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Youth help program gets national award by Dave Roberts Staff Writer The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently bestowed on Antioch’s Youth Intervention Network (YIN) its Outstanding Community Involvement Award, making YIN one of only 24 recipients in the United States to receive the DOJ’s annual Project Safe Neighborhoods Achievement Award. “At its core, Project Safe Neighborhoods is built upon the commitment and personal integrity of individuals like those we honor today,” said Acting Deputy Attorney General Gary Grindler at a ceremony in New Orleans. “This year’s awards celebrate and highlight the work that has been done that has truly made a difference. Led by our U.S. Attorneys, federal, state, tribal and local law enforcement and prosecutors are on the front lines on the streets of America every day. We thank you for your service and honor your success.” YIN won “for its comprehensive initiative designed to build and support a high performing and robust community working together to serve youth identified as likely to commit or become victims of violent crimes without prevention assistance,” stated a DOJ press release. On hand to receive the award were Antioch Police Chief Jim Hyde and Antioch resident Iris Archuleta, who co-founded the

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Prize patrol on National Night Out Locals participating in National Night Out events next week will not only help make their neighborhoods safer, they’ll have a shot at winning prizes, too. Brentwood Police Community Serivce Officer Michele Keady said this week that the Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood Committee (BANC) would be making the rounds on Tuesday, Aug. 3 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. along with Brentwood Police Chief Mark Evenson, Mayor Bob Taylor and members of the City Council. BANC members will select the host of one of the events for a special National Night Out Spirit Award, a gift basket containing items donated by Fremont Bank. Begun in 1984, National Night Out is designed to heighten awareness of crimes and drugs, increase participation in crime-prevention programs, strengthen the partnership between the community and the police, build neighborhood relationships and send a message to criminals that residents are organized, involved and committed to keeping their neighborhoods crime-free. “We are asking that all residents, Neighborhood Watch participants, concerned citizens, mothers, fathers, sisters and brothers participate by holding a gathering, large or small, and turn on their porch lights,” Keady said. “Have a barbecue, an ice cream social, a dessert exchange – to name a few ideas – and get together and enjoy the company of your neighbors.” To receive a National Night Out visit from Brentwood officials and have a chance at winning the Spirit Award, contact Keady at 925-809-7780.

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Brentwood Farmers’ Market in hunt for national award The Brentwood Farmers’ Market is one of the contestants in the 2010 America’s Favorite Farmers’ Markets contest hosted each year by American Farmland Trust. American Farmland Trust (AFT) has opened the voting to select America’s Favorite Farmers’ Markets at www.farmland.org/vote. The online contest is a nationwide challenge to see which of America’s farmers’ markets can rally the most support from their communities. On Aug. 31, one large, medium, small and boutique farmers’ market will win the title of America’s Favorite Farmers’ Market for 2010. With the title comes a promotional package including free printing and design services, a shipment of No Farms No Food tote bags, and more. According to AFT’s Kristy Bohnet, “Farmers’ markets are a vital link between local farms and their supporting communities, providing fresh and healthy food and an experience that cannot be matched anywhere else. By partnering with farmers’ market managers, American Farmland Trust is encouraging consumers to consider the impor-

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Young photographer knows Watts best by Elysia Cook Correspondent

Move over Ansel Adams, Joe Rosenthal and Annie Leibovitz – Brentwood resident and budding photographer Ethan Watts is behind the lens, and he’s not backing off. The 19year-old student once known around the community for his violin playing, participation in Eagle Scouts and involvement with the Mormon Church is now being associated with his photography, characterized by his self-described “bright” and “natural” style. “My whole life, I’ve been trying to find that point where I can make people happy and also find happiness within myself,” Watts said. “I feel that photography does that for me.” Although his interest in the camera began when he was young, Watts’ passion for photography came into focus when he borrowed a friend’s camera while visiting the Bay Area during a vacation from Brigham Young University, where he’ll be a sophomore this fall. After going through Watts’ photos, his friend encouraged him to pursue photography as a vocation. Watts obtained his own camera, and last March, decided to turn his hobby into a business – eWatts Photography – to help support him through college and offset the costs of

Photo by Ethan Watts

Photographer Ethan Watts enjoys making pictures of children, such as the one seen here, because of “their innocence and how open they are.” new photographic equipment. “For me, it’s not about the money,” Watts said. “I’ll make custom packages for someone that fits their financial needs if my price is too expensive.” Barely five months since he started advertising his business, Watts has already photographed a plethora of people and events and received recognition for his work nationwide. In July, he was one of nine photogra-

phers who won awards in a Celebrate America contest on usa.gov (the photo may be seen at http://www.usa. gov/contest/2010photocontest.shtml). While the contest offered no financial reward, “they showcased my work and represented me, which was good for me,” said Watts, who also shot cover art for the band The Weekend Forecast, one of whose members is Benji Schwimmer, season-two winner of “So

You Think You Can Dance.” Watts especially enjoys shooting “couples, because of their chemistry; children, because of their innocence and how open they are; and models because of their versatility,” but is always willing to photograph anyone and anything. “I shoot everything,” he said about his work. “I’ve shot pop singers, body builders … I’ve stood on the windowsill of a three-story building to get a perfect shot.” He credits his booming business to his low price tags, which he said are a deal compared to the rates of other photographers: “I’m young and I’m not expecting a lot of money, but I look at other photographers and I think that they’re gypping people.” The aspiring photographer’s main priority is to capture priceless moments in time in a way that is creative, professional and emotive. “I want people to look back on the moments in their lives through my pictures and know that those moments were good,” said Watts. “I want to be that one photographer who takes pictures of a family not once, but for the rest of their lives.” Watts plans to pursue his passion by majoring in photography (as well see Watts page 19A

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Youth from page 3A how to mentor at-risk youth before they commit or become victims of violent crime. About 160 people have received 40 hours of training, and many have received an additional 20 to 30 hours of advanced training. The training is modeled on a similar program in Northern Ireland called Dialogue for Peaceful Change, which has helped reduce violence among at-risk youth in that area. There’s a possibility the network could expand nationwide. Hyde and Archuleta will meet with DOJ officials in Washington in September “to look at replicating this model in other communities across the country,” said Hyde. They also recently traveled to Salinas to introduce community leaders there to the program. Archuleta said the program is seeing results from volunteers spending three to five months mentoring youth and providing support for their families. “We have seen tremendous response from these families,” she said. “We have seen kids go from an average GPA of 0.65 to some graduating with 2.75, 3.25. As a matter of fact, Antioch’s first African-American Youth of the Year was a YIN, a Youth Intervention Network kid. Antioch is doing groundbreaking work. What’s exciting for us is not so that we can be here and be recognized, but so that that this city can be proud of who it is. We are more than the negativity and bad news. We have done something that is extremely significant and ongoing work.” Also praising YIN at the press con-

ference was County Supervisor Federal Glover, who started a Gang Task Force five years ago in an effort to help at-risk youth. “(YIN) is a holistic approach to dealing with violence and gang activity,” he said, “because it looks at the family as a whole. We don’t know what starts an individual to gravitating to gang activity and violent behavior. But looking at the family unit as a whole, YIN has proven itself to be model of success to be able to really curb these types of events from happening.” Brian Hooker, field representative for Congressman John Garamendi, presented a Certificate of Congressional Recognition to Hyde and Archuleta, saying, “It’s programs like this that we really need to embrace in this out-of-the-box thinking.” Antioch Councilwoman Martha Parsons, who went through the 40 hours of training and serves on the YIN executive board, said, “They have done amazing things. Because of them, we are on the map. We do have something to be proud of – one of the many things, I might add. Thank you so much for helping our youth and bringing humanity back to the kids.” YIN training is being conducted for administrators and some of the staff at Antioch High. In addition, Archuleta said Dialogue for Peaceful Change would be offering an annual scholarship for Antioch High students interested in pursuing a degree in sports psychology and sociology in Belfast, Ireland. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Parents go Back to School The following is a schedule of East County school districts’Back to School events, where parents meet their children’s teachers and get orientated to their children’s learning environment. For additional information, contact your local school district office: Aug. 3 LOMA VISTA ISP kindergarten through grade three: 5-5:30 p.m. Grade three: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Grade two: 6-7 p.m. MARSH CREEK Kindergarten through grade three: 5:30 p.m. Grades four and five: 6:30 p.m. RON NUNN Kindergarten through grade three: 6 p.m. Grades three through five: 7 p.m. PIONEER Kindergarten through grade one: 6 p.m. Grades two and three: 6:30 p.m. Grades four and five: 7 p.m. KREY P.M. kindergarten: 6:30 p.m. Grades one and two: 7 p.m. DISCOVERY BAY ELEMENTARY All grades: 6-7 p.m. KNIGHTSEN SCHOOL Kindergarten through grade four: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 4 LOMA VISTA ISP and kindergarten through grade three: 5:30-6 p.m. Grades one through four: 6-7 p.m. KREY A.M. kindergarten and grade three: 6:30 Grades four and five: 7 p.m.

EXCELSIOR All grades: 6-7 p.m. Aug. 5 LOMA VISTA Speech students: 5:30-6 p.m. Kindergarten and grade five: 6-7 p.m. BRISTOW All grades: 6-8 p.m. ADAMS All grades: 6-7:15 p.m. EDNA HILL All grades: 6-7 p.m. GEHRINGER Grades four and five: 6-6:30 p.m. Kindergarten and grade one: 6:30-7 p.m. Grades two and three: 7-7:30 p.m. LAUREL Grades two and three: 6:30 p.m. Grades four and five: 7 p.m. Kindergarten and grade one: 7:30 p.m. IRON HOUSE Kindergarten and grade five: 6:30 p.m. Grades one and three: 7 p.m. Grades two and four: 7:30 p.m. OAKLEY ELEMENTARY Kindergarten; grade four; grades four and five combo: 6:30 p.m. Grades one and two; kindergarten and grade one combo: 7 p.m. Grades three and five; grades two and three combo: 7:30 p.m. VINTAGE PARKWAY Grades one and two: 6:30 p.m. Grades four and five: 7 p.m. Grades two and three combo; grade three regular: 7:30 p.m. KNIGHTSEN SCHOOL Grades five through eight: 6:30-7:45 p.m.

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Edna Hill on Capitol Hill

Photo courtesy of Kirsten Jobb

ongressman Jerry McNerny recently spent time with a team from Edna Hill Middle School – from left, Vice Principal Amy Wallace, Principal Kirsten Jobb, McNerny and Team Leader Polly Gallagher. The team was in D.C. to receive recognition as a California and National Schools to Watch Model Middle School. Edna Hill was also named one of the Schools to Watch in 2007, reﬂecting continuous progress toward academic excellence. Only 242 schools in the nation hold this title; 26 in California. In addition to the photo-op, McNerney shared his views on education and the beneﬁts of professional development for educators.

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andall Gerke of Brentwood shows off his stack of Jacksons after stopping by The Press, this time to pick up the $100 prize he won for stopping by The Press last time. The earlier visit came during this month’s CornFest, where he filled out the raffle ticket that was ultimately plucked out of the fish bowl, necessitating his second visit. Keep your eye on The Press for more prize announcements!

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T.E.A. Party begins informational meetings by Samie Hartley Staff Writer

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Gus Konstantaras of East Bay Open Carry talks about open carry legislation during Tuesday’s East Contra Costa T.E.A. Party meeting.

As the East Contra Costa T.E.A. Party continues to gain momentum, the organization this week began meeting in a new location, and kicked off an informative guest-speaker series with a presentation on the right to openly carry firearms. The East Contra Costa T.E.A. (Taxed Enough Already) Party’s first Veterans Hall meeting on Tuesday included a talk by Gus Konstantaras of East Bay Open Carry, a group that campaigns in support of the right for all American citizens to carry properly-holstered, unloaded handguns. Konstantaras told an audience of approximately 60 attendees that if citizens don’t stand up for their right to bear arms, as stated in the Second Amendment of the Constitution, the government will take that right away. In California, the state legislature is expected to vote early next month on Assembly Bill 1934. If passed, it will ban Open Carry, an outcome Konstantaras and many members of the audience hope to never see. “Let me tell you,” Konstantaras told the audience. “A gun doesn’t kill someone. You kill someone. People kill people. Guns don’t kill people. Guns are only a tool. A carpenter can use a hammer to kill someone, so it’s only a tool. It’s how you use it. We’ve got to dispel this myth that a gun carried by a person is bad. It’s not bad.” Fellow East Bay Open Carry member Jon Schwartz also implored the crowd to take the Open Carry issue seriously and contact their representatives to make sure AB1934 doesn’t pass, as all Americans have a “God-given right to self defense.” To the applause of the crowd, Konstantaras called

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upon his fellow Americans to stand up for the right to protect themselves. If they don’t, he said, dark days could be ahead. “We’ve got to activate,” Konstantaras said. “We need to pull together because they (the government) are taking our rights away. Day by day these politicians, these Obama lovers, are taking our rights away and pretty soon, we’re gonna blink, and it’s going to be 1939 all over again.” As members of the crowd whispered among themselves and nodded in agreement, Konstantaras developed his point further, explaining that online reports have suggested that the Federal Emergency Management Agency is creating concentration camps to hold those who oppose the government. He urged guests to log on to YouTube to view videos about the alleged camps, which are rumored to be located in Montana. He also hypothesized that the oil spill in the Gulf was deliberately created to distract the public from what is really going on, and urged T.E.A. Party members to open their eyes and stay vigilant. “This (activism) is a very important piece of my life in these days – I’m sorry I’m going to say it – these Obama days, these Osama days,” Konstantaras said. “I’m appalled about what’s happening today in our country, and I’m all for what the T.E.A. Party means and this movement in Brentwood and ECC (East Contra Costa), and you guys have my support.” East Contra Costa T.E.A. Party organizer Jill Price said she hopes these presentations will help educate the public even if they are not T.E.A. Party members. “People can make good decisions when they have the right information, so it’s important to educate the public about imsee T.E.A. Party page 22A

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Sad day for our shelter Editor: My husband and I went down to the Antioch Animal Shelter on July 20 to try to sign up as volunteers. We had been volunteers in the past for several years. We wanted to pick up where we left off. We were emphatically told no from a current volunteer working at the front desk. The sign is now up where the shelter is closed on Friday, Sunday and Monday. The volunteer coordinator position is no more. For those of you who would like to work in the shelter – to clean cages, walk the animals, brush the animals, play with the animals, show the animals to interested patrons – that option is no longer available. Our shelter coordinator even offered her time on a volunteer basis (without pay) and was told by the city that it was against the union contract to do this. She didn’t belong to the union because her position was only temporary. Imagine offering your time for free with the interest at heart of helping the animals and you are turned down. What’s wrong with this picture? It seems like the animal shelter is a thorn in the city’s side, with 65 percent of the city’s budget going to the police department. I voted for this animal shelter along with many other concerned citizens. City of Antioch, you are not properly taking care of our shelter or its creatures within. Here’s food for thought: Is it possible to approach the cities of Brentwood and Oakley and see if they would like to join in with our animal services program and add to its revenue? They currently do not have any animal shelter facilities. We could then receive those funds needed to return our animal shelter back to what it was before the horrendous cut of $127,000. Or … are their city coffers as cash poor as ours? If anyone else out there in the city of Antioch has any ideas on how to restore our shelter, speak up! Attend your City Council meetings. Offer some suggestions. FYI: Friends of Animal Services

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(FOAS) will be hosting the Black Cat Ball. This year’s 15th Black Cat Ball will take place on Saturday, Oct. 23 at the beautiful Lone Tree Golf Course and Event Center. The evening will be filled with great food and entertainment, a costume contest, silent auction and much more. What a better way to support your local animal shelter. This is the primary fundraiser for the FOAS. The animals are counting on all of us. Let’s make this the best Ball ever. Thank you. Animals don’t have a voice, but people do! Remember this when it comes time to vote for your elected officials in November. Sandy and Ed Stokes Proud members of Friends of Animal Services Antioch

Parental awareness in short supply Editor: It shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone that there was a gang-related shooting in Discovery Bay at 2 a.m. on Sunday, July 18. This is exactly what happens when unsupervised teens have a house party and 70-plus kids show up from all parts of the Bay Area with drugs and gang glorifications. If you’re smart enough as a parent to know who your kids are “hangin’ with on the hood” and if you’re smart enough as a parent to know where your kids are going to be “kickin’ it,” you won’t have a kid that ends up being shot. Yes, it’s tough to be an appropriately responsible parent. But it’s even tougher to have to see your kid shot up and in the hospital (or worse). And I’m sure no one is surprised that the house is a rental. The residents of Discovery Bay should be concerned about parents that don’t have enough intelligence and ability to discourage their kids from the glamorizations of the gang-banging scene, as it just brings trouble into your community. Susan Barnes Brentwood

Letter was misleading Editor: As a CSD director, I take great pride in the hard work I do serving this fantastic community. I strive to engage in open and honest dialogue with all of my constituents and that is why I was appalled at the misleading way Mr. MacVittie spoke about Discovery Bay’s budget in his recent letter to the editor. The CSD Board of Directors worked very hard to keep this year’s rate increase low. We worked together, despite our differences on other matters, to lower a proposed increase of 14 percent to one of 9 percent. Mr. MacVittie is aware of the time and discussion that went into this matter as well as the fact that our water vendor, Veolia Water, is raising its rate by 19 percent, but he seems to be playing politics by withholding information that doesn’t benefit his objective. The Town Of Discovery Bay Commu-

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nity Services District is a fiscally conservative district with a very lean operating budget that has been run in a conservative fashion from its inception, and if we were to cut anything from it, it would not be “fat” (government waste), but needed muscle. Mr. MacVittie was even asked recently at a public meeting by Director Mark Simon what he himself would have cut from the operating budget at the June 16 meeting but he could give no answers or suggestions. (This is in the public record and speaks for itself.) I hope you move forward after reading this letter with an investigative spirit, one that questions and looks for facts before one believes a candidate’s campaign platform. Unfortunately for voters and concerned citizens, our political climate has become one in which it doesn’t pay to be substantive and honest. Our community has important issues and challenges on the horizon and we need serious people to solve them. It isn’t enough to be vague, to offer up a narrative paragraph to cover an entire issue, to bend statistics to meet one’s own personal and political agenda. Our community deserves directors with original ideas, real solutions and the ability to deliver. Discovery Bay deserves the best. This is a time for forward-thinking people – the days of business-as-usual in Discovery Bay, as well as in the state, county and nation, are over. This is why I’m running to retain my seat on the CSD; I look forward to speaking to every interested voter about both the challenges our district faces, and my actual plans to take them on. I’m running for re-election to serve you and I look forward to meeting you as I walk door-to-door in our neighborhoods. In the meantime, please feel free to contact me at 925-219-5842 or by e-mail at brian@ votedawson2010.com. Brian Dawson Discovery Bay

Review ambulance response times Editor: During a forum post, I learned from Mr. Mankin of Discovery Bay that ambulance service to Discovery Bay has an extended goal time of 16 minutes, 45 seconds. This also applies to Bethel Island. Information I received from Contra Costa Health Services revealed only standard information regarding ambulance service. A goal of 11 minutes, 45 seconds is the normal for East County, except for certain areas. Mr. Mankin corrected me in his post, revealing that the two areas mentioned above have an extended goal time by five minutes. The length of response time for medicals is critical to life. Since the fire district has shut down fire stations, this issue needs to be re addressed by our county supervisors. This has me very concerned. Mr. Mankin also posted that the ECC Fire

District does not have authority as to what goes on with ambulance service in this area. It is under Contra Costa County’s control. In February of this year, the Board of Supervisors relaxed some of the conditions of the contract relating to ambulance service. While I thank Mr. Mankin for correcting me, I now must ask both supervisors Mary Piepho and Federal Glover if they were aware of such unacceptable response standards in their districts when the BOS voted to relax some of the ambulance contract goals without the public being reciprocated. In addition, if Mr. Mankin was aware of this, and as an appointee of Supervisor Piepho, was this information shared with her? While there are quick response vehicles with faster time goals, areas such as Discovery Bay, with a population of at least 10,000, should not be subject to an ambulance response of 16 minutes and 45 seconds. I also think the same should be said for Bethel Island. I would think areas such as Vasco Caves area may have delayed response times due to the remote area. I would not think that would be acceptable for the home town of our county supervisor. I ask our Board of Supervisors to please revisit these response time goals and improve them if they can. John Gonzales Knightsen

Amazing aid Editor: The teachers and staff of Celebration Christian Preschool would like to send a very warm thank-you to the local businesses that participated in our Amazing Race on Monday, July 26. Our team-building event took us on a whirlwind race to several Brentwood businesses, with a different challenge awaiting us at each stop. Our event turned out to be great fun, and we couldn’t have done it without all of these businesses opening their doors to our teams with open arms. We wish to thank Big B Lumber, Carson Swim School, Chuck E Cheese, Designer Dogs, Food Maxx, Lumpy’s Diner, Super Balloons Plus, the Brentwood Press and the TumbleTime Bus for helping to make our event such a success. In addition, we would like to thank Cabanas in the Garden, McCauley Brothers Olive Groves and Yogurt Shack for not only opening their doors to us, but for generously donating prizes for our first-, second- and third-place teams. We are so grateful for your hospitality and generosity! We would also like to thank MetroMint for its much-appreciated gifts of beach bags, bottled electrolyte water and flavored mint water to keep our teams hydrated and cool in the heat. Maggie Straight Brentwood

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A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. BRENTWOOD July 20, 9:20 a.m. An unidentified person entered a vehicle parked on Arlington Way and stole two bank deposits from the glove compartment. July 20, 10:10 a.m. An unidentified person stole six fishing poles out of a boat parked in in the backyard of a residence on Bellmeade Way. July 20, 10:27 a.m. An unidentified person stole two bikes from a business on Lone Tree Way. July 20, 11:30 a.m. On Lone Tree Way at Empire Avenue, a subject stopped for a mechanical violation was found to be driving on a suspended license. The driver was cited and vehicle stored. July 20, 7:55 p.m. A driver made a left turn at an unsafe speed onto southbound Chestnut Street from westbound Oak Street and struck a light post. July 20, 10:19 p.m. On Dainty Avenue at Griffith Lane, a subject stopped for a vehicle code violation was found to have a no-bail warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. July 20, 11:30 p.m. A subject involved in an argument at Willow Creek Terrace was found to be too intoxicated to care for his own safety. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. July 21, 6:37 a.m. An unidentified person shattered the window of a vehicle parked on Village Drive. July 21, 6:21 p.m. The credit card account of a resident of Autumn Valley Way was compromised and used to purchase goods in other cities. July 21, 7:06 p.m. A vehicle stolen from a resident of Shady Willow Lane was located by Oakland police. The vehicle was undamaged. July 21, 9:22 p.m. A three-vehicle collision occurred on Bypass Road at Sand Creek Road. One of the drivers complained of neck pain. July 21, 9:48 p.m. At a business on Lone Tree Way, a subject was placed under citizen’s arrest for shoplifting, and released on

LOGS a Promise To Appear. July 22, 12:38 a.m. An unidentified person stole copper wire from five streetlights on Fairview Avenue at Hillsborough Boulevard. July 22, 12:46 a.m. An unidentified person broke three lights in the parking lot of a school on American Avenue. July 22, 11:04 a.m. An unidentified driver struck a wooden fence on Sunset Road at Trailside Drive. July 22, 1:35 p.m. An unidentified driver struck a vehicle parked on Lone Tree Way and fled without leaving contact information. July 22, 4:15 p.m. In violation of a child custody agreement, a resident of Valley Green Drive did not return a child on time. July 22, 8:54 p.m. After being cautioned about trespassing, an unidentified person reentered a store on Lone Tree Way. July 22, 11:10 p.m. A dumpster caught fire in an apartment complex on Shady Willow Lane. The fire department reported that incident appeared to be accidental. 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 July 22, 11:15 p.m. Antioch Police Dispatch received a call from Sutter Delta Medical Center regarding a 39-year-old male who had been brought in by family and was suffering from multiple stab wounds in the upper body. The victim, who is expected to survive, was able to provide only a brief account of the incident before being treated at the hospital. July 26, 12:52 a.m. Officers of the Antioch Police Department responded to the report of a fight, shots fired and a subject down in the 2200 block of Banyan Way. Upon arrival, officers found a 20-year-old male Antioch resident lying in the street suffering from gunshots wounds. The victim was transported to Sutter Delta Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. According to witnesses, a white, four-door Buick or Cadillac pulled up to the victim as he walked down the street. The witnesses heard several gunshots and saw the victim fall. Two suspects fled on foot while the remaining fled in

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A dumpster accidentally caught fire in an apartment complex on Shady Willow Lane. July 22, 11:10 p.m., Brentwood the vehicle. At the same time, Antioch Police received a report of shots fired at the 7-11 Store on the 4300 block of Hillcrest Avenue. A witness heard four shots and saw four black males running from the store. Officers arrived to find that the clerk, a 64-year-old male, had sustained two gunshots wounds – one in the arm and the other in the hip. The wounds were considered not life threatening. At 1:06 a.m., Antioch Police received a report of a gunshot victim admitted to Sutter Delta Medical Center. Officers responded and spoke to a 22-year-old Antioch man who had sustained a gunshot wound. He claimed he had been on Banyan Way earlier and was shot by an unknown person. His injuries were serious and he was transported to a trauma center. The Antioch Police Department is investigating whether or not the incidents are related. Those with information should call Detective James Stenger at 925-779-6884. For information on law enforcement in Antioch, visit www.ci.antioch.ca.us/citygov/police. OAKLEY July 12 – A stolen vehicle was recovered on the 5200 block of Daffodil Drive. July 12 – On Michelangelo Drive at Rubens Way, a subject was cited for driving without a license. July 12 – A vehicle accident with property damage occurred on Laurel Road at Main Street. July 12 – A vehicle was towed from Edgewood Drive at Teakwood Drive. July 12 – On Delta Road at Main Street, a subject was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. July 12 – Incidents of battery occurred on the 5300 block of Sunrise Meadows Lane and the 400 block of Almondtree Circle. July 12 – A physical altercation was reported on the 200 block of Merlot Lane. July 12 – Grand theft occurred on the 100 block of Simoni Ranch Road. July 12 – Vandalism was reported on the 1200 block of Quail Valley Run. July 13 – A vehicle was stolen from the 100 block of Douglas Road. July 13 – A vehicle accident with property damage occurred on Empire Avenue at Main Street.

July 13 – A subject was found in possession of a concealed firearm on Amador Avenue at Norcross Lane. July 13 – A residence on the 4900 block of Driftwood Court was burglarized. July 13 – A case of identity theft was reported from the 5000 block of Fernwood Court. July 14 – A vehicle was stolen from Bordeaux Drive at Chenin Lane. July 14 – On Carol Lane at Main Street and on Delta Road at Main Street, s ubjects were charged with violation of parole. July 14 – An arrest warrant was served on Brown Road at Neroly Road. July 14 – On the 4700 block of La Casa Drive, a subject was arrested for DUI. July 14 – A residence on the 4700 block of Oak Forest Avenue was burglarized. July 14 – Shoplifting was reported at a business on the 100 block of East Cypress Road. July 15 – A business on the 2500 block of Main Street was burglarized. July 16 – A case of identity theft was reported on the 1700 block of Fairhaven Court. July 17 – A vehicle was stolen from the 1400 block of Main Street. July 17 – On Del Antico Avenue and Main Street, a subject was charged with possession of dangerous drugs. July 17 – On Main Street at Teakwood Drive, a subject was found to be driving without a license. July 17 – Vehicles were towed from the 100 block of Monet Drive; Burgundy Drive at Sauterne Way; and Crane Court at Merganser Drive. July 17 – On Empire Avenue at Main Street; East Cypress Road at Main Street; Mosswood Drive at Shady Oak Drive; and West Cypress Road at Fall Lane, subjects were arrested for DUI. July 17 – Felony vandalism was reported on the 4400 block of Macadamia Lane. July 18 – A subject on the 4700 block of Knarlwood Road was found to be under the influence of drugs. July 18 – On East Cypress Road at Picasso Drive, a subject was found in violation of probation. July 18 – An arrest warrant was served on Brown Road at Laurel Road.

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Mr. Lloyd Giles, 87, a resident of Millry, Ala. died Monday, July 12 at Springhill Memorial Hospital in Mobile, Ala. He was born Sunday, March 18, 1923 in Washington County, Ala. Mr. Giles, a member of Flat Branch Assembly of God Church in Millry, had worked for many years on a walnut ranch in Brentwood and retired after 21 years with Liberty Union High School in Brentwood. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arnett and Della Giles; four brothers, Floyd Giles, Joe Giles, Ulmer Giles and Truman Hollinghead; and two sisters, Inez Duke and Kathleen Curry. Mr. Giles is survived by his wife, Bernice Giles; three sons, Gene Giles (Marvie) of Millry, Ala., Wayne Giles (Diann) of Waynesboro, and Rickey Giles (Hilda) of Millry, Ala.; two daughters, Shirley Kirkland (Curtis) of Millry, Ala., and Sandy Fluty (Phil) of Byron; brother, Robert Giles of Birmingham, Ala.; sister, Viola Holyfield of Millry, Ala.; 10 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Freeman Funeral Home of Waynesboro, Mass. is in charge of arrangements.

mer resident of Brentwood passed away peacefully on June 6 after a brief battle with cancer. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and caring friend. Buella was always willing to help friends and family in need and was mothering to all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents and son, Raymond. She is survived by her son, John; daughters, Rita and Rachael; son-in-law, Victor; grandchildren, Johnnie, Jason, Christian, Teresa, Nicole, Rita and Shawnie; great-grandchildren, Ocean and Brian, and many friends and family. Buella will be greatly missed and in our hearts always. A memorial service was heldat Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Brentwood. We love you, “Grandma B.”

Richard William McHugh Sept. 28, 1947-July 21, 2010 Richard William McHugh, 62, passed away peacefully on July 21. He was born in Pittsburg to Robert and Mary Jane McHugh and moved to Brentwood as a child, where he attended Edna Hill School and graduated from Liberty Union High School. After high school, Richard served see Milestones page 21A

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Milestones from page 20A five years in the U.S. Navy, which included a tour in Vietnam. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, he attended college in St. Louis, Mo. and became a doctor of chiropractic. He was self-employed until 1998, when he sold his practice and retired. Richard enjoyed various types of hunting as well as fishing. Over the last six years of his life he made at least one fishing trip per year to La Paz, Mexico. He owned the home he grew up in and loved having his children and grandchildren gathered in the backyard for family get-togethers, always ending the day

with a “Thank you for today. This is what grandma and grandpa always loved and wanted for this backyard.” He leaves behind six children: Kimberly Calihan (Tom) of Stockton, Erin McHugh of Brentwood, Lynette McHugh of Oakley, Robert McHugh of Brentwood, Kellie Ortiz of Rancho Cordova and Jeff Bostrom of Pleasanton. He also leaves behind five granddaughters: Krystal Calihan, Morgan Taber, Madilyn Calihan, Isabella Ortiz and Bailee Ortiz. Preceding him in death were his parents, Robert William McHugh (1986) and Mary Jane McHugh (2001) as well as his beloved partner of 22 years, Bette Ann Bostrom (2005).

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Playing a Tune While the actual origins of the stringed instrument known as the harp are unknown and always up for debate, one thing is certain: in the right hands the harp can make beautiful music. On the other side of the string, to the untrained ear, the worst harpist’s tune can sound like a magic melody. The same logic can be used when applying for the federal government’s recently extended Home Affordable Refinance Program, otherwise referred to as H.A.R.P. – you can’t benefit from what you don’t know. Put in place to allow homeowners that are current on their mortgage, but behind on their equity, to refinance without penalty or mortgage insurance H.A.R.P. has been extended through June 30, 2011! The federal government recognized that MANY credit worthy homeowners are “underwater,” swallowed by negative equity, and by no fault of their own not able to take advantage of current market rates. And when I say market rates a recently completed national survey showed that nearly 40% of all Americans in 30-year fixed loans still have rates over 6%...more than a full percentage point over the national average. So, if you find yourself without any equity but current on your mortgage

payment you are an ideal candidate for the Home Affordable Refinance Program. “Underwater” homeowners are allowed to potentially refinance up to 125% of their homes current value WITHOUT having to have mortgage insurance added to their payment. If you weren’t paying mortgage insurance from the start, and you aren’t paying mortgage insurance now, why should you be penalized for wanting to simply lower your rate? This program has been put in place to help those borrowers who have helped themselves, in the words of President Obama, “to provide access to low-cost refinancing for responsible homeowners suffering from falling home prices.” If your harp is currently playing a chord” that’s out of melody with the market’s tune you should seriously consider looking into the H.A.R.P. program. Last year over 200,000 homeowners used the Home Affordable Refinance Program to lower their interest rate, drop their monthly payment, and secure themselves a 30-year fixed. Isn’t it time you found your rhythm and attempted to refinance? As always, I welcome all questions and or concerns pertaining to real estate lending on my cell phone, 925-726-1444, or via email, tfreymortgages@yahoo. com. – Advertisement

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Deputy Steve Harrison, shown here with members of the community during a recent event, is the Byron Union School District’s School Resource Ofﬁcer. Unless alternative funding can be found, the position will be eliminated in June of 2011, when money for the program is scheduled to run out.

Officer from page 1A to say what’s on their minds. It’s also keeps me current about on what’s going on.” Harrison’s position is funded through a California Department of Education grant, and supported through a partnership with the school district, Contra Costa supervisors and the sheriff’s office. But the five-year, $500,000 grant expires in June of 2011, and unless alternative funding sources are found, the SRO program will be eliminated. “This has been an amazing program, and we think it’s critical that there be a law enforcement presence at the schools,” said Lt. Mike Burton of the Delta Station. “We’re very concerned about the funding running out in June and we’re looking at ways to extend the grant or come up with additional funding. It’s not a program we want to lose.” Should another, similar grant not be available, alternative funding sources must be found. Other options are already being discussed, including supplemental funding for the SRO through the Discovery Bay P6 committee – a citizen’s advisory and oversight committee whose tax dollars helped fund the town’s two new deputies – an organization that could delegate funds to a program such as the SRO. “Anyone familiar with the program and its history understands what a vital program it

is,” said P6 Chairman Bob Mankin. “As a parent, child safety is a real concern, and I don’t doubt for a second that it would be a program that would be sorely missed. We need to identify some replacement grant money or find some other way to somehow pay for it. The somehow just hasn’t been identified yet.” For his part, Harrison, who works full time at the Byron campuses during the school year and steps in as an extra patrol officer during summer break, believes the community and the campuses benefit from the SRO program. He believes the elimination of the program would severely impact the students who have come to rely on Harrison’s continuity and positive presence. “I think my being in the schools limits some of the things the kids might otherwise do, and I think it would be real loss to the students if the (SRO) position were eliminated,” said Harrison. “When I first came here the kids weren’t sure about me, and whatever their perception of law enforcement was, it has, I think, changed over time. Once they started getting used to me I’d find them in my office telling me about things and trusting me. I love what I do and spend as much face time with the kids as I can. I think my presence in the schools has been a positive one – I hope it can continue.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

Extreme measures to save frosh sports Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill hopes to hit a home run for the Liberty Union High School District freshmen athletics programs by hosting an Extreme Hot Wing Eating Contest on Sunday, Aug. 1 as part of Save Freshmen Sports Campaign. Student athletes from Freedom, Heritage and Liberty high schools will battle it out in the Tailgater’s parking lot, 8065 Brentwood Blvd., to see who can eat the most wings in a showdown at 1 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by musician Johnny Gunn, songstress Pammie Lowe and comedian Bob-O Phillips. The Oakland

Raiderettes and an Elvis impersonator will also make an appearance, and Freedom Principal Erik Faulkner, Heritage Principal Andy Parsons and Liberty Principal Tim Halloran will take turns in a dunk tank. The event will also feature a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction for items donated from local businesses such as Diamond Hills Sports Club and Spa and Eden Plains Nursery. Tailgaters will donate all of its proceeds earned from 1 to 6 p.m. to the Save Freshmen Sports Campaign. For more information, call Josh Aldrich at 925-783-1315.

those involved,” said Hunt. “What I would like to see is a board of elected people. We don’t like the way the appointment went down; it just has the appearance of impropriety. We would like them (the board) to do what’s best for the community.” Castonguay said she’s doing what’s best for the community and has agreed to step sideways if not off the board, offering to become a regular board member provided newly appointed director Thoene is replaced as president. “I have agreed to step out and let Terry (Thoene) take my place and he has agreed to do that,” said Castonguay. “So that should appease them (those calling for the change).” Former HOA director and Lakeshore resident Carlos Tamborini is doubtful that Castonguay’s offer will fly with the opposition. “I can’t speak for everyone, but I think the biggest thing is that it (the reappointment of Castonguay) just leaves a bad taste in everyone’s mouth,” said Tamborini. “A recall is one of the necessary tools of an association and it may just be best to let it run its course. I think the biggest missing piece right now is the ability of the community to be informed and educated about what is going on.” Lakeshore resident Rayhan Shepard thinks so too, and on July 22, along with approximately 40 other members of the association, attended an informal outdoor meeting at the Lakeshore community gazebo. The purpose of the meet-and-greet was to brainstorm ways in which to promote transparency, communication and trust among the board and its association members. “I was at the meeting where everyone was invited, and my opinion is that people want to become united again as a community like we used to be,” said Shepard, who has lived in the Lakeshore development for six years. “I’m not sure how all this (the recall) will be resolved, but I have to say I would support a recall at this point if necessary. This is a beautiful community and things

T.E.A. Party from page 3A portant issues that face our daily lives,” Price said. “We are the people, and we are the government, and presentations like this help spread the word and get people involved.” Price stressed that the T.E.A. Party is a nonpartisan organization whose members are upset with conservative and liberal politicians alike and expect elected officials to represent their constituents properly by aligning themselves with core conservative or liberal values. If that doesn’t happen, Price said members of the T.E.A. Party would hold these politicians’ feet to the proverbial fire and vote them out if T.E.A. Party members don’t feel truly represented. The East Contra Costa T.E.A. Party meeting for the month of August will feature a candidate forum with David Harmer, who is running for the 11th Congressional District, and Gary Clift, who is running for the 10th Congressional District. Price also hopes to schedule John Dennis, who is running against Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi for her seat to represent California’s Eighth Congressional District. The East Contra Costa T.E.A. Party

need to be sorted out.” Steele, who had been recalled two previous times, said he is OK with leaving the board, but hopes the community can somehow rebuild a more productive, harmonious and ethical membership. He called the community meeting on July 22 a good first step. “In the seven years I’ve been here, that is probably one of the best, most productive meetings I’ve ever seen because it was called for the right purpose and to clear the air,” said Steele. “We have some problems in the association with letting everyone have a chance to speak and communicate. This meeting was like a pressure-release valve; I don’t know if it fixed everything, but it was a great start.” According to Steele, Castonguay and Algera were being recalled for inappropriate actions, including the non-response to requests for repairs and safety measures around the community, as he was recalled for inappropriate behavior toward certain members of the association. Castonguay said she’ll hold her ground and believes that whatever happens, she is acting in the best interests of her community: “I’m willing to resign from the presidency but not from the board. I am not going to fully resign; I feel I am an asset to the community.” “If Janet does not concede, I believe the members will feel they have no other choice than to recall the whole board,” said Steele. “The bottom line is about protecting the financial interests of Lakeshore as well as building respect for one another and creating a happy place to live. It’s about talking. It’s about communicating and it’s about respect.” The situation with the Lakeshore HOA is reminiscent of the Discovery Bay Property Owners Association (DBPOA), whose board also turned over in the face of a recall effort and is currently struggling with organizational matters and dissatisfied contituents. To read more about the DBPOA, log on to www.thepress.net holds meetings on the last Tuesday of the month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Veterans Hall, 757 First St. in Brentwood. The next meeting will be held on Aug. 31. For more information, e-mail Price at jillecctea@yahoo.com, call 925-550-2359 or visit www.eastcontracostateaparty.org. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 884 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM; AND AUTHORIZING, EMPOWERING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO SIGN SAID AMENDMENT. THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 27th day of July 2010, by the following vote: AYES: Council members Becnel, Brockman, Richey, Stonebarger, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 885 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD AMENDING IN PART SECTION 1.08.030 AND AMENDING IN THEIR ENTIRETY CHAPTERS 12.08 AND 12.12 OF TITLE 12 OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO STREET ENCROACHMENTS AND MAINTENANCE. THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 27th day of July 2010, by the following vote: AYES: Council members Becnel, Brockman, Richey, Stonebarger, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: /s/_______________________ Cynthia Garcia, CMC Assistant City Clerk Certified copies of the full text of the proposed ordinances are posted and may be read in full in the City Clerk’s Office at 708 Third Street, Brentwood, California, or copies may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Proposed date of adoption by City Council: August 10, 2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Date: July 30, 2010

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Boxing program for kids a knockout by Michael Dixon Correspondent

When kids in conflict “take it outside,” the fights can lead to injury and arrest. But Brentwood police and a local karate school are encouraging kids to release those energies indoors – to get involved in fighting as an organized sport. The Police Activities League (PAL) recently completed a summer boxing program for middle school kids at Verrett’s Karate Kenpo. An after-school program will begin in the middle of August on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for kids in sixth through 12th grade. “Probably the oldest sport in PAL is what we call PAL boxing,” said Brentwood Police Officer Roger Wilson, who is the executive director of PAL. “The martial arts part of it has been coming in. The goal of PAL is to keep kids off of the streets after school. A lot of the kids that we get in this program have been in fights on the street. Some of them haven’t; they just don’t have anything to do. We bring them in here; we give them a positive environment. One, to get that energy out and two, to teach them that fighting is literally a sport, and it’s not something you take out on the street. “When you start doing statistics, the time of the day when juvenile crime is at its peak is between the hours of 4 p.m. and about 8 or 9 p.m. Thus, we’re

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The Police Activities League is providing free, after-school boxing training at Verrett’s Karate Kenpo. trying to come up with something to do for them in the afternoon, to at least offer them some kind of positive environment to come to, instead of hanging out in gang and drug areas. A big question we got, and I still get it is, ‘You’re taking kids who have been arrested for fighting and teaching them how to fight?’ It actually has the opposite affect on them. They find out that they don’t need to go out fighting on the streets if someone gets in my face. We’re also teaching them positive ways to resolve their problems.” Wilson is excited about the growth of the free program at schools, such as the

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one run by Randy Verrett. “The biggest thing is that we’ve now branched it,” he said. “He’s moving from this location to a bigger one (in the same shopping center), so now we’re going to incorporate the boxing in with the PAL martial arts. “PAL boxing is the oldest sport in the nation. There are a couple of different kids, and I don’t know their names, but they’ve been in two different Olympics. One kid took the silver medal in his weight class in boxing. He got his entire start as a gang member on the streets of L.A. They took him off of the street, they put him in PAL boxing, found a home,

and he took it to the part where he competed in the Olympics.” Vincent Lang, who volunteers his time as instructor and mentor to the kids, said, “We are mostly teaching boxing, so we’ll start them out with cardio, just to get them warmed up. Then we’ll teach them shadow boxing, teach them combinations and have them work the combinations on the bag. Then we’ll let them either spar each other just with body shots or we’ll spar with them to show them what to do.” Lang, who is a student of Verrett’s adult boxing classes, is also an example of how fast success can come. “I actually started a year and a half ago with Mr. Verrett, not knowing anything about what I was doing. And then I became a good boxer and he asked me to help with the boxing program. I feel that it gives kids an opportunity to get out of the house instead of just sitting around and doing nothing. I think that’s what causes the trouble: when they’re just at home. “I’ve seen a change in the attitude from the kids when they come in here. Hopefully, it’s calming them down and they’re not out looking for fights and they know that fighting is just a sport and it’s not something they need to be doing outside the gym.” For more information, go online to www.verrettskarate.com or call 925-5161339. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Stomping the opposition the stellar play of catcher Palomo, Peyton Hendricks at first base, Danea Lideros at second, shortstop Lauren Bonnici, and Sweeney at third, the Stompers kept the Bandits off the bases most of the game. Shirk picked up another win, striking out four in three innings. In the championship game, Pinole’s dominant pitching kept the Stompers from reaching the bases for most of the game. Final score: Pinole 14, Stompers 5. As half of the Stompers’ roster comprised 8-years-olds, they fought tough against a much bigger team. The Stomper players were Lauren Bonnici, Kelcie Douglas, Peyton Hendricks, Jaysa Palomo, Jordan Sweeney, Virginia Davis, Danae Lideros, Kathryn Lucido, Cecily Murphy, Kaila Sanchez, Aaliyah Casborn and Savanna Shirk. The Stompers were managed by Jeff Hendricks and coached by Dave Sweeney and Joe Dominguez.

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Photo courtesy of Mary Wexler

Brentwood’s 9U Delta Dawgs, front row from left, are Peyton Wood, Jared Cruce, Ryan Jackson, Howie Hicks and Scott Keinofer; center row: Tommy Munson, Devyn Douglas, Max Peterson, Oscar Murray, Jeff Wexler, Richie Kabasinskas, Jack Derham and Caleb Green; back row: coaches Jason Peterson, Mark Murray and Paul Jackson.

Delta Dawgs bring home the bling Brentwood’s 9U Delta Dawgs brought home championship rings after going 5-0 in the recent Big League of Dreams Summer Champions Tournament held in Manteca. The first game pitted the Dawgs against the Bay Valley Bombers of Tracy, whom the Dawgs beat 7-5. Solid pitching by Howie Hicks, Tommy Munson and Ryan Jackson supported by great defense lead to the win. Triples by Richie Kabasinskas and Hicks secured it. On Saturday, the Dawgs handily beat the Bombers 113 and a tough Monterey Bay team 14-10. In Sunday’s semifinal game, played in 104-degree temperatures, the Dawgs again faced Monterey Bay, this time prevailing by a score of 10-6. The championship game showcased the Dawgs and Brentwood’s Nor Cal Titans in a match-up of local rivals. The

Dawgs got off to a great start by scoring four runs in the first inning, but the Titans rallied for three after two innings. Outstanding pitching in all seven innings by Munson and extraordinary team defense held the Titans to only one more run by the end of six frames. In extra innings, the Dawgs loaded the bases, setting the table for leadoff hitter Jared Cruce, who drilled a shot that scored the winning run. Final score: Dawgs 5, Tiyans 4. The 9U Delta Dawgs are coached by Mark Murray, Buzz Cruce and Jason Peterson with assistance from Paul Jackson. For information on tryouts, call 925-5848066 or e-mail mark@markmurray.org. For more information on the Dawgs, visit www. deltadawgsbaseball.com. – Contributed by Mary Wexler

While the emphasis is on learning basic football skills, the most important thing is to “just have fun,” said the coach. “A lot of these kids are playing football for the first time. We want to make it fun for them so they keep coming back. Putting on pads for the first time for a little guy, that’s scary. It gives them a chance to get used to the game and how to get in the stance and then not have to worry about, ‘OK I’ve got a helmet on and I’m sweating and have never been like this, now I’ve got to do what?’ Hopefully we can help them in that process.” The camp began with leg and arm stretches that included walking like zombies for 20 yards at mid-field, included hitting tackle bags and a 7-on-7 passing scrimmage, and ended with a barbecue. The focus is on the youngsters, but the high school senior football players also get something out of being there. “For seniors it’s mandatory because they have to do community service anyway,” said Hartwig. “And then any junior who wants to can come help

Kickball from page 1B “We have grown to provide home school P.E. classes, things for kids with special needs,” said Copeland. “We have an amazing support system. We have a great board of directors, great group of volunteers. It’s been fun to watch it grow.” Making the new league’s growth more impressive is that there are already many well-established youth sports leagues in East County. “I think there’s a place and spot for everyone,” said Copeland. “You definitely have to have your niche. Some are competitive-driven, some are lackadaisical. We are right in the middle. When parents see what we are all about, they will like what they see. Their children will really enjoy it. “We are a nonprofit,” he said. “We need donations. We give scholarships for our youth programs. We also do scholarships for graduating high school seniors.

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us. They have fun. It’s good for them to be the coach. They get to understand paying attention and things like that. It’s been good. Plus the kids get to follow the players. We’ll see at games kids on the fence saying ‘Hey, Matt, remember me?’” Hartwig was happy with the turnout for the $40 camp, given that many people have cut back during the recession. “We have 35 kids here at a time when money is pretty tight and things are pretty rough,” he said. “It’s just a good sign that the community supports us, and we want to try to support them back.” The Freedom High players start working out in pads on Aug. 16, the preseason starts with a scrimmage at Las Lomas on Aug. 27 and the first game is at Amador Valley on Sept. 3. Hartwig is optimistic that $48,000 will be raised by Aug. 1 so that the freshman team will also be playing this year. “We are practicing like it is,” he said last week. “We don’t know for sure, but it’s most likely going to make it, from what I hear.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

The money we raise we are putting back into the community. We are life skills driven: learning to deal with peer pressure, listening to your parents, excelling in the classroom before excelling on the play field. “I hope one day down the road that this will grow into something that I can do (full-time). Right now this is done on the weekends and evenings for me. The reason why I love and enjoy it – I don’t take a salary from this – I love sports, I love working with kids. I’ve been able to marry my business side with the sports side and put them together. I do motivational speaking. I do fundraisers. I really try to give back to the community. We had a group that volunteered at the CornFest. We support other nonprofits in the area as well.” For more information go online to www.alloutsportsleague.com. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Drivers race up Speedway ladder by Jack Menges Correspondent The wingless sprints return to action Saturday night at the Antioch Speedway and share the top billing with the dirt modifieds. Rounding out the program are the super stocks, hobby stocks and mini trucks. Tommy Laliberte, who has been battling David Press for top honors over the three-eighths mile track, captured the main event last weekend, earning him the point lead in the division. Press, who won the previous feature, finished fourth last weekend and maintains his hold on second place in the standings. Chasing Laliberte

across the finish line in the latest program was former champion Jim Perry, who is third on the point ladder. Wingless Sprints: Heat Winners – Laliberte and Dan Gonderman; Main Event – Laliberte, Perry and Gary Nelson. BCRA Midget Lites: Heat Winners – Jason Sharp and Scot Kiney; Main Event – Sharp, Brian Corso and Dakota Albright. Super Stock: Heat Winner – Lloyd Cline; Main Event – Mike Gustafson, Mitch Machado and Larry Damitz. Four Bangers: Heat Winner – Ken Radabaugh; Main Event – Patty Ryland, Radabaugh and Mike Felt. Mini Trucks: Heat Winner – Travis Dutra; Main Event – Dutra, Ron Mayberry and Danny Wagner.

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Terrapins make waves Brentwood brothers and Terrapins Swim Team members Brandon and Tyler James swam to fast times at the recent Long Course Junior Olympic Championships held in Moraga. Heritage High freshmen Brandon qualified for the finals in the 100- and 200-meter backstroke – both in Western Zone Championship record times. The lead swimmer in two relays, Brandon posted two Far Western records in the 50- and 100-meter freestyles.

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New book makes gluten-free a snap The term “gluten-free” often conjures images of bland food. If you take a pass on the special gluten-free section of the grocery store or turn up your nose at the dish your friend with celiac disease brought to the neighborhood potluck, you’re not alone. Gluten, a mixture of proteins in wheat, rye and barley, was once a largely ignored allergen that caused big problems for its sufferers. And while gluten awareness is on the rise, most assume that getting rid of gluten means a lot of extra work and giving up on all the foods you love. But a new book insists it’s easier and tastier than you think. “Being gluten-free isn’t about being on

a diet,” says Danna Korn, author of “Living Gluten-Free For Dummies” (second edition, Wiley Publishing, Inc.). “It’s about living a lifestyle. And whether you’ve been glutenfree for decades or are just getting started, your most important tool is knowledge.” Korn’s book is a practical guide full of authoritative guidance on how to make the transition to a gluten-free lifestyle. The trick, is learning how to substitute for a few staple ingredients in your kitchen. Here are some savvy substitutions for a few of your favorite ingredients:

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Breadings and coatings If a recipe calls for breading, breadcrumbs or flour coating, use wheat- or glutenfree mix (homemade or store-bought). Bread and muffin mixes work well for coatings on chicken and other fried goodies. Seasoned cornmeal or corn flour (masa) and crushed potato chips are also excellent alternatives. Gluten-free breadcrumbs are one of the easier alternatives to come by (many glutenfree breads turn to crumbs when you look at them). There are always plenty of crumbs in the bag.

Croutons Croutons are a perfect way to take a salad from so-so to sensational with little trouble. Making your own, gluten-free croutons is simple: cut fresh, gluten-free bread into cubes, deep fry and roll in Parmesan cheese and spices. Some suggest letting the bread get just a tad stale (not moldy) before making croutons this way.

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Trail mix Trail mix is ideal for snacking on the go and is a healthy treat kids enjoy. Many trail mixes available in stores are already glutenfree, but if you prefer making your own, mix peanuts, raisins, dried fruit and gluten-free chocolate candies or chips.

Oatmeal or hot cereal If you enjoy starting your day with a steaming bowl of oats, don’t despair. Try substituting your morning oatmeal with corn grits. Prepare them just like oatmeal and top with butter, cinnamon and sugar, or fry them. You can also find hot cereals made from grain-free flours, such as amaranth and quinoa – nutritional powerhouses. “Don’t be afraid to get creative,” Korn says. “A gluten-free kitchen shouldn’t take the joy out of preparing meals and creating new culinary delights. In fact, it should make you that much more skilled as a chef. And with a little planning and an open mind, you might be surprised at the safe, nutritious and downright tasty dishes that come out of your kitchen.”

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Heartburn – no frivolous complaint by Dagan Henderson Correspondent

At one point or another we all get a little heartburn. Depending on diet and other factors, some get it more often than others. But how do you know when it’s time to see a doctor? According to Dr. Ming Fang, a gastroenterologist affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center, regular episodes of heartburn two or more times a week is enough to cause some concern. “Gastroesophogeal reflux disease, or

GERD, can have serious effects if left untreated,” said Fang. “Plus, it’s uncomfortable and usually simple to treat.” The food we eat must be broken down before it can be absorbed by our bodies. It’s a multi-step process, but the stomach is responsible for most of it. To do that, it uses gastric acid – which is strong enough to dissolve steel. The stomach has a protective lining to prevent the acid from damaging the tissue, but the tube connecting it to the mouth (the esophagus) does not. When gastric acid creeps into the esophagus it burns the tissue and causes

the feeling we call heartburn. “In the beginning, GERD can cause heartburn, pain in the chest, a sour taste in the mouth and regurgitation at night,” said Fang. “But eventually it can cause damage to the lungs or a severe difficulty swallowing, called dysphagia. Dysphagia can cause food to lodge in the esophagus and require a trip to the emergency room.” GERD can be caused by several factors, including diet and a weakening of the muscle that pinches the opening between the stomach and esophagus tightly

shut. But treatment is generally simple. Depending on the underlying cause, said Fang, common treatments include changing your diet; avoiding food and beverages within three hours of sleep; elevating your head while sleeping; and prescription medication. Over-the-counter heartburn medications will generally help relieve short-term symptoms. Frequent heartburn, however, should be treated by your physician. Dagan Henderson is a medical writer affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center.

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With the help of an audience member, Brentwood magician Peter Morrison prepares to execute some of his close-in spell-bindery at San Francisco’s Marrakech Magic Theater. he was soon performing shows in his backyard. By the age of 11, he landed his first paying show at the Lafayette Rotary Club. However, the Marrakech Magic Theater is what Morrison always wanted. While his successful career has settled him in Brentwood, Morrison is anything but satisfied, and always ready to improve. “The advantages of having your venue are great,” he said. “You no

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004916-00 The name of the business (es): Wells Fargo Auto Finance, LLC Located at: 1350 Montego In: Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Wells Fargo Auto Finance, LLC, 2501 Seaport Drive, Chester PA 19013-2237. 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: 1/31/10. Signature of registrant: Katherine M. Wibert, Vice President This statement was ﬁled with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: July 1, 2010 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires: July 1, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010

duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on February 28, 2006, as Instrument No. 2006- 0060909-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: ROBERT L. ANTRACCOLI, JR. AND BRANDY L. ANTRACCOLI, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 603 NORRIS STREET, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $193,211.93 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: July 16, 2010 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent 135 Main St. Ste. 1900, San Francisco , CA 94105, 415-247-2450 By: Stephanie Alonzo, Authorized Signature The undersigned mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.52(c) declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has obtained an exemption from the state regulator that is current and valid and the additional 90 day period does not apply. This loan servicer has implemented a comprehensive loan modification program that meets the requirements of civil code section California Civil Code 2923.53. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Fidelity National Title Company, as Agent for the mortgage loan servicer as defined under California Civil Code section 2923.53 (k)(3) By: Stephanie Alonzo, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 ASAP# 3645517 07/16/2010, 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010

state. Sale 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 the Deed of Trust. 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, interest thereon, estimated 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. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 31, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7433, FILED APRIL 25, 1997, IN BOOK 391 OF MAPS, PAGE 18, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT OF 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $570,305.57 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 878 BLOSSOM DRIVE BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 APN Number: 017-410-021 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 07-09- 2010 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3644505 07/16/2010, 07/- 23/2010, 07/30/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

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 $382,087.22. 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: 07/24/- 2010 NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 750019013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 3644991 07/30/2010, 08/- 06/2010, 08/13/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

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: 842 MICKELSEN COURT, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. 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 $511,415.24. 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: 09/- 17/2009 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# 3664134 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Renata Hodges; Brian Hodges ﬁled a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Sloane Lydia Hodges to Proposed Name: Lydia Sloane Hodges 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 9/2/10 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. Petitioner is to bring the minor’s birth certiﬁcate to the hearing. Date: July 8, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004330-00 The name of the business (es): PEAK ELECTRICAL Located at: 1100 BEAR RIVER COURT In: OAKLEY, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): JOHN NORMAN PIKE, 1100 BEAR RIVER COURT, OAKLEY, CA 94561. 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: John Pike This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: June 9, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: June 9, 2015 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004499-00 The name of the business (es): Kreative Minds in; K.M.I. Located at: 1352 Sciortino Court, In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kristopher Dohrmann, 1352 Sciortino 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: 6/16/10. Signature of registrant: Kristopher Dohrmann This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: June 16, 2010 By: P. Cornelius, Deputy Expires: June 16, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004771-00 The name of the business (es): The Smart Cookie Factory; Smart Cookie Factory Located at: 1328 Elm Street In: El Cerrito, CA 94530 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):Oneida C. Guerra, 1328 Elm Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530; Stephanie D. Escobar, 1328 Elm Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530 This business is conducted by: Co-Partners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on:’a0June 25, 2010. Signature of registrant: Oneida C. Guerra This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: June 25, 2010 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: June 25, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004816-00 The name of the business (es): SilverCreek Hay & Feed Located at: 4265 Camino Diablo In: Byron, CA 94514 Mailing: P.O. Box 477, Byron, CA 94514 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tiffany Marie Finta, 741 McClarren Road, 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: Tiffany Marie Finta This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: June 28, 2010 By: June 28, 2015, Deputy Expires: June 28, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004827-00 The name of the business (es): Charming Creations Located at: 596 Ranier Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tammy Torres, 596 Rainier Street, 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: 6/29/10. Signature of registrant: Tammy Torres This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: June 29, 2010 By: C. Sullivan, Deputy Expires: June 29, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates:July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0005034-00 The name of the business (es): MJ’s Downtown Cafe & Bakery Located at: 655 First Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, Mailing: 1130 Jordan Court, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jennifer Hamilton, 1130 Jordan Court, Brentwood, CA 94513 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: Jennifer Hamilton This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: July 8, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: July 8, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0005050-00 The name of the business (es): The Pool Guy Located at: 2805 Pasatiempo Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Richard Andrew Varin, 2805 Pasatiempo Drive, 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: 2005 Signature of registrant: Richard Andrew Varin This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: July 8, 2010 By: B. Basch, Deputy Expires: July 8, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0005055-00 The name of the business (es): Pool Guy Products Located at: 2805 Pasatiempo Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Richard Andrew Varin, 2805 Pasatiempo Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513; Brent Allen Eikanas, 1349 Panwaood Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Richard A. Varin This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: July 8, 2010 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: July 8, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0005089-00 The name of the business (es): Professional Steam Service Located at: 2705 Delta Road In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David Michael Morriss and Sue Morriss, 2705 Delta Road, 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: 1984. Signature of registrant: David Michael Morriss, Sue Morriss This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: July 12, 2010 By: Lis Gutirrez, Deputy Expires: July 12, 2015 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2010 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 1515 Clay Street, Suite 2208, Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 622-4970 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: July 8, 2010 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: SYDNIE ENTERPRISES INC. The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 613 1st STREET SUITE 107 BRENTWOOD, CA 94513-1397 Type of license(s) Applied for: 48-On-Sale General Public Premises Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Date(s): July 23, 30, August 6, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 10-05588-3 CA Loan No. 0015294507 Title Order No. 399716 APN 013-270- 049 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 21, 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 5, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, Power Default Services, Inc., as the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 242491CA Loan No. 0704585223 Title Order No. 419463 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-07-2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 08-06- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-17-2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005-0396738- 00, , and as modified by the Modification of Deed of Trust recorded on 01-06-2009, Book , Page , Instrument 2009-0001677- 00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: SHABUDDIN AHMADZAI, A MARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015003512 Title Order No.: 100256440 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/11/- 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 03/18/- 2004 as Instrument No. 2004- 0091145-00 of ofﬁcial records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JOSE F. PEREZ JR. AND CATHERINE E. PEREZ, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’SCHECK/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: 08/19/2010 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: 190 WRIGHT COURT, BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA 94513 APN#: 010- 700-036-6 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015003513 Title Order No.: 100256442 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/09/- 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. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 09/16/- 2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0352996-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: DIANA L CASON, 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: 08/19/2010 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: 198 CONTINENTE AVE, BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA 94513 APN#: 010-660-006-7 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $564,247.41. 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: 07/24/- 2010 NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 750019013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 3644953 07/30/2010, 08/- 06/2010, 08/13/2010 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0081909 Title Order No. 09-8233017 Investor/Insurer No. 1700612955 APN No. 013- 290-015-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/08/2005. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: STEPHEN C. WOOD, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 12/08/2005 and recorded 12/15/05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0481078-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/27/2010 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

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jarren Patrick Williams, 29 Cedar Hollow Drive, Danville, CA 94526 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jarren Patrick Williams FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-0866 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Jarren Patrick Williams ﬁled a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jarren Patrick Williams to Proposed Name: Jarren Patrick Nagy 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.NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 8/9/10 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: May 24, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: KEN BEGUN, SBN 130295, 18 Crow Canyon Court, Suite 180, San Ramon, CA 94583 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: KIMBERLY CONSTANCE BURKE FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1030 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: KIMBERLY CONSTANCE BURKE ﬁled a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. KIMBERLY CONSTANCE BURKE (AKA) CONSTANCE KIMBERLY BURKE (AKA) KIMBERLY C. BURKE (AKA) KIMBERLY BURKE DEAR to Proposed Name: KIMBERLY ANNE BURKE 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 8/24/10 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: June 29, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Renata Hodges; Brian Hodges, 57 Tam O’Shanter Road, Alamo, CA 94507 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Renata Hodges; Brian Hodges FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1107 TO ALL

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tamara Hernandez, 3028 Carey Lane, Brentwood, CA 94513 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Tamara Micah Hernandez FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1031 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Tamara Micah Hernandez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Morgan Marie Cargill (AKA) Morgan Marie Cargill-Hernandez (AKA) Morgan Marie Hernandez to Proposed Name: Morgan Marie Cargill- Hernandez 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 8/17/10 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: June 29, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Xavier D. Dearmon SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Xavier D. Dearmon FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N10-1057 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Xavier Dearmon filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Xavier Demetrice Dearmon II to Proposed Name: Jazjuan Miller 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 8/23/10 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: July 6, 2010 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 2010 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File #F-0006262-00 The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Elements Beauty Lounge, Located at: 316 Oak Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 9/1/09 (*) 1. Sally A. Berry, 12779 Riding Trail Drive, Wilton, CA 95693. This business was conducted by: an Individual Signature of registrant: Sally Berry This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: June 28, 2010 By: T. Ragsdale, Deputy Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004980-00 The name of the business (es): GAS N SAVE Located at: 1541 E. CYPRESS ROAD In: OAKLEY, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): THIND BROTHERS INC., 1797 GIOTTO DRIVE, 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: N/A. Signature of registrant: GURINDER SINGH, PRESIDENT This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: July 6, 2010 By: Liz Gutierrez, Deputy Expires: July 6, 2015 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2010

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IRONHOUSE SANITARY DISTRICT NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011 SEWER SERVICE CHARGES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 5473 of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California, the Board of Directors of the Ironhouse Sanitary District has adopted its Ordinance No. 25, wherein it has elected to collect its sewer service charges for the fiscal year 2010- 2011 on the tax roll in the same manner as its general taxes, and has filed with its Secretary a written report containing a description of each parcel of real property receiving sanitary sewerage service from said District and the amount of the charge for each such parcel. A copy of the report may be inspected at the Ironhouse Sanitary District Office, 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, CA after July 19, 2010. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that on Tuesday, the 3rd day of August, 2010, at the hour of 7:00 p. m., at the regular meeting place of said Board, 450 Walnut Meadows Drive, Oakley, California, said Board will hear and consider all protests and objections to said report. Upon the conclusion of the hearing, the Board may adopt, revise, change, and reduce or modify any charge or overrule any or all objections and shall make its determination upon each charge as described in said report and the use of the tax roll. /s/ Susan V. Walde Secretary to the Board of Directors Publish: July 23, July 30, 2010 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, 2010

Corporation a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the accompanying Notice of Sale is filed. AND/OR The timeframe for giving Notice of Sale specified in subdivision (a) of Civil Code Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. DATE: 07/03/- 2009 FOR SALES INFORMATION: Mon - Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (714)730-2727 CAL- WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION 525 EAST MAIN STREET P.O. BOX 22004 EL CAJON CA 92022-9004 Dated: July 16, 2010 CAL-WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION By: ASAP# 3655838 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

AND JEANNIE L TAYLOR, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 5/11/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0167128-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/13/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 4442 FALL LANE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN #: 035-263-072-7 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $377,303.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 7/19/2010 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3639761 07/- 23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 9/6/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0281910-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/20/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 260 EAST 15TH STREET PITTSBURG, CA 94565-0000 APN #: 086-172-006-8 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $250,244.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/21/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3643576 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

as Instrument No. 2006-0143366-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/6/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 1035 MEPHAM DR PITTSBURG, California 94565 APN #: 086-240- 100 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $402,927.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/2/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3637443 07/- 16/2010, 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-245704-C Loan No. 0356011249 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/30/2006. 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 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: STEPHEN D. FRENCH AND LYNNE E. FRENCH, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 9/6/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0281912-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/20/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 243 HERON DRIVE PITTSBURG, CA 94565-0000 APN #: 085-350-076- 7 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $312,957.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/21/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3643433 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-245773-C Loan No. 0656571479 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/2/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. 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: JANICE LEE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded 3/15/2007 as Instrument No. 20070076527-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/20/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 239 ALMOND TREE LANE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN #: 035-491-011-9 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $231,825.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/21/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3643606 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

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: 1020 MORNING GLORY 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 $476,065.82. 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: 06/- 28/2009 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# 3664838 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Section 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and previsions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 11th DAY OF AUGUST 2010, TIME 1:00PM on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at TOWNCENTRE SELF STORAGE, 345 Town Centre Terrace Brentwood, Ca. 94561 County of Contra Costa, State of California, the following: A-136 JANEEN CYBULSKI CLOUD A-280 JEFF JUAREZ B-322 DON W. WRIGHT B-463 HEATHER H. ADLER/ JULI POLOWAY D-732 HEATHER H. ADLER/ JULI POLOWAY D-852 HEATHER H. ADLER/ JULI POLOWAY/ GABRIELLE SERES D-870 KYLE HALEY E-1062 LETICIA JIMENEZ E-1085 JIM ABBOTT/ CINDY ABBOTT E1100 LETICIA JIMENEZ E-1245 JOYCE SEIBLES E-1335 ROGER HUTCHISON Property to be sold described as boxes (contents unknown), totes (contents unknown), child’s bike, garbage bags (contents unknown), hand truck/dolly, refrigerator, mirrors, scooter, toddler/children’s toys, chairs, televisions, bed sets (different sizes), night stands, mattresses and box springs (different sizes), coffee tables, end tables, lamps, sofas, love seats, hutch, dressers, entertainment center, fish tank, shop vac, rocking chair, armoire, exercise equipment, DVD player, golf clubs, microwave. Hand tools, men/women/ children/ toddler’s clothing/jackets/ and shoes, women’s purses, wooden desk, cash registers, picture frames, stuffed animals, shopping baskets, computer and computer equipment. Board games, soccer table, children’s books, coolers, sport utility bags, work bench, luggage, file cabinets, camping gear /fishing poles, skis, patio furniture, stereo, lava lamps, grill, wine cooler, clocks, hampers, gardening tools, toolboxes, stereo equipment, propane tank, power generator, different types of tires, trunks, washer & dryer, dining sets, shelving units, welding equipment, air compressor, air conditioner, ladder, step ladder, microwaves, paper shredder, fax machine, power strips, area rugs, vacuum cleaners, china cabinet, and more… Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchases in cash only. All purchased items sold as is where is and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Dated this 23rd day of July and the 30th day of July, 2010. Auctioneer Forrest O’Brian Ca Bond #:00104533207 P O Box #66 Bethel Island CA 94511 TownCentre Self Storage 925-634-7779 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0002181-00 The name of the business (es): Bobby D’s Custom Catering and Restaurant Located at: 1635 A Street In: Antioch, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Robert Duncan, 2739 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 7/13/10. Signature of registrant: Robert H. Duncan, Sr. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: July 13, 2010 By: B. Basch, Deputy Expires: July 13, 2015 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 13, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 035-392-010-1-01 Trustee Sale No. 1275587-15 LOAN NO: XXXXXX7924 TRA:19051 REF: LENFORD, MICHAEL UNVER Property Address: 46 CLEARWOOD PLACE, OAKLEY CA 94561 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED August 22, 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 August 19, 2010, at 10:00am, CAL- WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded September 03, 2003, as Inst. No. 2003- 0437166-00, in book XX, page XX, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: MICHAEL LENFORD AND NANCY LENFORD, 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 SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE 725 COURT STREET, (CORNER OF MAIN AND 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: 46 CLEARWOOD PLACE 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: $193,238.67. 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. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. I, John Kennerty, of America’s Servicing Company (“Mortgage Loan Servicer”), declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that the following is true and correct: The Mortgage Loan Servicer has obtained from the Commissioner of

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1248978-14 APN: 035- 453-028 TRA: 19020 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx9158 REF: Cannon, Nicki IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED March 29, 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. On August 05, 2010, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded April 13, 2004, as Inst. No. 2004-0128735-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Nicki Cannon, An Unmarried Woman, 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: 1608 Wildcat Way Oakley CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be 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: $256,802.93. 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. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in civil code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to civil code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in civil code section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to civil code sections 2923.52. For sales information: MonFri 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: June 29, 2010. (R-325574 07/16/10, 07/23/- 10, 07/30/10) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-245553-C Loan No. 0359137886 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/3/2005. 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: CHRIS M TAYLOR

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-245705-C Loan No. 0356011256 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/31/2006. 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 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: STEPHEN D. FRENCH AND LYNNE FRENCH,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. WC-209161-C Loan No. 0042829515 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/1/2006. 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 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: WAYNE F. PIERCE AND MARCI A. PIERCE, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 5/8/2006

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. WC-246807-C Loan No. 0041190018 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 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: FRANCISCO M GUITRON AND SOPHIA R GUITRON, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 11/17/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0445321-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/- 20/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 1323 YOSEMITE CIR OAKLEY, California 94561 APN #: 033-360-019-5 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $537,647.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/26/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Ileanna Petersen, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3654042 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0036733 Title Order No. 09-8112865 Investor/Insurer No. 1704019170 APN No. 034- 410-073-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/31/2007. 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: GERARD ROSE AND FRANCES ROSE, AS HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS., dated 05/31/2007 and recorded 06/05/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0163565-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/27/2010 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. 05-FWA- 94333 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/21/2005. 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. On August 19, 2010, at 10:00 AM, AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREET, in the City of MARTINEZ, County of CONTRA COSTA, State of CALIFORNIA, REGIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by CLAUDIA MORA GAMMON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustors, recorded on 7/29/2005, as Instrument No. 20050283230- 00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash, or cashier’s check (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States) without warranty express or implied as to title, use, possession or encumbrances, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it as such Trustee, in and to the following described property situated in the aforesaid County and State, to-wit: TAX PARCEL NO. 035-263070 From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the above described property is purported to be 4450 FALL LANE , OAKLEY, CA 94561. Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reasonably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $400,553.40. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c), the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one or more of the following methods: by telephone, by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting or the borrower has surrendered the property to the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent and that the compliance with Civil Code Section 2923.5 was made at least thirty (30) days prior to the date of this Notice of Sale. The mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: it has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption and said order is current and valid as of the date of the Notice and the time frame set forth in California Civil Code 2923.54 does not apply or California Civil Code 2923.54 does not cover this loan. Dated: 7/- 17/2010 REGIONAL SERVICE CORPORATION, Trustee ByJEAN GREAGOR, AUTHORIZED AGENT Agent for Trustee: AGENCY SALES AND POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 Telephone Number: (800) 542-2550 Sale Information: (714) 730-2727 or http://www.rtrustee. com ASAP# 3661418 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 241518CA Loan No. 3011719824 Title Order No. 381524 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 08-13- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11-29-2006, Book , Page , Instrument 2006-0380649- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: MANDISA E MARYLAND, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, JABBARR R LOVE, AN UNMARRIED MAND, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s 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. Sale 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 the Deed of Trust. 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, interest thereon, estimated 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. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 22, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 6408, FILED MARCH 20,1984, IN BOOK 277 OF MAPS, PAGE 7, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: RIGHTS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM CARL NEWBURY, ET A I, RECORDED NOVEMBER 19,1964, BOOK 4746, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 284, AS FOLLOWS: ‘’AN UNDIVIDED ONE-HALF (1/2) OF ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, IN, ON, AND UNDER SAID LAND OR THAT MAY BE PRODUCED, RECOVERED OR SAVED FROM SAID LAND WITH THE RIGHT OF ENTRY ON SAID PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXPLORING, TAKING, REMOVING, DISPOSING, MINING AND OPERATING FOR OIL, GAS, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, AND ALL RIGHTS REASONABLE AND INCIDENT TO SUCH PURPOSE, PROVIDED, HOWEVER, THAT ADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGE TO LAND, CROPS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON WILL BE PAID TO GRANTEES, THEIR HEIRS, SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS, IN THE EVENT DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY THE EXERCISE OF ANY OF THE RIGHTS ABOVE RESERVED.’’ QUITCLAIM DEED FROM NANCY L. NEWBURY, ET AL, RECORDED NOVEMBER 9,1977, BOOK 8584, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 479, WHICH EMBODIES THE FOLLOWING: ‘’THIS DEED IS GIVEN TO ELIMINATE THE RIGHTS OF THE GRANTOR TO THE SURFACE AND THE UPPER 500 FEET OF THE SUBSURFACE.’’ ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM: RIGHTS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM NICOLA SALLUCE AND MARIA SALLUCE RECORDED NOVEMBER 5,1981, AS RECORDER- S SERIAL NO. 81- 144031; AND IN THE DEED FROM VITO PAVIA AND SARINA PAVIA, RECORDED NOVEMBER 5, 1981, AS RECORDER- S SERIAL NUMBER 81-144032, OFFICIAL RECORDS AS FOLLOWS: ‘’ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET THEREOF.’’ Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $483,164.64 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 437 HAZELNUT DRIVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 035-522- 004 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DEC-

LARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. DATE: 07-14-2010 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259- 7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3647986 07/23/2010, 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

ING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3647808 07/16/- 2010, 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: SCOTT J. GRIFFITHS AND, JILL G. GRIFFITHS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s 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. Sale 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 the Deed of Trust. 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, interest thereon, estimated 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. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 23, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 6613, FILED JUNE 27, 1985 IN MAP BOOK 290, PAGE 46, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN THE UPPER 500 FEET THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM BANK OF STOCKTON, EXECUTOR OF THE WILL OF OLINTO NARDUCCI, DECEASED, RECORDED JUNE 8,1983, IN BOOK 11286, PAGE 459, OFFICIAL RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $406,175.44 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1783 HEMLOCK COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 035-552-120 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 07-16- 2010 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3653487 07/23/2010, 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

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: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN # 037-510-018 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 78 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. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $480,030.43 The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, Lender or Servicer has declared it has obtained a ﬁnal or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 from the Commissioner that is current and valid as of the date of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale and the requirements of Section 2923.52(a) does not apply to this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. Dated: 7/- 5/2010 MAX DEFAULT SERVICES CORPORATION Ryan Remington/Authorized Signature FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 Max Default Services Corp. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3638781 07/16/- 2010, 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. DATE: July 16, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA05000093-09-1 . 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400 Irvine, CA 92606 949-2528300 Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap. com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary’s agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has not obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does apply to this notice of sale. Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3639825 07/16/2010, 07/- 23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

has obtained from the Commissioner a ﬁnal or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale speciﬁed in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3637134 07/16/2010, 07/- 23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 241587CA Loan No. 0701663106 Title Order No. 382825 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09-28-2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 0806- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-14-2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005-0394265- 00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: MICHAEL TEIFEL AND JOELLEN TEIFEL, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s 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. Sale 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 the Deed of Trust. 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, interest thereon, estimated 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. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: A CONDOMINIUM COMPRISED OF: PARCEL ONE: UNIT 185, AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’A’’, TO THE DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS, RECORDED MARCH 31, 1987, BOOK 13545, PAGE 347, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY. PARCEL TWO: AN UNDIVIDED 1/- 234 TENANCY-INCOMMON INTEREST AND TO PARCEL A AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 6657, FILED MARCH 31, 1987, IN MAP BOOK 311, PAGE 33, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING FROM PARCEL TWO: A) UNITS 1 THROUGH 234, INCLUSIVE, AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’A’’ TO THE DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS, RECORDED MARCH 31, 1987, BOOK 13545, PAGE 347, OFFICIAL RECORDS. B) THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE ALL THOSE AREAS DESIGNATED AS CARPORTS, DECKS AND PATIOS, AS SHOWN UPON CONDOMINIUM PLAN REFERRED TO ABOVE. PARCEL THREE: THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE OF THOSE PORTIONS OF PARCEL A DESCRIBED ON PARCEL TWO, ABOVE, DESIGNATED AS CARPORT NO. C-185 AND PATIO OR DECK NO. D-185, AS APPURTENANT TO PARCELS ONE AND TWO ABOVE DESCRIBED. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $305,607.26(estim ated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 2721 HARVEST LANE ANTIOCH, CA 94531 APN Number: 053-230- 023 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. DATE: 07-14-2010 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 730- 2727 or www.fidelityasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www. priorityposting.com Deborah Brignac CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPT-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 242880CA Loan No. 0699730222 Title Order No. 437750 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09-29-2005. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 0820- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-03-2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005-0376347- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: ERIKA DELGADILLO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s 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. Sale 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 the Deed of Trust. 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, interest thereon, estimated 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. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 7, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 6656, FILED AUGUST 5, 1986, IN MAP BOOK 305, PAGE 1, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ‘’BELOW A DEPTH OF 500 FEET, ALL OIL, PETROLEUM, GAS, BREA, ASPHALTUM AND ALL KINDRED SUBSTANCES AND OTHER MINERALS UNDER AND IN SAID LAND, ‘’ AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM ETHEL BROWN HAHN, RECORDED MARCH 26, 1986, BOOK 12801, PAGE 384, OFFICIAL RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $416,924.12 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 120 FRANCIS COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 035611-007 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 07-27- 2010 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3666298 07/30/2010, 08/- 06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 441995CA Loan No. 3011816901 Title Order No. 398325 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01-26-2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 08-13- 2010 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 02-05-2007, Book , Page , Instrument 2007-0034839- 00, of official records

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 708911 Loan No. 0217030041 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 3/16/2007. 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. On 8/5/2010 at 10:00 AM, Max Default Services Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 3/22/2007, as Instrument No. 20070083848- 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: Marcus Muldrow and Tracy Muldrow, Husband and Wife, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/- CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. All right,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. CA05000093- 091 . Loan No. 0147094585 Title Order No. 55012126 APN 033- 390-011 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED December 17, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 9, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, MTC FINANCIAL Inc dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on December 28, 2007, as Instrument No. 2007- 0348563-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: JOSEPH D VILLANUEVA AND MELODY E VILLANUEVA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, in favor of SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4786 MAMMOUTH LANE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest theron, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $443,246.31 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. CA09000640- 10-1 . Loan No. 1996585322 Title Order No. 4427064 APN 037-390- 035-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED August 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 6, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, MTC FINANCIAL Inc dba Trustee Corps, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on August 25, 2004, as Instrument No. 2004- 0328785-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: RAUL MEDINA AND ARASELI RADILLO, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, in favor of CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2350 WINDSOR LANE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest theron, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $271,754.83 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. DATE: July 16, 2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA09000640-10-1 . 30 Corporate Park, Suite 400 Irvine, CA 92606 949-2528300 Clarisa Gastelum, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap. com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2924f: The Beneficiary or Beneficiary’s agent has indicated that the requirements of California Civil Code Section 2924f have been met. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 10088546 Loan No. 0030696553 Title Order No. 433674 APN 032351011 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED August 10, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 12, 2010, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA,Power Default Services, Inc., as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on August 18, 2005, as Instrument No. 2005031196500 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: HARRY STIPE, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3649 WELLS ROAD, OAKLEY, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee- s Sale is estimated to be $315,374.64 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary- s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier- s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee- s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: 07/21/2010 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent 17592 E. 17th Street, Suite 300, Tustin , CA 92780, 7145085100 By: Juan Enriquez, Authorized Signature The undersigned mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.52(c) declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has obtained an exemption from the state regulator that is current and valid and the additional 90 day period does not apply. This loan servicer has implemented a comprehensive loan modification program that meets the requirements of civil code section California Civil Code 2923.53. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Fidelity National Title Company, as Agent for the mortgage loan servicer as defined under California Civil Code section 2923.53 (k)(3) By: Juan Enriquez, Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www. lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714259-7850 ASAP# 3636509 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-343645-CL Order # 100097037-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/8/2007. 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): EVA M. CASTRO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND RICHARD N. FAIRHURST AND KRISTINA FAIRHURST , HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 3/19/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0078899-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/- 13/2010 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: $555,773.75 The purported property address is: 38 BRANDING IRON CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 034-160074 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 Aurora Loan Services LLC 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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: 7/9/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.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 holder’s rights 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# 3644436 07/- 23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

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): JEREMY HARTY AND STACIA HARTY, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 8/5/2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0293446-00 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/- 5/2010 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: $334,823.93 The purported property address is: 1720 CEDAR CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035- 552-027 035-552-027-1 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 Aurora Loan Services LLC 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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: 7/6/2010 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.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 holder’s rights 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# 3638618 07/- 16/2010, 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $421,134.02 The purported property address is: 455 BRISTOL COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035-720-019 035720-019-5 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 Aurora Loan Services LLC 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not 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 or 2923.55 . 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: 7/- 12/2010 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.fidelityasap.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 holder’s rights 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# 3617311 07/- 16/2010, 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

(c), the beneficiary or authorized agent declares as follows: DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE (California Civil Code Section 2923.5(c)) The undersigned mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent hereby declares under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, as follows: The mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent tried with due diligence but has been unable to contact the borrower to discuss the borrower’s financial situation and to explore options for the borrower to avoid foreclosure as required by Cal. Civ. Code Section 2923.5. The following efforts were made: At least two weeks after attempting telephone contacts, sent letter by certified mail, return receipt requested that included toll free number to HUD-certified housing counseling agency. Litton Loan Servicing LP Date: 10/7/- 2008 ATTACHMENT TO NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Foreclosure Attorney: Quality Loan Service Corporation 1.) 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: 7/13/2010 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. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: (800) 247- 9727 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 holder’s rights 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# 3648531 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

rized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not 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 or 2923.55 . 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: 7/- 26/2010 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.fidelityasap.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 holder’s rights 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# 3635281 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

YER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 05/06/- 2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0161827-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: MANUEL A VILLALPANDO JR, 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: 08/12/- 2010 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: 454 ALMONDTREE CIR, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 035- 492-003-5 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $281,722.45. 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: 07/17/- 2010 NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 750019013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 3637779 07/23/2010, 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

(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# 3646929 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-353713-CL Order # 100207772-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/28/2005. 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, ex-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-355242-CL Order # 100229740-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/15/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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): MIKE A. HALL AND KAREN M. HALL, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 2/23/- 2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0054597-00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/- 5/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-08-188280-JB Order #: M824385 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/28/2006. 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): WAI MAN POWELL AND JAMES PATRICK POWELL, WIFE AND HUSBAND, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 1/4/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0002968-00 in book, page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/12/2010 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: $676,022.82 The purported property address is: 70 Merganser Court Oakley, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 037- 490-036-3 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, 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 Litton Loan Servicing LP 4828 Loop Central Drive Houston TX 77081. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.5

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10-358106-VF Order # 100260304-CA-GTI 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. 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): SUNNY KHANH TRAN , A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 11/3/- 2008 as Instrument No. 2008- 0241525-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 8/- 19/2010 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: $309,210.55 The purported property address is: 31 ESCHER CIR OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 037- 520-004 037520-004-5 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 Bank of America 475 Crosspoint Parkway Getzville NY 14068. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or autho-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015003485 Title Order No.: 100253869 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/23/- 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. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/03/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0210917-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JAMES C COX AND PATRICIA L COX, 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: 08/12/- 2010 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: 2185 MEGAN DR, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 041-120-0371 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $414,901.73. 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: 07/23/- 2010 NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 750019013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 3643370 07/23/2010, 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015003273 Title Order No.: 100243359 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/29/- 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 AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAW-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0061695 Title Order No. 09-8182331 Investor/Insurer No. 1701161719 APN No. 037-390- 069-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/27/2006. 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: LOUIS LUJAN AND IRMA LUJAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 04/27/2006 and recorded 05/05/06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0142430-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/20/2010 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: 2272 CANTERBURY LN, OAKLEY, CA, 945613327. 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 $317,741.96. 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: 08/- 14/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone:

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0061986 Title Order No. 09-8182263 Investor/Insurer No. 459921088 APN No. 035-263- 020-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/26/2007. 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: LEROY DIXON, AND DIANA DIXON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 07/26/2007 and recorded 08/01/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0221096-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/20/2010 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: 4425 FALL LN, OAKLEY, CA, 945612432. 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 $269,473.33. 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: 08/- 14/2009 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# 3654881 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0004796-00 The name of the business (es): Mrs. Sandra’s Place, Located at: 2517 Squaw Court In: Antioch, CA 94531 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sandra Freitas De Souza, 2517 Squaw Court, 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: 1/1/10. Signature of registrant: Sandra Freitas De Souza This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: June 28, 2010 By: Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires: June 28, 2015 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2010 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0005103-00 The name of the business (es): L&L HAWAIIAN BARBECUE Located at: 5035 Lone Tree Way, Suite A In: ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): HANPING GU, 1214 PICADILLY LANE, 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: HANPING GU This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: July 12, 2010 By: P. Cornelius, Deputy Expires: July 12, 2015 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2010

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-245700-C Loan No. 0356011264 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/31/2006. 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 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: Stephen Daniel French and Lynne Ellen French, husband and wife as joint tenants Recorded 9/7/2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0283298-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/20/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 2811 WILDFLOWER DRIVE ANTIOCH, CA 94531-0000 APN #: 052-241-003-4 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $395,797.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/21/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3643428 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

08/- 16/2009 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# 3646927 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $399,173.24. 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: 07/- 08/2010 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# 3636481 07/16/2010, 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

will sell on 08/- 27/2010 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: 30 VITRUVIUS COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 945611778. 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 $374,550.28. 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: 07/- 27/2010 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# 3639586 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

TACT 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: ERNEST P. BRANDON AND LIANE C. BRANDON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 12/8/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0473013- 00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/20/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 3117 VAN BUREN PL ANTIOCH, CA 94509 APN #: 076- 380-036-4 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $356,659.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/21/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3643610 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dtes: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0050623 Title Order No. 10-8200088 Investor/Insurer No. 870339738 APN No. 032-030- 001-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/11/2008. 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: RAMON VILLA AND LUZ A VILLA, dated 01/11/- 2008 and recorded 01/16/08, as Instrument No. 2008-0009012-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/- 20/2010 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: 4210 KNIGHTSEN AVENUE, 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 $713,967.21. 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: 07/- 22/2010 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# 3634229 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

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: 10/- 11/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3634665 07/16/2010, 07/- 23/2010, 07/30/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 16, 23, 30, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0064357 Title Order No. 09-8-189482 Investor/Insurer No. 1700598302 APN No. 035- 473-001-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/19/2006. 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: GAIL C. FRENCH, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 01/19/2006 and recorded 01/26/- 06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0027612-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/20/2010 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: 4230 SALGADO AVE, OAKLEY, CA, 945612321. 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 $384,550.53. 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:

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0154147 Title Order No. 09-8468132 Investor/Insurer No. 168054488 APN No. 033-110- 007-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/10/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: HECTOR ALFARO AND MARIA I ALFARO, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 05/10/2007 and recorded 05/17/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0145078-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/27/2010 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: 60 DELTA ROAD, 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 $563,769.67. 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: 07/- 27/2010 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# 3659176 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0046889 Title Order No. 108-180684 Investor/Insurer No. 12304858 APN No. 032-192- 005-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/07/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MICHAEL STEAD AND SHARRON STEAD, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 03/07/2006 and recorded 03/15/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0079425-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/13/2010 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: 5265 SANDMOUND BOULEVARD, 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0049458 Title Order No. 10-8192956 Investor/Insurer No. 176355093 APN No. 034-160- 095-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/06/2007. 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: CONSTANTINO ARRIAGA, dated 08/06/2007 and recorded 08/10/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0230312-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/20/2010 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: 13 RED BARN 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 $478,513.44. 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: 07/- 17/2010 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# 3651119 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0052676 Title Order No. 10-8-211915 Investor/Insurer No. 0428505567703 APN No. 033-430-048-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/21/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: DAVID M RONQUILLO AND NICOLE A RONQUILLO, dated 10/21/2009 and recorded 10/27/09, as Instrument No. 2009-0255879-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-245538-C Loan No. 0356011257 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/30/2006. 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 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: STEPHEN D. FRENCH AND LYNNE E. FRENCH, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 9/6/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0281909-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:8/25/2010 at 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, California Property Address is purported to be: 3225 FRASER ROAD ANTIOCH, CA 94509-0000 APN #: 071-332-008- 3 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $314,874.00, 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. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] 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 or 2923.55. Date: 7/22/2010 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3653121 07/- 30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-245776-C Loan No. 0655810955 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/12/2005. 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 CON-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0108184 Title Order No. 09-8309305 Investor/Insurer No. 1705427850 APN No. 034- 460-008-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/25/2007. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: ANDRE OLIVAREZ, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 10/25/2007 and recorded 11/06/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0308812-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/- 20/2010 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: 144 COPPER KNOLL, 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 $455,699.37. 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: 04/- 12/2010 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# 3649681 07/23/2010, 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: July 23, 30, August 6, 2010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0071498 Title Order No. 08-8262551 Investor/Insurer No. 612260963 APN No. 035-555- 008-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/08/2007. 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, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MARIBEL SILVA AND FRANCISCO SILVA HERRERA, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 01/08/2007 and recorded 01/16/07, as Instrument No. 2007- 0012656-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/13/2010 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: 1757 CHIANTI 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 $398,810.19. 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0150406 Title Order No. 09-8453370 Investor/Insurer No. 1699610190 APN No. 053-230-011-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/01/2005. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MICHAEL JEREB AND DIANE JEREB, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 09/01/2005 and recorded 09/09/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0343711-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 08/27/2010 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: 2733 HARVEST LANE, ANTIOCH, CA, 94531. 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 $282,375.82. 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: 01/14/2010 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# 3669416 07/30/2010, 08/06/2010, 08/13/2010 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: July 30, August 6, 13, 2010

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Events Friday, July 30 Fall Fashion Show Quail Lodge of Antioch hosts a fall fashion show by Coldwater Creek from 2-4 p.m. For more information, call 925-778-7453.

Broadway Under the Stars The Brentwood Art Society and Kinsella Theater Group present Broadway Under the Stars at the Streets of Brentwood. The first of three summer events is one of Broadway’s greatest musicals of all time – “Guys and Dolls” – running through Aug. 1. For tickets and more information, call 925-516-8500.

Delta Jazz Trio The Delta Jazz Trio performs on Fridays and Saturdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Scottie’s Shutters Brasserie, a French-American restaurant on Sunset Road at Elkins Way in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-5164131 or visit www.shuttersbrasserie.com or www.deltajazztrio.com.

Saturday, July 31 Read to a Dog HALO’s Angel Ears Therapy Dogs visit the Brentwood Library on Saturdays, July 31 and Aug. 28 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for children ages 6-15 to help improve their reading skills. Call 925-516-5290 or come to the library to book your 15-minute session.

Free Summer Concert Series Waldie Plaza in Antioch is the venue for a free concert featuring the Bell Brothers from 6-8 p.m. Seating will not be provided, so please bring your own blankets and chairs. Smoking and alcohol are not permitted. For more information, visit www.art4antioch.org.

Monday, Aug. 2 Free Music Class Miss Jane of Kindermusik and MOMS Club of Brentwood offer a free music class on Monday, Aug. 2 at 9:30 a.m. at Code Brew in The Streets of Brentwood. Newborns to kids age 5 are welcome. Join the MOMS Club meeting while the kids enjoy the music.

Tuesday, Aug. 3 Homeless Animals Volunteer Get-together Join HARP volunteers and learn what you can do to help the overpopulation of pets by fostering, fundraising, hosting community events and more at Doggie Depot in Brentwood at 6 p.m. For more information, call Marianne at 925-516-7343 or e-mail harpvp@ comcast.net.

Wednesday, Aug. 4 Brentwood Lions Club Those who wish to serve their community are invited to join the Brentwood Lions Club, which is looking for new members. The Lions meet at Perko’s the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. for a no-host dinner. For more information, call Carolyn at 925-5167798.

Sign-ups Understanding Reverse Mortgages Richard San Vicente from Bank of America helps you understand all you need to know about reverse mortgages on Friday, July 30 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Liberty Adult School, 929 Second St. in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-848-6575.

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Church Community Fundraiser St. Anne Church of Byron hosts a yard sale Saturday, July 31 from 7 a.m.-noon. Spaces are available for $25 each; proceeds help support the church’s community garden and food pantry. Donations are welcome. To reserve a table or for more information, call 209-401-5180.

Prepare for U.S. Citizenship The Liberty Adult Education Department in Brentwood holds two sessions to help you prepare for your test: Saturdays, July 31-Sept. 11 and Oct. 16-Nov. 20. Classes run from 9 a.m.noon; the fee is $55 per session. To register, call 925-634-2565.

Delta Valley Wolfpack Football and Cheer Registration for Delta Valley Wolfpack’s no-cut, no-tryout cheer and tackle football teams is held Saturdays from noon-3 p.m. at Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 3612 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For more information, call 925-754-8668 or email deltavalleywolfpack@yahoo.com.

Titans Basketball Tryouts The Titans Basketball Club is conducting signups and tryouts for its 12-13U competitive basketball program. For more information, call Coach Mike at 925-321-2957 or e-mail coachmikek@gmail.com.

Basics of Selling on eBay Learn how to sell on eBay the right way and make extra money at the Liberty Adult Education building in Brentwood on Mondays, Aug. 2 and 9 from 7-9 p.m. The cost is $25. For more information and to register, call 925-634-2565.

Wolverine Tennis Camp Let a certified coach teach you how to play your best tennis ever. The last session is held at the Deer Valley High School tennis courts Aug. 2-13. The cost is $125 for the two-week session. Fees benefit the DVHS tennis teams. For more information, e-mail brian-richardson@ sbcglobal.net.

‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ Stage Right Conservatory Theatre holds auditions for actors 12-18 for the performance of “Arsenic and Old Lace” on Aug. 2-3 at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center in Antioch. To receive your audition time, you must register online at www.srctgrp.org.

Brentwood Blood Drive The Cultural Center, 2350 Jeffery Way in Brentwood, hosts a blood drive Friday, Aug. 6 from 1:30-7:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org

Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program Agape Bible Fellowship of Antioch hosts a free workshop Saturday, Aug. 7 at 11 a.m. The HPRP program helps people facing economic struggles beyond their means – struggles that make maintaining housing difficult and obtaining housing even more difficult. For more information, call 925-827-5135 or 925-709-4424.

2010 Fall-Ball Sign-ups East County Little League holds sign-ups for Fall Ball youth baseball and softball Saturday, Aug. 7 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Wednesday, Aug. 11 from 5:30-8 p.m at Oakley School, 501 Norcross Lane. For more information and registration forms, visit www.eastcountyll.org or e-mail info@eastcountyll.org.

Golf Challenge The Discovery Bay Lions Club hosts its annual Golf Challenge Monday, Aug. 9 at 11 a.m., followed by an awards dinner. The cost is $175 per golfer. The Lions are also seeking sponsors. All proceeds benefit the Discovery Bay Lions

Club, local schools and charities. For more information, call 925-963-0389.

Vacation Bible School Agape Bible Fellowship of Antioch invites children K-12 to follow Jesus in Bible studies in the Gospel of John on Tuesday, Aug. 10Friday, Aug. 13 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call 925-709-4424.

Oakley Blood Drive Laurel Ridge Community Church, 2459 Laurel Road in Oakley, hosts a blood drive Thursday, Aug. 12 from 1:30-7:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or visit www. redcrossblood.org.

On the Horizon Book Sale Browse through the Antioch Library’s selection of thousands of gently used books, videos and audio books for $1 or less. The sale takes place at the Antioch Library on Friday, Aug. 6 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 7 from noon-5 p.m. For more information, call 925-757-9224.

Under the Big Top Holy Rosary Theatre Group, 1313 A St. in Antioch, presents Under the Big Top, an evening of one-acts starring Pinocchio, on Aug. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7 p.m.; Aug. 8 and 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults; $3 for kids and seniors. For more information, call 925-757-9515 or visit www.holyrosarytheatregroup.org.

Run & Gun Golf Tournament Join the Freedom Run & Gun Golf Tournament, a four-player scramble, on Saturday, Aug. 7 at 1 p.m. at the Brentwood Golf Club. The entry fee is $100. All proceeds benefit freshman sports in the Liberty Union High School District. For more information, call Kevin Hartwig at 925-625-5900, ext. 3892 or e-mail hartwigk@ libertyuhsd.k12.ca.us.

Bowling Record Challenge Harvest Park Bowl in Brentwood invites you to break the world record Saturday, Aug. 7 from noon to 6 p.m. Your first game is free; a special rate of $1 per game and $1 shoe rental is sure to help you win. For more information, call 925-516-1221.

Free Summer Concert Series Waldie Plaza in Antioch is the venue for a free concert featuring Special Request on Saturday, Aug. 7 from 6-8 p.m. Seating will not be provided, so please bring your own blankets and chairs. Smoking and alcohol are not permitted. For more information, visit www.art4antioch.org.

Rachel’s Challenge Rachel Scott, the first person killed in the Columbine High School tragedy, left behind a legacy and challenge: treat others with kindness and compassion and you can change the world. Hear Rachel’s story of courage and hope at Bristow Middle School in Brentwood on Wednesday, Aug. 11 from 7-8 p.m.

Open Mic Open Mic is held Thursday, Aug. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Flores’, 524 First St. in Brentwood. All short pieces are welcome, as long as they’re neither insulting nor abusive. For more information on this free event, call 925-6346655 or e-mail shortkati@yahoo.com.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group The group meets the second Thursday of the month at Neighborhood Church in Brentwood at 7 p.m. The Aug. 12 meeting focuses on “Caregivers” from HBO’s “The Alzheimer’s Project,” followed by a facilitated discussion. For more information, call 925-513-7710.

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