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VOLUME LIV, NUMBER 44 Your Local News Source Since 1963 Serving Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Sunol LLNL Computers To Help Design Anti-Cancer Drugs

By Jeff Garberson maceutical giant, GlaxoSmithKline, and Frederick National Laboratory Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s powerful computing for Cancer Research, a Maryland-based facility of the National Cancer capability, originally developed for nuclear weapons design, will help Institute. See Inside Section A speed the search for more effective cancer drugs as part of a public- The consortium is hoping for additional partners in the future, ac- Section A is filled with private research consortium. cording to a statement. information about arts, people, The consortium, announced quietly in Washington last January and One key consortium goal is to reduce cancer drug development time entertainment and special events. only now becoming a reality, is called ATOM, for Accelerating Thera- from a typical six years to a single year, according to the statement. There are education stories, a peutics for Opportunities in Medicine. Another is to create an approach to drug discovery that can benefit variety of features, and the arts It will be headquartered near the Mission Bay campus of one of the medicine more broadly. and entertainment and partners, the University of California, San Francisco. LLNL’s role will be to apply powerful data science techniques, such bulletin board. In addition to LLNL and UCSF, partners include the British phar- (See CANCER, page 2) Pleasanton Open Space Chooses Plan Sent to Architect City Council for Lydiksen The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District voted last week to Modernization recommend the Springtown Open Space Concept Plan to the Liver- By Ron McNicoll more City Council. Pleasanton Unified School The vote was 4 to 0 with Board District Trustees approved hiring Chairman Beth Wilson, who lives an architect for the design phase in Springtown, recused. of modernizing and also poten- Maryalice Faltings said, "The tially adding capacity at Lydiksen Elementary School. latest concept is more like what I The board, at its Oct. 24 meet- had fancifully envisioned. It is now ing, did not vote, but after discus- a park that everyone can enjoy." sion, indicated the contract with Estimated cost of the amenities San Jose-based Aedis for $1.3 would be $20 million. Final cost million for design work would be would depend on materials, ame- satisfactory. A formal vote will be nities and market conditions. No taken at the board’s Nov. 21 meet- specific funding has been identified ing, when the item will be on the at this point in the process. consent agenda. Photo - Doug Jorgensen Several directors questioned the The board has allocated $30 The Foothill High School's annual all-day Band Review took place last Saturday. The 43rd annual cost. Philip Pierpont said that the million of the $70 million in the event featured school bands from throughout Northern California with parade, concert and field numbers looked low. "The problem first phase of the $270 million show competitions. In the photo, bands marched down Main Street during the parade competition. school bond for the Lydiksen (See SPRINGTOWN, page 2) project. Some $20 million of the $30 million for Lydiksen will be reserved for construction. The remainder will go to “soft costs,” explained Deputy Superintendent Students Would Like a Place to Be Micaela Ochoa. They include such expenditures as the design and planning process, state archi- Able to Spend Time in Downtown Livermore tectural review of the plans, and engineering and testing fees. Livermore High School stu- City’s goals moving forward, in the hotel on the eastside of the for them in the planning and in the District staff will be assem- dents in Mrs. Matthews' civic class particular plans for the lots on both avenue. Students were told that future of the City. bling a committee of teachers, heard from Steve Stewart, Plan- sides of South Livermore Avenue. discussions at workshops primarily Several students made the point parents, neighbors and school ning Manager of the Community The community has provided input revolved around a boutique hotel that there were many places for principal Jacob Berg to meet with Development Department, on the for the proposed concepts, starting and the need for increased parking. adults to go, but that the downtown the architectural team. The group concepts being considered as de- with a Steering Committee that The seniors in the civic class ex- was essentially “wedged between will discuss what should be in a velopment options in downtown prepared four alternatives, two pressed interests in other potential two high schools” with not enough school designed for 21st Century Livermore. with a hotel on the westside of development. What mattered to the places for students to comfortably education. He presented a look at the Livermore Avenue and two with students was that there was a space The committee will start meet- (See DOWNTOWN, page 5) ing this month. A report should be ready for the board by January or February, said Ochoa. Before issuing a final report, the commit- Supervisors Respond to Grand Jury on Donations tee will provide updates at school Supervisors sent the Grand Jury citizens, and have an advisor from board meetings. By Ron McNicoll to their maximum budget allow- a letter Oct. 24, responding to the the District Attorney’s office. One goal of the Lydiksen proj- The Alameda County Board ance, and on business expenses. Grand Jury’s June 1 report. Civil The civil Grand Jury does not ect is to eliminate the pod build- of Supervisors has replied to the The program is called the Fiscal Grand Jury comments are intended make any allegations of criminal ings, which provide a majority of Alameda County Civil Grand (See SUPERVISORS, page 4) to be helpful to government by behavior. classroom housing on the campus. Jury’s comments about supervi- suggesting better procedures, or The donations under discussion The pod shape dates back to an sors’ use of discretionary funds, which they give on a regular basis pointing out what jurors consider come from savings that supervi- Commission Plans (See LYDIKSEN, page 5) to non-profit entities. defects. All of the jurors are lay sors realize by not hiring staff up Meetings on Human Services Supervisors Make Change The Pleasanton Human Ser- vices Commission will host five public workshops to engage the to Enable Kottinger Gardens public and local social service agencies in an update to the Hu- Housing Construction man Services Needs Assessment Strategic Plan. The Alameda County Supervi- less attractive to investors. There- Workshops will be held from sors reassured the bank lender fore the price they are willing to November through January. They for the second phase of Kottinger pay for the tax credits has dropped will cover five special interest Gardens, an affordable senior creating a financing gap for Kot- areas – homelessness, senior housing development in Pleas- tinger Phase 2. services, behavioral health, trans- anton, that county funding stands The county is stepping in to fill portation services and access, and ready unconditionally to back up the gap. The plan is to sell bonds domestic violence and child abuse. the financing. authorized by county voters under “We hope to engage the public Phase 2 of the development was Measure 1A. However, word- and local social service agencies targeted for completion by April ing in the supervisors’ resolution by giving them a platform to com- 2019. The 54 units of housing concerning the details of how the municate what they believe we will be constructed on Kottinger funding will work left bank lenders need in our community relative Drive near Second Street. Phase anxious about guarantees behind to human services. We also want 1, consisting of 50 units, has been the money. to identify local service gaps and built. It is expected to be open for Union Bank, which is the funder challenges in our ongoing effort move-ins in November. for Kottinger, wrote to supervisors Photo - Doug Jorgensen to collaborate more effectively,” Because of the major tax reform that the financing should not be Rotary Club of Livermore hosted the 3rd annual Halloween Spirit said Jay Ingram, community bill in Congress and its expected contingent on selling A1 bonds. By Run, a 5K and 10K run/walk for people of all ages last Saturday. This services manager for the City of corporate tax cuts, the current 9% the time they are sold in March, the spooktacular event featured costumed runners. Proceeds from this Pleasanton. tax reduction for a corporation economy could be different, and event benefit educational programs in Livermore, and community For the full workshop schedule backing low-income housing is projects of the Rotary Club of Livermore such as senior work day, or more information, contact Jay (See KOTTINGER, page 3) veterans assistance, and music scholarships. Ingram at 925-931-5346 or jin- [email protected].

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Scholz Bulletin Board...... 10 Short Notes...... 9 Milestones...... 12 2 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017 CANCER SPRINGTOWN (continued from page one) (continued from page one) as artificial intelligence and than 2 million compounds directly from computations I have is that the numbers that it would be important into the existing open space machine learning, to speed from its historic and cur- to an automated set of ex- create expectations that we to keep the ducks and geese. designation with the ap- up standard methods of rent screening collection,” periments…which would can do more than we are One question related to proval of Measure FF in evaluating drug compounds according to a company then feed back data into the able to do." where the water would come the 2016 general election. through laborious cycles of statement. computational process.” Jan Palajac pointed out from to maintain the grassy In the future, any change in laboratory testing. These data, coupled Brase believes the ef- that the costs were for con- areas. The consultant said land use designation would The ability to carry out with clinical information fort will not only speed the struction only. There are no that it would come through require approval by a vote of these “experiments” on on some 500 molecules search for effective drugs, soft costs identified such as the city as potable water. the people. computers – to pre-screen that have failed in develop- but also it will help Liver- staff, the CEQA (California General Manager Tim It was emphasized that and test compounds of inter- ment, “could help acceler- more improve its already Environmental Quality Act) Barry commented that there the plan represents a con- est -- is expected to improve ate development of new considerable computing process, and fees and per- is interest in operating the cept; it is not yet ready to the speed and efficiency of compounds by providing skills. mitting. park. However, the district build. the process, according to knowledge about the under- Modeling biology is one David Furst called it one cannot take on additional There are four areas Jim Brase, deputy associate lying biology of candidate of the hardest (computation- of the best plans he had park acreage without an where amenities would be director for computations at compounds and that of the al) problems there is, he said. ever seen. He suggested it identified funding source. located. Among the pro- LLNL and chief technology human body.” would be best to approve The concept plan was posed uses are playgrounds, officer for the consortium. The effort is scheduled Working on the the concept as presented. developed by RRM Design picnic areas, a dog park, LLNL has some of the to last at least three years, hardest problems "In the future, uses could be Group under the direction nature areas, a loop trail, a nation’s most powerful com- with $2 million per year “If you want to be the winnowed down if we don't of LARPD at the request bicycle pump track and skate puters, and in addition has in support for Livermore’s best in computing, you need have the funding." of the city for the former park, sports courts, a splash pioneered the development role coming from the U.S. to work on the hardest prob- Issues raised by members Springtown Golf Course pad, community gardens, of comparably powerful Department of Energy. The lems....This is a good thing of the public include the fate property belonging to the nature areas, disc golf and software that models the other partners have their in both directions, using the of the ducks and geese, wa- City of Livermore. more. behavior of materials on a own sources of support. best computer technology ter, and who would operate The city initiated the The plan will next be molecule-by-molecule basis, Eight to 10 LLNL com- in the world to help solve the park. process to convert the 85- reviewed by the city council. Brase said. putation staff will move to real problems for humanity Several speakers asked acre property into an open An environmental review The software that will be consortium headquarters in and at the same time feeding what would happen to the space area when the golf would be performed if the used for the drug develop- San Francisco to work side- back and developing better fowl on the site, since one course was closed in 2015. plan continued moving for- ment research is descended by-side with a comparable computations.” of the ponds would be re- The property was locked ward. at least partly from research numbers of experts from At GlaxoSmithKline, moved. It was suggested carried out on the innova- Glaxo, as well as staff from John Baldoni, the company’s tive Blue Gene computer Frederick Laboratory and senior vice president for developed jointly by IBM UCSF, Brase said. research and development, Parks Commission to Review and LLNL starting in 1999, Plans are to roughly said, “As we have learned he added. double the size of the ef- more about what modern Updated Phase II Bernal Park Plan Blue Gene was installed fort in another year, not supercomputers can do, at the laboratory in 2004 and only increasing the Liver- we’ve gained confidence An updated Bernal Prop- participating at the site are: gardeners, and commercial ran for several years there- more commitment in San that this approach can make erty Phase II plan will be University of California grower operators for fruit presented at the next meet- Alameda County Master trees and row crops. The Tri- after as the world’s fastest Francisco, but also bringing a big difference in creating computer. ing of the Pleasanton Parks Gardeners for an educational Valley Conservancy Group in additional partners if a medicines. and Recreation Commission garden, the Alameda County has also expressed an inter-

recruiting effort were suc- “We must do all that we on November 9th at 7:00 4-H Club, The Pleasanton est in the property. Key to success cessful, Brase said. can to reduce the time it PM in the Pleasanton City Community Services Dept. For more information, go Key to the success of the A “high-speed, high takes to get medicines to Council Chamber. for a community garden to www.cityofpleasantonca. consortium will be the avail- bandwidth network” will patients.” In 2008, Pleasanton vot- with small plots for citizen gov ability of a huge GlaxoS- link the work to LLNL’s To David Heimbrook, ers approved the Bernal mithKline database of drugs powerful computing facili- the director of the Frederick Property Phase II Specific with “chemical and in vitro ties. Laboratory, the only U.S. Plan that included develop- biological data for more The goal is to have the national laboratory dedi- ing a community farm. The NEW ON THE MARKET $599,000 computations staff work cated exclusively to cancer community farm would closely with experimental- research, the project will serve local and regional 401 Kensington Common ists “to learn how to make first be a chance to focus on organizations to enhance TRAVEL the translation from compu- “precision oncology,” which youth and educational ac- tational predictions of (drug) is the development of treat- tivities in areas of farming BUG efficacy and safety to actual ments “targeted specifically and agriculture. In March, experiments” that can mea- to the characteristics of the the city council approved sure real-life performance. individual patient’s cancer.” funds to develop a Master Linda Futral group Travel In time, the interaction In the longer run, he said, Plan for the land set aside Broker/Realtor between computer predic- “The consortium’s discover- for community farming and 925.980.3561 [email protected] (925) 447-4300 tion and experiment could ies could accelerate drug agriculture. Two parcels of Single Story in coveted Portola land, one on each side of Glen Community with 2-car www.lindafutral.com become so closely coupled discovery against many dis- License #01257605 In Downtown Livermore I-680, were identified. garage & yard! Just move in as it’s that “there is no human in eases.” travelbuglivermore.com Organizations that have upgraded and ready for you to the loop and we’re going expressed an interest in enjoy! 3 BD / 1.5 BA / 1,094 Sq. Ft.

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From 2005 to DA Launches Campaigns to Take on Two Issues 2010, Colleen served as the Director of State Government The Alameda County Trafficking," six public ser- how exploiters befriend their and bus shelters will in- Relations for two publicly-traded biotechnology companies. District Attorney’s Office vice ads have been placed victims on social media. clude the message “Save a has launched two new cam- on AC Transit buses and Another poster, “Girlfriend Life! Lock Up Your Guns.” for Sale,” focuses on how Correction paigns. Clear Channel bus shelters O’Malley stated, “If there A story that included cost of future ozone treatment fa- One is aimed at combat- throughout Alameda Coun- traffickers lure victims into are children living in or false relationships and then visiting your home, your cilities for Zone 7 water treatment plants was in error. The ting the sex trafficking of ty. The campaign focuses on correct total is $68 million. children and teens. The other the methods by which youth coerce them into the illicit gun must be secured and involves the first phase of are recruited by traffickers sex trade. locked in a place that no a public awareness effort and practical steps that can The campaign was cre- child can access. This is the focused on gun violence and interrupt sexual exploita- ated along with the anti- law in our state. When gun the safe storage of firearms. tion of children. Ads read- trafficking organization Ab- owners follow this law, lives As part of an education ing “Sex Traffickers Love olitionist Mom with input are saved and tragedies are effort called "Disrupt Sex Technology, Too” highlight from trafficking survivor prevented.” leaders and art direction by In the months ahead, the Garnet Creative. District Attorney’s Office KOTTINGER For information on how will continue the campaign (continued from page one) to identify, prevent, and to address gun violence, report human trafficking, highlighting messages such would change the economics be used temporarily, which please visit HEATwatch.org as safe storage to reduce of the bond financing. There will be paid back from bond and AbolitionistMom.org. the theft of firearms that are Las Positas College should be more of a guaran- funds, once the bonds were In partnership with Clear often then used in violent tee of the money source, said issued. Gardner said that Channel Outdoor, billboards crimes. Veterans First the bank. conversation with Union Supervisors agreed at Bank showed that the banker presents their Oct. 10 meeting that is satisfied with the change. keynote speaker Thom Shea they would instruct staff to Kottinger Gardens will Author of UNBREAKABLE: A Navy SEAL’s remove the language about ultimately provide 185 Way of Life on Thursday, the Measure A1 funding brand new affordable rental commitment that said the November 9 homes on two sites that had 1:00 at Las Positas College County would only provide previously provided 90. the funds if the Measure A1 and bonds had been issued by the Kottinger Place and Pleas- 7:00 at the Veterans Memorial Building time the funds were needed. anton Gardens, two distinct in Pleasanton. Staff returned Oct. 17 senior housing properties with revised language about initially built in the 1970 Open to the Public and Free of Charge. the funding. 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CalBRE# #01908304 4 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017 SUPERVISORS (continued from page one) Management Rewards Plan Taylor Family Foundation Haggerty listed $796,000 continue ongoing work, or EDITORIAL (FMRP). All county depart- and the Dublin Gael Boost- in carryover money, and fill in gaps, or to be used for ments have these funds as ers Club, $20,000 to the Miley showed $283,000 re- special projects. a reward for their in-house Livermore Rodeo Founda- maining in his 2016-17 fund. However, supervisors Work Together on Social Issues cost-cutting actions. tion, and $10.000 to the Fre- A criticism in the Grand agree with the Grand Jury The Pleasanton Human Services Commis- Each supervisor donates mont Symphony Orchestra. Jury report related to the fact in this respect: “The process sion has scheduled a series of conversations the money to a number of Supervisor Nate Miley, that supervisors have large for awarding funds can ben- non-profits in his or her whose district includes concerning a variety of issues. accumulated amounts that efit from increased account- district, making his/her own Pleasanton, Castro Valley, can be donated to non-profits ability measures to ensure Planned are meetings focused on five judgments about the merits unincorporated urban areas without any competitive the funds are used for ap- special interest areas: homelessness, senior of each recipient. near Hayward, and part of process. propriate public purposes.” In the Valley, records Oakland, donated $98,000 services, behavioral health, transportation Further, there sometimes The Grand Jury also states from the Grand Jury for to Hill Communications are no written contracts, and that the county’s Manual on services and access, and domestic violence approximately a two-year over two years to support little, if any, oversight about Accounting Procedures and and child abuse. period in 2014 and 2015 violence prevention educa- how the non-profits use the Policies (MAPP) requires show that Supervisor Scott tion. He gave $50,000 to the The stated goal of the workshops is to give donations. This falls short of the FMRP dollars to meet Haggerty, who lives in Dub- capital campaign of AXIS good governance, says the the same standards as other the public and local social service agencies lin, and represents that city, Health Center and a dona- Grand Jury. county expenditures on do- a platform to talk about what they see as Livermore, and Fremont, tion to Tri-Valley Senior The supervisors reply nations over $3000. gave large donations to some Support. community needs. Discussions would look that the allocation process The board agrees MAPP non-profits. He was a bene- Supervisors don’t spend is not a failure of good gov- says that all expenditures at service provider challenges, and identify factor for Las Positas 4-H all of their FMRP savings ernance. The FMRP is used must meet the same stan- opportunities to work together. Camp at $50,000. He gave in one year. The total for as a grant program, without dards, but the board also $31,000 to the Livermore five supervisors for a car- The issues are regional in nature. Col- specifically contracting for comments that a county Valley Joint Unified School ryover from a previous year services. Often the money policy grants exceptions laboration involving not just social service District, $25,000 each to the in 2016-17 was $9.7 million. is used as bridge funding to to supervisors concerning agencies, but also Tri-Valley cities will be procurement policy. important in efforts to come up with solu- tions. New Airport Manager Discusses Proposals in the Works Pleasanton is to be congratulated for New Livermore Munici- to conduct their programs. provide tax dollars." look at the impact on the lo- stepping up to the challenge. pal Airport Manager David A facility would have to be He explained that op- cal economy. One study, in Decoteau has been on the built. It would be located erations would be reduced the past, found that the air- job since August 1. outside the security area, because the planes would port contributed $57 million In an interview he talked with no access to the airport. not have to fly-in, pick up through new jobs and use of about some of the proposals During a city council passengers, fly out, return businesses, such as caterers, in the works, including a meeting earlier this year passengers, then return to hotels and restaurants. Retiree Motion Denied, More To STEM (science, technology, under the public forum, their current home bases. Decoteau noted that the engineering, math) facility speakers suggested that the If there were accommoda- airport is strategically placed Come In Health Care Lawsuit and new hangars to accom- new hangar could be built tions for the planes locally, for use in emergency situa- modate planes already flying where the old terminal build- they would fly out and back, tions. ing now sits. Private funding cutting operations from four For example, the Civil Oakland Superior Court their own beginning in 2008. in and out of the airport, but based elsewhere. would be used. to two. Air Patrol has been flying Their lawsuit was filed in Judge George Hernandez Decoteau also mentioned The airport now operates Any plans for new han- missions for FEMA to assist last week denied the wish 2010 and became a class the airport's use during 392 hangars: 262 are small gars would need council in debris removal and dam- of Lawrence Livermore action three years later. emergencies and its impact T-hangars, 64 are medium approval to proceed. age estimates from the North National Laboratory retirees The court action does not on the economy. sized and 39 are large. Tax dollars paid by own- Bay fires. Seven aircraft for a summary judgment that foreclose the possibility that The STEM proposal, There is interest on the ers of planes go to support have been in the air for 16 part of the current fixed the local community, includ- hours a day conducting the would grant them damages, the retirees could still prevail in its preliminary stages, base operator (FBO), Five ing schools and the city. surveys over the past few as well as reinstatement to in some future trial or other currently is going through the Airport Commission. Rivers Aviation, in build- Decoteau said that a study weeks. court process. University of California "If the commission recom- ing four large hangars that conducted about ten years Decoteau said of the fu- health care programs. In tentative rulings, the mends the idea, it would could house jets and planes ago estimated that $800,000 ture, there are no plans for The retirees were part of same judge denied UC mo- go to the city council for that already operate out of a year in taxes were paid on commercial service, nor UC health programs until tions to dismiss the retiree final approval," according Livermore. Decoteau noted planes based at the Liver- does he have any plans to a contract change forced lawsuit altogether and to to Decoteau. that having the planes based more Airport. He added that make big changes. locally would be good for he would like to see a study He complimented the them to seek health care on decertify the retiree class. Envisioned would be a the city. It would reduce the conducted to determine what past management, noting centralized location where various youth and club number of operations and the current amount might be. "The airport serves the com- STEM groups could gather He would also like to munity well."

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(Opinions voiced in let- and L Street in Livermore. meetings. Do you know terests to persuade Liver- housing, an expensive hotel terms of content, schedule or ters published in Mailbox Our wonderful sponsors why? I feel our local politi- more taxpayers to subsidize and a parking garage to visit, cost. If it is, it will fail. The are those of the author and included Signature Homes, cians have already decided construction of a densely- instead of a real business present planning process for do not necessarily reflect the Emerald Gate Studios, Fos- what they want done. Sure packed block of high-rise district? People will inevita- the downtown area is headed opinion of The Independent. ter Interstate Media Inc., the public might have input structures to replace the bly say, "Too bad, there's no for an over specified result The Independent will not Robert Dutton Investiga- on where a shrub will go. large parking lot in the cen- "there" there in Livermore and resembles what the publish anonymous letters. tions, Mark Davis DJ, Bent However, I feel the nitty grit- ter of our city. anymore!" Pentagon calls a “Christmas All letters are required to Creek Winery, Page Mill ty has already been decided The resulting PlaceWorks Tree:” every participant is have the names of the per- Winery, Livermore Valley behind closed doors. All Town Center Plan will fill Trash Talk striving to put his or her sons submitting them. Abu- Performing Arts Center, the mailbox letters I've read the redevelopment area in Diana Fredrich ornament on it, producing an sive letters may be rejected Winners Circle Sports Mar- comment about these pre- our downtown core with Livermore unattractive and impossible keting, Marcel Orthodontics, senters going on and on and housing, a multi-story park- Litter along our streets result for those who are to or edited. Frequent letter Andrea Brooks and Patelco writers may have publica- giving ridiculous reasoning ing structure and a high- and roadways (or anywhere, design, fund, and execute it. Credit Union. priced hotel. Sound famil- tion of their letters delayed. for their one sided opinions, for that matter) makes our I would suggest that con- We are also grateful to and they also speak for the iar? Well, it's the Lennar plan sidering separately the three Letters should be sent by the following individuals towns and cities look literal- entire time. all over again! ly trashy. I am both angered pieces of land involved, that email to editmail@com- and companies for their What is different now is are differently constrained, puserve.com) The public doesn't have and frustrated to drive or generous contributions to a chance to voice its con- that PlaceWorks has suc- offers a way to proceed in the raffles and silent auc- pass by areas where people cerns, sounds suspicious. ceeded in enlisting practical- have obviously just thrown a controlled and sensible Thanking Sponsors tion at the Gala: Altamont We should stand together ly all of the citizens attend- fashion. Brewery, Backyard Bay- litter on the ground. One (of Tri-Valley Haven Board and say NO to any housing. ing the summer workshops many) areas where I con- First: the parking lot of Directors, ou, Concannon Vineyards, Affordable housing, maybe to endorse their plan. They next to the Bankhead, the First Street Alehouse, Frank stantly see a large amount Andrea Brooks, President the 10% Section 8 required did this more effectively this of litter is at the Southwest SpeeDee property, and com- Livermore Jakubka, Greg and Evelyn housing, but the rest will year by letting them "vote" plementary property across Lamberg, Heidi Hall, Jen- corner at the stoplight in- On behalf of the Board surely not be affordable. for their own favorite trinket tersection of Isabel and the Railroad Avenue offer the nifer and Sean Hamilton, What is the definition of Af- -- like their own design and best site for a hotel and of Directors of Tri-Valley Kendra Scott Jewelry, Lance connector to Stanley Blvd. fordable Housing? I've read location of an ideal hotel, or along the fence line. To- parking garage. The City Haven, I would like to thank Cavalieri Jewelers, Laning for a patch of lawn with a all the businesses and indi- the city has funds that need day, I placed a maintenance owns these parcels, and Thompson, Las Positas Golf shaded sitting bench some- there is already a proposal to viduals that made our 40th to be used for a housing proj- request with the City of Course, Lisa Johnston, Mia ect, and it has to be there. where in it, or a right turn proceed. Selling the parking Anniversary Gala such a Napote Winery, Michele’s Livermore to have this area I'm sure they can come up instead of a left turn. cleaned up. You too can go lot and SpeeDee property to memorable event. Jewelry Box, Oakland A’s, with something else if we The net result is that the a hotel proposer/developer Our June 30 dinner- Pinot’s Palette, Randy Han, to their website and place an say NO to their plans. They votes of ALL the individual online maintenance request. and allowing that project to dance at the Dublin Ranch Robert Gundrey, Rockin built all this other housing workshop attendees who move ahead uncouples this Golf Course was a very suc- Jump, San Jose Sharks, I urge concerned citizens on First Street down a couple filled out a comment card to do this. I also believe that component from the sure to cessful and enjoyable event. Steven Kent Winery, Terra of blocks and nobody cared. will be compiled and "ana- come strife over the larger Mia, The Oakland Raiders, a Public Service campaign It raised $18,000 to support If they build a hotel/confer- lyzed" in November, so should be waged about lit- Lucky site. The City can Tri-Valley Haven’s vital ser- Tri-Valley Conservancy, Tri- ence center it should be lo- the new city council can proceed in parallel to build Valley Ice, Vermeil Wines, tering, with signs about vices, which include shelters cated with a view, good flow complete its imperative. The the fines, and also raising a parking structure opening for victims of both domestic Vine Cinemas, Wente Vine- for traffic, etc. I don't think result is a central block filled on I street. Parking issues yards and Yarnall Jewelers. the public awareness of the abuse and homelessness, anyone would be content with a city-subsidized hotel, problem. In these times appear difficult but solvable a rape crisis center, a food Special recognition goes spending $$ on a expensive a subsidized high rise hous- no matter where a garage is to board secretary Jenny when it feels like we can’t pantry, counseling, educa- destination hotel room and ing development, a few more control a lot about our gov- located. The cost of subsur- tion, and other programs that Hamilton and vice-president seeing a building wall, air dead-end access streets, and face parking renders it out of Sue Reynolds for months of ernment, perhaps we can at serve as a safety net for resi- conditioning units on small another behemoth parking least try to take care of some the question. dents of the tri-valley area. planning and hard work co- businesses or a parking lot structure for those precious maintenance here in our own The Bankhead and the A special thank-you goes chairing the Gala -- and all out their window. automobiles. backyard! hotel meeting rooms pro- to Steve Elliott, Bob Hoff- the hard-working volunteers I know business own- The casualty? Your op- Let’s work together to try vide an adequate conference portunity to have a large man, Dick Crawford and who helped put everything ers see a hotel as a must. and reduce the litter in our center for any meeting likely downtown Town Square to come to Livermore. The Roger Everett, who were together! Shouldn't a hotel be built towns and along our road- where there are beautiful Pedestrian Plaza that you ways and waterways! Keep developer can decide the honored at the event for the could proudly proclaim to size of these rooms as part many hours of work they No to Housing Livermore views and offer the Tri-Valley beautiful. Sandie Spelts free shuttle service to and be the defining recreational of the business plan for donated to transform the Tri- core of your beautiful and Livermore from downtown? At this the hotel. The laboratories Valley Haven Thrift Shop economically vibrant city. Downtown Planning have adequate conference into the attractive, welcom- Hi neighbors, I don't have point, just repave. Jay Davis What's this Town Square facilities for their needs ing place it is today at the to waste my time going to you ask? Oh, it's the "too- Livermore and should not burden any corner of Railroad Avenue these downtown planning Big Mistake expensive" "no-housing" I have watched and fol- downtown design or plan- Chester Moore redevelopment concept that lowed this process for some ning. A good hotel de- Livermore the new council made sure time, sensitized by my expe- sign would have views over It's a big mistake for you didn't see or discuss in rience as a project manager Blacksmith Square of the Livermore to destroy its their "Public Workshops". in government, as a former nearby green sites and the downtown core by adopting All of this is the culmina- LVPAC Board Member and Pleasanton Ridge beyond. policies that only encour- tion of decades of dedicated as the former Chair of the Second: the Lucky site (INLAND VALLEY PUBLISHING CO.) Publisher: Joan Kinney Seppala age more of the automobile political efforts to economi- Board of the Chamber of was bought with funds that Associate Publisher: David T. Lowell (In Memoriam) traffic that is already sadly cally subsidize the nice busi- Commerce. I have several require housing develop- Editor: Janet Armantrout nesses located along the four observations that may be The Independent (USPS 300) is published every Thursday by Inland Valley Publishing Company, 2250 First St., congesting our downtown. ment. The plan should in- Livermore, CA 94550; (925) 447-8700. Mailed at Periodical Postage Prices at the Livermore Post Office and additional The current big mistake blocks of First Street. worth consideration. clude the amount of housing entry office: Pleasanton, CA 94566-9998.T he Independent is mailed upon request. Go to www.independentnews. is that the Livermore City If you ever want a Town There is a phrase in proj- required to clear that obliga- com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Independent, ect management that says a 2250 First St., Livermore, CA 94550. Council has hired an ex- Square in the future you tion, provide parking for could close off traffic on project “must be capable of Advertising and subscription rates may be obtained by calling (925) 447-8700 pensive consulting firm to residents, space for business accomplishment.” The proj- during regular business hours or by fax: (925) 447-0212. advance the long-pursued First Street. But who would expansion, space for several Editorial information may be submitted by [email protected]. want to go there if is sur- ect must not be over speci- agenda of downtown in- www.independentnews.com rounded by only high-rise fied or over constrained in (More MAILBOX, page 9) NOVEMBER 2, 2017 • The Independent 5 DOWNTOWN (continued from page one) spend time. The restaurants will reach the City Coun- more.org provide younger people a cil. Involvement from all On November 4, a pop- place to gather for food, members of the community up event will be held during but once they finish eating, will be important he said. the “Pete the Cat” Party at the options for them in the Fostering a sense of civic the Civic Center Library, downtown are limited. The responsibility among future 2-4 pm. class agreed more outside generations is as vital to the space would be welcome. improvement of Livermore One student suggested more as anything else, he added. trees for shade. They also The public outreach showed interest in the po- phase of planning for 8.2 tential for a cultural facility, acres in the heart of down- such as a gallery or a mu- town Livermore is coming seum with rotating exhibits. to an end. The final opportu- Reed Stewart reminded stu- nity to provide input online dents that the final decision concerning development on uses would always come Plumbing back to cost. A crucial part in the heart of downtown Livermore, CA of the planning and deci- Livermore is November 3 (925) 371-5671 sions relate to how much the at 5 p.m. The website can be [email protected] Photo - Doug Jorgensen accessed at www.yourliver- Valley Montessori School celebrated diversity during the annual UN/World Culture Day event. City would need to spend License #601931 and the revenue it could ex- Students dress in clothing that represents their cultures. Students parade to a park and sing pect from the development songs. Families are invited to the performance and back to the individual classrooms after investments. A museum or the performance for a potluck where they share different dishes from around the globe. This amply-shaded open space annual event has become one of the school's favorite traditions. would be appreciated, espe- cially by young people, but would need to be balanced by plans that ultimately ben- Live Music Every Sunday! LYDIKSEN (indoors if poor weather) (continued from page one) efit Livermore’s economy, earlier time and philosophy population (expansion),” not in disagreement, but it according to Stewart. Gorgeous Grounds Available For Weddings & Events in education. Now, other said Miller. The district’s makes sense to think about Stewart encouraged the Fine Wines Made From Our Own California designs can provide better demographer has said that the idea holistically.” students to voice their opin- Certified Organic Grapes flexibility for project-based Pleasanton will need two The district owns an el- ions in the coming weeks learning involving various new elementary schools by ementary school site on when community feedback 1356 S. Livermore Ave, CA | (925) 447-8941 teams of students. build-out. Vineyard Avenue worth an Hours: 12-4:30pm; Closed Wed Besides classroom de- Trustee Jamie Hintzke estimated $30 million. The sign, the committee will said that the district has school buildings themselves look at whether there should earmarked bond money to might cost $35 million. be one story or two-story build a new elementary Trustees have looked at that buildings, phasing of con- school. Miller replied, “We as a package that would meet struction, and planning for only have $35 million. We the money requirements. future capacity. learned a couple of weeks However, in past discussions NEW LISTING The board could decide ago that that’s not going to board members also said to add extra capacity to be enough to build a new that the Vineyard Avenue accommodate future enroll- school.” site is not close to the future ment. Alternatively, , as an However, at a recent expected population bulge interim measure, land on meeting, the board discussed on the North Side. the site could be reserved other options (such as sell- There is also the pos- Valerie Castellana for growth. Utilities coming ing property to add to the sibility of some East Side 415.533.9211 to the site could be stubbed, $35 million), said Hintzke. development. A developer CalBRE#01324085 awaiting future connections. “Nobody is saying that we has proposed housing for Currently, the school has are not doing that. Is that land currently in the city on four or five vacant class- correct? There are people Busch Road. Further, the de- rooms. around town saying, ‘No, veloper has talked to County Board Vice-president we don’t want to build an- Supervisor Nate Miley and Mark Miller said he won- other elementary school.’ to Zone 7 Water Agency 5625 Arlene Way, Livermore dered whether it might be I would say that’s wrong,” staff about developing un- $998,000 reasonable to expand Ly- said Hintzke. incorporated land beyond Gorgeous updated 4BD/3BA retreat on a Miller replied, “I would diksen’s boundaries to allow Pleasanton’s Urban Growth large lot with delightful outdoor entertainment Johanna Hall for a larger future capac- only say that we should not Boundary, but within the space near parks, schools, Lawrence embark on something we 510.701.9392 ity to relieve overcrowd- County's Urban Growth Livermore Lab and the 580 freeway. CalBRE#01937719 ing elsewhere, such as at cannot afford. If it’s truly Boundary. The number of Donlon. The district may going to take $60 million to units has been scaled down OPEN SAT 11/4 & SUN 11/5, 1:00-4:00PM not have enough money to build a new school, and we from an earlier proposal, and OPEN SAT 11/11 & SUN 11/12, 1:00-4:00PM build a new school in the have $35 million, plus a few would not make as large a future. “We may have to assets, it’s a non-starter. I’m demand on school housing. 5625ArleneWayLivermore.com use existing schools to solve

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The Fusion U10 Maroon girls played as the “Running Dead” The Fusion U9 Girls Maroon took home second place in last in this past weekend's Fusion Ghouls and Goals Tournament. weekend's Diablo FC Halloween Kick or Treat Classic. For The Zombies had a great weekend. Team roster includes their tournament attire the girls chose a retro theme: "I heart Livermore Fusion SC named Devin (right) and Griffin Ella Abey, Olivia Abey, Kailey Gandolfo, Kailtyn Denton, Elle the 80's!" tee-shirts, hot pink socks & headbands, and DayGlo Gomes Co-Players of the Week. The twins won the award Eichenberger, Savannah Hattaway, Isabella Montenegro, yellow tulle skirts. Fusion won 3 of 4 games and scored 14 as the Recreational or Select players who best embody the Claire Kenyon, Maayan Shapiro, Celeste Gaucin and Coach goals while allowing only 3 goals against. The team includs Club's Word of the Week: Determination. Devin and Griffin Isaac Robledo. Makenna Couch, Izzy Robinson, Saniyah Lee, Aliyah Vasquez, play for Fusion's U7 Fireballs. Their Coach Lisa Villanueva Isabella Vasquez, Kaitlyn Bulleri, Aylleen Gaucin, Kadence notes, "These Gomes twins are ones to watch for. They are Gandolfo, June Hopcus, Avery Stephens, Shelby Sousa and determined at every game to play their best and it's nothing Coach Omar Cervantes. short of that. They can run around the field during games and practices and never give up no matter how long they are seniors Dylan Pottgieser with 2 goals strong defense coming from juniors playing, they are little thunderbolts. They both love soccer (1 assist), Matthew Dotson with 2 goals Nathan Williams (1 goal, 1 assist, and use their skills and determination in ice hockey also." (1 assist, 1 steal), Drake Southern with 2 steals), Dylan Weiglein (1 goal, 1 1 goal (2 assists, 2 steals) and Harrison assist, 1 steal), Brendan Cassidy (1 Carter in goal with 4 saves. This was goal, 1 steal), and Ryan Weiglein (2 a good team win in support of the steals). Next up for Foothill will be the seniors with additional scoring and Donate Your Vehicle to Tri-Valley Conservancy Help Preserve Land for Future Generations

Livermore Fusion U11 Select Bronze are (standing back, from left) coaches Ulash Turkhan, Mike Harris, Rick Meyer, Surd Prathnadi; (standing, middle) Ryan Meyer, Ryan Joseph, Akshath Prakash, Yusha Rencuzogullari, Nishanth Nayak, Colton Anderson, Jaden Vassal, Amir Anwary; (kneeling) Devin Turkhan, Malik Guenouche, Jaxson Harris, Aiden Melton, and Anon Prathnadi. Donate cars, trucks, boats, tractors and Livermore Junior Football League Colts get ready for the 2nd half against the Pleasanton Junior Football Livermore Jr. Football Foothill Water Polo RV’s. Running or not. Tax Deductible. The Livermore Junior Football The Foothill High School boys League Seahawks. League Colts went up against the varsity water polo team ended their C all 1-888-686-4483 Pleasanton Junior Football League regular season with an 8-6 win over Seahawks who flew away with the vic- crosstown rival Amador Valley and or visit tory. While it was a tough day on the a berth in the NCS championship TriValleyConservancy.org gridiron, the Colts never quit and kept playoffs. Standouts for Foothill were pushing til the clock ran out. Some of the highlights from the game included lots of tackles by Damon Miller (76), Gabe Moncada (72), Daltin Silva (50), Tyler DeLisle (32), Chase Paulo (20), Jacob Salhoff (44), Austin Calkins (56), Erik Anderson (52); fumble recovery by T.DeLisle; Good pass defense by Luca Montalvo (40) and D.Miller; sack FREE COMMUNITY SHRED EVENT! by D.Silva; First reception by Chase Parker (81) as Tight End; Some Colts go into the running game as A.Calkins, Christian Reynoso (21), J.Salhoff and SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2017 D.Silva each toted the rock in the 2nd half. In the end, it was the Seahawks' 9 am - 12 pm day as they took the victory 28-0. Seniors LJFL Patriots vs. PJFL Livermore Junior Football League Patriots take the win Saints: The Patriots squared off against LIVERMORE CITY HALL PARKING LOT under the lights. the Saints to decide who was the stronger, as the previous games were split. Patriots struck 1st with an early 1052 S. LIVERMORE AVE drive that included a 30 yard pass from Joe Schweig (12) to Andrew Hofmann (22). The drive was finished off with a 3 yd TD run by Eric Hall (24). XP run good by Will Wentworth (80). Patriots found gold again on their next posses- sion as W.Wentworth busted through a hole for a 30 yd score. After that, the Saints responded as #16 scored on a CELEBRATES 22 yd TD run. The Saints answered again with less than a minute to go in AMERICA RECYCLES DAY the half as #24 connected on a 65 yd TD reception. Patriots made some adjustments on offense and defense at Livermore residents* may bring up to 3 banker boxes the half, which broke the game wide (10”x12”x24”) of paper documents to be securely shredded on open. The Patriots' O-Line (Branden site for FREE. Harvey (55), Wesley Montgomery (99), Hayden Williams (77), Tanner Parker (88), Sean Stotts (52), Carter  WHITE & COLOR PAPER  FILE FOLDERS  WINDOW ENVELOPS O’Dwyer (61) and Baker O’Dwyer (72) kept blowing holes wide open in  CLIPS, STAPLES & RUBBLER BANDS OK the 2nd half as W.Wentworth kicked off the 2nd half with a 65 yd TD run. No: photographs, plastic protectors, binders, newspapers and W.Wentworth added to his huge day magazines please. Foothill High School girls varsity water polo team hosted by scoring on a 25 yd TD run after a Granada on Senior Night October 16th. Seniors pictured huge sack by C.O’Dwyer and fumble * ID Required recovery by Nathan Lloyd (56). After left to right are Madison Weiglein, Samantha Santana, an interception by Mikian Pickerill Emily McElroy, Meghan Hogue, Lauren Dennen, and Erin (32), W.Wentworth busted into the end To find out more about this event and recycling at home, please visit us at zone one more time on a 42 yd TD run. www.LivermoreRecycles.org Schafer. Photo - Lisa Thordsen XP run was good by J.Schweig. The Patriots completed their scoring frenzy Contact Us | [email protected] | 925-960-8015 with a beautiful TD by Eric Hall (24) as he blazed a 48 yd trail to the zone for the final TD of the day. XP pass IN COLLABORATION WITH to Nate Lee (28) good. In addition to the scoring plays, the Patriots' defense was really engaged as Tyler Leonis (16), C.O'Dwyer, W.Montgomery, and W.Wentworth had sacks; Wesley Short (42), J.Schweig, E.Hall, and M.Pickerill had some awesome tackles, and N. Lloyd stuffed the Saints RB in the backfield for a loss. Patriots win 42-14. facebook.com/cityoflivermore twitter.com/cityoflivermore www.nextdoor.com

Fusion U15 Girls Gold traveled to Dublin on Oct. 21 to take on Dublin United 03 Premier. Strong defense and smart possession play sparked Fusion to a 3-1 victory. Alana Cox scored twice for Fusion and Kayla Nuti once. Oct. 22, the team downed Mustang SC Attack 1-0 in Danville. The game featured a highly dramatic finish, with Fusion's Alana Cox scoring on a penalty kick after Fusion keeper Isabelle Messamer rejected two PK attempts from Mustang. Pictured are the Livermore Fusion U15 Girls Gold with Coach Lauren Pien. The team is undefeated on the season.

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Smoke Fastpitch 15U - played in the Turlock Halloween Classic in Modesto this weekend. Smoke Fastpitch went 4-1 to fall short in the championship game against Valley Rage. Pictured are (top row) Brooke Bowles, Emily Simon, Christiana Gumataotao, Laen Ongiil, Erika Beakey, Meleana Kaheiki-Farias; (bottmo row) Naomi Lin, Erin Schrader, Zoey Photo - Doug Jorgensen Figlenski, and Keana Castro, Lindsay Hill. The Foothill High School girls varsity volleyball team defeated Amador Valley in a conference match, 3 to 0.

Photo - Doug Jorgensen Livermore High School lost 58 to 14 to Foothill in a varsity football game. The defeat brought Livermore down to 3-6. Foothill's record now stands at 6-3. Both schools will take on crosstown rivals on Friday with Livermore facing Granada and Foothill facing Amador Valley. Pictured is the West Coast Soccer Club WildKatz 05 team.

Fusion set the tone for the game im- highlights included Tyler Palma, Jack mediately, as Caden Romero scored Badger, and Cole Cainey. within the first minute. Three more Fusion goals would follow, while a stout defense led by Zack Lininger and Jaden Rodriguez limited Ballistic West Coast Soccer to one score, as Fusion rolled 4-1. The West Coast Soccer Club’s girls’ Photo - Doug Jorgensen win gave Fusion a sweep of all three team WildKatz 05 competed in The Foothill High School boys varsity water polo team ended State Cup Round #1 matches. The team MVLA’a Bay Area Fall Cup during finished first in their bracket and will the weekend of October 28th-29th. their regular season with an 8-6 win over crosstown rival WildKatz took to the pitch in Hayward advance to Sacramento for round #2. at Chabot College ready to play their Amador Valley and a berth in the NCS championship playoffs. first match against CNS Stars. Wild- Katz took control of the game minutes CYO Basketball into the match and scored quickly with section playoffs on either Wednesday Boys Bronze team emerged as The "Bucket Squad" (SMSC 4th back-to-back goals by Nadia Sherman. or Thursday, depending on seeding. Champions of the “ Boo Cup Soc- Grade Boys Green Division) started Aliah Avila and Karlee Lywandowsky The Foothill Girls Water Polo cer Tournament - U11 2007 White their CYO basketball season with a scored making it 4-0 at the half. In the West Cost U17G Wildfire competed in the MVLA team finished the regular season strong Division” conducted by San Ramon great game against St. Isidore (Dan- second half, Savannah Cordero blasted tournament at Chabot college. winning six of their last nine games, Futbol Club over the Oct 28/29th ville) on Sunday, Oct 29th. Led by the net. One more goal for WildKatz including wins over league opponents weekend in San Ramon. Coached by Manning DeKay's 9 points, the boys (continued on page 8) Granada and Amador, to secure a bid Head Coach Mike Harris and assistant came from behind to tie up the game in this week's NCS tournament. coaches Rick Meyer, Surd Prathnadi with 1:42 remaining. Even though Foothill's Senior Night took and Ulash Turkhan, the team wore they lost a close one 17-20, coaches place on October 16th when the Lady a colorful Boo Spirited Life Guard Uniform and displayed excellent talent Lee Johnson and Mike Rieke were Falcons hosted and defeated Granada impressed with everyone's hustle and 15-5 with the three senior captains and sportsmanship on the field. With tremendous dribbling, ball control teamwork, and they look forward to a leading the charge. Emily McElroy great season ahead. had a standout game with five goals, and passing skills, they won all their 3 five assists, and two steals. Lauren preliminary games with scores of (9-1, SMSC 4th Grade Boys A team Dennen had two goals, three assists, 8-0, 5-2) and moved on to finals. They started the season with a win over St. and three saves, and Madison Weiglein met “San Ramon FC Select 07B-2” Joan of Arc on Sunday. They leapt to rounded out the captain trio surge with team in the finals and put together an 18-7 halftime lead based on unself- two goals, four assists, and two steals. another scintillating performance tak- ish team play and defensive pressure. Goals were also scored by senior ing a 3-1 in the first half. San Ramon St. Joan made a push in the third Meghan Hogue (two) and sophomore Fusion Select boys finished with a 5 - 2 quarter, adding some great shots and Monica Ureno (three). Sophomore score and successfully defended their free throws to close the gap. SMSC Kaylee Dillon recorded a season high Championship title. Additionally, the refocused their defense and closed out five saves in the goal. boys hold an excellent record in their the game to win 32-28. Offensive high- Foothill next faced non-league on-going Select league season with a lights include Dylan Wherry and Erik opponent Las Lomas in a nail biter on record of 5 wins, 1 tie and 0 loss with 2 more games to go. Schock with 7 points each, followed October 18th. The game was tied 6-6 at by Jarrett Fahnhorst and Brandon the half with the Falcons losing 11-10 U10 Boys' Black hosted Ballistic West Coast Soccer Warriors NPL 02 Girls took 1st Place when junior Maddie Bolt's long goal United at Robertson Park on Oct. 22. Hahn each with 6 points. Defensive attempt to tie the game at the buzzer at Bay Area Fall Cup. fell short by just a few inches. Goals were scored by five Foothill players: McElroy (4), senior Erin Schafer (2), Dennen (2), and one a piece by Bolt and Weiglein. Sophomore goalie Sam Ramirez was key in the defensive effort with six saves and with Weiglein con- tributing three of the team's eight steals. The regular season ended when crosstown rival Amador hosted Foothill on October 26th. With the score tied at 2-2 and :01 remaining in the first half, McElroy passed the ball to Weiglein who scored from half court to secure a 3-2 lead at the half. The Falcons sustained the lead for the remainder of the game defeating FREE the Dons 6-4. Goals were scored by Weiglein (3), McElroy (2), and Schafer ADMISSION VETERANS (1), with the key defensive effort com- FOR VETERANS & DAY ing from goalie Ramirez who had nine ACTIVE MILITARY CELEBRATIONS saves and two steals. MEMBERS ON ALL WEEKEND SAT & SUN!* LONG! Fusion U10 Girls Gold competed in the "Boo Cup" tournament, Livermore Fusion Livermore Fusion's two U15 hosted by San Ramon FC on Oct. 29-30. The girls sported Boys Select teams squared off, with "Wondergirls" t-shirts with matching socks, accented by a Fusion Fury defeating Fusion Copper 3-1 on Oct. 22. The Copper squad kaleidoscopic mélange of cleat colors. After edging Napa struck first, scoring at the 22 minute United 4-3 to start tournament play, the team blasted San mark of the first half. Fury scored the Ramon 7-1 to roar into the second round. Fusion then dropped next three goals, all in the first half, to 28TH earn the victory. FUELCURVE.COM two close matches to California Magic to finish second overall. Livermore Fusion Select U11

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On day two of the Bay, a total of 28 barbe- Spanish, refers to a situa- tournament play, WildKatz met Mill cue teams will be competing tion in which people directly the cash in that jar, around Valley Rockers on the pitch. WildKatz for top bragging rights in the compete or argue with one $300, went directly to Au- controlled the game throughout. Silva found the net to put WildKatz up in the 5th annual Mano a Mano Rib another. A throwdown is a tism Speaks," Johnston said. first half of play followed by a goal by Throwdown on Saturday, challenge usually involving "Pretty awesome stuff!" Cordero to clinch the win and trip to Autism Speaks is a na- the championship for WildKatz. In November 11. physical or artistic skills - or the last match of the tournament, the "For guests, it's an easy- in this case, both. tional organization dedicat- championship, WildKatz met South ed to promoting solutions, Valley United of Visalia. The half going day full of barbecue, "The Mano a Mano Rib would end with WildKatz in the lead delicious wine and music," Throwdown is a caveman- across the spectrum and by only one goal. After halftime, said organizer Scott John- style barbecue rib competi- throughout the lifespan, for Zamora would find the net two times and Silva would have another before ston of Starvin Marvins Bay tion. No electronic devices the needs of individuals with the end of the match. Jayden Morton Area BBQ. "A lot of the or foil can be used," John- autism and their families finalized the win with a shot from the through advocacy and sup- top of the goalie box. WildKatz took participating pitmasters are ston said. "It's the pitmaster, the win and 1st place for U13 girls. Kansas City Barbecue So- his pit and the ribs." port, increasing understand- WildKatz defense including goalie ing and acceptance of people Bella Gelao, defenders Madison Reid, ciety competitors, so they're Entry to the event is free, Jasmine Staples, Sydney Goodwin, used to being in a spot for although a $10 donation is with autism, and advancing Makenna Galvan and Taryn Richey over 24 hours and cooking requested to benefit Autism research into causes of and kept their opponents scoreless in every game of the tournament with 4 shut four categories of meat. This Speaks. better interventions for au- outs. During the tournament, WildKatz throwdown provides them a "We have family and tism spectrum disorder. totaled 14 points for and 0 against. "G & Pops is a husband West Coast Soccer Warriors more relaxed atmosphere. friends who have been af- NPL 02 Girls took 1st Place at Bay Don't be mistaken though, fected by autism, and ful- and wife team, and we got Area Fall Cup. involved in the Mano a Warriors started off with a 4-2 win there is a lot at stake - a year's ly understand the support against the Earthquakes. Goals were worth of bragging rights!" needed for those with autism Mano Rib Throwdown com- by Caitlin Garrison assisted by Kaila All are invited to attend and their families," Johnston petition because of the great Vasconez; two by Heather Tarabini assisted by Caitlin Garrison and Jordan the event at Retzlaff Vine- said. "It is amazing to see the cause - raising money for Brown Mundey. The fourth and final yards in Livermore, from 11 generosity of the teams and Autism Speaks," Honesto goal was scored by Kaitlin Carlton said. "Having the Bay Area's assisted by Joselyn Herrera. a.m. to 5 p.m. the guests." Warriors came away with a 1-0 "The feedback after last Last year, Tomeako Ho- best barbecue teams at the over the home team Red Stars. The event made it no easy task only goal of the game was scored year's event was amazing," nesto of G & Pops BBQ Pictured are (from left) organizer Dustin Claussen with by Heather Tarabini. Warriors kept a Johnston said. "All year long Catering in San Jose, not taking first place. Defending 2016 winners Sandra and Tomeako Honesto, of G & strong defense from Leila Ganz, Lind- competitors were talking only earned the top honor, our title this year, against sey Plant, Kaila Vasconez, Arianna Pops BBQ. Moore and Jordan Brown Mundey. Goal keepers Victoria Morfin and Morgan Blankenship got the shutout. Warriors were up for the challenge teams that are nationally accepting volunteer judge defeating Marin FC 3-1 in the semifi- Raiders Honor Granada Coach Silva known, will be a real chal- registrations on the website," nals. Great midfield play from Kaitlin lenge." Garrison, Alyssa Ruelas, Mikayla Granada High School’s Johnston said. "No previous Lohman, Isabella Mello, helped keep (GHS) Varsity Football Entries, with a turn-in experience is necessary. the flow going on offense. Two goals Coach Tim Silva was rec- time of 2:30, will be judged That day, judges will be were scored by Heather Tarabini and on appearance, tenderness one by Makayla Mariano to secure ognized last week as the given a crash course on the win. Oakland Raiders Tom Quarterand taste. AnyPage ties will Magazine(4.25”x5.5”) be how to judge competition Warriors played Surf San Jose Flores High School Coach broken by the highest ten- barbecue. They will get an in the Championship game. Heather derness score. If a tie still Tarabini got West Coast on the score of the Week following opportunity to sample and sheet first. Surf San Jose would equal- the GHS Matadors’ 27-24 exists, the entry with the score rib entries from some ize but the Warriors continued their victory over Monte Vis- overall highest score will of Northern California's top strong team play where Kaila Vasconez prevail. And should there got the game winner to bring home the ta High in their October barbecue pitmasters." Bay Area Fall Cup. 13 game. Representatives still be a tie, each pitmaster To sign up or learn more, West Cost U17G Wildfire com- of the NFL team, includ- will chug a beer with the first visit ribthrowdown.com. peted in the MVLA tournament at mug to hit the table winning. Chabot college. In the first game ing former Raider Robert Quarter Page Magazine(4.25”x5.5”)Retzlaff Vineyards is lo- Wildfire defeated Milpitas MYSL 5-0 Jenkins and a Raiderette, Quarter"We Page need judges,Magazine(4.25”x5.5”) and are cated at 1356 S. Livermore With goals from Jaden Hall, Savannah Avenue. Boone, Savannah Seals, Amiah Leak presented a check on the and Julianna Munoz. field. “Good players make Granada High School football team, Coach Silva, Robert In the second game Wildfire good coaches,” said Silva, Jenkins, et al., with check Photos courtesy of LVJUSD defeated Allstars United soccer club. Savannah Seals was on fire with four crediting his team for this goals. Amiah Leak and Savannah season’s performance. “We Boone also scored giving West Coast are blessed at Granada to Jenkins spoke to the GHS the win with a score of 6-0 . student-athletes, both on On Sunday, Wildfire defeated have some good players and and off the field," said Clark team before presenting the Castro Valley in the semi finals with great young men.” Conover, athletic director check to Silva about the goals from Tatiana Elsea, Savannah Silva is in his 11th year at importance of a good head Boone, and Meredith Hagler for a at GHS. shutout of 3-0 advancing them to the GHS, and 27th year overall The program is named coach and supporting one championship game. as a head coach. He played after 2-time Super Bowl another as a team. The foot- In Sunday’s championship game, strong safety at Amador ball program received a Wildfire matched up with Utah Red winning Raiders Coach Tom Devils. Jaden Hall tied the game up Valley High School and Flores and presented by $1,000 donation from the Dreaming Up the Ideal with an assist from Savannah Seals. Cal Poly. Gatorade. The award recog- Raiders Foundation and the Second half Tatiana Elsea made a "It is a great honor that NFL Foundation, as well as spectacular shot over the head of the nizes high school football Retirement Is Your Job. Utah GK giving them the 2-1 lead. Coach Tim Silva has been coaches who continuously $1,000 worth of Gatorade Dreaming Up the Ideal Kayla Grisham scored to make it 3-1. selected as the Oakland demonstrate hard work and product. RetirementHelping YouIs Your Get Job. There Is Ours. Midfielders Precious Martinez, Kayla Raiders Tom Flores High dedication to their football The GHS Matadors are Grisham and Jessa Lyons continued to School Coach of the Week. Helping You Get There Is Ours. distribute the ball well while defend- programs by creating suc- currently 4-4 for the year, Dreaming Up the Ideal ers Fayth Hinojosa, Meredith Hagler, Coach Silva has done a great cessful football teams and with 135 student-athletes in To learn more about why Edward Jones Isabela Saavedra and Kate Wallace job of coaching and teach- the football program. To learn more about why Edward Jones kept the Red Devils from scoring. players on and off the field. Retirementmakes sense Is Your for you, Job. call or visit a fi nancial Julianne Munoz added a goal with an ing Granada High School's Former Raider Robert makes sense for you, call or visit a fi nancial assist from Savannah Boone giving Helpingadvisoradvisor today.You today. Get There Is Ours. Wildfire the win of 4-1. Goalies Bri- anna O’dell and Brianne Radliff had a spectacular weekend allowing only 1 To learn more about why Edward Jones goal throughout the entire tournament. Linda Kime, AAMS® Wildfire Totals were 18 goals for and SHORT NOTES makes senseLinda for you, Kime, call AAMS® or visit a fi nancial 1 against. Next up Wildfire continues Financial Advisor www.edwardjones.com to go for an undefeated NPL league advisor today.. Financial Advisor Member SIPC 2300 First Street Suite 232 www.edwardjones.com play on Saturday Nov 4 at Cayetano required. Meet at the picnic yard Avenue, Pleasanton. The . Park at 2pm. Nature Program Member SIPC Healthy Parks, Healthy tables near Almond Avenue. church will be open at 4:30 PM Livermore,2300 FirstCA 94550 Street Suite 232 West Coast Karma 03 girls par- 925-373-0652 ticipate in the prestigious Las Vegas People: Almond Trail will be A $3 donation is requested to and close at 6:30 to encourage Livermore, CA 94550 Mayors Cup. help support the programs unless attendees to visit with each Linda Kime, AAMS® the Sat., Nov. 4 program pre- IRT-1848D-A Game one matched Karma vs other before and after the official 925-373-0652 Arsenal of Colorado. 1 minute and 9 sesnted by the Livermore Area other fees are specified. There is Financial Advisor www.edwardjones.com seconds into the match Sami Wilson Recreation and Park District an annual parking pass available program. As always, this event . Member SIPC found a ball from Alina Garcia and put ranger staff. Meet Ranger Danny that provides significant savings is free of charge. Everyone is IRT-1848D-A 2300 First Street Suite 232 it low in the corner to put West Coast over the daily fee for regular welcome. Livermore, CA 94550 1-0. Arsenal equalized by slipping Haberman at 11 a.m. at Almond a ball past goalkeeper Ashley Levi. Avenue Park, 1555 Almond Ave. park visitors. Participants may The second speaker for the 925-373-0652 Daisy Samuelson had the best chance Nice nature getaways can call 925-960-2400 for more in- November Religion Chat will be of the half as it went a little wide. be found close to home. Join formation. Advance registration Jon Hart of St. Bartholomew'sIRT-1848D-A Game two put Karma against Episcopal Church in Livermore. Las Vegas Premier of Nevada. Vegas Ranger Danny for a slow- is required for some programs. scored on a uncleared corner kick off paced 1-mile walk beginning He will speak on the topic "What of Hillar in the 25th minute and the at Almond Park. People of all behaviors will get you thrown game went back and forth. Karma Second Speaker out of your religion? How has pressured for the equalizer, but Las abilities are welcome, including Interfaith Interconnect will Vegas Premier scored 2 goals in the adults with small children. The present the November Reli- it changed through the years?" last 5 minutes to make the score a group will follow the paved trail For information, go to lopsided 0-3. gion Chat on November 8, to the Livermore skate park and 2017, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Interfaith Interconnect or the Game 3 Karma played the Scott- Facebook page. dale Blackhawks from Arizona. Karma back and talk about what can be at the Church of Jesus Christ connected 60 passes and ended up with seen along the way. No RSVP of Latter-day Saints, 3574 Vine- a goal to lead 1-0. During a corner a miscommunication allowed an own goal to make it 1-1. Blackhawks then AT THE GRILL compacted the defense to maintain the Thanksgiving draw but with 2 minutes remaining Anaya Selton scored the game winner to give West Coast Karma a 2-1 victory. The WCS WolfPack took the field this weekend at the MVLA Bay Area Fall Cup. The Wolfpack went on to post shut outs in three of their four games and post a 21-2 goal differential for the Thursday, weekend. The Wolfpack ball move- ment and constant attack along with incredible teamwork showed strong November 23rd as they went undefeated with wins over Menlo United, Alliance Strikers, 12PM - 3:00PM Burlingame and MVLA. The Pack offense was led by Allison Edgemon, Taylor Conover, Skye Merlin, and Jaz- zlyn Gonzalez. Goal Keepers Ashley Reservations: 925.456.8215 Browning and Parker Black along with the strong play of defenders Sofia Paz, Addison McNeil and Cailey Sasaki.

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Space or black squares for of a parking structure and concern about waiting too of diverse public space for for Sandia and the Lab will “Kiddo, Clam went to Parking, my plan looked eventually build townhouses long to get their car out of walks, lawns, art, etc. Pre- have to travel while ill or Clam heaven.” fine. But, when I submitted on the north side of Railroad the robotic parking garage. sumably the City will sell injured or will have to pay This kid is smart; but this it, the program’s gremlins Ave between L St and Liver- In Sept 2017, Robotic Park- this land to the proposed/ higher costs for deliveries one has thrown him for a bit erased many of the squares. more Ave… All within walk- ing Systems was verified developer who will recover of a useful and safe medi- of a loop. I clarify Clam is This happened repeat- ing distance of the bus and by an independent third costs from sales. The plan cal tool. I can guarantee my gone gone. edly, leading me to believe ACE station. Livermore has party, to have the highest should not be burdened with father-in-law, who had been “You killed Clammy!” that PlaceWorks has set up to do their share of getting throughput capacity in the low use spaces that are un- a Lab employee until his he accuses me, conveniently an inferior program to frus- cars off the freeway. automated parking industry likely to help recover invest- retirement, and then passed forgetting he and his dad trate and discourage citizens The Downtown Specific - worldwide. Throughput ment. Blacksmith Square is due to work related cancer, went all Walrus and Carpen- trying to use it. Plan talks about a 500 car is the number of cars per an excellent model for the could have used some help ter on Clammy’s brethren Conversations with parking garage being built hour that can be handled for first floor of structures built that you are now denying the just 2 days ago. friends much more com- on the Livermore Village both inbound and outbound here. Organizations wanting loyal and faithful. My father My point is, by the long puter literate than myself site. This makes a lot of traffic. space for art studios, galler- went through the same hell- way, I prefer to die laugh- showed that this problem sense, as downtown patrons The average retrieval ies, or museums etc. need ish experience in Wisconsin. ing; not of embarrassment is widespread. It calls into don’t want to walk or can’t time was 3 minutes. You to explain how they will I regret not becoming more in Livermore’s hypocritical question the ability of Place- walk the distance to the Ale don’t have to wait for an be able to fund these things informed about city deci- decisions that affect the city Works to represent itself as House from the existing ga- elevator, climb steps, walk on a commercial basis, not sions, now. And advocating we love. an honest broker in seeking rage. A parking garage on L up ramps or search for your expect the City or developer too late. Steve De Angelo, the citizen input. Street (Domino’s pizza area) car; and you get the benefits to provide or maintain them Those adults might have founder of the dispensary The City Council has just would be a great location for listed above. for free. In particular, the cancer and children now Harborside in Oakland, agreed to a high additional a second garage. Presidio (current hotel overall design should not and have no idea what their has brought an enormous fee for PlaceWorks. We are What is viable solution? developer) stated at the include stand-alone build- genetics will look like even- amount of badly needed obviously paying for an in- Build a 3 story 500+ space steering committee meet- ings earmarked for these tually. tax revenue in to Oakland. adequate system. Oversight Robotic parking garage on L ings that if wasn’t feasible to purposes. I will tell you why we Harborside and Berkeley Pa- must be exercised to “claw St where you drive your car have underground parking. Third: the Groth site all still owe each other hu- tients Group are not a draw back” some of these mis- into a garage kiosk… yes, A few months later they said is privately owned and is manity. for the “wrong element” or spent funds. you pay to park and help they can build an eastside proposed for residential As I am sick I spend a the “rough trade”. Go on a The computer program’s pay for the development… hotel with approx 80 parking development. One would bit of time in bed. In more field trip to a clean and well- glitches must be corrected but check out the benefits of spaces underneath, but they hope that the design would prosperous years we kept regulated business. See how and the public should be an automated parking garage would require additional complement what is done on a salt water fish tank in the it is done correctly, legally informed that the comment vs. a conventional parking reserved spaces in a public the Lucky site, but it need master bedroom. Attrition and with dignity and taste period will be extended. garage. parking garage. Why should not be burdened by other and the poor economy took and safety. These businesses Otherwise, many will People would come to Livermore subsidize parking expectations. all the larger living critters give back to their communi- feel cheated of their citizens’ Livermore just to experi- for a hotel? Starting with the hotel on and neglect killed the fauna ties and people will use this right to participate in the ence an automated parking Hotels should be required the east side of Livermore and smaller denizens. resource anyway; why not process. garage. to build their own parking. Avenue and development As my husband and I let Livermore benefit? Information is from Ro- Presidio is probably limited of the Groth property would were driving between Liver- The Asian men at the botic Parking Systems Inc. by the area of an eastside more and cities between Parking Outside he Box hotel. The Westside Hotel provide momentum that seafood counter in the Asian Glenn Stewart The listed benefits are… should help focus the design doctor appointments he sug- Market finally understood 50% less land used- Lower Concept A plan does have gested we stop at a grocery why we wanted only one Livermore the land area required for for the Lucky site. Focusing At last year’s community development costs- Lower on housing, retail, restau- that sold live seafood and itty-bitty shrimp, just for a overall operation costs- In- a hotel to build a 180 car rants and public spaces on pick up 3 or 4 clams for cheap and pathetic wee bit meetings, residents voiced creased personal security- parking area at grade level concern for inadequate park- that site would provide a dinner. I thought it would of company for a sick old No damage or dents- No or vertically. be funny to buy a small, lady so they kindly just gave ing downtown. How many graffiti- No theft or van- It appears to be cheaper venue that will truly make parking spaces does Liver- the downtown vibrant. cheap shrimp and toss him us poor, doomed Snack. A dalism- Eco-friendly, cuts to build a robotic parking and the smallest clam into simple meeting and under- more need for the downtown pollution of driving around space and it makes more the defunct salt tank. We standing between just people core development? We need looking for space- Solar sense to have a Westside Thanks for My Shrimp were pretty sure the tough who all have a balance of approximately 1150 new Hotel with more land space Christina Harder panels for energy efficiency little mollusk would survive. good and bad in our lives. parking spaces (565 dirt and green building- No more around it… to have a robotic Livermore We promised ourselves that That is the mark of com- lot, 65 speedee oil area, 250 walking around decks, wait- parking garage attached to So, this is my first letter if the shrimp showed signs munity; not of enmity. Let downtown employees, 270 the hotel building. ing for elevator, climbing It seems everything has to the editor; Hello. of suffering we would pull us try to let go, just a little, population growth). stairs- No more remember- This week I was lucky him out of his briny bath and Never Forget! Of course. The existing parking ga- to be feasible for Presidio ing where car is parked- to build a hotel… that it enough to inherit the Octo- dispatch him humanely and But a little less militantism, rage has approx 500 spaces. Valet service ease, but you ber 19,2017 Independent. I have him as a snack. Waste In chapter 8 page 5 of the has to be on the eastside for please. Forgiveness goes a keep the keys- Redundant prominence with a lobby on read two things that seem to not, want not. long way. And is in short Downtown Specific Plan machines and components- paint our lovely Livermore Snack, the shrimp and (DSP) under the strategies the wrong side of Livermore supply these days. Make No single failure will result Ave that’ll add to traffic con- in ugly colors. There was a Clam were duly immersed friends with other nations to meet the build-out parking in system being inopera- small article reporting the demand… it states imple- gestion… they need valet in their private version of before we invade and kill ble- Fault tolerant computer parking… that the build- fact that Livermore has de- Pirates of the Caribbean; in them. When did talking mentation of phase II of the servers guarantee continu- cided to take an anti-medical Livermore Valley Center ing would be 3 to 4 stories due time poor Snack took become overrated? ous availability- Emergency high and be out of character and recreational marijuana his last flipper ride to the Should we really party Garage, by adding up to 300 power generator- 24/7 ho- purchasing position. As I spaces. with the rest of downtown freezer. on the dead backs of friends tline. buildings… that the confer- currently have a malignant Until the desert tortoise and relatives? Yes, do please Railroad and Livermore I called Robotic Park- multi tumor diagnosis I Ave intersection is already ence room is 2000sf…and entered the front hall from honor those who did that ing Systems and asked for they can only build partial empathize for those who try the back yard by way of work.Your choice. I say busy during commute hours, rough numbers for a 400- to find relief in alternative Fri & Sat evenings and dur- parking. the kitchen and kicked thanks to all for safety and 500 car garage… they re- My vote is to find an- therapies. That was page 3. the bottom freezer drawer for small kindness’ in the ing events. Why would we sponded, “Here is one idea build a second North I St other hotel developer who On page 2 there is an open. Just 1/4 “. Yes, Snack form of shrimp, even if for a 500+ space garage… is willing to submit concept ad for a celebration for the melted. they do go tail up. But qui- parking garage next to the 100 ft x 350 ft x 34 ft high plans for a Westside Hotel… nuclear workers who helped 2 days later Clam had to etly while laughing with my existing garage and add = about 624 spaces… peak who will integrate robotic the American war efforts; go to the great Green Bin in children. to the traffic congestion? traffic throughput would be parking or conventional past and present. This is a the sky. Remember… traffic conges- about 200 cars per hour but parking under the hotel… lovely sentiment for those “How is Clam?” We all tion is the second biggest this can be adjusted with who’ll think outside the brave and diligent people Computer Glitch concern residents have. checked periodically, and Susan Steinberg additional entry / exits and box… and help Livermore who did and do enormously had great rejoicing when he Currently Livermore is Livermore lift machines… very rough solve its parking and traffic difficult and dangerous jobs opened and then shut! building or has plans in turnkey cost is in the ball problems... who will design well before we had even the I handed him the flash- In attempting to create the pipeline to construct the hotel to enhance a Vil- my own concept for the park of $24,000 per space.” smallest inkling of the true light I keep on my nightstand 2300 residential units. More A conventional parking lage Green (open space) and dangers they faced daily. and told him Clam was out Downtown City Plan on the people will be coming to who is willing to work with computer program set up by garage costs approx. $38K to And would face in the fu- front where the possum likes downtown. $42K per parking space. An the residents’ concerns and ture; which is now here. to hang out. Placeworks, I found it to be Let’s think outside the Livermore Planning Dept untrustworthy. automatic parking garage is You are telling me you “Where is Clammy?” box… and build townhouses a no-brainer. rather than telling us what’s have decided, the genera- He likes to double check Each time I positioned on the North I St lot instead feasible or not. green squares for Open Some people have voiced OBITUARIES Elizabeth Lee Sowa her young patients. She was Philharmonic Chorus. After long and Livermore and coordinated mother-in-law Fernando Celebration of Life a Clinical Assistant Profes- retiring, she continued to coura- many activities,luncheons, and Virginia Romero,sister- 10/11/1933 – 10/13/2017 sor of Ophthalmology at the sing with the Reno Philhar- geous and special school events. in-law Julie Romero Ge- Elizabeth “Betsy” Sowa, Indiana University Medical monic Chorus and various battle Kim was known for be- nung (Scott),brothers-in- MD, of Livermore, CA, a School from 1987-1998 choral groups in Incline Vil- with can- ing the Mother that made law Fernando Romero leading pediatric eye sur- and served as President on lage, NV. In 2011, Elizabeth cer. everyone feel special with Jr. (Annette), from Liver- geon, community leader the Board of the Evansville moved to Livermore, CA, Kim- delicious treats and her at- more and George Romero and loving mother, died at Association for the Blind where she truly enjoyed be- berly was tention to fine details that (Becky) from Mountain the age during the 1980s. Elizabeth ing with her family, making born in made events memorable. House; many nieces and of 84 on also served in leadership po- friends in her new commu- Redding, Andrew and Luciana were nephews,also a great niece Octo- sitions with the Vanderburgh nity, and attending music Califor- active in sports and Kim and great nephew. ber 13, County Medical Society concerts. nia De- would be seen in the stand, She will be greatly 2017, and provided free school Elizabeth leaves her three cember cheering on her kids' teams missed by numerous aunts, sur- clinic eye exams in the Van- sons and their families, Erik 21, 1966 to victory. She enjoyed fam- uncles,cousins and friends; rounded derburgh County public Sowa and Genevieve Get- where ily gatherings,vacations and especially her beloved crit- by fam- school system for decades. man-Sowa of Livermore, she at- especially holidays. ters: Tank,Chloe,Bella, Fifi ily, due Elizabeth retired to Incline CA; Kurt and Carrie Sowa tended elementary school. Kim is survived by her and cats. to complications associated Village, NV, in 1999. of Copperhill, TN; and Karl She attended High School parents Sherry and Ralph Family and friends are with Alzheimer’s Disease. Elizabeth, known to her Sowa and Tom Rieber of in the City of San Ramon. Davis and Michael and invited Monday, November Born in 1933 in Flint, friends and family as Betsy, Salt Lake City, UT; and ex- Kim made her home in Linda Bonner both from 6th, 2017, to the Visitation MI, to George Eldred Clark raised her family in New- husband Ronald W. Sowa Livermore where she met Redding,CA; her broth- and viewing at 10 a.m.; and Leadelle (Gray) Clark, burgh, IN, where she was of Maui, HI. She is survived and married the love of her ers Steve Davis (Dawn) recitation of the Rosary at 11 Elizabeth was the young- elected and served as presi- by grandchildren Karen life David in July 1994. In and David Davis (Anton a.m.; and Mass celebrated est of two daughters. She dent to the Newburgh Town and Rachel Sowa; Katerina 1997, they started a family Ella) from Vacaville,CA; at 12:00 noon at St. Mi- excelled in school, attend- Board and was Newburgh’s (Sowa) and Anton Neff; with the birth of their son her grandparents June and chael Church, 458 Maple St., ing the Henry Ford Edison Street Commissioner and and Kraig Sowa. She was Andrew,who was followed Durl Bonner,Aunt Robin Livermore. Burial will be at Institute in Greenfield Vil- Fire Commissioner. She predeceased by her father by the birth of their lovely Teakell from Texas; Uncle St. Michael Cemetery fol- lage before earning her BS was an active volunteer with and mother, George and daughter Luciana in 1999. Pat Bonner (Lynnoa) from lowing Mass. Arrangements in Medical Technology from Planned Parenthood of Indi- Leadelle Clark, and sister, Many of us will re- Redding,CA; her father and by Holy Angels. Michigan State University ana and Kentucky, the local Diane (Clark) Venman. member Kim as a caring in 1955. An early pioneer NPR and PBS stations, and A celebration of her life wife,mother,daughter, sister, for women in medicine, the Newburgh History Club. is planned for January 20, cousin, auntie and friend she earned her MD in 1963 She was always looking for 2018, in Livermore, CA. who was always ready to A Non-Attorney from Washington University ways to help others and was All friends and family are help. She was heavily in- Alternative Medical School, St. Louis, known for her intelligence, invited to attend. In lieu of volved in the PTA at the MO, at a time when it was sharp wit and sense of hu- flowers, donations in her schools of her children in Paralegal Services rare for women to become mor. A world-traveler who name can be made to Wash- • Divorce • Deeds doctors. She completed her eagerly explored all seven ington University School Ophthalmology Residency continents, Elizabeth was of Medicine at medicine. • Probate • Living Trust at the Kresge Eye Institute an avid study of different wustl.edu. CALL NOW! in Detroit, MI, specializing cultures and an advocate for in pediatric ophthalmology. improving people’s welfare Kimberly Elaine (925) 577-4736 Establishing her Evans- throughout the world. www.atlasdp.com ville, IN, medical practice in Romero Elizabeth loved music, Kimberly passed away 1970, she served as pediatric especially classical music, on October 30,2017 in Atlas Document ophthalmologist for several and sang and performed with Livermore, surrounded by Preparation generations of children in the University of Evansville her loving husband David the Evansville Tri-State re- Services Savoyards, the Evansville Romero,her children An- 120 Spring St, PLS gion, performing thousands Choral Artists, the Musi- drew Romero and Luciana I am not an attorney. I can only of strabismus surgeries to provide self-help service cians Club of Evansville Romero, her parents,her at your specific direction. correct eye misalignment in Reg Alameda County #96. Chorus, and the Evansville family and friends after a Charlotte R Hargrave LDA 10 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017 Governor Signs Bills Supported by Local Representatives Governor Brown has parency about the identities Campaign, and sponsored by votes. All Democrats voted Weapons Station as a neigh- tims of child abuse and signed the following bills of top political PAC donors, Assembly Speaker pro Tem for it. Republican Assembly- borhood setting. domestic violence in court supported by local state has been signed by Gov. Kevin Mullin of San Mateo. member Catharine Baker of “Investing in autono- proceedings, was also au- representatives: Jerry Brown. The bill passed the As- Dublin voted for it. mous vehicles will keep thored by Baker. Many times The California DIS- Brown signed the bill sembly Sept. 15 with 59 yes The vote in the Senate on California on the cutting when a minor is the victim CLOSE Act (AB 249), Oct. 7. It was supported by votes and 15 no votes, with Sept. 11 was 29-9, with two edge of transportation in- of sexual abuse, a restraining which will bring more trans- the California Clean Money five members not recording senators not recording their novation,” said Assembly- order is filed in civil court to votes. Sen. Steve Glazer, woman Baker. “This bill prevent the situation from whose district includes the promotes the development escalating before the mat- Valley, voted for the bill. of autonomous technology, ter is heard in a criminal Starting in the 2018 elec- which can improve safety, court. This measure extends tions, the law will require provide new jobs, promote the privacy provisions al- PACs supporting or oppos- connections to BART and ready available for victims ing candidates to display other transit centers, and in criminal courts to those the names of their top three reduce traffic congestion.” victims in family courts and funders on TV and video AB 1444 is sponsored for civil protective orders in ads on the bottom one-third by the Livermore-Amador civil court. of the screen for five sec- Valley Transit Authority Under this bill, victims onds. “Each name must be and supported by Alameda and their guardians would be displayed on a separate line County Transportation Com- able to request that the minor in a large, clear font, without mission, City of Dublin, Bay victim’s name, address, and using difficult to read full Area Rapid Transit District, circumstances surrounding capitalization.” Similar rules League of California Cities, the case are confidential in will exist for radio, print, and Metropolitan Transportation court documents. It gives on-line ads, and robocalls. Commission, and Innova- judges in the civil setting The law also creates new tion Tri-Valley Leadership the authority to order docu- rules for tracking contribu- Group. ments be filed under seal, tions through committees to and ensures that the sensitive identify true funders “when SB 595a measure will information would be kept in they try to hide behind shell give Bay Area voters a a confidential case file avail- groups with misleading chance to create an indepen- able to law enforcement only names,” said Trent Lange, dent inspector general for for the purpose of enforcing president and executive BART to hold the sprawling the protective order. director of the California transit district accountable Confidentiality is given Clean Money Campaign. for its spending, service to to victims of sex crimes, hu- riders, and timely delivery man trafficking, child abuse, School districts will have of capital projects. and domestic violence in a greater ability to manage The inspector general criminal investigations and their own fiscal affairs under was proposed by state Sen. prosecution. This bill will a bill that Gov. Jerry Brown Steve Glazer, D-Orinda, as allow these same protections Photo - Doug Jorgensen has signed. part of a bill, SB 595, by to be extended to victims in All manner of ghosts, princesses, and super heroes could be found haunting the The bill, SB 751, jointly Sen. Jim Beall (D-San Jose) civil lawsuits and investiga- streets of downtown Livermore during last Saturday's Kidz Town Halloween Hay Day. authored by Sen. Jerry Hill, that will ask voters to raise tions. The event, hosted by Livermore Downtown, Inc., included trick-or-treating, a carnival, D-San Mateo and Sen. Steve bridge tolls to fund transpor- “AB 953 will keep vic- costume contest and more. Glazer, D-Orinda, elimi- tation projects designed to tims safer by keeping their nates the reserve cap for relieve traffic congestion in information confidential. most small school districts the bridge corridors. Victims deserve to feel safe and substantially reduces Glazer wanted voters to using our system, and this reserve fund obligations for be given the option of creat- bill will do that,” said As- large school districts. ing the accountability czar semblywoman Baker. Glazer released this as a condition of his support statement, “This measure for placing the measure on AB 1674 will help ensure significantly reverses an the ballot. out-of-state students admit- ill-advised law limiting lo- If approved by voters, the ted to the University of Cali- cal school reserve funds. inspector general would be fornia (UC) must meet or School districts will now be appointed by the governor exceed academic qualifica- able to more fully prepare from a list of three finalists tions of California resident for a rainy day, which may nominated by the BART students. Assemblywoman be right around the corner. I board. The person could be Baker jointly coauthored would hope that eventually fired only with a two-thirds this legislation with Assem- we can eliminate any type vote of the board and the blymembers Tim Grayson of cap on school reserves governor’s agreement. and Kevin McCarty. and keep the state out of The BART inspector gen- Last year, the non-parti- micromanaging local school eral would be tasked with san, independent State Audi- districts’ budgets.” investigating fraud, waste tor found that the UC admis- and inefficiencies, conduct- sion practices have heavily AB 1444 byAssembly- ing audits and recommend- disadvantaged California woman Catharine Baker ing changes in the agency’s resident students in order (R-San Ramon)will autho- practices that will improve to admit more nonresident rize the Livermore-Amador services to riders. students, who pay higher tu- Valley Transit Authority to Glazer also pushed for ition. The audit revealed that conduct a pilot project to amendments to the bill that UC admitted nearly 16,000 test autonomous shuttles in ensured Contra Costa and nonresidents with lower the City of Dublin near and Alameda County commut- academic qualifications than around the BART station. ers would see a fair share of California resident students, Photo - Doug Jorgensen Under current law, au- congestion relief projects if and actually adjusted admis- Jamba Juice made a wish for smoothies in their lunch a reality for 2,400 students. tonomous vehicles are au- the toll increases become a sion standards to make it Local Jamba franchisee kicked off a month of giving out free smoothies to kids thorized to operate on public reality. easier for nonresidents to receiving weekend bag lunches by handing out smoothies to 400 kids at Marilyn roads for testing purposes, Projects to improve traf- gain admission. Ave. School in Livermore. Tara Lindstrom, Franchisee and Senior Marketing Director, and the California Depart- fic flow on Interstate 680 and AB 1674 was supported along with Open Heart Kitchen Volunteers and School District Representatives ment of Motor Vehicles is rebuild interchanges where by California Competes and handed out smoothies to students. After reading a news article about the Weekend in charge of creating regu- 680 connects to state routes the California Federation of lations for these autono- 4 and 84 were included in Teachers. This bill received Bag Lunch program which cited “Jamba Juice” as a request from students on the mous vehicles. Autonomous program of what new and healthy item they would love to see in their lunches, the the final version of the pro- unanimous, bipartisan sup- shuttles are already undergo- posed spending plan. port in both the Senate and local franchisee decided to give the students what they were asking for. Open Heart ing testing in San Ramon Assembly prior to receiving Kitchen’s Weekend Bag Lunch Program provides around 2,300 lunches to students Bishop Ranch as an office AB 953, which will help the Governor’s signature. on the free or reduced program. setting, and Concord Naval protect the privacy of vic-

LEGAL NOTICES This statement was filed with This statement was filed with This statement was filed with listed above: N/A /s/: Miranda C. Gresshoff, /s/: Lindsay Eckardt, CEO Proprietor the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda the County Clerk of Alameda Signature of Registrants: Notary Public This statement was filed with This statement was filed with FOR INFORMATION on October 4, 2017. Expires on September 11, 2017. Ex- on October 9, 2017. Expires /s/: Cody Patterson, General This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alam- the County Clerk of Alameda PLACING LEGAL October 4, 2022. pires September 11, 2022. October 9, 2022. Partner the County Clerk of Alameda eda on October 10, 2017. on September 27, 2017. Ex- NOTICES The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. This statement was filed with on October 3, 2017. Expires Expires October 10, 2022. pires September 27, 2022. Call 925-243-8000 4211. Published October 12, 4213. Published October 12, 4215. Published October 19, the County Clerk of Alam- October 3, 2022. The Independent Legal No. The Independent Legal No. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 19, 26, November 2, 2017. 19, 26, November 2, 2017. 26, November 2, 9, 2017. eda on October 12, 2017. The Independent Legal No. 4221. Published October 19, 4223. Published October 26, Expires October 12, 2022. 4219. Published October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2017. November 2, 9, 16, 2017. NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Independent Legal No. 26, November 2, 9, 2017. FILE NO. 535857 NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 4217. Published October 19, The following person(s) FILE NO. 536261 FILE NO. 536258 FILE NO. 536114 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT 26, November 2, 9, 2017. doing business as: Hydro The following person(s) do- The following person(s) The following person(s) do- NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 536575 FILE NO. 536693 Sapien, 541 Saint George ing business as: Beverly doing business as: 5 Star ing business as: Human Lib- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 536512 The following person(s) do- The following person(s) do- Ct, Livermore, CA 94551, Investigation Services, 5682 Kitchen, 5830 Flora Com- eration Publications, 5570 NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) do- ing business as: Apponyx, ing business as: Rio Trading is hereby registered by the Paseo Navarro, Pleasan- mon, Livermore, CA 94551, Newfields Lane, Dublin, CA FILE NO. 536504 ing business as: Bar KZ 1169 Farmington Way, Company, 3621 Oregon following owner(s): ton, CA 94566, is hereby is hereby registered by the 94568, is hereby registered The following person(s) do- Management Trust, 739 Livermore, CA 94550, is Way, Livermore, CA 94550, 1)Forest Harness 2)Qing registered by the following following owner(s): by the following owner(s): ing business as: SqueeGee Caliente Ave, Livermore, CA hereby registered by the is hereby registered by the Yun Wang, 541 Saint owner(s): 1)Nastarn Baltazar 2)Phil R. K. Janmeja Singh, 5570 Genie, 690 North N St, Liver- 94550, is hereby registered following owner(s): following owner(s): George Ct, Livermore, CA 1)Roland Beverly 2)Deborah Baltazar, 5830 Flora Com- Newfields Lane, Dublin, more, CA 94551, is hereby by the following owner(s): Suzanne Eddleman, 1169 Ramon A. Gonzales, 3621 94551 Beverly, 5682 Paseo Navar- mon, Livermore, CA 94551 CA 94568 registered by the following Kenneth N. Nather Trustee, Farmington Way, Livermore, Oregon Way, Livermore, This business is conducted ro, Pleasanton, CA 94566 This business is conducted This business is conducted owner(s): 739 Caliente Ave, Liver- CA 94550 CA 94550 by a Married Couple This business is conducted by a Married Couple by an Individual Cody Patterson, 690 North more, CA 94550 This business is conducted This business is conducted The date on which the reg- by Married Couple The date on which the reg- The date on which the reg- N St, Livermore, CA 94551 This business is conducted by an Individual by an Individual istrant first commenced to The date on which the reg- istrant first commenced to istrant first commenced to This business is conducted by a Trust The date on which the reg- The date on which the reg- transact business under the istrant first commenced to transact business under the transact business under the by an Individual The date on which the reg- istrant first commenced to istrant first commenced to fictitious business name(s) transact business under the fictitious business name(s) fictitious business name(s) The date on which the reg- istrant first commenced to transact business under the transact business under the listed above: August 3, 2003 fictitious business name(s) listed above: N/A listed above: N/A istrant first commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) fictitious business name(s) Signature of Registrants: listed above: October 25, Signature of Registrants: Signature of Registrants: transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above: July 13, 2012 listed above: October 2, /s/: Forest Harness 1984 /s/: Nastarn Baltazar, Owner /s/: R. K. Janmeja Singh, fictitious business name(s) listed above: May 18, 2012 Signature of Registrants: 2017 This statement was filed with Signature of Registrants: This statement was filed with Owner listed above: June 2004 Signature of Registrants: /s/: Suzanne Eddleman, Signature of Registrants: the County Clerk of Alameda /s/: Roland Beverly, Owner the County Clerk of Alameda This statement was filed with Signature of Registrants: /s/: Kenneth N. Nather Owner /s/: Ramon A. Gonzales, on September 25, 2017. Ex- This statement was filed with on October 4, 2017. Expires the County Clerk of Alameda /s/: Cody Patterson, Owner Trustee This statement was filed with Sole Proprietor pires September 25, 2022. the County Clerk of Alameda October 4, 2022. on September 29, 2017. Ex- This statement was filed with This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alam- This statement was filed with The Independent Legal No. on October 4, 2017. 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FILE NO. 536246 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FILE NO. 536390 NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The following person(s) NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) FILE NO. 536503 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS doing business as: CAL FILE NO. 535191 doing business as: Ex- The following person(s) NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 535998 NAME STATEMENT Reporting, 5622 Paseo The following person(s) do- pressions Dance & Arts of doing business as: JBC FILE NO. 536177 FILE NO. 536422 The following person(s) FILE NO. 537089 Navarro, Pleasanton, CA ing business as: Sushi Sio, Pleasanton, 3015 Hopyard Holdings, 747 North O St, The following person(s) The following person(s) do- doing business as: New The following person(s) do- 94566, is hereby registered 47986 Warm Springs Blvd, Road Ste I, Pleasanton, CA Livermore, CA 94551, is doing business as: MCG ing business as: The State, Frontier Aerospace, 1911 ing business as: Livermore by the following owner(s): Fremont, CA 94539, is 94588, is hereby registered hereby registered by the Mobile Notary, 1568 Mari- 2219 1st Street, Livermore, Second St., Livermore, CA Grocery Outlet, 1320 Rail- Stacy Leigh Lozano, 5622 hereby registered by the by the following owner(s): following owner(s): gold Road, Livermore, CA CA 94550, is hereby reg- 94550, is hereby registered road Ave, Livermore, CA Paseo Navarro, Pleasanton, following owner(s): Sandra Maloney, 4035 Al- 1)Cody Patterson, 690 94551, is hereby registered istered by the following by the following owner(s): 94550, is hereby registered CA 94566 Bluefin Enterprises Inc, 5112 derwood Court, Pleasanton, North N St, Livermore, CA by the following owner(s): owner(s): William W. Bruner III, 1251 by the following owner(s): This business is conducted Grayhawk Lane, Dublin, CA 94588 94551 2)Jasper Pades, 869 Miranda C. Gresshoff, 1568 Bolt Beauty LLC, 1951 6th Whispering Oaks Dr., Black- M & S Grocery Inc., 5515 by an Individual CA 94568 This business is conducted Ventura Ct, Livermore, CA Marigold Road, Livermore, Street, Livermore, CA 94550 hawk, CA 94506 Goldenrod Dr, Livermore, The date on which the reg- This business is conducted by an Individual 94551 3)Brandon Zamora, CA 94551 This business is conducted This business is conducted CA 94550 istrant first commenced to by a Corporation The date on which the reg- 747 North O St, Livermore, This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Com- by an Individual This business is conducted transact business under the The date on which the reg- istrant first commenced to CA 94551 by an Individual pany The date on which the reg- by a Corporation fictitious business name(s) istrant first commenced to transact business under the This business is conducted The date on which the reg- The date on which the reg- istrant first commenced to The date on which the reg- listed above: September transact business under the fictitious business name(s) by a General Partnership istrant first commenced to istrant first commenced to transact business under the istrant first commenced to 12, 2007 fictitious business name(s) listed above: September The date on which the reg- transact business under the transact business under the fictitious business name(s) transact business under the Signature of Registrants: listed above: August 3, 2017 17, 2012 istrant first commenced to fictitious business name(s) fictitious business name(s) listed above: N/A fictitious business name(s) /s/: Stacy L. Lozano, Owner Signature of Registrants: Signature of Registrants: transact business under the listed above: N/A listed above: N/A Signature of Registrants: listed above: October 1, /s/: Mark Tae, CEO /s/: Sandra Maloney, Owner fictitious business name(s) Signature of Registrants: Signature of Registrants: /s/: William W. Bruner III, 2017 NOVEMBER 2, 2017 • The Independent 11

Signature of Registrants: hereby registered by the transact business under the Pleasanton. The location is TO PLACE or (800)321-CSLB (2752). /s/: Michael S. O’Dwyer, following owner(s): fictitious business name(s) Delucchi Park, 4501 First St. CLASSIFIED AD Unlicensed persons taking President Bryan Fagundes, 1713 Mill listed above: December Hours: 10:00am to 1:00pm. Call (925)243-8000 jobs less than $500 must This statement was filed with Springs Common Apt 201, 5, 2012 MERCHANDISE state in their advertisements the County Clerk of Alam- Livermore, CA 94550 Signature of Registrants: Saturdays & Sundays - Kit- that they are not licensed eda on October 24, 2017. This business is conducted /s/: Kenneth Kline, Owner tens at Dublin PetSmart, 118) FREE SECTION by the Contractors State Expires October 24, 2022. by an Individual This statement was filed with 6960 Amador Plaza Rd. Free Pine & Oak Wood License Board.” The Independent Legal No. The date on which the reg- the County Clerk of Alam- Hours: 11am to 3pm. You cut & haul it REAL ESTATE 4225. Published November istrant first commenced to eda on October 20, 2017. Lots of Pine cones, too 2, 9, 16, 23, 2017. transact business under the Expires October 20, 2022. Visit our website, WWW. Please call Inland Valley Cable Installers Wanted! FICTITIOUS BUSINESS fictitious business name(s) The Independent Legal No. TVAR.ORG, to see adopt- (408)897-3156 Publishing Co. NAME STATEMENT listed above: September 4229. Published November able animals, volunteer Client Code:04126-00001 Immediate openings for Cable Installers 2009 2, 9, 16, 23, 2017. opportunities, and how to Re: Legal Notice for FILE NO. 537106-108 ANNOUNCEMENTS No experience necessary, we will train. The following person(s) Signature of Registrants: ANIMALS donate. Classified Ads doing business as: 1)Em- /s/: Bryan Fagundes, Owner 155) NOTICES The Federal Fair Housing This statement was filed with 2) CATS/ DOGS Follow TRI-VALLEY ANI- Act, Title VII of the Civil $5,000 Bonus for experienced techs powerbase Consulting 2) “NOTICE TO READERS: Rooster Press 3)geriwalton. the County Clerk of Alameda ADOPT A DOG OR CAT, for MAL RESCUE on Facebook, Rights Act of 1964, and state $2,500 Bonus for no experience on October 4, 2017. Expires Twitter, and Instagram. California law requires that law prohibit advertisements com, 619 Traviso Circle, adoption information contact contractors taking jobs that Livermore, CA 94550, is October 4, 2022. Valley Humane Society at FERAL CAT FOUNDATION for housing and employment Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, 401K The Independent Legal No. total $500 or more (labor that contain any preference, hereby registered by the (925)426-8656 Cat & kitten adoptions now and/or materials) be licensed Company vehicle with gas card provided following owner(s): 4228. Published November at the new Livermore Petco limitation or discrimination 2, 9, 16, 23, 2017. by the Contractors State based on protected classes, Bring current DMW report to interview. Rouge Rooster Corporation, on Saturdays from 10:00AM License Board. State law 619 Traviso Circle, Liver- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to 2:30PM. We have many including race, color, religion, Call (916) 215-9309 to apply. also requires that contrac- sex, handicap, familial status more, CA 94550 NAME STATEMENT adorable, tame kittens that tors include their license This business is conducted FILE NO. 536865 have been tested for FIV & or national origin. IVPC does Open Interviews Mon-Fri 9am-3pm numbers on all advertising. not knowingly accept any by a Corporation The following person(s) do- FELV, altered & vaccinated. Check your contractor’s 1920 Mark Ct. #190, Concord, CA The date on which the reg- ing business as: W I T Home We also have adult cats & advertisements that are in status at www.cslb.ca.gov violation of the law. istrant first commenced to Improvement & Repair, 370 ranch cats for adoption. transact business under the Jensen St, Livermore, CA Adopt a new best friend EMPLOYMENT fictitious business name(s) 94550, is hereby registered TVAR e listed above: N/A by the following owner(s): Tri-Valley Animal Rescue BE WARY of out of area Signature of Registrants: Kenneth Kline, 370 Jensen companies. Check with the /s/: Chaston L. Weber, V.P. 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Competing on The Voice Dublin's Noah Mac: 'Music Is Who I Am'

By Carol Graham parts of your vocals, your Presley's "I'm So Lonesome After belting out "Way voice stayed as round and I Could Cry" with Keisha Down We Go" during The full as it was in the lower Renee, 30, a former backup Voice's blind auditions, the stuff. That is so rare and it's singer for Nicki Minaj. soulful singer faced the so cool. I think you've got "I paired Keisha and judges. something special here." Noah together because "I'm Noah Mac, I'm 17, Hudson, asking about they're the most powerful and I'm from Dublin, Cali- the young singer's perfor- singers on my team," Shel- fornia," he said. mance experience, allowed ton said. "They could fit in Judges Blake Shelton, Mac to shed light on his a lot of different genres, and Jennifer Hudson, Miley background and inspiration. I want to narrow it down Cyrus and Adam Levine "I've been performing between these two." were visibly surprised. since I was 8," Mac said. In preparation, the two "You're hot," Cyrus "The first time I performed singers received additional gushed, prompting Levine was at my sister's funeral." coaching from country to say, "He's also under After losing his 19-year- music trio Rascal Flats, of 18!" old sister Stevie to brain which one member said of "I have no filter," Cyrus cancer, Mac sang one of her Mac, "Girls are going to admitted. favorite songs "Judie and freak out. They're going to "You're also going to the Dream of Horses" at her want refrigerator magnets, jail," Shelton said. service. T-shirts and bumper stick- During Mac's audition, "The awareness to pur- ers." which aired October 2, sue my dream and live my The battles episode aired Hudson and Shelton had life to the absolute extent of on October 16. Follow- turned their chairs, signify- how I want to was what she ing the duet, Levine said, ing they wanted Mac to be gave to me," Mac said. "It's "That was crazy. Keisha on their teams for season 13 something that I think about was bringing me to church, of The Voice. It would be every time I make music." and Noah was bringing up to Mac to choose which At age 10, Mac taught me to a diner in the '50s. team he wanted to join after himself to play the piano, You guys are both amazing getting feedback from each a vintage (slightly out of singers. It's not like one is of the judges. tune) upright in his mother's better than the other, it's just "Dude, you've got a art studio, by placing little apples and oranges." great voice. The voice stickers on the keys while Shelton, who could sounds nothing like you learning to play by ear. keep only one of the sing- look," Levine said. "It was Soon he took up guitar and ers, said, "Artistically you a missed opportunity for began writing songs. At couldn't be more different, Miley and myself. But 15, Mac started perform- but you both sing with so I think you're great, and ing his own music in coffee much heart. Watching Noah you're going to do really shops and at school and up there singing, there's so well on the show. Congrat- local events. Then, at 17, much honesty that comes ulations, man." he released his first EP, with his voice. Noah is defi- "Oh my God, Noah, you "Light," which he produced nitely unique and timeless, were so passionate about in a studio he built in his but Keisha's vocals are just it," Hudson said. "That family’s backyard. out of control. I've just got came from your soul and I "I wouldn't call myself a do it, the winner of this felt that. You were taking a typical senior in high battle is Keisha." me on such a journey that I school," said the Dublin Before leaving the stage, got lost in it. I felt like I got High School student. "I Noah Mac. Photo - Doug Jorgensen Noah told the judges, "I on a Noah roller coaster. I spend most of my time in have grown so much and had to turn around." my studio. Up till now, I've amazing." funeral can handle the pres- your voice." I've learned from the best. I "Your voice is so power- taught myself everything I Mac chose to be on sure of this competition. I For the battle rounds, couldn't ask for any more." ful," Shelton added. "When know. To have all this help Shelton's team, after the have nothing but respect which pit two singers from Yet there certainly will you got into those upper from these crazy people coach told him, "A man that for you for doing that, and the same team against be more. As Mac turned can sing at his own sister's nothing but admiration for each other, Mac sang Elvis (The Voice coaches) is (continued on page 10) 2 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017 Wizard of Woodcraft Comes to the Faire

Heads erect, eyes bright, Ray Skillen’s wooden rocking creatures seem to preen for their public wherever they go. This year a few lucky ones will be on parade at St. Bar- tholomew’s 6th Annual Victorian Christmas Faire on November 11 and 12. (See accompanying article for details.) Woodcrafter Ray and his wife Pat will set up a wood- en toyland in the Dickens- era shopping street erected especially for the Faire. In addition to the rocking menagerie, shoppers can browse through a selection of wheeled toys and other toy box treasures. Ray calls on a lifetime Intrepid woman takes a ride on the rocking goat. of woodcrafting to make his toys attractive and sturdy enough for generations to enjoy. They have to be, says Ray Skillen brings a Victorian Christmas Faire Pat, because toymakers rocking horse to life in his Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 11 and are virtually uninsurable. woodshop (upper right Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 12 in the Parish Hall, “There’s no such thing as photo). Two pull toys at Saint Bartholomew’s Church, 678 Enos Way, Liver- a childproof toy,” claims (lower left photos). Photos - more. Grandma Pat, but the Skil- Nicholas Boer Faire admission is free. len toys come close. All food and drink (except the afternoon tea), the But Ray still works his raffles and some youth activities will be purchased with customary eight-hour days tickets bought at a booth just outside the Faire. in the backyard shop, the son Dennis, a computer sturdy cars for as low as $3. his 80th birthday, and Pat Afternoon Tea: Miss Anne’s Tea Room serves tea, personification of the tire- technician, and his family Income from Skillen keeps reminding him to champagne for adults and a tasty spread at 4 p.m. each less woodchuck of nursery live. Woodcrafts hasn’t im- keep the constantly bur- day. Tickets at $25 may be reserved at saintbartsliverm- rhyme. Dennis liked woodwork- proved much since Happy geoning inventory within more.com or brownpapertickets.com. Walk-ins will be His fondness for wood- ing with his dad, and their Camp. They figure about bounds. “We only have seated if space is available. working was nurtured in collaboration on a wooden $4 an hour for their labor one grandchild,” Pat says. The Cat and the Fiddle will again offer Ploughman’s a high school woodwork- Jeep with lights, a gearshift these days. But the me- “We’re retired now; we Lunches, plus other food and drink, including adult bever- ing class in Happy Camp, and miniature Jeep acces- dium itself is what keeps can’t keep buying all this ages. California, where his dad sories is a fond memory. Ray at his band saw and wood!” “A Christmas Carol”: Scenes from Dickens’ beloved work will be performed throughout each afternoon. Don’t worked for the U.S. Forest Their success with the Jeep router. He particularly likes They have cut out some miss Fezziwig’s Christmas Party, with dancing to the Service. There wasn’t much encouraged Ray to add poplar, walnut and maple, of the fairs and festivals more details to his fleets of as well as manzanita and they used to visit. If they music of fiddler Erik Hoffman. Carolers and a recorder to do there besides hunt, ensemble will also provide holiday strains throughout the fish and fool around with cars and trains and trucks, some high-grained maple stopped, Ray would miss like the winery wagon that for accents. The result is the challenge of planning Faire. wood, he recalls. His tal- Shops galore: Guests may wander through the quaint ent was noticed; before he comes with a load of tiny both artful and authentic. and working with wood, wine barrels. For instance, his rocking and Pat likes the mental shops filled with original holiday gifts such as Sandee graduated he had rebuilt the Mitchell’s amusing crocheted hats and toy trucks by a school’s woodshop, for a Though he’s not giving creatures all boast true-to- workout of keeping the the stuff away, his prices life eyes that taxidermists accounts. “We don’t want master woodcrafter, plus a variety of affordable edibles, grand 50 cents an hour. toys and gifts. The Singing Rooster, whose proceeds from are pretty modest. The use. And once, to recreate to get stuck on the sofa After a stint in the Navy, Haitian products fund scholarships to Haiti’s St. Barnabas rocking horses (and cows, in wood a neighbor’s horse he went to work for PG&E watching TV,” Ray says Agricultural School, joins the roster of shops for the first as a welder and he and Pat goats and dragons) would that lolled his tongue, he with a grin. time. settled in Fremont. Retired, make an unforgettable gift cut down a rubber buffalo For more information Father Christmas will stop by to pose for photos. they moved to Livermore for some lucky little rider, tongue to equine standards. and photos, go to skillen- Youngsters, can decorate a picture frame for a great gift 19 years ago, where their but there are small but Ray recently celebrated woodcrafts.com. for Grandma. NOVEMBER 2, 2017 • The Independent 3 Museum on Main to Host Discussion of Events Leading Up to WWI Simple Acts of The Museum on Main fect on November 11, 1918 desserts, doughnuts in Kindness will host A Discussion at 11:00 am. Fred Rutledge honor of the WWI donut with… Historian Fred will also dedicate some of dollies, hot chocolate, and to Screen Colonel Rutledge on his discussion to exploring apple cider. Fred Rutledge A Red Carpet event in Wednesday, November 8th the role California and the will be available to answer Livermore will celebrate at 7:00 pm. Colonel Fred Bay Area had on the World questions throughout the short films created by Rutledge, a member of the War I. reception. This program is film campers this past California Military Heritage The program is free to presented in conjunction summer. The theme of Command, serves on the attend. However, pre- with the Museum on Main’s camp focused on “Sim- California World War One registration is required as current exhibit “Over There ple Acts of Kindness.” Centennial Committee. He seats are extremely lim- and Over Here” which Hollywood actor/di- will be sharing his presenta- ited. Call the museum at displays WWI artifacts and rector, Joey Travolta, tion entitled, The Doughboy (925) 462-2766 to reserve focuses on the effects WWI and film campers with Experience: Americans a spot. At 8:00 pm, after had on Pleasanton and the in the Great War, which the presentation, there will men who served from this autism and Asperger’s aims to honor those men be a public reception with community. syndrome will be on and women who served in hand to premiere the World War I by providing a films created St. Mary’s glimpse into what they went College. through 100 years ago. The festivities are Rutledge will discuss planned for November the lead-up to America’s 7 at The Vine Cinema, declaration of war against 1722 First Street, Liver- Germany in April of 1917, AFRICAN GUITAR SUMMIT Tonight! more. There will be a the mobilization of military meet and greet from 5 force, the battles in France to 6 p.m. followed by and the return of troops in the screening from 6 to 1919. Rutledge will weave 8 p.m. together historical events, Joey Travolta is an stories, and WWI artifacts actor/director, former to create a narrative that ex- special education teacher plores in more detail what and brother of John Tra- is was like, both physi- volta, who has spent the cally and mentally, for these www.trivalleyrep.org past eleven years travel- young men to enter military ing across the country service, live in the trenches, Last Weekend! and spreading awareness and eventually return home Get Tickets Now! and understanding of Portrait of Fred Rutledge dressed in a WWI uniform after the Armistice took ef- autism through his short Bullets Over film camps. Broadway Travolta's camp pro- OPENING ACT vides children and young Tri-Valley Jazz Trio Performing with TRI-VALLEY Will Champlin REPERTORY THEATRE adults diagnosed with autism and Asperger’s Special Guest, Guido Fazio NOV 4 — NOV 5 syndrome an opportunity Rated PG-13 to work creatively in A jazz concert will take back a guest soloist at the ing and exciting and that place at Inklings Coffee monthly Inklings concerts. falls within the description small groups and learn Rated PG-13 & Tea in Pleasanton on This coming concert will 'mainstream modern jazz'. how to write scripts, In New York in 1928, a struggling playwright is forced to cast a mobster’s Friday, November 10. feature several of James' The goal is to create a jazz talentless girlfriend in his latest dramaTHE in order to get it produced. act, film and edit. Ap- Written by MANHATTAN Based on the screenplay for the film, Bullets over Broadway by Woody Allen and Douglas Featured will be the Tri- own compositions, includ- audience that will include Woody Allen McGrath Original Broadway Production Direction and Choreography by Susan Stroman proximately 54 children Valley Jazz Trio made up ing two new ones dedicated young people with no expe- and young adults partici- of 13-year-old James Hall to the quartet members rience of jazz. "The group October / NovemberTRANSFER 2017 pated in film camp this Oct 21, 28 & NovLEGENDARY 4 at 8:00pm • Oct 22, 29; Nov VOCAL 4, 5 at 2:00pm HARMONIES on keyboard, Matt Finders Finders Kapers (Matt Find- intends to avoid the kind of FOR TICKETS CALL (925) 373-6800 summer. on bass and Kelly Fasman ers) and Meet Mr. Fazio jazz that is over- intellec- or visit us at www.lvpac.org or The Bankhead Theater ticket office at 2400 First Street in downtown Livermore 11/11 “Bullets Over Broadway” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI) All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com Travolta’s camp is on drums. Special guest (Guido Fazio). tual and appealing only to Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charitable corporation made possible through Guido Fazio performs on Matt, a former trombon- musicians for its technical a partnership with Fu- tenor sax and flute. Guido ist, served for 17 years the skills or is self-indulgent tures Explored, Inc. of is an experienced profes- arranger for the Jay Leno and pretentious." Lafayette (www.futures- sional who has played with Show, considers James' Plans are to launch explored.org), an organi- Mel Torme, Sarah Vaughn, compositions to be well James' latest CD at the zation that has provided Count Basie, Stan Kenton worth playing, calling upcoming concert. It was life skills, community and many other leading jazz them strong on melody and recorded in a studio, has 17 and employment oppor- musicians. challenging and complex in of his own compositions. The Pleasanton Jazz So- chord content. Admission is free thanks tunities to adults with de- Abbott John photo: velopmental disabilities ciety created the Tri-Valley Musically, the Tri-Valley to the sponsorship of In- for more than fifty years. Jazz Trio as a fixed resident Jazz Trio aims for jazz that klings, Zelda Kohn and the 925.373.6800 • LVPAC.org group, which will regularly is understandable, appeal- (continued on page 10) 2400 First Street, Downtown Livermore 4 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Photos - Doug Jorgensen Dogtoberfest Full of Fun, but Falls Short of Record

By Carol Graham The atmosphere was very festive with a group that had a relaxed, fun environment where people grabbed local It was a typical fall day in wine country, and then one thing in common: we all love our dogs. Their uncon- beer or wine, visited a variety of dog-friendly booths and again, it wasn't. ditional love is something we don't always get with the had their pooches meet. Everyone was having a good It's true that the leaves blazed vermilion and gold people in our lives." time, the weather was beautiful and there were cute dogs beneath a bright blue sky, and that the sun-warmed air Following the official count, which took place at noon all over the park. The enthusiasm from attendees was smelled of damp earth and fresh-mown grass. That much for a five-minute period, participants enjoyed booths, infectious." is usual for autumn in the valley. games, contests, and demonstrations by Disc Dogs of the Sharon Stubbs of Pinole attended with her family and But what made Sunday, October 15, far from nor- Golden Gate and Livermore Police Department K-9 Units. Bentley, a Chihuahua mix dressed as a cow. "You couldn’t mal was the crowd that came out to enjoy it. At Robert "I liked the agility and sheep-herding events," said be unhappy at an event like that! Especially considering Livermore Community Park, 621 dogs gathered with their Heidi Belle, who brought chocolate Labradors Hank and what a beautiful day it was. We all really enjoyed our humans to celebrate the 3rd annual Dogtoberfest. George. "Our animals are so intelligent." time there." "We know how much our community loves its pets, The event also featured a Dog Costume Contest and Bandanas were provided by LARPD, along with canine and to see so many people come out and celebrate their Dog & Owner Lookalike Contest, with prizes including goodie bags. relationship with their canine friends was gratifying," said gift baskets from Pet Food Express and Livermore Feed & "Shirley was happy to be in an environment with so Tim Barry, general manager of Livermore Area Recreation Farm Supply, and annual passes to Sycamore Grove Park. many of her own," said Livermore's Sue Eckles of her and Park District (LARPD). "Despite 621 dogs in atten- "I was pleasantly surprised with the number of entrants yellow Labrador. "She was also partial to the treats in her dance, there were no bad behaviors by the pooches. Peace for the owner-dog lookalike contest," said Lewis. "To the goodie bag. Thanks for a great afternoon, LARPD." broke out over the whole event!" ear, that doesn't sound like a contest I'd like to win, and I Although the record wasn't broken this year, both While it may be fair to say that not many people have just wonder if the winner is using that information to spice organizers and attendees were buoyed by the steep rise witnessed upward of 600 dogs in one area at one time, up their Match.com resume." in participants over the past three years with 371 dogs there is one place that has: Canberra is an Australian town Dogtoberfest sponsors included Wood Family Vine- participating in 2015, and 460 in 2016. that currently holds the Guinness World Record for Most yards, Nestle Water, Milk Bones, Ponderosa Homes, and Asked whether Livermore will try again next year, Dogs Wearing a Bandana at 764, a record that Livermore Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care. LARPD Director Jan Palajac said, "Heck, yeah! It was fell short of by just 143 this year. "During the event, more than 30 dogs received free a friendly, family-oriented crowd with so many smiling "I thought we had it based on the numbers and an eye- vaccinations from Dr. Conor Hoff," said LARPD spokes- faces. It was obvious everyone was having fun. I have ball test," said emcee Dave Lewis, of NBC News Radio. person Lea Blevins. "We’re so thankful to our volunteers never seen so many dogs in one place." "So that was a little deflating when we came up short. who worked the registration booth and counted dogs for That is, hopefully, until next year. However, everyone had a great time with all the events. the world-record attempt. The rest of the afternoon offered To learn more, visit larpd.org. NOVEMBER 2, 2017 • The Independent 5

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Table under the arbor at UUCiL, with decorations created by Laura Bennett. Children’s Chapter - by - chapter study playground in the background. Church Celebrates 60th Anniversary of the book of Revelation On a balmy evening called all to the Sanctuary, then were called together Saturday, October 7, more where greetings were of- briefly for a champagne than one hundred members fered by our Board Presi- toast and to sing Happy and friends gathered to cel- dent, Bob Thornhill, and Birthday to UUCiL. At ebrate the 60th anniversary Minister, Rev. Dr. Stephen eight, the master of ceremo- of the Unitarian-Universal- Furrer. A Sonata for Clari- nies, Michael Cooke, called ist Church in Livermore at net composed by Michele all those outside back into 1893 North Vasco Road. Mangani was performed by the Sanctuary to sing the The evening started off Joe Bonfiglio and Priscilla song that for many years with hearty appetizers of Grainger. The church choir has closed UUCiL's Sunday FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3 prawns, stuffed mushrooms, then sang Growing Togeth- Services. crab cakes, chicken filo er, an original piece of mu- Decorations for the cups, and other delights to sic written by UUCiL choir Gala were created by Laura the palate. Folks gathered director Wendy Fisher. Bennett. Highlights from 7:30 PM around tables under the The formal program the event were captured by arbor and the back lawns to was then followed with photographer Pushpa Dalal. chat with friends, some who dancing to music played A warm up for the Gala traveled far distances and by the Band of Jim Hur- was the Walk Down Memo- Continuing Nightly who were founding mem- ley. Folks wandered into ry Lane held on September bers and congregants during the Tot Green Room to see 11th. Future celebrations the 1960s and '70s. the photo exhibit, replenish will include a UUCiL Tree For 11 Nights At six, piano music their plates and taste the and its "planting" and the played by Tom Reynolds desserts. The partygoers eventual burying of a Time Capsule. Classical Guitar Concert at the Library CHURCH AUDITORIUM Peter Fletcher will present a Classical Guitar Concert at 2 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Livermore Civic Center Library. Fanfare Magazine writes, “Fletcher’s performances bear not a trace of strain or awk- 243 SCOTT STREET wardness. His playing reminds me of Segovia’s—not Segovia at the end of his career, when he sometimes sounded a little too careful, but Segovia at the time of his several LIVERMORE, CA Decca LPs from the 1950s and 1960s. This is mellow playing, and melody is king, but rhythmic vitality is never sacrificed, phrasing is precise, and harmonies always retain a jewel-like clarity.” The Friends of the Livermore Library have underwritten Fletcher’s concert at the library as part of the Friends Authors and Arts Series. The library is located at 1188 South Livermore Avenue, Livermore. For information, call 373-5500.

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A Night in Old Havana Set Photographs from for Friday, November 3 Around the World by Laura Ness Who knows what adventures the olive-hued craft Cuba may be currently off limits from a travel per- owned by Callahan saw during its phase of active duty. spective, but you can still dress up and pretend you’re Today, it is be-decked nicely by artist John Bartevian, headed to the Buena Vista Social Club this coming with a grape motif, including a seal containing three Friday, November 3. The Tri-Valley Conservancy folks bemused-looking grapes that reads: USS Rubino, Grapes invite all to attend the “A Night in Old Havana” gala of Wrath. It comfortably seats for 14, and fittingly, they celebration, featuring delicious drinks, delectable Cuban have barrel backs. Previously, it had a payload of 24 cuisine, classic cars, live salsa dancing and lessons, cigar soldiers. rolling and even a flamenco guitarist. Son Eric Callahan, GM of Rubino and Ruby Hill, says There are many auction items, including a case of the it was a scary moment maneuvering the non-operational 13 winning wines from the 2017 Uncorked Competition; amphibious craft from the flatbed it arrived on into the a six-year vertical, 2009-2014, of Kathryn Hall Cabernet barn where it underwent restoration. He definitely lost Sauvignon in a beautiful wooden box along with tour a few hairs over that one. He says the thing is a beast to and tasting for four at the St. Helena Winery; two tickets drive, with absolutely no power steering other than the to a Warriors game luxury box; a progressive dinner for driver’s upper body strength. 10 in the homes of three fabulous couples, the Kents, the But, USS Rubino is ready to surf through the vine- Looking North from the Arroyo Mocho photo by Richard Triskas and the Woods; a one-week stay in a 3-bedroom yards for two tours daily, in honor of Veteran’s Day, Finn. condo during ski season at Big Sky Resort in Big Sky, November 11 and 12, at 11:30 and 2:30. For this special Montana; food and wine pairing in the cellar for eight at weekend only, the usual 14-person minimum to book the During the month of No- Nottingham featuring cellar selections and food by local boat is being waived, in favor of a two-person minimum. vember the Livermore Val- ley Camera Club (LVCC) favorite Posada; and a Seaside winner’s choice of a four- So grab a friend or a bunch of friends and come out for will be showing a selection night stay in either Playa del Carmen, Los Cabos, Costa an unforgettable vineyard tour, complete with winetast- of photographs at the Liver- Rica or Belize. ing and goodies from the deli. more Library Gallery. The local non-profit land trust invites all to look back A special duck boat tour for 12 people is being of- The Wonderful World on the past glories of Cuba and appreciate what they fered by Rubino Winery as part of the TVC Night in Old of Photography will feature contributed to the Latin culture, while encouraging pres- Havana event, and includes wine tasting at Ruby Hill, LVCC members displaying ervation of the most precious aspects of the Tri-Valley in Nottingham Cellars and McGrail Winery, followed by a images that have been taken perpetuity. Buy tickets or learn more at TriValleyCon- private dinner & bocce at Campo di Bocce. all over the world. Many servancy.org or (925) 449-8706. Rubino is just wrapping up its North Bay fire fund of these images are not only drive, and plans to deliver another infusion of cash to the competition winners at the Those Eyes photo by CELEBRATE VETERAN’S DAY WITH Lake County and Mendocino relief fund, after already club level but also when Debbie Lindemann DUCKBOAT TOURS AT RUBINO raising $5993 for Napa and Sonoma at a Ruby Hill placed up against winning Mike Callahan, owner of Ruby Hill and Rubino win- release party, including staff donated tips. Callahan says photographs from clubs one year membership in the belonging to the Northern camera club. eries, is something of a collector of old vehicles, to wit, they wanted to focus on helping everyone impacted by California Council of Cam- The LVCC meets the the beautifully restored Mello Cielo bus that does the all the wild fires that devastated so many winegrowing era Clubs. The viewers will first and third Monday vineyard tours. There have been rumors about the World regions in early October. notice the photographs are evenings of each month War II duck boat he acquired from a Palo Alto collector’s Mark your calendars for the annual Sip ‘n Shop at Ru- as varied as are the interests except December for educa- estate a couple of years back, restoring it with the help of bino on Thursday, November 30, when the place is trans- of the members of the club. tion and learning focused his buddy, Dan Donley, who used to work for Ford. formed into a gift bonanza, featuring lots of local arts Many of the framed and competition with outside The Duck boat, an amphibious troop transporter and crafts, along with an auction that benefits non-profit matted photographs can be judges. Each month that known as DUKW by its original manufacturer, Yellow Sunflower Hill, which is building residential communi- purchased. has a fifth Monday the club Coach and Truck Company, which became known as ties for adults with special needs. Many of those being The Livermore Val- has a photographic special- GMC Truck and Coach after 1943. It weighs 2.5 tons, served have been diagnosed with autism, a condition that ley Camera Club (LVCC) ist share their expertise. has six wheels and over 21K were built. The “D” stands has seen an alarming increase over the last three decades. was founded in 1958 so The LVCC meets at the for 1942, U for utility (amphibious), K for all-wheel The Sunflower Hill Garden project at Hagemann that photographers of all Dublin San Ramon Services drive, and W for its two powered rear axles. Ranch, started in April 2015, serves high school transi- levels could meet to share District Main Office which is at 7051 Dublin Blvd. in Initially, it was rejected by the military, until a US tion classes as well as adult day community classes. It is their images, learn from each other, and take part Dublin. The meetings start Coast Guard patrol boat ran aground in Provincetown, modeled, in part, after the Alice Waters’ Edible School- in a range of photo-related at 7:00 pm and last until MA, in heavy seas and wind, preventing conventional yard Program in Berkeley, CA, and after Bittersweet activities. Today educa- about 9:00. Guests are craft from affecting a rescue. To the aid of the stranded Farms in Ohio. It fosters Horticulture knowledge, Life tion remains the focus of always welcome to attend. men came an experimental DUKW that just happened Skills and Healthy Quality of Life. Their mission is to the club. Each spring the More information about to be in the area. Talk about a lucky duck! Thereafter, enhance the options available to those with special needs club sponsors photography the club can be obtained at it was widely used for amphibious beach landings, of by creating a diverse community of choice that supports classes, with field trips, http://lvcc.photoclubser- which there were quite a few in both WWII and the a sustainable, productive and happy quality of life. through the Livermore vices.com/ and http://www. Korean conflict (the first one). So seaworthy was the More on the Sip ’n Shop, complete with vendor list- Area Recreation and Parks livermorevalleycameraclub. DUKW that it even crossed the English channel. ing, next time. Department. Those that com/Default.aspx take the classes receive a The library is located at 1188 S. Livermore Avenue.

NOVEMBER 2, 2017 • The Independent 7 Imagery Used As Tool to Fight Cancer from Within

By Carol Graham physical approaches and powered to help them- Best Medicine." "The message of the therapies, scientific stud- selves decrease fear, boost Marriott Pleasanton and day," said Kathy Darling- ies have proven that it their immune systems, and Hacienda Helping Hands ton, "was that we have complements and en- positively affect their can- sponsored the Fight- more power and influence hances those treatments in cer journey with the power ing Cancer From Within over our bodies and health many important ways." of their minds. Integrative event. than we know." Cancer treatment aims medicine addresses the "Using tools such Darlington was one of to reduce and eliminate whole person and makes as guided imagery is a 80 attendees at "Fight- cancer cells in the body, for better healing. More choice. It is safe and can ing Cancer From Within: typically through surgery, research is being done only help, not hurt in any What Roles Can the Mind chemotherapy and radia- to support many types way," said Darlington. Play?" The free, open-to- tion. of holistic, noninvasive "Relaxation and sending the-public talk was hosted "What's not paid atten- therapies for pain and all positive messages to our by the Sandra J. Wing tion to by medicine, al- types of disease." bodies is empowering; we Healing Therapies Foun- though this is changing, is The Sandra J. Wing can shift our perspectives dation, and took place on treating the patients who Healing Therapies Foun- from helplessness to capa- October 14 at the Marriott have cancer, and support- dation is a Pleasanton- bility. It does not replace Pleasanton. ing and augmenting their based nonprofit founda- surgery or medication, but "Traditionally, athletic innate biological ability tion that provides cancer can augment and work coaches have used imag- to heal, because we are all patients with financial synergistically with mod- ery to inspire athletes to natural healers," Rossman assistance for comple- ern medicine to improve succeed. Then the business said. "There's a lot we can mentary healing services, our likelihood of a good or community began using it do to make these built-in Dr. Martin Rossman and Sandra J. Wing such as guided imagery, better outcome. improve outcomes," said systems stronger and more acupuncture, acupressure, "We live in a world Darlington, an Integrative effective. The advent of with imagery, which ing The Worry Solution, therapeutic massage, and filled with daily stress Care Nurse at Stanford therapies has saved lives, focuses on reducing and Fighting Cancer From deep-breathing meditation. from the outside and Health Care-ValleyCare. but we dropped the idea reversing treatment's ad- Within, and Guided Imag- These therapies can pro- anxieties from the inside. "Now imagery is empow- of bolstering the strength verse side effects, patients ery for Self Healing, along vide relief for neuropathy, Anything we can learn ering individuals to influ- of the patients. Now we're are also more likely to be with many downloadable anxiety, stress, nausea, and do on a regular basis ence better outcomes and picking it up again." willing and able to com- guided-imagery pro- fatigue and pain. that helps us as individu- regaining health. Aware- Rossman highlighted plete their full course of grams, including Creating "We typically host als – to be calm, to gain ness of body-mind health various mind-body thera- treatment. Wellness, Minding Your three or four free com- clarity and to rejuvenate is growing. It is not just pies like guided imagery, "There is a real physi- Weight, and Stress Relief. munity-education events the mind, body and spirit a hippie or guru message visualization and relax- ological link between what "I attended the talk per year," said Wing. – is helpful for our health of the '60s; it is real, and ation techniques which our brains are putting because I wanted to meet "Previous talk topics have and happiness during this research confirms this." help patients calm fears, out and how our immune Dr. Rossman in person," included integrative medi- human existence. When The keynote speaker access strength and focus systems work," Rossman said Integrative Medicine cine survivorship strate- each of us is our healthiest was Dr. Martin Rossman, goals. said. "If we aren't paying Specialist and RN Laurie gies, nutrition, what to ex- and best self, we can not a University of Michigan "Imagery is the Rosetta attention, what we're doing Ratto, who founded the pect during chemotherapy only be happier but we can Medical School graduate Stone of all mind-body most of the time is driving Mind and Body Method. and radiation, mindfulness serve the world around us and general practitioner of practices," Rossman said. ourselves crazy and scar- "Using imagery, people for healing, and Margaret better, too." 45 years with a long stand- "I like to have patients re- ing ourselves half to death. with cancer can be em- Zhao's Laughter is the To learn more, visit ing interest in the impor- lax and develop an image The number one function thehealingmind.org. tance of attitudes, beliefs, of how things will turn of the brain is to keep us emotions and mind-body out if it were up to them. alive; it allows us to solve practices in medicine and They imagine getting problems in advance, to health. through things the way learn from the mistakes "Dr. Rossman has they'd like to get through of others, and to survey been hailed as one of them. That in itself is a the world to keep us safe. the greatest healers of very grounding thing to When we learn how to use our generation, showing do. It helps people make our imaginations on pur- cancer patients how to decisions and set a course. pose they can be tremen- use imagery in specific Things don't always go dous healers. We want to ways that can help them the way we set our minds, take care of contingencies, fight cancer," said Sandra but they will go that way but we don't want to dwell J. Wing. "While imagery more often if we set the on bad outcomes." is not a substitute for course." Rossman has written medical, surgical or other Rossman stated that several books, includ- 8 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017 ART & ENTERTAINMENT

ART/PHOTO EXHIBITS then “Young@Art.” The class code Eighth St., Livermore. Artists are double kick, guitar and bass amp. popular music. 2 p.m., Nov. 12, Wild Party). Directed by Chanticleers Livermore Art Association Gallery, is 4784. Instructors: Julie Finegan, welcome to bring finished, unfin- Any style music. Bands welcome. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Theatre’s Artistic Director, John located in the Carnegie Building, Debbie Wardrope. Gallery hours: ished or no work at all to receive a Age 21 +. R Place Live Music Club, Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. Baiocchi. The Addams Family, a offers art classes, unusual gifts, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from critique from the group. Refresh- 2562 Old First St., Livermore. org or 373-6800. New Musical Comedy runs through painting rentals, art exhibits and 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 ments are brought by some of the Blacksmith Square, music every Sat- The Kingston Trio, Nov. 17, Bankhead November 5. Curtain time for Friday information pertaining to the art a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington Gallery artists, and a donation of $5.00 is urday 3 to 6 p.m. in the courtyard, Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, and Saturday evening shows is 8:00 field, 2155 Third St., Livermore. The at the Firehouse Arts Center in desired although not mandatory. 21 South Livermore Ave., Livermore. www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- pm and Sunday matinees start at gallery has been open since 1974 Pleasanton, 4444 Railroad Avenue. Contact for this event is D’Anne Chris Bradley's Jazz Band appears 6800. 2:00 pm. General admission is $25; and is run as a co-op by local art- Donations always appreciated. Miller at [email protected] regularly at: The Castle Rock Amethyst Quartet, saxophone, Del admission for Seniors (60+)/Stu- ists. Hours are Wed.-Sun. 11:30-4 Figure Drawing Workshop, every Restaurant in Livermore/on Portola Valle Fine Arts, Nov. 18. Bankhead dents/Military is $20. Chanticleers p.m. For information call 449-9927. MEETINGS/CLASSES Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Avenue-- the 2nd Tuesday each Theater, 2400 First Street, Liver- Theatre is located within the Castro Members of the Pleasanton Art Artists bring their own materials month from 7:30-9:30--Dance floor, more. www.bankheadtheater.org or Valley Community Park at 3683 League Public Art Circuit are and easels. Open to all artists. full bar, small cover. 373-6800. Quail Avenue, Castro Valley. Call currently exhibiting art at six busi- Professional artist models (nude). African Guitar Summit, Nov. 2, 5th Annual Holiday Youth Music 510-SEE-LIVE (733-5483) or go to nesses in the Pleasanton - Dublin No instructor. Students under 18 Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Festival featuring Local Youth Musi- chanticleers.org for reservations/ Area. Viewing locations are: Bank need written parental permission Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. cians, 6 p.m. Nov. 25, Firehouse tickets. of America at 337 Main Street, to attend. Cost $20 per session. org or 373-6800. Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Bullets Over Broadway, Oct. 21- Pleasanton; Pleasanton Chamber Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St., "A Whole Lotta Night Music" concert Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. of Commerce at 777 Peters Street, Livermore. Coffee, tea and refresh- featuring three performers. Singer- or 931-4848. Sunday. Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre, Pleasanton; Sallman, Yang, & ments are available. Call or e-mail songwriter Dinah Chapman's music Pleasanton Community Concert Alameda CPA's at 4900 Hopyard Barbara Stanton for more info about has been recorded by Grammy Band, Holiday Music, 2 p.m. Nov. 26 Road, Pleasanton; US Bank at 749 the workshop, 925-373-9638 - nominee Ann Nesby. Dinah's motto Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Main Street, Pleasanton; Edward Alamo Danville Artists Association, [email protected]. is "one heart, one soul, one song." Avenue, Pleasanton. www.firehouse- Jones at 6601 Dublin Boulevard, demonstration by Philippe Gandiol, Piano and keyboard lessons, For David Deerfeeder is also a singer- arts.org. Free admission; donations Encore Players Dublin; and The Bagel Street Café Nov. 5, 2 p.m. Alamo Women’s children to adult. Beginner to early musician and an award-winning appreciated. www.pleasantonband. at 6762 Bernal Avenue Pleasanton. Club, 1401 Danville Blvd., Alamo. intermediate level. Half-hour private songwriter. Nancy Iskander's career com. Present a If interested in becoming a member Gandiol, an award winning Northern classes or small group classes in pop, jazz and classical music Pacific Chamber Orchestra & of the Pleasanton Art League or for California painter, has painted with offered. Twice-yearly recitals. (925) has spanned from the exotic resorts Chorus, Handel’s Glorious Messiah, Showcase of information regarding the Public oils for over 25 years. He paints 216-7231 or email thomasin_d@ of Marrakesh to Chicago's Rush 2 p.m., Nov. 26. Bankhead Theater, Scenes & Sketches Art Circuit, call John Trimingham at a variety of subjects: landscapes, hotmail.com for further info. Street clubs. The concert will be on 2400 First Street, Livermore. www. (510) 877-8154. cityscapes, still life, and figures. He Friday, Nov. 3, at 7:00 p.m., at Unity bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Johnny Botts – Whimsical new fine will be painting a cityscape while WINE & SPIRITS of Tri-Valley, 7567 Amador Valley Livermore-Amador Symphony, The community is art exhibit at Harrington Gallery’s discussing his technique during Wood Family Vineyards Fiesta Blvd., Ste 108, Dublin. Free admis- Musical Heroes, Dec. 2, 8:15 p.m. cordially invited to view Atrium Gallery @ Firehouse Arts his demonstration. For information, Friday, November 3. Tasting room sion and desserts. A love offering Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., the talents of an enthu- Center in Pleasanton. Opens October go to www.adas4art.org or www. open at noon. Live music by Steve will be received on behalf of the Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. siastic group of student 12, on display through November blackhawkgallery.org & Nadia - 4 – 7 p.m. Smokin Hot church. Everyone is welcome. www. org, 373-6800. and veteran actors en- 4. Bay Area artist Johnny Botts is PAL & LAA General Meeting, 7:30 Meats N Treats food truck here. unityoftrivalley.org Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas, 2 rolled in the Encore famous in California and beyond for p.m. Mon., Nov. 13. Bothwell Arts 2407 Research Dr., Livermore. Pleasanton Community Concert p.m. Dec. 3, Firehouse Arts Center, Players acting class, Pre- his fanciful works featuring space Center, 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Shadow Puppet Brewery, Sat., Band, Patriotic Highlights, 1:30 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. paring for Performance. robots, popular global destinations, Quilting artist Alex Anderson will Nov. 4th, celebrating its One Year to 3 p.m. Sun., Nov. 5. Veterans www.firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Showtimes are 8 p.m. plus a healthy dose of humor. In be the guest speaker. Over the Anniversary. Open from 11am to Memorial Building, 301 Main St., Holiday Music Concert, Dec. 7, 8 conjunction with IGNITE! Festival. years her central focus has been to 10pm. BBQ food truck, live music, Pleasanton. www.pleasantonband. p.m. Barbara Mertes Performing Arts Friday and Saturday, For more information on both the understand fabric relationships and and 22+ Shadow Puppet beers on com. Center, Las Positas College, 3000 November 10 and 11 at exhibit and the festival: www. an intense appreciation of traditional tap, including exclusive releases Jazz Concert, Nov. 8, 7 p.m. Barbara Campus Hill Dr., Livermore. www. the Bothwell Arts Cen- firehousearts.org. The exhibit is open quilts and beautiful quilting surface throughout the day. 4771 Arroyo Mertes Performing Arts Center, Las laspositascollege.edu/performing ter, 2466 Eighth Street, to the public during regular gallery design. The public is welcome to all Vista Ste. B, Livermore. shadowpup- Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill arts Livermore. hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday LAA & PAL meetings, free of charge. petbrewing.com or (925) 453-6498. Dr., Livermore. www.laspositascol- The Hot Sardines, Dec. 11, Bankhead The Showcase con- from 12:00-5:00 p.m.; Saturday Colored Pencil: Adult Coloring two Rodrigue Molyneaux fall wine re- lege.edu/performing arts Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, sists of short scenes and 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Harrington day workshop, Sat., Nov. 4th and lease on Saturday, November 11th, Vineyard View House Concerts www.bankheadtheater.org or 373- monologues honed to Gallery at the Firehouse Arts Center, Sat., Nov. 11th. 9:30 to noon. Tips 12:30 - 5:00PM. This weekend also presents Ari and Mia, Fri., Nov. 6800. performance level under 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. and techniquesg. Learn how to marks the return of the 2012 Envie, 10; 6 p.m. potluck social, 7:30 p.m. December People, A Classic Rock Donations appreciated. shade for three dimensional effects, a Barbera port, for the holidays. concert. Ari and Mia, an Americana Christmas, Dec. 15 and 16, the guidance of long- Art As A Spiritual Metaphor how to layer colors for a dramatic Live music performed by Livermore sister duo, play Americana Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad time teacher and direc- (Exhibit). November 1 – De- look to pages, and how to color black native Amber McDonald will fill the chamber-folk: mostly original music Ave., Pleasanton. www.firehouse- tor Darcy Marta. The cember 16, Firehouse Arts Center backgrounds with colored pencil and air (weather permitting); a special that stems from the north and arts.org or 931-4848. program ranges from Harrington Gallery. Six Bay Area artist pens. Color Christmas cards, $5 wine tasting flight. Rodrigue Mo- southeastern song and fiddle tradi- An Irish Christmas, Dec. 21, Olate a stirring speech from artists will address the spiritual in provided by instructor. Adult. $45. lyneaux Winery, 3053 Marina Ave., tions of North America. They sing Dogs, “Santa Paws Holiday Show,” Shakespeare’s “Henry art, using mythology, mandalas, Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 8th St. Livermore, www.rmwinery.com harmony, and play cello, fiddle, and Dec. 23, Bankhead Theater, 2400 V” to a burst of joy and Biblical narrative, and calligraphy Livermore. Instructor Maryann Kot. banjo. House limit: 40 music lovers. First St., Livermore, www.bankhead- triumph at a Southern in their diverse expressions. Artists: To sign up email maryannkot@ MUSIC/CONCERTS RSVP early, http://www.pingg.com/ theater.org or 373-6800. bass-fishing derby. Salma Arastu, Johanna Baruch, gmail.com Retzlaff Estate Winery, Live Music rsvp/ndkcc3h36jr7myvrj This is New Year’s Eve with Crawdad Re- Pauletta Chanco, Pam Fingado, Art Classes always on-going at the every Sunday. 12:00 - 4:30. 1356 a potluck event, please sign up. Sug- public, Dec. 31, Bankhead Theater, The Showcase will Wendy Robushi, SeongMi Seol. Free Bothwell Arts Center. Acrylics, oils, S. Livermore Ave, Livermore. http:// gested donation (all proceeds to the 2400 First St., Livermore, www. run for approximately an opening reception with the artists watercolor, drawing, colored pencil, retzlaffvineyards.com band): $15 - 20/adult, $5/ kids & bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. hour. It will be followed Thursday, November 2, 7-9 p.m. mixed media classes for adults and Bluegrass open mic and pickup teens, $10/financially challenged by a reception in the “My Special Holiday” Young@Art multiple children's classes always band; The Bandstand in Carnegie The Manhattan Transfer, Nov. 11, ON THE STAGE lobby with refreshments session: November 16, 4:30-5:45 available. Register at. bothwell. Park, 4th and K Streets, Livermore. 2 Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., The Addams Family: A New Musical and conversation. pm. $15 for residents, $22 for lvpac.org to 4 p.m. first Sunday of each month Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. Comedy, at Chanticleers Theatre in Reservations are not non-residents. Students tour and Show and Tell, Artists are invited to until Oct. 1, 2017. org or 373-6800. Castro Valley. The show was created necessary and admission discuss the exhibit, then head to the a monthly function at the Bothwell Nor Cal Open Jam Nights, Thursday Battle of the Big Bands, Gary Vec- by an award-winning team that is free. (A donation of Art Studio to create an art piece. To Arts Center, called “Show & Tell. 4th and Sunday nights, 9 p.m. to 2 p.m. chiarelli Productions with thirty includes authors Marshall Brick- register, visit Pleasantonfun.com and Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. All equipment supplies, full PA with musicians, two Big Bands on stage man and Rick Elice (Jersey Boys), $10 is suggested.) select “School Age,” and “The Arts,” at the Bothwell Arts Center, 2466 4 vocal mics, 4 piece drum set w/ playing 1930s and 1940s most composer-lyricist Andrew Lippa (The

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Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., of the month. The films are free audition for the performing choirs. Asbury United Methodist Church, that benefit the greater Livermore Pleasanton. Sat., Dec. 2. The pa- Livermore. www.bankheadtheater. and are screened in the Pleasanton No experience necessary. Livermore. www.valleyconcercho- community. Stroll the streets of rade starts at 5:00 p.m. At 6:45 p.m. org, 373-6800. Library large meeting room. Theme rale.org 19th-century London where vendors or when the parade ends, the Tree 42nd Street: Pacific Coast Repertory this year is "Turning the Wheels." Ev- CHORAL Valley Concert Chorale, A Midwinter ply their wares, and enjoy scenes Lighting Ceremony will commence! Theatre kicks off their 8th Season of eryone is welcome to attend. Some Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre's Rose, featuring Christmas choral from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas There will be musical entertainment, professional musical theater at the films are mature in content and may Broadway Chorus and Broadway pieces. Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m. First Carol with live performers, song, and tree lighting by the Mayor. Downtown Firehouse Arts Center with the spar- not be suitable for children. For more Chorus Kids Presents: "A Thoroughly Presbyterian Church, Livermore; dance. For the young and young at Pleasanton. hometownholiday@ kling classic. Chock-full of Broadway information or assistance, contact Modern Musical" Nov. 10 at 7:30 and Dec. 10, 3 p.m. Lynnewood heart Father Christmas will be on cityofpleasantonca.gov - (925) standards, including You’re Getting the Pleasanton Public Library at p.m. and Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. Valley United Methodist Church, Pleasan- hand. High tea will be served at the 931-5352 To Be A Habit With Me, Dames, (925) 931-3400, extension 4. 400 Community Church, 4455 Del Valle ton. www.valleyconcerchorale.org end of each day in Miss Ann’s Tea Home for the Holidays, Dec. 2, 11 We’re In the Money, Lullaby of Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton. Parkway, Pleasanton, For more infor- Room for $25 per person. A variety a.m. to 4 p.m. Downtown Livermore. Broadway, Shuffle Off to Buffalo, and mation or to purchase tickets, visit MISCELLANEOUS of pub specialties such as plough- Lizzie Fountain will be transformed 42nd Street. Opening Night: Satur- DANCE the TVRT website: www.trivalleyrep. Hagemann Ranch Open House. man’s lunch and bangers and mash, into a winter fun zone for children day, November 4. Shows run through The Nutcracker, Valley Dance Theatre org or call 925-462-2121. Tours of the 140+ year old ranch along with adult and non-alcoholic 5th grade and under. Holiday enter- Sunday, November 19: Friday, 11/17 full-length production. Dec. 9 at 2 Harmony Fusion Chorus, with Devil and free, family friendly seasonal beverages, are available throughout tainment, merchant open house and at 8 pm; Saturdays, 11/4 & 11/11 & and 7 p.m.; Dec. 10, 2 p.m. Dec. 15, Mountain Men’s Chorus and Ladies activities. The last Sunday of each each day at the Cat and the Fiddle carriage rides. www.livermoredown- 11/18 at 8 pm; Saturday matinees, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 and 17 at 2 and 7 First “Holiday Cheer Before It’s month, 1-4 PM. Go to www. Pub. For more information or to pre- town.com 11/11 & 11/18 at 2 pm; and Sunday p.m. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First Here” show with an afternoon of livermorehistory.com for the purchase tea tickets, please go to Annual Holiday Sights & Sounds matinees 11/5 & 11/12 & 11/19 at 2 St., Livermore. www-bankheadthe- carols and popular holiday songs. 2 monthly program. 455 Olivina Ave., www.saintbartslivermore.com. Parade and Tree Lighting, Dec. 2, pm. Added Show: Sunday, November ater.org or 373-6800. p.m. on Sat., Nov. 18 at Lynnewood Livermore. Elisabeth Rosenthal, author of An 6 p.m. Downtown Livermore. Santa 12, 7 pm. Reserved seat tickets Methodist Church, 4444 Black Ave., Political Issues Book Club meets American Sickness, 7:30 p.m. Dec. will make his grand appearance $19-$41. Purchase online at www. AUDITIONS/COMPETITIONS Pleasanton. Tickets are $25. Seniors the 4th Tuesday of each month, 12, Bankhead Theater, 2400 First ending with the tree lighting. www. firehousearts.org, 925-931-4848, Cantabella Fall Registration for 65 and above, and youth/students and reads books about issues and Street, Livermore. www.bankhead- livermoredowntown.com or at the center Box Office, 4444 international award-winning are $15. Advance tickets may trends that are driving current theater.org or 373-6800. Holidays in the Vineyards, Dec. 2 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton. Cantabella Children’s Chorus is be ordered by visiting the chorus affairs in both the national and Holiday Craft Boutique, Nov. 18, 10 and 3, noon to 4:30 p.m. Wineries Side by Side by Sondheim, Nov. now open to new students. Classes website at www.isingharmony.com, international arenas. Topics that a.m. Dublin Senior Center, 7600 showcase their decorated tasting 9-10, 8 p.m. Barbara Mertes offered in Livermore, Pleasanton or by calling Carrie Shaeffer at (925) have been covered include politics, Amador Valley Blvd. Assortment of rooms with special wines, arts, Performing Arts Center, Las Positas and San Ramon. High quality music 998-4719, email shaeffer1@earth- governance, economics, military handmade arts and crafts, gifts and crafts, holiday music, activities and College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., education to children ages 5-18. link.net; or Garrienne Nakano at affairs, history, sociology, science, decor. Admission is free. Presented more. Donated toys are given to the Livermore. www.laspositascollege. Visit cantabella.org/register/join or (510) 523-3324, email garrienne@ the climate, and religion. Contact by the Dublin Senior Center and the local Toys for Tots program. Admis- edu/performing arts call 925-292-2663 immediately for comcast.net. Rich at 872-7923, for further Dublin Senior Foundation. sion is free, however, tasting fees William Shakespeare's Taming of the more information or to register for Valley Concert Chorale, Sing It questions Dublin 34th Annual Holiday Tree may apply and vary by winery. www. Shrew, presented by the Tri-Valley the training choirs or to schedule an Yourself Messiah, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m. We’re Talkin’ Books! Club is a Lighting Ceremony, Thursday, No- lvwine.org Classical Christian Academy at 6:00 member-centered book group vember 30 at 7:00 p.m. Dublin Civic Ravenswood Victorian Yuletide, Dec. pm on November 17, 2017 at 945 led by a small group of book club Center, 100 Civic Plaza. Seasonal 10, noon to 4 p.m. Admission is Concannon Blvd., Livermore. The veterans, with reading selections entertainment with cookies and hot free, 1890s estate decorated for public is invited to attend. based on member recommenda- cocoa after the performance. Admis- a Victorian Christmas. Costumed Late Nite Catechism: “Sister’s tions and consensus. No homework sion is free. docents, musical entertainment, Christmas Catechism,” Dec. 1, required– share your insights Stories and Speeches, Dec. 1, 7 p.m. drinks and desserts for sale, visits Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., or just listen in! Contact Nancy Las Positas College, 3000 Campus with Santa Claus and a holiday gift Livermore, www.bankheadtheater. Tingstrom Turner at ntingstr@ Hill Dr., Livermore. www.laspositas- shop. 2647 Arroyo Road. For more org or 373-6800. yahoo.com. college.edu/performing arts information, call 925-443-0238. Dancing at Lughnasa, Dec. 1-10, 8 Storied Nights: An Evening of Hometown Holiday Celebration p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Barbara Spoken Word. 2nd Thursday of Mertes Performing Arts Center, Las each month. Features local authors Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill reading their work 7:30 to 9 p.m. Dr., Livermore. www.laspositascol- at Peet's Coffee and Tea, 152 lege.edu/performing arts So. Livermore Ave., Livermore. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Sponsored by LVPAC and Peet's. Civic Arts Stage Company, Dec. Information go to http://facebook. 8-17, Amador Theater, 1188 com/StoriedNights Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton. www. Jeans & Jewels, A Night in Old firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Havana; fundraiser for Tri-Valley Golden Follies Holiday, Holiday Conservancy to benefit land pro- Revue, 2 p.m. Dec. 10, Firehouse tection programs. Drinks, games, Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., dinner, auctions, and dancing. Pleasanton. www.firehousearts.org Pleasanton native Andrew Surrena will sing the Fri., Nov. 3. 6 p.m. Casa Real, 410 or 931-4848. lead role of Alfredo Germont in Sarasota Opera's Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton. http:// production of La Traviata. During the 2016-2017 trivalleyconservancy.org ( DEADLINE ) COMEDY season Mr. Surrena sang with Fort Worth Opera. He OK GO, Nov. 3, Bankhead Theater, Free Comedy Show every Thursday 2400 First St., Livermore, www. NOVEMBER 15 at Sanctuary from 7:30-9 pm in the made his debut as the tenor lead in the world premiere bankheadtheater.org or 373-6800. Skylight Room at Sanctuary, 2369 opera Voir Dire. Last summer Mr. Surrena performed Earlier Than the Bird, Nov. 18, 7 First St. in Livermore. with Chautauqua Opera and the Glacier Symphony in to 10 a.m. Downtown Livermore. ENTRY FORMS & INFORMATION AT The Big Fat Year-End Kiss-Off, Montana. Surrena was born and raised in Pleasanton. www.livermoredowntown.com WINEJUDGING.COM Starring Will Durst & Friends, 8 p.m. Annual Victorian Christmas Faire, Dec. 27, Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 He graduated from Foothill High School in 2007 and St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. www. received his master's and bachelor's degree from Church, 678 Enos Way, Saturday firehousearts.org or 931-4848. Northern Arizona University. He Surrena lives in New Nov. 11, 11:00-5:00 and Sunday, Nov. 12, noon-5:00. Admission MOVIES York City when he's not on the road. To learn more is free, and all proceeds from Classic Film Series, Pleasanton visit www.andrewsurrena.com. on site sales and donations help Public Library, 6 p.m. first Thursday fund a wide variety of programs 10 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017 THE VOICE (continued from front page) to walk off stage, Hudson BULLETIN BOARD pushed her button, "steal- ing" the artist for her team. (Organizations wishing to run notices ment and work in the San Francisco Bay handcrafted from the past including some young Veterans and their families for the Monday through Saturday. Donations can "Your voice is like an in Bulletin Board, send information to PO region and what climate solutions exist. great gifts and holiday decorations. Holidays. More information contact Elks be left at 4014 East Ave in the rear of the old soul and that's a gift," Box 1198, Livermore, CA 94551, in care No admission charge. Refreshments Golden Circle Seniors Annual Ba- 925 455-8829 or Polly 925-447-5986. building, 9:30 AM to 5 PM M-F, 8 – 2:30 Hudson said. "I notice the of Bulletin Board or email information to served. For more information go to www. zaar, at the Robert Livermore Community Tri-Valley Geeks, group of adults PM Sat, closed Sundays & holidays. [email protected]. Include name ohloneaudubon.org. Center, 4444 East Ave., Livermore. Tues., who get together for events like board Italian Catholic Federation, meets care and compassion that of organization, meeting date, time, place Widowed Men and Women of Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Wed., Nov. games, movies and fan conventions. 3rd Friday of the month, 6 p.m. St. you have for the music, and theme or subject. Phone number and Northern CA, Nov. 5, 1 p.m. lunch in 8 form 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Handmade items Meetings every Tuesday at 5:30 for dinner Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 4001 and here at 'JHUD Produc- contact person should also be included. Pleasanton, RSVP by Nov. 2 to Ruby, 462- include scarves, hats, totes, lap robes, and board games at IHOP, 4567 First St., Stoneridge Dr., Pleasanton. Anyone who tions' we truly appreciate Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.) 9636. Nov. 9, 1 p.m. lunch in Pleasanton, and baby, kitchen and holiday items all at Livermore. A schedule of upcoming events loves all things Italian is invited to meet to when music is given the Livermore-Amador Genealogical RSVP by Nov. 7 to Gloria, 846-8320. Nov. reasonable prices. can be found on Facebook at: Facebook. celebrate the Italian heritage with monthly Society, meets 7 p.m. Nov. 13. Speaker 12, 1 p.m. general meeting, birthday lunch Dress a Girl Around the World, com/groups/TriValleyGeeks. Text Melody dinner meetings and holding charitable love, care and attention it Martha Wallace will discuss land records in Pleasanton, RSVP by Nov. 9 to Gloria, an invitation to make simple dresses for Evenson at 925-209-1214 for more events. The group supports Children's Hos- deserves. So welcome to in public land state. Congregation Beth 846-8320. Nov. 18, 1 p.m. friendly bridge, girls in third world countries. Meetings information. pital research, college scholarships and team JHUD!" Emek, 3400 Nevada Ct., Pleasanton. No RSVP by Nov. 11 to Athene, 846-0111. are once a month. The next meeting is Golden Circle Seniors, meetings other charities. For information, contact It was a serendipitous charge. Visitors welcome. For additional Nov. 19, 11:45 a.m. luncheon and 2 p.m. November 4th, from 9 am to 3 p.m. at St. Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center Judy Wellbeloved, president, 462-2487. moment. information contact: Kay Speaks, L-AGS play in Pleasanton, RSVP by Nov. 16 to Raymond’s Kids Club (behind the main in the Robert Livermore Community Center, Questers is an international "I had actually gone Program Chair, email: program@L-AGS. Athene, 846-0111. Nov. 25, noon lunch hall) Shannon Ave., Dublin. Bring sewing 4444 East Ave. Sewing, knitting and organization of lovers of antiques, org. Refreshments following the program. in Pleasanton, RSVP by Nov. 22 to Vee, machine or serger, iron, ironing board, crocheting all year, saving items for the collectibles, and history who encourage into everything hoping so Tri-Valley Republican Women invite 510-708-8391. scissors, along with helping hands. (Those annual bazaar in November. Ninety-five preservation and restoration of historical bad for Jennifer Hudson all to the monthly dinner on Thursday, Chipotle Dine Out Fundraiser for planning to stay all day should bring a present of the proceeds are donated to landmarks. At chapter meetings, members as my coach. I've always November 9, 2017. Guest Melanie LHS Safe & Sober Grad Night. Wed., Nov. bag lunch.) Always accepting cheerful local charities. learn about antiques, share and view looked up to her and she Morgan, an award winning talk show host, 8, 4 to 8 p.m. Chipotle, 4691 First Street, cotton fabric donations. Those who can’t Pleasanton Lions Club, dinner meet- members' collections, visit historic sites, had been my first choice," author, columnist, journalist, TV anchor Livermore. Must bring in a flyer that can make the Sew-Fest but would like to sew, ings every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:30 museums and antiques shops and help and co-founder of the Media Equality be found on the Livermore High School arrange for kits that can be sews at home. p.m. 530 Inklings Coffee Shop in the Ward- non-profit organizations with restoration Mac said later. "That being Project, will speak. Beeb’s Sports Bar and PTSA Facebook Page. www.facebook. Questions? Suzanne Beck, 925-352-8447 robe Room, Pleasanton. Check website and preservation work. Chapter meets said, Blake had made me Grill Banquet Room, 915 Clubhouse Drive, com/livermorehighptsa. Show the flyer or [email protected] for meeting updates pleasantonlionsclub. the 4th Tuesday monthly from September feel a genuine connection Livermore. Social time 6:30 p.m., meeting on a smartphone or tell the cashier you're 44th Annual Bazaar on Friday and org. Pleasanton Lions Club is a non-profit to May. New members are invited to join in the moment, which made 7 p.m. Reservations due by Nov. 7. Call supporting LHS SSGN. Chipotle will donate Saturday, November 3 & 4 from 9:00 am organization that seeks to identify needs the local Amador Chapter. If interested me change it all at the last Jo Molz: 925-846-6155 / Cell: 925-367- 50% of the proceeds to LHS PTSA Safe till 3:00 p.m. Unique handmade gifts, within the community and work together to call President Rickie at 925-292-8123 or 6155 or email: [email protected]. and Sober Grad Night 2018. children's items. Holiday decorations for fulfill those needs. For more information or e-mail [email protected]. second." TVRWF members $ 30.00; guests: $ 35.00. Boutique: Baked goods, jams, Fall and Christmas, and Ornaments, Jel- to get involved visit pleasantonlionsclub. Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Following the Battles NAMI Tri-Valley general meeting Nov. baby items, aprons, “American Girl” doll lies, Candies, and baked goods available. org. All are welcome. Club. Feed your wonder about the Night episodes, contestants will 6, 7 to 8:45 p.m. Livermore Library, 1188 clothes, Christmas items, jewelry, towels, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1020 Mocho Learn Scottish country dancing Sky and the Cosmos by joining us on the compete in the Knockout So. Livermore Ave. Pathways to Wellness quilts, placemats, one of a kind items. (no Street, Livermore. in Livermore. Enjoy the lively reels and 3rd Friday of the Month for our club meet- and the Playoff rounds. Medication Clinics CEO, Neisha Becton, vendors) Cedar Grove Community Church, Holiday Craft Boutique, Livermore jigs and graceful strathspeys that are ing. Unitarian Universalist Church, 1893 N. will be our guest speaker and will talk 2021 College Avenue, Livermore, Friday, Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary annual the traditional social dance of Scotland. Vasco Rd., Livermore. Doors open at 7:00 The Voice, winner of four about the services that Pathways clinics November 10, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Holiday Craft Show on November 11th Make new friends and have fun while you p.m. talk starts at 7:30 p.m. For more info Emmys, airs Mondays at 8 provide. This meeting is free and open to Saturday, November 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2017 at 527 N. Livermore Ave from 9 to 3 exercise! We welcome you to our class, visit us @ http://www.trivalleystargaz- p.m. on NBC. the public. Boutique, Livermore Ladies a hosting p.m. Handmade treasures from vendors, Mondays 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Liver- ers.org/ Mac, who after filming Ohlone Audubon will meet Tuesday, their annual crafts and gifts boutique at: a raffle, lunch and purchase some home- more Veteran’s Hall, 522 South L Street, Ravenswood Historical Site, 2647 the first episodes turned 18 November 7, 2017 at 7:30pm at Castro 727 Polaris Way, Livermore. Saturday, made baked goodies. Proceeds will go to Livermore. Or: Fridays 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Arroyo Road, Livermore, Docents in 1890s Valley Adult School - 4430 Alma Ave, Nov. 18th, 8 am until 5 p.m., and Sunday, the local food bank and animal shelter. at Vineyard Ballet Academy, 39 California costumes give free guided tours beginning on September 27, will have Castro Valley. Tim Dec will speak on how Nov. 19th, 10 am until 2 p.m. Lots of For more information contact Evy Barr at Avenue, Ste. 110, Pleasanton. No prior at noon, on the second and fourth Sundays Tri-Valley residents pulling climate change will impact the environ- unique new designs and revisited items 925-980-7216. dance experience or partner required. of the month. Each tour includes the 1885 for his win. Annual Victorian Christmas Faire, A youth class (ages 8 thru high school) Cottage and the 1891 Main House, and "Music is who I am," St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 678 Mondays 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Pleasanton the beautifully landscaped grounds. For Mac said. "Winning will Enos Way, Saturday Nov. 11, 11:00- is also available. Call Margaret Ward at information on the Ravenswood Progress 5:00 and Sunday, Nov. 12, noon-5:00. (925) 449-5932 or Sheena MacQueen at League (RPL) or the volunteer Docent get me one step closer to Admission is free, and all proceeds from (925) 784-3662 for more information. Program, please call the Docent Coordina- launching my music career, Annual Tri-Valley Prayer on site sales and donations help fund a Rotary Club of Livermore Valley tor at (925) 443-0238. and becoming the artist that wide variety of programs that benefit the invites interested individuals to attend its Sons in Retirement (SIR) is a social I want to be." Breakfast Planned greater Livermore community. Stroll the morning meeting. Meetings are held every group of retired men who join together to To learn more, visit streets of 19th-century London where Tuesday at 7 am in Beeb’s Sports Bar & better enjoy their leisure time. Activities CityServe will host its fifth Annual Tri-Valley vendors ply their wares, and enjoy scenes Grill at the Las Positas Golf Course, 915 include golf, bridge, photography, travel, noahmac.com and nbc.com/ from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol Club House Drive, Livermore. For more fishing, biking, wine tasting, and technol- the-voice. Prayer Breakfast on Monday, November 20, 2017, with live performers, song, and dance. information, go to www.livermorevalleyro- ogy. The Tri-Valley Branch serves men 7:00 – 9:00 AM at the Doubletree at Hilton Hotel by For the young and young at heart Father tary.org/ or contact Frank Vallejo, President living in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore, JAZZ The Club, 7050 Johnson Drive, Pleasanton. Christmas will be on hand. High tea will of Rotary Club of Livermore Valley, at 925- and San Ramon. The group meets for (continued from page 3) This year’s special guest speaker is Efrem D. be served at the end of each day in Miss 595-2004 or [email protected] lunch on the first Thursday of each month Ann’s Tea Room for $25 per person. A Del Valle Folk Dancers: beginning at the San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Fircrest Pleasanton Jazz Society, a Smith. As an internationally recognized speaker, variety of pub specialties such as plough- and experienced dancers are welcome. Lane, San Ramon. Please read more about small group of jazz enthu- he has addressed organizations and events such as man’s lunch and bangers and mash, along Balkan, Israeli and other world dances, the Tri-Valley SIR at www.trivalleysir.org siasts. Athletes in Action, Campus Crusade for Christ, Youth with adult and non-alcoholic beverages, easy line and circle dances, no partners and the Statewide SIR at www.sirinc.org/. Inklings Coffee & Tea is Specialties, Compassion International, the Urban are available throughout each day at the required, casual dress. $3 per session For information or to attend a meeting, call Cat and the Fiddle Pub. For more informa- (first time free). Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 p.m. Carl Churilo, 925-967-8177. located at 530 Main Street, Youth Workers Institute, and Thrive. Music by tion or to pre-purchase tea tickets, please at the Bothwell Arts Center (West end), Assistance League® of Amador Pleasanton. The show runs recording artist, Staci Frenes. go to www.saintbartslivermore.com. 2466 8th Street, Livermore. Information: Valley invites all visitors to join this dedi- from 7 to 9 p.m. Purchase tickets at www.cityservetrivalley.org: Boutique, Livermore Pleasanton George Pavel (925) 447-8020 or george. cated group of volunteers, reaching out to Plans are to hold another cost is $55.00 per person. Table of 10 sponsorship #2117 Elks Lodge,940 Larkspur Drive, [email protected] those in need in the Tri-Valley and having concert on Dec. 1. The goal Livermore in Springtown. Nov. 18, 9 a.m. Square Dance Lessons in Livermore, fun doing it. Regular meetings are held on $500; CityServe Partner Sponsorship $1000 (includes to 3 p.m. handmade felt purses,jams and 7 p.m. at Del Valle High School, 2253 5th the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. is to make the concerts a table of 10). All proceeds over event costs will go jellies,floral arrangements,double sided Street. All ages welcome. Dancing Thurs- at the Parkview, 100 Valley Ave., Pleasan- monthly event with the Trio toward serving families in need in the Tri-Valley. For aprons leather goods Christmas orna- days weekly from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. ton. For more information, see our website, and a different guest soloist more information contact CityServe of the Tri-Valley ments photo cards, crocheted and knitted No partner or special attire needed. For www.amadorvalley.assistanceleague.org, baby items, jewelry,oil paints, many more information call Margaret 925-447- e-mail assistanceleagueamadorvalley@ each time. at (925) 452-8276 or [email protected] . To learn more, visit more,tamales lunch and bake goods also 6980 or [email protected]. yahoo.com, or call (925) 461-6401. for sale. Proceeds go to the Las Positas Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store, open Navy, Marine Corp & Coast Guard www.trivalleyjazz.org. College Veterans 1st program to the at 4014 East Ave. Hours will be 9 -6 Veterans. Meet with other like minded NOVEMBER 2, 2017 • The Independent 11 BULLETIN BOARD veterans for camaraderie and support the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday 486 S. J Street, Livermore. Sunday worship St., Livermore. .Sunday School (all ages) grams: 9am & 10:30am; Spanish service of veterans causes. The Fleet Reserve concerns, fears, and to celebrate the joys Service 9:30 a.m. 1020 Mocho St., at 9:00 am, followed by Bible Study/ – 8:30 AM. Communion – 9:30 AM. 925- 3:00pm; Jr & Sr High: Wednesdays, 6:30- Association is a chartered organization that are experienced. There is no better Livermore. Information, 447-8840. Sunday School at 10:20 am. For more 906-9561 stfrancisanglican.church. 8:30pm. For more information on weekday that provides a voice in Congress. Young support than being surrounded by others Our Savior Lutheran Ministries, information, visit www.goodshepherd- Center for Spiritual Living Bible study and prayer group schedules, go veterans are highly encouraged to get who know what you are going through. 1385 S. Livermore Avenue, Livermore. 9 livermore.org or call (950) 371-6200. Livermore Valley - People from all faith to www.celebrationcc.org involved in promoting the concerns of your Three times per year, the group collect a.m. worship (semiformal); 10:30 a.m. Bethel Family Christian Center, 501 traditions, cultures, races and sexual Coping with the Holidays Workshop, generation. The local branch of the FRA supplies and sends care packages to the adult Bible study/Sunday school. For North P Street, Livermore, Pastors are orientations welcome. Sunday service Thursday November 9, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. meets the first Friday of each month at troops. Contact [email protected] for information, call 925-447-1246. Don & Debra Qualls. Weekly ministries: at 10:00 a.m. Youth and teen programs Speaker: Father Padraig Greene; Mass of 6:30 PM at the Veterans Memorial Build- the location of the next meeting. Calvary Tri-Valley, Sunday Services Sunday 10 a.m. - Teaching Sessions; offered as well. All are welcome. Meeting Remembrance, Monday, November 13, ing, 522 South L St., Livermore. For more Livermore Military Families, a at 243 Scott Street, Livermore, 10:00am. Sunday 10:25 a.m. - Holy Grounds Fel- place 1886 College Ave., Livermore. For 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Father Paul D. Minnihan information go to www.fra.org or contact support group for families in Livermore www.calvarylivermore.org or 925-447- lowship; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 more information contact revharriet1@ will preside. Saint Elizabeth Seton Church, Roy Warner at 925-449-6048 or Loraine who have a loved one serving in the 4357. a.m. - Elementary aged children go to yahoo.com or visit us at http://csllvlight- 4001 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton. Maese at 454-1582. Military, is intended to be a safe place for Granada Baptist Church, 945 Kid’s Church following worship, nursery house.org. Operation: SAM “Supporting All family members to come and share their Concannon Boulevard, Livermore. available; Wednesday 7 p.m. - Back to the St. Matthews Baptist Church, 851 Military” is a 501(c)3 non profit military experiences and concerns with others who Services: Sunday school – 9:45 a.m.; wor- Point Bible Study; all ages; Friday 7 p.m. Rincon Ave., Livermore. www, smbclive. support organization based in Livermore. understand what they are going through. ship service – 11 a.m. All are welcome. - Celebrate Recovery; in the dining hall; com or 443.3686. Dr. Allen S. Turner. S.A.M. has been in operation since January All family members are welcome to attend 447-3428. 925-449-4848. Worship services 8 and 11 a.m., Sunday Compline 2004. It is dedicated to the continued meetings. Meetings on the 3rd Thursday Seventh-day Adventist Church, 243 Valley Bible Church, Pleasanton, family Bible school, 9:30 p.m., Bible study morale support of deployed troops. For of each month at the Livermore Veterans Scott Street, Livermore. 925-447-5462, 7106 Johnson Drive, Services at 9:00 and and youth ministry, Wednesday 7 p.m. at St. information or donations, visit www. Memorial Building, 522 South L Street services on Saturday: Sabbath school 9:30 11:00. Interpretation for the deaf at 9:00. Feed the homeless, Saturday 11 a.m. operationsam.org, email operationsam@ from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more a.m., worship 11 a.m. www.livermoresda. 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org Prayer, 6 p.m. weekdays. Raymond's comcast.net information, call Tami Jenkins, 925-784- org/ All are welcome. Valley Bible Church, Livermore, Tri-Valley Church of Christ, gives Depression and Bipolar Support 5014 or email livermoremilitaryfamilies@ Faith Chapel Assembly of God, meets at 10:00 am Sunday at 6751 South- away clothing and other items every At 8 pm, on Friday, Alliance (DBSA) Pleasanton, meets yahoo. 6656 Alisal St., Pleasanton, Adult Sunday front Road, Suite 6749, Livermore. Phone Monday 10-12. Donations are also ac- Wednesdays 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. St. Clare's Kiwanis Club of Pleasanton, meets school 9:15 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m., 925-227-1301. www.thecrossing.org. cepted on Mondays between 10-12. 4481 November 3, all are in- Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Rd., Fridays at noon at Vic's All Star Kitchen, Children's Church (Pre-K-5th grade) 11:15 Cedar Grove Community Church, E. Avenue, Livermore. vited to participate in the Pleasanton (not affiliated with the church. 201 Main St., Pleasanton. This is a a.m., Nursery to age 3, Women's Bible 2021 College Ave., Livermore. Worship Christ Church (a nondenominational Night Prayer, or Office of Information at www.dbsalliance.org/ Tri-Valley Club with members from Dublin study Wednesdays at 10 a.m., Senior Adult Services 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. www. evangelical church formerly meeting in Compline, that ends a day pleasanton or contact chapter leader, Al and Livermore, as well as Pleasanton. Ministries meet every other month. For cedargrove.org or call 447-2351. Pleasanton), Now meeting at Arroyo Mocho Pereira, 462-6415. The motto is "To serve the children of the ministry information call (925) 846-8650 Asbury United Methodist Church Elementary School, 1040 Florence Rd., of First Friday Eucharis- Bereaved Mother’s Network of world." All are welcome. Trinity Church,557 Olivina Ave., 4743 East Avenue, Livermore. A Reconcil- Livermore. Worship service at 9:00 a.m.; tic Adoration at St. Ray- the Tri-Valley meets the first Tuesday of Livermore. New Sunday Worship Services ing Church, where all are welcomed. Educational Classes for all ages at 11:00 mond. Each month. This each month, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Livermore RELIGION & Children’s Ministry times now at 9AM Sunday Worship time is at 10:00 a.m. New a.m. visit: www.christchurch-trivalley.org Civic Center Library, Small Conference First Presbyterian Church, 2020 & 10:30AM. Small Groups also meet on children and youth group programs. For or call 925.846.0665. liturgy is led by members Room. The aim of the network is to allow Fifth Street, Livermore. 8:30 a.m. Contem- Sundays, and during the week at various more information visit www.asburylive.org Unity of Tri-Valley is a welcoming of St. Raymond’s Canto- bereaved mothers to make connections plative Service in the Chapel and 10:00 times/locations. Trinity Student Ministries or call 925-447-1950. Asbury UMC can spiritual community for people of all faiths rum in a candlelit setting with, share resources, and support other a.m. Traditional Service in the Sanctuary (7-12th Grade) meet on Sundays at 9AM also be found on Facebook at Asbury UMC and backgrounds. Children's program that includes both English mothers who have been through the worst and children’s program For more informa- and on Weds. eve. from 7-9PM. Awana Livermore, with most updated information available. Ongoing groups and activities. experience of their lives, losing a child. For tion www.fpcl.us or 925-447-2078. meets Sundays from 3:30-5:30PM trinity- and worship sermons. Rev. Micah Murdock, minister. 7567 Ama- and Latin prayers and more information, contact katiestrube@ Tri-Valley Bible Church, 2346 Walnut livermore.org or 925-447-1848. Chabad of the Tri-Valley, 784 Palo- dor Valley Blvd., Suite 108, Dublin. 10:00 chants. comcast.net. St., Livermore, holds Sunday worship at 10 St. Charles Borromeo, 1315 Lomitas mino Dr., Pleasanton. 846-0700. www. am Sunday service. www.unityoftrivalley. Compline, a word Pleasanton Newcomers Club, open a.m. with Sunday school for all ages at 9 Ave., Livermore. Meditation groups follow- jewishtrivalley.com. Rabbi Raleigh Resnick. org. 925.829.2733. derived from Latin for to new and established residents of the a.m. Children's classes during adult wor- ing the John Main tradition, every Monday Lynnewood United Methodist GraceWay Church worships at 10 Tri-Valley. Activities include a coffee the ship service. AWANA children's program 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. For details, contact Church, 4444 Black Ave., Pleasanton a.m. Sundays at Alisal Elementary School, “completion," is the final first Wednesday of the month, a luncheon Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 449-4403 or www. Claire La Scola at 447-9800. offers a friendly congregation where all 1454 Santa Rita Road while its new facility hour of the ancient mo- on the second Wednesday of the month, Tri-ValleyBibleChurch.com. St. Innocent Orthodox Church, are welcome. Worship at 9 or 10:30 a.m. is being prepared. Services include band- nastic liturgies that are Bunco, Mah Jongg, walking/hiking groups, Unitarian Universalist, 1893 N. 1047 Serpentine Lane #300, Pleasanton. on Sundays with Sunday school for youth led worship music, Sunday School for prayed and sung through- family activities, and monthly adult Vasco Rd., Livermore. 10:30 a.m. Sunday Sunday Liturgy at 10 a.m. For details, go to and adults at 10:30 a.m. and childcare at preschoolers and elementary through high socials. Information, call 925-215-8405 or service. Information 447-8747 or www. www.stinnocent.net or call Fr. John Karcher both services. Contact Pastor Henry Kim school students. Infant care is provided. out the day. Compline fo- visit www.PleasantonNewcomers.com uucil.org at (831) 278-1916. at 846-0221, send an email to office@ www.gracewaylife.org (925) 846-4436. cuses on prayers, hymns DBE Daughters of the British Congregation Beth Emek, Center for St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, 3350 lynnewood.org or visit www.lynnewood.org. Grace Missionary Baptist Church, and readings that relate Empire, John McLaren’s Roses of Britain Jewish Learning, Prayer and Community Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, Services The Church of Jesus Christ of Lat- meets at 1759 Locust St., Livermore. to the ending of the day Chapter in the Tri-Valley meets at 11:00 in the Tri-Valley. 3400 Nevada Court, on Sunday, 8:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. ter-day Saints--Livermore Stake: Sunday (925) 667-1610. www.gracembc.com. a.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month Pleasanton. Information 931-1055. Rabbi Children’s Sunday School & Chapel at services--1501 Hillcrest Ave: Sycamore Sunday School, 9:45 am; Sunday Worship, and God’s protection at Castlewood Country Club. DBE was Dr. Laurence Milder, www.bethemek.org. 10:15 a.m. All are most welcome to come Grove Ward 9:00 am; Windmill Springs 11 am. Relevant and refreshing Bible throughout the night. founded in 1909 and is a nonprofit 501(c) Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, affiliated and worship with us and to enjoy our Ward 11:00 am. 950 Mocho St: Valley View teaching. Pastor: Jeff Barger. Following Compline, (3) organization made up of women of with the Congress of Secular Jewish hospitality. For more information call the Ward 9:00 am; Vineyard Hills Ward 11:00 Discovery Church of the Nazarene, all are invited to stay British or British Commonwealth heritage Organizations (csjo.org). Information, church office 925-462-4802. am; Mocho Branch (Spanish) 12:20 p.m. 5862 Las Positas Road, Livermore. Pastor and ancestry with a focus on charity and Rabbi Judith Seid, Tri-Valley Cultural Jews, St. Bartholomew's Episcopal 8203 Village Parkway, Dublin: Tri-Valley Curtis Lillie, 925 449-5256. Community and listen to a 30 minute fellowship. Those interested in helping 485-1049 or EastBaySecularJews.org. Church , 678 Enos Way, Livermore, (925) Young Single Adult Ward 1:30 p.m. Breakfast (free) served every Sunday at concert of sacred music with “the cause," enjoying social activities, First Church of Christ, Scientist, 447-3289. www.saintbartslivermore.com. The Church of Jesus Christ of 9:30 AM. Worship Service, Sundays at performed by the vo- and forming long-lasting friendships, Livermore, services 10 a.m. every Sunday service with Rev. Andrew Lobban, Latter-Day Saints: Pleasanton 1st Ward: 10:45 AM cal ensemble, La Cam- contact Edith Caponigro at 925-998-3500 Sunday. Sunday School for students (ages Priest-in-Charge, 10:00 am Eucharist with Sunday at 1 p.m., 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Gateway Church, 811 Marylin Av- or Jenny Whitehouse at 925-621-8946 for 3-20) is held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The music, childcare and Godly Play children Pleasanton 2nd Ward: Sunday 1 p.m. at enue, Livermore. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, erata. Musical selections additional information. church and reading room are located at education. 3574 Vineyard Ave. Pleasanton 3rd Ward: 11:00 a.m. Worship. For more information will include well-known American Legion Post 237, is looking Third and N Streets. The Reading Room, Little Brown Church, United Church Sunday 9:30 a.m., 3574 Vineyard Ave. visit gatewaylivermore.org or call Larry works by Palestrina, Mo- for new members, Meetings are the sec- which is open to the public, features of Christ 141 Kilkare Road, Sunol. 10:30 Pleasanton 4th Ward: Sunday 9:30 a.m., Trummel at 449.1444. zart, Scarlatti, J.S. Bach ond Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at books, CDs and magazines for sale. For a.m. worship. All are welcome here. www. 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Dublin 1st Ward: Grace Missionary Baptist Church Veterans Hall, 301 Main St., Pleasanton. information, call (925) 447-2946. littlebrownchurchofsunol.org 925-862- Sunday 9:30 a.m., 8203 Village Parkway. in Livermore invites members of the and others. Admission is Bring a copy of discharge document DD- Sunset Community Church, 2200 2580 John Knox Presbyterian Church, community to Wednesday evening study, free and the concert will 214 to a meeting. Mailing address is Amer. Arroyo Rd., Livermore. Sunday worship Pathway Community Church, 1055 7421 Amarillo Rd., Dublin. Sunday worship “Discovering the Bible.” Currently, the end by 9 pm. Leg. Post 237, P.O. Box 823, Pleasanton, service at 9:30 a.m. Hispanic service Serpentine Lane, Pleasanton. Contempo- service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for subject is , “The Holy Spirit and His Work.” St. Raymond Catho- Ca. 94566. starts at 2 p.m. Nursery and children's rary Worship Service, Sunday, 10:30 am. ages 3-18 during worship. Adult education The church address is 1759 Locust Street Pleasanton Military Families is church provided. A "Night of Worship" Children, youth, adult programs. Biblically Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Jr. High youth group in Livermore. Wednesday Bible Study lic Church is located at a Pleasanton based support group for first Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. based practIcal messages, nondenomi- Sundays 4:00-6:10 p.m. High school youth begins at 6:30 p.m. www.gracembc.com 11555 Shannon Ave., those who have a loved one serving in the Wednesday night program for all ages at 7 national. All are welcome. www.pathway- group Sundays 5:50-8:00 p.m. www. Celebration Christian Center, 1135 Dublin. Military. The group gathers at 7:00 p.m. on p.m. Information, call 447-6282. communitychurch.org (925) 322-1222. jkpcdublin.org (925)828-1846. Bluebell Dr., Livermore. 455-4250. Sunday Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, St. Francis of Assisi, 193 Contractors Services: 9am, 10:30am; children’s pro- 12 The Independent • NOVEMBER 2, 2017

EBRPD Names New Chief of Human Resources

Kip Walsh has been has best practices for a successful Milestones been selected as the new East human resources program,” Bay Regional Park District said Walsh. “I am delighted Livermore Nestle Factory Receives Certification Chief of Human Resources, to join an organization that succeeding Sukari Beshears has been such an important From Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard who left in January 2017. cornerstone for the quality As Chief of Human Re- of life in the East Bay. I look Nestlé Waters North maintenance standards in and responsibly managing sources Walsh will serve as forward to meeting with America announced hat its buildings – the AWS Stan- our local water resources is the District’s “Chief People people and working together Sacramento and Livermore dard sets global guidelines just part of our daily prac- Person” and will be respon- to support the District’s mis- factories have received cer- for efficient, collaborative, tice," said Livermore Fac- sible for implementation of tification for meeting the and transparent water stew- tory Manager Mike Parnisi. sion and goals.” rigorous Alliance for Water ardship methods, from the "We're very proud of this human resources services, Walsh holds a B.A. in Arts including strategic staffing, Administration from Cali- Stewardship (AWS) Stan- source, to the plant, to the achievement, and look at it Kip Walsh dard. Created by industry consumer. as an opportunity to reaffirm professional development, fornia state University East leaders and prominent en- “Aligning to the AWS our commitment to water and employee wellness and Bay and a Master of Science vironmental conservation Standard puts Nestlé Waters stewardship." benefits. Walsh will also be and procedures. in Education & Counseling groups such as The Nature at the vanguard of a new California was selected responsible for the retention “I believe in recruiting from California State Uni- Conservancy and the World movement for water stew- as the first location for AWS and attraction of qualified the right talent, providing an versity East Bay. Wildlife Fund (WWF), the ardship and conservation certification because of the employees, effective em- environment that supports Walsh’s first day was Oc- AWS Standard is the first worldwide,” said Nelson shared water challenges in ployee relations, and admin- employees' positive experi- tober 30, 2017. comprehensive global stan- Switzer, Chief Sustainabil- the state, including the recent istration of benefits, policies, ence of work, and promoting dard for measuring responsi- ity Officer at Nestlé Waters five-year drought. In certi- ble water stewardship across North America. fying these sites, auditors social, environmental, and Sacramento and Liver- looked at a number of factors economic criteria. more are the second and within the groundwater ba- In the same vein as the third locations in the state to sins where the plants are lo- 1st United Credit Union Raises $10,000 LEED certification system receive certification. cated, such as water quality, – designed in 1993 by the "Working closely with the the availability of existing for Community Food Bank U.S. Green Building Council community, improving the water sources, and the health 1st United Credit Union to their local community. Alameda County Commu- to measure environmental efficiency of our operations, of water-related areas, such announced the presenta- Over the past 6 years, 1st nity Food Bank pursue their design, construction, and as marshes, in the region. tion of $10,000 to Alameda United Credit Union has mission for a hunger-free County Community Food donated $59,071 to help community. Volunteers Finish Projects at Camp Parks Bank as part of their 6th An- nual Oakland A’s “Homeruns On Saturday, Oct. 21, The In addition to the work to increase the shaded areas for Hunger” program coor- Home Depot Foundation being completed at Camp Landscaping dinated in partnership with partnered with the San Ra- Parks, volunteers will help 95.7 The GAME (KGMZ- EDUCATION mon Presbyterian Church’s transform the Livermore De- Garner Selected FM). A local student from California are among the 611 who com- Building Bridges program partment of Veterans Affairs 1st United Credit Union pleted associate, bachelor's or graduate degrees at Fort Hays State to transform the Parks Army (VA) Hospital. The updates As CFO Chief Operating Officer, Ed University, Hays, Kan., in the summer 2017 term. Shawny Kobay Reserve Forces Training made to the hospital will Renteria, hosted the check Williams from Pleasanton earned a Master of Liberal Studies Pleasanton-based Black- (organizational leadership). Area (Camp Parks) for San help more than 100 senior hawk Network announced presentation along with 95.7 Francisco-area active duty veterans enjoy fresh air and that Charles O. Garner, CFA, The GAME A’s Pre and Post Riley Heffron of Livermore, who attended Granada High School, service members and vet- camaraderie in a new outdoor has been appointed chief Show Host, Chris Townsend. received the LEC Athletic Scholarship from Lake Erie College erans. space. financial officer. Garner Accepting the check on be- this fall. The College's merit scholarships are awarded to full-time Camp Parks services The project in Dublin is will succeed Jerry Ulrich half of Alameda County students and are renewable for up to four years with good academic more than 15,000 soldiers part of The Home Depot’s and social standing. as Blackhawk’s CFO, while Community Food Bank was and veterans as an active post annual Celebration of Ser- Executive Director, Suzan for training, rest, recreation vice campaign to improve Ulrich will continue to serve Ryan McCool of Livermore, a Biochemistry major at the as the company’s chief ad- Bateson. University of San Diego, recently participated in the USD Career and community. More than the homes and lives of U.S. 1st United Credit Union is Development Center's signature Torero Trek program. Torero Treks 200 veteran families call the military veterans and their ministrative officer until he retires after a transition in its 6th year supporting the are opportunities for USD undergraduate students to engage in post home. The facility is in families. Oakland A’s Homeruns for career exploration by visiting leading companies across the nation. need of volunteer support Volunteer projects at period with Garner. According to Ryan, "The Torero Trek gave me the opportunity to As CFO, Garner is now Hunger program benefitting to create a more accessible Camp Parks included: Alameda County Commu- meet with employers, explore organizations 'behind-the-scenes,'and and updated exterior space Refreshing the kitchen based out of Blackhawk’s ask questions about possible career options." corporate headquarters in nity Food Bank. For every for families to enjoy. More cabinets Oakland A’s regular season than 40 members of Team Installing a paver patio Pleasanton and will have Aleia Villanueva traveled to Guinea on a Simpson University responsibility for all finance homerun, 1st United Credit WorldSERVE team. Villanueva is from Dublin. Villanueva's major Depot, The Home Depot’s Building picnic tables is Pre-Nursing. Students who participate in WorldSERVE must associate-led volunteer force, and benches and adding new functions as well as legal, Union donated $50 to the Food Bank to honor their go through intensive training to help them prepare for their trips. will complete the work on grills compliance and corporate These spring break and summer teams provide service to different their day off. Installing a cedar pergola development. commitment to giving back communities across the globe.