The Joshua Project Comes Webelos visit to Fremont Tri-City Voice Hayward resident wins Miss California Teen USA Page 39 Page 38 Page 6 The newspaper for the new millennium 510-494-1999 [email protected] www.tricityvoice.com February 25, 2014 Vol. 13 No. 8 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 SUBMITTED BY MICHELLE TRAN 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. continued on page 18 continued on page 39 INDEX Classified. 28 Kid Scoop . 37 Sports . 30 Subscribe . 18 Arts & Entertainment . 21 Community Bulletin Board . 29 Mind Twisters . 26 Contact Us . 27 Obituary . 25 Bookmobile Schedule . 23 Editorial/Opinion . 27 Protective Services . 8 Business . 12 It’s a date . 21 Public Notices. 29 Page 2 WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE February 25, 2014 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 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY 02/251/14 02/26/14 02/27/14 02/28/14 03/01/14 03/02/14 003/03/14 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