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VOLUME LV, NUMBER 25 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol Council Asks for Report on Impacts Of Health Care Initiative on Livermore

The Livermore City Council certified that the Local Regulation of The report will identify the impacts of the initiative on Livermore. Health Care Service Costs petition had enough signatures to qualify The report is expected to be presented at the council's last meeting in See Inside Section A for the ballot. At the same time, city staff was asked to prepare what is July. At that time, the council will either adopt the initiative or place it Section A is filled with called a 9212 report. on the November 2018 ballot. information about arts, people, The 4 to 0 vote took place at the council's June 25 meeting. Bob City Attorney Jason Alcala, in talking about the initiative, said that it entertainment and special events. Woerner was absent. The vote included up to $100,000 to conduct the would require the city to determine whether certain charges for medical There are education stories, a study. However, staff said the cost would likely be $25,000. services for a particular patient that were received in Livermore exceed a variety of features, and the arts The Initiative was launched by SEIU United Healthcare Workers specified threshold. In order to do so, the city would need to fund and cre- and entertainment and West (SEIU UHW), a statewide local union of the Service Employees ate a department division within the Community Health Department. The bulletin board. International Union. (See REPORT, page 6) Pleasanton Hospitals Opts to Join Group CEO Coalition to End Discusses Homelessness Health Care The Pleasanton City Council Initiative approved a Legislative Frame- By Ron McNicoll work, a collection of actions that The Livermore Health Care included direction to join the Co- Initiative “has nothing to do with alition to End Homelessness quality health care, patient safety The vote was unanimous at the or cost,” according to the leader of council's June 19 meeting. a coalition of medical organizations A Legislative Subcommittee opposing the measure. reviewed the city's current Leg- The organizations include Stan- islative Framework, along with a ford Medical Center/ValleyCare list of bills for 2018 that the city Health, Kaiser, John Muir, and has been recommending. The Sutter Health, among a list of 35 Subcommittee also discussed and Livermore providers that could be encouraged the city's participation in the Coalition to End Homeless- affected by the initiative. They in- ness. clude smaller clinics with medical The Coalition to End Home- specialties, and two dental offices. less was started by the "Big 10 The initiative has qualified for Mayors" from the cities of Santa the Nov. 6 Livermore ballot. The Ana, San Diego, Fresno, Los An- initiative signature drive was or- geles, Long Beach, San Jose, San ganized by the SEIU/HCW health Francisco, Anaheim, Sacramento, care workers union. and Oakland to make a budget The Livermore Baseball team qualified for the Little League Intermediate World Series by beating the Union spokesperson Sean request to the Governor to allocate Danville team in two straight games. The World Series will be played in Livermore at Max Baer park Wherley said last week that the a quarter of the states $6 billion from July 29 to August 5. The Livermore team will play their first game on Sunday, July 29 at 6:00pm. health care workers want to act budget surplus toward cities. This The members are (bottom row, from left) Bobby Alvear, Tyler Trudeau, AJ Arante, Denny Derham, Drew to keep medical costs down for would provide funding directly Kardy, Tanner Griffith; (top row) Manager Steve Griffith, Andrew McKeever, Jason Krakoski, Bennett patients. The initiative would do to cities to build social services Johnston, Jack Davis, Coach Mike Trudeau, Carter March, Colin Johnston, Nate Keaney, and Coach this by limiting health care bills to infrastructure, such as shelters Dan Johnston. For another photo and more information, go to page 6. Photo - Bill Nale 115% of the actual cost of services. and supportive housing, as well as The surplus would be refunded to services to homeless individuals “the payer.” That could mean indi- and families. viduals, if they are self-insured, or The Legislative Framework medical insurance companies. provided direction on a range of The union says that the federal legislation, including opposition and state governments are not act- to local, regional, state or federal A Year In Kenya Brings Both Tragic mandates that are unfunded or ing to limit costs, so the union partially funded, support for effec- wants to enable voters to do so, tive options to address unfunded And Fulfilling Experiences to a Doctor said Wherley. pension liabilities, and backing for However, Duane Dauner, leader BART to ACE. By Jeff Garberson medical clinic at the Livermore site The clinic is located in the of the Protect Our Livermore Hos- Becky Hopkins, assistant city After a year in southern Kenya, of Sandia National Laboratories, village of Matoso, on the eastern pitals and Health Care coalition, manager, described one of the where she directed a rural medical where she had worked for 27 years. shore of Lake Victoria near the said that the union is using the recent bills that has drawn a nega- clinic on the shores of Lake Victo- Last week, in an interview about equator. Weather there tends to be initiative to put pressure on Stan- tive response from the city. She ria, a local physician has returned her time in Kenya, she recalled warm and humid, with tempera- ford Medical Center as a way to noted that AB2923 would give to collect supplies to carry back to events ranging from the tragic to tures in the 90s most afternoons organize at Stanford’s ValleyCare BART land use authority over Africa later this summer. the exotic to the pedestrian. and a welcome breeze from the and Emeryville locations. land it owns or buys within a half- When she goes back to Africa, There was the child who died lake in the evenings. The union signed a contract mile of a station. Hopkins stated, she will only stay for two months, in her arms en route to a hospital; Buildings are single-story, last year with Stanford Medical "Cities don't see a reason for the wrapping up a few projects and the man dying of massive infection made of cinder block with steel Center in Palo Alto. Now, it wants bill. There is already a process in helping a new clinic director tran- days after a hippopotamus attack; roofs and often no ceilings, which (See INITIATIVE, page 6) place to work with cities to have sition into the job. Then she will poisonous snakebites; a single means they became hot. Electri- development approved." return to the U.S., where she now clinical thermometer for eight cal energy was provided by solar She added, "BART supports makes her home in Reno, for good. examination rooms; a hole in the panels and a generator. Rallies Planned the legislation to make it more The doctor is Stephanie Ball, roof of a holding room that bats Electricity was not always In Support of who until last year headed the flew in and out of. (See KENYA, page 2) (See COALITION, page 2) Families Belong Together Dublin Council to Look At Families Belong together has organized rallies in the three Valley cities for June30. Big Picture for Growth The group writes on its website, "Donald Trump and his administra- By Ron McNicoll is time to reevaluate it, including The Dublin City Council will both residential and commercial tion are cruelly separating children pause to look at where growth development. from their families. But we won't stands, now that the city is about “We still have infill and expan- allow it to continue. On June 30, two-thirds of the way toward sion land. We never looked back to we're rallying in Washington, D.C., building out its General Plan. see if the plan works for us. We had and around the country to tell Don- Councilmembers supported staff look at vested and unvested ald Trump and his administration Mayor David Haubert’s suggestion housing, but we heard from the to stop separating kids from their at the June 19 council meeting. community that they feel the plan parents." City Manager Chris Foss said the approved 25 years ago is not work- Local rallies begin in Dublin staff should be able to bring in a ing. They cite school overcrowding with a gathering at 11 a.m. in the report in September summarizing and traffic,” stated Haubert. city hall amphitheater. past actions, and what potential Haubert added that the review Pleasanton is the next stop with decisions remain. does not represent a call for a a 1 p.m. event at Lions Wayside Mentioned by the council and moratorium on growth. Photo - Doug Jorgensen Park in the downtown. staff as subjects for review were CHILD CARE OK’D Relay for Life for the Tri-Valley took place over the weekend at The final stop will be at 2 the Specific Plans for East Dublin, FOR POSITANO Dublin High School. Survivors and caregivers marched together. p.m. at the flagpole in downtown the Transit Oriented District near On another item, the council The annual event is not only a fundraiser for the American Cancer Livermore. East Dublin/Pleasanton BART, and reversed a 4-0 Planning Commis- Society, it focuses on cancer survivors, as well as those currently For more information, go to Downtown. sion decision that denied the Safari fighting cancer and honoring those who have lost their lives to https://act.moveon.org/event/fam- The General Plan was adopted Kid Day Care and Community ilies-belong-together in the 1990s. Haubert said that it (See DUBLIN, page 8) cancer.

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Community members up for consideration: World be in place, in addition to are invited to join in what War I armistice, Daylight the shade provided by trees has become a tradition for Savings Time, and baseball in the park. celebrating the birth of our (always a Giant?) So that’s Event sponsor is Heritage nation at a free concert and what ended up being the Bank of Commerce. Music (optional) picnic in Lions theme.” sponsor is ACCUSPLIT, Wayside Park from noon to Mayor Jerry Thorne will makers of certified accurate 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, provide the welcome as the pedometers and stopwatch- July 4. About 100 volun- program begins. Pat Bosma, es. Food sponsor is Lions teers are involved in produc- as Lady Liberty, will lead Club. ing the celebration. a singalong of our national This year’s masters of “Celebrating Freedom anthem. Music from Ber- ceremonies will be Ken and its Evolution since the nstein’s “West Side Story” McDonald and Les Duman. Revolution” is the perma- will be featured, as will The 2018 recipients of the nent title of the event. This “Take Me Out to the Ball Ed Kinney Community Pa- year’s theme is “American Game” and several tradi- triot Award, Herb Ritter and Giants: Bernstein, Doug- tional patriotic pieces. Nancy & Gary Harrington, lass, and Baseball.” Also included will be a will be honored. The award How was that theme se- tribute to those who have is named in memory of the lected? The answer was served in the military, past first master of ceremonies provided by Bob Williams, and present, and their fami- for the event, former mayor conductor of the Pleasanton lies, as the band plays the Ed Kinney. Community Concert Band. anthems of each branch of Founder W. Ron Sutton “This year’s program came the service. American Le- says, “The all-volunteer together last fall when an gion Post 238 and Veterans event is a fun way to make alumni magazine mentioned of Foreign Wars Post 6298 sure that we remember some significant anniversa- will provide the color guard. Fourth of July for more than ries happening in 2018, in- Boy Scout Troop 908 will fireworks and barbecues. cluding Leonard Bernstein’s assist with set-up for the Photo - Doug Jorgensen We celebrate our shared centennial and Frederick program, which attracts hun- Celebrating at last year's event in Pleasanton. heritage – and still have Douglass’ bicentennial,” dreds of people of all ages. time for other activities in said Williams. “Both of The Pledge of Allegiance the evening. these men were giants in “Two decades ago, the will be led by a naturalized day” to the United States of first three hundred members cream cones at Meadowlark their chosen fields, and se- Alameda County Fair offi- citizen. America. of the audience to arrive. Dairy, adjacent to the park. lecting music and words to Audience members pro- cials cancelled their Fourth place them in the context A popular feature is “A Children will be given boxes Several shade canopies will vide their own chairs or Dog & a Drink for 2 Dol- of Cracker Jack (in keeping of July fireworks after a of evolution of America’s blankets, and they are en- shooting had occurred the freedom was very easy. lars” – the hot-dog lunch with the baseball theme) or couraged to wear red, white, sold by the Lions Club. Li- -- especially for those with previous year. We realized “As planning progressed, and blue. The audience can that Pleasanton had no other several other events came ons also provide hand-held peanut allergies -- wooden 4th of July sing along to “Happy Birth- American flags free to the tokens to trade for soft ice- celebration planned for our Fireworks in Independence Day. That’s why we started ‘Celebrating Downtown Freedom and its Evolution KENYA since the Revolution.’ And (continued from page one) Livermore guess what? The county fair officials just announced that The City of Livermore reliable, which meant basic in childbirth. Asked why on foot. tions, the Matoso clinic Fourth of July fireworks lighting was available, but she always seemed happy, In some cases, that means often saw the victims of and Livermore Downtown Inc. will present the 5th have been permanently no air conditioning. Still, Evelyn said, “I’m alive! I walking from Tanzania, bites from poisonous snakes Annual Downtown 4th eliminated. We continue to they had refrigeration to have today!” whose nearest border is like mambas. The patients of July Red, White and offer a fun, family-friendly keep vaccines and medicines Ball was inspired to take about 10 miles to the south. were supposed to get more Boom Fireworks Celebra- way to honor our special as cold as necessary. the Kenya post by a month An equivalent effort in anti-venom injections on tion. national holiday” As for oppressive after- of volunteer effort in Sierra the Livermore-Pleasanton succeeding days, but many Street closures are at 4 One fun tradition for re- noon heat, Ball soon learned Leone, on the opposite side area would be for a sick or never returned. p.m. with fireworks sched- turning audience members to deal with that by the of the African continent, injured patient to walk from Lack of infrastructure uled to start at 9:30 p.m. is looking for their photos simple expedient of sitting during the Ebola crisis of Vasco Road in Livermore to might be the reason -- the The fireworks will from last year in the mosaic still when possible. 2014-2016. Stanford-ValleyCare Hos- absence of convenient trans- be launched off the roof of pictures on the printed In the evenings, they Back then, she joined pital in Pleasanton to seek portation, no affordable of the parking garage on program. sometimes had to choose teams that processed and medical care. place to stay nearby. So Railroad Avenue. This Independence Day between charging up their tested medical samples in Not surprisingly, the pro- might the high cost of the Walk-in viewing is event is produced by Pleas- computers and keeping the a mobile lab that the U.S. file of medical challenges is serum itself. free. No alcohol son- anton Community Concert lights on. government had contributed very different from that in an Cost was a factor more sumption, BBQs, fire pits Band, for CelebratingJuly4. Challenges like these as part of an international American clinic. generally and sometimes or fireworks are allowed. org. Both are local non- were not so much a surprise assistance effort. Malaria is the number led to tragedy, Ball said, For more information profit organizations. as the pervasiveness of cor- That effort was “com- one killer, with diarrhea, as many families could not call Livermore Downtown ruption, she said. “I was pletely different” than the sickle cell anemia and up- afford to take their children Inc. at 925-373-1795 warned about it but it just Kenya job would be, she per respiratory infections to a hospital. The hospital didn’t seem real until I ran recalled: mostly administra- rounding out the four most itself was expensive, and the into it.” tive “in a lab setting with no common causes of death, family would need to find a Open Sat 6/30 & Sun 7/1, 1-4pm She said there were times patient contact.” Ball said. About one-fourth place to live nearby. when a payment might have Still, Sierra Leone of the clinic’s 2,000 patients “I would say (to a moth- enabled her to procure sup- “turned me on to Africa: are HIV positive. er), ‘You know, this child plies that seemed endlessly beautiful, energetic, happy Central record-keeping has to go to the hospital. You unavailable. “I didn’t even and hard-working people was mandated by the Ke- have to take the child.’ The know sometimes that people in a stunning setting on nyan government for HIV message involving children were jerking me around and the other side of the world. patients only. Otherwise, was, ‘If you don’t take them expected money.” Who could ask for anything patients carried their own they will die.’ And some- more?” medical record booklets, times they took them and ‘Creative, optimistic, The Matoso clinic that which they might or might they lived and sometimes 2063 Ponderosa Drive hard-working’ she directed is the largest of not remember to bring on they took them home and 3 BD / 2 BA / 1,305 SF Despite the challenges, three operated by a nonprofit their next visit. they died.” Make this lovely duet your new home she grew passionate in de- organization called Lalmba, Most of those who die of Ball’s personal future in North Livermore! $685,000 [email protected] scribing the people she treat- which has brought medical malaria are under five, sug- plans are not firm. Moving www.EllenGoold.com CA LIC #01926766 ed as “creative, optimistic care to East Africa since the gesting that those who are from Livermore to Reno, she and hard-working.” early 1960s. born with immunity or who is enjoying gardening and “Somehow, they rose The clinic opened in 1989 develop it at an early age can some down time while she above the hardships, perhaps as a walk-in facility in the tolerate the disease as adults. collects baby blankets and Are You Injured? because they appear to live literal sense of the term. other basic supplies to take in the moment.” While some patients ar- Poisonous mambas back to Africa in August. You Need To Know Your Rights! Ball recalls a smiling, rived by bus or motorcycle As one of the few places She remains unsure INJURIES RESULTING FROM cheerful woman named Ev- – known locally as picki- to offer anti-venom injec- whether 2she col will x 2.5”return news to • C A R, BUS, TRUCK • DA N G ERO US PREMISES: elyn who had lost a child pickis – many showed up medical practice when she • PEDESTRIANS HIT BY AUTO SLIP & FALLS/TRIP & FALLS comes backJUN-28-2018 from Africa for • BI C YCL E, MOTORCYCLE, BOAT • I N PRIVATE HOMES COALITION good, but she is passionate in • ROA D CONDITIONS • D O G ATTACKS/BITES (continued from page one) her belief that the U.SInd needsIcate correctIonsConta or Cta PProVaL VIa eMaIL to pay attention to the medi- an ExpEriTheEn CEIndependentd injury is Lawy not responsibleEr for any mistakes not efficient to develop land and Tri-Valley Haven, for ex- local control hasn't worked cal conditions of people• OK in as is MiLa Logvin today! give it the ability to build ample, is in the process of when it comes to housing. the rest of the world. identified by client. 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Proof (925) 447-8700 Fax: (925) 447-0212 JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 3 VALLEY ROUNDUP Audit Rated Excellent Commission has received 100 percent clean audits since World's Third Fastest Supercomputer The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Al- its inception in 2010. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s next-genera- ameda CTC) has received a Certificate of Achievement Alameda CTC's CAFR for the year ending June 30, tion supercomputer Sierra has been judged the third-fastest for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government 2017 was judged by an impartial panel to meet the high computing system in the world, according to the TOP500 list Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada standards of the program, including demonstrating a announced at the International Supercomputing Conference (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to communicate in Frankfurt, Germany. (CAFR) for the year that ended June 30, 2017. clearly its financial story and motivate potential users and Expected to be fully operational this fall, Sierra will The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of user groups to read the CAFR. The GFOA is a nonprofit support the National Nuclear Security Administration’s recognition in the area of governmental accounting and professional association serving nearly 19,000 government (NNSA) core mission of ensuring the safety, security and financial reporting. finance professionals. effectiveness of the nation’s nuclear stockpile. It is antici- An Independent Watchdog Committee (IWC) annually Visit www.alamedactc.org to learn more. pated to go into production for classified work in 2019 with confirms that Measure B and Measure BB tax dollars were capabilities in machine learning and high-resolution model- spent in accordance with the intent of the two measures. The ing and simulation. It will perform complex multi-physics calculations at speeds far beyond any other supercomputer deployed by the NNSA, a semi-autonomous agency within the Department of Energy. “NNSA and its predecessors have led the nation and the world in development of supercomputing technology since World War II,” said NNSA’s Advanced Simulation & Computing Program Director Mark Anderson. “Sierra is the latest in this proud tradition and is optimized to provide maximum efficiency for the NNSA mission.” Running a standardized benchmark test utilized by the TOP500 organization on a portion of the system, Sierra clocked in at nearly 72 petaFLOPS (quadrillion floating- point operations per second) in maximum performance, placing it behind China’s Sunway TaihuLight, a system developed by China’s National Research Center of Parallel Computer Engineering & Technology (NRCPC) but ahead of the next fastest Chinese supercomputer, the Tianhe-2 (MilkyWay-2). Sierra is expected to top out at 125 pet- aFLOPS of peak performance, about 6 to 10 times more powerful than LLNL’s current flagship system Sequoia. LLNL’s Program Director for Advanced Simulation & Computing Mike McCoy stated, “Sierra will be needed to meet the demanding requirements of the Life Extension Programs (LEPs) and other mission deliverables into the 2020s. Our preparatory work in advanced architectures on Sierra is already bearing fruit through improved simulation capability.” Sierra’s TOP500 result means the U.S. currently has two of the three fastest computers in the world, with the top slot occupied by Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Summit system. Pictured (from left are) LAVTA Executive Director Michael Tree, Dublin Mayor and LAVTA Board member David The TOP500 list is compiled twice a year and is based Haubert, Alameda County Supervisor and LAVTA Vice Chair Scott Haggerty, Pleasanton Councilmember and on scores from the LINPACK benchmark, which involves LAVTA Chair Karla Brown and Assemblymember Catharine Baker. solving a dense system of linear equations. The next TOP500 List will be released at the 2018 Supercomputing Conference in Dallas in November. Correction LAVTA Autonomous Bus Takes A story in the June 21 Independent mistakenly called the Livermore Health Care Initiative “the Kaiser initiative” in one reference. As the story says in a previous paragraph, Ceremonial Trip at BART in Dublin the sponsor is a health care workers union. It is not Kaiser. The “Kaiser effort” reference in the story was Kaiser’s joining with other health care providers to work against Valley officials became the first riders of the autonomous distance down a street for about a block, said Tree. There the initiative. bus that Livermore-Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAV- was a driver as back-up, in case anything went wrong, but TA) will be putting into service, perhaps in two or three years. it didn’t. The elected dignitaries gathered on June 22 with others at The all-electric vehicle is 12 feet long, 7 feet wide, the Dublin BART station. On hand were TV reporters, Dublin weighs 3500 pounds, had special temporary DMV license city staff, and officials connected with government funders plates for the rides. It seats six passengers, with standing of the project, said LAVTA Executive Director Michael Tree. room for six. Assemblymember Catharine Baker, Supervisor Scott Product testing will occur at the same site over the next Haggerty, Dublin Mayor David Haubert and Pleasanton twocoming or three years, throughsoon! a series of 130 scenarios. When oPEn sAT & sUn 1Pm - 4Pm Councilmember and LAVTA board president Karla Brown the autonomous bus is ready to be put in service, it will be were among the local officials who took the first ride. used in Dublin, through a special smart phone app, similar Most of the 60 people present at the special ceremony to the way ride-hailing services are contacted. It will carry at the East Dublin/Pleasanton BART station rode the short passengers to BART, where a transfer to regular Wheels bus lines is available.

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Proof (925) 447-8700 Fax: (925) 447-0212 4 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018 EPA Bill Rider Would Bar Lawsuits Against WaterFix EDITORIAL By Ron McNicoll cost, all of it from water rate Harris has announced for drinking, and groundwa- A rider attached to increases. her opposition to the rider ter storage. The MWDOC Valuable Programs From the federal Enviromental The EPA bill’s rider states, through her press secretary, board voted on June 18 to Protection Agency (EPA) "Any resulting agency deci- said Bob Wright, attorney support the Calvert rider. Livermore Lab Foundation funding bill would pro- sion, record of decision, or for Friends of the River, one MWDOC spokesperson The Livermore Lab Foundation has started hibit any federal or state similar determination shall of the environmental groups Damon Micalizzi said that lawsuits against the final hereafter not be subject to trying to remove the rider. the Delta bypass has been high-value programs at Lawrence Livermore environmental impact judicial review under any Congressman Eric Swal- scrutinized for more than a National laboratory this summer, creating report (EIR) for the Cali- federal or state law.” well, who represents the decade, and produced more opportunities for capable students from under- fornia WaterFix. The 31-word rider was Valley, opposes the rider. than 50,000 pages of envi- served populations, as well as from Livermore Senators Dianne Fein- written by Congressman Swalwell responded to an ronmental reports. “With all schools, to experience the world of science. stein and Kamala Harris Ken Calvert of Corona, in e-mail from a reporter by the scrutiny and study that have come out against Riverside County, located saying, “I’m aware of the has happened to date, there These include undergraduate students from the bill. east of Los Angeles. Calvert rider to the EPA is more than enough to move Florida A&M, an historically black univer- The WaterFix consists Senators Dianne Fein- funding bill. I think it’s a bad forward,” said Micalizzi. sity; from Cal State-East Bay, said to be the of a $17 billion proj- stein and Kamala Harris idea. Congress shouldn’t be There was no discussion most diverse university campus in America; ect proposed by Gov. have come out against the using appropriations bills to by the MWDOC board of and from high schools in Livermore. While Jerry Brown to build bill. Feinstein said in a let- bar access to courts.” the constitutionality of bar- they are at the lab, the students will acquire one or two tunnels from ter to Senate Appropria- Attorney Wright was one ring law suits in federal and the Sacramento River to tions Committee leaders in of 10 signers of a letter to state courts, said Micalizzi. knowledge and skills, including communica- the State Water Project both parties that she was California Attorney General However, there have been tions skills, that can serve them and the society (SWP) intakes for water “in strong opposition” to Xavier Becerra. The letter “legal attempts to try to they live in for years to come. that travel from the Delta the rider. asks Becerra to do all that he thwart a project that has all The Foundation’s activities are investments southward. “A project as divisive can to defeat the rider. the virtues of having co- in the future. We need more activities like The water goes to and complex as the $17 bil- Organizations among the equal goals, and is good for Central and Southern lion WaterFix should only letter’s signers are Friends of the environment,” he said. these. The students who benefit from their California via canal. proceed subject to the full the River, Restore the Delta, The WaterFix includes experience at LLNL may someday make con- However, some of it goes scrutiny of our state and Sierra Club California, the the Twin Tunnels. However, tributions to national defense, to developing to the South Bay Aque- federal laws, and our estab- Center for Biological Diver- Micalizzi was referring to sustainable energy sources or reducing dam- duct (SBA), which sends lished institutions, includ- sity, California Sportfishing the fact that the project also age threatened by a rapidly changing climate. the water to Zone 7 Water ing review by independent Protection Alliance. and has a separate EcoRestore Perhaps they will pass their experiences on to Agency, the Valley’s wa- judges,” states Feinstein. the Environmental Water plan that will improve Delta ter wholesaler. “Water is the lifeblood of Caucus. levees and restore marsh- others through teaching. Zone 7 gets 80% of California, and for a project The Municipal Water lands in an effort to help Whatever the future holds for these stu- its water from the SBA. that will determine our wa- District of Orange County the Delta’s environmental dents, Foundation directors and staff deserve Zone 7 endorsed the Wa- ter future, we must not cast (MWDOC) is on the op- health, said Micalizzi. our thanks for their efforts in preparing them ter Fix last year on a aside all the rules at the last posite side. Like Zone 7, it “This is the single, most for success. 5-2 vote, the first agency minute to the advantage of taps the SWP for some of cost-effective way that can to back it. The Zone 7 some, and to the detriment its water, but it also draws ensure water reliability contribution is expected of others,” Feinstein writes on the Colorado River for based on studies,” declared to be about 1% of the in her letter. potable reuse recycled water Micalizzi.

MAILBOX (Opinions voiced in let- visit in April to share in the This is a reasonable conclu- Safe roads begin with a business plan for the long their capital needs of $1.3M. ters published in Mailbox celebration. sion, since LSF proposed safe drivers: Make it a rou- term operation of the use, Once they raised a total of are those of the author and We appreciate the support 150 seats compared to tine to turn off your phone including anticipated costs $2.5M, they would get a do not necessarily reflect of the Independent promot- LVPAC’s 250 seats. Also, or place it on silent when and funding sources.” loan for an additional $2.5M the opinion of The Inde- ing our association through LSF forecast lower costs and driving. Beeps or vibrations LVPAC provided the fi- to reach a $5M capital cost pendent. The Independent sharing information about lower fundraising. However, will tempt you to look. nancial information that was so they could start construc- will not publish anonymous our activities and commu- their theater space is actu- Keep it out of reach. requested in a comprehen- tion. They did not address letters. All letters are re- nity events throughout the ally larger. A professional Placing it in the glove com- sive and well thought out fi- the loan they would need for quired to have the names year. has calculated the areas partment, back seat, or trunk nancial plan. The Livermore an $8.1M project if no City of the persons submitting shown on the architectural are a few recommendations. Shakespeare Festival gave funds were forthcoming. them. Abusive letters may drawings of both theater If you continue driving totals to the City and the Their annual operating be rejected or edited. Fre- Black Box Theater Kelly Cousins quent letter writers may have proposals. Shakespeare’s like this, it will become a public, but in their submittal plan also lacked detail. LSF Outreach Chair, Liver- publication of their letters building footprint is 1888sf habit. Driving with a cell to City staff, they requested said that projected reve- more delayed. Letters should be larger, total square footage phone by you will eventually that the specifics of capital nue in year one would be Valley Performing Arts sent by email to editmail@ including 1st and 2nd floors seem unusual. and operational expenses $197,000 and expenses other Center compuserve.com) is 220sf larger and perfor- Let’s say, you want to be kept confidential. As than new staff would be I would like to person- mance space is 46sf larger. find an easy route to Berke- a result, staff redacted the $83,000. They would add ally congratulate Livermore I thank the City Council ley Rose Garden or know financial detail from the pub- one and one half persons California Laws Shakespeare Festival (LSF) Ken Bradley and staff for consideration where your friend is located lished report. Councilman to the staff leaving them an for securing from the Coun- of both proposals. Coun- there? Find a place to park Bob Coomber (who was the annual surplus of $23,000. Livermore cil the right to negotiate the Who makes the laws in cil members have asked your vehicle and find the in- lone no vote) aptly described How, with only $23,000, agreement with the City to LVPAC to join with LSF formation using your phone the LSF proposal as being does LSF plan to pay the California? I was taught that develop and manage the the legislature made the laws to build on the strengths of then. akin to talking about “rain- annual interest expense of proposed downtown Black each. Let’s work together Also, keep looking at bows and unicorns,” and not $150,000 on the $2.5M and the executive branch Box Theater. LSF produces a enforced them. Recently toward a collaborative plan the road with sober eyes. about a real business plan. construction loan, or more, very successful summer the- that fits the community’s If drinking is done at any Here are some comments if they needed to borrow an five unelected people of the ater series, as well as read- California Energy Commis- vision of the downtown and gathering you attend, please by the four council members additional amount to reach ings throughout the year, satisfies the City’s financial make sure a sober driver who voted for awarding this $8.1M? sion ruled that after a date classes in the schools and a they selected, all new homes goals. drives you. Those are the plan to LSF: LVPAC anticipates the children’s summer theater In the meantime, LVPAC eyes all drivers should have. Bob Carling questioned black box theater will cost would have to be built with program. I wish them well solar cells. This extra cost will remain committed to Please, do this each time the raked seating plan pro- approximately $13.5 mil- with all their ventures. serving Livermore and the you drive. You will not posed by LVPAC; Mayor lion to design and build, means many people will not Because Livermore Val- be able to buy a new home. surrounding region through regret it. Marchand said some mem- and approximately $416,000 ley Performing Arts Center the arts by supporting our bers of the board of LVPAC annually to operate. LVPAC When everyone is demand- (LVPAC) also made a pre- ing affordable homes these nine resident companies, as Black Box Theater have been critical of the has secured $2.35 million sentation to the Council to well as other local arts and downtown plan that the to date, and outlines appro- five people ruled to make develop and manage the Issue community serving orga- David Rounds Council approved and asked priate plans for additional homes more expensive. Black Box Theater, I am nizations, including Liver- Livermore why would the City want capital fundraising from in- It seems that there are writing to note a few mis- many such agencies, com- more Shakespeare, Cheza Vice-Mayor Robert Wo- to work with them; Vice dividuals, corporations and understandings that were Nami, East Bay Jazz High erner said, “It's not really Mayor Bob Woerner said foundations. The itemized missions, and groups that expressed at the May 18th are determined to tell us School All-Stars, Tri-Val- about the money right now,” about LVPAC’s proposal, list of operating expenses, meeting. ley Nonprofit Alliance and and just like that, the City “Frankly, a proposal based including personnel, pro- how to live. I wondered • LVPAC’s plan involved just how many of these law dozens more. Additionally, Council voted 4 to1 to accept on commercial success is vided in the LVPAC pro- retractable raked seating we will continue to grow the Livermore Shakespeare not what we are trying to posal was more than offset making groups are out there because, with the press of a so I asked for a list of them our education programs Festival organizations (LSF) do here”; and finally, Coun- by the detailed multi-layer button, the space could in- that have served more than qualifications to build and cilman Steve Spedowfski revenue plan they presented from Congresswoman Baker expensively be reconfigured and Senator Glazer. So far I 10,000 students annually run the Black Box Theater said he favored a smaller and this did not include any to accommodate any size since 2016 with events like (BBT). venue and that we should City dollars. have not received a list from audience up to 250 seats. If either of them. the Livermore Innovation The LSF and the Liver- go into this with lowered Why, with the two lop- a performing group wanted Fair, the free family concert more Valley Performing Arts expectations. However, in sided proposals, did the The list may be so long seating on three or four sides that our legislature may take with Livermore-Amador Committee (LVPAC) both the drawings shown to the City Council vote to go with of the stage, rather than just Symphony, school assem- submitted bids for the BBT council, both proposals for the Livermore Shakespeare a while if they are able to one, then the raked seating compile it at all. blies, master classes, art in response to a Request for the theater appear to be close Festival? At the very least, could be retracted, and the camps and scholarships, and Qualifications (RFQ) sent to the same size. The coun- shouldn’t the council have theater space rearranged Independent Thanked more. We welcome anyone out by the City. The City was cil (except for Coomber) did delayed their decision until in any way desired. Most who would like to join us in very clear about its financial not seem focused on a criti- LSF could provide to the Margo Tarver people were not aware of Publicity Director, Pleas- our outreach to the diverse expectations. This is what cal issue for the electorate, Council and the public the the total flexibility and effi- cultural and educational was said under the financial the financial viability and detailed financial informa- anton Tulancingo Sister ciency that retractable raked City Association groups in the community. capacity section of the City’s long-term success of this tion that City staff had re- seating could provide. submittal requirements: project. Here are some of quested of all applicants? The Pleasanton Tulancin- • At the same Council go Sister City Association Start Summer Safely “Provide clear and com- the financial facts from the Not every citizen of meeting, some preferred Lori Martin pelling information to dem- two proposals. Livermore will attend a would like to thank the In- the LSF 150 seat Black dependent for the excellent Tracy, California onstrate the developer’s LSF told the council that performance at a Black Box Box Theater because they Many drivers head to the financial capacity to execute they could build and furnish Theater. However, if fully coverage that they gave thought that the LSF devel- our association on its 35th highways in the 14 weeks and complete the project a BBT for $5M. To arrive paid for with non-public opment was small in com- between Memorial Day and successfully. Describe a at this figure, they would funds, most people would Anniversary celebration parison to that of LVPAC. and the Mexican delegation Labor Day. Due to the traffic clear capacity to fund or need to talk to the City about find a BBT a positive addi- congestion, it can be deadly. develop funding for all sharing expenses. When tion to their city and more That depends on each driver. project costs. Specify and questioned about this by a than likely would attend one A drunken driver hit me clearly describe all sources, council member, LSF said of the many outdoor events when I was 16 in 1992 and types and amounts of eq- that if Livermore Shake- made possible with this I was severely injured. I uity, financing, grants, and speare Festival had to build theater. Even so, citizens never expected that to hap- other funding sources for the building without funding do not want this project to (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) pen, but it did. My hearing, the project, including ongo- from the City, their capital be a financial drain. Only Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala talking and walking were Associate Publisher: David T. 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JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 5

The City Council’s Downtown Plan

Marchand, Woerner, Spedowfski and Carling voted YES. Coomber voted NO.

WHY DID THE CITY COUNCIL REJECT THE BEAUTIFUL CENTRAL PARK LIVERMORE DESERVES? In addition to Stockmen’s Park with its lawn performance area, Livermore deserves an activated and continuous park like the one pictured above that celebrates our hard won open space surrounding the City. But that’s not what we got from our City Council.

JUST HALF THE OPEN A BETTER IDEA SPACE WE COULD HAVE An alternative plan shows how the Much has been said about downtown plan can be rearranged the “open space” in the City to have a beautiful Central Park Council’s plan. But their plan with wandering paths, a gathering gives us only about half the place with tables and benches open space that would be under trees, a children’s play possible. Much of it is just area, art and history panels, water walkways and grass through features and more. Running from a 3-and 4-story housing the Bankhead Park Plaza to L complex, not a real park that Street, it would join together all we can all enjoy. our downtown amenities.

IT’S NOT TOO LATE. ASK THE CITY COUNCIL TO GET THIS PLAN RIGHT!

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Livermore Team Work Underway on High Qualifies School Stadiums in Livermore for World Series The 2018 Host Team for the Little League Inter- mediate World Series will be Livermore’s hometown team. This is the first year that the local team has made it into the tournament. Livermore won the Dis- trict 57 Tournament on June 20th. The Intermediate team is a combination of play- ers from Granada Little League and Livermore Little League. They played all of their home games at Max Baer Park, the World Series field. The Intermediate World Series will be held in Liver- Denny Derham hits a two out double down the third base line knocking in two runs, putting the Livermore more July 29th through Home side bleacher demolition at GHS. August 5th. Baseball team up for good in a 10-7 win over Danville in Visit http://intermediate- the Championship game of the District 57 Intermediate worldseries.org for more Tournament. Those who gathered on put in our stadium this sum- nance cost. information. the bleachers this month mer,” said GHS Principal PJ These projects will pro- to see students graduate at Daley. “We cannot wait to vide upgrades to LVJUSD Golf Camps Granada and Livermore have our first home football physical education facilities ClubSport Pleasanton is offering First Tee of the Tri-Valley 2018 Sum- High schools (GHS, LHS) game and to host all of our - a specific requirement of mer Golf Camps. had the distinction of being fans safely and effectively.” the Measure J Bond sup- Camps begin July 10th and run a part of two transitions Each project includes ported by the Livermore through August 10th. 4-day camps, either half-day or full-day, will be held – celebrating both the aca- replacement of the home and community - and will create weekly, Tuesdays through Fridays. demic success of the Class visitor bleachers, as well as safe gathering and spectator They will be held at the Pleasanton Golf Center (on the Alameda County of 2018 and the final day a new press box. Work at areas for students, local com- Fairgrounds), 4501 Pleasanton Av- of the bleachers on which LHS also includes a track munity groups, and visitors. enue, Pleasanton. Golfers are separated into Begin- they sat. expansion project consisting Along with previous turf and ning, and Intermediate. In addition On-site preparation for of a new rubberized surface track improvements com- to learning fundamentals of the golf stadium renovations started and eight running lanes – up pleted at both high schools in swing and game, during summer camp your child will be introduced to our on June 9th, the day after from the old track’s six – 2017, weather-related down- character education and life skills pro- the commencement festivi- giving LHS the same track time will be considerably grams that help kids and teens prepare for success at school, at home, and in ties, as summer began for size as other high schools reduced, creating additional their community. Participants learn to students in the Livermore in the Tri-Valley. Accord- opportunities for physical appreciate diversity, resolve conflict, build confidence, and set goals for Pictured are the West Coast Wildfire Valley Joint Unified School ing to James Petersdorf, education, practices, and their future both on the golf course District (LVJUSD). The Athletic Director at LHS, events that complement the and in their everyday lives. Lessons are offered in a fun, activity-based, Measure J Bond Program while the current track meets campuses’ great academic more information visit fusionsc.org. group setting with trained coaches. would each net a goal. Jaden Hall, who kicked off its stadium proj- regulations for a high school programs. seemed unstoppable, would score two Information at www.thefirstteet- ects with a bang, starting facility, the additional lanes “The Livermore student rivalley.org more goals in the half to deliver a four goal performance. Sporting was never Fastpitch with the demolition of the will allow the school to host athletes are in for such a able to gain any momentum primarily Mavericks Fastpitch is looking for because of Wildfire's stingy defense additional players at the 12U & 14U well-worn bleachers sur- invitationals and dual meets. great treat with this new fa- West Coast Soccer led by Ari Moore, Kate Wallace, Isa level programs. They are also recruit- rounding the football fields Both the home and visi- cility,” said Petersdorf. “The The West Coast Wildfire were Saavedra, Meredith Hagler, Fayth ing Coaches for a 10U program for this 2 points behind SF Elite with one Hinojosa, Jordan Brown and Julianne Summer and Fall season. To schedule at GHS and LHS to make tor side bleachers will be new bleachers and track will game in hand, needing a win to Munoz who all defended extremely a tryout or gather more information, room for updated seating. made of aluminum, a safer put us in a great position to complete an undefeated season and visit www. MavericksFastpitch.com well to keep SC Sporting from scor- The projects were underway material than the old wooden continue to grow our already capture the NPL title. West Coast ing. Goalkeeper Brianna O’dell, as the Wildfire made a statement with a 8-0 last line of defense, would finish off as soon as possible after bleachers that could splinter successful programs. Thank domination in their final NPL season the season in spectacular fashion by CYO Cross Country match win over Santa Clara Sporting The St. Michael CYO cross coun- the school year ended and and deteriorate over time. you to the Livermore com- ensuring another shut out game for try team will begin practices for the at Levi’s stadium. Starting off in the West Coast team Wildfire. will continue throughout The aluminum is also more munity for helping this proj- first minute, Savannah Seals crossed fall season on Wednesday, August 15. to Jaden Hall who scored the first The team is open to all children from the summer toward the cost-effective to maintain ect become a reality.” goal of game. The second goal came Fusion Registration kindergarten through eighth grade who planned completion - in and will not require painting These projects are funded shortly afterwards again by Jaden Hall Livermore Fusion Soccer Club is live in Livermore or attend St. Michael. assisted by Tatiana Elsea. During the now accepting registrations for Fall Practices will be MWF at 5:30 with trail time for Homecoming at throughout the years, keep- through Measure J Bond Recreational and Select Soccer. For runs on Sundays. Meets are on Fridays second half Wildfire continued their from September 21 to October 19. both campuses. ing the bleachers looking program’s to pay for mod- dominance in the game by scoring Please see our website at http://www. “We are very excited new while reducing mainte- ernizations and upgrades to 6 more goals. Tati Elsea, Savannah smisctrack.org for more information or Seals, Kate Wallace, Heather Taribini contact Tracy Vogler at vogler@alum. to have the new bleachers LVJUSD campus facilities. mit.edu or 925-980-2159.

REPORT (continued from page one) department would review provide medical services ported the initiative, saying said that it would be chal- pital's response to data when able in the United States. all the billing for patients within the Livermore city it was needed to deal with lenged in court. confronted with the facts "Heath care providers are in Livermore who received limits. Its provisions would issues at the hospital, such as Bill Rhodes Research for infection rates and high gouging the public." services, then determine if impact health care services the rate of infections. Analyst - SEIU UHW, stated pricing. "They never address The final speaker was the amounts charged exceed and endanger services for Attorney Curt Kirschner that their attorneys are con- issues head-on." opposed to the initiative. the base value. The enforce- low and no cost community Jr. of Jones Day represent- fident of the constitutional- Also supporting the ini- Scott Gregerson, Valley- ment branch would be the health programs, including ed Stanford and Stanford- ity of the initiative. He said tiative was Doug Jones, who Care CEO, said of the re- Community Development screenings, education and ValleyCare. He told the that enforcement cost to the noted that many thousands quirement for the city to Department. wellness classes and other council that he believes the city will be offset by fines signed to place the initiative administer the provisions of Councilmember Bob preventive care." initiative is unconstitutional, described by pricing and on the ballot. He claimed the initiative, "Livermore Coomber, "I was flabber- He and others predicted an encroachment on both rebates in the initiative. He that in 2016, Stanford was in not positioned to wrestle gasted when I saw that that health care providers federal and state laws that said that the claim medical one of the three most profit- with this incredibly complex medical service costs were may be forced to close or fully govern and regulate the providers would leave the issue." determined without medi- relocate to other cities. provisions of healthcare. He city was typical of the hos- cal conditions being con- Innovation Tri-Valley sidered. Without knowing CEO Dale Kaye recounted the conditions, how would her experience with Valley- you know the patient was Care. She said that no one INITIATIVE overcharged?" plans to go to the hospital. I (continued from page one) Councilmember Steven didn't. She ended up having Spedowfski said that he major surgery and spending to organize the Valley and have such a big impact on Medicare or Medi-Cal are an e-mail June 26 to Daun- found it frustrating not to be time in the ICU in Pleasan- Emeryville locations of Livermore. People who are not even paying for 100% er’s comments. He said, able to speak in detail on the ton. She praised the staff for Stanford Medical Center, affected by the initiative of their costs, so they "More than 1800 Stanford initiative. "I look forward to its professional and compas- said Dauner. The union would be likely to file an won't receive a refund. University Medical Center expressing my feeling about sionate care, with the iea has also brought a peti- action, he stated. That’s also true for those employees, who are mem- it at some point, once we that reflected staff through- tion to the Palo Alto City Livermore medical ser- who are underinsured or bers of SEIU-UHW, reached receive more information." out Stanford Health Care Council, which approved vices would face cutbacks, have no insurance. Only a contract agreement with Mayor John Marchand system. Kaye added, "The it for the ballot last week. with Livermore patients people with commercial their employer in September also said there was a need initiative can't do anything That’s part of the pressure, likely having to go to health plans would be 2017. This ballot initiative’s for more information. for affordability. It places he said. neighboring cities to ob- eligible for the refunds. goal is to improve patient Members of the public an extraordinary burden on Emeryville sued SEIU/ tain services, according to The simple fact is that care by encouraging provid- on both sides of the issue the city. There is no reason HCW in January, claim- Dauner. Kaiser operates a commercial health insur- ers to invest more in staffing, expressed their viewpoints. to let a politically motivated ing it did not have to clinic in Pleasanton, similar ance companies subsidize medical equipment and fa- Those opposed to the organization debilitate our issue a title and summary to the one in Livermore. patients who are not pay- cilities, rather than inflating initiative included medical medical care." for the initiative, thereby Stanford Medical Center/ ing their own full costs, their profits and boosting professionals. Dr. Darcy Beard, Chief blocking the union from ValleyCare’s main campus said Dauner. If a medical executive salaries.” Brent Siler said, "They of Women's Health at Kaiser circulating it. However, is in Pleasanton. Sutter and provider has to refund Wherley also answered are trying to use the ballot Livermore, said, "I know we a judge ruled on June 21 John Muir also have offices payments over 115% of Dauner’s comments about box to get their agenda with need to address the rising that Emeryville must grant in Livermore. Small clinics costs, it will be coming predicted economic diffi- Stanford, Kaiser and who cost and are committed to a title and summary to the might have to relocate out out of the provider’s pock- culty for medical providers, knows who else down the a collaborative process to union. of town, said Dauner. et. That would not leave which Dauner said could road." do so. It would be a process In Livermore, the city Dauner said the refund enough revenue to cover be created by the initiative. John Sensiba, a volunteer that protects access to health issued a title and sum- of money paid above 115% everyone’s cost. With a “There is nothing in the member of the Stanford- care, not one that is politi- mary for the initiative, so of actual cost of services situation like that, medical initiative that prevents them ValleyCare Board stated, cally motivated and will not there is no way to halt the would go to medical in- services providers would from making a profit; in fact, "It is clear that the measure deal with the higher costs of process, said Dauner. It is surance companies, not have to cut back, or even it allows them to charge 15 is nothing more than an health care." likely a suit will be filed individuals, unless they are relocate to another city, percent above the cost of attack on local health care Several employees at against the initiative at self-insured. added Dauner. care,” said Wherley. and small businesses that Stanford Health Care sup- some time, since it would People who are on Wherley responded in JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 7

Accident Doesn't Stop Livermore Resident

By Carol Graham Nicole Nicolay was a passenger in a car exiting I-580 at Vasco Road when a texting driver slammed into her car several years ago. “The car we were rid- ing in was totaled, and so was the car in front of us,” Nicolay said. “My seat- belt was instrumental in preventing me from flying through the windshield, but it caused damage that required surgery. My body twisted, causing injuries to my hips, back and neck that I still manage today. I spent eight months going to physical therapy 2-3 times a week. I go back now when I have flare ups.” Yet the Livermore resi- dent hasn’t let the accident hold her back. This year, she competed in the presti- gious Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon on June 3 in San Francisco. “Escape from Alcatraz is one of those challenges that is both epic and scary — a bucket-list opportu- nity,” said Nicolay, 42. At left is Nicole Nicolay on practice ride (photo - Doug “The things that scare you Jorgensen; in the lower photo Nicole crosses the finish have the ability to create line at the 2018 EFAT. immense change. This was my second time racing Escape from Alcatraz. The first was in 2015, and I had such an exhilarating time I knew I would do it again.” Donate Your Vehicle to For this, the 38th an- nual Escape from Alcatraz tri-ValleY conserVancY Triathlon, 2,000 racers Help Preserve Land for Future Generations jumped off the San Fran- cisco Belle near Alcatraz Island at 7:30 a.m. to begin “I usually get up be- fitness festival and expo on Though Nicolay fin- the 1.5-mile swim across tween 4 and 5 a.m. every Marina Green that is free to ished 27 minutes behind the bay. day to train before my attend and full of activities, her 2015 time, she was “The cold water knocks kids go to school,” said booths and excitement.” pleased she had persevered the wind right out of you the full-time real estate Escape from Alcatraz is despite her injury. when you jump off the agent and part-time public hosted by IMG (originally “The run hurt, but it hurt Donate cars, trucks, boats, tractors and boat. The current is so speaker. “I'm a believer in known as International so good,” she said. “I had RV’s. Running or not. Tax Deductible. strong they tell us to swim the benefits of functional Management Group), a so much fun challenging across it, then parallel to strength and yoga to sup- talent-management com- myself.” call 1-888-686-4483 the beach,” said Nico- port my swimming, cycling pany and global leader in To learn more, visit Tri-Valley or visit lay, who growing up in and running. I also teach sports, fashion, events and escapefromalcatraztri.com, Conservancy triValleyconservancy.org Pleasanton had competed two classes on Mondays media. Triathletes this year and nicolenicolay.com. on local swim teams and at LifeStyleRx: Turn & came from more than 50 for Amador Valley High Burn Spin and Functional countries, ranged in age School. “This year the cur- Strength.” from 18 to 89, and included rent was quite strong and I The Escape from Al- world-class professional almost overshot the swim catraz Triathlon is named and Olympic athletes along 2col x 3” news out and had to kick wildly for its iconic starting with challenged athletes. JAN-25-2018 against the current to get point – Alcatraz Island, “This race is never a to shore. I wasted some which served as a federal sure thing; you have to IndIcate correctIons or aPProVaL VIa eMaIL energy and time by doing prison from 1934 until apply for a random draw- that, but I also finished the 1963, housing some of the ing to even get into the • OK as is The Independent is not responsible for any mistakes not swim in 34 minutes — my country’s most ruthless and race. The weather can also identified by client. Computer screen and print quality fastest time so far.” notorious criminals includ- dictate whether or not the • OK with changes noted may have variations in text, color and photo. Accuracy After coming ashore ing Al Capone, George swim actually takes place,” of color reproduction from digital files is not guaranteed. at Crissy Field, the race’s “Machine Gun” Kelly, said Nicolay, who was • Make changes We accept no responsibility for color variations, between staging area, triathletes Mickey Cohen, Whitey nursing a mild injury prior and return for approval submitted images and final ads, due to printing process. cycled an 18-mile course Thank You! Bulger, Alvin “Creepy” to the competition. “On Thanks to YOU, we kept our community and over 700 graduating through the Presidio, fol- Carpis, and Robert Stroud, June 3, the weather and 2250 First St Livermore, CA 94550 lowed by an 8-mile run to seniors SAFE and SOBER on the night of graduation. A BIG Shout

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Photos - Doug Jorgensen The Alameda County Fair runs through July 8 at the fairgrounds in Pleasanton. On hot days, misters can be found to cool off under. Colorful rides add to the festive feel of the fair. On the 4th of July, admission gates will be open from 11AM to 3PM. Admission before 11AM or after 3PM is not permitted. Parking lot entrances will close at approximately 2:30PM. No re-entry with hand stamps will be honored after 3PM. Since the fair closes before dark, there will be no firework show on the 4th. However, the Fair will offer “Born Free,” a special video & fireworks presentation, every night following the Big O Tires Concert Series show at the amphitheater. DUBLIN (continued from page one) Center permits to build a near East Dublin/Pleasanton exit the property’s parking REFORM SOUGHT counterpart might improve meeting. The revision will child care center and com- BART. The dispute there lot onto Positano Parkway, Near the end of the meet- the situation. raise fees in some areas of munity meeting room at the pits two different views of because of the proximity of ing, after several council- Councilmember Abe city government, and reduce corner of Positano Parkway the density to which the de- the traffic lights at the nearby members stated that the Gupta lent his support to ed- them in others. The goal is to and West Cantara Drive in veloper is entitled for multi- intersection with Cantara Planning Commission was ucate the Planning Commis- have fees cover 98% of the the Positano neighborhood. family units on the property. Way, making that a potential off base concerning the Sa- sion. He said there have been cost of issuing permits. The public/semi-public Some in Dublin have safety problem. fari Kid application, Coun- past efforts, but the problem Such permits include fire zoning for the 2-acre site asked the council not to ap- Other councilmembers cilmember Janine Thalblum remains. Legally, the city inspections, construction was approved as part of the prove high densities, until also expressed concern suggested that the city give does not have to have a and many city paperwork entire Positano development problems of school crowd- about that the right turn. A the Planning Commission Planning Commission, but items required by the public. in 2005. The zoning allows ing and traffic congestion condition will be inserted “remedial training, so they eliminating it would make The permits add to staff time for child care, communi- are worked out. into the permit banning such understand their job and the council’s work more costs. Annually, Dublin’s ty centers, senior centers, The Safari Kid applica- turns. Parents can turn right what they can and can’t time-consuming, he stated. costs are $9.3 million. Rev- houses of worship and other tion generates no new units. from Positano Parkway into do, and should and should Gupta said that he thought enue in Fiscal Year 2017-18 similar uses. The developer is relying on the lot, and both enter and not do.” the problem resulted from “a was $220,000 below ex- The development will the General Plan designa- exit the lot from Cantara Thalblum said that she gap in ability.” He suggested penses. As a result, the city have 10,600 square feet for tion. Way. was almost to the point of creation of qualifications council wants to balance the child care center, and Councilmember Abe The application was sup- asking for removal of one for Planning Commission the fees and expenses. By 4000 square feet for the Gupta said that he is as con- ported by five of the 17 unnamed Planning Commis- nominees to meet. law, cities may not charge community room. cerned about traffic conges- speakers from the audience, sioner, who “overstepped GARBAGE RATES more than 100%, because City Attorney John Bak- tion as much as anyone in with the other 12 in op- boundaries.” TO RISE 4.6% they would then be making ker said that if the council the city, but he did not think position. Supporters talked Mayor David Haubert The council unanimously a profit off the fees. did not approve the per- it was worth risking liability about how well an existing said, "I also noticed, as we approved a 4.6% increase mits for the application, the in a lawsuit. Safari Kid is being run on rotate the chair, that it can in home collection garbage city would be exposed to Bakker told the council Dublin Boulevard. This new be daunting to someone who rates for the coming fiscal a lawsuit from developers that it had to focus on wheth- one would have a yard for has not held a gavel to run a year beginning July 1. NON ATTORNEY Braddock & Logan, who are er its findings are consistent outdoor education and play, meeting, especially where The minimum service of ALTERNATIVE selling the site to the child with the public/semi-public which a speaker said is very audience members violate one 32-gallon can per week Excellent Customer Service care operators. designation. important for a child’s health the ’no jeer and no cheer’ will rise from $24.94 to The developers sent the The City Council’s vote and development. rule.” The City Council $25.09. The 64-gallon resi- Competitive Rates city a letter saying that fail- for reversal of the Planning Opponents focused on has a guideline that audi- dential service will go from • Divorce • Deeds ure to approve it would be Commission decision was morning traffic congestion, ence members must not $51.95 to $54.34. • Probate • Living Trust “inverse condemnation,” 4-1, with Councilmember with its travel to jobs and applaud or boo speakers on A staff report of pro- which means the govern- Arun Goel voting against it. schools, including Dublin the council or at the audience posed rates in other Valley ment is taking a property During council discus- High School. rostrum. Haubert reads the cities showed Dublin as without paying for it. Deny- sion, Goel said that he was One point that opponents guideline at the beginning of the cheapest. Livermore ing a use would take away concerned about the con- raised was that heavy traf- audience comments. charges $38.42 for one-can value from the property, gestion from heavy traffic fic could create a block Haubert did not single out residential service, and for Atlas Document and would be considered a around 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., for emergency vehicles. the Planning Commissioner, Pleasanton residents must Preparation Services taking of property. when many parents are tak- However, Police Chief Gar- saying other Commission pay $33.80. (925) 577-4736 The city already faces a ing children to schools, and rett Holmes said that the Chairs would benefit from The council also unani- 120 Spring St, Suite L, Pleasanton suit over development be- the child care parents would roadway is wide enough for the training, too. He also mously approved the city’s cause it denied approval for be doing the same. cars to pull over to allow an thought that each council- fee schedule revision, as www.atlasdp.com Charlotte R Hargrave, CP & LDA. Registered and bonded Ashton at Dublin Station in Goel said at one point that emergency vehicle to pass. member communicating proposed and approved on Alameda County #96. * I am not an attorney. I can only the Transit Oriented District cars should not be allowed to PLANNING PANEL with a Planning Commission a first reading at the June 5 complete documents at your specific direction.

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2250 First Street, Livermore, CA 94550 Phone: (925) 447-8700 Fax: (925) 447-0212 JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 9 SHORT NOTES Energy Occupation Labor, medical records for East Bay. Volunteers work Association’s Get With The at the hospital and treatment as they are in compliance Workshop the illness they are filing alongside taff in preparing Guidelines®-Stroke Gold with the clot-buster tissue with the new guidelines. An Energy Employ- for, and any other docu- and serving lunch to senior Plus Quality Achievement plasminogen activator, or Food items must be con- ees Occupational Illness mentation pertinent to their citizens. Award and the Heart Failure tPA, the only drug approved tained in a soft-sided cooler/ Compensation Program EEOICPA claim. Sign up to be a volunteer Gold Plus Quality Achieve- by the U.S. Food and Drug insulated bag. Hard shell coolers/ice chests are not Act (EEOICPA) Resource About the EEOICPA The for Spectrum Community ment Award, and also quali- Administration to treat isch- permitted, as well as loose Workshop will be held as an was created to compensate Services. Call Spectrum fied for recognition on the emic stroke. and provide health care Community Services at 510- Target: Stroke Elite Honor “We are pleased to rec- food or food in large cater- opportunity to help the more ing-style pan, trays, bowls, than 48,000 former atomic benefits for individuals who 881-0300 ext. 242 or fill Roll. These awards recog- ognize San Ramon Regional worked in nuclear weapons out an application at www. nize the hospital’s commit- Medical Center for their etc. Cooking equipment of workers living in the area any kind is prohibited, as production and developed Spectrumcs.org. ment to ensuring patients commitment to stroke and access the federal EEOICPA are knives, metal utensils benefits they have earned serious illnesses as a result receive the most appro- heart failure care,” said Eric (or any item that could be from their years of work in of occupational exposure to Armchair Travelers priate treatment according E. Smith, M.D., national considered or used as a the nuclear weapons indus- radiation and toxic chemi- Armchair Travelers, a to nationally recognized, chairman of the Get With weapon,) charcoal or flam- try, including sites such as cals. free monthly program, will research-based guidelines The Guidelines Steering mable liquids, alcoholic Lawrence Livermore, San- take place at the Livermore based on the latest scientific Committee and an associate beverages, cans or glass dia, and Berkeley RadLab. Volunteers Needed Public Library Civic Center evidence. professor of neurology at containers. “Tailgating” in The Resource Workshop Spectrum Community on Thursday, July 12, 2018 San Ramon Regional the University of Calgary in parking lots is not permitted. is free to attend for former Services is a non-profit orga- at 1:30 p.m. Medical Center earned these Alberta, Canada. “Research A complete list of permis- workers and their family nization that assists in vari- While he was still a kid, awards by meeting spe- has shown that hospitals ad- sible & restricted items can members. It will be held on ous ways in our senior com- Bill Leach developed a taste cific quality achievement hering to clinical measures be found below. July 11, from 10:00 – 11:30 munities. They serve meals for travel and good food, and measures for the diagnosis through the Get With The July 4th is considered a.m. at Nuclear Care Part- at senior centers around luckily, he has been able to and treatment of stroke and Guidelines quality improve- a heightened alert day na- ners located on 60 Fenton the East Bay and Meals on pursue both. Bill and his heart failure patients at a set ment initiative can often tionally and the Fair has Street, Suite 3, in Livermore, Wheels program in the Val- wife, Donna, have been to level for a designated period. see fewer readmissions and established new hours and California. Due to limited ley. The program is in need Italy three times. On this trip These measures include lower mortality rates.” entry policies accordingly. The Fair will be open from seating, former workers are of volunteers to assist with they toured the far southern evaluation of the proper use meal service at the many Puglia area before crossing of medications and treat- Fair's New Policies 11AM until 6PM on the 4th, asked to RSVP by calling with no fireworks show that sites served. to Sicily for two weeks of ments aligned with the most Citing guests safety as 925-453-3804. night. Gates will close at At the event, former Volunteers play a critical sightseeing and sampling up-to-date, evidence-based their number one priority, the delicious food and wine guidelines with the goal Alameda County Fair has 3PM, no re-entry permitted. atomic workers will have role in the meal program All minors under the age of of the region. of speeding recovery and implemented new policies in the opportunity to ask ques- because of the contact they 18 must be accompanied by tions and learn more about have with our senior com- Adults are invited to this reducing hospital readmis- accordance with guidelines issued by the Department an adult guardian age 21 or filing for their EEOICPA munities and their overall free program on the second sions. Before discharge, older. wellness. When there are not Thursday of each month in patients should also receive of Homeland Security for benefits from Scott Yundt, stadiums, sports arenas and “By implementing these enough volunteers to assist the Community Meeting education on managing their Authorized Rep with Tri- large, public assembly event changes, we will continue Valley Cares. Workers will with the program, services Rooms of the Civic Center condition and plans on fol- to ensure that our guests Library, 1188 S. Livermore low-up care. facilities. also have the opportunity at those sites are shut down. The new measures in- enjoy themselves in a safe, Avenue, Livermore. For Additionally, San Ramon to learn more about their This then causes a loss of clude a revised list of prohib- secure and fun family en- additional information, call medical benefits from Laura funds. Regional Medical Center ited items, entrance restric- vironment,” said Jerome Welsh, Community Outreach Spectrum Community 925-373-5500. received the association’s tions for minors and new Hoban, the Fair’s CEO. “We Manager at Nuclear Care Services is looking for in- Target: Stroke Elite Honor patron screening procedures. want the Fair to always be Partners. dividuals who would like to Hospital Recognized Roll award. To qualify for All backpacks, bags, coolers the place people bring their Workers are encouraged work as a volunteer to enior San Ramon Regional this recognition, hospitals and containers are subject to family and friends to create to bring any paperwork or communities. These op- Medical Center has received must meet quality measures inspection upon entry. happy memories.” correspondence they have portunities are in any of the the American Heart As- developed to reduce the time Guests may bring food For more information, had with the Department of senior centers all around the sociation/American Stroke between the patient’s arrival into the fairgrounds as long visit http://annual.alamed- acountyfair.com/4th-of-july/

OBITUARIES Charles William Callow family who lived in Liver- was he funny but he was family recipes for all her with them everywhere they fully at Mocho Park Health Charles William Callow more. Rossmoor turned out adventurous and spontane- children, in-laws, nieces, go and in everything they Center after a long illness passed away on June 13, to be even better than La- ous. He had a great appre- and nephews. do. There was no man more with Alzheimer’s disease. 2018, in Pleasanton, Califor- guna Woods as he found ciation for the outdoors and She never found a puzzle steadfast in his devotion She was the beloved wife nia. Born in San Francisco many friends who shared loved CATS!!! If you were she couldn’t solve and rare- to family. He also leaves of Thom Roberts for 50 on October 5, 1921, Charlie the common experience of in a time of need and Jason ly found an argument she his beloved mother, Lillian years. was raised in Berkeley and growing up in the Bay Area could help, he absolutely couldn’t win. In her later Howard, and 6 siblings. He Doris was born and raised had many fond stories of his and as Cal grads. would. He had a generous years she enjoyed tracing was a devoted son in law in Medford, MA and gradu- boyhood years at Jefferson Charlie is preceded in and giving heart. He had an her family history, collecting (son) to Gloria Holmberg ated from Medford High Grammar School, Garfield death by parents William incredible God given ability pictures and family trees go- and was treasured and deep- School in 1939. Junior High, and as a mem- and Williamita Bayley Cal- to see right into people and ing back several generations, ly loved by every member of She ber of the class of 1939 at low, sister Jean (Gordon) know how to approach them. particularly along her moth- his Holmberg family. Greg raised Berkeley High School. Anthony, brother Merrill Despite his outward rugged- er’s family, the Gravelines. will be very missed by his her four Since his mother was a (Barbara) Callow, daughter ness he had a tender heart on If you would like to honor cherished friends who loved chil- 1912 UC Berkeley graduate Marji Delderfield Even- the inside. He was the big her memory she asked that and admired him for his dren in and his older sister, Jean, son, and wife, Alice Brady husky guy who would, to the donations be sent to Ado- quick wit and passion for Somer- was already attending Cal, Callow. He is survived by very end still sleep with his lescent Counseling Services, everyone around him. ville, Charlie continued the fam- daughter Dottie (Tom) Eb- teddy bear. Jason, we love 643 Bair Island Road, Suite Greg Howard left us with MA and ily tradition of attending the erly of Livermore; grand- you and you will be greatly 301, Redwood City, CA an incredible legacy of love was ac- neighborhood college and children Meighen Eberly of missed! 94063. Condolences may be and showed us how to be a tive in became a member of the Pleasanton; TC (Carrie) Eb- sent to the family by visiting loving husband and father. the PTA class of 1943 at Cal. But like erly of Flagstaff, AZ; Alison Lois Mae Smith www.danerimortuary.com We will continue to love Asso- so many of his generation, Eberly of Livermore; Jon Lois Mae Smith passed and signing the guest book. each other beyond measure ciation, war interrupted his college Delderfield of Portland, OR; away on Saturday, June 16, because of his example. serving as President. education. According to Katie (Michael) McMul- 2018, at the age of 82. Lois Gregory William His service will be held For many years Doris Charlie, he spent his war lens, of Spokane, WA; great is dearly remembered by her Howard Sr. Saturday, June 30th at 1pm, worked full time, at EG&G years receiving a different granddaughters Maggie and husband of 61 years, Bob Gregory William Howard at St. Anne’s church in By- where she met and fell in type of education as he was Hattie Eberly of Flagstaff, and her children Ceci (and Sr. of Brentwood passed ron. love with Thom. sent to various training pro- AZ; stepchildren Stephanie husband Lad), Marcus (and away on June 17, 2018 sur- After moving to Cali- grams all around the United (Bill) Keyes of Castle Rock, wife Irene) and daughter rounded by his loving fam- Mary Paslay fornia Doris worked at JC States and Newfoundland. CO; Mike (Kathy) Brady Allean. She will also be ily. August 12, 1927 - April 1, 2018 Penney and Wente Winery. While attending an Army of Huntington Beach, CA; lovingly Greg is the love of Mi- Mary passed away on She was a fabulous cook Air Corps cadet communi- Karen (Steve) Teskey of remem- chele Howard’s life, his wife Easter morning at the age of and hostess who shared her cation school at Yale Uni- San Juan Capistrano, CA; bered by of 33 beyond romantic years. 90 years. Born in Concord, delicious recipes with her versity, he met his future and their families. He is her broth- They met in Hawaii and it she was a long-time resident children. also survived by his loving wife, Alice McNeil, and by er Arlo. has remained a Neverland of Pleasanton. She attended Doris will be deeply nieces and nephews Bruce the time he returned to Cal She was for the Howard family ever Amador Valley High School, missed by her family, many (Teresa) Anthony, Jan (Jay) where she graduated in 1945. in 1946 he was a married an amaz- since. A friends and relatives. man with baby daughter, Mazzetta, Lori Hindenach, Mary worked as a secretary ing grand- husband She is survived by her Dottie, on the way. Once Doug (Sheri) Callow, and mother for Alameda County in the and father husband Thom, daughters he received his degree, the Rick (Roxan) Callow and to Abby, 4-H department in Hayward. before all Linda Lahood and her hus- family of three moved to their families. Nate and else, his She enjoyed fishing, camp- Sacramento where Charlie Per Charlie’s wishes, no Cozmo. ing, reading, RVing, rock band Albert of Andover, complete MA, Joyce Canning and her had taken a job with the services are planned. Lois Kurrle was born and devotion hounding, square dancing, husband Robert of Rancho Sacramento Municipal Util- raised in Pasadena, Califor- was to painting, and gardening. ity District as an electrical Jason Michael nia where she completed her his fam- Mary dearly loved her Mission Viejo, CA, son Robert Lodico and his wife engineer. Daughter, Marji, Sion Wells high school education a full ily and family. She is survived by was born while the family March 1st, 1985- June 3rd, 2018 year early. She graduated making her son Donald Paslay (Ruth) Catherine of Bedford, NH, lived in Sacramento, and Jason Michael Sion Wells, from Stanford University sure they of Alpine, UT; daughter her brother John Guenette the family was complete. 33, of Livermore, CA passed with a BA in Classics (again, were hap- Nancy Israel of Longview, of New Mexico, her lov- They spent nine years in away on June 3rd, 2018 at a full year early). Shortly py, healthy and safe. WA; brother Richard Simon- ing step-daughters Sherrell Sacramento and then tried his home in Livermore. He thereafter she married the A human encyclopedia, sen of Sparks, NV; grand- Panoff and her husband life on the East Coast in was born on March 1st, 1985 love of her life, Robert L. Greg knew just about ev- daughters Jessica Cannon Steve of Ponte Vedra, FL Ridgewood, New Jersey, i n Smith. While raising the kids erything, especially when it (Marc) of Kelso, WA, Jani and Jacqueline Collette and for four years while Charlie Liver- she pursued a Master’s in came to science, nature and Rollins (David) of Ashland, her husband Tony of N. worked at Okonite Cable more, Library Science at San Jose animals. His green thumb OR, and Kelin Dykman of Attleboro, MA. Company. In 1960 the fam- CA. State which allowed her to was unmatched and a true Centerville, UT; 6 great- Doris was preceded in ily returned to California, H e enjoy a career in libraries in testament to his ability to grandchildren; and many death by her son John Lodi- nieces, nephews, and cous- but to the southern end of was Santa Clara and San Mateo nurture. He was a nature co, her sister Louise Mar- ins. She was preceded in the state, and Charlie spent the Counties. She retired from boy, a jokester, a genius and shall and her brother Alfred the rest of his working career death by her husband Louis son of Redwood City Library in a storyteller. Guenette. as an electrical engineer at 1998. and her parents Christian Doug- Greg was on a SWAT She also leaves behind Southern California Edison. She was a creative, giving and Martha Simonsen. las team, trained members of the six grandchildren. Charlie loved his retire- Wells and thoughtful soul, always Oakland Raiders, invented An open house style cel- ment years! By then, he thinking of her friends and ebration of life will be held Callaghan Mortuary is and Denise Ahrens Wells. a groundwater pump for the honored to be serving the and Alice#1 had divorced, family and actively involved government and was one of Saturday, June 30th from He is survived by his mother, Roberts family. and he and his second wife, Denise, fiance, Shauna, 4 in improving her communi- the top 100 reptile handlers 1-3pm at her home in Pleas- An online guestbook is Alice #2, had a great time sisters: Lori, Kristy, Jennifer, ty. She founded and became in the world. Oh…and he anton. Family and friends enjoying the social activities Nicole, Elizabeth, 2 broth- the first president of Palo saved the lead singer of are invited to stop in during available for condolences as well as golf and bridge ers: Jesse, Sebastian and Alto Adolescent Services Berlin from getting hit with that time to visit and share at www.callaghanmortuary. games in Leisure World, his two favorite cats, Boo (now Adolescent Counsel- a flying whiskey bottle… memories. Donations in her com Laguna Woods. They also & Gizmo. ing Services) in 1975 which He blessed everyone he memory may be made to the loved quick trips to Las Ve- Jason was a fun guy to be continues to this day to pro- met with his imagination, charity of your choice. Richard Alan Reynolds gas and numerous cruises. around! He was a fireball of vide counseling and other creativity and lighthearted- Richard Alan Reynolds, When Alice passed away energy and laughter! If you services to troubled youth ness. Doris Catherine 70, of Carson City, Nevada in 2002, Charlie continued were having a bad day, he and their families. In his stead, remains his (Guenette - Lodico) passed away Sunday June to love the social scene in always had a way of making She was also a fantastic best friend and loving wife, Roberts 24, 2018. Arrangements in Laguna Woods until 2010 you laugh. Even as a young cook. In the early 90s, when Michele Howard and his Livermore, CA. the care of Fitzhenry’s Fu- when he moved to Rossmoor boy, he would draw crowds PCs were barely a thing, she two children, Samantha and 96 years of age neral Home. in Walnut Creek to be closer around him with his humor- self-published her favorite Gregory William Howard 10/30/21 – 6/20/18 to daughter, Dottie, and her ous personality. Not only Jr, (Alison) who carry him Doris passed away peace- 10 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon from Thatcher Bay. She also took home a Bronze for her 2016 Unoaked Chardonnay and for her 2013 del la luna Los Carneros Moon Mountain Merlot A Woman’s Place is in The Cellar as well. Alexandra Atterbury of Omega Cellars scored Silver for by Laura Ness and exhibiting graceful elegance –made by Janell Dusi. her 2013 Livermore Valley Petit Verdot. Nice result. Increasingly, there are more women involved in wine- This is one of the best Mourvedre’s I’ve tasted since the Rhonda Wood was looking for Gold, entering four of the making: we’ve got a few remarkable women making wine days of late Livermore winemaker, Katy Lovell, who was wines she had just released in hopes of seeing them shine. right here in the Livermore Valley. Among them are Mer- a master of the grape. One out of four isn’t bad. She got a Gold for the lovely edith Sarboraria of Rodrigue Molyneaux (and previously • 2016 Idle Hour Cabernet Franc, Heringer Estate 2016 GSM, Silver for the 2016 “Big Wood” Zinfandel, and Fenestra, Stony Ridge and Crooked Vine), Jessica Carroll Vineyard, Clarksburg, CA – bright-fruited, almost candy- bronze for both the 2016 “Muy Bueno” Zinfandel and 2015 of Big White House and John Evan Cellars, Kelly Volpatti like, showing the freshness and explosiveness of carbonic Merlot. They’ll surely shine in time: they were just bottled. of Leisure Lane, Rosie Fierro of Rosa Fierro Wines, Alyssa maceration – made by Anna Marie dos Remedios. After the first day of judging, we enjoyed a lovely dinner Barber of Concannon, Alexandra Atterbury of Omega • 2016 Russian River Vineyards Barbera, Morning Sun at DeLoach Vineyards, a spectacular Chardonnay and Pinot Cellars, Elizabeth Kester of Wente, and Rhonda Wood of Vineyard, Sonoma Mountain, Sonoma County – juicy, house at the western edge of the Russian River Valley. We Wood Family. (Apologies if I overlooked anyone – please mouthwatering, driving: has its foot firmly on the gas pedal, were treated to a presentation by the sponsoring group, Wine write me at [email protected] to fill me in.) on the way to a top speed finish Women, followed by an emotional speech by Jean Charles The Wine Group, headquartered here, has quite a few • 2014 Concannon Cabernet Sauvignon, Chalk Hill, Boisset, owner of DeLoach, Buena Vista, Raymond and women winemakers for its many brands, including Lisa Concannon Clone 7 – absolutely dead-on execution of the several other brands here in the US and in his native France. Amaro of Benziger Family, Georgetta Dane of Chloe Wine varietal; with perfect weight and balance He is the winery sponsor behind Wine Women, and himself, Company and Jamie Benziger of Imagery. • NV 21 Brix Winery Ella’s Red Concord, Lake Erie, an ardent feminist. He happens to be married to Gina Gallo, Just recently, I judged the International Women’s Wine NY – yep, that’s the grape of my childhood: raw, unchecked making them the true Royal Wine Couple. Competition, which is unique in that all the judges are and free to run wild in the woods Boisset showed just where his heart was when he ob- women. Why produce a women’s wine competition? Event Concannon had two Best of Class Cabernet Sauvignons served that over 68% of the employees at his many enter- founder and president, Debra Del Fiorentino says, “This in the Sweepstakes, the second Cabernet being the 2015 prises are women. “You men here,” he joked in his utterly competition’s niche appeal certainly gives women their own Concannon Reserve Cabernet. Both were excellent. Hoo- charming French accent, “Are here only because by law we ‘voice’, when selecting a wine. The judges recognize not ray for Concannon and their commitment to Cabernet: it have to interview you! And by the way, all you men here only the best wines submitted, but also the wines they feel is surely paying off. It’s noteworthy that the 2015 Reserve tonight, this is a night for women, so please go ahead and would appeal most to women wine buyers and consumers.” Cabernet was also recently chosen as the Best Red at the shave your legs!” Humor aside, Boisset went on to praise the What’s different about this competition? All the back- Alameda County Fair Wine Competition. women in his life, first and foremost, his mother and grand- room staff and panel coordinators told me this one goes Concannon also reaped the following medals for Liver- mother for their hard work, vision and their determination much faster and more smoothly than other competitions more Valley wines: Gold for 2015 Concannon Reserve to make their dream of someday having a winery come true. where there are men on the judging panels. Nina's Cuvée Petite Sirah, and Silvers for 2017 Concannon His mother was a ballet dancer and taught lessons in their At this competition, we averaged over 130 wines per Reserve Rosé of Petite Sirah, 2015 Concannon Reserve home. He remembers the long hours she spent writing letters panel. We were done well before 3pm. At most other com- Mother Vine Cabernet by hand to the parents of all her students, reaching out to petitions, many panels would be laboring until at least 4pm, Sauvignon, 2016 Concannon Reserve Chardonnay, them when they started their winery. Probably some of the sometimes 5pm. And even longer. 2014 Concannon Reserve Petite Sirah, 2015 Concannon most meaningful direct marketing that has ever been done. There were 1190 entries this year, an increase over last Reserve Polo Field Petite Sirah, 2015 Concannon Reserve Boisset thanked all the women in his company who have year, and 472 of the wines were made by women. Women Captain Joe's Petite Sirah, 2016 Concannon Vineyard Petite helped him to grow it to prominence in the industry, say- made an impressive showing in the medal department. Of Sirah and 2010 Concannon Heritage Petite Sirah. Bronze ing that he just wanted to give them a place to follow their the 36 wines in the sweepstakes, considered “the best of medals went to the 2016 Concannon Reserve Crimson & instincts and do amazing things. the best,” 12 were made by women. Judges awarded a total Clover. Way to play! Appreciation/recognition: that’s the other thing that of 9 Best of Show awards, 56 Best of Class designations Winemaker Rosie Fierro of Rosa Fierro Cellars medaled women want, in addition to Fun. A little appreciation goes and 171 gold medals. On my panel alone, we had nine with all her wines, including Silvers for her 2014 Quatro a long way. Take a moment to thank the important women Double Golds, something I rarely experience on mixed Red Bordeaux type blend, the 2014 “the 105” Cabernet in your life: the rewards are worthwhile, and might just gender panels. Sauvignon from Thatcher Bay Vineyard and for the 2014 include wine. Here are the Big Winners: • Best Red Wine and Best of Show: 2013 Blagden Pi- not Noir, Sangiacomo Roberts Road Vineyard, California, Sonoma Coast, $58 (it received 16 votes out of 17 judges, so almost unanimous) • Best White Wine: 2017 Viognier, Maggie Malick Wine Caves, Estate Grown (produced/bottled), Virginia; Interactive Online Calendar Loudoun County – made by Maggie Malick • Best Rosé Wine: 2017 Michelle’s Rosé, Trattore Find your local performances, events, and more! Farms, Sonoma County • Best Sparkling Wine: 2013 Estate Brut, Domaine Carneros by Taittinger, Estate Grown, Carneros • Cider: 2016 Gowan’s Gravenstein Heirloom Cider, Estate Grown (produced/bottled), Anderson Valley • Fruit Wine: Forestedge Winery, Black Currant, Min- nesota, NV – made by Kristin Twait • Fortified Wine: San Sebastian Winery, Cream Sherry, American, NV Accolades for the title of Woman Winemaker of the Year went overwhelmingly to Diane Wilson of Wilson Artisan Wineries. She makes wine under several different brands, among them, deLorimier, Greenwood Ridge, Soda Rock, Jaxon Keys and Matrix Wines. Among my personal favorites from the Sweepstakes were: • 2016 Creekside Cellars Roussanne, Colorado – pretty, delicate, exhibiting exceptional balance – an amazing ex- ample! Made by Michelle Cleveland. • 2017 Maggie Malick Wine Caves Viognier, Loudon County, VA – gorgeous, heady, with beautiful perfume and sweet, driving fruit – a head-turner. Made by Maggie Malick. • 2016 Merisi Wines Grenache, Los Carneros, Sonoma – great pepper, sassy with a juicy core of lovely cherry, raspberry, basil and leather. Made by Mandy Donovan. • 2016 J Dusi Wines, Paper Street Cornflower Blue independentnews.com/calendar Mourvedre, Paso Robles – classic, classy, meaty, savory

LEGAL NOTICES Livermore, CA 94551, is transact business under the 21, 28, July 5, 2018. Court, Dublin, CA 94568, Gina Yousef Mogannam Dublin, CA 94568 cause why the court should hereby registered by the fictitious business name(s) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS is hereby registered by the This business is conducted not grant the authority. FOR INFORMATION following owner(s): listed above: N/A following owner(s): 2.THE COURT ORDERS by a Limited Liability Com- Signature of Registrants: NAME STATEMENT ON PLACING LEGAL Boatmasters, 5162 Preston FILE NO. 545114 Michael North, 8512 Zandol that all persons interested in pany A hearing on the petition NOTICES Ave, Livermore, CA 94551 /s/: Miki Okada, Co-owner Ct, Dublin, CA 94568 this matter appear before this The date on which the reg- will be held in this court This statement was filed with The following person(s) do- Call 925-243-8000 This business is conducted ing business as: East Bay This business is conducted court at the hearing indicated istrant first commenced to as follows: by a Corporation the County Clerk of Alameda by an Individual below to show cause, if any, transact business under the Date: 07/10/2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS on June 5, 2018. Expires Quality Equipment Sales, NAME STATEMENT The date on which the reg- 2954 Fourth St, Livermore, The date on which the reg- why the petition for change of fictitious business name(s) TIME: 9:31 AM DEPT: 202 istrant first commenced to June 5, 2023. istrant first commenced to name should not be granted. listed above: June 6, 2018 at: FILE NO. 544981 The Independent Legal No. CA 94550, is hereby reg- The following person(s) do- transact business under the istered by the following transact business under the Any person objecting to the Signature of Registrants: SUPERIOR COURT OF fictitious business name(s) 4337. Published June 14, fictitious business name(s) name changes described /s/: Marzran Mody, Officer CALIFORNIA ing business as: Mai, 2840 21, 28, July 5, 2018. owner(s): Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA listed above: July 9, 1990 William Miller, 2954 Fourth listed above: 2007 above must file a written This statement was filed with County of Alameda 94568, is hereby registered Signature of Registrants: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS St, Livermore, CA 94550 Signature of Registrants: objection that includes the the County Clerk of Alameda 2120 Martin Luther King, by the following owner(s): /s/: Michael P. Schmitt, NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted /s/: Michael North, Owner reasons for the objection at on June 11, 2018. Expires Jr. Way Mai Cuisine, Inc, 1500 JFK President FILE NO. 545859 by an Individual This statement was filed with least two court days before June 11, 2023. Berkeley, CA 94704 Blvd Suite 725, Philadelphia, This statement was filed with The following person(s) The date on which the reg- the County Clerk of Alameda the matter is scheduled to The Independent Legal No. Berkeley Courthouse / Pro- PA 19102 the County Clerk of Alameda doing business as: United istrant first commenced to on June 7, 2018. Expires be heard and must appear 4345. Published June 14, bate Division This business is conducted on May 31, 2018. Expires Towing Services, 7063 transact business under the June 7, 2023. at the hearing to show cause 21, 28, July 5, 2018. by a Corporation May 31, 2023. Commerce Cir #D, Pleas- fictitious business name(s) The Independent Legal No. why the petition should not NOTICE OF PETITION TO If you object to the granting The date on which the reg- The Independent Legal No. anton, CA 94588, is hereby listed above: May 1, 2018 4342. Published June 14, be granted. If no written ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: of the petition, you should istrant first commenced to 4335. Published June 7, 14, registered by the following Signature of Registrants: 21, 28, July 5, 2018. objection is timely filed, the RICHARD WAYNE appear at the hearing and transact business under the 21, 28, 2018. owner(s): /s/: William Miller, Owner FICTITIOUS BUSINESS court may grant the petition MEDEIROS a.k.a. state your objections or file fictitious business name(s) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Abdul Aziz Latifi, 4482 This statement was filed with NAME STATEMENT without a hearing. RICH MEDEIROS written objections with the listed above: March 14, 2018 NAME STATEMENT Calypso Ter, Fremont, CA the County Clerk of Alameda FILE NO. 545857 Case No. RP18906970 court before the hearing. Signature of Registrants: FILE NO. 545568 94555 on May 17, 2018. Expires The following person(s) do- NOTICE OF HEARING Your appearance may be in /s/: Josh Onishi, CEO/Presi- The following person(s) do- This business is conducted May 17, 2023. ing business as: Emergent a. Date: Friday, 07/27/2018 To all heirs, person or by your attorney. dent ing business as: Sparkle by an Individual The Independent Legal No. Horizon, 8512 Zandol Court, Time: 11:30 AM beneficiaries, creditors, This statement was filed with Dental Office, 39 South The date on which the reg- 4340. Published June 14, Dublin, CA 94568, is hereby Dept: 24 contingent creditors, and If you are a creditor or the County Clerk of Alameda Livermore Ave, Suite 217, istrant first commenced to 21, 28, July 5, 2018. registered by the following b. The address of the court is: persons who may otherwise a contingent creditor of transact business under the Alameda County Administra- the decedent, you must on May 14, 2018. Expires Livermore, CA 94550, is STATEMENT OF owner(s): be interested in the will or May 14, 2023. hereby registered by the fictitious business name(s) Michael North, 8512 Zandol tion Building estate, or both, of: file your claim with the listed above: June 7, 2018 ABANDONMENT 1221 Oak Street, 3rd Floor court and mail a copy to The Independent Legal No. following owner(s): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Ct, Dublin, CA 94568 RICHARD WAYNE ME- 4333. Published June 7, 14, Ratika Sharma, DDS, Inc, 39 Signature of Registrants: This business is conducted Oakland, CA 94612 DEIROS a.k.a. the personal representa- /s/: Abdul Aziz Latifi, Owner NAME tive appointed by the court 21, 28, 2018. South Livermore, Suite 217, FILE NO. 420149 by an Individual RICH MEDEIROS Livermore, CA 94550 This statement was filed with The date on which the reg- 3.a. A copy of this Order To within the later of either FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the County Clerk of Alameda The person(s) listed below Show Cause shall be pub- (1) four months from the NAME STATEMENT This business is conducted has(have) abandoned the istrant first commenced to A Petition for Probate has by a Corporation on June 7, 2018. Expires transact business under the lished at least once each been filed by: ALEXANDER date of first issuance of FILE NO. 545532 June 7, 2023. use of the following Fictitious week letters to a general personal The following person(s) do- The date on which the reg- Business Name: All Around fictitious business name(s) R. MEDEIROS in the Su- istrant first commenced to The Independent Legal No. listed above: 2011 for four successive weeks perior Court of California, representative, as defined ing business as: JJ Mobile 4338. Published June 14, Town Pet and Home Care, prior in section 58(b) of the Cali- Detailing, 39962 Cedar Blvd transact business under the 5000 Collier Canyon Rd, Signature of Registrants: County of ALAMEDA. fictitious business name(s) 21, 28, July 5, 2018. /s/: Michael North, Owner to the date set for hearing on fornia Probate Code, or (2) Ste 254, Newark, CA 94560, Livermore, CA 94551 the petition in the following 60 days from the mailing or is hereby registered by the listed above: N/A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Fictitious Business This statement was filed with The Petition for Probate re- Signature of Registrants: the County Clerk of Alameda newspaper of general circu- quests that: ALEXANDER personal delivery to you of following owner(s): NAME STATEMENT Name Statement for the lation, printed in this county: a notice under section 9052 1)Juan Jimenez 2)Susana /s/: Rishi Kapila, Secretary FILE NO. 545487 Partnership filed on on June 7, 2018. Expires R. MEDEIROS be appointed This statement was filed with June 7, 2023. The Independent Newspaper as personal representative of the California Probate Torres, 37827 Argyle Rd #A, The following person(s) do- 01/22/2009 in the County of 2250 First Street Code. Other California Fremont, CA 94536 the County Clerk of Alameda ing business as: Rancho Alameda. The Independent Legal No. to administer the estate of on May 30, 2018. Expires 4343. Published June 14, Livermore, CA 94550 the decedent. statutes and legal author- This business is conducted Milagro, 12465 Mines Road, The full name of Registrant: ity may affect your rights by Married Couple May 30, 2023. 21, 28, July 5, 2018. Livermore, CA 94550, is Susan Blach, 5000 Collier Dated: June 11, 2018 as a creditor. You may The date on which the reg- The Independent Legal No. hereby registered by the Canyon Rd, Livermore, CA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ( X ) The petition requests istrant first commenced to 4336. Published June 7, 14, /s/: Morris D. Jacobson authority to administer the want to consult with an following owner(s): 94551 FOR CHANGE OF NAME Presiding Judge attorney knowledgeable in transact business under the 21, 28, 2018. 1)Nancy Frishberg 2)Terry estate under the Independent fictitious business name(s) This Business is Conducted Case No. RG18908256 California law. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Carson, 12465 Mines Road, by: an Individual Administration of Estates Act. listed above: April 5, 2010 The Independent (This authority will allow the NAME STATEMENT Livermore, CA 94550 Signature of Registrant: SUPERIOR COURT OF Legal No. 4344 You may examine the file Signature of Registrants: This business is conducted personal representative to /s/: Juan Jimenez, Owner FILE NO. 545755-545756 /s/: Susan Blach CALIFORNIA, Published June 14, 21, 28, kept by the court. If you are The following person(s) do- by Co-partners This statement was filed with COUNTY OF ALAMEDA take many actions without This statement was filed with July 5, 2018 obtaining court approval. a person interested in the the County Clerk of Alameda ing business as: 1)Arroyo The date on which the reg- the County Clerk of Alameda TO ALL INTERESTED estate, you may file with the Soap Company 2)Dr. Bee’s, istrant first commenced to on June 5, 2018. Expires PERSONS: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Before taking certain very on May 30, 2018. Expires NAME STATEMENT court a Request for Special May 30, 2023. 603 Hazel Street, Liver- transact business under the June 5, 2023. important actions, however, FILE NO. 545959-960 the personal representative Notice (Form DE-154) of The Independent Legal No. more, CA 94550, is hereby fictitious business name(s) The Independent Legal No. 1.Petitioner: the filing of an inventory and 4334. Published June 7, 14, registered by the following listed above: May 1, 2018 4341. Published June 14, Georgette Yousef Yacoub The following person(s) do- will be required to give notice ing business as: 1)Onestop to interested persons unless appraisal of estate assets or 21, 28, 2018. owner(s): Signature of Registrants: 21, 28, July 5, 2018. filed a petition with this court of any petition or account as 1)Miki Okada 2)Mark /s/: Nancy Frishberg, Partner Ventures 2) Onestop, 7172 they have waived notice or FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS for a decree changing names provided in Probate Code Brunell, 603 Hazel Street, This statement was filed with as follows: Regional Street, #306, Dub- consented to the proposed NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT lin, CA 94568, is hereby action.) The independent ad- section 1250. A Request for Livermore, CA 94550 the County Clerk of Alameda Special Notice form is avail- FILE NO. 545597 This business is conducted on May 29, 2018. Expires FILE NO. 545877 registered by the following ministration authority will be The following person(s) do- The following person(s) Present Name: able from the court clerk. by Married Couple May 29, 2023. Georgette Yousef Yacoub owner(s): granted unless an interested ing business as: Boatmas- The date on which the reg- doing business as: North Onestop Worldwide, LLC, person files an objection to The Independent Legal No. Proposed Name: (X) Attorney for Petitioner: ters, 5162 Preston Ave, istrant first commenced to 4339. Published June 14, Consulting, 8512 Zandol 7172 Regional Street, #306, the petition and shows good JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 11

JEFFREY H. JORDAN, listed above: 1)September The date on which the reg- Blvd #671, Dublin, CA for adoption information FELV, altered & vaccinated. and/or materials) be licensed REAL ESTATE ESQ. 27, 2016 2)June 4, 2018 istrant first commenced to 94568, is hereby registered contact Valley Humane We also have adult cats & by the Contractors State 1883 EAST 14TH STREET Signature of Registrants: transact business under the by the following owner(s): Society at (925)426-8656 ranch cats for adoption. License Board. State law Inland Valley Publishing Co. SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577 /s/: Sana T. Abbasi, Attorney fictitious business name(s) Kimberly Torgerson, 5501 EMPLOYMENT also requires that contrac- (510)357-3404 at Law listed above: June 4, 2018 Demarcus Blvd #671, Dub- tors include their license Client Code:04126-00001 Re: Legal Notice for BE WARY of out of area This statement was filed with Signature of Registrants: lin, CA 94568 numbers on all advertising. Classified Ads The Independent Legal No. the County Clerk of Alameda /s/: Erik Smith, Manager This business is conducted companies. Check with the Check your contractor’s local Better Business Bureau The Federal Fair Housing Act, 4346. on June 7, 2018. Expires This statement was filed with by an Individual status at www.cslb.ca.gov Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Published June 14, 21, 28, June 7, 2023. the County Clerk of Alameda The date on which the reg- before you send money or or (800)321-CSLB (2752). of 1964, and state law prohibit 2018 The Independent Legal No. on June 21, 2018. Expires istrant first commenced to fees. Read and understand Unlicensed persons taking advertisements for housing 4349. Published June 21, June 21, 2023. transact business under the any contracts before you jobs less than $500 must and employment that contain FICTITIOUS BUSINESS sign. Shop around for rates. NAME STATEMENT 28, July 5, 12, 2018. 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Photo - Doug Jorgensen Photo - Doug Jorgensen The Wave, the City of Dublin’s recreation and aquatic complexin Emerald Glen Park was an In honor of International Yoga Day, a free outdoor yoga and meditation session was official host location for this year’s World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) last Thursday. held on the Shea Homes Plaza outside the Bankhead Theater last Thursday. Instructors This international event is intended to build awareness of the importance of teaching children from Dragonfly Yoga + Wellness and Joya Yoga, Omni fitness Livermore taught the to swim in order to prevent drowning, which is a leading cause of accidental death in children ages 1-14. The WLSL at The Wave included a water safety discussion and activity along with hour-long, all-level class, accompanied by live music by Phil Didlake & Friends. a 30-minute swim lesson. This was The Wave’s first time participating in the annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. The WLSL will take place over the course of 24 hours at an estimated 600 locations in more than 20 countries.

Zone 7 Approves 2-year Budget genuine good guy, and a calming voice of reason.” Directors also paid tribute to Mun Mar, who died May By Ron McNicoll neighbors making their lawns green. “I’d say half the people 6. Mar was the first Zone 7 General Manager, serving from Zone 7 Water Agency directors approved a balanced are going back to grass.” 1958 to his retirement in 1990. budget that will gain a little extra revenue over last year Director Dick Quigley noted that in his Pleasanton In addition to his other leadership accomplishments, Mar because of increasing water use in the Valley. neighborhood he is seeing much greener lawns. "I believe had the vision for Zone 7 to acquire the gravel quarries that Directors approved the budget at their June 20 meeting many do not want brown to be the new green in California. have been, or will be, mined out, in order to use them for in Livermore. The vote was 4-0, with Board President John What I sense is that we are seeing a behavioral change.” water storage and flood control in a feature known as the Greci and director Angela Ramirez Holmes absent. Director Sarah Palmer said that in her Livermore neigh- Chain of Lakes. One implication of the approved document is that water borhood, most people are putting gravel in their yards. Director-elect Dennis Gambs, who was in the audience, rate increases of 8% are forecast for the next two fiscal years. Quigley pointed out that the occasional drought is recalled that when he joined the Zone 7 staff three decades However, the board won’t discuss rates until October, as is inevitable. Palmer responded, "We are in a dry area with ago, Mar was manager. “He was a great role example, and traditional each year. By October, a study on water rates is occasional wet, not a wet area with occasional drought.” a great human being. He was a gentleman, and generous expected to be sent to the board. The board honored Greci for his 24 years of service to with his time and opinions.” The board had already heard the possibilities of a water Zone 7. Greci was not re-elected this year. He has served rate increase at a presentation on the budget at a special Zone 7 longer than any other director. He took part on meeting June 6. many committees, was board president four times, and Coming Soon No one from the public commented at either board meet- vice-president many times. ing this month. Quigley, who worked with Greci at LLNL, said, "He is a The budget reflects 2% cost of living raises for employees and a continued “soft hiring freeze.” Hiring is done only if needed to replace someone who departs. Zone 7 has 126.5 full-time equivalent positions. Sixteen jobs are vacant, 18 in the soft hiring freeze. Linda Newton One slight increase in revenue came from a projection ® that indicates Valley residents will be using more water over ReALToR Live Music Every Sunday! 3644 Glasgow Circle, Livermore GRI, ASP, SReS the next two years. It will come from the addition of more 925.216.2015 residential and commercial growth, and a slight decline in Gorgeous Grounds Available For Weddings & Events 5 BD / 3 BA, Plus Bonus Room, 3 Car Garage, 3412 SqFt BD and BA downstairs. Unique large [email protected] water conservation. Fine Wines Made From Our Own California CalBRE# 01312631 The decline is measured as a 17% decrease in 2018-19 Certified Organic Grapes lot with STUNNING views! Approximately from the water conservation baseline year, which is 2013. 12,276 sq ft lot. Side Yard, Pebble Tech Pool, Manicured Landscaping. $1,295,000 Conservation in 2019-20 is expected to be 16% below the RetzlaffVineyards.com baseline year. CaLL Linda newton for detaiLs today! Director Bill Stevens said that he is seeing more of his Hours: 12-4:30pm; Closed Wed

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Livermore Shakes Presents a Summer of Comedy Performances at Wente Vineyards Estate Winery

Entering its 16th year, Livermore Shakespeare Festival Tickets range from $25 to $58 and are day-dependent, is having one sweet sixteen of a summer. After the huge with discounts for seniors, students and educators. success of last year’s season (A Midsummer Night’s “A lot of people hear Shakespeare’s Family Nights will be held on Thursday, June 28th (The Dream and Cyrano de Bergerac) the company is carrying Importance of Being Earnest) and Thursday, July 12th a similar momentum into this summer. “A lot of people name and think old and difficult, (The Winter’s Tale) with $5 youth tickets (under 18). hear Shakespeare’s name and think old and difficult, but Livermore Shakes keeps it For tickets, call (925) 443-BARD or visit www. but Livermore Shakes keeps it young and fresh,” says ​ young and fresh . . ." LivermoreShakes.org. 1st ​year American Conservatory Theatre (A.C.T.) MFA candidate Jared Corbin Manders. Audiences will be able to see Manders in both The Importance of Being Earnest and The Winter’s Tale as Jack and Shepherd's Son, when second graders come up to us after the show and respectively. are eager to talk about everything that happened on stage. The secret to the company’s success lies in the That’s how relatable we make Shakespeare.” rehearsal process, where the actors examine the text and Alongside Shakespeare, Domenique Lozano, a history of the plays. “Our motto is ‘we do the work so you Resident Artist with A.C.T. in San Francisco, director of don’t have to’” remarked Managing Director Katie Marcel A.C.T.’s acclaimed annual production of A Christmas when asked about how the company makes Shakespeare Carol, core faculty in the MFA Program, will be directing accessible to a large audience. “It’s absolutely delightful Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest. Lozano’s experience with teaching and directing Oscar Wilde will lay the foundation for a hysterical play. “The Importance of Being Earnest is one the wittiest plays I have ever seen. Honestly, anyone who doesn’t see it once in their lifetime is missing out,” notes Box Office Manager Eric Orosco, a post-graduate apprentice with Livermore Shakes. Producing Artistic Director Lisa A. Tromovitch will direct William Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale. Bay area actor, Aaron Murphy, takes on the role of Leontes, a king whose sudden and baseless jealousy almost destroys his kingdom. Livermore Shakes regulars Michael Wayne Rice and Malcolm Rodgers will return to play Camillo and Polyxenes. Typical of Shakespeare’s pattern in the romances, though the play may start like a tragedy, magic ensues and with love at the helm, the play ends like a comedy. Livermore Shakespeare Festival will produce Shakespeare’s fantasy, The Winter​'​s Tale and Oscar Wilde’s comedy The Importance of Being Earnest on the grounds of Wente Vineyards Estate Winery & Tasting room at 5565 Tesla Road in Livermore, June 28th through July 29th, 2018. Domenique Lozano is directing The Importance of Being Earnest. Lozano is a Bay Area based Director, Educator and Actress. She is a Resident Artist with the American Gwen Loeb plays Lady Bracknell in The Importance of Conservatory Theater, (ACT), where she directs the main Being Earnest. She was last seen as Mrs. Bennett in stage production of A Christmas Carol, as well as being a Pride & Prejudice. Gwen is a member of Actors’ Equity core faculty member in the MFA Program, and a director Association. in the Young Conservatory. M.F.A. projects. 2 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018

Lee Greenwood Brings His Country Free Shakespeare in the Park Music to the Bankhead Theater 'A Midsummer Grammy Award-winner Night's Dream' Lee Greenwood will deliver a patriotic finish to Inde- in Pleasanton pendence Day week, filling the Bankhead Theater with San Francisco Shakespeare Festival will return to Pleasanton to present its Free Shakespeare in the Park familiar country music such production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. as his iconic song “God Performances will take place at Pleasanton’s Bless the U.S.A.” Green- Amador Valley Community Park, Santa Rita Road wood won his first Grammy and Black Avenue at 7 p.m. on June 30, and July Award for the sentimental 1, 7, 8, 14, and 15. The first three performances are ballad, “I.O.U.,” and earned previews. a large and loyal audience After producing Hamlet in 2017 to celebrate their for his appealing country 35th Anniversary Season, the company is turning to sound with seven number funnier fare with one of Shakespeare’s most beloved one songs including “Ring comedies. Free Shakespeare in the Park will also On Her Finger, Time on have an earlier start time of 7:00 pm for its evening Her Hands” and “Dixie performances this year, making it easier for families Road.” Tickets for his with younger children to enjoy the entire family- single show in Livermore friendly production. at 8 p.m. on Friday, July The production, directed by Artistic Director 6, 2018 start at $50 with Rebecca J. Ennals, will feature Stephen $20 tickets available for Muterspaugh* as Oberon/Theseus, Livia Gomes students and active military Demarchi as Titania/Hippolyta, James Lewis as personnel. Puck/Philostrate, Lauren Spencer* as Helena, One of today’s most Patricia Austin* as Hermia/Fairy, Ed Berkeley as familiar American songs Demetrius, Akaina Ghosh as Lysander/Fairy, Michael Ray Wisely* as Nick Bottom, Michael Asberry* and the winner of the as Egeus/Peter Quince, Sean Garahan as Francis 1985 Country Music As- Flute/Mustardseed, Melanie Marshall as Snout/ sociation (CMA) Song of Peaseblossom, Rosemarie Kingfisher as Robin the Year, Greenwood’s hit Starveling/Cobweb, Julie Douglas as Snug/Mote, and “God Bless the U.S.A.” Gina White as Attendant/Fairy. The show will feature has emerged as an unof- costumes designed by Hyun Sook Kim, masks ficial anthem. Covered by created by Kendra Johnson, sets designed by Neal many different artists, it has Ormond, and movement choreography by Amelia reached the top five on the Adams. country singles chart three “Having explored Shakespeare’s darker side times, the only song in any over the past few years with titles like Hamlet, The genre to do so, and crossed Lee Greenwood Winter’s Tale, and Romeo and Juliet, we’re thrilled over to the pop charts in the to bring an upbeat comedy to our Free Shakespeare wake of 9/11. The song has a part of Greenwood’s life. With more than 30 the Year awards from the in the Park audiences this year,” says Ennals. “It’s the gone far further than Green- A native Californian, he albums to his credit, Country Music Associa- perfect play to watch outdoors on a summer evening wood ever anticipated when started piano at seven and Greenwood has scored tion, as well as the Grammy or afternoon, and our company hasn’t staged it since he wrote it while riding in by the end of high school numerous country hits, as Award for “I.O.U.” He 2007.” Ennals adds that she’s excited to have found the back of his tour bus in he could play most of the well as popular crossover released a book in 2012, such a talented cast that upholds the company’s 1983. According to Green- instruments in the orchestra tunes such as “Touch & "Does God Still Bless the continual dedication to both gender and racial wood, his goal was to write and was Drum Major for Go Crazy,” “I.O.U.,” and USA?" and is a member diversity. The cast includes familiar faces from past Free Shakespeare in the Park productions, including something that could unite the marching band. Choos- his duet with Barbara of the National Endow- ing to pursue his passion for Mandrell, “To Me.” His ment for the Arts Council, a members of the Festival’s Resident Artist company Americans from coast to (Muterspaugh, Spencer, and Garahan), as well as music, he passed on college CD “American Patriot,” Presidential appointment. coast and instill pride in the talent new to the company. United States. “The song sports and music scholar- recorded and released in The Bankhead Theater is A Midsummer Night’s Dream follows the represents my family, my ships and even opted out 1992, went Platinum in just located at 2400 First Street misadventures of four young lovers, a group of community, and those men of his graduation ceremony three months. Greenwood in downtown Livermore. aspiring actors, and a team of mischievous fairies as and women who have paid to play at a casino in Reno was named Male Vocalist Tickets may be purchased they all enter the woods outside Athens on a summer the price for the freedoms Nevada, from where he of the Year by the Academy at the box office online at night. The ensuing hilarity and chaos create an we all love and enjoy.” eventually made the jump of Country Music in 1983, www.bankheadtheagter.org evening filled with love and laughter. Music has always been straight to Nashville. won two Male Vocalist of or by calling 373-6800. JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 3 Rita Coolidge Brings Her Tour to Livermore

In celebration of her from Southern California writing talents of Graham recently released album back to Florida. “My goal Nash, Chris Stapleton, Stan “Safe in the Arms of Time,” was to make an album that Lynch, as well as Keb’ Mo’ singer Rita Coolidge brings had the same appeal of my with whom she wrote the her tour to Livermore next early records – to make a smooth soul song “Walking month. Coolidge soared roots record about my own on Water.” to popularity with a string roots,” Coolidge has said. The Bankhead Theater is of chart-topping hits such As she did in her acclaimed located at 2400 First Street as “We’re All Alone,” 2015 memoir, Delta Lady, in downtown Livermore. “(Your Love Has Lifted she drew inspiration for Tickets can be purchased at the box office, online at Me) Higher and Higher,” new material from her personal journey and the www.bankheadtheater.org and “One Fine Day.” A album features creative col- or by calling 373-6800. two-time Grammy Award- laborations with the song- winner, Coolidge’s voice has graced every musical genre from rock, pop and country, to jazz and folk. She will appear for a single performance with her band on Saturday evening, July 7, 2018, following an open- Lee ing set by singer/songwriter GrEENWooD Chelsea Williams, who contributed vocals on “Safe Country Music in the Arms of Time.” Legend Born near Nashville, Fri JUL 6 • 8pm Tennessee, Coolidge first sang in the church where hear Country Music’s her father was a minister. Top 10 hit: She earned a degree in art “God Bless the U.S.A.” from Florida State Uni- versity intending to be a teacher, but decided to ex- ritA plore the music world. With her lovely voice and liquid CooLiDge styling, she quickly landed Safe in the a job as a backup vocalist Arms of time tour and moved to Los Angeles, where she sang with Eric Sat JUL 7 • 8pm Clapton, Stephen Stills, oPening ACt Leon Russell, Joe Cocker, Chelsea Williams and many others before scoring her own recording contract. A chance meeting with Derik country singer/songwriter neLSon Kris Kristofferson turned into a decade-long mar- & FAMILY riage with a string of hit Rita Coolidge. Photo - Matt Beard Smooth Family songs and the Best Coun- Harmonies try Duo Grammy Awards featured in the James Bond kee culture. Coolidge was tells.” Over her astonishing for “From the Bottle to film “Octopussy,” and "I'd honored with a “Lifetime 50 year career, she has re- Fri JUl 13 • 8pm The Bottom” and “Lover Rather Leave While I'm in of Musical Achievement” leased more than two dozen MUSIC WorkShop Please.” Coolidge broke out Love." In recent years she award at the First Ameri- albums, including the just JUL 9-13 10am-4pm as a solo artist with 1977's has explored the traditions cans in the Arts Awards. released “Safe in the Arms “Anytime, Anywhere” and of American jazz, as well as Smithsonian magazine of Time.” The luminous “Seen/HeAr” exHibit At tHe bAnkHeAD climbed the charts, fill- the music of her heritage, said “Rita Coolidge’s vibe album brings her full circle, JUN 27—Aug 27 • Mon—Wed 1-4pm marking a return to her ing the radio from week involving herself in projects is beautiful, buoyant and that call attention to the timeless, like the songs she songwriting roots, and co- 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org to week with such popular incides with her relocation hits as “All Time High,” Native American Chero- sings and the stories she 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018

Tickets Available for Three Presidents Presentation

Museum on Main presents three great American Events are general seating at the Amador Theater, 1155 Presidents in Pleasanton for a special Chautauqua event. Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton. Tickets are $15 General Historians and actors Robert Broski, Bruce Buonauro, Admission, $10 Seniors (65+)/Students (with valid ID), and Peter Small will bring American Presidents Abraham $7 Members of the Museum on Main. Tickets may be Lincoln, James A. Garfield, and Theodore Roosevelt to purchased online at www.museumonmain.org, at Museum life in “An Evening with Three Presidents” at the Amador on Main during regular operating hours or by phoning the Theater on Tuesday, July 10th at 7pm in the evening. museum at (925) 462-2766. Tickets purchased by phone Those in attendance on July 10th will be able to listen and online will be available for pick up at Will Call in to three Presidents interact as they never could in life. the lobby of the Amador Theater on the evening of the They will hear the voices of our beloved 16th President event. Tickets may be purchased at the event subject to availability. Cash, check, Visa and MasterCard accepted. Abraham Lincoln, the forgotten voice of our 20th For more information on the Ed Kinney Speakers President James A. Garfield, and the outspoken voice Series visit www.museumonmain.org or phone Museum of our 26th President Theodore Roosevelt. The three on Main at (925) 462-2766. The Museum on Main Presidents will reminisce about their lives, discuss their is located at 603 Main Street in historic downtown presidencies, and share their opinions on government. Pleasanton. It is open to the public Tuesday through Three Presidents: Robert Broski as Abraham Lincoln, “The July Ed Kinney Speaker Series performance is going Bruce Buonauro as James Garfield, and Peter Small Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from to be a unique and special opportunity for any student or 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. For more information about current as Theodore Roosevelt. lover of American history and politics,” notes Education exhibits and programs, visit the Museum’s web site at Director Sarah Schaefer. www.museumonmain.org or call (925) 462-2766.

Axis Community Health to Benefit Book in a Jar Contest to Begin As part of this summer’s Teen Summer Reading from Purchases of Darcie Kent Vineyards’ Program, teens are invited to stop by any of the three branches of Livermore Public Library in July to have a look at the Book-in-a-Jar. A book has been cut up, line by Victories Rosé Malbec line, and placed in a glass jar. Based on what they can see of the text, teens must guess the correct title and author. For each bottle of Darcie Kent Vineyards’ Victories Entries may be completed at the library between 12:00 Rosé Malbec sold raises money to support breast cancer pm on Sunday, July 1, 2018, through 9:00 pm on Tuesday, health services at Axis Community Health. Axis is a non- July 31, 2018. One entry per teen in grades 6 through profit community health center and is the sole provider 12. A drawing will be held on August 1 from the correct of free and low-cost health services for low-income and entries. Five lucky winners will receive a snack pack and one of those packs also will contain a $10 Barnes & Noble uninsured Tri-Valley residents. gift card. “Axis currently has 90 patients coping with breast To look at the book-in-a-jar, visit one of the Livermore cancer,” according to Sue Compton, Axis CEO. “Having Public Library branches: Civic Center at 1188 South ongoing resources to support breast cancer screening and Livermore Avenue, Rincon at 725 Rincon Avenue, or care is essential and we are thrilled to have this generous Springtown at 998 Bluebell Drive. support from Darcie Kent Vineyards. When someone steps For more information, visit the Livermore Public up and makes giving part of their everyday way of doing Library’s web site at http://www.livermorelibrary.net, or business, our community really benefits,” says Compton. call 925-373-5576.

“And to make it easy and enjoyable for more people to benefiting Valley Humane Society, Chute Out Chardonnay take part makes it all the better.” supporting the Livermore Stockmen’s Rodeo Foundation, Correction The Victories Rosé wine was created in 2004 by and Thunderbird Chardonnay and Red supporting the Correction: Towne Center Books welcomes Meghan Olympic Gold Medalist Peggy Fleming and her husband Thunderbird Preservation Society of Lake Tahoe. Flaherty, author of Tango Lesson: A Memoir, for the Dr. Greg Jenkins to raise funds for breast cancer. In 2013 The charity wines are available at the winery’s tasting monthly Read It and Eat on July 24 at 11:30 a.m. they passed the torch to Darcie Kent who has continued room, located at 7000 Tesla Road, Livermore, and are Lunch inspired by the book will be served. Written the tradition and is now focusing on giving this support featured during special events. At its upcoming summer in wry, lyrical prose, and beautifully enriched by the locally. Each bottle of wine sold will raise $2 to help concert series, the winery will be pouring all of the vivid history and culture of the dance, Tango Lessons is a provide breast cancer screenings, diagnostic tests, and charity wines exclusively at all four concerts. The first transformative story of conquering your fears, living your case management for low-income Tri-Valley women concert, on Saturday, June 30th at 5:00 pm, features Shana dreams, and enjoying the dizzying freedom found in the receiving care at Axis. Morrison. closest embrace. Tickets are $15. Reservations are required. Victories Rosé is one of several charity wines offered For more information or tickets visit Towne Center Books, 555 Main Street, Pleasanton; by Darcie Kent. The others are Dog Day Cabernet darciekentvineyards.com/summer-concert-series. [email protected] or 925-846-8826. JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 5 Sacred Fire to Perform Music by Santana at Tuesday Tunes

Get ready for the 4th- “Tuesday Tunes”. www.sacredfireband.com of-July with a rocking Sacred Fire is comprised This eclectic 10-concert performance of Sacred Fire, of seasoned experienced series is also made possible a Santana tribute band, on touring musicians. It is a by funding from Tri-Valley Tuesday, July 3rd. Enjoy blistering six-piece Latin Conservancy, Uncle Credit the Tribe Vibe as you Rock Santana Tribute band Union, Uncle Yu’s, The dance, eat and celebrate the that knows how to bring Independent, Joanne Foy upcoming holiday. Each out the energy in a crowd and Joan and Lynn Seppala. Tuesday through August 14 and pull out all the stops Next up on July 10th is at 6:45 pm, the Livermore with your favorite songs the David Thornton band Cultural Arts Council such as She’s Not There, playing original blues, (LCAC) brings family- Black Magic Woman, Evil country and rock. friendly free entertainment Ways, etc. spanning the A full schedule and on the Shea Homes Stage career of SF Bay favorite information about the in the Livermore Plaza Carlos Santana. Sacred bands can be found at the adjacent to the Bankhead Fire brings a bombastic Livermore Cultural Arts Theater. Shea Homes is sound full of Guitar, Organ, Council’s website www. also the major sponsor of Percussions and Vocals. LCAC.org. Sacred Fire in concert.

Wine Country Sangiovese: Lighthearted and Sunny

2014 Mitchell Katz “I Love You” Sangiovese by Harry Stoll Livermore Valley ($48) This stunner balances power, Sangiovese translates to “blood of Jove.” In Roman finesse and complexity. You get aromas of French oak, mythology Jove is the god of gods, and the god of the mint and cassis. The roll around and the farewell has sky and thunder. Sangiovese grows all over Italy as well some toast, velvet, a hunk of cocoanut husk and a hint of as in the Livermore Valley. Sulawesi Kalossi coffee beans. I let the good times roll I checked with Googleguru and wine-tasting- and paired it with pork chops. reviews.com told me, “Sangiovese flavors and aromas 2013 Mitchell Katz Sangiovese Livermore Valley are strong in fruit, especially tart cherries, with floral Crackerbox Vineyard ($40) This classic sangio has notes. Other characteristics of wines made from aromas and flavors of red cherries, light clove and freshly medium-bodied lovely has flavors of cherry, blueberry, sangiovese grapes include firm tannins and high ground cinnamon. A pallet of blueberries, black licorice blackberry, plum, violets and earth. The oak aging leaves acidity.” Dan Baldwin, winemaker at Rios Estates, and rich caramel unload on the roll around, which is full- subtle cedar and vanilla spice. I sneaked a bottle into a e-mails, “Sangiovese is usually a fairly straightforward bodied and marked by velvety tannins and Arabian Mocha monster truck rally, which had good Polish sausages, and grape to work with to make nice well-balanced wines.” Sanani coffee beans. I went honky tonkin’ honkin’ ‘round enjoyed the two as one of the trucks stood on its nose. He adds that changes in weather from year to year can this town with this sangiovese and found a fried chicken 2015 Big White House Sangiovese Lodi Ripken make things difficult but, ”Most years this grape is place. Perfecto. Vineyard ($30) This lighthearted delight is akin to a pretty well-behaved and makes a great wine that pairs 2015 Fenestra Sangiovese San Francisco Bay Area Chianti from the Old World. It spoils you with aromas of well with a lot of moderately robust foods.” ($30) This sangio is elegant, with inviting aromas and cranberry, rose and allspice. This makes for a very juicy MV el Sol Super Tuscan Sangiovese California flavors of tart cherry, red plum, strawberry, fig, oregano, roll around. The Camptown Races were five miles long, ($26) This medium to full-bodied wine has flavors thyme just right, dried roses and potpourri. It brought back which gave me time to enjoy this sangio with sliced wild of gage plum, a fresh slice of warm Claim Jumper gold from the 2018 SF Chronicle Competition and will boar. boysenberry pie, bing cherries and, of course, hints of make a big hit when the commercial salmon season opens 2014 Rubino Estates Sangiovese Riserva Livermore cassis. Lithe acidity and supple crushed gravel floats the off of Pigeon Point this month. It’ll be pricey but right. I Valley ($28) This delicioso vino is 2% Trebbiano, topped wine across the palate. I had lunch with Sophia Loren can’t find any expert who says sangio pairs well with fresh off with sangiovese. Aromas of wild strawberry fields and Jayne Mansfield. We paired the wine with pizza wild caught salmon, but my taste buds never lie to me. forever, cherry, raspberry and a figgy pudding lead to a ciliegina (no red sauce). Sophia said it was like home 2013 Stony Ridge Sangiovese Livermore Valley Del complex fruitiness, complemented by a hint of baking but thought cabernet sauvignon had been added for a Arroyo Vineyards ($30) The grapes are grown high on spices. On the palate, you will get a tangy dang good lift. “Bene! Bene!” she said, and kept checking to make a hill in the east end of the valley, rather like the hills acidity, a rich roll around and a goodbye that doesn’t want sure Jayne hadn’t spilled any wine on her dress. of Tuscany and Umbria where sangiovese thrives. This to say it. Gnocchi was the perfect pairing. 6 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018 Trains an Ongoing Attraction at the Fairgrounds

Railroading…at the how railroads pioneered the Alameda County Fair west and drove California. What is over 55 years They talk about how the old, is always changing, railroads enable shipment and entertains thousand of of fruits and produce from kids and adults every year? California to the rest of the The answer is the Alameda country and how container County Central Railroad shipping and unit trains for Society (ACCRS), a group coal and oil have changed of volunteers who build and the railroads and our maintain model railroads economy. for the public to enjoy Discussing the hobby at the Alameda County comes naturally to the Fairgrounds. ACCRS volunteers. The ACCRS operates Together they build and two model railroads in maintain almost 3,000 a building donated by square feet of operating the Alameda County model railroad. While Fairgrounds. The ACCRS the hobby often includes has been in the same many older Americans, building for 37 years. there are increasingly ACCRS is in operation younger people seeing during the fair and this as an alternative to the other events such as the video game albatross. The GoodGuys car shows at ACCRS has had members the Fairgrounds. One of as young as 14, with their the railroads is on HO parents as participants. A (1/87th scale) and uses larger percentage of the the size to show the full volunteers are older and range of railroad impact retired, especially during in Alameda County and the week. Several peer California. For example, the reviewed medical studies Photos - Doug Jorgensen layout includes a container have shown strong links shipping port as well as a between active hobby large city scene. The other engagement and extended layout is in the larger O lifespan and happiness in Scale (1/48th scale) and retirement and life. While similarly reflects the range younger participants can from the shore to the work on the weekends, the mountains. Over the years, ACCRS relies on active the ACCRS volunteers seniors during the week and have spent over 50-man other times. years and thousands of Running the railroad for dollars building two display the fair takes over 1,200 railroads to delight the hours of volunteer time, not public. including other events and During the fair and other repairs or building projects open houses, the ACCRS on the layouts. The ACCRS volunteers run trains, talk meets Friday nights at the with children about the layouts on the Alameda trains and history, and talk County Fairgrounds to with young people and run trains, work on the adults about the hobby of layout and socialize about model railroading. The railroads and railroading. model railroad allows the The ACCRS welcomes volunteers to talk about anyone interested to stop in.

JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 7

“Seen/Hear” Exhibit in the Bankhead Gallery to Celebrate Heritage Through Multicultural Art

“Seen/Hear: A Multicultural Exhibit Celebrating her culture into every aspect of her colorful wearable Heritage” at the Bankhead Theater Gallery will showcase art, helping her serve as a cultural ambassador not just works of art representing Native American, Hispanic for Kenya, but all of Africa. Nana-Dictta Graves brings and African cultures. The new exhibit opens Wednesday, glorious images of everyday materials into visionary June 27, 2018. It will remain on display for two months, micro-mosaic works of fine art, inspired by her African featuring the works of seven artists: John Balloue, Harry heritage. Fonseca, Daniel Camacho, Francisco Franco, Fortune “Seen/Hear” will be on display in the Bankhead Sitole, Wawi Amasha, and Nana-Dictta Graves. Theater Gallery from June 27 through August 27, 2018. Bay Area native John Balloue has said he finds in An Artists’ Reception will be held on Saturday, July his art a way to understand, honor and keep alive his 14 from 1:00 to 3:00pm, providing an opportunity to Cherokee heritage, while adding vibrant color and his own admire the works and meet some of the artists. During contemporary style. Harry Fonseca’s early pieces reflected the free afternoon event, there will be music and dance the creation myth of the Nisenan Maidu people. His demonstrations by Cheza Nami and Livermore’s American subsequent works have highlighted other iconic images of Indian Center, as well as light appetizers. Native American culture, influenced by basketry designs The exhibit is free of charge and open to the public. “Mr. Strong” by artist John Balloue and dance regalia. The Gallery, located in the lobby of the Bankhead Theater An art teacher at the elementary and middle school at 2400 First Street, is open Monday through Wednesday levels in Oakland, Daniel Camacho promotes awareness from 1:00 to 4:00pm and by appointment. of Mexican/Latino culture through his artwork, as well Throughout the year, the Bankhead Theater holds free as his active involvement with community groups. After family-oriented events to honor the rich cultural heritage witnessing the 9/11 attack in New York, Francisco Franco in the local community by sharing traditions of music, found healing in artwork that builds on the Dia de los dance, art, crafts and food. Scheduled for the coming Muertos (Day of the Dead) traditions of his heritage. year are Native American Day (Sep 21), Taste of Africa A self-taught artist, Fortune Sitole uses a variety of (Oct 6), Filipino Barrio Fiesta (Oct 7), Diwali Festival of materials to recreate and preserve visions of everyday Lights (Nov 2) and Lunar New Year (Feb 10.) life in the townships of South Africa. Wawi Amasha folds

Scholastic Bus Tour to Make Stop at Dublin Library

Scholastic is hitting the road again with their summer reading road trip. They are partnering with bookstores and libraries nationwide to host reading festival for families with kids ages 0-12. This year the event will be at the Dublin Public Library, with books sold on site by Towne Center Books. The event will take place July 3 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library, 200 Civic Plaza. This year’s event will include a special Dav Pilkey Station, with Dog Man and Captain Underpants themed activities and giveaways; a Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Station, featuring crafts and giveaways; and two other stations with themed activities for many scholastic favorites, such as Thelma the Unicorn, Pig the Pug, The Bad Guys, and Goose- bumps. There will also be meet and greets with a few favorite scholastic characters: Clifford the Big Red Dog, Geronimo Stilton, and Dog Man. The characters will be walking around the event, meeting guests, and taking photos. Additionally, Dublin welcomes three scholastic authors to meet young fans and sign autographs. The library will be “Raices Profundas” by artist Daniel Camacho hosting authors Aaron Nels Steinke, Sandra Markle, and Tim McCanna. This event is ongoing from 11am to 1pm in the parking lot of the Dublin Public Library, and it is completely free. 8 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS mila Kirillova, William Rushton, refreshments are available. Call Fridays - Tasting room open courtyard, 21 South Livermore Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. Livermore Art Association Kerri Warner. July 12, Thursday, or e-mail Barbara Stanton for from noon to 7 pm with live Ave., Livermore. firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Gallery, located in the Carnegie 4:00-5:00 p.m. Literary Arts more info about the workshop, music from 5-8 pm. 6/29/18 Chris Bradley's Jazz Band ap- Building, offers art classes, Ambassador Meg Fleming will 925-373-9638 - microangelo@ Truth without Fear; 7/06/18 pears regularly at: The Castle ON THE STAGE unusual gifts, painting rentals, host a fun creative writing event earthlink.net. Meshach Jackson; 7/13/18 MC Rock Restaurant in Livermore/ 2018 Livermore Shakespeare art exhibits and information open to kids aged 8-12. There Preschool Art classes: Thursday & The Hammers; 7/20/18 Truth on Portola Avenue-- the 2nd Festival: The Importance pertaining to the art field, 2155 will be creative writing, reading, mornings 9:45 – 10:45. without Fear; 7/27/18 Chaz & Tuesday each month from of Being Earnest: A Trivial Third St., Livermore. The gallery and games centered around Children aged 3-5 are welcome Ed; 8/03/18 Michelle Lambert; 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, Comedy for Serious People by has been open since 1974 (you guessed it) canines! ($5 to join this class. Classes cover 8/10/18 Meredith McHenry; small cover. Oscar Wilde and The Winter’s and is run as a co-op by local suggested donation). Regular drawing, painting, print-making, 8/17/18 Frankie Bones Project; John McCutcheon: Master In- Tale by William Shakespeare. artists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. gallery hours: Wednesday, sculpture and ceramics. For 8/24/18 The Gitanos. 2407 strumentalist and Folksinger. Performances June 28th – July 11:30-4 p.m. For information Thursday, Friday from 12:00- further information, contact Research Dr., Livermore. wood- Sunday, July 1, 4:00 p.m. at the 29th, 2018. Preview & Family call 449-9927. 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 Thomasin Dewhurst at (925) familyvineyards.com intimate Firehouse Arts Center Night of The Importance of Be- Members of the Pleasanton a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gal- 216-7231 or thomasin_d@ Charles R Vineyards, Ukulele Theater in Pleasanton. Unique ing Earnest on June 28th. The Art League Public Art Circuit lery at the Firehouse Arts Center hotmail.com or visit http:// Jam and Open Mike with Steve opportunity to see one of the Importance of Being Earnest are currently exhibiting art at in Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad childrensartclassesprojects. Kritzer, June 30, 1:00 to 4:00pm country's most respected and Opening Night Performance on six businesses in the Pleas- Avenue. Donations always blogspot.com/ Steve Kritzer, singer-songwriter, beloved folksingers and story- June 29th. Earnest performanc- anton - Dublin Area. Viewing appreciated. Art Classes, For children, multi-instrumentalist and tellers. “The most impressive es are June 28, 29, 30, July 1, locations are: Bank of America Art Under the Oaks, July 21-22 teens and adults. Beginner to popular ukulele teacher for instrumentalist I’ve ever heard.” 6, 7, 8, 13 and 15. Preview & at 337 Main Street, Pleasan- at Alden Lane Nursery, Liver- advanced. Drawing, painting, our monthly Ukulele Jam & – Johnny Cash. Reserved seat- Family Night of The Winter’s ton; Pleasanton Chamber of more. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both printmaking, sculpture and Open Mic. Informal friendly ing tickets $20 - $30. Tickets Tale on July 12th. The Winter’s Commerce at 777 Peters Street, days. Art, music, food and wine. ceramics taught by highly expe- setting on the Charles R patio. available at www.firehousearts. Tale Bard Bash Opening Night, Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & www.aldenlane.com rienced artist and art instructor, Music sheets will be provided, org, 925-931-4848, or at the benefit dinner and performance Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard Thomasin Dewhurst. Weekday everything from Tin Pan Alley center Box Office, 4444 Railroad will be held on Saturday, July Road, Pleasanton; US Bank at MEETINGS/CLASSES and weekend classes, Home to Classic Rock, to favorite pop Avenue, in downtown Pleasan- 14th. The Winter’s Tale perfor- 749 Main Street, Pleasanton; Art Classes always on-going at school classes, Special classes songs, Hawaiian and more. ton, and 2 hours before concert mances are July 12, 14, 19, 20, Edward Jones at 6601 Dublin the Bothwell Arts Center. Acryl- during school breaks offered. An Open Mic session will give if not sold out. 21, 22, 26, 27, 28 and 29. All Boulevard, Dublin; and The Ba- ics, oils, watercolor, drawing, (925) 216-7231 or email those with more expertise a Jazz in July, Livermore Civic performances begin at 7:30 PM. gel Street Café at 6762 Bernal colored pencil, mixed media [email protected] for chance to strut their stuff! Bring Center Library, Sundays at 2 pm Wente Vineyards Estate Winery Avenue Pleasanton. If interested classes for adults and multiple further info. a picnic, kids are welcome, and at the Civic Center Library, 1188 & Tasting Room, 5565 Tesla in becoming a member of the children's classes always avail- Piano and keyboard lessons, wine is available for purchase South Livermore Avenue. free. Road, Livermore. $25-$58. Pleasanton Art League or for able. Register at. bothwell. For children to adult. Beginner by the glass or bottle. 8195 July 1: The Oakland Jazz Choir; Bard’s Bash performance with information regarding the Public lvpac.org to early intermediate level. Half- Crane Ridge Road, Livermore July 8: Joe DeRose and Amici: dinner on July 14th: $150. Art Circuit, call John Trimingham The Young Artists’ Studio has hour private classes or small www.charlesrvineyards.com Drummer Joe DeRose leads this Family Nights (Earnest) on June at (510) 877-8154. openings in its 2018 Sum- group classes offered. Twice- 925-454-3040 Jazz Fusion band; July 15: Rob 28th and (Winter’s Tale) on July Wild Folds, special exhibit at mer Session. Artist Peggy yearly recitals. (925) 216-7231 Hart Trio; July 22: Lee Water- 12th: Kids Tickets $5. Kids 18 & the Livermore Art Association Frank welcomes interested or email thomasin_d@hotmail. MUSIC/CONCERTS man & Jazz Caliente; July 29: Under on all other performances Gallery, featuring Robert Lange students ages 7 and older to com for further info. Bluegrass Style Music at the Dmitri Matheny Group. For more are $18. (925) 443-BARD or origami. April 11 to June 29. sign up for a week or more of Ukulele Circle, Meetings held the Bandstand, and open mic. information about this and other www.LivermoreShakes.org Gallery located upstairs in the small group instruction in art. last Saturday from 12 noon-1 Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m. Fourth and program, visit Livermorelibrary. San Francisco Shakespeare historic Carnegie Building, 2155 Projects include all kinds of p.m. at Galina’s Music Studio K Streets, Livermore. Contin- net or call (925) 373-5500. Festival Free Shakespeare 3rd St., Livermore. Open Wed.- drawing, painting, printmaking located at 1756 First St., Liver- ues first Sunday of the month Lee Greenwood, July 6, 8 p.m. in the Park production of A Sat. 11:30 to 4 and Sun. 10 to and sculpture and are held in more. Confirm participation by until first Sunday in October. Country Music Legend Grammy Midsummer Night’s Dream. 2:30. No admission charge. Peggy’s studio. High school calling (925) 960-1194 or via Traditional Bluegrass, old time Award-winner. Bankhead The- Pleasanton’s Amador Valley To the Point Pencil and Pen Art students working on advanced the website at www.Galinas- gospel, national interest and ater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Community Park, Santa Rita Show showcases colored pen- portfolios are welcome, as are MusicStudio.com. Beginners are message times. Acoustic instru- www.bankheadtheater.org, Road and Black Avenue at 7 cil, graphite, pen and ink artists. adults and families, if space al- welcome. Bring some music to ments only. 373-6800. p.m. on June 30, and July 1, 7, Berkshire Hathaway Realty, lows. For information about the share with the group. Ukuleles Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Rita Coolidge, 8 p.m., July 7, 8, 14, and 15. Free. 1983 2nd Street, Livermore. summer art program or weekly are available for purchase. Music every Sunday. 12:00 - Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Evita, Las Positas College May 6 through July 3; hours school year lessons contact Small $10 fee to cover meeting 4:30. 1356 S. Livermore Ave, St., Livermore. www.bankhead- Amphitheater, July 12-15. 3000 9:00 to 5:00 or by appointment her at (925) 443-8755 or email costs. Livermore. http://retzlaffvine- theater.org, 373-6800. Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. with Cher Wollard. [email protected]. Charles R Vineyards, Plein Air on yards.com Derik Nelson & Family, 8 p.m., http://www.laspositascollege. DogShow: For the Love of Figure Drawing Workshop, the Patio, 9:30am to 12:00pm- Nor Cal Open Jam Nights, Thurs- July 13, Bankhead Theater, edu/performingarts/index.php Dogs. New themed fine art every Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 Mixed Media artists are invited day and Sunday nights, 9 p.m. 2400 First St., Livermore. www. The Little Mermaid, July 21-Aug. exhibit opens June 15, on p.m. Artists bring their own every Tuesday morning through to 2 p.m. All equipment sup- bankheadtheater.org, 373-6800. 4. 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. display through July 21, at the materials and easels. Open to August 28 on the Charles R plies, full PA with 4 vocal mics, The New Christy Minstrels, Sunday. Tri-Valley Repertory Harrington Gallery in Pleas- all artists. Professional artist patio. Find inspiration in the 4 piece drum set w/double kick, July 27, 8 p.m. American Folk Theatre, Bankhead Theater, anton’s Firehouse Arts Center. models (nude). No instruc- surrounding nature and among guitar and bass amp. Any style Legends. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Works include variety of media, tor. Students under 18 need fellow artists. 8195 Crane Ridge music. Bands welcome. Age 21 2400 First St., Livermore. www. bankheadtheater.org, 373-6800. including painting, sculpture, written parental permission to Road +. Place Live Music Club, 2562 bankheadtheater.org, 373-6800. collage, and textile arts. Artists: attend. Cost $20 per session. Old First St., Livermore. A New Day: The Songs of Doris COMEDY Kaethe Bealer, Marina Berlin, Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th WINE & SPIRITS Blacksmith Square, music every Day With Tori Ana; 2 p.m. July Free Comedy Show every Susan Else, Kathleen Hill, Lyud- St., Livermore. Coffee, tea and Wood Family Vineyards, Fun Saturday 3 to 6 p.m. in the 29. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Thursday at Sanctuary from JUNE 28, 2018 • The Independent 9 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

trivalleyrep.org/data/assets/ Livermorelibrary.net or call the docs/HUNCHBACK-AUDITION- library at 925-373-5500. Two PokéSWAP Events at Ellis Rodriguez FORM.pdf) & conflict sheet. Political Issues Book Club - San Francisco Hunchback will perform at the meets the 4th Tuesday of each the Livermore Library Comedy Bankhead Theatre January month, and reads books about Competition 12th – 28th, 2019. For detailed issues and trends that are The Livermore Public Library will be hosting two winner role information: https://www. driving current affairs in both more PokéSWAP events on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 and trivalleyrep.org/shows/the- the national and international Wednesday, August 1, 2018, from 2:00 – 3:30 pm at the hunchback-of-notre-dame. For arenas. Topics that have been Civic Center Library, 1188 South Livermore Avenue. any questions, please contact covered include politics, These PokéSWAP events are free Pokémon-trading Producer, Kathleen Breedveld: governance, economics, military parties where participants are encouraged to bring their [email protected] affairs, history, sociology, sci- Pokémon trading cards and video games in order to swap ence, the climate, and religion. Pokémon with other players. Trading Pokémon is optional VOLUNTEER Contact Rich at 872-7923, for and not required of attendees. Seeking Volunteers: dancers/ further questions Patrons of all ages are welcome to participate. Regis- singers novice to professional We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a tration is not required for this free event. Snacks will be for flash mob performance in member-centered book group provided. Livermore on July 22, 2018. led by a small group of book For more information, visit www.livermorelibrary.net, Looking for multi-generations: club veterans, with reading se- or contact Librarian Caitlyn Lung at 925-373-5576. 12 each elementary school age, lections based on member rec- young adults, adults, seniors. ommendations and consensus. Contact Sandra Harrison Kay No homework required– share July Religion Chat to Be for more details WriteousMom. your insights or just listen in! [email protected] Contact Nancy Tingstrom Turner at [email protected]. Held at St. Charles OPERA Alameda County Fair will run The July Religion Chat will be held at St. Charles Opera in the Vineyards, Retzlaff 18 total days from Friday, June Catholic Church,in the Keeley Center, Borromeo Hall, Vineyards Winery, July 15, 2018, 15 through Sunday, July 8. 1315 Lomitas Avenue, Livermore on Wednesday, July 11 5:30 p.m. Picnic, sip wine Alameda County Fairgrounds, from 7:00-8:15 p.m. The facility will be open from 6:30- and listen to opera. “Arias a la Pleasanton. www.alamed- 8:30 p.m. so attendees have a chance to visit with each carte,” Tickets are $50 each in acountyfair.com other. The event is free. All are welcome. 4th of July Family Fun Fire- advance, $55 each at the door. Ample parking is available in the adjoining parking lot, Tickets can be purchased online works Celebration - July 4th, 7:30-9 pm in the Skylight Room is "Turning the Wheels." Every- accessed via driveway at east end of the property. on the Livermore Valley Opera 2018. Livermore Downtown. at Sanctuary, 2369 First St. in one is welcome to attend. Some website at www.livermoreval- 4pm Street Closure - 9:30pm Topic will be"Engaging our Youth--Challenges and Livermore. films are mature in content and leyopera.com. All ticket levels Fireworks. Successes. What Does a Successful Program Look Like? Comedy! Ellis Rodriguez: 2017 may not be suitable for children. will have table seating. Tables Little League Intermediate Speakers are Dr. Patricia Keer Munro - Congregation SF Comedy Competition For more information or as- of eight are available for pur- World Series, July 29-August Beth Emek; Bob Miess - Unitarian Universalist Church Champion. Saturday, July sistance, contact the Pleas- chase in advance for $360. 5. Max Baer Park, Livermore. With the purpose of bringing people of different faiths 21, 8:00 p.m. the intimate anton Public Library at (925) Hosted by District 57 Little or no faith together to learn from each other and talk to Firehouse Arts Center Theater 931-3400, extension 4. 400 Old League; 12 teams to compete. MISCELLANEOUS each other, Interfaith Interconnect has a number of varied in Pleasanton. Take a break Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton. http://intermediateworldseries. Hagemann Ranch Open House. programs throughout the year. Interfaith.interconnect@ from the summer heat to laugh org/world-series/ Tours of the 140+ year old gmail.com along with one of the fastest AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS ranch and free, family friendly rising young comedians on the Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre seasonal activities. The last circuit! Plus joining Ellis will be auditions for: The Hunchback Sunday of each month, 1-4 PM. Modesto-based stand-up comic of Notre Dame. Music by Alan Fair to Hold Sip, Savor and Wager Events Go to www.livermorehistory.com Anthony K, finalist at the Big Menken, Lyrics by Stephen for the monthly program. 455 Sip, Savor & Wager Wine Festival and Craft Cocktail Festival are back for live horse Sky Comedy Festival. Reserved Schwartz, Book by Peter Parnell. Olivina Ave., Livermore. racing at Alameda County Fair. seating tickets $10 - $20. Audition Dates: August 21st A Writers Meetup for adults 18 Events will be held at Pleasanton’s historic infield track on race days. Besides un- Tickets available at www.fire- and 22nd starting at 7pm (no and older meets on the first limited sampling, attendees can enjoy lawn games, wagering and the thrill of live horse housearts.org, 925-931-4848, appointment necessary), 1020 Tuesday of every month, 6:30 racing up close. Special event pricing applies. or at the center Box Office, 4444 Serpentine Lane, Suite 101, p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Liver- Sip, Savor & Wager Wine Fest – Saturday, June 30, 2-5PM. Sample wines from more Railroad Avenue, in downtown Pleasanton, CA 94566 (suite more Civic Center Library, 1188 than 25 great wineries. http://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/sip-savor-and-wager-wine- Pleasanton. is in the back of the building). S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore, festival/ Callbacks August 25th (by CA. There is no charge and no Craft Cocktail Festival – Saturday, July 7, 2-5PM. Local bartenders serve up their best MOVIES invitation only); Dance call will sign-up needed to attend this creations. http://annual.alamedacountyfair.com/craft-cocktail-festival/ Classic Film Series, Pleasanton be held at the Call-back. Bring informal gathering. Hosted by General Admission (advance purchase, includes Fair admission) - $40; day of event - Public Library, 6 p.m. first sheet music in your own key (no local writer and NaNoWriMo $40 (Fair admission purchased separately). Thursday of the month. The transposing). 16-32 bars up- (National Novel Writing Month) Ticket price for all events includes exclusive infield access, unlimited sampling, tast- films are free and are screened tempo Broadway, a current re- participant Sydney Dent. To ing glass, racing program & tip sheet. Must be 21 or older to attend. in the Pleasanton Library large sume and headshot along with learn more about this program For participating breweries & wineries or to purchase tickets, visit the Fair’s website meeting room. Theme this year an audition form (https://www. check the library’s website at at alamedacountyfair.com. 10 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018

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Program at Rincon Library (Organizations wishing to run notices Livermore history and/or like working with morning meeting. Meetings are held every and the beautifully landscaped grounds. in Bulletin Board, send information to PO children (mostly 3rd graders) are needed. Tuesday at 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & For information on the Ravenswood Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care Mission is to teach children the history Grill at the Las Positas Golf Course, 915 Progress League (RPL) or the volunteer As a part of the Summer Reading Program, the of Bulletin Board or email information of Livermore and instill in them a sense Club House Drive, Livermore. For more Docent Program, please call the Docent Rincon Branch Library will welcome the “Science to [email protected]. Include of pride in the city. There will be training. information, go to www.livermoreval- Coordinator at (925) 443-0238. Tellers,” as they perform their “Wild West: The name of organization, meeting date, Time commitment could be as little as a leyrotary.org/ or contact Frank Vallejo, Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social Mystery of the Golden Piano” show. time, place and theme or subject. Phone few days a year. There are usually have 3 President of Rotary Club of Livermore group of retired men who join together to number and contact person should also docents at each school. If interested, call Valley, at 925-595-2004 or FVallejo@ better enjoy their leisure time. Activities The program will begin at 11:30 am on Friday, July be included. Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) Nancy Mulligan, 925-443-3076 or E-mail CalWater.com include golf, bridge, photography, travel, 13, 2018. It will run for approximately 45 minutes. Widowed Men and Women of [email protected]. Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- Designed for children in elementary school, this Northern CA, June 30, 2 p.m. pie and ice Sing for fun, Music Sing-a-Long, and experienced dancers are welcome. ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men liv- show incorporates audience participation and combines cream celebration in San Ramon, RSVP by sing familiar tunes with other folks along Balkan, Israeli and other world dances, ing in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, and June 28 to Athene, 846-0111. with piano accompaniment. The words easy line and circle dances, no partners San Ramon. The group meets for lunch on storytelling with science. Program attendees will learn Bimonthly workshop for grief of the songs will be provided. No musical required, casual dress. $3 per session the first Thursday of each month at the the science behind chemical reactions, acids and bases, support, June 28, July 12 and 16, August experience needed. Most Mondays, from (first time free). Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Lane, combustion, inertia, and more, all while hearing a story 9 and 23 at 7:30 pm at St. Elizabeth 11:00-12:00 at the Robert Livermore at the Bothwell Arts Center (West end), San Ramon. Please read more about the of a bank-robbing outlaw unfold. Seton, 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton. Community Center. Small fee. 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Information: Tri-Valley SIR at www.trivalleysir.org and This free event requires no registration. It is All are welcome regardless of religious Counter Point (Addiction Family George Pavel (925) 447-8020 or george. the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. For affiliation. Go to catholicsofpleasanton.org Support Group), Counter Point is a free [email protected] information or to attend a meeting, call sponsored by The Friends of the Livermore Library. then scroll down to grief ministry tab and faith based, Christ centered (Al Anon Square Dance Lessons in Liver- Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. The Rincon Branch Library is at 725 Rincon Ave. tap on it for additional information. based) program designed to help indi- more, 7 p.m. at Del Valle High School, American Legion Post 47 in The Livermore Public Library’s Summer Reading Dress a Girl Around the World, an viduals with family members who suffer 2253 5th Street. All ages welcome. Livermore is looking for veterans in the Program is a free program featuring special events and invitation to make simple dresses for girls from alcoholism and drug addiction. Dancing Thursdays weekly from 7 p.m. Livermore area who are interested in in third world countries. Meetings are We meet Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. No partner or special attire performing community service for young prizes for all ages. Scheduled events throughout the once a month. The next meeting is June at Cornerstone Fellowship (348 North needed. For more information call Mar- people and promoting veterans affairs. summer include storytimes, crafts, concerts, puppetry, 30, from 9 am to 3 pm at St. Michael’s Canyons Parkway, Livermore across from garet 925-447-6980 or mmiller1435@ Interested veterans will meet with other and a wildlife presentation. Hall, 325 Maple St.., Livermore. Bring Costco) and Tuesday evenings at 7:00 gmail.com. like-minded veterans for camaraderie For further information, pick up a 2018 Summer sewing machine or serger, iron, ironing p.m. at St. Michael Elementary School Shepherd’s Gate New Life Thrift and support of veterans' causes. The Reading Program calendar of events at any of the board, scissors, along with helping hands. (345 Church Street, Livermore). For Store, open at 4014 East Ave. Hours will American Legion is the largest federally (Those planning to stay all day should further information contact Kent (925- be 9 -67 Monday through Friday, 9-5 chartered veterans organization that is library’s three locations, check online at www. bring a bag lunch.) Always accepting 243-0211) or Rachel (510-501-1411). Saturday, closed Sunday. Donations can the veterans lobby and voice to congress. livermorelibrary.net, or call 925-373-5504. cheerful cotton fabric donations. Those Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults be left at 4014 East Ave in the rear of the The Livermore American Legion Post 47 who can’t make the Sew-Fest but would who get together for events like board building, 9:30 AM to 5 PM M-F, 8 – 2:30 meets the second and fourth Monday of like to sew, arrange for kits that can be games, movies and fan conventions. PM Sat, closed Sundays & holidays. each month at 6:30 PM at the Veterans sews at home. Questions? Suzanne Beck, Meetings every Tuesday at 5:30 for dinner Italian Catholic Federation, meets Memorial Building, 522 South L Street, 925-352-8447 or [email protected] and board games A schedule of upcoming 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. Livermore. Enter the building from the Training Scheduled Master Gardeners, on site to answer events can be found on Facebook at: Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 4001 ramp on the 5th Street side. For more gardening queries from 930-1130 on Facebook.com/groups/TriValleyGeeks. Text Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Anyone who information go to http://www.calegion. the 2nd Saturday of every month at the Melody Evenson at 925-209-1214 for loves all things Italian is invited to meet org/ or contact Bill Bergmann at calegion. for Volunteer Tutors Livermore Earth Friendly Demonstration more information. to celebrate the Italian heritage with [email protected] or (925) 443-2330 Garden, 3575 Greenville Rd., Livermore. Golden Circle Seniors, meetings monthly dinner meetings and holding or Roy Warner at 925-449-6048. Garden Talks on seasonally appropriate Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Cen- charitable events. The group supports Eric's Corner is a free support Imagine being unable to understand a medicine topics begin at 10 am: July 14 - Succu- ter in the Robert Livermore Community Children's Hospital research, college group for people who are dealing with a label, fill out a job application, read to a child, or write lents for the landscape; Aug. 11 - Native Center, 4444 East Ave. Sewing, knitting scholarships and other charities. For diagnosis of Epilepsy. Everyone is invited a letter. These are just some of the challenges faced Color throughout the year; Sept. 8 - You’ve and crocheting all year, saving items for information, contact Judy Wellbeloved, to attend these meetings. Meetings daily by English-speaking adults who struggle to read gotten rid your lawn- Now What?; Oct. the annual bazaar in November. Ninety- president, 462-2487. are held at 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd., 13- Photography in the garden; Nov. 10- five present of the proceeds are donated ClutterLess Self Help Support second floor, Pleasanton. We meet from and write and English language learners working Composting ABC's. to local charities. Group (CL) is a non profit,peer based, 6:30 -8;00 on the third Thursday of each to improve their skills. Help make a difference by Tri-Valley GO (Grassroots Organiz- Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner all volunteer, self help in-person support month. For more information please visit becoming a literacy tutor. No previous experience is ing) activities; Voter Registration Table meetings every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at group for people with difficulty discarding us at ericscorner.org necessary. at Pleasanton Farmer’s market 9AM-1PM 6:30 p.m. 530 Inklings Coffee Shop in unwanted possessions. Meetings at Assistance League® of Amador Free tutor training is provided by the Literacy every Saturday. Email organizing@ the Wardrobe Room, Pleasanton. Check Parkview, 100 Valley Avenue, (main Valley invites all visitors to join this ofaebc.us Livermore Resistance Phone website for meeting updates pleasan- entrance), 2nd Floor Activity Room, dedicated group of volunteers, reaching department and after completing tutor training, bank at Rainey’s (816 Lucerne St., tonlionsclub.org. Pleasanton Lions Club Pleasanton, every Monday 7 - 8:30 pm out to those in need in the Tri-Valley and volunteers are paired with an adult learner. Pairs Livermore) 5-7PM every Tuesday. Have is a non-profit organization that seeks to (except postal holidays). www.clutterless. having fun doing it. Regular meetings are typically meet at the local library once or twice weekly multiple calling options. Please bring cell identify needs within the community and org (national) or www.ClutterlessEastBay. held on the third Thursday of the month for one to two hours each meeting. The results are phone & internet capable device. Email work together to fulfill those needs. For org for more info. at 7 p.m. at the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., [email protected]. more information or to get involved visit Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Pleasanton. For more information, see our life-changing for an adult who’s struggling, and very Learn Scottish country dancing pleasantonlionsclub.org. All are welcome. Club. Feed your wonder about the Night website, www.amadorvalley.assistance- rewarding for the teacher as well. in Livermore including lively reels and Have you been affected by some- Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on league.org, e-mail assistanceleaguea- The next three-part Tutor Training session will take jigs and graceful strathspeys that are one's drinking? Al-Anon and Alateen the 3rd Friday of the Month for our club [email protected], or call (925) place on the following dates from 10:00pm-12:30pm. the traditional social dance of Scotland. offer hope and strength for families and meeting. Unitarian Universalist Church, 461-6401. at the Livermore Public Library’s Civic Center, 1188 Mondays 8:00 to 9:30 pm at the Liver- friends of problem drinkers. www.Ala- 1893 N. Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open Operation: SAM “Supporting All more Veteran’s Hall, 522 South L Street, nonTriValley.org, 925-277-7661, help@ at 7:00 p.m. talk starts at 7:30 p.m.. For Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military South Livermore Ave., Livermore. Monday, July 9th; Livermore. No prior dance experience or AlanonTriValley.org. more info visit us @ http://www.trival- support organization based in Livermore. Wednesday, July 11th; and Monday, July 16th. partner required. Welcome new dancers Recovery International Support leystargazers.org/ S.A.M. has been in operation since Janu- (Please note: Participants must attend all three at any time. Call Margaret Ward at (925) Group meets 1300 S Livermore Avenue, Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 ary 2004. It is dedicated to the continued sessions.) 449-5932 or Sheena MacQueen at (925) Livermore, at 2pm every Sunday except Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s morale support of deployed troops. For 784-3662 for more information. holidays. NoRSVP needed. Contact : Ken costumes give free guided tours beginning information or donations, visit www. For more information or to sign up for Tutor Docents for the Livermore 510-754-4599 or Barbara 916-335-8836 at noon, on the second and fourth Sun- operationsam.org, email operationsam@ Training, please call (925) 373-5507 or email literacy@ HistoryMobiie. Volunteers interested in Rotary Club of Livermore Valley days of the month. Each tour includes the comcast.net livermore,lib.ca.us. invites interested individuals to attend its 1885 Cottage and the 1891 Main House, Depression and Bipolar Support

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Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets www.trivalleytriclub.com. Sunset Community Church, 2200 with music, childcare and Godly Play Well Community Outreach Center Mocho Elementary School, 1040 Florence Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's Pleasanton Military Families is a Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship children education. ministry provides meats, canned and Rd., Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., Pleasanton based support group for those service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service Little Brown Church, United Church dry goods, toiletries, and school supplies a.m.; Educational Classes for all ages Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. who have a loved one serving in the Mili- starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 (only available prior to the start of the at 11:00 a.m. visit: www.christchurch- Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ tary. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on church provided. A "Night of Worship" a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. school year). Those with an immedi- trivalley.org or call 925.846.0665. pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- ate need or who would like to donate GraceWay Church worships at Pereira, 462-6415. concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 2580 nonperishable food items, call the office 10 a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary Bereaved Mother’s Network of that are experienced. There is no better p.m. Information, call 447-6282. Pathway Community Church, 1055 at (925) 479-1414 to begin the process. School, 1454 Santa Rita Road while its the Tri-Valley meets the first Tuesday of support than being surrounded by others Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sun- Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contem- Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., new facility is being prepared. Services each month, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Livermore who know what you are going through. day Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., porary Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 and Thursday 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Pick up include band-led worship music, Sunday Civic Center Library, Small Conference Three times per year, the group collects Livermore. Information, 447-8840. am. Children, youth, adult programs. by appointment only. The Outreach Center School for preschoolers and elementary Room. The aim of the network is to allow supplies and sends care packages to the Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, Biblically based practical messages, will be open every 4th Saturday to distrib- through high school students. Infant care bereaved mothers to make connections troops. Contact [email protected] 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 nondenominational. All are welcome. ute bags from Fresh and Easy Market and is provided. www.gracewaylife.org (925) with, share resources, and support other for the location of the next meeting. a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. www.pathwaycommunitychurch.org (925) Sprouts. This will be on a first come first 846-4436. mothers who have been through the Livermore Military Families, a adult Bible study/Sunday school. For 322-1222. serve basis between 11 a.m. to 12:30 Grace Missionary Baptist Church, worst experience of their lives, losing support group for families in Livermore information, call 925-447-1246. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, p.m. 2333 Nissen Drive, Livermore. meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. a child. For more information, contact who have a loved one serving in the Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday wor- Lynnewood United Methodist (925) 667-1610. www.gracembc. [email protected]. Military, is intended to be a safe place for at 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. ship at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/ Church at 4444 Black Ave. offers a com. Sunday School, 9:45 am; Sunday Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open family members to come and share their www.calvarylivermore.org or 925-447- Sunday School at 10:20 am. For more friendly congregation where all are Worship, 11 am. Relevant and refreshing to new and established residents of the experiences and concerns with others 4357. information, visit www.goodshepherd- welcome. Our summer worship schedule Bible teaching. Pastor: Jeff Barger. Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the who understand what they are going Granada Baptist Church, 945 Con- livermore.org or call (950) 371-6200. begins on May 27th with one service at Discovery Church of the Nazarene, first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon through. All family members are welcome cannon Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 9:30 a.m. Childcare provided. Contact 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor on the second Wednesday of the month, to attend meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; worship North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are the church office at (925) 846-0221, Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, Thursday of each month at the Livermore service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: send an email to [email protected] Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at family activities, and monthly adult Veterans Memorial Building, 522 South 447-3428. Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; or visit our website at www.lynnewood. 9:30 AM. Worship Service, Sundays at socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 L Street from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Seventh-day Adventist Church, Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- org. 10:45 AM or visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com For more information, call Tami Jenkins, 243 Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447- lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 The Church of Jesus Christ of Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Community Resources for Inde- 925-784-5014 or email livermoremilitary- 5462, services on Saturday: Sabbath a.m. - Elementary aged children go to Latter-day Saints--Livermore Stake: Avenue, Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday pendent Living (CRIL) offers services to families@yahoo. school 9:30 a.m., worship 11 a.m. www. Kid’s Church following worship, nursery Sunday services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: School, 11:00 a.m. Worship. For more help people with disabilities and supports livermoresda.org/ All are welcome. available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to Sycamore Grove Ward 9:00 am; Windmill information visit gatewaylivermore.org or them to live independently and participate RELIGION Faith Chapel Assembly of God, the Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 Springs Ward 11:00 am. 950 Mocho St.,: call Larry Trummel at 449.1444. in their community for as long as they are First Presbyterian Church, 2020 6656 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Adult Sunday p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining Valley View Ward 9:00 am; Vineyard Hills Grace Missionary Baptist Church willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. school 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., hall; 925-449-4848. Ward 11:00 am; Mocho Branch (Spanish) in Livermore invites members of the com- offices in Hayward, Fremont and Liver- Contemplative Service in the Chapel Children's Church (Pre-K-5th grade) Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 12:20 p.m.. 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: munity to Wednesday evening study, “Dis- more to provide information and referrals and 10:00 a.m. Traditional Service in 11:15 a.m., Nursery to age 3, Women's 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and Tri-Valley Young Single Adult Ward 1:30 covering the Bible.” Currently, the subject and provide community education at the Sanctuary and children’s program Bible study Wednesdays at 10 a.m., 11:00. 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing. p.m.. is , “The Holy Spirit and His Work.” The senior centers and affordable housing For more information www.fpcl.us or Senior Adult Ministries meet every other org The Church of Jesus Christ of church address is 1759 Locust Street in complexes to residents of Southern Alam- 925-447-2078. month. For ministry information call (925) Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: Livermore. Wednesday Bible Study begins eda County. The Tri-Valley office is located Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 846-8650 meets at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa at 6:30 p.m. www.gracembc.com at 3311 Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 Walnut St., Livermore, holds Sunday wor- Trinity Church,557 Olivina Ave., Southfront Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Cruz. Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 Celebration Christian Center, and can be reached by phone at (925) ship at 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services Phone 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing. p.m. at 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 1135 Bluebell Dr., Livermore. 455-4250. 371-1531, by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or ages at 9 a.m. Children's classes during & Children’s Ministry times now at 9AM org. 3rd Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vine- Sunday Services: 9 am, 10:30 am; by e-mail at abril.tamayo@cril-online. adult worship service. AWANA children's & 10:30AM. Small Groups also meet on Cedar Grove Community Church, yard Ave. Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday children’s programs: 9 am & 10:30 am; org. All services are free. program Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 Sundays, and during the week at various 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship 9:30 a.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin Spanish service 3:00pm; Jr. & Sr. High: Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy or www.Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. times/locations. Trinity Student Ministries Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. 1st Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. For more Support Group meets every fourth Unitarian Universalist Church, (7-12th Grade) meet on Sundays at 9AM cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. Parkway. information on weekday Bible study Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the 1893 North Vasco Road, Livermore. Sun- and on Weds. eve. from 7-9PM. Awana Asbury United Methodist Church John Knox Presbyterian Church, and prayer group schedules, go to www. third floor movie room at Heritage Estates day Service 10:30am. Church of the open meets Sundays from 3:30-5:30PM trinity- 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconcil- 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday wor- celebrationcc.org Retirement Community. The address mind, loving heart and helping hands. livermore.org or 925-447-1848. ing Church, where all are welcomed. ship service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school B'rit Ahabah Messianic Congrega- is 900 E. Stanley Blvd., Livermore All All are welcome. Childcare, and religious St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomi- Sunday Worship time is at 10:00 a.m. for ages 3-18 during worship. Adult tion, worship every Saturday, 11 a.m. are welcome. Contact is Lee Parlett education for children as well as adults tas Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups Vacation Bible School “Camp Asbury Ad- education Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High at 193 Contractors Ave., Livermore. 292-9280. are offered. For more information, visit following the John Main tradition, every venture” is coming July 16-20 from 9am youth group Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High Congregation and Jews and Gentiles. ritish Empire, John McLaren’s www.uucil.org or call 925-447-8747. Monday 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, to 12pm. Registration forms for children school youth group Sundays 5:50-8:00 Liturgy presented in both Hebrew and Roses of Britain Chapter in the Tri-Valley Congregation Beth Emek, Center for contact Claire La Scola at 447-9800. entering Kindergarten through 6th grade p.m. www.jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. English. Families are welcome. Blessing meets at 11:00 a.m. on the 3rd Thursday Jewish Learning, Prayer and Community St. Innocent Orthodox Church, in Fall 2018 and Volunteers are available St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contrac- of bread and wine (or grape juice) follows of every month at Castlewood Country in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, 1047 Serpentine Lane #300, Pleasanton. online at www.asburylive.org, or at the tors St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all each service and all are invited to Oneg, a Club. DBE was founded in 1909 and Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi Sunday Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, Church Office. Register soon as space ages) – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. fellowship meal. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization Dr. Laurence Milder, www.bethemek.org. go to www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. John is limited. Join our children’s and youth 925-906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. Unity of Tri-Valley, an inclusive made up of women of British or British Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated Karcher at (831) 278-1916. groups for Sunday School during worship The Center for Spiritual Living spiritual community for people of all faiths Commonwealth heritage and ancestry with the Congress of Secular Jewish St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 services and Sunday evening Middle Livermore Valley is now holding Sunday and backgrounds. All are welcome. 7567 with a focus on charity and fellowship. Organizations (csjo.org). Information, Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services School and High School Youth Groups. services at the Robert Livermore Com- Amador Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. Those interested in helping with “the Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. For more information visit our website at munity Center, 4444 East Ave., at 10 a.m. 10:00 am Sunday service. Rev. Dinah cause," enjoying social activities, and 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at www.asburylive.org or call 925-447- Thanks! -- Cher Chapman, Minister. www.trivalleyunity. forming long-lasting friendships, contact First Church of Christ, Scientist, 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come 1950. Asbury UMC can also be found Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives org. 925.829.2733 Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 or Livermore, services 10 a.m. every and worship with us and to enjoy our on Facebook at Asbury UMC Livermore, away clothing and other items every In the Park with God. A new summer Jenny Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages hospitality. For more information call the where you find our most updated informa- Monday 10-12. Donations are also ac- worship for all ages. Join in worship- additional information. 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. church office 925-462-4802. tion and worship sermons. cepted on Mondays between 10-12. 4481 ing together at Bruno Canziani Park on Tri-Valley Triathlon Club (TVTC), In- The church and reading room are located St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 E. Avenue, Livermore. Wednesday’s June 27, July 11, July 25 formation on programs and memberships, at Third and N Streets. The Reading Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) Palomino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. Christ Church (a nondenominational and August 8. Laughter, games, play & training philosophies and schedules, and Room, which is open to the public, fea- 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. www.jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh evangelical church formerly meeting fun from 7-7:30 pm and worship with all things TVTC, an all inclusive triathlon/ tures books, CDs and magazines for sale. Sunday service with Rev. Andrew Lobban, Resnick. in Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo communion from 7:30-8:15pm marathon/endurance training program. For information, call (925) 447-2946. Priest-in-Charge, 10:00 am Eucharist 12 The Independent • JUNE 28, 2018 Milestones Award Presented and Officers Installed EDUCATION Valerie Sommer a 2014 graduate of Granada High School The Livermore Knights graduated from UCLA June 15, 2018 with a BS in Psychobiology. of Columbus, their families, She graduated with College Honors and Magna cum Laude. and friends enjoyed a fun filled awards dinner and of- Wheaton College (Ill.) student Isabella Olfert was named to the ficer installation ceremony Spring 2018 Dean's List. on Saturday, June 23. The Knights appointed a new The following local students made the academic Deans' List at team of officers in a formal Azusa Pacific University: ceremony conducted by the Brittany Ahrbeck of Livermore Tri-Valley District Deputy Sophia Bartolomucci of Pleasanton Ken Rief, himself a Past Jillian Davis of Livermore Grand Knight of the Liver- Sabrina Downey of Livermore more Council. Clarissa Elkana of Dublin Mr. Rief congratulated the Emily Hawkins of Livermore outgoing officers and council Casey Kim of Livermore Henrietta “Henri” and Chester “Chet” Fankhauser members for a phenomenal Jensen Kirkendall of Livermore year in which they were honored as the California Angelique Low of Pleasanton Council of the Year from Jenae Poffenbarger of Pleasanton a population of nearly 600 Mackenzie Shields of Pleasanton Livermore-Amador Symphony Receives vibrant councils. Mr. Rief Jenna Thompson of Livermore also highlighted the council’s These students are honored for a spring 2018 grade-point average Bequest from the Fankhauser Trust many other state awards of 3.5 or better. They are joined by 1,760 students receiving the including best Church Pro- same honor. grams, Best Youth Programs, The Georgia Institute of Technology presented degrees to by Patricia J. Boyle an Endowment Fund, like the the family or individual Best Chaplain, and Califor- approximately 3,700 undergraduate and graduate students during During their lifetimes, Bill King Award Fund that providing the funds and is nia Knight of the Year. the Institute's 255th Commencement exercises on May 4 -5 2018, Livermore residents has been distributing awards a lasting reminder of their Presentation of awards at the McCamish Pavilion. The included Henrietta “Henri” and to local students for years.” support of community arts were made to the individual Shannon Sos of Livermore, Master of Science in Computer Chester “Chet” Fankhauser McBride says other programs. Knights and family members Science were supporters of local possibilities are under Lara Webber, Music Viral Doshi of Dublin, Master of Science in Computer Science who significantly contributed charitable organizations and consideration as well. “We’re Director of the Livermore- to the council’s amazing suc- Sanjay Kaushal of Pleasanton, Master of Science in Computer cess. Knight of the Year: Science the arts. Their generosity also looking at purchasing Amador Symphony puts Irving Garcia; Family of Justin Cha of Pleasanton, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical continues after their deaths. some additional equipment. the Fankhauser bequest in the Year: John and Suzanne Engineering Chester died in 1992 and A large gift such as this context. “It’s more than just Gutierrez; Family of the Henrietta passed away last allows us to buy equipment profound generosity, it’s an Year: Ricardo and Ana Gar- Boston University awarded academic degrees to 6,533 students November at the age of 96. that our musicians can’t example of commitment to cia; Lady of the Year: Laura in May 2018. Livermore residents receiving degrees were Gayoon The Livermore-Amador afford to own themselves. community, to the arts as a McQuoid; Most Inspirational Kim, Bachelor of Arts in International Relations; and Sasha T. Symphony recently received For example, we recently vital part of our culture and Knight: Ian Ransom Schuele, Bachelor of Arts in Biology, and a Bachelor of Science a large bequest from the purchased a new timpani set our collective humanity. A The newly installed offi- in Science Education. Fankhauser Trust. with a generous gift from the gift like this does not just cers for the coming year are: The symphony will take Kasameyer family. Another provide financial support, it Grand Knight: Wesley Ar- nold; Deputy Grand Knight: time to consider the best possibility is sponsoring inspires. This gift reaffirms Anthony Contarciego; Chap- use of the donation. Jackie some key positions in the and strengthens the mission lain: Fr. Mark Wiesner; NEW FACES McBride, the Endowment orchestra. I think we should of the Livermore-Amador Chancellor: Irving Garcia Committee Chair, explains be able to do a combination of Symphony, to encourage, and Russell Kowal; Finan- how the money may be used. some or all of these ideas and connect, stimulate, and cial Secretary: Brian Lit- A daughter to Vanessa and Ronald Megeaton of Dublin, “With a sizable contribution make a lasting contribution inspire our whole community trell; Treasurer: Joseph Hohl; May 19. A son to Rojalin Pattanik and Bihaja Kanungo of Dublin, from the Fankhauser Trust, to the Symphony for years.” through the musical arts.” Warden: Michael Enos; Re- May 20. the Symphony Board decided Donations and bequests For more information corder: John Gutierrez; Ad- A son to Yogita and Hrishihesh Bachal of Dublin, May to form a committee to look provide much needed about the Livermore- vocate: Ted Clapp; Guards: 24. at the best way to use this resources to the orchestra. Amador Symphony and their Ian Ransom, Ron Pasch, and A son to Rosalea Morales and Carlos Ramirez of Livermore, generous gift. As a lasting Using the funds for upcoming events, visit www. Fernando Morales; Trustees: May 31. Tom McCaffrey, John Rob- A son to Tiffany Arreola and David Muxfeldt of Dublin, legacy to the Fankhausers, continuing programs or long- livermoreamadorsymphony. erts, and Ken Rief June 1. we’re considering creating lasting equipment also honors org.