Celebrating wellness through Tai Chi Ducks for and Vikings finish Bucks Qigong season with win Page 20 Page 11 Page 26 Scan for our FREE App or Search App Store for TCVnews 510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com April 24 2018 Vol. 16 No. 17 SUBMITTED BY SCOTT HORTON COMMUNICATIONS PHOTOS BY MICHAEL HITCHNER Nearly 500 authors and exhibitors—from the Bay Area, nation and world and from across the spectrum of genres, traditions and inspirations—will come together with tens of thousands of book enthusiasts for the fourth annual “Bay Area Book Festival” April 28 and 29 in downtown Berkeley. The festival celebrates two days of presentations, panels, keynotes, films, performances, participatory activities, exhibits and a lively outdoor fair. The literary program will satisfy fans across many interests, from science fiction, history, mysteries, memoir, poetry, food writing, children’s literature and more, with special tracks this year on women, native storytelling and youth literature—all within overall themes of the power of books to create a better world. Continued on page 5 SUBMITTED BY MELANIE LEWERT Seventeen club members out of the cur- rent 26 are expected to participate in the Experience a world of vision, skill, and show, with over 100 photos on display. wonder as members of the Milpitas Cam- Photos are entered in seven categories: era Club present their 15th Annual Pho- color, monochrome, travel, photo journal- ism, nature, creative, and landscape. SUBMITTED BY The Ukulele Festival was inspired by tographic Exhibition throughout the month of May at the Milpitas Library. NORTHERN CALIFORNIA the late “uncles” Hollis Baker and John Continued on page 7 Ogao, known musicians from the UKULELE FESTIVAL San Francisco Bay Area’s Polynesian Community. These uncles epitomized E komo mai kakou! Come spend the the grandest of musicians and ukulele day and share the Aloha Spirit with us at players of all generations during their the “Northern California Ukulele Festival”! time, influencing the growth and This local event offers a unique experience interest in playing ukulele. that includes live music, ukulele The Northern California Ukulele workshops, arts and crafts, and Festival is committed to promote delicious food. and perpetuate ukulele music and culture The playing of the ukulele can be by bringing all ages and levels together to enjoyed by all – playing with a group of share ukulele talent. It seeks to provide a people, another person, or solo. A portable kani ka pila (play music) environment as instrument, enthusiasts can carry and inspiration to keep the traditions and play their ukulele on travels near and far, to other states and countries. Continued on page 7 INDEX Classified . 25 It’s a date. 21 Public Notices . 34 Community Bulletin Board 36 Kid Scoop . 18 Real Estate. 15 Arts & Entertainment . 21 Contact Us . 29 Mind Twisters . 10 Sports . 26 Bookmobile Schedule . 23 Editorial/Opinion . 29 Obituary . 30 Business . 8 Subscribe . 33 Home & Garden. 13 Protective Services . 33 Page 2 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE April 24, 2018 How will you honor the mom Dr. Barrie suggests. And, to give in your life this Mother’s Day? your mom an especially soothing In addition to the traditional experience, you could give her a brunch or bouquet of flowers, gift certificate for a massage. In have you considered giving her fact, the Washington Wellness the gift of health and well-being? Center is offering a variety of Whether it’s your mother, Mother’s Day massage specials grandmother, spouse, sister or through May 31, including friend, there are a myriad of ways Swedish and Therapeutic to help her achieve and maintain massages and Hot Stone a healthy lifestyle—which often massages. Want to give her more correlates with a positive outlook. than one massage? To choose Even everyday strategies such as from an assortment of massage getting regular exercise and eating packages, call the Wellness a healthy diet, taking time for Center at (510) 608-1301. herself and keeping up-to-date Washington Hospital offers a on her routine health exams, plethora of wellness programs for including mammograms, can the entire age range of mothers, help a mom feel her best. from expectant and new moms Stacey Barrie, MD, a to mid-life and senior mothers. board-certified specialist in You could give your mom the extra-special gift of relaxation obstetrics and gynecology with Mothers come in many ages and fitness levels. Celebrate someone you love with the gift of an and rejuvenation with a gift the Washington Township outdoor activity, a new fitness class, or time to spend on herself. Medical Foundation, notes certificate for one of the that something as simple as Hospital’s wide variety of yoga or nutrition. “Ask her to go for a mammogram—a service offered For more information asking her how she’s doing and meditation classes—including a walk with you, or join a gym at the Washington Women’s about all of Washington encouraging her to take time for candle-lit yoga class for an together,” Dr. Barrie suggests. Center. Hospital’s services for women, herself is a gift in itself. “It’s often especially tranquil and restorative “Also, help ensure that she has including scheduling an experience. For active aging When women come to the hard for women to ask for help; access to healthy foods; for Women’s Center, they can be appointment for a mammogram, they don’t want to be a burden on mothers, there are programs instance, you might invite her to an ultrasound or a bone density aimed at improving one’s assured of receiving exceptional anyone, but when help is visit a local farmers’ market with care in a calm and compassionate scan, visit the Women’s Center offered, they usually accept it,” strength, flexibility and balance, you.” Speaking of outdoor page at: whhs.com/WomensCen- such as Tai Chi, “Keep It environment. The Women’s she explains. “I tell my patients, activities, Dr. Barrie recommends Center has earned accreditation ter or call (510) 608-1301. we all want to help, so it’s Moving” and “Balance Matters” you encourage your mom to wear classes. in mammography, breast So, take your mom to brunch, important to ask for it.” sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. biopsy and breast ultrasound— bring her flowers—and best of “For new moms, you might Other ways to show your Dr. Barrie also suggests that recognition that is only awarded all, give her the gift of health—a offer to come to her house and appreciation for the mom in you ask your mom if she’s had to breast health centers that truly priceless present. watch her baby so she can take a your life include helping her her routine health exam and provide the highest quality shower or relax in a bath,” get regular exercise and proper ask her when she last had a breast care. 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 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY 4/24/18 4/25/18 4/26/18 4/27/18 4/28/18 4/29/18 4/30/18 12:00 PM Diabetes Matters: Latest Treatments for Eating for Heart Health Mental Health 12:00 AM Gastroparesis Cerebral Aneurysms by Reducing Sodium Strategies to Reduce Nerve Compression Education Series: Digestive Health: What the Risk of Cancer 12:30 PM Disorders of the Arm Understanding Mood You Need to Know 12:30 AM Recurrence Disorders Palliative Care Series: Minimally Invasive Washington 1:00 PM Palliative Care Surgery for Lower Township Health (Late Start) Inside Washington Diabetes Matters: 1:00 AM Demystified Back Disorders Care District Board Keys to Healthy Eyes Hospital: Implementing the Lean Mindless vs Mindful Meeting Management System Eating Symptoms of Thyroid 1:30 PM April 11, 2018 Obesity: Understand the Diabetes Matters: Problems 1:30 AM Diabetes Matters: The Causes, Consequences & Diabetes & Polycystic History of Diabetes Prevention New to Medicare? Ovarian Syndrome Washington 2:00 PM 2:00 AM What You Need to Township Health Know Care District Board Digestive Health: Your Concerns 11th Annual Women's Meeting What You Need to InHealth: Senior Scam (Late Start) Mental Health Conference: (Late Start) Mental 2:30 PM April 11, 2018 2:30 AM Know Prevention Health Education How to Talk to Your Patient's Playbook Health Education Series: Understanding Doctor Series: Anxiety 3:00 PM Psychotic Disorders Disorders 3:00 AM Learn the Latest Voices InHealth: New Treatment Options for Surgical Options for Breast Your Concerns GERD Cancer Treatment 3:30 PM Good Fats vs. Bad Fats InHealth: 11th Annual Women's 3:30 AM Raising Awareness Sun Protection Health Conference: Heart (Late Start) About Stroke Sports Medicine Washington Health Nutrition 4:00 PM Learn More About Program: Nutrition & Township Health 4:00 AM Kidney Disease Cognitive Assessment Athletic Performance Care District Board As You Age Vitamins & Meeting 4:30 PM Supplements: How April 11, 2018 4:30 AM Understanding Mental Understanding HPV: What (Late Start) Useful Are They? You Need to Know Health Disorders Arthritis: Do I Have Family Caregiver Washington 5:00 PM 5:00 AM One of 100 Types? Diabetes Matters: Diabetes & Series: Panel Family Caregiver Township Health Stroke: What's the Discussion Series: Recognizing the Need to Care District Board Updated Treatments Connection? Transition to a Skilled Nursing Facility Meeting 5:30 PM for Knee Pain & Inside Washington April 11, 2018 5:30 AM Prostate Cancer: What Sports Medicine