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Staff Writer Tensions between dueling factions escalated last weekend as supporters of the effort to recall CSD Director Brian Dawson were evicted from the Discovery Bay Safeway parking lot. “We did call the police and they handed a trespass notice to the solicitor and they were instructed to leave,” said Susan Houghton, director of public relations for Safeway. “I had personally sent an e-mail on Friday (Jan. 27) to Mr. (Don) Flint, and our legal team and legal counsel did as well. Mr. Flint’s response was that he disagreed.” A pair of Sherrif’s deputies responded to the call, and the petitioners left peacefully. The recall attempt began in October following charges filed against Dawson in August for spousal battery and child endangerment. To date, Dawson has refused calls to step down from his seat on the town board. On Saturday, Jan. 28, petitioners set up a see Recall page 15A

Valentine’s Day is the occasion and The Streets of Brentwood is the venue for an exciting online contest. Page 1B

Monumental park permit East County will be home to California’s newest historic park, anchored by its prime pioneer’s house. Page 3A Sheriff’s deputies were called to remove recall proponents from the Safeway parking lot Saturday after store ofﬁcials said they had received complaints of harassment.

Holocaust survivor to speak in Brentwood by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer In l939, 7-year old Ralph Samuel’s parents kissed their son goodbye, put him on a transport plane to England – and saved his life. It would be the last time the German Jew would see his father and many months before the young boy would be reunited with his mother. But for the now 80year-old Samuel, his tale of inexpressible tragedy and loss is a testament to hope, courage and the resilience of the human spirit. “I was one of the lucky ones; I know that,” said Samuel in a recent interview with the Press. “It’s not something that I think about every day, but it’s something that is important to remember. And by talking about it, it helps to keep me sane.” Samuel will next be talking about his experience on Feb. 10

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A photo of Samuel, front row second from right, taken in 1935. The Holocaust survivor was part of Great Britain’s Kindertransport program during World War II. in Brentwood, when he will speak at a traditional Shabbat dinner at Chabad of the Delta. The public is welcome to attend.

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Born in 1931 in Dresden, Germany, the only child of Jewish parents, Samuel was forbidden by Nazi decree to attend regular

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school. As anti-Semitism in Germany became increasingly blatant, Samuel’s parents began searching for a safe haven for their son. They found it in Great Britain. “During that time, there were many Jews who wanted to leave Germany, Austria and other European countries, but much of the world closed its doors,” said Samuel. “England was one of the only countries that welcomed us.” And so in January of 1939, Samuel became one of the tens of thousands of young refugees – “Kinders,” as they would later be called – to benefit from the humanitarian relief effort called the Kindertransport. The program placed predominately Jewish children in foster homes throughout Britain, and while it was supported by the British Parliament, host families were required to take full see Survivor page 15A

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A Deer Valley grad and New England D-back hopes to rain on New York’s parade in Super Bowl XLVI. Page 17A Calendar ............................ 15B Classifieds ........................... 9B Cop Logs ............................ 14B East County Life ................ 1B Entertainment ................... 6B Food ...................................... 4B Milestones ........................12A Opinion ..............................14A Sports .................................17A FOR MOVIE TIMES SEE PAGE 5A

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Liberty district celebrates diversity by Samie Hartley Staff Writer

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Liberty Union High School District Diversity Coordinator Jesse Gossett, La Paloma Principal Regina Greene and Heritage Principal Larry Oshodi are working together to bring more multicultural events to the district’s ﬁve high schools. ated with Black History Month. Heritage High School Principal Larry Oshodi, one of the district’s two black principals, is excited by the prospect of more multicultural activities on campus.

“Heritage is a diverse community, but the emphasis on multiculturalism and celebrating diversity and change isn’t something that stays in the classroom,” Oshodi said. “Our students have orga-

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The Liberty Union High School District is using the month of February, nationally known as Black History Month, as a launch pad to host more multicultural celebrations throughout the year. “The student population has grown drastically in the past 15 years,” District Diversity Coordinator Jesse Gossett said. “During the 1995-1996 school year, the district had about 2,600 students. Today, we have 7,600. More people in the district means a greater diversity among the students and staff, so we are trying to offer more programs to help students embrace and celebrate the diversity of the district.” Freedom High School will host its inaugural Ethnic Potluck Dinner in the school’s multipurpose room on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Students and the community are invited to bring their favorite ethnic dish to share. There is no admission fee – just bring some food and enjoy. The event will also include cultural performances by Freedom’s various student clubs. Throughout the month of February, Liberty High School’s leadership class will display posters featuring inspirational quotes derived from the Civil Rights movement, and the morning announcement will include historical facts associ-

nized clubs dedicated to a variety of cultures, religions and interests, and many of them create events designed to share their culture with the rest of the community. Heritage is definitely a fitting name for this school.” In honor of Black History Month, the Heritage library will present a special display of books written by black authors, and the Career Center will showcase historically black colleges and universities. Oshodi is working on a plan to observe each history-specific month, such as women’s history in March, Hispanic heritage in September and Asian and Pacific Islander heritage in September during the 2012-2013 school year. Regina Greene, principal of La Paloma, has noticed students taking the initiative, proposing programs and activities to help celebrate diversity and educate each other about different lifestyles and customs. “We’re out to plant that seed about the acceptance of diversity within the community, and we hope that the students will go home and share what they’ve learned with their friends, family and neighbors,” Greene said. “We’re trying to educate the community as a whole, because what it comes down to is that Black History Month isn’t just about black history. It’s about America’s history.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Icing not just for cakes I knew the day would come when my oldest son would prefer his Dad’s company to mine, but it still hurts. I blame it all on sports. Suddenly our house has become the ESPN Zone, one sporting event after another blasting from HANGIN’ IN the TV. I look on HERE from a distance now, as my son and husband swap sports strategy, and try to predict the next champions. I guess this is how men VICKI bond. I prefer the MCKENNA tried-and-true Female Bonding Method of shopping, eating and plenty of wine, but I realized that if I were to stay close with my son, I’d better start liking sports. I’ve grown to like the San Jose Sharks. I like hockey. Coming from Chicago, my Mom always watched the Blackhawks, so I have some knowledge of the game – mostly that the object is to shoot the puck into the opposing team’s goal. Terms like “icing” and “offsides” are still a mystery to me, but I love the game. I even know some of the Sharks’ players’ names. I own an authentic

jersey and a Sharks bottle opener. I consider myself a true fan. Last week I was excited about an upcoming game. I’d begun feeling closer to my son – he even high-fived me after a Sharks’ goal during the last game! I was making progress. I tried to get dinner out of the way so I could relax and watch the game. I cooked a very nice meal, served it and then got to work cleaning up the mess while my son and husband relaxed on the couch. As I wiped down the counter, I tried to make some casual hockey small talk with the men. The game was about to begin. “You know, for some reason I get Doug Murray and Danny Boyle mixed up.” That’s all I said. The room went quiet. I didn’t even realize they’d heard me. I looked up from the counter and they were both staring at me with a look of disgust and bewilderment. “Are you kidding me?” my son loudly retorted. Then my husband backed him up with the same arrogant attitude. “How can you get a big German guy like Doug Murray confused with Dan Boyle??” I was under attack. “I don’t know,” I meekly answered. “I mean, they all have beards and helmets; it’s not that hard to understand.” But they’d shot me

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down. I was completely humiliated. They’d voted me off Hockey Island. Then I got mad. After that nice dinner and all the cleaning up while they just sat there. Wow! “Sorry!” I yelled. “You will not hear from me again!” I stormed out of the kitchen with a big glass of wine and headed right for the computer, where I immediately began blasting smooth jazz and buying stuff online. I did not watch the game. They’d ruined it for me. My daughter Mary was home from college. You remember, the daughter who rolls her eyes a lot. She’d seen the whole exchange and even she defended me. She walked right in front of the TV with her hands on her hips and said, “That was sooo mean! You need to apologize to Mom!” But they didn’t. Well, not at first. My husband eventually uttered a quick “sorry” later on, and my son didn’t ask me to wait on him the whole next day, so I guess that was his apology. The next time we watched hockey together, I didn’t say much, but my son patiently explained to me what “icing” is, and my husband brought me a nice glass of wine and a cookie. The Sharks won. I think we all did. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Beware of Friends and Family Co-Signing and Joint Ownership by Joan Grimes, Esq. After being a bankruptcy attorney for over 25 years, there is one thing I know for sure---sooner or later one of your friends or family will ask you to cosign a loan for them or ask you buy something with them. It may be a car, boat, timeshare, vacation cabin, investment property or building. All you have to do is keep breathing and this will happen to you. Co-signing or buying anything with a friend or family will have consequences. Here is just the tip of the iceberg. Co-signing on a loan to something will affect your credit. It increases your debt to income ratios and it will reduce your ability to get other loans. Your credit will take an immediate hit. When you co-sign on a loan or purchase agreement, you are jointly and severally liable on the whole obligation i.e. if the other person doesn’t pay, you are on the hook for the whole amount. The fact that you own only a portion of the boat, trailer, house etc per your agreement with the other owners is irrelevant to the lender. If the other co-signers stop paying, you responsible for the full balance still due and owing. Your credit score will fall if there is a default. It doesn’t matter if only 1 spouse signed. California is a community property state. One spouse can bind the other. There is a HUGE difference between co-signing on a personal loan and real estate loan. If you default on a personal loan even if it is secured by a boat, trailer or car, the worst thing that is going to happen is the lender will repossess the collateral and get a judgment against you for the deficiency balance on the loan. However, if you co-sign a real estate loan, that loan will be characterized as recourse loan unless it is non-recourse debt which in California means it was a loan used to purchase a 1-4 unit property

and YOU live in the property. If the loan is not a non-recourse debt and there is a default, there may be personal liability and tax liability. Never underestimate the IRS and California State Franchise Board. When a lender determines that a debt is uncollectable either because it is time barred or a deficiency is prohibited by state law or the parties agree to a settlement for less than the balance due and owing, the lender is REQUIRED to issue a Cancellation of Debtor Statement known as 1099c if the lender is forgiving $600 or more. You NEED to know your tax liability BEFORE you get the 1099c. There are ways to minimize the tax liability. Do not jeopardize your future. If your friends or family ask you to co-sign on a loan or buy something with them, JUST SAY NO. If you have the resources to GIVE them money, that is a better option. If you have already co-signed a loan and you think there is going to be a default on the loan, seek legal counsel immediately. This is a complicated area of the law, but a real estate or bankruptcy attorney should be able to make to an analysis of your particular situation fairly quickly which will allow you to determine your personal liability and tax liability in the event of a default. WE ARE A DEBT RELIEF AGENCY. WE HELP PEOPLE FILE BANKRUPTCY RELIEF UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY CODE. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT PROVIDED AS LEGAL ADVICE AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON IN MAKING ANY DECISION REGARDING A VOLUNTARY DEFAULT, SHORT SALE, FORECLOSURE OR BANKRUPTCY. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR OBTAINING TAX & LEGAL ADVICE REGARDING AN INDIVIDUAL SITUATION. GRIMESBK.AW.COM (925) 323-7772 © 2012 Joan Grimes – Advertisement

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Michelle Prior of the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in San Francisco praises the work of students in Liberty High School’s fashion and design classes. From left, models Tyler Elmore, Savannah Bresee, co-designer Sierra Wouters and model Elizabeth Villalobos display their fashions constructed with paper and tape.

Student fashion show makes the (paper) cut by Samie Hartley Staff Writer Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to create a skirt made of paper and tape. It sounds more like a challenge on “Project Runway” than “Mission: Impossible,” but students in Liberty High School’s fashion classes were up to the task and produced an array of highly imaginative creations from materials you probably have lying around the house. Liberty recently held its second annual paper skirt fashion show. Students used a variety of materials in the paper family, crafting their designs with binder and printer paper, paper towels, tissue paper, wrapping paper, newspaper and magazines as well as butcher paper and brown paper bags. “I cannot believe everything you see up here is made with paper and tape,” said Michelle Prior of the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in San Francisco. “I would order some of these outfits.”

Senior Savannah Bresee impressed Prior and advisor Ada Weeks with a Minnie Mouse-inspired outfit. Bresee used the residential sections from two phone books to design her skirt, layering strips of paper onto a newspaper base. “I wanted to do something elaborate and fun, and I love Disney, so I wanted to do my own version of Minnie Mouse,” Bresee said after being praised by Prior for her originality. Bresee went beyond the assignment to create a top out of printer paper and painted it red with white dots to truly embody the essence of Minnie. To top off the ensemble, Bresee sported a pair of Mickey ears straight from Disneyland. Weeks hosted three shows last week, one for each of her fashion and design classes. Prior said when judging the looks, she was assessing the originality and creativity. Freshman Elizabeth Villalobos modsee Fashion page 7A

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FORECLOSURE REVIEW Matt Brecher shows off his lava-lava Hawaiian hula skirt during Liberty High’s paper dress fashion show last week.

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Fashion from page 6A eled the dress she designed with fellow freshmen Brooke Walden and Sierra Wouters. Prior was impressed by the princess prom dress, which featured a skirt with four layers of white and pink tissue paper. To complete the look, the girls designed a top using a plastic tablecloth accented with glitter and plastic gems. “We weren’t really sure what we wanted to do, so we just winged it, playing with different materials,” Walden said. “We wandered around the dollar store brainstorming different ideas and we collected a variety of materials and went with it.” Following the show, Prior said the paper prom dress was something she could picture finding on the racks at a trendy clothing store. Not too shabby for an outfit that cost less than $12. Tissue paper was the material of choice for senior Tyler Elmore, who used

the malleable substance to create a ruffled white skirt and jacket. Prior said she was impressed by Elmore’s bold choice in design. “Tyler’s look was so out of the box. She took a risk, and that’s what designers are doing today. They are experimenting to find that next big thing. It was futuristic and gutsy. I was really impressed.” Elmore said she was inspired by the late designer Alexander McQueen, who was known for bold colors, layers and textured designs. To make her jacket pop, she spray painted the elevated collar lime green. Other outfits included duct tape skirts, checkered patterns made of post-its, and a male’s lava-lava Hawaiian skirt. Weeks announced that the Fashion Club, which features many students from the fashion and design classes, will host a second fashion show in the spring. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

If you had a foreclosure initiated, pending or completed against you in 2009 or 2010, you may find this of interest. The Federal Reserve Board has been looking into the actions of many of the largest lenders about how they handled the foreclosure process. They want to review the process to determine if any borrowers suffered financial harm because of the lender’s mistakes or misstatements. If errors are found, the lenders are required to compensate the borrowers if financial harm can be proven. If you had a loan that meets the below requirements, you can request an independent review of the foreclosure process and possibly receive some compensation. The property must have been your primary residence, the mortgage either had foreclosure started, pending or completed anytime between 1/1/2009 and 12/31/2010 and the mortgage was serviced by America’s Servicing Company, Countrywide, National City, Aurora Loan Services, EMC, PNC, Bank of America,

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Charitable contributions In addition to the usual cash donations that you have made throughout the year, you may be able to deduct the cost of using your vehicle if you volunteer your time or provide a service to a qualified charitable, educational or nonprofit organization. There are two options available for claiming vehicle expenses and, naturally, the IRS requires you to have “reliable written records” for either method: To use the standard charitable mileage rate of 14¢ per mile, your records must show the name of the organization, the dates you drove your car for your charitable work and the number of miles driven. To use the actual vehicle expenses, your records must show the costs of operating your vehicle that directly relate to your volunteer work. You can also deduct parking fees and tolls regardless of which method is used. So, if you are a scout leader, a Red Cross volunteer, spend a few hours helping out at the local Food Bank or are actively involved with your religious organization, your vehicle expenses may increase your charitable contribution deduction. In addition to volunteer miles driven, you may have spent money out of your own pocket within the scope of your volunteer work. These expenses might include office supplies, uniforms, and even travel expenses if you were away from home while performing your charitable service. These documentation requirements for out-of-pocket expenses apply: You must have “adequate records” to prove the amount of the expenses. You must obtain an acknowledgement from the organization before you file your tax return that contains a description of the services you provide, a statement that says you were not reimbursed for the expenses, and that you receive no tangible

(other than religious) benefit from the organization. The final point under the category of charitable contributions, is simply a reminder regarding noncash contributions: In recent years the IRS has stiffened the required documentation for donations of clothing and other household items to nonprofit organizations like the Salvation Army or the Goodwill Industries. “Three bags of clothing” or “two boxes of books” is not an adequate description of the donated items to claim the deduction. You must have a list of the donated items along with the fair market value you have placed on those items, and some form of receipt or acknowledgement from the organization. Here are a few handy websites to help you evaluate your noncash items: Two different Salvation Army evaluation guides can be found here: http://www.satruck.com/ValueGuide.aspx http://www.salvationarmysouth.org/valueguide.htm You can download an evaluation guide from the yellow box in the middle of this Goodwill Industries web page: http://www.goodwill.org/get-involved/donate/taxesand-your-donation/ This Usedprice.com link contains Blue Book valuations for different categories of noncash donations from television sets and computers to guns, musical instruments, power tools and more: http://www.usedprice.com/ About Jet Tax: Jet Tax employs enrolled agents (“EAs”), tax specialists licensed by the US Department of the Treasury. We have offices in Antioch, CA and Bozeman, MT. We can be reached via our website, www.jettax.org or by phone at (925)778-0281 – Advertisement

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New Oakley Park to open The City of Oakley celebrates the completion of Phase II of the Holly Creek Project with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m. Oakley residents celebrated the opening of Phase I of Holly Creek Park, located off Hagar Court in the Holly Creek housing development, in 2007. Residents have since enjoyed the park’s many amenities, including a playground, tables and benches, landscaping and a large walking trail. But now the six acres of land

by the walking trail (four of which were once a storm basin) have been transformed into an open grass play area. “We are committed to bringing parks to our residents for their use and enjoyment,” said Mayor Kevin Romick. “The unique aspect of Holly Creek Park is that the basin’s primary function serves as a storm drainage, but now doubles as a recreational setting. We look forward to the great times the space will provide to children who will make use of it.”

Home compost workshop The Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development holds a free composting workshop Saturday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon at Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. Participants will be given hands-on experience in making, maintaining and harvesting a compost pile. The workshop also touches on worm composting as a means of turning kitch-

en scraps into a compost of exceptional quality. High-quality compost bins will be available at a discounted rate and free instructional materials on home composting will be provided to attendees. All Contra Costa County residents are welcome to the workshop. For reservations, call the Recycling Hotline at 800750-4096 (option 2). To learn more about composting or recycling, visit www.cccrecycle.org.

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Fire tax meetings â&#x20AC;˘ Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m. Knightsen Garden Club 3067 Knightsen Ave., Knightsen

The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District is holding a series of public meetings to answer questions and provide information about the tax measure being considered for the June ballot: â&#x20AC;˘ Regular Fire Board meeting Monday, Feb 6, 6:30 p.m. Oakley City Hall 3251 Main St., Oakley

â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m. Oakley City Hal 3231 Main St., Oakley â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, Feb. 29, 6:30 p.m. San Joaquin Yacht Club 550 Riverview Place, Bethel Island â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, March 1, 6:30 p.m. Discovery Bay CSD Meeting 1800 Willow Lake Rd., Discovery Bay

â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m. Brentwood City Council Chambers 150 City Park Way, Brentwood

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Will shave for money East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Board Director Robert Kenny, known for masquerading as Santa Claus during the holidays, has pledged to shave his Santa beard for charity. Kenny is hosting a raffle on Wednesday, Feb. 29 at the San Joaquin Yacht Club, 550 Riverview Place in Bethel Island. Proceeds go to ECCFPD firefighter Willie West, an Antioch resident battling prostate cancer. The grand prizewinner gets to decide where, when and who will shave Kennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Santa beard. Tickets are $5. For more information, call Kenny at 925-684-9283.

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Ignacio Pena, center, with O’Hara Park P.E. teachers Patrick James and Vicki Simmons. The Oakley teen collapsed during P.E. class last October and returned to school last week for his ﬁrst visit since the incident.

Stricken Oakley teen back home again by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer

Ignacio Pena’s reputation as a “miracle boy” might sound extravagant – but there’s no other way to describe him. “Honestly, if you don’t believe in miracles, all you need to do is look at Ignacio,” said O’Hara Park Principal Roger MacDonald of the Oakley teenager. “It’s a pretty miraculous, emotional thing.” Last October, the eighth-grader collapsed while running the field during P.E. class. His teacher, Patrick James, called 911 while the school’s other P.E. teacher, Vicki Simmons, administered CPR. Ignacio was rushed to the hospital, where his heart was eventually revived, but he remained in a coma for nearly three weeks. “The doctors didn’t give him too many chances to live,” said a teary-eyed Yanin, Ignacio’s sister, at their home last week. “But we just prayed and prayed and he finally opened his eyes and woke up.” Yanin said the doctors still don’t know exactly what caused the otherwise healthy teen to collapse, but he did have a pacemaker surgically installed and continues to undergo physical therapy to help him with his walking, speech and writing. His prognosis is positive and doctors expect him to continue to improve over the next few months. As for Ignacio, he remembers very little of the day. “All I know is that I felt dizzy while I was running, and then I opened my eyes and I was in the hospital,” he said. “That’s all I remember.” Today his thoughts are clearer, focused on more pleasant images such as enjoying his favorite foods (homemade by mom), playing with his Xbox and eventu-

ally getting back onto the soccer field. “I really want to play again,” said Ignacio. “That’s something I think about a lot.” It’s been a difficult few months for the family; circumstances have continued to test their resolve. Two weeks ago, burglars broke into their house during the day and made off with TVs, computers and other personal items. Yet the family believes the event has only strengthened their resolve and settled their priorities. “We were sad,” said Graciela, Ignacio’s mother. “And we wondered who would do this to us. But all that really matters is that we are together and that my son is alive. The rest doesn’t matter.” Over the past few months, the community and school district have generously helped the family with their living expenses and medical bills. A fundraiser was held at Black Bear Diner and an account at Bank of the West in Oakley remains open in Ignacio’s name. “I just have thanks for every person that helped us,” said Graciela. “Black Bear Diner, the fire department, the school and our church. It has meant everything to us. Graciela, who has not worked since October in order to take care of Ignacio, calls the support of the community a true blessing. But she saves her highest praise for one special individual. “There is just one reason he is alive, and it is an angel named Ms. Simmons,” said Graciela. “She saved him; she did. There are just no words.” Donations to the family can be made by calling Bank of the West at 925-6252211 or O’Hara Park Middle School at 925-625-5060. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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SO YOU’RE A NON-PROFIT. REALLY? ARE YOU SURE? Right before and after the holidays, there are many solicitations for “tax deductible” donations to many organizations. Some you recognize, some you don’t. If you donate to a non-profit that does not have 501(c)(3) status, you could be jeopardizing your right to take that deduction. A 501(c)(3) public benefit organization or corporation is an organization that has gone through the scrutiny of the IRS to determine if its purpose serves the public good. A non-profit (501(c)(3)) that has been in existence for several years may not have filed the “Form 1023” that is now required by the IRS to obtain 501(c)(3) status. However, if your organization, an existing non-profit, has not filed the 990 tax return with the IRS for the past 3 years, you will lose your status, and then have to file the Form 1023 to be reactivated….And there is no guarantee that this time around, you will be granted non-profit status. Once you receive Federal “tax exempt” status (501(c)(3)), you must then apply to the State for equivalent status. You can create a completely new application with the state on the Form 3500 for California, or you can wait for your status to come through with the Federal Government, and then make an abbreviated application with the state (details on how to do that are not covered by this article). After you receive the State’s approval, then you must submit an application to the

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(925) 516-1617 WWW.ALVISFRANTZLAW.COM Barbara Frantz is a business lawyer with Alvis Frantz and Associates, a Professional Law Corporation in Brentwood, CA. This article is not a substitute for obtaining legal advice. Copyright 2012. All Rights Reserved. Our firm emphasizes business, employment, real estate, estate planning, probate and uncontested family law matters. – Advertisement

Service celebrated Master Sgt. Lawrence J. Polk recently retired from the Air Force after 28 years of service. Polk was born on March 14, 1955 in San Francisco. He graduated from Del Valle High School in Walnut Creek. He joined the Air Force under the delayed enlistment program in August of 1973, completing basic training in November of that year. He continued his stay there for four weeks to attend Security Police Tech School. While in the Security Forces, he was assigned to Travis Air Force Base in California, Ramstein Air Base in Germany and Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota. Polk decided to leave the Air Force in 1979 to attend college in California. He attended Diablo Valley Junior College for two years and received his associate’s degree. He then transferred to California State University Hayward, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in accounting in 1989. With no other option, he joined the reserves as a fuel cell technician at Travis Air Force Base. He was later activated and deployed in support of ongoing contingencies. He has served as shift

supervisor and provided ongoing support as the unit career advisor for the 349th Maintenance Squadron. He has also earned his CCAF in aircraft maintenance technology while being activated. On a personal note, Polk met the woman of his dreams, Linda, back in the day while cruising the streets of Walnut Creek. Polk and his wife have raised three loving children: Victoria, Samantha and Andrew. Polk was recently celebrated in his retirement ceremony at Travis Air Force Base on Jan. 21, 2012.

Oakley’s Cmdr. Alexandra Luckhardt, a nurse in the United States Navy Reserves, is presently deployed in Kandahar, Afghanistan at the Nato Role 3 Hospital, assigned to the Intensive Care Unit. She has been gone since July of 2011. When at home, she is the administrator for the Brentwood Surgery Center located on the third floor in the John Muir Outpatient building. Alexandra is married to Ernest Luckhardt, retired from the U.S. Army, and has a daughter, Natasha. Cmdr. Luckhardt is also a member of the American Legion Post 202 in Brentwood. She is due back in Oakley this month.

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Letter writer’s fire facts faulty Editor: I would like to address the Letter to the Editor submitted by Jonathan Silver. Knowingly providing false information starts rumors, and those who do this should be held accountable for their actions. Unfortunately, the ECCFPD pays the price. A difference of opinion is fine, but fibbing is not. Mr. Silver complains about two consulting companies helping come up with the under-$200 scenario. I suggest he do his homework, as this has been discussed for the last six years and it was the module that provided sustainability for future growth in East County. It appears that he does not know the history nor does he comprehend the reason of why the district got in this mess (Prop 13). Simply put, this is a revenue problem rather than a spending problem. So Kevin Romick is correct: these numbers did not just fall out of the sky. Mr. Silver moves on to USDA money and private companies, claiming his suggestion fell on “deaf ears.” This is nothing more than an assumption and he fibbed again. I would like to know which USDA money grants he is referring to and which private companies. Speaking of grants, he fails to mention the two grants the district was just awarded – kudos, Chief! He then moves on to accuse the district of spending money recklessly. His only example is vehicles, where he fibbed, as updating equipment does not equate to reckless spending. The pickups purchased in 2007 replaced eight-year-old vehicles that had over 100k miles and were set up to run emergency service and support the fire crews. Does Mr. Silver expect the district to stick with high-mileage vehicles that inherently come with high ongoing maintenance and repair costs? I would hope not. Mr. Silver questions the cost savings

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never being explained to the public with regard to building the Oakley station and why it was built in Oakley as opposed to Bethel Island. He fibbed again; this very paper explained it last August. The City of Oakley built the replacement station with fees collected from new development. The station then was turned over to the district. Since it was Oakley funds, it could not have been used in Bethel Island. Simply put, the district didn’t pay a dime; developers did through the Fire Facilities Impact Fee Fund. Mr. Silver then gets into a salary debate and benefits while accusing the district of hiding information about what the parcel tax is for. This is a fib because the district has been honest on what the parcel tax is for – prevents layoffs, opens a station, provides paramedics and equipment upgrades. The board also released salary comparisons during its outreach meetings in which CONFIRE pays almost double the salary of an ECCFPD firefighter. Essentially, we are getting a bargain on our fire costs. Stunningly, Mr. Silver makes the dangerous comparison of other fire district solutions, which he named the City of Pacifica – reduced crews from three to two. This suggestion by Mr. Silver of two firefighters on a rig will get people killed. When an engine arrives on scene, it can’t do much until other engines arrive, as you need at least four firefighters before action can truly occur. By the way, our mutual aid from CONFIRE will be greatly reduced should the parcel tax fail. Finally, he proclaims that there is not a sunset clause, which is a lie. This still remains undecided. By voting against this parcel tax, you are reducing your own services all in the name of “punishing” the board, when in reality you are punishing yourself. It’s time to stop playing roulette with our fire service and stand behind these brave men and women. Michael Burkholder Oakley

Wasteful school spending Editor: I would like to respond to last week’s editorial by Dr. Richard Rogers, superintendent, Oakley Union School District. I find it hard to accept his logic and worries about the state budget impact on school districts throughout California when we here in Oakley are paying millions of dollars for a new school that was never opened or needed. Within 10 miles of each other we have three brand-new elementary schools that are not needed and empty: one in the Oakley school district, one in the Knightsen school district and one just finished being built last fall in the Brentwood school district. We also have the Liberty Union High School District that spent millions of

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dollars on a proposed high school before pulling the plug. One can only imagine how many millions of dollars were spent just here in East County on schools that are left vacant, in addition to the ongoing cost to maintain them. Our education system is broken; there is no oversight or accountability for this wasteful spending. Now we have our governor asking for a tax increase to help our state’s education program. I have to wonder how many more millions were wastefully spent throughout California at the expense of our children’s education. Maybe if our school boards throughout the state would build schools when they are needed instead of spending and building on the speculation of population growth, our state would still have the money needed for the education of our children without raising taxes. Frank Spinelli Oakley

Grand jury misses the mark Editor: The recent grand jury report of the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District is not on target, as stated by Johnny Merrill’s Jan. 20 op/ed piece in another newspaper. The district staff, as well as the entire appointed fire board disagree with it and have dedicated countless hours to the dire situation. I wonder if he has attended any fire board meetings or read the papers himself. At the recent town hall meeting on Bethel Island, I thought Chief Henderson did a succinct job of explaining the situation. The district has been operating on a budget that has decreased by 35 percent due to significant losses in county tax revenues. It has already closed two of its original eight stations, increased employees’ benefit co-pays, and is currently striving to reach new contract negotiations with the employees, who already make less than any firefighters in this county. It is already operating on decreased personnel staffing, with only two firefighters per truck at three of the six remaining stations, which is below the national standard of three. Mr. Merrill’s comment that the district has done nothing to “tighten their belts” is simply not true. It has already explored CalFire options, and in addition to providing no cost-saving benefits to speak of, the relinquishing of control of our fire district from a local level to a state level during our state’s current budget crisis was opted against by the board. They are not creating an “empire,” as Johnny Merrill’s comment implies. Merely forecasting that the district will be broke before year’s end and other viable options are not available. Taxpayers will not “once again bail it out.” This is the first time a parcel tax suggestion of this kind has taken place, and it has

only become sadly necessary due to the downturn in the economy, not to some squandering of local funds by the district, as he would have led a reader to believe. It is trying to sustain, and perhaps in the future improve, the proud district servicing a burgeoning residential community. The grand jury report states that the current model is sufficient, but the district is faced with the reality that it cannot sustain the current model beyond July of this year and therefore will be closing three of it’s remaining six stations, laying off half of the current firefighters to a skeleton crew. Mr. Merrill’s suggestion that “the district should wake up and smell the roses” slanders the hard work of the experienced staff and board members who have dedicated themselves to resolving this situation for the benefit of all the residents of East County who rely heavily on the critical response times and aid provided by the district firefighters. As Bethel Island, Discovery Bay and Knightsen will surely lose their stations, these residents should realize that without a primary or secondary fire station within five miles of their homes, critical insurance ratings will be affected and homeowner’s insurance rates will double and could triple. Brentwood and Oakley residents will also be affected by the loss of secondary stations (mutual aid) and could find their ratings affected as well. These increased premiums will surely be more than $197 annually. Paying an extra parcel tax just may be the concession we accept in order to ensure safety of lives and property. I urge residents to vote as they choose, but understand the broad ramifications of their vote. Mr. Merrill’s slant of the situation was just that. Jamie Bolt Bethel Island

Budget cuts lead to fights Editor: I am a student attending Freedom High School and I would like to bring up the issue of how many fights have been happening this year at the school. There have been lots of fights for no reason: guys fighting guys, girls fighting girls, and even guys fighting girls. These fights can result from many different reasons. For instance, maybe somebody was talking bad about another person or they just didn’t like each other. But the reason that I find to be the strangest is the budget cuts. Because students are getting less extra-curricular activity, they decide to bring their frustration out on other students. This not only hurts their records but it also affects their grades and how other students view them. Just wanted to bring this up. Elijah Walker Oakley

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Recall from page 1A tent in the Safeway parking lot to collect signatures for the recall effort, which has until Monday (Feb. 6) to collect 1,649 signatures to be put on the June ballot. Although they had been at the town center previous weekends – and had been granted corporate permission to be there – according to Safeway officials, the company’s policies had changed over the summer, and some store managers had not been made aware of the new guidelines. “Safeway’s solicitation policy has changed but some of our stores are still struggling with what’s considered acceptable,” said Houghton. “Petitioners are never acceptable, whether it’s for the legalization of marijuana, the Amazon tax or a recall. …

Survivor from page 1A responsibility for the children, paying for their needs out of their own pockets. “My parents told me I was going on a great adventure and that they would join me soon,” said Samuel. “And I believed them. I don’t remember getting on the plane or leaving my parents, but I do remember wearing a cardboard sign around my neck with my name on it. I arrived in England like a package.” Samuel Epstein retrieved the 7-year old package and brought him to live with his wife and son in Wimbledon. “They treated me with such kindness,” said Samuel. “They treated me like family. A few months later my mother wrote to Mr. Epstein explaining that conditions for the Jews were getting very bad and asked if he needed any help in his home. He hired my mother as a maid and we were reunited. I remember, however, eating my meals in the dining room with the Epsteins while my mother ate dinner in the kitchen. But I had her with me and I was lucky.” In September of the same year, Samuel and half a million other children in Great Britain were evacuated to the English countryside to escape the anticipated bombings. Samuel was sent to a tiny village outside of Guildford about an hour and a half from London. He went to a large manor house with several other children, and on Sundays the mothers would take the train to visit their children. Once again, Samuel’s mother found a way to be with her son, this time as a governess at the estate. “My mother asked during one of her visits if they needed help with all these children,” said Samuel. “And they hired her as a governess. She stayed with us through the end of the war. My mother, she was a very, very tough lady and determined to stay with her son.” Samuel’s father, however, had remained behind in Germany, believing he could continue to work as a grain broker and later join his family in England. But he was soon rounded up and sent to a labor camp outside of Dresden, and from there was deported to Auschwitz, where he was killed. “We had Red Cross letters from him – they could write only 25 words or less – telling us he was all right,” said Samuel. “And I still have the last letter he sent. But then we learned he had been taken to Auschwitz, and my mother received a letter telling her he had died. He was 44 years old.”

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The Brownies, food banks and the Salvation Army are things that we have been told are important to our customers, and in this case, exactly because of what happened this weekend is the reason we don’t want to be in the middle of it. The recall issue has nothing to do with Safeway.” Houghton said that “repeated complaints” from customers of harassment by petitioners led the local store manager to contact corporate headquarters, where the violation of the solicitation policy was discovered. Recall organizer Don Flint said he supported Safeway’s right to implement whatever policies it wished, and places the blame for his group’s eviction squarely at the feet of Dawson supporters, whom he believes were

responsible for contacting Safeway officials. “I think their methods are pathetic, but it does show that Dawson knows how strong the community support for the recall is,” said Flint. “Dawson understands that his only chance to stay on the board is to make it much more difficult for people to sign the petition.” The Safeway incident is the latest in a series of volatile events involving the two camps. Allegations of harassment on both sides and charges of election code violations have intensified an already contentious situation in recent weeks. Dawson believes last weekend’s incident is one more example of the group’s determination to defy the law. It does, however, prompt him to consider whether or not to

resign. “This is just another example of the recall proponents violating the law while talking about character and integrity,” said Dawson. “The constant lying and intimidation of my family does make me think about stepping down, but what would that say to future leaders if I were to step down because of intimidation and unlawful antics?” Flint said the Safeway incident might hurt the effort of the petitioners, but he declined to say how many signatures had been gathered so far. “Dawson’s gang chasing us out of public forums will make it very difficult to get enough signatures – that’s why they do it,” said Flint. “But we’ll keep at it.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

When the war ended, Samuel stayed on in England with his mother while his aunt (his m o t h e r ’s sister) and her family, including his cousin SAMUEL Haans – who later changed his name to Hank – moved to New Jersey. His uncle had died shortly after arriving in America and his aunt eventually remarried a Holocaust survivor. In 1957 Samuel’s aunt sent for him. He later settled in Oakland, got married, had two daughters and enjoyed a successful career in land acquisitions. His mother finally agreed to come to America and live with him, and arrived on Nov. 22, 1963 – the day President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. “My mother always thought America was such a violent country,” said Samuel. “But she came here to be with me and I know she had a happy life. She was able to be with her grandchildren and even though she never remarried, I believe she had a fulfilling life.” Today, Samuel stays in touch with cousin Hank, who lives in Florida and is also in close contact with foster brother Peter Epstein, who remained in England. His mother died in 1978 and his aunt and stepuncle have long since passed. Now retired, Samuel spends much of his time sharing his experiences with students and adults in local communities, offering his insight and historical perspective on the Holocaust and in particular the Kindertransport mission. “As a grandchild of survivors of the Holocaust, I’ve always had a personal interest in all kinds of stories of survival during that period,” said Rabbi Dovber Berkowitz, who is hosting the event. “My maternal grandfather managed to escape Poland as it was being invaded, but his entire family perished. Though this story is different, it has a close resemblance, and I’m looking forward to hearing it firsthand along with all the others who will be joining us.” For Samuel, the events of his life haven’t necessarily defined him, but have certainly

shaped him. And by recounting the turbulent times he experienced firsthand, Samuel believes he pays homage to those who came before him and educates those who come after. “To me, there are two kinds of survivors: those who never speak about it and those like me who won’t shut up,” said Samuel. “And I am in no way suggesting that one way is better. But I find that when I speak to groups, especially the high schools and especially in Germany, the kids are so hungry for information because their grandparents and great-grandparents wouldn’t speak about it. “Is there a sense of shame? Absolutely. Do I speak about forgiveness? Certainly not. My father would be the only one who

could do that. But I do it because I feel we need to learn and I want to tell today’s kids that one person can make a difference. “Mr. Epstein saved my life, and to honor him is one of the reasons I speak out. He not only saved me; he saved generations of my family. And it was all through the efforts of one individual.” Chabad of the Delta hosts a threecourse traditional Shabbat dinner with Samuel on Friday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Shadow Lakes Event Center, 401 W. Country Club Drive in Brentwood. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for children. RSVPs are requested by Feb. 8. For more information or ticket reservations, call 925-238-8770 or visit www.jewishdelta.com. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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From the Mayor’s Cup to the Super Bowl by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

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New England Patriots defensive back and Deer Valley grad Sterling Moore crosses the end zone after intercepting a pass against Buffalo earlier this season.

For the second year in a row, Sterling Moore is going to the Super Bowl. Last year, the Deer Valley alumnus got lucky and went to Super Bowl XLV in Arlington, Texas as a Southern Methodist University student when a teammate’s dad had an extra ticket in the nosebleed seats. He’ll have a better view this year. As a defensive back for the AFC Champion New England Patriots, Moore will compete on Sunday in Super Bowl XLVI against the New York Giants, who also field a local guy in Los Medanos College grad and defensive end Dave Tollefson. “It’s been a roller coaster,” Moore said during Super Bowl Media Day. “I just try not to think about it right now, especially with this game Sunday. It’ll be something I’ll think about definitely after the season and kind of reflect on how I got here. But now I’m just looking forward to the Giants.” Playing in the Super Bowl was a pipe dream for Moore four years ago – or even at the beginning of the season. According to Deer Valley head coach Rich Woods, Moore didn’t even start play-

ing football until his senior year. He was a guard on the Wolverines’ varsity basketball team as a junior, but some friends in the weight room convinced him to give the gridiron a shot. As a cornerback for Deer Valley, Moore was a key part of the Wolverines’ Bay Valley Athletic League champion squad. He played for DV with Taiwan Jones, now a Raiders running back. Moore made 10 solo tackles and had a hand in 22 total stops. Deer Valley finished the regular season 10-0 before falling to Pittsburg in the first round of the playoffs. Woods noted that while Moore wasn’t the biggest or fastest guy on the field, he knew how to play. “He wasn’t all-league or any of that – he was just a great player,” Woods said. “That season really got him excited about football again. He was just excited about the opportunity to play.” After graduating from Deer Valley in 2007, Moore spent a year at Los Medanos College, working at Best Buy in Pittsburg while taking classes and playing football for the Mustangs. He transferred to Laney College in Oakland for his sophomore season, making the state all-junior college team, but slipping under the radar of major colsee Super Bowl page 20A

Farber sisters set standard for Lions by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

Many twins, after a while, get sick of being alike. They switch fashions, listen to different music or seek separation after high school. Not Brianna and Mikayla Farber. The Liberty High seniors are soccer stars for the Lions, share the same group of friends, plan to attend the same college and want to study nursing. “We’re pretty much exactly the same,” Brianna said. “We wear the same clothes and we do everything together.” Fortunately for Liberty, they also have strong left feet. The only noticeable difference is their positioning on the soccer field. Mikayla, the elder twin by one minute, is a forward and Liberty’s focal point on offense. Brianna solidifies the Lions’ defense while also adding the occasional impressive longdistance score. At the start of this week, Mikayla had racked up 17 goals on the season and seven assists; Brianna found the back of the net twice and notched 10 assists. In 1-0 victories this season over Freedom and Amador Val-

ley, Mikayla was the lone scorer – on assists from her sister. “It’s a blessing, and we feel very fortunate to have them here,” Liberty head coach Tony Martins said. “It’s allowed us to do a lot of great things tactically with our team and our program.” Mikayla has been the Bay Valley Athletic League MVP and leading scorer all three years of high school and she’s hoping to make it four in a row. Brianna has also earned her share of accolades, claiming firstteam all-league honors in her sophomore and junior seasons. Both girls plan to stay local for college, attending either Holy Names University in Oakland or Notre Dame de Namur in Belmont. They’ve enjoyed playing together on youth teams and at Liberty, and would like to continue that at a university. “It’s been good to have someone always there with me,” Brianna said. “(Mikayla) works hard and always puts her heart into it.” Martins first noticed the Farber twins when they played in a youth soccer league. see Farber page 22A

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Twins Brianna, left, and Mikayla Farber have emerged as offensive and defensive forces for the Liberty High girls soccer team.

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Heritage junior guard Erin Asher splits the Antioch defense on Tuesday night.

Pats flourish with leadership by Michael Dixon Correspondent

The Heritage High girls basketball players are well aware that turnovers on the court can cost you the game. Off the court, however, the Patriots have been subject to another kind of turnover: the frequent turnover in the head coaching position. That off-court turnover can also exact a high price, but the Heritage coaching carousel – four head coaches in the last three years – hasn’t kept the team out of the playoffs. The girls are now being led by Dan Swan, who came from Northgate, where he coached

the boys team. On Swan’s watch, the Patriots are radiating a different vibe. Following a 53-10 win Tuesday night over Antioch to close out the first half of the league schedule, the Patriots are 18-3 overall and 4-1 in Bay Valley Athletic League play. “They really are a tight group,” Swan said. “I’ve had tight groups in the past, but this group is really tight. It’s the chemistry. They care about each other. I’m having a blast. This is the time of my life. … I’ve got the best 11 girls around.” see Flourish page 21A

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It looked like a basketball game, but felt like a title fight. Tuesday night’s boys basketball matchup between Liberty and Freedom high schools was a physical contest between two teams with eyes on a long-awaited Bay Valley Athletic League title. Two Falcons – Jelani Hardaway and Joe Mixon – needed bandages on their left temples for most of the game. After four emotional quarters and overtime, Freedom was left standing with a 62-59 victory. “We played well at the end because we played through adversity,” Falcons head coach Drew Torres said. “(Liberty) made some tough shots there at the end, but it was fine. We had to stay composed and fight through it. We were in these situations last year, and last year our team wasn’t mentally tough enough to overcome it. This year, our guys just stepped up and made the plays at the end.” Both teams had moments throughout the game when they felt the win was theirs. The Lions jumped out to a commanding lead in the first quarter, only to see it slip away before halftime. Freedom (16-5, 4-1 BVAL), following a breakaway dunk by Hardaway, held a 44-30 lead early in the fourth quarter. Fewer than five minutes later, Liberty (16-5, 3-2 BVAL) tied the game at 45. James O’Neal, whom Torres said is the

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Freedom sophomore guard Joe Mixon’s shot is challenged by Liberty sophomore center Jonathan Galloway on Tuesday night. Falcons’ key fourth-quarter guy, was fouled with 9.1 seconds remaining, and made both free throws. As time expired, senior guard Dwayne Burns sunk a perimeter shot to send the game to overtime. Once the extra period started, however, a riled-up Liberty squad kept playing like they were still trying to take the lead. The Lions led by three midway through overtime, thanks to a Burns layup, but couldn’t hold on in the waning seconds. “We’ve shown that we can play with anybody, but we don’t want to just play with anybody, we want to beat them,” Heinz said. see Survive page 21A

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Heritage offensive tackle Kyree Oliver, with the support of parents John and Kristi Donnell, signed his letter of intent to attend Idaho on Wednesday.

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Heritage High senior offensive tackle Kyree Oliver inked his future Wednesday morning, signing his letter of intent to attend the University of Idaho. Oliver was a member of a talented Patriots offensive line for a team that averaged 207.1 rushing yards per game this past season. He chose Idaho ahead of more prominent schools that were interested, such as UCLA and Colorado, because he’d get a chance to play earlier. “I really felt like I fit in very well there and just with the people and overall atmosphere,” Oliver said. “They were going to give me a better chance to contribute earlier on the team compared to a bigger school, where I’d get stuck on the depth chart behind other people.” The 6-foot-5, 290-pound Oliver, rated by

Rivals.com as a two-star offensive tackle, plans to study communications. Last year, Oliver’s older brother Will signed his letter of intent to UCLA and redshirted this past season. Kyree was pleased that the Bruins showed interest, but felt the need to forge his own path and make a name for himself independent of his brother. Idaho, a member of the Western Athletic Conference, finished 2-10 last season. “Kyree is a young offensive lineman with good size,” Vandals head coach Robb Akey said on GoVandals.com. “He’s a very good player and will be a great part of the future of our offensive line.” Oliver wasn’t the only Bay Valley Athletic League athlete to ink a Division I scholarship. Pittsburg quarterback Malik Watson, who passed for 1,912 yards and 20 touchdowns this past season, signed with Football Championship Subdivision (I-AA) school Montana.

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…and that’s no reference or nod - although there should be so please consider this that nod – to the Machine Age. The early 20th century and late 19th century, between World War I and World War II, saw more complex models of technology being produced (across the board) than any time before it’s time. The first computer ever invented and the invention of the transistor made way for mass production; earth moving machinery, skyscrapers, the railroad, the automobile, and aircraft just to name a few. Fast forward a century’s worth of technology and advancements have gone too far. Too many people are trying to make too many things automated – insert here the real estate market and/ or the stock market – and we’re all paying the price for it. At the time this article was being written (January 30, 2012) 70 percent of all stock trades made were made using algorithms. In one such case – Rebellion Research – a computer program analyses decade’s worth of stock market data, and, after coming up with a long term strategy, gives Rebellion’s traders a list of buy/sell orders every morning. Combine that with that fact that the “malfunctioning” of these algorithms has more than once caused the shutdown of the London Stock Exchange and you should start to wonder what’s wrong with this picture. This brilliant way of thinking – the whole more production, less person, let’s become automated – has been affecting the mortgage business for quite some time, and now it seems as if things have once again gotten worse. As an example, Quicken Loans has their newest

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commercial stating “Quicken Loans, Engineered to Amaze!” Last time I checked, the mortgage business, stock business, or any other business for that matter was personally related to the people, not “Engineered to Amaze.” On that note, and to continue showcasing how bad things have gotten, all new appraisal/ appraiser guidelines were put into place during the later part of 2011. The thinking behind this was simple; make everyone across the country more efficient by putting them all on the same platform. By automating appraisal reports we’ve essentially cut out our local appraisers’ vocal cords. No longer will they be able to “comment” with such appraiser-discretion. They (appraisers) now have to pick certain drop downs from certain categories. No more commentary, only automation. In theory, at least in the minds of the powers that made this decision, it’ll be easier for big banks to review appraisals (because they’ll all look the same)… making quality control that much easier. However, if you follow “The Age of the Machine” theory, you wouldn’t have any issue with an Alabama appraiser appraising your delta front property. What’s the difference in the eyes of the banks…comments don’t matter. That said, please be aware; appraisals will be tighter in the months to follow. Please, please, please, make sure you review your appraisal with your lender to ensure you understand it. If you have any real estate lending related questions or concerns please don’t think twice to call or write. I’m always here to help, my cell phone is always on, and I will be available all weekend! – Advertisement

Liberty’s Reese shines in New England front office by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

While two prominent East County residents – Sterling Moore and Dave Tollefson – will battle it out in Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday, a Liberty grad off the field is also going for his first ring. Floyd Reese, a 1966 Liberty alumnus, is the current senior football advisor for the New England Patriots. As a member of the Patriots’ brain trust, Reese has a hand in contracts, drafting and talent evaluation. After going to Super Bowl XLII with the Patriots, Reese is hoping for a winning result this time around in a rematch of 2007’s title game against the New York Giants. “The last time, I danced until 3 in the morning, my husband had one beer and went to bed,” Floyd’s wife Sally Reese wrote in an e-mail. “Win or lose, he will celebrate with me this time. He realizes that this doesn’t come around often, so he will have to grab the brass ring and run with it.” Sally and Floyd were high school sweethearts at Liberty. Floyd was the Lions’ most talented lineman, named cocaptain and co-MVP in his senior year. Sally was the head song leader. Floyd Reese is an original member of

Super Bowl from page 17A leges. Moore accepted an offer from Southern Methodist University and excelled in his first season in Dallas. He led the Mustangs with 11 pass breakups as a junior, making 35 tackles and starting 10 of SMU’s 11 games. But Moore suffered an injury to his left knee that required three surgeries in two years. He played in only eight games in his final year of college and signed before this season as an undrafted free agent with his favorite NFL team, the Oakland Raiders. “It’s like a dream come true,” Moore told The Press in August. “I didn’t think I’d get a chance to be in this situation, but I worked my butt off to get back.” After seeing some playing time in the preseason, he was placed on Oakland’s practice squad and then cut. A few days later, he earned a tryout with the New England Patriots and impressed enough to earn a spot on the practice squad. Moore was able to forgive his new employer for the “Tuck Rule” game in the 2002 AFC Divisional Playoffs, where the Raiders fell to the Patriots following an official’s controversial call. On Dec. 23, Moore finally earned his big break – a spot on New England’s active roster. The defensively depleted Patriots needed some help in their secondary. Moore answered the call with vigor. In the final week of the regular sea-

the Liberty Union High School District Athletic Hall of Fame, inducted in 1992. “We were also excited years ago (in ’65), when the Liberty Lions went untied and undefeated,” Sally wrote. “Who knew back then, 47 years later, we would still be getting excited about a football game? But we are, and we are thrilled to be on this ride.” Few executives in football have as much experience as Floyd Reese, who played for UCLA after graduating from Liberty. He later accepted an assistant coaching position with the Bruins, starting an illustrious career in football. Reese went on to coach for the Detroit Lions, San Francisco 49ers, Minnesota Vikings, Houston Oilers and Tennessee Titans before being hired as New England’s senior football advisor in 2009. With the Titans, Reese was the team’s executive vice president and general manager. “He really provided a lot of direction, and he was, to a degree … one of my mentors as a young coach,” Patriots head coach Bill Belichick told Patriots.com about Reese. “He’s certainly been a huge asset to us over the last three years here with the Patriots in a number of different roles administratively with contracts, personnel, scouting and so forth.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

son, Moore earned NFL Rookie of the Week honors after intercepting two passes against the Buffalo Bills, returning one for a touchdown. He became a fixture in the defensive rotation after that. “He competes hard and he’s a tough kid,” Patriots head coach Bill Belichick told ESPN.com. “He’s got good ball skills. He gets around the ball.” While the more publicized talents of quarterback Tom Brady, tight end Rob Gronkowski and defensive tackle Vince Wilfork helped the Patriots earn the playoff berth, New England might not be in the Super Bowl were it not for the undrafted rookie Moore. With roughly 30 seconds remaining in the AFC Championship game against the Baltimore Ravens, the Patriots were clinging to a 23-20 lead. The Ravens had the ball at New England’s 14-yard-line, primed to score. Quarterback Joe Flacco threw a pass to Lee Evans, headed for the end zone. Evans initially caught the ball, but Moore knocked it out of his hands. Baltimore kicker Billy Cundiff proceeded to miss the game-tying field goal – and New England advanced to the Super Bowl. Watching at home, Moore’s high school coach was impressed but far from surprised. “He puts himself in that position,” Woods said. “He made some great plays for us, too.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Survive from page 18A “I thought we executed really poorly once we had the lead in overtime. We played like we were down instead of playing like we were up.” With Freedom leading in overtime by one with about 30 seconds remaining, Falcons senior guard Jehiah Gunnaro made a two-pointer to give his team a three-point advantage it didn’t relinquish. “I knew it was going to be a good game, so I didn’t rush it,” O’Neal said. O’Neal led the Falcons with 18 points; sophomore forward Elliot Smith contributed 12 and Hardaway netted 11. Junior guard Brandon White scored a game-best 19 for Liberty while Burns finished with 14. The victory gave Freedom second place in the BVAL, trailing Deer Valley. The Wolverines handily defeated Pittsburg 86-64 on Tuesday to maintain a spotless 5-0 record in league play. The Falcons face Antioch on Friday and Pittsburg on Tuesday. The final two games of the year – when Freedom hosts Deer Valley on Feb. 14 and travels to Liberty on Feb. 16 – could decide the league title. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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The game that defines the Heritage style of play was actually one of their three losses. In the league opener against perennial Bay Valley Athletic League and North Coast Section power Deer Valley, the Patriots faced a seemingly insurmountable 34-13 halftime deficit. Yet they managed the chip away at the Wolverines in the second half, closing the gap to eight points after three quarters and eventually six points in the fourth before the final buzzer sounded. The first-half struggles were largely due to a recurring problem: the Patriots’ inability to convert easy baskets early. But with Swan at the helm, the coaching is always positive. “You just look at the girls and you can tell that they’re happy to be here; we love this coach,” said senior guard Hazel Sipin. “He pushes us, but in a positive way. If we’re not doing well in practice, he’ll find the positive and pushes us, and not in a negative way. The girls like that.” At 18-3 and five league games remaining, the Patriots are virtually assured of a playoff berth. But to win the league title and succeed in the playoffs, the players know they must be consistent for four straight quarters – a challenge they’re eager to meet. “Our team’s chances in the playoffs are strong,” said senior guard Nikayla Shodeen. “We’ve got it. We’re going to work hard and do well.” Deer Valley’s string of five straight league titles seems formidable. But if the Patriots can avenge their only league loss on Friday and beat the Wolverines on the road, they can take the inside track on the BVAL championship and use that momentum to make noise in the playoffs. “It’s all about working hard, and practice,” said senior guard Camille Corpus. “We know we want to make a deep playoff run and be league champions. To do that, we obviously need to beat Deer Valley. To do that, we just need to work hard in practice and focus on that one goal.” The Patriots square off against the Wolverines on Friday at 7 p.m. at Deer Valley’s gym. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Andrea De La Cruz. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: DEC 30, 2011 by H. Franklin, Deputy Expires DEC 30, 2016. Oakley Press No. 03-1477 Publish dates: January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000232-00 The name of the business (es): VIETNAM No.1 BRIDAL Located at: 929 Sawyer Way In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Andy Ha, 929 Sawyer Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/12/12. Signature of registrant: ANDY HA. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 12, 2012 by D. Acuff, Deputy, Expires 1/12/2017. Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000128-00 The name of the business (es): TRI-VALLEY BROADCAST Located at: 2420 Sand Creek Rd C-1 Suite 232 In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Patrick McVeigh, 1072 SomersBy Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Patrick McVeigh. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 09, 2012 by P. Cornelius, Deputy, Expires 1/9/17. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000514-00 The name of the business (es): Point Xtreme Located at: 2346 Hilliard Circle In: Antioch, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Alexander Petroff, 2346 Hilliard Circle, Antioch, CA 94509. This business is conducted by: an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/26/12. Signature of registrant: Alexander Petroff. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 26, 2012 by J. Odegaard, Deputy, Expires 1/26/2017. Antioch Press No. 061617 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000607-00 The name of the business (es): Prego Pizzeria Located at: 380-A West Country Club Dr. In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nasser and Naseme Halloum, 2649 Torrey Pines Dr., Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Nasser Halloum. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 30, 2012 by B. Basch, Deputy, Expires 1-30-2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0008041-00 The name of the business (es): Stand Firm Ministries Located at: 191 Mesquite Court In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Colter and Jodie Andersen, 191 Mesquite Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9-11-11.. Signature of registrant: Colter Andersen. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: DEC 14, 2011 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy Expires 12/14/2016. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000456-00 The name of the business (es): Captain Morgans Delta Adventures Located at: 5901 Marina Road, Discovery Bay Marina, Slip #A-27 In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505. Mailing: 5634 Marlin Drive, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Frank Albert Morgan, 5634 Marlin Drive, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious busi-

ness name or names listed above on 1-1-2011. Signature of registrant: Frank Morgan. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 24, 2012 by Jaime Parangan, Deputy, Expires 1/24/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000144-00 The name of the business (es): Angela Spiller Photography Located at: 1050 Saint Andrews Drive In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Angela Spiller, 1050 Saint Andrews Drive, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. 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: Angela Spiller. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 10, 2012 by Jose Gonzalez, Deputy, Expires 01/10/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000166-00 The name of the business (es): Diablo Creek Golf Course Located at: 4050 Port Chicago Hwy In: Concord, Ca, 94520, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): East Bay Golf Center Inc. 1785 Giotto Dr. Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/10/12. Signature of registrant: Joseph A Fernandez This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 1/10/12 By T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 1/10/17 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000167-00 The name of the business (es): East Bay Golf Cart Company Located at: 1785 Giotto Dr In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Joseph Fernandez Inc. 1785 Giotto Dr Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/10/12. Signature of registrant: Joseph A Fernandez This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 1/10/12 By T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 1/10/17 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000181-00 The name of the business (es): De La Housaye & Associates, ALC Located at: 1655 N. Main Street Ste 260 In: Walnut Creek, CA, 94596 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): De La Housaye & Associates, A Law Corporation. This business is conducted by: a California Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 11, 2005. Signature of registrant: C. Angela De La Housaye, President. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 11, 2012 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy, Expires 1/11/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000122-00 The name of the business (es): MAILBOX JACKETS Located at: 1394 Camden Court In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Trinidy Jodean Wolf 1394 Camden Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/9/12. Signature of registrant: Trinidy Wolf. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 09, 2012 by Liz Gonzalez, Deputy, Expires Jan 9, 2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000437-00 The name of the business (es): Ecowater Systems Located at: 380 Carrol Court, Suite E, Brentwood, Cali. 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): CC Water Products, Inc. 380 Carrol Court, Suite E, Brentwood, California 94513. This business is conducted by: a California Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/23/12. Signature of registrant: Carol Johnson, Secretary. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 23, 2012 by Elizabeth Gutierrez, Deputy, Expires 1/23/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000141-00 The name of the business (es): BUMPER 2 BUMPER AUTOMOTIVE Located at: 4501 O’Hara Ave., Ste. H In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Scotta Alan Perriera and Janet Lee Perriera, 969 Randy Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Scott Perriera. This statement was filed with Stephen L. Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 09, 2012 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy, Expires 1/9/17. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000228-00 The name of the business (es): KV and Co. Located at: 1812 Cole Avenue In: Walnut Creek, CA 94596, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gudmundur Freyr Vigfusson and Namita Kapoor, 1812 Cole Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Gudmundur Freyr Vigfusson. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 12, 2012 by D. Acuff, Deputy, Expires 1/12/17 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000194-00 The name of the business (es): Epic Pool Service Located at: 605 Wildrose Wy In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): James Hamon 605 Wildrose Wy, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11 JAN 12. Signature of registrant: James Hamon. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 11, 2012 by jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires 01/11/17 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0008216-00 The name of the business (es): French Picnic Pastry Company Located at: 2565 3rd Street, Suite 308, In: San Francisco, CA 94107, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Leadbetters Bake Shop, LLC, 2565 3rd Street, Suite 308, San Francisco, CA 94107. 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 12/13/2011. Signature of registrant: Jamieson Leadbetter, Manager. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: DEC 23, 2011 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy Expires 12/23/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000553-00 The name of the business (es): MA Petite Cherie Bake Shop Located at: 5622 Arcadia Circle, located in: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Christina Henriquez Basle & Lynn Henriquez 5622 Arcadia Cr, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: Co- Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Christina HenriquezBasle. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 27, 2012 by H. Franklin, Deputy, Expires 1/27/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000142-00 The name of the business (es): AAA PRINT DISTRIBUTION Located at: 969 Randy Way In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Scott Alan Perriera and Janet Lee Perriera, 969 Randy Way, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1-9- 2012. Signature of registrant: Scott Perriera. This statement was filed with Stephen L. Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 09, 2012 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy, Expires 1/9/17. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000470-00 The name of the business (es): Hills and Company, CPA’s Located at: 4112 Windward Court, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): LuAnn Hills & Peter Hills, 4112 Windward Court, Discovery Bay, CA 9450. This business is conducted by: Co- Partnes. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Peter Hills, LuAnn Hills. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 24, 2012 by P. Cornelius, Deputy, Expires 1/24/2017. Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000009-00 The name of the business (es): TINY TOES Located at: 383 Torrington Dr. In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nelly Orantes 383 Torrington Dr., Brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Nelly Orantes. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 03, 2012 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy Expires 1/3/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0008226-00 The name of the business (es): Glaser Arms Located at: 252 Honeysuckle St. In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Zachary Thrane Glaser 252 honeysuckle st., brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Zachary T. Glaser. This statement was ﬁled with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: DEC 27, 2011 by Joseph Barton, Deputy, Expires 12/27/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by 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, towit: $476,418.34 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The Declaration pursuant to California Civil Code, Section 2923.5(a) was fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded on 07/25/2011 NBS Default Services 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766- 7751 For Sale Information Contact: RSVP (925) 603-7342 NBS Default Services, Mandi Harvey, 1/13/2012 “We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.” (RSVP# 282550, 01/20/12, 01/27/12, 02/03/12) Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Raminder K. Lebetsamer SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Raminder K. Lebetsamer FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0010 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Raminder K. Lebetsamer filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Harsimran Kaur Brar to Proposed Name: a. Simi Kaur Lebetsamer 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: 3-20-12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. NOTICE TO HARNOOP SINGH BRAR, BIOLOGICAL FATHER OF THE APPLICANT CHILD, IS HEREBY DISPENSED WITH Date: 1/6/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-248929-CL Order #: 3133705 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/2/2005. 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 state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Dennis Von Zamory and Claudia Von Zamory, husband and wife as joint tenants Recorded: 6/10/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0209326-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/10/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,116,378.29 The purported property address is: 3251 CONCORD AVENUE BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. 010-200010 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 lo-

cation of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0020512 1/20/2012 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012.

Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/14/2012 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 31 ESCHER CIR, OAKLEY, CA, 945611974. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $339,907.64. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/13/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4175983 01/20/2012, 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish Dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000384-00 The name of the business (es): Bay Area Medical Express Located at: 4876 Cushendall Way, Antioch, CA 94531 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Julian Antunez, 4876 Cushendall Way, Antioch, CA 94531. 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: Julian Antunez. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 20, 2012 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy, Expires 1/20/2017. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2012. NOTICE OF LIEN SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700 21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on February 17, 2012 at 11:45 AM. Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, appliances, bedding, carpet, computer & stereo equipment, heater, shelving, sink, oven, shop vac, spools of computer, cable, safe, tent, gas grill, truck/van seats, golf clubs, tennis rackets, exercise equipment, and or other general household and small business items located at: ACORN SELF STORAGE LLC, 5205 RAILROAD AVE., PITTSBURG, CA 94565 (925) 432-3200. NAME 1. Shanta Brown 2. Telara Caves 3. Gerado Esquivel 4. Mohammad Rafik 5. Nasser Shabazz 6. Courtney Triggs 7. Shawn Simmons Dates Published: 02/03/12 and 02/10/12. J. Michael’s Auctions, Bond # 183-62-32 (916) 776-4202 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and the provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on 2/17/12 @ 10am personal property including but not limited to: piano, golf clubs, truck bed cover, office & computer equipment, power tools, TV’s, gas tanks, stereo equipment, sofas, chairs, patio furniture, battery charger, heaters, fans, Industrial Lights, bicycle, ladders, rebuilt engine, &/or other general household & small business items located at: ACORN II SELF STORAGE LLC, 6900 LONE TREE WAY, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 (925) 240-5000 Name 1. SHAWN FULLER 2. PHYLLIS GRAHAM 3. MAIRLEEN GROVE 4. LISA PENDLETON 5. CHRIS CASTILLO 6. RICH SCHOPPMEYER 7. JONTE CASTANEDA 8. AARON HARTY 9. SANDRA NINO Dates Published: 02/03/2012 and 02/10/2012 J. Michael’s Auctions, Bond #183- 62-32 (916)776-4202 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9980-0250 TSG Order No.: 33499-16 A.P.N.: 019-520-053 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/12/2005. 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. NBS Default Services, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 08/23/2005 as Document #2005-031770000 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, made by: Roderick D. Tatum and Leah Tatum, husband and wife, as Trustor(s), WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: February 9, 2012 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 241 West Country Club, Brentwood, CA 94513-0000 The undersigned

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0117119 Title Order No. 110097531 Investor/Insurer No. 159842040 APN No. 034-430- 035-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/16/2007. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by DANIEL O. ONCENA, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 04/16/2007 and recorded 4/27/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0124253, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/14/2012 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 10 SWEETWATER COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $509,310.84. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/20/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4175772 01/20/2012, 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0115695 Title Order No. 110096066 Investor/Insurer No. 520053125 APN No. 037-520- 004-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/31/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by SUNNY KHANH TRAN, A SINGLE MAN, dated 10/31/2008 and recorded 11/3/2008, as Instrument No. 2008-0241525- 00, in

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0120295 Title Order No. 11-0101067 Investor/Insurer No. 1702922005 APN No. 037- 500-061-9 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/12/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by IRMA P FELICIANO, A SINGLE WOMAN, dated 12/12/2006 and recorded 12/20/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0404726-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/27/2012 at 9:00AM, Hilton Concord Hotel 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 Golden Gate Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 10 VELLA CIRCLE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $385,243.69. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/26/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA4168087 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012, 02/17/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-457739-AB Order #: 5670789 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/25/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): DONALD HARRISON AND SANDRA HARRISON HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 7/3/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0191447-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/17/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $430,610.92 The purported property address is: 1108 AMES CT ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 068-352- 007-6 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019794 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 2/10/2012 Antioch Press No. 06- 1617 Publish Dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0130784 Title Order No. 110110085 Investor/Insurer No. 138750431 APN No. 035-373- 003-9 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/15/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by KEVIN M COUGHLIN, AND JACQUELINE COUGHLIN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 06/15/2006 and recorded 6/26/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0200686, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/27/2012 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1860 SAUTERNE WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 945611840. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of

the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $363,921.74. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/03/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4184399 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012, 02/17/2012 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: LaKeesha Marie Beeler SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: LaKeesha Marie Beeler FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0059 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: LaKeesha Marie Beeler filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. LaKeesha Marie Beeler aka LaKeesha Marie Lawler to Proposed Name: a. LaKeesha Marie Lawler 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: 3-19-12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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, 248 Oak St. Brentwood CA 94513 Date: 1-92012 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-474351-LL Order #: 985361 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/16/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): OSVALDO PRECIADO, AN UNMARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 12/3/2007 as Instrument No. 20070328465- 00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/10/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $254,701.74 The purported property address is: 1145 STONECREST DR ANTIOCH, CA 945310000 Assessor’s Parcel No. 055-280-006 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the

beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019453 1/20/2012 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 January 20, 27, February 3, 2012.

is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The 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. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: January 17, 2012. (R-401156 01/20/12, 01/27/12, 02/03/12) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0098055 Title Order No. 110079325 Investor/Insurer No. 871371427 APN No. 037-480- 078-7 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/13/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by VICTOR ADAMSON AND DAWN ADAMSON, dated 10/13/2006 and recorded 10/19/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0335563-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/21/2012 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 51 DOWITCHER COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $539,841.50. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/26/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4179827 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1316882-02 APN: 037- 302-017-1 TRA: 19020 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx2444 REF: Torres, Alfonso IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED May 25, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On February 16, 2012, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded June 01, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006-0172382-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Alfonso Lopez Torres, A Married Man As His Sole and Separate Property And Alfonso Lopez Torres, Jr, An Unmarried Man; As Joint Tenants, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 872

Stonegate Cir Oakley CA 94561- 3058 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $348,587.92. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The 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. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: January 27, 2012. (R-401788 01/27/12, 02/03/12, 02/10/12) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

aka Venancia Margi Murillo aka Margarita Murillo aka Margarita Venancia Lopez to Proposed Name: a. Margarita Hernandez Lopez 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: 02/14/12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 12/16/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: January 13, 20, 27 & February 3, 2012.

pressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): WILLIAM QUINTANA A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 10/3/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0276925-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/17/2012 at 9:00 AM PST Place of Sale: At the Hilton Concord Hotel, 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520, in the Golden Gate Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $428,723.94 The purported property address is: 2472 HOOFTRAIL WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 055- 120-022-3 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2891 or Login to: www.auction. com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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 inten ded to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019733 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 2/10/2012 Antioch Press No. 06- 1617 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Mahboubeh Safapoor SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: , and Mahboubeh Safa Poor FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0044 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Mahboubeh Safa Poor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Mahboubeh Safa Poor aka Mahboubeh Safapoor b. Carmen Mahnaz Pearson to Proposed Name: a. Mary Safa b. Naz McCarthy 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: 3-22-12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 1/9/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1313128-10 APN: 035- 720-0179 TRA: 19-020 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx5966 REF: Jungnitsch, David IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED September 05, 2003. 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. On February 09, 2012, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded September 11, 2003, as Inst. No. 2003- 0452712-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by David M Jungnitsch An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 454 Bristol Ct 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $294,781.61. If the Trustee

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Leticia Jimenez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Leticia Jimenez FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0122 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Leticia Jimemez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Vanessa Martinez Jimenez b. (AKA) Vanessa Jimenez to Proposed Name: a. Vanessa Jimenez 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: 4/2/12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 1/20/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Ronia Fakira SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Ronia Fakira FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0055 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Ronia Mahmood Fakira filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Ronia Mahmood Fakira, b. (AKA) Rena Fakira, c. (AKA) Rena Mahmood Fakira to Proposed Name: a. Rena Mahmood Fakira 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: 3/27/12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 1/13/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Venancia Margarita Lopez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Venancia Margarita Lopez FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1922 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Venancia Margarita Lopez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Venancia Margarita Lopez

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Sovannary Teave SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Sovannary Teave FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0084 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Sovannary Teave filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Sovannary Teave b.Asianna Jaidee Hansana to Proposed Name: a. Sovanna Teave b. Asia Jaidee Teave 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: 3-27-12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press b. Father of minor named on birth certificate must be served. Date: 1/13/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Brandon Mendez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Brandon Mendez FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0051 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Brandon Armando Mendez to Proposed Name: a. Brandon Michael Mendez 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: 03/20/12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 1/6/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: January 13, 20, 27 & February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-404265-EV Order #: 100707407-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/21/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, ex-

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Katherine Colleen King SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Katherine Colleen King FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0001 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Katherine Ckelie Kiraly filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Katherine Colleen King b.Katherine Ckelie Kiraly to Proposed Name: a. Katherine Ckelie Kiraly 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: 3-1-12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 1/3/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000355-00 The name of the business (es): DELTA BARBER SHOP Located at: 1645 First St., In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): William and Carla Phillips 2601 B Concord Ave., Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Carla Phillips. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 19, 2012 by Jose Gonzalez, Deputy, Expires 01/19/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2012.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1344108-02 APN: 097- 042-012-1 TRA: 07024 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx8647 REF: Padilla, Linda IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED January 09, 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. On February 23, 2012, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded January 17, 2007, as Inst. No. 2007-0014642-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Linda Padilla, and Ramon Padilla, Wife And Husband As Joint Tenants, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 250 Water St Bay Point CA 94565- 3157 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $295,441.21. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The 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. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: February 02, 2012. (R-402017 02/03/12, 02/10/12, 02/17/12) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1344821-02 APN: 095- 074-0084 TRA: 79024 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9321 REF: Nielsen, Norman K IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED April 30, 2003. 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. On February 23, 2012, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded May 09, 2003, as Inst. No. 2003-0214994- 00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Norman K Nielsen and Diane L Nielsen, Husband And Wife, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 35 Roberts Street Bay Point CA 94565 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $217,026.24. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The 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. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: February 03, 2012. (R-402261 02/03/12, 02/10/12, 02/17/12) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012.

no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019097 1/20/2012 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-474484-LL Order #: 985842 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/20/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MICHAEL L. CHAND Recorded: 6/30/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0146137-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/10/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $217,010.04 The purported property address is: 4913 HILL RIDGE WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 055-050062 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019091 1/20/2012 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 11-02200-DS-CA YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/09/2005. 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(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: JOSEFA PAIGE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: NATIONAL DEFAULT SERVICING CORPORATION Recorded 02/18/2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0056688-00 (or Book, Page) and Re-Recorded on 10/01/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0216248-00 (or Book, Page) for the reason of ‘LOAN MODIFICATION’ of the Official Records of CONTRA COSTA County, California. Date of Sale: 02/17/2012 at 10:00 A.M. Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (Corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $780,909.28 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 105 SONORA CT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 041-320008 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This loan is exempt. Compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5and 2924.8 is not necessary to proceed with preparing and processing a notice of sale. Regarding the property that is the subject of this Notice of Sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in California Civil Code Section 2923.53 (k) (3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this Notice of Sale is recorded. The timeframe for giving a Notice of Sale specified in Subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 does not apply to this Notice of Sale pursuant to California Civil Code Sections 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 01/27/2012 NATIONAL DEFAULT SERVICING CORPORATION 7720 N. 16th Street, Suite 300 Phoenix, AZ 85020 phone 602- 264-6101 Sales Line 714-730- 2727; Sales Website: www. ndscorp.com/sales Nichole Alford, TRUSTEE SALES REPRESENTATIVE ASAP# 4182202 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: January 27, February 3,

estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $314,088.11. 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. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730- 2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 01/19/2012 ASAP# 4176728 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): CARLOS NAVARRETE, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 11/22/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0375492-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/14/2012 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $455,022.82 The purported property address is: 5016 TEAKWOOD DRIVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 037-212-004-8 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 2780 Lake Vista Drive Lewisville TX 75067. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.5 (c), the beneficiary or authorized agent declares as follows: DECLARATION RE: CARLOS NAVARRETE 50I6 Teakwood DRIVE Oakley CA 94561 Loan No: 0018007997 The undersigned beneficiary or their authorized agent hereby represents and declares as The following efforts were made to contact the borrower to assess their financial situation and to explore options for the borrower to avoid foreclosure: There were no phone numbers available to contact the borrower or we were unable to get in contact with the borrower at the number listed on file. The undersigned makes the above representations with the intent that the trustee proceed with recordation of the Notice of Sale in compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5 (c). Dated: 12/3/20101.) The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; 2.) The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 or Login to: www.lpsasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 4174746 01/20/2012, 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No GM-277141-C Loan No 8710001882 Insurer No. 201579901 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/01/2005. 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. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown

herein. TRUSTOR: ANDREW G. HUNT AND KIMBERLEY W. HUNT, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP Recorded 07/22/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0272168-00 in Book XX, page XX of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California Date of Sale: 02/21/2012 at 10:00 A.M. Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Property Address is purported to be: 2616 SUTTER STREET OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN#: 041- 310-019-9 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $853,299.66, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Date: 01/23/2012 Executive Trustee Services, LLC dba ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, CA 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-730- 2727 lleanna Petersen, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 4174352 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No CA1100044064 Loan No 0602088830 Insurer No 0428052533703 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/03/2008. 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. The sale will be made; but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: VALENTIN RODRIGUEZ, A SINGLE MAN AND RAUL SANDOVAL-CARBAJAL, A SINGLE MAN Recorded 07/16/2008 as Instrument No 2008- 0157795-00 in Book XX , page XX Loan Modification 02/23/2010 as Instrument No. 2010-0036260-00, in Book XX , Page XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California Date of Sale: 02/14/2012 at 10:00 A.M. Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Property Address is purported to be: 1308 YOSEMITE CIRCLE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN#: 033- 360-011-2 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $360,963.90, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Date: 01/17/2012 Executive Trustee Services, LLC dba ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, CA 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-730- 2727 lleanna Petersen, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 4172736 01/20/2012, 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-474535-LL Order #: 110488272-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/25/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): BETTY L. ADKINS, TRUSTEE OF THE BETTY L. ADKINS FAMILY TRUST, DATED DECEMBER 4, 2000 Recorded: 3/13/2008 as Instrument No. 2008- 0054371-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/10/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $108,069.19 The purported property address is: 3232 DIMAGGIO ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 076- 502-019-3 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20110015005073 Title Order No.: 110453754 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/16/2004. 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. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 06/28/2004 as Instrument No. 20040246795-00 of ofﬁcial records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: VICTOR SMITH, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 02/16/2012 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4720 LA CASA DRIVE, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 041-190-0129 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-374454-RM Order #: 4495892 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/30/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ROBERT M. JIMENEZ JR, A MARRIED MAN Recorded: 8/3/2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0223578-00 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/27/2012 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $510,598.22 The purported property address is: 29 GROVE CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 034-160- 079-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www.lpsasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 4187845 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012, 02/17/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-08-152006-RM Order #: H803014 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/17/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Yesenia A. Jaramillo SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Yesenia A. Jaramillo FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N12-0065 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Yesenia A. Jaramillo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Gianna Sabrina Michaela Baldazo to Proposed Name: a. Gianna Amador Baldazo 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: 3-23-12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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 248 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA 94513 b. Notice to father named on birth certificate waived. Date: 1/10/12 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Sara Catherine Duplan SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Sara Catherine Duplan FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1911 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Sara Catherine Duplan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Sara Catherine Duplan AKA Siena Sara Duplan to Proposed Name: a. Siena Sara Duplan 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: 03/26/12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 12/12/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: January 13, 20, 27 & February 3, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000425-00 The name of the business (es): Girls with Racks Apparel Located at: 5404 Morro Bay Dr., In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jamie M. Brager and Joe L. Vella, 2404 Morro Bay Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jamie Brager. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 23, 2012 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy, Expires 1/23/2017. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-461512-TC Order #: 5732629 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/12/2005. 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 state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ROBERT W BLAMEY, AND, DARLIS LEHMAN BLAMEY, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS. Recorded: 7/19/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0264848- 00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/17/2012 at 9:00 AM PST Place of Sale: At the Hilton Concord Hotel, 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520, in the Golden Gate Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $320,291.25 The purported property address is: 4900 BURGUNDY DR OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 035- 464-005-4 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2891 or Login to: www.auction. com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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 inten ded to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019817 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 2/10/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $428,333.42 The purported property address is: 112 HERITAGE COURT OAKLEY, CA 945610000 Assessor’s Parcel No. 033-330-010 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019286 1/20/2012 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-477963-LL Order #: 1000464 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/7/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ERIC PRISTIA AND KARRIN S. PRISTIA, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 3/21/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0085649-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/24/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $376,623.78 The purported property address is: 1629 WINDSOR WAY BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. 016-280047 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND

OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0020223 2/3/2012 2/10/2012 2/17/2012 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0119349 Title Order No. 110099726 Investor/Insurer No. 129145740 APN No. 037-520- 020-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/15/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by WILLIAM D. DETLEFSEN AND RHONDA L. DETLEFSEN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 06/15/2006 and recorded 6/26/2006, as Instrument No. 2006- 0200815-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/14/2012 at 10:00 AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 55 ESCHER CIRCLE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $608,830.40. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/18/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4175041 01/20/2012, 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-387665-RM Order #: 100561822-CA-BFO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/15/2005. 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 state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): PEDRO P VAZQUEZ AND EDILSA VAZQUEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 11/22/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0451450- 00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/10/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $343,662.19 The purported property address is: 453 ALMONDTREE CIR OAKLEY, CA 94561

Assessor’s Parcel No. 035- 491-026-7 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0020562 1/20/2012 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates January 20, 27, February 3, 2012.

AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by EVELYN MARTIN AND ANTHONY MARTIN, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 03/29/2005 and recorded 4/20/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0137736-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/27/2012 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1720 DELTA MEADOWS 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $374,549.95. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 02/02/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4182028 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012, 02/17/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012.

the Notice of Default was recorded on 10/07/2011 NBS Default Services 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766- 7751 For Sale Information Contact: RSVP (925) 603-7342 NBS Default Services, Mandi Harvey, 1/18/12 “We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.” (RSVP# 282774, 01/27/12, 02/03/12, 02/10/12) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619645-7711 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0021375 2/3/2012 2/10/2012 2/17/2012 Antioch Press No. 06- 1617 Publish dates: February 3, 10, 17, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-448320-AL Order #: 848993 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/9/2005. 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 state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GAIL DUFFY AND RUSSELL GAEFE, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 11/17/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0444652-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/17/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $390,550.72 The purported property address is: 402 LANDIS AVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 035-115- 013 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: (877) 908- 4357 Ext. 3704 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. IDSPub #0019787 1/27/2012 2/3/2012 2/10/2012 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-468747-AL Order #: 955372 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/9/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): PETER F. CONNELL AND CAROL L. CONNELL, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 3/16/2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0077533-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/10/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0117104 Title Order No. 110097511 Investor/Insurer No. 157721913 APN No. 034-490- 040-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/04/2007. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by TAMMY L ARCHULETA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, AND DANA F PLEECE, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 04/04/2007 and recorded 4/16/2007, as Instrument No. 20070109641- 00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 02/21/2012 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 169 CORAL BELL WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 945611876. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $595,323.22. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 01/27/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4180937 01/27/2012, 02/03/2012, 02/10/2012 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: January 27, February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0128639 Title Order No. 110108913 Investor/Insurer No. 0011178360 APN No. 037-270- 108-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/29/2005. 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9551-0217 TSG Order No.: 110491372-CA-LMI A.P.N.: 035-117-0147 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 12/01/2006 as Document Number 2006- 0383824-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, made by: Shirley Ann Mauriscio, an unmarried woman, as Trustor(s), WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: February 16, 2012 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 524 Norcross Ln, 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 in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $268,304.94 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The Declaration pursuant to California Civil Code, Section 2923.5(a) was fulfilled when

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Bardia Ardavan Davaran SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Bardia Ardavan Davaran FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1947 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Bardia Ardavan Davaran filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Bardia Ardavan Davaran aka Ardavan Darab Davaran to Proposed Name: a. Ardavan Darab Davaran 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: 02/17/12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 12/22/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: January 13, 20, 27 & February 3, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File F-0000266-00 The name of the business (es): Stealth Baseball Located at: 311 Greystone Dr. In: Antioch, CA 94509, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Craig Easter 311 Greystone Dr., Antioch, CA 94509. This business is conducted by: an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1-13-12. Signature of registrant: Craig Easter. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: JAN 13, 2012 by Karla Ruiz, Deputy Expires 1/13/2017. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-312779-RM Order #: 21041922 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/21/2005. 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 state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): RONALD G. SOTTO, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 4/29/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0151304-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/24/2012 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $324,093.86 The purported property address is: 516 ALUMROCK DRIVE ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 072-302-019 072-302-019-4 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set

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A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. BRENTWOOD Jan. 21, 6:15 p.m. On Big Basin Drive, an unidentified person stole a bicycle that was eventually recovered. Jan. 21, 9 p.m. On Reagan Way, two subjects were engaged in an argument over an illegally parked vehicle. Jan. 21, 9:03 p.m. An unidentified person stole a purse on Glenwillow Drive. Jan. 21, 9:57 p.m. A subject contacted on Walnut Boulevard was arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance. Jan. 21, 11:17 p.m. On Texas Street, subject found to be intoxicated and gravely disabled was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. Jan. 22, 2:10 a.m. Two subjects were involved in a wrestling match on O’Hara Avenue. Jan. 22, 8 a.m. Two subjects contacted on the Highway 4 Bypass at Lone Tree Way were found in possession of methamphetamine and marijuana for sale. Jan. 22, 7:40 p.m. Two unidentified subjects were involved in a fistfight on O’Hara Avenue. Jan. 23, 3:42 a.m. An unidentified person attempted to siphon gasoline from a vehicle parked on Cambrian Place. Jan. 23, 1:08 p.m. An unidentified person in Portland, Ore. used the personal information of a resident of Crescent Drive to withdraw money from his bank account. Jan. 23, 2:34 p.m. At a business on Sand Creek Road, an unidentified person was observed concealing merchandise on her person and exiting the without paying. Jan. 23, 4:29 p.m. On Balfour Road at Sweet Grass Drive, an unidentified driver sideswiped another vehicle, causing minor damage, and fled the scene. Jan. 23, 9:30 p.m. A subject observed prowling around a residence on Kenwood Drive was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Jan. 24, 10:07 a.m. A vehicle parked on Doral Court was towed for displaying registration expired in excess of six months. Jan. 24, 5:04 p.m. A vehicle abandoned on Elkins Way was towed. Jan. 24, 6:17 p.m. An unidentified person en-

LOGS tered a residence on Ventura Drive and stole tools. Jan. 24, 10:13 p.m. At a business on Balfour Road, a subject who had been given a trespass admonition entered the business intoxicated and acted belligerently. He was arrested and released on a Promise To Appear. Jan. 25, 6:57 a.m. On Solitude Way, a verbal dispute between a married couple was mediated by police. Jan. 25, 1:12 p.m. An unidentified person stole batteries from an electric cart parked on Elkins Way. Jan. 25, 8 p.m. A subject who initiated a physical altercation in a parking lot on Harvest Park Drive was arrested and released on a Promise To Appear. Jan. 25, 10:36 p.m. A vehicle on Brentwood Boulevard caught on fire. Jan. 26, 11:30 a.m. At a school on Second Street, a subject found to be intoxicated and unable to care for herself was transported to a local hospital. She was also placed under arrest and released on a Juvenile Affidavit. Jan. 26, 3:37 p.m. A resident of Arch Court turned in a handgun at police headquarters in compliance with a court order. Jan. 26, 4:24 p.m. An unidentified person stole a purse from an unlocked vehicle parked on Lone Tree Way. Jan. 27, 8:36 a.m. An unidentified person stole a lock box containing a house key from the front door of a residence on Anastasia Drive. Jan. 27, 2:02 p.m. A subject caught stealing clothing from a business on Lone Tree Way was found to be on active felony probation for several theft convictions. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Jan. 27, 10:15 p.m. On Central Boulevard at Minnesota Avenue, a subejct stopped for displaying false registration tabs was found to be driving on a suspended license. He was arrested and released on a Notice To Appear. The vehicle was towed. Jan. 27, 11:19 p.m. On Homecoming Way, a subject caught violating a domestic violence restraining order was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Jan. 28, 1:45 a.m. A loaded firearm was found in an unoccupied vehicle parked on Heartland Circle.

On Sunset Road in Brentwood, an unidentified person cut a fence, attempted unsuccessfully to remove lids from electrical boxes, and left behind a backpack, mask and several tools. Jan. 29, 3:05 p.m. Jan. 28, 10:04 p.m. An unidentified person who smashed the rear window of a vehicle parked on Sand Creek Road entered the vehicle but stole nothing. Jan. 29, 3:03 p.m. A three-vehicle rear-end collision occurred on Balfour Road at Fairview Avenue. Jan. 29, 3:05 p.m. On Sunset Road, an unidentified person cut a fence, attempted unsuccessfully to remove lids from electrical boxes, and left behind a backpack, mask and several tools. Jan. 29, 4:38 p.m. An unidentified person stole the license plate of a vehicle parked on Sycamore Avenue. Jan. 29, 5:21 p.m. An unidentified person stole copper wire in the vicinity of Amber Lane at Shady Willow Lane. Jan. 29, 10:20 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard at Homecoming Way, a subject stopped for a vehicle code violation was found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. To view the Brentwood Police Department’s public logs on the city’s Web site, visit www.ci.brentwood.ca.us/department/ pd/reports/index.cfm. ANTIOCH Jan. 25, 11:49 a.m. An officer of the Antioch Police Department was flagged down by a male and female, who said they had been shot at while waiting for the light to change on northbound Lone Tree Way at James Donlon Boulevard. The victims’ vehicle was riddled with bullets along the passenger side, hood and windshield. No one was injured. The suspected shooters were in a vehicle described by witnesses as a gold SUV, possibly a GMC Yukon. The vehicle was last seen traveling northbound on Lone Tree Way. The investigation has revealed that the shooting does not appear to be random and is believed to be gang related. Those with information should call the Antioch Police Department Investigations Bureau at 925779-6926. OAKLEY Jan. 16 – Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on Empire Avenue at Main Street. Jan. 16 – A juvenile runaway was reported on the 100 block of Diane Court.

Jan. 17 – On the 200 block of Acme Street, a subject was arrested for domestic battery. Jan. 17 – A residential burglary was reported on the 100 block of West Bolton Road. Jan. 18 – Possession of a counterfeit bill was reported on the 1200 block of Fetzer Lane. Jan. 19 – On the 900 block of Main Street, a subject was cited for driving on a suspended license. Jan. 20 – A vehicle accident with property damage occurred on Main Street at Neroly Road. Jan. 20 – On the 5400 block of Main Street, a subject was arrested for possession of dangerous drugs. Jan. 20 – Grand theft from a vehicle was reported on the 1500 block of Neroly Road. Jan. 20 – On the 1000 block of Neroly Road, a subject was arrested for felony vandalism. Jan. 21 – On the 4800 block of Bayside Way, the 3000 block of Stonecrop Drive, the 100 block of Davis Lane, and on Empire Avenue at Hemlock Drive, subjects were arrested for having outstanding warrants for their arrest. Jan. 21 – A custody order violation was reported on the 3200 block of Main Street. Jan. 22 – A subject was observed brandishing a weapon on the 4300 block of Bordeaux Drive. Jan. 22 – On Hill Avenue at Main Street, a subject was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. Jan. 22 – A vehicle was stolen on the 5400 block of Neroly Road. Jan. 23 – A stolen vehicle was recovered on the 5200 block of Neroly Road. Jan. 23 – A probation violation was reported on the 4700 block of Wayside Way. Jan. 23 – A vehicle was towed from Bridgehead Road at Main Street. Jan. 23 – On the 5100 block of Neroly Road, a subject was arrested for battery. Jan. 23 – Child abuse was reported on the 200 block of Cedar Glen Drive. Jan. 23 – Petty theft from a vehicle was reported on the 100 block of Lakespring Court. Jan. 23 – On Francisco Villa Drive at O’Hara Avenue, a subject was arrested for receiving stolen property. Jan. 23 – Identity theft was reported on the 100 block of Oneida Street. Jan. 23 – Vandalism was reported on the 4700 block of La Casa Drive.

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CALENDAR Events Friday, Feb. 3 Walk, Shop and Stroll John Muir Health Outpatient Center, 2400 Balfour Road in Brentwood, hosts Walk, Shop and Stroll from noon-2 p.m. Learn how to prevent heart disease during this free event. For more information or to register, call 925-9417900 or visit www.johnmuirhealth.com/classes.

Book Sale Friends of the Antioch Library holds a book sale from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the library, 501 W. 18th St., featuring an array of gently used books and DVDs for $1 or less. The sale continues Feb. 4 from noon-5 p.m. and Feb. 6 from noon-3 p.m. For more information, call 925-757-9224.

Liberty Idol Liberty High School, 850 Second St. in Brentwood, hosts its 10th annual Liberty Idol competition at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7. Proceeds benefit the Bay City Cruisers Wheelchair Basketball team.

Saturday, Feb. 4 Junior Prom/Senior Ball Expo Vendors from local salons, dress and tuxedo shops, limousine services and florists are on hand for a Junior Prom/Senior Ball Expo from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Heritage High School, 101 American Ave. in Brentwood. Tickets are $10. For a complete list of vendors, visit www.luhsd. net/hhs2013.

Project Linus The nonprofit Project Linus, which makes blankets for children in need, meets from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. Bring your sewing machine, scissors, thread and needles. For more information, call 510-459-7457.

Community Cleanup The Antioch Neighborhood Cleanup Program takes on Fairview Park, 1301 Crestview Drive, from 9-11 a.m. Volunteers will receive instructions and equipment. The targeted areas are within walking distance.

Holly Creek Park The City of Oakley celebrates the reopening of Holly Creek Park, 4762 Hagar Court, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. For more information, call 925-625-7007.

Zumba Fundraiser Delta Valley Athletic Club, 120 Guthrie Lane in Brentwood, hosts a Zumbathon from 3-5 p.m. to raise money for the American Heart Association. For more information, call 925-240-2990.

Foreclosure Prevention Seminar Sen. Mark DeSaulnier hosts a foreclosure prevention seminar, featuring specialists in loan modifications, legal procedures and tax liability, from 1-4 p.m. at the Antioch Community Center, 4703 Lone Tree Way. To RSVP, visit www. sen.ca.gov/1565/seminar-rsvp. For more information, call 925-942-6682.

Crab Feed and Tri-tip Dinner The Deer Valley High School Band and Auxiliary Boosters hold an all-you-can-eat crab feed and tri-tip dinner at 6 p.m. at the Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, 1201 W. 10th St. in Antioch. Tickets are $45. No tickets will be sold at the door. For tickets and information, call 925-755-2724.

Spaghetti Feed The Contra Costa County Law Enforcement Training Center Recruits hold a spaghetti dinner, raffle and auction, featuring a live band, from 4-10 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 200 Marina Blvd. in Pittsburg. Tickets are $25. Proceeds benefit the 169th Recruit Class and legacy project. For more information, e-mail michele@ radiatepr.com.

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School Jazz Band hold a Sweetheart Swing Fling Dinner-Dance Extravaganza, featuring a silent auction, dancing and raffle, from 6:30-10 p.m. at the Brentwood Senior Center, 193 Griffith Lane. Tickets are $20. For tickets, call 925-642-3656 or e-mail trshayfer@sbcglobal.net.

Crab Feed The Liberty High School Athletic Booster Club holds a crab feed from 6-11 p.m. at Veterans Hall, 757 First St. in Brentwood. The event features all-you-can-eat crab, pasta, salad and garlic bread, plus a no-host bar. Tickets are $45. For more information, call 925-679-5513.

Woman’s Club Fundraiser GFWC Woman’s Club of Antioch, 509 G St., hosts a spring fundraiser boutique from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call 925-777-1831.

Crab Feed Green Leaves Church of God, 5400 Main St. in Oakley, hosts a crab feed fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. The event benefits Little LuLu’s Christian Preschool and Faith Christian School. The $35 admission includes door prizes, drawings and an auction. For more information, call 925-4700907 or 925-437-1140.

Sunday, Feb. 5 BBQ King Cook-off Brentwood PAL BBQ King Cook-off is held from 1-3 p.m. at Harvest Park Bowl, 5000 Balfour Road in Brentwood. Enjoy tri-tip, ribs, chicken, chili and an assortment of desserts. For more information, call 925-516-1221.

Health & Wellness Spa Fair Joyful Vibrations holds a health and wellness spa fair from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at 2465 Discovery Bay Blvd. The free event explores alternative health modalities for the mind, body and soul in a fun and uplifting environment. For more information, call 925-366-7744 or visit www. joyfulvibrations.com.

Monday, Feb. 6 Friends of Oakley The community organization Friends of Oakley meets at 4:30 p.m. in City Hall, 3231 Main St. The organization’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Oakley now and for future generations. For more information, visit www. friendsofoakley.com.

Brentwood Concert Band The Brentwood Concert Band rehearses from 7-9 p.m. at the Liberty High School Band Room, 850 Second St. The band welcomes any and all musical abilities and instruments. For more information, e-mail stuart.susan@gmail.com.

Tuesday, Feb. 7 Take Back Control Urodynamics Clinical Specialist Linda Adams speaks at a free John Muir Health-sponsored community presentation on women’s pelvic health from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Commons at Dallas Ranch, 4751 Dallas Ranch Road in Antioch. For more information, call 925-308-8457.

Antioch Riverview Garden Club The Antioch Riverview Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Antioch Public Library, 501 W. 18th St. Those interested in gardening and community beautification are welcome. For more information, call 925-779-0513.

Wednesday, Feb. 8 Blood Drive The American Red Cross holds a blood drive from 2-7 p.m. at the Rotary Club Meeting Room, 4800 Golf Course Road in Antioch. To schedule an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: AntiochRotary).

Magician Ray Andrews Do you believe in magic? Magician Ray Andrews visits the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., at 4 p.m. Onlookers will be dazzled by Ray’s spectacular illusions and sleight of hand in this free, 45-minute show. For more information, visit www.ccclib.org or call 925-516-5290.

Ribbon Cutting International Institute of the Bay Area, a nonprofit organization providing a full array of immigration legal services to the community’s low-income immigrant communities, hosts a grand opening for its new Antioch office, 3240 Lone Tree Way, Suite 202, at 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.iibayarea.org.

Delta Squares Square Dance Club The Delta Squares meet from 7-9:30 p.m. in the Laurel Elementary School multi-purpose room, 1141 Laurel Road in Oakley. For more information, call 925-217-2255 or visit www. deltasquares.com.

Thursday, Feb. 9 Republican Women East Contra Costa Republican Women Federated meet at 11:30 a.m. at Vic Stewart’s, 2270 Balfour Road in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-634-5404.

Valentine’s Day Craft Night The Oakley Library Youth Squad hosts a Valentine’s Day craft night at 6:30 p.m. in the Oakley Library, 1050 Neroly Road. All ages are welcome; no registration is required. For more information, call at 925-625-2400 or visit www. ccclib.org.

Playground Workshop The City of Brentwood Parks and Recreation Department holds a public meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., to solicit input on a proposed universal-abilities playground being considered for an area adjacent to the existing playground at Veterans Park. For more information, call 925-516-5444.

Wine and Chocolate An Elderly Wish Foundation hosts a wine and chocolate social from 6-8 p.m. at the Commons at Dallas Ranch, 4751 Dallas Ranch Road in Antioch. Proceeds go to granting wishes to terminally ill seniors in East County. For more information, call 925-978-1883.

Open Mic This month’s Open Mic event is held at 6:30 p.m. at Cap’s Oak Street Bar and Grill, 144 Oak St. in downtown Brentwood. All short work – poetry, short story, nonfiction or any other creative work – is welcome. Participants are allowed five minutes to perform. For more information, call 925-634-6655.

Sign-ups BOYFL Football and Cheer The BOYFL Falcons host sign-ups for their Pop Warner football and cheer program Mondays, Feb. 13 and 27 from 6-8 p.m. at Straw Hat Pizza, 6680 Lone Tree Way in Brentwood. For more information about registration, visit www.boyfl-falcons.com.

Summer Musical Auditions The Brentwood Theater Company and Kinsella Theater Group hold auditions for the Broadway Under The Stars’ productions of “Oklahoma!” and “Brigadoon” on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 25 at 12:30 p.m. at The Streets of Brentwood. For more information, call 925-513-3863 or e-mail brentwoodtheater@ sbcglobal.net.

Antioch Youth Football and Cheer Antioch Youth Football and Cheer holds sign-ups for kids 5-14 on Wednesdays, Feb. 29, March 7 and 21, and April 4 and 18 from 7-9 p.m. at Straw Hat Pizza, 3001 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch. Registration is $50. For more information, call 925-473-5150 or e-mail antiochyouthfb@yahoo.com.

Soccer Tryouts Ajax East Bay conducts tryouts for its U9U14 teams on March 3 and 4 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Liberty High School, 850 Second St. in Brentwood. For more information, visit www.ajaxunitedeastbay.org or e-mail directorofcoaching@ajaxunitedeastbay.org.

Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels needs volunteer drivers to deliver meals for its new Antioch route. Drivers

work once a week for two-hour shifts and make a tremendous difference in the lives of seniors in need. For more information, call 925-778-4379.

ESL Classes Liberty Adult Education, 929 Second St. in Brentwood, offers morning and evening English as a Second Language classes. For more information, call 925-634-2565 or visit www. libertyadulted.org.

Hula Classes The Brentwood-based dance group Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie is looking for students 8 and older to join its hula classes. Learn the beauty and meaning of hula dancing and Hawaiian history. Classes meet Fridays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 925-550-5656.

GED Prep Classes Liberty Adult Education, 929 Second St. in Brentwood, offers morning and evening General Education Development and Adult Basic Skills classes. For more information, call 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted.org.

Friendly Visitors Needed Friendly Visitors is looking for caring and compassionate volunteers 18 and older to visit lonely seniors in their homes for one hour per week. Share a cup of tea, watch a movie, play cards or take a walk together. For more information, visit www.mowsos.org or call 925-937-8311.

Hospice Volunteers Needed Hospice of the East Bay is looking for motivated, committed residents who want to make a difference in the lives of hospice patients. To volunteer or for more information, call 925-8875678 and ask for the Volunteer Department.

On the Horizon Lobster Tail Fundraiser The Friends of Oakley are taking orders for 6-7-ounce lobster tails ($15 apiece) available for pickup Feb. 10 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Almond Grove Elementary, 5000 Amaryllis St. Proceeds benefit the Friends’ Christmas Basket Program. For more information, call 925-625-5745 or 925-250-9689.

Composting Workshop The Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development holds a free composting workshop Saturday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m.-noon. at the Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. For more information, visit www. cccrecycle.org.

Fashion Show The Liberty High School Singers host a fashion show fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 11 from 7-9 p.m. at the Liberty High cafeteria, 850 Second St. in Brentwood. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. To purchase advance tickets, e-mail 80volts@gmail.com.

Crab Feed The Contra Costa County 4-H Council holds a crab feed Saturday, Feb. 11 from 5:30- 8:30 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Martinez, 1301 Alhambra Ave. Tickets are $45. Proceeds benefit local agriculture, leadership, science and technology, plus other 4-H life-skill projects. For more information, call 530-754-8518.

Night of Comedy Comedians Dennis Gaxiola and Stephen B perform Friday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. in the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. Tickets are $15. Proceeds support the Mission2Mexico orphanage project. For more information, call 925-2160618 or visit www.itickets.com.

Make a Blanket Day Project Linus hosts Make a Blanket Day, a charity event in which volunteers make blankets for children in need, on Saturday, Feb. 18 from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. For more information, call 510-459-7457.