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Delta Blues Festival draws near If you want to rock out the end of the summer, grab some friends, family and lawn chairs and head to Antioch’s 18th-annual Delta Blues Festival, on Saturday, Sept. 17.

The one-day event, which takes place on the San Joaquin Delta in Antioch’s Rivertown District, is the perfect way to end the summer, as it combines rockin’ blues music with everything people love about summer, including delicious food.

This year’s lineup includes Jarekus Singleton, Wee Willie Walker, Igor Prado, Terry Hanck Band, AC Myles and 3-Brothers Blues Band. All proceeds from the event will support the San Joaquin Delta Community.

The festival is scheduled from noon to 7:30 p.m., in Antioch’s Rivertown District, off 2nd Street between G and I streets. Admission is free and free parking is available throughout downtown Antioch. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, but alcohol and pets are not permitted.

For more information, email frank@ deltabluesfestival.net or visit www. deltabluesfestival.net.

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Senior Resource Fair approaches Do you want to know what services and resources Antioch has to offer its residents?

Join the City of Antioch as it presents the annual Senior Resource Fair, in collaboration with the Antioch Senior Citizens Club, at 415 W. 2nd St., in Antioch, on Sept. 30, from 9 and 11 a.m. While this event is tailored to the older, more mature residents, anyone interested is welcomed to the event.

This event will be full of information for seniors, such as senior services, housing, medical practices and various vendors displaying products and provid-

“ The annual Antioch Senior Resource Fair is a great opportunity for the community to meet and network with service providers.

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Anibal Hidalo, event coordinator ing informational pamphlets.

Refreshments and snacks will be provided at no cost, although monetary donations are welcomed and all proceeds will be donated to the Antioch Senior Citizens Club.

“The annual Antioch Senior Resource Fair is a great opportu-

nity for the community to meet and network with service providers,” said Recreation and Event Coordinator Anibal Hidalgo. “In 2015, we had a great turn out and our goal is to always to improve, year after year. This event creates a bridge between the residents of Antioch and local businesses.”

The City of Antioch Department of Recreation strives to unify and strengthen its community by creating quality experiences that inspire lifelong learning. In partnership with the Antioch Senior Citizens Club, it has created year-round events that promote community engagement and fun-filled moments. The Senior Resource Fair is one of the many events intended to support and give back to the community. So, please join the fun!

For more information, contact Anibal Hidalgo at ahidalgo@ ci.antioch.ca.us or 925-779-7076.

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Art Wine & Jazz Festival August 27 & 28 Free Admission The Streets of Brentwood Shopping Center Big Stage Events

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12:00-12:45 CCC Performing Arts Center 1:30-3:15 Leah Tysse

Food Vendors Token & Beer/Wine Sales Art Guild of the Delta Community

4:00-6:00 Jonathan Poretz

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The Brentwood Art Society is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) charity • (925) 516-5923

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Project to put gas station on key route

by Corey Hunt Correspondent

Oakley commuters using an increasingly popular route to Highway 4 are about to get a much-needed pit stop along the way.

Thanks to a unanimous decision by the city council, they will be getting the snacks, coffee and gas they can’t start their day without.

Located at the southwest corner of Laurel Road and Empire Avenue, the joint undertaking between 7-Eleven, Inc. and developer Sutter and Pierce EPC, LCC calls for the construction of a 7-Eleven convenience store with fuel pumps and a canopy – along with facilities that will be run by Gateway Self-Storage. To get the approval, city staff amended the parcel’s designation under Oakley’s General Plan from a public and semipublic zone to a commercial zone.

The applicants successfully argued that with this change, their nearly 102,000-squarefoot venue will stand out, because the Laurel Road corridor linked to the freeway has

been devoid of the service amenities found on Main Street.

“The thing I would say about this is that we feel like we’re meeting the need of an area that really has lax food and gas … there’s really nothing along Laurel,” said Blair Skellie, a representative for 7-Eleven who fielded questions from councilmembers, speaking alongside Eric Whann, who represented Sutter and Pierce. “We’re all about being very convenient for people … (so they can) drive the least possible distances to accommodate their needs.”

Despite these key sticking points, the decision to give the green light was not taken lightly. Prior to the vote, Councilman Randy Pope expressed concern that 24-hour operations could invite some unintended consequences, perhaps with transients or other crowds.

“I drive by here every day, I live in the neighborhood right across the street … (and we’re concerned) it’s going to be one of the only places that’s open that late at night; that it’s going to become a congregation area or

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“ The thing I would say about this is that we feel like we’re meeting the need of an area that really has lax food and gas … there’s really nothing along Laurel.

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Blair Skellie, 7-Eleven perhaps a magnet, because it’s the only place to go,” said Pope.

He proposed the convenience store could shut off alcohol sales early in the event conditions became problematic – something that Skellie said 7-Eleven would be open to doing.

Another concern was the proposal’s close proximity to Brentwood’s RandallBold Water Treatment Plant, located just a stone’s throw away, and the potential – how-

ever remote – of gasoline from underground tanks contaminating water supplies. Skellie and Whann said they are working closely with the plant’s operators, the Contra Costa Water District, to make sure that the most appropriate protocols are being followed at all times.

“That’s something we know we need to pay attention to,” said Whann.

Whann also took the time to address the self-storage aspect of the project, which had raised a few eyebrows in a community that already has multiple storage buildings and others in the process of being erected.

He explained that his company was unable to secure an agreement with any recognizable retailers that may have utilized the lot, and that a new storage facility with numerous individual units should be just enough to complement the 7-Eleven and make effective use of the real estate.

According to city officials, project construction is expected soon, with operations up and running sometime next year.

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Oakley puts fire tax on ballot West Nile

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The Oakley City Council has raised concerns about the lack of fire services in the community, and now it’s up to residents to decide if they will answer the call.

The council recently agreed to put a 3.5 percent utility-users’ tax (UUT) on the November ballot, directed at generating about $2 million a year to operate a second fire station in the city. The 3.5 percent charge would be added onto residents’ monthly electricity, gas, cable, water and sewer bills. Special districts and low-income residents would be exempt from the tax if it were approved.

“The fire district is in critical condition,” said City Manager Bryan Montgomery. “The services provided to us in East Contra Costa County are good, but the staffing is wholly inadequate and the funding is at a critical level.”

If approved by a 50 percent plus one majority, the funds would likely be used to operate a fire station in the Summer Lakes development near East Cypress and Bethel Island roads. The city currently has only one station, on O’Hara Avenue, but should have three, according to a recently released master plan.

The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District, which serves Oakley, has dropped from eight stations in 2008 to four today, covering 105,000 residents over 249 square miles.

Oakley’s attempt to garner funds

for the fire district comes just weeks after Brentwood put a similar measure on the November ballot aimed at operating two more stations in its city. The measure is expected to cost Oakley no more than $20,000 to put on the ballot. There are UUTs in place in more than 150 cities in the state and at least four counties, including Alameda, San Francisco and Sacramento.

“We have to do something,” said Oakley City Councilman Randy Pope. “We are not the county anymore. We are a city.

We have been for 15 years, yet we still have county-level fire protection.”

The council initially toyed with proposing a 4.5 percent UUT, but reduced it to 3.5 to make it more appealing to voters. The council also shot down an idea proposed

by Ironhouse Sanitary District Board Vice President Susan Morgan to include cellphone and landline services in the UUT and exclude sewer.

Morgan’s argument was that the inclusion of telecom services would generate more funds over time than taxing sewer bills, but the council believed her proposal would make the tax less likely to pass.

“I think it would be more paletable taking telecom out and putting in sewer,” said Oakley Mayor Kevin Romick.

The lower percentage likely means Oakley will call on Contra Costa County for some funds to operate the station, which in addition to Oakley would primarily serve unincorporated areas of the county, Montgomery said.

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critical condition. The services provided to us in East Contra Costa County are good, but the staffing is wholly inadequate …

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Oakley City Manager Bryan Montgomery Brentwood and Oakley’s attempts to generate more money for the district follow failed attempts by the district itself to pass a parcel tax in 2012 and a benefit assessment last year.

The fire district’s financial problems stem almost entirely from its property-tax allocation being set with the approval of Proposition 13 in 1978, when volunteer departments were sufficient to cover far East County. Its current allocation of 8 cents per property-tax dollar is about half the amount of most other departments in the county.

“I don’t really get it, but there are still a lot of people (who) don’t understand we are still so understaffed and understationed,” said City Councilwoman Vanessa Perry.

“We’ll put (the UUT) on, we’ll give (residents) a choice, and in the meantime, until November, try to get as many people as we can to help educate.”

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The Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District has confirmed that five more dead birds and one chicken tested positive for West Nile virus.

The birds were found in Antioch, Alamo, Brentwood, Concord and Orinda.

The chicken is from Holland Tract, near Knightsen.

“Taking precautions against mosquito bites wherever you are is important,” said Steve Schutz, Ph.D., scientific program manager with the District. “While we are not surprised at the level of West Nile virus activity at this – the peak of the West Nile virus season – our surveillance system is clearly working to illustrate where the hot spots may exist. We have elevated our surveillance and control in these areas to alleviate risk of disease transmission and ask that residents take proper precautions against mosquitoes and their bites.”

Currently, there are no adult-mosquito-fogging events scheduled.

Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District, an independent special district and public health agency, is located at 155 Mason Circle in Concord.

Call the District to report mosquito problems at 925-771-6195 or visit the office between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to get free mosquitofish for ornamental ponds, horse troughs or neglected swimming pools.

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Supporting those in blue Two Brentwood fundraisers last weekend benefited the families of police officers recently killed in Dallas and Baton Rouge. Yoga for a Cause was one, held at Creekside Park.

The other, a lemonade stand sponsored by Back the Blue, was held in downtown Brentwood and put on in part by a local Boy Scout troop. Organizations throughout the country have stepped up to provide events like these in solidarity and support of the recent events.

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TOY finalists complete final phase After a rigorous selection process, the four current Contra Costa County Teacher of the Year (TOY) finalists concluded their progression at the annual Teacher of the Year speech presentation.

The four finalists were each asked to give a prepared three- to five-minute speech, titled, “What have I learned from my students.” It was clear that the 12-person judging panel and audience were very impressed with the four speeches.

Shauna Hawes teaches computer applications and technology to grades six through eight, at Valley View Middle School, in Pleasant Hill. The 18-year teacher has been with the Mt. Diablo Unified School District during her entire teaching career. Prior to her current position, Hawes taught sixth grade core (English, history and reading) at Valley View. Before coming to Valley View, she taught fifth grade (all subjects) at Hidden Valley Elementary, in Martinez, from 1998 to 2007.

Gina Minder-Maldonado recently began her 26th year of teaching. For the past 18 years, Minder-Maldonado has taught second grade at Oakley Elementary School, in Oakley. Her former teaching experience includes preschool and transitional kindergarten, as well as elementary after-school and summerschool instruction.

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From left, the Teacher of the Year finalists are Gina Minder-Maldonado, Oakley Union Elementary School District; Summer Rodriguez, Liberty Union High School District; Shauna Hawes, Mt. Diablo Unified School District; and Joyce Rooks, San Ramon Valley Unified School District.

Last month, Summer Rodriguez commenced her 17th year as an educator for Liberty High School, in Brentwood. Rodriguez has taught all levels of high school English, AP English language and composition and AP English literature and composition. In addition to her education duties, she

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Joyce Rooks began her career in teaching after serving as a senior programmer analyst and senior systems analyst for Mervyn’s, as well as an independent computer-training consultant.

She will soon begin her 14th year teaching for the San Ramon Valley Unified School District, where she has served as an instructor for Dougherty Valley High, California High, and Coyote Creek Elementary. She has been teaching first and second grades for the past five years at Creekside Elementary, in Danville.

“Along with the tremendous speeches, we were very fortunate to have quite the distinguished judging panel,” said Contra Costa County Office of Education TOY Coordinator Jonathan Lance. “As the judges exited, they each said how impressed they were with the morning’s offerings!”

On the evening of Sept. 22, all 21 TOYs, accompanied by their families, friends and coworkers, will be honored at the annual Contra Costa County Teacher of the Year Dinner Celebration, held at the Hilton Concord. Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools Karen Sakata, who serves as master of ceremonies, will introduce the TOYs by sharing a special story that reflects her classroom visits of each teacher during the current spring and summer months. The four TOY finalists will give their speeches to the filled banquet room.

The evening will come to a close with the announcement of the two 2016 to 2017 Contra Costa County Teachers of the Year.

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he Delta Quilters Guild, a nonprofit organization with members from Brentwood and surrounding communities, presents its annual quilt show, at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., on Aug. 27 and 28, starting at 10 a.m. Founded in 1982, the guild’s primary mission is to donate quilts to local veterans, newborn ICUs, chemotherapy clinics and other care facilities. The show promotes the art and skill of quilting with quilts, accessories and wearable art on display. “All the members of the guild enjoy using their time to quilt and donate to these worthy causes,” said Lucy Meis, member and program coordinator for the organization. “We invite everyone to come down and see their creativity in person.” In addition to the quilt show and charitable donations, Delta Quilters Guild also offers monthly workshops and organizes quilting retreats. Tickets are $10 and free for children under 6 years. For more information, visit www.deltaquilters.org.

Last week, I gave you some general cleaning tips prior to putting your house on the market. A little time spent cleaning can lead to big bucks for you. This week I’ll cover some of the “problem areas.”

Windows can be difficult, but are worth doing correctly. There are new, microfiber cloths that make the job much easier, with less streaking (search Amazon.com for microfiber glass cleaning cloth). The key is not cleaning your windows when they are in the direct sun. For the outside, use Windex Outdoor. This attaches to your hose and works even through screens. If your water isn’t too hard, it will even dry without streaking. Test one window first to see if you will need to squeegee. Make sure to do the window tracts, as well.

Before you attack blinds and drapes, dust or vacuum the valance and frame first.

Shut the blinds and wipe with a duster or microfiber mitt. There is also a mini-blind vacuum attachment you can find online. If your blinds and drapes are too dirty, hire a

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If your bathroom grout is stained, ordinary cleaners may not be enough. There is a popular product called Black Diamond Ultimate Grout Cleaner you can find on Amazon.com, plus some special grout cleaning brushes. If this doesn’t work, there are companies that can come in and redo just your grout for much less than replacing your tile. There are also some great new products out there you can spray on your shower after each use to keep it clean, but you usually have to start with a clean shower. If your caulking is too badly stained, there is a great little tool now you can buy at most hardware stores called Caulk-Rite that makes caulk removal and installation easy.

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Lean Up into life-changing fitness

by Amy Schrader Correspondent

Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa is offering select East County residents a program to change their lives and reach their health and wellness life goals.

Lean Up is a free, eight-week, lifechanging fitness, wellness and weight-loss program for people who have struggled with weight loss and are ready to change their lives. The program incorporates exercise, nutrition and wellness training led by fitness professionals.

“Lean Up changed our lives,” said Brentwood resident Brien Devine, who participated in the program in 2014, with his wife Sally. “We both tried different diets and exercises, but we were hit or miss and couldn’t stick with anything. Since we joined the program we learned how to eat correctly, how to work out and the camaraderie within the group was great. We are both enjoying life so much more.”

Since joining the program, Brien has lost 80 pounds and is cycling more than 100 miles a week. Sally lost between 20 and 30 pounds, ran three half-marathons this past year and has embraced running and swimming.

“I’d recommend the program to anyone who wants to lose weight and get healthy, but needs guidance,” said Sally.

According to Ellicia Truitt, certified personal trainer at Diamond Hills and this year’s Diamond Hills Lean Up pro-

Photo courtesy of Ellicia Truitt

Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa is currently taking applications for their Lean Up program, a free, eight-week fitness program that incorporates exercise, nutrition and wellness training. Applications are due by Aug. 31, and participants will have free access to the club for the duration of the program. gram director, there are many ideal candidates for the program, including those who have struggled with weight loss; those who have tried living a healthy lifestyle but can’t seem to find the time; and those who have wanted to be more active, but have never worked out and don’t

know where to start.

“I believe the ideal candidate is anyone who is ready to make the commitment to change their life,” said Truitt. “By committing to this program, these individuals will be given the tools needed to live a healthier lifestyle.”

Participants in the program must complete an application and provide medical clearance from their physician.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their most compelling reason for wanting to join the program and change their lives.

According to Truitt, 25 applicants will be chosen.

Once in the program, participants will meet twice a week for group-workout classes, once a week with a personal trainer, attend motivational and educational meetings once a week and will need to commit to exercising on their own at Diamond Hills, where they will have free, unlimited access for the duration of the program. Participants are encouraged to attend regular group-exercise classes, swim in the pool or use strength and cardio equipment.

“This program is a great way for individuals to come together in a positive, encouraging atmosphere to learn and motivate each other,” said Truitt. “Having others who are going through the same struggles as they are will help them see they are not alone.”

The program, which begins Sept. 12 and runs through Nov. 14, is open for anyone 13 and over. Applications are due at Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa, located at 1510 Neroly Road, in Oakley,

by Aug. 31.

For more information, visit www. leanup.net or call 925-420-4575.

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Art, Wine and Jazz Festival hits The Streets

by Amy Schrader Correspondent

Local art, wine and music enthusiasts are gearing up for one of Brentwood’s biggest events, the Art, Wine & Jazz Festival, on Aug. 27 and 28, at The Streets of Brentwood.

This year marks the festival’s 15th year. The event, hosted by the Brentwood Art Society, will showcase some of the East Bay’s most talented artists, as well as local wineries, live jazz-fusion performances, the sumptuous tastes of local restaurants, caterers and nonprofit organizations, while benefiting art and cultural art programs in the community.

“It’s a free, family-friendly event that has become one of the premier events in Contra Costa County and the biggest event in Brentwood,” said Jack Gaughan, Brentwood Art Society’s event liaison and former president.

According to Gaughan, organizers of the festival expect to see anywhere from 12 to 15,000 attendees over the weekend.

“It’s a family-fun event with something for everyone,” said Gaughan.

The festival will feature a vintners’ circle, where local vintners and wineries will offer their wine for purchase, including Hannah Nicole Vineyards & Winery, Bloomfield Vineyards, Tamayo Family Vineyards, J. Doran Vineyards and Cline Cellars.

Microbrews will also be available from Black Diamond Brewery.

Jazz on the stage will include performances from internationally acclaimed musical talent from Northern California, as well as performances from local high school bands and a cappella groups, including the Divas, Pink Ladies and Jag. The children’s area is a hands-on arena where kids can explore art with free painting at the easels and other artistic endeavors. Additional activities for purchase include an ice rink trailer, where guests can enjoy ice-skating on a hot summer day, and a nine-hole inflatable miniature golf course.

Artwork from Brentwood Union School District students will also be on display at The Wall of Art, and the streets themselves will be decorated with chalk art drawn by local high school students.

An artist’s garden will feature 30 local artists with original pieces for sale. The artwork itself is varied

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The event will showcase some of the area’s most talented artists, as well as local wineries, live jazz fusion performances, local restaurants, caterers and nonprofit organizations. in media, from metal sculptures to scenic and art photography, dichroic glass, up-cycled product art and more.

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The event will also recognize local artist and jeweler Barbie Koncher, named Artist of the Year by the Brentwood Art Society. Koncher has been creating jewelry for more than 30 years, and will receive the award Saturday at the festival.

“I am totally honored that they considered me for this award,” said Koncher. “I never expected to be acknowledged for my art and jewelry.”

Koncher creates stunning kiln-fired bronze, torch-fired enamel, and fused-glass wearable art pieces, combining other materials into her jewelry, such as clay and metal.

The award is especially meaningful to her because she has participated in the festival in previous years, both as an artist and volunteer, and is proud of what it represents.

“This is an amazing event that recognizes the new work of artists and crafters and gives them a venue to showcase their work while also providing a place where kids’ creativity blossoms as they explore art,” she said. “It’s also very meaningful that proceeds from the festival supports the arts in our own community. Art always raises the bar in any community.”

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The Brentwood Art, Wine & Jazz Festival is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 27, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 28, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Streets of Brentwood, located at 2565 Sand Creek Road, in Brentwood.

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My kids would cover their plates and eat faster, polishing off all their food. Poor Dad filled up on bread and curly parsley. It was a good idea in theory, and I think he actually lost a few pounds during that vacation. On every vacation after that, he ordered his own food.

Maury has allowed me to write many embarrassing things about him that most married couples would deem off limits. I say ‘allowed’ like he really has any say.

Typically, he’ll read the paper at the gym. If I have written anything a bit unflattering about him, he will walk in the door at home a little quieter than usual. He never gets angry, but he has mentioned he would like to have his own rebuttal column one day.

The main characters in my columns are primarily my kids. They don’t say it, but I am sure they are not thrilled to have a mom who writes about some of their most personal moments.

First girlfriends, first heartbreaks, saying good-bye to mom and dad on their first day of college – I will admit that I have sometimes abused my power to get them to do things.

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I am fortunate, however, that for 10 years, I have been given the privilege to write about them in the Brentwood Press.

Hangin’ in It has saved me here thousands of dollars in therapy bills and has helped me document my crazy life, much of which I will forget or already have forgotten.

Sometimes, I Vicki look up old columns McKenna I wrote years ago. It is like traveling in a time machine.

On our vacation to Disneyland in 2001, Maury vowed only to eat the leftovers from everyone else’s meals, because he was so aggravated by the amount of wasted food left on our family’s table at a restaurant. The problem was that, at the end of a long, tiring day at Disneyland, Maury was starving. The man clearly needed his own plate of food, but he refused to order his own meal.

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A devoted mother of three, she and her husband own Action Auto and Fleet Repair in Antioch. They read my last column on their way to work and were so disheartened by my daughter’s bad experience with an auto shop that they reached out to me through a beautiful letter that brought me to tears.

They have generously offered to help us get Mary’s car fixed. Who says angels don’t exist? They restored my faith in human kindness and auto shops.

When I write, I imagine I am sitting at Starbucks with you. I am sipping my coffee and telling you what happened to me the other day. Whether the main character is one of my kids learning how to drive or my dog getting skunked or me teaching my step class with an enormous hole in my crotch thanks to my aforementioned dog, I love relating those experiences to you in hopes that you might smile or even laugh out loud.

Life is crazy; crazy good and sometimes crazy bad, but it has been my mantra in life, passed down to me by my grandmother, that you have to find the humor in every situation, no matter how tough that situation may be.

“ When I write, I imagine I am sitting at Starbucks with you. I am sipping my coffee and telling you what happened to me the other day.

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I don’t take this column for granted. I know how lucky I am to be able to broadcast my thoughts, opinions and crazy life experiences out there to you with little censorship and, hopefully, a few laughs.

If ever I go out of bounds or put my foot in my mouth, know that I only have the best intentions, I mean no harm and your next cup of coffee is on me.

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Submissions will not be edited for grammatical errors or misspellings, so it is imperative that you scrupulously edit your work. No work will be accepted without a completed waiver. You may contact Short to obtain a waiver form. Writers retain the copyright for their work; the waiver allows the City of Brentwood to use portions of the material in the anthology for promotional or other uses.

Submissions are to be addressed to Anthology of Local Writers, City of Brentwood, Parks and Recreation Department, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. Submissions from adults with a mailing address in Pittsburg, Antioch, Oakley, Brentwood, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen and Bethel Island and regular participants at Brentwood Writes Open Mic, who live outside the above stated cities, will be considered.

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Submission dates are Aug. 1 through Sept. 16. Short stories and creative nonfiction may not exceed 2,430 words, including the title and the author’s name and city of residence. Poetry may not exceed one page.

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Local Olympian kicks off golf tournament

by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

A local golf tournament got into the Olympic spirit of things earlier this month, with an invitational event kicked off by a torch-lighting ceremony with a local former Olympian.

The Women’s 18-hole Group, a ladies’ golf club at the Discovery Bay Golf and Country Club, hosts an annual invitational tournament each summer with a varying theme. This year, choosing a theme was easy.

“There is a group of ladies who put the event on every year and choose a theme,” explained Joanne Leete. “With golf being back in the Olympics after (112) years, we decided to make this year’s theme the Olympics.”

Leete, who lives in Discovery Bay, has been a member of the Women’s 18-hole Group for six years. She looks forward to participating in the event each summer. The tournament consists of an evening cocktail party, followed by two days of golfing events. Members of the club invite their friends and neighbors to play with them for prizes, but also for a good time.

“This year, at the cocktail party, Jack Disney, who was in the Olympics, lit the

torch for our opening ceremony,” said Cathy Fancey, club member. “Jack actually wore the jersey he wore to compete in the Olympics; I just thought that was so neat.”

Disney, 86, was a member of the U.S. Olympic Cycling Team in 1956, 1964 and 1968. He won several national championships between 1954 and 1973, and was inducted into the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame in 1988. The three-time American Olympic Team member enjoyed participating in the tournament.

“The ceremony was great,” Disney said. “They had all the ladies up on the balcony, the torch was set up at hole number one and they played (the Olympic theme song). It made me think back, and it was an honor to be singled out. It really felt like an honor to me.”

This year, 136 ladies participated in the invitational. This event is not a fundraiser, and organizers sought only to break even with their costs.

“The whole thing was very enjoyable,” Fancey said. “The food was great and all the ladies had fun decorating their (golf) carts. Our sponsors were so generous, and everyone had a great time. It’s really not about who wins, it’s about the fun we had, and we had a really good time.”

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A September 1998 resolution, signed by the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors, allows the library system to declare outdated and damaged library materials as surplus and give them away.

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The concert will be held at the Civic Center Plaza, 3231 Main St., from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Admission and parking is free.

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The Contra Costa County Library is hosting its annual book giveaway, from Aug. 18 to Sept. 4.

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Inclusiveness not a good thing for students

Get out the vote! Beginning Thursday, Aug. 18, at 3 p.m., online voting for the 2016 Best of Brentwood awards is underway! Do you have a go-to burrito place, a dentist who actually makes you look forward to having your teeth cleaned or a new, amazing store you’ve found that you want to tell the community about? Visit www.thepress. net/bob_ballot to cast your votes!

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Congratulations are in order for Brentwood Police Officer Michael Rucker, who was honored as Police Officer of the Year last week! Rucker works with the Brentwood Union School District as the school resource officer and is known for the positive impact he has on students and staff.

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Over in Discovery Bay, Steve Fagalde has taken over ownership of the Sports Bar & Steakhouse. While no major changes have happened yet, we’re excited to see where Fagalde takes the already delicious restaurant!

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The Downtown Brentwood Craft Beer Festival is scheduled for Sept. 17, and Sand Creek Pub will be on hand to give away hats, shirts, stickers and more. Haven’t heard of Sand Creek Pub? That may be because it isn’t open yet, but it will be soon, at 50 Sand Creek Road, in Brentwood.

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While the Big Break Regional Shoreline is closed due to gnarly blue-green algae, the Contra Loma Lagoon in Antioch is still open for swimmers on weekends through Sept. 18. Admission is $2 for kids age 1 to 15 and seniors 62 and older, and $3 for those 16 to 61. For more information, call 1-888-3272757, select option 3 and extension 4518.

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Editor: This response is for California parents and all parents with children.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced that the State Board of Education voted to approve the history and social sciences framework for California Public Schools, which will include LGBT curriculum.

Torlakson and the board are trying to pass this off as a stop-bullying initiative, iced with the acknowledgement of individuals with disabilities.

My arguments against this are as follows.

California voted against same-sex marriage, in favor of Prop 8 in 2008, with 52.24 percent. California spoke loudly and clearly on how they stood on LGBT by voting against same-sex marriage. During this time, and currently, the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition (DSM-5)” still had gender identity disorder listed as a mental disorder, now labeled gender dysphoria. Gender identity disorder, or gender dysphoria, is still, and has been, in the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” (DSM) while the Supreme Court ruled against Prop. 8 for a handful of people suffering from gender identity disorder, who appealed and complained.

Our California votes for Prop 8 were just thrown aside. Now this same handful of people are forcing gender dysphoria to be taught to our innocent children, as young as 7 years old. This revised DSM-5 is criticized as having lack of empirical support.

Mr. Torlakson states, “This is a big win for our students.”

I do not agree with Mr. Torlakson. On the contrary, this is one big mistake.

How did we get here, California parents? It sounds harmless when LGBT is riding on the coattails of anti-bullying and

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Also, I discovered that the American Psychiatric Association (APA), and the American Medical Association (AMA), both have either a LGBT task force or LGBT Advisory Committee. But, neither the APA nor the AMA have a task force or advisory committee for us, the heterosexually and traditionally familial. The heterosexual traditional familial public has no one batting for us. We have lost our voices, our votes, our traditional values and our morals are not being advocated for.

I know that a lifestyle that is still listed in the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” as a gender identity disorder, revised as gender dysphoria without sufficient empirical evidence, should not be taught in our public schools. Do research, don’t accept it, question it, disagree, talk about it, address it in your school and school district. We, as California taxpayers, should not sit on our hands and say and do nothing about this. This is what these special interests are hoping for.

To get involved in fighting for our children who cannot fight for themselves, you can join my group at https://plus.google. com/collection/QPuNbB. Francine Huerta Brentwood

Leer Vineyards changing hands

Editor: As most of you know, Stefan and Tanisha Leer, who started Leer Vineyards almost three years ago, have sold the property as of June 9, and we wanted to take this time to clear up any confusion regarding the sale and change of ownership.

Ric and Michelle Campos have purchased the property at 3501 Byer Road.

However, the wine label that is Leer Vineyards is owned by Stefan and Tanisha. It takes some time to get the correct permits and licensing when it comes to making and selling alcohol, therefore the Campos’ are still hosting the Leer Vineyards tasting room and will continue to sell Leer Vineyards wine.

Once permits are filed, as well as name changes, the Campos family will change the name of the property to Arabella Estate Vineyards, for which they already have labeled a wine with the assistance of Leer Vineyards. Stefan and Tanisha will continue the Leer Vineyards wine label.

The wine club will still continue and will still offer the same great discounts, as well as an amazing selection of wines. You will see wine shipment from Leer Vineyards, as well as Arabella Estate Vineyards; it’s the best of both worlds.

Both of our families share a close relationship, which is why this overlap has been so easy for us and the partnership has been so smooth. You will see all four of us at the Clay Walker concert, since he

was Stefan and Tanisha’s first big-name concert, and they have since developed a relationship with Clay. The concert is going to be amazing, and you won’t want to miss it.

We appreciate your continued support and look forward to fantastic wine and exciting events.

Ric and Michelle Campos Stefan and Tanisha Leer

Contra Costa County’s caring assemblymember

Editor: In today’s negative political climate, there are still some politicians who serve their communities - one of those is our own Jim Frazier.

Neither my wife nor I had met Frazier before, but he apparently volunteers a lot of his time and energy to help children with special needs; most recently, the Special Olympics. When he caught wind of our situation, he reached out to help.

On July 27, my wife wrote the following post on Facebook: “Logan had his bike stolen last night.

Took him three years to learn how to ride this bike made for kids with special needs. Battled through legg-calve-perthes disease, where his hip completely disintegrated then rebuilt itself. This summer Logan finally rode his bike and almost kept up with his brothers. How do you explain to a little boy with Down syndrome that people exist in this world who do bad things?”

She was merely trying to raise awareness in our community that there was an individual, or group, stealing items off patios and to make sure any valuable items were in the garage or backyard.

The outpouring of support and offers to replace the tricycle were amazing.

Frazier’s office also contacted us and offered to replace the tricycle. He met with us at The Little Gym in order to personally meet Logan.

We talked a little and then went into the gym, where he challenged our kids to a roaring game of dodgeball. Not sure which side won, but Logan got a few good shots in.

After the visit, my wife and I looked at each other and said, “Did that really happen?”

We have always looked skeptically upon politicians, due to the negative press we are bombarded with through the media. Frazier restored our faith in at least one assembly member with his incredible act of kindness.

If any of you have a chance to meet with Frazier, please take the time to shake his hand and thank him for the hard work he is doing for the special-needs children and our county in general.

Jim, Paige and Logan Lark Brentwood

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After graduating early from Freedom High School, Cydnee Kinslow went to Pepperdine University with hopes of playing on the basketball team during the 2016 to 2017 season.

However, Kinslow soon decided that a better fit was out there.

After reopening the recruiting process, Kinslow quickly narrowed her choices down to University of Illinois and Texas A&M. After she made her official visits, the Freedom grad chose the Big Ten, ending up at Illinois.

“I went on a visit and fell in love,” she said. “I felt so welcomed here. I love the girls here. I love the coaches here. I talk to them every single day. They speak to me as a player, and that’s how I learn. I love the school. So, I ended up choosing here.”

When deciding on Illinois, Kinslow had two primary concerns.

One was the chance to play immediately, which will likely be granted. Because of her athleticism, she’ll have the chance to play the small forward position, which is currently wide open. Her other concern

was education. As a business major, Illinois’ highly ranked College of Business was attractive.

Although Kinslow never played there, she did attend Pepperdine and was a late addition. While she won’t be subjected to the redshirt year that transfer students normally have, Kinslow will not be eligible until the Fighting Illini start their league season. While that will provide a small delay in Kinslow playing immediately, it’s also not a huge concern.

“It’s no big deal,” Kinslow said. “I wasn’t here during the summer anyway.

That will let me get into the weight room and do all that stuff I need to do.”

Kinslow has made up for some lost time, heading to Illinois early to work out and get accustomed to her new environment. So far, the results have been positive.

“I definitely like falling in love with somewhere and seeing that this decision was 10 times better than the first,” Kinslow said. “It’s just an amazing difference to see a big college in a big conference and all of the different stuff that comes along with it.”

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Former Freedom High center Cydnee Kinslow has opted to transfer from Pepperdine University to the University of Illionis.

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Gymnast takes big step toward Olympic dream

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

As a talented gymnast, Ryan Fuller is taught not to take extra steps during her routines, but she recently took a giant leap that is being applauded because it could help her land in the Olympics.

The 10-year-old former Knightsen resident and national team member, along with coach Rachel Anderson, moved to Spring, Texas, last month to train at the World Champions Centre – where Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles also trains.

“Rachel kind of came to me and said, ‘I have this opportunity to coach there,’” said Kristen Fuller, Ryan’s mother. “We sat Ryan down, and she just kind of looked at us and said, ‘I am going with her.’ We were like, ‘Say what?’”

The 1,900-mile move separates young Ryan from her parents, but it could forge her path to glory.

“A coach is everything and to make up a winning team, you have to have that trust in your coach,” Fuller said. “Whatever Rachel says, that is it. We follow. We put our faith in them and said, ‘OK, off you go.’”

The facility, which features a home-

Former Knightsen gymnast Ryan Fuller, seen with Olympic Gold Medal winner Simone Biles, moved to Texas with her coach last month to pursue her own Olympic dreams.

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school academy, has an onsite sports therapist and mental coach. Ryan’s weekdays are now comprised of training (7 to 8 a.m.), school (8 to 11 a.m.), lunch and free time (11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.), and then gym work until 6:30 p.m. Saturdays fea-

ture more training, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Up until now, Ryan attended public school, where she did her homework during lunch to practice for an average of 26 hours a week at Brentwood’s Black Diamond Kids Center. The new schedule

is rigorous, but is timely for her development.

Ryan is currently on the U.S.A. Gymnastics Talent Opportunity Program National team and will soon tryout for the USA Gymnastics’ HOPES Program, the track for elite gymnasts.

In the meantime, she’s prepping with 12 of her peers, many of who are admittedly more advanced. Among them, Biles is fueling Ryan’s quest to improve.

“It’s great, because I get to look up to the ones that are better than me and see how they do stuff.” Ryan said.

The unique experience for Ryan and her coach wouldn’t have materialized if it weren’t for a chance encounter eight years ago, when the owners of The Little Gym in Brentwood discovered Ryan at just 1 year old, as she casually played at the Lakes Park, in Discovery Bay. Three months later, Fuller signed her up at The Little Gym and later at Black Diamond Kids Center, where Anderson guided her to become the facility’s first level-nine gymnast.

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Gymnast from page 19A of Ryan and her talented coach who built a superstar.

“Not in a million years did I think I would end up in this position,” Anderson said. “I really enjoy coaching and, thanks to Ryan, she challenged me to become a better coach. With her aptitude and talent, I was pushed alongside her. It opened up my door and proved I had potential to become an elite-level coach as well.”

While it’s routine for elite gymnasts to move away from their families at a young age to pursue their Olympic dreams, it isn’t easy for the families left behind.

The distance between Knightsen and Texas has brought on several bouts of melancholy for Ryan’s mom and family,

but it hasn’t affected the vivacious 10 year old. During a recent trip home, Ryan was asked if she’d like to stay two days longer.

Once she heard it meant sacrificing time in the gym, she was back on a plane.

“Other than (that) she is phenomenally talented; she obviously has a good attitude,” Anderson said. “She excels on her good days, and on her bad days, she tries her hardest and comes back the next day eager like it’s Christmas.”

Assuming she continues to develop, Ryan could be in line for the 2024 Olympics. That’s a way off, but the youngster loves every step of the journey.

“It’s kind of crazy,” Ryan said.

“When I was a kid, this was kind of my dream, and now I am here.”

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Fuller, seen here two years ago, will soon tryout for the USA Gymnastics’ HOPES Program, the track for elite gymnasts.

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McCarthy scores third win at Antioch Speedway Last Saturday night at Antioch Speedway, Art McCarthy won the All Star Series Winged 360 Sprint Car Main Event for the third time this season.

McCarthy had a double-win night as he started things off with an eight-lap heat race victory ahead of Dan Gonderman. McCarthy seems to have hit his stride, as he won a few weeks ago as well.

He had a good battle with Winged Sprint Car point leader Billy Aton, but his third win came after a rather dramatic ending after contact with another car sent Gonderman flipping for the second time this season for a lap 22 red flag. Gonderman was OK, but the race was called at that point.

McCarthy was happy to take the win, as point leader Aton finished second to prevent much change at the top of the standings.

Petaluma racer Jake Haulot finished third, ahead of Marissa Poizzi. Gonderman was scored fifth for his third straight top-five finish, despite the flip.

Point leader Richard Papenhausen returned to the winner’s circle with his second 25-lap DIRTcar Late Model Main Event victory. Papenhausen won his heat race and set a rapid pace to win the feature in impressive fashion.

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He led every lap of the race. Hobby Stock point leader Danny Jones kept heat race winner Brian Pearce at bay for a seasonbest, second-place finish in the B Modified division.

Point leader Trevor Clymens won his heat race and finished fourth in the feature, and Al Johnson was fifth.

Making a big statement that he is a serious championship contender, Marcus Smith won his third Wingless Spec Sprint 20-lap Main Event of the season in the Richard Basden owned car. Smith also won his heat race, which had a red flag, when Brandon Burd flipped out the exit gate.

Smith had pressure from past champion Jimmy Perry III, but he prevailed in the end. Point leader Jim Perry Jr. won his heat race earlier in the evening and battled Brian Grier to earn a third-place finish.

Rick Panfili completed the top five.

Two-time Limited Late Model champion Mike Gustafson won his second 20lap Main Event. Heat race winner Larry Damitz came from the back to challenge Gustafson, but Gustafson scored a wellearned victory. Rookie Kimo Oreta scored a solid third-place finish, as Jeff Kendrick made his first start of the season in fourth.

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Veteran Mike Gustafson, #2, added another win to his all-time, division-leading record with his second Limited Late Model Main Event triumph of the season. second half of the race.

Coming off of a good run in the Dwarf Car Nationals last week, NCDCA invader Buddy Olschowka won the 20-lap Dwarf Car Main event. Olschowka started on the front row and ran a good race to collect the win in front of fellow NorCal invader, Chuck Connover, and another

solid effort by championship contender Mike Corsaro in third.

David Rosa continued his recent string of good finishes, as he finished fourth ahead of point leader and heat winner Kevin Miraglio.

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7:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, August 26 Kellogg Creek Picnic Area, 100 Walnut Boulevard, Brentwood The night sky’s two brightest planets are nearing in for a must-see close encounter. Telescopes will be available and participants may bring their own. Dress for cold weather.

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7 to 9 p.m. Friday, September 2 John Muir Interpretive Center, 19 Walnut Boulevard, Brentwood Take a moonlit hike along Kellogg Creek and learn about creatures that come out at night. Experience the reservoir when it’s usually closed.

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Legals NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000005984810 Title Order No.: 160114414 FHA/VA/PMI No.: ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY APPLIES ONLY TO COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR, NOT TO THIS RECORDED ORIGINAL NOTICE. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/14/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/25/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0128327-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: KELLY BERGEN AND MICHELLE BERGEN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE

OF SALE: 09/20/2016 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 60 THYME CT, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 034-300-070-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $386,817.73. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale,

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and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information.

If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times

by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale.

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005984810.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES and POSTING 714-730-2727 www. servicelinkASAP.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 08/08/2016 BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP 4004 Belt Line Road, Suite 100 Addison, Texas 75001-4320 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 A-4586996 08/19/2016, 08/26/2016, 09/02/2016. Oakley Press No: 03-0477 70805 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-652427-JP Order No.: 140024496 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVIDED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/11/2011.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): SUE S COZZA, A SINGLE WOM-

AN Recorded: 3/16/2011 as Instrument No. 2011-0056033-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/12/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $280,442.29 The purported property address is: 130 VELLA CIR, OAKLEY, CA 94561-1796 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 0375100369 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale.

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-652427-JP. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mort-

gagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-2802832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-652427-JP IDSPub #0112666 8/12/2016 8/19/2016 8/26/2016. Oakley Press No: 03-0477 70669 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, 2016.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Live Oak Storage, 1315 Main Street, Oakley Ca. 94561, has possessory lien on all of the goods stored in the prospective units below. The Goods are described as Furniture, Tools, and miscellaneous personal Property. Items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on September 1, 2016 at 8:45 am. In order to collect the amounts due from you the sale will take place at 1315 Main Street, Oakley, Ca. 94561, County of Contra Costa, State of California.

This Lien Sale is pursuant to Chapter 10, Section 21700-21716 of the California Self Service Storage Facility Act. 18 Kolbert Mattie 19 Chris Houston 86 Heather Mosser 113 Michael Shaw 114 Michael Burton 326 Craig Wight 946 Timothy Cerezo Auction is to be held by and John Cardoza # 5860870. Owner reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purchase must be cash only paid at time of the sale. Sale is subject to prior cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party.

Oakley Press No.: 03-0477 70823 Publish dates: August 19, 26, 2016.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Dorothy Dean Sager, deceased CASE NUMBER P16-01173. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Dorothy Dean Sager, also known as Dorothy Sager deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Cheryl L. Chenoweth in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Petitioner, Cheryl L. Chenoweth be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal

representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: September 29, 2016 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Dept: 14. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Joscelyn Jones Torru, 2200 Sand Creek Road, Ste. B-7 Brentwood, CA 94513.

(925) 308-7070 Brentwood Press No. 021273 70824 Publish Dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Administrator of the City of Brentwood will, at 5:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on August 30, 2016, hold a public hearing to consider the following: An application for a tentative parcel map waiver (MS 353-16) to allow the subdivision of an approximately 5.18 acre parcel into two smaller parcels of 2.27, and 2.91 acres, located at 1770 Adams Lane (APN 016-040-007). Applicant: The Rock of Brentwood. Said hearing will be held in the Vista Conference Room, City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. Further information may be obtained from Associate Planner Tim Nielsen, (925) 516-5151 or tnielsen@brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. Before any court challenge of Zoning Administrator decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the Planning Commission no later than the time period provided under the City’s Municipal Code. In addition, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Zoning Administrator at, or prior to, the public hearing. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70834 Publish Date: August 19, 2016.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits, on August 23, 2016 to consider the following matter: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Brentwood Adopting the City of Brentwood 2016/17 Cost Allocation Plan, 2016/17 Compensation Plan and Schedule of City Fees and Authorizing the City Manager or His Authorized Designee to Make Ministerial Revisions to the 2016/17 Compensation Plan; and Repealing Resolution 2015-122 Which Adopted the 2015/16 Cost Allocation Plan and Schedule of City Fees and the Most Recent Revisions to the 2015/16 Compensation Plan. The hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. Further information may be obtained from the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513, (925) 516-5400. If you challenge any City Council action in court regarding this matter, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Dated: August 12, 2016, August 19, 2016 /s/ Margaret Wimberly, CMC City Clerk.

Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70714 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 2016.

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Administrator of the City of Brentwood will, at 5:30 p.m. on August 30, 2016, hold an administrative hearing to consider the following: An application for an administrative conditional use permit (CUP 16-010) to allow the operation of a daycare facility for up to 14 children, known as Evy’s Home Day Care, located at 241 W. Country Club Drive (apn 019-520-053). Applicant: Liliane Bader. Said hearing will be held in the Vista Conference Room at City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California. Further information may be obtained from Senior Planner Jeff Zilm [(925) 516-5136 or mailto: jzilm@brentwoodca.gov in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. Before any court challenge of Zoning Administrator decisions, you are required to appeal the decision to the Planning Commission no later than ten (10) days following the decision, as provided in the City’s Municipal Code. In addition, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the administrative hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Zoning Administrator at, or prior to, the administrative hearing. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70826 Published date: August 19, 2016.

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004227-00 The name of the business: Stay Natural Located at: 5367 Rockrose Way In: Antioch, CA 94531 is hereby registered by the following owner: Rijene Stinson. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Rijene Stinson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 7, 2016 by Deputy A. Gnecco Expires 7/7/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 70615 Publish dates: August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004444-00 The name of the business: Lumpys Diner Located at: 5891 Lone Tree Way #A In: Antioch, CA 94531 is hereby registered by the following owner: Katharine L. Sturgill.

This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/15/16. Signature of registrant: Katha-

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rine L. Sturgill. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 15, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 7/15/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 70568 Publish dates: August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2016.

recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx; using the file number assigned to this case 201601064-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://altisource.com/ resware/TrusteeServicesSearch.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530; WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.Date: August 3, 2016. Antioch Press No: 06-1617 70665 Publish Dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/12/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $462,489.35 The purported property address is: 1258 MOKELUMNE COURT, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 055-400-032-3 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-16-711968-BF . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-16711968-BF IDSPub #0112440 8/19/2016 8/26/2016 9/2/2016. Antioch Press No: 06-1617 70612 Publish Dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

& Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 26th DAY OF August 2016, TIME 9:00AM on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Town Centre Self Storage, Town Centre Terrace, Brentwood, Ca. 94513 County of Contra Costa, State of California, the following: Jose, Rivera, C693 Joey, Trench, C622 Bruce, Stamps, E1314 Gil. Dominguez, D768 Christine, Serineo, D824 The goods to be sold consist of, but are not limited to home and office furnishings, misc. household items, large and small appliances, home electronics, recorded media, Musical Equipment, tools, sporting goods, toys, clothing, miscellaneous boxes and bags of unknown content, etc. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchases in cash only. All purchased items sold as is where it is and must be removed at the time of sale, Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owners and obligated party. Dated this 12th Day of August 2016 and the 19th Day of August 2016 Storagetreasures Phone: (480)397-6503http:// www.storagetreasures.com/ .

Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70745 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 2016.

94513 is hereby registered by the following owners: Theresa A. Thoresen and Craig T. Thoresen. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Theresa A. Thoresen, Craig T. Thoresen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 19, 2016 by Deputy C. Pittman Expires 7/19/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70508. Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

Located at: 5770 Gateway Ct. In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 is hereby registered by the following owner: Catherine Elizabeth Lewallen. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/29/16. Signature of registrant: Catherine Lewallen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 29, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 7/29/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70774 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004489-00 The name of the business: Crazy Bird Lady Located at: 456 Effie Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Peggy (Margaret) Chaloner This business is conducted by: An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Peggy Chaloner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 19, 2016 by Deputy L. Spence Expires 7/19/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70630 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004181-00 The name of the business: Peña Dismantler #2 Located at: 6337 Brentwood Blvd. In: Brentwood, CA. 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Jose Angel Peña and Maria Elena Peña This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Maria Elena Peña. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 6, 2016 by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 7/6/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70605 Publish dates: August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004708-00 The name of the business: Women Helping Women Ministries Located at: 2445 Taylor Lane In: Byron, CA 94514 is hereby registered by the following owner: Priscilla M. Martinez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/1/2016. Signature of registrant: Priscilla M. Martinez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 1, 2016 by Deputy L. Wilson Expires 8/1/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70713 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004534-00 The name of the business: BoHo Babe Foods Located at: 349 Foothill Dr In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Kiki Powers. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Kiki Powers. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 21, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 7/21/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70538 Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004836-00 The name of the business: Mike’s Custom Paint Located at: 4059 Regatta Drive In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 is hereby registered by the following owner: Michael Tallant. This business is conducted by: An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/15/16 Signature of registrant: Michael Tallant.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 5, 2016 by Deputy J. Crawford Expires 8-5-16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70712 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004909-00 The name of the business: Empire Business Center Property Owners Association Located at: 2810 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA 94509 is hereby registered by the following owners: 1. Thomas Frank French.

2. Carole D. French 3. Sally Lea Hickman 4. Elizabeth A. Rimbault, Trustee Rimbault Family Trust of June 30, 1998.

5. Rita Arlene Low, Trustee The Rita Arlene Low Living Trust dated 5/23/2003.

6. C. Denise Stewart 7. Nancy Gann Desimone 8. Patrick Moore, Trustee of The Sara Nichole Moore Living Trust dated May 28, 2002.

This business is conducted by: An Unincorporated Association - other than a partnership . The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1981. Signature of registrant: Elizabeth A. Rimbault, Property Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 10, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 8/10/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 70772 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-01064-CA A.P.N.:051-420-011 Property Address: 1820 East 18th Street, Antioch, CA 94509 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/07/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Jim D. Bias, An Unmarried Man Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 08/15/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0258067-00 in book —-, page—and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 09/12/2016 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale:At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $ 385,111.28 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1820 East 18th Street, Antioch, CA 94509 A.P.N.: 051-420-011 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 385,111.28. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-16-711968-BF Order No.: 730-1604563-70 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVIDED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/8/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Sallie Mellor-Tedesco, a married woman as her sole and separate property Recorded: 12/14/2009 as Instrument No. 2009-0291953-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of

ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004270-00 The name of the business: Indoor Eden Located at: 5783 Woodland Ct In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 is hereby registered by the following owner: Deborah A. Gatt. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2008. Signature of registrant: An Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 8, 2016 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires 7/8/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70500 Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004324-00 The name of the business: Your Dirt Guy Located at: 128 Putter Dr. In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Christopher Allen Kane. This business is conducted by: An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6-12-16.

Signature of registrant: Christopher Allen Kane. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 12, 2016 by Deputy C.Pittman Expires 7-12-2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70613 Publish dates: August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004420-00 The name of the business: En Ti Confio Located at: 2837 Pristine Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Elizabeth Gomez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Elizabeth Gomez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 14, 2016

by Deputy A. Aguda Expires 7/14/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70545 Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004538-00 The name of the business: Teazentea LLC. Located at: 1135 Second Street, Suite C In: Brentwood, CA. 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Teazentea LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Hsiang Li, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 21, 2016 by Deputy M. Barajas Expires 7/21/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70585 Publish dates: August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004574-00 The name of the business: Competive Edge Training & Development Located at: 8341 Brookhaven Cir In: Discovery Bay, CA, 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner: Yolonda Holmes. This business is conducted by: An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Yolonda Holmes.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 22, 2016 by Deputy A. Aguda Expires 7/22/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70725 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004650-00 The name of the business: Islandhaul Located at: 3708 Porter Circle In: Bethel Island is hereby registered by the following owner: Lorenz E. White. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Lorenz E. White. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 28, 2016 by Deputy N. Harper Expires 7/28/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70654 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004921-00 The name of the business: Halloween Outlet Located at: 2665 Pleasant Hill Road In: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, is hereby registered by the following owner: Manteca California Fitness, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8-10-2016. Signature of registrant: Jennifer Challberg, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 10, 2016 by Deputy L. Woods.

Expires August 10, 2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70787 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004922-00 The name of the business: Halloween Outlet Located at: 2220 Railroad Avenue In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner: Manteca California Fitness, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8-10-2016. Signature of registrant: Jennifer Challberg, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 10, 2016 by Deputy L. Woods.

Expires August 20, 2021. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70789 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004961-00 The name of the business: Skin By Tracie Located at: 3850 Balfour Rd Ste 212 In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Tracie Lynn Nystrom.

This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Tracie Nystrom. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 9 2016 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

by Deputy C. Dias Expires 8/12/2021 NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70812 NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004486-00 The name of the business: Bench + Rest Located at: File No. F-0004669-00 The name of the Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2629 Spyglass Drive In: Brentwood, CA business: Armstrong Custom Cleaning 2, 9, 2016.

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LIEN SALE NOTICE Notice is here by given pursuant to Section 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned, Bay Point Tow, 4075 Folsom Ct., Concord, CA, 94520, will conduct a public sale on September 6, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. on the following vehicle: 2006 Audi, VIN #: WAUKF78E06A273620, CA License Plate: 5SMX339. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70761 Publish Date: August 19, 2016.

deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or visit the Internet Web site, using the file number assigned to this case 15-003411. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. www.nationwideposting.com 916-939-0772 Or Aztec Foreclosure Corporation (877) 257-0717 www.aztectrustee.com NPP0289408 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 08/19/2016, 08/26/2016, 09/02/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70810 Publish Dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g ofthe California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005932397. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AUCTION.COM, LLC 800-280-2832 www. auction.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT C O L L E C T O R A T T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 07/21/2016 NPP0287555 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 08/05/2016, 08/12/2016, 08/19/2016.

Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70569 Publish Dates: August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wishto learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-758-8052 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.homesearch.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005943840. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: XOME800-758-8052 www.homesearch.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT C O L L E C T O R A T T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 07/21/2016 NPP0287553 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 08/05/2016, 08/12/2016, 08/19/2016.

Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70566 Publish Dates: August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

fied in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: CARLOS LOPEZ, A SINGLE MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: THE WOLF FIRM, A LAW CORPORATION Recorded 2/26/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0056342-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2121 BARBARA COURT PITTSBURG, CA 94565 A.P.N.: 095-351-029-4 Date of Sale: 9/7/2016 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $491,198.86, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 121915-11. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 7/28/2016 THE WOLF FIRM, A LAW CORPORATION 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: 916939-0772 www.nationwideposting. com Sem Martinez, Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0288303 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 08/12/2016, 08/19/2016, 08/26/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70659 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000005993977 Title Order No.: 730-1604255-70 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/21/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/31/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0240166-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: CHAD JOHNSTON, AN UNMARRIED MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 09/13/2016 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near thegrass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 . STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 831 STEFFA STREET, BAY POINT, CALIFORNIA 94565 APN#: 099-170-046-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $426,338.53. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sellto be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-758-8052 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.homesearch.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005993977. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone

information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: XOME800-758-8052 www.homesearch.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT C O L L E C T O R A T T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 07/25/2016 NPP0287753 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 08/05/2016, 08/12/2016, 08/19/2016.

Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70570 Publish Dates: August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 15-003411 150332360-CA-VOI APN 088-095-020 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/19/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 09/08/2016 at 01:30PM, Aztec Foreclosure Corporation as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Samuel Sandoval Cabellos, and Analilia Rosales De Sandoval, husband and wife, as joint tenants, as Trustor(s), in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Security National Mortgage Company, a Utah Corporation, as Beneficiary, Recorded on 04/27/2007 in Instrument No. 2007-0123997-00 of official records in the Office of the county recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state), At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California described as: 267 SIERRA DR, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $452,104.07 (Estimated good through 9/1/16) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 08/12/2016 AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION Elaine Malone Assistant Secretary / Assistant Vice President Aztec Foreclosure Corporation 949 South Coast Drive, Suite 475 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Phone: (877) 257-0717 or (602) 638-5700 Fax: (602) 638-5748 www.aztectrustee.com NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000005932397 Title Order No.: 730-1603143-70 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 05/25/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0154817-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: MARK STARK, A SURVIVING JOINT TENANT, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 09/12/2016 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 CIVIC DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 IN THE AUCTION. COM ROOM. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 235 CLEVELAND AVENUE, BAY POINT, CALIFORNIA 94565 APN#: 095-042-010-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $96,638.50. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000005943840 Title Order No.: 730-1603357-70 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/11/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/22/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0265695-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JAMES A SANTILLANO, AND AMALIA D SANTILLANO, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 09/13/2016 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 . STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 669 ARMSTRONG WAY, BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA94513 APN#: 010-650-032-5 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $729,921.31. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 12-1915-11 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件 包含一个信息摘要 참고사 항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요 약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/15/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speci-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-12-503146-AL Order No.: 120099543-CA-GTI NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVIDED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/26/2002. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): PETE ANTHONY MURRAY, AND KAREN RENEE MURRAY Recorded: 11/6/2002 as Instrument No. 2002-0412108-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/12/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $279,633.00 The purported property address is: 1212 CLAREMONT COURT, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 010-380-029-8 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you

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may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-12-503146-AL. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www. qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-12-503146-AL IDSPub #0112948 8/19/2016 8/26/2016 9/2/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273 70748. Publish Dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

Rabello to Proposed Name: Ronald Kenneth Rabello. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 9/29/16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b.

The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 8/3/2016 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70657 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca .org) o ponié ndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE: The restraining orders are on Page 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO - LAS Ó RDENES DE RESTRICCIΌN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁ GINA 2: Las ό rdenes de restricciό n estά n en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cό nyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la peticiό n, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras ό rdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden pύ blico que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas ό rdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form.

The court may order you to pay back all of part of the fee and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓ N DE CUOTAS: Si no puere pagar la cuota de presentaciό n pida al secretario un formulario de exenciό n de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a peticiό n de usted o de la otra parte. 1.

The name and address of the court are: (El nombre y direcciό n de la corte son): Superior Court of California - County Contra Costa, 751 PINE STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, direcciό n y nύ mero de telé fono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Denise Family Law and Divorce Document Assistance 1215 Pine St. Martinez, CA 94553 (925) 229-5460 Date (Fecha): July 19, 2016 Clerk, by: (Secretario,por) S. Kricken, Deputy (Asistente) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70614 Publish Dates: August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2016.

Austin Deornellas. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Austin Deornellas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: August 1, 2016 by Deputy A. Vasquez Expires 8/1/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 70617 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or visit this Internet Web site: www.nationwideposting.com or call: (916) 939-0772, using the file number assigned to this case (see File No). Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NPP0288269 To: OAKLEY PRESS 08/05/2016, 08/12/2016, 08/19/2016.

Oakley Press No: 03-0477 70603 Publish Dates: August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $358,095.64, estimated The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 15-1287-11. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 8/6/2016 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: 916939-0772 www.nationwideposting. com Sem Martinez, Foreclosure Officer PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE WOLF FIRM MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0288932 To: OAKLEY PRESS 08/19/2016, 08/26/2016, 09/02/2016. Oakley Press No:03-0477 70775 Publish Dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Sheryl Thomas and Akida Thomas, wife and husband as joint tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 04/27/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0124260-00 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Contra Costa County, California. Date of Sale: 09/02/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $370,974.84 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1285 Poplar Drive, Oakley, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this Internet Web site www.ndscorp.com/ sales, using the file number assigned to this case 16-20176-SP-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 08/02/2016 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1230 Columbia Street, Suite 680 San Diego, CA 92101 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714730-2727; Sales Website:www.ndscorp. com/sales Zahara Joyner, Trustee Sales Representative A-4586308 08/12/2016, 08/19/2016, 08/26/2016. Oakley Press No: 03-0477 70663 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, 2016.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Cuiqiong Luo SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Cuiqiong Luo CASE NUMBER: N161466 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner Cuiqiong Luo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a.

Cuiqiong Luo to Proposed Name: Cuiqiong Jojo Dilbo. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 9/30/16 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 8/4/2016 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70681 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Kenneth Ronald Morgan SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Kenneth Ronald Morgan CASE NUMBER: N16-1436 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Kenneth Ronald Morgan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Kenneth Ronald Morgan AKA Ronald Ken

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Roshawn Heard SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Roshawn Heard CASE NUMBER: N161427 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner Roshawn Heard filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a.

April Maggie Jacobs to Proposed Name: April Maggie Lee Pratt. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 9/27/16 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. Must be served on Father. Date: 08/01/16 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 70619 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2016.

SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Louise Stevens You are being sued Read the information below.

Lo estά n demandado. Lea la informaciό n a continuaciό n y en la pά gina siguiente. Petitioner’s name is (Nombre del demandante): Alfred Stevens CASE NUMBER (NÚMERO DE CASO): D1603497 You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 ) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter,phone call or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children.

You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For Legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts. ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 dias de calendario despué s de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citaciό n y Peticiό n para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefό nica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar ό rdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte tambié n le puede ordenar que pague manutenciό n, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, pό ngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener informaciό n para encontrar a

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004509-00 The name of the business: D & L Trucking Located at: 215 Malicoat Avenue In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owner: David N Poston. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6-1-2003. Signature of registrant: David N Poston. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 20, 2016

by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 7/20/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 70537 Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004510-00 The name of the business: Absolute Live Scan, Notary, and Accounting Services Located at: 215 Malicoat Avenue In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owner: Linda A. Pardini. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Linda A. Pardini. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 20, 2016

by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 7/20/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 70535 Publish dates: July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004535-00 The name of the business: Contra Costa Graphics Located at: 1482 Drake Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owner: Dan Cornelius. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Dan Cornelius. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 21, 2016 by Deputy L. Spence Expires 7/21/2021 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 70606 Publish dates: August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004703-00 The name of the business: East Bay Aquatics Located at: 201 Chateau Ct. In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owner:

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST LOAN: N/A OTHER: FILE: 5157245 DHL INVESTOR LOAN #: A.P. NUMBER: 031-022-036-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/31/2001. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, a California corporation, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by DIANE CREW, THRESA R. AMENT, RENA SIMMONS Recorded on 02/07/2002 as Instrument No. 2002-0043449-00 in Book n/a Page n/a of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 04/25/2016 in Book n/a, Page n/a, as Instrument No. 20160075235-00 of said Official Records, WILL SELL, on 08/29/2016 At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA at 01:30PM, AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 6301 BETHEL ISLAND ROAD, BETHEL ISLAND, CA 94511 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $323,595.30. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. Dated: 07/28/2016 FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, as said Trustee a California corporation 330 SOQUEL AVENUE SANTA CRUZ, CA, 95062 (831) 426-6500 By: DEBORAH L. HOWEY, FORECLOSURE OFFICER FOR SALE INFORMATION: www.nationwideposting.com, or (916) 939-0772 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 15-1287-11 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件 包含一个信息摘要 참고사 항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보 요 약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/10/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: ISMAEL HURTADO AND ESTHER M. HURTADO, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 5/16/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0143747-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 226 EAST HOME STREET OAKLEY, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 035-142-007 Date of Sale: 9/14/2016 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 16-20176-SP-CA Title No. 160104804-CA-VOI A.P.N. 032-410028-8 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/19/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant

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Two people were arrested on Brentwood Boulevard for possession of a concealed, loaded, stolen firearm from Pittsburg.

Aug. 7, 1:36 a.m. Brentwood

The following is a sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments.

BRENTWOOD Aug. 3, 7:59 a.m. A person was arrested for obstructing and putting hands on an officer during an investigation on 4th Street. The person was released to a parent.

Aug. 3, 4:14 p.m. An assault occurred on Kayla Place.

Aug. 4, 8:39 a.m. A catalytic converter was stolen from a vehicle on Bedford Court.

Aug. 4, 6:44 p.m. A person was arrested for an outstanding warrant on Concord Avenue.

Aug. 4, 8:51 p.m. Officers contacted a person during a motorist assist on Balfour Road. The person was found under the influence of a stimulant and was arrested.

Aug. 4, 8:59 p.m. Police arrested a person for possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia on O’Hara Avenue.

Aug. 4, 9:52 p.m. A patrol arrested a person found to be too intoxicated to care for himself and in violation of his felony probation terms on Balfour Road.

Aug. 5, 2:46 a.m. A patrol arrested a person for possession of a controlled substance on Brentwood Boulevard.

Aug. 5, 3:32 p.m. An Optima vehicle battery was stolen from a business on Brentwood Boulevard. Total loss was $271.24.

Aug. 5, 8:24 p.m. A person was arrested after it was determined he was too intoxicated to care for himself and was in violation of his probation on Oak Street.

Aug. 5, 11:36 p.m. A person was arrested for an outstanding felony warrant, possession of metal knuckles, a Billy club, methamphetamine, burglary tools and violation of felony probation on Brentwood Boulevard.

Aug. 6, 4:51 p.m. Police arrested a person found to be too intoxicated to care for herself and on probation on Balfour Road.

Aug. 6, 7:25 p.m. A person was arrested for brandishing a firearm at another person on Balfour Road.

Aug. 6, 10:19 a.m. A person was arrested for violation of a restraining order on Empire Avenue.

Aug. 6, 10:48 p.m. A person was located with a shopping cart full of alcohol with sensors attached to the bottles on Buckingham Drive. The person was arrested after admitting the bottles were stolen.

Aug. 7, 1:36 a.m. Two people were arrested on Brentwood Boulevard for possession of a concealed, loaded, stolen firearm out of Pittsburg.

Aug. 7, 3:23 p.m. A person was arrested for violation of a domestic violence protective order on 4th Street.

Aug. 7, 9:40 p.m. Officers arrested a person found in possession of a concealed dagger, suspected methamphetamine and more than one ounce of marijuana on Balfour Road.

Aug. 8, 10:25 p.m. Police arrested a person for violation of a domestic violence order and transporting 2.7 pounds of marijuana on Balfour Road.

Aug. 8, 10:31 p.m. A patrol stopped a vehicle for code violations on Lone Tree Way. The driver was arrested for possession of Xanax and violation of felony probation.

Aug. 9, 12:41 a.m. A person was arrested for trespassing and stealing $41.77 worth of groceries on Balfour Road.

Aug. 9, 2:07 a.m. A person stole a shopping cart full of liquor on Balfour Road.

Police located and arrested the person.

Aug. 9, 7:53 a.m. A vehicle was stolen on Sycamore Avenue.

Aug. 9, 3:31 p.m. Two people were arrested for assaulting a third person after a verbal altercation escalated on Guthrie Lane. The first person was released on a signed promise to appear and the other signed a juvenile affidavit.

Aug. 9, 4:53 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard, a resident was scammed of $1,800 after receiving a phone call demanding

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OAKLEY Aug. 5, 12:07 a.m. Police contacted people for disturbing the peace on Main Street at Big Break Road.

Aug. 5, 1:20 a.m. Officers intervened in a verbal dispute on the 2330 block of Main Street.

Aug. 5, 8:51 a.m. A patrol investigated a credit card fraud incident on the 400 block of Acacia Avenue.

Aug. 5, 9:26 a.m. Police investigated a missing adult report on the 300 block of Watchtide Way. Aug. 5, 2:06 p.m. Officers investigated a battery incident on the 300 block of Lakespring Place.

Aug. 5, 5:41 p.m. Police arrested a person for brandishing a weapon on the 5000 block of Martin Street.

Aug. 5, 5:46 p.m. Officers intervened in a verbal dispute on the 100 block of Ridge Crest Court.

Aug. 5, 10:34 p.m. A patrol looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 300 block of 2nd Street.

Aug. 5, 11:09 p.m. Police contacted people regarding a violation of a restraining order on the 10 block of Sweetwater Court.

Aug. 5, 11:34 p.m. Officers looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 30 block of Malicoat Avenue.

Aug. 6, 12:34 p.m. Police assisted a citizen while looking into a suspicious circumstance on Main Street at O’Hara Avenue.

Aug. 6, 6:30 p.m. A patrol contacted a suspicious vehicle on the 1700 block of Fairhaven Court.

Aug. 6, 9:00 p.m. Officers looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 4800 block of Chablis Court.

Aug. 6, 10:01 p.m. Police arrested a person for being drunk in public at the 1500 block of Neroly Road.

Aug. 6, 11:31 p.m. A patrol looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 1600 block of Pecan Lane.

ANTIOCH Aug. 8, 2:59 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 3130 block of Hemlock Street.

Aug. 8, 6:48 p.m. A residential burglary occurred and a gun was stolen on the 3150 block of G Street.

Aug. 9, 12:45 a.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 4500 block of Shannondale Drive.

Aug. 9, 12:18 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 4010 block of Rimrock Drive.

Aug. 9, 1:07 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 5050 block of Carbondale Way. Aug. 9, 7:38 p.m. On the 1520 block of Viera Avenue, a person reported being punched, scratched and kicked by their child’s mother in Brentwood the previous night.

Aug. 10, 1:12 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 20 block of East 15th Street.

Aug. 10, 11:51 p.m. A person was robbed on the 3700 block of Sunset Lane.

Aug. 11, 4:41 a.m. A person was robbed at gunpoint of their keys and car on the 2500 block of A Street.

Aug. 11, 7:57 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 510 block of Burwood Way. Aug. 11, 11:08 p.m. A person was robbed at gunpoint on the 1080 block of Prewett Ranch Drive.

Aug. 12, 6:38 p.m. A residential burglary occurred where a person used a key to enter a home and steal electronics on the 4920 block of Bridle Way. Aug. 13, 12:39 a.m. On the 3900 block of Lone Tree Way, a person reported being in an altercation and sustained injuries.

Aug. 13, 9:30 p.m. A robbery occurred on J Street at West 9th Street.

Aug. 13, 9:35 p.m. An assault occurred on the 5030 block of Hollow Ridge Way. Medical was declined.

Aug. 13, 11:29 p.m. A person reported being hit by their girlfriend for unknown reasons on the 4910 block of Pinehaven Way.

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Events Friday, August 19 Great Gatsby

Sweeney’s Grill & Bar is hosting a Great Gatsbythemed dinner fundraiser at 301 Oak St., in Brentwood, from 6 to 10 p.m. The event features the themed dinner, a DJ, raffle prizes, a live Frank Sinatra tribute performance by Mike Spellman and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit A Place of Learning, a nonprofit program that offers free, after-school tutoring. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased on eventbrite.com. For more information, call 925-240-5146.

“The Outsiders”

Stage Right Conservatory Theatre, Inc. presents “The Outsiders,” at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center Theatre, 213 F St., in Antioch.

Performance dates are Aug. 19 and 20, at 7 p.m., and Aug. 21, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors and $5 for children aged 10 and younger. Seniors pay only $5 for the Sunday matinee showing. For more information, call 925-216-4613 or visit www.srctgrp.org.

Starry Nights Concert

City of Brentwood presents Stealin’ Chicago, a Chicago tribute band, in City Park, 710 2nd St., in Brentwood, at 7 p.m. All patrons are asked to follow park rules before, during and after the concerts. No dogs, no glass containers and no audio or video recording devices are allowed.

Ample parking is available, so bring your family, chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner. For more information, call 925-516-5400.

Saturday, August 20 Bark in the Park

The Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood Committee presents the Bark in the Park Dog Parade, at City Park, 710 2nd St., in Brentwood, starting at 10 a.m. Registration starts at 9 a.m. To register, dogs must be licensed, tagged, current on their vaccinations and on a leash. The event is free and dressing your dog in costume is encouraged. For more information, visit https://goo.gl/XAPCfM.

Health Fair

The Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas is hosting its inaugural lecture and health fair, at the Antioch Water Park, 4701 Lone Tree Way, in Antioch, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The fair includes blood pressure screening; blood glucose checks; hepatitis education; hypertension and cardiovascular disease prevention education; breast, pelvic and prostate cancer education; osteoarthritis management; and weight management. A free breakfast and refreshments will be served. For more information, call 707-590-3357.

Sunday, August 21 Clothing and Gear Swap

Little Miss Everything is hosting an East County baby and kid’s clothing and gear swap at 220 Oak St., in Brentwood, at 10 a.m. Bring gently-used clothing, toys, gear and shoes your kids have outgrown and swap with other families to get items your kids need. Bring clothing on hangers, grouped by size to swap. Item drop off and vendor set up starts at 9 a.m. Cost is $5 cash at the door, plus at least one bag or box of items to swap. For more information, email eastcountypls@gmail.com.

Monday, August 22 Delta Informal Gardeners

Delta Informal Gardeners is holding their monthly meeting at 809 2nd St., in Brentwood, at 7:30 p.m. Shawna Anderson of Orchard Nursery and Florist presents Thrillers, Fillers and Spillers, demonstrating how to make container plantings both beautiful and practical. For more information, visit www.deltainformalgardeners.org.

Friday, August 26 Hot August Nights

The Antioch Senior Citizens Club presents Hot August Nights at 415 W. 2nd St., in Antioch, from 5 to 9 p.m. The event includes food, music and classic cars. Tickets are $10, which includes dinner.

This is a great opportunity for the community to come out and enjoy each other’s company.

For more information, contact Anibal Hidalgo at ahidalgo@ci.antioch.ca.us or 925-779-7076.

Saturday, August 27 Annual Quilt Show

Delta Quilters Guild is hosting their annual quilt show on Aug. 27 and 28, at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event showcases its knowledge, experience and creativity. Tickets are $10 and free for children under 6. For more information, visit www.deltaquilters.org.

Art Wine & Jazz Festival

Brentwood Art Society presents the 15thannual Art Wine & Jazz festival at The Streets of Brentwood, 2455 Sand Creek Road, in Brentwood, Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Aug. 28 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. The event includes live music, original art and wines, deluxe microbrews, a kids’ zone, kids’ wall of art, high school chalk art display and high school art show.

Proceeds go to art programs in the community.

For more information, call 925-516-5923 or visit www.brewntwoodartsociety.org.

AHS 1956 Reunion

Antioch High School’s class of 1956 is holding a reunion at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center, from 5 to 10 p.m. Cost is $50 per person. The event includes dinner and a no-host bar. For more information, call Sue Siino at 925-325-9559.

Saturday, September 3 Bike Rodeo and Races

Kiwanis Club of Brentwood hosts a children’s bike rodeo and tricycle races for health, awareness, safety and fitness at Mary Casey Black Elementary School, 480 Farmington Dr., in Brentwood, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event includes face painting, dart throwing, beanbag toss, popcorn, cotton candy, bike safety checks, a fire truck, information and resource fair and more. For vendor and more information, call 925-813-2178 or email aaluevano@aol.com.

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Oakley Senior Citizens present a Jackson Rancheria casino bus trip, on Aug. 23, starting at the senior center, 215 Second St., in Oakley, at 8 a.m. The bus will arrive home about 5:30 p.m.

Cost is $30, which includes round-trip motor coach transportation; $20 bonus cash on card or $25 for table games; and $5 food credit after 55 points on card. Reservations and payment must be made by Aug. 19. For reservations and more information, call Beverly at 925-626-7413 or Tim at 925-679-8636.

St. Anthony of Oakley Basketball

St. Anthony of Oakley is holding Catholic Youth Organization basketball sign-ups for boys and girls in grades 3 through 8, on Aug. 21, 27 and 28 and Sept. 3. For more information, visit www.saintanthonycyo.org.

IHM Basketball

Immaculate Heart of Mary is holding Catholic Youth Organization basketball sign-ups for boys and girls in grades 2 through 8, at Brentwood Veterans Hall, 757 1st St., on Aug. 21, from noon to 4 p.m., and Aug. 28, from 3 to 7 p.m. Players must reside in Brentwood and first-time players must bring a copy of a birth certificate. Cost is $185 per player. For more information, call 925-240-4265.

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The Contra Costa County affiliate of National Alliance for Mental Illness is holding the Family to Family Education Course series, on Mondays, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., starting Sept. 19, for 12 weeks. Learn facts and tools to help with the challenges of a mental disorder. Some subjects covered are symptoms and treatment of major mental illness such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and depression; brain biology, skill training, emotional support and recovery solutions. For more information or to register, contact Nancy Seibert at fam2fam4u@gmail.com or call 925-285-5995.

Volunteer Drivers Needed

Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in the surrounding areas. Drivers are needed Monday through Friday, between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. It takes approximately one and a half to two hours to deliver meals. For more information, call 925-625-4545.

Hula Classes

Halau Kawaikahe Lani Malie is now accepting new students, 8 years old and older, to join hula classes. Learn the beauty, art and meaning of hula dancing and the history of the Hawaiian people and its language. Classes are every other Friday, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., in Brentwood. For more information, call Kapi’olani at 925-550-5656.

GED Preparation Classes

Liberty Adult Education presents two open entry and exit GED preparation classes, at 929 2nd St., in Brentwood, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m. Registration is free, and the only cost is for the textbook. For more information and to register, call 925-634-2565.

Community Meetings

CSBA West Delta Chapter

The California Striped Bass Association West Delta Chapter hosts a monthly dinner meeting, at Bridge Marina Yacht Club, 20 Fleming Lane, in Antioch, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month. Cost is $15. CSBA is a nonprofit fishing club dedicated to preserving the striped bass fishery and the Delta, and to promoting youth fishing. Reservations are preferred, please call 925-699-1699. For more information, email Tom Coss at tomcoss8@comcast.net.

Road Map to College Youth

Opportunity Junction hosts a Road Map to College Youth Program information session, geared toward people ages 18 to 24, who are looking for employment and to go back to school, every Tuesday, at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd., in Antioch, at 10 a.m. The program provides oneon-one support to help complete education at Los Medanos College, financial-aid assistance and job placement. For more information, visit www. opportunityjunction.org or call 925-776-1133.

Job Training and Placement

Opportunity Junction hosts a job training and placement program information session at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd., in Antioch, at 10 a.m.

The program helps motivated job-seekers find employment in a variety of fields at no cost, training for individuals in office and administrative work, support for short-term career technical education certificates and more. For more information, visit www.opportunityjunction.org or call 925-776-1133.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Delta Shadow Boxers Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at 1036 Pacific Grove Court, in Brentwood, at 7 p.m. For more information, call Sue and Duane Schnittker at 925-550-2756.

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Oakley school bus averts train collision Charges may be pending

by Ruth Roberts

A school bus similar to this one stopped at the railroad crossing on Cypress Road in Oakley last week, narrowly avoiding a collision with an Amtrak train when the crossing bar came down on the school bus.

Staff Writer

While a near-miss between a school bus and an Amtrak train in Oakley this week resulted in no immediate charges brought against the bus driver, officials say the errant driver will no longer be serving the district.

On Thursday, Aug. 11, a school bus carrying approximately 30 students from Delta Vista Middle School narrowly avoided a collision with an on-coming train. The substitute driver, stopped briefly at the tracks, flashed his lights and opened and closed the door, as is protocol. As he began to accelerate, the railroad crossing sign came down across the tracks and struck the front of the bus, according to Brandon Correia, public information officer for the CHP, causing the driver to immediately back up the bus. When the driver put the bus in reverse, the crossing sign broke off and landed on the side of the road. The train passed and the bus continued on its route. No injuries were reported.

“After the driver backs up and breaks the arm, he continues on his way, drops off all the children and doesn’t report the incident until he gets back to the transporta-

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tion yard,” said Correia.

The name of the driver has not yet been released.

“It is an unfortunate incident, but fortunate that no one was injured,” said Oakley Superintendent Greg Hetrick. “We got all the names of the Delta Vista kids who were on the bus and sent a message to the parents.” The CHP, the agency responsible for investigating school bus incidents, has not cited the driver at this time. Correia added however, that the CHP is inves-

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Steve Mackelammy, director of transportation for the East Contra Costa School Transportation District, viewed the video, (all school buses are equipped with video cameras) and said nothing of this nature has ever occurred during his time with the district.

“We definitely dodged a bullet; it was very close, about five seconds after the arm came down,” he said. “I have never had anything like this happen. Nothing was wrong with the bus – apparently, he made a mistake.” “The (bus driver) has not been reassigned to a substitute route, and we don’t foresee him driving a bus for the consortium again,” said LUHSD Superintendent Eric Volta. “We take the safety of our students very, very seriously.”

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OBITUARY Larry E. Ruddick Feb. 11, 1940 - Aug. 11, 2016 Larry passed away peacefully after a long, four-year battle with cancer, at his home in Oakley, with his loving family at his side.

Larry was born in Martinez and grew up in Brentwood all his life. As a young man, Larry always had an interest in working on Ford trucks, mustangs and Sanger boats. His passion and love of cars inspired him to become the best Ford transmission mechanic for 50 years. His ability to diagnosis and repair vehicles was like no other.

At the young age of 19, he married the love of his life, Connie. Larry loved his family with all of his heart and was the most giving father, grandfather and father-in-law.

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Some of his hobbies included camping, boating, going out to dinner and relaxing in his beautiful backyard.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Connie (Martinez) Ruddick and his only daughter Lori (Ruddick) Jimenez, along with his son-in-law Alfred Jimenez and two grandchildren, Jarred and Nicolette Jimenez.

Have you or someone you know recently reached a “milestone”? If so, we’d like to know about it!

Examples of a milestone could be: A new baby, A 100th birthday, Engagement/Wedding, Significant Anniversary, Awards Won, Military Achievements or a Hole-In-One!

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unjel Perry and Heather Travers had a fairy tale proposal in the Bahamas. Aunjel graduated in 2001 from Freedom High School and will be graduating from Los Medanos College in December, with a degree in fire science. Heather graduated in 2002 from Carondelet High School and in 2006 from Chico State. She helps run the family businesses, Island Time and Guardian Security Agency. The couple is due to be married on April 29, in Stevinson, California, at The Double T.

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or obese can be particularly crucial for seniors, considering many illnesses are tied to body weight.

Maintaining a healthy immune system also can require eating a balanced, nutritionally sound diet. Staff at the Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center at Durham Medical Center, in Virginia, say people need to change how they eat for every decade they reach. Caloric intake should be reduced, because individuals are generally moving around less, have less muscle and their metabolic rates decline. People who find that they are having trouble losing weight in their 50s and older may be basing weight-loss goals on calorie recommendations for younger people.

Older bodies still require similar amounts of protein, vitamins and minerals as younger ones, but older men and women must balance that need with their need to consume fewer calories. Consuming more fruits, vegetables and lean protein sources, including beans, and choosing whole grains over refined starchy foods can be the key.

Watch what you drink, as well. Soft drinks

and other sugary beverages may be packed with calories you don’t need. Choose unsweetened beverages and opt for water as much as possible. Protect yourself against dehydration, which can be harder to detect as you get older.

In addition to modifying food and beverage choices and reducing their calorie intake, seniors should continue to exercise.

Healthy eating and moderate exercise are one of the best combinations for healthy weight loss or weight maintenance. The goal is to consume fewer calories and expend more energy. While cardiovascular exercises can be a good way to get the heart pumping and stimulate your metabolic rate, as you age you should perform strength-training and weight-bearing exercises as well.

Muscle mass naturally diminishes with age and, according to the Mayo Clinic, if you avoid strength exercises you can eventually lose muscle and increase the percentage of fat in your body. Strength training also helps you develop stronger bones, which can help prevent fractures.

The body’s nutritional and fitness needs change as a person ages. Those uncertain about the lifestyle changes they will need to make should speak with their physicians.

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Getting older is still a license for fun times C ELEBRATING MY SENIOR YEARS IS something I choose to do, as opposed to dwelling on getting older.

Sure, I am not as agile as I once was, but to tell you the truth, I never was Olympic material anyway. I was an average kid who enjoyed some school sports like volleyball and Senior orner gymnastics, but oddly enough, golf was never my thing.

You would think that now, in my mid60s, I would enjoy being one of those lovely ladies in a great-looking outfit, riding around on a golf Marla Luckhardt cart and trying to put a tiny sphere in a small hole hundreds of yards away by hitting it with a stick. I know, it’s a club, and the people who love the game will probably think I am crazy.

But, after attempting to hit the ball off the tee several years ago, I ended up building the equivalence to a small moat while the ball just sat there staring at me in disbelief. At

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several company golf tournaments through the years I was assigned the bar car, and that worked out just fine with everyone.

There are a lot of things that I either can’t do anymore, or choose not to, but being over 50 is not a license to give up everything you enjoy. Cartwheels and somersaults are pretty much out of the question now, but I got a lot of fun exercise dancing at a friend’s birthday party recently.

Growing up back east in the 50s, 60s and 70s was not so different than the childhood that Grandpa had in San Francisco. Sure, we used words that made him look at me like the RCA Victor dog, tilting his head in question, but after a few years, he knew that my dungarees were jeans and my pocketbook was a purse.

What we did have in common was all of the fun things we did as kids. Playing outside until dark was a given, especially in the summer. With no cell phones, the only communication we had with our parents was the opening of a window and my mom yelling, “It’s time to come in!”

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steoporosis is a disease of the bones that occurs when a person loses too much bone, produces too little bone or both.

Though the disease is most often associated with women over 50, anyone can suffer from osteoporosis, which weakens bones and can make them more susceptible to breaks. Exercise is a great way for people to build and maintain strong bones in an attempt to prevent the onset of osteoporosis.

There are lots of things that I either can’t do anymore, or chose not to, but being over 50 is not a license to give up everything you enjoy.

never a need for a second request. We played hopscotch, ring-a-leevio, tag and hide-and-goseek. If we had to stay indoors due to inclement weather, we had a little time for television, but board games and books were priorities.

We walked to school until the upper grades, then took a school bus. If we were lucky, we had bicycles as our means of transportation. If we were really lucky, we had cars.

My first car was a 1963 black Rambler Sedan that I bought for $300. It was my pride and joy. A few more affluent teens had cars in high school, but that was a rarity.

As I write this piece, I think of some of my elders who claimed to have walked uphill to and from school. I never figured that one out, but in the freezing, Long Island winters, with wind-chill factors of negative 10 degrees, it felt like an uphill battle every school day.

Miraculously, we survived!

The other night as I lay in bed, I thought about what it would be like to start over again.

Would I want to? As I drifted off to sleep, I decided I wouldn’t. I like being my age, even with the aches and pains. I wouldn’t give up all the childhood memories and the “Wonder Years” that filled my days.

Technology is fine, and we have made great strides in so many areas, but as I look around a restaurant and see almost everyone on a phone or an iPad, I think back to my childhood and recall a curious thing called conversation.

Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. Visit her website at www.marlasreferrals.com or email her at marla2054@aol.com.

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According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF), weight-bearing exercises can help build and maintain bone density. However, the NOF notes that those who have suffered broken bones due to osteoporosis, or those at risk of such breaks, may need to avoid high-impact weight-bearing exercises, which include dancing, hiking, jogging, and jumping rope, among others.

For those with physicians who suggest they avoid high-impact, weight-bearing exercises, low-impact weightbearing exercises can help them strengthen their bones.

Such exercises may involve low-impact aerobics and using cardiovascular machines, such as elliptical trainers, stairstep machines and treadmills.

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wning a pet is one of the most rewarding things in life; it can even improve your mental and physical health as you age.

Research shows that owning pets can help seniors reduce stress and depression; lower blood pressure, heart rate and cholesterol levels; increase social interaction and physical activity; decrease loneliness; and reduce anxiety, agitation and irritability of patients with Alzheimer’s or dementia. While the benefits to seniors owning pets are clear, pet ownership also comes with daily chores and responsibilities that can become challenging as we age and lose mobility.

Antioch Veterinary Hospital recognizes the importance of keeping seniors with their pets and provides special services to seniors in retirement homes and those who have lost their mobility.

The hospital is one of three veterinary hospitals owned

by Dr. Howard Schutzman and Dr. Arnold Gutlaizer. The doctors own a second location in Antioch and a third in Oakland. They operate a national, award-winning hospital, with their Deer Valley office recognized in the 2012 Vet Economics hospital design competition.

Schutzman takes pride in contributing to the community by offering educational tours to schools and organizations; educational grants; internships and externships to college students; and working closely with local rescue organizations and senior citizens.

“Getting old is hard enough,” said Schutzman. “It is so important for elderly people to keep their pets as they

age. The difference it makes in their lives is incredible.”

Antioch Veterinary Hospital’s senior-outreach program includes visiting senior living facilities and providing veterinary services, vaccinations and exams. They also pick up and return pets for lab work and deliver prescriptions.

“A person’s pet might be the last thing they have in their lives,” said Schutzman. “The owners feel a camaraderie with their pets, who are also aging, and just having another living being to care for makes a huge difference in their life.”

One of the retirement homes Antioch Veterinary Hospital visits is Quail Lodge Retirement Community, in Antioch.

“The visits from Antioch Veterinary Hospital are huge,” said Jenifer Noble, activities director at Quail Lodge.

“Some seniors don’t get pets, because they don’t know how they will get them to and from the vet. These visits make it possible for them to have another living companion in their life to take care of, which brings them so much joy.”

The reward of keeping seniors with their pets is something that reminds Schutzman and his team why they do what they do.

“If we can help keep seniors and their pets together, it makes us feel like we are doing something right,” he said.

Antioch Veterinary Hospital has two locations in Antioch, at 5151 Deer Valley Road, open seven days a week; and at 1432 W 10th Street in Antioch, open six days a week. For more information, visit www.antiochvet.com or call 925-350-8938.

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Dr. Howard Schutzman, of Antioch Veterinary Hospital, recognizes the numerous benefits of seniors owning pets and works with his team to help seniors keep their pets.

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on artists masquerading as charities can victimize anyone, but seniors are

especially vulnerable to such criminals.

People who perpetrate charitable fraud often target older men and women, feeling that seniors are more likely to have a significant amount of money in their bank accounts and are less likely to report

LIVING 50 PLUS crimes for fear of embarrassment. But even if seniors are prime targets for charitable fraud, they still can take steps to safeguard themselves from scammers looking to exploit their generosity.

Never donate over the phone.

No reputable charity will insist on a donation over the phone. When a person calls and says they represent a charity, they should be willing to send you information in the mail, so you can further explore their organization before making your final decision. If a caller attempts to pressure you into donating over the phone, hang up.

Keep a list of organizations you have donated to in the past.

Many people who perpetuate charitable fraud reference a past relationship

or donation history between their victims and the charity the criminal is claiming to represent. This can help you verify if the person calling, emailing or visiting you is telling the truth.

Do not feel obligated to give.

Many charities send gifts to their donors as a token of appreciation for their support. Some criminals masquerading as charities will send gifts to potential victims in an attempt to fool them into writing a check. Whether a charity is legitimate or not, seniors should not feel obligated to donate simply because they received a gift.

Insist that your personal information is not shared.

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information is likely to be sold to or traded with other charities. This can lead to an influx of charitable solicitations that elderly men and women may find overwhelming. So prior to making a donation, speak directly with the charity and insist that none of your information be shared with other charities or organizations. If this cannot be arranged, find an organization willing to make such a concession, and contribute to that charity instead.

Ask for help.

If you are confused when it comes time to make your annual donations, ask a family member or trusted confidante for help, so you can rest easy knowing your donation goes to the intended charity. – Metro Creative

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Starting your second act – how to choose your next career

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he days when professionals would spend their entire professional lives with a

single firm are largely a thing of the past.

In fact, many people not only switch companies multiple times before retirement, but some also switch professions just before retiring. As exciting as it can be to pursue a new career, men and women over 50 know that such a decision is not without risk.

While younger professionals with few obligations can often handle bumps in the road on their way to a second career, older professionals making a similar move often must consider the potential effects such a pursuit might have on their families, finances and futures, including their retirements. As difficult as it may seem to pursue a second career after your 50th birthday, there are steps people over 50 can take when pursuing a new career, ensuring their second act is as successful as the first.

♦♦ Decide what you want, not just what you want to do. The desire to pursue a second career no doubt stems from more than just dissatisfaction with a current profession.

Many people switch jobs, or even careers, because they find their current career is too demanding, leaving little time for family or hobbies that have nothing to do with work. If what you really want is more time at home or more time to pursue a particular hobby, then keep this in mind when looking for a second career, and make sure that career won’t demand too much of your time.

For example, if your goal in finding a new career is to get more work-life balance, then starting your own business, which can require long hours at the outset, and even after the business has established itself, might not be for you.

If what you want is a more challenging career and to be your own boss, then you will likely find the cost of achieving that goal, even if that cost demands more of see Career page 11B

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conducts an assessment to determine the client’s needs and personality in order to pair them with an appropriate caregiver. They also work with the client’s family, taking everything into consideration when it comes to making decisions and determining the most reasonable care plan that can help keep costs down. This extra effort helps further stretch resources over time.

“It’s not only about helping seniors, but also families and caregivers who care for their loved ones,” said Visiting Angels Community Services Director Marla Luckhardt. “We look at the big picture and customize our services for each of our clients. Caring for someone can be emotionally and physically draining.

Helping the caregiver and giving them respite care and support is also so important.”

Visiting Angels also recognizes that, sometimes, seniors are less than thrilled about

Career from page 10B your time, is worth it. ♦♦ Assess your skillset. Professionals over 50 have lots to offer, but it’s still important for such men and women to make an honest assessment of their skillset and find a career in which those skills are transferable.

Some men and women might want to pursue a second career that will make little to no use of their skillset, and that’s perfectly all right. But extra schooling might be necessary in such situations, and going back to school oftentimes requires a considerable commitment of both time and money.

For those who simply want to put their existing skills to use in a different field or environment, assess those skills and look for lines of work in which they will be especially valuable. If there are any particular aspects of your current job that you want to avoid in the future, consider that when assessing your skills and choosing a second career.

Even if they don’t know it, established professionals over 50 have many transferable skills, and such skills can be a considerable asset when pursuing a second career, especially when those skills have been assessed and can be applied to a new profession. ♦♦ Make a trial run. Nowhere does it say that professionals can’t take a trial run at a second career while still fully engaged in

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having someone visit their home to help them.

“Once they meet their caregiver and – over the course of a few visits – experience someone treating them with kindness and caring for them, they usually have a change of heart,” said Trujillo.

Caregivers often form close relationships with seniors and their families.

“Our Visiting Angels treated our mother like she was their mother,” said Harper. “She loved them, and I was grateful. I knew I could trust them, and it made me, as the caregiver, feel like I could share some of the burden and responsibility of caring for her with them. They truly are angels.”

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their first career.

In fact, testing the waters before you jump in is a good way to gauge your interest in a potential second career and how well your skillset applies to that field.

A trial run, which can be conducted by volunteering, working a part-time job or by simply offering your services to a company in exchange for training, can shed light on the inner workings of a particular industry.

Testing the waters may reaffirm your belief that a certain line of work is for you, or it might send you back to the drawing board.

Either way, it’s a valuable experience that may reassure you that whatever decision you ultimately make is the right one. ♦♦ Don’t go it alone. Switching careers after 50 carries some risk, but it’s certainly a risk that many before you have been willing to take. If you know any friends, family members or colleagues who have reinvented themselves professionally, speak with these people and ask for advice. If you know you want out of your current career, but aren’t quite sure of what you want to do next, those who have faced a similar fork in the road may be able to help you narrow down your options. The notion of changing careers is exciting, and you can expect your personal and professional confidantes to share your excitement and be willing to help you in any way they can.

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Meals on Wheels expanding senior services AMY SCHRADER

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opulation growth in Contra Costa County continues to climb, accounting for 15

percent of the Bay Area’s total population growth in 2015, which has placed it among the top three counties in numeric growth increase.

While the overall population of the county is increasing, so has the population of its seniors, which has risen to 241,196 for ages 60 and over and 68,866 for ages 75 and over. That’s a 23 percent increase from the senior population in 2009, according to the 2016 California Department of Aging. In addition, the Public Policy Institute of California expects the senior population to nearly double over the next 15 years, marking a trend that indicates an increased demand for programs that support the growing population of seniors.

Meals on Wheels and Senior Outreach Services (MOWSOS) is a nonprofit organization looking to expand its services to the far east parts of Contra Costa County, including Brentwood and Oakley. MOWSOS provides services to older adults in Contra Costa County, helping them live inde-

pendently and with dignity for as long as possible. While its services cover the entire county, the organization is looking to create new programs in the eastern part of the county and to work with local organizations to reach more seniors in areas who are in need of services.

“We want to have a bigger presence in East Contra Costa County, because more and more seniors are moving there, and they don’t have the same amount of services that are available in the western part of the county,” said Elaine Clark, chief executive officer of MOWSOS. “We will be reaching people who have never had these types of services and need them.”

Besides bringing seniors meals, MOWSOS offers cafés where seniors can gather to enjoy social activities and free or low-cost meals; a home-care registry, which offers support, training and resources for unpaid care providers who are usually family members; trained volunteers who visit seniors and provide companionship on a weekly basis; a fall-prevention program, which helps reduce preventable injuries and helps make the homes of seniors safer for them to live in; geriatric care, which helps provide confidential guidance for seniors

and their families as they seek long-term care plans; and additional plans for new services, including a health and wellness hub that works with different organizations to provide easy, convenient, personcentered care for those who need it.

“It’s going to be a game changer in the way we help people,” said Clark.

Local city leaders and organizations are working with MOWSOS to explore what the organization has to offer.

“We have an aging population in Brentwood, and anything that helps our seniors is good for the community,” said Brentwood Mayor Bob Taylor. “As we age, programs and health care should be available to anyone who wishes to reach out for it.”

Oakley Mayor Kevin Romick added, “Oakley senior citizens would benefit from many of the programs offered.”

MOWSOS faces challenges as it works to expand its services. To combat the situation, it’s looking to have representation on its board of directors from Brentwood.

“We want to have someone join our board who lives in Brentwood, knows how the community works and what its needs are,” said Clark. “We also want people to know that all seniors, regardless of their

We want to have a bigger presence in East Contra Costa County, because more and more seniors are moving there, and they don’t have the same amount of services that are available in the western part of the county.

– Elaine Clark, chief executive officer, MOWSOS situation, can in some way benefit from our services. There is something we can bring for everyone.”

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How to avoid growing bored in retirement

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rom the moment young men and women first walk into the office for their first day as a working professional until the day they

officially retire, the notion of planning for retirement is never far from their minds.

However, when the day to hang up the briefcase and donate all those business suits arrives, some retirees wonder what to do next. Some retirees know exactly how they will spend their days when they no longer have to work, while others who decide to play it by ear may find themselves battling boredom.

For those among the latter group, it’s important to understand that many retirees find themselves bored once they no longer have to focus on a career. Jobs keep men and women busy and provide a sense of purpose, so it’s understandable that retirees feel bored once those jobs are no longer a part of their lives.

But just because you no longer have an office to go to every day does not mean life cannot be as fulfilling or even more fulfilling than it was when you were still working. You just need to find something to avoid succumbing to retirement boredom.

Work part-time

Though it might seem odd to start working right after you retire, a part-time job can provide the type of structure you have grown accustomed to without all of the responsibility that comes with a full-time career. Part-time jobs can range from consultancy work that makes use of your professional experience to something entirely different like landscape maintenance at a nearby golf course that gets you out of the house

and enjoying the warmer seasons. Whichever you choose, make sure it’s something you find fun and interesting.

Embrace a new hobby

Working professionals often say they wish they had time to pursue a hobby. Now that you are retired, you have all the time in the world to do just that. Whether it’s perfecting your golf game, writing that novel, learning to cook like a gourmet chef or whatever else you might have always wanted to do, retirement is a great time to do it.

Get in shape

If retirement boredom has started to negatively affect your mood, one great way to conquer your boredom and improve your mood at the same time is to start exercising.

Exercise is a natural mood enhancer. When the body exercises, it releases endorphins, which trigger positive feelings in the body. In addition, regular exercise has been shown to reduce stress, boost self-esteem and improve sleep. Working out at a gym is also a great way to meet fellow retirees in your community. Additionally, the energy you have after exercising may give you the boost you need to pursue other hobbies.

Volunteer

If a part-time job is not up your alley, then consider volunteering in your community. Volunteers are always in demand and volunteering with a local charity can provide a sense of purpose and provide opportunities to meet like-minded fellow retirees, all while helping to quell your boredom. Retirees who love to travel can combine their passion for volunteering with their love of travel by signing up to work with an international relief organization that travels abroad to help the less fortunate.

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Embracing a new hobby is one way for the recently retired to avoid growing bored during retirement.

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Seniors facing an empty nest or the loss of a spouse may find pets can buoy their spirits. Studies have shown that seniors can benefit both mentally and physically from having a pet around. Pets can alleviate anxiety, depression and boredom.

The following are some dogs that can be especially compatible with seniors.

Pug: Equally playful and willing to be a lap dog, the pug requires little exercise and grooming. The breed is typically nonaggressive and submissive. Pugs are good-natured and playful; they don’t often bark and are easy to train.

Shih Tzu: The Shih Tzu lives for attention, but this breed can be dominant and difficult to train. The Shih Tzu will be alert to its surroundings and, despite its small stature, can be a good watchdog.

Pomeranian: Pomeranians look like

big balls of fur and can bring a smile to an owner’s face. The breed tends to be perky, can display dominance and can be difficult to train.

Because Pomeranians can be dog aggressive, they may be best as the only pet in the house.

Yorkshire terrier: The yorkie is a diminutive breed in size only, as they tend to have exuberant personalities that dwarf their stature. The ideal lap dog, they want to lie around and lounge, though some do like to bark. If the fur is kept short in a puppy cut, the dog can be easy to maintain.

Pembroke Welsh corgi: This medium-sized dog hails from Wales and typically requires only moderate exercise and little grooming. They are easy to train and moderately dominant. They don’t bark excessively, and they often get along with other dogs.

Schnauzer: Available in three sizes, schnauzers are good companions and protectors. This is an intelligent and loyal breed and will need to be kept amused to stave off boredom.

Brussels griffon: These dogs do not shed, but they will require professional grooming at least once every three months.

If socialized early, the griffon can be a good companion, but will likely remain wary of strangers. They are good watchdogs and are devoted to their owners.

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s retirement age approaches, many older adults envision themselves downsizing and moving to a quaint

community to enjoy their golden years in as relaxing a fashion as possible.

However, for a growing number of seniors, their retirement years are being spent helping raise grandchildren. U.S. Census data from 2010 indicates 4.9 million American children are being raised solely by their grandparents.

Although being raised by grandparents may not be the ideal situation for all parties involved, such situations are a necessity for many families. Seniors who are once again thrown into the caregiver arena may need a crash course in childcare or a few pointers on parenting in the modern age. ♦♦ Get the right equipment. Children certainly require a lot of gear, more than grandparents likely used when raising their own children. Certain safety requirements are in place to safeguard young children, and that often means investing in new cribs, car seats, high chairs and other items. Grandparents should resist the temptation to use old items they may have kept in storage, as such items may no longer be safe and could put grandchildren at risk for injury. ♦♦ Gather important documents. Grandparents should keep pertinent documents in one, easily accessible place in their homes should an emergency arise. These documents include birth certificates, health immunization

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Many grandparents provide part-time care when their older children move back home with their families. records, death certificates if the child’s parents are deceased, dental records, school papers, citizenship papers and proof of income and assets. ♦♦ Speak with an attorney. Lawyers can help grandparents wade through legal arrangements, such as filing for custody, guardianship or adoption. Options vary depending on where petitioners live, but lawyers can provide peace of mind to grandparents concerned about their grandkids’ futures. ♦♦ Investigate financial assistance. Seniors may not earn

the income they once did and be on assistance programs or living off of retirement savings. Grandparents who find themselves caring for a child may be eligible for financial assistance. The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families is a joint, federal and state program that can provide need-based financial assistance. The AARP or the organization GrandFamilies may be able to put grandparents in touch with financial advisors in their areas. ♦♦ Contact schools and daycare centers. School-aged children will need to be enrolled in school. Grandparents should contact the department of education where they live to learn about local school systems, especially when grandkids are moving in with their grandparents. Some grandparents can qualify for free or low-cost daycare, and such programs can be discussed with local Social Services offices. Enrollment in school or daycare can provide grandparents with much-needed free time during the day. ♦♦ Find emotional support. Taking care of grandchildren is a full-time job. At times, grandparents may feel stressed or out of sorts. Having a strong support system available can help grandparents work through the peaks and valleys of this new and unexpected stage in life. Churchor community center-based counseling services may be available. Grandparents also can check with their healthcare providers to determine if counseling or therapy sessions are covered under their plans.

Caring for grandchildren is a life-changing event.

Although it can be fulfilling, it also requires a lot of energy and commitment. Grandparents needn’t go it alone, as there are numerous resources available to seniors who suddenly find themselves caring for their grandchildren.

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