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BY MEDHA RAMAN cient Persia before the advent of Islam. On Nowruz, fami- PHOTOS COURTESY OF BALLET AFSANEH lies wear new clothes, light a candle and sit around the table to read the Quran starting with the elderly. After- The Iranian New Year No Ruz is a celebration of spring ward, the elders stay home while the younger people visit Equinox. The present day Nowruz, with its uniquely Iran- their neighbors and are given gold coins or aydeh as pres- ian characteristics, has been celebrated for at least 2,500 ents. In the evening, a feast is prepared and all family years and is deeply rooted in the rituals and traditions of members sit down together to eat and enjoy the festivities. 3rd to 7th century AD Zoroastrianism, the religion of An- continued on page 4

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When Boba Fett captured famed Rebel hero Han Solo on behalf of Jabba the Hutt, everyone knew he was a force to be reckoned with. Even Darth Vader himself respected the galaxy’s best bounty hunter. For weeks, fans and visitors alike have wondered which mysterious character would join the exhibi- tion for its final months at The Tech. Now, the Empire has added a friend while the Republic counts one more foe. Boba Fett’s arrival marks the first time the renowned bounty hunter has appeared in the 20-venue in- SUBMITTED BY RENA KIEHN ternational journey of “Star Wars®: Where Science Meets Imagination.” The museum also revealed that, thanks to popular demand from franchise fans and science enthusiasts, it will extend the exhibition Whoooooo goes there? You should… and bring your family! Park through March 23. The iconic character will appear through the end of the exhibition. rangers invite the community to an early evening event all about owls As the final showing of “Star Wars®: Where Science Meets Imagination,” Bay Area guests will not and their nocturnal friends at Central Park near Lake Elizabeth. This want to miss this opportunity to discover the science of “Star Wars.” This 10,000-square-foot exhibition Friday, February 28, you will be able to participate in many activities features more than 80 authentic costumes, models, and props from all six films. Guests will explore the for kids and adults – anyone who wants to know more about our futuristic technologies shown in the films and the real science behind them that may one day lead to feathery and furry night time park dwellers. real-life versions.

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Washington Hospital Offers Free Seminar to Help Residents Find Health Insurance Under the New Affordable Care Act

ashington Hospital, through its March 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the free Health Insurance Informa- Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, Wtion Service, is working to help 2500 Mowry Avenue (Washington West) local residents understand the insurance re- building. To reserve your spot, go online to quirements of the new Affordable Care Act www.whhs.com and look under Upcoming that went into effect on January 1, 2014. Seminars, or call (800) 963-7070. In an effort to provide helpful information about the new Affordable Care Act, Washington Hospital will On Wednesday, March 5, the hospital Learn About Covered California conduct a free public seminar covering health insurance options for children, adults, seniors and those with is sponsoring a free seminar to give resi- Covered California, the state’s new health pre-existing conditions. The seminar will take place on Wednesday, March 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, 2500 Mowry Avenue (Washington West) building. To reserve your dents information about their insurance insurance benefits exchange, gives people the spot, go online to www.whhs.com and look under Upcoming Seminars, or call (800) 963-7070. options and health care services available tools to shop for health insurance that meets in our community. Options for children, their needs and fits their budget. On the ex- paying for health insurance obtained formed decisions about their health insur- adults, seniors and those with pre-existing change’s Web site www.coveredca.com, you through the exchange. ance. You can reach them at (800) 770- conditions will be discussed, and informa- can compare available health plans, get an- “We will also try to address areas of par- 9447 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday tion on free and low-cost services will be swers to questions and enroll in the plan you ticular concern, such as the needs of peo- through Friday. Information is available by provided at the seminar. select. In addition, Covered California can ple who have no coverage because they phone, or you can make an appointment “The insurance requirements and bene- help small businesses find affordable health have been out of work,” Caracappa says. for a free personal consultation. fits of the Affordable Care Act are new for insurance for their employees. There is also a “We’ll review different types of health in- everyone,” said Kristi Caracappa, health in- toll-free consumer assistance phone hotline. surance and government-sponsored pro- Learn About surance information coordinator at Wash- “At the seminar, we’ll talk about how grams as well.” ington Hospital. “We want to support the exchange works and how people can People with a pre-existing condition Medicare Options in April people as they learn about what it will mean determine the cost of coverage, depending who were previously unable to get afford- Washington Hospital will also offer a free for themselves and their family members. on if they are looking for an individual able coverage, can also find a plan to fit Medicare seminar on Tuesday, April 15.The their needs. Under the Affordable Care And, when necessary, we want to help them plan or a family plan,” explained Cara- lecture will discuss the qualifications that find the right health insurance.” cappa. “It’s important to note that the Act, insurance carriers can no longer deny are needed for Medicare, Medicare Part D Titled: “Do You Have Health Insurance open enrollment period ends on March 31 coverage due to illness or a pre-existing (prescription drug plan) and Medicare Coverage? Learn About Your Options,” the if you want to enroll in a health plan this condition. seminar will feature information regarding year through Covered California.” Washington Hospital’s Insurance Infor- Advantage plans. To find out more about the Affordable Care Act, Covered California, The Covered California website in- mation Service is a free, confidential pro- Washington Hospital’s Health Insurance Medicare and other health programs. The cludes an online calculator to help people gram that works to provide people with Information Service, visit free lecture will take place on Wednesday, determine how much they can anticipate the information they need to make in- www.whhs.com/health-insurance.

InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com

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12:00 PM 12:00 AM Movement Disorders, Strengthen Your Back! Deep Venous Minimally Invasive Sidelined by Back Pain? Hip Pain in the Young and Parkinson's Disease, Learn to Improve Your 12:30 PM Thrombosis Hip Replacement Get Back in the Game Tremors and Epilepsy Back Fitness Middle-Aged Adult 12:30 AM Raising Awareness About Stroke

1:00 PM Minimally Invasive 1:00 AM Treatment for Common Women's Health Gynecologic Conditions Women's Health Women's Health Minimally Invasive Conference: Age Get Your Child's Plate in Conference: Age Surgery for Lower Back Conference: Can Lifestyle 1:30 PM Shape Reduce the Risk of Women's Health Appropriate Screenings Appropriate Screenings Disorders 1:30 AM Conference: Aging Cancer? Gracefully Do You Have Sinus 2:00 PM Problems? 2:00 AM Strengthen Your Back! Important Immunizations Learn to Improve Your 2:30 PM Washington Township for Healthy Adults Washington Township Washington Township 2:30 AM Back Fitness Health Care District Health Care District Don't Let Back Pain Health Care District Board Meeting Board Meeting Sideline You Board Meeting February 12th, 2014 February 12th, 2014 Arthritis: Do I Have One February 12th, 2014 3:00 PM of 100 Types? 3:00 AM Minimally Invasive 3:30 PM Surgery for Lower Back 3:30 AM Disorders Treatment Options for Do You Suffer From Knee Problems Breathing Problems? Your Concerns InHealth: Your Concerns InHealth: Chronic Obstructive 4:00 PM Senior Scam Prevention Senior Scam Prevention 4:00 AM Fitting Physical Activity Do You Suffer From Vitamins and Supplements - Pulmonary Disease or Into Your Day Anxiety or Depression? How Useful Are They? Asthma 4:30 PM 4:30 AM What Are Your Vital Signs Telling You? Superbugs: Are We Kidney Transplants 5:00 PM Winning the Germ War? 5:00 AM Community Based Senior Raising Awareness About Supportive Services Stroke Diabetes Matters: Top Important Immunizations Disaster Preparedness 5:30 PM Foods for Heart Health for Healthy Adults 5:30 AM Voices InHealth: The Inside Washington Hospital: Greatest Gift of All The Green Team 6:00 PM Getting the Most Out of Diabetes Meal Planning: 6:00 AM Your Insurance When You Strategies for Seasonal What You Should Know Diabetes Matters: Top Have Diabetes Success Wound Care Update About Carbs and Food 6:30 PM Foods for Heart Health Washington Township Washington Township 6:30 AM Labels Health Care District Health Care District Board Meeting Board Meeting GERD & Your Risk of Wound Care Update February 12th, 2014 February 12th, 2014 7:00 PM Esophageal Cancer 7:00 AM

7:30 PM Kidney Transplants Shingles 7:30 AM Treatment Options for Do You Suffer From From One Second to the Knee Problems Breathing Problems? Next Diabetes Matters: Turning 65? Get To Know Chronic Obstructive 8:00 PM Vacation or Travel Plans? Medicare 8:00 AM Pulmonary Disease or Asthma Heart Healthy Eating After Washington Township Washington Township 8:30 PM Surgery and Beyond 8:30 AM Health Care District Latest Treatments for Health Care District Cataracts and Diabetic Eye Voices InHealth: The Board Meeting Cerebral Aneurysms Board Meeting Peripheral Vascular Conditions Greatest Gift of All February 12th, 2014 February 12th, 2014 9:00 PM Disease: Leg Weakness, 9:00 AM Symptoms and Treatment Diabetes Matters: & Percutaneous The Weight to Success Strengthen Your Back! Diabetes Matters: Top Key To A Healthy Heart (Under the Skin) Learn to Improve Your 9:30 PM Foods for Heart Health with Diabetes Treatment How to Maintain a Back Fitness 9:30 AM Healthy Weight: Good Keeping Your Heart on Treating Infection: Learn Nutrition is Key 10:00 PM the Right Beat About Sepsis Getting the Most Out of 10:00 AM Your Insurance When You Minimally Invasive Healthy Nutrition for Learn About Nutrition for Have Diabetes Surgery for Lower Back 10:30 PM Your Heart a Healthy Life 10:30 AM Diabetes Matters: Disorders Diabetes Meal Planning Do You Have Sinus Financial Scams: How to 11:00 PM Problems? Protect Yourself 11:00 AM Alzheimer's Disease Influenza and Other Diabetes Matters: Key Turning 65? Get To Know Healthy Nutrition Contagious Respiratory To A Healthy Heart with 11:30 PM Medicare for Your Heart 11:30 AM Conditions Lunch and Learn: Healthy Diabetes Holiday Cookies February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 3

After having emergency bypass surgery at Washington Hospital, Veronica Vicente (right) is now attending regular t age 52, Veronica Vicente led a ington Hospital. After examining Mrs. Vi- exercise sessions through very active lifestyle, working as a cente and ordering another EKG, he Washington Hospital’s dental assistant and following a scheduled an echocardiogram – a sono- A Cardiac Rehabilitation regular exercise routine. For nearly a year, gram of the heart – for the next week, fol- however, she had been experiencing inter- lowed by a stress test a few days later. Program. After regaining mittent chest pains and shortness of “I had forgotten to tell Dr. Tsoi about her confidence and breath. Occasionally, her jaw would lock the locking of my jaw before I had the up when she exercised. stress test,” she notes. “When I told him strength, Vicente is “I had been seeing my regular doctor about that odd symptom, he decided to looking forward to for routine checkups, monitoring my order a nuclear medicine imaging exam traveling to the Philippines to visit her relatives this year.

is the main artery that supplies blood to nurses and other staff members in the hos- the heart, and any stenosis above 50 per- pital,” she says. ”A dietitian came in to cent is considered very serious. In essence, provide me with guidance on following a her ‘life line’ was blocked, and her life was diet that includes more fruits and vegeta- hanging by a thread. Using a stent or bal- bles and is lower in fats, cholesterol and loon angioplasty to open up the artery salt. I also met a woman from the ‘Mended were not viable options. She needed emer- Hearts’ program – they are former heart gency bypass surgery. patients who volunteer to visit heart pa- “We realize that learning you need to tients in the hospital. It was encouraging have emergency heart surgery can be quite to know that other people have gone upsetting, so we explained the situation through the same experience I did and Dr. Shashank Jolly, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Washington Hospital, was Mrs. Vicente heart surgeon. carefully, showing compassion for the pa- have recovered.” A board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Jolly has performed more than 500 heart surgeries tient and family,” he adds. “I also spoke On her last day in the hospital, Mrs. in the last four years. with Mrs. Vicente’s sister, who is a doctor Vicente met with Washington Hospital’s blood pressure and cholesterol,” she recalls. that showed possible blockage of an artery, in the Philippines, to answer all her ques- Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Manager “When I told him about the chest pain, he and then he scheduled an angiogram for tions and reassure her, too.” Lani dela Rama, RN, MSN, who ex- thought at first that perhaps it was due to November 27.” “My husband was with me when Dr. plained how the program could help her stress and anxiety.” Dr. Tsoi had recognized that pain in the Jolly explained the need for emergency return to her previous active lifestyle. When her pains kept getting worse, jaw could be associated with cardiovascular heart surgery,” Mrs. Vicente says. “We The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program of- though, the doctor ordered an electrocar- disease. The nuclear imaging results and were really surprised because we had fers one-hour exercise sessions under the diogram (EKG), a test that records the angiogram – a test that uses contrast dye thought they might perform angioplasty or close supervision of an exercise physiolo- heart’s electrical activity to help find the and special X-rays to view the insides of insert a stent if the angiogram showed gist and a registered nurse. Patients learn cause of unexplained chest pain. coronary arteries – would help diagnose blockage. The angiogram results were how to use a wide range of exercise equip- “The EKG showed my heart rhythm the cause of her various symptoms. When much worse than expected, though, and ment, such as treadmills, stair-masters, was normal, but the chest pains continued she came out of anesthesia following the there was no other option. They put me bikes, recumbent bikes and elliptical to get worse,” she explains. “Then on my angiogram, Dr. Shashank Jolly, a cardio- back under anesthesia and performed the equipment. During exercises, the patient is birthday last October, I was walking uphill thoracic surgeon at Washington Hospital, surgery right away.” connected to portable electronic equip- with a friend and had extreme shortness of was at her bedside to explain the results. Following her surgery, Mrs. Vicente ment to monitor the heart rate and blood breath, so I asked my doctor to refer me to “Mrs. Vicente’s left main coronary ar- spent five days in the hospital, including pressure. a specialist.” tery had close to 99 percent stenosis – a one day in the cardiac care unit (CCU). continued on page 7 The specialist, Dr. Timothy Tsoi, was a narrowing or constriction of the inner sur- “Dr. Jolly did a great job on my surgery, cardiologist on the medical staff at Wash- face of the artery,” Dr. Jolly explains. “This and I received excellent care from the

You are what you eat. You’ve probably heard that many times. The truth is what you eat can have a significant impact on your health, particularly heart health. A heart healthy diet can reduce your risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. February is American Heart Health Month, a good time to focus on reducing your risk for heart disease by eating a diet that is rich in the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients you need to keep your heart healthy. Avoiding certain foods that can contribute to high cholesterol and high blood pressure can also help. “What you eat can make a big difference when it comes to keeping your heart healthy and avoiding heart disease,” said

February is American Heart Health Month, a good time to focus on reducing your risk for heart disease by eating a diet that is rich in the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients you need to keep your heart healthy. Nachal Bhangal (above), a registered dietitian at Washington Hospital, recommends people to get plenty of soluble fiber into their diet to help reduce cholesterol levels. Good sources of soluble fiber include peas, beans, bananas, oatmeal and other whole grains, and brown rice.

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Celebrating the beginning of saneh” is a wonderful word, the New Year is one of the oldest shared by the major language and the most commonly ob- groups of the Silk Road, meaning served festivals, with a long his- “legend” or “mythic story.” Tradi- tory in the Middle East. Such tional repertory includes the folk- celebrations were closely tied in loric and classical dances of Iran, with various gods and involved Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Azerbai- ceremonies expressing joy over jan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, life’s renewal. Gradually a new Turkey, China, and India. theme, “temporary subversion of Ballet Afsaneh brings to light order,” emerged out of the festivi- the history, poetry, iconography, ties and soon spread throughout and spiritual heart of these en- the Middle East. Babylonians be- during cultures. Sharlyn Sawyer, lieved that the first creation was founder and artistic director of order that came out of chaos. To the company, is very passionate appreciate and celebrate the first about preserving the dances and creation, all roles were reversed keeping the flame alive in the di- during their New Year festival. aspora of the modern world. Disorder and chaos ruled for a Since the company’s inception in while, and eventually order was 1986, Ballet Afsaneh and the Af- restored - and succeeded - at the saneh Art & Culture Society have end of the festival. This tradition produced critically acclaimed of temporary subversion of order programs for San Francisco’s de was borrowed by many including Young Museum, the Asian Art Iranians, who eventually incorpo- Museum, British Museum in rated some of these rites into London, and the Cabrillo Music Iranian New Year celebrations by Festival. The company has also appointing their own mock king, toured in Central Asia and spon- Meer No Ruzi. sors international artists during In one ancient text from the their visits to the United States. Sasanian period, Bundahishn The “Nowruz Celebration” will (foundation of creation), it is said also feature the music of the that The Lord of Wisdom (Ahura Ebrahimi brothers, Mohammad Mazda), residing in the eternal and Mehran, highly trained and light, was not God. He created all sought after Persian musicians. The that was good and became God. brothers perform in local Persian Angra Mainyu (Ahriman), living events such as weddings and en- in the eternal darkness, created all gagements as well as international that was evil and became the folk music events. In addition, they Hostile Spirit. To protect his cre- provide expert instruction for those ations, the Lord of Wisdom also interested in playing traditional created six holy immortals, mak- Persian instruments. ing Ahura Mazda the protector of For more information about all humans and the holy fire. the event, call (510) 745- 1401, Many feasts, festivals and rituals or visit http://aclibrary.org. De- were created to pay homage to tails about the performing groups the seven creations, the holy im- can be found at mortals and Ahura Mazda. The http://www.dancesilkroad.org/ seventh and the most elaborate and http://bazmyband.com/. was No Ruz, celebrating the Lord of Wisdom and the holy fire at Nowruz Celebration the time of spring equinox. Saturday, Mar 1 Nowruz, meaning “The New 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Day,” is the name of the New Fremont Main Library Year in the Solar Hijri calendar, Fukaya Room usually March 20th or 21st, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont when the sun enters Aries. (510) 745-1401 To commemorate this event, the Fremont Main Library will Sunday, March 23 showcase a “Nowruz Celebration” 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. with a dance performance by Bal- Union City Library let Afsaneh and Persian music by Ebrahimi brothers on Saturday, 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., March 1. Union City’s Library Union City will feature a similar presentation 510-745-1464 on Sunday, March 23. This critically acclaimed Ballet http://www.aclibrary.org Afsaneh performance ensemble http://www.dancesilkroad.org/ will present the dance, music, http://bazmyband.com/ and poetry of the historic Silk Free admission Road networks of Eurasia. “Af- Be Part of the Conversation on ‘Fremont Open City Hall’

With access to a computer or a mobile device, sharing one’s opinion is easier than ever for Fremont residents. The City’s online forum called Fremont Open City Hall is where residents are encouraged to provide input and feedback about key topics and issues facing the City, in- cluding land use decision. The City’s Community How it Works The City poses questions to Fremont residents as it looks to shape and grow Fremont together. City officials Alert System will read the statements and incorporate them into their planning processes. Have you weighed in yet? Visit Have you enrolled in the City’s Community situations that pose imminent threat to life or www.Fremont.gov/OpenCityHall to have your say! Alert system, CodeRED®, to receive voice health, such as: calls, text messages, or emails for emergency • Evacuation and non-emergency notifications? • Hazardous materials releases or spills The City of Fremont’s Community Alert Sys- • Barricaded criminal suspects tem, CodeRED®, is provided by Emergency Communications Network. CodeRED® is a • Floods and fires in an immediate area high-speed notification system that gives City offi- Non-Emergency Communications cials the ability to deliver pre-recorded emergency The City also uses the system for non-emer- alerts and non-emergency notifications to targeted gency, time-sensitive information, such as: geographic areas or the entire city. • Road closures CodeRED® is a “reverse 911” system that currently contains land-line phone numbers for • Scheduled major maintenance work most residents and businesses. The City of Fre- • Planned traffic impacts mont strongly encourages all residents and • Missing persons businesses, as well as people who send their • Criminal descriptions rees are an important asset to any community and children to school in Fremont or work in Fre- create the “urban forest” in which we live. Trees mont, to register their contact information into • City events provide shade and help cool our homes, parks and T the secure CodeRED® database to receive no- Caller ID Phone Numbers streets. Trees are attractive and add to the “curb appeal” tifications by email, SMS (text), and cell or and value of a home. Fremont has over 55,000 public There are two phone numbers used when work numbers. trees in the urban forest and has earned the designation of the City activates the Community Alert system. “Tree City USA” by the Arbor Day Foundation. To add your information to the CodeRED® When you see (866) 419-5000 displayed, you Trees can live from 50 to 150 years and when planted, system, you will be asked to provide the follow- are an investment for future generations. A list of speci- will know the call is from the City of Fremont men or “Landmark Trees” was published in 1973 and has ing information: First and last name; Fremont and it is designated as an “emergency” call. recently been updated. The new publication is available street address (physical address only, no P.O. When you see (855) 969-4636 displayed, that online by visiting www.Fremont.gov/LandmarkTrees. Boxes); and telephone number (land-line call is also from the City of Fremont and it is a In order to recognize the importance of trees to our and/or cell phone), e-mail and/or text ad- “non-emergency” call. If you would like to community, the Fremont City Council adopted the Tree dresses. Your contact information remains pri- hear the last message delivered to your phone, Preservation Ordinance in May of 1966. In the interest vate and will only be used for community of public health, safety and welfare, it is necessary to regu- simply dial the number back. Add these num- late the removal and/or damage to trees within our “urban alerts. There is no fee to register. bers to your phone’s address book so you know forest.” Information regarding Tree Permits is available How the City Uses the the City is calling. online by visiting www.Fremont.gov/TreePermit. Trees also require periodic care and proper growing Community Alert System space to look their best, thrive, and remain safe. We have Emergency Notifications prepared guidelines for tree care for residents to better un- derstand the maintenance needs of their trees. These The Police and Fire departments may use guidelines are available online by visiting the system to notify homes and businesses of www.Fremont.gov/TreeGuidelines. Property owners are responsible for the maintenance of street trees adjacent to their property. To ensure that street trees receive proper care, the City requires property owners to obtain a no-fee permit to plant, prune or re- move street trees. Street tree work must be performed by trained tree workers under the supervision of a certified arborist. For more information about street tree permits, visit www.Fremont.gov/StreetTrees. Page 6 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014 Hayward resident wins Miss California Teen USA

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The 2014 Miss California USA® and Miss Cal- ifornia Teen USA® pageants were held January 4th at the Terrance Theater in Long Beach, California. At one of the year’s most exciting live events, a star- studded panel of judges chose Bianca Vierra of Hayward as Miss California Teen USA 2014. Vierra is a graduate of James Logan High School and currently attends the University of Cal- ifornia at Los Angeles and is majoring in political science. Bianca was a spokesperson for the “Get In Front” Campaign. She enjoys yoga, running traveling and volunteering. Vierra will move on to compete at the Miss Teen USA® pageant. Nearly 200 contestants from across the state of California participated. During the two-hour event, con- testants competed in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview. For more information, visit www.MissCaliforniaUSA.com.

Photo of the Day spotlights Fremont resident

Scott Seymour, was featured in the White House Photo of the Day with President Barack Obama and President Francois Hollande of France. SUBMITTED BY CATHY & LARRY SEYMOUR The State Arrival Ceremony was held on the South Lawn of the White House on Tuesday, February 11, Fremont resident, Scott Seymour, a member of 2014. Seymour, a graduate of Irvington High the U.S. Army’s Continental Color Guard, holds School and a 2009 Eagle Scout from Troop 449, is the French flag as President Barack Obama listens to stationed at Ft. Meyer, VA with the US Army’s Old remarks by President Francois Hollande of France. Guard.

best of Bollywood music, chore- ography, production, and cos- tuming. Register now. Regular class rate is $230; enroll by March 9 and save. Class price includes nine classes, a costume, an on stage performance and a free stu- dent ticket to watch America’s SUBMITTED BY INDIA the King of Bollywood, Shah Got Bollywood! COMMUNITY CENTER Rukh Khan), and is reinventing Bollywood as we know it. Bollywood Dance classes Learn Bollywood dance from They teach a full schedule of Thursday, Mar 13 – North America’s premier Bolly- classes at India Community Cen- Monday, Mar 17 wood company! The Mona Khan ter for kids, teens, and adults. All India Community Center Company made it to the Top 48 students get to perform on stage 525 Los Coches St, Milpitas on America’s Got Talent (Season twice a year at the Bay Area’s http://monakhancompany.com/ 5) out of 70,000 acts, has per- biggest Bollywood resident show, register_milpitas.html formed with numerous Bolly- America’s Got Bollywood, an ex- [email protected]. wood stars and singers (including travagant production of the very February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 7

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In addition to the exercise ses- prove over the course of their sions, registered dietitians from journey from hospitalization Washington Hospital meet with through rehabilitation. The exer- program participants to provide cise sessions last an hour, and the counseling in heart-healthy diets level of exertion varies, depending and for managing diabetes, which on the patient’s age and condi- can be a contributing factor in tion. We start them out slowly at heart disease. A cardiologist who first, and we don’t push too hard, serves as medical advisor also is but we do encourage them to in- available as needed. crease the intensity of their work- “The goal of the program is to outs over time.” help patients regain their physical For Mrs. Vicente, the results strength and their confidence,” of participating in the Cardiac says Ms. dela Rama. “Heart pa- Rehabilitation Program have tients are sometimes afraid to go been encouraging. back to exercising after a heart at- “I have regained my confi- tack or surgery, especially if it’s an dence, and I know I’m getting emergency surgery like Mrs. Vi- stronger – that’s the most impor- cente’s. Taking part in the exercise tant thing,” she says. “I plan to sessions helps them feel they have resume my normal exercise rou- control of their lives again, and tine, and I hope to go back to the socialization with other heart work soon as a dental assistant. patients helps their mental out- I’m also hoping that later this look, too.” year I can take the trip to visit my Patients usually participate in relatives in the Philippines that I three sessions a week on Monday, had to cancel in December. I feel Wednesday and Friday at various motivated to keep improving.” times throughout the day. Most Her reasons for going public insurance providers, including with her story go beyond just Medicare, will cover up to 36 ses- sharing her personal experience. sions following an acute cardiac “This is also a good opportu- event. The program offers the op- nity to share the lessons I’ve tion of continuing after insurance learned and to help others by coverage has expired, for a nomi- pointing out the importance of nal fee of $8.50 per visit. living well for our loved ones,” Mrs. Vicente started attending she explains. “We really need to the exercise sessions the third week be conscious about how we feel of January, once she was able to physically and persistent in seek- drive herself to the hospital. ing good medical care that can “I started out on the treadmill save our lives. I also hope my and elliptical equipment, going story will encourage people to slowly at first,” she says. “I had live healthier lives and encourage been working out for eight years, so those who have experienced heart the equipment was familiar. The problems to get back to a normal exercise physiologist is very helpful life again by taking part in a car- in explaining things, and everyone diac rehabilitation program. I there is very nice. I also appreciate would definitely recommend Dr. the emphasis on exercising safely, Jolly and the Washington Hospi- with the staff monitoring me elec- tal Cardiac Rehabilitation Pro- tronically while I exercise.” gram to family members or Ms. dela Rama notes, “We re- friends who are experiencing ally enjoy seeing our patients im- heart problems.”

Find a Physician Near You If you are concerned about your risks for a heart attack, consult your regular physician. To find a cardiologist near you, visit Washington Hospital’s website at www.whhs.com and click on “Find My Physician.” To learn more about Washington Hospital’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program visit www.whhs.com/heart or call (510) 494-7022.

Report from New Haven District School Board meeting

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The Board of Education on February 18, received a report on aca- demic progress and an update on the District’s plans for upcoming changes to the state’s testing program for students. Director of Assessment & Evaluation Tracie Noriega told the Board that the median measure of the percentage of students per- forming at or above the 50th percentile increased in both reading (0.8) and math (0.1) from fall 2012 to fall 2013. The most signifi- cant increases were in math at Alvarado Middle School (4.5), read- ing at James Logan High (4.3), Searles Elementary (3.6) and Eastin Elementary (3.4), and math at Alvarado Elementary (3.3). In addition, the percentage of students who met or exceeded typ- ical growth also increased District-wide in both reading (0.9) and math (2.1). The most significant increases were in reading at Con- ley-Caraballo High (8.3) and math at Alvarado Middle (6.4), Al- varado Elementary (4.8), Hillview Crest Elementary (4.5) and Eastin Elementary (3.8). Ms. Noriega also outlined for the Board changes coming under Assembly Bill 484, signed into law by Gov. Brown last October. The old program of STAR (Standardized Testing and Reporting) tests is being replaced by the new CAASPP (California Assessment of Stu- dent Performance and Progress), which is designed to promote high quality teaching and learning through the use of a variety of assess- ments and item types. Page 8 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

Information found in ‘Protective Serv- providing such information. Tri-City Voice ices’ is provided to public “as available” does not make or imply any guarantee re- by public service agencies - police, fire, garding the content of information re- etc. Accuracy and authenticity of press re- ceived from authoritative sources. leases are the responsibility of the agency Street Enforcement Team arrests gang members

SUBMITTED BY victims in both incidents are fam- Molina for possession of NEWARK PD ily members. All five suspects in methamphetamine for sale, pos- this case are documented gang session of marijuana for sale, and On January 8, 2014, at Marv’s members of the same gang. The possession of an explosive device. Liquors in Newark, three suspects victims in this case were friends On February 13, 2014 NPD later identified by Det. Revay via of Justice Afoa and Osana Futi, SET Detectives, Fremont PD security video as Fernando Valen- both of which were murdered by Detectives, and Major Crime cia, Jorge Gonzalez and Alex Ybera Norteno gang members. Task Force (MCTF) Detectives assaulted three victims. One of the Det. Revay authored Ramey tracked Fernando Valencia to a victims arrived at Marv’s Liquors warrants for Valencia, Gonzalez, Fremont apartment complex. and was approached by all three Ybera charging them with assault Agent Gentry deployed on foot suspects prior to entering into the with a deadly weapon and partic- and was able to positively identi- business. The victim was accused of ipating in a criminal street gang. fied Valencia as the front passen- making derogatory comments Det. Revay authored Ramey war- ger. SET, along with MCTF and about the suspect’s gang affiliation, rants for Mejia and the juvenile, they continued to conduct mo- which caused the physical con- charging them with making crim- bile surveillance of the car as it frontation. The victim denied the inal or terrorist threats. Search drove into San Jose via 880. Once allegation and was immediately at- warrants were also obtained for enough marked units from CHP tacked outside the store by all three five locations. and NPD caught up, a felony suspects. During the attack, the Alex Ybera was taken into cus- traffic stop was conducted at victim was hit over the head with a tody leaving his residence at Highway 880 and Coleman Av- 40 ounce glass beer bottle render- 36644 Dugan Ct. He was booked enue in San Jose. Det. Revay ar- ing him unconscious. The three for assault with a deadly weapon rested Valencia for his suspects then attacked two addi- and gang enhancement. outstanding Ramey warrant and tional victims inside of Marv’s Christian Mejia was arrested he was later booked into jail. Liquors, as they attempted to ren- at 36566 Jennifer St. and On February 17, 2014, SET der aid to the first victim. The fight booked at Santa Rita Jail for Detectives observed Jorge Gonzalez lasted for several minutes, but the making terrorist threats and driving on Thornton Avenue. incident was never reported to the gang enhancement. Gonzalez attempted to flee from police. As all three suspects left the The juvenile had already been officers. He crashed into the traffic scene, they shouted their gang taken into custody several days light pole on Thornton Avenue at name, intimidating the victims and prior to the operation. He is cur- Spruce Street. He fled on foot, but witnesses. Later that night, a male rently in custody at Juvenile Hall. was captured a short distance from subject known as Christian Mejia, Detectives also responded to the crash scene. He was arrested for arrived at the first victim’s house 6629 Dairy Ave as part of the in- assault with a deadly weapon, gang and spoke with his father. The fa- vestigation. Henry Molina was enhancement, felony evading po- ther attempted to dissuade Mejia observed by the surveillance offi- lice, and resisting arrest. Another and other gang members to pre- cers, as he was running to the juvenile gang member wanted in vent further violence from occur- backyard, hiding something and connection with a residential bur- ring. This clearly fell on deaf ears. running back inside the house. glary and probation violation was On January 10, 2014, two Once entry was made, Henry was also captured after he fled from the suspects, later identified as a juve- detained. A search of the back- vehicle. nile and Christian Mejia, entered yard, revealed more than ? ounce The Newark Police Depart- onto the Bridgepointe High of individually packaged ment continues to actively inves- School campus at the end of the methamphetamine. A following tigate all gang crimes. We are school day. The juvenile and up search of his room, yielded an- especially passionate about reduc- Mejia approached two additional other ? pound of marijuana and ing gang violence and gang activ- victims and threatened to beat $2,954 in cash and a small explo- ity. We established the Newark them up using verbal threats and sive device (M1000). A search of Police Street Enforcement team intimidation. During this con- another bedroom room, revealed to target gang related crimes and frontation, the juvenile and Mejia 1 confirmed stolen PS3 from a deter people from becoming gang used their gang name to intimi- 2011 residential burglary in members. We are especially grate- date the victims. This verbal con- Newark and three additional ful for the citizens who continue frontation at the school was PS3/XBOX with the serial num- to assist us in identifying gang connected to the Marv’s Liquor bers destroyed. All were seized. members and working with us to incident because several of the Det. Heckman arrested Henry prevent crime.

Fremont Police Log Newark Police Log

SUBMITTED BY GENEVA BOSQUES, FREMONT PD SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD

Friday, February 14 Wednesday, February 5 Officers were dispatched to a suspicious circum- Patrol and SET Detectives responded to 4915 Stafford stance call on Snake River Place. An 18 year old fe- Place at 4:16 p.m. regarding a disturbance involving Martin male reported she was skateboarding when a male Mott and his father. This residence has been the location of subject approached her and explained he needed help numerous calls for service where Mott has fought with police, finding his house. While walking with the female, the evaded arrest, and has caused major injuries to uniformed of- male suddenly grabbed her forcefully by the upper ficer. Four restraining orders are on file, with Mott’s parents chest and back. The female became scared, ran away being the protected parties. Today, Mott had been arguing and flagged down a motorist. The suspect was de- with this father, who had been threatening to call the police scribed as a white male or light-skinned Hispanic because Martin has not been seeking treatment at a facility for male, 20’s, 5’7”, 160 lbs, wearing a grey hooded his drug use. Mott prevented his father from calling the police sweatshirt. Investigated by Officer Ramsey. by hiding the house phone and eventually ripping the phone Officers were dispatched to a battery in progress cord from the wall in the kitchen. The argument escalated in the area of Hastings/Mowry. A security guard and Mott struck his father (73 years old) in the left side of his witnessed a male wearing a 49’s jersey beating an- face with a closed fist. There was no apparent injury but other male wearing a black shirt. Officers arrive and Mott’s father’s hearing aid was dislodged from his ear canal. detain the man in the 49’s jersey running from the Mott’s father fled the residence and went to a neighbor’s area. The man admits to getting into a fight with a house to call 911. Upon patrol arrival, Mott attempted to flee second male described as having a long goatee. the scene and jumped over the fence into neighbor’s yard. After searching the area, a 38 year old adult male, is NPD officers on a northern perimeter observed Mott at- found face down in the field at Capital/Hastings. tempting to flee and gave verbal orders to Mott to stop. Mott Despite significant head bumps, scrapes, and a disobeyed orders and attempted to hide under a bush with swollen eye, he claims to have not been in a fight. heavy foliage. Mott was apprehended with the use of police The male is transported to to the hospital for med- K-9 deployment and bite by K-9 Elliot. Martin was ulti- ical treatment. Investigated by Officer Ramsey. mately arrested for battery, elder abuse, restraining order vio- Saturday, February 15 lation, resist/obstruct/delay duties of police officer, destroy Officers took a late reported residential burglary phone wires to prevent calling police and on the private prop- that had occurred on the 39500 block of Blacow erty of another without permission. Martin was medically Rd. The suspects kicked in the front door to make cleared and later booked at Santa Rita Jail. entry and take belongings from the home. At 7:26 p.m., Officers responded to the Green Food & Officers were dispatched to Walmart on Albrae Liquor, 5970 Mowry Ave. for an armed robbery that had just in reference to a male stealing electronics. Loss Pre- occurred. The suspect, who was described as a white male vention recognized the male as a former employee adult, wearing skinny jeans”, a white bandana covering his who had been terminated a couple years prior. Ofc. face and a black jacket entered the business and pointed a gun Manrique attempted to stop the suspect who im- at the clerk, demanding money. The clerk ran out of the store mediately fled. Ofc. Manrique caught the suspect, and the suspect fled. The clerk thought the suspect looked an adult male, Newark resident and arrested him like a regular customer and went by the name of “Jay.” Sgt. without incident. Ofc. Hanrahan handled the theft Loth responded to the Chase hotel and found out “Jay” was investigation. staying with his parents, who had been guests at the hotel for The owner of the Mission Blvd Market (46000 several months. Sgt. Loth located Jeremie Fitzpatrick, Tran- block of Mission Bl) called to report a robbery that sient at the Chase Suites. Fitzpatrick admitted to the at- had occurred approximately 40 minutes earlier. The tempted robbery and allowed officers to recover the gun, caller said that employees were shaken up and too which was a BB gun. Officer Lopez arrested Fitzpatrick for at- tempted robbery. He was booked at Santa Rita Jail. continued on page 28 continued on page 28 February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE PagePage 9 9

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Nachal Bhangal, a registered dietitian at Washington foods, and other products that contain hydro- Hospital. “During the month of February, Washington genated oils. Hospital is focused on raising awareness about the im- While it’s important to reduce saturated fats and portance of eating a heart healthy diet.” avoid trans fat, some fats offer health benefits, she Through a promotion with Strizzis restaurant, lo- said. For example, monounsaturated fat can help to cated at 2740 Mowry Avenue in Fremont, heart reduce low density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL) healthy menu options are being highlighted through- otherwise known as “bad” cholesterol and can be out the month of February. Diners can see firsthand found in almonds, avocados, and oils like olive, how to make good choices even while eating out. canola, peanut, and sunflower. “The meals are promoted as heart healthy Omega-3 fatty acids are also important for choices that have been approved by Washington heart health. They can be found in fish such as Hospital registered dietitians,” Bhangal explained. salmon, tuna, mackerel, and sardines. Other good “It helps people see that great-tasting food can also sources of omega 3’s are walnuts, flaxseeds, canola be healthy. Items like salmon and certain pastas are and soybean oils. The American Heart Association delicious and also offer benefits for your heart.” recommends eating fish at least twice a week. Re- The Washington Hospital café is also highlight- search shows that omega-3 fatty acids may reduce ing heart healthy options during February so that inflammation and help to lower the risk for heart staff and visitors can get a better idea of what a heart disease, Bhangal added. healthy diet includes. Educational materials are She said another key component of a heart available to help people better understand what healthy diet is reducing your sodium intake to less types of food can promote good heart health and than a teaspoon of salt a day, and an even further re- which ones you should avoid. duction for people with high blood pressure, which Heart Healthy Diet is a major risk factor for heart disease. A low-sodium Bhangal said it’s important to eat plenty of fruits diet can help to keep blood pressure under control. and vegetables, which contain important nutrients. “Reducing the amount of sodium you eat doesn’t She recommends eating a wide variety to ensure you just mean avoiding the salt shaker,” Bhangal ex- are getting a range of vitamins and minerals as well plained. “For most people, the majority of salt they as plenty of fiber. eat is from processed foods like canned soups, “Scientific evidence suggests that soluble fiber breads and rolls, cold cuts and cured meats, pizza, helps to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood,” she and snack foods such as chips and pretzels. Bacon, said. “High cholesterol can clog the arteries, which sausage, cheese, sauces and condiments are also high can lead to heart disease and stroke. Good sources in sodium. Restaurant food, especially fast food, can of soluble fiber include peas, beans, bananas, oat- contain a lot of salt as well. You have to be careful. meal and other whole grains, and brown rice.” You may think you have picked a healthy option, Reducing the amount of saturated fat you consume but it could be loaded with salt depending on how can also help to keep cholesterol levels down. Animal it was prepared and what types of sauces and dress- fats are the primary source of saturated fats, which is ings are used.” why you should stick to lean meats, skinless chicken, For information about nutrition services offered and low-fat dairy products, according to Bhangal. at Washington Hospital, visit www.whhs.com/nutri- It’s important to avoid trans fat as well. It is often tion. To learn about the Heart Program at Washing- found in cookies, crackers, pie crust, some fried ton Hospital, visit www.whhs.com/heart. 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Auto Review Ford Fusion Energi: Breathtaking Fuel DRIVING WITH YOUR EYES CLOSED Economy – and Price f you have been following the based on current traffic, weather, development of the active and road conditions. BY STEVE SCHAEFER were electric vehicle miles. I used Isafety systems being intro- If you can't remember the last just a quarter of a gallon of gas to Over the past 21 years, duced into today’s vehicles, you time that you changed your oxy- here’s a lot of talk these make the trip, which translates Steve Schaefer has tested may have come to the unmistak- gen sensor, you may be throwing days about hybrid and into 122.6 MPGe (miles per gal- more than 1,000 cars and able conclusion that we are money away at the gas pump. electric vehicles. With a lon equivalent). published a weekly story on T every one. As a teenager, he headed toward a future of self- Let the ASE-certified technicians hybrid, you use gasoline and elec- Of course, on the way home, I driving automobiles. As automo- at BAY STAR AUTO CARE tricity together to attain higher was in regular hybrid mode, so I visited car dealers’ back lots to bile manufacturers continue to check your sensor and ensure miles per gallon. Normally, the was far less efficient, but with a catch a glimpse of the new supplement systems such as for- that your car is running as effi- models as they first rolled off ward-collision warning, park as- ciently as possible. You can also the transporter. He is a found- sistance, adaptive cruise control, schedule the regular mainte- ing member of the Western and blind-spot monitoring with nance that will prevent your sen- Automotive Journalists. even more advanced and com- sor from wearing out in the first Contact Steve at prehensive systems, it seems that place, saving you time and [email protected]. the goal is to eliminate the money. Call today for an ap- human element. Of course, there pointment. And remember, we use information on the left. is good reason to do so. The vast do smog inspections! Choose from Empower (EV use), majority of crashes are attributa- HINT: Not only will vehicles of Engage (electric and gasoline ble to human error. Once vehi- the future be able to discern condi- compared), or Enlighten (more cles become autonomous, we’ll tions with laser technology, they details on KWh generated, etc.). all be able to sit back and let our will be able to “talk” with one an- The Brake Coach gives you feed- cars get us where we are going other. two propulsion methods switch charger available at both ends, I’d back on the percentage of energy or combine automatically, as de- go 60 miles on half a gallon of you’ve recovered. cided by the car’s computer. gas. That’s pretty astounding. On the right is Ford’s branch Gary Singh is the owner of Bay Star Auto Care at 1275 Atlantic St. The EPA scores are 47 mpg near Western Ave., here in Union City. Phone: 489-3331 An all-electric vehicle is com- full of leaves design, which grows pletely clean, except, with current for hybrid only, but 100 MPGe thicker with efficiency and barer technology, the distance you can when you plug in the car and use with profligate accelerator stomp- go before you run out of juice is it to its maximum. With its 14- ing. You also can select from other less than 100 miles, except for the gallon tank, you can go up to 620 displays, including audio program pricey Tesla. So, range is the big miles on one fill-up! Green Vehi- and climate information. issue with most electric cars, cle scores are a head-of-the-class The main central panel opens making them useful only for des- 10 for Greenhouse Gas and a to a Home Page, which shows ignated trips, or for reasonable laudable 7 for Smog. your phone in the upper left commutes or in-town errands. One weekend day, I ran multi- quadrant, entertainment in the Costly Homeseller Mistakes But what if you could have both ple local errands and arrived at lower left, navigation in the in a single car? A plug-in hybrid home with some charge left. I upper right, and climate settings You Need to Avoid When does that. The Ford Fusion Energi didn’t use a drop of gasoline. in the lower right. Touch the has a socket behind a circular door Built in Hermosillo, Mexico, outer corner and it opens to a in the left front fender for charging You Sell Your Home! the car, which you can fill to the Tri-City – A new report has just been release which reveals brim overnight on standard 110 household current. 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling Once you’ve got it topped up, their home, and a 9 Step System that can help you sell your just step in, push the start button, home fast and for the most amount of money. and you can silently cruise for up This industry report shows clearly how the traditional to 21 miles, according to Ford. I ways of selling homes have become increasingly less and less ef- found that the “tank” gauge, which fective in today’s market. The fact of the matter is that nearly looks like a three-dimensional three quarters of homesellers don’t get what they want for their image of a flashlight battery, never home and become disillusioned and – worse – financially dis- read more than 19 miles, and I got advantaged when they put their home on the market. a little less than that. As this report uncovers, most homesellers make My commute is 30 miles each the Fusion transformed from a screen where you can make your 7 deadly mistakes that cost them literally thousands of dollars. way, so I was able to get about pleasant, but conservatively styled selection. Around and below the midsized appliance into a gor- The good news is that each and every one of these mistakes is halfway to work before exhaust- screen, the central panel is full of ing the battery. Because the gaso- geous, European influenced car entirely preventable. touch sensitive spots rather than line engine in the Fusion Energi with the arrival of the 2013 actual moving buttons. In answer to this issue, industry insiders have prepared is just a 2.0-liter four-cylinder, it model; my tester was a ’14. Downsides? The trunk holds a free special report entitled “The 9 Step System to Get Your is quiet when the shift over to The new model’s face features a only 8.2 cubic feet because of the Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar”. gasoline occurs. Then, the three- beautiful Aston-Martin style grille, extra battery. The car weighs To hear a brief recorded message about how to dimensional battery switches to a slim headlamps, and from there on nearly two tons. But the kicker order your free copy of this report, call 1-800-228-3917 two-dimensional outline, which back, a curvaceous BMW feel. may be the price. My tester came and enter ID #1000. You can call anytime, 24 hours a day, displays how much charge you Inside, the overstuffed-looking to $40,585, including $1,090 in 7 days a week. have in the hybrid battery. buckets proved to be fine for a options. To soften the blow, there This report is courtesy of Capital Realty Group. Not intended to solicit One morning, I started out in few hours behind the wheel. The is a $4,007 Federal tax credit and properties currently listed for sale. my Dark Side (gray) tester with a padded, leather-wrapped steering a $1,500 California Clean Vehicle full charge. About halfway along, wheel looks and feels classy. The Rebate. Ford claims that the En- the shift occurred to gas. How- design and materials are much ergi’s efficiency will save you ever, I still got significant electric better than what you’d find in $6,750 in fuel costs over five power from the stop-and-go con- Detroit manufacturers’ products years compared to the average ditions, to recharge the hybrid not long ago. new vehicle. Or, consider a Fu- battery. When I parked, I had The configurable MyFord in- sion Hybrid without the plug-in, gone 29.8 miles, of which 22.8 strument panel puts all the fuel starting at $26,975. Riders urged to be watchful for signs of measles infection SUBMITTED BY BAY AREA RAPID TRANSIT BART uses industrial-strength disinfectant to clean its trains at the end of the line during the day and BART and Contra Costa Health Services each night. (CCHS) are urging riders to seek medical attention According to CDC, “the symptoms of measles if they exhibit any symptoms of measles after generally begin about 7-14 days after a person is in- CCHS learned that a person infected with the con- fected, and include: tagious disease traveled on BART in the East Bay Measles Rash during the first week of February. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says measles Blotchy rash has been virtually wiped out in the United States Fever thanks to vaccinations but the disease still poses a Cough risk to those who have not been vaccinated. Runny nose The person infected with measles traveled be- Red, watery eyes (conjunctivitis) tween El Cerrito del Norte and Downtown Berkeley stations on Tuesday, February 4 through Friday, Feeling run down, achy (malaise) February 7 between 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and in the af- Tiny white spots with bluish-white centers found ternoon/evening commute hours. inside the mouth (Koplik’s spots) The measles virus is transmitted through the air and the virus can live in the air for up to two hours. For more information, visit www.cdc.gov. February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 11

SUBMITTED BY ASHA TARACHANDANI demonstrate concepts of balance. The third act was for the team to decide, for which the kids chose to Team “FCS Warriors,” first grade students at Fre- present a magic act that was highly appreciated by the mont Christian School (FCS), participated in the appraisers. They praised the team’s original ideas and Destination Imagination challenge held in Dublin encouraged them to return next year. on February 15. Destination Imagination (DI) is a In addition, the team also participated in the In- non-profit, volunteer-led, cause-driven, interna- stant Challenge where a new challenge is presented tional organization. It encourages teams of learners on-the-spot and the team has to plan and present a to have fun, take risks, focus and frame challenges solution in a limited amount of time. Other than while incorporating STEM (science, technology, en- completing the task for the challenge, teams are ap- gineering, and mathematics), the arts and service praised on innovation, teamwork and presentation. learning. Participants learn patience, flexibility, per- Team members were Julila Catancio, Justin sistence, ethics, respect for others and their ideas, Hwang, Arnav Madhu, Avni Madhu, Neil Makur, and the collaborative problem solving process. and Gabriel Malik. Team managers were Asha FCS Warriors team members participated in the Tarachandani and Julie Catancio. The managers non-competitive challenge for their grade level called mentioned that their proudest moments were when “Rising Stars.” Their task was to present an eight- they saw the shy team members wanting to do more minute skit showing three circus acts. With a no-par- for their act, and challenging other kids. Similarly, ent-interference policy, the skit ideas, props and they saw the bold team members trying to speak backdrops were completely handled by the kids. The their view points in a calm and collected way during team worked for five months making props and out- the last few days of practice sessions. Overall, it was fits, directing the play, writing dialogue and poems. an amazing experience. Two of the three circus acts were given the challenge For more information on Destination Imagina- to make something using geometric shapes and tion, visit http://www.destinationimagination.org/.

SUBMITTED BY JIM ZELINSKI have completed treatment,” said Pam Priest Naeve, Director of Community Education for CPIC. “It The Cancer Prevention Institute of California’s will also deliver down-to-earth information that (CPIC’s) 13th Annual Breast Cancer Conference on supports caregivers, family members, friends and March 1 highlights its decades of work to reduce the health care providers.” burden of cancer and offers something for anyone CPIC research scientist Dr. Scarlett touched by this disease. Lin Gomez will describe the emerging Sponsored by the Fremont-based Cancer Preven- research approach of how everything tion Institute of California (CPIC), the 13th An- from our cells to our physical sur- nual Allison Taylor Holbrooks/Barbara Jo Johnson roundings – even specific neighbor- Breast Cancer Conference will be held at the hoods — impact health and the role of Golden Gate Club in the San Francisco Presidio. each in cancer. Designed for patients, their families and friends, The $20 registration fee includes this year’s conference will draw an estimated 200 breakfast and lunch. (Registered people. Through presentations and breakout ses- Nurses and Social Workers can receive sions, the conference will provide information, sup- Continuing Education Units for an port and practical resources on a broad range of additional $35.) Parking is free. topics. The program brings together 15 individuals from eight universities, hospitals and agencies to ad- CPIC Breast Cancer Conference dress new developments in cancer management, the Saturday, Mar 1 safety of patient health data, the role of the “built” 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. environment and provides suggestions for how pa- Golden Gate Club at the Presidio tients can care for themselves. It will also provide 135 Fisher Loop, San Francisco various perspectives to help individuals make in- (415) 420-6050 formed decisions about their health and care. [email protected] “This conference will resonate with people who www.cpic.org have been recently diagnosed, are in treatment, or $20/person includes breakfast and lunch

“The website was re-designed for ease of use and navi- gation,” Gouveia shared. “We want the public to have easy access to sign their family up for classes, reserve a facility, book tee times, find parks and hiking trails, and learn how to utilize our many services.” Another enhancement to the website is the abil- ity to connect with other citizens through the Com- munity Voice feature. It allows residents to submit ideas for improvement or changes in the District. The new website also hosts a dynamic 70th An- SUBMITTED BY SAMIRA M. HAMID niversary video that highlights the many parks, pro- grams and people who represent H.A.R.D. The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District Many of the H.A.R.D. programs are staffed by (H.A.R.D.) is sporting more than its usual flare for volunteers and the website allows for both employ- fun and community enrichment. H.A.R.D. cele- ment and volunteer opportunities. The website also brates its 70th Anniversary this year and its new provides the ability to donate through their founda- look is fueled by the launch of their re-designed tion to the many services and programs H.A.R.D. website. The new website is bold, innovative, and encompasses. most important to constituents, is easy to navigate. The website features notable upcoming events “Our Board of Directors and the entire including: the Douglas Morrisson Theatre perform- H.A.R.D. organization is excited about the new ance of “An Ideal Husband,” the Abstract Meets Re- website and we see this technology as another way ality art exhibition at the Hayward Shoreline to engage directly with our community,” said John Interpretive Center and the Star Leadership Training Gouveia, General Manager of H.A.R.D. for teens beginning in the spring. The website has a multitude of improved function- Please browse the new website at alities that allow users to register for classes, see upcom- www.haywardrec.org and see all there is to do in a ing events and view the many H.A.R.D. facilities. H.A.R.D. day! Page 12 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

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FRESNO, Calif. (AP), Federal officials announced Friday that without Tesla Motors Inc. shares a lot more rain and snow many California farmers caught in the state’s soared in extended trading after drought can expect to receive no irrigation water this year from a vast sys- the electric car maker delivered a tem of rivers, canals and reservoirs interlacing the state. strong fourth-quarter perform- The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation released its first outlook of the year, ance and said that it expects sales saying that the agency will continue to monitor rain and snow fall, but the of its vehicles to increase sharply grim levels so far prove that the state is in the throes of one of its driest peri- this year. ods in recorded history. The Palo Alto, California, com- Unless the year turns wet, many farmers can expect to receive no water pany said Wednesday that it ex- from the federally run Central Valley Project. Central Valley farmers re- pects to deliver more than 35,000 ceived only 20 percent of their normal water allotment last year and were of its Model S sedans in 2014, up expecting this year’s bad news. Some communities and endangered wildlife 55 percent from last year. that rely on the federal water source will also suffer deep cuts. That compares with a forecast “We will monitor the hydrology as the water year progresses and con- from an industry analyst at Bar- tinue to look for opportunities to exercise operational flexibility,’’ Reclama- clays that the company would tion Commissioner Michael L. Connor said in a written statement, noting produce 29,800 in 2014. that the state’s snowpack is at 29 percent of average for this time of year. Tesla investors focus heavily Gov. Jerry Brown last month declared California’s drought emer- on the car maker’s forecasts as de- gency, and both state and federal officials have pledged millions of dol- mand has outstripped its supply lars to help with water conservation and food banks for those put out in the past. The company said of work by the drought. battery cell supply will continue California officials who manage the State Water Project, the state’s other to constrain its production but major water system, have already said they won’t be releasing any water for expects that should improve in farmers, marking a first in its 54-year history. the second half of the year. In 2009, the dry weather caused federal authorities to announce many It had previously said that its Central Valley farmers would receive no water, but the wet weather that fol- sales in the October-December lowed moved that up to 10 percent. Ryan Jacobsen of the Fresno County period were the highest in its his- Farm Bureau said no Fresno County farmers were spared of bad news this tory, with almost 6,900 Model S time, marking a sad historical first. Fresno County leads the nation in agri- delivered. That was well ahead of culture production with $6.6 billion in annual economic activity. the just over 5,500 it sold in the There’s still time for the situation to improve. By late Wednesday, the July-September period. National Weather Service expects a storm to sweep through the region The Model S, which starts at bringing significant showers. The weather is expected to break Thursday $70,000 and can go up to 300 with rain continuing Friday and Saturday. The state needs a succession of miles on a battery charge, is storms dumping mountain snow, said Pete Lucero of the Bureau of Recla- Tesla’s only vehicle on the market mation. “Rain is nice, but snow is where the money is,’’ he said. right now. Gayle Holman of the Fresno-based Westlands Water District, the na- To meet the rising demand, tion’s largest supplier of water for agricultural use, said she fears farmers will the company plans improvements be stuck with no increases to the federal water distribution. The district had at its lone factory, a former Toy- been preparing farmers for Friday’s announcement. ota-General Motors plant in Fre- “They’re all on pins and needles trying to figure out how they’re going mont, California. to get through this,’’ Holman said, adding that Westland’s 700 farmers will CEO Elon Musk told analysts choose to leave fields unplanted, draw water from wells or pay top dollar for on a conference call Wednesday water that’s on the market. “We would need those buckets of rain now.’’ that Tesla is building a new final Farmers are hit hardest, but they’re not alone. Contractors that provide assembly line that will allow it to cities with water can expect to receive half of their usual amount, the Bu- increase production to more than reau said, and wildlife refuges that need water flows in rivers to protect en- 1,000 cars per week from the cur- dangered fish will receive 40 percent of their contracted supply. rent pace of 600 a week. Contractors that provide farmers with water and hold historic agree- The new line will be in place ments giving them senior rights will receive 40 percent of their normal sup- by around the end of September. plies. Some contracts date back over a century and guarantee that farmers Tesla also is building a separate will receive at least 75 percent of their water. body-construction line to make One of those is the San Joaquin River Exchange Contractors Water Au- the plant more efficient and ramp thority in Los Banos that provides irrigation for 240,000 acres of farmland. up for the Model X, a new elec- The Water Authority’s executive director Steve Chedester said farmers tric SUV that it will start produc- he serves understand that the reality of California’s drought means it’s going ing later this year. to be tough to find enough water for them. ``They’re taking a very practical approach,’’ he said. ``If it’s not there, it’s just not there.’’ continued on page 13

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continued from page 12 US officials at odds Tesla’s shares soar on results, outlook over cellphone “We’ll be able to ramp our produc- lower costs and said that it expects times what it was a year ago. tion rate quite a bit with a very small in- those gains will continue as volume Musk also hinted that Panasonic, its use on planes crease in hiring,’’ Musk said. “Our labor grows. It also expects to cut costs for current battery supplier, would likely efficiency essentially is likely to improve batteries in coming years through a be a partner in the factory. BY JOAN LOWY, ASSOCIATED PRESS a lot over the course of this year.’’ new production facility. Musk also said that when reports During the fourth quarter, Tesla The company’s stock jumped 12 surfaced about two Model S fires on WASHINGTON (AP), It looks like the U.S. posted a loss of $16.3 million, or 13 percent, or $23.70, to $217.34 in U.S. roads last fall, the company saw a government is more conflicted about cellphones on cents per share, far smaller than a loss after-hours trading following the an- significant drop in demand. But he planes than most American travelers. Even as one of $89.9 million, or 79 cents per share, nouncement. said as customers became aware that federal agency considers allowing the calls, another in the prior year. The company also said it expects the cars were safe and less likely to now wants to make sure that doesn’t happen. Tesla, which argues that these figures most of its growth to come outside of catch fire than gasoline-powered cars, Passengers – particularly those who fly often – op- do not reflect its true performance be- North America, with sales in Europe, demand came back. Both cars’ batter- pose allowing calls in flight, polls show. In line with cause accounting rules limit how it China and elsewhere roughly twice the ies caught fire after hitting metal debris that sentiment, the Department of Transportation sig- records revenue for leases, earned 33 size of American sales. in the roadway, one in Tennessee and naled in a 22-page notice posted online Friday that it cents per share on an adjusted basis. That Musk said Tesla will have further the other near Seattle. wants to retain a ban on the calls. But the notice comes far surpassed analyst expectations of 23 news on the battery factory next week. The U.S. National Highway Traffic just two months after the Federal Communications cents per share, according to FactSet. He told analysts that because of the Safety Administration is investigating the Commission voted to pursue lifting the ban. Revenue more than doubled to company’s huge stock price apprecia- fires and is determining if a recall is nec- Transportation regulates aviation consumer is- $615.2 million from $306.3 million. tion, it would be a “smart move’’ to essary. But Musk said he expects a “posi- sues. The FCC has responsibility over whether the Analysts had forecast $683.9 million. create fresh capital to build the factory, tive result’’ from the investigation. use of cellphones in flight would interfere with cel- Tesla got a boost for the quarter but he didn’t give any details. Tesla AP Auto Writer Tom Krisher con- lular networks on the ground. from improved margins thanks to stock is now worth more than five tributed to this report from Detroit. Congress is also getting into the act. Lawmakers are pushing legislation to require transportation reg- ulators to implement a ban on the calls. Echoing some travelers’ concerns, the Transporta- Transcripts show Fed tion Department said in its notice on Friday that it believes allowing passengers to make cellphone calls grappling with 2008 crisis “may be harmful or injurious’’ to other passengers. This is because ``people tend to talk louder on cellphones than when they’re having face-to-face BY MARTIN CRUTSINGER AND In September, the crisis erupted rate three times that year. The cuts to- conversations,’’ the department said. “They are also PAUL WISEMAN with full force. The government took taled a full percentage point and took the over mortgage giants Fannie Mae and rate from 5.25 percent to 4.25 percent at likely to talk more and further increase the noise on AP ECONOMICS WRITERS a flight, as passengers would not be simply talking to Freddie Mac and allowed investment the end of 2007. bank Lehman Brothers to collapse in Then, at an emergency meeting on the persons sitting next to them but can call WASHINGTON (AP), Federal Re- the largest bankruptcy in U.S. history. Jan. 22, 2008, the Fed slashed the rate whomever they like.’’ serve officials agonized throughout Also in September, the Fed bailed out again by three-fourths of a percentage Some planes already have seat-back phones in 2008 over how far they could go to insurance giant American International point, responding to a plunge in global place, but they are rarely used, it said. stop a financial catastrophe that threat- Group with $85 billion in support. stock markets that had heightened The “concern is not about individual calls, but ened to pull the economy into a deep The transcripts reveal the internal fears of a recession. It marked the first rather the cumulative impact of allowing in-flight recession, transcripts of the Fed’s pol- arguments Bernanke deployed to mar- time the Fed had changed rates be- calls in close quarters,’’ the department said. icy meetings that year show. shal support for unorthodox policy ac- tween regularly scheduled meetings In an Associated Press-GfK poll three months “We’re crossing certain lines. We’re tions – including from Janet Yellen, since 2001, when it was trying to ago, 48 percent of those surveyed opposed letting doing things we haven’t done before,’’ who succeeded Bernanke this month cushion the economy from the shocks cellphones be used for voice calls while planes are in Chairman Ben Bernanke said as Fed as Fed chair. At the time, Yellen was of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. flight, while 19 percent were in favor and 30 percent officials met in an emergency session head of the Fed’s San Francisco re- By the end of 2008, the Fed made were neutral. Among those who’d flown four or March 10 and launched never-before- gional bank. eight rate cuts, leaving the funds rate more times in the previous year, the rate of opposi- taken steps to lend to teetering Wall At an Oct. 28-29 Fed meeting, on Dec. 16 of that year at a record low tion soared to 78 percent. Street firms. “On the other hand, this Yellen noted the dire events that had near zero. It remains at that level today. Delta Air Lines told the government last year that financial crisis is now in its eighth occurred that fall. With a nod to Hal- Many economists don’t think the Fed 64 percent of its passengers indicated that the ability month, and the economic outlook has loween, she said the Fed had received will start raising rates until late 2015 at to make phone calls in flight would have a negative worsened quite significantly.’’ “witch’s brew of news.’’ the earliest. impact on their onboard experience. The crisis had been building for “The downward trajectory of eco- The Fed that year also launched Among the most ardent opponents of lifting the months. In an emergency conference nomic data,’’ Yellen went on, ``has other never-before-tried programs to current ban are flight attendants, who worry that call Jan. 21, Bernanke had rallied sup- been hair-raising– with employment, get money flowing to parts of the phone conversation will spark arguments between port for a deep cut in interest rates. He consumer sentiment, spending and or- economy that were struggling to get passengers and even acts of violence. warned that market turmoil showed ders for capital goods, and homebuild- credit. “Allowing passengers to use cellphones during investors’ growing concerns that ``the ing all contracting.’’ Market conditions Fed policymakers fretted over the commercial flights will add unacceptable risks to United States is in for a deep and pro- had ``taken a ghastly turn for the unprecedented steps they were taking. aviation security, compromise a flight attendant’s tracted recession.’’ worse,’’ she said. ``It is becoming Jeffrey Lacker, president of the Fed’s ability to maintain order in an emergency, increase Bernanke apologized to his col- abundantly clear that we are in the Richmond regional bank, worried at cabin noise and tension among passengers and inter- leagues for convening the call on the midst of a serious global meltdown.’’ the March 10 meeting about a plan to fere with crewmembers in the performance of their Martin Luther King holiday. But he Yellen said she had downgraded her lend Treasurys to Wall Street firms in duties as first responders in the cabin,’’ said Corey said he felt that the urgency of the cri- economic outlook and was projecting a exchange for mortgage bonds. Caldwell, a spokeswoman for the Association of sis required the Fed to act before its recession, with four straight quarters of “This proposal crosses a bright line Flight Attendants, which represents nearly 60,000 regularly scheduled meeting the next declining growth. The recession was later that we drew for ourselves in the 1970s flight attendants at 19 carriers. week. The Fed approved a cut of three- determined to have started in December in order to limit our involvement in The current FCC ban was adopted in 1991 based fourths of a percentage point in its 2007. It lasted until June 2009. housing finance,’’ Lacker said. on concern the calls planes might interfere with cel- benchmark for short-term rates. The Fed’s efforts failed to contain But Timothy Geithner, then presi- lular networks on the ground, but technological ad- On Friday, the Fed released hun- the damage from the financial crisis dent of the New York Fed, countered vances have resolved those worries. In 2005, the dreds of pages of transcripts covering failed to prevent the recession from be- that the Fed was a stronger institution FCC cleared the way for airlines to begin offering its 14 meetings during 2008 – eight coming the worst since the 1930s. But than in the `70s: ``We have the ability to Wi-Fi in flight. regularly scheduled meetings and six Fed officials and many economists decide what we think is enough and Last October, the Federal Aviation Administra- emergency sessions. The Fed releases have argued that without the its ef- what line we’re not prepared to cross, tion, which regulates safety, dropped its ban on the full transcripts of each year’s policy forts, the Great Recession could have and we should be confident that we’re use of personal electronic devices such as tablets, meetings after a five-year lag. been more catastrophic, perhaps rival- willing to draw that line ... we need to music players and smartphones to send email, to The 2008 transcripts cover the ing the Great Depression of the 1930s. be flexible and creative in the face of text or to surf the Internet during takeoffs and land- most tumultuous period of the finan- The Fed’s efforts to deal with the fall- what are really extraordinary challenges.’’ ings. The agency said it is no longer worried the de- cial crisis, including the collapse and out from a collapsing housing bubble AP Business Writers Christopher S. vices will interfere with cockpit electronics. takeover of investment bank Bear and subprime mortgage crisis had begun Rugaber and Marcy Gordon contributed However, phone calls during takeoffs and landings Stearns in March of that year. are still prohibited. in 2007. The Fed cut a key short-term to this report.

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BY NANCY LYON variability among living organisms on a commemorative t-shirt pro- and the ecological complexes in vided to participants. When reading of animal which they occur.’ And, that as Coyote advocates have stated killing contests that offer prizes predators, coyotes serve a valuable that these aggressive actions were and cash for the biggest kill and function in keeping prey popula- another reason to end such con- often involve kids in the festivi- tions, such as rodents, in check and tests. “Killing wildlife en masse ties… it gives you pause to won- keeping local ecosystems healthy.” for fun and prizes is callous, dis- der what is so terribly wrong with Non-lethal, non-invasive prac- respectful and violent,” said these people that it’s considered tices have greater long-term, ef- Camilla Fox, director of Project “family fun”? fective results than lethal control Coyote… We need to stop per- Straight out of a Stephen King tactics. Countless studies have petuating this culture of violence novel, in the quaint village of demonstrated that lethal methods by starting with a statewide ban Holley, New York, the annual have actually produced counter- on wildlife killing contests.” Squirrel Slam Day killing con- productive results. In California’s Central Valley test/shooting competition has Kill competitions are con- informal coyote-killing contests scheduled its yearly blood-bath demned by conservationists as are growing in popularity and in and fun day this February. They cruel and unsportsmanlike, yet number. Organized team-killing recruit children and reward win- one hunter from Salmon is in Kern and Fresno Counties, ners with cash prizes after they quoted as saying “We’ll only have with cash prizes for the highest bring in the bodies of the squir- agreement with environmentalists kill by hunters, are happening rels that are weighed to see who when we kill all the wolves here.” with regularity; meets are often had the heaviest kill. While chil- California isn’t off the hook ei- arranged by Internet connection. dren watch, semi-automatic rifles ther. The small town of Adin, lo- With the violence to wildlife are raffled off with the proceeds cated in the remote mountains of escalating, Project Coyote re- going to the fire department. Modoc County, has become ported that on February 5th, “… Shouldn’t encouraging children high-profile with its annual coy- the California Fish & Game to massacre innocent animals ote-killing competition also in- Commission voted unanimously qualify as child abuse? volving child participants. (4-0) to consider a statewide ban Take Pennsylvania, perhaps Usually this year’s 40 carcasses on wildlife killing contests at the the only remaining state that al- would have been proudly lined request of Project Coyote… lows multiple pigeon shoots. up in front of a local store for all Newly elected Commission Vice Most are hosted by private rod to admire, but because of out- President Jack Baylis put forth and gun clubs where people - aka sider scrutiny, they were displayed the motion to move forward on a sociopaths - arrive in vehicles that behind locked gates. The scene formal rule making process to range from pickups to luxury ve- turned violent when a 73-year-old consider prohibiting wildlife- hicles from all over the country hunt opponent photographing 50 killing contests statewide. Com- for the thrill of blowing away pi- camo-garbed participants was al- mission President Michael Sutton geons as they are released from legedly shoved to the ground, seri- stated he has been concerned cages. Studies show the 70% of ously injuring his lower spine. The about these killing contests for the birds are not killed outright store owner, who allegedly pushed some time. They seem inconsis- but die slowly in neighboring the senior citizen, stated that he tent both with ethical standards fields and yards. “was provoked.” The altercation of hunting and our current un- In Idaho, a highly disputed was witnessed by a California De- derstanding of the important role hunting contest, touted as family partment of Forestry and Wildlife predators play in ecosystems. ” recreation, targets wolves and game warden who made a state- Lend your support: view Project coyotes. This year’s fun event was ment to Modoc County sheriff’s Coyote’s petition calling for a apparently a disappointment to deputies and helped the injured statewide ban on wildlife killing blood-seeking enthusiasts when senior in seeking medical attention. contests at: the wolf-killing spree ended with Charges will be reviewed by the http://www.change.org/petitions/ca no wolves killed and “only” two county Sheriff who is listed as a -dept-of-fish-wildlife-f-g-commis- dozen coyotes destroyed. 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New this year is a photo booth where guests can don props and costumes and pose for glamorous movie star photos to take home. Each attendee will receive “$1000” in casino chips to play blackjack, roulette, and other games. By popular demand, the Texas Hold ‘Em tournament will be back with entry priced at an additional $25. Proceeds from the event will support the pro- grams of the New Haven Schools Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. VIP and sponsorship packages are available, promising the full celebrity treatment for you and your guests. Tickets, priced at $100 per person or SUBMITTED BY HELEN KENNEDY $175 per pair, include appetizers, dinner, dessert, espresso and tea. Complimentary parking shuttle Tickets are now on sale for the New Haven Uni- service will be provided from Holly Center. fied School District’s third annual gala fundraising event, “A Night on the Red Carpet,” to be held at A Night on the Red Carpet Union City’s Mark Green Sports Center on March Saturday, Mar 22 22nd. This year’s event, will have a Hollywood- 6 PM to 11 PM movie premiere theme, and will feature casino Mark Green Sports Center games and prizes, a gourmet buffet dinner, a live 31224 Union City Blvd., Union City and silent auction, and fine wines, beer, and spe- www.nhsfoundation.org cialty cocktails. Video surveillance camera workshop SUBMITTED BY MARTHA MATTHIESEN, • Fremont resident Ken Thomas will highlight FREMONT PD how the Scott Creek neighborhood in south Fre- mont collaborated to raise funds and install com- Have you been thinking about installing a video munity neighborhood cameras as a deterrent to surveillance camera at your home or in your neigh- prevent and solve crime. He and his neighbors will borhood? Do you have questions about what type of give specific details on their fundraising efforts, the camera you should purchase? Are you curious about types of cameras required to produce high quality what other residents and neighbors are doing to images, where they installed the cameras and how safeguard their homes and neighborhoods? they now work with law enforcement when a crime We are pleased to announce a collaborative effort occurs. with the Scott Creek Neighborhood to assist Fre- • Sufficient time will be provided at the end of mont community members with the use and instal- the presentation for questions and answers. lation of privately owned and operated video surveillance cameras. Together, we have designed a Please RSVP to Fremont Police Community workshop that will give residents an overview of Engagement Specialist Martha Matthiesen at how effective residential video cameras are at help- [email protected] or 510-790-6979. A ing deter and solve crime. The workshop will be wait list will be created for the possibility of a sec- conducted jointly by Fremont Police staff and Fre- ond workshop. mont residents. • Fremont Detectives will give an overview of Video Surveillance Camera Workshop how beneficial video surveillance is to law enforce- Thursday, Feb 27 ment. They will present a recent case study of a resi- 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. dential burglary incident where video was critical in Fremont Fire Admin. Large Classroom breaking the case. They will also briefly discuss cur- 3300 Capitol Ave (City Hall), Fremont rent burglary trends in Fremont and why Fremont’s burglary rate has been on the decline for the last Please use the back parking lot entrance to the several months. Fire Admin. classroom.

BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE

Alameda County Monday, March 3 SMOG CHECK PREMIUM OIL CHANGE Renew books by phone 9:30–10:05 Daycare Center Visit - +Certificate UPGRADE WITH: 95* 95 + Tax • Oil system cleaner $5.00+Tax (510) 790-8096 UNION CITY $29. $19. * • Oil additive $5.00+Tax For more information 10:25–10:55 Daycare Center Visit - • Tire rotation & Includes new oil filter & up • break inspection $15.00 about the Bookmobile call City UNION CITY Will Repair Gross Polluters to 5 qts. of 10w30 or 10w40 • Top fluids & check (510) 745-1477 or visit 1:45–2:45 Delaine Eastin School, and vehicle inspection. • Tire pressures $5.00 www.aclibrary.org. 34901 Eastin Dr., UNION CITY • Synthetic oil $35+Tax Pickup trucks, Vans, SUVs, and 4x4s $10 extra. Add $25 for 5w30 & 20w50 $2.00 extra. Trucks, Times & Stops subject to change 4:15–4:45 Contempo Homes, 1996 and older Evap. Test. With coupon only. See disclaimer Vans, SUV’s, & 4x4’s $5.00 extra. Expires 3/30/14 4190 Gemini Dr., UNION CITY for more details. Limited Time. Offer Expires 3/30/14 See disclaimer for more details. Tuesday, February 25 5:15–6:45 Forest Park School, With coupon only. Limited time offer. 9:45– 10:15 Daycare Center Visit – Deep Creek Rd. & Maybird Circle, FREMONT FREMONT 10:45 – 11:15 Daycare Canter Visit – ALIGNMENT SPECIAL BREAK SPECIAL FREMONT Tuesday, March 4 2:15 – 2:45 Headstart – 9:15–11:00 Daycare Center Visit – .95* .95* $50 OFF 37365 Ash St., NEWARK FREMONT $59 $69 4:30 – 5:20 Weibel School, 2:00–2:30 Daycare Center Visit – FREE BREAK INSPECTION & 45135 South Grimmer Blvd., FREMONT For 2 Wheels For 2 Wheels WRITTEN ESTIMATE FREMONT 2:30 – 3:20 Cabrillo School, No obligation to have repairs done. Break prices and Most Car & Light Trucks. requirements may vary for car-to-car. With coupon only. 5:50 – 6:40 36700 San Pedro Dr., FREMONT See disclaimer for more details. With coupon only. See disclaimer for more details. Limited time offer. Booster Park, Gable Dr. & 4:45 – 5:30 Baywood Apts., Limited time offer. Expires 3/30/14 Expires 3/30/14 McDuff Ave., FREMONT 4275 Bay St, FREMONT 5:50 – 6:30 Jerome Ave. and Wednesday, February 26 Ohlones St., FREMONT 30/60/90K MILE SERVICE 12:45 – 2:15 Glenmoor School, 95* Does not include timing belt 95* Does not include timing belt 4620 Mattos Drive, FREMONT $179. (Required on some cars). $349. (Required on some cars). 3:50 – 4:20 California School for the Milpitas Bookmobile stops Deaf, 39350 Gallaudet Dr., FREMONT Renew books by phone Platinum Plugs additional. 6 & 8 cyl. Higher. Platinum Plugs additional. 6 & 8 cyl. Higher. Additional parts and labor for SUB’s, Vans, & 4x4 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & (800) 471-0991 Additional parts and labor for SUB’s, Vans, & 4x4 Camellia Ct., FREMONT For more information STANDARD INCLUDES: PREMIUM INCLUDES: .Maintenance tune-up .Transmission filter & gasket Maintenance tune-up .Replace oil/filter .Replace fuel filter (408) 293-2326 x3060 .Replace PVC valve .Tire rotation/inspection .Radiator drain & fill .Inspect belts and hoses .Balance tires .Radiator drain & fill CV boots Thursday, February 27 .Replace air filter .Transmission filter & gasket .Replace oil/filter .Break inspection .Fuel injection service 10:00 – 10:30 Daycare Center Visit – .Break inspection .Tire rotation/inspect CV Boots .Brake fluid flush Wednesday, March 5 . Power Steering flush .Inspect belts & hoses San Lorenzo 1:45-3:00 1991 Landess Ave., Milpitas See disclaimer for more details. With coupon only. See disclaimer for more details. With coupon only. 10:45 – 11:45 Daycare Center Visit – 3:15-3:45 120 Dixon Landing Rd., Limited time offer. Expires 3/30/14 Limited time offer. Expires 3/30/14 Castro Valley Milpitas 1:20 – 1:50 Daycare Center Visit – Additional Services Available: Timing Belt, Water Pump, Suspension, Exhaust, Hayward Transmission Services, Engine and Transmission Replacement 2:15 – 3:15 Cherryland School, *Prices apply to most cars & trucks. Add’l part & labor for SUV’s, Vans, and 4x4’s extra. Platinum spark plugs extra. Specials 585 Willow Ave., Hayward not applicable to FWD cars with pressed rotors and 4WD vehicles. Offers not valid on conjunction with other offer for same service. Dealer fluids extra. February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 17 Bright future forecast by Newark Chamber We will be having a raffle drawing on 3/14/14 Help us celebrate our 35th year in business!

Spend $100 or more, to be entered to win 1 of 3 prizes. Wholesale and retail are welcome to participate. Walk in orders only, to be entered into the drawing. PHONE & EMAIL ORDERS DO NOT QUALIFY!

Prizes are as follows: 1st drawing – 4” conventional foam mattress (to the size of your choice) L to R: Rich Lanser of Republic Services accepts Community Partner Award from Newark Chamber of Commerce Chair Gary Charland as chamber President/CEO Valerie Boyle looks on. 2” memory foam topper 6” cover At a luncheon held February 20, 2014 by the Newark Chamber of Commerce, new President/CEO Va- 2nd drawing – 4” conventional foam mattress lerie Boyle, current Board Chair Gary Charland and Chair-elect Bernie Nillo spoke of a bright future for w/cover (to the size of your choice) the reinvigorated chamber. Recounting accomplishments of activities, events and membership increases, the – OR - forecast was optimistic. Board Member Rich Lanser accepted the 2013 Community Partner Award from 2” memory foam topper w/ cover the Chamber on behalf of Republic Services. Lanser is employed as Controller of Republic Services. 3rd drawing – 2” OR 3” convoluted topper (your choice of thickness and size)

{YOU MAY ONLY ENTER ONE TIME} Food Court Wars The staff here at Bob’s Foam wants to thank you for all of your continued business throughout the years and hope that comes to Newark you continue to trust us for all your foam needs.

SUBMITTED BY LAURIE GEBHARD Contestants will then be at the food court in the NewPark Mall shopping center at 5 p.m. on Thurs- The Food Network is coming to Newark to film day, February 27 for more food sampling and judg- Food Court Wars where two teams of aspiring food ing Email: [email protected] to be a part entrepreneurs compete against one another as they of the action. battle to win their own food court restaurant, rent- The City of Newark welcomes the free for a year. Food Network! Each week, Food Court Wars visits a different U.S. city mall and this time, they’ve chosen the food Food Court Wars court at the NewPark Mall in Newark. Stakes are Wednesday, Feb 26 high as teams must test their concept, market their 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. brand and run their outlet for a full day feeding Silliman Aquatic Center hungry shoppers. The team whose restaurant makes 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark the most profit wins their eatery space – a prize worth $100,000 and the losing team must vacate Thursday, Feb 27 the premises. NewPark Mall Contestants will be at the George M. Silliman 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark Activity and Family Aquatic Center on Wednesday, 5 p.m. February 26. Stop by between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. if you would like to meet the (510) 578-4392 contestants and sample their food. [email protected] Construction causes temporary impacts SUBMITTED BY BAY AREA SUBMITTED BY BOLLYWOOD IN BAY AREA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT Drink, dine, donate and dance! Put on your beautiful ball As part of the BART Warm Springs Exten- gowns and dashing suits and kick off springtime at the Spring sion Project, construction crews are in the Charity Ball on Saturday, March 1. “Rendezvous with Preity process of installing and relocating utilities on Zinta” is a charity showcase and community gala, part of the Warm Springs Blvd. Beginning Monday, Febru- building bridges initiative to bring the Bay area Desi commu- ary 24 this work will require modifications to nity together, having fun while raising funds. traffic that will prevent southbound motorists Event highlights will include: on Warm Springs Blvd. from making a left turn Banquet dinner onto Reliance Way from approximately 8:30 Q and A: Rendezvous with Preity Zinta a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While the traffic control is in Fashion show place, it will be necessary for southbound mo- Meet & Greet with Preity Zinta for VIP, VVIP & Elite levels torists to access Reliance Way by either making Dance and singing performances a legal u-turn at Corporate Way and then turn Learn about various charities and an opportunity to do right onto Reliance Way or by turning left on some good Karma Corporate Way, left on Research Avenue and Fun and interactive charity showcase left onto Reliance Way. Celebrity DJ After Party The work will include, but is not limited to: Excavating in impacted area Rendezvous with Preity Zinta at Charity Ball Installing and relocating utilities Saturday, Mar 1 6:30 p.m. Paving India Community Center 525 Los Coches St., Milpitas Questions regarding these activities: (408) 579-9426 (510) 413-2060 or www.desiclub.com/spring [email protected] Ticket levels: $20 - $190 Page 18 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

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Did you know that a single Barn Owl can con- sume 53 pounds of gophers in a year or 3,000 ro- dents per family in a four month breeding cycle? Nestbox Coordinators for the California Bluebird Recovery Program will also be on hand to show what a Barn Owl Box is and describe how helping the owls can help you. Barn Owls and Western Screech Owls are just two of the many cavity nest- ing birds assisted by the California Bluebird Recov- ery Program. Erecting Barn Owl nest boxes can be an effective pesticide-free tool to help control a ro- dent population. Choosing the right location to in- stall a nest box for these or any other cavity nesting birds such as the Western Bluebird or Tree Swallow can be challenging. There will be a ranger-led hike from twilight to dusk around part of Lake Elizabeth and hands-on nature and art activities for the kids including owl Whooooo goes there? pellet dissection and owl headbands. Come meet Friday, Feb 28 our human and raptor special guests: Naturalists 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. from Sulphur Creek Nature Center, specialists from Nature Learning Center the Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Central Park Center, Central Park Rangers, and live and in per- 40224 Paseo Padre Pkwy.,Fremont son: a Screech Owl, a Great-Horned Owl and a (510) 790-5541 Barn Owl. To finish out the evening, have a s’more www.fremont.gov/centralpark and sing a song or two around the campfire. Free What a great night – it should be a hoot! This event is sponsored by the City of Fremont Commu- nity Services Department (Recreation Services & Envi- ronmental Services Divisions). The program is free; snacks and photo cards of Central Park scenery will be available for sale. The Nature Learning Center is located in the back of the Waterpark parking lot, the first building to the left. If you have any questions, please call (510) 790-5541 or e-mail [email protected]. February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 19 Page 20 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014 February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 21

$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change. Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.

Saturday, Jan 25 - Sunday, Saturday, Feb 1 - Friday, Feb 28 Apr 13 Jan Schafir Art Studio Exhibit 55” Images of Sea Level Rise 5 a.m. - 9 p.m. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mixed media works Exhibit details the impact of rising bay Mission Coffee Roasting House Continuing Events waters 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont Hayward Shoreline Interpretive (510) 409-2826 Center Thursdays, Dec 26 thru Feb 27 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward Saturdays, Feb 1 thru Apr 19 (510) 670-7270 “Dirt Cheap” Organic Produce www.incredibletravelphotos.com/ Teen/Senior Computer and 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 55inches Gadget Help CalFresh recipients may use EBT cards 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. for purchases Sundays, Jan 26 thru Mar 23 Teens teach seniors to use electronic de- vices Alameda County Social Services The Happy Leader - Teen Lead- Agency ership Program $ Fremont Main Library 24100 Amador Street, Hayward 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 670-6000 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (510) 745-1400 Teens design a plan for personal & aca- www.aclibrary.org demic growth Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 26 India Community Center Reducing Stress Course for Tuesday, Feb 4 – Thursday, 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas Mar 27 Caregivers $ 408-934-1130 10 a.m. - 12 noon www.indiacc.org Artist’s Guild of the East Bay: Learn effective ways to deal with stress Jump into Spring Family Resource Center Tuesday, Jan 28 - Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 39155 Liberty St., Fremont Apr 12 Local artists display a variety of art mediums (510) 574-2035 Jamaica THEN & Cuba NOW [email protected] Artist reception Friday, Feb 7 Mon: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tues &Thurs: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturdays, Jan 18 thru Mar 1 Hayward City Hall Sat: 12 noon - 3 p.m. 777 B St., Hayward Chinese Folk Songs Course $R Images of the Peace Corps (510) 538-2787 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. PhotoCentral [email protected] Learn about a special genre of music 1099 E St., Hayward Ohlone College (510) 881-6721 Thursday, Feb 6 - Sunday, 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont www.photocentral.org Mar 2 (510) 742-2304 “An Ideal Husband” $ http://ohlone.augusoft.net Saturday, Feb 1 - Friday, Feb Thurs - Sat: 8 p.m. (Sat & Sun 28 matinee: 2 p.m.) Thursday, Friday & Saturday, Afro-American Cultural Dis- Comedic tale about a politician & a past Jan 18 thru Mar 1 play misdeed A.R.T. Inc. Annual Members 11a.m. - 6 p.m. Douglas Morrison Theatre Exhibit Honoring black history month 22311 N Third St., Hayward 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cultural Corner near Sears (510) 881-6777 Variety of works by local artists New Park Mall www.dmtonline.org Adobe Art Gallery 2086 Newpark Mall, Newark 20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro (510) 794-5523 Valley (510) 881-6735

Mondays, Jan 20 thru Apr 7 HR Certification Prep Course $R 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Learn skills & test prep for Human Re- sources exam Western Digital Corporation 44200 Osgood Rd., Fremont (415) 291-1992 www.nchra.org

Wednesday, Jan 22 - Sunday, Mar 2 Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna $ Wed - Sat: 8 p.m. Sat & Sun: 4:30 p.m. Sun: 1 p.m. Journey to a mysterious, magical island Taylor Street Bridge Hwy. 87 and Taylor St. Lot E, San Jose (800) 450-1480 www.cirquedusoleil.com

Mom or Dad forgetting things? Are they telling the same stories or asking the same questions over and over? Have they lost interest in socialization and hobbies? This 5-part education support series will A positive path for spiritual living offer very practical tips for people who love someone who is living with Dementia, including Alzheimer’s Disease. Unity of Fremont The dates for this 5-part series are: A light lunch and Sunday 12:30 pm beverages will 3/19/14 from 11am – 12:30pm be served 4/23/14 from 11am – 12:30pm 5/21/14 from 11am – 12:30pm FREE

RSVP at least one week 1351 Driscoll Rd, Fremont prior to the seminar (at Christian Science Church) RSVP via email to: [email protected] www.unityoffremont.org or Via phone: 1-510-739-1515 510-797-5234 and ask for Candy Page 22 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

Continuing Events Wednesday, Feb 26 Thursday, Feb 27 Jazz Night How to Help Your Teen-Ager Farmers’ Markets Friday, Feb 7 - Sunday, Apr 6 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Succeed Children’s Book Illustrator’s Ex- Live music 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. hibit Hilton Hotel Parent workshop to assist teens with challenges 0FREMONT: South Hayward Glad Tidings 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 39900 Balentine Dr., Newark Washington High School Saturdays Variety of artist’s works on display (510) 490-8390 Centerville 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 38442 Fremont Blvd., Fremont Sun Gallery (510) 791-3414 Saturdays Year-round 1015 E St., Hayward Wednesday, Feb 26 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. W. Tennyson Rd. between Tyrell (510) 581-4050 American Red Cross Blood Thursday, Feb 27 Year-round Ave. and Tampa Ave., Hayward www.sungallery.org Drive – R Bonde Way at Fremont Blvd., (510) 783-9377 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Teen Summer Job Fair Fremont www.cafarmersmarkets.com Thursday, Feb 14 - Sunday, Call to schedule an appointment 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (510) 909-2067 Mar 16 Use sponsor code: CSUEAST- Students apply for seasonal work www.fremontfarmersmarket.com MILPITAS: California Watercolor Associa- BAY Fremont Teen Center tion Exhibit Cal State East Bay University 39770 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Kaiser Permanente Fremont Milpitas Farmers’ Market at 12 noon - 5 p.m. 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Fremont ICC (510) 494-4300 Farmers’ Market Over 70 artists display their works Hayward Thursdays Sundays (800) 733-2767 [email protected] Olive Hyde Art Gallery www.americanredcross.org 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont Thursday, Feb 27 Year-round Year-round (510) 791-4357 39400 Paseo Padre Pkwy., India Community Center www.olivehydeartguild.org Wednesday, Feb 26 Food Network: “Food Court Fremont 525 Los Coches St. Guided Meditations Wars” 800-949-FARM 800-949-FARM 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 5 p.m. www.pcfma.com www.pcfma.com Learn to overcome negative emotions Watch television show taping Art of Living Center New Park Mall Irvington Farmers’ Market NEWARK: 555 Mowry Ave., Fremont 2086 Newpark Mall, Newark Sundays www.artofliving.org (510) 794-5523 Tuesdays, Feb 25 thru Apr 15 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Newark Farmers’ Market www.newparkmall.com Sundays NAMI Peer-to-Peer Education Wednesday, Feb 26 Year-round Program – R Bay Street and Trimboli Way, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Hand-Crafted Paper Demon- Friday, Feb 28 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Fremont Year-round stration Toddler Ramble $ 800-949-FARM NewPark Mall Support for adults with mental health 10 a.m. - 12 noon 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. challenges www.pcfma.com 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark Art from recycled paper Kids ages 1 - 3 explore the shore FUDTA Offices 1-800-897-FARM Olive Hyde Art Gallery Hayward Shoreline Interpretive HAYWARD: www.agriculturalinstitute.org 39350 Civic Center Dr, Fremont (408) 422-3831 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont Center [email protected] (510) 791-4357 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward Hayward Farmers’ Market Bayfair Mall www.olivehydeartguild.org (510) 670-7270 Saturdays www.haywardrec.org Saturdays Sunday, Mar 2 - Friday, Mar 28 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb 26 “Shared Perceptions” Year-round Falls Prevention Friday, Feb 28 Year-round 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Hayward City Plaza Fairmont and East 14th St., San 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. b2B Procurement and Con- San Lorenzo Adult School art exhibit 777 B. St., Hayward Leandro Home safety and medication manage- tracting Fair 1-800-897-FARM (925) 465-4690 Alameda Historical Museum ment 9 a.m. 2324 Alameda Ave., Alameda www.agriculturalinstitute.org www.cafarmersmkts.com Fremont Main Library Networking to diversify business supply (510) 521-1233 chains www.alamedamuseum.org 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont St. Rose Hospital Farmers’ UNION CITY: (510) 745-1400 Fremont Main Library Market www.aclibrary.org 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Mondays, Mar 3 thru Mar 24 Tuesdays Kaiser Permanente Union (510) 795-2244 12 noon – 4 p.m. City Farmers’ Market Community Emergency Re- Thursday, Feb 27 [email protected] sponse Team Training – R Year-round Tuesdays Cash for College Workshop 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 27200 Calaroga Ave., Hayward 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb 28 (510) 264-4139 Emergency assistance procedures for Year-round Financial aid, scholarships and grants Science Lecture for Children www.digdeepcsa.com Kaiser Permanente Medical Hayward residents 4:30 p.m. Hayward City Hall Chabot College Offices 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hay- Especially for elementary age kids Kaiser Permanente Hayward 777 B St., Hayward 3553 Whipple Rd., Union City ward Fremont Main Library Farmers’ Market (510) 583-4948 800-949-FARM (510) 723-6600 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Wednesdays www.pcfma.com (510) 745-1400 Monday, Apr 21-Friday, Apr 25 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb 27 www.aclibrary.org Year-round Union City Farmers’ Market Spring Break 1-on-1 Tutoring $R American Red Cross Blood 27400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward Saturdays Drive – R Friday, Feb 28 800-949-FARM 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fremont Education Foundation www.pcfma.com Students grades 3 - 6 get help in core Year-round Call to schedule an appointment Gala - $R Old Alvarado Park subjects Use sponsor code: DEVRY 5:30 p.m. Smith and Watkins Streets, Register by 3/1/2014 DeVry University Campus Dinner, cocktails and recognition pro- Union City Fremont Adult School 6600 Dumbarton Cir., Fremont gram 800-949-FARM 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont (800) 733-2767 Marriott www.pcfma.com (510) 794-2538 Shootingstarsfoundation123@gm 46100 Landing Pkwy., Fremont ail.com (510) 413-3700 http://www.fuss4schools.org www.fremont-education.org

Monday, Apr 21-Friday, Apr 25 Academic Boot Camp $R 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Enrichment for grades 3 – 6 Register by 3/1/2014 Fremont Adult School 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont (510) 794-2538 Shootingstarsfoundation123@gm ail.com http://www.shooting-stars-foun- dation.org

Tuesday, Feb 25 “Does Jesus Really Love Me? A Gay Christian’s Search for God” 7 p.m. Film, discussion and refreshments Lifetree Café 4020 Technology Pl., Fremont (510) 797-7910 www.Lifetreecafe.com

Tuesday, Feb 25 Caltrans Open-House Meeting 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Discuss Alameda Creek Bridge project Sunol Glen School 11601 Main St., Sunol (925) 895-3767 http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/niles canyon/

Tuesday, Feb 25 Estate and Trust Planning 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Probate and related tax matters Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400 www.aclibrary.org February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 23

Friday, Feb 28 Saturday, Mar 1 Saturday, Mar 1 - Sunday, Saturday, Mar 1 Sunday, Mar 2 Bay Area Climate Protection Nowruz Celebration Mar 2 Nature Walk for Health Ohlone Village Site Tour Workshop 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Rummage Sale 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Ballet Afsaneh Dance Company per- Sat: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 1.3 mile hike along the bay 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Discuss toxic air contaminants formance Sun: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. SF Bay Wildlife Refuge Tour pit house and sweat house Air Quality District Office Fremont Main Library Clothes, household items, books and toys 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont Ages 5+ 939 Ellis St., San Francisco 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Southern Alameda County Bud- (510) 792-0222 Coyote Hills Regional Park (415) 771-6000 (510) 745-1400 dhist Church 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., www.baaqmd.gov [email protected] 32975 Alvarado Niles Rd., Saturday, Mar 1 Fremont Union City Bay Bike Ride – R (510) 544-3220 Saturday, Mar 1 (510) 471-2581 Friday, Feb 28 10:30 a.m. Monday, Mar 3 Whoooo Goes There? Bird Walk 11 mile ride along bay trail Saturday, Mar 1 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. SF Bay Wildlife Refuge Contemplative Dialogue: Non- Meet live owls, activities and sing-a-long Discover behavior, migration and Flea Market 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont Defended Learning $ Fremont Nature Learning Center habitat 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. (510) 792-0222 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 40224 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Ages 8+ Unique treasures and bargains Listening without judgment Fremont Coyote Hills Regional Park Kenneth C. Aitken Center Sunday, Mar 2 Dominican Sisters of Mission 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., 17800 Redwood Rd., (510) 790-5541 Shoreline Discovery Hike San Jose [email protected] Fremont Castro Valley 43326 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 (510) 881-6738 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (510) 933-6335 www.haywardrec.org Family hike to explore wildlife Saturday, Mar 1 www.msjdominicans.org Saturday, Mar 1 Ages 8+ Spring Charity Ball $R Saturday, Mar 1 Hayward Shoreline Interpretive 6:30 p.m. Healthy Parks Healthy People Monday, Mar 3 Hike Affordable Care Act Center Dinner, dancing, music & auction 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward Community Outreach Event 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. India Community Center (510) 670-7270 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas Naturalist led hike Coverage information and how to Oakland International Airport exten- register sion 408-934-1130 Ages 12+ Sunday, Mar 2 Coyote Hills Regional Park Session in Spanish BART www.indiacc.org “The Shallows: What the Inter- 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Hayward Main Library Coliseum Station Concourse, Fremont 835 C St., Hayward net is Doing to Our Brains” Saturday, Mar 1 Oakland (510) 544-3220 (510) 881-7974 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. www.bart.gov Nature Detectives: The Power www.coveredca.com Book talk of Tides Saturday, Mar 1 India Community Center Monday, Mar 3 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas Hayward Youth Summit Saturday, Mar 1 American Red Cross Blood Nature class for ages 3 – 5 408-934-1130 Rabbit Adoption Event $ Drive – R Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Information about: summer jobs, money 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 12 noon - 6 p.m. 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward Sunday, Mar 2 for college, volunteering Adopt a pet Call to schedule an appointment (510) 670-7270 Movie Night $ Entertainment, raffle, free lunch Hayward Animal Shelter Sponsor code: WHHS Hayward City Hall 16 Barnes Ct., Hayward 8 p.m. Saturday, Mar 1 Washington Hospital 777 B St., Hayward (510) 293-7200 “The Last Wolf of Ezo” 2500 Mowry Ave., Fremont Stargazing 101 youthcommission@hayward- www.haywardanimals.org Serra Theaters (800) 733-2767 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ca.gov 200 Serra Way, #37, Milpitas Hike the bay and learn astronomy Students 7th-12th grade only Saturday, Mar 1 (408) 935-9674 Tuesday, Mar 4 Ages 8+ Saturday, Mar 1 Mehfil Indian Dance Event Volunteer Orientation Hayward Shoreline Interpretive All You Can Eat Crab Feed $ 7 p.m. Sunday, Mar 2 11 a.m. - 12 noon Center 6:30 p.m. Indian dance groups Oscar Time 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward Wildlife conservation training Proceeds support restoration of Mission 5 p.m. (510) 670-7270 Moreau Catholic High School – Alviso Environmental Education San Jose Teves Theater Oscar party; Photo op with Oscar Saturday, Mar 1 Center St. Joseph Church 27170 Mission Blvd., Hayward Edison Theater 1751 Grand Blvd., Alviso Red Grammer Concert $ 43323 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 881-4300 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (408) 262-5513 2 p.m. (510) 882-0527 www.moreaucatholic.org/more- (510) 494-1411 Children’s musical performance aumehfil [email protected] Ages 3+ Harbor Light Church 4760 Thornton Ave., Fremont (510) 733-1189 [email protected]

SUBMITTED BY RENA AND Essanay Film Manufacturing Company ar- the notoriety that can also DAVID KIEHN, NILES ESSANAY rived by train. Twenty years before, the come with such vehement moving picture profession had been non- adulation. SILENT FILM MUSEUM existent. By the time movies were made in When the Niles studio Niles (what decades later would become received a telegram at the The honorary Oscar reads: “To Gilbert part of Fremont), the movie industry was beginning of 1916 ordering M. ‘Broncho Billy’ Anderson Motion pic- transforming the nation and the world it to shut down, the doors ture pioneer, for his contributions to the with a universal language printed on film. were closed and locked. development of motion pictures as enter- The people of Niles were well aware of Two years later, the same tainment.” And on this Oscar night, Sun- this new medium. Many of the actors were fate met the original day, March 2nd, you can see it in person recognized by sight, but one person Chicago studio. It was the was known by name: Gilbert M. end of an era. “Broncho Billy” Anderson, the Flash forward thirty world’s first western movie star. He years at the 1948 Oscars, also wrote, produced, directed and Hollywood celebrated some edited most of his films. of the filmmaking pioneers: George K. Spoor and Anderson William Selig of his self- were the “S” and “A” of Essanay, named studio, Albert E. based in Chicago, Illinois. They Smith of the Vitagraph began the company in 1907, but company and George K. the harsh winters drove the ever- Spoor of the Essanay studio. restless Anderson west in search of Ten years later, and more the perfect location. By the time he than 40 years after his hey- and his company arrived in Niles, day, on March 26th, 1958,it they had already been responsible was Gilbert “Broncho Billy” for more than two hundred films. Anderson’s turn for recogni- By 1916, the western division in tion and appreciation by the Niles had completed more than 350 Academy of Motion Picture one and two-reelers. Two years later Arts & Sciences. Chaplin, when Essanay’s main Chicago stu- himself, would receive a long dio closed for good more than overdue honorary award in 2,000 films had been released under 1972 after a twenty year self- the company’s name. imposed exile in Switzerland. We are raising funds for a very special The Essanay Studio launched Anderson (who locals now think of as Chaplin film restoration project. In case the careers of cross-eyed comedian our own “Broncho Billy”) was one of the you are wondering, our beloved Oscar was Ben Turpin, screen queen Gloria small group of pioneers whose belief in a willed to us by a private donor and will Swanson, leading man Francis X. new medium, and whose contributions to make occasional “guest appearances” at Bushman, and film heavy / some- its development, blazed the trail along special events, otherwise will be housed in time director Wallace Beery. At which the motion picture has progressed, a bank deposit box for safe keeping. So the end of 1914, the company also in their lifetime, from obscurity to world- this is your chance to see him in person! signed an up-and-coming vaude- wide acclaim. The Oscar Party starts at 5:00 pm. If villian making waves onscreen at And we have his Oscar! you have any questions, please email Mack Sennett’s Keystone com- The Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum [email protected] or leave a mes- pany… Charlie Chaplin. Just a is hosting a free party on the big screen in sage at (510) 494-1411 (email preferred as few months later, based on the suc- our 100-seat auditorium at the Edison The- it is easier to return a response as we are all cess of the films he made in Niles, much ater, 37417 Niles Blvd. on March 2nd at volunteers). and get your photo taken with it at the like a rocket fired into the heavens, his show time. We will have snacks and drinks Free museum tours are available from 12 silent film museum’s party! fame quickly shot into the stratosphere available for a donation (popcorn and milk noon – 4 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays. Do- As the story goes, it was the first of and his worldwide superstardom eclipsed duds, of course!) And if you’d like to snap a nations to keep our doors open and lights April in the year 1912, when the town of all other film celebrities for decades. He selfie holding the man in gold, you can for on (except when we are showing movies, Niles, population 1400, was invaded by a achieved lifelong acclaim, adoration and only a $10 donation per photo. natch!) are accepted and appreciated! small army. The fifty-two members of the Page 24 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014 Gomes Elementary celebrates a history of advocacy

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The Parent Teacher Associa- tion (PTA) of John Gomes Ele- mentary School, Fremont, marked the anniversary of the founding of the National PTA by honoring 13 special people from Community members honored at Gomes Elementary Founders Day pose with Principal Douglas Whipple (far right) the school community for their achievements. Teachers, which united with Na- At a special reception on Feb- Service Award); Joy Suh (Contin- Fremont Council Founders The National PTA celebrates tional PTA in 1970. ruary 11, Gomes Elementary uing Service Award);Nivi Gupta Day will be held on March 18 at Founders Day every February, The PTA is the nation’s oldest, School honored the following (Golden Oak Award). the Saddle Rack in Fremont. commemorating the visionary largest and highest-profile volun- community parents and teachers “We’re proud to recognize the Awards will be presented to women who, more than 100 teer organization working on be- for their time, effort and dedica- achievements of these very special honor community members who years ago, started the organization half of public schools, children and tion: Frances Bender, Diane individuals at the Founders Day exemplify the mission of our Fre- – Alice Birney and Phoebe families. The mission of the Cali- Geschke, Jana Harvey, Ujwala event,” said Chitra Arunachalam, mont PTAs. Hearst, co-founders of the Con- fornia State PTA is to positively Warey (Very Special Teacher Parliamentarian of Gomes PTA Congratulations to all stake- gress of Mothers – and honoring impact the lives of all children and Award); Joe Lee, Annam Srini- and co-chair of the event. “The holders - students, parents, educa- past and present PTA leaders. We families by representing its mem- vasan, Divya Raman (Very Spe- work of our dedicated parent vol- tors and school staff - of John also remember Selena Butler who bers and empowering and support- cial Person Award); Nicole unteers and school staff members Gomes Elementary as they con- in 1926 founded the National ing them with skills in advocacy, Cantu, Queenie Chong, Norm benefits all children, which is the tinue to benefit from the diligent Congress of Colored Parents & leadership, and communication. Howell, Ying Shen (Honorary heart of the PTA’s mission.” and creative work of a vibrant PTA!

Tuesday: Men’s 35 yrs. +, Men’s Recre- Fremont News Briefs ational, Coed Competitive, Coed Recre- ational Wednesday: Men’s Business (5:15 Watercolor SUBMITTED BY card. Travel training can increase a person’s p.m.games only) Men’s Competitive Men’s CHERYL GOLDEN independence and increase access to commu- Recreational Coed 35 yrs. + Coed Recre- nity resources. ational demonstration On the Road: Over To schedule a small group or one-on-one Thursday: Men’s Competitive, Men’s 1,000 Electric Vehicles training please call (510) 574-2053. Recreational, Coed Business (5:15 p.m. in Fremont games only), Coed Competitive, Coed Fremont Art Upcoming Training Dates Recreational More and more Fremont residents are Friday: Men’s Competitive, Men’s Association hitting the road driving electric vehicles. Travel Training Recreational, Coed Competitive, Coed There are now over 1,000 electric vehicles Mar. 10 and Mar. 11 Recreational (EV) in the community and almost 30 per- 9:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. cent of all electric vehicles in Alameda Newark Senior Center County are in Fremont. 7401 Enterprise Dr. SUBMITTED BY In addition to the many environmental AVANTHI KANMATAREDDY benefits of driving an electric vehicle such as Internet Resources Workshop reducing carbon emissions, there is a mone- Mar. 14 Guest artist, for the Wednes- tary incentive. The Clean Vehicle Rebate 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. day, March 5 Fremont Art Asso- Project (CVRP), whose goal is to promote Fremont Senior Center ciation’s general meeting is Myrna the production and use of zero-emission ve- 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy. Wacknov. She is a practicing hicles, offers up to $2,500 in electric vehicle artist and workshop instructor rebates. Rebates are given on a first come, Travel Training specializing in figurative and por- first serve basis. Currently, 80 percent of fis- Mar. 31 and Apr. 1 trait character studies. Portraiture cal year 2013-2014 funding for CVRP has 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. is not new to Myrna. In fact, been issued and reserved. Fremont Senior Center even before graduating from high For more information on the Clean Ve- 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy. school, Myrna was doing com- hicle Rebate Project, visit www.Energy- missioned portraits. She was also center.org/clean-vehicle-rebate-project. the charcoal sketch artist at nu- For additional information about elec- 1, 2, 3 Strikes You’re Out … merous outdoor art shows around tric vehicle projects in Fremont, contact the Kansas City area for a num- Rachel DiFranco, Sustainability Coordina- There is still time to sign up for the City ber of years. Myrna attended tor, at [email protected] or of Fremont Spring Adult Softball Leagues. Washington University in St. (510) 494-4451. Louis and later finished her de- gree in Painting and Drawing at Travel Training Workshops the College of San Mateo and and Specialized Trainings San Francisco State University. She has attained Signature Travel Training provides seniors Membership in the American and people with disabilities the Watercolor Society, National Wa- skills,knowledge and confidence tercolor Society, the California needed to ride public transporta- Watercolor Society and the San tion. Workshops include class- Diego Watercolor Society. Wac- room instruction and outings on knov has been included and re- buses and BART. Small group and one-on- ceived awards in many national one specialized trainings are available. Train- Deadline to register a team is Tuesday, Mar. watercolor competitions. See Wa- ings cover accessibility of transit, trip 4, 2014. All game times are 6:30 p.m., 7:45 knov’s work as well as her work- planning skills, safety information and tips, p.m. and 9 p.m. For more information, con- shop schedule at fare information, and how to use a clipper tact Michael Sa at [email protected] or www.myrnawacknov.com and her (510) 790-5522. online art journal at: myrnawac- knov.blogspot.com. Wacknov will be demonstrat- ing her watercolor technique: the public is invited, free of charge. Catch a Pot of Gold Hold a Rainbow in Your Hand

Watercolor Is there really a pot of gold at the end of demonstration every rainbow? The only way to find out is to visit us at Leprechaun Land for Wee Folk Fremont Art on Friday, Mar. 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 Association Centre/Gallery p.m.! The fee per child includes one walk 37697 Niles Blvd., Fremont through the forest; parents are free. This event sells out, so get your gold early. Wednesday, Mar 5 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Check our Recreation Guide for more (510) 792-0905 classes and details at www.Fremont.gov/RecGuide or to register www.FremontAr visit us online at www.RegeRec.com. For Association.org more information, email Free [email protected] or call Sue a (510) 494-4300. February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 25

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Fremont Memorial Chapel Beverly J. Soper Estate Sales, Complete or Partial RESIDENT OF FREMONT (510) 793-8900 FD 1115 January 18, 1948 – February 11, 2014 3723 Peralta Blvd. Fremont Clean out, Appraisals and more www.fremontmemorialchapel.com Neil A. Johnson Whether you're closing a loved one’s Estate or your own, RESIDENT OF FREMONT it is an overwhelming task. January 31, 1925 – February 14, 2014 Lana provides solutions for quick completion Bonnie G. Menconi Nu To Ha allowing you to move through the process with ease. ESIDENT OF NION ITY RESIDENT OF FREMONT R U C November 9, 1944 – January 26, 2014 June 18, 1930 – February 15, 2014 TAKE A DEEP BREATH, DON'T THROW ANYTHING AWAY, Rosita H. Custodio Leilah J. Rodrigues ESIDENT OF REMONT Call direct or contact Lana online RESIDENT OF UNION CITY R F July 7, 1948 - February 2, 2014 February 11, 2014 - February 15, 2014 Lana August Puchta Salvador Raygoza Edmund J. Bingle, Sr. Licensed Estate Specialist In Resale Over 30 Years RESIDENT OF UNION CITY RESIDENT OF AUBURN, FORMERLY OF FREMONT November 13, 1977 – February 14, 2014 May 15, 1916 – February 15, 2014 510-657-1908 Stephen A. Ramirez Su-Ming Koo www.lanas.biz [email protected] RESIDENT OF UNION CITY RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 22, 1948 – February 21, 2014 February 24, 1924 – February 16, 2014 Ethelyn M. Sacks Sister Eucharia Heidt RESIDENT OF FREMONT RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 22, 1923 – February 22, 2014 May 12, 1926 – February 16, 2014 ife Cornerstones will acknowledge important events that occur during the cycle of life in our community. In order to give a broad and fair op- Mary L. Peplinski portunity for all citizens to be recognized, a basic listing is offered at no RESIDENT OF FREMONT L cost. Such announcements may include births, deaths, marriages, anniversaries, August 31, 1949 – February 17, 2014 bar/bat mitzvah, Quinceañera, etc. Many cultures celebrate different milestones Henry R. Greaney, Jr. in life and this list will be as inclusive as possible. RESIDENT OF UNION CITY Please contact TCV at (510) 494-1999 or [email protected] for May 30, 1934 – February 18, 2014 submissions or further information. Free listings are limited to residents and families of the Greater Tri-City Area. Fremont Chapel of the Roses Raymond Kinores, Jr. (510) 797-1900 FD1007 RESIDENT OF FREMONT January 16, 1933 – February 19, 2014 1940 Peralta Blvd., Fremont www.fremontchapeloftheroses.com Pushpa Dua RESIDENT OF INDIA November 6, 1935 – February 19, 2014 Donald F. Hewell Swalwell announces RESIDENT OF HAYWARD March 17, 1934 – February 20, 2014 Manuel T. Medeiros, Jr. federal grant for Alameda VTA begins RESIDENT OF FREMONT December 12, 1945 – February 20, 2014 work on Light Barbara P. Abrams County Fire Dept RESIDENT OF UNION CITY Rail Pocket March 8, 1925 – February 22, 2014 Nicole R. Zvara SUBMITTED BY ALLISON safe.” “The grant allows the ACFD to Track by Levi’s RESIDENT OF MORGAN HILL BORMEL December 20, 1972 – February 23, 2014 hire new firefighters, but does not add new firefighter positions or expand Stadium Julieta Centeno-Hermida U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell RESIDENT OF UNION CITY (CA-15) announced on February 12, our current deployment model,” said SUBMITTED BY SANTA CLARA VAL- December 4, 1964 – February 12, 2014 that the Alameda County Fire Depart- Interim Fire Chief Dave Rocha. “This is a significant step toward maintain- LEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY Veril R. Pearce ment (ACFD) was awarded a two-year RESIDENT OF PLEASANTON $4.1 million federal SAFER grant to ing our current staffing levels in the December 10, 1939 – February 8, 2014 hire and train 12 new firefighters. The unincorporated service areas of the Department into Fiscal Year 2014/15 The Santa Clara Valley Transportation William E. Leach Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emer- and Fiscal Year 2015/16.” Authority (VTA) has begun work on the RESIDENT OF FREMONT gency Response (SAFER) grant program The FEMA SAFER program seeks Santa Clara Pocket Track, a third light rail August 12, 1936 – February 11, 2014 is administered by the Federal Emer- to increase the number of frontline track on Tasman Drive. This additional Eileen D. Standlee gency Management Agency (FEMA) firefighters, enhancing the ability of track will allow VTA to store light rail RESIDENT OF FREMONT under the U.S. Department of Home- grantees to attain and maintain 24- trains and put them into service quickly to September 15, 1935 – February 11, 2014 land Security. Swalwell, a member of the hour staffing and assuring that their meet increased service demands due to Mikel L. Stevens Homeland Security Committee, wrote a communities have adequate protec- special events and the beginning of local RESIDENT OF FREMONT letter to FEMA in September in support tion from fire and fire-related hazards. BART service. June 18, 1951 – February 11, 2014 of the grant for the Alameda County In accordance with this grant’s re- During upcoming special events at Lorna L. Cayanan Fire Department. quirements, the new firefighters would Levi’s Stadium, and when local BART RESIDENT OF HAYWARD “This federal grant is fantastic news replace firefighters who have recently service begins in late 2017, VTA will be March 26, 1958 – February 9, 2014 for public safety in Alameda County. I retired or who have officially notified able to store three 3-car trains on the Francisco S. Vieira am a proud advocate for our outstand- ACFD they will be retiring later this pocket track. These trains can then be de- RESIDENT OF UNION CITY ing local firefighters who risk their year, allowing the department to ployed quickly to pick up passengers and June 3, 1926 - February 24, 2014 lives every day to protect our commu- maintain current staffing levels for take them on their way, allowing VTA to nity and was honored to request this two years. provide a pleasant, quick and efficient ex- funding for the Alameda County Fire Alameda County Reps. Barbara perience to riders. Department,” said Swalwell. “This Lee (CA-13) and Mike Honda (CA- “This will be of tremendous value to Berge • Pappas • Smith funding enables ACFD to replace re- 17) also wrote letters of support on our customers, and will result in people Chapel of the Angels tiring firefighters and maintain its cur- behalf of the ACFD to receive the getting to and from this area more (510) 656-1226 rent staffing levels so they can SAFER grant. smoothly, especially when there’s a special 40842 Fremont Blvd, Fremont continue to keep our communities event taking place at Levi’s Stadium,” said Mark Robinson, Chief Engineering & Construction Officer. Beginning February 13 at 9 p.m., con- struction crews started putting down K- Hayward releases fact-finding report rail, a cement barrier that will narrow Tasman to one lane westbound between Old Ironsides and Patrick Henry for about on labor impasse with union three months. This will allow crews to re- locate sewer and storm water lines and per- SUBMITTED BY KELLY MCADOO bers to further share in the cost of their valuable City-provided form other construction-related activities. benefits; and unlike other groups that have accepted salary conces- Once that work is complete, the K-rail will The City of Hayward has released the findings of a three- sions to meet the established target, SEIU leadership stood firm on be shifted to allow crews to work on the person panel charged with “fact finding” in the City’s continu- their refusal to participate further, demanding a 10 percent raise track in the median. The sidewalk on the ing labor impasse with SEIU 1021. The panel, consisting of over two years and a $1,000 signing bonus. north side of Tasman Drive will also be one representative from the City, one from SEIU, and one The fact finding hearings were conducted on November 18, closed; however, pedestrians can still use neutral third party, met for four days late last year to examine 19, and 22, and December 17, 2013. The fact finder issued the the sidewalk on the south side of Tasman the circumstances leading up to the impasse and to hear evi- non-binding report and recommendations on February 4, Drive, opposite construction. dence from each side. 2014, which could not legally be released to the public until In addition, west of Patrick Henry The City’s contract with SEIU 1021 clerical, maintenance, February 14. Drive, K-rail will be placed to allow utility and confidential employees expired on April 30, 2013. Talks Although the City agrees with some of the neutral party’s and track work to commence. Traffic on stalled in July, leading the City to declare impasse on July 26. findings, the sheer number of items in contention made a nu- Tasman Drive will also be reduced to one SEIU employees staged a three-day strike from August 13 -15. anced analysis of the issues impossible given the neutral party’s lane westbound in this area. The deadlock continued through the late summer and fall, as limited time and relevant background on the topic. Ultimately, The pocket track is expected to be com- SEIU steadfastly refused to meet Council-directed compensa- the City disagrees with the fact finder on many of her core ob- pleted in August. tion guidelines established to address the City’s structural servations, which value short-term labor peace over the City’s For more information, contact VTA budget deficit. long-term fiscal stability. Customer Service at (408) 321-2300; TTY Many of the City’s eleven employee groups have already agreed Members of the public are encouraged to visit www.hay- (408) 321-2330. You can also log onto to various packages of structural compensation reforms to meet wardworks.com to see a summary of concessions from other www.vta.org and sign-up to receive VTA the benchmarks established by Council. Throughout the negotia- bargaining groups, the full breakdown of the City’s offers to email updates. tions, SEIU 1021 representatives rebuffed requests for their mem- SEIU, and more detailed information about the impasse. Page 26 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

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Tri-City Stargazer FEBRUARY 26 – MARCH 4, 2013 BY VIVIAN CAROL

For All Signs: This week, three planets are changing directions. It is a bit like dancing business and corporate development. While retrograde, the associated entities move into some sort of three-person jig. Mercury will be stationary direct on February 28th after a time of slower motion, checking and re-checking planned projects. It may be more dif- which it slowly pulls back into is normal orbital pattern. On March 1st, the planet Mars ficult to secure a corporate job while Saturn is retrograde. Corporate officers tend to shifts into reverse after a long, slow deceleration. No doubt you Aries, Libras, and Scor- make mainly temporary decisions. However, if you do not mind feeling insecure for a pios have noticed the deceleration in your overall life pattern. You are called to “go back” time, take the option and be the best possible worker so they will decide later to keep to something in the past. Then on March 2nd, Saturn goes retrograde until July 14th. It you on the payroll. is common for Saturn to appear retrograde for four months of each year. Saturn rules

Aries the Ram (March 21- Cancer the Crab (June 21- Libra the Scales (September Capricorn the Goat (Decem- munications and/or the work en- April 20): You and another may July 21): During this period there 23-October 22): Your love of lux- ber 22-January 19): Venus has vironment is also shifting. be in different camps at this time. may be a surprising development ury and fine things may cause a been traversing your sign since The situation became apparent in that opens a different doorway in battle with your partner, who December. In mid-January it was Pisces the Fish (February mid-January. You could be in con- the direction you thought you prefers to keep the belt tightened. square to Mars and this week it is 19-March 20): Put on your flict over issues of shared resources, were headed. You are conflicted on This reflects a genuine inner con- so again (rare double square). roller skates. It will require speed which may include the subjects of the subject of romance versus care- flict. A fairly strong part of you This is the action of yin and yang and energy to handle all your intimacy and sexuality. The one taking, which is your natural in- also wants to play it safe as well. at its worst. It represents chal- necessary activities this week. Ro- who plays Venus' role is the one stinct. Perhaps you are caught in Look for a way to satisfy your lenges between pairs and part- mance is looking up and may asking for more sharing. Sexual de- the middle between the needs of a wants a little less expensively. ners, business or personal. The bring some surprises. If you have sire is strong at this time but can spouse and your children. problem concerns values: love health issues, now is the time to be thwarted by lack of attention to Scorpio the Scorpion (Octo- and beauty versus practicality. find the right cure. You could be the communion of hearts. Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug ber 23-November 21): Old is- tempted to purchase an item that 22): Listen with care to the mes- sues may rise to the surface and is really expensive. Think twice. Taurus the Bull (April 21- sages coming to you from the cause you to become angry all Aquarius the Water Bearer May 20): Venus and Mars are world at large, along with dream over again. Maybe you simply (January 20-February 18): It square again. The first time was in information, and even psychic per- have to replay this scenario, but may be a challenge to stand up mid-January when the issues were ceptions. You are treading a mine- don’t attack, lest you be sorry af- straight this week. The planet raised between you and another. field, but you have magicians and terward. Take especially good care Mercury which has traveled in This is a time of evaluation. If you helpers all around you, ones who of vehicles and use care in driv- your sign for three weeks is shift- want hold onto and grow this rela- can offer guidance and informa- ing. Your reflexes are not at their ing to direct motion on the 28th. tionship further, then a new surge tion. Take strict care of your physi- best right now. You will be changing your mind of energy and resources are re- cal and emotional health. about a lot of things. Something quired. So, now is the time to de- Sagittarius the Archer (No- new and exciting related to com- cide. Is it worth the extra effort? Virgo the Virgin (August 23- vember 22-December 21): You September 22): Mercury is turn- continue to be restless and ex- Gemini the Twins (May 21- ing direct in your house of citable. You want to make Are you interested in a personal June 20): Mercury, your ruling health. For the past month it may changes in your routine and/or horoscope? planet, has been retrograding in have been difficult to manage home and hearth. Those who Vivian Carol may be reached at the area that includes publishing, your diet and exercise programs. are fortunate have travel plans the law, philosophy, and travel. It Now the urge to progress forward during this period can use some (704) 366-3777 is possible you have been repeating is nagging at you. Any health of that extra adrenaline you are for private psychotherapy an activity of the past in one or problems that have been hard to toting. Your exuberant mood or astrology appointments more of these areas. You have two treat or diagnose, will now begin could cause you to overextend (fee required). more weeks to finish and then you to show signs strongly enough your promises. Think before will shift into a new direction. that you can get help. committing. www.horoscopesbyvivian.com February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 27

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Inclusion DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Sharon Marshak Councilmember Anu Natarajan commented ville, Irvington, Niles, Warm Springs, Mis- that the Warm Springs Community Plan sion San Jose and the rest of the districts and PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN should be “inclusive” and I agree. Any part of neighbors. Ramya Raman the plan that intentionally removes it from Without planning and providing such in- ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT the rest of Fremont and surrounding neigh- frastructure, future costs and redesign of streets Sharon Marshak bors is simply wrong. Although each part of and thoroughfares will only increase and be- our area has its own unique characteristics come prohibitive, fueling the naysayers. These COPY EDITOR and amenities, the purpose of City govern- planning stages are a perfect opportunity to Miriam G. Mazliach ment and structure is to recognize and cele- think beyond the first few miles. Those who brate our diversity while uniting all its ASSIGNMENT EDITOR planned the City of Fremont proposed and Julie Grabowski elements to bring maximum success to all. built a landmark – Central Park and Lake Eliz- Community Development Director Jeff abeth - that went far beyond their current TRAVEL & DINING Schwob noted that this plan is “what could needs. Why? Because they envisioned a City Sharon Marshak be.” Among the extremes of resulting a re- beyond their political and natural lives. This sulting vision is an exclusive development takes courage, ambition and vision. Are we the PHOTOGRAPHERS WILLIAM MARSHAK with little relationship to the rest of Fremont equals of their vision? Let’s make sure connec- Mike Heightchew and its immediate neighbors OR a welcom- tions such as walking corridors, bike paths, rail Don Jedlovec ing, inclusive community that recognizes its lines, etc. are at the core of our vision to con- location in context, communicating easily nect and communicate. OFFICE MANAGER with its surroundings through multiple Mayor Harrison spoke of parking consid- Karin Diamond “Community Plan” is now in the modes of transportation. erations, Councilmember Bacon included a works for the area known as Warm The inter-city connections of BART have training facility and green technology in his ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT A Springs/South Fremont. A group of inherent advantages of mass transit, but do comments, Councilmember Chan was im- Margaret Fuentes high powered consultants, led by architecture not solve the challenge of intra-city connec- pressed with the possibilities and Coun- and design firm Perkins+Will, are developing tivity - even if Fremont ends up with a third cilmember Natarajan appreciated the a vision for the area focused around the BOOKKEEPING station in Irvington. Quite a bit of effort is challenge of defining urbanism in a suburban Vandana Dua BART station now under construction. In a now being expended on the form and func- context. Stakeholders, including the schools, Fremont City Council Work Session, plan- tion of this particular section of Warm will have a say in the ultimate design. All of ning elements were unveiled, complete with Springs, but it’s relationship to the rest of this is a good start, but let’s remember a fa- heraldry of vision, principles and context. All DELIVERY MANAGER Warm Springs, other districts of Fremont vorite word describing Fremont – inclusion – Carlis Roberts the proper notes of a grand design were and neighboring cities should not be lost in when planning physical and visual connec- struck and councilmembers were suitably im- the giddy blizzard of technical and structural tions throughout the City. pressed. However, among councilmember detail. A “cooperation agreement” between REPORTERS comments were cautionary reminders that al- some of the stakeholders is a good first step, though this area represents a phenomenal op- but if City staff forgets they represent an en- Frank Addiego portunity for creating something new and tire city of over 220,000 people spread over Jessica Noël Flohr vibrant, the rest of the City and its objectives 90 square miles, we may end up with an ex- should not be left behind. Sara Giusti clusive enclave, unaware and without respect Janet Grant Although the Fremont City Council and for the city that spawned it. William Marshak staff have focused their energy on two partic- Philip Holmes Couniclmember Bacon spoke of a “transit PUBLISHER M.J. Laird ular development projects – Warm Springs spine,” connecting infrastructure to not only Gustavo Lomas BART and Fremont’s Central Business Dis- the Warm Springs/South Fremont acreage, trict – there are many other square miles of but extending to businesses and people Isabella Ohlmeyer the City that need attention. An especially throughout Fremont. This is the same con- Medha Raman telling comment during the work session de- cept that should guide the other major Fre- Mauricio Segura scribed the concept of the Warm mont development, Civic Center and Steve Taylor Springs/BART development as a singular, all- Central Business District. We need to plan inclusive development that could preclude and construct efficient transit options con- INTERN attention or focus outside its boundaries. necting all of Fremont - Ardenwood, Center- Britney Sanchez

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continued from page 8 continued from page 8 Newark Police Log Union City Fremont Police Log Friday, February 7 over $2000 in merchandise. Both sus- Police Log Patrol responded to an interrupted pects were later booked at Santa Rita Jail. residential burglary at a residence in the Wednesday, February 12 SUBMITTED BY UNION CITY PD afraid to call when the robbery occurred. The suspect was described 5700 block of Civic Terrace Ave. at At 1:36 p.m., Officer Warren located as a black male adult, 30 years old, 170-180 lbs, collar length dread- 11:11 p.m. Three Hispanic males forced an occupied stolen vehicle at Cedar Saturday, February 15 locks, dark hat, dark jacket, armed with a pistol. Investigated by Ofc. entry through the front door (kick). Court/Cedar Boulevard. A high-risk stop At 12:33 a.m., Officer Seto and Gonzalez. The resident locked herself in a room ensued which resulted in the arrest of Officer Fonseca were at the Union Officers were dispatched to a hit and run that occurred on Paseo which was later kicked while the sus- John Molly. As it turned out, the vehicle Landing shopping center when they Padre Pkwy and Siward. The suspect vehicle was located with major pects were inside. The resident screamed was reported stolen to Modesto PD this noticed a Toyota Camry drive past front end damage parked on France Rd., but the driver had left the and the suspects fled. The suspect vehi- morning and ended up in Newark. While them with no rear license plate. Offi- scene. Officers contacted the registered owner and learned that the cle could only be described as a black or en-route to Santa Rita Jail John claimed cers conducted a traffic stop as the son, a 23 year old adult male, was driving the vehicle tonight. The maroon small SUV. he was having a medical issue while on vehicle entered the I-880 freeway. registered owner found his son at his friend’s house around the corner Saturday, February 8 Automall Parkway/680. Fremont Fire and Officers contacted the driver, Tyrell from the abandoned suspect vehicle. He brought his intoxicated son At 6:59 p.m., Officers Horst and Katz Paramedics Plus responded to the scene Ewing of Hayward resident and pas- to the scene where he admitted to crashing and fleeing. The 23 year investigated an auto-burglary that oc- and he was then transported to a local senger Cornelius Brown of San Lean- old was placed under citizen’s arrest and transported to jail. Officer curred in the Chuck E. Cheese parking hospital. He was eventually booked at dro. The vehicle was reported stolen Ramsey investigated the incident. lot where the victim was actively tracking Santa Rita Jail for possession of stolen from the City of Oakland. Officers Sunday, February 16 her stolen IPad through a computer ap- property. found the missing license plates for Officers responded to take a commercial burglary report at the plication. Officers Horst, Bloom, and Thursday, February 13 the vehicle in the trunk. Both occu- Afghan Palace located on the 24700 block of Ardenwood Bl. Investi- Sergeant Mapes caught up to the suspects Officer Horst accepted the arrest of pants were arrested and transported gated by Officer Ramsey. when they stopped their vehicle at the 7- Sebastion Silva of Oakland and Maria to a local jail. Monday, February 17 11 Store on Alvarado Niles Blvd. in Silva-Chavez of Oakland at 4:10 p.m. Officers were dispatched to James At 2:40 pm officers responded to an armed robbery that had just Union City. Taslim Shariff of Hayward from Macy’s for petty theft. Both were Logan High School at 2:15 a.m. to occurred at the Fremont Gas store at Grimmer/Doane. The suspect was and Michelle Smith of Fremont were ar- transported to Fremont Jail for booking. investigate a burglar alarm activation. described as a Hispanic adult male, early 20’s, 5’11”, thin build, long rested for burglary and the victim’s prop- Friday, February 14 Six adults fled from one of the school sideburns, small goatee, wearing an orange beanie, brown hoody, dark erty was recovered from inside their At 9:13 a.m., Officer Cerini stopped classrooms as Officers arrived. The pants and black/white athletic shoes. Ofc. Ceniceros investigating. vehicle. Both suspects were booked at Joseph Morales of Hayward on Cedar six burglars decided to stop running A homeowner returned home and discovered that his home on Santa Rita Jail. Blvd at Robertson Avenue. Officer Cerini when police K-9 Marx caught one of Springwater Dr. had been burglarized. Officer Piol investigated. No Monday, February 10, 2014 arrested Morales for possession of a the suspects in the group. All six bur- suspect leads at this time. Officers responded at 7:08 p.m. to binder stolen from Hayward Court. glars were arrested without further Monday, February 18 Macy’s, 200 NewPark Mall for a Officer Bloom responded to Macy’s at incident. Arrested: Toni Ngo (Union At 2:40 pm officers responded to an armed robbery that had just oc- shoplifter under citizen’s arrest after he 2:37 p.m. and arrested Shawn Bandy and City), Steven Tran (Union City), curred at the Fremont Gas store at Grimmer/Doane. The suspect was had fought with security personnel. Offi- Frank Nunes for petty theft. Calvin Gallardo (Union City), Jeffrey described as a Hispanic adult male, early 20’s, 5’11”, thin build, long cer Norvell arrested Burl Morris (Tran- Sunday, February 16 Nguyen (Union City), Devesh Patel sideburns, small goatee, wearing an orange beanie, brown hoody, dark sient – Kentucky) for robbery and 1540 Hours: Officer Neithercutt ar- (Union City), Doneil Crabtree pants and black/white athletic shoes. Ofc. Ceniceros investigating. burglary. During the booking process at rested Munirabanu Mansur of Newark (Union City). A homeowner returned home and discovered that his home on the Fremont Jail, Morris was found to for Petty Theft. Mansur was stopped by A victim flagged down Officer Springwater Dr. had been burglarized. Officer Piol investigated. No have a meth pipe hidden in his shoe. Ad- Macy’s LP for switching price tags on Figueiredo at 2:03 p.m. as he was suspect leads at this time. ditional charges of bringing drug para- items. Mansur was arrested and released driving on Alvarado-Niles Road and Wednesday, February 20 phernalia into a jail and possession of on a citation. Central Avenue. The victim told Of- Bank Robbery at Patelco Credit Union (5100 block ofMowry Ave.) drug paraphernalia were added. Any person with any information ficer Figueiredo that another male in Officers responded to Safeway at the Hub where Loss Prevention Officer Coffey handled a citizen’s ar- concerning these incidents can contact a nearby vehicle had brandished a had detained a 28 year old adult female, Fremont resident, for theft. rest/shoplifting case at the NewPark Mall the non-emergency line at 510-578- firearm at him. Officer Figueiredo Ofc. Taylor responded and received a female into custody for theft. Macy’s store at 9:04 p.m. Mother and 4237. Information can also be left anony- detained the driver of a nearby Mer- She was escorted to our jail. daughter Rasila Trivedi of Berkeley and mously on the “silent witness” hotline at cedes at gunpoint based on the infor- CSO Baca investigated a residential burglary on the 4300 block of Deepa Jani of Berkeley were both arrested 510-578-4000, extension 500. Jessica Circle. Entry was made via the rear slider and loss was jewelry. for grand theft after being caught stealing continued on page 29 February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 29

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I declare that all information in this statement federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 CNS-2587390# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS is true and correct. (A registrant who declares et seq., Business and Professions Code). NAME STATEMENT CIVIL as true any material matter pursuant to Section 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. 487062 17913 of the Business and Professions code that CNS-2590867# NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s): the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- File No. 487625 Scott Capen Photography, 4104 Tawny Terr, demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Fictitious Business Name(s): Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda thousand dollars [$1,000].) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Herbal Etc., 45401 Research Ave. Suite 226, 39270 Paseo Padre Parkway #238, Fremont, /s/ Hyong C. Yoo NAME STATEMENT CA 94536 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE File No. 487738 Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda. FOR CHANGE OF NAME This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Registrant(s): Registrant(s): Alameda County on February 7, 2014. Fictitious Business Name(s): Scott Matthew Capen, 4104 Tawny Terr, Fremont, Case No. HG14713870 Royal Taxi, 440 Boulder Ct., Suite F100-D, Recruitopia Corporation, CA, 630 Navajo Way, Superior Court of California, County of Alameda NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Fremont, CA 94589. CA 94536 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Pleasanton, CA 94566, County of Alameda Business conducted by: An Individual Petition of: Manickababu Muthugopalakrishnan for Registrant(s): Business conducted by: Corporation Change of Name ally expires at the end of five years from the date The registrant began to transact business using The registrant began to transact business using on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Rafi Eshpari, 4444 Hansen Av., Apt. 232, Fremont, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: CA 945-36 the fictitious business name(s) listed above on Petitioner Manickababu Muthugopalakrishnan except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section N/A. 1/16/14 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Business conducted by: an individual I declare that all information in this statement filed a petition with this court for a decree chang- The registrant began to transact business using I declare that all information in this statement ing names as follows: in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant is true and correct. (A registrant who declares is true and correct. (A registrant who declares to section 17913 other than a change in the the fictitious business name(s) listed above on as true any material matter pursuant to Section Manickababu Muthugopalakrishnan to n/a as true any material matter pursuant to Section Manickababu Muthu residence address of a registered owner. A new 17913 of the Business and Professions code that 17913 of the Business and Professions code that fictitious business name statement must be filed I declare that all information in this statement the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- The Court orders that all persons interested in this is true and correct. (A registrant who declares the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- matter appear before this court at the hearing indi- before the expiration. demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- as true any material matter pursuant to Section thousand dollars [$1,000].) cated below to show cause, if any, why the petition 17913 of the Business and Professions code that thousand dollars [$1,000].) for change of name should not be granted. Any rize the use in this state of a fictitious business /s/ Rajan Barma, Vice President /s/ Scott M. Capen name in violation of the rights of another under the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of person objecting to the name changes described demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one This statement was filed with the County Clerk of above must file a written objection that includes federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Alameda County on February 5, 2014. Alameda County on January 21, 2014 et seq., Business and Professions Code). thousand dollars [$1,000].) NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of the reasons for the objection at least two court /s/ Rafi Eshpari NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of days before the matter is scheduled to be heard 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of ally expires at the end of five years from the date and must appear at the hearing to show cause CNS-2590888# Alameda County on February 7, 2014 ally expires at the end of five years from the date why the petition should not be granted. If no writ- on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section the petition without a hearing. 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change NAME STATEMENT ally expires at the end of five years from the date in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Notice of Hearing: File No. 487733 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Date: 4/25/2014, Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 504 to section 17913 other than a change in the to section 17913 other than a change in the Fictitious Business Name(s): except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section residence address of a registered owner. A new The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, Short and Sprout, 3944 Harlequin Terrace, 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change residence address of a registered owner. A new Hayward, CA 94544 fictitious business name statement must be filed fictitious business name statement must be filed Fremont, CA 94555, County of Alameda in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant before the expiration. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be Registrant(s): to section 17913 other than a change in the before the expiration. published at least once each week for four suc- The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- Jessica McDonald, 3944 Harlequin Terrace, residence address of a registered owner. A new rize the use in this state of a fictitious business cessive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on Fremont, CA 94555 fictitious business name statement must be filed rize the use in this state of a fictitious business the petition in the following newspaper of general name in violation of the rights of another under name in violation of the rights of another under Business conducted by: an Individual before the expiration. federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 circulation, printed in this county: Tri City Voice The registrant began to transact business using The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Date: Feb 14, 2014 et seq., Business and Professions Code). et seq., Business and Professions Code). the fictitious business name(s) listed above on rize the use in this state of a fictitious business 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25/14 WINIFRED Y. SMITH N/A. name in violation of the rights of another under 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4/14 Judge of the Superior Court I declare that all information in this statement federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 CNS-2586399# CNS-2582534# 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 is true and correct. (A registrant who declares et seq., Business and Professions Code). CNS-2591517# as true any material matter pursuant to Section 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11/14 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17913 of the Business and Professions code that CNS-2589100# NAME STATEMENT ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- File No. 487488 FOR CHANGE OF NAME demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Fictitious Business Name(s): thousand dollars [$1,000].) STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT GOVERNMENT Case No. HG14712360 OF USE OF FICTITIOUS Master Business Management, 120 Mahagony Superior Court of California, County of Alameda /s/ Jessica McDonald Ln., Union City, Alameda, CA 94587, County of This statement was filed with the County Clerk of BUSINESS NAME Petition of: Makarand Narendra Vichare & Madhuri File No. 444561 Alameda, P O Box 15580, Fremont, CA 94537 Makarand Vichare for Change of Name Alameda County on February 7, 2014. Registrant(s): NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of The following person(s) has (have) abandoned TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: the use of the fictitious business name: Now Master Business LLC, CA, 120 Mahagony Ln., LEGAL NOTICE Petitioner Makarand Narendra Vichare & Madhuri Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Union City, Alameda, CA 94587 ally expires at the end of five years from the date and Zen Decors, 37908 Bright CMN, Fremont, Makarand Vichare filed a petition with this court for CA 94536 Business conducted by: a limited liability com- Pursuant to Elections a decree changing names as follows: on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, pany except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section The fictitious business name referred to above Code Section 12112 Abhimanyu Makarand Vichare to Dev Makarand was filed in the County Clerk’s office on 11/2/2010 The registrant began to transact business using Vichare 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change the fictitious business name(s) listed above on in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant in the County of Alameda. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Statewide The Court orders that all persons interested in this Christine Silva, 37908 Bright CMN, Fremont, 1/1/14 Direct Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, matter appear before this court at the hearing indi- to section 17913 other than a change in the I declare that all information in this statement residence address of a registered owner. A new CA 94536 June 03, 2014 in the following jurisdictions and cated below to show cause, if any, why the petition This business was conducted by: an individual is true and correct. (A registrant who declares that candidates to be voted upon at said election for change of name should not be granted. Any fictitious business name statement must be filed as true any material matter pursuant to Section before the expiration. S/ Christine Silva may be nominated for the following offices: person objecting to the name changes described This statement was filed with the County Clerk of 17913 of the Business and Professions code that above must file a written objection that includes The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Alameda County on February 4, 2014. COUNTY OFFICES the reasons for the objection at least two court 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11/14 demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one days before the matter is scheduled to be heard name in violation of the rights of another under thousand dollars [$1,000].) federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 District: Superior Court Judge and must appear at the hearing to show cause CNS-2588236# /s/ Jill Halme, President Number to be elected: Twenty-two (Seats 1-22) why the petition should not be granted. If no writ- et seq., Business and Professions Code). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 Term:6 years ten objection is timely filed, the court may grant FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Alameda County on January 31, 2014 Qualifications: Candidates must have been mem- the petition without a hearing. CNS-2590876# NAME STATEMENT NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of ber of State Bar or judge of court of record in State Notice of Hearing: File No. 487185 Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- 10 yr’s preceding selection to Superior Court. Not Date: April 4, 2014, Time: 8:45 a.m., Dept.: 504 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name(s): ally expires at the end of five years from the date required to be Alameda County resident The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, NAME STATEMENT Fremont Kabul Boutique, 37211 Fremont Blvd., on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Hayward, California 94544 File No. 487987 Fremont, CA 94536 , County of Alameda except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section District: County Board of Supervisors A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be Fictitious Business Name(s): Registrant(s): 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Number to be elected: Two (Districts 2, 3) published at least once each week for four suc- East Bay Lore, 357 Barton Drive, Fremont, CA Raz Mohammad, 23403 Hansen Rd., Tracy, CA in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Term:4 years cessive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on 94536, County of Alameda 95304; Alameda County, CA to section 17913 other than a change in the Qualifications:Candidates must be a registered the petition in the following newspaper of general Registrant(s): Business conducted by: an individual residence address of a registered owner. A new voter within the supervisorial district. circulation, printed in this county: Tri-City Voice Talila Golan, 357 Barton Drive, Fremont, CA The registrant began to transact business using fictitious business name statement must be filed Date: February 3, 2014 94536 the fictitious business name(s) listed above on before the expiration. District: County Board of Education Winifred Y. Smith Business conducted by: an Individual n/a The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- Number to be elected: Three (Areas 1, 4, 7) Judge of the Superior Court The registrant began to transact business using I declare that all information in this statement rize the use in this state of a fictitious business Term: 4 years 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4/14 the fictitious business name(s) listed above on is true and correct. (A registrant who declares name in violation of the rights of another under Qualifications: Candidates must be a registered federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 CNS-2585911# N/A. as true any material matter pursuant to Section voter within the district. I declare that all information in this statement 17913 of the Business and Professions code that et seq., Business and Professions Code). is true and correct. (A registrant who declares the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4/14 District: County Superintendent of Schools as true any material matter pursuant to Section demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one CNS-2584799# Number to be elected: One 17913 of the Business and Professions code that thousand dollars [$1,000].) Term: 4 years the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- /s/ Raz Mohammad Qualifications: Candidates must be a registered This statement was filed with the County Clerk of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one NAME STATEMENT voter of the county. thousand dollars [$1,000].) Alameda County on January 23, 2014 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of File No. 487176 NAMES /s/ Talila Golan Fictitious Business Name(s): District: Assessor This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Number to be elected: One ally expires at the end of five years from the date Cemneo, 1320 Decoto Rd. Ste. 110, Union City, Alameda County on February 18, 2014. CA 94587, County of Alameda. Term: 4 years NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Qualifications: Candidates must be a registered except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 31923 Chicoine Ave., Hayward, CA 94544. Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- Registrant(s): voter of the county. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ally expires at the end of five years from the date 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Heston Systems, Inc., CA, 31923 Chicoine Ave., NAME STATEMENT on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, Hayward, CA 94544. District: Auditor-Controller/Clerk Recorder File No. 487682 except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section to section 17913 other than a change in the Number to be elected: One residence address of a registered owner. A new Business conducted by: a Corporation Fictitious Business Name(s): 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change The registrant began to transact business using Term: 4 years SRM Xpress, 4222 Central Ave. Apt. #17, in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant fictitious business name statement must be filed Qualifications: Candidates must be a registered before the expiration. the fictitious business name(s) listed above on Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda to section 17913 other than a change in the N/A. voter of the county. Registrant(s): residence address of a registered owner. A new The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- rize the use in this state of a fictitious business I declare that all information in this statement Balihar Singh, 4222 Central Ave. Apt. #17, fictitious business name statement must be filed is true and correct. (A registrant who declares District: District Attorney Fremont, CA 94536 before the expiration. name in violation of the rights of another under Number to be elected: One federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 as true any material matter pursuant to Section Business conducted by: an Individual The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 17913 of the Business and Professions code that Term: 4 years The registrant began to transact business using rize the use in this state of a fictitious business et seq., Business and Professions Code). Qualifications: Candidates must be a registered 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11/14 the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- the fictitious business name(s) listed above on name in violation of the rights of another under demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one voter of the county. N/A. federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 CNS-2587836# thousand dollars [$1,000].) I declare that all information in this statement et seq., Business and Professions Code). /s/ Jamie Heston, President District: Sheriff/Coroner-Public Administrator is true and correct. (A registrant who declares 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Number to be elected: One as true any material matter pursuant to Section Term: 4 years CNS-2590869# NAME STATEMENT Alameda County on January 23, 2014. 17913 of the Business and Professions code that File No. 487563 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Qualifications: Candidates must be a registered the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- voter of the county. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name(s): Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one Mai’s Kitchen, 34587 Alvarado Niles Rd. Union ally expires at the end of five years from the date thousand dollars [$1,000].) NAME STATEMENT District: Treasurer/Tax Collector File No. 487853 City, CA 94587, County of Alameda on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, /s/ Balihar Singh Registrant(s): except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section Number to be elected: One This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Fictitious Business Name(s): Term: 4 years Mission Pain Therapy Center, 43195 Mission Elizabeth M. Lee, 3025 Via Del Sol, San Jose, 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Alameda County on February 6, 2014. CA 95132 in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant Qualifications: Candidates must be a registered NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Blvd., Ste #85, Fremont, CA 94539, County of voter of the county. Alameda Business conducted by: an Individual to section 17913 other than a change in the Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- The registrant began to transact business using residence address of a registered owner. A new ally expires at the end of five years from the date Registrant(s): Declarations of candidacy to file for the above Hai Ying Liu, 40420 Citrus Dr., Fremont, CA the fictitious business name(s) listed above on fictitious business name statement must be filed on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, (Illegible). before the expiration. office may be obtained from the Alameda County except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 94538 Registrar of Voters Office, 1225 Fallon St. Room Business conducted by: an Individual I declare that all information in this statement The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change is true and correct. (A registrant who declares rize the use in this state of a fictitious business G-1, Oakland, CA 94612 on or after February in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant The registrant began to transact business using 10, 2014, and no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, the fictitious business name(s) listed above on as true any material matter pursuant to Section name in violation of the rights of another under to section 17913 other than a change in the 17913 of the Business and Professions code that federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 March 7, 2014. If an incumbent elective officer of residence address of a registered owner. A new 02/11/14. the district has not filed by 5:00 p.m. on March I declare that all information in this statement the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- et seq., Business and Professions Code). fictitious business name statement must be filed demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25/14 7, 2014, the nomination period shall be extended before the expiration. is true and correct. (A registrant who declares until Wednesday, March 12, 2014 for any eligible as true any material matter pursuant to Section thousand dollars [$1,000].) CNS-2584042# The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- /s/ Elizabeth M. Lee candidate except the incumbent. rize the use in this state of a fictitious business 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a mis- This statement was filed with the County Clerk of name in violation of the rights of another under Alameda County on February 8, 2014. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT In the event there are no nominees or an insuf- federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 demeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one OF USE OF FICTITIOUS ficient number of nominees for such office and a thousand dollars [$1,000].) NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of et seq., Business and Professions Code). Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- BUSINESS NAME petition for an election is not filed within the time 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18/14 /s/ Hai Ying Liu File No. 454677 period prescribed by the Elections Code section This statement was filed with the County Clerk of ally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, The following person(s) has (have) abandoned 10515 and Education Code sections 5326 and CNS-2590892# Alameda County on February 11, 2014. the use of the fictitious business name: ESA 5328 (5:00 p.m. March 12, 2014), the supervis- NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Company, 40824 Townsend Terrace, Fremont, ing authority will make appointments to each FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Section 17920, a fictitious name statement gener- CA 94538 elective office. NAME STATEMENT ally expires at the end of five years from the date in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the The fictitious business name referred to above File No. 487768 on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, was filed in the County Clerk’s office on Aug./03/ The polls will be open between the hours of 7:00 Fictitious Business Name(s): except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed 2011 in the County of Alameda. a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. Choice One Realty and Investment, 111 Palacio 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change Hui Ying Hu Wong, 40824 Townsend Terrace, Ct., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- Fremont, CA 94538 Dated: February 11, 2014 Registrant(s): to section 17913 other than a change in the This business was conducted by: an individual Hyong C Yoo, 111 Palacio Ct., Fremont, CA residence address of a registered owner. A new rize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under S/ Hui Ying Hu Wong TIM DUPUIS 94539 fictitious business name statement must be filed This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County Registrar of Voters Business conducted by: an Individual before the expiration. federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Alameda County on January 15, 2014. 2/25/14 The registrant began to transact business using The filing of this statement does not of itself autho- 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25/14 the fictitious business name(s) listed above on rize the use in this state of a fictitious business 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11/14 CNS-2590203# N/A. name in violation of the rights of another under CNS-2583425#

continued from page 28 Hayward Police Log BART seeks comments on new Union City service to SUBMITTED BY Thursday, February 13 Oakland International Airport Police Log SGT. ERIC MELENDEZ, HAYWARD PD At 10:44 a.m., Officers are contacted re- mation from the victim. Officer garding a vehicle driving recklessly in the SUBMITTED BY BAY AREA RAPID TRANSIT Figueiredo searched the Mercedes Monday, February 10 area of Tennyson Rd and Calaroga Ave. An and found a loaded .32 caliber semi- At 11:30 a.m., arson occurred in the officer located the vehicle near Miami St BART invites the public to a series of outreach events to automatic pistol. Apparently, the area of Huntwood Ave and West Tennyson and Decatur Ave and observed a male and learn more about the extension to Oakland International Air- driver of the Mercedes decided to Road. An unknown suspect forced open a female struggling inside. As the officer port and provide comments on key service changes including: point his loaded firearm at the vic- locked utility box and set fire to the con- walked up to the vehicle the female inside Replacement of the current AirBART system tim after a verbal argument. The tents causing damage which shut down suddenly jumped out and the vehicle fled Fares driver of the Mercedes was arrested phone service in the area. from the scene. The female passenger tells Shorter wait times and identified as Charles Wittebort Tuesday, February 11 the officer that she had been kidnapped by Shorter travel times of Union City. Officers responded at 8:47 a.m. to a call her ex boyfriend in Oakland and driven to The dates and locations of these outreach events are as follows: Monday, February 17 of a suspicious person at a residence. When Hayward. A search for the vehicle was un- Monday, March 3 Officers were dispatched at 9:26 officers arrived and contacted the subject successful. The female victim was driven to 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. p.m. to contact two subjects that re- the subject fled. After a short pursuit the Oakland Police Department where investi- BART Coliseum Station Concourse and Oakland Interna- fused to pay their bill at the Chevy’s subject was stopped and was found to be in gators took over the case. tional Airport AirBART Pick up/Drop off Area restaurant. One of the subjects re- possession of stolen property from a recent A burglary to an occupied residence took Tuesday, March 4 portedly threatened to get a gun auto burglary and was arrested. place in the 27000 block of Le May Way at 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. from his vehicle and kill employees. At 7:02 p.m., an Officer assigned to 11:29 a.m. The suspect kicked in the front BART Coliseum Station Concourse and Oakland Interna- Arriving Officers contacted Nicholas downtown patrol observed a suspicious ve- door and began ransacking the residence. The tional Airport AirBART Pick up/Drop off Area Redd-Martinez of Tracy and An- hicle which he has stopped by other officers suspect fled when confronted by the victim. Thursday, March 6 thony Corrales of Union City. Both in the area of Grove Way and Locust St. Saturday, February 15 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. were intoxicated and arrested. No When officers approach the vehicle they ob- An officer observes a suspicious vehicle in BART Coliseum Station Concourse and Oakland Interna- firearms were located during the in- serve a handgun in plain view inside. The the area of Tampa Ave and Cheryl Ann Ct. at tional Airport AirBART Pick up/Drop off Area cident. driver and passengers are removed and a 10:30 a.m. The vehicle comes back as stolen Friday, March 7 Anyone with information on search of the vehicle recovers a large quan- and when the officer contacts the driver he 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. local crime or any of the listed inci- tity of narcotics and currency. flees from the vehicle. The officer chases and BART Coliseum Station Concourse and Oakland Interna- dents should contact the Investiga- Wednesday, February 12 captures the suspect a short distance away. tional Airport AirBART Pick up/Drop off Area tions Division at 510-675-5247. Officers were called to a school board Stolen property from an auto burglary is re- In addition, if you are unable to attend one of these outreach Those wishing to remain anony- meeting at 5:28 p.m. regarding a suspicious covered inside the stolen vehicle. events, you may still provide feedback by completing an online mous can contact the tips line by person with a weapon. When officers ar- If you have information to report that comment form, which will be available by February 24, at calling 510-675-5207 or email rived they contacted to male juveniles with could help lead to an arrest in this www.bart.gov/oac. [email protected]. replica firearms. Both males were arrested. crime/crime activity, please contact police. Page 30 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

Women’s Basketball Men’s Basketball Pioneer Women’s Basketball

East Bay Men SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM Out-Paced by Sizzling second half nets win over Stanislaus CSU Stanislaus Senior Brianna Terrance scored 23 second half points in lifting Cal State East Bay past Cal State Stanislaus 92-78 inside Pioneer Gymna- SUBMITTED BY sium February 21st. The Pioneers moved into a three-way tie for sixth STEVE CONNOLLY place in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) stand- ings and the final post-season tournament following the victory. “We The Cal State East Bay men’s showed life tonight. We played for each other, especially our seniors,” basketball team was defeated said East Bay Head Coach Suzy Barcomb. “We’ve been faced with so soundly by Cal State Stanislaus much adversity this year and tonight we pushed through our mistakes on February 21st, 92-61, in the to come away with a big win.” penultimate home game of the Terrance led a group of five Pioneers to score in double figures. season. The Warriors (15-8, 11-8 Stephanie Lopez had an efficient 21 points highlighted by a 5-for-7 CCAA) led from the opening shooting night and 10-for-12 effort at the free throw line. Danielle possession and never looked Peacon had her most impactful night since returning from an injury back. It’s the eighth straight loss contributing 15 points and six rebounds before fouling out of the for the Pioneers (7-18, 4-15 game. Tori Breshers was one board shy of a double-double with 11 CCAA). points and nine rebounds, to go along with four helpers. Michal Jarred Jourdan was East Bay’s Walker finished with 12 points, five rebounds, and four assists. leading scorer, notching 15 Contributions came from nearly every player that saw floor time points on 5-of-12 shooting to go tonight including senior Rachel Finnegan. While the shooters were hot with four rebounds. Freshman she distributed a season-high seven assists and led the team with three Aaron Cameron knocked down steals. Junior Sharissa Estremera made a clutch 3-point basket to push three long balls and finished with the Pioneers ahead for good near the midway point of the second half. 11 points, his second straight East Bay enjoys ‘Senior Night’ victory game scoring in double figures. Cal State East Bay played inspired ball during “Senior Night” on February 22nd in hopes of sending Brianna Terrance and Rachel Finnegan out with a victory in their final game inside Pioneer Gymna- sium. It will be a night to remember for the senior duo as the Pioneers Baseball outlasted Chico State 63-60 in a down to the wire finish. “We were running on fumes, but we kept fighting and stayed to- gether as a team. We played this entire weekend for our seniors,” said Pioneer East Bay Head Coach Suzy Barcomb. “We wanted to honor them and Baseball I think it gave us such an emotional lift to push us through the end for an incredibly important win.” SUBMITTED BY Terrance was honored during a timeout late in the second half after scoring her 1,000th career point for the Pioneers. She became the third STEVE CONNOLLY player in program history to join the club alongside Antoinette Goode Pioneers split with and Leah Thornton. Sonoma State “It is very fitting that Bri scored her 1,000 career point tonight on her home floor. It was a key basket to give us a cushion down the The Cal State East Bay base- stretch,” praised Barcomb. Her final two points came with 1:12 left in ball team scored five runs in the the second half to put the Pioneers ahead 58-53. bottom of the ninth inning to walk off with a dramatic 6-5 win over Sonoma State in the first Softball Kakela to put the game-tying run game of a doubleheader on Feb- in scoring position. Pinch hitter ruary 21st. The Pioneers (6-4) Pioneer Alex Vela’s clutch two-run double erased a 5-1 deficit with two put the Pioneers ahead as they walks and five singles in the ninth Softball looked to tack on more runs. The inning of game two to stun the Argonauts committed errors on Seawolves (4-4), who had led SUBMITTED BY back-to-back run scoring plays since the top of the first. SCOTT CHISHOLM after surrendering their lead. The teams split the double- Cassie Vela capped off the five header after Somona State out- Seventh Inning rally salvages run frame with an RBI single as lasted East Bay for a 3-2 victory split with Argonauts East Bay salvaged a split. in the second game. Both squads The seventh inning decided Softball suffers sweep to are 3-3 to begin California Colle- both games of Cal State East #13 Tritons giate Athletic Association Bay’s road doubleheader February (CCAA) play. 18th with Notre Dame de Cal State East Bay softball Pioneers lose both ends of Namur on Tuesday afternoon. dropped a pair of California Col- doubleheader The Argonauts walked off with a legiate Athletic Association The Cal State East Bay base- 1-0 game one win while the Pio- (CCAA) games to No. 13 ranked ball team suffered a pair of heart- neers rallied for five runs in game UC San Diego at Triton Softball breaking losses at Sonoma State two for a 7-4 come from behind Field on Friday, February 21st. on February 22nd, as the Sea- victory. East Bay pitcher Emily The Pioneers fell 4-0 in game one wolves swept the doubleheader Perlich and NDNU hurler Jenna and 12-9 in game two. and captured the California Col- Bassler were battling in a pitcher’s Cal State East Bay dropped legiate Athletic Association duel to open Tuesday’s action. 17-1 and 8-3 decisions on the (CCAA) series three games to Through six innings neither road to nationally ranked No. 13 one. Each of the four of the con- pitcher had surrendered a run UC San Diego on February tests was decided by a single run. and Bassler had held the Pioneers 22nd. The Pioneers scored in Game 1: Sonoma State 8, Cal to just three hits in the game. their opening team at-bat to take State East Bay 7 (10 Innings); Cal State East Bay defensive the lead in both games, but the Game 2: Sonoma State 2, Cal miscues turned a 2-1 lead into a Tritons offense put up 25 runs on State East Bay 1 3-2 deficit in the bottom of the the day and 41 over the four- sixth. Down to their final two game series. outs, Meli Sanchez and Chelsie

Women’s Water Polo keeper Marrina Nation made 11 stops for the second straight game. Pioneer Water Polo UC Davis concluded its weekend and the Aggie Shootout against the visiting Pioneers on Sunday af- SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM ternoon. Following a 6-on-5 goal from Hudyn to pull within 3-2 near the midway point of the first Pioneers drop Sunday games quarter, UCD scored nine unanswered goals to lead at Aggie Shootout 12-2 in the final minute of the third quarter. Hudyn CSUEB Women’s water polo took part in the again led the Pioneers with two scores. Allison Zell Aggie Shootout on Sunday, February 16th, hosted and Cross each scored once in the loss. by UC Davis. The Pioneers suffered its second one Pioneers Prevail Over Sunbirds goal defeat in as many games dropping a 7-6 deci- Cal State East Bay defeated Fresno Pacific for the sion to Bakersfield. CSUEB closed out its weekend second time this season with a 9-5 road win on Sat- falling 15-4 to No. 14 ranked UC Davis. urday, February 22nd. The Pioneers led 7-0 at half- Cal State East Bay nor Bakersfield led by time and goalkeeper Marrina Nation made 13 saves more than two goals in Sunday’s low scoring af- in the victory. “Our offensive movement today was fair. Sara Hudyn scored one of her team-high great. We came out very strong in the first quarter two goals on the team’s opening possession to which was great to see,” complimented East Bay FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at give Pioneers their only lead of the game. On the Head Coach Lisa Cooper of her team’s performance. the Alameda County Library Pioneers final possession Hudyn’s backhand from “Marrina had a very solid game including a massive Tell A Friend Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480 set barred out to force overtime. Teammates block on a penalty shot in the second quarter.” Sara Ka’iliponi McGee and Julia Charlesworth each Hudyn paced the offense with three goals on five at- scored fourth quarter goals to pull even with the tempts. Olivia Mackell and Allison Zell each scored Roadrunners. Taylor Cross and Breanna Ritter twice. Michelle Thornbury and Breanna Ritter each scored for Cal State East Bay. East Bay goal- round out Pioneer scorers. February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 31

Logan wrestlers end Men’s Basketball

Men’s Golf De La Salle reign; James Logan vs. Irvington girls win Moreau SUBMITTED BY CHRISTOPHER FORTENBERRY

Catholic vs. Logan 66, Irvington 50 Section title Arroyo February 21, 2014 SUBMITTED BY NEW HAVEN UNIFIED Logan (13 - 13, 10 - 4 MVAL) SCHOOL DISTRICT SUBMITTED BY Harris 2, Keyro 2, Schaper 17, Rodriguez 5, Barkolleh 1, DAVE BAPTIST Webster-Butler 5, Loza 4, Godfrey 15, Leno 15 Clayton Hartwell pinned his opponent in just 69 seconds and Total: 66 Jacob Donato won the clinching match in a 17-6 romp as the James Moreau Catholic 187, Arroyo Logan High School wrestling team won the North Coast Section dual 226 Irvington (7 - 19, 3 - 11 MVAL) team championship with a 34-22 victory over perennial champion February 20, 2014 HO 7, Kitazumi 6, Roe 2, Bajwoa 14, Para 3, Kochan 7, V. Cheng 3, De La Salle on Saturday, February 15th in San Ramon. Sheldon 7 Raymond Monela, Felix Bonavente, Jacob Macalolooy, Aman- 33 — Pranav Mohan (MC) Total: 50 deep Kang, Zack Wally, Eugene Roberson and Jose Zamora also won 35 — David Shafer (AR) their individual matches for Coach Eli Bagaoisan’s team, which ended 36 — Justin Herrera (MC) Logan 18 13 23 12 - 66 De La Salle’s five-year reign as NCS dual champions. The Mighty 37 — Alex Galano (MC) Irvington 14 7 13 16 - 50 Colts defeated Liberty High, 46-23, in the semifinal round after rout- 39 — Cobi Montes (MC) 3-pt goals: Schaper 3, Rodriguez 1, Ho 2, Kitazumi 2, Bajwoa 3, ing host Dougherty Valley, 63-9, in the quarterfinals. 42 — Omkar Salpekar (MC) Para 1, Kochan 2, V. Cheng 1. Logan’s girl’s team, meanwhile, won its second straight NCS 45 — Cole Wagner (AR) Foul Outs: NONE tournament championship, as four girls reached the finals and 48 — Cameron Parker (AR) Technical Fouls: Bajwoa three won individual titles as the section meet in Pittsburg. Logan 49 — Tyler Gunderson, Michael amassed 193.5 points to finish well ahead of runner-up Albany Hospitalier (AR) JV Logan (9 - 17, 6 – 8 MVAL) (158) and third-place Ukiah (141.5). Logan 67, Irvington 40 Logan’s Talissa Noriega won the 106-pound title, Wendy Ho earned the 116-pound title and Alyssa Hernandez finished first at Frosh Logan (13 - 13, 11 - 3 MVAL) 143 pounds, all pinning their final opponents. Haley Aguilar also Logan 60, Irvington 27 reached the finals, finishing second n the 111-pound division. All four qualified for the state championships Feb. 28 in Visalia.

Logan repeats as league champions

Wrestling Fourth-ranked in the state player in MVAL history to do for his weight class, Logan’s Do- this. The only other MVAL nato dominated his class; the players to do this were Victor SUBMITTED BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW biggest blow came when Pereira (Newark Memorial, PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW Logan’s 195-pound Clayton 2009-2012), Kirk Fitzpatrick Hartwell put the match out of (Logan, 1999-2002) and Mark reach. A big test comes in the Trice (Mission San Jose1985- February 22 North Coast Section Wrestling 1988). James Logan’s Colts are Mission Valley Championship at Athletic League (MVAL) champions… Newark Memorial High School Team scores: again. With strong performances in all at the end of February when James Logan 242.5, Mission weight classes, starting with Raymond the Colts will face the best of San Jose 120, Newark Memo- Monela who dominated the 106 weight Northern California. American rial 91, Washington 89.5, Irv- class with speed and power, the Colts set sophomore Jared Luty used ington 82, American 81, J.F. the tone for the tournament. In the early great speed to take his second Kennedy 66. stages of the match the Mission San Jose straight title in the 113 weight Warriors had hopes of giving the Colts a class. fight as Warriors Deion Sirwet moved into Wrestlers Jacob Donato and the semi-finals with an impressive per- Clayton Hartwell won their formance. Jonathan Lin beat Newark’s third straight MVAL titles And Marin Hess to also move into the semi- it was a very big day for Logan’s round of 132 weight class, but those hopes Jacob Macalolooy, in a class all quickly faded as numerous Colt wrestlers by himself as he took his fourth appeared in final rounds. straight first place title in the 138 weight class, just the fourth

Rising from the ashes

SUBMITTED BY PAT MAPELLI call it a tragedy is an understatement. By the end of the regular season, most of what was lost At the beginning of Monday’s training session, after had been replaced. The Saturday before their first regular season game – the fire, there was an emotional sense of loss. It was Through it all, the girls stayed focused on their game Saturday, December 14 - American’s girls varsity soccer talked about on campus throughout the day; a common while at the same time doing all they could to raise funds team (the ShEagles) had just celebrated a 3 -2 victory theme, “What are you going to do?” Both the Junior for their teams and future teams yet to come. The Junior over Castro Valley in a preseason game. Castro Valley is a Varsity and Varsity girls’ teams decided not to let this set Varsity team finished the league season in fourth place strong team and the ShEagles were on a high. Later that them back, rather bring them together and make them despite being the youngest team in Mission Valley Ath- evening, after all of the equipment had been safely stored stronger – which it did. letic League by far. The Varsity team finished the league in the equipment shed and the field had been locked up, With the help and guidance from their coaches, they season in second place and made the NCS playoffs for the Fremont Fire Department was dispatched to a fire on reached out to the community and local businesses for the third time in four years. This is a great example of the soccer field. Someone had intentionally set the girls assistance and raised money through the sale of licorice. how determined minds can overcome just about any ob- soccer equipment shed on fire. By the time the fire de- The community came through big time with individual stacle. You wouldn’t wish this situation upon anyone, yet partment arrived, the shed and all its contents were re- donations, and local businesses like Fremont Bank and the lessons learned are invaluable. duced to a pile of ash and molten plastic. Every training Cargill Salt stepped up to fill in the gaps. Generous do- Rising from the ashes like a Phoenix, the ShEagles soar tool, every ball, every training bib, corner flag, pug goals, nations were made by the Elks Lodge, Fremont Youth once again! Congratulations ShEagles – we are all proud etc. - including score board electronics had been lost. To Soccer Club, and another soccer club from the Midwest. of you. Page 32 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

10 lines/$10/ 10 Weeks $50/Year 510-494-1999 [email protected] Rotary Club of Niles Daughters of the American Business We meet Thursdays American Revolution Women’s Assoc. Shout out to your Payment is for one posting at 12:15 p.m. Ohlone Chapter Meet third Wed of each Month community only. Any change will be con- Visit our meetings. We have Washington Hospital West Networking 6:30pm sidered a new posting and activities promoting historic Our readers can post informa- 2500 Mowry Ave. Meeting begins 7pm incur a new fee. Conrad Anderson preservation, education & Polish your business skills tion including: Auditorium, Fremont patriotism 1st Sat of each mo. Fremont/Newark Hilton Hotel Activities The “NO” List: www.nilesrotary.org Sept - May - 10 am-12 p 39900 Balentine Drive, Newark Announcements • No commercial an- Centerville Presbyterian Church (510) 739-1000 www.ABWA.org,Dinner $28 For sale nouncements, services or 4360 Central Ave, Fremont Wendy Khoshnevis 510-657-7917 Garage sales sales Group meetings • No personal services Rotary Club of Fremont Lost and found (escort services, dating Friendship Force of KIWANIS CLUB We meet Wednesday For the extremely low cost services, etc.) at 12:15 p.m. San Francisco Bay Area OF FREMONT Experience a country and its of $10 for up to 10 weeks, • No sale items over $100 at Spin-a-Yarn Restuaruant We meet Tuesdays at your message will reach thou- culture with local hosts and 7:00 a.m. value 45915 Warm Springs Blvd. sands of friends and neighbors Fremont, 510-656-9141 promote global goodwill. Clubs Fremont/Newark Hilton • No automobile or in 56 countries. Visit Australia in every TUESDAY in the TCV Service through Fun 39900 Balentine Drive, Newark real estate sales Feb. Host French in Sept. printed version and continu- http://the/ fremontrotaryclub.org www.kiwanisfremont.org • No animal sales (non- Monthly programs & socials. Please come visit our club Contact Elise Balgley at ously online. profit humane organization www.ffsfba.org We wlecome new members (510) 693-4524 TCV has the right to reject adoptions accepted) www.thefriendshipforce.org any posting to the Commu- • No P.O. boxes unless Call 510-794-6844 or 793-0857 nity Bulletin Board. Payment physical address is verified must be received in advance. by TCV Dawn Breakers Fremont Cribbage Club Lions Club Afro-American Cultural & Our Motto is: WE SERVE Historical Society, Inc. teaches cribbage to new players & Fremont Area Writers Meetings: Third Saturday tournament cribbage to all Meetings -1st & 3rd Thursdays Want to write? 5:30pm in member homes players of any skill level every Tues. 6:45am-8am Meet other writers? Call: 510-793-8181 for location 6:15pm at Round Table Pizza El Patio Restaurant Join us from 2-4 p.m. Email: [email protected] 37480 Fremont Blvd., Centerville 37311 Fremont, Blvd., Fremont every fourth Saturday See web for Speical Events Email:[email protected] We welcome Men & Women except July and December. www.aachis.com Or call Tracy (510) 793-6472 with desire to serve our community Rm. 223 at DeVry University, We welcome all new members American Cribbage Congress 510-371-4065 for Free Brochure 6600 Dumbarton Circle, Fremont Celebrating 40th anniversary www.cribbage.org Call Carol at (510) 565-0619 www.cwc-fremontareawriters.org The League of Women NARFE Interested in Help with Math & Voters invites you to National Assoc of Active Portuguese Culture Reading visit our website at and Retired and Traditions? You can make a difference by www.lwvfnuc.org Federal Employees PFSA (Portuguese Fraternal helping Newark children with You'll find valuable information Meet 4th Friday of Month Society of America) Math and reading. If you can about your community and Fremont Senior Center Promotes youth scholarships, give one hour a week, you voter issues. Keep up to date & Central Park @ Noon community charities, and can give a life-long gift learn about our Tri-City area All current or retired Federal cultural events. All are welcome. of learning to a child. monthly programs. Our Employees are welcome. Contact 510-483-7676 Contact 510-797-2703 programs are non-partisan and Call Ellen 510-656-7973 www.mypfsa.org free to the public. [email protected]

The Union City Historical Hayward Demos AARP Newark Meetings Unity of Fremont Democratic Club Museum Holy Trinity Lutheran Newark Senior Center A Positive Path for Spiritual Living Church Monthly meetings-learn about 3841 Smith St. Union City 7401 Enterprise Drive., Newark 12:30 pm Sunday Service Caring, Sharing, Serving God current issues from experts, Open Thurs.-Sat 10am-4pm last Monday of each month 1351 Driscoll Rd 38801 Blacow Rd., Fremont speak with officials. Visit our Museum. You’ll find at 10:00 am. All seniors (50+) (at Christian Science Church), Sun Worship:8:45am 11:00am Annual special events such as valuable information about our are welcome to attend Fremont Child-care provided.Education Fall Festival, Pot-lucks and more community, past history and Contact 510-402-8318 510-797-5234 for all ages: 10:00am. Meetings open to all registered current happenings. http://aarp-newark-california- Nacho Sunday: First Sunday of Democrats. For information www.unioncitymuseum.com webs.com/ www.unityoffremont.org every month. (510)793-6285 www.haywarddemos.org Call Myrla 510-378-6376 “The Church of the Daily Word” www.holytrinityfremont.org

Bring Your Heart Tri-City Volunteers EXPERIENCE OUR NEW to Hospice Food Bank SACRED SPACE Messiah Lutheran Church Hold a hand, lend Invigorate your spirit & Come be inspired by our newly Church Service - Sunday 10 a.m. an ear, be a hospice volunteer. Drop ins welcome remodeled sanctuary & cele- Bible Study - Sunday 9 a.m. volunteer. Mon - Fri. Work off your brate its rededication. No Sunday School 2nd & 4th charge on 1/11/14 at 7pm for Vitas Innovative Hospice Care Traffic violation by giving back Sunday each month @ 11:15am havdallah & party. Ages 21 & Call Alicia Schwemer at to the community in need. and community events up, cocktail attire suggested. 408/964/6800 or Students 14 years & 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward Family oriented celebration Visit Vitas.com/Volunteers older welcome. Phone: (510) 782-6727 Email Erin: ewright@tri-Cityvol- 1/12/14 at 9:30. www.MessiahHayward.org unteer.org For more details: 510-656-7141 www.bethtorah-fremont.org SparkPoint Financial Services Troubled by someone’s Celebrate Recovery FREE financial services and drinking? Help is Here! FREMONT UNIFIED Free yourself from any hurt, Create & Design coaching for low-income people who Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups SCHOOL DISTRICT hang-up or habit Websites At want to improve their finances. A no cost program of support OFFERS CHINESE Join us at Ohlone College SparkPoint Info Session for people suffering from effects IMMERSION 33450 9th street Enroll in CS 162:HTML5 3rd Thursday, 6-7pm of alcoholism in a friend or K THRU 6TH GRADE Union City This class starts on Wed. 1/29/14 City of Fremont loved one. Call 276-2270 for Immerse your child in Thursdays 7pm -9pm in the Fremont Campus, room Family Resource Center meeting information Mandarin with a diverse group or call anytime HH-117, 6:30-9:30pm To reserve a seat: 574-2020 email: [email protected] of students. The benefits of a 510-586-5747 or Contact 510-659-6080 Fremont.gov/SparkPointFRC www/ncwsa.org dual language will last a lifetime. 510-520-2769 510-402-8318 You are not alone. https://webadvisor.ohlone.edu Call 24/7 (510) 857-1038

SAVE (Safe Alternatives to MENTAL ILLNESS SAVE (Safe Alternatives to 50th Year Class Reunion Tri-City Ecology Center Violent Environments) SUPPORT Violent Environments) Washington High School Your local environmental leader! FREE Restraining Order Free courses and presentations Domestic Violence Support Class of 64’ & Friends Eco-Grants available to Clinic (Domestic Violence) in Alameda County Group (Drop In & FREE) September 26 & 27, 2014 Residents & Organizations of the Tues. Hayward Police 1-4 pm for caregivers of someone with Tuesday & Thursday at Spin A Yarn Steakhouse,Fremont Tri-City area working on Wed. Fremont Police 9 am - 1 pm a serious mental illness 1900 Mowry (4th floor in the Contact Joan Martin Graham Environmental projects. Thurs. San Leandro Police 9 am - noon and those with a mental illness. conference room) 6:45-8:45 pm & [email protected] www.tricityecology.org Office (510) 574-2250 For more information,call Friday 9:15-11:00 am. Office open Thursdays, 11am-2pm 24/7 Hotline (510) 794-6055 (510)969-MIS9 (6479) or 510574-2262 3375 Country Dr., Fremont Hotline 510-794-6055 www.save-dv.org email to [email protected] www.NAMIacs.org 510-783-6222

New DimensionChorus FREE AIRPLANE RIDES Maitri Immigration Little Lamb Preschool Program Men’s 4 Part Vocal Open House FOR KIDS AGES 8-17 Harmony In the Young Eagles Free Assistance and Referrals Saturday, March 15 for Domestic Violence Survivors. “Barbershop” style 1pm-4pm. Hayward Airport Thursdays at 7pm various Saturdays Provide Services in Hindi, Drop in and visit the class rooms Punjabi, Bangla, Tamil and Calvary Luther Church ad meet the teachers. www.vaa29.org 12500 Via Magdelena Please call with questions many other South Registration information Asian languages. SanLorenzo will be available. (510) 703-1466 Contact: [email protected] [email protected] Crisis line: 888-8-Maitri Free ice cream sundaes. Please call for screening. 510-332-2489 Everyone invited!

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Candidate’s Forum American Cancer Society Help with Home Repairs Congressional District 17 Berryessa-North San Jose from Alameda County Democratic Club Relay for Life of Fremont Senate District 10 No cost or favorable, low inter- Meet 3rd Thursday www.relayforlife.org/fremontca February 1st at Berryess Branch est loans are available for home 7pm-9pm Honoring cancer survivors, pro- of SJ Public Library remodeling for qualified home- Berryessa Denny’s moting healthy living & raising 6pm-8pm owners in Fremont, Union City, For more info money to help end cancer. Sponsored by the Berryessa Sunol and Newark. Call [email protected] Meetings 6:30pm 3rd Tuesday North San Jose Democratic (510)670-5399 for an applica- or see our Facebook page at Anderson Auditorium Club. For more info Washington West, 2500 Mowry tion and more information. [email protected] [email protected] http://www.acgov.org/cda/nps/

Docents Needed Sport’s Card Show Spaghetti & Mission San Jose High Museum of Local History Saturday, April 12 Meatball Feed Booster Club 190 Anza Street, Fremont 10am-4pm Sat. March 15 Annual Crab & Pasta Feed-All Learn about Fremont’s local Hayward Veterans Bldg. 4:00pm - 8:00pm you can Eat - Public Invited history Docent training first Sat. 22737 Main St., Hayward Silent Auction, Rafffle, Giveways Sat. March 8 6pm-10pm each month Beginning March - The American Legion Group price available. Family Mission SJ High Main Gym 10 am -12noon If you want to take part call Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 41717 Palm Ave., Fremont Call Patricia Schaffarczyk Edward Castillo 510-348-7771 38801 Blacow Rd.,Fremont Tickets $45 510-677-8461 email: [email protected] 510-793-6285 [email protected] [email protected] www.holytrinityfremont.org Proceeds: Athletics, & Arts City of Union City honored with awards of excellence

UCLS Administrative Assistant Johanna Ota (L) and UCLS Recreation Coordinator Maynard Estrellado with their 2013 CPRS Agency Showcase Award for Outstanding Special Event.

SUBMITTED BY CHRIS VALUCKAS

On Thursday, February 13, Union City Leisure Services held its first ever “Special Needs Valentine’s Day Social” at the Kennedy Center and it was a huge success! Over 175 participants enjoyed pizza, snacks, a live DJ and dancing, Karaoke and other fun recreational activities throughout the day. Thank you to all of our wonderful participants, teachers, care providers, parents and City staff for making it all possible.

Cougar powerhouse dominates Eagles

2013 CPRS Volunteer of the Year winner John Haley (L) with Union City Public Works Supervisor Nelson Kirk.

SUBMITTED BY CHRIS VALUCKAS

The California Parks and Recreation Society (CPRS) – District 3 (which covers both Alameda and Contra Costa counties) honored the City of Union City with two awards of excellence at their annual awards luncheon. The awards were held at the Officers Club in Alameda on Thursday, February 20. The 2013 Outstanding Volunteer in Parks and Recreation award was presented to Union City Community Garden Coordinator John Haley for all of his outstanding work coordinating Union City’s Com- munity Garden for the past 15 years. Union City Leisure Services’ “The Running Dead” 5k/10K Fun Run was honored with the 2013 Agency Showcase Award – Outstand- ing Special Event. Union City Leisure Services also teamed up with the American Diabetes Association to organize this event to help raise the awareness of diabetes in the Union City community. Congratulations to the winners! Olive Hyde offers scholarships SUBMITTED BY DIANE LEYS

Olive Hyde Art Guild, a volunteer non-profit organization, is offer- ing three scholarships for the study of art. To apply, you must be a Fre- mont high school senior, a Fremont resident, and have plans to include some visual arts classes at an accredited college or university. The three non-renewable scholarships awarded will be based on artistic merit, not financial need. First place will receive $2,000. Two honorable mentions of $1,000 each will also be given. All of the awards will be sent to the Financial Aid Office of the school the recipient is planning SUBMITTED BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW to attend. In addition, the high school art teacher of the first place stu- dent will receive $500 for classroom art supplies. PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW Finalists’ art work will be exhibited to the public and awards will be presented during a reception at the Olive Hyde Art Gallery, 123 Washing- The Newark Memorial Cougars put on a impressive all-around performance on Friday, February ton Blvd., Fremont, on Friday, May 9, 2014 from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 21st, beating the American Eagles 77-43. Cougar defense took control of the game from the start, The application deadline is March 29, 2014. Application forms are closing shooting lanes and forcing the Eagles into low percentage shots from outside the paint. On available through career centers and art instructors at the Fremont high the flip side, the Cougars appeared to penetrate the Eagle defense at will, using superior speed and schools, at the City of Fremont Recreation Dept., and on the Olive Hyde scoring inside and outside the paint. There was little doubt about the outcome as the Newark Me- Art Guild website: www.olivehydeartguild.org/scholarships/ morial Cougars dominated this game. Page 34 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

Do you like to write about interesting topics? Are you a whiz with words and like to share your thoughts with others? Can you find something fascinating about lots of things around you? If so, maybe writing for the Tri-City Voice is in your future. We are looking for disciplined writers and re- porters who will accept an assignment and weave an interesting and accurate story that readers will enjoy. Are you Applicants must be proficient in the English language (spelling and grammar) and possess the ability to work within deadlines. a writer? If you are interested, submit a writing sample of at least 500 words along with a resume to [email protected] or fax to (510) 796-2462. February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 35 Government Briefs City Council summaries do not include all business transacted at the noted meetings. These outlines represent selected topics and actions. For a full description of agendas, decisions and discussion, please consult the website of the city of interest: Fremont (www.fremont.gov), Hayward (www.hayward-ca.gov), Milpitas (www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov), Newark (www.ci.newark.ca.us), Union City (www.ci.union-city.ca.us).

Fremont City Council TAKES FROM SILICON VALLEY EAST City Council/Public Agency February 18, 2014 MEETINGS Readers are advised to check Work Session (Councilmember Raj Salwan – recuse) websites for special meetings, Warm Springs Community Plan – Introduction by Community cancellations, minutes, agendas Development Director Jeff Schwob, “A plan of what could be.” Dis- and webcasts cussed organizing principles developing within a cooperation agree- ment between City of Fremont, Fremont Unified School District, Property Owners, BART and Union Pacific RR. A “Vision Plan” will All Grown Up! CITY COUNCILS incorporate land use, site & building design, transportation and public Fremont City Council space. Public review is envisioned through a draft community plan and Pacific Commons 1st/2nd/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. public hearings at the end of March/mid-April. Points of discussion City Hall, Bldg A from Council centered on the definition of “urbanism,” affordable 3300 Capitol Ave., Fremont Transitions under (510) 284-4000 housing, inclusion, placemaking, green technology, training facility, www.fremont.gov transit and parking. The Community Plan is available for review at: www.fremont.gov under “Our Community” and “Projects.” new Management Hayward City Council Consent: 1st/3rd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. hen word broke in De- Vestar’s approach to adapting City Hall, second floor Accept and appropriate $110,000 of Metropolitan Medical Re- 777 B Street, Hayward sponse Systems and CERT grant funds from Alameda County. cember that Catellus to this ever-evolving industry? (510) 583-4000 Approve summary vacation of emergency vehicle access easement at Development had sold www.ci.hayward.ca.us W Pacific Commons Blvd. and Bunche Drive. Pacific Commons to Chicago- A: With the emergence of e- based investor Heitman, it was big commerce, it is critical that we Milpitas City Council Approve minor alterations of land use limitations in accordance 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7 p.m. with California Environmental Quality Act. news. (Big, as in the largest retail provide “a special shopping expe- 455 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas Approve land use amendment to facilitate development of sporting transaction in 2013!) Most heart- rience” for consumers when visit- (408) 586-3001 ening to us was the fact that there ing our Centers. Whether it is the www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov goods, retail and eating establishments at Pacific Commons. Public Communications: was significant competition to pur- latest brands and concepts, Newark City Council Request to consider climate change at a future meeting chase the asset because of its repu- unique gathering places, enter- 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:30 p.m. Olive Hyde Art Guild reminds public of national watercolor ex- tation as a high-performing retail tainment and events or a special City Hall, 6th Floor powerhouse. Heitman wasted no place to bring your family for the 37101 Newark Blvd., Newark hibit at Olive Hyde Gallery (510) 578-4266 time in upping the ante for this afternoon, our Centers are oper- www.ci.newark.ca.us Other Business: premier asset, hiring Vestar for ated to the highest standards to Adopt a resolution approving Alameda County 2014 Transporta- property management and opening provide a comfortable, inviting San Leandro City Council an on-site office this month. As the and appealing atmosphere. Our 1st/3rd Monday @ 7 p.m. tion Expenditure Plan to be placed on ballot November 4, 2014. This 835 East 14th St., San Leandro time around, the plan sunsets in 30 years. new ‘face’ of Pacific Commons, we goal is to bring a mix of retailers (510) 577-3366 Scheduled Item: asked Vestar General Manager Jen- together that complement each www.sanleandro.org Approve medical marijuana cultivation zoning text amendment to nifer Duarte to share her thoughts other in an environment that is on their plans for the center. inviting to our community. Union City City Council ban outdoor cultivation and restrict indoor cultivation to locations un- 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 7 p.m. observable by neighbors. City Hall Q: What was it about Pacific Q: What are your specific 34009 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City Mayor Bill Harrison Aye Commons that attracted Heit- plans for Pacific Commons? (510) 471-3232 man/Vestar to this opportunity? Lots of change or subtle adjust- www.ci.union-city.ca.us Vice Mayor Vinnie Bacon Aye Anu Natarajan Aye ments? WATER/SEWER Suzanne Lee Chan Aye A: Pacific Commons is an all Raj Salwan Aye (work session recusal) around strong retail center and A: Both! You will see big Alameda County Water District solid long-term investment. The changes in our branding, messag- 2nd Thursday @ 6:00 p.m. Center is a dominant, regional re- ing and communication with our 43885 S. Grimmer Blvd., Fremont tail project in the Bay area. It has customers at Pacific Commons. (510) 668-4200 a one-time increase of $5,010 for www.acwd.org Milpitas City a great line-up of leading anchor We will be launching a compre- state-required tests. tenants with an excellent tenant hensive marketing, advertising Council Meeting Reports of Officers East Bay Municipal Utility District mix of retailers and restaurants. and event program in the next 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 1:15 p.m. Consider vote to remove com- With this premier location and few months. This will include 375 11th St., Oakland February 18, 14 munity advisory commissioner (866) 403-2683 affluent demographics, all within providing special offers from our Jennifer Lind. (3 ayes, 2 nays— www.ebmud.com the heart of Silicon Valley, Pacific retailers and restaurants, hosting Presentation Giordano-Indihar and Gomez) Commons is a very attractive community charity events and Santa Clara Valley Water District The Barbara Lee Senior Cen- Discuss requiring public art Center to own and manage. adding a weekly farmer’s market. 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m. ter Calligraphy Group presented requirement and in-lieu fee for 5700 Almaden Expwy., San Jose We will be making more subtle an art piece to the City in honor private developments. (408) 265-2607, ext. 2277 Q: What are the most im- changes in the physical aspect of www.valleywater.org of Milpitas’ 60th anniversary. New Business portant things for people to Pacific Commons including the Consent Accept the 2013 Bulletproof Union Sanitary District know about Vestar’s manage- creation of some “special places” Waive the second reading and Vest Partnership Grant and ap- 2nd/4th Monday @ 7:00 p.m. ment philosophy? where you can relax, hang out, and adopt ordinance to create guide- propriate funds in the amount of 5072 Benson Rd., Union City enjoy the scenery with friends, (510) 477-7503 lines for citywide freeway corri- $4836 into police department’s A: Vestar’s philosophy is sim- family and the community. www.unionsanitary.com dor overlay, amending the zoning operating budget. ple – “create a sense of place and map for Pacific Mall and Hotel Reaffirm commitment to co- SCHOOL DISTRICTS value for the long-term”. This Q: How do you envision The project. sponsor Chamber of Commerce philosophy is the cornerstone of Block relating to the rest of the Adopt resolution granting ini- BBQ event scheduled for May 31 Castro Valley Unified School Board our success with our projects, our center? 2nd/4th Thursday @ 7:00 p.m. tial acceptance of Street Resurfac- and June 1. Fiscal impact will people, investors and tenants. 4400 Alma Ave., Castro Valley ing Project 2014. Reduce amount to just over $14,000 (510) 537-3000 With a reputation for integrity A: The Block is a unique des- performance bond to $189,870. mostly in waivers. www.cv.k12.ca.us and responsibility, we make a tination within Pacific Com- Approve amendment to agree- Bid and Agreement positive long-term improvement mons. It has more of a lifestyle Fremont Unified School Board ment with ACCO Engineered Authorize bid proposals and to every project we own and center feel with colored LED 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. Systems in a not-to-exceed approve plans for 2014 road reha- 4210 Technology Dr., Fremont manage. We intend to do that at lights, palm trees, outdoor din- amount of $34,000 bringing the bilitation. (510) 657-2350 Pacific Commons – through ing, and storefront parking. With www.fremont.k12.ca.us agreement to a total of $238,854. Approve amendment to agree- strengthening the tenant mix, restaurants such as The Habit, Approve amendment extend- ment with Dr. Howard Michaels to creating special places throughout Krispy Kreme, Which Wich and Hayward Unified School Board ing agreement with Dr. Howard provide services as Medical Direc- 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m. the project and bringing the com- Blaze Pizza (coming soon!) in Michaels to provide medical serv- tor for the Milpitas Fire Depart- 24411 Amador Street, Hayward munity into the Center through conjunction with the Century (510) 784-2600 ices to Milpitas Fire Department ment through December 31, 2015. www.husd.k12.ca.us for a not-to-exceed amount of partnerships, charity events and Theatre; this is an ideal area to go entertainment. on “date night” or spend time $31,500. Mayor José Esteves: Aye Milpitas Unified School Board We want to continue to grow with your family and friends. We Approve amendment to agree- Vice-Mayor Althea Polanski: Aye 2nd/4th Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m. Pacific Commons as the commu- are excited to announce that 1331 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas ment with Frank Szeto for senior Debbie Giordano-Indihar: 6 nity’s first choice as the destina- Dick’s Sporting Goods will soon www.musd.org nutrition services in the amount ayes, 1 nay (406) 635-2600 ext. 6013 tion for shopping, dining, be joining other strong retailers of $12,300. Armando Gomez Jr.: 6 ayes, socializing and entertainment. in this area such as Ulta Cosmet- Approve amendment to the 1 nay New Haven Unified School Board ics and Men’s Wearhouse. We are 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m. agreement with ThyssenKrypp el- Carmen Montano: Aye 34200 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City evator platinum maintenance for Q: Retail has changed a lot looking forward to their opening (510) 471-1100 in the last several years. What is near the end of the year. www.nhusd.k12.ca.us

San Leandro Unified School Board 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m. 835 E. 14th St., San Leandro (510) 667-3500 Fremont b2B Procurement and www.sanleandro.k12.ca.us

San Lorenzo Unified School Board Contracting Fair 1st/3rd Tuesday @ 7:30 p.m. 15510 Usher St., San Lorenzo SUBMITTED BY AARON GOLDSMITH (510) 317-4600 Procurement and Contracting Fair www.slzusd.org The b2B Procurement and Contracting Fair on Friday, Feb- Friday, Feb 28 Sunol Glen Unified School Board ruary 28, will bring together public entities and large, private 9 a.m. – 12 noon 2nd Tuesday @ 5:30 p.m. companies to meet with small businesses in Fremont. If you are Fremont Main Library, Fukaya Room 11601 Main Street, Sunol a small business looking to break into the supply chain of a 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (925) 862-2026 larger company, this is a chance to meet directly with purchas- (510) 795-2244 www.sunol.k12.ca.us ing and procurement professionals from large companies and [email protected] public agencies. Free During the fair, a panel discussion featuring procurement professionals and government certification experts will take place from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Page 36 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

HOME SALES REPORT Fremont sailor competes for

CASTRO VALLEY | TOTAL SALES: 05 Sailor of the Year Highest $: 793,000 Median $: 605,000 Lowest $: 385,000 Average $: 589,600 SUBMITTED BY SPECIALIST 2ND PAC squadrons and shore com- Master-at Arms and Assistant An- ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED CLASS KAROLINA OSEGUERA mands. titerrorism/Force Protection Offi- 3741 Cottage Court 94546 385,000 3 1350 1957 01-17-14 The events of the week honor cer aboard USS Paul Hamilton 19448 Garrison Avenue 94546 455,000 3 1299 1961 01-22-14 each finalist for their contribu- (DDG 60). Petty Officer Cuevas 19071 Santa Maria Avenue 94546 605,000 4 1584 1950 01-17-14 The staff of Naval Surface 6776 Crow Canyon Road 94552 710,000 3 2044 - 01-17-14 Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (SURF- tions to their commands and was named a finalist for the 2013 5371 Crown Court 94552 793,000 4 1834 1960 01-21-14 PAC) welcomed seven Sailors and local communities while evaluat- Sailor of the Year. ing their military bearing, profes- The Sailor of the Year pro- FREMONT their spouses for the annual Sea | TOTAL SALES: 19 sional performance and gram was established in 1972 by Highest $: 1,275,000 Median $: 652,500 and Shore Sailor of the Year Lowest $: 335,000 Average $: 670,789 (SOY) Week in San Diego, Feb- leadership skills as they compete Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED ruary 9 - 14. for the SOY title. Elmo Zumwalt and Master Chief 404 Boulder Terrace 94536 548,000 3 1314 2008 01-17-14 Each year, the SURFPAC Among those nominated is Petty Officer of the Navy John 35602 Brookvale Court 94536 789,000 5 2537 1970 01-17-14 SOY Program recognizes Sailors Petty Officer 1st Class Raymond Whittet to recognize an individ- 36161 Carnation Way 94536 721,000 3 1727 1957 01-22-14 who best represent the large Cuevas, from Fremont, who has ual who best represented each 4686 Eggers Drive 94536 842,000 2 2084 1954 01-22-14 number of superior and dedi- been in the navy for 12 years and command and ultimately the en- 4445 Richmond Avenue 94536 653,000 4 1344 1961 01-17-14 cated professionals within SURF- is currently serving as Command tire Navy. 37309 Sequoia Road 94536 335,000 2 840 1986 01-17-14 38513 Thane Street 94536 360,000 3 1064 1955 01-17-14 38731 Tierra Street 94536 760,000 3 1762 1977 01-17-14 40391 Davis Street 94538 511,000 3 925 1955 01-17-14 4778 Griffith Avenue 94538 633,000 4 1874 1962 01-17-14 4366 Hardwood Street 94538 629,000 3 1093 1959 01-21-14 39369 Ide Court 94538 630,000 4 1792 1961 01-17-14 5614 Impatiens Common 94538 366,000 2 850 1994 01-17-14 42975 Isle Royal Street 94538 662,500 4 1736 1962 01-17-14 1061 Casa Marcia Place 94539 1,125,000 4 1956 1970 01-17-14 46774 Fernald Street 94539 548,000 3 1271 1981 01-17-14 48917 Tulare Drive 94539 1,275,000 4 2049 1991 01-21-14 34636 Creekwood Terrace 94555 705,000 4 1863 1987 01-22-14 34104 Pavia Terrace 94555 652,500 3 1481 2007 01-22-14 SUBMITTED BY ALAMEDA COUNTY LIBRARY will come together to make one larger artwork that tells the story of the Centerville Library. We plan to HAYWARD | TOTAL SALES: 18 In honor of Art IS Education month in March, Highest $: 640,000 Median $: 400,000 Alameda County Library is presenting a series of permanently display the finished project in the Lowest $: 216,500 Average $: 392,222 150 free art events for children and families at all Children’s area of the library.” ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED Alameda County Library locations, including the Patrons can participate during open hours on Tues- 22516 Byron Street 94541 405,000 2 880 1946 01-22-14 bookmobile. The Alameda County Arts Commis- days, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 6 1389 C Street #4 94541 320,000 3 1350 1989 01-17-14 22579 Colton Court 94541 216,500 2 1080 1987 01-17-14 260 Flint Court #4 94541 246,000 2 1010 1991 01-22-14 23058 Palazzo Del Kayla 94541 640,000 4 2182 2007 01-22-14 3262 Ridge Crest Court 94541 400,000 3 2162 1973 01-21-14 21930 Western Boulevard 94541 365,000 3 1755 1941 01-22-14 632 Celia Street 94544 425,000 4 1224 1955 01-22-14 26655 Colette Street 94544 401,000 4 1863 1950 01-17-14 27182 Gading Road 94544 443,500 3 1140 1957 01-22-14 665 Garin Avenue 94544 412,000 3 1408 1958 01-22-14 26645 Joshua Street 94544 445,000 4 1380 1981 01-17-14 27085 Lemay Way 94544 395,000 3 1474 1957 01-21-14 27935 Mandarin Avenue 94544 277,500 4 1264 1954 01-22-14 28837 Tucker Street 94544 400,000 4 1866 1999 01-22-14 26555 Underwood Avenue 94544 340,000 4 1446 1952 01-17-14 1030 Avondale Lane 94545 450,000 3 1312 1958 01-17-14 1456 Southgate Street 94545 478,500 3 1276 1957 01-22-14

MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 10 Highest $: 928,000 Median $: 621,000 Lowest $: 270,000 Average $: 627,000 843 Alisal Court 95035 735,000 3 1778 1984 01-27-14 1655 Arizona Avenue 95035 621,000 3 1584 1958 01-28-14 914 Berryessa Street 95035 560,000 3 1277 1960 01-22-14 444 Dempsey Road #144 95035 270,000 1 676 2007 01-28-14 183 Douglas Court 95035 928,000 3 2247 1999 01-28-14 1434 Lassen Avenue 95035 599,000 3 1484 1963 01-22-14 566 Manzano Street 95035 645,000 4 1234 1977 01-22-14 1190 Mente Linda Loop 95035 707,000 3 1810 2006 01-28-14 1254 Mente Linda Loop 95035 555,000 2 1371 2006 01-24-14 503 Old Evans Road 95035 650,000 3 1296 1978 01-23-14

NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 03 Highest $: 560,000 Median $: 368,000 Lowest $: 343,000 Average $: 423,667 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED 39931 Cedar Boulevard #201 94560 343,000 2 1071 1985 01-17-14 39996 Parada Street 94560 560,000 2 1388 1995 01-21-14 6189 Thornton Avenue 94560 368,000 3 1330 1987 01-22-14

SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES: 06 Highest $: 11,050,000 Median $: 355,000 Lowest $: 176,000 Average $: 2,116,667 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED sion has partnered with the Alameda County Office p.m., and all materials will be provided. (The library 695 Joaquin Avenue 94577 453,000 2 1204 1940 01-22-14 of Education since 1990 to present this annual cele- can use donations of plain white paper, marker pens, 2077 Washington Avenue #20794577 176,000 1 726 1984 01-21-14 bration of youth arts education in Alameda County and crayons or color pencils for this project.) 1210 147th Avenue 94578 366,000 2 1365 1942 01-17-14 each March during national Arts Education Month. Library activities for Art IS Education month in- 1601 165th Avenue 94578 11,050,000 - - - 01-17-14 This year’s theme is “Tell Your Story!” Join the fun clude photography classes, preschool crafts, family 1067 Adason Drive 94578 300,000 3 1129 1946 01-17-14 at the events, enjoy creative activities for the whole workshops, film screenings, storytimes, watercolor 1223 Butler Avenue 94579 355,000 3 1261 1951 01-17-14 family, and explore the wonderful world of stories workshops, journaling and writing workshops and SUNOL | TOTAL SALES: 02 through art! more. In honor of Art IS Education, there will be an Highest $: 150,000 Median $: 150,000 One of the programs being offered is the Quarter exhibit of art work created by Library staff at the Fre- Lowest $: 150,000 Average $: 150,000 ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED Circle Paper Quilt project, a collaborative art proj- mont Main Library. All ages will be able to enjoy the 2373 Kilkare Road 94586 150,000 2 1410 1931 01-17-14 ect open to Centerville Library patrons of all ages creativity displayed on the walls and in display cases. throughout the month of March. This year’s project Call your local branch to learn more or visit on- UNION CITY | TOTAL SALES: 04 line at www.aclibrary.org for a full schedule of Highest $: 781,000 Median $: 605,000 is meant to encourage patrons of all ages to come Lowest $: 275,000 Average $: 592,500 together and tell their stories through art. “My hope events. ADDRESS ZIP SOLD FOR BDS SQFT BUILT CLOSED is that patrons will create a unique piece of art that 33451 5th Street 94587 605,000 6 1872 1937 01-17-14 represents something about themselves by using Art IS Education 33104 9th Street 94587 275,000 1 755 1948 01-17-14 their favorite colors, books, characters, places, or Throughout March 4227 Cambridge Way 94587 709,000 4 2087 1998 01-21-14 anything else unique to them,” says Centerville’s Alameda County Libraries 33021 Korbel Street 94587 781,000 4 2545 1984 01-22-14 Children’s Librarian Elizabeth Gamell. “When the www.aclibrary.org project is completed all of the individual art pieces www.acgov.org/arts/ Gasoline and diesel fuel tax data Released for Third Quarter 2013

SUBMITTED BY BRIAN MILLER price of gasoline was $3.99 per gallon in California during from the average price of $4.20 in the third quarter of the third quarter, which is a six cent decrease from the av- 2012, while the nationwide average price of diesel fuel was California’s gasoline consumption increased 0.9 per- erage price of $4.05 per gallon in the third quarter of $3.87. The BOE estimates statewide diesel fuel tax-related cent, while diesel consumption increased 4.0 percent in 2012. Nationally the average price of gasoline in the third revenues for the third quarter of 2013 are $251 million in the third quarter of 2013, according to fuel tax data re- quarter was $3.64, according to the Energy Information sales taxes and $82 million in excise tax. leased by Betty T. Yee, First District Member of the Cali- Administration. The BOE estimates statewide gasoline For the most recent figures from BOE, visit Fuel Taxes fornia State Board of Equalization (BOE). tax-related revenues for the third quarter of 2013 are $422 Statistics and Reports: “Although the third quarter saw a small increase in million in sales taxes and $1.5 billion in excise taxes. www.boe.ca.gov/sptaxprog/spftrpts.htm. consumption, long term trends show a continuing, mod- The BOE’s state taxable diesel gallons report shows The five-member California State Board of Equaliza- est decline in gasoline consumption.” California’s diesel fuel consumption increased 4.0 percent tion (BOE) is a publicly elected tax board. For more infor- The BOE’s state taxable gasoline gallons report reveals in the third quarter to 705 million gallons, compared to mation on other taxes and fees in California, visit Californians consumed 3.71 billion gallons of gasoline in 678 million gallons during the third quarter of last year. www.taxes.ca.gov. the third quarter, a 0.9 percent increase from 3.68 billion In California, the average price of diesel fuel in the third gallons used in the third quarter of last year. The average quarter was $4.06 per gallon, which is a 14 cent decrease February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 37

www.aclibrary.org Art IS Education month.

SALLIE PINE books. All ages welcome, and all ma- teacher Christine Kita. Make sure Tuesday, March 18 through art about what makes your terials provided. Registration begins you wear clothes that you don’t Mosaics family special and what you love MANAGER, FREMONT LIBRARIES Saturday, March 8 at 10 am. mind getting messy. Space is limited, 3:30 - 4:15 pm about your community. All ages so a ticket is required to attend. Express your creativity by making a welcome, and all materials will be For the month of March, Sunday, March 16 Free tickets will be handed out 30 beautiful mosaic! This free program is provided. Alameda County libraries and the Photography Class minutes prior to the class start for children ages 5 and up. Space is Alameda County Department of Ed- 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. time. All materials will be provided. limited, so please arrive a little early. Saturday, March 22 ucation celebrate Art IS Education Make finishing touches on your Creative Creatures! Workshop month. This year’s theme is Tell Your photos with a computer; adults Thursday, March 13 Tuesday, March 25 2:30 - 4 pm Story, a great one for both art and li- and teens. Kids’ Book Club Tell Your Story! Family Tweens and teens use sewing, sta- braries. All Tri-City libraries are hav- 4:30 - 5:30 pm Workshop ples and glue to make a small ing events. Many are aimed at Thursday, March 20 The Centerville Library’s Kids’ Book 3 - 5 pm stuffed creature to attach to your children, but there are events for Sanskrit Fables Club is for kids in fourth through Draw colorful hands and creating backpack. All materials provided. adults and teens as well. Here is a 12 Noon - 1 p.m. sixth grade. The book club meets the miniature books. Join us to tell your Ages 10 and up. partial listing, by branch, of the Author/translator second Thursday of the month from story through art about what you events going on in Fremont, Newark Sunita Parasuraman October through June. The book se- love about your family and commu- and Union City. lection for March is Extra Credit by nity. All ages welcome, and all mate- Union City Library Saturday, March 22 Andrew Clements. Each participant rials will be provided. 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Fremont Main Library Creative Creatures! Workshop will create a biographical Mandala art Union City 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. project to tell their story. All materi- Tuesday, April 8 510-745-1464; TTY 888-663-0660; 510-745-1421; TTY 888-663-0660; Tweens and teens; use sewing, sta- als will be provided. Sign up at the In- Creative Creatures! Workshop guides.aclibrary.org/unioncity guides.aclibrary.org/fremont ples and glue to make a small formation Desk to pick up our 3 - 4:30 pm Throughout March, during open stuffed creature to attach to your current book selection. Tweens and teens use sewing, sta- Throughout March hours Library Staff Art Exhibit backpack. Everyone will assemble ples and glue to make a small Art IS Education Storytimes In honor of Art IS Education, there and customize their own hand Tuesday, March 18 stuffed creature to attach to your Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays, March will be an exhibit of art work sewing kit to take home. All materi- Creative Creatures! Workshop backpack. All materials provided. 4 and 11, 11 am - 12 pm created by Library staff. All ages als provided. Ages 10 and up. 6 - 7:30 pm Ages 10 and up. Toddler Time: Wednesdays, March 5, will be able to enjoy the creativity Tweens and teens, join us for this 12, 19 and 26, 10:30 - 11:30 am displayed on the walls and in dis- Saturday, March 22 special Makerspace-inspired work- In honor of Art IS Education, Pre- play cases. Clay Magnets shop to learn how to use sewing, Newark Library school Storytime and Toddler pro- 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. (ages 5 - 8), staples and glue to make a small 6300 Civic Terrace Ave., Newark grams will include stories about Art IS Education Toddler 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. (ages 9 - 13) stuffed creature to attach to your 510-795-2627; TTY 888-663-0660; creativity and a simple craft. Story- Times: Create a magnet made out of clay. backpack. All materials provided. guides.aclibrary.org/newark times are geared for children ages 3 - stories about art and creativity Registration begins Ages 10 and up. 5, and Toddler Times are for children Mondays: 2 - 2:20 pm; 7 - 7:20 pm March 15 at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 1 ages 0 - 3 accompanied by an adult. Wednesdays: 12:15 - 12:35 pm Preschool Art with Ms. Chris Fridays: 11:30 - 11:50 am Sunday, March 23 Irvington Library 3:30 - 4:30 pm Sundays, March 2, 9, and 16 Sunday Film 41825 Greenpark Dr., Fremont This fun art class is for young chil- Journaling Workshop for Saturday, March 1 2 p.m. - 4 pm 510-795-2631; TTY 888-663-0660; dren ages 3 - 5. Please have your Tweens Nowruz Celebration Girl with the Pearl Earring guides.aclibrary.org/irvington child wear clothes that you don’t 1:30 - 3 pm 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (2003) rated PG-13. mind getting messy! Limit to 20 chil- Starting and keeping a journal. Ballet Afsaneh celebrates the Wednesday, March 12 dren. Please obtain a free ticket to Keeping a journal is a great way to New Year (spring equinox) in Friday, March 28 Preschool Art attend. Tickets will be handed out 15 express thoughts and feelings as Afghanistan, Iran and Tajikistan. Create a Book all About YOU! 10:15 - 11:15 am minutes prior to the program. well as improving reading and writ- Ballet Afsaneh presents the dance, 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. A chance for children ages 3 - 5 to ontact Chien-Chun Chang at ing skills. music and poetry of the historic Bring your imagination and join express their creativity! Be sure to 510-795-2627 extension 23 or Silk Road networks of Eurasia. Ms. Garima for craft time. This wear clothes that you don’t mind [email protected] for more in- “Afsaneh” is a wonderful word, school-aged crafts session is espe- getting messy. Seating is limited, so formation. Mondays, March 3, 10, shared by the major language cially for 6 - 8 year olds. Free tick- arrive on time to get your spot! 17, 24, and 31 groups of the Silk Road, meaning ets will be available at the Saturday, March 8 Music and Movement “legend” or “mythic story.” Also on Children’s Desk at 3:45 pm. Wednesday, March 12 Elephant and Piggie Day 10:30 - 11 am hand will be the Ebrahimi Brothers, Tell Your Story! Family 2 - 4 pm Children ages 1 - 5 explore their playing classical Persian music on Sunday, March 30 Workshop Children of all ages are invited to creativity through singing, clapping, traditional instruments. Sunday Film 3 - 5 pm join us for the fun with Elephant and dancing. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Draw colorful hands and create and Piggie, the two popular story Sunday, March 2 The NeverEnding Story miniature books. Led by local artist characters created by Mo Willems. Tuesdays, March 4 and 18 Photography Class (1984) rated PG. Marion Coleman, participants will The participants will create their Write Your Story – For Adults 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. use drawing. Tell your story through own Elephant and Piggie comic sto- 1 - 3 pm Take great photos of family and art about what makes your family ries, make Elephant and Piggie Write your memoir. Informal meet- friends; for adults and teens. Centerville Library special and what you love about crafts, and enjoy other fun Elephant ings to support each other and or- 3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont your community. All ages welcome, and Piggie activities. Contact ganize your thoughts for writing. Tuesday, March 4 510-795-2629; TTY 888-663-0660; and all materials will be provided. Chien-Chun Chang at 510-795- Dr. Seuss Day guides.aclibrary.org/centerville 2627 extension 23 or cchang@acli- Wednesday, March 12 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Throughout March; Tuesdays & Wednesday, March 26 brary.org for more information. Workshop with Join us for a fun-filled program of all Thursdays Preschool Art Author Mary B. Morrison things Dr. Seuss! Free program, all Participate in a collaborative art 10:15 - 11:15 am Friday, March 14 6 - 8 pm supplies provided. Pick up a free project for the Centerville Library. A chance for children ages 3 - 5 to Toddler Time Special Session Adult writing workshop is with ticket at the Children’s Desk Each participant will create their express their creativity! Be sure to 11 - 11:30 am Mary B. Morrison, New York Times beginning at 3:45 pm. own unique design on a 4” square wear clothes that you don’t mind This special Toddler Time session best-selling author. to be added to our paper quilt. All getting messy. Seating is limited, so will include art-themed stories and Fridays, March 7 and 21 materials are provided; the art proj- arrive on time to get your spot! an easy craft. This program is for Friday, March 21 Preschool Crafts ect will be put on display in the li- toddlers ages 2 - 3. Contact Chien- Teen Henna Program 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. brary after completion. Wednesday, March 26 Chun Chang at 510-795-2627 ex- 3:30 - 5 pm Preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and an Make a Shrinky Dink Necklace tension 23 or [email protected] Tweens and teens are invited to adult helper are invited to join us Tuesday, March 4 3:30 - 4:15 pm for more information. draw their dreams – directly on to for a fun preschool craft program. Tell Your Story! Family Make your own special shrinky dink their bodies – during a special Wear clothes that can get dirty as Workshop necklace. This fun, free program is Saturday, March 15 Mehndi Henna program. we often make an artful mess. Free 5:30 - 7:30 pm for children ages 5 and up. Due to Watercolor Workshop tickets at Children’s Desk 15 min- Draw colorful hands and creating space limitations, free tickets will be 1 - 3:30 pm Sunday, March 23 utes prior to program. miniature books. All ages welcome, handed out 15 minutes prior to the Join us for a watercolor workshop Nowruz Celebration and all materials will be provided. program. with local artist Jan Schafir. For 3:30 - 4:30 pm Saturday, March 8 teens and adults. Registration This special performance by the The Beatles: Musical Tuesdays, March 4 Wednesday, April 9 is required, so please call 510-795- Ballet Afsaneh celebrates the New Revolution Bollywood Babies “Creative Creatures!” 2627 extension 7 at the library dur- Year (spring equinox) in 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 2 - 2:30 pm Workshop ing open hours or email Afghanistan, Iran and Tajikistan. Bal- Lecture for adults about the Learn Bollywood dance; children 18 3 - 4:30 pm [email protected]. let Afsaneh presents the dance, Beatles - 48 months old and their parent or Tweens and teens use sewing, sta- music and poetry of the historic caregiver. Space is limited, so a ples and glue to make a small Friday, March 21 Silk Road networks of Eurasia. “Af- Saturday, March 8 ticket is required to attend. Free stuffed creature to attach to your Adventure Beneath the Sea! saneh” is a wonderful word, shared Musical Performance tickets will be handed out 30 min- backpack. All materials provided. 3:30 - 4:30 pm by the major language groups of the 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. utes prior to the program. Ages 10 and up. Presented by Kenn Adams Adven- Silk Road, meaning “legend” or Join us for a concert by the Beatles ture Theater. At this interactive ad- “mythic story.” Tribute Band Ticket to Ride. Thursdays, March 6 and 20 venture, the audience members will Fun for all ages! Preschool Art Niles Library make all of the sound effects, be- Sunday, March 30 2 - 3 pm 150 I Street, Fremont come the scenery, create the plot Tell Your Story! Family Sunday, March 9 Preschool art class is for kids ages 510-795-2626; TTY 888-663-0660; and jump up on stage to play the Workshop Sunday Film 3 - 5. Wear clothes that you don’t guides.aclibrary.org/niles main characters. An exciting expe- 2 - 4 pm 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. mind getting messy. Space is limited, rience for children ages 6 and up! Youth and families tell their story of Vincent and Theo (2004) so a ticket is required to attend. Tuesdays, March 4 and 18 Contact Chien-Chun Chang at 510- creativity and community by draw- rated PG-13. Free tickets will be handed out 30 Preschool Art 795-2627 extension 23 or ing colorful hands and creating minutes prior to the class start 10:15 - 11:15 am [email protected] for more in- miniature books. All ages welcome, Saturday, March 15 time. All materials will be provided. A chance for children ages 3 - 5 to formation. and all materials will be provided. “Tell Your Story!” Family express their creativity! Be sure to Ages 10 & up. Workshop Tuesdays, March 11 and 25 wear clothes that you don’t mind get- Saturday, March 22 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. School Age Art ting messy. Seating is limited, so arrive Tell Your Story! Family Youth and families tell their story of 6:30 - 7:30 pm on time to get to get your spot! Workshop creativity and community by drawing Kids ages 6 to 8. Create a unique Draw colorful hands and create colorful hands and creating miniature and original art project with art miniature books. Tell your story

Indian Business and Professional Women host book reading

SUBMITTED BY SHUBHANGI VAIDYA consequences of the Internet on human think?” The author has addressed this ner: ExecutivEdge of Silicon Valley minds based on neuro-scientific evidences. thought-provoking question that will lead IBPC presents author Nicholas Carr This year, Indian Business and Profes- Carr has brilliantly established how we are to an insightful and exciting debate! Sunday, Mar 2 sional Women (IBPC) are hosting their an- increasingly being proficient at scanning and Join us and listen to the author’s views in 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. nual book reading event featuring Nicholas skimming, at the expense of our capacity to person, along with a distinguished panel: India Community Center (ICC) Carr, author of The Shallows: What the In- concentrate, contemplate and reflect. Dr. Elaine Brady, Exec. Dir: Net Worth 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas ternet is Doing to Our Brains. This book ex- “As we enjoy the Net’s bounties, are we Recovery, Inc. RSVP: [email protected] plores the intellectual and cultural sacrificing our mind’s ability to ponder and Michele Bolton, Ph.D; Founding Part- Free Page 38 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014

Webelos visit Tri-City Voice

Representing Fremont Cub Scout Pack 477, Den 14, Farooz Hajee and Samardh Kanugula visited the office of Tri-City Voice on February 19th to learn about newspaper publishing and communication within their community.

Teen holds fundraiser

Rebecca Schulman (gazelle), Alan Weiner (zebra), Alan Eisenbruck (King MufAshverosh), Julie Turchin (Queen Sarabi Esther), Matthew Ballin, (Haman Scar), Pamela Ballin (Queen Vashti), Jim Cohen (zebra), Julia Gold (gazelle), Emily and Hannah Ballin (lion cubs), and Jonathan King (wildebeest) star in “The Lion King Shpiel.” SUBMITTED BY AL BRUCKNER

Allison Bruckner became a Bat Mitzvah (A “coming of age” cere- mony in the Jewish tradition), on February 15, 2014. As part of this process, she needed to complete a community service activity. Com- bining her love of basketball and her dislike of cancer, she created a free throw shoot-a-thon to raise money for the American Cancer So- ciety, soliciting support from family and friends. SUBMITTED BY MARTHA GARCIA ways though, our cast is extensive and comprised of At the Silliman Center in Newark, on January 19, 2014, Allie ensemble performers of all ages who will be up on laced up her sneakers and sank 84 shots in 30 minutes, raising over On March 8 and 9, Temple Beth Torah’s the stage representing and entertaining our local $1,100! On February 18th, she presented these funds to Tulin Shushan Players will perform their brand new community. Another exciting aspect of “The Lion Melton, Vice President of Community Engagement for the Ameri- Purim Shpiel musical entitled “The Lion King Sh- King Shpiel” is the wonderful costumes. You will be can Cancer Society. piel,” which is based on the animated film and amazed at the multitude of beautiful and intricate Broadway musical of the same name. animal costumes and headpieces creatively designed The story of Purim is found in the biblical book and handcrafted by local residents Cheryl Cohen of Esther, and is celebrated every year on the 14th of and Hannah Golden. the Hebrew month of Adar (late winter/early Tickets for “The Lion King Shpiel” are on sale spring). Purim commemorates the salvation of the now athttp://www.tbtpurimshpiel.com. There will Jewish people in ancient Persia from an evil plot to be two performances only at Temple Beth Torah on annihilate them, and is known for its joyous, carni- Saturday, March 8 at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, March val-like atmosphere. 9 at 12:30 p.m. A Purim Shpiel is an oft campy theatrical presenta- All seating is reserved, with ticket prices at $50 for SUBMITTED BY CAL STATE tion of the Purim story that provides an opportunity front row VIP seats, and $15 for all other seating. EAST BAY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION for crowds to cheer the heroes (Mordecai and Esther) For additional information, please call Temple and boo the villain (Haman). Shpiels are a staple of Beth Torah at (510) 656-7141 or go to Cal State University East Bay has issued a call for nomina- many modern synagogue Purim celebrations, as is the http://www.bethtorah-fremont.org. tions in the categories of Distinguished Alumni and Distin- case with Temple Beth Torah in Fremont. We are very guished Young Alumni, for 2013-14. The awards are given in excited to perform our new show for our friends and The Lion King Shpiel recognition of the University’s most outstanding alumni. family in the Tri Cities community! Saturday, Mar 8 Members of the university community are invited to nomi- “The Lion King Shpiel” was written and directed 8:00 p.m. nate one or more alumni for consideration. Nomination forms by Laura Golden, produced by Greg Ravenscroft, Sunday, Mar 9 must be received by Friday, March 7 at 5 p.m. and choreographed by Janette Buechler. The pro- 12:30 p.m. The form and information can be accessed at: bit.ly/1kSRwXv gram will offer audiences an intimate, theater-in- Temple Beth Torah Submit nomination forms to: Penny Peak, Director, Alumni the-round style of performance that features a 42000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont Relations, Cal State East Bay, 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hay- fantastic lineup of experienced lead performers, in- (510) 656-7141 ward, CA 94542-3004; Fax: (510) 885-4691; Email: cluding Washington High School drama teacher http://www.tbtpurimshpiel.com [email protected]. For questions, please contact Matthew Ballin as the villain Haman Scar. As al- Tickets: $15 general or $50 VIP Penny Peak at (510) 885-4156. February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 39

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Since debuting on screen in “Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back,” Boba Fett has developed a strong following among fans of the famed franchise. As the exhibition heads into its final months at the museum, guests, fans, and Jedi Masters far and wide will get the chance to see Boba Fett up close before the exhibition bids farewell for the last time. The international exhibition also fea- tures the Yoda puppet, C-3PO, R2-D2, the three-section Darth Vader helmet from Revenge of the Sith, as well as the models of the X-wing and the “Millennium Fal- con.” There are also costumes for Mace replica of the cockpit of the Millennium to http://www.thetech.org/plan-your- Star Wars: Where Science Windu, Princess Leia, Anakin Skywalker, Falcon™ from “Star Wars: Episode IV A visit/special-exhibitions/STAR- Meets Imagination Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Stormtroopers, New Hope.” For an additional fee, visitors WARS#Overview. Through Sunday, Mar 23 and Lightsabers belonging to Luke, Obi- can experience a virtual jump to lightspeed “Star Wars®: Where Science Meets 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wan, Darth Maul and Count Dooku. during a four-and-a-half minute presenta- Imagination,” presented by Bose Corpora- In addition to hands-on design labs tion narrated by Anthony Daniels, the tion®, was developed by Boston’s Museum The Tech Museum of Innovation where you can engineer Droids™ and actor who portrayed C-3PO. of Science in collaboration with Lucasfilm 201 South Market St., San Jose defy gravity, guests will have the opportu- Tickets for the blockbuster exhibition Ltd. and the exhibition makes use of an (408) 294-8324 nity to drive an actual hovercraft. Fans of are on sale now through March 23. For extensive archive collection on loan from thetech.org the saga will also recognize the full-size more information about the exhibition, go the Lucas Cultural Arts Museum. Tickets: $13 - $27

SUBMITTED BY nered to provide Braille labels on the grocery LISA MARIE WILSON aisles and in the produce section, to create an informative shopping experience for people Joshua Goldenberg is blind. In 2011, who are blind or visually impaired. when he was seven years old, he asked his par- ents why store signs were not created in Braille to help him read about items when on family shopping trips from his home in Simi Valley, CA. A youngster’s question was actu- ally part of a larger issue: “How will Joshua and the missions of visually impaired people just like him be able to lead truly independ- ent lives if they cannot shop for themselves?” Through Joshua’s and his parent’s ef- forts in their spare time at the kitchen table, that simple request turned into a non-profit organization that provides Braille signs and audible scanners to Whole Foods Market stores. Three years later, The Joshua Project Foundation and Whole Foods Market Fremont have part-

Founded by Joshua Goldenberg with Blind in Fremont met Joshua and his par- his parents, Evan and Christie, the founda- ents at Whole Foods to talk about the new tion is an effort to bring awareness to the service, share a celebratory cake and inau- importance of Braille, and enhance an in- gurate the new system which includes a dependent atmosphere for the blind and store guide, aisle guides, product labels and visually impaired. The Joshua Project pro- two scanners to provide audible details vides quick, simple and flexible tools for about store items. any business to accommodate customers All grocery stores and businesses are with visual impairment including Braille welcome to contact the Joshua Project for format store directories, aisle markers and information and assistance. product labels. On Friday, February 21st, a group of The Joshua Project students from the California School for the www.thejoshuaprojectfoundation.org February 25, 2014 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Page 40