Eleven years ago, Tony Gemignani and his brother Frank closed the popular Pyzano’s Pizzeria on East Castro Valley Boulevard.
But now Tony is back and opening a Slice House location at the Marketplace early next year.
Castro Valley’s Light Parade is returning to Castro Valley Boulevard on Saturday, Nov. 11, sponsored by the Castro Valley and Eden Area Chamber of Commerce. Honoring our veterans is this year’s theme.
The boulevard will be lined with booths from Lake Chabot Road to Redwood Road, with lots of food, bands, and a kids’ area by Club Anywhere starting at 3 p.m. The parade will start at 5:30, as it’s starting to get dark.
“There are only two rules for entries,” said Mel Speed, who’s been helping organize the event for years for the Chamber. “You have to light up, and you can’t have any Santas on board.”
That’s because Santa, just one of him, is at the end of the parade, joined by reindeer on his sleigh. After the parade, people are welcome to get on the foat and take pictures with him.
The popular franchise serves 20-inch pizzas, signature slices (Sicilian, Grandma, and Detroit styles), salads, and pasta with wine and beer on tap available. The restaurant will occupy the northeast corner of the frst foor, previously the Cannery Kitchen & Tap site. The pizzeria will offer indoor and outdoor dining options, delivery, and catering.
“It’s great to come back to Castro Valley,” Gemignani told the Forum. “I was at the Marketplace for about an hour checking on the kitchen design, and it felt really good. Several people came up and said hello, and one guy shouted out, ‘Hey Pyzano’s! How are you doing?’”
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Yielding to a pedestrian crossing in a crosswalk is the law, a lesson more than 50 people learned the hard way during a California Highway Patrol safety enforcement as part of National Pedestrian Safety Month.
On the morning of September 21, CHP Hayward conducted a Pedestrian Safety check at a crosswalk on Redwood Road near Modesto Street in Castro Valley. People working with
the CHP, including a woman wearing a bright orange top, casually attempted to cross the four-lane road. Within four hours, the enforcement team issued more than 50 tickets to motorists who failed to let pedestrians pass.
On October 31 (Halloween), the Hayward Area CHP offce will have additional offcers working throughout the unincorporated communities to focus on pedestrian safety, according to CHP Offcer Jen Pabst.
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By Kevin Koo SPECIAL TO THE FORUM
In my last article, I attempted to plant the idea that regardless of your age or situation, you have the ability to change. The reason for that it’s true. Today, I’m talking to you about how you can actually get yourself to change ut frst, want to share some interesting research I learned recently. There was an experiment done with people learning the piano. They focused on teaching something simple, like scales and chords. They
had a control group that was taught but did not practice at all. One experimental group practiced on real pianos, and a second experimental group only did a mental rehearsal. That means they never actually touched a keyboard but imagined it in their minds. Interestingly, when they did brain scans, the two experimental groups looked the same! That means there wasn’t any difference in the brain between the ones who did the physical practice and those who did the mental rehearsal. The brain made the same neural connections! There was another experiment but with bicep curls. One control group did not do the exercise. A second experimental group did bicep curls, and another group mentally rehearsed bicep curls. So, rather than actually doing the bicep curls, they imagined doing it with full intensity and emotion as though they actually were doing it. The people who did the mental rehearsal had a 13.9% increase in muscle strength without doing a single rep!
Here’s the thing with mental rehearsal. You need to be able to see what you’re going to do, and you also need to feel what you’re doing. Do you know how you pump yourself up at the gym to get one more rep in? You need to do that. The emotional part is what makes it real to the brain. Once it becomes real in the brain, it becomes real for the body.
So, what do you want for yourself? What is that thing you’ve been wanting to achieve or attain? Can you see what it will be like to have it? Can you clearly feel what you would feel if you already had it?
I’d like you to take some time for yourself between this article and the next one that comes out in two weeks to think about those questions. If needed, write it out. Pretend it’s a journal or diary entry, and you’re writing out your dreams. If you can, take the time to visualize it and see it all. Then, sit with it long enough to feel it. Let it come alive for you! Involve all your senses if you can. That helps with the emotional part.
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After you’ve done that and feel good about it, let me know what you wrote. I’d love to hear about your dreams about your health, wealth, or relationships. If you’d like some support with this exercise, you know where to fnd e
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Rossi Pediatric Therapy Services, which has been serving Castro Valley since 2021, has e panded its offce and is now offering Infant CPR and First Aid classes, music therapy, and breastfeeding/lactation classes. They hope to add a wide variety of parenting classes, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. The staff also provides speech and language screenings for preschools.
“I want to serve this community and young parents,” says speech therapist Courtney Rossi, who is herself the mother of two young children. “I want to build a place where families can feel loved and supported by offering different types of support and educational opportunities.”
Rossi Pediatric Therapy Services focuses on children from birth through 18 years of age. Rossi says her mission is to align therapy with each family’s goals and values.
“By focusing on what is important and meaningful to the family, we can support each child in making functional gains in their communication skills,” she adds.
Having recently relocated into a larger 1,200-square-foot offce, ossi saw an opportunity to add group activities and classes, including group speech therapy classes, to help kids with their social interaction.
Specialists from several different disciplines also come
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Possessing, Concealing an Illegal Knife
Sunday, October 8: at 10:32 p.m., Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 52-year-old man with no permanent residence on suspicion of possessing and concealing an illegal knife with a blade over 4 inches. The man was hanging outside a gas station on Lake Chabot Road near Castro Valley Boulevard when deputies stopped him for questioning and discovered the knife. The man was taken into custody.
Violated Court-Issued Restraining Order
Woman Caught with Methamphetamines
Sunday, October 8: at 11:13 a.m., a 36-year-old woman with no permanent residence was arrested for possessing methamphetamine drugs and related drug paraphernalia. Deputies stopped the woman for questioning in the grocery store’s parking lot on Redwood Road near Castro Valley Boulevard when they discovered her stash. The woman was taken into custody.
Traffc Stop Ends in Warrant Arrest
Wanted Woman
Saturday, October 7: at 2:30 p.m., a 52-year-old woman from Castro Valley was arrested as part of a warrant issued for her capture. The woman was previously convicted of vandalism and resisting arrest. Deputies made the positive ID on the woman when they stopped her for questioning outside a business on Castro Valley Boulevard near San Miguel Avenue. The woman was taken to Santa Rita Jail.
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to teach classes. A music therapy class for infants up to three months old is scheduled for Oct. 18, and an Infant CPR/ First Aid class will be held on Oct. 15. Parental education topics such as breastfeeding and sleep schedules are planned.
“I have a large enough space now that we can host different disciplines, which is how I can bring in like-minded people to provide pre- and post-natal support,” says Rossi.
Courtney Rossi has a master’s of science degree with a Certifcate of Clinical Co pe-
tence in Speech and Language Pathology. She received her undergrad degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from Sacramento State University. She earned her graduate degree in Communication Disorders from Appalachian State University. She’s been in this feld for seven years, woring in both private practice and schools. Her services include evaluation and therapies for speech sound disorders, speech and language delays, and other language disorders.
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Sunday, October 8: at 8:21 p.m., a 42-year-old man with no permanent residence was arrested for violating a court-issued restraining order. Deputies stopped the man for questioning behind a vacant business on Castro Valley Boulevard near Santa Maria Avenue. The man had been ordered to stay at least 100 yards from the building but was camped out behind it when deputies arrived. The man was taken into custody.
Public Intoxication
Sunday, October 8: at 10:21 a.m., deputies arrested a 37-year-old man from Castro Valley on suspicion of public intoxication. When deputies arrived, the man was sitting on a curb outside a business on Castro Valley Boulevard near Santa Maria Avenue. The man smelled of alcohol and failed his feld so riety test eputies took him to a sobering center.
Saturday, October 7: at 7:25 a.m., deputies pulled over and arrested a 37-year-old man as part of a warrant issued for his capture. When deputies made a positive ID, the man was traveling on Castro Valley Boulevard near San Miguel Avenue. The man had been previously convicted of car theft. Deputies also found illegal drug paraphernalia in the man’s pockets. He was taken to Santa Rita Jail.
Guns Fired in Domestic Dispute Friday, October 6: at 5:28 p.m., a call a out shots fred outside a gas station and an aggressive-sounding argument on Stanton Avenue near Castro Valley sent deputies to the scene. There, they arrested a 38-year-old man on suspicion of assault on a family member, resisting arrest, fring a frear into the air, and rec less frearm use. The man was taken into custody. The victim was treated at the scene.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a beautiful dance performance and free books at the Library on Tuesday, October 17 at 6 pm.
Ensamble Folclórico Colibrí is dance group with a mission to promote the pride of identifying as LGBTQ+ Latinx through the art of Mexican folklórico dance. Before and after their performance there will be a giveaway of free books in Spanish and English for all ages that celebrate the diversity of the Latinx community. No advance registration is required for this free event. The Castro Valley Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley. For more information, please call 510667-7900 or visit their website: aclibrary.org/locations/csv/
Friday, October 13: The Builders and the Butchers @ Heriloom East Bay
Get ready for a remarkable night of music set against the backdrop of a unique and intimate working farm featuring the talents of indie/Americana band: The Builders and the Butchers and local acts: Poser, and MJ Shaw. It’s an evening you won’t want to miss! $18 in advance, $20 at the gate. Gate opens at 7pm. Heirloom East Bay (9990 Crow Canyon Rd, CV). Tickets available at: smalltownsocietylive.tick-
Chanticleers Theatre wraps up its 2023 season with a classic, and the longest running musical in American history. The Fantasticks is an allegorical story that focuses on two young lovers, their meddling fathers, and the journey we all must take through life. With music by Harvey Schmidt and book and lyrics by Tom Jones, this romantic fable has been delighting audiences since its off-Broadway premiere in 1960.
Saturday, October 14
Storytime with CV Author Sheila Hackbarth
Stop by the Castro Valley Library this Saturday, October 14 at 10am for a special storytime with Castro Valley author Sheila Hackbarth. Enjoy this whimsical reading with music, breakfast bites, and beverages. No registration is required. An ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter or closed captioning can be provided for this program if requested at least seven business days in advance. For assistance, please contact the library at: 510-667-7900 or email: accessibility@aclibrary.org
Saturday, October 14
Succulent Containers at CV Library
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Friday, October 20 to Sunday, October 22: Smalltown’s Artists Retreat Immerse yourself in a nature flled wee end, designed for artists and creators ali e eneft fro a range of activities: insightful seminars, hands-on workshops, a hands on recording studio, and unique performance opportunities. All meals are included. Lodging options determine
the price, ensuring fe i ility for all budgets. Can’t stay the weekend? We’ve got you covered with a special day-pass for Saturday, 10/21. Secure your spot by inquiring at info@ smalltownsociety.com.
Saturday, October 28: No Name hosts the alloween eneft how for Smalltown Society @ The Golden Bull Come support the work of Smalltown Society as we host our frst fundraiser on a night you won’t soon forget. Four local bands covering the music of other bands: Courtney Jean as Shania Twain, Sharkpunch as the Wiggles, MJ Shaw as Lady Gaga and the Wicked Pricks as The Clash. Hosted by No Name himself. Sat 10/28 7pm at the Golden Bull Bar 412 14th St, Oakland, CA 94612; $10 cash at the door; 21+; Costumes Encouraged!
Stuart Bousel is thrilled to be returning to the Director’s chair after the pandemic cut short his previous directing role on Never The Sinner at San Francisco’s Exit Theatre. He considers The Fantasticks to be “one of the great American musicals of the 20th Century. It’s a deep and lyrical examination of the big ideas - love, youth, time, loss, innocence, change, memory, and death. It’s a show about what it means to be human. Everyone should see it.”
Many will recognize the show’s most famous song, “Try to Remember”, which became an international hit in 1975 when it was covered by Gladys night the Pips t has een recorded by hundreds of other artists over the years, including Ed Ames, Harry Belafonte, Barbra Streisand and Placido Domingo. Other notable songs include “Soon It’s Gonna Rain” and “They Were You”.
When asked about the record-breaking run that the show has had, with over 21,000 performances, lyricist Tom Jones remarked, “My mind doesn’t grasp it, in a way. It’s like life itself - you get used to it and you don’t notice how extraordinary it is. I’m grateful for it and I’m astonished by it.” Jones passed away in August of this year. Schmidt passed in 2018.
Working with Compost Gal Lori Caldwell, participants will learn about caring for succulents indoors and out, propagating succulents and other plants, then use cuttings to design their own terrariums this Saturday, October 14 at 2pm at the Castro Valley Library. Please feel free to bring cuttings from home to share. Bring your own small container or use one of ours. The Library is located at 3600 Norbridge Ave. For more, call the library at 510-667-7900, or visit: aclibrary.org/location/castro-valley-events/.
Saturday, October 14
“Shout Out for Pen Women!”
“Shout Out for Pen Women!” is the theme of the Pen Women reception this Saturday, October 14, 4-6:15pm where 10 artists are exhibiting their paintings in the Lobby of the Castro Valley Center for the Arts, 19501 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley. Refreshments/Free. Meet the artists! At 7:30pm, Uptown Funk, a Tribute to Bruno Mars will be Presented in the Castro Valley Center for the Arts Theater.
Saturday, October 14
Uptown Funk at Center for the Arts
Uptown Funk, the Tribute to Bruno Mars, comes to the Castro Valley Center for the Arts this Saturday, October 14 at 7:30 pm. sponsored by the Castro Valley Arts Foundation. This international touring group is the original Bruno Mars tribute band. The Castro Valley Center for the Arts is located at 19501 Redwood Road. Parking is free. For tickets and more information, visit: cvartsfoundation.org
Sunday, October 15
Vintage Hat Show at Castro Valley Library ocal hat afcionado onnie uhl e igio will wal you down fashion’s memory lane during a vintage hat show this Sunday, October 15 at 2 pm at the Library. She’ll share historical facts and anecdotes about hats from her stunning collection from 1900 to 1970. Models will be chosen from the audience to walk the runway. Come for fun and be inspired to reintroduce hats to your wardrobe! No advance registration is required for this free event.
Thursday, October 19
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Join Chanticleers Theatre as they present this whimsical musical on Sunday, October 29 at 2 pm as a tribute to its creators, Jones and Schmidt.
Tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for seniors and students. Patrons can make purchases at chanticleers.org or call 510-SEE-LIVE (510-7335483).
nown as Castro alley s Little Theatre in the Park”, Chanticleers is located in the CV Community Park right across from the Veterans Memorial next to the children’s waterpark and playground.
Job Fair at Castro Valley Library
The Castro Valley Library and Rubicon Programs will hold a Job Fair at the library (3600 Norbridge Ave. in Castro Valley) on Thursday, October 19 from 10 am to 12 noon. Come learn about and meet with many different e ployers and fnd the o of your drea s
Saturday, October 21
Marc Yaffe at The Comedy Den
Marc Yaffe headlines at The Comedy Den on Saturday, October 21 at 7pm. He is the co-host of Showtime’s ‘Goin’ Native’. Marc was voted Best of Fest in the 2022 Burbank Comedy Festival, and was named one of the 25 Indigenous Comedians to watch by IllumiNatives Magazine. Tickets are available at: www.thecomedydencv.com
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Some top-notch musicians are young, but not usually this young. Jay Rhodes (at left) and Abel Quiroga are both 9 and fourth graders at Hayward Collegiate. They played last year’s ight esti al as ell as at the Alameda Co nty air.
You may have seen the young duo Abel Quiroga and Jay Rhodes rocking out to the sounds of Jimi Hendrix and Twisted Sister at the Fall Festival or Alameda County Fair. Fleet Street has played at all the recent Light Parades and throughout the area.
Corinne Kelly said Fleet Street will likely play before and after the parade. Other entertainment schedule details are still being worked out.
Dayna Speed, the Chamber’s event coordinator, said there are already 25 parade entries lined up, with a month to go before the event, but there is plenty of room for more.
“You can roll, or you
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can walk, and families are welcome to enter as well as businesses,” she said. You can enter by going to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080848ACA92AA2FB6-castro#/, by calling the Chamber at (510) 537-5300 or by emailing info@ castrovalleychamber.com
You can also arrange a booth or become a sponsor by contacting Chamber Executive Director Gary Slate at gary@ castrovalleychamber com.
Slate said he’s looking forward to the event, coming off a strong year for the Chamber as the pandemic recovery continues. Membership of local
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You can get more information about the Light Parade at Edenareachamber.com/cvlightparade2023
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By Carl Medford, CRS Special to the Forum
As uyers struggle ore and more with each passing day to land a home, one quick glance at current interest rates reveals everything you need to know a out the current ess att Carter, in an article on Inman News, 10/04/23, states, “The Opti al lue ortgage arket Indices, which track daily rate lock data, show rates on year f ed rate confor ing loans hitting a new 2023 high of 7.59 percent Tuesday — an all ti e high in Opti al lue records dating to 2017. At 7.95 percent, rates on u o ortgages that e ceed annie ae and reddie ac s loan li its looked poised to push through the percent ench ar , as paper losses ount at an s that fund ost u o lending and Treasury yields rise.”
The continuing rate hikes have everyone confused. To understand why, there are a few important things to re e er
Since many homeowners loc ed in rates elow , the higher rates go, the less likely they are to sell. Even with high rates, there are a signifcant nu er of uyers loo ing to uy a ho e
As rates increase and sellers sit tight, inventory has een declining, creating a classic supply and demand situation: with less inventory and a decent supply of uyers, we are seeing multiple offers on a signifcant nu er of properties which is in turn pushing prices higher. As prices get pushed higher, the cost-of-living index rises, which in turn signals to the Feds that they should increase rates even more.
n other words, the ed, y continuing to raise rates, is making the situation worse, not etter
The continued rate hikes are causing extreme concern amongst economists and outright dis elief and anger in the housing sector. As an example, NAR’s (National Association of Realtors) Chief Economist Lawrence Yun has expressed his frustration and concern with Fed policy makers over their stated intent to have at least one more rate increase this year.
While on paper it might make sense to increase rates, in reality, it is completely ruining the real estate market. Sellers who might want to sell and relocate for any nu er of reasons are eing effectively locked into their homes for the
foreseea le future uyers, on the other hand, are eing faced with al ost insur ounta le odds in trying to uy a ho e Unless something changes soon, the inevita le could e a complete housing market collapse – something no one wants to go through again.
Carl Medford is a licensed ealtor with Keller illiams ealty and a licensed general contractor. This article is sponsored by the Central County arketing ssociation.
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The cherry tree starts to go dormant naturally in the
early fall. Water stress increases the leaf drop, forcing an earlier-than-normal dormancy. With mild temperatures, shorter days, and moisture, the tree awakens from dormancy and fowers and egins a new growth cycle. However, all of this is short-lived. The tree will return to dormancy with cooler days and nights, stopping the growth. The tree drops any of the new leaves and the rest of the older leaves. There is no permanent damage done to the tree. Next spring, it will awaken again. Fruit trees should not e carried over into a second growing season in the same
container. So, I’d plant it in the ground or a larger container y the end of e ruary here isn t enough room for all their roots.
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Mortgage rates maintained their upward trajectory as the 10-year Treasury yield, a key benchmark, climbed. Several factors, including shifts in inflation, the job market and uncertainty around the Federal Reserve’s next move, are contributing to the highest mortgage rates in a generation. Unsurprisingly, this is pulling back homebuyer demand.
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Did you see this woman crossing Redwood Road near Modesto Street last month? CHP says 50 drivers did not yield to this pedestrian and got a ticket.
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“The Hayward Area CHP offce is co itted to ensuring pedestrian safety and preventing another tragedy li e we had in with ana Carlos, CHP Hayward Captain aneier said e ai to reduce pedestrian related crashes through ongoing enforce ent and educational ca paigns Carlos, , was wal ing with the signal in the crosswal with her sister when a ord turned left fro anter oad onto Crow Canyon oad and hit and illed ana he incident set off a wave of easures to help protect pedestrians in the area n , a series of pedestrian accidents on Castro alley oulevard pro pted the CHP to conduct si ilar crac -
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3. Slow down and be prepared to stop when turning or otherwise entering a crosswalk.
4. Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and stop well back from the crosswalk to give other vehicles an opportunity to see the crossing pedestrians so they can stop too.
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continued from front page After high school, e ignani ade a na e for hi self y spinning pie dough at Py ano s, for which he has several uinness oo of orld ecords awards His real ipact, however, has een what he calls respect the craft of pi a a ing e ignani has world titles in pi a a ing, has opened different restaurants, including his apoletana site in an rancisco s ittle taly, and sells his signature slices at Oracle Par , evi tadiu , Allegiant tadiu , and the newly opened phere in as egas n addition to the lice House locations in alnut Cree , el ont, and an eandro, he has plans for
ore lice House locations, including Castro alley, i i alley, olso , and ountain iew Castro alley s lice House will have a si ilar loo and feel to our site in alnut Cree , e ignani said used to live on edwood oad, and what li e a out the aughtry uilding is that it is so centrali ed new the location was i portant if were a part of co ing ac to Castro alley e ignani will e spending ore ti e in town as he personally designs each itchen for his restaurants He will also e there for training and plans to e at the ri on cutting e re targeting opening
early ne t year ecause the itchen needs to e e panded slightly, and there are so e odifcations to that want to do, he said
A ong his non restaurant pro ects, e ignani said he is currently colla orating with other chefs on a pi a coooo , co plete with recipes His oo , he Pi a i le, is still a est seller As for ta ing advantage of the ar etplace space, eignani said he would e open to large events and teaching pi a a ing, which, as the frst certifed aster nstructor and founder of the nternational chool of Pi a, could put Castro alley ac on the pi a ap
In the 10/4/2023 CV Forum Ms. Stanek-Rykoff reported on the construction of new sidewalks on Anita Ave. She reported that the success of the sidewalk improvement was accomplished by “community members assisting in the grant-writing efforts” This proves that efforts of CV citizens can produce results in the face of negligent attention by Alameda County Public Works. Carrying that result further, I would propose that our (Castro Valley) Alameda County Supervisor be a Castro Valley resident. Who else would give strong attention and representation to the needs of Castro Valley? Beware of carpetbaggers. Domain extension names are usually an indication of the purpose of the organization selecting that extension. The .edu is an extension for educational institutions, .gov signifes a govern ent organi ation, while co signifes a co ercial business. The .org is granted to those organizations with non-profit service goals. So it is rather interesting that the champions of duping Castro Valley voters into voting to make Castro Valley a city have chosen to present themselves as “CastroValleyCity.com”. Why did we not see this mystery group as CastroValleyCity.org? Is this group working as a “business” to force city-hood onto Castro Valley residents? Ah yes, I love the smell of stuffed ballot boxes in the morning!
–Conrad Wilgus, Castro Valley
Although my mom lives in CV, I don’t but I go see her daily. Neighbors have been complaining about increased highschoolers use of weed during breaks and so far - despite calling the sheriff s offce nothing happens. Is the CVHS principal aware of this, the teachers, local politicians, the school district, their parents? If you need to be 21 to buy at a dispensary, where are these kids getting their hands on weed and how? Does anybody care?
–Ines Simone, San Leandro
As commonly noted in the news - San Francisco has become a troubled city. The ‘city of love” has lost that “loving feeling.” There is dismay about what has happened. Politicians and pundits propose and pontifcate resolutions for recovery
A Great Horned Owl rescued by the California Highway Patrol last week is now in the care of the Lindsay Wildlife Experience. On Tuesday, October 3, drivers along Eastbound I-580 in Castro Valley called about an o l in the center di ider. ffcer Edward McGurn located the “cute owl,” put it in the patrol car, and took it to the nearby woods. ffcers ret rned to the area the next night to check on the owl and ens re he as thri ing. ffcer . Josslin located the owl in the same place and was concerned about the o l’s health. The offcer contacted and transported the owl to the Oakland Zoo for evaluation, where it was determined the owl was suffering from dehydration. The owl was then transferred to the Lindsey Wildlife Experience in Walnut Creek.
Thus far, few have produced results. Yet, hope does spring eternal. Cities evolve, moving up and down according to periods of time and circumstances. They mutate, appearing to dance to a song with no title. They remain where they are, however, because place cannot move elsewhere. What often contributes to these happenings are obscure, yet foster trends that grow in impact. Chance and emulation play roles.
A half century ago there were somewhat similar concerns about the decline of San Francisco. It was at a crucible stage in its evolution. A pilgrimage had occurred from around the country in search of meaning. It birthed a street culture as well as a drug culture. They became politically active and tipped the direction of city politics and economics. To counteract these trends, city leaders, like Mayor Joe Alioto, advocated building up and wide in downtown San Francisco. With these dual directions a tale of two cities began. That duality produced a détente, which became a governing orthodoxy for the city. With that, it became a fabled “trouble city.” Things, however, eventually turn in other directions.
In my prior column on this subject, I suggested looking to the past and the traditions that provided the foundations for San Francisco. In looking for germinations of hope – one may be emerging. Something small and isolated can commence a trend. It can set new motions in play. With that, new emotions can emerge. What birthed new hope within my concerns?
It is something from the past. It is a place of tradition. It is a place of agnifcence t is a symbol of life in San Francisco. It is perhaps San Francisco’s most famed restaurant. Its location is one of the city’s most
picturesque. It is the Cliff House. Hard times and the pandemic forced its closure. After a remodeling takes place, it will reopen for business. For myriads of people, it is a place rich with memories. For those sensitive to meaning, it has a spiritual sense to its presence. The past and present date there for the birthing of new memories and the remembering of old ones. My family went there often when I was young. At the time, Playland was still a neighboring attraction. My parents could leave my brother and myself to play in the Fun House. It was safe then to leave kids alone in a public place. They would later return to pick us up and take us to the Cliff House to eat. To my brother and me, it was a place of elegance. It was also a place of agnifcence eals would sing loudly on nearby rocks in the ocean. The waves weaved before our very eyes. They were a moving concert to view and hear. As referenced, hope does spring eternal. When the Cliff House reopens, it may be the beginning of spring again in San Francisco. Maybe the past is returning to help the present in an rancisco to fnd a new future for itself.
Castro Valley Elementary student Trevor Gidare, age 10, caught this 8lb silver salmon last month while in Ketchikan, Alaska along with his grandfather, Ed Tavares. Congratulations on your Great Catches Tre or and d ’ a e a Great Catch’ yo ’d li e to share lease Send photo and information to flesforfor m gmail.com
By Lowell Hickey SPECIAL TO THE FORUM
Professional ase all players, college all stars, cha pionship coaches, an award winning sportscaster, an honored thorough red trainer, an Oa land A s legend, and even a world cha pion pi a thrower a e up the Castro alley ports Hall of a e s Class of he newly elected Hall of Fame members are television sportscaster rodie ra il, Castro alley High s long ti e e uip ent anager arren avis, world cha pion pi a thrower ony e ignani, thorough red trainer o ert Hess, Jr , trac star ennedy Jones, professional soccer player Jenny aPonte, late as et all coach Ji e on, soccer standout Allison ill, wrestler u er cott, volley all star elli ousa, athlete and coach ill avis, Oa land A s Hall of a er teve ucinich and professional ase all pitchers A J anegas and Ale illia s hose individuals oin the Castro alley High girls volley all and oys wrestling tea s to co plete the diverse Class of hey will e honored at an induction cere ony and an uet at edwood Canyon olf Course on unday, April , he Castro alley ports oundation started the ports Hall of a e in and has elected new e ers every two years since then, e cept in , when the CO pande ic forced a cancelation Pla ues honoring each Hall of a e class are displayed at the ce Crea ery on the oulevard A series of articles on each of the new Hall of a e inductees will egin running in the oru in ece er icet infor ation for the April induction cere ony will e forthco ing
Our Athletes of the Week are the CVHS Varsity Girls Volleyball Team. The Trojans fnished up the frst half of the league ACC oothill ivision and are the only undefeated tea left with a league record of he tea eat ishop O owd on epte er in a set sweep for the frst arsity irls olley all win over the ragons since he ro ans overall record is , with so e other nota le wins over er eley, u lin, and Carondelet he tea s senior night is ednesday, Octo er , at P against ishop O owd and the coaches would love to have everyone in the
co unity co e out to support the and our graduating players hey re coached y two alu ni of the school and volley all progra aggie el rande, who graduated in , and part ti e assistant, eghan utcliffe, who played on the and C cha ps tea s Photographed are ac row ela chirado, ofe Orti , asha ar ina, essa ith, Ca ille Cadwallader, Avery land, Olivia Chauvin iddle row addie ew, auren Au, Courtney ei i, ayla ou ra, Ava Hinrichsen otto row ate iera, auren ei i, ate Hinrichsen
Matt Wilhite Team is proud to sponsor Athlete of the Week CVHS Girls Volleyball
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