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City to fund ag programs and projects

Holiday Parade back on

November 23, 2018

A Passion For Princesses

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The City of Brentwood plans to pour money into a series of agricultural projects and programs in the hopes they will sprout business and renown for the area. The council’s $53,000 pledge to its agricultural business program will be divided among four projects from the nonprofit Harvest Time in Brentwood and the Contra Costa Winegrowers Association and will also involve exploration of a future farm-to-fork program and free U-pick trolley. “The Brentwood Agricultural Business Program includes several ideas, all of which work toward advancing the importance of regional marketing and branding of agriculture and the benefits this brings to the region as well as to the local Brentwood community,” said Brentwood Senior Analyst Peggy Bersee AG page 26

Liberty grad combines her love of Disney and teaching with a new princess venture. Page 11

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he Brentwood Chamber of Commerce has announced the annual Holiday Parade will return to downtown Brentwood Friday, Dec. 7, at 6 p.m. The event was canceled last weekend due to poor air quality from the Camp fire in Paradise. Officials are delighted to be able to bring the iconic parade back for another year. “We are so excited,” said Chamber President Kerri Fritsch. “Of course, it was safety first, and it was the right call, but we are thrilled to have it back.” For more information, call the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce at 925-634-3344.

District seeks input on strategic plan by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

A small group of East County residents urged fire district officials to focus on beefing up the force, even if it means they’ll have to open their wallets, during a town hall meeting last week to discuss the agency’s future priorities. “Of course, we all want to reduce response times, because that is that much sooner that people will get the help they need,” said one resident, who identified himself only as Steve. The input of the 20 or so residents, city and county leaders and district personnel may be incorporated into the organization’s evolving strategic plan that indicates the agency’s hopes to reduce response times, ensure financial stability and

“ This is the very first step in determining what

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Fire Chief Brian Helmick sustainability, maintain a highperforming workforce, modernize stations, apparatus and equipment, and develop a community risk-reduction program over the next five years. It’s expected that the document, slated for adoption in December, will include those goals and baseline strategies to achieve each one. In March 2019, an action plan will also be adopted to identify precise steps toward each goal’s implementation, along with associated costs and a time line. Crafting of the proposed five-

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year outline, to be updated every three years, began in April last year and derives from stakeholder interviews, surveys and workshops, fire board retreats and the guidance of a hired consultant. “This is the very first step in determining what our priorities will be, how we will invest our time,” said Fire Chief Brian Helmick. Aside from homing in on the need for additional resources and an associated tax measure, residents appeared to favor possible plans to double up station crews, to cut down on brick-and-mortar

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costs; require new development, to contribute increased funds to the district for providing service; going after one-time grant monies; and using two-track planning to shape the district’s future, with and without additional funds. “Even before we go to the public, we need to look at the two-track planning, what the district can live on without new funds and what is needed in order to create the district the area needs,” said Brentwood City Councilmember Karen Rarey. Statistics show that the district needs additional resources to meet current response time standards. Depending on the call area, the agency’s response times, 90 percent of the time, are between see District page 26

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Local group, Hold Your Horses, joins the fight to save livestock trapped in Camp fire. Page 4

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Police department gets enforcement grant The Brentwood Police Department has been awarded a $70,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a year-long enforcement and public awareness program. The traffic safety program is intended to educate the public on safe roadway habits and deter people from violating traffic laws or practicing other unsafe behaviors that lead to injuries and fatalities. “The Brentwood Police Department cares about the traffic concerns in our community and how it affects the quality of life for our citizens,” said Chief Tom Hansen. “We are working on addressing the concerns through both enforcement and educational means with the help of this OTS grant.” The grant from OTS will fund various education and enforcement activities for the 2019 federal fiscal year (Oct. 1, 2018 to Sept. 30, 2019): • DUI checkpoints and saturation patrols to take suspected alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers – and those unlicensed or with a revoked or suspended license – off the road.

• Traffic-safety education presentations for youth and community members on distracted, impaired and teen driving, and bicycle and pedestrian safety. • Patrols at intersections with increased incidents of pedestrian and bike collisions. • Checking for seat belt and child safety seat compliance. • Motorcycle safety operations in areas with high rider volume and where higher rate of motorcycle crashes occur. • Speeding, red-light and stop-sign enforcement. • Warrant service operations targeting multiple DUI offenders. • Compilation of DUI Hot Sheets identifying repeat DUI offenders • Specialized DUI and drugged-driving training to identify and apprehend suspected impaired drivers. In 2016, 3,623 people were killed in crashes across the state, a 7 percent increase from 2015, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Particularly alarming is the rise in pedestrian deaths, with 867 pedestrians killed

on California roadways in 2016 – a nearly 33 percent increase from 2012. Along with the growing dangers of distracting technologies like phones and drug-impaired driving, this grant funding will provide opportunities to combat these dangerous and illegal behaviors. “Almost all crashes are preventable,”

OTS director Rhonda Craft said. “Education and enforcement go hand in hand helping change behaviors that cause devastating crashes.” Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Local team helps four-legged fire victims by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

In the chaos of a large forest fire, things happen quickly. A banging on the door in the middle of the night sends panicked families to their cars as they evacuate their homes with nothing but the clothes on their backs and what they can grab as they flee. What happens when there are more than just the human members of a family to worry about? Pets can easily be added to the car, but horses and other livestock require more time and equipment to move. The Camp fire in Butte County has forced thousands of people to leave their homes and beloved animals in their rush to safety. Two local women are doing something to help those owners who may be in danger of losing their animals. “We founded Hold Your Horses the weekend of the Mount Diablo Fire in 2013,” said Chantel Tieman, a horse owner in Brentwood. “Our family was pulling horses away from the fire, and it was mass chaos, and we figured there had to be a better way to do this.” Tieman and her daughter, Naydeene Koster, put their heads together and came up with Hold Your Horses Livestock Emergency Evacuation Response Team (HYH). Over time, they’ve grown their plan and their reach beyond Contra Costa County. They have now helped animal owners all over Northern California, and when there is a fire, HYH comes running.

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Chantel Tieman, left, and her daughter, Naydeene Koster (with baby Jaxon) are the energy behind Hold Your Horses, a group that helps horses and livestock escape from life-threatening situations such as the recent Camp fire in Paradise. “We have about 350 members who offer to haul and house animals on their ranches temporarily,” Tieman explained. “But we also have a strike team that goes behind the lines and gets the animals. And we will continue to bring supplies as long as we can. After the last big Butte fire, we brought supplies for three months after it was over. Our biggest focus is to go straight to the stables and ranchers and get them the supplies they need for horses, dogs, cats, sheep – whatever.” Tieman sent her strike team to the Camp fire last week to help back-up the North Valley Animal Disaster Group (NVADG). The strike team, led by

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Brentwood resident Kate Ridener, spent 72 hours assisting local authorities in evacuation and sheltering animals. All members of the team donated their time, trailers and more to help the victims of the Camp fire, both two-legged and four. “Volunteering for HYH allows me to make a difference during tragedies like the Camp fire in Butte County,” Ridener said. “Whether is it is a high-risk rescue, ensuring fire victims have supplies or educating the public on disaster preparedness, Hold Your Horses Livestock Evacuation will be there.” Tieman and Koster are currently gathering supplies to take to Butte County next

week. Their trailers will be loaded with food, veterinary supplies, blankets and more to help fire victims in the next phase: rebuilding. “We have several phases to our program, not just evacuation,” Tieman said. “We not only rescue and temporarily house, we continue to offer support with feed, horse blankets, dog food, cat food, Visa gift cards – whatever they need to take care of their animals. Our main focus is livestock, but horse owners always have cats and dogs and other animals, too. We also educate ranchers on how to keep their land safer and be ready for a disaster.” Koster, a new mother, has been handling behind-the-scenes operations: running dispatch, answering calls, updating animal owners and keeping track of the group’s drivers during rescue missions. She said that while the work is hard, the reward is sweet. “Mainly, after all the hard work is done and the dust is settled, I love reuniting the animals with their owners,” Koster smiled. “Seeing the look of joy on the owner’s faces, it makes all the work and the long nights and suffering worth it. Seeing how much it means to them makes it worth it to me.” HYH is currently asking for donations to take north to Butte County and will continue to do so in the months to come. To donate to their rescue and education efforts, or for more information, contact 925-5841976 or somedayranch@comcast.net or visit the group’s Facebook page at www.facebook. com/HoldYourHorsesContraCosta. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

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Tunnels opponents score a victory by Tony Kukulich Staff Writer

In the bitter battle over the future of the California WaterFix Project, opponents recently scored a victory in their effort to stop the construction of Delta Tunnels. The development occurred when the Delta Stewardship Council (DSC) staff issued a preliminary finding stating that WaterFix, as it exists today, is inconsistent with the Delta Plan. Without a certificate of consistency, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) cannot move WaterFix forward. The finding read, in part, “Staff recommends that the Council conclude that substantial evidence does not exist in the record to support (DWR’s) findings that California WaterFix is consistent with the Delta Plan. Staff further recommends that the Council remand the matter to (DWR) for reconsideration…” Obtaining a certificate of consistency is a regulatory requirement for development projects in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. The certificate asserts the construction and operation of a project is consistent with the Delta Plan – a comprehensive, long-term strategy for managing Delta resources. At the heart of the plan is a requirement that the Delta be managed for the co-equal goals of providing a more reliable water supply for California while

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Opponents of the California WaterFix Project scored a win this week in their fight to stop the construction of the Delta Tunnels. protecting, restoring and enhancing the Delta ecosystem. These goals must, according to the plan, be achieved in a manner that protects and enhances the unique cultural, recreational, natural resource and agricultural values of the Delta as an evolving place. Any project seeking a certificate of consistency must provide evidence that the project balances both sides of that equation. DWR, the agency responsible for implementing WaterFix, submitted its certificate of consistency to the DSC this past August. Its submission was ap-

pealed by nine groups representing more than 20 agencies that opposed DWR’s action. Three days of testimony and public comments in which proponents and opponents of the project argued their case were held by the DSC in October, and the outcome of that hearing was the draft recommendation issued by the DSC staff. “The staff of the Delta Stewardship Council has found the deeply flawed twin tunnels proposal does not respect local communities, reduce reliance on the Delta or support healthy Delta flows, per requirements of the Delta Plan,” wrote

Assemblymember Jim Frazier (D-Discovery Bay). “The plan does not use the best science and fails to honestly assess the impacts to Delta communities and the region’s agricultural and recreational economy.” A hearing to review the staff recommendation was held Nov. 15. At the conclusion of that session, DSC Chair Randy Fiorini suggested that DWR withdraw its certification. “Frankly, I’m frustrated,” said Fiorini. “This project came to us before it was ready. At this point, with the weaknesses identified, and obviously in my opinion, there’s more work to do. I would strongly encourage (DWR) to consider withdrawing the certification of consistency.” The DSC staff report stated that of DWR’s submission fell short proving consistency with five of the 12 impacted policies of the Delta Plan. The report cites inconsistency with requirements including: using the best available science, adhering to water-flow requirements that impact water quality, proving that water suppliers receiving water from the project have made adequate efforts to reduce reliance on the Delta and improve regional reliance, and ensuring the project is compatible with local land use in existing Delta communities. “DWR will have difficulty demonstrating that the tunnels project reduces see Tunnels page 21

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Local fire districts receive grant The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD), along with the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (ConFire) has received a grant from the State of California Office of Traffic Safety for emergency medical service vehicle extrication equipment. The grant for both districts totals $93,000. Extrication equipment will be purchased and used by both ConFire and ECCFPD to help reduce vehicle accident extrication times and improve patient survivability rates by reducing the time it takes to effect rescues of accident victims from vehicles. “We are grateful for this important grant that will help us respond to accidents more quickly, extricate victims faster and save lives,” said Charles Stark, ConFire assistant chief of operations. “The new extrication equipment we put into service early next year will improve dramatically on our existing tools, making it easier to deploy and be more effective at the accident scene.” Brian Helmick, ECCFPD fire chief,

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Oakley Police Chief Chris Thorsen is about to step down from his role leading the department he helped create. After more than 30 years in law enforcement, he is looking forward to an active retirement but one that won’t include police work. “Law enforcement has been a great profession, and it’s been incredibly rewarding,” said Thorsen. “But I’m ready to try something different. I’m not looking for another police chief job.” Thorsen, who grew up in El Cerrito and Walnut Creek, entered the police academy in 1987. After two layoffs from his job as a heavy-equipment mechanic, his motivation was to find a job that offered stability and would help him support a family. He spent a short time as a reserve deputy sheriff with the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff before he was hired for a full-time position. “I had a wonderful career with the Sheriff’s Office,” Thorsen said. “It’s a great organization. I served as the police chief out here in Oakley for about five and a half years. I loved it. I loved policing. I loved this community. There are great people out here.” After Thorsen’s first stint in Oakley, he moved to a job as chief with the Clayton Police Department but jumped at the opportunity to return when the city decided to establish its own police force. Thorsen said he’d never worked so hard, getting the fledgling department off the ground. “Chris is a guy who has given his heart

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It’s the holidays: Let the lists begin Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Halloween is a fun night for kids and brings back fond memories, but for me the official holiday season begins this week with my all-time favorite day: Thanksgiving. I am a list Senior maker. I write down orner everything so I not only don’t forget anything, I can organize my “to do” things in sections. Since we are invited to our dear friend’s house each year for a fabulous turkey Marla dinner with all the Luckhardt trimmings, that list is very small. I am in charge of dessert, and as much as I pride myself as a decent cook, I am the worst baker on the planet. I mess up boxed cake mix. It’s sort of on the same scale as me killing silk plants. There are certain things that are just not in my talent wheelhouse! Two huge Costco or Sam’s Club pies and a can of whipped cream, and that list is done. Now we get to the numerous Christmas lists. Christmas, I realized this morning, is right around the corner. This year I haven’t really started my shopping, and that is bizarre, because when the grandchildren were

little I began in July and was done and packaged with bows by September. I may have been done with the original list by then, but Christmas shopping is just plain fun. By the time early December rolled around, I had added to, expanded and rewritten that list a dozen times or more. I did get two Amazon deliveries last week and, yes, they are both donned in Christmas paper. But it’s a poor showing for my usual number of items by now. Shopping early is a financial help, but wrapping is easier to do as I go, too. My back and I are not happy wrappers! I break down the list by recipient and have three stages. First, I write what I want to get, then a check mark indicates that I have it. Finally, a little star shows it’s wrapped and in the closet. Sounds organized, right? Wrong! It starts out that way, but by Christmas Eve the list is crumbled up and finally tossed in the air with frustration. I try. The kids are all older now so the toy aisle at Target and the stocking stuffers at The Dollar Tree were replaced with one special present and a gift card. This year I planned a shopping day with a few of my older grands. It not only gets them what they like and need, but it gives me special time with each one of them. I put that on my list, too. Another list tracks what needs

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to be done to set up our home for the big event. The tree and trimmings, decorations, table cloths ironed (Grandpa’s job), and shame on me if I forget to change the candles and towels in the bathrooms! Each year I take out less and less. Since we moved to this house three years ago, I have no fireplace to hang the stockings. I tried the first year to prop them up on the floor, but they ended up looking like a pile of sleeping Muppets since they are all Ernies and Grovers. It was just sad. I did buy new Santa and Mrs. Claus barstool covers from Amazon. When they came yesterday, Grandpa and I had a good laugh. Cute as they are, they are also

pretty silly. The most important of all the lists is my food shopping for Christmas Eve dinner. This one is separated by store and the date that I need to have each thing. I make columns and what items I need from Costco versus Safeway versus Walmart. It is all very organized and methodical at first, but I am sure you know what’s coming. Although I say every year, keep it simple, Grandma, it never pans out that way. Main dish, salad, bread, a few appetizers and a dessert are all you need. Requests from family members who enjoy deviled eggs or my special guacamole cannot be disappointed. By Christmas Eve I have sent poor Grandpa to the store several times to add to the menu. It’s how we roll here. Every year I stress over whether or not we have enough food, and every year I lose most of my Tupperware for those doggie bags. I would say that fall is in the air, but lately the air is filled with ash, soot and the smell of these awful fires. We all are praying for rain and for those who have lost so much. I hope that next year will be a better holiday season for all. Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with senior care and advocacy groups. Email her at marla2054@aol.com.

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Dec. 10 Toys for Tots Concert

Nov. 23 Smith Farm Christmas Tree Season Celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way at Smith Family Farm. The farm’s Christmas tree season opens Nov. 23 and features Santa’s workshop, where visitors can take free photos with Santa with their own camera. Warm up your toes by the fire pit; visit the holiday store with barrels of candy, hot cocoa and free popcorn; and pick out the perfect Christmas tree. Smith Family Farm is located at 4430 Sellers Ave., on the Brentwood-Knightsen border. For more information, call 925-625-5966.

Nov. 29 Community Chest Food Baskets Registration for the Brentwood Regional Community Chest annual toy and food drive event will take place at the Brentwood Senior Center, 193 Griffith Lane. For more information on registration, contact Dana Eaton at deaton@ brentwood.k12.ca.us or visit www.brcchest.org.

Nov. 30 Brentwood Christmas Tree Lighting Join the City of Brentwood for its annual Christmas tree lighting, with festivities beginning at 6 p.m. This free event is sponsored by the Brentwood Neighborhood Committee and the City of Brentwood. It will feature music, singing, performances and a visit from Santa, followed by the official tree lighting at 7 p.m. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2zLkVyT.

Dec. 1 Holiday Boutique Find unique handmade crafts, arts, holiday decor, a variety of vendors, baked goods, free pictures with Santa, a children coloring station and more at Red Men Pocahontas Hall in Oakley. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 1403 Main St. For more information, contact Irene or Alicia at 925-625-1102.

“Messiah” The Brentwood Community chorus presents “Messiah” at 7:30 p.m., at El Campanil. Tickets are $15 each and can be bought at www.elcampaniltheatre.com. For more information, contact www.brentwoodcommunitychorus.com.

Breakfast with Santa Join the Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce for its third annual Breakfast with Santa event, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The event is held in the big white parade tent in front of the Discovery Bay Community Center. For more information, https://bit.ly/2zOhM15.

Oakley Christmas Tree Lighting Join the City of Oakley in kicking off the holidays with the town’s annual Christmas tree lighting. The amazing talent of local youth choirs will be on display in their performances throughout the evening. Nonprofit booths will be on-site with games and activities for the children. There will be free cookies and cocoa. In addition, Santa will be available to pose for family photos. For more information, visit www.oakleyinfo.com.

Discovery Bay Parade of Lights The 16th annual Discovery Bay Parade of Lights will roll through town, spreading cheer and inspiring those who line the streets to see it pass by – the event will also feature a tree lighting. The parade will begin at 6 p.m., at the Discovery Bay Marina, and finish at the Discovery Bay Shopping Center at the corner of Discovery Bay Boulevard and Willow Lake Road. For more information, contact Parade Director Amanda Dove at 925-408-8332 or amanda@deltasuntimes.com.

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza Come find the latest in brands such as LulaRoe, Scentsy, 31 Bags, Stella & Dot and more at this shop-till-you-drop event at Lula Lounge of Brentwood, 268 Pebble Beach Drive, from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, https://bit.ly/2OBVtBe.

Dec. 2 Arts and Crafts Show Club Los Meganos Event Center, 1700 Trilogy Parkway, will become the site for an arts and crafts show, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show will feature the works from members of Trilogy at the Vineyards Artisan Community, including jewelry, photographs, quilted fabric art and other one-of-a-kind creations. For more information, contact Lynn Bodfish at fishbod@yahoo.com or 800-685-6494.

Dec. 7 Brentwood Holiday Parade After a cancellation due to smoke from Butte County fires, the Holiday Parade, has been rescheduled for an evening of seasonal magic. The parade will take place downtown, featuring businesses, performers, nonprofit groups and more, beginning at 6 p.m. on First Street. For more information, contact the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce at 925-634-3344.

Dec. 8 Discovery Bay Lighted Boat Parade Discovery Bay’s annual Lighted Boat Parade, sponsored by the Discovery Bay Yacht Club will take place from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Spectators can view the parade as it motors throughout Discovery Bay. It will end at the Discovery Bay Yacht Club where awards for the best decorated boats will be given. For more information, contact Nancy at cmmsys@aol.com.

Support families in need this season by attending the Brentwood Concert Band Toys for Tots Concert at 7 p.m. The band will perform in the Brentwood Veterans Memorial building, 757 First St. Admission is an unwrapped toy for a child. Delta Diablo Marine Corps League Det. 1155 will distribute them to local children. For more information, email brentwoodconcertband@gmail.com.

Dec. 14 “The Nutcracker” Dancers from The Ballet Company of East County will perform this classic holiday favorite, “The Nutcracker,” in various shows from Dec. 14 to 16 at the historic El Campanil Theatre in downtown Antioch. Come get lost in the glitter and magic of Christmas with the talented dancers of East County. For ticket prices and information, visit https://bit.ly/2Di3QQc.

Dec. 15 Wreaths Across America In its fourth year, Wreaths Across America will honor veterans with a wreath-laying ceremony at Union Cemetary, 11545 Brentwood Boulevard, Brentwood, beginning at 9 a.m., rain or shine. The public is invited to join the Anne Loucks Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #10789 of Brentwood in paying respects to veterans of all wars who are buried in this cemetery by laying a holiday wreath on each grave. For more information, contact Sarah McLean at smclean21@gmail.com.

Willow Lake Annual Lighted Boat Parade Volunteers have organized the Willow Lake annual Lighted Boat Parade to begin at 5:30 p.m., at Willow Lake in Discovery Bay. Boats of all sizes with any amount of decorations are welcome. For more information, contact Shanon Marlin at deltadogs@ comcast.net and 925-383-8728.

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Dec. 31 Brentwood Red Carpet New Year’s Party Ring in 2019 in style at Brentwood’s New Year’s party in the community center, 35 Oak St. Hosted by Dan Ashley (News 7 Anchor) and produced by 925 Entertainment, the Brentwood Press and Got A Party, this evening will feature party favors, food, alcohol, live music, guests performer and more. There will be three New Year’s champagne toasts for New York, Chicago and San Francisco. For more information, visit https://bit. ly/2JZ7kZx.

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Heritage girls’ water polo team wins first North Coast Section championship by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

It’s not easy for athletes to render a coach speechless, but the Heritage girls’ water polo team temporarily did it last week. The momentary silence was replaced with elation as head coach Jeff Lapum celebrated Heritage’s 9-6 win over College Park to clinch its first-ever North Coast Section (NCS) Division 1 water polo championship. “There are no words for this,” he said. “In fact, the words really aren’t coming because I’m getting emotional.” Perhaps Lapum was stunned silent, as the Patriots (19-8, 8-0 in the Bay Valley Athletic League) scored the match’s final six goals, after trailing 6-3 late in the third quarter, to knock off the top-seed Falcons (20-8, 5-0 in the Diablo-Valley League). Ella Simone scored a match-high four goals, and Kayla Longoria added two, including one in the waning minutes of the match, to cement the victory. “We worked our butts off to do it for our coach and our team,” Simone said. Caragh Osborne’s second goal of the contest gave the Falcons a 6-3 lead with 56 seconds left in the third quarter, but it was all Patriots the rest of the way. Simone scored back-to-back goals with a second left in the third and 5:51 left in the fourth to pull Heritage within 6-5, and Katelyn Rodrigue pulled the Patriots

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even with 4:59 left in the contest. Emma Lapum pushed the Patriots ahead 7-6 with 3:38 left in the match, and Simone and Longoria tacked on two more to launch the Patriots into a euphoric state. “I think we knew what we were capable of,” Emma said. “We are usually a comeback team in the second half. We knew what we could do, and we really wanted it.” Lapum said the team’s talent rose to the occasion when it mattered most. “I feel like we have a lot of talent, and

that talent comes to the top in tough situations,” he said. “If you want to use a cliche, our backs were against the wall, and they freaking stepped it up and it’s awesome.” The contest was played in Berkeley High’s indoor facility after being postponed three times due to poor outdoor air quality stemming from the Camp fire in Butte County. The Patriots qualified for the California Interscholastic Federation NorCal playoffs, but the tournament was cancelled

due to poor air quality. The fire’s impact on Butte County residents wasn’t lost on the Patriots. The blaze has killed 79 people and destroyed 16,838 structures as of Tuesday, according to Cal Fire. “Having the patience to go through this whole thing is difficult, but (the fire) is bigger than water polo, this is bigger than anything going on right now,” Lapum said. To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia

BVAL cross country stars qualify for state meet by Michael Dixon Correspondent

After delays due to poor air quality, the top cross-country athletes in the North Coast Section finally met at Hayward High School for the North Coast Section championships this week. Competing both as part of a team and as individuals, the goal was to qualify for the 2018 California Interscholastic Federation State Cross Country Championships, held on Nov. 24 at Fresno’s Woodward Park. Unfortunately, none of the Bay Valley Athletic League (BVAL) teams managed to qualify. Fortunately, two individuals – Freedom freshman Kylee Denver and her senior teammate, Jiana Cortero – did. Denver (18:02.2) finished ninth in the girls’ event, while Cortero (18:31.9) took 15th. Both of those finishes were good enough to advance to the state meet. From a team perspective, nobody in the BVAL matched Liberty.

The Lion boys finished sixth, while the girls took seventh place. In both cases, consistency carried the day. Taking only the top-five scores, Liberty’s boys dropped the times of junior Alexander Bergqvist (16:50.4), and sophomore Kyle Stoffregen (16:55.3). For some perspective, those times were better than all but one runner from Freedom’s boys’ team and two from Heritage. At the top of the sheet was senior Micah Delgado (15:48.3). His time was not only the best among his fellow Lions but any BVAL male. Delgado took 16th and all of his teammates who had their times counted finished in the top-40. The other Liberty boys to have their times counted were sophomore Nic Lewis (16:23.7), sophomore Keene Sample (16:25.9), junior Anthony Portillo (16:38.3), sophomore Curtis Reichardt (16:46.9) were counted. Consistency was also key for the Lions’ girls. All of Liberty’s counted times were

ahead of any Patriots and Falcons, excluding Denver and Cortero. Sophomore Keanna Shipley (18:47.7) led the way for the Lions. The other counted times were from junior Jasmine Chuey (19:56.4), sophomore Skylar Mendes (20:22.5), sophomore Lily Castro (20:31.0), senior Makena Bohannon (20:34.2), Freshman Kiran McWilliams (20:43.1), and sophomore Jenna Massoth (21:03.1) were not counted. While the outings of Denver and Cortero weren’t enough to put Freedom ahead of Liberty, they did help bring the Falcon girls a top-10 finish. After those two were junior Jessica De La Rosa (20:54.0), junior Jessica Boyle (23:00.6) and sophomore Marisol Becerra (23:56.0). The time of senior Kathryn Lucido (25:33.1) was dropped. The Falcon boys also placed, finishing 13th. Sophomore Joesiah Kriston (16:51.2) led the way. Following him were senior Ethan Langendorff (17:25.5), senior Kyle Berschens (17:41.2), sophomore Iyan God-

win (17:56.3) and junior Jester Mendoza (17:58.3) with freshman Wyatt Erickson (18:23.1) having his time dropped. Heritage placed in both events as well. The boys finished eighth and the girls claimed a 16th-place finish. Senior boys Max Waechter (16:06.6) and Braden Penner (16:13.5) were the top Patriot runners, finishing 20th and 21st. Heritage’s other counted times came from sophomore Jackson Schwartz (16:58.3), sophomore Bobby Foreman (17:21.1) and freshman James Woolery (17:32.2). The times of sophomore Calvin Richey (17:58.2) and junior Gabriel Preciado (18:41.7) were dropped. Senior Emma Marquez (20:51.0) led the way for the Patriot girls. After her were sophomore Renny Buchanan (21:33.4), freshman Juliette Legault (23:06.4), sophomore Katherine Reid (23:22.2) and freshman Chloe Zimmerman (24:21.8). Seniors Katey Hartwig (24:49.9) and Emma Palmer (25:43.0) both had their times dropped.

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BVAL announces all-league teams Liberty WR Sione Vaki (left), Freedom WR Giles Jackson (center) and Liberty QB Jay Butterfield (right) were all recently named Bay Valley Athletic League MVPs. Vaki , the league MVP, finished the regular season with 51 receptions for 1,117 yards and 18 touchdowns. Press file photos

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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 $211,238.16. 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, 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 00000007773112. 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 in-

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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-18-814099-JB. 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 sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 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.: CA18-814099-JB IDSPub #0146864 11/9/2018 11/16/2018 11/23/2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77973 Publish Dates: November 9, 16, 23, 2018. ORDER ON REQUEST TO CONTINUE HEARING Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa 751 Pine Street P.O. Box 911 Martinez, CA 94553 Peter L. Spinetta Family Law Center CASE NUMBER: D09-00313 Petitioner/ Plaintiff: Judy Fritz Respondent/Defendant: Branislav Mladenovic The hearing is currently scheduled for: 10/19/2018 Name of party who filed the Request for Order, Order to Show Cause, or other matter is: Judy Fritz Name of party asking to continue the hearing is: Judy Fritz The request to continue does not include temporary emergency (ex parte) orders previously issued. Order granting request to continue hearing and notice of new hearing The court hearing is continued to the date, time, and location shown below: New Hearing Date: 1/11/19 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 25 Address of court: Same as noted above Reason for the continuance The continuance is needed because the papers could not be served as required before the hearing date. Other good cause as stated below

SERVICE BY PUBLICATION COMPLETED TOO LATE FOR TIMELY SERVICE Service of order The documents listed in 10 must be served by: Per CCP on respondent/defendant Other orders regarding service: THE COURT ORDERS THAT THE ORDER FOR PUBLICATION FILED ON 8/16/18 SHALL BE AMENDED AS STATED HEREIN Documents for service A copy of the previously filed Request for Order, Order to Show Cause, or other moving paper (1st page only is sufficient) A Responsive Declaration to Request for Order (form FL-320) must be filed and served on or before date: Per CCP Filed on: October 19, 2018. Judicial Officer John T. Laettner Date: 10/19/2018. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 78017 Publish Dates: November 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Trey Manuel Perez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Trey Manuel Perez CASE NUMBER: N18-2187 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Trey Manuel Martinez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Trey Manuel Perez to Proposed Name: Trey Royce Martinez. 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: 1/4/19 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: November 5, 2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 78110 Publish Dates: November 23, 30, December 7, 14, 2018. REQUEST FOR ORDER TO CHANGE CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION PARTY WITH/WITHOUT ATTORNEY: JUDY FRITZ SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 751 Pine St. Martinez, CA 94553 Petitioner: Judy Fritz Respondent: Branislav Mladenovic Request for Order Change: Child Custody, Visitation (Parenting Time) CASE NUMBER: D09-00313 NOTICE OF HEARING To: BRANISLAV, MLADENOVIC A court hearing will be held as follows: Date: 10/19/18 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept.: 25 The address of the court is same as noted above. WARNING to the person served with the Request for Order: The court may make the requested orders with out you if you do not file a Responsive Declaration to Request for Order (form FL-320), serve a copy on the other parties at least nine court days before hearing (unless the court has ordered a shorter period of time), and appear at the hearing. (See form FL320-INFO for more information.) Filed: August 9, 2018, by A. Gambol, Clerk of the Superior Court County of Contra Costa, CA Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77938 Publish Dates: November 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name CJ Gifts at 550 Creekwood Court. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on September 19, 2013 under File No. F-0005717-00 (*1) Celestine Julia Goodwin 550 Creekwood Court, Brentwood (**) This business was conducted by: An individual. Signature: Celestine J. Goodwin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa

County on: October 19, 2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77939 Publish dates: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Valley Sweeping & Landscape Service at 4301 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 12/22/2016 under File No. F-0007430-00 (*1) VSWEEP .INC 4301 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513 (**) This business was conducted by: a Corporation. Signature: Warren Eden. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 16, 2018 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77933 Publish dates: Novemeber 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006223-00 The name of the business(es): L&S Vent Cleaning Located at: 637 Allagash Court In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Larry Goerzen. This business is conducted by: CoPartners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Larry Goerzen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 15, 2018 by Deputy D. Minor Expires October 15, 2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77940 Publish dates: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006348-00 The name of the business(es): Mobile Express Repairs Located at: 51 Puffin Circle In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Pyre & Associates, 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: Timothy Stacy, Managing member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 22, 2018 by Deputy P. Cornellus Expires October 22, 2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77952 Publish dates: November 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006352-00 The name of the business(es): Best Brothers Carpet Cleaning Located at: 3800 Frank Hengel Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Raul Manzo 2. Roberto Canales. This business is conducted by: CoPartners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Raul Manzo, Roberto Canales. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 22, 2018 by Deputy C. Pillman Expires October 22, 2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 77995 Publish dates: November 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006738-00 The name of the business: Stepz Dance Fitness Studio Located at: 3563 Main Street In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner: Stephanie Nelson. 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: Stephanie Nelson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 8, 2018 by Deputy J Celestial Expires 11/8/2023 Oakley Press No. 030477 78093 Publish dates: November 23, 30, December 7, 14, 2018. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. #: 02017-275 LOAN #: GXP00-0171-V APN #: 0412100372 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED AS SHOWN BELOW. 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, 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 the pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by 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 as set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: JULIANA M WILLIAMS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: GUILD ADMINISTRATION CORP., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Trust Deed Date: 11/14/2016 Recording Date: 11/17/2016 Instrument Number: 2016-0249284-00 Book: —- Page Recorded in County: CONTRA COSTA State of CA Date and Time of Sale: 12/05/2018 at: 01:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Estimated Sale Amount: $433,885.32 Legal Description of Property: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. Street Address of Property (or Other Common Designation, if any): 2176 EL LAGO DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and 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 02017-275. 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: 10/31/2018 GUILD ADMINISTRATION CORPORATION AS SAID TRUSTEE 5898 COPLEY DRIVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92111 (858) 492-5890 BY: GAIL WINDUS, ASSISTANT SECRETARY NPP0343375 To: OAKLEY PRESS 11/09/2018, 11/16/2018, 11/23/2018 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 78019 Publish Dates: November 9, 16, 23, 2018.

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MENTO 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 NÀYI PORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/20/2007. 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. Trustor: Michael J. Mattson and Arleen L. Mattson, Husband and Wife Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 04/27/2007 as Instrument No. 20070124048-00 in book —-, page—- and of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Official Records in the office of the Recorder NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006114-00 The name of the of Contra Costa County, California, Date business(es): J&B Hauling and Clean of Sale: 12/10/2018 at 01:30 PM Place of Up Located at: 2816 G Street In: Antioch, Sale:AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CA 94509, is hereby registered by the fol- CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT lowing owner(s): Jeferson Luis Ramos. This 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 business is conducted by: An individual. The Estimated amount of unpaid balance, rearegistrant commenced to transact business sonably estimated costs and other charges: under the fictitious business name or names $ 366,772.13 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE listed above on March 26, 2015. Signature of THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION registrant: Jeferson Luis Ramos Enciso. This TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S statement was filed with the County Clerk of CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL Contra Costa County on: October 10, 2018 by BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDDeputy S. Alvarez Expires October 10, 2023 ERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77900 Publish BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR dates: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006116-00 The name of the title, and interest conveyed to and now held business: Luis & Romel Hauling and by the trustee in the hereinafter described Clean Up Located at: 3923 Rimrock Dr In: property under and pursuant to a Deed of Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by Trust described as: More fully described in the following owner: Romel A Nunez. This said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other business is conducted by: An Individual. The common designation of real property: 501 registrant commenced to transact business West 14th Street, Antioch, CA 94509 A.P.N.: under the fictitious business name or names 067-182-012 The undersigned Trustee listed above on 3/17/2008. Signature of reg- disclaims any liability for any incorrectness istrant: Nunez Romel A. This statement was of the street address or other common filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa designation, if any, shown above. The sale County on: October 10, 2018 by Deputy L will be made, but without covenant or warArosemena Expires 10/10/2023 Antioch ranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, Press No. 06-1617 77936 Publish dates: possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006442-00 The name of the and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts business(es): Driversity Driving School created by said Deed of Trust. The total Located at: 2669 Somersville Road In: An- amount of the unpaid balance of the obligatioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the tion secured by the property to be sold and following owner(s): Pololei, Inc. This busi- reasonable estimated costs, expenses and ness is conducted by: A Corporation. The advances at the time of the initial publicaregistrant commenced to transact business tion of the Notice of Sale is: $ 366,772.13. under the fictitious business name or names Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: right to bid less than the total debt owed, Warren D. Kurisu. This statement was filed it is possible that at the time of the sale with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County the opening bid may be less than the total on: October 25, 2018 by Deputy L. Arose- debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title mena Expires October 25, 2023 Antioch for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole Press No. 06-1617 77998 Publish dates: and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successNovember 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018. ful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS and delivered to the undersigned a written NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006546-00 The name of the request to commence foreclosure, and the business(es): Antioch Mini Trailer Stor- undersigned caused a Notice of Default and age Located at: 1305 Sunset Drive In: An- Election to Sell to be recorded in the county tioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the where the real property is located. NOTICE following owner(s): Bobbie Standridge. This OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL business is conducted by: An Individual. The BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on registrant commenced to transact business this property lien, you should understand under the fictitious business name or names that there are risks involved in bidding at listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a Bobbie Georgette Standridge. This state- lien, not on the property itself. Placing the ment was filed with the County Clerk of highest bid at a trustee auction does not Contra Costa County on: October 30, 2018 automatically entitle you to free and clear by Deputy L. Fallas Expires October 30, 2023 ownership of the property. You should also Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77984 Publish be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest dates: November 9, 16, 23,30, 2018. bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to the lien being auctioned off, before you NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006677-00 The name of the busi- can receive clear title to the property. You ness: Our Learning Playgrounds Located at: are encouraged to investigate the existence, 1960 Calaveras Circle In: Antioch, CA 94509, is priority, and size of outstanding liens that hereby registered by the following owner(s): may exist on this property by contacting the 1. DeeAnna Marie Granata 2. Kristina Denise county recorder’s office or a title insurance Merlini. This business is conducted by: A Gen- company, either of which may charge you a eral Partnership. The registrant commenced to fee for this information. If you consult either transact business under the fictitious business of these resources, you should be aware that name or names listed above on N/A. Signature the same lender may hold more than one of registrant: DeeAnna Granata. This state- mortgage or deed of trust on this property. ment was filed with the County Clerk of Contra NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date Costa County on: November 6, 2018 by Deputy shown on this notice of sale may be postJ Crawford Expires 11/6/2023 Brentwood Press poned one or more times by the mortgagee, No. 02-1273 78114 Publish dates: November beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. 23, 30, December 7, 14, 2018. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made availNOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-03331-CA able to you and to the public, as a courtesy to A.P.N.:067-182-012 Property Address: 501 those not present at the sale. If you wish to West 14th Street, Antioch, CA 94509 NOTICE learn whether your sale date has been postOF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL poned, and, if applicable, the rescheduled CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY time and date for the sale of this property, OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this InNOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF ternet Web site http://www.altisource.com/ THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/ PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS assigned to this case 2017-03331-CA. InforDOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包 mation about postponements that are very 含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 short in duration or that occur close in time 첨부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있 to the scheduled sale may not immediately 습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA be reflected in the telephone information or UN RESUMEN DE LA INFOR- on the Internet Web site. The best way to MACIÓN DE ESTE DOCU- verify postponement information is to atFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006483-00 The name of the business(es): Morgan Legal Services Located at: 3775 Main Street, Suite D In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Susan Morgan. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on September 26, 2012. Signature of registrant: Susan A. Morgan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 29, 2018 by Deputy J. Celestial Expires October 29, 2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 78078 Publish dates: November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2018.

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tend the scheduled sale. Date: October 25, 2018 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 77953 Publish dates: November 9, 16, 23, 2018.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006601-00 The name of the business: Bay Area Muscle Located at: 649 Tain Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Joe Pulizzi. 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: Joe Pulizzi. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 2, 2018 by Deputy C Dias Expires 11/2/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 78113 Publish dates: November 23, 30, December 7, 14, 2018.

within the Assessment District have waived their entitlement to pay all or any portion of the assessments levied upon their property in cash within thirty days after the recordation of the assessments in the office of the County Recorder of the County of Contra Costa. These assessments affect only certain property, the owners of which have voluntarily participated in the Authority’s Statewide Community Infrastructure Program. Bonds will be issued according to the Improvement Bond Act of 1915 representing unpaid assessments and bearing interest at a rate not to exceed 12% per year. Thereafter, unpaid assessments will be payable in installments of principal and interest over a period of not to exceed thirty (30) years. Dated: November 23, 2018 and November 30, 2018 TIM SNELLINGS, Secretary California Satewide Communities Development Authority Brentwood Press No. 78119 Publish Dates: November 23, 30, 2018

A.M., the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn Self Storage LLC, at 5205 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, California 94565, Tel. (925) 432-3200. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Customer Name: 1. Tom Dutra - Chairs, Ottoman, Tables, 2 Rolls of Carpet, Pots & Pans, Rifle Stocks 2. Jon Smithey - Small Refrigerator, Thermos, Large Punch Bowl, 24+ Boxes & Bins 3. Celeste Wright - Tv Trays, 3 Computers, 2 Computer Desks, Furniture, Clothing, Bedding, Boxes & Bins, Toy Guns 4. Frank Capaldo - 3 Slot Machines, Granite Slab, Roll up Dresser, Power Tools, 17 Wooden Doors, Halloween Skeletons, Wood Shelving, Golf Bag & Clubs 5. Ana Valadez - Wood Table, Folding Table, 2 Child Car Seats, Boxes & Bins, Gas Can 6. Daisey Chavarria - Appliance Dolly, Stroller, chairs, Sectional Couch, Furniture 7. Kenisha Smith - 10+ Plastic Bags, 7 Bins, Wicker Basket, Unit Full 8. Elissa Robinson - Sectional Leather Couch, 4 Chairs, Innertube, Boxes & Plastic 9. Britt Dikes - Bedding, Outdoor Seat 10. Lloyd Butler - 3 Model-T Trucks, Vintage Auto parts, 4+ engines, tires, wheels, 6 bicycles. Lots of Auto repair equipment 11. Lloyd Butler - 2 Model-T’s, Piano, 30+ Boxes, 30+ Plastic Bins, Car Jacks, Books & Bookcases Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted Dates Published: 11.23.2018 and 11.30.2018 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 78123 Publish Dates: November 23, 30, 2018.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 15-1156-11 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문 서에 정보 요약서가 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 NÀYPLEASE 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 8/24/2005. 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: KEITH N BUTLER AND MARY E BUTLER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation Recorded 9/12/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0345853-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5315 GOLD CREEK CIRCLE (Area of BYRON)DISCOVERY BAY, CA A.P.N.: 011-500-075-4 Date of Sale: 12/19/2018 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 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $646,675.18, 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 151156-11. 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: 11/1/2018 The Wolf Firm, A Law Corporation 2955 Main Street, 2nd Floor Irvine, California 92614 Foreclosure Department (949) 720-9200 Sale Information Only: 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com Sindy Clements, 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 MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006623-00 The name of the business(es): Sandoval Consulting Located at: 701 Almond Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Maria De Jesus Rodriguez Montes. 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: Maria De Jesus Rodriguez Montes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 02, 2018 by Deputy C. Dias Expires November 02, 2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 78079 Publish dates: November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2018. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006823-00 The name of the business: Brentwood Craft Beer And Cider Located at: 234 A Oak Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: 1. Joseph Nardone 2. Suzanne Nardone. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/14/18. Signature of registrant: Joseph Nardone. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: November 14, 2018 by Deputy L Fallas Expires 11/14/2023 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 78111 Publish dates: November 23, 30, December 7, 14, 2018. FINDINGS AND ORDER AFTER HEARING Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa 751 Pine Street P.O. Box 911 Martinez, CA 94533 Peter L. Spinetta Family Center Petitioner/Plaintiff: JUDY FRITZ Respondent/ Defendant: BRANISLAV MLADENOVIC CASE NUMBER D09-00313 This proceeding was heard on: 10/19/2018 at 8.30 A.M. in Dept. 25 by Judge: Hon. John T. Laettner On the order to show cause, notice of motion or request for order filed: 8/9/2018 by: Judy Fritz Petitioner/plaintiff present. THE COURT ORDERS Custody and visitation/parenting time: As attached on form FL-341 This matter is continued for further hearing on: 1/11/19 at: 8:30 AM in Dept: 25 on the following issues: Custody/visitation Date 10/19/2018 Approved as conforming to court order. Judicial Officer John T. Laettner Form FL-341 Petitioner: JUDY FRITZ Respondent: BRANISLAV MLADENOVIC Case Number D09-00313 CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION (PARENTING TIME) ORDER ATTACHMENT TO: Findings and Order After Hearing (form FL-340) Jurisdiction. This court has jurisdiction to make child custody orders in this case under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (Fam. Code, §§ 3400-3465). Notice and opportunity to be heard. The responding party was given notice and an opportunity to be heard, as provided by the laws of the State of California. Country of habitual residence. The country of habitual residence of the child or children in this case is the United States. Penalties for Violating this order. If you violate this order, you may be subject to civil or criminal penalties, or both. Child Custody. Custody of the minor children of the parties is awarded as follows: Child’s Name: NIKOLAI MLADENOVIC Birth Date: 7/25/2007 Legal custody to: JUDY FRITZ Physical Custody to: JUDY FRITZ Visitation (Parenting Time): Reasonable right of visitation to the party without physical custody (not appropriate in cases involving domestic violence). Other: MOTHER SHALL BE PERMITTED TO OBTAIN A PASSPORT AND TRAVEL INTERNATIONALLY WITHOUT REQUIRING FATHER’S SIGNATURE OR PERMISSION. This is an interim order but shall remain in effect pending further court order. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77979 Publish Dates: November 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018. NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 18-06 FOR THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA STATE OF CALIFORNIA On November 15, 2018, special assessments for the financing of public improvement districts in the California Statewide Communities Development Authority (the “Authority”) Assessment District No. 18-06 for the City of Brentwood, County of Contra Costa, State of California (the “Assessment District”), were recorded in the office of the Superintendent of Streets of the Authority. The property owners

NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 18-07 FOR THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA STATE OF CALIFORNIA On November 15, 2018, special assessments for the financing of public improvement districts in the California Statewide Communities Development Authority (the “Authority”) Assessment District No. 18-07 for the City of Brentwood, County of Contra Costa, State of California (the “Assessment District”), were recorded in the office of the Superintendent of Streets of the Authority. The property owners within the Assessment District have waived their entitlement to pay all or any portion of the assessments levied upon their property in cash within thirty days after the recordation of the assessments in the office of the County Recorder of the County of Contra Costa. These assessments affect only certain property, the owners of which have voluntarily participated in the Authority’s Statewide Community Infrastructure Program. Bonds will be issued according to the Improvement Bond Act of 1915 representing unpaid assessments and bearing interest at a rate not to exceed 12% per year. Thereafter, unpaid assessments will be payable in installments of principal and interest over a period of not to exceed thirty (30) years. Dated: November 23, 2018 and November 30, 2018 TIM SNELLINGS, Secretary California Statewide Communities Development Authority Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 77815 Publish dates: November 23, 30, 2018. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq. On the 7th day of December 2018, at 10:30 AM, the undersigned will sell the contents of liened storage units by public sale by competitive bidding on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at Acorn II Self Storage LLC, at 6900 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, California 94513, Tel. (925) 240-5000. Self-storage liened units generally include miscellaneous household goods, office or business equipment, furniture, furnishings, clothing and personal effects. In addition to those general contents, the pre-lien inventory revealed the following described goods: Names: 1. Lori Burton - Broom, bed frame, tables, knives & cleaning supplies. 2. Sherrell Butterfield - tires, tool box, baby stroller, full unit 3. Rubi Lopez - fish tank, artwork, punching bag, shelving & baby crib 4. Jason Brown - Couches, coffee table 5. Randi Mendoza - Washer, dryer, artwork, step stool & shade canopy. 6. Enrique Porras - China cabinet, microwave, refrigerator, speakers & furniture 7. Marissa Boo - Drill press, weights, large play house, exercise equipment, metal shelving, refrigerator, tennis rackets, boxes & bins. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by cash only. All purchased items sold as-is, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Call ahead to make sure sale is still scheduled. Contraband, or items subject to regulation or registration will not be transferred with the liened unit unless otherwise noted. Dates Published: 11/23/2018 and 11/30/2018 Nor Cal Storage Auctions, Inc., Bond #7900390179, Tel. (916) 604-9695 Brentwood Press No. 12-1273 78124 Publish dates: November 23, 31, 2018. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE SELF STORAGE AUCTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the liened personal property described below, pursuant to the provisions of the California Code of Civil Procedure and the provisions of the California Self-Storage Facilities Act, Business and Professions Code Sections 21700 et seq.. On the 7 th day of December 2018 at 11:45

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LAWRENCE JACKSON, JR.CASE NO. P18-00347 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LAWRENCE JACKSON, JR.. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KARIN A. SMITH in the Superior Court of California, County of CONTRA COSTA.THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KARIN A. SMITH 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: 12/07/18 at 1:30PM in Dept. 14 located at 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 the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 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 AUDREY J. GERARD, ESQ. - SBN 209959 TILLEM MCNICHOL & BROWN 846 BROADWAY SONOMA CA 95476 11/9, 11/16, 11/23/18 CNS-3191620# BRENTWOOD PRESS No. 02-1273 78021 Publish Dates: November 9, 16, 23, 2018.

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the house on Rotherham Drive while their son was there. The neighbor claimed he entered because he thought that someone was in trouble. The reporting person didn’t believe the story and thought that he was trying to steal from him. Nov. 2, 6:26 p.m. A person told authorities that a subject walked inside a storage facility and attacked a customer. The injuries of the customer were unknown at the time of the report. This occurred on Sunset Road. Nov. 2, 11:30 p.m. A person told authorities that their house on Sungrove Way was ransacked and cash was stolen. Nov. 3, 12 a.m. A person told authorities that they found a bloody man on the tracks at Spanos Street and Sycamore Drive. It was unknown what happened to him but the reporting person believed he was beat up.

OAKLEY Nov. 4, 1:30 a.m. Authorities received complaints of a loud party on the 3800 block of Frank Hengel Way. Nov. 4, 1 p.m. A vehicle theft took place on the 300 block of Lorenz Drive. Nov. 4, 11:37 p.m. A person complained to authorities of a loud motorcycle on the 4200 block of Mehaffey Way. Nov. 5, 7:21 a.m. A suspicious person was halted by authorities at Best Western. Nov. 5, 7:52 a.m. An intruder was reported on the 5100 block of Fernwood Court. Nov. 5, 2:08 p.m. Authorities received complaints of a public nuisance on the 200 block of O’Hara Avenue. Nov. 5, 5:30 p.m. A service to a citizen was conducted at the Laurel Fields. Nov. 5, 10:40 p.m. A mentally ill subject was committed on Chianti Way. Nov. 6, 12:44 a.m. A verbal dispute was reported on the 90 block of Clove Court. Nov. 6, 7:46 a.m. Authorities received complaints of a barking dog on the 4800 block of Canopy Lane. Nov. 6, 10:58 a.m. A dispute between neighbors was reported on the 5000 block of Teixeira Way. Nov. 6, 5:47 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was reported on Laurel Road and O’Hara Avenue. Nov. 6, 10:28 p.m. A reckless driver was reported on Neroly Road and Empire Avenue. Nov. 7, 3:39 a.m. Suspicious circumstances were reported on the 1600 block of Wildcat Way. Nov. 7, 5:15 a.m. Threats were made on the 30 block of Cayuga Street.

Nov. 7, 9:55 a.m. A case of trespassing was reported on Main Street and Big Break Road. Nov. 7, 4:48 p.m. A case of shoplifting was reported at Lucky. Nov. 7, 6:23 p.m. A suspicious subject was reported on the 1800 block of East Summerfield Court. Nov. 8, 12:54 a.m. A warrant arrest was reported on Empire Avenue on Carpenter Road. Nov. 8, 3:37 a.m. Property was found on Michelangelo Drive and Rubens Way. Nov. 8, 1:47 p.m. A verbal dispute was reported on the 2100 block of Verona Avenue. Nov. 8, 4:29 p.m. Authorities were notified of an unwanted guest on the 4800 block of Bayside Way. Nov. 8, 9:41 p.m. A suspicious vehicle was reported on the 1500 block of Jasmine Circle. Nov. 9, 2:15 a.m. A patrol request was made on Emerson Ranch. Nov. 9, 9:09 a.m. A traffic hazard was reported on East Cypress Road and Summer Lake Drive. Nov. 9, 2:07 p.m. A case of battery was reported on the 2100 block of El Lago Drive. Nov. 9, 4:53 p.m. A domestic disturbance was reported on the 2100 block of Megan Drive. Nov. 9, 8:38 p.m. A case of loitering was reported on the 50 block of Carol Lane. Nov. 10, 2:26 a.m. Reckless driving was reported on the 1800 block of Concannon Drive. Nov. 10, 7:55 p.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported on the 100 block of Delta Road. Nov. 10, 10:43 p.m. Authorities received complaints of loud music playing from the 20 block of Diane Court.

BRENTWOOD Oct. 31, 1:18 p.m. A family fight was reported on Timberline Terrace. Oct. 31, 8:37 p.m. Four teens in a black Ford Explorer were reported to be harassing people and stealing bowls of candy off porches on Solitude Way and Intrigue Lane. Nov. 1, 7:50 p.m. A reporting person stated that he left his phone inside a business on Lone Tree Way and when he went in to retrieve it, the phone was gone. The reporting person was convinced the phone was taken by an employee. Nov. 1, 11:21 p.m. A restraining order violation was reported on Tradition Way. The reporting person said they were receiving texts messages from the subject of the order stating she was outside.

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Each new station costs $10 million for the land, facility and equipment and an additional $3.5 million yearly to operate. But the district can’t afford additional resources, and voters have rejected three proposed revenue measures since 2012. “My question is, is anything likely to pass?” said Brentwood resident Bryan Scott. “This area has rejected three proposals since 2012.” Attendees seemed to warm to the idea of staffing two crews in one station to reduce costs, although current facilities aren’t equipped to handle the additional crews or equipment long-term, Helmick

glund. “Furthermore, these initiatives will enhance agriculture tourism and help connect the annual Harvest Time U-pick event to the local economy.” The four projects include an appellation feasibility study, restructuring of the website of Harvest Time in Brentwood, social media and communication strategy and installing wayfinding signs to guide visitors to farm stands during the U-pick season. The various ideas were vetted by the city’s Agricultural Enterprise Committee before garnering city council approval. The council had previously set aside $300,000 for its ag business program in its two-year strategic plan crafted in February, and the $53,000 is just the first of the total disbursements. City Councilmember Joel Bryant said the money is well spent, noting that the $53,000 breaks down to about two cents per U-pick visitor. “I assure you they spend substantially more than two cents when they are here,” Bryant said. City officials seemed especially excited about Brentwood and Contra Costa County’s prospects of joining the Central Coast Appellation region and the Federal Registry of approved American Viticultural Areas through first completing a $17,000 appellation feasibility study. The designation would give the area’s grapes and wines a unique identity and create greater opportunities to market and sell products at increased prices, Berglund said. “In addition to these direct economic benefits, this accreditation will enhance

said. “It might work in the short term as (crews) wait for another station to be built,” Helmick said. The crowd also appeared to favor the district’s planned attempts to work with local areas to increase fees charged to developers to offset the district’s additional workload costs. The fire board is scheduled to hold a retreat in late November to analyze the latest input before adopting the plan Dec. 12. For more information on the plan or the district, visit www.eccfpd.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net

opportunities for bed and breakfast establishments, hotels, restaurants and shops, adding value to the agriculture tourism economic base,” Berglund said. Harvest Time in Brentwood’s $6,100 website reconstruction should streamline customers’ information gathering and feature real-time farm hours and product availability. The organization will also hire a social-media consultant, at a cost of $9,600 over two years, to improve its communication strategy, in part through enhanced social media, video and other digital platforms. For the less tech savvy, around 250 wayfinding signs will also pop up around town to improve traffic circulation, highlight local farms and cut down on distracted driving caused by map-reading motorists. The endeavor is projected to cost no more than $20,000. “We annually draw over 200,000 visitors to our U-picks,” said Steve Gursky, president of Harvest Time. “Obviously our goal would be to increase that, stretch the U-pick season and farm and ag tourism season throughout the year, rather than just the summer months.” Berglund noted that city staff will also explore the feasibility of hiring a train operator to shuttle visitors from designated city locations to U-pick stands. Possible pick-up spots could include The Streets of Brentwood, the city’s parking facility and other shopping center locations. “In addition to economic benefits to our local businesses and farms, this program would reduce the number of vehicles visiting specific farm stands, alleviating the parking problems, improving overall public safety, and enhancing the experience for agritourists,” said Berglund, who noted that the city will prepare a request for proposals to solicit potential operators and explore costs and methods. Additionally, city officials will explore creating a farm-to-fork program that connects local farms and agriculture with nearby restaurants and businesses. Berglund said city staff will return to the council at a future date with more information on the farm-to-fork and trolley ideas. For more information on the projects, visit https://bit.ly/2zkPLPt.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 037-500-028 TS No: CA08001285-17-1 TO No: 170283403 (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED November 14, 2005. 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 December 18, 2018 at 09:00 AM, Auction.com Room, Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on November 23, 2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0453454-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by OCTAVIO MARTINEZ AND MARICRUZ MARTINEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for SIERRA PACIFIC MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1051 WARHOL WAY, OAKLEY, CA 94561 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 without covenant or warranty, express 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $627,529.58 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www.Auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08001285-17-1. 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: October 31, 2018 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08001285-17-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-6604288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.com FOR

AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction. com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. ISL Number 52707, Pub Dates: 11/16/2018, 11/23/2018, 11/30/2018, THE PRESS OAKLEY. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 78076 Publish Dates: November 16, 23, 30, 2018.

b. Father to be personally served 30 days prior to the hearing. Bring proof of residency to hearing. Date: 11/8/2018 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 78080 Publish Dates: November 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2018.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Kiara Macias SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Kiara Macias CASE NUMBER: N18-2351 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Kiara Macias filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Camille Adilynn Cerda to Proposed Name: Camille Adilynn Macias. 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: 1/8/19 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

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: Carrie Slonecker: #247 Carrie Slonecker: #9021 Erin Ganis: #842 Erin Ganis: #35 Denise Pedigo: #717 Denise Pedigo: #9022 John Williams: #112 John Williams: #9013 Rich La Valle: #48 Tara Turner: #9015 William Chivers: #212 William Chivers: #E The goods are described as furniture, tools and miscellaneous personal property. Items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on December 6, 2018 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 2170021716 of the California Self Service Storage Facility Act. Auction is to be held by Jason Whitt #5860870. Owner reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purchase must be cash only paid at the 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 78141 Publish Dates: November 23, 30, 2018.

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Calendar LOCAL EVENTS & SERVICE CLUBS

Events

Monday, Nov. 26 Casino Bus Trip

The Brentwood Concert Band

The Brentwood Concert Band holds rehearsals every Monday, from 7 to 9 p.m., at 400 Guthrie Lane, Brentwood. New members of all ages who play woodwind, brass or percussion instruments are welcome. For more information, contact info@brentwoodconcertband.com.

Monday, Dec. 3 Resume Building Workshop

The Liberty Adult Education presents Getting Your Resume Past the System and Into Human Hands, at the Liberty Adult Education Center, from noon to 1 p.m. This event is to help job applicants get their resume past electronic screening software and into employers’ hands. For more information visit https:// libertyadulted.org.

Sunday, Dec. 16 Marsh Creek Democratic Club

The Marsh Creek Democratic Club will hold its monthly meeting, on the third Sunday of every month, at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 380 W. Country Club Drive, Brentwood, at 2 p.m. Learn how to get involved in the politics of Brentwood and neighboring cities. For more information, visit www.marshcreekdems.org.

Monday, Nov. 17 Kaleidoscope Connection Circle

The Kaleidoscope Connection Circle meets the third Monday of every month at Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection Center, 14671 Byron Highway, in Byron, from 10 a.m. to noon. Acquaint yourself with Kaleidoscope’s programs and meet its leaders and volunteers. For more information, email info@kaleidoscopehope.org or call 925-550-8021.

Sign-ups The Girl Scouts of NorCal are looking for girls and adults to join a leadership team. For more information, contact infogirlscouts@yahoo.com with the girl’s name, grade and school. Parents please indicate if you also have adult leadership interest.

Art Classes at Delta Gallery

The Delta Gallery offers a wide variety of creative art classes for all ages, including oil and acrylic painting, drawing and jewelry design. The classes will be at the Delta Gallery. For more information, visit www.deltagallery.com.

Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts

Join the Cub Scouts, for kindergarten to fifthgrade boys, or Boy Scouts, for boys ages 11 to 18. For more information and to find a Pack or Troop visit www.BeAScout.org. You can also email membership@pack1155.org with questions.

Ongoing Events The Oakley 4-H Club Meeting

The Oakley 4-H Club will be meeting the second Thursday of every month at the Daub 4 Kids Bingo Hall, starting at 7 p.m. For more information, contact oakley@contracosta4h.org.

Ancient Languages, History and Culture of the Bible Class

To learn about the ancient languages, history and culture of the Bible, come to the class held at the Raley’s community room, 2400 Sand Creek Road, starting at 7 p.m., every Wednesday. For more information, contact Janelle Larsen at 209-642-0278.

GSMOL Biweekly Class

Golden State Manufactured Home Owners League Chapter 196 hosts an education class the second and fourth Thursday of each month in Oakley, from 5 to 6 p.m. Facilitator Glorie Illian discusses important topics related to mobilehome living, such as emergency preparedness for pets and humans, mobile-home maintenance and more. Attendees should come prepared to take notes. For more information or to RSVP, call

925-625-6251.

Mobile Homeowners Advocacy Group

Golden State Manufactured Homeowners League Chapter 196 is hosting a monthly meeting in Oakley, on the first Saturday of each month – not including December – from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The league teaches mobile homeowners their legal rights and how to defend themselves when rights are violated. Mobile homeowners living in Oakley, Bethel Island, Knightsen, Byron, Brentwood, Antioch or Pittsburg are welcome to the invitation-only meeting. For more information, visit www.GSMOL.org. To RSVP, call 925-625-6251.

Soroptimist International of Antioch Meeting

The Soroptomist International of Antioch will be meeting on the first Wednesday of the month, at 6 p.m., and the second, third and fourth Wednesday at noon, at the Lone Tree Golf and Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road, Antioch. For more information, contact Mary Ann Redden at 925-757-5605 or visit www.si-antioch.org.

Al-Anon Meetings

Al-Anon meets every Monday, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., and on Thursday, from 7 to 8 p.m., at the Delta Presbyterian Church. Al-Anon was made to help friends and families of alcoholics. For more information, contact 925-784-8030.

Byron Delta Lions Club

The Byron Delta Lions Club meets the first Friday of every month at the Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road, in Discovery Bay, at 10 a.m. For more information, visit www.byrondeltalions.org.

Discovery Bay Lions

The Discovery Bay Lions Club meets at the Discovery Bay Yacht Club, 5871 Marina Road, in Discovery Bay, on the first Tuesday of the month, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www. discoverybaylions.com.

Delta Divas Networking

The Delta Divas Networking group meets the second Tuesday of each month at Co. Co. County Wine Bar, 633 First St., in Brentwood, from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. This is a networking group for women in the Delta towns who want to meet and support others in the area. $25 annual dues. For more

Community Chest’s Donation Bin Locations Those who wish to donate canned goods or toys to Brentwood Regional Community Chest’s yearly holiday drive can find a donation bin at the following locations through Dec. 13:

Actus Chiropractic

9030 Brentwood Blvd., Suite D, Brentwood

Liberty Adult Education 850 Second St., Brentwood

Apollo Dental

4530 Balfour Road, Brentwood

SAC Community Bank 740 First St., Brentwood

BAC Community Bank

2251 Balfour Road, Brentwood

Brentwood Auto-NAPA

Independence High School

Brentwood Police lobby

Intero Real Estate

7885 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood 9100 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood

Brentwood Self Storage

190Sand Creek Road, Brentwood

Brentwood Senior Activity Center 193 Griffith Lane, Brentwood

Callahan’s Coffee & Cones

1555 Riverlake Road, Discovery Bay

Chamber of Commerce 35 Oak St., Brentwood

City of Brentwood Community Center 35 Oak St., Brentwood

929 Second St., Brentwood

2455 Sand Creek Road, #104, Brentwood

Kendall Automotive

9010 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood

La Paloma High School

400 Ghiggeri Drive, Brentwood

Law Offices of Silky Sahnan 654 Third St., Brentwood

LUSD Transportation Office 30 Oak St., Brentwood

Marsh Creek Elementary School 601 Grant St., Brentwood

Crown and Crow

Monkey Wrenches

Delta Bay DentalGroup

Post Office

Delta Valley Health Club

Planet Beach

East County Performing Arts Center

The Streets of Brentwood

Fire Station 52

Synergy Lending

Black Diamond Kids Center

Hann Orthodontics

The Brentwood Press

100 Cortona Way, #250, Brentwood

248 Oak St., Brentwood

BrentCourt Dental Group

Harvest Park Bowl

Tractor Supply Co

Bank of America

6261 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood

Bank of America

241 Oak St., Brentwood

Bank of Stockton

6590 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood

Bank of the West

4540 Balfour Road, Brentwood

Bill Brandt Ford

8100 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood 2015 Elkins Way, Brentwood

1140 Second St., Brentwood

For print, email your events to calendar@brentwoodpress.com one week prior to publication. For online, post your events for free on The Press Community Calendar www.thepress.net/ calendar.

Girl Scouts of NorCal

Oakley’s Senior Citizen’s present a casino bus trip to Cache Creek Casino Resort. The bus will leave at 8 a.m. from the Senior Center at Oakley. The cost is $35 and includes $20 in cash on card or $25 for members. For more information, contact Tim at 925-238-5356 or 925-679-8636 or Dee Hicks at 925-684-0180.

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8130 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood 18 Oak St. Brentwood 4530 Balfour Road, Brentwood 2455 Sand Creek Road, Brentwood 151 Sand Creek Road, Suite G, Brentwood

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El Campanil Theatre 602 W. Second Street Antioch ORDER TICKETS PHONE: (925) 757-9500 OR ONLINE: www.ElCampanilTheatre.com Brentwood Community Chorus Presents

Handel's Messiah

Saturday Dec.1, 2018 7:30 pm East County Performing Arts Center

Presents “Little Stars”

Holiday Dance Show Sunday Dec. 2, 2018 9:00 am

United States Air Force Band of The Golden West Free Holiday Concert

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Friday Dec. 7, 2018 7:00 pm

Mau Loa Ohana

From The Island of Antioch Presents "Aloha" Saturday Dec. 8, 2018 7:30 pm

HipHop-Natyam Dance

Presents Bollywood Nights! Sunday Dec. 9, 2018 4:00 pm

The Ballet Company of East County

The Nutcracker

Friday Dec. 14 7:00 pm Saturday Dec. 15 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm Sunday Dec. 16 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm

Mitch Polzak

A Rockabilly, Honky Talk, Bluegrass Night Saturday Jan. 12, 2019 8:00 pm

Nicolas Bearde

Tribute to Nat King Cole

Sunday Jan. 27, 2019 3:00 pm Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra

"Let's Dance”

Saturday Feb. 16, 2019 2:00 pm

A Celebration of Joni Mitchell

Featuring Kimberly Ford Sunday Feb. 17, 2019 3:00 pm

Delta Blues Festival Benefit Concert

Saturday March 2, 2019 7:00 pm

Everly Brothers Experience Featuring the Zmed Brothers Saturday March 9, 2019 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm

Tony Award-Winning Star in Broadway’s Stage Musical & Feature Film "Jersey Boys"

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