Operators share Designer dreams Amateur come true at Radio skills GARNET + grace Chihuahua Palooza Page 7 Page 4 Page 16 Scan for our FREE App or Search App Store for TCVnews 510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com May 1, 2018 Vol. 16 No. 18 Continued on page 19 SUBMITTED BY OHLONE COLLEGE theatres such as The Public Theater, New PHOTOS BY RAVI MASAND York Theatre Workshop, Playwrights Horizons, Ma-Yi Theater Company, The The “Ohlone College Playwrights Fes- Lark, La MaMa, Actors Theatre of tival” is back for its fourth year, showcas- Louisville, Eugene O’Neill Theater Cen- ing world premieres of ter, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Goodman thought-provoking, humorous, and enter- Theatre, Magic Theatre, San Francisco taining 10-minute plays written by profes- Mime Troupe, San Francisco Playhouse. sional and emerging playwrights around They have written for film and TV, such the country. Presented by the award-win- as “This Is Us,” “The Good Fight,” and ning Ohlone College Department of The- the 20th Century Fox film “Ferdinand.” atre and Dance, this exciting selection of In addition, this year the festival will in- comedic and dramatic plays explore topics clude two Ohlone student playwrights, oriented toward college students and gen- Kayla Martinez and Nick Saud, who are eral audiences. Some of the themes ex- also directing and acting in this student- plored in this year’s plays deal with human run theatre company. The Student Reper- connection, self-acceptance, freedom of tory Theatre Company, a class of student speech and expression, loneliness, hope, directors, producers, actors, and designers ignorance, following your dreams, and ap- at Ohlone, is producing the festival. Stu- preciation of life’s gifts. dent Rep introduces all aspects of theatre SUBMITTED BY DON CARLOS VEJAR to civilian life and face debilitating Many of the featured playwrights have to new students and provides an opportu- nity for experienced students to polish PHOTOS BY ADAM STERNBERG emotional, social, and economic been published and have had their work challenges. More than a vehicle for shared produced Off-Broadway and at regional their skills and craft. Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by ITVS, recovery, the competition’s primary Continued on page 5 “Independent Lens,” and Ohlone College mission is to raise funds and awareness is excited to present “Served Like a Girl,” for America’s 55,000 homeless women a powerful and poignant look at a group veterans, a goal that resonates strongly of diverse female veterans as they with the women profiled in the film. transition from active duty to civilian life “Served Like a Girl,” Lysa Heslov’s after serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. directorial debut, premiered at the Struggling with PTSD, homelessness, 2017 SXSW Film Festival and won the broken families, serious illness, physical Jury Award for Best Documentary at the injuries, and military sexual abuse, these Bentonville Film Festival in May 2017. inspiring women find ways to adapt to the The film features Sergeant Nichole Alred, challenges they face through participation Major Jas Boothe, Lieutenant in the “Ms. Veteran America” competition. Commander Rachel Engler, Guided by event founder and veteran Master-at-Arms First Class Hope Garcia, Major Jas Boothe, the women work hard Master Sergeant Denyse Gordon, to prepare for the competition, and in the Specialist Marissa Strock, and process recover parts of their identities Sergeant Andrea Waterbury. they had lost on the battlefield. The “Ms. Veteran America” Continued on page 6 competition was established in 2012 to encourage women veterans to recognize and support their sisters as they return 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 May 1, 2018 we also may screen patients in an important consideration, their teens if they are obese or particularly for postmenopausal Preventive Screenings have a family history of diabetes.” women. “The age when women Dr. Nguyen will explain the should start having bone density different types of tests to measure screenings generally is 65,” glucose levels and why he Dr. Nguyen explains. “In some Can Help Save Your Life prefers the A1C test. cases, however, it might be Preventive health screenings beneficial to have a baseline bone Free Seminars in Newark and Union City for women also should include a density test performed earlier.” mammogram every one to two For men, screenings for Address Tests for Potential Health Issues years, depending on their age and prostate cancer have been a risk factors for breast cancer. matter of debate for the past Pap smears to detect cervical several years. Dr. Nguyen will “Half of medical care is located at 6236 Thornton Ave., temporary ‘white-coat cancer may also be indicated. explain the different types of ‘reactive,’ involving the treatment Newark and Thursday, June 21, hypertension’ if they are anxious Bone density screenings to screenings and the benefits of various medical conditions,” at the WTMF Nakamura Clinic during a medical exam, in versus risks of each type. says Tam Nguyen, MD, a located at 33077 Alvarado-Niles which case we would repeat detect osteoporosis are often board-certified family medicine Road, Union City. These seminars the measurement again later.” Continued on page 5 physician at the Washington will feature presentations by Most adults have heard about Township Medical Foundation Dr. Nguyen, focusing primarily the importance of cholesterol (WTMF) Nakamura Clinic in on health screenings for adults. numbers, but not all understand Union City. “The other half of “A doctor shouldn’t be someone what they mean or when to begin medical practice is ‘proactive,’ to see only when you’re sick,” testing. Dr. Nguyen explains, trying to prevent serious diseases he notes. “Proactive preventive care “The age for starting cholesterol or medical conditions. With serves a different purpose than screenings is not set in stone. preventive exams and routine reactive urgent care does. Proactive We would consider such factors screening tests, your doctor care can help you lead a as whether the patient is can discover signs of potentially healthier life.” overweight or has a family serious health problems so you In general, a wellness exam history of high cholesterol and can reduce your risk factors. would include measuring the heart disease.” At his seminar, Screening tests can also detect patient’s height, weight, body Dr. Nguyen will review “good” diseases at early stages when they mass index (BMI) and blood versus “bad” cholesterol and are easier to treat.” pressure. In addition, blood what numbers patients should But understanding which tests may be ordered to evaluate strive to achieve. screenings you need and when to factors such as cholesterol and Checking blood glucose levels start asking your physician about blood glucose levels. can be another important aspect them can be overwhelming. In his seminar, Dr. Nguyen of preventive care, helping people To promote awareness of the will explain his office procedure to avoid developing diabetes. benefits of preventive exams and to obtain accurate blood pressure “The American Diabetes screenings, Washington Hospital readings. “We generally Association now recommends is offering two free seminars: measure blood pressure at blood glucose screenings for Thursday, June 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. every appointment,” he notes. people beginning in their 20s,” A proactive approach to your health will be presented by at the WTMF Newark Clinic “Some patients may experience says Dr. Nguyen. “In some cases, Dr. Nguyen on June 7 in Newark and June 21 in Union City. 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 5/1/18 5/2/18 5/3/18 5/4/18 5/5/18 5/6/18 5/7/18 Diabetes Matters: 12:00 PM Diabetes Matters: Women's Heart Family Caregiver Series: 12:00 AM Sugar Substitutes - Gastroparesis New to Medicare? Health Updated Treatments Sweet or Sour? Your Concerns Legal & Financial Affairs 12:30 PM What You Need to for Knee Pain & InHealth: 12:30 AM Diabetes Matters: Know Arthritis Diabetes Matters: Sun Protection Gastroparesis Exercise IS Medicine Washington Shingles 1:00 PM Diabetes Matters: Township Health Care 1:00 AM (Late Start) The Patient's Playbook Diabetes & Polycystic District Board Menopause: A Washington Community Forum: Ovarian Syndrome Meeting 1:30 PM Mindful Healing Mind-Body Sports Medicine Program: Big Getting to the April 11, 2018 1:30 AM Township Health Care Approach District Board Changes in Concussion Care: What No-Mistake Zone Meeting You Don't Know Can Hurt You Deep Venous 2:00 PM April 11, 2018 Thrombosis Surgical Treatment of 2:00 AM Colon Cancer: Obstructive Sleep (Late Start) Prevention & Treatment Early Detection & Solutions for Weight Apnea Voices InHealth: Prevention of Female 2:30 PM Management 2:30 AM Diabetes Matters: Basics Healthy Pregnancy Cancers of Insulin Pump Therapy Palliative Care Series: (Late Start) Diabetes Learn If You Are at Risk 3:00 PM Palliative Care Matters: Living with for Liver Disease