Two High Schools Chosen for Equity & Excellence Project

VOLUME L, NUMBER 20 Your Local News Source Since 1963 SERVING DUBLIN • LIVERMORE • PLEASANTON • SUNOL THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

Two High Schools Chosen For Equity & Excellence Project The Livermore Valley country to close race and Placement (AP) and Inter- defined in many ways, EOS uitable access to all classes, Joint Unified School District income enrollment and suc- national Baccalaureate (IB) focuses on the AP and IB and processes in place to (LVJUSD) has been selected cess gaps in challenging on college completion for programs, which provide the achieve the effort to close Find Out What's to participate in the Equal high school courses and ad- Latino, African American, clearest measurable standard the gap. One example of Opportunity Schools (OES) vanced classes. The goal is and low-income students. aligned with college-level a program in place is the Happening AP/IB Equity & Excellence to improve student engage- The 79 selected high schools work. green engineering academy Check Out Section A Project. ment, achievement, college will receive match-funded The cost to the district is at Livermore High School. Section A is filled with The program is part of readiness and success. technical assistance and $18,000 in matching funds. Half of the students enrolled information about arts, the Google Global Impact Granada and Livermore capacity-building support Livermore Superinten- fall into the at risk category. people, entertainment and Award Project. High Schools are two of to fully close AP and IB dent Kelly Bowers told the Bowers and both compre- special events. There are Equal Opportunity only 79 high schools from participation gaps and raise school board last week that hensive high school princi- education stories, a variety Schools partner with school, across the U.S. that were student success. to qualify for the program, pals attended an invitation of features, and the arts and selected to participate in the there first has to be an iden- only Google Global Impact entertainment and bulletin district, county, state, and Although “challenging board. national leaders around the most rigorous study to date high school courses” and tified gap, a demonstrated Award Project meeting to on the impact of Advanced “advanced classes" can be commitment to provide eq- (See SCHOOLS, page 9) Summer Market Opens Livermore In Livermore Seeks to Thursday, May 16, from 4 to 8 p.m., The City of Liver- 'Smooth' more, Livermore Downtown Inc. and the Pacific Coast Rate Hike Farmers Market Association Garbage rates will be will be celebrating PCF- changing in Livermore for MA’s 25th Anniversary of those who use smaller con- managing Markets through- tainers. The city council on out the San Francisco Bay Monday approved recom- Area. PCFMA has been mendations by staff to adjust Livermore Downtown Inc.’s rates to reflect changes in managing partner in down- customer use. The new rates town Livermore since 1997. will go into effect July 1. At 5:00 PM, Mayor John The current waste and re- Marchand, Vice Mayor Stu cycling contract with Liver- Gary, City Manager Marc more Sanitation is designed Roberts, Livermore Down- so that ratepayer revenue town Inc. Board President covers the cost of provid- Ivy Faught , LDI Executive ing the service. However, revenues generated by rates Director Rachael Snedecor are not matching the costs and Alameda County Su- due to on-going residential pervisor Scott Haggerty’s service downsizing and the Office will be on hand for the practice of large commercial official season ribbon cutting accounts “opting out” of and launch of the Thursday the system by self-hauling Night Market Season. Rib- Photo - Doug Jorgensen materials. bon Cutting will take place at Students at the Livermore Valley Charter School have created bicycle wheel art under the direction of their teacher, Judy Erlandson, Public the Band Performance area Works Manager, told the on the Fourth Street side of Regina Leyva. The work will be displayed this Saturday during the Amgen Tour. council that if there were Carnegie Park. no rate increase above the This will be the first amount allowed in the con- Thirsty Thursday of the year Livermore Gears Up for Amgen Event tract each year, by year eight from 5 to 8 p.m. Live music By Carol Graham of the contract, customers To celebrate being cho- Center Manager and Lo- patients, care givers and the would see a huge spike in will be provided by Crawdad Livermore will host the sen as one of eight staging cal Organizing Committee public including prevention Republic, a local southern the cost of service. That Amgen Tour of California cities for the race, the city, Chair for the Amgen Tour. education, patient care, ad- would occur, because the rock and Cajun fusion band. bicycling race this Saturday, area businesses and local as- "Livermore is one of the four vocacy support and financial Wine tasting will feature contract does not require a May 18. It is an event that sociations are offering day- stages chosen for the walk, resources. The other stag- balance between revenue Concannon Vineyard, Save brings international atten- long festivities throughout and we're the only one that's ing cities hosting the walk Me San Francisco, Cupcake and cost until year eight. At tion and countless visitors the downtown area. maxed out so far with 150 this year are Escondido, that time revenue and costs and Darcie Kent. Beer tast- to the city. The day kicks off with participants." Santa Clarita and Santa must balance. ing will be by Sierra Nevada The Amgen Tour of Cali- the Breakaway from Cancer Breakaway from Cancer Barbara. Because rate year 4 (FY and Schubros Breweries. fornia is a Tour de France- Walk at 10 a.m. is a complementary com- The Amgen Tour's Trav- 13/14) is an index-based (See MARKET, page 2) style cycling road race. The "The half-mile walking ponent to the Amgen race. eling Lifestyle Festival will year, the city council is City is hosting the start of course begins at the Carn- It's designed to increase provide a central gathering required to approve a mini- Stage 7 from Downtown egie Park start line," said awareness of the important area for attendees and spec- mum rate increase of 0.8% to Coments Livermore to the top of Mt. David Rashe, City Permit resources available to cancer (See AMGEN, page 2) reflect the allowed indexed Asked on Diablo. (See HIKE, page 4) Wheels Service The Livermore Amador Uncertain legal future Pleasanton Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA), operator of the Wheels bus service, is seek- $2.7 Million Awarded To Schools Put ing public input on proposed service changes planned to Former Lab Employees STEAM Into take effect in August 2013. Service changes are pro- By Jeff Garberson that operates the Labora- posed for the routes 1, 2, 3, An Alameda County jury tory far more than the $2.7 Community 8, 9, 10, 11, 12(v), 14, 18, awarded five former em- million jury award – or that 70x(xv), 501, and 701. ployees of Lawrence Liver- might melt away and cost it Event Proposals to be consid- more National Laboratory little or nothing. The Pleasanton Unified ered include changes to a total of $2.7 million last The company that op- School District put plenty of alignments and adjustments week in compensation for erates the Laboratory is STEAM into its presentation to schedules and frequen- estimated losses suffered called Lawrence Livermore to community and business cies to make the system when they were laid off in National Security. It issued leaders who were invited easier to navigate. Routes 11 2008, allegedly in violation to an education summit at and 701 will potentially be a statement saying that it of an employment contract. “respectfully disagrees” Amador Valley High School. discontinued. Details of the The jury decision appears proposed service changes with the jury’s verdict and Nearly 100 attended the are available online at www. to be the tip of a complex the $2.7 million award. event on May 8 designed wheelsbus.com and at the legal iceberg that has the po- The statement also said to show the audience how tential to cost the company the district is carrying out Livermore Transit Cen- (See LAWSUIT, page 9) ter, LAVTA Administrative the curriculum for the 21st Office, and all Tri-Valley Century, explained superin- libraries. tendent Parvin Ahmadi. Public meetings will Extra Tax For Future In recent years, school be held at the following districts have focused on times and locations: Mon., Residents Is in Negotiation classes called STEM, refer- May 20, 5 to 7 p.m. Dublin ring to the initials for Sci- Library, 200 Civic Plaza; By Ron McNicoll on 187 acres surplused by ence, Technology, Engineer- Tues., May 21, 5 to 7 p.m. Dublin City Council- the Army at Camp Parks. ing and Math. Pleasanton Veterans Memorial Build- members have given staff The plan has been in has added an A -- the Arts ing, Pleasanton; and Wed., direction concerning choices negotiation since last May, -- to show equal status with May 22, 5 to 7 p.m. Robert in the Dublin Crossings when the city council then the sciences, said Ahmadi. Livermore Community Cen- development proposed by was consulted. The matter Photo - Doug Jorgensen To demonstrate that, the ter, 4444 East Ave. Irvine-based SunCal. 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PAGE 2 - The Independent, MAY 16, 2013 AMGEN Lab Looks to Reduce Staff (continued from page one) tators. It will take place Schedule: on Second Street between 10:00 am – Team buses begin to arrive downtown on M, Through Voluntary Retirement South Livermore Avenue N and O Streets. Visitors can meet and mingle with the riders. Lawrence Livermore budget challenges in fiscal address whatever budget and L Street. The festival 10:00 am – The Breakaway from Cancer parade walk begins at 3rd and K Streets. Celebrate Livermore’s Cancer Champion, National Laboratory will year 2014. realities we’ll face in FY14 features cycling vendors, Dee Williams, and other local participants as they complete offer a voluntary separa- “Although there remain a and beyond.” cancer awareness education, their walk. For more information about this organization, visit tion program for up to 600 number of unknowns about The SSVSP application family activities, food and www.breakawayfromcancer.com. employees. Director Par- how the budget request for process will begin May 8, entertainment. 11:35 am – Stage 7 begins at Carnegie Park at 3rd and K ney Albright made the an- FY14 would flow down to with exits from the Lab "There will be live music, Streets with a parade loop along 3rd St., P St., and First St., a nouncement last Thursday. our Laboratory, it is clear scheduled by June 13. a unique and innovative left-turn on Livermore Avenue, and then off to Morgan Territory The National Nuclear the budget proposal will face Though all career indefinite Road for a ride through the hills and countryside. Security Administration has an uphill battle in Congress employees may apply for bike show, crafts for kids Approximately 2:00 – 2:30 pm – The riders return for a and a clown on a unicycle," pass-through coming over Patterson Pass Road, Cross Road, approved the Self-Select this summer, with continu- the VSP, Albright said ap- said Livermore Downtown Tesla Road, and along the entire length of Livermore Avenue, Voluntary Separation Pro- ing debates about reducing plications will be reviewed Executive Director Rachael under Interstate-580 and off to Mt. Diablo. gram (SSVSP), which will federal spending, a possible to ensure the Laboratory Snedecor. "There will also 10:00 am – 4:30 pm – The Stage 7 “Finish Festival” occurs be available to all career FY14 sequester and the debt retains the necessary skills be valet bike parking be- in downtown Livermore – 2nd, J and K Streets -- due to the employees. The program ceiling,” Albright explained. mix to meet its missions. tween J and K Streets." limited space at the peak of Mt. Diablo! Have fun visiting will offer one week of “con- “It is our hope that imple- Following completion the vendor booths, music, food and activities. Watch the Mt. sideration pay,” or base sal- menting the SSVSP now, of the SSVSP, the Labora- The race begins at 11:35 Diablo finish on big screen TVs from 2- 4 pm. a.m. It's 92-mile route rang- ary per year of continuous rather than waiting for ad- tory will conduct a review For more details on road closures and the race log, visit service, up to 26 weeks. ditional details on the FY14 of the remaining workforce es from Tesla Road to the the City’s website at www.cityoflivermore.net. For general information and fun facts, read the City’s Facebook postings The SSVSP is being of- budget, will put the Labora- considering the funding and Byron Highway, through fered as a means to address tory in a better posture to skills needed to position the Morgan Territory, and fin- on its page at “City of Livermore City Hall”. Updates are also supplied via the City’s Twitter account at www.twitter. Laboratory for FY14. ishes atop Mount Diablo. com/CityofLivermore. For cycling-focused information about The cyclists will start Stage 7, visit www.amgentourofcalifornia.com/Route/stages/ in Downtown Livermore stage7.html. STEAM at Carnegie park, turn onto (continued from page one) First Street before mak- from Amador Valley and students on field trips, or district wants to hold one ing their way out on North Foothill high schools, the lending support to any spe- annually. "We look at this Livermore Avenue as they for the Amgen Tour is typi- The Livermore Art As- Amador jazz band played, cial projects in their fields. as a community event to head to Contra Costa Coun- cally in excess of $1 million, sociation has incorporated and the Foothill choir sang This was the first such guide us. Collaboration, ty, and the towns of Byron primarily stemming from the cycling race's visit with the National Anthem. summit. Ahmadi said the community and creativity and Mountain House. They lodging, dining, and shop- the May 18th International A video clip from "Ro- are important," said Ahmadi. pass back through Liver- ping income, according to a Fascination of Plants Day. meo and Juliet," with music more mid-afternoon before press release. Local artists and children written for it by a student, Pleasanton Firm Names Sorkin they make their ascent up to Showcasing Livermore's was shown. will celebrate the impor- Technical Systems (NTS) in the peak of Mt. Diablo. attributes is another benefit "It's really important to TÜV Rheinland, Pleasan- tance of plants by decorating ton, has named Gary Sorkin Culver City, Calif., where he "Livermore will have a of hosting the race. First bicycle wheels with creative revere all subjects. When we virtual finish because there's talk about the whole child, it Smart Grid Business De- designed and developed pro- Street Wine Company in plant themes. They will be velopment Manager. In his grams for specification com- no room on top of Mount partnership with Cuda Ridge displayed at downtown busi- does include humanities, and sports, and everything else," new role, Sorkin will provide pliance, functionality, and Diablo," said Rashe. "There Wines is offering a com- nesses and along the path of interoperability for various said Ahmadi. support to the company’s will be large-screen TVs memorative wine called The the Amgen Tour. Electrical Group drawing communications protocols, downtown so people can Tour. The Cabernet Franc - A display of art, pho- "The people you saw in on more than two decades standards and technologies. watch the race live, and Merlot blend includes small tographs and poetry about the jazz band, 'Romeo and of his data communications During his past consulting actually see the finish at the amounts of Petit Verdot and bicycles and bicycling, Juliet,' and the chorus are experience. Sorkin is based relationships he worked summit while attending the Malbec. called "Everything Bicycle," the same students you would in the Pleasanton, Calif., with utilities, alliances, stan- Lifestyle Festival down- The Tour's label was cre- will be on display May 11 see in STEM classes," said office, which also houses a dards organizations and town." ated by local artist Reina through June 30 at Pruden- Ahmadi. Smart Grid Test Laboratory. the government, including The Tour will be broad- Hernandez, showing an el- tial California Realty, 1780 The audience also heard Sorkin joins TÜV Rhe- ZigBee®, SunSpec Alliance, cast live on NBC and NBC egant depiction of Carnegie First Street, Livermore, in presentations from teacher inland’s team after having EnOcean®, the USNAP Al- Sports Network in more than Park and Mount Diablo, the the Vine Cinema Plaza. Troy Dennis about a new worked with the company as liance, the Federal Commu- 216 countries and territories race's starting and ending Following the tour's STEM class in engineer- Smart Grid Business Devel- nications Commission, Wi- worldwide. points. The artwork will be Livermore stop, the eighth ing, called Project Lead the opment contractor. Before Fi™, WHQL, WPC (Qi), Although the tour began featured on tiles for sale at and final stage of the Am- Way (PLTW). It is part of that, he served as Smart Microsoft, and many more. in 2006, this is the third First Street Wine Company, gen Tour of California takes a national curriculum that Grid Business Develop- For more information year Livermore has hosted a quilt kit at In Between involves partnering with ment Manager for National about TÜV Rheinland, visit place on May 19th, begin- www.tuv.com/us. a staging area. Independent Stitches, and on jewelry, ning in San Francisco, cross- universities for the training studies suggest the finan- coasters and key rings at ing the Golden Gate Bridge of district teachers. cial benefit and economic Outside In. All are located in and ending in Santa Rosa. Ahmadi told The In- impact of being a Host City downtown Livermore. dependent that one of the You’re Invited! values of the intensive engineering program is that Boston Responders Benefitted students can sample the classes in high school, to From Alameda County Training make sure that's where they want to spend their college Congressman Eric Swal- bombings, and noted that about incorporating what we time. well attended the House of police response at the scene learned on the East Coast." Lisa Highfill, a teacher Representative's first hear- was aided by a program in Boston held two exer- at Fairlands Elementary ing on the Boston Marathon Alameda County. cises of its own, and learned School, showed the audience Friends and Family Day Swalwell, a member of in the first one that commu- how the coming core cur- Unitarian Universalist Church in Livermore the House Committee on nication with the fire depart- riculum in 2016 will change 1893 North Vasco Road, Livermore Homeland Security, asked ment was not sufficient. "We learning to involve more 925-447-8747 (continuedMARKET from page one) questions at the hearing May were able to correct that," exploration by students in a 9 of Boston police commis- said Davis. It made a big variety of learning modes. www.uucil.org For more details, go to www. sioner Ed Davis. difference when the tragedy Ahmadi said that busi- Sunday, May 19th, 10:30am-1:00pm livermoredowntown.com. Swalwell said that the Ur- occurred at the marathon, ness people in attendance Free bike valet service ban Shield regional response he added. were asked if they had an will be available at the Cor- “Give Them Not Hell, Give Them Hope” strategy used by Boston area Swalwell asked whether interest in partnering with Rev. Lucas Hergert, preaching ner of Third and K Street, police and fire personnel to any reduction in Home- the district. It might involve Children’s Religious Education classes begin at 10:30am. sponsored by Alameda rescue victims, and chase land Security funds for Ur- being a speaker in a class- County Supervisor Scott Nurture your spirit and reach out to your community. down the two identified sus- ban Shield, possibly from room, hiring a student intern Children invited to enjoy our new playground after the service! Haggerty’s Office and the pects, was developed by Al- sequestration of funding, at a business, mentoring staff Livermore Area Recreation ameda County Sheriff Greg would hurt the program. or students in one's field. It Come Look Us Over! and Parks District. Ahern and the department. Davis said that it would. could also include hosting Pacific Coast Farmers Davis told Swalwell and "Without this type of Market will be adding the the committee that the de- program, we don't know following to the nights partment provided "us a what we don't know. If we festivities: Photos gallery great service. We went to find gaps in the system after showing of farmers and food Alameda County twice (for an incident, it's too late," purveyors who have been a training), and then talked said Davis. part of our association, live cooking demos, Kid activities, 5 free anniversary bags for first 25 people to sign EXCEPTIONAL NEEDS NETWORK PRESENTS: up for our market email, and Mini cupcakes while TEXAS HOLD’EM supply last. TOURNAMENT All proceeds to benefit summer camp for Enter to win a grand prize developmentally delayed children drawing at all our markets FRIDAY who have anniversary cel- May 31 ebrations. One winner will be drawn for a grand prize of 6-11 P.M. $2500.00. One name will be pulled from the Livermore ADULTS ONLY — 21 YEARS AND OVER farmers market entries and a Veterans Memorial First Prize: $500 / BBQ Dinner, Beer, person will win $25 in carrot and Wine Available For Purchase 522 SouthHall L Street cash and a bag of produce. 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Dreammakers Luncheon paid by Arroyo Crossing Inc. This method Livermore Valley Chamber of Com- was expected to be a more efficient use merce Dreammakers and Risktakers of public funds. Awards Luncheon will be held Thurs., The board received an update on sev- May 30 at the Poppy Ridge Golf Course eral district activities. in Livermore. LARPD helped run a free bike valet Keynote speaker is Bill Goldstein, at the Wine Country Festival on May 4 Deputy Director of Science and Technol- and 5, and will also offer a free bike va- ogy at the Lawrence Livermore National let during the AMGEN Tour downtown Laboratory. Livermore on Saturday, May 18. The program and lunch begin at noon. Swimming pools are now open for Cost is $45 per person for members, $55 recreational swim weekends at the Com- per person nonmembers. Contact the munity Center from noon to 6 p.m., plus Chamber at 925-447-1606 for further Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day. information and reservations. Poppy Ridge Golf Course is lcoated at Swalwell Endorsed 4280 Greenville Rd., Livermore. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi has endorsed Congressman Eric Swalwell Contract for Trail for re-election to the 15th Congressional The Livermore Area Recreation and District in 2014, “Working women and Park District Board of Directors approved families in California’s 15th district have a resolution to award a contract for the a champion in Congressman Eric Swal- construction of the Robertson Park Trail well,” said Leader Pelosi. “In the Alam- and Respite Area. eda County District Attorney’s Office, GradeTech Inc. of San Ramon was he fought tirelessly to assist and protect awarded the contract for the project, victims of domestic violence and human which will start once the Livermore Ro- trafficking. In Congress, he has already deo is finished. The project was originally proven a critical leader in the drive to proposed in 2006 as a developer-built im- strengthen the health and economic se- provement by O’Brien Homes, developer curity of America’s middle class, from of the nearby Arroyo Crossing subdivi- his stalwart support for a comprehensive sion. In early 2011, the District stated Violence Against Women Act to equal its preference to complete the project pay for equal work to investments in the managed in-house, funded by park fees education of our children."

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Original Stories By Patricia Koning tims,” says the parent. “The “In the past, we focused matter may be investigated.” Ruth Gasten's proposal to establish a A parent of a Livermore principal was wrong not to on middle and high school The discipline code ex- speakers bureau is a good one. Speakers middle school student says call me and I believe she students.” tends to bullying that occurs would bring real life experiences to histori- the Livermore Valley Joint impeded a potential police The District’s two School off campus if it is “in a man- Unified School District’s investigation.” Resource Officers also conner that causes or is likely to cal topics that are meaningful globally and policies on cyberbullying are Assistant superintendent ducted a cyberbullying cause a substantial disrup- locally. lacking and causing harm to Chris Van Schaack says that seminar last year; Vernoy tion of a school activity or Most of those who have signed on are students. cyberbullying can be dif- says that program will be school attendance, shall be “My hope is that by ex- ficult to investigate because repeated in the future. He’s subject to discipline, which older. Their stories range from fighting in posing these flaws and shar- school staff members often also hoping to start a parent may include suspension or World War II to escaping the Killing Fields ing them with the commu- receive reports second- or speaker series in the 2013-14 expulsion, in accordance of Cambodia. Others have tales to tell about nity, positive changes will third-hand and the posts are school year that will cover with District policies and happen within the District. I often gone by the time they cyberbullying in addition to regulations.” growing up during an earlier era in Liver- hope that through this other investigate. other topics, such as suicide In 2011, the California more. children might be saved from “We’ve had cases in prevention, alcohol and drug legislature passed AB 746, Gasten refers to them as "Original Source the negative impact the cur- which students tell us that abuse, and kindergarten the Cyber Bully Preven- rent policy has had on my they’ve received threatening readiness. tion Law, which declares Speakers." child,” she says. or inappropriate text mes- “We need an ongoing ap- that posts made on social We hope others will volunteer to pass on Her child was the victim sages, but that they’ve been proach to cyberbullying. So- network sites are covered their knowledge by signing on to the list of of malicious and profane erased. It can be more dif- cial media is still relatively under the Education Code posts on the photo sharing ficult for us to follow up on new and always changing,” anti-bullying provisions available speakers. website Instagram. those,” he says. “Although says Vernoy. “Our goal is to and allows school officials Cyberbullying is a regular we cannot discipline stu- instill a culture of responsi- to suspend student viola- occurrence in Livermore. dents for comments that we bility for how we treat each tors. California law allows In the 2011-12 California cannot verify, we use those other online.” for the suspension of a stu- Healthy Kids Survey, 15% of situations as an opportunity The District’s discipline dent for bullying, including seventh graders at Menden- to educate students about the code states that “cyberbul- bullying by electronic acts. HIKE hall Middle School reported impact that comments on lying includes the transmis- Prior to AB 746, however, (continued from page one) that they had been victims social media sites can have. sion of harassing commu- the law did not expressly of cyberbullying. At the end “If we can identify the nications, direct threats, or provide that transmission by increase. In rate year 8, if no dexed cost. additional adjustments were Roberts suggested that an of February, three juveniles students involved we will other harmful texts, sounds, posting messages on a social made, an approximate 15% option would be to require a were arrested after making take immediate action. De- or images on the Internet, network site is included in revenue increase would be list of the actual costs at the threats on Twitter to one pending on the nature of the social media, or other tech- the definition of an elec- required. end of the year. Smoothing of the victims of Christine offense, this often includes nologies using a telephone, tronic act. Staff proposed instituting would be made conditional Hubbs of Livermore, the contacting the police, who computer, or any wireless The Livermore parent has a system of "smoothing" on review of the costs. so-called “Hummer Mom” will conduct their own in- or other communication de- requested that cyberbullying to reduce the impact. The Roberts also agreed the who was convicted in 2011 vestigation. Additionally, vice. Cyberbullying also in- be a topic at a future Liver- increase would be focused negotiations would take of having sex with minors. the police have the ability cludes breaking into another more School Board meeting. on the 20 gallon and 32 gal- into account the time value The Livermore parent to contact the social sites person’s electronic account “I also have suggested that lon residential containers. of money. says school administration directly and have the of- and assuming that person’s the District create a parent Smoothing would gradually Councilmember Stewart showed her child malicious fensive material removed identity in order to damage and student task force to increase the cost of service. Gary wondered whether the Instagram posts directed at immediately.” that person’s reputation.” provide input on cyberbully- Under the increase guar- smoothing money would go her [the child]. The parent The District implemented The discipline code also ing policies. My hope is that anteed by the contract, this to the city or the contractor. says she was never notified new curriculum at all grade states that “individuals with Livermore can be a leader in year the 20-gallon rate Roberts said that it would by the school administration levels this academic year information about the activ- the fight against cyberbully- would rise from $16.76 to go to the contractor, who and the malicious posts were that addresses digital lit- ity [cyberbullying] shall ing and that as community $17.61 a month and 32-gal- would then credit the money taken off Instagram before eracy and online citizenship. be encouraged to save and awareness raises, California lon would go from $26.96 to back to customers. any action could be taken. “Our goal is to teach online print any electronic or digi- can develop stricter legisla- $27.51. Under smoothing, Kent Kenney, partner “Parents need to be noti- safety and responsibility tal messages sent to them tion to combat this problem. a 20-gallon container rate and manager of Livermore fied and told of their rights starting in kindergarten and that they feel constitute I also hope that parents will would go up to $18.91 per Sanitation, told the council month; a 32-gallon container that the issues faced by the to prosecute. A school psy- continuing through high cyberbullying and to notify begin to check their chil- rate to $28.01. The cost of company are unprecedented. chologist should be made school,” says Scott Vernoy, a teacher, the principal, or dren’s emails, Instagram, service in this year is ap- "I have never seen custom- available to speak with vic- director of student services. other employee so that the and Facebook messages.” proximately $50 per single- ers migrate the way they family household per month. have. In the first year of the The increase over and contract, there were 3000 above the guaranteed 20-gallon users; now there amount would be credited are 7400 resulting in a loss back to users in years 8 of $1.3 million in revenue. through 10 of the contract. The current trend amounts Solar Partnership Receives $1.7 Million Councilmember Lau- to a loss of $200,000 in reve- The California Energy could make solar energy building controls in the com- on the project. “This project reen Turner asked if the net nue each year. Our workload Commission (CEC) has more affordable and acces- munity so that the system will develop and test the amount out of pocket cost is the same. We are willing awarded $1.7 million to a sible. Sandia researchers can be adjusted to smooth efficacy of this approach.” is the same as it would be to work with staff to provide will help pilot, character- fluctuations in demand and LLNL’s role includes if the rates were to spike in the information on the cost partnership between Law- year eight? of providing service." rence Livermore National ize and validate CES’ in- shave peak loads. Reducing optimizing, testing and de- City Manager Marc Rob- The council also voted Laboratory and Cool Earth flated, photovoltaic (CPV) peak loads would reduce the livering a short-term (up to erts noted that over $2 mil- to approve a discount on Solar Inc. (CES) to conduct a technology. The company’s need to build and use more an hour ahead) solar power lion would be paid and $2 organics and recycling ser- community-scale renewable equipment will be located on “peaker” plants – fast start forecasting capability that million credited. "Under vices for larger commercial energy integration demon- a five-acre site known as the carbon-based generation will enable higher penetra- smoothing, the contractor customers to discourage stration project at the Liver- Clean Energy Demonstra- plants used to stabilize the tions of solar by providing does not end up with one self-hauling of materials; more Valley Open Campus tion Field on the LVOC. grid by providing additional more predictable informa- penny more." and an income-based dis- (LVOC). LLNL will contribute generation quickly in high tion on solar generation, Councilmember Bob Wo- count to assist qualified CES is the prime awardee advanced solar forecasting demand periods. This proj- allowing better management erner was concerned that members of the community and building energy man- ect will demonstrate on a mi- of the variable and intermit- providing the revenue early with residential solid waste and is contributing an addi- could reduce the incentive collection costs. tional $1 million in matching agement for improved ef- cro scale a model that could tent solar power production. on the part of the service COUNTY ENERGY funds to the CEC amount, ficiency and peak load shav- be expanded and replicated. Livermore also will de- provider to drive real costs COMMITTEE while LLNL will provide ing while Cool Earth Solar Utilities are increasingly velop and demonstrate im- down. He suggested that The council joined other advanced R&D support for Inc., also of Livermore, will concerned by the effect solar provements in building en- during negotiations that the Valley cities in declining the effort. provide concentrating CPV intermittency has on load ergy efficiency by using en- city obtain more certainty to join the Stopwaste.org This project will test and technology -- an innovative, across the grid and its po- vironmental and renewable on minimizing the real costs energy committee. demonstrate a model for how low-cost, community-scale tential to unbalance power energy forecasts to optimize in the later years of the Laureen Turner noted communities can generate concentrated photovoltaic generation and demand and HVAC controls. This will be contract. "The more money that concerns include "mis- solar energy, forecasting system. overload circuits. In some tested at building 690 at San- the contractor has, the less sion creep," with Stopwaste By accurately forecasting areas, distribution circuits dia National Laboratories, incentive there is to reduce expanding its areas of focus, that solar generation and costs. I don't want to mini- and weighted voting that developing energy manage- the timing and amount of experience large ramps due which has extensive HVAC mize the incentive to reduce could result in loss of local ment tools to adapt to that solar generation in a com- to high penetrations of PV SCADA infrastructure that real costs," stated Woerner. control. Three cities and the forecast. The net result will munity setting, this project and clouds quickly dissipat- can be used to implement Secondly, he said that the county would have enough be a community that is able aims to demonstrate that ing. and verify the technique. time value of money be votes to approve any re- to reduce its total consump- more dense penetrations of “This is an issue that can In its role, CES will de- taken into account when the quested action. tion and place more reliance photovoltaics (PV), on a be addressed by better solar velop, test and deploy 100 early payments are credited Stewart Gary commented on clean, locally available community’s distribution power forecasting to allow kW of concentrated PV back in later years. that Tri-Valley cities are able renewable resources. grid are possible. active balancing on the grid, modules, which has distinct Early years are based on to accomplish a lot of good In 2012, CES also signed The highly accurate and including adaptive building economic and environmen- indexing, starting in year 8, together. If there is a need for local forecasts developed energy management,” said tal advantages over tradi- the price of service is based collective action, the cities an agreement with Sandia on the real cost, not the in- would work together. National Laboratories that under this award will link to Wayne Miller, LLNL’s lead tional flat panel PV solar.

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(continuedDUBLIN from page one) council at its May 7 meeting students. The school board Haubert said that perhaps for further direction. has set a policy of 750 stu- Dublin would received the Talks have been slow, dents per elementary school, finished park faster if the said both sides. Further, "plus or minus 100," said developer were to build it, Councilmembers Abe Gupta Hanke. since some of the city's park and David Haubert have Hart, who was a two- amenities have been slow in replaced Congressman term school trustee elected coming in the past. He added Eric Swalwell and termed- in 1996, said that when he he would have to know some out Councilmember Kasie first served on the board, estimate of completion times Hildenbrand since the coun- enrollment per school was by both city and developer. cil last visited the issues. 450 students. "Now it is 600 Sbranti and Biddle pre- None of the decisions more. It's an absolutely criti- ferred that the city both de- from councilmembers on cal issue for the schools," sign and construct the park. May 7 were unanimous. said Hart. Biddle said, "We have been A proposed Community "We need to do some- good about building parks Facilities District (CFD) thing yesterday, or we'll in a timely manner. They that would impose taxes on house kids in portables, or pay the fees, and we build Dublin Crossings residents one kid in a family will go the park." received the green light from to school here, and another The tradeoffs in such three members: Mayor Tim there," said Hart. areas as school site size Sbranti, Haubert, and Gupta. The council agreed that and park size figure into Sbranti said, "I on the the future school site should the whole financial mix in a fence, but leaning against it, be 12 acres. final agreement that will be when two opposed it." Since Dublin is considering six negotiated between the city then, he has received more portables for John Green and SunCal. Elementary school at Glea- A representative of the information, and seen how it son Drive and Fallon Road. city's consultant, Keyser works in other cities. Parents have circulated a Marston, reminded the coun- Don Biddle and Kevin Photo - Doug Jorgensen petition opposing the use cil that as negotiations stand Cyclists head down First Street in Livermore on Bike to Work Day. Hart spoke against the CFD. of portables. The parents now, the city's benefits will Both were concerned be- are concerned about more include a $2.5 million park cause the taxes that would be traffic, which they see as a maintenance endowment, imposed on Dublin Cross- danger to children entering There would also be a Bike to Work Day ings residents might discour- and leaving school grounds. contribution to construction age home sales. The taxes WHO SHOULD BUILD of a pedestrian bridge for Draws Participants would pay for an estimated COMMUNITY PARK? the Iron Horse Trail to cross 40 percent of infrastructure The council also dis- Dublin Boulevard, "if that Hundreds of Tri-Valley Fit Yoga, for which the developer cussed the size of a com- moves forward," said the cyclists participated in otherwise would have to pay. The Habit Burger Grill, munity park and who should consultant. Bike to Work Day on Half Price Books, Maui The taxes would amount build it. An upgrade from There also would be a to $2200 to $3700 annually the developer's proposed 26 "community benefit pay- Thursday, May 9. Over Wowi Hawaiian Coffee and per household, depending on acres to 30 acres was sup- ment" to the city to assist in 550 cyclists visited the two Smoothies, Livermore Cy- assessed valuation. Haubert ported by Sbranti, Biddle, buying the county surplus “Energizer Stations” set up clery, Mike’s Bikes, Noth- said that adding that num- Hart and Gupta. Haubert authority's 8.7 acres at the at both Dublin/Pleasanton ing Bundt Cakes, Peet’s ber to the taxes already in did not add his support. corner of Dublin Boulevard BART stations to distrib- Coffee & Tea, Performance Dublin, would bring Dublin He said his support would and Arnold Street. ute refreshments, T-shirts, Bicycle, Red Smoke Grill, Crossings taxes up to about depend on what accoutre- In return, the developer and bags of giveaways to Rockin’ Jump, Sports $29,000. "It's a small frac- ments are included in the would pay an $11 million tion of an overall sales price park. Increasing the size 4 buyout of the city's afford- bicyclists participating in Authority, Sweet and of $600,000 or $700,000," acres takes possibly $4 mil- able housing fee require- the Bay Area event. Savory Café and Bakery, said Haubert. (The $29,000 lion out of the developer's ment. The normal require- Station hosts included Target, Trader Joe’s, Valley is 4.1 percent of $700,000.) pocket, "which would buy a ment would elicit $26 mil- the Cities of Dublin and Spokesmen, Vito’s Pizza One condition on Sbran- lot of accoutrements." lion from SunCal. The CDF Pleasanton, Hacienda Busi- Express, World of Shoes, ti's vote was that the CFD On the question of park would also be a benefit, ness Park, Dublin Cyclery, & Yogurtland. be capped at 1.75 percent of construction, Haubert, Hart, because it picks up 40 per- Alameda County Public assessed valuation. Going and Gupta said that they cent of SunCal's construc- Works, REI Dublin, and to the full 2 percent limit set were fine with the city de- tion cost. by Proposition 13 would not signing the park as well as a Staff will review the Workday; Alameda County leave any room for a school 5-acre neighborhood park. council's statements, and Transportation Commis- district parcel tax, if another However, SunCal should return to negotiations with sion also distributed mate- one were proposed. build the city park, which the developer soon, said rials at one of the stations. SunCal land acquisition it can do more cheaply than public information officer Participants were also manager Joe Guerra said the city . Linda Smith. entered in the local Bike that with a 1.75 percent cap, Month Raffle for prizes do- there would be room for 12 parcel taxes of the $96 Residents Request nated by contributing spon- amount raised by the school sors: ABC Music, Amici’s district's Measure L in 2008. Changes at Alviso Park Pizza, Athens Burgers, BJ’s SCHOOLS FIGHT Restaurant, Buffalo Wild FOR MORE LAND Several Pleasanton resi- The things that the city is Wings, Chipotle, Crank2, Dublin school superin- dents have organized a group doing are great. We just need Earl Anthony’s Dublin tendent Steve Hanke asked they hope will improve the to do a little more." Bowl, Extreme Pita, the council to negotiate for Alviso Adobe Park. The Alviso Adobe Com- Extreme Pizza, Frankie one more acre to be added Last week during the munity Park tells the story of to SunCal's proposal for an public comment period, they California from its earliest Johnnie & Luigi Too, Get 11-acre elementary school asked the Pleasanton City human history. site next to the proposed Council to establish a task Located between Old community park. force to address what they Foothill Road and Foothill Although one more acre see as the missing piece at Road, on the west side of may not sound like much, it the park - interactive dis- Highway 680, the site tells is important because of Dub- plays. the story of California from Order Your Bone Density Scan Today lin's expanding school sizes Dolores Bengston, one of its Native American begin- to accommodate growth the members of Friends of nings to the days of Spanish during a highly acceler- Alviso Park, said the goal is ranchos managing herds ated influx of children into to provide unique active in- of cattle on the original the district. Enrollment is terpretive cultural programs 12,000-acre Rancho Santa growing by 5 to 7 percent and interactive displays. The Rita, through a period in the per year. group would also like to see early to mid-20th century On Hanke said more teachers more amenities, such as a when it was a popular dairy, BOne Up and classrooms will be need- garden, storage facilities and and finally to its present use ed on the Dublin Crossing running water. "The park is as a community park. site. The school board has currently programmed for POET LAUREATE changed its policies twice visual impact, not active The city council ap- OSTeOpOrOSiS in the past few years on the use. We hope to be able to proved the appointment of size of elementary school assure that the park reaches Sandra Harrison Kay as the sites, going up from 8 acres its greatest potential," stated city's new poet laureate. She to 10, and more recently Bengston. takes over from Cynthia 12 acres, to accommodate Kurt Kummer, who was Bryant, who resigned. larger schools. serving on the Parks and Kay told the council that Hanke said the district Recreation Commission she has been a direct ben- Low bone mass affects women and wants larger "more efficient" when the park opened five eficiary of the city's literary sites to handle the growth. years ago, said, "It is a beau- programs. Serving as poet men. if you are a woman over 50 Amador elementary is the tiful Park. However, most laureate provides a way for your risk becomes much higher. next school that the district people only go once. They me to contribute and to keep will build. It will house 900 walk through and that's it. growing as a person. Simple common sense life choices can reduce your risk—healthy diet, active living, reduced alcohol and smoking. Osteoporosis is both preventable and treatable. 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Nina Hayes: a senior at Granada Maryann Gong: a senior at Yuri Ahn: a senior at Granada Trevor Houghton: a senior at Mackinley Morgan: a senior Patrick Leary: a senior at High School with a weighted Granada High School with a High with a weighted GPA of 3.57. Livermore High School where he at Livermore High School with a Livermore High School where he GPA of 3.92. She has earned weighted GPA of 4.47. She has She has earned four varsity blocks has a weighted GPA of 3.39. He weighted GPA of 3.72. He has has a weighted GPA of 3.38. He four varsity blocks in swimming. earned four varsity blocks in both in golf and was elected to the All- has earned three varsity blocks in earned three varsity blocks in has earned three varsity blocks Nina was selected First Team All cross country and track. Maryann League First Team as well as the track, and two in football. Trevor lacrosse and three varsity blocks in track and one in cross country. -League as a sophomore in both was selected Second Team All- All East Bay first team for the past has served as the LHS Athletic in wrestling. Mac was voted MVP Patrick was selected First Team the 200IM and the 100 backstroke. League as a freshman in cross two years. Yuri placed 5th in NCS in Commissioner and is the Student of his lacrosse team and received All-League in Cross Country and She was an NCS finalist in 2010, country and was selected First 2011 and placed 3rd in NCS in 2012. Athletics Club President. He an All- League Honorable Mention participated in the CIF State Meet. 2011 and 2012 and her team’s Team All-League her last three Yuri plans to major in Business at plans to attend Cal Poly San Luis his junior season. Mac obtained Patrick plans to attend Arizona MVP in both 2010 and 2012. years. She is the GHS record UC Riverside and will play on the Obispo and major in Construction the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy State University’s W.P. Carey Nina plans to attend UCLA and holder in the 3200 meters and was women’s golf team. Management. Scouts and plans to major in Sports School of Business. will major in Communications captain of both the cross-country Medicine or Sports Management Studies – Television Development/ and track teams. Maryann plans and pursue playing lacrosse at the Promotion. to study Computer Science and collegiate level next year. Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Kyle Campiotti: a senior Jordan Thrailkill: a senior Ryan Kirby: a senior at Granada Audreyannna Walke: a senior Kylee Southwell: a Livermore Maria Carlson: a senior at at Granada High School with at Granada High School with High School with a weighted GPA at Livermore High School with High senior with a weighted GPA of Livermore High School with a a weighted GPA of 3.14. He a weighted GPA of 3.92. He of 3.76. He has earned four varsity a weighted GPA of 3.46. She 3.67. She has earned four varsity weighted GPA of 4.11. She has earned four varsity blocks in has earned two varsity blocks blocks in baseball and has made has earned four varsity blocks in blocks in soccer and was named has earned four varsity blocks wrestling, two varsity blocks in in baseball, has won the EBAL the EBAL first team and been an soccer and will have earned two to the EBAL All-League Second in swimming and one in water football and two varsity blocks in batting title and been selected All EBAL Honorable Mention. The varsity blocks in track by year’s Team and was also an All-League polo. Maria qualified for NCS baseball. Kyle was named First League First Team. Jordan is the GHS baseball team is currently end. She was an All-League Honorable Mention. Kylee has her sophomore year in freestyle Team All-League in both football senior class secretary and plans undefeated and ranked second Honorable Mention her freshman participated in home building and and qualified for NCS her senior and wrestling and was named to attend Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in the nation. Ryan was named year and was selected First Team working with orphans in Cambodia. season in breaststroke. She placed to the 3rd Team All East Bay in where he will major in Kinesiology. to the pre-season All State team All–League her junior and senior She plans to attend UC San Diego in the top 8 at NCS her junior football and First Team All East and the pre-season Third All seasons. She was also selected to where she will continue to play year. Maria plans to attend The Bay in wrestling. Kyle was an NCS American Team. Ryan has signed the All East Bay team. Audreyanna soccer. University of Wisconsin. She will wrestling champion. He plans to a letter of intent to play baseball plans to attend the University of major in Chemistry and swim for attend Chabot College and play for the University of San Diego Arizona on a soccer scholarship the Division I Badgers. football. where he will major in Business and will major in physiology in the Administration. College of Medicine. Boosters Recognize High School Scholar-Athletes By Carol Graham The four winners, one represent the top student the committee following the 1965. It was an event that to one male and one female On Monday, May 20th, male and one female from athletes. They are evaluated luncheon.” we all looked forward to.” from each school in 1978. the community is invited each high school, will each for scholarship excellence, Also during the banquet, The Livermore-Granada “Since 1958 the Boosters to support 12 deserving receive a $2,000 scholarship exceptional athletic skill and Granada and Livermore Boosters Club has supported has awarded approximately high school seniors at the to the college of their choice. performance, sportsman- coaches will present awards athletic and academic excel- $200,000 in scholarships to Livermore-Granada Boost- The remaining eight finalists ship, and academic and civic to the most outstanding male lence since 1949. The club Livermore athletes,” said ers annual banquet. will each receive a $500 participation.” and female players for all was formed by a group of lo- Morgan. “The banquet will be the scholarship. Several weeks prior to team sports. Another popu- cal businessmen and headed The banquet begins at culmination of the Boost- “The finalists and win- the banquet, a luncheon was lar feature of the banquet by Judge Joe Schenone to 6:30 p.m. and will be held at ers’ annual efforts and will ners are selected by a com- held at Beeb’s Sports Bar & will be the traditional show- support the athletes of Liver- the Robert Livermore Com- feature the announcement mittee of Boosters direc- Grill at the Las Positas Golf ing of the video “Rivals,” a more High School, the only munity Center. Tickets for of the 2013 Outstanding tors,” said Morgan. Applica- Course during which each film depicting the athletic high school it town. The the barbequed tri-tip steak Scholar-Athletes from both tions are distributed earlier finalist gave a short presen- competition between the first Olympian scholarship and chicken dinner cost $25. Livermore and Granada in the year, with dozens re- tation summarizing his or cross-town high schools was awarded in 1958. When All varsity athletes are in- High Schools,” said Booster ceived by the committee. her achievements, elaborat- throughout the current year. Granada High was estab- vited to attend free of charge. Mike Morgan. “All 12 “The selection process is ing on sports careers, and “The banquet is a highly- lished in 1966, the Boosters To donate or purchase finalists will be introduced long and detailed, with three speaking about future plans. anticipated event each year,” began awarding scholarships tickets, visit www.liver- with anticipation building as boys and three girls from “They always do an ex- said Morgan. “I can vividly to both schools. As women’s moregranadaboosters.org. the winners of the Olympian each school becoming final- ceptional job,” said Morgan. remember the event as a sports gained popularity, This year's finalists are awards are announced.” ists. These twelve finalists “The winners are selected by senior at Livermore High in scholarships were awarded pictured above the story.

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Taylor The final game of the season between Cohn rounds out the list of on-fire play- Larry Damasar State Farm and Bran- ers for Bringhome.Scentsy.us with an don McGuire State Farm Agency was out at 1st and a hit to the outfield off a great game with a lot of good plays the coach. Top players for the visiting on both sides. For Larry Damasar Maverick Networks for fielding and State Farm Alexis Volking and Emily batting were Sarah Bull, Delaney Lee Holling each pitched for the first time and Olivia Marcoux. this season and did fantastic. Maure Micro White: Bob Frey Real Wiley pitched a great inning and had West Coast Kryptonite U17 played in their 3rd straight State Estate / Remax vs. Maher Educational three nice hits. For Brandon McGuire The Wild U15 competed for their first ever State Cup final. Cup, coming away with the title. The team once again in Services: For Bob Frey Real Estate / State Farm Agency, Isabella Collins Remax Keri Maggiora caught a fly ball was tough and made some great plays They have been ranked #1 in the state since August of last 2013 will get the opportunity to represent Northern California at shortstop in the first inning. Makenna at pitcher. Isabella Alvarez made her year. Last season the Wild took 2nd place in the National as they go back to the National Championship for a third Melvin had a great turn as pitcher. Piper cleanest play of the season on a play Championship in Chicago Ill and are looking forward to Nothelfer did a good job at 1st base. to 1st. Olivia Marquez did a great job straight year. In 2011 West Coast Kryptonite won the National Top Players: Bob Frey Real Estate / pitching and her practice at home is going to Colorado for the National Finals once again. Wild Championship held in Boise Idaho and finished 2nd in 2012 Remax - Keri Maggiora, Makenna paying off. faced Diablo FC on Cinco de Mayo for the State Cup Final. Melvin, Paige Nothelfer; Maher Edu- Tri-Valley Swim America vs. in Waukegan Illinois. Kryptonite will be heading to Aurora cational Services - Lena Garuda, Grace Larry Damasar State Farm: For Both teams displayed superior skill and athleticism. West Colorado in July with their younger sister U15 team West Gianfortone, Vivian Skeate Tri-Valley Swim America, Alyssa Coast proved too much to handle though as Miciah Madison Coast Wild to try one last time for a National title. Pictured Bob Frey Real Estate / Remax Ladrillono pitched a fantastic inning vs. GFI Stainless: For Bob Frey Real and had three nice hits. Maria Gutier- collected a perfect pass from Demi Gonis and slotted a shot are ( top from left) staff coaches Stuart Rafferty, Marlon Estate / Remax, Abigail Harmon, rez pitched well and did a great job past Diablo FC goalkeeper to put team Wild on the board. In Fernandez, Katie Poynter, Kate Lipmann, Jessica Hufford, Piper Bailey, and Kelly Maggiora all catching and at the plate. Madison had great at bats. For GFI Stainless, Cribbs played well in the field and the second half, Wild’s tactical formation transition stiffened Autumn Smithers, Grace Cabri, Regan Smithers, Ebony Ezeji, Hayley Luther made a catch at 2nd had three nice hits. For Larry Damasar the oppositions attack and Kasidee Wiley took a pass from Adaurie Dayak, Amber Lennier, Rachel Leonard, Madison base, Lucey Konnoff did some great State Farm, Alexia Garcia continued to Melissa Ellis and struck a perfectly placed shot in the corner pitching and Sarah Deckinger was a hit the ball well going three for three. Souza, Head Coach Troy Dayak, Asst Coach Karen Dayak; powerful hitter. Top Players: Bob Frey Grace Damaser had a nice hit off the of the net putting the Wild up by two. The Wild’s defense was (bottom) Stephanie Pawek, Mireya Magana, Alison Lau, Real Estate / Remax - Piper Bailey, opposing pitcher and almost made a led by team captains Megan Amick and Emilie Allum, with the Tayler Lennier, State Cup, Haley Crook, Kelly Smith, and Abigail Harmon, Kelly Maggiora; GFI sensational stretching play at second. Stainless - Sarah Deckinger, Lucey Sophia Damaser had three nice hits. amazing efforts from GK Amanda Valentine, Miciah Madison, Brooke Rittmann. Konnoff, Hayley Luther Mini Teal: Sonshine Preschool 9, Jacey Luzzi and Autumn Smithers who shut down Diablo FC Micro Teal: Ohana Bros. Island Rachel Leonard, Regan Smithers Allie was not enough to defeat the two time Style Chips & Popcorn vs. Larry (continued on page 8) super star forwards. The battle in the midfield was dominated Lau and Ebony Ezeji all played great state cup champs. Kryptonite won by West Coast players Tori Nicolo, Carleigh Hufana, Rachel and Goal Keeper Haley Crook came up State Cup in 2011, Premier State Cup Tungol, Demi Gonis and Sydni Lunt. with some big saves. Central Cal Alli- in 2012 and State Cup again in 2013 ance put some pressure on but could will get the opportunity to represent not keep Mireya Magana from getting Northern California as they go back waiver and drew upon their experience the game winning goal as she weaved to the National Championship for a West Coast Soccer to pull back a goal scored by Brook through the midfield and blasted a shot third straight year. U14 West Coast Wonder shocked Rittmann tying it 1-1. Adaurie Dayak over ACC goal keeper in the second Modesto Ajax when they came back would get the go ahead goal off a corner half. ACC would get a late goal but from a 2-0 deficit to take the NorCal assisted by Ebony Ezeji and Regan Premiere State Cup Championship Smithers. Kryptonite kept threaten- title in golden goal overtime. Despite ing in the attack led by Kelly Smith, Ajax pulling ahead 2-0 early in the Stephanie Pawek, Brooke Rittmann, first half, Wonder continued to dig Autumn Smithers and Adaurie Dayak. deep. After working the ball out of The midfield responsibilities were the back, Michia Madison drove up handled by Amber Lennier, Mireya the right side beating three defenders Magana, Madison Souza, Kate Lip- to score the Wonder's first goal. The mann & Jessica Hufford. Kryptonite beginning of second half brought a known for their tough defense was recharged Wonder to the field. A corner anchored by captains Grace Cabri & kick sent into the six by McKenna Buti was buried in the net by Madi- son to even the score 2-2 in the 54th minute. While fending off an overly aggressive defender, Madison again beat defenders up the right side, cut inside and placed a beautiful shot to put Wonder up 3-2. Soon after Ajax evened the score at 3-3. Golden Goal overtime brought the best out of West Coast Wonder as they immediately pushed forward. A hand ball in the box provided a perfect opportunity to seal the title. Lesley Jimenez stepped up to the line and placed a beautiful penalty kick in the left corner to bring West Coast Wonder the first place trophy. West Coast Kryptonite U17 played in their 3rd straight State Cup, coming away with the win. After going down 1-0 to a strong Alliance team in the first half, team Kryptonite did not The Independent, MAY 16, 2013 - PAGE 7

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Livermore Fusion SC’s U10 Maroon Girls team kept their winning ways intact over the weekend with victories over Pleasanton Rage and Mustang Pride. In Saturday’s game versus Rage, Livermore Fusion started strong with a pass from Kaleigh Castillo to Danielle Castro for a Fusion 1 – 0 lead. Then Castro followed her first goal with an assist to Lily Redell who scored to make the game 2-0. At the start of the second half, April Philips made it 3 – 0 with a strike from midfield for the score. Ashleigh Ward (pictured) scored Tanner Wright alludes the tag to score the winning run the final goal to give Fusion the 4-0 win over Pleasanton. It was no contest in Sunday’s game as Fusion beat Mustang in the bottom of the 7th inning of a game between the Pride 5-1. Lily Redell scored the first goal making it 1-0. Then Granada Little League 90s Gold team and the Pleasanton Photo - Doug Jorgensen Kaleigh Castillo lit up the field with four goals. April Phillips National Little League 90s Gold team. Photo - Bill Nale and Aliva Ganz shared goalie duties in the win, limiting the The LVCP (Livermore Valley Charter Prep) varsity girls Pride to just one score. soccer team, comprised of freshman and sophomores, advanced to the NCS playoffs in their first year of play. The lost 1 to 0 to Redwood in the first round. LVCP finished the regular season with a 11-7-1 record. Larry Damasar State Farm 3: Sonshine Livermore American Little Preschool played a good game with big League scores: hits by Nina Balestreri, and great outs T-Ball: Muckdogs vs. Scrappers: made by Ava Silversmith and Emma Top players Muckdogs: Sean Nelson, Seitz. Larry Damasar State Farm Adrian Zarsange, Caleb Ragan; Top played strong with great pitching by players Scrappers: Mickey, Mason, Morgan, big hits by Emma, and Peyton Amaya. Adrian scooped up a single making a huge play on defense. shot to third and darted to third to tag Renee Huber State Farm Insurance the base. Andrew stopped a shot to the 8, Kaelin Construction Inc. 7: Renee pitcher and ran down a play to tag him Huber State Farm Insurance's Kenna out. Not only did Andrew exemplify Asmussen hit a triple in the first in- great defense but he also show great ning and a single in the second. She offense with a line drive blast to the also pitched a great inning, allowing out field. Lucas stopped a shot to the no runs. Sydney Vorhees scored the pitcher and threw out a runner on first. team's first run in the second inning While on shortstop Ryan picked up Cinco de Mayo wasn't the only thing the Mavericks team had and pitcher Advika Deodhar was on a grounder and ran down a player at fire striking out six players and getting third. All players on both teams had to celebrate as they posted their first tournament victory in a base hit in the third inning. Kaelin monster hits. 2013 at the Hayward tournament. The Mavericks Fastpitch Construction Inc. played a great game. Single A: Cardinals 18, Angels 19: Sofia Blaschka got two hits and two The Angels eked out the win against the 12U travel team pounded out 44 hits and 38 runs in 5 games. runs, Makenze Mapes got two hits Cardinals 19 - 18 in a thriller that cul- The girls backed up their stellar performance at the plate with and one run, and Jessica Lund's single minated in Justin Grumm's walk-off, started a four-run rally that nearly won one-out, RBI single in the bottom of the solid defense. It was this defense that helped Melanie Laronde the game. sixth. Facing a six run deficit going into pitch a one hitter on Saturday and a no hitter on Sunday. The Mini Black: Athen’s Burger 9, the sixth, Cardinals' batter, Sebastian Mavericks' bats came alive at the end of the game to come Maher Educational Services 8: Both Kirby, started the six-run comeback of these teams played tough in this rally with a sixth-pitch single up the home tournament champions with a final score of 9-7. Pictured mid-week battle. Julia Novi did a middle. Six runs later the Cards had are (from back left) Coaches Daniel Woolley, Eric Scher, Doug great job pitching the entire game for evened the score at 18. Angels' third- Athen’s Burger and Grace Haubner baseman, Xavier Dillon, saved the Roberts, Steve Pepperdine, and Brian Kohndrow (center from was tough in the circle for Maher inning for the defense by making two left) Allison Scher, Jordan Beakey, Emily Andrassy, Kylie Educational Services. Offensively, consecutive, unassisted force-plays to the Athen’s Burger players showed end the Bird's rally and set the stage Roberts, Rachael Gomez, Melanie Laronde, and Brianna great skills running the bases, putting for the Angels' walk-off win. The Wheelock, (bottom from left) Tatum Hayes, Katlyn Woolley, runners into key positions for scoring. Cardinals hit the ball hard all day and Allison Sprugasci, Tori Trautwein, Olivia Kohndrow, and Samantha O’Brien got a base hit and 2 notched seven doubles for the game RBI, Olivia Soble got a base hit and a including the back-to-back combo Madeline Addington. Not pictured is Coach John Sprugasci. RBI, and AJ Molina also contributed a from Brandon Von and Braden McRae base hit. Alex Stokoe came up to bat in to start the game. Xavier Thorpe added Nicholas and Betz. "Golden Glove" of the season; Chris Pictured is Leslie Jimenez who scored the OT golden the bottom of the 5th with 2 outs and got two doubles to the tally in his 4 for 4 Orioles 15, Angels 9: The Orioles' Lorenz always entertained with his goal for the West Coast Wonder to give them the State a key base hit that scored 2 runs, tying outing, knocking three runs in and Kendall Lemmons pitched her first "Team Spirit;" Mason Woodward was the game at 8.. Defensively, Athen’s scoring once. Three Angels' batters game at the AA level and got her first "Most Improved Player" of the season; Cup title. Burger continues to make great plays. had perfect outings: Trent Terkuerst win. Wilder Mann and Ryan Bond Ethan Valencia won the last game ball Avery Clark fielded a grounder at short and Justin Grumm went 5 for 5 and both had great hits to the outfield of the season and also deserves the title stop and beat the runner to the bag for Josh Raborn went 4 for 4. Tristan Webb and showed excellent base running. of "Silver Slugger;" Jayden Buress had the out at 2nd. Julia Novi again dem- had an impressive defensive outing in The Angels' Parker Schwantes hit a the "Best Arm" with some incredible started off the inning playing second made a great hit and chalking up a rib- onstrated her fielding skills by going the fifth inning at pitcher making two solid double in the 5th inning scoring throws; Elijah Borja the "Best Swing" making a throw to first base caught by bie. Tommy Wisely III made a game after a ball and getting the out at 1st. plays to first and a running catch to 2 RBIs. Orioles top players: Kendall by hitting some great doubles, and Kade Ornellas for the first out of the stopping play at first with an out. Red Olivia Soble also fielded a grounder end the Cardinals' outing. Top players Lemmons, Wilder Mann, Ryan Bond; last but not least, Landon Vallejo gets game. Riley Scott made a great throw Sox came away with the win. cleanly to get the out at 1st. Kayli Angels: Trent Terkuerst 5 for 5, 2B, 4 Angels top players: Kevin Grant, "MVP" of the Mudcats with some to home plate to James Foley making Yankees vs. D'backs: The Dia- Shimanuki continues to be tough at R, RBI; Justin Grumm 5 for 5, 4 R, 5 Parker Schwantes, Karl Meyers. stellar hits, perfect throws, and some the second out of the inning. Xavier mondbacks came out ready to strike short stop catching a pop fly for an out. RBI; Josh Raborn 4 for 4, 2B, R, 2 RBI. AAA Division: Giants 6, Padres great catches, always with a smile and Lortie ended the inning catching a pop with some star plays by Michal West Riley Gilletti worked hard defensively Top players Cardinals: Xavier Thorpe 7: The Giants and the Padres played great attitude. fly. Caleb Penner picked up the speed who hit two triples resulting in 3 RBI's for Maher Educational Services. With 4 for 4, 2 2B, R, 3 RBI; Brandon Von 3 another very close game decided in stealing second base. Jared McQuil- and Thomas Schnapp who hit a triple bases loaded and 2 outs, she made a for 4, 2 2B, 2 R, RBI; Nico Temorres extra innings. For the Padres, John liam stole second for the Yankees. with 1 RBI. Cameron Angotti threw great play at 2nd to stop an Athen’s 3 for 4, 2 R, 2 RBI Joiner had an outstanding day on the Livermore National LL Noah Roe was hot at the plate scoring the ball to first baseman, "Lightning Burger rally and end the inning. She mound. He pitched 5 strong innings a double and bringing home RBI's. Larry" Wisely for the first out of the Giants 11, Angels 12: The Giants with 9 strikeouts and only allowed 1 Livermore National Little League also contributed offensively with a were hot at the plate early and jumped scores: Yankees vs. Red Sox: In 1st inning evening. Shortstop Dominic Gozzo base hit and 2 RBI. Caelin Cavanaugh, run. Michael Grant smashed a double James Foley stopped the Red Sox from made a spectacular play with a throw out to a 7 – 1 lead after two innings and to center field and stole his way around Majors: Giants 13, Rangers 5: Kristen Gonzales (RBI) and Rachel were comfortably ahead 11 - 6 after Giants outstanding players: Nolan scoring by catching a great pop fly play- to Jonathan Lindberg for an out at Singh (2 RBI) also contributed base the bases to score in the 4th inning. Jor- ing short stop. Noah Roe threw from third. Pitcher Hayden Henry turned four. However, the Big Guys would dan Redditt displayed his outstanding Kitsuse pitched 4 shutout innings. hits. Defensively, Grace Haubner and not score again while the Angels posted The Giants' hit parade was led by RF to James Foley at first, who then in his usual top performance. The Alyssa Reiner were quick to make skill with multiple defensive positions throws the ball to catcher Sean Stotts Diamondbacks came back rattling with five runs in the fifth and one more for as catcher and at first base. For the Joey Stangl, who had 2 hits, and Jake plays to teammate Rachel Singh for the win in the bottom of the sixth: Denett who had 2 hits and 2 RBI's. for the out.. Xavier Lortie hit a hard a win. For the Yankees, Noah Roe hit a outs at 1st. Caelin Cavanaugh was Giants, Aden Calvacanti helped the double scoring an RBI for Yankees. double for 2 RBI's starting off the game Angels 12, Giants 11. Joseph Burbach Giants score early in the 1st with an Rangers outstanding players: Jacob tough behind the plate and also in put himself in scoring position with a Ward displayed outstanding defense Brayden BlackLock hit a solid single with a bang for the Yankees. Nathian left field catching a pop fly for an out. explosive triple that went over 200 feet to first then stole second. Lukas Stifter Perez was hot, catching an awesome double to center-field in the bottom to the fence. Joe Doughty was impres- in the field. The Rangers' pitching was Minor Teal: Lee Jagoe Architec- of the sixth for the Angels and scored led by Grant Ikeda and Sean Haley, hit a two RBI double to center field for fly ball at 2nd base to end the inning. ture 4, Securities America 1: Great sive, going 2 for 3 with a single and the Yankees. He then hit a double to earn the game the winning run on Tristan Webb’s a double, and skilled base running to who pitched 2 scoreless innings to duel last Saturday between the All-star RBI single. The Angels’ offense start the game. Red Sox vs. Giants: Game ball for ball. James Foley was super hot on the pitching of Lee Jagoe Architecture and cross the plate in the bottom of the 6th the Red Sox went to Michael Mal, who mound, throwing only 11 pitches and was anchored by A.J. Hattaway and to tie the game. Jeffrey Fairbanks was A's 5, Rangers 2: A’s outstanding stellar defense by Securities America. Xavier Dillon who were both perfect players: Jacob Vane anchored the A’s has a way stepping up and getting that ending the inning with all strike outs. This epic battle formed early with awesome both at the plate and on the hit when it really counts. Jordan Den- Giants vs. Pirates: Pirates' pitch- at the plate and combined for 7 hits, field, hitting a single and a double with on defense by pitching 4 innings and fantastic shutdown innings by Hailee 4 runs, and 3 RBI’s. The Giants were only giving up 1 earned run. Michael nett also deserves some kudos for his ers gave their best throwing hard into Weinstein on the mound. She was 2 RBIs, along with two great defensive performance at the plate. Jordan went the zone. The Pirates rallied late in led by Jake Salhoff who went 3 for plays in the 4th inning to knock down Friesen and Eric Griffin both hit backed up superbly by Olivia Hwang 4 with a double, two scores, and an doubles. Rangers outstanding players: 3 for 3 with a smash to the fence that the game with several notable hits. and her amazing defensive skills. would-be base hits and get the runners. easily brought him in to second with Game ball winner Noah Corpuz had RBI. Jake also executed an unassisted After 7 innings, the Padres held their Ryan Hanley pitched an outstanding Charlotte Whiting took the hill for the double-play in the fourth inning by game for the Rangers giving up only a stand up double. For the Giants, it an excellent day at the plate going two final 3 innings and struck out several one-run lead to decide the game in was a game to remember for Caleb for three to drive in several runs. The catching a pop-up at second-base and their favor 7-6. 1 run. Jacob Ward and Colton Berlinn Securities America players on her way alertly forcing-out the Angels' runner each hit doubles in their first at bats. Bogdanov and Isaac Romero with Giants really showed off their defen- to a victory. Securities America put up Giants 15, Orioles 10: The Giants solid hits. Teammate Shane Pollard sive skills during their face off with the on second as he attempted to tag-up. and the Orioles met up Saturday for Rangers 5, Diamondbacks 4: The a valiant battle, especially in the field Cole Ebel and Caleb Francis rounded Dbacks pulled out a 5-4 victory. The was able to get on base and also did a Pirates. The pitchers managed to strike where Julia Thomas put on a clinic the last regular season game. For the great job as a pitcher. out a few players. On offense, Braden out the Giants’ attack combining for Orioles, Chase Richards ignited a 4-run Dbacks opened the scoring in the first at 2nd base diving left and right and five hits and three RBI’s. with a single by Dylan Silva driving Pirates vs. A's: For the A's, Kyle Illingworth and Nathan Nagengast stopping any ball hit in her general rally in the 1st inning with a single Denton pitched a quick 1st inning stole a few bases. Kamden Johnson Angels 19, Cardinals 20: The Car- and skilled base-running, eventually in 2 runs. The Rangers answered in direction. Raquel Espinosa flashed the dinals exacted revenge from the Angels the bottom of the inning with Garrett with 3 strikeouts. He then went on to leather at short stop as well. Offense stealing home. Jake Hager excelled hit a triple in the 4th inning. Tanner (continued on page 10) in a rematch, 20 - 19, in another one-run as catcher in the 2nd, picking off a Barker driving in a run. In the 3rd, the was hard to come by, but Anika Nicolas thriller to end the regular season. In Rangers scored 3 with hits from Colton Griffith (T-Man) pitched a quick 5th was the big hitter of the day and stole Giants' runner on an attempted steal inning with 3 strikeouts and played the bottom of the sixth, with the score to second. Elijah Nuddleman launched Berlinn, a booming double to right several bases. Top Players: Lee Jagoe tied, two out, and a runner on second, from Barker, and a single from Sean great offense scoring 3 runs. Architecture - Olivia Hwang, Hailee a single in the 3rd with a RBI, fuel- Diamondbacks vs. Red Sox: Ty Brandon Von's pop-up managed to ing another 4-run inning for the O's. Haley. Strong performances on the hill Weinstein, Charlotte Whiting; Securi- find the left-field grass in front of the by Eric Ruloma (Rangers) and Josh Clappin and Joshua Nixon received ties America - Raquel Espinosa, Anika For the Giants, Michael Bearden was the game balls. Ty had a terrific day diving defenders. Fleet-footed Duane amazing at first base, catching a high Goldstein (Dbacks) kept the offenses Nicolas, Julia Thomas Noel celebrated Christmas early by off balance all day. The Dbacks rallied at the plate going 3 for 3, and a really Diversified Mortgage 11, Central pop-up that disappeared in the sun, and good day on the mound closing out the scoring from second base on the play then later making a back-handed snag in the top of the 5th to score 2 to tie Painting 8: For Central Painting to win the game for the Red Birds. the game with hits from Brett Oelrich, inning with only 14 pitches. Joshua Spinning Kristen Greene had several key infield of a hard line-drive in the 2nd inning. also had a great day at the plate and The Cards' slugger, Riley Durant, Jack Volponi played an outstanding Grant Gomes and Cameron Larsson. scoops to throw the runner out at 1st. was an HR shy of the cycle, hitting 4 In the top of the 6th, with 2 outs, the made a great grab on a hot grounder to & Weaving While Kamryn Flemings and Peyton game, going 3 for 3 with 2 singles short making the tag on the runner and for 4 with 4 RBIs and 2 runs. Xavier and a double, blasting several sizzling Dbacks' Jordan Canning walked, then with the Treadles Pozzi both made important outs for the Thorpe and Brandon Von were both moved into scoring position on a sto- nearly getting the double play at 1st. team; as well as connected well with line-drives down the third base line. The Diamondbacks' Jacob Kelleher perfect at the plate combining for 9 Giants infielder Adam Chapman was len base bringing up Dane Winslow. & Threads Guild the bat for RBIs. Even with great play- for 9 hitting, 4 runs, and 6 RBIs. For Winslow delivered a clutch single to made an awesome out at first. Pitcher ing by Central Painting, Diversified phenomenal at both shortstop and Hayden Henry made a spectacular play the Angels, Trent Terkuerst made two third base, routinely scooping hard hit drive in Canning to give the Dbacks May 25, 10am-4pm Mortgage played to win. Ella Hughes sparkling defensive plays as first base- a 1 run lead. In the bottom half of the to Thomas Schnapp at first for another (catcher), Amanda Mero (pitcher) and grounders on the run and then firing out. Larry Wisely really owned his $5 per person man in the third inning. The Angels' the ball to first to get the runner every inning, Goldstein gave up a lead off Audrey Simmons (pitcher) led their first-base platoon of Josh Raborn, single to Barker and retired the next position on first base with two back to team by playing both a great offensive time. In the end, the Giants claimed back put outs. Michal West cracked one 1356 S. Livermore Ave. A.J. Hattaway, and Connor Kenyon the win 15-10. batter, but Dane Winslow came on in and defensive game. each contributed an unassisted force relief to strike out the last 2 batters to into the outfield for a double to drive (925) 447-8941 Major Teal: Maher Educational T-Ball: The American Livermore in two teammates. Jonathan Lindberg at first for the defense. Justin Grumm Mudcats had there final game. Players perserve the win for the Dbacks. Services 9, Alain Pinel Realtors 8: provided the offensive fireworks for AA Division: Pirates vs. Yankees: Maher Educational Services came showed much improvement from the the Angels, hitting two doubles and first to last game. Ethan Pelkey wins The Pirates came out and played their back to win the game in the bottom amassing 5 RBIs on 3 for 4 hitting. best in this nail biter. With the bases of the 5th inning. The score was 0-8 "Best Swinger In Such A Small Pack- Livermore Cinemas Hattaway, Xavier Dillon, and Jack age;" Brahm Weintraub earned the title loaded Cameron crushed a ball into and the girls came back to win 9-8. Bleier were all perfect 3 for 3 at the deep right field for a 3 RBI triple. Some Maher Educational Services: Alyssa of "Mr. Consistency;" Angeline Dillon star trek into darkness 3d (pg13) DLp-cc 2:30 5:30 8:30 plate, and Bleier contributed an RBI always has a big smile on her face and great defensive plays were also made Crumrine started off the rally with a double for the losing cause. including a pickup by second baseman star trek into darkness (pg13) DLp 12:15 1:00 3:15 4:00 6:15 hit and two RBI. Kennedy Scoffield deserves the title of "Happiest Player;" AA Division: Giants 3, Angels Amelie Hart will be forever "Coaches Ryan McKinzie who got the ball to 7:00 9:15 10:00 had a single with two RBI. Annecy 12: Adams and Nicholas with 2 pop first baseman Xavier Armas for an out. Rocca had the walk-off double which Favorite;" Leif Kavanagh was always iron man 3 3d (pg13) DLp-cc 12:30 3:30 6:30 9:30 out catches for the out. Betz with a first to practice, first to games was The Pirates' game ball was awarded to knocked in the tying and winning runs. double/2rbi. Both Maxwell and Scha- third baseman Graedon Beeler for an iron man 3 (pg13) DLp d-box 1:15 4:15 7:15 10:00 Alain Pinel Realtors: Emily McElroy the "Hardest Working Player;" Noah wantes with solid singles in the 3rd for Ventura was the most "Intense Player" amazing play which ended the game. iron man 3 (pg13) DLp 11:50 2:00 2:50 5:00 5:50 8:00 8:50 did a great job hitting. Brenna Adams 2 RBIs. Angels top players: Duncan For the Yankee's - they received great had two hits. Jorie Fanfa had a great with always having such focus keeping the great gatsby 3d (pg13) DLp 2:05 5:10 8:20 Maxwell, Parker Schwantes, Luther that eye on the ball; Noah Blake won defense with awsome plays from Lukas game with three hits. Hart; Giants top players: Adams, Stifter and Nathan Bruan. 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(continuedLAWSUIT from page one) (continuedSCHOOLS from page one) that the company is “es- ney noted who is familiar funds or hope that their national security mission receive information regard- Google's support, we hope to pecially grateful” that the with employment law, this law firm can proceed on within the fiscal constraints ing applying for an Equal achieve equitable enrollment jury rejected a charge that picture may be deceptive. the promise of attorneys imposed by Congress,” it Opportunity Grant. in two years." it had retaliated against one “You can’t just extrapolate fees from a settlement or said in a statement. The program will begin Part of the program will of the five plaintiffs, Elaine the first five cases to 125 verdict. The case that financial at Granada this fall and be to determine what prohib- Andrews. others. They may have While most of the Bay hardships are not its fault Livermore next year. Bow- its students from taking AP The uncertainty con- nothing in common. De- Area’s news coverage has but were imposed by fund- ers noted, "Even though classes. As a nation we need cerning payment of the tails of their cases may be emphasized the David vs. ing cutbacks from Wash- the program won't begin to change the idea that some $2.7 million monetary very different,” said the Goliath victory of the $2.7 ington is reinforced by the officially at Livermore this courses are off-limits and award results from the attorney, who spoke on the million jury award, a more recent announcement that year, the district won't ignore that enrollment is a natural complexity of dozens of condition of anonymity. careful look makes it dif- it is seeking voluntary staff the needs at the school." She progression in development. related cases that are under Apart from the uncer- ficult to separate negoti- reductions of up to 600 added that the decision for The second year, the goal consideration beyond the tainty of outcomes, payouts ating rhetoric from legal employees because the so- separate start dates has been will be to create a high five that were decided last from the breach-of-contract substance. called budget “sequester” appealed. Livermore is on a school with a challenging week. awards may be postponed The plaintiffs are rep- has generated so many waiting list for this year. enviornment for all who at- In 2008, the Laboratory until the age discrimina- resented by the Oakland financial uncertainties for Alberto Solorzano, prin- tend the school, said Rambo. laid off 440 employees tion cases are decided. law firm Gwilliam, Ivary, the coming fiscal year. cipal of Livermore High Students will be selected and some 500 contrac- These cases could take Chiosso and Brewer, which Even after five years, School, stated “Our partner- using deep data that indi- ship with Google will allow cates their readiness for tors following budget cut- years, given the potential at the moment is denied at- there is considerable bitter- a greater opportunity for our greater challenges. In the backs that were instigated for drawn-out trials and torney’s fees both because ness among former Labo- students to have more ac- long run, Equal Opportunity in Washington, D.C. The appeals. the fees are not allowed ratory employees at what cess to higher level courses Schools aims to shift percep- Laboratory’s funding It is not yet clear how in contract violation cases they see as a pattern of enabling them to thrive in tions of what underrepre- comes primarily from the Freedman will decide to and because the jury ruled unfairness in how lay-offs the greater global society.” sented students can achieve National Nuclear Security handle the remaining 125 that there was no retaliation were instituted as well At Livermore, Solorzano if given equitable learning Administration, which is breach-of-contract law- against plaintiff Elaine An- as the loss of UC health noted that 84 students have opportunities. The project part of the US Department suits. Will he schedule 125 drews. A verdict of retali- care coverage. A lawsuit is been identified as needing to will be the first ever gold- of Energy. individual trials that might ation would have opened pending over health care enroll in AP classes to close standard, random (school- Of the employees who stretch out over years? the possibility of attorney’s coverage. the achievement gap. level) assignment study of were laid off, 130 filed suit Twenty-five groups of five? fees. On the plaintiffs’ side Philomena Rambo, the impact of AP and IB on the following year, alleg- A single, large group? Future rulings and ver- of the legal case, attorney Granada High School prin- college completion. ing breach of contract and The Laboratory could dicts with regard to age Randy Strauss, of Gwil- cipal, said, “It’s important Bowers reported, “Re- age discrimination. also appeal last week’s discrimination may or may liam, Ivary, said in an infor students to graduate from search proves and we affirm The judge in the case, awards, delaying the pro- not change this dramati- terview that those laid off high school prepared to suc- that exposure to rigorous Robert Freedman, sepa- cess. It has not announced cally. Age discrimination have been “looking for ceed in college or a career. and advanced coursework rated the complaint into whether it will do so. “We awards can reach many justice” for nearly five Our upcoming work with ensures preparation and two parts and chose five are considering our op- millions of dollars, includ- years. He said that last Equal Opportunity Schools student success in high of the 130 plaintiffs to go tions,” it said in its state- ing punitive damages and week’s jury verdict was will strengthen our efforts school and post-high school to trial on the breach of ment. fees for attorneys. “absolutely a victory . . . to challenge all students with work, college graduation contract allegations alone. As for the age dis- Gwilliam, Ivary issued for us and especially for the the most rigorous courses and careers. Livermore is possible, making their high an increasingly diverse com- Simple arithmetic pro- crimination cases, Judge a press release earlier this clients, for whom this has school diploma a true in- munity with changing demo- duces a dramatic picture Freedman has scheduled week boasting about the been a very long battle.” dicator of their mastery of graphics. Our enrollment in of the benefit to plaintiffs a hearing for May 16. He $2.7 million settlement and Awards to the five plain- high school courses as well AP courses should reflect – and the financial risk to has already ruled that the suggesting that the firm is tiffs were: Elaine Andrews, as a viable passport to their our diverse constituency. Lawrence Laboratory Na- Laboratory’s layoff policy ready and anxious to try the $242,711; Marian Barraza, future. Granada students We have made conscious tional Security – assuming was not intentionally dis- remaining cases in the full $443,299; Mario Jimenez, currently have access to efforts to simultaneously future cases yield the same criminatory. That ruling expectation of winning fu- $853,010; Greg Olsen, 14 Advanced Placement restructure and reculture to result as the five decided was satisfying to the Labo- ture legal battles. Attorney $704,234; and James courses. We look forward build an infrastructure that last week. ratory, which continues to Gary Gwilliam was quoted “Rocky” Torres, $485,783. to increasing enrollment in promotes equity to change If five breach-of-con- defend its layoff policy in one report as welcoming “We have proven that those courses and adding outcomes for students. Ev- tract claims generated $2.7 as lawful. However, the the possibility of a negoti- the layoff was conducted more so that we can engage ery leadership team meeting, million in awards, then 130 ruling’s effect on eventual ated settlement. in bad faith,” Strauss said. and challenge all students at professional development, following the same pattern trial outcomes and awards The Laboratory also “There’s no reason to be- a highly rigorous level. This Leadership Institute and might produce about $70 remains to be seen. continues to emphasize lieve future trials will come opportunity to work with workshop in the recent past million. That’s without It does have an immedi- that the 2008 cutbacks were out differently in the case EOS will strengthen our has been equity-focused, as moving on to age dis- ate impact on one practical “painful” and were forced of other plaintiffs. They abilities as a staff to meet the we deeply examine our poli- crimination accusations, matter: how to pay for the on it by federal funding (the Laboratory) violated needs of all students." cies, practices, protocols, which carry the potential lawsuit. The Laboratory cutbacks. “Lab managers the contracts. Granada has a target of initiatives and decision- for punitive damages under has a budget that will sup- were forced to balance “We expect be able to 38 more students to meet making through an equity California’s Fair Employ- port legal defense indefi- their desire to maintain the prove that in court.” the mark needed to close lens, and modify them in ment and Housing Act. nitely while the plaintiffs Lab’s talented workforce the achivement gap. Rambo the areas of equitable access, stated that too often students outcomes, opportunities, However, as one attor- must either raise their own with the need to fulfill its never have the opportunity discipline, and support for to take AP classes. "With students."

Carl Dean Arrangements by Cal- true City wind and in the chill of Annamarie Kennedy and Lorraine Nora Chow Martindale Jr. “C.J.” laghan Mortuary. girl who winter we remember her. Karen Wilson. Resident of Livermore Carl Dean Martindale Jr. loved At the opening of the She is survived by Lorraine was born on “C.J.”, 29, of Oakley, passed Jose M. Gandara Sr. traveling buds and in the rebirth of her daughter Mary Lattig Nov. 2, 1933 in San Fran- away Saturday, May 4, 2013. Jose M. Gandara Sr., 88 and had spring we remember her. (Glenn), son-in-law Doug- cisco, many ad- He was born to Carl and of Brentwood, CA , passed At the blueness of the skies las Wilson; grandchildren CA and away peacefully with his ventures and in the warmth of sum- Maryann McBee (Greg), passed Jessica Martindale, July 22, with her 1983, in Oakland; Ca. C.J. family by his side on May mer we remember her. Jon Kennedy (Katie), Pat- away 1, 2013 at Kaiser Hospital husband, At the rustling of the leaves rick Kennedy, Terri Ken- on Sat., graduat- fam- ed from in Antioch, CA. He was born and in the beauty of au- nedy, Kelly Gilbert (Mark), May 11, in Havana, Cuba to Salvador ily and tumn we remember her. Jennifer Murphy (Dave), 2013 in Liver- friends more Gandara Sr. and Dolores At the beginning of the and many beloved great Liver- Rodriguez. He was preceded throughout her 90 years. High Family and friends were the year and when it ends grandchildren, nieces and more, in death by his loving wife we remember her. nephews. CA., School of 60 years, Maria Gandara. most important things in in 2001 her life, she treasured them She lived her last five she was Jose was a passionate As long as we live, she too years at Auburn Ravine 79 years and re- and extremely loving man more then gold and she will ceived forever be “Our Heart.” will live; for she is now a part Terrace and came to view old. She loved being with who enjoyed caring for his of us, as we remember her. her caregivers as part of her and caring for her family. a BA in grandchildren, cooking, auto Darlene was preceded in Concrete Management from death by her husband Donald extended family. "Blessed She was preceded in mechanics and music. Jose are those who knew you and death by her husband Harry California State University, is survived by his children, A. Excell and her daughter When we are weary Chico. C.J. was in a com- Jose M. Gandara Jr., Maritza Lucinda White. She is sur- and in need of strength those that called you friend. in 1991. She is survived by mitted relationship with his Gandara, Jorge Gandara, vived by her children Sandy we remember her. You enriched each life that her children, Kathleen Be- fiancé Nicole Hart. They Mayra Gandara, Elizabeth and Craig Miller, Pam Sarti, When we are lost and sick entered yours right to the quette, Karen Eeds, Colleen were not only companions Gandara-Trenholm, eleven Kathy and Myron Mathe, at heart we remember her. very end." Renee was so Wong; her grandchildren, but each other’s best friends. grandchildren and eleven Sherri Lowe. and Dorothy When we have joy we crave strong in her faith and her Chris Bequette, Vanessa Cordova; her grandchildren C.J. worked in the con- great-grandchildren. to share we remember her. love for her family. She will Taylor, Alex Bequette, Na- Memorial services are Mike Mathe, Francesca and When we have deci- be forever loved and missed. thaniel Eeds, Simon Eeds, crete management field be- Ken Orr, Ashley Lowe, and fore he was newly hired by being held on May 17, sions that are difficult to A celebration of her life Sean Eeds, Rachel Wong, 2013, 12 p.m., St. Michael's Mary and Keith Fake; and make we remember her. will be held on May 25 at Amy Wong; great grandchil- Ghilotti Bros., Inc.to work as her great grandchildren Av- Assistant Project Manager. Church, 458 Maple St., When we have achieve- noon at 676 Vivian Drive, dren, Jaidis Eeds, Xander Livermore, CA 94550. Jose ery Orr, Delany Orr, and ments that are based on Livermore, CA. In lieu of Bequette, Jadeyn Taylor, and He was passionate about Donald Otto Fake. advancing in his career and will be laid to rest at St. hers we remember her. flowers, donations in Re- Paizleigh Bequette. Michael's Cemetery, 3385 A Memorial Service will worked hard to reach his be held at Callaghan Mor- nee's name made to Sut- A Funeral Service will be East Avenue, Livermore, As long as we live, she too ter Auburn Faith Hospice, held on Sat., May 18, 2013 occupational goals. CA 94550. tuary on May 18, 2013 at C.J. was known for his 12pm. will live; for she is now a 11775 Education Street, at 3:30PM at Callaghan’s Arrangements by Cal- part of us, as we remember Suite 201, Auburn, CA, Chapel, 3833 East Ave., magnetic personality and laghan Mortuary. In lieu of flowers the fam- being the life of the party. ily requests that donations her. would be appreciated. Livermore, CA. Final rest- He had a compassionate be made to the Livermore ing place will be at Memory Mary Darlene Excell Jr. Rodeo Assoc. in honor Gardens Cemetery in Liver- heart that loved others more Dec. 12, 1922 - May 8, 2013 Renee T. Lee newspaper ad clean up_newspaper ad 1 11/1/12 12:52 PM Page 1 than himself. C.J. was funny, of Darlene Excell. to the 1917-2013 more. Darlene was a resident of Livermore Junior Rodeo Livermore native Renee witty, and influential. C.J. Livermore and the Ranch- will be remembered as a Association , P.O. Box 1173, passed away May 8, 2013 ing community for over Livermore Ca. 94551 leader, risk-taker, and all- 50 years, previously living at the age of 96. She was around loveable kind of guy. At the rising of preceded in death by her in Palo Alto and Los Altos the sun and at its going C.J. is survived by his Hills. A loving wife, mother, loving husband, Kelly Lee, down we remember her. and her beautiful daughters, On-Call parents: Carl and Jessica grandmother and friend, she At the blowing of the Martindale, of Murphys, was known for her words of his sister: Cheree Munoz, encouragement, her warm Cleanup! of Murphys, and his fiancé: smile, and her unconditional Nicole Hart, of Oakley. love. Darlene never met a A celebration service was stranger she couldn’t share held Friday, May 10th, at a story with. She loved her Sunset Community Church, home in the hills but was a Livermore, Ca.

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The Livermore Aquacowboys swam at the 'Pacific The Livermore Mystics 8th Grade AAU Girl's Basketball team Livermore Fusion U12 girls' Isabella LaRosa makes a Swimming, 2013, 10 and under championships hosted competed in the Modesto Magic Mother's Day Tournament. move under pressure against an HSC Bolt opponent. by Sunn Swimming. The meet was held April 28, 2013 The team competed in the JV division, which is two levels up at the Sunnyvale Swim Complex. Representing the from their normal division. After two hard fought games and The Fusion U12 girl's Maroon team remains in first place in spring league play. Livermore Aquacowboys were Minh-Nha Kawamura (8), two victories the Mystics 8th grade team found themselves Daiki Nishikawa (10) and Taber Da Costa (10). in the championship game against a team made up of high A's, Hayden Druba went 3 for 3 with 2 Yankees' offense was led by Riley school sophomores. The players battled the entire game but RBI's and made two outs while playing VanTrease and Andrew Haley with pitches and deposited frozen ropes into 4. After the Falcons picked up two in a victory was not in the cards. Placing second in this division first base. Andrew Rodgers also went 3 solid singles. left center, notching four RBIs. Scotty the 500, Amador gained two in the for 3 with a base hit up the line, driving Giants 11, Phillies 2: The last Lineweber was a vacuum in center 200 free relay. was a sign of how much progress this team has made this in a run in the final inning. game under the lights for the 2013 field, preventing extra bases on four Trailing 74-66 and running out of season. Players are (back row Left to right) Alexandra Kerin, A's vs. Rockies: For the A's, season awakened the bats of the Gi- occasions. Scotty also had a key single events, the Dons needed a big perfor- Thomas Harris was a hitting machine. ants. Ethan Vincent led the attack with in the third that scored two runs. Gavin mance in the backstroke and got it from Kiara Steinhorst, Megan Sciascia, Katelyn Johnson, Taylor He went three for three in a coach a single and a soaring double over Bates, Dom Franco and Luke Schwarz Kirsten Brand who finished first, but no Peterson, Alexis Rivera, Kassidy Runestrand, Shannon Kai, pitched game bringing in 2 RBI's and the right fielders head. Contributing continued their dominance at the plate other Don could finish above fifth so Jessica Stahl; (middle row) LeRhae Sanders; (front row) was a standout on defense. Jake Sekany to the hit parade were Logan Finch, with 12 total hits—six for extra bases. Amador dropped, you guessed it, two hit the ball hard at all 3 at bats, ending Cameron Stephenson, Ryan Escover, Jack Robbins made a diving tag out to points farther back. The same scenario Madissen Taylor, and Madeline Hyde. 3 for 3 with 2 doubles and 3 RBI's. Ian Rasmussen, Grant Borjon, Josh get a runner at third in the third inning. played out in the final individual event Giants vs. Cubs: The Cubs and Collum, Diego Wilde and Joey Katen. Thomas Cooper had a base clearing with Chung winning the Breaststroke the Giants played a fantastic game The Phillies kept the pressure on the triple in the first to set the game’s and Amador losing two points. With of coach-pitch baseball. The Giants Giants throughout the game leaving tone. The Giants have 13 wins on the the deficit 12 points, the Falcons had had great fielding and showed some the bases loaded in the 1st and second season with two games to play. They the meet in hand before Amador gained excellent hustle. For the Cubs, Chaz innings. The third inning, the Giants' continue to dazzle Tri-Valley fans six points in the 400 free relay. Patterson hit a double in the second defense was solid with a great catch fortunate enough to see them in action The Amador Valley JV Girls swim- inning scoring two RBIs and recorded from Sawyer Demarest and an inning at Max Baer Park. ming and diving team used their depth two outs playing first. Elias Ferran ending double play, Grant Borjon to and talent to dispatch cross-town rival went 3 for 3, earned 3 RBIs, Ryan Escover to Jordan Collum. Ian Foothill without difficulty 127-59. Diamondbacks vs Cubs: The Rasmussen closed out the game with Amador Swimming The Dons finished first in seven of the Diamondbacks played a great game a solid pitching display. Jason Chen posted a pair of first nine individual events. No swimmer against the Cubs. The Diamnondbacks A's 0, Phillies 9: Seth Davis and place finishes to lead the Amador finished first in more than one event. had several impressive plays and Grant Blockley provided some excite- Valley High School varsity swimming The Dons also swept a pair of events. showcased exceptional defense. For ment in the 5th inning with a single and and diving team to a 109-71 victory The sweeps came in the 200 free the Cubs, Talan Yorn had 2 amazing a ground rule double. But it was not the over cross-town rival Foothill. Chen where Ashley Person, Cynthia Tien, singles and earned 1 RBI. Graham A's day as they were only able to log won the fly and breaststroke events and Francesca Milana went 1-2-3, and Shawler played an outstanding game 4 hits. While the defense racked up 7 for the Dons. in the 100 free where Rachel Bench, with 2 singles, 3 RBI's, and a home run. errors and allowed 8 walks. Matthew Chen was far from the only first Lucy Bell, and Jacqueline Wood all got Pitcher Justin Pastorius was impressive Reddick went 4+ strong, allowing 0 place finisher for Amador. In a meet to the wall before any Falcons could on the mound. runs on 3 hits and 2 walks. Dillan where the Dons quickly established do so. Wood and Bench also went Martinez came in to close, allowing their dominance, Amador got a first 1-2 in the breaststroke. Bell went 1-2 only 1 hit while recording 4 strikeouts from Anthony Jhong and a third from with Rebecca Pollitz in the 50 free, in 1 2/3 innings. Reddick was solid at Alex Gilchrist in the IM, and Cameron and Kaitlyn Schnierer and Sophia Livermore Girls Softball the plate as well, going 3-3 with an RBI Livermore Girls Softball Associa- Kurotori and Kevin McLaughlin fol- Holbrook did the same in the fly with and 3 runs scored. Logan Greenough lowed that with a 1-2 in the 50 free. Morgan Werder finishing fifth. The Livermore Fusion U11 Girls Black team came together for tion scores: also came up big with a clutch 2 RBI The Dons final two first place U8: Lady Sharks vs. Pretty After Chen won the fly, Bryan a strong 3-0 win over Benecia Arsenal FC Yellow on Saturday. double in the 5th inning to put the Hughes took the 100 free and RJ Scott, finishes were in diving, where Lauren Pumpkins: Pretty Pumpkins were led game away. Jordan Reznick, and Michael Brooks Kobayashi topped the field, and in the Both the offense and defense played well. The 3 goals were defensively by Jenn Morrison, Dakoda Farm: Giants vs. Orioles: The followed with a 2-3-4 in the 500 free. 500 free where Baily Beanland got to scored by Hannah Goodman, Audrey Fenner, and Alejandra Hood and Kate Hankins; Standout Giants played superbly in all aspects Nick Johnston recorded Amador's the wall first. Offensive players: Brianna Yen, Bella of the game. They were led on offense other first place finish leading a sweep The Amador Valley JV boys Juarez. Pictured are Coach Isaac Robledo, Valeria Bond, Rivalie, and Anabella Pedretti by Gavin Bates (four doubles—three of the backstroke with Hughes and swimming and diving team dominated Alejandra Juarez, Shae Hill, Kelsey Brumm, Hillary Huff, to the wall), Luke Schwarz (three Scott going 2-3. Foothill by a 150-40 score. The Dons Kylie Neubauer, Audrey Fenner, Alysia Greer, and Hannah doubles—one a laser beam that The Amador Valley High School finished first in every event and went Granada Little League bounced over the left field wall), varsity Dons kept it close for the 1-2 or better in nine of 12 events. Goodman. Missing from the picture Lindsey Sutton. Granada Little League results: Thomas Cooper (batting in the clean- duration of the meet but, in the end, Sam Sornsen and Chris Azuma Minor A: Cardinals 8, Yankees up spot laced an opposite field, base they couldn't quite close the gap and started the meet out on a good footing was very focused making nice contact Rangers: Justin Pestana pitched 2 in- 0: A great job of hitting and excellent clearing triple), and Jack Robbins (four dropped a 96-90 decision to cross-town for the Dons by going 1-2 in the 200 with the ball for a couple of great hits nings only allowing 1 run and striking defense by the Cardinals led to another sharply hit balls—two for extra bases). rival Foothill. free. Alec Gauthier and Tom Sornsen Red Sox vs. Pirates: Another win out 5 batters. Collin McDowell was 2 exciting game. For the Cardinals, Cody Dominic Franco stroked four singles The Dons' divers Lauren Hall, and followed up by doing likewise in the for the Red Sox with the game ball for 2 bringing in 3 runs. Julian Quigley Johnston played an outstanding game. and played a gritty second base. Joe Morgan Fiske went 1-2 to give the IM. After Eric Li won the 50 free, Evan going to Joshua Nixon. Joshua was had a great day pitching not allowing He racked up three RBIs on two hits. Cooksey called a good game behind swimmers a six point lead to start with, Lee and Gauthier went 1-2 in the fly. an HR away from the cycle, he threw any runs in the 3rd inning and getting He also did an excellent job on the the plate and contributed with two but the Falcons eliminated that quickly, Sam Sornsen recorded his second a runner out at first from right field, the ball to 1st base for 2 outs. Thomas mound and held the Yankees hitless key hits. Ava Schwarz made a terrific going 1-2 in the medley relay. In the first place finish of the day in the 100 and struck out 3 of 5 batters in the 5th McKnight hit a powerful right field line over the last inning, with no earned backhand stab at the pitcher’s mound first individual event of the meet the free and was followed to the wall inning to close out the game. Kytler drive bringing in an RBI and advancing runs, walked none and struck out and twirled to her left, firing a strike two teams split the points with Kirsten closely by Li who finished second. Green also had a terrific game. Kytler to 2nd base on throwing error. Joseph three. There was great pitching by the to first base. Lukas Cusimano knocked Brand finishing second for Amador. Jeff Wang and Parth Subramanian pitched the 2nd inning striking out all Mifsud was 2 for 2 on the day scoring Cardinals as Parker Warner started the down several balls at third and mid- The Dons fell behind 36-26 after recorded another 1-2 for Amador in 3 batters. Kytler only threw 13 pitches. 2 runs and bringing in an RBI. For game hot, Alden Schwartz carried the field and Natneal Leary thumped to the IM despite Eva Chung's second the 500 free, and Wang, Lee, and Ben The Pirates also had a good showing. the Yankees: Shane Waechtler hit a torch, passing it to Hayden Borg who ropes into left center for hits late in the place finish, but gained two points Oliver got the Dons only sweep of the Kyle Johnson received the game ball notable double. Gio Fuentas had a great turned it over to Johnston. Cardinals game, when they were most needed. back when Iris Brand and Lily Gribbel day in the next event, the backstroke. for excellent plays in the field includ- offensive day hitting a single. Colby also had great defensive plays during Giants vs. Red Sox: The Giants went 1-3 in the 50 free. For the rest of In the final individual swimming ing catching not one but two fly balls. Cairel also showed his skills with an the game. Borg made a fantastic snag continued their streak of lights-out the meet, up until the final event, the event of the day, the breaststroke, Perry Ben Rho had an excellent day on the impressive single. and throw at third in the first inning. In play against the Red Sox last week- two teams would continue to trade two Jia and Josh Cole went 1-2. Shawn mound throwing the heat in the zone. Diamondbacks 7, Rangers 6: For the third, the Yankees were threatening end. Conner Raridan muscled up on a point differences. Foothill gained two O'Hare finished first in diving to round Diamondbacks vs. Giants: The the Rangers, Julian Quigley scored with runners on 2nd and 3rd with two fastball in the third inning and crushed in the fly and Amador picking up two out Amador's first place finishes. D-backs' second baseman, Thomas a run and drove in an RBI. Jacob outs when Hudson Lehew made a great a pea-rod into left center that scored in the100 free when Iris Brand, Anna Schnapp, made a great play for an out. Hutchinson hit a sacrifice ground ball catch of a tough pop up behind the bag two Giants. Alex Maciel turned on two Parker, and Caitlyn Plattel went 2-3- Jacob Kelleher, continued the hold on to bring in an RBI and later scored at first base. The Yankees played hard runs with a remarkable play at first. when he stole home in the 3rd inning. and made many excellent plays. Nikki Diamondbacks' pitcher Larry Wisely Anthony Molleson slid under the Pietro and Collin Scott were standouts had a remarkable day on the mound tag stealing home in the 6th inning. pitching. Nathan Blanton contributed with a two inning 18 pitch effort. The Gavin Powers played great defense a lot to the team by making some Giants' Matthew Ludwig had two nice as catcher and offensively scored two great defensive plays. Jake Walton runs, one which he stole home. For was a standout player and played an Wings of Freedom Tour hits and scored two runs for his team. Jacob Woods was the Giants' MVP the Diamondbacks, Joshua Kim had 2 all around great game on offense and for making an incredibly stealth base RBIs and Ryan Kelly had 2 runs and defense. steal and sliding into third right in 2 RBIs, including the hit that brought Athletics 5, Diamondbacks 1: Joey the nick of time. However, it was the in Joey Gomez for the winning run in Keeler was awarded game ball as he Diamondbacks who secured a win, the bottom of the 6th inning. Jeffrey singled sharply in his only at-bat, was with Michal West's incredible out of Patterson got two outs on pop flies. outstanding behind the plate and at the park grand slam. Niles Moy got the game ball for his first base and showing great leader- A's vs. Giants: For the A's, Nathan hard work and improvement through- ship on the field. Lucian Wolf struck Hernandez brought in 4 RBI's. Guy out the season. out 3 batters with his great fastball in Gates made a great defensive play in Giants 5, Yankees 10: Matt Fiedor the top of the 1st. It was a hit parade the outfield. Both boys received the of the Yankees got the win pitching a in the bottom of the inning as the A’s game balls. The whole team played perfect 4 innings, backed by some great scored all 5 of their runs. Adrian Vargas well and are really having some fun defensive plays by Cody Franco, grab- legged-out a single to start the inning out there. What a comeback for the bing 2 fly balls as well as making an and was followed by a double by Gavin little Giants. After being down in the out at 2nd base. The Yankees' bats were Benitez. Lucian knocked them both in first few innings, MVP Ray Castillo hot early on in the game, with Shaun when he hammered a double to center got things rolling with a couple of Smith hitting a double and Giovanni and scored after a single to right by nice solid hits. Castillo and teammate Fuentes getting a hit and eventually Ozzy Cervantez (2 hits on the day) Nathan Nagengast then managed a stealing home. The Giants fought back and a long double to right by Marco Come on out people! couple of steals and scored some runs during the 5th and 6th inning scoring Wilde. Consecutive sharp singles by for the Giants. Braden Illingworth did 6 runs on hits from Gabriel Emfinger, Ashton Baswell and Connor Rosales a great job at pitching to stop the A's Michael Turpin and Grady Harris. plated the last 2 runs of the inning. ‘An Keep ‘Em Flying from growing their lead and had a dar- Rangers 9, A's 7: For the Rangers: Ashton alertly backed up a grounder ing catch to close out an exciting game. Anthony Molleson made his pitching to 3b in the 2nd inning and made the D-Backs vs. Pirates: The D-Backs' debut, striking out 7 batters in 3.5 putout himself. Ozzy worked himself pitcher Tommy Wisely III had an innings. Justin Pestana had a great of- out of the jam by striking out the final impressive two inning 19 pitch out- fensive game hitting two amazing line 2 batters of the inning. Noah Olivier ing. D-Backs' Coby Elola, Cameron drives and scoring two runs. Joseph led off the 2nd with a hard single and Angotti and Jacob Kelleher all chalked Mifsud had two strong hits bringing in was followed by Joey’s shot to the up RBI's off of their big league swings. two RBI's and scoring a run. Thomas right side. Wyatt Krauss was robbed Diamondbacks' Michal West hit his McKnight smashed the ball into right of a base hit when he hit a line drive first home run of the season. The Pirates field bringing in an RBI and scoring a laser at the pitcher in the same inning. had a great show at the mound with run. For defense, catcher Gavin Powers Marco was effective on the hill with 2 pitcher Graedon Beeler. On defense threw to shortstop Caelob Stimpson strikeouts, and was helped by the hustle for the Pirates, Ben Rho threw a batter twice getting base runners out that of right fielder Tyler Fritz backing up out at first for a key out in the inning. were trying to steal 2nd base. 1b on an errant throw. Marco made a The Pirates' game ball went to Xavier Yankees 9, Diamondbacks 5: The running basket catch of a pop-up at Armas who hit a ball deep into left field D'backs scored first with a 3 run first shortstop in the top of the 4th. Adrian for a 2 RBI double and made some inning, with Michael Anolin scoring struck out the other 2 batters he faced great plays at first base and catcher. The the first run. The Yankees came back to close out the game. Diamondbacks brought on their "A" with 4 runs of their own to take the Phillies 7, Rangers 3: The visiting game with doubles by Hayden Henry, lead, led by great hitting by Shaun Phillies were up to bat first. Tommy Tommy Wisely III and Michal West. Smith (a single that he turned into a Chance started the game off with a With the D-Backs working together triple). Tyler Blue was 2 for 3 on the single. Luke Palma was up next and they were able to pull off some great day, hitting 2 line drives to right field, advanced Chance with a powerful defensive plays. Second baseman helping the Yankees keep their winning single. Christian Clouser came through Coby Elola and Larry Wisely shutdown dreams alive. The Yankees played with a single to score Chance. Harman a run at first. Jacob Kelleher, Thomas tough and only allowed a single run by Dhillon came in to pitch. Dhillon Schnapp and Dominic Gozzo threw the DiamondBacks. The Yankees went held the Rangers to one run. Adam some great strikes from the mound. up on top for good in the 2nd inning by Laurence pitched the second inning. With bases loaded and not being shy scoring 2 of their own. The game then The Phillies and Rangers were score- in the batter's box, James Theberge, turned into a defensive battle with Dia- less in the second inning. Keith Purvis Michal West, Tommy Wisely III and mondbacks' pitchers Jeffery Patterson started the third inning with a single. Hayden Henry chalked up RBI's. recording 4 strikeouts. Shaun Smith of Dhillon hit a single to keep the rally Red Sox vs. A's: The entire Red the Yankees had an excellent all around going. Palma hit an RBI single to score Sox team contributed. Game balls went game, making 4 infield catches for 4 Dhillon. Cole Carnahan tripled to score to Daniel Vergara and Ty Clappin. outs. Shane Waechtler also grabbed Chance and Palma. Clouser singled to Daniel had a great night on the hill in 2 out of the air to help propel the score Carnahan. Elliott Hall was on his second game as a pitcher fanning Yankees to the victory. Joey Gomez the mound in the third. Hall held the 3 of 5 batters faced. He also made a held the Yankees with solid pitching, Rangers to two runs. Dylan Lee started great play at SS. Ty had a terrific game giving the Diamondbacks' bats time to the fourth with a single. Laurence hit a as well. Ty hit his first home run of the regroup. The Yankees' pitching staff huge RBI double to score Lee. Purvis year and was responsible for 4 solo were the real heros keeping things in singled to score Hall. outs in a row playing at 1st. For the reach, so kudos to Matt Fiedor, Josh AAA Division: Yankees 0, A's A's, Guy Gates played well on offense, Fiedor and Ty Wetzel. 12: The A's defense and offense could while Carlos Flores turned in a solid A Division: Dodgers vs. A's: For hardly make a mistake. Top defensive effort on defense. the Dodgers: Dominic Hurtado made A's players were pitcher Ryan Juric AAA Division: Giants 5, Dia- an excellent out at first base in the with 6K, Cooper Meyer, who caught mondbacks 4: Giants' pitcher AJ second inning. Jesse Trinta had three 3 low fast flies, and Ian Silveira, who Moore had an outstanding day on the strong hits with runners batted in. tagged an opponent on second base. mound. He pitched 4 and 1/3 innings For the A's: Owen Swanson played Almost every player on the A's got with 11 strike outs and no runs allowed. excellent in the field and teammate Cal a hit. Top offensive A's players were The Giants' offense was alive with Duarte connected for several nice hits. Ryan Juric with two triple hits, Noah Christian Grenier, Garret Gomes and Dodgers vs. Giants: For the Dodg- Van Atta with a double, and Nick Michael Turpin recording a RBI Single ers: Nate Keaney caught two pop fly Lyndon with 3 runs scored. each. Aiden Follis pitched 3 scoreless balls and made a nice out at third A's 11, Rangers 9: In a very com- innings for the Diamondbacks. Austin base. Grant Scharnhorst slammed four petitive game, the A's played a strong Statham stood firm at catching and doubles, one in each inning.For the defense and offense to come from be- Joey Gomez made a great play from Giants: Aiden Bessolo played a great hind for the win. Top defensive players second base to Aiden Follis at home defensive game with two outs. Joe included pitchers Ian Silveira (6K) for an out at the plate. Montoya had a great offensive game and Ryan Juric (4K). Max Silveira Rangers 8, Giants 1: For the with a line drive double. made two outs on first with one assist Rangers: Justin Pestana was a rock Giants vs. A's For the Giant's, from Hunter Houghton. On offense, on the pitchers mound only allowing Matthew Stahl had a great offensive almost every player collected a hit. one run when he pitched a complete game and Aiden Bessolo had a great Top offensive players were Cooper game. Brayden Nunes smashed the defensive game with multiple outs at Meyer and Ryan Juric. The Rangers ball into center field bringing in an first base. For the A's Noah Jacobs his fought back hard. Their top defensive No reservations needed for walk-through tours. RBI and later stealing home. Anthony great defense at third with unassisted players were Ben Morrisroe, Mike Molleson caught a high pop-up at short. double play. Jack W. Hansen for his Christian, and Andrew Bates. Their top See us online for times, directions and details. Thomas McKnight caught a pop-up in defense while pitching. offensive players were Mat Rocheleau Scan code to see video of aircraft and more left field and skillfully threw to 2nd Giants vs. Padres: For the Giants, and Kyle Drobick. baseman Julian Quigley for a double Tyler Laymon connected for three Majors: Cardinals 10, Yankees information. Also landing in: Vacaville 5/29 - 5/31, play. Julian Quigley had a great day incredible hits, including two doubles 0: The Cardinals' Zack Clark with 7 of hitting with a perfectly placed bunt to lead the Giants. Aiden Bessiolo K's, pitched a two hit shutout over 4 Sacramento 5/31 - 6/2, Santa Rosa 6/5 - 6/7 and and a notable double. Joseph Mifsud recorded three unassisted outs at first. innings. Zack Macintire recorded 3 K's had the crowd cheering when he stole For the Padres, Tristan Weed recorded in the last inning to lead the Cardinals Concord 6/7 - 6/9. Go for a flight! Incredible! home. For the Giants: Cooper Wilcox a great out at first and Tyler Lahowe over the Yankees. The Zack attack had an impressive hit in the 4th inning. was responsible for some some out- was helped by teammates Cameron Michael Turpin lead off the 6th inning standing hits. Schrader with 2 doubles and 3 RBI's For FLIGHT RESERVATIONS or questions call: and scored the Giants' only run. T-Ball: A's vs. Diamondbacks: and Zachary Clark with 2 doubles. Rangers 12, Yankees 4: For the The teams played their first coach The Yankees' pitcher Quinn Ayers, 800-568-8924 or go to www.cfdn.org pitched game of the season. For the 2K's, pitched four strong innings. The The Independent, MAY 16, 2013 - PAGE 11

LEGAL NOTICES Adopt a new best friend: MERCHANDISE NOTICES/ANNOUNCEMENTS REAL ESTATE FOR INFORMATION TVAR, the Tri-Valley Animal 155) NOTICES Inland Valley Rescue, offers animals for 115) ESTATE/ GARAGE/ PLACING LEGAL YARD SALES Publishing Co. NOTICES adoption every Saturday “NOTICE TO READERS: California law requires that Client Code:04126-00001 Call 925-243-8000 and Sunday, excluding most PRIMA MULTI-FAMILY Re: Legal Notice for holidays. On Saturdays from GARAGE SALE contractors taking jobs that FICTITIOUS BUSINESS total $500 or more (labor Classified Ads 9:30 am to 1:00 pm, dogs are Saturday, 5/18 The Federal Fair Housing NAME STATEMENT and/or materials) be licensed available at the Pleasanton 8:00AM - 2:00PM Act, Title VII of the Civil FILE NO. 476882 by the Contractors State Farmers Market at W. Angela Located between Rights Act of 1964, and state The following person(s) License Board. State law and First Streets. Two loca- 18 Cascata Ct & 68 Alden Ln law prohibit advertisements doing business as: BTP - also requires that contractors tions will showcase cats only: Household items, Rugs, for housing and employment Bryan Thomas Productions, include their license numbers Petsmart in Dublin from 12:00 Exercise equipment, that contain any preference, 20 South L Street, Liver- on all advertising. Check your to 4:00 and the Pet Extreme Toys, Books, Fishing limitation or discrimination more, CA 94550, is hereby contractor’s status at www. in Livermore from 12:00 boat & lots more. based on protected classes, registered by the following cslb.ca.gov or (800)321- to 4:00. On Sundays, cats including race, color, reli- owner(s): 127) LOST/ FOUND CSLB (2752). Unlicensed Buyers Get the Home They are available at Petsmart gion, sex, handicap, familial (1)Bryan Thomas Fagundes, persons taking jobs less in Dublin from 1:00 to 4:00, TOYOTA KEY FOB status or national origin. 6175 Water Lily Common with plastic ukulele than $500 must state in their and Pet Extreme in Livermore IVPC does not knowingly #225, Livermore, CA 94551 Lost in Livermore near advertisements that they are Want by Making the Old New from 12:00 to 4:00. For more accept any advertisements (2)David B. Fagundes, 6751 Safeway, OSH, not licensed by the Contrac- information, call Terry at (925) that are in violation of the law. By Cher Wollard Morgan Territory Rd, Liver- 487-7279 or visit our website Trader Joes or Subway tors State License Board.” Between the quick pace of resales and the low inventory of new more, CA 94551 at www.tvar.org $50 REWARD This business is conducted Please call (360)422-7112 homes, the total stock of housing available for purchase in the Bay by Co-partners EMPLOYMENT Area has dropped to its lowest point since 2000. The registrant began to 65) HELP WANTED. This makes it tough for buyers to find property that suits their transact business under the fictitious business name(s) IMMEDIATE NEED- needs. listed above on April 4, 2013. RN POSITION: Ask those buyers what they want in a home, the number one Signature of Registrants Nuclear Care Partners is answer is “Newer.” :s/: Bryan Fagundes, Partner currently looking for a Yet newer comes with a price tag. This statement was filed compassionate, expe- with the County Clerk of rienced RN to provide Bay Area builders are experiencing such demand that in some Alameda on April 4, 2013. in-home support to seniors instances they have returned to lottery systems that were popular Expires April 4, 2018. in the Livermore/Dublin/ before the housing bust. The Independent Legal No. Pleasanton communities. Newer resale homes are in high demand too. Considering how 3451. Published May 9, 16, 23, 30, 2013. Full-time, benefits (Medical, little construction went on during the last five years, that should Dental, Vision) and 401K. not be surprising. While many resale homes are garnering multiple FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Competitive wages BOE. NAME STATEMENT offers, the bidding for homes built since 2000 is especially fierce, FILE NO. 477816 Serious and qualified ap- which drives prices higher. The following person(s) doing plicants can send resume Yet the inventory of new and newer homes does not always meet business as: Evans & Sharp today to: a buyer’s needs. Except for some of the more expensive projects, Beverages, 3443 Cumber- employment@nucle- newer developments tend to focus on homes two stories or higher land Gap Court, Pleasan- arcarepartners.com ton, CA 94588, is hereby or complete application on very small lots. registered by the following online at: So some buyers are taking a second look at older inventory. owner(s): www.nuclearcarepartners. Purchasing an older home is usually more affordable and may (1)Nicholas R. Evans, 1078 com. Canton Avenue, Livermore, have other advantages: CA 94550 (2)James M. 56) ADULT CARE • solid construction Sharp, 3443 Cumberland Independent Contractors • mature neighborhood Gap Court, Pleasanton, CA Wanted. Senior Home • walkable to downtown, shopping, transportation 94588 Health Care. Must have ex- • more likely to be a single-story home with a sizable yard for en- This business is conducted perience. Senior Solutions, by a General partnership Inc (925)443-3101. tertaining, gardening, even growing your own fruits and vegetables The registrant began to After purchasing an older home, buyers can remodel it to suit transact business under the BE WARY of out of area personal needs and tastes. fictitious business name(s) companies. Check with the listed above on N/A. local Better Business Bureau FHA even offers a special mortgage program that allows buyers Signature of Registrants before you send money or to borrow more than the price of the home to pay for certain renova- :s/: James M. Sharp, Partner fees. Read and understand tions. Called a 203 K, this product requires the homeowner create a This statement was filed any contracts before you sign. Shop around for rates. plan for the work and hire a licensed contractor to complete the proj- with the County Clerk of ect. For more information about 203 K loans, consult your trusted Alameda on May 1, 2013. TO PLACE A Expires May 1, 2018. CLASSIFIED AD mortgage specialist or ask your Realtor to refer you to someone. The Independent Legal No. Call (925)243-8000 So what would you do to give an older home a more contem- 3452. Published May 9, 16, porary look? 23, 30, 2013. According to the American Institute of Architect’s quarterly NOTICE of INVITING BIDS Home Design Trends Survey, the watch words are “functionality,” Notice is hereby given that sealed competitive bids will “sustainability” and “accessibility.” be accepted in the office of Homeowners and homebuilders alike are investing in open floor- the GSA-Purchasing Depart- plans with multi-functional rooms, energy efficiency and creating ment, County of Alameda, homes that allow residents to age in place. 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite 907, Oakland, CA 94612 They are less interested in luxury bathrooms and over-the-top NETWORKING BIDDERS kitchen remodels. CONFERENCES for RFP “Upgrades are out; functionality is in,” according to the survey #901020 Services to AB109 results. Clients North County–Tues- day, May 28, 2013, 2:00 In fact, the trend toward smaller homes, which we have seen p.m. at General Services across the United States for the past five years, means many of the Agency, Conference Room original bungalows and mid-century ranch homes that dot the valley 1107, 1401 Lakeside Drive, have the ideal footprint for creating a contemporary “new” home. Oakland, CA South Coun- “On the exterior, you see people removing that cultured stone ty–Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at Fremont from the ‘80s, or just going over it with a masonry product to give Public Library, Fukaya Room it a more modern look,” says John Daley of Level Construction B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Services in Livermore. “Then they add more hardscape to the yard, Fremont, CA Responses so it has a visual connection to the house.” Due by 2:00 pm on June 28, 2013 County Contact: Often that hardscape wraps through drought-resistant land- Kai Moore (510) 208-4882 scaping to create outdoor space that is attractive, environmentally or via email: kai.moore@ responsible and low-maintenance. acgov.org Attendance at Networking Conference is Inside, folks are knocking down walls to create open, flexible Non-mandatory. Specifica- floorplans with a sense of spaciousness. Among the more popular tions regarding the above choices: opening walls between the kitchen and adjoining rooms may be obtained at the Al- such as the family room or dining room. ameda County GSA Current Contracting Opportunities “You almost feel like you have a new house and it gives you more Internet website at www. opportunities,” designer Tony Slade told AngiesList.com recently. acgov.org. Homeowners who don’t want such a big project may instead 5/16/13 widen the passageways into rooms, or add deeper baseboards or CNS-2482663# THE INDEPENDENT Legal crown molding to give those eight-foot ceilings a greater sense No. 3453 of height. Changing flat interior doors for raised six-panels is an instant update. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT “And, of course, the popcorn ceilings generally are coming off,” FILE NO. 477195 Daley added. The following person(s) do- New flooring material is a mainstay of remodels, and wood ing business as: Platinum Kitchens And Design, 744 E. remains popular. But more renovators are opting for engineered Airway Blvd, Livermore, CA materials, rather than hardwood or laminate. 94551, is hereby registered “There’s some very good stuff out there, and it looks fantastic by the following owner(s): and it’s reasonably inexpensive,” according to Daley. Business Essentials, Solu- tions and Technology LLC, As with exteriors, folks are changing the looks of fireplaces, 34313 Larkspur Ct, Union using veneers of slate, tile or marble instead of cultured stone or City, CA 94587 painted brick. This business is conducted And just because people are scaling back their preferences for by a Limited liability company The registrant began to kitchens and bathrooms, doesn’t mean those rooms are not priorities. transact business under the “People are updating kitchens and bathrooms, using more of fictitious business name(s) today’s technology and fashion materials. Glass tile and things like listed above on 04/15/2013. that,” Daley said. Signature of Registrants In addition to glass mosaic tile, there are glass, stone and tile :s/: Farid Zakai - President This statement was filed composites that add texture and tie in well with stone or quartz with the County Clerk of countertops. Alameda on April 15, 2013. Back-painted, solid glass panel backsplashes are also showing Expires April 15, 2018. up, usually paired with sleek cabinetry. The Independent Legal No. 3454. Published May 16, 23, While granite isn’t going away we’re seeing more maintenance- 30, June 6, 2013. free quartz composite and recycled glass for backsplashes and FICTITIOUS BUSINESS countertops. NAME STATEMENT And in the kitchen, deep, single-bowl sinks in stainless or quartz FILE NO. 477822 composites. The following person(s) “The appliance world has all these new gadgets,” Daley noted. doing business as: Roya Afghan Cuisine LLC, 2020 Including induction cooktops, convection ovens, instant-hot faucets, First Street, Livermore, CA three-door refrigerators with the freezer on the bottom. 94551, is hereby registered Bathrooms are being remade for age-in-place functionality and by the following owner(s): beauty. The big trend is walk-in showers made of marble, granite, Roya Afghan Cuisine LLC, 38455 Bronsons St #118, quartz or glass tile, with expanses of frameless glass. Fremont, CA 94536 As for colors, you might paint the exterior in a deep, rich brown, This business is conducted beige or gray with not one, but two accent colors. by a Limited liability company Interiors are going bolder, neutrals with a pop of a brighter or The registrant began to transact business under the deeper color. Even wallpaper is making a comeback. fictitious business name(s) “People are trying to have fun with accent walls,” according listed above on N/A. to Daley. Signature of Registrants Aqua is the color of the moment. Not paired with pink as in the :s/: Abdul Yawary - President This statement was filed ‘50s, nor with salmon or peach as in the ‘80s, but with soft greens, with the County Clerk of yellows, grays, and spots of bright orange or red. Alameda on May 1, 2013. But before you start on all these fun projects, consider the basics: Expires May 1, 2018. roof, plumbing and electric. Get a roof inspection. Electric panels in The Independent Legal No. 3455. Published May16, 23, older homes may not suit the demands of a household with multiple 30, June 6, 2013. televisions, computers and various electronic gadgets. ANIMALS The dependable lifespan of galvanized plumbing is only about 2) CATS/ DOGS 40 years in areas like ours where the water is hard. Many folks are re-piping their homes with copper. ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for And while you are at it, you might want to get the sewer lateral adoption information contact Valley Humane Society at line inspected to ensure your line to the city sewer system is in (925)426-8656. Reserved for good shape. If tree roots are upending the driveway or sidewalks FERAL CAT FOUNDATION You Ad around the house, that’s a tip they may also be interfering with the Cat & kitten adoptions now sewer line. at the new Livermore Petco If you think an older home – already remodeled or awaiting your on Saturdays from 10:00AM touch — might be in your future, contact your local Realtor today. to 2:30PM. We have many Cher Wollard is a Realtor with adorable, tame kittens that have been tested for FIV & Prudential California Realty, Livermore. FELV, altered & vaccinated. We also have adult cats & ranch cats for adoption. PAGE 12 - The Independent, MAY 16, 2013

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Swingin’ Blue Stars of the USS Hornet Perform As Firehouse Hosts Memorial Weekend Show The Swingin’ Blue bers of the East Bay Blue Stars of the USS Hornet Star Moms who had sons return to the Firehouse Arts and daughters serving in Center in Pleasanton for the military. Initially, they their third annual Memo- began singing together to rial Day Weekend appear- relieve the stress of having ance. Featuring a back-up loved ones serving in Iraq swing band, this group of and Afghanistan, as well as four female vocalists has to entertain aging veterans become iconic in the Bay in the Bay Area. They Area and beyond for their selected their repertoire to USO-style performances demonstrate appreciation showcasing songs of the for veterans of all wars, 40’s and 50’s. This year’s while at the same time show is Sunday, May 26, at increasing public support 2:00 p.m. for troops currently serving Originally calling them- in combat. selves The Singing Blue Within a few years, their Star Moms, the group was high-spirited WWII style Swingin' Blue Stars ready to perform. founded in 2002 by mem- (continued on page 4)

Young Artists Featured Along with Valley Dance Theatre Ballerina/Choreographer and Livermore-Amador Symphony Youth Competition Winner Valley Dance Theatre performed, Pineapple Poll. expression of the story than will present its 2013 spring Valley Dance Theatre with the technical aspects repertory production, Ballet ballerina/choreographer, of ballet. I choreographed Masterworks, on Saturday, Sarah Marlett, has recreat- the piece to replicate her May 25, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. ed four of famous ballerina work as closely as possible and Sunday, May 26, 2013 Anna Pavlova’s most mem- and designed the costumes at 2:00 p.m. at the Bank- orable solos. Marlett, a to imitate her originals.” head Theater. St. Mary’s College senior, Marlett performs in the The theater is located at has performed with Valley Dying Swan segment of 2400 First Street in Liver- Dance Theatre for 10 years Pavlova Suite. more. and has also designed and Several of Ballet Mas- Dancers will perform constructed costumes for terworks’ pieces will be masterworks such as the company. She says, accompanied by the Pleas- Vitali’s Chaconne and “In the early 20th Century, anton Community Concert Katchurian’s Masquerade, Anna Pavlova strove to Band. Chaconne will be as well as new pieces by inspire a revival of roman- accompanied by Dublin American composer Leroy ticism in ballet. I believe High School student pia- Anderson. The program she knew that the audience nist, Vivian Sung, winner concludes with Arthur Sul- truly connects more with livan’s humorous and rarely the emotional and artistic Dying Swan by Sarah Marlett. (continued on page 4) 2 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 Pop and Country Star Juice Newton Plays Firehouse Arts Center Juice Newton has been Choice Award, Juice New- called a lot of things…the ton has had strings of top- “Queen of Hearts,” “Angel 10 hits since breaking into of the Morning,” and “The the business in the 1980s. Sweetest Thing,” all titles Juice started her career of some of her biggest hits. in Virginia Beach by sneak- She will play the Firehouse ing out of her window as a Arts Center in Pleasanton teenager to sing in coffee with her trio, including houses playing the guitar long-time musical collabo- her mother had given her rator Otha Young, on Fri- when she was thirteen. day, May 31, at 8:00 p.m. California soon called, Her performances in- where she started a folk trio clude her songs from coun- that played intimate club try, pop and rock, as well as gigs from the Bay Area to covers of artists as diverse Los Angeles. They began as Tom Petty, Buck Owens, featuring Juice as lead and Queen. The show is singer as they moved into one night only. Tickets are bigger venues. currently available online at She says they toured www.firehousearts.org, by and toured, and toured phone at 925-931-4848, or some more. In fact, she in person at the Firehouse was touring when she first Arts Center, 4444 Railroad learned she had a hit re- Avenue in Pleasanton. cord. Someone called them Winner of the Grammy on the road to tell them that for Best Pop Female, the radio stations were playing Academy of Country Mu- “Angel of the Morning” sic’s New Female Vocalist (continued on page 5) of the Year, and a People’s Juice Newton ‘Amplified’ Staged Performance and Open Mic Planned As Pleasanton Teen Poets Laureate Host Event at Firehouse Arts Center Pleasanton’s teen co-Poet the area. The event currently year term. Laureate Arany is Laureates are organizing features poetry, rap and mu- currently a senior at Amador their first big event, entitled sic performance, theater Valley High School, and "Amplified." It will be a improv and more. Highlights laureate Diana is a Foothill staged performance and open include members of the High School junior. Their mic evening showcasing a award-winning Creatures combined duties include re- variety of local teens. The of Impulse Improv team, citing poems at civic events show is set for Thursday, well-known local rapper Ja- such as ribbon cutting cer- May 23, 6:00-8:00 p.m., at cob Kleinberg, and up-and- emonies or dedications, and the Firehouse Arts Center, coming freestyle rapper Jay to plan and implement po- 4444 Railroad Avenue in Kim. Scheduled performers etry programming with the downtown Pleasanton. Ad- include members of The An- support of City of Pleasanton mission is $5 at the door. chormen from Amador Val- staff. The event is unique in that ley High School, poets from Any teen interested in it is a collaborative effort Foothill High School’s Teens signing up to perform may between both Amador Val- for Literacy, and members of still contact either Diana or ley and Foothill High School AVHS Writers Bloc. Arany: Arany Uthayakumar, organizations. The new The Pleasanton Teen Poet [email protected], co-laureates Arany Uthaya- Laureate selection commit- or Diana Fu, diana21.fu@ kumar and Diana Fu say tee currently chooses one gmail.com. that they are excited to pres- laureate from Foothill High ent this program embracing School, and one from Ama- both high schools as well as dor Valley High School to Pleasanton Teen Poet Laureates are available for interviews: Arany Uthayakumar, 925-399-5699, aranybarney@ other teen cultural outlets in occupy the post for the one gmail.com, and/or Diana Fu, 925-998-7788, [email protected]. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 3 Free Outdoor Concert Series 'Tuesday Tunes' and 'Friday Nights LIVE!' Doubles 2012 SEASON2013 Summertime Music in Downtown Livermore On Tuesday evening, and bands. Audiences music of Greek/Canadian 10, Michael McNevin & John Hammond June 4, 2013, the hot Latin doubled last year with an the Spokes, original Ameri- guitarist Pavlo, who takes A One-Man Blues Strike Force jazz and salsa rhythms of average of 400 attendees, cana, folk-rock, alt-country. the Bankhead Theater stage FRI MAY 17 8pm El Desayuno will mark many of them families with on Friday evening, June Schedule for free the return of an expanded children, flocking to the 28th. The original country “Friday Nights LIVE!” popular summertime series concerts each week. Some sounds of the Nitty Gritty concerts in 2013: June 7, Ode to a Joyous of free outdoor concerts bands, such as El Desayu- Dirt Band will entertain Fred McCarty Band, coun- 50th Season in the heart of downtown no, attracted nearly twice as audiences on July 7th, try, cowboy, Cajun, classic Livermore-Amador Symphony Livermore. “Tuesday many. The overwhelmingly followed by the return of rock; June 14, 2Endeavor, SAT MAY 18 8pm Tunes” and “Friday Nights positive feedback from the inimitable Preservation alternative rock; June 21, LIVE!” sponsored by the attendees, artists and local Hall Jazz Band on August Gabe Duffin Band, classic Livermore Valley Per- businesses has encouraged 9th, and contemporary rock; June 28, Blind Dog, Ballet forming Arts Center will LVPAC to expand this year, flamenco guitarist Ottmar contemporary acoustic Masterworks welcome 22 musical groups reviving “Tuesday Tunes,” Liebert, who makes his folk rock; July 5, KNR, Valley Dance Theatre playing 30 concerts on the a concert series started by sixth appearance at the pop, country and blues; MAY 25,26 7, 2 p m Shea Homes stage in front the Livermore Downtown Bankhead on August 28th. July 12, Evan Thomas & of the Bankhead Theater. Inc. in 2006 and held for Tickets for all remaining Papa's Garage, funky soul- The performances feature several years at the Flag performances in the 2012- ful blues; July 19, Stone Pete Escovedo everything from acoustic Pole Plaza at the intersec- 2013 LVPAC Presents Groove, classic rock; July Latin Jazz folk and Americana, to tion of First Street and S. season are available now at 26, Audio Illusion, classic Energizing Music with the soul, jazz, and classic rock Livermore Avenue the Bankhead Theater box rock, pop and blues; Aug. Legendary Percussionist and roll. Len Alexander, ex- office. 2, Volker Strifler, blues SAT JUN 1 7:30pm Free to the public, the ecutive director of LVPAC, Schedule for free roots with rock, jazz and concerts run from 6:30 to credits the community’s “Tuesday Tunes” concerts Latin rhythms; Aug. 9, The 8:00 p.m. each Tuesday and strong support for the in 2013: June 4, El Desa- Hummingbirdz, soulful Jane Monheit Friday evening beginning arts and for the Bankhead yuno, Latin jazz with salsa blues; Aug. 16, Rock on “Real Jazz Deal” Vocalist in June and continuing Theater in helping to make and soul; June 11, Audio Tap, classic rock and roll; WED JUN 5 7:30pm through mid-September. the expanded series pos- Illusion, classic rock, pop Aug. 23, The Hurricane Following the return sible. The LVPAC Presents and blues; June 18, Bones- Band, classic rock, blues The Quebe of El Desayuno for the series at the Bankhead Quigley, acoustic rock and and country; Aug. 30, El relaunch of “Tuesday Theater features artists and soul; June 25, Rock on Tap, Desayuno, Latin jazz with Sisters Band Tunes," “Friday Nights entertainers across a wide classic rock and roll; July salsa and soul; Sept. 6, Texas Fiddle with Three-Part Harmony LIVE!” opens on June 7th range of musical styles and 2, Volker Strifler, blues LVPAC Guitar fest Live, FRI JUN 7 8pm with the country rock sound genres throughout the year. roots with rock, jazz and opening weekend celebrat- RODEO WEEKEND of The Fred McCarty Band. The series has grown from Latin rhythms; July 9, The ing all things guitar; Sept. Don Edwards Their appearance coin- two dozen shows in its first Hurricane Band, classic 13, Frankie Bones & Fire America’s Country Troubadour cides with the 95th Annual year to more than 50 in rock, blues and country; Hazard, acoustic folk rock. SAT JUN 8 8pm Livermore Rodeo and kicks the current season with 58 July 16, The Humminb- All “Tuesday Tunes” off a weekend of country projected for the upcom- girdz, soulful blues; July and “Friday Nights LIVE!” western music inside the ing year. The success of 23, Slippery Road, classic concerts are free to the Livermore Bankhead that includes the this season, which saw a and contemporary rock and public with open amphithe- School of Dance sweet harmonies and fiery number of sold-out shows, blues; July 30, Blind Dog, ater seating and run from Summer Ballet & Jazz Recitals fiddles of the Quebe Sisters helps provide funding for contemporary acoustic 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on the JUN 15 11a m/3 p m Band, as well as the return “Friday Nights LIVE!” and folk rock; Aug. 6, Toucan Shea Homes Stage outside JUN 21,22,23 7/2p m of famed cowboy trouba- for the addition of “Tues- Jam, tunes from the 50s the Bankhead Theater in dour Don Edwards. day Tunes.” to 2000s; Aug. 13, David Downtown Livermore. “Friday Nights LIVE!” The expanded outdoor Correa and Cascada, Latin The Bankhead Theater Pavlo was introduced by LVPAC concert series means the guitar world music; Aug. is located at 2400 First Guitar Master of Flamenco and Latin Rhythms in 2011. The concerts have Bankhead Theater will 20, Lunafish, psychedelic Street in Downtown Liver- FRI JUN 28 8pm quickly become a popular be filled with music both rock of the 60s and 70s; more. To purchase tickets tradition. The series also inside and outside all Aug. 27, Max Cruise Band, for performances in the CALL CLICK supports the region’s artists, summer long. The LVPAC classic to current music; theater, call 925-373-6800 925.373.6800 bankheadtheater.org as booking preference is Presents series continues Sept. 3, Stone Grove, clas- or visit www.bankheadthe- given to local musicians with the rich Mediterranean ater.org. COME BY sic rock with an edge; Sept. 2400 First Street • Downtown Livermore 4 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

Pleasanton Library Presents Talk by Author of 'Rare Earth' Author Harry Marku dis- behind the assassination and life, having survived wars, cusses his novel Rare Earth why the Rare Earth minerals depression and want after at 7pm on Thursday, May are being sought with deadly risking their lives to escape 23, 2013 at the Pleasanton intent. Rare Earth weaves across the Atlantic to forge Public Library, 400 Old drama, high-tech anecdotes, a future in the New World. Bernal Ave, Pleasanton. fictional science, and social They were hard as nails, a There is no charge for conscience to create a novel trait well suited to surviving this event. Books will be modeled after those of Mi- the harsh and unforgiving available for sale and sign- chael Crichton. climate of Saskatchewan ing. Harry Marku is the pen and Manitoba. Drawing on Yakov, a maverick geolo- name of a local Livermore his workplace experiences gist, makes an extraordinary scientist working in the as well, Marku explores Rare Earth mineral find in fields of alternative energy, scientific and social themes the Canadian sub-Arctic whose novel is inspired in his book, such as the Kathleen Martens and Margaret Zhao guest speakers. and becomes an unwill- in part by the characters rejection of science as mere ing pawn in the hands of a and stories he experienced hypothesis and devaluation political cartel. His safety growing up in the Ukrainian of the human individual. relies on Robb, a promising der of a top-level politi- and Romanian immigrant The program is free and Book Group to Host Talk on young scientist protecting cian, the youthful analyst communities of the Western open to all. No registration US interests in the advanc- launches a quest to prove the Canadian prairies. Although is required. Book about China under Mao ing Rare Earth economies. link--instantly inserting him remotely settled and seem- For more information, Margaret Zhao will lead a book group at Lynnewood When Robb’s personal coin the crossfire alongside the ingly mundane, the people call the Pleasanton Library United Methodist Church beginning May 23 on her life story incidences connect Yakov’s beleaguered Yakov. To sur- of this dying immigrant Reference Department at growing up in China under Chairman Mao. discovery to the public mur- vive, he must prove who is culture were larger than 925/931-3400, ext 4. The book, Really Enough: A True Story of Tyranny, Courage and Comedy, is co-authored by Margaret Zhao and Kathleen Martens, both Pleasanton residents. It is the winner of Best Biography/Memoir 2012 from the Smart Writers Club to Present Awards to Students Book Lovers’ Sharp Writ Book Awards. Really Enough is available online through Amazon.com, or personalized au- The California Writers monetary awards and read the Desert by Kevin Yang; India to Me (Who Am I) by tographed copies are available through Lynnewood U.M.C., Club Tri-Valley Branch has their writings. 2nd - The Working Class Pondharshini Sadasivam; 4444 Black Avenue, Pleasanton. announced the winners of Fiction: 1st - A Shadow’s by Waverly Runion; 3rd - 3rd - Sunset by Alexandra nd Lynnewood U.M.C. invites the community to participate its 2 Annual High School Release by Jacob Smith; 2nd Time by Tchantz Ravazza; Gladchenko; Honorable in this opportunity to learn about Chinese history and per- Writing Contest. Students - Speak Out by Megan Chin; Honorable Mention - Foot- Mention - Helping Janet sonal triumph by both reading Zhao's memoir and meeting in grades 9-11 from twelve 3rd - Diamond Horizon by steps by Alison Spencer, His and The Three No’s, both by with the author. The group will be held for four weekly area high schools competed Lindsay Virgilio; Honorable Castle by Gautam Ramesh, Katie Chan sessions: May 23, 30, June 6, 13, at a choice of two times: for prizes in fiction, essay, Mention - Here Be Dragons Just One Year by Andrea For more information 10:00 am and 7:00pm. and poetry. A celebration of by Jonathan Dadgari, No- Ludwig, Obesity - Open ‘til about California Writers Small groups at Lynnewood UMC facilitate personal the winners will be held at 2 where by Lauren Furman, Midnight or Later by Joelle Club Tri-Valley Branch sharing and mutual understanding across cultures. The p.m., Sunday, May 19, 2013, Pizza and Psychiatry by Victoriano, Paranoid by Jes- contact Paula Chinick at church offers other book groups and bible study classes, at Towne Center Books, Seddon Malchoz, Wanderer sica Sher president@trivalleywriters. which also foster a sense of community and an exploration 555 Main Street, Pleas- by Waverly Runion Essay:1st - Oasis by Tif- org or visit www.trivalley- of one's beliefs. anton. Winning students Poetry: 1st - Sentry of fany Kwan; 2nd - What is writers.org. The book group will meet in the church youth room at will receive certificates and 4466 Black Ave., suite C, across the street from the aquatic center. Participants are asked to register by calling the church at 846-0221. They are encouraged to purchase and read the MEMORIAL WEEKEND book prior to attending the sessions. (continued from front page) swing repertoire gained a cemented their relationship performed many of the fan- group discounts available. solid following throughout with the famous WWII air- favorites that are included Tickets can be purchased DANCE the Bay Area. craft carrier-turned-muse- in their coming Firehouse online at www.firehouse- (continued from front page) On New Year’s Eve um in Alameda. In January Arts Center show, includ- arts.org, by calling 925- 2006, the group was the of 2011, their name was ing: In the Mood, Rum 931-4848, and in person at of the Livermore-Amador may be purchased online at opening act for the re-es- changed to “Swingin’ Blue and Coca-Cola, and The the Firehouse Arts Center Symphony competition www.bankheadtheater.org; tablished Glenn Miller Or- Stars (from Singing) of the Boogie-Woogie Bugle Box Office, 4444 Railroad for young musicians, by phone at 925-373-6800 chestra before an audience USS Hornet." Boy of Company B. They Avenue, Pleasanton. Box and Amador Valley High or in person at the theater of 1,400 big-band enthusi- Among many memora- mix saucy and romantic, Office hours are Wednes- School student violinist, box office, 2400 First St., asts and swing dancers on ble moments for the group jitterbug and jive, with lots day - Friday 12:00 noon- Daniel Song. Livermore. Box office the USS Hornet. Then in so far, was their perfor- of The Andrews Sisters 6:00pm and Saturdays Tickets to Ballet Mas- hours are Tuesday-Satur- May of 2007, the group of- mance at Pearl Harbor for nostalgia to boot. 10:00am-4:00pm, and terworks are $25 for adults day, 12 noon-6:00 p.m., ficially added “of the USS the dedication of the new Tickets are $12-$25, 2 hours prior to perfor- and $12 for students 17 and for two hours prior to Hornet” to their name, and Visitor’s Center. They with child, senior, and mances. years and younger. They show time.

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JUICE NEWTON (continued from front page) around the country. “We I wanted to re-define the tion for what it’s worth.” had no clue we had a hit on term. The American girl Juice credits her enthusi- our hands,” Juice recalls, isn’t so predictable any astic performances to the “but it sure made the next more.” philosophy of “owing your concert a ball to do, and Husband Tom Good- audience more than just the next one and the next speed is a nationally going through the motions. one.” ranked professional on the I go out there wanting They began recording polo circuit and manager of to have a good time, and first on RCA, then Capitol the San Diego Polo Club. making sure the audience Records, then again with Juice rides and plays polo does too.” RCA for a string of top in many charity events, The show is one night 10 country hits, including often singing the National only. Ms. Newton will be “Cheap Love,” “Both To Anthem before mounting available after the concert Each Other,” “Old Flame,” up. Her idea of a good to sign CDs and chat with and “Tell Me True,” to time is raising family, audience members. name a few. including keeping up with Tickets are $40, $45, The freshest serving of daughter Jessica, 13, and $50, with group discounts Juice is “American Girl,” son Tyler, 10. “Actually, available. Tickets can be her most recent album I’m always ‘on the road’ purchased online at www. with Renaissance Re- even when I’m supposed firehousearts.org, by call- cords, produced with Otha to be off,” Juice laughs, ing 925-931-4848, and in Young who joins her at the “driving to school, soccer, person at the Box Office, Acts One performers rehearse for opening of 'Alcatraz Realty Company' Firehouse show. “I wanted piano, drum, and horse rid- 4444 Railroad Avenue, the title ‘American Girl’ ing lessons.” Pleasanton. Box Office because, like America, A music critic said of hours are Wednesday - this project offers a lot to her, “Newton remains Friday 12:00 noon-6:00pm choose from,” Juice says, one of the most riveting and Saturdays 10:00am- Trinity Presents Faith Based Play “and like the changing performers in country 4:00pm, and two hours role of American women music, rocking on stage prior to the performance. Trinity Church’s drama returned to the prison, beat- Wiedenmeyer, Scott Ault, in business and society, and playing each emo- ministry, Acts One, will en and scarred. They soon Joseph Rojas, Sarah Dane, present a faith based spring realize that they can’t escape Scott Miller, Matthew Za- play entitled “Alcatraz Re- from this place, not without reel, Cynthia Zareel, Connor alty Company” on May 31st, help from the outside. Layton, Rodney Hale, Matt Self Guided Garden Tour to Raise June 1st and June 2nd. Will they make it out Stoebe, Lorin Jensen, Deb- Alcatraz prison, “The alive before it’s too late? bie Jalanivich, Tina Jensen, Funds for Valley Humane Society Rock," was closed when the - - Don’t miss this play’s and Evelyn Lawson. State of California, mired in conclusion. Performances are at Trin- Follow the love of ani- be planted along the route Tickets are also available a budget crisis of catastroph- “Alcatraz Realty Com- ity, 557 Olivina Avenue, mals down the garden path to meet tour participants for purchase with cash or ic proportions, seized the pany” is directed by Sara Livermore on May 31st at during the eighth annual and answer gardening ques- check only at the follow- opportunity for additional Stoebe who has a 30 year 7 pm, June 1st at 8pm and Hidden Gardens of the Val- tions. Other hidden gems ing Tri-Valley locations: revenue by selling the island history in community the- June 2nd at 6pm. ley, a benefit for Valley Hu- will be revealed along the in Pleasanton at Town & to the Petralucci family. In ater with many Southern Admission is free and mane Society (VHS). It will way, including working art- Country Veterinary Hospi- the play, the family converts California and Bay Area everyone is welcome. For be held on Sunday, May 19 ists and the Animal Lover’s tal, 923 Main St., Towne the rusty old cells into one- credits. Featured players more information call the from 10 am – 4 pm. The Boutique. Center Books, 555 Main St., of-a-kind luxury apartments. are Hannah Peacock, Emilie church at (925) 447-1848. self-guided tour offers a pri- Tickets are $35 per per- and Western Garden Nurs- Home, Sweet Home. . . . vate glimpse into ten lovely son and include program, ery, 2756 Vineyard Ave; in Or is it? A crooked real-estate gardens across Pleasanton. map, and directions. Tickets Dublin at Armstrong Garden There is an opportunity are available now at www. agent convinces several Center, 7360 San Ramon prospective tenants about to explore beautiful flowers, valleyhumane.org or Valley Rd.; and in Livermore at the glories of living in a con- trees and shrubs, decorative Humane Society, 3670 Ne- Alden Lane Nursery, 981 verted prison, including the fountains and statuary, and vada Street, Pleasanton. Ad- Alden Ln. maximum security benefit – architectural elements such mission to this rain-or-shine For more information which unbeknownst to them as gazebos, decks, outdoor event is non-refundable. on sponsorship opportuni- restricts their ability to leave kitchens, and more. Find out Show a ticket at Redcoats ties, please contact Melanie the island. They develop a just how that garden does or Handles Gastropub in Sadek at (925) 426-8656. plan that will set them all grow from Buzz Bertolero, downtown Pleasanton, and All tour proceeds benefit free, but first they must get the Dirt Gardener, second they will donate portion of the programs and services past the guards. One brave generation nurseryman and the bill back to VHS to help of VHS. volunteer makes the first TV personality. Buzz will the animals. attempt, but is captured and 6 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 Two Featured at Poetry at Ravenswood Event Wente Poetry at Ravenswood terly, and Banabe Mountain short story “The Audience.” Announces will feature Susan Kelly- Review, as well as several Her work has been included Concert DeWitt and Barbara Brauer anthologies, including Be- in numerous anthologies infor a Sun., May 19 reading. side the Sleeping Maiden cluding The Autumn House Line-up The City of Livermore and The Place That Inhabits An-thology of Contempo- and Poet Laureate Cher Wol- Us. With portrait artist Jack- rary American Poetry and The line-up for the 27th lard present the latest in a ie Kirk, she is coauthor of When She Named Fire: An season of The Concerts at continuing series. The event the nonfiction book Witness: Anthology of Con-tempo- Wente Vineyards open with will be from 2 to 4 p.m. with The Artist’s Vision in The rary Poetry by American Martina McBride on Wed., featured readings at 2 p.m. Face of AIDS (Pomegranate Women. Her poems have ap- Susan Kelly-DeWitt Barbara Brauer June 26. An open mic fillows after a Artbooks, 1996). Her full- peared in Prairie Schooner, Tickets go on sale May short break. length poetry collection, At New Letters, North Ameri- ary Award, the Bazzanella refreshments will be served. 19. Barbara Swift Brauer is Ease in the Borrowed World, can Review and many other Award for Short Fiction and Ravenswood is locatd at On Wed., July 10, Under a poet, a freelance writer was published this year by literary magazines. She has a number of Pushcart nomi- 2657 Arroyo Road in Liver- the Sun Tour 2013 will hit and an editor whose work Sixteen Rivers Press. She been featured on Writer’s nations. She is a member of more. the stage. The tour features has appeared in such jour- lives in San Geronimo. Almanac and Verse Daily, the National Book Critics For more information, Smash Mouth, Sugar Ray nals as Nimrod, West Marin Susan Kelly-DeWitt is and was the recipient of a Circle and the Northern check out www.livermo- and Gin Blossoms with spe- Review, The MacGuffin, the author of seven books Wallace Stegner Fellow- California Book Reviewers relit.com, or contact Cher cial guests Vertical Horizon Spillway, California Quar- of poetry plus an illustrated ship, The Chicago Liter- Association. Wollard at 925-824-4824 or and Fastball. Admission is $5. Light [email protected] Huey Lewis and the News bring the "Sports" Funds Sought to Help Restore 'Eye of Diablo' 30th Anniversary Tour to Wente on Tues., July 16. Save Mount Diablo has due to the west coast black- and services to restore the Counting Crows and the undertaken the restoration of out the day after the attack Beacon. Wallflowers perform Wed., the historic “Eye of Diablo," on Pearl Harbor in 1941. It The Mount Diablo Bea- July 17. the Beacon lit once a year was relit on December 7, con is the only one that An Evening with Chi- atop Mount Diablo by local 1964 by Fleet Admiral Ches- survives. cago is set for Mon., Aug. 5. Pearl Harbor Survivors to ter Nimitz to honor those In 1928, a navigation August 19 will feature honor those who gave their who served at Pearl Harbor. beacon was placed on the Chris Botti. lives at Pearl Harbor on It has been lit once a year Mt. Diablo summit. REO Speedwagon con- December 7, 1941. on December 7th since 1964 The Beacon was origi- cludes the season on Thurs., The group of volunteers by Pearl Harbor Survivors to nally lit by aviator Charles Sept. 12. is in need of $100,000 to pay remember those who gave Lindbergh in 1928. Concerts are performed for the necessary equipment their lives at Pearl Harbor. The Beacon was shut off at Wente Vineyards, 5050 For information, send an Arroyo Road, Livermore. email to BAnderson@save- Las Positas to Present For ticket information, mountdiablo.org or go to go to www.wentevineyards. Workshop for Nonprofits www.savemountdiablo.org com

The Las Positas College able for use at Las Positas College's Cooperative Col- Cooperative Collection will host a free workshop for lection Center. non-profit organizations The workshop will in- TVAR to Participate in Pet seeking funds from foun- clude a hands-on demonstra- dations, corporations, and tion of the Foundation Direc- Adoption Days grant-making public chari- tory Online, the Foundation Tri-Valley Animal Rescue will once again participate in ties. Center's top-tier searchable the fourth annual Maddie’s® Pet Adoption Days on June 1 The workshop will be database providing informa- & 2, 2013. TVAR will be at two locations: Stoneridge Mall held on Thursday, June tion on more than 91,000 in Pleasanton and PetSmart in Dublin. 13, 2013 from 1:30pm to grant makers and more than More than 200 shelters and rescue groups from eight com- 3:00pm in Building 2400, a million grant records. munities across the nation will participate in the adoption Room 2414. Registration is required The session will be led and available online at http:// event, which will place thousands of pets into their forever by Scott Ullman of the San grantspace.org/Classroom/ homes. Maddie's® Pet Adoption Days is America's biggest free pet adoption event. Photo - Doug Jorgensen Francisco Foundation Cen- Training-Calendar/Other- TVAR is a volunteer-based non-profit organization whose Cottage Preschool hosted a Mothers Day Lunch for ter. Offering tips and sug- Locations/Grantseeking-Ba- moms on May 9 and 10. The students performed a play gestions on how best to sics-2013-06-13-Livermore- mission is to end the unnecessary euthanasia of homeless CA. For more information, for their moms and held a fashion show. A poem was identify funding sources for animals. Last year alone, TVAR helped over 1000 animals non-profit organizations, contact Vicki Shipman at read by 4-5 year olds. The children thanked their moms get adopted into homes in the community. this workshop highlights the (925) 424-1355 or vship- For more information please go to www.TVAR.org for all their moms do for them. electronic resources avail- [email protected].

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"Gas" (colored pencil) and jersey by Karen Barry; "Rolling Along" (oil painting) by Bette Goosman.

Display Focuses on Bicycles

A display of art, photographs and poetry about bicycles and bicycling will be Photo - Doug Jorgensen on display May 11 through Livermore’s role in the 2013 included in the exhibition. Tri-Valley Socks held the annual Bras for the Cause walk and fundraiser over the June 30 at Prudential Cali- Amgen Tour of California. The public is welcome to weekend. Walkers raise money in pledges to help end breast cancer through research fornia Realty, 1780 First A variety of paintings, view the show during regu- Street, Livermore, in the and education. The downtown Pleasanton event raised money for the UCSF Helen colored-pencil drawings lar business hours, Monday Vine Cinema Plaza. and original shirt designs, through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Program’s Breast Oncology Program (BOP), The show, titled “Ev- Axis Community Health, ValleyCare Breast Cancer Services, and HERS Breast as well as photographs and p.m., or by appointment with erything Bicycles,” was poems by local artists and Wollard, 925 824-4824 or Cancer Foundation. organized by Poet Laureate writers, many depicting past [email protected]. Cher Wollard to celebrate Tour of California races, are

East Bay Regional Park District and Local Officials Dig the Dirt May 1

An extension of the Iron Director; Dawn P. Argula, Stanker, Office of Assem- Senator Mark DeSaulnier; value to the business com- Pacific (SP) Railroad right- Horse Trail in Pleasanton to Chief of Staff, Office of blymember Joan Buchanan; Don Biddle, Dublin Vice munity and major employ- of-way established in 1891 link the Dublin/Pleasanton Alameda County Supervisor Josh Huber, Office of Con- Mayor; Karla Brown, Pleas- ers like Kaiser Permanente and abandoned in 1977. In BART station with many Scott Haggerty; Dick Quig- gressman Eric Swalwell; anton Councilmember. and the other 4,000 workers 1998 a license agreement local destinations was offi- ley, Zone 7 Water Agency Satinder S. Malhi, Office of “This 1.5 mile trail seg- located at Hacienda Busi- was entered into by and be- cially started at a ceremony Board Member; Christy ment is of extraordinary ness Park, said East Bay tween EBRPD and Alameda held May 1 on the Kaiser regional Park District Di- County for the purpose of Permanente campus in Ha- rector Ayn Wieskamp. “It is constructing a trail within cienda Business Park. a significant investment in this right-of-way. Pictured near Iron Horse the green transportation of When completed, the Regional Trail are (from our community. And it is an trail will offer a continuous left): Beverly Lane, EBRPD excellent example of local multi-use pathway extend- Board Member; Ayn Wi- public agencies working ing from Martinez on the eskamp, EBRPD Board collaboratively towards a Carquinez Strait to the San Member; Jack Bastida, Of- common goal.” Joaquin County line near fice of Senator Ellen Cor- The paved pedestrian the Altamont Pass. This bett; Kristopher Kokotaylo, and bicycle trail link pro- trail is the second EBRPD Office of Alameda County vides a safe, non-motorized project funded by a $10M Supervisor Nate Miley; route for adults and kids U.S. Department of Trans- Robert E. Doyle, EBRPD to travel between schools, portation TIGER II grant, General Manager; Jerry homes, work and shop- hard-won with the support Thorne, Pleasanton Mayor ping. It is located primarily of East Bay congressional John McPartland, BART within the former Southern representatives. 8 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS Gray's colorful abstract art on and ceramics. For further informa- 7-10 p.m., James Nagel; May 18, Winery, 2443 Tesla Rd, Livermore. instrumental, 8 p.m. Sat., May 18, Livermore Art Association Gallery, display through June 30. Cuda tion please contact Thomasin 7-10 p.m., Northern Static; May This is a dinner event and raffle of Barbara Mertes Center for the Arts, located in the Carnegie Building, Ridge Winery is located at 5385 Dewhurst at (925) 216-7231 or 19, 4-7 p.m., Gave Duffin; May 22, Livermore Wine Country baskets Las Positas College, 3000 Campus offers art classes, unusual gifts, East Avenue in Livermore. [email protected] or visit 6:30-9 p.m., Erika Gersten; May 23, and much more. Pre-sale tickets Hill Dr., Livermore. 424-1100. painting rentals, art exhibits and Art in the Vineyard, Livermore Art http://childrensartclassesprojects. 6:30-8:30 p.m., BoSco Duo; May are $20, which includes dinner and Swingin’ Blue Stars of the USS Hor- information pertaining to the art Association Show at Wente Vineyard blogspot.com/ 24, 7-10 p.m., Amber McDonald; a glass of wine. Additional wine, net, Memorial Day show, May 26, field, 2155 Third St., Livermore. The Estate Winery and Tasting Room, Art Classes, For children, teens and May 25, 7-10 p.m., Papa's Garage; soda and water will be available 2 p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 gallery has been open since 1974 5565 Tesla Rd. Livermore; Sunday adults. Beginner to advanced. May 26, 5-8 p.m., Jimmy Ashley; for purchase. Guests will rock out Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. and is run as a co-op by local art- May 26, 2013, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 Drawing, painting, printmaking, May 30, 6:30-9 p.m., Jack Quigley; to music by the QuickFixx Band. firehousearts.org or 931-4848. ists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 p.m.. Art show, demonstrations, sculpture and ceramics taught by May 31, 7-10 p.m., Joey T. Benefit for the American Cancer Juice Newton, “American Girl” and p.m. For information call 449-9927. entertainment, wine tasting. highly experienced artist and art First Family of Chardonnay Cel- Society and Relay for Life. Tickets “Angel of the Morning” artist brings Plants and Bicycle Wheels, Gallery on the Green, new art show instructor, Thomasin Dewhurst. ebration Dinner, Wente Vineyards, are limited to the first 100 guests. her trio show to the Firehouse Arts Celebrate the importance of plants hosted by Pleasanton Art League. Weekday and weekend classes, May 23, 6 to 9 p.m. hosted by Please contact Susie Gazzuolo at Center on Friday, May 31, at 8:00 on our planet and their influence on 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 8, Wente Homeschool classes, Special fourth generation winegrower Philip [email protected] or contact p.m. Winner of the Grammy for nutrition, our lifestyles and sustain- Vineyards Event Center, 5050 Ar- classes during school breaks Wente. Sample pairing of Chardon- Cindy T at [email protected] Best Pop Female, the Academy ability. Local Livermore artists and royo Rd., Livermore. offered. Please phone (925) nay and wine country cuisine. in the Steven Kent Winery tasting of Country Music’s New Female children will celebrate the impact of The Contemporary Landscape, June 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ Indulge in four courses paired with room. Vocalist of the Year, and a People’s plants by decorating bicycle wheels 7 through July 19, 2013. Harrington hotmail.com for further info. Wente Vineyards Chardonnays. Dog Day Afternoon, Saturday, June Choice Award, Juice Newton has with creative plant themes. On May Gallery, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Piano and keyboard lessons, For $89 for Club Wente members, 1, 12:00 - 4:00pm; enjoy Dog Day strings of top-10 hits that just keep 18th the wheels will be displayed Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. Recep- children to adult. Beginner to early $109 nonmembers. Information, Afternoon at the Estate Winery with on coming. Firehouse Arts Center, by participating businesses in tion with artists, 7 to 9 p.m. Wed., intermediate level. Half-hour pri- 456-2405. your four-legged, furry friend. Wines 4444 Railroad Avenue in downtown downtown Livermore along the path June 12. www.firehousearts.org. vate classes or small group classes Wine Wednesdays, Livermore Valley available by the glass and bottle. Pleasanton. Tickets $40-$50, with of the Amgen Tour of California. offered. Twice-yearly recitals. wineries will be hosting "Wine No fee for event entry. For informa- group discounts available. Tickets Photographs of selected artwork MEETINGS/CLASSES Please phone (925) 216-7231 or Wednesdays" each Wednesday tion call 925-456-2305. Wente available at www.firehousearts.org, will be posted on the international Pleasanton Art League, Livermore email [email protected] through October. One featured Vineyards Estate Winery & Tasting 925-931-4848, or at the Box Office Fascination of Plants Day website Art Association, meeting 7:30 p.m. for further info. winery will be open from 5 to 8 p.m. Room, 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore. at the center. (http://www.plantday12.eu/news. Mon., May 20, Cultural Arts Build- PPL/Pleasanton Poetry League, to help guests "wine-down" from Pete Escovedo and his Latin Jazz htm#01-13). ing, 4455 Black Ave., Pleasanton. now meeting the 1st Thursday and the work week or just grab a taste MUSIC/CONCERTS Orchestra, June 1, 7:30 p.m. Art Happens, 2nd Thursday of each Engela Olivier-Wilson will present a 3rd Wednesday of each month of wine before going out to dinner in Music every Saturday in the tasting Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., month, 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown demonstration on how to create a 7:00 at The Corner Bakery Cafe in the Tri-Valley. Check for the winery room from 12 to 4; open every day Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Livermore. Art displays, poetry, representation painting of a Califor- Pleasanton. Join us as we challenge listings at www.lvwine.org. if the gate is open and for sure on org, 373-6800. entertainment, special events. For nia poppy fast and accurately using ourselves to poetically relay our McGrail Vineyards and Winery, Re- Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Stars of Tomorrow Harp Competi- the brochure go to www.bothwel- oils. No admission charge. thoughts, emotions and experiences lease Party Celebration, noon-4:30 11 to 5. Red Feather Winery, tion, winner’s recital, June 2, 2 lartscenter.org. Ukulele Circle in May, May 25th. through poetry. Become a member p.m. Sat., May 18, special tasting 5700 Greenville Rd., Livermore. p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Seasons of the Valley, an exhibit Sessions are 2nd and last Saturday & share your work - Contact Poetry- menu with 2 newest Cabernets: Information at 449-1871 or www. Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. of the art of Bettie Goosman is of each month from 12noon- [email protected] for more info Clone 8 and Clone 15. Live music redfeatherwinery.com firehousearts.org or 931-4848. displayed at The Purple Orchid 1pm at Galina’s Music Studio on Theme Challenges, Membership by Anthem Rocks, Olive Oil Tasting Blacksmith Square, music every Jane Monheit, jazz and cabaret, June Inn, 4549 Cross Rd., Livermore to located at 2222 Second St., Suite 2, & Opportunities. by Om Oliva, and Local Honey Saturday 3 to 6 p.m. in the court- 5, 7:30 p.m. Bankhead Theater, the end of June. Art can be viewed Livermore. Confirm participation by The Young Artists’ Studio has Tasting by Geraldz Honeybeez. yard, 21 South Livermore Ave., 2400 First St., Livermore. www. daily from 8am. to 6pm. For more calling (925) 960-1194 or via the openings in its 2013 Summer Ses- Brustrokes and Wine Notes, Livermore. bankheadtheater.org, 373-6800. information call (925) 606-8855. website at www.GalinasMusicStu- sion. Artist Peggy Frank welcomes painting class, 11-2, Sat., May 25, Tri-Valley Medieval and Renais- The Quebe Sisters Band, Texas fiddle Imagination Expressed, Pleasanton dio.com. Beginners are welcome. interested students ages 7 through Tickets are $50. Please purchase sance Collegium playing with three-part harmony, June 7, 8 Art League show at Museum on Bring some music to share with high school to sign up for a week tickets at www.brushstrokesand- session for amateur musicians, p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Main, Pleasanton. April 9 through the group. Ukuleles are available or more of small group instruction winenotes.com. 5600 Greenville Peter Maund, director. Mondays St., Livermore. www.bankheadthe- June 10. www.PAL-ART.com. for purchase. Small $5 fee to cover in art. Projects include all kinds of Rd., Livermore. 215-0717. 7:30–9:30 p.m. 7600 Dublin Blvd., ater.org or 373-6800. Fresh Works III: Annual Open Juried meeting costs. drawing, painting, printmaking and Murrieta's Well, wine component and suite 370, Dublin. $25. Information Don Edwards, June 8, 8 p.m. Exhibit. Harrington Gallery at Fine Art on Friday, 10 a.m. with sculpture. High school students food pairing, array of mustands and [email protected] or Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Art Critique & Coffee at the working on advanced portfolios are marinades paired with Murrieta's 925-424-1209 or 925-984-4395 Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Corner Bakery Cafe, Pleasanton welcome. Peggy has been working Well wine. Presented by Sommelier, Chris Bradley's Jazz Band ap- org or 373-6800. Admission is free, donations appre- Gateway Plaza. Professional, with young artists in the Livermore Dylan Arriaza with food by VinX. pears regularly at: The Castle Broadway Star of ‘Wicked’ David ciated. Works from 73 established Local and Emerging Artists of the Valley since 1980. For information 6:30 p.m. Thurs., May 16, $20 Rock Restaurant in Livermore/ Burnham, June 8, 8 p.m. Fire- and emerging artists using a variety San Francisco Bay Area. Contact about the summer art program or Silver Spur members; $30 non- on Portola Avenue-- the 2nd and house Arts Center, 4444 Railroad of media are on display through Claudette for more information 510 school year lessons contact her at members. Reservations, 456-2395. 4th Tuesday each month.. from Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehouse- Saturday, May 25. Gallery hours: 543-4776. (925) 443-8755 or email frank.a@ Murrieta's Well Tasting Room, 3005 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, full bar, arts.org or 931-4848. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from Figure Drawing Workshop, every comcast.net. Mines Road, Livermore. small cover. Pavlo, Canadian guitar master, 12-5pm; Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunset Sip and Shop at Livermore Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p.m. June 28 8 p.m. Bankhead Theater, p.m. Artists bring their own materials WINERY EVENTS Premium Outlets, 5 to 8 p.m. Thurs., May 16, Barbara Mertes 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Angela Johal Exhibit at the and easels. Open to all artists. Las Positas Vineyards, 1828 Wet- Thurs., May 16. $16 per person Center for the Arts, Las Positas bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Figurehead Gallery. "Emanations" Professional artist models (nude). more Rd., Livermore.Evening at the includes: 16 - 1oz tastes, a Liver- College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Led Zeppelin Concert Experi- explores the life of the “Nuclear No instructor. Students under 18 Vineyards, May 17, Live music by more Valley Wine Country glass and Livermore. 424-1100. ence, West Coast Performing Woman” that incorporates original need written parental permission Jesse Hendricks, dancing, individual event program. For tickets and more John Hammond, May 17, 8 p.m. Arts Presenters, June 29, 8 p.m. 60s vintage images and mixed to attend. Cost $20 per session. Pizzetta and glass of wine. Tickets information, please visit LVwine.org. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., media. They are reflective of her Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., are $30 for general public and $25 Participating wineries: Concan- Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. life growing up in a time when the Livermore. Coffee, tea and refresh- for Wine Club members. For more non Vineyard, Garre Vineyard and org or 373-6800. org or 373-6800. role of the woman was defined ments are available. Call or e-mail information or to make a reserva- Winery, Las Positas Vineyards, Little Livermore-Amador Symphony joined Martina McBride, 27th season of by a male-dominated society. Barbara Stanton for more info about tion call 925-449-9463 or visit our Valley Winery, Murrieta's Well, Not- by Valley Concert Chorale and The Concerts at Wente Vineyards, Figurehead Gallery is located in the workshop, 925-373-9638 - website at www.laspositasvine- tingham Cellars, Occasio Winery, Pacific Masterworks Chorus, May Wed., June 26. Wente Vineyards, the Old Theater Mall, 2222 2nd St. [email protected]. yards.com. Stony Ridge Winery, Tamas Estates, 18, 8 p.m. Ode to a Joyous 50th 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore. For Livermore. Please visit figurehead- Preschool Art classes: Thursday Live Music, The Winemaker's Pour White Crane Winery, Westover Season. Bankhead Theater, 2400 ticket information, go to www. gallery.com for more information. mornings 9:45 – 10:45. Children House, 2241 First St., Livermore, Vineyards, Wente Vineyards. First St., Livermore. 2400 First St., wentevineyards.com The exhibit may be viewed Wed-Sat aged 3-5 are welcome to join this 215-2656. www.winemakerspour- The Wine Girls and Friends hosting Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. 12pm-6pm until June 2nd. class. Classes cover drawing, house.com. May 16, 6:30-9:30 Paint the Patio Purple, on May org or 373-6800. ON THE STAGE Exhibit, Cuda Ridge Wines, Louise painting, print-making, sculpture p.m., Tumble Down House; May 17, 24th at 5:30 at The Steven Kent Jazz Night Concert, vocal and Requiem for a Heavyweight, Role THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 9

Players Ensemble, April 26 - May High School, poets from Foothill bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. “Noah’s Flood.” The call is out for more Heritage Guild, May 25, Du- during the afternoon. Locally based 18, 2013: Village Theatre, 233 Front High School’s Teens for Literacy, Carolina Lugo’s & Carolé Acuña’s all creatures great and small to arte Garage, Portola and L Streets, aircraft will be on display Monday, St., Danville. $20-$28: www.vil- members of AVHS Writers Bloc, im- Ballet Flamenco, 8 p.m. May attend a two-week opera camp, Livermore. Preview 5 p.m., dinner May 28. They include: AT-6s/SNJs/ lagetheatreshows.com, or 925-314- provisation artists from Creatures 25, Village Theatre, 233 Front St., July 1-12, and then sail away 6 p.m., auction at 7 p.m. Auction is Harvard, T-28s, P-51s, P-40, and a 3400; or the Community Center, of Impulse, and rappers Jay Kim Danville. Adults $25, seniors $20, with Mr. and Mrs. Noah on the free and open to the public. Dinner Yak 18. Military vehicles of the era 420 Front St. and Jacob Kleinberg. Admission is children and students w/ID $20. Ark. “Noah’s Flood” will have two $15. Tickets to the dinner available will also be on display. Historical Playwrights' Theatre, Eugene O’Neill $5 at the door. For more info, or to 1-800-838-3006, www.brown- public performances: July 13 at St. at 449-9927, History Center, 3rd photographs and memorabilia will Foundation, Tao House: Sun., May find out how to participate, contact papertickets.com/event/329881. Bartholomew’s Church in Livermore and J Sts., Livermore. be displayed. All of this is no extra 19, 3 p.m. Anton Chekhov's The Pleasanton Teen Poet Laureates Information www.carolinalugo.com and July 14 at St. Clare’s Church Spring Antiques and Collectibles charge. For further information call Cherry Orchard, directed by George Arany Uthayakumar, aranybar- Forest Fantasia Dance Changes in Pleasanton. The opera, recently Faire, Main Street, Downtown Kevin Ryan 925.216.4371. Maguire. Staged readings presented [email protected], or Diana Fu, Everything, Livermore School of featured in the hit movie “Moonrise Pleasanton, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May Chili Shooters Stampede, June 1, 11 in partnership with the National [email protected]. Dance, Junior, June 15, 11 a.m. Kingdom,” will be co-produced 26. www.pleasantondowntown.net a.m. to 4 p.m. downtown Livermore. Park Service, in the Old Barn at Tao Livermore Shakespeare Festival and 3 p.m. Bankhead Theater, by Cantabella Children’s Chorus San Ramon Art & Wind Festival, Taste chili created by downtown House, the Eugene O'Neill Historic presents William Shakespeare’s 2400 First St., Livermore. www. and St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Sunday and Monday, May 26 and restaurants. www.LivermoreDown- Site, Danville. Reservations: $25. comic look at the battle of the sex- bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Church. For more information 27, 2013 in San Ramon’s Central town.com www.eugeneoneill.org or 820-1818. es, The Taming of the Shrew, and Dance Changes Everything, Liver- and to register for the camp, call Park, 12501 Alcosta Blvd. from 10 1st Wednesday Street Party, Jump Shuttle service to/from Tao House the madcap comedy of manners, more School of Dance, jazz, June Cantabella at (925) 292-2663, a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Festival into Summer, June 5, 6 to 9 p.m., from the Museum of the San Ramon The Liar, adapted by David Ives 21 and 22, 7 and 2 p.m. Bankhead or visit the online registration site features professional kite flying downtown Pleasanton, Pleasanton Valley, 205 Railroad Ave, Danville. from a farce by Pierre Corneille. Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. http://cantabella.org/opera-camp/. demonstrations, arts & crafts Downtown Association, (925) 484- Ramayana, the ancient epic tale from The productions play in repertory www.bankheadtheater.org or No experience needed. Financial booths, entertainment on 3 stages, 2199, www.pleasantondowntown. South-East Asia. Pleasanton Civic June 20 – July 21 under the stars 373-6800. assistance is available. puppet shows, two large kids’ net Arts Stage Company, Friday, May at Concannon Vineyard. Tickets on Sleeping Beauty with a Twist, activity areas, food booths by local Firehouse First Fridays Open 17, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 18, sale at www.LivermoreShakes.org Livermore School of Dance Ballet, CHORAL non-profits and more. The festival House, June 7, July 5 and Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m.; and 2 p.m. matinees or 1-800-838-3006. For more infor- June 22 and 23, 7 and 2 p.m. Blackhawk Chorus, performs Best also includes an early morning hot 5 to 7 p.m. Activities range from on Saturdays and Sundays May mation call (925) 443-BARD. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., of Contemporary Broadway music air balloon launch on May 27th at Open Mic in the Firehouse Theater, 11, 12, 18, 19. Tickets are $10, The Golden Follies with guest Chan- Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. from Les Miserables, Wicked, Jersey 6 a.m. (weather dependent). For the show in the Harrington Art $15, $18; Child or Senior: $6, $9, teuse Darla Wiggington, 2 p.m. June org or 373-6800. Boys, Lion King, Spamalot and more information, call the City of Gallery to a hands-on art project $12. Tickets available at www. 23, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Friday Evening Group Dance! Learn more. May 19, 3 p.m. Bankhead San Ramon Parks and Community for the kids. Free event. Open to all firehousearts.org, 925-931-4848, Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. how to dance with great instructors Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Services Department at (925) 973- ages. Fireshoue Arts Center, 4444 or at the Firehouse Arts Center firehousearts.org or 931-4848. from It's All About Dancing, new www.bankheadtheater.org. 373- 3200 or check out the website at Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. Box Office, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Hamlet, San Francisco Shakespeare, dance every week from Salsa, 6800. www.ArtandWind.com firehousearts.org. Pleasanton. Tickets are also avail- Free Shakespeare in the Park, Tango, Swing and more. Group Wings of Freedom Tour, May 26, 27 Livermore Rodeo Parade, 10 a.m. able at the Firehouse 2 hours prior Amador Valley Community Park, lesson starts at 7:30, followed by OPERA and 28 at the Livermore Airport. in downtown Livermore, Second to the performance. corner of Black Avenue and Santa open dance until 9:45 in our new Livermore Valley Opera Presents a The Collings Foundation’s Living Street. June 8. Eurydice, by Sarah Ruhl, a luminous Rita Rd., Pleasanton, June 29 to location at the Bothwell Arts Center, Passionate Afternoon, May 25, 2 History Display of Aircraft includes 95th Annual Livermore Rodeo, June re-imagining of the myth of Orpheus July 14, Saturdays and Sundays, 2466 8th St., Livermore; 925-449- p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, www. Boeing B-17 ‘Flying Fortress,’ 8 and 9 Robertson Park Stadium, through the eyes of his young bride 7:30 p.m. 9292. $15. firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Consolidated B-24 ‘Liberator,’ and www.livermorerodeo.org Eurydice. Thursday, May 16, 2013 A Grand Opera Afternoon, featuring North American P-51C ‘Mustang.’’ An Evening with Voices from the preview 8:00 p.m. Opening recep- MOVIES AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS opera, wine and food June 2, 3 to Visitors are invited to tour the Civil War, Tues., June 11, 7 p.m. tion May 17. Runs through June 9, Free Classic Film Series, Pleasanton Auditions, 50th anniversary, Valley 5:30 p.m. Soiree Series hosted aircraft inside and out for a $12 Museum on Main Ed Kinney Lecture Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m., June 1, 2 and Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Av- Concert Chorale, scheduling by Livermore Valley Opera. Rustic donation for adults and $6 for series, Brother and sister perform- 8 p.m. and Sundays 2 p.m. Douglas enue, 1st Thursday of the month, 7 appointments for auditions for Mediterranean-style setting. children under 12. World War II ing team, Ethan and Alyssa Foster Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. Third p.m. through June 6, 2013. The pro- singers. Mon., May 13 and 20 Attendance limited to 90 people. veterans are free. Thirty-minute return to represent opposing sides St., Hayward. (510) 881-6777; gram is hosted by Candy Klaschus, and Mon., June 3. Auditions and Reservations and information at flight experiences are available for of the American Civil War. Firehouse www.dmtonline.org a film historian who coordinates the rehearsals are held at the First www.livermorevalleyopera.com. a tax-deductible donation. Flights Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Shakes at Swirl, Livermore Humanities program at Las Positas Presbyterian Church of Livermore. on either the B-17 or B-24 are Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org. Shakespeare Festival presents two College. The programs are free and The church is located at 2020 MISCELLANEOUS $425 per person. P-51 flights are Bonsai Show, Valley Bonsai Society events at Swirl on the Square, 21 all are welcome to attend. Penny Fifth Street. The Chorale is seeking Political Issues Book Club meets $2,200 for a ½ hour and $3,200 for 5th annual show June 15-16, Alden So. Livermore Ave. May 22, 5 to 7 Johnson at 925/931-3405. experienced singers with sight- the 4th Tuesday of each month, a full hour. For reservations and Lane Nursery, 981 Alden Lane, p.m., Gary Armagnac, director of Bishop Ranch Outdoor Movie Night, reading skills who enjoy singing and reads books about issues and information on flight experiences, Livermore, 10am to 4pm. Expert The Taming of the Shrew, discusses Fri., June 21, dusk. 6111 Bollinger exciting and challenging music. The trends that are driving current call 800-568-8924. Livermore Air- on hand to demonstrate styling. concept for the show. May 29, 5 to Canyon Road (Bishop Ranch 1), Chorale performs a wide variety affairs in both the national and port, 636 Terminal Circle adjacent Finished tree will be raffled. 7 p.m. Actors Bill Wolak and Sean San Ramon. Free summer screening of music ranging from classical international arenas. Topics that to the control tower. Ground tours Alameda County Fair, June 20-July Higgins share stories about their of Jurassic Park. No reservations to contemporary, and folk to jazz. have been covered include politics, and display will be from 12 p.m. 18, live horse racing, carnival rides, careers and Livermore Shakes required. Note: To ensure that To schedule an appointment, call governance, economics, military af- to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 26; from entertainment, exhibits, animals, 2013. Each event $30 includes everyone can see the screen, we (925) 462-4205. fairs, history, sociology, science, the 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday and etc. Alameda County Fairgrounds, tapas sampler and a glass of wine. ask that those attending bring only Auditions, The Foreigner, Tri-Valley climate, and religion. Contact Rich Tuesday, May 27 and 28. Flight Pleasanton, www.alamedacounty- RSVP to katie@livermoreshakes. blankets and low beach chairs. Repertory Theatre; June 9, 1 to 3 at 872-7923, for further questions experiences are scheduled before fair.com. org. The evenings can be chilly in San p.m. with callbacks by invitation, We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a and after the ground tours. May 26 Student One Acts, Black Box Theater, Ramon – dress warmly. June 16. 1020 Serpentine Lane, member-centered book group led Big Band of Rossmoor” will perform May 22, 12:30 p.m. and May 24, Picnic Flix, movies begin at dusk, Suite 101, Pleasanton. Prepare a by a small group of book club veter- 8 p.m. Barbara Mertes Center approx. 8:30 p.m. Emerald Glen 2 minute comedic monologue; cold ans, with reading selections based for the Arts, Las Positas College, Park, Dublin. July 12: Madagascar readings from the script may be on member recommendations and 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. 3; Aug. 2, Angels in the Outfield; requested. For an appointment, call consensus. No homework required– 424-1100. Aug. 23, Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3. 462-2121 and leave a message share your insights or just listen in! Amplified, a staged performance No pets please. 556-4500 for more or email kbreedveld@trivalleyrep. Contact Susan at 337-1282 regard- and open mic event presented by information. com. Performances will be August ing the We’re Talkin’ Books! Club. Pleasanton’s Teen Poet Laureates. 17-25 at the Firehouse Arts Center 8th annual Hidden Gardens of the Thursday, May 23, 6:00-8:00 DANCE in Pleasanton. Valley Tour, May 19, 2013. Valley p.m. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Valley Dance Theatre, Ballet Master- All aboard Noah’s ark! Calling Humane Society’s self-guided tour Railroad Avenue in downtown Works, 7 p.m. Sat., May 25, 2 p.m. all children and youth to sing of gardens in Pleasanton. www. Pleasanton. Performers include Sun., May 26, Bankhead Theater, and dance under the rainbow in valleyhumane.org The Anchormen from Amador Valley 2400 First St., Livermore. www. Benjamin Britten’s children’s opera, Annual Auction and Dinner, Liver- 10 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

As soon as the golden expensive, they were also became the rage. Approxi- spike that hammered in the extremely expensive for mately 750,000 bales were railroad tie in Utah in 1869 the railroad companies to shipped through San Fran- connected both sides of the insure. Thus, the faster cisco from 1924 to 1930, country, Livermore was a the silk could travel to its more than 20% of all rail part of that connection. The destination, the better for traffic annually through the Central/Southern Pacific the railroads. Silk trains port. The Market Crash of train line left San Fran- had the right of way over 1929 affected the silk trade cisco, came south and up the fastest passenger trains. SILK TRAINS disastrously. Instead of en- through Niles Canyon, then The bales of raw silk were tire train loads of silk, or- through Pleasanton and unloaded very quickly into dinary freight trains carried Livermore and over the special box cars directly over the Benecia Bridge af- to be made in shipping. It the angle of the sun and two or three silk cars along Sierra, eventually chang- at the wharf. Three hours ter it was finished in 1930, had to be stored in a clean automobiles in the parking with other freight. The ing to the Rio Grande line was the average time to although perhaps a few still place free of sharp edges lot, we had a difficult time Panama Canal gradually at Salt Lake. Silk weaving unload the silk bales from came through Livermore or rough surfaces. It had to taking a good photo, but became a cheaper alterna- factories in the northeast the ships onto trains. In just to keep the thieves be protected from damp- you can see the curved roof tive route to the East Coast, states could now obtain another 85 hours or so, the guessing. Henrietta Greer, ness—silk can pick up over and how ordinary the car the advent of World War raw silk from the Orient bales arrived in the New who lived on Patterson 30% of its weight in water. looks—nothing to excite a II interrupted all shipping, much more expeditious- York City area. According Pass Road, remembered a If this should happen, the thief. Originally, of course, and nylon was invented. ly—shipped to the west to Virgil Staff, author of silk train that derailed in swelling could break the it was painted with the Silk trains disappeared. coast and then rushed by several railroad histories, the Altamont hills about packaging of the bales. Southern Pacific logo and In 1930, John A. train cross-country instead the excitement of the fast 1930. I found records of Around the turn of the cen- colors. Thompson wrote an article of traveling by ship around silks whizzing through the train wrecks about that tury, Southern Pacific built The East Coast around titled “The Flight of the Cape Horn. The Livermore town of Portola up in the time, but none of them was 30 silk and tea box-car- New York City had the Silk” that ended with these Enterprise mentioned a Sierra brought “everyone identified as a silk train. riage cars in Sacramento. monopoly on silk mills. words: “Strange, isn’t it, train of 16 cars, including and his dog” out to watch. Henrietta was the first Each had a curved canvas In 1909 the City itself that behind such frivoli- three of silk and 13 of tea, The earliest engines burned person to tell me about silk roof and an 80,000 pound had 276 mills; Paterson, ties as summer frocks and that passed through Liver- wood; later, they burned trains. She said, “Quite an capacity. My husband and New Jersey, had 259; and silk stockings, ribbons and more in October 1875. coal. The early sailing excitement arose in town I drove up to the Railtown another 301 were located garters, there should lurk a The railroad companies ships that crossed the when the silk trains came 1897 State Historic Park in smaller towns in Penn- melodramatic setting of . did not usually want news- Pacific with silk became through.” in Jamestown in 2003 and sylvania. I was surprised to . . the ever-present men- paper publicity because the steamers by the 1920s. The silk cars were not visited the old roundhouse learn that Reading, Penn- ace of desperate bandits silk was worth so much Between 1923 and cleaned on the outside, so and various machine and sylvania, near where my and armed trains hurtling money that it made an 1929, the three most im- they were not conspicuous. repair shops. We had been sister lives, had a silk mill. through the country at diz- inviting target for thieves. portant ports for silk were Entire trains sometimes told by the California State Even San Francisco had a zying speed?” Of course, A 1905 silk train of seven Seattle, Vancouver, and consisted of silk-tea cars, Railroad Museum in Sac- silk mill for a short time. traveling the fabulous Silk cars that left San Francisco San Francisco. During the often 8 to 10 cars long, ramento that a silk and tea The 1920s saw an Road of the Orient was for New York had cargo 1920s, about 20 silk trains with a car at the end for the car built between 1903 and increased demand for silk also fraught with danger. valued by Wells Fargo per month crossed the special armed guards. Raw 1904 was here at this site, as women raised their at $1,000,000. Because continent. Most silk trains silk is not perishable, but and sure enough, we man- hemlines and exposed (Readers can reach me at the shipments were so probably traveled north certain precautions still had aged to find it. Because of their legs—silk stockings [email protected].)

Public Invited to Dedication of HistoryMobile The Livermore Heritage Guild invites the public to attend the dedication of the new Livermore HistoryMobile. The event will take place at 11 a.m. on Sat., May 25 in front of the historic Livermore Southern Pacific Depot, 22 South L Street. A children's chorus will perform the official Livermore song. Refreshments will be provided. Afterward, tours of the HistoryMobile will be available. Docents will tell the stories and share the artifacts contained in the museum on wheels. Artist Vera Lowdermilk has painted murals on the side of the vehicle. The left side depicts a spring scene with a steam locomotive, the deport and wildflowers. On the right side is a scene that features a vineyard, Ravenwsood Historic site and a rodeo. Local pinstriper Herb Martinez provided the lettering. A Rotarian Foundation of Livermore grant made the murals possible. For information, visit www.livermorehistory.com. THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013 11

(Organizations wishing to run notices Livermore Library Board, meets 7 healthy eating and medications, and an- call 925 443-7620 for more information a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. Rumi, 4799 Heyer Ave., Castro Valley. The in Bulletin Board, send information to PO p.m. Thurs., May 23 at the Civic Center swer questions about living with diabetes. and the calendar of events. org/ All are welcome. topic is “Who bears the responsibility of Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care Library, 1188 So. Livermore Ave. An agenda Thursdays July 11 though August 22, Rob- RELIGION The deaf community is invited to moral education in our society?” Philoso- of Bulletin Board or email information to will be posted at the library 72 hours prior ert Livermore Community Center, 4444 East First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth worship at First Presbyterian Church in phers’ Café/Culture Chat is an activity of [email protected]. Include name to the meeting. Ave., Livermore. Class is open to adults of Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. Contemplative Livermore, where ASL translation will be the Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, a Secular of organization, meeting date, time, place Tri-Valley Communities Against a all ages (not just Seniors) with pre diabetes Service in the Chapel, 10:30 Traditional provided every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Humanistic Jewish community, but is open and theme or subject. Phone number and Radioactive Environment (Tri-Valley or type 2 diabetes. Please call the Alameda Service in the Sanctuary and children’s church is located on the corner of 4th and to the entire community. (Non-members contact person should also be included. CAREs), monitors nuclear weapons and County Diabetes Program at 510-383-5185 program. For more information www.fpcl.us L streets. are asked to donate $5 per session.) June Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) environmental clean-up activities through- to register. For LARPD register online www. or 925-447-2078. Faith Chapel Assembly of God, 6656 2. For information, please contact (925) 2013 Gala and Auction, "Science out the US nuclear weapons complex. All larpd.dst.ca.us/ Space is limited. Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut Alisal St., Pleasanton, Sunday School for all 240-5612. from the 60s through tomorrow . . . " will are welcome at our monthly meeting at the Quilt Show, The Delta Quilters, May St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at ages 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., Chil- Unity of Tri-Valley Church, Sunday ser- be held on Friday, May 17 at the Robert Livermore Civic Center Library Thursday, 18 and 19 at the Brentwood Community 10 a.m. with Sunday school for all ages dren’s Church 11:15 a.m. Women's Bible vices are at 10:00 a.m.; all are welcome. Livermore Community Center, 4444 east May 16th from 7:30pm to 9pm. For more Center, Information www.deltaquilters.org. at 9 a.m. Children's classes during adult study Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Intercessory Ongoing small groups, weekly activities, Avenue, Livermore. The festivities begin at information call Tri-Valley CAREs at (925) Volunteer drivers, Senior Support worship service. AWANA children's program prayer 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please call choir, classes, and Children's church. 9875 6 p.m. Dinner provided by Valley Catering 443-7148 or visit our website at http:// Program of the Tri Valley is looking for Vol- Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. office at 846-8650 for weekly programs. Dublin Canyon Rd., Castro Valley (2 miles and dancing to the music from the 60's trivalleycares.org unteer Drivers to transport seniors to their Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. Trinity, 557 Olivina Ave., Livermore. west of Stoneridge Mall). (925) 829-2733, and beyond. For event tickets, donation The Wine Girls and Friends hosting medical appointments out of the Tri Valley Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. Vasco Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and www.trivalleyunity.com Rev. Karen Epps. and sponsorship opportunities, visit www. Paint the Patio Purple, on May 24th at area (San Ramon, Walnut Creek, etc). The Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. 6 p.m. Sunday school or Bible study for all Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 RotaryGala.dojiggy.com. The Livermore 5:30 at The Steven Kent Winery, 2443 Tesla Senior Transportation Program supplements Information 447-8747 or www.uucil.org ages at 9:45 a.m. Awana is Sunday at 3:30 North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are Don Valley Joint Unified School District (LVJUSD) Rd., Livermore. This is a dinner event and existing public and paratransit services by Congregation Beth Emek, 3400 p.m. Wednesday nights there is adult Bible & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: Sunday and the Rotarian Foundation of Livermore raffle of Livermore Wine Country baskets providing rides via volunteer drivers. Vol- Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Information study at 6:45 and NRG and Re.Gen for 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; Sunday 10:25 are sponsoring a fund-raiser to accelerate and much more. Pre-sale tickets are $20, unteers must have a valid driver’s license, 931-1055. youth, and children's choir for kids. Child a.m. - Holy Grounds Fellowship; Sunday STEM programs (Science, Technology, which includes dinner and a glass of wine. a registered vehicle, carry automobile Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated with care during all events. 447-1848, www. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. - Elementary Engineering, and Mathematics). Additional wine, soda and water will be liability insurance, and have a clear DMV the Congress of Secular Jewish Organiza- trinitylivermore.org. aged children go to Kid’s Church following "Boots & Belles" Gala, Sunset Commu- available for purchase. Guests will rock record. Please contact Jennifer Cullen for tions (csjo.org). Information, Rabbi Judith St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas worship, nursery available; Wednesday 7 nity Church's annual event, on Friday, June out to music by the QuickFixx Band. Benefit more information at (925) 931-5387 or Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, 485-1049 or Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- p.m. - Back to the Point Bible Study; all 21st at The Barn in Livermore. Doors open for the American Cancer Society and Relay email: [email protected]. Funding for this EastBaySecularJews.org. ing the John Main tradition, every Monday ages; Friday 7 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery; at 6:30p.m. Dinner will be catered by Texas for Life. Tickets are limited to the first 100 program is provided by Alameda County First Church of Christ, Scientist, 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact in the dining hall; 925-449-4848. Roadhouse. Live entertainment provided by guests. Please contact Susie Gazzuolo at Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday. Claire La Scola at 447-9800. Lynnewood United Methodist Church, The Michael Beck Band. This evening is a [email protected] or contact Cindy and Measure B Funds. Sunday School for students (ages 3-20) is St. Innocent Orthodox Church, 5860 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton. Sunday wor- great fund-raiser event with dinner, dancing T at [email protected] in the Steven Community Resources for Indepen- held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The church Las Positas Rd., Livermore. Sunday Liturgy ship at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. with childcare along with a silent & live auction. Tickets Kent Winery tasting room. dent Living (CRIL) offers services to help and reading room are located at Third and at 10 a.m. For details please see www. and Sunday school at 10:30 a.m. (First on sale for $35 per person. Register on- Alameda County Master Gardeners people with disabilities and supports them N Streets. The Reading Room, which is stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher at Sun. of month 9 a.m. is traditional with line at www.sunsetcc.org/gala are on hand on the 2nd Saturday of every to live independently and participate in open to the public, features books, CDs and (831) 278-1916. organ, 10:30 a.m. is informal with guitar.) Tri-Valley Democratic Club meets 7 month to give advice and guided tours of their community for as long as they are magazines for sale. For information, call St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 Rev. Heather Leslie Hammer minister. p.m. May 20 at IBEW Hall, 6250 Village the Earth-Friendly Demonstration Garden. willing and able to do so. CRIL maintains (925) 447-2946. Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services on All welcome. www.lynnewood.org, 925 Parkway, Dublin. On hand will be Hene Kelly Talks start at 10:00. Topics are: June 8, offices in Hayward, Fremont and Livermore Sunset Community Church, 2200 Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Chil- 846-0221. Vice President, Legislative Director of the attracting honeybees in the garden; July 13, to provide information and referrals and Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship dren’s Sunday School & Chapel at 10:15 Centerpointe Church, 3410 Corner- California Alliance for Retired Americans, creating a border to attract beneficial in- provide community education at senior service at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and a.m. All are most welcome to come and stone Court, Pleasanton. Services: 9 a.m. telling congress "Hands Off" Social Security, sects; Aug. 10, getting a garden through the centers and affordable housing complexes children's church provided. A "Night of Wor- worship with us and to enjoy our hospital- blended with choir and band. Childcare Medicare & Medicaid. www.californiaal- summer heat; Sept. 14, autumn blooming to residents of Southern Alameda County. ship" first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. ity. For more information call the church offered for infants through age 6 and liance.org for details. Discussion, refresh- perennials/planting for fall color, inviting The Tri-Valley office is located at 3311 Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 office 925-462-4802. children start in the worship service. 10:40 ments, fun. www.TriValleyDems.com birds for autumn - see production trees Pacific Avenue, Livermore 94550 and can p.m. Information, call 447-6282. St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, a.m. contemporary worship led by a band. Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring they love; Oct. 12, best drought resistant be reached by phone at (925) 371-1531, Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday 678 Enos Way, Livermore. Sunday services Sunday school for children and middle- Club, Sat., May 18, 25-35 miles, meet 9:30 secret - bulbs; and Nov. 9, composting by FAX at (925) 373-5034 or by e-mail at Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., Liver- with Rev. Joyce Parry Moore, Rector: 8:00 schoolers. www.centerpointechurch.org a.m. at Draeger's Market in Blackhawk ABCs. Talks begin at 10 a.m.; topics may [email protected]. All services more. Information, 447-8840. am Contemplative Eucharist with Taize 925-846-4436. Plaza, Karin Ball, 408-406-2286. Sun., be subject to change. The Demonstration are free. Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, 1385 music; 10:20 am Godly Play for children; Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, 7106 May 19, 50 miles, Larkspur Ferry down the Garden is located at the Martinelli Event Livermore Peripheral Neuropathy S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 8:30 10:30 am Sung Eucharist with choir (child Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and 11:00. Tiburon peninsula, meet 9:30 a.m. Kevin Center, 3575 Greenville Road in Livermore. Support Group meets every fourth Tuesday a.m. worship (semiformal); 9:45 a.m. care available). Youth Group meets Sun- Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. 925- Thieben, 437-5919. Wed., May 22, 25-50 Information, 930-1130. of the month at 10 a.m. in the second floor adult Bible study/Sunday school; 11 a.m. days from 4 to 5:30 pm in the Parish Hall 227-1301. www.thecrossing.org miles from Heather Farm, meet 9 a.m. Dick Livermore-Amador Genealogical conference room at Heritage Estates Retire- worship (informal). For information, call for “Rite 13” and Journey to Adulthood” Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Meet- Skow, 939-6964. Anyone planning to go Society, meets 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, ment Community. The address is 900 E. 925-447-1246. programs. www.saintbartslivermore.com ing at Altamont Creek Elementary School, on a ride is asked to contact the leader for May 21, 7:30 pm at Congregation Beth Stanley Blvd., Livermore All are welcome. Asbury United Methodist Church, for more information. 6500 Garraventa Ranch Road, Livermore. details on where to meet and what to bring. Emek, 3400 Nevada Court, Pleasanton. Contacts are: Sandra Grafrath 443-6655 or 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. 9 a.m. Tri-Valley Church of Christ at 4481 Services at 10:00 a.m. Beginners Internet and e-mail class- Debbie Mascot and Jane Southwick will Lee Parlett 292-9280. Sunday worship. Information 447-1950. East Avenue, Livermore, worship service Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 es, Free classes for absolute beginners who discuss how to preserve family research to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Calvary Chapel Livermore, Sunday 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Sundays, all are wel- North Vasco Road, Livermore, Friends and have never clicked a mouse, used e-mail, share with family and friends. Each has Illness), Tri-Valley Parent Resource and Services 10:30 a.m. 545 No. L Street come. 925-447-4333 ( a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) Family Day Open House, Sun., May 19 or surfed the net. Learn the basics in a written a book although they had a different Support Group is a twice-a-month parent Livermore. (925) 447-4357 - www. Little Brown Church, United Church of from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Give Them Not non-judgmental atmosphere. Learn to keep focus and used different methods. At this support group for parents with children calvarylivermore.org. Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 a.m. Hell, Give Them Hope,” Rev. Lucas Hergert, in touch with loved ones and access inter- meeting they will share how their books to age 18 diagnosed with or suspected of St. Matthew's Baptist Church, 1239 worship. All are welcome here. www.little- preaching; Children’s Religious Education net sites all around the world. Pleasanton came to be and how you, too, can do the having bipolar or other mood disorders. North Livermore Ave., Livermore. Services brownchurchofsunol.org 925-862-2580 classes begin at 10:30am. Special activity Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., Tuesday and same. Visitors are always welcome. For It meets First and third Tuesdays of each on Sunday at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Adult Pathway Community Church, 6533 for children to follow the service. 925-447- Thursday mornings. Four one-hour classes additional information contact program@L- month from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Children's Sierra Lane, Dublin. Contemporary Worship 8747, www.uucil.org in each series. Registration is required, as -AGS.org. Pathways To Wellness, 5674 Stoneridge Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Prayer each Service, Sunday 10:30 am. Children, youth, Cedar Grove Community Church, space is limited. Ask at the Reference Desk Widowed Men and Women of North- Dr., Suite #114, Pleasanton. The group Wednesday at 7 p.m. followed by Bible adult programs. Biblically based practical 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship or call 925-931-3400, extension 4. Library ern CA., Brunch in Livermore, May 19, 11 is drop-in, no registration required and is study at 7:30 p.m. 449-3824. messages, nondenominational. All are wel- Services 9 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. www. cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. programs are free and open to everyone. a.m. RSVP by May 16 to Janet, 443-3317. free. Suzi Glorioso by phone: (925) 443- United Christian Church, celebrating comed. www.pathwaycommuntiychurch.org An ongoing program. Call Merry Luskin at St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church Trip to Asian Museum in San Francisco, 1797 or by e-mail: [email protected] 50 years in the Tri-Valley. 1886 College Ave. (925) 829-4793. (1928 Book of Common Prayer), 193 925/931-3400 for information. May 23, RSVP by May 20 to Ruby, 462- Operation: S.A.M. "Supporting All at M St., Livermore; worships on Sunday Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 486 Contractors Avenue, Livermore.Sunday Dress a Girl Around the World, 9636. Lunch in San Ramon, May 26, noon, Military" is a 501(c)3 non profit military morning at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program S. J Street, Livermore. 9:00 a.m. worship services: 8:45 am (Low Mass) and 10 am meetings once a month, next Sew-Fest RSVP by May 27 to David, 833-7647. support organization based in Livermore. on Sunday morning and first Fridays. The service. Bible Study/Sunday School 10:20. (High Mass with Sunday School). Other is Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 Pleasantonians for Peace, Peaceful S.A.M. has been in operation since January community is welcome. United CC is an Bible Basics Class, which explores the Holy Days as announced. For information, p.m. at St. Augustine Hall, Pleasanton. War Protest on the fourth Wednesday of the 2004. It is dedicated to the continued Open and Affirming ministry. Call 449- main teachings of the Bible, meets at 7:00 call msg. center at 925/906-9561. Help is needed sewing, ironing, cutting. month, May 22, between 5 - 6 at the cor- support of deployed troops. Preparation of 6820 for more information. Sunday night. Call 371-6200 or email pmjr- Eckankar, "Change Ypur Conscious- (Those planning to stay all day should ners of First and Neal Streets. Call Cathe comfort packages takes place every other Granada Baptist Church, 945 [email protected] for more info. ness, Change Your Life" is the theme of the bring a bag lunch.) There is a lot of fabric Norman at (925) 462-7495; Matt Sullivan week - all year long. Providing morale Concannon Boulevard, Livermore. Services: Tri-Valley Church of Christ, 4481 next ECK Worship Service, Sunday, May 19 and pillowcases, so there are many kits at [email protected]; or kdowding@ support for those deployed. All information Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; worship East Avenue, Livermore; 447-433.3 www. at 11:00 AM. The ECK Worship service is ready to sew. Those who can’t make the pacbell.net. www.Pleasantonians4Peace. provided is confidential and is not shared service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. 1-888- trivalleychurch.org. Update on classes for held once a month on the third Sunday at Sew-Fest but would like to sew, please org for security purposes. To submit a name 805-7151. The Story 9 to 10:00 a.m.. Worship Service the Four Points Sheridan, 5115 Hopyard arrange for kits that can be sews at home. Diabetes Self-Management Classes, and address, inquire about donations or Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Road, Pleasanton. For further information, Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352-8447 free 7 week series will teach participants helping, please visit www.operationsam. Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, Philosophers’ Café/Culture Chat, an Please contact http://eck-ca.org/ by or [email protected] how to manage diabetes with exercise, org, email [email protected] or services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 informal gathering to discuss ideas. Café computer. 12 THE INDEPENDENT • THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013

ValleyCare Receives Gold Plus Achievement Award

ValleyCare Health Sys- to all Get With The Guide- to being among the top hos- long-term outcome for our tem has received the 2013 lines-Heart Failure Achieve- pitals nationwide in the care patients,” Get With The Guidelines®- ment indicators for two or of heart failure patients,” Get With The Guide- Heart Failure Gold Plus more consecutive 12-month says ValleyCare Chief Oper- lines–Heart Failure helps Quality Achievement Award intervals and have achieved ating Officer Cindy Noonan. ValleyCare’s staff develop from the American Heart 75 percent or higher compli- “Implementing the Ameri- and implement acute and Association for its excel- ance with five or more Get can Heart Association’s Get secondary prevention guide- lence in the treatment of With The Guidelines-Heart With The Guidelines–Heart line processes. The program patients with heart failure. Failure Quality Measures Failure program is helping provides hospitals with a This award is given only to improve quality of patient us accomplish this goal by web-based patient manage- to hospitals that achieve 85 care and outcomes. making it easier for our ment tool, decision support, percent or higher adherence "ValleyCare is dedicated professionals to improve the robust registry, real-time benchmarking capabilities and other performance improvement methodologies 18th Year of Compassionate Care Celebrated toward the goal of enhanc- ing patient outcomes and Senior Solutions cele- With the increased growth be the only Private Home saving lives. brated its 18th year anniver- in assisted living care facili- Care provider to offer the This high-tech, evidence- sary in April with the same ties it is reassuring to know exclusive concierge nurse based approach enables Livermore Fusion SC held its first ever family bingo owner, same management that Senior Solutions has service.” ValleyCare Health System night in Livermore. More than 160 people showed up and same location here in built a reputation that com- Senior Solutions pro- to improve the quality of care it provides heart fail- ranging from 4 years to 84. Eachw inner chose from an Livermore. pliments these services by vides compassionate, af- array of gift baskets donated by Fusion teams. Fusion Local resident and owner offering alternative options. fordable care delivered by ure patients, save lives and Joanne Foy, RN JD, has ultimately, reduce healthcare SC's fundraising director Catherine Christian organized In addition to our in-home professionals including ac- and emceed the event. Ben Graham was the bingo resided in Livermore for 25 medical care, financial and cess to a Concierge Regis- costs by avoiding re-hospi- years and commented on the legal services we want to tered Nurse for all phases of talization. caller. In the photo, the Fusion U14 girls cheer on their Senior Solutions position in remind people that our care senior healthcare needs. For teammate as she claims her bingo. providing superior services includes unique access to a informaion on any services for seniors seeking a wide ‘Concierge Nurse’. provided by Senior Solu- array of assistance to meet "This concept and service tions please call (925) 443- their personal needs, “The is on the cutting edge of 3101 or visit the website Tri-Valley is a microcosm what is considered 5 Star www.seniorsolutionsinc. for all the changes occurring Healthcare. We are proud to com. in the health care system. Las Positas Students Win National Honors Two Las Positas College a bachelor's degree. It is in- students from Canada, and Visit Tri-Valley Hires New President students have won presti- tended to cover a significant the Federated States of Mi- gious national honors and share of the student's educa- cronesia were chosen as the Visit Tri-Valley has an- tional Tourism Manager at ciation’s Destination Coun- associated scholarships. tional expenses. 2013 New Century Scholars. nounced the hiring of Bar- the Tampa Bay Convention cil and is the past chair of the Alaina Schofield, a resi- A Las Positas College Kris will receive a total bara Steinfeld as President. & Visitors Bureau for eight Cultural & Heritage Tourism dent of Berkeley, has been student from Tracy, Kris scholarship of $4,500 for the She replaces Grant Raeside, years. Alliance, of which she is a selected to receive a Jack Adhikari has been selected two awards. who stepped down last Sep- “We are very excited to co-founder. “I am very ex- Kent Cooke Foundation as a member of the All- The New Century Schol- tember. welcome Barbara Steinfeld cited to lead the team at the Undergraduate Transfer USA Community College ars program and All-USA Steinfeld joins Tri-Valley as our new president,” said Tri-Valley Tourism Bureau,” Scholarship. She is one of Academic Team and a New Community College Aca- after spending the last 16 Faye Cater, Chair of the said Steinfeld. “I look for- only 73 Scholars nationwide Century Scholar. The top demic Team are sponsored years at Travel Portland, tourism bureau board. “She ward to getting to know each selected this year to receive twenty applicants from the by Follett Higher Education where she was the Vice has a vast and extensive of the cities and promoting the award. The scholarship entire nation were chosen Group, Coca-Cola and are President of Tourism Sales. tourism background and is a this beautiful region.” associated with the award for the ALL-USA Academic presented by USA TODAY Prior to joining the Portland great addition to our team.” Steinfeld joined the Tri- is for up to $30,000 per year Team. Only fifty community and Phi Theta Kappa Inter- tourism organization, Stein- Currently Steingeld is Valley Tourism Bureau on for the final two to three college students from the national Honor Society. feld worked as the Interna- chair of the US Travel Asso- April 8. years necessary to achieve United States, along with