Volume 12
Issue 37
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September 22, 2010
Delta Farmers Market Opening
Pumpkin Patch Festival returns to the Western Railway Museum
The Delta Farmers Market will celebrate its Grand Opening on Friday, October 1. The 10am ribbon cutting ceremony will feature California Secretary of Agriculture, AG Kawamura, the Discover the Delta Foundation Board of Directors and Foundation President Ken Scheidegger, Supervisor Don Nottoli and other local elected officials and dignitaries. The Delta Farmers Market “will begin the process of bringing recognition to the California Delta and teaching people about the importance of agriculture to this region� said Ken Schidegger. “It will also serve as a gateway to the California Delta and its one-of-akind people, places, recreation and natural resources.� The Delta Farmer’s Market is owned and operated by the Discover the Delta Foundation, a nonprofit organization
dedicated to teaching people about the importance of the California Delta. The market is the first phase of a larger Delta Discovery Center project which will be located on the same site and 100% of the profits from the Delta Farmer’s Market will be used to support the Discover the Delta Foundation’s educational mission and the broader Delta community. The Delta Farmers Market will highlight the seasonal goodness of fresh produce and products grown or made in the area, providing peak flavor, value, freshness and fun. We have created a unique shopping venue in a relaxed, outdoor marketplace,� said Trudy Meeker, manager of the Delta Farmers Market. “We are eager to make it an experience that will become part of a weekly
routine for many and showcase the best the Delta has to offer.� The market will open following the ceremony, followed by a weekend of exciting activities and entertainment for kids of all ages. There will be live music on Friday and Saturday, a bounce house for the kids and free gifts to the first 500 people on Saturday morning. The Farmers Market is located at the intersection of Highways 12 and 160, in the heart of the California Delta. There is plenty of free parking as well as picnic facilities and restrooms. For more information go to the market’s website at www.deltafarmersmarket.com. Any vendors interested in participating in the Farmers Market should contact Trudy Meeker at (209) 365-3400 or email her at trudy@deltafarmersmarket.com.
Get your Halloween Jacko-Lantern and spend a great day in the country. Each Saturday and Sunday from October 9 - 24, the Western Railway Museum will run special “Pumpkin Patch Trains� from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Now in its 13th year, the annual event has become a highlight of the fall and for many, a family tradition. This old time harvest festival includes rides on life-sized electric trains, a hay bale fort, hay rides, live music, games, homemade baked goods, views of Mt. Diablo, and of course, pumpkins for sale - just in time for Halloween. Gather the family and begin at the Western Railway Museum. The first electric express train leaves at 10:00 AM with departures every halfhour until 4pm. The trip back in time takes visitors
on a scenic five-mile ride to Gum Grove Station, a wooded glen far from the trappings of modern life. In this safe and tranquil setting, volunteers from the Fairfield-Suisun, Twilight, and Cordelia Rotary Clubs create an old-time Pumpkin Patch. Free live music will be provided by two beloved local groups: the Limber Jim Bartz Band playing October 9, 17, and 23, and the Hipwaders playing on October 10, 16, and 24. Limber Jim and his band play “old-timey� music. Described as hip music for kids and adults, The Hipwaders were 2005 Best New Artist nominees on XMKids satellite radio. Admission is $12 for adults, $11 for seniors (65 and up), and $9 for children (ages 2 -14). Prices include admission to the Museum, unlimited train
rides, use of the Museum’s spacious and shaded picnic grounds, and free parking. Reservations are not accepted. All proceeds benefit the Western Railway Museum (a nonprofit educational institution) and the Fairfield area Rotary Clubs, which provide thousands of dollars to local community and youth activities each year. The Western Railway Museum is located on State Highway 12 in Solano County, 12 miles east of Interstate 80, and halfway between Fairfield and Rio Vista. For more information, visit www.wrm.org or call (707) 374-2978. For more information about the work Rotary does, visit www.rotary.org.
Community Revs Up for 2nd Annual Rio Vista Motorcycle Show Community Revs Up for 2nd Annual Rio Vista Motorcycle Show Sunday, October 10th of Rio Vista Bass Derby & Festival Bring out the bike and show it off at the “family friendly� 2010 Rio Vista Bike Show--one of the final shows of the season. All brands and styles of motorcycles are welcome! This year’s Bike Show, Sunday October 10, 2010 from 10am – 2pm, with registrationbeginning at 8:00am, is one of the many great events at the 63rd Annual Rio Vista Bass Derby & Festival. While nearly 100 bikes were entered in the 2009 bike show—this year’s show is expected to draw a larger crowd.
2010 Bike Show coordinator, Crista Jones-Haynes, has revised the show for 2010 with new bike categories; Custom, Dresser, Sport Bike, Cruiser and Trike. In addition to 1st, 2nd and 3rd awards in each category, awards will also be presented for Best Overall Paint and Best Overall Show. Preregister for the Rio Vista Motorcycle Show and receive a t-shirt “to size� from small to 4X while supplies last. The first 200 to enter their bike will receive a t-shirt and same day registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on October 10th. Entry forms are available at the Rio Vista Chamber, 6 North Front Street, Rio Vista and
on www.bassfestival.org. Please mail completed entry form with a check, $20 per entry, or stop by the Chamber office or fax to 707.374.2424. Credit cards are accepted at the Chamber office. “We took what worked well from last year’s first ever bike show and changed areas that could work better,� said Jones-Haynes. Event sponsor for the 2010 Rio Vista Motorcycle show is Iron Steed Harley of Vacaville. Additional raffle donations are still needed and t-shirt logo sponsorship is available — please contact Crista Jones-Haynes for details.
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Letters to the Editor
Rambling Around Rio THE RIO VISTA POLICE DEPARTMENT has announced their cooperation with the California Highway Patrol in enforcing a zero tolerance policy for cell phone usage while driving a vehicle. Citations will be issued and fines can run as high as $280. THE SOLANO LIBRARY LITERARY TOUR will begin on September 15th. The destination this year is 7 days in Georgia and South Carolina. The tour starts in Atlanta and will feature trips and lectures to locations that were significant in the lives of literary giants. Along the way, tourists will sample the fine cuisine of the regions. For information call: Ruth Begell at (707) 592-9415. THE DELTA DISCOVERY CRUISE will tour the WWII mothball fleet anchored near Benicia on September 18 and September. The four hour cruise is accompanied by an historian features a delicious lunch. Cost is $55.00 per person. The cruise sails between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Call (925) 252-9300 for reservations. Instruction in Art for adults will be offered at Rio Vista High School on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. beginning on September 14. The six week program which will offer two-dimensional works of painting, drawing and mixed media, will be taught by award-winning instructor, Ryan Pace. The cost of the class is $75.00 plus materials. DELTA TEA PARTY PATRIOTS MEETING The Delta Tea Party Patriots will meet on Tuesday, September 21 6:30 Pm at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 610 St. Francis Way, Rio Vista. Rio Vista Chief of Police, William Bowen will be guest speaker. He will be discussing why “NO� on Proposition 19 on the November ballot. For more information: www.deltateapartypatriots.blogspot.com or dtppatriots@gmail.com. If you have any questions please contact me. Jack Silva
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor
John Andou arrived in Rio Vista in 2005 and things changed and not for the best as he stated.
Rio Vista A Place to Preserve! This is one of my campaign issues. Rio Vista is not only a wonderful place to be, but a wonderful place to preserve because of its natural beauty. As I was driving home last evening on Airport Road in view was a mountain range and above a clear sky with a few whispering clouds. The sunset illuminated the few clouds with bright yellow and red hues. As I looked to my left I saw the windmills slowly turning to the pace of the gentle wind. On my right, I was welcomed by the runway lights at the Rio Vista Municipal Airport, the same lights that greet our evening pilots. As I continued my peaceful journey home, I saw a plane gracefully headed towards Travis. What a pleasant evening drive. What do you experience when you travel around the City? Do you marvel at the beauty of the river when you turn on Airport and River Road and see the river and folks fishing from the bank enjoying the peacefulness of the water and
For 20 years the bus ran on a Grant from Rio Vista and the system worked. We had one driver/dispatcher, no outside bus company and no transit coordinator The bus stayed in town one day a week and the rest of the week it went to Lodi, Antioch and Fairfield. Every seat was filled by the elder citizens and the handicapped. The “shopping� bus as it was named filled a need for those of us who needed more than Rio Vista offered. Also many of us had doctors in the above mentioned towns. John eliminated the bus and turned it into a COlnmute bus going to Bart and more than doubled the price. We want our old system back!! Marilyn Ferrario
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and youth. There are so many giving people in Rio Vista. That giving attitude gives us a sense of community and a place where we can rally for the good of others. We have a business community and service groups that give and give. They support the community not only by their donations, but they are part of the revenue source that keeps the City operating. When I left the Rio Vista Chamber Mixer, other groups were leaving, some headed for the Point Restaurant, some for Lucy’s Restaurant, and some for home. I wonder if they took a moment to enjoy the same sense of peace and ease I felt as they journeyed to Main Street or ventured further down Second Street. Hopefully, others will be encouraged to share why they enjoy living in Rio Vista. Connie Boulware Candidate for Rio Vista City Council Working Together for Progress Connie Boulware Candidate for Rio Vista City Council Working Together for Progress
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the thrill of fishing? Often, when I turn onto Main Street and park my car I enjoy time leisurely and safely walking from City Hall to Lira’s or stopping at Able Chevrolet and walking to Raul’s Stripers for breakfast while enjoying the friendliness of the people and ducking into the various shops to browse. By chance, I spotted a group of ladies I know working on a Main Street flower bed. I met others conducting business, stopping for lunch at the Bakery, and enjoying their day. Hanging out in Rio Vista by day can be as pleasant as the evening. Along with the peaceful atmosphere, the people of Rio Vista are the most generous people I know. Their generosity seems to be unlimited and contagious when it comes to helping others. We take care of and provide for our own. We accomplish things by working together for progress. Good examples are the Rio Vista Community Services, which in 2009 provided 4,450 bags of food and the Rio Vista Foundation efforts to complete the City pool for families
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Siobhan Tiulentino origami and jewelry making. Students of the Month represent Rio Vista High school at Soroptimist meeting, reporting on events at the school, and also introducing themselves and their plans to the organization. Siobhan hopes to attend college in California, and is applying to UC Davis and Berkeley, Stanford, and Sonoma State. Her college-major interests are equally varied, and include Biology and Veterinary Medicine as well as Computer Science and Linguistics.
Soroptimist of Rio Vista’s Student of the Month for September is Siobhan Tiulentino, nominated by the Rio Vista High School English/Literacy department. She was born in Suisun, and has an older brother, Zachary, and sister, Janelle. Siobhan has been on the 4.0 Honor roll for four years, the Associated Student Body Vice President for three years, and is the National Honor Society Vice President this year. Her favorite academic subjects are Literature, Art and Spanish, and her hobbies include photography,
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When Tony and Mari Ghiselli started dating 6 years ago they knew two things: They cared about each other and they had nothing in common. She liked to ride bicycles, he didn’t even like to walk. She recycled, he didn’t. He didn’t like to work out, she did. They knew that they needed to find something. One day Mari mentioned getting motorcycles and Tony reluctantly agreed. Tony went out the next day and bought two motorcycles, one for the each of them. Mari had ridden before but Tony had never even sat on a bike. He went to the internet and printed out information on how to ride. When the motorcycles arrived, he got on, took off on the bike and was gone for 3 hours. When he returned
home, he was in love with motorcycles and riding. Through the years, they have enjoyed many days trips throughout California, Gilroy and Napa being two of their favorite places to ride. The Ghiselli’s are Oakley residents and have lived here for about 1 ½ years. They moved here from Castro Valley to get away from the traffic, and to be by the Delta. They knew that they wanted to move from Castro Valley and drove around Tracy and Livermore looking for a new home. They didn’t see a house that they liked. On the way home from Tracy, they decided to check out Oakley. A couple of hours after driving around the town, they bought a home. A few years before moving to Oakley, Tony had
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worked for 15 years in a high stress job and was looking to make a change. He had a friend that worked at a well known motorcycle shop in Dublin and he told Tony to quit his stressful job and come work with him. Tony took the opportunity to work around a hobby that he loved. Tony’s love continued to grow. It was during this time that he started to buy some of the bikes that customers traded in, fix them up and then resale them. Shortly after that and with the support of his wife and daughter, Tony knew he wanted his own shop. In one day he found a place to set up shop in San Leandro at a Storage facility. He decided on the name Rockin Rebel because of hislove for music and his rebellious spirit). He described what he wanted his logo to look like to his daughter Katie and she designed it for him. This was the beginnings of their small business. Everything was going great for the Ghiselli family. A new bike shop, a new home and the love of their family. After a while, Tony started adding up how much his gas bill was to drive from Oakley to San Leandro. His com-
mute was costing over $700.00 a month. It was then that they decided to move their shop closer to home. They found a location behind CentroMart in May 2010. They have put a lot of time and energy into making this shop look terrific. Rockin’ Rebel has full apparel for those who like to ride and for those who don’t, men and women. Some of the brand names that they carry are Rockhouse Roadhouse and Dragonfly. They have a variety of helmets full face and half face, chaps, saddle bags, boots and of course bikes. All of Rockin’ Rebel’s merchandise and bikes are very affordable. They wanted to make riding more affordable for everyone. No one needs to spend their whole lives savings to afford the sport. No bike in the store is over $4999.00. “You can go anywhere and buy a $20,000 motorcycle but I think I’m the only one that I know that sells custom motorcycles for under $4500.00” says Tony. Rockin’ Rebel is opened Tuesday thru Sunday from 12-7. If you need something after hours they will be happy to accommodate you. “We have loved the community of Oakley and all the surrounding city and towns everyone has been very supportive of us, we have built great relationships with our customers and look forward to building more. We have customers from Rio Vista and all the Delta Communities, even as far down as Bakersfield. Thank you to all, says Tony,” The shop is at 3100 Main Street, Oakley and they can be reached at 925679-2453. Their website is www.rockinrebelcustoms.com or they can be reached at rockinrebelcustoms@gmail.com
Canoe Rides Rescheduled The Delta Meadows River Park canoe tours that were scheduled for this fall have been postponed till next spring. The tour location is near the city of Walnut Grove. Currently, there is a shortage of volunteer tour guides to operate the program. The Delta Natural History Association, an affiliate of Brannan Island State Recreation Area, will reimburse candidates’ training costs to become canoe guides. They must be trained by the Red Cross in CPR, First Aid, and basic canoe handling. They must also be Live Scanned and receive on the job training to lead the tours.
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Bridge Over Troubled Waters by: Pastor Ella Ray Toscano
Ella Ray The greatest introduction we can make to anyone is Jesus Christ. It is amazing how many people who call themselves Christians have not allowed themselves to get to know Him. One trait of a true believer is the passion to share who Jesus is with others. Crossing over troubled waters is not advisable without him. John 1:12 gives a simple statement about becoming a child of God. “To all who received him he gave the right to become children of God.” All of it can be summed up in three words…receive, believe, and become. There are two paintings by Holman Hunt of Christ Knocking at the Door. One is at St. Paul’s Cathedral and the other is in the Chapel at Keble College, Oxford. The painting of Christ knocking at the door has the inscription beneath,” Behold I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come in to him and sup with him, and he with me.”(Rev.3:20) To receive Christ the door has to be opened. Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world stands knocking at the door of the heart of every individual. He knocks on the door of the heart of government, education, all social functions and political functions. He stands at the doors that have been closed by lack of faith. . No matter how tight the door is shut the power of the Holy Spirit can enable one to open the door to receive Jesus. When he comes in to our hearts he replaces all unbelief with belief and there is no limit to what we can become. When Hunt’s picture of
Christ at the door is studied there are many little details that are symbolic. The handle to the door is on the inside signifying the fact it has to opened from within. Unless one opens the heart to Jesus there is no receiving, believing or becoming. The door has to be opened from the inside. It is our choice. The left hand side of the picture shows a door that is barred with rusty nails. It is connected to the doorpost by creeping tendrils of ivy, which means the door has not been opened. The picture is painted against a night sky. Christ is the light of the world and in him there is no darkness…but until the door is open there is no light. Crossing a bridge without Christ is the same as driving over the Antioch Bridge at night with no headlights. Nonbelievers have chosen to cross the bridges of life in darkness. Atheists have closed the door to Christ. Atheist author, Christopher Hitchens told a reporter that he was dying. He will not receive or believe in Christ so his heart is closed. He said that he remains an atheist and if he ever has a deathbed conversion that would mean only that the cancer has spread to the brain. This is a chilling statement. The tendrils of the enemy of God are growing. In Holman Hunt’s painting Christ’s feet are pointed down the road. He will not stand at the door forever. He will move on. Hunt wrote some words at the bottom of the canvass. The frame covers them but they are there. The words are Nec me praetermittas, domine (‘Neither pass me by Lord’) Do not let him pass by the door to your heart... receive, believe and become.
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Real Estate Q&A By Sam Richards
Richards Real Estate September 15, 2010 Real Estate Q & A CONTRACT CHAOS Q. I signed page after page to make a purchase offer on a home, and even though my Realtor tried to explain the documents, 25 pages, I’m not understanding everything I signed. I feel kind of lost and hope my Realtor is on top of this. How can I be responsible for what I sign when much of it is legal language? B.Y. Rio Vista A. The California Association of Realtors sponsors an on-line library of over 200 different forms appropriate to real estate. These forms are reviewed by attorneys for content and clarity, and are written to be neutral, causing any favorable slant to be in clear language on a counter offer or addendum, or spelled out in the body of the contract. The language is “plain� and meant to be understandable by the reader. The purchase contract is 8 pages, and all your money is spent on pages 1 and 2, everything else you signed has to do with non-money parts of the transaction. I know the excitement of a new home purchase does not lend itself to contract analysis, and your Realtor is supposed to cover your end of the deal and protect your terms and money by following up on your contract obligations. Often I see people ask
questions on the first few pages, and after a while they just grab the pages and sign. At that “glazed over eyes� point a Realtor really needs to stop and point out areas of the document that might spur discussion. The Realtor then maintains a fiduciary responsibility to confidentiality, and execution of the signed documents as you have instructed. Any changes or alterations then require your signature. You are responsible for what you sign, but your Realtor is a partner in this as well. Q. I’m reviewing my purchase agreement, and wonder if there is “teeth� in in the part where I could lose my deposit (liquidated damages)? K.D. Rio Vista A. The maximum award for damages on a real estate deal caps at 3% of the value of the deal, and usually settles for the amount of the “good faith� deposit. Based on our pricing structure, the home would have to be valued in excess of $250k to exceed small claim court limits. With an attorney involved, the cash award would be severely diminished by fees. For the average deal, you have a small claims court action. Better served would be to go to arbitration to execute the intent of the real estate contract. The seller would
have to show damages or monetary loss, so none of this is cut and dried. Your best avenue is to mediate through the Realtors involved, and try to do it face to face to come to a resolve. Call the experts at 707374-6491 or visit www. richards-realestate.com THE FOOD BARRELS ARE COMING! RIO VISTA COMMUNITY SERVICES 2nd ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE SEPT 23- OCT 4
The food barrels are coming, the food barrels are coming! The Rio Vista Community Services will accept non-perishable foods such as, peanut butter, hearty soups, dried or canned beans, canned chicken/tuna, canned fruit in juice, canned vegetables, canned tomato products, enriched rice or pasta, iron enriched cereals, whole grain cereal. You can bring your food to the following locations: ABEL, ACE HARDWARE, BANK OF RIO VISTA, FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, LIRA’S, JUDY’S CLOTHING, BANK OF STOCKTON, UNION BAPTIST CHURCH, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, TRILOGY VISTA AND DELTA CLUBS, WINDBORN CHURCH. Your donations helped us give 4,445 bags of food to families, seniors, and disabled shut-ins in the Rio Vista and surrounding areas.
CATCH OF THE DAY SALE Oct 8, 9, 10, 2010 A RUMMAGE SALE hosted by Rio Vista Community Services and Christmas
Julie Griffin reacts to the early total which was raised at the Point Restaurant on September 12th. The fundraising event was attended by over 300 people and a reported $65,000 was raised to help Julie recover from GuillonBarre Syndrome. Photo by Matt Burt 94571, in collaboration with Center of Movement. You won’t believe what you will find at the CATCH OF THE DAY SALE. We are busy arranging snow skis, tools, boat parts, furniture, appliances, clothing, linens, books, and toys. Some items still have the tags on them. We will have good stuff, low prices, and the proceeds will be used for good causes. It not too late to donate. All donations of used furniture, clothing in good condition, knick knacks, house wares, appliances in working order, and books are welcome and needed. You deliver or we pick up. Call 374-5706 for dates and times Mark your calendar DATES: Oct 8 Oct 9 Oct 10 TIMES: 12pm-4pm 8am-4pm 8am- 4pm PLACE: Corner of Main Street and 2nd Street Remember: One man’s junk is another man’s treasure!
Teenage Drivers And Their Parents Start Smart Classes The California Highway Patrol will be conducting a Start Smart class. The class will be on Thursday Sep 23rd, 2010. This class will be held at the Solano CHP Office at 3050 Travis Blvd. Fairfield CA 94533. Class will run from 6-8 P.M.
restrictions on teen drivers and give some important information to those teens that are about to or have recently received their license. There is no cost for the classes, no need to sign up and parents are welcome to attend.
Start Smart is an education program for both teenage drivers and their parents. Statistics show that young drivers who have recently received their driver’s license are five times more likely to be involved in an accident than more seasoned, experienced drivers. Traffic accidents continue to be the leading cause of death for young people, age 15-20. Start Smart is a review of the rules of the road, some video clips and related movies designed to inform parents of the
Any questions can be directed to Officer Chris Parker at the Solano CHP Office in Fairfield. (707) 428-2100 Remember or Be Remembered! (Always wear your seat belt) C.C. Parker, #15882 Public Information Officer California Highway Patrol Solano Area Office (707) 428-2100 Cell (707) 330-0042 Fax (707) 428-2039
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SHOWING OF FILMS OF T’AI-CHI GRANDMASTER PROF. CHENG MANCHING AT CENTER OF MOVEMENT
Camillus #128 will be hosting a Meet and Greet to celebrate Father Walsh turning 85 years Young! Please join us on September 26th between 1 - 3 P.M. to celebrate Father Walsh’s Birthday, At Parish Hall on 4th Street. Rev. William K. Walsh (Bill) served as St. Joseph’s priest from 1987 to 1994. This year he celebrated 61 years as a priest. He has chosen to retire in
Rio Vista and stays very active in our church. On any given day you can find father on his daily strolls visiting with friends and fellow Rio Vistians sharing his many delightful stories. Many people have found joy in his dry Irish sense of humor. Reply Forward
You are invited to a free showing of films featuring T’ai-chi Grand Master Prof. Cheng Man-ching. The showing will be at the Center of Movement at 183 Main St. Suite A, Rio Vista from 6:15-7:15 on Sept. 27th. You will also have an opportunity to try out some basics of T’ai-chi
practice. Professor Cheng Man-ching was a true Renaissance person. He was called a master of five excellences.This referred to his fame on Mainland China, Taiwan and the United States as a painter, poet, calligrapher, Chinese medical doctor and master teacher of T’ai-chi. During his lifetime he was regarded in a country of a billion people as one of the finest painters, poets and calligraphers in China. His paintings still hang in the national gallery of art in Taipei. He was also the founder of the Chinese Medical Association, which is comparable to the AMA in America. When he moved from mainland China to Taiwan in 1949, he
was a senator in the legislature and one of the writers of the constitution, as well as team physician for Taiwan’s Olympic team.He had thousands of T’ai-chi students in Mainland China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia and the United States. In addition to the films we will share some examples of his painting and poetry as well as some easy to
learn health exercises to improve circulation and digestion. The films will be narrated by Bob Noha, T’ai-chi instructor at Center of Movement and student of Prof. Cheng. Please join us for this fun cultural event. For further information you can contact Center of Movement at 707-8039642, or at www.centerofmovement.net
ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH www.stbrigidsriovista.org P.O. Box 580, Rio Vista, CA 94571 Deacon Susan Reeve 707-374-5734, Deacon Derek Jones 707-374-5372
All who seek Christ are welcome. We meet at 218 California Street, Community outreach is a priority of this church.
Holy Eucharist Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with refreshments following. Evening Prayer service is 1st Tuesday at 7 p.m. (707) 374-2667
City of Rio Vista Maintenance Worker I Monthly $2,521 - $3,064 Final filing date: September 23, 2010. Performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties. To obtain required City application, contact Dawn Bahrenfussat 707/374-6451 or at the City’s website at www.riovistacity.com Submit applications to City of Rio Vista, City Managers office, One Main Street, Rio Vista, CA 94571. A City application must accompany a resume’.
Delta Pharmacy & Gifts Filling all of your pharmaceutical needs and so much more. No need to travel out of town for that unique gift for a special someone. Stop by today and see our wide selection of gift items that are perfect for any holiday. We feature a staff that places customer service at the top of the list. We’ll even wrap a gift you purchase at our store FREE! So, shop Delta Pharmacy & Gifts!!!
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with minimum purchase Sale items excluded 407 Main Street, Rio Vista CA 707-374-5135 Hours: Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday-Closed
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First Congregational Church of Rio Vista welcomes all to celebrate Jesus Sundays at 11:00 a.m. All are welcome to Adult Sunday School at 10:00 on Sunday Choir practice at five on Sunday Bible Study at ten on Wednesday Children’s Sunday School at 11:15 Prayer Meetings
Tickets are now on sale for the oldest continuing festival of Rio Vista...TheHarvest Festival. It will be held at the church on Saturday Oct.2. There will be homemade candy, baked goods, crafts and the traditional lamb barbecue. All of Rio Vista and places beyond have gathered for this event for over a hundred years. Come and meet old friends and enjoy the best lamb along with Portuguese beans, salad and all the trimmings.Tickets remain at the same price as last year. 230 Sacramento Street (next door to the Post Office) Office Phone...374 2033 Pastor Ella Ray Toscano
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The Rio Vista Public Library in conjunction with Kaplan Test Prep is offering free practice tests for the SAT to local high school students. Students will have the opportunity to sample the test and gauge their strengths and weaknesses on Saturday, October 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Rio Vista Library. In addition to the free practice test, Kaplan Test Prep experts will provide a Practice Test Results and Strategies Workshop on Tuesday, October 26, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. This seminar
will include an overview of the exam, its role in the college admissions process, as well as show students some of Kaplan’s exclusive SAT test-taking strategies. Each participant will also receive a detailed performance analysis after test day. Preregistration for these free practice tests is required as seating is limited. For more information go to solanolibrary.com or call 1-800- KAP-TEST. To register, phone the library at 1-866-572-7587, 1-86657-ASK-US.
The community pulls together for Mary Gamaza You are cordially invited to attend a Tri-Tip and Chicken Dinner and Live Action in Honor of Mary Gamaza hosted by Union Baptist Church Tenn Messengers Youth Group on Friday October 15 from 7:30 to 7:00 ( to-go orders also available) at the UBC 125 Sierra Ave. Adults $20.00 and kids $10.00. Mary was diagnosed in January 2010 with an aggressive form of Multiple Myeloma (Blood Cancer). She is currently in process of harvesting her stem cells for a bone marrow transplant at Sanford University Hospital. Your taste buds will be delectable barbecuing skills of
Kacy Bowers and you will be amused and entertained by auctioneering talent of Joseph Gates, auctioneer extraordinaire! The auction will take place at 6:30, so please plan on attending and picking up some yummy goodies, baked with love by our own Teen Messengers Youth Group, and assorted other item. Tickets are available from Terri Kinser330-4882, Katrina Spradling 290-1497, Vicki Dolk 373-5588, Kristi Schulz All Animals Veterinary Service 372-9369, Cindy Stewart Napap Auto Parts 2495586 or 374-5660, Vanean Gates 694-3062 and the UBC office 374-2015
Third Annual Wings And Wheels The Rio Vista Experimental Aircraft Association, the Spirit of Aviation, Chapter 1474 with assistance from the Rio Vista Lion’s will be sponsoring their third annual free admission Wings and Wheels, Airport Day event, Sunday October 3, 2010. Music from both Radio Rio and the Trilogy band serve as a backdrop for a day to celebrate one of Rio Vista’s many attractions. Vintage cars and airplanes dating from the 1920’s through 2010 will be on hand. Camp Patriot will be established to pay tribute to our World War II veterans. Free airplane rides will be made available for the first 50 children between the ages of 8 and 17 years old between the hours of 9 AM and 12 PM. Local nonprofit organizations to include the Rio Vista Advocacy, Rio Vista Youth Foundation, and Sister Cities have combined to provide food and beverages throughout the day. The Rio Vista Lion’s will start the day with a pancake breakfast at 7 AM. The focus of the EAA chapter is education and recreation. Rio Vista airport is home to California’s premiere flight training facility with the United States Air Force’s Travis Aero Club. with state of the art facility’s, aircraft, flight simulators and certified flight instructors. Airport Day provides a opportunity to learn to fly, enroll in flight training classes and the opportunity
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September 12th Through November 21st 10 WEEK PROGRAM for $100 1 ½ hr sessions 3 days a week Sun 8am-Tues-6pm-Thur-6pm Fitness Camp will increase your physical activity and educate you in healthy lifestyle choices. Team Circuit conditioning program will increase lean muscle, strength and endurance while having fun. Do you have what it takes to SUrvIVE Fitness Camp? If so…. Come to THE GYM and sign up TODAY!!!! For more information please call THE GYM 374-2432 And check us out at thegymatriovista.com for our youth to learn about the Young Eagle’s program and EAA youth programs and services. This is a day to celebrate with family and friends and be aware of the value added our airport brings to this great community.
RIO VISTA CARE Gala 2010 Rio Vista CARE’s Gala 2010 on Saturday September 11 was a lively evening of food, wine, prizes, balloons, auction fun, exciting merchandise that featured a visiting llama and even a clown. The evening began with a Strolling Supper and Wine tasting at Trilogy Vista Clubhouse. Delicious tastings for the supper were donated by nine local eateries: California Vegetable Specialties, Happy Harbor, KFC/Taco Bell, Lira’s Supermarket, Lucy’s Café, Nine’s Restaurant, Rio Vista Pizza Factory, Spindrift Restaurant and The Point Waterfront Restaurant. Local wineries pouring for the event included: Bogle Vineyards, Dancing Coyote Wines, Jess Jones Winery, Van Ruiten Family Vineyards, and Watts Winery. Prizes and auctions had something for everyone including an array of “silent” and “live” auction items, the opportunity to purchase “mystery” prize balloons with gift certificates for merchandise and services donated by local businesses, plus a chance to win the 50/50 Raffle (which netted the winner over $500). The lucky winner of this year’s Gala door prize received an electric wine cellar filled with six bottles of
local wines. Event Chair, Linda Solomon, guided the Gala 2010 committee through months of preparation for this successful and smooth-running evening. Sponsoring the event were 34 local businesses and there were 70 individual and organization donors. Wayne Woodward acted as auctioneer for the live auction, assisted by Tim Kubli and Ryan Mahoney. Students from Rio Vista High School Honor Society assisted with the dinner and auction. Lori Makabe was photographer. Lynn Auslen provided comic relief as the resident clown for the night. All proceeds from the Gala benefit Rio Vista CARE, a non-profit community-based counseling and family resource center committed to promoting healthy and productive lifestyles for youth, adults and families of the Delta area. Over the past 25 years, Rio Vista CARE has served over 8300 children and families through professional counseling, the PALS mentoring program, grief interventions, parent support groups and more. Last year, CARE’s therapists counseled an average of 60 school-aged children per week.
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