Blackhawk Living Magazine May 2019 by Blackhawk Living CA

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Meet the Cancilla Family: From Down Under to Blackhawk COVER PHOTO:

by Kim Lind Photography

Main Office: 2920 Putnam Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (925) 938-9984 Cabinet Shop: 1070 Detroit Ave. #D Concord, CA 94518 Email: calyorkcon@aol.com License: B #620859

Linda & Randy Masukawa located at 3078 Deer Meadow Dr.

Services Provided Kitchen & Bath Remodels | Additions Fireplaces | Wine Rooms "You can count on a perfect experience from estimating to contract signing to completion. Cal Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crew paid attention to details and went out of their way to ensure our concerns were addressed and always kept the construction area clean at the end of each day. Everyone we meet in Cal Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organization were helpful, courteous and respectful." Randy & Linda Masukawa 2

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Jo Peek, Blackhawk Resident since 2014 Content Coordinator: Megan Scott Blackhawk Resident since 2010 Designer: Emily Lund Jo Peek

Contributing Photographer: Kim Lind Photography

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Dear Neighbors,

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It’s that time of year where we celebrate and honor the mothers! Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th. Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! May also brings Memorial Day, which in my book, is the gateway to summer. It’s the cue to pack up the winter clothes and bring out the sandals. Whether you are heading out of town or spending the holiday grilling in your backyard, we hope you have a safe and relaxing holiday weekend. Blackhawk Living is your neighborhood magazine, and in this issue you’ll meet your neighbors, the Cancilla Family. They came to Blackhawk all the way from Australia and have loved getting to know this remarkable community. In this month’s community calendar, you’ll find many ways to get involved in the community. Plus Blackhawk Chef, Parisa Z. Ambwani shares one of her favorite recipes. Warmly,

Megan Scott

Resident Since 2010

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Expert Contributors Auto Sales & Service Kerri Anderson Pleasanton Automall Kerri.Anderson@hendrickauto.com 925- 737-5062

The Pleasanton Automall is a luxury automotive dealership housing the Acura and Lexus dealerships located in Pleasanton, CA. In addition to our flagships, we also carry a wide selection of quality pre-owned vehicles. We pride ourselves in offering a World Class experience to all of our guests. Visit us today or contact us online to experience the Pleasanton difference.

Dentist Dr. Larry Porteous DDS Larry Porteous Family Dentistry 925-736-9000

Porteous Family Dentistry- Larry Porteous DDS and Linda Porteous RDH have been serving the dental needs in the communities of Rodeo,Vallejo and Blackhawk/Danville for over 30 years.They are a full service practice, eliminating, in most cases, the need for referrals. Offering extended hours for your convenience. “Our practices are dedicated to treating and preventing dental diseases in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We strive to give each person the same respect, concern and care we would expect as patients.

Financial Advice JWM Wealth Management, LLC Joe Morgan, CFP®, CFA 925-389-3889 joe@jwmwealth.com www.jwmwealth.com

Joe Morgan is a fee-only financial advisor who acts as an educator, guide, and protector of wealth to individuals and families. He created his own firm after a successful investment career because he wanted to help people find clarity in their aspirations, resources, and risks. When he’s not showing how financial advice doesn’t have to be dictated by stuffy suited men from Wall Street, he enjoys tennis at Blackhawk Country Club and hiking the Tri-Valley area.

Education The Dorris-Eaton School 925-930-9000 www.dorriseaton.org

The Dorris-Eaton School serves preschool through eighth grade students and is recognized locally and nationally for its academic excellence. Strong writing, grammar, and reading classes are paired with interactive science, math and history courses. Foreign language, technology, art, music, and physical education are integral components of the program. Our experienced faculty provides the solid foundation that enables our graduates to succeed in the finest high schools and universities in the country.

General Contractor Cal York Construction, Inc. Cal York (925) 938-9984 calyorkcon@aol.com

Cal York Construction is a family owned construction and remodeling business operating for over 30 years in Walnut Creek and the East Bay. We have the expertise and talent to create your idea into reality. We’re conscientious and have a desire to serve our clients and make their remodeling dreams come true. We work closely with our clients to ensure that your project runs smoothly, on time and within budget.

Insurance Roger Fernando State Farm Roger Fernando Agency 925-244-1700 roger@rogerfernando.com

Roger Fernando has been a State Farm Agent for 30 years, starting his insurance agency in 1988. Roger and his team are fully licensed. We take pride in giving personal, exceptional service, in talking and listening to our clients about their insurance needs. Our mission has always been to consult with customers as their insurance needs change, protect their insurance for the risks of everyday life and help recover from the unexpected loss.

Interior Design & Decorating Raashi Design Sheeja Nair 925-236-0402 enquiries@RaashiDesign.com www.RaashiDesign.com

Sheeja Nair is the founder/principal designer of award-winning Raashi Design. She specializes in creating interiors and custom homes that are thoughtfully conceived with an emphasis on elegance, comfort, functionality, and the homeowner’s personal style. Her international design work influences her approach to using color, texture and lighting in exciting, yet tasteful ways. An out-of-the-box thinker, Sheeja’s background in engineering and physics uniquely qualify her to solve challenging design issues.

Jewelry, Diamonds & Timepieces Steve Padis Steve Padis Jewelry info@padisjewelry.com www.padisjewelry.com

Steve and Judy Padis own and operate Padis Jewelry, which has four locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. They founded the company in 1974 and are proud to have earned a reputation as one of the finest jewelers in San Francisco, serving generations of clients for their most precious moments in life, from engagement to anniversary to milestone gifts. Padis Jewelry maintains top-tier relationships with the most sought-after designers including Tacori, Forevermark, Verragio, Breitling, Tag Heuer, and Roberto Coin. As members of the American Gem Society, Padis is among the top 5% of jewelers across the country.

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Expert Contributors To learn more about becoming an expert contributor, contact Jo Peek at jpeek@bestversionmedia.com. Mortgages Steve Cline Preferred Financial 925-820-5557 SCline@PreferredFinancial.com www.PreferredFinancial.com

Preferred Financial Group, Inc. is a local family owned business, funding over 11 Billion Dollars since 1979. We are the pioneer of the zero cost mortgage with access to over 15 national lenders and banks to obtain the lowest possible interest rate for your residential purchase or refinance. We listen, we educate, then perform like no one else in the industry.

Music & Fine Art Victoria Strochkova San Ramon Music & Fine Art School -925-336-0181 sanramonmusic@gmail.com www.sanramonmusic.com

Victoria Strochkova is a founder and Director of San Ramon Music and Fine Art School. Mrs. Strochkova has more than 25 years of teaching experience; in 2008 she decided to collaborate her expertise and experience with other great teachers, which led her to idea to establish music school in San Ramon. Our school is happy to offer the highest quality music instructions and performance opportunities for students of all ages. Mrs. Strochkova is a member of MTAC since 1998. She graduated from Kiev State Music College in 1988 and Kiev State Conservatory in 1993.

Orthodontics Dr. Richard Anthony Blackhawk Orthodontics 925-736-3311 richard.anthony@blackhawkortho.com www.blackhawkortho.com

Richard Anthony, DDS MS Originally from Minneapolis, MN, Dr. Anthony moved to Danville in 1970 with his family and attended the old Charlotte Wood Middle School and San Ramon Valley High School. Dr. Anthony attended the University of California at Berkeley and subsequently completed his dental education at the University of Southern California in 1990. Later that same year, he opened the current office location at the Blackhawk Medical Center where he practiced for over 27 years. Dr. Anthony, his wife Michele, and son Ryan live in Danville. The family can always be found up at Lake Tahoe either hiking, biking, skiing, boating, or relaxing at the beach.

Pool Service Jon Lubrano Atlantis Pools 925-736-0447 info@atlantispoolsdanville.com atlantispoolsdanville.com

Atlantis Pools Inc. is a family owned business that has been serving Contra Costa County for over 25 years. From pool repair, maintenance needs, remodels and updates, no job is too big or small for us. We take pride in the high quality service we give to each customer.

Real Estate Linda H Kralik, CRB, CRS Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties 925-998-9446 lkralik@pacbell.net

Linda’s love of the land beganwhile growing up in Danville riding her horse through the openfields and trails that once crisscrossed the San Ramon Valley. Her most prized moments wereearly morning rides to the top of Mt. Diablo to watch the sun rise. Upon her return to the land ofher childhood, Linda began her real estate career over 30 years ago and has achieved many awards and top honors in her professional field.

Rodent Proofing Mike Scott and Anthony Lozano Honest Rodent Proofing 925-433-3988 customercare@honestrodentproofing.com www.honestrodentproofing.com

Anthony and Mike are the owners of Honest Rodent Proofing Inc. They have over 25 years of combined experience in business ownership, marketing/sales, and in the pest control industry. Mike lives in the Sacramento area with his wife and three girls. Anthony lives in Walnut Creek with his wife and three kids. In our business there are 3 simple rules we live by. One, treat every home as if it was your own. Two, Honesty and transparency is the only way to conduct business. Three, Family is not an important thing, it’s everything! We are a family here at Honest and our customers are part of that family.

Tree Service Trex Donovan Buena Vista Tree Service 415-531-1247 ntdonovan@yahoo.com www.buenavistatree.com Unique & Custom Travel Experiences Lori McDonald Cruise Planners 925-380-6208 lmcdonald@cruiseplanners.com www.McDonaldTravel.com

Buena Vista Tree Service is committed to preserving our urban forests and environment. They recycle 100% of our green waste into a reusable landscaping product. Trex safely and efficiently handles all types of tree emergencies 24 hours a day to eliminate tree risks to people and property and significantly reduce your liability exposure.

Lori McDonald, Travel Advisor, with Cruise Planners, wows her clients while considerately guiding their travel plans. Being passionate about helping her clients design the ultimate vacation, corporate travel, or assisting with a dream destination wedding, Lori’s expertise knows no bounds. Lori is professional, creative and detail-oriented. Each aspect of her clients’ land, sea, or river travel blueprint must be perfect.

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Resident Feature

Meet the Cancilla Family: From Down Under to Blackhawk By Megan Scott, Resident since 2010

t was a love of science that brought Mike and Belinda Cancilla together. They met in 1990 while studying science at a college in Melbourne, Australia. Mike was a senior and Belinda was a sophomore. Mike says it only took one date for both of them to realize that they had great chemistry and were meant to be together, “It was the way she looked at me with those beautiful blue eyes, and I knew she was the one.” Mike proposed on his birthday and after a one-year engagement they were married in 1993. Originally from Italy, Mike migrated to Australia when he was a child. Belinda was born and raised in Australia. Mike and Belinda are scientists, and both have Bachelor of Science (Honors) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in biological sciences from the University of Melbourne in Australia. “Science is an amazing profession as your own research findings contribute to the existing knowledge base and allow other scientists to advance the field. You can literally link your work back to the earliest publications in chemistry, physics and biology,” shares Mike. “Science is fun, I get to discover something new every day,” adds Belinda. Mike’s postdoctoral research focused on genetics of pediatric diseases including chromosome abnormalities and Type1 diabetes. After Belinda completed her PhD thesis on kidney development, she did postdoctoral research at the Monash Institute focused on prostate cancer. They decided a move to the San Francisco Bay Area would be a good way to expand their research skills and grow their careers; a South San Francisco biotech/pharma company recruited Mike

to find new treatments for cancer. Belinda did further postdoctoral prostate research at University of California - San Francisco before also joining a biotech/pharma company to focus on oncology research and treatments. Mike has remained at the same company for nearly 19 years. He has held positions of increasing responsibility and is currently Vice President of Program Management for oncology drug development. During Mike’s tenure, several drugs were discovered and approved for the treatment of thyroid and kidney cancers. “The most rewarding part of my career is knowing the work I do everyday makes a difference to the lives of cancer patients -- hearing their testimonials is very rewarding and emotional,” says Mike. Belinda has held positions of increasing responsibility working at two peninsula biotech companies. She is currently the Senior Director of Histopathology, Translational Medicine. During her career she has focused on cancer pathology and biomarkers, which means she spends a lot of time looking at cancer tissues from patients, trying to determine if and how they have responded to new treatments, like immune-oncology therapies, where the patient’s own immune cells are recruited to attack any cancer cells present. Her work in histopathology looks at several biomarkers at once on cells in different colors, and is a bit like coloring in for grown-ups. This is often where her choice of vivid and rainbow hair colors comes from. “I am always thrilled to see that our experimental therapy is giving patients a few extra months beyond their diagnosis to spend with family and loved ones,” says Belinda.

After residing on the peninsula for many years, the Cancillas decided it was time to make a move to the East Bay. “We would regularly drive past Danville on our way to Golden Gate Australian Football league games in Concord, where Mike played and I cheered from the sidelines. We loved the Danville layout and restaurants, and ultimately decided on the perfect family home in Blackhawk,” says Belinda. Mike and Belinda have two children attending Tassajara Hills Elementary School. Hayden, a 5th grader, and Chantalle, a 4th grader. Hayden and Chantalle both love sports and music. Hayden takes karate lessons and plays soccer. He also plays the trombone in the Tassajara Hills school band. Chantalle also does karate, but her passion is gymnastics and her favorite activity is spinning around on the bars anywhere she can find them. She also plays the flute in the school band. “Her favorite craft activity is making slime, so there has to be a steady supply of glue and glitter in the house.

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Hayden loves math, geography and history, whereas Chantalle loves math and creative writing. They are both avid readers and can be seen reading books any time we go out to dinner,” says Belinda. Running is a favorite pastime for the family. Hayden and Chantalle have participated in several kid races with their parents, and they all got to run the 5K together in this year’s Run For Education for the SRVUSD. Mike has run multiple half and several full marathons, whereas Belinda sticks to the half marathon distance and has run many races. “We love Blackhawk for all the hills and trails, which are perfect for training. I run six days all around Blackhawk. I’m currently training for the Boston Marathon. Blackhawk is a great place to live (and run), we have a wonderful community, great neighbors and access to world class facilities,” says Mike.

volunteered teaching biology practical classes to middle schoolers at the Ravenswood School District in East Palo Alto for several years. “It has been amazing to see kids discover how exciting science can be, and particularly rewarding to see girls take an interest in STEM subjects and future science careers,” she shares. Once Mike and Belinda had kids, they kept their travel very family friendly. This past summer, they finally decided it was time for the kids to visit Australia as they were born in California and had never traveled to another

Volunteering and giving back to the community is important to the Cancilla Family. Mike volunteers as a head coach for the U12 Kangaroos boy’s soccer team (Mustang Rec League). Belinda has

country. The family took their summer vacation as a winter vacation in Australia. The kids got to meet all their uncles, aunts and cousins in person. Grandma and Grandpa had been to California many times, and they were excited that they finally visited them. The family visited Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, and even got to go to see their favorite Australian Rules Football team North Melbourne win a game in Brisbane. And yes, they saw lots of kangaroos and koalas. Thanks to Mustang soccer, the Blackhawk Country Club and and Tassajara Hills Elementary Foundation events, the Cancilla family have had the pleasure of meeting and making new friends in our community and have felt very welcomed. They are thrilled to call Blackhawk home.

Do you know a neighbor who has a story to share? Nominate your neighbor to be featured in one of our upcoming issues! Contact us at mscott@bestversionmedia.com.

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Pet Adoption Corner

Pluto

Jewel

Meet your forever friend at Tony La Russaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Animal Rescue Foundation, 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek, during adoption hours: Noon to 6 pm Wednesday & Thursday, Noon to 7 pm Friday, and Noon to 6 pm Saturday & Sunday.

Three-year-old Pluto is a sweet, polite little guy. He is a little shy at first, but given some time, he will climb into your lap for pets. He would be a good fit for a mellow family that can give him lots of love. The adoption fee for puppies <6 months is $300, for adult dogs is $250, and includes a discount on the first six-week session of a manners class.

Would you like to be part of the heroic team that saves the lives of rescued dogs and cats? Can you share your talents to connect people and animals? ARF volunteers are making a difference! For more information see our website, www. arflife.org, or call (925) 256-1ARF.

Five-year-old Jewel is a warrior princess that has overcome some challenges in her life. She preciously walks up to friendly people and affectionately rubs against their legs when sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comfortable. Although she enjoys being near people, she is still learning to trust petting and the attention she receives. She is eagerly looking forward to finding a gentle, patient adopter that can help her to feel safe and loved. Jewel would do best in a quiet home with someone that will take the time to help her become the gem that she is! The adoption fee for kittens <6 months $125 and for adult cats is $75.

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Real Estate Listings in Blackhawk

Active Real Estate Listings in Blackhawk

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Kingswood Cir Silver Oak Ln Kingswood Ct Jacaranda Dr Tennis Club Dr Red Maple Dr Cottonwood Pl Quail Run Ln Quail Walk Ln Fox Creek Dr Deer Crest Dr Cottonwood Ln Golden Oak Ct Silver Pine Ln Saddleback Dr White Pine Ln Quail Run Pl Deer Ridge Dr Bent Oak Ct Blackhawk Dr

$839,000 $899,000 $999,000 $1,128,000 $1,295,000 $1,399,000 $1,399,000 $1,459,900 $1,475,000 $1,599,000 $1,649,888 $1,698,000 $1,749,000 $1,749,800 $1,788,000 $1,875,000 $1,995,000 $2,049,888 $2,079,000 $2,288,000

Canyon Oak Ln Blackhawk Dr Blackhawk Meadow Dr S Ridge Ct Mesa Oak Ln Red Alder Ct Pheasant Run Dr Quail Walk Ct Blackhawk Dr Blackhawk Dr Country Club Ter Country Club Pl Eagle Ridge Dr Eagle Ridge Pl Red Pine Ct Saddleback Pl Kingswood Ln Blackhawk Meadow Ln Blackhawk Meadow Dr

$2,389,800 $2,399,000 $2,425,000 $2,465,800 $2,498,000 $2,758,800 $2,875,000 $2,938,800 $2,989,800 $3,288,888 $3,388,800 $3,888,000 $4,900,000 $4,988,000 $5,900,000 $6,500,000 $6,900,000 $7,999,800 $15,500,000

Sq.Ft. BR FBA PBA 1752 1991 2162 2061 2019 2793 2661 2677 2964 2948 3635 4228 4298 3477 3248 3631 5162 4430 4541 4225

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Sq.Ft. BR FBA PBA 4019 5065 4509 4720 3754 5341 5370 5880 6656 6365 6137 6718 7010 6625 5774 9716 10116 8826 6370

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Source: Rockcliff 2.0 4/10/2019 Best Version Media does not guarantee the accuracy of the statistical data on this page. Any real estate agent’s ad appearing in this magazine is separate from any statistical data provided which is in no way a part of their advertisement.

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Gorgeous property situated on a lovely .13 acre apx. lot within the gates of Blackhawk Country Club. This fabulous duet home has 2,236 sq,ft. apx. of gracious living space with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The stunning remodeled kitchen has cherry cabinetry & granite slab countertops. Beautiful rear yard landscaping with lawn area, and charming rear patio. Elegant upgrades and appointments throughout. Offered at $989,000

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sat., May 4 May the Fourth Be With You

@Downtown Danville, Town Green & Village Theatre Come celebrate all things Star Wars at the Town of Danville’s May the 4th Be With You Event! Looking for more ways to celebrate Star Wars? On May the 4th, a free scavenger hunt will start and end at the Danville Community Center anytime between 10:30 am–6:00 pm. The first 150 participants to finish will receive a grab bag of Jedi treasures. A Star Wars movie will take place at the Village Theatre. Visit www.villagetheatreshows.com to purchase tickets and for more information. Jedi training activities taking place on the Town Green from 4:00–6:00 pm. Costumes are encouraged. For more information call the Danville Community Center at (925) 314-3400.

Sun., May 5 The Jazz Room Presents The Darryl Rowe Quartet

@ Village Theatre & Art Gallery The Darryl Rowe quartet will perform Jazz /Pop songs from a variety of artists ranging from Duke Ellington to Sting and original music. The quartet has been performing in the Bay Area the past ten years featured at Yoshi’s and the San Jose Jazz Festival. Joining singer Daryl Rowe is Casey Felsom on piano, Kenny Brown on Bass, and Randall Merritt on Drums. Time: 8pm www.villagetheatreshows.com or call 925-314-3400

Sun., May 5 Danville Devil Mountain Run

@Downtown Danville The Danville Devil Mountain Run invites competitive runners, walking enthusiasts, families, and local businesses to strut their stuff for a good cause. Choose from two flat and fast courses, 5K or 10K, and enjoy the fresh air and scenic beauty of the Iron Horse Trail. The event will also host a 1 Mile Elite Run as well as a Kid’s Fun Run with non-competitive 50 and 100-yard dashes for ages 3-8. To learn more and to register, visit www.devilmtnrun.com

Thurs., May 9 Danville Doggie Night

@Historic Downtown Danville Calling all dog owners and lovers alike. Danville’s Doggie Night offers fun for you and your four-legged friend. Time: 5-8pm

Sat., May 11 Rock Out Hunger

@Blackhawk Country Club Join the Loaves and Fishes community ate our largest fundraiser. A gala event including cocktail hour, silent auction, dinner, live auction and dancing to The 925 Band. For more information or to register https://loavesfishescc.ejoinme. org/ROCKOUTHUNGER2019 Time: 5:30pm-10:30pm

Sat., May 11 Blackhawk Chorus Concert

@ Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church Come celebrate love with the Blackhawk Chorus as they perform some of the bestknown love songs written. If your favorite was Elvis singing “I Can’t Help Falling In Love,” the Captain and Tennille’s “Love Will Keep Us Together,” or Frankie Valli’s “Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You,” we’ve got your song plus many more. Join us for This Thing Called Love. We know you will say, more than once, I LOVE THAT SONG! Time: 4pm Tickers and more info: https://www. blackhawkchorus.com/concerts

Sun., May 19 Animals on Broadway

@Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek ARF’s Annual Pet Walk/Parade and Wellness Fair in downtown Walnut Creek. Join ARF in celebrating the special bond between pets and people at this community festival at Broadway Plaza. Bring the whole family - including your pet - and walk to save lives at the Pet Walk! Sign up as an individual or with friends as a team to help raise $100,000 for animals in need at this one-mile walk. Then, the fun continues with raffles, demonstrations, and Pet Wellness Fair offering an array of health services for your best friend. ARF and other rescue groups will have furry friends of all sizes available for adoption. Time: 9:30 am

Mon., May 27 Memorial Day Ceremony

@Oak Hill Park Honor and remember our fallen veterans at Danville’s Memorial Day Celebration. Follow the American flags on Stone Valley Road to Oak Hill Park, where you’ll enjoy live music, entertainment, and a special ceremony including guest speakers and tributes to past and present service members. Bring a picnic lunch and share this patriotic and educational event with the whole family. Time: 10:30 am

Every Monday Tips for Change Community Fundraising Events

@Gianni’s Italian Bistro Gianni’s Italian Bistro opens up their restaurant to support our local nonprofit community. Tips for Change is a fun and unique way for local charity organizations to raise much needed funds. Volunteers and supporters of local nonprofits suit up and become your servers for the evening with all tips and 10% of sales going to support their organization. This event occurs most Monday evenings between 5 and 8pm and is open to the public. Reservations required. More information at www. giannissanramon.com

Every Saturday Farmers’ Market

@Railroad Ave. Municipal Parking Lot - Downtown Get the freshest seasonal fare at the Danville Certified Farmers’ Market. You’ll find fruits and vegetables direct from local farmers, along with fresh-cut flowers, bedding plants, fresh breads, and delicious specialty food items you can eat in the market or take with you to enjoy at home. It’s the perfect place to stock up for the week, or shop al fresco while socializing with friends. This event is located at Railroad & Prospect Avenues and offers free parking in the adjacent lot. Time: 9am-1pm More information at www.pcfma.com

Save the date: Mon., June 24

Paws In Need is happy to announce TIPS FOR CHANGE

@Gianni’s Italian Bistro Welcome Summer by treating your significant other to a tasty Italian dinner and help prevent animal overpopulation by attending the Paws In Need fundraiser on Monday, June 24th, 2019. Join us for dinner and raffle baskets 5pm – 8pm at Gianni’s Italian Bistro, 2065 San Ramon Blvd., San Ramon! Choose your time to attend, make reservations and dine! You’ll have a special a la carte menu, from appetizers to main courses to dessert. Volunteers from Paws In Need will be serving you with style! All proceeds will benefit local animals. The Spay/Neuter and Urgent Care programs rely solely on public donations and contributions from the community to provide financial assistance for veterinary medical needs in the Tri-Valley area. Dinner prices vary and reservations are expected to sell out, so make yours today! Reservations are available by calling the restaurant at 925-820-6969 or by going Gianni’s page on Yelp. For more info, please contact event coordinator Lisa at 925-216-1621 or lisawilliams.ca@ gmail.com. MAY 2019

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rom high tech to conventional occupations, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not surprising that being an effective communicator is consistently one of the top three skills employers seek in a candidate. Being able to listen to others, articulate thoughts, and express ideas in writing are invaluable skills which are not developed overnight. Communication literacy is formed early and refined over time. Self-expression blossoms when toddlers begin to acquire language and builds as they expand their vocabulary. When children possess the words that best describe their emotions and ideas, others can more easily understand them. Their capacity to communicate facilitates making friends and paves the way for harmonious play. Enroll your three- and four-year-old in a preschool that focuses on vocabulary development to help children communicate. The preschool sandbox is the work place group project. Follow quality preschool education with a K-5 language arts program that sets the stage for successful interpersonal interactions, delivers a solid writing curriculum, and provides ample opportunity to take center stage. Kindergarteners can learn to identify the audience, choose words carefully, and look peers in the eye to gauge whether the message is being well-received. Elementary school is the perfect time to teach children to stand up straight, make eye contact, and speak with a loud, confident voice. Schools with strong language arts programs teach students to determine if a source is credible and how to logically sequence information. Utilizing an interesting opener, meaningful repetition, and salient data and examples are refined as students mature and develop their writing ability.

be a public speaker. The goal is to possess the confidence and skill to articulate thoughts or ideas in any venue. Being an effective communicator can open doors and may be the skill that clinches that spot in a top-tier university.

Junior high is when students can really find their voices and are able to digest constructive criticism to further explore and articulate their ideas. Assist your children by selecting a school with specific times set aside to teach grammar, writing, and literature; quality instruction in each subject enables students to learn and practice expressing themselves clearly and confidently. Interdisciplinary units require students to transfer skills learned in one class to other classes. This creates multiple opportunities to practice and refine research, writing, and speaking skills. Look for schools with active debate teams and school-wide speech contests. Students have incentive to â&#x20AC;&#x153;step-up their gameâ&#x20AC;? when competition is involved. Listening to an opponentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s argument, reading their nonverbal communication, evaluating their stated facts, and finding a counter point all become â&#x20AC;&#x153;realâ&#x20AC;? rather than academic. Students begin to view listening, speaking and writing expertise as important and powerful tools.

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In Our Backyard, Ways to Explore the Great Outdoors

EB Park District Celebrating 85th Anniversary with Free Park Fridays and Special Events By Megan Scott, Resident since 2010

o celebrate the East Bay Regional Park District’s 85th Anniversary, the Park District has planned a number of special events and programs, including FREE Park Fridays, FREE Concerts in the Parks, and a FREE multicultural festival. The East Bay Regional Park District is the largest park district in the nation with 25 million visits annually and over 122,000 acres preserved for habitat and outdoor recreation. For 85 years, the East Bay Regional Park District has preserved and protected open space in Alameda and Contra Costa counties, and provided public access to regional parks, shorelines, and trails for hiking, biking, swimming, horseback riding, boating, fishing, picnicking, camping, and nature discovery. Today the East Bay Regional Park District is the largest of its kind in the nation with 73 regional parks over 122,000 plus acres, and over 25 million annual visits per year – more than the A’s,

Giants, Warriors, 49ers, and Raiders combined.

Free Park Fridays: Park entry and other fees will be waived every Friday in 2019 from April to December to celebrate the Park District’s 85th Anniversary. Park entrance and fees for day use parking, swimming, dogs, horse trailers, boat launching, and fishing permits will all be waived. Fee waiver does not apply to special event permits/reservations, camping and associated fees, or state fees such as fishing licenses and watercraft inspections. Fee waiver also does not apply to District concessions. Park entrance is subject to available occupancy.

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Iron Horse Trail in Danville-Photo Credit Courtesy of East Bay Regional Park District

• Lake Chabot Concerts in the Park – Saturday, June 22 (Castro Valley) • Crown Beach Concerts at the Cove – Friday, July 12 (Alameda) • Crown Beach Concerts at the Cove – Alameda, Friday, August 9 (Alameda) • Contra Loma Concert in the Park – Friday, August 23 (Antioch) • Crown Beach Concerts at the Cove – Friday, September 13 (Alameda) • John Sutter Gateway Bridgeyard Festival – Saturday, September 28 (Oakland)

Free Events/Concerts in the Parks: Family-friendly music events with food and beverages available for purchase. Bands and performers to be announced later.

The East Bay Regional Park District is a system of beautiful public parks and trails in Alameda and Contra Costa counties east of San Francisco Bay, established in 1934. The system comprises 121,000 acres in 73 parks including over1,250 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding and nature learning.

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Top Pool Safety Tips for the Summer Swim Season By Jon Lubrano, President, Atlantis Pools Inc.

ummer is almost upon us, which means it’s your pool’s busy season and a good time to brush up on pool safety. To maintain a fun and safe environment around your swimming pool, there are several basic pool safety tips I advise all pool owners to follow. Make pool safety a priority in your backyard by following these guidelines: Have Compliant Drain Covers (VGB) Virginia Graeme Baker, after whom the Pool and Spa Safety Act is named, died from drowning due to a suction entrapment from a faulty drain cover. All pools and spas should have drain grates or covers that meet safety standards to avoid incidents like the one that took Graeme’s life. Powerful suction from a pool or spa drain can even trap an adult. Safety Gates Secure your pool with appropriate barriers. Completely surround your pool with a fence or barrier with a self-closing, self-latching

and outward facing gate. Place a safety cover on the pool or hot tub when not in use and remove any ladders or steps used for access. If you have small children, consider installing an alarm to alert you anytime anyone goes from the house to the backyard. Consider a Poolguard® Safety Buoy Pool Alarm This is a pool alarm that meets county and city requirements for safety and is innovative in that it will alert you in your home, any time something substantial falls into your pool. It’s floats in your pool and is easier and more effective than many door alarms. GFCI and Pool Lights The ground fault circuit interrupter, better known as the GFCI is a safety device used on installations with a higher than normal risk of electric shock. GFCI is a fast-acting circuit breaker designed to shut off electric power in the event of a ground-fault within as little as 1/40 of a second. Pool lights need to be linked to the GFCI to prevent electrocution. Learn CPR Ensure everyone in the home knows how to respond to aquatic emergencies by having appropriate safety equipment and taking water safety, first aid and CPR courses. Keep All Glass Away from Your Pool This summer Atlantis Pools has had to drain three separate pools due to glass tables in backyards that broke resulting in glass in the pool. I can not stress enough how important it is to keep all glass out of your backyard if you have a pool. Spa Use and Alcohol Alcohol and spa use should never go together. Common side effects of drinking while submerged in hot water are dehydration, heat exhaustion and drowning due to impaired reflexes. At Atlantis Pools Inc., we want you and your family to have a safe and fun experience with your backyard pool. Please call us at (925) 736-0447, email info@atlantispoolsdanville.com or visit us online at www.atlantispoolsdanville.com to schedule a visit.

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Blackhawk Bloomers Garden Club By Kim Chandler, Resident since 2012

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Come join us for our Wednesday, May 22 Luncheon Social at 11:15am & Lunch at Noon & Speaker at 1:00pm in the Blackhawk Country Club Ballroom for: • Born and raised in the Danville area • A Member of the DD Riders • Five years on the San Ramon Valley AAU Swim Team • Moved back to Blackhawk in 1984 • Blackhawk Country Club Member since 1984 • Served as President for Women’s Tennis Asscociation • Served as President for the Blackhawk Swim Team • Served on numerous Blackhawk Country Club Committees • Blackhawk HomeOwner’s Association Board member for over 17 years

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“Orchids!! – Everything you ever wanted to know about orchids and more!” Tom Perlite, owner of Golden Gate Orchids in San Francisco will be presenting. He has been growing orchids for the past 40 years. After receiving a degree in Botany from UC Berkeley, he started Golden Gate orchids in 1981. Golden Gate Orchids is a wholesale nursery specializing in cool growing orchids including Odontoglossum, Masdevallias, Miltonias, and Dendrobiums. Tom is an accomplished hybridizer of these genera, with many of his hybrids grown throughout the world. Tom is a retired American Orchid Society judge and has received numerous awards including Grand Champion at the Osaka International Orchid Show, the George Moore Medal, the Butterworth Prize and 8 First Class Certificates from the American Orchid Society. Tom also volunteers at City College of San Francisco in the Environmental Horticulture program, works for a few private clients and does greenhouse and orchid consulting.

You are welcome to bring any ailing orchid plants to the meeting for diagnosis and questions.

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Hiccup or Bubble? By Linda Kralik, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/Drysdale Properties, Residence since 1984

he big question of the day in the minds of both home buyers and home sellers is whether we are in a housing bubble or just a hiccup in the market. The median Bay Area home price rose at its slowest year-over-year pace in two years in January as a slowdown that hit the real estate market in September continued into the new year. The previous 13 months had consecutive months where prices had risen in double digits until September of 2018, when the market downshifted amid a big jump in inventory. Buyers backed off during the past three months of the year amid a fear of a continual rise in interest rates, a sharp stock market correction and general lack of affordability. According to a research firm, CoreLogic, the median price paid for a new or existing home or condo in deals that closed in January in the nine counties was $730,000, down 7 percent from December and up 2.2 percent from January of last year. To narrow down the data, let’s just look at what has happened in Blackhawk within the first three months of this year versus the previous year of 2018, to see where the trends are going.

March 2018 March 2019 % Change Active 37 35 -5.4% Pending 19 12 -36.8% Sold: 21 21 0% In the same time period, it must be noted that the price per square foot went up 9.3% to an average of $484.00 and the Days on Market went from 52 days to sell to upwards of 96 days to sell.

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Just looking at the first three months, the numbers are not really reflective of a Busting Bubble, however they do indicate a slowing down of the buyer frenzy of the past two years. Buyers are recognizing the fact that they have more choices and they are a little pickier about what they will accept and expect in a home that they are looking to purchase. Typically, our market begins to heat up right after Valentine’s day as buyers like to “Spring” into our Selling Season. That being said, the above chart shows that the number of Pending Sales (Those homes where a purchase contract has been accepted but not yet closed) is down over 36%. And this is our busiest selling time. This being the case, Sellers need to be aware that multiple offers are now the exception, not the norm and that they should be willing to negotiate on legitimate offers made on their homes. It has been a reality shock for the Sellers to make this adjustment in their thinking and how they should respond. But all is not doom and gloom. We have a very good economic outlook with many tech and IT firms getting ready to go public, which always increases our market. We have the wonderful amenities of a beautiful Country Club with ‘resort’ style living that is coveted by many home buyers. We are all very blessed to live and play in this wonderful community called Blackhawk.

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Fun in the Community

Blackhawk Country Club’s New Speaker Series featuring Oakland Raiders Coach, Jon Gruden By Mike L. McColgan, Resident since 1990

Hall-of-famer MJ McColgan and Oakland Raiders Coach and Hawk Member Jon Gruden. The new speaker series is off to a great start with Jon David Gruden, head coach of the Oakland Raiders.

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Annual Foundation Fundraiser By Megan Scott, Resident since 2010 | Photo Credit: Marla Levy, Resident since 2013

he T.H.E. annual fundraiser was held March 23rd at the Blackhawk Country Club and this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme was PROM. The proceeds from this fundraiser help provide the school with important Technology, Library, Music and ParaEducator support. Additionally, the Foundation fully funds the Reading Room Program, which was awarded the prestigious Gold Ribbon Award by the School District. As you can see from the pictures this was a night full of fun for a great cause. Mike and Megan Scott in front of the dessert dash items

Checking out the auction items

Saying goodbye to the retiring principal, Ann Dodson

T.H.E. parents having fun for a great cause

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Wine, Food, Golf & Fun

Minneapolis 2019:

Final Four

By Mike L. McColgan, Resident since 1990

arch Madness culminated in the city of Minneapolis this year as the 4 best teams in college basketball aka the ‘final four’ earned the right to try and become a National Champion. My wife and son won the final four ticket lottery a few years ago and now get tickets to this great sporting event every year. This year the final four teams were Auburn, Virginia, Texas Tech and our Alma mater Michigan State. This sporting event is the ‘pinnacle of fun’. It is a 4-day party on steroids. The event was held at the luxurious 67,000 seat USB Stadium in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. The stadium opened in 2016 and is the home of the Minnesota Vikings. In 2018, it was the host of the Super Bowl between the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots.

The National Championship game was exciting as always. In overtime, Virginia edged Texas Tech 85-77 in a battle to the end. We were very happy for Virginia as it was their first National Championship victory in the school’s history. In conclusion, our trip to Minneapolis was extra special this year with the MSU Spartans playing in the Final Four. We look forward to going to host city, Atlanta, in 2020 and seeing the Michigan State Spartans return to complete their unfinished business and win the National Championship. We would also highly recommend a visit to Minneapolis, a great city filled with lots of things to do, restaurants and very friendly people. The best time to visit is April thru October as the weather is very cold and snowy the rest of the year.

We arrived on Friday and attended the open practice of our Alma mater Michigan State. We also enjoyed connecting with our California friend and Final 4 announcer Jim Nantz. Jim also does the Super Bowl and heads to Augusta next week for the prestigious Masters golf tournament.

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At the Minneapolis Convention Center, we enjoyed ‘Fan Fest’ that has exhibits, celebrity appearances, music, food and fun. You can also have your picture taken with National Championship Trophy. The semi-final games took place on Saturday. In the first game, Virginia beat Auburn by 1 point with 3 clutch free throws with no time left 63-62. In the second game, Michigan State was upset by an aggressive Texas Tech team that had a brilliant defense 61-51. It was a very disappointing ending to a great year for Michigan State.

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The National Championship game was played on Monday night. On Sunday, we went to the Mall of America and enjoyed the indoor amusement park and a unique shopping experience at this massive mega mall. We also enjoyed eating at Jimmy Buffett’s restaurant highlighted by the Minnesota Wild Rice Chicken Soup. Opening in 1992, the Mall of America has over 350 stores. 40 million people visit every year, and the mall generates 2 billion dollars of revenue. After the Mall of America, we toured Paisley Park. This 9-acre 65,000 square foot property was the artist Prince’s home and studio. His performance of ‘Purple Rain’ at the 2007 Super Bowl is rated as the ‘best’ halftime show in Super Bowl history. The tour is very interesting and takes about 90 minutes. He died in 2016, but they told us he had enough music in his vault to make one album a year for the next 100 years. He was truly a musical genius. 22

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TrinTrin...Trin

Life through a Lens

By Sonia Lamba, Resident since 2015

he sound of my bicycle bell is a sign that spring is finally here! As I bike down the hilly path, the soft breeze brushing my face feels just right. And of course, buds, flowers, colors, birds chirping and longer days are here too. I am ready to ditch the cold and rain and embrace the warm and dry weather.

The 12 mile Blackhawk loop with top elevation of 800 feet is a favorite among cyclists. Biking and passing along lush Blackhawk and Diablo country clubs, crossing beautiful ranches and horse stables along the Diablo Road makes the trail very scenic, interesting and a must do.

I am out biking on the Blackhawk Road with beautiful plum and cherry blossom trees lining it, pretty yellow mustard flowers and lavender purple flowers popping on the small hills; and the specter of the mighty Mt. Diablo (Devil Mountain) rising in the distance somehow seems to be challenging me. It’s a pretty easy ride up to the parking lot before the tennis courts. But when the Blackhawk road changes into Diablo road at Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd., it’s a totally different story with me panting and ready to quit and turn around.

Another of my favorite trails is the Iron Horse trail, just a few minutes from us. I see here a mix of cyclists, walkers, runners and joggers. In Danville, this trail runs directly behind houses and shops in downtown area. On weekends, my family and I ride up to Danville Harvest, our favorite place for lunch or bike over to farmers’ market to enjoy the crepes at one of the stalls.

Cheery bright yellow mustard flowers

I am sure this is inspiration enough for you readers to go out and ride. I would love to hear about your favorite bike trails!

Out biking on a beautiful Spring day on Blackhawk Road

The plum blossom tree signals the start of Spring

Sonia Lamba As an aspiring photographer, I have always loved taking beautiful photos of my friends and family, nature and travels. After having a fulfilling career in finance in New York, I moved to California in 2014 where my love for photography turned into an invigorating passion. Moving to gorgeous Blackhawk has further enriched and blossomed my love for the camera. I take my camera everywhere, regardless of how short the distance is. Knowing me, there is always a photo opportunity! BLACKHAWK LIVING 23

Blackhawk Women Upcoming Events By Mary Plissey, Resident since 2017

lackhawk Women was established in 1985 by five women with the goal of uniting women in friendship through the sharing of fun, food, and common interests for all women residents of Blackhawk and Blackhawk Country Club. 33 years later, we maintain over 300 members. Each month, we offer the members of Blackhawk Women more than 30 activities to participate in. The benefits of becoming a member of Blackhawk Women are not limited to instant friendships, great ideas, and memories to last a lifetime.

UPCOMING BLACKHAWK WOMEN EVENTS Brunch & Bocce: May 7th

All events require a Blackhawk Women membership. For many of our events, couples are welcome. Other Activities Include: Book Buzz, Bridge, Bunco, Culinary, Hand & Foot, Knit n’ Stitch, Mah-Jongg, Mexican Train Dominoes, Movie Diva’s, TGIF, Wine & Dine, & Other GREAT EVENTS!

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Duckhorn Wine Tasting & Luncheon: May 15th

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Women of Soul, Dance the Night Away: June 19th

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Summer Time Tea Party: July 18th

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Town of Danville Sponsors Second Annual Open Studios By Chris Kenbar, Danville Resident since 2011

ast year, Danville enjoyed the first Open Studios in several decades. 27 artists showed their work across Danville and over 1200 Danville and nearby residents enjoyed the opportunity to see a broad variety of outstanding art, much of it on sale. This year, Open Studios will take place on May 11 and May 12 – Mother’s Day weekend. This will be an excellent opportunity for mothers and their families (and everyone else!) to wander around the neighborhoods in Danville at their leisure and see or buy from the very high standard of work to be presented. Each location will be clearly marked with a street side sign. Additionally, local artists will be demonstrating plein air painting at the Dao House, accessible by shuttle from the Danville Museum on Railroad Avenue. Danville town staff, working with the Danville Arts Commission, have been busy registering artists and preparing the brochure that will list the locations where work can be seen along with images of the art. A map will be included. Brochures will be available at the Village Theatre Gallery on Front Street on both days of the event. Artist studios will be open from 11am to 6pm Saturday May 11 and from 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday May 12.

Tricia Grame is one of the featured artists that will be participating in Open Studios. She will be hosting a couple of other artists in her studio as well. Both the artists and their visitors thoroughly enjoyed last year’s event and this year will be no different. Be sure to visit Open Studios on Mother’s Day weekend!

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About Rats By Mike Scott, Honest Rodent Proofing

ats are incredibly hardy animals who have never shown any problem adjusting to change. Usually that change is the introduction of a new poison, as humans constantly work harder and harder to exterminate these animals. But perhaps no other animal resists such attempts better than the rat. Rather than looking for more powerful and potentially dangerous ways to kill rats, the only real answer to people’s conflicts with these animals is to alter the habitats in which they choose to live to make them less attractive and acceptable. Common conflicts and solutions Food: Rats will eat anything a human will, and more. But worse damage is done by their urine and feces, which are left behind on any uneaten food. Burrows: Although rats may create damage with their burrowing, it’s usually more superficial than structural. Chewing: Since their front teeth grow all their lives rats, chew on things to keep them worn down. This can be dangerous when they gnaw on electrical wiring. Public Health: Rats can carry many diseases that are harmful to people.

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Tolerance Tolerating rats is not something many people want to do. For many reasons people and rats are unlikely to coexist peacefully. But coexist we will, as perhaps more than any other wild animal, rats have adapted to living among humans. That we do not generally tolerate their presence does not mean that we need to use dangerous and inhumane methods to destroy them—or accept a no-holdsbarred way to controlling their numbers. The best way to control rats is to discourage them from taking up residence in the first place. Typically, conditions that support high rat populations are left until there is a real crisis at hand. Then the poisons are used or trapping employed to reduce the population, only to leave unaddressed the cause of the problem in the first place. Any effort to limit rat populations must be followed by taking the necessary steps—exclusion and sanitation—to make sure the same problems never happen again. Identifying rat signs Inside • Gnawed holes up to two inches wide in baseboards or at doorframes (indicates they’ve been there a while). • Smudge marks (body oils) on walls. • Sounds of movement in walls and attics. • The family pet staring intently at a blank wall. Outside Burrows may indicate the presence of rats. To find out if the burrow is in current use, loosely fill it with soil or leaves and check it in a day or two to see if it has been reopened.

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Check out the 9ers By Linda Marver, Resident since 2007

he sky is clearing, sun is shining and flowers are blooming. It feels like spring has finally arrived, not a minute too soon. We have had a very wet winter and early spring. The hills are green and now is the time to get out and golf and enjoy our beautiful community. A lot of fun activities are taking place this month for the Niners: Team Play, Nine and Dine and an Exchange Day! Check the calendar online in fortees and sign up! Welcome to our new Niner, Karin Marsala! Looking forward to meeting you and playing golf. Contact Peggy Punch, Membership Chair at (925) 6484996 or mpunch1@comcast.net if you are interested in joining the Niners. March Charm Day Winners

Jo Peek, March Charm Winner

Blackhawk Niners Charm Day Results for March- Congratulations to all the winners! Charm Winner: Jo Peek 38 Ace of Aces-Low Gross: Lucia De Bene 53 Ace of Aces-Low Net Cheryl Hanson 40 Most Improved from 33.9 to 32.9: Frances Ganz Flight A 1st Place Low Gross Lucia De Bene 59 1st Place Low Net Cheryl Hanson 42 Low Putts Barbara Walsh 15 Flight B 1st Place Low Gross Etienne Melcher 83 1st Place Low Net Donna Wamsley 48 Low Putts Jo Peek 16

May Calendar May 2nd No Play May 5th Nine & Dine May 7th Team Play: Castlewood May 9th Falls, Front; Board Mtg.; TOC#2 May 16th Team Play: Lakes, 8:30 a.m. May 23rd Falls, Back, Charm Day May 30th Lakes, Front; Exchange with Orinda/Guest Day

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Blackhawk Book Group By Ruth Swedlow, Resident since 1981

lease join us to discuss Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan.

Set during World War Two, the book is “Based on the true story of a forgotten hero, Beneath a Scarlet Sky is the triumphant, epic tale of one young man’s incredible courage and resilience during one of history’s darkest hours.” It has been a Best Seller and is a compelling read. This story is based on the experiences of the author’s father, and the author will be attending our meeting. He will be an exciting guest and we hope to have many people coming to hear him talk about the book and about his father. We will meet on Tuesday, May 14, at 10:00AM in the Ladies Lounge at the Lakeside Clubhouse. All are welcome. If you have questions, please contact Mary Camezon (mcamezon@ pacbell.net) or Ruth Swedlow (ruthswedlow@yahoo.com).

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Community Safety

What You Need to Know About Identity Theft and Fraud By Aaron “Wally” Barger, Resident since 2012

early 1.8 billion dollars was reported lost to fraud in the last two years. Children and seniors are at the greatest risk when it comes to scams. Approximately 30,000 complaints of child and teen identity thefts were reported last year and 20% target children. It is estimated that identity theft or fraud will affect more children before they turn 18. The Federal Trade Commission reports that 35% of fraud complaints and 19% of identity theft complaints affect American seniors 60 years of age or older. For seniors, the likelihood of being the victim of a scam is greater because they trust the wrong person most often via phone calls or emails. Wire transfers are the most common method of paying money to scammers. Telephone contact with victims occurs about 70% of the time. The second most common method (9.7%) is by e-mail. Only 5% of the time is a complaint reported due to letter mailed to a victim’s home.

California is ranked third in the nation for reported identity theft. In a recent study, California had a 140 identity theft complaints per 100,000 people and reported a total of 55,418 cases. California ranked 18th out of the fifty states in fraud statistics, which reflects a comparatively lower number of complaints at 570 per 100,000 people. However, California ranked number one with 225,296 complaints reported. Surprisingly, only 27% of all identity theft complaints reported had contacted law enforcement regarding the theft. And, of those only 87% indicated a report was taken. Most significantly, the emotional and financial impact of identity theft has consequences beyond the loss of data and personal information. For many victims the time and money to correct the damage is significant. Many victims have to borrow money from family or friends, take time off from work, or sell possessions to pay for expenses caused by identity theft.

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The most egregious affect upon the victim and family is the emotional distress that can last a very long time. Many victims feel their personal financial security has been compromised. This can cause a sense of helplessness or powerlessness. The vast majority of victims suffer distress for the misuse of their information. In many cases, victims seek professional help to manage the experience of identity theft, either through treatment of physical symptoms or counseling services. How can you tell if your identity was stolen? It can take up to three months to determine whether you are a victim of identity theft. Persistent monitoring of your accounts and personal information is essential. Many people sign up for an identity theft protection product. To report identity theft or fraud, contact the Blackhawk Police Department at 925-646-2441 for additional information or help. If you have an interest in forming a Neighborhood Watch program in your area, contact me at “aaron.barger@yahoo.com”. The Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office, Crime Prevention Unit, can schedule an orientation meeting. Ask for Christina LindWinters at 925-313-2682. BLACKHAWK LIVING 29

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Mayor Robert Storer and Police Chief Allan Shields hand out the “Most Wanted” Award

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We will be selecting 25 Show vehicles for our special awards! Some lucky winners will receive: • • • •

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For those interested in entering their cars in the event, the producers are now permitting “all year” show cars including Hot Rods, Classics, Customs, exotics and foreign collectibles. Car registration runs from 8am to 11 am on Hartz Ave. and Railroad. Admission is only $25 per show car. Shopping for a new ride? Want to arrange a test drive? Visit our Premiere New Car Dealer Sponsors right at our show on Hartz Avenue: Please join our amazing production team as we turn back the hands of time for your viewing enjoyment. Hot Summer Sunday is predicted to be bigger than ever with more show cars, guests and family enjoyment.. Do not miss this spectacular downtown Danville Community Special Event! Producers: David Miller, Lou Marchiorlatti, Linda Mannina

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This special soup shines with bright color and is full of great flavor. Serves 4. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

4 tomatoes, peeled, cut into small pieces (chunks) ¾ cup fresh water plus ¼ cup water to be mixed with corn starch 1 teaspoon corn OR rice starch (to be mixed with ¼ cup fresh water) 1 onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped ½-inch ginger root, peeled, grated 1 celery stalk, washed, diced ½ red bell pepper, peeled, seeded and diced 1 carrot stalk, washed, diced ¼ cup white wine (Chardonnay white wine is preferable) 4-5 cups vegetable-broth OR chicken-broth (homemade broth is preferable) 1 fennel bulb trim the top and bottom, sliced and diced* 1 teaspoon sea salt OR to taste ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground 1 tablespoon olive oil

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½ teaspoon dried basil ¼ teaspoon each dried herb (thyme and oregano) 1 teaspoon molasses and juice of 1 lemon

Garnish: 8 mushrooms, thinly sliced,1 tablespoon olive oil Lacy-green leaf of fennel Combine all ingredients except lemon juice (tomatoes, ¾ cup water, water-corn- starch mixture, onion, garlic, ginger, celery, bell pepper, carrots, wine, vegetable- broth, fennel, salt, pepper, olive oil, basil, thyme, oregano, molasses) in large oven-proof stock-pot and place in the oven for 1½ hours. Stir in lemon juice; adjust the seasoning and thickness (add water if needed). Continue to cook for 10 more minutes or until done. Sauté mushrooms in heated olive oil and garnish soup along with lacy green leaf of fennel prior to serving. Note: The taste will be improved if you make this soup ahead of time and let the flavors mingle overnight. Reheat prior to serving. *Save some of the lacy-green leaf of fennel for garnishing. © 2017 Parisa Ambwani ----- All rights reserved www.enlightenedrecipes.com

About Parisa Z. Ambwani: Parisa, a native of Persia who moved to Blackhawk in 1983, has a BA in Fine Arts. Deeply influenced by her mother’s cooking, she has spent three decades writing cookbooks and pairing food with her poetry, philosophy, herbs and spices, and herbal teas. Parisa’s unique cookbooks are known for their merging of useful culinary information with a clear understanding of the relationship with other human beings and with the universe. She has followed this recipe to write and photograph six books that weave her beliefs into caring words on how to live life to the fullest. Learn more by visiting her website, enlightenedrecipes.com 32

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Graduation is a time of celebrating achievement and new beginnings. For such a significant milestone, a gift of fine jewelry will be a lasting reminder of a grad’s accomplishment. If you have a loved one graduating this year, here are a few graduation jewelry gift ideas for the class of 2019.

Diamond Stud Earrings For a woman, consider a pair of classic diamond stud earrings. Diamonds symbolize endurance and inspire confidence in all who wear them, making them the perfect understated accessory for upcoming interviews. Even the smallest diamonds will make her feel like she’s wearing a piece of luxury. We have a large variety of diamond earrings in a variety of price ranges; find your perfect pair with one of our diamond experts. Charm Bracelets For younger graduates, from middle school to high school, a charm bracelet with its first charm—such as a graduation cap, initial, or diploma pendant—can start a lifelong tradition of honoring significant occasions with jewelry. We carry Pandora® bracelets as well as Rembrandt charms to start the perfect gift they will add to and treasure throughout their life. Watches For men and women who like timepieces, select a gift that is both functional and fashionable. A quality watch is a classic choice for a graduation gift. A fine watch will never go out of style and it instantly dresses up any outfit. Michelle, Breitling and Tag Heuer watches, all available at our stores, are excellent selections that will last your graduate a lifetime. As an added bonus, they’ll have no excuse to be late for their first day on the job!

pieces are full of history and memories, and there’s no better time to pass them along than during a family celebration. Of course, many graduates appreciate cash or gift cards to help with expenses as they start the next phase of their lives. A gift of fine jewelry, however, will be appreciated for years to come and perhaps even become an heirloom itself. To the class of 2019, congratulations and best wishes!

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Our Favorite Inspirational Jewelry Gifts for Graduation 2019

1st Annual Shirley Ann Foundation Benefit Concert and Auction

Don't Miss Danville's Hot Summer Sunday Car Show

What You Need to Know About Identity Theft and Fraud

Blackhawk Book Group

Blackhawk Niners Charm Day Results for March- Congratulations to all the winners!

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Town of Danville Sponsors Second Annual Open Studios

Blackhawk Women

Spring Bike Rides

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Tassajara Hills Elementary School's Annual Foundation Fundraiser

Blackhawk Country Club's New Speaker Series featuring Oakland Raiders Coach, Jon Gruden

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EB Park District Celebrating 85th Anniversary with Free Park Fridays and Special Events

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