a variety of events are sponsored by the Eugene O’Neill Rita Rudner, Sept. 15, Bankhead Theater, family friendly seasonal activities. The Livermore Valley Wine Auction, Sept. 23, held each year to accomplish this mission, including an Foundation, Tao House. September 1-17 2400 First St., Livermore, www.bank- last Sunday of each month, 1-4 PM. 5 p.m. Wente Vineyards Event Center, annual potluck picnic in recognition of International Day John Millington Synge’s The Playboy of headtheater.org or 373-6800. Go to www.livermorehistory.com for 5050 Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Benefiting of Peace. This year’s picnic is September 16, 4-7 p.m., at the Western World (1907), Role Players San Francisco Comedy Competition, the monthly program. 455 Olivina Ave., under-served children in the East Bay. Ensemble at the Village Theater (233 Sept. 22, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Livermore. Livermore Valley Winegrowers Founda- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1501 Hill- Front Street in downtown Danville). St., Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. Political Issues Book Club meets the tion, www.lvwf.org crest, Livermore. O’Neill’s A Touch of the Poet (1942), org or 373-6800. 4th Tuesday of each month, and reads Altamont Cruisers, 28th Nostalgia Day To contact the group, email interfaith.interconnect@ Old Barn theater at the Eugene O’Neill books about issues and trends that are Car Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 24 in gmail.com. For more information, visit http://interfaithin- National Historic Site in the Danville driving current affairs in both the na- downtown Livermore. Fundraiser for lo- terconnect.weebly.com or on Facebook. 10 The Independent • September 7, 2017 BULLETIN BOARD

(Organizations wishing to run notices Also available will be a variety of plants to allergies. For information contact, vivian. Realty at 555 Peters Ave., Pleasanton. Counter Point (Addiction Family information, go to www.livermorevalleyro- in Bulletin Board, send information to PO decorate the home and yard. Volunteers [email protected], 925-858-0246; Pam Grimes 872-7552. Support Group), Counter Point is a free tary.org/ or contact Frank Vallejo, President Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care wanted for this fund raise. Question? e- GNON (Girls Night Out Networking) Dress a Girl Around the World, an faith based, Christ centered (Al Anon of Rotary Club of Livermore Valley, at 925- of Bulletin Board or email information to mail [email protected] to partner with Blue Star Moms: Mon., invitation to make simple dresses for girls based) program designed to help individu- 595-2004 or [email protected] [email protected]. Include name Jewelry Donations Needed. The Sept. 11. Community Outreach project in third world countries. Next Sew-Fest als with family members who suffer from Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning of organization, meeting date, time, place American Cancer Society Discovery Shop includes a special drive for Blue Star is Saturday, Sept. 16 from 9 am to 3 pm alcoholism and drug addiction. We meet and experienced dancers are welcome. and theme or subject. Phone number and in Pleasanton is requesting donations of Moms. Those interested in participating at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1225 Hopyard Monday evenings at 7:00 pm at Corner- Balkan, Israeli and other world dances, contact person should also be included. necklaces, bracelets, rings and watches on this special 9/11 GNON event and/or Rd., Pleasanton. Help is needed sewing, stone Fellowship (348 North Canyons easy line and circle dances, no partners Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) for its semi-annual jewelry event to be assist the Blue Star Moms with donations, ironing, cutting. Bring sewing machine or Parkway, Livermore across from Costco) required, casual dress. $3 per session Livermore-AmadorGenealogical held October 20-22, 2017. Take a moment etc., contact GNON Founder/Director, serger, iron, ironing board, scissors, along and Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm at St. (first time free). Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. Society, meeting 7 p.m. Mon., Sept. 11, to peek in your jewelry box and donate Frances Hewitt at (925) 487-4748 or at with helping hands. (Those planning to Michael Elementary School (345 Church at the Bothwell Arts Center (West end), Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 Nevada some of your unused vintage, designer, [email protected]. Visit the GNON stay all day should bring a bag lunch.) Street, Livermore). For further information 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Information: Ct., Pleasanton. Guest speaker will be costume and precious jewelry. Donations website at www.gnon.org/monthly-mixer. Always accepting cheerful cotton fabric contact Kent (925-243-0211) or Rachel George Pavel (925) 447-8020 or george. Grant Din Historian - Lecturer/Seminars are accepted at the shop during open html to RSVP. donations. Those who can’t make the (510-501-1411). [email protected] Author/Writer - Oral History/Interview. All hours: Mon.-Fri. 10-6; Sat 10-5; Sun Book Sale, Pleasanton Library, 400 Sew-Fest but would like to sew, arrange Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults Square Dance Lessons in Livermore are invited. No charge. He will talk about 12-5. The Discovery Shop is located at Old Bernal Avenue: Fri., Sept. 22: 6-9 for kits that can be sews at home. Ques- who get together for events like board beginning October 5, 7 p.m. at Del Valle Angel Island immigrant stories. For ad- 1989-E Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. p.m. (Members Preview); Sat., Sept. 23: tions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352-8447 or games, movies and fan conventions. High School, 2253 5th Street. All ages ditional information contact: Kay Speaks, Contact Kelley Meno at 925-462-7374 for 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., Sept. 24: 11 a.m.-3 [email protected] Meetings every Tuesday at 5:30 for dinner welcome. Dancing Thursdays weekly L-AGS Program Chair, email: program@L- more information. p.m. ($7/bag). Bring your own bags Friday Human Trafficking Panel and board games at Livermore Shari's from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. No partner or AGS.org Refreshments following the Introducing the Digital Library, and Saturday. Sale includes 40,000 Discussion by three experts: Brian Wo, Cafe, 1116 E Stanley Blvd., Livermore. A special attire needed. For more informa- presentation. Monday, October 16, 2017, from 10:30 – books, DVDs, CDs, maps, and other fun Director of Partnerships for the Bay Area schedule of upcoming events can be found tion call Margaret 925-447-6980 or Weeds as Indicators of Soil 11:30 a.m., the Livermore Public Library. items. Lots of books for kids. Sponsored Anti-Trafficking Coalition; Kathy Wilson, on Facebook at: Facebook.com/groups/ [email protected]. Problems, learning series talk, 11 a.m. to This free class will be held in Community by the Friends of the Pleasanton Library: Development Director of A New Day for TriValleyGeeks. Text Melody Evenson at Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store, open noon Sept. 16. Asbury United Methodist Room B of the Civic Center Library, 1188 friendsofthepleasantonlibrary.org Children; Adriana Panting, Anti-Sexual 925-209-1214 for more information. at 4014 East Ave. Hours will be 9 -6 Church; 4743 East Ave; Presented by S. Livermore Avenue. Registration is not Equine Nutrition The Tri-Valley Trail- Trafficking Specialist with Tri-Valley Haven. Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner meet- Monday through Saturday. Donations can FertileGround Works Garden of Grace - free required. The Library offers online classes, blazers will present a program featuring Sunday, August 27, 2017, at 6 PM Asbury ings every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:30 be left at 4014 East Ave in the rear of the to the public. museum passes, test preparation tools, Dr. Clair Thunes from UC Davis on Satur- United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, p.m. 530 Inklings Coffee Shop in the Ward- building, 9:30 AM to 5 PM M-F, 8 – 2:30 Livermore High School PTSA Safe and other electronic resources in the day, September 23, 2017, from 10:00am 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. Pot Luck robe Room, Pleasanton. Check website PM Sat, closed Sundays & holidays. and Sober Grad Night 2018 is raising the Digital Library. A Livermore Public Library to 3:00pm at the Robert Livermore Com- Supper at 5 PM. The public is invited to for meeting updates pleasantonlionsclub. Italian Catholic Federation, meets dough. Fundraiser at Melo's Pizza, 4433 card gives patrons access to Digital munity Center, Sycamore Room, 4444 East attend. Information 925-447-6156 org. Pleasanton Lions Club is a non-profit 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. First St., Livermore. Thurs., Sept. 14, 11 Library resources from any computer Avenue, Livermore. Morning refreshments OFA East Bay Central and Tri-Valley organization that seeks to identify needs Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 4001 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mel's will donate 20% of or mobile device with Web access. For and deli lunch will be provided. The morn- Progressives programs, Sep. 7 (Thu) within the community and work together to Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Anyone who proceeds to LHS Safe and Sober Grad more information about this class, call ing session will focus on how to assess 6:30-9:00PM Tri-Valley Monthly Action fulfill those needs. pleasantonlionsclub. loves all things Italian is invited to meet to Night. melospizzapasta.com or 371-4499. 925-373-5500. a horse's weight and condition followed Planning Meeting at IBEW Local 595 (6250 org. All are welcome. celebrate the Italian heritage with monthly Must have a flyer at time of purchase, The National Bird documentary film by forage fundamentals. The afternoon Village Parkway, Dublin). Voter Registration Have you been affected by some- dinner meetings and holding charitable flyers can be found at https://www. will be shown at 7 p.m. on Sat., Sept. 9 session will target how to select the right Training in preparation of National Voter one's drinking? Al-Anon and Alateen offer events. The group supports Children's Hos- facebook.com/livermorehighptsa Inquire at the IBEW Hall; 6250 Village parkway, feeds and supplements to compliment Registration Day Sep. 26 (Tue) at multiple hope and strength for families and friends pital research, college scholarships and at front counter to donate above your food Dublin, CA. This 92 minute film follows forage and insure a horse's needs are met. locations including Las Positas College and of problem drinkers. www.AlanonTriValley. other charities. For information, contact purchase three soldiers involved in the secret drone Advance tickets are $25 available until Livermore Civic Library. Contact KyokoT@ org, 925-277-7661, help@AlanonTriVal- Judy Wellbeloved, president, 462-2487. Livermore Community Blood Drive: program who became whistleblowers. Friday, September 22. Tickets are $30 the ofaebc.us. ley.org. ClutterLess Self Help Support Friday, September 15, 1-7 p.m., Asbury Their harrowing experiences with PTSD day of the seminar. To purchase tickets, Pleasanton Tulancingo Sister City Grief Workshop - Stepping Stones Group, nonprofit, peer-based, self-help, United Methodist Church, 4743 East Av- from killing people, the threats they faced contact Cleo Home at cleohome@yahoo. Association's annual BBQ Sat., Sep- on Your Grief Journey. Second and fourth support group for people with difficulty dis- enue. Every single day, Bay Area hospitals from the U.S government for becoming com. For questions call 925-243-1317. tember 9th at 5:30 pm at the Pleasanton Thursday at 7:30 pm Sept. 7 to Oct. carding unwanted possessions. Cluttering need over 300 units of blood to keep sick whistleblowers, and the extent of this Make checks out to TVT and send to 387 Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd. Included 26 at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 is a psychological issue, not an organizing and injured patients alive. Donate, bring drone program make this film a surreal Lloyd Street, Livermore, CA 94550. will be dinner prepared by Tony Macchiano Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton. A one-time issue. New meeting location: Parkview,100 a friend or family member to the drive experience. This free ($3.00 donations Castlemont High School all classes and his renowned Lickety Spit team. Music donation of $15 is requested. Space is Valley Avenue (main entrance), 2nd Floor and give the gift of life to our friends and appreciated), unaffiliated, public event has reunion picnic Saturday, Sept.9, from and Dancing to the local band, “TNT”. Live limited and Pre-registration is required. Activity Room, Pleasanton. Mondays neighbors who need it. Register at www. off-street parking, AC, and is wheelchair 10am-5pm at the Alameda County and silent suctions, a no-host bar and Please call Eleanor Flatley at 925-846- except some holidays 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. redcrossblood.org and use ASBURY925 as accessible. A meet & greet potluck starts Fairgrounds, Ivy Glen area. $10. entrance a fun crowd. Advance reservations are 8708 for more information. Come or call a volunteer at 925)289-5356 the Sponsor Code, or call Thomas Petty at at 6:30 PM, while a short discussion fol- paid at the gate that day and parking is available for $45 or $50 at the door. For Recovery International Support or 925-922-1467. More information at: 925-980-8164 for more information. lows the film. For info., call 925-462-3459 included at the W.P. lot on Pleasanton Ave. tickets/info.: Colleen at colleen.noble@ Group was developed by Abraham Low, www.clutterlesseastbay.org Flea Market, Sat., Sept. 16, Fraternal or email [email protected]. Bring own food and drink, none will be norcalgold.com or Jorge at jvictoria45@ MD. This group uses the cognitive- Questers is an international Order of Eagles parking lot, 527 North Tri-Valley Republican Women Fed- sold at the event. BBQ pits are available. comcast.net or www.ptsca.org. behavioral, peer to peer, self help training organization of lovers of antiques, Livermore Ave., Livermore. Space set up erated, meeting Sept. 14, Beeb’s Sports Contact Gregory Hickey 56, at whizman@ 2017 Juvenile Diabetes Research system to help individuals gain skills to collectibles, and history who encourage from 6 p.m.; closing at 4 p.m. Cost $20 for Bar and Grill Banquet Room (At the Las prodigy.net or 925-461-1381 with any Foundation East Bay One Walk, San lead more peaceful and productive lives. preservation and restoration of historical a 15'x15' space; $5 for a table rental. Sign Positas Golf Course), 915 Clubhouse Dr., questions Ramon Walk, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 at Meetings every Sunday at 4 pm. Leader: landmarks. At chapter meetings, members up for space at the Eagles social room. Livermore. Social time 6:30 p.m. meeting Widowed Men and Women of North- the Bishop Ranch, 2600 Camino Ramon, Barbara Sterrett.” www.recoveryinterna- learn about antiques, share and view Vendors welcome. Call Eagles Hall at (925) 7 p.m. All are invited. Guest speaker will ern CA, Sept. 16, 1 p.m. friendly bridge, San Ramon. Check in is at 9:30 am; walk tional.org/ Meetings take place at Arbor members' collections, visit historic sites, 449-6281 or Val Olson at (925) 449-5807. be Shannon Grove, who represented the RSVP by Sept. 9 to Patty, 875-0988. Sept. starts at 11: am. 3 miles. Contact: Emily Vista: 1300 S. Livermore Ave, Livermore. museums and antiques shops and help Armchair Travelers will take place at 34th Assembly District encompassing the 20, 1 p.m. lunch in Fremont, RSVP by Sliwkowski – email: esliwkowski@jdrf. Learn Scottish country dancing in non-profit organizations with restoration the Livermore Public Library Civic Center majority of Kern County, he first woman Sept. 18 to Vickie, 510-656-1166. Sept. org; tel. 415-597-6315. San Ramon Walk Livermore: lively reels and jigs and grace- and preservation work. Chapter meets on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 1:30 veteran to serve in that legislative body. 21, 5 p.m. Happy hour in Dublin, RSVP by info link: www2.jdrf.org/site/TR/Walk/Gr ful strathspeys that are the traditional the 4th Tuesday monthly from September p.m.. Gary and Nancy Oehrle will share Reservations due by September 11, 2017 Sept. 19 to Genene, 443-0515. Sept. 24, eaterBayAreaChapter4057?pg=entry& social dance of Scotland. Classes are to May. New members are invited to join photographs and stories of their adven- Call: Jo Molz: 925-846-6155 / Cell: 925- 1 p.m. lunch in Sunol, RSVP by Sept. 21 fr_id=6951 Mondays 8:00 to 9:30 pm at the Livermore the local Amador Chapter. If interested tures in the South of France. Adults are 367-6155 Or email: rjm911@sbcglobal. to Ruby, 462-9636. Sept. 28, 1 p.m. lunch Livermore Valley Coin Club 7th Veteran’s Hall, 522 South L Street, Liver- call President Rickie at 925-292-8123 or invited to this free program on the second net Include all names and a phone num- in Dublin, RSVP by Sept. 25 to Athene, annual Fall Coin Show. Sept. 10, 10 a.m. more. No prior dance experience required. e-mail [email protected]. Thursday of each month in the Community ber. $30 members, $35 guests. 846-0111. to 4 p.m. at the Livermore Elks Lodge, 940 Call Margaret Ward at (925) 449-5932 or Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Meeting Rooms of the Civic Center Library, Welcome Back BBQ, Girl Scouts of 6th Annual Taste of Pleasanton Larkspur Dr., Livermore. Free admission, Sheena MacQueen at (925) 447-1833 for Club. Feed your wonder about the Night 1188 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. For Northern CA, Cresta Blanca Service Unit. Restaurant & Shop Walk Fundraiser, free wooden nickels, free coin appraisals more information. Youth class (ages 8 and Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the additional information, call 925 373-5500. Sun., Sept. 10, 1 to 3 p.m. at May Nissen Pleasanton Lions Club, Tuesday September and estimates, hourly drawings. For more up): contact Sheena MacQueen (925)447- 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- Premium Meats and Plant Sale, Park, 685 Rincon Park, Livermore. Start 26, 2017 from 5:30-8:30 pm. Small information, call 980-9307. 1833 for info. ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. Sat., Oct. 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Livermore the 2017-2018 Girl Scout year right with bites & beverages from 22 participating Livermore High School Class of Rotary Club of Livermore Valley Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 High School. All proceeds benefit the 2018 a free *bbq for new and returning scouts restaurants and shops. Tickets $25 each 1967 is having their 50th Class Reunion invites interested individuals to attend its p.m. talk starts at 7:30 pm. For more info LHS PTSA Safe and Sober Grad Night. Pur- and their families. Serving hamburgers and may be purchased through the fol- over the weekend of Sept. 22, 23 & 24th. morning meeting. Meetings are held every visit us @ http://www.trivalleystargaz- chase premium quality chicken, beef, and with the fixins’, bug juice, and a cookie. lowing locations: Renee Huber State Farm It's a weekend full of fun things to do and Tuesday at 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & ers.org/ fish. Prices will be set on the date of the Games and crafts. RSVP on the following Office at 312 St. Mary Street, Pleasanton. 'old' friends to visit. Go to: http://liver- Grill at the Las Positas Golf Course, 915 Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 sale based on the current market rates. link: https://goo.gl/1ZuJaa *Pls note any 925-484-2222; Karen Neuer Open Door morehs1967.com/ Club House Drive, Livermore. For more Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s September 7, 2017 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD costumes give free guided tours beginning third floor movie room at Heritage Estates uucil.org Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Thursday 4 spiritual community for people of all faiths at noon, on the second and fourth Sundays Retirement Community. The address is Congregation Beth Emek, Center for ing the John Main tradition, every Monday p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up by appointment and backgrounds. Children's program of the month. Each tour includes the 1885 900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All are Jewish Learning, Prayer and Community 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact only. The Outreach Center open every 4th available. Ongoing groups and activities. Cottage and the 1891 Main House, and welcome. Contact is Lee Parlett 292-9280. in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, Claire La Scola at 447-9800. Saturday to distribute bags from Fresh and Rev. Micah Murdock, minister. 7567 Ama- the beautifully landscaped grounds. For DBE Daughters of the British Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi St. Innocent Orthodox Church, Easy Market and Sprouts. First come first dor Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 information on the Ravenswood Progress Empire, John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Dr. Laurence Milder, www.bethemek.org. 1047 Serpentine Lane #300, Pleasanton. serve basis between 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. am Sunday service. www.unityoftrivalley. League (RPL) or the volunteer Docent Chapter in the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated Sunday Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to 2333 Nissen Drive, Livermore. org. 925.829.2733. Program, please call the Docent Coordina- a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month with the Congress of Secular Jewish www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher Lynnewood United Methodist GraceWay Church worships at 10 tor at (925) 443-0238. at Castlewood Country Club. DBE was Organizations (csjo.org). Information, at (831) 278-1916. Church, 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary School, Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social founded in 1909 and is a nonprofit 501(c) Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 offers a friendly congregation where all 1454 Santa Rita Road while its new facility group of retired men who join together to (3) organization made up of women of 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services are welcome. Worship at 9 or 10:30 a.m. is being prepared. Services include band- better enjoy their leisure time. Activities British or British Commonwealth heritage First Church of Christ, Scientist, on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. on Sundays with Sunday school for youth led worship music, Sunday School for include golf, bridge, photography, travel, and ancestry with a focus on charity and Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at and adults at 10:30 a.m. and childcare at preschoolers and elementary through high fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- fellowship. Those interested in helping Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come both services. Contact Pastor Henry Kim school students. Infant care is provided. ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men with “the cause," enjoying social activities, 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The and worship with us and to enjoy our at 846-0221, send an email to office@ www.gracewaylife.org (925) 846-4436. living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, and forming long-lasting friendships, church and reading room are located at hospitality. For more information call the lynnewood.org or visit www.lynnewood.org. Grace Missionary Baptist Church, and San Ramon. The group meets for contact Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, church office 925-462-4802. The Church of Jesus Christ of Lat- meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. lunch on the first Thursday of each month or Jenny Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for which is open to the public, features St. Bartholomew's Episcopal ter-day Saints--Livermore Stake: Sunday (925) 667-1610. www.gracembc.com. at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest additional information. books, CDs and magazines for sale. For Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: Sycamore Sunday School, 9:45 am; Sunday Worship, Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), In- information, call (925) 447-2946. 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. Grove Ward 9:00 am; Windmill Springs 11 am. Relevant and refreshing Bible the Tri-Valley SIR at www.trivalleysir.org formation on programs and memberships, Sunset Community Church, 2200 Sunday service with Rev. Andrew Lobban, Ward 11:00 am. 950 Mocho St: Valley View teaching. Pastor: Jeff Barger. and the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. training philosophies and schedules, and Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship Priest-in-Charge, 10:00 am Eucharist with Ward 9:00 am; Vineyard Hills Ward 11:00 Discovery Church of the Nazarene, For information or to attend a meeting, call all things TVTC, an all inclusive triathlon/ service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service music, childcare and Godly Play children am; Mocho Branch (Spanish) 12:20 pm. 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. marathon/endurance training program. starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's education. 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: Tri-Valley Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community American Legion Post 47 in www.trivalleytriclub.com. church provided. A "Night of Worship" Little Brown Church, United Church Young Single Adult Ward 1:30 pm. Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at Livermore is looking for veterans in the American Legion Post 237, Meetings first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 The Church of Jesus Christ of 9:30 AM. Worship Service, Sundays at Livermore area who are interested in are the second Tuesday of each month Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: 10:45 AM performing community service for young at 7:30 p.m. at Veterans Hall, 301 Main p.m. Information, call 447-6282. littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Av- people and promoting veterans affairs. St., Pleasanton. Bring a copy of discharge Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday 2580 Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at enue, Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Interested veterans will meet with other document DD-214 to a meeting. Mailing Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Pathway Community Church, 1055 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: 11:00 a.m. Worship. For more information like-minded veterans for camaraderie and address is Amer. Leg. Post 237, P.O. Box Livermore. Information, 447-8840. Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contempo- Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. visit gatewaylivermore.org or call Larry support of veterans' causes. The American 823, Pleasanton.. Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, rary Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 am. Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., Trummel at 449.1444. Legion is the largest federally chartered Pleasanton Military Families is 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 Children, youth, adult programs. Biblically 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: Grace Missionary Baptist Church veterans organization that is the veterans a Pleasanton based support group for a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. based practIcal messages, nondenomi- Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. in Livermore invites members of the lobby and voice to congress. The Liver- those who have a loved one serving in the adult Bible study/Sunday school. For national. All are welcome. www.pathway- John Knox Presbyterian Church, community to Wednesday evening study, more American Legion Post 47 meets the Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on information, call 925-447-1246. communitychurch.org (925) 322-1222. 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship “Discovering the Bible.” Currently, the second and fourth Monday of each month the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share Asbury United Methodist Church Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for subject is , “The Holy Spirit and His Work.” at 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconcil- 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education The church address is 1759 Locust Street Building, 522 South L Street, Livermore. that are experienced. There is no better ing Church, where all are welcomed. Sun- at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/ Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group in Livermore. Wednesday Bible Study Enter the building from the ramp on the support than being surrounded by others day Worship time has changed to 10:00 Sunday School at 10:20 am. For more Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth begins at 6:30 p.m. www.gracembc.com 5th Street side. For more information go who know what you are going through. a.m. Children and youth are welcome. information, visit www.goodshepherd- group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Intro to to http://www.calegion.org/ or contact Bill Three times per year, the group collect Choirs for grades K-12 begins September livermore.org or call (950) 371-6200. jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. Jewish Culture School - Sunday, Septem- Bergmann at calegion.post47@gmail. supplies and sends care packages to the 10 at 11:30 a.m.. www.asburylive.org or Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors ber 10 from 10:30 - 12:30 at Alden Lane com or (925) 443-2330 or Roy Warner at troops. Contact [email protected] for call 925-447-1950. North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) Nursery in Livermore. Learn about (and 925-449-6048. the location of the next meeting. Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925- taste) apples and honey. Jewish Culture Assistance League® of Amador Livermore Military Families, a at 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; 906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. Schoo focuses on Jewish culture and Valley invites all visitors to join this dedi- support group for families in Livermore www.calvarylivermore.org or 925-447- Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- Center for Spiritual Living history. Curriculum provides a hands-on, cated group of volunteers, reaching out to who have a loved one serving in the 4357. lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 Livermore Valley - People from all faith fun learning experience featuring dancing, those in need in the Tri-Valley and having Military, is intended to be a safe place for Granada Baptist Church, 945 a.m. - Elementary aged children go to traditions, cultures, races and sexual singing, and cooking. JCS is open to ages fun doing it. Regular meetings are held on family members to come and share their Concannon Boulevard, Livermore. Kid’s Church following worship, nursery orientations welcome. Sunday service 6 through 14, leading to a Secular Bar/ the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. experiences and concerns with others who Services: Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; wor- available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs Bat Mitzvah. at the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasan- understand what they are going through. ship service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting Tri-Valley Cultural Jews celebrating ton. For more information, see our website, All family members are welcome to attend 447-3428. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; place 1886 College Ave., Livermore. Rosh Hashanah, the start of the Jewish www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday of Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 925-449-4848. Contact [email protected] or visit New Year, on September 20 from 7:00 e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ each month at the Livermore Veterans Me- Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, http://csllvlighthouse.org. - 9:00pm at the Bothwell Arts Center in yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. morial Building, 522 South L Street from services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 Livermore. TVCJ celebrates Jewish holidays Operation: SAM “Supporting All 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Call Tami Jenkins, a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. Rincon Ave., Livermore. www, smbclive. with a Secular Humanistic perspective that Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military 925-784-5014 or email livermoremilitary- org/ All are welcome. 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org com or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. is true to Jewish culture. Rosh Hashana support organization based in Livermore. families@yahoo. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Worship services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday traditions of self-reflection and tikkun S.A.M. has been in operation since January 6656 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Adult Sunday meets at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 South- family Bible school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study olam, repair of the world, the program will 2004. It is dedicated to the continued RELIGION school 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., front Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone and youth ministry, Wednesday 7 p.m. include readings, music and sounding of morale support of deployed troops. For First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Children's Church (Pre-K-5th grade) 11:15 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. Feed the homeless, Saturday 11 a.m. the shofar. Followed by a reception with information or donations, visit www. Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contem- a.m., Nursery to age 3, Women's Bible Cedar Grove Community Church, Prayer, 6 p.m. weekdays. apples, honey and homemade challah. operationsam.org, email operationsam@ plative Service in the Chapel and 10:00 study Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Senior Adult 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives Kids are welcome. Suggested donation comcast.net a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary Ministries meet every other month. For Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. away clothing and other items every $20/ non-member adult.Donation will be Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open and children’s program www.fpcl.us or ministry information call (925) 846-8650 cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. Monday 10-12. Donations are also ac- applied to the membership fee. Donations to new and established residents of the 925-447-2078. Trinity Church,557 Olivina Ave., Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palo- cepted on Mondays between 10-12. 4418 will be collected for the local food bank, Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services mino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. E. Avenue, Livermore. bring non-perishable food. first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 & Children’s Ministry times now at 9AM jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. Christ Church (a nondenominational Celebration Christian Center, 1135 on the second Wednesday of the month, a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 & 10:30AM. Small Groups also meet on Well Community Outreach Center evangelical church formerly meeting in Bluebell Dr., Livermore. 455-4250. Sunday Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, a.m. Children's classes during adult wor- Sundays, and during the week at various ministry provides meats, canned and dry Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho Services: 9am, 10:30am; children’s pro- family activities, and monthly adult ship service. AWANA children's program times/locations. Trinity Student Ministries goods, toiletries, and school supplies (only Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., grams: 9am & 10:30am; Spanish service socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. (7-12th Grade) meet on Sundays at 9AM available prior to the start of the school Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; at 3:00pm; Jr & Sr High: Wednesdays, visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. and on Weds. eve. from 7-9PM. Awana year). Those with an immediate need or Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 6:30-8:30pm. For more information on Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. meets Sundays from 3:30-5:30PM trinity- who would like to donate nonperishable a.m. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org weekday Bible study and prayer group Support Group meets every fourth Vasco Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday livermore.org or 925-447-1848. food items, call the office at (925) 479- or call 925.846.0665. schedules, go to www.celebrationcc.org Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the service. Information 447-8747 or www. St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas 1414 to begin the process. Wednesday and Unity of Tri-Valley is a welcoming 12 The Independent • September 7, 2017 Milestones Valley Humane Society to Celebrate 30 Years with a Birthday Bash For the past 30 years, the Valley Humane Society has strengthen the bond between people and pets. made positive impact in the lives of cats, dogs and people Thousands of animals have received direct assistance in the Tri-Valley region. On Thursday, September 21, 2017, from Valley Humane Society. Generations of children have the organization will mark this special anniversary with learned humane compassion, and countless local residents a birthday bash from 5-8 pm at their Pleasanton adoption have had their lives touched by the unconditional acceptance center, located at 3670 Nevada Street. The community is of a Canine Comfort Pet Therapy visit. Annually, more invited to stop by and join the celebration with cake and ice than 120,000 meals are distributed through the AniMeals cream, refreshments, and a furry fun time. pet food pantry to pet guardians struggling to care for their Valley Humane Society was initially formed as a private beloved animals. surrender resource for pet guardians who needed to relin- Valley Humane Society is also asking interested individu- quish their animals but didn’t want to place them at risk of als to contribute $30, or $1 per year as a celebration donation being euthanized in a high-volume public shelter. In the to help continue the lifesaving work for another 30 years. three decades since, the organization has worked at saving For more information about the party, or to make a donation, and enriching lives, with numerous evolving programs that visit valleyhumane.org

Livermore Valley Education Foundation President Day in the Park Raises Over $1.7 Million Dana Rowley presents Livermore Valley School District Director of Community Engagement Philomena Rambo Special guest performance by musician, filmmaker, and Francisco Stations were on hand to encourage fundraising humanitarian, Michael Franti and Spearhead, at this year’s efforts for The Taylor Family Foundation’s 27th Anniversary. with a $40,000 check. The money helped to fund the Day in the Park auction fundraiser helped drive donations The festivities started with an Epicurean Ensemble show- purchase of state-of-the-art anti-concussion helmets over $1.7 million. Local celebrities ABC7KGO TV’s Cheryl casing more than 60 Bay Area restaurants, local breweries for the Granada High School and Livermore High School Jennings and Mike Nicco, longtime supporter, Doug McCon- and California wineries including Walnut Creek Yacht Club, football teams. Livermore football teams are the first in nell (Bay Area OpenRoad.TV’s host), and KKIQ/KKDV’s Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Yankee Pier, The Boston Beer the East Bay Athletic League to receive the helmets. Jim Hampton, Sue Hall of 96.5 KOIT and the Entercom San Company, Va de Vi Bistro, and Zephyr Grill and Bar, all Photo - Greg Park of whom have supported the event for more than a decade. In keeping with tradition, the Live Auction started off Pleasanton Stake Announces Change in Leadership with Send-a-Kid to Camp, during which guests donated over $1.3 million. Auctioneer DawnMarie Kotsonis jump The Pleasanton California Stake of The Church of Jesus started the bidding with a yachting experience by SeaDream Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a change in the Stake Yacht Club which rolled into a bidding frenzy for a hands Presidency this week. The Pleasanton Stake is comprised of on chocolate workshop and private chef dinner for 8 guests, six Mormon congregations in the cities of Pleasanton and selling for $100,000. Dublin. Releases were extended to Jeremy D. McFadden, Proceeds from Day in the Park go directly towards fund- President, Richard L. Hair, 1st Counselor, and Alexander ing and facilitating The Taylor Family Foundation’s Mis- Tang, 2nd Counselor. They received an expression of grati- sion to provide wellness programs for Northern California tude for their faithful service from the nearly 1,000 members children with life-threatening and chronic illnesses, and in attendance. The release was necessary due to a job transfer developmental disabilities such as asthma, autism, brain of President McFadden. tumors, burn survivors, diabetes, heart disease, pediatric The Pleasanton California Stake will now be guided by cancers, pediatric HIV/AIDS and skin disease. President Brian Black with James Gardanier as 1st Counselor Since its inception in 1990, TTFF has raised close to $40 and Clinton Jensen as 2nd Counselor. Brian Black works at million to better the lives of 75,000 children and provide their Analog Devices, Inc., is married to Stephanie McConkie families with a respite from ongoing challenges. In addition Black and they have five children. James Gardanier is the to funding camp programs, TTFF provides financial and owner of Vision Media. He and his wife Kerry Kinateder emotional support for children and families in the community Gardanier are the parents of three children. Clinton Jensen who are in are in critical need. TTFF supports these families is a Director of Technology Risk Management at Kaiser in medical crisis through grants that provide children with Permanente, is married to Marianne Turner Jensen and they are the parents of six children. clothing, pay for funeral expenses, pay for medical devices, In the photo are President Brian Black with James President Black and his counselors, with the support of and help with day-to-day expenses. Gardanier as 1st Counselor and Clinton Jensen as 2nd their wives and children, will lead six congregations totaling Counselor more than 2,000 members.